Fall 2017 St. Edmund Magazine by St. Edmund Preparatory High School

for alumni, parents, and friends of St. Edmund Preparatory High School

magazine St. Edmund

FALL 2017

JOHN LORENZETTI BIDS FAREWELL PAGE011

& ATHLETIC HALL

WELCOMES SIx PAGE024

& SEP TO CELEBRATE

EIGHTY FIVE YEARS PAGE023

IB TO ExPAND TO MIDDLE YEARS PAGE018

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in the news From the Principalâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Desk Project 2474 Update John Lorenzetti Retires 85th Anniversary Events Honor Roll of Donors

alumni Golden Jubilee for Class of 1967 Class Reunions Athletic Hall of Fame

McGinnis Set to Take the Helm

IB Programme to Expand

Cuba Mission In Pictures

Alumni Give Back Career Day

student news Students in Action Two Smart Start Finalists Prep Athletic Highlights Honoring the Class of 2017

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PRINCIPAL’S DESK

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FROM THE PRINCIPAL’S

DESK John P. Lorenzetti

On Saturday, June 10, 2017, St. Edmund Prep students joined the proud ranks of St. Edmund alumni. Armed with some 25 million dollars in scholarship money and acceptances to some of our nation’s top colleges and universities, they are poised to take their place in society – ready to make their piece of the world a better place. The graduation ceremonies capped yet another very good year in the continued growth of St. Edmund. Our academic program continues to grow most notably with our application to expand into the Middle Years Programme of the International Baccalaureate Program. Our sports program saw the girls’ lacrosse team go deep into the playoff s in only its second year of existence while the crew team competed successfully against established programs. We now have a full-time chaplain assigned to us, and we continue to expand our faith-inaction programs. As I write to you for the last time as principal of St. Edmund, I am fi lled with warm and happy memories. As you may know, I began my teaching career at St. Edmund High School as a wide-eyed young man. The lessons I learned from the Dominican Sisters helped me hone my skills and philosophy as an educator and the Dominican

motto of Caritas has been at the center of all that is St. Edmund ever since. I am most blessed and truly humbled to be part of the team for the past 22 years that has continued the work of the Dominican Sisters, begun some 84 years ago. To all with whom I have interacted – students, parents, alumni and friends of St. Edmund, I express my deepest gratitude, for without you, St. Edmund would not be where it is today. As Allison McGinnis and her new administrative team prepares to take the helm, I am excited beyond what mere words can express for the future of St. Edmund. Allison is blessed with a keen intellect, a passion for Catholic education, a fi erce love of St. Edmund and a beautiful vision for its future. With your prayers and support, St. Edmund will continue to grow and ﬂ ourish, providing new generations of students the fi nest education steeped in the Gospel values and the Dominican tradition of Caritas. Thank you for making the past 22 years the happiest and most rewarding of my life. May God bless each and every one of you.

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Published by St. Edmund Preparatory High School 2474 Ocean Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11229

magazine team

board of trustees

EDITOR: Joanne Blum Director of Development

CHAIRMAN: Rev. David Dettmer

WRITERS: Grace Carey, James Grillo ‘02, Kate Jones, Joan Kowkabany, Peggy McEvoy, Allison McGinnis, Scott O’Donnell ‘06, Kevin Raphael, Dan Wiatre

Francesca M. Curtin ‘82

DESIGN: Colin Pinnavaia, Anthony Pinnavaia, Jr.

Donna M. Nickitas, PhD, RN, CNAA, BC, ‘72

administration

Donald Ritter

John P. Lorenzetti Principal Kevin Raphael Assistant Principal for Students Allison McGinnis Assistant Principal for Academics Brian Wagner Dean of Students

VICE CHAIRMAN: Richard Arkwright Carl DeCordova P ’08, P ‘11 Lisa Mammone-Rossi, Esq. ‘82 Barbara Reiter

On the cover: John Lorenzetti attends to the business of the day at his desk

MAKINGNEWS

WALL STREET

MEETS SEP

STUDENT INVESTMENT TEAM RECEIVES DONATION

The Board of the SEP Student-Managed Investment Fund was honored on March 13, 2017 when long time Prep benefactor, Mr. William McMahon presented the students with a donation of $18,500. At a luncheon that took place on March 29, the team marveled at Mr. McMahon’s overwhelming generosity and unquestionable desire to help the students learn invaluable lessons about the stock market and make money in the process. The students could hear the passion in his voice when he offered them a few things to always keep in mind…“Enjoy what you are doing, learn all of the time, reinvest all dividends and don’t ever panic.” The team finished the year with an impressive 18% return rate! Mr. McMahon’s gift allowed the team’s portfolio to expand and now includes: Advanced Micro Devices J. C. Penney Company Inc. Caterpillar Inc. Microsoft Corp. Coca-Cola Co. Starbucks Corp. Enbridge Inc. Verizon Communications Inc. Ford Motor Co. Whiting Petroleum Corp. While several students have graduated and will be studying in September at places like Adelphi, Fordham and The Wharton Business School…SEP’s newest money managers include: Melody Liu ‘18 Thuzar Aye ‘20 Juliana Moule ‘20 Lindsey Berat ‘18 (Vice Ratu Selema Navoti ‘18 President) Kaliah Noel ‘18 Gabrielle Bonello ‘18 Jennifer O’Brien ‘20 Christina Colasuonno ‘18 (CoJared Rios ‘18 (Co-President) President) Maria Trizzino ‘18 Julia Gnad ‘20 Monique Wade ‘18 Jack Harkin ‘20 Kathleen Walker ‘20 Amber Jacques ‘20 Danielle Zito ‘20 (Treasurer) Michael Lennon ‘20

SEP STUDENTS FEATURED AT ART COMPETITION Recently St. Edmund Preparatory High School participated in the 2017 Congressional Art Competition Awards Ceremony at the Brooklyn Museum. Caira Bayer ‘19 and Aleyana Momplaisir ‘18 were honored to be a part of the event. Their work was on display at the museum and will continue to be on display at the office of Yvette D. Clarke , 9th District of NY, U.S. House of Representatives. (pictured below with Caira and Aleyana)

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Students in action... In and Out of the Classroom

ROBOTICS HOSTS BOY SCOUTS

HARTE IS A DEAN’S LIST FINALIST

The SEP Robotics Team (FTC Team 6496) volunteered at the Brooklyn Council Merit Badge Expo held on Saturday, February 25th. The team donated the use of their equipment and spent the day helping Boy Scouts build and program their robots in order to earn partial and full Robotics Merit Badges.

Bridget Harte ‘18, recently advanced to the Finalist level for the FIRST Dean’s List Award. This prestigious award recognizes robotics students according to standards similar to that of the National Merit Scholarship, along with the many qualities reinforced by FIRST, such as “gracious professionalism.” Bridget is one of three NYC students to advance to this level based on her academics, leadership qualities, and technical expertise. We wish her and all the finalists the best of luck in the final level of this award.

On May 20th the team hosted a free event at SEP, offering a workshop for Boy Scouts who were working to complete their robotics merit badges. Learn more about our robotics program and follow the team on Instagram: @bota.bing.bota.bot

HEVIA HELPS ANIMAL RESCUE

BLOOD DONORS SAVE LIVES

Inspired by our Hamilton ticket raffle last year, Mario Hevia ‘20 saw a way to support the Sean Casey Animal Rescue (SCAR), a no-kill animal shelter based in Windsor Terrace. He spent some of his winter snow shoveling money to purchase two tickets to WWE’s Summer Slam at Barclay Center. He donated the tickets to SCAR to be raffled off. Mario’s hope is the Summer Slam Raffle will generate much needed funds to help SCAR’s Critical Care Program. Well done, Mario! Information about Summer Slam raffle tickets can be found at nyanimalrescue.org.

At the Spring Blood Drive held on April 26th the New York Blood Center collected 171 units of blood and red cells, bringing the total number of units collected for the school year to 339 units. This will help over 1000 patients in the Greater New York area. SEP was the high school with the most donations in the Brooklyn Diocese. School nurse and coordinator of the blood drives, Kathy DeMello, RN is very proud of the students, faculty and staff who donated and helped with the blood drives. “The students understand the importance of donating and I am proud of all those who were willing to donate blood and their time to make each drive successful.”

Excerpts and photo reprinted from Sean Casey Animal Rescue: https://www.facebook.com/SeanCaseyAnimalRescue/

CLASSREUNIONS

MEMORIES CANNOT FADE THAT FRIENDS HAVE MADE GOLDEN JUBILEE FOR THE CLASS OF 1967 St. Edmund High School Class of 1967 recently held its 50th golden jubilee reunion for over 55 members of their class on Saturday, April 29, 2017. The day began with a beautiful liturgy celebrated by Fr. David Dettmer, Chairman of the Board of Trustees. Following the liturgy the class gathered in the art gallery where they enjoyed a scrumptious luncheon. Pride, joy and love fi lled the day. The class reminisced about the good times they had together during their four years. John Lorenzetti led them on tours around the building. All were excited by the tremendous improvements. Lots of pictures were taken and information exchanged. Everyone promised to keep in touch and are looking forward to their 55th reunion! A Special thank you to Diane DeSalvo Beebe who helped in the planning of the reunion, Sr. Barbara Doyle for preparing the liturgy, and John Fabrizio for the music. It was a memorable day!

For more reunion images visit www.flickr.com/stedmundprep

CLASSREUNIONS

PRAISE TO THEE ALMA MATER Upcoming Reunions & Events

1968 to mark fifty The class of 1968 will be celebrating their 50th year reunion on Friday, April 27, 2018. We will mark this special occasion with a 12:30 mass at St. Edmund Church. Please join us as our guests for a luncheon in the high school. Patty McLoughlin Cook ’68 is the class captain for this event. Any questions contact Patty at 917 587-1844 or Alumni Director Grace Carey at gcarey@stedmundprep.org.

1978 40th reunion Five years for 2012 The class of 2012 will be having their 5 year reunion on Friday, December 1, 2017 in the Art Gallery at 7:00 p.m. If you are interested in helping to coordinate the event or have any questions contact Alumni Director Grace Carey at gcarey@stedmundprep.org.

Arrangements are made for the Class of 1978 to celebrate their 40th reunion on Saturday, October 20, 2018. $50 per person includes a buffet luncheon, unlimited wine, beer soda, dessert and coffee. If you have any questions contact Roseann Barone Santapaola ‘78 at roseannsantapaola@gmail.com or Alumni Director Grace Carey at gcarey@stedmundprep.org.

Class of 1981 marks 35th

2011 returns for five years The Class of 2011 celebrated their five-year reunion on December 2, 2016. The reunion was spearheaded by Cassandra Molinari ‘11. The class gathered together for hors d’oeuvres and libations. Many faculty and staff joined the festivities. Brother Mark played their video yearbook capping an evening of laughter and fellowship.

The Class of 1981 celebrated their 35th reunion on Saturday, October 29th. Over 40 members gathered together to reminisce about their great times here at St. Edmund. The food was plentiful as was the laughter. “Time endures but cannot fade, the memories that friends have made” sums up the sentiment of the day. A special thank you to Maria Nunez ‘81 for organizing this wonderful day. All are looking forward to their 40th! For more images of the ‘81 reunion visit www.flickr.com/ stedmundprep

LOOKING TO HELP PLAN A REUNION FOR YOUR CLASS? EMAIL: ALUMNI@STEDMUNDPREP.ORG

Do you want to help coordinate a reunion? Come by and take a tour of your old stomping grounds? We love when our alumni come home! If you are interested in serving as a class captain to plan your reunion event, contact our development office today!

PROJECT2474

PROJECT 2474 UPDATE Swing by Ocean Avenue and take a peek at some of the enhancements made possible by your contributions to Project 2474. Due to the generosity of our wonderful donors, we have been able to complete a number of sorelyneeded projects. First and foremost, you will immediately notice the refurbished faĂ§ade. Gone is the blue marble tile which had begun to chip, and in its place is a bronzed glaze which brings a clean, uniform look to our entranceway and complements the brown bricks of the new wing. Our trademark cross has been completely rewired with LED cost-effi cient lighting and now serves as a beacon on Ocean Avenue from sunset to sunrise. It is a beautiful sight to behold and an icon of our Catholic identity. The front doors have been replaced and off er a clean modern look, complete with enhanced security features. Perhaps the most highly anticipated improvement was made to the basement level bathrooms. These used most frequently by students and visitors. Gone are the original pink tiles and stock fi xtures, replaced by shiny tiles, stalls and energy-effi cient accessories. The menâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s room has been expanded to reach parity with facilities we have available for women. There is a new faculty bathroom as well. Finishing touches are being added to the fourth ďŹ&#x201A; oor technology suite and many faculty members and student clubs have taken advantage of the seminar room. The renovated student computer lab is also in its fi nal stages of renovation having just been rewired for data and electric, received a coat of paint, new lighting, carpet, furniture, and 32 Lenovo workstations. If you would like to visit the facilities, please contact the development team at (718) 743-6100 ext. 5081 and we would be happy to show you the improvements fi rsthand.

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The campaign to raise the funds for these important improvements is ongoing and we encourage those of you who have not yet made a commitment to please do so. You can make a one-time gift or pledge payments over time. No gift is too small. Each gift makes a diff erence!

For more Project 2474 images visit www.stedmundprep.org/project2474

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1970 Canterburian

The end of an era has arrived at 2474 Ocean Avenue as John P. Lorenzetti, the tenth principal of St. Edmund Preparatory High School, announced his retirement this past March. As his tenure of twentytwo years as principal (and an additional seven years as a teacher) draws to a close, Mr. Lorenzetti is confident in the future of St. Edmund as he hands the reins over to Allison Mcginnis, the Assistant Principal for Academic Affairs. While Mr. Lorenzetti will certainly miss the St. Edmund Prep family and the fresh feelings of a new school year, he is confident that the time is right to wrap up his forty-eight year career as an educator, confident in the knowledge that St. Edmund’s future is bright. So where did this ministry of education begin? It is difficult to say but as John reflects on his past, he sees the religious in his life as paramount in guiding him to this most important vocation. The eldest child of Alexander and Louise Lorenzetti, John spent a great deal of time volunteering at his parish of St. Rose of Lima (Parkville). The parish priests and his uncle Fr. Joseph Lorenzetti, not only influenced his faith formation but also exposed him to the vast cultural treasures of our great city. Puttering in the church, working in the rectory, serving as an altar server and sacristan influenced John’s decision to attend Cathedral Preparatory High School with the thought that he too might follow in his uncle’s footsteps.

1969

John begins his teaching career at St. Edmund High School in the English and Religious Studies Department

Nazareth Regional High School recruits John to assist in the transition to a coed institution

1976

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John Lorenzetti

Retires as Principal While studying there, he soon realized the priesthood was not his calling. Inspired by the Jesuit teaching tradition, John enrolled at Fordham University majoring in English and minoring in History and the Classics. He was the first in his family to graduate college and again it was a parish priest who called his attention to an opening at St. Edmund High School. Sr. Mary Arthur, OP was looking for both an English and Religion teacher which fit nicely with John’s experience. So it was at the ripe old age of twenty-one that John walked through the doors on Ocean Avenue, never realizing that this would be the first of thousands of threshold crossings he would make over the twenty-nine collective years he spent here. He was the new young teacher whose enthusiasm and energy quickly made its mark. He moderated the Student Council, instituted a peer counseling program, and most notably, reinvented the theatre club. It was in this capacity that he and his partner in crime, Joan gargiulio staged huge theatrical productions, engaging anywhere from 100 to 125 students in six sold out performances over two weekends. Recruiting males from other Catholic high schools, the group became a family, spending weekends building sets, making costumes, rehearsing lines. The tradition of the weekend Theatre party began with a simple pasta

1980

John transitions to the Assistant Principal for Curriculum and Instruction at Nazareth

John is appointed Assistant Principal for students at Nazareth

dinner made and served in the old Home Economics room. John could be found stirring a big pot of pasta and sauce or tossing a salad. Whether rehearsing for Fiddler on the Roof, Flower Drum Song, Brigadoon or Sound of Music, the weekend theatre party became a staple of the St. Edmund Theatre Company, and a treasured memory for hundreds of young women. He describes his first year of teaching as “magical” even though most of his classes numbered over fifty students and his nerves compelled him to tape daily lesson plans to the desk so he would not miss a step or key point. The St. Edmund faculty took him under his wing and in particular, the wonderful Dominican Sisters of Sparkill. These good sisters truly lived their motto of Caritas and served as the very best examples of teaching. John is forever grateful for all he learned from them doing his best to fashion his teaching style after theirs, understanding that the individual student is far more important than the subject at hand. Seven years later, he was approached by Brother Cyril grogan, CFX to join the team at Nazareth which had recently gone co-ed. They were looking for educators who had experience teaching young women in order to facilitate a smooth transition. It was an opportunity to broaden his horizons and try a larger school. While there he quickly moved up

1986

John is named the 10th Principal of St. Edmund Preparatory High School

1985

The Music Education program begins

AP course offerings are expanded to meet the demands of our students

John assumes the role of Deputy Principal at Nazareth

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the ranks, joining the administrative team as Assistant Principal and then Deputy Principal over the span of eighteen years. Fast forward to 1994. Msgr. Thomas F. Noonan has announced that St. Edmund will become co-educational, renamed St. Edmund Preparatory High School and will seek new leadership to begin a new era in St. Edmund’s history. It was John’s brother Peter, a St. Edmund parishioner, who delivered Msgr. Noonan’s message, “Where is your application?” John ignored the request at first but after interviewing with the Search Committee, it was Monsignor Noonan who convinced him to return “home” and join the St. Edmund team. Arriving in the fall of 1995, John Lorenzetti faced a daunting task. Enrollment had hit an all-time low and was a constant concern for the school’s viability; the school’s culture needed to change from an all-girls school to a co-ed institution; and the academic expectations needed to be raised, and quickly, in order to survive. The first of many changes would begin with his tenure: the passing grade was raised to a 70, structure was added to the curriculum and credits needed to graduate were increased, AP classes were introduced, and new programs were added to the extracurricular and co-curricular activities. A major change was the establishment of a

2003

St. Edmund’s Girls School in Salisbury, England arrive in NYC as our Exchange Program is launched

SEP makes significant investment in educational technology as the first SmartBoards are installed

2004

SEP partners with local Catholic Elementary Schools to offer high school extension courses

Emmaus I journeys to the Mt. Paul Retreat Center as SEP first walks the road to Emmaus

2004

Board of Trustees to ensure stability and a governance structure – gone were the days of schools run by parish priests. The successes over time are almost too many to mention. Enrollment rose to 750 students; all students sought a Regents diploma and a full slate of AP classes as well as a partnership with St. John’s University allowed students to pursue college credit; a music program was instituted and embedded in the curriculum; faculty committees were established and an academic council was introduced to gain their input. Most importantly, he and Fr. Joseph Fonti, the school’s chaplain, instituted class retreats, afternoon reflections and eventually day-long retreats to ensure that all of what we do, be informed by our faith. The Emmaus retreat program was a natural next step for our students and soon became a life-changing SEP experience for many. As these improvements became part of the school’s everyday life, the administrative team began to investigate the idea of incorporating the International Baccalaureate Programme into our school offerings, a comprehensive and balanced 2-year college-preparatory curriculum which requires students to study across all disciplines. The curriculum is designed for the highly motivated student who can meet the challenges of this rigorous program,

2008

Bishop Nicholas DiMarzio blesses and dedicates the new Library & Media Center Wing

SEP becomes an International Baccalaureate World School

2007

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recognized by university admissions officers across the globe. The idea was embraced by John and the faculty. It led to a number of important building improvements including the renovation of the science labs to align with the needs of IB Programme and the addition of a new wing, expanding the school’s footprint and providing a home for the sequential art program, the band program and a college level library. These actions and programs, to name a few, have established St. Edmund as an educational innovator in the metropolitan area. So what will he miss most? The day-to-day interaction with students. John Lorenzetti has taught every year of his career with the exception of two, and witnessing the growth of students as they walk in the door as meek freshman and develop into confident, serious-minded Seniors is the pinnacle of satisfaction. To think he might have contributed just one small iota to the individual student’s growth is so rewarding. The most frequently attributed quote to John Lorenzetti is “The Street Stops at the Door.” This has been his welcoming exhortation at every Freshman orientation for decades. It was his way of saying leave the culture of the street outside, leave your troubles at the door. Come into a safe harbor where you will be nurtured and your

2009

The Summer Outreach Program begins enabling our students to serve the most needy in Philadelphia, PA

John is honored with the Immaculata Award by his Alma Mater Cathedral Prep

2010

talents allowed to shine. Be a part of the St. Edmund Prep family. Perhaps one of the most remembered habits of John Lorenzetti is the action of twirling his keys. As he states it, there is an intention, a wisdom of twirling keys. “You can either surprise students and teachers alike, or you can give them a warning that you are coming. What type of administrator do you want to be? The principal who “catches” them in the act or the administrator who allows the individual conscience to act accordingly?” It is no surprise that John Lorenzetti, a compassionate man of second chances, would allow all of us the opportunity to straighten our course and make the right decision – if only because the “principal is coming!” So in a short time, September will arrive, the fresh faces of students will cross our threshold, and a new day will begin for St. Edmund Preparatory High School. Yet all of us who had the privilege of being part of his St. Edmund Prep family will fondly miss the familiar ring of twirling keys in the halls of St. Edmund Prep and the man who kept the street at bay for the last 22 years. godspeed John Lorenzetti. St. Edmund Prep is forever in your debt.

2011

St. Francis College confers on John an Honorary Doctorate of Humane Letters in recognition of his sevice to Catholic Education

Bring Your Own Device Program begins bringing technology into the classroom in a more personal way

2016

John announces his retirement as he completes his 22nd year as Principal and 48th year in Catholic Education

SEP journeys to Havana, Cuba on its first international mission trip

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Making news In and Out of the Classroom

SEP ALUMNA ENDS BOARD TERM

BALLET THEATER PARTNERSHIP

Lisa Mammone-Rossi ‘82 has completed a five-year term as a mermber of the SEP Board of Trustees. During her tenure, Ms. Rossi has offered wise counsel, grappling with the important issues facing St. Edmund in the competitive market of Catholic education. She is firmly rooted in the belief that her St. Edmund Education encouraged her to dream big and set high goals for herself, strengthened with the knowledge that St. Edmund had prepared her to take on and conquer all of life’s challenges. Rossi graduated from St. John’s University Law School after receiving her B. A. in English in 1986. She is a past president of the Nassau Suffolk Trial Lawyers Bar Association and a member of the Columbian Lawyers Bar Association as well as a member of the National Ethics Committee for Liberty Mutual Insurance Company. She is currently a Senior Trial Counsel at Martyn, Toher & Martyn. Her down-to-earth advice and legal expertise will be sorely missed. We wish her and her family well.

St. Edmund Prep and Covenant Ballet Theater of Brooklyn have created a wonderful and unique partnership. Through an audition process, students from St. Edmund who are interested in dance are selected to participate in a 10-12 week dance residency with professionals from Covenant Ballet Theater. This collaboration allows St. Edmund students to rehearse and perform alongside professional dancers culminating in a dance concert held at Kingsborough Community College. This additional training has elevated the students’ skills and in turn the St. Edmund Prep Dance Program. Many audience members commented on the quality of the performance at the spring concert. Bravo to all our dancers!

MUSIC TAKES FABRIZIO GLOBAL

NEW CHAPLAIN APPOINTED

John Fabrizio ‘18 was accepted into several prestigious music programs this past spring. John performed with the InterSchool Orchestras Symphony and the Canadian Brass at Carnegie Hall in May. In July, John had the unique opportunity to travel with the New Jersey Youth Symphony to the renowned Musikverein in Vienna where they played in the Summa Cum Laude International Youth Festival. Following the festival in Vienna, John and the rest of the symphony headed to Budapest where they will played at the Bela Bartok Hall. Congratulations John!

This past February, St. Edmund Prep welcomed our new chaplain Fr. Michael Gribbon. Fr. Gribbon currently serves as parochial vicar at Resurrection Parish in Gerritsen Beach. He comes to us with a long history of service as a high school chaplain having served at both Nazareth and Xaverian High Schools. His previous pastoral assignments include pastor of St. Therese of Lisieux, East Flatbush and parochial vicar at Blessed Trinity, Breezy Point. Since his appointment to St. Edmund Prep, Fr. Gribbon has been an active part of daily life at the Prep including offering morning mass, visiting classrooms and hearing confessions. We look forward to his pastoral presence among us in the years to come!

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JP MORGAN CHASE THOMAS G. LABRECqUE SMART START PROGRAM

TWO SEP SENIORS NAMED FINALISTS

Bithja Pierre ‘17 and Gerard Rehill ‘17, were recently accepted to the JP Morgan Chase Thomas G. Labrecque Smart Start Program. The JPMorgan Thomas G. Labrecque Smart Start Program off ers graduating high school seniors from New York City a launching point for their higher education and career aspirations. Each year only ten students are accepted into this prestigious program. During the program participants gain real-world experience through a paid internship at one of the largest global fi nancial services companies, while attending university on a full four-year scholarship. The scholarship also includes a stipend for books and academic related expenses. The program looks for applicants looks who demonstrate strong analytical, interpersonal, problem solving and communication skills. Candidates must have a record of superb academic achievements. Students must be accepted to one of the eleven participating colleges and must plan on majoring in one of the following fi elds of study: business, computer science, engineering, social science or liberal arts. Bithja Pierre will be attending Fordham University majoring in Psychology. Gerard Rehill will attend the University of Pennsylvania’s Wharton School of Business majoring in Finance.

2017 SENIOR CLASS GIFT The Class of 2017 successfully completed its class gift campaign, making it the seventh year in a row that our Seniors enthusiastically supported a legacy item for the Prep. This year’s gift will be used to purchase two water fountain and bottle fi lling stations which will be installed outside the gym and cafeteria. This campaign has become a tradition at the Prep and culminates with the 100 Nights Dinner where the faculty and staff serve as waiters and waitresses. It has become a highlight of the senior year and way of kicking off year end events. Pictured left are the members of the Senior Gift Committee with the SEP Development Staff . (Mike Leahy, Joshua Beaton ‘17, Kellie Diodato ‘17, Jacqueline Zito ‘17, Kevin McGarry ‘17, Nicole Donnelly ‘17, Shannon Matthews ‘17, Mame-Yaa Boateng ‘17, Arnelle Prophete ‘17, Br. Mark Amatrucola, co, Justin Carricato ‘17, Jonathan Auguste ‘17, Matthew Prestera ‘17, Joanne Blum,and Grace Carey. Not pictured Jason Li ‘17)

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â&#x20AC;&#x153;Mrs. mcginnis is uniquely situated to continue the great work which has become a hallmark of St. Edmund Prep, while having the vision to lead the school into the next chapters of an exciting futureâ&#x20AC;? Rev. David Dettmer Chairman, Board of Trustees

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11th PRINCIPAL

NEW LEADERSHIP FOR ST. EDMUND PREP With excitement, on May 4, 2017, Rev. David Dettmer, Chairman of the Board of Trustees announced to the school community that Mrs. Allison McGinnis would serve as the eleventh principal of St. Edmund Prep, beginning at the start of the 2017-2018 academic year. “Many of you know the skill, ability, and professionalism which Allison brings to her new position. She has worked closely with John Lorenzetti and his administrative team in developing St. Edmund Prep into the outstanding Catholic academic institution it is, one which provides its students an exceptional, innovative education offered within a curriculum steeped in Catholic teachings and values. The Board is unanimous in its selection of Mrs. McGinnis to lead the school in the coming years.” said Fr. Dettmer. In a statement following the announcement of her new role Mrs. McGinnis said, “Our essential and proud mission today is to prepare young men and women for lives of leadership and service in the world, to be persons of deep faith and strong personal character, striving for excellence in all things.” “Our complex and interconnected world presents new challenges for today’s youth, requiring new kinds of knowledge, skills and experiences. In keeping with the changing world, St. Edmund will continue to evolve, constantly developing what and how we teach so as to engage fully our students in the joy of learning; learning

that will continue to be rigorous, dynamic and handson, shaping students not just for success in college, but also in life.“ Mrs. McGinnis is a graduate of St. Saviour High School and received a Bachelor of Arts in Secondary Education (Social Studies) from St. John’s University in 1999. She continued her education at Brooklyn College where she completed her Master of Arts in Secondary Education (Social Studies) in 2003 and completed the School Building Leader Advanced Certificate Program at St. John’s University in 2013. She has worked in education for the last 18 years, beginning her teaching career at Christ the King Regional High School in 1999 and joined the faculty at St. Edmund Prep in 2003. She served as Summer School Principal in 2005 and assumed the role of Assistant Principal that same year. Mrs. McGinnis became the Academic Dean in 2008, and with the expansion of the Prep’s administrative structure in 2011 she was named the Assistant Principal for Academic Affairs. Mrs. McGinnis serves as a member of the Board of Directors of Good Shepherd Catholic Academy. She lives in Marine Park and is a member of Good Shepherd Parish along with her husband Roy and her two sons, Gavin and Ethan.

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IB PROGRAMME TO EXPAND TO MIDDLE YEARS Did you know that in 2015 the average IB Diploma Programme student at St. Edmund Prep made $100,000 more in scholarship money than the non-Diploma Programme students? Or that our last class of graduating IB Diploma candidates have been accepted into top tier Ivy League colleges, among them Harvard and Wharton, and receiving millions of dollars in scholarship money? We at St. Edmund have been working very hard to figure out the best way to educate our students, and we have found that the methods employed by the International Baccalaureate work. The proof is in the results of our Diploma students. Because of this, we have decided to become an IB Middle Years Programme candidate school. The Middle Years Programme, or MYP, is a program for ALL ninth and tenth grade students. It is a fully inclusive program that is geared for all learning levels. By doing this, we are hoping that we can instill a love of learning earlier in their high school careers. The MYP approach is a thematic and student-centered method of teaching and learning. Students will still be following the New York State curriculum and will still be taking Regents exams. This is mostly a shift in how teachers present the topic of study.

Why the shift? We live in a global society where information is almost always at our fingertips. Facts are easy to come by. Because of that, we have found that it is more important to focus on critical thinking, writing, analytical, and organizational skills. By embracing this philosophy, we are finally answering the age -old student question of, “What’s the point of this?” The point is to expose our students to different ideas and different ways of thinking, so that when they leave us, they are actually better prepared, not just for college, but for life. We will be applying for MYP authorization and doing a trial implementation in the 2017-2018 school year. This means that the Classes of 2020 and 2021 will be fully entrenched in this educational model, with the Class of 2021 being the first to complete the Service and Personal Project components. All of this will be fully introduced to our freshmen during their orientation. If you have any questions about the Middle Years Programme or Diploma Programme at St. Edmund Prep, please feel free to contact our IB Coordinator, Mrs. Kate Jones at kjones@stedmundprep.org

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NEW ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL ROLES As St. Edmund Prep welcomes a new administration this September, two members of our faculty will assume new roles. Mr. Kevin Raphael, who has served as Assistant Principal for Student Aff airs since 2008 will transition into the Assistant Principal for Institutional Advancement. In his new position, Mr. Raphael will oversee St. Edmund Prep’s development, alumni relations, and physical plant management eff orts. Mr. Raphael joined the Prep in 2004 as a member of the Math Department. Ms. Peggy McEvoy will assume the role of Assistant Principal for Student Aff airs. Ms. McEvoy has taught at the Prep since 2006. She served as a member of the English Department, serving as department coordinator for the past six years. In addition to her teaching responsibilities, Ms. McEvoy has moderated the theatre program, SEP News, and the yearbook. We wish Mr. Raphael and Ms. McEvoy well in their new roles at the Prep.

DEPETRO WRITES FINAL CHAPTER AT SEP As we say good-bye to the 2016-2017 school year we also bid farewell to Mrs. Joan DePetro as she retires from her thirty-three year teaching career. Mrs. DePetro completed her BA at Hunter College and her MSEd at Fordham University. She joined the faculty at Our Lady of Grace School in 1984 teaching language arts to 5th through 8th Grade. She was the chairperson of english department and the Middle States accredidation committee. She also moderated the yearbook. She joined the faculty at SEP in 1998 and has been a mainstay of the English department for the past ninteen years. During her time at the Prep she moderated the student newspaper and traveled abroad with our students. Her students often remarked about Mrs. DePetro’s love of poetry and literature, and her desire to share that deep love with her students. Many students credit their experience in Mrs. DePetro’s class for making them better writers and better critics of the written word. St. Edmund Prep sends Mrs. DePetro off to write the next chapter of her life with our prayers, best wishes and deep gratitude.

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CHARITY ON THE COURT AND IN THE FIELD In addition to their athletic and academic success, the Eagles are very involved in the school’s effort to live the Gospel values by putting our faith in action. On Oct. 14, our Volleyball teams hosted two “Dig Pink” games in support of The Side Out Foundation for breast cancer research, as well as a student-faculty volleyball game on October 20th. All game admission, raffles and concession sales from both events were donated to The Side Out Foundation, totaling over $2,200. These successful events were spearheaded by the dynamic and dedicated leadership of Stephanie Cacace ’18 who was recognized as an Ambassador and was awarded one of four national scholarships based on her outstanding coordination of the SEP Dig Pink events. Earlier in the month, the Girls’ Soccer team ran a “Kick Out Breast Cancer” fundraiser in support of the Susan G. Komen Foundation. The Cheerleaders and Step team took part in the Prospect Park Breast Cancer Walk. The softball program joined with other Catholic high schools to support Autism Speaks. Over 180 student-athletes participated in the school’s Street Corner Gourmet Program this past Thanksgiving. Ten student-athletes were part of the Emmaus Team, leading their peers on retreats throughout the year. Special events such as the Joe Romano Memorial Three-On-Three Tournament, EagleFest, and the Senior-Faculty Basketball and Volleyball Games all helped to increase school spirit and provided another avenue for members of the SEP family to showcase their Eagle Pride.

FIVE EAGLES MAKE MAYOR’S CUP The NYC Mayor’s Cup is a series of ten sporting events that determines the “Best in the City”. Student-athletes of all ages and from across all five boroughs compete year-round to prove they’re New York City’s best at baseball, lacrosse, track & field, wrestling, chess, soccer, softball, cricket, cross country and basketball. This year five SEP student athletes were selected to compete in the Mayor’s Cup:

Softball: Diana Kennedy ‘17 Boys Soccer: David Mei-Wu ‘17 Girls Soccer: Katherine Sammon ‘17 Girls Basketball: Kelly O’Donnell ‘17 Boys Basketball: Jordan Williams ‘17

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STUDENT ATHLETES IN ACTION... Eagles Succeed on the Field

JV SOFTBALL 4x CHAMPS

VOLLEYBALL REPEATS

BOYS VARSITY VOLLEYBALL

STEP WINS ORANGE WAVE

The JV Softball team won their fourth consecutive CHSAA Brooklyn-Queens Diocesan Championship. The girls defeated Bishop Kearney in an exciting and hard-fought game at Gil Hodges Field on May 17th. The championship game triumph was the culmination of a thrilling season for the Eagles, who were led by Head Coach Mike Panico and Assistant Coach John Blum.

Call them Champs again! The Varsity Volleyball squad defeated Bishop Kearney 3-0 on November 5th to win their second consecutive CHSAA Brooklyn Queens Championship. Congratulations Ladies and Coach Meghan Wheeler!

The Boys Volleyball Team won the South Division of the CHSAA and reached the semifinals of the league’s championship tournament. The team continues to show growth under the direction of Coach Brian Bagley. Congratulations Guys!

Congratulations to the SEP Step Team for their victory at the recent Orange Wave Step Competition at Thomas Jefferson High School. The team performed an energetic and thrilling routine that wowed the crowd and impressed the judges. This is the third consecutive top-three finish for Head Coach Shamire Marc ‘10 and the SEP Step Team

INDIVIDUAL STUDENT ATHLETIC HONORS BASKETBALL HONORS Belmin Purisic ‘17 Tablet Boys A&B First Team Jonathan Auguste ‘17 Tablet Boys A&B Third Team Shemar Latty ‘20 Tablet Boys A&B Third Team Michael DeGaetano ‘17 Tablet Boys A&B Honorable Mention Kelly O’Donnell ’17 Tablet Girls A First Team Elizabeth Mulvaney ‘18 Tablet Girls A Second Team Ryann Duffy ‘17 Tablet Girls A Second Team Jordan Williams ’17 CHSAA First Team All Star Tablet Boys A&B First Team McDonald’s All-American Nominee BASEBALL HONORS William McCaffrey ‘17 CHSAA AA Second Team Louis Lombardi ‘18 CHSAA AA Second Team Michael DeGaetano ‘17 CHSAA AA Second Team

SOCCER HONORS Shane Gresser ‘18 CHSAA All-Star Team Matthew Mangano ‘17 CHSAA All-Star Team John McCarthy ‘17 CHSAA All-Star Team Kevin McGarry ‘17 CHSAA All-Star Team David Mei Wu ‘17 CHSAA All-Star Team SOFTBALL HONORS Claire McNeice ‘19 Tablet First Team Kaelyn Edwards ‘17 Tablet First Team Diana Kennedy ‘17 Tablet First Team Ryann Duffy ‘17 Tablet Second Team HOCKEY HONORS Justin Carricato ‘17 CHSHL B Division First Team John Lundy ‘19 CHSHL B Division First Team

SWIMMING HONORS Christopher O’Connor ‘17 Vin Harkins Memorial Award SEP ATHLETIC AWARDS Male-Athlete of the Year: Jordan Williams ‘17 Female-Athlete of the Year: Kaelyn Edwards ‘17 Donny Duval Memorial Trophy: David Mei-Wu ‘17 Peggy Boyle Memorial Trophy: Kelly O’Donnell ‘17 Lou Esposito Award: William McCaffrey ‘17 Sr. Denise Student Athlete Award: Edward Carr ‘17 Jose Rodriguez Memorial Scholarship: Monique Wade ‘18 Joseph Romano, Sr. Memorial Scholarship: Richard Simon ‘18

SWIM TITLE AND COACH OF THE YEAR The Varsity Girls Swim team capped a successful season with their first Division title since 19911992. Kaelyn Edwards ‘17 was nominated for the prestigious Career Swimming Award. Head Coach Danielle Johnson ‘00 was named the CHSAA Coach of the Year. Congratulations!

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TWO ADDED TO THE 1000 POINT CLUB Congratulations to basketball players Kelly O’Donnell ‘17 and Jordan Williams ‘17 who each eclipsed 1,000 Career Points during the 2016-2017 season. O’Donnell scored her 1,000th career point in the Eagles win over St. John’s Prep on December 7th. A fouryear varsity player, O’Donnell was selected as a First-Team CHSAA All-Star by The Tablet last season and is currently among the league leaders in scoring and rebounding. Williams notched his 1,000th in a 56-52 win over St. Joseph by the Sea High School on January 10th. In his third year as a varsity player, Williams has been a consistent contributor for the Eagles. He earned the Father Thomas Doyle Trophy for being the high scorer in the Monsignor King Tournament for the second consecutive year. Williams, who is also the reigning CHSAA scoring leader, averaged 19.5 points per game over the three-game tournament.

ROMANO honored by ST. PETER’s

SEP Faculty member Joe Romano ‘04, was recently honored as part of the St. Peter’s University All-Time Baseball Team. Joe played first base for the Peacocks in 2007 and 2008. Batting over .300 each season and leading his team in RBIs while playing stellar defense, Joe was recognized as one of the best players in the MAAC. After his graduation, Joe served as an assistant baseball coach at St. Peter’s from 2008-2011. He has served as Varsity Baseball Coach at St. Edmund since 2013. Congratulations Joe!

THE ADDAMS FAMILY TAKES THE STAGE

In the spring, the members of the SEP Theater Club presented the ghoulishly entertaining musical comedy, “The Addams Family”. The remarkably talented students wowed the audiences at two sold out performances. The cast was led by Terrence Bouyer ‘17 (Gomez), Kellie Diodato ‘17 (Wednesday), Bithja Pierre ‘17 (Morticia), Samuel Farotimi ‘17 (Lucas Beineke), Bryant Jones ‘17 (Mal Beineke) and Maria Nicole Juaneza ‘17 (Alice Beineke), and directed by Peggy McEvoy and Scott O’Donnell. This year, the amazing sets were designed and built by the students enrolled in our Design Class, under the brilliant guidance of Art teacher Erica Barbieri.

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EVENTS September 8, 2017 – First day of school for all students The school year will begin with the Mass of the Holy Spirit as our community joins together in prayer for our new year. At the mass, we will recognize and pray for, in a special way, our new administrative team. November 16, 2017 – Feast of St. Edmund of Canterbury We will host a reception for all who have been most generous to us over the years and have pledged their support for Project 2474. Donors will be able to witness fi rsthand the benefi t of their contributions. December/January – Exploration Day Making its return to The Prep, Exploration Day is an opportunity for students, faculty and staff to discover and explore the rich cultural treasures of our great city. February 2nd, 2018 – Founder’s Day A day of celebration for our students marking the very fi rst day of classes for St. Edmund High School back in 1932.

St. Edmund High School is turning 85 years old during the 2017-2018 school year and great plans are underway to make the year a momentous celebration. We are looking forward to sharing spirited occasions with all of our friends and constituents who have shared so much of their time, talent and treasure to make St. Edmund what it is today.

March 27, 2018 – School-wide Service Project Modeled after the success of the Street-Corner Gourmet, students will be given the opportunity to come together and answer the Gospel call to serve others. April 22, 2018 – Emmaus Society Induction and 85th Anniversary Gala - Giando on the Water June 2018 – Spirit Day/Field Day Spring 2018 – Young Alumni Event Details are still being formed. Would you like to help organize an event for young alumni to celebrate this major milestone? Contact the Development team.

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Athletic Hall of Fame R E CO G N I Z E S PA S S I O N & D E D I C AT I O N St. Edmund Prep inducted its third class into the Athletic Hall of Fame on January 26, 2017 at El Caribe. This class represents the best of the school’s rich athletic tradition. CHRIS KELLY ’70 A four-year basketball letter-winner and team captain during her senior season, Chris Kelly is one the most respected names in scholastic athletics. Upon her graduation from St. Edmund, she became a successful coach and offi cial. Chris is a member of the CHSAA Hall of Fame and currently serves as the Queens Borough Supervisor for PSAL Girls Basketball. VICTORIA LACERRA TRANCHO ‘99 A three-year captain of the SEP Cheerleaders as a student, Victoria has been coaching at her alma mater since 2004. As a student, she was a member of the 1998 Diocesan Championship squad. As a coach, Victoria has led her teams to multiple top fi nishes in local and regional competitions. In addition to her role at the Prep, Victoria is the Sport Chairperson for CHSAA Cheerleading. MATTHEW VITALE ‘02 One of the greatest boys’ basketball players in school history, Matt Vitale is a member of the 1000 point club. He was a key contributor to the 2000-01 Division Championship team and went on to play for Wagner College, where he became the fi rst Eagle to participate in the NCAA Men’s Basketball Tournament.

CATHY VIVERITO ‘78 A standout in both basketball and softball, Cathy Viverito earned fi ve varsity letters and enjoyed tremendous athletic success at St. Edmund. She was a key member of undefeated championship teams in both sports and was a two-time CHSAA Basketball all-star. She is retired from a successful career with the NYPD. LOUIS WELSH ‘99 A two-sport star at the Prep, Lou Welsh played on division-winning teams in both baseball and basketball. He was a starting forward on the 1998-99 basketball team that won both the Msgr. King Tournament and the CHSAA City Championship. Lou was an All-Star pitcher on the 1997 CHSAA City Championship baseball team. Lou was the school’s Male Athlete of the Year in 1999 and served as an assistant baseball coach at SEP from 2008-2014. 2006-07 ICE HOCKEY TEAM The 2006-07 Ice Hockey Team powered through the regular season and playoff s with an undefeated 20-0 record to the CHSHL B-Division championship. They remain the only undefeated boys’ varsity team in school history.

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Hall of Fame 2017 Athletic Inductees Chris Kelly ‘70 Basketball Victora LaCerra Trancho ‘99 Cheerleading Matthew Vitale ‘02 Basketball Cathy Viverito ‘78 Basketball, Softball Louis Welsh ‘99 Baseball, Basketball 2006 - 2007 Boys Varsity Hockey Team pictured top to bottom; left to right

For more images of the Athletic Hall of Fame visit www.flickr.com/stedmundprep

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DIFFERENT COLLEGES AND UNIVERSITIES ACCEPTANCES

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YOUNG MEN AND WOMEN READY TO CHANGE THE WORLD

“While it is important to think about the mysteries the future holds, they are just that: mysteries. We must not fail to live in the moment and appreciate what life off ers us as it happens. Therefore, while looking forward, as the cliché goes, we should remember to stop and smell the roses, and always remember the saying by St. Edmund of Canterbury which we were so often reminded of each day we walked into school or passed through the lobby, to “work as though you would live forever but live as though you would die today”. After developing our faith over the past years, we should trust in God to lead us to where we will be our happiest, and understand that while we may feel that our future plans change often, God has plans for us.” Marissa Moran - Valedictorian, Class of 2017 Attending Fordham Universty

“Through my St. Edmund family, I have become the person I am today; willing to help anyone facing their diffi culties. That is what St. Edmund has taught us, and who St. Edmund has made us. The growth we have undergone as individuals extends beyond the relationships between each of us. It applies to all of the relationships we will have throughout our lives. Thanks to the way St. Edmund has raised us, we will continue to go forth and do service unto others.” Edward Carr - Salutatorian, Class of 2017 Attending Harvard University

COLLEGE ACCEPTANCES INCLUDE: Binghamton University Boston College Boston University Bucknell University CUNY-Macaulay Honors College Fordham University Georgetown University Harvard University Marquette University New York University The Catholic University of America University of California, Los Angeles University of Pennsylvania, Wharton School of Business Villanova University For highlights of the Senior Events visit www.stedmundprep.org/classof2017/

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Aye Minnthu ‘17, Thuzar ‘20

Bonomo David ‘17, Grace Emilio Bonomo ‘87

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Caiazzo Nicholas ‘16, Anthony ‘17, Jessica ‘13

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Families Make Up the Heart of St. Edmund Prep

Caputo Laura ‘79, Christopher ‘17

Carr Philip ‘15, Edward ‘17, Andrew ‘20, Kathleen Carr (SEP Faculty)

Carricato Justin ‘17, James ‘13

Carucci John ‘13, Vincent ‘17

Coley Michael Rios ‘03 (Uncle), Nasir ‘17

DiGiovanni Vito ‘13, Angelique ‘17, DeAnn Rivera ‘03

Diodato Linda O’Brien Houston ‘80 (Aunt), Kellie ‘17, Alyssa ‘17, Lisa O’Brien Diodato ‘84

Donnelly Richard ‘13, Nicole ‘17

Draxdorf Nicole ‘13, Stephanie ‘17

Geraci Angela ‘15, Jennifer ‘17

Grisanzio Jessica ‘08, Dominick ‘14, Nicholas ‘17, Frank ‘09

Gargiulo Danielle Buovolo Gargiulo ‘88, Tatum ‘17

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Gunther Susan Delia Gunther ‘84, Andrew ‘17, Maria ‘14

Lepani Danielle Rodriguez Lepani ‘89, Brielle ‘17

Lonnborg Jenna ‘17, Kristen ‘11

Lundy Tea ‘17, Christina Bauer Lundy ‘91

Mangano Sabrina ‘14, Matthew ‘17, Monica ‘13

Matthews Samantha ‘15, Shannon ‘17, Kathleen Walker ‘20

McCarthy Mary Harvey McCarthy ‘73, John ‘17, Terence ‘13

Merrick Kim Ruggiero Merrick ‘88, Emily ‘17, Olivia ‘20

Moran Michael ‘15, Marissa ‘17

Muñoz Juliana ‘17, Briana ‘13

O’Brien James ‘19, Mollie ‘17, Elizabeth McHugh O’Brien ‘86

O’Connor James ‘05, Christopher ‘17, William ‘13

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Ralston Caitlin ‘17, Ashley ‘13

Rivera Justin ‘20, Jessica ‘17

Ryan William Fullum ‘05, Emily ‘17, Kaitlyn ‘19, John Daniel Sears ‘02

Sammon Danielle ‘20 Megan ‘15, Katie ‘17

Sinatra Vincent ‘17, Jo-Anne Verducci Sinatra ‘91

Siriano Alyssa ‘17, Francesca Pitaressi Siriano ‘87

Stagnitta Victoria ‘17, Austin Prianti ‘15, Andrew Prianti ‘10, Alec Prianti ‘13 (cousins)

Tacopina Conor ‘17, Kyla ‘15

Tsatsis Nicholas ‘14, Taylor ‘17, Christopher ‘12

Class of 2017 families not pictured

Zayas Joseph ‘20, Emily ‘17, Patricia Young Zayas ‘88

Zito Angela Pollio Zito ‘89, Jacqueline ‘17, Danielle ‘20

For More About Our Senior Class Visit www.stedmundprep.org/classof2017/

Absalon - Taina ’17, Sergeene’ 16 Alexander – Jaida ’17, Joshua ‘13 Archin – Ryan ’17, Danielle Alexander ‘ 12 Argilagos – Diana ’17, Christina Gillard ‘13 (cousin) Auguste – Johnathan ’17, Olivier ‘11 Bello – Joseph ’17, Christopher ’14, John ‘21 Bellone - Patrick ’17, Maura ‘15 Bianco – Jamie ’17, Joseph ‘14 Buttaro - Guiseppe ’17, Nicholas ’02 (uncle) Chiarantano - Bridget ’17, Mary O’Hara Chiarantano ‘80 Colasuonno – Angela ’17 Maria Devito ’87 (Aunt), Christina ‘18 Duffy - Ryann ’17, Matthew ’12, Liam ‘18 Ediale - Martha ’17, Maureen ‘20 Edwards – Kaelyn ’17, Jack ‘14 Faiello - Francesca ’17, John ’09, Joseph ’07 Anthony ‘04 Flanigan – Kristin ’17, Caitlin ’12, John ‘15 Hogan – Nicole ’17, Christopher ‘11 Jones – Bryant ’17, Kyle ‘12 Keller – Kaleigh ’17, Julianne Fonseca Keller ’89, Courtney ‘14 Kennedy – Diana ’17, James ’11, Brian ’14, Christina ‘19 Liang Feng – Wilmer ’17, Weiyu ‘16 Lulanaj - Delila ’17, Osman ‘12 Malucelli – Alexa ’17, Nicholas ‘21 McCaffrey – William ’17, Christine ’05, Lauren ‘08 Mei Wu – David ’17, Liliana ‘15 Mercado – Gerelle ’17, Ellerie ‘10 Minickene – Gabrielle ’17, Kenny Soria ‘07 Nguyen - Kai’17, Joyi ‘16 Parlanti – Alexandra ’17, Stephanie ‘20 Recio – Johnny ’17, Juan ‘19 Zillini – Ryan ’17, Nicholas ’13, Alyssa ‘19

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What’s Next, ‘17 ?

Andrew Gunther ‘17

“My experience as co-captain of our robotics team has helped me think in a broad way about design concepts, thinking in terms of dimension, process, and form. The strong basis of design in the field of architecture attracted me and made me realize how much my work with the team has prepared me to take on this major.”

Kathryn Bylis ‘17

Marquette University Physical Therapy

Terrence Bouyer ‘17

“The faculty and staff at The Prep have pushed me to do my best and take more challenging college-level classes like IB Sports Science, which have prepared me for a rigorous college curriculum and helped me to pick my major.”

George Lippman ‘17

Stony Brook University CHemistry

Katherine Gan ‘17

“Through the IB Programme, I learned to comprehend, analyze and learn like a college student. I have matured and learned important life skills and lessons that shaped me as the student and person I am today that will definitely help me overcome obstacles in my future.”

University at Buffalo Architecture

Liana Cusimano ‘17

“My time at the Prep has taught me not only how to memorize content, but also how to analyze and piece together my own conclusions and create/answer any question. I feel very prepared to take on the challenges of being a full-time engineering student.”

UCLA Psychology

Joshua Beaton ‘17

St. John’s University Government and Politics “Through our Model Congress meetings and competitions I was challenged to become a better speaker and debater. It sparked within me a desire to learn more about the issues facing our country and my future. I will study Government and Politics at St. John’s.”

“SEP challenged me and helped me build important skills such as time management through the IB diploma program. I learned to balance committments which gave me a well rounded education both inside and outside the classroom. “

Manhattan College Computer Engineering

Delila Lulanaj ‘17

Baruch College Marketing

“St. Edmund Prep’s supportive faculty and staff really helped me to choose a course of study at Baruch. I had many doubts about going into the competitive field of marketing . My teachers and peers continued to push me to conquer my fears of failure and pursue the major.”

LIU Pharmacy

Vincent Carucci ‘17

Adelphi University Chemistry

“My time spent in studying science at the Prep really has a profound impact on my outlook for the future. The more I studied and the more I experimented in the lab there was a realization that I could see myself doing this for a living”

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“The passion that my teachers here at the Prep had for the subjects they teach really helped me to realize my own love for science which is why I will be pursuing a major in chemistry at Stony Brook”

St. Edmund Preparatory High School

Honor Roll of Donors With Gratitude we acknowledge the alumni, parents, and friends of St. Edmund Prep for

their generous support or sponsorship of: • The Annual Fund • Scholarship Funds • Special Events

Through the generosity of the individuals, companies and foundations listed on these pages, we are enabled to continue to provide a quality, challenging, and faith based education for our students. We will be forever grateful to our supporters and continue to remember them in our prayers each day at St. Edmund Prep.

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033 2016-2017 Gifts The Annual Fund Gifts made to the annual fund are unrestricted and directly support the year’s operating budget. Annual fund gifts make up the difference between the amount of tuition collected and the true cost of educating a St. Edmund Prep student.

Canterbury Society ($2,500 to $4,999) William McMahon In memory of Patricia McMahon

Sparkill Society ($1,000 to $2,499) Anna Carrillo Vitiello

2474 Society ($500 to $999) Lawrence Clarke Robert Ednie In Honor of Brian Guillen

Gourmet Grill Peter Grillo Mary Esposito Kreuter ‘66 In Memory of Carmela Esposito Zofia Sacha Nancy Carlsen Stark ‘75 Laura Cuneo Wagner ‘70

Principal’s Circle ($250 to $499) Daniel Borgia ‘98 Rev. Edward Brophy Mr. & Mrs. Anthony Caccamo P’18, 21 In Honor of Anthony R. Caccamo ‘18 Nina Dougar ‘77 The John Family Jane Margotta Marino ‘69 In Memory of Sara & Frank Margotta (parents) Florence Taylor Piantidosi ‘69 The Prianti Family Catherine Cavalli Samuelsen ‘77 William Sobolow ‘98

Leadership Circle ($100 to $249) Stephen Amster ‘13 Pauline Dalton Antonio ‘60 Elizabeth Palmer Aupied ‘66 Serena Circosta Barbuzza ‘72 Geraldine Geraci Benfatti Gerianne Brusati ‘72 Kathleen Burns In Memory of Frank E. Burns, Jr.

Stephanie Scotti Caputo ‘07 Michael Carney Kathleen Sullivan Carr Marybeth Richroath Casey ‘73 Mabel Chin In Honor of The Chin Family Helene Pachnos Cirrincione ‘86 Eileen Feeley Colucci ‘75 In Memory of John Malazzo Joseph Culmine Blase Davie Marcelle Delbeau P’20 Margaret Farrell Devitt ‘57 Nancy Scaringi Dietrich ‘64 In Memory of My Husband John Dietrich The Dziuk Family The Finnelli Family In Memory of John Malazzo Annette Petito Galassi ‘75 Helene McCarthy Galligan ‘64 In Memory of Marie McCarthy Pagliarulo ‘60 James Giorgio ‘09 Lisa Greenwood Marie Gulmi ‘65 Charles Harkin P’16, ‘20 Rosemary Scandale Heil ‘72 Elizabeth Walsh Hooper ‘72 Barbara Hussey Linda Iervolino ‘64 Michael Irwin ‘99 In Memory of Donny Duval Eleanor McLoughlin Kehoe ‘64 Robert Keith In Memory of Patricia Howkins Keith ‘51 Lorraine Antoniello Kostyra ‘67 Gayle Lombardi Justine O’Neill Macrini ‘64 Arlene Fabiszewski Mahler ‘65 Linda Malinskas ‘66 The Mancusi Family Judith Manzione ‘80 Michele Masi ‘71 Barbara Mulle Mauceri ‘75 Timianne McCarthy ‘72 In Memory of M. Brigitta McCarthy ‘65 Kathleen Grimm McGuire ‘64 In Memory of William and Miriam Grimm Deborah Nichols Mezzetti ‘68 Noreen Munnelly ‘78 Brian O’Donnell Julia D’Antonio Pannone ‘65

Nicholas Pappagallo In Memory of Tomamaso Pappagallo, Sr. Nicholas Pappagallo In Memory of Isabella Pappagallo Carol Mercaldo Pino ‘76 Rosalie Pinto Pizza D’Amore Maria Scarpinito Quail ‘70 Maud Goettisheim Rowan ‘61 Lori Santoro ‘77 Theresa Molino Scavo ‘69 Sean Shevlin In Memory of Mary Reynolds Linda Catanese Steiner ‘69 Rita Vitale Stumbo ‘68 Marisa Trubiano In Memory of Joseph and Rosaria Saracino Debra Pitta Ward ‘76 Kathleen Farrell Willoughby ‘64 Louis Zabbatino ‘09 Elizabeth Breslin Zapata ‘77

Supporters ($1 to $99) Abdullah Alawi Maria Giordano Amesti ‘64 Mary Ann Antonino ‘76 Lorraine Dursi Briell ‘66 Susan Buckley Mary Kerins Catalano ‘72 Dominique Cendales In Memory of Helen Fama

Mary Ward Centrone ‘70 In Memory of Kimberly Oteo Benson Deborah Dwinell Cioffi ‘71 DonnaMarie Redavide Clarke ‘70 Jeannine Tuosto Contino ‘74 Luciano Cornacchia ‘10 Mary Fitzgerald Corrigan ‘64 In Memory of Eileen Fitzgerald Archie ‘74 Sandra Cottone ‘70 Catherine McGrath Darcy ‘64 Dorothy Horan Devery ‘55 In Memory of Maureen Doyle McDonnell Margaret Antico Faraino ‘69 Agnes Shea Fetter ‘71 Elizabeth Fitzpatrick ‘70 Mary Fiumara Lisa Dougar Fontana ‘81 In Memory of Florence Crocefoglia Bernadette Lynch Geissler ‘66

THANKYOU

034 Karen giordano In Memory of James Wright

Linda Haverlin gorgorian ‘81 Sandra grillo ‘60 In Memory of My Father

Katherine Hatton ‘74 Helen Schiotis Kennedy ‘64 Ellen Conklin Kenny ‘74 Theodore Lauterborn Michael Maranga ‘11 Timothy McCormick ‘11 Diane Ryder Meehan ‘75 Janet Vetrano Melia ‘64 Alfredo Mellace Patricia Lipari Milo ‘66 In Memory of Madeline Miceli Tripaldi ‘66

george Minichiello In Memory of Angelina Turturro Minichiello ‘71

Ann Marie Cerillo Misiti ‘78 Susan Wendt Mondell ‘71 Laura Mulcahey ‘05 In Memory of Helen Fama

Joan Dowd Mullins ‘49 Ann Marie Savino Murphy ‘68 Sheila Murray Panera Bread Rex Ramjag Theresa Risoldi Saksa ‘65 Lynne Maturi Sanzo ‘64 gelsomina Perrusio Schaffert ‘75 Suzanne Franzone Silvetti ‘74 Maria Travers Solimine ‘70 In Honor of Fierce & Fab SEHS “70 Sisters”

Marie Sommer ‘68 Barbara Spinelli Amelia Iazzetto Sucich ‘67 Janet Fischer Sweeney ‘48 Joann Thompson Mary Mitchell Wilson ‘72 In Memory of Mary Ann Fitzgerald

Senior Class Gift Campaign Re-established in 2010, the Senior Class Gift challenges students to leave a lasting impression on St. Edmund Prep through their ﬁnancial support.

The Class of 2017 Taina Absalon Jaida Alexander Matthew Alvarez Fabian Archila Ryan Archin Diana Argilagos Jonathan Auguste Minnthu Aye Antonia Azzarelli Jahvonte Bain george Bauman Joshua Beaton Kenneth Bell Joseph Bello Patrick Bellone John Berry Chelsea Bettencourt Jamie Bianco Mame-Yaa Boateng Davide Bonomo Naomi Bosque Terrence Bouyer Emorye Boylan Jayme Bronson-Meadus Ashley Browne Liam Burns Timothy Butrico giuseppe Buttaro Kathryn Bylis Anthony Caiazzo Christopher Caputo Edward Carr Justin Carricato Joshua Carson Justin Carter Vincent Carucci Joseph Castello Monica Cen Zheng Saqib Chaudhary Jitong Chen Yingtao Chen Kwan Cheung Bridget Chiarantano Angela Colasuonno Nasir Coley Andrew Cornick Joseph Culmine Liana Cusimano Michael Degaetano

Madelyne DeLaCruz Alyssa DiBattista Angelique Digiovanni Alyssa Diodato Kellie Diodato Robert DiSarno-Nolan Nicole Donnelly Jenelle Downer Stephanie Draxdorf Ryann Duffy Martha Ediale Kaelyn Edwards JohnPaul Ezeadum Francesca Faiello Samuel Farotimi Niah Ferdinand Skylah Fields Kristin Flanigan Alissa Fleurantin Alexandria Flores Jared Fran Dominique Friscia Katherine gan Tatum gargiulo Devin gavigan Jayden george Jennifer geraci Nicholas grisanzio Dylan grottano Andrew gunther Jason Hancock Christopher Healy

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035 Cameron Henry Esteban Hevia Nicole Hogan Saskia Honore Matthew Hussey Jonathan Iskov Amanda Jairala Bryant Jones MariaNicole Juaneza Michelle Kapustyansky Tigran Kegeyan Kaleigh Keller Diana Kennedy Isabel Kokoreva Brielle Lepani Peter John Lerum Siqi Li Zi Jie Li Wilmer Liang Feng george Lippman Jenna Lonnborg Jessica Lopez Michael Lopienski Delila Lulanaj Tea Lundy Maya Maharaj Alexa Malucelli giuseppe Manfredi Matthew Mangano Matthew Maniglia georgios Manguravdos Philip Mannino Michael Manuele

Michael Martorelli Shannon Matthews Michael Mazzone William McCaffrey John McCarthy Andrew McFarlane gregory McFarlane Kevin Mcgarry Anastasia Mcgrath David Mei Wu Cara Melchiorri gerelle Mercado Emily Merrick Frank Milazzo Marissa Moran Juliana Munoz Melissa Nereus Kai Nguyen Mollie O’Brien Joshua Ocasio Christopher O’Connor Jacqueline O’Connor Kelly O’Donnell JiaRui Ouyang Alexandra Parlanti Kyle Paul Janine Piccerill Bithja Pierre Christopher Pizzirusso Matthew Prestera Arnelle Prophete Caitlin Ralston gerald Rehill

Emily Ryan Katherine Sammon giana Saravo Alyssa Siriano Edward Smallman Francesco Spatola Victoria Stagnitta Conor Tacopina Haohong Tan Jacinda Thermidor Nicholas Tom My Hoan Truong Felipe Zhi Sheng Tsang Xu Taylor Tsatsis Terrance Ulysse Lizella Verdugo Marvins Vernet Ling Wang Zeling Wen Roland Wertz Joshua White Jordan Williams Matthew Wojcik Qinquan Wu Joseph Yaakov Emily Zayas Ryan Zillini Jacqueline Zito Our Honor Roll of Donors reﬂects gifts made to from July 1, 2016 to June 30, 2017. St. Edmund Preparatory High School endeavors to record the names of donors accurately and completely. However, if we have inadvertently omitted or misstated your name, please accept our sincere apologies and let us know by contacting the Development Office.

THANKYOU

036 General Scholarship Fund Contributions to the General Scholarship Fund go to directly support scholarships for students.

The Brooklyn Benevolent Society The Michael gordon Foundation, Inc. Mr. William McMahon Lorraine Buckley Scholarship george Messner Trust Columbus Citizens Foundation

Sr. Mary Peter Scholarship Fund Gifts made to the Sr. Mary Peter Scholarship Fund support the Sr. Mary Peter Award

Kathleen Feeley Brown ‘66 Barbara Raccuia Ewen ‘66 Amelia Abagnalo Kreitsch ‘66 Suzanne Filosa Linares ‘66 Valerie Leone Liota ‘66 Jacqueline Dunn McNally ‘66 Dolores Perinelli Sabbatino ‘66 Frances Izzo Vitucci ‘66

The Athletic Fund Gifts made to the Athletic Fund directly support the SEP interscholastic athletics programs

A.O.H. Divison 21 Advocare The Davie Family Dime Savings Bank El Caribe Country Club Catering Hall greater NYC Ice Hockey League, NY Stars Helene Hamilton & Tricia Cinelli Magbo. NYC Fran Mitilieri Eve Seligman In Memory of Joseph Moeller Sr.

Mary Sheridan

St. Edmund Prep Hockey Coaching Staff The Beach Deli The Donohues The Staten Island girls Basketball Officials Association The Sullivan Family Wagner College Sheri Zappala

Golf & Tennis Outing Supporters 2016 Outing Sponsors A good Plumber Corp. Assemblyman Steven Cymbrowitz Auto Dent Collision Corp Autoexec Baglivi and Cook Berkoff Fox Supply Store Phil Brady Brian Welsome, Legal & Tax Services Brooklyn College Center for the Performing Arts Brooklyn Sporting goods Company, Inc. Buckley’s Restaurant City Ice Sports Cosmos Communications Dime Savings Bank Duffy & Duffy, PLLC Eagle Café Ed Fogarty Enterprises El Caribe Country Club Fieldpoint Private Fillmore Insurance Fillmore Real Estate The Finnelli Family Flatbush Copy Center Fleetwood Student Sales Flynn & O’Hara

Furey, Furey, Leverage, Manzione, Williams, & Darlington graybeards, LTD H&L Heating Supply Heat-Timer Corporation John N. Bratichak, Architect Jostens- Scholastic Division JRM Construction Management, LLC Kipnes Crowley group Kramer, Dillof, Livingston & Moore Paul Largo Laurence Industries William Lavin Lewis Johs Avallone Aviles LLP Lien Resolution group Peter Lorenzetti Marine Park Funeral Home Maximum Tours Metro Team Outfitters MI-Key Locksmith MMI Mechanical Monkey Bars Mr. & Mrs. Joseph Culmine, Sr. New Haven County Firefighters Emerald Society Pipe and Drums New York Boiler New York State Senator Martin golden NYS Academy of Trial Lawyers Petro- Commercial & Industrial Heating Specialists Plaza Construction Reliable Office Systems RIBS Rockaway Wish Royal Music Center Inc. Safe Coach, Inc. Spectrotel St. Edmund Elementary School St. Francis College St. Francis DeSales Summer Classic St. John’s University St. Mark Catholic Academy

THANKYOU THANK

037 The Caccamo Families The DeMatteis & Kelley Families The TurboChyll Company The Wharf TNT Industries Total Fire Protection Tracey Real Estate Tri-State Tours Truck & Bus Center Inc. Two Saints Verrazano Rotary Charitable Foundation Vigorito, Barker, Porter, & Patterson,LLP The Wilkens Family Winter Fantasy III, Inc Ybehave Consulting

Gifts In Kind 3rd and 7 Tavern 5 L’s Wines & Liquors JC Albano Arlene Ambert-Hevia Loren Avellino ‘03 Aviator Sports Belle Harbor Steakhouse Brennan and Carr John Blum Brooklyn golf Center Wayne Carey gerard Casey Terry Cleary Jimmy Condolios Patty Cook ‘68 Ann Coughlin Alfonso DiCioccio Dime Savings Bank Dick’s Sporting goods Yiasou Estiatorio Ross Faillace The Faillace Family Audrey Farina Terrence Flynn Ed Fogarty Thomas galvin Jimmy gannon gargiulo’s Restaurant Jim grillo ‘02 Jay & Lloyds Jameson’s Pub Kennedy’s Restaurant David Kirk Eddie Kontorov Michael and Lois Koplin Victoria LaCerra ‘99 La Villa Pizzeria Legends Hospitality Ludwig’s Catering

guy Maranga P’11 The Masini Family Joe McCabe Theresa McCann Roy & Allison Mcginnis Michael’s of Brooklyn Modell’s Sporting goods Mary Morgan New York giants New York Jets New York Red Bulls Oasis Diner Staten Island Yankees The Bungalow Bar Tiberio’s Restaurant Tops Wine & Liquors Bob Tracey Walt Disney World Jim Wilkens P’03 Yearbook Innovations

$250 to $499

Project 2474 Supporters

Cori Militano Bopp ‘89 The Caccamo Families Sharon Conway

$5,000 and above george Messner Trust

$1,000 to $2,499 The Class of 1966 Blackrock Michele Esposito ‘65 In Memory of Helen Guerra ‘65

Frances Fichera Calamera ‘64 In Memory of Ann and Sam Fichera

John Lorenzetti Virginia Malone Ian M. Pinnavaia

$500 to $999 The Class of 1989 In Honor of The Class of 1989

Don Brown In Memory of Betty Ralston

Mabel Chin Mary Esposito Kreuter ‘66 In Memory of Beloved Mother Carmela Esposito

Nancy Magilligan Lundy In Memory of John Malazzo and Margaret Thomas

Carol Mercaldo Pino ‘76 In Honor of The Class of 1976

The Class of 1967 John Esposito Marie gulmi ‘65 Michael & Lois Koplin Jane Margotta Marino ‘69 In Honor of Raquel Lezcano (former Spanish teacher)

Jennifer Calkin Mastromarino ‘99 Susan Puglia ‘77 Linda Ann DeRogatis Scotto ‘65 Elizabeth Canavan Sisti ‘67 Xue Shum Wang In Memory of Elizabeth “Betty” Ralston

Maryan Bastedenbeck Wessels ‘70 In Honor of The Class of 70

$100 to $249 Maire Barreira In Memory of Gary Barreira

In Memory of Betty Ralston

Ann & Michael Coughlin In Honor of John Lorenzetti

Prudence Mazzola Cutillo ‘66 John Fahner In Memory of Elizabeth Ralston

Elizabeth Fitzpatrick ‘70 Lisa greenwood Mary Lynne Magrino Januszewski ‘72 Susan Jenkins ‘66 Ray Johnson In Honor of Eileen, Don and DJ In Memory of Betty Ralston

Dunya Klimovich In Memory of Helen Fama

Susan Richards Kutzin ‘73 Deborah Nichols Mezzetti ‘68 Suet Mui Lam Margaret Hall O’Brien ‘65 Jennifer Ouyang Michael Rogan In Memory of Elizabeth “Betty” Ralston

Carmela Spinelli ‘73 In Memory of Salvatore Spinelli

Clare Sullivan ‘64 Elizabeth Theofan In Memory of Elizabeth Ralston

Donna Tobin Valentin ‘78

THANKYOU THANK

038 $1 to $99 Theresa Vernoia Ahlborn ‘47 Susan Fitzgerald Bonura ‘79 Allen Caron Bernardo DeMeo Joan Taylor Downey ‘57 Agnes Shea Fetter ‘71 Kathleen Hickey Fox ‘69 Helene gasner In Memory of Betty Ralston

Jay goodman In Memory of Elizabeth Ralston

Rosemary Scandale Heil ‘72 Elizabeth Hillier In Memory of Betty Ralston

Cathy Magrino Hirschhorn ‘76 Elizabeth Walsh Hooper ‘72 Kate Jones In Honor of the St. Edmund Prep Administration

Jeanette Doumar Lazarofsky ‘72 In Memory of Maryann Kennedy Fitzgerald ‘72

Lorraine Russo McMahon ‘77 Carol Hamill McMenemy ‘64 Susan Wendt Mondell ‘71 Denise Serrante Mortkowitz ‘69 Joan Dowd Mullins ‘49 Noreen Munnelly ‘78 Margaret Rorke ‘79 In Honor of The Class of 1979

Laura Slaney In Honor of Eileen and Don McAleenan In Memory of Betty Ralston

Danell Smith In Memory of Betty Ralston

Nancy Carlsen Stark ‘75 Noreen Sullivan ‘72 Julie Young In Memory of Elizabeth Ralston

Maura gallagher Yurko ‘69

The Emmaus Retreat Fund Laura Rayder Barbara DeCapua In Honor of Christopher DeCapua

Jennifer DiFilippo ‘10 Eileen Kopp In Memory of George Kopp

The Fine Arts & Music Fund Nigel and Yvette Henry James Poyerd In Memory of Helen Fama

Joey Schmalix In Honor of Sam, Matt, Luke, and John Schmalix This school made a difference in all their lives Thank You!

The Faculty Funded Grant Br. Mark Amatrucola, co Erica Barbieri Joanne Blum grace Carey Janine Cascella Deacon Andrew Ciccaroni Ann Coughlin Michael Coughlin Kathyrn DeMello Marie geraci James grillo ‘02 Anne Hurley Lois Koplin Joan Kowkabany Michael Leahy Suzanne Lemmon John P. Lorenzetti Nancy Lundy Jeanne Malazzo Margaret McEvoy Allison Mcginnis Jennifer Mcgowan Lucy Mineo Johanna Motta Scott O’Donnell ‘06 Barbara Orlowski Maria Palumbo Michael Panico Lucia Piro Colin Pinnavaia Kevin Raphael Deacon Ronald Rizzuto Kathleen Vulpis Brian Wagner Daniel Wiatre Christopher Wright

Our Honor Roll of Donors reﬂects gifts made to from July 1, 2016 to June 30, 2017. St. Edmund Preparatory High School endeavors to record the names of donors accurately and completely. However, if we have inadvertently omitted or misstated your name, please accept our sincere apologies and let us know by contacting the Development Office.

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ALUMNI/FRIENDs

GIVE BACK LORRAINE BUCKLEY SCHOLARSHIP Anthony Pasquarella of Our Lady of Grace was selected to receive the Lorraine Buckley Scholarship. Mrs. Buckley was a long-standing member of the faculty at Our Lady of Grace. Unfortunately, Mrs. Buckley was diagnosed with cancer and succumbed to the disease at an early age. Mr. Charles Buckley (pictured right) decided to honor his wife’s memory by establishing a scholarship in her name here at St. Edmund Prep, the school where their son Gerard served as a teacher and administrator for many years. The stipulation of the scholarship is that it be awarded to an Our Lady of Grace student with a strong work ethic who plans to attend St. Edmund Preparatory High School in the Fall.

SR. MARY PETER AWARD Jared Rios ‘18 is the recipient of the the Sr. Mary Peter Award. Jared recently attended the National American Legion Oratorical Competition where for the past three years he has excelled. He is a leading member of our Model Congress team, the National Honor Society, captain of the track team, Emmaus retreat participant, and SEP ambassador. The Sr. Mary Peter Award was established by the Class of 1966 to honor their favorite teacher Sr. Mary Peter. Thank you Class of ’66 for your continued support of St. Edmund!

MICHAEL GORDON SCHOLARS The Michael Gordon Foundation generously donated $24,000 in scholarships to St. Edmund Prep. The foundation provides financial assistance to New York City Catholic high school students as they pursue their education. The following students were named Michael Gordon Scholars: Juan Carpio ‘18, Joshua Carson ‘17, Kevin Dellosso ‘18, Robert DiSarno-Nolan ‘17, Dominique Friscia ‘17, Isabella Gmelch ‘18, Brian Jean ‘19, Conor Leon ‘18, Johnny Recio ‘17, Juan Recio ‘19 , Quinn Tramontano ‘18, Jordan Williams ‘17.

MCMAHON SCHOLARSHIPS Mr. William McMahon continues to be a gracious benefactor to the Prep. Since 2006, Mr. McMahon has awarded three $1000 scholarships in memory of his daughter Patricia who attended St. Edmund High School and was tragically killed in a car accident during her sophomore year. Bridget Harte ’18 (left) and Robert Dellosso ’18 (not pictured) were awarded the Patricia McMahon Scholarship for Excellence in Science; Elizabeth Shoykhet ‘18 (right) received the Patricia McMahon Scholarship for Excellence in Mathematics.

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CUBA MIssion Below The group with The Acosta Family. The SEP Hunger Awareness Challenge helped to support this family in need. Mr. Acosta works at the Havana Catherdal and Felix Varela Cultural Center

“The Cuba mission that embarked from St. Edmund Prep earlier this year was an experience I won’t forget or regret. It profoundly taught my classmates and me the realities of poverty, even in countries closer than you think, and the ability for normal people to help those in serious need.” Jack McCarthy ‘17

Below Right A little sightseeing at Central Park Havana Right Center The group visits the site of the future day care center planned by the Salesian Sisters. The SEP Hunger Awareness Challenge funded $8,000 of this important project. Right Top Edward Carr ‘17 meets students from the Felix Varela Cultural Center Youth Group Far Right Center Melissa Nereus ‘17 holds a child at one of the day care centers visited by the group Far Right bottom SEP Students spend time leading activities in the classrooms of the day care centers. Far Right bottom The group meets with Archbishop Rodriguez of the Archdiocese of San Cristobal de la Habana. During their meeting Archbishop Rodriguez briefed the group on the state of the Church in Havana and encouraged them in their missionary work.

For more images of the Cuba Mission visit www.flickr.com/stedmundprep

“Our mission to Cuba is a perfect example of opportunities available at St. Edmund. Not only were we able to build the Hunger Awareness Challenge and fundraise, but we were able to put the money into action in the most direct way, seeing the eff ects of our eff orts.“ Gerard Rehill ‘17

“Our mission trip to Cuba was an eye-opening experience. Having the opportunity to go to Cuba and help change lives and bridge the connection between Cuba and the US was an amazing experience that I would love to do again. It helped me realize how much you can change the lives of others. As someone who comes from a family from a country that is struggling, this trip was important for me to participate in. I hope to participate in another mission trip and help others elsewhere as well.” Melissa Nereus ‘17

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GIVINGBACK

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CAREER DAY

Thank You Career Day Presenters! Arlene Ambert-Hevia P ‘20 Lawyer, NYC Housing Authority Joe Calabrese ‘10 NYC Police Offi cer Nicole Cardillo ‘08 Occupational Therapist Scott Chiusano Sports Copy Editor, NY Daily News Mark Chiusano Author/Publishing Nancy Cianﬂ one ‘77 Deputy Commissioner, DEP Anna D’Angelo ‘10 Project Engineer, Posillico Andrea D’Emic Principal, St. Edmund Elementary School Carina Drake ‘02 Certifi ed Oncology Nurse Maria Fraschilla ‘10 Social Media Coordinator, NY Road Runners Charles Harkins P ‘16 & ‘20 Portfolio Manager, Hamlin Capital Mgmt. Tim Horgan ‘10 Network Engineer, JP Morgan Chase & Co. Andy Louison ‘03 Account Executive, salesforce.com Theresa McCann Director of Strategic Partnerships, NBC Sports Group Joseph Merlino ‘10 Risk Oversight Analyst J.T. Plant ‘03 Firefi ghter/Nurse Joanne Scannello-Dziuk P ‘18 EVP, Group Creative Director, Deutsch, Inc. James Slevin Union President of Utility Workers of America Rob Mancene Homeland Security

Twenty alumni, parents and friends participated in what has become an annual tradition here at the Prep – Career Day! Each year on a March morning, students choose three career day presentations to attend. The day is designed to explore areas of interest and learn a bit more about how to prepare now for what they hope to pursue in the future. The students truly enjoy the opportunity to ask questions in a friendly environment and we often find that students will then pursue research of their own in order to better prepare for a specific course of study. Sometimes these presentations affirm what students would like to study, other times they realize a specific field may not be all they bargained for! Either way, all agree that the experience is rich and rewarding.

For more images from Career Day visit www.flickr.com/stedmundprep

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PARENT VOLUNTEER COMMITTEE St. Edmund Prep Wants You! The SEP Parent Volunteer Committee is growing in leaps and boundsâ&#x20AC;Śwhy not consider joining your fellow parents in raising much-needed funds for our students? The PVC is a group of parents who support the fundraising efforts of the Development Team. As it takes on more responsibility, we would love to recruit new parents join us. The Parent Volunteer Committee is charged with running events which will build community and support the operational fundraising needed on a yearly basis. We are looking for individuals to play a variety of roles. Perhaps you are able to chair an event? Maybe you can use your network to seek donations and sponsorships? Each event requires individuals who can help with registration, canvass stores and seek donations, prepare gift baskets, serve on food and beverage committees as well as decorating and set-up. So even if you cannot attend every meeting, we are able to find a way for each individual to contribute. We are always looking for new ideas to raise the sorely needed funds to keep St. Edmund competitive and offer the best education possible. Activities have included: Golf and Tennis Outing, Radio Bingo, Paint Nite, Motherâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Day Pasta Night, the SEP Supper Club, the Christmas Wreath Drive, and the Tuition Raffle. We hope you will join this vital group. Mark your calendars for the first meeting of the year, Thursday, September 21st.

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RememberING Fr. William Dulaney The St. Edmund Prep Community is deeply saddened by the sudden passing of Rev. William Dulaney on Friday, February 10th. Fr. Dulaney served as the part-time Chaplain to St. Edmund Prep since 2001. He was ordained to the Priesthood in 1973 and served the Diocese of Brooklyn as Pastor of Mary Queen of Heaven as well as Parochial Vicar of St. Thomas Aquinas (Flatlands), St. Sebastian (Woodside), St. Margaret (Middle Village), St. Anselm (Bay Ridge), and St. Mel (Flushing). Most recently he served as Parochial Vicar of St. Gregory the Great, Bellerose. We mourn Fr. Dulaney’s passing and ask the entire Prep community to keep him and his family in your thoughts and prayers.

In Memoriam

FAITH IN ACTION MEMORIAL CARDS Remember your loved ones through our “Faith in Action” memorial cards. These attractive keepsakes are available at a cost of $10 in memory of a loved one. The card describes the various programs which benefit from your donation and each individual will be remembered in our school masses and in our magazine. You can request your memorial card(s) by completing the form below and mailing it to St. Edmund Preparatory High School, 2474 Ocean Avenue Brooklyn, NY 11229 with your check. Or you may contact the Development Office at 718-743-6100 or email development@stedmundprep. org with your request and payment information. Help our students help others by placing your order today!

Hyacinth Barrett Natalie Biagi Carol Butler Deacon John Coffey John J. Comito Anna DeAngelo John Diodato Joann Dolan Elaine Dowd Helen Fama Marie Farrell Mary Fish Theresa Franczak James E. Grillo Joe Johnson Jean Karlowitch Caroline Louis-LaRoche

Det. Steven McDonald Jim McElroy Anthony Mele Gail Milk Zachary Misleh Teresa Moroney Daniel O’Keefe Ermelinda Pecci Anthony Pinnavaia, Sr. Sheila Powers Lucille Raphael Margaret Re Mary Reynolds Joseph Saracino Ronald Wolken James Wright

Name:________________________________________ Alumnus/Alumna: Class of ‘_________ Parent: Son/Daughter is Class of ‘_________ Address: _________________________________________ City:___________________________________State: _______________ Zip:_______________________ Please send me _________ cards at $10 each for a total of $________. I am purchasing a card(s) in memory of :___________________________________________________ I have enclosed my check made out to St. Edmund Preparatory High School. Please note Memorial Cards in the memo section.

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ADMISSIONS

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A top priority of the Admissions Office this year was to elevate the presence of St. Edmund Preparatory High School throughout the Brooklyn-Queens Diocese. To achieve this goal, the Admissions Office expanded many of its pre-existing programs in order to reach a greater number of seventh and eighth grade students in both public and private schools. Representatives from St. Edmund Preparatory High School were able to connect with sixteen different schools throughout Brooklyn and Queens, a significant increase from previous years. Additionally, the Buddy Day Program continues to grow and thrive at St. Edmund Prep. Seventh and eighth grade students are invited to spend a day with an SEP student and follow that student throughout his or her day’s schedule. Buddy Days serve as an excellent first impression for boys and girls eager to be part of a family-oriented school community that puts the students at the center of learning. Traditionally, the Buddy Day Program begins in the fall and winds down in early spring, St. Edmund Prep continued to host potential students up until the end of May. St. Edmund Prep was also thrilled to host three outstanding groups of seventh graders from our local area, perhaps one of the proudest achievements of the Admissions Office this year. Throughout the month of May, boys and girls from St. Bernard Catholic Academy, Our Lady of Grace Catholic Academy, and St. Edmund Elementary School spent an entire day with their classmates learning more about the high school experience St. Edmund Prep has to offer. During their visit, these seventh graders were able to meet current students and teachers, sit-in on classes, and walk the halls of St. Edmund Prep as one of our students, all of which is designed to provide them with a “sneak preview” of high school. Additionally, the boys and girls from these local schools engaged with the Guidance Department to focus on long-term college and career goals, learned programming and design from the school’s Robotics Team, and witnessed the creative talents of our various school band ensembles under the direction of Mr. Joe Gucciardi. The Office of Admissions cannot wait to continue expanding these worthwhile programs into the 2017-2018 academic year and cannot wait to welcome these new Eagles into our family.

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On THE

CALENDAR SEPTEMBER 21ST

NOVEMBER 16TH

PARENT VOLUNTEER COMMITTEE

PROJECT 2474 DONOR RECEPTION

Join us and learn about parental involvement at the Prep! Art Gallery - 7:00 p.m. Contact Mike Leahy mleahy@stedmundprep.org

Celebrate the Feast of St. Edmund as we bless our new facilities development@stedmundprep.org

NOVEMBER 21ST OCTOBER 5TH

GOLF & TENNIS OUTING

Inwood Country Club 10:00 a.m. Registration 12:00 p.m. Shotgun Start development@stedmundprep.org

OCTOBER 14TH & 24TH

OPEN HOUSE

11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. (Oct 14th) 7:00 p.m. (Oct 24th) Contact Scott O’Donnell sodonnell@stedmundprep.org

NOVEMBER 3RD

RADIO BINGO

St. Edmund Gym - 7:00 p.m. development@stedmundprep.org

BLOOD DRIVE

Give the gift of life! Join our students and faculty at our bi-annual blood drive. St. Edmund Gym 8:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. Contact Nurse Kathy DeMello kdemello@stedmundprep.org

DECEMBER 21ST

CHRISTMAS SHOW DRESS REHEARSAL

Get in the Christmas spirit! St. Edmund Auditorium - 7:00 p.m. $5.00 donation

Help prepare “Stuffiing from Heaven” which will be served as part of a Thanksgiving feast in Morningside Heights. No cooking experience necessary! St. Edmund Cafeteria - 12:00 p.m.

85th ANNIV. & FOUNDERS DAY GALA EMMAUS CELEBRATION SOCIETY development@stedmundprep.org INDUCTION FEBRUARY 2ND

FEBRUARY 2ND

Giando on the Water - 1:00 p.m. development@stedmundprep.org

St. Edmund Gym development@stedmundprep.org

APRIL 27TH

MARCH 9TH & 10TH

Celebrating 50 Years!

CARD PARTY

SPRING MUSICAL

St. Edmund Auditorium Contact Peggy McEvoy pmcevoy@stedmundprep.org

CLASS OF 2012 REUNION Celebrating Five Years! Art Gallery Contact Grace Carey gcarey@stedmundprep.org

CLASS OF 1968 REUNION Contact Patty McLoughlin Cook 917-587-1844 or Grace Carey gcarey@stedmundprep.org

OCTOBER 20, 2018 MARCH 16TH

DECEMBER 1ST

development@stedmundprep.org APRIL 22ND

NOVEMBER 22ND

STREETCORNER GOURMET

MARCH 27TH

85th ANNIV. SERVICE PROJECT

CAREER DAY

development@stedmundprep.org

CLASS OF 1978 REUNION Celebrating 40 Years! Contact Roseann Barone Santapaola roseannsantapaola@gmail.com or Grace Carey gcarey@stedmundprep.org

The Emmaus Society GALA AND INDUCTION

Celebrating The 85th Anniversary

of St. Edmund Preparatory High School & Inductees to

The Emmaus Society SAVE THE DATE SUNDAY, APRIL 22, 2018 1:00 PM - 5:30 PM

Giando on the Water 400 Kent Avenue Brooklyn, NY 11211

2474 Ocean Avenue Brooklyn, NY 11229 718-743-6100 Fax 718-743-5243 www.stedmundprep.org @stedmundprep

PlAy FOR THE PREP St. Edmund Prep Golf & Tennis Outing Thursday, October 5, 2017 Inwood Country Club 50 Peppe Drive, Inwood, NY www.inwoodcc.org Day of Golf Golf Foursome Day of Tennis Cocktails & Dinner

$250 $1000 $150 $100

10:00 am 11:00 am 12:00 pm 1:00 pm 5:30 pm 6:30 pm

Golf Registration & Brunch Pre-Outing Contests Full Shotgun Start Tennis Registration 19th Hole Cocktail Hour Dinner, Prizes, Auction

Reserve your Spot Today! Contact us: (718) 743-6100 x5080 development@stedmundprep.org Register online at www.stedmundprep.org/golfouting/