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A Jesuit School for Boys, Grades 7-12

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ABOUT OUR COVER 1 With a generous gift from the Patrick F. Cadigan Family Foundation and the launch of the House System, BC High is boldly taking the steps toward a future that aligns our physical spaces on campus with our philosophical approach to forming young men to be leaders for the next generation. How the largest single gift in school history, and largest ever to a Catholic secondary school in New England, will positively impact the future of BC High.Features 6 A New Day on the Boulevard Our Strategic Plan; Vision 2026.................................................................................... 3 Honoring a Legend: Board Member Dr. Martin J. Dunn ’53........................................ 4 Maroon & Gold~Athletics Highlights of the 2021~2022 Seasons............................. 16 Alumni News & Notes ................................................................................................21 Alumni Profile: Michael Ray ’86 ..................................................................................32 Alumni Focus: Tom Cotter ’06 ...................................................................................34 Behind the Scenes........................................................................................................ 36 “Go and Do Likewise”; A Farewell to Friends ............................................................38 In Memoriam ...............................................................................................................43 also in this issue: Introducing the new House System at BC High ... making Eagles feel at home on Morrissey Boulevard.10 Houses Make a HomeSPECIAL BOARD OF TRUSTEES 2022-2023 President Grace Regan P’12, Ex-officio Rev. Michael McFarland, SJ, Chair The Honorable Serge Georges, Jr. ’88, Vice-chair Rich Davey ’91 Anthony Day Paul Donato ’95 Martin Dunn DMD ’53, Emeritus Bob Forman ’84, P’18, ’20 Stephen Fulton ’83, P’25 E.Fritz Friedman ’68 Brian Lee ’02 John Lydon ’03 Matt Maiona ’88 June Matte P’15, ’17 Ifeanyi Obukwelu ’07 AJ Okereke ’10 Kevin Powers, J.D. ’85, P’16 Michael Ray ’86 Jack Shields ’79, P’06 Marty St. George ’82 BC HIGH Magazine Grace Regan P’12, President PUBLISHED BY: Office of External Relations Boston College High School 150 Morrissey Boulevard Boston, MA 02125 Tel: 617-474-5030 Fax: www.bchigh.edu617-474-5035 EDITORS Colleen Carter Deb Martin P’21 Matt McDermott ’13 WRITERS Colleen Carter Matt McDermott ’13 DESIGN Capers Design PRINTING Mass Printing, Inc. ©2022 All rights reserved. Printed in the USA. Printed in part on recycled paper If you would like to send a letter to the editor or update your information, please send the information to the address listed above, or Editor’sexternalrelations@bchigh.edu.e-mailNote:Informationincluded in this issue was as of June 15, 2022.

PresidentAMDG, Grace Regan, P’12 Dear Friends,

With the Feast of Saint Ignatius on July 31 marking the end of the Ignatian Year, we are called to look back on a remarkable celebration of the Society of Jesus – and indeed the half-millennium of transformation brought about by the Jesuits since Ignatius of Loyola’s path to sainthood. We are all partners in this noble mission. Some of us have spent our lives as students, educators, passionate alumni, priests, and parents. Others are only just beginning. I look to our incoming Class of 2026, one of the most outstanding and enthusiastic groups of new students to be welcomed onto Morrissey Boulevard. I also look to those whose mission may be ending, but whose impact will be forever felt by our BC High community. We are grateful for the service of Jon Bartlett ’87, Charlie Drane, and Nelson Miranda ’92, P’16, ’18, who collectively gave over 70 years of service to forming young men in the Ignatian way. We recently congratulated three incredible faculty members on their retirement from BC High: Mrs. Sharon Bilodeau after 37 years, Mr. Bob Lynch ’67 after 15 years, and Mrs. Sheila Fisher after 10 years. We also thanked Dr. Marty Dunn ’53 for his many years of service on the Board of Trustees. These beginnings and endings draw our minds toward the other dualities of life. Namely, the alignment of the physical with the philosophical, as you will see on the cover of this issue. Ignatian spirituality is steeped in the interrelation of our earthly world and our spiritual desires. It is often seen as intensely practical, because while we are called to deep introspection, reflection, and personal growth – we are also called to exercise that energy in deeds and action. In this moment, we find ourselves like Ignatius emerging from his hospital bed after the Battle of Pamplona, burning with the desire, and perhaps need, to act. The world’s challenges have never been greater, and our response has never been more necessary. BC High has answered that call with innovative new programming and opportunities for students through The Michael D. White '70 Center for Emerging Leaders, The Jack Shields '79, P'06 Center for Innovation, and much more. Now, in alignment with our ambitious Vision 2026 Strategic Plan, we answer the call to a need that is close to home and dear to my heart: the care for the physical, emotional, and spiritual wellbeing of our young men.

Through the generosity of our devoted alumni, family, and friends; the tenacity, expertise, and love of our faculty; and the openness, enthusiasm, and optimism of our students – we are bringing into existence the BC High of our wildest dreams. I thank you all for the support you have shown so far, and greatly look forward to working side by side with you as we strive toward our Vision 2026 goals in the future.

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On page 10 you will find an overview of our innovative house system and on page 6, you will find the exciting news of truly groundbreaking changes to our school through the Campus Master Plan. At the core of these incred ible developments is a profound commitment to improving the student experience. Our philosophy has always been that they should feel deeply cared for – and the House System will bring that to life in a very real, intentional way. Our philosophy has always embraced the camaraderie, leadership, and dedication that students learn through athletics – soon, newly updated facilities will bring those lessons to life in an even more meaningful way, while addressing the important correlation between physical health and mental health for all of our students.

In alignment with our Strategic Plan... We continue to deepen our approach to relational teaching and learning and diversifying the BC High community. Our incoming class speaks 27 languages/dialects at home. ATSPOKENLANGUAGESHOME 27 Our institutional commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion continues to help increase the racial diversity of our student body. DIVERSITY 30% Recently gifted by our generous alumni for a wellness center and new stadium. CAMPUS $50MDEVELOPMENT+ received need-based aid this academic year. NEED-BASED FINANCIAL AID 41% OF STUDENTSOUR$4.4EXPERIENCESTRANSFORMATIVE5FUNDFORBCHIGHMILLION 7 7Vision 2026 awarded in financial and merit aid.Surpassed our goal. Students travel from 81 zip codes. Centers of Human ExcellenceAWARDED$9.5GEOGRAPHICAIDDIVERSITYMILLION81ZIPCODES Enrollment continues to be healthy in a competitive environment. BODYSTUDENT1,411 Where all boys are known and loved. 12 PHILOSOPHICALHOUSESREFINEMENT 3

PAUL J. DONATO ’95 Hometown: Watertown, MA Currently resides: Arlington, VA Professional life: Principal, Ernst & Young, LLP, Business and Technology Consulting practice for the Government & Public Sector practice

Dr. Dunn’s legacy on the Board, and in life, has been that of service to others. His work in helping the poor and marginalized through the Por Christo organization receive first-class oral and maxillofacial care has been widely recognized for many years. He’s received multiple honorary degrees, been knighted by the President of Ecuador and

TRUSTEESOFBOARDHIGHBC onoring a LegendH

At the annual Board of Trustees meeting on June 2, 2022, the following alumni were con firmed as Board members with terms starting on July 1, 2022. We are excited to have their expertise during this transfor mational time at BC High. Why are you excited to be a part of the Board of Trustees at BC High?

4 Meet Our New Trustees

BC High is operating from a place of great strength these days. I am excited about the Strategic Plan and look forward to helping the school achieve that vision, which will ensure that future generations of young men will have the same transformative experience that I did as a student. What’s your favorite BC High memory? It’s hard to pick one as I have so many amazing memories, but I am forever grateful for all of the time I spent in practice and games with my teammates on the soccer, basketball and baseball teams. Those shared moments created such deep friendships that remain strong today.

The name Dr. Martin J. Dunn ’53 has long been synonymous with Boston College High School and its Board of Trustees. Dr. Dunn hasn’t just lived up to the values of being a “man for others,” he’s blazed the trail for so many to follow. It wasn’t long after he graduated from Boston College and then Tufts Dental School that Marty returned to BC High to help the school leaders chart a path for the future. In a practical sense, he has had a voice in many of the key decisions in BC High’s recent history.

Of Dr. Dunn, Pat Landers ’73, a former Board Chair shared, "When I think of a "man for others," I think of Dr. Marty Dunn. His contributions to BC High, over decades of board service, are legendary and his roles in helping to establish the Arrupe Division and chairing the St. Ignatius Awards Com mittee are well known. Less so is the time, skill and financial sacrifice Marty happily donated to scores of poor children in South and Central America through Por Christo, providing maxillofacial surgeries that were often lifesaving. I have no doubt that while Marty may be less evident on campus, he will continue to find ways to make a contribution wherever life takes him.”

What’s your favorite BC High memory? My favorite memory at BC High was playing varsity football under Coach Bartlett. We won a state championship during my junior year and I will never forget the perseverance and grit that characterized our journey that season. Football taught me many life lessons that have shaped the man I am today.

Why are you excited to be a part of the Board of Trustees at BC High?

I am thrilled to join the Board of Trustees at BC High and give back to a community that gave me an opportunity to excel academically, athletically, and spiritually. BC High taught me to be grounded in faith and to serve others with competence, conscience, and compassion. I look forward to now serving the BC High community as a Trustee and helping shape the future of our beloved school.

honored by Saint John Paul II. But, it is his work at BC High and his commitment to Jesuit, Catholic education that has left an indelible mark on generations of Eagles.

AJ OKEREKE ’10 Hometown: Randolph, MA Currently resides: Cambridge, MA Professional life: Investor, Insight Partners

Of the many important initiatives that Dr. Dunn has been involved with, a few highlights stand out as truly pivotal in the history of BC High. It was during dis cussions in the early 2000s that Marty encouraged President Bill Kemeza to begin imagining what BC High would look like with a middle school. Aware of the declining numbers among Catholic feeder schools, Dr. Dunn encouraged the Board to consider expanding the school to include seventh and eighth grade. Since opening in fall 2007, the Arrupe Division has enabled thousands of young men to start their BC High experiences early in an environment offering unparalleled academic rigor and support. Further, because of his deep commit ment to service around the globe, partic ularly in Central and South America, Dr. Dunn was one of the key voices behind the establishment of a global education program. Simply traveling wasn’t enough; students needed to be deeply immersed in the life and culture of other countries to understand and appreciate the experienc es of the people living there. This idea for global education took shape in the Hyde Center for Global Education and the program has been transforming students for over 10 years. To that end, Dr. Dunn was instru mental in helping President Kemeza establish the first ever Jesuit Colloquium on Secondary Education. Together with Dan Carmody, former director of the Hyde Center, they met with Jesuit leaders around the world to bring all Jesuit schools to Boston in July 2012 –a feat never tried. Not only did the first Colloquium bring together schools from around the world, but it was translated in multiple languages, and has become a reoccurring event that continues to connect Jesuit schools. Dr. Dunn was officially conferred as Trustee Emeritus at BC High. His legacy and commitment to the school, our students, faculty, staff, and alumni will live on for generations. We wish Dr Dunn, his wife Carol, and their daugh ters the best as they enjoy time together.

[ BY MATT MCDERMOTT ʹ’ 13 ]

A NEW DAY It’s the dawn

During the announcement on April 7, Bill Brett holds his original photograph of Patrick Cadigan ’52 taken during the dedication of Cadigan Hall in 2014.

On April 7, 2022, thousands of alumni, family, and friends watched as President Grace Cotter Regan P’12 announced historic news to the BC High community –a $49 million-dollar gift from the Patrick F. Cadigan Family Foundation to build a 50,000 square foot wellness complex on campus. This largest single gift in school history, and largest ever to a Catholic secondary school in New England, also comes on the heels of a $2.5 million-dollar gift from John V. Murphy ’67, P’98 to build a new athletics stadium. of a new day on Morrissey Boulevard.

Pictured Maria Cadigan, Bill Brett, President Grace Cotter Regan P’12. on the Boulevard

The Patrick F. Cadigan ’52 Family Foun dation Wellness Complex and Murphy Family Stadium will be among the largest and most visible changes in a transforma tion brought about by the school’s Vision 2026 Strategic Plan, which includes a com prehensive Campus Master Plan, and aims to enhance the student experience through state-of-the-art facilities.

We believe that health and wellness are an incredibly important part of our mission to care for students in their totality.

Although these radical upgrades will bring BC High’s resources in line with and supersede Catholic Conference peers, the projects are hardly a superficial attempt to keep up with the competition. President Regan notes, “This transformation is really rooted in who we are as a Jesuit, Catholic school. In our Strategic Plan, you’ll see language about aligning our philosophical approach to student care with the quality of our facilities. We believe that health and wellness are an incredibly important part of our mission to care for students in their totality – head, heart, and hands. These capital projects will allow us to do that at a significantly deeper level.” The Eagles have never needed first-rate facilities to be an athletic powerhouse.

Indeed, the grit exemplified by those who wear the Maroon and Gold was built up over time: dodging steel beams while play ing basketball in the basement of BC High’s original Harrison Avenue campus, running laps around the dirt track before the STAR Complex of the mid-seventies, and even the multiple modern teams who have had to filter through a cramped and aging weight room. Yet, several of those teams have won a state championship in the past decade. In fact, some have won multiple. Under Regan’s leadership, the Eagles have brought six titles home to Morrissey Boulevard in as many years. It’s easy for a fan to delight in imagining what the program can accom plish with best in class facilities. But it isn’t just about the athletes. In addition to a 6,200 square foot strength and conditioning area, 3,700 square feet of cardio space, and a 1,000 square foot athletic training center, the Wellness Complex will also include a flexible classroom space, complete with a well ness kitchen, to aid students in learning about and incorporating healthy, nutri tious foods into their active lifestyles. Students, faculty, and staff have shown incredible interest in healthy pursuits: from Arrupe Division flex periods devoted to cooking – to Ignatian yoga classes held after school that help to destress andTheunwind.eightlane, 25 meter pool should also be a boon for students. BC High’s health curriculum includes the oppor — President Grace Cotter Regan P'12

The late Patrick F. Cadigan ’52 fondly holding up his BC High yearbook.

The BC High of 2026 envisioned by Rev. McFarland is a lot like the BC High of today, and yesterday, and even years

Likewise, just as BC High’s existing facilities have been a tremendous asset to community organizations in Boston and beyond, from Boys & Girls Clubs, to Nativity Prep, and Dorchester Little League, these additions to campus will enable the school to better serve the surrounding area. As a pillar of the Columbia Point community, BC High seeks to model what it means to be a good neighbor by sharing resources and expanding access to external organizations.Accessibility

Fans will have to wait a while longer for the Wellness Complex, with construction slated to begin in January 2023. The Vision 2026 Strategic Plan also leaves room for the future possibility of a hockey rink and innovation hub which would truly complete the suite of facilities on campus. However, the bold initiatives envisioned by the Strategic Plan aren’t simply limited to capital projects.

Reverend Michael McFarland, SJ, Chair of the Board of Trustees, is passion ate about the complete picture laid out in the plan: “In addition to these exciting and highly visible changes, BC High is committed to strengthening our position as a leader in the City of Boston, the Jesuit global network, and beyond. We will do this by prioritizing financial sustainability, diversity, equity, and inclusion through investing more in financial aid to attract and support an economically, racially and ethnically diverse group of students, while also increasing the diversity of our faculty, and staff members, in keeping with our Jesuit, Catholic mission.”

is also a major factor of the Murphy Family Stadium, which –when completed this fall – will include ADA-compliant ramps and stairs in addi tion to new grandstand seating for 1,800 fans. Combined with a new press box and upgraded sound system, two permanent buildings housing concessions, ticket ing, and restroom facilities, and a scenic courtyard plaza, the gameday experience at BC High will be more inclusive and enjoyable than ever before.

The full Strategic Plan, which includes an anticipated timeline and online.isCampuscomprehensiveMasterPlan,availableforreview

8 tunity for students to earn their CPR/AED certifications, and with many serving as lifeguards in the summer, the possibility for swim classes and lifeguard training on campus demonstrates the ways the Well ness Complex might affect students’ lives off the playing fields.

The Murphy Family Stadium

The Murphy Family Stadium Groundbreaking June 2. Pictured are BC High Trustees with John Murphy ’67, P’98 (from left to right): Rev. Michael McFarland, SJ, Chair, Stephen Fulton ’83, P’25, ’26, Brian Lee ’02, John Murphy ’67, P’98, Grace Cotter Regan P’12, Matt Maiona ’88, June Matte P’15, ’17, E. Fritz Friedman ’68.

Maria Cadigan, Pat’s daughter, similarly noted that BC High truly formed him as a person: “His Jesuit teachers, and the rela tionships and fellowship he had with his classmates, were powerful influences on him. They instilled in him the values and discipline needed to be successful in every aspect of both his business and his life.”

Tomorrow’s BC High students won’t will have ADA-compliant ramps and stairs in addition to new grandstand seating for 1,800 fans. Maria Cadigan addresses the crowd on April 7. — Maria Cadigan His Jesuit teachers, and the relationships and fellowship he had with his classmates, were powerful influences on my father. 7 have to dodge beams in the basement like Pat, or John’s father Jerry Murphy ’35. In fact, they will have access to some of the most premier athletics facilities in the state. But what will remain true, and has always been so, is that the BC High experience is unlike any other. The bonds formed with teammates, coaches, and friends last a lifetime. The fidelity and love for the institution that forever changed you often lasts even beyond this life, as is the case with Pat Cadigan. Tomorrow’s BC High students will be cared for better than ever before – physically, spiritually, emo tionally, and academically. It’s a new day on Morrissey Boulevard, and the future is looking bright. n

9 and decades gone by. It will, after all, be fueled by the same indelible spirit that has forged BC High students for generations. It is that same spirit that inspired the generosity of both Pat Cadigan and John V. Murphy. At the recent groundbreaking ceremony for the new stadium, Murphy remarked, “Three generations of Murphys have been touched by their student-ath lete experience at BC High. It is my hope that [this stadium] will provide students – present and future – with the same com radery that myself, my father, brothers, and son experienced and benefitted from. This school is a special place, and I am so proud to be a part of its legacy.”

10 HOUSES MAKE A HOME [ BY MATT MCDERMOTT ʹ’ 13 ]

Ten points to Gryffindor! If those are the first words that come to mind when you hear that BC High is getting a House System, you’re not alone. But this transformative change isn’t about scoring points — it’s about making Eagles feel even more at home on Morrissey Boulevard than they already do.

11 ouse Systems are an educational tradition stretching back hundreds of years. Principal Adam Lewis, with a career spanning the globe, is an ardent supporter: “I’ve seen these models succeed firsthand at Jesuit schools in Australia and Europe. They work because they speak to something fundamentally true – that young people, especially boys, need a tangible sense of belonging and connection. BC High is perfectly set up for a House System to succeed. Our boys love their school and crave points of connection to each other. They already want to lead, influence, and shape their experience in a really positive way. Above all, our boys want to develop strong and deep relationships with each other and the adults in our community. The whole premise of the House System allows all these things to happen on a deeper level.”

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Head of House becomes primary point of contact for student/parents

Students will check in with their house each morning

Each student will continue to have a CounselorGuidance

Every House meets for a minimum of 1 fortime/week50minutes

The school will be divided into House areas with Head of House offices and student lockers in each house area Mentor groups meet for 10 minutes, 3 days/week

Lewis recognizes that it is an incredibly difficult time to be an adolescent, and particularly, a young man. Amidst the rise of social media and an increasingly digital world, one mired in what Reverend Adolfo Nicolás, SJ termed a “globaliza tion of superficiality”, and against the backdrop of a generational public health crisis, ensuing economic instability, and renewed violence on the global stage, today’s students are maturing into uncer tainty. Social constructs like masculinity are being reconsidered and deconstructed, and while reexamination is necessary, Lewis notes that it isn’t always easy for

Each of the twelve houses is led by a Head of House, faculty members chosen for their outstanding commitment to Ignatian education and pastoral care. These twelve leaders — supported by additional adult advisors, the Dean of Students, and the Vice Principal of Student Life — are responsible for daily operations of the house. By developing strong relationships with their students, Heads of House will truly come to know them, and be able to help discern and boys to understand. In the face of these societal challenges, the traditional expectation of BC High students has remained the same: get into a good college or university so you can get a good job. However, the thresholds have increased exponentially. Nearly every major institution of higher education has reached historic levels of selectivity. Put simply, the goalposts have been moved on what is expected of young people, leading to increasingly diminished mental health and quality of life.

Lewis notes that the key to identifying these leaders and giving them the space to grow lies in the vertical integration of the House System.

Canisius High School in Buffalo, New York is one of the first Jesuit secondary schools in the United States to introduce a House System, which Principal Adam Lewis helped consult. Faculty members

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12 develop their special talents. Collectively, these houses will build a sense of “home” at BC High. And not just the sense of home that generations of students have felt completing homework in Corcoran Library with friends, or walking over the footbridge with a group of fellow Eagles to catch their train. These houses are the primary point of contact for the student’s whole education and formation. In a large school like BC High, data indicates that continuity of care is strongest when students are organized in subgroups of no more than 100.

“The whole concept of a house is about creating smaller ‘communities within communities’,” said Lewis. “Places where the boys are known in their totality. The sole responsibility of our Heads of House will be to know their boys’ story inside and out, and to develop strong relation ships and an authentic understanding of their context. They have to feel deeply loved and cared for, because we want them to grow into young men who love and care deeply.”

Mrs. Jennifer Manning, formerly Director of the Michael D. White ’70 there noticed a distinct growth of peer mentoring, cooperation, unity, and belonging in the student body. Lewis attributes this to the organic emphasis on leadership instilled by the House System. “Opting out of leadership isn't possible,” said Lewis. “The boys naturally progress through the years and take on increasingly important roles in leading the school community. But it’s not just the loudest voice in the room. Our leadership is rooted in service and justice.”

BC High has always been known for its quality of care — the cura personalis that is so distinctive to the Ignatian tradition and our community. But true innovation requires forward motion when systems are good, and even when they are truly great, to become all that they can possibly be. And nothing is as important, and ulti mately worth improving, than the health and wellbeing of our boys.

“We know that boys are relational learners; they learn best when they feel known, loved, and when they have a close connection to their teachers. The House System allows us to bring together care and learning in a concrete way and will be a catalyst for greater depth in both learning and relationships.”

John Mark, Director of the Center for Ignatian Identity and Formation shared that “patrons might include people tied to the history of BC High, of Boston, and represent our global outlook as a Jesuit school. Patrons might also symbolize or represent aspects of the Grad at Grad that animate who we are, how we educate, and what we strive for.”

House Captain Denzel Cofie ’23, the student leader selected to represent Judge House, reflected on what it meant to bear the name of the famed FDNY chaplain Father Mychal Judge, OFM, who perished on September 11, 2001 as he adminis tered last rites to a wounded firefighter: “Fr. Judge was a Franciscan priest and fire chaplain to the New York City fire department, dedicating his life to showing compassion towards others, accompanying those especially in need. He is well known for his ministry with those suffering from

As is tradition, each house has chosen a patron, designed a crest to reflect the patrons good works, and come up with a motto accordingly, to represent the students in the house. Through a com munity-wide process, students nominated and voted on key figures in faith, culture, athletics, and history that carry special meaning to them — from Mother Teresa, to the late Chadwick Boseman.

All of the houses have really strong names. From Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. to some influential Jesuits like Francis Xavier and Peter Faber, all of these people are legendary figures who can model and animate leadership for students. They show us what its like to care for others and give us something to aspire toward.”

— Principal Lewis

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The House System provides increased opportunities for student leadership and mentoring at all levels. It provides the support for this to happen naturally, while also putting into place formal structure. Through student-led inter-house competi tions that encompass athletic and co-cur ricular activities, students gain a vested interest and genuine curiosity in each others’ talents and pursuits. The House System fosters an environment where a co-curricular chess match might have as much buzz in the student body as Friday’s

AIDS, homelessness, addiction and the LGBTQ+ community, extending a hand to those on the margins. In remembering the legacy of love Fr. Judge left behind, the members of House Judge will be guided by the values of humble service and compassion.”

Center for Emerging Leaders and recently named Vice Principal of Student Life, is passionate about the synergy between care and learning.

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14 n March 25, six students and five adult members of the BC High community traveled from Morrissey Boulevard to Atlanta, Georgia to begin a journey that would take them to key cities of the civil rights movement through the Sojourn Project. The Sojourn Project is described as a “wholly unique, transformative academic, moving classroom immersion program, and a catalyst for humanity. Empowering young people’s voices and search for purpose. Through the lens and lessons of the modern civil rights movement, Sojourn’s living history Journeys – for middle and high school students – forge new pathways of under standing and awareness toward personal and civic Togetherresponsibility.”withstudents and adults from schools around the country, the group from BC High visited Atlanta, then traveled to Alabama, stopping in Birmingham, Montgomery, and Selma, before finishing in Memphis, Tennessee and Little Rock, Arkansas. Throughout their journey, they read, reflected, and studied in a remarkably intense way, the people, sites, and actions of those most critical to the movement. STUDENT experience “My Sojourn experience was something I will never forget. This may be a cliché statement but my entire perspective on life has changed for the better because of this experience.” — Ish Hazlewood ’23 Gonzaga House Captain THE

“Attending the Sojourn Project was the ultimate experience of bringing the class room teachings and textbook readings to life. We were not only fortunate to visit actual historic locations and incredible museums, but we also heard from and met people who are prominent figures in the civil rights movement. The entire trip was truly an amazing experience that not only the students, but the adults will never forget. The students said it was life changing and thus far the highlight of their time at BC High. Incorporating this trip into the curriculum at BC High means that we are giving our students an opportunity to really understand what social justice is and why being an antirac ist is necessary and impactful for societal growth and caring for others.”

To top it all off, the students that we met from all of the other schools in California and Ohio were some of the most intelligent, articulate, and outspoken people I have ever met, and we are still friends to this day.

n ISH HAZLEWOOD ’23 Gonzaga House Captain

n DR. RUTH EVEE P’18, ’22 Director of the Center for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

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n LUKE HUGO ’24

ON A SOJOURN

“My Sojourn experience was something I will never forget. This may be a cliché state ment but my entire perspective on life has changed for the better because of this expe rience. Throughout the week I found myself drained emotionally, spiritually, and phys ically due to the tougher topics we covered and learning how America has lived up to its foundation, of life, liberty, and equality for all promised by our “founding fathers.” I think I can speak for every individual that joined me on that trip that those “tough” moments were necessary for growth. One of BC High’s principles is to be “Open to Growth” and we all had to understand that experiencing those tougher moments throughout the trip was an opportunity to grow. Especially being an African American man, this trip really resonated within me and realizing that I need to take more action and become more aware of political issues in America and understanding that the laws being passed and other rules and regulations being proposed are not only going to affect me in the future but my entire family. Overall this trip was phenomenal I will never forget the opportunity I was given. It was a blessing to be around such intellectual excellence and well-rounded individuals that helped make my trip all the more memorable.”

JASON BBOSA ’22 Boston College ’26

“The Sojourn trip was truly life-chang ing for me. It educated me greatly and allowed me to better understand the truth and the way I felt and reflected on the truth. The speakers that were present gave great insight into the past and were able to move everyone. Learning this material in school will never be the same as learning this where it happened and standing in the locations. I loved this trip and it helped me grow closer to the boys I went with. I now feel that my story has been heard.”

“I still remember the first day like it was yesterday. To be quite honest, I did not think that I was going to like it. However, to my surprise, I was entirely mistaken. Despite daily three-hour lectures and an interesting learning environment to say the least, this was truly a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. Just being there, I was at a loss for words, and, oftentimes, I was touched to my core. It was an honor to learn about the civil rights movement more in-depth as well as all of the unsung heroes—some of whom we even got the chance to meet— who got lost in the endless expanse that is history. At the same time, I was privileged enough to visit so many breathtaking and thought-provoking sacred spaces such as Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s gravesite in Atlanta, the Legacy Museum in Montgomery, and the Edmund Pettus Bridge in Selma.

Over the course of those eight fateful days, I experienced a whirlwind of emotions. I felt overwhelming grief, sadness, and despair, but I also felt power, courage, and strength. In the end, not to sound like a cliché, but this trip truly changed my life for the better. It makes me want to research and further educate myself about some of the history of the movement that I do not know. It makes me want to be more vocal regarding issues of race. It makes me want to honor the legacy of the people before me and continue their struggle by being a young changemaker in my community as best I can. For this reason, my way of reigning down justice that rolls down like water and righteousness like a mighty stream on the people around me is by including those who have been silenced or sidelined. In my eyes, that is what justice is all about. Thus, through this trip, which has manifested itself as my own personal journey of self-discovery, I have finally come across my true purpose in life, and it is fair to say that the Sojourn Project has brought that out of me and to the forefront of my existence.”

Coach Marcus Craigwell and Mark Rogers P’22, have actively tracked Eagles playing lacrosse at the next level. pleased to share 21 alumni are playing lacrosse at the collegiate level many of whom are fierce competitors on the field while remaining brothers at the final whistle.

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16 athleticsNEWS AND HIGHLIGHTS FROM OUR 2021–2022 SEASONS! Nearly 40 members of the Class of 2022 will take their athletic talents beyond Morrissey Boulevard. We are excited to cheer them on next year as they venture off to play a sport at the collegiate or post-graduate level. BC HIGH maroon & GOLD COLLEGE bound

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Pictured are a few from this past season. Will Bowen ’18 • UNC, Georgetown Tommy Joyce ’18 • Harvard Charlie Pyne ’18 • Bowdoin Nolan Collins ’19 • Wesleyan Martin Folan ’19 • Holy Cross Luke Jaber ’19 • Bentley Chi Chi Price ’19 • Babson Aidan Carroll ’20 • Georgetown Michael Curran ’20 • Connecticut College Liam McCarthy ’20 • St. Anselm Aidan Sullivan ’20 • Roanoke College Zach Swanson ’20 • RPI Kevin Ewanich ’21 • Colby Vincent Horton ’21 • Bryant Emmett Martin ’21 • Babson Matt Park ’21 • Babson Owen Porter ’21 • Dickinson Carter Rice ’21 • Syracuse Mike Ryan ’21 • Holy Cross Kevin Sheahan ’21 • Bentley Louis Timmins ’21 • Tufts

On February 28, at a special “Signing Day” luncheon attended by student-ath letes and coaches representing each of the school’s sports teams, President Grace Cotter Regan P’12 announced that the school has received a $2.5M gift from alumnus John V. Murphy ’67, P’98 to build a new stadium and athletic facilities on the campus, which will be named Murphy Family Stadium. John and his brother, Rick ’69, were on hand to celebrate the occasion with our very enthusiastic student-athletes. Aidan McDonnell ’22, (hockey – captain, lacrosse) reflected on the importance of being a part of the brotherhood at BC High. Likewise, John Murphy shared how important it is to represent the BC High brand, calling BC High "the most wellknown Jesuit high school in the world!"

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palpable. Coach Bill Loughnane, in his eighteenth year coaching at BC High, has coached each of his sons throughout his tenure (Alex ’14, Jack ’16). That chapter of Loughnane’s legacy ended this season as, Mike ’22, his youngest, played his final high school game at BC High.

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Trustees, alumni, and dignitaries. Construction for the stadium is underway and is expected to be completed by January. Out of caution, all home games played in the stadium will be played on McCoy Field or offsite. out the cheer

We were excited to break ground on the stadium on June 2 with members of the Murphy family joined by Trustees, former John V. Murphy ’67, P’98 7 Scan for more information on the campus master plan including the Murphy Family Stadium.

What a winter as the basketball team capped off a remarkable season going 25-0 to win the state championship in front of thousands of fans at Tsongas Arena in Lowell, MA! The support from the students made the games electric and the excitement at each game was Basketball wins Division I State Championship

The hockey team made a remarkable run under new playoff guidelines and fell short to St. John’s Prep in the MIAA semi-finals. Congratulations to Coaches John Flaherty ’88, P’23 and Bob Roach ’88 for guiding the team through a hardfought season.

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Billy Ryan ’77, P’14, ’17, ’22 Inducted into Eastern Mass. Soccer Coaches Association Hall of Fame

BC High Head Varsity Soccer Coach Billy Ryan has been elected to the Eastern Massachusetts Soccer Coaches Association’s Hall of Fame Class of 2021. Ryan’s achievements at BC High include: over 300 wins, 1 State Title, 10 Catholic Conference Championships, 5 South Sectional Finals Appearances, Division I Coach of the Year, and is in the BC High Athletic Hall of Fame as a Coach. Steve Healy ’81 Takes the Reigns as Varsity Baseball Coach After an illustrious career, Norm Walsh ’70, P’04 retired from coaching at BC High and handed the reigns to one of his former players and colleagues. Under the direction of Steve Healy ’81, math, and Tom Conley ’08, assistant coach and recently named athletic director, the baseball team had a strong season making it to the quarter finals and going 18-7.

Caleb Sharif ’22 competed unattached and finished in 16th place at the nationals Rising Champions competition with a weight throw of 18.30 meters (60.6 feet). He received second-team All American honors and qualified for outdoor nationals with a hammer throw of 59.5 meters (195’2.1 feet) which is seeds him as 7th in the country as of June 1, 2022.

Led by Coach, Ryan Dacey, the The Ski Team has not lost a Ski East league race since 2015. They were featured in a Patriot Ledger story this winter.

The Soccer team had a successful run this season with a Catholic Conference Championship. Again this year, the team sup ported Breast Cancer Awareness, wearing pink throughout the month of October and raising critical funds to support the Ellie Fund.

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Former Basketball Teammates Reunite to Play at Rice University BC High alumni Carl Pierre ’17 and Travis Evee ’18 were standout teammates on the BC High Basketball court. Fast forward a few years later, the two friends found themselves together again at Rice University, teammates again and performing at a high level. Though the season didn’t end the way they had hoped, it was a ter rific experience for them to play together again.

Dr. Nick Argento, social studies and fresh man baseball coach, took his annual trip to New York City with the team to play Fordham Prep. With a score of 18-15, the Eagles were victorious in the Bronx. Annually, this trip is an opportunity for the student-athletes to see another terrific Jesuit school, explore New York, and form lifelong bonds with their teammates.

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Congratulations Kieran Dunn ’22 and Henry Griffin ’22! Bronze medalists at the U.S. Rowing Youth National Championship! to Coach Brennan Bonner and track stars Jiovanni Bycinte ’22 and Ben Evee ’22 on qualifying for the National Track Competition in Philadelphia. No medals were won but BC High was well represented.

Leaving it all on the Field Congratulations to the BC High Lacrosse and Rugby Teams for amazing seasons. Both teams exhibited persistence, determination, and grit throughout the season but fell short in the MIAA DI State Finals. These student-athletes have made their school and community proud. Go Eagles!

A Run to Remember Congratulations

JERRY YORK ’63 By John Flaherty ’88, P’23

During his 2019 acceptance speech for induction into the Hockey Hall of Fame, Coach York referenced his eight years of Jesuit education. He also quoted two Jesuit priests who influenced his life. One priest taught him about being a “Man for Others” and the other inspired him to always be grateful. Great lessons that he instilled in every player lucky enough to call him coach. His graduation speech at BC High in 2013 was one of the best ever delivered. A simple message on multiple fronts that resonated with every graduate in the class. He challenged them to be all-stars in every capacity: as sons, as students, as employees, and as future executives. If you are an all-star in all those aspects, you will have lived up to what you were called to be. Then he discussed the crucial five-second decisions. There are times in life when you have five seconds to decide between right and wrong. It is those decisions that define you as the person you will be for the rest of your life. All in attendance left the graduation ceremony with a better perspective on life that day, not just the graduates.

With the departure of Jon Bartlett ’87 (page 38), we are excited to share that Tom Conley ’08 has been appointed athletic director. Tom served as assistant AD for the last several years and was instrumental in helping Jon run our athletic teams through the pandemic. He is also the assistant coach of the varsity baseball team that had a terrific playoff run this year.

Tom Conley ’08 A Tribute to BC High alumnus and member of the BC High Athletic Hall of Fame, Jerry York ’63, retired last spring as the all-time winningest college hockey coach. He leaves a legacy of 1,123 wins, five NCAA National Championships, 11 Hockey East Titles, nine Beanpot Championships, seven Coach of the Year Awards, a Lester Patrick Award from the NHL, multiple Hall of Fame inductions including the Hockey Hall of Fame in Toronto, Ontario. Despite all of these accolades, awards, and accomplishments, Jerry never forgot who he was and where he came from.

Throughout his career, Conley has demonstrated what it means to be a man for others, dedicating his entire career in service to other student-athletes. He has held four collegiate assistant baseball coach positions – three at the Division I level with Bryant University, Harvard University and Rutgers Univer sity, and one at the Division III level with Trinity College. Conley also spent four years as head coach of the Pittsfield Suns: Future Collegiate Baseball League where he was responsible for recruiting and mentoring players nationwide.

“I would first like to thank Jon Bartlett, who gave me the opportunity three years ago to return to BC High and truly showed me how to run a successful athletic program,” said Conley. Jon’s leadership and guidance has been invaluable. He has been a remarkable coach, mentor, and friend.”

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As we reflect on his retirement, how do you properly recognize the greatest college hockey coach of all time? I start by saying thank you. He took special interest in BC High Hockey, its players, their accomplishments, and their futures in college hockey. He was always willing to share what made his players and teams so successful. He answered every time I called, returned every text, and welcomed me back to my alma mater any time I wanted to visit. The last time was the most special when he invited my family to see all the amazing things happening on the campus. Add these to the fact he’s the winningest coach of all time who has help hundreds of players achieve their very best in hockey, school, employment, and life. BC High and the entire hockey universe are better because of Jerry York’s amazing career. He truly exemplifies the BC High motto as a “man for and with others.”

“I’ve been so fortunate to be a part of a proud Eagle legacy at BC High and am eager to continue that success. I look forward to the partnership of our student-athletes as we form them to be leaders on the field and in the classroom.”

Three of the Class of 1959’s finest, James Norton, Brian Sullivan, and Jack Pyne got together for dinner in Naples this past winter.

Peter Colwell ’58 writes that this past summer was quite exciting. He spent 12 days and 11 nights at his son’s home in Germantown, MD. While there, his son Peter, his family and he witnessed his grandson’s high school graduation. This past fall, Peter accepted an invitation to go to the home of a very good friend and classmate: Dick Gill ’58 of Winthrop for a political rally for a local candidate. Peter has spent time writing poetry since the pandemic started on subjects such as nature, government, health and well-being, religion, and the bulk of them about the love he shared with his most wonderful wife Marjorie, who passed away on October 10, 2020. Cheers Peter!

The Rev. Patrick Nolan, SJ, attended a dedication of a new ballroom in the Hampton Inn and Homewood Suites in Boston’s Seaport. The room was dedicated to Medal of Honor recipient Fr. Joseph T. O’Callahan, SJ ’22. Several Medal of Honor recipients, including Thomas Kelley ’56, were in town for the Medal of Honor convention

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7 1950s • • • Don MacLellan ’50 and his wife Marilyn were recognized in Decem ber as members of BC High’s St. Ignatius of Loyola Society for their plan to include BC High in their estate. The couple’s gift will be used to start an endowed scholar ship that will offset the tuition for a student who has demonstrated financial need from Dorchester (where they grew up). Thank you for your generosity, Don & Marilyn! If you interested in learning more about our planned giving program, please contact Kelly DeGregorio, Vice President of Advancement.

7 1960s • • • Congratulations to Carl Johnson ’62 who was recently inducted into the Massachusetts Science Educators’ Hall of Fame for his forty years of service in Boston Public Schools at South Boston High School. and attended the blessing of the room and dedication. Governor Baker was also in attendance. Eamon O’Marah, the developer of the property, is the grandnephew of Fr. O’Callahan, SJ.

J. Joseph Burns ’63 and a ’67 graduate of Boston College, formally retired from BC this summer, more than three decades after returning to the Heights as an administrator. His full-time, official positions at BC were associate dean of the College of Arts and Sciences (1985-1998) and associate vice provost for undergraduate academic affairs, but Burns’ tenure included numer ous other jobs and undertakings, among them acting director of the University’s Pre-Health Program and BC’s Learning Resources for Stu dent Athletes office; member/chair of the committees for the Martin Luther King Jr. and the Benigno and Corazon Aquino scholarships; and Athletic Advisory Board member. He also oversaw a major Carnegie Corp.-funded initiative, “Teachers for a New Era,” that involved a collab oration between Arts and Sciences and the Lynch School of Education; led undergraduate program assess ment efforts; spearheaded the creation of the Commencement Day processional; helped establish the Academic Advising Center; and was BC’s delegate to the New England Association of Schools and Colleges accrediting body. Congratulations on a wonderful career Joe!

Timothy Shea ’58 and Margaret visited Cuba this past year and had a wonderful time exploring all that the island has to offer. After teaching skiing in Telluride, Colorado for 15 years, Frank Connolly ’59 retired and moved back to Jackson, NH to be closer to his daughter. At 81 years old, he can ski at most resorts in the United States for free but is still missing the sunshine and warmth of southern Colorado.

Tom Kelly retired from the oph thalmology practice in 2001 and relocated from Nashua, NH to Vail, CO for the skiing. Now, his skiing days are over and he lives in Arizona with his wife Sandra. He’s still playing golf, albeit not well. This summer was spent in Alaska looking for bears (found some) and fishing for rainbows (caught some). He misses gathering with his classmates, but hopes they can gather sometime soon!

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flying. John has 20 grandchildren and 3 great-grandchildren! Now, he is a full-time Grandpa with his lovely wife for 24 years, Linda, in beautiful, sunny Florida.

John "Dino" Donovan ’69 retired from the Boston Police Depart ment (1977 - 2010) having run the Crimes Against Children Unit from 2000 to 2010. He then took a year off and finished visiting all 50 states by train, plane, car, and boat and took a trip through western Europe. He also worked as a child abuse investigator in the Child Pro tection Unit of the Suffolk County District Attorney from 2011 to 2022. Dino now lives in West Roxbury and is about to downsize. He has three boys: a scientist at Siemens Corp, a special education teacher in Boston, and a data analytics guru who lives in Dublin, Ireland. His only regret is that he did not learn keyboarding, now called typing, having never known way back then that you would need typing skills in every job down the road.

Chris Muse ’66 visited campus this past year to speak with our Models of Leadership course about his career as a public defender and Superior Court Judge. Pictured from left to right, Mr. Mike Gardner, Chris Muse ’66, and President Grace Cotter Regan P’12.

John Pacitti ’67 finally retired almost 5 years ago with over 40 years and over 18,000 hours of 7 1970s • • • Congratulations to E. Paul Colella ’70 who is retiring after 43 years on the faculty of the philosophy department at Xavier University in Cincinnati. Michael Kriesman ’70 recently retired from a long and successful career as a medical-legal consultant, and now fills his days by harmo nizing to Gilbert and Sullivan and trying to draw “Blinky” the Famous Artists School Reindeer (as seen on the back cover of old TV Guides).

Brian Sullivan ’63 was featured on Boston 25 News by investigative reporter Bob Ward about airport security in July 2021. Brian is a member of BC High’s Hall of Fame and is a Senior Fellow at the American Leadership and Policy Foundation and a former risk pro gram management specialist for the Federal Aviation Administra tion. Brian and his wife, Betsy are also pictured with Susan Hunter, daughter of beloved coach and faculty member Paul Hunter ’53, RIP, author of 77 Letters Operation Morale Booster: Vietnam.

David Gudjonsson ’63 has been blessed to live in Maui for the last ten years, and has reconnected with classmates Andy Tagliaferri and Ernie Johnson through the BC High alumni network.

R. Patrick Crowley ’64, Dick Norton ’64, Joe Gautreau ’64 GP’23,’26, and Pat Crowley ’64 P’95, are skating as the BC High ’64 line with the Quincy Bald Eagles, a group of over-60 hockey players, out of rinks in Quincy and BackRockland.in2019, David Hanson ’64 and his wife Colleen finally "out grew the joys of home ownership" and moved from Tampa to Salt Lake City to be closer to their oldest son. The couple moved into a Life Plan Community, which has been a great place to be during the

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John F. Shea ’69 has been recog nized for his expertise in hazard ous waste cleanups, defense and cost recovery, water, and wetlands laws. He has represented the metal recycling industry since 1988. He is known for doing a “phenomenal job of translating the rules and regulations” of environmental law into practical advice. Clients observed that “John gives sound advice and is extremely knowl edgeable,” and he “is strong in the areas of environmental enforce ment, compliance and permitting.” pandemic and have enjoyed new friends as well as watching their granddaughters grow. They are still enjoying seeing old friends as a member of the Board of the Asso ciated General Contractors Educa tion and Research Foundation and as president of the Life Plan Foun dation of Utah. The Hansons hope to find a reason to get back to New England this summer.

The Class of 1964 held a Virtual Meet up last summer during the pandemic with the help of Brian Kingston, Ron Paglierani, and Fr. Bill WilliamJoy.Brouillard ’65 is enjoying Florida without shoveling snow!

Tom Burke ’67 recently published the book, Evil Must Not Have the Last Word: The Life of Mary Wy godski: Holocaust Survivor, Mother, Teacher, & Witness.

community college level. Ralph lives in Southern New Hampshire with his partner Patricia, he has two children, Joseph and Christina and four grandchildren.

Cardinal Sean O’Malley ordained Stephen J. Powers ’77 as a deacon on October 2 at the Cathedral of the Holy Cross. Steve has been assigned to St. Richard Parish in Danvers and will also minister to those battling drug and alcohol addiction. It took five books and twice as many years, but Michael Lewis ’79 finally secured a review from the Boston Globe for his new book that launched on January 15, 2022. Fight Like A Girl is a compilation of 25 of the toughest female warriors throughout history and was an eye-opening and thoroughly enjoyable project to work on. Whether you’re on the battlefield or in the boardroom, raising kids or

After the success of his Cap’n McNasty picture books series, Mike is excited about his foray into middle-grade historical non-fiction. Mike thanks his teachers at BC High who taught him the power of the written and the spoken word.

Bill Glennon ’75 retired in June after 40 years of high school teaching: Latin, Greek, German at Cheverus in the mid- ’80’s and the last 34 years in rural Western Maine. Congrats Bill! Edward McCahill ’75 is enjoying his work as a senior private wealth advisor at Ronald Blue Trust’s Seattle office. He and his wife Cindy have four adult children and four grandchildren. They live in Woodinville, WA. He is looking forward to attending our 50th Reunion in 2025!

John Miller ’80, a very proud alumnus, recently turned 60 which did not bother him at all. As they say in the great state of Florida “60 is the new 40.” In addition to his three beautiful children who are all doing well, he has just become a grandfather. His son John D. Jr., and his wife Devin just became proud parents to Reese Miller, and she is beautiful. Brian McHugh ’81 writes it’s been 40 years since the BC High championship basketball game against Patrick Ewing and Cam bridge Ringe & Latin School. The team writes, "that back then the 7

Chief Gerry Mahoney ’77 works for the Cambridge Fire Department and is still keeping the city safe along with BC High alumni, Deputy Chief Mike Morrissey ’76, Captain Robert Sullivan ’97, and Captain Ken Flibotte ’99. Some fellow BC High alumni who have recently retired from the Cambridge Fire Department include Captain Charles Anderson ’78 (4-25-2020), Captain Rob Morrissey ’81 ( 2-4-2021), and Deputy Chief Ed Morrissey ’75 (1-7-2022).

Michael lives in Manchester, NJ with his adorable wife, Betsy. He has three grown sons, three grown step-children, and three step-grand children, who frequently cause him to groan. He certainly welcomes any attempts by fellow alumni to start GoFundMe campaigns to finance his Congratulationsretirement.toMike Hutchinson ’71, who retired at the end of April last year. Mike worked for over 30 years as an assistant county attorney in the Criminal and Civil Divisions of the Washington County Attorney’s Office in Minnesota. He thoroughly enjoyed the give-andtake of trial litigation, in particular the prosecution of serious felony crimes. His career as a public servant was rewarding in all respects, but the time had come to move on to the next chapter of his life. Mike writes that “he was blessed to be able to attend the Class of 1971 Jubilarian Reunion in May and represent our class at the Mass of Commencement the following day. Special kudos to our classmate and class agent, Dan Kenslea ’71, for all his hard work in making the reunion a huge success.”

Ralph Luciano ’76 graduated from Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences in 1981. During his education, he worked at Menotomy Pharmacy, an indepen dent pharmacy in Arlington MA. Upon graduation he began his career at multiple independent pharmacies including Blackwood Pharmacy in Quincy, Hillview Pharmacy in North Reading, and Trinity Pharmacy in Lexington where he began his long term care and consulting career. During his career, he also practiced in chain retail pharmacies for CVS Health in Somerville and Cambridge, and also as a pharmacy supervisor for Brooks Pharmacy in the Metro Boston and South Shore area. Also, he served as staff pharmacist and later pharmacy manager for the Teamsters Local 25 Health Services and Insurance Plan (TeamstersCare Pharmacy) in Charlestown, MA, and became involved with pharmacy managed care. Ralph has revisited his long term care and consulting roots as well as sterile compound ing in his past position as manager of record for The Whittier Pharma cist, Inc., a LTC Pharmacy in Haverhill, MA. Ralph was on the board of directors for the Massa chusetts Pharmacists Association from 2009-2018. Ralph was on the board of directors for the Boston Druggists Association from 20082018 as well as a long time member. Ralph was also an adjunct instruc tor and preceptor for the Massa chusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences University and preceptor for Western New England College of Pharmacy. He is also involved for the MCPHS University Alumni Association. Along with retirement, he enjoys instructing pharmacy technicians at the curing cancer, running marathons or running countries, patrolling the streets or pushing for justice, the world owes you a colossal debt of gratitude - thank you. Boston Globe wrote: “In lively prose, and beauti fully illustrated by Hila Ronis, Lewis shows the courage, resourcefulness, and leadership of these remarkable women.” Midwest Book Review wrote: “Fight Like a Girl is inspiring nonfiction reading and a fine survey of relatively unknown women whose efforts changed their world. It deserves to be in any middlegrade collection seeking to put the roles and achievements of women in their proper place in history.”

Dr. Paul Manuel ’77 was recently appointed the next Head of School at The Cambridge Matignon School. Paul was previously at the School of Public Affairs at American University in Washington, D.C., where he served as the leadership program director for the past eight years.

7 1980s • • • Thank you to Paul Meaney ’80 for hosting a small alumni and friends get together on the Cape last summer!

Joseph O’Hara ’82 managed his Al Thomas A’s Baseball Club to its first Yawkey Amateur Baseball League championship in 28 years this past summer. The team won two games in 2020 and finished in last place, setting up the incomparable worst-to-first season. Players on the team included Owen Carberry ’19, Danny Maguire ’19, Zach Hatfield ’20, Jacob Perez ’20, Mike Donahoe ’20 and Jake Donahoe ’20. Former Al Thomas Club members in the Yawkey League Hall of Fame include Kevin Berry ’79, Paul Degnan ’77, Tom Degnan ’82, Mike Cotter ’83, Mike Feehily ’88, Kyle Robertson ’88, and Mike Toland ’89. As the team prepares to defend its title in 2022, O’Hara will be celebrating his 40th year on the team as a player, coach and manager. Peter Jaworski ’83 has been a CFP for 25 years and started his own firm, Financial Planning Strategies in 2015. He was recognized as a top wealth adviser by Boston Magazine in March 2022 for the 7th time. His daughter Julianna is keeping up the Jesuit tradition as a sophomore at Fordham University in NYC. His wife

Year, First Team All-American, and the coaching staff was recognized as the NFHCA – East Coaching Staff of the Congratulationsyear.

Bryan Sheppeck ’84 continues to lead global sales for Cambium Networks and recently visited his 75th country (Egypt). Bryan lives in NY but is looking forward to more time back in the Boston area with his two youngest children attending Northeastern and Boston University.

24 alumni NEWS & NOTES entire school traveled to every tournament game that we had. Gyms were packed with maroon and gold. I have no idea how they packed approximately 7,000 people into the Boston University gym. All the fans stood for the entire game. 1981 was a great time to be an Eagle. It’s been nearly 40 years and our championship team meets up a couple times a year with Coach Levangie. That says a lot about that team and that says even more about Boston College High School."

Charles Stravin ’85, a kidney cancer patient, his wife Liz, and Dr. Toni Choueiri, Director of the Lank Center for Genitourinary Oncology were featured on WEEI/NESN’s Jimmy Fund Radio-Telethon in the summer of 2021. In 2015, when he was 48, Chuck was diagnosed with advanced (stage 4) renal cell carcinoma or kidney cancer. He credits the thoroughness of his primary care physician for immediately sending him for diagnostic tests where they discovered a massive tumor two days later. Chuck is married to his high school sweetheart Liz, and they have four daughters. He has undergone multiple surgeries and has participated in numerous clinical trials. He works as the vice president of business operations at the National Fire Protection Agency and is a life-long Boston sports fan and die-hard Boston College Eagles fan. Sending you our prayers from Morrissey Boulevard, Chuck!

to JJ Alberts ’89, who recently was hired by Oxygen Esports in Boston as their new senior vice president of corporate partnerships! 7 1990s • • • Peter McLoughlin ’90 and his wife Elena moved to the Cottage Farm neighborhood in Brookline, MA in 2021 where they live with their three boys Aidan (10), Nikki (8) and Dylan Congratulations(6). to Mike Russo ’90, who recently accepted the position of senior vice president of JobSiteCare, a telemedicine company supporting injured workers on job sites. David Finnegan ’91 is currently doing marketing communications for Touchplan, a construction planning & analytical software company in Boston. David has been living in Mansfield, MA for the past 15 years with his wife Kelli and his sons Connor (16) & Henry (13). This past year, David completed his seventh 100-mile bike ride from Boston to Newport, RI in support of his son Henry who has Autism, is deaf, and has epilepsy. The ride supports his school, Crossroads Continuum. Other than that, he has been skiing in the winter and playing golf/tennis in the summer, and college tours will be beginning this summer. of 33 years, Kimberley, works at St. Michael’s School in North Andover.

to Serge Georges ’88 on earning an honorary degree from his alma mater Suffolk University, as a Doctor of Law. Kudos CongratulationsSerge!

Robert O’Brien ’86 was recently elected town meeting member for Precinct 8 in Milton, MA. Lt. Col. John Griffin ’87, USMC (ret.) is currently an assistant field hockey coach who focuses on goalkeeper development at Division II Assump tion University. This past season the Greyhounds went to the Final Four. His goalkeeper earned NFHCA – East Player of the Year, Goalkeeper of the

Gregory LoGerfo ’91 is a career U.S. Diplomat with the Department of State and is presently the number two leader at our embassy in Iraq. In December, he was recognized with the James A. Baker Award for Outstanding Deputy Chief of Mission for his work in Tunis, where he was stationed through much of the pandemic. Greg has truly distin guished himself in the diplomatic corps over the years with postings mainly in the Middle East. He is regarded as an expert in the region and has repeatedly been called upon to serve our nation in some of the most difficult assignments in his field, including Iraq on previous postings. AMDG Greg, and Go Eagles!

— Thanks for the wonderful memories from all of the 1981 BC High basketball team. Go Eagles!

After a lifetime on the East Coast, Matthew Tosiello ’94 and his husband have recently moved to Royal Oak, Michigan, just 2 miles north of Detroit. Enjoying all the benefits of Great Lakes life while working at home as a senior consultant for Digital Prism Advisors. The son of Matt Boyce ’96, Caeden, rang the Cancer Bell in December to say “peace out to chemo” at the Children’s Hospital of Chicago. Members of the BC High Advance ment Team met with Matt when we were in Chicago this past October for an alumni outing. Congratulations, Caeden. Wear those BC High socks with pride!

Ryan Bersani ’02 celebrated his wedding to Tracy Glazier last fall in Ludlow, Vermont. In attendance were Ian Kelly ’02, Brian Lee ’02, Steven McGloin ’02, David Ring ’02, and friend of the bride BrianSchmiemannNicholas’07.Lee’02was on campus last school year to celebrate with senior members of the BC High Asian American Pacific Islander Collective. This fall, Yvener Petit ’04 joined Live Nation as a director of strategic initiatives and operations. In his role, he partners with key stakeholders across concert, Ticketmaster, and media & sponsorship divisions to outline and implement key company strategies. In addition, Yvener has recently been elected to serve as an executive committee & board member of Communities in Schools of Los Angeles (CISLA) - a non-prof it that focuses on providing 1:1 case management for nearly 1,000 at-risk LAUSD students, helping them stay in school and achieve in life.

Mariano Ardaya-Beecher ’05 was married this past summer at The Mountain Grand Hotel in New Hampshire. In attendance were fellow classmates Matt Tobin, Sean Burke, Jim Mignosa and Nick Malvesti, all Class of 2005! Congrats to Ryan McLaughlin ’05 on the birth of his son Sam! 7 2000s • • • Br. Paul Murray ’00 was admitted to the novitiate of the York Oratory (England) and clothed in the habit of St. Philip Neri on March 16, 2022. The Oratorians were founded in the sixteenth century and the founder, St. Philip, was a contemporary of St. Ignatius Loyola. Both saints were canonized on March 12, 1622. Congratulations Paul! Nicholas Puleo ’01 launched Comsint, a full-service public relations and marketing consultancy focused on helping executives navigate today’s challenging media and cultural environments.

Matthew Foley ’97, OFM was recently announced as the next president of St. Francis High School outside of Buffalo. Congratulations Fr. Matt, Go Eagles! Baseball teammates from the Class of 1999 Catholic Conference Championship team Bill Fitzgerald ’99 and Jason Delaney ’01 coach their sons Keegan and Currie with the South Shore Baseball Club in Hingham. Both Bill and Jason played for the Seadogs before becoming Eagles. Brian Matthews ’99 and Jennifer were blessed with a baby boy, Eric Zachary Matthews, on August 13, 2021. He is truly loved by his big siblings, Emily, Brooke, Charles and Juliet.

Thomas Cotter ’06 Recently left PROJECT HOPE to continue his humanitarian work as the executive director at Healthcare Ready, a communitiesresiliencyenhancetosupplyandment,withrelationshipsuniquethatorganizationgovernmentalnon-leveragesgovernnonprofitmedicalchainsbuildandtheof before, after and during disasters. Congratulations to Patrick Flynn ’07 on the birth of his son PJ (Patrick John), a future Eagle in the Class of 2040! Go Eagles! Jake O’Brien ’08 rocking his BC High gear in Europe as a professional basketball player.

25 Brian Gundersen ’97 special agent with the U.S. Department of State Diplomatic Security Service (DSS) visited BC High to speak with students interested in a career in the law enforcement and security for our government. Thanks for sharing your story Brian and welcome home!

While at Tufts, he worked on Lyme Disease pathogenesis with a concentration on developing new vaccine targets. His thesis was titled "Understanding the genetic requirements for Borrelia burgdorferi survival in its tick host." Congrats, James!

The City of Quincy had a General’s Bridge and Park Dedication for seven Quincy natives with distinctive military careers, including Gen. Joseph Dunford ’73, USMC, and Gen. Charles Sweeney, USAF. This photo is of Gen. Dunford with Sgt. Matthew Howe ’09, USMC. Matt is also Gen. Sweeney’s grandson. Matt recently returned from a year-long deployment overseas and received the NCO of the Year Award from the 1st Battalion, 25th Marine Regiment in Devens, MA. Matt’s father Brian Howe ’63, grandfather, and uncles are all proud BC High grads. Kyle Merrigan ’09 recently joined his father and uncle at the law firm of Merrigan & Merrigan in Braintree, MA. Kyle’s grandfather, Frank Merrigan ’52, started the firm in 1975. Kyle received his law degree from Suffolk University Cum Laude in 2018 and worked as an attorney at Weil, Gotshal & Manges LLP before joining the family practice. Kyle’s legal practice includes: preparing individual income tax returns, estate planning, residential real estate, elder law and probate administration — BC High alumni are encouraged to connect with Kyle.

Riley Odams ’12 just started at BC Law School and will graduate in 2024!

Matt BeDugnis ’13 was married to Eliza McDonald (FBA ’13) on December 30 at Boston College with a large BC High presence. After four and a half years working at BC High, Matt has moved out to Chicago, where Eliza is in medical school at Loyola University Chicago. After the wedding, Matt and Eliza have taken the last name McDermott in honor of his late mother. L-R: Kevin Gens ’13, Pat Carroll ’13, Joe Barrett ’13, Mrs. Beth Killorin, Matt and Eliza McDermott, Jackson Bockhurst ’13, Louie Titus ’13, Matt Savage ’13, Mrs. Colleen Carter, David BeDugnis ’06.

Keegan Hayes ’12 married Lauren (Joyal) Hayes over the summer of 2021 and had two familiar groomsmen in their wedding from the Class of 2012. From L to R, Adam Conway ’12, Keegan Hayes ’12, and Jameson McShea ’12. Zachary Martin ’12 recently completed his MBA at Boston College and currently works as an associate at Bain Capital.

J. Andrew Morgan ’10 is currently living in Williamsburg, VA where he is completing his MBA degree from the College of William & Mary. After graduating in May, he will be heading back to New York City to work at JP Morgan Chase & Co. in the Consumer & Community Banking division. He admits that this was not part of his original plan since obtaining his law degree from UConn in 2020. However, the pandemic has afforded him the opportunity to expand his educa tion/skillsets and explore different professional avenues. He is excited for this new journey and looks forward to connecting with BC High classmates in the near future!

Terence Durkin ’11 and his wife (Kerry Durkin née McCabe — Notre Dame ’11) welcomed their third child, Mary, in November 2021. In September, Terence became assistant general counsel for the Archdio cese of Boston. Congrats Terence! Ryan Fahey ’11 graduated medical school from New York Medical College on May 24th and was promoted to Captain in the U.S. Army at West Point Academy.

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The Bulfinch Group is pleased to announce that The National Association of Insurance and Financial Advisors – Massa chusetts (NAIFA MA) has recog nized BC High alumnus Jonathan Pierre ’11 of The Bulfinch Group, as one of the four top Young Financial Professionals in Massa chusetts under the age of forty. Congrats, Jonathan!

AJ Okereke ’10 was the keynote speaker at the 24th Annual Africa BusinessthroughwhichConferenceBusinessinMarchissponsoredtheHarvardClub. James Phelan ’10 graduated in February with his Ph.D. in Molecular and BiomedicalGraduatefromMicrobiologyTuftsUniversitySchoolofSciences.

Christopher Donovan ’12 and Abigail Hollander were married on September 21, 2019 at Bourne Farm in Falmouth, MA. Chris and Abby met during their time together at Union College in Schenectady, NY. Alumni in attendance included: Thomas ’TJ’ McNulty ’12 (best man), Michael Oteri ’12, and Patrick Walsh ’12. 7 2010s • • • David Campo ’10, nephew of longtime faculty member Mary Farrell was ordained by Cardinal Sean O’Malley at the Cathedral of the Holy Cross on Saturday, May 22, 2021. AMDG, Fr. Campo!

Congratulations to Richard Roach ’12 who married Nicole Appet on November 6, 2021. The Class of 2012 certainly had a strong showing!

Edward O’Neill ’12 married Samantha Bowman on June 19, 2021 at St. Paul’s Church in Cambridge, MA. Pictured L to R: Peter Bowman ’06, Christopher Bowman ’02, James Bowman ’00, Robert Bowman ’04, Ryan Nunes ’12, James Golden ’12, Pat Loughran ’12, Tom McTigue ’12, Jackson Smith ’12 and Jack Rowland ’12. Out of frame: Bernie Loughran ’78. John Puma ’12 married Kathleen O’Malley on December 18, 2021 at Saint Peter Catholic Church in Richmond, VA surrounded by friends, family, BC High alumni, and five groomsmen from the class of 2012.

Fordham track & field coach Brian Horowitz announced earlier this year the addition of Andrew Byrne ’16 to the Rams’ coaching staff as an assistant coach. Byrne was a two-year captain at Fordham, and he was a two-time bronze medalist at the Atlantic 10 Championship in the indoor heptathlon (2019) and outdoor decathlon (2019), a twotime Academic All-Conference selection (2019 – indoor & outdoor), and a four-year member of the Atlantic 10 Commissioner’s Honor Roll. In addition, Byrne was a three-year participant in the Fordham Leadership Academy, that focused on leading by example, relationship building, and verbal leadership strategies. After graduating from Fordham in 2020, Byrne served as a track and cross country coach here on Morrissey Boulevard and interned in our admissions office. Congrats Andrew! After graduating from Boston College last May, George Bailey ’17 moved to the Dallas-Ft.Worth Metroplex to start his career as a 7 27

caught a fish... here is the picture to prove it! Cheers, James! Congratulations to Seamus Matlack ’14, West Point ’18 who took an oath as Captain in the U.S. Army this past April. Thanks for your service, Seamus. AMDG!

Blaine Woodcock ’13 was recently promoted to the rank of Captain in the U.S. Army and was also deployed as part of a medical response team to Couer D’Alene, Idaho for over 3 months assisting with the care of critically ill COVID positive patients in late 2021. James Ditomassi ’14 took a break from the real world this winter and did a fishing trip in Maine on Mooselookmeguntic Lake near Rangeley. In an attempt to get away from civilization and technology he and a friend camped out and ice fished for four days. On day three they finally

Tom interviews legal experts and politicians on important issues and news items. Thanks for sharing Tom, Go Eagles! Tanner Gildea ’15 was recently appointed as a data scientist at the U.S. Department of State. As a newly minted member of federal civil service, he’s exceptionally grateful for the opportunity to join his colleagues in the pursuit of data-informed diplomacy.

On Saturday August 28, 2021, Darvin Sainte-Luce ’14 and Gabriela Meza became Mr. & Mrs. Sainte-Luce. Darvin met Gabriela in 2016 during his second year at Worcester Polytechnic Institute. Friends and family gathered at the Living Word Church in Worcester for the wedding ceremony and the reception followed in Darvin’s hometown of Randolph, MA. Included among Darvin’s grooms men were Aaron Tran ’14, David Nguyen ’14, and Dave Sainte-Luce ’19, Darvin’s best man. Ryan Bernardi ’15 recently coached The Burlington School (Burlington, NC) to their second consecutive 2A State Basketball Championship as their head coach. Ryan will be moving on to be the head coach at Prolific Prep in Napa, CA for the 2022-2023 season. Best of luck Ryan, Go Eagles!

Thomas Blakely ’15 is a law student at Boston College. Last summer he worked as a student attorney at the WilmerHale Legal Services Center of Harvard Law School in the Veterans Clinic and developed arguments in representing the widower of a Marine Corps veteran that is now set to become a precedent setting federal case that if foundwhichpodcast,BCtimethem.abilitysurvivorgovernmentpreviouslysamefavorably,decidedwillallowsexveteransdeniedmilitarybenefitsthetonowobtainInhisspareTomalsohostsLaw’sofficial“JustLaw”hehelpedandcreate.

Nowadays, George is splitting his weekends between Dallas, Boston, and destinations served by American Airlines worldwide.

Andrew Baratta ’17 graduated from American University in May of 2021 with a Bachelors of Arts in Political Science, graduating magna cum laude while completing three internships on Capital Hill. In August of 2021, Andrew was hired as a senate staff assistant and now lives in Washington, D.C. Congrats, CongratulationsAndrew! to Ensign Colin Carroll ’17, USN who was commis sioned an officer in the United States Navy and was selected for active duty as a student naval aviator. His commissioning took place onboard the USS Constitution on the same weekend he graduated from Tufts University. After graduat ing from BC High, Ens. Carroll gave back to the BC High Lacrosse program as a volunteer coach. Rev. Pat Nolan, SJ, performed the invocation and the benediction at the commissioning ceremony on Saturday, May 22, 2021.

alumni NEWS & NOTES 28 financial analyst for American Airlines. Though he’s followed the airline industry closely since before his days on Morrissey Boulevard, he has been learning a lot about what it takes to fund and run a complex operation. It’s also been great contributing directly to the financial planning that’s required to return the company to profitability in 2022. If anyone else lives in the DFW area, needs travel advice, or just wants to catch up, George would be happy to connect.

After graduating from Hamilton College in May of 2021, Declan Hayes ’17 set sail for a year as a member of the Jesuit Volunteer Corps; NW (JVC:NW). He will be in stationed in Portland, OR working in a residential treatment center for adult men transitioning out of prison. Declan’s parents Kathy & Chris ’85 (long-time BCH faculty member and golf coach) met while serving in the Jesuit Volunteer Corps in the late 80’s. Declan plans to drive cross-country with three of his closest BCH friends who will drop him off in Portland after spending seven days on the road.

Trevor Wakefield ’17 seen here as an altar server for a Mass at St. Pius V Church in Providence, began his novitiate with the Dominican Order in July at St. Gertrude’s Parish in Cincinnati, Ohio. This past Spring Will Bowen ’18 was listed as one of the "Top Transfers to Watch" by Inside Lacrosse Magazine. Will graduated from the University of North Carolina Chapel Hill in three years and will use his remaining two years of eligibility to play Division I Lacrosse at George town University while earning an M.S. in Finance.

Timothy Smyth ’18 ran in this year’s Boston Marathon along with his classmate Jack Bracher ’18. Jack currently serves as the student body president at Boston College. Post game action of BC High Rugby alumni who are currently on rosters at Boston College and the College of the Holy Cross ... Sandro Segnatelli ’20, Jude Littell ’20, Cooper Roberts ’18, Jack Vaughan ’18, Jake Mead ’19, Pat Massman ’19, Terence Faherty ’19 and Colin Jones ’19 after the BC vs Holy Cross Rugby match. Special thanks to Terence Faherty ’86 for the picture. Congratulations to Chi Chi Price ’19 for being named a team captain for the Babson College Beavers DIII Lacrosse Program.

Go Eagles! 7 2020s • • • Colman Benson ’20 is a political science major pursuing a Finance/ Banking Certificate. Colman is in Army ROTC (which he does through WPI) and plans to serve in the U.S. Army right after college. He is also a member of the club hockey team at Holy Cross and is also a volunteer at “Working for Worcester”. He currently is roommates with his BC High classmate, Garrett Flynn ’207

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In April 2022, Saint Rock Haiti Foundation (SRHF) presented Brian Concannon ’81 with The Stephen Bresnahan Award. Dr. Stephen Bresnahan was a graduate in the Class of 1974 and both men “learned and lived the lessons which began at BC High.” This award was established after Steve’s death in 2019 to honor his memory and years of dedication and service to the people of Haiti. It is presented annually to an individual (or group) who embodies the same dedication and commitment to ensuring that each individual in Saint Rock and the surrounding communities has the ability to thrive in all aspects of life. Further, the honoree must be passionately committed to the Saint Rock Haiti Foundation’s mission and vision as Dr. Bresnahan.

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Young BC High Alumni were paid a visit by Rev. Pat Nolan, SJ, our Chaplain and Assistant Director of ManagementEnrollment this past year at Boston College.

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Garrett Flynn ’20 is an international studies major and is pursuing a Business Fundamentals Certificate at Holy Cross. He is currently roommates with his BC High classmate, Colman Benson ’20. While at Holy Cross, he volunteers at "Working for Worcester". He will be studying broad in the fall at the University of Granada in Spain which he is very excited for.

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We welcomed Franck Yhomby ’20 back this past spring to work part-time supporting the Jack Shields ’79 Center for Innovation and the Mike White ’70 Center for Emerging Leaders. Franck is currently studying at UMass Boston, working on his degree in Finance, Accounting, and International SyracuseBusiness. and Holy Cross lacrosse teams faced-off this past spring and BC High teammates Carter Rice ’21, Mike Ryan ’21, and Marty Folan ’19 were on the field together.

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’08 — Baseball, Football Andrew Tallman ’10 — Track, Football Class of 2012 Crew Team Richard Gill ’58 — James E. Cotter ’55 Courage Award

BC High’s Veteran’s Alumni Network hosted events in honor of Veterans Day, and Vietnam Veterans Day this school year. The group spearheaded the creation of a Jesuit Veterans Service Award which was given to Billy Petrik ’22. BC High has three members of the Class of 2022 that will be enrolling in ROTC programs this Fall. Please send an email to alumni@bchigh.edu if you are interested in joining our email list and learning more about the group’s mission. Link to more BC High Veteran’s photos on our flickr site! ALUMNI NETWORK: 7

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ASIAN AMERICAN ALUMNI ALLIANCE: VETERAN’S

In the first year of the Asian American Alumni Alliance, trustees Brian Lee ’02 and Fritz Friedman ’68 have led virtual meet ups and networking events to promote BC High’s commitment to fostering institutional diversity and inclusion. Brian and Fritz are pictured here with David Chiu ’87, who is starting his campaign bid for City Attorney of San Francisco. Please reach out to Fritz, Brian, or the Alumni Office for more information.

Following Mass, which was celebrated by Fr. Patrick Nolan, SJ, the class joined for cocktails and dinner on a lovely night overlooking Dorchester Bay. The night was capped off with special recognition of Frank Foley ’72 and Jack McDonough ’72, P’13, ’14, ’16, who received the J. Barry Driscoll ’48 Distinguished Alumni Award for their commitment and service through the years to the class. These events would not have been possible without their support. The following day, members of the class welcomed the Class of 2022 to the brotherhood of alumni.

Reunion A GOLDEN Celebration 50th THE CLASS OF ’ 72

On Friday, May 20, nearly 60 members of the Class of 1972 gathered to cele brate their 50th Reunion from BC High. Classmates and their guests were able to reconnect with old friends whom they have not seen in decades.

Michael Ray ’86

Your generosity to BC High of time, talent, and treasure is remarkable. What inspires you to stay involved, despite living so far away?

I think President Regan, Fr. McFarland, Serge Georges and the core committee have done a remarkable job in developing the strategic plan. I really believe in the goal of making the BC High experience trans formational for every student. The young men BC High serves are at the center of the Strategic Plan. Our focus is on nurturing and developing each student’s head, heart, and hands, so that each of our graduates is a learner, doer and leader throughout his life because of what he experienced at BC High. To me, one of the most exciting components of the Strategic Plan is the House System. I love the vision that says that student formation and pastoral care work hand in hand, complementing each other in the development of our young men.

I believe strongly in our vision of the House System – a community within a community to make sure that every student is seen, heard, recognized, and appreciated. Our emphasis on the care of the whole person offers our young men an environment so supportive of their growth and develop ment. It’s an incredibly exciting addition to BC High. I feel so lucky to be able to endow Pro House. Fr. Miquel Pro, SJ, has long been a pivotal figure in my faith journey. He’s an incredible example of courage and service to his community under the most trying circumstances. I’m really looking for ward to generations of students coming to know and be inspired by Miguel Pro’s story, and to look to him as a model of the virtues we hope to demonstrate in our own lives. What advice do you have for current students or young alumni today?

Cultivate your prayer life as a way to stay close to the risen Christ. Great things happen by staying close to Jesus. Never stop learning – our minds and hearts can never be too full, so great and wondrous is the life that God has created for us. The most difficult times really do yield the most learning, so don’t get discouraged when they arrive. Keep going because you are acquiring hard-won perspec tive, and perhaps if you’re fortunate, wisdom.

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Your gift to endow a Head of House position is an inspiration for others to follow. What inspired you to make this gift?

President Regan has done a remarkable job at making the school feel present to those of us outside of Boston and her vision for the school is tremendously exciting. Further, I view BC High as the foundation on which my professional life and spiritual life have been built. My mind and heart were formed here. My sense of where life could lead expanded at BC High, and my teachers and classmates helped me acquire the skills and curiosity I’ve needed as my life has unfold ed. My relationship and interactions with several Jesuits during my time at BC High – many of whom I still view as role models – helped me to understand the difference between knowing God and knowing about God, with the former being the more important. I’m really interested in helping other young men experience today the kind of transformation that I experienced when I attended BC High almost 40 years ago. What lessons have you taken from your Jesuit, Catholic formation that you carry with you today? We’re at our best when we model Jesus Christ and seek his help and guidance. Following Christ requires humility and an openness to let Him lead, even when we don’t know the destination, or we suspect it might demand a lot from us. Christianity is very much a team sport. We build each other up and draw strength and support from each other as we journey through life toward our hoped for end. We can help bring about Christ’s presence in other peo ple’s lives. Love is a choice to see others as Christ sees them, understand them as Christ understands them, and accompany them as Christ accompanies them. As a Board member, you have been involved in the formation of the Strategic Plan – what stands out to you as a key way to move BC High forward?

15 Learn more at our Open House! Sunday, November 6, 2022 Grades 7-8: 10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. Grades 9-12: 2:00 p.m.-4:00 p.m anEagle! 28 AP Courses 38 Honors Courses 75 Co-CurricularClubs&Activities 5 Centers ExcellenceHumanfor 20 OpportunitiesIgnatianRetreat 12 Houses (A community within a community) 30,000 ServiceCommunityHoursAnnually 69 AthleticTeams 45 Fine Performing& Art Offerings 12+ Believe.EducationGlobalPrograms Belong. Become

Tom Cotter ’06 is no stranger to a crisis. As the director of emergency response and preparedness at Project HOPE and more recently president and executive director at Healthcare Ready, he has over a decade of experience in international disaster response and global health emergencies.

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“At Jesuit schools, we hear a lot about vocations,” said Cotter. “Even as high school students, we’re asked to be seriously reflective. To think about our talents and where we find fulfillment. Like many of my class mates and fellow BC High alumni, I found it serving others.” His journey took him from Morrissey Boulevard to Providence College for a bachelor’s degree in Public and Community Service Studies, then on to the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health for training on the management of health emergencies in large populations and the University of Cotter has responded to major earthquakes in Haiti and Papua New Guinea, Category 5 hurricanes across the Atlantic, cyclones in Africa and the Philippines, the 2015 Avian Flu outbreak, a polio outbreak in Nigeria, and most recently the COVID-19 global pandemic and war in Ukraine. His interest in emergency response came early, at BC High, when Ms. Tonya Winter brought Dr. Paul Farmer, Chair of the Department of Global Health and Social Medicine at Harvard Medical School, to speak with the class. Cotter knew he was called to a career in the field.

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Cotterhumancalnaturalpivotingsupport.mentalincaretoUkrainerefugeesRomaniadeployedCotterintense.recentlytotoaidfleeingandtrainhealthworkersprovidinghealthInfromabiologidisastertoaconflict,seesthe indiscriminate destruction of both. And in them, the interconnected web in which our fragile global society sits. “These tragedies need to serve as a massive wake-up call for all of us,” urged Cotter. “Boldness and thought and action are needed by all countries worldwide. We can't just continue to hit snooze on theCOVID-19alarm.” was the first time, perhaps ever, that the entire world was united in crisis. Few could have expected that we would witness the largest European land conflict since World War II just a few years later. But the lessons of the pandemic are not lost on Cotter, and must not be lost on those of us who lived through such an unprecedented moment. For every instance of selfishness, there were two the Philippines for a field study on the socioeconomic determinants of health. At Boston University, he earned a master’s in Public Health with a focus on complex humanitarian emergency management. Well educated, but not afraid to get his hands dirty, Cotter is most at home when his boots hit the ground – where he can directly reach out to help people. It’s there when his academic training kicks in. The two immediate objectives after a response is launched are to start doing immediate lifesaving activities and then to coordinate with local partners for increased efficiency. When Hurricane Dorian hit the Bahamas in September 2019, that meant closely coordinating with the National Emergency Management Agency and the Ministry of Health. Then and on to the local organiza tions already working to respond quickly and effectively. But in all of the planning, the weight of the emotional toll is not lost.

Cotter remembers flying over the Bahamas, “looking into people’s bedrooms and bathrooms. There were no roofs on the houses. It was really emotional to see. Folks were dazed, just sitting on their porches sifting through rubble.” The impact of natural disasters, victims’ lives laid both literally and figuratively bare, can be overwhelming. Cotter’s toughest deployment was to Haiti in 2010, where a magnitude 7.0 earthquake killed hundreds of thousands and caused unimaginable damage. But for emergency management professionals like him, the only response is action.Cotter was already working with author

BC High was a beacon of that response, whether serving as a staging ground for the distribution of 8,600 gallons of free milk to thousands of families in Boston, or in coming together as a community to support restaurants and small businesses owned by Eagles and their families.

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ities in Wuhan, China when there were only 250 confirmed cases of COVID-19. The initial goal was to slow the spread of the virus, but as the crisis became global, he worked to reverse the supply chain of PPE to countries in North America and Europe. Cotter called countries across the globe, helping each to develop an emergency response plan that included training for their doctors and nurses, especially surrounding mental health resiliency. In total, he has worked with more than 200,000 health care providers around the world in the past two years. More recently, his work has shifted to developing COVID-19 training programs at colleges and universities including Brown University.

“We can’t forget those bright moments,” said Cotter. “And we have to be ready for the next zoological threat. The next armed conflict. But we also have to work toward solving the problems that create these disasters – combating climate change, advancing global economic opportunity, andBCmore.”High has always trained leaders ready to answer the call of their day and age. But with the recently established Jack Shields ’79, P’06 Center for Inno vation and Michael D. White '70 Center for Emerging Leaders joining the rest of the Centers for Human Excellence at BC High, that formation has become even more intentional and expansive. Students currently walking the halls of Morrissey Boulevard will be called upon in the coming years to solve the pressing issues of equity and inclusion, climate change, public health – and challenges yet unfore seen. They will be well-prepared. Until then, Cotter will be ready – his boots touching ground wherever the world needs him most. n

Carlene Johnson, database administrator for Advancement, was a key presenter at bbCon, a technology conference. Further, she was featured in a podcast for her work as well.

On May 23, Director of the Center for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, Ruth Evee P’18, ’22, and Dean of Teaching and Learning, Tom Smith, received their Ed.D. at Boston College.

Seth Kirby, social studies, has not only watched his sons grow from the benefits of a BC High educa tion, but has had the opportunity to coach them as part of the cross-country and track programs.

John Colavincenzo finished in an astounding 2 hours, 53 minutes and 45 seconds and adds another marathon to his list. Congratulations to both men on this amazing accomplishment!

Beth Killorin P’25, English, had her original play, Candles by the Sea, included in the Fr. Mychal Judge Archives at the New York City Fire Museum. The play, based on the life and ministry of Fr. Mychal Judge OFM, FDNY fire chaplain and first confirmed victim of 9/11, debuted on the BPAC stage in the spring of 2019.

On June 4, Elisa Antonuccio, modern languages, participated in the Best Buddies Challenge to support Best Buddies’ programs for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). She surpassed her fundraising goal and 100 miles in one day. Dr. John Sullivan ’86, science, was named Chair of the Weymouth School Committee on January 3, 2022. He’s served on the School Committee since 2016. A system of 12 schools, Weymouth is in the top 15% of school districts in Massa chusetts with respect to student population.

On March 16, Dr. Michael Frost, P’26 English Department, delivered the “general lecture” to students in the perspectives program at Boston College. The title of the lecture, delivered to a packed house at BC’s Robsham theater, was: “Existential ism: Kierkegaard and Nietzsche.”

Sue Glover, manager of people and culture, completed her fourth and fifth marathons this year. In November (photo) she ran the Los Angeles Marathon for the McCourt Foundation, a non-profit in Boston that focuses on ALS, MS, Parkin son’s and Alzheimer’s research. On May 1 she ran the Providence marathon “just for fun!” supporters.”

Myles ’22, who was in the first class of the on campus day care of The Eagles Nest, joins his brother Aidan ’21, as a graduates of BC High.

FACULTY & STAFF news

Rev. Don MacMillan, SJ ’60 cele brated his 50th anniversary of his ordination to the priesthood on May 20, 2022. We are blessed to have Fr. Don and the Jesuit community at BC High. Happy Anniversary, Fr. Don! Jen Shields, religion, was married on August 1, 2021 to Daniel in a lovely ceremony.

Margaret Felice, Arrupe Divisionreligion, published “How to Talk to Teens about Faith, God and Prayer” in Fall 2021. This is her third booklet for Twenty-Third Publications; her next, “Helping Teens with Grief” is due out in late

Congratulations2022.toFr. John Predmore, SJ and Mr. John Colavincenzo on completing the Boston Marathon. Fr. Predmore ran and raised over $40,000 for Boston Healthcare for the Home less. Having never been a runner, Fr. Predmore was compelled to help this wonderful organization and writes “It was an awesome experience. It was like being on a 26.2 mile block party with so many 36 the scenes

Emil Penarubia, Classics, recently had his photo taken with Mayor Wu at a Boston Public School event. Emil serves on the School Site Council of his children’s school, providing parental oversight of all major school decisions including hiring and budget matters.

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A Spiritual Journey In April 2022, President Grace Regan P’12 was joined by Jen Anderson P’16, ’20, asst. director of enrollment, Fr. Pat Nolan, SJ, school chaplain, Joe ’80 and Gayle Corcoran P’12, and fellow Jesuit pilgrims to follow Ignatius’ steps from Bilbao to Barcelona. A high light of their eight-day journey was celebrating Mass in the Con version Chapel — where Ignatius recovered from the cannonball injury in Pamplona. It was a prayerful experience with colleagues from America Magazine Xavier High School, and BC High. Special thank you to Fr. Pat Nolan, SJ and Fr. Matt Malone, SJ for walking, praying, and reflecting with the group from Bilbao, Loyola, Javiar, Aranzazu, Manresa, Monserrat, and Barcelona in this Ignatian Year.

Fr. Patrick Nolan, SJ baptized Nolan and Ailish Maxey on May 7, 2022, in the BC High Chapel. The children are pictured with parents Colin ’02 and Jillian Maxey, Faber Head of House, religion, and godparents. Lizzie Corsetti, math, and her hus band Nick, welcomed their second child, James Donato Corsetti on June 12. James is joined by big sister Anabelle. Pat Travers, Ciszek Head of House, social studies, and his wife Maura, along with big brothers Cullen 5 and Liam 2, welcomed daughter Ciara Kelley Travers to their family on May 13, 2022. Katie McKiernan, King Head of House, math, and her husband, Bren dan, welcomed their third child, James Walter on February 4, 2022. James joins big brother Connor and big sister Cora. Anthony Wright, head athletic trainer, welcomed Declan Anthony on May 4, 2022

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love of students, alumni, and their colleagues. They are much more reluctant to open up about their own experiences, successes, or points of pride… and that’s what makes them so truly special. Fur ther, the second thread is their deep commitment to Jesuit education and the relationships they have formed – with students, colleagues, and alumni. They have passed their gifts and talents onto many students – transforming lives and inspiring the next generation of Ignatian educators. With their departure, a part of the BC High story leaves with them, but what remains, is a legacy of hard work, commitment, and authentic leader ship that will serve all who had the good fortune to know them.

Certainly, they’ve passed along their expertise in athletics, math, leadership, academic excellence, a firm and caring sense of discipline, but more than anything, they have shared their gift of faith – showing through action that a life of service will produce an abundant reward.

And, despite the differences in their responsibilities and roles, there are a few common threads they share. First, and in full disclosure, it was evidenced in writing this piece, is humility. It’s far easier for Jon, Charlie, and Nelson to share their affection and

38 “Go and Do Likewise” A FAREWELL TO FRIENDS NELSON MIRANDA ’92, P’16, ’18 • 15 YEARS OF SERVICE • CHARLIE DRANE, ED.D. • 28 YEARS OF SERVICE • JON BARTLETT ’87 • 30 YEARS OF SERVICE • FACULTY & STAFF news

In the parable of the Good Samaritan, Jesus shares a story about the compassionate, self-sacrificing love of neighbors. He closes the parable with the mission to “go and do likewise.”

For over 30 years, Nelson Miranda ’92, P’16, ’18, Charlie Drane and Jon Bartlett ’87 have lived out this very mission of Jesus, to generations of alumni and students who walked the halls of BC High.

As Director of Diversity, Equity, & Inclu sion, he formed lasting relationships with students of color that view him as a mentor and constant, consistent presence at BC High. More recently, he took on the role of Vice Principal of Students and was the first person of color on the principal’s leadership team. As an alumnus, parent, administrator, and deeply faithful man, he understands distinctly the journey that our students take through BC High and beyond. Having grown up in the City of Boston, he’s aware of the challenges our students face and his presence in their lives has been important. Nelson shared advice for his successor, “take time and observe. Be patient – Do not panic! Stay visible and connected to all matters of student life. You must have a listening presence and keep it real with the students. That is why the position exits –it is all about the students.”

39 Anthony DoCanto ’15, Pro Head of House and social studies, returned to BC High in September 2020 with eager anticipation to lead the way his mentor Nelson Miranda had done for him only a few years earlier. “Nelson truly em bodies what it means to be an Ignatian educator. In all his roles, he took his time to fully understand the context of every student he connected with. He centered, cared for, formed relationships, and became a role model and mentor for a generation of students and alumni, and particularly alumni of color. As a student, Nelson provided me with comfort and a safe space. He was a reliable adult and someone I knew I could count on for ad vice and guidance. He held me to a high standard as he accompanied me in my journey. Now as a teacher at BC High, I try to embody Nelson’s determination, attitude, and care for others. He will truly be missed.” and my peers and served as a sounding board. She always provided honest feed back and put me in a position to succeed.”

elson Miranda ’92, P’16, ’18 returned to his roots on Morrissey Boulevard in July 2008 and spent the last 14 years deeply committed to ensuring that students felt heard and cared for. In his role as Dean of Student Affairs, he was responsible for discipline, but Nelson didn’t see it as simply handing out JUG’s. His approach was far more personal, engaging students, accompanying them on their own journey, and guiding them to make better decisions. He credits his predecessors, Jerry Morelli ’61 and Barbara O’Brien Miller P’91 , with showing him what being a Jesuit educator truly means. “Jerry modeled how to be an adaptive leader. He is authentic, real, and also a friend to this day. He cared about me, my children and supported my sons in every way that mattered. But it wasn’t just me – he cared about all students that same way. And Barbara trusted and believed in me. Barbara had high expectations of me

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Nelson Miranda ’92, P’16, ’18 pictured with Principal Steve Hughes ’73, P’98 and his son, Isaiah, at the 2016 graduation ceremony. (Continued)

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Lastly, Steve Hughes ’73, P’98 – my mentor, taught me what it meant to be a leader. Never one to desire for attention or accolades, just be present and do the work. He reminded me (as a teacher and admin istrator) to always keep the classroom as the focus, everything else is important, but at the end of the day what happens in the classroom is most transformational for the students.”

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Tim Dee ’03, a former student and player, benefitted from Charlie’s gifts, and com mitted to a vocation in Jesuit education himself. He currently serves as the principal at Fairfield Prep. Tim writes, “I think the biggest lesson that Charlie taught me was to be passionate about what you do. I met Charlie when I was a 9th grader and he was my freshman basketball coach. As a coach, he was so focused on details and passionate about the game. As a teacher, he was passionate about math, a subject that I too went on to teach. I think he was most passionate about helping people be better. I experienced this as a student at BC High, and I also experienced this as a first-year teacher at BC High when Charlie was the academic dean. Charlie gave me feedback that year that was valuable to my development as an educator, coach, but most importantly, as a person. Charlie has always been tremendous to me, and I know that BC High will miss him.”

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40 harlie Drane came to BC High after student teaching in the mid 1990’s while at Boston College. Under the careful watch of former math great, Larry Blake, Charlie began his long, storied career as an Ignatian educator. Of his mentors he writes, “Larry Blake taught me how to teach. He got me to think about what it meant to be a teacher and how to interact with the students. Norm Swain ’55 showed me an example of a master teacher and how to care about the discipline of math. He modeled hard work and attention to detail and was genuinely so supportive of me. Mary Farrell – she can do anything and everything: math, programming, piano, Japanese, sailing. And, she’s so remarkably faithful (religiously and to her family).

After Charlie’s time in the math depart ment, he moved on to administration, serving as academic dean, academic vice principal, and ultimately leaves BC High as the vice president for enrollment manage ment – a role he flourished in as he helped change course on the declining enrollments over the last decade. In his care, enrollment has returned to a very healthy place because he and the team put a significant effort on personalization and sharing the BC High story. Of his tenure and departure, Charlie shared, “there is nowhere else that I wanted to work … which is why I am not going to another “place,” but doing something differ ent. I cannot see myself anywhere else.” BC High is a better institution because Charlie Drane gave his gifts each and every day.

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41 on Bartlett’s name is synonymous with BC High Athletics. You’d be hard-pressed to find an alumnus in the last four decades that did not credit Jon Bartlett for some piece of their formation – as a classmate, coach, dean, or faithful servant. Coaches, athletic directors, players – rivals and fans – recognize what we have always known at BC High about Jon Bartlett – and that is, he’s humble, kind, and faith filled and leads with a confidence that inspires all those around him. Quite simply, he took the reins of a successful athletic program more than twenty years ago and made it one of the most recognizable, accomplished programs in the country. But, its not just about wins and losses for Jon, though he has many accolades bearing his name –it’s the people that mean the most. “The people. The relationships. The students at BC High are such great kids. The faculty and coaching staff are in the trenches every day with our students. They model the ‘Man for Others’ mantra on a daily basis. The alumni, my former students, former players, and the guys I went to school with here, all had a major impact on me, and I want to thank them for their friendship and support. These connections have made every minute worthwhile.”

Tom Conley ’08 stepped into the ath letic director role on July 1 and knows he has his mentor to thank every step of the way. Conley writes, “If you have ever stood with Jon at a BC High game at the stadium, it’s clear to see the impact he has had on generations of BC High student-athletes and families. There are always former classmates, former players, students, and parents that come up to Jon excited to see him. That really says it all and speaks volumes to the type of man and leader Jon is. To most, and especially young alumni, “Mr. Bartlett” IS BC High Athletics. That’s not simply because of the number of years he spent here, but because he is a good and decent“Whenman.”Ithink of Jon, I always think of a speech from college baseball coach John Scolinos at the 1996 American Baseball Coaches Association convention. He said, “Coaches, keep your players — no matter how good they are — your own children, and most of all, keep yourself at seventeen inches.” The 17 inches he was referring to is the size of a baseball home plate and how if you give an inch and start bending the rules for some, then you have no standards. Any one who knows Jon knows he always holds himself, and all those at BC High to the highest standard and it is reflected in all his successes. He has earned respect because he is a consummate professional and worked hard to get to know the student-athletes as young men and wanted them to grow and flourish in all areas of their BC High expe rience. It’s more than wins and losses for Jon, but because of his focus on the overall formation of student-athletes, the wins certainly followed him.”

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Jon leaves behind a program that has grown significantly in the number of teams and students who are able to participate. He’s engaged middle school athletes that have grown into Division I players, and inspired a generation of student-athletes to be coaches, athletic directors, and teachers.

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Left: Jon coaching at the 2008 Superbowl. Below: With former Varsity Hockey Coach and Assistant Athletic Director, Joe McCabe.

In March 2022, President Grace Regan P’12 shared the following: Fr. Patrick Nolan, SJ will be leaving BC High at the end of the school year. Pat has been missioned by the Provincial to tertianship (his last stage of Jesuit formation) in South Africa effective September During2022. my first full, official week at BC High in 2018, I met with Pat who had just been missioned by the Provincial to BC High. I am so grateful to Pat for being open to growth during his tenure here serv ing in a variety of roles. He taught religion in Arrupe, while serving as chaplain for our athletics program. He served as vocation promoter for the USA East Province. And, in 2019, Pat moved into the enrollment office and worked successfully to strengthen relationships with our Catholic feeder schools. Pat has also coached in the lacrosse program as a volunteer varsity assistant, a freshman assistant, and now a JV assistant coach. He has shared our mission with our athletic teams through his presence at games and competitions, as well as team retreats and team Masses. He’s also worked with campus ministry to invite our co-curricular clubs into Loyola Chapel for Masses.

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Pat has been a special member of our community and we want to take the time to thank him for his vocation and impact on BC High. I know that I am sad, but I take comfort in knowing that as Pat heads off to his next stage of Jesuit formation he will hold us in his heart, and he’ll always be welcome back to Morrissey Boulevard.”

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Pat’s commitment to Sacramental Life has been profound. Named School chaplain in 2021, he serves on the Liturgy Committee, oversees the Journey with Ignatius Program with Jen Manning, has invited countless “Celebrities” to pray the Rosary, has been available for Rec onciliation with his fellow Jesuits on Wednesdays after school, and works with Nick Kline, math, and assistant varsity lacrosse coach, and the CROSS2wolves club to offer monthly First Friday eucharistic adoration and fellowship for the students, faculty, and staff. Perhaps more than just the programming he’s brought to BC High is the way in which he has connected with so many of our students — a depth that allows them to understand themselves and God in the context of their everyday lives. We thank Pat for his homilies, prayers, and attention to our fam ilies who have experienced illness and loss. A sincere thank you to Pat and his brother Jesuits for their commitment to providing spiritual communion and the livestream Masses during the pandemic.

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Robert E. McLaughlin M.D. ’53 James T. McNeil DDS ’43

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The Rev. Edward L. Gallagher Jr. ’45 Mr. Gerald B. Gallagher ’52 Mr. Philip R. Gallagher Jr. ’71 Mrs. Patricia A. Gaudet Mr. David P. Geggis ’53 Mr. Thomas J. Glennon ’82 Mr. Philip D. Godfrey Mr. Richard J. Golden ’88 Mr. Richard A. Goode III ’77 Mr. James P. Gormley ’57 Mr. Robert J. Graf ’52 Mrs. Ellen B. Gray Sr. Mary Louise Graziano, SNDdeN Dennis M. Griffin M.D.’63 Mr. Robert E. Griffin ’67 Mrs. Louise M. Grueter Mr. Robert J. Harrington ’54 Mr. David A. Hession ’62 Mr. James L. Hickey ’53 Mr. Robert J. Hope ’50 Mr. William J. Horne ’38 Mr. Bradford K. Hurd ’81 Mr. Charles E. Hurd Sr. Edward A. Hutchinson M.D. ’56 Thomas P. Johnson Ed.D. ’52 Mr. Michael P. Joyce Mrs. Andrea M. Kane Mr. William J. Kates ’41 Mr. Kevin A. Kelliher ’57 Dr. Leo T. Kelly ’50 Mr. William M. Kenerson ’71 Mr. Barry R. Kiley Mr. Walter H. Kirby ’62 Mr. Paul L. Laffey ’64 Mr. Richard M. Lane ’99 Mr. Edward J. Lee ’50 Joseph A. S. Lena Esq. ’51 Mr. John L. Lutz Jr. ’72 Mrs. Elizabeth K. MacLeod Mrs. Margaret MacPhail Edward J. “Jack” Maher Mrs. Mary Jane Mahoney Mr. John A. Maiona Mr. John J. Malone ’49 Mr. John M. “Sean” Mannion Dr. Paul F. Masterson ’62 Mr. William F. Maye ’58 Mr. Paul L. McCann ’58 Francis X. McCarthy Mr. John J. McCarthy Michael A. McCarthy Ph.D. ’65

Mr. Peter M. Alberico Mrs. Mary L. Alberts

The Rev. Charles J. Dunn S.J. ’42 Mr. John J. Fahey Jr. ’47 Mr. Kevin P. Farren ’03 Mr. John A. Feloney III Mr. Robert E. Field

Joseph P. McParland Esq. ’53 Mr. Albert J. Miller ’50 Dr. Albert M. Mitchell DO ’72 Mr. John G. Molloy III ’80 Mr. Robert E. Moore ’51 Mr. Joseph A. Moran Jr. Mrs. Marianne Morelli Mr. Edward T. Muldoon Mrs. Patricia M. Murphy

Mr. Robert G. O’Keefe ’63 Joseph M. O’Neil Esq. ’49 Mr. Brian E. Owens ’89 Mr. Michael V. Pinelli ’46 Mr. William M. Pineo ’85 Mr. Ernest J. Powers ’51 Anatoliy Berezyuk ’21

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Mr. John F. Costa ’49 Mrs. Catherine P. Costello Mr. William F. Cotter ’72 Mrs. Jeanne F. Cronin Mr. Patrick J. Crossen ’76 Mr. Robert L. Cunningham ’43 Mrs. Joan Curran Mrs. Mary “Paula” Curran Mr. Henry J. Danilecki Mrs. Denis M. DeBassio Mrs. Kathaleen A. DeRoeve Mr. Paul A. DiMaggio ’76 Mr. Michael J. DiMarino ’57 Mr. Michael D. DiModica ’53 Mr. Joseph M. Dolan ’51 Mr. Joseph L. Donovan ’49 Dr. Paul R. Duffly ’62 Mr. Edward J. Duffy

On December 8, 2021, Anatoliy Berezyuk passed away after a courageous battle. He was diagnosed with an aggressive form of brain cancer following his senior soccer season in Fall 2020 and began a year-long battle. Throughout his fight, the BC High community was by his side, organizing fundraisers, offering spiritual and moral support, and providing whatever needs he or his family had. He was a loving friend, quiet leader, and proud alumnus of BC High. Many of his classmates shared that watching him walk at graduation in May 2021 was simply remarkable. Anatoliy is missed by the BC High community and will live on in our hearts.

Ms. Dara Predmore Mr. James J. Puzinas ’78 Mr. John D. Quinlan ’85 Mr. Val Ryan D. Rafanan ’17 Mr. Kevin E. Reid ’62 Mr. James F. Reynolds Jr.’46 Mr. Albert R. Rivet Mr. Charles M. Rogers ’41 Mr. Simon Rozenberg Dr. Tamara Khoury Saba Mr. John J. Shea ’70 Mr. John V. Shea ’61 Mrs. Mary Elizabeth Skinner

Mr. Edward M. Smith ’39 Mrs. Virginia Stanton Mr. Frank M. Stapleton ’49 Mr. Richard O. Stevens

The Rev. Stephen M. Boyle ’83 Mr. Thomas M. Brennan ’51 Mr. Charles E. Brussard ’55 Mr. D. Timothy Buckley ’55 Mr. John T. Canane ’47 Mr. Richard F. Carino ’53 Mr. Patrick J. Carolan ’16 Mr. John J. Carroll ’51 Mr. Paul J. Carty Sr. Mrs. Mary M. Carven Mr. James M. Cashman ’49 Mr. John J. Cashman ’67 Mr. Mario Catinella Mr. Donald J. Ceppi ’63 Mrs. Mary J. Clasby

Paul J. Coleman M.D. ’46 Mrs. Norma L. Conley Mr. Barry J. Connelly ’57 Matthew T. Connolly Esq. ’56 Mrs. Virginia Mary “Gini“ Connerty

Paul A. Murray Ph.D. ’66 Mr. Edward F. Nealon ’46 Dominic J. Nompleggi M.D. ’68 Mrs. Arlene M. Curran O’Brien

Lt. Col. Theodore J. Suchecki USAF ’60 Dr. Edward A. Sullivan Jr. ’52 Mr. Richard J. Sullivan ’61 Ms. Tuyet Tran Ms. Theresa Trapilo Mr. Richard J. Treseler ’80 Mr. Donald J. Troy ’54 Mr. John J. Vozzella ’51 The Rev. Walter J. Waldron ’57 Mr. Kevin M. Walsh ’77 Mr. Bill C. Wattendorf ’85 Mrs. Catherine M. “Kay” White Mr. Ryan B. Woodgate ’91

The Rev. James A. Woods S.J. ’48 Mr. John “Jack” Young

Atty. Daniel J. O’Connor ’52 Mr. William J. O’Connor ’58 Mr. David F. O’Donnell

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Paul J. Andrews ’55 Mr. Jonathan N. Bakis ’06 Mr. Edward J. Bene ’63 Mr. Anatoliy O. Berezyuk ’21 Mr. David J. Black ’72 Mr. Stanley A. Bowker ’64

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Each issue we feature pieces from our talented students’ inspired artworks. his year, the senior class made gifts to support a remarkable project which honored their time at BC High. Local Boston artist, Jordan Barros, was at BC High over the span of several weeks to meet with students and gain insight as to what it means to be a BC High student. After meeting with student groups such as BLSU and Diversity Cabinet, Jordan was amazed by their youthful and creative energy. Jordan and a group of students worked together two to three times a week in our Cadigan Hall art studio to create the three murals. The three panels uniquely represent BC High’s interconnectedness between its Jesuit, Catholic and urban identity as well as its commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. Many thanks to all those who were on the senior class gift committee and to the seniors and parents who gave generous donations for the project.

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