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Behind the Scenes
by BC High
Seth Kirby, social studies, has not only watched his sons grow from the benefits of a BC High education, but has had the opportunity to coach them as part of the cross-country and track programs. 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.
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, Parkinson’s and Alzheimer’s research. On May 1 she ran the Providence marathon “just for fun!” supporters.” 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!
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: “Existentialism: Kierkegaard and Nietzsche.”
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 Massachusetts with respect to student population.
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.
Margaret Felice, Arrupe Division - religion, 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 2022.
Congratulations to Fr. 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 Homeless. 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 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.
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.
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.
Rev. Don MacMillan, SJ ’60 celebrated 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.
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 highlight of their eight-day journey was celebrating Mass in the Conversion 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.
WELCOME TO OUR NEWEST eaglets!
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. Katie McKiernan, King Head of House, math, and her husband, Brendan, welcomed their third child, James Walter on February 4, 2022. James joins big brother Connor and big sister Cora. 7
Lizzie Corsetti, math, and her husband Nick, welcomed their second child, James Donato Corsetti on June 12. James is joined by big sister Anabelle. Anthony Wright, head athletic trainer, welcomed Declan Anthony on May 4, 2022
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.
