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Bosco Tech Tigers, the 2022-2023 CIF Southern Section Division 5AA Champions.
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Read all about the great things that happened on campus during the 20222023 academic year.
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ANNUAL EVENTS
OUR STORIES
Enhancement 06 Improvement 08 Alumni 10 Governance 12
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ACHIEVEMENTS
Awards, Honors and Fun 28
LEADERSHIP MESSAGE
Growing from Strength to Strength 04
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Honor Roll 14 Mission & Vision 18 Financials 19 Faith 20 Ways to Give 22
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From campus renovations, new board appointments, and a fresh emphasis on professional development, to enhanced admissions practices, the school truly is on a deliberate trajectory of growth, with a bright future ahead.
They go from strength to strength; each one appears before God in Zion. – Psalm 84:7
Caption at right: "We are truly grateful because you continue to make the Tech strong."
GROWING FROM STRENGTH TO STRENGTH As we shared in the Spring Report, the Tech is strong and getting even stronger! It’s been a year of tremendous progress and accomplishment that contribute to the fulfillment of our mission—providing the best educational environment for young people, as Cardinal McIntyre envisioned so many years ago. ¶ From campus renovations, new board appointments and a fresh emphasis on professional development, to enhanced admissions practices, the school truly is on a deliberate trajectory of growth, with a bright future ahead. ¶ And, as the school builds momentum and moves from ‘strength to strength,’ it’s reflective of the context of Psalm 84:7, the scripture from which that term originates. Just as the ancient Israelites found a new awareness of God's grace and an affirmation of their purpose as they sought Him and forged ahead, so Tech leadership is discovering profundity and resources as careful planning and measured advancements are made. ¶ Borrowing from our old Tech physics lessons, momentum can be simply defined as the strength or force gained by motion or by a series of events. We trust that in the following pages, you will gain a sense of the strength and of all that’s progressing at Bosco Tech, due in no small part to the invaluable support we receive from our alumni, friends, donors, faculty and staff, and parents, both past and current. We are truly grateful because you continue to make the Tech strong! – Memo Gutierrez (Automotive ’83) President – John Krakowski (Drafting ’72) Chair, Board of Trustees
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In any independent school, enrollment management and the admissions process are the essential elements of growth.
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Expanding admissions outreach
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Caption at right: Tom Hogan and Diana Kelly meet with incoming freshman Max Betancourt and his parents, Cesar and Julia Betancourt. Max is a recent graduate of Monterey Park's St. Thomas Aquinas School.
WIDENING OUR REACH In the past 18 months, the Tech’s Admissions staffing and systems have judiciously expanded. In the ‘21-‘22 academic year, the school welcomed Tom Hogan as Director of Admissions, Diana Kelly as Associate Director of Admissions, and Samantha Tsai as Admission Coordinator. Working alongside Director of Tuition Assistance John Garcia, the team’s increased resources have allowed them to refine the onboarding process and focus on a holistic family approach to admissions and retention, while broaching new audiences. ¶ “We’re widening our reach and, by that, we mean transitioning the Tech from what’s essentially the best kept educational secret in some parts of L.A. to a wellknown entity throughout the area,” said Tom Hogan. “By increasing staffing, we’ve been able to double the number of school visits and identify areas we’ll visit in the future. Also, we’ve refined the application process while increasing communication with prospective families through every stage of the admissions ‘funnel.’” Efforts have resulted in the number of applications for the upcoming school year doubling those of 2022. ¶ “An enhanced ability to tell our story to a wider audience is the primary key to broadening our applicant base,” Tom continued. “We understand the vital role Admissions plays in shaping the composition, diversity, and collective success of our student body. Not only do we seek students who have a genuine interest in technology and science, but who will
thrive in an environment based on Don Bosco’s oratory model.” ¶ “From the first interaction, we want prospective families to have a clear understanding of today’s Tech and where we’re headed in future. And I say ‘families’ because this is not just about admitting a student, but forming a relationship with the family. The opportunity to interact with students and their families face-to-face is crucial, and having applicants actually experience the Tech for themselves is key in their decision making. And while we often hear comments that our programs are amazing, what is of greater importance to families is that our young guests immediately feel at home.” ¶ Because such a heavy emphasis is placed on parental involvement in the admissions process, an atmosphere that is welcoming to the family is essential. A complete renovation of the school’s administrative lobby and meeting room in fall 2022 reflect a comfortable, contemporary look. ¶ “In the design stages, it was ascertained that the updated gathering area should be spacious enough to comfortably interact with several members of the family,” Tom explained. “From admissions to graduation to the transition to higher education, a successful process requires that school and family consistently work in concert. Studies show that stronger school-home partnerships are beneficial in many ways and, ultimately, greatly improve student outcomes. That’s always what we’re all about."
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It has been said that when a well-maintained machine runs smoothly, it is often taken for granted, and because it is working efficiently and flawlessly, it can easily be overlooked.
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Caption at right: Facilities Manager James Iaconis has been keeping the Tech running smoothly for 35 years.
The seemingly effortless functioning of the Tech’s infrastructure and learning environment has been entrusted to the capable hands of Facilities Manager James Iaconis for the past 35 years. And now, with plans for further refinement of the existing physical plant and future expansion, the need for careful assessment and clear foresight has never been more crucial. ¶ “The Tech has important things to accomplish in the next few years,” said James. “In maintaining and advancing our physical plant, our goal is to continually provide tech-forward enhancements and optimal learning experiences for students. Our maintenance team understands that providing the best possible environment enables teachers to most effectively engage students.” ¶ James, whose son Giovanni graduated from the Tech’s Media Arts & Technology program in 2018, has seen many changes over the decades and knows the campus better than anyone. He remembers the days when the Drafting & Design program was located under Tech Hall and filled with drafting tables and T-squares, and the football field was still the ‘desert,’ undeveloped acreage behind the technology
buildings. ¶ Prior to his 1988 arrival on campus, James worked for several years in the construction industry, where he apprenticed as a plumber. This followed service in the U.S. Army in both active duty and the reserves, where he achieved the rank of sergeant. ¶ The most fulfilling part of his work at the Tech, James explained, has always been about ensuring the campus is running optimally for students. “It’s the reward of seeing everything ready for them so they can come on campus,attend classes, and go about their day with no issues,” he said. “I believe if you have a smoothly running, well-equipped and orderly campus, you feel safe and you feel even better about going to school.” ¶ “We all recognize the Tech is an incubator for innovation. So, it’s both challenging and exciting from the perspective of both day-to-day operations and in methodical preparation for the future. We have to continually explore emerging technologies and anticipate what will best serve students down the road.” ¶ “We’re all working as a team, toward the same goal, to create the best environment for these young men, in every way possible.”
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Statistically, graduates who complete internships are more likely to be gainfully employed and earn more than students who do not intern. Studies report that between 58 and 70 percent of internships convert to full-time jobs.
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“As a Tech alum who was mentored, myself, paying it forward to current students and new grads is a natural step in giving others an opportunity.”
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Caption at right: Luis Cervantes (BT ‘97), Project Manager of the Griffith Company, with 2023 interns Diego Munoz (IDEA ’23), Nathan Felix (ACE ’22), and Santiago Vargas (ACE ’23) at Griffith’s Diamond Bar Golf Course project.
BUILDING OPPORTUNITIES Professional internships complement technology lab work and instructional lectures. The invaluable practicums provide a rare opportunity for Tech students to apply their growing knowledge and work under the mentorship of scientists, doctors, project managers, and engineers. ¶ In the past ten years, more than 200 Bosco Tech students have interned at such organizations as The Boeing Company, Kaiser Permanente and NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory. In many cases, alumni working at the companies have been instrumental in providing the vital experiences. ¶ Prior to embarking on the internships, juniors complete six months of training in workplace etiquette, networking, resume writing and interviewing. After obtaining and completing internships, the students return to campus in the fall with a new insight into their future university majors and career plans and class credit, after submitting a detailed report. ¶ Frequently, interns like Nathan Felix (ACE ’22) are invited to continue the working relationship. While beginning studies in Urban Planning and Structural Engineering at UC San Diego, Nathan was invited to return to the Griffith Company this past summer. ¶ Offered the opportunity by Tech alumnus and Griffith Project Manager Luis Cervantes (BT ’97), Nathan is both appreciative and enthusiastic. “I’m excited and grateful to be invited back to intern again,”
he said. “The Griffith Company has provided me with the opportunity to express my creativity, aligning with my aspirations of becoming an engineer. What I enjoyed most about it was being able to see all aspects of heavy civil engineering.” said Nathan, who worked primarily on the Diamond Bar Golf Course renovation. “I witnessed the process, starting with bidding to actual construction, to seeing how the project manager works with city and county teams. From a field perspective, I saw how the superintendent manages the foremen, lead men, surveyors, operators and subcontractors.” ¶ This summer, Nathan is joined at the Breabased construction giant by recent Tech graduates Diego Munoz (IDEA ’23) and Santiago Vargas (ACE ’23) before they head to their respective universities, CSU Los Angeles and Fullerton in the fall. ¶ “Internships teach young people so many things,” said Luis. “Not only do they gain experience in their future field, but they learn invaluable skills like time and project management. At Griffith, we make sure the interns experience everything we do, from sending them to job sites to meeting with subcontractors, so they have a wellrounded, practical education.” ¶ “As a Tech alum who was mentored myself, paying it forward to current students and new grads is a natural step in giving others an opportunity.”
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While defining school spirit seems simple, studies have shown that strong school spirit is essential not just for students and their teams, but for teachers and staff too. A positive sense of spirit fosters a motivating environment and a shared sense of purpose.
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Caption at right: Head Cheer Coach and Choreographer Michele Casanova has invested 25 years in building up the Tech community.
CHEERING ON THE WHOLE TEAM In addition to creating an atmosphere of belonging, collaboration and pride, spirit can promote an increased commitment to a school’s mission and ongoing advancement. Those schools with dynamic spirit are more likely to invest in resources, training and professional development for their instructors, in turn, enhancing their motivation by providing them with the tools and support to succeed. ¶ Leading the charge of cheering on the entire Tech community is Head Cheer Coach and Choreographer Michele Casanova. Michele sees her role as much as a cheerleader for the faculty and staff as she does a coach and advisor for the Tiger Cheer Team. She feels driven to coach each member of her team over the years to be the best they can be, individually as well as collectively. In her 36-year career in training competitive teams, 25 of those years with the Tigers, she says the Tech has the best people she’s worked with and always wants them to feel appreciated. ¶ “The Tech has always felt like a family where people support each other,” she explained. “With anything that you put your heart into, being appreciated
for it makes you want to do more or do even better.” Most rewarding, said Michele, is when former cheer team members come back to share what they’re now doing and to encourage the current squad to apply themselves and stay focused. Returning cheerleaders have shared their progress in medical school, law practices, nursing and teaching, among others. ¶ In addition to rigorous training for competition and attendance at all Tech events and games, Michele ensures that the cheer team commits to community service, like beach clean-up days, food drives, Breast Cancer Awareness fundraisers, and annual campus activities like Teacher Appreciation Week. ¶ “Representing something bigger shows the squad that it’s not just about them,” said Michele, who is a full-time behavioral specialist with the South Whittier School District. “Everyone at the Tech is so appreciative of what the squad contributes that it helps the girls. And it’s reciprocal. As excited as the girls are to cheer on the Tech community, they appreciate the support they receive from the parents, athletes, band members, and teachers.”
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WE ARE…GRATEFUL. Capital and Unrestricted Gifts
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$25,000+
Anonymous Donor Anonymous Alumnus* Bill Hannon Foundation Carrie Estelle Doheny Foundation Dan Murphy Foundation Lee and Elizabeth Doble* Frank McHugh-O'Donovan Foundation, Inc. George H. Mayr Foundation Lopker Family Foundation Madrid Family Foundation Rose Hills Foundation The Ahmanson Foundation The Cranston Famliy Trust/ Philip Rinaldi Charitable Trust The Green Foundation $10,000-$24,999
Anonymous Donor Joseph Casey Edison International Co Martin Hairston* Hugh & Hazel Darling Foundation John Krakowski* Michele Márquez Patrick McGuire* Ronald Mostero John Rhodes* The John B. and Nelly Llanos Kilroy Foundation Mary Urquhart Jill Wondries $5,000-$9,999
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Arthur Barajas* Michael Daly* Guillermo Gutierrez* Graue Family Foundation Jim and Patricia Heaney NASA Michael O'Reilly* Walter Family Charity Fund
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Robert Arth* Frank Bayerque* Blanche M. Walsh Charity Trust The Boeing Company Cedric Devaney* Gap Foundation Donald Gibbs* Michael Kurnik* La Esperanza de Nuestra Comunidad David and Teresa Lepe* Northrup Grumman Foundation Anthony Reyes* Reliable Gutters and Painting, Inc. Nathan Russi* Eric Tom $1,000-$2,499
Ryan Andal* Arizona Community Foundation Reymundo Barrasa John Bel* Michael Blackledge Bonnie Nolan-Blackledge Thomas Bleak* Philip Cashia* Donn Canzano* James Cliffton Michael Cronin Estate of Richard and Armida Shilf Nohemi Ferguson Manuel Franco* Robert Godinez Robert "Bob" Guidry* John Harrigan* Carlos Herrera Hugo Houston Jeffrey Krynen* Lockwood Family Charitable Remainder Trust Nicolas Mansur* John Masterman* Michael Matsumoto* Edward Medina* Donald Merten* Helen Mora Msgr. John Moretta Jacob Mota* Victor Moy Mary Ann Mrkonic John Page Msgr. Sal Pilato Ralph and Carol Hansen Family Trust Thomas Reifer* Pedro Rincón*
RMNJ Foundation Santa Teresita School Alfred Spang Mollie Young Jack Zwart* $500-$999
Craig Adam* Fernando Arias Catholic Education Foundation
$250-$499
Anthony Aleta Ofelia Alvarez AmazonSmile Foundation Candelario Andalon* Noel Arias* Tony Bueras* Daniel Ceballos* Cedars Sinai Pola Cervantes
Carlos Valles Michael Villalovos* Walt Disney Company Foundation $100-$249
Joseph Aguanno Clement Ammann* Albert Angel* Bank of the West Bardomiano Barajas*
My parents sacrificed much so that I could have the opportunity for the unique Catholic and technical education that Don Bosco provided. I was fortunate to be able to leverage this unique academic opportunity in my life and STEM based career. I am just following in my parents’ footsteps in doing my part to help enable the opportunity and support the success journey of the next generation of Tech students. – DAVID LEPE (EL ‘83) Steven Delson* EIX Employee Giving Community Edward Elizondo* Steven Espinoza* Lizandro Ezrre* Eric Froberg* Ricardo Gordillo Grogan Living Trust Donald Hesse* Mary Hohne Knights of Columbus of Alhambra The Kroger Company Tom Lillig* Dr. Jorge Lopez Leonard Lucero* Raymond Marquez* Arthur Mendez* Gilbert Miranda* Ramon Ortiz* Richard Pingol* David Quezada* Michael Scaduto* Patti Sheaffer* St. Thomas More Catholic Church James Verti* Tan Vu* Richard Wagner Russell Wong*
Daniel Chavez* Jeff Decurtins* Gregory Freitas Noah Gallardo* Stephanie May Gallardo Roque Garcia David Giandomenico* Aris Govjian* Gunther Hansele* Kenneth Hanson* Eugene Hernandez* David Inouye* Jeffrey Lamb* Rocchina Lyerly Jay Madden* Jesus Madrigal Thomas Martinet* Michaud Family Revocable Trust Ronald Mohr* Giuseppe Napoli* Robert Pahl* Gary Panattoni* Thomas Parisi* John Rodriguez* Edward Rosales* Patricia Sandoval Francis Sele* Arnold Swirbul* Ronald Swistock* Lawrence Valenzuela*
Osvaldo Barron* Vincent Boles* Deborah Bona Maury Bonas* Victor Bruno* Frank Castor* Helen Cedeño Craig Cocca* James Corralejo* Robert Currie* John Cussen Richard Dickinson Rania Elattar Richard Ernst* Gustavo Ezcurra* Jorge Franco Stephan Gabriel* Hilda Garcia Eric Garlepp* Marlinda Glasman Freda Godinez Steve Hennessee* Raymond Herriman* John Ilasin* Intuitive Surgical Thomas Joyce John Kreslake* Philip Kumpis* Dominique Lam* Paul Lampe*
Technical Institute between July 1, 2022 to June 30, 2023. Every effort has been made to ensure that the list is complete and accurate. If errors or omissions do occur, please accept our apologies and call the Development Office at (626) 940-2000 to report corrections. We appreciate your support. Thank you!
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Craig Anna* Anonymous Donor William Avellan Carole Chafin Charles Chung* Daniel de la Rosa* Hilda Garcia IBM Corporation - Glendale Vanessa Gorski Margaret Ige Lawrence Keefe* Daniel Kraysets* Frank and Amanda Losch* Rocchina Lyerly John Macias* Charles Magolske* Michael Mediano Joe Mora Rosa Paz Pedro Perez John Perez* Patrick Prezioso* Paul Reyes* Michael Rivas* Romnel Seneres*
Unfriendly Sons Event Chris Alders William Alexander Jacqueline Alikhaani Thomas Andre Greta Andre Anonymous* Anonymous Laura Arceneaux Raúl Barragán* H. T. Boyle Joe and Mimi Butler Aaron Calderon* Derek Cañada* Rudolph Canchola* Jennifer Chau Eleanor Colvin Barry Connell Phil Consuegra Ignacio Corrales* Elaine Culotti Shanah Daley
“Year after year, the Tech continues to impress industry with young leaders and engineers. It is our responsibility, as industry principals, to make sure the Tech has what it needs to maintain this level of excellence.” – RUDY CANCHOLA (MT ‘86)
John Sepulveda* Johnathan Silvas David Sterling* Donald Thompson* Beatriz Torres William Vallicella* Ernesto Vera* Aura Vital
Matthew Dalton Antonio De Cardenas Steven Delgado* Mark Delgado* Lee and Elizabeth Doble* Rubén Duran* Zina Edwards Endeavor Solutions Michael Fahy Erica Foy Mike Frabotta Therese Funk Eddie Gallardo Donald Gibbs* Arnold Glasman* Maureen Grone Warren Guinane Guillermo Gutierrez*
Anthony Valencia Terry Vega Laughlin Waters Patrick Wayne Lisa Welch James Zagorski
Golf Tournament Alex Adriano Anonymous Alumnus* Anonymous Donor Ronald Bithell Aaron Calderon Rudolph Canchola * Edgar Caro Anthony Christman Brian Clark Charles Cuccaro * Shanah Daley John Dang Lee and Elizabeth Doble * Peyton Edwards Jake Haaker Martin Hairston* Jim Harrell Laise Hunter Industrial Door Contractors, Inc. Clint Larison Dan Maas Yolanda Mohagen Dan Ngo Reece Olney Pacific Western Bank John Raptis Alyssa Savala Bo Stott Mario Suales Jordan Tetzlaff The J.V. Land Clearing Co. Brett Voigt
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David Ronquillo Jeffrey Ross Raul Salcido Arturo Sandoval* Ronald Schlaifer* Kenneth Schmahl* Marwan Shawky Charles Shearwood* Thomas Sievers* Laurence Simpson* Rebecca Smith Toshitada Sugiyama Bernard Sullivan* Raul Tapia Francois Thiriez Tileworks Simon Tumansky Carlos Van Natter*
Martin Hairston* Jeanette Hairston David Harding M. Finbar Hill Angela Howell Javier Jimenez* Lalo Jimenez Eulalio Jimenez* Bill Kiefer Tom Korzenecki John Krakowski* Bill Lewis Sergio Lopez* Dr. Jorge Lopez* Cardinal Roger Mahony Nicolas Mansur* Joseph Mantel* Algis Marciuska* Marisa Marquez Chris and Gina Marquez Michele Márquez Jim McAndrews, D.D.S., F.A.C.S. Paul McAndrews, M.D. Grace Mercado Thomas Mohr Lisa Mohr Damaris Molina Msgr. John Moretta Sarah and William Myers Patrick Nally Liz Nilsen-Doble Paula and Kieran O'Connell John Page Stephen Page Paul Parminter Blair Pence Dianne Pence Sebastian Rako Ahmad and Gigi Ranjbari Revamp Engineering John Rhodes* Anne Richardson-Gibbs Robet E. Gawlik Revocable Trust Margaret Romano Steven Salas Salesians of Don Bosco David Shatraw Erin Smith Michael Sosnoski Mary Spangenberg James Spina Jamie Sullivan Catherine Taylor Mary Urquhart Brian Urquhart Omar Valdemar Joseph "Pep" Valdes
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Larry Lazar* Yuen Leung Jerry Lopez Maria Lopez William Mack* Luigi Maggi* Arnold Maldonado* Algis Marciuska* Paul Matsumoto* Karen Mayeda Edward Meathe* Michael Medrano* Marc Meehan* Raquel Mireles Raymond Moy* Lawrence Mullaly* Barry Murphy* John Nehmens* Vanessa Olivas Tjalling Owen* Louis Perez Brian Queen* Justin Ramirez* George Rodriguez* Carmen Rodriguez Richard Ronan
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DISCLAIMER This annual report listing recognizes those who contributed support to Don Bosco
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“I'm thankful for all that I received from the Tech. The education and mentorship--in addition to the lifelong friendships—heavily influenced the person I am today. My family didn’t have the means to send me to the Tech without help but, thanks to generous supporters of the school, I was able to attend. This is why I’m heavily driven to give back to the Tech family that gave me so much.” – MARTIN HAIRSTON (ME ’86)
Juan Acosta* Martha Aguilar Christopher Alvarez* Andryshak Tax & Consulting, Inc. Vanessa Arellano Maria Arevalos Diego Arias* Ade Astini Dominic Ayvazian* Bank of the West Gregory Barna Antoinette Barrios Christy Beltran Gerald Blackburn* Michael Brummel Mike Burbano Rosalie Cagungun Derek Cañada* Jorge Cano* Hector Casas Caridad Casillas Steve Ceniceros Jennifer Chau Fernando Corona* Edgar Coronado Kenny Cortez Mark Covarrubias* Fabiola Cruz Frank Delgadillo Robin Dominguez Edison International Co Bismarck Estrada* Kevin Fennimore Nicolas Fernandez Jack Findley Luismiguel Flores* Luis Flores* Michael Franco* Gina Franco Manuel Franco* Matthew Galvan* Karen Garcia Dina Garcia
Each year, individuals and corporations donate a variety of non-cash gifts to Bosco Tech. These gifts-in-kind have ranged from big to small, yet all are equally welcomed. Bosco Tech appreciates gifts-in-kind which can be put to good use and provide clear benefits for all who rely on them. These non-cash gifts generally are in the form of needed equipment and supplies.
Roberto Ghizzi Donald Gibbs* Mayra Giron Arnold Glasman* Alvaro Gonzalez Luis Gonzalez José Gonzalez* John Graffio* Martin Hairston* William Harrigan* Christopher Hasbun Steven Hernandez* Michael Heywood* Ted Iskenderian* John Kao* Robin Kassabian John Krakowski* Jeffrey Krynen* Ohan Kuftedjian Joel Lautenschleger* Larry Lazar* Trish Le Ivan Limeta* Rosamene Louine Elias Loya* Shuhao Lu Ian Luczon* Leonard Manoukian Nicolas Mansur* Algis Marciuska* Dora Martinez Alejandro Martinez Kathleen McGinley Marc Meehan* Manuel Monge* Aaron Montero Charles Montoya* David Morales Alfonso Morales* Martin Moreno Salvador Moreno Michael Mullaly* Pedro Muniz* Elizabeth Munoz
Muhammad basil Nabeel Michael Newell Jordan Ortiz James Padilla* Fred Padilla* Juan Payan Corina Placencia Daniel Quezada Javier Ramirez Luis Ramirez Franklin Ramirez Sandro Ramos Paul Reyes* Mark Rodighiero* Andrew Rodriguez* Mike Rogalski Leslie Rooney Gabriel Roybal* Frank Salazar* Khris San Diego Veronica Sandoval Rodolfo Santana Sergio Santos Robert Sauvageau Schools First Federal Credit Union Tim Scofield Rui Shi Erin Smith Arnel Tacadena Sr Raul Tapia Kyle Thor Eric Tom Jaime Torres* Frank Toth* Omar Valdemar Carlota Valle Martinez Mario Vargas* Jeanette Villanueva Padilla Janet Walldez Robert Walter* Jerome Wiltz Russell Wong* Earl Zavala*
Rozanne Adanto Anonymous* Vanessa Arellano Yolanda Arenas Enid Bermejo Daniel Burrola* Ignacio Corrales* Eva Fernandez Julie and Greg Flynn Gina Franco Michael Franco* Susan and Armando Garcia Arnold Glasman* Martin Hairston* David Hamano*
Interior Removal Specialist, Inc.* Brian Kennedy Joaquin Maltez Dr. Jim McAndrews William MacDonald Michael Medrano* Lucas B. Morris Peter & Merle Mullin Patrick and Mary Nally Blair and Dianne Pence Porto's Bakery Anne Sigoloff Eric Tom Veronica Valencia Vicki Marsha Uniform
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MISSION & VISION MISSION: The Don Bosco Technical Institute
is dedicated to creating leaders in engineering, science, and technology by presenting opportunities for real world experience that provide graduates an edge in university studies and career development. Established in 1955, Bosco Tech is a college preparatory Catholic high school guided by the educational philosophy of St. John Bosco and offers challenging academic exploration through project-based learning
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premiere Catholic college preparatory high school, fully integrating engineering, science and technology across a curriculum that prepares students for a faith-filled journey of life-long learning, responsible leadership, and distinguished service.
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Unaudited as of Septemper 12, 2023 OPERATING REVENUES AND EXPENSES
Total operating Revenue................................................................$7,356,071 Total operating Expenses..............................................................$6,663,481 Non-cash depreciation....................................................................($499,533) Net Surplus/(Loss)..............................................................................$193,057 Employee Retention Tax Credit....................................................$1,233,093 COST TO EDUCATE
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Cost to Educate Per Student..............................................................$17,329 2022-2023 Tuition.................................................................................$13,500 Difference between Tuition and Cost per Student...........................($3,829) Total Financial Aid Awarded.............................................................$835,893
41% TUITION 2% BOOSTER 16% SUPPORT RECEIPTS AND OTHERS 9% FEE REVENUES
Our Funding Comes From…
32% GIFTS AND GRANTS
76% PROGRAM SERVICE EXPENSES
6% FUNDRAISING
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Our Funding Goes To…
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“What we, as student leaders, empha size from the beginning is that Kairos is not a spectator sport, and the candidates receive what they put into the retreat.”
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Caption at right: Kairos' goals are clear: to call young people to live their faith and recognize how Christ fits into their lives, develop leadership potential, experience Christian community, and to appreciate and value themselves and those individuals who make their lives meaningful.
EXPLORING AND SHARING OUR FAITH “I really believe Kairos has helped change lives for the better, and in some cases, has saved the lives of students who just needed a little time to realize they are loved,” said Tech instructor Mr. Rob Godinez, who has been involved in the contemplative retreat program for 25 years. “Kairos continues to remind me that we have built a great support system at Bosco Tech with a caring and compassionate faculty and staff, but more importantly, a caring and compassionate student body who truly do love one another.” ¶ Kairos, founded by Jesuits in the ‘70s, encourages high school and college-age students to examine the role of faith in their lives and relationships. From the Greek word for "God's time," Kairos has been a vital part of peer ministry and campus life, offered to Tech juniors and seniors since the early ‘80s. ¶ The goals are clear: to call young people to live their faith and recognize how Christ fits into their lives, develop leadership potential, experience Christian community, and to appreciate and value themselves and those who make their lives meaningful. It focuses on relationships and reconciliation through a series of candid and thought-provoking talks given by
peers and adults. Prayer is an essential part, as well as group discussions and various reflective exercises. Under the spiritual direction of faculty, the retreat’s success relies heavily on student leadership. The young leaders spend months in preparation for each retreat to ensure it is spiritually and relationally beneficial and promotes a sense of brotherhood. ¶ “What we, as student leaders, emphasize is that Kairos is not a spectator sport and the candidates receive what they put into the retreat,” explained Brandon Bocanegra, a new graduate and 2022-2023 Kairos student leader. “Those who take advantage of this retreat have had their lives changed in the most positive way and they gained bonds and relationships with other candidates and retreat leaders for life.” ¶ “Kairos is about better understanding and often, mending relationships, ones with our friends, with God, our families, and, most importantly, ourselves. My personal goal for my candidates was for them to know that they are loved and cared for and, when it seems like no one is in their corner, that their ‘brothers’ will be there to pick them back up and push them to success.”
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THERE ARE MANY WAYS TO GIVE
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When considering a gift, please remember that there are many ways to make a lasting difference at Bosco Tech: CHARITABLE REMAINDER TRUSTS: a charitable
remainder trust can benefit you now by providing a lifetime income that is tax advantaged, save you income taxes now, reduce your estate tax later and benefit Bosco Tech.
as a contingent beneficiary can benefit the Tech when the unexpected happens, but without loss if the normal course of events takes place. Contingent beneficiaries can be used in wills, life insurance and annuity contracts, pension accounts, IRAs, and 401(k)s. STOCK GIFTS: If you give an asset with a long-term
capital gain, you never have to pay the capital gains taxes, but get the same amount of tax deduction as if you gave a cash donation. This can be a huge tax savings for you, and still provide the Tech with all the intended benefit. Please note that the asset must qualify for long-term capital gains treatment and have a ‘gain’ to benefit. GIFT MATCHING PROGRAMS: A long-time strategy
for helping the Tech is to use an employer matching gift plan for your donation. In these plans, your employer will make a donation alongside yours to the Tech, which can double your gift. Furthermore, your spouse may be eligible for a matching plan on the same gift, turning it into a triple benefit.
as a way of multiplying their gift. For a small amount (the insurance premium), they can leave a large amount (the death benefit) to the Tech. If you don’t have dependents, don’t forget the insurance provided by your employer. Consider naming Bosco Tech as your beneficiary. PENSIONS, IRAS, 401(K)S AND ANNUITIES: When
paid out at death, these accounts may be taxed in excess of 75%, after you add up federal and state income taxes, state death taxes and federal estate taxes. If you name the Tech as your beneficiary, you sidestep all these taxes. If you’re married, you probably want to name your spouse as the primary beneficiary, but consider naming Bosco Tech as your contingent beneficiary.
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LIFE INSURANCE: Some people use life insurance
STOCK OPTIONS: If exercised after your death,
stock options will generate income taxes and may generate state taxes. However, if you name the Tech as beneficiary of your employer-provided stock options, both taxes will be eliminated. A tax advisor can help you review planned giving options. For more information, contact Phil Consuegra, Vice President of Development and Strategic Initiatives, at (626) 940-2028 or pconsuegra@boscotech.edu abut planned giving. All communication is confidential.
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In fall 2022, Rev. Angel Fernandez Artime, Rector Major of the Salesians and recently appointed Cardinal, visited the campus and celebrated a very special student body Mass during his American tour.
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Our youngest Techmen, the class of 2026, were officially welcomed into the Tech family at the Freshman Tie Ceremony.
Japanese language students enjoyed a nine-day excursion to Japan over Spring Break. Accompanied by Sensei Ritsuko Rowe, faculty, staff and parent chaperones, the group toured famous sites, participated in a traditional tea ceremony and met their counterparts, Japanese high school students with whom they practiced their language skills.
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During the traditional Triduum (three days of prayerful dedication of the school year to the Lord), students were encouraged to seek and use the gifts of the Holy Spirit in their lives. May we all diligently seek the Lord's gifts!
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The Tech introduced a Student of the Month program recognizing individuals from each class year who were nominated by their instructors for excellence in academics, character, and achievement.
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The official U.S. Army website featured Tech alumnus Mario Diaz (ME ‘86), Deputy Under Secretary of the Army, and the stirring keynote address he gave at the 2023 commencement ceremony. The site used a great photo of Mario taken by another alumnus, Erick Mendoza, who is a professional photographer.
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Tech alumnus and CSUF Titan Associate Head Basketball Coach Anthony Santos (CT ’07) visited with the basketball team to motivate them. It worked!
The City of Rosemead honored the Bosco Tech basketball team for winning the 2022-2023 CIF 5AA Championship.
Dr. Michael G. Thompson, internationally acclaimed author and educational consultant, was one of three guests in the Tech’s 2022- 2023 Speaker Series. The informative sessions covered a variety of timely topics: Rais ing Teenage Boys, Good Digital Citizenship, and Social/Emotional Learning in the Wake of COVID.
During September’s leadership donor dinner, President Memo Gutierrez thanked the Tech’s generous friends for their vital support and provided updates to the Strength & Spirit Strategic Plan process. He reported on progress on our four major goals—operations, educational programs, facilities and financial growth.
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The Tech’s Car Club, along with alumni moderators Ricardo Mireles (EL ’83) and Alfonso Gonzalez (AU ’83), and President Memo Gutierrez (AU '83), competed in the 24 Hours of Le Mans race with the 2003 Ford Mustang they rebuilt.
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Dr. Tony Arguelles took students on two European trips. On one trip focused on WWII, students toured London’s Churchill War Rooms and the beaches of Normandy. The other, a tour of Italy and Spain, examined the culture, art and regional food.
College Week 2023 had something for every class year. It’s never too soon to plan, and Ms. Christine Gambill, Director of College Counseling, arranged information presentations suited to each grade that prompted students to think ahead about their postsecondary education.
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The traditional Junior Class Ring Unity Mass and Ring Ceremony brought together the class of 2024 and their families to pray for God’s blessing on these young men.
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• 70% of students made the honor roll in the second semester. 80% of the class of 2023 earned cumulative GPA honors status; with many earning highest honors for a GPA of 4.0 and above. • The class of 2023 earned 323 college acceptances—averaging four for every senior—and was awarded nearly $2.3 million in merit scholarships. • 24 Tech students were named AP Scholars; 9 earned the AP Scholar title, 4 earned AP Scholar with Honor, and 2 were awarded the coveted AP Scholar with Distinction designation. • Seaver Valedictorian David Ceballos was named a 2023 Edison Scholar, Amazon Future Engineer, and earned scholarships from both Lockheed Martin and Microsoft. David was featured in AngelusNews.com’s Most Promising Class of
2023 Graduates article. • Graduate Noah Pinales (MAT ’23) was awarded the Cardinal James McIntyre Award, annually bestowed upon a senior who, in the eyes of the technology faculty, has taken the greatest advantage of the educational opportunities offered by the school. A $1,000 scholarship, given by the Alumni Association, goes with the award. • Dominic Almonte (BMET ’23) completed the National Youth Leadership Forum: Medicine at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill in the summer before his senior year.
FAITH, GIVING, OUTREACH
• Ephraim De La Cruz (’23) and Mr. Rob Godinez were awarded the 2023 LA Archdiocese Christian Service Award for significant contributions to their community. • The Red Cross Club hosted two blood drives in partnership with
Cedars-Sinai Hospital. The drives exceeded all goals, collecting 37 pints. • Working together, campus clubs, honor societies, sports teams and service organizations, gathered thousands of items for direct distribution to local families, food banks, veterans, and farm workers through several student-run food, personal hygiene, and toy drives. • Junior Nicholas Garcia, a member of the Tech’s Youth Ministry Core Team, was appointed to the National Federation for Catholic Youth Ministry’s National Youth Advisory Council. • New graduate Christian Figueroa (CSEE ’23) was invited to be the regular co-host of a bi-weekly program on KGEM-TV, the City of Monrovia’s community cable station that broadcasts City Council meetings. • In addition to Tech Support sessions with teachers, members of the National Honor Society provided academic help to their peers through the student-run Techmen
Tutoring program. • Rising seniors Caleb Glassow, Riley De Luna, Peter Cervantes and Nicolas Garcia, along with IDEA instructor and chaperone Ms. Victoria Corona, represented Bosco Tech at the Salesian Youth Leadership Conference (SYLC).
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• ACE seniors won an award for their performance at the Construction Industry Education Foundation (CIEF) Design Build Competition. While preparing for the competition, each senior earned OSHA Construction Safety and Health certification. • Tech junior Andrei De La Cruz was selected to intern at the Keck Graduate Institute, one of the Claremont Colleges. The internship provided bio-tech research experience, mentoring and career exploration.
“WHATEVER YOU DO, THINK OF THE GLORY OF GOD AS YOUR MAIN GOAL.” – DON BOSCO
college athletics; Christian Perez will join the Cal State University, Los Angeles cross country and track and field teams and Nicolas Gomez will play soccer for the University of La Verne. • The Tiger Cheer Team earned first place in performance cheer, stunt off, and jump and kick, most enthusiastic team and fan contests in the Sharp Ultimate Championship competition
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• Alumni across the country attended regional gatherings in 16 cities. • Young alumnus Hector Gardea (CSEE ’22) was one of a very few CSULA students who landed an internship with the City of Los Angeles. After submitting a winning design for solar panels, Hector was invited to work on a city project involving drones. He has been commended for
of the U.S. Army. In this role, he is the principal civilian senior advisor to the Secretary of the Army, making him the highest ranking civilian working with that military branch. “You may become many things, but you will always be a Techman...once a Techman, always a Techman,” he told the graduates. • Band and Music Program Director Sam Hankins won multiple awards at the 2022 international Indie Music Channel (IMC) Awards, the equivalent of the Grammys for independent artists. • After touring the campus, author and education strategist Ian Symmonds called the Tech, “A national leader in STEM education,” and remarked on the school’s “dizzying display of the most comprehensive tech and science facilities I’ve seen in an American high school.” • The Tech’s sold-out 33rd Annual Golf Classic was the most successful to date, earning $75,000 for tuition support.
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exceptional soldering and programming skills that he learned in CSEE. • 13 alumni spoke at Engineers Day in March, sharing education and career insights and representing organizations like NBC Universal Media, City of Hope and Lockheed Martin. • Tech alum Anthony Rodriguez (DE ’99) and his large team of volunteers prepared and distributed 2,500 meals with care packages to L.A.’s homeless on the Sunday before Thanksgiving. Started 14 years ago, the group gathers annually for “Thanksgiving Goodness” to prep and deliver the necessities en masse in downtown. Helping Anthony again were Techmen Kris German (’98), Grant Silva (’99), Jose Rodriguez (’09), Miguel Henao ('99), Noah Blanton ('99), Fabian Rubal (98'), and Roberto Sanchez (99'). Their efforts have fed more than 30,000. • Alumnus Mario Diaz (ME ’86) provided the 2023 graduation keynote address. Mr. Diaz is the 21st Under Secretary
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• Seven Tech juniors completed internships at the Pasadena Bioscience Collaborative Incubator. They helped produce nearly 500 media plates, along with buffers and sterile aliquots, for the Amgen Biotech Experience kits that will be used in lab instruction at local high schools. • Overall, Tigers sports teams earned a total of 28 All-League selections, 15 First Team and 13 Second Team All-League. The cross country, basketball, soccer, baseball, and track & field teams made CIF Southern Section post season in various playoffs divisions. • The varsity basketball team won the CIF Southern Section Division 5AA Championship and Head Varsity Coach Michael Romo was named Coach of the Year, Division 5AA. • The Tech’s Esports team was named among the most winning Madden NFL teams of all time, in a USA Today High School Sports ranking. • Two athletes committed to participate in NCAA
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“Where the rolling hills of San Gabriel, Crown the old Camino Real. Golden dreams and hopes abounding Guide our way with kindly light. Bosco Tech, today we hail thee, E’er thy memories treasured shall be.”
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BOARD OF TRUSTEES, ALUMNI, PARENTS AND STRATEGIC PLANNING ALUMNI ASSOCIATION
PARENT COUNCIL
OFFICERS John Krakowski (DR ‘72) Chair Arnold M. Alvarez-Glasman (DR ’72) Chair Elect Javier F. Jimenez (EL ’90) Treasurer Shannon McConnell Secretary
EXECUTIVE BOARD Marc Meehan (CS '08) President Omar Valdemar (EL '88) Vice President Larry Lazar (PH '76) Secretary Algis Marciuska (BT '82) Treasurer
EXECUTIVE BOARD Nesrin, Bunkheila Aribi, President Liz Martin, Vice President Alessa Alarcon, Secretary Leslie Rooney, Treasurer
MEMBERS Nesrin Bunkheila-Aribi Aaron Calderon (CT '95) Ignacio Corrales (DR ’67) Manuel L. Franco (PH ‘71) Guillermo Gutierrez (AU ’83) Rev. Michael Gutierrez Martin Hairston (ME ’86) Jeff Krynen (BT ’81) Dr. Jim P. McAndrews Marc Meehan (CS ’08) Msgr. John Moretta Rev. Thien Nguyen, SDB Most Reverend David G. O’Connell† Msgr. Sabato Pilato Anthony Reyes (ME ’88) Richard Ronan Patricia Sandoval Rev. Mel Trinidad, SDB Brother Al Vu, SDB
BOARD MEMBERS Ignacio Corrales (DR '67) Manuel Franco (PH '71) Luis Garza (DE ’94) Don Gibbs (DR '69) Steve Hernandez (GC ’88) Ryan Lim (EL ’04) Adam Lopez (CS ’09) Giuseppe "Joe" Napoli (DR '91)
MEMBERS Martha Aguilar Christy Beltran Enid Bermejo Diane Do Eva Fernandez Marcela P. Gomez Miriam Gomez Christina Hernandez Ivonne Mora Virginia Moreno Danny Osuna Corina Placencia Olivia V. Quezada Lupita Rubalcava Maria Wong
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REMEMBERING OUR OWN “Catholic education is about passion; a vision and passion that views every young person in our Catholic schools, every parent, every teacher, every administrator, every staff member, every alumnus, and every benefactor as a partner in the Church’s mission to spread the Gospel of Jesus Christ, in season and out of season, in the classroom and on the playground, on the computer screen, when school is in session and when it is not, in the school, in the home, in the neighborhood and community.”
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– Bishop David O’Connell Beloved Friend and Board Member of Bosco Tech July 16, 1953–February 18, 2023
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