February 2025

BOSCO TECH’S MONTHLY NEWSLETTER

THE GEAR

ISSUE 150 FEBRUARY 2025

FEAST DAY OF ST. JOHN BOSCO

A MESSAGE FROM THE PRINCIPAL Dear Bosco Tech Family-Honestly, this message has been a tough one to write…

Our hearts have been torn by the devastation in Pacific Palisades and, more locally, in Altadena during the past weeks, most especially for our Tech families–both those who were displaced and are only recently returning, but especially for those who have lost their homes and communities. It’s hard to comprehend the horrific extent of the hardship, let alone the basic practicalities of trying to piece life back together in a semblance of normalcy.

As we’ve tried to support our impacted students and families, I’ve witnessed a sense of empathy and maturity among our students. From the outset, they’ve stepped forward to help; they wanted to do and serve and give however they could.

Parents, alumni, and faculty did the same. The generous response to clothing drives, donations of tuition money and everyday essentials has overwhelmed us all. Techmen have more than covered the remaining costs of tuition for the most impacted families–$20,000 was needed and they immediately exceeded that request, donating a total of $26,308. Thank you, Tech alumni!

The compassion of our students was tangible during the solemn presentation of new class ties to the impacted students, which is symbolic of their care for their brothers. Our student body daily embodies Proverbs 17:17, “A friend loves at all times, and a brother is born for adversity.”

As a community, we will move forward from this unanticipated adversity, supporting these families in any way we can. Each Tech family is always in my prayers, and most especially those who are putting their lives and homes back together. Please know that we understand the need will increase as the true extent of damage is revealed and that we are here to help.

Thankful for our constant Emmanuel (“God with us”),

Jeff Krynen Principal & Tech Alumnus (Bt ‘81)

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2024-2025 1ST SEMESTER HONOR ROLL Honors List 1st Semester Final GPA 3.00-3.49 Freshmen Damian Cardenas Mark Castillo Mychael DeArman Kaysen Duhamel Alejandro Hernandez Elliott Klussmann Daniel Longoria Matthew Lopez Darren Luong Lucas Maltez Joaquin Mose Peter Oliver Joshua Ortiz Vincent Ramirez Christian Rodriguez Luis Rosas Valentino Serbin Paul Vasquez Jacob Villasenor Noah Yamaguchi Raymond Zozaya Sophomores Jeremiah Burbano Angel Calvache Harrison Coronado Raymond De La Cruz Julian De La Torre Anthony Delgadillo Luis Garcia-Henriquez Henrik Helms Xolani Johnson Kenneth Martinez Andrew McJunkin-Contreras Albert Mendoza Daniel Mojica Frank Munguia

Dominic Munoz Jaycob Ochoa Bryant Ramirez Tyler Tafoya Ricky Tran Matthew Vidaurri Alfredo Wolf

High Honors 1st Semester Final GPA 3.50-3.99

Juniors Noel Aguilar Jose Alvarez Patricio Bernard Sean Cortez Lukas Deusch Diego Favela Nathan Garcia Jhonen Hasenbein Ivan Orozco Alexandro Parra Aidan Ramos Branden Rosales Eduardo Soto Matthew Tran Dominic Valadez Joshua Vargas Josiah Villasenor Seniors Mario Aguilar Dion Aguilar-Martinez Isaac Barba Caleb Cisneros Isaak Dahdul Bobby McJunkinContreras Aiden Perez James Saballos Damian Suzuki Ayden Uribe-Reyes Adam Velasquez Cedes Williams

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Freshmen Jivan Abajian James Barrie Damien Chan Leonardo Chicas-Chavez Ahmir Childress Valentino Consolida Isaac Decuir Adam Delgadillo Joshua Diaz Jeff Garcia Carter Lam Lexus Leung Maxwel Lopez Isaac Macias Nathan Mendez-Osorio Ryan Muckle Colin Oh Esteban Ortega Leonardo Palacio Santino Pedraza Sean Resendez Noah Villanueva Andrew Villegas Eric Xia Sophomores Matthew Abundiz Angel Alvarado Brandon Ayala Owen Beltran Connor Bigham Wyatt Brause Raymond Cervantes Nathan Cortez Andrew Estevez Andrew Garcia Daniel Garcia Sergio Gomez

Diego M. Gonzalez Diego S. Gonzalez Freddy Gonzalez Sebastian Guzman Liam Hogan Dallas Jauregui Jalen Jovellanos Harnoor Multani Muhammad Nabeel Gavin Pacificar Manolo Pedraza Isaiah Perez-Sandi Matthew Scofield Joaquin Varela Edwin Yang Pok Wai David Yang Jensen Yost Juniors Mario Barbosa Nathan Bobadilla Alex Cai Gianni Carrano Dylan Casas Lucas Castillejo Ethan De La Cruz Naim Diab Nicolas Gonzalez Aaron Gutierrez Carlos Maguellal Vincent Nieves Cristian Payan Andrew Phaneuf Nicholas Renteria Alejandro Rico Diego Romero Aleister Santana Julian Santana Francis Smith Raul Tapia

HONOR ROLL (CONTINUED) Seniors Eli Acob Diego Acuna Aiden Avalos Kendon Beltran Darius Benitez Joshua Camarillo Jacob Campa Clark Canada Daniel Cendejas Andrew Cini Robert Gauna Chris Godinez Sebastian Gomez Vincent Hernandez Jose Iniguez George Khazaal Mark Kou John Lugo Daniel Munoz Abraham Orea Anthony Ramirez Andrew Rodriguez Jacob Rooney Max Sanchez David Tadian Roman Valdepena Gaston Valdez Anthony Villeda Micah Wong Auston Wu Highest Honors 1st Semester Final GPA 4.0 & Above Freshmen Nicolas Adalin Henry Arizmendi Micah Beltran Clark Castro Justin Cini

Maxwell Ciriano Ernesto Cosme Arturo Cuadrado-Guerra Edward Florez Robert Hamilton Ruben Hernandez Abraham Jette-Kouri Alexander Kelekian Lucas Kooyenga Enrique Mercado Cristian Mojica Enrique Perez Noah Reyes Alexander Richter Sebastian Rosas-Garcia Victor Santamaria Ezio Veneziano Tyler Wu Sophomores Seraj Arteaga Louis Barna Andy Cao Gavin Castellanes Evan Cipriani Ethan dela Rosa Yuchen DuBois Shotaro Harada Aditya Kumar Julian Lee Matthew Marin Anthony Marquez Raymond Martinez David Morales Raymond Morales Joaquin Nguyen Tristan Nguyen Marcos Posada Riley Rapp Diego Rico Sean San Diego Diego Sandoval

Oscar Sun Arnel Tacadena Dylan Vo Juniors Tomas Carranza David Kassabian Hovan Kuftedjian Liam Lopez Jacob Martinez Ricardo Martinez David Parks Massimo Sorce Kyle Tran Aaron Wu Seniors Nolan Adalin Luis Camacho-Castro Evan Cheung Dominic Diaz Nathan Gonzalez Seth Guerrero Evan Hauffen Kyle Lieu Alexander Martinez Javier Mora-Aguayo Kevin Rojas Riley Tanada Ryan Viengkhou Jaedon Vo

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71% of t he Tech student body ear ned Honor R oll statu s in the first semeste r!

WE MADE HISTORY: BOSCO TECH AT THE ROSE PARADE A STUDENT’S PERSPECTIVE BY ADITYA KUMAR (CSEE ‘27) Grueling seven-mile practices. “We are making history.” Living up to expectations. “The TV cameras will be watching you.” Striving for perfection. “Millions of people will be watching, so I don’t want to see worms!” For the first time in history, Bosco Tech’s band would be participating in the internationally acclaimed Rose Parade, joining forces with all three SoCal Salesian schools. The historic parade route, just over seven miles long along Colorado Blvd., was the pinnacle of countless intense practices and dedication—all leading up to what would become our “Best Day Ever.”Our day began when most people were still recovering from their New Year’s celebrations.

At 3:30 AM, we groggily arrived at school under an eerie fog, the campus lights casting a ghostly glow and an ominous tone. Our cars, crawling into the damp parking lot in near silence, felt more like a funeral procession than the prelude to a celebration. Inside the dark band room, students were knocked out like zombies on the floor, a lone PS5 glowing in the corner—our last shred of normalcy before the long-awaited parade.

After capturing some cool photos of the otherworldly hours, we suited up. Parents handed out snack packs as two buses arrived to haul us to Pasadena. Mr. Krynen was there to wish us farewell. As we settled in, the bus lights dimmed, and exhaustion took over. As I looked into the twilight, over the instruments, uniforms, and hats piled on top of each other on which my bandmates had dozed off, I couldn’t help but sense a feeling of liminality. The moment we had been preparing for was finally here.

As the sun rose, butterflies filled my stomach. One by one, my bandmates woke up to the golden morning light that spilled across the seats, their glowing faces a mix of thrill and exhaustion.

While waiting for our turn, we streamed the live KTLA 5 broadcast, reacting to the sight of a stealth bomber soaring overhead. In the waiting area, we met students from other bands, including the 605 Band, exchanging stories of our grueling training and swapping custom band pins.

Then, it was time. A short prayer, a deep breath, and before I knew it, we were off.

Fireworks of various colors erupted, thousands of spectators cheered, and confetti rained down as cameras locked onto us!

Marching past extravagant floats and bold, powerful bands, I suddenly realized the magnitude of what we were doing. Just beyond the infamous right turn onto Colorado

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WE MADE HISTORY CONTINUED Blvd—“TV Land”—was surreal. The street sloped steeply downward. From the top, I caught a breathtaking view of the parade route stretching endlessly ahead! The sheer scale of it all was overwhelming.

As we marched, I noticed children gazing up at us with wide eyes. In that moment, I realized— we were inspiring the next generation.

Someone in that crowd might be dreaming of marching in the Rose Parade because of us.

Spectators held up signs—some encouraging, some teasing. Near the end, I saw one that read: “50 miles left! You’re almost there!” I would’ve laughed, but between my aching legs and churning stomach, I wasn’t sure I could without collapsing.

During a short break near the end of the parade, I took a sip of the cool water being passed around—it was the most refreshing thing I had ever tasted.

Then, just as quickly as it had begun, we reached the end. Months of preparation, countless miles, all culminating in a few unforgettable hours. Our celebration was short-lived as we inhaled the smell of In N’ Out being served in the distance. Unfortunately for us, hundreds of other band students were waiting in front, but it gave me and my friends a chance to reminisce over the day. I felt a sense of pride in being among some of the best musicians in the world, trading souvenir pins (with some now at hilariously inflated values), and best of all, having my friends to share the experience with!

On the ride back to Bosco, a realization hit me—it was all behind us now. I recalled all those practices that we had dreaded, but now I can’t lie, I kind of miss them. It was all so much fun.

The car trips, the practices we spent together, and the pain we endured, all strengthened our brotherhood and gave us an everlasting experience that we would never forget. What once felt grueling now felt nostalgic.

I could have been sad that it was over. But instead, I felt grateful that it had happened. We had made history!

FOLLOW THE TECH

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ALUMNUS NAMED TO WHO’S WHO®

PENTAGON CALLS HIM ‘BEST SCIENTIST’ SEVERAL TIMES

Tech alumnus Tim John Tenopir (ME ‘75) has been selected for inclusion in Marquis Who’s Who® for his expertise in naval operations and engineering. He is considered an authority in corrosion engineering and materials selection.

Through the years, Tim’s professional achievements have been recognized at the highest levels, including honors in Washington, D.C. His knowledge of coding special combat systems has earned him recognition as the Best Scientist by the Pentagon multiple times and he is frequently sought out by other departments and foreign Navies for his materials and corrosion expertise in combat and weapons systems.

Tim began his long career during high school when he worked on the Space shuttle program at Rockwell International, early exposure to science and engineering that set the foundation for his future endeavors. After earning an Associate of Science in metallurgical engineering from Bosco Tech, he earned degrees in mechanical engineering and appliced mechanics from Cal State University Long Beach and Cal State University Northridge, respectively. His education equipped Mr. Tenopir with both theoretical knowledge and practical skills that have been pivotal in his career.

A senior scientist at the Naval Surface Warfare Center since 1979, when he was 23, he has been instrumental in extensively expanding the Command material laboratory.

AP/HONORS CLASS SIGN UP CHALLENGE YOURSELF IN THE 2025-2026 SCHOOL YEAR Current freshman, sophomores and juniors interested in taking Advanced Placement and Honors courses next year should email their academic counselor or Mr. Eric Tom (etom@boscotech.edu) for the schedule and location of class informational sessions and application deadlines

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DECEMBER STUDENTS OF THE MONTH Bosco Tech is proud to announce the December Students of the Month. The honor recognizes student success in the classroom, as well as celebrates the outstanding characteristics of our students as citizens of the school community. These students were voted on by their teachers to receive this recognition.

For Grade 9: Sean Resendez --This freshman maintains consistent engagement during a lesson, is always respectful and ready to work, and will coach his peers during independent work time. He is a good studentathlete and contributes to the class by participating frequently. He has shown himself to be a dedicated Techman.

For Grade 10: Oscar Sun--This young man’s hardworking nature, paired with his fun-loving spirit, creates a unique and powerful blend that uplifts and inspires those around him. He achieved an outstanding 101% final grade in Theology, which is testament to his dedication, depth of understanding, and passion for the subject. Despite his remarkable academic excellence, he remains humble, approachable, and ever willing to lend a helping hand to others. He brings a positive attitude and energy to class and always does his best.

This student is filled with JOY! and always greets you with a smile, even if he is also juggling that soccer ball!

For Grade 11: Jacob Martinez--This junior always displays great energy - he’s positive, encouraging; and always greets you with a smile. No matter what he has going on, he is ready to help, to be kind to everyone, and is an all around amazing student! Another teacher shared how high achieving this young man is, truly a top student, who has an inquisitive mind and is an excellent critical thinker. He is the best of being a Techman.

For Grade 12: Evan Cheung--This young man is optimistic, insightful, and perceptive, all while maintaining a calm and respectful demeanor. His kindness and peaceful presence creates a positive atmosphere in the classroom, and he is always considerate toward his peers and teachers. He is involved in too many extracurricular activities to count. Yet, despite his busy schedule, he manges to complete all of his schoolwork and maintains high grades, consistently demonstrating remarkable focus and discipline. This senior is described by his teachers as the consumate team player. If all of that wasn’t enough, his commander in white role for the Salesian High Schools’ Rose Parade Band really demonstrated and displayed his leadership abilities.

Sean Resendez

Oscar Sun

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Jacob Martinez

Evan Cheung

JANUARY STUDENTS OF THE MONTH Bosco Tech is proud to announce the January Students of the Month. The honor recognizes student success in the classroom, as well as celebrates the outstanding characteristics of our students as citizens of the school community. These students were voted on by their teachers to receive this recognition.

For Grade 9: Nicolas Adalin--This young man is a dedicated student who always does his best in every class. He is one of the most disciplined and proactive freshman in class, always seeking ways to improve and overcome. He greets teachers with a smile and always shows great effort in his classwork.

For Grade 10: Evan Cipriani--This student displays a positive attitude and leadership by contributing to a supportive and productive classroom environment. He is always respectful and helpful to peers, volunteering to assist others, collaborates effectively with group work, and sets a strong example for others to follow. This sophomore’s enthusiasm and leadership have a positive impact on both his peers and the overall classroom dynamic. Super-active in his school’s community events, but he balances that with excellence in both academics and athletics.

For Grade 11: Naim Diab--This junior is a great student, who works hard and puts a lot of time into his academics. He is consistently one of the top students in Chemistry, responsible in the lab and always conscientious regarding all assignments. He suffered an injury recently, but did not let that be a setback for his continual growth in his classes. He stayed on top of his work despite his many absences due to doctor appointments and kept open a clear line of communication with his teachers.

He always lends a helping hand to teachers and peers when needed.

For Grade 12: Seth Guerrero--What a great senior; very respectful and always kind! He stays on top of his work and makes sure to do the very best that he can. He is always humble and, in terms of his character, lets his actions speak louder than his words. He pushes himself to do more, even when he has already mastered the material, and his questions in and even outside of class reflect continuous curiosity about the world. He is a natural leader, who knows to also allow others to express themselves.

Nicolas Adalin

Evan Cipriani

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Naim Diab

Seth Guerrero

CROSS COUNTRY CHAMPS

LEAGUE CHAMPIONSHIP PATCHES PRESENTED TO VARSITY TEAM The Tiger Cross Country varsity team received their Del Rey League Championship patches at the recent sports rally.

Congratulations, team!

Left to right are: Coach Marlena Jackson, senior Danny Cendejas, sophomore Evan Cipriani, senior Andrew Rodriguez, senior Vincent Hernandez, senior Micah Wong, senior Jaedon Vo, senior Jacob Campa, freshman Noah Villanueva, Coach Brad Stolz Missing: Coach Oscar Perez, Head Coach Blayze Fimbres In addition, Vincent Hernandez was 2nd Team All League. Danny Cendejas, Evan Cipriani, and Andrew Rodriguez were in the top ten of the Del Rey League and were Ist Team All League.

WILDFIRE TUITION RELIEF --TECHMEN HELPING TECHMEN

THANKS TO YOU, DISPLACED STUDENTS’ TUITION HAS BEEN COVERED!

Your support have been overwhelming! Thanks to you, families of Tech students displaced by the recent wildfires have one less thing to worry about.

The Tech community’s generous response to our recent Disaster-related Tuition Assistance appeal surpassed $20,000, the initial estimated need to cover the cost of spring tuition for Altadenaarea students who lost their homes. Alumni and friends responded immediately, giving more than $26,300!

While we understand that as the extent of the wildfire damage is determined, costs will increase for impacted families, we are incredibly grateful that, through your kindness, these students’ tuition is covered. Gifts can be made conveniently and safely through www.boscotech. edu/giving.

HELP CHANGE THE GAME FOR STUDENTS JOIN US ON MARCH 8 FOR BISHOP DAVE’S BLARNEY & BLESSINGS 2025

The Bosco Tech community comes together on Saturday, March 8 to remember the one and only Bishop David O’Connell. And this year, we’re changing the game. In 2025, our annual St. Patrick’s celebration will become a total Bosco Tech experience - showcasing the students, their talents, their projects, and the innovative technology programs that your generosity supports.

What else is new this year? In addition to a new experience, this event won’t feature an auction or any heavy-handed funding requests. Instead, we are asking you to directly support our programs and students, and help us reach our $100,000 goal BEFORE the event. Let’s change the game - again!

Witness the game-changing difference the Tech is making in young people’s lives! Pregister and donate today at boscotech.edu/stpatricks

ALUMNI, WE’RE HEADED YOUR WAY COMING SOON TO A CITY NEAR YOU!

Alumni, join us in the coming weeks for networking with your Tech brothers from the area.

Getting together Techmen, no matter where you live--that’s what these free gatherings are all about.

No speeches, no fund requests--just an opportunity to catch up with Tech alumni in your neighborhood, enjoy appetizers and a beverage in a low-key setting, and visit with your brothers for a while.

Recently on hand at Capitol Hill’s Union Pub in DC were (front, left to right): Albert Angel (EL ‘90), Frank Frazier (EL ‘82), Richard Schouten (DR ‘86), (second row, left to right) Memo Gutierrez (AU ‘83), Matthew Engquist (MSET ‘16), Robert Buenaventura (MS ‘97), Jeff Eppink (BT ‘73), Chris Arntzen (EL ‘67), and Frank Nevarez (ME ‘87). For details on upcoming gatherings, visit https://www.boscotech.edu/alumni/out-of-town-alumni-receptions FEBRUARY 2025 6th - Ventura 20th - Poenix 27th - South OC

MARCH 2025 20th - Pasadena

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APRIL 2025 3rd - Inland Empire 10th - Vegas 24th - South Bay

HERE TO HELP

COST-FREE ON-CAMPUS COUNSELING IS AVAILABLE

The Tech welcomes to the team two new CPLA Counselors, Alexis (Mon/Wed) and Sydney (Thurs). They join Jack Newton (Tues/Fri). Last semester’s counselors Dewei and Selena are not continuing with us.

As a reminder, if you have a student who you’re concerned about, or would like to refer for CPLA services, you can do so with their online referral link: • English - https://forms.gle/p7hjc1jXihckYhES7 • Spanish - https://forms.gle/adGvtw4cUCohGj1P9 Informed Consent Forms are also required for all students: • Student (Under 18) (English) • Student (Over 18) (English) • Student (Under 18) (Spanish) • Student (Over 18) (Spanish) Bios on each counselor are available for your review. Their contact information is: JACK NEWTON (Antioch University) Tuesdays and Fridays, 7:30am-3pm Google Voice #: (424) 434-8296 CPLA Email: jack.donbosco@counselingpartnersofla.org BOSCO EMAIL: JNewton@BoscoTech.edu

SYDNEY COBLENTZ (CSUF) Thursdays, 7:30am-3pm Google Voice #: (626) 869-9829 CPLA Email: sydney.donbosco@counselingpartnersofla.org BOSCO EMAIL: scoblentz@boscotech.edu

ALEXIS BUENO (Alliant University) Mondays and Wednesdays, 7:30am-3pm Google Voice #: (909) 833-1626 CPLA Email: alexis.donbosco@counselingpartnersofla.org BOSCO EMAIL: abueno@boscotech.edu

Sydney Coblentz

Alexis Bueno

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Jack Newton

IN GRATITUDE

The Bosco Tech community is extremely grateful for all recent donations made by generous foundations, organizations and alumni. Among those gifts: January 2025 Name Dan Murphy Foundation The Madrid Family Foundation The Cranston Family Charitable Trust/ Philip Rinaldi Trust John E. Bel The John B. and Nelly Llanos Kilroy Foundation The Hohne Family Charitable Trust

Amount $600,000 $ 25,000 $ 23,750

Purpose Campus additions & improvements Scholarships Scholarships

$ 5,000

Campus additions & improvements

$ 5,000

Scholarships

$ 5,000

Unrestricted

Special Disaster Related Tuition Assistance Fund--Thank you to all donors. Below are those who gave $500 and more: Arnold Alvarez Frank & Belinda Bayerque Thomas Mark Bleak Eugene & Patricia Canzano Juancarlos Chacon

Ignacio Corrales Donald & Anne Gibbs Raymond Gritton Chris & Jenny Hansen Claude LeBlanc

John Masterman David Quezada Eric Richardson Peter Velazquez

Bosco Tech truly appreciates our benefactors who share our mission to educate young people.

Please let us know if you have connections to a charitable foundation, or if your employer has a grant-making program. Contact Manager of Foundation Relations Anne Sigoloff at asigoloff@ boscotech.edu or (626) 940-2027.

SJB FEAST DAY CELEBRATION THANK YOU, ALUMNI ASSOCIATION & PARENT COUNCIL! Thank you to the Tech’s Parent Council and Alumni Association who hosted a delicious breakfast and lunch, respectively, for our students on the Feast Day of St. John Bosco.

The well-fed students attended an assembly and Mass and competed in Salesian Spirit Game-style athletic competitions, fueled by all the good food.

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ANNUAL ENROLLMENT & TUITION ASSISTANCE UPCOMING DATES FOR THE 2025-2026 SCHOOL YEAR

BY ACCOUNTS RECEIVABLE ADMINISTRATOR DORIS LONGORIA The online FACTS Grant & Aid Tuition Assistance application and Enrollment Packet for the school year 2025-2026 is accessible through your FACTS Family Portal on Friday, Nov. 1. It is necessary for parents to apply annually online for enrollment and tuition assistance; additionally, the enrollment packet must be completed and submitted before applying for tuition assistance.

To access Enrollment, visit www.boscotech.edu: • From the top right-hand corner, select Student/Parent Hub, • Scroll down and click on FACTS Login. DBTI-CA is the district code.

• Sign in with your username and password, select Parent then select Login.

• On the left side of the FACTS Family Portal home page, select Apply/Enroll, • Select Enrollment/Reenrollment, • Select Click Here to Open Enrollment, • Select the Start Enrollment Packet.

Please note that Enrollment Packets are pre-populated; please update information carefully and confirm the data before submitting your enrollment packet. This information becomes your son’s permanent school record.

As stated in the contract, an enrollment fee of $700 is charged to your FACTS payment plan and split into two payments of $350 each, due on February 21 and March 21, 2025, with an automatic withdrawal from your FACTS payment plan account. A Student Service Fee of $800 is split in two payments of $400, due on April 21, and May 16, 2025. Please contact Mrs. Doris Longoria at dlongoria@boscotech.edu with any questions.

The deadline to submit an online Enrollment Packet and Tuition Assistance application is November 1, 2024, thru February 7, 2025; no exception can be made after the deadline.

To apply for Tuition Assistance: Once the enrollment packet is submitted, you can complete the online tuition assistance application through FACTS Grant & Aid, by following the steps below: • Returning families can log in to your FACTS Family Portal.

• On the home page select Financial, and then select Apply for FACTS Grant & Aid • Sign in with your email and password.

• Click on Start Tuition Assistance Application.

• Select the appropriate school year 2025-2026.

• Complete the steps as prompted and upload all the required (Continued)

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ANNUAL ENROLLMENT & TUITION ASSISTANCE CONTINUED documents.

• Submit with FACTS Grant & Aid processing fee of $45.

Applicants will not be reviewed until all required documentation is uploaded and the Grant & Aid fee paid.

Please note that if your FACTS account is past due, your Tuition Assistance application may be denied. The Tuition Assistance Program is designed to provide funds to eligible students from institutional and private funding sources.

Tuition Assistance awards are valid for the year of application only. Assurance of an award is not guaranteed on an annual basis and depends on many factors, including available funding and application timing. We encourage families in need of Tuition Assistance to apply by the suggested dates.

Please contact Mr. John Garcia at jgarcia@boscotech.edu with any questions pertaining to tuition assistance.

UPCOMING BOOSTER EVENT? SHARE THE NEWS WITH TECHMEN IN BI-WEEKLY NEWSLETTER If your student’s team or club has an upcoming fundraising activity, we want to help! We can share the information with Tech alumni. Twice a month, the electronic Tech Connection newsletter goes out to several thousand alumni for whom we have valid email addresses (their contact information is confidential and cannot be shared). We want to help keep them involved and update to date about their alma mater and everything happening on campus.

Please send pre-approved flyers, event details, and photos, Mrs. Karen Krynen at kkrynen@ boscotech.edu far enough in advance to ensure space in the upcoming issue.

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COLLEGE ACCEPTANCES ROLLING IN BE SURE TO SHARE YOUR GOOD NEWS WITH US

USC, Purdue, Temple University--the list of our seniors’ college acceptances is getting very long! Senior parents, as your son receives good news, please remind him to record it in his SCOIR account.

Not only do we want to celebrate with him, but our College Counseling Department carefully tracks this information to help future students.

Questions? Please contact Ms. Christi Gambill at cgambill@boscotech.edu

ON-CAMPUS SAT EXAM IS MARCH 28 CONVENIENT OPPORTUNITY FOR TECH JUNIORS

Following a very successful SAT School Day this past Fall for seniors, the Tech is offering a convenient opportunity for juniors to take the SAT this Spring. They can sign up to take the exam on campus during a school day, Friday, March 28 (https://gofan.co/event/3094253?schoolId=CA18801) The test is administered online and students can use their own devices; please review the College Board rules regarding what is allowed. Students can indicate on the sign-up form they would like to borrow a laptop from the Tech to test.

Although 80% of colleges and universities (like the UC’s and CSU’s) do not require test scores, many elite colleges have decided to again require them. (Some examples include Caltech, MIT, Purdue, Yale, Harvard, Stanford, Dartmouth, Brown, UT Austin, Vanderbilt, and Wisconsin.)

Bosco Tech’s counseling department encourages our juniors to take at least one standardized test--either an SAT or ACT--and in providing our students with a Spring SAT School Day, we hope to make the process easier on students and parents. We will also offer an SAT School Day for seniors in October 2025.

The exam registration cost is $64 and If you believe you may qualify for a fee waiver, please email Ms. Christi Gambill at cgambill@boscotech.

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FEBRUARY 2025 Please note that dates, events and locations are subject to change. Check the school’s full calendar at https://www.boscotech.edu/student-life/calendar for the latest updates.

MON

2/3

SOPHOMORE RETREAT 8 AM TO 3 PM

TUES

2/4

PARENT COUNCIL MEETING AT 6 PM

THUR

2/6

EARLY DISMISSAL AT 12:15 PM (FACULTY IN-SERVICE IN AFTERNOON)

FRI

2/7

RE-ENROLLMENT & TUITION ASSISTANCE DEADLINE

SAT

2/8

S.T.A.R. TUTORING AT 9 AM

ALUMNI ASSOCIATION MEETING MON

2/10

JUNIOR RETREAT FROM 8 AM TO 3 PM

FRI

2/14

HAPPY ST. VALENTINE’S DAY

MON

2/17

PRESIDENTS DAY (SCHOOL CLOSED)

WED 2/19 ENGINEERS DAY THUR

2/20

L.A. RELIGIOUS EDUCATION CONGRESS YOUTH DAY

FRI-SUN

2/21-2/23

L.A. RELIGIOUS EDUCATION CONGRESS

FRI

2/21

STUDENT-FREE DAY (TEACHER IN-SERVICE DAY)

SAT

2/22

S.T.A.R. TUTORING AT 9 AM

WED

2/26

JUNIOR UNITY CEREMONY AT 6 PM

FRI

2/28

VALENTINES DAY DANCE AT 7 PM

TUE

3/4

PARENT COUNCIL MEETING AT 6 PM

WED

3/5

ASH WEDNESDAY (LITURGY AT 10:35 AM)

THUR

3/6

EARLY DISMISSAL (FACULTY IN-SERVICE IN PM)

FRI

3/7

ADMISSION NOTIFICATIONS SENT

SAT

3/8

S.T.A.R. TUTORING AT 9 AM

ST. PATRICK’S CELEBRATION AT 5 PM