January 2026

BOSCO TECH’S MONTHLY NEWSLETTER

THE GEAR

ISSUE 158 JAN 2026

2025 MARIAN DAY GAMES

A MESSAGE FROM THE PRINCIPAL Dear Tech family-In his blessing of the faithful in the New Year 2000, Pope John Paul II said, “I wish you a year filled with serenity and happiness: may you always be certain of God’s love for us.”

“As he did two thousand years ago, Christ comes today with His saving Gospel to guide the uncertain and faltering steps of peoples and nations, leading them towards a future of true hope...”

A new year brings uncertainty for us all and that, naturally, can create a feeling of unease about the unknown. Still vitally relevant today, Pope John Paul II’s words remind us of God’s unchanging love and constant presence in our lives. No matter what, He will be with us and His care will be continual--He can be trusted no matter our circumstances. Christ’s saving Gospel and guidance are an unchanging source of daily hope.

I pray that 2026 will bring great blessings to you and your loved ones and that as we step into another year, your family will thrive and witness the Lord’s presence throughout the months ahead. May His peace fill your home and guide each loved one as we turn a page on the calendar.

Please join me in specific prayer for our students: • Seniors--as they await college acceptances and determine their future post-secondary studies.

• All our students--as they undertake a new semester of coursework.

• Freshmen--who will begin in-depth study in their chosen technology.

• Prospective freshmen--who are making important decisions about where they will attend high school, and if that is Bosco Tech, that their years here will be happy and fruitful.

Best wishes for a peaceful and prosperous 2026. May each of us be continually aware of God’s presence in all we do!

May God richly bless you and your family, Jeff Krynen Principal and Tech alumnus (BT ‘83)

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SCHOOL ACCREDITATION UPDATE Accreditation is a quality assurance procedure that examines an educational institution’s practices, judged by a outside agency. Accreditation confirms that a school provides a quality education, meeting standards set by reputable sources. It assures colleges, employers, and the public that transcripts are valid, credits transfer, and the school is committed to providing a quality program.

Because Bosco Tech is both a college-preparatory high school and a Catholic institution, the school is accredited by both the Western Association of Schools & Colleges and the Western Catholic Educational Association. This joint accreditation process assures our constituents of the school’s continued excellence in education.

Leading up to a scheduled March 2026 external review that will conclude the stringent process, the Tech community has completed rigorous self-studies that involved all faculty, staff, parents, alumni, and students who reviewed each area of campus life from youth ministry activities to curriculum quality to college counseling.

At this time, the published self study has been submitted to the L.A Archdiocese Department of Catholic Schools that oversees the 250 schools in the region and works closely with the WCEA. Additionally, meetings have begun with the chair of the external review site team that consists of experienced educators from throughout California.

The final component of renewing accreditation is the important site visit planned for March 24-26. We will keep you closely informed about the site visit and the visiting review team’ recommendations.

MAKING SPIRITS BRIGHT

Special thanks to Dr. Carolina Schmeisser who annually adds holiday cheer to the 600 classroom building hallway each year with festive decorations.

“When we decorate for Christmas, we are not just hanging lights; we’re creating a space where joy, togetherness, and imagination can shine,” Dr. Schmeisser said. “Decorating the 600 building hall for Christmas is more than just making the space look festive. It has real benefits for students and staff to bring them warmth and excitement, helping students feel welcomed and uplifted during this wonderful season at the school.”

Also, when students see their own handmade Christmas decorations on display, it helps them to feel connected to something mindful. The decorations can inspire students, spark creativity and make the environment more engaging. Lastly, as a Catholic school, we want to commemorate the birth of Jesus!” Amen, Dr. schmeisser, and thank you!

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SENIORS ALREADY GETTING GREAT NEWS Good news is already coming in for the class of 2026--a brief snapshot update about our senior class: • Impressively, more than $700,000 in scholarships has already been awarded to six seniors.

• Congratulations to Massimo Sorce (ACE ‘26) and Tomas Diego Carranza (MAT ‘26) for the following: • Massimo Sorce earned a $4,000 scholarship at mid-December’s CREATE competition in which the ACE team competed in Sacramento.

• Tomas Diego Carranza earned the the Hispanic Heritage Foundation’s Gold Youth Award for Journalism & Media. The $1,000 award now qualifies Tomas to apply for even larger scholarships.

Stay tuned for more good news in the coming weeks! Senior parents can remind their sons to update their status on Scoir (click on the word here). There is a helpful video tutorial showing how to do it.

HONORING A TECH ICON ON JAN. 14

CELEBRATE TECH BASKETBALL LEGEND WITH US

Join us at the Tiger basketball home game against Verbum Dei on Jan. 14 when we will recognize Tech legend and twotime All American Wayne Engelstad (PH ‘85). A vital part of the Tech’s champion team, Wayne helped the 1984 Division I team shoot to #12 in the nation with his skill, averaging 25.3 points per game.

Prior to the game, a brief jersey retirement ceremony will be held to honor Wayne’s contributions and achievements.

The frosh game starts at 4 p.m., JV at 5:30, and varsity at 7. We hope to see you there!

TECH ALUMNI, ARE YOU HEARING FROM US? If you or a Techman friend is not hearing about upcoming alumni events, please make sure we have your current contact information. Visit www.boscotech.edu/alumni/info.

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COLLEGE ACCEPTANCE LIST IS GROWING It’s only the end December, but the Tech senior class is already getting good news from colleges and universities across the country. Congratulations to the class of 2026 on acceptances to the following: Baylor University Cal Poly Humboldt Cal State Fullerton Cal State LA Cal State Northridge Cal State San Bernardino Charles R. Drew University Colorado State University Concordia University Irvine Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University

Mount Saint Mary’s University Oregon Institute of Technology Oregon State University Regis College Saint Mary’s College of California Santa Clara University Universal Technical Institute

University of Alaska Fairbanks University of La Verne University of Nevada, Las Vegas University of New England University of Redlands University of San Francisco University of the Pacific Woodbury University

Stay tuned for more good news in the coming weeks! Senior parents can remind their sons to update their status on Scoir (click on the word here). There is a helpful video tutorial showing how to do it. College Counseling has also created a Google Form to track scholarships.

Don Bosco Technical Institute Mission Statement 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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IN GRATITUDE The Bosco Tech community is extremely grateful for all recent donations made by generous foundations, organizations and alumni. Among those gifts: Name

Mary L. Hohne Cedric Devaney Gene Haas Foundation Graue Family Foundation (Martin Bloes) Richter Family Foundation The Hugh & Hazel Darling Foundation Dan Murphy Foundation

Amount $ 2,000 $ 3,000 $ 3,000 $ 5,000 $ 5,000 $ 15,000 $ 600,000

Purpose Annual Fund Annual Fund Robotics Grant Annual Fund Annual Fund Tuition Assistance: New Academic Building

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.

ALUMNI, WE’RE HEADED YOUR WAY

COMING SOON TO A VENUE NEAR YOU!

San Gabriel Valley Techmen filled the patio at Clearman’s Village (the Boat) on Dec. 11. The annual Christmas gathering of local alumni proved to be a popular event once again.

More regional alumni get togethers are schedule for the new year. Visit https:// www.boscotech.edu/alumni/out-oftown-alumni-receptions for details.

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. Visit https://www.boscotech.edu/alumni/out-of-town-alumni-receptions for details.

Palm Springs Ventura Phoenix South OC

Jan. 15 Feb. 5 Feb. 19 Feb. 26

Pasadena Inland Empire Las Vegas

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Mar. 26 Apr. 9 Apr. 16

South Bay Denver Long Beach

Apr. 30 May 14 May 21

AMBASSADOR LEADERSHIP SPOTLIGHT Bosco Tech’s Ambassadors program is an opportunity for students to develop leadership and communication skills by promoting the school, assisting with official events like Shadow Day Visits, High School Fairs, and Classroom Presentations. The program also offers students opportunities to earn service hours and build community spirit. In alphabetical order, these are our 2025-2026 Ambassador leaders: Mario Barbosa (MSET ‘26), Internal Vice President--I got involved with Ambassadors because during my shadow day, I was impressed with the facilities and the school in general. I wanted to join so I could give other students who were deciding on a high school a chance to see what our school has to offer. A student’s first experience on the campus influences their decision on choosing a high school, and I wanted to help students with that decision by showing them all that Bosco Tech has to offer. I hope that my work will enable potential students to make the best decision about choosing their high school. I also hope that the newer Ambassadors we’ve trained will also take pride in helping potential students with their decisions on where to go to school. The best thing I have gained from being in Ambassadors is improving my relational skills. With the various tours that I do, it is important to connect with the visitors to make them feel comfortable and engaged in the tour. I would definitely recommend that younger students to get involved with Ambassadors because members get to go to various events and meet alumni of the school from different years, techs, and industries. Alumni are always curious to learn about how the school is evolving, and it is interesting to hear their stories about their time at Bosco Tech.

Andy Cao (BMET ‘27), Ambassador Leader--I got involved because being an Ambassador genuinely changed my Bosco experience before I was even a student here. When I was deciding on high schools, alumnus Ian Kalvinskas was a huge reason I chose Bosco Tech. He made the school feel welcoming, exciting, and real. It did not feel scripted or forced. I remember thinking, I want to be that person for someone else someday. Becoming an Ambassador felt like the most natural way to give back to a program that helped shape such an important decision in my life. I hope my work helps build excitement and confidence in the future of Bosco Tech, especially as we move into this really important moment of becoming a coed school. That change matters. It represents growth, inclusion, and progress, and I want younger students to feel proud and excited to be part of that future. If a student walks away from a visit feeling seen, encouraged, and excited about Bosco, then I know I have done something right. Something I have gotten out of the experience: This experience has helped me grow so much as a communicator and as a professional. I am more confident speaking to adults, guiding groups, and adapting to different situations. More than anything, it has shown me how powerful it is to invest in younger students and help shape the future of a school you care about. One hundred percent yes, I would recommend that a younger student become an Ambassador! Being an Ambassador teaches you how to talk to people, how to lead with confidence, and how to represent something bigger than yourself. You learn how to connect with younger students who are nervous, curious, and full of questions, because you were once in their place.

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Dylan Casas (MSAT ‘26), Vice President, External Events--I joined the Ambassador Program my freshman year because I wanted to help Bosco find its new generation of students while simultaneously helping middle schoolers figure out where they wanted to attend high school. This year, I hope to successfully appeal to and gain new male and female students to help implement the co-ed transition. I recommend becoming involved in this type of program because it helps with public speaking and presentation skills while helping the school itself grow. I’ve gained a lot more confidence, insight; and pride for my school as well as friends and connections while being involved in the program. I look forward to seeing it grow in the future.

Jacob Martinez (CSEE ‘26), President--I was first introduced to the program as an eighth grader, when the kindness and openness of the Ambassadors immediately made Bosco Tech feel like home and showed me what my future there could be. Inspired by that experience, I joined the program as a freshman and have remained involved ever since. Over the past four years, being an ambassador has been one of the most meaningful parts of my high school experience, shaping me into a more confident leader while providing lasting friendships, mentors, and opportunities to develop communication, teamwork, and leadership skills. I am especially proud to have worked with the leadership team over the past three years to strengthen the program and prepare the next generation of Ambassadors. Moving forward, my fellow leaders and I are committed to ensuring the program continues to represent Bosco Tech as a strong, united, and welcoming community, and I hope more students choose to take advantage of this opportunity because the experiences and memories gained are truly worth it.

Nathan Mendez Osorio (CSEE ‘28), Ambassador Leader--My reasoning for getting involved in the Ambassador Program was that I wanted to help the school showcase itself to other students and to promote up-and-coming 9th graders to see the wonders that Bosco Tech has to offer. I hope my work will give students the chance to see the school and imagine their future at Bosco Tech, while also instilling in them a sense of community and importance here at this school. One of the most valuable skills I’ve gained from my experience as an Ambassador leader is stronger public speaking and overall communication. In this role, I’ve had the opportunity to participate in events that require me to speak formally while still expressing my personality and genuine love for the school. I’d recommend that students get involved in this role because the work you do as an Ambassador provides a strong sense of purpose. It allows you to take part in activities that are both rewarding and genuinely enjoyable for everyone involved.

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David Morales (CSEE ‘27), Ambassador Leader--I became involved in the program after hearing about the opportunity from Luis Camacho, who was the president of the club then. Although I did not participate during my freshman year, I became involved during my sophomore year, which eventually led to the Ambassador Leader position I hold this year. My goal is to inform prospective students about the various programs Bosco offers, ranging from athletics to our many clubs and extracurricular activities. I believe students should get involved in programs such as Ambassadors because they provide opportunities to express individual strengths and share those strengths with future generations of students. One of my most meaningful experiences has been learning about my shadows and how their school systems operate, while also offering my personal perspective on their classes. Additionally, I provide them with valuable insight into what they should focus on as they begin high school.

Sagan Rapp (BMET ‘27), Ambassador Leader--I got involved as a freshman because I wanted to represent my school and show people everything it has to offer. Our advanced technology resources and the uniqueness of our student body is something that should be displayed. I also wanted the chance to share my own story and help others see what makes our school special.

Being part of this program felt like a way to contribute to the community while growing personally. I hope my work as an Ambassador encourages prospective students and their families to explore our school and see why it’s a great place to learn and grow. More than just attracting new students, I want to make our school stronger by highlighting its strengths and helping others feel excited about being part of it. I would definitely recommend it. The program challenges you to step out of your comfort zone and handle real-world situations, which is the best way to grow.

Representing your school gives you perspective on what makes it unique, builds confidence, and teaches you skills you can use for the rest of your life. Through this program, I’ve developed public speaking skills, gained confidence, and deepened my passion for our school.

I’ve learned how to communicate effectively, connect with a variety of people, and take pride in being part of a community I care about.

Sebastian Rosas-Garcia (IDEA ‘28), Sophomore Ambassador Leader-I got involved in the Ambassador program because I wanted to help represent our school and be even more involved with our community.

Through my work as an Ambassador, I hope to encourage participation, build connections, and help make the program more welcoming and impactful for others. I would definitely recommend getting involved to other students, as it’s a great opportunity to develop leadership skills, gain confidence, and feel more connected to the community. One of the biggest things I’ve gotten out of this experience is improved communication skills and a stronger sense of responsibility and teamwork.

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Ezio Veneziano (IDEA ‘28), Ambassador Leader--I really wanted to do my part in representing Bosco Tech and to be able to bring this school to as many people as possible. I hope I can be the reason someone decides to go to Bosco. Whether it were me being welcoming, giving a good tour, or someone just enjoyed their shadow day, I hope to allow others to feel the brotherhood we all have. Being an Ambassador is ultimately just a fun thing to do. You make tons of memories and learn valuable skills. It gives you excellent leadership and communication skills and is a great opportunity for someone to just get out of their shell. Something I’ve gotten out of this experience is just the memories I’ve made. I love that feeling after dropping a shadow off with their parent and knowing I did the best I could to make sure they enjoyed their day and that they fell in love with Bosco like I have!

! p i h s r e d a e L r o d a s s a b m A , u o Y k n Tha GIVE THE TECH REVIEW

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JANUARY 2026

BY ATHLETIC DIRECTOR RICARDO GONZALEZ Winter is here. If you are interested in playing a sport this year, be on the lookout for information from coaches, the athletic department and our instagram @BoscoTechTigers.

SOCCER- @bosco_tech_soccer FRIDAY JAN 2ND- HOME vs Verbum Dei (JV 2PM/ VAR 3:30PM WEDNESDAY JAN 7TH- AWAY @ St Bernard (Var 3:30pm) FRIDAY JAN 9TH- HOME (JV 2PM VS Whittier Christian) (Var 3:30pm vs Serra) WEDNESDAY JAN 14TH- AWAY @ Cantwell SH (Var 5pm) FRIDAY JAN 16TH- HOME (JV 2pm vs St Paul) (Var vs Mary Star 3:30pm) WEDNESDAY JAN 21ST- AWAY @ Verbum Dei (JV 2pm/ Var 3:30pm) FRIDAY JAN 23RD- HOME VS St Bernard @ (Var 3:15pm) WEDNESDAY JAN 28TH- AWAY (JV @ Verbum Dei 3pm) (Var @ Serra 3pm) FRIDAY JAN 30TH- HOME VS Cantwell SH @ (Var 3:15pm) SENIOR GAME MONDAY FEB 2ND- HOME VS Verbum Dei JV 2:30pm/ AWAY @ Mary Star 3pm BASKETBALL @boscotechbb FRIDAY JAN 2ND- AWAY @ Serra (FROSH 4PM/ JV 5:30/ VAR 7) WEDNESDAY JAN 7TH- HOME @ Bishop Amat (FROSH 4PM/ JV 5:30/ VAR 7) FRIDAY JAN 9TH- AWAY @ Bishop Montgomery (FROSH 4PM/ JV 5:30/ VAR 7) WEDNESDAY JAN 14TH- HOME VS Verbum Dei (JV 5:30/ VAR 7) - Ceremony for Wayne Englestad WEDNESDAY JAN 21ST- HOME VS Serra (FROSH 4PM/ JV 5:30/ VAR 7) FRIDAY JAN 23RD- AWAY @ Bishop Amat (FROSH 4PM/ JV 5:30/ VAR 7)) WEDNESDAY JAN 28TH- HOME VS Bishop Montgomery (FROSH 4PM/ JV 5:30/ VAR 7) SENIOR NIGHT FRIDAY JAN 30TH- AWAY @ Verbum Dei (JV 5:30/ VAR 7) FOOTBALL Congratulations to junior Dallas Jaregui (RB/LB) for making 1st Team All Camino Real League!

Also, junior Gerardo Rodriguez (OL/DL), sophomore Noah Yamaguchi (WR) and freshman Charles Davison (DB) were selected 2nd Team All Camino Real League!

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CROSS COUNTRY Congratulations to junior Evan Cipriani and sophomore Noah Villanueva for making 1st Team All Del Rey League and senior Nicholas Renteria and sophomore Isaac Macias for being 2nd Team All Del Rey League! Great job fellas!

BASEBALL @boscotechbaseball Coach Duhamel and his teams are preparing for fall and winter ball with training after school at the field. Follow for more news and updates.

GOLF Coach Brian Waters leads his growing golf program into another strong season in the Del Rey League for next year. Contact bwaters@boscotech.edu for more information on training and winter work going into the spring season.

TENNIS Contact Coach Rudy Herrera rherrera@boscotech.edu for more information on practices and opportunities to join the team! Winter Training will be starting soon.

VOLLEYBALL For information, please contact Coach Reyes at dreyes@boscotech.edu

GET YOUR SPONSORSHIP/FOURSOME TODAY! Bosco Tech is thrilled to present the 37th Annual Golf Classic on Monday, May 4, 2026, at the Glendora Country Club. Check-in begins at 8 a.m.; shotgun start is at 10 a.m.

Golfers all receive breakfast upon arrival, a swag bag, complimentary practice tee for warm-ups, golf, drinks and lunch on course, and admission to the infamous posttournament 19th Hole Gathering!

Proceeds from the Golf Classic go directly to the Bosco Tech Alumni Scholarship Fund. Since 1955, the Tech’s focus has been educating students from all walks of life. Your sponsorships and registration support over 70% of their families to afford a nationally unique education.

Join our Cinco de Mayo celebration at Glendora Country Club. Sponsorship registration is now open; visit https://www. boscotech.edu/golfclassic

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TUITION ASSISTANCE FOR 2026-’27 Tuition assistance application is available as of November 3, 2025 and the deadline date to submit is February 6, 2026 – “No exception will be made after the deadline of February 6, 2026.”

Parents must apply annually online for tuition assistance through the FACTS Family Portal.

Once the reenrollment packet is submitted apply for the online tuition assistance application through the FACTS Grant & Aid, by following the steps below: • Returning families 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 2026-2027.

• Complete the steps as prompted and upload all the required documents.

• Submit with FACTS Tuition assistance processing fee of $45.00.

Please note: The information requested above is essential to FACTS and the Tuition Assistance Committee for review. The committee feels a strong responsibility to make fair and logical decisions. Therefore, your responsibility, if you wish to be considered for tuition assistance, is to provide updated and valid information.

To ensure your application receives full consideration, please complete each step indicated above. Any incomplete applications will not be reviewed. We expect that all recipients of tuition assistance maintain both good academic standing and conduct. Additionally, please note that if your FACTS account is past due, your tuition assistance may be affected. We are dedicated to helping families afford a Bosco Tech education.

We hope that applicants find our process straightforward and easy to complete. Thank you for your time and consideration.

If you have any questions, please contact Mr. John Garcia at jgarcia@boscotech.edu.

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REENROLLMENT FOR 2026-’27 It’s that time of year again for families to apply for Fall 2026! The deadline to submit the online enrollment packet is February 6, 2026. Submitting your enrollment packet early or on time helps us prepare for a successful school year! The online reenrollment packet is currently accessible through your FACTS Family Portal.

• Parents must apply annually online for reenrollment through the FACTS Family Portal.

• The reenrollment packet is required to be filled out and submitted before applying for tuition assistance.

Accessing via the Tech’s website: • Please go to www.boscotech.edu, from the top right-hand corner • select Student/Parent Hub • scroll down click on FACTS Login • DBTI-CA is the district code • sign in with your Username and Password • select Parent and then select Login.

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

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

As stated in the Enrollment Contract, an enrollment fee of $700 is charged to your FACTS payment plan account and is split into two payments of $350 each, with a due date of Feb. 27, 2026, and March 27, 2026 as an automatic withdrawal from your FACTS payment plan account.

Following charges are the Student Service Fees of $800, split in two payments of $400 on April 24, 2026 and May 15, 2026.

We are looking forward to providing your child with a productive school year!

If you have any questions, please contact Mrs. Doris Longoria at dlongoria@boscotech.edu

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KIDZ FEEDING KIDZ MAKES INT’L NEWS Tech students have made international news again! Current sophomore Nicolas Adalin (MSET ‘28) and older brother Nolan (BMET ‘25)—now attending USC—and their classmates once again hosted another successful Kidz Feeding Kids Thanksgiving food drive that the brothers started a few years back. The Agenzia Info Salesiana, an international Salesian News Agency based in Rome, ran the story! Visit https://www. infoans.org/en/sections/news-photos/ item/26284-usa-kidz-feeding-kidzthanksgiving-outreach UPDATE: Kidz Feeding Kidz organized and hosted a toy drive at the East Los Angeles Youth Community Center in mid-December. In addition to delicious holiday treats for the guests, there was a mountain of books to choose from, backpacks filled with school supplies for each child, and toys personally delivered by Santa Claus (who arrived at the party on his Harley Davidson!)

FRESHMEN MAKE TECH SELECTION Congratulations to our freshman class who recently chose their technology program for the next three and a half years!

“MSET is a great tech for me because it’s hands-on and exciting,” said freshman Nicolas Adalin. “In the foundry, we get to create objects from metal, and in the welding lab, we learn how to fuse metals together using different techniques. I enjoy working with my hands to understand new topics. Bosco Tech is the only school that offers these unique opportunities, and no other schools have this. I am excited to learn more skills and apply them in the future. This is the kind of learning I have always wanted!”

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HONOR SOCIETIES INDUCT MEMBERS Congratulations to Bosco Tech’s National Honor Society and Hispanic Honor Society inductees. Both groups welcomed news members into their chapters at an induction ceremony on Dec. 10.

2025 NATIONAL HONOR SOCIETY INDUCTEES Nicolas Adalin Jose Alvarez, Jr. Valentino Consolida Ernesto Cosme Kaysen Duhamel Jalen Jovellanos Ricardo Martinez

Enrique Mercado Vincent Nieves Nicholas Renteria Sean Resendez Alejandro Rico Sebastian Rosas-Garcia Aleister Santana

Oscar Sun Arnel Tacadena Matthew Tran Ricky Tran Dominic Valdez Paul Vasquez Dylan Vo

2025 NATIONAL HISPANIC HONOR SOCIETY Nicolas Adalin Brandon Ayala Raymond Cervantes Alex Chavez Dallas Jauregui

Hovan Kuftedjian Dominic Monroe David Parks Vincent Nieves Nicholas Renteria

Aidan Ramos Alejandro Rico Diego Romero Aleister Santana Dominic Valdez

About the National Honor Society: The National Honor Society (NHS), established in 1921, is the nation’s premier organization for recognizing outstanding high school students. More than simply on honor roll, NHS celebrates students who demonstrate excellence in Scholarship, Leadership, Service, and Character. These values have defined the organization since its founding.

About the National Hispanic Honor Society: The National Hispanic Honor Society is a prestigious organization for high school students enrolled in Spanish and/or Portuguese, sponsored by the American Association of Teachers of Spanish and Portuguese. It was originally founded in 1953 as the Spanish National Honor Scoeity, and its name was officially changed to the National Hispanice Honor Scoeity in 1959. Today, the society includes more than 2,000 chapters across the nation and internationally.

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NOVEMBER STUDENTS OF THE MONTH The Bosco Tech Student of the Month award recognizes success in the classroom, as well as celebrating the outstanding characteristics of our students as citizens of the school community.

As voted on by their teachers to receive this recognition, the November Students of the Month are: Grade 9: Nathan DeAnda--Nathan is an excellent student. He is friendly to all and very inquisitive in his classwork. He is always the first to raise his hand when checking for understanding, is happy to assist with classroom housekeeping tasks, and has earned the highest grade in several of his classes!

Grade 10: Noah Villanueva--Noah is very responsible, motivated, and hardworking in his classes.

He is always proactive with his academic activities, consistently sets goals for himself and displays exemplary classroom behavior. He continues to be a very respectful, organized, and responsible student.

Grade 11: Nathan Cortez—Nathan is a top student who is very calm and patient, and always displays an amazing personality. He takes on the responsibility to learn the course material and then helps get the class involved in solving practice problems. He even guides his AP Calculus AB classmates through several class practice examples and will gratefully accept feedback to improve his own responses to the work.

Grade 12: Mario Barbosa--Mario is an amazing student and citizen of the Tech community. In addition to maintaining high grades, he consistently stays after school to help with tutoring and to mentor his robotics team peers, demonstrating strong leadership and a deep sense of responsibility. He has become a standout leader with the Space Shuttle Renovation Program.

And recently, he received a shout-out from his tech for making a novel high-surface area material in MSET, then characterized it with the department’s scanning electron microscope, and even presented it to guests during Open House.

We’re very proud of these young men and their positive approach to both their studies and their contributions to the school community! Well done, gentlemen!

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THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT! A very special thank you to Bosco Tech alumni, current parents and friends who have responded most generously to the Tech’s fall appeal.

This year’s theme, “Built by Tech,” reflected those who are giving back in many different way, inspired by lessons learned here--chief among them: to give back, to step up, to be the difference they want to see.

Thank you for your kindness and generosity; all proceeds directly pay it forward and help current Tech students. To see the piece, visit: https://issuu.com/ boscotech/docs/built_by_tech-fall_2025

ST. PATRICK’S EVENT IS MARCH 8

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BIGGEST RED CROSS VETS DRIVE YET Bosco Tech’s Red Cross Club sponsored its most successful Holiday Veterans Wishlist Drive yet! Nearly 2,100 much-needed hygiene and essential items for homeless veterans were donated by our generous students, parents, faculty and staff. After final exams concluded, a dozen Red Cross Club volunteers rolled up their sleeves to load items into two staff members’ cars. The vehicles were jam packed with shampoo, soap, deodorant, combs, socks and many other comfort items we often take for granted. Bosco Tech staff then caravanned to the Arcadia Red Cross office to drop off the donations.

Victoria Phung, Red Cross Program Manager, Youth and Young Adult Services, and her gracious volunteers greeted Tech reps with Christmas spirit of gratitude along with a wagon ready to unload and organize the items. Victoria expressed heartfelt appreciation for the Tech’s annual partnership in this drive. “We are lucky to have Don Bosco Tech to count on. You are one of our top allies in helping our veterans. Thank you!” One of the Red Cross’s on-going lines of service is helping members of armed forces, active and veterans. The annual drive kicks off after Veterans Day and is sponsored by the Red Cross Club every holiday season.

STANDING ROOM ONLY FOR CONCERT OVERFLOW CROWD CHEERS ON YOUNG MUSICIANS

Raising the roof with Christmas cheer and festive sounds, thanks to the talent of our young musicians, “A Pirate Christmas,” on Dec. 19, featured performances by Music Appreciation classes and the Bosco Concert Band. Thanks to our musicians and Mr. Sam Hankins for an amazing evening!

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JANUARY 2026 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.

THURS 1/1 HAPPY NEW YEAR!

SOLEMNITY OF MARY, MOTHER OF GOD MON 1/5 FACULTY & STAFF WINTER RETREAT (NO SCHOOL FOR STUDENTS) TUES 1/6 SCHOOL RESUMES--WELCOME BACK, STUDENTS!

PARENT COUNCIL MEETING AT 6 P.M. THURS 1/8 SECOND SEMESTER ORIENTATION SAT 1/10 S.T.A.R. TUTORING AT 9 AM WED 1/14 PSAT & ACADEMIC REVIEW FOR GRADES 9, 10, AND 11 AT 6 PM ADMISSION APPLICATION DEADLINE THUR 1/15 SOPHOMORE RETREAT SAT 1/17 THIRD ANNUAL CHEER SHOWCASE IN TECH GYM MON 1/19 MARTIN LUTHER KING, JR DAY OBSERVED (SCHOOL CLOSED) FRI 1/23 TEACHER IN-SERVICE DAY (NO SCHOOL FOR STUDENTS) SAT 1/24 STEM STUDENT COMPETITIONS IN TECHS 8 AM-3 PM

S.T.A.R. TUTORING AT 9 AM SUN 1/25 SOCCER PANCAKE BREAKFAST FUNDRAISER 8 AM-10 AM

ANNUAL GOLF TEAM POKER TOURNAMENT 10 AM TO 9 PM FRI 1/30 FEAST OF ST. JOHN BOSCO OBSERVED (LITURGY AT 10:30 AM) TUES 2/3 PARENT COUNCIL MEETING AT 6 P.M. FRI 2/6 RE-ENROLLMENT DEADLINE FOR 2026-27

TUITION ASSISTANCE APPLICATION DEADLINE FOR ALL FAMILIES SAT 2/7 ANNUAL ALUMNI VOLLEYBALL MATCH--CHECK-IN AT 9 AM

S.T.A.R. TUTORING AT 9 AM TUES 2/10 JUNIOR RETREAT SAT 2/14 ALUMNI BASEBALL GAME / HOMERUN DERBY MON 2/16 PRESIDENTS’ DAY (SCHOOL CLOSED)