June 2015

THE GEAR MONTHLY PARENT NEWSLETTER ISSUE 48 JUNE 2015

JAZZ NIGHT OUT: A TRIBUTE TO MOTOWN WOWS CROWD (SEE PAGE 10)

A MESSAGE FROM THE PRINCIPAL Dear Bosco Tech Families and Friends, As we send another class of graduates into the world, I pray that they will continue in their pursuit of excellence intellectually, relationally, professionally and spiritually. May they continue to walk with the Lord, becoming the men they were intended to be. I’m reminded of a poem, written by one of our own students, that perfectly describes what it means to be a Techman. While the author remains unknown, I believe he speaks from the heart of each student:

For I Am a Bosco Tech Student Author Unknown

For I am a Bosco Tech student.

If I encounter an obstacle in my I am special, I am unique, life, be it personal, academic, I am called to achieve great things with my life. athletic, social, or spiritual and I have been sent here by God and Mary Help of happen to stumble and fall, Christians to become a better man and an even better I will neither lay down and give in nor make excuses human being. for myself.

I will live out the values of Respect, Honest, Integrity, I will stand up with the help of my brothers or, Responsibility, Trust, Loyalty and Tradition.

Absent their help, on my own will to face the challenge I will guide myself by these principles until I make head on. them my personal way of life.

For that is the true measure of a man.

I will be a man of honor. I will not steal, cheat or lie, I will not take part in any activity which tarnishes or nor will I tolerate those who do so. puts into question the honor, integrity or sportsmanship I will not exclude, harass or discriminate against of my school. anyone because of race, color, national origin, language I pledge upon my word as a man to keep these ideals or any other criteria. and values close to my mind, my heart and my soul.

The man sitting next to me is nothing but my For I am a Bosco Tech student. classmate, friend and brother.

Have a safe and relaxing summer, and godspeed, class of 2015, Xavier Jimenez Principal and Interim President

STUDENTS COMPLETE ADVANCED PLACEMENT EXAMS Kudos to the Bosco Tech juniors and seniors who completed an annual rite of passage when they took their Advanced Placement examinations during the second and third week of May. A total of 300 tests were administered to 133 students (increases of 20 percent and 28 percent, respectively, from last year).

Exams were given in: Calculus AB Computer Science A Physics C: Electricity &Magnetism Calculus BC English Literature & Comp. Spanish Language & Culture Chemistry Human Geography Spanish Literature & Culture Chinese Language & Culture Macroeconomics U.S. History Comparative Government Physics C: Mechanics U.S. Government & Politics This year, tests were given in 15 AP courses (three more than last year) that Bosco Tech offers. Students who took the exams can access their grades online at the College Board’s AP website in early July.

Students are encourage to apply for participation in one or more AP classes. All AP students are required to take the AP exam as a co-requisite for enrolling in the course. Colleges encourage AP enrollment to round out a student’s application for admission. Further information is available from the counseling department and/or Mr. Ronan, AP Coordinator, at rronan@boscotech.edu.

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FROM THE SALESIAN DIRECTOR Dear Bosco Tech Family and Friends: I hope this message—the last of the 2014-2015 school year—finds you and yours in good spirits. During these days, my attention and intention have been with and for our seniors. Consequently, thinking about the class of 2015, my thoughts turned to each of you, too, who are family to us.

In thinking of you, the praise and prayer in the words of Psalm 146 spoke to me: “Praise the Lord, my soul!” Why? The answer is: The Lord keeps faith forever. The Lord gives sight to the blind. The Lord raises up those who are bowed down. Let’s give thanks as a community of faith and as a family here at Bosco Tech.

Before offering my own counsel, let me share some wise insights by others. Even though these encouragements are primarily for the members of the class of 2015, they are meant to be tools toward the journey of life for each of us: • “Put God first! Everything I have is by the grace of God. It is a gift. I didn’t always stick with Him, but He stuck with me.” —Denzel Washington (commencement address to the graduates of Dillard University).

• “Be giving of yourself to others. People need to be open and generous toward others because if you withdraw into yourself, you run the risk of becoming egocentric…” —Pope Francis And my own two cents: • Relax. Worry less. Minimize anxiety. Stop for a moment, ask yourself and respond: Is everything ok? The answer ought to be: ‘Very ok.’ Why? Because the Lord is always at my side. I shall not be disturbed.

• Be thankful. Pray and give thanks often. May you realize, day by day, how truly, truly blessed you are.

Fr. Chinh Nguyen, SDB Salesian Director

LIGHTS, CAMERA, ACTION—2015 GRADUATION VIDEO A DVD of the class of 2015’s graduation, including scenes taken before and after the ceremony, will soon be available. The DVD will include highlights of the senior awards ceremony and luncheon, the senior class barbeque, and the baccalaureate Mass, as well as the complete conferral of diplomas.

On June 5, as a special bonus to those who purchase the video before graduation day, parents who are interested will be invited to videotape a brief message to their son to be included in the video. Before the baccalaureate Mass, there will be two cameramen with microphones in front of the 600 classroom building. See them if you wish to tape your congratulations to your son and the entire class of 2015.

The cost of each video is $34.07 (tax included). Send your order form and check to the Finance Office, making checks payable to Bosco Tech. For information about ordering, call the Finance Office at (626) 940-2018; for information about the DVD, contact Mr. Brad Stolz bstolz@boscotech.edu or (626) 940-2091).

(Please detach bottom portion and return to the Finance Office with your check.)

Your Name_______________________________ Your Son’s Name __________________________________ Address ________________________________________________ City ______________________________ Zip ___________________________ Phone Number (______) ______________________________________ Number of videos you’d like to purchase:

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SAL PIMENTEL & EVERSON CRUZ AWARDED EAGLE SCOUT OF THE YEAR HONORS Two Bosco Tech students have been named Eagle Scout of the Year by the Los Angeles Area Council’s Rio Hondo District of the Boy Scouts of America (BSA). The award recognizes valuable service of an exceptional nature by an Eagle Scout.

This year, instead of one scout receiving the district’s accolade, two Bosco Tech students, junior Everson Cruz (Whittier Troop 23) and senior Sal Pimentel (Montebello Troop 375), were honored for their outstanding display of the ideals of the Boy Scout organization.

“Overall, the award is based on everything the scouts do, from education and academics to attitude, projects and activities,” said Bob Mosqueda, BSA district chairman for advancement. “Everson and Sal were both very, very good candidates. We could not choose one over the other.”

Cruz, who lives in Whittier, is studying Materials Science, Engineering & Technology (MSET) at Bosco Tech and has been selected by the Boeing Company for an upcoming eight-week summer STEM internship. Pimentel, who is studying Architecture, Construction & Engineering and who will graduate on June 5, begins his studies of mechanical engineering at California State University, Los Angeles this fall. With his troop, Sal works with the U.S. Department of Forestry on trail service, an ongoing natural trail development and maintenance program.

“We’re exceptionally proud of these young men,” said Bosco Tech Principal Xavier Jimenez. “The Eagle Scout of the Year award is bestowed upon very few scouts.

We’re extremely proud that two Bosco Tech students have earned this award concurrently. Not only have they fulfilled and surpassed scouting requirements, but they are upholding our school’s philosophy to strive to make their community a better place.”

Sal Pimentel (left) and Everson Cruz (right) both won the prestigious Eagle Scout of the Year award.

(Everson’s photo courtesy of Belle N’ Beau Photography.)

MUSIC PROGRAM STUDENTS ATTEND PHILHARMONIC CONCERT Students involved in Bosco Tech’s music program and music appreciation classes attended a Los Angeles Philharmonic concert especially for students at the end of April. Held in the famed Disney Concert Hall, the concert featured original compositions by local high schoolers. After the cultural excursion, the students met up with Channel 7 reporter Elex Michaelson, who was manning the ABC7 pop-up news bureau in Grand Central Market, adjacent to the Music Center. Michaelson later tweeted about visiting with the Bosco Tech students.

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MSET STUDENTS SWEEP AMERICAN FOUNDRY AWARDS Congratulations to several Materials Science, Engineering & Technology (MSET) students who competed in the American Foundry Society’s recent foundry competition.

The casting contest was open to area high schools, junior colleges and universities. Our own MSET students swept this year’s competition.

At an awards ceremony and scholarship presentation, held at Cal Poly Pomona, the following Bosco Tech students were recognized: 1st place – Freshman William Cosso 2nd place – Sophmore Zachary Lugo 3rd place – Freshman James Huerta 4th place – Freshman Sebastian Banderas Each student was presented with a certificate and a cash award that ranged from $125 to $250.

FORE! 26TH ANNUAL BOSCO TECH GOLF CLASSIC IS 6/26 Please join us at the 26th Annual Bosco Tech Golf Classic at the Montebello Golf Course on Friday, June 26. Registration starts at 10 a.m., followed by lunch. Shotgun start is at 12 noon. An awards banquet at 6 p.m. will conclude the fun day.

Golf packages are $150 per player ($125 before June 6). Packages include green fees, range balls, golf cart, goodie bag, tournament prizes, awards buffet and on-course lunch and refreshments. Sponsorship opportunities are available. Visit www.boscotech.edu/events to sign up today.

All funds raised by the tournament will provide support to the Alumni Association Financial Aid Fund and Bosco Tech’s athletic program.

CLASS OF 2015 AWARDS The Bosco Tech community recognized the members of the graduating class of 2015 at the annual senior awards ceremony on May 19. Among the awards given were those for academic and technology excellence, Christian service, citizenship, honor society membership, excellence in sports and to David Fuentez and Tom Yu, a perfect attendance award for never missing a day of their high school career.

The 2015 James Francis Cardinal McIntyre Award nominees (from left, Landon Acevedo (ACE), Jonathan Kaneshiro (CSEE), Nicolas De La Torre (IDEA), Robert Copado (MAT) and Aidan Calvet (MSET). The award is bestowed annually on an outstanding senior who, in the opinion of the faculty, has taken the greatest advantage of the educational opportunities offered at Bosco Tech.

The Cardinal McIntyre Award winner will be announced during the June 5 graduation ceremony and presented with a $1,000 scholarship by the Bosco Tech Alumni Association.

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Don Bosco Technical Institute’s Graduating Class of 2015 Rambert Acero Landon Acevedo Jonathan Alamilla Antonio Alvarez Michael Alvarez Adalberto Angel Pierre Araujo * Diego Arias # Augustine Au # Henry Ayala Jacob Belhumeur Angel Benitez Aaron Blankenbaker Mixcoatl Burrola Joseph Bustamante * David Bzdigian Aidan Calvet # Alexander Candelaria Jude Caoili Ryan Castro Starr Chen * Robert Copado # Saul Cortez * Brian De Jesus # Nicolas De La Torre * Ricardo De Santiago * Juan Del Toro * David Diaz * Dominick Dighiera Ian Dominguez #

Joseph Felix # Andrew Fernandez * Abram Flores * David Fuentez Luis Gamboa * Antonio Gomez * Brian Gomez * Omar Gomez-Flores * Michael Gonzales # Sebastian Guerra Gerven Gumabao * Kevin Gutierrez * George Hernandez # Brent Hirokawa # Joshua Jimenez * Amirali Kamgar # Jonathan Kaneshiro # Tony Lopez Jacob Lugo Xunle Mai # Zoe Mardini Jesus Martinez * Alan Mason * Dante Mendez Christian Mercado Andrew Montenegro Evan Munoz Anthony Navarro * Andrew Omana Diego Ortiz Alarcon *

Joseph Ortiz Roberto Padilla * Randy Perez Victor Perez # Salvador Pimentel Devon Ponce David Rajamin * Gilbert Ramirez Richard Rangel # Edward Rivera # Eric Rivera Maynor Rodas # Andrew Russey Seyederfan Samaei * Christian Santiago # Alejandro Tapia Austin Toh # Reno Truong # Ali Valamanesh # Daniel Vallejo # Joseph Venegas Soul Villalobos Tom Yu # Tomas Zazueta # Chen Zhao #

Distinctions: * Honor cords are presented to those students who have achieved a cumulative grade point average between 3.0-3.49. # Honor stoles are presented to those students who have achieved a cumulative grade point average of 3.5 or higher.

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Class of 2015 College Acceptances The faculty and administration of Don Bosco Technical Institute would like to congratulate the Class of 2015 for everything that they have accomplished during their four years here. Below are the names of colleges and universities to which our seniors have been accepted. We are so proud of each senior for their remarkable achievement!

Arizona State University Art Center College of Design Boise State University Cal Poly, Pomona Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo California State University, Channel Islands California State University, Dominguez Hills California State University, Fullerton California State University, Humboldt California State University, Long Beach California State University, Los Angeles California State University, Monterey Bay California State University, Northridge California State University, San Francisco Drexel University Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University Illinois Institute of Technology Loyola Marymount University Manhattan College Missouri Univ. of Science & Technology New Mexico State University New Mexico Instit. of Mining & Technology Oregon State University Pace University Penn State Altoona Portland State University Rochester Institute of Technology Saint Louis University San Francisco Art Institute San Francisco State University

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San Jose State University Santa Clara University Seton Hall University St. John’s University Stony Brook University Tulane University University of Arizona University of California, Davis University of California, Irvine University of California, Riverside University of California, San Diego University of California, Santa Cruz University of Colorado, Boulder University of Denver University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign University of Kansas University of La Verne University of Massachusetts Boston University of Massachusetts Lowell University of New Mexico University of Oregon University of the Pacific University of Redlands University of San Francisco University of Southern California University of Washington University of the West Willamette University Woodbury University

NATIONAL PROFESSIONAL ORGANIZATION CHAPTER ON CAMPUS The Society of Hispanic Professional Engineers (SHPE) is establishing a high school chapter on the campus of Bosco Tech in cooperation with Cal Poly Pomona’s College of Engineering student chapter.

Membership in Bosco Tech’s SHPE Jr. chapter will enable students to be paired with a college mentor, apply for scholarships, and participate in SHPE’s STEMrelated activities and annual national pre-college symposium. Members will also develop leadership skills through the active involvement of professional-level members.

“SHPE is a nationally respected organization in the engineering community and we truly appreciate this opportunity,” said Rene Romero, Bosco Tech instructor and chapter moderator. “We’re excited to offer membership to our students because it will perfectly compliment the STEM coursework that each student completes as part of our unique pre-engineering, college-prep curriculum. And our students are looking forward to working with their counterparts at Cal Poly.”

SHPE was founded in 1974 to form a national networking organization of professional engineers to serve as role models in the Hispanic community. SHPE’s goal is to impact the world through STEM awareness, access, support and development. Upon graduating from high school, SHPE Jr. Chapter members are encouraged to continue their involvement by joining SHPE Student Chapters in college and later, professional chapters.

JUNIOR HEADS TO JAPAN AS AMBASSADOR CSEE junior Angelo Domingo has been selected as a U.S. high school ambassador to Japan this summer through the Tomodachi Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group (MUFG) International Exchange Program.

Angelo is one of 20 delegates from Southern California who has been selected through a process of applications, essays and interviews to participate in the program that aims to strengthen the ties between students in the U.S. and Japan through cultural exchange activities and homestays.

The program was established four years ago to bring to the U.S. Japanese students who were affected by the Great East Japan earthquake, and has grown in scope to include visits to Japan by American youth. The visit to Angelo Domingo with Ms. Ritsuko Rowe, Japan offers a homestay experience with a local family, visits to cities Bosco Tech’s Japanese instructor. and schools affected by the 2011 earthquake and tsunami, and educational and cultural visits to the cities of Tokyo, Hiroshima, and Kyoto. The purpose is to enhance the students’ understanding of Japan, its people, language and culture, and to learn about disaster preparedness strategies.

Expenses are covered by MUFG. Angelo is currently completing his second year of Japanese studies. The honor student and band member hopes to learn more about Japanese culture and become fluent in the language during his two weeks overseas. He is planning to share his experiences with his classmates in the fall.

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Greetings, Tigers!

2015-2016 SCHOOL UNIFORM SALES EVENT DAYS Uniform try-on and sale event (Location: Library) (NOTE: FREE SHIPPING DURING THESE DAYS)

Wednesday, June 24 - 3:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. – Students with last name beginning A through M Thursday, June 25 - 3:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. – Students with last name beginning N through Z Uniform try-on and sale event (Location: Library) Make-up – One day only!

(NOTE: SHIPPING CHARGES WILL APPLY (All Orders $100.00 or more will ship FREE)

Friday, July 31 - 3:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.

IMPORTANT NOTICE: aUniform is a national distributor and does not offer a store location for walk-in orders or fittings.

Please attend a sales event above to assure your son is properly fitted and can order uniforms to be received for start of school. All other orders will be taken online; by fax or phone and delivered within 2 -3 weeks from time of order placement - Size exchanges are at student's expense. NO EXCEPTIONS.

Dressing American One Stitch at a Time aUniform—626-205-3860—www.aUniform.com

BOSCO TECH STUDENTS SWEEP BUILDING INDUSTRY AWARDS Congratulations to the following Bosco Tech ACE and IDEA students for the recognition their creative and structurally-sound works earned at the 59th Annual Architectural Drafting and Model Building Competition. The event, sponsored by the Building Industry Association of Southern California (BIASC), honored the following students for their top-notch renderings: - Architectural Drawings—Technical Merit 3rd Place: Kevin Gutierrez (ACE senior) - Architectural Drawings—Creativity 3rd Place: Starr Chen (ACE senior) - Structural Models—3rd Place: Alfonso Morales (ACE junior) - Structural Models—2nd Place: Zachary Solorza (ACE junior) - Structural Models—1st Place: Alexander Honegger (ACE junior) - Creativity—1st Place: Angel Benitez (IDEA senior) The BIASC represents Southern California’s building industry. With four chapters offering local services to building professionals from Ventura to the southern tip of Orange County, our reach and our positive impact on Southern California’s new construction market is unparalleled. It has 160 builder and 900 local associate members.

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BOSCO TECH MUSIC: JAZZ NIGHT OUT AND MORE —BY MR. RICHARD RANGEL, BAND BOOSTER The annual Jazz Night Out extravaganza took place on the evening of April 24 and was a smashing success.

Jazz Night Out is the music program’s biggest fundraiser of the year and the 2015 event was a triumph.

This year’s theme was A Tribute to Motown and the band played arrangements of classic tunes like “Ain’t No Mountain High Enough” and Aretha Franklin’s “Respect.”

Almost every seat in Tech Hall was filled for the performance. The evening included raffles, a music trivia contest and a fiercely competitive dance-off! Parents and many members of the Bosco Tech faculty joined in on the fun. In a change from previous years, this time the Jazz Band was the main act of the evening. It was a memorable night for everyone who attended. Special mention must be made of all the Music Booster parents who worked so hard to make this event a success–thank you!

The school year is winding down, but even with finals coming up, the members of the band still have a few events on their calendar. For the second year in a row, members of the marching band performed at the Girls on the Run event on Sunday, May 17. Girls on the Run is a nonprofit organization that promotes self-respect and a healthy lifestyle for young girls all across the United States.

DBTI Music is proud to support the L.A. chapter again this year.

The last formal music program event for this year was the Spring Concert on Tuesday, May 19. This annual concert featured performances by several ensembles including the Music Appreciation class, our Musical Gear Up students, and the Concert Band. This evening was the last DBTI performance ever for our graduating seniors: Adalberto Angel, Aaron Blankenbaker, Richard Rangel, and Tom Yu. Congratulations to you all and we hope you’ll keep making music in your college years and beyond!

In these final weeks of the 2014-2015 school year, Mr. Almanza and the Don Bosco Tech Music students would like to thank everyone who supported us during the past year. We organized a string of successful band events that would not have been possible without the tireless efforts of many parents, sponsors, friends and family. We know that sending your son to Bosco Tech is already a significant commitment, and many parents managed to go above and beyond with their support of our program. So thank you for making the school year a memorable one for our DBTI Music students!

Follow us on Facebook (we’re @DBTImusic) and we hope you can join us next year!

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SPORTS UPDATES —BY ASSISTANT TRACK AND FIELD COACH BRAD STOLZ Track & Field—The Track and Field team finished its regular season quite well, finishing in the second spot in the Del Rey League over such competitors as Salesian, St. Monica, and Cantwell.

In the league prelims and finals, our JV team won a total of 9 medals. We would like to point out the 4 x 1 relay team of sophomores Arthur Romero, Roman Kirkbride, Augustine Escaleria, and Rey Castellanos who took second; junior Alejandro Hernandez who took 2nd in the 1600 meter race and 3rd in the 800; and freshman Joel Garcia who finished 2nd in the 400 and 800 meter races.

The varsity brought home 10 medals plus 3 all-league patches for first place finishes. Especially noteworthy were the performances of the following seniors who qualified to compete in the CIF Southern Section Prelims in Carpinteria on Saturday, May 16: Alex Candelaria, Kevin Gutierrez, David Fuentez, and Star Chen who finished third in the 4 x 1 relay; Mikey Gonzales won third place in the 1600 and first in the 3200 meter races; Kevin Gutierrez took first place in the 300 meter hurdles race, and Antonio Gomez who handily won the pole vault competition. Junior David Casillas also qualified for CIF with his third place discus performance.

Both JV and varsity teams worked very hard at practice preseason and during season and should be praised for their successful efforts in bringing honor to Bosco Tech.

Baseball—The baseball team showed tremendous heart as the season had its ups and downs; the downs mostly coming in the pre-league season and the beginning of the league games, where the team struggled with not being able to score runs.

During the first half of May, things started to turn around: against St. Anthony, senior Ryan Castro went 2 for 3 (3 times at bat with 2 hits) and junior Martin Montellano went 4 for 4 (4 times at bat with 4 hits) in a 7-2 loss. In the next game at St. Genevieve, senior Brent Hirokawa went to bat 4 times and scored 3 hits and senior Gilbert Ramirez went 2 for 3 (3 at bats, 2 hits) plus a walk in a 9-3 loss.

Finally, in a home game against St. Genevieve, senior Andrew Omana went 2 for 3 (2 hits both being doubles) and junior Justin Ruiz had 3 runs in 4 at bats in a 11-7 loss. That's lots of hits, and we scored 12 times in 3 consecutive league games. As the season closed, our team was definitely catching fire—a fire that will hopefully continue next year.

BASKETBALL SKILLS CAMP FOR 4TH-9TH GRADERS Fourth through ninth grade students can fine tune their basketball skills at Bosco Tech’s Basketball Skills Camp on Monday, June 29, through Thursday, July 3. Participants will work on offense and defense fundamentals and compete in 2-on-2 and 3-on-3 tournaments, free-throw and three-point contests.

To register, contact Head Coach Dominic Sermeno at 626-940-2000 or dsermeno@boscotech.edu.

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USED TEXTBOOK SWAP MEET Friday, July 17, from 4 to 8 p.m.

Bosco Tech Multi Purpose Room All used textbook sales are between private parties. Cash or checks only; no credit cards.

Bosco Tech is not liable for any wrong books that are purchased.

Important: Make sure to check your course request list and book list before purchasing your books. The book list is available on the school website: www.boscotech.edu. Call (626) 940-2006 with questions.

IMPORTANT: SUMMER READING ASSIGNMENTS As part of a college preparatory curriculum, the Bosco Tech faculty believes students need to keep their minds active and engaged during the summer months through reading. The relaxed atmosphere of summer is a perfect time for students to pace themselves and enjoy the reading assignments with more flexible deadlines. This helps to build habits that support our goal of all Bosco Tech graduates becoming life-long learners.

All juniors and seniors have required summer reading in both English and social sciences; sophomores have required summer reading in English only. Seniors taking either AP European History or AP Comparative Government and Politics also have summer reading, as do students entering the second year of Bilingual Spanish or taking AP Spanish Language and Culture. Typically, the assigned readings require students to select a piece of work or purchase a specified book, complete the reading, and either complete and submit a short assignment via email to the instructor or be ready for a relevant assignment when the new school year begins.

Students were given reading lists just prior to the end of the school year. Parents can go to the homepage of the school’s website (www.boscotech.edu) for a link to view the complete reading lists and follow-up assignment instructions. ISBN numbers are listed on the site so that students can purchase the same edition of the book; be sure the ISBN number matches.

Books can be purchased at book stores or online.

The faculty of Bosco Tech appreciates the crucial role parents play in their son’s education and your support of these summer assignments reminds our young people of the importance of reading throughout the year.

SUMMER SCHOOL WALK-IN REGISTRATION IS JUNE 16-17 Bosco Tech is again offering academic enrichment and review courses, as well as sports camps, to boys and girls from middle school through high school grade levels. Six-week high school courses begin on Monday, June 22, while five-week middle school courses begin on Monday, June 29.

The deadline for summer school pre-registration is June 5. Walk-in registration, on a space-available basis, will be conducted on Tuesday, June 16, and Wednesday, June 17, in the school library from 8 a.m. to 12 noon and from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Prices vary by class level. For further information and for registration forms and fees for classes or sports camps, visit www.boscotech.edu/summer-programs or call the school at (626) 940-2000.

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MOTHER AND SON DANCE —BY MRS. VANESSA OLIVAS, FOOTBALL BOOSTER VICE PRESIDENT To kick off Mother’s Day weekend, more than 230 attendees gathered at the Quiet Cannon on May 8 for Bosco Tech’s annual Mother and Son Dance. The event, coordinated by the Football Boosters, seeks to foster community among the Bosco Tech family and shows appreciate for our female role models.

Our event started with a few words by Athletic Director Chris Shockley, followed by a blessing over the meal and the presentation of St. Christopher pins by Fr. Chinh Nguyen and Fr. Steve Way, respectively. Our seniors, more than 30 in attendance, were called up individually to say a few words of appreciation for their mothers and other female role models. After presenting each role model with a rose bouquet, most began their speech with, “My mother has been looking forward to this night since freshman year,” and ended with “Thank you for everything you do for me. I love you!” There was not a dry eye in the room. Following the speeches, each senior was given a St. Christopher pin to guide them as they pursue their lives’ goals.

After a few words from Branden Jones, football coach, the party started. The DJ pumped up the crowd with a variety of music genres that kept everyone on the dance floor. A photographer took professional portraits and a photo booth was provided for the enjoyment of the attendees.

We would like to thank the Mother and Son Dance Committee for their tireless efforts to make this event memorable for all. A special thank you to the Bosco Tech fathers who volunteered to help during the event.

Save the date for the 2016 event; the dance is usually held on the Friday before Mother’s Day.

BOSCO TECH SPONSORS Bosco Tech would like to thank the following businesses for their support.

We are grateful to our generous sponsors!

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SUMMER 2015 Please note that dates and events are subject to change. Check the school’s full calendar at www.boscotech.edu (see the Upcoming Events box on the lower right side of the homepage) for the latest updates .

June Mon.-Wed. 6/1-6/3 Tuesday 6/2

Academic final exams for grades 9-11 (noon dismissal) GradNight at Disneyland Parent Council meeting at 6 p.m.

Thursday 6/4 Graduation rehearsal Friday 6/5 Baccalaureate Mass and graduation at 5 p.m.

Saturday 6/6 SAT (off campus) Tuesday 6/9 Report cards mailed (summer school notifications sent, where applicable) Wednesday 6/10 Alumni Association meeting at 6 p.m.

Saturday 6/13 ACT (on campus) Tues.-Wed. 6/16-6/17 Summer School walk-in registration Wednesday 6/17 Parent volunteer Bingo teams orientation for 2015-2016, from 6 to 7 p.m.

Monday 6/22 Six-week summer school session begins Wednesday 6/24 Uniform sale from 3-8 p.m. (last names beginning with A-L) Thursday 6/25 Uniform sale from 3-8 p.m. (last names beginning with M-Z) Friday 6/26 26th Annual Bosco Tech Golf Classic Monday 6/29 Freshman Summer Program and five-week summer school session begin Saturday 6/27 Booster turnaround trip to Pechanga Casino Class of ‘75 40-year reunion July Friday 7/3 Independence Day holiday (no summer school) Saturday 7/4 4th of July Bingo Extravaganza Wednesday 7/8 Alumni Association meeting at 6 p.m.

Saturday 7/11 Class of ‘90 25-year reunion Friday 7/17 Used book sale from 4-8 p.m. in multi-purpose room Saturday 7/18 Class of ‘95 20-year reunion Friday 7/24 Booster Casino Night at 7 p.m.

Sun.-Sat. 7/26-8/1 Salesian Youth Leadership Conference Friday 7/31 Uniform sale make-up day from 3-8 p.m.

All summer school ends (including Freshman Summer Program) August Saturday 8/1 Applebee’s Flapjack Breakfast Bosco Tech Bingo Birthday Bash Wednesday 8/12 Alumni Association meeting at 6 p.m.

Fri.-Sun. 8/14-8/16 St. John Bosco High School fiesta Friday 8/28 First day of school for freshman class Fri.-Sat. 8/28-8/29 Salesian Experience for freshman class Monday 8/31 Orientation for all students

IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT FOR NEXT YEAR—We are happy to announce that The Gear is going entirely electronic. At the start of the next school year, you will begin receiving a full-color version of The Gear via a monthly email. It will continue to be posted on the school’s website as well.

If you are unable to receive The Gear electronically, please let us know at the start of the school year and accommodations will be made. Also, if your email address changes during the year, please notify us so we can update our records.

We’re all looking forward to a successful 2015-2016 school year!