STRONG & GETTING EVEN STRONGER!
Over the past several years, it has been my privilege to update you — our most loyal and generous supporters — each Spring on our progress as a school community. It is with a tremendous sense of appreciation and excitement that I report to you that Bosco Tech is strong — and getting even stronger.
There is much to be proud of at Tech, and this update will highlight just a few of the happenings that are made possible through your continued support.
Remembering Our Own. We’d like to honor one of our most loyal and passionate supporters who left us too early. In mid-February, our community was shocked by the tragic passing of Bishop David O’Connell. Bishop Dave was not just a Board member at Bosco Tech, but a major proponent of our Strategic Planning process and our renewed commitment to the long-term future of our school. He loved our school, our boys, and wanted nothing more than to see us succeed. On March 5th, Bishop Dave’s loyal support group, the Unfriendly Sons of St. Patrick came together with the Bosco Tech community to honor his legacy. The O’Connell family — from Ireland and Australia — was also in attendance. This event was the largest fundraiser in school history, bringing 330 people to our campus and raising over $275,000 for our boys. I hope you were able to attend, but if not, we sincerely hope to welcome you to campus next year.
Facilities Transformation. We were blessed to undergo a full renovation of our administrative
lobby in the summer of 2022, transforming the space into a welcoming environment that showcases the innovation of a Tech school and the foundation of our Catholic, Salesian community. We are grateful to the Dan Murphy and Bill Hannon Foundations, whose gifts allowed for this renovation.
Professional Development.
As part of our strategic plan, the school made a commitment to invest in a meaningful professional development program for our faculty and staff. To date, we have welcomed four guest speakers and placed special emphasis on the social and emotional impact of the pandemic, screen time and healthy online habits, the college application process, and teaching/ parenting during anxious times. Additionally, our campus ministry team constructed two impactful faculty retreats based on Salesian education. This programming has been made possible by the generosity of our donor community, and has had a profound impact on faculty cohesion and the educational program at Tech.
“WITH GOLDEN DREAMS AND HOPES ABOUNDING.” – MEMO GUTIERREZ, AU ’83
Focusing on the Future. In November 2022, the consulting firm of Ian Symmonds & Associates conducted an extensive internal and external survey regarding co-ed feasibility. Over 900 people were contacted and we received replies from the majority of the participants. In March, Mr. Symmonds presented a comprehensive analysis and review of the findings to our Board of Trustees and executive administration. While the findings were favorable to an eventual move to co-education, the Board remains committed to leaving no stone unturned as we continue to explore the possibility. The final vote and decision will occur at the June 13 Board of Trustees meeting. If there is a favorable decision for going coed, there will be no changes to the current educational program until the Fall of 2026, at the earliest.
Technology Upgrades. At Bosco Tech, your generosity allows us to strive to keep our curriculum and equipment relevant and cutting edge. To that end, a major investment of over $100,000 was
recently made in our Media Arts and Technology program, providing 30 new, state-of-the-art MSI Aegis tower computers, along with brand new MSI monitors and a full furniture replacement, with customized seating.
Widening Our Reach. In any independent school, enrollment management and the admissions process is the lifeblood of the school’s revenue and ability to grow. Over the past year and a half, major changes have been made to the admissions staff and systems. In 2021-2022, we were fortunate to welcome Mr. Tom Hogan as our new Director of Admissions, Mrs. Diana Kelly as Assistant Director of Admissions, and Ms. Samantha Tsai as Admissions Associate. Along with Director of Tuition Assistance, Mr. John Garcia, increased resources have allowed us to transform our admissions process, focusing on a holistic family approach to admissions and enrollment, and widening our reach across the Los Angeles market.
The above highlights are just a few of the ways your generosity helps us grow and keep our focus on the future of our community. If you ever find yourself in our area or wish to set up a time to visit campus, we would love the opportunity to welcome you and thank you, in person! I also would like to encourage you, if you have not done so already, to consider your 2022-2023 contribution to the Tech Society, our leadership giving program. Your generosity provides vital resources that keep Tech in position as a national leader in high school education, and provide our boys with the opportunity to access a nationally-unique program.
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Celebrating Victory. This winter, the community was thrilled by Tech Basketball’s historic run to the school’s first CIF Southern Section (Div 5AA) title, defeating Lynwood High School 88-85 in the finals. This team is special, led by Michael Romo PT ‘10, who has built a trend-setting program from the ground up. We look forward to a bright future for the Tech basketball program — built the right way!
I hope to see you at our annual Leadership Donor Dinner in September. This year, I look forward to not only updating you on the progress made in our Strategic Plan, but also to discuss in more detail the next phase in our growth: a new Academic building that will further accelerate Tech’s reputation not just in Los Angeles — but across the country.
With Golden Dreams and Hopes
Abounding,
Memo Gutierrez AU ‘83 President Don Bosco Technical Institute