The Gear--October 2025

BOSCO TECH’S MONTHLY NEWSLETTER

THE GEAR

ISSUE 155 OCT 2025

TECH CAR CLUB COMPETES IN “24 HOURS OF LE MONS”

A MESSAGE FROM THE PRESIDENT Dear Tech family-I recently have had several special opportunities that served as reminders to me of the unique family atmosphere that permeates our Tech campus and community: • The Archdiocese annual prayer breakfast where our students did a fine job of representing Bosco Tech.

• Our recent leadership donor dinner that brought together key constituents; it was a positive blend of alumni, current parents, administrators, instructors (past and present), a few current students and even a recent graduate now at USC. • At the “24 Hours of LeMons” car race in Buttonwillow, CA, where Tech alumni and parents supported the car club throughout the rigorous competition.

• The annual mothers’ Mass and tea that my 90-year-old mom and I enjoyed together-what a lovely day and a beautiful memory!

Over and over, I’m reminded of the unique and supportive foundation that enables our students to thrive. They are supported by caring and dedicated adults who want the best for them and are a positive presence in their lives, and for that, I am very grateful!

I invite each of you to join us at our annual State of the School update on Tues., Oct. 21, at 6 p.m. when we’ll talk about the past year’s success and the continuation accomplishment of the school’s strategic plan in the coming months.

Always grateful for our community, Memo Gutierrez Principal & Tech Alumnus (AU ‘83)

REPRESENTING THE TECH

The Tech was well represented at this year’s 20th Annual Los Angeles Catholic Prayer Breakfast at the Cathedral. After the Mass celebrated by Archbishop Jose H. Gomez, our students, teachers and parents enjoyed a community breakfast on the plaza and an inspirational message from The Most Reverend Joseph Espaillat.

Thanks to the following students for representing the Tech: Gianni Carrano, Sean Cortez, Ethan De La Cruz, Daniel Esqueda, Sebastian Rosas-Garcia, Gabriel Lopez, Ricardo Martinez, Ryan Muckle, and Eivar Zepeda.

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NATIONAL PUBLICATION FEATURES TECH NAIS’ Independent School is a quarterly publication of the National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS).

Member schools are committed to high standards in private education, as evidenced by the fact that NAIS schools regularly outperform public schools and many graduates attend topranked colleges.

Independent School has a readership of nearly 30,000 educators and school administrators across the U.S. This article appeared in the Fall 2025 issue.

Visit boscotech.edu and scroll to the news section at the bottom of the home page to read the complete article or click here.

2025-2026 SENIOR PRIVILEGES The senior privileges for the graduating class of 2026 were presented and approved by Tech administration. If you or your son has questions about any item, please contact Mr. Carlos Plantillas, Dean of Student Services, at cplantillas@boscotech.edu.

• Relaxed dress every last day of the week, Friday or Thursday--with athletic dress • Early Lunch Dismissal--At the discretion of the second block teacher, early lunch dismissal, five minutes before the bell.

• Designated senior parking spaces--Dean will provide instructions for this.

• Earrings • Haircuts/Grooming Freedoms---shoulder length --to begin in the fourth quarter---natural hair color dye --no crazy colors --no designs on scalp • Fun Fridays (ASB to run this) --first Friday every month, catering from one fast food place/food truck --eat on grass by south gate --sign-up sheet one week in advance • Trial Doordash Run on 9/5 at lunch ONLY for Senior ASB Cabinet

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AMAZING COLLEGE RESOURCE

GREAT GUIDANCE FOR EVERY STUDENT, ESPECIALLY TIMELY FOR SENIORS! • Finding the right college for me • Questions to ask college admissions counselors • Application timeline for seniors These important considerations are in the minds of current seniors and their parents everywhere.

Now, thanks to Ms. Christi Gambill, Bosco Tech’s talented Director of College Advising, there’s an indepth document of such important considerations. While the 2026 College Survival Guide is geared toward seniors, it is invaluable to underclassmen and their parents, too.

Please take the time to review it with your student and, if you son is a current senior, make sure that he’s already using this invaluble resource!

Visit https://docs.google.com/document/d/1oi4EJaCb6BYmf1ZpPyj2__ VCWrMSybkgEGAFGzmYaDw/edit?tab=t.0 or contact Ms. Christi Gambill at cgambill@ boscotech.edu for the link to the document.

COLLEGE APPLICATION DROP-IN HELP Please note the upcoming dates for drop-in college application guidance on Saturday, October 4, and Saturday, November 8, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

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

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NORTHERN CALIFORNIA COLLEGE TOUR Students on Bosco Tech’s 2025 Northern California college tour got to visit seven campuses in three days. Whew!

In order, the students toured UC Santa Barbara, Cal Poly SLO, UC Santa Cruz, San Jose State University, Santa Clara University, Saint Mary’s College of California, and Cal State East Bay. At UC Santa Cruz, the group met up with Tech alumni Joshua Camarillo (BMET ‘25) Jacob Campa (MAT ‘25), Bobby McJunkin-Contreras (CSEE ‘25) and Andrew Cini (CSEE ‘25).

The Tech brotherhood is everywhere!

2025 ALUMNI RACE THE TRADITION CONTINUES

Join us for the annual Alumni Race at Bosco Tech!

• Saturday, November 1 • Location: Bosco Tech (Check-in by the flag pole) • Check-in: 7:30 AM sharp • Snacks provided – fuel up after the run!

This isn’t just about the race—it’s about reconnecting, laughing, and keeping the Bosco Tech spirit alive. While donations are welcome to support future events and programs, there’s absolutely no pressure.

Just come ready to run, cheer, or enjoy the fun!

For more information, contact Head Coach Blayze Fimbres at bfimbres@ boscotech.edu.

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SEPTEMBER STUDENTS OF THE MONTH At the end of each month, the winners of the Student of the Month award are recognized for success in the classroom, as well as the display of outstanding characteristics as citizens of the school community. These individuals were voted on by their teachers to receive this recognition.

The winners of the Students of the Month for September are:

For Grade 9: Noah Mejia This young man started his freshman year as a straight A student on his first report card. His teachers describe that he consistently comes to class well prepared, takes his coursework seriously, and demonstrates strong study habits and academic discipline. And he scored a perfect score 100% on his first Honors Biology exam.

For Grade 10: Cristian Mojica This sophomore is an exceptional student who consistently demonstrates kindness, respect, and a strong work ethic. He is always on top of his assignments, approaches every task with diligence, and maintains a high standard in all he does. This effort has paid off with him earning the highest grades on his first report card. And he loves to code; and is so committed to his work, he even reminds teachers of things they sometimes miss.

For Grade 11: Aditya Kumar This junior has a strong voice in the classroom and writes with a maturity beyond his years. When asked to provide feedback to his classmate regarding a recent presentation, he was both critical and constructive in ways that were respectful, impressive, and helpful. He also has an honesty and kindness that inspires some of his teachers to be at their absolute best as instructors. He is an amazing and talented young man that is deeply committed to his education. He has the highest grade in most of his classes and brings a positive energy to all he encounters.

For Grade 12: Tristan Ting Torres This young man has always impressed his teachers with his maturity, but that was never more on display than when he, as a TA, stepped up in assisting covering the BMET freshman class for Mr. Jenkins when he was out on an extended leave. This student’s experiences in BMET and his leadership skills in ASB, gave his teacher the confidence to let him lead lessons with the freshmen, so they would still get to do the “cool lab things” during the first tech rotation, that otherwise may have been missed. His experience in leading the lessons has given him a new perspective on education while also allowing him the opportunity to make positive connections with underclassmen.

September 2025 Grade 9

Noah Mejia

Grade 10

Cristian Mojica

Grade 11

Aditya Kumar

Grade 12

Tristan Ting-Torres

OCTOBER 2025

BY ATHLETIC DIRECTOR RICARDO GONZALEZ The Fall Season has started, but many of our athletic teams have started working to prepare for their seasons. 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.

FOOTBALL Follow @boscotechfball for game and fundraiser information! Here are the upcoming games for the month of October: Friday 10/3 @ St Bernard 7pm AWAY (league game) Friday 10/17 vs Mary Star 7PM HOME Friday 10/31 vs Verbum Dei (Senior Night) 7pm HOME CROSS COUNTRY The defending Del Rey League champs look to hold their crown as led by Coach Blayze Fimbres. Contact bfimbres@boscotech.edu for more information.

Saturday 10/4 Central Park Invitational Time TBD Tuesday 10/14 CDR Invitational Location TBD (Var 1:15pm/JV 1:45pm) Saturday 10/18 Bell Gardens Invitational Time TBD Friday 10/24 Mt. Sac Invitational Time TBD Wednesday 10/29 CDR Dual Invitational (JV 1:45pm/ Var 2:15pm) SOCCER Head Coach Eric Alvarenga is starting to work with all available soccer players to prepare for the Head Coach Eric Alvarenga is starting to work with all available soccer players to prepare for the winter season.

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CONTINUED SOCCER (Continued) Follow @bosco_tech_soccer on Instagram for more news and updates on screening and workouts.

BASKETBALL Practices and training have started for basketball after school in the gym. Contact Coach Hernandez for more information.

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

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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

Edison International Carrie Estelle Doheny Foundation George H. Mayr Foundation Rose Hills Foundation

Amount $10,000 $39,000 $50,000 $50,000

Purpose Robotics & Scholarships Scholarships Scholarships Scholarships

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!

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 lowkey setting, and visit with your brothers for a while. Visit https://www.boscotech.edu/ alumni/out-of-town-alumni-receptions for details.

Silicon Valley East Bay Reno/Tahoe San Diego North OC

Oct. 1 Oct. 2 Oct. 16 Nov. 6 Nov. 20

SGV Dec. 11 Palm Springs Jan. 15 Ventura Feb. 5 Phoenix Feb. 19 South OC Feb. 26

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Pasadena Inland Empire Las Vegas South Bay Denver Long Beach

Mar. 26 Apr. 9 Apr. 16 Apr. 30 May 14 May 21

ALUMNI REUNION WEEKEND IS OCT. 10-11 DON’T MISS THE FUN!

A weekend dedicated to our alumni community--Techmen from all over the world are cordially invited to join us on campus the weekend of October 10 and 11 for the 2025 edition of Techmen Reunion Weekend.

The festivities begin on Friday, October 10, with the All-Alumni Cocktail mixer.

The fun continues on Saturday, October 11, with the individual class reunions, celebrating the milestone anniversaries of several years.

All events will be held on campus, and spouses and significant others are always welcome! Visit https://www.boscotech.edu/ reunion2025

HONORING AN ICON ON OCT. 10 CELEBRATE TECH BASKETBALL LEGEND WITH US

An exciting part of the Tech’s annual Alumni Reunion Weekend will be a very special recognition of Tiger Basketball legend and two-time All American Wayne Engelstad (PH ‘85) on Friday, October 10..

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. He and his ‘85 classmates are celebrating their 40th year reunion during the weekend--don’t miss the fun!

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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CHRISTMAS IS JUST AROUND THE CORNER We are excited to have you join us again for our annual holiday boutique on Sat., Dec. 13, from 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

Once again, the boutique will be held in combination with our Tech Selection Day when freshman families will be on campus with their sons.

The boutique is open to all our school families, the surrounding community, local parishes, and other community areas.

This year, we are including our new online process for vendor registration. Weather permitting, vendor spots will be both indoors and outdoors and will be assigned in the order received.

SIGN UP HERE! Vendor and Food Vendor Link: https://gofan.co/event/4422593?schoolId=CA18801 Sponsorship Link: https://gofan.co/event/4422752?schoolId=CA18801 • The event will be held on Saturday, December 13th from 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. and will be both indoors and outdoors. (Pet friendly) • Vendor Fee is $85 and will include one 6ft table with an approximate 10x10 space, sorry no electricity can be provided.

• Spaces are limited, so we ask that you please reply with your information as soon as Over 50 vendors Mini farmers market Baked goods A wide variety of delicious food and drinks Photos with Santa AND Mrs. Claus

Ballet Folklorico Dancers Arts and crafts table Children’s choir Adopt-a-pet with the Bubbles Dog Rescue Fun raffles throughout the event with great prizes

Questions? Feel free to call Cathy Rivera at 626-940-2006 or email at crivera@boscotech.edu.

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RSVP: Details: Saturday, October 4, 2025 @ 10am-12:30pm Bosco Tech 1151 San Gabriel Blvd, Rosemead, CA 91770

Join Us for Bosco Tech’s Coeducation Information Session Exclusively for Girls in grades 6th-8th.

Tour our tech facilities Participate in an exciting, hands-on STEM activity Learn about our Summer Programs

Come explore how Bosco Tech’s innovative programs and supportive community can help your daughter thrive!

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OPEN HOUSE SUNDAY, 16 NOVEMBER 2025

12:00 PM 4:00 PM

Discover Your Future at The Tech!

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Place your order before December 19, 2025 and receive $20 off!

Purchase online at buytheyearbook.com or scan the QR code below: Don Bosco Technical Institute School ID: 729996

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Save the Date BOSCO TECH PARENT COUNCIL INVITES YOU TO THE

SATURDAY, DECEMBER 13th • 8AM–2PM FREE ADMISSION FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY

Santa will be on-site for some fun family photos. Raffles will be taking place every 2 hours for a chance to win some fabulous prizes.

Pet Adoption with The Bubbles Dog Rescue

Come holiday shopping with amazing vendors, great food, seasonal performances, fresh wreaths, holiday activities & more!

Are you a vendor? Contact us for booth information.

We are looking for sponsors or community partners to enhance our event!

For more information visit facebook/ BoscoTechParentCouncil or contact Cathy Rivera at crivera@boscotech.edu or (626) 940-2006

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OCTOBER 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.

WED 10/1 UNIVERSITY OF OREGON ON CAMPUS AT LUNCHTIME THURS 10/2 UNIVERSITY OF THE PACIFIC ON CAMPUS AT LUNCHTIME FRI 10/3 CATHOLIC UNIVERSITY OF AMERICA ON CAMPUS AT LUNCHTIME

WOODBURY UNIVERSITY PORTFOLIO REVIEWS & FEEDBACK 1:30 PM

FIRST LEGO LEAGUE ROBOTICS PRACTICE 4-6 PM SAT 10/4 DROP-IN COLLEGE APP HELP 9 AM-1 PM

COED INFORMATION SESSION 10:00AM-12:30 PM

FIRST LEGO LEAGUE ROBOTICS PRACTICE 9-11 AM

S.T.A.R. TUTORING AT 9 AM MON-THURS 10/6-10/9 FIRST QUARTER EXAMS MON 10/6 USC ON CAMPUS AT LUNCHTIME TUES-FRI 10/7-10/10 GYM CLOSED TUES 10/7 VILLANOVA UNIVERSITY ON CAMPUS AT LUNCHTIME

PARENT COUNCIL MEETING AT 6 PM WED 10/8 BOSTON UNIVERSITY ON CAMPUS AT LUNCHTIME THURS 10/9 FRESHMAN PARENT TECHNOLOGY INFO SESSION AT 5:30 PM

COLLEGE FAIR AT 6 PM FRI 10/10 QUARTER BREAK (SCHOOL CLOSED) FRI-SAT 10/10-10/11 TECHMEN REUNION WEEKEND SUN 10/12 FRC ROBOTICS SO CAL SHOWDOWN (OFF CAMPUS) MON 10/13 QUARTER 2 BEGINS TUES 10/14 BOARD OF TRUSTEES MEETING AT 10 AM THURS 10/16 PSAT TESTING FOR GRADE 10

SAT TESTING FOR GRADE 12

PARENT-TEACHER CONFERENCES (ALL GRADES) 12 NOON-6 PM FRI 10/17 PSAT TESTING GRADES 9 AND 11

PARENT-TEACHER CONFERENCES (GRADE 9 ONLY) 8:30-11:30 AM

PARENT-TEACHER CONFERENCES (ALL GRADES) 12 NOON-6 PM

FIRST LEGO LEAGUE ROBOTICS PRACTICE 4-6 PM

TECH FOOTBALL YOUTH NIGHT AT 7 PM--STUDENTS IN 5-8TH GRADES ARE FREE SAT 10/18 SIMULATED GOLF TOURNAMENT FUNDRAISER 8 AM-4 PM

CAR CLUB CAR SHOW 9 A.M-2 PM

FIRST LEGO LEAGUE ROBOTICS PRACTICE 9-11 AM S.T.A.R. TUTORING 9-11 AM MON-FRI 10/20-10/24 DRUG AWARENESS WEEK MON 10/20 OREGON STATE UNIVERSITY ON CAMPUS AT LUNCHTIME TUES 10/21 RED CROSS CLUB BLOOD DRIVE 11 AM-5 PM

STATE OF THE SCHOOL PRESENTATION BY PRESIDENT GUTIERREZ FRI 10/24 DRUG & ALCOHOL AWARENESS ASSEMBLY

UNIVERSITY OF DALLAS ON CAMPUS AT LUNCHTIME

FIRST LEGO LEAGUE ROBOTICS PRACTICE 4-6 PM SAT 10/25 FIRST LEGO LEAGUE ROBOTICS PRACTICE 9-11 AM TUES 10/28 END OF TECH ROTATION 2 FOR GRADE 9

SAINT MARY’S COLLEGE OF CALIFORNIA ON CAMPUS AT LUNCHTIME WED 10/29 START OF TECH ROTATION 3 FOR GRADE 9 THURS 10/30 ALL SAINTS DAY LITURGY (FORMAL DRESS) FRI 10/31 HALLOWEEN

FIRST LEGO LEAGUE ROBOTICS PRACTICE 4-6 PM