Crown & Shield | Spring 2019

Spring 2019 | Volume 45, Number 2

A SPACE TO

IMAGINE. INNOVATE. INSPIRE.

Read how our new tiered amphitheater performance and collaboration space, and three state-of-the-art science classrooms are taking the BSM experience to new heights and empowering Red Knights to imagine, innovate and inspire.

CROWN & SHIELD

PRESIDENT'S LETTER Greetings Benilde-St. Margaret's Families and Friends: Every organization, every school, pursues progress on its own terms understanding that it is a necessary condition for long-term health. The past few months at Benilde-St. Margaret's have included several significant demonstrations of progress. First, as the second semester began, we celebrated the completion of our notable renovations. Since then, students have flocked to the natural light and unique design offered by those spaces. Second, BSM's next strategic plan was formally adopted by the Board of Directors outlining our path toward the future.

A Catholic, college preparatory school, grades 7-12 2501 Highway 100 South, St. Louis Park, MN 55416 952-927-4176 President | Adam Ehrmantraut, Ed.D. Senior High Principal | Susan Skinner, Ed.D. Junior High Principal | Claire Shea '05, Ed.S. Chair, Board of Directors | Shay Wyley Crown & Shield Managing Editor | Megan Peterson, MLPeterson@bsmschool.org Contributors | Hannah Palm, Mary Fran O'Keefe, Rachel Kuzma Olson '93, Mary Lenker

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Three years ago, the plans to significantly renovate learning spaces took center stage in support of our unique academic programs and flexible use needs. Those early ideas were shaped over time into specific plans involving our faculty and staff members, creative architects, keen designers, expert builders, and financial investment from our benefactors. In June of 2018, construction began and throughout the summer, fall, and early winter the plans began to materialize. On January 22, BSM students, faculty, and staff were welcomed into the new Atrium, which houses a tiered classroom and performance space. Three modern science labs were also unveiled supporting our biomedical science and chemistry programs. This substantial project is truly a blessing blending purpose and design for our Red Knights.

Alongside the building project, a representative group of stakeholders have also been involved in the creation of BSM's next strategic plan over the past eight months. An audit and professional assessment conducted by Meitler Group engaged students, faculty, staff, alumni, religious and business leaders, along with others from our community. Through those channels, we built an understanding of the current educational environment, identified our strengths, and articulated our opportunities for the future.

The vision forward for Benilde-St. Margaret's is built upon four core pillars - Exceptional Academics, Being Catholic in the World, Vibrant Community, and Investing in the Future. The plan embraces Saint John Paul II's notion that we must, "Remember the past with gratitude. Live the present with enthusiasm.

Look forward to the future with confidence." As our school evolves, we will remain connected to our history, rooted in a holistic educational approach, and committed to our community.

At Benilde-St. Margaret's, we have experienced many of God's blessings over the past several months. As we prepare for Easter, my hope is that you also share in these blessings while keeping Jesus in your hearts.

Dr. Adam Ehrmantraut President 2

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TABLE OF CONTENTS Cover Story - A Space to Imagine. Innovate. Inspire.. . . . . . . . . . . . . .4 Hall of Honor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 BSM Alumni Discover Passion for Healing & Helping Others. . . . . 14 Be the Light, Day of Giving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 20 Consecutive Years at State Dance Tournament. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 Bulletin Board . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 Alumni News. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 In Memoriam . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 Alumni Album . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 BSM Buzz . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

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January 2019

A SPACE TO

IMAGINE. INNOVATE. INSPIRE.

By Megan Peterson, Director of Marketing and Communications

Just over two years ago, a facility study was completed and two of the top priorities that emerged were BSM's science facilities and the need for more collaborative space for students.

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Seven months after breaking ground on the school's $8 million Imagine. Innovate. Inspire. capital campaign in June of 2018, BSM was able to address those priorities with three state-of-the art science classrooms, flexible college-style seating areas and a tiered amphitheater performance and collaboration space christened The Atrium. The new spaces opened up to Red Knight faculty, staff and students ahead of schedule and just in time for the first day of the second semester.

These areas are already becoming an integral part of the BSM community, with a stream of Red Knights filling the new classrooms, Atrium, and flexible seating areas every chance they get.

September 2018

State-of-the-Art Science Classrooms The new science classrooms are giving students access to science and medical equipment along with the resources necessary to engage in real-world research and experimentation that can grow and expand over time.

Chemistry, including BSM's new AP Chemistry class, along with the Biomedical Science classes have already begun using the new classrooms.

Students in Biomedical Science 1: Investigations, taught by Jen Roushar, are learning how the systems of the body work together to maintain health with the use of Vernier technology and professional medical equipment.

Students will be conducting research on diseases of the body and then acting as doctors to diagnose and treat fictitious patients.

In an adjacent classroom, AP Biomedical Seminar Teacher Mark Peterson's students are studying current areas of effectiveness of stem cell therapies, studying the impact of skin damage from sunlight using digital UV imaging and proposing claims and arguments related to various medications.

"The new science classrooms provide students with the space and resources they need to conduct their own research using leadingedge medical equipment and tools. I love seeing the students working and collaborating!" said Dr. Susan Skinner, senior high principal.

Additionally, inspiring scripture creatively incorporated with periodic and atomic chemical elements are making a splash on the classroom walls, reminding BSM faculty, staff and students of the school's greater purpose and Catholic mission.

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The Atrium The Atrium is already serving BSM in a variety of ways, enhancing the exceptional education and opportunities the school provides students. The tiered design allows for more than one class to gather together, allowing for deeper discussions and multi-grade collaboration.

A few days after the space's grand opening, Theology teachers Ms. Becca Meagher and Mr. Jeremy Cramer reserved the space for their 7th and 9th Grade Theology classes, where more than 50 students met to explore topics around spiritual growth.

During the class, seventh graders in Ms. Meagher's Religion 7 Seminar class interviewed freshmen in Mr. Cramer's Christology class about how their relationships have changed with others from junior high to senior high. Central to the discussion was the role their faith journey has played in their relationships as part of the unit, "Relationships with Others."

"The Atrium allows us to have enough space so that our classes can collaborate but is intimate enough that the students and teachers can easily interact," said Ms. Meagher.

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In addition to serving as a space for collaborative academic learning, the space is supporting students by providing an engaging and comfortable place to study individually, in small groups or the chance to simply take a brain break.

"I love the tiered style seating. This area lets me work on homework alone or with the input of my friends," said Taylor Williams, a BSM sophomore.

The Atrium will also provide much needed space for student activities and athletics meetings, parent meetings, college rep visits and guest speaker events.

Additionally, BSM is looking forward to hosting special events and small theater and choir performances in the new space. Faculty and staff experienced one of the first performances in the space by the BSM Red Knotes, which many say was a special moment for the Red Knight community.

"The new space provided an amazing backdrop to our students' performance, which gave me goosebumps! It was an inspiring experience to see our students shine in such an exciting way," said Ms. Anne Dougherty, an engineering teacher at BSM. "I feel so proud to be a Red Knight and part of this community."

Flexible College-Style Seating Areas The new space also offers several new flexible seating configurations, providing additional areas for student study and group project work.

It's rare to find one of these spaces without students engaging in conversation and collaboration.

Remembering our Catholic Roots The school's Catholic mission continues to remain at the forefront at BSM with the installation of a cross affixed to the outside of the tiered classroom space, funded through the campaign.

On November 20, 2018, all BSM students, faculty and staff gathered for a special blessing and cross raising ceremony. Father Tim Wozniak and Mr. Mike Jeremiah led the group in a prayer of gratitude and a blessing for the new space.

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The Design The new space offers a contemporary look and a large, striped sound enhancing wall, featuring BSM's school colors.

One of the most important design features includes the large windows, natural light and modern light fixtures, giving students the chance to study in a bright yet calming environment.

Curricular Enhancements and Tuition Assistance Phase one of the campaign has also included support for curricular enhancements, including the addition of several Advanced Placement science courses.

Committed to providing an exceptional Catholic education to those who demonstrate a desire to attend BSM with a passion to get involved, the campaign also includes an increase in tuition assistance resources through endowment funding.

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Additionally, a large Red Knight logo hangs over the hallway entryway, emphasizing the community's Red Knight pride.

Led by Opus Construction under the direction of President Adam Ehrmantraut, Ed.D and CFO Natalie Ramier, the space was designed by Miller Dunwiddie Architecture and InUnison Design in conjunction with the science department.

"It has been one of the most rewarding parts of my job to have been a part of this process to provide our students and faculty with new learning environments. I've loved every minute of it," said CFO Natalie Ramier.

A Special Thank You and Next Steps Thank you to BSM's generous community of parents, alumni, and friends who helped make phase one of the campaign a reality.

Your generosity truly matters and will influence the lives of both current students and thousands of Red Knights in the years to come.

Right now, BSM is in the process of securing an additional $2M to complete phase two of the campaign, which will include an innovative learning and support center. Â If you'd like to get involved or would like more information, contact BSM President Adam Ehrmantraut, Ed.D. Thank you to the BSM community for helping build a bright future for every Red Knight!

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BSM

Hall of

HONOR THE HALL OF HONOR

is a recognition program designed to consistently and publicly honor the heritage of BSM, salute the dedication and service of the volunteer community, and reward the professional longevity of employees.

THE 2019 HONOREES

have made a significant contribution to the lives of many in the Benilde-St. Margaret's and greater community. They were honored at the 2019 Hall of Honor Celebration and Awards Dinner, January 28, at BSM.

Red Knight Leadership Award

Volunteer Service Award

Penny Meier Randy and Gail Ross

Tim and Stacey Nichols Mark Whitmore

Distinguished Alumni Award

Twenty-Year Club Inductees

Colonel Steven Whitney '88 Meghan Lind DesLauriers '99

Michelle Fristrom Lisa Lenhart-Murphy '86

Nominations for the 2020 Hall of Honor will be accepted through August 1, 2019.

Go to www.BSMschool.org/hallofhonor to download the nomination form.

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RED KNIGHT LEADERSHIP AWARD Penny Meier

Randy and Gail Ross

Parents often get pulled into Benilde-St. Margaret's gradually, generally connected to the experiences of their sons or daughters. Penny Meier lived that experience when her daughter Paige '16 began as a student in 2012.

Randy and Gail Ross joined the BSM community when their daughters, Mary Pat '15 and Josie '17, became Red Knights. The girls were very involved in drama and speech which meant Randy and Gail were immediately building props, running errands, feeding performers, serving as judges, being timekeepers, and doing anything else that was needed. They instilled that very same spirit in their girls.

Penny quickly got involved working as a member of the Benilde-St. Margaret's Board of Directors. She worked most closely with the school's development efforts. During Penny's time on the Board, she was the chair of the Advancement Committee and a critical supporter of the current capital campaign. In some of the most challenging circumstances, BSM realized some of the best fundraising results in the school's history. Without question, that progress was connected to Penny's insights and efforts.

Penny's contributions went beyond the world of development. She constantly brought a "glass half full" perspective to any important conversation. She understood how to encourage others and the impact that had on the individual and the school. She also took a special interest in helping BSM staff members on an individual basis.

Penny is finishing her final year as a member of the Board of Directors so recognizing her as the recipient of the Red Knight Leadership Award is especially fitting.

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Randy also served on the Benilde-St. Margaret's Board of Directors for six years bringing a skilled human resources and leadership perspective to the group. He was absolutely instrumental in the shaping of effective processes and recruitment related to school board service. The nominating committee was one of the groups benefiting from his expertise. While juggling his multitude of obligations, Randy always found time to serve as a mentor to young professionals.

Combined, Randy and Gail are a force of positivity that moves in the same direction, promoting generosity, humility, hospitality, Hall of intelligence, and laughter. They are gracious to a fault, helping build real community at BSM.

HONOR

Twenty -Year Club INDUCTEES

The 20-year club is a proud and loyal group of Red Knight faculty and staff members. There were two new inductees honored in 2019.

MICHELLE FRISTROM

LISA LENHART-MURPHY '86

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DISTINGUISHED ALUMNI AWARD Colonel Steven Whitney '88

Meghan Lind DesLauriers '99

Colonel Steven Whitney graduated from Benilde-St. Margaret's in the Class of 1988. He earned a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering from the University of Minnesota and simultaneously completed the Air Force Reserve Officer Training Corps program as a distinguished graduate to earn his commission as an officer in the Air Force. Through the years, Colonel Whitney has served in a wide variety of space system acquisition and operations leadership positions within the Air Force, the Joint Staff, and the National Reconnaissance Office.

Meghan Lind DesLauriers is a graduate from the Benilde-St. Margaret's Class of 1999. She earned a bachelor's degree in English from Boston College and continued her education at Northwestern Pritzker School of Law. After passing the bar exam, Meghan accepted a position as an associate at the law firm of Dorsey & Whitney in 2008.

In 2015, Colonel Whitney was named as the director of the Global Positioning Systems Directorate. The Global Positioning System (GPS) was launched by the U.S. Department of Defense in 1974 and became fully operational in 1995. It provides critical positioning capabilities for our military as well as commercial users around the world and is maintained by the United States Air Force.

In his role as the director of GPS, he leads a team of more than 1,000 military and civilian members to develop, buy, launch and sustain the Global Positioning System. This includes the satellites, the ground command and control system, and the military user equipment. He also sets the standards and specifications for civil GPS use, enabling our ability to get from place to place. The $38 billion GPS program has an annual budget of over $1 billion and is the largest satellite constellation in the Department of Defense.

Colonel Whitney was recently selected for promotion to brigadier general and will be assuming that rank later this year. He is married to Dr. Lynnette BSM Whitney and they have three children.

As a first-year associate, Meghan worked on many cases for the Mayo Clinic.

Her extraordinary skills as a trial lawyer were evident early on in her career and she has been described as "prepared, poised, well-spoken, and persuasive."

As her experience grew, so did her client base. Today, she represents clients in a broad array of general business lawsuits with an emphasis on healthcare litigation. Her focus includes medical malpractice defense, counseling for professional associations, and representing physicians before the Board of Medical Practice.

Meghan was named an MSBA North Star Lawyer from 2012-2014 and has been designated as a Rising Star by Minnesota Super Lawyers. In 2016, she became a partner at Dorsey & Whitney and has successfully assisted corporations and non-profits on all sides of legal disputes. She also has significant experience addressing international legal issues.

In addition to her corporate life, Meghan is active in the bar associations and serves as the secretary of the board and chair of the governance committee at Benilde-St. Margaret's.

Her track record of giving back does not end there, however. She also represents domestic abuse survivors and underserved populations in pro bono cases.

Good news for the BSM community, Meghan is married to another Red Knight, Mike DesLauriers '05. With two Red Knights in the family we can only hope that both Hall of of their daughters, Jane (3) and Kate (12 weeks), will follow in their parents' footsteps.

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VOLUNTEER SERVICE AWARD Tim and Stacey Nichols

Mark Whitmore

From sequins to softball, Stacey and Tim Nichols have covered many miles in their Red Knight journey – both figuratively and literally. It all started with Abby '16 and dance team but Stacey quickly added the Spirit Shop and the Parent Association to her schedule. She got her PA feet wet with the Just for Parents series but definitely found her groove as the Parent Association treasurer. Filling the role of treasurer on the Parent Association Board is not an easy task, but Stacey was a perfect fit and a big contributor. She streamlined many of the procedures, kept the event chairs on budget and finances in check – no small accomplishment.

Little did Mark Whitmore know when daughter Maddie '14 came to BSM, what opportunities the activities of Will '17 and John '19 would offer him. Three consecutive years of very successful football coupled with junior varsity and varsity basketball kept this dedicated dad very busy.

Hannah's '18 basketball games occupied winter nights but softball was ever present.

Tim coached BSM's off-season dome team for two seasons and, in what really shows commitment, he continues to coach the team this winter even after Hannah's graduation. Tim and Stacey were always on hand at games to do the virtual scorebook program on an iPad. This included time after games as well checking the accuracy of each play and finalizing every game.

Tim might have a new career in maintenance or a stint as a long-haul truck driver. He shoveled snow off the field in an effort to get a few days jump on outside practice, cleaned the concession/storage shed from top to bottom, and organized and put equipment away. He served as equipment chauffeur to Wabasso, Mankato, and other points west. Concession items also needed moving when the team hosted tournaments or games at other parks.

Coach Adrian Wagner summed it up best, "If there was a need for help in any way relating to BSM softball, Tim and Stacey were there to help." Rumor has it that this might also be the case going forward. They definitely believed the phrase "once a Red Knight, always a BSM Red Knight."

Being a captain's dad for football is a daunting task. The bar was set very high by Mark's predecessors and he lived up to all expectations. Mark ran the football booster club for two years and coordinating all of the groups that make up the booster club is a monstrous job. That also means overseeing the media guide that ultimately provides many of the things needed for the program. According to Coach Hanks, "Without Mark's hard work and dedication, the program would be a shell of what it is today. I know that he spent every waking moment working on booster club tasks. I am forever grateful to him and his family."

Communication is key for captains and their parents and the Whitmores earned an A+ in that category.

Keeping everyone "in the loop" is not easy.

Feeding information to adults is one thing, but feeding teams of growing boys is a whole different story.

"We started out with this amount of food and quickly had to send out for reinforcements" is a common phrase for parents hosting team gatherings. It makes sense that the Whitmore kitchen needed an update this year after all of the Red Knight events in Plymouth.

Athletes often send requests to parents in the stands.

Sometimes the needs are shouted, sometimes told quietly at the fence, sometimes demonstrated. This past fall, at John's request, Mark dutifully headed to the car for the pickle juice to help one of the players! Who knew it was a remedy for cramping? Mark's trip to the car was a perfect example of his dedication. Whatever was needed for any Red Hall of Knight, Mark Whitmore was there to help.

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g n i l a e r H o f n o i s s a P BSM ALUMNI DISCOVER

Written by Hannah Palm, Marketing and Communication Specialist

Anne Ford Moore, M.D. '81

Medical school alone is a big undertaking and BSM graduate Anne Ford Moore took on the challenge all while raising two very young children with her husband Terry and her third child on the way. Yet, this was just the beginning for the '81 alumna.

Moore, a 2015 Volunteer Service Award Hall of Honor recipient, credits Benilde-St. Margaret's for helping her thrive, despite her busy schedule, "BSM helped me develop my study and organizational skills. BSM stressed the importance of being self-motivated and gave me the self-confidence to push through setbacks.

It also contributed to my faith, which I've relied heavily upon during my career and life."

Medicine has been an interest of Moore's since she was a young girl, and she thanks her dad for helping her pursue her passion, "Although I developed an interest in medicine in my early teen years, my dad strongly encouraged me to pursue medicine," Moore said.

Moore currently works at TRIA Orthopedics Center as a physician in sports medicine and primary care orthopedics. On a daily basis, Moore sees patients, peds-elderly, with various orthopedic concerns, you name it, she's seen it - from head to toe. The best part of doing it all? Moore says it is simply the fact that she gets to help people, "Helping people transition from pain/injury to healing/function is very rewarding. The fact that people entrust their orthopedic care to me is also rewarding," she said.

& HELPING OTHERS

Valley Health Center for children and adolescents with a focus on mental health, as well as working as a counselor at the University of Minnesota in the HIV clinic.

No two days at work have ever been the same for Moore. Her career has taken her down many paths, and she is grateful for the people she gets to meet every day, "Developing relationships with new people every day is an added bonus. I love the fact that no two days at work are the same - unique patients each with their own history and exam findings require every patient's plan to be a bit different and it keeps me thinking every day."

On top of her full-time job, Moore's busy and challenging lifestyle includes a variety of callings, all of which she's extremely passionate about. Moore works as a team physician for Benilde-St. Margaret's, the Minnesota Magicians (NAHL) and the Minnesota Whitecaps (NWHL) hockey teams. She also serves on multiple committees at TRIA and is a proud member of the Jack Jablonski '14 Believe in Miracles Foundation.

Moore attributes many of the relationships in her life to her time spent here at BSM, not to mention, all three of Moore's children are BSM graduates: Madeline '11 recently engaged to Greg Zeman '11 and working at Target headquarters, TJ '13 playing professional hockey in Denmark and Auggie '16 currently playing junior hockey in New York.

She is grateful for the BSM community where she has had the opportunity to meet, "many wonderful people" and develop countless "friendships over the years." In fact, a memorable moment in her career ties back to BSM, "It was 2012 at the MN state high school hockey tournament. Jack Jablonski '14 was recently injured and there were many highs and lows with several players on the team that week. I was involved with a lot of behind the scene activities trying to keep athletes healthy and in games. Then the team won the championship! We had the post-celebration at my house with many members of the BSM community." And this is why we say, "Once a Red Knight, always a Red Knight!"

Moore attended undergrad at Marquette University majoring in Psychology, then went on to get her MC in Counseling Psychology from Arizona State University and received her MD from the University of Minnesota.

She's had an extensive and wide variety of career focuses. Some of Moore's previous work includes being a counselor at Golden

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Anne '81 working the U.S. Pond Hockey Championship 2019 with colleagues.

At BSM, it is our mission to provide opportunities, coupled with a quality education that allows students to find their passion and reach their highest potential. It is the reason why our alumni go out into the world prepared for whatever lies ahead. In the story below, two alumni share their stories on how BSM empowered them to do just that, and find their passions for healing and helping others.

Mike Nemanich, M.D. '85 As a junior in high school, most students are worried about their ACT scores or college placement, but for BSM alumnus Mike Nemanich, it was in his junior year of high school that he decided what he wanted to do for the rest of his life. With the advice of a classmate and influence of his father's job as a surgeon, Nemanich decided early on that he was going to be a doctor.

"My dad [now a retired surgeon] was a big influence on thinking about my career but it was not until my junior year when a classmate of mine at BSM said, 'You know, Mike, you would make a really good doctor!' It was funny because sort of at that point is when I really kind of committed myself to a future in medicine," he said. This marked one of many ways BSM helped spark his love for his vocation.

Another one of his very first memories of his love and interest in science was in Mr. Wander's physics class. "He showcased all of these really neat physics experiments and it was really cool. You could tell the teachers were really excited about what they were teaching, their subject matter and they wanted us to succeed. I think it exemplifies what great teachers we really had, and memories like those make me very grateful for my time at BSM," he said.

After graduating from BSM in 1985, Nemanich went on to attend St. John's University for undergrad and then attended Mayo Medical School for pre-med. He spent a total of nine years in Rochester as he completed his Orthopedic residency at Mayo Clinic. Having a love for the Twin Cities, Nemanich made the move back in 1998 to begin his private practice in general orthopedic surgery.

Around the same time, Benilde-St. Margaret's was in need of a doctor to help support the trainers and BSM's athletes. With a strong interest in sports medicine and a strong athletic background playing all three seasons every year at BSM, he happily accepted the job.

In 2006, Nemanich's brother Joe '93, an orthopedic surgeon and one of his three siblings to graduate from BSM (George '83 and Mary Nemanich Ruff '87), joined his practice.

With a family full of doctors, it is only fitting that the most memorable moment in his career was when, all three of them, Nemanich, his dad and his brother, Joe, were in surgery at the same time at the same hospital.

"The neat part about being in medicine in general, whether you're a doctor, nurse or therapist, every day you have an opportunity to make a positive impact on people's lives. It really has been the most rewarding thing being a doctor and I love coming from a family of them."

Nemanich credits much of his success to BSM and the opportunities he had attending a smaller school, "It really allowed me to be involved in a lot of different things. I was not only involved in sports, but also involved in student council and other various clubs. I had the opportunity to make a lot of mistakes along the way and I learned more from those than I did successes. The smaller school was a big part of what made me ready for success in my future in medicine."

Over time, Nemanich's practice has evolved from more general orthopedics to a very specialized (l-r) Mike's brother Joe '93, father, George Sr., Mike '85 focus on joint replacement. Being after performing surgery at the in practice for more than 20 same time and same hospital. years now with 1,000+ surgeries under his belt, it is no wonder why Nemanich was voted 2018 "Best Doctor" in Minnesota Monthly.

He also was honored by BSM as a 2005 Hall of Honor Volunteer Service Award recipient.

His advice to current Red Knights thinking about and contemplating their future career paths is to do something that you enjoy. "If you are somebody that likes working with people, if you want to have a positive impact on people's lives, and you like science and math, then medicine might be a very good fit for you. It is a bit of a long road and you have to commit to it, but it's well worth it in the end."

Countless Benilde, St. Margaret's Academy and Benilde-St. Margaret's graduates have done great things for our world by serving others.

We are grateful for the doctors, nurses, therapists and all of those in the field of medicine working to help others heal mentally, physically and emotionally. Thank you from your Red Knight family!

Mike's brother Joe '93, Mike '85 performing surgery together.

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MAY 16, 2019

DAY OF GIVING ANNUAL FUND

#BeThe Light

Your gift to the Annual Fund supports the BSM experience in the following ways: TUITION ASSISTANCE

TECHNOLOGY

$ $ $$ 16

INNOVATIVE CURRICULUM

FACULTY DEVELOPMENT

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ATHLETICS & ACTIVITIES

BSM Current Parents, David & Teena Pflum

BSM Alumnus, Greg Dukinfield '99

BSM Grandparents, Harry & Mabs Wahlquist

Teena, Iris '21, Jack, David, Celia '19, Future Red Knight Calvin

Maggie, Greg '99, Abigail, Isaac

Ali '17, Myles '21, Annika '14, Harry, Mabs

"As an alum, BSM helped to set the foundations of my life: education, social, moral. I feel it is important to continue to support that mission and help others receive that same foundation for years to come."

"As a family, we are pleased to regularly support the Benilde-St. Margaret's Annual Fund. We do so with great pleasure based upon BSM's consistent delivery of a high-quality education and a strong Catholic foundation. We are grateful for this community that truly feels like family. Go Red Knights!"

"As a new family, we are happy to support and give back to BSM. We are so thankful that God led our two daughters to BSM. Their experiences have been positively life-changing! The faculty/staff and BSM community have provided a welcoming, loving and nurturing environment for them to grow and flourish."

Every year, we rely on our BSM community of families, alumni, students, grandparents, and friends to help bridge the gap between tuition paid and the actual cost of delivering an exceptional BSM education.

Be sure to save the date and visit www.BSMschool.org/DayofGiving and make a lasting gift.

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KNIGHTETTES PLACE SECOND IN AA JAZZ ON ANNIVERSARY OF 20TH CONSECUTIVE STATE APPEARANCE!

A sea of red filled the Target Center on February 15 and 16, 2019, as hundreds of Red Knight fans witnessed the BSM Knightettes take home second in AA Jazz and fourth in AA Kick on the anniversary of their 20th consecutive state appearance! This marked a profound moment for the entire Red Knight community.

Photo courtesy of Henry Witterschein '19

"Dancing at the state tournament is an unexplainable feeling that I have been so fortunate to experience these past five years. My best memories of high school have been made year after year on this special weekend," said Knighette senior Caroline Pauly '19.

This year's state tournament was emotional for many senior Knightette parents as well.

"We have always watched Caroline dance on the state floor with a fluctuating mix of excitement, nerves, and pride," said Knightette parent Anne Marie Dominguez.

"I have truly enjoyed being a part of this dance team family.

I am so grateful for all of the memories!" said Knightette parent Heather Scherer.

"Our winning state program was a Paula Abdul remix, which even back in 1999 was a real throwback. That song will always remind me of our team and bring a smile to my face," said Katie Oberstar Ugarte, another '99er.

"I have to say my most cherished memories are those behind the scenes," said Katie Segner '14. "The love and passion you and your teammates have for each other and for dance is what truly makes an everlasting impact."

Many dance team alumnae had the chance to wish the team luck at a special gathering where they caught a glimpse of the Knightettes' routine on Feb. 6.

"Go get 'em girls!

Enjoy the ride, be each others' greatest supporters, and, most of all, have a blast!" said Catie Scherer Brackin '99.

This year's state competition also marked a special moment for many BSM dance team alumnae.

From the entire Red Knight community, congratulations to the Knightette family on your tremendous accomplishment and the long-standing legacy that will live on for years to come!

Back (l-r) Tori Kubinski '13, Alex Bonvino Lorbiecki '12, Ann Gunville Singewald '00, "To see how Lisa Brintnall Cronk '99, Annalise Sundberg Helms '08, Kaitlin Sundberg Lowell '05, absolutely incredible Courtney Johnson '08, Alexa Kubinski '11, Maddy Moore '11, Julie Ortler Palach '80, Gigi Labore Knoer '88, and Lee Ann Herbert '77; Front (l-r) Liz Goulet 12, the dance team has Emily Parsons '12, Natalie Dorsey '10, Kate Oberstar Ugarte '99, become is amazing!

Amanda Gales '11, CiCi Fortney '17, Megan Olk '18, and Katie Ruff '80.

The skill and athleticism of these "With two daughters dancing for the Knightettes for a girls is astounding, and I am so proud to have been a total of ten years, we've witnessed dedication, hard part of the BSM dance team program," said BSM alumna work, perseverance, devotion and teamwork like Lisa Brintnall Cronk '99. no other. We are honored to be a part of the Many BSM dance team alumnae also say the team's 42 year legacy of this phenomenal team," 20th consecutive state appearance brings back said Knighette parent Maureen Segner. memories from their own experiences as Knightettes.

"I am so proud to see the BSM dance "I very fondly remember Mrs. Ross's homemade cookies, team (parents, coaches and everyone holding hands in a circle and praying together before involved) grow into a true dynasty. meets, and the sheer joy and pride of winning state!" said Bravo!" said Ugarte.

Katie DesLauriers Sullivan '99.

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REUNION INFORMATION

If your graduation year ends in a 4 or a 9, 2019 is your reunion year!

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Please contact Rachel Kuzma Olson '93 at 952-767-0647 or rkuzmaolson@BSMschool.org to discover one of the many ways you can help with your class gathering or email the reunion contact listed for more details.

SMA 1954 BEN 1959 SMA 1969 BEN 1969 BEN 1974 SMA 1974 BSM 1979 BSM 1984 BSM 1989 BSM 1994 BSM 1999 BSM 2004 BSM 2009 BSM 2014

Reunion contact requested. Please email alumni at rkuzmaolson@BSMschool.org to help.

Friday, June 14, Jax's Cafe, 5:30 p.m. reunion contacts: Frank Spinner at fbspin@gmail.com and Dave Wendt at davewendtinsurance@gmail.com Register at www.BSMschool.org/BEN1959.

Saturday, June 15, 2019, Woman's Club of Minneapolis, 11:30 a.m., reunion contacts: Mary Bochnak at mbochnak@hamline.edu and Mary Tott at tottmarye13@gmail.com Register at www.BSMSchool.org/SMA1969 TBA, reunion contact: Dick Lewis at lewis0622@aol.com TBA, reunion contact: David Paquette at danddpaquette@gmail.com TBA TBA, reunion contact: Tom Murphy at ttjkmurphy@comcast.net TBA, reunion contact: Patricia Fitzgerald at patriciairish22@gmail.com Saturday, July 27, Kieran's Irish Pub, 7 p.m., reunion contact: Amy Jo Reinhart Hyde at ahyde@BSMschool.org - Register at www.BSMschool.org/BEN1989 TBA, reunion contact: Liz Rogers at rogersbuchholz@gmail.com TBA, reunion contact: Catie Scherer Brackin at catiescherer@hotmail.com TBA, reunion contact: Kelly Rodgers at kellyrodgers51@gmail.com Friday, November 29, Park Tavern, 7:30 p.m., reunion contacts: Mike Hansberry at mjhansberry7@yahoo.com and Dan Scallen at dscallen@mmm.com - RSVP at www.BSMschool.org/BSM2009 TBA, reunion contact: Grace Coughlin at gracecough@gmail.com and Danny Tift at dwtift@gmail.com

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UPCOMING EVENTS Alumni/Senior Breakfast Wednesday, May 1 • BSM Great Hall

Alums host seniors and share college and career advice. If interested in participating, please email alumni@BSMschool.org.

Senior High Spring Musical Thursday, May 2, 7 p.m.

Friday, May 3, 7 p.m.

Saturday, May 4, 7 p.m.

Sunday, May 5, 2 p.m.

DAY OF GIVING MAY 16

#BeThe Light

JORANGER OPEN

Sponsorship opportunities available!

Contact Michael Charles at mcharles@BSMschool.org to sign up for sponsorships by May 1.

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Appropriately, six Irish classmates gathered for a lunch at Cooper Pub and Restaurant: (clockwise) Eileen Sullivan Hedberg, Colleen O'Malley, CSJ, Sue Murray Dombross, Kate Gillespie Dooley, Sharon Fitzgerald, and Marie Murphy.

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The St. Margaret's Class of '56 met at Jax Café on December 12 for a Christmas luncheon. They enjoyed many laughs about their shenanigans at St. Margaret's and had a great time discussing former teachers and other fond memories. They missed all who could not attend. Pictured here are: left side of table (l-r) Mary Jo Romaniak DeWitt, Jackie Demeules Beiring, Mary Ella Fust Stedman, Patricia Gavin Bailey Campion, Mary Kathryn Cowan, Barbara Moeglein Maloney, and Jean McMullin Shannon; right side of the table (l-r) Mary Ann Carroll DeZiel, Nancy Mayer Riley, Carol Carline Enck, Carol Renckens Torberg, Marg Ascher Roback, Karen Swan Slaney, and Carol Lundby Northenscold.

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Friends gathered at the Monte Carlo Club in Minneapolis on December 4 to celebrate the holiday season: clockwise Bill Bevan, Denny Smith, John Hill, Ken Fasching, Bob O'Hara, Mike O'Halloran, Gerry Phillips, Tom Rerah, Dave Wendt, Ken Meier, John Murphy, former teacher Patrick Casey, and Al Woodward.

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Teresa Graham hosted several St. Margaret's Academy alumnae at her home: (l-r) Susan Zerull Steel, Anne Foell Dubois, Debbie Grones Nelson, Ginny Lupo, Sally Fashant, Sally Hansen Knaeble, and Teresa Graham. They also connected, using FaceTime, with several classmates who were not able to make the gathering: Kath Wright Dedon (Washington), Marilyn Kearney Raymond (Utah), and Mary Pat Gergen McGuire (Iowa).

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Julia Duffy, known for playing Stephanie Vanderkellen on the sitcom Newhart from 1983–90, has written a book called BAD Auditions. St. Margaret's classmate Janine Marceau and Janine's mother, Donna Marceau, met up with Julia at a book signing in Minneapolis last fall.

1976

Karen Gruidl Bjorgan received the 2018 President's Award from Health Partners for her work with the Inspire Program though Park Nicollet. Karen is a leader for stroke and brain victims and community outreach.

1977

Mary DesJarlais recently published The Cutter's Widow through Calumet Editions in Edina. The Cutter's Widow tells a timeless story about being a woman in America, and reminds us that the issues women face today are not new, and the quiet strength of many is what carries us all.

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Steve Whitney was nominated for appointment to the rank of brigadier general in the United States Air Force.

Steve is currently stationed at Los Angeles Air Force Base, California, as the Director of the Global Positioning Systems (GPS) Directorate.

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Bridget Ruane and Alex Topousis were married on October 17, 2018, in Dublin, Ireland. Bridget is an occupational therapist at St. David's Center for Child and Family Development, and Alex is a project manager for John Ryan Performance.

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Jenny Frenz and Tim Wilson were married on August 10 at the Park Point Beach House in Duluth, Minnesota. Jenny is a kindergarten teacher and Tim is a lead brewer at Earth Rider Brewery.

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Elena Mercedes Schultz and Nicholas Miller were married on May 26 at St. Therese Church of Deephaven. Elena works as a regulatory affairs administrator with 3M and Nicholas is an advertising operations specialist with Novus Media Inc.

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Michael Allen presented to BSM theology classes on January 28 about the non-profit organization he founded, My Very Own Bed. The organization secures beds and sheets for children in the metro area who have moved into stable housing. BSM students supported My Very Own Bed through the Common Basket program at the all-school Mass in February.

Michael is pictured with advocate and Student Council Executive Treasurer Hope Wang '20.

Meghan Lind DesLauriers and Michael DesLauriers '05 are excited to announce the birth of Kathryn Grace on December 3. Kate was welcomed home by her 3-year old sister Jane. Meghan is a partner at Dorsey & Whitney LLP and Mike is an audit senior manager at Grant Thornton LLP.

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Megan and John Doberstein are pleased to announce the birth of Henry Charles Doberstein. Big brother Wesley James (3) gets along well with his new baby brother. John is employed at Poquet Auto and Megan works in marketing at Medtronic as a global product manager.

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Shannon Martin and Stuart Quirk were married on July 14 at the Lumber Exchange in downtown Minneapolis. Shannon is an assistant professor of psychology at Converse College.

Stuart is a clinical psychologist, and he recently started his own private practice. Shannon and Stuart live with their border collie, Copper, and tabby cat, Abbie, in Spartanburg, South Carolina.

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Alexandra Sifferlin, recently took on the role of senior editor of health and science at the digital media company Medium. Alexandra worked for TIME Magazine covering health and medicine as a staff writer for seven years prior to her new role, where many of her stories made a splash on the cover, catching the attention of the nation.

Alexandra attributes much of her success to her time spent working as editor-inchief for the Knight Errant.

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Classmates met at Punchbowl Social over the Thanksgiving weekend to celebrate their 10-year reunion: back (l-r) Molly Dillon, Ryan O' Halloran, Jenna Nelson, Jake Ingalls, Jack O' Reilly, and Brian Graupner: front (l-r) Annalise Sundberg Helms, Emily Allen, John Helms, and Jack Hogan. PHOTO 12

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Mollie Hughes and Andrew Levy were married on August 19 in Rancho Santa Fe, California.

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Several Red Knights are on the Mock Trial team at the University of Wisconsin Madison including Lucas Latterell, Maddie Turk, and Sophie Herrmann. Maddie is a junior captain on the team.

Kelsey Jacobson and Max Rathmanner were married on November 3. Kelsey is a Spanish teacher at Spring Lake Park High School and Max is a realtor for Coldwell Banker Burnet.

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Kevin Greening and Sarah DeWitt were married on September 1 at Our Lady of Grace Church in Edina. Kevin is a senior consultant at Deloitte and Sarah will graduate in May from the University of Minnesota Law School.

Margaret Miller worked in the financial industry and as a tour guide in Africa, but has now traded continents and careers. She currently lives in a camper van and writes a blog called "curlyhaircamping" on her Instagram account. She teaches English online and plans to travel throughout Europe in 2019.

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Classmates returned to BSM to cheer on the Red Knights at the basketball doubleheader on December 21: (l-r) Ginny Lyons, Mikey Pupel, Kylie Nevells, and Anna Lilienthal.

Jordan Maddaus was named to the Grinnell College women's soccer All-Midwest Conference team. She ranked first in gamewinning goals and fifth in total points, points per game, and assists. Her efforts helped the Pioneers to a 7-2 mark in MWC play, their most league wins since 2012.

Carston Swenson and Maria Satre returned to BSM from the Naval Academy to talk about their experience in Annapolis. Red Knights Lauren McDonnell '17, Sean McCullough '17, and Lorenzo Cerda '18 are also at the Naval Academy.

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IN MEMORIAM John Armitage Father of Kathryn Armitage Schappa Michael Thomas '76 James '80 Julie Armitage Liberante '82

Douglas Babcock '61 Brother of Daniel '65 David '66 Stephen '68 John '73 Dominic '77

Mary Bognanno-Rauch '96 Mary-Gifford Bruley Mother of Rob '68 Anne Bruley Lenss '77

Vernon Cafarella Father of John '75 Jim '78 – deceased Paul Joe Tom '84

Todd Carson Son of Mary Lou Harrington Carson '62

Al Carufel Father of Craig '87 – deceased Michelle Carufel Twohig '88 Lisa Carufel Shepherd '96 Sarah Carufel Hauer '99

Janet Dziewior Hedlund Christopherson '48 Mother of Genie Hedlund '69

Lilla Eakins – past faculty Elaine Elsen Mother of Larry '65 Jeanne Elsen Taube

Ronald Ercolani Father of Kathryn '17 Carmen '18

Liz Evon Mother of Cyn Evon Anderson Tom '79 Tim '82

Gina Ford Wife of Mark '83

Eileen Dohney Freeman '46 Brian Haberle '83 Brother of Linda Haberle Chase '79

Yvonne Herzig Mother of Lisa Henrickson Shaughnessy '85

Mary Catherine Hickok Sister of Elizabeth '72 Allan '73 Stephen '76 Anne Hickok Hanley '78 Christopher '83 Matthew '88 - deceased Meaghan Hickok Dowden '90

Jeffrey M. Hinton

George Schneider

Barbara McCarthy Mother of Finn Haley '98 Madigan Haley '01

Father of Mark '70 David Mary Schneider McPherson Meg Teresa Schneider Schrempp

Joan McGinty, CSJ '48

Michael Schultz '74

Jimmy McGregor Father of Emily Burt-McGregor '03 Jordan Burt-McGregor '15

Kathy Manderscheid

John Schumacher

Wife of Bruce Reinhart '61

Mary Jean Manke Martin '49 Sister of Margaret Marilyn George '61 Marlene '64

Mother of Todd '84 Troy '84 Tricia '89 Teren '92

Louise Janas Mother of Patti Janas Fox '69 Eileen '70 Steve Tom Mike Mary Janas Reese Barbara Janas Kemner Jeannie Janas Hall

Anna Klavins Mother of John '80 Art '83 – deceased

Ralph Koenig Father of Jim Mike Patty '90

Brother of Scott '67 Brian Mary Julius

William Kreykes Father of Tim '83 Jennifer Kreykes Pohl '85 – deceased Tom '88

Lois Lindberry Mother of Jill Lindberry Mecklenburg '85

Phillipa Gleason Lindquist '52

Joe Michels '62 Husband of Janet Law Michels '63 Father of Dan '91 Chris Michels Bichler Kate Michels Rizo

Patricia Bailey Myhre '72 Charles Pfeffer, Jr. Father of Katherine Pfeffer Simmons '83 Ann Pfeffer Jette Charlie '85 John '85 Mary Pfeffer Udermann '88 Patricia, PJ, Pfeffer Bertram '98

Fay Reuter Mother of Nancy Reuter Kodadek '69 Mike Jeanne Reuter Bloomquist

Arne Rian Father of Joe Arne Christopher '80 Tim '81 Pete '83 Mary '84 Deanna '85 Jenny '86 Theresa '90 Katie '91 AnnMarie '95

Scott and Janet Rosstedt Parents of Derek Jill Rosstedt Kugel '96

Father of Paul '75 Mark '76 Peter '78 Ann Schumacher Albertson '79 Matt '83

Gregory Shields '65

Father of Gabe Skelly '00

Bonnie Huntley

Brother of Marguerite Schultz Burke '70 Leo '72 Thomas '77

Johnelle Foley Snyder '67 James Stattmiller Father of Seth Anna Kaleb '01 Sylas '03

Gerald Steiner '59 Sylvian Sundrum – past faculty Helen Swanson Mother of Richard '81 Michael '82 Joan Swanson Burgoyne '83 Paul '85

Dennis Van Orden Husband of Sandra Schugg Van Orden '65 Father of Lisa '91 Katie Van Orden Whiteford Sara Van Orden Gritzmaker Jenny

James Vetscher '61 Brother of John Vetscher '63 (Deceased) Paul Vetscher '67

Gloria Wartman Mother of Gail Wartman Bollis Tom Jacque Wartman Diedrichs Phil Michael Liz Wartman Mugford '84

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Alumni Basketball - Alums and current players gathered in the Haben Center for an annual pre-Christmas tournament: back (l-r) David Lang '03, Bennett Lang '05, Max Bilcik '20, Matt Thimjon '06, Nick Peterson '20, Charlie Hansen '21, Nels Birkeland '20, Dylan Drees '19, Walker Johnson '20, Jack Kinsey '22, Stephen Birch '20, Sidique Lamin '07, Chris Anderson '00, Daniel Nelson '10, John Mollner '00, Marshall Frank '15, Seth Marx '10, Evan Battle '11, Stuart Neville '08, Sanjay Lumpkin '12, Grant Hollie '14, Breion Creer '12, Matt Frank '12, and coach John Moore '74; middle (l-r) Isaiah Smith '20, Derric Standifer '21, Will Janda '19, Zach Carden '20, Quentin Struwe'19, Seborn Yancy '03, Nick Guggemos '14, Will Whitmore '17, Isaac Schmitz '15, Gabe Alada '18, Riley Miller '18, Derek Drees '17, and Andrew Birkeland '14.

Alumnae on the Ice - The St. Louis Park Rec Center was the scene of the alumnae girls' hockey game on December 24. Current players joined the alums on the ice: back (l-r) Maggie Sexton '18, Anna Podein '21, Grace Juckniess '19, Avery Junker '22, Lily Mortenson '22, Megan Truman '18, Lizzie Rude '17, Nicole Sims '17, Kelly Pannek '14, Bailey Forcier '13, Julie Baumgartner '09, and Molly Monson '10; middle (l-r) Sally Calengor '19, Emma Peschel '22, Emma Hoen '22, Sedona Brown '17, Samantha Rude '14, and Ali Praus '14; front (l-r) Carly Greene '21 and Rose Beeman '20.

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BSM community members gathered on Monday, January 28, to celebrate the 2019 Hall of Honor Award winners.

Back (l-r) Steven Whitney '88, Mark Scherer '86, and Steve Pholen '86; front (l-r) Maureen Weber Grazzini '86, Jon Villella '88, Joanie Kopp Sauer '88, Dan Murphy '83, Lisa Lenhart-Murphy '86, Claire Shea '05, and Armando Mojica '86.

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Alumni Boys' Hockey - Skaters were up early on Christmas Eve for a lively alumni game: front (l-r) Matt Knuth '15, Dan Myhra '16, Mike Tyree '01, Jake Holmers '16, Jesse Johnson '17, Luke Horton '17, Jonah Johnson '12, Dan Labosky '13, Grant Besse '13, Chris Hickok '13, and Jack Jablonski '14; back (l-r) coach Ken Pauly, JB Davis '96, Jordan Roo '18, Carter Roo '15, Dan Liberko '14, Pat Cron '09, Jack Qualen '16, Matt Nanne '09, Christian Horn '12, Brett Patterson '10, Jake Horton '12, Nick Lauth '12, Jeff Zajac '97, Andrew Cadle '18, Judd Thomas '97, Mike Bowler '73, Matt Dooley '91, Nate Clark '18, AJ Rashid '93, Dylan Hoen '18, and Chris McGowan '91; not pictured Matt Just '95 and Dan Knauff '06.

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Anna Seitz Gerken '99, Amy DesLauriers Crowther '01, Meghan Lind DesLauriers '99, Sarah Carufel Hauer '99, Mike Davin '99, Molly McShane Davin '99, Annalise George '99, Catie Scherer Brackin '99, and Katie DesLauriers Sullivan'99.

Back (l-r) John Fristrom '08, Dee Larson, Beth Fristrom '00, Michelle Fristrom, Lucy Jacobson, Kate Fristrom Jacobson '04, and Chris Jacobson; front (l-r) Ellie Jacobson and Noah Jacobson.

United States Marines Captain Chase Mlnarik, UH-1Y Pilot, and First Lieutenant Thomas Egger '11, Infantry Officer, were deployed together with the 31st MEU in Japan.

Red Knights Celebrate - Several BSM alumni gathered to celebrate the wedding of Stuart Quirk and Shannon Martin '04. The group gathered at the Loews Hotel for a pre-wedding cocktail hour on July 13: (l-r) David Windhorst '00 holding daughter Koralie, Joe Ryan '04, Betsy Miller Windhorst '04, Kacy Walz '04, Chris LaBounty '04, Shannon Martin '04, Catherine Kedzuf Berg '04, Katherine Tymchuck Lucht '04, Pehr Hovey '04, Alison Vevea Reall '04, Paul Buchanan '04, and Ryan Martin '07.

Engineering Speaker - Colonel Steven Whitney '88 spoke to a group of engineering students at BSM about his education and career as an engineer in the Air Force and his experience as director of the Global Positioning Systems Directorate.

Shay Kinney Leonhardt '19, Colonel Steven Whitney '88, Nathan Parece '19, and Connor Weatherly '19

California Wedding - Mollie Hughes '09 wed Andrew Levy on August 19 in Rancho Santa Fe, California. In attendance were BSM classmates Jane Schewe Lickerman (bridesmaid), Kellie Hartman, Nicole Kivo, Kelsey Daley, and Natalie Guggenberger.

Doubleheader - Several basketball players returned to cheer on the Red Knights at the BSM and DeLaSalle doubleheader on Friday, December 21: back (l-r) Allie Liebl '13, Allie Coughlin '15, Grace Coughlin '14; front (l-r) Sydney Liebl '15 and Abby Minnea '13.

Ayden Davison '21 (left), Colonel Steven Whitney '88, and Finn Rolfes '21

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Retired Jersey - BSM retired the jersey of Kelly Pannek '14 on November 20. Kelly is the first female athlete from Benilde-St. Margaret's to be given this honor. Kelly wore #19 from 2011-2014 and helped the U.S. Women's Ice Hockey Team win a gold medal in the 2018 Winter Olympics. Family and friends helped Kelly celebrate at the rink.

Front (l-r) Caroline Monchamp '18, Amy Pannek '12, and Maddy Guidinger '14; back (l-r) Danny Monchamp '19, Billy Pannek '18, Kelly Pannek '14, and Ali Praus '14.

Wedding Celebration - Elena Mercedes Schultz '08 and Nicholas Miller were surrounded by family and friends at their May 2018 wedding, including a strong contingent of Red Knights. Joining them (l-r) were Arturo Carlos Schultz '10, Katie Milroy Carlson '08, Natalie Schiferl '08, Beatrice Zvosec '08, Elena Mercedes Schultz '08, Jennifer Holly '08, Michelle Stein '08, Paige Lenoch Miller '08, Laurel Johnston '08, Anna Blackford '08, Elizabeth Moravec Paton '08, and Josalan Sullivan '08.

Back (l-r) Todd Pannek, Andy Thuleen, Allie Pannek Thuleen, Danny Monchamp '19, Kelly Pannek'14, Billy Pannek '18, Maureen Monchamp, Greg Roberts, Charlie Roberts, Joe Hultberg (behind Tim), and Tim Monchamp; front (l-r) Pat Pannek, Michelle Hultberg, Molly Pannek, Caroline Monchamp '18, Amy Pannek '12 and Jodi Roberts.

All Academy Ball - Several alums attended this annual event over the holidays: Jack Boase '17 (Army), Mark Racchini'17, Lorenzo Cerda '18 (Navy), Liam Long '17 (Coast Guard), Noah Twesten '17, Gracie Scott '17, Maria Satre '17 (Navy), and Lauren McDonnell '17 (Navy).

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Irish Wedding - Bridget Ruane '06 and Alex Topousis '06 had great Red Knight support at their wedding in Dublin, Ireland: back (l-r) Anna Viehman Halvorson '06, Emma Hafermann '09, Taylor Topousis '09, Andy Weigman '06, Mary Ruane Pernula '05, Stephen Kedzuf '06, Bridget Ruane Topousis '06, Alex Topousis '06, Ann Martin Broekhuis '06, Jessica Tobelmann Fritz '06, and Emily Ingalls Perry '06; front (l-r) Colleen Ruane Moody '08, Kasey Topousis Lynch '08, and Brennan Harrington '06.

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Fall Wedding - Family members celebrated the wedding of Max Rathmanner and Kelsey Jacobson '10: (l-r) Mike Jacobson '05, Emma Jacobson , Becky Jacobson, Kathy Jacobson, Max Rathmanner, & KelseyJacobson '10, Noel Jacobson, Tannica Jacobson '07, and Sam Larson.

Chance Encounter Sue Filipczak Rogge '66 was seated next to BSM folks, including Iowa native Mary Fran O'Keefe, at the Gopher women's basketball game vs. Iowa.

Frenz Wedding - Many Red Knights were on hand for the wedding of Jenny Frenz '07 and Tim Wilson: back (l-r) Steve Frenz '82, Drew Frenz '10, John O'Leary '69, Mary Frenz Paquette '84, Joe Frenz '78, John Frenz '73, Jake Wegleitner '05, Allison Bolgrean Brown '05, Ryan Houlihan '09, Paul Frenz '72, and Brian Grace '93; front (l-r) Sarah Frenz '19, Rachel Frenz '13, Bobbilee Hartman '07, Tim Wilson and Jenny Frenz Wilson '07, Jessie Frenz Radtke '05, Annie Houlihan Doda '05, Kellyn McNaught '05, Devin Harrington '05, Ellen Grace Westin '01, and Emily Grace Goenner '97.

Warnert Family Photo - The Warnert family was all smiles at a family gathering: (l-r) Pam Warnert Pauley '73, Charlie Warnert '20, Cindy Warnert '76, and Todd Warnert '78.

Red Knights Past, Present and Future - When Tom Hanson's '94 family went skating at Pamela Park, TJ (4) opted for time inside. He found new friends Evan Brown '19 and Grace Peluso '17. Evan works at the rink at Pamela Park.

Pennsylvania Reunion - Reading the Crown & Shield led former BSM teacher Tim Jump to reconnect with Carter Burn '14, and walking through the campus of U Penn led Carter Burn to find Sage Fulco '14. Tim is teaching at The Hill School in Pottstown, Pennsylvania. Carter graduated from the Naval Academy last spring and is pursuing a graduate degree in computer science. Sage is pursuing his Ph.D. in mechanical engineering. The trio met at the White Dog Café on the edge of the U Penn campus.

Red Knight on Wheels - Dan Bowler had an opportunity to watch Laura Mahler '02 in action at a Minnesota RollerGirls game.

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Grady Gordon's '19 team placed second in the 36th Annual Courage Kenny Classic, a national wheelchair basketball tournament. Gordon also announced his commitment to play wheelchair basketball at the University of Alabama.

Three student-athletes signed National Letters of Intent Wednesday, November 14, 2018. Maizy Jackson '19 committed to play volleyball at the University of Northern Iowa, Amanda Cassidy '19 committed to Loyola University Chicago for soccer, and Stella Fortier '19 will play soccer at the University of North Dakota.

The BSM Boys Hockey Team faced off against the Edina Hornets in the Section 6AA Finals on Wednesday, February 26.

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Maizy Jackson '19 was selected as All-State 1st Team in Class AAA in volleyball. For the second consecutive year, she earned AllState honors.

Molly Segner '19, Grace Knoer '19, Sydney Ryan '19, and Sadie Witterschein '22 competed in the annual Miss Dance Team Minnesota competition.

Segner placed 2nd in the overall competition and made Team Minnesota.

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The BSM Mock Trial Varsity Team participated in the state competition in Duluth after being named regional champions for the second year in a row.

Both the Varsity and JV bowling teams finished 3rd in their respective Metro-West conference tournaments. Danny Monchamp '19 was awarded second-team all-conference for his season performance.

Lucas Newman '22 and Luke Evans '22 were awarded the All-Honors Award for dedication to the sport and their teammates.

The junior high Knowledge Bowl team won the Spirit Award at their first tournament on Tuesday, November 13.

Red Knight girls' basketball player Aiana Whitfield '19 made her 1,000th career point Tuesday, December 4.

The Red Knotes a cappella group sang the Star Spangled Banner at the Minnesota Timberwolves game on Thursday, December 20.

More than 100 BSM students and parents were in attendance.

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Girls' swim and dive took home 2nd place in the Section 2A tournament. Taylor Williams '21 placed first in the 200 and 100-free, breaking the section 2A meet record in both, and the pool record in the 100-free race. Williams was also named the Section 2A Swimmer of the Year. At the state meet, Williams placed first and set new school records in the 100 and 200 freestyle. The 200 freestyle relay team also made the state tournament where they set a new BSM school record and placed 5th. The relay team included Lauren Benedict '23, Malinda Beason '19, Sydney Holinka '22, and Williams.

Holinka and Benedict also qualified in individual events (Holinka, 200-free and 100-back, Benedict, 50-free and 100-fly).

The 2019 Holiday Ball Grand Knight Brad Shibley '19 was crowned Friday, January 11, escorted by Emily Platt '19. The Grand Knight court and their escorts included Connor Lawler '19 and Sally Calengor '19, Mac Clark '19 and Lauren Chevalier '19, Cole Zeman '19 and Molly Segner '19, Danny Monchamp '19 and Taylor Anderson '19, and Ian Bahr '19 and Grace Juckniess '19. Sol Doyscher '19 and Matthew Hansberry '19 emceed the event.

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The BSM girls' hockey team were named the Metro West Conference Champs Monday, February 4.

Carolyn Mason's award-winning 'Single Feature Photograph'

Columbia Scholastic Press Association announced the winners of its 2019 Gold Circle Awards on Thursday, January 31, for the work of the 2017-2018 Knight Errant staff. Winners include: the entire staff winning first place in Editorial Writing, Allison Brooks '19 receiving a Certificate of Merit in News Writing, Kailyn Pedersen '19 receiving a Certificate of Merit in First Person Experience, Carolyn Mason '18 placing first in Single Feature Photograph, Henry Witterschein '19 receiving a Certificate of Merit for Single Sports Photograph, and Michael Koch '18 placing first in Photo Illustration.

Members of the One Act Play placed 4th at the Minnesota State High School League One Act competition sub-sectionals, Tuesday, January 22, for their performance of The Masque of the Two Strangers.

Nordic skiers Keelan Gorman '19 and Ava Schiffert '19 both placed first in the Metro West Conference race Thursday, December 6, 2018.

The boys' team took 3rd overall and the girls' team took 2nd overall.

Gorman, Schiffert, and Charlie Brown '20 also qualified for the MSHSL State Nordic Ski Meet on Thursday, February 14.

Anna Medina '21 and Jordan Stanke '20 skate for the synchronized figure skating team the Northernettes. They competed at the mid-western championships in Kalamazoo, Michigan, on Friday, February 1, and the team took first place. This win qualifies them for the national competition.

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Non-Profit Org. U.S. Postage PAID Twin Cities, MN Permit No. 2277

A Catholic, college-preparatory school, grades 7-12 2501 Highway 100 South, St. Louis Park, MN 55416

JORANGER OPEN

MONDAY

JUNE

Alums from Benilde High School, St. Margaret's Academy, BSM and their families and friends are invited to join us on the links for a day of friendly competition on Monday, June 10. The cost is $125 and includes 18 holes at Deer Run Golf Club, cart, bucket of range balls, box lunch, happy hour with beer and soda, buffet dinner, and a donation to BSM. Space is limited, so organize your foursome and register today!

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Online registration at BSMschool.org/joranger

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Sponsorship opportunities still available!

Contact Michael Charles at mcharles@BSMschool.org to sign up for sponsorships by May 1.