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TABLE OF CONTENTS Bishop Verot Alumni Magazine editor
Patty Holmes patty.holmes@bvhs.org publisher
Connie Ramos-Williams CONRIC PR & Marketing creative director
April Bordeaux CONRIC PR & Marketing photography
Hoffman Fine Arts Portraits Mr. Craig Hildebrand acting principal
Suzie O'Grady suzie.ogrady@bvhs.org director of development
Jeff Brown ’80 jeff.brown@bvhs.org alumni association
Monica Hartman ’08 & Skyler Bauer ’08 alumniassociation@bvhs.org athletic director
Jason Baumgardner jason.baumgardner@bvhs.org sports editor
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Letter from the Editor Patty Holmes
Letter from the Director of Development Jeff Brown
Giving Guide Director of Student Life Mark Latell '83 Coach John Mohring '03 Catholics in Action Bishop Verot Catholic High School 2019-20 School Board Winter 2019-20 Athletic Guide The 36th Annual Golf Tournament Staying Connected...BV Alumni Association Alumni Sports Alumni Spotlight: Kallen Judah '07 Alumni News Alumni Calendar School Notes
On the cover: Mark Latell | Photo credit:Valarie Hoffman - Hoffman Fine Portraits
MISSION STATEMENT Bishop Verot Catholic High School builds relationships centered on faith, learning, and leadership devoted to educating the whole person, utilizing innovative technologies, empowering students through collaborative experiences, and cultivating a spirit of service while grounded in our relationship with Jesus Christ.
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WE ARE VEROT...A LOOK INSIDE Non Excidet – translated from its Latin origin meaning “He will not fail” or “He will not give up” – has long been the motto for Bishop Verot students. It reminds us we are called to live and love like God. In trusting Him we must never quit, never give up, and continually strive to do our best. In this edition of the B&G Alumni Magazine, you will read about how your fellow alumni have returned to Verot to do their best to make an impact on the lives of current students and athletes. Mr. Mark Latell ’83 was named the Director of Student Life after several years in the classroom. On page10, learn about all he is doing to make a difference in student’s lives. Coach John Mohring ’03, recently named Head Coach of the Viking Football Program, is making an impact on students in the classroom, the weight room, and on the football field (page 12). And on page 16 a number of alumni are serving on this year’s Bishop Verot School Board. While you read about the many ways our students are making an impact on their world with Catholics in Action on page 14 and the School Notes on page 46, please know it is the support of those passionate about Verot making it possible. On page 6, Jeff Brown ’80, Director of Development, shares how your donation to the Annual Appeal helps insure our future and the Giving Guide on page 8 explains the ways you can give and how your gift impacts today’s students. The Bishop Verot Alumni Association continues to hold events encouraging Verot alumni to reconnect to their alma mater (page 40). This spring there are a number of events for which your support would be greatly appreciated. Please consider joining us for the Verot Viking 5K on February 1st or the Annual Gala and Auction on March 28th (this year’s theme – 70’s Boogie Night). Bishop Verot Theater will present Beauty and the Beast, directed by Lisa (Stevens) Clark ’07, from April 2nd - 5th. Finally, as the Class of 2020 is counting down their days at Verot, we are preparing for a new class of freshmen in the fall. Last year’s freshmen enrollment was one of our strongest in years, and we expect the same for this year as well. If you know someone who would benefit from a Catholic education and make a great Viking, please encourage them to apply soon – registration begins at the end of February. As we begin a new year, a new decade, so do we also encounter new challenges. May the spirit of Non Excidet – the resounding we will not fail – remind us all as long as we never give up and trust in Him we can overcome all of life’s challenges. Wishing you many blessings in 2020!
“As a member of the Verot family, we will always support our fellow Vikings, defend our traditions, honor our legacy, and bleed black and gold.” ~ The Viking Creed
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LETTER FROM THE PRINCIPAL
LETTER FROM THE DIRECTOR OF DEVELOPMENT Our Mission Bishop Verot Catholic High School builds relationships centered on faith, learning, and leadership devoted to educating the whole person, utilizing innovative technologies, empowering students through collaborative experiences, and cultivating a spirit of service while grounded in our relationship with Jesus Christ. Although our mission has been updated over the years, the core remains the same - relationships built on Faith, Learning, and Leadership. Just as the objectives have changed, the campus has also required updates as we continue to lead the way in educating students. While the connections built at Bishop Verot over the past 50 years are priceless, it is the continued support of the Verot family making our constant progress possible. The 2019 school year opened with one of our largest freshman classes enrolled with 203 students. A record number of transfer students have joined the family this year as well, bringing our total enrollment to 730. It was not long ago when enrollment was just over 400 students. This is a testament to the hard work of the faculty and staff as we strive to achieve our goals while honoring our deep traditions. Our Catholic faith remains the cornerstone for all we do at Verot. Each day begins with a prayer and the pledge of allegiance just as it did in the first days at Verot. The Direction of Intention is prayed at the start of each class period and a blessing is said before lunch. As students walk the halls or gather in the Plaza, they are reminded of whom we are by inspirational quotes hanging on the walls. Our relationship with Jesus Christ serves as constant encouragement as we strive to fulfill His purpose in our lives. Academically, our success is measured by the accomplishments of our students. We often hear the statistics for our graduating seniors; the Class of 2019 received over $13 million in scholarship offers with 99% of our graduating seniors matriculating on to colleges and universities all over the country. But what of our underclassmen? It takes three years of commitment and dedication to achieve the accomplishments of a graduating senior. Last year students from all four classes represented Bishop Verot and competed against other schools in events like the 8th Annual Southwest Florida STEM Tour ranking 1st, 2nd and 3rd in three different events, members of the National Honor Society traveled to Orlando for a Leadership, Experience, and Development Conference, the Model United Nations Club competed in a national Model UN Conference in Boston, Catholics in Action members joined Catholics from across the nation to March for Life in Washington, D.C., and Vikings competed in the 2019 Student Television Network National Convention in Seattle bringing home several awards. These experiences offer our students an opportunity to build communication skills while discovering their passions. As an Apple Distinguished School, we continue to discover new and innovative ways to engage our students while using technology taking education to new levels. Recognizing the need for leadership opportunities, three years ago we adopted a Community and House
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System, replacing the traditional Student Government Association. With the student body divided into six communities and then eight houses per community, we now have over 90 leadership roles to fill with a plan in place to help develop those skills beginning with our freshmen. This is not the only goal, however. The new system has proved to be key in creating bonds across class lines taking the Verot family to new levels. Friendly competitions between the communities include service projects as well as fun and games, all planned by the students. While this system is still fairly new, we are excited for the positive impact it has had on our student body so far and are confident it will continue to grow. Hopefully, the Bishop Verot Catholic High School of today is one to make you proud; proud to call your alma mater, your children’s school, grandchildren’s school, or simply your local Catholic high school. The continued success and growth of Verot is reliant on the constant support of the fundraising efforts, primarily the Annual Appeal.Your support shows your willingness to be an active partner in the Catholic education of our students and the future of the Verot family. Non Excidet,
Jeff Brown
Jeff Brown '80 Director of Development
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Giving Guide Your guide to investing in the future.
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oday’s Bishop Verot Catholic High School student measures among the brightest in the nation, with SAT, ACT, and Advanced Placement scores well above the national average. Our students are indeed prepared to meet the challenges of a competitive university environment and have the drive and discipline to become the next generation of leaders in the Southwest Florida community and beyond. The cost of educating our students has risen as technology and other factors have dramatically altered the educational landscape. Bishop Verot has strived to limit tuition increases to ensure financial challenges do not become an obstacle for our families. The single most effective way you can ensure all qualified students are able to attend Bishop Verot Catholic High School is through your financial support. There are many ways to
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support Bishop Verot including direct contributions, pledges over time, and bequests. If you are 70 ½ or older and make a contribution directly from your traditional IRA, amounts up to $100,000 are not considered a taxable distribution.Your gift of a Catholic education impacts students for the rest of their lives. Annual Fund The Bishop Verot Annual Fund is the foundation of the community support for our school, supporting such initiatives as technology enhancements, tuition assistance, and campus improvements. The campaign asks for support from our Catholic community, alumni, current and former parents, and friends.Your gift of any amount may be designated to the area you are most passionate about or where it is needed most, the choice is yours. Every dollar donated to Bishop Verot is directly supporting our mission to build a WINTER 2019-20
community of faith and learning. Adopt – A – Student Currently, more than 40% of our families request need-based tuition assistance. Assistance is not covered by any outside group and must be attained through Bishop Verot’s fundraising efforts. Unfortunately, we are unable to meet everyone’s request. Contributing to the Adopt – A – Student program will allow you to make the greatest impact in the lives of our students by ensuring a solid education in a faith-filled environment. Tuition for the 20192020 school year is $12,500. Consider your contribution in terms of the school year: Pay for One Week: $313 Pay for the Month: $1,250 Pay for the Quarter: $3,125 Pay for the Semester: $6,250
Pay for the School Year: $12,500 Whatever the amount, your gift has an immediate impact on the life of a student. Endowed Scholarships
John and Mimi Hotchkiss Scholarship Fund - Est. 2004 Income used to provide financial assistance for a qualified student to attend BVHS.
The purpose of an endowment is to provide ongoing support for the current and future activities of Bishop Verot and its students. It is, therefore, a perpetual, selfsustaining source of permanent funding. Each year, a portion of the endowment’s earnings are paid out, while the principal is retained for future growth. As a result, it is imperative the endowment grow its investment assets sufficient to support an annual spending stream of the endowment in perpetuity. The two key components required for the endowment to grow are new gifts and investment performance. New funds are essential to the future of Verot. Please consider starting a fund in your alumni class.
Joseph Grabsch Scholarship Fund - Est. 2005
Bishop Verot currently has 11 endowed scholarship funds valued at over $2.9 million, which provide over $100,000 in scholarships each year.
Income used to provide a scholarship for a well rounded, high performing qualified student.
Carl Kistel Memorial Scholarship Fund - Est. 2000 Income used to provide financial assistance for a qualified student to attend BVHS.
A partial scholarship for a student wishing to focus on the Arts at BVHS.
Rob Miller Memorial Scholarship Fund - Est. 2000
Income used to provide financial assistance for a qualified student to attend BVHS.
Income used to provide financial assistance for a qualified student to attend BVHS. Jacob Alderman Memorial Scholarship Fund - Est. 2003 Income used to provide financial assistance for a qualified student to attend BVHS.
Income used to provide financial assistance for a qualified student to attend BVHS. Dick Stahl Memorial Scholarship Fund - Est. 2008 Income used to provide financial assistance for a qualified incoming freshman from St. Francis Xavier Catholic School. Edward and Esther Kuss Memorial Scholarship Fund Est. 2010 Income used to provide financial assistance for a qualified student to attend BVHS. Spirit of 1974 Scholarship Fund - Est. 2011 -General Manager, Dennis Genge
Judy Springston Scholarship for the Arts - Est. 2014
Diana D’Olica Scholarship Fund - Est. 2017
Dr. Frederick W. Schaerf Neuroscience Scholarship Fund – Est. 2018 Income used to provide financial assistance for financially-needy students interested in pursuing a career in neuroscience. BV BISHOP VEROT ALUMNI MAGAZINE
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Mark Latell ’83
Verot’s Director of Student Life
“As iron sharpens iron, so man sharpens fellow man” – Proverbs 27:17
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ark Latell’s passion to fulfill the mission of Bishop Verot is evident in all he does. Whether he is telling you about his days as a student or sharing events planned for current students his excitement is infectious. It is not surprising when asked for his favorite bible verse he responded with Proverbs 27:17. As a Verot alumnus, current parent (his daughters Danielle ’20 and Anna ’22 are Vikings with his son David joining the family as a freshman next year), and the Director of Student Life, inspiring students to live their best life taking advantage of all Verot has to offer is his personal mission.
After graduating from Verot in 1983, Mark attended Georgia Tech to pursue his degree in civil engineering. He accepted a position with Chicago
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Bridge and Iron, traveling around the country working on projects. After marrying Deanna DeWolfe, also a Verot grad, he settled in North Carolina partnering with family in residential and commercial development. As he and Deanna started their family, the intention was always to return to Southwest Florida to raise their children. After their 5th child was born, the timing was right to head back home. In 2010, former Principal Fr. Beretta offered Mark the opportunity to once again join the Verot family. Mark loved his time here as a student, being very involved in
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back then), and was cast the lead in the theater production of Guys and Dolls (not because he was the best singer, but because he was the loudest).
This year, he was offered the opportunity to lead the student body as Director of Student Life. While he knew he would miss the classroom and inspiring students – some of whom were children of his classmates – in math and engineering, this was a chance to share his faith while ensuring the continuation of the many Verot traditions. In his new role, Mark oversees the House System, organizes Prayer Services and Masses, handles community service requirements for our students, and leads the Live Jesus retreats. His leadership of the House System includes the planning and implementation of the many Verot events like Homecoming and Catholic Schools Week. Through community competitions, he inspires students to find ways to help our
community from organizing the Box of Joy project to collecting canned goods for Bahamas Hurricane Relief.
of students to Washington D.C. to participate in the 2020 March for Life and Rally. And the number of Live Jesus Retreats held each school year will increase from two to three, allowing more students to
From the Live Jesus Retreats to the Catholics in Action Club, Mark’s incredible faith is at the forefront of all he does. He has taken students to the annual Diocesan Youth Rally and Ave Maria University, where they spent time reading with young children. Recognized for their active participation, he was invited to a private pro-life event with the founders of the Community Pregnancy Clinic, Jeanne Mancini, President of the National March for Life, and Bishop Dewane. Later this month, he will take a record number
participate and then lead in this life changing event. As a Verot alumnus, the impact his experiences had on his life inspire him to encourage current students. His enthusiasm and passion are infectious as he carries on the traditions important to Vikings past and present. We are Verot! BV
Photos opposite page left to right: Live Jesus Retreat XLV, Mark Latell '83. Photos this page from left clockwise: Latell overseeing the bridge project in Engineering, CIA members meet the President of the National March for Life, Diocesan Youth Rally participants.
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Coach John Mohring '03
Coach Mohring on the field of BVHS
Written by Jessica Cole, Assistant Athletic Director
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back to Bishop Verot, oach John Mohring, joining the staff in 2017. ’03 is guy’s guy. A bruising linebacker John Mohring took an for the Vikings in the early enviable route home, 2000’s, Coach Mohring acquiring knowledge continued his football career and a skill set making collegiately at Georgia him arguably the best Southern before being high school football picked up by the Tampa Bay Mohring as a Verot defensive coordinator Buccaneers as an undrafted senior in 2003. in Southwest Florida. free agent in 2007. After He joined a mostly alumni, highly bouncing around the Bucs and Bills driven, and talented coaching staff. NFL training camps, John canvassed Mohring brought to Verot his special the US and Canada playing arena brand of truculent energy that has football before settling into a carried him through his football football coaching job at Arkansas career. He came in ready to wipe State University. the floor with football opponents. After ten grueling years of professional football and college coaching, Mohring decided to put the brakes on his nomadic lifestyle and come home. He worked his way
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envisioned. He spits nails. It’s no holds barred. It’s tough. It’s visceral. It’s a guy thing. These attributes are what contributed to his being named Bishop Verot Head Football Coach following an outstanding 2019 football season. And then came the girls. In 2017, Bishop Verot added boys and girls weightlifting to our sport line-up and for the first time in his career, Coach Mohring found himself coaching girls. “I honestly didn’t know what to expect,” Coach Mohring said, “but I soon found out the girls work ten times harder than the boys. I thought it would take them a little longer to learn the lifts but with their dedication, they picked it up very quickly…. and they listen.”
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Coach Mohring’s goal is the same every season – to build on the previous season and advance more girls into Regional competitions, which he’s consistently achieved. Natalie Arnold, ’18 was Coach Mohring’s first regional qualifier.
“Coach Mohring was constantly pushing us to our greatest potential,” Natalie offered, “all the while making the sport fun and enjoyable. I was always excited for practice and meets. Coach Mohring taught us so much about the sport.” “I personally believe we will have a Girls Weightlifting State Qualifier before we see advancement in the boys’ program. They have progressed so much faster than the boys,” Coach Mohring predicted. When asked how he prepares himself as a coach to transition from football to girls’ weightlifting, John said there is a good deal of carryover from sport to sport.
“It comes down to instilling a work ethic and perseverance when preparing athletes in both sports. In weightlifting, it’s about mastering the form.You can’t improve or advance as a weightlifter without practicing
form. In both football and weightlifting, my hardest working athletes are the most successful.”
John and his wife, Misa, welcomed their first child in November, a son they named Bear. Will he be a football player? A weightlifter?
“Bear can do whatever he wants to do,” John replied. “He will be exposed early to football and weightlifting. He will want to be just like his daddy. I know I did when I was growing up.” Be sure to follow our girls weightlifting program this season. If Mohring’s prediction and past success holds true, it will be another season for the record books.
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Good Luck to all our Verot Athletes! Go Vikings! Chuck and Shelley Wimberley
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Catholics in Action T
he Catholics in Action Club kicked off second quarter with an inspiring weekend trip to Ave Maria University. Last month, eight members of CIA took a bus to Ave Maria for the purpose of visiting the university, getting to know the town, and discovering more about their faith. The students were able to glimpse a day in the life of Ave’s students, touring classrooms and even participating alongside the college students in a Shakespeare acting class. The second day, the group volunteered in Immokalee as part of Ave’s Mother Theresa Project. A portion of this massive movement entails assisting with the care of children whose parents have to work to provide for their families. Our CIA group had a blast playing soccer, reading, drawing, and bonding with children of all ages. All of the Verot students who attended this amazing event came back with a new interest in Ave Maria, and with new experiences and faith-filled memories forever impacting their lives.
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everal members traveled to Punta Gorda this fall to participate in the annual Diocese of Venice Youth Rally. This year’s theme was Called by Name and featured speakers DJ Bernal and Noelle Garcia and a musical performance by Taylor Tripoldi. Many of the students were attending the Youth Rally for the very first time.
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Adriana DiMarino – sophomore “Youth Rally was a really great and uplifting experience. When I signed up I had absolutely no clue what it was, and when I showed up I knew I was going to have a great time. The speakers were really inspiring, and very entertaining.”
CamilaLuna - sophomore “Overall, my experience at the rally was great! It changed the way I saw things spiritually and mentally. I will definitely be attending the next one!”
Katherine Krutky - sophomore “It was so fun to meet new people and be able to freely talk about God with them! There was a concert before the Mass with the Bishop and everyone was just dancing around and screaming the lyrics to the Christian songs.”
Declan DiMarino - sophomore “I thought the rally was exciting. It was very fun but also religious with all the songs and the speakers talking about their relationship with our Lord. After walking out of Mass at the end of the day I realized how much closer I could get to God because I drifted away after receiving my Confirmation in 8th grade.” In January, the club members look forward to traveling to Washington D.C. to participate in the 47th annual March for Life. Through the generosity of many sponsors last year, Catholics in Action was able to take a record 29 students; however, this year, with the club’s overwhelming enthusiasm and growth, they hope to take 32 members. The club is actively fundraising and planning to ensure this trip will be a life-changing experience for all those involved. As the Catholics in Action club continues to grow, so does the spirit of faith and community in its members. Ever since the founding, this club has had an increasingly positive impact on not only its members, but also the Verot community as a whole. BV
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Bishop Verot Catholic High School 2019-2020 School Board
T
he Bishop Verot School Board is comprised of current and past parents, alumni, and community leaders bringing years of personal, professional, and educational experience to this advisory board. The School Board works with school administration in an advisory role on matters pertaining to school policy and planning for the continued growth and success of Bishop Verot Catholic High School. In addition to the School Board responsibilities, some of the members also serve on area-specific committees including the
Finance Committee, Academic Affairs Committee, Development Committee, and the Marketing Committee. We are pleased to welcome Dr. Judi Hughes and Mr. Bill Stejskal ’71 to the board. Dr. Judi Hughes most recently served as Principal of St. Andrew Catholic School, retiring at the end of the last school year. Mr. Bill Stejskal retired from his position as Assistant Principal for Administration at Bishop Verot in 2017. BV
From left to right, our 2019 - 2020 school board with their years of service: Mrs. Paula Hellenbrand (3 years), Mr. John Clinger (5 years), Dr. Judi Hughes, Fr. Stan Dombrowski (5 years), Monica Gargano ’08 (1 year), Brad Shipley ’99 – Chairman (5 years), Mr. Bill Stejskal ’71, Mrs. Suzie O’Grady – Acting Principal, Mr. Patrick Hartig (1year), Mr. Matt Roepstorff ’03 (5 years), Hon. Zachary Gill ’98 (3 years) Not pictured: Jack Martin (3 years), Marc Taglieri (4 years), Caprice Boyd Woodburn (3 years)
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�oocee BASKETBALL • WEIGHLIFTING • CHEERLEADING
2019-20 BOYS VARSITY SOCCER TEAM
Back Row L to R: Head Coach Eddie Villarreal, Cameron Lynch, Nathan Larrea, Jordan Funk, Christyan Fevrier Sildor, Carter Baxmann, Assistant Coach Luis Vega. Middle Row L to R: John Digiorgio, Brayden Loughren, Ryan Dwyer, Ethan Cossu, Maximilian Wallisch. Front Row L to R: Manuel Declet, Andre Rocha, Ryan Cloutier, Deaglan Camron, Tyler Vasco, Dat Truong. Not pictured: Cooper Banks, Laderick Rugama.
Coach Eddie joined the Verot Athletic Department as Head Coach of the Boys Varsity Soccer team this season. A native of Monterrey, Mexico, Coach Eddie has won two national championships at the ASOMEX association in 1993 and 1995. In 2004, he moved to the US to pursue his bachelor and master degree at the University of Southern Mississippi. He has been coaching for youth clubs in the Head Coach SWFL region since 2012, where he has led multiple teams to the final rounds Eddie Villarreal of the Florida Youth Soccer Association State Cup. He and his wife live in Estero with their two daughters, Eva and Luna.
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JV Asst. Coach Luis Vega
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2019-20 Boys Varsity Soccer Seniors Carter Baxmann
Ethan Cossu
Andre Rocha
Jordan Funk
Tyler Vasco
Not pictured: Ryan Dwyer Laderick Rugama
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2019-20 Boys Varsity Soccer Roster Cooper Banks Carter Baxmann – Senior Deaglan Camron Ryan Cloutier Ethan Cossu – Senior Manuel Declet John Digiorgio Ryan Dwyer – Senior Christyan Fevrier Sildor
Jordan Funk – Senior Nathan Larrea Brayden Loughren Cameron Lynch Laderick Rugama – Senior Andre Rocha – Senior Dat Truong Tyler Vasco – Senior Maximilian Wallisch
2019-20 Boys JV Soccer Roster Christopher Cooper Diego Corredor Kolton Curtis Anthony D’Aquino Declan DiMarino Jacob Engelbrecht Jacob Farren Alessio Gurdiel Kyler Hoffman Gregory Holzhauer Abraham Magallanes
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Keagan Morrisroe Maxwell Murnane Vincent Paluck Alexander Perez Thomas Petersen Elijah Sander Eric Smith Liam Stanley Case vandeVelde Noah Wilkerwicz
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2019-20 BOYS JUNIOR VARSITY SOCCER TEAM
Back Row L to R: Coach Eddie Villarreal, Assistant Coach Andy Engelbrecht, Case vandeVelde, Diego Corredor, Noah Wilkerwicz, Kolton Curtis, Head Coach Luis Vega. Middle Row L to R: Anthony D’Aquino, Christopher Cooper, Keagan Morrisroe, Abraham Magallanes, Liam Stanley, Declan DiMarino, Alessio Gurdiel. Front Row L to R: Jacob Engelbrecht, Gregory Holzhauer, Alexander Perez, Elijah Sander, Eric Smith,Vincent Paluck. Not pictured: Jacob Farren, Kyler Hoffman, Maxwell Murnane.
JV Head Coach Luis Vega
JV Asst. Coach Andy Engelbrecht
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�oocee BASKETBALL • WEIGHLIFTING • CHEERLEADING
2019-20 GIRLS VARSITY SOCCER TEAM
Back Row L to R: Head Coach Eric Lamboy, Lucy Baxmann, Mackenzie Cerniglia, Olivia Howerton, Gabriella Tuffo, Assistant Coach Brian Glass. Middle Row L to R: Kailyn Haataja, Ana Beach, Juliana Taglieri, Isabella Sullivan, Kendal Gargiula. Front Row L to R: Ella Sarnac, Elizabeth Quimby, Olivia Regan, Brooke Oakley, Aliyah Morgan, Burdilla Camron. Not pictured: Grace Canzano,Yoselyn Cardenas, Lesley Saldana
Eric Lamboy returns to the Verot family as Head Coach of the Girls Varsity Soccer team. Coach Lamboy previously worked with the Verot Soccer Program from 2006 to 2009 and he holds a USSF National C License in coaching and NSCAA diplomas in both Youth and Advanced Regional coaching and State and Regional goalkeeping. His extensive coaching career includes two years at Cape Coral High School, over 15 years with the Cape Coral Head Coach Soccer Association’s Competitive Soccer Eric Lamboy League, and he currently serves on the coaching staff for ODP and FYSA. Eric and his wife, Jill, have four children, Stephanie ’10, Emily, Dalton, and Mia.
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Assistant Coach Brian Glass
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2019-20 Girls Varsity Soccer Roster Lucy Baxmann Ana Beach Burdilla Camron – Senior Grace Canzano Yoselyn Cardenas Mackenzie Cerniglia Sabrina D’Alessandro – Senior Kendal Gargiula Kailyn Haataja
Olivia Howerton Aliyah Morgan Brooke Oakley Elizabeth Quimby – Senior Olivia Regan Lesley Saldana – Senior Isabella Sullivan Juliana Taglieri Gabriella Tuffo
2019-20 Girls Varsity Soccer Seniors Burdilla Camron
Elizabeth Quimby
Not pictured: Sabrina D’Alessandro, Lesley Saldana
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2019-20 GIRLS JV SOCCER TEAM
Back Row L to R: Olivia Irion, Olivia Marsh, Adrian DiMarino, Geraldine Herrera, Zofia Costa, Morgan Troyer. Front Row L to R: Lauren Pieretti, Katrina Kiszka, Audriana Larrea, Abigail Burin, Brianna Terrell. Not pictured: Head Coach Mario Perez, Madeline Harkness, Elise Peters
2019-20 Girls JV Soccer Roster Abigail Burin Zofia Costa Adriana DiMarino Madeline Harkness Geraldine Herrera Olivia Irion Katrina Kiszka Audriana Larrea Olivia Marsh Elise Peters Lauren Pieretti Brianna Terrell Morgan Troyer
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2019-20 BOYS VARSITY BASKETBALL TEAM
Back Row L to R: Assistant Coach Ryan Murphy, Head Coach Matt Herting, Zachary Avery, Denzel Redd, Israel Torres, Lucas Tejera, Garrett East, Assistant Coach Jeff Rehm, Assistant Coach Jack Kavanaugh. Front Row L to R: Jeremy Barrow, Marcos Tejera, Daniel Carter, Andreas Mantz, Brandon Peck, Blake Jozsa, Nicholas Perez, Jonah Schwartz, Robert Phillips. Not pictured: Assistant Coach Casey Breen, Assistant Coach Thad Ward, Nicholas Perez
Head Coach Matt Herting
Coach Herting is in his 21st year as the Boys Head Varsity Basketball Coach, where he has had over 400 career wins, making him Verot’s winningest coach. Coach Herting has won more play-off games than any boys basketball coach in the history of Southwest Florida (16 play-off wins). Verot has won nine district championships in the last 15 years and have been to six Elite 8’s.Verot has advanced to the state play-offs 12 of the last 14 seasons. Coach Herting has been named SW Florida Coach of the Year five times. He has a BA from the University of Sioux Falls (SD) and a MS from Mississippi State University.
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Assistant Coach Ryan Murphy
Assistant Coach Jeff Rehm
Assistant Coach Jack Kavanaugh
2019-20 Boys Varsity Basketball Seniors Brandon Peck
Nicholas Perez
Denzel Redd
Israel Torres
2019-20 Boys Varsity Basketball Roster Daniel Carter Garrett East Blake Jozsa Andreas Mantz Brandon Peck – Senior
Nicholas Perez – Senior Denzel Redd – Senior Jonah Schwartz Marcos Tejera
Lucas Tejera Israel Torres – Senior Jeremy Barrow – Team Manager Robert Phillips – Team Manager
2019-20 Boys JV Basketball Roster Marc Adams Landen Bennett Michael Cooper Jaxon McCardle-Sykes
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Jackson Miller Major Miller Jacob O’Brien Pablo Ortega Arenas
Connor Patterson Austin Redd James Rose
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2019-20 BOYS JV BASKETBALL TEAM
Back Row L to R: Head Coach Jeff Rehm, Bruce Thompson, Ryan Springer, James Rose, Austin Redd, Colin Stanley, Pablo Ortega, Landen Bennett, Assistant Coach Ryan Murphy. Front Row L to R: Jacob O’Brien, Jaxon McCardle-Sykes, Jackson Miller, Marc Adams, Major Miller, Connor Patterson, Michael Cooper.
Assistant Coach Ryan Murphy
JV Head Coach Jeff Rehm
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2019-20 GIRLS VARSITY BASKETBALL TEAM
Back Row L to R: Angela Ficarro, Lauren Moore, Coach Andy Potts, Addison Potts, Molly Farrell. Front Row L to R: Nicoy Jacas, Catherine Reszel, Lauren Broomhead, Ashlynn Ulm. Not pictured: Arielle Dicang, Reese Fry, Elizabeth Manibo.
Head Coach Andy Potts
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Coach Andy Potts begins his first season as Head Coach of the Girls Basketball team. Coach Potts most recently led the Gateway Charter Varsity Girls Basketball team to their first ever district title and also serves as the National Director of Girls Basketball for NLI Scouting. Andy and his wife Lisa have a daughter, Addison ’22.
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2019-20 Girls Varsity Basketball Seniors Angela Ficarro
Catherine Reszel
2019-20 Girls Varsity Basketball Roster Lauren Broomhead Arielle Dicang Molly Farrell Angela Ficarro – Senior Reese Fry
Nicoy Jacas Elizabeth Manibo Addison Potts Catherine Reszel – Senior Ashlynn Ulm
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2019-20 GIRLS JV BASKETBALL TEAM
Back Row L to R: Kalani Dorsey, Reese Fry, Coach Andy Potts, Eden Tanner, Jordyn Bain. Front Row L to R: Carissa Repetto, Grace Greco, Elizabeth Manibo, Arielle Dicang. Not pictured: Lauren Moore
2019-20 Girls JV Basketball Roster Jordyn Bain Arielle Dicang Kalani Dorsey Reese Fry Grace Greco
JV Head Coach Andy Potts
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2019-20 GIRLS WEIGHTLIFTING TEAM
Back Row L to R: Kerry Dowdle, Emma Hoines, Sofia Feeney, Assistant Coach Jason Fry, Head Coach John Mohring, Assistant Coach Brett Barry, Edviana Dedaj, Malia Hawley. Middle Row L to R: Grace Marie Smith, Madison Bowe, Brianna Carthen, Tatyana LaCourse, Rachelle Hartig, Kylie Brophy, Payton Teeter, Letitia Tiranayake, Ashley Smallwood. First Row L to R: Rachel Howard, Jasmine Simpson, Kendal Dupre, Olivia Rose, Ari Kaltsounis, Laura Baumgardner, Angela Hopkinson, Savannah Nippa, Maci Hart, Camila Gonzalez.
Head Coach John Mohring
John Mohring is in his third season as Head Coach of the Girls Weightlifting team. Coach Mohring has a Bachelor’s degree from Georgia Southern and a Master’s degree in Sports Administration from the University of Arkansas. After earning All-American Team Honors in 2005 and 2006 for football at Georgia Southern, Coach Mohring signed and played for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Coach Mohring is also a teacher in the Athletic Department as well as the Head Coach for Varsity Football.
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Assistant Coach Brett Barry
Assistant Coach Jason Fry
2019-20 Girls Weightlifting Seniors Sofia Feeney
Rachel Howard
Savannah Nippa
2019-20 Girls Weightlifting Roster Laura Baumgardner Brianna Carthen Edviana Dedaj Kerry Dowdle Kendal Dupre Sofia Feeney – Senior Camila Gonzalez Maci Hart
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Rachelle Hartig Malia Hawley Emma Hoines Angela Hopkinson Rachel Howard – Senior Ari Kaltsounis Tayana LaCourse Savannah Nippa – Senior WINTER 2019-20
Olivia Rose Jasmine Simpson Ashley Smallwood Gracie Marie Smith Payton Teeter Letitia Tiranayake
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2019-20 VARSITY CHEERLEADING TEAM
Back Row L to R: McKenna Sprecher, Nikki Cordero, Kendall Luthringer, Kylie Junghans, Coach Amy Glasgow, Bailey Farnsworth, Brooke Tooley, Hayli Gerdt, Sarah Belof. Middle Row L to R: Kailey Allen, Kendall Olmsted, Kennedy Allen, Samantha Clark, Allison Shaw, Mandy Wiltshire, Olivia Kennedy, Lauren Muench, Gracyn East, Elizabeth Watson. Front Row L to R: Olivia Galloway, Camille Salomon, Sydney Bombassaro, Ashlyn Bischoff, Sydney Hatcher, Katelyn O’Halloran, Alivia Mehalik, Jenna Contorno, McKenzie Miller, Ella Dinkel, Mikayla Soreno. Not Pictured: Campbell Allen, Chloe Engh, Angelina Mayes.
2019-20 Varsity Cheerleading Roster Campbell Allen – Senior Kailey Allen Kennedy Allen Sarah Belof Ashlyn Bischoff – Senior Sydney Bombassaro – Senior Samantha Clark – Senior Jenna Contorno – Senior Nicolette Cordero Ella Dinkel Gracyn East Chloe Engh Bailey Farnsworth Olivia Galloway – Senior Hayli Gerdt Sydney Hatcher
Kylie Junghans Olivia Kennedy – Senior Kendall Luthringer – Senior Angelina Mayes Alivia Mehalik McKenzie Miller – Senior Lauren Muench Katelyn O’Halloran Kendall Olmsted Camille Salomon – Senior Allison Shaw Mikayla Soriano McKenna Sprecher Brooke Tooley Elizabeth Watson Mandy Wiltshire
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2019-20 JV CHEERLEADING TEAM
Back Row L to R: Annabelle Ramsey, Madison Bowe, Kendal Skinner, Samantha Meehan, Coach Amy Glasgow, LeMara Andrews, Ave Spinazze, Kailey Jack, Oliviarose Simons, Isabella Sexto. Middle Row L to R: Jessica Thompson, Andrea Torrence, Brenna Gonzalez,Yesenia Murray, Alexandra Barriga, Megan Graves, Giovina Karp, Courtney Teeter. Front Row L to R: Cameron Doyle, Sophia DeFelice, Mackenzie Fennell, Emily White, Cynthia Workman, Talia Rodino, Emma Bucknavage, Emma Rathur, Phoebe Rando. Not pictured: Trinity Babcock.
2019-20 JV Cheerleading Roster Annabelle Ramsey Phoebe Rando Emma Rathur Talia Rodino Isabella Sexto Oliviarose Simons Kendal Skinner Ave Spinazze Courtney Teeter Jessica Thompson Andrea Torrence Emily White Cynthia Workman
Le'Mara Andrews Trinity Babcock Alexandra Barriga Madison Bowe Emma Bucknavage Sophia DeFelice Cameron Doyle Mackenzie Fennell Brenna Gonzalez Megan Graves Kailey Jack Giovina Karp Samantha Meehan Yesenia Murray
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Amy Glasgow enters her fifth year coaching at Bishop Verot. Amy was born and raised in Plover, Wisconsin and served in the United States Navy. She works for Cemex USA and enjoys working in the community. Amy and Cris, her husband of 21 years, have three children; Trevor '16, Bryce '17, and Harley '19. Cheering is a big part of her life and she enjoys coaching JV and Varsity.
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Congratulations to the Viking Golf Classic Perpetual Cup winners Lew Bennett, Dave Beers, Michael Landsberg, and Jason Perry (pictured below). Great job team!
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STAYING CONNECTED Over the past year we’ve had the opportunity to plan several fun events for Verot alumni. Along the way we’ve had the pleasure to meet many new faces and reconnect with old classmates. In October, we enjoyed tasty pizza while catching up with alumni and friends at our annual Oktoberfest hosted at Downtown House of Pizza. In December, we held our annual Ugly Christmas Sweater Happy Hour at Marlins Brewhouse, owned and operated by Tim Frederic ’96. Everyone in attendance enjoyed getting into the holiday spirit while helping themselves to a delicious nacho bar. Stephanie Zavada ’10 won a ticket to the Gala for wearing the best (ugliest) sweater. As we move into the new year, our goal is to host one alumni event each quarter. If you’re interested in sponsoring or hosting the Alumni Association, please send us an email or message on Facebook. All future events may be found on our Facebook page, the Alumni page on bvhs.org and in the Black & Gold. We look forward to an exciting year ahead and meeting even more alumni at our future gatherings!
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ALUMNI SPORTS Mindie Mabry '17
Andrew Shepherd '19
HARVARD VOLLEYBALL
WESLEY BASKETBALL
Mabry, who guided Verot to a regional championship in 2016, had the best season of her collegiate career. The junior led the Crimson with 222 kills, and was second on the roster with 2.53 digs per set. She recorded at least ten kills in nine matches, and logged four double-doubles on the season. Mabry’s efforts were recognized by the Ivy League, who named her as a AllIvy League Honorable Mention selection.
Shepherd, who is playing at Wesley College for former Verot assistant Dean Burrows, has played in every game for the Wolverines as of press time. The freshman, who has made five starts for the Division III program, scored his first career points against Division I Wagner. Shepherd scored eight points against Wagner on November 12, and added eight more points against DeSales on November 15.
Alyssa Collins '18
Charlotte Terry '19
FLORIDA STATE VOLLEYBALL
LIMESTONE BASKETBALL
Collins made her Florida State debut this season, helping the Seminoles to the NCAA Tournament as a redshirt freshman. FSU went 19-10 on the season, which included a 12-6 record in the ACC. The 2018 Verot grad appeared in 14 sets for the Seminoles, and logged 13 digs, two assists and a service ace.
Garrett White '18
As a freshman, Terry has played in nine of Limestone’s eleven games as of press time, helping the Saints to an 8-3 start. The 2019 Verot alum had her best game of the season to date on November 30 against Lees-McRae, when she scored six points on four shots in just seven minutes of action. Terry has also grabbed at least one rebound in seven of her nine appearances as of press time.
Hannah VanDress '19
MASSACHUSETTS MARITIME FOOTBALL The sophomore helped the Division III Buccaneers to a 6-4 record this season, as well as a 4-4 record in conference play. White played in seven games on the season, and logged tackles in victories over Maine Maritime, Worcester State, and Fitchburg State. White’s solo tackle against Worcester State on October 5 was the first of his career at Massachusetts Maritime.
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FGCU SWIMMING The freshman has contributed for the Eagles in distance events during her first season on campus.VanDress finished in second place against Houston in the 1650 freestyle race, and swam a personal best in the 400 IM and a season-best in the 500 free against the Cougars.VanDress also added points to FGCU’s team total at the 13-team Phill Hansel Invitational.
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fter graduating from Bishop Verot in 2007, Kal attended the United States Air Force Academy in Colorado Springs, CO, graduating with a B.S. in Astronautical Engineering and commissioning as a 2nd Lieutenant in the United States Air Force. Soon after, he began Specialized Undergraduate Pilot Training at Columbus AFB, MS, flying the T-6A Texan II and T-38C Talon training aircraft. Upon completion of pilot training, he was assigned to fly the B-52H with the 23rd Bomb Squadron out of Minot AFB, North Dakota, where he had the opportunity to deploy to Guam, England, and Qatar. “While my time out in the Pacific and the UK was incredible, the six months in Qatar were a significant life experience for me, combatting ISIS throughout the Middle East and aiding in the liberation of Mosul,Tal Afar, and Raqqa.”
Kallen Judah '07 From Kallen about his time at Verot…
About two years ago, Kal decided to submit his application and “tryout” to fly the U-2 Dragon Lady at Beale AFB, California and fortunately, made the cut. The U-2 is an ultrahigh altitude “spy plane” aircraft specializing in strategic intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance operations. “The U-2 flies so high, we have to wear space suits to protect ourselves from the risks of potentially fatal Decompression Sickness (DCS) if there were to be a rapid loss of cabin pressurization. I consider myself to be extremely lucky to fly such a historic and unique aircraft within an amazing tight-knit community of skilled aviators, maintainers and support personnel.”
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Bishop Verot played such a tremendous role in preparing me for my future as an Air Force officer and pilot - from rigorous AP classes, to a community of teachers, coaches, and administrators who backed my goals every step of the way. Father Beretta, Mrs. Shriner, Mrs. Elmeer, Mrs. Knox, Mrs. Dakin, Mrs. Gardner, Mrs. Davis, Mr. Hamann, Mr. Boulton, Mr. Siuda, Mr. Stejskal, Coach Hall, Coach Gill, Coach LoSauro...they all had a role in developing me to meet future academic and life challenges. I’m so thankful for the lifelong friendships fostered in the hallways, classrooms, and athletic fields at Bishop Verot. My advice to students is to maintain a positive attitude and greet the challenges of life with hard work and optimism. Find your passion and develop it - live your best life! Cheers,
Kal
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ALUMNI NEWS Angela Giles Clark ’86 and Kenleigh Clark '14
Carlos Aaron Monroy '04
Angela and Kenleigh are excited to announce the opening of their storefront, Duckberry, in Fort Myers. Duckberry is a personalized gift, home, clothing, and accessory store located in the Colonial Crossings Plaza at 4600 Summerlin Road, Suite A6 in Fort Myers. Stop and see them for all your gifting needs.
Brittany Mattfeld '08
Elizabeth Ardolino ’12
Brittany and Jack Craig were married this fall at the Shrine of the Most Blessed Sacrament in Washington, D.C. Brittany works for a non-profit and Jack is a federal contractor. The couple resides in Alexandria,Virginia.
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Dr. Carlos Aaron Monroy and Dr. Sandra Marcela Rivas married October 12, 2019, exchanging vows at Corpus Christi Catholic Church in Celebration, Florida. The wedding reception was held at the Bohemian Hotel, where family and friends toasted the happy couple. Aaron and Marci now live near Des Moines, Iowa and vacation frequently in Florida.
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Elizabeth Ardolino and Tanner Williams are pleased to announce their engagement. Tanner is a 3rd class Petty Officer in the US Coast Guard and Elizabeth is the Front Desk Manager at the Westin Cape Coral. Elizabeth plans to relocate to Lakeside Marblehead, Ohio where Tanner is currently stationed. The couple is planning a spring 2022 wedding.
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ALUMNI NEWS Alejandro Staehle '12
Mark Wagner '12
Alejandro and Diana Macon were married on November 9, 2019 at St. Marks in Huntersville, N.C. and celebrated with a reception at Peninsula Yacht Club on Lake Norman. They honeymooned in Rome and Florence, Italy. Alejandro is employed with Wells Fargo and Diana works for The Hartford, both in Charlotte, N.C. The couple resides in Concord, N.C.
Mark Wagner and Sarah Bearden are pleased to announce their engagement. The couple is planning to be married October 23, 2020 in LaGrange, Georgia. Mark will be graduating from Ave Maria School of Law in May 2020. After the wedding Mark and Sarah plan to reside in Southwest Florida, where Sarah will continue her career in marketing.
ALUMNI CALENDAR Class of 1980 Reunion Members of the class of 1980 are planning their 40th reunion. Please contact Mike Vigil for information at mtvigil40@comcast.net or by phone at (239) 677-7486. Please also join the BVHS Class of 1980 Facebook page. Annual Gala Alumni are encouraged to join us for the annual gala and auction to be held on Saturday, March 28, 2020. This year’s theme is 70’s Boogie Night. For more information please visit bvhs.org/gala.
Please check the Verot Alumni page of the website for alumni event and reunion updates at bvhs.org/alumni. Please send any upcoming reunion information to patty.holmes@bvhs.org for future B&G publications. Thank you!
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SCHOOL NOTES
Bishop Verot Theater Our Verot Theater Thespian troupe traveled to West Palm Beach this winter for their first district competition. Students from all over South Florida prepared theatrical performances and backstage and tech presentations to compete in front of judges. Our troupe’s performers received high scores across the board. Three of our students are going on to compete in the State Competition in March. Senior Noah Snider will be going for his Playwright entry, sophomore Emily Kidd will be going for her Monologue performance, and freshman Grace Ryan will be going for her Solo Musical performance. Congratulations,Vikings!
Digital Video Production The launch of the live Facebook page, Verot Live, began this fall with students running the cameras and commentary for many of the Viking athletic competitions. They have taken the cameras to the pool deck, bowling alley,Viking Stadium, Nevins Gymnasium, and other locations to live stream our Vikings as they compete. Students recently visited the Dan Patrick School of Sportscasting at Full Sail University in Orlando for a tour of the studios, control rooms and to learn more about the university’s programs. They were also given a private sports broadcasting training session.
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SCHOOL NOTES Seniors Athletic Signings In November, three of our Viking senior athletes signed their commitments to continue their athletic careers at the collegiate level. Catherine Reszel committed to Ave Maria University to play basketball, Andrew Vieceli will play baseball for Emmanuel College in Franklin Springs, Georgia, and Gabriella Vetter will join the golf team at the University of North Alabama.
A Christmas Tradition This December the tradition continued with Verot hosting a gingerbread house and cookie decorating party for students from both St. Andrew Catholic School and St. Francis Xavier School. National Honor Society members prepared the houses and helped the children with decorating. The future Vikings enjoyed their time at Verot singing Christmas songs, creating their Christmas masterpieces, and making new friends.
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