Aluminator - Spring 2011

VOL. 60, NO. 3

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The rd Annual Alumni Dinner The Band Connection The Bond of Music from Rev. Canning F. Harrison to Bill Watts ‘40 to this Year’s Honoree Greg Normandin ‘78

Editor in Chief: Rev. Raymond Paramo, C.S.B.

VOL. 60, NO. 3

Spring 2011

Managing Editors: Mike Carrier ’06 Dan Collins Jr. ’84 Editorial Contributions: Mary Giunca, JOURNAL Reporter Sherbow, Susan S. - Honigman Miller Schwartz & Cohn, LLP Photography: Denny Barnes ’79 Sharon Bowling Theresa Green Mike Rossi - www.homepage.mac/maestrocc CP Fleck - Phleck Photos, LLC Andrew Kieltyka ‘11 Detroit Catholic Central High School Administration: President - Rev. Richard Ranalletti, C.S.B. rranalletti@catholiccentral.net Principal - Rev. John Huber, C.S.B., Ed.D. jhuber@catholiccentral.net The Aluminator is published three times every year by the Detroit Catholic Central Alumni Office.

Submissions can be emailed to: Rev. Raymond Paramo, C.S.B. rparamo@catholiccentral.net (248) 596-3864 Submissions can be mailed to: The Aluminator Detroit Catholic Central High School 27225 Wixom Road Novi, MI 48374 To reach the Alumni Office: (248) 596-3838 Fax: (248) 596-3839 For Information: Director of Alumni Relations Mike Carrier ’06 (248) 596-3844 mcarrier@catholiccentral.net Director of Advancement Dan Collins Jr. ’84 (248) 596-3834 dcollins@catholiccentral.net Or visit us on the Web: www.catholiccentral.net On the Cover: This year’s Alumni Dinner honoree, band leader Greg Normandin ‘78 with the Detroit Catholic Central Marching Band in London, England, for the 2002 New Year’s Day Parade.

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In This Issue FEATURES Advancement News Chatterbox Young Alumni: Ansara Brothers - Third Generation Restaurateurs CC Profiles

Louis Argenta ‘61 - Aiding Endangered Lizards with WFU research

Joseph R. Sgroi ‘98 - Named by DBMagazine “30 in their 30s”

Earl Rasmussen ‘51 - Author of The Guard Murders Alumni Association Committees & Contacts Reunions 23rd Annual Alumni Association Dinner Previous Rev. Canning F. Harrison Alumni Award Recipients Drive Report The Bells

Wedding Bells

Baby Bells In Memoriam

Fond Farewells to Rev. James O. Enright and Rev. Edward W. Donoher Calendar of Events

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SCHOOL NEWS School Bells Sports Break Sports Schedule

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A Note from the Editor Many of you tell me that you begin reading your Aluminator by looking at “Chatterbox” and “The Bells.” Please don’t forget that those are the parts that we cannot include without help from you. We need you to send us updates of your milestones and accomplishments. Your travels and other activities are also of interest to your classmates.

Submissions: For inclusion in the Fall 2011 issue of the Aluminator, all updates, articles and photos must be received by June 14, 2011.

Photographs: Original film prints are acceptable. They will be scanned and returned to you undamaged.

Digital photographs should not be printed on a personal color printer. Instead, please provide the original electronic file. Digital photographs should be shot at as large a size and in as high a resolution as possible for the camera used, with care being taken to get a sharp image. This yields the best printing results. Please send the raw or uncompressed original TIF file or high-resolution JPG as an attachment. Do not open and adjust or re-save into any other format. Photos should not be embedded into a Word document.

CHATTERBOX

Advancement NEWS

Staying Connected With Your Classmates

Dear Alumni and Friends,

thank you!

In the last 60 years, Catholic Central’s wonderful band and music program has had only two directors. The late Mr. William Watt’s ’40 led it for 31 years from 1951-82. He was succeeded by his student, Mr. Greg Normandin ’78 who has now completed 29 years in that post. If you want to know what it looks like after all these years, I suggest you look at one of the revolving photos on the homepage of our website. There you will see the band lined up for a picture in the shadow of the classic London skyline, where they were invited to participate in London’s New Year’s Day Parade. The number of the band’s firsts in state competitions and even international invitations has brought the name of Catholic Central to literally millions of people.

These two Alumni have created a lifelong memory for hundreds of our Alumni, so it is fitting that we honor Greg Normandin as our Alumnus of the Year in this issue and at the annual Alumni Dinner. In my roles in the administration of CC, I can tell you how proud I have felt to be represented by Greg and his musicians. The honor is well-deserved.

On another topic, you may have read about an increasing number of teen suicides in the Detroit area. It hasn’t happened to us in a long time, but it is always a possibility. Bullying, put-downs and derision come all too easily to teenagers, and the results can be devastating. In 2003, the recently retired Mr. Bill Hayes founded the Brothers’ Club to emphasize the brotherhood that has long been a hallmark of CC. We want Catholic Central to be a safe place, where students are comfortable that ethnic put-downs, gay put-downs and fear of any kind have no place. As challenging as the teen years have always been, students today are surrounded by examples of intolerance that make the past seem very tame. We pray that the Brothers’ Club will continue to keep CC that safe place.

Mystery Photo Identified

THE SWELL ’40s

L-R: James Wellman ’55, Ernest Zuccato ’55,

1944 – JOHN CARRIVEAU and WILLIAM MINANDO live in California and are both San Diego Chargers fans. William has been a season ticket holder since 1967. Recently, they and their families got together and tailgated before a Chargers game.

Kenneth Pallach ’57 FB Player: Tom McAuliffe ’55

Thanks in part to Ray Billinghurst ’55, Ray Brennan ’55, John Cottrell ’55, Dick Cuchetti ’55, Chuck Grade ’56, and Richard Radowicz ’57.

Help Solve Another

Mystery!

Do you recognize anyone in this photo?

Please contact the Office of Alumni Relations at (248) 596-3838.

Finally, I have received a number of inquiries asking how the new girl’s Catholic Central is coming. The answer is there is no girl’s Catholic Central. I can understand the confusion. A number of our parents who have daughters have established a new girl’s school, and Fr. Elmer, our former Principal and President, has acted as their principal for this present year as a personal project, but there is no Basilian or Catholic Central connection with the school. We have always had good relationships with Mercy, Ladywood and other Catholic girl’s schools. We wish anyone seeking to provide Catholic educational opportunities the best, but the only Basiliansponsored schools in the Detroit archdiocese are Detroit Catholic Central and Detroit Cristo Rey. Sincerely in Christ,

Fr. Richard Ranalletti, C.S.B. President

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ALUMNI SPOTLIGHT In stressful but tactically rich racing, Tom O’Rourke ’52 won the match sprint races for another gold medal at the UCI World Championships in Anadia, Portugal, bringing his medal count to four again this year including three golds in all. Placing third in the qualifier, Tom out-sprinted Aussie Brian Kennedy in the quarterfinals. Then, matched against American Delroy Walters in the semifinals, he pulled out another win, leading to a sprint final against another American, Luigi Fabbri. Tom took on his second countryman in a row and out-sprinted him for his third gold.

Congratulations to Tom with his, once again, impressive performance against the world’s best! His dedication to his training and racing is to be complimented.

THE SWELL ’40s 1947 - THOMAS E. BRENNAN reports that last fall he and Marty Brennan ’52 (no relation) took on Pat Costello and Bill Heisel, “a pair of unreconstructed University of Detroit High School graduates” in a Ryder Cup competition at Harbor Point Gold Club hear Harbor Springs, Michigan.

“To heighten the excitement, we agreed upon a wager which would benefit the Alma Mater of the winning team.

“The Brennan boys upheld the honor of the Shamrock Nation, and I am pleased to enclose two checks totaling $100 from the vanquished Cubbies.”

John Smoltz ’60 and his German Polka Band.

THE NIFTY ’50s

THE PSYCHEDELIC ’60s

1959 – BRIAN “BOMBER” RICHARDSON recently met Rudy Reuttiger of Notre Dame fame at an event in South Bend, Indiana. Brian himself attended the University of Notre Dame and was a member of their boxing team.

1960 – JOHN SMOLTZ returned from Arizona for his 50th High School Reunion over Boys’ Bowl Weekend and attended the Boys’ Bowl game against De LaSalle. John is very proud that his daughter, Bernadette Ault, drives his grandsons, Robert and Daniel, to Catholic Central everyday from Lansing.

Robert is a junior at CC and is a member of the Varsity football and hockey teams.

Daniel is a freshman at CC and plays in the band. John himself played in the band for four years. John now plays the accordion in a German Polka band.

John Smoltz ’60 with (left) grandson Daniel Ault ’14 and (right) grandson Robert Ault ’12.

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1962 – FRANK KOONTZ retired on June 1, 2010, after an 18-year stint as an editor of Cooperative Extension Service publication at Purdue University in West Lafayette, Indiana. Previously, he was a newspaper reporter and editor in Saginaw, Michigan and Lafayette, Indiana. He and his wife of 45 years, Judy, have two daughters and five grandchildren.

THE RADICAL ’70s 1974 - DAVE MCCALL is a chemistry Ph.D. working for Master Chemical Corporation, but his avid hobby is fast-pitch softball. He doesn’t play it, he coaches it very successfully. Last spring, his team beat Cass Tech High School to notch its sixth consecutive city championship. The team has now claimed the city title 11 times in the last 13 seasons.

Brian“Bomber” Richardson ‘59 and Rudy Reuttiger of Notre Dame fame.

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Michigan Mathematics Prize Competition

The team hasn’t lost very often, but Dave always brags first about the academic

prowess of the players. There is always one, or more, academic all-state players on the team. Recently, all 5 seniors on the team were recognized by the city for maintaining a cumulative GPA in excess of 3.7 for their entire four year high school career.

Who is this team? The answer is the answer to the question: “What ever happened to 6565 West Outer Drive?”

The answer is the girls’ softball team of Renaissance High School.

Pictured here is the 2010 girls’ soft ball team last June after winning their district title. David is at the front, second from the right. The building in the background is the old CC building–now known as FLICS (Foreign Language Immersion and Cultural School).

Dave McCall ’74, is the second from the right on the front row.

Congratulations to senior Robert Cernak who finished in the Top 200 in the State of Michigan in the 54th Annual Michigan Mathematics Prize Competition.

Also, the following students finished in the Top 2% of the Stat on Part I and qualified to take Part II of the exam. They are among the top 1,000 students from among 7,000 students who took Part I. Nic Baumgartner ’11

Nick McGovern ’12

Josh Bindon ’11

Kevin Piotrowski ’11

Robert Cernak ’11

Eric Rettig ’11

Evan Joseph ’12

Kevin Wegienka ’11

Nick Koelzer ’11

Logan Whitehead ’13

The team has high hopes that they will bring another city championship to 6565 W. Outer Drive. Mere architecture may not be the cause of winning, but attitude and effort certainly are.

1978 - KEITH CAUGHLIN reports, “I have been a low-profile alum in the last 32 years,” Keith admits in a recent note to Fr. Paramo. “After graduating from Notre Dame in 1982 and then Notre Dame Law School in 1985, I served in the U.S. Army JAG Corps for 5 years. I was stationed at Fort Drum near Watertown, New York, where my wife and I have settled and raised two fine boys, Timothy Jude (19) and Dennis Patrick (16). I came back to the Detroit area for Thanksgiving, and I saw Coach Tony Magni at the Canton, Michigan Turkey Trot.”

Keith Caughlin ‘78 and Coach Tony Magni at the Canton, Michigan Turkey Trot.

“My son Dennis and I ran the 5 K. He came in second. Suffice it to say that I finished.

Afterwards I returned a CC cross country jersey which Coach Magni had given me at my high school graduation party in 1978.

This striped old-style top was not what the 1978 team wore. It was a relic even then, but it was a fond memory of CC.” “Thanks to you and the Aluminator team for putting out a great magazine. My condolences on the death of Fr. Donoher with my prayers for a peaceful 2011.”

Keith and Mr. Magni and students at Canton Turkey Trot.

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MILITARY Serving Our Country THE TECHNO ’80s 1980 – NORMAN THOMAS, SR/WA, President and owner of R.S. Thomas & Associates, Inc, a real estate appraisal firm located in Livonia, Michigan, was awarded the 2010 Professional of the Year award from the Michigan Chapter of the International Right of Way Association. He has also been appointed the Region 5 Valuation Committee Chair involving Michigan, Ohio, Illinois, West Virginia, Indiana and Wisconsin.

1984 - CHRIS KNORP, his wife, Tracey, and their two daughters, Mackenzie Shea (15) and Madison Ray (12) have been living in Naperville, Illinois, for the past ten years.

He has been in the exhibit and event industry for the past 23 years, building tradeshow exhibits, launching new corporate products and creating brand identity for companies around the globe.

He works for ML International Expo Logistics and says he really enjoys it.

Sadly, his mother, Margorie Jean Knorp, died last November (See In Memoriam), but his dad still lives in the Detroit area (Livonia) as do eight of his siblings. He asks his fellow alumni for prayers for his mother.

1986 - TODD SULLIVAN has been named a North Carolina Super Lawyer for 2011. This is his third consecutive election to this list of the top attorneys in the state as selected by his peers. Todd is a partner/member of the 500-attorney law firm Womble, Carlyle, Sandridge & Rice and has a nationally recognized practice in the area of employee defection litigation.

Todd is a 1994 graduate of Cornell Law School. He is a frequent lecturer and author on the topics of covenant, not to compete agreements, and trade secret misappropriation.

THE VIRTUAL ’00s 2005 – CHRISTOPHER SZYBISTY is currently teaching mathematics at Matoaca High School in Chesterfield, Virginia.

2005 – BRADFORD ZYGMONTOWICZ earned a Bachelors Degree in Business Management from the University of Arizona. He is currently living in Irving, Texas and working for Tango Management Consulting, LLC. 2006 – GAVIN AMBROSI started his first year of Medical School at Michigan State University in August, 2010.

Norman G. Thomas ’80 (left) receives award from Jeffrey Jones, Vice Chair of Region 5 of the International Right of Way Association.

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Register On The Alumni Website It’s Easy As 1-2-3!

1. Go to www.catholiccentral.net which is CC’s Home Page 2. Click on “Alumni” at the top

Marine Major Bryan Smylie ‘89 is currently deployed to Helmand Province, Afghanistan as part of Regional Command (South West) in support of Operation Enduring Freedom. He is scheduled to return in Spring 2011.

3. “Login” or “Register” More information is coming your way via the Alumni Website.

To stay connected with fellow alums, receive the Shamrock News E-newsletter, keep current with activities and events, as well as to update your personal profile, login/register today!

If you haven’t already done so, it’s easy to do, and it’s free. It’s simple to join other Alumni with online information.

Brendan Cox ’09 graduated from Marine Boot Camp in Paris Island, South Carolina last September. His family attended the ceremony and took a picture in front of the Iwo Jima Memorial. Currently, Brendan is going through pre-deployment training. He is a rifleman with the 2nd Marine Division based in Camp Lejeune, North Carolina.

Just update your profile, mark any information that you want unpublished as “Private” with a check mark, and change “NetCommunity” to “Yes.”

Calling All Veterans!

This tribute to Robert B. Rosowski ‘58 appeared in the October 25, 2010 issue of Crain’s Detroit Business.

Catholic Central has a proud history of its Alumni serving in all branches of the armed forces.

There have been many attempts to form a group for these veterans, and now is the time. Jim Muir ’65 has led the charge in forming a Veterans Group within the CC Alumni Association. We met in January to discuss the direction of such a group. There has been a very good response for the Veterans Group thus far. However, moving forward, we would like to identify all of the CC Alumni who are veterans.

You can download a form by clicking the link in the monthly e-newsletter, or you can e-mail the information. We would like you to submit that information to mcarrier@catholiccentral.net or jimmuir@mi.rr.com.

L-R: Caitlin Cox, Clare Cox, Janine Cox, Brendan Cox ‘09, Hon. Sean Cox ‘75, Patrick Cox ’16, John Cox ‘06, Dr. Jerry Cutcher ‘50

St. Basil Distributes Another $10,000 Recently the Superior General of the Congregation of St. Basil (Basilian Fathers), Rev. George Smith, visited missions in Colombia. Upon his return he stated that without Saint Basil Coffee’s distributions several projects would have been discontinued. He gave thanks to all who support the coffee ministry.

In Cali, Colombia, money from Saint Basil Coffee provides two meals a day to 300 poor children. In Medellin, Colombia, money from Saint Basil Coffee is used to pay a doctor and expenses of a medical clinic.

Last week Saint Basil Coffee distributed another $10,000 to our Catholic Missions in Colombia. To date your total distributions have exceeded $300,000.

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Getting To Know Alumni Association Members

Four Brothers OnWard to burger fame The Ansara brothers are third generation restaurateurs who have opened a new burger restaurant in Rochester Hills.

Michael 02, Anthony ’02, Victor ’05, and Nicolas ’08 Ansara are all working together under the umbrella of Ansara Concepts Inc. Their new restaurant, Burgrz, opened in 2009 and is one of the hottest new places to eat in Rochester Hills. Their menu allows each person to assemble the perfect burger by their own standards.

Three Generations of Restaurateurs Top photo: Michael 02, Anthony ’02, Victor ’05, and Nicolas ’08 Ansara

Burgrz 3204 Walton Boulevard Rochester Hills, Michigan 48309 Phone (248) 375-3060 www.burgrz.com

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From the Burgz website: “Our story really begins as the tale of four brothers who set out on a cross-country mission to find the best burger and help eliminate the epidemic of burger FADS. As third generation restaurateurs, they were on a quest to develop a new way to enjoy a food group they love while helping hungry people everywhere. They traveled from Chicago to New York, Denver to Phoenix, Los Angeles to Detroit. In each city and town they jotted down what they liked about the burger joints they visited,

and tossed out what they didn’t. The result is a simple, pure way to enjoy a type of food that is so good they named the restaurant after it!”

The burgz Mission Statement At burgrz, our mission is to create and serve delicious gourmet burgers at a reasonable price and to cure the growing number of people afflicted with FADS. To read more about burgz burgers, visit http://www.rochestermedia.com/burgrzof-rochester-hills-is-now-open/

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PROFILES

Spotlighting Alumni & Members of Our CC Family

Joseph R. Sgroi ’98 named by DBusiness Magazine in its “30 in their 30s”

1961 – Louis Argenta Endangered lizard is helped by technique from WFU research

Press Release 14. Sep. 2010

named one of DBusiness Magazine’s “30 in Their 30s.”

[Detroit Business Magazine Sept./October 2010 issue] The DBusiness honorees were selected for the notable success they have achieved thus far in their careers. Sgroi is featured in the magazine’s September/October issue.

By Mary Giunca, JOURNAL Reporter

Yoko, a Komodo dragon, has extremely delicate skin that is prone to infection. So when she suffered an injury in Singapore, the search was on to find a method to treat the wound before it could turn into a life-threatening infection. That search led halfway around the world to a device developed by two doctors at Wake Forest University Baptist Medical Center. And today, Yoko, one of three Komodo dragons at the Singapore Zoo, is healed, alive and well.

But, as far as Argenta knows, this is the first time that it has been used on a lizard. “I think this being an endangered species, they were doing everything they could to save it,” he said of the dragon. Yoko was the mother of the first

In 1990, Drs. Louis Argenta ’61 and Michael Morykwas, researchers in the plasticand-reconstructive-surgery department, developed the Vacuum-Assisted Closure device, or VAC, for treating difficult-to-heal wounds.

The device has been used on about 3.5 million people worldwide, Argenta said. It is used to treat diabetic wounds and those caused by trauma, such as gunshots. The system uses a vacuum to pull infected fluid away from a wound and to draw the edges of the wound together.

About 400 of the devices were sent to Haiti after the magnitude-7 earthquake struck in January, Argenta said. They were used on people who had been crushed by collapsing buildings. The VAC device has been used on cows and horses in Winston-Salem, and a turtle on the North Carolina coast that had its shell cracked by a boat.

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successfully hatched Komodo dragon bred in Asia. Last November, she was laying a second batch of eggs in her underground burrow when she wedged herself into a crevice and hurt the skin on her back.

Serena Oh, the assistant director in the veterinary department at the Wildlife Reserves Singapore, which manages the zoo, said that the dragon’s skin is very difficult to treat. “We needed a solution to generate tissue growth quickly with

zero risk of infection,” Oh said in a news release.

Argenta said that he has lectured in Singapore a few times and that VAC therapy is often used in that island country because of accidents between motorists and people riding motorcycles and scooters.

Amputation rates are high, he said, and VAC therapy has helped reduce such operations. Argenta said he never had any conversations with anyone at the 69-acre zoo, but he said he believes that zoo officials may have heard of his work from the use of VAC therapy on accident victims.

Dr. Lee Shu Jin, a consultant with the division of plastic, reconstructive and aesthetic surgery at National University Hospital in Singapore, said that the treatment was a success. “Reptiles normally heal very slowly, but we are very happy to report that Yoko made great progress in her recovery with VAC therapy,” Jin said. “She was also eating and moving normally throughout the entire process.”

Argenta said that even though he never had any contact with the zoo or anyone who treated the lizard, he wouldn’t rule out the possibility of a house call at some point to meet Yoko. “I’d love to go see it,” he said.

Reprinted with permission. Published July 22, 2010, Winston-Salem Journal

Joseph R. Sgroi ‘98

Honigman Miller Schwartz and Cohn LLP (Hongiman) is pleased to announce that Joseph R. Sgroi, a Partner in the firm’s Commercial Law, Bankruptcy and Reorganization Department, was recently

Sgroi represents clients in connection with their supply chain management and related disputes. He also represents debtors, creditors’ committees, customers, suppliers and lenders in matters such as commercial bankruptcies, reorganization proceedings, financial restructurings, liquidations and out-of-court workouts throughout the United States. Sgroi was selected

by DBusiness for his involvement as a member of the Honigman team working in coordination with General Motors (GM) Purchasing in the establishment of General Motor’s supplier response team during its historic bankruptcy last year, which allowed GM to maintain product flow from its suppliers throughout the bankruptcy proceedings.

He has also been recognized as a “Rising Star” in Michigan Super Lawyers in 2009 and 2010.

He earned his J.D. from the University of Michigan Law School and his B.A. in Political Science from the University of Michigan. While at U. of M., Sgroi was a linebacker and long snapper for the Wolverines football team.

Reprinted with permission.

Earl Rasmussen ‘51 | Book Review The Guard Murders Excerpt from The Guard Murders back cover

Scrambling down the bank, Gapinski slipped and almost toppled into the fast-moving water. Ice-cold chills went up his spine as he moved slowly along the tree toward the floating figure.

Grabbing the arm, he tugged at the body, moving it toward the bank. Slowly the weight of the torso as it emerged from the liquid began to strain the forty-year-old beat cop.

When Patrolman John Gapinski finds a dead body floating in the river, he has no idea that it is only the tip of the iceberg.

Civil Detective Brian Donnley and National Guard Captain Dave Brokowsky investigate the murder and discover that the mysterious body is Sergeant Bascom. Bascom isn’t the only member of the guard that has turned up dead. The connections begin to become clear as they embark on a thrilling investigative chase. But even they aren’t prepared for the level of corruption they encounter when they stumble upon a drug smuggling operation by rogue CIA personnel. Will they be able to connect

the dots and bring down the operatives before more blood is shed?

The author, Earl Rasmussen is a retired Air Force Air Traffic Controller who spent eleven years on active duty and sixteen years in the Air National Guard.

Earl was inspired by real-life events in the 1960s, when his clerk was found murdered and their commander was accused of selling military equipment for his own profit.

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ALUMNI BOARD OF DIRECTORS from the

Alumni Association Mission Statement The mission of the Catholic Central Alumni Association is to provide services, benefits and activities of interest to the Alumni and foster an Alumni body which is interested and involved in the affairs and functions of the school, and to provide such assistance to the school as may from time to time be requested of it.

Let The CC Archive Department

Recycle Your Memories The Archive Department at Catholic Central needs old memorabilia you might otherwise consider discarding. We welcome just about any kind of souvenir: everything from old programs and photographs, to sports items, etc., and especially yearbooks.

Many items may find themselves on display at our campus in Novi.

To make arrangements for pick-up or delivery of your items, please contact:

Fellow Alumni,

Fellow Alumni,

I have always been inspired by the relationships that have been made possible as CC Alumni. There have been countless other times when my CC roots have helped me in every facet of my life.

It relates back to how blessed we have been to have Basilians teaching and living our motto: “Teach me Goodness, Discipline, and Knowledge”. This motto is validated daily as we see Alumni involved helping new generations of Shamrocks enter adult life.

As the school year nears its end, I can’t help but look back at the wonderful things that we were able to accomplish. I am amazed at the continuous dedication and generosity that the Alumni show toward Catholic Central and her students.

This year the Alumni Association has been very active. Many of the committees have completed their yearly projects, and I would like to take this opportunity to personally thank all of the chairmen and their committee members. New or expanding committees are in need of an increase in manpower and ideas. For example, the “Silent Majority/Out of State Committee” is organizing CC Alumni across the country. Jim Muir is organizing an official “CC Veterans” group.

This year’s “Annual Alumni Association Dinner” will be held at the Embassy Suites in Livonia on Thursday, March 31st. Greg Normandin ’78 will be this year’s honoree. It is a great evening for CC alumni to share camaraderie, dinner and renew old friendships.

We are also adding a poker charity gaming event to our activities. It will be held June 27th through June 29th at Northville Downs. This event is open to the public. CC Alumni are encouraged to attend and to help our cause.

Catholic Central is the designated charity and will share in the profits. Our job will be to handle all of the money transfers for buying and redeeming poker chips. Proceeds from this event contribute to funding the Alumni Association’s events as well as the Scholarship Fund. Alumni are needed to volunteer to fill the slots to make this event a success. Information for all of these events is available on our web site.

I would like to thank all of the Alumni for continued support to CC. I also thank the Alumni Office for all of the exceptional service and help that they provide. May God bless you and have a great summer!

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We Look Forward to Seeing You! Dates May 5, 2011 Location Embassy Suites, Livonia Mass 6:00 p.m.

Dinner 6:30 p.m.

Meeting 7:00 p.m.

Sincerely,

Please Pray With Us! Mass Every morning Monday -Friday at 7:30 a.m.

Rosary Every Tuesday at 2:50 p.m.

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All graduates of CC are members of the Alumni Association.

Please join us as we discuss the current year for the Alumni Association and the school.

I am impressed, humbled, and proud to be right at the center of all that the Alumni do. I know that we all share those feelings about CC. Let us continue to feel the Spirit of Catholic Central… and embrace it!

Stanley J. Targosz Jr. ‘67 President, Alumni Association smtargosz@hotmail.com

Each sale helps Catholic Central. 40% of all proceeds go directly to CC.

All Alumni are Welcome

…in the Catholic Central Chapel

Every Photo

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The thousands of Alumni who have given so much to the school and continue to do so are proof of a lasting bond between CC and her Alumni. Furthermore, the yearly and monthly reunions that so many of our graduation classes hold are proof that we have brothers for life, no matter what life throws at us.

Mike Carrier ‘06 Director of Alumni Relations mcarrier@catholiccentral.net

Dan Collins ’84 at (248) 596-3834 dcollins@catholiccentral.net Mike Carrier ’06 at (248) 596-3844 mcarrier@catholiccentral.net

I am often asked to sum up the CC experience and explain what makes CC so special. I have to admit that the task is a bit overwhelming at first. However, as I complete my first year as Director of Alumni Relations, I can honestly say that the answer is very simple: lasting brotherhood. My job is proof that CC offers something unique upon graduation.

Catholic Central Alumni Association Meetings

What a great way to display some CC Spirit! Each letter is a work of art itself, photographed from items around the school – framed prints spell out “Catholic Central” and “CC Shamrocks.”

To order, please visit www.eptasphotos.com

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Shamrocks Across The Country 2011 Alumni Association Committees & Chairs Any Alumnus who is interested in one or more of the committees listed below is encouraged to contact the chairperson associated with a particular committee. If you are interested in participating in other areas or have any questions, please contact the Advancement Office at (248) 596-3838.

Alumni Dinner - Promote, organize, and conduct the Annual Alumni Dinner and designate the honoree for the annual Fr. Harrison Distinguished Alumnus Award.

Bob Forte ’69 raforte1@aol.com Boys’ Bowl Alumni Mass & Breakfast Promote, organize and conduct the Boys’ Bowl Alumni Mass and Breakfast as a zero-cost event for Alumni and their families to show our appreciation.

Jack Rajkovich ’67 jrrajkovich@yahoo.com Career Guidance - In cooperation with the administration of the school, implement and conduct career-guidance programs with the assistance of Alumni. Such programs would include career-day trips, a speakers’ bureau featuring selected professions and occupations, and other similar projects.

Jeff McGowan ’84 jeffrey.mcgowan@sbcglobal.net CC AMBASSADORS - A group of Alumni who are committed to Catholic Central High School in support of Institutional Advancement.

Dennis Antoniotti ’68 dantoniotti@ameritech.net CHARITY GAMING - Promote and organize charity gaming events for the Alumni Association.

Stan Targosz Jr. ’67 smtargosz@yahoo.com

Communications - Develop and implement the means – including the Internet – by which to effectively inform the Alumni of Alumni and school activities, events and developments. The committee is expected to provide content on an ongoing basis to the Alumni Association section of the Aluminator, the Alumni page of the Catholic Central website, and any other modes of communication which are implemented.

Dante Cerroni ’96 dante_cerroni@ml.com Early Involvement - Develop and implement events, programs, activities and strategies which will engage and retain the interest and participation of graduating seniors and recent Alumni.

Scott Hauncher ’89 shauncher@superiorfund.com EXECUTIVE - Comprised of the Alumni Association President, Vice President, Secretary, Treasurer and immediate Past President to manage committees of the Alumni Association Board of Directors.

Stan Targosz ’67 - President smtargosz@yahoo.com Carmine Palombo ’70 - Vice President carminepalombo@sbcglobal.net John Foley ’73 - Secretary johnrfoleylaw@jrfpc.net Scott Hauncher ’89 - Treasurer shauncher@superiorfund.com Bill Galvin ’85 - Past President wgalvinized@yahoo.com IDENTITY - Promote the image and identity of the Alumni Association.

John Ronayne III ’64 jronayne@postnewsweek.com

NominatiNG - Determine the qualifications for membership in the Alumni Board of Directors; identify and nominate for Board membership Alumni who will actively participate in Board activities; recommend members for advisory member status; nominate officers.

Bob Barnes Sr. ’56 bobtas@comcast.net

Silent Majority/Out of State Develop and implement events, programs activities and strategies specifically intended to attract and engage those Alumni who have not been meaningfully involved in the affairs of the school and the Alumni Association, including those who reside outside of the southeastern Michigan area.

John Rioux Sr. ’61 john_rioux@msn.com Spirituality & Vocations Develop and implement events, programs, and activities to provide for the spiritual enrichment of Alumni; identify events, programs, activities and strategies which may be recommended to the administration of the school with the objective of increasing religious vocations.

Carmine Palombo ’70 carminepalombo@sbcglobal.net

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The 1995 Reunion was included in the winter issue of the Aluminator, but no picture was included. Below is the photo of members of the Class of 1995 who gathered at Gus O’Connors over Boys’ Bowl Weekend last fall. Andy Gignac ’95 organized the event for his class.

Blue, six-panel, flex-fit low-profile cap with white embroidery; matching color under visor; 96% cotton 4% spandex - $20

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Hooded pullover sweatshirt in oxford gray with blue type; heavyweight 50/50 blend with draw cord and front pocket - $30

Shamrock Club - Identify and implement events, programs and activities which will foster business and career networking.

Stan Targosz III ’92 stantargosz@hotmail.com

This may be the time to remind you…

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1995 Reunion

Striped blue tie has interlocking “CC” logo - $35

Premium 100% acrylic knit blanket in blue and white; 54” x 80” - $99

Bottom row holding pennant: John Murphy ‘95.

Middle Row: Jeff Gajewski ‘95, Bob Beckman ‘95, Craig Wasen ‘95, Dan McArthur ‘95, Ryan Kato ‘95, Eric Gregory ‘95, Chris Nagarah ‘95.

Back Row: Andy Gignac ‘95, Brian Duffy ‘95, Dan Kogut ‘95, John Kraynek ‘95, Gabe O’Keefe ‘95.

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HOCKEY Alumni Game On Sunday, January 2, 2011, the Alumni of our historic hockey program laced up the skates and played a game at Compuware Arena. Mike Giordano, the General Manager of Catholic Central Hockey, organized the annual Alumni Game as a way to bring back the Alumni upon which the program was founded. The continued success of the hockey team is a direct reflection of the high expectations set by the Alumni who have played since 1934.

The rosters of the White and Blue teams were completely filled with Alumni from as early as 1961 to as recent as 2008. The White Team won the game 5-1. A great time was had by all, especially after the game at CJ’s!

Any Alumni who wish to become involved with hockey events should contact Mike Giordano at mrgcc5@yahoo.com.

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Christmas Reunions

Turkey Bowl 2009

This past Christmas season was a memorable one for many of our fine graduation classes. Many classes hosted Christmas parties and luncheons to celebrate the holiday season and spend time with one another.

The Class of 1957 met for Mass and lunch at the Huron River Hunting and Fishing Club in Farmington on December 15, 2010. Fr. Bob McGrath ’57 and Fr. John Wheeler, C.S.B. ’57 co-celebrated Mass before lunch.

The Class of 1960 met for lunch at Moe’s on Ten Mile on December 17, 2010. George Smrtka ’60 and the rest of the 1960 Reunion Committee organized the lunch.

The Class of 1965

Above L-R: Pat Devine ’65, Deacon. Bob Schikora ’65, Mike Harrsion ‘65.

Kevin A. Johnson ‘81 writes: “Football, cleats, gloves, and Ibuprofen were all in my athletic bag as I prepared to head out on a frigid November morning.

Yes, it was time once again for our annual Turkey Bowl football game over Thanksgiving weekend with my Catholic Central alumni friends. We’ve played every year since our high school days, with this year being our 31st annual competition.

met for cocktails and dinner at Buddy’s Pizza in Farmington Hills on December 15, 2010.

Mike Harrison ’65 organized this gathering for the group now known as “656565.” Deacon Bob Schikora ’65 came back to town for the festivities.

After a spirited game Tom and Maureen Leonard generously opened their home for all to celebrate another year’s milestone with family and friends joining in throughout the evening.

The Class of 1983

Turkey Bowl 2010

met for their annual Nemos/Red Wings gathering on December 10, 2010. It is the annual class of 1983 “winter reunion.” The guys meet at Nemo’s Bar in Detroit before and after a Friday night Red Wings game as close to the Christmas season as the Wings schedule allows. Some guys go to the hockey game; others just remain at Nemo’s to reconnect with classmates. This has been an annual event for about the last 25 years and continues to grow in popularity each year! For more information on this and other potential class of 1983 events contact Nick Merucci ‘83 at nickmerucci@comcast.net or 248-882-0748.

Front row seated: Dave McPhail ’83, Brian Peck ’83, Pat Michel ’83, Chris Schrot ’83, Bob Orlowski ’83.

Standing L-R: Nick Merucci ’83, Dave Martin ’83, Craig Gleeson ’83, Frank Murphy ’83, Tom Zakrewski ’83, Phil Schmidt ’83, Devon Tucker ’83, Dave Lerg ’83, Paul Seewald ’83, John Eads ’83, Mike Gianetti ’83 (barely visible between Ewald and Eads), Ed Ewald ’83, Pete Poirier ’83 (behind Gianetti), Jeff Gatt ’83, Jeff Holscher ’83, Kelly Ronayne ’83, Bob Elwell ’83, Eric McPherson ’83, Mike Kelly ’83, Todd Forfinski ’83, Kevin Martinuzzi ’83, Paul Micallef ’83, Mike Meister ’83, Steve Kolhoff ’83.

Present, but not in photo: Pat Bagley ’83, Pat Cherry ’83, Greg Sala ’83, Mark Holowicki ’83, Mat Raedle ’83, Steve McCormack ’83, Rick Mularoni ’83, Ron Raftery ’83, Mark Kueber ’83.

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Jack Smiley’s Touchdown Dance, Class of 2025 (Mike Smiley’s Son).

L-R: Chris Kopicko ‘81, Tom Leonard ‘81, Tim Gallagher ‘82, Tom Hominga ‘82, Mike Hackert ‘83, Kevin Johnson ‘81, Russ Navarre ‘82, Kevin Hackert ‘86.

Others who joined us for game or party include: Richard Bartos ‘81, Mark Diponio ‘82, and Tim Granzotto ‘81.

L-R: Tom Hominga ‘82, Kevin Johnson ‘81, Mike Hackert ‘83, Mark Diponio ‘82, Tom Leonard ‘81.

L-R: Chris Kopicko ‘81, Russ Navarre ‘82, Tim Gallagher ‘82.

Front Row: Dan Mulvihill ’96, Mike Smiley ’96, Jack Smiley ’25, Eric Gilbo ‘96.

Back Row: Tom Valenti ’96, Justin Church, Tom Smiley ’96, Mike Bowen ’97, David Brock ’96, James McFarlane ’96, Rich Deptula ’97, Joel Rioux ’96, and Dave Schroder.

Not Pictured: Jim Smiley ’92, Mike Sharpe ’97, Travis Miller ’96, and Patrick Smiley ’28 (Tom Smiley’s Son).

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Annual Catholic Central Alumni Dinner At the first annual Alumni Dinner in April 1989, approximately 300 Alumni

They are the constant example of the

and friends gathered to share memories and laughs and enjoy the keynote

Basilian Fathers who founded CC in

speaker, Al McGuire. It was a huge success. To build off of the success

1928. They continue to guide Catholic

of the first dinner, Alumni Association President Frank Jonna ’67 and the

Central and all of her young men.

Special Events Committee established the Fr. Canning F. Harrison Award.

The award is named for Fr. Canning F. Harrison C.S.B. who served as the first Director of the Alumni Association, and is given each year to a Basilian and/ or alumnus who exemplifies, to a great degree, the philosophy and mission of Catholic Central High School. Frs. Norbert Clemens and Edward Donoher were the first recipients of the award in 1990.

In addition, 20 lay alumni have received the Fr. Harrison Award over the years.

Men like Judge Jim Ryan ’50, Al Moran ’57, Dr. John Ronayne ’37, Bob Santello ’58, and Lou Yeager ’50

Mr. Greg Normandin ’78 being presented an award in London, England.

have shown a deep commitment to

Over the years, many prominent Alumni and Basilian Fathers have been

Mary, Alma Mater and an overwhelming

Mr. Greg Normandin ’78 is the 2011 recipient. Greg has been

honored at the Alumni Dinner. Priests, teachers, coaches, judges, doctors,

understanding of the Spirit of CC.

a music teacher and band director at his Alma Mater since the

lawyers, and businessmen alike have had the honor bestowed upon them not only for success in their careers, but for the continuous support and The annual Alumni Dinner has been a staple at

dedication they have shown for Catholic Central. Frs. Enright, Martin, French,

Catholic Central since the spring of 1989. When

Barnes, Hathaway, Elmer, Menner, and Paramo are the Basilian Fathers who

the CC Alumni Association re-established a Board

have been honored with the award since Frs. Clemens and Donoher received

of Directors in 1988, one of the main objectives

the first awards in 1990. Their longtime commitment to the students of CC

was to help the Development Office raise funds.

and their lasting impact on the school’s tradition are evident.

It was decided that an annual dinner could be very helpful in doing so. The Alumni Dinner has been hosted annually since the spring of 1989.

The Fr. Harrison Distinguished Alumnus/Basilian Award will continue to be presented each spring by the Alumni Association. Each year, the Alumni Dinner Committee of the Alumni Association Board of Directors nominates and selects one or two recipients well deserving of the honor.

fall of 1982. Greg succeeded his mentor and past honoree, Bill Watts ’40, as the band director at CC. For almost 30 years, Greg has taken the already prominent program to new heights. His bands have won countless awards at parades and festivals. They have taken home numerous first division ratings. They have even marched internationally in London, England, several times.

We thank the men who have been honored with the Fr. Canning Harrison Award and look forward to those who will be honored in the future. Their dedication, enthusiasm, and passion for Catholic Central are a constant example of what all Alumni seek to have. May their generosity and leadership inspire all Alumni to be stewards of the Spirit of Catholic Central. The Goodness, Discipline, and Knowledge that they display is proof of the power of CC and Mary, Alma Mater.

Mr. Greg Normandin ’78 teaching - then and now.

Above: Greg Normandin ‘78 and Detroit Catholic Central Marching Band in London for the 2011 New Year’s Day Parade.

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A Pictorial Retrospective on

Previous Rev. Canning F. Harrison Award Recipients

Left to right, each row: 1990

1991 1992 1993 1994

Rev. Edward W. Donoher C.S.B. Rev. H. Norbert Clemens C.S.B. Mr. Patrick A. McDonald ’54 The Hon. James L. Ryan ’50 Mr. William B. Watts ’40 Mr. John J. McHale ’39

1995 Mr. William S. Foley ’42 *Dr. John J. Ronayne ’37 1996 Rev. James O. Enright C.S.B. *Rev. James E. Martin C.S.B. 1997 Mr. Regis D. Bowers ’42 *Rev. J. Gerard French C.S.B. 1998 1999

2000 2001

Mr. Alan R. Moran ’57 Dr. Louis C. Argenta ’61 Dr. Robert A. Forte ’69 Mr. Robert A. Santello ’58 *Rev. Joseph G. Barnes C.S.B. ’49 Rev. Arthur T. Hathaway C.S.B. ’44

2002 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007

The Hon. Thomas E. Brennan ’47 Mr. Thomas P. Moore II ’54 Rev. Richard J. Elmer C.S.B. ’46 Mr. Robert B. Rosowski ’58 Mr. Patrick M. Nesbitt ’62 Mr. John P. Argenta ’58

2008 2009

2010

2011

Mr. John J. Ronayne III ’64 Mr. Louis E. Yeager ’50 *Rev. John H. Menner C.S.B. Mr. Drew P. Sharp ’78 Rev. Raymond Paramo C.S.B. Mr. Gregory E. Normandin ’78 *Honored Posthumously

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Spotlighting Catholic Central Connections

Fundraising Theme for 2011: “Movies”

The Band Connection from the Beginning

Drive Catholic Central 2011 - Fundraising Results

Our honoree this year is Greg Normandin ’78. Greg is the band director at

It’s a week (or more) that’s homework free, full of wackiness and over-the-top spirit.

This year’s theme, Movies, provided ample inspiration for students to sell enough tickets to boost the School’s tuition assistance budget by $362,099.13 and earn twelve free days.

Catholic Central, and has been since the fall of 1982. Prior to graduation from CC in 1978, Greg was a four-year bandsman under legendary director, the late Bill Watts ’40. He has since taken the reigns and developed the band into the

The senior class was victorious in this year’s DRIVE, surpassing the freshman class on the last day by bringing in 394.7% of their quota. Many students, teachers, and staff were involved in all of the decorations and excitement that go into making the DRIVE so special.

world-renown band it is today. Numerous first division ratings and awards, many trips overseas to London, and yearly concerts in front of capacity crowds are just a few of the credentials. Greg has also developed the band into four

DRIVE

Bill Wattts ‘40 and Greg Normandin ‘78 - Catholic Central Band Leaders.

This year, the energy and spirit were as noticeable as ever. As Fr. Huber pointed out to the student body, Fr. Donoher’s memory lives on in the DRIVE, and he continues to influence the lives of each student at CC.

parts: the Concert Band, Symphony Band, Jazz Band, and Orchestra.

Bill Watt’s was also honored by the Alumni Association as the Distinguished Alumnus of the Year in 1993. Bill, like Greg, was a four-year bandsman at

2011 DRIVE Results - Total $ Raised Daily Results Cumulative Day 1 $80,315.13 $ 80,315.13 Day 2 $48,527.00 $128,842.13 Day 3 $41,746.00 $170,588.13 Day 4 $38,840.00 $209,428.13 Day 5 $39,671.00 $249,099.13 Day 6 $113,000.00 $362,099.13 Grand Total $362,099.13

Catholic Central. He began in the fall of 1936 as a member of the very first band. Rev. Bernard Regan, C.S.B. and Mr. J.T. Bredau were its directors.

Mr. Watts returned to CC in 1950 to take over direction of the band. His leadership propelled the band to new heights. In the 60’s, he enrolled the band in the Michigan School Band and Orchestra Association – making Catholic Central the first private school allowed in the Association. He remained in charge of the band until the fall of 1982 when his pupil, Greg Normandin, succeeded him.

It is ironic that both Bill and Greg have been bestowed with the Fr. Canning F. Harrison Distinguished Alumnus Award. Fr. Canning Harrsion, C.S.B. was the moderator of the band during his tenure at CC. He was a huge supporter and fundraiser for the program. During that time, Bill was the director of the band, and Greg played in the band. So from the very beginning, the Distinguished Alumnus Award, given annually by the Alumni Association, has tie-ins with the CC Band. The award that Bill and Greg have both received was named for one of the most avid supporters of the Catholic Central Band.

Band Council 1956 Fr. Harrison, Walter Green ‘56, Bill Watts ‘40, and Robert Battista ‘57.

Rev. Canning F. Harrison C.S.B. Biography

Rev. Canning F. Harrison C.S.B.

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Fr. Harrison came to Catholic Central in the fall of 1952 from Assumption College School in Windsor. It is of interest that Fr. Harrison, for all the years he was at CC, was the enthusiastic moderator of the band. This enthusiasm was passed on to Bill Watts ‘40 and this year’s recipient, Greg Normandin ‘78. He also taught religion, foreign language, and music. In 1973, Fr. Harrison accepted a new position as the Director of the Alumni Association. He would hold that position until his retirement in 1987, organizing class reunions, publishing the Aluminator, and keeping tabs on every alumnus. Alumni knew that if he met them in the halls or elsewhere, he would collar them and get information about them for his files. These were colorful, anecdotal files, years before the advent of computers. Fr. Harrison passed away in January 1991.

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Top Salesman Rank/Name

1 Mike Ferrantino ’11 2 Matt Messana ’11 3 Tom Myler ’14 4 Jacob Connell ’13 5 Michael Ronayne ’14 6 David Ciccarelli ’11 7 Sergio Troiani ’12 8 R.J. Plawecki ’13 9 Jonathan Sheesley ’14 10 Nick Ferrantino ’13

Cumulative $6,828.00 $5,446.00 $4,451.00 $4,130.00 $3,800.00 $3,015.00 $3,012.00 $2,400.00 $2,393.00 $2,300.00

Rank by Grade Level - $ Raised % of Quota Rank/Grade Cumulative % of Quota 1 Seniors $ 90,181.00 394.70% 2 Freshmen $100,277.13 385.44% 3 Sophomores $ 91,277.00 358.79% 4 Juniors $ 80,364.00 336.19% Total DRIVE Holidays Earned = 12 C C A N N U A L D R I V E • S P R I N G 2 011

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Sharing News of Alumni Weddings & Births

WEDDING BELLS 2003 – JEFF WIGGINS and Jennifer

WEDDING BELLS

Loomis were married on May 29,

2000 – Ryan Romanczuk married

Jeff works part-time at the Michigan

Melissa Morgan on September 24, 2010,

Attorney General’s office and is in his

at Our Lady of Czestochowa Church in

3rd year of law school at the University

Sterling Heights. The reception followed

of Detroit Mercy, where he is the

at the San Marino Club in Troy.

President of the Federalist Society.

2010, and currently reside in Livonia.

Many Shamrocks were in attendance.

Photo includes: John Mulroy ’03, Aaron Surma ’03, Mike Martinico ’03, Zack Wiggins ’10, Jason Rose ’03, Kevin Obad ’01, Kevin

2003 – Staff Sergeant Ryan Masel,

Russom ’03, Dave Baxter ’03, Kyle Posluszny ’03,

USMC married the former Kimberly

Daryl Bridges ’01, Erik Whalen ’03, Mike

Maiuro on October 16, 2010, at the

Blaskey ’03, Chris Derrig ’01, Jeff McMichael

Memorial Chapel at the Pensacola Naval

’03, Scott Obad ’03, Scott Jewett ’03, Mike

Air Station. Ryan is stationed at the New River Marine Airbase, Jacksonville, North Carolina, where he is a crew chief on the new Marine Huey UH-1Y (Yankee) helicopter.

Mach ’03, Jeff and Jennifer Wiggins.

Back Row: Sean Devlin ’00, Brandon Kaleniecki ’00, Tom Volman ’01, Anthony Coratti ’01, Michael Morris ’00, Robert Morris ’65, Jeff Caruana ’99, Dennis Goebel, Nick Goebel ’00, Jeff Potts ’00, Dan Smith ’70, Brian Farkas ’99,

BABY BELLS

Eric Wynalek ’00, Charlie Rozum ’00, Tom Kwiatkowski ’75, Al Bridges ’71.

Front Row: Patrick Hayes ’01, Abe Leon ’01, Ryan Romanczuk ’00, Melissa Romanczuk,

1992 – THOMAS EPPERSON and his wife, Ann,

Mike Wilk ’00, Tom Alberty ’00, John Kava ’00, Ryan Morrison ’00, Matt LoPiccolo ’01.

welcomed their first child, daughter, Ella Aubree,

Kim is a flight attendant with AirTran

born on December 22, 2009. (photo left)

Airlines. The couple met five years ago

1996 – MICHAEL AMBROZIAK and his wife, Megan,

at the Marine Birthday Ball when Ryan

welcomed Alexander Joseph Ambroziak, born

was stationed in Pensacola.

November 28, 2010. Alexander weighed 8 pounds Ella Aubree Epperson (above) Alexander Joseph Ambroziak (below) Luciano Charles Rozum (bottom)

6 ounces. (photo left) 1997 – MATTHEW WEISS and his wife, Maureen, joyfully welcomed their first child, daughter, Maeve Catherine, on July 26, 2010. Timothy Weiss ‘99 is

Maeve Catherine Weiss (above) The Fanco children (below)

Maeve’s godfather. (photo right) 1998 – JEFF FANCO and his wife Elizabeth welcomed their 6th child on July 15, 2010. Timothy Gordon Fanco joins his siblings Margaret, Theodore, Antoinette, Francesca, and Broderick. (photo right) 2000 – CHARLIE ROZUM and his wife, Lori, welcomed Staff Sergeant Ryan Masel, USMC ’03 and bride Kimberly.

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The family photo includes from left to right: Ryan’s Dad Greg, Christopher, Erin, Kim, Ryan, Paula, and Ryan’s Mom Donna.

their first child, Luciano Charles, on July 15, 2010. (photo left)

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The following members of the Catholic Central Family have passed from this life to the next.

Please remember them in your Masses and other prayers. Our sincere condolences are extended to their loved ones.

May their souls and the souls of all the faithful departed, through the Mercy of God, rest in peace.

ALUMNI REV. MSGR. FERDINAND J. DeCNEUDT ’31 - November 21, 2010. He is survived by many grand nieces and nephews and great-grand nieces and nephews. Msgr. DeCneudt was ordained a priest for the Archdiocese of Detroit in 1939. He was a very active CC alumnus during his life and attended the annual Harper-Belmont Reunion every year of its existence. The Funeral Mass was celebrated by the Most Reverend Allen Vigneron, Archbishop of Detroit, at Our Lady Queen of All Saints Catholic Church, Fraser, Mich.

EDWIN D. SECORD ’36 May 30, 2010. He is survived by five children, 14 grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren.

He served as a captain in WWII and participated in the Battle of the Bulge.

The Funeral Mass was celebrated at Our Lady Star of the Sea Catholic Church, Grosse Pointe Woods, Mich.

VINCENT J. BANONIS SR. ’38 October 23, 2010. He is survived by his wife, Marilyn, and his daughter, Carolyn. He was preceded in death by his three sons, Vincent Jr. ’68, James ’73, and Stephen ’77, and his two brothers, Alphonse ’34 and Victor ’46. Vince will forever be known for his tremendous athletic achievements. He was an AllAmerican football player at the University of Detroit, and he played professional football winning world championships in 1947 with the Chicago Cardinals and in 1952 and 1953 with the Detroit Lions.

Vince also served as a Lieutenant in the Navy during World War II. He is a member of the Catholic Central, College Football and Michigan Sports Halls of Fame. The Funeral Mass was celebrated

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C.S.B. at Transfiguration Catholic Church, Southfield, Mich.

HON. WILLIAM J. HATHAWAY ’42 December 9, 2010. He is survived by his seven children, including William ’65, Hon. Richard ’68, Edward ’70 and Matthew ’75, 16 grandchildren, three greatgrandchildren, many nephews, including James ’63, Thomas ’65, Arthur ’67, Robert ’69, Daniel ’70, Paul ’70, Francis ’71 and Robert ’91 and brothers, Charles ’37, Robert ’43 and Rev. Arthur, C.S.B. ’44.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Kathryn and brothers, James ’36 and John ’39. The Funeral Mass was celebrated at St. Clare of Montefalco Catholic Church, Grosse Pointe Park, Mich.

LAWRENCE J. CRONIN ’43 December 26, 2010. He is survived by his wife of 55 years, Helen, two children including Lawrence ’74, five grandchildren and two brothers. Larry is a veteran of the U.S. Navy. The Memorial Mass was celebrated at St. Genevieve Catholic Church, Livonia, Mich.

ALAN E. CUMMING ’45 August 6, 2010. He is survived by his wife, Delores, three children, nine grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. The Funeral Mass was celebrated at St. Anne Church, Ortonville, Mich.

RONALD BRISKEY ’47 January 24, 2011. He is survived by his wife, Patricia, four children, including Robert ’72, and eleven grandchildren.

Ronald was a member of the St. Basil Legacy Society. The Funeral Mass was celebrated at St. Vincent Ferrer Catholic Church, Madison Heights, Mich.

ROBERT E. LEE ’47 October 17, 2010. He is survived by eight children and 11 grandchildren. He is preceded in death by his wife, Mary Lou. Robert is a veteran of the U.S. Navy. The Memorial Mass was celebrated at St. Anne Catholic Church, Detroit, Mich.

ROBERT D. WILLIAMS ’48 October 26, 2010.

PAUL F. CARRIER ’51 November 26, 2010. He is survived by his wife, Marianne, his children, Molly, Paul ’81 and John ’83, five grandchildren, including Paul Hamilton ’13, three siblings, including Donald ’46. He was preceded in death by his brother, James ’43. The Memorial Mass was celebrated at St. Patrick Catholic Church, Brighton, Mich.

RICHARD F. KENDALL (KULCZYNSKI) ’52 April 5, 2010.

WILLIAM E. RAYMOND ’52 January 22, 2011. He is survived by his wife, Carol, four children and four grandchildren. The Funeral Mass was celebrated at St. Martin De Porres Catholic Church, Warren, Mich.

EDWARD J. JAMISON ’53 November 9, 2010. He is survived by his wife of 49 years, Barbara, and three children.

GERALD E. HARRIS ’54 October 28, 2010.

MICHAEL J. KILAR ’55 September 25, 2010. The Funeral was celebrated in Crossville, Tenn.

THOMAS M. RICHART ’55 September 23, 2010. He is survived by his wife, Carol, five children, six grandchildren, many nieces and nephews, a sister and a brother. The Funeral Mass was celebrated at Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Catholic Church, Darien, Illinois.

JAMES E. FITZGERALD ’55 November 19, 2010. He is survived by his wife, Pat, three children, six grandchildren, three siblings, including his brother Robert ’58, and many nieces and nephews, including Daniel ’80 and Jamie ’93. Jim was a veteran of the U.S. Army.

A Memorial Mass was celebrated at St. Aloysius Catholic Church, Fife Lake, Mich.

THOMAS M. KRAL ’56 November 2, 2010. He is survived by his wife, Judy, children Kevin ’83 and Karen, and two siblings. The Funeral Mass was celebrated at Our Lady of Good Counsel Catholic Church, Plymouth, Mich.

WILLIAM J. SELLHORN ’56 November 20, 2010. He is survived by his wife, Peggy, five children, three siblings, seven grandchildren, and two greatgrandchildren. The Funeral Mass was celebrated at St. Paul Catholic Church, New Bern, North Carolina.

JAMES T. SULLIVAN ’57 December 9, 2010. He is survived by four children and his nephew, Kevin ’74.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Judith.

RICHARD J. POEHLMAN ’58 November 20, 2010. He is survived by his wife, Gloria, two children, two siblings, and two nephews.

BRIAN J. TROSHYNSKI ’59 November 28, 2010. He is survived by his wife, Kathleen, three children, six grand

children, and two siblings. The Funeral Mass was celebrated at St. Mary of the Hills Catholic Church, Rochester Hills, Mich.

EXTENDED FAMILY

PAUL R. SOWERBY ESQ. ’61 November 30, 2010. He is survived by many relatives including his brother, Frederick ’60. He was the president of Community Health Foundation and Mohave Bar Association.

MARGARET M. CURTIN October 17, 2010. Mother of John ’64, Mark ’68, Christopher ’72 and Brian ’76.

GERARD DREWEK ’68 July 4, 2010. He is survived by his wife, Janice, two daughters and one granddaughter.

EUGENE C. HILLEBRAND ’68 January 9, 2011. He is survived by his wife, Debbie, two children, three grandchildren, his mother and four siblings, including Thomas ’71. He was preceded in death by his father. The Funeral Mass was celebrated at St. Robert Bellarmine Catholic Church, Redford, Mich.

SAM E. SCALICI ’73 December 1, 2010. He is survived by his wife, Sally, two children, two grandchildren and his sister. He is preceded in death by his parents. The Funeral Service was held at Fry-Bross & Spidle, Kearney, Missouri.

CONSTANTINO DEL SIGNORE ’81 - October 26, 2010. He is survived by his wife Lynn, son Giovanni, parents John and Lina, three siblings, and many nieces and nephews.

The Funeral Mass was celebrated by Rev. Franklin Mizzi, C.S.B. at St. Aidan Catholic Church, Livonia, Mich.

THOMAS D. SCALLEN ’86 January 5, 2011. He is survived by his wife, Theresa, son Daniel, and parents Daniel and Alice and two siblings. The Funeral Mass was celebrated at St. Gerard Catholic Church, Lansing, Mich.

DONALD J. COVERY November 3, 2010. Father of Brian ’84.

CHARLES F. HERBERT - June 16, 2010.

Father of Frank ’83 and J. Scott ’89.

JOHN F. JAKUBIK - March 16, 2010.

Father of Paul ‘79 and Grandfather of John ‘10, Steven ‘12, and Christopher ‘17.

MARJORIE J. KNORP - November 4, 2010. Mother of Christopher ’84.

MARY F. O’DEA - September 8, 2010.

Mother of Michael ’70.

KATHLEEN L. ROGOWSKI December 22, 2010. Mother of Casey ’99 and Ryan ’02. Sister of Tim Kelley ’75.

Sister-in-law of Bob Moreau ’75. Aunt of Matt Kelley ’06.

STANLEY ROGULSKI January 13, 2011. Father of David Rogulski ’78. Grandfather of Kevin Obad ’01 and Scott Obad ’03.

ALOIS A. SAUTER - November 12, 2010.

Father of James ’64 and John ’72.

MARY V. SMITH - January 2011.

Mother of Jack ’67 and Thomas ’75.

JACOB L. SNYDER - November 11, 2010.

Son of Jay ’78. Nephew of the late James ’66, Joseph ’68, Jerry ’73, Jonathon ’74, Jeffrey ’77, Jack ’80, Judd ’86, Justin ’88, and Mike Kelley ’70. Cousin of James Snyder ’06 and Joe Snyder ’10.

JAMES T. SULLIVAN December 9, 2010. Uncle of Kevin ’74.

RAFFAELE TOPPI - October 20, 2010.

Grandfather of Angelo ’13.

RICHARD WALDIS - October 29, 2009.

Father-in-law of Paul ‘79 and Grandfather of John ‘10, Steven ‘12, and Christopher ‘17.

JOAN K. ZALIAGIRIS - January 23, 2011.

Mother of John ’79 and the late Thomas ’74.

PATTY ZAPTON - November 17, 2010.

Wife of the late James ’65.

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REV. JAMES O. ENRIGHT, C.S.B. died on December 20, 2010 at the age of 86.

Fr. Enright was born on October 14, 1924 and was ordained a Basilian priest on June 29, 1951. He made a tremendous contribution to Catholic Central, teaching theology and English, and chairing the English Department.

A Basilian priest for almost 60 years, he is especially remembered for coaching hockey and baseball, and for heading the Public Relations Department when it first began. “Fr. Punch,” so nicknamed after former Toronto Maple Leafs coach Punch Imlach, also conducted an extensive oratorical program, co-authored two books of poetry, and founded the Michigan Metro High School Hockey League. He coached hockey in 1948 and again from 1954 until 1973. His teams won three state championships in 1959, 1961 and 1968. Fr. Enright left CC in 1981 to work at St. Michael’s College School in Toronto.

He was honored with the Fr. Canning Harrison Distinguished Basilian Award in 1996. He was a member of the Catholic League, Michigan Hockey and the CC Athletic Halls of Fame.

A memorial Mass was celebrated on January 15, 2011, at the CC chapel. Later that night his memory was honored with Fr. Enright Night when the varsity hockey team played Cranbrook at Compuware Arena.

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REV. EDWARD W. DONOHER, C.S.B. died on December 11, 2010 at the age of 87. Fr. Ned Donoher, C.S.B. was born on December 18, 1923 and was ordained a Basilian priest on December 17, 1949. Fr. Ned devoted the majority of his life to Catholic Central, teaching here for over fifty years. During that half century, Fr. Ned became perhaps the most well known Basilian because of the generations of students he was able to teach. He is the personification of the “Spirit of Catholic Central.” He lived to serve the Blessed Virgin, Mary, Alma Mater, and her students.

His legacy lives on in the many CC cheers and songs he wrote, especially the Alma Mater and Brothers’ Club songs. His passion was introducing each freshman class to the CC culture. Fr. Ned was honored as the first recipient of the Fr. Canning Harrison Distinguished Alumnus Award, even though he wasn’t an alumnus. He was also enshrined in the Catholic Central Athletic Hall of Fame for his school spirit and endless praying during sporting events.

2011 Calendar of Events

March 31

23rd Annual Alumni Dinner – 6:00 pm

Catholic Central has established Memorial Scholarship Funds in memory of both Fr. Donoher and Fr. Enright. The Fr. Edward Donoher, CSB Memorial Scholarship Fund and the Fr. James Enright, CSB Memorial Scholarship Fund will assist students with financial need and provide them the opportunity to realize the dream of a Catholic Central High School education.

If you are interested in making a gift to either fund, please contact Dan Collins ‘84, Director of Advancement at 9248) 596-3838 or dcollins@catholiccentral.net

1 Legacy Mass & Breakfast – 10:00 am Spring Band Concert – 6:30 pm

April

2 31st Annual Athletic Golf Outing

8-9 Fine Arts Weekend

– Walnut Creek Country Club

10 Mothers’ Club Fashion Show – 11:00 am

5 Alumni Association Board of Directors Meeting

11 Dads’ Club General Meeting – 6:00 pm 12 Shamrock Bar Association – Mass at 6:00 pm 14 Academic Awards Banquet – 6:30 pm

– Embassy Suites at 6:00 pm 9 Dads’ Club General Meeting – 6:00 pm 22 Senior Graduation – Hill Auditorium at 2:00 pm

18-25 Easter Recess

June

26 Classes Resume

13 Legacy Luncheon

There is no doubt that his legacy will live long in the Spirit of Catholic Central. The Funeral Mass was celebrated at St. Fabian Catholic Church, the parish that he served for over thirty years.

Give a Gift in Memory of a CC Legend

May

(Formerly known as “Harper/Belmont”)

Alumni Association Charity Gaming Fundraiser June 27-29, 2011

Northville Downs Racetrack

The Alumni Association has arranged for Catholic Central to be a charity in the Charity Gaming Room at Northville Downs Racetrack in Northville. The charity will be open from Monday, June 27th, through Wednesday, June 29th.

The Alumni Association would like to encourage everyone to participate over the three days.

Also, the Alumni Association would like to ask our alumni to help us during those three days.

For more information, contact Stan Targosz Jr. ’67 at smtargosz@hotmail.com.

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Current Events at Catholic Central

Academic Team

Named 2010 Division III Fall KMO NATIONAL CHAMPIONS On Wednesday, December 8th, thirtynine members of the Catholic Central Academic Teams assembled to compete against 627 other schools from five countries and 47 states in the Knowledge Master Open Academic Tournament.

In this tournament, team members work together to answer questions on a variety of academic subjects including history, literature, mathematics, and science.

Competing teams are awarded points for both the accuracy and speed of their responses to those questions.

At the end of the competition, Detroit Catholic Central answered 198 out of 200 questions correctly and earned a final score of 1,756 out of a possible 2,000 points, 603 above the national mean score.

Signing Day

Science Fair Winners

On February 4th, fifteen senior student-athletes signed Letters of Intent, formally committing to their Colleges and Universities.

The projects of the annual Catholic Central Science Fair were on display in

Mike Birney

University of Detroit Mercy

Lacrosse

Justin Messner

Northwood University

Football

the Media Center during the month of

Joe Brinkman

University of the Cumberlands

Swimming

Stone Monarch

University of Toledo

Football

Nico Colucci

Saginaw Valley State University

Golf

Andrew Nelson

Cornell University

Football

Justin D’Agostino

Hillsdale College

Football

Jake Spuller

Air Force Academy

Track

Andrew Garcia-Garrison Buckell University

Cross Country

Brandon Sullivan

Northwood University

Football

Mitchell Gatt

Hillsdale College

Baseball

Brandon Tammaro

University at Buffalo

Football

Alex Lang

Olivet College

Soccer

Michael Tibbits

College of the Holy Cross

Baseball

John Lawless

Kalamazoo College

Football

January. The following awards were presented in early February: 1st Brandon Roach ‘13 Chirality: The Relationship Between Angle of Rotation and Concentration

Sophomore student Garrett Moores before his presentation.

2nd Matt Confer ‘13 Thermal Density of Fuel 3rd Conner McDowell ‘13 Preventing Colony Collapse 4th Dan Vargovick ‘13 Fan in Electric Car 5th Michael Makarewicz ‘13

The team’s performance earned them the Division III National Championship.

Division III includes all schools with an enrollment between 1,000 and 1,500 students. The team also garnered a 1st place for all Michigan schools competing and 3rd place finish overall in the competition. No school in the competition had a higher accuracy rating than Catholic Central’s 99%.

Solar Flair

The team is coached by Jason Jones, Ben Herman ’98 and Christopher Gismondi ’00.

Also, in case you haven’t heard, the Academic A and B Teams took first and second place respectively in the NAQT State Championship Tournament in March.

by the Detroit Science Fair for his

Some of the projects displayed in the school media center.

Mr. Steven Lemieux has taken over the work of organizing the fair since Mr. Alan Barker moved to the counseling department after working with Science

L-R: Brandon Tammaro, Brandon Sullivan, John Lawless, Nico Colucci, Stone Monarch, Mitchell Gatt, Justin D’Agostino, Andrew Nelson, Mike Birney, Jake Spuller, Andrew Garcia-Garrison, Michael Tibbits, Joe Brinkman, Alex Lang. *Not pictured: Justin Messner.

Fair from 1995 to 2010. Mr. Barker was named Teacher of the Year many successes in previous Detroit Science Fairs.

Sophomore student Nicholas Malzone before his presentation.

On separate Wednesdays in January, CC Alumni returned to their Alma Mater to provide current students perspectives on future career possibilities.

Mea Culpa In the last issue of the Aluminator we highlighted the Advanced Placement (AP) Scholars for the 2009-2010 school year. We accidentally excluded Matthew Nicholas ’10, who was named a National AP Scholar.

Matthew earned this distinction by scoring a 4 or higher on nine total AP Exams. Matthew is currently attending the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor.

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Alumni Career Guidance Speaker Series Dennis Barnes ’79 and Sean Cowley ’00 discussed their law careers on January 12th. The students appreciated the informal nature of the discussion, particularly the opportunity to ask a lot of questions. One sophomore echoed the comments of his fellow classmates when he said that the presentation was “not like a lecture.”

Mr. Lemieux and his 8th Period Honors Chemistry Class.

All of which completed a science fair project.

On January 26th, perennial favorites Drew Sharp ’78 of the Detroit Free Press and Tom Grace ’80, author of The Secret Cardinal, visited the students. Once again, they entertained questions about their careers in arts and communications.

Also scheduled are programs on engineering and architecture, featuring John Argenta ’58 and Paul Micallef ’83; medicine, with Dr. Bob Forte ’69 and Dr. Steven Antone ’93; concluding with John Bebes ’83 and Mike Dewan ’85 covering business and entrepreneurship.

There will also be a talk regarding vocations to the priesthood, with a speaker to be determined.

Career Guidance Committee members who help identify and schedule the Alumni speakers include Bill Matthews ’58, John Argenta ’58, Bob Rosowski ’58, and chairman Jeff McGowan ’84.

Thank you to all the Alumni who help make these sessions a success, and special thanks to Shawn Mather and Brian Chaney ’91 of the Guidance Department. As one student put it, “I liked … the many opportunities that are open to you after Catholic Central.

This made me realize that there are so many paths open to me.”

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Catholic Central Welcomes New Faculty

Department Updates

Brian Chaney ’91 – Guidance Councelor

Welcome to the Guidance Department

SCIENCE DEPARTMENT

The Department is very active and believes it is important to prepare our students and keep our parents informed. The Department schedules parent presentations for each grade level as follows:

All of our science rooms are equipped with laser projection, surround-sound and wireless wifi. Each lab is equipped with eight computers and Pasco Data Studio data loggers, handheld computers that record data from 27 different types of sensors.

We now do labs in DNA electrophoresis (DNA fingerprinting), bacterial transformation, isolation of GFP protein and DNA extraction. We are exploring the possibility of incorporating digital curricula.

• Senior Parent Info Night – Clarifying the College Application Process: August • Freshman Parent Info Night: November • Junior Parent Info Night - Senior Year Preview: January • Sophomore College Planning Night: March This past school year, the Guidance Department implemented a 4-year education plan for each of our new freshman students. This process will continue with each new freshman class and the Department hopes to expand this process to include interest and career exploration. Standardized testing is an important component in the academic life of a CC student.

Freshmen, sophomores, and juniors are tested annually during the month of October as follows: • Freshmen: EXPLORE • Sophomores: PSAT and PLAN • Juniors: PSAT

Currently our extracurricular activities include Science Olympiad, Robotics and the Outdoor Club. The Outdoor Club also offers sport shooting for the first time this school year. The department is also exploring digital curriculum.

Mr. Alan Barker, who until this year taught chemistry but has moved to the Guidance Department, was named Science Fair Teacher of the year by the Detroit Science Fair. Our own CC Science Fair was held in January (See page 30.)

The Guidance Department recommends that the juniors take the ACT during their 6th semester, in April and again in June. From January through April, our sophomore students are enlightened about the different career areas through our Career Conferences: Arts & Communications, Business, Engineering/Architecture, Health Sciences/Medical, Law, and Religious Life. Presentations are made by CC alumni, coordinated through the Career Guidance Committee.

This school year, the Guidance Department scheduled 52 college visits (September – January) from numerous colleges/universities across the country. Representatives from the Air Force Academy, the Naval Academy, and West Point also visit CC. These college visits are held during the junior and senior Homeroom periods.

Throughout the year, the counselors continuously monitor student grades and progress. The counselors meet with each of their students numerous times, providing encouragement and/or praise, personal counseling, help with course selections, assistance with the college selection/ application process, and arranging extra support such as tutoring, if needed. Tutoring is available one-on-one with a National Honor Society student or on a “drop-in” basis through the Brothers’ Club.

In the spring, the counselors meet with their juniors, one-on-one, for the Junior Interview. Each junior is taken through the entire college selection/application process: searching college websites, requesting letters of recommendation, choosing/writing college essays, etc. This year, we implemented an electronic process for requesting and sending transcripts. There has been a steady increase in the number of applications – approximately 950 applications were processed this past fall for a senior class of 239.

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Mr. Alan Barker at the CC Science Fair.

THEOLOGY DEPARTMENT The Theology Department continues to seek ways to reinforce that the Christian Service Project should be a natural response to the faith of our students, rather than merely performing good works for the well-being of the community.

Theology teacher, Robert Klesko, has created a Volunteer Corps drawing on his own service experience with the Order of St. Lazarus. The Order of St. Lazarus was an order of knights founded back in the 12th century whose primary task was to care for lepers in the Holy Land. The modern Order of St. Lazarus works on many charitable projects in Africa.

Mr. Klesko’s volunteer corps is bringing the service closer to home. The goal of the St. Lazarus Volunteer Corps is to bring the ethos of the Order of St. Lazarus into the service of our community at large. The goal is to integrate spiritual growth with service of neighbor. The Theology Department hopes that Christian Service will become a vehicle for holiness and personal growth.

Brian Chaney is our newest guidance counselor at Catholic Central. Brian graduated from Eastern Michigan University with a degree in Social Work.

He then graduated from Wayne State University in 2000 with a Masters in Social Work. Before coming to CC, Brian worked in public and charter schools, most recently serving as a social worker in the Pontiac Public School System. He is also a former All-State football player and coach at CC. Brian and his wife, Phillina, have two children, Stone and River.

Anthony Cornish – Latin Teacher Anthony is a University of Michigan graduate where he received his BA in Latin and Classical Archaeology. He is currently working on his Masters degree in the same field. Before coming to CC he worked at Divine Child in Dearborn and at Greenhills in Ann Arbor. Anthony is in charge of the Latin Club and has been contributing his knowledge to the chess club.

Latin is his passion, and Catholic Central has turned out to be a perfect fit for him.

He has been married for seven years and has one two-and-a-half year old son named Elijah. He and his wife are expecting twins in March. Anthony looks forward to hearing from alumni about their experiences with the previous legendary Latin teachers.

Mike Gustad – Math Teacher Mike Gustad is our newest math teacher at Catholic Central. He is currently teaching geometry and trigonometry. He is also a coach of the Freshman Football Team. He graduated from Manistee High School and spent four seasons at Michigan Technological University where he also played football. Mike then transferred to Michigan State University where he obtained a degree in Financial Administration. After working in corporate accounting for about ten years, Mike finally decided to pursue his passion to teach. He completed the requirements for a teaching

certificate at Grand Valley State University and became a certified high school math teacher in May 2003. Mike has taught in the Grand Rapids Public School and Wyoming Public School districts. Mike also coached football, basketball and baseball at St. John Vianney while working in the Grand Rapids area. In 2009, Mike completed his Masters in secondary education at Grand Valley State University.

Mike and his wife, Lisa, have three wonderful children. His two sons, Collin and Corey, are very active in school and athletics.

His daughter, Haley, is very active in dance.

Mike really enjoys teaching, coaching, golfing, and camping with his family and friends. He feels very blessed to be working at CC. Jason Jackett ’99 – Theology Teacher Jason Jackett is our newest Theology teacher at CC, teaching Church History and Social Justice. After graduating from Catholic Central in 1999, Jason attended Franciscan University of Steubenville in Ohio where he studied Mathematics, Theology, and Philosophy.

Upon graduation with a Bachelor of Science in 2003, he felt called to give back to society in thanksgiving for the great education he had been blessed with in high school, college, and even before; so Jason spent two years in Belize, Central America, teaching high school mathematics and serving in the apostolic works of the missionary parish there. During his second year in Belize, Jason joined the religious community who staffed the mission. His formation with the Society of Our Lady of the Most Holy Trinity took him to Colorado, North Dakota, Texas, Indiana, and Rome over the past six years. After completing a Sacred Bachelor in Theology this past June at the Angelicum in Rome, Jason felt God calling him back to Detroit to live and work. Once arriving home, it was obvious that God was inviting him to come back to his Alma Mater when a position opened up in the Theology Department at Catholic Central. He finds it a joy and an honor to be back in the school to which he owes so much for his formation,

and to have the opportunity to help form the students of today.

Erin Sharkey – Math Teacher Erin Sharkey is one of our new math teachers. She is currently teaching Algebra 2 to the juniors. Erin was born in Thousand Oaks, California and moved to Glasgow, Montana when she was seven years old. After high school, she received an appointment to the US Military Academy at West Point.

After being commissioned as a second lieutenant, Erin spent five years in the Army as a transportation officer reaching the rank of captain. Her primary duty station was at Fort Lewis, Washington. Erin met her husband, Christopher (son of Janice Sharkey), while in the Army and they moved to Cincinnati, Ohio when they left the service. In Cincinnati, Erin and Christopher started their family and she taught math at a co-ed Catholic high school in Cincinnati for five years. This past summer, Erin moved to Michigan and accepted the position at CC. Jim Walrad – English Teacher Jim Walrad is a new teacher in the English Department at Catholic Central. Jim is from Allen Park and graduated from Cabrini High School in 2004.

He then graduated from the University of Michigan-Dearborn in 2008. Jim is also an assistant coach of the JV football team and will be the new head coach of the freshman baseball team in the spring.

Dan Waterstradt ’04 – Director of Admissions and Public Relations Dan is the brand new Director of Admissions and Public Relations.

He returns to CC after playing a couple years of professional basketball in Europe. Dan was an All-State basketball player at while at CC and went on to play four years of Division 1 college basketball at Rutgers University and Oakland University. Dan has two brothers who also graduated from Catholic Central: Jason ’00 and Brandon ’09.

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BREAK Basketball ~ All-Catholic Kyle Cooper ’12

Keeping Up with Catholic Central Athletes

Basketball

Hockey

Swimming & Diving

The Varsity Basketball Team finished the season with an overall record of 16-9, losing 49-48 in the Regional Final to Orchard Lake St. Mary’s. Coach Bill Dyer had a dynamic team led by seniors Charlie Horka ’11, Shea Kettner ’11, Mike Tibbits ’11 and Above: Shea Kettner ‘11 against Brandon Tammaro ’11.

O.L. St. Mary’s.

The team had many exciting victories this season, most notably defeating Orchard Lake St. Mary’s 55-54 on a half-court buzzer beater by Shea Kettner, winning the District Championship over Canton, upsetting top-ranked Ann Arbor Huron in the regional semifinal , and defeating Brother Rice three times.

The Varsity Hockey Team finished the season with an overall record of 16-8-1-1. They ended their season in the second round of the playoffs to local rival, Novi. This year’s team was young and full of great talent. There was a lot of excitement throughout the season as the Shamrock Icers scored 95 goals. They are coached by Todd Johnson ’87.

The Swimming & Diving Team completed their season by sending nine swimmers to the Individual State Meet at Oakland University. Coach Shannon Dunworth is continuing to build the Shamrock program back to a state contender. The Team once again finished second in the Catholic Above: Joe Brinkman ’11 League. They also swan to a tenth place finish at the Oakland County Tournament, sixth place at the Warrior Relays and second at the Schack

Congratulations to the Freshman Basketball Team on winning the both the Central Division and CHSL Tournament championships.

They are coached by Anthony Pulcini and Jason Jackett ’99.

Bowling The Varsity Bowling Team finished the season in the semifinal round of the state finals. The team lost to the eventual state runner-up, Westland John Glenn. The team was led by Head Coach Al Bridges ’71 and captains by Scott Kujawa ’11 and Thomas Zahari ’11. They won the division championship and finished second in the CHSL. After placing third in the MHSAA Regional, the team qualified for the state finals once again. Also, Matt Nugent ’11, Tom Zahari ’11 and Eric Pavlov ’12 qualified for the individual state finals. Matt Nugent advanced to the Round of 16, while Eric Pavlov lost in the quarterfinals.

2011 Varsity Bowling Team. L-R: Kenny O’Connor ’12, Eric Pavlov ’12, Scott Kujawa ’11, Matt Nugent ’11, Tom Zahari ’11, Jeff Conflitti ’12, Josh Morin ’11.

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Left: Mitchell Gatt ‘11 against Cranbrook.

Invitational.

Ski The Varsity Ski Team finished the season by qualifying for their fourth consecutive trip to the state finals and finished 7th in the State. Coach Tom Gable’s team was young, but experienced, and was led by lone senior captain James Herzog ’11. They won the Catholic League Championship and finished 2nd in the Regional. This season certainly proves the Shamrocks are going nowhere and will compete hard next year to move up the standings all the way to the top of the state.

Right: Jim Herzog ‘11 Below: State Champion Damon Rottermond ‘12 Below right: Tom Gable, who was named CHSL & Regional Coach of the Year.

Above: Logan Marcicki ‘14

Led by captains Miles Trealout ’11 and Andy Erickson ’11, the Shamrocks have been ranked as high as 35th in the nation. 13 Wrestlers qualified for Above: Alec Mooradian ‘12 the Individual State Finals at the Palace of Auburn Hills. Eight came away earning All-State honors.

Congratulations to the three men who won individual State Championships: Ken Bade ’13, Logan Marcicki ’14 and Alec Mooradian ’12.

Also, the B-Team finished the season with a 26-6 record and won both the CHSL dual meet and tournament championships. The team is led by Coach Kevin Griffin ’96.

Bowling ~ Perfect 300 Game Eric Pavlov ’12 Bowling ~ All-Conference Jeff Conflitti ’12 Scott Kujawa ’11 Eric Pavlov Tom Zahari ’11 Bowling ~ All-Catholic Scott Kujawa Eric Pavlov Bowling ~ Academic All-Catholic Tom Zahari

Wrestling The Varsity Wrestling Team finished the season as State Runner-up, losing to Oxford 26-25 in the Team State Finals. Coach Mitch Hancock ’00 led the Shamrock Grapplers to a 23-3 dual meet record this season. Furthermore, they won every regular season tournament they entered except one.

Basketball ~ All-League Matt Doneth ’12 Shea Kettner ’11

Wrestling ~ All-State Malick Amine ’14 – 5th Place Nick Mason ’12 – 5th Place Andrew Garcia ’14 – 2nd Place Kevin Beazley ’12 – 2nd Place Miles Trealout ’11 – 2nd Place Ken Bade ’13 - State Champions Logan Marcicki ’14 - State Champions Alec Mooradian ’12 - State Champions Skiing ~ All-State Damon Rottermond ’12 – 1st Team Ian Pierce ’12 – 2nd Team Jim Herzog ’11 – Honorable Mention Skiing ~ All-Catholic & All-Region Jim Herzog Ian Pierce Damon Rottermond

Above: Ken Bade ‘13

Skiing ~ Individual Giant Slalom State Champion Damon Rottermond

Profile | Tennis - Joe Dubé Joe Dubé ’11 recently earned SEMTA’s (Southeast Michigan District of the U.S. Tennis Association) Hoxie Award given to the top junior male player in Southeast Michigan. Joe was recognized for his achievements both on and off the court. Dubé, who posted a career record of 131-8 with the Shamrock Varsity Tennis Team, was the MHSAA Division 1 No.2 Singles Champion as a freshman and was runner-up at No.1 singles his sophomore, junior and senior years. Joe was also a captain on the 2010 State Champion Tennis Team. In U.S. Tennis Association play, Dubé was the Boys 16 SEMTA Junior Qualifier champion in 2008 and 2009 and was ranked No.1 in Southeast Michigan and No.4 in the Midwest. Joe carries a 3.99 G.P.A. and is a member of the Gabriel Richard Club. His community service includes volunteer work at the Marycrest Manor, St. Genevieve Parish and the Livonia Family YMCA. He will continue his tennis career on a scholarship to Marist College in Poughkeepsie, New York.

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Supporting our Young Athletes

Varsity Lacrosse Thur/March 24 Sat/March 26 Mon/March 28 Thur/March 31 Sat/April 2 Sat/April 9 Sun/April 10

Holt Home East Grand Rapids Away Troy Athens Away Northville Home Western Reserve Academy (OH) Away Culver Military Academy (IN) Away St. Joseph’s High School (IN) Away Univ. of Notre Dame-Arlotta Stadium

7:00pm 4:00pm 7:00pm 7:00pm 2:00pm 5:00pm 3:00pm

Varsity Baseball Fri/March 25 Mon/March 28 Wed/Mar 30 Sat/Apr 2 Wed/Apr 6 Thu/Apr 7 Sat/Apr 9 Wed/Apr 13 Thur/Apr 14 Fri/Apr 15 Sat/Apr 16 Tue/Apr 19 Mon/Apr 25

Walled Lake Western Detroit Western DeLaSalle Divine Child O.L. St. Mary’s Livonia Stevenson U of D Brother Rice Fenton Edsel Ford DeLaSalle Divine Child University Liggett

Home Home Away Home Away Away Home Away Home Home Home Away Away

DH S DH DH DH S DH DH S S DH DH DH

4:00pm 4:30pm 4:00pm 11:00am 4:00pm 4:30pm 2:00pm 4:00pm 4:30pm 4:30pm 11:00am 4:00pm 4:00pm

Varsity Golf Thur/April 14 Sat/April 16 Sun/April 17 Mon/April 18 Mon/April 18 Mon/April 25 Thur/April 28 Sat/April 30 Mon/May 2 Mon/May 2 Wed/May 4 Thur/May 5

DeLaSalle - Cattails 3:30pm U of D Shootout - Fox Hills 12:00pm Milliken Millwork Invitational - Indianwood 12:00pm Milliken Millwork Invitational - Indianwood 10:00am Huron Valley Invitational - Prestwick 12:30pm The Country Club Classic - Oakland Hills (North) 12:00pm Brother Rice - Cattails 3:30pm Pinckney’s Golf Invitational - Rush Lake Hills 9:00am Seaholm Invite - Orchard Lake Country Club 12:15pm Notre Dame Prep - TBA 3:30pm U of D - Detroit Golf Club 4:00pm Divine Child - TBA 3:30pm

Varsity Track & Field Sat/March 26 54th Kermit N. Ambrose Huron Relays (i) - EMU 11:00am Wed/March 30 Ypsilanti HS Indoor Invitational (i) - EMU 5:00pm Fri/April 8 Dakota 9th/10th Grade Invite - Away 12:00pm Sat/April 9 AA Pioneer Indoor Invitational (i) - EMU 10:00am Mon/April 11 Brother Rice - Catholic Central HS 4:00pm Sat/April 16 Dearborn Elks Relays - Dearborn HS 11:00am Mon/April 18 U of D - U of D Jesuit HS 4:00pm Sat/April 23 Inter-Squad 12&10 vs 11&9 - Catholic Central HS 9:00am Fri/April 29 Jackson HS Invitational - Jackson HS 3:00pm Tues/May 3 Divine Child - Divine Child HS 4:00pm Fri/May 6 Harrison 9th/10th Grade Relays - Harrison HS 4:00pm

Tues/April 12 Sat/April 16 Tues/April 19 Tues/April 26 Sat/April 30 Tues/May 3 Sat/May 7 Tues/May 10 Sat/May 14

O.L. St. Mary’s Brighton DeLaSalle U of D Forest Hills Central Brother Rice Toledo St. John’s CHSL Semi-Final CHSL Championship

Wed/Apr 27 Bishop Foley Sat/Apr 30 O.L. St. Mary’s Wed/May 4 U of D Thur/May 5 Walled Lake Central Sat/May 7 Brother Rice May 10-13 CHSL Quarter-Finals Sat/May 14 CHSL Semi-Finals May 19 or 20 CHSL Final May 31, June 3-4 State District Sat/June 11 State Regional Tues/June 14 State Quarterfinal Fri/June 17 State Semi-Final Sat/June 18 State Final

Away 7:00pm Away 1:00pm Home 7:00pm Home 7:00pm Home 6:00pm Away 6:00pm Away TBA TBA TBA Notre Dame Prep TBA

Away DH 4:00pm Home DH 11:00am Away DH 4:00pm Away S 4:00pm Home DH 11:00am TBA Madonna University Comerica Park

Battle Creek Battle Creek

Mon/May 9 Cranbrook - TBA Mon/May 9 Lutheran North - Cattails Fri/May 13 Bob Urschalitz Memorial Invite - Cascades Golf Course Fri/May 13 Detroit Golf Club Invitational - Detroit Golf Club Fri/May 13 O.L. St. Mary’s - Cattails Tues/May 17 Catholic League Championship - U of M Wed/May 18 Oakland County Tournament - Pontiac Country Club Mon/May 23 Grosse Ile Invitational - West Shore Country Club Mon/May 23 Forest Hills Invitational - Egypt Valley Country Club Wed/May 25 Chelsea Invitational - Reddeman Farms June 2, 3, or 4 State District Thur/June 9 State Regional - Lyon Oaks June 17, 18 State Final

Sat/May 7 Mon/May 9 Sat/May 14 Mon/May 16 Fri/May 20 Sun/May 22 Tues/May 24 Fri/May 27 Sat/May 28 Tues/May 31 Sat/June 4

S P O R T S S C H E D U L E • S P R I N G 2 011

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Observerland Relays - Canton HS 3:00pm DeLaSalle - Lutheran North 5:00pm AA Huron Last Chance Invitational - AA Huron HS 10:00am O.L. St. Mary’s - Catholic Central HS 4:00pm State Regional Championship - Milford HS 2:00pm Shamrock Freshmen Invitational - Catholic Central HS 10:00am CHSL Championship - Ladywood HS 2:00pm Oakland County Championship - Milford HS 3:00pm Oakland Country Freshmen Championship - Milford HS 10:00am Kermit Ambrose Relays - Farmington HS 4:30pm State Final Championship - Rockford HS 10:00am

Note: Home games are shown in bold. Schedules are correct as of March 15, 2011, and are subject to change.

For updated information, please consult our website (www.catholiccentral.net) or call the Athletics Office hotline at 248-596-3830 (Press “1”).

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3:30pm 3:30pm 9:30am 9:00am 3:30pm TBA 9:00am 8:00am 8:30am 8:30am

Detroit Catholic Central High School The Aluminator 27225 Wixom Road Novi, MI 48374

Don’t Miss the 31st Annual Athletic Department Golf Outing!

Monday, May 2, 2011 Walnut Creek Country Club 5-Man Scramble Shotgun Start: 12:30 p.m.

For more information: (248) 596-3829 www.catholiccentral.net