Ramble 2024 Program Book

A Benefit Supporting Loyola Academy’s Tuition Assistance Program

Dear Friends of Loyola Academy,

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Welcome to The Grace of Giving, Loyola’s 54th annual Ramble.

Going the extra mile from less than a mile away.

For more than half a century, the Ramble has celebrated Loyola Academy’s extraordinary mission, which unites us in faith and fellowship. And, throughout its storied history, the Ramble has remained the single largest fundraising benefit in support of Jesuit education at Loyola.

We gather tonight to celebrate success and provide for the future. With your help, we hope to raise more than $1.4M for Loyola’s Tuition Assistance Program which benefits over 600 Ramblers annually. Our efforts this evening will make the dreams of many young women and men come true.

The Ramble is an extraordinary effort. For their dedication and hard work over many months, my sincerest thanks to our 2023 Ramble Leadership Committee: Diana Barr, Lori and Robert Benvenuto, Lori and George Chiampas ‘89, Dody and Peter Hickey, Monica and Nick Robertson, and Karen Stroble and Chris Irwin. I am grateful for the many volunteers who have shared their time and talents so generously and our special events staff who have poured over every detail to make this night come together in such a special way.

WE’RE PR OUD TO SPONSOR

LOYOLA ACADEMY

And, finally, to our guests: whether this is your first Ramble or one of many over the years, I welcome you warmly. On behalf of the students, faculty, and staff of Loyola, I thank you all for your spirited participation. How blessed we are to be here tonight—together—celebrating the

Table of Contents

Letter from the President

Schedule of Events

Bidding Instructions

Featured Alum: Paolo Tiongson ‘17

Tuition Assistance & Guardian Angel Information

Ramble 2024 Volunteer Committee

Corporate Sponsors & Individual Underwriters

Live Auction

School & Parish Ads

Team Ads

Business Advertisers

We’re proud to support the Ramble and Loyola Academy’s Tuition Assistance Program.

Thanks for transforming lives!

March 9, 2024

Dear Friends of Loyola Academy,

Welcome to Inspire Excellence, Transform Lives, Loyola’s 55th annual Ramble.

For more than half a century, the Ramble has celebrated Loyola Academy’s extraordinary mission, uniting us in faith and fellowship. And, throughout its storied history, the Ramble has remained the single largest fundraising event in support of Jesuit education at Loyola.

Your presence tonight supports a beloved tradition in our school community. The Ramble has been reimagined many times over the years. Different eras have witnessed different styles, including black-tie dinner dances and less formal cocktail parties. Our auction has been presented in live, silent, online, and virtual formats. It’s fun to reminisce on the evolution of Ramble, but there’s an even deeper sense of joy in remembering that one thing has remained consistent all this time: the goal of transforming the lives of our students.

We gather tonight to celebrate our past and provide for the future. With your help, we hope to raise more than $1.4M for Loyola’s Tuition Assistance Program, which benefits over 600 Ramblers annually. Your generosity this evening will make possible the dreams and aspirations of many young women and men.

Thank you!

The Ramble is an extraordinary effort. For their dedication and hard work over many months, my sincerest thanks to our 2024 Ramble Chair Couples: Kristy and David Burden ‘88, P ‘24, ‘26; Nicole and Stephen Harris P ‘26; and Anne and Kelly Ryan P ‘26. I am also grateful for the many volunteers who have shared their time and talents so generously and our advancement staff members who have poured over every detail to make this night come together in such a special way.

And, finally, to our guests: whether this is your first Ramble or one of many over the years, I welcome you warmly. On behalf of the students, faculty, and staff of Loyola, I thank you all for your spirited participation. How blessed we are to be here tonight—together—celebrating the mission and vision of Loyola Academy.

Ad majorem Dei gloriam!

Gratefully,

Rev. Gregory J. Ostdiek, SJ

Monday, March 4 at 12:00 p.m. through Saturday, March 9 at 10:30 p.m.

Silent and Exclusive Auction

Featuring college gift baskets, unique travel, and more.

Saturday, March 9

Loyola Academy’s West Gym

Evening’s Schedule

5:30 p.m. Mass in Chapel with Rev. Gregory J. Ostdiek, SJ

6:00 p.m. Reception and Silent Auction

7:00 p.m. Seated Dinner and Live Show & Auction

9:45 p.m. Dancing and Music with Mike & Joe 10:30 p.m. Silent Auction Closes 11:00 p.m. Bar Service Ends

Proud Supporters of Loyola Academy and Ramble 2024

Strube and The Trott Family

RAMBLE Plinko!

After the live show, try your luck at our Plinko table for a chance to win amazing prizes!

Stay up to date with the Loyola Academy Ramble on social media

@LoyolaAcademyRamble

@loyolaacademyramble

TO VIEW AUCTION ITEMS AND TO BID

Bidding opens at 12:00 p.m. Monday, March 4, and will close at 10:30 p.m. on Saturday, March 9. Winning bidders will receive a text message notifying them of their winnings at 10:30 p.m. on Saturday, March 9.

Auction Item Pickup:

Night of Ramble: Winning bidders may pick up their physical item(s) at the table where the item was displayed OR

Day after Ramble: On Sunday, March 10 between 12:00 p.m. and 2:00 p.m. in the Main Lobby.

iBid Certificates: When there is no physical item, winning bidders will receive an iBid certificate accessed through text message. For example, winners of golf experiences will receive iBid certificates.

Physical Certificates: Physical certificates not picked up during the above times will be mailed to the winner’s address on file on Wednesday, March 13, 2024.

Items Not Picked Up: If you are unable to pick up your item(s) during the above times, please email rambleauction@loy.org to set up an alternate date. Auction winners must pick up their items at Loyola Academy, or must pay for all shipping costs. Loyola Academy cannot assume responsibility for any items not picked up by Friday, March 15, 2024.

For a full list of auction rules, please visit ibid.org/v/Ramble2024

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PAOLO TIONGSON ‘17

Paolo Tiongson graduated from Loyola Academy in 2017. He was an O’Shaughnessy Scholar and a four-year letter winner for the Boy’s Cross Country and Track & Field teams, serving as captain for both during his senior year. He left his footprint by qualifying for State in 2013, 2014 and 2016, and was a four-time conference champion as a Rambler. During his senior campaign, he earned all-state accolades in cross country with a 14th-place finish.

He continued competing as a member of the Marquette University Track & Field team while earning his Bachelor’s Degree in Economics with a minor in Marketing in 2021. Paolo currently lives in Chicago and works as an Account Executive at Firm360, a project management company designed for accountants.

In looking back on his Loyola Academy experience, Paolo spoke highly about his time both on and off the track. Paolo recognized that it was an economics class at Loyola that led to his interest in studying business at Marquette, which steered him on his current career path.

Outside of school and work, Paolo’s passion for running has driven him as a leader in the Chicago community. Paolo has volunteered as an assistant cross country and track coach at a Chicago high school. He also coached for Chicago Youth United Performance (CYUP), a winter training program designed to get Chicagoland high school athletes in shape for the track and field season.

Paolo is a first-gen student who is very grateful for the opportunity to attend Loyola because of the school’s Tuition Assistance Program. His one piece of advice to Rambler students is to make the most out of their experience and to prioritize balance–you’re only a Rambler student once!

THE GIFT OF JESUIT EDUCATION AT LOYOLA ACADEMY

For the past 54 years, the Ramble has been the single largest contributor to Loyola Academy’s Tuition Assistance Program. In the past five years, the Ramble has generated over $6 million thanks to the generosity of donors who believe in the transformative power of a Jesuit education.

CORE VALUES

90 zip codes represented by Loyola Academy students

600+ students receiving financial assistance annually

$9,000 average financial aid award for 2023-24

$5.8 million need based financial grants awarded in 2023-24

We believe that all qualified students should have the opportunity to attend Loyola Academy, regardless of their ability to pay.

We believe in creating a diverse community, a hub where students from different communities, socioeconomic levels, ethnicities, races and religions come together in our shared mission of creating a better world.

Our Jesuit, college preparatory education changes lives and opens doors.

BECOME A GUARDIAN ANGEL

Help transform the lives of our students during our paddle raise. Please donate and become a guardian angel today.

$20,000 Tuition and Books for One Year

$10,000 Tuition and Books for Half a Year

$5,000 Tuition and Books for a Quarter of a Year

$1,000 iPad and Incidentals for One Year

All proceeds from the Ramble benefit Loyola Academy’s Tuition Assistance Program.

Thank You

We express our gratitude to the Ramble Chairs and Volunteers for their valuable guidance and talent. Their contributions play a pivotal role in ensuring that Loyola Academy’s annual Ramble remains one of the primary contributors to the Tuition Assistance Program.

Ramble 2024 Co-Chairs

Kristy and David Burden ‘88, P ‘24, ‘26

Nicole and Stephen Harris P ‘26

Anne and Kelly Ryan P ‘26

Ramble 2024 Volunteers

Sam Abassi

Johanna Abbasi

Lori Benvenuto

Corry Braasch

Patty Braasch

Stephanie Cantrell

Erin Carbonara

Brittany Clark

Carolyn Collins

Laura Cowen

Jeanne Cushing

Cory Daverman

Tricia David

Chrissy Davis

Janet De La Fuente

Nancy Detlefsen LdM ‘93

Denise Ditka

Lars Djuvik

Abby Dunn

Denise Edwards

Matt Engels ‘85

Stacy Fitzgerald

LaShawn Freeman

Mira Gundlach

Nicole Hadju D’Onofrio

Hirut Hailu

Christine Hardin

Harmony Harrington

Dimi Hristova

Jonathan Jackson

Samar Jallo

Caroline Keating

Alissa King

Juliet Kracik

Joanna Krakora

Megan Leadbetter

Celeste Lewis

Andrea Macina

Jen Marino ‘97

Molly Maloney Inzitari

Tom McBreen ‘92

Kristin McDermott

Christine Melendes

Kelly Mulcahy-Libel

Lisa Mullen

Suzanne Nelson

Sarah O’Brien

Nicole Orlando

Meghan Payne

Susan Poulos

Jen Rauworth

Wendy Reitz

Isabel Revilla

Laura Reyes Brown

Kathy Ryan

Brittany Sagat

Amy Schaffer

Megan Slee

Kimberly Terzis

Mary Trehan

Suzy Trott

Kaitlyn Tu

Maureen Vance

Kim Vanecko

Mark Vanecko

Megan Waite

Wendy Wetoska

Kevin Willer ‘92

Victoria Willer

THE POWER OF OUR RAMBLER COMMUNITY

Parents and guardians are an integral part of the Loyola Academy community. There are many opportunities where we invite you to share your time and talents and get involved in the life of the school beyond your student's classroom. 2023-2024 RPO events include:

*Parent Welcome Mixer

*Grandparent Mass & Reception

*St. Nick’s Mass and Party

*Ignatian Discernment in the College Process

*Family Mass & Day of Service

*Mothers Connect and Celebrate

*D4: Daddy Daughter Dinner Dance (alternates annually with Mom Prom)

WE ARE GRATEFUL TO THE FOLLOWING SPONSORS FOR THEIR GENEROUS SUPPORT

*SPONSORS AND UNDERWRITERS LISTED AS OF FEB. 28, 2024

Ramblers United

@LoyolaAcademyRPO/ @ramblerparentorg

Individual Underwriters

Jane and Jim Lyman '79

William A. McIntosh ‘57

Anne and Kelly Ryan

Individual Underwriters

The Lister Family

The Perry Family Foundation

Laura and John Podjasek

St. Ignatius of Loyola

Individual Underwriters

Amy and John Gregorio

Maria and Reid Hill

Diana and John Podgorny

Brandi and Doug Sandner

Live Auction Packages and Featured Auction Categories

Congaree – Where World-Class Golf Meets Southern Charm and the Low Country

You and two friends will join Rambler parent Tom Danis P ’19, ’24 at the exclusive Congaree Golf Club in Ridgeland, South Carolina, for 24 hours of golf and hospitality. Upon arriving at the historic 3,200-acre 18th-century estate, your group will head out for your first round of golf. Afterward, the group will dine in The Lodge, voted one of the top 30 “Greatest Clubhouses in America” by Golf Digest. The four of you will rest well in one of the four-bedroom cottages adjacent to the course to get some Zzzs before rising in the morning to play another 18 holes.

At #42 of Golf Digest’s “100 Greatest”, this Tom Fazio-designed course was founded in 2017. Noted for playing firm and fast, the course was built in the spirit of the Heathland courses found in Great Britain and the sandbelt courses found in Australia, with elements of Royal Melbourne, Pinehurst No. 2, and Pine Valley. The relatively flat par-71 layout can stretch more than 7,700 yards and has shot values described as “unsurpassed” by former Masters and Open Championship winner Marc O’Meara.

With easy access from Savannah and Hilton Head, test your mettle at the future site of the 2025 Arnold Palmer Cup!

The winner is to contact the donor as soon as possible to identify agreed-upon 2024 dates. The buyer and two guests are responsible for their transportation expenses to and from Congaree Golf Course.

Generously donated by Ashley and Tom Danis P ’19, ‘24

Sunday Mass and Brunch at Canisius House with Rev. Gregory

J. Ostdiek, SJ

Your group of ten will enjoy an intimate Mass with Loyola Academy President Rev. Gregory J. Ostdiek, SJ, in the front garden of the Canisius House in Evanston — just steps away from the beautiful shores of Lake Michigan. Following Mass, indulge in a catered brunch using a $1,000 gift certificate donated by Quest Catering. Begin with a mimosa or Bloody Mary toast followed by a delicious buffet of eggs benedict, buttermilk french toast topped with seasonal berries, bourbon maple bacon, or other sumptuous selections of your choosing.

Canisius House, named for St. Peter Canisius, SJ, was built in the 1920s and designed in an Italianate style by architects Mayo & Mayo. The house was donated to the Society of Jesus and made into a Jesuit community in 1957. Bonus…for the more venturesome folk of your group, work on your backstroke before working up your appetite! Take a cold water plunge and embark on a ½ mile swim in Lake Michigan with avid swimmer Fr. Greg before the event.

Not available for Palm Sunday, Easter, or the Sunday after Thanksgiving.

Generously donated by Rev. Gregory J. Ostdiek, SJ, and Quest Food Management Services

Pucking Great Time

Chicago Blackhawks Package for 4

Bid now to win four 100-level tickets to a Chicago Blackhawks 2024–2025 regular season home game. While the action on the ice will be thrilling, ‘check’ out the rest of this package!

The pre-game excitement begins as you and your three teammates break the ice (and some bread). Join Blackhawks Chairman, CEO, and Rambler alumnus Danny Wirtz ’95 for dinner, along with another Blackhawks executive at United Center’s Quennie’s Supper Club, featuring familiar midwest hospitality & contemporary cuisine, with an emphasis on classic elements of fine dining. Fun fact: Quennie’s is named after Danny’s great-grandmother Virginia “Queenie” Wirtz.

Now, Danny is the fourth generation of the Wirtz family to own the Blackhawks, and he continues to provide strategic counsel in other family business ventures, including Wirtz Realty and Breakthru Beverage.

A lifelong fan of the game, Danny was the starting goaltender for the Loyola Academy varsity hockey team. In 1995, as a senior, he and his team won the state championship in what was the new United Center.

This past June, Danny was on the stage in Nashville when the Blackhawks selected 17-year-old phenom Connor Bedard first overall at the 2023 NHL Draft—arguably, the biggest draft pick in team history. As part of this package, you will go home with a signed Connor Bedard Blackhawk’s jersey.

What’s more? Leave the car at home! Enjoy your $400 Smart Cars certificate for easy drop-off and pickup.

Be sure you do your homework and come prepared to ask questions and talk about hockey!

Graciously donated by the Wirtz Corporation; and Karen & Mike Melbiger

Live Auction

Adventure Awaits at this Sundance Designer Mountain Home for 16

The mountains, the vistas, and the great outdoors! Plan your perfect 6-night, 7-day getaway for one or two families (group of 16) in this 4,000 sq. ft. designer-built home with breathtaking views of Mt. Timpanogos.

Pick your favorite time of year—the activities are endless no matter the season. In the winter, visit the exclusive Sundance Mountain Resort, located just minutes away, for skiing or snowboarding or hobnob with Hollywood royalty and attend a Sundance Film Festival screening. During the summer, trek the Timpooneke Trail, fly fish in the Provo River, or windsurf, boat, zip line, and swim at the Deer Creek Reservoir. Fall brings unparalleled hiking and hunting amid brilliant foliage. Many of these sports, along with others such as cycling, paragliding, and climbing, can be enjoyed during any season of the year. A $500 gift card is included to enjoy the activity of your choice.

If you prefer a snail’s pace, stroll along the beautiful tree-lined streets of downtown Provo filled with art galleries, bookstores, and antique shops.

Your home base is a beautiful 5-bedroom (including one bunk room for 6), 5-bath French Country home set in the mountains of Provo Canyon. You’ll enjoy a fully equipped gourmet kitchen with Viking appliances, two huge decks with awesome views, and an outdoor hot tub to soak those aching muscles after your daily outdoor adventures.

This package includes a $1,000 gift certificate for a private chef to come to you to prepare a meal of your choice and, best of all, to clean up!

Dates are to be mutually agreed upon through February 2025. Not available over President’s Day weekend and the Christmas holidays.

Generously donated by Sally and Tony McKerr ‘80

A Spot in the Lot

Why leave your fate to chance? Skip the student parking lottery, ditch the pickup and drop-off pandemonium, and flee the dreaded JUG or parking fines from the Village of Wilmette. Help your student driver arrive at school on time by securing a guaranteed 2024-2025 Loyola Academy parking permit today!

Generously donated by Loyola Academy

Golf Sand Valley’s The Lido & Relax in a 4-Bedroom Luxurious Private Home

You and 3 friends will play two rounds of golf at the Sand Valley Golf Resort located in central Wisconsin, a mere 3 ½ hours from Chicago. Sand Valley is one of the few golf resorts offering multiple top courses at the same destination and is ranked in the top 100 golf resorts in the world for 2024-25 by Golf Magazine. One round of golf will be played at The Lido (Golf.com’s Top 100 Courses in the World), developed by the same family behind Oregon’s Bandon Dunes. Golf Digest describes The Lido as the “…course most like St. Andrews – in the U.S. and perhaps the world.” The second round of golf will be your choice of one of Sand Valley’s four other courses: Sand Valley, Mammoth Dunes, the Sandbox, and, opening this year, Tom Doak’s Heathland-inspired Sedge Valley.

Accommodations for your 3-day, 2-night stay include four bedrooms with accompanying ensuites at a newly constructed private “cottage” situated on Sand Valley’s Sedge Lake. Built in 2023, the private residence includes two master king bedrooms on the first floor and two additional bedrooms upstairs, each with two queen beds and a twin. The main space includes a living room with a large flat-screen TV, a dining area, heated floors, and an oversized screened porch. Enjoy the evenings in front of the outdoor fire pit curled up in the Adirondack chairs.

As part of this golf getaway, the resort chef will come to the residence for one of the nights and prepare a gourmet dinner for you and your guests. For your other meals, take advantage of the house’s well-appointed kitchen or dine out in one of the resort’s many eateries.

Bring the whole family so that while you golf, they can enjoy one of the many activities – swimming, fishing, fat-tire biking, hiking, grass-court tennis, and bocce – at this world-class resort!

Caddies at guest’s discretion. Contact the donor as soon as possible to identify agreed-upon 2024 dates and to book golf. The Lido is a private course and is date-dependent / subject to availability.

Generously donated by the Carroll Family

CHRISTMAS EVE MASS IN YOUR HOME WITH REV. GREGORY J. OSTDIEK, SJ

Rejoice in the faith, family, and joy of the holy season with a private Mass in your home on Christmas Eve 2024, celebrated by Loyola Academy President Rev. Gregory J. Ostdiek, SJ. Capture the true meaning of Christmas by slowing down and simplifying your schedule this upcoming season. Invite friends and family to join in this memorable moment!

Generously donated by Rev. Gregory J. Ostdiek, SJ

5-Bedroom Luxury Mountain Getaway at the Montage Big Sky

Framed by Montana’s Spanish Peaks mountain range, the Montage Big Sky is the ultimate in mountain luxe. Though your pursuits may be rugged, you’ll be far from roughing it at this palatial property during your 5-day, 4-night stay in a Peak View 5-bedroom residence featuring a wellappointed kitchen, dining room, expansive living area, bunk room, and hot tub.

Blending the spirit of the Mountain West with the renowned hospitality of the Montage brand, this alpine retreat offers year-round outdoor activities with ski-in/ski-out access to Big Sky Resort’s more than 5,000 skiable acres, three world-class fly-fishing rivers, a private 18-hole golf course designed by Tom Weiskopf, and much more. If that’s not enough, you are only a 45-minute drive from Yellowstone National Park.

After a day in nature, a 10,000-square-foot Spa Montage provides the perfect place to relax with its alpine-inspired treatments, relaxation lounges, steam rooms, and heated plunge pools. Refuel at one of the property’s refined dining outlets that showcase the bounty and creativity of the surrounding land.

All incidentals and activities to be paid for by the winner. Availability will be based on mutually agreeable dates, with certain blackout dates. Maximum occupancy is 10 persons. There will be one year to book and complete your trip.

Generously donated by Cate & Brandon Cruz P

’27

Gemini Celebrates 15 Years: A Traveling Dinner Party Experience for 10

Playful and intellectually curious, Gemini’s are often buzzing between happy hours, dinner parties, and social outings. In 2024, the stars align for Ballyhoo Hospitality.

This dining experience starts at Sophia Steak in Wilmette with you and nine of your friends and family. Boarding a luxury party bus with Gemini’s signature cocktail, the Squirtsky, your night of exquisite food, drinks, and hospitality will begin as you make your way to our tenth and newest restaurant, Gemini Grill in River North.

Upon arrival, you and your guests will enjoy a four-course dinner with pairings you create with Founder & CEO Ryan O’Donnell ‘95. After the last savory course is cleared, you will return to the party bus for a trip to Lincoln Park, where it all began.

Gemini has been a beloved community favorite since 2009 and the perfect place to end your evening with sweets and after-dinner drinks. When you and your guests are ready to turn in, the bus will take you back to Sophia, where the night began.

Generously donated by Anna and Ryan O’Donnell ‘95, and Ballyhoo Hospitality

California’s Paso Robles Wine Experience for 4

Just up from the sun-soaked California coastline, nestled halfway between San Francisco and Los Angeles, lies Paso Robles, a land of rich heritage, rural beauty, and world-class wines. Your party of four is heading to the Golden State’s Central Coast where you will be treated to private tours and savor fine wine at four of the area’s top vineyards.

Your Paso Robles wine adventure begins at the Glunz Family Winery & Cellars, where you will be treated like family. Set on a picturesque 20acre landscape in the rolling hills, your group will partake in an exclusive tour and tasting guided by Steve ‘93 and Matt ‘95, the Glunz brothers and Rambler alumni.

From there, you will head to Eberle Winery, where you will enjoy a private VIP tasting and tour of their 16,000 square feet of underground caves.

Continue your adventure to DAOU Vineyards where you will experience the beauty of the Adelaida District and breathtaking views. Take a deep dive into the terroir on a vineyard tour followed by a barrel tasting of their most coveted wines in the historic Hoffman Mountain Ranch Winery. Their estate chef will create a remarkable lunch for you which will add to this completely unique experience.

Lastly, you will round out your journey at family-owned Vina Robles Vineyards and Winery, growers and vintners of award-winning wines, with a private VIP winery tour followed by a tasting and tapas. Consider returning at sunset for a concert in the Vina Robles Amphitheatre, an intimate 3,300-seat venue that draws artists from around the world.

Once you have built up an appetite, pull out your $500 gift card and head over to The Hatch, an intimate eatery renowned for its wood-fired rotisserie. “It’s all hail to the bird” as recognized by the Michelin Guide.

Included in this package is a $3,000 travel gift card and with no shortage of places to stay, you can opt for a luxury hotel or a cozy B&B.

Graciously donated by three generations of Glunz family alumni; and Daniela and Luke Fuller ‘87

Caribbean Living for 4 Couples In Private Villa

St. Maarten is a unique gem among picturesque Caribbean destinations: one wondrous island split between two separate countries. The Dutch and French have coexisted peacefully here since the Partition Treaty of 1648. (No wonder they call it the “Friendly Island!”) Easily pass between both sides to explore one of the most culturally diverse destinations in the world.

At this breathtaking Dutch-side villa, your party of eight will have plenty of room to spread out amongst the four spacious bedrooms with kingsize beds, ensuite bathrooms and amazing ocean views during your 7-night, 8-day stay.

Begin your day with a spectacular sunrise from the terrace, which offers panoramic views of the crystal blue water, or stroll down to the white sands of Dawn Beach and experience an amazing sunrise that earned the shoreline its name. Snorkeling anyone? Also known for its clear waters, Dawn Beach offers an underwater adventure where coral reefs are burgeoning with exotic fish and are within an easy swim from the shore. Looking for something poolside? Take a dip in the private pool overlooking Oyster Pond.

In the evening, dine on the terrace or simply kick-back. Take advantage of the softly lit terraces surrounded by magical views, gentle trade winds and swaying palm trees. Privacy and solitude await under the pergola enveloped with beautiful gardens and exotic flora. Catherine, the housekeeper, is a true treasure and will visit twice during your stay. Consider using the $500 gift card included and request that she prepares one of her (soon to be your) favorite local cuisine dinners.

Subject to availability now through December 15, 2024. Blackout dates include major holidays.

Generously donated by Friends of Loyola Academy

Featured Auction Category: Golf

Golf for 3 at Royal Poinciana (Naples, FL)

Golf for 3 at Bonita Bay Club (Naples/Bonita Springs, FL)

Golf for 4 at Forest Creek Golf Club (Pinehurst, NC)

Golf for 3 at Army Navy Country Club with Former Sec. of Army Ryan McCarthy ‘88 (Washington, DC)

Golf for 3 at Butler National Golf Club (Oak Brook, IL)

Golf for 3 at Merit Club (Libertyville, IL)

Golf for 3 at Shoreacres (Lake Bluff, IL)

Golf for 3 at Shoreacres (Lake Bluff, IL)

Golf for 3 at Old Elm Club (Highland Park, IL)

Golf for 3 at Exmoor Country Club (Highland Park, IL)

Golf for 3 at Skokie Country Club (Glencoe, IL)

Golf for 3 at Sunset Ridge Country Club (Northfield, IL)

Golf for 3 at Indian Hill Club (Winnetka, IL)

Golf for 3 at North Shore Country Club (Glenview, IL)

Golf for 3 at North Shore Country Club (Glenview, IL)

Golf for 3 at Glen View Club (Golf, IL)

Golf for 3 at Westmoreland Country Club (Wilmette, IL)

Golf for 3 at Lost Dunes Golf Club (Bridgman, MI)

Golf for 3 at Lake Geneva Country Club (Geneva, WI)

Golf for 3 at Goldeneye Club (Lake Geneva, WI)

Golf for 3 at Big Foot Country Club (Fontana-On-Geneva Lake, WI)

Featured Auction Sigh Up Parties

Loyola Dads’ March Madness Party

Saturday, March 23

50 guests

Rambler Paddle Party For Parents

Friday, April 12, 2024

70 guests

Derby Watch Party

Saturday, May 4

100 guests

Shred 415 Mother’s Day Sign-up Party

Sunday, May 12

30 guests

Featured Auction Sigh Up Parties

Class of 2027

Freshman Mom’s Night Out Summer Soiree!

Thursday, May 16

100 guests

Class of 2024

Senior Families

Cub Outing

Thursday, May 22

480 guests

Exclusive Evening of Literature and Dining with Rev. Gregory J. Ostdiek, SJ

Date TBD

15 guests

Sol and Luna Relax and Recharge Party

Sunday, May 5

20 guests

Featured Auction Package

WITH LOYOLA ACADEMY’S PRESIDENT

REV. GREGORY J. OSTDIEK, SJ

7 DAY IGNATIAN JOURNEY IN SPAIN

Eighteen couples will join Loyola Academy President Rev. Gregory J. Ostdiek, SJ, and former President and current Board Member Rev. Theodore G. Munz, SJ, in June 2025 on the Spanish pilgrimage of Saint Ignatius of Loyola that weaves together historical, cultural, and religious sites, with time to explore and savor the landscape, customs, and food in this majestic country. You will travel to Bilbao and then to the towns of Oñati, Azpeitia, and Loyola where you will visit the Sanctuary and Basilica of Loyola and the birthplace of St. Ignatius.

Next, the group will explore San Sebastian and then head onto Pamplona, Montserrat and Manresa, a place of conversion for Ignatius. We’ll celebrate Mass and then spend the night in Barcelona. In Barcelona, we will tour the city and visit highlights like the Olympic Harbor, the Ramblas, Sagrada Familia, and the Paseo de Gracia, followed by an opportunity to explore the city on your own prior to a farewell dinner in Barcelona. This is sure to be an inspiring experience of a lifetime!

The tour begins in Bilbao on Sunday, June 8, 2025, and concludes in Barcelona on Saturday, June 14, 2025.

The cost of the trip is $13,400 per couple with $4,000 of that cost going directly to Loyola Academy as a donation. An individual option is available for $7,650 with $2,000 of that cost as a donation. The package includes sightseeing, a professional tour manager in Spain, biblical and historical experiences, and top-level hotels throughout the trip. You will travel by private air-conditioned motor coach, and all admissions are included where applicable. Please note that this package does not include roundtrip airfare.

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Loyola Academy Thespian Society presents:

CHILDREN EDEN OF

music and lyrics by Stephen Schwartz book by John Caird

2023 STATE CHAMPIONS VARSITY FOOTBALL SUPPORTS RAMBLE 2024

Leemputte Family Theater

March 22 and March 23 at 7:00pm

March 24 at 2:00pm

Student/Senior: $5.00

Adults: $12.00

SUPPORTS

GIRLS VARSITY TENNIS

RAMBLE 2024

GIRLS FRESHMEN/SOPHOMORE TENNIS

SUPPORTS RAMBLE 2024

BOYS BASKETBALL SUPPORTS RAMBLE 2024

Loyola Academy Rowing Association

The Loyola Academy Rowing Association is proud to support the Ramble. Our teams boast over 100 student athletes who are dedicated to being women and men for others. This year, the Men's Varsity 8+ won 3rd place at the Scholastic National Rowing Championships in Oak Ridge, Tennessee, and their coach, Brian Martin, was named the Midwest Scholastic Rowing Coach of the Year.

Congratulations to all our athletes and coaches!

GIRLS VARSITY VOLLEYBALL SUPPORTS RAMBLE 2024

GIRLS FRESHMEN A VOLLEYBALL SUPPORTS RAMBLE 2024

BOYS JUNIOR VARSITY GOLF SUPPORTS RAMBLE 2024

BOYS VARSITY GOLF SUPPORTS RAMBLE 2024

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LAHC is proud to support Ramble 2024!

Congratulations and best of luck to our 2024 LAHC Seniors!

Tradition Never Graduates

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Congratulations, Saints JFX 8th Grade Class of 2020!

We wish you a jam-packed Senior Prom, a crowded graduation ceremony, and prolific, in-person

Senior year memories made with a general disregard for social distancing.

Saints JFX School

Go Ramblers!

Congratulations to all graduating Loyola seniors. Good luck in your future endeavors.

Welcome to all incoming Freshman Ramblers.

May God bless the students, families, faculty, and sta of Loyola Academy.

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The Families of ST. MARY of the WOODS

congratulate their SENIOR RAMBLERS!

SMOW Class of 2020 & Loyola Academy Class of 2024

Fraterrigo,

Kerrigan, Samantha Fraterrigo, Eva Murray, and Cecelia Litgen. Not Pictured: Tia Boyle, Erin McCarthy & Kate Williams.

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Forth and Set the World on Fire!

Back Row: Nick Cantrell, Dominic Anello, Tess Naselli, Nora Clifford, Madeline Thomas, Ellie Murphy, Olivia Maksud, Bridget Kerrigan, Reilly Garrity, Ann Walsh, Sophie Wilhelm, Grace Kelly ; Middle Row: Calen Corbett, Mary Clare Brady, Olivia Blazejowski, Olivia Doyle; Front Row: John Walsh, Braden Gibbons, Matthew Markiewicz, Colton Bendery, Ryan Garofoli, John Vance, Mia

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ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS

Ramble 2024 would not be possible without the efforts of the Loyola Academy Advancement Department.

Peggy Cook, Vice President of Institutional Advancement

Terri Bielinski, Special Events Associate

Kristin Ciarrachi, Raiser’s Edge Data Specialist

Katherine Cressy, Assistant Communications Manager

Lynn Egan, Director of Communications and Content Management

Terri Guercio, Prospect Researcher

Martin Jennings ‘98, Development Chief of Staff

Michael P. Kelley ‘94, Major Gifts Officer

Les Seitzinger ‘88, Director of Development and Major Gifts

Ashley Sanks ‘10, Director of Alumni Relations

Bridget Snyders, Major Gifts Officer & Director of Planned Giving

Clarice Swanson ‘14, Special Events Coordinator

Tammy Tsakalios, Gift Processing Coordinator

Shelby Walchuk ‘05, Associate Director of Communications

Mark D. Warner, Associate Director for Information Strategy

Briana Wells, Director of Special and Philanthropic Events

And special thanks to the many staff and faculty members at Loyola Academy for helping to inspire excellence and transform lives with the production of this year’s Ramble. We could not have done it without the support of the Loyola community!

Thank you to our Piano Trio, Cheer Team, Torch, Insignis, and Thespians for sharing your talents at tonight’s event!

EXECUTIVE LEADERSHIP TEAM

Rev. Gregory J. Ostdiek, SJ President

Genevieve Atwood

Vice President for Athletics and Fitness

Nick Bridich Director of Admissions

Peggy Cook

Vice President of Institutional Advancement

Tim Devine ‘88 Principal

Alice Kearney ‘98 VP of Mission, Ministry, and Identity

Daniel Peterson ‘79 Vice President of Finance & Operations CFO/COO

Menu

Winter Chopped Salad

Baby Iceberg, Fourme d’Ambert, Bacon Lardons, Scallions, Cherry Tomato, Winter Radish, Butternut Squash, Herbed Buttermilk Dressing (Nut Free, Gluten Free)

Roasted Butternut Squash Soup

Pomegranate Molasses, Crispy Sage (Nut Free, Gluten Free)

Assorted Housemade Breads

Herbed Focaccia, Olive Baguette accompanied by Whipped Butter, Smoked Sea Salt & Thyme

Pan-Roasted Hanger Steak

Potato Purée, Cipollini Onion, Roasted Parsnip, Winter Squash, Port Wine Reduction (Nut Free, Gluten Free)

Wood Grilled Maitake Mushrooms

Sunchoke Purée, Roasted Fingerlings, Caramelized Broccoli, Pearl Onions, Baby Carrots, Balsamic Glaze (Vegan, Gluten Free, Dairy Free, Nut Free)

Alternating Mousse Cake

Chocolate Mousse Cake, Whipped Cream, Fresh Berries & Mint

Yogurt Mousse Cake, Chocolate Whipped Cream,

Vegan and Gluten Free Option Available Upon Request

Catering provided by Paramount Catering