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Ulis ’14 Assists University of Kentucky in a Perfect Regular Season The University of Kentucky has a well-known history of success when it comes to basketball. A long list of names that represent Kentucky now play professionally in the NBA, and the Wildcats bolster a number of legendary coaches that have guided them to eight National Championships. This year has proven to be historic for the Wildcats, finishing the regular season with a mark of 31-0 and being crowned champions of the SEC. This task of going undefeated in a regular season has never before been accomplished by a Kentucky Basketball program.

Aiding in the success of this remarkable season has been first-year point guard and 2014 Marian Catholic graduate, Tyler Ulis. Averaging 24 minutes per contest, Tyler has made an immediate impact with his court awareness and astonishing skills.

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I’ve been trying to prove myself all my life,” states Ulis.

“It’s always been there. I’m usually the smallest guy on my team so I’m always the point guard. But I’ve always thought I can do this.”

Tyler has shown his leadership by leading the Wildcats in assists with nearly four per game and also contributing roughly five points and a steal per game. He has shown those around the country that he can play the game with the best of them. Through his consistent grind, daily competiveness, and drive to improve every time he

Above: Freshman guard Tyler Ulis ’14, has made an immediate impact while leading the Wildcats in assists with 3.8 per game.

Left: Tyler Ulis’14 celebrates with his Kentucky teammates after completing a perfect 31-0 regular season.

steps on the court, Ulis has demonstrated the type of player he is and the progress he will continue to make.

While at Marian Catholic, Tyler guided his team to over 85 wins, won consecutive Sectional Championships, participated as a McDonald’s All-American, and broke records for most points (2,335) and assists (578) throughout the history of Marian Catholic Men’s Basketball. “I was under the radar for a while, but my junior summer is when I really got recognized,” said Ulis.

Tyler and the Wildcats look to finish off their season in a celebratory fashion as they enter the NCAA tournament as the number one overall seed.

2015 HALL OF FAME AWARDS The Marian Catholic High School Community celebrated the achievements of five remarkable Hall of Fame Awardees on Thursday, February 5, 2015 at Olympia Fields Country Club. The Normandy Room at Olympia Fields Country Club was filled with over 230 Hall of Fame guests. The evening consisted of entertainment by the Marian Catholic Band during cocktail hour, heart-filled words from the five new Hall of Fame inductees, and reconnecting with friends and companions. The 2015 Marian Catholic High School Hall of Fame Awards include: (Front row) Fine Arts Achievement, Charles Misovye ’78; Athlete of the Year, Joseph Klupchak ’85; (Back row) Spirit of Marian, John F. Kozojed; Athlete of the Year, Mark Weishaar ’76; and Alumnus of the Year, Daniel P Mulhollan ’62.

COLLABORATIVE LEADERSHIP

Governance and Management at Marian Catholic High School MEMBER BOARD - GOVERNANCE

Member Board Sister Kathlyn Mulcahy, O.P., Sister Barbara Blesse, O.P., Sister Rebecca Ann Gemma, O.P., Sister Kathleen Cour, O.P., and Sister Kathleen Gallagher, O.P.

Preparing for a time when there might not be a Springfield Dominican in the higher levels of school management, the Leadership Team of the Dominicans Sisters of Springfield asked the President of each of its sponsored institutions to work with the Congregation to establish a Board of Directors that would replace the former Advisory Board. The transitional time began in 2009 and was completed in 2011 when the By-laws of a bi-cameral model of governance were approved. The Member Board, pictured at left, retains the powers of the election and re-election of Directors, appointment of the President, and approval of major legal transactions.

At the recent Collaboration Meeting, held on January 13, 2015, Sister Rebecca Ann Gemma, O.P. spoke of the spirit of shared leadership that exists between the Member Board and the Board of Directors. The Educational Mission of the Dominican Sisters at Marian Catholic is firmly grounded in Gospel values and enlivened with Catholic social teachings. This collaborative approach to leadership will strengthen the efforts of both governance and management.

Member Board, Board of Directors and Executive Council First Row: Vince Krydynski ’81, Sister Barbara Blesse, O.P., Sister Judine Hilbing, O.P., Dr. Michelle Feldner Lancaster ’77, CFO for Dominican Sisters Katherine Elsner, Sister Rebecca Ann Gemma, O.P., and Dr. Joseph Hamann ’79 Second Row: Jane Peabody, Brenda O’Shea, James Dee ’80, Holly Griffin, and Nancy Rita Kaz Third Row: John Stibich, Susan Przybylo, Sister Kathleen Gallagher, O.P. ’65, Sister Kathleen Cour, O.P., Steve Tortorello ’04, Jeffrey Johnson, and Karl Volkman ’78 Back Row: Dr. Steve Potts ’77, James Clarke, Michael Olszak, Patrick Healy ’79, Patrick Addyman, Deacon Edward Szymanski ’78, and Rickey Williams Not Pictured: Sister Kathlyn Mulcahy, O.P., Sister Dominica Brennan, O.P., Sister Megan Farrelly, O.P., and Donald Murday

GOVERNANCE AND MANAGEMENT IN COLLABORATION Shown above are those in attendance at the Collaboration Meeting. Each year the Member Board, the Board of Directors, and the Executive Council engage in conversation centered on Mission and Vision.

Directors of the Board are charged with establishing operational systems that foster good communication; enact just policies and procedures; provide appropriate facilities and equipment; ensure the viability of financial and human resources; and promote institutional advancement. In addition to an annual retreat, the Board of Directors meets four times each year and is organized into working committees that meet on a regular basis to accomplish its goals and objectives.

Executive Council President Sister Judine Hilbing, O.P., Vice President for Institutional Advancement Vince Krydynski ’81, Principal Steve Tortorello ’04, and Chief Financial Officer John Stibich

EXECUTIVE COUNCIL - MANAGEMENT The Executive Council provides local management for Marian Catholic High School.

Committed to shared decision making, this team meets weekly to ensure that school programs are well coordinated and fully supported.

The Executive Council is charged with fulfillment of the strategic plan and works together to advance the Mission of Marian Catholic High School.

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PHILANTHROPY

Christine Kowalsky Murphy ’70

Mike Murphy ’70 has plenty of fond memories of Marian Catholic High School – it is, after all, the place he met his late wife Christine Kowalsky Murphy ’70.

But one of the most vivid is the Blizzard of ’67, when he and a “couple hundred” other students, along with teachers and staff, were snowed in and forced to spend several nights at the school, “girls in the library and boys in the gym.”

“It was an adventure,” says Murphy, who spent two nights at Marian, stayed two nights with a friend who lived near the school, and on the fifth day trekked home to Park Forest. “I walked down Western Avenue and Route 30, and on both I was walking down the middle of the road because there was no traffic.”

It is memories such as these that spurred Murphy to create an endowed scholarship in his wife’s name when after a long battle she succumbed to multiple sclerosis in December, 2011. The Christine Murphy’70 Memorial Scholarship is designed to assist a student who is affected by long-term illness or disability.

“It could be the student or the family’s breadwinner,” Murphy says. “It could be MS or cancer or a number of different illnesses that can influence a family’s ability to allow their student to continue to go to or be able to go to Marian.”

The 2014-2015 school year was the first time the scholarship was presented, to a student who also suffers from multiple sclerosis.

Murphy, who met the student and her family and answered questions they had regarding the disease, says it was rewarding to see the scholarship was able to provide such a positive impact.

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“ EVERYTHING MARIAN DOES AS A SCHOOL, THEY DO WITH AN EYE TOWARD MAKING A CONTRIBUTION TO SOCIETY, AND I THINK THAT’S VERY IMPORTANT,” HE NOTES. “AS A RESULT, THERE IS A CERTAIN AMOUNT OF RESPECT, AND A WAY PEOPLE APPROACH LIVING THEIR LIVES THAT COMES FROM MARIAN THAT ISN’T A PART OF THE ACADEMIC PROGRAM BUT IS EQUALLY IMPORTANT.” Thus it “was a given,” he says, that his daughter Jenny ’00 would attend MCHS. “Marian was an important part of my life at a time in life when we are all going through changes and trying to establish who we are and morphing into adults. It had a very positive influence on me, on my wife and on my daughter, so it’s something that I think should be supported.”

“ I HAVE FIRST-HAND KNOWLEDGE OF HOW DIFFICULT AN ILLNESS LIKE THAT CAN BE FOR A FAMILY AND WHAT IT CAN MEAN,” HE SAYS. “SO I JUST WANTED TO BE ABLE TO MAKE IT POSSIBLE FOR FAMILIES THAT WERE FACED WITH THE SAME KIND OF CHALLENGE TO BE ABLE TO KEEP THEIR STUDENT AT MARIAN.”

A look back at Christine Kowalsky Murphy while attending Marian Catholic, where she met her husband Michael Murphy ’70.

“The school meant a lot to Chrissy and me,” emphasizes the former IBM executive.

The couple started dating as juniors, and married shortly after both graduated from college, he from Knox, she from Northern Illinois University. “So establishing something in her name that supports the school and enables people who face some of the same challenges she faced is a very fitting memorial for her.”

Murphy, a resident of Crete, encourages others who may want to honor their loved ones to not be dissuaded by the misconception that “you need to be a millionaire to give back.”

“I don’t have a huge bank account. I’m retired,” Murphy says.

“I was lucky that the company I worked for has a matching grants program, so I was able to leverage that. The development office at Marian is very willing to work with individuals on a wide variety of things they can do as memorials. They will explore with you, given your means, what would be an appropriate way for you to support the school.”

Murphy’s dedication to the school is exemplified by his long history of service: He helped create the alumni association, served as Advisory Board Chair and as a member from 1999 to 2005, was a member of the Advancement Committee and chaired the Tech Committee.

In addition to Marian’s “outstanding academic framework and faith-based approach,” the school’s commitment to service is extremely meaningful to Murphy.

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Marian Fund

PHONATHON The 2015 Marian Catholic Phonathon was a huge success, reaching out to our alumni, parents, and alumni parents.

While we reached many with pledges of more than $37,000, donations continue to be received from individuals and families we did not contact. We have confidence in reaching our goal of raising $60,000. The money raised is used to help bridge the gap between tuition and operating expenses.

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Phil Faso’16 along with classmate Emma Fleming ’16 enjoy their time at Marian Catholic’s annual Phonathon

CHAIRS Walter and Connie Lolli

The hallmark Phonathon is like no other fundraiser.

Chuck and Cherie Taylor

LEADERSHIP COMMITTEE

Over seven sessions, volunteers reached out to 12,000 members of the Marian Catholic community throughout the United States. With each pledge, bells rang out and fun filled the library. The event was chaired by current parents Walter and Connie Lolli, and Chuck and Cherie Taylor, who cheered on both the student and parent volunteers. The event could not be possible without the more than 100 adult volunteers and 80 student volunteers who often worked multiple sessions making calls or processing thousands of pieces of paper.

Those we were unable to reach, and those not available when our phonathoners called, still have an opportunity to participate. Your gift is fully tax deductible, and can be charged to your credit card. Online pledges/gifts are also an option: www.marianchs.com.

Thank you for your continued generosity and commitment to excellence, helping to enable Marian Catholic High School to continue to teach Scholars with a Soul.

PLEASE NOTE: The intentions of those who asked for prayers during the Phonathon will be remembered at Mass on Tuesday, May 12 at 7:05 a.m. in the Student Chapel and will be celebrated by our Chaplain, Fr. Bill O’Mara.

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A very special thank you to our Phonathon Volunteers!

Above: Marian Catholic students; Terri Thomas ’15, Kathryn Kistner ’16, and Temi Onayemi ’16 have some fun while making calls.

Right: Adult volunteers gather for a group photo.

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Dan and Kathy Brzeszkiewicz Mark and Carol DiSanto Mary Henry Kim Hroma Debbie Kulchawik Walter and Connie Lolli Mary Lou Markert

Lynn Ostrowski Jeff Pavur Larry Rodimel Karen Sylva-Givens Chuck and Cherie Taylor Yvette Woods Sharon Sypole

PHONATHON CALLERS AND VOLUNTEERS Peggy Adduci Denise Barlage Kim Bell Nancy Biggio Caramen Billheimer Cheryl Bozacki Sue Brown Jack Bruno ’75 Kathy and Dan Brzeszkiewicz Vanessa Cannon-Figaro Patricia Carson Pablo Cavazos, Jr. Nancy Chmura Joann Cortez Joe and Laura David Colleen Domke Pam and Glenn Dryanski Felecia Dupczak ’04 Lynn DuRocher Cynthia Eaves Nikitta Foston Patricia and Scott Fowler George Friel Michele Fuhrman Karen Gallagher Dena Gentry Laura Godinez Lisa Goods-Williams Chris and Gordon Grand Pre Grace Hamoay Kim Hroma Jessica Jackson Peter Javorka Charlotte Kelly Christine Kinast Natalie Kistner Jay and Jen Klausner Bruce Krause Eliza Krawczyk Jennifer Kreis Denise Kresal Linda and Tim Kubiak Debbie and Kevin Kulchawik Susan Labovic Connie LaVelle

Carmen Leon-Flores Barbara Lessentine ’62 Sun Lusk Stephanie Masson Maria Meagher Anne Melone ’85 Khadijah Miah Jennifer Miller Crystal Mitchell Sherri Napue Alejandra Nieto Jane Nowakowski Janet Okedara Lynn Ostrowski Jeff Pavur Amy Peick Bill Perkins Crystal Pittman Teresa Powell Carla Piunti Katrina Richardson Tanya Richie Larry Rodimel JP and Megan Roe Judy Rogala Catherine Rusin Connie Ryczek Mary Senick Linda Sharkey Robin Sims-Powell Rhonda and Eric Sledge Diane and Ralph Sobie Yvonne Stodulski Michael and Cheryl Strus Karen Sylva-Givens Sharon Sypole Malicho Taborn Denise Thomas Gloria Valdez Veronica Villalba Webster Vital Kathy Webster Yvette Williams-Woods Taunya Woods

Marian Catholic Hosts

COLLEGE DAY The Marian Catholic Alumni Association, along with the Marian Catholic Guidance Department, presented their annual College Day on Friday, January 9, 2015. More than 40 young alumni returned to the halls of Marian Catholic during their college winter break to speak with the junior and senior classes about their college experience.

The young alums, who had a little extra time before heading back to school, came from colleges and universities across the entire Midwest and even some further destinations.

The University of Notre Dame, Loyola University, Indiana University and University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign were just a handful of the local schools that were represented by recent Marian Catholic alums. Harvard University, Texas Christian University, and the University of Missouri campus insiders were represented by recent Marian graduates.

“Coming back to Marian makes me feel at home,” said Sophia Sesto ’14, Texas Christian University. “This is where I was taught so much, it was Marian Catholic that prepared me for what I currently encounter on a daily basis.”

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COLLEGE DAY ATTENDEES Christian Agbabiaka ’14 Mike Anderson ’14 Allison Arvia ’14 Taylor Bailey ’14 Quentin Baker ’13 Dan Blewitt ’14 Mark Brabec ’13 Myles Bradley ’14 Kai Carney ’14 Lyndsey Clark ’14 DeAira Cooper ’13 Steve Daw ’13 Haley Denton ’13 Jane Ebong ’14 Sara Farrar ’13 Celeste Friel ’14

Courtney Fuhrman ’14 Nicholas Jackson ’13 Kareem Johnson ’13 Isabelle Keating ’14 Ryan Kelly ’14 Paul Lamb ’14 Tim Lavelle ’13 A’Keisha Lee ’13 Kyla Lee ’14 Sydney Maheia ’13 Miranda Melone ’13 Audrey Mlakar ’14 Patrick Murday ’14 Chioma Ndukwe ’14 Ugo Onyeukwu ’13 Anna Petrelli ’13 Brittany Presley ’14

Alexandria Redfield ’13 Bridget Regan ’14 Megan Ringo ’14 Sam Roche ’14 Amy Roesch ’13 Casey Rooney ’14 Jackson Russell ’14 Kaitlyn Sedor ’14 Marlon Taylor ’13 Erin Their ’13 Aimee Tiberi ’14 Christopher Triak ’14 Maureen Volkman ’13 Taylor Walker ’14 Michelle Wegrzyn ’14 Marina Zager ’14 Alexis Zivo ’14

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1 Sister Judine Hilbing, O.P., Jack Ziltz ’12, and Sr. Teresa, O.P. - University of New Mexico 2 Jessica Jones ’13 and Fauve Liggins Hubbard ’13 - University of Notre Dame 3 Katie Ziltz ’11 and Olivia Beck ’12 - St. Mary’s College 4 Mike Anderson ’14 - University of Notre Dame and Lauren Faso ’13 - St. Mary’s College 5 Patrick Murday ’14 - University of Notre Dame 5

CLASS OF 1965 What a special time for the graduating class of 1965!

Yes, believe it or not, it has been 50 years since those classmates received their high school diploma from Marian Catholic. The Class of 1965 and Marian Catholic will host a 50 year reunion, which is always an amazing time to collaborate and celebrate the company of the entire Class of 1965.

The festivities will begin the week of Homecoming with a reunion kickoff on Friday October 2, 2015.

Following the all school reunion, there will be the formal 50 year reunion for the Class of 1965. The reunion will be compromised of a Mass at MCHS on Saturday afternoon and then a very special evening of reminiscing with classmates at Olympia Fields Country Club on October 3, 2015.

It always makes the night a little more entertaining when the event is able to have as many classmates as possible in attendance. If you would like more information about the Class of 1965 reunion, please contact Carol Burke Swanson ’81 at (708) 756-9775 or cswanson@marianchs.com for more details.

Turnabout Court from members of the class of 1965: (L to R) Mike Clark and Laurel (Yanson) Sitterly, Jerry Nicolas and Pat (LePenske) Zieske, Jim Fares and Bonnie (Ireland) Slyder, Bob DalDegan, and Mary Ellyn Tarczynski

ALUMNI ASSOCIATION Hosts Gathering Marian Catholic was delighted to welcome more than 40 alumni and friends who joined the Alumni Gathering held on January 17 at Aurelio’s in LaGrange. The event was hosted by the Marian Catholic Alumni Association and offered a time to reminisce with former classmates and friends.

It was great to see so many friends sharing their passion for Marian Catholic and reconnecting with each other during the evening. Future alumni events will continue to strengthen the sense of community that was evident at Aurelio’s.

The Alumni Association offers a variety of opportunities to members. For alumni seeking a more casual role within the Association, networking gatherings are a great fit. Established in 1988, the Marian Catholic Alumni Association continues the mission of advancing and sustaining the Marian Catholic experience for future generations.

Martin Conroy ’91, Patrick McCann ’89, and Scott Wiertz ’87 show off their new Marian Catholic sticker presented at the Alumni Gathering.

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Edmisten “Takes Off ” with her Career Colette graduated from Marian Catholic in 1996 and went on to study aviation at Southern Illinois University Carbondale. After receiving her associate’s degree in Aviation Flight and bachelor’s degree in Aviation Management from SIU; along with her commercial pilot’s license, Colette went on to Central Missouri State University where she graduated with a Master’s degree in Aviation Safety.

Colette Edmisten ’96 is recognized in the airport industry as one of the leading young professionals; she has been asked to speak at state, regional, and national airport conferences. It is due to this exposure and her career success that in 2014 Colette received Airport Business Magazine’s Top 40 under 40 Award. Recently Colette Edmisten ’96 named as a “Top 40 under 40” she accepted a position with Aviation’s Best & Brightest the Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT) as the Assistant Aviation Program Manager.

Colette’s primary responsibility will be to oversee the State Block Grant Program, along with airport compliance. Georgia is home to 104 public use airports – nine commercial air service and 95 general aviation – Colette will oversee federal funding for those 95 general aviation airports through the State Block Grant Program.

Her aviation career started in Florida where she worked as the Airport Operations Supervisor for the Titusville-Cocoa Airport Authority. Following the 2004 hurricane season, she moved to Brunswick, Georgia to be the Airport Operations Manager for the Glynn County Airport Commission. This is when her career really “took-off.”

In 2008 Colette became an Accredited Airport Executive with the American Association of Airport Executives (AAAE). Later in 2009 she was recognized at the YWCA’s Tribute to Women Leaders.

Governor Nathan Deal presenting the GAA legislative committee, which includes Colette, with a proclamation that October 2014 is Aviation Appreciation Month.

Save the Date October 2 - October 3, 2015

Metro Chicago Alumni & Friends Gathering

Class of 1965 - 50 Years

Friday, October 2, 2015 Class of 2010 - 5 Years

The Marian Catholic Alumni Association will once again host their ninth Annual Metro Chicago Alumni & Friends Gathering. This year’s gathering will be held on Thursday, June 4, from 5:00-7:30 p.m., location to be announced.

With the growing popularity of this event, the Alumni Association looks to build on its success. The location will be an attraction to many of our alumni, parents, and friends who live or work in the downtown Chicago and surrounding suburban areas.

A $25 donation will include appetizers and three drink tickets.

To RSVP, or for further information on the event, please contact Carol Burke Swanson ’81, Director of Alumni Relations at (708) 756-9755 or cswanson@marianchs.com.

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MCHS ATHLETICS Diving

Joey Cifelli, Olympic hopeful

Adding to Marian Catholic’s record of 15 IHSA Athletic State Championships, senior diver Joey Cifelli gave a spectacular performance on February 28 at New Trier High School.

In winning his second straight IHSA Diving title, the Purdue-bound standout became the third Spartan to win multiple State titles, preceded by Casey Taylor in track’s triple jump in 2003, 2004 and 2005 and by Erick Gavin in track’s 110-meter hurdles in 2009 and 2010).

Cifelli coasted to his second title by more than 75 points at the state finals.

The Olympic hopeful also set a new State record with 555.40 points at New Trier, breaking the State final record that had stood since 1976. His record-breaking score in qualifying for State at Lincoln-Way East Sectional was a staggering 603.35.

Wrestling

Senior diver, Joey Cifelli ’15, performs one of his record breaking dives on his way to a second straight State Championship.

Five record-tying individual qualifiers Wrestling made its presence known at the IHSA State Tournament with a recordtying five individual qualifiers. Overall, the Spartans won 13 matches at the State tourney, led by sophomore Kordell Norfleet’s second-place finish at 160 pounds.

Norfleet compiled a 36-5 record for the season.

Junior Jose Champagne earned a third-place finish at 152 pounds. Champagne, who was also the East Suburban Catholic Conference Wrestler of the Meet in winning his weight class, concluded the year with a 36-1 mark. His freshman brother, Carlos Champagne, earned State honors with a fifth-place finish at 126 pounds.

Other Spartans making the grade at the State level included 120-pound sophomore Josh Jones and 170-pound junior Addison Klausner. Jones, Norfleet, and both Champagnes won ESCC titles in leading Marian to a fourth-place team finish.

Josh Jones ’17, Addison Klausner ’16, Carlos Champagne ’18, Kordell Norfleet ’17, and Jose Champagne ’16 each represented the Spartans at the IHSA State Tournament.

TPC Annual Texas Hold Em’ Tournament Members of the Tail Power Classic were exceptionally pleased with the success of this year’s annual TPC Texas Hold Em’ Tournament. The event was held on Saturday, January 10, 2015 in the Sr. M. Paul McCaughey Leadership Center. The evening was well attended with over 75 guests who had the opportunity to participate in poker and bid on a number of silent auction gifts.

“The football program would like to thank CN Railroad for their generous support of the event,” said Head Football Coach Jerry Verde ’94. “A special thanks to co-chairmen Al Danielwicz ’94, Brian Kochanski ’94 and the Marian Catholic football coaching staff. A special thanks also goes out to Jim Lanigan ’94, Joe Flores ’94, Jason Verde ’98, the Schreiber Family, and Bob Bergstrom for donating to and working the event.” It was truly a successful evening and an excellent time was had by all!

Please look out for the TPC Golf Outing which will be on Friday, June 5th, 2015.

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Guests of the TPC Poker event battle to earn a spot at the final table.

Women’s Basketball 10-0 for a third straight perfect league season The East Suburban Catholic Conference proved to be the best of the best in Girls Basketball this year with two State champions crowned from the league (Benet in 4A and Bishop McNamara in 2A).

Meanwhile, Marian Catholic proved to be the class of the league in going 10-0 to win the ESCC and accomplishing a third straight perfect league season. “It was a fantastic season for our program,” second-year coach Dan Murray assessed.

“With an overall record of 28-3 and to be undefeated in the ESCC again was a wonderful accomplishment considering our schedule is full of top 20 programs all season long.”

Behind Murray’s leadership and a senior class of Amanda Blocker, Kauai Bradley (University of Pittsburgh-bound), Jerell Matthews (Stony Brook University),

Back Row: Amanda Blocker ’15, Aysia McCondichie ’15, Elis DiOrio ’17, Savannah Altman’17 Senior Kauai Bradley dishes a pass to teammate Teniya Page during their Sectional Semifinals.

Middle Row: Madison Halliman ’18, Mallory Olszak ’17, Zaria Sydnor ’16, Gabrielle Cooper’16, Jerell Matthews’15, Martha Banuelos ’16, Mae Van Beest ’17, Carmen Jackson ’18, Kauai Bradley ’15 Front Row: Janae Poisson ’16, Teniya Page ’15

Aysia McCondichie (University of St. Francis) and ESCC MVP Teniya Page (Penn State University), Marian completed the best three-year record run (89-9) in school history. Bradley and Page were also McDonald’s All-American nominees.

“As for the seniors, it will be a difficult group to say good bye to,” said Murray, who was named ESCC Coach of the Year for a second straight campaign. “Their long list of accomplishments, including a 2013 state title and 2014 IHSA third-place finish, will be forever in the record books.

Their work ethic, dedication, and commitment to excellence should be applauded and be a goal for the younger players to strive for.” With a 31-game winning streak in the ESCC to protect, Murray has the program headed in the right direction.

“The overall numbers in our program were up and we were able to field a B team at the freshman level again,” Murray explained. “Although both the freshman and sophomore teams were near the .500 level, many players saw valuable minutes that will aid in their continued development.”

Spartans Alumni Basketball Game On Saturday, January 24, 2015, nearly 25 alumni basketball players laced up their sneakers one more time for the first Alumni Basketball Game, slated to become an annual event. The afternoon consisted of a pre-game warm up, a two-man skills competition, and the main event. After the contest, former teammates and friends gathered in the Sr. M. Paul McCaughey Leadership Center for food and refreshments. The gathering involved alums ranging from the Class of 1978 through the Class of 2009. The two-man skills competition saw Joe Barker ’08 and Grayson Mitchell ’09 come away as champions, while the black-color shirts took home the team trophy.

For more information on next year’s event, please contact Mike Taylor at (708) 756-7556.

Ed Kmak ’89, Dave Ruhl ’93, Mike Brooks ’95, Matt Ruhl ’96, Joe Siegert ’05, Joe Barker ’07, Kendell Greer ’07, Josh Forney ’09, and Philip Capodagli ’05 Grayson Mitchell ’09, Steven Hurley ’05, Daniel Panici ’09, Tony Dolci ’89, Tim Bergin ’05, Bill Hogan ’79, Tom Peabody ’07, Zachary Stevenson ’06, and Malcolm Parker ’05

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Marian Catholic Speech Team Finishes 4th at IHSA State Finals The Marian Catholic Speech Team finished in fourth place at the IHSA State Finals in Peoria on Saturday, February 21, 2015.

Senior DeAngelo Davis and Sophomore Jocelyn Billheimer were champions in their respective categories. After a successful season, placing second at the IHSA Regional tournament and fifth at the IHSA Sectional Tournament, the Marian Catholic Speech

2015 Marian Catholic Speech Team

Team bounced back in amazing fashion and proudly earned a fourth place honor at the State competition.

Senior DeAngelo Davis ’15 credits his success to those with whom he works and practices every day. “I can’t believe this is really happening,” admitted Davis, after receiving his award in Original Comedy.

“I would never have been able to accomplish this honor without the help of my teammates. Although this was an individual award, it was the support and guidance of my teammates that helped me to win. The fourth place win took every member of our team.”

To match the efforts of Davis, Marian Catholic Sophomore Jocelyn Billheimer not only was crowned champion in Informative Speaking, but she also placed second in Special

Three Band Members Earn

IMEA ALL-STATE HONORS

Lisette Villarreal ’15 (flute), Chrishon Campbell ’16 (clarinet), and Nicole Szewczyk ’15 (percussion)

Each year members of the Marian Catholic Band proudly represent the Spartans at the Illinois Music Educators Association (IMEA) to compete for top accolades in the state. In a competition that showcased nine separate districts, fifteen Marian Catholic Band students were selected from thousands of students to represent the school in the District 1 Honor Band and Orchestra.

Of the fifteen honored, three Marian Catholic students received IMEA All-State honors. Lisette Villarreal ’15, Nicole Szewczyk ’15, and Chrishon Campbell ’16, were privileged to be selected and performed with other respective members on Saturday, January 31, at the Peoria Civic Center.

“We are very proud of the kids. Thousands of students from across the state auditioned. To be selected from such a large group is a great honor.

They represented Marian Catholic and our band well at the convention,” stated Greg Bimm, Marian Catholic Band Director.

Lisette was placed in the All-State Band, Nicole was selected as the percussion section leader of the All-State Orchestra, and Chrishon won the position of second chair in the Honors Orchestra.

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DeAngelo Davis ’15 and Jocelyn Billheimer ’17 Crowned State Champions

Occasion Speaking. “This was truly a magical moment for the Marian Speech program,” said Mark Donaway, Marian Catholic Director of Speech and Theatre. After coming through a rigorous Sectional and having only three entries in the State Finals, The Spartans knew what needed to be done to get their team near the top of the standings. “I was really lucky to have outstanding coaches and supportive teammates. I always let my personality shine through and had fun doing it,” stated Billheimer.

WINTER FEST To make the holiday season a little more delightful, The Marian Catholic Choral Program introduced the first ever Marian Winter Wonder Fest. It was a “Frozen” inspired event that took place in the Sr. M. Paul McCaughey, O.P. Leadership Center on December 20, 2014.

All guests were invited to enjoy a bite to eat, to participate in a winter themed arts and crafts, and to visit with Santa or the Winter Princesses!

Succeeding the glamour of events, was an opportunity for each attendee to listen to the Marian Catholic Choir sing along and enjoy the showing of Walt Disney’s “Frozen.”

Elsa, Kristoff and Anna pose for a photo with Winter Wonderland guests.

THE GRADY FAMILY

A Solid Foundation at Marian Catholic Family means a great many things to the nine members of the Grady clan of Chicago Heights. For the Gradys, family extends beyond the nine siblings who attended Marian Catholic High School and encompasses the community that impacted them and the friends they have held on to since they walked the school’s halls. Headed by the late Joseph and Neva Grady, the children Geri (Grady) Kelly ’70, Colleen (Grady) Russell ’71, TJ Grady ’74, Patrick Grady ’75 (deceased), Maureen (Grady) Perovich ’77, Kathleen (Grady) Crowe ’78, Janet (Grady) Lexsa ’79 (deceased), Pidge Grady ’80, and Meg (Grady) Finchum ’82, were exposed to a Catholic education at a young age, beginning with their schooling at St. Kieran Catholic School in Chicago Heights.

The Grady family realized the sacrifices their parents made to send all of them to Catholic schools. It was this sacrifice that Geri said gave them “respect for education” and led their paths at Marian and beyond.

While at Marian, the siblings were involved in a wide variety of activities; Pidge played on the first women’s softball team, Patrick ran track and played football, and TJ played guitar at the talent show.

However, the activity that brought them all together was service. Having seen their

parents volunteer within the community, the Grady children began their community service work while at Marian, at such places like SPEED, the special education co-op, and the Oak Forest Hospital. They often did this work together, laughing about the good times they had helping the community and strengthening their sibling bonds.

While the spirit of volunteering and community was alive in the Grady family, they also remembered the academic lessons that helped shaped their professional lives.

TJ mentioned Mr. Leo Cleary, his geography teacher, as one of his favorite teachers and this sentiment was echoed by Maureen who fondly remembered him as the person who “taught us how to read a newspaper.”

Colleen looked back at Mrs. Waller and her home economics class, where she learned how to make chicken à la king, which has made a starring appearance at every Easter meal.

In conjunction with their many memories, and all the other lessons taught at Marian Catholic, the Grady family was led to many different career paths. Geri worked as a teacher, and later principal for the Echo Joint Co-op. Colleen, Pidge, and Meg all went on to CNA, where Colleen was Assistant Vice President, Pidge is an operational analyst in the claim department, and Meg is an executive assistant in the

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claim department. TJ was a Tinley Park police officer, but retired and now sits on the city board. Maureen is an assistant professor of nursing at Prairie State and Kathy is an occupational therapist assistant.

Patrick was the Vice President of Treasury for Western National, which was acquired

by AIG and Janet was a convenience store clerk. These nine diverse, successful lives were all started with the foundation of Marian Catholic High School.

The family tradition has followed in other generations, with Geri’s kids Katherine Kelly ’99, Timothy Kelly ’04, Dennis Kelly ’08, and Brian Kelly ’11 and with Meg’s child Shelly (Finchum) Hunt ’05. This is just another part of the Dominican Pillar of Community that is seen throughout the Grady family.

Their strong connections with those around them, and the service they give to others shows how truly special the Grady siblings are and how Marian Catholic has impacted their lives.

Pictured above - Back row: Geri Grady Kelly ’70, TJ Grady ’74, Pat Grady ’75, Meg Grady Finchum ’82 Middle row: Colleen Grady Russell ’71, Maureen Grady Perovich ’77, Pidge Grady ’80, Janet Grady Lexsa ’79 Sitting: Joe Grady, Neva Grady, Kathy Grady Crowe ’78

OAC Club Enjoys the Excitement Of Nature Adventures

Justin Thirstrup, Julie Javorka ’16, Alex Staton, Jackie Johnson ’15, Ashley Donald ’17, Payton Millhouse ’15, Rebecca Hauser ’15, Robin Wilson ’15, John Peabody ’15,Jason Pinkus ’15, Allyson Brooks ’15, Coach Mike Taylor, Kalyn DesJardins ’15, Olivia Skelly-Williams ’18, Mrs. Barb Murzyn, Alex Flores ’18, Brianna Olaguez ’18 Middle Front: Mr. Steve Tortorello ’04 and Mrs. Caitlin (Padulla) Tortorello ’04

Mrs. Barbara Murzyn and Coach Mike Taylor have introduced the Marian Outdoor Adventure Club (OAC). The club is designed for students to experience the outdoors, plan trips, and relish nature.

Students will be challenged with exciting outdoor activities that help them grow and develop leadership skills. The participants will develop friendships across the student body as the OAC is open to all four classes at Marian. The club is in the process of planning day trips as well as overnight trips to many new and exciting places. Future activities include hiking, biking, camping, kayaking, canoeing, paddle boarding, downhill skiing, snowboarding, cross country skiing, snowshoeing, zip-lining, tubing, white water rafting, climbing and caving. Overnight trips on the horizon include the Grand Canyon, Rocky Mountain National Park, Smokey Mountains, Yellowstone, Isle Royal, the Boundary Waters, and the Appalachian Trail. The moderators of this club would like to form a similar group for faculty and alumni in the near future.

Schedules of activities, information, and pictures can be found on the Outdoor Adventure Club link under “Clubs and Organizations” in the student section of the Marian website.

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As we began a new school year, we encountered many changes.

One large change was the transformation of the annual all school fundraiser. As John Perkovich retired, so did the Calendar Drive.

In its place, Marian Catholic High School unveiled the Spartan Gold Raffle.

We thank John for his relentless efforts during his tenure as “the captain.” John was instrumental in the success of this fundraiser and spent countless hours making sure everything was properly organized, so a big THANK YOU to John.

True to form, the Marian Catholic community embraced the new endeavor, and the Spartan Gold Raffle quickly became a success.

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tickets each and the average net proceeds per student doubled over last year. Winners of the Raffle were drawn at the annual Parents Night Out. First place received $15,000, second $5,000, and third $2,500. The student selling the winning ticket received one semester of free tuition. Because students exceeded the goals, they received an all school holiday. The success was a team effort of faculty, staff, students, parents and alumni which signified the beginning of a new era in a grand (fifteen to be exact) way.

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ALUMNI NOTES Take a few minutes and let everyone in the Marian family know how you’re doing by updating your information on the MCHS website or email cswanson@marianchs.com.

Terri Riley ’91 is thrilled to announce that her daughter Elizabeth Claire was born on August 21, 2014 in Tampa, Florida. Her adoption was finalized on December 18, 2014.

Class of 1994 hosts Annual Golf Outing to Fight Cancer

Colton Aurelius Eagan was born on November 3, 2014 at 9.5lbs and 20 inches. This is the second child for Jennifer and Jason Eagan ’95.

Colton joins his sister Zofia. Jason is currently employed as a Police Officer with the Village of Carol Stream.

Amy (Riddle) Cassata ’00, RN, Director of Nursing for HCR ManorCare, and Tim Cassata ’98, Operations Supervisor for Republic Services, welcomed Delaney Jean Cassata, 7lbs 3oz, on April 15, 2014. Delaney joins big sisters Emmalyn Grace (4) and Camille Jade (9).

Jimmy Bruno ’05 will be graduating from LSU on August 7, 2015, with his Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering. We are very proud of him and he could not have done it without the solid base of Marian!

On March 21, 2015 Meaghan (Dee) ’09 and Michael Beechin exchanged vows at the altar of St. Agnes. Meghan, is now a freshman English teacher, women’s basketball, and women’s lacrosse coach at Marian Catholic. Mike is a VP of Operations at Children’s Plus Inc. in Beecher, IL. The Beechin’s recently bought a home in Chicago Heights.

Recent Alums in the wedding party: Matt Dee ’07, Shannon Dee ’11, Katlynn Dee ’13, Josh Howe ’07, Joe Barker ’07, Rachel (Dau) Schaap ’09, Aubrey (Sparrey) Colvin ’09, Jordan Peterson ’09, Mark Panici ’07, Daniel Panici ’09, Kyle Panici ’07, and Dan Karwowski ’07.

Marian Catholic alums, Nicole Fedinets ’10, Teddy Leonas ’10, and Hannah Krydynski ’10, met up at the St. Patrick’s Day Parade and are looking forward to their 5 year reunion.

Mark Sovereign ’13 was recently published in the professional journal Fuel for his collaborative article, “Examining the selectivity of borohydride for carbon dioxide and bicarbonate reduction in protic conditions.” Mark is a sophomore at DePaul University in Chicago.

Danielle Sovereign ’14 recently performed at the St. Olaf Christmas Festival as a member of the Manitou Singers Chorus group, an audition choir. St. Olaf College, Northfield, MN is internationally recognized for its choir program.

Elizabeth Claire, daughter of Terri Riley ’91

Colton Aurelius, son of Jennifer and Jason Eagan ’95

Emmalyn, Camille, and Delaney, daughters of Amy (Riddle) ’00 and Tim Cassata ’98 13

Meaghan (Dee) ’09 and Michael Beechin

Nicole Fedinets ’10, Teddy Leonas ’10, and Hannah Krydynski ’10

Spartans Raise Money to Assist in Cancer Support

Marian Catholic Sophomore, Kyndal Fletcher ’17, on behalf of the Marian Catholic Community, presents a $5,000 check to Dodi Wians and Mark Matthews of the Homewood American Cancer Support Center.

The Marian Catholic High School Community worked together to assist the Cancer Support Center, in Homewood. The Spartans raised $5,000 through a number of different school organized events and activities. Many male students participated in “No-Shave November,” in which students were permitted to avoid the clean-shaven rule during November for a $40 donation to the Cancer Support Center. Students also took part in the purchasing of pink t-shirts that supported Breast Cancer Awareness.

Altogether, Marian Catholic sold nearly 400 pink breast cancer and “Movember” t-shirts to aid a great cause. Cancer Awareness information was provided to the student body during October and November. Marian Catholic representative, Kyndal Fletcher ’17 presented the $5,000 donation to members of the American Caner Support Center in Homewood at halftime of the men’s basketball contest on Friday, February 13, 2015.

Advancement Office Internship Opportunity

ONLINE eDIRECTORY The Marian Catholic Alumni Association is offering a free, private e-directory for our alumni, staff and friends. The directory will list and categorize services and products offered by alumni and help connect those who have a need with those who have the ability to help. It is simply a way to encourage our alumni to use and support each other.

Our new eDirectory has three sections: 1. Employment listing - If you are in between careers, browse for job openings and create a profile with your work history. If your company is looking to hire, create a listing to let other alumni know what you are looking for.

2. Non-professional listing - Alumni can offer their services and products. There is a category for members to volunteer their skills and abilities and a category for members to list immediate needs. There is also a place to list items you have to donate, lend or sell.

3. Professional listing - Instead of turning to another referral source, find a trusted professional from our group. Create a business profile which includes your name, contact information, headshot or logo, web address and a brief bio.

When a profile is created, it will be sent to the Advancement Department to be approved before it is published. This will ensure that only those invited to join will have access and that all listings are appropriate. You will receive an email when your listing has been approved. Connecting with people we trust is important.

CONNECT WITH OTHER ALUMNI TODAY!

http://www.iqonnect.net/directory/marian-catholic-high-school/ The profiles in this eDirectory are made by alumni of Marian Catholic High School who may own businesses or provide various services. A link to the eDirectory is included as a convenience. Marian Catholic High School and its Board of Directors have not screened these business providers and neither approve nor disapprove of the services, products or transactions they propose. Marian Catholic High School, any entity associated with Marian Catholic High School, the officers, directors, staff or members have not recommended or endorsed any of the services or products offered and as such are not responsible for any consequences relative to the transactions and agreements they may generate.

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This past summer Marian Catholic High School started an unpaid internship program in the Advancement Department. “We thought this would be an excellent opportunity to give recent Marian Catholic graduates the ability to acquire some crucial experience and build a resume while assisting us,” said Vice President of Institutional Advancement, Vince Krydynski ’81. Two were ultimately selected from a pool of applicants.

When offered the position, Emily Longo ’11 and Lisa Belzeski ’10 both jumped at the chance to intern with the Advancement Department.

“I really enjoyed being back on campus. One of the reasons I was excited to start this internship was I knew I would be comfortable returning to Marian Catholic,” stated Belzeski ’12.

“This internship allowed me to gain valuable real-world experience that I could add to my college education.”

The unpaid internship was roughly an 8-10 week program introducing the ins and outs of a number of different responsibilities. Those tasks consisted of Public Relations, Marketing, Institutional Advancement and Alumni Relations.

“Overall I really enjoyed my internship experience at Marian. The schedule was sometimes flexible, so I was able to hold another job along with maintaining the internship this summer,” stated Longo ’11. “Everyone at Marian was accommodating and fun to work with.” If you know of any alumni looking for an internship opportunity this summer, please contact Vince Krydynski ’81 at vkrydynski@marianchs.com.

In Memory Of...

As a memorial to Bernie Jablonski, our teacher, friend, mentor, and colleague, the lighting booth of the Monsignor Croarkin Theatre will officially be named

January 1, 2015 through March 26, 2015

“BERNIE’S BOOTH”

May these souls and all the souls of the faithfully departed through the mercy of God, rest in peace. Amen.

Enrique Aleman Gail Andrews William Angell Dale Allan Baikauskas Sandra Balsam Dorothy Baran Dale Block George Bolda Sr. Dominica Brennan, O.P. Mary Brizek Joseph Brucato ’81 Millicent Cahill William Callaghan Diana Camilli Dolores Capretti Joseph Cariola George William Cleary Joan C. Companik J.M. Criscione Salvatore J. Crocilla Michael Delany Ricardo Di Santo Elizabeth Donato Dolores Fleming Carmella Florio Patricia Ford Margaret Frahm Mary Ann Franson Margaret Franzman James Fultz Donald Gallagher John Gallagher John Gatto Ray Geschke John Gilbert Francis Glynn Linda Gooley McPheron ’64 Harold Gramse Michael Gubbins Joseph Hafenscher Clara Haracz Rev. Peter Joseph Heidenrich ’68 Antonia Helmuth Anthony Herman ’68 Frank Hoese Charles L. Jacobsma Ignatius Janusek Mary Kennelly Anna Mae Kersten Lawrence Kluka

PLEASE JOIN US AT THE DEDICATION

Friday, April 24, 2015 • 6:00 p.m.

Marian Catholic High School, Croarkin Theatre Lobby (Pizza will be served) Please R.S.V.P. to Diana McDonnell by April 20th dmcdonnell@marianchs.com or (708) 756-9404 The Friday evening 7:30 p.m. MCHS performance of The Sound of Music will follow and be dedicated to Bernie.

The Sound of Music tickets can be purchased for $10 by contacting Diana McDonnell. To assure seating, tickets should be purchased by April 16th.

DOMINICAN SISTERS The Dominican Sisters of Springfield Illinois have provided a strong legacy of quality Catholic Education and support at Marian Catholic High School since its founding in 1958. Within the last year the Dominican Sisters have initiated an Office of Mission Advancement to invite others to share in their Mission and support the works of the sisters. The administration of Marian Catholic and the Dominican Leadership Team want to inform you of this new endeavor and welcome your participation. If you wish to learn more about the works of the Dominican Sisters of Springfield and how you can support them, contact Sister Kathleen Anne Tait, Director of Mission Advancement, at missionadv@spdom.org or (217) 787.0481 Ex 6024.

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Darlene Kraus Roman Krygier, Sr. Jacqueline I. Kuchyak ’76 Leona LaBuda Doreen Lawbaugh Glenda Marcussen Tim Marcussen Michael McArdle Terrence McGlynn Sr. Mary Lucille Mertes, O.P. Jean Miller Karen Monaldi Pamela Montella James Moore Daniel J. Mulvihill Valerie Negri ’88 John S. Neville Orin “Ken” Noth Richard Oates Christine Oliaro Richard Olson Kennth O’Toole Paul Ozanus Loretta Perry Bruno Potempa Sr. Ann Catherine Radosevi, O.P. Stanley Reindl ’82 Bette Ryan Joe Scodro Robert Shields Robert Silander Joseph Slomka, Sr. Lois Smaga Alvin Smith Mary Alice Smith William Stiglic Adam Stillo, Sr. Judith Swanson Donna Lynn Taylor Christine Toborg William Tomsovic John Vittori Ken Wallin Edward and Virginia Walz Irene Weber Lucy White LeRoy Witthaus Mary Zanca

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For information on alumni events contact Carol Burke Swanson ’81 (708) 756-9775 or cswanson@marianchs.com.

SENIOR PINNING MASS Wednesday, April 29, 2015 CAREER DAY Monday, May 4, 2015 METRO CHICAGO ALUMNI & FRIENDS GATHERING Thursday, June 4, 2015, 5:00 - 7:30 p.m.

Location TBD For more information or to RSVP contact Carol Burke Swanson ’81 at (708) 756-9775 or cswanson@marianchs.com 26TH ANNUAL ENDOWMENT GOLF CLASSIC Monday, September 14, 2015 Olympia Fields Country Club For more information contact Pat Trebe at (708) 756-9405 or ptrebe@marianchs.com CLASS OF 1965 50 YEAR REUNION WEEKEND Friday, October 2, 2015 Reunion kick-off - Marian Catholic Saturday, October 3, 2015 Class Mass - Marian Catholic Chapel Reunion Celebration - Olympia Fields Country Club ALUMNI HOMECOMING GATHERING Friday, October 2, 2015 7:30 p.m. - Marian vs. Joliet Catholic Immediately following game - Gathering CLASS OF 2010 FIVE YEAR REUNION Informal Class Reunion - Friday, October 2, 2015 Doors Open at 8:30 p.m.

Sister M. Paul McCaughey, O.P. Leadership Center Complimentary pizza, pop, and beer courtesy of the MCHS Alumni Association.

2015 CLASS REUNIONS Saturday, October 17, 2015 Olympia Fields Country Club 1970 – 45 Years 1990 – 25 Years 1975 – 40 Years 1995 – 20 Years 1980 – 35 Years 2005 – 10 Years 1985 – 30 Years

SAVE the DATE The Sound of Music Reunion from the cast of 1980 SATURDAY, APRIL 25, 2015 6:00 P.M. COCKTAIL PARTY 7:30 P.M. THE SOUND OF MUSIC

ALUMNI

Elliott Petlak ’83, Steve Palanca’83 (barely visible in the back), Sheila Hickey ’81, Elizabeth Koeller, Janet Warfield Knight ’81, Patti Thomas Gallinaro ’83, and Kathy O’Brien Gentile ’83

Update your information on the Marian Catholic website www.marianchs.com or email cswanson@marianchs.com.

If you are interested in helping with reunion planning, contact Carol Burke Swanson ’81 at cswanson@marianchs.com or (708) 755-9775

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