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Red& Gold

The Mater Dei High School Magazine

Capital Campaign Secures Mater Dei’s Future

Volume 28, Number 3 • Special Edition 2013

Full of Grace: School Profile

Vision

Mater Dei High School is dedicated to challenging young people to reach their full potential and empowering them for leadership roles in the Church, community, and world. Mater Dei graduates are well-prepared to become active, successful members of society.

Mission Mater Dei High School is committed to being a school of choice for all families. A Catholic co-educational community in the Diocese of Evansville, Mater Dei strives to create an educational environment based on Gospel values, which recognizes the needs and differences in individuals and empowers students to meet the demands and challenges of a rapidly changing and morally complex world. Mater Dei is built on the cornerstones of spiritual growth, academic excellence, service to others, and social development.

Mater Dei High School was founded in 1949 by the Diocese of Evansville

Commendations: Academics

Athletics

• Four Star Rated School by the Indiana Department of Education (IDOE)

• 18 Athletic Team State Championships; 28 Individual State Champions

• Exemplary “A” ratings by the IDOE (one of only three high schools in Evansville)

• Athletic State Finalists: boys baseball, girls basketball, boys cross country, girls golf, football, boys soccer, volleyball, wrestling

• Accredited by AdvancED. This designation distinguishes Mater Dei from other high schools in our city, state, and nation.

• 100% graduation rate for 2011-2012 • 963 college credits earned by Mater Dei students in 2011-2012

• Each of the 19 varsity sports had student athletes earning the Academic All-City distinction

Extracurricular • Extracurricular State Finalists: academic teams, cheerleading, marching band and speech

Red& Gold The Mater Dei High School Magazine • Vol. 28, No. 3 • Special Edition 2013 The Red & Gold is published twice a year by the Mater Dei High School Office of Institutional Advancement, to encourage understanding and support of the mission of Mater Dei High School. Through the Red & Gold, Mater Dei’s 9,000+ alumni, as well as the school’s many friends, continue to strengthen their relationships with each other and become better informed about the many ways Mater Dei strives for excellence through its spiritual, academic and extracurricular programs.

• 2013 Shell Eco-marathon Americas Champion: MD Supermileage Team • Alcoa VEX Robotics Team 2013 Champions

Financials (2012-2013): • Budget: $4,166,025 • Cost per student: $8,433 • Tuition Assistance: $198,901 (16% of MD student body)

Enrollment • Over 500 for 2013-2014 – first enrollment increase in 13 years

Red & Gold Staff Editor: Carol Nurrenbern cnurrenbern@evvmaterdei.org Art Director: Alan Inkenbrandt ‘89 Graphic Designer: Tara Blessinger Photography Contributors: Sarah Kelley ’12, Andrew Roberson Contributors: Timothy Dickel, Andrew Roberson, Sarah Wagner ’88

Send alumni news & address changes to Andrew Roberson, Database Manager, aroberson@evvmaterdei.org.

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Dear Friends,

Full of Grace: The Vision

Over six decades ago, the community came together to fund and build Mater Dei High School. They felt so strongly about the importance of a Catholic high school that they were willing to sacrifice to make Mater Dei a reality. These people left an incredible legacy of Catholic education from which thousands of students have benefited.

We are responsible to continue the work of those who came before us.

Mater Dei has made a significant impact by producing graduates that have become leaders in their communities, churches, and families. Our students continue to have impressive achievements in academics, service, athletics, fine arts, and other activities.

Dr. Timothy A. Dickel, In recent years, we have achieved new standards of academic excellence identified on President the School Profile (located on the previous page). We also anticipate an enrollment increase in future years.

Despite these incredible accomplishments, we are challenged to provide for the next generation of students.

The Full of Grace: Excellence for Tomorrow Capital Campaign is the result of careful planning for the current and future needs of Mater Dei. The Board of Trustees and leadership of the school are confident that this campaign will enable us to improve quality of educational experiences for all students and help us attract new students. These projects will specifically achieve the following results: 1.

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Enhance academics and spiritual programs Improve facilities and curb appeal Invest in cost savings measures Increase accessibility and affordability Provide long term financial viability

The Full of Grace Capital Campaign will enable us to take a giant leap forward in providing quality experiences for the students of today and tomorrow. Just as the community came together to build Mater Dei over sixty years ago, your bold and enthusiastic support of Catholic education is needed now. To learn more about the campaign, we strongly encourage you to attend the upcoming public events and to contact the advancement office with questions. Please reflect on the positive impact that Mater Dei has made on your life and the lives of young people and prayerfully consider how you can advance the mission of Catholic education.

Join us for the Community Kickoff Wednesday, September 18, 2013, at 6:00 p.m. in the Kempf Auditorium.

New details and plans will be announced for the first time that evening.

To Christ through Mater Dei,

Timothy A. Dickel, Ph.D. President

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Full of Grace: Leadership

Working towards the future while honoring the past...

Jim Will, Sr. ’51, 1933-2013

By Sarah Wagner ‘88

Mater Dei High School Board of Trustees Judy Blankenberger, Chair Matthew Folz ‘91, Vice-Chair JoAnn Laugel ‘66, Secretary Theo Boots Terry Clements Heather Hertel ‘92 Tim Klingler Andrea Mann Dan Niemeier ‘80 Phillip Stolz ‘91 Ex-Officio Members Fr. Ed Schnur Andy Goebel ‘65 Timothy Dickel

Full of Grace Mater Dei High School Capital Campaign

Excellence for Tomorrow

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In the fall of 1949, James L. Will entered Mater Dei High School as a junior with 416 other new students.

Since construction started, Jim helped Msgr.

William Lautner, Mater Dei’s first Superintendent, paint, caulk and prepare the new building. One of Jim’s favorite “Fr. Lautner stories” tells of the time “Fr. Bill ran off a union man trying to make trouble for us boys working on the building since we weren’t members of a construction union.”

Fr. Lautner, and many others at Mater Dei, made a deep impression on the young Jim Will.

Jim met classmate Eileen Berendes at Mater Dei. They dated during high school and were part of a large group of students who had “the most fun any high school kids had, before or since,” according to Eileen. They went to dances at the SHEHEHESHE and served together on the staff of the weekly student newspaper, Hi-Lights. Jim, the 1950 editor, was allowed to take Fr. Shetler’s car to drive and solicit for newspaper ad business. Jim’s skills as a salesman made him successful in his early career in ad sales. In 1951, Jim and Eileen both graduated from Mater Dei High School.

They married in 1955 and began a life together. Jim took his sales skills and founded the James L. Will Insurance Agency. He was very active in civic service to the Evansville community. He and Eileen managed to be involved in Resurrection Catholic Church, Boys & Girls Club, Birthright, University of Southern Indiana, West Side Nut Club, and many other civic and professional organizations, all while raising five children. When first born Jim, Jr. came along, Jim started calling himself “Old Man Will.” Shortly, four daughters joined the family and life was full. The Will’s maintained their commitment to Catholic education and soon all five children graduated from Mater Dei: Jim ’76, Lynn ’78, Leann ’82, Lauri ’84, Lesley ’87.

Fast forward to retirement and days filled with grandchildren, volunteer work and golf. In the spring of 2012, a network of volunteers was developed for the Full of Grace: Excellence for Tomorrow Capital Campaign, and the first people mentioned as potential campaign Honorary Chairs were Jim and Eileen Will.

As they accepted the role, their enthusiasm, effort and spirit were contagious.

No one could listen to Jim talk about the future of Mater Dei and the Full of Grace campaign and not be inspired. In meetings and presentations about the campaign, Jim was the “closer.”

Sadly, on Memorial Day weekend, May 25, 2013, Jim passed through this life and walked into heaven’s big golf course in the sky. How fitting his final days were spent working to benefit the high school he loved. Jim’s commitment was deep; his mind was sharp and forward thinking; his spirit was wise yet young; he was the youngest “Old Man” you ever met. The Full of Grace, Excellence for Tomorrow’s success will be a tribute to Jim and all the people who have given the same level of enthusiasm and energy to Mater Dei High School.

Please follow Jim’s example and participate in the Full of Grace: Excellence for Tomorrow Capital Campaign.

“Throughout the 61 years we have been affiliated with Mater Dei High School, it has been committed to teaching values for a lifetime and helping students reach their highest potential.

We truly believe that it is our responsibility to afford a Catholic education to our current generation, as well as those in the years ahead.

It is so very important today more than ever that our children have the opportunity to grow in their spiritual and moral values. Mater Dei is not just a building, it is our community, our family, and a time honored tradition.”

– Jim ‘51 and Eileen Will ‘51, Sr.

Full of Grace Campaign Honorary Chairs

Full of Grace Cabinet Honorary Chairs: Jim ‘51 and Eileen Will ‘51, Sr.

Bill and Phyllis Bussing

Tim ‘89 and Jennifer Hollander

Jim ‘89 and Lori ‘89 Pierre

Co-Chairs: Marcia and Gil Jochem Dan ‘80 and Laura Niemeier ‘80

Steve and Terri Chancellor

Ben ‘85 and Kelly Kempf

Kent ‘77 and Laura ’80 Reddington

Terry and Chris Clements

Matt Kiefer ‘02

Keith ‘88 and Christie ‘88 Rheinlander

Dale and Cathy Drake

Bob King ‘58

Jake ‘02 and Katie Schiff

President: Timothy Dickel

Rodger ’60 and Luisa Duncan

Tim and Becky ‘74 Klingler

Scott ‘80 and Beth ‘80 Slaton

John and Gail ‘63 Dunn

Darin ‘85 and Marti ‘90 Knight

Sr. Mary Carmel Spayd

Development Director: Sarah Wagner ‘88

Bob ‘71 and Mary Kay ‘71 Fehrenbacher

Nick ‘97 and Jennifer ‘97 Knight

Phil ‘91 and Kiersten ‘94 Stolz

Tony ‘94 and Jessica Fehrenbacher

Bob ‘56 and Cynthia Koch

Chris and Deborah Tanner

Terry ‘80 and Jean ‘81 Alvey

Butch ‘66 and Linda Feulner

Fr. Philip J Kreilein

Ben ‘86 and Marie ‘86 Wagner

Ron ‘64 and Margaret ‘66 Angermeier

Matt ‘91 and Kristen ‘91 Folz

Larry ‘59 and DiAnne ‘60 Kremer

Cliff ’88 and Sarah ’88 Wagner

Dan and Andrea ‘96 Baumann

Mark ‘70 and Monie ‘70 Freeman

Frank ‘61 and Barb Lamble

Brian and Diane Wannemuehler

Maurice ‘60 and Cherie ‘60 Berendes

Andy ‘65 and Darlene ‘64 Goebel

JoAnn Laugel ‘66

Mark ‘80 and Jane ‘81 Weinzapfel

Steve ‘65 and Judy Blankenberger

Brian ‘88 and Wendy Goebel

Todd ‘88 and Kelly Lehman

Jamie Wicks ‘87

Jeff ‘92 and Paula Bone

Mike Goebel ‘70

Miles and Andrea Mann

Jim ‘76 and Karen Will, Jr.

Ira Gerard ‘72 and Terry ‘72 Boots

Larry ‘65 and Carol ‘65 Goedde

Paul ‘67 and Nancy ‘67 Mayer

Sr. Mary Francis Williams

Tim ‘80 and Theo Boots

Jeff and Tricia ‘86 Henning

Steve ‘65 and Rita ‘66 Moore

Jeff and Laurie Wilmes

Alan ‘62 and Sharon Braun

Joe ‘91 and Kalyn Herrmann

Jerry ‘79 and Cindy ‘76 Muensterman

Fr. Raymond Brenner

Brian ‘92 and Heather ‘92 Hertel

Robb ‘82 and Julie Bumb

Dan ‘78 and Laura ‘78 Hoefling

Wes and Jody ‘86 Wilmes Norbert ‘65 and Madonna ‘65 Niemeier Dave ‘79 and Anne ‘79 Wolf Fr. David Nunning

Jerry and Cherie ‘75 Burgdorf

Ron ‘59 and Kathy Hollander

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Full of Grace: Spirituality Christ is the reason for Mater Dei High School

Enter to Learn, Go Forth to Serve Catholic education is a gift passed on from one generation to another. Students at Mater Dei attend Mass monthly, participate in prayer services, and visit the school chapel as a class frequently. Every school day begins with prayer.

Students and faculty strive to build a faith community based on Gospel values and service. We respect the dignity of all within the local community so as to go forth and serve those in the global community.

Mater Dei recognizes that Christ is the unseen, yet always present spiritual guide in our classes and daily activities. Students and faculty are challenged to be 6 Red& Gold Special Edition 2013

members of the community who make a difference through charity and service to those who need it most.

Your gift to the Full of Grace Capital Campaign will support the mission of Mater Dei High School to educate young people in the faith and prepare them for the challenges of a morally complex world.

Full of Grace: Timeline

The Full of Grace: Excellence for Tomorrow Capital Campaign is the result of careful planning, listening, and prayer.

May 2011 May 2011January 2012 March 2012

Full of Grace

Full of Grace Strategic Direction Adopted by Board of Trustees Identification of Potential Projects Feasibility Study

April 2012

Campaign Approval by Board of Trustees

May 2012

Approval by Bishop Charles C. Thompson

June 2012

Select Honorary Chairs and Co-Chairs

September 2012

Invite Capital Campaign Cabinet

September 2012

Capital Campaign Cabinet Orientation

October 2012

Capital Campaign: Silent Phase

Mater Dei High School Capital Campaign

Excellence for Tomorrow

October 2012May 2013

Solicitation of 500 Individuals, Companies, and Foundations

You are Invited...

• Save the Dates and Plan on Joining Us • Join us for the

Community Kick-off

in the Kempf Auditorium

Wednesday, September 18 6:00 p.m.

New plans and details will be announced For questions or RSVPs to any of these events: Sarah Wagner, Development Director (812) 421-5727, Ext. 405 swagner@evvmaterdei.org

Alumni and Friends in the Indianapolis area

Alumni and Friends in the Chicago area

Please join us for a gathering

Please join us for a gathering

Saturday, September 21

Saturday, October 19

Hosted by Dave ’79 & Anne (Klausmeier) ’79 Wolf

Hosted by Matt Kiefer ’02

Join us for a relaxing evening of fellowship and fun with local alumni and friends of Mater Dei High School, Evansville, Indiana.

Guests will enjoy food, drinks and an update on our alma mater.

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Full of Grace: The Projects

The Full of Grace: Excellence for Tomorrow Capital Campaign will enhance all aspects of the Mater Dei experience. From the moment a student, parent, fan or visitor arrives on campus, they will see and feel the impact of this campaign. All areas of our mission – academics, social, service and spirituality – will be improved. The mark the Full of Grace campaign makes on Mater Dei High School will be a legacy left in the mind and spirit of all future graduates.

The Projects Projects and programs identified for capital improvements in the Full of Grace campaign are the result of long range campus planning, extensive interviews and research, and the educational, social and spiritual priorities of Mater Dei High School.

ACADEMICS: $705,000

Mater Dei’s Resource Program assists students in their academic pursuits through special education accommodations, testing resources, study aids, differentiated instruction and one-on-one tutoring.

At Mater Dei High School, the importance of academics and life-long learning is stressed every day. Annually, the greatest percentage of our finances is spent on the salaries and benefits of the faculty and staff which enable our students to receive a top quality education. Previous campaigns have provided for a six-classroom Science Center, Business &Technology Centers and a Main Office Suite. The Full of Grace capital campaign will build upon these improvements.

• Media Center expansion and renovation • Resource Program expansion and renovation • Technology hardware, software and infrastructure improvements • Teacher Advancement Fund • Art Department renovation

FACILITIES: $1.3 million Mater Dei High School, designed and constructed in the late 1940s, prides herself on the extended use of materials and facilities well beyond when other institutions would rebuild and replace. In time, new research and technology can enable a new project to actually reduce fixed costs, improve efficiency and enhance safety and aesthetics.

This campaign offers the community an opportunity to improve on the function, efficiency and form of the facilities and areas we use such as: • Public and Student Access Restroom Renovations and Additions - Main boys and girls restroom renovation - New handicap accessible restrooms on the Main Gymnasium ground floor Technology upgrades include new computers, servers, and wireless system upgrades.

• Campus entrance enhancement • Redesigned campus drive in/out Harmony Way • Convent and housing removal • Energy efficiency indoor lighting, HVAC sensors kitchen appliances

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Architectural rendering of proposed Media Center

October 5, 201

Materoutdoor Dei High School • Additional lighting and surveillance system Library Conceptual Rendering • Telecommunication system replacement • Main Parking Lot utility improvements - Storm drainage system repair and replacement - Power line burial - New transformer

Circle of Faith Prayer Garden The Circle of Faith Prayer Garden is an extension of the Msgr. Wolf Chapel and will be a visual and spiritual reminder of the foundation of faith which strengthens Mater Dei High School. Located on the northeast side of the building, the circular design will follow the curve of the walkway to the northeast and main entrance to school. Four areas, or quattuors, will fit together forming a cross and a brick pathway and seated area will provide space for commemorative honors. Trees and foliage will create a quiet and reflective spot for students and adults alike.

“ Throughout its rich history, our community has risen to the occasion countless times by contributing their time, talent and treasure to meet the needs of Mater Dei. We are part of the next generation whose duty it is to build upon the strong foundation established by these loyal supporters in order to assure that Mater Dei continues to provide an outstanding faith-based education.

We are passionate in our belief that a Catholic education is one of the best ways to assist parents in their vital role of preparing their children to be successful in our challenging and rapidly-changing society.”

– Dan ‘80 and Laura Niemeier ‘80 Full of Grace Campaign Co-Chairs Special Edition 2013

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Auxiliary Gym Renovation

Restroom Renovation and Addition

Main Gym Air Handling Locker Room Enhancements

Athletic Field Baseball

Turf Field

Athletic Field Football

Parking Lot Lighting

Track Athletic Field Practice Field

Parking Addition

The Full of Grace: Excellence for Tomorrow Capital Campaign will dramatically enhance the entire campus at Mater Dei. All students will benefit from these much needed campus improvements.

The Red-labeled items are Full of Grace projects, and the Gold-labeled items are considered visionary projects that will be completed in future years.

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Prayer Garden and Circle of Faith

Parking Addition Entrance Enhancements and Digital Marquee

Media Center Expansion and Renovation Future Technology Art Department Renovation

Resource Program Enhancements

Parking Addition

Tennis Courts

Full of Grace Projects Visionary Projects

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Campus Improvements Rendering provided by Bernardin Lochmueller & Associates, Inc.

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Full of Grace: The Projects

Social/Extracurricular: $2.36 million

At Mater Dei High School, more than 4 out 5 students participate in an athletic activity. If extracurricular activities are included, this number increases to 9 out of 10 students. Factor in active and growing feeder school level participation, and the number of students affected expands exponentially. The opportunity to teach and learn is not only limited to the classroom, but extends to the practice and playing fields. For the first time, athletics, extracurricular and campus green space functions will be enhanced by efforts in the Full of Grace: Excellence for Tomorrow campaign through: • Athletic Fields – On Campus - Dedicated Baseball Field - Dedicated Football Field - Multi-purpose artificial turf on football field.

Additional use for teams, physical education classes and activities, such as soccer, lacrosse, softball, baseball, band, etc.

- New Six-Court Tennis Center - Fully graded and sprinkler system side Athletic Field - Site preparation for Visionary Track & Field project and Field House • Athletic Fields – Off Campus – Moutoux Soccer Fields - Moutoux Soccer Field improvements - now operated

by Mater Dei Soccer • Auxiliary Gymnasium Renovation • Boys & Girls Locker Room Renovations

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Mater Dei Tuition Assistance Fund - $500,000 Catholic education is one of the primary ways we can grow in faith as individuals, families and as a Church. To offer this opportunity to everyone, sometimes assistance is necessary and to achieve this goal, the Full of Grace campaign will create: In 2012-2013, more than $200,000 in tuition assistance was provided to 80 recipients at Mater Dei High School.

This represents 16% of the student body. The purpose of the Tuition Assistance Fund is to increase the resources available to assist more families wanting to attend Mater Dei High School.

Visionary Projects Many projects and programs have been identified during the feasibility and research phase of the campaign. Some were not able to be included in the primary projects of the campaign, but are still important to the long range plans of Mater Dei High School. These were identified as Visionary Projects and include: • New 6-8 lane track • Parking expansion

“ This campaign will enhance the academic, spiritual and extracurricular experience for students while also enabling more students, regardless of financial status, to attend Mater Dei. At Mater Dei, excellence is a result of hard work, zealous dedication, visionary planning and a deep abiding faith.

Over the years, sacrifices were made by countless people to give us the school we have today. Today, it is our turn to be a part of adding to this rich tradition of excellence.”

– Gil and Marcia Jochem Full of Grace Campaign Co-Chairs

• Main Gymnasium air handling • Technology hardware, software and infrastructure

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Full of Grace: Our Progress

The following is a tentative timeline for completing projects identified in the capital campaign. Mater Dei is committed to completing projects as dollars are available, and we will not assume any debt as a result of this campaign. Donors are able to restrict their gifts to specific projects. If a project is fully funded, it may be moved ahead of schedule.

“Technology is important to me because it helps me learn faster, easier and more efficiently. If we integrate more technology, students will have an easier time learning and more fun as a result.”

– Justin Lyons, junior at Mater Dei

2013-2014

2016-2017

Media Center Resource Program Energy Efficiency Upgrades Parking Lot Lighting Phone System Soccer Fields Baseball Field Technology Tuition Assistance Teacher Advancement

Auxiliary Gym Security Cameras Technology Tuition Assistance Teacher Advancement Resource Program

2014-2015

2017-2018 Tennis Courts Technology Tuition Assistance Teacher Advancement

Convent Removal and Entrance Enhancement Prayer Garden Kitchen Digital Marquee and Signage Technology Tuition Assistance Teacher Advancement Resource Program

2015-2016 Restroom Renovation and Addition

“ I’m really excited about going to Mater Dei because there are a lot of opportunities here. I can’t wait to be a Mater Dei Wildcat!”

– Emma Peerman, student at Resurrection Catholic School and Mater Dei Class of 2021

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Locker Rooms Art Department Technology Tuition Assistance Teacher Advancement Resource Program

“ I’m really excited about attending Mater Dei and experiencing all that it has to offer. I’m a future Wildcat!”

– Blaise Kelley, student at St. Wendel Catholic School and Mater Dei Class of 2021

Full of Grace: Your Support Our Goal: $ 4.6 Million

$ 3.3 Million Raised

Your Support will Make a Difference The support of the entire community is essential to the future of Mater Dei. All gifts, no matter the amount, are important. Please invest in Catholic education by completing the enclosed donor form.

Please contact Dr. Timothy Dickel, President, at tdickel@evvmaterdei.org, or Sarah Wagner, Development Director, at swagner@evvmaterdei.org, or at 812-421-5727 Mater Dei High School is grateful for the generosity of all who contribute to the campaign through their time, talent, and treasure!

From the Bishop “Catholic education at Mater Dei High School is known for its excellence in academics, discipline, and even athletics. Despite any and all success in these areas, the ultimate value of the school is the transmission of faith. Our Catholic faith is meant to be lived in and outside of the classroom. We are blessed to have Mater Dei as a part of the educational mission of the westside parishes. I ask for your prayers and encourage your generous support of this campaign.”

– Most Reverend Charles C. Thompson, D.D., JCL

Bishop of the Diocese of Evansville

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How Can I Help?

As you prayerfully consider the options for supporting the Full of Grace: Excellence for Tomorrow Capital Campaign, please reflect on the positive impact that Mater Dei has made in your life, in the lives of family and friends, and in the greater community. Support of this campaign can extend that impact to a new generation of students and families.

Gifts are tax deductible and may be committed over a five year pledge period.

Cash Gifts Cash is the most common way to give. Gifts can be made by cash, check or debit/credit card donations (Visa, Mastercard). Many employers will match your gift to Mater Dei High School.

Gifts of Securities (Stock or Bonds) A gift of appreciated securities is one way to make a significant contribution at a reduced cost to you.

Federal tax laws allow a charitable deduction for the full market value of the securities on the date of your gift.*

Gifts from IRA In 2013 the Federal Government, through the American Taxpayer Relief Act of 2012, extended the benefit of making charitable contributions directly from an Individual Retirement Account (IRA) to a qualifying organization, such as Mater Dei High School. The amount of the contribution will not only be received in full (with no income taxes removed), but count toward a person’s Required Minimum Distribution (RMD) in 2013, if 70 ½ years of age or older.*

Gifts of Real Estate A residence, vacation home, farm, acreage, or vacant lot may have appreciated in value, so its sale may mean a sizable capital gains tax. Gifting the property eliminates this tax and allows the donor to receive a charitable deduction for the full fair market value of the property.

* Security (stock or bonds) and IRA transfers are simple transactions through Mater Dei High School’s Hilliard Lyons account. Please contact the Mater Dei Advancement Office, 812-421-5727, to discuss your plans and receive details on how to make your gift.

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In Kind Gifts If you would like to support one or more of the projects with your time and talent, there may be opportunities to help. We are in need of various products and supplies to complete many of the campaign projects. In addition, opportunities to volunteer as a skilled worker exist throughout the time frame of the campaign. Companies are also encouraged to consider support of the campaign through labor or materials.

For more information on how you can support Mater Dei, please contact Dr. Timothy A. Dickel, President, at tdickel@evvmaterdei.org or Sarah Wagner, Development Director at swagner@evvmaterdei.org or (812) 421-5727.

Planned

Giving Regardless of how you choose to support the Full of Grace Capital Campaign, you are invited to support Mater Dei through planned giving.

You can help support Mater Dei through bequests, endowments, charitable trusts, annuities and life insurance. Many planned gifts do not have a minimum contribution amount. A planned gift will qualify you for membership in the Ave Maria Society, the Mater Dei Planned Giving and Endowment Society.

Support for Full of Grace “My family sacrificed to grant me the privilege to receive a superlative education at Mater Dei. My teachers, coaches and administrators inspired me to cultivate knowledge that I utilized throughout my academic and athletic career, and to this day, in everyday life. They provided the values and laid the foundation to pursue excellence and succeed at the highest level in all activities. For this I am truly grateful. To ensure that this premier quality of education continues into the future, the Capital Campaign is essential to continued success, in both academics and athletics, at our beloved Mater Dei. This is why I have and will always support this outstanding institution.”

– Matt Kiefer ‘02

“I very strongly believe that the faith-filled education that Mater Dei provides is invaluable.

Students learn in an environment that nurtures and deepens their faith and are taught to be service oriented throughout their adult lives. The discipline required for students to succeed at Mater Dei helps them cope with the challenges they encounter in the world of work and in their family life. Mater Dei grads have distinguished themselves as leaders in their communities and in their professions, a trend that will surely continue with the excellent education that the school offers and which the campaign makes possible for more students for generations to come.”

– Sister Mary Carmel, OSB, Principal at Mater Dei 1968 -1981

“I am not an alumnus of Mater Dei, but I have six brothers and one sister who graduated from Mater Dei. I am a product of Catholic schools having attended St. Wendel Grade School and St. Meinrad for high school. I have always been a supporter of Catholic schools.

During my 16 years at Resurrection, I had a lot of wonderful experiences with Mater Dei, and that’s why I continue to support Catholic education and Mater Dei High School.”

– Father Raymond Brenner

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Commemorative Opportunities Commemorative

Spiritual Areas:

Circle of Faith Commemorative Plaque (small)* Circle of Faith Commemorative Plaque (medium)* Circle of Faith Commemorative Plaque (large)* Circle of Faith Prayer Garden Quattuor (2 reserved) Theology Classrooms

Number Available

Cost per Commemorative

500 250 100 4 2

$1,000 $2,500 $5,000 $25,000 $100,000

1 1 1 12 1 2 1

$50,000 $100,000 $150,000 $100,000 $100,000 $100,000 $500,000

1 2 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 6

$1,000,000 $50,000 $250,000 $250,000 $50,000 $250,000 $50,000 $250,000 $50,000 $250,000 $250,000 $50,000 $150,000 $25,000

unlimited unlimited

$8,500 $34,000

unlimited

$10,000

Academic Areas: Main Office (reserved) Art Classroom Resource & Learning Support Center Core Course Classrooms (English, History, Math & Science) Foreign Language Classroom Koch Science Laboratory Classrooms Media Center (reserved)

Extracurricular & Social Areas: Main Gymnasium Main Gymnasium Boys & Girls Locker Rooms Auxiliary Gym – Basketball/Volleyball Center Auxiliary Gym – Wrestling Center Athletic Office Field – Football (reserved) Football Scoreboard Field – Baseball Baseball Scoreboard Field – Varsity Soccer – Moutoux Fields Field – Soccer Soccer Filed House at Moutoux Fields Tennis Center Tennis Courts – Individual (3 reserved)

Tuition Assistance: Sponsor a Student (1 year) Sponsor a Student (4 years)

Other: Circle of Celebration Plaque**

*The Circle of Faith Commemorative Plaques will offer individual(s) or groups to select an inscription to be engraved and placed in the Circle of Faith Prayer Garden.

Character size and length will be determined based on the various specifications.

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**The Circle of Celebration Plaque will include any gift of $10,000 or more to the Full of Grace capital campaign to permanently recognize our generous donors.

Please pray with us...

Full of Grace Mater Dei High School Capital Campaign

Excellence for Tomorrow Almighty and Eternal Father, you have greatly blessed Mater Dei High School:

A school dedicated to Mary, the Mother of God. Guide us as we plan for the future of our beloved school.

Countless people have sacrificed to make this school what it is today.

We now dedicate ourselves to continue the work of those who came before us.

May the Full of Grace Capital Campaign, help us provide a Catholic education for many more generations of students.

Inspire us to be generous with our time, talent, and treasure and help us recognize that all good gifts come from you.

Through the intercession of Mary, Mater Dei, we pray that our commitment to building the kingdom of God

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Office of Institutional Advancement 1300 Harmony Way • Evansville, IN 47720 Return service requested

You are Invited...

• Save the Dates and Plan on Joining Us • Join us for the

Community Kick-off

in the Kempf Auditorium

Wednesday, September 18 6:00 p.m.

New plans and details will be announced For questions or RSVPs to any of these events: Sarah Wagner, Development Director (812) 421-5727, Ext. 405 swagner@evvmaterdei.org

Alumni and Friends Alumni and Friends in the Indianapolis area in the Chicago area Please join us for a gathering

Please join us for a gathering

Saturday, September 21

Saturday, October 19

Hosted by Dave ’79 & Anne (Klausmeier) ’79 Wolf

Hosted by Matt Kiefer ’02

Join us for a relaxing evening of fellowship and fun with local alumni and friends of Mater Dei High School, Evansville, Indiana.

Guests will enjoy food, drinks and an update on our alma mater.

Full of Grace Mater Dei High School Capital Campaign

Excellence for Tomorrow