CBA Syracuse Alumni Newsletter - Summer 2021

From the CBA President

Dear CBA Alumni, Parents, Faculty, and Friends,

Earlier this year, a parent of a recent graduate proudly showed me photographs of a beautiful quilt they made for their child. The front of the quilt was made up of standard size squares, each representing an activity that their child was involved in at CBA. Presented together in this format, all of the squares depicted the widely diverse activities that make the CBA experience so profound. Our school community offers so much: athletics, the arts, campus ministry, and an enormous range of clubs from E-Sports to Model United Nations. Reading our newsletter, visiting our website, or following us on social media all make it abundantly clear that ours is a diverse student body, involved in diverse activities. It is our Lasallian mission, and the people who demonstrate it in their life’s work, that weave the common thread that binds our CBA family together.

Brother Tom Johnson, former Vicar General for the Institute of the Christian Brothers said, “All Lasallians must view themselves as teachers whether you serve in a classroom, a guidance office, in the administration, on the board, or anywhere on the staff. The genius of De La Salle is that he saw teaching as a community activity.”

We are all called to this Lasallian mission of educating young people through our own unique vocation. There is no hierarchy in vocational callings - the maintenance, finance, advancement, and office staffs, alongside our teaching faculty, all contribute to the beauty of CBA that is presented to the world - the front of the quilt.

This issue of Brothers Magazine celebrates those unsung heroes among us, those who are responsible for the stitches that bind the back of the quilt together. These heroes are not typically the people we see at CBA events, or on the website, or in the commercials. But, without their hard work, devotion, and tenacity, the reality of Christian Brothers Academy as an institution would not be possible.

In a year filled with challenges, but also stories of extraordinary perseverance, we recognize and celebrate our own unsung heroes. These individuals and their departments have gone above and beyond to maintain a rigorous education throughout this pandemic, while infusing grace into all that we are as a CBA community. In the face of challenging circumstances, our community persevered. CBA in our mind’s eye depicts images of concerts, athletics, clubs, and events like graduation or Senior Ball. It portrays academic accomplishments and service to others. But behind those images are these community members, among many who go above and beyond. We want to tell you about their contributions.

We also include in these pages some iconic CBA heroes who have passed on to join their loving God in the last few months. W. Dennis Owen, AFSC ’44, Robert Congel ’54, Dr. Dennis DePerro, and Coach John Passonno each demonstrated their love for and loyalty to Christian Brothers Academy. We honor them, we cherish them, we miss them.

To all unsung heroes in every industry across our country, thank you for the many ways you sustained our communities over the past year. To our CBA family, because of all of you, we emerge from this pandemic as an even stronger community, bound together by our shared Lasallian mission. The front of our quilt radiates with accomplishments, yet it is the stitches, the unsung heroes, that hold us all together.

As we enter the glorious and hopefully less sheltered weeks of summer break, continued best wishes to each of you!

God bless,

Mr. Matthew Keough President

Board of Trustees 2020-2021 Chair

Mrs. Victoria

Rev. Cliff Auth | Mr. Charles Breuer ‘01 | Mr. William Brower, III

Mr. Donald DeKay ’72 | Mr. Thomas Fletcher ’75 | Mr. Christopher Fulco, Ed.D.

Mrs. Camille Hill | Br. Joseph Juliano, FSC

Mr. Bryan Menar | Mrs. Holly Morganti | Mr. John J. Murphy IV ’90

Mr. Duane Owens ’81 | Mr. Matthew Paulus ‘00

Mr. Robert Scott, AFSC | Mr. John Sindoni, AFSC ’63 | Mr. Vince Spina

Mrs. Elizabeth Storinge Sullivan ’89 | Mr. Carl Thomas ‘91

Mr. Robert Waters ’66

Honorary Board Members

Mr. Edward Barno | Msgr. Ronald Bill ’49 | Mr. James Breuer ’68

Mr. William Bush | Mr. Paul Drescher | Mr. Ernest Etoll ’53

Br. Gabriel Fiumano, FSC ’47 | Mr. Robert Gang, Jr. ’35

Mr. Kevin Harrigan ’65 | Mr. Alfred Krause | Mr. John Marshall, AFSC ‘67

Mr. R. Daniel McCarthy ‘66 | Mr. Edward Moses ’61

Mr. Daniel Murphy ’65 | Mr. John D. Murphy ’77 | Mr. Anthony Oliva

Mrs. Eileen Oliva | Mr. Joseph T. Scuderi ’53 | Mrs. Doreen Simmons

Alumni Association Officers

President

Mr. Michael Vavonese ’76

Vice President

Mr. Carl Thomas, Jr. ’91

Secretary

Dr. Leo Massaro ’91

Treasurer

Dr. Vincent Sportelli ’71

CBA Advancement Staff

Director of Advancement

Mrs. Patricia Callahan

Associate Director of Annual Giving and Alumni Relations

Ms. Meredith Page

Director of Special Events and Programs

Mrs. Annemarie Mosley Communications Director (Newsletter Editor)

Ms. Judy Salamone

Database and Donor Stewardship Manager

Ms. Natalie Burgwin

On the Cover

William Dennis Owen, AFSC ’44 transformed CBA with his time, talent and treasure. He passed away on February 23, 2021 after a long illness.

In this issue, we honor Dennis Owen and other heroes past and present.

A Special Thanks To Our Teachers

This CBA heroes issue would not be complete without honoring our incredible CBA faculty heroes as well!

THANK YOU for all you have done this past year to further the mission of De La Salle:

• Touching the hearts of those under your care in new ways

• Performing miracles every single day

• Going above and beyond on behalf of your students

Our faculty is the best!!

Heroes We've Lost

William Dennis Owen, AFSC ’44

William Dennis Owen, ever grateful for the opportunity of a CBA education, served his Alma Mater to the very best of his ability, with enthusiasm, generosity, wisdom, and a ferocity that engaged countless fellow alumni and many friends through the years.

At CBA, Dennis proved himself high-spirited and hardworking, enormously popular and lightning fast on the basketball court. Twice he was named an All-City athlete, and he also earned the outstanding player award at the 1944 Little Falls State Catholic Invitational. Margaret Byrne Owen, his charming Irish mother, legendarily bartered with the Brothers to take her son for half tuition. Dennis paid the other half by peddling newspapers near his home in Solvay.

After serving his country in the Naval Air Corps, Dennis returned to graduate from Georgetown University. He joined his father in Syracuse as a manufacturer’s representative at the W.S. Owen Company. In 1954, Dennis married Eleanor Sullivan, and together they began the challenging work of raising eight children.

In 1960, Dennis was recruited by CBA as chair for the fundraising drive for the new school on Randall Road, and he has since figured prominently–as Trustee and Honorary trustee, in CBA’s decision-making, fund-raising and financial management.

Robert J. Congel ’54

From his Northside roots among a multi-generational Syracuse family, to Christian Brothers Academy and then to becoming one of the most influential and forward-thinking men in this country, Robert J. Congel built upon a strong foundation – both literally and figuratively.

His education as a Brothers Boy served Bob well. After graduating from Fordham University, he began his adult work life as a construction industry contractor, following in his grandfather’s footsteps, using equipment he borrowed from the family business - Mondo Construction. Building upon his success, Bob ultimately became a property developer. As Managing Partner of The Pyramid Companies, he had an incredibly exciting and successful career. Pyramid's flagship property - Destiny USA in Syracuse - is New York's largest shopping center and the sixth largest in the U.S., attracting visitors from all over the globe. Under his watch, The Pyramid Companies became recognized as an industry leader on multiple fronts - through hard work, innovation, persistence and determination.

Without exaggeration, Dennis Owen was the driver behind the success of every fundraising effort in CBA’s history.

In addition to his treasured encouragement and advice through the years, Dennis Owen is the largest single donor in the history of Christian Brothers Academy. Dozens of students have been impacted by his foresight in initiating the school’s endowment fund and subsequently creating the W. Dennis Owen Scholarship Fund which, in any given year, supports approximately 20 students at the school.

In 1983, Dennis was awarded the designation of Affiliated Brother, a rare honor which officially associated him with the Brothers of the Christian Schools. In addition, Dennis was presented with the Alumni Association’s Purple and Gold Award in 1995 and was inducted in the School’s Lasallian Athletic Hall of Fame in 2002.

Christian Brothers Academy has been transformed by the time, talent and treasure of William Dennis Owen. He passed away on February 23, 2021 after an extended illness. He leaves behind his children, grandchildren and great grandchildren, and the Christian Brothers Academy Family, who celebrate this hero in the most loving and profound way. His memory lives all around us, in the buildings he helped build, the funds he helped raise, the friends and classmates who share those memories and most importantly, among the graduates and current students whose lives have been transformed by the opportunities he presented. May his spirit soar, may we remember him always, may he live in our hearts forever!

Very much involved in the Syracuse community, Bob was affiliated with many civic organizations. Throughout his career, he served as director of a number of businesses and groups, including Fay’s Drug Company, Unity Mutual Life Insurance Company, the Metropolitan Development Association, and the Greater Syracuse Chamber of Commerce. Among the awards Bob has received are the Simon Le Moyne Medal from Le Moyne College, and the annual Syracuse Marketing Award: “The Crystal Ball Award.” The Syracuse Women’s Federation Club named Bob “The Post Standard Achiever of the Year.”

Bob and his wife Suzanne Flannagan Congel enjoyed the outdoors and travel. The Congels have five children: Beth, Scott, Mark, Sheila and Stephen, and nearly two dozen grandchildren, who they both adored. In fact, Bob was convinced that his greatest accomplishment in life was his wonderful family.

Bob faithfully served his beloved CBA as a longtime member of the Board of Trustees, presiding as Chair of the Board and spear-heading the campaign which resulted in the creation of new football, baseball and tennis facilities in the mid 1980’s. As an Honorary Board member, Bob continued to display his loyalty to the school through his abundant generosity. He was presented with the Alumni Association’s Purple and Gold Award in 2006. For CBA, he will always be a hero, whose acts of generosity and fortitude were impactful and appreciated by the institution he loved so much. Bob died peacefully on February 3, 2021. He was 85 years old.

Dr. Dennis R. DePerro CBA Parent And Trustee

A Buffalo native, Dennis DePerro spent his entire 39-year career in college administration. Dennis worked in admissions and alumni relations at his Alma Mater, Canisius College from 1982-1990. From 1990-95, he was the Dean of Admissions and Financial Aid at Marietta College in Ohio. Dennis then went to Le Moyne College in 1995, where the student population rose sharply during his 18 years as Vice President for Enrollment.

Dennis assumed the St. Bonaventure University Presidency on June 1, 2017, and in less than four years, oversaw the arrival of the three largest freshman classes in the last 11 years. He implemented new enrollment and marketing strategies, championed new academic program development, and embraced a strategic plan because he respected the tireless work of the people who built the plan and was a willing collaborator to help make it better.

John Passonno CBA Golf Coach

John Passonno was born and raised in Troy, NY. He attended the University of Miami and was a member of the golf team. After graduation, he took a position as the teaching assistant PGA golf professional at the Country Club of Miami. John moved back north after a couple of nice years in the sun, to join his father in business as a manufacturer's representative. In 1969, he married Janice, and they had three children, Kristin, Jennifer and John Jr. He was an example of how to be a bright light in the community, being a good person, and always treating others as he would like to be treated.

In 1998, John was inducted into the Troy High School Sports Hall of Fame, being recognized for both golf and baseball. He was a past President and Board Member for both the Syracuse Golf Association and the Syracuse University Basketball program’s Hardwood Club.

In the mid 1980’s, John became the boys varsity golf coach for Christian Brothers Academy, a role he held and cherished for 35 years. He loved teaching the young men about not only the

Dennis and his wife, Sherry became involved with Christian Brothers Academy when their sons, Andrew ’13 and Matthew ’16 matriculated at the school. Dennis was invited to join the CBA Board of Trustees and did so with enthusiasm. At the time, he was Vice President for Enrollment at Le Moyne and brought incredible expertise to the Board and to the Enrollment Management Committee. Fortunately for CBA, Dennis served as chair of that committee and provided valuable insights and advice to the Board and to the administration.

Dennis died on March 1, 2021 at Crouse Hospital in Syracuse as a result of complications from COVID-19. He was 62. The CBA family celebrates the life and mourns the death of Dennis DePerro. Far beyond his professional contributions, Dennis brought his joie de vivre, his passion for education, and his admiration for the Brothers and the Lasallian mission to CBA. His fellow Trustees, CBA parents, faculty and staff members, and students at the school adored the man that was Dennis DePerro and he loved us back. He will always be a hero in our eyes.

game of golf, but what it means to be a gentleman on and off the course. He always stressed proper etiquette and honesty.

Coach Passonno’s teams won plenty of matches during his time coaching. In fact, during his tenure, the Brothers earned 16 league championships and nine Section III titles.

Coach Passonno couldn’t have been so successful without an internal fire. CBA golfer Joe Nicholson, a junior, remembered his first varsity match as a seventh grader. Nicholson said Passonno told him he had three rules: have fun, count all the strokes and kick some derriere. That competitive bluntness surprised Nicholson, who recognized that Coach was also a great teacher and that he taught them how to be good people on and off the course.

Ultimately, CBA Director of Athletics Buddy Wleklinski thinks Passonno’s legacy will live on in the impact made on his golfers. “He made a difference in his players’ lives. I guess you can’t be given a greater compliment than that,” Wleklinski said.

John Passonno passed away peacefully on February 21, 2021, surrounded by loved ones, at home with hospice care after a hard-fought battle with cancer. He was 78 years old. After decades as CBA’s Varsity Golf Coach, his influence is undeniable, his hero status proven. The CBA community is better for having "Coach P" among its ranks.

Our Humble Heroes

On March 16, 2020, life as we knew it at CBA and across our nation, came to a screeching halt. Schools in New York State were forced to close due to the Covid-19 pandemic. Students were asked to empty everything out of their lockers and bring it home. Faculty and staff scrambled gathering lesson plans and learning new technologies. Remote learning was to become the new norm. At that time, no one knew if it would last for a month, three months, or six months. The only thing known, was the unknown.

CBA families, faculty, and staff were forced to adjust to this new style of learning and teaching. They were at the forefront. One hundred percent remote learning was the norm for the remainder of spring semester. A hybrid platform was implemented for back to school in the fall, and finally a full return to the classroom in April 2021. Behind the scenes, a number of individuals on staff made this all possible, without missing a beat, and without much recognition.

“Hero: a person who in the face of danger combats adversity through feats of ingenuity, courage or strength.”

Throughout this pandemic, many individuals have been heralded as heroes. We present a few individuals who performed heroically and in most cases under the radar. Meet some of CBA’s Heroes.

Bob Bewley

Project Manager of CBA’s School Reopening Committee, Health and Physical Education Department Faculty Member and Department Chair, Boys Varsity Swim Team Coach, 2018 Lasallian Educator of the Year

Bob answered the call from CBA President Matt Keough, for this huge responsibility with the humility, willingness, and strength of character that he draws from as an administrator, teacher, and coach. Always quick to give credit to others, he spent the summer boning up on regulations from the CDC, New York State, and Onondaga County and researching and reaching out to other schools and colleges in our region so that he would have the knowledge needed for this critical task. His leadership style is that of collaboration and empowerment, which led to an extremely effective and efficient reopening.

What was your role during the pandemic—what did you have to do so the school could continue to function, reopen in September, and continue to operate today?

“I'm the last person to be considered a hero. I see myself as a part of a team. Mr. Keough was the coach, and I was the captain that served as his liaison between his ideas and the committee members. If you remember that Mr. Keough was transitioning from principal to president and had to accomplish the vital roles of both positions. I served him best by being a resource for all the committee chairs. I believe it helped CBA position itself as a leader in the Covid-19 response, but more importantly it allowed our students and families (and staff) to feel confident we had a safe effective plan to reopen school.”

What was your biggest challenge/struggle?

“My personal challenges were the balance between my role as (as Mr. Roache coined, ‘czar’) and teaching. Principal Brillante was a huge help. When I was torn between the two worlds, she reserved a substitute teacher so the classes would still continue. The biggest challenge for me personally, was once the boys swimming season started and my two-way time pie was now a three-way time pie.

“The layout of the committee structure and Mr. Keough’s total reliance and faith in the committees made the process, while stressful at times, actually go very smoothly. While other districts struggled and at times had to start over, we sailed through the choppy waters fairly smoothly.”

One word to describe the pandemic and the last year?

“I don't have a word to describe the pandemic year, but more of a total restoration in the faith of good people coming together to perform a service for their community.”

Brenda Mulhern

Director of Operations: Finance, Maintenance, Technology, and Food Services

Brenda’s oversight of the many facets of school operations during the course of the pandemic was nothing short of remarkable. Her creativity, ongoing research and analysis, attention to detail, and awareness of parental concerns (she is mom to CBA sophomores, Ryan and Zachary) gave important credence to her recommendations and decision-making. Few in the CBA community are aware of all of the hats worn by our adept CFO or the steadfastness with which she approaches the many duties within her realm.

What was your/your staff’s role during the pandemic-what did you have to do so the school could continue to function, reopen in September, and continue to operate today?

“My job during the pandemic was to oversee the Finance, Technology, and Maintenance departments. This was a very challenging time for all staff members. Maintenance had the responsibility to create a safe and secure environment for all CBA family members to return. At the start of the pandemic, I realized that PPE was going to be in short supply, as I followed the news stories from around the world. I worked with Jim Stoltz, Maintenance manager, and had him pre-order many items and stockpile to make sure we had the PPE necessary for employees and students to return. This also allowed us to take advantage of lower prices before demand for the products grew in our area. We also monitored closely the county initiatives and took advantage of products available to schools at free or reduced costs. We also spent many hours developing a cleaning schedule, re-opening plan, creating space and equipment for temperature taking, in addition to organizing furniture as CDC recommendations changed. Technology had to be purchased and distributed to make sure all our teachers, staff, administration and students were able to access the learning platforms, no matter where they were located. We deployed hot spots, Chromebooks, and laptops to several students and employees. In addition, we purchased and installed many software packages that allowed us to continue to educate our students who were now at home instead of in school. The technology department spent many hours training teachers, staff members, students, and parents with the new platform of learning, in addition to always being on call to troubleshoot. They are still creating and modifying our systems as we have students that are in the building and those that are still hybrid.

“Finance had the job of making sure bills were paid, salaries were paid, and tuition was collected during uncertain times. Families were losing jobs, health issues were forcing families to miss work, parents had to leave jobs to stay home with younger children not allowed to attend day care and people were just scared to enter the community with the uncertainty of an unknown germ circulating and the potential risks that could cause harm to themselves or their families. There was also lots of speculation that our economy would collapse. Many hours have been invested trying to secure funding from all possible resources to minimize the financial impact the virus could have on our school. We secured funding from the Cares Act, PPP loans, Title money and EANS. All these programs provided funding to respond to the coronavirus. Funding sources have allowed us to purchase technology, maintain adequate supplies of PPE and continue to pay our operational expenses during the pandemic.”

What was your biggest challenge/struggle?

“The biggest challenge was to create an environment where students, parents and employees felt safe and secure.”

One word to

describe the pandemic

and the last year?

“The best word to describe the pandemic is ‘heartbreak’. The fact that millions of people lost their lives is heartbreaking. It will take families months, or even years to get back to ‘normal’.

The vaccine distribution, funding from the government, jobless claims decreasing is helping but there is still shock, disbelief, anxiety and anger that a pandemic hit our world and took so many beautiful people. I know our CBA community will return stronger, wiser and will not only assist our adolescents and family members, but we will be better equipped on how to handle a crisis and how to assist others when a crisis happens again.”

Lori Walker School Nurse

Lori’s knowledge of her craft and the care and compassion with which she approaches every child make her an ideal school nurse. What set her apart during the pandemic was her thorough grasp of guidelines even as they changed irregularly; her ability to adapt and think creatively when trying to address seemingly insurmountable tasks; her empathy toward her “patients” and their families as each faced unique concerns.

What was your role during the pandemic-what did you have to do so the school could continue to function, reopen in September and continue to operate today?

“My role as school nurse during the pandemic obviously grew. Last spring and summer and continuing throughout, I co-chaired with Kathleen Hanson (Counselor) the Student Safety and Wellness Reopening Subcommittee. My committee was responsible for creating safety policies and protocols for faculty and staff. When students were actually in school again in September, I worked directly with the local Health Department to complete contract tracing of all students and staff. If students needed to be in quarantine, I had to contact them and their parents. Each day, I check the Health Assessment to make sure students who are ill or had an exposure are not present in the building. Also on a daily basis, I report to New York State students who are positive. I am also responsible for testing for our studentathletes twice a week. I have more frequent contact with parents regarding illness and refer students for Covid-19 tests and medical doctor referral for return to school protocol.”

What was your biggest challenge/struggle?

“I wouldn't say it was a struggle or challenge, but I would say what I really dread doing is having to call parents to tell them their child has been put on quarantine for 10 days. That is heartbreaking for me.”

One word to describe the pandemic and the last year?

“One word ....really??? That's impossible as so many words come to mind. I'm going with two. I always try to keep things on a positive note... So I will say COMMUNITY... but I have to add UNSETTLING too.”

Our Humble Heroes

Jim Stoltz Maintenance Manager

Jim is a “Jack of all trades” and addresses problems with an open and creative mind, leading to efficient, effective solutions. The challenges around facilities management were many and varied from storage needs to designing layouts around pandemic rules and regulations. Jim and his staff stepped in and stepped up, quietly assessing physical plant issues, determining the best solution, and getting it all done with nary a problem.

What was your/your staff’s role during the pandemic-what did you have to do so the school could continue to function, reopen in September, and continue to operate today?

“When Covid hit, we emptied every classroom of desks and chairs and rearranged the school (social distance). It took a lot of measuring. We loaded two trailers with all the extra furniture. Prior to opening back up in September, we created spray bottles and wipes and placed ‘covid kits’ in every classroom and office which included gloves and masks. We covered urinals and sinks in all bathrooms for social distance. We spray every morning all areas of the entire school and do it during each lunch period. We are constantly unloading supplies that are delivered to school. My staff has worked so hard and makes sure every day that areas are disinfected and safe for students and staff.”

What was your biggest challenge/struggle?

“The biggest challenge is locating and maintaining proper amounts of disinfectant and PPE equipment.”

One word to describe the pandemic and the last year? “Disruptive.”

Frank D’Agostino Technology Department

Frank and the Technology Team operated behind the scenes throughout the pandemic to deliver the best possible technology to CBA teachers, staff, and students – in school and remote. They pivoted on a dime to address critical needs, perhaps the most critical during the physically distanced lives we all lived for weeks and months on end. Without technological services, CBA would have ceased to function.

What was your role during the pandemic-what did you have to do so the school could continue to function, reopen in September, and continue to operate today?

“I don’t think it’s possible to properly state the role the Technology Department played during the pandemic, while staying true to the theme of Humble Heroes. We developed a Technology Loan Program to equip students with Chromebooks and internet access, literally over a weekend. We also worked with Assistant Principal, Steve Garraffo, and teachers Amanda Webster, and Connor Carroll to develop a professional development program for teachers to provide continuity of education during the pandemic over that same weekend. We developed, on-the-fly, instructional materials on best practices for teachers to use while teaching remotely. We troubleshot technology issues for students, parents, faculty, staff, and administration over the phone and using remote access technology. All of that was week one. We got tired. We got cranky. We got stressed. We got through the year.

“Beginning in late spring 2020 and through the summer and in this school year, we’ve worked with re-opening committees to develop methods for classes to function in a socially distanced environment, for students to get checked in and have attendance taken, and for remote learners to stay part of the CBA community. Edward Hilliard worked incredibly hard to, among many, many other things, input and refine the hybrid schedule right up to when we opened our doors in September. And then he did it again when we switched back to in-person classes.”

What was your biggest challenge/struggle?

“Our biggest struggle, like everyone’s, is uncertainty. The reality of not knowing how best to proceed, how long the pandemic will last, and who in our families, both in our personal families and in our collective CBA family, will get sick, is constantly on our minds.”

One word to describe the pandemic and the last year?

“If I had to describe the pandemic and the last year in one word, it would be ‘uncertainty.’ We began the pandemic without a functioning federal government and very little information about how to stay safe. We didn’t know if a vaccine was coming or how long it would take. We didn’t know if the economy could continue, or if there would be widespread shortages of food and basic supplies. We didn’t know if CBA could continue to operate or if enrollment would drop to an unsustainable level. We didn’t know if we would live through it.”

Pictured (front): Chrissy Ornoski. (L-R); Jim Veverka, Pat O’Laughlin, and Jim Stoltz

Pictured (l-r): Mark Legler, Frank D’Agostino, Ed Hilliard

Heard in the Halls

More Than 700 Students Return To School For Five Day In-Person Learning

The day the CBA community was waiting for, finally came. On Tuesday, April 6, more than 700 students returned to school for five day a week in-person learning. It was the first time that the entire student body was on campus since March 16, 2020, when schools closed down due to the Covid-19 pandemic.

Cheerleaders greeted students at each of the designated entrances, enthusiastically welcoming them as they made their way through the doors, prior to temperature checks. Homeroom was extended for 45 minutes as students listened to a welcome back address from President Matt Keough.

Homeroom teachers showed their classrooms a safety protocol Power Point, before students headed out to their first full day in class alongside most of their classmates. Prior to the return to full time in-person, CBA was operating on a hybrid schedule

Students Inducted Into National Honor Society

More than 150 students were inducted into the Brother Adolphus Chapter of the National Honor Society in two separate in-person ceremonies for the Class of 2021 and the Class of 2022 on Thursday, April 22 in the John Lynch Gymnasium.

A candle lighting ceremony outlining the characteristics of NHS members, recognized students for their academic excellence. Fifty-six students received awards from various colleges and universities for outstanding achievements.

Rachel Farella, Abigail Greenfield, Michael Heyboer, Thomas Homik, Abby Kambhampaty, Rena Steele, and Darien Tompkins

since September, with students attending in-person classes every other day, while some students chose 100% remote learning.

were recognized as National Merit Commended Students.

The General Excellence Awards were presented to two students in each grade for outstanding academic achievement. Honorees were:

Class of 2021 Awarded to: Rena Steele

Next In Merit: Abby Kambhampaty

Class of 2022 Awarded to: Michael McMahon

Next In Merit: Christina Falasco

English teacher Vicki Mannion, and Religion teacher Joe Assaf were each recognized for their 25 years at CBA. Moving tributes honoring each of them were presented by colleagues Gretchen Pledger and Susan Major, respectively. Each long-tenured faculty member received an engraved rocking chair as a symbol of their service to the school and in appreciation for their loyalty and dedication to their students.

The event was taped so that parents and family members could view at home.

Heard in the Halls

Dowd Named Lasallian Educator of The Year

Christian Brothers Academy selected Holly Dowd as the 2020-2021 Lasallian Educator of the Year. The award was announced in June 2020.

Holly, who is the Director of Enrollment Management, was nominated and elected for the prestigious award by her colleagues. Fellow faculty member, Ann Cabal offered a tribute to Holly which was shared during the virtual National Honors Society Induction ceremony in April.

As an educator for all of her adult life, Holly has lived out the Lasallian virtues - from her time at Boston College, to teaching at Immaculate Conception Elementary School in Fayetteville, to CBA. At CBA, she taught both English and Religion and helped students live out their faith in their daily lives.

"I am very honored and humbled to accept this award, and I would like to give thanks where it is due,” Dowd shared. “Thank you to all of our students who take pride in being CBA Brothers for life and to our families who took a leap of faith and chose a CBA education. I thank my colleagues for this award and for partnering with me on this Lasallian mission. Lastly, I thank my family and friends for their constant love and support. You have all made my journey at CBA incredibly memorable and purposeful."

The Lasallian Educator of the Year Award is given to a faculty member who exemplifies the ideals of St. John Baptist de La Salle. Eligible nominees must have been a Lasallian educator for at least seven years and be actively involved in fostering the mission of Lasallian education and demonstrate an enthusiasm for the Lasallian tradition.

“Holly’s enthusiasm and love for our school shines through all her presentations to prospective students and brings many to consider and ultimately to choose to come to CBA,” said colleague Anne Cabal. “Holly's affection for our students does not stop when they are admitted but follows them throughout their time at CBA and beyond.”

Dowd lives in Syracuse with her husband Marty ‘75. They have two children Kelsey ’07 and Riley ’11, and a grandson, Macklin born last September.

Spring Musical Little Shop Of Horrors Held Virtually

This year’s musical, Little Shop of Horrors, was shown virtually on May 21 and 22.

Little Shop of Horrors is a horror comedy rock musical with music by Alan Menken and lyrics and a book by Howard Ashman. The story follows a hapless florist shop worker who raises a plant that feeds on humans. The music, composed by Menken in the style of early 1960s rock and roll, doo-wop and early Motown, includes several well-known tunes, including the title song, "Skid Row (Downtown)", "Somewhere That's Green", and "Suddenly, Seymour".

The cast included: Alex Burnett, Emilee Edick, Matthew Carracioli, Luke DeLorenzo, Bryan Garlow, Abby Greenfield, Katrina Huynh, Sofia Santa Ines, Tyler Hailstork, Kennedy Gregory, Karly Glavin, Belle Polanco, Elena Kantor, Maddie Bartlett, Emma Brewster, Julia Fletcher, Caroline Silver, Olivia Davis, Remi Turner, and Caroline Dougherty.

Students Participate In NYSSMA Solo Festival

Forty-nine students participated in the annual NYSSMA solo festival. This year, students submitted their solos, levels 1-6 as videos. Students also played scales as a part of the evaluation.

Bridge 2 CBA Brothers –Summer 2021

Experience the world around you. Explore and learn. Engage in your future. These phrases invite up to 60 students in the City of Syracuse, currently in 4th or 5th grades, in economically challenged circumstances, to apply to attend the inaugural Bridge 2 CBA Brothers Summer 2021 Program.

The program, which was announced this past March, is the brainchild of CBA Vice Principal for Academic Affairs, Steve Garraffo and CBA Director for Special Events and Programs, Annemarie Mosely who worked on the concept as part of their required service for a Lasallian formation program, John Johnston Institute. The idea was placed on the back burner due to Covid-19, that is until Dan Byrne ’70 and his wife, Christine J. DeMaio, approached President Matt Keough about their interest and desire to do something to help young kids fight through the challenges caused by the pandemic. They decided to fund the project!

As of the middle of May, several dozen students have applied for B2B. Provisions for bussing, breakfast, and lunch have been secured. The academic enrichment program is in place and includes Math, Literacy, and Science, taught by highly qualified CBA faculty members. The four weeks of themed immersion, including associated field trips, will feature Coding/Robotics, Geology Exploration, Rockets, and Build and Bust Bridges. A morning meeting will feature local community leaders and mentors.

• Current 4th and 5th graders

• Monday through Friday, 8:30 am to 2:30 pm

• At CBA1 s Randall Road Campus

• Morning transpor tation / meals and snacks provided

• FREE to qualifying students

A Summer Experience Like No Other

• Academic, Athletic, Fine Arts immersion with real life experience

• Building Bridges and Confidence

• Helping students bridge the learning gap lost during the pandemic

• Build confidence and leadership skills

July 12-Aug 6, 2021

To apply, go to cbasyracuse.org

Contact B2BSummer@cbasyr.org

OR (315) 446-5960 xll32 Space is liniited!

David Marshall ’02, CBA faculty, is the Program Supervisor. B2B will run July 5- Aug. 6, Monday-Friday, 8:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. at the CBA campus on Randall Road.

Note: the annual CBA Summer Sizzle program will return in summer 2021 as well. Please see the CBA website for additional information about this summer’s offerings! •

Admission to the program remains open until all slots are filled. The application is available on the CBA website under About/Summer Programs. Please email B2Bsummer@cbasyr.org or call 315-4465960 x1132 for more information.

Class of 2021 Collegiate Plans

Christopher Andornato

Fairfield University

Alexander Alfieri

Clarkson University

Joseph Andaloro

Clark University

Haley Arbon

Fordham University

Abhinav Arora

Colgate University

Miya Barbuto

Syracuse University

Elena Barker

Niagara University

Madeleine Bartlett

Hamilton College

Corey Bauer

University at Buffalo

Melvin Beard

Siena College

Michael Berger

Loyola University Maryland

Abigail Bianco

Ringling College of Art/Design

John Bitetti (SUNY) University at Buffalo

Cianna Boayue

Barnard College

Michael Bolton

Rochester Institute of Technology

Matthew Boule

Syracuse University

Brackton Bowler

Johns Hopkins University

Emma Brewster

Nazareth College

Emily Brown

University of Virginia

Ashley Brown

Endicott College

Kylie Bruno

Belmont University

Aidan Claverase

Pennsylvania State University

Nicholas Campanino

Nazareth College

Kaily Campbell (SUNY) Albany

Matthew Caraccioli

Boston University

Christiana Colson

Le Moyne College

Gabrielle Coon

Le Moyne College

Katelyn Courcy

Le Moyne College

McKenna Dalton

Colgate University

Olivia Davis

Spelman College

Aries Davis-El

Iowa Western Community College

Ashton Dean

Onondaga Community College

Logan Demetros

Syracuse University

Claire DeMore

Colgate University

Isabella DeRegis

Grand Valley State University

Steven DiBenedetto

St. John Fisher College

Karsen DiNapoli

University of Tampa

Luke Dischiave

Case Western Reserve University

Henry (Kodi) Dotterer

Exeter Prep School

Caroline Dougherty University of Maryland

Rachel Duggan

Hobart and William

Smith Colleges

Emilee Edick

Bennington College

Rachel Farella

Baylor University

Julia Fletcher

Worcester Polytechnic Institute

Maya Geiss

Bryn Mawr College

Matthew Genovese

Boston University

Josephine George

Fordham University

Anyas Goeman

Cornell University

Hannah Goldberg University of Rochester

Abigail Greenfield

Syracuse University

John Greenwood

Syracuse University

Kennedy Gregory (SUNY) University at Buffalo

Julia Griffith

Villanova University

Sebastian Gurgol

Worcester Polytechnic Institute

Samuel Haas

Niagara University

Tyler Hailstork

Xavier University of Louisiana

Dylan Hall

St. Lawrence University

Catherine Halstead

Quinnipiac University

Christopher Harrigan

Fordham University

Kamren Harris

Wake Forest University

Will Hazelton

Stevens Institute of Technology

Leana Heitmann

Winchendon Prep School

Michael Heyboer

Baylor University

Nina Hickey

Fairfield University

Gabrielle Hollington (SUNY) Binghamton University

Thomas Homik

Bentley University

Marcus Howard (SUNY) University at Buffalo

Abigail Hulslander

Union College

Owen Hunt

Onondaga Community College

Emmanuel Ignacio (SUNY) Stony Brook University

Emma Infanti

Syracuse University

Kate Janczyk

Catholic University of America

Stani Juma

La Salle University

Jillianne Junio

Hollins University

Abby Kambhampaty

Dartmouth College

Elena Kantor

Le Moyne College

Lauren Kelly

Denison University

David Kenney

United States Air Force Academy

Anne Kilmartin

College of the Holy Cross

Patrick Kinsella (SUNY) University at Albany

Sophia Kirnie

California State University, Long Beach

Corinne Kleiner

Niagara University

Patrick Klugman

Williams College

Aidan Koch (SUNY) Binghamton University

Melina Korfonta

Trinity College

Tristen Kucera

West Virginia University

Jonathan LaDuca

Hofstra University

Frederic LaBlanc

United States Army

Leighton Levy-Scott

Colgate University

Dominick Lisi

Le Moyne College

Olivia Mangano (SUNY) Binghamton University

Matthew Marsallo

Boston University

Emma Massa

Siena College

Dylan McCann (SUNY) University at Buffalo

Jordan McDermott

Grove City College

Emily Medicis

Siena College

Julia Medicis (SUNY) Purchase College, (SUNY)

Upstate Medical University

Sophia Menar

Fairfield University

Charlotte Miller (SUNY) Geneseo

Cody Miller

Le Moyne College

Garret Morgan

Keuka College

Emma Mulherin

University of Rochester

Benjamin Mustico

Clarkson University

Kathryn Nardella

Providence College

Anah Nizar

Arcadia University

Thomas Nolan

National Outdoor

Leadership School

John Papworth

Adult Career & Adult Training

Alexander Parker (SUNY) Geneseo

Elisabeth Pedone

Hobart and William Smith Colleges

William Raines

Le Moyne College

Marco Ramos (SUNY) Stony Brook University

Joseph Rizzo

University of Miami

Isabella Roberson

Villanova University

Jayden Robinson

Undecided

Ryan Robison

University of Delaware

Tyler Roueche

Rochester Institute of Technology

Rachel Rowlee

Pitzer College

Michael Santaro

Lynn University

Madeline Savicki

Hobart and William Smith Colleges

Michael Schaefer

Fairfield University

Kathryn Schultz

Loyola University New Orleans

Xzavier Shahin

University of Tampa

Sophia Silver

Babson College

Noah Slifka

Rochester Institute of Technology

Rosalie Smithers

American University

Juliana Sommers

Catholic University of America

Michael Steele (SUNY) Binghamton University

Rena Steele

University of Notre Dame

Jack Szatkowski

St. Mary's College / University of Notre Dame

Daniel Thorpe

Adult Career And Technical Training

Darien Tompkins

United States Air Force Academy

Anna Toole

University of Vermont

James Tredo

The University of Utah

Remi Turner

Clemson University

Nolan Van Scoter

Undecided

Johnathan Vassenelli

St. John Fisher College

Emma Vercillo

Colgate University

Emma Vignogna

University of Rochester

Benito Vlassis

Colgate University

Ethan White

Le Moyne College

Sacario Williams

Undecided

Porter Wilson

Loyola University Chicago

Xavier Wilson

Rochester Institute of Technology

Aleksandra Wojtowycz

Siena College

Sonia Yetming

Marymount Manhattan College

List As Of May 18, 2021

Congratulations Class of 2021!

Alumni Notes & Quotes

1972

In August 2020, Greg Girard began a new position as Adjunct Professsor of Marketing at Boston College. Prior to joining the faculty at BC, Greg worked for IDC Retail for a decade in the area of retail analytics and marketing strategies. He lives in Arlington, MA.

1973

Gary F. Neuser, LTC (USA Retired) was inducted into the US Army Ordnance Corps Hall of Fame on July 20, 2020 at Ft. Lee, VA. After graduating from West Point in 1978, he served in a wide variety of command, staff, and nominative assignments throughout the US, Europe, and the Middle East. Among his military awards are the Legion of Merit and Bronze Star Medal. Following his military retirement, Gary served an additional 13 years as a Department of the Army Civilian with the US Army Ordnance Corps. As a training department director, he managed the training and professional development of thousands of Ordnance Corps soldiers, warrant officers and commissioned officers. In 2016, Gary was selected to represent the US Army Ordnance Corps as a Senior Executive Fellow at Harvard University’s John F. Kennedy School of Government. He retired from federal service in 2017. He and his wife, Vicki reside in Buckeye, AZ.

1976

St. Joseph's Health announced the appointment of Dr. Philip Falcone, MD, MHL, FACS, as chief medical officer. Dr. Falcone is leading the medical and clinical team, overseeing the implementation of patient care, and advising senior leadership on matters impacting patient care and regulatory functions. Dr. Falcone has been with the organization for almost three decades.

Tom Dalton was elected to the USA Track & Field (USATF) Masters Hall of Fame. Tom has dominated the Capital Region road racing and cross country scene for many years; his Troy Turkey Trot 10k record set in 1980 still stands 40 years later! He continues to compete at a very high level in USATF road and cross country events. Tom lives in Rotterdam, NY with his wife, Debbie, and is the proud father of four adult children.

1981

For the past 23 years, Mark Kogler has been with Niagara Mohawk Power Corp./National Grid, and is currently an Engineering Manager in Transmission Asset Management overseeing OH & UG electric transmission, substations, and telecom. He and his wife, Elaine will be celebrating their 24th wedding anniversary in 2021. They are both looking forward to retirement and moving to Cayuga Lake in the coming years and somewhere in the south during the winter months.

1985

Kenneth Rissolo is the new Director of Operations at Viper Cabling Inc. Viper Cabling is a telecommunications wiring & cabling company located in Buena Park, CA. Viper Cabling is involved in the largest current AV pre-build of 150 racks and successfully installs quality infrastructure for multiple military bases throughout the United States.

1988

J. Jason Vianese, GM at Richard Chevrolet in Cheshire, CT) received a shout-out from Sports Illustrated for their Superbowl LV commercial. Check out the commercial @ https://www.youtube.com/ watch?v=andKUx9FAK0

From Sports Illustrated: “The Commercials were terrible. All of them. Except for the local ones that played late after halftime and post-game. Richard Chevrolet out here had a good one, Mt. Rushmore theme with a lot of rock puns. Support local business.”

1989

Elizabeth Storinge Sullivan was named PresidentElect of the Board of Directors for the National Catholic College Admission Association. Elizabeth is the Vice President for Enrollment Management and Marketing at St. Peter's University in Jersey City, NJ and is currently serving as a member of the CBA Board of Trustees and its Enrollment Management Committee.

1994

Jason Leone was named the State University of New York Athletic Conference (SUNYAC) Men's Basketball Coach of the Decade. Jason posted an overall record of 181-75 (.707) in helping SUNY Oswego to the highest winning percentage, most total wins, and most NCAA Division III Championship appearances when compared to every other team in the NABC East Region during the entire decade.

1999

Christie DeJoseph Ghaly was elected Family Court Judge for Onondaga County. Her father, Hon. Brian DeJoseph '67, associate justice of the Appellate Division, Fourth Department, swore her in. Her sisters celebrated with her: Elizabeth '04 was the emcee, and Gina '93 joined the ceremony via Zoom. Christie, her husband Fadi Ghaly '95, and their twins reside in Syracuse. In addition to her family being alums, her courtroom clerk is Jason Campanello '97!

2000

Jim Cavale and his company INFLCR INC are making headlines. INFLCR has more than 15,000 pro and college athletes using the INFLCR app to access their pictures and videos in real-time from games, practices and other teamrelated activities. The athletes then engage and share their storytelling content from their INFLCR app to their personal social media channels. Jim recently teamed up with Marc Jones ’86 and Al Cutri ’01 at a Syracuse business conference for NoBullcon. Marc and Jim were presenters and Al is part owner of NoBull.

Linda Copani Johnstone was recognized by the Central New York Business Journal as their Executive of the Year. She is the Executive Director of Silver Fox Adult Day Care Center. Linda lives in Cicero with her husband and son.

2001

In February 2021, Gina Damico competed on Jeopardy, the longest-running game show. She has published half a dozen Young Adult books, including the “Croak” trilogy, about a teenager whose uncle is a Grim Reaper in a small Adirondacks town. She credits acting with getting her interested in writing.

2002

The University of Cincinnati named Anthony Di Fino as the Bearcats Deputy AD, External Relations. Anthony will oversee the department's external operations, including Bearcats Digital, Communications, Fan Experience & Engagement and Ticket Sales & Service. Additionally, he will serve as the department's liaison with Learfield IMG College and other key partners and constituents. Anthony spent the last four years as Syracuse University's Associate Athletics Director For Business Development. In that role, he was responsible for developing strategic marketing campaigns to cultivate community relationships and build support for Syracuse Athletics.

2003

Chris Paulus joins the VIP Structures team in Syracuse as Chief Financial Officer. As CFO, he will partner with the CEO and senior leadership to identify business model innovations that enables growth across the VIP enterprise. Previously, Chris and his family resided in Southlake, TX, where he was Vice President for Development for US Real Estate at Cooper and Company.

Alumni Notes & Quotes

2004

Brittany Aungier Lawrence has been elevated to partner at Barclay Damon. Brittany is a broad-based litigator who concentrates her practice on both civil and criminal matters. She also devotes a portion of her practice to higher education.

2005

Sarah (McCarthy) Talucci and her husband Andrew Talucci welcomed their first child, Nora. Nora’s grandfather is John McCarthy '73 and uncle is Jim McCarthy '01

Michael Judson Berry was recently interviewed by Film Daily about the release of his first feature film Milkwater. Check out the article at https://filmdaily. co/indie-film/michael-judson-berry. Spurred on by COVID-19 quarantine, Michael found a platform for his skillful impersonation of Catherine O’Hara’s ‘Schitt’s Creek’ character, Moira Rose, for which he has received accolades – and lots of followers on Instagram!

Bruce Williams and his wife, Elena welcomed a son, Bryce, born on February 17, 2021. Bryce joins his older sisters Helena (age 6, green dress) & Emma Gene (age 3, pink dress). The family lives in Syracuse where Bruce is Academic Advisor at Syracuse University, Martin J. Whitman School of Management. Bruce is also an assistant coach for CBA’s varsity football team.

2007

Matthew Fennel’s career in the entertainment industry continues to flourish. He is co-producer for a to-be-announced Apple+ series.

2008

Stu Flynn was recently promoted to Senior Vice President, Head of San Francisco at Guidepoint. Stu has been at Guidepoint, which connects clients with advisors, since 2013.

2009

In May 2020, Chloe Zmolek Brownlee founded The Southern Peel, a mobile pizza eatery based in Bluffton, SC. Her business and 1953 Chevrolet pizza truck was recently featured in The Bluffton Sun. See more at https:// www.blufftonsun.com/new-mobile-member-of-foodiescene-is-visual-attention-grabber

2010

Troy Bullock was awarded Pyramid Company’s 2020 “Deal of The Year” for the sale of 124 acres at Liverpool Golf Course. Troy was the sole listing broker for this sale! It is the location for Amazon’s 3.8 million square foot procurement center, the 2nd largest warehouse facility in the world to-date. Troy has been with the Pyramid Brokerage Company for almost six years.

2013

John Hillenbrand began a new job as a patrol officer at the Rochester Institute of Technology (RIT) . Previously, he worked for three years at Hobart William Smith Colleges in Campus Safety. He currently resides in Victor, NY.

Emily Pelose has been accepted to Niagara University's MBA program. She currently works at NU in the human resources department as an HRIS specialist. She begins her studies in Fall 2021.

2015

Gabby Damico recently joined Clio as a product manager in Boston, MA. Clio is a leading global designer, manufacturer and marketer of personal and beauty care products.

Taylor Gilberti has been accepted for graduate admission to SUNY Oswego, School of Psychology, M.S./C.A.S. She begins in Fall 2021

2016

Isabella Jamer has been accepted to the Temple University School of Podiatric Medicine.

2018

Katherine Toole was inducted into the Georgetown University Chapter of Alpha Sigma Nu. Membership in Alpha Sigma Nu is the highest award conferred by Jesuit colleges and universities. Juniors and seniors in the top 15% of their class who have demonstrated both a commitment to service and a dedication to the Jesuit ideals of education are eligible for membership. They are not only leaders academically, but they are leaders for their character and role models for their peers inside and outside the classroom.

Jack Lester was recognized as a 2021 Servant Leader Scholar at Seton Hall University for his commitment to living out the University's mission and his dedication to servant leadership. This is the third time he has received this honor. At Seton Hall, he is majoring in Diplomacy and International Relations with minors in Economics and Russian.

Indiana University running back Stevie Scott III signed a free-agent contract with the New Orleans Saints. Scott finished his career fourth in program history with 30 rushing touchdowns, fifth with 32 total TDs, seventh with 562 attempts, ninth with 2,543 rushing yards and tied for 10th with nine 100-yard games. He was named to the Second Team All-Big Ten.

2019

Katelyn Wendt was recently awarded the Vincent P. Slatt Fellowship for Undergraduate Research in Energy Systems and Processes at Notre Dame. Her research this summer will focus on the design and synthesis of new heterocycle-based ionic liquids (ILs) as environmentally benign, non-toxic fluids in an energy efficient directional solvent extraction (DSE) process for the desalination of industrial and residential water resources. The ability to desalinate high salinity water is critical to addressing the ongoing global water shortage crisis. Katelyn is pursuing a Bachelor of Science degree in Biochemistry.

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Brothers Forever

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CBA Alumni were at the school in April to welcome the students coming back to full-time classroom instruction. The CBA Alumni Association created a special CBA sticker that was handed out to the students – perfect for their water bottles or notebooks, allowing them to show their school spirit wherever they go!

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2021 Distinguished Senior Award

Vince Sportelli ’71, Treasurer of the CBA Alumni Association, announced Rena Steele as the recipient of the Distinguished Senior Award at the annual Alumni Senior Class luncheon. This award is given in honor of former faculty member and alumnus Dr. Samuel Uva ’57. The alumni committee received 21 applications this year, and the candidates were impressive. After much deliberation, the committee narrowed the group down to six finalists: Abby Kambhampaty, Joe Rizzo, Kathryn Nardella, Kennedy Gregory, Rena Steele, and Tristen Kucera. Steele was presented with a $1,000.00 scholarship on behalf of the CBA Alumni Association. She was also honored at the graduation ceremony on June 6.

Thank You Young Alumni!

A special Thank You to the Young Alumni who, when invited by President Matt Keough, returned to CBA to help substitute teach during the pandemic: Eric Goodwin ’15, Maria Colangelo ’15, Dana Tuohey ’16, Maggie Lenkiewicz ’16, Olivia Malvasi ’16, Emily Rivito ’17, Samantha Burnett ’17 and Tessa Queri ’17.

CBA Alumni: Share Your News

Submit a class note for the CBA alumni magazine. Do you have updates about promotions, marriages, children, milestones, accomplishments, and more?

Go to www.cbasyracuse.org/alumni/share-your-news

Pictured above (l-r): Laura (Murphy) Nardella ’92, Joe Andaloro ’21, Stani Juma ’21, Sarah (Vanderloo) Chmelicek ’92, Bridget Jones ’00, Michael Giamartino ’25, Gianpaolo Giamartino ’23, Jordan Rae ’23, and Joey Poore ’22.

Alumni Celebrate the Class of 2021

The CBA Alumni Association officially welcomed the Class of 2021 into their ranks at the annual Alumni Senior Luncheon held on Friday, April 30 at CBA. Alumni from several decades joined the Class of 2021 for fellowship, fun, and food. Pictured below: Liza Magley ’08, Chris Paulus ’03, and Stephanie Vavonese ’02 were the featured speakers and spoke of the importance of maintaining connections with fellow alumni for personal and professional support, Brothers Forever!

Special thanks to the Alumni Association and all who supported this special event.

Alumni Sponsors: Molly (Harrigan) Towne ’97, David Hayes ’61, John Maxwell ’68, Michael Schoeneck ’02, Rich Engel ’82, Josh Terry ’01, Brian DeJoseph ’67, Katie (Yeomans) Kilmartin ’92, Joe Leone ’68, John Sindoni, AFSC ’63, Sarah (Vanderloo) Chmelicek ’92, Kurt Finkbeiner ’77, Laura (Murphy) Nardella ’92, Michael Geiss ’82, Pat Dalton ’82, Erica (Speech) Menar ’92, Stacy (Gradoville) Zdep ’96, John Bitteti ’78, Neil Bitteti ’82, Marie Adornato ’90 and Mike Vavonese ’76

Brothers & Brews –Reflections from Randall Road

On May 17, Br. Joe Jozwiak joined alumni and friends to celebrate Founder’s Day and kick-off the first conversation for “Brothers & Brews…Reflections from Randall Road.” He spoke about the invocations that Lasallian alumni all over the world have heard countless times: “Live Jesus in our Hearts” and “Let us remember that we are in the holy presence of God,” where these invocations came from and why we use them in our Lasallian schools such as CBA.

Did you miss this Zoom session? Make sure we have your current e-mail address for invitations to future conversations.

Alumni News

Reunions 2021 & 2022

Come back to reconnect! CBA class reunions bring you back home to your alma mater, as you share a weekend reconnecting and reminiscing with old friends and former classmates. A reunion is the perfect way to celebrate your class and make new friendships, as well as rekindle old ones!

Classes ending in 1’s or 6’s will be celebrating their milestone reunions this year.

Classes ending in 2’s & 7’s, next year will be YOUR time to celebrate!

Please contact Meredith Page at meredith.page@ cbasyracuse.org if you are interested in organizing a reunion or for help contacting classmates.

Class of 1972

Please save the date for your Golden Jubilee Reunion Weekend June 3,4,5, 2022! A Zoom kickoff meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, July 20, 2021 @ 12:00 p.m. EST. Join us at http://bit.ly/CBA1972 (Meeting ID: 759 2708 0749 / Passcode: K6d1ut)

Class of 1997

It’s been 25 years! Contact CBA so we can provide the support you need to reach out to your former classmates and plan a successful event.

Class of 2011

The Class of 2011 is planning their 10th Reunion – contact us for more details.

Address updates

When planning a reunion, the committee is actively searching for classmates. Please help your planning committee by keeping your profile updated. You can now go to www.cbasyracuse.org/update to update your latest address, phone number and email.

Facebook

More than 2,800 CBA Alumni are friends on the Christian Brothers Graduates Facebook page. If you have not joined us yet, please check it out. It is a great way to stay connected with your classmates and plan your reunions!

LinkedIn

Join the CBA Syracuse Alumni group to connect with your fellow Brothers around the world.

The CBA Class of 2017…Four Years Later

Members of the Class of 2017: as the four-year mark approaches, CBA would love to hear what you are up to now, whether that be finishing up college, embarking on a career or internship, exploring a trade career, continuing your education, or more. We’d like to acknowledge your achievements in the December issue of our Brothers Magazine under “The Class of 2017…Where Are They Now?”

Go to http://bit.ly/CBAClassof2017 fill out the google form and return to us by October 1, 2021 so we can include it in the December Brothers Magazine. Or email your details to meredith.page@cbasyr.org.

CBA is proud to announce the launch of our brand new website!

www.cbasyracuse.org

Distinguished Alumni

In 2013, Christian Brothers Academy established the Distinguished Alumni Award to honor outstanding alumni and celebrate their achievements. The purpose of the award is to recognize alumni of CBA Syracuse who have made significant contributions to society and whose accomplishments, affiliations, and/or careers have honored the legacy of excellence at CBA. Classes are inducted bi-annually, alternating with the CBA Lasallian Athletic Hall of Fame. Having postponed the 2020 Lasallian Athletic Hall of Fame ceremony to November 2021, the next planned DAA ceremony will take place in November 2022.

Since the award’s inception, CBA has honored 37 Distinguished Alumni Award recipients. These highly accomplished graduates bring pride to the institution and it is our intention to continue to highlight members of this elite group in the Alumni News as often as possible.

For more information about the award or to submit a nomination for the next class to be awarded in Fall 2022, please contact the CBA Advancement office at advancement@cbasyracuse.org or 315/446-5960 x 1140.

Joseph Charles, Class of 1930

(Deceased, inducted in 2013)

Joe Charles was a leader in the field of team sports for half a century, when he instituted many community-wide programs that are still active in both the City of Syracuse and in Central New York. In 1939, Joe, along with Frank Leahy, who coached at both Boston College and Notre Dame, and Steve Eppler, the inventor of six-man football, started a six-man football league in Central New York. Many junior high schools and parochial teams participated in the league.

Joe was instrumental in bringing innovative youth sports programs to Central New York in the early 50’s. From Biddy Basketball to Pee Wee Hockey (which he underwrote with Eddie Shore of the Boston Bruins), to helping found the Optimist Youth Basketball

Fr. Fred Mannara, Class of 1955

(Inducted in 2015)

The son of immigrant parents, Frederick Mannara was born and raised on the North Side of Syracuse. He was the eighth of 10 children. The Mannara’s were members of Our Lady of Pompeii Parish. He was offered a scholarship to CBA by his brother Joe’s employer and friend, Ray Flynn, who also happened to coach basketball. Fred went on to play basketball and baseball as a Brother’s boy, in addition to earning high honors for academics.

Father Fred first thought about becoming a priest as a young boy. He cited the wholesome family atmosphere in which he grew up, the examples of good priests in his life, and the environment at CBA as factors that influenced his vocation to the priesthood.

Program, thousands of young athletes have a lot to be thankful for.

Joe was also a driving force in bringing the Pop Warner football program to our fair city. The program started with eight teams in 1959. It was so well-received that it won the National Scholastic Championship Award, the Top Athletic Team Award and the Team with the Highest School Mark Average Award.

In 1958, Joe was one of the original inventors of Slow Pitch Softball in the country. He brought the game to Syracuse from the Chicago conventions and started here with just four teams. Today, there are over 500 teams, both male and female, that participate in softball leagues throughout Central New York.

The City of Scranton awarded Joe its Gold Key as one of the inventors of Biddy Basketball. He received a lifetime membership to The Optimist International Club for his work in making the Optimist Youth Program in Central New York, one of the outstanding youth programs in the country. He was honored with the “Polio Award” in Binghamton for promoting the Polio All-Start games in 1951, 1952, and 1953 between the Onondaga County All-Stars and the Broome County All-Stars for Polio Charity. He established the Joe Charles Sport Shop, which was a mainstay sports supply store for 35 years.

After graduating from CBA in 1955, he attended St. Andrew’s Seminary and St. Bernard’s Seminary, and earned a Master’s in marriage and family counseling from Syracuse University, as well as a Master’s in Divinity from St. Bernard’s Institute.

Ordained in 1963, Father Fred served as associate pastor in parishes in Norwich, Binghamton, Jordan, Baldwinsville, and New Hartford, and as pastor at Our Lady of Lourdes and Most Holy Rosary in Syracuse. He is known for his total commitment to each parish where he serves and a deep devotion to its parishioners. This spring, he celebrated his 58th year as a priest.

Many friends of Father Fred remember him from his days teaching at Bishop Ludden, Henninger, and Fowler Faith Centers. His stamina and energy are legendary. He has organized trips for youth and seniors to places from Water Safari to the Vatican.

Father Fred was awarded the Bishops Medallion by Catholic Charities for his true and heartfelt devotion to serving people of the diocese and to living as a model of service to others.

Father Fred is a people’s priest who cares for his flock—the young and old, healthy and sick, rich and poor—and his flock is forever loyal and appreciative of their shepherd.

Dr. Daniel Georgianna, Class of 1961

(Inducted in 2015)

Dr. Daniel Georgianna is Chancellor Professor Emeritus in the School of Marine Science and Technology at University of Massachusetts Dartmouth, where he taught for 35 years. He received a BS in mathematics from College of the Holy Cross and a Ph.D. in economics from the University of Massachusetts at Amherst. His fields of concentration include marine resource economics, history of economic thought, and labor history.

He is a member of several policy-making organizations including: the Scientific and Statistical Committee of the New England Fishery Management Council and the Massachusetts Seafood

Gianfranco Zaccai, Class of 1965

(Inducted in 2013)

After graduating from CBA, Gianfranco earned a degree in Industrial Design from Syracuse University and an Architectural Degree from the Center of Architecture in Boston. An Italian immigrant at the age of 8, he has strong ties to Italy and has spent a great deal of time in that country through the years.

Gianfranco founded Continuum, an industrial design firm in Boston, in 1983. At Continuum, he invented the Swiffer cleaning system, the Compass system (hospital modular wall units to save space and keep rooms comfortable for patients) and OMNIPOD (the miniature insulin delivery system device for children.) He worked with MIT to develop the $100 laptop, the Reebok Pump, the NALA patient chair for healthier posture and to assist the disabled people in sitting and standing.

Marketing Council. He was President of the UMass Faculty Federation, Local 1895, American Federation of Teachers for 13 years.

Dan won several academic awards including: the Yvonne Sandstroem University Service Award, the Chancellor’s Distinguished Service Award, the Leo Sullivan Teacher of the Year Award, and the Richard Fontera Memorial Award for Community Service.

Dan is the author of 30 journal articles and chapters in books, more than 35 monographs, more than 150 newspaper and magazine articles, and has successfully completed over 20 government research grants, almost all concerning coastal resource economics. In 2008, he was awarded The Best Column Award by the AFT Communications Network. He lives in Fairhaven, MA with his wife, Sharon and two of their four sons.

Gianfranco served as Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Design Management Institute (DMI) in Boston and on the Board of Advisors to the College of Visual and Performing Arts at Syracuse University. He was a Visiting Lecturer at the SDA Bocconi School of Management in Milan, Italy and has given talks at the Emtech conference, the Forum for Social Entrepreneurs, and the Future of Healthcare Technologies. Gianfranco has been featured in The Wall Street Journal and Metropolis Magazine.

Among the many national and international awards he has received are: the McDonough Braungart Design Chemistry (MBDC)

Cradle to Cradle Silver certificate; NeoCon 2008 Silver Certificate; Industrial Designers Society of America, “Design of The Decade” award; iF Seal of Excellence from the iF Industrie Forum Design in Hannover, Germany; The “Compasso D’Oro” from ADI, the Italian Industrial Design Association and the Commune di Milano, Italy; and the Presidential Award for Design Excellence, from President Clinton for the Egis Explosives Detection System.

Gianfranco is currently the Founder and President of the Foundation for Augmented Intelligence in the greater Boston area which seeks to develop, stimulate, and leverage technological, educational, and organizational innovation to enable and empower individuals with intellectual disabilities, their families, and their communities, in order to improve quality of life, enhance independence and productivity, lower cost, and benefit society as a whole.

Alumni – Words of Wisdom

Alumni Reflections & Words of Wisdom to the Class of 2021

CBA invited Alumni to share their memories and reflections on how CBA impacted their life.

Dan Bollman ’71

What is your best memory of CBA: The close friendships that I made with a dozen of my classmates.

What did you learn from CBA/the Brothers?

The Christian Brothers taught me to develop the mental and moral qualities that would guide me throughout my life.

Who was your favorite teacher(s), why?

Daniel Conley and Brother Brendan Fitzgerald both brought the subjects to life.

Words of Wisdom for the Class of 2021…

There are many roads you can choose to take in your life. Pick the ones that hold true to the values you have learned as a CBA graduate.

Michael Kane ’71

What did you learn from CBA/the Brothers?

I can do whatever I put my mind to do. Only a small percentage of those that applied to CBA make it and I was one of them.

Who was your favorite teacher(s), why?

1. Jerry Riordan very infrequently he used a phase to get a particular student's compliance in class. I used the same phrase in law enforcement when I encountered a person that did not want to cooperate. 2. Brother Michael, he taught chemistry very well which made it my most favorite science.

Words of Wisdom for the Class of 2021…

Do not settle for less. You are special individuals because you are CBA graduates, not everyone can say that. Take college classes that will enhance your career aspirations, not just because they are easy.

Walt Fey ’71

What did you learn from CBA/the Brothers?

Study skills were as important as anything else I learned. I learned how to stay out of trouble (mostly). I learned that I had to take risks to make friends.

Who was your favorite teacher(s), why?

Brother Michael Houlihan, Chemistry, junior year: He connected with us as the young men we were becoming, taught us some chemistry too. He was the kind of person I wanted to do well for.

Words of Wisdom for the Class of 2021…

Even if you're not crazy about your high school experience, like me, hang in there, because you will learn some of what you like and don't like and that will serve you well later in life (and there IS life after high school no matter what anybody tries to tell you!). Also, even though the cool kids look like they know what they are doing, mostly they don't, just like you. And if you are one of the cool kids, make it a goal in your life to strive beyond fame and fortune to leave the world a little better place than you found it.

Dan Bollman ’71

Walt Fey ’71

Michael Kane ’71

Jim Terrinoni ’70

What did you learn from CBA/the Brothers?

Reinforced the disciplined lifestyle that I was taught at home.

Who was your favorite teacher(s), why?

John Gensler, because English was my favorite class.

Words of Wisdom for the Class of 2021…

Be a help to yourself and others – always! Time is the most precious gift God has given you.

Danielle Federico ’01

What is your best memory of CBA:

My best memory was winning the regional volleyball championship in 2000! Some of the best memories with friends and Coach Jewett.

What did you learn from CBA/the Brothers?

The importance of true friendship and hard work.

Who was your favorite teacher(s), why?

Mr. Moretti was my favorite teacher. He taught lessons that extended well beyond the classroom. He cared about us as individuals, not just students.

Derek Kennedy ’01

What is your best memory of CBA: Making it to the Sectional Championship Game in Lacrosse senior year.

What did you learn from CBA/the Brothers?

You are your best advocate.

Who was your favorite teacher(s), why?

Mr. Roache, he cared and was active in my church still saying hello long after graduation.

Words of Wisdom for the Class of 2021…

You are yourself from here until the end, embrace the race at your own pace.

Joshua Terry ’01

What is your best memory of CBA:

It wasn't one memory, it was the collective of coming to the campus every day and spending it with people, both teachers and friends alike, who challenged and entertained you and made you into a better person.

What did you learn from CBA/the Brothers?

The power of knowledge and the expectation that you do positive things for the world with it.

Who was your favorite teacher(s), why?

Mrs. Drotar and Ms. Goulet. Like many high schoolers, I was not the best Catholic. But over the course of a couple years of classes with Mrs. Drotar and Ms. Goulet, I learned to appreciate the beauty of Catholicism and other religions throughout the world. They made the Catholic Church something more tangible and real during my time at CBA and I have been able to take that with me over the past 20 years.

Words of Wisdom for the Class of 2021…

A lot happens over your next 20 years - college, new jobs, new cities, marriage, kids - so slow down, look around, and appreciate it as it happens. Oh, and also, throw a few extra bucks in your retirement account when you first start working. Your future self will thank you.

Jim Terrinoni ’70

Purple & Gold Award Recipients

John Barsanti ’69

St. Mary’s parish was the home parish of the Barsanti family and John attended public school until his father decided it was time he had the benefit of a Catholic education at the hand of the Christian Brothers. John fondly recalls and appreciates the time and dedication of the Brothers and teachers at CBA, whose patience and discipline improved his educational focus. John later graduated from Niagara University where he majored in accounting, accepting a job offer from Ernst & Ernst.

In 1976, John married Trish Losty and was able to take advantage of career opportunities that involved international travel and family relocation. John worked at Carrier Corporation in the finance department as the company was transitioning from an export organization to a global manufacturing company. After living in Singapore, Australia, Madison, WI, and St Louis, MO, the Barsantis returned to Syracuse in 2003. John started up a private equity firm with his Carrier mentors and a business consulting practice that put to use the skills he had hewn in his worldwide travels.

When he returned to Syracuse, John was invited to join the CBA Board. As Chair of the Finance Committee during the financial crisis in 2007-2009, he led an adept and dedicated volunteer committee, making recommendations on investment strategy, and establishing business plans and analysis that are still being used today. As class agent for the class of 1969, he supported the class’ fundraising efforts through phonathons and ultimately through a meaningful and treasured Jubilee reunion and class gift. These days, Trish and John’s focus is on their three children and seven grandchildren in Buffalo and Boston.

Purple and Gold Award Recipients for 2020

The Alumni Association selects Purple and Gold recipients from among nominated individuals who have demonstrated outstanding support in the best interests of the students, faculty, and alumni of CBA; have dedicated years of service to the Academy; and have been committed to the ideals and principles of CBA.

Katherine “Kat” Dugas

Born and raised in Syracuse, with hard work, strong faith, and true grit, Kat has triumphed over a number of adversities throughout her lifetime. Thrust into a demanding role at the age of 8 due to her mother’s illness, she managed the care, meals, & housework for herself and her family.

Kat has made her way from her first job on a farmstand in her early teens to landing a temporary position at MassMutual, where she has now advanced to her current role as Chief Operating Officer. It was at MassMutual that the idea of CBA for her sons came into being, when business owner Bob Waters ’66 suggested that she consider it for Tully. And so it was that Tully applied to CBA and was accepted! Kat will be the first to say that CBA would never have been an option without the scholarships and aid offered by the school. A few years later, younger son Trevor joined the ranks at Randall Road. The option and the availability of a CBA education transformed the lives of Kat, Tully, and Trevor Dugas. It launched Kat Dugas into the myriad volunteer opportunities at Christian Brothers Academy, culminating in the roles of President of Parents Club and Co-Chair of the Lasallian Auction and Dinner committee. Even though Tully ’11 and Trevor ’15 graduated years ago, Kat remains a faithful auction volunteer and lifetime promoter of the value of a CBA education. As a passionate supporter of the CBA family, Kat speaks often of the great benefits CBA has provided for her children, and her debt of gratitude for the opportunity. Kat rarely speaks of her personal hardships, rather she approaches each day with an enthusiastic smile, counting her blessings - which include her family’s association with Christian Brothers Academy.

Giving from your IRA?

Charitable contributions from your Required Minimum Distribution (RMD) can help offset your tax bill — but you need to make sure the timing is right!

While there have been many changes to the tax law this past year, the Charitable IRA Rollover provision has remained permanent law. Donors continue to be able to take advantage of this opportunity to support their favorite charities; have the gift count against their Required Minimum Distribution; and have the amount excluded from their income.

Required minimum distributions from retirement accounts resume in 2021 after being waived for 2020. By acting early in the year, advisers can help clients reduce their Required Minimum Distribution tax bill with qualified charitable distributions.

If you are over age 70½ (or 72 if born after June 30, 1949), we highly recommend you consider a qualified charitable distribution from your IRA this year.

For more information on how you can make your gift using your IRA and help continue the CBA legacy, contact Annemarie Mosley at (315)-446-5960 X1132 or amosley@cbasyr.org.

2021Lasallian Auction Breaks Records!

Thirty-second Annual Lasallian Virtual Auction & Program Surpasses Expectations, Breaks Records!

CBA hosted the 32nd Lasallian Virtual Auction and Program April 24 - May 1. While Covid19 still kept attendees from socializing in person, more than 300 bidders registered online to bid on 220 items and view the auction and livestream program which aired on May 1.

Each year the proceeds from the auction directly benefit students at the school by helping to offset tuition costs, ensuring that CBA remains accessible to those who desire a high caliber, college preparatory, Catholic education in the Lasallian tradition.

This year’s event planning began in summer 2020 and incorprated changes and modifications in order to present the best possible virtual experience. Overall results of the auction surpassed budgeted goals, netting more than $150,000!

The live program included recognition of this year’s Purple and Gold recipients (John Barsanti ’69 and Kat Dugas) and Lasallian Educator of the Year (Holly Dowd.)

Some of the auction items featured were trips to Nashville, Palm Beach Shores, Orlando, a weekend getaway to Saratoga Racetrack, The Lake House on Canandaigua and tickets to the upcoming Dave Matthews concert at the Amphitheatre.

This year’s “Raise Your Paddle” live-auction took place during the livestream program. Funds were earmarked for the renovation of the fitness center. The focus of the renovation is expected to include equipment and technology for fitness programs such as yoga, cardio, cycling and strength training. The benefits of this newly renovated wellness/fitness center will be to reduce stress and to promote overall mental and physical health. An anonymous donor offered to match donations up to $25,000, which resulted in a total of more than $55,000 raised for this important project which will affect every student at the school.

Raffle tickets for a trip to Hawaii were sold, and CBA current parent, April Costello was the lucky winner.

Co-chairs of the auction were Michelle & Marc Engle, Angie & Robert Sayles and Kathleen Wiese.

Sponsors of this year’s Lasallian Dinner and Auction included:

Gold Sponsor:

Key Bank

Silver Sponsors:

Barclay Damon, LLP

Byrne Dairy & Deli.

Hueber-Breuer Construction Co., Inc

Bronze Sponsors: Anonymous

Msgr. Ronald C. Bill ’49

BPAS Actuarial & Pension Services

Burns Brothers Contractors

Mr. & Mrs. Donald DeKay, Jr. ’72

Mr. & Mrs. John Drescher

Le Moyne College

Fr. Frederick Mannara ’55

Mackenzie Hughes LLP

Mr. & Mrs. John Marshall AFSC ’67

Kathleen & John O’Connor ’85

Mobile Bidding Sponsor

St. Bonaventure University

Livestream Program Sponsor

CNY Central

Congratulations to Special events and Programs Director Annemarie Mosley, the event co-chairs, and the many hardworking volunteers! We offer special thanks and recognition to CNY Central, Brandon Roth, and CBA parent Serena Romero for providing professional facilities and support for the live event. It was a great night!

Pictured (l-r): Auction 2021 Co-Chairs, Robert and Angie Sayles, Kathleen Wiese, and Michelle and Marc Engle.

In Memoriam

Alumni

Louis Mercier ’42

Thomas Murphy, Sr. ’43

Francis Ostrom Jr. ’44

W. Dennis Owen ’44

James Crough ’52

Robert J. Congel ’54

Friends

Augustine Albanese (Grandfather of Julie Albanese '07)

Thomas Briggs (Father of Roger Briggs '86)

Mark J. Brosh (Father of Chelsi Brosh '07 and Paige Brosh '11)

Loretta Leone Campagna (Mother of CBA volunteer Carol Marshall; Motherin-law of John Marshall, Sr., AFSC '67; Grandmother of John Marshall, Jr. '91, Todd Marshall '97 and David Marshall '02; Great-Grandmother of Ariana Marshall '13 and Tia Marshall '24)

Barbara Capocefalo (Mother of Robert Capocefalo '72 and Thomas Capocefalo '77)

Anthony Cifra (Father of Stephen Cifra '77, Gary Cifra '79 and David Cifra '81)

Pietro Corasaniti (Grandfather of Peter Corasaniti '10 and Ashley Corasaniti '13)

Theodore Dalakos (Father of George Dalakos '89, Anthony Dalakos '91 and Jonna Dalakos Smith '98; Husband of Toni Dalakos former CBA faculty)

Rita D'Amico (Mother of Joseph A. D'Amico '76)

Gilda Danial (Mother of Anthony Danial '71 and Michael Danial '72; Grandmother of Maria Lazipone Podbelski '01, Andrea Lazipone Jacobs '01 and Nicholas Lazipone '04)

Dr. Dennis R. DePerro (Former CBA Board Trustee; Father of Andrew DePerro '13 and Matthew DePerro '16)

Josephine DeRegis (Mother of Maurice DeRegis '76; Grandmother of Isabella DeRegis '21 and Steven DeRegis '23)

Thomas Diamantis (Father of Edward Diamantis '89)

Marilyn Dixon (Grandmother of Lore Dixon '17)

Kathleen Dwyer (Mother-in-law of Joe Hartnett '75 and Timothy Kelley '80; Grandmother of Teresa Harnett Smith '06, Timothy Kelley '07, John Kelley '08, Elizabeth Kelley '12 and Joseph Dwyer '13)

John P. Erardi (Father of John Erardi '70)

Eternal rest grant to them, O Lord; and let perpetual light shine upon them.

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

Amen.

Mark C. Kelly ’56

James A. Salvatore ’61

John V. Sheedy, Jr. ’61

Edward McManus, Jr. ’63

William Sovik ‘64

Jack Birchmeyer ’67

Thomas Stapleton ’68

Noreen Falcone (Wife of Michael J. Falcone '53)

Delfina Federico (Grandmother of Nicole Federico Furbush '98 and Danielle Federico Turner '01)

Michael Formikell (Father of Maddy Formikell '19)

Angela Frontale (Grandmother of Bridget Frontale '15 and Luke Frontale '18)

Abraham Gabriel (Father or Ralph Gabriel '77, James Gabriel '78 and William Gabriel '82)

Marian Margaret Giarrusso (Sister of Tim Giarrusso '77)

Amelia Giarrusso (Mother of David Giarrusso '71 and Charles Giarrusso '73; Grandmother of Bridget Frontale '15 and Luke Frontale '18)

Elvira Rosemarie Gilberti (Grandmother of Alyssa Gilberti Albert '03)

Donald Lewis Going (Father-in-law of Edward Barno, Honorary Trustee; Grandfather of Andrew Barno '00 and Meagan Barno Zdep '02)

Katrina Greco (Wife of Matthew Schultz '01)

Colleen Grevelding (Sister of R. Daniel McCarthy '66)

Susan Halleran (Mother of Devin Halleran '02, Kerry Halleran McCarthy '03, Shannon Halleran Twichell '05 and Kyle Halleran '07)

Beatrice Hettler (Wife of Nelson Hettler '40 (dec); Mother of James Hettler '70, Mark Hettler '73 and Thomas Hettler '83)

Martha Lange (Mother of Jeffrey Lange '00, Carolyn Lange '03 and Craig Lange '07)

Clement Lerro (Father of Michael Lerro '69; Grandmother of Daniel Lerro '00)

Phyllis Ludovico (Wife of Franklin Ludovico '52 (dec.); Mother of Michael Ludovico '75)

Emily Maggio (Grandmother of Courtney Maggio Ashbrook '96 and Joseph Maggio '02)

Daniel McCort (Brother of Denise McCort '96)

Joseph Mento (Grandfather of Alexis Mento '10)

Robert Capocefalo, Jr. ’72

Mark Reed Ph.D. ‘73

Dennis Gilmartin ’75

George McVay ’76

Martin Griffin ’83

James Hughes ’88

Kristin Mitchell ‘98

Thomas Mirante (Grandfather of Franco DiMento '19, Thomas DiMento '23 and Ari Colocotronis '22)

Nina Mitchell (Grandmother of Heather Becker Hastings '00)

Deborah Morgan (Wife of James M. Morgan '81)

Julia Oyer (Granddaughter of Gerald Ours '59; Sister of Molly Oyer '17 and Katherine Oyer '19)

John Passonno (CBA Golf Coach)

Dalton Raymond (Father of Jill Raymond McAndrew '95)

Michael Roberson (Father of William Roberson '10)

Nancy Rossi (Wife of Emil Rossi '56; First female faculty member at CBA)

Anthony Scalzo (Grandfather of Michael Scalzo '07 and Victoria Scalzo '10)

Carol Schoeneck (Grandmother of Michael Schoeneck '02, Sarabeth Schoeneck Costantino '04, Matthew Schoeneck '06 and Haleigh Schoeneck '09)

Antoinette Spadafore (Mother of Annemarie Mosley, CBA Staff; Grandmother of RJ Mosley '04, Meredith Mosley '07 and Marissa Mosley '10)

Antonio Spicciati (Grandfather of Anthony Spicciati '03, Stephanie Spicciati '05, Kimberly Spicciati Pyle '06 and Angela Spicciati '08)

Earl J. Tinker, Jr. (Father of David Tinker '72; Father-in-law of James Togni '74)

Bonnie Viggiano (Wife of Lee Viggiano '70)

Victor Villani (Father of John Villani '82 and Joseph Villani '95)

Ann Winderl (Mother of Daniel Winderl '74, Timothy Winderl '79 and Michael Winderl '81; Grandmother of Michael Schoeneck '02, Sarabeth Schoeneck Costantino '04, Matthew Schoeneck '06, Joseph Winderl '08, Haleigh Schoeneck '09, Nolan Winderl '10, Toni Winderl '13 and Rosalee Winderl '16)

$386,000 Campaign Goal

$374,745 Achieved as of May 27, 2021

Make Your Gift Today!

Over 40% of CBA students depend on need-based tuition assistance.

By giving to the Fund for CBA, you provide critical funding to supplement the school’s tuition assistance program, making a CBA education a reality for all families seeking a Lasallian, college preparatory experience.

Tuition alone does not cover the full cost of a CBA education.

Even those who pay full tuition have benefited from the generosity of the alumni, parents, grandparents, and friends that make The Fund for CBA a philanthropic priority.

Every gift matters!

In the past three years, gifts of $500 or less have added up to over $300,000 for support of the young men and women at CBA.

Your gift to the Fund for CBA enables each student to experience excellence in a Lasallian education.

The Fund for CBA supports the educational and extracurricular programs on campus as well as provides tuition assistance for families in need.

“As each one has received a gift, use it to serve one another as good stewards of God’s varied grace.”