Summer 2012 alumni news by Annemarie Mosley

CBA Alumni newsletter SUMMER 2012

TRADITION

Contents

Board of Trustees 2012-2013 Chair

Your Alumni Association Alumni Activities Distinguished Senior Award

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Paul Drescher Vice-Chair

John Murphy, Jr. ’77 Secretary

Ellen LaBerge Principal

Br. Joseph Jozwiak, FSC

Alumni notes & Quotes

Weddings

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“Here’s Why”: llS Testimonials

The lasallian Auction: A 22-Year Tradition

Br. Thomas Scanlan, FSC

2013 Corvette Kick-Off

Lisa Smith

Heard in The Halls

Through the eyes (and Heart) of a Volunteer 22 Class of 2012 Proﬁle

in memorium

Fall Calendar of events

Immed Past Chair

Edward Barno Representative of the Brothers’ Community

Br. Gabriel Fiumano FSC ’47 Alumni Association President

John Marzocchi ’77 Representative of Provincialate Parents Club President Board Members

CBA Alumni newsletter Director of Development, Newsletter Editor

Patricia Callahan Associate Director of Alumni and Annual Giving

Jessie Keating Associate Director of Special Events and Programs; Campaign Manager

Annemarie Mosley Administrative Assistant

Linda Saladino Communications Assistant

Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of this publication. Should you have any questions or concerns, please contact the CBA Development Office at: 315-446-5960 x1140 or development@cbasyracuse.org.

Judy Salamone

From Our Principal Dear Alumni and Friends of CBA, Welcome to the Summer 2012 edition of CBA’s Alumni Newsletter! The theme of this newsletter is “traditions”…those practices, ever-living memories and continued events that link the past to the present. Throughout the following pages, you will be reminded of the many great past traditions of CBA that continue to be shared among alumni of all ages and passed along to our present-day student body. In addition to these memorable practices, you will also read about the more recent activities and events that continue to make CBA Central New York’s greatest Catholic school….in the long-time “tradition” of the De La Salle Christian Brothers. One of the enduring traditions here at CBA extends back more than three centuries to the custom of the Brothers (and now, our Lasallian partners and students) of concluding every prayer session with the expression “Live Jesus in our hearts…forever!” This prayer comes directly from St. John Baptist de La Salle and is found in the earliest versions of the Brothers’ Rule composed for the Brothers by the Founder. This simple, yet memorable prayer unites the past with the present and forms a bond of unity among all Lasallians throughout the world who recite the prayer including its “answer” in many languages. I hope that you will enjoy reading the following pages and reuniting yourself with memories of the past while updating yourself with the many wonderful happenings at CBA during the last school year! St. John Baptist de La Salle…Pray for Us! Live Jesus in Our Hearts…Forever!

Sincerely,

Brother Joseph Jozwiak, FSC Principal

CBA Alma mater WHEN MORNING SPREADS HER WINGS OF GOLD, OR EVENING CASTS HER PURPLE HUE ALMA MATER, CBA TO THEE WE EVER SHALL BE TRUE.

LOUDLY WE OUR VOICES RAISE TO SING THE ANTHEMS OF THY PRAISE: NEVER SHALT THOU TASTE OF SHAME, BUT EVER HONORED BE THY NAME!

THY PURPLE FOR OUR LOYALTY AND GOLD UNTARNISHED FOR THY FAME SIGN OF FAITH TO LEAD US ON, AND LIGHT E’ERLASTING FOR OUR CLAIM.

BOLDLY WE THY GLORY SING. AND PROUDLY MAY THY PRAISES RING! CBA WE PLEDGE TO THEE OUR FAITH, OUR LOVE, UNDYINGLY!

Traditions Stand the Test of Time A message from John Sindoni, AFSC ’63 In its distinguished existence which now spans over 110 years, Christian Brothers Academy has enjoyed a rich tradition of excellence in all aspects of student life. The characteristics of a Brothers’ education have been preserved and passed on to students attending CBA and can be readily observed in the admirable characteristics of its current students. Development of strong moral and spiritual values coupled with a compelling desire for involvement with the needy in our community are part of the CBA fabric. The hallmarks of excellence in academics and meaningful participation in extra-curricular activities augment the moral and spiritual values and contribute to a tradition of excellence beyond graduation. CBA proudly recognizes alums who have distinguished themselves in so many ways in the Syracuse community and beyond. It is this pride in our past and faith in our future which embodies the CBA tradition. I feel extremely fortunate to have received the education offered at CBA, and even more blessed that our six children could attend and graduate from the school. A notable and long-lasting characteristic is the discipline that still pervades the halls of the school. This was ever present in my years at CBA, which straddled two years at Willow Street and the move to the Randall Road campus. And while the number of Brothers in the school has diminished, the sense of order and structure remains. It certainly is fair to say that my college years were made easier because of the intensity of the curriculum at CBA. Our children also experienced that structure – the expected hours of study outside the classroom provided a sturdy basis for managing the rigors of college life. My conversations with various college admission officers revealed their recognition of CBA’s reputation for preparing its students, our children included, for the next level. Those exemplary traditions of CBA are ever present today, as we continue to hear in the classrooms: “St. John Baptist de la Salle…Pray for us. Live Jesus in our hearts…Forever.” Cil and John Sindoni

John Sindoni, AFSC, ’63 Trustee, Parent of Alumni, Devoted Volunteer

"When morning spreads

alumni Alumni Activities

Your Alumni Association Your CBA Alumni Association is hard at work The Christian Brothers Academy Alumni Association is a group of dedicated alums who meet monthly to plan, organize, host and promote alumni events throughout the year. The backbone event which provides revenue for alumni activities is the Annual CBA Alumni Golf Scramble held the last Monday of June. Funds raised at the golf tournament are spent as follows: • • • • • • •

The Alumni Association Distinguished Senior Award ($1,000) 4 scholarships for son or daughter of alumni, one in each grade, 9-12 ($500 each) The Purple and Gold Award and reception Homecoming Tailgate The Alumni Memorial Mass & Breakfast Alumni athletic contests for football, soccer, basketball, baseball and lacrosse The Robert Carsky ’73 Scholarship Run

Four generations of the Carsky family join alumni and current students for the 8th annual Robert Carsky ’73 Scholarship Run. Bob Carsky was tragically killed in Africa in November 2004. Over $70,000 has been raised over the years to fund an endowed scholarship at CBA. Additional funds have been raised to assist African Refugee students at the school.

her wings of gold " 2012 Distinguished Senior Award More than 20 qualified seniors applied for the 2012 Distinguished Senior Award. Each demonstrated excellence in areas such as service, athletics, academics and overall zeal for the CBA experience. Five finalists were selected and interviewed by the Award Committee. While the selection was difficult among such highly qualified seniors, the Alumni Association was proud to honor Miranda Magley as the 2012 recipient of the Distinguished Senior Award. Miranda will be a freshman at SUNY Geneseo this fall and plans to pursue a degree in education.

2012 Scholarship The CBA Alumni Association reviewed a dozen application essays from 8th grade students who are sons or daughters of CBA alumni. Each student wrote about their impressions of the CBA experience. David Paris ’16 was selected to receive the 2012 Alumni Association Scholarship for $500 which he will receive for the four years of high school.

2013 Reunions The following classes are encouraged to call the office to begin planning for their reunions in 2013. Please contact Jessie Keating at jkeating@ cbasyracuse.org to get started. 1973 – 40 Years 1988 – 25 Years 2003 – 10 Years

Golf Scramble

CBA Alumni Association president John Marzocchi ’77 presents Miranda Magley with the 2012 Alumni Distinguished Senior Award at graduation practice on June 1. Miranda is sporting a t-shirt from SUNY Geneseo, where she will attend this fall.

The 2012 Alumni Golf Scramble was held on Monday, June 25 at Tuscarora. One-hundred twenty-five golfers in 4-somes and 5-somes enjoyed lunch before hitting the links. Fr. Jim Mathews ’54 blessed the carts before t-off. This year’s first place finishers were: Sam Mingolelli ’91, Gary Bradley, Jason Breed ’91, George Kerr and Kevin Ryan. Funds raised from the event are used for alumni activities and scholarships.

alumni Class of 1962 Golden Jubilee Reunion Weekend During the first weekend in June, esteemed members of the CBA Class of 1962 were reunited. On Friday evening, 27 Jubilarians enjoyed a reception and an elegant dinner in the W. Dennis Owen, AFSC ’44 Fine Arts Wing on the CBA campus. The revelers and their guests were joined by Br. Joseph Jozwiak, principal, Brother Gabriel Fiumano ’47, Brother Edmund Dwyer, and Brother John Loehr; and trustees Paul Drescher (Chair) and John Sindoni ’63 for an evening of reminiscing.

Saturday morning, several members of the class gathered at the Cazenovia Golf Club for an exhilarating round of golf and fellowship. That evening, the group attended the Baccalaureate Mass alongside the graduating Class of 2012 at Immaculate Conception Church in Fayetteville.

Front row (left to right): William Allard, Richard Glavin, Charles Dominick, William Geddes, Thomas Grooms, John Pennisi, Vito Mandarino, Anthony Ascioti, Anthony Tucci, Paul Rusyniak, Michael Bowser. Back row (left to right): David D’Amico, Rev. Douglas Reed, Roger Bradley, Richard Powell, James Lavoy, Thaddeus Florczyk, John Kozicki, Stephen Brennan, Joseph Mydlinski, James Nolan, Thomas Cadier, Robert Anderson, Richard Yeazel, Michael Maloney, Patrick Morelli.

"Or evening casts her Purple hue" Sixteen alums attended the Graduation Ceremonies at Temple Adath Yeshurun on Sunday morning. These gentlemen walked in the procession in advance of the graduates and were called to the stage where they received a gift from Bishop Robert Cunningham. Tom Grooms, representing the class, presented a check for $9,500 from the class. The 2012 Golden Jubilee Reunion has now become a cherished memory for those in attendance. Many old and new bonds were strengthened and forged over the weekend, and commitments made to remain in touch with one another.

Members of the Jubilee Class of 1962 at Immaculate Conception Church after the Baccalaureate Mass on Saturday evening. Front row (l to r): Anthony Ascioti, William Allard, Richard Powell, Patrick Morelli, Rev. Douglas Reed, Richard Yeazel. Back row: Stephen Brennan, John Kozicki, Michael Maloney, Joseph Mydlinski, Thaddeus Florczyk

The success of the event was due in large part to the efforts of the Jubilee Reunion Planning Committee during the nine months leading up to the reunion. These gentlemen aided the CBA Development Office with the planning of the weekend events, by researching and updating classmatesâ€™ contact information, and by generating excitement among their comrades for the events. The following alums were in attendance at the Golden Jubilee weekend events (committee members are indicated by *):

William Allard Robert Anderson Anthony Ascioti Michael Bowser Roger Bradley* Stephen Brennan Dr. Thomas Cadier David Damico* Charles Dominick Ted Florczyk* William Geddes Richard Glavin Thomas Grooms* William Kinnan

John Kozicki James Lavoy Michael Maloney Patrick Morelli Joe Mydlinski James Nolan John Pennisi* Richard Powell* Rev. Douglas Reed Paul Rusyniak Anthony Tucci John Westerfield Richard Yeazel

alumni Alumni Notes and Quotes 1954

On May 3, 2012 Father Jim Mathews was the recipient of the 2012 Dorothy Day Award. The award is bestowed upon an individual who demonstrates dedication to peace, social justice and hospitality to the poor. Father Mathews has served St. Lucy’s parish (Syracuse, NY) on the lower west side for more than 2o years and recently celebrated his Jubilee anniversary as priest.

Members of Candlebox visited CBA music class in May for a meet n’ greet with the students. Band manager Matt Iudice reported, “It was great to be back (for the first time in 15 years) and see the development of both the school and students.” Matt has worked in the entertainment and music industries for 20 years. His company LUJEN Brands Entertainment (Atlanta, GA) manages the band. Candlebox’s new album: Love Stories and Other Musings, is climbing the charts and the new single Turn Your Heart Around (co-written with Chris Daughtry) is sure to be a smash hit worldwide! You can visit www.candleboxrocks.com for more information on the band and tour dates for 20122013.

Candlebox from left to right: Scott Mercado- drummer and founding member, Adam Kury- Bass guitar Peter Klett- lead guitar and founding member, Matt Iudice ’87 - Manager. 1989

Father Jim Mathews ’54 1962

Dr. Thomas Cadier is a senior orthopedic surgeon in Athens, GA. During his free time, Tom enjoys competing in various equestrian events. 1987

After 20 years in the United States Navy, Michael Shanahan recently retired. He served in various locations including Japan, Hawaii, Iraq, San Diego and Washington State.

Fran Stinziano was elected to the USSSA New York Hall Of Fame in 2010 and subsequently inducted in 2011 in Syracuse. Fran is a life-long resident of Syracuse, New York, where he resides with his wife, Analisa, and two daughters, Adele and Joslin. Fran played slow pitch softball for 17 years beginning in 1991 at the age of 19 after a decision to stop playing college baseball. He played primarily for The Change of Pace and Tully’s Restaurant. Fran’s teams appeared in four World Series in a seven-year span, finishing 3rd in 1995 and 1997, and won several League, City of Syracuse, New York State and N.I.T. Championships.

As a tournament participant and member of those championship teams, Fran was named to multiple All-Tournament teams, including an AllWorld selection in the 1995 World Series where he was also named the tournament’s Most Valuable Defensive Player for his play at 3rd Base. Fran is currently a partner in the law firm of Gilberti Stinziano Heintz & Smith, P.C.

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Brad o’Connor’s wife, Lisa, gave birth to Sarah Ann on May 2, 2012. Maggie and mike o’Connor ’66 are proud grandparents!

Brad O’Connor at the baptism of daughter, Sarah. 1999

Fran Stinziano 1992

In June, Bo (Francis) Bigelow published his second novel, CONCESSIONS, a story about two restaurateurs who were close business associates turned rivals. Their field of battle: a duel of concession carts in the middle of town. For more information visit the website at: www.concessionsbook.com

Caithlin haven lopes and her husband, Peter, welcomed their third child, Sara Haven Lopes, on January 16, 2012. She joins big sister Julia (2) and big brother Peter (4). In September, the family moved from Rhode Island to Wrentham, MA. John dillon will be entering his last semester at Crouse Hospital College of Nursing in Syracuse. Upon completion, he will be able to take the NCLEX exam and become a registered nurse. John has worked as DJ at several CBA reunions over the years.

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On June 16, dr. disha mookherjee ran the Gary Bjorkland Half Marathon with friends in Duluth Minnesota.

Josh lagrow and wife, Lauren, are pleased to announce the arrival of their son Grayson born July 13, 2012.

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2002

mark ranieri and wife, Melissa, had a son, Anthony Michael on July 10. He joins big sister Caroline Rose (3).

michael Becallo attended the Weill Cornell Medical College Executive Program. 2004

Ashley demaio-Zecharek was named varsity head coach for CBA girls swimming. eileen mcmahon ’06, current CBA diving record holder, will be joining Ashley as assistant coach/diving coach. The two alums are thrilled about this opportunity. Ashley says, “I’m positively elated and beyond proud!... It’s a dream come true and we are extremely excited to coach for our alma mater.”

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Kristen Kielar recently graduated from the Buffalo School of Pharmacy & Pharmaceutical Sciences. She will be pursuing a PGY-1 Pharmacy Residency at Upstate University Hospital for the next 12 months.

Former CBA and SU lacrosse star, Jovan Miller, currently playing for the Charlotte Hounds was featured during July on ESPN’s Sportscenter’s Top 10 Plays for an incredible show of athleticism while making a winning goal. See http://laxallstars.com/ jovan-miller-dunk-goal-on-sportscenter-top-plays/

Clarissa Baston recently graduated from RIT with a Master’s in Professional Studies and now works for RIT as the Program Coordinator for the Study Abroad & Fellowship Office. After reading the story about a couple of CBA grads that founded an organization called Team Red, White & Blue, which supports the reintegration of our Veterans back into society, Joe Losurdo found himself wanting to get involved. Joe graduated from Le Moyne College and is currently enrolled in Temple University’s Doctorate of Physical Therapy program. Working with wounded Veterans was an idea that helped to initially lead him to pursue a career in physical therapy, so upon hearing about the work of the Erwin brothers, he reached out to find exactly how he could support their cause.

Zack Palmieri recently graduated from ARMY where he was the starting goalie for the lacrosse team. Zack was voted the Patriot League goalie of the week for two consecutive weeks with wins over Bucknell and Navy.

Zack Palmieri On July 29, Joe participated in the Delta Lake Triathlon with Tom Kraus and Maureen Scanlon representing Team Red, White & Blue. The trio doubled their fundraising goal and were happy to do something for those who put so much on the line for us.

2008

Matt Germain is a senior lacrosse player at St. Joseph’s University. In 2012 he started all 15 games on defense, picked up 20 ground balls with 13 caused turnovers and a season high three turnovers in a win vs. VMI. 2009

Kevin Yarnell was recently honored to receive the Francis Moench Award at SUNY Cortland. This award is given to the male physical education major who has attained the highest grade point average. In addition, Kevin has been inducted into the Phi Kappa Phi National Honor Society. Team Red White and Blue raised $2255 at the Delta Lake Triatholon. L to R: Tom Kraus, Maureen Scanlon (friend) and Joe Losurdo.

Brett Keegan spent the spring semester in Egypt where he taught English as a Second Language to Coptic Catholic seminarians at St. Leo’s Seminary in Ma’adi, a suburb of Cairo. The program had 16 students, most of them in their mid 20s. Brett was studying Arabic at school, so he knew some of the language, but the time was a learning experience. In addition to learning the language better, he really fell in love with the culture and made some great connections with the students. They lived, ate, played, and worshiped with the seminarians in addition to the classes, so they had plenty of time to practice English and got to learn about their lives and the culture. Brett also did some sightseeing, but the election made this difficult because of unrest and the threat of violence.

Peter Merola finished his freshman year at St. Leo’s where he earned a 4.0 average for the year. He was also picked by his freshman class of over 1200 as “Freshman of the Year”. 2011

Five CBA alumni traveled on their winter break to El Salvador in January 2012 with the college trip from Holy Cross Church. The five girls: Rachel Crawford, Liz Domachowske, Sarah Kitts, Tori Brown, and Natalie Sportelli have all traveled before to the tiny village of Rancho Grande, El Salvador where they have been helping support this small community in Central America. They worked on the new church building that was started in February 2011.

Amy Callahan was in Tuscania, Italy for spring semester where she attended the Lorenzo De Medici Institute and was immersed in Italian culture with a host family. She learned a lot about Italian cooking and wine! From there she toured Italy and also traveled to Dublin, Barcelona, and Vienna. 2010

Anthony Cirillo will be entering his junior year at Xavier University in Cincinnati, Ohio. He was on the Dean’s list for Spring 2012. During the spring and summer of 2012, he spent six weeks in Rome, Italy studying psychology and theology.

Young alumni visit El Salvador: Rachel Crawford, Liz Domachowske, Sarah Kitts, Tori Brown, and Natalie Sportelli.

"To thee we ever shall be true"

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CBA Alumni Weddings

1988

Kenneth Fifield and Cynthia Avery were wed on May 20, 2011 at St. Vincent De Paul Church in Syracuse, NY. Best man was John Fifield ’84, brother of the groom. Also in attendance were Scott Laba ’88 and Jeff Silvaggio ’88. An evening reception was held at Justin’s Grill in East Syracuse. The couple honeymooned in Playa del Carmen in Mexico and reside in North Syracuse.

1992

Caroline Markert married Sean Garner on July 21, 2012 at Holy Cross Church in Dewitt. The ceremony was performed by Rev. Msgr. J. Robert Yeazel ’59 with a reception at the Cavalry Club in Manlius. It was wonderful time and great to connect with CBA Alumni who attended: Guy Hart, Jr. ’92, Robert Bernales ’92, James LeMessurier ’92, Carl Thomas ’91, Leo Massaro ’91. Caroline’s father, Phil Markert ’49, her brother, Phil Markert, Jr. ’74, her niece Kimberly Shaw ’02 and former CBA Principal, Brother Thomas Zoppo, FSC were also there.

Brother Thomas Zoppo (former CBA principal, vice principal and faculty), James LeMessurier '92, Leo Massaro '93, Caroline Markert and her new husband Sean Garner, Bob Bernales '92 and Guy Hart '92.

Kenneth Fifield and Cynthia Avery

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Megan Grant and Timothy Ruddy were married on May 19, 2012 at St. Ann’s Church in Manlius, NY. Bridesmaids included Johanna Myers ’96, Mary Gorman ’96, Christine Tracey Julka ’96, and Emily Masey ’96. Megan’s sister, Meredith Grant ’98 served as maid of honor. Groomsman included Lee Navarro ’02, Dominick Cappuccili ’02, Anthony Marrone ’02 and Tim Brown ’02. A reception was celebrated at the Chart House in Weehawken, New Jersey. The bride earned her Accounting Degree from America University and currently works as an accountant for Dell Computers. The groom earned his Master’s Degree in Public Affairs from the LBJ School of Government, University of Texas. The couple just moved into their first home in Austin, TX.

Joseph DiFino and Heather Macaluso were married on November 5, 2011 at St. Joseph’s Cathedral in Buffalo, NY. Officiating at the ceremony was the Rev. Michael Carmola, of Syracuse, who also married the groom’s parents in 1975. Brother of the groom, Anthony Felix DiFino ’02 served as Best Man. Groomsmen included Ferdinando DiFino ’96 and Leonard DiFino ’97, both brothers of the groom and the grooms’s sister Anne Elizabeth DiFino ’08, served as a bridesmaid. A reception was held at Samuel’s Grande Manor in Buffalo. The bride is a graduate of SUNY Geneseo and the groom a graduate of Ithaca College. Both received Master’s degrees from Syracuse University. The couple honeymooned in Saint Lucia and reside in Geneseo, NY.

"Loudly we our voices raise To sing the anthems of thy praise"

alumni Missing Alumni The following classes will be celebrating reunions in 2013. Help us find current addresses for these missing alumni in time!

lasallian legacy society members Anonymous Dr. Carl Baum ’58 † Mr. Daniel Byrne ’70 Mr. Michael Domaratz ’74 Mr. Michael Kearney ’71

PS: Parents of recent graduates please send us new contact information! 1963

1988

Frank Kroll Daniel P. Lynch F. James Moynihan, Jr. Francis J. Waddington, Jr.

Edward Barker Thomas C. Benzel Frederick J. Britt Peter J. DiFrancesco David M. Frankowski Jason Gordon James T. Hughes Richard J. Kahute Fred Koslowski III Andrew W. Larrison, CDL Walter W. Li John R. Lynch, Jr. Peter P. Maglione Caroline Malek Michael J. Mertens Eric J. Pipas Edward J. Regan Jerry Sanders Neal J. Shanahan Kathleen Sweeney Michael J. Washo

1973

Thomas W. Blum Thomas M. Campbell Thomas R. Coe Shane M. Connor Edward R. Cottet James D. Crisalli Kevin W. Cushing William N. DeGroot James Ehling Joseph W. Formichella Joseph D. Fratto Francis P. Hahn Kevin Joyce Joseph A. Masters Joseph Melino Charles J. Mooney John G. Mortimer James S. Prusinowski Jonathan Ptak Jeffery S. Rath Edward F. Reichert David Ryan Peter D. Serbun Daniel J. Stiles Lawrence J. Stirpe Edward J. Weinheimer, Jr.

Mr. Michael Loftus ’63 Mr. John Rulison ’68 Mr. Bernard Staub ’49 † Dr. Benedict Alibrandi ’57 Mr. Jospeh Bauer ’73 Mr. Joseph DiMento ’65 Ms. Chris Hanley Hon John Lischak ’57 Mr. Walter Martineau ’46 Mr. Harry McCaffrey ’50 Mr. Richard Reschke ’48 Mr. Edward Ryan ’57 Mr. Fred Zuccala ’68 Mr. John Vita ’50 Msgr. Robert Yeazel ’59 Mr. Robert Gang ’35 Mrs. Annemarie Mosley Mr. & Mrs. John Sindoni, AFSC ’63 Mr. Paul Drescher Mr. Robert Waters ’66 Mr. Ernest Etoll ’53 Mr. & Mrs. Mark Pitonzo ’76 Mrs. Antoinette Pitonzo Mr. Ed Leone ’74 Mr. Norbert Nortz ’44 Mr. Leon Bill ’47 Mr. Richard Annese ’57 † Mr. R. David Carhart ’48 † Mr. Louis Pascarella ’48 Mr. L. William Eagan ’37 † Msgr. William Young ’62 Mr. Raymond Heigle ’40 † Mr. & Mrs. Donald Jones ’42 †

2003

Mr. & Mrs. James Carrick

Patrick M. Blasland Anne Marie Brisson Alyssa N. Gilberti Kerry V. Halleran Dominic Impelizzieri Brandon M. Lewis TJ Sheridan

Mr. Brian Kennedy ’76 Mr. Orie Egnoto ’64 † Mr. W. Dennis Owen AFSC ’44 Mr. Lawrence Ryan ’61 Steven Pickard ’98 Kristen Drescher Pickard ’99 Mr. John D. Murphy, Jr. ’77 Mr. Jan Klapetzky ’63 Fr. Charles Major ’51 Leonard Basile ’54 † deceased members

Here’s Why: Lasallian Legacy Society Members Share Their Reasons

Jan Klapetzky ’63 “I feel the education and goal setting skills I received at CBA, both inside and outside the classroom, were a major factor in my subsequent academic and professional success. By remembering CBA in my estate, I wanted to express my gratitude for the benefits I received and help CBA in its mission of providing quality education to other deserving young men and women.”

Dr. Benedict Alibrandi '57 accepts his LLS certificate from John Sindoni AFSC '63. “Including CBA in my will is a nice way to say thank you. In fact, with all that the Brothers have given me, there is not enough money to say thank you. By becoming a member of the Lasallian Legacy Society, we can ensure that CBA will continue to be the leader in Catholic education in Central New York for future generations.”

Mrs. Antoinette Pitonzo & Mark Pitonzo ’76

Msgr. William Young ’62 “I was looking at my will and other such stuff and I wanted to give something on a higher level. I can never know just when my ‘time’ here in this part of the Kingdom will come to an end. I would be foolish to wait any longer and we Brothers are not foolish (at least we’re not supposed to be). It was time for me to practice better the stewardship I preach.”

Antoinette and Mark have joined the Lasallian Legacy Society to say “thank you.” With a simple change of beneficiary on a life insurance policy for Mark and a gift bequest from Antoinette, they have made their legacy gifts to Christian Brothers Academy. These gifts enroll them as members of the Lasallian Legacy Society. Mark says it’s a good feeling knowing their gifts will someday help future generations and will stand as a permanent legacy for a lifelong commitment to CBA. "I think it’s something everyone connected to CBA should consider.”

Did you know…a bequest just takes a simple designation in your will or trust and costs nothing during your lifetime? It’s easy and revocable if your situation changes. Please consider remembering CBA in your will, contact Patti Callahan at 315-446-5960 ext 1139 or at pjcallahan@cbasyracuse.org for further information.

The lasallian Brand! whAt is “lAsAlliAn eduCAtion”? On August 8, 2011, The Christian Brothers Conference of the United States and Toronto region revealed a branding initiative that would solidify the network of Christian Brothers schools and connect them as one entity with a common goal and purpose.

Founded: 1680 Number of Countries: 80 Number of Schools: 933 Number of Colleges/ Universities: 64 Number of Students: 878,249 worldwide Number of Brothers: 5,322 QuAlities oF A lAsAlliAn eduCAtion: • • •

Lasallian Education… Defined. Since 1680, educational institutions in more than 80 countries have been inﬂuenced by the vision and innovative spirit of Saint John Baptist de La Salle, the Founder of the Institute of the Brothers of the Christian Schools and the patron saint of teachers. De La Salle transformed education by forming a community of educators with whom he developed a spirituality of teaching and learning, to give a human and Christian education to young people, especially the poor. Lasallian Education centers on Catholic values and personal relationships, emphasizing academic excellence, faith formation, inclusion, respect for the individual, service and social justice. A Lasallian Education strives to enrich each student’s cultural, intellectual, physical, social and spiritual development.

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Teaching based on the vision and spirituality of Saint John Baptist de La Salle Living the Institute’s mission for more than three centuries Centering on Catholic values and personal relationships Leading with De La Salle Christian Brothers and Lasallian Partners Advancing innovations in teaching, technology and scholarship

uniFYing stAtement: “Lasallian Education: Transforming Lives Since 1680” BrAnd logo The Lasallian Brand Crossed “L” (see image above) Known as the Crossed L, the new logo of Lasallian Education is a visual representation that best captures an education rooted in Catholic faith and values. It is simple, different and identifiable. It will not replace CBA’s current logo, but will be added to various publications and programs to show our connection to the Lasallian

Today, the De La Salle Christian Brothers and their Lasallian Partners continue to respond to students through advancements in teaching, technology and scholarship. In Lasallian communities, educators touch hearts, stimulate minds and cultivate leadership to prepare students for life, work, and service to society and the Church.

worldwide network. By embracing the branding initiative, which defines the core values of Lasallian education, CBA Syracuse honors its past association with the Christian Brothers and boldly faces its future, hand-in-hand with the Brothers and Lasallian educators worldwide.

The Lasallian Auction

Brother Joseph Jozwiak, Bill and Lisa Brennan (event co-chairs), Bishop Robert Cunningham, Carol and Marc Jones ’86 (event cochairs) greet auction attendees as they arrive at the 22nd annual Lasallian Dinner and Auction.

CBA James Bruska ’14 talks about his CBA experience before the Live Auction begins.

Sarah Pietrafesa ’12, Mary Hartnett ’14, Allison Bargabos ’14 and Emily Doherty ’12 present "Randall"!

2013 Corvette Kick-off

East Syracuse Chevrolet General Manager, Gino Barbuto unveils this year’s 2013 night race blue corvette with juniors Kevin Frasier, Ben Capella, Riley Dixon and Jack Pfohl and Mrs. Annemarie Mosley, Special Events Director. To order your tickets go to www.chartr. us/cba13corvette.

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Engineering CBA is pleased to announce a significant advancement in the computer science curriculum this fall. Beginning in September, CBA will offer an engineering course that will allow students to visualize, create and simulate data in both 2D AutoCAD and 3D design environments. Engineering, Drawing and Design will use Autodesk Inventor, a hands-on, computer-based interface which allows students to build their skills and understanding of the subject using the same tools used by university students and industry professionals. To suit the graphics-intensive software, CBA has installed a new Mac lab that sports 25 cutting-edge Apple iMac’s so students can appropriately operate the software. The new Mac lab and the software are the result of a generous grant awarded to the school for technology and learning advancement. Taught by Mrs. Martha Ponge, the course will be largely comprehensive, offering a wide variety of concepts such as dimensional drawing, spatial perspective, pictorial and orthographic drawings. Using these skills, students will be afforded the opportunity to apply decision-making skills to design problems through application and practice.

Presenting checks from the Lenten Drive L to R: Amanda DelCoro ’12, Dom Facciponte ’12, Patti Giancola from McMahon Ryan, Chris Benton from Vera House, Shannon Gross ’12, and Nora Hakizimana ’12.

Lenten Drive Last spring, CBA chose to support Vera House and McMahon Ryan Child Advocacy Center in their annual Lenten Drive. Organized and administered by student Peer Ministry leaders, the objectives of the drive were to raise both awareness and funding for two worthy local organizations. The Social Justice division of Peer Ministry went to work planning assemblies, displays and incentives for students to donate to the cause. The Vera House Silent Witness Exhibit, which told the stories of a dozen area domestic violence victims who lost their lives to domestic violence, lined the hallway in the Fine Arts Wing from February 29 until March 15. The exhibit brought reality to an issue that is difficult to discuss. The effort concluded on April 3 during Holy Week, prior to CBA’s spring recess. A grand total of over $5,500 was raised, along with awareness of the critical issues of domestic violence and child abuse.

A message from The CBA Booster Club: We support the school’s athletes (all 600 of them!) Please consider joining the club. Membership fees are $30 per family. Once you are a member you are eligible to purchase a family pass for $30 which allows your family free access to all

varsity home athletic contests. Get your CBA spirit apparel on the CBA website at the link called “CBA School Store.” It’s easy!

Heard in the Halls

Brother Gabe: always a favorite! CBA girls varsity softball won its first sectional championship in school history.

Softball Champs For the first time ever, members of the varsity softball team at Christian Brothers Academy are Section III champions! Coached by Greg Jewett, the team defeated Altmar-Parish-Williamstown, 9-3 on June 2. A primarily young team, CBA relied on the likes of seniors Molly O’Brien, Kelly Bewley, and Claire Gollegly to secure the title win. Team asset Jordan Sheridan ’13 locked down the game, allowing only nine hits and striking out eight batters. The “Lady Brothers” had a great season, finishing 14-7.

Br. Gabe’s Business Marketing class was anxious to pose with their "favorite teacher" on graduation day. Front row (l to r):Sean Lavin, Charles Ryan, Casey Janowski, Brother Gabriel Fiumano, FSC ’47, Jess Drazek, Mike Vavonese, Todd Lock, Jacob Butchko. Second Row: Sean Hartnett, Brandon Turner, John Glover, Luke Ellingworth (missing from photo Aiden Fuller).

CBA Crowd at NYSSMA In May, 32 music students at CBA participated in the annual NYSSMA (New York State School Music Association) solo and small ensemble festival held at Cicero-North Syracuse High School. Students performed scales, a sight-reading piece as well as a prepared solo with difficulty of levels 1-6 in front of an adjudicator for a score. Seven CBA students received a perfect score!

L to R: Greg Maziuk, Josh Popp, Sid Perkins, Phil Parkes, Tom Culeton, Brendan Keeney, Tom O’Connor, Elliot Lawrence, Steve Maser, Chris Torell, Junghye Kim, Geoffrey Parkes, Rebekah Boules, Emery Lawrence, Lillian Harrington, Lauren DeLorenzo, Maria Colangelo, Melissa Boehlert, Regina Dziergas, Lexi Mather, Olivia Malvasi, Emily Tygart, Jed Raby, Nikita Sharkey, Isabel O’Brien, Emily Robison, and Dan O’Conner. (Not Pictured: Sam Lim, Daliah Greenwald, David Carey, Shannon Fitch, Maggie Lenkiewicz, and Colleen Cavanagh).

Through the Eyes (and Heart) of a Volunteer

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BY:

Kathy Murphy Pietrafesa

I like to be busy and I like to have a purpose. I enjoyed my career immensely but it required a fair amount of traveling which impacted on time spent at home. Fortunately, we were in a position where I could stay home with Sarah and Richard. And there were lots of hours in the days to fill! So, although, I never set out to volunteer, it became a natural progression as my children went through elementary school. It also gave me a platform where I could teach them by example some things I think are really important: the value and importance of giving back, helping others, meeting deadlines, working with others AND we shared the same goal at CBA, making new friends! I often say we encourage and gently push our 7th graders through the front door, saying confidently to them, “don’t worry, it will be fun, you will love it, you will meet new friends” and then we, the adults, retreat to our cars as quickly as possible! So we all shared the same fears… will they like me, will I do a good job? So, I told my children and myself, we will all make new friends. I checked the volunteer box on the sheet that came home in the back to school summer mailing and we were off!

“CBA is a wonderful institution filled with adults who believe in kids, and in my world, that’s the secret…As their “village”, the CBA community embraces students and sets them on a course to draw out all the miraculous things they have to offer this world. CBA is the foundation my children need to change the world.” ~ Kathy Murphy It has been a more rewarding and enjoyable experience than any job I ever held. CBA was the educational choice for our children. We wanted them to have strong academics combined with the intimacy of everyone knowing who you are. CBA guided them, helped them, encouraged them and provided the perfect environment for them to thrive and become strong young men and women. They survived the bumps of high school, made some best friends along the way, and I couldn’t have asked for more. I became more involved in Parents Club activities and met a wonderful group of people who I am glad to call my friends today. We worked hard together, shared parenting tips along the way, held our breath during midterms and finals, and ultimately became a part of the “village” for our children. Like everything else, the hardest part is the first step. Not everyone is able to share the time that I had, but, there is room and a job for everyone. We worked hard to seek out parents, and to match the jobs with their time availability and any other constraints. It is definitely a challenge to find time to volunteer, but my advice is always: just do a little (after all you can always do more!). You will be delighted to meet your children’s friends and their families. It can be sports, the arts, faculty luncheons, father/daughter or mother/son communion breakfast and a host of many other activities, they all help CBA do the very best job they can at nurturing our children.

I was fortunate enough to work closely with the students in the Class of 2012 and am amazed at the talents, abilities and strength of each and every senior in the class. I have no doubt that we can leave the world in their hands, and they will make it a better place. They are a class filled with caring, loving, funny and compassionate young people who will be tomorrow’s leaders. I am sure the same can be said of virtually every CBA alum. The most telling moment was graduation when lots and lots of tears were shed. I cried because my daughter will be moving on and growing up. I cried because I will be moving on! I will miss my friends, our meetings, the hard work and the sigh of relief when all goes well. So, I encourage every family to check the box, volunteer a few times until you find the fit, and lead by example for your children. I promise it will be a wonderful experience!

Sarah Pietrafesa ’12 with her mom, Kathy Murphy Pietrafesa. Kathy Murphy Pietrafesa, CBA mom and volunteer extraordinaire, offers her thoughts on volunteering at Christian Brothers Academy. “Murphy” served as Parents Club President, perhaps the school’s most challenging volunteer role, during the 2008-2009 school year. One of many contributions she made to the school was to document each Parent’s Club event and activity to provide consistency and ease of transition each year. She is also known for inspiring volunteers by asking, “What do you like to do?” and finding a place and time for each person to contribute.

For the 21st year running, 100% of CBA seniors were accepted into a college of their choice. Here is a list of the colleges this year's seniors will attend this fall: Alfred University Berklee College of Music Binghamton University Brown University Cabrini College Canisius College Case Western Reserve University Colgate University Connecticut College Cornell University DeSales University Emerson College Fordham University Georgetown University Hamilton College High Point University Hobart and William Smith Colleges Howard University Ithaca College James Madison University Johns Hopkins University Le Moyne College Lincoln University Loyola University Maryland Marist College

Michigan State University Nazareth College New York University Northeastern University Onondaga Community College Pace University Purdue University Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute Rochester Institute of Technology Saint Joseph’s University Saint Joseph’s University Siena College St. Anselm College St. Bonaventure University St. John Fisher College St. John’s University St. Lawrence University St. Thomas More School Suffolk University SUNY Brockport SUNY Cortland SUNY Geneseo SUNY Oswego SUNY Potsdam Susquehanna University

Syracuse University The Catholic University of America Tulane University Union College US Air Force Academy Prep United States Naval Academy University at Albany University at Buffalo University of Connecticut University of Dayton University of Delaware University of Massachusetts Amherst University of Michigan University of Notre Dame University of Pennsylvania University of Scranton University of South Carolina University of St. Andrews - Scotland University of Tampa Utica College Villanova University Wentworth Institute of Technology Wesleyan University Worcester Polytechnic Institute Yale University

The Class of 2012 will study (Including double majors): Accounting: 2 Architecture: 2 Science (other): 2 Biology: 20 Business: 16 Communications: 7 Computer Science: 3 Dance: 1 Engineering: 11

Education: 3 English: 5 Economics: 2 Environmental Studies: 2 Exercise Science: 2 Finance: 1 History: 2 International Relations: 2 Math: 1

Nursing: 3 Pharmacy: 1 Philosophy: 1 Physical Therapy: 2 Political Science: 3 Pre-Med/ Health: 2 Psychology: 4 Public Health: 1 Undeclared: 22… Don’t worry, they have time!

"Boldly we thy glory sing And proudly may thy praises ring!" Dads and Grads 2012

Prior to the Class of 2012 graduation ceremony on June 3, CBA Alumni who are fathers of this year’s graduates posed for the traditional "Dads ’n Grads" picture. Front Row (l to r): Shawna and Robert Brazell ’73, Shannon and David Gross ’81, Amanda and Anthony DelCoro ’79, Shane and David Murphy ’72, Sean and Robert Lavin ’82. Second row: Christopher Vignogna ’84 and Ryan, Richard Driscoll ’74 and John, Dan Dell’uomo ’70 and Kara, Tim Kelley ’80 and Ellie, Robert Walker ’75 and William. Third Row: Jessica and Albert Giannino ’81, Robert and Dick Anderson ’81, Michael and Mike Vavonese ’76. Missing from photo Mark Fuller ’83 and Aiden.

ClAss oF 2012 proFile: numBer oF students: 122

nAtionAl hispAniC reCognition progrAm sCholAr:

VAlediCtoriAn: Christina Kim (Yale)

Brendan Smith

sAlutAtoriAn : Gabrielle George (Cornell)

memBers oF lAsAlle ChApter oF the nAtionAl honor

nAtionAl merit FinAlist: Gabrielle George

soCietY: 48

nAtionAl merit Commended students: Christopher

totAl merit-BAsed sCholArship & grAnts: $19,000,000+

Bousquet, Elizabeth Catalano, J. Mark Finlay, Christina Kim,

# diVision 1 Athletes: 15

Cameron MacPherson, Kate Sheehan

"CBA we pledge to thee Our faith, our love, undyingly! "

CBA alumni and former football players present a sign which now adorns the men's locker room at Alibrandi Stadium.

In Memoriam Amador Alcover ’40 Seven Ganoung, Jr. ’96 John Glowacki ’49 Richard Kirsch ’45 Joseph LaGuardia ’66 Michael Lannon ’71 Edward Mertzlufft ’42 Eric Rogers ’81 Nicholas Silvaggio ’42

friends Robert Anderson (Father of Diana Merithew, Director of Guidance)

Elizabeth Hueber (Mother of James ’75; Grandmother of James (Mack) ’04)

Concetta Catalano (Grandmother of Elizabeth ’12, Peter ’14 & Michael ’18)

Rita Kesel (Sister of William Drescher ’40; Aunt of William Drescher ’70 & Paul Drescher, Chairman-Board of Trustees)

Maryann Cavale (Wife of James ’66) Margaret Chase (Mother-in-law of Martin Cregg ’67) Mary Elizabeth Drescher (Wife of William ’40; Mother of Paul, Chairman-Board of Trustees, & William ’70; Grandmother of Kristin Pickard ’99, Joseph ’00, Kathleen ’01, Michael ’03, Sarah ’04, Adam ’06, Anna ’08, Molly ’08, Andrew’11 & Alexander ’14) Dr. Michael Fallon (Uncle of Timothy Fallon ’85, Matthew Fallon ’86 & Paul Casey Fallon ’87) Emelia “Amy” Frasier (Grandmother of Andrew ’10, Kevin ’12 & John ’15) Anne Gensler (Wife of Thomas ’64) Margaret Grillot (Mother of Phillip ’69 & Frederick ’71)

Angela Hatem (Grandmother of Dante Hatem ’14 & Marina Hatem ’18)

Patricia Kerwin (Wife of Michael Kerwin ’69) Margaret Lee (Mother of Edward ’73) Lucille Loehr (Sister-in-law of Br. John Loehr, FSC) Elizabeth Quinn, AFSC Joseph Majesky (Father of Ronald ’67) George Rickert (Father of Andrew ’73, Lawrence ’74 & Peter ’76) Genevieve Sindoni Vavonese (Mother of Frank ’67, Stephen ’72 & Michael ’76; Grandmother of Frank ’98, Robert ’00, Stephanie ’02, Paul ’04, Michael ’12 & Matthew ’17; Aunt of John Sindoni ’63 & Mark Pitonzo ’76) C. Donald Williams (Father of Daniel ’71 & Michael ’72)

CBA Calendar of Events For more information please visit our website or call the school at (315) 446-5960

September

Homecoming Tailgate

5 28

Class of 1972 40th reunion Annual Open House

3 4 3 & 17 23

Lasallian Sports Hall of Fame Awards Dinner Alumni Memorial Mass Entrance Exams Class of 2002 20th reunion

19 & 20 27

Christmas Concerts Alumni Basketball Game

October

November

December

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