SPRING 2019
A Publication for Alumni, Parents & Friends
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Notre Dame Schools
NOTRE DAME SCHOOLS
NDES Mission
Celebrating God’s goodness and provident care, Notre Dame Elementary School educates children by nurturing dreams, excellence and success for transforming their lives and our world.
NDCL Mission
Like Mary, who gave Christ to the world, Notre Dame-Cathedral Latin School educates leaders who transform the world, as Jesus did, by living the truth in love.
Vision Notre Dame Schools will engage students from preschool through high school in an exceptional Catholic education. We will focus on loving, respecting, and educating all to discover and develop their God-given talents. We will challenge our students to respond faithfully to Jesus’ call to transform the world by consciously doing good and bringing hope to the hearts of all.
Core Values • Justice • Respect • Integrity • Community • Excellence
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Notre Dame Schools Board of Directors Lynne Ernes, Board Chair Frank Cappello Matt Dailey Joseph DuBois Deborah Feller Daniel Garey Roger Gingerich Jill Harmat, DO John Herubin Mary Legerski Linda McHugh Dan Mullinger Sr. Mary Frances Murray, SND Joseph Nista David Payne Janet Poponick, MD Sr. Kathleen Ryan, SND Timothy Salcer Terry Searles Joseph Williams IV Sr. Carol Ziegler, SND Roger Zona Michael Bates, Ed.D. President Joseph A. Waler NDCL Principal Barbara Doering NDES Principal Please send all address changes and correspondence to: Notre Dame-Cathedral Latin School Office of Advancement 13000 Auburn Road Chardon, Ohio 44024 advancement@ndcl.org 440.279.1068
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Letter from the President
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FEATURE ARTICLE From This Place
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SCHOOL NEWS Legal Lions Sweep Regional Trials to Qualify for Fourth Consecutive Trip to States NDCL to Offer 14 College Credit Courses in Fall 2019 ‘All Systems Go’ as NDCL Robotics Team Places Sixth in State Competition 19 Students Win Awards in Cleveland Clinic eXpressions Competition Multipurpose Room Opens for Notre Dame Elementary Students New Wollschleger Weight Training and Wellness Center Opens to NDCL Students NDES Christmas Luncheon Recap Career Week Bishop Perez Visits Notre Dame Schools
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SPORTS NEWS Sports Report Athletic Hall of Fame
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ALUMNI/CLASS NEWS Reunion 2019 Alumni News Notre Dame Schools Exceeds Goal on First-Ever Giving Day 2019 Lions Golf Classic Bundles of Joy In Memoriam Honoring Our Mother and Father
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UPCOMING EVENTS NDES 10th Annual Walkathon Legacy Day Luncheon This Year, Give the GIFT of Catholic Education
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Message from the President Winter/Spring 2019 Dear Families, Alumni, and Friends, When I was a college student in Washington, D.C., I was humbled to witness the quiet, small, and yet radiating presence of Mother Teresa. Inspired by her, I knew immediately that one could change the world without size of stature, aggregated wealth, or political ambition. The world is changed one person at a time with intention, persistence, and, hopefully, by unselfish love. Though school buildings close or hallways are renovated, the impact of a transformational education situates a person to engage a world in need of love and care. My hope in our work at Notre Dame Schools is that our students know that they are good, that they are loved, and that they are valued. Often the burden or the stress of a moment can distract the best of us from this self-awareness. I believe it is by our community of faith and respect that we encourage one another to persist. In this edition of Seasons, we take a look at the impact of our schools on our alumni. From this Place is the idea that from this place in Northeastern Ohio, profound learning happened in a classroom, on an athletic field or stage, on a school newspaper, or by travel. In this 30th anniversary year of the founding of Notre Dame-Cathedral Latin, we wanted to highlight 30 stories of remarkable individuals and graduates from our schools: Notre Dame Academy, Cathedral Latin, and NDCL. Thirty stars among a constellation of over 25,000 stellar alumni. These individuals reflect lives led with courage, conviction, and purpose – and they are but a sampling of the tens of thousands of courageous lives led by our alumni throughout the world over the past 140 years of our schools’ histories. This edition also profiles moments of success among our current students this year. Our Lady overlooks the Auburn Road entrance to the Sisters of Notre Dame and Notre Dame Schools campus. This beautiful bronze statue was formerly on the Notre Dame Academy campus on Ansel Road.
“I alone cannot change the world, but I can cast a stone across the waters to create many ripples.” – St. Teresa of Calcutta
Take a glimpse, alumni, you are part of a very proud heritage of transformational success in medicine, law, service, art, government, education, ministry, agriculture, technology, innovation, and finance. Engage your inspiration, current students, you are on a journey to become the wonderful person God calls you to be – just glimpse these 30 women and men who have traveled the world. Engage your confidence, dear parents, your investment in this Catholic education at Notre Dame Elementary and Notre Dame-Cathedral Latin Schools is well worth the sacrifice, for your child is being prepared to lead with intellect, compassion, love, and faith. In this issue, we also honor the many alumni of our schools who passed away this year. I ask you to hold in thought and prayer our community and, particularly, the families and friends of those we have lost. May their legacy be a reminder to us of our capacity to love more and to extend our care more generously. May you continue to know readily the blessings of our Good and Provident God,
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Academy, Cathedral Latin, and NDCL graduates have gone far from this place to transform the world. The 30 alumni profiled in this issue are representative of the diversity of transformational lives lived by over 25,000 alumni. We are blessed to share how they have used their God-given talents to lead and serve others in various capacities locally, nationally, and internationally. Their stories serve as a source of inspiration for all.
Jacqueline Vanek '15
Student, University of Dayton | Bahir Dar, Ethiopia Studying to be an Intervention Specialist, Jacqueline Vanek spent the summer of her senior year in Bahir Dar, Ethiopia teaching English to 45 children, ages 5 to 10. Without Internet access and resources, she relied heavily on play learning for her active students. By the end of her teaching experience, her students learned the days of the week, colors, and feelings, as well as how to introduce themselves, how to play, and have fun. In partnership with Vincentian Lay Missionaries, Jacqueline stayed with four sisters who devoted their lives to helping the poor. "It was through my experience in Ethiopia where I was able to expand my relationship with God as well as my passion for teaching."
Nathaniel “Coyote” Peterson '00
President, Co-Owner, Wilderness Productions Northern Territory, Australia From Australia to South Africa, Nathaniel "Coyote" Peterson has traveled the world to film animals with a goal of exciting and educating future generations of animal enthusiasts. His YouTube channel, Brave Wilderness, has gathered over 14 million subscribers and amassed over 2.5 billion views. Recently, Coyote partnered with Discovery Communications to become the leading face and spokesman of Animal Planet. "Representing, producing, and hosting for Animal Planet is the culmination of tireless hard work and truly a lifelong dream realized!"
Dominic DiMarco '69
President, Cranbrook Schools | Bloomfield Hills, MI After retiring from a successful domestic and international career with the Ford Motor Company, Dominic DiMarco transitioned to education leadership, now as President of Cranbrook Educational Community. Adopting "Service to Others" as one of its themes, Cranbrook’s Institute of Science offers supplemental science to public schools in the nearby cities, including Detroit, Pontiac, and Flint. "These educational opportunities enhance the lives of students and their chances to attend college and become successful citizens. It’s not about what you do now, but what you continue to do with the gifts you are given."
Dr. Patricia (Abouhassan '90) Abboud
Senior Consultant, Pediatric Critical Care Medicine, Lead for Transport, Sidra Medicine | Doha, Qatar Dr. Abboud journeyed to Qatar in the Middle East to be part of a state-of-the-art hospital, Sidra Medicine, doing what she loves most: helping people. Leaving a successful career in Ohio, Dr. Abboud gave her new opportunity six months before summoning her husband and two of her children to join her in Qatar while also leaving one child to attend university in Ohio. "My Catholic upbringing is central to our family life. Living in Qatar, it's on me to make sure the Catholic faith and teaching is in our home. My upbringing and my time at NDA instilled this value in my life." SEASONS SPRING 2019
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John Bauters '98
Mayor, City of Emeryville | Emeryville, CA Since being elected to city council in 2016 (and mayor shortly after), John Bauters spearheaded tripling the investment in homeless outreach services in the city of Emeryville, including the building of an 87-unit, 100% affordable housing complex for low income working families and intergenerational housing for homeless youth and low income seniors. "Our city was recognized as one of the Bay Area's leaders in addressing homelessness and affordable housing in 2018. I learned at NDCL how to make space for everyone to belong in a community."
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Associate Director, Mount Sinai Health System | Namibia From 2006 to 2008, Abby Zaylor volunteered with the Peace Corps, teaching English, science, and math at a secondary school in rural northeastern Namibia. “I think the core values and larger community of NDCL encouraged a sense of compassion, service, and self-assurance that lead me towards travel and service.” After graduating from New York University with her master’s degree in health policy and management, Abby began working for Mount Sinai Health System. Today, she oversees the strategic planning office, helping implement projects that have transformed how Mount Sinai delivers patient care and helping develop the next generation of leaders in healthcare policy and administration.
Bridey Joyce '13
Special Assistant, United States Agency for International Development (USAID) | Kerege, Tanzania Bridey Joyce knew at NDCL she wanted to combine her desires to travel and serve others. She volunteered as an English teacher in Peru, Cambodia, and Vietnam before starting at The Ohio State University. In her current role, Bridey has visited three of USAID’s missions in Africa. She traveled to Kerege, Tanzania where USAID partners with Ohio State and the Tanzanian Agricultural Research Institute to provide training and tools to participating farmers. "The farmer we met turned his smallholder farm into a commercial vegetable seedling production and went from making $200/month to $2600/month. He then traveled across the country, sharing best practices – something these rural farmers would never have access to without assistance. It was a proud moment to see real change for people."
Jo Ann (Artress '54) McGreevy
Director of the Bookstores (Retired), New York University | New York, NY Jo Ann McGreevy immersed herself in the NYC book business while employed at New York University. One highlight as VP of the American Booksellers Association was having the honor of presenting President Gerald Ford with a collection of 400 books for the White House Library. "While I had the honor of meeting such famous people - presidents, movie stars, musicians - it was my privilege to encourage and guide young people who were just starting out their careers in this business. I learned those skills at Notre Dame Academy."
Bishop Neal J. Buckon '71
Auxiliary Bishop of Military Services, Vicar for Western Region of the United States | Archdiocese of the Military, Iraq Bishop Neal Buckon was deployed to Iraq twice to serve the spiritual needs of the military personnel. After rocket attacks interrupted Mass in which he was presiding on three consecutive Sundays, the "all clear" was given and the Masses proceeded as normal each time. "I serve the Catholic faithful of the U.S. Armed Forces. Even in combat zones, their spiritual needs must be met, no matter the dangers." 4
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Lani (Oca '82) Fauvre
Volunteer, Homeboy Industries | Los Angeles, CA For ten years, Lani Fauvre and her husband Brad have been involved in Homeboy Industries, an umbrella organization whose mission is to take young men and women from gang life and position them to succeed in life. The addictive nature of gang life leads to one path – jail. The organization, spearheaded by Fr. Greg Boyle, S.J., includes businesses like silk screening and catering, giving ex-gang members worthwhile employment opportunities. "We are such a small part of a big world. I was inspired at an early age to make a difference. The selflessness of the Sisters of Notre Dame and the faith-based education that I received was such an important part of my life."
Daniel Owen Parker '09
Senior Associate - Real Estate, The Blackstone Group | New York, NY Daniel Owen Parker points to the strong curriculum at NDCL, specifically his math and physics classes, as catalysts for helping him adjust and excel at Carnegie Mellon University. While playing football and lacrosse at CMU, Owen double majored in finance and statistics. He started his career with Deutsche Bank and joined The Blackstone Group in 2017. "Joining Blackstone was the culmination of 10 years of hard work across a variety of roles that started in high school. Fortunately, an opportunity of this magnitude comes with a high degree of responsibility to invest prudently on behalf of our investors, but most importantly, it affords me the opportunity to give back in ways previously thought unattainable at this point in my life."
Germaine (Grdina '55) Amato
Maxim Electronic Sales | Healdsburg, CA Geri Amato was, in her words, the "domestic engineer" of the Amato household. She and Mel bought a sales rep and distribution business in 1985. Wearing many hats in running the business, Geri managed multiple facets of the operations all while running the household at the same time. "I said yes to five years for the business, but it turned out to be much longer. We sold it to our son in 2007 and now I'm back to managing the business of our home!"
Mel Amato '53
Engineer (Retired) and Local Advocate | Healdsburg, CA Mel Amato used his engineering and financial acumen to save a local iconic landmark in Healdsburg, California. The town's historic Memorial Bridge, nearing its 100th anniversary, was structurally rated to carry "zero" tons of vehicular traffic per the state agency's 1979 inspection report. Mel's careful review of that report uncovered a major structural calculation error. Correcting that error increased the vehicular capacity to 15,600 lbs. making the bridge eligible for rehabilitation, not just replacement. "I sat down with our city council members one-on-one and convinced them the bridge was worth saving and not replacing. Better yet, the rehab was 50% the cost of a new bridge. I used my skills to save something that has meaning for our town, and it saved money too!"
Jacqui (Jarosz '01) Wukich
Treasurer and Volunteer, Gulu Help Foundation | Northern Uganda As a student and young professional, Jacqui Wukich traveled to Northern Uganda four times to support the Gulu Help Foundation, an organization that works with the Archdiocese of Gulu in identifying and addressing the challenges of communities in the region. Now, as she balances a family life after returning to Ohio, Jacqui continues to serve the Foundation as its treasurer, using her professional skills to fulfill its mission. "As a student, I was constantly exposed to examples of service, including the Sisters of Notre Dame and their work throughout the world. These opportunities to give back worked their way through my thinking and caused me to act."
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Johnny Britt '75
Singer, Trumpeter, Recording Artist | Los Angeles, CA After Latin, Johnny Britt studied music at The Conservatoire de Versailles in France for three years where he studied trumpet with Roger Delmotte, first trumpeter for the Paris Opera. Johnny then returned to the States where he received his undergraduate degree in music from Governors State University. One of his big breaks occurred when he met Otis Williams of The Temptations. This encounter led him to move to California and become their music director. He credits this move with launching his career in Hollywood as a successful musician. "Being in this business calls for discipline. The experience at Latin, particularly learning from Brother Ridder, gave me the foundation for my career in music."
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Chief Knowledge Officer (Retired), DeNora | Mumbai, India Lynne Ernes's work as a member of the Management Team of Industrie DeNora included a water purification project in a small village outside Mumbai. The opportunity to see the equipment in action versus in the lab was fascinating for Ernes. Prior to this, the village did not have access to clean drinking water. "This was a humbling experience. Witnessing the poverty first hand and how my team can have such an impact on this village - how can you not be moved by that experience?"
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Emmanuel J. Tavares '09
Physician, UC Davis Medical Center | Sacramento, CA Emmanuel Tavares’s journey in medicine began at NDCL when he was encouraged by Ms. Maureen Wahl to participate in a scientific research internship with the Cleveland Clinic. "It was because of this experience and the education provided by the biology department that I established a strong foundation of scientific knowledge on which my medical education and career was built." After NDCL, he attended Case Western Reserve University and then the Medical College of Wisconsin. Out of 339 available spots for Urology, Emmanuel matched into his first choice of residency program at UC Davis Medical Center which he will begin in June 2019.
Phil Glaeser '79
Volunteer, 24 Foundation | Charlotte, NC Phil Glaeser was active for seven years in the 24 Foundation in North Carolina that supports cancer research. By organizing cycling activities, Phil's involvement moved the needle for the Foundation that now has an entire center at one of the local hospitals. "If you can find something that involves your interest and helps others, it is synergistic and motivating! You can't do everything, but you can do something."
Colette (Vargo '81) Glaeser
Data Strategist, Apple, Inc. | Cupertino, CA Colette Glaeser’s strong work ethic paid off. While employed at Silicon Valley Data Science, a small startup company with 50 employees, she led a strategy project for a client in London, establishing a roadmap for the client that was critical to both the client’s competitive positioning as well as sustaining her company with follow-up engagements during the subsequent year. The startup was then acquired by Apple. "My math and science teachers at NDES and NDA were game-changers. Back then I had to work extra to keep up with 'the boys'. I am a firm believer in that anything is possible when you work hard for it."
Stephanie (Lemmo '08) Ham, PhD
CEO and Co-Founder, OncoSolutions, LLC | Akron, OH Dr. Stephanie Ham found her passion for science and math during her time at NDCL. While at Miami University, she learned that her mother was diagnosed with late stage ovarian cancer. This terrible news sparked Dr. Ham’s passion to apply her knowledge towards cancer research. While working towards her master’s degree in biomedical engineering at the University of Akron, Dr. Ham co-invented a new technology that grows 3D tumor models for the development of more effective cancer drugs. She launched OncoSolutions to provide her technology’s services to pharmaceutical industry customers and to improve cancer drug development. 6
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Alfred C. DeCrane, Jr. '49
Chief Executive Officer (Retired), Texaco, Inc. | Harrison, NY Alfred DeCrane held various positions with Texaco, Inc. eventually becoming its CEO in 1993. In addition to serving on numerous corporate boards, many of his proudest achievements are more personal: serving in the US Marine Corps, marrying the love of his life, Joan Hoffman, in 1954, and his family (6 children, 16 grandchildren, and 1 great-grandchild). In more ways than one, his leadership started at Latin. "Working as the editor of the Cathedral Latin newspaper inspired me to be a leader."
Marilyn McHugh '90
Co-Founder, The Hummingbird Project | Kenya and India After NDA, Marilyn McHugh studied biology at Xavier University and earned her master’s degree in public health from Case Western Reserve University. For over 10 years, she worked as an infectious-disease biologist, helping develop a new smallpox vaccine. During her yearlong honeymoon with her husband, Chris, the couple traveled to Kenya where they taught students at Daraja Academy how to steward their land more sustainably. Then, they traveled to India where they taught farmers how to cultivate healthy soil and save local seeds. Together, they founded The Hummingbird Project, a non-profit organization with local and international initiatives such as the Cleveland Seed Bank, Living Soil Training, and Sustainable Schools.
David Forsythe '12
Natural Farmer, Bee Guardian, Educator, & Bioremediator, Self-Employed | Pahoa, HI David Forsythe had a life-changing experience when he studied in South Korea with Master Han Kyu Cho, who developed Korean Natural Farming, a farming system, philosophy and holistic approach to farming and animal care without chemicals, antibiotics, or pesticides. Today, David educates others on how to transform lava rock and toxic conventional farming land into rich, healthy, and diverse soil. He is conducting studies and research with local non-profits and the Big Island of Hawaii community to bring natural farming and beekeeping practices to the commercial world.
Diane (Dickerson '95) Santa Maria, DrPH, MSN, RN, PHNA-BC
Associate Professor of Nursing and Interim Dean, University of Texas Health Science Center, Houston Cizik School of Nursing | Houston, TX Diane Santa Maria learned to give back at a young age. After graduating from NDCL, Diane volunteered in Honduras, the Dominican Republic in the Peace Corps, and in Kenya with the Red Cross. Recently, Diane, a behavioral scientist, was awarded a $3 million grant from the National Institutes of Health for her research. "This project is a culmination of many years of educational preparation and research to determine the best ways to prevent HIV among youth who are struggling with housing insecurity and who are at very high risk for HIV compared to their housed peers. I look forward to the opportunity to make a difference in the lives of youth in my community who have fallen through the cracks."
Phil Fogarty '76
Volunteer, National Association of Landscape Professionals | Arlington, VA Phil Fogarty has been an active part of Arlington National Cemetery's Renewal and Remembrance project that cares for the grounds through an organized, one-day mission. Since his startup idea got off the ground 23 years ago and is now organized by the National Association of Landscape Professionals, Phil’s goal each year is to be invited back to serve this need again. "A driving force for this project is gratitude to those who have served our country. To be mentioned in the same sentence as Arlington is a privilege." SEASONS SPRING 2019
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Mary (Grantham '93) O'Brien, PhD
Professor of German, University of Calgary | Calgary, AB, Canada Learning the German language and studying abroad in Germany as a junior at NDCL proved to be a transformational experience for Dr. Mary O’Brien. "Living as an outsider opened my eyes to different ways of living, made me aware that I’m a citizen of the world, and encouraged me to embrace diverse cultural experiences." As a professor of German at the University of Calgary, Dr. O'Brien co-authored a textbook called German phonetics and phonology: Theory and practice. "Writing this textbook was a dream of mine since I was an undergraduate student. It's satisfying to know that my students are using the book to learn and to know that other German students are using it, too."
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Executive Editor, Drug Topics Magazine | Nairobi, Kenya David Frabotta is a journalist with over 20 years of experience, primarily for professional publications in healthcare, veterinary medicine, agriculture, golf, and hospitality. His work has taken him to 50+ cities in more than 20 countries. David’s proudest career moment was organizing a conference and tradeshow in Nairobi, Kenya that united local agriculture distributors with large multinational companies to help deliver better seed, fertilizers, and pesticides at lower costs. The tradeshow was a huge success, helping transform the lives of farmers overnight. "I was energized by the fact that my work helped people produce more food in a region that badly needed it. It was a small step in a complicated system of food production and security."
Christine (Henry '86) Shea
Owner, Principal, Brand Highway LLC | Cincinnati, OH Christine Shea spent a significant portion of her career in marketing at Heinz, where she managed several brands including the $180 million Classico pasta sauce business. After she reached the VP position, she reprioritized her life and started a consulting business, enabling personal and professional balance. Today, she volunteers in her community, parish, and even in Peru, where she helps orphaned children via The Paul Lammermeier Foundation. "I am finally hearing the message that my NDA teachers had been trying to tell me: life is about being the best person you can be, and that life is well beyond a job. Life is about loving yourself – by letting yourself be loved – which fuels you to love and give to others."
Kyle Leciejewski '02
Vice President, Americas Sales, Dell Technologies | Charlotte, NC While at NDCL, Kyle Leciejewski was active in student recruitment. “Although I didn’t know it at the time, this was the foundation of what became my career in sales leadership. It ultimately propelled me to travel and serve others.” Kyle has since risen in the ranks in Dell Technologies over the past 13 years, living in five cities and traveling across the U.S., Canada, Mexico, Brazil, and Europe. In his current role, Kyle is responsible for $6 billion in revenue and is focused on attracting, retaining, and expanding customers in North and South America as well as guiding their transformation to the modern data center.
Cat Hyland '12
MBA Candidate, University of Oklahoma | Southeast Asia As part of the University of Oklahoma's MBA program, Cat Hyland traveled to Ho Chi Minh City, Hong Kong, and Shenzhen to study the different economic systems of this region. The experience left her with a renewed understanding of the privilege and obligation of being a U.S. citizen and business person in the 21st century. "The world is so much bigger than Ohio. While Cleveland will always be 'home,' I feel it is important to travel the world to determine the needs of others and use my skills to respond to those needs." 8
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School News NDCL to Offer 14 College Credit Courses in Fall 2019
Legal Lions Sweep Regional Trials to Qualify for Fourth Consecutive Trip to States
NDCL will increase the number of college credit courses offered on campus to 14, giving our students an incredible opportunity to begin their undergraduate degrees now while saving their parents thousands of dollars in university tuition. College Credit Plus (CCP) is a state-sponsored program that gives qualified secondary school students the opportunity to enroll in courses that carry both high school and college credit. In most cases, the college tuition is paid by the State of Ohio. Even though NDCL offers CCP courses on our campus, families must still complete a separate application and funding request in order to enroll.
For the fourth consecutive year, NDCL's mock trial team advanced to the Ohio Mock Trial State Competition March 7-8 at the Franklin County Courthouse. The return trip to Columbus comes after the Legal Lions won both trials in regional competition at the Lake County Courthouse, beating strong teams from Mayfield High School and Mentor High School. Out of 29 teams competing at the state competition, the Legal Lions progressed to the quarterfinals along with six other teams. English teacher Ms. Victoria Frabotta '86, Social Studies Department Chairperson Mrs. Molly Schneider, and Mr. Martin Delahunty III advise the team.
‘ALL SYSTEMS GO’ as NDCL Robotics Team Places Sixth in State Competition For the first time in school history, NDCL’s robotics team qualified for the FIRST Tech Challenge State Championship Tournament following an impressive performance at the Kent State regional competition. Out of 36 teams competing in the state robotics tournament, NDCL finished in sixth place. Through the FIRST Tech Challenge program, students design, build, program, and operate robots to compete in head-to-head challenges in an alliance format. Guided by adult coaches and mentors from the professional community, students develop STEM skills and practice engineering principles while realizing the values of hard work, innovation, and teamwork. Mathematics teacher Mrs. Ashley Kelm, science teacher Mr. Nathan Smith, and academic coach Mr. Tony Hodun advise the NDCL robotics team with professional assistance from Mr. Richard Ruggeri, Rockwell Automation; Mr. Tony Champa, Indelco Plastics; and Mr. Jon Kelm, Lincoln Electric. SEASONS SPRING 2019
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School News continued 19 Students Win Awards in Cleveland Clinic eXpressions Competition In yet another example of outstanding student performance, NDCL students did better than ever in this year’s Cleveland Clinic eXpressions competition, winning the Best in Show Award in mathematics as well as seven additional awards in the prestigious program’s math and art competitions. Seniors Kayla Powell, Kendra Minichello, Hailey Mullin, and Hannah Mullin won the eXpressions Best in Show Award in Mathematics—the competition’s highest honor—for their project entitled, “Floating Body of Handwashing.” Their achievement marks the second time NDCL has won the top eXpressions prize. The team of juniors Jacquelin Nguyen, Rachel Murphy, Justin Satterlee, and Elizabeth Woodhouse won the blue ribbon for their mathematics project focusing on cleaning contamination.
Also in the math competition, juniors Kyle Borah, Jacob Craven, and Nick Wozniak won the red ribbon for “Striking Statistics on Substance Abuse.” Seniors John Burwinkel, Augie King, Thomas Shero, and Zach Urda completed NDCL’s near-sweep of the eXpressions math competition with an honorable mention for their “Trials and Treatments” project. Four NDCL artists won eXpressions awards: Senior Andrew Kerr and junior Julia Landgraf won red ribbons, while sophomore Harper Corto and junior Lauren Keep won white ribbons. “Over 1,400 art, language, and math projects from 53 schools were submitted to eXpressions,” said Ms. Christine DeNicola, the Clinic’s manager of school based-programs. “As a result, this year’s competition was incredibly tough.”
eXpressions is an interdisciplinary program that utilizes art, language, and math to engage high school students in the world of scientific research. Through project-based, peer-to-peer learning, students interpret, analyze, and communicate research conducted by Cleveland Clinic summer interns. Last year, six NDCL students won spots in the renowned summer internship program.
Multipurpose Room Opens for Notre Dame Elementary Students After a year of planning and almost four months of renovation, the new Multipurpose Room (MPR) at Notre Dame Elementary School opened in February. “We are so grateful to the Board of Notre Dame Schools for their vision and investment in our students, and to the Sisters of Notre Dame for graciously giving us the space that for decades was their pool,” said Dr. Michael Bates, President of Notre Dame Schools.
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This project included addition of windows, doors, HVAC system, paint, carpeting, electrical and plumbing upgrades, landscaping, and filling the pool to to create an additional 4,000 square feet of space for NDES students. The MPR is envisioned to be the first in a series of renovations and upgrades to Notre Dame Elementary which celebrates its 61st anniversary in Geauga County this school year. The MPR will allow students in grades
K-6 the opportunity for daily indoor recess during inclement weather. Other uses for the space include: aftercare, assemblies, gathering space for students, faculty, and parents; science fairs, concerts, and more. Teachers will also have the opportunity to expand their classroom space by utilizing the MPR for group and collaborative learning. “May the new Multipurpose Room be a Mane Place for our Lions to learn and grow!” exclaimed Dr. Bates.
New Wollschleger Weight Training and Wellness Center Opens to NDCL Students Guests Celebrate the Christmas Season at NDES’s Believe Over 280 current and former parents, grandparents, alumni, and friends kicked off the holiday season at the 33rd Annual Notre Dame Elementary School Christmas Luncheon Believe on Thursday, December 6, 2018 with Executive Caterers at Landerhaven. Dale Wollschleger '95, son Drew, and daughter Lidia celebrate the dedication of the center that bears their family name.
Our student-athletes are pumping iron with renewed energy and loads of Lion pride now that NDCL’s new Wollschleger Weight Training and Wellness Center is open for business. Dale Wollschleger '95, President and CEO of ExactCare Pharmacy, attributes his success in business to the work ethic and values he learned as a student-athlete at NDCL.
the trainer’s room and the health classroom. The center features an array of sophisticated equipment, including six custom fitness stations, an upgraded cardio area, and a dedicated turf strip for agility, sprint work, and dynamic warm-ups. Digitally integrated audio and visual systems create a high-energy atmosphere to fuel peak athletic performance.
All guests enjoyed a delicious lunch and the chance to win over 150 fabulous prizes, including an iconic Strathberry bag, tickets to the sold-out Polar Express™, Cuyahoga Valley Scenic Railroad, and 50/50 cash money. Thanks to our many guests, volunteers, and sponsors, proceeds from the event totaled over $19,000 for the students of NDES. This event was thoughtfully planned by Chair Mrs. Jennifer Wilson, CoChairs Mrs. Danielle Benda and Mrs. Jamie Miller, and Special Event Coordinator Mrs. Lisa Breier.
“It was great to see the Weight Training and Wellness Center vision exceed expectations,” Dale said after touring the new facility. “Lina and I are proud to help future Lions and we hope this will help them work hard and play hard!”
Chaplain Father James Caddy presided at the blessing ceremony of the Wollschleger Weight Training and Wellness Center.
In addition to several members of Dale and Lina’s family, guests at the blessing ceremony included classmates, board members, staff, and friends. The Wollschleger Center, which is 40% larger than the old weight room, occupies space previously used for
Health aide and wellness coordinator Mr. Pete DeMichele is ecstatic about the new features and look of the Wollschleger Center. “This space gives us the ability to transform our athletes even more and to help us inspire all of our students to engage in healthier lifestyles,” Mr. DeMichele explained, noting that more than 80% of NDCL students utilize the facility. “The added space allows us to efficiently develop healthy fitness for everyone.” The project team for the Wollschleger Center included Wojcik Building Company, ThenDesign Architecture, and structural engineer I. A. Lewin. Mr. Bill Roediger coordinated construction as NDCL’s owner’s representative.
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CAREER WEEK NDCL’s 14th Annual Career Week began on Tuesday, February 19, with a keynote address by Mrs. Terri Cain, President and CEO of Lake Business Products, a premier provider of document technology services and solutions.
Mrs. Cain began her career with Lake Business Products when she was a teenager. From its Eastlake headquarters, she now leads a company that has expanded to include offices in Cleveland, Akron, Toledo, and Youngstown. Mrs. Cain serves on the board of the Lake County YMCA and is extremely active at St. Bede the Venerable Church in Mentor. She is the mother of two NDCL graduates: Shireen '13 and Alex '15. Throughout Career Week, sophomores and juniors participated in presentations and discussions with over 40 alumni, current and former NDCL parents, and community leaders representing seven distinct career clusters: Arts and Communication; Business; Computer Science and Information Technology; Education and Social Services; Healthcare; Legal, Government and Protective Services; and Science and Engineering.
Cleveland Bishop Nelson J. Perez Visits Notre Dame Schools Reflecting on the Gospel story of the men who lowered their friend through the roof of a house to bring him to Jesus, the Bishop asked, "What better gift can we give our friends than to do as the men in our Gospel did and bring them into the presence of God?�
Our school community prayed, celebrated, and laughed with Cleveland Bishop Nelson J. Perez during his visit to the Notre Dame Schools campus on Monday, December 10, 2018. During the celebration of the Eucharist that began the day at NDCL, the Bishop urged students and staff to place a friend or family member before the presence of God during the Mass as well as throughout the Advent and Christmas seasons. "You can do that through prayer or by inviting someone who may be distant to the faith to join you in church at Christmas," he explained. 12
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The Bishop also congratulated NDCL on our recent National Blue Ribbon Award. "I know the hard work it takes to win that award. It says a lot about you as students and a lot about your teachers," he said. Following Mass, Bishop Perez took a tour of the building and enjoyed lunch with several students before heading up the hill to visit with the students and staff of Notre Dame Elementary School. At an all-school prayer service, NDES students shared their wishes for Bishop Perez during the Christmas season. The Bishop graciously responded to student questions, making a true connection with them.
Sports Report Five Lions Declare Collegiate Athletic Intentions
In conjunction with the NCAA National Letter of Intent Signing Day on February 6, NDCL held a spirited College Intent Recognition Ceremony for five studentathletes who will continue their athletic and academic careers in college. Seniors Aidan MacDonald, Zachary Urda, Isabella Harton, Annie Borah and Kaelin Ettinger (pictured left to right) pledged their commitment to the following schools in front of family and friends as well as NDCL classmates, faculty and staff: Annie Borah – Volleyball, Mercyhurst University Kaelin Ettinger – Softball, Cleveland State University Isabella Harton – Cross Country, Track & Field, University of Mount Union Aidan MacDonald – Football, Ohio University Zachary Urda – Football, Hillsdale College
Boys Golf Takes Second Place in State Golf Tournament
For the third consecutive year, NDCL’s boys golf team shot its way to the runner-up spot in the Ohio High School Athletic Association Division II State Tournament. The Lions finished just nine strokes behind state champion Gahanna Columbus Academy at The Ohio State University’s Scarlet Course on October 12-13. Of the 72 golfers in the Division II tournament, junior Danny Milo tied for fourth with a score of 155, and sophomore Zander Gibson finished eighth with a score of 158. The Lions advanced to the state competition by winning the District Tournament at Windmill Lakes Golf Course for the third consecutive year.
Girls Bowling Pins North Coast League Championship
For the first time in school history, the varsity girls bowling team clinched the North Coast League Championship. The team also qualified for the district competition by placing second in the OHSAA Division II Trumbull-Lake Sectional at Freeway Lanes in Warren with a score of 2,821.
Freshman Nico Tartaglia Rolled Into District Bowling Tournament
In Division II boys bowling, freshman Nico Tartaglia qualified for districts as an individual bowler finishing 4th overall with a 517 series. Nico is the third male bowler in NDCL history to qualify for the district tournament.
Cross Country Makes Second Consecutive Appearance at State Meet
NDCL boys cross country runners traveled to National Trail Raceway for the Ohio High School Athletic Association Division II State Meet for the second year in a row and finished 15th. En route to the state meet, the Lions won the district meet with three runners in the Top 10: senior Augie King (7th) and juniors Harmond Richardson (5th) and David Beebe (9th). The team qualified for the state competition after finishing sixth at the regional meet. Earlier in the season, the Lions placed second at the North Coast League meet which was held on NDCL’s campus with King (5th), Richardson (6th), and Beebe (10th) leading the way and earning all-league honors.
Diver CJ Levand Splashes into the State Tournament
By placing fourth in the district meet, senior diver CJ Levand advanced to the Ohio High School Athletic Association's Division II Swimming and Diving Tournament at Branin Natatorium in Canton where he ranked 15th with a final score of 338.55. During his season, CJ broke two school records: 11 dives with 405.15 and 6 dives with 231.50. SEASONS SPRING 2019
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ATHLETIC On Saturday, October 20, over 125 alumni and their families returned to NDCL to celebrate the induction of the newest members of the Notre Dame Academy, Cathedral Latin, and NDCL Athletic Hall of Fame. The Hall of Fame Ceremony is a biennial event that honors our legacy schools' tradition of athletic excellence, recognizing exceptional achievements and leadership of student athletes, teams, coaches, and contributors. This ceremony marks the 57th induction of Cathedral Latin and 14th induction of Notre Dame Academy and NDCL alumni and coaches into the
Athletic Hall of Fame. The Class of 2018 joins 277 men, women, and teams enshrined in our schools' Hall of Fame. These names are on permanent display in NDCL's Athletic Center to inspire all who enter our halls. Thank you to our Hall of Fame Selection Committee: Chairs, Ben Carlozzo '71 and Carrie (Fay '85) Stewart, Chris Byrne '00, Jim Clark, Jim Denk '62, Keven Krajnak '98, John Longano '95, Liz Maier '06, Mike Malone '64, Sister Kay O'Malley, SND '57, Dave Pasini '65, Rhonda Rickelman, Molly (Randel '95) Smith, Joe Spicuzza, Molly (Musca '82) Vanek, and Maureen Wahl.
2018 Hall of Fame Inductees
Sister Margaret Kerr, SND '52
Sister Margaret Kerr tried out for every sport offered at Notre Dame Academy – basketball, baseball, and volleyball – and, she made every team! She played a big part in winning six championships for the class of ‘52 in her freshman, sophomore, and junior years. Sister Margaret was a basketball star, leading the team as a forward. This dynamic leader won the Notre Dame letter in her junior year. Outside of the Academy, Sister Margaret participated in tennis, swimming, and baseball. In February of 1952, Sister Margaret entered the Sisters of Notre Dame. She received a Master’s degree in education from John Carroll University and ministered as an elementary school teacher throughout her career.
Pete Ducic '73
In 1970, Pete Ducic was the first athlete in the history of Cathedral Latin School to start in a varsity game as a freshman. He played catcher and outfielder. It was in that game that he had a home run, triple, and three RBIs in the same inning to defeat #1 Padua by a score of 9-8. Pete was awarded the game ball and bat and was also named Player of the Week. Pete lettered four years in varsity baseball. His cumulative batting average was .351 for all four seasons. He was named a three-time Player of the Week, All Crown Conference, team captain, and Best Defensive Player. After graduation, Pete went to The Ohio State University (OSU) and secured a position on the varsity baseball team as a freshman. He later left OSU to pursue a Major League career. He tried out with the Pittsburgh Pirates, New York Mets, Chicago White Sox, Cincinnati Reds, Chicago Cubs and Philadelphia Phillies. Pete coached baseball for many years at St. Edward, CCC West, Gilmour Academy, and Benedictine.
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Ray Paglio '62
While at Cathedral Latin, Ray Paglio was a 230 lb. aggressive offensive tackle on the football team. His outstanding blocks opened up holes for the running backs. His pass protection led the quarterback to complete many passes. In 1960 and 1961, Ray was a two-year starter on two East Senate Championship teams. He was named Cleveland Press All-Scholastic and Call and Post All-Scholastic in 1961. After graduation, he received a four-year scholarship to Syracuse University. He was a member of the 1964 football team that was a Sugar Bowl participant and he started at offensive tackle on the 1965 team. He played with several All-Americans and two members of the Pro Football Hall of Fame, Floyd Little and Larry Csonka. Ray was a high school teacher for 39 years and coached football for 51 years.
Dr. Emily Lenk '06
At the age of four, Emily Lenk was enrolled in a gymnastics class to channel her boundless energy. As a freshman at NDCL, she was named Gymnast of the Year by the News-Herald after placing first in the state competition in uneven parallel bars, second in the all-around, and fourth on vault. She advanced to the state competition again her sophomore year, placing third in uneven bars and fifth all-around. As team captain her senior year, Emily placed sixth in uneven bars at the state meet and was voted NDCL Female Athlete of the Year. In addition to gymnastics, Emily cheered and participated in track and field and tennis at NDCL. She continued her gymnastics career at Cornell University, participating all four years.
Michael DeLuca '03
A standout athlete, Mike DeLuca started on the varsity football team all 40 games of his high school career. He dominated as an offensive and defensive tackle. Of his many accomplishments, Mike was selected to play in the OH North vs. South All-Star game, and the OH vs. PA Big 33 Game, an all-star game that featured both states’ top high school football players. As a senior team captain, Mike led the team to its first North Coast League championship in 2002. He also helped the Lions defeat Lake Catholic in the last home game of his senior season, a highlight of his high school career. In addition to football, Mike played basketball through his junior year and threw shot and disc his senior year. Mike was the first football player from NDCL to receive a full athletic scholarship to a Division I school, the University of Pittsburgh.
Save the Date...Class years ending in 4 and 9
REUNION Notre Dame Academy | Cathedral Latin School | Notre Dame-Cathedral Latin
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6 to 10:00 p.m. Notre Dame-Cathedral Latin School
Heavy Hors d’oeuvres, Beer, Wine, and Beverages Campus Tours ▪ Live Music Guests are welcome
Sunday, June 9, 2019
Celebration of Mass at 10:00 a.m. NDCL’s Annunciation Chapel Register online at ndcl.org by May 31st @ $35/person Reunion 2019
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Alumni News NDA '43
Jeanne (Iammarino) Michels gives her love to her classmates at Notre Dame. She is alive and well in Portland, Oregon. She lives in a retirement community at the Sisters of Holy Names of Mary and Joseph. She has four daughters, nine grandchildren, and three great-grandchildren.
Latin '46
Ray Oliver, Michael Gavin, Ray Prendergast, Larry Timbers, John Zeitz and Myron Abood met at Muldoon's for their annual luncheon on May 16, 2018.
NDA '48
Judy (Livingston) Silvaroli resides in Titusville, Florida. She wishes she could have attended the reunion in June 2018. She sends love, peace, and good health to her classmates.
Latin '50
Donald Triskett's wife, Barbara, passed away on January 3, 2019. Barbara was the mother of James '74, Joe '79, and John '82 as well as grandmother of Emily Strand '07.
Latin '52
On Thursday, October 18, 2018, members of the Cathedral Latin Class of 1952 met for lunch at Market Garden Brewery & Distillery to celebrate their 66th reunion.
Pictured left to right: John Lloyd, Mike Ward, Bob Ortmann, Ron Wysocki, Gerry Fuerst, Bill Gilroy, Ron Gliebe, Lou Drasler, Bill Kubat, Paul Sturzenberger.
NDA '61
Helen A. Campanella is retired and has three grandchildren. She is a having a great time!
NDA '64
Donna (Pleckaitis) Keefer says she wants to hear how her classmates are doing. “I really miss all of you. Most of the news is from the young. Let's write in and let them know we are all still here. I am retired and love working with veterans as a VP for Vietnam Veterans of America, Chapter 1032. Hug a veteran if you meet one or know one. They need to know you care.”
Latin '67
Tom Babington writes: “Sorry I was not able to join my classmates for our 50th reunion. Loved the class picture. Among this group in the Class of '67, but not present was one of my closest buddies for all four years and beyond, Renato “Reni” Bevilacqua. Reni was a scholar, a streetfighter and dear friend with a great sense of humor; all of which fed his honorbound call to duty for country and for the underdog in any fight. We graduated June 1, 1967. Not long after, he enlisted in the Marines and headed off to USMC boot camp at Parris Island, South Carolina. On March 8, 1968 he was designated PFC, Rifleman, 3rd Marine Division, 1st Battalion, 26th Marines, A Company, Grade 2E. On June 8, 1968, Reni died. He was one of a number of Marines killed by hostile gunfire in Quang Nam province, South Vietnam. Reni was laid to rest at Calvary Cemetery. He is one of far too many young Americans commemorated at the Vietnam Memorial Wall in D.C. - one year and one week after tossing our purple and gold caps at graduation. Please remember him in your prayers. The year 2018 was the 50th year since his death. Renato Bevilacqua: a Latin man forever in my heart and my fondest memories.”
NDA '69
Dolores Nichta is very proud of her niece, Carli Nichta, for graduating from Creighton School of Medicine in Omaha, Nebraska in May of 2018. She is doing her residency in Visalia, California in Emergency Medicine.
NDCL '93
Major Joseph T. Ludick retired in February 2019 from the United States Marine Corps after 25 years of service. Joe was hired as a pilot by PSA Airlines which is an American Airlines regional. Joe, Karen, and Walter are settling down near Knoxville, Tennessee.
Notre Dame Schools Exceeds Goal on First-Ever Giving Day Our first campus-wide Giving Day on Thursday, November 15, 2018 was a huge success! Together, we nearly doubled our goal raising $158,979 from 524 online and cash donations. Gifts made to each school during this 24hour period were directed to each school’s annual giving campaigns – the NDES Fund and NDCL Fund. Every student benefits from the annual fund because it is intended to meet our schools' most pressing needs, such as new furnishings for classrooms, upgraded technology, or merit scholarships and needbased tuition assistance. Our hearts are filled with gratitude for our alumni, parents, grandparents, faculty, staff, and friends who invest in Catholic education at Notre Dame Elementary School and Notre Dame-Cathedral Latin School. A special thank you to the generous members of our community who matched gifts up to $40,000 on Giving Day. 16
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Braxton Drew to Ashley (Shisila '05) and Andrew Bales '06 Timothy John to Amanda (Bagdasarian '08) and Tim Bencic '07 Lucia Blazine to Alicia (Monaco '06) and Pat Blackley '06 Eliza Carol Therese to Nicole (Koplow '06) and Eric Bukovec Augustine James to Christina (Maier '03) and Brian Busch Anella Louisa to Giavonna and Amico DiFranco '02 Leo James to Jamie (Summers '06) and Marco DiFranco '06 Layla Ann to Tiffany and James Gaye '05 Tristan Rogerto to Stephanie (Vatty '98) and Chad Hubbard Walter Bear to Karen and Joseph Ludick '93 Stella Marie to Jessica (Christopher '08) and Thomas Lund '07 Marianna Lynn to Jamie (Preseren '07) and Gabe Rucci Parker Daniel to Jessica (Naderer '06) and Victor Vella '05
Chris Walczak completed his two-year residency in oncology pharmacy at Riverside Hospital in Columbus. He started a new job at Community Health Network in Indianapolis, Indiana and he will marry Erin Test from West Chester on June 22, 2019.
NDCL '08
Ashley Amato is an award-winning vocalist with Cleveland based cover band, Radiate Live. Ashley and Radiate Live made the finals for Cleveland Scene’s Best of 2018 in the categories of Best Female Vocalist and Best Cover Band.
NDCL '09
Jeremy Rayl completed a PhD through the Department of Comparative Biosciences at the University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign, with a focus in wildlife epidemiology. Jeremy has three years remaining to obtain a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree.
NDCL '10
Katy Dolesh accepted an assistant coaching position with Ball State University’s women’s soccer team in Muncie, Indiana. She married Brian Etelman, Ball State’s Head Track & Field and Cross Country Coach, on July 14, 2018.
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Kathy Kraninger was confirmed Director of the U.S. Consumer Financial Protection Bureau.
NDCL '96
Marc Fatica and his wife, Lorena, live in Royal Palm Beach, Florida.
NDCL '98
Ashlie (Rodriguez '98) and husband, Aaron Crock welcomed son, Austin Joseph, to their family on March 31, 2017.
NDCL '02
Megan Golden married Louis Ganser on June 9, 2018 at the University of Notre Dame Basilica. The bridal party included siblings, Bryan '08 and Mary Katherine '14.
Anthony and Heather (Lunn) Catanese’s son, Lorenzo, had a successful and rare in utero heart surgery at University Hospitals Rainbow Babies & Children’s Hospital (UH Rainbow) at 24 weeks of gestation. He was born full-term and discharged at just four days old. Lorenzo’s story has aired on The Doctors, Cleveland’s Fox 8 News Channel, and on the cover of UH’s quarterly publication, Under the Rainbow.
NDCL '04
Michael Walczak graduated from the University of Dayton Law School on May 5, 2018. He works at the Law Office of the Public Defender in Dayton, Ohio.
NDCL '06
SAVE THE DATE 4th Annual Lions Golf Classic benefitting Notre Dame-Cathedral Latin School and Notre Dame Elementary School
Friday, September 6th Fowler’s Mill Golf Course Chesterland, Ohio 9:00 a.m. shotgun start
BBQ lunch catered by Winking Lizard Tavern. Online registration begins June 1st.
Michael DiLillo accepted a new position as Director of Growth at Ladders, Inc. in New York City.
NDCL '06
Canon Matthew Weaver was ordained a priest on August 2, 2018 for the Institute of Christ the King Sovereign Priest at the Oratory of Saint Francis de Sales in St. Louis, Missouri.
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Ryan Walczak graduated from Boonshoft School of Medicine at Wright State University in May 2018. He is doing his residency at S.U.N.Y. Upstate Medical Center in Syracuse, New York specializing in otolaryngology.
NDCL '11
Elizabeth Penko-Suk married Dan Fanzo at St. Mary of the Assumption Church in Collinwood on May 19, 2018.
NDCL '13
Jimmy Vanek is engaged to Brigid Kovach.
NDCL '14
Sarah Beach graduated from Ohio University, summa cum laude, with a bachelor’s degree in nutrition, and minors in biological sciences and applied nutrition in the honors program in May 2018. She is now working on her master’s degree in anatomy at The Ohio State University before continuing on to medical school.
NDCL '14
Jack Egan (Notre Dame College) and Chandler Walnsch (Ashland University) met at a collegiate golf tournament in the spring of 2018.
NDCL '11
Taylor Uveges and Lino DeSapri are engaged to be married in the summer of 2019.
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NDCL '14
Hailey Figas and Michael Nieset married on Saturday, July 14, 2018 at St. Dominic Church in Shaker Heights.
NDCL '12
Alexander Beach graduated from The Ohio State University with a B.S. in Psychology in 2017, and has since completed his Advanced Individual Training (AIT) with the 232nd Medical Battalion at Fort Sam Houston, in San Antonio, Texas. He is now a combat medic with the US Army Reserves. Alex plans to attend graduate school and one day, work with Wounded Warriors. He is currently an EMT in Columbus, Ohio.
Alec Stewart received the Outstanding Senior Award from The Ohio State University, among the highest honors conferred to undergraduate student leaders in May of 2018. This award recognizes less than 1% of graduating seniors who excel in leadership, service, and scholarship throughout their tenure at Ohio State.
NDCL '17
Jack Ina directed the musical, "Secrets," in New York City at Feinstein’s 54 Below in conjunction with students and alumni of Baldwin Wallace University. He will also be the production stage manager for the musical, "Be More Chill," in Cleveland’s Playhouse Square in April of 2019.
In Memoriam
May our deceased alumni rejoice in God’s everlasting love. Cathedral Latin School William Abel '53 Norman Abraham '61 John Ambrose '55 John Armao '49 John Barno '45 William Bergen III '53 James Bogucki '58 Jerome Bohumolski '59 Dr. Stephen Buday '61 Wilson Burr '53 Joseph Campeau '48 Thomas Cinadr '65 Richard Coleman '74 Bruce Colosimo '67 Anthony Columbro '40 Earl Corbin '50 John Corrigan '75 Leo Dardy '52 Jerome Deinhart '47 Dr. James H. Demming '40 Michael Dobrzanski '64 John Dulling '41 Christopher Elkins '76 Thomas Emling '46 William K. Fahey '46 Frank Fath '53
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Joseph Filocco '45 Fr. Thomas Flynn '50 Norbert Foxx '58 Robert Fratalonie '65 Francis Friedel '47 George Gackowski '63 Michael Gavin '46 John Giblin '42 Joseph Gillespie '67 Gregory Haley '67 Lawrence Halloran '42 Thomas Hart '60 Joseph Haus '67 Thomas Hoffart '51 Clifford Holt '63 George Holzheimer '53 John Hudak '52 Augustine Idzelis '60 Lawrence Kalapos '53 Thomas Keating '48 Edward Keck '44 Robert Kennedy '61 James Kinsey '53 David Koch '67 Ernest Koenig '42 Ronald Konopka '63 Chief Edward Kovacic '48
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Dr. Frederick Kovar '51 Richard Kowalski '58 Thomas Krus '49 Eugene Lausin '49 Kenneth Lipinski '61 Robert Loan '50 Thomas Malaney '41 Eugene Manista '55 Gilbert McGee '48 James McNulty '56 Thomas McNulty '59 James R. Michals '70 Dr. Edward S. Miller '55 Brian Mullin '55 Thomas J. Muraco, Sr. '57 John Nicklas '45 John Nieser '50 William Nieser '57 Stephen Novak '67 James O’Day '48 James O’Donnell '50 Christopher Orlie '53 John Papp '63 James Partridge '50 Allen Pesano '46 Charles Pezdirtz '51 Ronald Prasek '56
Richard Prochaska '50 George Protiva '61 John Robertson '54 William Rolf '48 Paul Recko '46 Stephen Redling '64 Thomas Roach '48 George Sadauskas '48 John Sague '41 John Santosuosso '67 Charles Scaravilli '46 Charles Scullin '55 Michael Skehan '55 Joseph Skrab '60 Lawrence Skrivan '52 Martin Smyczek, Jr. '51 Norman Smyke '51 Gerald Sollenne '65 Raymond Spiewak '58 Robert Spokas '45 Joseph Stec '64 Harry Stephenson '47 Ronald Sterbank '61 Anthony Szabo '38 Victor A. Tekavec '49 Christopher Thompson '76 Daniel Tomcik '40
Thomas Toohig '63 Michael Trigiani '52 Ronald Tucholski '53 John Turoczy '60 Joseph Varanese '52 Joseph Verderber '56 Carl Wicinski '50 Eugene Wrost '52 Robert Yama '62 Gary Zappitielli '64 Daniel Zezena '65
Joan McHugh '52 Debora (Jasbeck '70) Mulhall Ellen (Brennan '49) Murphy Jacqueline (Moskal '79) Null Eleanor (Jarmusch '53) Olson Rosella (Gentile '51) Pietro Kathleen (Berger '46) Priem Elizabeth (Divis '43) Ryglewicz Geraldine (Knecht '45) Schneeberger Charlotte (Miralia '58) Simon Dorothy (Zivcsak '52) Simon Mary Kay (Dempsey '47) Steigerwald Notre Dame Academy Dorothy (Watts '50) Usko Joan (Seiler '47) Bell Connie (Gaglione '52) Velotta Katherine (Melago '46) Bergolc Lotus Vitantonio '53 Mary (Edelman '63) Bodmer Eleanor (Krejci '36) Vyhnalek Carolyn (Salvant '62) Bradford Janann (Avery '52) Wardell Marie (Locigno '47) Coffey Mary Catherine (Nagy '47) Wilder Margaret (O’Connor '47) Crawford Theresa (Smolko '48) Zorc Daria (Hlebak '68) Cullen Margaret (Colagrossi '52) Dzurko NDCL Marjorie (Seiler '49) Gilman Matthew Conkol '95 Lisa Havel '81 Daniel Kellner '01 Patricia (Healy '52) Hertia Valerie Krsacok '12 Yolanda (Nero '48) Kane Christopher Pierce '98 Susan (Petteruti '77) Koziol Elaine (Rizor '53) Mandavach
DONOR SPOTLIGHT
Honoring Our Mother and Father RODENO ENDOWED SCHOLARSHIP AT NDCL MAKING LASTING IMPRESSION ON TODAY’S STUDENTS Brothers Tom '64 and Dan Rodeno '75 learned an early lesson from their parents, John '37 and Josephine, “stay rooted in your Catholic faith throughout your life.” Both parents attended Catholic schools and they made sure all six of their children did too. “Like so many families back then, we were blue collar growing up in East Cleveland. It was tough for Mom and Dad to put together enough money for tuition, but they managed to do it,” said Tom. “Dad loved the tradition of Latin. He always took us to Latin games. We cherished our time at Latin just as Dad did,” said Dan. Dan, Tom and his wife, Mary Jo, point to the Rodeno parents as well as a deep love for Latin as the main influencers in creating an endowed scholarship at NDCL several years ago. “I believe if you are not grounded in your faith, you’re not going anywhere,” said Tom. “That’s why we are so proud to invest in Catholic education at NDCL with this endowment.”
“Dad loved the tradition of Latin. He always took us to Latin games. We cherished our time at Latin just as Dad did.” - Dan Rodeno '75
Named endowments begin at $25,000 and annual tuition awards are granted to NDCL students with demonstrated financial need. A healthy endowment is important for Catholic schools in providing exceptional, faith-based education. “I look back at my own family and we are successful,” said Tom. “I am so proud that my son sends his children to Catholic schools. They wouldn’t have it any other way and that makes me happy,” said Dan. If you would like to learn more about creating an endowed scholarship at NDCL, contact Keven Krajnak, Director of Development, at (440) 279-1068 or Keven.Krajnak@ndcl.org.
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Upcoming Events Legacy Day Luncheon Celebrate the rich history and traditions of Notre Dame Academy, Cathedral Latin, and NDCL at the Legacy Day Luncheon on Friday, May 3, 2019 from 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Share a delicious chicken and pasta lunch with your favorite NDCL student(s) or classmates, take a tour of the school, and peruse old yearbooks and memorabilia. The cost for lunch is $15/person. Registration is available online at ndcl.org.
Step up to Support NDES at the 10th Annual Walkathon
Steps to advance the Notre Dame Elementary School mission will be taken at the 10th Annual Walkathon on Friday, May 17, 2019. NDES students start their day with a pep rally, then they participate in field day activities and a dance party during recess. After they enjoy a picnic lunch, students begin the one mile walkathon around the track at NDCL’s Lion Stadium. Parents, grandparents, and friends volunteer at different activity stations and cheer on the students as they walk. Corporate and personal sponsors will be advertised on NDCL’s scoreboard during the event. To sponsor the event or an individual student, visit ndes.org or contact Special Event Coordinator Mrs. Lisa Breier at 440.279.1080.
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CONSIDER GIVING TO NOTRE DAME SCHOOLS THROUGH THESE METHODS: Grants from Donor Advised Funds (DAFs)
Donors age 70 ½ and older can use their IRA required minimum distribution (RMD) to make a charitable gift and reduce their tax obligations.
Call Keven Krajnak, Director of Development, at (440) 279-1068 to discuss ways your gift can impact Catholic education on our campus. Give today at ndcl.org or ndes.org. SEASONS SPRING 2019
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Calendar of Events March 30
May 17
May 3
May 24
Lion’s Mane Event: London Calling 6:00 to 11:00 p.m. NDCL Legacy Day Luncheon NDCL’s McGarry Gym 11:30 a.m.
May 16
NDCL Baccalaureate Mass NDCL’s McGarry Gym 10:00 a.m.
NDES Walkathon/Notre Dame Day 8:30 a.m. NDCL Commencement Exercises Mentor Fine Arts Center 7:30 p.m.
May 28
NDES 8th Grade Graduation NDEC Chapel/Auditorium 6:30 p.m.
May 28
NDES Pre-K Graduation NDEC Auditorium 11:00 am
May 29
NDES Kindergarten Graduation NDEC Auditorium 10:00 a.m.
June 7
NDCL Reunion 2019 NDCL | 6:00 to 10:00 p.m.