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“We are forever indebted to those who have given their lives that we might be free.”

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(President Ronald Reagan, 1983)

VOLUME XVIII - ISSUE 44

Veterans Day, 2016

by Rick Winterson

NEVER FORGET: The century mark of America’s Veterans Day holiday approaches rapidly. On this Friday morning, November 11, in this Year of Our Lord 2016, the 98th Anniversary of the cessation of “The War to End All Wars” will occur.

Of course, this is well-known history, but it bears repeating: The original World War I Holiday was called “Armistice Day”.

It was a celebration of the end of that war – “The War to End All Wars” – the first war known as a World War. While it is still observed as Armistice Day (or Remembrance Day) in many other nations, Armistice Day became Veterans Day in America in 1954 during the Eisenhower administration. Its purpose: To honor the service of all veterans.

You may well ask why World War I got the name of “The War to End All Wars”. There are many important reasons – gas warfare, the machine gun (a.k.a. the Gatling or mitrailleuse), Germany’s use of the first tanks, the static “no-onecan-move” nature of trench warfare, and so on. Key borders didn’t change very much; no

one really won World War I. But more horrifying than anything else to the world at that time was the carnage. Approximately 18 million (18,000,000) people died as a result of World War I, a huge number of casualties in the 1918 world of 1+ billion souls. And even more sadly, for the first time in Europe, roughly half of those

deaths were civilian deaths, including a million children.

The exciting myths of swordplay, cavalry charges, hand-tohand combat, and heroism on the field of battle had evaporated. American General William Sherman said after our own Civil War, “War is Hell!”

He spoke truthfully. Except for the joyful homecoming of our combat veterans in 19181919, there really wasn’t much of anything to celebrate about World War I. And to add insult to (major) injury, the so-called Spanish flu pandemic hit its peak just as World War I ended.

So it is entirely fitting that we honor our military veterans – all of them - on November 11.

They have earned that recognition many times over. Think about that tomorrow as the 98th Anniversary moment of Armistice/Veterans Day passes at exactly 11 a.m., November Continued on Page 2

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Continued from Page 1 11 – the 11th day of the eleventh month of 1918. You’ll get a “vibe” – a prickling of the hairs on your neck - when you do.

Never forget!

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JOHN E. STEINER:

On Thursday, November 10, 2011, South Boston Online published a military biography of Private John E. Steiner, a World War I veteran and the pater familias/ great-grandfather of South Boston’s Steiner family. Pvt. Steiner was a member of the 26th Regiment of the First Infantry Division – a true doughboy, in other words. He signed up in April, 1918, and after basic training, he served five months in France.

He fought in the key battles that ended WWI – Ste. Mihiel, Saizerais-Lorraine-Ansauville, and the most decisive of all, Meuse-Argonne. He was badly wounded, a bullet costing him his right eye; he was mustardgassed as well, which damaged his lungs. In the First Infantry, he had served with American soldier-heroes, some of whom bore Boston Brahmin names such as Amory and Ridgely. Pvt. Steiner himself died in 1929 at the early age of 38, partly because of the serious wounds he had sustained over five short months of combat

in “The War to End All Wars.”

South Boston Online, as the 100th Anniversary of Armistice/ Veterans Day approaches on November 11, 2018, would be extremely interested in writing articles about other participants in the events of those times – especially if they were from South Boston and fought in World War I. We may well update you on him, and even reprint our article on Pvt. John E. Steiner, a local hero if there ever was one.

SOME AIMS AT SOUTH BOSTON ONLINE: There’s an even two years to go before the Armistice/Veterans Day Centennial arrives. What would you, the reader, think about a World War I Memorial located somewhere in South Boston? What would you think about properly mounting and enshrining that mighty but somewhat woebegone anchor on the eroded concrete plinth in Marine Park? Everything to be solemnly dedicated on Sunday morning, November 11, 2018, at 11 a.m.

And then there’s the actual history of South Boston and its people. We are known as a town of veterans (read “heroes”, like Medal of Honor recipient Mickey Perkins, who died in combat during the last few days of World

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War I). There are stories out there about “The War to End All Wars”; it would be really regrettable if these were forgotten. And if you are a newcomer to South Boston, no matter. South Boston Online would be pleased to write up any World War I stories you can give us.

Please get in touch with South Boston Online.

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observing some kind of centennial activities leading up to the 100th Armistice/Veterans Day, because it certainly has been a war-torn century since World War I. In George Santayana’s words, “Those who cannot remember the past are condemned to repeat it.” Is that happening to us?

So never forget!

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Harvest of Hope Auction As auctions go, you would be hard pressed to find one as exciting as the South Boston Community Health Center’s Harbor of Hope Auction & Cocktail Reception. The annual event to benefit the programs and services of the Health Center will be taking place on Thursday, November 10th at 6:30 PM at the Seaport Hotel in the Plaza Ballroom. WCVB’s Mike Wankum will serve as MC and Auctioneer.

This year, in addition to offering spectacular items, the Health Center is thrilled to be honoring John Drew, President of The Drew Company and Representative Brian Dempsey, Chair of the house Ways and Means Committee.

Started in 1999, the auction itself is one of South Boston’s best fundraising events. Where else can you get a villa for 6 in Tuscany for a week? Or the opportunity for two of you to see Hamilton on Broadway? Two seats on the deck of a tall ship during the Parade of Sails?

How about dinner for 6 with Mayor Marty Walsh – cooked and hosted Master Chef Barbara Lynch at her home?

With ten spectacular live items and 80

silent items, there will be something for everyone including trips, theater experiences, dinners, spa services and unique experiences you won’t find anywhere else.

Your ticket will include lots of great food, music, drinks, and the chance to mix and mingle while checking out fabulous silent auction items and taking part in the exciting bidding wars that always break out over the live items.

The proceeds of the event go directly to programs and services of the South Boston Community Health Center.

Over the past 16 years, the auction has helped us to open a new digital mammography suite and a food pantry where we serve over 400 families a month; provide life-saving services to people who are battling addiction; provide translation services for patients who don’t speak English and helped to launch a new primary care practice in the South Boston Seaport.

Please join in the fun and help keep the South Boston Community Health Center healthy. For more information, call Margaret Lynch at 617-464-7505.

Tickets can be purchased online at www. sbchc.org. Join us on November 10th!

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This year’s guest of honor is State Representative Nick Collins, a long time champion and advocate of Julie’s, who will receive the 2016 Angel Award.

Thank You

Thank you for returning me as your State Representative to fight for the issues important to our community. I am grateful for the confidence you have shown me.

In the 189th General Court of the Commonwealth we had many legislative achievements. I was proud to have sponsored or co-sponsored several important pieces of legislation crucially benefitting our district and the state as a whole, including: Ensuring women receive equal pay for equal work — one of the strongest pay equity laws in the country Securing $109 million for improvements to the Paul W. Conley terminal in South Boston, creating jobs and ensuring the local shipping industry continues to grow and thrive Authorizing $200 million in local transportation funding- including $14.5 million for City of Boston roads, bridges and transportation infrastructure Securing $15 million for the Innovation Infrastructure Fund, a new grant and loan program aimed at spurring entrepreneurship across the state Creating a Hot Works Commission overseeing welding in the Commonwealth in response to the tragic 2014 Back Bay fire killing two Boston firefighters

Promoting the development and use of solar power by creating a long-term roadmap for the continued growth of the solar power industry in the Commonwealth Establishing a Transportation Network Commission to regulate ride-sharing companies such as Uber and Lyft to improve public safety requirements and consumer protection standards Increasing the Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) without implementing new tax or fees, helping lift working families out of poverty Calling on corporations to include more women on boards of directors and in leadership positions was among the most important and timely resolutions I was proud to sign. I am committed to championing legislation that will fix public transit; improve schools; better care for veterans; reduce crime; build more affordable housing; curb the opioid crisis and help families affected by it; support organized labor in the quest for workplace justice and equity; and promote decent and just wages. I welcome hearing from you about these and other issues affecting our community.

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All are welcome.

If you are unable to get out and would like a meal delivered to your home please call 857-261-3872.

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Grand Opening Celebration – Blue Hills Bank’s Seaport Branch left of the main lobby are seating areas where Branch Bank clients can do their banking paperwork or simply wait their turns at the service counter. Be sure to take a good, long look at the Boston skyline depicted on metal plates on the back wall – it’s not just well-crafted, it’s a work of art.

by Rick Winterson South Boston has enjoyed the presence of the Blue Hills Bank in its booming Waterfront and Seaport District for several years now. But it wasn’t in the form of a bank branch. Instead, since 2014 it has been the very popular Blue Hills Bank Pavilion. But the question remained: When will the Blue Hills Bank, which is headquartered in Boston’s Hyde Park neighborhood, open a full service branch bank here on the South Boston Waterfront?

Well, after a year and a half of research, the (affirmative) answer to that question came last Wednesday evening, the 3rd.

Blue Hills Bank, now in its 145th year, threw a gala event to formally celebrate its Branch Bank opening at 87 Seaport Boulevard (corner of Boston Wharf Road, across Seaport Boulevard from District Hall). And indeed, it was a gala. The hors d’oeuvres and varied wines were sumptuous; Boston Music Award Winner Louie Bello entertained; there was a constant, pleasant buzz among the many guests.

The décor of Blue Hills Bank’s new branch in the Seaport District was perhaps the most striking feature of the evening. Their theme color is a medium royal blue, beginning with the printed panels that adorn the bank’s Seaport Boulevard exterior. The interior is spacious and centered upon a polished black service counter. To the right and to the

William “Bill” Parent, President & CEO of Blue Hills Bank, opened the program. He came to the Bank in 2010. He said he was actually opposed to a branch bank at first, because of the amount of work to be done at their Hyde Park headquarters.

However, it became evident that the Bank’s growth within Boston – over $2 Billion in total assets - required an expansion here on the South Boston Waterfront, and he was extremely enthusiastic about the decision to establish a Seaport Branch.

City Councilor Bill Linehan welcomed the Bank Branch’s people to the South Boston Seaport, and assured them they would be swiftly made a part of the community. District Attorney Dan Conley told a couple of anecdotes about how his father, who was from Hyde Park, had Dan open an account in Hyde Park Savings – the ancestor of Blue Hills Bank. He also spoke of how the South Boston Waterfront had changed in his lifetime.

The program closed on a high note, when Blue Hills CEO Bill Parent presented a Signature Grant of $10,000 to Patty Foley of Save the Harbor/Save the Bay. This sum came from the Blue Hills Bank Charitable Foundation. By supporting harbor advocacy interests, the Bank made it clear that as a member of our community, they will be “giving back”.

The evening ended with a blue ribbon-cutting.

One guests exclaimed, “This is the coolest bank party I have ever been to.” He was right.

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This Veterans Day, Massport joins our community in thanking all U.S. Service Members and Veterans – and military families – for their service to our nation. We remember all those who are serving far from home, often in harm’s way – and are forever grateful to those veterans who made the ultimate sacrifice for our country. Thousands of men and women in East Boston, Winthrop and South Boston as well as Massport employees have served our nation in the military, and we join their families in honoring their service as well. Some 338,000 veterans call Massachusetts home. Every day, service members, veterans and military families travel through Boston Logan International Airport. Massport is pleased to welcome them home to New England, and to host the U.S.O. office in the lower level in Terminal C. For a complete list of Veterans Day activities throughout Massachusetts, visit www.mass.gov

Major General Edward Lawrence Logan As a 22-year old student, Edward Lawrence Logan (1875–1939) enlisted in the 9th Infantry Regiment of the Massachusetts Volunteer Militia. During World War I, Logan served in France with the 101st Infantry Regiment. Following the war, Logan rose to the rank of Major General, commanded the 26th Infantry Division, and oversaw the organization of the Massachusetts National Guard. He retired from military service in 1938 – long after he had established his successful political and judicial career.

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Trump Wins. Has 289+ Electoral Votes At This Writing. Popular Vote Tied At 60+ Million.

D.C. Goes All Republican.

Charter Schools Turned Down. Recreational Marijuana Voted In.

by Rick Winterson Usually, South Boston Online reports only the news that occurs in or near our South Boston neighborhood.

But to say that the 2016 Election was a surprise is understating the upset Donald Trump pulled off on Tuesday, November 08, 2016 – the 58th quadrennial National Election Day. A little after 2 a.m. on Wednesday morning, just three hours after most of the polling stations across the nation had closed, Mr. Trump attained a majority of 270 Electoral Col-

lege votes. At that moment, he became America’s Presidentelect, who will serve in that high office from 2017 until January, 2021. The Electoral College consists of 538 votes – 435 (one for each Congressman) plus 100 (one for each Senator) plus three for the District of Columbia (Washington, D.C.) equals 538.

At of this writing on Wednesday morning, the popular vote is still knotted in a virtual tie at 60+ million each for both President-elect Trump and Ms. Clinton. At this point, Ms. Clinton is actually very slightly ahead in the popular vote, with New Hampshire, Michigan, and Minnesota still being counted.

Her concession speech has been delayed; President-elect Trump praised her campaign in his morning press conference.

While some doubts still exist, it appears (again, as of this writing) that Republicans in Washington will retain control of the Senate – 51 GOP seats, and perhaps a few more, are almost certain to fall into the Republican camp. That the Republicans would hold onto the House of Representatives in the 2016 election was never in doubt at all.

The state-level elections in Massachusetts were largely uninteresting. Perhaps the Register of Deeds race, in which Steve Murphy came in first of seven, attracted the most attention. It was felt that Murphy’s face recognition made the difference for him. Across the border, the New Hampshire Senate race is expected to require a recount, as Ms. Kelly Ayotte (R) and Ms. Maggie Hassan (D) will end up

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in what amounts to a dead heat.

The Massachusetts ballot questions were almost all decided by large margins. Another casino (Ques. 1) and more charter schools (Ques. 2) were turned down decisively; farm animal space (Ques. 3) and the community preservation tax in Boston (Ques. 5) were approved just as resoundingly. Recreational marijuana in the state was approved by a 7% voting margin.

That majority of voters in Massachusetts apparently believe that people in our state should pay more taxes and be less well educated, as long as they’re able to get high whenever they want.

South Boston Online recognizes that you can read many, many comments about the national election results elsewhere. But we think there are two points worth making locally.

The voting surge for Presidentelect Trump was concentrated in mid-America – sarcastically referred to by many as the “Flyover States”. Ms. Clinton took only the Northeast, some of the Southwest, and the West Coast.

It shows where American political power truly is – where almost all of our farms and ranches, all of the mining and oil/gas drilling, most of U.S. heavy industry, and two-thirds of the nation’s land area, as well as half of the U.S. population, are located.

The other point is that all – yes, every one – of the pollsters and political commentators were bigtime wrong this year. So what is to be done? Just ignore them, at least in the short-term future.

That’s what! With their record of complete failure in this election cycle, they succeeded only in badly misinforming the American public. They didn’t have a clue about what was really going on. So, pay no attention “to the men behind the curtain” - all of the pollsters and commentators of any kind. We’ll figure out what happens next on our own.

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Honoring Our Veterans

“As we express our gratitude, we must never forget that the highest appreciation is not to utter words, but to live by them.”

(John F. Kennedy)

By Kevin Devlin World War I, also known as “The Great War” and “the war to end all wars” ended on November 11, 1918.

The following year in November, President Woodrow Wilson proclaimed November 11, 1919, as the first commemoration of Armistice Day. “To us in America,” he said, “the reflections of Armistice Day will be filled with solemn pride in the heroism of those who died in the country’s service and with gratitude for the victory, both because of the thing from which it has freed us and because of the opportunity it has given America to show her sympathy with peace and justice in the council of nations.”

In May of 1938, Congress passes an act that made the 11th of November of each year a legal holiday “dedicated to the cause of world peace and thereafter celebrated…to honor veterans of World War I.” In 1954, after World War II, the 83rd Congress amended the Act of 1938 by striking out the word “Armistice” and replacing it with Dedham

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the word “Veterans.” The legislation passed on June 4, 1954, became a day to honor American veterans of all wars.

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In 1968, Congress passed the Monday Holiday Law which established the fourth Monday in October as the new date for Veterans Day. Based on popular support, in 1975, new legislation was adopted to revert back to the November 11th date.

This took effect in 1978. Now Veterans Day continues to be observed on November 11, no matter what day of the week in which it falls.

President Abraham Lincoln said that “…A nation that does not honor its heroes, will not long endure.” This Friday, November 11, Americans will honor all Veterans who have served in our Armed Forces. We must never forget Lincoln’s words and never forget our veterans who deserve our respect and admiration. It’s a day to thank them for keeping us safe and preserving our freedom. It’s a day to thank them for their heroism and unselfishness. And it’s a day to thank them for their love of country.

If you know a veteran, make it a point to contact him or her and thank them for everything they’ve done for us. It’s the least we can do.

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SB Catholic Academy Open House Tuesday November 15th

By Jamie Brown

Assistant Principal South Boston Catholic Academy is an urban elementary school serving 350 students, Pre-K to Grade 6, from South Boston, the Seaport District and surrounding communities. Our mission, inspired by our Catholic faith, serves to develop well rounded students through an environment that is both stimulating and supportive.

At South Boston Catholic Academy, faith is a key component of our cultural legacy and our understanding of the full development of the whole person. Under the thoughtful guidance of Father Robert Casey, the rites of Catholic Church are celebrated and the spiritual strength of all faiths are appreciated.

Our community comes together for morning prayer, monthly Mass and the celebration of the Sacraments as well as for competitive sports and cultural presentations. Our emphasis is on creating moral citizens of the world, building community, embracing the idea of service to others and devel-

oping leadership skills. Community service and faith learning projects are incorporated with the daily curriculum. Father Casey and Principal Nancy Carr work closely together to ensure that all faiths feel welcome.

South Boston Catholic Academy is proud to have an increased enrollment as well as increased academic offerings for our students. At the center of South Boston Catholic Academy’s work is a commitment to student learning and high achievement. Our extensive curriculum begins in our Early Childhood Program (Pre-K and K1), which is a part of the highly regarded Lynch Foundation Early Childhood Project. Teachers create an environment that nurtures the social and emotional well-being of all students in order for effective learning to take place. Through the engaging curriculum, children play in order to achieve high learning goals. The OWL program, “Opening the World of Learning,” is a comprehensive, integrated curriculum that helps students develop language and early literacy skills.

In addition to helping children grow in all content areas, OWL

helps them to build personal and social skills. This rewarding curriculum is enriched by fun, hands-on activities. Additionally, teachers receive scholarships to complete their Master’s in Early Childhood education.

Our enthusiastic teachers are what makes this program so special, and we are excited to continually provide a nurturing environment for our youngest students to flourish.

Our curriculum is broad, deep and aligned with the latest STEM-based, student-centric, experiential learning standards.

Art, music, Spanish from pre-k to Grade 6, Greek and Latin root studies and athletics strengthen the creativity, analytical thinking and problem-solving we value.

Our focus on integrated thematic units starts early. In 2nd grade, Three Little Pigs may be the “anchor text” for an engineering project By 5th and 6th grades, our students are eager for our Invention Convention and Utopian Fair.

The Literacy Collaborative, through Lesley College, provides our early elementary teachers explicit coaching around literacy in the classroom to ensure that all of our students are

given extensive early exposure to reading and writing. In addition, SBCA also offers a Reading Recovery program for early readers who need effective one to one intervention.

Boston is our extended classroom, a rich resource for student learning and professional development. Beyond the Freedom Trail and the Science Museum are Junior Achievement and major universities from MIT and BU to Boston College and Lesley University.

Our teachers receive specialized support and advanced degrees at Boston College, The Lynch Foundation, the Catholic Schools Foundation, Emmanuel College and Wheelock College.

We embrace the technologies that enhance learning, including iPads, laptops and interactive whiteboards. Learning is enhanced in an innovative way through technology in all classrooms. Beyond the interactive whiteboards, laptops and iPads that enhance daily lessons, SBCA has leveraged the use of technology to help our students achieve across all subject areas. A recent STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics) initiative in classContinued on Page 9

South Boston Catholic Academy welcomes you to our Open House on November 15, 9–11 a.m.

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rooms has pushed our students to think critically about these intertwined disciplines and look critically at their real world application. Most recently, our 5th graders used iPads to engage in a STEM program where they looked critically at the game of hockey. The “Future Goals: Hockey Scholar” program enabled our students to explore topics including the geometric design of an ice rink, conservationof energyinfallingpucks,and speed and velocity using skates.

Our Arts program, directed by local Artist Deb Putnam, has also been bolstered by the use of technology, showing our students that art is much more than paint and brushes. A recent grant funded our Art room with 10 mini iPads which our 6th grade students are currently using for an animation project. The project, “When I think of South Boston…” is a series of shorts created with iMotion using a cut paper animation technique. Students in the art room have additionally worked with stop action animation as well as experimented with a green screen as backdrops.

Our rigorous, core academic subjects and technology are supplemented by fine arts, technology, physical education, Latin & Greek word study, and a newly established Spanish curriculum in grades Pre-K through 6. Furthermore, partnerships with Emmanuel College, Lesley University, Boston College, The Museum of Science and The Lynch Foundation continue to serve as essential resources to provide the Academy with additional enhancements to our curriculum.

Beyond the school day, our students engage in further learning and are active members of their community. Our students are active participants in many clubs, sports, and community service organizations. Notably, many students at our school participate in BOKS, a before school exercise program with proven results to improve student concentration and focus throughout the school day. After school,

The South Boston Catholic Academy 6th Grade Officers for the 2016-2017 school year: John Hamilton – President, Sarah Galvin – Vice President, Eddie Tirabassi – Treasurer , Gianna Leone - Secretary.

most students join one of our several clubs or teams, including Basketball, Student Council, Community Service Club, and Choir. Students in need of extra help receive after school tutoring during our homework club.

Individualized learning based on each student’s personal goals and strengths is the magic of our small school and academic excellence is the measurable result.

Our students’ test scores reflect the intellectual curiosity, critical thinking and effective learning habits we instill from the start.

Unique to SBCA are structures to support student learning outside the classroom. Our “Exceptional Learners” program supports our students who require extra support in their learning through push in and pull out programs. Additionally, the program seeks to work with the students who are high achievers to extend their learning beyond the classroom. With a critical eye on all students’ achievement, this program truly seeks to support all of our students in their growth and learning.

At South Boston Catholic Academy, we know how important it is that learning is extended from the time your students arrive, to the time they leave our doors. We have developed a program for your children that is a true extension of the day, inclusive of further learning and enriching activities. In the Extended Day Program, homework help is offered to all students grades 1-6. The afternoon provides all children opportuni-

ties to explore new instruments, practice yoga, play sports, complete community service projects and more, as well as theme based days on first Fridays!

SBCA’s commitment to preparing its students for future success is highlighted by our Grade 6 students’ acceptance into prestigious middle schools in the Boston area. Recent

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acceptances include: Boston Latin School, Boston Latin Academy, John D. O’Bryant School, Boston College High School-Arrupe Division, Catholic Memorial, Dexter, Mount Alvernia School, Newton Country Day School of the Sacred Heart, St. Sebastian’s School, Southfield, Thayer Academy, Ursuline Academy, and Xaverian Brothers High School.

We invite you to contact us for more information, schedule a tour and see what makes South Boston Catholic Academy such a special school.

Join us for our Open House on Tuesday, November 15th from 9:00-11:00 or by appointment.

Phone: 617-268-2326 - visit us online: www.sbcatholicacademy. org or contact Barbara Keohane, Director of Business and Communications at b.keohane@ s b c a t h o l i c a c a d e m y. o r g.

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Awards to Donna Bohan, Pam Cornell

Congratulations to Pam and to Donna, who received the 2016 Darlene Sheehan “Beacon of Hope” Awards on Friday, November 4, at the South Boston Collaborative Center’s Annual Comedy Night. They were named as this year’s awardees because of their long, hard-working service in supporting the cause of recovery.

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Ollie Student Spotlight Winner

At the Ollie, Mylah likes doing her homework, reading books, playing with her friends, and being active in the science and cooking clubs. She really likes the staff.

Acknowledging Mylah James

By Kevin Devlin On a monthly basis during the schoolyear, the South Boston Neighborhood House, aka the Ollie, recognizes youngsters by announcing their “Student Spotlight” winner. These young members are spotlighted for their good behavior, being kind, caring and considerate, being attentive students, as well as just being super kids overall. Mylah James is the Ollie Spotlight winner for October.

Mylah James, 8, is the daughter of Tiffany James. Her dad is Cornell, her stepdad is Cliff, and she has one sister and three brothers. Mylah is in the third grade at the James Condon Elementary School which is located on D Street. The Condon is “an innovative school serving students who reflect the rich diversity of Boston.”

The mission is to “help all students acquire the skills, knowledge and habits they need to reach proficiency and to succeed in high school, college, and a life of active citizenship in the neighborhood of Boston and beyond.” This mission will be achieved “through

“They’re nice,” she said. “They help me with my homework. I really like Katie (Katie Dwyer/ STEM coordinator). She’s nice and she cares. She always tells kids who are mean to other kids to stop it. She helps people. I like that.”

rigorous academic programs which are differentiated for a range of leaners, a comprehensive approach to the social-emotional needs of children, and enriching opportunities to engage in music, art, dance and swim.”

Sia Kate Isobelle Furler, aka Sia, an Australian singer, songwriter, and video music director. Mylah’s favorite foods are cherries, chocolate, and Taquitos. And she loves drinking chocolate milk and lemonade.

Mylah’s favorite subjects at the Condon are swimming and math.

Someday she hopes to be a scientist so that she can conduct “cool experiments.” Her favorite colors are red and pink. Her favorite singer is Beyonce Giselle Knowles-Carter, aka Beyonce, an American singer, songwriter and actress, and also

During her leisure time, Mylah enjoys watching TV. Her favorite shows are “Mighty Med”, “SpongeBob SquarePants”, and “Lab Rats.” She also likes playing with her brothers and cousins, ride her bike or scooter outside the house, play with her dolls, or read nursery rhymes with her mom.

If Mylah was the President of this great country, she said that she’d “fly all around the country and drop one hundred dollars bills to the people so they can buy ice creams.”

Kristen DeVoy, the Ollie’s Director of School Age Child Care, has nothing but warm words for this month’s student spotlight winner.

“Mylah’s so full of life,” she said.

“She’s always happy and joyful.

She has a big heart. Sometimes she draws pictures for me and surprises me with them. Overall, she’s really a good kid. She listens well while doing her work… and all the kids and staff love her..

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Doc Wayne Wins Award Partners with the Tierney Center and Boys Club

By Kevin Devlin On October 19, Doc Wayne Services Inc. was named Beyond Sport’s 2016 Sport for Health Award Winner at the Summit and Awards event in London.

Sponsored by Comic Relief, over 2,150 entries from 145 countries were considered for this coveted award. Doc Wayne’s Chalk Talk Group Therapy initiative was awarded this honor for “being an innovative way of delivering group therapy to at-risk youth,” said Doc Wayne Youth Service’s Inc. Chief Operating Officer, Rebekah Roulier, “… and for confronting the stigma surrounding mental health.”

The Joseph M. Tierney Learning Center in South Boston on Mercer Street was Doc Wayne’s first site for the Chalk Talk program. Doc Wayne is now also working with the South

Boston Boys and Girls Club.

“The Tierney Center and the community of South Boston are near and dear to our hearts at Doc Wayne,” Roulier added. “They’ve embraced our team and our work throughout the years and are a vitally important partner and part of our Doc Wayne family.”

Beyond Sport is a global organization with a mission to promote, support, and celebrate the use of sports in order to address social issues in communities throughout the world. David Cohen the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) for Doc Wayne Services, Inc., accepted the award in London.

“Winning the Sport for Health Award certifies the work our teams do on a daily basis,” said Doc Wayne CEO, David Cohen.

“I felt like I was representing the millions of youth who struggle daily and my presence was a message to everyone that there is hope and possibility.”

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Introducing Chelsea Phelan New aquatics director realizing her passion

By Kevin Devlin She started her new position as the aquatic’s director for the South Boston Boys and Girls Club last February and is enjoying the experience. Her name is Chelsea Phelan.

Chelsea is the daughter of Thomas and Debbie Phelan. She also has an older brother named Thomas. She grew up in the city of Havre de Grace in the state of Maryland. Havre de Grace is located in Harford County at the mouth of the Susquehanna River and the head of Chesapeake Bay. The city is named after the French port city of Le Havre which was once called Le Havre de Grace.

Chelsea went to the local high school and played on the varsity soccer team for two seasons. After her first season she was selected as the “Most Improved Player.” She also played on the varsity lacrosse team for four years.

She was selected as the team’s “Rookie of the Year” as a freshman and the team was regional champions in 2008.

“I like the wide open field in soccer,” she said. “…and being able to run up and down the field for a good workout. It’s a simple game to play. But lacrosse is a tougher sport. It’s more upbeat than soccer because you’re always passing (the ball) and hitting your opponents.”

Although Chelsea played recreational softball and then varsity lacrosse and soccer in high school,

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“Along with Coach Mary Wilson, I want to build up the Club’s swim team,” she added. “We have about forty members now but I want to add on like the Charlestown club which has eighty swimmers. I have a passion for swimming and I hope to see that passion in the kids too.

“I also want to offer more swimming lessons not just to club kids but to everyone in the community,” she concluded. “Living next to the ocean it’s important that everyone knows how to swim.”

Harry Duvall, the Executive Director of the South Boston Boys and Girls Club, is glad Chelsea decided to relocate farther north.

her true love was swimming. She started swimming when she was five years old at the local pool. She was on the varsity swim team for four years, and as a senior, was the team’s MVP, scoring more meet event points than any other swimmer.

And, to top of a great career, she was the regional champion in the 100yard butterfly event her senior year.

“I like to be in control of my own race,” she said. “It’s on me to get the job done. Swimming is an individual as well as a team sport because your teammates depend on you to do well but everything still falls on your shoulders.

“Swimming is a better workout than land sports,” she further stated.

“You’re working every muscle, it’s a great workout, and it’s easier on the bodyChelsea graduated from high school in 2010 then attended Towson University (TU), a public university located in Baltimore

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County, Maryland. She studied sport’s management and graduated in 2014. Then, it was on to South Boston. As the aquatic’s director at the Club, Chelsea is in charge of the lifeguards, assists with the swim team, oversees the swim lessons program, and all other swim-related activities.

“I’ve been a lifeguard since I was fifteen,” she said. “I was also a manager at the local pool. I grew up at pools, it’s in my blood and I’m following this path.

“She’s been great,” he said, “She’s got tremendous energy and has some great ideas. She’s very supportive of the swim team and the coaches, Mary Wilson and Shannon McGonagle.

“Chelsea has a strong commitment to the program,” he concluded.

“She feels strongly about making sure not only that Club kids learn to swim, but for all others throughout the community to be offered the opportunity to learn how to swim.”

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SOUTHBOSTONONLINE.COM Honor Roll Students

Listed below are local students from Archbishop Williams High School who have made the honor roll for the first term. It would be appreciated if you would publish these names and the honors received in your newspaper as soon as possible.

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Principal’s List (all grades of 90 and above) Deirdre Grealy 12

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Second Honors (all grades of 80 and above) Kaileigh Rosemond-Malone Emily DiBlasi Lauren Woods Baileigh McCarthy

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Patrick Hoye Entertains at Compass on the Bay November 10, 2016, 10:30 am at Compass on the Bay Assisted Living and Memory Support Community, 1380 Columbia Road, South Boston. Singer and guitarist Patrick Hoye, who performs locally with the band, Brogue, will offer his unique Irish style as he entertains us!

Yoga with Diane at Compass on the Bay Fridays, November 11, 18 & 25 2016, 10:00 am at Compass on the Bay Assisted Living and Memory Support Community, 1380 Columbia Road, South Boston. Join us for Yoga with Diane! All levels are welcome.

Pianist Adam Bergeron at Compass on the Bay November 15, 2016, 10:30 am at Compass on the Bay Assisted Living and Memory Support Community, 1380 Columbia Road, South Boston. Don’t miss this return performance by classical pianist Adam Bergeron.

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