a message In his pastoral letter “Witness to the New World of Faith: A Pastoral Letter to the Family of God in Los Angeles on the New Evangelization and our Missionary Call,” Archbishop of Los Angeles Jose H. Gomez writes:
St. Pius X-St. Matthias Academy (PMA) was established asplay a Catholic archdiocesan school young “Each of you hasina2013 part to in building up this earthlyhigh city in light offor the men and women. A unique family atmosphere all aspects of to school andwith a fundamental focus is Kingdompermeates of God. Together we have fill ourlife, society the values of the placed on the development of a positiveGospel sense— ofthe self-worth importance. Students are values ofand truth,individual justice, solidarity and freedom” encouraged to develop their God-given potential to grow into mature Christian men and women, ready to take The community St. Pius X-St. Matthias strives daily to live out these values their place as leaders in service to their church, of their community, andAcademy the world. Leslie Gonzalez ‘15 pictured with Archbishop Jose Gomez & Principal Erick Rubalcava. Leslie is now attending Ave Maria University in Florida.
which are a common pursuit of all humanity. We embrace the responsibility of providing students and families with a strong academic, spiritual, social, and emotional foundation to make a difference in their own communities and positively transform our world.
Our ability to serve this noble calling is only possible through the visionary leadership of our advisory board, the passionate devotion of our administration, the commitment and innovation of our dedicated faculty and staff, our supportive and loyal families, and the love and generosity of the countless foundations, organizations, businesses, alumni, and friends whose contributions make a tremendous impact in the lives of our students. Recognizing your significance in this call provides the opportunity for us to realize our vision and purpose. I am proud and delighted to share our 2014-2015 Annual Report with you. I encourage you to review the progress we have made since our dedication in 2013. I pray that you may find it in your heart to continue to support our efforts as we continue to build the legacy for our future. Thank you for building up the Kingdom of God at St. Pius X-St. Matthias Academy and manifesting the values of a Catholic education. Erick Rubalcava, Principal
St. Pius X-St. Matthias Academy (PMA) was established in 2013 as a Catholic archdiocesan high school for young men and women. A unique family atmosphere permeates all aspects of school life, and a fundamental focus is placed on the development of a positive sense of self-worth and individual importance. Students are encouraged to develop their God-given potential to grow into mature Christian men and women, ready to take their place as leaders in service to their church, their community, and the world.
Vision Statement St. Pius X-St. Matthias Academy will excel in creating a Catholic educational environment where students recognize their significance in our school community, are encouraged and supported to seize opportunities to grow and to lead, emerging as empowered, faith-inspired and contributing citizens of their community and the world. We will be known for visionary leadership; innovative and passionate educators; inspired, tenacious and optimistic students; supportive families and an engaged community.
student/teacher use Incorporated Google Apps for Education Weekly Tech Training for teachers Expanded WIFI speed to 200 mbps WIFI speed (formerly 50 mbps) Ensured assessment criteria and practices reflected broad and accurate measure of student ability and achievement. Ensured student assessments were informed by and directed curriculum implementation Expanded summer programming options to include AP Skills courses Enhanced Professional development of teachers including AP Training, Differentiated Instruction, blended learning, faith formation
Advancement Launched Vision 2020 Strategic Plan Achieved enrollment of 307 at start of 14-15 school year. Welcomed the first International students from China,
Vietnam, and French West Indies. Implemented use of new admissions database Implemented 1st Annual Fund with $60K + in contributions Total donations equaled $1.2 million Developed alumni engagement plan Expanded Advisory Board
Student Life Expanded the Christian Service Program by providing
Best of 2014-2015
Academic Growth Purchased and incorporated iPad cart with 30 devices for
more opportunities to serve with numerous organizations 5000+ hours served by the Class of 2015 Established a parent retreat program Expanded opportunities for student spiritual growth and faith formation through class retreats and separate Lenten Fellowship Retreats for boys and girls Enhanced student leadership opportunities through various programs including: Summer Leadership Institute, PMA Ambassador Program, Los Angeles World Affairs Council, TACSC, & Link Crew Increased participation in PMA athletic teams Participated in Christian Service 4 Life Event with Rwandan author & speaker Imaculee Ilibagiza Established the PMA Athletic Booster Club Partnered with Growing Great organization to establish a community garden and implement a farm to table program in collaboration with the PMA KIWINS Club and PMA Cooking Club Established a 9th grade mentoring program for successful transition to high school The 2014-2015 Yearbook staff, was awarded the "Wadsworth Gallery of Excellence" Award. Their yearbook will be re-printed, and used as an example of excellence for schools across the country.
Supporting each other at 2015 Boy’s Retreat
Statement of Finance July 1, 2014-June 30, 2015
Revenues Tuition & Fees Donations Facility Rentals Program Activities Archdiocesan Subsidy Investment Pool Withdrawals Total Revenues
$1,426,927 1,216,959 63,811 283,893 200,000 270,477 $3,462,067
Expenses Salaries & Benefits Instructional Facilities Administrative Institutional Advancement Student Service & Programs Investment Pool Contributions Total Expenses
$2,182,520 136,154 305,385 60,642 105,823 124,618 596,450 $3,511,592
Benefactors & Contributors Reflects financial contributions received from July 1, 2014-June 30, 2015 Legacy Society - $50,000 + John H. & Cindy Lee Smet Foundation Archdiocese of Los Angeles The Catholic Education Foundation Bill Hannon Foundation
Sword & Shield - $20,000- $49,999 Rose Hills Foundation Steinmetz Foundation Carrie Estelle Doheny Foundation Macdonald Family Foundation Stewards of Purpose - $10,000$19,999 Friends of St. Lawrence William H. Hannon Foundation Specialty Family Foundation Success Through Education Bret Nielsen Greg Breene Beacons of Virtue - $1,000- $9,999 Barbara Barr California Community Foundation Capuchin Franciscans Charlie Steinmetz Cinnaworks, LLC Diane Martinez Dr. Linden Cedric Fernando
Onward Scholars Families with benefactors Mr. & Mrs. Smet
Eleanor Eck Esperanza Foundation Gerald Fleury Kathleen Riley Kellbar Foundation Los Angeles Challenge Corps Margaret Kittle-Kamp Thomas and Mary Rose Jeffry Missionaries of Charity Our Lady of the Rosary School Raymond Christopher Enterprises Smet Family Trust St. Lawrence Ministry of Caring Stephanie & Miguel Senteno Tapia Sweet Candy Franchise Timothy & Judith Smith Foundation
Circle of Pride - $1- $999 Adrien Poirier Alan Lombardi Anita Nunez Araceli Medina At that one shop, LLC Bill Shumard (WSS & KCS) Bob Ciatti Burt Rincon Captain Robert Mullins Carey & Patricia Ricard Carlos Porras Chandramohan Family Foundation Chester Frangipani Christine Pohlen Clete Adelman Cynthia Porras-Hernandez Cynthia Tibbs Daniel Joynt Darrin Nelson David Morck Dayantha Fernando Deborah Anderson Debra Duncan Donald Zennie Edison International Erick & Monica Rubalcava Francis Dominic Frank Pennachio Gabriela Santos
Gerry McMillan Gift a Lei Hector Rivera Henry Jones I Train Fitness Irene and Robert Allert Janet Adamowicz Jeff Kristoff Jerry B. Silverman Joann Taylor Family Trust Yanelly Garcia ‘15 performing Christian Service at a local elementary school
Benefactor & Contributors Reflects financial contributions received from July 1, 2014-June 30, 2015 Joe R. Abramson Johnson Leifield Structural Engineers Joyce and John Walter Justina Santos Karen Van Der Baan Kingsley & Geraldine Rajah Knights of Columbus-Bellflower L. H. Martinez Laura Green Leo Martinez LH and Anthony J. Martinez Manilal Fernando Marcy Rossouw Margaret DeMott Margaret Susank Maria Chavez Mark Martini Marsha Macke Du Montier Mary Cicchillo Mike Paul Mireya Graciano Patrick and Sandra Thibodeaux Paul Drake Pete Ramos Pius X- Class of 1962 Pius X- Class of 1974 PMA Students Rachel Tuia Randall and Patricia Martin
Raymond & Sandra Rivera Fr. Samuel Ward Richard and Patty Villa Richard and Susan Egan Rick Ponce
Romayne Levee Roshan Seresinhe Sammy J. Sproles Sandra Lee Hunter SCO, LLC
Susan Omar Synergy Business Management Tabitha White Tammy Ambrose Target Therese Selvaratnam Top of the Podium Vanessa Reyes Smith Veronica Headley Walter Jayasinghe Gifts in Kind Laugh Factory- Hollywood Laugh Factory- Long Beach Modern Shoe Monica Ramirez Stephanie & Miguel Senteno Tapia
PMA students with Principal Rubalcava, Board member Charlie Steinmetz and Prince Turki bin Faisal al Saud of Saudi Arabia at a Los Angeles World Affairs Council event.
Robert and Janet Hubbard Robert Beingessner Robert McKenna Robert Reed Rodney Fernando Rohan Gunawardena
Shannon Mixer St. Dominic Savio School St. Emydius School St. Lawrence of Brindisi Elementary St. Linus School
The annual report is a publication of the Development & Alumni Relations Office to recognize the supporters of St. Pius X-St. Matthias Academy. Every attempt has been made to ensure accuracy of information published. Please contact the Development & Alumni Relations Office at 562.861.2271 ext. 2205 if you notice any discrepancy and please accept our sincere apology.
Upcoming Events
Please mark you calendars for the following events: October 24, 2015– The Grand Reunion– Celebrating the numerous alumni from Pius X High School, St. Matthias High School, and PMA. December 4, 2015– 3rd Annual Christmas Tree Lighting and Hawaii Trip Raffle December 6, 2015– Open House February 6, 2016– 21st Annual Casino Night April 9, 2016– PMA Day at the Races, Santa Anita Racetrack