The Sentinel Shield 2021

THE SENTINEL SHIELD

Magazine of Seton Catholic Preparatory

From Seton Catholic Preparatory to the Priesthood

ADMINISTRATION

Principal Victor Serna

Assistant Principal Pamela K. Hollarbach

Dean of Students Julie Grindey

Director of Admissions Guillermo Vidaurri

Director of Advancement Jim Pogge

Director of Athletics Gregg Buchannon

Director of Finance Linda Surovick

Director of Student Involvement and Activities Brittany Ecker

Campus Minister Amanda Bell Chaplain Fr. Gabriel Terrill

ADVANCEMENT

Director Jim Pogge

Assistant Director Patricia Glasser

Alumni Relations Manager Maggie Brown

Advancement Associate Karen Hill

2021-2022 ADVISORY BOARD

President Bridgette Cosentino

Vice President Bryan Davey

Secretary Marrisa Ramirez-Ramos

Bob Adlhoch

Carey Anthony Julie Albanese

Andrew Clegg

Perry Gordon

John Schurz

Marjean Steinkamp

Rev. Gabriel Terrill

Rich Zawtocki

Ex-Officio Victor Serna

Staff Support Brandy Martinez

2021-2022 BOARD OF TRUSTEES

Sal Flores, Board President, Flores Wealth Management, Retired

Carol Dobson, Dobson Family Farms, Owner

Gabe Ortiz ‘88, Artoss, Inc.,

Area Vice President of Sales-West

Ross Robb, Calfee Robb Advisors, Owner and President

Joe Wallace, Spotlight Signs and Imaging Solutions, Owner

Rich Zawtocki, Zawtocki Law Offices, Attorney at Law

Victor Serna, Ex-Officio

Jim Pogge, Ex-Officio Brandy Martinez, Staff Support

DIOCESE OF PHOENIX

Catholic Schools Leadership

Bishop Most Rev. Thomas J. Olmsted

Auxiliary Bishop Most

FROM THE PRINCIPAL’S DESK

Fall 2021

“Take the first step in faith. You don’t have to see the whole staircase, just take the first step.”

Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

Dear Sentinel Community,

This past summer has been full of blessings for the Seton Catholic Preparatory community. I am proud of our Historic Campus summer renovations project and the great start to the 2021-2022 school year. I am grateful for the support of our Seton community and benefactors who have given their time, talents, and treasures selflessly to get us to where we are today. Our combined efforts and faith in God’s abundant love continues to lead us to do great things.

I spent time this past summer reflecting on my experience leading Seton through the global COVID-19 pandemic. In doing so, kept thinking about how ended up at Seton and the journey along the way that starts and ends with faith in God. My wife and I moved here in June 2017 and we never could have anticipated what awaited us. It took a leap of faith to accept the principalship at Seton and move to a new city without any family or friends in the area for support. Our faith in God did not fail us as we have made lasting relationships within the Seton community.

It is faith and God’s will that have brought us all together. It is an act of faith by parents, students, alumni, faculty, and staff members who have all chosen to be a part of the Sentinel family. In God’s name, let us have faith as we advance Seton’s mission together so we can achieve the greatness God has planned for us.

Blessings,

Victor Serna Principal

At the end of the 2020-2021 academic year, all staff and faculty gathered for only the second tie of the year. The end of the year luncheon is a time to reflect on the year, say goodbye to those who will not be returning and celebrate the year’s accomplishments. There was an energetic spirit in the room as staff members reconnected and truly valued the chance to spend time together again in person. We said farewell to people who were moving on, and sent off our long-term, retiring staff members with tearful goodbyes and many thanks for being a part of our Seton community. The highlight of the luncheon was the awarding of two year’s worth of our St. Elizabeth Ann Seton awards.

(See story at right)

SENTINEL NEWS

St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Award

The St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Award is awarded to a Seton Catholic Prep Faculty or Staff member who demonstrates the importance of God in their lives, either through participation in religious activities or volunteerism. Recipients also show concern for other Seton Catholic employees by being well-prepared for daily duties, having a positive influence on the school, and recognizing and acknowledging others’ strengths and accomplishments.

Since we were unable to gather and announce the 2019-2020 recipients in May of 2020, it was even more special that we were able to share the news at this year’s end-of-the-year Faculty & Staff luncheon. It was only the second time we had gathered together as a staff to share a meal in the 2020-21 school year, so the time together was particularly celebratory!

Senior Songwriter

Milani Alo ‘21 wrote and recorded a song titled Worthy of Life, now available on Spotify. Milani said she wrote the song during the Covid-19 pandemic when it could sometimes be difficult remembering how good life is. “I was really needing God to help me through the troubles and it was a way of calming myself.”

Lyrics:

When you give your heart away, someone can easily break it When you give someone your trust, they can easily take it God isn’t like people cause He’s seen it all before we can fall. Worthy of life are we that He’s willing to die for me

Congratulations to the IT department as our 2019-20 St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Award recipients! This team worked tirelessly last year to adapt to a complete change in procedure, and offer assistance to students, staff, and faculty as we pivoted to online learning.

The 2020-2021 recipient was Principal Victor Serna for his leadership, strength and care for the students and staff during the ever fluctuating conditions. Victor ensured that no school time was lost transitioning between online and in person learning, and carefully considered all perspectives while coordinating with families throughout the year. Congratulations Victor!

Giving up all He had so I’d know the life He planned. Worthy of life are we (worthy) that He’s willing to die for me (die for me)

Giving up all He had so I’d know the life He planned. He put himself on the cross,

so that wouldn’t be lost He takes away my pain and all my suffering. He knows just what to do when I feel like my heart’s in two Calming me in every way, never leading me astray. Worthy of life are we that He’s willing to die for me

Giving up all He had so I’d know the life He planned. Worthy of life are we (worthy) that He’s willing to die for me (die for me)

Giving up all he Had so I’d know the life He planned. He puts his people first so we no longer have to thirst

Sal Flores Named President of the Board of Trustees

Doing all He could to show us sister and brotherhood. He puts His people first so we no longer have to thirst

Doing all he could to show us sister and brotherhood.

Worthy of life are we that He’s willing to die for me

Giving up all He had so I’d know the life He planned. Worthy of life are we (worthy) that He’s willing to die for me (die for me)

Giving up all He had so I’d know the life, I’d know the life He planned.

Happy Retirement

It’s always bittersweet to say goodbye to faculty and staff who are retiring. We wish all the best to these Seton Catholic staff members as they begin their new journeys!

Beth Pattock

Years of Service: 1994-2021

Bob Esposito

Years of Service: 2006-2020

Now retired from a successful career as a wealth management professional, Sal Flores has been a longtime Booster Club member and has served on the Board of Trustees for several years. Flores is the father of Sam Flores ‘17.

Underscoring his dedication to this school, Flores stated, “The Seton family is a thriving part of our community that encourages young people to flourish in academics, sports, and friendships--all with a foundation in faith. Our future is now, and am honored to be part of it.”

Outgoing president Gabe Ortiz ‘88 will remain on the Board. We thank him for his leadership and commitment to the school.

Gail Hartman

Years of Service: 2018-2021

SETON CATHOLIC GRADUATE ENTERS PRIESTHOOD

By: Nicki Escudero ‘02

When Ian Wintering ‘11 attended the Kairos retreat his junior year at Seton Catholic Preparatory, he’d never had a “personal encounter with Christ.” He only went to the retreat because a friend invited him. He regularly attended Mass, but he hadn’t been to adoration or closely examined his faith.

He also had a specific view of what the priesthood was like.

“I had never known a priest by his name,” says Fr. Ian. “All the priests I knew were old. I thought they all lived in convents with candles, writing documents with feather pens. It didn’t occur to me that a priest could be a modern man, ‘normal’ and cool.”

At Kairos, Fr. Ian joined other students in an hour of silent prayer. In the northern Arizona woods, he reflected on sacrifices the Apostles made in their devotion to Jesus. Fr. Ian says he questioned whether he took his faith seriously enough to give his life to Christ like they did.

That moment on Kairos planted the seed for Fr. Ian that the priesthood might be calling. This past June, after eight years in seminary and serving as a deacon in Colorado, the 2011 Seton graduate and Arizona native was ordained as a priest. He’s now the associate pastor at San Francisco de Asís in Flagstaff, Arizona.

Different Kind of Fatherhood

At his first Kairos, Fr. Ian says he told a lie. He told other attendees he felt called to marriage, because it’s what he wanted to believe.

Indeed, Fr. Ian says his lifelong dream was to get married, become a father and teach his son how to play baseball. That’s partly why it took several years to decide on priesthood.

Fr. Ian continued to attend and lead Kairos retreats, both as a Seton student and as an alumni leader. He formed a deep bond with Father Will Schmid, who was then the chaplain and a theology teacher at Seton. Today, Fr. Will is the pastor at San Francisco de Asís.

After high school, Fr. Ian studied film production at Scottsdale Community College. During that time, he went on a mission trip to New Mexico. On that trip, Dan Ngyuen, a former Seton theology teacher, asked Fr. Ian if he’d considered the priesthood.

Fr. Ian responded he had, but he wanted to finish school first before making that decision. He had some hesitations about becoming a priest, including the life he thought he’d have to give up.

“I’ll never forget, his response was, ‘That’s totally normal,’” says Fr. Ian. “’If you weren’t afraid, would be concerned. But whatever you do, never make a decision out of fear.’ That was like a ton of bricks on the logic

“Any environment Ian is in, he likes to envision how things can grow and become better,” says Ryan. “He loves tradition, order and structure, but he also looks at how he can invest in things and improve them.”

Stephen recently had his first child and Fr. Ian will preside over the baptism. Stephen said he’s enjoyed watching Fr. Ian’s spiritual journey evolve.

“Ian has always been able to bring people together in a meaningful way,” Stephen says. “I think he’s going to be a great leader.”

Ordained June 5, 2021 at All Saints Parish

fortress I built up against going to seminary. He just demolished it.”

Fr. Ian approached Fr. Will, then the pastor at St. Mary Magdalene in Gilbert, about his interest in becoming a priest. Fr. Will invited him to move into the rectory while he awaited entry into seminary. During this “seminary discernment program” created specifically for him, Fr. Ian’s interest in joining the priesthood solidified.

As for Fr. Ian’s desire to become a father, he’s realized that goal, just in a different way.

“As a priest, I’m participating in the ultimate fatherhood, the fatherhood of God the Father, which is more than I could have ever asked for,” he says.

Lifelong Preparation

Though Fr. Ian’s decision to become a priest came as a college student, he’s been preparing to serve others his whole life. At Seton, he and his friends created a “Catholic culture” among themselves. His circle included Stephen Ryan, class of 2012, who is now a science teacher at Seton.

Fr. Ian and Stephen became friends doing plays together and grew closer when Fr. Ian led Stephen’s Kairos retreat. Stephen was also on that mission trip that transformed Fr. Ian’s journey.

Stephen says Fr. Ian has always been a very sincere person, who wasn’t afraid to hold Stephen accountable or push him out of his comfort zone.

Sharing Wisdom

Today, Fr. Ian’s influence extends beyond church. With Fr. Will, Fr. Ian once helped cohost the faith-based podcast Northern Fathers. Fr. Ian and Fr. Will are also establishing a fraternal support group in northern Arizona.

Fr. Will says it’s a joy to work with Fr. Ian after mentoring him. One of Fr. Ian’s strengths, Fr. Will says, is his ability to disarm those who are afraid to let the Lord work in their hearts.

“Ian is a genuine man,” says Fr. Will. “He’s relatable. He loves life. He loves asking important questions. think a lot of people are going to be moved by his ability to speak to the human experience. It’s this great joy to

FAITH

welcome him into the priestly family, serve side-by-side and get to call him my brother.”

Fr. Ian says that though he had doubts about becoming a priest, his journey taught him God would not call him to a vocation that wouldn’t make him happy. He’s thrilled to be at his dream assignment in Flagstaff, a place where he can pursue hobbies like camping, skiing and fishing.

As a priest, Fr. Ian enjoys celebrating Mass and being a confessor. He says the sacrament of confession has meaningfully impacted his life.

“The Lord has done so much for me,

Please keep our alumni who are in the seminary in your prayers.

and know what this sacrament means to me,” he says. “To be able to give that to others, through Christ, is incredible.”

For Seton students considering Kairos, Fr. Ian says every person he’s met who’s attended Kairos has said it’s changed their life. From the opportunity to pray in silence, to talking about prayer experiences with fellow classmates, he says Kairos offers a unique spiritual experience to Seton students, just like it did for him.

Fr. Ian Wintering was ordained to the priesthood on June 5, 2021, at All Saints Parish in Mesa. Photos used with permission of the Diocese of Phoenix.

Photo credit: Billy Hardiman.

Connor Companik ‘14

Christian Racco ‘04

Fr. Ian and Fr. Will

Fr. Ian with his mom and dad

MEET THE ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL

By: Pamela K. Hollarbach, Assistant Principal

A native of Illinois moved to Arizona as a high school freshman. After graduating from Paradise Valley High School I decided to pursue my love of Fine Arts and earned a Bachelor of Fine Arts at Arizona State University - with a secondary teaching certificate. – go Sun Devils!

After 18 years in the classroom, where I loved teaching Dance, received my Masters in Educational Counseling (2002) and became a Guidance Counselor at St. Mary’s High School. In 2008 I transitioned to Seton Catholic where I have happily served as a Counselor for the past 13 years. In 2018 I began serving as Director of Counseling. This has been an exciting time in my educational career with many growth opportunities.

have two sons who are happily married, and live in the valley. They, my husband and my two adorable grandchildren bring me great joy. My favorite activities include walking in the mountains and the beach, reading and knitting! recently went kayaking and would love to explore that as a future endeavor!

am excited and ready to take on this new phase of my educational career, especially as we transition back to what a new “normal” school day and year. look forward to serving the Seton Community with the courage needed to face each challenge, the faith to serve the members of the community and the determination and love to make a positive difference.

SENTINEL SUCCESS

By Pamela K. Hollarbach, Assistant Principal

Sentinel Success is a new program being introduced in the fall of 2021 and is designed to broaden student support, while addressing the needs of a diverse group of learners who have a wide range of learning needs. An intentional effort on Seton’s part to give specific concentrated time to all students who need or want extra support, Sentinel Success embeds regular meeting time into the school day for students and teachers to collaborate towards greater academic success.

Aligning with our focus on academic excellence within a Catholic faith community, Sentinel Success offers a structured approach to help our students to achieve their fullest potential. This program supports one of the goals of Principal’s Serna’s 10-year vision: to celebrate the extraordinary academic outcomes of all students who seek a Catholic, college preparatory education.

How it Works

Sentinel Success is a 40-minute period in the middle of the school day that will meet twice, weekly. Students will be assigned a Sentinel Success room with a teacher where they will report for attendance. Students can request to meet with a teacher, and a teacher can request to meet with students through the Student Support Time Portal. After checking in, students will go to their scheduled appointments to work with a teacher one-on-one or in small groups. Only students with appointments through the Student Support Time Portal will be allowed to leave their Sentinel Success class. If a student does not have a scheduled appointment, he/she can use the time to complete homework, read or study.

An additional benefit to the success period is that it provides support and opportunity for students heavily involved in extracurricular activities to further their studies during the school day, in order to provide a balanced lifestyle.

New Faculty & Staff Appointments

Pamela K. Hollerbach Assistant Principal

Brittany Ecker Director of Student Involvement and Activities

Ann Hansen Assistant Campus Minister

Teresa Rodriguez Staff Accountant

Elise Fraher ‘14 Fine Arts and Math

Vanessa Lopez Delgado Fine Arts

David Rees Theology

Cooper Brown English

Leslie Harris English

Lauren Carpenter Latin

Gregory Piasecki French

Holly Forseth Theology

Kyle Lambros Theology

Danny Salgado Maintenance

ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE

Congratulations to Audrey Wood ‘22 who was selected as one of the Junior Achievement of Arizona’s 18 Under 18 Award recipients for 2021! This is an annual state-wide competition focused on entrepreneurial achievement, community impact, extraordinary skill set, and leadership. Based upon her work as a volunteer filmmaker for local nonprofits, Audrey received her award during a virtual ceremony this past Spring. Audrey was the only Catholic school student selected for this recognition and she thanked Mrs. Polanco who supported her nomination and wrote a letter of recommendation.

Audrey Wood ‘22 Announced as 18 under 18 recipient!

Valedictorian: David Giacobbi

Salutatorian: Kylie Kastl

Invocation: Anna Fahlman

Senior Welcome: Darya Abdollahzadeh

St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Award: Abigail Stoll & David Giacobbi

Campus Ministry Awards:

Determination: Benjamin Staedicke

Courage: Natlie Barnhouse

Faith: Piper Johnston

Love: Timothy Lawlor

Departmental Senior Medal Awards:

Business: Sophia Doroz

English: Natalie Barnhouse

Fine Arts: Nicole Feil

Mathematics: Anna Fahlman

Physical Education: Rocco Gump

Science: Isabella Goodwin

Social Studies: Darya Abdollahzadeh

Theology: Sophia Doroz

World Language: Jarrod Hebert

AP Scholar with Distinction - Granted to students who receive an average score of at least 3.5 on all AP Exams taken, and scores of 3 or higher on five or more of these exams

Jarrod Hebert

Sally Ritchie

AP Scholar with Honor - Granted to students who receive an average score of at least 3.25 on all AP Exams taken, and scores of 3 or higher on four or more of these exams

Darya Abdollahzadeh

Adam Cesarano

AP

Natalie

Sophia Doroz

Anna

Victoria Garza

Isabella Goodwin

Anna

Kylie Kastl

Marlee Kroll

Nguyen Pham

Elise Stack

Benjamin

A HISTORIC RENOVATION

“Make it a Dozen!”

By: Maggie Mitchell Brown ‘02

The 2021 Girls Basketball season wasn’t even supposed to happen. Yet things started to return to normal just in time, and our athletes and coaches rose to the occasion, coming away with another state championship for Seton Catholic Prep! This year’s team was resilient and determined to say the least, pushing through the extra challenge of playing in masks this season. They entered the State Championship game on March 2 undefeated, and continued their streak with a win over Salpointe Catholic School (Tucson) for the title, 70-62.

“This was an extremely challenging year for everyone and finishing with a championship speaks volumes about our players’ grit, perseverance, and mental toughness. I am so proud of our girls and am so happy we were able to hold off such a talented team from Salpointe,” Coach Karen Self said. This win was the third state championship for the seniors, and championship number 12 for Coach Self, who is being inducted into Seton’s Hall of Fame in October. She holds the state record for the number of championships for basketball, as well as many other titles, awards and recognitions from the state of Arizona and AIA (Arizona Interscholastic Association).

CONGRATULATIONS, LADY SENTINELS!

Winter Athletic Recognitions Spring Athletic Recognitions

Girls Soccer

All Region First Team

Milano Alo

Natalie Gyhra

All Region Second Team

Cate Schwab

Kylie Monks

Adaora Mobisson

Honorable Mention

Emma Davey

Coach of the Year

Whellyn Carrol

Boy Soccer

All Region First Team

Cameron Lowery

Marcos Castillo

All Region Second Team

Marek Sycamore

Girls Basketball

All Region First Team

Amando Barcello

Lexi McNabb

Sasha Daniel

All Region Second Team

Amelie Cartagena

Bella DiGiovanni

Jamie Gillian

Offensive Player of the Year

Amanda Barcello

Defensive Player of the Year

Sasha Daniel

Boys Basketball

Honorable Mention

Charles Heil

Payton Lee

Andrew Scranton

Wrestling Division IV Runner Up

Lucas Eviston

Baseball

All-Region First Team

Jacob Brown

Rocco Gump

Michael Williamson

All Region Second Team

Tommy Steinkamp

Honorable Mention

Ethan Chavez

Gerard Gerken

Josh Hamrick

David Ossanna

Softball

All-Region First Team

Bella Hernandez

Laney Ferrance

New Varsity Soccer Coach Named

Grant Wagner has been named as the new Head Coach for both girls and boys Varsity Soccer teams. “We are excited to have Grant back as part of the Sentinel family,” Gregg Buchanan, Athletic Director said. “We are extremely fortunate to have someone of Grant’s coaching experience, and we are excited to be handing the keys of both programs over to him. We believe that he will elevate both programs to a high standard of excellence.”

Coach Wagner spent his last 2 seasons as the head coach at Queen Creek High School but is no stranger to Sentinel soccer. Previously he coached as an assistant and head coach for the Girls Soccer team from 2013-2018, winning a region title during the 2017 season. “I’m extremely elated to be back at Seton where truly feel at home,” Wagner said. “I hold sure the belief that both programs will be guided to the next level of greatness. Together, we will see this program achieve

‘legendary status’ and I’m sure we will see our workings come to fruition shortly.”

With Wagner as Head Coach for both the girls and boys teams, the coaching set up will have a slightly different structure this year. He will be supported by strong assistant coaches for each team, and girls and boys games will be played in the same location so he is present for both.

Welcome back Grant, we can’t wait to see how the teams do this winter!

Sasha Daniel

Sierra Daniel

All Region Second Team

Ashlynn Dang

Piper Johnston

Coach of the Year

Jerry Mullin

Region Player of the Year

Sierra Daniel

Honorable Mention

Ashley Ghyra

Bella Gump

Boys Volleyball

All-Region First Team

Andrew Scranton

All Region Second Team

Isaiah Kubasak

Nick Pirrotta

Honorable Mention

Michael Cook

ATHLETICS

Congratulations to the 2021 Athletes signing to play at the Collegiate level

Christina Kuras, Volleyball - Southwestern University (TX)

Bella DiGiovanni, Basketball - Dartmouth College (NH)

Amanda Barcello, Basketball - Brigham Young University (UT)

Milani Alo, Soccer - Northern Arizona University (AZ)

Ruth Lucht, Swimming - St. Cloud State (MN)

Matteo Ortiz, Football - Gila River Hawks (AZ)

Christian Steele, Swimming - University of Texas, Permian Basin (TX)

Nick Grabauskas, Swimming - Campbellsville University (KY)

Vivian Snedeker, Track & Field - Park University - Gilbert (AZ)

PHOTO FINISH

By: Paula Parian ‘23

I took Photography because always had an interest in taking pictures. I thought the class provided a great opportunity for me to learn the basic principles and understandings of photography and would improve how I take photos. think learning photography is so important because it creates lasting memories. With many people having a phone with a camera on hand everywhere they go, it gives them the ability to capture the wonderful moments in life so they can be able to look back on it in the future.

I’ve enjoyed photography class very much. Playing around with Photoshop was really fun and I’ve learned that using Photoshop is easier than I thought!

Everything we have done in the class has been a pleasure to do, but I think our project on surrealism would be my favorite. It focused on creating an image that was realistic, but had a dreamlike quality. Creating the image involved playing around with many of the bells and whistles of Photoshop. It was quite enjoyable and the finished product looked whimsical!

I will definitely continue with this as a hobby. This class has given me a deeper appreciation of photography. It has taught me that it is more than just taking a quick snap of a moment. It is about taking the time to look through different perspectives and to experiment to capture the beauty of a subject.

FINE ARTS

Earned “Best In Show” in the Spring Fine Arts Visual Arts Show

Artist: Andrew Scranton

MEET THE NEW FINE ARTS DEPT CHAIR

Ms. Vanessa Lopez Delgado joined the Seton Family in 2021 to serve as the Dance Department Director and Fine Arts Chair. She will also be teaching Graphic Design and be Yearbook Moderator. Prior to joining Seton, Ms. Lopez Delgado, an ASU Alumnus, taught high school English for Gilbert Public Schools and Tempe Unified High School District, and has 20 years of experience as Adjunct Faculty in the Dance Department for Maricopa Community Colleges, including Chandler-Gilbert Community College, Mesa Community College, and Phoenix College. Off campus, Ms. Lopez Delgado is busy being a soccer and dance mom to her two daughters, and managing her screen print/ embroidery business.

BACK TOGETHER AGAIN STUDENT LIFE

MEET THE NEW “DIRECTOR OF FUN!”

Brittany Ecker, Director of Student Involvement and Activities

Ms. Ecker has been a member of the Seton Catholic community since 2019. Prior to coming to SCP, Ms. Ecker taught theology and coached competitive and sideline cheerleading at several Catholic high schools in Missouri and Minnesota. She also has experience as an adjunct college business professor, school and parish Youth Minister, Director of Jr. and Sr. High Faith Formation, and high school Admissions Counselor. Ms. Ecker has a Masters of Arts in Theology, and is working towards a Masters of Arts in Education and School Administration Licensure. Ms. Ecker is also a member of the Theology Department at Seton. She loves photography and spending time with her family outdoors.

“My new title will be the Director of Student Involvement and Activities. The title has changed since that of my predecessor because the focus of the position is on increasing student involvement in all aspects of our school. I’d like to consider myself the “Director of Fun” across four pillars on which believe our community rests--Learning, Faith, Community and Service. Using those pillars combined with the Charisms of St. Elizabeth Ann Seton (love, determination, courage and faith), hope to create an atmosphere where all students feel like they truly belong.”

What are you most excited about for your new position?

I’m most excited to be able to work with the entire Seton Community! believe that school pride and spirit is infectious. I’d like to start spreading Seton fever first in my colleagues and then in the students we serve.

What project are you most excited about?

I’m most excited about adding more pep rallies in the Quad and House gatherings. Anytime we can gather to foster community and school spirit, we start to build an identity as a Sentinel family. want students to leave their years at Seton with not only a great foundational education but amazing memories and lasting friendships.

Are there any major changes coming?

I’d like to say that the biggest change will take place in the student experience. want students (and faculty and staff) to truly enjoy coming to school. My hope is that the little things we can do throughout the day will make a big impact.

What is something you hope to accomplish this year?

It’s something small, but ALL students will know the words to the school’s fight song and stand and clap while it’s being played at all assemblies, games, and events!

What is a long term goal you will be working towards?

It’s a bold statement, but now it’s officially in writing: I will get every student to be involved in at least one co-curricular activity (a sport, a club, drama, music, etc). To me, being involved beyond the classroom is an integral part of the high school experience.

Do you have any hobbies?

love taking photos and scrapbooking! My amazing husband got me a brand new camera (that’s not my phone) for Christmas and cannot wait to use it at all of Seton’s events, activities and athletics!

If you could only eat one thing for the rest of your life what would it be?

My absolute favorite food in the whole wide world is french fries -- seasoned curly fries, hot, a little crispy, and with cold Heinz ketchup to be exact. I’d survive the rest of my life eating that and only that.

Quick Q&A with Ms. Ecker during summer school about her new position

ADVANCEMENT

Campanella Counseling Center Dedicated

Estate Bequest Has Double Impact

By: Jim Pogge, Director of Advancement

for a very generous gift from the Dorine Ruwart family. Dorine’s sons Mark and Patrick attended Seton at its original campus. Sadly, the ‘72 and ‘75 graduates passed away in 2013 and 2014, respectively. Dorine, a widow and longtime medical professional who had retired as the head surgical nurse at Desert Samaritan Hospital in Mesa, passed away in July of 2020.

In her will, Dorine specified that a portion of the proceeds from the sale of her house would be directed to Seton. Dr. Maurice Fortin, Dorine’s nephew and executor of her estate, worked with Director of Advancement Jim Pogge to develop a meaningful tribute to the Ruwart family. The duo created two pathways for the bequest: supporting scholarships and the Historic Campus Renovation.

“Dorine was a deeply faith-filled woman and cherished her parish, Queen of Peace. She was also a strong advocate for education, confident that it changes lives. I was humbled that she

One year after the completion of the new Counseling Center, we were able to bless and dedicate the space in honor of Joseph and Katharine Campanella. In honor of their late parents, the Campanella children donated funds for this renovation during our 65th Anniversary Gala in August, 2020. Joseph and Katharine Campanella were tireless supporters of Seton.

entrusted me to be the executor of her estate. When I read her will stating that proceeds from her estate would benefit both Queen of Peace students and Seton, I knew that this was the capstone of her lifelong commitment to faith and education,” Fortin shared.

Part of the proceeds from the house established a permanently endowed fund called the Ruwart Family Memorial Scholarship. This fund will provide four scholarships each year for graduates from Queen of Peace who now attend Seton. One student in each grade will receive a scholarship of at least $500 annually.

As the fund grows, the scholarship amounts will increase as well. Fortin noted that “Aunt Dorine would be thrilled that Queen of Peace students will be able to attend Seton because of her endowed scholarship.”

Jumping on the school’s momentum for the Historic Campus Renovation, Fortin directed a second part of the proceeds to underwrite one of the updated science labs. “Since she was a

nurse, I know she would be very proud that a science lab is now named in honor of her family. It is a wonderful use of these funds,” said Fortin. Planned gifts like the Ruwart bequest have a lasting impact on the lives of Seton students. Fortin recognizes this and shares, “When I consulted with her brother and two sisters, they were overwhelmed and so pleased with how her donation will be a lasting memorial to her and her family. Aunt Dorine has inspired my wife Theresa and me to update our wills to benefit those organizations dear to us.”

Stoll Family creates a new Endowed Scholarship

Mark and Sylvia Stoll graduated in Seton’s first class in 1958. Their four children graduated in the ‘80’s and ‘90’s, and their last two grandchildren graduated this past Spring.

After Mark Sr. passed away earlier this year, the four children created the Mark and Sylvia Endowed Scholarship in honor of their parents. Every year, one student in each grade will earn a scholarship to Seton, and the scholarship is renewable each year.

In May, Principal Victor Serna announced this new scholarship and presented the first winners with their awards. Adding to the moment was the fact that the scholarship was a complete surprise to Sylvia! We were so happy to share this moment with one of our longest running Legacy Families.

Seton Catholic Preparatory is grateful

Deacon Joe Ryan, Class of 1969, blessed the Center, the counselors, the Campanella family, and the students who will utilize the space.

Sylvia finds herself in the original graduation photo.

In Safe Hands

By: Nicki Escudero ‘02

Seton’s Safety and Security Coordinator Jack Barten has experience that’s straight out of high-action movies. As a sniper with the original SWAT team that debuted with the Chandler Police Department in 1981, Barten spent 25 years as part of an elite group of officers trained in special tactics, with experience in explosives, robotics and negotiation. Barten and his team dealt with a variety of high-stakes circumstances, including hostage situations and criminal barricading.

Barten’s also a military veteran, who was assigned to an infantry unit at Fort Hood in Texas with the U.S. Army. He knows how to handle pressure and brought his diverse expertise to Seton, where he’s managed security since 2014.

“Seton has been progressively improving security for the campus since I’ve been here,” says Barten. Since he has been at Seton, security gates were added to the perimeter of the campus.

Veteran Experience

Seton isn’t Barten’s first time working on school campuses. During his 31-year career as a Chandler police officer, he was a school resource officer and a D.A.R.E. instructor. He also taught classes at all school levels as a Police Assisting Youth in Schools (PAYS) Officer.

His robust career also includes work in crime scenes and criminal investigations, property crimes, financial crimes, asset forfeiture and internal affairs. He also has experience as a Phoenix police training officer and patrol sergeant. It’s safe to say the Seton community is in experienced hands.

“Jack’s law enforcement background has made an immense impact on the overall safety of our campus,” says Julie Grindey, Seton’s Dean of Students. “Jack has continued to strengthen our emergency response plans through his involvement in local school safety organizations. He has improved the overall traffic flow on campus. We now have a Campus Safety Office, where he can see all 58 security cameras at once.”

The number of security cameras today is a huge leap from the six in place back when Barten arrived. Since he has been at Seton, there are also security gates in place on the perimeter of the campus.

Barten’s typical day involves controlling the flow of traffic, monitoring security cameras, patrolling the campus and, his favorite part, connecting with students, staff and parents. Barten’s long relationship with the Chandler Police Department is also an asset. He’s in charge of all vehicle accidents and criminal investigations on the property, giving police direction and acting as a witness when necessary.

“Jack has been instrumental in arranging safety presentations for both our students and parents with Chandler police officers and has been able to assist students and parents when they have had questions regarding police department policy and procedures,” Grindey says. “Jack’s professional presence on campus brings a safe and secure feeling for students, parents, faculty and staff.”

Off-Duty Time

When Barten is off-duty, life is a little more relaxed. He cherishes time with his family, including three daughters and six grandkids. His family hikes, camps and enjoys the outdoors at the family’s home in northern Arizona.

Barten has strong ties to Arizona, having lived in the state since he was 1 year old. He attended Chandler school districts through Chandler High School and received a bachelor’s degree in Business Management from University of Phoenix.

At Seton, Barten and the administrative team continue to evaluate ways to make the campus even more secure.

“The school is always looking ahead,” Barten says. “Seton’s thought process is, we’re a family here. We’re always open to improving the safety and security of the children.”

ALUMNI UPDATES

Natalie Rosalez-Smith ‘04

Natalie and her husband Chad welcomed the birth of their first child, Riley, on January 15, 2021. Riley was born at 27 weeks and 4 days old. He grew and healed in the NICU for 10 weeks under the care of the wonderful doctors and nurses at Kaiser Santa Clara, CA. Riley graduated from the NICU and went home with his parents on March 27, 2021. Riley continues to thrive at home with the support of Natalie, her husband Chad, and fur-sibling, Milo.

Paul Shallal ‘06

Paul and his wife Kelli added to their family this spring as they welcomed their new baby Kaiden. The Shallals also have Kal who is 2.5 year old. Paul has worked as a bank consultant in the past, and is currently working in healthcare finance at Dignity Health.

Martin Graham ‘07

Martin and wife Erin welcomed Carter David Graham to their family in December. They live in Columbus, OH where Martin manages marketing partnerships for the Ohio State Buckeyes and Erin is an Emergency Medicine resident physician. 2020 was an interesting time to have their first child, especially with Erin seeing countless COVID patients every day in the emergency room throughout the pregnancy. Thankfully, Carter was born a happy and healthy baby.

Troy Youngman & Andrea Peterson ‘14

Troy Youngman ‘15 and Andrea Petersen ‘14 started dating 5 years ago while attending Chandler/Gilbert Community College and continued on to ASU together to receive their degrees. Troy started his career with Allstate and Andrea with Arizona Department of Child Safety. They are planning a February 2022 wedding.

Luke Bastian ‘17

Luke has just graduated from MIT, where he majored in Civil Engineering and minored in Computer Science and Economics. Luke will be staying at MIT to earn his Masters, and he recently submitted his first paper for publishing! Luke said, “I’m honestly struggling to find the words to adequately convey just how much this place has meant to me.”

Zackary Mendoza ‘17

Zackary graduated from Arizona State University with his degree in Business Law and a minor in Military Leadership. He has been commissioned as a 2nd Lieutenant in the Army.

The Next Generation of Sentinels

These life-long friends met at Seton and are now embarking on a new adventure together as they expect their babies:

(Pictured left to right)

Megan Arama (husband James Arama ‘07 and sister-in-law to Lily Arama Ryan ‘15)

Lily Arama Ryan ‘15 (husband Stephen Ryan ‘12)

Audrey Pfeifer Ryan ‘15 (husband Owen Ryan ‘14)

Elizabeth Pabst Sobczyk ‘10 (husband Marcus Sobczyk ‘10)

After being postponed from last Fall, the 2020 Hall of Fame was held on May 22. The evening had a special excitement as we were able to gather as a community to honor our inductees.

Tom Escobedo, Class of 1963

Tom has dedicated much of his retirement time to working with at-risk youth at iCan, a non-profit organization located in Chandler where he is held in high esteem. In the community garden, Tom has developed programs to teach gardening, showing the youth how their hard work and persistence can produce great results. Tom also introduces science experiments, design, construction, and even urban planning to the youth. They learn and practice patience, discipline, consistency and caring through his programs. Tom’s gentle approach and the soothing energy of the garden have been of genuine benefit to several of the youth who are experiencing challenges at home and/ or school.

Armando Bernasconi, Class of 1993

Armando began Quality Connections in Flagstaff, Arizona which helps individuals with developmental disabilities become independent, productive members of the community. QC provides a variety of employment and training services, a licensed residential program, in-home support services, a Montessori-based adult day program, child care center and an innovative social enterprise. Quality Connections has become the leading community rehabilitation program in Northern Arizona, successfully serving over 2,500 individuals since 1999.

Joe was a true believer in Seton Catholic’s mission. In the early 2000’s, he served in an advisory capacity for the school leadership and Advancement Office. Joe was deeply engaged in the life of the school as an avid sports fan and by attending many school activities. As the retired CEO and founder of Campanella Enterprises, Joe’s expertise was a major influence in the expansion of the campus. Under Joe’s leadership, the Capital Campaigns were extremely successful, resulting in the creation of our beautiful Chapel, the Fine Arts building, and the Athletics’ Concession building.

Shannon Desmond, Class of 2007

Shannon helped lead her Varsity Soccer team to 4 state championships and ended her career undefeated against 1A, 2A and 3A schools. Her senior year she had 43 goals and 30 assists. Shannon was a leader on the team as Captain, receiving many recognitions for her talent including being named to the Arizona Republic First Team All State and the East Valley Tribune First Team. Not surprisingly, Shannon received an athletic scholarship to Seton Hall University, as well as an academic scholarship because of her accomplishments in the classroom. Her successes continued while at Seton Hall, where she was named Seton Hall University’s Female Scholar Athlete of the Year, and awarded the Scholar-Athlete Sport Excellence Award from the Big East Conference.

The 2021 Hall of Fame will be held on October 16, 2021 and will recognize these inductees:

Karen Self

Coach Karen Self will begin her 30th year as the Girls Varsity Basketball Coach at Seton Catholic this winter. In the 2020-21 season, she led the team to the State Championship yet again, achieving a remarkable 12th Championship in her career which broke the record for the state of Arizona!

1997 Girls Varsity Basketball Team

The first girls Basketball championship for Seton Catholic was earned by the 1997 team. The team beat Duncan High School in the State Championship Game.

Tiffany Pederson Berge ‘01

Tiffany played Varsity Volleyball for her 4 years at Seton and was awarded numerous recognitions, including Most Valuable Player and team captain. She was also on the 1998 Girls Basketball Championship team and competed in Track & Field. Tiffany won the state championship in the high jump, medaled in both the long jump and triple jump, and placed 4th in the Junior National Heptathlon. She is the first Seton Volleyball player to earn a full athletic scholarship to a Division school for Volleyball.

Joseph Campanella, Past Grandparent

(Pictured left to right)

Tom Escobedo, Class of 1963

Armando Bernasconi, Class of 1993

Shannon Desmond, Class of 2007

IN MEMORIAM

The Seton Catholic Preparatory community extends its deepest sympathy to friends and family members of the deceased.

May they rest in peace in the arms of the Lord.

Roberto Cardona

Current Parent

February 2021

Clarence Nowak

Past Grandparent

February 2021

Maxwell Justice

Past Grandparent

March 2021

Loretta Justice

Past Grandparent

March 2021

Catherine Meibert

Former Seton Assistant Principal

March 2021

Michael Bell

Current Parent

March 2021

Martin Contreras

Class of 1983

May 2021

Beatrice Toth

Past Grandparent

May 2021

Roger J. Hodges

Past Grandparent

May 2021

J.W. Stephens

Past Grandparent

June 2021

If you are aware of a member of the Seton community or alumni who recently passed away, please notify the Seton Advancement Office so we may remember them in this column. Please send an email to setonalumni@setoncatholic.org.

Veteran’s Day

December 8

Mother’s Mass

ANNUAL REPORT

2020-2021

Note: This is our annual report for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2021. Every attempt has been made to provide a complete and accurate list of donors. If your name has been inadvertently omitted, please accept our sincere apologies and contact the Advancement Office at 480-963-1900, Ext. 2031 or pglasser@setoncatholic.org. Thank you.

ANNUAL REPORT 2020 - 2021

THE GREATEST BELIEVERS PROGRAM

IN THE MISSION OF SAINT ELIZABETH ANN SETON

The Greatest Believers Program acknowledges donors whose cumulative donations total $7,500 or more since 2000 including gifts through June 30, 2021.

Anonymous

Achen-Gardner Construction, LLC

Bob ‘87 and Kellie Adlhoch

Aisling Foundation of Arizona

American Express Charitable Fund

Lauro Amezcua-Patino and Barbara Amezcua

Lou and Gina Amorosi

Arizona Diamond Center

Arizona School Choice Trust

Arizona Sports and Tourism Authority

Mark and Kim Arndt

Rev. Raymond (Chris) F. Axline

Mike and Katie Baker

Bank of America Matching Gifts

Johnny and Dawna Basha

Mike and Kay Bauer

Bell Bank Mortgage

Roland and Cathy Benigno

Peter and Renee Beyer

Bob and Teri Bitler

Boeing

Steve and Marie Bohata

Fred and Margaret Borns

Jim and Alex Boyle

Dave and Julie Bresnahan

Maureen Buessing

Michele Calebaugh

Campanella Family Foundation

Brian and Yvonne Campanella

Denise E. Campanella

Joseph J. Campanella† Cardinals Charities, Inc.

Catholic Community Foundation

Chicago Cubs Charities

Chicago White Sox

Child and Family Support Services

Tom Collins † and Pat Collins

Jeanne Courtney

Greg and Noreen Cravener

Lou Deleo

Gene and Joanne DeMuro

Lorenza DeMuro†

Dickerson Orthodontics

Dickinson Ready Mix

Paul and Patricia DiGiovanni

Dignity Health

Diocese of Phoenix

Dwayne and Carol Dobson

Larry and Tracy Dorsey

D.R. Mattson, Inc.

David and Janice Eckenrode

Mark and Becky Eklund

Dave and Kristina Engelbert

Dwayne Falkner† and Sally Falkner

Michael and Dolores Falzone

Dino and Linda Farfante

Alberta B. Farrington Foundation

Mike and Patty Ferris

Sal Flores

Patrick Foley ‘65 and Phyllis Althoff Foley ‘65

Scott and Suzanne Fraser

Freeport-McMoRan Copper and Gold Foundation

Buzz and Janice Ghiz

Louie and Durinda Giallonardo

Gila River Indian Community

Roger and Lisa Gleisner

GNG Design Enterprises, LLC

Grand Canyon Education Inc.

Jim and Julie Grindey

Leo Hadad

Hamada Wealth Management Group LLC

Brian and Bridget Hanger

Kevin and Carol Harrigan

Dan and Bridget Harrington

Steve and Claudine Hart

Kevin and Kathy Harty

Paul and Jean Hausladen

HDA Architects, LLC

Mark and Eileen Hemingway

Karl and Margaret Hendrickson

Rev. Joseph Hennessy

Larry and Lindley Henson

Robert O. Hicks, Jr. ‘91

Gilbert and Suzanne Holmes

Honeywell Hometown Solutions

Honeywell International Charity Matching

Thomas G. Howell† and Carol Howell

Bob and Jamie Hufford

Senator John Huppenthal

Intel Foundation

Intel Matching Gifts to Education Program

Intel Volunteer Grant Program

J.F. Haase Electric

Ann Glose Johnson ‘62

Todd and Jane Johnson

JW Marriott Desert Ridge Resort & Spa

Kemper and Ethel Marley Foundation

Mike and Rita Kirby

Matt ‘97 and Leah Kochis

Jack and Yvonne Koehler

Mark and Jean Koloseike

Luke and Michelle Koons

David and Judy Krick

Jody and Liz LaBenz

Lamar Studios, Inc.

Joe and Mary Ann Lester

Leah L. Lewis Stone

LifeLock, Inc.

Archie and Mary Lopez

Tom and Karen Lowe

Marshall & Ilsley Foundation, Inc.

Greg and Crista Martonick

Michael and Melody Marx

Marx Productions, Inc.

Bernie and Pam McBryan

Matt and Sherry McCarville

Ed and Judy McDonough

Steve and Dayna McGrady

Greg and Suzanne Medley

Ann Merritt

Mesa Hohokam Foundation

Governor Rose Mofford†

Pat and Patty Molloy

Kevin and Susan Murphy

Charles Myler, Jr.†

Myler Family Foundation

North Park Industrial, LLC

Bill and Mary Jane Nowak

Brian O’Donnell

Gabe ‘88 and Anna Ortiz

Tom and Paula Osterday

Paramount Pool and Spa Systems

Patrick Joseph Ruwart Estate

Ron and Ruth Pearson

Shirley Perri†

Tony and Shirley Perri Family Foundation

Phoenix Suns Charities

Pinnacle Employee Group

Brad and Marcia Pinter

Virginia G. Piper Charitable Trust

Jim and Renee Probst

Robert Rakos and Rita Svetlik

Raskob Foundation for Catholic Activities

Richard and Valeria Riley

Doug and Hilda Roy

Martin and Kim Ruggiero

James A. Ryan ‘68 and Laura Ryan

Robert and Sherri Sampson

San Marcos Crowne Plaza Hotel

Scott and Beth Sanders

Praxedis and Norma Sandoval

George and Shelli Sant

Bruce R. Scott and Anita L. Hozeski-Scott

Security Title Agency

Eva Serrano†

Shea Family Charities

Paul and Barb Sieczkowski

Cortland J. Silver and Kimberly L. Silver† Silverleaf Benefits Company, LLC

Steve and Sheila Simmerman

Richard and Janet Smith

Steve and Mary Smitham

Stephen Stark†

Steele Foundation, Inc.

Jim and Marjean Steinkamp

Shane and Toni Stevenson

Doug and Lisa Stewart

William G. Stocks† and Anne M. Stocks

Stoll Masonry, Inc.

St. Mary’s Catholic Church

St. Timothy Catholic Community

Joel and Mary Terrill

Thunderbirds Foundation

Andy Tighe and Billie Tighe †

Dennis Troggio

Twin-Tel, Inc.

Utility Construction Company

Jim and Sue Van House

Lance and Helen Venable

Valeriano and Maria Vinaras

Joe and Kris Wallace

Wells Fargo Foundation Educational Matching Gift Program

Ken and Alice Whisenhunt

Wiegand Foundation

Gary and Susan Zeck

Ray and Julie Zylla

2020-21 Finance Committee

Sharon Blackwell

James Doroz ‘90

Robert O. Hicks, Jr. ‘91

Lee Kroll

Joe Monks

DESIGNATED GIFTS

Academic Program

Joe and Bethany Brown

Ken Hamada and Monica Canez (Math and STEM)

Tom and Paula Osterday

Steven Rodriguez

Alumni Scholarship Fund

Melvin Brender and Shannon McPeek Brender ‘88

Mike Brown and Maggie Mitchell Brown ‘02

Mary A. Falcosky ‘88

Ryan Kohl and Jennifer Pitts Kohl ‘98

Jim and Cate Pogge

Geoff Smitham ‘98

Jaymee Weisbrod

Athletic Department

Arizona Sports and Tourism Authority

Kelly Bell (Volleyball, Baseball)

Boeing (Matching gift for Football, Soccer)

Bailey Freed

Michael and Cristina Gillian (Girls Basketball)

Roger and Lisa Gleisner

Jon and Peggy Harrison (Football, Girls Volleyball)

Mesa Hohokam Foundation (Boys and Girls Golf, Baseball, Girls Volleyball)

Jared Lepore and Carly Sandell Lepore ‘01

Donovan and Raquel McNabb (Girls Basketball)

Louis and Linda Miloni (Wrestling)

Patty Permits, Inc.

Thunderbirds Foundation (Boys and Girls Golf)

Terrylee Tyrrell (Volleyball, Softball)

Wells Fargo Foundation Educational Matching

Gift Program (Girls Sand Volleyball)

Robert and Barbara Zadel

Baseball and Softball Field Lights Project

Arizona Sports and Tourism Authority

Chicago Cubs Charities

Mesa Hohokam Foundation

Fine Arts Department

Boeing (Matching gift for Film, Graphics Arts, Pep Band)

Marie B. Hodges ‘14

Honeywell International Charity Matching

AJ and Louise Naldo

Library

Mark Kimble and Jennifer Boice

National Honor Society Boeing

* The Cash & Tuition Raffle proceeds also benefited Tuition Assistance. We have listed those supporters in their own section in this annual report.

Robotics Club

Anonymous

Campanella Family Foundation

General Dynamics

Intel Matching Gifts to Education Program

Celine and Brad Peterson

Wells Fargo Foundation Educational Matching Gift Program

Senior Tributes, Class of 2020

Wes and Lori Shipley - In Honor of Regan Shipley

Seton Buddies Program

Knights of Columbus, Fr. Marcel Salinas Council #11536

Tuition Assistance *

Anonymous

Aisling Foundation of Arizona

Alberto Alarcon and Dora Montano

Brian and Linda Barkyoumb

John and Susan Bellin

Wendy Beye

Tomas Campa

Campanella Family Foundation

Greg and Noreen Cravener

GIFTS IN KIND MATCHING GIFT COMPANIES

In addition to gifts of cash and securities, Seton Catholic Prep receives donations of equipment, services and personal property. The following is a list of those who generously donated such gifts during the 2020-21 school year.

Anonymous

Auction item donations for 65th Anniversary Gala

Jamie Callahan Bailey ‘01 Electric Drum Set

David and Kristina Engelbert Guitar

Larry and Lindley Henson Microwave and Classical guitar

Matt ‘97 and Leah Kochis

Water Bottles and Divot Tools for Seton Catholic Golf Classic

Jeannie Morales

Viola

Shawn and Nikki Morris

Baby Grand Piano

Seton Catholic Preparatory is grateful to the following companies for their gifts, and to the following individuals for securing matching gifts from their employers.

If you want to check if your company matches gifts, go to https:// ww2.matchinggifts.com/search/unh

Boeing

Celeste Sycamore

Doug Sycamore

Freeport-McMoRan Copper and Gold Foundation

Greg Martonick

Grand Canyon University

Anonymous

Honeywell

Sherrie Kahler

Pat Molloy

Michael O’Reilly

Intel Anonymous

Microsoft

Fred Thiele

Pulte Group

Mark Waypa

Wells Fargo

Govanna Griffieth

Anita Hozeski-Scott

Celine Peterson

Terrylee Tyrrell

Adam and Rebeca DiPuccio (DiPuccio Scholarship)

Sal Flores

Paul and Jean Hausladen

Norma Iwan

Robert and Janice Johnson

Shari L. Kaliski ‘93

Victoria E. Medina

Ann Merritt

Paul and Linda Miller

Brigido R. Miranda, Jr. ‘61

Gerald Mullin

Joseph Palomino

Don A. Quinones

Richard and Valeria Riley

Karen L. Russell

Victor and Evelyn Serna

Shea Family Charities

Rosamaria Bernasconi Skinner ‘98

Stoll Masonry, Inc. (Stoll Endowment)

Carlos and Sylvia Vega

ANNUAL REPORT 2020 - 2021

THE FUND FOR SETON CATHOLIC

Sentinel Leadership Society

Gifts of $10,000 and above

Aisling Foundation of Arizona

Ann Merritt

Shea Family Charities

Father Patterson Club

Gifts of $5,000 to $9,999

Steve and Marie Bohata

Campanella Family Foundation

Grand Canyon Education Inc.

Stoll Masonry, Inc.

Br. Edmund Ignatius Club

Gifts of $1,000 to $4,999

Accident Law Group

Fernando ‘60 and Ingeborg Arvizu

Michael and Katie Baker

Ike Basha

Kelly Bell

Boeing

Catholic Community Foundation

Greg and Noreen Cravener

Adam and Rebeca DiPuccio

David and Kristina Engelbert

Sal Flores

Freeport-McMoRan Copper and Gold Foundation

General Dynamics

Roger and Lisa Gleisner

Alan and Govanna Griffieth

Hamada Wealth Management Group LLC

HDA Architects, LLC

Larry and Lindley Henson

Robert O. Hicks, Jr. ‘91

Tom and Marci Hiller

Intel Matching Gifts to Education Program

Matt ‘97 and Leah Kochis

Greg and Crista Martonick

Mr. and Mrs. Donovan McNabb

Mesa Hohokam Foundation

Gerald Mullin

Brian O’Donnell

Patty Permits, Inc.

Brad and Celine Peterson

Mike and Linda Pirrotta

Mike and Kelly Rafford

Raso Agency Knights of Columbus Catholic Insurance

Rural Electric, Inc.

George and Shelli Sant

John and Julie Schiemer

John and Rachel Schurz

Bruce Scott and Anita Hozeski-Scott

Brian Shea ‘10

Jim and Marjean Steinkamp

Thunderbirds Foundation

Terrylee Tyrrell

Mark and Jane Waypa

Wells Fargo Foundation Educational Matching

Gift Program

Zawtocki Law Office

Principal’s Club

Gifts of $500 to $999

Charlie Austin ‘58 and Helen Austin

Danny and Yolie Balanon

John and Nelsonja Bastian

Dan ‘02 and Julia Beauchamp

John and Susan Bellin

Peter and Renee Beyer

Bob and Teri Bitler

Kevin and Kelly Brown

Joe and Bethany Brown

Calfee-Robb Advisors

Christopher Cannon

Catholic Education Arizona

Chandler Dental Health

College Success Arizona

Ryan ‘04 and Rachel Corry

Stephen and Bridgette Cosentino

Lori Daniels

Tracy Dorsey

Kurt Eklund ‘06

Pete and Kim Eremija

Destinee Fitzgerald

Forefront Development, LLC

Michael Foss and Susan White Foss ‘04

Gold Crown Promotions/ GoldStar Business Brokers

Green Electric & Solar

Jim and Julie Grindey

Peter and Christina Grossgold

Ken Hamada and Monica Canez

Paul and Jean Hausladen

Knights of Columbus, Fr. Marcel Salinas

Council #11536

Steve and Maureen Kubasak

Chaz and Amy LaLicata

Ryan and Lara Linnen

MC Tax Prep Az

Microsoft

Louis and Linda Miloni

Louis and Adelina Olivas

Louis Olivas, Jr. ‘94 and Mini Bernasconi Olivas ‘94

Gabe ‘88 and Anna Ortiz

Padilla Asset Management

Joseph Palomino

Jason and Yvonne Pastore

Pueblo Home and Garden

Pulte Group

Victor and Evelyn Serna

Seton Spirit and Scrip Store

Corky Silver

Steve and Suzy Strickbine

Fred and Jeaneen Thiele

Underground Communications, Inc.

Lance and Helen Venable

Sentinel Club

Gifts of $250 to $499

Travis and Carey Anthony

Mel Brender and Shannon McPeek Brender ‘88

Jessica Carpenter

Mynor Castro and Teresa Soto-Castro

Dennis ‘77 and Peg Clinch

Bob and Cathy Esposito

Arthur Ferrance, Jr.

Joseph E. Friend ‘85

Jesus Gallegos and Mary Drobnik

Nick and Nikki Galovich

Paul ‘64 and Carol Girvan

Jon and Peggy Harrison

Paul and Julie Hietter

Gilbert and Suzanne Holmes

Honeywell International Charity Matching

Intel Charitable Match Trust

Intel Volunteer Grant Program

James and Stephanie Jarvise

Chris Johns

Shari Kaliski ‘93

Frank and Kay Kastl

Patrick and Lynn Kelly

Mike and Rita Kirby

Paul and Linda Miller

Brigido Miranda, Jr. ‘61

Edouard and Michelle Mouaikel

Gabriel and Wafaa Nakleh

AJ and Louise Naldo

Gilbert Palomino

Rosemarie Quihuis

Don Quinones†

Joseph and Irma Rascon

Mark Rinkenberger

Joe Salontai

Rosamaria Bernasconi Skinner ‘98

Allen and Kathy Smith

Geoffrey Smitham ‘98

Joel and Mary Terrill

Bob Uxa and Nancy Langston Uxa ‘78

Rich and Marie Zawtocki

Friends Club

Gifts of $100 to $249

Luis Abudei and Patricia Belloso

Bob ‘87 and Kellie Adlhoch

Ruben and Veronica Aguilar

Alberto Alarcon and Dora Montano

David and Julie Albanese

Phil and Cency Alexander

Eddie and Catherine Alford

Paul and Dana Algoso

Pat ‘71 and Patricia Althoff

Sarah Andrews

Joseph and Shelly Angelo

Walt and Beth Angilly

Tom and Mary Anthony

Carlos Arce-Lara and Irene Aguilera-Barrantes

Sean and Janeth Badding

Carlos and Nancy Baldenegro

Janice Balzic

Linda and Brian Barkyoumb

Jeff and Christine Baron

Tom and Ann Bastian

Denise Belisle

Chad and Jenny Bellin

Peter and Stephanie Belvel

Santo and Socorro Bernasconi

Mike and Sharon Blackwell

Brandon and Dorthy Blanco

Luis Bolivar, Jr. and Ana Bolivar-Valbuena

James and Alex Boyle

Dennis and Barbara Boyle

Irene Brady

Mary Brandt

Stacy Bratko

Mark and Neiliane Breck

Patricia Bredahl

Ted and Leslie Brennan

Maggie ‘02 and Mike Brown

John Brozek, Jr. and Alicia Fattore-Brozek

Diane Bruening

Charles Bruening ‘00 and Colleen Hubbard Bruening ‘00

Jack and Ofelia Burns

John Butkiewicz and Lauren Carr

Graham Byrne and Brid Dower

Tomas Campa

Lisa Campbell

Jess and Wendy Carrasco

Karen Carson

Alejandro and Maria Castillo

Tony and Melissa Cesarano

Timothy Chavez

Geno and Valerie Chavez

Theodore Chavez

Ray and Jill Ciferno

Rhonda Claxton

Andrew and Lisa Clegg

Jason and Marilou Cleland

Leslie Coca-Udave

Christopher and Jacqueline Cohn

Timothy Collins

John and Nicki Connelly

Chris and Joann Cruz

Andrew and Leslie Damon

Peter and Pamela Daniel

Britney Darnaud

Bryan and Andrea Davey

Hugh and Linda David

Kevin and Judy Davis

Raul Dayao

Fred and Laura DeCaro

John and Christi Deg

Sal and Deb DiCiccio

Chuck and Beth Dodaro

Gerald Doris

Frances Durazo

Brittany Ecker

Victor and Marian Enriquez

Gary and Shai Erran

Thomas Escobedo ‘63

Miguel Esparza and Sarah Soto

Stuart and Julie Estes

Rudy Garcia and

La Rinda Eubanks-Garcia ‘87

Bob and Lesley Eviston

Michael and Amy Fahlman

Mary A. Falcosky ‘88

Sione and Malia Fatai

Ronald ‘58 and Clara Felix

Marilyn Fessler

Juan Fimbres and Guadalupe Arvizu

Gary and Jamie Flaherty

Scott and Nicole Fleckenstein

Chris and Ann Fogerty

Holly and David Forseth

Jane Fraser

Bailey Freed

Fred and Cindi Friedl

Mark and Susan Fugger

Cecilia Gallegos

Lilia Galvan

Eduardo and Erikah Gamez

Rosangela Garay

Ken and Karen Garby

Charlotte Garcia

Juan Manuel and Catherine Garcia

LaRinda Eubanks-Garcia ‘87

Omar and Beth Garcia

Patricia Garcia and Hipolito Luquin Valdes

Salomon Garcia

Lilian Geronimo

Louie and Dolly Giallonardo

Stephanie Gigante

Harry and Patricia Glasser

Benjamin and Dana Goetter

Mary Ann Martinez Gonzalez ‘75

Perry and Laurie Gordon

James and Deborah Gorombei

Michael Gotway

Earl and Eunhee Gould

Steven Gowler

Gint and Evonne Grabauskas

Celia Granados

Don and Dina Grimes

Rose Guerrero

Chris and Jena Gump

Jeffrey and Carol Hale

Benjamin and Erin Handelman

Darren Handy

Frank and Jacqueline Haraksin

Gail Hartman

Robert Heim ‘22

Mark and Eileen Hemingway

Mark and Maria Herrera

Matthew and Denise Hess

Karen Hill

Nan Hillebrand

Lauren Hinton

Marie B. Hodges ‘14

Pamela Hollerbach

Ryan and Ann Howe

William and Diane Howe

Brian and Regan Hunter

Norma Jimenez ‘70

Cassandra L. Johnsen

Bob and Janice Johnson

Sherrie Kahler

Deirdre Kann

Tanya Keith

Brian and Christel Kellar

Clemencia Kelly

Kathleen Kempley

Terri Kimble

Mark Kimble and Jennifer Boice

Eric and Jennifer Kizior

Dennis and Cecilia Knaggs

Ryan Kohl and Jennifer Pitts Kohl ‘98

Dave and Cathy Kossler

David and Marcella Kossler

Michael and Shannon Kralik

Kathy Kretkowski

David and Judy Krick

Nathan ‘97 and Erica Krick

James Krick and Sylvia Valdez Krick ‘81

Carol Kroll

Chad and Robyn Krumbach

Leon and Janine Krzmarzick

Tim and Cindy Kubasak

Kevin ‘95 and Christina Kupferer

Mark and Patty Kuras

David and Elsa Laredo

Kent and Jan Leigh

Kevin and Christine Lentz

Chris and Jalena Lichtenwalter

Patrick and Nancy Linnen

Michael and Sarah Lisi

Enrique and Laurie Llanas

Rebecca Lombardi-Cooper

J.D. and Tamara Long-Garcia

Mary Lopez

Andrea Lopez

Dean and Marta Lucente

Katie Lucht

Kent and Donna Macklin

Kris Maines

Luis Mancilla and Elena Garcia-Mancilla

Ray and Gina Martinez

Jon and Peggy Mason

Michele Matthews

Thomas and P. McCabe

Michael and Ana McCann

Thomas and Pamela McNally

Michael Mead

Emily Mead ‘16

Ray and Corina Medhus

Thomas and Renee Mendola

Norm and Sharla Mendoza

Ed and Lori Mendoza

Todd and Debbie Merrill

James Milby, Sr.

Fred and Barbara Miles

David and Leslie Miranda

Harry and Marianne Mitchell

Joe and Vicki Monks

Karen Monks

Terry Montijo

Michelle Montijo

Michael and Deanna Murphy

Jeanne Nark

Christian Newcomb

Rini Nichols

N-R-G Foam, Inc.

Deanna Nunley

Mary O’Hea

Terry and Maritza O’Neill

Michael and Marty O’Reilly

Lisa Ortega

Tom and Paula Osterday

Matt and Nicci Padilla

Dominic and Kim Palmieri

Scott and Stephanie Papp

Peter and Eva Parian

Beth and Chris Pattock

Chappy and Rita Peltier

Margaret Pena

Ronald and Judy Pieper

Brian and Christina Pieper

Jim and Cate Pogge

Juan Ramos and Marissa Ramirez-Ramos

Nate and Angelina Raso

Lawrence Raso

Patrick and Cathy Reardon

Kevin and Cyndi Recker

Glenda Redman

David and Teresa Renzi

Chris and Andria Rieger

Dave and Cheryl Riggle

John and Lisa Ritchie

Sheryl Rocha

Joey Rocha

Andy and Sonja Rubalcava

Karl Rusnock

Karen Russell

Joe ‘69 and Sui-Ling Ryan

Hector and Gracie Salazar

Chad and Susan Saltonstall

Barbara Sanchez

Carmen Martinez Sanchez ‘68

Peter and Brina Sauer

Rory and Karen Self

Diane Sericati

Ernie Serrano, Jr.

Patrick and Margaret Shearan

James and Kelly Shewbridge

Wes and Lori Shipley

Lindsey Shirley and Paul Stringer

Patrick and Lori Sichmeller

Michael and Jocelyn Sichmeller

Daniel and Elizabeth Smith

Judy Solis

Charles Spencer

Doug and Mary Spindler

John Stair

Debbie Stephen

Shaila Stephen

Shane and Toni Stevenson

Mark Stewart and Alba Alvarez-Stewart

Sylvia Valdez Stoll ‘58

Jonah Stoll ‘17

Paul ‘84 and Kristine M. Stoll

Tim and Jackie Sullivan

Linda Surovick

Sal Talamo

Luis Teran

Col. John ‘64 and Linda Thornell

Tracy Treichel

Chris and Melissa Urwiller

Carole Valdez

Carlos and Sylvia Vega

Guillermo Vidaurri

Michael and Rita Villegas

Scott Walker and Jennifer O’Hea

Douglas Welsh

Marvin Will

Jean Williams

Theresa Wingen

Justin and Jodi Woitas

Dustin and Lasley Wood

Rube and Carrie Woolsey

Mike and Kim Yehle

Conrad and Jennifer Zils

Ray and Julie Zylla

Seton Supporters

Gifts up to $99

Ed and Elaine Ajamie

Robert and Karen Anderson

Eric Barkyoumb ‘04 and Gillean Osterday Barkyoumb ‘06

Gary Becher

Seth Beer

Wendy Beye

Edward Celaya, III ‘03

Carl and Katy Cunningham

Chris Fontana

Michael and Christina Gillian

Elizabeth Griffith

Edmundo Hidalgo

Cody Honea

Norma Iwan

Thomas Kato

Andrew Kozusko

Jared Lepore and Carly Sandell Lepore ‘01

Brian and Julie Mazza

Marcia Burdette McNulty ‘62

Aaron Mickle ‘97 and Kimberly Piowarsy Mickle ‘97

Mota De Alcantara

Mary Muoth

Richard and Sissy Riley

Steven Rodriquez

Patrick Schumacher ‘65

Blake Turner

Sam Vega

Joseph and Kris Wallace

Peggy Ward

Emerson Ward

Jaymee Weisbrod

Sarah Willey

ANNUAL REPORT 2020 - 2021

Sustaining Seton Society

We are grateful to the following people who donate on a monthly basis to Seton Catholic Preparatory.

Tom and Mary Anthony

Charlie ‘58 and Helen Austin

Linda and Brian Barkyoumb

Dan ‘02 and Julia Beauchamp

Bob and Teri Bitler

Melvin Brender and Shannon McPeek

Brender ‘88

Mike Brown and Maggie Mitchell Brown ‘02

Dennis ‘77 and Peg Clinch

Sal Flores

Michael Foss and Susan White Foss ‘04

Elizabeth Griffith

Julie and Jim Grindey

Ken and Monica Hamada

Larry and Lindley Henson

Karen Hill

Nan Hillebrand

Matt ‘97 and Leah Kochis

Ryan Kohl and Jennifer Pitts Kohl ‘98

Cindy and Tim Kubasak

Mike Mead

Louis ‘94 and Mini Bernasconi Olivas ‘94

Tom and Paula Osterday

Jim and Cate Pogge

Don Quinones †

Rory and Karen Self

Victor and Evelyn Serna

Rosa Bernasconi Skinner ‘98

Geoff Smitham ‘98

HONOR AND MEMORIAL GIFTS

In Honor

In honor of our granddaughter Nikki Bellin ‘22

John and Susan Bellin

In honor of Rhonda Beye

Wendy Beye

In Honor of the new Campanella Counseling Center, named after Joe and Kathy Campanella

Peter and Renee Beyer

Denise Campanella

In honor of the Robert O. Hicks, Jr. Family; Graduates: Emily ‘93, Brennan ‘14, Grace ‘21, Jack ‘23, Joyce ‘87, and Deborah ‘92

Robert O. Hicks, Jr. ‘91

In Honor of Mary Palomino ‘66

Joseph Palomino

In Honor of Regan Shipley ‘21

Wes and Lori Shipley

In honor of my son Adam’s grandpa, Ron Lindsey Shirley

In Honor of Catherine Waypa ‘17, Rebecca Waypa ‘19, and Elizabeth Waypa ‘21

Mark and Jane Waypa

In Memory

In Memory of Mark Stoll, Sr. ‘58

Forefront Development, LLC

In Memory of Anna M. Bitler

Robert L. Bitler

In Memory of Tom Collins

Bob and Cathy Esposito

Peggy Ward

Sally Anne and Patrick Currie

Sarah Willey

Jean E. Williams

In Memory of Joe Kahler

Thomas P. McCabe

In Memory of Charles E. Myler, Jr.

Marie and Steve Bohata

In Memory of Mary Palomino ‘66

Gary Becher

Santo and Socorro Bernasconi

Tomas T. Campa

Mary Ann Martinez Gonzalez ‘75

Louis and Adelina Olivas

Joseph Palomino

Carmen Martinez Sanchez ‘68

In Memory of Ruth E. Quinones

Don Quinones†

In Memory of Kim Silver

Cortland J. Silver

MOTHER SETON LEGACY SOCIETY

We are grateful to the following who have remembered Seton Catholic Preparatory in their estate plans.

Anonymous

Dennis ‘77 and Peg Clinch

James and Eveline Heath

Ann Glose Johnson ‘62

Sherrie L. Kahler

Msgr. Jeremiah McCarthy ‘64

Stephen Stark †

Dorine Ruwart †

SETON CATHOLIC GOLF CLASSIC 2021

We are grateful to the following people and organizations for making the Seton Catholic Golf Classic a success. Held on January 29, 2021, the event generated over $51,000 in revenue for Tuition Assistance and Program Support!

Save the date: April 29, 2022 for our next day on the green!

A-STEM Corner Sponsor

Grand Canyon University

Ball Sponsor

John and Rachel Schurz

Breakfast Sponsor

Sal Flores

Cart Sponsors

Accident Law Group

HDA Architects, Inc.

Clothing Sponsors

Catholic Community Foundation

Raso Agency Knights of Columbus Catholic Insurance

Drink Sponsor

Rural Electric, Inc.

Driving Range Sponsor

Tom and Marci Hiller

Water Bottle and Divot Tool Sponsor

Home Koach Realty/Keller Williams Realty

East Valley

Hole Sponsors

Calfee-Robb Advisors

Catholic Community Foundation

Catholic Education Arizona

Gold Crown Promotions/ GoldStar Business Brokers

Peter and Christina Grossgold

Hamada Wealth Management Group LLC

Jim and Marjean Steinkamp

Zawtocki Law Office

Keg Sponsor

Kevin and Kelly Brown

Mulligan Sponsor

MC Tax Prep Az

Print Sponsor

IMP/International Minute Press

Sign Sponsor

Joe Wallace, Spotlight Signs

Underwriters

Travis and Carey Anthony

Dan Bastian

Greg Bastian

John and Nelsonja Bastian

Tom and Ann Bastian

Tracy Dorsey

Julie and Jim Grindey

Linda Surovick

Supporters

Eric Barkyoumb ‘04 and Gillean Osterday Barkyoumb ‘06

Seth Beer

Christopher Cannon

Edward Celaya, III ‘03

Chandler Dental Health

Ray and Jill Ciferno

College Success Arizona

Ryan ‘04 and Rachel Corry

Stephen and Bridgette Cosentino

Greg and Noreen Cravener

Kurt Eklund ‘06

Dave and Kristina Engelbert

Pete and Kim Eremija

Sal Flores

Chris Fontana

Steven Gowler

Green Electric & Solar

Edmundo Hidalgo

Cody Honea

Thomas Kato

Andrew Kozusko

Chaz and Amy LaLicata

Ryan and Lara Linnen

Norm and Sharla Mendoza

Gabe ‘88 and Anna Ortiz

Padilla Asset Management

Jason and Yvonne Pastore

Pueblo Home and Garden

Mike and Kelly Rafford

Chad and Susan Saltonstall

John and Julie Schiemer

Victor and Evelyn Serna

Steve and Suzy Strickbine

Blake Turner

Sam Vega

Lance and Helen Venable

Emerson Ward

Rich and Marie Zawtocki

ANNUAL REPORT 2020 - 2021

ENDOWMENTS AND SCHOLARSHIPS

Seton Catholic Preparatory General Endowment Fund

The Seton Catholic Preparatory General Endowment Fund is housed at the Catholic Community Foundation (CCF) of Phoenix, Arizona. Founded in 1983, CCF manages endowment funds for 150 agencies, including 70 parishes and 41 schools within the Diocese of Phoenix. CCF provides an invaluable opportunity for organizations, like Seton Catholic Prep, to leave a legacy of giving that will support future needs in perpetuity.

Contributions to our Endowment are invested and managed by CCF, with the earnings being distributed for scholarships.

Sisters of Charity Scholarship Fund

The Sisters of Charity Scholarship Fund was established in May 2009 in honor of the retirement of Sister Joan Marie Madden, who faithfully served 41 years at Seton Catholic Prep. In keeping with Sr. Joan Marie’s wishes, the scholarship fund will provide tuition assistance for students who qualify for admission but require financial assistance.

Donna Olsen Scholarship

Named for a Seton Catholic Prep student who lost her long-fought battle against cancer, the Donna Olsen Scholarship was established in 1991. The school awards one $500 scholarship per year to a student who shares the obstacles or special circumstances he/she overcame to attend Seton.

Joseph Kahler Memorial Endowment Fund

The Joe Kahler Memorial Endowment Fund was created to help all students participate in athletics at Seton, regardless of their financial situation. Funds go toward the costs associated with teams.

DONORS: Honeywell International Charity Matching

Mark and Sylvia Stoll Endowed Scholarship

Created by a donation from the children of Mark and Sylvia Stoll, the Mark and Sylvia Stoll Endowed Scholarship provides needbased scholarships to support incoming and returning students who actively participate in extracurricular activities. The school awards four $1,500 scholarships (one per grade level) to students from St. Mary-Basha Catholic School during each academic year. Recipients can apply for and receive the award in subsequent years as long as they meet the criteria. 4 students have been named to receive the Stoll Family Scholarship for the 2021-22 school year.

Michael Eubanks Scholarship Fund

The Michael Eubanks Scholarship Fund was established in memory of Seton alumnus, Michael Eubanks ’86, who died in a tragic car accident in 2001. Michael served the Seton Catholic Prep community as a teacher, Athletic Director and Dean of Students.

One $500 scholarship is offered each year for sophomores through seniors who can demonstrate service to others and Catholic morals and values.

Ronnie Felix Memorial Scholarship

Named for the son and nephew of a number of early Seton Alumni, this $1,000 scholarship will be awarded to a hispanic student living in Chandler, Mesa or Gilbert. Applicants must have applied to CEA and then complete the Ronnie Felix Scholarship application.

Ruwart Family Memorial Scholarship

Created by a bequest from the estate of Patrick D. Ruwart ‘75, in memory of his mother Dorine D. Ruwart, the Ruwart Family Memorial Scholarship Fund provides need-based scholarships to support incoming and returning students who actively participate in extracurricular activities. The school awards four scholarships (one per grade level) to students from Queen of Peace Catholic School during each academic year. Recipients can apply for and receive the award in subsequent years as long as they meet the criteria. Awards will begin in the 2021-22 school year.

Stephen J. Stark Trust Endowment Fund

The Stephen J. Stark Endowment Fund was established in 2020 through an estate bequest from Stephen J. Stark. This Fund was created to develop and encourage student athletes at Seton Catholic Preparatory.

CASH & TUITION RAFFLE SUPPORTERS

Thank you to the following people who supported our Cash & Tuition Raffle, which raised $42,500 for Tuition

Assistance!

Luis Abudei and Patricia Belloso

Bob ‘87 and Kellie Adlhoch

Ruben and Veronica Aguilar

David and Julie Albanese

Mr. and Mrs. Philip Alexander

Eddie and Catherine Alford

Paul and Dana Algoso

Alba Alvarez-Stewart and Mark Stewart

Sarah Andrews

Joseph and Shelly Angelo

Walt and Beth Angilly

Travis and Carey Anthony

Carlos Arce-Lara and Irene Aguilera-Barrantes

Sean and Janeth Badding

Michael and Katie Baker

Danny and Yolie Balanon

Nancy and Carlos Baldenegro

Janice Balzic

Jeffrey and Christine Baron

Ike Basha

John and Nelsonja Bastian

Denise Belisle

Kelly Bell

Chad and Jennifer Bellin

Peter and Stephanie Belvel

Santino and Socorro Bernasconi

Peter and Renee Beyer

Mike and Sharon Blackwell

Dorthy and Brandon Blanco

Steve and Marie Bohata

Dennis and Barbara Boyle

James and Alex Boyle

Irene T. Brady

Mary Brandt

Stacy Bratko

Mark and Neiliane Breck

Patricia Bredahl

Ted and Leslie Brennan

Kevin and Kelly Brown

Joe and Bethany Brown

John Brozek, Jr. and Alicia Fattore-Brozek

Chad Bruening ‘00 and Colleen Hubbard Bruening ‘00

Diane Bruening

Jack and Ofelia Burns

John and Lauren Butkiewicz

Graham Byrne and Brid Dower

Lisa Campbell

Jess and Wendy Carrasco

Karen Carson

Alejandro and Maria Castillo

Mynor Castro and Teresa Soto-Castro

Timothy Chavez

Theodore Chavez

Geno and Valerie Chavez

Ray and Jill Ciferno

Rhonda Claxton

Andrew and Lisa Clegg

Jason and Marilou Cleland

Dennis ‘77 and Peg Clinch

Leslie Coca-Udave

Christopher and Jacqueline Cohn

John and Nicki Connelly

Stephen and Bridgette Cosentino

Chris and Joann Cruz

Leslie and Andrew Damon

Peter and Pamela Daniel

Britney Darnaud

Bryan and Andrea Davey

Hugh and Linda David

Kevin and Judy Davis

Raul Dayao

Fred and Laura DeCaro

John and Christi Deg

Sal and Deb DiCiccio

Chuck and Beth Dodaro

Frances Durazo

Brittany Ecker

David and Kristina Engelbert

Victor and Marian Enriquez

Thomas Escobedo ‘63

Miguel Esparza and Sarah Soto

Bob and Lesley Eviston

Michael and Amy Fahlman

Sione and Malia Fatai

William Feil an. Renee Cousino-Feil

Arthur M. Ferrance, Jr.

Juan Fimbres and Guadalupe Arvizu

Destinee Fitzgerald

Gary and Jamie Flaherty

Scott and Nicole Fleckenstein

Chris and Ann Fogerty

David and Holly Forseth

Jesus Gallegos and Mary Drobnik

Cecilia Gallegos

Nick and Nikki Galovich

Delia Galvan

Eduardo and Erikah Gamez

Rosangela Garay

Ken and Karen Garby

Juan Manuel and Catherine Garcia

Charlotte Garcia

Omar and Beth Garcia

Patricia Garcia and Hipolito Luquin Valdes

Salomon Garcia

Lilian Geronimo

Louie and Dolly Giallonardo

Stephanie Gigante

Patricia and Harry Glasser

Benjamin and Dana Goetter

Laurie and Perry Gordon

James and Deborah Gorombei

Michael Gotway

Earl and Eunhee Gould

Gint and Evonne Grabauskas

Celia Granados

Nathan and Jennifer Gregston

Don and Dina Grimes

Rose Guerrero

Jena Gump

Benjamin and Erin Handelman

Darren Handy

Frank and Jacqueline Haraksin

Jon and Peggy Harrison

Gail Hartman

Robert Heim ‘22

Mark and Eileen Hemingway

Mark and Maria Herrera

Matthew and Denise Hess

Robert O. Hicks, Jr. ‘91

Tom and Marci Hiller

Lauren Hinton

Pamela Hollerbach

Gilbert and Suzanne Holmes

Ryan and Ann Howe

William and Diane Howe

Bruce Scott and Anita L. Hozeski-Scott

Brian and Regan Hunter

James and Stephanie Jarvise

Norma Jimenez ‘70

Cassandra Johnsen

Sherrie Kahler

Deirdre Kann

Frank and Kay Kastl

Tanya Keith

Brian and Christel Kellar

Patrick and Lynn Kelly

Clemencia Kelly

Kathleen Kempley

Terri Kimble

Eric and Jennifer Kizior

Dennis and Cecilia Knaggs

Knights of Columbus, Council #10050

Matt ‘97 and Leah Kochis

Dave and Cathy Kossler

Michael and Shannon Kralik

Kathy Kretkowski

Judy and David Krick

Jim Krick and Sylvia Valdez Krick ‘81

Nathan ‘97 and Erica Krick

Carol Kroll

Chad and Robyn Krumbach

Leon and Janine Krzmarzick

Tim and Cindy Kubasak

Steve and Maureen Kubasak

Kevin ‘95 and Christina Kupferer

Patty and Mark Kuras

Chaz and Amy LaLicata

David and Elsa Laredo

Kent and Jan Leigh

Kevin and Christine Lentz

Chris and Jalena Lichtenwalter

Ryan and Lara Linnen

Michael and Sarah Lisi

Enrique and Laurie Llanas

Rebecca Lombardi-Cooper

J.D. and Tamara Long-Garcia

Mary Lopez

Andrea Lopez

Dean and Marta Lucente

Katie Lucht

Kent and Donna Macklin

Kris Maines

Luis Mancilla and Elena Garcia-Mancilla

Ray and Gina Martinez

Jon and Peggy Mason

Michele Matthews

Michael and Ana McCann

Mr. and Mrs. Donovan McNabb

Mr. and Mrs. Thomas McNally

Emily Mead ‘16

Thomas and Renee Mendola

Ed and Lori Mendoza

Todd and Debbie Merrill

James Milby, Sr.

Paul and Linda Miller

David and Leslie Miranda

Harry and Marianne Mitchell

Joe and Vicki Monks

Karen Monks

Dora Montano

Terry Montijo

Michelle Montijo

Edouard and Michelle Mouaikel

Gabriel and Wafaa Nakleh

AJ and Louise Naldo

Christian Newcomb

Rini Nichols

Deanna Nunley

Mary O’Hea

Terry and Maritza O’Neill

Michael and Marty O’Reilly

Louis and Adelina Olivas

Louis Olivas. Jr. ‘94 and Mini Bernasconi Olivas ‘94

Lisa Ortega

Matt and Nicci Padilla

Dominic and Kim Palmieri

Scott and Stephanie Papp

Peter and Eva Parian

Jason and Yvonne Pastore

Chris and Beth Pattock

Chappy and Rita Peltier

Margaret Pena

Ronald and Judy Pieper

Brian and Christina Pieper

Mike and Linda Pirrotta

Mike and Kelly Rafford

Juan Ramos and Marissa Ramirez-Ramos

Joseph and Irma Rascon

Nate and Angelina Raso

Patrick and Cathy Reardon

Glenda Redman

David and Teresa Renzi

Chris and Andria Rieger

Sheryl Rocha

Joey Rocha

Sonja and Andy Rubalcava

Joe ‘69 and Sui-Ling Ryan

Hector and Gracie Salazar

Joe Salontai

Barbara Sanchez

Peter and Brina Sauer

John and Julie Schiemer

John and Rachel Schurz

Diane Sericati

Ernie and Patti Serrano

Patrick and Margaret Shearan

Kelly and James Shewbridge

Paul Stringer and Lindsey Shirley

Patrick and Lori Sichmeller

Michael

Rosa

Allen and

Daniel

Geoff

Doug

John

Paul

Sal

Fred

Col.

Tracy

Carole

Michael

Scott

ANNUAL REPORT 2020 - 2021

FACULTY & STAFF APPRECIATION

We are grateful for the following parents who donated toward the SPA Faculty & Staff Appreciation events. During the 202021 school year, SPA provided two lunches, a dinner and a Christmas gift for all Seton Catholic Prep Faculty and Staff.

L Luis Abudei and Patricia Belloso

Bob ‘87 and Kellie Adlhoch

Ruben and Veronica Aguilar

Alberto Alarcon and Dora Montano

David and Julie Albanese

Johnny Alo, Jr. and Jill Alo

Andrew and Tamara Alonzo

Joseph and Shelly Angelo

Sean and Janeth Badding

Danny and Yolie Balanon

Nabeel Bardaweel

Jeff and Christine Baron

Richard and Rachel Barone

Ike Basha

John and Nelsonja Bastian

Michael and Kelly Bell

Chad and Jenny Bellin

Chuck Benally and Lenay Chavez

Luigi and Stacy Benvin

Peter and Renee Beyer

Sharon and Mike Blackwell

Steve and Marie Bohata

Richard and Kim Bradsky

Mark and Neiliane Breck

Joe and Bethany Brown

Kevin and Kelly Brown

John Brozek, Jr. and Alicia Fattore-Brozek

Jeff and Shirley Burns

Jack and Ofelia Burns

John Butkiewicz and Lauren Carr

Graham Byrne and Brid Dower

Greg and Becky Campbell

Jessica Carpenter

Jess and Wendy Carrasco

Tanya Caruso

Mynor Castro and Teresa Soto-Castro

Fausto and Esther Cavazos

Tony and Melissa Cesarano

Geno and Valerie Chavez

Andrew and Lisa Clegg

Leslie Coca-Udave

Ricardo Contreras and Leticia Ortiz

Ethan and Deena Cook

Stephen and Bridgette Cosentino

James and Jennifer Couch

Paul and Mary Cruz

Chris and Joann Cruz

Elizabeth Culibrk

Peter and Pamela Daniel

Bryan and Andrea Davey

Sal and Deb DiCiccio

Paul and Patricia DiGiovanni

Maria Durazo

Laurie Elkins

Dave and Kristina Engelbert

Victor and Marian Enriquez

Pete and Kim Eremija

Marc Erpenbeck and Margaret Lopez Erpenbeck

Gary and Shai Erran

Miguel Esparza and Sarah Soto

Stuart and Julie Estes

Bob and Lesley Eviston

Michael and Amy Fahlman

William Feil and Renee Cousino-Feil

Gary and Jamie Flaherty

Chris and Ann Fogerty

Holly and David Forseth

Bailey Freed

Fred and Cindi Friedl

Jesus Gallegos and Mary Drobnik

Perry and Kristen Galovich

Lily Galvan

Eduardo and Erikah Gamez

Ken and Karen Garby

Juan Manuel and Catherine Garcia

Drs. Thomas and Lillian Giacobbi

Kevin and Marci Gilligan

Randall and Maria Goodwin

Perry and Laurie Gordon

Earl and Eunhee Gould

Gint and Evonne Grabauskas

Don and Dina Grimes

Chris and Jena Gump

Greg and Mary Ham

Tony and Patricia Hamrick

Marten and Marianne Hebert

Roger and Yesi Hernandez

Robert Hicks, Jr. ‘91

Tom and Marci Hiller

Robert and Natalie Hoffmann

John and Michelle Horky

Adolfo Ibarra, Jr. and Marie Ibarra

James and Stephanie Jarvise

Frank and Kay Kastl, Jr.

Brian and Christel Kellar

Patrick and Lynn Kelly

Timothy and Kari Kelly

Eric and Jennifer Kizior

Dennis and Cecilia Knaggs

Dave and Cathy Kossler

Chad and Robyn Krumbach

Leon and Janine Krzmarzick

Mark and Patty Kuras

Chaz and Amy LaLicata

David and Elsa Laredo

Nelson and Janette Leal

Kim Lee

Chris and Jalena Lichtenwalter

Ryan and Lara Linnen

Enrique and Laurie Llanas

David and Brenda Lopez

Dean and Marta Lucente

Dr. Jennifer Lucht

Luis M. Mancilla and Elena Garcia-Mancilla

Andrew and Lisa Marsee

Greg and Crista Martonick

Brian and Julie Mazza

Jonas and Joni McCormick

Michael and Jennifer McGibbney

Neil and Iveta McGurty

Donovan and Raquel McNabb

Thomas and Pamela McNally

Todd McRae

Ed and Lori Mendoza

Norm and Sharla Mendoza

Todd and Debbie Merrill

Michael and Ninfa Milyard

Joe and Vicki Monks

Edouard and Michelle Mouaikel

Tim and Beth Muehlhausen

Rini Nichols

Christopher and Jacqueline Nieto

Deanna Nunley

Michael and Marty O’Reilly

Louis Olivas, Jr. ‘94 and Mini Bernasconi Olivas, Jr. ‘94

Robert and Karen Oppen

Matt and Nicci Padilla

Miss Natalie Palomino

Sal Peña

Brian and Christina Pieper

Mike and Linda Pirrotta

Daniel and Nancy Quinlan

John and Nalini Rajaratnam

Scott and Linda Rennard

David and Teresa Renzi

Dave and Cheryl Riggle

Mauricio and Maria Rodriguez

Hector and Gracie Salazar

Chad and Susan Saltonstall

Freddy and Alissa Sanchez

Brad and Cecilia Sanders

George and Courtney Schein

John and Julie Schiemer

John and Rachel Schurz

Tom and Lisa Schwab

Carlos and Lilia Schwarzbeck

Youssef and Cynthia Semaan

Alissa Serignese

James and Kelly Shewbridge

Kelly and James Shewbridge

Timothy and Lisa Sifert

Mervin and Susan Singson

Bill and Michelle Sladek

Allen Smith, Jr. and Kathy Smith

Kurt and Cheryl Spindler

Michael and Jodie Stack

Paul and Johanna Staedicke

Jim and Marjean Steinkamp

Shane and Toni Stevenson

Mark Stewart and Alba Alvarez-Stewart

Paul ‘84 and Kristine Stoll

Doug and Celeste Sycamore

Paolo and Agnes Tamayo

Luis and Andrea Teran

Fred and Jeaneen Thiele

Ms. Terrylee Tyrrell

Matthew Uy and Susan Sandmann-Uy

Lance and Helen Venable

Scott Walker and Jennifer O’Hea

Mark and Jane Waypa

Josh and Karyn Welp

Doug Welsh

Dustin and Lesley Wood

Deena Woods

Rube and Carrie Woolsey

65TH ANNIVERSARY GALA 2020

We are grateful to the following people and organizations who made our 65th Anniversary Gala a success. Held virtually on August 29, 2020, the event generated over $250,000 in revenue for the Historic Campus Renovation!

As the event was originally scheduled for April 2020, this list includes gifts received before the 2020-21 fiscal year. These gifts are marked with an asterisk.

Silver Sponsor

*Maureen Buessing

Bronze Sponsors

* Creighton University

HDA Architects, LLC

* Stoll Masonry, Inc.

Tech Sponsors

* American Auto Recycling

Supporters

Sean and Janeth Badding

Danny and Yolie Balanon

Jeff and Christine Baron

Ike Basha

John and Nelsonja Bastian

* Amanda Bell

Peter and Renee Beyer

Bob and Teri Bitler

Sharon and Mike Blackwell

Jim and Alex Boyle

Dennis and Barbara Boyle

Robin Broshears

Mike Brown and Maggie Micthell Brown ‘02

Kevin and Kelly Brown

Gregg and Nancy Buchanan

Maureen Buessing

Ofelia Burns

* Brian and Yvonne Campanella

Denise Campanella

Brian Castaneda

Tony and Melissa Cesarano

Andrew and Lisa Clegg

Mac and Lynn Coomer

Stephen and Bridgette Cosentino

Greg and Noreen Cravener

Michael ‘03 and Heather Cravener ‘01

Todd and Jennifer Crippen

Bryan and Andrea Davey

Hugh and Linda David

Fred and Laura DeCaro

Paul and Patricia DiGiovanni

Tracy Dorsey

Dave and Kristina Engelbert

Victor and Marian Enriquez

William Feil and Renee Cousino-Feil

Gary and Jamie Flaherty

Sal Flores

Holly and David Forseth

Tom ‘69 and Valerie Foster

Mark and Susan Fugger

Louie and Dolly Giallonardo

Harry and Patricia Glasser

Don and Dina Grimes

Julie and Jim Grindey

* Ken Hamada and Dr. Monica Canez

Tony and Patricia Hamrick

Nicole G. Harrison ‘88

Gail Hartman

Larry and Lindley Henson

Robert Hicks, Jr. ‘91

Karen Hill

Lauren Hinton

* Pamela Hollerbach

Gilbert and Suzanne Holmes

Ryan Horn

James and Stephanie Jarvise

Frank and Kay Kastl

Brian and Christel Kellar

Patrick and Lynn Kelly

Kathleen Kempley

Matt ‘97 and Leah Kochis

Lee and Heather Kroll

Leon and Janine Krzmarzick

Chaz and Amy LaLicata

Bruce and Margaret Levitch

Chris and Jalena Lichtenwalter

Enrique and Laurie Llanas

Dean and Marta Lucente

Katie Lucht

Kent and Donna Macklin

Luis Mancilla and Elena Garcia-Mancilla

Anthony and Jennifer Masciangelo

Jonas and Joni McCormick

Michael and Jennifer McGibbney

Norm and Sharla Mendoza

Daniel Moberly ‘05 and Shannon McCarthy Moberly ‘05

Joe and Vicki Monks

Laura Anne Monks

* Tim and Beth Muehlhausen

Ryan and Annemarie Mulligan

John and Michelle Nowak

Louis Olivas, Jr. ‘94 and Mini Bernasconi Olivas ‘94

Dominic and Kim Palmieri

Gilbert Palomino and Mary Martinez Palomino† ‘66

David and Jennifer Papp

* Beth and Chris Pattock

Lezli Pearson

John and Jackie Peterson

Benjamin and Joy Pickett

Brian and Christina Pieper

* Jim and Cate Pogge

Joseph and Irma Rascon

Scott and Linda Rennard

Adam and Lisa Rodriguez

Hector and Gracie Salazar

Chad and Susan Saltonstall

Brad and Cecilia Sanders

John and Julie Schiemer

John and Rachel Schurz

Bruce Scott and Anita Hozeski-Scott

Paul and Lisa Scranton

Sandra Searle

Victor and Evelyn Serna

Ernie and Patti Serrano

Jacque Silvas

* Christine C. Slomski ‘03

Geoff Smitham ‘98

Jim and Marjean Steinkamp

Shane and Toni Stevenson

Mark Stewart and Alba Alvarez-Stewart

Paul ‘84 and Kristine Stoll

Steve and Suzy Strickbine

Paul and Bonnie Strube

Fred and Jeaneen Thiele

Rick and Sonia Vaca

Scott Walker and Jennifer O’Hea

Rich and Marie Zawtocki

Ray and Julie Zylla

* Gift received before July 1, 2020

HISTORIC CAMPUS RENOVATIONS CAMPAIGN

The Historic Campus Renovation is a three year plan that includes complete upgrades of:

Freeport-McMoRan Copper and Gold Foundation

Jim and Julie Grindey

Seton Catholic Preparatory is grateful to the following donors for supporting the Historic Campus Renovation. These gifts were received before June 30, 2021 and made in support of our Havana Nights

Gala, or made directly to the school.

Luis Abudei and Patricia Belloso

Agilio Mateo Acuna and Isabel Quintanilla

Advanced Orthodontics

Carlos Arce-Lara and Irene Aguilera-Barrantes

Sean and Janeth Badding

Eric ‘04 and Gillean Osterday Barkyoumb ‘06

Bell Bank Mortgage

Center for Pediatric Dentistry

Richard and Amy Chatterton

Peter and Pamela Daniel

Bryan and Andrea Davey

Michael and Amy Fahlman

Paul and Kitt Gryskiewicz

Kevin and Carol Harrigan

HDA Architects, LLC

Marie B. Hodges ‘14

Gilbert and Suzanne Holmes

Dave and Cathy Kossler

Leon and Janine Krzmarzick

Tim and Cindy Kubasak

Chris and Jalena Lichtenwalter

Greg and Crista Martonick

Norm and Sharla Mendoza

Jason and Yvonne Pastore

Patrick Joseph Ruwart Estate

Mike and Linda Pirrotta

Mike and Kelly Rafford

Joseph and Irma Rascon

David Rees

Rose Law Group

John and Rachel Schurz

Shea Homes

Daniel and Elizabeth Smith

So-Cal Fish Taco Company

Ken and Debbie Spinner

Jim and Marjean Steinkamp

Shane and Toni Stevenson

The Wealth Stewards

Zawtocki Law Office

Conrad and Jennifer Zils a new Counseling Center, 13 classrooms in the A,C and D buildings, 6 science, computer and engineering labs in B Building, the Cafeteria Main Office and other Administrative offices, student bathrooms, the Quad, the Library, and the Front entrance landscaping and parking.

47% Tuition & Fees

24% Scholarships

6% Development

Campaign - Unrestricted

11% Development

Campaign - Restricted

6% Scrip/Bookstore/Cafeteria

1% Athletics

5%

1150 N. Dobson Road

Chandler, Arizona 85224

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