The Sentinel Shield Spring 2019

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THE SENTINEL SHIELD

‘Leadership and learning are indispensable to each other.’
- John F. Kennedy
MAGAZINE OF SETON CATHOLIC PREPARATORY | SPRING 2019

FROM THE PRINCIPAL’S DESK

Dear Seton community,

As we celebrate the charism of LOVE this academic year, I have been reflecting on the role LOVE plays in leadership. The Catechism of the Catholic Church (1766) says “to love is to will the good of another.” I cannot imagine a situation where a leader does not “will the good” of the people he or she serves.

Countless adults share their talents in loving ways with the students and families we serve. We are blessed to have the strong support of our parents. In addition to the faculty and staff, parent leaders from our Board of Trustees, Advisory Board, Seton Parent Association, Sentinel Booster Club, and Seton Fine Arts Association, and Seton Parent Association provide a wonderful example of what it means to lead with love.

I am grateful for their leadership, and I am even more grateful for their example. Being a leader is challenging, but we can never forget why we choose to lead, and yes, leadership is a choice. May we never “grow tired of doing good” in everything we do and may we always do everything with love.

This issue is dedicated to all our wonderful leaders—alumni, benefactors, board members, parents, staff, and students—who work tirelessly to advance the Mission of Seton Catholic Preparatory. Please join me in praying for the continued well-being of the Seton community.

Our Annual Report, which highlights the school’s income and expenses, can also be found in this issue, as well as donors who help make a Seton Catholic education possible for our students.

Sincerely,

“Let us not grow tired of doing good, for in due time we shall reap our harvest, if we do not give up.” —Galatians
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ADVANCEMENT Director Jim Pogge Mission Advancement Officer Brian Rosario Communications & Marketing Manager Joyce Valdez Alumni Relations Manager Maggie (Mitchell) Brown ’02 Advancement Associates Karen Hill, Lucille Ruchensky THE SHIELD Managing Editor Joyce Valdez, Communications and Marketing Manager Contributing Writer Nicki Escudero ‘02 Designer Beatriz Mojarro Graphic Design Seton Catholic Preparatory 1150 North Dobson Road • Chandler, AZ 85224 480.963.1900 • SetonCatholic.org THE SENTINEL SHIELD Spring 2019 ADMINISTRATION Principal Victor Serna Assistant Principal Dr. David Sorkin Dean of Students Julie Grindey Director of Admissions Guillermo Vidaurri Director of Athletics Matt Mayo ’98 Campus Minister Holly Forseth Campus Minister Jennifer Kohl ’98 Director of Guidance Counseling Pam Hollerbach Director of Finance and Facilities Bob Esposito Director of Student Activities Beth Pattock Chaplain Rev. Timothy Seavey The Sentinel Shield Magazine is published twice a year by the Seton Catholic Preparatory Advancement Office SetonAlumni@SetonCatholic.org
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Leading with LOVE

SENTINEL NEWS

ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE

Robotics Rocks! Decathletes, Too!

CHARISM: LOVE

Lovin’ Seton at 65

COVER STORY

Sentinel Leaders – Future and Current

FEATURE STORY

Meet Our A-Teams

FINE ARTS

Creating Drama ATHLETICS

Q&A with Football Coach Pete Wahlheim

ALUMNI NOTES

MARK YOUR CALENDAR

ANNUAL REPORT, FY 2017-18

On the cover: Leader in the making: Seton freshman Samaira Juan was among Gila River Indian Community youth leaders who met with Michelle Obama when the former first lady visited metro Phoenix on her speaking and book tour. Juan is seated next to Valerie Jarrett, former senior adviser to President Barack Obama.

– Photo courtesy of Roberto A. Jackson, Gila River Indian News

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ADVISORY BOARD

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2018-19 BOARD OF TRUSTEES
Gabe Ortiz ’88, Prosidyan, Inc., Vice President, U.S. Sales
Cook, Gilbert, Arizona, Vice Mayor Carol Dobson, Dobson Family Farms, Owner Tracy Dorsey, CPA, Seton Catholic Prep and Resurrection Parish volunteer Sal Flores, Flores Wealth Management, Registered Principal Ross Robb, Owner and President of RLR Ventures, LLC
Zawtocki, Zawtocki Law Offices, Attorney at Law Ex-Officio Victor Serna Staff Support Brandy Martinez DIOCESE OF PHOENIX CATHOLIC SCHOOLS LEADERSHIP Bishop Thomas J. Olmsted Auxiliary Bishop Eduardo A. Nevares Vicar of Evangelization Rev. John Parks Superintendent Harry Plummer Assistant Superintendent Colleen McCoyCejka Assistant Superintendent Domonic Salce CONTENTS
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preparatory curriculum within a Catholic faith community focusing on academic excellence, leadership, and loving service to others.
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President Ray Ciferno
Lori Shipley
Rev. Timothy Seavey
Ference Brown Bridgette Cosentino
Craig Echeveste
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Support Brandy Martinez Board of Trustees Liaison Rich Zawtocki LEARN MORE about including Seton Catholic Prep in your estate plan to keep the Seton Catholic experience within reach. VISIT setoncatholic.org/advancement-office OR CONTACT Jim Pogge, Advancement Director JPogge@SetonCatholic.org
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SENTINEL NEWS

SETON CELEBRATES CATHOLIC SCHOOLS WEEK

More than 100 special-needs students from several East Valley high schools participated in Seton Catholic’s third annual Unified Field Day at the Sentinel Track and Field Complex. Seton Buddies coordinated the event, and Seton Houses planned and organized activities. The event was a successful conclusion to Catholic Schools Week, Jan. 27—Feb. 2. In addition to the field day, Seton celebrated Catholic Schools Week with the annual Grandparents’ Mass and presentations by Sarah Swafford, a noted author and speaker, and her husband, Andrew. The field day replaced the student walk-a-thon, which raised funds for local nonprofit organizations. Although the walk was a treasured tradition, Seton students embraced the field day with the same enthusiasm and commitment.

SCP PARADE ENTRY DELIGHTS SPECTATORS

Seton Catholic entered the Chandler Parade of Lights for the first time during the Christmas season, much to the delight of parade spectators. A volunteer team worked for three months on the entry, which included a bright red sled illuminated by 1,500 lights and filled with presents representing the gifts of a Seton education. The theme reflected the school motto: “Academic Excellence. A World of Opportunity.” The Admissions Office took advantage of the Dec. 1 event to advertise its first open house the following day, which resulted in several additional families who had not previously registered. A big “thank you” to the following volunteers:

• Art Teacher Christine Lezcano ‘08 and Seton Art Club - creative design and decoration

• Special Events Coordinator Karen Hill – decoration

• Admissions Assistant Lisa Sweadorprovided tow vehicle and electric generator

• Seton Ambassadors and UTP international students – decoration and parade-route walkers

• Tom and Pat Remmel – construction, decoration, and use of their utility trailer

• Shane and Toni Stevenson, Bruce and Anita Scott and other Seton families - donation of construction material and other items

SETON SENIOR IS NATIONAL MERIT FINALIST

Seton 2019 class valedictorian Alexander Bellin was a finalist in the 2019 National Merit Scholarship Program. Bellin competed for one of the more than 7,500 Merit Scholarship awards worth $31 million. Bellin is planning on majoring in Finance at Loyola Marymount University. A Kairos 51 student leader, Bellin was also involved with The Sentinel Ambassadors, National Honor Society, and National Spanish Honor Society. Bellin’s classmates, John Buessing and Leila Hamilton, advanced to commended scholars in the national scholarship competition.

‘THE SENTINEL’ YEARBOOK EARNS TOP RATING

Madeleine Williamson topped off a two-year stint as yearbook editor with a coveted recognition. “The Sentinel” received a first-place rating from the American Scholastic Press Association Contest/Review of 2018 annuals. The designation indicates a first-rate publication, as opposed to a first-place finish. Williamson was among the nation’s top high-school students selected to attend the 2018 Walter Cronkite School of Journalism and Mass Communication Summer Institute at ASU, where she will continue her journalism studies this fall.

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Seton PrincipalVictor Serna (left) and Assistant Principal Dr. David Sorkin congratulate Alexander Bellin. For the first time in recent memory, the Chandler Parade of Lights featured an entry by Seton Catholic. The Grandparents Mass (top) and Unified Field Day (below) were highlights of Seton’s Catholic Schools Week. Madeleine Williamson displays pages from the 2018 yearbook.

SETON ATHLETE FINALIST FOR ‘CHARACTER COUNTS’

Garrett Elkins was a finalist in the Character Counts scholarship competition sponsored by AZ Sports-98.7. A member of the boys’ varsity basketball team, the senior forward was nominated for the award because of his contributions on and off the basketball court. Elkins volunteers with the Interfaith Homeless Emergency Lodging Program (I-HELP), which provides homeless individuals with temporary lodging, meals, and case management services. Elkins and his mother, Laurie, volunteer with the program every month. In addition to his work with I-HELP, Elkins taught Vacation Bible School at Chandler United Methodist Church. He plans to attend DePauw University in Greencastle, Ind., the alma mater to generations of Elkins family members.

St. JOHN THE BAPTIST WINS THE HOUSE CUP

For the second year in a row, the House of St. John the Baptist has won the 2018-19 Seton Catholic House Cup. St. John defeated 14 other Seton Houses to win the coveted trophy. St. John the Baptist ended the year with 819 points, which were earned by members who participated in qualifying activities. St. John the Baptist claimed an early lead when it scored 613 points during the fall canned-food drive. Second place went to The House of Saint Juan Diego with 617 points. The House system was established two years ago to foster camaraderie and a sense of community among Seton Catholic students.

STUDENTS GIVEN MORE OPPORTUNITIES TO SERVE UNDER EXPANDED PROGRAM

Campus Ministry has expanded Prayer And Service at Seton (PASS) to include sophomores and juniors, in addition to freshmen. The addition of 10th and 11th graders allows for greater opportunities for loving service to others, which is part of Seton Catholic’s mission. The expanded program was launched second semester at Maggie’s Place, which provides programs and services for pregnant and parenting women and their children. In other Campus Ministry news, the 51st Kairos retreat was held in March with more than 50 juniors and seniors, 12 student leaders, and 13 faculty and staff participating.

SETON SCORES ESSAY CONTEST ‘THREE-PEAT’

Jake Marr placed first in the 2018 Phoenix Veterans Day Parade essay contest. The junior Sentinel was among more than 100 Valley students who entered the essay contest. The theme was, “Out of the Trenches: A Century of Remembrance – World War I.” This is the third consecutive year a Seton Catholic student has placed first in the competition. Last year’s winner was Ethan Brown, who was preceded in 2016 by Dillon Shipley. Marr’s essay focused on the horrors of trench warfare during “The Great War.” He received a cash prize courtesy of Durant’s Restaurant and rode in the Phoenix Veterans Day Parade. Patricia Nash, Marr’s Advanced Placement language teacher, also received $150 for use in her classroom.

U.S. SENATE PROGRAM RECOGNIZES SENTINEL LEADER

Leila Hamilton was selected as the state’s first alternate for the U.S. Senate Youth Program, a week-long educational experience for outstanding high school students interested in public service careers. The 57th annual program was held in Washington, D.C., in March. Two student leaders from each state were selected to spend a week in Washington experiencing their national government in action, and Hamilton was selected as Arizona’s first alternate. The Seton senior applied to the program because she hopes to work in health-care policy for the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, World Health Organization, or various government officials. Hamilton plans to major in public health at Johns Hopkins University in Baltimore.

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Leila Hamilton, 2019 Class Salutatorian, has her sights set on a career in public service. Jake Marr researched World War I for his winning essay. Garrett Elkins was recognized byAZ Sports-98.7 for his work with the homeless. Seton Juniors volunteered at Maggie’s Place under the expanded PASS program.

ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE

GROOVY, MAN!

ACADEMIC DECATHLETES THREE-PEAT

Members of Seton Catholic Prep’s Academic Decathlon team weren’t even born when Andy Warhol was transforming soup cans into art and “the British invasion” referred to music, not history.

Despite their youth, Seton Catholic’s academic decathletes probably know more about the 1960s than their grandparents.

Their collective knowledge and appreciation of the era propelled them to the 3A state title at the 35th Annual Arizona Academic Decathlon State Tournament. It was a three-peat for Seton Catholic, which placed first in 2017 and 2018.

As a result of the win at state, Seton advanced to The United States Academic Decathlon’s national online competition in April as Arizona’s

medium-school representative.

The state tournament, held March 8-10 at Hamilton High School in Chandler, attracted Arizona’s top 39 teams. Seton Catholic placed sixth overall in state, competing against schools with much larger enrollments.

“I am so proud of our team’s commitment and achievement,” Principal Victor Serna said. “I am continually amazed at their competitiveness, especially against larger schools.”

Hamilton was the overall state champion, followed by Canyon del Oro of Tucson and Westwood High School of Mesa.

Focusing on the theme, “The 1960s: A Transformational Decade,” students took rigorous tests in art, economics, literature, mathematics, music,

social science, and science. Essays and speech were also part of the competition.

Three Sentinels medaled: Silas Gadd, Jr. and Tyler Ash respectively captured gold and silver in the essay category, and Cole Stickland won a bronze in science. Mariah McNally led Seton Catholic in scoring with 8,018 points.

The 2018-19 team also consists of Anique Kaijser, Colin Curran and John Buessing, Chandler; Kyle Mendoza, Gilbert; and Jarrod Hebert, Ahwatukee Foothills.

Serna also commended Seton Coach Todd Decker for his commitment and the guidance he provides to the team. Decker has coached academic decathlon teams for 29 years, longer than any Arizona coach.

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Members of Seton Catholic’s Academic Decathlon Team include (left to right): Tyler Ash, Silas Gadd Jr., Colin Curran, Mariah McNally, Anique Kaijser, John Buessing, Kyle Mendoza, and Cole Stickland. Not pictured: Jarrod Heber. Intel Corp. recently honored Seton’s Academic Decathletes and other top Arizona teams with a luncheon and tour of the Chandler plant.

ROBOTICS ROCKS! TEAM 1212 WINS STATE TITLE ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE

The Robotics Team also had a big year: Team 1212 won Seton Catholic’s firstever state championship in competitive robotics.

Seton shared the 2018 Sanghi Foundation FIRST Robotics title with Mesa’s Westwood High and Phoenix’s Carl Hayden High as a result of an alliance formed during the state competition. FIRST, which stands for For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology, allows and encourages such alliances because cooperation produces innovation.

Arizona’s top 30 high school robotics teams participated in the state tournament in October at ASU. FIRST Robotics, which was founded in 1989 to spark interest in science and technology, comes up with a yearly challenge for the more than 3,500 robotics teams that compete annually. This year’s game simulated loading a spaceship on Mars, with robots mounting circular panels and flinging cargo into a structure.

Seton Catholic was one of the most experienced teams in the state competition, having been an early participant in FIRST Robotics tournaments in Arizona. In addition, Team 1212 has won awards for creativity and design.

‘DIFFERENT THAN TYPICAL TEAMS’

Seton Catholic’s Team 1212 clearly impressed Tanner Puckett, a reporter for AZPREPS365, who wrote about them for azpreps365.com. Here is an excerpt from his Feb. 18, 2019, article:

“Seton is different than typical teams. They have a smaller group with 10 to 20 students instead of the usual 30 to 50. They have less than 500 square feet of

“We are extremely proud of our robotics team, our team moderator and the adult volunteers whose hard work and dedication resulted in our first state championship,” said Principal Victor Serna.

Fine Arts Teacher Michael Foor is the team moderator; Bernie McBryan, Ron Gordon and Phillip Warren are the adult mentors. Student team members

dedicated space in the cafeteria. They make more room by pushing tables and chairs out of the way after the school day.

The team relies on versatility and a strong alumni network.

‘You have to learn how to do everything. You can’t have teams that work on each individual component,’ said Phillip Warren, former Seton student and current team mentor.

Warren is one of many Seton Sentinels who have found success and stayed

are Uriel Anderson, Matt Halfmann, Connor Davis, Andrew Bohata, Caleb Derr, Claire Fraser, Clare Peterson, Cole Shapiro, Emily Sanders, Francis Lim, Isaac Baron, Jake Marr, James Heinemann, James Karam, John Buessing, Johnny Nguyen, Natalie Barnhouse, Nicole Feil and Thomas Knaggs.

connected. Kate McBryan ‘03 earned her doctorate in aerospace engineering from the University of Maryland. She’s since volunteered as a mentor at Seton. The same way their alumni give to them, the team gives back to the community. Since 2014, Team 1212 has partnered with Advanced Therapy Solutions to modify Power Wheels for children living with disabilities. The annual “Kids in Motion” derby will be held this spring.”

Seton Catholic Team 1212 students and adult mentors proudly display their state trophy and banner. - Photo courtesy of Kagen Photography
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Let’sGetReadyto Celebrate Seton’s CHARISM: LOVE

If you love Seton Catholic Preparatory, you will definitely want to join the entire community in celebrating its 65th anniversary next school year.

We are planning an array of special events to celebrate, beginning with Homecoming Weekend, Sept. 20-21, and concluding with an anniversary gala next spring. Details about both events are forthcoming, so stay tuned.

Over the years, Seton Catholic has faced many challenges, including a fire in 1980 that destroyed the original school site. What has kept us going for nearly seven decades is the love and support of the Seton community, as expressed in a recent email by former Seton parent Jan Blaser. She wrote: “I had three daughters graduate from Seton (Mary Grace ’17, Becca ’13, and Liz ’11). We are so proud of

the lovely young women our daughters have become, and Seton Catholic had a huge hand in their development.”

We thank the Blasers and all our Seton Catholic families who have led us to this important milestone.

Every year, Seton Catholic instills in its students the charisms set forth by Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton. Those spiritual gifts are COURAGE, DETERMINATION, FAITH and LOVE. This year’s charism is LOVE, which presents a perfect opportunity to list some of the reasons we love being a Sentinel:

• Father Joseph Patterson founded the school in 1954 out of love for the migrant children who were its first students.

• The St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Chapel and the Fine Arts and Academic

Building, both completed in 2008, are testaments to Seton Catholic’s growth and commitment to expansion.

• Seton Catholic’s SAT scores exceed state and national averages.

• Seton Catholic was selected as a 2017 National Blue Ribbon School in the “Exemplary High Performing” category by the U.S. Department of Education’s National Blue Ribbon Schools Program.

• Seton Catholic’s House system was established to deepen students’ sense of community, camaraderie, and shared commitment to service and excellence.

That’s only five reasons. Can you think of 60 more? If so, we may be asking you to share them as we get closer to celebrating Seton Catholic ‘s 65th

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Seton Catholic Principal Victor Serna (left), retired Principal Pat Collins (third from left), and Assistant Principal Dr. David Sorkin attended a Washington, D.C., ceremony honoring 2017 National Blue Ribbon Schools. Pictured with them is Aba Kumi, director of the National Blue Ribbon Program for the U.S. Department of Education.

COVER STORY

SETON LEADERS

LEAVE THEIR MARK FROM CAMPUS TO COMMUNITY

At Seton Catholic Prep, leadership qualities abound. They are found in the classroom, in extracurricular clubs and athletics, and throughout community activities in which students, staff, and alumni participate. Being a leader is much more than having a title. It is about being an inspiring example, someone who motivates others to be the best version of themselves and who contributes positively to society. There are Seton Catholic leaders on campus, and there are Seton graduates making a major impact through work and in their communities.

Here's a look at two alumni and two current students who are leaving their mark on the world.

A transformative relationship Armando Bernasconi ‘93 began as a Northern Arizona University student led to Quality Connections, the nonprofit he co-founded and where he serves as chief executive officer.

Bernasconi was the live-in attendant for his college roommate, Ben, who had cerebral palsy. Ben could not speak and was unable to care for his physical needs. But, he was completely mentally capable and wanted two things in life: a girlfriend and a job. Ben’s desire to work made an impression on Bernasconi.

“People get identity from work and feel included in a bigger community,” says Bernasconi. “Ben wanted to become selfsufficient.”

In 1999, Bernasconi left NAU to form Quality Connections, which provides services to people with disabilities and helps them find and maintain employment through training and job opportunities.

Ben became the webmaster. Co-founded with Bernasconi’s wife, Melissa, the Flagstaff-based nonprofit has grown to service 200 people a year and employs 125 permanent staff.

There are four arms to Quality Connections: employment services; a Montessori-based adult day program; a residential program; and social enterprise through QCoffice, an ecommerce business staffed by graduates of

COLLEGE RELATIONSHIP LEADS TO SUCCESSFUL NONPROFIT

Armando Bernasconi, Co-Founder and CEO of Quality Connections, Class of 1993

the day program. QCoffice sells office supplies and had $1.2 million in sales in 2018.

Quality Connections is expanding into the private sector this year with an ecommerce home consumables line. Since 1999, Quality Connections has serviced more than 1,600 people.

“Employment is our ultimate goal, giving those we work with that identity and extra cash in their pocket,” Bernasconi says. “When my guys go to work, not only do they have that identity, but their (government) benefits are reduced. They go out and spend their paycheck, which reduces the burden on society. It increases independence.”

Bernasconi attributes Quality Connections’ growth to passion and dedication to providing a great service. As CEO, he says honesty and humility drive his leadership style. They’re also characteristics that are ingrained in Quality Connections’ corporate culture.

Acceptance and inclusion are also important at Quality Connections. That is something Bernasconi felt during his time at Seton, which his seven siblings also attended.

“Seton had a community that people felt a part of, a community you just don’t find in a whole lot of other places,” Bernasconi says. “I’m trying to replicate that here, that sense of belonging to community.”

Sadly, Ben passed away in 2014, but his goal to be self-sufficient is one that Quality Connections helps people achieve every day.

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Armando Bernasconi was inspired by Seton Catholic’s sense of community

COVER STORY

YOUNG SENTINEL RUBS ELBOWS WITH INFLUENTIAL WOMEN

Samaira Juan, 2018 Junior Miss Gila River, Class of 2022

In just her first year at Seton Catholic, freshman Samaira Juan has served as royalty as Junior Miss Gila River and sat at a roundtable discussion with one of the most prominent leaders in the United States: Michelle Obama.

In February, Juan, a District Five member of the Gila River Indian Community, was invited by her community’s governor to participate in a summit discussion. She and other high school students discussed challenges they faced transitioning to campuses where they were the minority. To everyone’s surprise during the discussion, the former first lady came and joined in.

“She touched me on the shoulder, and I was just shocked,” says Juan. “She gave us really

great advice, saying, ‘Yes, it’s going to be hard, but it’s going to be OK at the same time. Don’t worry about what other people say about you or being Native American. You do you.’”

Mrs. Obama was accompanied by another powerful woman: Valerie Jarrett, former senior adviser to President Obama.

Juan has been an advocate for her culture and a leader locally and nationally. Crowned Junior Miss Gila River in 2018, her platform was health and wellness in her community, as well as Akimel O’oTham and Pee Posh traditions such as basket-weaving and traditional songs and dances.

FUTURE BUSINESS

LEADER HAS A DESIRE TO HELP

Rocco Gump, JA Young Ambassador, Class of 2021

Rocco Gump wants to own a business one day. With the roles the sophomore has taken on campus and off, Gump is cultivating leadership skills that should serve him well in the future.

Gump’s entrepreneurial spirit developed early. Since he was a fifth grader at St. John Bosco Catholic School, he has been involved with Junior Achievement (JA), a program teaching young people financial literacy and business skills. Gump was named one of JA’s inaugural “18 Under 18,” a collection of 18 Arizona elementary and high school student leaders.

Gump is a leader on campus, in the community, and on athletic fields. As a JA

During her reign, she represented her community at such local events as the Mul-Chu-Tha rodeo and fair and the Mar-5 groundwater project. She also attended the national UNITY conference in San Diego for Native American youth.

Juan also has taught traditional dance and social songs to preschool students in her community. To her, leadership means being an example to younger generations.

“Being a leader is to be a role model for others,” Juan says. “A leader is not perfect. They make mistakes, too, and that’s what I try to tell other kids who look up to us teenagers in our community.”

Before she entered the pageant, Juan was very shy, but winning the competition has given her opportunities to connect with prominent people. She says she is interested in being a police officer in her community because she loves helping people. She plans on continuing to uphold her values and pass them on to others.

“One of the main things people always assume about us is that we live in teepees. I’ve been called Pocahontas,” Juan says. “Not everything on TV about Native Americans is true. Our culture is sacred to us. Getting made fun of because of who we are gets us pretty upset because we value our culture. Native Americans are great. We have beautiful cultures and traditions.”

Young Ambassador, Gump has spoken in front of hundreds of Valley professionals about the importance of financial literacy and business savvy for young people. He is not sure what type of business he wants to pursue, but he knows he wants to make a difference in a business owner role.

“Since I can remember, I’ve always wanted to start my own business and be my own boss,” says Gump. “Being able to change the community, have my own company, be able to do the things I think are important, respect everyone, and stick up for people who don’t always have a voice are important to me.”

Gump already has plenty of experience doing that, as an active volunteer with Maggie’s

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Samaira Juan treasures her autographed copy of Michelle Obama’s best-selling book, “Becoming.”

ESPORTS CEO EMPOWERS EMPLOYEES TO ACHIEVE

Esports, Class of 1995

In high school, Pete Vlastelica ‘95 played baseball and wrestled. Today, he is a leader in a sport taking the world by storm: competitive video games, also known as esports.

Vlastelica is president and CEO of Activision Blizzard Esports, based in Santa Monica, Calif. The company operates the Overwatch League, Call of Duty World League, and other Blizzard esports programs. He leads a team of 300 people who are making competitive video gaming mainstream in leagues throughout North America, Europe, Asia, and just about everywhere else.

Vlastelica was a young entrepreneur, founding and serving as CEO for his company Yardbarker, a network of more than 1,000 sports blogs that was acquired by FOX Sports Interactive.

He went on to work for FOX Sports, rising up

to executive vice-president, Digital.

In his nearly three years at Activision Blizzard Esports, he says he focuses on finding the best talent possible and empowering his team to achieve.

“I spent the first part of my life trying to be a great achiever,” says Vlastelica, “and I think that’s an important step in a person’s career, to focus on learning and personal growth and achievement. But I’ve reached a point where that’s less important than the emotional connection I try to create with my work. You can’t create an emotional connection with your head. Emotional

connections are about people.”

Vlastelica has honed his leadership sensibility in roles in London, New York, and San Francisco. He made himself CEO of Yardbarker when he was 27 years old, putting himself in a leadership position that forced him to cultivate business acumen that serves him today.

“I learned so much from that process and failed along the way, but there was no other way to get that experience,” Vlastelica says. “My advice is always to take risk early and do something that feels uncomfortable, a bit of a stretch for yourself and for your career.”

As a leader in one of the most exciting sports industries around the world, Vlastelica is encouraged by the news that the Arizona Interscholastic Association announced its inaugural esports season this fall. Vlastelica says high school students are the prime demographic for becoming pro players, who go on to work with nutritionists, personal trainers, and sports psychologists like other pro athletes do.

Many pro team esports owners also own “traditional” sports teams, like NBA and NFL teams. Maybe there will be a Sentinel in a pro league one day.

“High school is a natural rung on the ladder for the very best esports players in the world,” Vlastelica says. “Well-structured varsity level esports has the potential to produce top-tier talent that our professional teams scout directly out of high school.”

Place for the past four years. Maggie’s Place provides programs, housing, and services for pregnant and parenting women in need. He volunteers every month, making meals and washing cars, and he came up with the idea to build a garden for fresh produce at one of the shelters.

Gump also received the Catholic Community Foundation’s Christian Service Award and is a member of the Foundation’s Youth Ambassador Association (YAA). The YAA raises money for those in need, including people at refugee camps.

On campus, Gump is a Sentinel Ambassador, a representative of Seton Catholic at activities relating to public relations and development.

He’s in Spanish Club and plays on the varsity baseball and golf teams.

Gump plans to attend college and major in something business-related. He encourages aspiring leaders to trust themselves, be confident, and to do things that push them out of their comfort zone, just as Gump has done in activities such as speaking in front of large groups of seasoned business leaders. In everything he does, Gump says he strives to apply a positive attitude and commitment to serving others.

“A leader has a good work ethic, respects everyone, includes others, and leads by example,” Gump says. “That how I try to act.”

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Pete Vlastelica, CEO of Activision Blizzard Esports, is no stranger to risk-taking. Future entrepreneur Rocco Gump catches up on the day’s business and financial news. Rocco Gump (continued from page 10)

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SETON ADMISSIONS:

OUR VERY OWN A-Team

Meet Seton Catholic’s A-Team: Guillermo Vidaurri, Erminia BernasconiOlivas ‘94, and Lisa Sweador. It’s an apt moniker, not only because they make up Seton Catholic’s Admissions Office but because they are also pretty Amazing.

Vidaurri has reenergized Admissions since joining Seton Catholic two years ago. Prior to becoming a Sentinel, he was the vice principal at Bishop Mora Salesian High School in Los Angeles. Fortunately for Vidaurri, the office had two highly capable staff members when he arrived: Bernasconi-Olivas ’94, Admissions counselor and a Seton parent, and Sweador, Admissions assistant and also a Seton parent.

Determined to grow freshmen enrollment, the A-Team has increased school visits. Since August they have

have made presentations to more than 500 students at schools throughout Maricopa County.

The team has also increased Seton Catholic’s community presence and outreach, representing the school at Chandler’s Dia de Los Muertos, Parade of Lights, and the Ostrich Festival, as well as the Chandler Chamber of Commerce Golf Tournament and Queen Creek’s “Spring into Queen Creek.” In November, Seton was a presenting sponsor of the Chamber’s Annual Education Forum. Assisting with these efforts are members

MEET OUR OTHER A-TEAM!

The Advancement Office is also Awesome, often operating behind-thescenes to ensure the gift of Catholic education for East Valley families.

Under the direction of Jim Pogge, Seton Catholic Advancement has as its primary responsibility the planning and implementation of the school’s development and fundraising program.

“Tuition receipts simply do not cover the cost to operate the school,” Pogge said. “Without the help of the entire Seton community, far too many students would miss out on the Sentinel experience,

and many of our programs would not be properly funded.”

There are a number of ways to give:

• Participation in the Fund for Seton Catholic

• Support for the newly created Alumni Scholarship Fund

• Participation in Arizona’s Tuition Tax Credit programs

• Assistance with grant opportunities

• Donations of stock and IRA Charitable Rollover funds

Seton at events involving public relations, development, and fundraising.

“The Admissions Team is blessed to have the support of the Sentinel Ambassadors,” Vidaurri said. “The Ambassadors are prime examples of the high-quality student Seton produces. They’re our best advertisement.” Vidaurri said watching the Ambassadors develop leadership skills and confidence has been one of the most rewarding aspects of his job as Admissions Director.

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• Various planned gifts as part of your general estate plans

The Advancement Office this year initiated some new fundraising strategies, including participating in Giving Tuesday, a global day of giving held on the Tuesday after Thanksgiving.

Giving Tuesday 2018 was successful:

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Admissions Director Guillermo Vidaurri, Seton Ambassadors, and Admissions Counselor Erminia BernasconiOlivas ‘94 visited St. Anthony of Pardua Catholic School in Casa Grande to promote Seton.
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Jim Pogge, Seton Catholic Advancement Director

Annika Austin ’20 is proud to support Seton in her role as co-chair of the Ambassador’s Tour Guide Committee.

“I’m responsible for directing prospective students and their families through our campus and informing them of everything Seton has to offer,” she explained. “Our goal is to provide them with an amazing experience when they visit.”

The A-Team’s hard work is paying off: This year’s crop of freshmen numbered 167, the largest in the school’s history.

“The Admissions Office’s efforts have yielded fantastic student outcomes,” Principal Victor Serna said.

SETON DRAMA DIRECTOR WAS BORN FOR MUSICAL THEATER FINE ARTS SPOT LIGHT

One can say Seton Catholic Prep’s new drama director, Stanci Snow ‘13, was born for a life in musical theater.

Snow experienced her first Broadway show from the womb. Her mother, Socorro, was pregnant with Stanci when she saw “Beauty and the Beast” during a business trip with her husband to The Big Apple. Snow later saw the lavish Disney musical in person as a third-grader.

“That show certainly influenced me,” Snow said, adding, “I think we all have vivid childhood memories attached to musicals, even if you don’t like musicals.”

sets or costumes.

The winter musical, which ran for two weeks in February, required more thought and planning.

“I wanted something with a Biblical background that would resonate with the Seton community, which is why I picked ‘Joseph,’” Snow said. “Besides, it was the first play I ever appeared in.”

The production was a family affair, with several siblings in the cast and Snow’s mother sewing many of the colorful costumes.

52 individuals directed $35,147 of their state tax liability to Catholic Education Arizona (CEA) for direct support of Seton students. CEA matched that amount for a total of $70,294.

“The response was fantastic,” Pogge said. “We thank the Sentinel community for their support.”

Discover other ways to support Seton by visiting setoncatholic.org/ advancement-office.

“Joseph and The Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat,” Snow’s first winter musical for Seton Catholic, left audiences with indelible memories of their own. The production featured a large cast and crew, Egyptian-inspired sets, a children’s chorus, and seasoned performers.

Snow, who graduated from the University of Arizona with a minor in theater and a major in political science, had a small window of opportunity after being hired in August to select the fall play and winter musical.

The fall production was “Don’t Rock the Boat,” a musical comedy about a wacky cruise ship that didn’t require elaborate

Snow has received lots of support from the community, including the Seton Fine Arts Association, Fine Arts Department Director Matthew Frable, and Seton students.

“It’s been great working with all of them, especially the students. Everyone from the usual ‘theater types’ to the athletes and kids in between got involved with the play,” she said.

Mary Ryan, whose twins, James and Luke, appeared in the musical, offers rave reviews for Snow.

Ryan said, “Not enough can be said in support and appreciation of her many efforts. She really infuses joy into the Seton drama experience.”

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The Admissions team hosted a pizza party for St. Peter Indian Mission School students following a performance of “Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat.”
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Stanci Snow (center), her mother Socorro, and cast memberJoey Saltonstall enjoy a moment back stage.

WELCOME BACK, COACH!

PETE WAHLHEIM RETURNS TO HELM SETON FOOTBALL

Pete Wahlheim is returning to Seton Catholic Prep to be head football coach, a position he held from 2001 through 2006. During his tenure at Seton, Wahlheim led the team to 11-win seasons in 2006 and 2003, when the Sentinels were the state runner-up.

Wahlheim most recently was head football coach at Mesa’s Dobson High, and prior to that, coached at Highland High in Gilbert.

“Coach Wahlheim has a history of success,” Seton Catholic Athletics Director Matt Mayo ‘98 said. “In addition to being a great coach, he has demonstrated an outstanding ability to develop his players into men of faith and character.”

Time to get reacquainted with this veteran coach . . .

SS: Why did you decide to come back to Seton?

PW: I chose to return when the job came open primarily for personal reasons. As a man of faith, I wanted to be part of a Christian community with like-minded people at this time in my life. The six years that I spent at Seton were without a doubt some of the best years of my coaching career.

SS: Since your first stint at Seton Catholic, there have been many changes. What changes stand out the most?

PW: The main changes that I see are all the beautiful new buildings! The Fine Arts Building and the Chapel are amazing additions to our campus. The football field and the all-weather track are also new to me.

SS: In what ways have you evolved as a coach since you left Seton Catholic?

PW: I think all coaches grow and change over time. I think my philosophy and view of the game have not changed, but I think my style has changed a bit. I think with age I have mellowed a bit—or at least I hope so.

SS: What is your vision for Seton Football?

PW: To respect the game and our community 24-7. My hope is that our program honors God in all we do and how we do it.

SS: How does coaching at Seton Catholic differ from coaching in public school?

PW: In my opinion, the main difference between Seton and most public schools is the strength of the community. Community support in the process of helping kids grow in the classroom and in athletics is paramount. The Seton community has always been extremely supportive.

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14 THE SENTINEL SHIELD Spring 2019 SPRING 2019 ATHLETIC STATS Our teams had a combined varsity record of 56 wins and 32 losses. Three of the four teams and two individual athletes participated in state tournaments. Congratulations to all our winter athletes! Boys Varsity Basketball Season record: 14-6 (qualified for 4A state playoffs; #6 in state) Girls Varsity Basketball Season record: 25-7 (state runnerup; #2 in state)  4A Desert Sky Regional Champions Wrestling Season record: 5-4 (state qualifiers: Lucas Eviston @106 pounds; Sam Zadel @170 pounds)
Pete Wahlheim met with students shortly after being named Seton Catholic’s head football coach in February.
ATHLETICS

SENTINELS GARNER POST-SEASON HONORS

Seton Catholic Prep’s fall and winter sports seasons ended on a high note for many individual athletes and coaches who received post-season accolades.

Girls Varsity Basketball Coach Karen Self was named 4A Desert Sky “Region Coach of the Year,” having led the Lady Sentinels to their 25th region championship and a second-place finish in the state tournament. Meanwhile, the Positive Coaching Alliance announced that Girls Basketball Assistant Coach Tiffany Tate-Eckes, who passed away in September after a long illness, was a finalist in memoriam for PCA’s Double-Goal Coach Award.

Congratulations to the following Seton Catholic athletes who received post-season honors:

GIRLS BASKETBALL

All-Region First Team - Sasha Daniel, Kendyl Thompson, and Amanda Barcello who was also selected Region Defensive Player of the Year

Sport360AZ All-Academic Girls Basketball Team, 1A-4A - Megan Giacobbi and Kendyl Thompson, first team

BOYS BASKETBALL

All Region First Team - Carsen Mittun

4A Desert Sky Region Offensive Player of the Year - Jackson Lee

GIRLS SOCCER

All-Region First Team and Regional Offensive Player of the Year – Audrey Hutchison

FOOTBALL

4A All Conference First Team - Michael Kenney, punter

ArizonaVarsity.Com - Vince Wallace, Coquarterback of the Year

LETTERS OF INTENT

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Leighton Gagnon, left, and Emily Dutton signed to playvolleyball respectively at Chapman University in Southern California and Chandler Gilbert Community College.
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Colten Christiansen, left, and Matthew Martinez signed to play football with Clarke University in Dubuque, Iowa. Nick Wade, not pictured, also signed with Clarke. Girls Varsity Soccer Season record: 10-3 (ranked #8 in state qualifier) Boys Varsity Soccer Season record: 2-12-2 Spiritline Varsity Pom, District II state champions; Varsity Show Cheer, second place in medium varsity, USA Nationals BenYehle has signed to play golfwith Mesa Community College. Editor’s note: Some athletes may have signed late in the year. Look for their names in the fallissue!

ALUMNI SPOTLIGHT NO TIME FOR BOREDOM FOR WESTON BOARDMAN

Weston Boardman ’16 possesses a formal photo of himself with Vice President Mike Pence at the White House. There is also a photo of Boardman with Pence in a setting that is a little surprising – a Halloween party at the vice president’s official residence.

Given his ambition and abilities, this rising star surely will have many more photo-ops with national leaders, perhaps even world leaders.

Boardman, an economics major at Hillsdale College in southern Michigan, interned last fall with Pence’s speech writing team. He remains humble about the experience, explaining in an e-mail, “I was a speechwriting intern for the Office of the Vice President and not a ‘speechwriter.’ I am nowhere near qualified to pull off the rhetorical works that my bosses constructed.”

Boardman is headed to Quantico, Va., this summer to complete Officer Candidate School for college seniors in preparation for his graduation next spring as a second lieutenant in the U.S. Marine Corps.

“I remain busy, just as Seton trained its students to be,” he said.

Boardman was an outstanding student at Seton, but still found time for other activities, including Sentinel Ambassadors, Eagle Scouts, youth soccer referee, and volleyball. He was well-prepared for the rigors of Hillsdale, a top-rated college that Politico described as having “a strong conservative bent.”

Boardman is active in Hillsdale’s Sigma Chi fraternity and is a George Washington Fellow, which entailed a scholarship and opportunity for research. Boardman is also the intern coordinator for the Convention of States Project, a national effort to impose fiscal restraints on the federal government and term limits on members of Congress and other elected federal officials.

Boardman was also nominated to be Hillsdale’s senior class president next academic year and was awaiting the election results as of press time.

“Hopefully, my classmates will have enough faith in me to elect me as class president,” he said.

If he needs an endorsement, there’s a certain elected official in Washington, D.C. who might be willing to put in a good word for this successful Sentinel.

2005

Jill Urban Hobson welcomed Charlie and Teddy Hobson to the family last fall. The twins are doing well now after spending their first few weeks in a Charlotte, N.C., newborn intensive care unit.

2007

Keegan (Park) DeShotel is an officer with the Scottsdale Police Department’s mounted patrol unit. A graduate of the Police Academy and a certified officer, DeShotel and his partner, Zeus, are especially effective at crowd control. DeShotel was among the alumni who participated in “Pizza with the Pros,” a program that brings Seton grads back to campus to discuss careers with students.

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Charlie and Teddy are a double blessing for the Hobson family.
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Officer Keegan (Park) DeShotel and his fourlegged partner, Zeus.
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Vice President Mike Pence took time from helping to govern the country for a photo with Weston Boardman.

2008

Valerie Echeveste embarked on the adventure of a lifetime after completing a master’s degree last year in public health from Georgetown University. She and a friend bought a van, converted it into a cozy home away from home, complete with solar panels, and explored the country and parts of Canada. They traveled to Colorado, Utah, California, Nevada, Maine, Washington, and Vancouver, visiting national parks, friends, and family along the way.

2010

Nathan DeLaTorre moved to Japan in February to be a performer at Tokyo Disneyland. DeLaTorre is under a one-year contract to appear in the theme park’s shows and parades. The aspiring actor has performed at Walt Disney World Resort in Florida and appeared in commercials and a network television show. DeLaTorre graduated summa cum laude from ASU in 2014 and later moved to Los Angeles to pursue a career in entertainment.

Nathan DeLaTorre is entertaining thousands of visitors at Tokyo Disneyland.

2011

Liz Blaser wed Zach Roth last May and is currently living in Philadelphia while her husband completes a master’s degree at Temple University. Blaser, a graduate of Northern Arizona University, is keeping busy as a volunteer court advocate for foster children in Philadelphia. Prior to relocating, she was a social worker in Flagstaff.

Jake Moore turned his passion for flying into a career as an airline pilot.

2012

Jake Moore earned his commercial pilot’s license and is flying with PSA Airlines, headquartered in Dayton, Ohio. PSA, which is affiliated with American Airlines, makes more than 800 daily flights to Cincinnati, Philadelphia, Washington D.C., and other major cities along the East Coast and South.

2013

Megan McNaughton graduated with a dual major in Russian and global studies from the University of Arizona, where she was active in Alpha Phi Omega (APO). She is currently employed as a chapter consultant for APO, a national service fraternity based in Kansas City. McNaughton has visited multiple colleges and universities throughout the Midwest, including campuses in Missouri, Illinois, Kentucky, Tennessee, Ohio, Indiana, and Iowa. McNaughton said she enjoys her work with the 94-year-old fraternity, which includes almost 475,000 past and current members representing more than 375 campuses.

2013

Becca Blaser has her sights set on the Foreign Service, having graduated cum laude with bachelors’ degrees in history and political science from Northern Arizona University. Blaser has been accepted into master’s programs for diplomacy at American University in Washington, D.C., Johns Hopkins University in Maryland, and Seton Hall University in New Jersey. Seton Hall is especially appealing, not just because of its namesake, but it also has offered her a scholarship and research position.

2014

Robert Culibrk graduated summa cum laude from ASU and is currently attending Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute in Troy, N.Y., where he is pursuing a doctorate in biomedical engineering with an emphasis in neuroscience. Culibrk’s work focuses on the underlying biology of such serious neurological disorders as autism and Alzheimer’s disease, which is ranked as the sixth leading cause of death in the U.S.

2014

Valerie Echeveste saw a big chunk of the USA from her converted van. Megan McNaughton’s position with APO affords her ample travel opportunities.
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Maggie Young is working on a doctorate in occupational therapy at Creighton University in Omaha. LizBlaser’sweddingdaywasextraspecialwithsisters,BeccaandMaryBeth,asbridesmaids.

2014

Elizabeth Hopwood is a 2-D animator with Innovelore Entertainment Inc., which produces animation, film, graphic novels, and web comics out of its Gilbert studio. Hopwood earned a Bachelor of Fine Arts in animation from DePaul University in Chicago. In a company bio, she describes herself as “the art kid” who was inspired by newspaper comics and fantasy novels. While at Seton Catholic, she says, “I made the connection between my love for both art and storytelling with animation. I could do both at the same time. What a mind-blowing concept!”

2015

Samantha Nowak studied at the University of Alicante in Spain last summer and will graduate this spring from Grand Canyon University with a bachelor’s degree in secondary education –English.

2016

Cheyenne Murray took a twoweek trip to Australia before starting the next phase in her life as a lighting and vegetation management intern with SRP.

2016

Seton Catholic’s mission of “loving service to others” apparently had an impact on Varinia Snedeker. She is a member of the Queen of Peace Catholic Church’s youth ministry program. As a core member of the team, Snedeker has helped middleschool students receive their sacraments, accompanied teens on religious retreats, and built houses for families during mission trips to Puerto Peñasco, Mexico

2017

ASU’s Honors College recently highlighted Marcellina Wiertek’s efforts to encourage students to pursue careers in science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM). Wiertek recently returned to Seton Catholic to host a panel on STEM. According to the U.S. Department of Education, only 16 percent of high school students are interested in STEM careers. Dr. David Sorkin, Seton Catholic’s assistant principal, was quoted in the online article as saying Wiertek’s mission dovetails with Seton Catholic’s development of a STEM-based curriculum. Wiertek is majoring in medical biology and wants to pursue a career in medicine. To view the article, visit barretthonors.asu.edu.

2017

Mary Grace Blaser recently recorded an inspiring podcast for Northwest Christian University (NCU) in Eugene, Ore. Speaking in front of a live audience, Blaser discussed the Catholic faith and the vital role it has played in her life. Blaser received academic and athletic scholarships to attend NCU, where she is majoring in business administration. A 10-sport varsity athlete at Seton, she was captain of the NCU women’s volleyball team this season. To listen to Blaser’s podcast, visit nwcu. podbean.com and type “Mary Blaser” in the search bar.

Do you have alumni news to share? We want to hear from you! Please email your information to SetonAlumni@ SetonCatholic.org. Alumni Notes may be edited for length and clarity or held for social media. We welcome photos, but please make sure they are high resolution. We can’t wait to hear from you!

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Elizabeth Hopwood discovered her love for art while at Seton. Samantha Nowak took in the sights while studying abroad last summer. Cheyenne Murray caught the attention of a kangaroo while Down Under. Varinia Snedeker, left, is a role model for Queen of Peace youths in Mesa.
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Marcellina Wiertek began focusing on a STEM career at ASU’s Honors College. Below, Michaela Robles ’07 married Justin Bina last spring. The couple currently resides in Los Angeles.

IN MEMORIAM

The Seton Catholic Prep community extends its deepest sympathy to friends and family members of the deceased. May they rest in peace in the arms of the Lord.

Mary Habetler

Past Seton grandparent

January 2019

Fr. Doug Lorig

Former Seton teacher

February 2019

Dr. Charles Myler

Seton grandparent and past parent April 2019

Charles Raymond Self Seton grandparent December 2018

Kim Silver

Seton Board of Trustees member; past Seton parent December 2018

Tiffany Tate

Seton Girls’ Basketball assistant coach September 2018

MARK YOUR CALENDAR

TUESDAY, MAY 14

Seton Catholic Commencement

7 – 9 p.m.

Mesa Arts Center

TUESDAY, MAY 28 – FRIDAY, AUG. 2

Seton Summer Athletic Camps

Camps offered in 10 sports; grades K-12

Registration and information at setoncatholic. org/athletics

MONDAY, JUNE 10 – FRIDAY, JUNE 21

Seton Theatre Camps

Two sessions; grades 2-12

Registration and information at setoncatholic. org.fine-arts

WEDNESDAY, AUG. 7

Fall Semester Begins

The 2019-20 school year marks Seton Catholic’s 65th anniversary.

Several anniversary events are planned. Stay tuned . . .

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.

FRIDAY, SEPT. 20

Homecoming Weekend

Alumni Tailgate

5:30 – 7:30 p.m.

If you are planning a reunion, email Alumni Manager Maggie (Mitchell) Brown ‘02 at MBrown@setoncatholic.org.

SATURDAY, SEPT. 21

Alumni Mass & Hall of Fame Induction

11 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.

Mass, St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Chapel; Hall of Fame luncheon, Fine Arts Theatre

For more information, email Alumni Manager Maggie (Mitchell) Brown ‘02 at MBrown@ setoncatholic.org.

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We are proud to recognize all donors to Seton Catholic Prep.

Please note that this section reports on gifts received during the 2017-2018 fiscal year (July 1, 2017 - June 30, 2018).

FISCAL YEAR 2017-18 ANNUAL REPORT

THE GREATEST BELIEVERS IN

THE MISSION OF SAINT ELIZABETH ANN SETON

THE GREATEST BELIEVERS

Anonymous

Achen-Gardner Construction, LLC

American Express Charitable Fund

Dr. Lauro Amezcua-Patino and Mrs. Barbara Amezcua

Mr. and Mrs. Louis M. Amorosi

Arizona School Choice Trust

Mr. and Mrs. Mark W. Arndt

Rev. Raymond (Chris) F. Axline

Mr. and Mrs. Michael P. Baker

Bank of America Matching Gifts

Mr. and Mrs. Michael Bauer

Mr. and Mrs. Roland Benigno

Mr. and Mrs. Peter Beyer

Boeing

Mr. and Mrs. Fred G. Borns

Mr. and Mrs. David J. Bresnahan

Mrs. Maureen Buessing

Ms. Michele C. Calebaugh

Campanella Family Foundation

Mr. and Mrs. Brian Campanella

Ms. Denise E. Campanella

Mr. Joseph J. Campanella

Cardinals Charities, Inc.

Catholic Community Foundation

Child and Family Support Services

Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Collins

Mrs. Jeanne Courtney

Mr. and Mrs. Gregory Cravener

Mrs. Lorenza DeMuro†

Mr. and Mrs. Eugene DeMuro

Dickinson Ready Mix

Dignity Health

Diocese of Phoenix

Mr. and Mrs. Paul DiGiovanni

Mr. and Mrs. Dwayne Dobson

Mr. and Mrs. William Dorsey

Mr. and Mrs. David Eckenrode

Mr. and Mrs. Mark D. Eklund

Mr. and Mrs. David A. Engelbert

Mr. Dwayne Falkner†

Mrs. Sally Falkner

Mr. and Mrs. Michael Falzone

Mr. and Mrs. Dino Farfante

Alberta B. Farrington Foundation

Mr. and Mrs. Michael Ferris

Mr. Patrick Foley ‘65 and Mrs. Phyllis Althoff Foley ‘65

Mr. and Mrs. Scott Fraser

Freeport-McMoRan Copper and Gold Foundation

Mr. and Mrs. Louis Giallonardo

Gila River Indian Community

Mr. and Mrs. Roger L. Gleisner

Mr. and Mrs. James Grindey

Mr. Leo Hadad

Mr. and Mrs. William B. Hanger

Mr. and Mrs. Kevin P. Harrigan

Mr. and Mrs. Daniel Harrington

Mr. and Mrs. Steve Hart

Mr. and Mrs. Kevin Harty

Mr. and Mrs. Paul Hausladen

Mr. and Mrs. Mark D. Hemingway

Dr. and Mrs. Karl A. Hendrickson

Fr. Joseph Hennessy

Mr. Robert O. Hicks, Jr. ‘91

Honeywell Hometown Solutions

Honeywell International Charity

Matching

Mrs. Carol Howell

Mr. Thomas G. Howell†

Mr. and Mrs. Robert Hufford

Senator John Huppenthal

Intel Foundation

Intel Matching Gifts to Education Program

Intel Volunteer Grant Program

Mrs. Ann Glose Johnson ‘62

Mr. and Mrs. Todd R. Johnson

Mr. and Mrs. Michael W. Kirby

Mr. Matthew Kochis ‘97 and Mrs. Leah

Kochis

Mr. and Mrs. Jack Koehler

Mr. and Mrs. Mark Koloseike

Mr. and Mrs. Luke Koons

Mr. and Mrs. David A. Krick

Mr. and Mrs. Jody D. LaBenz

Lamar Studios, Inc.

Mr. and Mrs. Joseph O. Lester

Ms. Leah L. Lewis Stone

Mr. and Mrs. Archie Lopez

Mr. and Mrs. Matthew McCarville

Mr. and Mrs. Edward M. McDonough

Mr. and Mrs. Steve J. McGrady

Kemper and Ethel Marley Foundation

Marshall & Ilsley Foundation, Inc.

Mr. and Mrs. Greg Medley

Ms. Ann Merritt

Mesa Hohokam Foundation

Governor Rose Mofford†

Mr. and Mrs. J. Patrick Molloy

Mr. and Mrs. Kevin Murphy

Dr. Charles Myler, Jr.

Myler Family Foundation

North Park Industrial, LLC

Mr. and Mrs. William K. Nowak

Mr. Brian R. O’Donnell

Mr. Gabriel A. Ortiz ‘88 and Mrs. Anna Ortiz

Sharon Blackwell

Paramount Pool and Spa Systems

Mr. and Mrs. Ronald D. Pearson

Ms. Shirley Perri†

Tony and Shirley Perri Family Foundation

Phoenix Suns Charities

Pinnacle Employee Group

Mr. and Mrs. Brad V. Pinter

Virginia G. Piper Charitable Trust

Mr. and Mrs. James M. Probst

Mr. Robert Rakos and Ms. Rita Svetlik

Raskob Foundation for Catholic Activities

Dr. and Mrs. Richard Riley

Mr. and Mrs. Douglas Roy

Mr. and Mrs. Martin Ruggiero

Mr. James A. Ryan ‘68 and Mrs. Laura Ryan

Mr. and Mrs. Robert Sampson

Mr. and Mrs. Ronald S. Sanders

Mr. and Mrs. Praxedis Sandoval

Mr. and Mrs. George E. Sant

Mr. Bruce R. Scott and Mrs. Anita L. Hozeski-Scott

Mrs. Eva Serrano†

Mr. and Mrs. Paul Sieczkowski

Mr. Cortland J. Silver

Mrs. Kimberly L. Silver†

Silverleaf Benefits Company, LLC

Mr. and Mrs. Steven R. Simmerman

Mr. and Mrs. Richard Smith

Mr. and Mrs. Steve Smitham

Steele Foundation, Inc.

Mr. and Mrs. Doug Stewart

Mrs. Anne M. Stocks

Mr. William G. Stocks†

Stoll Masonry, Inc.

St. Mary’s Catholic Church

St. Timothy Catholic Community

Mr. and Mrs. Joel Terrill

Mr. Andy Tighe

Mrs. Billie Tighe†

Mr. Dennis Troggio

Twin-Tel, Inc.

Mr. and Mrs. James Van House

Mr. and Mrs. Lance Venable

Mr. and Mrs. Valeriano Vinaras

Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Wallace

Wells Fargo Foundation Educational Matching Gift Program

Mr. and Mrs. Ken Whisenhunt

Wiegand Foundation

Mr. and Mrs. Gary L. Zeck

Mr. and Mrs. Raymond G. Zylla

The Greatest Believers Program acknowledges donors whose cummulative donations total $7,500 or more since 2000 including gifts through June 30, 2018. Kevin Camberg Lee Kroll Joseph Monks Gina Martinez

2017 - 18 FINANCE COMMITTEE
James (Jim) Doroz, Chair
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FISCAL YEAR 2017-18

DESIGNATED GIFTS

1000 DAY PLAN

Mr. and Mrs. Brian Campanella

Mr. Joseph J. Campanella

Mr. and Mrs. Scott Fraser

Mr. and Mrs. James Grindey

Mr. and Mrs. Timothy Kubasak

Mr. and Mrs. Bradford Peterson

Wells Fargo Foundation Educational Matching Gift Program

ACADEMIC DECATHLON PROGRAM

Mrs. Maureen Buessing

ADMINISTRATIVE SUPPORT

Mr. and Mrs. Ryan D. Ash

Mr. and Mrs. John J. Bastian

Mrs. Maureen Buessing

Mr. and Mrs. Dwayne Dobson

Mr. and Mrs. Paul DiGiovanni

Mr. Sal H. Flores

Mr. and Mrs. Charles P. LaLicata

Mr. and Mrs. Norman R. Mendoza, II

Mr. Gabriel A. Ortiz ’88 and Mrs. Anna Ortiz

Mr. and Mrs. Jason M. Pastore

Mr. and Mrs. James Shank

Spotlight Signs and Imaging

Mr. and Mrs. Joel Terrill

ATHLETIC DEPARTMENT

Mr. and Mrs. Robert A. Adams

Autom

Backyards Patio and Sports Lounge

Mr. Don Bowker

Ms. Anna Cave

Drs. Michael and Gail Belus

Boeing

Bueler Chandler Mortuary

Catholic Gifts and More

Chandler Dental Health

Child and Family Support Services

Mr. Brian and Dr. Donna Christensen

Mr. and Mrs. Roger L. Gleisner

Gordon James Public Relations

Hamada Wealth Management Group

LLC

Mr. and Mrs. Jon Harrison

Ms. Marie Jeanette

Johnson Bank

Mr. Robert Lockman

Mr. and Mrs. Jeffrey H. Lusk

Ms. Stephanie Master

Mesa Hohokam Foundation

Mr. and Mrs. Louisa Miloni

Ms. Loretta Pacheco

POS Professional Office Services

Ms. Kathleen Prieto

Printing Specialists

Providence Development

St. Andrew the Apostle Catholic

Church

Santa Barbara Design Studio

Mr. and Mrs. Clinton Shearer

Ms. Barbara K. Smith

Mr. Jeff Smith

Mr. Robert Rakos and Ms. Rita Svetlik

Ms. Denise Underwood

Mr. Donald White

CAMPUS MINISTRY

Mr. and Mrs. Eugene DeMuro

Mr. and Mrs. Daryl O’Neill

Mr. and Mrs. Victor Serna

COACH MULVEY AWARD

Mrs. Sarah Mulvey Huston ‘76

ENGLISH DEPARTMENT

Tony and Shirley Perri Family Foundation

FINE ARTS DEPARTMENT

Boeing

Mr. and Mrs. Shawn M. Young

MARK BUESSING

MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP

Mrs. Maureen Buessing

NATIONAL HONOR SOCIETY

Boeing

ROBOTICS CLUB

Anonymous

Mrs. Maureen Buessing

Campanella Family Foundation

Intel Matching Gifts to Education Program

TUITION ASSISTANCE

Aisling Foundation of Arizona

Anonymous

Freeport-McMoRan Copper and Gold Foundation

Mr. David E. DeLaCruz ‘12

Note:

This is our annual report for the year ending
Every attempt has been made to provide a complete and accurate list of donors. If your name has been inadvertently omitted, please accept our
apologies and contact the Advancement Office at
or
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FISCAL YEAR 2017-18

FISCAL YEAR 2017-18

THE FUND FOR SETON CATHOLIC

SENTINEL LEADERSHIP SOCIETY

$10,000 and above

Mr. and Mrs. Gregory Cravener

Myler Family Foundation

FATHER PATTERSON CLUB

$5,000 and above

Mr. Joseph J. Campanella

BR. EDMUND IGNATIUS RICE CLUB

$1,000 and above

Anonymous

Mr. and Mrs. Chris Atkinson

Rev. Raymond (Chris) F. Axline

Mr. and Mrs. Michael P. Baker

Mr. and Mrs. Fred G. Borns

Mr. and Mrs. Mark Bellefeuille

Mr. and Mrs. David A. Engelbert

Mr. and Mrs. Louis Giallonardo

Mr. and Mrs. Alan Griffieth

Mrs. Sandy Hamilton

Mr. and Mrs. Steve Hart

Mr. and Mrs. Paul Hausladen

Mr. and Mrs. Larry Henson

Mr. Robert O. Hicks, Jr. ‘91

Mrs. Carol Howell

Mr. and Mrs. Chuck (Harry) Kominski

Mr. and Mrs. Mark Kuras

Mr. Brian R. O’Donnell

Mr. and Mrs. Michael S. Rafford

Mr. James A. Ryan ‘68 and Mrs. Laura Ryan

Mr. and Mrs. Lance Venable

Wells Fargo Foundation Educational Matching Gift Program

Mrs. Virginia Wilson

PRINCIPAL’S CLUB

$500 and above

Anonymous

Dr. Daniel Beauchamp ‘02 and Mrs. Julia Beauchamp

Mr. and Mrs. John Bellin

Mr. and Mrs. Robert L. Bitler

Mr. Fernando Careaga ‘65

Mr. and Mrs. Richard J. Cortabitarte

Ms. Kim Dorney

Ms. Sherrie L. Eckert

Mr. Michael Foss and Mrs. Susan White Foss ‘04

Mr. Paul S. Girvan, Jr. ‘64 and Mrs. Carol Girvan

Mr. and Mrs. James Grindey

Intel Matching Gifts to Education Program

Mr. and Mrs. Michael M. McDonough

Mr. Gabriel A. Ortiz ‘88 and Mrs. Anna Ortiz

Mr. and Mrs. Christopher J. Pattock

Mr. Robert Rakos and Ms. Rita Svetlik

Ms. Laura Ross

Mr. and Mrs. Michael K. Ruchensky

Mr. Bruce R. Scott and Mrs. Anita L. Hozeski-Scott

Mr. and Mrs. Wes Shipley

Toyota 4 Good Matching Gifts Program

Mrs. Ana Usher

Mr. and Mrs. Brant Weber

Mr. and Mrs. Raymond G. Zylla

SENTINEL CLUB

$250 and above

Anonymous

Mr. Charles Austin ‘58 and Mrs. Helen Austin

Bank of America Matching Gifts

Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Barletta

Ms. Jessica Carpenter

Mr. and Mrs. Anthony Cesarano

Mr. and Mrs. Daniel Chavez, III

Mr. and Mrs. Michael Curtin

Mr. Thomas Darby

Mr. Eduardo M. Delci ‘59

Mr. and Mrs. Robert T. Esposito

Mr. and Mrs. Richard Fink

Mr. and Mrs. Francis J. Giacobbi

Mr. and Mrs. Darryl M. Gibson

Honeywell International Charity Matching

Intel Charitable Match Trust

Mr. and Mrs. Michael W. Kirby

Ms. Carol Kroll

Mr. and Mrs. Charles LaLicata

Mr. Brigido R. Miranda, Jr. ‘61

Mr. Gerald Mullin

Mr. Edward Murtha

Mr. and Mrs. Rodney J. Purdom

Mr. and Mrs. Kevin L. Recker

Mr. Brian Rosario and Mrs. Michelle

Sandoval-Rosario

Mr. Gerard Ruhland ‘73 and Mrs. Kimberly Ruhland

Mr. and Mrs. George E. Sant

Col. John F. Thornell ‘64 and Mrs.

Linda Thornell

Mr. and Mrs. Richard W. Zawtocki

FRIENDS CLUB

$100 and above

Mr. and Mrs. Ruben A. Aguilar

Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Anthony

Mr. Fernando Arvizu, Jr. ‘60 and Mrs. Ingeborg A. Arvizu

Mr. and Mrs. Brian Barkyoumb

Ms. Rosamaria H. Bernasconi ‘98

Mr. and Mrs. Brian Campanella

Mr. N. Dennis Clinch ‘77 and Mrs. Margaret Clinch

Mr. and Mrs. Louis J. Cusimano

Mr. and Mrs. Stuart Estes

Ms. Virginia Everett

Mr. Arthur M. Ferrance, Jr.

Mr. Tony Galindo and Mrs. Marisela Ceja-Galindo

Mr. and Mrs. William D. Gaylord

Mr. and Mrs. Gint Grabauskas

Mr. and Mrs. Kevin P. Harrigan

Mr. and Mrs. Daniel Harrington

Mrs. Patricia J. Higinbotham

Ms. Karen Hill

Mrs. Nan Hillebrand

Mr. and Mrs. Jay R. Jensen

Mr. and Mrs. Robert A. Johnson

Mr. Matthew Kochis ‘97 and Mrs. Leah Kochis

Mr. Ryan Kohl and Mrs. Jennifer Pitts Kohl ‘98

Mr. and Mrs. Daniel Kosisky

Ms. Terri Lisi

Mr. and Mrs. Dean Lucente

Mr. and Mrs. John Lucente

Ms. Alberta Marshall

Mr. Carlos R. Martinez ‘76 and Mrs. Irene Martinez

Mr. Matthew T. Mayo ‘98

Mr. Michael Mead

Mrs. Marcia Burdette McNulty ‘62

Ms. Jeanne Nark

Mr. and Mrs. Daryl O’Neill

Mr. and Mrs. Thomas G. Osterday

Mrs. Sabrina Yanez Osterman ‘87

Mrs. Mary Peoples

Dr. and Mrs. Donald J. Sanchez

Mr. and Mrs. Rory Self

Mr. and Mrs. Daniel Shapiro

Mr. and Mrs. Chris Shelton

Mr. Cortland J. Silver

Mrs. Kimberly L. Silver†

Mr. Chris Stickland and Dr. Andrea Stickland

Mr. and Mrs. Tom Tyschper

Vanguard Matching Gift Program

Mr. David Vasquez ‘97

SETON SUPPORTERS

Mr. and Mrs. Joshua Allen

Mr. Timothy J. Anthony ‘05

Mr. Paul Bachner

Mr. and Mrs. Charles Bender

Mr. and Mrs. Kenneth Carpenter

Mr. and Mrs. James Couch

Mr. David E. DeLaCruz ‘12

Mr. and Mrs. Al Dosch

Mr. and Mrs. Gary Erran

Mr. and Mrs. Gary Flaherty

Mr. and Mrs. Matthew A. Frable

Ms. Helen Gandara

Ms. Angie Gillette

Ms. Christine Goodman

Mrs. Elizabeth Griffith

Mr. and Mrs. Chris Gump

Mr. and Mrs. Roger Hernandez

Mr. and Mrs. John Horky

Ms. Norma Iwan

Mr. and Mrs. Steve Kaiser

Mr. and Mrs. Timothy Kubasak

Mr. and Mrs. David J. Kossler

Mr. and Mrs. Dennis Knaggs

Mr. and Mrs. Joseph J. Kretkowski

Mr. and Mrs. Leon L. Krzmarzick

Ms. Mary Ann Kwilosz

Mr. Jared Lepore and Mrs. Carly Sandell Lepore ‘01

Mr. Patrick Linnen

Ms. Felicia Lynch

Mr. and Mrs. Frank Manella

Mr. and Mrs. Jerry Martin

Ms. Victoria E. Medina

Mr. and Mrs. Michael T. Murphy

Mr. and Mrs. John T. Nowak

Mr. Louis Olivas ‘94 and Mrs. Erminia Bernasconi Olivas ‘94

Mr. and Mrs. Louis Olivieri

Mr. Gilbert E. Palomino and Mrs. Mary Martinez Palomino ‘66

Mr. and Mrs. Gary L. Pinter

Dr. and Mrs. Richard Riley

Mr. and Mrs. Herman Serignese

Mr. and Mrs. Ernie Serrano, Jr.

Ms. Jacque Silvas

Mr. Frank Sodano

Ms. Beth Tippett

Ms. Melissa Tole

Mr. and Mrs. Joe Valdez

Mr. and Mrs. Tony Vanderah

ANNUAL
REPORT
22 THE SENTINEL SHIELD Spring 2019

FISCAL YEAR 2017-18

THE FUND FOR SETON CATHOLIC

MONTHLY GIVING PROGRAM

Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Anthony

Mr. Charles Austin ’58 and Mrs. Helen Austin

Rev. Raymond (Chris) F. Axline

Mr. and Mrs. Brian Barkyoumb

Dr. Daniel Beauchamp ‘02 and Mrs. Julia Beauchamp

Ms. Rosamaria H. Bernasconi ‘98

Mr. and Mrs. Robert L. Bitler

Mr. and Mrs. Brian Campanella

Mr. N. Dennis Clinch ‘77 and Mrs. Margaret Clinch

FISCAL YEAR 2017-18

Mr. Thomas Darby

Mr. and Mrs. Matthew A. Frable

Mrs. Elizabeth Griffith

Mr. and Mrs. James Grindey

Mrs. Lindley Henson

Ms. Karen Hill

Mrs. Nan Hillebrand

Mr. Matthew Kochis ‘97 and Mrs. Leah Kochis

Mr. Ryan Kohl and Mrs. Jennifer Pitts Kohl ‘98

Mr. and Mrs. Timothy Kubasak

Mr. Matthew T. Mayo ‘98

SUSTAINING SETON SOCIETY

MONTHLY GIVING PROGRAM

Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Anthony

Mr. Charles Austin ’58 and Mrs. Helen Austin

Rev. Raymond (Chris) F. Axline

Mr. and Mrs. Brian Barkyoumb

Dr. Daniel Beauchamp ‘02 and Mrs. Julia Beauchamp

Ms. Rosamaria H. Bernasconi ‘98

Mr. and Mrs. Robert L. Bitler

Mr. and Mrs. Brian Campanella

Mr. Michael Mead

Mr. and Mrs. Daryl O’Neill

Mr. and Mrs. Thomas G. Osterday

Mr. and Mrs. Christopher Pattock

Mr. Brian Rosario and Mrs. Michelle Sandoval-Rosario

Dr. and Mrs. Donald J. Sanchez

Mr. and Mrs. Rory Self

Ms. Melissa Tole

Mr. N. Dennis Clinch ‘77 and Mrs. Margaret Clinch

Mr. Thomas Darby

Mr. and Mrs. Matthew A. Frable

Mrs. Elizabeth Griffith

Mr. and Mrs. James Grindey

Mrs. Lindley Henson

Ms. Karen Hill

Mrs. Nan Hillebrand

Mr. Matthew Kochis ‘97 and Mrs. Leah Kochis

Mr. Ryan Kohl and Mrs. Jennifer Pitts Kohl ‘98

Mr. and Mrs. Timothy Kubasak

Mr. Matthew T. Mayo ‘98

Mr. Michael Mead

Mr. and Mrs. Daryl O’Neill

Mr. and Mrs. Thomas G. Osterday

Mr. and Mrs. Christopher Pattock

Mr. Brian Rosario and Mrs. Michelle Sandoval-Rosario

Dr. and Mrs. Donald J. Sanchez

Mr. and Mrs. Rory Self

Ms. Melissa Tole

FISCAL YEAR 2017-18

MOTHER SETON LEGACY SOCIETY

HAVE REMEMBERED SETON CATHOLIC PREP IN THEIR ESTATE PLANS

Mr. N. Dennis Clinch ‘77 and Mrs. Margaret Clinch

Mr. and Mrs. James Heath

Mrs. Ann Glose Johnson ‘62

Mrs. Sherrie L. Kahler

Msgr. Jeremiah McCarthy ‘64

FISCAL YEAR 2017-18 ANNUAL REPORT 23 THE SENTINEL SHIELD Spring 2019

FISCAL YEAR 2017-18

FISCAL YEAR 2017-18 HONOR AND MEMORY GIFTS

IN HONOR

In Honor of Alexander Bellin ‘19

Mr. and Mrs. John Bellin

In Honor of Jerica Logue Campbell ‘08 and Mickala Logue Gumby ‘06

Mr. and Mrs. Louis Miloni

In Honor of Patricia Collins

Mr. and Mrs. Eugene DeMuro

Mr. Michael Foss and Mrs. Susan White Foss ‘04

Mr. and Mrs. Daryl O’Neill

In Honor of Noah Companik ‘18

Mr. Robert Rakos and Ms. Rita Svetlik

In Honor of Karen David ‘18

Mr. and Mrs. Al Dosch

In Honor of Maddy Flaherty ‘22

Mr. and Mrs. Gary Flaherty

In Honor of Antonio Galindo ‘19

Mr. Tony Galindo and Mrs. Marisela Ceja-Galindo

Vanguard Matching Gift Program

In Honor of Ericca Gass ’18 and Felicia Gass ‘17

Ms. Felicia Lynch

In Honor of David Giacobbi ’21 and Megan Giacobbi ‘19

Mr. and Mrs. Francis J. Giacobbi

In Honor of Rocco Gump ‘21

Mr. and Mrs. Chris Gump

In Honor of Rocco Gump ’21 and Michael Lisi IV ‘22

Ms. Terri Lisi

In Honor of Leila Hamilton ‘19

Mrs. Sandra Hamilton

In Honor of Cole Hanson ‘18

Mr. Robert Rakos and Ms. Rita Svetlik

In Honor of The Robert Hicks, Jr. Family

Mr. Robert O. Hicks, Jr. ‘91

In Honor of Alexander Karam ’08 and James Karam ‘20

Ms. Mary Ann Kwilosz

In Honor of Kyle Kosisky ‘21

Mr. and Mrs. Daniel Kosisky

In Honor of Patrick Kossler ‘19

Mr. and Mrs. David J. Kossler

In Honor of Gabby Kretkowski ‘20

Mr. Frank Sodano

In Honor of Kaleb ’13, Kelsey ’09 and Kendall Krick ‘18

Mr. and Mrs. Joe Valdez

In Honor of Marlee Kroll ‘20

Ms. Carol Kroll

In Honor of Christina Kuras ’21 and Jessica Kuras ‘19

Mr. and Mrs. Mark C. Kuras

In Honor of Tatum Linnen ‘21

Mr. Patrick Linnen

In Honor of Noel Lucente ‘21

Mr. and Mrs. Dean Lucente

In Honor of Talia Nark ‘21

Ms. Jeanne Nark

In Honor of Gianna Pierson ‘21

Mr. and Mrs. Herman Serignese

In Honor of Kelsey Pinter ‘18

Mr. and Mrs. Gary L. Pinter

In Honor of Makayla (Kali) Recker ‘19

Mr. and Mrs. Kevin L. Recker

In Honor of David Richard

Mr. Robert O. Hicks, Jr. ‘91

In Honor of Deanna Rusnock ‘18

Mr. Paul Bachner

In Honor of SCP Faculty and Staff

Ms. Christine Goodman

Mr. Chris Stickland and Dr. Andrea Stickland

In Honor of the Sisters of Charity of Seton Hill

Mr. N. Dennis Clinch ‘77 and Mrs. Margaret Clinch

In Honor of Audrey Solomon ‘21

Mr. and Mrs. Rodney J. Purdom

In Honor of Kathleen Seddon ‘20

Mr. and Mrs. Tom Tyschper

In Honor of SCP Swim and Dive Parents

Ms. Denise Underwood

IN MEMORY

In Memory of Erin Bellefeuille ‘02

Mr. and Mrs. Mark Bellefeuille

In Memory of Kathy Campanella

Mr. Joseph J. Campanella

Mr. and Mrs. Gregory Cravener

In Memory of Raynaldo Careaga ‘60

Mr. Fernando Careaga ‘65

In Memory of Michelle Habra Fink

Mr. and Mrs. Richard Fink

In Memory of Joe Kahler

Mr. and Mrs. Robert A. Adams

Mr. Don Bowker

Ms. Anna Cave

Ms. Marie Jeanette

Mr. and Mrs. Jeffrey H. Lusk

Ms. Stephanie Master

Ms. Kathleen Prieto

Mr. Jeff Smith

Ms. Barbara K. Smith

Mr. Donald White

In Memory of Joe V. Martinez

Mr. Gilbert E. Palomino and Mrs. Mary Martinez Palomino ‘66

In Memory of Bridget Mullin

Mr. and Mrs. Jerry Martin

Ms. Beth Tippett

In Memory of Alma Ortiz

Mr. Gabriel A. Ortiz ‘88 and Mrs. Anna Ortiz

SENIOR TRIBUTES

In Honor of Paula Aguilar ‘18

Mr. and Mrs. Ruben A. Aguilar

In Honor of Adam Bender ‘18

Mr. and Mrs. Charles Bender

In Honor of Kayla Charles ‘18

Ms. Victoria E. Medina

In Honor of Scott Charlie Curtin ‘18

Mr. and Mrs. Michael P. Curtin

In Honor of Alicia Echeveste ‘18

Mr. and Mrs. Craig Echeveste

In Honor of Mateo Estes ‘18

Mr. and Mrs. Stuart Estes

In Honor of Cynthia Krzmarzick ‘18

Mr. and Mrs. Leon L. Krzmarzick

In Honor of Danielle Manella ‘18

Mr. and Mrs. Frank Manella

In Honor of Robert Mead ‘18

Mr. Michael Mead

In Honor of Sean Rodriguez ‘18

Ms. Kim Dorney

In Honor of Jared Sant ‘18

Mr. and Mrs. George Sant

In Honor of Myles Shelton ‘18

Mr. and Mrs. Chris Shelton

In Honor of Dillon Shipley ‘18

Mr. and Mrs. Wes Shipley

In Honor of Michael Venable ‘18

Mr. and Mrs. Lance Venable

ANNUAL REPORT
24 THE SENTINEL SHIELD Spring 2019

FISCAL YEAR 2017-18

GIFTS IN KIND

GIFTS IN KIND

Mr. and Mrs. Eamon Ahearne

Annual Report Format Salutation Text

Arizona Service & Installation

Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Barletta

Dr. and Mrs. Derek A. Braun

Cardinals Charities, Inc.

Chandler Fire, Health and Medical Department

Chandler Police Department

Chase’s Diner

Mr. and Mrs. Alfred Daily

Disneyland Resort Community Relations

Mr. and Mrs. David A. Engelbert

Firehouse Subs

Mr. and Mrs. Mark Fugger

Hamada Wealth Management Group LLC

Mr. Jerrold Henry

JW Marriott Desert Ridge Resort & Spa

Mr. and Mrs. Dennis Knaggs

Dr. Elizabeth Krings

Ms. Terri Lisi

Marty’s Trophies

Marx Productions, Inc.

Mission Linen

Mr. Edward Murtha

On the Go Casino, Inc.

Mrs. Kathleen J. Polowski

Mr. and Mrs. Bill Sladek

Southwest Airlines

Mr. Jim Spitler

Spotlight Signs and Imaging

Starbucks Coffee Company

Mr. and Mrs. Joel Terrill

Texas Roadhouse

FISCAL YEAR 2017-18

CATHOLIC COMMUNITY

FOUNDATION ENDOWMENTS

JOSEPH KAHLER MEMORIAL ENDOWMENT

Honeywell International Charity Matching

SETON CATHOLIC PREP GENERAL ENDOWMENT

Mr. and Mrs. David Engelbert

Mr. and Mrs. Scott Fraser

Mrs. Ann Glose Johnson ‘62

Mr. Elmer L. Mayberry

Mr. Christopher Scull and Dr. Chelsi Scull

ANNUAL REPORT
FISCAL YEAR 2017-18
25 THE SENTINEL SHIELD Spring 2019
FISCAL YEAR 2017-18 ANNUAL REPORT FISCAL YEAR 2017-18 FINANCIALS 26 THE SENTINEL SHIELD Spring 2019 REVENUES Tuition & Fees 54.1% Development 1.2% Scholarships 23.0% Other Revenue 5.5% Scrip 10.8% Food Services 1.3% Athletics 4.1% Total Revenue $9,112,677 100.0% Campaign Revenue $16,295 $4,931,689 $109,809 $2,093,080 $497,835 $984,220 $119,751 $376,293 Tuition & Fees 54% Development 1% Scholarships 23% Other Revenue 6% Scrip 11% Food Services 1% Athletics 4% Sources of REVENUE 2017- 18
FISCAL YEAR 2017-18 ANNUAL REPORT FISCAL YEAR 2017-18 FINANCIALS 27 THE SENTINEL SHIELD Spring 2019 EXPENDITURES Student Instruction 37.5% Athletics 9.6% Administration 14.7% Development & Campaign 2.6% Other Expense 1.3% Interest & Amort Expenses 3.0% Scrip 10.4% Maintenance & Plant Operations 10.0% Depreciation (non cash) 9.6% Food Services 1.4% Total Expenses $9,502,371 100.0% Increase (Decrease) in Net Assets $(373,399) Capital Expenditures $219,653 $3,559,858 $913,713 $1,399,544 $244,003 $122,150 $281,623 $984,220 $952,656 $907,909 $136,694 Student Instruction 37% Athletics 10% Administration 15% Development & Campaign 3% Other Expense 1% Interest & Amort Expense 3% Scrip 10% Maintenance & Plant Operations 10% Depreciation (non cash) 10% Food Services 1% EXPENDITURES 2017- 18

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