Winter 2014 Vianney Black and Gold magazine

The Official Magazine of St. John Vianney High School The Official Magazine of St. John Vianney High School

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St. John Vianney High School is dedicated to forming young men for spiritual, academic and personal excellence in the Catholic, Marianist tradition.

The Official Magazine of St. John Vianney High School

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Inside Horatio Alger Scholar: Nikita Thompson.....................................4 Vianney Senior earns prestigious national scholarship award

SERVICE: Toys for Tots, Blood Drive, Going Pink.......................5 Vianney students and staff step up for Blood Drive, Toys campaign and more

STATE CHAMPION: Nick Alexander...........................................7 Sophomore swimmer caps fantastic season with state title

ALUMNI NEWS & NOTES

Jason Sengheiser, Outstanding Young Attorney Award..............13 Vianney alumni doing great things in the world, like attorney Jason Sengheiser The Black and Gold Magazine is a product of St. John Vianney High School, 1311 South Kirkwood Road, in Kirkwood, Mo. To submit items for the Black and Gold, contact the editor, Rob Staggenborg, Director of Communications, at rstaggenborg@vianney.com or call (314) 965-4853 ext. 270.

President Mike Loyet ’77 Principal Dr. Tim Dilg Assistant Principal – Academics Dennis Matreci Assistant Principal – Student Development Scott Brown ’84 Director of Athletics Terry Cochran Director of Finance and Facilities Wendell DePhillips ’71

FACULTY PROFILE

LORD RHAME: Mr. Paul Rhame...........................................14-15 Paul Rhame goes down Memory Lane after announcing retirement

COVER STORY

TALON TECH: Vianney’s Technology Approach..................16-17 Vianney Technology Plan sets course for the future

ALUMNI PROFILE

DAVE LANGE ’71: Soccer Made in St. Louis.........................22-23 Dave Lange wrote the book on soccer in St. Louis

Director of Campus Ministry Rev. Tim Kenney, S.M. Director of Advancement Peter Cerone ’93 Director of Admissions Tom Mulvihill ’04 Director of Constituent Relations Molly Walsh Director of Events Mark Schuermann ’03 Editor, Black and Gold Director of Communications Rob Staggenborg

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School News

Vianney Senior Earns Prestigious Horatio Alger Association Scholarship Senior Nikita Thompson received a scholarship awarded by the prestigious Horatio Alger Association of Distinguished Americans.

Thompson is one of only 2 high school seniors from Missouri to earn this prestigious award, of which only a handful of American seniors will earn each year. There were only 105 scholarships awarded nationwide.

Thompson, of St. Louis, receives an allexpense paid trip to Washington, D.C. to be part of the Association’s annual threeday event. Here, the scholars will have the opportunity to meet and learn from other Horatio Alger members - all of whom are elite business, civic and philanthropic leaders.

Like the scholars, Horatio Alger members had to overcome significant adversity.

“This is a great honor for Nikita and for Vianney,” said Vianney’s Principal Dr. Tim Dilg. “The Horatio Alger Association honors students who overcome significant odds to maintain good grades and are involved in their schools. Nikita Thompson is a very involved student at Vianney and one others admire for his dedication, hard work and loyalty to Vianney and our Marianist misison.

He is very deserving of this award.”

Nikita came to America from Russia when he was just 8 years old and had limited grasp of the English language. In a special interview on the school’s YouTube Channel (youtube. com/VianneySTL), Thompson recalled how his early struggles as an orphan in Russia served as motivation later in life.

He loves Vianney and has made the most of his time here. He’s been part of Vianney’s national champion chess team, a member of

Vianney senior Nikita Thompson has earned a scholarship worth $21,000 from the Horatio Alger Association. the school’s chapter of the Future Business Leaders of America, and even served as a kicker/punter for the football team his first two years.

“I’ve tried to get involved with as much as I can here at Vianney,” he said.

The Horatio Alger Association of Distinguished Americans is dedicated to the simple but powerful belief that hard work, honesty and determination can conquer all obstacles. As such, the Association honors the achievements of outstanding individuals in our society who have succeeded in spite of adversity and who are committed to supporting young people in pursuit of increased opportunities through higher education.

Two Seniors Earn National Merit Finalist Status Congratulations to Vianney seniors Anthony Schrader and Jack Lyons.

Both were notified as this edition went to print that they’ve earned designation as National Merit Finalists.

The National Merit® Scholarship Program is an academic competition for recognition and scholarships that began in 1955. High school students enter the National Merit Program by taking the Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test — a test which serves as an initial screen of approximately 1.5 million entrants each year.

The Horatio Alger Association of Distinguished Americans honors the achievements of outstanding individuals in our society who have succeeded in spite of adversity.

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VIANNEY: At Your Service

Vianney students participate in a host of service opportunities each year.

These include events like the annual canned food drive around Thanksgiving, collecting cash for the Toys for Tots Campaign around Christmas, the annual Advent Blood Drive, Special Olympics, athletic team service projects, and the annual Paint It Pink basketball game and wrestling meet.

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The entire school

The annual Toys for Tots campaign at

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Vianney was a huge success as students, staff and teachers

basketball team’s annual Paint It Pink game against CBC at Vianney on Jan. 24.

raised more than

T-shirt sales and other

$7,000 for area children.

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donations helped raise nearly $4,500 for breast

Father Tim Kenney, S.M. (at right) and his Blood

cancer awareness.

Apostles organized the Advent Blood Drive with Mercy Health Systems in December.

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NEWS BRIEFS

Dr. Dilg Published in National Catholic Education Association’s Momentum magazine Vianney’s Principal, Dr. Tim Dilg, wrote an article about the power of social media in schools that was published by a National Catholic association’s magazine.

The article, entitled “Communicating the Things That Matter Through Social Media, was in the November/ December edition of Momentum.

“Social media gives us an unharnessed avenue to increase our audience and amplify the volume on the mission and works of our schools.

Barriers that may have existed in the past are no longer obstacles for the media-driven leaders of Catholic schools,” Dr. Dilg wrote.

The article can be accessed in the News and Events section at Vianney.com.

Vianney Artists Display Work at South County Mall for Archdiocesan Art Show Congratulations to 15 Vianney art students whose artwork was displayed in South County Mall from February 2nd, through February 8th.

The art students were: Mike Albes, Andy Barnes, Kyle Bennett, Pat Berger, Ben Dombrowski, Joe Galen, Drew Hayden, Mat Jones, Jack Kemper, Joe Kilper, Devon Krassinger, Clayton Roth, Marc Scheipeter, James Sly and Austin Tapella.

Their works were part of the Archdiocesan Art Exhibit of Grade School and High School work.

Data Shows Fall Sports Student-Athletes Carried High Grade Point Averages Senior Nick Wojciechowski Earns Coveted Evans Scholarship to attend Mizzou Nick Wojciechowski, a senior, recently learned he was the recipient of a 2014 Evans Scholarship to attend the University of Missouri.

The Chick Evans Scholarship is one of the most sought scholarships in the state. The scholarship is for those who caddie at golf courses and clubs and have gone through a rigorous review process. More than 750 students applied for the scholarship.

The Chick Evans Caddie Scholarship is a full tuition and housing college scholarship for golf caddies. Evans Scholars are selected based on their strong caddie record, excellent grades, outstanding character and demonstrated financial need. In addition to these criteria, Evans Scholars are a group of people connected by their sense of pride, determination and community.

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SCHOLAR-ATHLETES: This fall 232 students represented Vianney in the Fall sports: football, soccer, swimming/diving, and cross country. The cumulative GPA for all Fall sports teams were 3.27.

Cross Country led the way with a GPA of 3.512, followed by the Swimming and Diving program with a GPA of 3.505.

Vianney Soccer Alum Mike Gallo ’77 Elected to St. Louis Soccer Hall of Fame Congratulations to Vianney soccer dad and 1977 grad Mike Gallo, who was inducted into the St. Louis Soccer Hall of Fame in October.

Gallo played in the old Major Indoor Soccer League and on four NAIA national championship teams at Quincy College, where he was an All-American in 1980.

Mike is the father of Vianney student Jack Gallo, Class of 2015.

Also being honored at the banquet was current Vianney student Mark Segbers who was named one of the “Future Stars” by the St. Louis Hall.

SAVE THE DATES!

Class of 2014 Graduation Ceremony

Saturday, May 17th, 2014

Lt. Dan Riordan Memorial Golf Tournament

Clay Pfeiffer Memorial Golf Tournament

Friday, May 30th, 2014 at Riverside Golf Club

Alumni Association Golf Tournament

Saturday, August 23rd, 2014 at Tapawingo

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August 2nd, 2014 at Pevely Farms

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Nick Alexander Wins State Title Congratulations to Vianney’s Missouri State Champion swimmer, sophomore Nick Alexander. Nick captured the Missouri State swimming title in the 100 meter backstroke.

He finished in second place in the 200 meter Individual Medley event.

In the preliminaries, Nick broke two school records in two events. He swam the 100 Backstroke in 51.17 and the 200 IM in 1:52.74. Nick’s backstroke time now stands as the 7th best all-time in the State meet. His 200 IM time is the best for a 15- yearold nationally this year.

The Griffin swimmers had a solid showing at the MCC Championships with three event champions - a first for Vianney Swimming.

Sam Trenter, a junior, was the conference champion in diving while Nick was the conference champion in the 200 IM, setting a new school and conference record time.

Nick also took second place in the 100 butterfly with a new school record time.

Finally, the 200 Free Relay team of Garrett Lipic, Jeff Sandweg, Ben Dombrowski and Alexander were Vianney’s first-ever conference relay champions.

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Griffins RB Markel Smith Named Player of Year By Post-Dispatch

Congratulations to Vianney Senior running back Markel Smith who was honored by the St. Louis Post-Dispatch as its Offensive Player of the Year for 2013.

Smith, listed at 5’10, 215 lbs., was also the Metro Catholic Conference (MCC) Player of the Year as well.

Now a two-time first-team All-Metro selection, Smith rushed 341 times for 2,416 yards, averaging 7.1 yards per carry, and 33 touchdowns, according to the Post-Dispatch.

He added nine receptions for 188 yards and two more TD receptions.

His 2,604 total yards were the most in the area this season. Smith finished his four-year varsity career with 7,345 yards rushing and 90 total TDs. Smith’s career rushing total is second all-time in the area. Smith recently signed a National Letter of Intent to attend the University of Iowa.

In his senior season alone, Smith, a team captain, ran for 2,416 yards and 35 rushing TDs. He set the state record for most yards from scrimmage in a single game with 541 yards he gained in a 48-41 win over Washington High School.

Vianney Soccer’s Adam Michel Named to All-State team Congratulations to Vianney senior midfielder Adam Michel, who was named to the Missouri Boys’ All-State Soccer team’s First Team. He also earned honors for making the All-Midwest team.

Michel’s brother, sophomore Sean Michel, earned Second Team All-State honors.

On the All MCC Conference team were: Eric Biras (1st Team, All-MCC); Adam Michel (1st Team, All-MCC); Sean Michel (1st Team, All-MCC); Pat Dolan (2nd team); Jory Knernschield (2nd Team); Ryan Behnen (3rd Team), Brandon Love (3rd Team), and Hayden Sparrow (3rd Team).

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FOR VIANNEY’S GRIFFIN THEATRE

ALL THE WORLD’S A STAGE The student actors, technicians and other show personnel associated with Griffin Theatre are giving major “props” to The Bard, William Shakespeare.

According to Mr. Al Book, Vianney’s Theater Director, schools across the nation are paying homage to Shakespeare, who is celebrating his 450th birthday this year.

Vianney chose to recreate the famous Shakespearean stage at The Globe Playhouse.

And while not a complete replica, the stage features a large, colorful overhang supported by pillars. There is a terrace level and the stage was built to extend farther than the original stage, which makes for more room and better view lines.

“The research began last April with myself and three professional designers,” Book said. “We got 12 students involved in August. The project was completed the first of November. The ceiling plate alone took 40 hours and 12 people just to raise into position.”

Images taken at performance of Much Ado About Nothing.

This past fall, the cast and crew produced the first of three Shakespeare shows, Much Ado About Nothing.

As this issue was being produced, the cast and crew put on a rendition of the Compleat Works of Willm Shkspr in February. A third show, set for April 10-13, is Kiss Me, Kate.

“The Globe Playhouse stage presented a unique learning experience for all of us involved in the project,” Book said. “As a director, it presented the opportunity to stage Shakespeare’s works in an authentic environment.

“This allows the cast to further appreciate the flow of Shakespeare’s ‘dramaturgy.’ ” Book added that the stage, while magnificent, does present some modern-day challenges as Griffin Theatre works to produce shows.

“The stage presents the challenge of presenting a 20th century American musical (Kiss Me, Kate) on a 16th century playhouse stage. We have sort of reversed the usual process,” he said.

You can check out a short video slideshow showing the stages of construction at the VianneySTL YouTube channel.

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Feature: MARIANIST MOMENTS

The Impact of the Life of

Blessed Father William Chaminade

The Society of Mary was founded in France in 1817 by Blessed William Joseph

These charisms guide all Marianist ministries

Chaminade.

and programs: People of faith

Blessed William Joseph Chaminade, in collaboration with Venerable Adèle de Batz

As spiritual individuals, Marianists carry out

de Trenquelléon and Venerable Marie

God’s will in their service to others.

Thérèse Charlotte de Lamourous, founded Followers of Mary

the Marianist Family.

The Marianist Family includes: The Society

Marianists view Mary as the model of

of Mary - Marianist brothers and priests;

discipleship. Just as Mary gave birth to Jesus,

The Daughters of Mary Immaculate -

Marianists seek to bring the presence of Jesus

Marianist sisters; and Lay Marianists – men

to life within themselves and others.

and women who embrace the Marianist People of Community

charism.

Marianists believe that living, praying and

In the aftermath of the French Revolution, Father Chaminade, a diocesan priest from

supporting one another in community

Bordeaux, France, and Marie Thérèse

enriches their faith and strengthens their

gathered a group of men and women to form

ability to meet world challenges – especially

a community of Christian outreach and support. They thought the community would attract others to follow Christ and would revive the religious spirit in France. This initial group became known as The Sodality of Bordeaux — the forerunner of today’s Lay Marianist Communities. Today, at Vianney, portraits of Father Chaminade, and Marie Thérèse hang in the Marianist Lobby.

Father Chaminade had always sought inspiration in Mary and had prayed to her at Our Lady of the Pillar sanctuary during his exile in Zaragoza, Spain. He believed Mary embodied the Gospel values and was the model of Christian discipleship.

Father Chaminade and his co-founders placed the new ministry under Mary’s patronage and protection. Members of the sodality shared a sense of equality, 10

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compassion and social justice, as well as a concern for individual spiritual growth.

Within four years, approximately 400 sodalists were building lay communities and living the concept of “faith in action.”

More than 300 Marianist brothers and

problems associated with poverty and ignorance.

Discipleship of equals Brothers and priests share equal status within the Society of Mary.

priests comprise the Province of the United States. They serve in communities and ministries from Honolulu to Puerto Rico and in Eastern Africa, India, Ireland and Mexico.

In the U.S., Marianists sponsor the University of Dayton in Ohio, St. Mary’s University in San Antonio, Chaminade University of Honolulu, 18 high schools, seven parishes and four retreat centers.

The order is distinguished by certain charisms, or gifts given by God for the benefit of the Christian community.

Leaders in mission The Marianist mission is to bring Christ to the world and to work for the coming of His kingdom.

EARLY ROOTS Adèle de Batz de Trenquelléon, with the guidance of Father Chaminade, established the Daughters of Mary Immaculate in 1816.

The following year, Father Chaminade created the Society of Mary.

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Marianist brothers and priests settled in Cincinnati, Ohio, in 1849 and formed the

Marianist Awards 2014

Province of America.

By 1961, the Province of America had been divided into four: the Province of Cincinnati, the Province of St. Louis, the Province of the Pacific and the New York Province. These provinces combined to form the Province of the United States on July 1, 2002. The Province headquarters is in St. Louis.

The Marianist Sisters were established in the United States in Somerset, Texas, in 1949, and today are located in Dayton, Ohio, and San Antonio.

Education has always been an important part of the Marianist mission.

education:

Students, Teachers, Staff Honored with Marianist Awards

• Educate for Formation in Faith

Students and faculty were recognized at the annual Marianist Awards

Marianist educators strive to educate in the five characteristics of Marianist

• Provide an Integral, Quality Education

assembly for their accomplishments, dedication, attitude and above all, how

• Educate in Family Spirit

they live the Characteristics of a Marianist Education.

• Education for Service, Justice, Peace and the Integrity of Creation • Educate for Adaptation and Change

QUOTABLE: “Religion is not taught; it is communicated.

Religion is instilled more deeply in the spirits and hearts of the students through the atmosphere that permeates the school than through teaching.”

Blessed William Joseph Chaminade, founder of the Marianist Family

Each student and faculty member was honored for making a distinct impression on the Vianney community as a whole, said Dr. Tim Dilg, Principal.

“Each award winner has made a tremendous impact on the day-to-day mission of Vianney,” Dr. Dilg said. “It is not only a proud day for them and their families, but for Vianney as well.”

Aside from the Marianist Awards, many other honors were awarded at the assembly. One such honor was the Order of the Griffin. This is the second highest Marianist Award a student can receive, and the highest award a freshman can receive. Also recognized were members of the Vianney faculty and staff who reached milestone anniversaries for their service to the school.

Mr. Steve Travis was honored for his 45 years of service as a teacher, most which were spent at Vianney, and Mr. Charlie Walsh was honored as well for his 35 years of service.

2014 Marianist Award Winners SENIORS: Connor Borisenko, Sean Meyer, Tanner Cochran, Tommy Schulte, Jimmy Broyles (not pictured), Drew Hackett, Nick Wojciechowski.

JUNIORS: Nick Gargiula, Nolan Snyder, Jeff Boelter, Andrew LaMartina, Mike Babb.

SOPHOMORE: Logan Strebler.

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Alumni News

The late Brother Mel Meyer, S.M.

A self-portrait of the artist.

Vianney, Marianists Mourn the Passing of Br. Mel Meyer, S.M. The St. John Vianney High School and the Marianist family mourn the passing late last year of Brother Mel Meyer, S.M. Brother Mel made his mark in and out of the classroom. As a gifted sculptor and artist, his work has appeared all over the world, in hospitals, schools, colleges and even in private collections. Some of his projects sold for six figures, according to a story in the St. Louis Business Journal.

Brother Mel, a nationally recognized artist, died Oct. 12, 2013, of complications of heart disease. He was 85 and had been a Marianist for 65 years. He was a member of the St. John Vianney High School Hall of Fame.

Brother Mel created an estimated 10,000 works of art in his lifetime.

His faith and joy were expressed in metal sculpture, watercolors, frescoes, stained glass and acrylic on canvas paintings.

Among his works in the St. Louis region include the Korean War

Memorial in Forest Park, sculptures on the St. Louis University campus, several pieces in the Laumeier Sculpture Park, and the three giant chairs that greet visitors to the Kirkwood Farmer’s Market. Many of his works are on Vianney’s campus and at the Marianist Art Gallery on the school’s campus.

As a talented young artist, he was selected to work with “Yoki” Aebischer in Fribourg, Switzerland and Jacques le Chaveillier in Paris, France during 1958. In 1960, he earned his Masters degree at the University of Notre Dame, studying under internationally renowned artists Ivan Mestrovic and Jean Charlot.

In the decades since, his Catholicism and his devotion to Marianist charism continued to feed the artist’s creative spirit.

The Marianist Gallery is located on the Vianney campus and features many of Brother Mel’s works. It is open Monday through Saturday from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Dan Chinnici ’92 Chosen for Induction into UMSL Hall of Fame Vianney alum DAN CHINNICI ’92 has been selected for induction into the University of Missouri - St. Louis 2014 Sports Hall of Fame.

Chinnici starred in baseball at Vianney and went on to UMSL where he became a star too. A four-year offensive power for the UMSL baseball program from 1993-97, Chinnici still remains the career leader in several categories.

He is a two-time first team all-conference and all-region honoree. He earned Second Team All-American honors as a sophomore.

During the five years Chinnici was on the UMSL roster, the program was 156-65 and made two World Series appearances.

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the 1993 season before being redshirted. As a sophomore in 1995, he earned First Team All-MIAA, First Team All-Central Region and Second Team All-American honors after batting .383 and recording 62 hits, 41 RBIs and 51 runs.

He also drew a school-record 50 walks. As a junior in 1996, Chinnici earned Honorable Mention All-MIAA honors, while helping his team to a 37-9 record. He was named Most

Outstanding Player of the NCAA Central Regional, hitting .778 in the regional to help UMSL to the World Series. Chinnici batted .375 on the season, recording 57 hits, 38 RBIs and 53 runs.

Dan is the father of the late Clayton Pfeiffer, a 2011 Vianney grad who followed in his father’s footsteps, playing baseball for Vianney and in college. Clay played for Missouri Baptist University. He died suddenly in a tragic car accident. His memory lives on with the Vianney baseball team, which dedicated its season last year to Clay. There is a scholarship fund and a golf tournament organized by Chinnici in Clay’s honor.

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Steve Kelly ’74 started a new business, Seniors Helping Hands. He works with seniors who want to stay in their homes as long as they can. Steve handles everything from changing light bulbs to kitchen, bathroom renovations and other renovations.

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Will Lange ’07 recently joined the Indiana State women’s soccer team as an assistant coach. Lange joins the program after serving as a volunteer assistant with the Sycamores in 2013 where he assisted with goalkeepers and two years as a graduate assistant with Rose-Hulman men’s soccer.

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BAR ASSOCIATION NAMES ALUM JASON SENGHEISER ’95 AMERICA’S BEST YOUNG LAWYER Congratulations to Vianney alum Jason Sengheiser ’95 who was recently awarded the American Bar Association’s 2013 National Outstanding Young Lawyer. The American Bar Association YLD National Outstanding Young Lawyer Award is presented annually to recognize a young lawyer who exhibits professional excellence, service to the profession and the bar, service to the community, and/or a reputation for the advancement of legal ethics and professional responsibility.

Sengheiser is a law clerk for the Honorable Robert G. Dowd, Jr. at the Missouri Court of Appeals for the Eastern District. He is also an adjunct

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Michael Flatley ’08 (pictured above) graduated from the St. Louis City Police Academy on January 9th 2014. He is currently stationed on city patrol in the 5th District.

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John Howe ’10 was selected to the 2013 Capital One Academic All-America Division I men’s soccer teams. John is a senior at the University of Dayton. Howe recorded a 3.85 GPA while majoring in entrepreneurship. He was named to the Atlantic 10 All-Academic team and Academic All-District this season as well.

faculty member at Fontbonne University, where he teaches Introduction to Law and American Constitutional Development. His story was told on NewsChannel 5 (pictured above).

Sengheiser is actively involved in numerous organizations, including the ABA, the Missouri Bar, the Bar Association of Metropolitan St. Louis, the Young Friends of Legal Services of Eastern Missouri, Amnesty International USA, St. Louis B-Works, the Saint Louis University Prison Program, and the Meramec Sharks Youth Hockey Club.

Sengheiser received B.A. degrees in Environmental Science and German Studies from Saint Louis University in 2000. Jason also received his J.D. from Saint Louis University in 2003. In addition, Sengheiser received his degree in International and Comparative Law from Columbia University in 2006.

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Faculty Profile

Lord Rhame

Paul Rhame Closing Out Illustrious Career at Vianney as Teacher, Coach

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code was much more liberal and the aul Rhame will close out his expectations for college were a bit illustrious career as a teacher different. In private schools, I never dealt and coach at St. John Vianney with a lot of social issues that I saw during High School when this school my time in the public schools.” year ends. Add to his list of Rhame was born to a Nazarene minister titles Vianney alumni-dad of three, and one who, with his wife, was well-known can easily tell it will be a tough farewell for for building churches and/or getting Lord Rhame. struggling churches back on their feet.

“It’s a strange feeling knowing that I won’t “For that reason, our family made be teaching any more, and when August several moves as I grew up.” (Miami, FL; rolls around, I won’t have to get ready for Syracuse, NY; Memphis, TN; Jasper, AL; school,” he said. “That, in itself, will be a big Tyler, TX; and Sikeston, MO – all before adjustment.” he graduated from high school).

Rhame came to Vianney in 1986 after Rhame has a list of people he’d like to teaching stints in Salem, MO and Grandview thank - people who meant so much to him High School near Hillsboro, MO. He during his career. He singles out Furrer. attended Southern Nazarene University, but “I will always be in debt to Larry Furrer after a year and a half, he decided to join for taking a chance and hiring me,” Rhame the Air Force, where he became a security said. “I doubt that he’s ever forgiven policeman, working security and law himself!” enforcement. He was honorably discharged When Rhame first came to Vianney in from the military in 1972 and returned to 1986, football and basketball coaching Southeast Missouri State University where he Paul Rhame says he’s retiring from Vianney at the end of this school year. He’s been a positions were filled so Paul volunteered to received his degree in secondary education teacher and coach here for almost 30 years. become the coach of the diving and tennis and his masters as a reading specialist. teams. He maintained his relationship with While at SEMO he met his wife, Jana, with the football staff and within two years, he was brought in to coach whom he has been married for 40 years. They have three sons (all football.

Vianney grads) - Brad Rhame ’95, Brian Rhame ’96, and Tim Rhame It would be as a football coach and part of Vianney’s coaching ’99. stable that gave Rhame some of his most memorable moments.

When Paul first showed up at Vianney, after being hired by former Those moments came as the result of knowing memorable - if not principal Larry Furrer, he noticed big differences in the way private remarkable - people. school students were taught versus how public schools operated.

Many of those people deserve a spot on his list of gratitude.

“Coming from public schools to Vianney was a whole different They are former football coaches, assistants and others who made atmosphere,” he said. “For instance, in public schools, the dress

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“I will always be in debt to (former principal) Larry Furrer for taking a chance and hiring me. I doubt that he’s ever forgiven himself!”

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Rhame’s job as a football coach a fun experience.

“Don Heeb is a great man who is strong in character and was the worst butcher of names (probably on purpose),” Rhame said. “He had a strong work ethic and is fondly remembered by anyone with whom he worked or coached. Of course, he would fire me two to four times a week if anything went awry. Thankfully, he always rehired me right away. I have really fond memories of our time together.”

Jim Farrell, another coaching colleague and friend of Rhame’s, will “long be remembered for his quiet demeanor but solid coaching style,” Rhame recalled. “If he ever raised his voice, all around him definitely took notice and made corrections. He’s a good friend and has always had Paul Rhame (center) with sons Brian Rhame ’96, Tim Rhame ’99 and Brad Rhame ’95. positive things to say to me.”

Others on his thank you list include Jerry Stevison, another longtime teacher and coach at Vianney.

When retirement finally hits, Rhame will have a loving, supportive Stevison “has the most insanely family to fall back on. He will be able to spend quality time with complicated mind that retains everything he’s ever read or seen. He grandkids, Ethan, Caleb, Adalyn, and Sydney. His son Brad and his has always been a wealth of knowledge for me.” wife, Anne, live in Puyallup, Washington, and Rhame plans regular On fellow coach Kurt Clodius: “He simply loved football and visits. always worked hard for his students and players.”

He will miss Vianney for sure.

Mike Loyet ’77, Vianney’s president, coached with Rhame for “I think what I will miss the most is the wholesome environment many years. Rhame recalled how the two of them managed to corral and bonding with the faculty members,” he said. “I’ve also met 50+ players a day each day during the season. “We did, however, many friends through teaching their sons, and these are friendships have some interesting scouting gigs,” Rhame said.

I cherish to this day.”

Another Vianney “legend” he says who was a huge influence on But for a man who spent most of his adult life as a teacher, it was him was basketball coach Jerry Boeckman - “a patient man who Rhame who found himself being the student learning at the hands spent a lot of time teaching me his system. He believed so much in of others, his players and only wanted the best for them.”

“I appreciate all the coaches, faculty, and staff and all that I’ve Rhame also spoke of Charlie Walsh, longtime friend as well been able to learn from them over the years,” he said. “To all of my as teaching and coaching colleague. “Charlie has provided a former students, I hope they were able to get past my rapidity of lot of support for me and has been a great co-moderator of the speech and view me as being fair with their best interests at heart.”

Letterman’s Club. He does, however, have issues with ecology and song writing.”

On the academic side of things, he said he leaned on Charlie Eisele for help and advice.

“I spent a lot of time picking Charlie Eisele’s brain. We would often skull about English and what would be effective ways of getting the subject matter across to the students.”

HONOR MR. RHAME: If you would like to make a donation to Vianney in honor of Mr. Paul Rhame, send it to Pete Cerone ’93, Director of Advancement. You can call Pete at (314) 965-4853 ext.

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Talon TECHNOLOGY Vianney charts the course for the future with comprehensive approach to technology in and out of the classroom.

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echnology at Vianney is a many-splendored thing. Today, it’s being used inside and outside the classroom in creative and meaningful ways. And while other schools prefer to take the 1:1 road - where students schlep identical devices everywhere they go - the beauty of Vianney’s program is that one size doesn’t fit all.

But to say Vianney’s early efforts at integrating technology were baby steps would be an understatement. There was a level of frustration with slow Internet speeds, quirky devices and an outdated technology infrastructure. Creating an environment rich with 21st century learning opportunities has taken determined effort on the part of administration, faculty, and staff.

Internet access to all students and faculty, enabling students to take control of their own learning styles by using the digital tools in their backpacks and pockets to engage the content in their classrooms.

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The Plan

With the infrastructure now in place, the committee turned its focus to the question of student access to devices. After speaking with representatives from a number of area schools, some of whom had adopted a 1:1 program, some Bring Your Own Device (BYOD), The Investment and some a more traditional lab-based scenario, the committee decided upon a unique plan that would support our own BYOD In late August, 2011, Dr. Tim Dilg and school President Mike program and allow our academic departments to select devices Loyet assembled a team of parents, alumni, students, faculty, based on the needs of their curricula. This plan, dubbed the “Talon administration and staff to assess the status of Vianney’s technology Technology Deployment Plan,” focused on high-quality professional situation and begin to craft a vision for the future. Through the development first and device selection second. tireless work of the members of this committee, important changes The development began with a whole-school transition to the webbegan to take shape. Dedicated funds were set aside to begin the based e-mail and office suite solution Google Apps. Students began work and ensure that it would continue each year. The campus was writing and revising papers entirely online, enjoying a faster peerwired for quick, reliable access to the Internet with a connection and teacher-review process through the powerful features of Google almost sixty-five times as fast as before.

Drive. From there, teachers embarked on a Important classroom space was reclaimed self-paced introduction to multiple connective and from projector stands and a uniform display collaborative web technologies through a program “Ultimately, our goal system inaugurated with the installation of called Vianney 2.0. is for our students to 60” LED TVs across Vianney classrooms.

Armed with an abundance of tools, teachers be lifelong learners The number of portable devices available to then learned a framework for evaluating the uses who are well-prepared students doubled with the purchase of two of technology in the classroom and selecting the to contribute to an mobile carts full of Google Chromebooks ones that produce the best learning experiences ever-changing global and a sizeable donation of Dell laptops. Most for students. Now in the final stage of the society.” importantly, Vianney provided free wireless development, teachers are participating in an Dr. Tim Dilg, Principal

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GRIFFIN TECH ACADEMY: Vianney has developed a summer technology camp for grade school students. This camp is in its second year and has proved to be a successful way to engage future Griffins.

TECHNOLOGY IN THE CLASSROOM: With the “Bring Your Own Device” approach, students have access to iPhones, iPads, Chromebooks or other devices they bring in. Vianney lets the needs of the specific course dictate what device is most appropriate.

LIVE EVENT STREAM: Vianney’s Live Event stream and the streaming of live athletic contests has allowed Vianney to connect with alumni and friends all over the world.

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in-depth training on a comprehensive learning management system video broadcasts. More and more followers also tune in to Griffin Radio called Schoology, a tool that will allow them to direct and support student (through BlogTalk Radio). learning online. This same tool will facilitate Vianney’s first fully-online “Sports aren’t the only events streamed live. Parents, alumni, and course later this summer - a course in Military History taught by Mr. friends can tune in to the live stream events of our Masses, honors Brandon Lewis. convocations, and other special ceremonies like Graduation,” As this development cycle comes to a close, departments have Staggenborg said. begun conversations about what devices will best serve the needs of Missed one of our events? Visit our archive at youtube.com/ their subject areas. English VianneySTL teachers are leaning toward Chromebooks, science teachers The Future Microsoft Surface tablets, and PE teachers a heart-rate Vianney’s technology future monitoring system connected looks very bright. New to teacher iPads. A beauty of opportunities for students in this plan is that it gives students areas of technology continue to greater access to an array of grow, and Vianney’s trajectory digital learning experiences as with advances in technology is well as exposure to multiple on track for success. Just the last operating systems. two years have seen a number of Like to see some of the work of new clubs start up, including the our teachers? Visit Vianney 2.0 Vianney’s Charlie Walsh (at right) joins Owen Shroyer and Prepcasts.com cameraat bitly.com/vianneylearning or check man Joe Hartmann on a Vianney basketball broadcast on The Vianney Network. Robotics Club, the Technology Club, the Media Club, and a new digital out classroom examples at bitly.com/ literary magazine. talontech A new technology internship course was added to our already strong The Message offerings in the practical arts. Conversations with educators from around the region have validated the Talon Technology Deployment In the area of school communications, Vianney has seen significant Plan as a sound and innovative direction for educational technology gains thanks to expanded use of technology, specifically social media. and we have been approached by others to learn more about “what’s Social media sites like Facebook and Twitter, among many others, happening at Vianney.” have been crucial in Vianney’s efforts to establish effective two-way “I believe that after four years of learning at St. John Vianney High communication, Dilg said.

School our students will be more prepared to meet the challenges of the “Vianney’s families love hearing good news centered around students’ 21st Century,” said Dr. Dilg. “They will leave here having been exposed academic and athletic achievements via social media,” said Rob to multiple technology platforms, programs, and devices. They will be Staggenborg, Director of Communications. “Parents and students, and multi-dimensional in their technology use so that no matter what college even alumni, have come to appreciate the efficiency of receiving school or career field they choose, they will be prepared.” news like school cancellations, photo day reminders, and Spirit Week “Vianney graduates will have exposure to current educational trends updates through our various school Twitter accounts.” and learning platforms. As technology adapts and changes over the In addition to social media, streaming media brings the Vianney family years, our students will have the confidence and skills to adapt, adjust right into your home. Many in Vianney’s alumni base have enjoyed and grow with it. Ultimately, our goal is for them to be lifelong learners listening to Griffin Sports on The Vianney Network, powered by our who are well-prepared to contribute to an ever-changing global society.” partners at Prepcasts.com. This year alone, Vianney will broadcast more than 30 sporting events over the web - predominantly via live streaming - Contributors: Drew McAllister, Dr. Tim Dilg, Rob Staggenborg NOTE: If you would like to support or invest in our technology program by making a gift, contact Pete Cerone, Director of Advancement, at (314) 965-4853 ext. 118.

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The entire history of the Vianney soccer program can be summed up in the work of these three men - the only men ever to coach the Griffin varsity soccer teams since the school was founded in 1960. They are, from left, original coach Bob Hoffmann, longtime coach Mike Villa, and current coach Dave Gauvain.

Vianney Fetes Mike Villa with Tribute Event in Honor of His Service Longtime soccer coach Mike Villa was honored in November with a tribute in honor of his years of service to Vianney and to high school soccer.

Villa graduated from Vianney in 1964. He starred in baseball, basketball and soccer for the Griffins, which helped him earn a scholarship to play soccer at Quincy University.

including the Vianney Hall of Fame in 2000, and the Missouri State High School Coaches Association’s Hall of Fame, among others. For many years, Villa could be found at Busch Stadium tossing pregame batting practice for the St. Louis Cardinals.

Coach Villa was joined at the event by his wife, Peggy, his brother-in-law and sister Ed and Kathy Crowley, and his brothers,

Following his college career, he served in the U.S. Army, then returned to Vianney as teacher and coach. At Vianney, he posted

Greg Villa and Jim Villa.

Players from every era of Villa’s career - including his time

a record of 463-113-73 over a 25-year span. He led the Griffins to

at Triad - made the trip to Tapawingo, where the event was

20-win seasons in 12 of those 25 years. His teams reached the state

held. Jim Jackson ’84, a former Vianney player for Villa and an

soccer semifinals 10 times, winning 7 state titles, the first of which

assistant under him at Triad, was among many former players

in 1978. From 1991-1993, His Vianney teams went undefeated

in attendance. Current Vianney Coach Dave Gauvain was in

over the course of 64 games. That 1992 team was ranked No. 1 in

attendance, as was Bob Hoffmann, Vianney’s first soccer coach.

the nation by USA Today. He’s helped countless number of players go on to play soccer in college.

Vianney President Mike Loyet ’77 presented Villa with a ball signed by all in attendance. Coach Villa thanked his wife and

Following his time at Vianney, Villa went on to coach at Triad

family for their support and offered words of gratitude to the

High School for 16 years. His overall record coaching boys and

former players, coaches and Vianney teaching colleagues who

girls entering the spring season was 934-298-135.

came out to support the event.

Coach Villa has been inducted into seven Halls of Fame, You can watch a special tribute show of the Mike Villa event on The Vianney Network at Prepcast.com. To find it, go to vianney.com, then click on the News & Events tab.

Click to the November 22nd entry for the Mike Villa show.

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This Fall, Vianney’s Pro-Life Club installed 700 wooden crosses to bring attention to the number of abortions performed in America each day.

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LIFE

From activities like a Pro-Life Mass, to building a display of 700 crosses on a hillside, to marching with other teens in Washington, D.C., Vianney students and staff show they proudly stand for life.

By Fr. Tim Kenney, SM | Campus Ministry Close to 50 students from St. John Vianney High School were blessed by our student body this past January as they went on a pilgrimage of faith to Washington, D.C. to stand up for life as gospel people.

Our students were able to endure the bitter cold and be among an estimated crowd of 500,000 people as they witnessed their desire to be this new Generation for Life. They participated in extended periods of prayer and worship; they listened to many different speakers; they attended a rally for life at the National Mall; they encountered other young people who spoke about being adopted; and they marched with so many others carrying signs and singing slogans and spiritual hymns that support a fostering of a culture of life.

At times it was overwhelming for some of our students to see so many people generously giving of their time, talent, and treasure for the most vulnerable in our society. Because of their participation in this pilgrimage, our students have returned with a deeper spirit of hope and a desire to not give up or become discouraged by those who foster a “culture of death”. Because of their participation in this pilgrimage and the tremendous witness of so many other young people who were there with them, they are returning with a desire to emulate Jesus’ mercy and compassion and the deep belief that every human being bears the imprint of God and to reject human life is to reject God. 20

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Snow and cold temperatures awaited Vianney’s Pro-Life crew when they arrived in Washington, D.C., in January.

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Vianney’s Pro-Life Club was awarded a Bishop McNicholas Award for its Pro-Life efforts.

Vianney’s Pro-Life Club earns Bishop McNicholas Award

The group of about 50 students who went to Washington, D.C. for the National Right to Life march.

In late October, Vianney students placed crosses on the hillside near the main school entrace.

Congratulations to Vianney’s Pro Life Club, which was recently honored with the Bishop McNicholas Award (pictured above).

The Bishop Joseph A. McNicholas Award is awarded annually to a Catholic High School or Parish Youth Group exemplifying a consistent ethic of respect for all human life through educational, spiritual, pastoral and public policy efforts.

Vianney’s Pro Life Club promotes a deeper awareness of Pro-Life through meetings, events, and opportunities for prayer. The club stands with our Catholic Church in our desire to witness to the importance of life and we will do what we can to eradicate abortion in St. Louis.

In carrying out its mission statement, the club has made a commitment to meet monthly on campus. At each meeting there is time for prayer; some time for reflection/education; and some time for action. Rev. Tim Kenney, Campus Minister, is the moderator of the group.

Bishop McNicholas was a priest and auxiliary bishop in the Archdiocese of St. Louis who exemplified the consistent ethic of respect for human life, which is part of our Catholic heritage.

It was with the blessing of then Auxiliary Bishop McNicholas and Cardinal John J. Carberry that the Archdiocesan Pro-Life Committee, now the Respect Life Apostolate, was created. It was the first of its kind in the nation and served as a model for dioceses across the country.

This award was established in 1983 to recognize the high school whose Respect Life programs and activities best reflect the ideals of Bishop McNicholas’ dedication to life and the mission of the Respect Life Apostolate.

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Alumni Profile

SOCCER MADE IN ST. LOUIS, AUTHOR MADE AT VIANNEY Dave Lange ’71 - the author of the popular book, Soccer Made in St. Louis - took a job as a prep reporter while at Vianney and has never looked back. The upcoming World Cup has sparked international interest in his book and his take on one of the greatest games ever played.

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ave Lange ’71 remembers it well.

Legendary Vianney Coach and Athletic Director Don Heeb needed to send a student-reporter to the West County Journal to provide sports reporting for the high school season.

Back then, Lange recalled, the West County Journal spent a lot of time, and ink, covering high school sports. And, as a senior, the job description fit him well.

He took the job and covered games, wrote stories cutting his teeth in journalism.

His love for journalism and reporting fueled his dream of writing professionally. In the Fall of 1971, he attended Meramec Community College right out of Vianney. After Meramec, Lange served in the Missouri Army National Guard.

After that, he looked at colleges like Mizzou, long revered for its J-School. But, in 1973, Lange got an offer from SIU-Edwardsville soccer coach and athletic director Bob Guelker to work in sports information for SIU-E. It was a great scholarship.

“Bob Guelker gave me a soccer scholarship to work in the sports information department,” Lange said. “It was great experience. SIU-E’s journalism school was well respected. The experience helped me land at the Globe-Democrat as a reporter when I graduated.”

The Globe-Democrat has produced some of the finest writers in the city. But new ownership and organizational missteps put the paper in peril. It eventually would close. Lange stepped away from the Globe to go into corporate public relations with McDonnell-Douglas. But by 1986, with new ownership at the Globe, and a job as a writer emerged there, he went back to writing for

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the paper. But again, The Globe was felled by economic factors, and Lange ended up back in corporate PR for General Dynamics by 1992.

He left there to join Anheuser-Busch in that company’s corporate PR group. He stayed there until 2008, when A-B was sold to another company. Since retiring from Anheuser-Busch in December 2008, he’s been doing freelance writing and PR work for a number of places. These include: Enterprise Holdings Inc., Savvis, the Vandiver Group, St. Louis ScottGallagher Soccer Club, World Class Coaching magazine (for soccer coaches) and a national soccer news website called Soccer Newsday.

He is also the father of a proud Vianney graduate, Will Lange ’07, who was a soccer player at Vianney.

Soccer is Lange’s passion.

When a local publisher lined up a group of writers to develop a historical book about how the game has grown in the St. Louis area, Lange jumped at the chance to work on a section.

When he completed his portion, the publisher invited Lange to complete the book. The others writers had fallen off the assignment. The byline was Lange’s.

It took two years to finish the book, and when it was completed, the St. Louis soccer community finally had a book that covered it all - the early days of the game in St. Louis, the huge club scene, the big rivalry games, the history of the pro game here and everything St. Louis soccer. The book has been so successful that the publisher - Reedy Press - is nearly sold out of the original printing of the book. Lange has had discussions with Reedy about a second printing. No decision has been made on that yet.

WINTER 2014 The research for the book was tedious, but Lange uncovered some gems.

“Being from here, there was so much I learned about local history,” he said. “You think you know a lot about your town, until you start doing research for a book like this.”

Lange, who lives with his wife Janet in Lake St. Louis, uncovered written accounts of soccer games being played in St. Louis as far back as 1875.

“That’s pretty amazing - especially when you consider the English Football Association did not establish official rules until 1864. So, 11 years after the rules of the game were established in England, we have evidence of games being played right there in St. Louis.”

Recently, a film crew doing work for the Brazilian World Cup made a stop in St. Louis to talk to a group of people including Lange, his dear friend “Mr. Soccer” Bill McDermott, Ty Keough, and Frank Borghi, the young goalie from The Hill who helped lead the U.S. to a shocking World Cup win over England in 1950.

“To this day, that U.S.England game remains probably the biggest upset in World Cup history,” Lange said. “The U.S. used part-time players while the English team was widely expected to win the World Cup in 1950. Around the world, this was quick a shocker.”

In addition to Soccer Made in St. Louis, his other book is Practice Makes Perfect, in conjunction with Denny Vaninger. A third book, as yet untitled, is the history of Community School in Ladue for its 100th anniversary in 2014. The book is about to go to print and will be privately sold.

Lange is an adjunct professor at Webster University in the School of Communications. He teaches graduate courses in crisis communications management, organizational communications, public relations, and strategic communications. He’s also coached in the Busch Soccer Club system, and holds certifications from the U.S. Soccer Federation and the KNVB (Royal Netherlands Soccer Federation).

Currently, Lange is working with a group of like-minded individuals such as McDermott who are trying to bring Major League Soccer to St. Louis.

“We are actively seeking investors willing to undertake initial funding. The total project would be in excess of $200 million. MLS requires a soccer-specific stadium seating at least 20,000, which can be built for about $100 million (although Kansas City spent $200 million). The most recently awarded MLS expansion team, New York FC, was awarded to Manchester City (with the Yankees as a minor partner) for $100 million.”

As for his Vianney days, he is fond of the friendships he’s forged. To this day, the Class of 1971 remains active and gets together each year around Christmas.

“The Class of 1971 was a class with a strong sense of fellowship and we remain tight to this day,” he said,

“You think you know a lot about your town, until you start doing research for a book like this.”

NOTE: There is a website for Lange’s book with current local and national soccer news at soccermadinstlouis.com. Lange provides frequent links to local, national and international soccer news on Twitter at the handle @soccermadeinstl

Sunday, June 1, 2014 The 2014 Hall of Fame Induction ceremony will be held on Sunday, June 1, 2014.

Nominations have been submitted, and the selection committee will meet in March 2014 to determine theis year’s Hall of Fame inductees.

QUESTIONS? Contact Mark Schuermann, Vianney’s Director of Events, at (314) 965-4853 ext. 144 or send him an e-mail at mschuermann@ vianney.com.

Cure`of Ars Community undergoing changes The Provincial Council of the Society Mary announced the Cure of Ars community of professed Marianist will move their place of residence from Vianney’s campus to a home in the Kirkwood community this summer.

The change was necessitated by the declining number of Marianist living in the deteriorating facility, a three-story, 25,000 square foot building. Maintaining the residence became difficult, and the move to a smaller, warmer home was warranted.

The Marianist who currently live in the residence will continue to live together in the Kirkwood community. The Marianist will continue to serve the St. John Vianney High School community as teachers and staff members, according to Br. Ed Brink, the Director of Education for the Province.

“The reality is that there are too few professed Marianist to maintain such a large physical residence,” Br. Ed said.

There have been no decisions made with regards to the future use of the residence building, said Vianney President Mike Loyet ’77.

“We are thankful for the work of all the professed Marianist - past and present - who have made significant contributions to the St. John Vianney Community. Vianney is thankful that the Marianist will maintain a presence here and into the future,” Loyet said.

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Vianney Ambassador Tanner Cochran, a senior, talks to Open House visitors about the Vianney Hall of Fame wall in the Commons. The Open House drew visitors from across St. Louis, St. Louis County, St. Charles, and Jefferson County. The event was held in November 2013. The Vianney Hall of Fame Award ceremony will be held this year on June 1, 2014. Read more about the Hall of Fame inside on page 23.