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SPRING/SUMMER 2014 THE MAGAZINE OF ST. PIUS X HIGH SCHOOL L A N C E R “As each one has received a gift, use it to serve one another as good stewards of God’s varied grace” (1 Peter 4:10)
SPRING/SUMMER 2014L E G E N DTHE MAGAZINE OF ST. PIUS X HIGH SCHOOL
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“As each one has received a gift, use it to serve one another as good stewards of God’s varied grace”
(1 Peter 4:10)
It’s all about being a good steward.
Over the past couple of years we have heard many Catholics talk about stewardship. What does stewardship mean exactly? If you go onto the website for the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops you will see the following quote, “As each one has received a gift, use it to serve one another as good stewards of God’s varied grace” (1 Peter 4:10).
Some say Catholic stewardship is one of the most misunderstood concepts in our Church today. Many assume that it means “fund-raising” or “write us another check please”. Stewardship is a way of life. It is finding ways to give back for what you have been given. It is a way of thanking God for all of His blessings by returning a portion of the time, talent, and treasure we have been given.
While our schools and churches rely heavily on the financing of our stakeholders, there is more to the big picture of this all. Our schools and the Church need more than money. In order for us to continue to grow, we need people who share their talents, give of their time, and/or financially donate to the schools or Church. “You have been told, O man, what is good, and what the Lord requires of you: Only to do the right and to love goodness, and to walk humbly with your God” – Micah 6:8.
Mr. Rob Roth, St. Pius X class of 1971 (featured on the front cover) is a perfect example of stewardship. He has given of his treasure by sending his children to St. Pius X and contributing/attending our special events. He has given his time by supporting his children at their activities and once again, attending our special events. Things are different now. He has introduced me to a new form of stewardship. You see, he is recently retired and was looking for something to do a day or two a week. Mr. Roth now volunteers on Tuesdays, and sometimes more than that, to help Mr. Kausler with maintenance. You may see him outside mowing the lawn, helping with the upkeep of the landscaping or he may be inside helping Mr. Kausler out with whatever is on his list of jobs to get done.
Mr. Roth took on the challenge to be a steward. I challenge you all to take some time to reflect on your lives. Look at your gifts and talents and ask yourself, “How am I being a good steward?” Schools and churches are always looking for help in everything they do. No matter what phase of life you are in, there are always opportunities to be a good steward. Stewardship is in all of our hearts, we just have to answer the calling.
Thank you to Mr. Rob Roth, his wife Mary, and children Jeremy’97, Kate’01, and Emily’05 for all they have done for St. Pius X High School.
If you would like to volunteer your time to St. Pius X High School, please do not hesitate to contact me at 636-931-PIUS. God will bless you for your generosity a thousand fold.
Mrs. Karen DeCosty~Class of 1993
From the President
AdministrationKaren DeCosty ’93, PresidentFather Edward Nemeth, Vice President Faith FormationKevin Halley ’98, Dean of Activities and FacilitiesAnna Krussel, Dean of Curriculum and Instruction
FacultyDan Bokern, TheologyRebecca Bickel, EnglishBeth Bradford, MathematicsBarb Charboneau ’65, Assistant Athletic Director Kristen Chibitty, MathematicsGreg Ferguson, Learning ConsultantJoleen Finazzo, World LanguagesMary Kate Galvan, World LanguagesSteve Kainz, EnglishRichard McCreary, Fine ArtsCathy Needham, Fine ArtsCassie Peterein ’98, BusinessAaron Portell ’94, Science Karen Propst ’81, Media SpecialistSteve Smith, Social SciencesStephanie Robert, ScienceChristine Schoemehl, TheologyMichelle Steeg, CounselorScott Taylor, EnglishKaylee Unterbrink, ScienceMelissa Wencker, Social SciencesGary Werkmeister, MathematicsJulie Werkmeister, TheologyAndrew Wilson, WellnessRick Wood, Social SciencesJerry Woods, WellnessMarty Zielonko, Guidance
StaffErin Bergman, Office ManagerFather Donald Dalton, FinanceBill Faver, MaintenanceKim Hahn, Tuition SpecialistBob Kausler, MaintenancePaula Napier, AdvancementJanice Surdyke ’89, AdvancementMarie Utt ’82, Advancement
Advisory BoardScott Held, PresidentBen Ervin ’94, SecretaryDarin BaslerBob Boyer ’82
Kevin BergmanMike MinickyRuth Richardson ’73
Joe RichmeyerRick Vest ’76
Sandy Vest ’78
Karen StudyvinPaul Wieland ’81
Fr. Anthony Gerber
St. Pius X High School Class of 2014
The 2014 commencement address was given by Jefferson County Prosecuting Attorney and St. Pius X High School Class of 1986 graduate Forrest Wegge.
Pictured above left to right: President Karen DeCosty’93, President Emeritus Fr. Donald Dalton, Jefferson County Prosecuting Attorney Forrest Wegge‘86, Vice President Fr. Edward Nemeth
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St. Pius X High School Celebrates our 2014
Jennifer Harman Surdyke '88 Jedidiah Surdyke '14, Matt Surdyke '88
Cindy Surdyke '82 Marisa Surdyke '14
Alvin Riney '74, Alvin Riney, Jr. '95 Deiondre Riney '14
Denise Fortney Jones '73 Timothy Jones '14
Tim Kraus '92 Keith Dennis '14
Rhonda Gass Kassen '88 Trevor Kassen '14
Michele Brown Hovatter '80 Christina Hovatter '14
Kathy Faver (deceased) '74represented by Bill Faver
Jason Faver '14
Tracy Ames Darian '91, Demi Darian '14 Dan Darian '89
Sandy Otec Vest '78, Gabrielle Vest '14 Andrew Vest '14, Rick Vest '76
Glenda Hardin Coleman '68 Sherri Coleman Rarick '88, Stephen Rarick '14
Olivia LaMartina '14 Candice Queen LaMartina '88
Tim Eimer '84, Jesse Eimer '14 Terry Lauterwasser Eimer '86
Benjamin Linderer '14 Robert Linderer '82
Carey Filer '86, Christopher Filer '14 Jill Vaughn Filer '86
Luke Ortmann '14 Stephen Ortmann '84
Ron Loucks '89, Kathryn Loucks '14 Lori Ayotte Loucks '88
Tammy Barnes Hasenpflug '78 Steffen Schulze '14 (exchange student)
Jessica Stone '14 JoAnne Govro Stone '87
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• 84graduates• 64%ofgraduatingclass
earnedover$2Millioninacceptedacademic,leadership,military,meritandathleticscholarships
• Graduatesacceptedatatotalof45schoolsin7states,8ofwhichareCatholicUniversities• 3graduatesareenteringthemilitarytoserveourcountry,1graduateisenteringtheseminary• 9BrightFlightgraduates(ascoreof30oraboveontheACT)
New Daily Schedule
New for the 2014-2015 School Year!In order to open up more time for students to get tutoring during the day and take part in clubs and groups at a time which does not require them to arrive early or stay after school, St. Pius X High School will implement a new schedule this year.
Mrs. DeCosty recently read an article about a school which struggled with the same issues and found this type of schedule to be a solution. After reading the artcile, having several conversations with the author of the article, and conducting an open discussion session about this with the faculty, the school has decided to make a bold change to its daily schedule.
School will start at 7:50 and dismiss at 2:45. Instead of holding four lunches per day, we will all break for one hour. The entire building and back lawn will be “open” for students to eat when and where they want, meet with teachers for tutoring, and participate in club meetings. It is quite possible study groups will form and students will be working on group projects during this time as well. Students will be able to make up tests, labs and workouts as well. This hour will help students build time management skills which are so important in college life. Teachers will be given 30 minutes for lunch. The other 30 minutes are required, open door office hours.
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Important Back to School DatesJuly 26-August 3 ---Athletic Dead PeriodAugust 1---Golf TournamentAugust 4---Fall Sports BeginAugust 4---Textbook Distribution Last Name A-L/Pictures 9am-12pmAugust 5---Textbook Distribution Last Name M-Z/Pictures 9am-12pmAugust 5---Freshman Parent Coalition Meeting 7pmAugust 7---Frosh Fest and Parent Social 6:30pmAugust 11---Freshman Orientation 7:50am-2:45pmAugust 12---Sophomore, Junior, Senior Orientation 7:50am-2:45pmAugust 12---Fall Sports Parent Meeting 6:30pmAugust 13---First day of classes, full student body 7:50am-2:45pmAugust 15---No Classes, Faculty Spirituality DayAugust 16---Fall Sports Media DayAugust 21---Opening MassAugust 22---Late Start 9:00amAugust 28---Back to School Night 6:30pmAugust 29---No Classes, Regional Staff Development Day
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featuring St.Pius X Student Artwork
We hope you enjoy the photos of St. Pius X student artwork sprinkled throughout this edition of the Lancer Legend. Artwork was on display at the St. Louis Archdiocesan 2014 High School Art Show held at The Sheldon Concert Hall this past March.
Maddy Bacon “Landscape Strata”
This past spring the Circle Theater produced the Broadway classic, Into the Woods Jr. by James Lapine. Music and lyrics by Stephen Soundheim.
Fifteen students sang and danced on the St. Pius X Café Stage for the first time in over a decade and a half.
The production was well attended and the students are eagerly anticipating next year’s production.
Into The Woods
Baker Jed SurdykeBaker’s Wife Jackie JacezkoCinderella Madison ProfferCinderella’s Mother Lynda PolysFlorinda Erica CheneyGranny Bailey AlexanderJack Cody ArcherJack’s Mother Taylor ByingtonLittle Red Hannah HarperLucinda Claire KohneMysterious Man Greg AlcazarenNarrator Zac WamplerWitch Maria EssweinCinderella’s Step-Mother
Hannah Isenman
Crew: Anastasia Burkart, Emily
Wohlstadter, Randall Williams, Matt
Burkart, Abby Miriani, Kat Moran,
Kateri Busiek, Katie Loucks, Mary
Smreker-Bruce, Nick Schurk, David
Halfmann
Cast Members:
Alex Edwards, “On the Beach”
Many PathsLife is a journey with many paths
Paths that are littered with obstacles, challenges, and difficulties
Paths that lead to oceans to swim, rivers to cross, and mountains to climbPaths that lead to failure, frustration,
defeatPaths that lead to success, fulfillment,
accomplishmentLife is a journey with many paths;
Help Me, Oh Lord, walk the right ones
Nick Schurk '14
Lord please make me A protector for those who need protection
A friend for those who need comfortA guide for those who are lost
Lord please give me Patience to understand what I do not want to
Peace to help me make it through todayLove for all those close to me
Lord please Open my heart so that I may let you in
Lord pleaseMake me a stronger person
Lord pleaseGuide me
Amen
Mazie Winslow '14
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Surdyke Harley-DavidsonTim '83 and Janice (Laiben'89) Surdyke
Chardonel LevelVest Benefit Solutions
Rick Vest '76Midwest Regional Bank, Festus MO
Reisling LevelFortune Investment Services
Megan Meyer '04St. Louis Power SportsJohn Konersmann '96
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Support St. Pius X where “extraordinary care and concern are ordinary” THANK YOU FOR YOUR GIFT to the Lancer Legacy Foundation!
Lancer Giving Societies
Founding Fathers Society $5,000 or more
Adorers of the Blood of Christ Society $3,000 to $4,999
Father Dalton Society $2,000 to $2,999
1959 Visionary Pioneer Society $1,000 to $1,999
Msgr. Meier Society $500 to $999
Lancer Society $250 to $499
Blue & Gold Society $100 to $249
X Factor Society $1 to $99
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TheLancerLegacyFoundationclosesitfiscalyearonJune30,2014.Ourgoalis$90,000andweare$20,000awayfromreachingit.IfeachSt.PiusXgraduatedonates$10.00totheLancerLegacyFoundation,St.PiusXHighSchoolwillraise$40,000!Yourdonationis100%tax-deductible.TheLancerLegacyFoundationhelpsdeferthecostoftuition,paysformanyimprovementsthroughouttheschoolandallowsustocontinueourmissionofaqualityCatholiceducationforallwhodesireit.Todonate,visitwww.stpius.comandclickthe“Giving”tab.
Alumni News
Dear Lord,The rest of my life stands before me and I have so many unanswered questions. I do not know what you have planned for my future and the fear of the unknown hangs eerily over me. Remind me through each day that you are always with me, guiding me with your loving call. Give me the courage to trust in your plan for me and allow me to cherish each and every moment. Encourage me to find tranquility in the present and to enjoy the simple blessings in my life that I too often overlook. In your name I pray. Amen.
Noah Harnacke '14
Richard Slavit Class of 1970 joined his wife, Melissa, in heaven on August 13, 2013. He attended the University of Missouri, Rolla and served in the army. He was retired and enjoyed listening to rock ‘n roll music.
In Memoriam...We pray for those who
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Heavenly Father, We ask Your guidance as we begin this new chapter of our lives. Please calm our nerves and surround us with Your comforting love during this time of change and transition. Let Your light shine brightly on the path on which You want us to travel. Help us to always keep You as the center of our lives and walking in the footsteps of Christ. We pray that You give us the courage to stand up for what we believe in and to never falter in our faith. Help us to embody Your care and compassion so that we may be living examples of Christ in everything we do. We ask for these things in Your name, Amen.
Heather Withrow '14
Maria Esswein, “Tranquility Lake”
Updates
Class of 1964 50th Reunion
September 12 & 13, 2014Ifanyoneknowsthewhereaboutsofourfollowingclassmates,pleasecallSandy
(Doza)Mouserat636-937-6768:
Elizabeth(Barckiszewski)RobersGail(Luttig)Watkins
MaryJane(Braun)AntunaConnie(Martin)French
Reunions
July 9, 2014 Alumni Meeting Annex Board Room 6:30pm
August 1, 2014 Golf Tournament
October 4, 2014 Homecoming
October 18, 2014 Vendor/TailgateOctober 19, 2014 Raindate
January 17, 2014 Trivia Night
Events
1996 Amanda (Meyer) Northrop Amanda and her husband, David live in Shiloh, Illinois with their three children (Madison age ten and Anthony and Kaylee both age two)[email protected]
Platinum SponsorsK & K Car Repair, Inc.
Kevin Kneff
Lakenan InsuranceLee Lottes
Mercy Hospital Jefferson
S.M.C.I.Larry Krodinger ’63
Thermal Mechanics Inc.Dave Rich
Gold SponsorsBrockmiller Const. Co.
Paul Brockmiller
Craftsmen ContractingLarry G’Sell
DA-COMTerry Bean ’82
Midwest Regional Bank
Surdyke Harley-DavidsonTim ’83 & Janice (Laiben ’89) Surdyke &
Cindy Surdyke ’82
Silver SponsorsAll Weather Sewer ServiceRon and Jeanne Aubuchon
Dieb Enterprise, Inc.Glen Politte ’83
Thomas C. Ruzicka, DDS, PC
2013 GOLF SPONSORS
Mark your calendars
for the
25th Annual St. Pius X High School
Golf Tournament
Friday, August 1, 2014
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Golf Tournament
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Alumni News
HALL OF FAME INDUCTEES
Ron and Jeanne Aubuchon (pictured above) were inducted into St. Pius X High School Hall of Fame by the Alumni Association at the 31st Annual Dinner Auction on Saturday, April 5th at St. Pius X High School.
Stephanie Aubuchon'08 nominated her parents for the Hall of Fame. They were chosen among other nominees by the alumni committee.
The Aubuchon’s have been a part of the St. Pius X community since 2005. Jeanne Aubuchon spearheaded the Lucky Lancer Sweepstakes for eight years. She served on the Advisory Board. Ron and Jeanne were underwriters for 10 years for the auction. They also have sponsored and were a part of the St. Pius X High School Basketball Club. Their daughters are Stephanie Aubuchon'08 and Tori Aubuchon'10. Ron and Jeanne Aubuchon are extraordinary members of the St. Pius X community.
Funds raised the night of the auction totaled $120,000. Funds from the auction and sweepstakes go into the school’s annual budget to help keep the cost of tuition as low as possible. Thank you to everyone who helped in any way with the auction. It was a wonderful evening enjoyed by all.
The Father Dalton Scholarship Fund helps families in need with their tuition fees. To our guests of the auction, we appreciate and thank you for your donation and tribute to Father Dalton.
Our teacher’s thank you for the items purchased at the auction through the wish list donations.
31st Annual St. Pius X Dinner Auction
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The Archbishop John L. May Service Award recognizes outstanding leadership and community service of students in Catholic High Schools in the Archdiocese of St. Louis. These Catholic High School seniors show extraoridnary volunteer ahievement in their schools and communities. The St. Pius X Archbishop May Service Award winner this year is Marisa Surdyke '14.
St. Pius X High School Eagel Scouts
Garrett McDowell '13 was awarded the rank of Eagle Scout during a Court of Honor ceremony held on June 30, 2013. As a member of Boy Scout Troop 484, Garrett earned the rank of Eagle by completing an Eagle Scout Leadership Project, which involved organizing and conducting a “Hoops for Hunger” basketball
clinic on February 17, 2013. The coed clinic was well attended by approximately 50 participants, each donating a minimum of five non-perishable food items. In addition to teaching boys and girls (Grades 3 through 8) dribbling, passing and shooting skills, 421 food items were donated to the Ozark Food Pantry. Garrett is the son of David and Mary McDowell of Crystal City. Garrett was also recognized by the United State Submarine Veterans for this achievement and received proclamations from Missouri State Senator Ryan McKenna and Missouri State Representatives T. J. McKenna and Paul Wieland.
Eagle Scout Award submissions to be included in the Lancer Legend may be
emailed to [email protected]
Garrett is pictured above with Ozark Food Pantry workers and left with Hoops for Hunger
Basketball Clinic attendees.
News Around Campus
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Senior Jacki Jacezcko was chosen by St. Pius X faculty and staff to represent St. Pius X High School on Thursday, April 24 at the Optimist Club Youth Appreciation Week luncheon.
Jacki was prepared, composed and articulate while thanking faculty and staff for providing her the opportunities to grow and pursue her talents at Webster University next year. Jacki also thanked her parents for allowing her to transfer to St. Pius X as it was “The best decision ever made.”
One moment:I have a tiny body, but I feel so strong,Nothing is ever going to stop me,My life has just begun.
I blink:Older now and I know so much more,Making connections and loving others like I should.I’m living the life that You have planned for me.
Years pass by:Continuing to grow and things tend to be difficult sometimes, I know that they will always get better.He’s there helping even though I may not see Him.
Moving forward:I’m on to bigger and better things,I’m becoming self sufficient and confident with who I am.I call to mind the people who have helped me along the way.
The future:The unknown is scary and I’m diving in head first,You will always be there, just as You have been through every moment.Thank You for always being there and helping me now with each moment that I live.
Meghan Karoly ‘14
Samantha Loucks, “Melancholy”
Morgan Stoll, “The Bridge to Civilization
For the 6th consecutive year, the St. Pius X High School girls’ basketball program hosted a “Think Pink” evening for breast cancer awareness and prevention. This year, the Lancers hosted their cross-town neighbor, the Festus Tigers. After two competitive basketball games and an evening of fun, the event raised almost $3,300 to be donated to Mercy Jefferson, bringing the six-year donation total to just over $16,000.00.
Basketball Season ReCapBothbasketballteamshadverysuccessfulseasonsonceagainasbothreachedthedistrictsemifinals.
Thegirls’basketballteamfinished18-8andlosttotheeventualFinalFourparticipantSaxonyLutheranCrusadersinthedistrictsemi-finals.Severalstudent-athletesearnedpost-seasonawardrecognition.JuniorAlexLindererwasnamedJCAASmallSchoolConferenceMVPinadditiontobeingnamedtotheAll-DistrictteamandtheKJFFRegionalRadioDreamTeam.JuniorAshleyPolitte(1stTeam)andseniorHayleeEastridge(HonorableMention)werealsonamedtotheAll-ConferenceteamandAshleywasalsonamedtotheAll-Districtteam.Wesay“good-bye”and“thankyou”toourfiveseniorgirls;ChristinaHovatter,ClaireReed,HayleeEastridge,AlexOttolineandMeghanKaroly.
TheLancerboysfinished14-10andwontheir4thconsecutiveJCAASmallSchoolConferenceChampionship!TheylosttoeventualdistrictchampionClearwaterTigersinthedistrictsemifinals.NewHeadCoachBrandonMayeswasnamedtheJCAASmallSchoolBoysBasketballCoachoftheYearandseveralstudent-athleteswerehonoredfortheirsuccessthisseason.JuniorIsaiahHennesseywasnamedJCAASmallSchoolConferenceMVPinadditiontobeingnamedtotheAll-DistrictteamandtheKJFFRegionalRadioDreamTeam.JuniorLukeBandyandsophomoreJevonWhitewerenamedtotheAll-Conference2ndTeam.Wesay“good-bye”and“thankyou”toourfiveseniorboys;DeiondreRiney,AndrewVest,ChrisFilerandKennyDuing-Davis.
MSHSAA Dead Period & Fall SportsAgainthisyear,St.PiusXwillbehavinga“DeadPeriod”duringthesummerwheretheschoolandfacili-tieswillbeclosedandthecoachesarenotallowedtohaveanycontactwiththestudent-athletes.ThedatesthisyearwillbeSaturday,July26ththroughSunday,August3rd.FallpracticeswillstartonMonday,August4th.Checkthewebsiteoverthesummerforupdatedpractice/tryouttimes.Allstudent-athletesandincomingfreshmenwillneedtohaveanup-to-datephysicalonfileinthemainofficebeforetheywillbeallowedtopractice.ThephysicalmustbecompletedAFTERFebruary1,2014forittobeineffectfortheentire2014-2015school.AcopyofthephysicalformandMANDATORYconcussioninformationcanbefoundontheAthleticspageoftheSt.PiusXwebpage.WeaskthatallphysicalsbeturnedinbeforeAugust1sttothemainoffice.
Think Pink Night Rocks the Gym Again!Athletic Updates
Parents: Looking for a Way to Volunteer?The St. Pius X Booster Club would like to invite all parents to volunteer helping us host parent events, fundraisers and activities which support Fine Arts, Extracurricular Activites and Athletics at St. Pius X High School.If you are interested in learning about ways you can help, email [email protected].
The Booster Club would like to extend a “thank you” to all parents and friends who volunteered their time and talents over the past season. We were blessed to have a great group of volunteers this winter.
Visit www.stpius.com/parents.html to see what’s going on!
Ce l eb ra te w i th Boke sMr. Dan Bokern is retiring after 42 years in education, 35 years of which were spent at St. Pius X High School. Mr. Bokern taught religion and coached boys’ and girls’ soccer. “Bokes” was inducted into the St. Louis Soccer Hall of Fame in 2013. St. Pius X High School honored Mr. Bokern’s acheivement by naming the soccer field after him.
In order to celebrate his retirement, Bokes would like to invite everyone to participate in an outdoor sports day at St. Pius X High School. In case of rain, activities will be moved into the gymnasium.
Bring your family and spend the afternoon enjoying our beautiful campus while celebrating with one of our favorite
teachers and coaches.
Saturday, June 21, 2014
11:00 am - 4:00 pm
St. Pius X High School Dalton Stadium
Prayer Service 11:30 am
Concessions Availableproceeds benefit the Booster Club
Cake provided by the St. Pius X Alumni Association
If you are unable to join us, best wishes can be mailed to Mr. Bokern. Please consider including an honorary donation to the Lancer Legacy Foundation (Mr. Bokern will receive a list of all donations made in his honor).
Mr. Dan Bokernc/o St. Pius X High School
1030 St. Pius Drive Festus, MO 63028
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Meghan Pazkiewicz, “Detached”
Parker Donovan‘14is the son of Michelle Donovan-Cudihee and the late Richard Donovan. Parker is a member of the Church of Our Lady and volunteers for Next Step for Life and Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation. He works at Busch Stadium and participates in Variety Club. Parker’s high school courseload includes college credit english, statistics, Concert Choir: honors, psychology, film, art: honors and religion. Parker earned Renaissance Honors and also the Dottie Schneider Memorial Service Scholarship during his high school career. Parker shares with us one of his favorite quotes:One of my personal favorite quotes comes from one of my favorite mov-ies, Ferris Bueller’s Day Off. The quote “ Life moves pretty fast. If you don’t stop and look around once in awhile, you could miss it” comes at the end of the film and is a reflection on the crazy events of the movie. The quote, while coming from what some might call a cheesy eighties movie, actually has a deep meaning in my opinion and I really treasure what it means to me. “ Life moves pretty fast. If you don’t stop and look around once in awhile,
you could miss it.” I think that this is a great motto for all to live by. Life does move quickly. I am aware of this because I will soon be a senior in high school. I feel like I just started freshman year a few months ago! This quote made me realize I need to continue to make the most out of high school, even though I do not have a lot of time left.Realizing how little time we have in any phase of ours lives should motivate us to make the most out of it, which this quote suggests we do. Don’t get so caught up in the negative, try to be positive and get the most out of life. The quote can be applied to almost any situation or phase of your life you are in, rather it be high school, college, a job, a vacation, anything really. I believe one should enjoy life as much as they can, you only get one shot at it.
MAY STUDENT OF THE MONTH
As we all go our separate ways, may Your Spirit be with us to guide our decisions. May the experiences we have be stepping stones that build the right path for our future. As we continue our studies outside the walls of St. Pius, see that we take the values we learned into the world. We pray that we always keep a sense of perspective, and that every night we dedicate our tomorrows to living pleasing to you. This we pray in your holy name. Amen St. Pius X – pray for us
Rachel Seevers
Bailey Henderson, “Dr. Benjamin Sharp”
College Search Timeline Now is the time for high school students to begin thinking about how to maximize their ten-week summer vacation. I’m all for tanning; however, maybe you could tan for one week and then do something even more productive like volunteering, internships, visiting colleges or working at a camp for the handicapped.
SOPHOMORES AND JUNIORS: Have you made a calendar? This calendar should set down tentative dates for college visits, ACT test dates, family events - everything - until the day you graduate from St. Pius X. With a calendar you are much more likely to do the necessary things at the right time in order to chip away at the college search process. This is THE most important thing to do now! You will not regret it! An example of a calendar is posted on the College Placement Office website.
COLLEGE ACCEPTED SENIORS: When a senior is accepted to a college, it is important for the student to contact the college’s Admissions Office to inquire about In-House Scholarships. When going on a college visit, it’s a good idea to send a thank-you note to the representative who helped you. It’s the St. Pius way! Also, the Housing Deposit should be sent ASAP to assure priority on the master list. There is a special article on the College Search webpage titled, “I Got Accepted, Now What?.” It answers many questions, some of which first-time college parents may not know to ask.
THE COLLEGE PLACEMENT WEBSITE: Have you clicked the College Placement Office link on the St. Pius X High School website homepage? Bryan Kelley ’98 helps me post things practically every day. Check it out. There is something for every student and parent.
FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid): We received new directives for applying for federal student aid. Applications can be done ONLINE ONLY. The website is www.FAFSA.ed.gov. Be sure to obtain your “PIN” (personal identification number) from the same site in order to start and complete the process.
Marty ZielonkoCollege Placement
Counselor
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God, you have blessed me with a beautiful life; a life that is full of many joys, but also many fears. I often find that what scares me the most in life is the unknown; when I don’t know what the future going to be
like and what is going to happen. Please give me strength to face that fear, and ap-proach all aspects of life, the known and
the unknown, with courage. AmenMary Smreker ‘14
Biltmore Business ComplexLawrence Leonard '66
Vest Benefit SolutionsRichard Vest '76
Mercy Hospital Jefferson
Sapaugh GM CountrySapaugh & Charleville Family
Steve Charleville '91
Sheet Metal Contractors, Inc.Larry Krodinger '63
Southern Commercial Bank
David J. Stansfield DO LLCDr. David '75 & Kathy Stansfield
Surdyke Harley-DavidsonTim '83 & Janice (Laiben ‘89) Surdyke
Surdyke MotorsportsMatt '88 & Jennifer (Harman ‘88) Surdyke
Raymond James Financial ServicesDarin and Lisa Basler
All Weather Sewer ServiceRon & Jeanne Aubuchon
The first annual Stakeholder’s Report was held this past April. Information which was shared at this meeting can be found at www.stpius.com under the “About” section.
Save the date: Annual Stakeholder’s Presentation April 23, 2015!
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