The Belcroft is the official newsletter of La Salle College High School. The newsletter is published each month during the academic school year and includes important announcements and featured news items for Students, Parents, Faculty and Staff.
May 2010 Volume Nineteen Number 9 La Salle College High School 8605 Cheltenham Avenue Wyndmoor, Pennsylvania 19038 www.lschs.org Dear Parents and Guardians, It is hard to believe another academic year has passed. It seems like just yesterday, new parents dropped off their freshmen to join the Class of 2014 for their first day at La Salle College High School. The freshmen walked into the auditorium only to receive a warm welcome into the La Salle community by our returning students, spirited Explorer mascot, and enthusiastic Pep Band. As the summer approaches, the Class of 2010 looks back on the day it too was welcomed into the La Salle community as freshmen. For our 248 seniors, the four years have passed so quickly. With the end of the 2009/2010 academic year, La Salle says good-bye to the men of 2010 as they continue along their educational paths leading to college aspirations. Upon graduation on June 5, 2010, the students of Class of 2010 will go their separate ways to take flight for new destinations and careers. The class has been accepted at 231 colleges and universities across 35 states, as well as Canada. In addition, our new alums will depart La Salle with an excess of $23 million in grants and scholarships. The La Salle community joins me in saluting their outstanding achievements. The legacy of the Class of 2010 will long be celebrated in the halls of La Salle. Over the past four years, the class has been part of 24 Philadelphia Catholic League Championships, 12 District XII City Titles, and 5 State Championships in various sports. Academically, the class enhanced La Salle’s reputation with the presence of 14 National Merit Finalist, 1 National Merit semifinalist, 17 National Merit commended students, and 33 AP Scholars. They have successfully competed in various band competitions, and have helped La Salle to be recognized as one of the top five schools in the nation by both the National Forensic League and the National Catholic Forensic League. No doubt, as these new alums celebrate many class anniversaries, they will recall their four years at La Salle very fondly. Not many classes will be able to boast that their class attained three, major sport State Championship Titles within just one year. As the summer approaches, I wish our families a most enjoyable season. When making summer plans, I hope there will be time for family, enjoyment, and relaxation. For a short time, the La Salle community will relax and recharge; however, in June, summer at La Salle will get into full gear with the beginning of summer academic sessions and various camps. La Salle will come alive with over 500 young campers and students for six weeks. As always, it is a delight to see the school rock to the rhyme of a younger age. With the arrival of summer campers to our campus, La Salle’s facilities will be in perfect shape, as this will be the first summer La Salle has not been under major construction in several years. The campus is beginning to return to its normal appearance with beautiful tulips and daffodils greeting our community each day. A walk around campus will demonstrate the full usage of our fields, tennis courts, and track, as campus has been alive with practices and games. In the evening many of our neighbors take advance of our walking trail, and weekends are no exception to use with local parish and CYO teams competing in sporting events. I also would like to extend the invitation to the members of our community, so that they too can take advantage of these facilities. As yet another spectacular year concludes, the La Salle community sends sincere congratulations to our departing seniors for adding much to the legacy of our school, and to all underclassmen as they are promoted to the next grade. I wish our entire community a relaxed summer, and look forward to seeing our community rejoin this fall. Sincerely yours, Brother Richard Kestler, FSC ’60 President Happy Mother’s Day!
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May 2010Volume Nineteen Number 9
La Salle College High School 8605 Cheltenham AvenueWyndmoor, Pennsylvania 19038
www.lschs.org
Dear Parents and Guardians,
It is hard to believe another academic year has passed. It seems like just yesterday, new parents dropped off their freshmen to join the Class of 2014 for their first day at La Salle College High School. The freshmen walked into the auditorium only to receive a warm welcome into the La Salle community by our returning students, spirited Explorer mascot, and enthusiastic Pep Band. As the summer approaches, the Class of 2010 looks back on the day it too was welcomed into the La Salle community as freshmen. For our 248 seniors, the four years have passed so quickly. With the end of the 2009/2010 academic year, La Salle says good-bye to the men of 2010 as they continue along their educational paths leading to college aspirations.
Upon graduation on June 5, 2010, the students of Class of 2010 will go their separate ways to take flight for new destinations and careers. The class has been accepted at 231 colleges and universities across 35 states, as well as Canada. In addition, our new alums will depart La Salle with an excess of $23 million in grants and scholarships. The La Salle community joins me in saluting their outstanding achievements.
The legacy of the Class of 2010 will long be celebrated in the halls of La Salle. Over the past four years, the class has been part of 24 Philadelphia Catholic League Championships, 12 District XII City Titles, and 5 State Championships in various sports. Academically, the class enhanced La Salle’s reputation with the presence of 14 National Merit Finalist, 1 National Merit semifinalist, 17 National Merit commended students, and 33 AP Scholars. They have successfully competed in various band competitions, and have helped La Salle to be recognized as one of the top five schools in the nation by both the National Forensic League and the National Catholic Forensic League. No doubt, as these new alums celebrate many class anniversaries, they will recall their four years at La Salle very fondly. Not many classes will be able to boast that their class attained three, major sport State Championship Titles within just one year.
As the summer approaches, I wish our families a most enjoyable season. When making summer plans, I hope there will be time for family, enjoyment, and relaxation. For a short time, the La Salle community will relax and recharge; however, in June, summer at La Salle will get into full gear with the beginning of summer academic sessions and various camps. La Salle will come alive with over 500 young campers and students for six weeks. As always, it is a delight to see the school rock to the rhyme of a younger age.
With the arrival of summer campers to our campus, La Salle’s facilities will be in perfect shape, as this will be the first summer La Salle has not been under major construction in several years. The campus is beginning to return to its normal appearance with beautiful tulips and daffodils greeting our community each day. A walk around campus will demonstrate the full usage of our fields, tennis courts, and track, as campus has been alive with practices and games. In the evening many of our neighbors take advance of our walking trail, and weekends are no exception to use with local parish and CYO teams competing in sporting events. I also would like to extend the invitation to the members of our community, so that they too can take advantage of these facilities.
As yet another spectacular year concludes, the La Salle community sends sincere congratulations to our departing seniors for adding much to the legacy of our school, and to all underclassmen as they are promoted to the next grade. I wish our entire community a relaxed summer, and look forward to seeing our community rejoin this fall.
Sincerely yours,
Brother Richard Kestler, FSC ’60President
Happy Mother’s Day!
Class of 2014 See You In September!Ryan Thomas AbellJoseph Henry Albert, IIIMaxwell Hunter AlboneTimothy J. AndersenSalvatore Robert AndersonJohn Jasper AngiolilloAdam Charles ArcadiaErik J. AzzaranoEdward L. BacinoMichael Gerard Baldini, Jr.Michael Patrick BarrettKeith Joseph BasaraChristopher James BennettSean Patrick BennettJohn E. BenseRobert Francis BernatavitzBrendan Christopher BilottaMichael Andrew BishofKevin Michael BlankeJohn Francis BlankemeyerJonathan Stephen BlustRoman Jeffrey BondEric M. BozziJohn William Brady, IIIKevin Charles BradyPeter James BrooksGriffin Nemo BrownNicholas James BuckleyDaniel O’Neill BurgerEric Claude BurgmannRyan James CalhounMichael Gerard CapreriMichael Edward CarenzoJohn Edward CarlidgeConnor James CaseyRaekwon Ronald CaswellAndrew Ryan CavanaughRichard Takoda CerebeCollin John CharyszynKevin William CharyszynVincent Joseph CicaleseAnthony William CilibertoMichael Anthony CincottaPartrick Brian ClarkJoseph T. ColbertZaine Alexander CollinsRyan Joseph CoonahanKyle James CorleyTyler John CosciaDavid Wayne CoxJohn Nicholas CuceCasey John CumpstoneDominic Robert CuociBrendan Daly
Anthony J. D’AngeloThomas M. DaveyLevi Davis, IIITyrone Dean, Jr.Edward John DeAngelisDaniel Francis DeeganWilliam J. DegnanWilliam Michael DelaneyGregory James DelBuonoAmedeo DeLucaRiley Donnelly DentonNicholas Anthony DermoMark DeSantis, Jr.Nicholas Bruno DeSimoneMichael Robert DetweilerJoseph R. DiAndreaNicholas Stephen DiFioreAlexander Mark DiGiacomoJustin Nicholas DillmanNicholas Angelo DiPasqualeHarrison Edward DittrichCharles Ambrose DonnellyAndrew Patrick DoranJames G. DoughertyAndrew John DoylePatrick Liam DuffPatrick Walter DuffeyM. Tyler DunningJohn Halsey DurbinAndrew Brian DurkinNicholas Raymond DusingRobert Casey DwyerLangston Albert EllisonPatrick Robert EmeryRip EngelDamon Matthew ErbJohn Joseph Ernandez, Jr.John P. EwellBenjamin Scott FabiszewskiTyler Michael FallonDaniel E. FarleyDaniel Charles FarringtonJohn Jude Farris, Jr.Kevin Michael FinneganColin Jacob FisherMichael D. FlaniganDennis Patrick FoleyGerard Michael FoleyJames T. FoleyMichael Christopher FoxNicholas Warren FoxJoseph Alexander FrazerChristopher Evan FrazzetteSamuel J. French
William Tyler FruscoSean Matthew FurgiueleNicholas A. GaleaJohn Manus GallagherAndrew John Garoppo, Jr.Kevin James GayDavid Anthony Geppert, Jr.Robert E. GilliesRichard James Giuliani, IIIAlexander GladkovSean Michael GreenbergJohn Patrick GregorJonathan Kingsland HamiltonColin John HappThomas HarrityShawn T. HartzellPatrick Quinn HassonChristopher Louis HellmuthJulian Peter HensiekJalen C. HerdsmanDakota Christopher HerninkoThomas Joseph Herron, IIIConnor McKendrick HigginsChristopher HoffnerStephen John HudakAlexander Nicholas Thomas JonesJason Scott JonesThomas Gerald JoyceBrendan Robert KeenanRyan Michael KellerJoseph Michael KelleyJoseph Brian KennedyJacob Joseph KlemmerAndrew Dennis KnowlesMichael Joseph Koller, Jr.David Joseph KotasenskiWilliam J. Krodthoff, IIIJoseph Edward KrolMichael Frank KurkowskiAdam David LagnerNicholas E. LaMorteJamil Vernal LawimoreKeith Alan LeeAlexander C. LeGrandShane Steven LewisKevin Patrick LindsayTyler Patrick LittleCharles Tiers Lloyd, Jr.Joseph Francis LoobyEric Christopher LoprestiRobert C. J. LorenzoTimothy Charles LougheryMatthew Gregory Lucas
William Robert MaguireJulian Bond MaherPatrick W. MahoneyStephen David MaloneyChristian Matthew ManciniAlexander Donato MarzulloEvan Joseph MascioneChristopher Jordan MatherWilliam Vincent MathisNicholas Alexander MazzaNicholas Alphonso MazzeiTimothy McAuliffeMichael Edward McBryan, Jr.Matthew Vincent McCarryThomas Aquinas McClainMatthew Thomas McCoolShane Michael McDevittEvan Francis McDonnellPeter Christopher McDonnellTimothy David McElroyThomas Justin McGeehanPatrick W. McGinleyThomas Patrick McGovern, Jr.John Matthew McGranaghanLiam J. F. McGrotherMark Francis Meeks, Jr.Ryan Patrick MeeksTrent Anthony MelsheimerThomas Emilio MengucciMark Joseph MetzlerGregory Maxwell MeyersDouglas Edwin Michie, Jr.Joseph Louis MintzerTimothy Isaac ModelThomas Francis Monaghan, Jr.Michael Joseph MullinQuin R. MurphyCalvin Jaye NazulmeCharles Greif NewellBrennan Thomas O’DonnellSean Patrick O’KaneAidan Matthew O’NeillSean Henry O’NeillThomas Joseh PaganJames Harrison PalmerChristian Neumann PattonStephen Joseph PeelAntonio Stefano PelusiJordan Paul PetrellisJoseph Achille Pinnola-VizzaRyan Patrick PluckMatthew James PodrazaNicholls PosadaAndrew Joseph Potok
David Alexander PricePatrick Joseph QuigleyMatthew Stephen RaczakEdward Morgan RauschMark Andrew ReedLiam Charles ReevesJohn Tyler ReisMichael Alan RihmAndrew Joseph RomanoDavid Jonathan RoseMark Joseph RounbehlerJoseph Edward Rueter, Jr.Michael Ryan RuffPatrick Francis RyanOscar Ricardo SanchezJohn O’Bryan ScheffeyStephen Randal SchmitzThomas Andrew SchmitzBrad Robert SchneiderJohn Francis Schoenewald, IIIMatthew David SchruppAndrew John SchuttaIan SchwartzRyan Matthew SiessKyle Lee SliferChristopher John SmithRiley Alexander SmithZachary Gray SmithAaron Paul SosnaderMitchell James SouflerisRobert Matthew SpampataDaniel Anthony Spinelli, Jr.Kevin Michael StefanskiKolby K. SteinAndrew T. StengerNicholas Michael SticcoChristopher Blaine StrausserDaniel Jennings ThomasJaishon Marcellus ThorntonBlaine David TurekTamar Craig-Melvin TurnerMichael Angel VargasSamuel Peter VecchioneKyle Van VoThomas Preston WalkerRyan Joseph WeathersReid Rothwell WorsterJames H. R. WorthingtonLogan Christopher YoungPhillip M. Zminda
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Dear Parents and Guardians,
I write this letter one day after our “Character Does Matter” assemblies presented by the Travis Manion Foundation as part of our Mothers Clubs’ Fran Johnson Lecture Series. Travis was a member of the Class of 1999,who was killed in Iraq while serving his country. Former Navy Seal and a good friend of Travis, Eric Greitens, along with Ryan Manion-Borek, Travis’ sister, conducted the assemblies and challenged the young men of La Salle to follow Travis’ mantra of “If not me, then who…” and do the right thing when confronted with situations that require someone to step forward on behalf of others. The assemblies were not only challenging, but also inspiring and had a huge impact on our young men. Many of the boys were seen shaking the hands of Eric and Ryan as they exited the auditorium.
We, at La Salle, take our responsibility to build character in our young men very seriously – but we also understand that we work in conjunction with you, the parents and guardians of our students, in this critical task. As the end of the school year approaches and proms and graduation parties begin, I ask for your support in encouraging and assisting your sons to “do the right thing.” Parties where alcohol is provided (or is known to be present) are not only a serious risk to the welfare of minors, but also run contrary to our message. Allowing minors to drink, but taking their keys can never be construed as doing the right thing – neither in the minds of reasonable people nor in the eyes of the law. Please help us at La Salle in sending the proper message to your sons.
Along these same lines, please be advised that La Salle will conduct a national survey of all students on school life issues (safety issues, drug and alcohol use, social interaction issues, etc.) on Tuesday, May 18, 2010. This survey is completely anonymous with results tabulated by an outside agency. The purpose of this survey is to see how students at La Salle compare on school life issues to the national population of high school students. If, for some reason, you do not want your son included in this survey, please email my administrative assistant Carol Haggerty at [email protected] to have your son excluded.
At the end of this school year, La Salle will say “goodbye” to two of its most respected faculty members. Mr. Pat Devine and Mr. Dave Manion will both be leaving La Salle for retirement after decades of exemplary service to our school. Mr. Devine has been a teacher, guidance counselor, and renowned cross country and track coach for the past thirty-eight years. Mr. Manion has been a world languages teacher, department chair, and activities moderator at La Salle for forty-three. The contributions made by these two men to life at La Salle are immeasurable. Please join me in wishing them well as they move off to a well-deserved retirement.
As I complete my fifth year at La Salle, let me take this opportunity to thank you for your part in making this yet another wonderful school year. By entrusting your sons to our care, you give us the very best young men in the Delaware Valley to work with. As a result of their talent and hard work, the commitment of an extremely dedicated faculty and staff, and blessings from our Lord above, La Salle continues to enjoy success is all areas of school life. This is something that we will never take for granted. Enjoy your summer.
Sincerely yours,
Joseph L. Marchese Principal
Office of the PrincipalJoseph L. MarchesePrincipal
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Office of Academic AffairsThomas R. BarnaAssistant Principal for Academic Affairs
2010-2011 Registration UpdateThe course selection process officially came to a close on April 16, 2010. Most recently your sons submitted their “parent sign-off sheet” to their counselors. This form served as verification of their course requests. If there are questions about your son’s placements, particularly in math, science, or music, students and/or their parents must contact the appropriate department chairperson as soon as possible. Now that selections are complete, the scheduling process moves forward at warp speed. Resources are currently being secured based on our confirmation numbers. Building the master schedule and rostering students is an arduous process that will take months to complete. Your help in respecting La Salle’s course request deadlines and protocol is always greatly appreciated. Eventually each student will first receive his official schedule for the 2010-2011 academic year during the final full week of August.
Final ExamsFinal exams will begin on Monday, May 24, 2010 and conclude on Friday, May 28, 2010. A detailed examination schedule will be posted during early May both in school and on La Salle’s website. Students are expected to be in attendance for their exams at the designated times. Please remember that a family vacation does not qualify as an excused absence. Unexcused absences during midterm or final examinations are strictly prohibited. Encourage your son to begin the process of preparation.
GraduationLa Salle College High School’s one hundred and forty-seventh commencement will be held on Saturday, June 5, 2010 beginning at 10:00 am in the school gymnasium. The Baccalaureate mass, to be held at IHM Church in Roxborough, is scheduled for Thursday, June 3, 2010 at 7:00 pm. Practice for these ceremonies will be held for all members of the Class of 2010 on Thursday, June 3, 2010 at 9:00 am.
Final Report CardsFinal report cards will be mailed home to freshmen, sophomore, and junior students on Wednesday, June 2, 2010. Seniors will receive their final grade reports in homeroom before graduation practice on Thursday, June 3, 2010. Final grades for all students will also be available for viewing on My BackPack early Thursday evening. The entire faculty will be available on Monday, June 7, to take care of any issues concerning grades. If your son experiences a grading concern he should take care of it on or before June 7, 2010. You should also know that the faculty is scheduled to attend an end-of-year meeting between 8:30 and 10:30 am on Monday, June 7, 2010. If you request to meet with a teacher concerning a grade, please schedule it before or after this meeting time. Also, there will be no
grade changes of any kind after Friday June 11, 2010. Please be aware that teachers and counselors are not required to be at La Salle after June 7, 2010. Underclass academic honors will be awarded during a special assembly scheduled in the fall.
World Language Department RemindersStudents in certain programs must save their workbooks over the summer. Our programs overlap and we continue in the same book from the previous year. The workbooks were issued free of charge. If they are lost, the student will have to pay to replace the book.
Spanish I Two Orange Workbooks Avancemos1:CuadernodeprácticaandLecturasparatodos
Spanish II Two Yellow Workbooks Avancemos2:CuadernodeprácticaandLecturasparatodos
French I Two Red Workbooks Biendit!:CahierdeactivitésandCahierdevocabulaire
French II Two Blue Workbooks Biendit!:CahierdeactivitésandCahierdevocabulaire
Italian II One Yellow Workbook Forza!due
Please remind your son (as we have) not to throw the books away when he cleans out his locker. It is also recommended that he keep pertinent notes for his use at the next level.
Spanish students can access the publisher’s website (www.classzone.com) throughout the summer to maintain their skills.
Old LaptopsThe Computer Club at La Salle appreciates all the old PCs that have been donated by parents and others: many go to people in need, a few are cannibalized, and a few are used to enable teaching students to be technicians. But now?
The Computer Club next year will be focused on only laptops. We have already received six old ones; we won’t be taking old PC’s, monitors, or printers. Tuesdays will be teaching days on Laptops; Wednesdays: film presentations, and Thursdays: hands-on work.
Thank you for the support you give us. In the event that you have any equipment you want to donate, please contact:
markonmymindandheart.My high school years were marked with delight and hard work. I learned marvelous things, from many of my teachers, but particularly from Mrs. Davidson. My English class was thrilling. Mrs. Davidson may have looked like she was ready to retire, but her energy was never depleted. She told us that she was very privileged to be able to live during such an exciting time. I loved every minute of my high school experience, and I was both excited and disappointed to graduate. My teachers had been phenomenal. Because of the solid foundation I was able to acquire in high school; my years at college were a breeze. I had read all but one book assigned in my Freshman College English course. I had already learned most of the concepts I needed to know in science and math. So, while many of my colleagues struggled with transitioning to a college lifestyle and spent hours completing homework, I had an easy time. I had already learned strategies to help me succeed, and I knew what to do if I didn’t feel comfortable about the material.
I have been at La Salle for seven years now, and I am reminded of what happened to me in high school every time I see La Salle High School graduates come back to visit. They talk about how simple college is, how well prepared they are, and how easy it was to transition. La Salle High School graduates have the basic foundation and skill needed to transition to and graduate from college. The truth is that these are only some of the skills that give La Salle High School graduates an edge in college. La Salle High School graduates have learned how to be gentlemen. They know how to handle themselves. They are exposed to basic spirituality. They learn self advocacy and have learned how to approach problems. They are proud of themselves and of what they have achieved. The personal attention afforded to students at La Salle gives them a lifelong edge. They, too, are afforded an indelible mark that will follow them for life.
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Lasallian Service CorpsLew Clark and Thomas Devlin ’00LSC Coordinators
SundaySt. Francis InnSunday Before the First Monday of the Month10:00 amPrepare sandwiches to be delivered to a soup kitchenin inner city Philadelphia.Contact: Mr. Chuck Cirelli
MondayElder Share2:45 to 5:00 pmProvide companionship to residents of a local nursing home.Contact: Mr. Mike Ponisiack or Mrs. Dorothy Ponisiack
TuesdayLa Salle Academy Tutoring3:00 to 6:00 pmTutor inner city children at La Salle Academy, the originalsite of La Salle College High School.Contact: Mr. Dan Cipolla, Mr. Micky Dominick, or Mrs. Dorothy Marchese, Ms. Pam DeRose, or Dr. Rosina Ryan
Human Rights Forum2:20 pmMeet and discuss justice issues, the release of politicalprisoners, and reconciliation among people.Contact: Mrs. Betty Field
WednesdayProvidence Center3:00 to 6:00 pmTutor children in a center in Kensington run by the Sistersof the Holy Child. Contact: Mr. Tom Barna or Mrs. Cathy Winning
Homeless OutreachServe a meal and provide friendship to the poor in Philadelphia.5:00 to 9:00 pmContact: Mr. Lew Clark, Mrs. Carol Haggerty, Mr. Will Cummings, or Brother Anwar Martinez
ThursdayTriest House4:30 to 5:30 pmAssist mentally-challenged adults with physical therapy.Contact: Mr. Al Puntel
Ongoing OpportunitiesRespect Life 2:20 pmPray the rosary and participate in activities related toPro Life causes.Contact: Mr. Al Puntel and Mr. Mark Collins
Saturday and SundaySaint Vincent’s Soup KitchenSaturday and Sunday Morning9:00 to 11:30 amLast Sunday of the Month12:30 to 2:30 pmPrepare and serve meals to the poor of Germantown.Contact: Men of La Salle – visit www.lschs.org
Seasonal OpportunitiesMagazine Drive for St. Michael’s Indian SchoolThanksgiving Food Drive for St. Vincent’s Parish Mission Drive Secret Santa Operation Santa Claus Summer Immersion OpportunitiesProject AppalachiaContact Mr. Tom Devlin Building Bridges of SolidarityInternational Service in BoliviaContact: Senora Lastenia Breen Native American Experience Contact: Mr. Micky Dominick Lasallian Youth AssemblyContact: Mr. Lew Clarke or Mr. Tom Devlin
De La Salle BlackfeetContact: Mr. Tom Devlin
Urban ImmersionContact: Mr. Lew Clark
Grade Level Opportunities Freshman and Sophomore Branch-Out DayJunior Urban Challenge
Sign-Up with the
Mothers’ Club
Celebration Of The PriesthoodIn conjunction with 2009/2010 being the Year Of The Priest, La Salle College High School celebrated the priesthood on Thursday, April 22, 2010. Most Reverend Daniel Thomas, Auxiliary Bishop of the Archdiocese of Philadelphia, celebrated Mass for the entire student body and was joined on the altar by fifteen priests, all of whom were graduates of La Salle College High School. At the conclusion of Mass, Brother Richard Kestler, FSC ’60 presented the President’s Medal to three of these alums – all brothers and former Pastors in the Archdiocese - Monsignor Ignatius Murray ’48, Monsignor Joseph Murray ’51, and Monsignor Thomas Murray ’59.
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human by Betty Field
Brother Ernest Miller Addresses Students On The Rights Of ChildrenThree Students Represent La Salle At The United Nations ConvocationOnWednesdayafternoon,April14,2010,LaSalle’sHumanRightsForumhostedanafter-school
Brother Ernest’s presentation was well received by well over one hundred students, faculty, and staff. He warmly congratulated the school
community for its outstanding record of service to the local community and to such far-flung places as Bolivia, Appalachia, Montana, and
Arizona. He then challenged us to wed that impressive record of service with advocacy for the promotion of social justice.
The historical journey of the United Nations’ Convention on the Rights of the Child was reviewed, a journey that began in 1924 with
the United Nations’ first Declaration on the Rights of the Child and culminating in the 1989 Convention on the Rights of the Child
(CRC). Although the United States was instrumental in the drafting of the provisions of the CRC, it and Somalia are the only two United
Nations’ member states that have yet to ratify the international treaty. The CRC and the treaty recognize the rights of children to survival,
development, protection from abuse and exploitation, and full participation in family, cultural, and social life. It is the first international
legal instrument to consider the rights of the child as universal, indivisible, and mutually strengthening. Despite the stated concerns of its
opponents, the CRC fully recognizes the rights, responsibilities, and duties of parents to raise their children. The United States’ ratification
of the CRC would enhance its role as an international leader in human rights.
The Lasallian Institute has adopted the CRC as a flagship cause in keeping with its purpose to give a human and Christian education to
the young, especially the poor. To this end, a Lasallian Convocation at the United Nations will convene on April 25, 2010. Three La Salle
College High School students, juniors Charles Cannon and Christopher Alexander and sophomore Conor Janda, and Mrs. Elizabeth Field,
Faculty Moderator of the Human Rights Forum, will represented La Salle College High School at the United Nations’ Convocation from
April 25-28, 2010. They will gather with other students from the USA/Toronto region and will hear addresses and participate in Teach-
Ins by many United Nations’ dignitaries and Church leaders. We ask for your prayers for the success of the Convocation and for the
subsequent efforts of our community to advocate for the ratification of the CRC.
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Mrs. Mary Kay Mullen, Mr. Gerard Brett and Brother William DiPasquale, FSC have been meeting with juniors once a cycle in the student advisory classes about the college search process. Topics covered have been: • Explanation of the college search and application process
• The Common Application
• Anatomy of an admission decision
• Transcript of all grades
• Information available at www.lschs.org/college
• Use of Naviance
• Reflection on experience at La Salle
• Self-survey for the college bound
• Creating a personal profile
• Activities resumes
• Letters of recommendation
• Writing an application essay
• Defining their ideal college
• Creating a college list
• College compare and contrast
• Learning from campus visits
• Types of applications
• College costs and financial aid
• Application process at La Salle
• Career information
Currently students are creating biographical, academic, and activities profiles and are writing on topics of essays commonly required for college applications. The thoughtful completion of these assignments will help the student be prepared for the college application process. In order to earn a passing grade in Group Advisory, all assignments must be completed and turned in by the final class.
The Senior Advisory Class will start in the fall and take the students, step-by-step, through the college application process in general and specifically how it works here at La Salle College High School.
Thank you to Mr. Thomas Barna, Assistant Principal for Academic Affairs, and Mr. Nick Coggins, Director of Curriculum, Instruction and Assessment, for taking the time to speak to each advisory class previous to course registration for next year. They made clear to the students the important role a strong roster of college prep courses in senior year plays in the college admission process.
Any student who has not yet visited college campuses is encouraged to do so over the summer. Written information about colleges is important, but nothing takes the place of a visit. Check out Chapter 5, Learning from Campus Visits, in College Match, the book required for advisory class.
Increasing numbers of students are applying early in the fall and that has an impact on the timing of college visits and SAT examinations. These early deadlines can range from October 15, 2010 to November 15, 2010. Check www.collegeboard.com and www.actstudent.org for testing dates. Also be aware of colleges’ requirements for SAT Subject Tests (www.lschs.org/college).
Thank you to the parents of juniors who took the time to complete the forms sent to you in early March: Criteria for College Selection, Release of Records, and Parent Perspective. If you have not yet returned the forms, please send them to the College Counseling Center. This information will help us counsel your sons by keeping your input in mind.
Check out the College Counseling pages on our website: www.lschs.org/college. The site contains a wealth of information.
One year from now your sons will have registered at a college or university. Their success depends on how well they have developed their talents during these past years and how much they invest themselves in the college search and application process. We encourage them to make good use of their time this summer and return in the fall prepared to make application to colleges on a timely basis.
The College Counselors follow the faculty schedule and are not in the office during the summer. We encourage your sons to see their college counselor with any questions or concerns before the end of the school year. If there is an issue that needs immediate attention during the summer please call Mrs. Kathleen O’Connell, our Administrative Assistant, at extension 4849. Keep in mind that there will be times when Mrs. O’Connell also will be on vacation.
SeniorsSeniors, you are reminded to accept one offer of admission and deposit at one college or university before May 1, 2010 to guarantee your place in their freshman class. Remember to promptly decline offers of admission from the colleges you do not plan to attend.
Congratulations to the Senior Class for their many successes! Thanks to the many people who assisted them in their efforts including parents, teachers, mentors, coaches, and especially the teachers who wrote letters of recommendation on their behalf.
College Counseling CenterMary Kay MullenDirector of College Counseling
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A student’s Grade Point Average (GPA) is a measure
of academic success, but GPA is only part of the
picture. With me, it was a very small part of the
picture. I applied to La Salle second semester
freshman year. I wanted me to start La Salle,
because while I was getting straight A’s in public
school, I wasn’t learning much and felt completely
unchallenged. I wondered what it would be like to
attend a college preparatory school.
I started La Salle in Jan. 2007. Since I had a learning disorder, I attended the David Program for learning support. Dr. Cohen, my Learning Specialist, would tell you I wasn’t prepared for what happened next. She says freshman students are given a gentle introduction to La Salle which lasts until about Thanksgiving. Instead, I entered in January, and I got slammed. Homework came out of my ears. I was lost in a sea of reading assignments. I got more writing assignments in a month at La Salle, than I had all year in public school. I carried home every book in my locker and never got everything done. My dad says he measured the change in my academic progress by a picture he has. He, my uncle, and I were tailgating. Okay, the picture shows that my dad and my uncle were tailgating while I sat on a chair typing homework assignments.
It was not just the number of assignments that blew my mind; I was unprepared for the quality of work La Salle expected. But, in spite of the mounds of homework, I could tell that I loved this school. I loved the teachers who dedicated themselves to teaching. I loved the atmosphere because people cared about each other, and I loved being with students who wanted to learn. What a difference this was from public school!
I must admit that when Dr. Cohen began to review my work, I thought she was a little crazy. She was nice, but she expected my work to be more detailed, my answers more comprehensive, and my knowledge base wider. I could never write a paper where she didn’t find fifteen misspellings, eight missing commas, and a host of other problems that made her suggest I redo it, have the writing
center review it, and then take it to my teacher a few days before the assignment was due… and that was after she had torn it apart. I confess that I didn’t really pay attention to what she wanted, because, well… in public school, I got straight “A’s.” There were times I wanted to say to her, “Look, I know what I’m doing. Maybe you think this is college. I’m still in high school.” I persisted in my attempt to prove that what she suggested was unnecessary, overzealous, and beyond what was expected.
Then I started to get papers back. My eyes became saucers. My nice “A” average disappeared. Getting a “B” became a joyous occasion. Even “C’s” were hard to come by. Within weeks, I was clawing my way out of a hole. I wanted a challenge, and I got one. Dr. Cohen was right. My work wasn’t up to par. I could have easily failed out. Today I can tell you, I have no doubt I would have failed out, had it not been for Dr. Cohen’s constant badgering. I began to realize the importance of using the strategies Dr. Cohen taught me. It took me a while, but I learned ignoring her suggestions was not a good idea.
Little by little, I began to understand what I needed to do. Details were a critical part of every assignment. Making sure that papers were grammatically correct was essential. Seeing my teachers when I didn’t understand something was basic for improving my grades.
My academic success at La Salle was due to several factors including very hard work, using new learning strategies, participating in the David Program, and following the direction that I got from Dr. Cohen. It was not just her; it was everyone in the David Center, all of my teachers, and everybody in the school. It was my parents who never gave up on me. In fact, my success is due to so many factors it is hard to realize them all. I have achieved a great deal in three and a half years. I am more assertive, more confident, more joyous and better educated.
Oh, yeah… you can now measure my success by my GPA. Last semester it was a stunning 3.90.
The Secret Of My Successby Frank Evans ’10
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Take time to review the school year with your son.The end of the year is a great time to reassess your expectations for your teen. Consider doing a school- year review with your son as this academic year draws to a close. Together, discuss how he views his progress:
• Did your son do as well as he had hoped to?
• Does he feel that his report card reflects what he learned?
• What was his favorite class and why?
• What was his least favorite and why?
Reviewing this year gives your teen a “benchmark” to use as he sets academic goals for the next year. Ask him what he would like to improve. Does he want to raise his English grade from a B to a B+? Encourage your son to come up with a list of goals he’d like to accomplish and have him write them down.
Work together to list steps your son will have to take to reach each goal. Is there anything he can do now to reach these goals? For example, he might take a writing class at a local community college over the summer to strengthen his writing skills.
Whatever plan he comes up with, be sure to support him along the way. Knowing that you have high expectations--and that you believe in him – is great motivation for your son to reach his goal.
Lack of effort may be a sign of trouble.“I just didn’t feel like doing it,” your son says when you find out he hasn’t been turning in his math homework. Is he just lacking motivation, or is it something else?
A lack of effort can actually be a “cover up” for a more serious problem. Teens will do a lot to keep parents and teachers from figuring out that they are having trouble understanding a subject. So they’ll pretend they don’t care. They’ll act like the class clown. They’ll “forget” their homework day after day.
If this describes your son, you might want to sit down with the teacher and take a closer look. His “I just don’t care” attitude may be keeping you from seeing that he needs serious help in that class.
If your child is struggling, take action now. He can work with a tutor. He can stay after class for extra help. He can take a summer class. Knowing the real problem is the first step to fixing it.
Help your son finish year-end school projects on time.He has six weeks to work on her last project for history. It’s half his grade for the last marking period. Although he keeps telling you she’s “on top of it,” you aren’t so sure.
The truth is that teens don’t have a very good sense of time. When he thinks that he has six weeks left, he’s forgetting about the math tests, two track meets, and the prom that are coming up.
Nagging won’t work. Instead, help him figure out how to find the time for that project. Here’s how:Sit down with your son and a big calendar.
• Have him cross out the days he won’t be working on the project. He won’t have time on the days of his track meets or on the day of the prom. He needs to also cross off the days he has to work or has other commitments.
• Have him count how many days are left. There will probably be fewer than he thought! He will need to use those days efficiently to get her project finished on time.
• Don’t let him panic. Remind him that the busier people are, the more they often accomplish. He can finish on time, but he will have to get busy – today.
Are you helping your son learn the value of a dollar? Learning how to manage money is a critical skill. Summer is a great time to help your son focus on money management.
Answer yes or no to the questions below to see if you are helping your son become a good money manager:
• Have you helped your son create a budget – and live with it?
• Do you encourage your son to save money? If he has a summer job, he will save some of what he earns.
• Have you helped your son open a checking account with an ATM card? Each month, he can balance that account to see where his money goes.
• Do you have family meetings to discuss your family spending and saving goals?
• Do you avoid bailing your son out when he runs out of money before the end of the week?
How well are you doing? Each yes answer means you’re helping your teen learn the value of money. For no answers, try those ideas.
Respect your teenager’s privacy but know when to get involved.Sometimes, teens tell parents secrets. John uses drugs. Sam’s running away. There’s a big drinking party in the woods on Saturday. Your teen may ask you to respect his privacy after he tells you the truth. Can you?
The answer is sometimes. The reason your son broke up with his girlfriend should stay secret. So should the story behind a neighbor’s divorce.
You want your son to know he can talk to you about anything, but you have to tell what you know if:
• Someone is in immediate danger. If your son tells you that a friend is planning a suicide attempt, you have to tell the teen’s parents.
• You can prevent a dangerous situation. If you learn that some seniors are planning a party with alcohol, it is your responsibility to call their parents.
• You might help. If you can offer advice to a teen in trouble, you might let the teen know that you are available to listen.
It’s hard to believe that I am actually writing my last letter as President. This year has flown by as they all seem to do when your children are in high school. But, what a year it’s been. I feel so blessed to have had the opportunity to make new friends and work side by side with so many dedicated and talented women. Your tireless efforts have helped make La Salle a better place and enriched our sons’ experience.
I can’t thank you enough for all that you have done to make this year an absolute success. From all the volunteers who staged and produced our numerous events to the record number of attendees, your support and generosity are greatly appreciated.
Don’t forget the last general meeting of the year will be held on May 27, 2010 at 7:00 pm. Please come and enjoy our last get together, followed by food and drinks in the courtyard. It will be a great way to end the school year and kickoff the summer season!
On behalf of the Mothers’ Club and the Executive Board, I would like to express my heartfelt gratitude for being part of such a wonderful group of women. You should revel in the knowledge that the Mothers’ Club has once again fulfilled its mission in terms of fundraising and contributing to a stronger community. Most importantly, we have helped our boys on their journey to becoming Men of La Salle.
Warmest regards,
Susan BilottaPresident
Mothers’ Club General Meeting Last Meeting of the YearMay 27, 20107:00 pm Auditorium Following the meeting, food and drinks in the courtyard.
Calendar of EventsMay 2, 2010 Mother/Son Service Project 10:00 am Cafeteria
May 27, 2010 Mothers’ Club Meeting 7:00 pm Auditorium
Mother/Son Service ProjectSunday, May 2, 201010:00 am Cafeteria
The La Salle Mothers’ Club is partnering with Mr. Chuck Cirelli on a service project for mothers and their sons. The project involves making “brown bag” meals for the homeless and less fortunate served by St. Francis Inn in Kensington. We meet on Sundays before the first Monday of the month to prepare the meals. We will be meeting for the last time this school year on Sunday, May 2, 2010 at 10:00 am in the school cafeteria. We will resume again in September. We should be finished in about an hour. All of the food needed to make the meals will be provided. Refreshments will be served. If you have brown paper grocery bags at home please bring them along as we use them to pack the bagged meals.
If you and your son are able to participate in this project, kindly contact:
New York City Trip The 2010 New York Trip was a special day as 300 women (and a couple of men!) travelled to the Big Apple to see the fabulous Broadway production of “Billy Elliott”. Everyone enjoyed coffee, tea and sweet treats before boarding the buses. On the way, our dedicated bus captains served beverages and a delicious boxed lunch. Attendees enjoyed some time on their own and then settled in for the 2:00 pm matinee. A wide variety of restaurants were sampled for an after-matinee dinner before departing for home with more beverages and a snack bag of treats. We could not have made the trip the so great without our “ballet corps” of bus captains. We thank them and all the attendees. It was a wonderful day!
Character Does MatterThe Mothers’ Club Fran Johnson Program funded its second lecture for all students on April 13, 2010. The second part of the presentation, Character Does Matter, was co-sponsored by the Travis Manion Foundation. Eric Greitens of The Mission Continues and Ryan Manion Borak encouraged the boys to “change their lives by one degree” to include more initiative to serve others. Teen issues where summoning character and personal courage can make a difference in outcomes were highlighted such as intervening rather than ignoring situations where others need help and stepping up to stop a bully and/or verbal slander in person or online. Mr. Greitens challenged the boys to “use whatever your unique power is to protect”
Mothers’ ClubSusan BilottaPresident
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Mothers’ Club (continued)
rather than hurt and emphasized that “one man with courage makes a majority.” Both Mr. Greitens and Ms. Borak both emphasized that taking small steps toward a life of strong character and service while a member of the LaSalle community will go a long way toward building rewarding lives as adults.
Fran Johnson Mini-GrantsThe Fran Johnson Lecture Series and Grant Program is also pleased to announce that it has awarded the following grants.
Physics Funding for subscriptions for Webassign homework help for physics students. As students complete individualized homework assignments the program responds, letting him know if he is correct or not. Individualized attention encourages self-reliance and mastery of the concepts. Online homework support is now used by major universities and use at LaSalle will further prepare students for college by familiarizing them with this type of program.
MathFunding for a new computer and software for the Math Resource Center. This technology will provide additional ways for struggling students to practice skill as well as provide a resource to students who want to learn more independently.
HistoryFunding for two History Club lectures. The first will be given on Weds., April 28th at 2:30 by Joseph J. Defelice Esq. and will focus on Civics. The second lecture will take place in early May and will be given by Dr. Michele Hanson who will discuss her book which examines the Protestant Reformation in Germany, specifically how Catholics and Protestants existed peacefully.
Fran Johnson Field Day Friday, April 23, 2010Funding for a fun day of athletic competition and comraderie, refreshments and prizes in memory of beloved faculty member Fran Johnson.
Applications for Fran Johnson grants for the 2010/2011 are currently being accepted from faculty and staff by the Mothers’ Club. Recommendations for speakers for the Fran Johnson Lecture Series are welcome as well and may be forwarded to the attention of the LaSalle Mothers’ Club via the school office.
Alumnae Committee News Donnamaria Dolan, Kathy Caramenico, Pam Grady, Lisa Henrich, Barbara Grelis Houldin, Terry Millet, and Janet McBride
Many thanks to Kathi Clarke, Kim Driscoll, Lisa Henrich, Janet McBride and Maryann Meves who co-chaired this year’s Luncheon for mothers of La Salle alumni, held on April 29th at Whitemarsh Valley Country Club. Guests enjoyed bidding on a beautiful array of silent auction items during the cocktail hour and then headed into the beautifully decorated dining room where stunning centerpieces graced each table. The afternoon featured a video tribute to the late Brother Rene Sterner, FSC, who served as Mothers’ Club Moderator from 1996-2005.
Shared TreasuresMany thanks to everyone – donors and volunteers alike – for your help in making Shared Treasures’ first year a successful one. We will be holding a three day end-of- the year “Blowout Sale” prior to closing for the summer. Sale dates and times are:
Thursday, May 20, 2010 10:00 am to 3:00 pm
Friday, May 21, 2010 10:00 am to 3:00 pm
Saturday, May 22, 2010 9:00 am to 2:00 pm
If you can help out for a few hours on any of these days, please contact Kathy Caramenico at [email protected] and let her know when you’re available. Any time you can give will be greatly appreciated.
Please hold on to any items you might want to give to Shared Treasures until September as we cannot accept donations over the summer.
Click here to see photos of some of our fabulous finds. Better yet, stop by Shared Treasures and be sure to mark your calendar with the dates of our end-of-the-year sale.
“Girls Night Out”The last “Girls Night Out” for mothers of alumni will be held on Thursday, May 20, 2010 at 7:00 pm at the Dunleavy Center. We cordially invite all mothers of the Class of 2010 to join us as we welcome them into our company. Please e-mail Barbara Houldin at [email protected] if you’re able to attend.
Father/Son Baseball OutingSunday, May 2, 2010 9:00 AM
Soon to be sold out – 19 tickets left! The Orioles will be playing the Red Sox and the day will begin at La Salle College High School with a Mass in the Gymnasium at 9:00 am. Buses will leave the school parking lot at 10:00 am. This annual event is one of the most popular events on the school calendar as it provides you with the opportunity to spend a unique day with your son regardless of whether you are a baseball fan or not. This event is also meant to include
Grandfathers, uncles, cousins and those boys who may not have a father (we also will not exclude any mothers that may be interested).
St. Vincent’s Soup KitchenEvery weekend through the end of the school year, the Men of LaSalle will continue our service to those less fortunate in our community, by helping to prepare and serve meals at St. Vincent’s. The Soup Kitchen is located at 109 East Price Street in the Germantown section of Philadelphia. This is a great opportunity for fathers and sons to spend some time together in service to the needy in our community, while at the same time setting an example to give back. Volunteers are needed to prepare food every Saturday and serve every Sunday from 9:30 to
11:30 am and 12:30 to 2:30 pm. No experience is needed, just a desire to spend time together and help others. Please go online to sign up and help make a difference.
2010-2011 Executive BoardAt the April meeting, a slate of candidates was chosen for next years Board that will keep the momentum moving forward. The following slate of candidates has been put forward for the 2010-2011 Executive Board and will be put forward for approval at the final meeting on May 6, 2010.
John Toner ’82President
Porter BushVice President Board Activities
Don CericolaVice President of Father/Son Activities
Steve DuzinskiVice President of Fund Raising
Charles “Ty” Meredith, IVSecretary
Kevin HarveyTreasurer
Parent Annual FundBrett T. Foley ’00 Director of Annual Giving
The 2009-2010 Parent Annual Fund proving once again to be a widely supported and beneficial initiative with over 200 families having already made a gift to the fund. You should have received your mailings at home, and may have heard from a member of our Parents’ Advisory Council. On behalf of the entire La Salle community, we thank everyone who has already supported this worthy cause.
Gifts to this fund specifically support the Professional Development Fund, used by our faculty and administration for continuing education. There are currently fifty-two members of our faculty and staff taking advantage of this fund, seeking advanced degrees and certifications. The continued yearly growth of this fund has allowed La Salle to consistently attract and maintain some of the best and brightest from the teaching profession. Your generosity benefits the dedicated men and women of La Salle, and for this they are greatly appreciative!
To make your gift online, please visit www.lschs.org/gift. For more information on contributing to the Parent Annual Fund or joining the Parents’ Advisory Council, please contact:
Brett Foley ’00Director of Annual Giving [email protected] (215) 402-4812
Men of La SalleBud McGann ‘83President
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An Evening In TuscanySaturday, November 6, 2010
Stephen Duzinski Christine Giaimo
Chairpersons
Donna BennettSusan Bilotta
Auction Coordinators
The Auction welcomes volunteers at all levels to donate their time, treasure, and talent to this important
event. Anyone interested of furthering the efforts of the event by making a donation or volunteering
MEET THE PARENTSBe punctual. Perhaps the greatest sign of respect, which is what a gentleman is all about, is to be on time. Having people wait for you is the equivalent of telling them that you don’t care about them. Bringing a date home “on time” is equally as important as it shows respect for her curfew and rules.
Shake hands firmly and look the person “in the eye”. Your handshake should mirror your personality. You want the other person to think of you as someone resolved, stable, and positive; however, it shouldn’t be a test of your strength. In other words, don’t hurt them. Your grip should be the same for men and women. Most importantly, look the person in the eye as you shake their hand.
The name game.Hopefully, you know your date’s last name. In the event that you do not – learn it as well as how to pronounce it properly. Address her parents as Mr. and Mrs. (Dr. if applicable). Consider using the term “Sir” when speaking with her father. After all, your date’s father is already faced with the trauma of how his daughter is dressed. Couple that with having to spend an evening with you – the least that you can do is refer to him as “Sir.”
Smile for the camera.The photo may not be important to you, but it is for your date and her mother, who is more important than you can possible imagine. Make certain that your date gets copies of any photos. Again, it is important for her mother.
LADIES FIRSTAlways open doors.This is perhaps the most basic rule of all male etiquette. It is also the one of the easiest to follow, so you have no reason to forget it. Whether she is about to enter your car, the restaurant, or anyplace with a door, you should always hold it open. If there are many doors, then hold them open one after the other.
Help her with her coat.Always help a woman put on her coat or wrap. This is a simple, but powerful action.
Help with her seat.Help a woman be seated by pulling her chair out for her and gently putting it back into place – with her seated of course.
Ask if she needs anything and never abandon her.This is one that most guys already do, but it helps complete the gentleman in all of us. Make sure to ask your date if you can get her something to drink (or eat, depending on the situation). Show her that you care about her comfort and needs. Most importantly, never abandon her in favor of your friends or another activity.
GENERAL RULESApply constant verbal grace.Use “excuse me” or “I beg your pardon” for all occasions. You should always use these expressions as an extension of politeness, whether it’s to get someone to move out of your way, to apologize for getting up to go to the men’s room, or to simply signal that you’re about to start a sentence.
Focus on the person with whom you are conversing and do not interrupt.Your attention should always be focused on the person with whom you are talking. Always look at them when listening as well as when you are in control of the conversation. Let people finish what they are saying before adding your comments. Interrupting others is a sign of poor etiquette and a lack of social skills. Again, it’s a question of respect and men who constantly interrupt, come across as egotistical.
Wait for seating before eating.When sitting down for a meal, you should wait until all the guests are properly seated and ready to commence the meal before eating. Everyone should start dining at the same time – this is a subtle but very important rule.
Spring is a busy time for the Art Department. A charity event, a spring musical, and two art exhibits showcasing area high school students’ art helped bring into focus all the work done during the cold winter months.
Montgomery County Community College 32nd Annual High School Exhibition
The Montgomery County Annual High School Exhibit hosted a display of inspiring artwork from participating high schools in Montgomery County. The work was shown in their brand new facility, a lofty, barn shaped structure with ample natural light. This new space offered a truly professional venue for our students’ work. The exhibit ran March 1-19, 2010, with an opening reception and an awards ceremony held on March 7, 2010. Congratulations to the following students who had their work accepted and exhibited in the show: Dennis Anao ’11, Ryan Andris ’10, Michael Brady ’10, Brian Malone ’10, Fred Mischler ’11, Tom Swartley ’10, Matthew Wielgus ’10, and Ian Whelan ’10.
The Archdiocese of Philadelphia held their annual high school art exhibit at La Salle University. La Salle, along with nineteen participating Catholic schools, put up work in the categories of sculpture, painting, drawing and ceramics, in the museum space of the University, housed in the basement of Olney Hall. Congratulations to the following students who had their work accepted and exhibited in the show: Dennis Anao ’11, Zach Belinsky ’10, Rob DeSante ’11, Colin Kelly ’12, Dillon Pierce ’12, Galen Stuski ’10, Tom Swartley ’10, and Beau Whitman ’11.
Poor Man’s SupperWe have Barbara Miller and Bob Scanlon to thank for the success of La Salle’s first fundraising event known as Poor Man’s Supper, held on March 10, 2010. This could only happen through their tireless commitment and perseverance and the help from Campus Ministry and LSC. The event offered a simple meal of soup, bread, and dessert, for a donation of ten dollars. In addition,
diners could select a hand-made ceramic bowl from a wide variety of styles, all created by the Art Department students, the Art Club members, and participating faculty. The funds raised were donated to the Face-To-Face program administered by Mary Kay Meek-Hank ([email protected]), which focuses on the dignity of the homeless, offering a hot meal and a home-like environment to those who often suffer loneliness under extreme hardship and poverty as homeless people. The Face-To-Face mission is summed on their website up as “dedicated to the health, well-being, and stability of our community, Face-To-Face meets basic human needs and reduces suffering. With hospitality, we provide a safe environment and practical tools, which enable people in Germantown to confront personal challenges, empower their lives, and fulfill their unique potential.” La Salle raised over one thousand dollars at this event.
Smokey Joe’s CaféThe spring musical, Smokey Joe’s Café, also called upon the resources and effort of the art department. Mr. Hearn, along with two of his painting students, Zach Belinsky and Matt Wielgus, and the supporting students on the production’s stage crew, constructed and painted flats and staircases for the stage set, to recreate a typical Brooklyn brownstone neighborhood. We want to congratulate all of the students, faculty, and supporting staff on their magnificent job producing a memorable show.
Both the Competition Band and the Lab Band have just concluded a very successful 2010 season:
• The Competition Band once again had a phenomenal season, being awarded with a Superior rating (the highest score range) at every competition.
• This was the Lab Band’s first season in competition, and it still was awarded ratings of Outstanding (the second highest score range) at every competition.
• Nick Owsik ‘12, a trumpeter in the Competition Band, has consistently won Best Soloist awards throughout the season.
• The Competition Band received two best saxophone section awards, two best rhythm section awards, two best trombone section awards, and one best trumpet section award.
• At the final Championship Competition, the Competition Band won a Superior rating along with the best trombone section award. The Lab Band rated Outstanding, and was extremely close to a Superior overall score.
Of particular note are the honors bestowed on James Rose ’11. Jim won the 2010 1st place award in the Flute Society of Greater Philadelphia’s Young Artist Competition with Pvokofiev’s flute sonata in D Major. The FSGP is a group of many professional and student flutists in the Philadelphia Area and Jim will perform at the FSGP’s annual festival concert on May 15, 2010 at which many of the top flutists in Philadelphia will be in attendance.
Other recent successes for the Music program include the highly successful production of Smokey Joe’s Café. Once again, the pit band exhibited its brilliant professionalism. This production was especially demanding because there were forty-two musically demanding songs to be learned and perfected. Anyone who saw the show witnessed the flawless execution of this challenging musical production.
Finally, La Salle’s Music Program Concert season is fast approaching. The Concert Bands are practicing in preparation of what will surely be another phenomenal concert. The program invites anyone and everyone to come and celebrate the end of the school year with the one of the most talented high school bands in the area.
The 2009/2010 school year has been great for La Salle’s Music Program, and the end of the year is sure to bring just as much joy and great music.
Jim Collins – PA State Champ,PSAC Champ, Asst. Coach CentralDauphin HS
Dave Crowell – Head Coach,Nazareth HS
Doug Buckwalter – Head Coach,Central Mountain HS
Scott Goodale – Head Coach,Rutgers Univ.
Tom Martucci – Bloomsburg Univ.,Former Head Coach; NCAAChampion
Anthony Panzarella – Asst. CoachLa Salle College HS
PLEASE CHECKTHE CAMP YOU
WILL BEATTENDING:
❑ Technique Camp (Junior & Senior High)
❑ Elementary Camp
I, the undersigned, individually and as a parent/guardian of ____________________________ (Camper) a minor, ask that he/she beadmitted to participate in the TNT Wrestling Camps. I do hereby agree to release, discharge and hold harmless La Salle College HighSchool, TNT Wrestling Camps, their owners, agents and employees of and from all causes, liabilities, damages, claims or demandswhatsoever on account of any injury or accident involving the said minor arising out of the minor’s attendance at the sport camp or inthe course of competition and/or activities held in connection with the sport camp. I also give permission for my child’s photograph tobe used in promotional material for future camps.PARENT/GUARDIAN SIGNATURE REQUIRED: _____________________________________________________________
CAMP DIRECTORS – CARL POFF & VICTOR STANLEYCARL POFF – Former Lock Haven University Head Wrestling Coach Carl Poff was instrumental in helpingLock Haven University become one of the premier wrestling programs in the nation. Under his guidance, LHUaccumulated an overall record of 167-63-3. He coached LHU to four Pennsylvania Conference championships.The six-time PSAC Coach of the Year and two-time EWL Coach of the Year also coached 80 nationalqualifiers, fourteen All-Americans, two national champions, 30 PSAC champions and 19 EWL champions.
VICTOR STANLEY – Coach Victor Stanley is regarded as one of the top high school coaches in the state.He is currently the head coach at La Salle College High School. During his forty years as a head coach hehas accumulated a 448-165-5 record. He has coached five Pennsylvania State Champions and three NationalPrep All-Americans. Coach Stanley coached Carl Poff at Council Rock High School from 1972-74. He is amember of the Pennsylvania, Lock Haven and Council Rock Halls of Fame.
CAMP INFORMATION
Directions toLa Salle CollegeHigh SchoolFrom Norristown, take Rt. 422E(Germantown Pike) to Bells Mill Rd.Turn left onto Bells Mills Rd. andcontinue until it comes to a deadend. Go right onto Stenton Ave.,continue through light to PapermillRd. Follow Papermill Rd. toCheltenham Ave. and make a right.Proceed uphill to entrance1/3 mile up.
From Rt. 476 (Blue Route), followRt. 476N toward Plymouth Meeting/PA Turnpike. Take Turnpike east toFort Washington Interchange (Exit339). Enter ramp marked Rt. 309S.Continue on Rt. 309S and exit atSpringfield/Papermill. Turn right andfollow Papermill Rd. to the 2ndtraffic light. Turn left ontoCheltenham Ave. and proceeduphill 1/3 of a mile.
2010 TNT WRESTLING CAMP • LA SALLE COLLEGE HIGH SCHOOL
Grade Entering in 2010______________Age________Weight_________
T-Shirt Size ❑ YM ❑ YL ❑ S ❑ M ❑ L ❑ XL ❑ 2X
Free T-Shirts T-shirts will be provided to all campers.
Check In Check in will be held at the main lobby of thecampus of La Salle College High School on Wednesday, June 16from 5 p.m. to 6 p.m. Camp will end at 10:30 a.m. on Saturday,June 19. Early registration is advised.
Time and Schedule Wednesday through Friday,6 p.m.-8:30 p.m.; Saturday 9 a.m.-10:30 a.m.
Fees Cost of the camp is $175 per camper and $150 for eachadditional family member. A $25 discount will be awarded toanyone paying in full before June 1, 2010.
For Further Information Contact Coach Vic Stanleyat 215-348-8027 or Coach Carl Poff at 570-748-7614. Additionalinformation and directions can be found on the web atwww.lschs.org, then click on wrestling.
Brother Aloysius Lumley Memorial Golf OutingMonday, May 24, 2010 Cedarbrook Country Club180 Penllyn PikeBlue Bell, PA 19422
11:30 am Registration12:00 pm Lunch1:00 pm Shotgun Start Dinner to Follow
Shamble Format$175 per personThe price includes green fees, lunch, and dinner.Register as an individual golfer or with additional players.
For additional information, please contact Marty Jackson at (215) 402-4851, or [email protected].
NAME
ADDRESS
CITY/STATE/ZIP CODE
DAYTIME PHONE NUMBER
EVENING PHONE NUMBER
PREFERRED E-MAIL
NAME(S) OF GOLFERS
Please make all checks payable to the La Salle College High School Golf Team.
Return registration form and check to:Marty JacksonLa Salle College High School8605 Cheltenham AvenueWyndmoor, PA 19038
Number of Golfers at $175 each
$ Total for Golf
Hole Sponsor at $100 each Lunch Sponsor for $500 Putting Green Sponsor for $500 Driving Range Sponsor for $500 Cart Sponsor for $500 Halfway House Sponsor for $500 Dinner Sponsor for $1,000
$ Total Sponsors
$ Dinner Only at $50.00
$ Total Enclosed
All sponsors will have their signs displayed prominently on the golf course.
Please include a business card or indicate below the information that you would like included on the sign.
Brother Aloysius Lumley Memorial Golf OutingMonday, May 24, 2010 Cedarbrook Country Club180 Penllyn PikeBlue Bell, PA 19422
11:30 am Registration12:00 pm Lunch1:00 pm Shotgun Start Dinner to Follow
Shamble Format$175 per personThe price includes green fees, lunch, and dinner.Register as an individual golfer or with additional players.
For additional information, please contact Marty Jackson at (215) 402-4851, or [email protected].
NAME
ADDRESS
CITY/STATE/ZIP CODE
DAYTIME PHONE NUMBER
EVENING PHONE NUMBER
PREFERRED E-MAIL
NAME(S) OF GOLFERS
Please make all checks payable to the La Salle College High School Golf Team.
Return registration form and check to:Marty JacksonLa Salle College High School8605 Cheltenham AvenueWyndmoor, PA 19038
Number of Golfers at $175 each
$ Total for Golf
Hole Sponsor at $100 each Lunch Sponsor for $500 Putting Green Sponsor for $500 Driving Range Sponsor for $500 Cart Sponsor for $500 Halfway House Sponsor for $500 Dinner Sponsor for $1,000
$ Total Sponsors
$ Dinner Only at $50.00
$ Total Enclosed
All sponsors will have their signs displayed prominently on the golf course.
Please include a business card or indicate below the information that you would like included on the sign.
Event Rescheduled For May 24, 2010
BasketballFirst TeamTroy Hockady Eddie Mitchell
Indoor TrackFirst Team Tom O’Kane Tom Trainer Beau Whitman
Second Team Andrew Eckert Dylan Gavin Dan LaMorte Nick Molloy Chris Muggler Shawn Quinn Brendan Stone Connell Sykes
Honorable Mention John Curtis Mike DiCandido Keegan Moesta Mike Scott Andrew Stone
Swimming First Team Chris Catalino Phil Letcavage Joe Maginnis Brendan McGoldrick Chris Nunnari Sean Regan Eric Schultz Andrew Sideras David Speese Chris Szekely Rhoads Worster
Second Team Evan Holder J.P. Kelley Tom Knab Brendan Koch Luke Maguire
Wrestling First Team C.J. Burns Nick Burns Matt Cimato Ryan Geiger Casey Kent Joe Mazzi Brian Pflanz Shane Springer P.J. Steinmetz
Second Team Matt Carmody
Honorable Mention Nick Mathis
THE GREG BONO FOUNDATION DODGEBALL TOURNAMENT
At LaSalle College High SchoolMay 22, 2010
Starting at 4:00 pm
Registration Fee for each person is 10$. The fee includes a FREE T-Shirt! Sign-up yourself or your entire team. If you sign-up with less than 6 players we will join you with another group to fill the court.
Three players from LaSalle High School must be on the Team in order to invite other high school friends.
2010
FOOD&
DRINKSWILL BE
AVAILABLE!
THE GREG BONO FOUNDATION DODGEBALL TOURNAMENT
At LaSalle College High SchoolMay 22, 2010
Starting at 4:00 pm
Registration Fee for each person is 10$. The fee includes a FREE T-Shirt! Sign-up yourself or your entire team. If you sign-up with less than 6 players we will join you with another group to fill the court.
Three players from LaSalle High School must be on the Team in order to invite other high school friends.
2010
FOOD&
DRINKSWILL BE
AVAILABLE!
Congratulations and Best of Luck to the Class of 2010Ryan Gerald AndrisMark Joseph AngeloneMark AngiolilloGrant Dennis AtherholtSean Robert AtkinsonChristian Thomas BachMichael Joseph BambiMichael J. BaneckerDavid Andrew BeaversWilliam Francis Begley, IVZachary Martin BelinskyJames R. BenischeckMichael Edward BennettKristian J. BenzThomas Joseph BenzKieran Clifford BerkeryAnthony Giles BianchiniJohn William BiegalskiJean-Paul S. BonnyDaniel Michael BowersMichael Edward BradyShane Martin BradyKevin Owen BreenCraig Carlyle BuntingThomas J. BurgmannWilliam Kevin BurkeCharles J. Burns, VThomas J. Campbell, IVMichael Robert CamusiChristian Lucas CardinalDevlin E. CareyRyan Michael CareyRyan James CarlinJohn Conor CarmodySean Peter CarrKevin Patrick CaseyMichael S. CaseyJohn Francis CassidyMatthew J. CatanesePatrick Thomas CeroDavid Michael CinqueStephen Edward CiufoDaniel T. ClarkKevin William ClarkEvan James ClearyAnthony Michael CognettiJohn A. CorrRobert William CostelloMichael William CoyleSean Matthew Crane
Matthew A. CroneVincent J. CucéAdam Michael Cunningham, Jr.Joseph Aloysius DalyMartin Patrick Kraft D’AmicoJoseph John Deegan, IIIMichael Christopher DeMariaBrian David DerrTimothy P. DiasioMatthew Mark DiGiacomoDonald James DigneyChristopher J. DiLaurenzoJames J. DiMezza, Jr.Stephen Raymond DonovanBrian T. DorseyPaul Alexander DowdsTimothy Michael DurkinChristopher Michael EdgerColin Andrew EisenschmidJohn Isaiah EricssonFrank Anthony EvansJohn P. Farris, IIMichael Wood FasanoSamuel A. FelecciaLaurence P. Finnegan, IVKevin Patrick FoleyMichael Ryan FoleyGregory George FoosMichael Henry FoxNolan A. FunchionKevin Bernard GattiDylan Patrick GavinAlexander Donald GeckGregory Stephen GeigerRichard P. GettsGeorge Joseph GiovinazzoDaniel Joseph Goodwin, IVKevin Patrick GreenfieldMatthew Ryan GroverVincent Mark Gryscavage, IIICosmo Albert GuerraBrian G. HaeslerIan Aloysius HaneyKevin Gerard HarveyBrian Gibson HavardPatrick Eamon HeckBrian Patrick HigginsPatrick Joseph HigginsTroy C. Hockaday, Jr.Connor Hoffman
Michael Joseph HollandMatthew James HolvaDerek M. HunterKieran T. HyerDaniel W. HymanSean Riordan JandaSteven Mengel JonesChristopher Herbert KaemmerChristopher Joseph KarolyPatrick T. KeenanEdmund F. Kehan, IIIWilliam Daniel KelloggJames J. Kelly, IIIStephen T. KellyJohn Peter KlusekThomas Robert KnabPeter John KnowlesRobert Joseph KowalskiTheodore C. Kradzinski, IIIMatthew Joseph KrolNathan Scott KuryloJoseph Henry KwasizurPatrick J. LaFataDaniel A. LaMorteKyle Shepherd LePrevostPhilip Gerard LetcavageMichael E. LindsayDale Edsel Lintner, IIIDaniel Sullivan LosierAndrew LougheryNicholas Cameron LuceSeamus B. MacCroryJohn E. MadrakKevin Patrick MahonStephen Paul Mainardi, IIBrian Henry MaloneJames Thomas MarkleyFrancis M. MartinoNicholas Gerard MathisSeamus Michael McCulloughCharles Thomas McDonald, IIIRyan Patrick McElroySean Michael McGannMatthew T. McGlynnBrendan Peter McGoldrickConor James McGonigleFrancis Xavier McGorry, IIIPaul John McGrathWilliam James McHugh
Ryan David McKennaChristopher Joseph McLarenKevin Gregory MedvedD. Wesley MeehanPatrick Gerard MellorVincent James MigliareseJames Edward MillsMaitland Pollock MinderjahnNicholas Philip MindicinoDevon D. MinorKevin Patrick MintonNicholas Edward MolloyPatrick Joseph MonahanRyan Patrick MoranG. Joseph MoroneyAndrew James MortonPhilip Joseph Moyer, IIIQuinlan John MulhollandGarrett Paul NesbittSean Robert O’ConnellBrian J. O’Donnell, Jr.Thomas Vincent O’KaneTimothy Andrew PeiferSamuel Dominic PeloneOnix Alexander Perez-MasRobert Sean PhillipsShane Harrison PierceNicholas I. PillaJoseph Vincent Piotrowski, IVTimothy Edward PlamondonGregory B. PorterJustin Michael PowerWhitney Paul PrendergastAndrew Carl PrimaveraMatthew Adam QuagliaDerek Stephen QuinnShawn Douglas QuinnChristopher M. RazzanoPatrick Gorman ReschWarren Michael ResnickJeremy John RichAlexander James RichardsonDean Thomas RipleyIsaac Hoover RobertsTravis John RobertsAllen Joseph Rodriguez, Jr.Andriy RoyikAndrew Michael RussinRyan Austin SaraceniRobert Scanlon, Jr.
Mark W. SchnuppMichael Joseph SchoenNikolas Jűrgen SchreiberFrancis John Schuck, Jr.Michael David ScottJohn Alexander SczepanskiTaylor Christian SearleZachary Kurt SeigelThomas J. Seminack, Jr.Floyd E. ShafferAndrew G. SiderasStephen James SinnottAdam David SouchikConnor Michael SpielmanMichael Anthony StanowskiAndrew Joseph StaudtJeffrey Richard SternJames Clarence StevensonGalen I. StuskiThomas F. SwartleyVincent Valentin SzczesniakSteven Joseph SzostakHeath Carl Thomas, Jr.William Andrew ThomasJoshua O. ThornJohn P. Toner, Jr.Brendan Paul TramoJustin Tyler TrommelloBrendan Patrick TurnerJohn Bradley UlanJake Francis UllmannMark Gerard VentrescaTimothy James VogelNicholas Joseph Volpe, Jr.Luke Andrew VranckenShawn J. WarrenderJohn A. WeinrichRyan Gregory WernerIan Mathieu WhelanGary J. White, Jr.Matthew R. WielgusKevin McHugh WilkinsKirk Charles WilsonDaniel Thomas WoodJohn Rhoads WorsterBrently N. WrightBrian P. ZiffBrendan Walter ZipfelLogan Edward Zysk
The Official Newsletter of La Salle College High School
PresidentBrother Richard Kestler, FSC ’60
PrincipalJoseph L. Marchese
Vice President of Institutional AdvancementDaniel L. McGowan
Director of Communications and Public RelationsChristopher M. Carabello ’82
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The Belcroft welcomes articles and submissions from the entire La Salle Community. The deadline for submissions is the fifteenth day of themonth prior to the date of publication. All submissions received after the fifteenth of the month will not be included in the upcoming issue; rather, will be considered for inclusion in a future issue.
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May 2010Volume Nineteen Number 9
The Belcroft is named in honor of the mansion that first occupied the campus of La Salle College High School. Built in 1927, the home of Clarence M. Brown now serves as the residence of the Christian Brothers Community.
Calendar of Events May 2010 1 SAT I and II
Junior Prom 7:30 pm
2 Mother/Son Service Project
3-21 AP Exams
5 Early Dismissal 1:35 pm
6 Feast of St. John Baptist de La Salle
Men of La Salle Meeting 6:30 pm
7 Founder’s Holiday No Classes
Senior Prom 7:00 pm
9 Mothers’ Day
10 Spring Band Concert 7:15 pm
11 Alumni Board Meeting 7:30 pm
12 Board of Trustees Meeting 2:30 pm
13 Feast of the Ascension
17 Art Exhibit 6:15 pm
Spring Choral Concert 7:30 pm
21 End of Fourth Marking Period
24-28 Second Semester Exams
27 Mothers’ Club Meeting 7:00 pm
31 Memorial Day No Classes
Spring Band ConcertMonday,May10,20107:15pmAuditorium
Spring Choral ConcertMonday,May17,20107:30pmAuditorium
27th Annual Arts Festival May17,20106:15pm
Design By: Dennis Anao ’11, Zach Belinsky ’10, Michael Brady ’10, Brian Malone ’10, Fred Mischler ‘11, Tom Seminack ’10, Tom Swartley ’10, Ian Whelan ’10, and Matt Wielgus ‘10
