SPELLMAN

SPRING 2019

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Dear Spellman Alumni and Friends,

As we enter into the Spring, I am always thrilled to see the power of nature in the cycle of the seasons. It is no mere coincidence that our celebration of Easter coincides with life reborn in the natural world. Trees begin to show their buds, flowers start to show their colors, and the animal kingdom returns to full activity. In much the same way, spiritually, we leave the fasting and abstinence of Lent and enter into the glorious celebration of Easter.

I ask that you take a moment to reflect during this Easter season and pray in a special way for the students and faculty of Cardinal Spellman High School. They are the new life and the new hope for the future.

Our students will leave Spellman with a foundation of faith and morals that was strengthened by the education they received at Spellman. That is a blessing many may not realize immediately, but will carry with them for the rest of their lives.

A Spellman experience is more than an education, it is a formation. Our faculty are influencing not just the minds of our students, but the whole person, academically, socially, and spiritually. Through superior academic coursework, a myriad of clubs, and teams, and numerous spiritual activities, Spellman students enter their colleges and universities more prepared than most to meet the current challenges that society places before them.

It is always thanks to you, the alumni and friends of Spellman, that so much of this is possible. Although the current tuition at Spellman ($8,800 for the 2018-19 school year) remains reasonable, the actual cost per student is over $11,000. The work of our Advancement Team is instrumental in closing that gap so that we can continue to provide the best opportunity for a Catholic high school education in the Bronx.

We advertise Spellman as a school “where boys and girls with dreams become men and women of vision.” You are now those men and women of vision. Your Spellman experience helped to form you. Your vision is making a difference in the world. Keep up the good work that you do and continue to keep the current students in your prayers.

God bless,Dan O'Keefe President and Principal

FROM THE PRESIDENT

The Spellman Magazine is published two times a year by the Office of Advancement.

Editor in Chief & Director of Annual Giving | Delia Rivera

Senior Vice President, Advancement | John W. McGrath

Prospect Research Manager | Nydia Arezza

Office & Database Manager | Cathleen DiMuro

Consultant, Advancement | Hayrim Byun

Office Assistant | Julie Cominsky

Contributors | Susan Ayson, Caleb Buchanan, John Farrell, Jeri Faulkner ’75,

Stephanie Hoina ’83, Kyle O’Donnell, Daniel O’Keefe, Rita Piliero, Delia Rivera,

Collin Smith ’94

Photography | John Farrell, Kyle O’Donnell, Delia Rivera, Lifetouch

Design | Rose Creative Group

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his past October, Spellman welcomed alumni, students, family and friends as the 12th

Annual Support Our Spellman Students (S.O.S.S.) Scholarship Brunch was held at the New

York Athletic Club at Travers Island. This yearly event, sponsored by Spellman Board of Trustees member, Gerald Adolph ’71, helps raise money for the S.O.S.S. Scholarship Fund, which provides emergency financial assistance to families in need. Since 1998, the S.O.S.S. Fund has helped pay tuition for more than 650 students and has distributed over $1,500,000 to students who would not have been able to continue their Spellman education. This year Spellman honored Mr. John Endres ’71 and Mrs. Jennifer Rivera-Velez ’96 with the Alumni Leadership Award for their years of continued support to their alma mater. Faculty member Mr. John Schoenberg was also honored with the Community Leadership Award for his commitment and dedication to the mission of Cardinal Spellman High School.

John Endres ’71 is an integral member of the Spellman family, having served on the Alumni Association Board for over 22 years (20 as Vice President). Born and raised in the Parkchester section of the Bronx, John graduated from St. Helena's Elementary School and entered Cardinal Spellman in the fall of 1967. An honor student and athlete, John ran Cross Country and Indoor/Outdoor Track all four years and was co-captain in senior year. After graduation, he earned a BBA in Accounting from Iona College. For over 30 years, he was Controller for Petrillo Builders Supply and for the last 10 years, Controller for Cold Mix Manufacturing Corp. He is married to his wife, Diane, for 40 years and they have 3 daughters (all proud Spellman grads): Pam O'Sullivan '99, Jeanine Verde '02, and Lauren Endres '08. John and Diane are blessed with 4 grandchildren: Brendan, Kaitlin, Colin and Marie.

Jennifer Rivera-Velez ’96 has led Spellman’s Development and Alumni Relations

Department for the last ten years. As Vice President of Advancement, together with her team, she helped elevate fundraising and alumni initiatives, establishing the Golf Outing and Homecoming events. Notably, she helped lead the most successful capital campaign in Spellman’s history and for the last two years, increased annual giving to over $2 Million dollars, a Spellman first! Jennifer holds a Bachelor of Science in Communications from St. John’s University and is also a New York State Notary Public. Additionally, she is Co-Chair of Metropolitan Catholic Advancement Professionals (Met CAP), a networking support group for development executives. This past fall, she transitioned with her husband, Will, and daughter, Aurora, to Florida. She is greatly missed!

John Schoenberg, for the past 16 years, has been a dedicated faculty member in the Spellman Social Studies Department. Notably, John began teaching in 2003 as his fourth career! His prior experience as an Independent Business Owner and positions at Prudential Insurance, Chase Insurance Agency and Chase Bank have been an asset in teaching Spellman’s Business and Marketing classes. In 2007, John initiated the Pep Rally and senior sweatshirt sales in his senior classes which have benefited the S.O.S.S. Fund. He holds a Bachelors and Masters Degree in Social Studies Secondary Education from Molloy College. He currently lives in New Hyde Park, Long Island with his wife of 37 years, Dr. Laura Gray Schoenberg. They have 3 children, Diana (engaged to be married in 2019), Paul and Brian (attending Mount St. Mary College). The brunch featured riveting performances by the renowned Spellman Gospel Sensations, under the tutelage of faculty member and alumna, Ms. Mila Bello ’00. Several Spellman student scholarship recipients also took the podium to express their gratitude and appreciation to the honorees and all supporters of the scholarship programs at Spellman.

The Gospel Sensations

Honorees John Schoenberg, Jennifer Rivera-Velez ’96 and John Endres ’71

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12TH ANNUAL Support Our Spellman Students Scholarship Brunch

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Dan O’Keefe with John Endres ’71 and Joseph DeFazio ’71

Dan O’Keefe with Jennifer Rivera-Velez ’96

Dan O’Keefe with John Schoenberg and Diana Schoenberg

HONORED DEDICATED ALUMNI SUPPORTERS

SPELLMAN WELCOMES

This year, we welcome a new Senior Vice President of Advancement, John McGrath. Mr. McGrath joined Cardinal Spellman High School in December 2018 and is heading up the Advancement team for planning and leading fundraising efforts including a capital campaign.

Mr. McGrath brings his extensive and successful background in professional development and organizational leadership, spanning 20 years of professional fundraising. Most recently, he comes from Memorial Sloan Kettering where they recently completed a $4.6 billion capital campaign.

A native New Yorker, Mr. McGrath went to St. David’s Elementary School and Canterbury School. Mr. McGrath received his Bachelor’s Degree from Clark University and holds a Masters of Public Administration from Baruch College’s Executive Program.

He is serving as Treasurer of now forming not-for-profit, Friends of St. Thomas. Mr. McGrath is involved in his local church and also counsels at Memorial Sloan Kettering.

Mr. McGrath currently lives in Northern Westchester with his wife and son who attends St. Patrick’s Elementary in Bedford.

New Senior Vice President of Advancement

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$50,000 Matching Pledge for the Fred Calaicone Scholarship!Thanks to the generosity of an anonymous donor, the Fred Calaicone Scholarship is well on its way to being fully endowed! As a beloved coach and mentor, Fred touched the hearts and minds of so many of our alumni. It is fitting that we honor Fred’s memory by making this scholarship permanent. Please join in this effort. Every dollar you donate to this scholarship will be matched up to $50,000!

www.cardinalspellman.org/calaiconescholarship

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A special thank you to the de Nicola Family, who recently awarded scholarships to 40 young men and women attending Catholic high schools in the Archdiocese of New York. Working with the scholarship office at the Archdiocese of New York, Anthony and Christie de Nicola chose 40

students from local elementary schools to receive this award, based on academic achievement. 21 of those students are currently enrolled at Spellman. What an amazing testament to the dedication of the de Nicola family to the future of Catholic education!

The de Nicola Scholars Stand Out At Spellman

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For the past 22 years, Spellman has celebrated its Annual Alumni Memorial Mass and Brunch. This past November members of the Spellman community returned to the school for this wonderful tradition to honor the lives of our fellow Spellmanites and family members who have gone before us into eternal rest. The Mass was celebrated by Reverend

Luke Leighton and was assisted by Deacon Paul Carris ’73 in the Mercedes & Rafael Collado Memorial Chapel. Splendid music was provided by the angelic Spellman Gospel Sensations. Immediately following the Mass, the Cardinal Spellman High School Alumni Office hosted a brunch in the cafeteria for all attendees. Thank you all who participated in this event.

ALUMNI MEMORIAL MASS & BRUNCH

22nd ANNUAL

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Classes of 1973, 1978, 1988, 1998, 2003, 2008, 2013

SPELLMAN PRIDE ON FULL DISPLAY AS CLASSES REUNITE

During a two-night event, classes returned to Spellman to celebrate their anniversary. The classes of 1998, 2003, 2008, and 2013 returned on Friday, November 16th, and met up in their own personal sections in the converted disco/lounge gymnasium. The classes of 1973, 1978, and 1988 followed on Saturday, November 17th. Each class enjoyed outstanding food catered by Gemelli’s and Posto 22, took advantage of the photo booth and school tours given by current students, and danced the night away with our alumnus DJ, Stephen Sanchez ’10. Everyone had a wonderful time!

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CLASS OF 1983 CELEBRATES 35TH REUNIONOn September 22nd members of the class of 1983 gathered at the Doubletree Hilton in Tarrytown, NY to party like it was….well, 1983! Over one hundred graduates celebrated their 35th reunion in style, enjoying good food, good fun, and most importantly, each other. Attendees from near and far danced the night away happily, channeling their high school selves, if only for a brief few hours. And when the clock struck 11PM the party continued at the hotel bar, where classmates who couldn’t make the main event added their presence to the “after hours” festivities. No one wanted the night to end! Plans are already under way for a 40th reunion Halloween bash. If you weren’t able to attend you can see pictures and join the class’ virtual reunion at https://www.facebook.com/groups/329723470448141/.

CLASS OF 1993 CELEBRATES 25TH REUNION The class of 1993 held their 25th reunion this past fall at The Riverview in Hastings on Hudson. It was a great turnout and many got the chance to look back on their time at Spellman as their former teachers made an appearance. Ms. Faulkner, Ms. Greco, Mrs. Mazzo, Mr. Opper and Mr. Roesner were all in attendance and sponsored by students from the class. From seeing friends that are like family, dancing and reminiscing, taking a ridiculous amount of pictures, and a beautiful champagne toast, it was as if time had never passed. Committee member, Cindy DeLeon created an amazing slide show that included senior pictures of each student in attendance, as well as, collected pictures of all the amazing times spent at the school. Also, remembered were those that were no longer with us from their class. The Class of '93 raised enough money to continue the tradition of giving the school a class gift, as well as, making a donation to the late Coach Michele Muccio’s daughters. They are looking forward to making their 30th reunion even bigger and better.

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55th AnniversarySPELLMAN'S FIRST GRADUATING CLASS CELEBRATES THEIR

T his past November, 12 alumni from the very first graduating class of Cardinal Spellman High School returned to celebrate their 55th Anniversary reunion. The Class of 1963 gathered in the Anne Gevlin Little Theater for an afternoon brunch. They were greeted by current students and Spirit of ’63 Scholarship recipients, Marc Cuadra and Shanice Sinclair. The class enjoyed telling stories of their “pioneering years” and Terry McCormack, affectionately known as

Mr. Spellman, shared stories of any classmate that was unable to attend but submitted comments. The afternoon included a tour of the school and athletic fields given by the two students. A great time was had by all!.

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50TH ANNIVERSARY REUNION

Class of 1968 Celebrates

Over 120 alumni reunited in Cardinal Spellman High School to celebrate their golden anniversary. The Class of 1968 began the evening with a Mass in the Spellman Chapel, celebrated by their classmate Reverend Jack Arlotta ’68. Following the Mass, Nick Mancini ’10 and Posto 22 provided cocktails and appetizers as well as a superb ambiance in the beautifully transformed cafeteria. Music that brought back fond memories of everyone’s time at Spellman was

being played as guests reminisced and took the time to browse at a memorabilia table and a special memorial display of class members that are no longer with us. The following day the celebration continued as some of the alumni returned for a BBQ lunch. The combined reunion committee worked tirelessly to make sure everything went smooth, and by the looks of it and all the positive feedback, everyone had an extraordinary time!

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Posto 22 Restaurant Monday, April 1, 2019 4:00pm – 10:00pm752 North Ave, New Rochelle, NY 10801Make sure to mention Cardinal Spellman to your server and the school will receive a portion of all orders!*

DINE-OUT NIGHTS

Westchester Taco Grill Monday, May 6, 20194:00pm – 10:00pm712 North Ave, New Rochelle, NY 10801 Make sure to mention Cardinal Spellman to your server and the school will receive a portion of all orders!*

A delicious way to raise money

and show your school pride!

*This promotion cannot be combined with a gift card or any other discount.

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OF THE BRONX/WESTCHESTER FOOD...FUN...FAMILY...FUNDRAISING!

Location: Spellman’s Chirico Dining Hall Parking available in the Spellman lot/Baychester Avenue; enter building through the Bronze Doors.

Experience cuisine from local restaurants and caterers, as well as, raffles to benefit the Sal Schiazza Scholarship Fund.

Wednesday, April 3, 20195:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

TICKETSinclude food samples and water; cash bar available.

50/50 RAFFLE

ADULTS: $20 STUDENTS/CHILDREN: $10Purchase at door or online: www.cardinalspellman.org/taste

WAYS TO SHOP AND HELP CARDINAL SPELLMAN

Visit www.stopandshop.com and select Savings & Rewards. Follow the prompts to create your online account.  You’ll need your 13-digit Stop & Shop Card number and the School ID # 08497If you don’t know your Stop & Shop card number, call 1-877-366-2668 Option #1

Amazon donates 0.5% of the price of your eligible purchases to Spellman when you shop at smile.amazon.com. AmazonSmile is the same Amazon you know, same products, same prices, same service, with the added benefit of supporting Cardinal Spellman High School.

EACH PURCHASE YOU MAKE WILL HELP EARN MONEY FOR CARDINAL SPELLMAN HIGH SCHOOL!

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181 FY18 Contributors who have given 10 or more years

88 FY18 Contributors who have given 20 or more years

SPELLMAN By the Numbers

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2018 TOTAL GIVING

$1,002,802.82*TOTAL DONORS:

1,254*

More than 50% of students receive financial aid

351New/First Time Donors

120 PointsSpellman’s African American and Latino students score 120 points higher on the SAT exam than the National Average.

Matching Gift Contributions

$35,777.03*

50%

*Preliminary totals for the period ended 1/31/19

Thank you to all alumni, friends, corporations, foundations and Trustees who have contributed to Spellman’s year of fundraising.

TOTAL GIVING RESULTS 2018-19:ANNUAL FUND $330,225.87

ANN’S LUNCH BOX $17,715.00

SCHOLARSHIPSS.O.S.S FUND$141,341.40

OTHER SCHOLARSHIPS $223,762.75

CAPITAL INCOMETHE NEXT CHAPTER CAPITAL CAMPAIGN $222,717.80

OTHER RESTRICTED INCOME $67,040.00

$41MILLION

in Scholarships for College

99%of Cardinal Spellman’s graduates go to college.

CARDINAL SPELLMAN HIGH SCHOOL BEGINS NEW ACADEMIC YEAR WITH MASSTO BEGIN THE 2018 – 2019 ACADEMIC YEAR, 1,400 students from Cardinal Spellman High School, accompanied by the administration, faculty, and staff, gathered together in September for the annual Mass of the Holy Spirit held at the start of each new school year. The principal celebrant this year was Father Peter Pilsner, Director of Spiritual Activities, who was joined by Father James O’Shaughnessy and Father Luke Leighton C.F.R. who assisted at the Mass.

Immediately following the Mass, the new Student Body President, Shyna Quadras, and Vice-President, Mikayla Wray, were administered the oath of office by Mr. Daniel O’Keefe, President and Principal of Cardinal Spellman. Each

spoke briefly to the students, encouraging them to excel in academics and also to join one of the many athletic teams and school clubs at Spellman. In the upcoming school year, the President and Vice President, together with the Executive Committee of Student Government, will organize and coordinate various school-wide events and activities including the annual Pep Rally, Spirit Week, International Culture Day, Give a Gift at Christmas time for children in the community, Candy Grams for Valentine’s Day, Teacher Appreciation Day, the junior year boat ride, and school dances.

Student Government Executive Committee: Ms. Maria Piri ’82) and Mr. Kyle O’Donnell (Assistant Principals), Ms. Cristina Rosado

(Moderator of Student Government), Matthew Munoz, Josmeyri Lora, Sereena Morrison, Shyna Quadras (Student Body President),

Mikayla Wray (Student Body Vice President), Brianna Aponte, Tatiana Falu, Madison Reyes, Mr. Daniel O’Keefe (President and

Principal), and Mr. Collin Smith ’94 (Assistant Principal)

STUDENT STORIES

SCHEDULE FOR THE DAY

10:30AM:RegistrationDriving Range/Putting Green Open

11:00 AM:BBQ lunch

11:30AM:Putting ContestWin a Cash Prize

12:30 PM:Shotgun start

6:00 PM:Cocktail Hour & Auction

7:00 PM:Dinner & Awards Ceremony

10TH ANNUAL GOLF OUTING & ALUMNI DINNER To Benefit the Cardinal Spellman High School Student Scholarship Fund

MONDAY, JUNE 10, 2019The Wykagyl Country Club, New Rochelle, New York Cost Per Person $395 | Dinner Only Price $150

CHANCE AUCTIONS:

$100 FOR 25 CHANCES TO

WIN AMAZING PRIZES

SIGN UP TO PLAY/SPONSORSHIPS www.cardinalspellman.org/golfouting

NEW VENUE!

The Wykagyl Country

Club

GOLF PACKAGESSOLD ULTIMATE CARDINAL SPONSOR: $20,000 Includes 2 Foursomes | Exclusive Sponsorship | Title Sponsor recognition for Golf Outing | Logo placement in all printed materials and signage | Golf and Dinner with an athlete for each foursome | 2 Premium Hole Sponsorships | VIP Table at Dinner

10TH ANNUAL CHAMPION SPONSOR: $15,000Includes 2 Foursomes | Exclusive Sponsorship | Dinner Sponsor | Logo placement in select printed materials | Golf and Dinner with an athlete for one foursome | 2 Hole Sponsorships | VIP Table at Dinner

ALL-STAR SPONSOR: $8,000 Includes 1 Foursome | Cocktail Hour Sponsor | Logo placement in select printed materials | Hole Sponsorship | VIP Table at Dinner

DIAMOND “S” SPONSOR: $5,000 Includes 1 Foursome | Lunch Sponsor | Hole Sponsorship | Reserved Table at Dinner

CORPORATE SPONSOR: $3,000 Includes 1 Foursome | Recognition as Corporate Sponsor in select event materials | Hole Sponsorship

NON-PLAYING SPONSORSHIPSGOLF CART SPONSOR: $5,000 | Sponsor name will be displayed on all golf carts GOLF BALL SPONSOR: $3,000 | Sponsor name will be displayed at registrationCLOSEST TO PIN / LONG DRIVE SPONSOR: $3,000 | Sponsor signage will be displayed at the contest holesSOLD BEVERAGE CART/STATION SPONSOR: $2,500 | Sponsor branding on beverage cart and stationsPUTTING CONTEST / DRIVING RANGE SPONSOR: $1,000 | Sponsor signage at putting green during contestHOLE SPONSOR: $500 | Sponsor signage at a tee box

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SPONSORED BY

WORLDS CHANGED BY SPELLMANITES IN THE SPIRIT OF CHRISTIAN SERVICE

AS THE NEW DIRECTOR of Christian Service and Ann’s Lunchbox, I am honored to build on the foundation of my predecessor and our First Director, Ms. Kathy Alexander. Kathy’s outstanding leadership has blessed the office and its work with many well-trained, dedicated and impressive student volunteers who direct new Spellman students in their new Christian Service work. This past fall, I was privileged to join Mr. O’Keefe, our President and Principal, in inducting 40 new seniors into the still new Circle-S Society for students who have amassed at least 150 hours of Christian Service work in their first three school years. From tutoring aspiring learners, to feeding the homeless, to caring for the elderly at our nursing homes, the spirit of Spellman Christian Service continues to touch the lives of hundreds of New Yorkers who need the compassion of Christ the most. Our students are always looking for new opportunities for service. We encourage our Alumni to contact the office if you have such opportunities.

The work of Ann’s Lunchbox continues to provide for students who have an occasional or sustained need for free lunch assistance. We appreciate the donations that have been sent by our benefactors and alumni. I want to thank Mr. O’Keefe and Ms. Elizabeth Healy, our Vice-President of Finance, for all their sustained and increased support for this great program. I can assure you that our students are very grateful for your support and donations on their behalf. Please pray for the student-volunteers who serve their peers and even make donations to the program. www.cardinalspellman.org/alb

Mr. Caleb Buchanan,Director of Christian Service and Ann’s Lunchbox

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Above Left: Model U.N. Winners Joyce Allen-Marks and Leann Shaw with Mr. Caleb Buchanan

Above Right: Taeylor Carnegie-Salmon, Saskia Ivery and Akerah Lewis take top honors in their division of 100 schools

SPEECH AND DEBATE AND MODEL UNITED NATIONS CLUBS

THE FORENSICS CLUBS ARE ALIVE, strong and successful at Cardinal

Spellman High School. We have public speaking teams that represent all four year levels with dynamic new and veteran members. They have

achieved success in the NYUDL Championship Tournament

Qualifiers, especially at Bronx Collaborative High School, and Model

United Nations Clubs so far in various tournaments; the most victorious at Columbia University in November 2018.

At Bronx Collaborative High School, the Speech and Debate Team won a record number of awards and honors, taking the most awards for new speakers. The League Commissioner publicly recognized our achievement as a tribute to Justice Sotomayor’s Legacy in Our Debate Team.

The Cardinal Spellman Model United Nations Team also dominated competition at Columbia University earning numerous honors, including “Most Improved Delegate” in The Pirate Republics Assembly, Best Delegate honors in the Council of King Charles II, 1665, and honorable mention in the Council of King Charles II.

There is a bright future in Forensics at Cardinal Spellman High School. We continue to build on the legacy of all Spellman Forensics Alumni. With this legacy we aim for nothing less than Championship Honors for years to come.

STUDENT STORIES

SPELLMAN STUDENTS CELEBRATE THE CHRISTMAS SEASONSTUDENTS AT CARDINAL SPELLMAN HIGH SCHOOL displayed their Christmas spirit this holiday season on the evening of December 20th in the school auditorium during the annual Christmas Concert. The audience was entertained by the Spellman Concert Band, String Ensemble, Dance Club, Gospel Choir, Step Team, Twirlers, Fine Arts Dance Class, and Flag Corps. A great variety of music was presented under the supervision of Mr. John Johnson, Band Director, Ms. Mila Bello '00, Moderator of the Gospel Choir and Ms. Tatiana Ferrer, Director of the String Ensemble. Mr. Daniel O’Keefe, President and Principal of Spellman, concluded the evening with the reading of the Nativity story

Another Christmas tradition at Spellman, the Give-A-Gift program, was once again a success through the organization and hard work of Student Government. Over 150 presents of clothing and toys were donated by students, faculty, and staff. Each was individually wrapped and delivered to children to six organizations in the Bronx and Yonkers. Ms. Rosado, Moderator of Student Government, and the Spellman Senators sorted the presents and prepared them for delivery. The students, through their generosity, made the Give-A-Gift program a success this Christmas Season.

WALTER OHAMS of the Class of 2019 made it clear when he entered 9th grade in 2015, that his dream was to be accepted into Harvard University. That dream came true when he received his early decision last month. After years of hard work and always believing in himself, Walter is ranked number 1 in his class of 323 seniors with a GPA of 99.45%. He is a member of the National Honor Society and the Drama Monologue Club. In addition, he is a Varsity athlete, competing in Cross Country and Track. Congratulations to Walter! We wish him much success in all his future endeavors.

SPELLMAN SENIOR GETS EARLY ADMISSION TO HARVARD!

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WINNERS SELECTED

FOR THE MARYAM ADIB MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIPCONGRATULATIONS TO JUNIORS, Hedon Buqaj and Lilian Igwe, on winning the Maryam Adib Memorial Scholarship essay competition. This $4,000 endowed scholarship was made possible by friends of the Adib family who wished to honor the life of eight-year-old Maryam Adib who tragically died of injuries sustained in an automobile accident on August 19, 2015, one month before her ninth birthday.

This year’s winners are both outstanding students and have been deeply moved by the opportunity to ensure Maryam’s legacy through their success.

Additional gifts can be made to the Maryam Memorial Scholarship Fund by visiting www.cardinalspellman.org/adibscholarship.

Scholarship Winners Hedon Buqaj and Lilian Igwe

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JOHN F. WARD ’66 VIETNAM VETERAN PATRIOT AWARD SCHOLARS SELECTEDTHIS PAST FALL, the recipients of the John F. Ward ’66 Vietnam Veteran Patriot Award for 2019 were announced. The $5,000 annual scholarship, based on an essay competition, DUTY: God, Honor and Country, has been awarded to seniors Brianna Brown and Alyssa Hill. The endowed scholarship was made possible by a generous donor who established it in memory of his best friend, P.F.C. John F. Ward. After graduating from Cardinal Spellman in 1966, John Francis Ward attended basic training at Fort Jackson, South Carolina and was designated ‘11 Bravo 40’ light weapons infantry. He then completed Advanced Individual Training in infantry tactics and advanced weaponry, and arrived in Vietnam in early July 1969. P.F.C. Ward was killed during nighttime combat operations in Vietnam on October 6th of that same year, 25 days before his 21st birthday. Alyssa is a first honors student and has even earned her place on the Principal’s List. She is part of the volleyball, basketball and softball teams at Spellman. Alyssa comes from a family of Spellman grads, as both her mom and sister are alumni. Brianna is involved in various religious activities including preparing young children to receive their sacraments. She hopes to find a career in the future in Childhood Education.

STUDENT STORIES

NIELSEN VISITBRIAN O'CONNELL ’92 IS A SPELLMAN ALUMNI, and is currently a VP in news business development at the Nielsen Corporation. Brian is a former student of Mr. John DiPalermo. Brian has visited Mr. DiPalermo and Mr. Schoenberg’s classes for the past 12 years. He spends a lot of time enlightening the current year's graduating class.

Brian invited Mr. DiPalermo and Mr. Schoenberg, along with twenty students from the class of 2019, to his Nielsen office. Brian and his staff spent the entire day with the students. They spoke about interviewing, TV ratings, Super Bowl commercials and resume writing. This is the fourth time Brian has gone "above and beyond" by inviting Spellman students to spend a day with the Nielsen employees.

The students had a great day and we thank Mr. Brian O’Connell ’92.

4G CLUB REACHING NEW HEIGHTSCONTINUING ON THEIR SUCCESS, the award-winning 4G Club (Go Green Garden Group) will carry on with their spring plantings to produce their organic garden. The club has had great success in the past and they hope to continue. Their plants will either be generated by seed in their green house or by planting young seedlings. This year some of the 4G club members are researching hydroponics. They hope to

generate lettuce from seed, using this technology. If successful, they hope to grow lettuce next winter in the building. The seniors are designing a perennial garden for the courtyard hoping to start a new tradition. They continue to compost, recycle food waste and collect paper for recycling. Their vision is for Cardinal Spellman High School to be as green a school as possible.

SPELLMAN’S YOUNG ALUMNI PANEL SHARES WISDOM WITH THE CLASS OF 2019IN WHAT HAS NOW BECOME A SPELLMAN TRADITION, this past January, alumni who are currently in college visited to address the current senior class. Ms. Anne-Marie Norberto ‘82, Assistant Director of Guidance, was the driving force behind this effort joining seven great alums who shared advice and tips on how to flourish at the next level. Panel speakers included Samantha Justiniano ’18, Nicholas Kirrane ’18, Christa Mattis ’15, Margaret Sanchez ’18, Arianna Soriano ’16, Dewin Vasquez ’15 and Isaac Yearwood ’18. The panel spoke openly with the Spellman Class of 2019 about adjusting to the academic rigor of college, maintaining a moral compass in a new social setting and even how one’s spirituality plays a major role. These young alumni were received very well.

GOSPEL SENSATIONS DISPLAY THEIR TALENTCONGRATULATIONS TO THE GOSPEL SENSATIONS for Winning the News 12 Bronx Sounds of the Seasons Contest. The competition featured great talents from all over the Bronx, but it was the Gospel Sensations who came in first place! They were aired on News 12 Bronx performing Christmas songs and proving to all why they deserved to be number one.

CARDINAL SPELLMAN HONORS ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENTCARDINAL SPELLMAN HIGH SCHOOL recognized over 450 students for their academic achievements during the 2017-2018 academic year at Honors Night this past fall and a student assembly the following morning. The evening began with a prayer and welcome from Mr. Daniel O'Keefe, President and Principal of Spellman. Mr. O’Keefe praised the students for embracing the Spellman spirit and being role models for the community, telling them “Your efforts set you apart as the best and the

brightest.” The school also presented twenty-five members of the Class of 2019 with the Diamond "S" Award. They join the 999 other Spellman students who have received the Diamond “S” since its inception in 1989. The names of all Diamond "S" students are engraved on a plaque near the first floor entrance to the school. The night also featured the installation of the new Co-Presidents of the National Honor Society, Kelvin Angeles, Massiel Javier, Emmanuel Olugbeko and Sidorela Zefi.

The highest ranked students in each class were also recognized for their outstanding scholastic achievements during the 2017-2018 academic year. The top three students of the Class of 2019 were Walter Ohams, Lauren Sheehan and Massiel Javier; the Class of 2020: Emma Bucaj, Ethan Butler and Katelyn Castillo; and the Class of 2021: Melissa Hewitt, Ashley Felix and Darryna Guy-Williams.

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SPELLMAN STUDENTS VISIT THE STOCK EXCHANGESPELLMAN STUDENTS PARTICIPATED in a Financial Literacy Bootcamp, sponsored by the Common Cents Program, which culminated with a trip to the New York Stock Exchange. Common Cents is a financial literacy education initiative pioneered by Mr. James Gannon, a retired Wall Street executive. It is aimed at high school students and has been part of Spellman’s extracurricular program for the past several years. The students who participated were engaged and interested as the speakers covered various topics related to the world of finance. They even had the opportunity to spend time with a market-maker on the trading floor.

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ALVIN AILEY DANCE CLASS AT SPELLMAN

ON NOVEMBER 9, 2018 the students of the Fine Arts Dance Department, as well as other Spellman students, had the wonderful opportunity to participate in a Master Dance Class with Damazi Williams, Aaron Thomas and Latra Wilson of the world famous Alvin Ailey Dance Company in conjunction with the Alvin Ailey Arts In Education Program. The

students were given a class in the Ailey Jazz/Modern dance technique style. It was a great surprise and student motivator to have alumni Brandon McFarlane ‘17 participate as well. Many thanks to Mr. Daniel O’Keefe for sponsoring this incredible

experience for our students, as well as, Mr. Mike Philp, Ms. Marie Murray and Ms. Deidre Gibbons for assisting in the event.

RECENT GRADUATES RETURN TO SPELLMANA CONTINUING FALL TRADITION, alumni from the last 5 years return to Spellman to celebrate the Annual Thanksgiving Mass with their former classmates and teachers. Immediately following the Mass, alumni and faculty were invited to the cafeteria for a complimentary networking reception. This free event enables recent graduates to reconnect with one another, as well as their teachers, while they are home from college for the holidays.

SPELLMAN TAKES THE POLAR PLUNGE FOR SPECIAL OLYMPICSSPELLMAN STUDENTS TOOK A DIP in the Long Island Sound on a chilly 46 degree day to support the athletes of the Special Olympics. The Polar Plunge was held this past November at Glen Island Beach in New Rochelle to raise money for New York athletes in the Special Olympics. Spellmanites were challenged and rose to the occasion! Students, along with the contributions of teachers, staff and parents, raised $425 in a very short amount of time. The Pilot was there to cheer on the Spellman swimmers.

SPELLMAN WALKS FOR THE CURE STUDENTS AND FACULTY RAISE MONEY FOR BREAST CANCER RESEARCH

THE CARDINAL SPELLMAN SERVICE SOCIETY RAISED almost $2,000 this year for “Making Strides Against Breast Cancer”. Despite the bitter cold on October 21st, members of the Service Society and their families showed their support for this very worthy cause by participating in the walk at Orchard Beach. During the month of October, students sold tee shirts, baked for a bake sale and sold pink bracelets and hearts at lunchtime.

Thank you to all who supported the Service Society for this important cause.

SPELLMAN WELCOMES BACK GRADUATES TO SPEAKSPELLMAN HAS BEEN TREMENDOUSLY FORTUNATE to have instilled something very special in alumni who give back to the school not only with donations, but with their time. Many of these alumni come back to the school to visit classes and speak with students about their life and career choices. Hearing first-hand from successful graduates makes a big impression on current students. We are grateful to the alumni guest speakers who visited with Mr. Schoenberg’s Personal Finance and Marketing, as well as Mr. John DiPalermo’s Mass Media classes this past fall. If you are interested in giving back to your alma mater, please contact alumni@cardinalspellman.org.

SPEAKERS INCLUDED:Leonard A. Boccia, Jr. ’85 | ShirBriya Fletcher ’14 | Renee Morrison ‘10 Christopher Romita ’11 | Donato Settanni ’73

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SPELLMAN STUDENTS ATTEND 2019 MARCH FOR LIFEON JANUARY 18th, twenty-five Cardinal Spellman High School students and three faculty members participated in the annual March for Life in Washington, D.C. The group arrived by bus the night before and traveled to a Youth Rally at EagleBank Arena on the campus of George Mason University, joined by thousands of other young people. Prior to the march on Friday morning, the students attended Mass at St. Patrick’s Church in the nation’s capital, celebrated by Timothy Cardinal Dolan of New York.

Following speeches by a variety of officials near the Washington Monument, including an appearance by Vice President Pence, the Spellman contingent marched with a crowd of at least 100,000 people the two miles across Constitution Avenue, past the Capitol and to the Supreme Court Building. Before leaving for home, the group also visited the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception, the largest Roman Catholic Church in the United States.

The trip was sponsored by the Pro Life Club, which has attended the March for Life for nearly 30 years. Accompanying the students was Michael Borges, Moderator of the Pro Life Club, Rev. Peter Pilsner, Director of Spiritual Activities, and faculty member Stephanie Irvin '99. Those who participate in the trip recognize the sanctity of life from the moment of conception to the moment of natural death, and were there to show their support for the unborn.

SUMMER FUN AT CARDINAL SPELLMANTHERE ONCE WAS A TIME WHEN the halls of Cardinal Spellman High School were dormant during the summer months. Yet, for the past five summers, that atmosphere has been transformed into one of excitement as members of our enrichment programs, the Pilots Enrichment Program and the Leaders In Training, have been molded into the future leaders of the Bronx, Manhattan, Westchester and beyond! The Pilots Enrichment Program is designed to help rising leaders in the 7th and 8th grades get ready for the TACHS (Test for Admissions into Catholic High Schools) exam and to prepare for the upcoming school year. The Leaders in Training program is designed to help incoming 9th graders become acclimated to Spellman and

to learn how to be student-leaders in the school. In only five years, both programs have grown exponentially! The word is out

about our experienced, caring teachers who educate the members of these programs through an exciting, interdisciplinary curriculum which includes field trips, science experiments, sports clinics and more. Over the years, more than 700 students have spent the month of July enjoying themselves on the

campus of Spellman and creating memories that will last a lifetime!

Applications for the 2019 Summer Session can be found at www.cardinalspellmanpep.com, or by contacting Mr. Kyle T. O’Donnell at kodonnell@cardinalspellman.org.

GOSPEL FEST 2019Saturday, May 11, 2019 at 7:00 p.m.Mary Ann Payne Robertson Auditorium

Join the Spellman community for a night of prayer, praise and worship. Entrance fee will be collected at the door.

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Congratulations to former faculty member and alum ROBERT DOONAN on being the Grand Marshal at the 34th Annual Bronx Veteran’s Day Parade this past November. The parade which runs along East Tremont Avenue ended with a ceremony at Bicentennial Veterans Memorial Park honoring Mr. Doonan.

MIKE VIGINTINO’s book, Freedomland U.S.A.: The Definitive History has been published by Theme Park Press. This new book is about the 1960s theme park located on the northeast Bronx where Co-op City and its shopping center now stands. It documents the entire story from conception to bankruptcy of the “Disneyland of the East” and also features the childhood memories of two 1975 classmates - Donald

Garafalo and Nancy (Laterza) Manganiello. The book is available on Amazon (http://amzn.com/1683901770).

Spellman alumni and former faculty member, KEN COOPER, will visit his alma mater on May 10 to speak with current students about the novel that he and his wife, Jacalyn Kalin, recently published under the pen name, Cooper Kalin. The novel is called Where Heaven and the Bronx Met, and follows the adventures of a Catholic high school religion teacher as he becomes a hero in the struggle between the forces of good and evil.

JOSEPH G. PONTEROTTO, PH.D. published the first psychobiography of John F. Kennedy, Jr. On the 20th anniversary of the tragic death of John F. Kennedy, Jr., his wife Carolyn, and her sister Lauren, this new psychobiography explores the inner life, struggles, and achievements of the man the public had called the “Prince of Camelot.” In his newest book titled “A Psychobiography of John F. Kennedy,

Jr.: Understanding His Inner Life, Struggles, Achievements, and Courage,” Dr. Ponterotto explores the inner psychological life of an individual many thought was destined for greatness. Dr. Ponterotto culls a fascinating psychological life story of a great life cut tragically short.

Congratulations to TJ MCDONALD for being named the seventh recipient of Pace University’s Peter X Finnerty Leadership Award. The Peter X. Finnerty Leadership Award is presented to a member of the Pace University athletics community for outstanding leadership and service to the University or to society as a whole. McDonald is one of the most illustrious athletes in Pace history, setting the program's single-season batting average record in 1984 when he hit .500. McDonald would go on to enjoy a six-year career at the professional level, being drafted in the fifth round of the 1984 MLB Amateur Draft by the San Francisco Giants.

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HON. LIZBETH GONZALEZ '70HONORABLE LIZBETH GONZALEZ contributed a chapter to the book "Tough Cases: Judges Tell the Stories of Some of the Hardest Decisions They’ve Ever Made". Chapters include the Elian Gonzalez Cuban refugee case and the Scooter Libby CIA leak case, written by the judge who respectively presided in each matter. The diverse judge-authors met in NYC for a book launch event at a law firm this past October and also attended a book party/signing event.

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IN MEMORIAM

Successful Alumni Highlight:

NICHOLAS MANCINI '10Nicholas (‘Nick’) Mancini ’10, believes that giving back is his way to say thank you to Cardinal Spellman High School for laying the foundation for his future success. Having graduated less than ten years ago, Nick currently has ownership in several restaurants in New Rochelle and runs one of the most successful catering businesses in the Bronx. Nick is a graduate of Iona College, ’14, where he also received his MBA. His business includes running cafeteria services at 7 of the Catholic high schools in the Bronx, including Spellman. Nick has served as President of Spellman’s Alumni Association and has served as Chairman of the Golf Outing Committee, running the most successful Golf Outing in Spellman’s history in 2018. Nick also generously sponsors an annual scholarship for a current Spellman student. Spellman continues to be blessed by his energy, enthusiasm, and generosity.

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And He Scores!!!!!For some, Monday Night Football has become a part of the natural order of life. On Monday, December 17th, 2018, the Spellman community was especially abuzz with the fact that our very own, #82 Chris Manhertz ‘10, Tight End for the Carolina Panthers, would be playing against his former team, the New Orleans Saints. Throughout the day, one couldn’t go 15 minutes without hearing someone ask, “Are you gonna watch Chris tonight?” It’s almost as if he had his very own primetime special.

In the first quarter, with the score locked at 0-0 and the clock reading 4:17, it happened. On 4th down and 2, the Panthers lined up at the 50 yard line for what looked like a sneak up the middle for Cam Newton. However, that wasn’t the play. Manhertz goes in motion, lining up on the right side. Newton takes the snap under the center, pitches it back to #22 Christian McCaffrey. Manhertz released with no defender near him; McCaffrey sees this and tosses the ball 15 yards down field and #82 did the rest. 35 yards down the field and he cruised in for the touchdown!

Now, one would think scoring your first career touchdown would prompt a fancy celebration or something. Nope, not Manhertz! Staying true to form, he kept it cool, calm and collected for the cameras. Rumor has it, he was just trying to catch his breath from that long run. Nonetheless, he scored. For us in the Spellman community, his touchdown could probably be equated to the Yankees winning the World Series. Additionally, the Panthers have announced that they will resign Manhertz for another 2 years. It was a big day here in the Bronx, and we all congratulate Chris Manhertz on all of his accomplishments. Keep up the good work, Chris.

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Cathleen (English) Flynn ‘65James V. Yedowitz ‘66Kevin J. Gorman ‘73

Mike Notley ‘76Erika Alvarez ‘78

James J. Gallaher ‘83Rev. Charles S. Szivos ‘85

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Diane Barreto ‘94Jaquan Millien ‘07

Neisha Ali-Sahai ‘08Christopher Young ‘08Mark W. McFeeley ‘09

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The Spellman Varsity Football team definitely left their mark on the field winning the football championship, so much so, that the Spellman Football championship made News 12 top 10 sports stories of 2018. Cardinal Spellman had a tough time with Kennedy Catholic in both of their regular season meetings losing both times by identical 21-7 scores, but when it mattered most in the CHSFL Championship, the Pilots showed why they were the defending champs. With 0 seconds in the fourth quarter, Kyle Maysonet achieved a 29-yard touchdown run to put Spellman on top for good as they gained a 13-12 lead against top-seated Kennedy. The final score was 19-12 to capture the CHSAA “A” Championship. It was an exciting game that saw amazing efforts by a number of different players. The 2018 Pilots have now etched their names in the history books.

SPELLMAN WINS BACK-TO-BACK CHAMPIONSHIPS WITH A 19-12 VICTORY

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Congratulations to the team on this phenomenal accomplishment!

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In what has now become a fall tradition at Spellman, the ninth annual Alumni Homecoming was hosted this past September. Alumni football players, from a range of years, returned for this exciting day.

Prior to the start of the varsity game against Horace Mann, the alumni took to the field for their own football game. Under a bright sunny sky, players wore their special alumni football t-shirts, created just for this game.

During half-time of the varsity game, the Spellman community paused and a plaque honoring the late and beloved Coach Michele Muccio was presented to her family by President and Principal, Daniel O’Keefe. The cheerleaders performed a short routine to a mashup of Missy Elliot songs (Michele’s favorite). Touching speeches were given by the cheerleaders and Michele’s father, Joseph Giaquinta, who is affectionately known as Papa Joe. It was truly a moving and heartfelt moment for all in attendance.

In addition to the sports related activities, Spellman’s Homecoming included a BBQ donated by Nick Mancini ’10 and Posto 22, a bouncy house and an obstacle course. In conjunction with our homecoming events, the newest members to the Cardinal Spellman family, the freshman class of 2022, were welcomed by having a family potluck.

Everyone had a great time!

ALUMNI HOMECOMING Honored Beloved Coach Michele Muccio

This past December Spellman’s Game Day, Junior Varsity, and Varsity cheerleading teams competed at the Regional national qualifier competition at Kutztown University. Each team won first place in each of their divisions, securing three automatic bids to UCA Nationals in February. Spellman is very proud of this wonderful accomplishment and of the glorious display of Pilot Pride.

VARSITY BOWLING WINS BRONX/MANHATTAN LEAGUE CHAMPIONSHIP

Congratulations to the Varsity Bowling Team on winning the Bronx/Manhattan League! In addition to the championship title, Captain David Smalls received an individual award for high game and Chloe Tuck won the award for high female average.

SPELLMAN ATHLETE NAMED SCHOLAR ATHLETE OF THE WEEK

Congratulations to Spellman senior Sidorela Zefi on being named News 12 Scholar-Athlete of the Week. Sidorela is a very talented Varsity Volleyball player, as well as an outstanding student. Sidorela is a recipient of the Diamond S Award and is the President of the National Honor Society. The Spellman community is immensely proud of Sidorela for earning this esteemed honor!

CHEERLEADERS GET THREE BIDS TO NATIONALS

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BLOCK “S” AWARDS CEREMONYHONORING SPELLMAN STUDENT ATHLETES

Friday, May 10, 2019 at 6:30 P.M. Support our Student Athletes with multiple digital options!Digital Options: Bronze Advertisement Package: $100.00Package includes: Your ad, logo or announcement on every screen at Cardinal Spellman High School running on loop for 2 weeks. Will be seen by all faculty, staff, students and visitors.

Silver Advertisement Package: $200.00 Package includes: All items listed in the Bronze Advertisement Package.Your ad, logo or announcement on the Cardinal Spellman Athletics page: www.pilotsathletics.com.

Gold Advertisement Package: $300.00Package includes: All items listed in the Bronze and Silver Advertisement Packages. Your ad, logo or announcement on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook with links and promos available with the possibility of reaching 20,000 constituents.

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For more information visit the school website at www.cardinalspellman.org Submissions must be sent via email to blocks@cardinalspellman.org.

CONGRATULATIONS TO NICOLAS SACCO FOR SCORING 41 POINTS IN A SINGLE GAME

Senior Boys’ Varsity Basketball player, Nico Sacco scored 41 points in a single game. Spellman has not had a boys’ player score this many points in one game since John Waller ’87 scored the same in 1987. Nico has been captain for 2 years and a starter for 3 years on the varsity team. Besides being a star athlete, Nico excels in the classroom as well, having received a Diamond S award. The Spellman community is extremely proud of Nico!

This is the first City Championship for a Spellman JV Volleyball Team. The Archdiocese of New York CHSAA began an inter-sectional JV volleyball championship in 2014 vs. the Diocese of Brooklyn. Although the Cardinal

Spellman JV traditionally makes the playoffs, this was their first Division win since 2009 when their coach, Iris Nepomuceno '11, was a member of that team.

Their record this season was 15 - 3 overall; 1st in the AA/A Division, 2nd in the NY CHSAA League and 1st in the NYCHSAA vs BCHSAA ”A" City Championship. Coaches: Iris Nepomuceno '11, Nina McCalla '17 and Agape Arias '17.

GIRLS’ JV VOLLEYBALL EARN NYCHSAA INTERSECTIONAL CHAMPIONSHIP

ALUMNI NIGHT AT THE PLAYDon’t miss an opportunity to reconnect with your former castmates! On the night of the Saturday production, as is a Spellman tradition, we will host an hour-long wine and cheese reception in the cafeteria prior to the show, beginning at 6:30 p.m. The cost of this reception is included in the price of your alumni show ticket.

All Alumni/ae are encouraged to come back and see the play and attend the reception!

CARDINAL'S PLAYERS PROUDLY ANNOUNCE THE 2019 PRODUCTION OF ANYTHING GOES DIRECTED BY MR. MIKE PHILP

PERFORMANCES WILL BE:Friday, March 22nd at 8 p.m.Saturday, March 23rd at 8 p.m. (Alumni Night)Sunday, March 24th at 3 p.m.

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TICKETS for all three performances will be available online atcardinalspellman.org

ST. PATRICK’S DAY PARADESunday, March 10th in Throggs Neck Saturday, March 16th in New York CitySaturday, March 23rd in Yonkers CARDINAL’S PLAYERS PRESENTS ANYTHING GOESFriday, March 22nd at CSHSSunday March 24th at CSHS

ALUMNI NIGHT AT THE PLAYCARDINAL’S PLAYERS PRESENTS ANYTHING GOESSaturday, March 23rd at CSHS

DINE OUT NIGHT AT POSTO 22: SCHOOL FUNDRAISERMonday, April 1st

4:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.

TASTE OF THE BRONX/ WESTCHESTERWednesday, April 3rd at CSHS

DINE OUT NIGHT AT WESTCHESTER TACO GRILL: SCHOOL FUNDRAISERMonday, May 6th 4:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.

BLOCK SFriday, May 10th at CSHS

GOSPEL FESTSaturday, May 11th at CSHS

FINE ARTS FESTIVALWednesday, May 15th at CSHS

2019 GRADUATIONSaturday, June 1st at Lehman College

GOLF OUTINGMonday, June 10th at Wykagyl Country Club

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