St. Benedict Preparatory School Annual Report 2011

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St. Benedict Preparatory School2011 Annual Report

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A Message from theCEO of St. Benedict Preparatory School

Our Vision of Excellence is Starting Strong!The 2010-11 school year, our inaugural year as St. Benedict Preparatory School (SBPS), was one fi lled with hard work, constant change and tremendous success. Reorganizing the school programs (three distinct schools: preschool, elementary and high school) into “one school with one vision” was no easy task. It was my honor and privilege to implement these changes along with so many talented faculty, parents and board members. In one year, so many things were accomplished! Of all the successes last year, we are most proud of the following:

• Implementing a new administrative model and welcoming our new administrative team: Mr. Accardi, Ms. Waldron, Mrs. Feely and Ms. Mickelburgh. • Implementing a new organization of programs and curriculum: Preschool, Elementary School (K-5) and Secondary School (6-12) so that there is continuity of key programs, culture and mission.• Initiating a new school board governance model: our elementary and high school boards have merged into one new structure and has revised its bylaws to refl ect our new mission and vision. • Initiating a strategic planning process, with support and supervision from the board, to guide us through the next three to fi ve years as we implement our Vision of Excellence.

Last year, because of our diligence, vision and courage, we were awarded the 2011 Innovations in Catholic Education Award for our restructuring. Our administrative team was honored in April during

the National Catholic Education Association Convention in New Orleans, along with our SBPS Home and School Association (HSA), who received the 2011 NCEA Distinguished HSA Award. Besides these extraordinary events, this year’s annual report captures many of our key moments of learning, service, faith, and celebrations.

While we are pleased to highlight all the good things happening at SBPS, we know that we are just beginning our journey together transitioning into a fully implemented preschool through grade twelve SBPS program. We are only getting started! We are just warming up! The school advisory board will be publishing later this fall our three to fi ve year strategic plan, called Vision of Excellence 2016. We encourage our parents and supporters to contact us if there is a particular project that you would like tosupport with time, talent or treasure. It takes a strong community working together to achieve a common goal in order to create a family like St. Ben’s!

And fi nally, we could not achieve all the successes of the past and present without our generous donors. Their support demonstrates a clear commitment to our vision. I am genuinely grateful for all the blessings shared with us over the past year. It is our charge to use our resources wisely as we implement our Vision of Excellence.

God Bless, Ms. Rachel Gemo

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Table of ContentsPreschool Highlights...............................

Elementary School Highlights..................

Secondary School Highlights...................

Our Faith in Action.................................

Facility Improvements............................

Looking Ahead To Next Year....................

Technology Updates...............................

Class of 2011 Spotlight..........................

Financial Highlights................................

Donor Lists...........................................

60th Anniversary, National Recognition.....

AdministrationFather Robert Beaven, PastorMs. Rachel Gemo, Chief Executive OfficerMr. Joe G. Accardi, Mission Advancement OfficerMrs. Erika Mickelburgh, Head of Secondary School: Grades 6-12Mrs. Nancy Feely, Head of Elementary School: Grades K-5Ms. Rachel Waldron, Preschool DirectorMr. Paul Piekosz, Dean of Students

School Mission StatementAt St. Benedict Preparatory School, we excel in educating the whole individual in the Catholic tradition, challenge students to develop their God-given talents, create a Christian community by sharing our gifts, honor the gifts and diversity of the community, and serve the Lord and each other in an ever-changing world.

The St. Benedict Preparatory School GraduateThe St. Benedict Preparatory School Graduate enters post-secondary life well-rounded and prepared for learning, achievement and service in a 21st century global society. Honoring the tradition of St. Benedict, our graduates possess the knowledge, reason, diligence, and perseverance to grow in faith, wisdom, and spirit.

Elementary School Advisory Board Members2010-2011

Stephanie Stecz (Chair)John Lynch (Vice-Chair)

Jennifer Russell (Secretary)Adrienne Fasano Bell

Tom CosgroveSuzanne Devane

Mary ManganShannan McFadden

Todd McGovernAnne-Marie Petersen

Gladys PodgornyKyle Smith

High School Board Members of Specified Jurisdiction2010-2011

Larry Martin, (President)Gloria Araya

Liz DunnGarrett Fitzgerald

Kelley HalperChuck JosephPeter Kattner

Bob McCollamBrian Parker

Timo RehbockGene SchulterMike Swafford

Mike TeolisGonzalo Tinajero

JoMarie Yonkus

St. Benedict Preparatory School Advisory Board2011-2012

Jennifer Russell (Chair) Mary Mangan (Vice-Chair)

Suzanne Devane (Secretary) Shannon Archer

Adrienne Fasano BellJenny Courtad

Tony CoutyDan Farris

Amy GaylordIris Hart

Mary Jo HayesTodd McGovern

Rima Ports Jason Staley

Mike Teolis David Wolke

JoMarie Yonkus

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Preschool Highlights from 2010-2011

Early Childhood Psychology ClassMs. Erin Barrett, St. Benedict Preparatory Preschool Assistant Director, introduced a new high school electivein Early Childhood Psychology during the second and third trimesters. Junior and senior students spent two days per week in the classroom, learning about early childhood social, emotional, and mental development. Students then spent three days per week in a preschool/primary grade classroom, interacting with our little ones and gaining experience in an authentic environment. The class culminated with students presenting a case study on one young student that they observed throughout the trimester.

In deciding on this elective, students reported interests in teaching, nursing, babysitting, and working with young children in some capacity. Amanda Nota, SBPS Class of 2011, found the class to be a valuable experience.“This class made me realize that I want to be a preschool teacher,” reported Ms. Nota. “I learned so much!” She plans to pursue a degree in education at the University of Illinois-Chicago. Early Childhood Psychology will be offered again in 2011-2012.

Preschoolers Celebrate Their Grandparents and ParentsThe annual SBPS Grandparent’s Day celebration brought grandparents and friends into classrooms throughout the school. Preschool classrooms welcomed their grandparents with food, songs, stories, and more. Grandparents helped their grandchildren glue, cut, and paint during festive activities to commemorate the day.

“Muffi ns for Mom” and “Donuts for Dad” welcomed moms and dads to preschool classrooms in the spring. Tea, muffi ns, and donuts were served as moms and dads began the school day with their children. Preschoolersmade special projects to present to their parents and enjoyed spending this unique time with them. We love celebrating our parents and grandparents for all that they do for us.

Language Stars Shine in the Preschool Thanks to the generosity of our school parents, preschool students participate in Language Stars Spanish class every week. Language Stars is a play-based fun way for students to learn a foreign language. Funds for this program were acquired through our annual “PAWS for Excellence” Parent Appeal.

2010-11 Project Vision of Excellence Preschool Accomplishments:* NEW POSITIONS: Full time Preschool Director * two teachers and two teacher aides for newly opened preschool homerooms * PROGRAM EXPANSION: Two completely furnished classrooms with all necessary instructional materials bringing total number of homerooms to ten, the largest Preschool Program in the Archdiocese of Chicago.



SBPS Forms Partnership with Belle Center

St. Benedict Preparatory Preschool and Elementary School formed a strategic partnership with the Belle Center. The Belle Center is a local, non-profi t organization that provides support and professional development focusing on classroom inclusion. Inclusion specialists and occupational therapists from the center conducted professional development training sessions for teachers throughout the year. In addition, they observed in classrooms assisting teachers with physical modifi cation recommendations and suggestions for meeting individual student needs. The goal of the partnership is to assist teachers in supporting all learners and styles of learning. SBPS plans to continue working with the Belle Center in the coming school year.

Reader’s Workshop Update“This is the best part of the day.” “I can’t wait for reading time.” “Can’t we read some more?” These are just some of the comments you would have heard if you visited elementary school classrooms last year. Reader’s Workshop, a comprehensive reading program designed to encourage the love of reading, was implemented in grades 2-5. Students were taught the reading strategies that all successful readers use and also writing strategies to communicate about their reading. Students were taught to interact with the text through mini lessons, one-on-one conferences with the teacher, and descriptive letter writing. Reluctant readers quickly became successful readers and looked forward to their favorite part of the day.

Elementary School Highlights from 2010-2011

Our Prayers for JapanWhen news of the devastating earthquake and tsunami that struck Japan in March became known, the SBPS students knew they had to do something to help. The elementary school Student Council and high school International Club worked together to raise money for earthquake relief. Members made Japan fl ag pins that students and faculty could buy to show their support for those affected by the disaster. In addition, elementary school students created and signed “Our Prayers for Japan” cards and wrote prayers to keep the Japanese people in their hearts. A total of $1,500 was donated to the Save the Children organization on behalf of the students and faculty of SBPS.

Terra Nova Scores Exceed National StandardsThe 2010-2011 Terra Nova standardized test scores once again show St. Benedict Preparatory Elementary School students performing well above Archdiocese of Chicago and national percentiles. Terra Nova tests are administered to grades 2-7 every March and results are compared to peer norm groups across the country. While we live in a society that likes to compare one school to the next, the most important thing we do with these results is compare ourselves against past performance. Two consistent results come from these scores: in all subject areas our grade level equivalents continue to increase and the number of students performing at or above the national norm continues to increase. For our most recent test scores, please visit our website at www.stbenedict.com.

2010-11 Project Vision of Excellence Elementary School K-5 Accomplishments:* NEW POSITIONS: Elementary Head of School for K-Gr.5 * Kindergarten teacher for newly opened fourth homeroom * four Kindergarten teacher aides * NEW PROGRAMS: Write Source Language Arts program for Grs. 1-5 * Everyday Math Program expanded to Gr. 5 * MOBI Interactive Tablets in all homerooms K-Gr. 5.



Secondary School Highlights (grades 6-8) from 2010-2011

Middle School theatrical talent was on display throughout the year in three drama productions. Mr. Bill Gorgo, high school drama teacher, coordinated three productions involving middle school and high school students. “Spoon River Anthology,” adapted from the poetry of Edgar Lee Masters, was performed during the fi rst trimester by the seventh and eighth grade Drama Class. The performance was reprised for the Annual Barnes and Noble Book Fair in December. “Twelve Angry Pigs,” a spoof of “Twelve Angry Men,” written by Wade Bradford, was performed by Mr. Potempa’s sixth grade homeroom. The fi nal performance of the year was “The Table,” a festival of nine short plays performed by middle school and high school drama students. All three performances received rave reviews!

Middle School students perform Spoon River Anthology in Kittler Hall.

National Junior Honor SocietyTwo thousand and eleven marked the inaugural year for the National Junior Honor Society (NJHS) at St. Benedict Preparatory Middle School. All sixth and seventh graders who held a 3.0 grade point average (GPA) were invited to apply for induction.

Students were selected on the basis of their GPA and their leadership, service, and citizenship. The process culminated with the induction ceremony, with inductees pledging to uphold the standards of the NJHS. Members will meet in the new school year to plan service projects for their middle school peers. Congratulations to new NJHS members! Middle School students inducted into the National

Junior Honor Society in May.Middle School students inducted into the National

2010-11 Project Vision of Excellence Secondary School 6-12 Accomplishments:NEW POSITIONS: * Secondary Head of School for Grs. 6-12 * Mission Advancement Offi cer * High School Campus Minister * NEW PROGRAMS: Middle School Electives: Spanish I, French I, Chorus, Drama, and Art I * HS Schedule change from Semester to Trimester * Freshmen One-to-One Laptop Program * Blended learning HS course offerings in Sociology and Psychology * Twenty new HS course offerings, majority dealing with the Fine Arts.

Students take part in the Middle School Retreat.

The Annual Middle School Retreat Program, led by Augustinian Father Terry Deffenbaugh, provides a challenging opportunity to identify ways that middle school students can become leaders within the school and parish communities and to continue that leadership throughout their lives. We look at our middle school students as role models and believe that having the ability for them to work together will foster strong and collaborative relationships throughout the year.

Annual Middle School Retreat

Middle School Drama


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Secondary School Highlights (Grades 9-12) from 2010-2011

Two online courses piloted in 2011 allowed high school students to experience a lecture/discussion course modeled after a college classroom. Sociology and Psychology courses taught by Ms. SamanthaHarris challenged college bound students with a rigorous curriculum involving online and classroom components. Students worked independently conducting web quests and research to meet specifi c course objectives. The class then met in a seminar setting to discuss results of their research. Ms. Harriswas pleased with the results of this project and plans to continue offering the courses again next year.

Online Classes: High Tech Learning

How to Succeed As a BengalA new course offering this year helped prepare St. Benedict Preparatory High School students for a successful high school experience. Ms. Jean Hybinette’s curriculum for this introductory course taught the essential study, research, and test taking skills needed to succeed in academic life. In addition, students were taught the valuable skill of seeking out academic assistance when necessary. Students incorporated software and online resources that help prepare them for high school, college, and beyond.

Teaching About MatterMr. McLean’s sophomore chemistry class served as

science ambassadors to Ms. Geisler’s fi fth grade class last fall. The chemistry class was completing a unit on matter. As part of the assessment, their assignment was to construct ways of teaching the content to elementary school students. Posters, experiments, and demonstrations were all included in the presentations to teach about the types of matter. The high school students led the fi fth graders in demonstrations that included bottle rockets, lifting ice with string, and water vortexes. The fi fth grade “future scientists” were very enthusiastic about the sophomore “science experts” experiments.

Bengals in ChinaNine St. Benedict Prep High School students and two chaperones enjoyed an extraordinary Spring Break experience during their tour of China. The ten-day trip included stops in Beijing, Xi’an, and Shanghai. The group had the opportunity to tour some of China’s most historical and culturally signifi cant landmarks. One highlight of the trip was the visit to the Great Wall. The group spent over two hours climbing and exploring the steep inclines and uneven steps of this incredible landmark. On their return to the United States, the group agreed that this trip allowed them to experience the nuances of Chinese culture, customs, and cuisine in an educational and enjoyable environment.

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Our Faith in Action From 2010-2011

Newly remodeled Faculty Lounge, made possible through generous donors, volunteers, and the HSA.

• Major tuck-pointing work done on the ES building (Leavitt street).• Electrical upgrades in the HS building classrooms (building #2).

St. Ben’s Service in ActionGetty Kasole, Class of 2011, carried out our mission of service by spearheading a shoe collection drive in December. Through the High School International Club, high school and middle school students donated shoes for children ages 1-12. Over Christmas break, Getty and her mother visited an orphanage in Congo, Africa, and distributed the shoes to those in need. By living out our Catholic mission of service, St. Benedict Preparatory School students were able to help those less fortunate halfway around the world.

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Our annual Posada Mass culminates our Advent preparation before Christmas.

All Souls’ Remembrance 2010 provided a multiculturalexperience as elementary students celebrated Day of the Dead.

Very often our calendar year offers many opportunities to share in the Church’s rich traditions and provide concrete extensions of lessons taught in religion classes from Preschool on up to our HS seniors. Weekly Mass, special prayer services, opportunities for Reconciliation during the penitential seasons, retreat program for Grs. 6-12, and options for service provide us all ways to strengthen our relationship with God.

We Celebrate Our Catholic Identity

• New kindergarten room painted and furnished (building #1).• New windows, updates, and repairs in HS locker rooms (building #4).• $10,000 to help cover reorganization costs from Big Shoulders Fund.• Classroom remodeledinto new faculty lounge.

• Radiator covers in the new preschool class-rooms and fi rst fl oor bathroom.

• New preschool furniture in Rooms 113 & 114.

Major Facility Improvements From 2010-2011


• Web-based textbooks for selected grades 9 & 10 courses• Replacing and updating furnishings in some preschool classrooms• Investing in essential early-childhood manipulatives and learning materials for 10 preschool classrooms• Implementation of the new Protégé Internship Program for grades 11 & 12• Additional grades 1 & 2 teachers• Additional grade 8 homeroom teacher• One-to-One laptop program expands to 10th grade (implemented grades 6-10)• Team Building Field Trips for grades 6 – 11 to Iron Oaks High Rope Course in Olympia Fields

• Consumer Education• Career Preparation & Protégé Internship• Micro and Macro Economics• Dance• Contemporary Issues of the Middle East (high school elective)• History of the Cold War (high school elective)• College Research & Writing (high school requirement)• Coaching & Sports Management• Band, Winds, and Strings • Three-Dimensional Design• PC Support Practicum• Desktop Publishing

“When I was hungry, you gave me to eat” (Matthew 25:35). High school students were given the opportunity to live out this corporal work of mercy through service at a soup kitchen. Campus Ministry and high school students donated, prepared, and served food at the St. Teresa Soup Kitchen in the DePaul neighborhood. Once a month, a group of volunteers prepared food and staffed the kitchen for those neighborhood residents who would have gone without a hot meal.

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At Junior Leadership Mass, HS class ringsare blessed and given to the upcoming senior class members.

Living Stations of the Cross vividly portray Christ’s sacrifi ce at the end of Lent, 2011.

High School theology students share Christmas carols during rush hour at Union Station, sponsored by the Big Shoulders Fund.

Our Faith in Action from 2010-2011

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St. Ben’s Service in Action

2011-2012 Planned ImprovementsNew High School Classes for 2012

Looking Ahead To The New Year



Technology Highlights from 2010-2011

Technology Updates

MOBI Update

The “MOBI” mobile interactive whiteboard system that was piloted last year has been fully implemented in kindergarten through grade 5. In addition, the system has been expanded into middle school and high school classrooms. Donations from parents, 2010 Ball and Auction, Market Day, Home and School Association, and federal Title I funds have been used to expand the program. The MOBI system allows teachers to use on-line resources to support their classroom lessons. Students are more engaged in classroom learning because the system is interactive. “I” clickers allow students to respond using an electronic response tool that only the teacher can see. Teachers report that students are more engaged when the MOBI is used and the system supports classroom learning.

One-to-One Laptop Initiative

The use of technology in the classroom continues to expand at St. Benedict Preparatory School. The middle school one-to-one laptop initiative is now in its fi fth year, providing each student with their own laptop for use with school and home assignments. Two thousand eleven saw the initiative expand into the high school with the inclusion of the freshmen class. Onlinetextbooks and web-based resources allow teachers to integrate technology-based learning across the curriculum. In addition, teachers are able to continually update content using current technology. The program will continue to expand in 2011-2012 with the addition of the sophomore class.

Big Shoulders Fund and DePaul Team Up for Technology

Last year St. Benedict Preparatory High School, along with two other Catholic high schools in Chicago, was chosen to participate in the DePaul Catholic School Partnership. This partnership, part of a Big Shoulders Fund Grant, was designed to train teachers to use the latest technology in the classroom. SBPS teachers, Ms. Kellina Bruett and Ms. Mary Deletioglu, attended trainings, observed the use of technology in other schools, and were challenged to incorporate more technology into their instruction. In addition, they instructed their colleagues on integrating six MOBI interactive whiteboards into their daily lessons. Money from the grant also assisted with the purchase of “I” clickers, fl ip-cameras, and projectors for

classroom use. Partnerships with Big Shoulders Fund, DePaul University, and St. Benedict Preparatory High School assist the preparation of students as 21st century learners.


We are proud to announce that the Class of 2011 St. Benedict Preparatory High School graduates have been accepted at the following colleges and universities:• Augustana College• Carthage College• Coastal Carolina University• Columbia College Chicago• Concordia University Chicago• DePaul University• Dominican University• Eastern Illinois University• Grand Canyon University• Grand Valley State University• Illinois State University• Illinois Wesleyan University• Lewis University• Loyola University Chicago• Marquette University• Michigan State University• North Park University• Northeastern Illinois University• Northern Illinois University• Ohio Wesleyan University• Point Park University• Saint Louis University• Saint Xavier University• Southern Illinois University Carbondale• St. Ambrose College • University of Illinois-Chicago• University of Illinois at Urbana Champaign• University of Iowa• University of Minnesota• University of Tampa• University of Washington• University of Wisconsin• Waldorf College• Western Illinois University

Student Spotlight Class of 2011

Amanda Genge, SeniorAs the keynote speaker on graduation night, Amanda reminded her classmates that St. Benedict Preparatory High School had impacted their lives

forever. Amanda exemplifi ed the dedication and hard work that it takes to succeed as a student athlete. She was a National Honor Society member for two years and an athlete in basketball, volleyball, and softball for four years. Amanda plans to pursue a career in physical therapy at Carthage College in Wisconsin.

“In eight to ten years, we will all achieve greatness in engineering, medicine, architecture, or maybe even working for the government.” --Leonard Monterey, Middle School Class of 2011

Lana Cockerham, SeniorLana served as a role-model to her classmates for her leadership and service to St. Benedict

Preparatory High School. She was awarded numerous scholarships, including the prestigious George Pullman Scholarship. The recipients of this award exhibit high academic and personal achievements in their high school careers. Lana plans to pursue a career in nursing at the University of Illinois,Urbana-Champaign.

Class of 2011 Highlights

Illinois State Scholars

Congratulations to our scholars! Two St. BenedictPreparatory High School seniors were named Illinois State Scholars in 2011. Brad Sukhu, and Daniel Dinh were among the 10% of Illinois’ seniors chosen for this honor. This award recognizes seniors for outstanding academic achievement, based on SAT and/or ACT scores and cumulative grade point average at the end of junior year.




Each year, St. Benedict Preparatory School relies on the generosity from alumni, families, parishioners, the community, foundations, and friends to help it remain successful and on the cutting edge of curricular and technological programs. Enrollment growth was seen from preschool through ninth grade, a very positive sign that SBPS will weather the current economic climate. Furthermore, the parish concluded its most recent campaign which resulted in $193,267 solely for school repairs and improvements. The retirement of several loans, thanks in part to a matching-debt retirement program offered by the Archdiocese, also occurred this year. The parish’s new three-year campaign, “Restoring the Past; Preparing for the Future,” will continue to support elimination of the parish and school’s loans, and possibly start an endowment for the school. As you can see, the various annual appeal campaigns did well last year and we are looking forward to another successful year. Our tuition covenant model ensures our viability along with our successful multi-faceted development program.

Financial Highlights from 2010-2011

Parish Support: BenFest - $27,108.48 This Parish summer festival in honor of St. Benedict is split with the parish. Two-thirds of the proceeds go to support the school. This and Bingo are the two forms of parish support on which we rely. We defi nitely thank the BenFest chairs and volunteers, particularly BenFest Chair, Steven Meskan.

Annual Fundraising Appeals and Events

School ExpensesSalaries $3,221,174Benefi ts $975,832Instructional Supplies $175,338Administrative Costs $117,301Utilities $155,153Food (Preschool) $82,347Maintenance and Repair $106,607Loan Repayment to AOC $74,342Miscellaneous $313,416Total expenses $5,221,510

2010-2011 Revenue vs. Expenses

Annual Parent Appeal (PK-8) - $81,000Formerly called the Paws for Excellence Parent Campaign, this parent appeal reached 25% parent participation. In its sixth year, this advisory board sponsored-appeal has grown very much (in 2005, the appeal generated $5,000 in total), and we are grateful for the board’s efforts. In keeping with our commitment to the vision of St. Benedict Preparatory School, our school charges a tuition less than the true cost of educating a student. This appeal helps to fund the “gap” between the cost of tuition and the cost to educate one student ($1,300 for elementary students). One hundred percent of donations goes to fund the program enhancements for the elementary school.

Grandparent Appeal - $1,950After our PK-5 Grandparents and Grandfriends Day Events, we send out a Thanksgiving Appeal to our guests. We are fortunate to have so many generous grandparents who value Catholic education and demonstrate support through their donations.

High School Board Event - Movin’ As One $5,167.32 This past April, the High School Board sponsored a fi tnessevent called “Movin’ As One.” This event featured exercise-dance teacher and high school parent, Ms. Gloria Araya, along with a health fair from many vendors from the local community. It was sure a lot of fun to “bust a move” while doing something good for the body.

HS Mandatory Fundraiser - $37,764.80This past year, high school students were able to sell Kim and Scott’s delicious chocolate covered pretzels for their mandatory fundraiser. Since Kim and Scott’s Gourmet Pretzels (Chicago’s very own!) donated THOUSANDS of pretzels to St. Benedict Prep, we were able to keep 100% of the proceeds! This was a successful fundraiser and profi ts almost doubled over the 2009-10 amount.

ES Restricted Funds - $12,058HS Restricted Funds - $9,195The Restricted Funds is comprised of donations targeted for particular projects. Most of this year’s donations were earmarked for technology upgrades and Mobi technology and training, as well as scholarships.

St. Benedict Prep 10th Annual Ball and Auction Mardi Gras - $125,978Thanks to Ball and Auction Chairs, Meggan Flom and Katie Troelstrup, last year’s event at The Galleria Marchetti was the most successful since its inception 10 years ago with over 400 attendees. Ten percent of the proceeds go for debt reduction payments. The rest of the funds go to support the school program and curricular costs.

Athletic Fundraiser - $6,100Each year the St. Benedict Athletic Association hosts a fundraising concert for music lovers and revelers alike. The funds raised from this event go to support gym facilities upgrades. Over the summer, a new scoreboard and sound system were installed using proceeds from this event. Thanks to Jenny Courtad and Rick Petrillo for spearheading the 2011 event!

Market Day - $2,651.06Thanks once again to Mrs. Peggy Shubrych for her leadership in running this school fundraising program. Parish Support: Bingo - $18,968 Our thanks to Gary and Daralis Oliver for their organization of this event. Each Tuesday, parishioners and community members gather to play Bingo in the gym. This weekly event helps to support the school scholarship program.

School RevenueTuition and Fees $4,506,336Fundraising Efforts $459,407Miscellaneous $130,435Total Income $5,096,178


SCHOlArSHIP FUndS and dOnATIOnSES Scholarship Fund $27,743.92HS Alumni Scholarship Fund $60,143.19 HS Scholarship Support from Outside Organizations $41,700Many of our students in grades K-12 require tuition assistance in order to afford quality, Catholic education. About 25% of the elementary school, and 50% of the high school families receive some tuition assistance. Donations come from school families, parishioners, the Home and School Association, alumni, board members, Big Shoulders and other foundations. We are pleased to be able to assist our school families with a tuition assistance package that makes a difference.

2010-2011 Scholarship Funds and Donations

Financial Highlights and Donor List from 2010-2011

HOMe And SCHOOl ASSOCIATIOn ACCOMPlISHMenTSHome and School Wreath and Wrap $25,006*Home and School Baby and Kids Garage Sale $11,337* The preschool and elementary school Home and School Association is comprised of parents who enjoy being involved and who work hard planning events and activities to benefi t the school, as well as build community. The 2011 NCEA-award winning organization hosts two main fundraisers each year to support its operating costs, teacher Christmas bonuses and teacher wish-list items. The HSA makes a signifi cant contributioneach year, and their contributions come in more forms than money alone. The Home and School Association is an invaluable source of volunteers and school support for which we are truly grateful.

*After 10% reduction payment.

2010-2011 Donor List


AnnUAl PArenT APPeAlGold ($1,300 & Over)Mr. Raymond ArensonBaxter International FoundationThe Beebe FamilyThe Dobrez FamilyMr. and Mrs. Paul EdlundThe Faris FamilyMr. and Mrs. Gleb GorelickThe Kevin FamilyMr. and Mrs. Dan KleinMr. and Mrs. Karl KuhnJohn and Mary ManganThe Marsico FamilyThe McGovern FamilyMicrosoft CorporationMr. John M. O’ConnorMr. and Mrs. Erik PetersenMr. Jeff Preston and Mrs. Janet DaviesThe Rief FamilyThe Schubrych FamilyMr. and Mrs. Greg SorokaSean and Susan Sullivan and FamilyThe Walton FamilyWells Fargo Educational Matching Gift ProgramMaroon ($250 - $1,299)Mr. and Mrs. Kent AllenThe Archer FamilyMr. and Mrs. Thomas ArviaMr. and Mrs. Stetson AtwoodMr. Ronald AustinBarclays Educational Gift Matching ProgramMs. Bridgette BlakeMr. and Mrs. Franco CampioneMr. and Mrs. Dominic CaseyMr. and Mrs. Christopher CooperMr. and Mrs. Thomas CosgroveThe Courtad FamilyMr. and Mrs. Joseph CullenMr. James Davis

The Devane FamilyMr. and Mrs. William De La FuenteMr. Joseph E. DimberioMr. and Mrs. Mark DoleskiKendra Ensor and Walter WeglinskiMrs. Jeanne Farley-LiMr. Timothy FarrellFifth Third BankMr. and Mrs. Edward FlemingMr. and Mrs. Alex GalianoMr. and Mrs. Patrick GallagherMr. and Mrs. Chris GoergenMr. and Mrs. Daniel GuilfoyleMr. Delph GustitusThe Guzina FamilyThe Hart FamilyHewitt Associates LLC Benefi ts Resource CenterMr. Dan HoffmanMr. and Mrs. Tom JefferyMr. Ray KarenasJames and Susan KleinThe Todd Kramer FamilyMr. and Mrs. Stacy LitherlandThe Ma FamilyThe MacMillan FamilyMr. and Mrs. MaidaMs. Shannan McFaddenMr. and Mrs. Curtis MillerMr. and Mrs. Gregory MillerMr. and Mrs. Ross MishkinMr. and Mrs. Thomas MolloyMr. and Mrs. Garett NesbittEric Nielsen and Ellen PapacekMr. and Mrs. Christopher NordlohMr. and Mrs. Thomas NovickiMr. and Mrs. Richard PetrilloMr. and Mrs. Timothy PhairThe Puccio-Johnson FamilyMr. and Mrs. Justin ReederMr. and Mrs. Rob RhynerMr. and Mrs. Clark RichterMr. and Mrs. Thomas Rieckelman

Mr. and Mrs. Dan Roarty Dan and Jen RussellTimothy M. SamondsMr. and Mrs. Matthew SchirackMr. and Mrs. Dobson Schofi eldMr. and Mrs. Robert Schuyler Mr. and Mrs. Ryan SteczMr. and Mrs. John StephensThe Stern FamilyMs. Terri ThomasMr. and Mrs. Patrick S. TrayMr. and Mrs. John Van HoutenMr. and Mrs. Miguel VelasquezYahoo Matching Gifts ProgramWhite (Under $250)Mr. and Mrs. Jeffrey AndersonMr. and Mrs. Colin AylwardMr. Martin F. BabboMr. John Bernbom and Mrs. Maureen TurmanMs. Sophia ClayMs. Shaun Considine Fitzgerald


GrAndPArenT APPeAlPhil and Peggy AdamsEd and Sharon AhlforsBob and Sandra AuerJoseph T. BabboDonald and Ann BeeseClay and Carolyn BelongiaSanto and Karen CampioneRobert and Joan DavisEdward (Duke) DellinDonald and Mary Jane DimberioSam FazioGene and Margaret FinneganEdward FlemingLouis GonnellaTerry and Nancy GuilfoylePauline LynchMadolyn MishkinBobby and Lynn PolleschJeffrey and Andrea StahlThomas and Judy SteczRoy WattsCatherine Weingaft-RyanRoxanne ZachHS AnnUAl FUndSt. Benedict Association ($1,000+)Anonymous Mr. Erhard ChorleThe Christopher L. and M. Susan GustFoundationJohn C. HalleMr. and Mrs. James KartheiserLinda M. Krier, CPAFred LubyMr. Raymond LuthMr. Larry Martin and Mrs. Raquel BechSulzer Family FoundationFounder’s Society ($500-$999)Robert BruettMr. and Mrs. George CroweThomas J. FitzgeraldMrs. Marie FitzpatrickMr. and Mrs. Robert HerrmannThe Bengal Club ($250-$499)Philip J. AnselminiGuy C. Grundhoeferpage 14

Donor List from 2010-2011

2011 Annual Report

AnnUAl PArenT APPeAlWhite (Under $250) ContinuedMr and Mrs. Romel DalaloMr. and Mrs. John DeSantisMrs. Eileen ErenbergMr. and Mrs. David FisherMr. and Mrs. David FloresMr. and Mrs. Gus GhuneimMr. and Mrs. David GonnellaMr. and Mrs. Kayne GrauMr. and Mrs. Andrew GuschwanMr. and Mrs. Alan HauserMr. James P. Heaney and Mrs. Maria ColangeloMr. Patrick HerringtonMr. and Mrs. Kyle HogarthMr. and Mrs. P. Michael InskoKaplan, Inc.Mr. and Mrs. Khalid KhanMr. and Mrs. Bob KinsloeMr. and Mrs. Bryan KirklandMr. and Mrs. George KlattMr. and Mrs. Peter KoulogeorgeMr. and Mrs. Mark KromkowskiMr. and Mrs. Fred MatviasMr. and Mrs. Kevin McJessyMr. and Mrs. Matthew MulderinkMr. and Mrs. Eamon NashMrs. Karen NeimanasMr. and Mrs. Rory O’ByrneMr. James Ochoa and Mrs. Susan O’KeefeMr. Liam O’Connor and Mrs. Ann ConnollyMr. and Mrs. Michael PodgornyMr. Mariusz PydychMr. and Mrs. Jeremy RohnMr. Timothy M. SamondsMr. and Mrs. Daryl SchumacherMr. and Mrs. Francesco SessaMr. John Shirey and Mrs. Carmina PerejaMr. and Mrs. Eugene SikoraMr. Kyle T. SmithMr. and Mrs. William SweatMs. Michelle L. ThelinMr. Todd Van Dyke and Mrs. Jennifer De MayMr. and Mrs. David Van DykeMr. and Mrs. Robert VenturaMr. Bill Wooten and Mrs. Anni BravermanMs. Rita T. ZeitnereS SCHOlArSHIP FUndGloria AguileraRamon AlpasanMr. and Mrs. Brian AnnulisJoseph BabboMr. and Mrs. Michael BartleyThe Beebe FamilySue BreunigKevin BucharMr. and Mrs. Scott CampbellBienvenido CapelesMichael CarterRobert CassidyCarmen CheverePatricia ClarkAnna Mae ColeRichard DavisBenjamin DinoTeresa DominguezThomas DossettAlexander DumasKerri Erb

Mr. and Mrs. David Fisher Virginia FrechetteEduardo GalianoTeresa GarciaMr. and Mrs. Gus GhuneimLawrence GnappGloria GoernerPatricia GollehonMarian GreeneGabriel GuzzoJeanne HairBryce HannaBarbara HartnackAlan Hauser and Anne SuhMary HennemanHoellen Family FoundationAnne HoellichNilda IrizarryEdward KestlerAngel La LuzThomas LaulettaMr. and Mrs. Jason LegendreEugene LeoneLillian LopezCorazon LopezJean LuberHoward LueckePatricia LydonMr. and Mrs. John McMahonJanice McNeillMr. and Mrs. Robert MorandChristine MorrisseyMelissa MulhernRegina MulhernSean Murray

John O’ConnorBenjamin OlivaThomas PantonJoseph PaternoPatrick PatrasMary PhillipsMr. and Mrs. Chris PientonJeff Preston and Janet DaviesArturo RecintoRoscoe Village Chamber of CommercePatrick SchaeferLouis SchilzNorman SchmitJohn SchmitzBarbara SchroederRafael SegubanMary ShurbaMark SilichMary SpecialeJoan TheisGonzalo TinajeroDiane Van BurenGloria VergaraTim Walker

Marilee DentzerJo Ann DepenbrokRalph EganVirginia HandrupMr. and Mrs. Gerard HaslwanterRita KattnerEdward KestlerMary Lou KestlerRobert KestlerJames KlotterDonald LewanHelen LockeRegina MulhernKenneth PrintenMichalene ThonePatricia Woodhouse

eS AlUMnI APPeAl

The Walsh FoundationGertrude WerschingCharles WimberlyKirk WojakEdward WolkePatricia WoodhouseRita Zeitner


STreeT lIGHT BAnner APPeAlMr. and Mrs. Thomas BeckMary CarkhuffBeverly CarlsonGrein Funeral DirectorsHS Class of 1960Kathleen HaranCharlene HennesseyMarilyn JergerSteven JergerEdward KneipLarry MartinGail RadonCarl RiceWilliam SchaeferSuzanne SchmidtMary SobyraSt. Benedict Girl ScoutsSt. Benedict Parish Pastoral CouncilStella’s Mediterranean GrillRobert StrezewskiFred VertucciWaveland BowlElizabeth Witte

Henry J. MicklinghoffDiane Moretti-SchmitRenee PittsAlivia S. PolhemusErin L. RossJeanette D. SalettaCarl F. WagnerGerald W. WalkerMarianne T. WehrleRobert A. WolfPatricia K. WoodhouseSandra A. Woodhouse JacobHS SCHOlArSHIP - GenerAlAnonymousBig Shoulders FundMr. Robert DaehlerElizabeth G. DunnEcolab FoundationMrs. Carol EmersonHoellen Family FoundationIrish Fellowship Educational and Cultural FoundationMr. James HollisMr. and Mrs. Charles JosephWilliam F. KochLakeview Polar Bear ClubNuveen Investments, Inc.School Sisters of St. FrancisMr. Michael ThomsMcTigue Scholarship FundSr. Margaret Geraghty, BVMMr. and Mrs. Karl KuhnMike Swinford

HS AnnUAl FUnd BenGAl ClUB COnT’dAnn F. HeratyWilliam HottingerNoreen P. Mc CormackFrederick R. SchramTom C. WeirathMaroon and Gold ($100-$249)Mary Cascino AlbergoJames L. BarrettStephanie BortkoMr. and Mrs. John and Eileen ChambersThomas CleysAnn P. DuffySusan EkxBernard J. FordDianne M. HoffWillis J. HoffRobert J. JaglaDiane M. JensenAlan G. KalitzkyThe Kiplinger FoundationThomas KoenigWilliam J. KulandaHelen LockeMarion D. MeyerDonna J. MohrleinRegina A. MulhernRonald NeidhartPaul NeustadtNorthcenter Chamber of CommerceGerhard PerschkeLila C. PetittiMichael J. PhillipsStephen Portenlanger, SFOMs. Mary Therese SchertlerDenise K. ShawCarl SilvestriniBerton L. StevensRoman SysynMargaret Winsordonors up to $100Ruth M. AlbrechtThomas AlessiSteve ArsenijevicKathleen M. BeckBeverly A. CarlsonJohn ChambersPeter CortisCharles J. DulayShirley M. DursoLarry J. ElenzMarilyn C. FeldkampJoanne FrankovichJoan C. Gailard EvansMary Lou GinterGeraldine GrovesVirginia M. HandrupRichard HellgethCharlene M. HennesseyMaureen HoltzmanJerome IdaszakDorothy J. JohnsonRita J. KattnerWilliam F. KochMark R. KuhlmanJoseph A. LaschBruce LemkeEric T. LowingDavid B. Lyng

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Donor List from 2010-2011

2011 Annual Report

SCHOlArSHIP SUndAY PArISH APPeAl - HIGH SCHOOl ($25 And UP)Phillip AdamsJoseph T. BabboLaura BardowskiThe Beebe FamilySue BreunigPaul BrimstinMichael CarterRomel B. DalaloJames T. DolanMr. and Mrs. Patrick R. GallagherPatrick GannonLawrence GnappGloria M. GoernerPatricia GollehonMr. and Mrs. Alan HauserAnne M. HoellichAnne HuntTheresa A. KattnerMary Ann KattnerSteve KochJean LuberJanice McNeillBrian MillerRegina A. MulhernLila C. PetittiArturo G. RecintoMichael ReedyArmando RivasJohn J. SchmitzBarbara L. SchroederWilliam ShaverThomas StockwellJoan M. Theis

William VachuskaPatricia K. WoodhouseSCHOlArSHIP SUndAY PArISH APPeAl - eleMenTArY SCHOOl ($25 And UP)Mr. and Mrs. Brian AnnulisJoseph T. BabboThe Beebe FamilySue BreunigKevin BucharMichael CarterRobert CassidyPatricia A. ClarkBenjamin C. DinoMr. and Mrs. David FisherVirginia C. FrechetteTeresa GarciaLawrence GnappGloria M. GoernerAlan Hauser and Anne SuhMary R. HennemanHoellen Family FoundationAnne M. HoellichEdward J. KestlerMr. and Mrs. Jason LegendreEugene LeoneJean LuberPatricia LydonJanice McNeillChristine K. MorrisseyMelissa M. MulhernRegina A. MulhernJohn O’ConnorPatrick PatrasMr. and Mrs. Chris PientonJeff Preston and Janet DaviesJohn J. SchmitzBarbara L. SchroederMary ShurbaJoan M. Theis The Walsh FoundationEdward R. WolkePatricia K. WoodhouseRita T. Zeitner


St. Benedict Preparatory High School Celebrates 60th AnniversaryAlumni, former teachers, and friends of St. Benedict Preparatory High School gathered on April 30 to celebrate the sixtieth anniversary of the school. A gala dinner was held in honor of those who have attended and taught in the school throughout its history. Special recognition was awarded to the School Sisters of St. Francis, who have dedicated over 50 years serving our school. With a rich history of sixty years behind it, St. Benedict Preparatory High School looks to continue the tradition of excellence in the future.

National Recognition for St. Benedict Preparatory School

The St. Benedict Preparatory Home and School Association (HSA) received the 2011 NCEA (National Catholic Education Association) Distinguished Home and School Associations Award. This award, presented at the NCEA Annual Convention in April, recognized only 5 HSA’s across the country. The HSA won the award for its work in supporting SBPS’s recruitment, enrollment, and retention efforts. In 2010, the HSA was instrumental in the admissions process, beginning with recruitment and carrying through with support to new families. This all-encompassing approach to admissions maximized enrollment and increased the retention rate from grade to grade, while building a sense of community among our families.

St. Benedict Preparatory School was also presented with the Catholic Schools for Tomorrow Innovations In Education Award from Today’s Catholic Teacher magazine. This award, presented at Broussard’s Restaurant during the 2011 NCEA Annual Convention in New Orleans, recognized SBPS for Project Vision of Excellence. This project was implemented in 2010 and restructured the school administration and curriculum.

This restructuring has resulted in one vibrant model for rigorous Catholic education from preschool through senior year of high school. With these two national awards, SBPS continues to grow and strengthen the mission of offering quality PreK-12 Catholic education on the north side of Chicago.

60th Anniversary Highlights from 2010-2011

**Thank you Mary Lou Tallud of “Spotlight on 3,” for assisting with the photography, including the cover, for this annual report.


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