Traditions

A COLLEGE PREPARATORY SCHOOL

ALUMNI MAGAZINE

SPRING 2017

S T. M A R Y ’ S H I G H S C H O O L

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forever a ram As I leave, please be assured that our school stands firmly committed to imparting the values of our Catholic faith to our current and future students, guided by the practical advice and example of St. Francis de Sales - “Live Jesus.” I want to sincerely thank Bishop Stephen Blaire for his constant support and commitment to St. Mary’s High School and Catholic education for the Diocese of Stockton. To our Board of Directors, thank you for your tremendous leadership and care for the future of our school and this community. I thank the St. Mary’s faculty, staff and administration for all their efforts on behalf of our school and the students we teach. And a special thanks goes to the teachers and counselors who are committed to the success of every student. They continue to take a personal interest in the academic, social and spiritual development of our students.

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It has been an honor to Mr. Morelli’s life models be associated with St. the gentleman saint, St. Mary’s High School as Francis de Sales. Mr. Morelli a Dean, Principal and President is a gentleman and his for 33 of my 44 years in education. spirituality and gentle nature are characteristics that I will I have prayed daily to the Blessed always embrace. Mother for strength and wisdom to handle with integrity and -Mrs. Kathy Salady, ’59 the responsibility I viewed as a vocation. I have been inspired by the goodness of our students, the talents of our faculty and staff, and the knowledge and generosity of the Board of Directors, alumni, friends and others. I will forever treasure the friendships that I have gained with so many holy men and women since joining the staff at St. Mary’s in 1984. My life has been immeasurably enriched by the vocations of the Dominican Sisters of San Rafael, the Franciscans and, of course, the beloved Oblates of St. Francis de Sales, with whom I have served during my tenure at St. Mary’s.

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I thank Father Fallon for his years of service to St. Mary’s and for believing in me when he asked me to join the staff 33 years ago. I thank Kathy Smith for her dedication to St. Mary’s and I congratulate Mr. Jim Brusa for his new role as President of St. Mary’s. Thank you to the parents and grandparents for your sacrifice and belief in St. Mary’s and thank you for the gift of your children to our school community. We have been made better for their presence among us, as well as your own, throughout these last four years. Thank you to the thousands of alumni, friends and benefactors for the perpetual support and commitment to the success of this school over the past 33 years. I have been humbled and honored to be able to stand in front of our students for many years. Their accomplishments are remarkable either in the classroom, on the fields, on the courts, or on the stage. We are proud of them in public, in the chapel and in the gym during our school Masses. They are RAMS.

Bro. James Dorazio, O.S.F.S., Bro. Neil McMenamim, O.S.F.S., Rev. Clark Kelley, O.S.F.S., Rev. John Fallon, O.S.F.S., and Peter Morelli

To the Class of 2017, you have heard on so many occasions: “Be who you are and be that well.” Let me share with you my thoughts on how to be who you are and be that well. »» First: Have passion for whatever you do in life. Fall in love with your work to where it seems it’s not work. »» Second: Always remember to thank those who help you along the way and know there will be many who will help you. »» And Finally: Continue to use prayer in your life. Prayer helps you to see the countless occasions you have each day to grow in virtue. Prayer enables you to gratefully embrace the gift of each new day as it comes. Prayer is what keeps us connected to God. Prayer is what keeps us connected to the divine in ourselves Prayer is what keeps us connected to the divine in one another. Prayer gives us the humility to acknowledge where we’ve been. Prayer gives us the gentleness to accept where we are. Prayer gives us the courage to consider where we need to go. Passion, appreciation and prayer guide us to be who we are and to be that well. It has been among the greatest blessings of my life to learn, live and work in the company of some of the most splendid Catholic educators to be found anywhere, and to have the privilege of helping many thousands of truly gifted young people learn to “Be who they are and be that well” in order to bring honor to the Master Craftsman whose handiwork we all reflect. I am so proud of St. Mary’s High School – the beacon of Catholic school excellence in our community - which is rooted in the unique spirituality of both its patrons, Saint Francis de Sales, as well as our Blessed Mother Mary. Wherever I go, I will carry with me the wonderful memories of all of the students, educators and friends I have come to know and love over my years at St. Mary’s High School. Let there be no doubt - I will forever be a St. Mary’s RAM. Respectfully in the Lord, Peter D. Morelli

Peter Morelli ’69 and George Gibson ’69

Bishop Stephen Blaire, Karen Gherardi ’71 and Peter Morelli

Cindy and Peter Morelli with grandson, Lucca

His Legacy Remembered Cauldron Yearbook Editor

Peter Morelli announced in the fall that he planned to retire at the end of the 2016-2017 school year. During his tenure, he introduced the teachings of St. Francis de Sales, launched our school motto, “Be who you are and be that well,” wrote the school’s mission statement with a strategic plan, developed a community service program and scholarship program, built the RAM center, introduced a multitude of AP classes and more. On the tech side, the school moved to an iPad program, online grading system, and other tools to enhance communication. The Lagorio bulding, Chase Athletic Center and other sports facilities were built under his leadership. Peter and his wife, Cynthia, recently celebrated their 40th anniversary. They have two grown sons and one grandson. He will continue to referee for the NFL and be active in the community.

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letter from the president As I close the chapter of my 21 years as Athletic Director, I am energized to take on the next chapter in my new role as President of St. Mary’s High School. I want to thank the Board of Directors and the Diocese of Stockton for the trust and faith they have placed in me to help St. Mary’s continue its mission. I must thank all the students, parents, alumni and friends who have supported me and St. Mary’s athletics during my tenure as Athletic Director. My memories over the years and the many relationships we’ve built made the A.D. job my dream job, where I looked forward to coming to work every day. I’d like to thank Father Fallon for always being there to support me and the challenges I have faced over the years. Thank you to Peter Morelli for his friendship and mentoring. Peter allowed me to run the athletic department as I saw fit and supported my decisions, even when it was tough sledding. I am very grateful for his trust, wisdom and guidance. Thank you to all of the coaches with whom I’ve had the pleasure of working over the years. Their dedication and passion for our teams throughout each of our athletic programs has made St. Mary’s the envy of the sports community, both in our area and beyond. I want to acknowledge and thank my assistant, Barbara Harada, for her efforts in making my job doable and enjoyable. Barbara has handled the athletic department detail day to day and has played an integral role in the department running smoothly. Last but not least, I want to thank my wife, Angela, for her love and support of me in a job that dealt with many challenges and a lot of time away from home. St. Mary’s is an icon of excellence in our community with a wonderful 140+ year history. Today, we face new challenges to overcome. I plan on meeting these challenges through teambuilding skills. I’ve learned that building a successful team requires a strong foundation built upon

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Brusa Family: Gio ‘12, Angela, Jim and Gianna ‘09

work ethic and enthusiasm, which we as individuals can bring to our vocations and avocations every day. Then it’s all about people working together to accomplish the goals of the institution. Everyone involved with the institution must be willing to cooperate with each other to make things work effectively and efficiently. Each individual must be loyal to the institution and have a passion for its best interests. This loyalty is based on duty, devotion, faith and commitment. Through teamwork, we can best face the challenges ahead and ensure the strongest foundation to build upon our past success. Please join me in bringing our community together to do great things for our students and our school. At the heart of our mission is our deep love of St. Mary’s High School. I look forward to seeing all of you and developing the relationships which will not only carry St. Mary’s High School to the next level, but ensure its success for generations. Respectfully in the Lord,

Jim Brusa President

ADMINISTRATION President Emeritus Rev. John P. Fallon, O.S.F.S. President Mr. Jim Brusa Principal Mrs. Kathy Smith Vice Principal Mrs. Karen Gherardi ’71 Administrative Advisor to the President & Principal Mrs. Kathy Salady ’59 Academic Dean Mrs. Alana Weisz ’04 Director of Guidance & Counseling Services Ms. Annette Knowles ’85 Dean of Students Mrs. Genesta Jackson Director of Athletics Mr. Adam Lichter Director of Development Mr. Greg Traverso ’79

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Principal’s Message

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Class of 2017

10 Around Campus 16 Events Traditions is published two times per year by St. Mary’s High School for alumni, parents and friends. For more information, please contact: St. Mary’s High School 5648 N. El Dorado Street P.O. Box 7247 Stockton, California 95267-0247 (209) 957-3340, Ext 187 [email protected]

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principal’s message Working Together – The Catholic Way

Kathy Smith

Citing the words of St. Francis de Sales, “Do ordinary things extraordinarily well” is a quote I feel best describes everyone’s approach here at Saint Mary’s High School. We are blessed to have a community who has faith, trust and a commitment to who we are as a college preparatory high school. It is your belief in SMHS and our values that help to sustain our school. It is my guarantee to you that we will always base our decisions on what is best for our students. Saint Mary’s High School is dedicated to the academic excellence that prepares each of our

students for college and for a life that reflects our Christian principles. The integration of Christian truths and values, within the framework of learning experiences, characterizes our educational approach. Our curriculum is constantly being evaluated so that our students will have the opportunity to develop within this Christian framework, enabling them how best to contribute to the political, social, economic, spiritual, moral and intellectual life in our society. The use of iPads has allowed teachers to experience greater mobility in the classroom and to take advantage of the numerous apps that add to lessons or offer review/practice opportunities. We are working towards more technology driven lessons and in discovering

st. mary’s at a glance doing the ordinary things extraordinarily well

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68 dedicated faculty members, 44% hold masters or advanced degrees. 5 counselors in Guidance Department: 3 credentialed academic/college counselors, a credentialed scholarship counselor and a licensed clinical social worker.

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Student to faculty ratio is 12 to 1.

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Fully accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges and by the Western Catholic Education Association.

Students of all faiths apply from 133 different elementary schools. International program includes students from Brazil, China and Hungary. Annual student mission trip offered during Easter break.

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Seniors participate in mock job interviews with community professionals. More than 50% of student body receives some form of financial assistance. All students take religion and attend annual class retreat. 60 hours of community service required before graduating. Daily Mass offered in Our Lady, Queen of the Angels Chapel, schoolwide Masses in Morelli gymnasium. Reconciliation offered during Lent and Advent; Decade of the Rosary recited weekly at the Statue of Mary. Blessing of St. Francis de Sales statue at St. Francis de Sales Mass and annual May Crowning of the Statue of Mary.

information versus memorizing information - the future for our students. Our international students from China, Brazil and Hungary have enriched our school community this year. They are committed, enthusiastic and actively engaged in clubs, sports and their studies. We are excited about having more students join us next year. With at least two-thirds of our students participating in extracurricular activities or athletics, it is important they learn to balance their academics, afterschool activities, community service projects and their personal life. It is all part of educating the whole person. They learn to manage their time by planning and prioritizing a schedule which best fits into their busy day. Each student is encouraged to work to their fullest potential, to use their talents most effectively, and to work closely with

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our academic guidance counselors and their parents as they chart their course each year towards graduation and a college education. The hard work and commitment from our seniors this year are part of the reason for acceptances into colleges such as Stanford, Boston College, Cal, USC, Tulane, UCLA, New York University, University of Chicago, UC Davis, Cal Poly San Luis Obispo, Georgetown, Notre Dame, an appointment to West Point, as well as many other colleges across the United States. The class of 2017 was awarded 17 athletic scholarships. As principal it will always be my goal to move and work together towards our future. We know Catholic schools work; they change lives and form great citizens. I am blessed and proud to be a part of this essential ministry of the Church and God’s work.

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1:1 iPad program supports essential skill areas and is the device that best augments our curriculum.

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Award-winning broadcast and yearbook programs. Award-winning theatre department offers two productions each year. About 100 students involved in each production.

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17 sports including newly introduced Trapshooting. More than 30 student-organized clubs ranging from STEM to fine arts to community service. More than 700 students belong to Green Machine, the pep club supporting all sports teams.

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Chase Athletic Center opened two years ago. All sports teams use room for weight training and conditioning. Additional athletic facilities include: track facilities, baseball turf field, baseball field house, football turf field, salt-water pool, soccer fields, six tennis courts and two gyms. Faculty/staff participate in a community service day. We have established a partnership with Notre Dame through the Alliance for Catholic Education (ACE) fellow teaching program. The summer enrichment program for elementary thru junior high school students will be in full swing this summer. We are offering an art adventure camp, cooking, dancing, youth music, drama, and a math/science camp.

Voted #1 for school spirit in San Joaquin County last year. Athletic team Chaplin celebrates team Masses and blesses players before athletic games.

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Congratulations St. Mary’s High School Class of 2017 Graduates were offered $16,700,670 in grants and scholarships and will be continuing to: Arizona State University

Lewis & Clark College

University of Alabama

Azusa Pacific University

Los Angeles College of Music

University of Arizona

Biola University

Loyola Marymount University

University of California, Berkeley

Boise State University

Modesto Junior College

University of California, Davis

Boston College

Naval Reserve Officers

University of California, Irvine

Boston University

University of California, Los Angeles

California Baptist University

Nevada State College

University of California, Merced

California Lutheran University

New York Film Academy

University of California, Riverside

California Polytechnic State University,

Northern Arizona University

University of California, San Diego

Oregon State University

University of California, Santa Barbara

California State University, Chico

Pepperdine University

University of California, Santa Cruz

California State University,

Plumber & Steamfitters Union

University of Colorado, Boulder

Presentation College

University of Hawaii

California State University, East Bay

Sacramento City College

University of Idaho

California State University, Fresno

San Diego State University

University of Illinois

California State University, Fullerton

San Francisco City College

University of Jamestown

California State University, Monterey Bay

San Francisco State University

University of Nevada, Reno

California State University, Northridge

San Joaquin Delta College

University of Notre Dame

California State University, Sacramento

San Jose State University

University of Oregon

Carroll College

Santa Clara University

University of Portland

Creighton University

Seattle University

University of Redlands

Dominican University of California

Sonoma State University

University of San Diego

East Carolina University

Southern Oregon University

University of San Francisco

Folsom Lake College

St. John’s College

University of Southern California

George Washington University

St. Mary’s College of California

University of Tennessee

Georgetown University

Stanford University

University of the Pacific

Gonzaga University

Sterling College

University of Utah

Grand Canyon University

Tabor College

University of Washington

Holy Names University

Tulane University

Villanova University

Humboldt State University

U.S. Air Force

Washington State University

Iowa State University

U.S. Marine Corps

Whittier College

Langston University

United States Military Academy -

San Luis Obispo

Dominguez Hills

Las Positas College

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Training Corps

West Point

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around campus Band and Choir Awards

Congratulations to our Prima Voce Choir, Band and Concert Choir, directed by Mr. Tanner, for all receiving a Silver Rating at the Forum Music Festival, They now rank in the top 20% of the overall high schools in the country.

STEM

The STEM Club, moderated by Ms. Lasiter, brings together students that enjoy learning about science, technology, engineering and mathematics. The goal of this club is to promote science and math through fun activities, such as engineering design challenges and exploring the world of coding. This club will build members’ confidence in their knowledge of science and math, their problem solving skills, and give them an opportunity to explore their own ideas and interests in STEM.

St. Francis de Sales Club

Members of St. Mary’s St. Francis de Sales Club gave up most of their Veteran’s Day holiday to paint and decorate the walls of the Stockton Shelter for the Homeless with murals so that the children who are at the center will have a bright and comfortable place to spend their time. The St. Francis de Sales Club, moderated by Mr. Brehm, serves the students of St. Mary’s High School by cultivating Salesian spirituality. The club focuses on the life, teachings, and writings of St. Francis de Sales and looks for ways to help others, whether fellow students or family members.

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Model United Nations

The St. Mary’s Model UN Club, moderated by Mr. Dykezul joined 47 other high schools representing 55 nations for a two-day Model UN conference at Santa Teresa High School in San Jose.

around campus Kids Taking A Stand

Lexey Seligman, ’17 and Mason Merin ’19 helped with the “Kids Taking A Stand” program that helps countless people in our community and raises awareness for breast cancer. They are pictured with Mrs. Jackson.

Christian Relief Outreach Program

Art Club

The annual CROP Canned Food Drive, moderated by Mrs. Kozina, was an overwhelming success with two van loads of food collected. The canned goods were given to Catholic Charities. The club also purchased and delivered 80 sleeping bags (rated to 5 degrees) at Christmas time to St. Mary’s Interfaith for the homeless in the Stockton area and provided a large quantity of new and gently used clothing for the poor during the annual clothing drive. Once again, students, faculty and staff of the St. Mary’s High School community showed a depth of generosity for others that follows within the school’s motto: “Be who you are and be that well.”

The Rampage Art Club made clay ornaments during December and donated them along with a Christmas tree and $250 to the InnerCity Action Center in Stockton. InnerCity Action helps others through difficult times such as homelessness, poverty, addiction, and other life controlling issues.

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around campus Theatre

The award-wining theatre program proudly presented The Hunchback of Notre Dame and The Wiz this school year. The shows were directed by Mr. Kevin Costello and sold out during both productions.

Faculty Luncheon

Thank you to our wonderful volunteers!

summer youth enrichment at St. Mary’s High School Grades 1st through 8th

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AUGUST 24, 2017

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events President’s Club Dinner

Mr. Donald J. Wiley, President and CEO of Dignity Health St. Joseph’s Medical Center was the keynote speaker at the 16th Annual President’s Club Dinner. The President’s Club was founded in 2001, the 125th anniversary year of St. Mary’s High School, as a way to continue and build St. Mary’s legacy. The club provides the President of St. Mary’s with annual funds to assist in meeting the various needs of the school. The President’s Club has helped provide iPads and laptops for the faculty, equipment for the Music Program, upgrades to PowerSchool software and upgrades to our Wi-Fi capacity throughout campus.

President’s Club President’s Club 16th Annual Dinner

Membership to the President’s Club is encouraged and open to all who believe in supporting the goals of St. Mary’s High School.

16th Annual Dinner

Bob Perasso ’69 and Peter Morelli ’69

Kristin and Dr. Roland Winter

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Gerald ’60 and Patricia Shipman

Bro. James Dorazio, O.S.F.S. and Father Mathew Issac, O.S.F.S.

Louis ’52 and Dianne ’53 Bernadicou Krissy Knutson, Lisa Dobbins ’97, Shannon Stephens and Vanessa Fields ’91

Day of Giving

Alumni and supporters from around the world showed their support and donated online during the first annual 24-Hour Day of Giving in August 2016. Together, we made one big impact and raised over $65,000 for our academic programs.

Evelyn and Stephen Barney

Jim ’76 and Rebecca Acosta

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St. Mary’s Crab Shack Sold-Out Again!

Everyone had a great time at the 2017 Crab Feed in February. We are so thankful to the Crab Shack committee, all the sponsors, donors and volunteers. The Crab Shack was a sold-out event with half of the proceeds going to the Father Fallon Endowment for tuition assistance and the other half going to student scholarships.

Lynn Owens, Chris Owens, Johnny Ford, Jackie Villegas, Holly Blackley and Karol Ford Maria Amen and Julianne Harper ’78

Penny Knapp, Vera Andujo and Margie Van Over

Stephanie King and Blake Gonsalves ’99

Johnna Feneck ’11 and David Gherardi ’09

Frank Salady, Jane Salady and Carrie Salady

Brian Martucci and Kevin Mahoney ’92

Drew Steyer and Elizabeth Esau ’08

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events Sixth Annual Empowering Young Women

The 6th Annual Empowering Young Women event honored Annette Murdaca on an evening dedicated to empowering and inspiring young women. Annette is an example of faith, courage and determination. Listed among her many accomplishments, Annette raised funds for the building of the 24-hour Women’s Shelter at Salvation Army Hope Harbor. The Foundation was formed for the purpose of providing food, shelter and other items for those women and children who are less fortunate and may be suffering financially. Brooklyn Silva ’18 was the keynote speaker and also shared her powerful message about overcoming life’s hardships. Proceeds from the evening’s dinner benefit student awards.

Amy Borland ’94, Bonnie Bloom ’70 and Cindy Morelli

BJ Stewart and Beverly McCarthy

Grandparents & Special Friends Mass SAINT MARY’S HIGH SCHOOL welcomes Grandparents f Family f Friends

Lord God Almighty, bless our grandparents with long life, happiness, and health. May they remain constant in your love and be living signs of your presence to their children and grandchildren. We ask this through Christ our Lord. Amen.

Father Fallon and Annette Murdaca Bob Zanoni, Emmy Deluca ’18, Betty Pereira and Ruby Zanoni

Lisa Richman, Linda Philipp, Riley Richman and Pam Allen

Melanie Mauro and Lynn Martucci

Melissa Johnson ’10 and Wendy Johnson

Isabelle Ceballos ’19 and Aline de Eraso

Sandy Murphy, Barbara Mc Candless and Noreen Basso

Scott Marcus, Kathy Smith, Linda Lofthus, Scotty Marcus and Dina Marcus

Photos courtesy of Helen Ripken

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Emery McKee, Abrefi Adubofour, Carla Donaldson and Sofia Robles

Joe Lombardi, Gian Lombardi ’19, and Cheri Lombardi

events The Hall of Fame promotes pride in St. Mary’s High School and honors alumni, faculty, staff, families and friends who have made outstanding accomplishments in their communities and in their lives. The St. Mary’s High School Hall of Fame perpetuates those individuals who have excelled and who provide our students with examples of what to dream and aspire to become. The first awards were presented in 1991, and the first recipients were: Edward Burke Sr., Charles K. Bud De Young ’35, Duane Isetti ’59 and Sister Colette Standart, O.P. ’29. In Robison Hall, the former administration building, framed pictures hang of every Hall of Fame inductee.

HALL OF FAME

The St. Mary’s Hall of Fame preserves and strengthen our school’s motto: Be who you are and be that well. We want to thank those whose faith and commitment as graduates, parents and benefactors support this special mission of the Church in Stockton. We thank them as role models, who by their example have made lasting contributions to our Church, our school and our community. We bless them for their example and their generous hearts, which make it possible for the teaching mission of St. Mary’s High School to continue to flourish and to bring the Good News to the people of Stockton. -Peter Morelli at Hall of Fame Dinner, February 2017

Jean Knutsen Aguilar ’77

Annette Vignolo Knowles ’85

Margo Bisaccio Kozina

Felicia Quilantang- Belinda Leinfelder Squires Rowley

Ed Sullivan

Dwight Swanson

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ATHLETIC HALL OF FAME

OCTOBER 21, 2017 INDUCTEES Joe Barkett

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Nancy Hackett Mittelstadt ’96

Jim Grady, Head Coach of Women’s Basketball

Jason Bartlett

’97

Andrew Hill ’91

Mark Kusonovich, Head Coach of Women’s Soccer

Denise Castles Stenger ’83

Laurie Hill Nero ’93

Ted Yoneda ’83, Head Coach of Women’s Softball

Heidi Chinchiolo Gluskin ’90

Lynee Lozano Monckton ’81

1970 Season Football Team, Head Coach Duane Isetti ’59

Michelle Cozad

Fred Shoemaker ’70

1971 Season Football Team, Head Coach Duane Isetti ’59

Christopher Smith

1978-1979 Season Boys Basketball Team, Head Coach Tom O’Neil

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John Ellis ’91

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athletics | tcal champions FOOTBALL

Nor-Cal Division 1 Champions Sac-Joaquin Section Champions TCAL Champions 5–0 league record; 13–2 overall

WOMEN’S BASKETBALL

MEN’S BASKETBALL

MEN’S WATER POLO

WOMEN’S WATER POLO

Sac-Joaquin Section Champions, TCAL Champions, 19–9 overall record

TCAL Champions 10–0 league record; 20–10 overall

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TCAL Champions 8–2 league record; 22–12 overall

TCAL Champions 10–0 league record; 14–9 overall

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WOMEN’S TENNIS

TRAPSHOOTING

WOMEN’S GOLF

TRACK

TCAL Champions 10–0 league record; 12–2 overall

TCAL Champions 9–1 league record

CYSSA League Champion. At press time, the team was competing for the California State Championship.

At press time, St. Mary’s had 14 students place successfully at the TCAL meet and were preparing for the Sac-Joaquin Section meet.

Visit saintmaryshighschool.org for more sports information. DIVE

TCAL Champion Alisha Miller ’17

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athletics New Athletic Director

Mr. Adam Lichter has been named the new Athletic Director for St. Mary’s High School. Mr. Lichter has served as parish administrator at St. Bernadette’s Parish. Previously, he was the vice principal of Brookside Christian High School where he also was an academic counselor and director of the international student program. Mr. Lichter has taught Special Education in Stockton Unified and has coaching experience in both varsity basketball and baseball. Mr. Lichter has aspired to be a part of St. Mary’s for a long time. In a statement from the athletic department, Mr Lichter said, “I am finally a Ram. I strive for excellence, and I consider St. Mary’s to be the best high school in San Joaquin County.” Mr. Lichter received his Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with a minor in Sports Management. He and his wife, Danielle (Weymouth) ‘05, have five children, Ava, Kaia, Gemma, Moses and Tytus.

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Popo Aumavae

University of Oregon

Football

Dewey Cotton

CSU, Sacramento

Football

Julia Delucchi

Southern Oregon University

Track

Jake Dunniway

UC Davis

Football

David Ford

College of Idaho

Football

Charlie Johnson

University of the Pacific

Baseball

Parker Jory

California Lutheran University

Water Polo

Natalie Kromm

University of Jamestown

Soccer

To’a Heck

Southern Oregon University

Football

Eric Madrid

Santa Clara University

Baseball

Sydney Marks

California Baptist University

Volleyball

Alisha Miller

UC Davis

Diving

Naje Murray

CSU, San Diego

Basketball

Cole Norgaard

University of Washington

Football

Michael Prefling

Southern Oregon University

Football

Kelcy Telles

CSU, Dominguez Hills

Softball

Alexis Vilarino

University of the Pacific

Soccer

campus ministry

Mission Trip The Director of Campus Ministry, Mr. Kevin Costello, led students to New Orleans for St. Mary’s second mission trip. The group painted the home of a local pastor who shared his message of faith after persevering through a devastating Hurricane Katrina experience. I could not have been more proud of our students for their positive attitude, work ethic, exemplary behavior and expression of faith throughout the trip. It is an experience that will carry with all of us throughout our lives.

The mission trip to New Orleans was even better than I expected it to be. I never thought I would learn so much and become deeply attached to the culture of the city as I did. The welcoming attitude and thankfulness of the people we met made the hard work and sacrifice worth it, and I would strongly recommend this trip to anyone who is considering going.

- Mr. Kevin Costello

- Maddie Orlando ’18

BLUE MASS

The third annual Blue Mass, celebrated by Bishop Stephen Blaire last November, honored local law enforcement, fire fighters and emergency personnel. In the spirit of the holiday season, the student body collected hundreds of toys for the Stockton Police Youth Activities Toy Drive, CHiP’s for Kids Toy Drive and Taylor Elementary School. Additionally, students organized a “Jean Day” and collected $508 for the American Legion Karl Ross Post 16.

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campus ministry Father Mathew Issac, O.S.F.S.

I recently got the opportunity to witness the unique graduation of our Class of 2017. There are many virtues that are often praised at the occasion of graduation: academic excellence, athletic prowess, selfless service to the community. St Francis de Sales, our Patron, would emphasize that in addition to virtues that are often the most noticeable and laudable, there are also many “little virtues” that may garner less fanfare but are no less valuable. One of these such virtues is that of tenacity. While often associated with assertiveness or aggressiveness, at its heart, tenacity stems from a rather simple action: taking hold. Indeed, this action of taking hold is emblazoned on the Oblate’s and Saint Mary’s High School’s’ emblem in the motto, Tenui Nec Dimittam, “I have taken hold and will not let go.” (Song of Solomon 3:4) Especially in the often tumultuous teenage years, taking hold often begins with a tentative grasp, as students seek to find hold of their identity, the values that they will choose to live by, of the relationships that will nurture their growth. It is difficult however, to grasp something one finds difficult to see. As our founder, Blessed Louis Brisson liked to emphasize that even the most troubled students have the presence of God within them; the task of the educator is to help the students see it in themselves. If they can see this, then maybe the grasp can become a firm steadfastness to an inner conviction that may be bent and tried by circumstance, but never broken. When our students took hold of their diplomas, and celebrated through dancing, hat-tossing, and singing of their alma mater, we hope that their celebration is rooted in having found something, throughout or even because of challenges or difficulties, that they can truly take hold of for the rest of their lives: They are sons and daughters of God, and God will never let go of them.

St. Francis de Sales Mass

Fr. Fallon dedicated the statue of St. Francis de Sales at the annual St. Francis de Sales Mass. The sculptor and artist who designed and made the statue, Mr. Tony Ramirez ’69, was present to celebrate the event, joining the Oblates of St. Francis De Sales.

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in memoriam May They Rest In Peace December 14, 2016 - May 22, 2017

Mignon Blossom Whitcher..............1939 Gloria O’Brien Jones-Beglinger......1943 Rose Costello Vossmer..................1944 Donald Massio................................1952 Jeannine Williams Wallace.............1952 Thomas Earley................................1953 Anita Frey.......................................1953 Patricia McLaughlin Brooks Turknett....1953 Edythe Haanstra Zancanella..........1953

Irene Sanguinetti Long...................1954 Peter Pezzi......................................1955 Mary Jones Thode..........................1955 John O’Neil.....................................1956 Kathleen O’Neil Del Prete...............1957 Penelope Sue Kerker......................1958 Rita Mazza Mayse..........................1958 Kathleen Reilly Barnhart.................1961 Diane Constantine..........................1962 JoAnn Tominaga Gardea...............1962 Dr. Richard Declusian....................1964 Patricia Dougherty Riley.................1964

Peter John Pezzi

May 17, 1937 to Feb. 2, 2017 Mr. Pezzi was born in Stockton to Ruth Foley Pezzi and Raymond Pezzi. He attended El Dorado school and graduated from St. Mary’s High School in 1955. He continued onto the University of California at Davis and graduated from the agriculture program. Mr. Pezzi owned and operated P. Pezzi & Son Produce, a wholesale produce shipping company for cherries and asparagus. He had a passion and care for owning and racing horses. Mr. Pezzi is survived by his wife, Veronica Nichols Pezzi ’57. He was the loving father to Gina Pezzi Romley ’80 (Steve) and Raymond Pezzi ’82 (Sally), and grandfather to Nick Romley, Natalie Romley Bair, Dante Pezzi and Dino Pezzi. He was brother of Russ Pezzi ’57 (Mary Jo Marchesotti Pezzi ’57) and brotherin-law to Mary Nichols Benz ’51(Tom).

Pauline Goodwin Simoni.................1065 Maureen Powers Weaver...............1967 Ronald Lee Perez...........................1968 Richard Flemin...............................1970 Rose Marie Tafoya-Centeno...........1972 Henry Vosbien,III............................1977 Efferian Raynard Thames...............1980 Thomas Farris.................................1981 James Brentt..................................1982 Thomas Moreno..............................1989 Cecelia Alejo Amaya......................1992

Honor the memory of your loved one and help a student who has lost a parent with a Tribute Gift. Memorial Gifts Program

A tribute gift is a special way to honor or remember a loved one. Upon receipt of your contribution an acknowledgment card will be sent to the person designated, stating that a donation has been received in their honor. When you honor the memory of a deceased person, you help a student who has lost a parent. Memorial gifts may also benefit scholarships and departments. St. Mary’s living benefactors are remembered at Mass on the First Friday of each month. The names of the deceased are inscribed in our In Memoriam book and are remembered in a special Mass on the third Wednesday of each month in the St. Mary’s Chapel.

Please mail form below to: St. Mary’s Alumni Office | P.O. Box 7247 | Stockton, CA 95267-0247 In the Name of: Mail Acknowledgement Card to: Address: How do you wish the card signed: Date:

Amount: $  In Memory of  Scholarship  Birthday  Anniversary  Special Occasion__________________

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class notes Class of 1929 Our Alumni Room has been dedicated to Sister Colette Standart, O.P., in honor of her years of service in our Alumni and Archives Department, as well as serving as Principal of St. Mary’s High School from 1952-1956. The Alumni Room is located in the Van Ruiten Library and displays many archives from St. Mary’s dating back to 1876.

Class of 1958 Brenda Pedro Liles and her husband Victor moved to Idaho after selling their home in New York. They wanted to be closer to Vic’s parents & nine other grandchildren.

Class of 1970 Sue Schnell Casaway enjoyed celebrating her Medicare birthday in Hawaii this May. She still enjoys swimming by racing in triathlons over 13 years. Married Bud Casaway in 2011 and has two grown sons (Peter and Eric) and one granddaughter (Stella). No retirement yet, living in Phoenix, Arizona, and working at an all-boys Jesuit high school (Brophy College Prep). She stays in touch with many classmates on Facebook, and raced a few tri’s and 5k’s with Terry Flynn Molina ’70, Jeanne McGurk ’70, and Sue Flott Bolski ’69. Life is good!

Class of 1973 Robert Bernardo, retired as a teacher from the Corcoran Unified School District after serving for 37 years in the same school. He plans to do more travel, to attend more computer and Star Trek conventions, to more frequently visit relatives, and to do more work on his nearclassic automobiles.

Class of 1976 Cheryl A. Heathman retired from the State of California with 38 years of services on December 31, 2016. She started state services in August 1979 with the Department of Health Services and ended her state services with Caltrans Department of Transportation.

Class of 1978 Tammy Brecht Dunbar was honored as the 2016 Woman of the Year for the 12th Assembly District. “Tammy is a role model for teachers and students alike,” said Assemblymember Kristin Olsen, R-Riverbank. “She has contributed greatly to the advancement of technology in education, and her impact will be felt for years to come. I am proud to honor her as Woman of the Year.” Dunbar is a fifth grade teacher in the Manteca Unified School District, and an instructor at the Teachers College of San Joaquin in Stockton. She believes in a student-first, project-based learning model, and she loves to share her

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journey of crafting lessons for her students to help each one get the education they need and deserve. Dunbar is a strong advocate for incorporating technology into the classroom. She is one of 11 teachers nationwide to be named a Microsoft Innovative Educational Expert Regional Lead. She is a popular presenter and trainer around the country, training thousands of teachers on digital technology integration and presenting at numerous major conferences around the country and online. Her efforts have garnered her many awards, including being named Teacher of the Year at Manteca Unified School District. “I am humbled and honored to be recognized by Assemblymember Olsen who understands that teaching is not a job; it’s a vocation,” Dunbar said. “We are called to help students discover their strengths, skills and gifts while helping them realize each one has a genius the world needs. I am proud to nurture life-long learners who realize life’s challenges must be embraced with enthusiasm and joy.”

Class of 2001 Ted Driscoll is a major in the United States Marines. He received his B.S. in Electrical Engineering from the U.S. Naval Academy. He is currently assigned to recruiting after having spent most of the last decade in overseas assignments, with active combat roles in Iraq and being the Gulf company commander, Battalion Landing Team 2/1, 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU) part of the Makin Island Amphibious Ready Group (ARG) that provided a versatile sea-based, expeditionary force that could be tailored to a variety of missions in the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility.

Class of 2002 Lindsay Kozina Lopez married Julian Lopez in Sacramento on April 23, 2017. They will make their home in Lodi.

Class of 2006 Michael Kozina, PhD. married Amy Calgano at The Church of the Nativity in Menlo Park on April 29, 2017. They will reside in the area while Amy completes here doctoral work at Stanford. Michael received his undergraduate degree at UC Santa Cruz and his doctorate in physics at Stanford University. Joey Kozina has received his Masters in Education. He is a science teacher at Presentation School in Stockton Michael Kaehler is a helicopter pilot in the United States Navy. Jessica Spohn graduated in May from the University of Texas at El Paso with a second Masters degree in Social Work and is currently employed at UTEP as the Program Manager for Financial Social Work.

Class of 2009 Mark Yadao graduated from San Joaquin Delta College with 2 AA Degrees in the Spring of 2012 and was accepted into University of San Francisco’s Bachelors of Science in Nursing Program in the winter of 2012. He started working on a Student Nursing Career in 2013. During that same semester, he enrolled in the U.S Army Reserve Officer Training Corp at the University of San Francisco and received a 3.5 year active duty scholarship to serve as an Active Duty U.S. Army Nurse Corps Officer upon graduation. Mark obtained a Bachelors of Science in Nursing in the Spring of 2017 and was commissioned as an Officer in the U.S. Army in the grade of Second Lieutenant. He is in the process of taking the state board exam to become a Registered Nurse and awaiting orders to begin his career as a U.S. Army Nurse Corps Officer.

class notes Class of 2010 Jayci Roek graduated from Houghton College in New York in 2014 with a Bachelor of Music and went on to University of the Pacific to complete music therapy equivalency coursework. She just passed the board certification exam and is now a board certified music therapist working in Idaho. Sarah Norcup, is in the United States Air Force, stationed in Naples, Italy. Her classmates, Christine Kozina and Suzanne Azpetia will be visiting her in September. Chelsea Gray, a member of the WBNA 2016 national championship Los Angeles Sparks, who scored 11 straight points for the Sparks to give Los Angeles a 60-59 lead with 8:25 remaining on their way to a 76-75 win for the WBNA Chamionship against the Minnesota Linx, paid a visit to St. Mary’s to meet with students and say hello to friends.

Class of 2012 Reagan Porteous has become the newest member of the Lodi Police Department. After receiving her undergraduate degree at CSU Monterey Bay, where she excelled on the women’s soccer team, Reagan attended the San Joaquin Delta College Police Academy where she was named top overall cadet and top female athlete. Jessie Viss was commissioned an Ensign in the United States Navy. Regina Camera received a Bachelor of Fine Arts, while playing four years of basketball at the Academy of Art University in San Francisco. She is currently working at Tokay Press in Stockton and is on the coaching staff of the St. Mary’s Girls Basketball program.

REUNIONS CLASS OF 1957

60 Year Reunion September 23, 2017 St. Mary’s High School Questions: Phil Asborno (209) 957-5604; Dianne Salvetti Gini (209) 477-1795; Robert Raspo (209) 522-3533; Janet Jones Tucker (209) 464-5247

CLASS OF 1977

40 Year Reunion Saturday, August 5th, 2017 Van Ruiten Family Winery, Lodi For information and tickets visit our website smclassof1977.myevent.com or email us at [email protected] Visit our Facebook page St. Mary’s Class of 1977 40th Class Reunion.

CLASS OF 1987

30 Year Reunion September 9, 2017 Ave on the Mile 2333 Pacific Avenue in Stockton Questions: Christina Gotelli Foo (209) 403-9593 Or email [email protected] Visit our Facebook page St. Mary’s Class of 1987 Reunion.

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A leaf in our chapel is a special way to show your support. Contact Greg Traverso in Development at (209) 957-3340, ext 180 or email [email protected]

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PRE-SORT CENTER

Events Calendar August 24, 2017

24-Hour Day of Giving

December 9, 2017

Christmas Concert

October 15, 2017

Open House

February 3, 2018

Crab Feed

October 20, 2017

Alumni Dinner & Homecoming Game

March 1, 2018

Empowering Young Women

October 21, 2017

Athletic Hall of Fame

March 8, 2018

Career Day

November 21, 2017

Blue Mass

March 17, 2018

President’s Club

December 8, 2017

Grandparents Mass

May 21, 2018

Volunteer Appreciation Mass

About the Cover: The three Presidents of St. Mary’s High School. Mr. Peter D. Morelli President (2014 – 2017) Principal (1989 - 2014) Dean of Students (1984 – 1989) Rev. John P. Fallon, O.S.F.S. President Emeritus (2017 - ) President (1989 – 2014) Principal (1979 – 1989) Mr. Jim Brusa President (2017 - ) Athletic Director (1995 – 2017)