RWDC National Champions Page 2

The Class of 2011 Page 6

State Championship Banquets Pages 21 & 22

New England Champions Page 24

New Strategic Plan Page 28

2011 Hall of Honors Page 30

Hometown ChampionsFalcon teams hold a giant American flag on the ballfield for the

National Anthem. Xavier’s State Class LL Championship Wrestling

Team, New England Championship Ultimate Frisbee team, National

Championship Engineering team and State Class LL Championship

(and ranked CT #1) Football team were all honored as “Hometown

Champions” in ceremonies before the June 8th New Britain Rock Cats’

baseball game. At left, Xavier is highlighted on the Jumbotron. Photos by Brother John Sullivan, C.F.X.

Xavier HigH ScHool Prayer

Loving Father,

We ask you to protect the

students, faculty and staff

of Xavier High School.

Guide us to salvation by

following the example of

Jesus Christ, your Son.

Inspire us with your grace,

to seek both academic

success and spiritual

wisdom as we use our gifts

and talents in service to

others. Help us to find the

strength and passion to be

leaders and pioneers like

Theodore James Ryken,

the Xaverian Brothers and

those who founded our

school. May we, in turn,

accept the challenge to

spread the Word of God

and make the world a

better place for all people.

We ask this, through

Christ, our Lord.

— Amen.

St. Francis Xavier

— Pray for us.

Dear Members of the Xavier Community,

As I write this letter, another year at Xavier has drawn to a close. Our two hundred seniors have

graduated and our underclassmen have taken their final exams and anxiously look forward to a

welcome summer break.

As the building quiets down, I am reminded of the many good things that were accomplished

during the spirit-filled months of the school year. It is easy to look back with pride on our senior

college acceptances, our National Merit Commended students, athletic awards in football, wrestling

and ultimate Frisbee, our national championship engineering team, and the countless hours of

service performed by our faculty and students, including a service trip to New Orleans last April and

a service trip to Appalachia to be undertaken later in June. The list could go on, but underlying all of

this is the daily dedication of our committed faculty and staff whose efforts in the classroom, on the

field, and with our other activities strive to develop the young men entrusted to their care and help

them assimilate in their lives the meaning of our school motto “Be a Man.” We speak frequently in

school of the Xaverian values of humility, simplicity, compassion, trust and zeal, and we hope these

words are taken to heart as guiding principles for our young men as they continue on in their future

lives.

As always, all of us at Xavier are very grateful to all of you who support us in so many ways

through your contributions to our annual fund, your membership in the St. Francis Xavier

Society, and through volunteer efforts through our Alumni Association and our Home and School

Association. Your contributions help us maintain a quality Catholic educational program, provide

tuition assistance to over 260 of our students, and close the $1400 per student gap between our

tuition and our operating expenses.

I hope you enjoy reading in the pages that follow articles about some of the many aspects of

Xavier life that you make possible. God bless you each day for all you do for Xavier.

Sincerely in Christ,

Brother Brian Davis, C.F.X.

Headmaster

As some of you may know, two of our recent graduates,

Christopher Danko and Francis Rowland, composed a

Xavier High School Prayer which we recite at the end of

each school day. Please pray it along with us.

eadmaster

a message from the

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Xavier Clambake June 1829th Alumni Golf Classic June 24Xavier Leadership Institute (XLI) August 14–18Transfer Student Orientaion August 26Faculty/Staff Retreat Day August 29

Sophomore/Junior/Senior Orientation August 30Frosh Falcon Blast August 31Freshman Orientation September 1Full Day Classes Begin September 6

CheCk the XAvier CAlendAr regulArly At: www.xavierhighschool.org

Calendar Items

Xavier Today

the Magazine for Xavier high School

Summer, 2011

John GuerinEditor, “Xavier Today”

Director of Communications

Margaret GaleanoDesigner

Office Of AdvAnceMent

Michael tommasi ’67Director

Joseph Lane ’95Assistant Director

Karen BrownAdministrative Assistant

Xavier Today,the Xavier high School magazine,

is published two times a year by Xavier high School.

editorial offices are located in:

Xavier high SchoolOffice of Advancement

181 randolph roadMiddletown, Ct 06457

(860) 347-6079www.xavierhighschool.org

Letters tO the editOr:

Send to above address or by email to:

jguerin@xavierhighschool.org

or by fax: (860) 346-6859

PhOtO credits:

karen Brown

dan d’Amelio

renee Fragola

John guerin

Matthew haywood ’01

Aaron king

kathryn lee

Susan Magaziner

Snapshot Photography

Susannah h Snowden

Others as available and noted

What’s Inside

Pages 6–12

Pages 30–31

Page 22

Page 18

Page 15Pages 11, 13, 16

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The Xavier High School Falcons, representing the State of Connecticut at the Third Annual Real World Design Challenge™ (RWDC) national

aviation design competition, took the top prize for designing a next-generation airplane wing that maximizes fuel efficiency and enhances performance. The award was presented Saturday, April 16 at the Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum in Washington, D.C. President Obama sent a letter congratulating all of the students who participated on their achievement in completing the Challenge. The Xavier team was mentored by Sikorsky Innovations and Pratt & Whitney. The Xavier High School team won the State Competition and represented Connecticut in the National Challenge for the second year in a row.

Xavier Mathematics/Science teacher Michael Humphreys, Xavier Class of ’04, who is also the moderator of Xavier’s Engineering Club, wrote to us in the early hours following the competition, “Just wanted to thank all of you who helped the team WIN the national competition down here in Washington DC (Saturday)!!! Your support at all levels did not go unnoticed and I appreciated the time you took to help.”

Engineering Club Wins National Real World Design Challenge

The winning team was coached by Mr. Humphreys and State Coordinator Christine Gemelli. The student team members are: Chris Muckle ’12 (Madison), Mike Leon ’11 (Portland), Miraj Rahematpura ’12 (Middletown), Mario Chris ’13 (Storrs), Giovanni Sabato ’12 (Middletown), Andrew Moeller ’12 (Northford) and John Voelker ’12 (Southington). The state of Washington came in 2nd and Kansas 3rd.

“The students are the real stars. They are going

to be the ones creating the exciting technological

advancements of the future, and the Real World

Design Challenge is giving them the tools to help

unleash that creative potential today.”

Ken Bowersox, VP of Mission Assurance and Astronaut Safety.

The Connecticut team was supported by the Office for Workforce Competitiveness, (OWC) under the leadership of Christine Gemelli. “In order for Connecticut and the nation to successfully compete in a 21st century economy, we must grow a new generation of highly skilled engineers and innovators,”

P r e s i d e n T O b a m a a n d C O n g r e s s m a n L a r s O n P r a i s e T e a m

(L-R) Middlesex Chamber Chairperson, Teresa Opalacz, Michael Humphreys, Giovanni Sabato, Chris Muckle, Miraj Rahematpura,

Congressman John Larson, Pratt & Whitney President David Hess, Andrew Moeller, Mike Leon, John Voelker, Mario Chris, Xavier

Headmaster Br. Brian Davis, C.F.X., and Chamber President Larry McHugh – Photo by Christine Gemelli

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Gemelli said. “The Real World Design Challenge provides an important opportunity for high school students to better understand the challenges the best and brightest engineers face every day.” OWC has supported a Connecticut team in the Real World Design Challenge national competition since the program’s inception, three years ago. This was the second year Xavier won the state competition to go on to the nationals. “To have our state team win the national challenge after only its second appearance is phenomenal,” Gemelli added.

The team was praised for their National Championship by CT 1st District U.S. Congressman John Larson for their “tremendous accomplishment.” Congressman Larson was the guest speaker at the Middlesex County Chamber of Commerce monthly breakfast meeting. Chamber President Larry McHugh, who also serves as chairman of the board of trustees at the University of Connecticut and was Xavier High School’s first football coach from 1963 to 1983, and David P. Hess, President of Pratt & Whitney, joined in the praise for the team during their remarks to the hundreds in attendance at the Crowne Plaza Hotel in Cromwell.

The Third Annual Real World Design Challenge is a national aviation design competition for high school students run by a public-private partnership with the goal of increasing the Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) workforce. More than 450 Schools from 28 States and the District of Columbia competed in the challenge and the top three teams presented

About The Office for Workforce Competitiveness (OWC)

OWC serves as the governor’s principal workforce development policy agency and liaison between the governor and various federal, state and local entities involved in workforce development issues. OWC’s fundamental goal is to ensure that the state’s education and training pipeline is well prepared to meet the rising skill demands of Connecticut business and industry through its focus on three fundamental policy objectives – grOWing tAlent, uSing tAlent and enriChing tAlent – that together comprise the talent-Based Strategy for economic growth for Connecticut. For more information contact: Christine gemelli at 860-257- 2895.

their national final solutions to a panel of VIP judges representing government, academia and industry. In a very close competition, the Xavier Falcons’ design was judged to be the best. n

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Robert Dodenhoff ’12 American Legion Boys’ State Delegate

Ken McClellan, Scholarship Coordinator of American

Legion Post 75, Middletown, CT announced that Xavier junior Robert M. Dodenhoff, Jr of Middletown has been selected as a delegate to the American Legion Department of Connecticut Boys’ State Program this summer at Eastern Connecticut State University.

To be considered for the program, each young man must illustrate specific qualities such as leadership, loyalty, and community and school service, and he must have completed his high school junior year. Local Legion post select a candidate to attend Boys State, which currently exists in all Legion departments (except Hawaii). In the actual selection of boys as citizens of Boys State, merit and ability alone are the basis for selection. Boys’ State programs are designed to teach young men about the function of government, elected office and citizenship. Since it was first organized in 1935, more than a million high school boys have attended The American Legion Boys State program to experience a week that can change a lifetime. n

Ken Mackiewicz ’11 Noted for Service to Senior Citizensken Mackiewicz ’11 was recently honored with an award for his

outstanding dedication and volunteering at the luther ridge nursing home for over four years. the award was given during a ceremony in April at luther ridge. the residents were in attendance and there was a reception immediately following. luther ridge in Middletown is a warm and welcoming community for moderate to low income older adults.

Pictured with Ken are Annette Banulski (holding the microphone), Director of Volunteering and Activities and Yvonne Eisner the Director of Luther Ridge. (Photo by Ken’s sister Samantha)

Victor Wu scored 2400 in his SAT testing, which is the maximum possible. The exam consists of three parts: Critical

Reading, Mathematics and Writing. The scores from each section can range from 200 to 800, so the best possible total score is 2400. The average score for each section is roughly 500, so the average total score is about 1500. Less than one-tenth of one percent of students achieve a perfect SAT score. Victor also scored an 800 on the SAT subject test in World History.

The SAT is one of the criteria that colleges and universities use when making their selection of new students. We offer our congratulations to Victor on his impressive accomplishments as a Governor’s Scholar and in his SAT testing.

Governor’s Scholar of Connecticut for 2011

Headmaster Brother Brian Davis and Principal Mr. Brendan Donohue have announced that Victor Wu has been named a Governor’s Scholar of Connecticut for 2011.

In a letter to Victor from the Chair of the Governor’s Scholars Committee Mr. Robert Eberle said, “Congratulations!

Victor Wu ’12 Perfect score in saTThe Governor’s Scholars Committee of the Connecticut Association of Schools (CAS) has reviewed your application and essay and selected you as one of the thirty Governor’s Scholars of Connecticut for 2011. You were chosen from an entry pool of the top juniors in Connecticut’s high schools and you will be honored along with the other designees at the Governor’s Scholars Luncheon. The Governor’s Scholars Committee and Big Y World Class Markets, sponsor of the program, are pleased with your selection and look

forward to hosting you at the Aqua Turf Club on May 19th.”Victor says, “I intend to study philosophy and political

science in college.” He has been involved in a variety of student activities during his three years at Xavier. In an autobiographical statement, he continued, “I value intellectual discussion, which I am able to participate in as a member of my school’s debate team. Most importantly, though, I’m proud to say I am a student of truth. I enjoy asking questions and examining fundamental reasons for why things are, why people believe them. I enjoy finding answers. There is a certain indescribable satisfaction in understanding something more deeply.” n

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Mario guererra ’11 and James guererra, Jr. ’08

were awarded “CPr Save” awards by fellow crewmembers of the essex Ambulance Association in recognition of a successful resuscitation on March 5th.

Chief Judi reynolds told us, “they had responded to an ’unconscious and unresponsive victim’ call and after administering four shocks with a defibrillator unit and administering CPr, they were able to revive the victim. Mario assisted in getting the victim into a life Star helicopter. reports a few days after the incident indicated the person’s medical status had been upgraded and recovery chances improved.” this is the fifth time that Jim has received the “Save” award and is the first for Mario.

Mario has been a member of

Guerrera Brothers Receive Life-Saving Award

(L-r): Mario and James in the Essex Ambulance station house. Above Mario looks ready to log in some more flight time.

the essex Ambulance Association for the past two years and James for the past four years. Jim was elected “as the youngest Assistant deputy Chief of Service” said Chief reynolds.

Both contribute time with essex Fire engine Company #1, where Jim is a First responder, Mario is a junior member, and their father Jim, Sr. is a

member of the hazmat team. Mario, who earned his Private

Pilot’s license in december, committed to embry-riddle Aeronautical university eastern campus in daytona Beach, Florida where he was offered early acceptance.

Jim is in his junior year at the

university of new haven where he is working on a triple major: Fire Administration, Fire investigation, and Criminal Justice. he also tells us that he puts in about 72 hours a week at essex Ambulance, Fire, and helping out at the deep river Ambulance service. n

Kraner ’11 Named Student of the Month by Middletown Rotary Clubthe Middletown rotary Club recognized tim kraner, a resident of

Middletown and a senior at Xavier high School, as April Student of the Month. At that time it was noted that kraner is in the accelerated level program and has achieved a 3.15 cumulative average during his first 3 years. As a senior he has made high honors the first two quarters!

“Outside the classroom tim never stops. he has played four years of both soccer and tennis. in addition, tim has been a very active member of the Xavier community attending all retreats and our week long Xavier leadership institute held in the summer before his senior year,” commented his guidance counselor Joan tomasiello. kraner has also completed 30 hours of volunteering in a kindergarten classroom during his first three years at Xavier and will complete 60 hours this school year. n

Middletown Rotary President Jim Misenti, Student of the Month Tim Kraner, and Rotarian Pat Tully.

Junior Michael Funaro was awarded the 2011 “Service Above Self” award from the rotary for

extraordinary volunteer service and by exemplifing the rotary’s FOur WAy teSt of behavior: honesty, Fairness, good Will and Community Awareness.Michael received a plaque, letter, and the opportunity to choose a charitable institution to receive a donation of $200 from the rotary Club in his honor.

Michael’s guidance counselor Mrs. Joan e. tomasiello said, “Michael is an exceptional young man when it comes to service! his service extends way beyond Xavier to the community and St. Mary’s Parish. to simply highlight a few:

Michael received the rank of eagle Scout for troup 41 in Middletown. his project was to collect food for the Amazing grace Food Pantry. Michael collected 4,000 pounds — 2 tons of food! the food was initially stored at Michael’s home until he secured two trailers for delivery to the food pantry.

At Xavier, he is a member of the ryken Service Society which provides countless volunteer hours for the Middletown community, and our MyArC Program with Brother robert houlihan; working after school with the mentally challenged population.

Michael is also a member of our Columbian Squires and represents Xavier as an Ambassador, giving tours to prospective students and talks to parents.

Michael gave up his February vacation (April was already taken away due to the numerous snow days) to travel with a group of students to new Orleans to continue disaster recovery efforts in building more homes.” n

Funaro ’12 “Service Above Self” Middletown Rotary award

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H Summa Cum laudeJ Magna Cum laudev Cum laudeF Msgr. Wilson Chapter of the

national honor Society

Commencement

2011C l a s s o fAusten thomas Ahern

ian Patrick Albert F

Jonathan kiley Annelli

Walter Fredrick Augur

Andrew Phillip Avalone

Matthew hayes Ayala F

Michael Anthony Babon

Michael Anthony Bacon

geremia giacomo Basadonna

ryan Patrick Batchelder F

Jonathan ryan Beaulieu

tyler Maxwell Bennett

riley W-P Bergoderi F v

Patrick Joseph Biancur

Alexander Charles Biestek F

Brett Andrew Boissonneault

Christopher Paul Bongo F

taylor Armstrong Bonin F

Michael Joseph Boornazian F

Andrew eugene Bourne F

Michael robert Breault F J

daniel turgeon Broderick

kosisochukwu Christian Broderick

geoffrey david Bruno

Jonathan James Bryda

Jeffrey edward Brymer

dominic richard Brzozowski F

trevor James Buchas

nicholas gennaro Buono

Matthew Jonathan Burns F

kenneth kyle Bussmann F

tyler Stephen Cahill

Charles A. Calatayud F v

kevin timothy Carney

Brandon Michael Carta

Andrew Curtis Carter

Charles l. Champion F

nicolas emanuel Chapman F J

Stephen louis Charton F

Christopher emilio Chiozzi

nicholas Francis Ciarleglio F

James edwin Ciocca

nicholas Martin Clarizio

Matthew kevin Cole

John S. Connolly F

Anthony Michael Corso

Joseph Michael Crescimanno

Alexander robert Cross F v

nicholas edward Curello F v

evan Brewster Cusson F

CLASS OF 2011

May 22, 2011 — The 200 newest graduates and the faculty of Xavier High School processed into the Kohs gymnasium that

Sunday morning for the final official assembly of the members of the Class of 2011, their Commencement Exercises. Brother Thomas Ryan, C.F.X. was Master of Ceremonies for the event. He introduced Father Gregory Galvin, the Director of Vocations for the Norwich Diocese, who offered the Commencement Invocation.

His Excellency, Bishop Michael Cote, the spiritual leader of the Norwich Diocese, as well as the Class of 2011 and their parents, guardians, relatives, friends, special guests, teachers, counselors, and staff was once again an honored guest for this forty-fifth commencement exercise.

Brother Ryan said, “At yesterday’s Baccalaureate Mass Fr. Galvin read these words from St. John’s Gospel: “And Jesus said to his disciples, “Where I am going, you know the way.” But Thomas said to him, “Master, we do not know where you are going; how can we know the way?”

Since a commencement exercise represents both an ending and a new beginning, it’s natural for there to be a bit of Thomas in all of us, but especially the graduates – a natural anxiety about knowing the way that lies ahead. But for the past four years the members of the Class of

2011, with all their talents and gifts, their unique characteristics and personalities, their successes and at times disappointments, have been preparing for this day of new beginnings.

And if Xavier has done its job properly and prepared them well for the next stage of their lives, then, unlike Thomas, they do know the way. Then the words from the final sentence of last evening’s gospel are most appropriate: “Whoever believes in me will do the works that I do, and will do greater ones.” I know it is the hope and prayer of all on this stage as well as all in this gathering that the lives of these young men, as they continue on their way to do these greater works, will be scripture-centered, filled with life and goodness, blessed and made holy.”

Brother Ryan introduced the Salutatorian for the Class of 2011, Oliver Neal, to formally welcome all to this forty-fifth commencement. (See the article on page 9.)

Mr. Brendan Donohue, Xavier’s Principal, then introduced the members of the Class of 2011 to receive their diplomas from Bishop Cote. (See pages 6-9 for the list of Graduates.)

Headmaster Brother Brian Davis, C.F.X. presented special awards to those students who

L-r: Fr. Gavin and Bishop Michael Cote.

Brother Thomas Ryan, C.F.X.

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H Summa Cum laudeJ Magna Cum laudev Cum laudeF Msgr. Wilson Chapter of the

national honor Society

The Xavier Valedictorian, English, and science awards PaTriCk j. Lenehan

The Xavier salutatorian award OLiVer neaL

The Xavier Religion award franCis r. rOWLand

The Brother John Collins Campus Ministry award aLexander P. kObak

The Xavier Mathematics award rOnaLd e. Weir, jr.

The Xavier french award miChaeL P. kOWaLski

The Xavier spanish award jeffrey herrera

The Xavier latin and social studies award miChaeL r. breauLT

The Xavier Business award ChrisTOPher m. dankO

The Xavier Visual arts award jOhn T. maher

The Xavier Music award and Performance arts award brian P. WiLLs

Commencement Honors 2011

Colin James d’Amelio F v

ryan Matthew danby F

Christopher Michael danko F v

Anthony raymond deMarinis iii F v

Matthew louis didato

nicholas troy diloreto

Anthony diMauro F

John Matthew diMauro F v

Paul Benton drabinski F J

Charles William dupont F v

Connor david eckels

Joshua Cody etheridge F

Andrew Curran Faria

david immanuel Ferguson

nicholas robert Ford F v

tyler Martin gallagi

Joseph Salvatore garabedian

graham g. gates

Joseph Peter gayeski F

de’Andre Carson gayle

daniel Peter gero

Matthew thomas gero

Andrew guido giacco

Francis louis giannelli

Justin thomas gilbert

Jack reyes girnius

Miles Adam goad

Jordan valentino graham F

Michael Joseph grasso

Jordan enzor green

Mario James guerrera

Christopher Jarl hanson F J

Jeffrey herrera F v

William ryan hertler

neil Patrick hosking v

louis Anthony iannotti F

richard Peter Jansak

david huntington Johnson, Jr.

kurt Frederick Johnson F

Jalen Maurice Jones

Michael ryan Joyce F J

Zachary Michael Joyce

rohan Sandip kapur

george vincent keithan iii

Matthew Alan kish F v

Alexander Philip kobak

kevin Michael kosciuk F v

Michael Patrick kowalski F v

timothy Andrew kraner

Matthew John kycia

CLASS OF 2011

have distinguished themselves in academic and co-curricular areas. (See box below.)

A special award was presented to the twenty-three alumni fathers the graduating seniors who are themselves Xavier graduates. Brother Brian presented the younger of the two graduates with a ribbon on which hangs a medal of the Xavier seal which the son placed on the shoulders of his father. Engraved on the back of the medal are the names of both father and son as well as their years of graduation. (See photo on back cover.)

There was one award this year for a member of our faculty who at the close of this school year will complete twenty-five years of service to Xavier. The inscription reads “In appreciation for twenty-five years of dedicated service to Xavier High School.” Congratulations to Ms. Jayne Vitale (photo at right).

His Excellency, Bishop Michael Cote, shepherd of the Diocese of Norwich and Headmaster Brother Brian, each offered their best wishes to the graduates.

At the end of each commencement ceremony, it is customary to invite the highest-ranking member of the graduating class to give the valedictory address, the formal farewell to the school on behalf of his classmates. The Valedictorian for the Class of 2011 is Patrick J. Lenehan. (See article on page 9.)

One impressive statistic about the Class of 2011, as of May 20th, its members have collectively received over $5.1 million in college grants and scholarships.

At the conclusion of the Commencement Exercises, Fr. Galvin led the assembly in the closing

Benediction and the Xavier High School prayer. The prayer is the product of a school-wide effort in each religion class in the fall. The prayer chosen to represent the school was composed by seniors Christopher Danko and Francis Rowland.

Brother Ryan closed with these words, “And finally – a few minutes ago you heard Brother Brian end his remarks to the graduates with a sentence he has used every Monday this year at the close of the school-wide morning prayer — “God bless your day.” To the graduates, and

speaking for everyone else on this stage, I would simply add — God bless your lives, each and every day.”

The Xavier Loyalty and Service Award is the most prestigious the school confers. Brother ryan said, “For passion and perseverance this young man has few equals. As the Student Activities Council Secretary, he worked tirelessly on behalf of the student body. he spearheaded the Black hole t-shirt campaign. his membership on the Peer Ministry team necessitated countless hours working on freshmen community days, Sophomore Saturdays, and liturgies and prayer services. he was one of the two senior speakers at this year’s junior retreat.

“i asked Mr. Cerreta to predict what this impressive young man might prioritize as his outstanding, positive memories of senior year. he wagered the list would be topped by his participation on Xavier’s state championship football team. Second and third place memories most likely could include cashing out

tina Charles, the former uCOnn star, at the Polo Outlet at Clinton Crossing or perhaps upgrading his parking spot on the final day of school to the administrative level, perhaps to be closer to the terminal. his genuine concern and dedication will be sorely missed. Our loss is Assumption College’s gain. it is my pleasure to announce the 2011 recipient of the Xavier loyalty and Service Award,the son of Sharon and James of Clinton, James F. Mcnamara, Jr.” n

Mrs. Vitale with Br. Brian

CLASS OF 2011

H Summa Cum laudeJ Magna Cum laudev Cum laudeF Msgr. Wilson Chapter of the

national honor Society

xaVier graduaTiOn LiTurgy, may 21, 2011

Reverend Gregory Galvin, Director of Vocations for the Diocese of Norwich celebrated the Graduation Liturgy on the evening before the

Commencement Exercises for the Class of 2011. As the Graduation Liturgy came to a close, Headmaster, Brother Brian Davis, C.F.X. and Principal Mr. Brendan Donohue shared publicly some of the honors awarded to the members of our Graduating class.

This year, seven of our seniors have been named NATIONAL MERIT COMMENDED STUDENTS. Michael R. Breault, Patrick J. Lenehan, Brendan G. Lewis, Devin L. McManus, John O. Neal, Mark L. Scalzo, and Ronald E. Weir, Jr.

The COLLEGE BOARD and 2010-2011 NATIONAL HISPANIC RECOGNITION PROGRAM has awarded a certificate for Excellence in Academic Achievement to Devin L. McManus.

The BROTHER CELESTINE MEDAL is awarded each year to students who, upon the completion of the academic year, have an overall final average of A with no final average grade less than an A- in their major subjects. This prestigious award, which a student can be given only once during his four years at Xavier, is the highest academic tribute that the school bestows. The award is named after Brother Celestine Killigrew who taught history and Religion at Xavier in the early 1960’s and died as a result of injuries sustained in an automobile accident. In the previous three years, 20 members of the class of 2011 have earned this honor. This year, Kenneth Kyle Bussmann, Michael G. Leon and Luke S. Strand are recognized for having earned this honor.

THE DAVID HANFORD BRANDT SCHOLARSHIP has been endowed by the family of David who was a member of the Xavier class of 1986 and is awarded to a student who is recognized as the most outstanding MYARC volunteer. The recipient this year is Joseph S. Garabedian.

THE BRYAN CHVISUK SCHOLARSHIP has been established by the family of Bryan, a member of the class of 1990. It is awarded to a senior who has distinguished himself as an outstanding student of science during his four years at Xavier. This year’s

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niall James lacy

Matthew John laggis

nicholas Alexander lancia

thomas Charles lanzoni

nicholas J. laPointe

Patrick John lenehan F H

Michael gundersen leon F v

Brendan gerard lewis F v

thomas e. linden F

Fabrizio Sebastian liseo

Steven timothy lockman

daniel vincent lococo F v

William John loftus

Michael vincent lombardi

Angelo Frank lombardo F

griffin James lynch

Joseph Michael lynch F v

kenneth Peter Mackiewicz

John thomas Maher F J

Joseph louis Maisonet

Conor Sebastian Marino

Craig Phillip Mason

Cristian Manuel Matos

luke terrance McCarthy

thomas Carroll Jude Mcgrath

robert William Mckenna F

devin lee McManus F v

James Fearman Mcnamara

Jorge luis Melecio

eric reynolds Mischke

ryan Arthur Mishou

John Oliver neal F H

Sean rory nelson F

kyle reed newton

Zachary edward newton

William valentine norton

tucker James O’Brien

John vincent Palmieri

Matthew S. Pastuszak F v

Matthew denison Peckham F

Andrew Joseph Perazella F v

Joseph dylan Perrelli F v

Patrick thomas Petit

nicholas Joseph Pia

timothy Joseph Poirier F

thomas Anthony Prete

dominick Joseph Proto F v

daniel leonard Quartararo F v

tommy Patrick rakowicz F

Jacob Charles randazzo F

PRESENTATION OF AWARDSrecipient is Luke S. Strand.

THE THOMAS A. CLOUTIER, JR. MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP has been established by the friends and family of Thomas A. Cloutier, Jr. of Westbrook, a member of the class of 1992. This scholarship is presented to a student who has demonstrated the qualities of hard work and determination, and who has served as an example of dedication to his classmates. This year’s recipient is Joseph P. Lynch.

THE PETER DALTON MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP is endowed by the parents of Peter, who was a member of the Xavier class of 1987. It is awarded to a senior who best exemplifies the characteristics that we all hope to find in a Xavier Man. This year the recipient is Dominic R. Brzozowski.

THE GEORGE V. KEITHAN, SR. MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP has been established by Mr. and Mrs. George V. Keithan, Jr. of the class of 1981. The scholarship is awarded to a senior who has been accepted into an engineering program at an accredited college or university in Connecticut. The first recipient of this scholarship is Christopher J. Hanson.

THE MARK SCHAEFFER SCHOLARSHIP is given in memory of Mark Erwin Schaeffer, son of Mr. & Mrs. Otto E. Schaefer of North Branford, who was member of Xavier’s class of 1979. The intent of this scholarship is “to reward an all-around Xavier MAN, a scholar and an athlete who has actively demonstrated that he has realized that a Xavier education is a Christian education, one that requires service and dedication to one’s fellow human beings.” This year’s recipient is Paul B. Drabinski.

THE JAMES V. TILLONA MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP has been established in loving memory of Jamie Tillona, a proud member of the Xavier High School Class of 1996. Jamie was a loving son and brother who through his loyal and sincere friendships brought happiness to those whom he encountered. This scholarship is awarded annually to a graduating senior who, through his academic success, and his commitment to the Xaverian community, best exemplifies the hopes and aspirations, which were held for Jamie. This year’s

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CLASS OF 2011

Alumni welcome new members at picnicin May the seniors gathered in the kohs gym for their first

rehearsal for graduation. Mr. Phil Franklin ’73, president of the Xavier Alumni Association, spoke to them as they would become members of the Alumni in less than a week. he pointed out that “you will become members of a fraternity that is made up of teachers, doctors, lawyers, engineers

— just about every occupation you can think of. your class will bring the total number of men who have graduated from Xavier high School to over 8,000. We look forward to you bringing new ideas as well as your participation and support in keeping Xavier strong for years to come.”

the barbecue picnic following rehearsal has become an Alumni Association tradition. Pictured above are Alums Joe lane ’95, d.J. thompson ’75 and dan Pickett ’86 manning the grill. Several alumni fathers were able to join their sons for the picnic. n

Lenehan and Neal Lead Xavier Class of 2011valedictorian for the Class of

2011 is Patrick J. Lenehan, the son of Mary and kevin lenehan of Cheshire. ranked number one in a class of 200 seniors, Patrick received a perfect 4.33 grade point average – scoring an A+ in every course, freshmen through senior year, while taking Xavier’s most demanding curriculum, including nine AP classes. A member

of both the national and Spanish honor Societies, a Brother Celestine Award winner, and the 2010 recipient of the Connecticut Association of School’s governor’s Scholar Award, Patrick also excelled in sports. A four-year member of both the basketball and baseball teams, he served as a senior captain of each of these squads this year. his athletic prowess undoubtedly led to two outstanding distinctions – his reception of the 2011 Falcon Achievement Award at the graduation liturgy, his selection as a Scholar Athlete by the new haven tap-off Club and his mastery of “the dougie” at many of Xavier’s social functions.

Pat’s guidance counselor, Mrs. tomasiello, wrote: “it would be easy to be swept up in the wave of awards, accolades, honors and compliments Pat has received, but his greatest gift is his ability to remain humble, grounded, and focused on what he has to do rather than on what he has done. his intelligence helps him to be a better athlete. his strength and conditioning allow him to study for long hours. his leadership ability helps him make those around him better. he inspires other students to do their very best.”

Pat was accepted at dartmouth, Columbia, duke, Johns hopkins, georgetown, and Boston College’s honors program. this fall he will begin the BA, BS and Md combined eight-year

program in Medicine at the university of Connecticut at Storrs and the university of Connecticut School of Medicine.

Salutatorian for the Class of 2011 is John Oliver Neal, the son of Sarah and david neal of haddam, he ranked second in a class of 200 seniors. having taken the most rigorous and demanding academic schedule that a student can elect, he belonged to the national and latin honor Societies as well as that elite group of Brother Celestine Award winners for academic excellence, and participated in nine AP courses. his high school transcript contains more A+’s than many of us would see in a lifetime, including the Chinese course he took this year in lieu of a free period. And at the graduation liturgy he was the recipient of the Michael Schilke Award conferred on an outstanding senior mathematics student.

When not in a classroom, Oliver spends a great deal of time on the water. A four-year member of our sailing team, he led the squad as captain this year. in his college recommendation letter for him, Mr. richard Magner ’69 commented that “Oliver does little if anything to attract attention to himself. he is an outstanding sailor and since the sailing team practices miles from the school, few if any other students are aware of the team’s schedule and success. his coach feels he could compete at the collegiate level.”

Oliver was accepted at Boston College, Fordham university, and Providence College. he will attend Queen’s university in Ontario, Canada, one of the most well-known research-intensive institutions in north America. n

Alex Joseph rarey

Brandon Michael reid

timothy guarino rhone F

thomas richard rinaldo F v

Anthony Joseph rizza

nathan Smith rosadini F

Michael Joseph rotondo F

Francis roy thomas rowland F J

Matthew James rowley

kevin William Sarpu

thomas d. Saunders

Mark lambert Scalzo F J

tyler garrison Schultz

nathaniel Benjamin Selleck F

tyler Sena F

taylor Preston Serrano F v

Jit S. Sheth

nathan Joseph Silva

Conor Patrick Smith

Matthew Jonathan Sola F

demetri Alexander Sopkiw F v

Brett Stephen Sorensen

Cody raymond Sperry

roland eric Stanley, Jr. F v

eric Jeffrey Stevens

graham Andrew Stewart

luke Stephen Strand F v

Michael ryan thompson F J

Jeffrey Scott tibbetts

Benjamin Joseph tiezzi

nathan Joseph tobias F

John Michael tommasi F

kyle thomas turek F v

Shane thomas tyrrell F v

nicholas robert uihlein

Chase david vahlstrom

Brian dean vanacore, Jr.

Matthew david verderame F

daniel McCauley Walsh F

ronald edward Weir, Jr. F J

Corey g. Williams

Bryan Patrick Wills F v

Alex taylor Wilson

daniel robert Winslow

terry James Woolard, Jr.

William emil Wrang iv

Bradley Scott Wyzykowski

Alexander Paul yerganian F

Albert Christopher Zichichi

niko Zimmitti F

H Summa Cum laudeJ Magna Cum laudev Cum laudeF Msgr. Wilson Chapter of the

national honor Society

THE MICHAEL D. SCHILKE MATHEMATICS AWARD has been established by Barbara and David Schilke in memory of their son, Michael, a gifted and popular member of the class of 1985. This award is presented to an outstanding senior mathematics student. The recipient of the 25th MICHAEL D. SCHILKE AWARD is John Oliver Neal.

PRESENTATION OF AWARDSContinued from page 8

recipient is Daniel V. Lococo.

St. Mary’s Parish of Portland sponsors THE ANNUAL REVEREND JAMES T. BUTLER SCHOLARSHIP, which is awarded to the graduating parishioner who best exemplifies the ideals of Xavier High School. Christopher P. Bongo is this year’s recipient.

THE FOREST CITY COUNCIL NO. 3, KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS, annually presents an award to a senior who has achieved excellence in the area of religion and its’ practice as exemplified through Campus Ministry Service. This year the recipient is Daniel L. Quartararo.

THE NEW ENGLAND INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY has presented a book award and scholarship recognizing student motivation and career potential to Neil P. Hosking.

THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION FOR GREATER NEW HAVEN through the WILLIAM AND MARION TITTEL FUND has awarded a scholarship recognizing academic success to Shane T. Tyrrell.

THE MIDDLETOWN LODGE NO. 771 BENEVOLENT AND PROTECTIVE ORDER OF THE ELKS has awarded the ELKS NATIONAL FOUNDATION MOST VALUABLE STUDENT CONTEST AWARD to Ronald E. Weir, Jr.

THE PRESIDENTIAL AWARD FOR OUTSTANDING ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE is presented each year to seniors in recognition of excellent academic achievement. President Obama has offered his congratulations to: Michael J. Boornazian, Michael R. Breault, Charlie Calatayud, Nicolas E. Chapman, Alexander R. Cross, Nicholas E. Curello, Colin J. D’Amelio, Christopher M. Danko, Anthony DiMauro, Paul B. Drabinski, Charles W. Dupont, Nicholas R. Ford, Joseph P. Gayeski, Christopher J. Hanson, Jeffery Herrera, Neil P. Hosking, Michael R. Joyce, Matthew A. Kish, Kevin M. Kosciuk, Michael P. Kowalski, Patrick J. Lenehan, Michael G. Leon, Brendan G. Lewis, Daniel V. Lococo, Joseph M. Lynch, John T. Maher, Devin L. McManus, John Oliver Neal, Matthew S. Pastuszak, Andrew J. Perazella, Joseph D. Perrelli, Dominick J. Proto, Daniel L. Quartararo, Thomas R. Rinaldo, Francis R. Rowland, Mark L. Scalzo, Taylor P. Serrano, Demetri A. Sopkiw, Roland E. Stanley, Luke S. Strand, Michael R. Thompson, Kyle T. Turek, Shane T. Tyrrell, Ronald E. Weir, Jr.

THE CONNECTICUT ASSOCIATION OF SECONDARY SCHOOLS has awarded a certificate in recognition of the demonstration of those qualities of SCHOLARSHIP, LEADERSHIP, SERVICE AND CHARACTER which earned these students election to the NATIONAL HONOR SOCIETY OF SECONDARY SCHOOLS. Ian P. Albert, Matthew H. Ayala, Ryan P. Batchelder, Riley W-P Bergoderi, Alexander C. Biestek, Christopher P. Bongo, Taylor A. Bonin, Michael J. Boornazian, Andrew E. Bourne, Michael R. Breault, Dominic R. Brzozowski, Kenneth K. Bussmann, Charles L. Champion, Nicolas E. Chapman, Stephen L. Charton, Nicholas F. Ciarleglio, John S. Connolly, Alexander R. Cross, Nicholas E. Curello, Evan B. Cusson, Colin J. D’Amelio, Ryan M. Danby, Christopher M. Danko, Anthony R. DeMarinis, Anthony DiMauro, John M. DiMauro, Paul B. Drabinski, Charles W. Dupont, Joshua C. Etheridge, Nicholas R. Ford, Joseph P. Gayeski, Jordan V. Graham, Christopher J. Hanson, Jeffrey Herrera, Louis A. Iannotti, Kurt F. Johnson, Michael R. Joyce, Matthew A. Kish, Kevin M. Kosciuk, Michael P. Kowalski, Patrick J. Lenehan, Michael G. Leon, Brendan G. Lewis, Thomas E. Linden, Daniel V. Lococo, Joseph M. Lynch, John T. Maher, Robert W. McKenna, Devin L. McManus, John O. Neal, Sean R. Nelson, Matthew S. Pastuszak, Matthew D. Peckham, Andrew J. Perazella, Joseph D. Perrelli, Timothy J. Poirier, Dominick J. Proto , Daniel L. Quartararo, Tommy P. Rakowicz, Jacob C. Randazzo, Timothy G. Rhone, Thomas R. Rinaldo, Nathan S. Rosadini, Michael J. Rotondo, Francis R. T. Rowland, Mark L. Scalzo, Nathaniel B. Selleck, Tyler Sena, Taylor P. Serrano, Matthew J. Sola, Demetri A. Sopkiw, Roland E. Stanley, Luke S. Strand, Michael R. Thompson,

Nathan J. Tobias, John M. Tommasi, Kyle T. Turek, Shane T. Tyrrell, Matthew D. Verderame, Daniel M. Walsh, Ronald E. Weir, Jr., Bryan P. Wills, Alexander P. Yerganian, Niko Zimmitti

THE CONNECTICUT ASSOCIATION OF SECONDARY SCHOOLS has awarded a certificate FOR STUDENT LEADERSHIP to two of our seniors: Brendan G. Lewis and Rohan S. Kapur.

THE CONNECTICUT INTERSCHOLASTIC ATHLETIC CONFERENCE recognizes student-athletes for exemplary display of sportsmanship, ethics and integrity: Kurt F. Johnson and Timothy A. Kraner.

THE CONNECTICUT SOCIETY OF CERTIFIED PUBLIC ACCOUNTANTS award is presented to Taylor P. Serrano.

THE CARTER MARIO “ARRIVE ALIVE” SCHOLARSHIP is presented to Ryan Hertler.

The 12th recipient of the MIDDLETOWN SPORTS HALL OF FAME & MUSEUM SCHOLAR ATHLETE AWARD is Michael J. Boornazian.

The JOHN PHILLIP SOUSA BAND AWARD is an award given to a senior “in recognition of outstanding achievement and interest in instrumental music, for singular merit in loyalty and cooperation, and for displaying those high qualities of conduct that school instrumental music requires.” The 12th recipient of the Sousa Band Award is Thomas R. Rinaldo.

The LOUIS ARMSTRONG JAZZ AWARD is presented to a senior “in recognition of outstanding achievements in the field of jazz as demonstrated through superior musicianship, character, and individual creativity. Our recipient of the Louis Armstrong Jazz Award is Alexander R. Cross.

The MIDDLETOWN ELKS LODGE #771 SALVATORE SALAFIA COMMUNITY SERVICE AWARD SCHOLARSHIP is awarded to Dominick J. Proto.

The UNIVERSITY OF CONNECTICUT DIVISION OF ENROLLMENT PLANNING AND MANAGEMENT has awarded merit scholarships to: Taylor A. Bonin, Nicolas E. Chapman, Christopher J. Hanson , Michael R. Joyce, Michael P. Kowalski, and Patrick J. Lenehan.

Each year a number of our young men are selected through an interview process to serve the Xavier community as PEER MINISTERS under the leadership and guidance of our Director of Campus Ministry, Mrs. Hoisl. These young men play an integral part in our freshman and sophomore retreat programs, our prayer services and liturgies.

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Senior PromApril 29, 2011 Glastonbury Hills Country Club

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PRESENTATION OF AWARDSContinued from page 10

FALCON ACHIEVEMENT AWARD In addition to its reputation as a school, which promotes excellence in academics and service to the community, Xavier has earned an equally fine reputation in athletics, a reputation based not solely on wins and losses, but on the spirit and sportsmanship demonstrated by our athletes. The FALCON ACHIEVEMENT AWARD has been created to recognize a senior who, during his athletic career, has represented the very best that athletics stand for at Xavier. In the opinion of his coaches, the administration, and faculty, this years’ recipient is a young man who embodied, in the athletic area, those qualities of loyalty, commitment, sportsmanship and hard work, which characterize our fine athletes. The 2011 FALCON ACHIEVEMENT AWARD winner is Patrick J. Lenehan.

We would like to recognize our peer ministers for all they have done in our peer ministry program to better the Xavier community. Nicolas E. Chapman, Anthony DiMauro, John M. DiMauro, Joseph S. Garabedian, Alexander P. Kobak, Daniel V. Lococo, Michael V. Lombardi, John T. Maher, James F. McNamara, Jr., Joseph D. Perrelli, Timothy J. Poirier, Dominick J. Proto, Daniel L. Quartararo, Tommy P. Rakowicz, Jacob C. Randazzo, Timothy G. Rhone, Nathan J. Silva, John Michael Tommasi, Kyle T. Turek.

Over the past few months, several of our seniors have received special recognition.

Patrick J. Lenehan was the recipient of THE CONNECTICUT ASSOCIATION OF SCHOOLS GOVERNOR’S SCHOLAR AWARD and a scholarship from UNITED TECHNOLOGIES CORPORATION. Patrick also received the CUMBERLAND FARMS SCHOLARSHIP, the NEW HAVEN TAP-OFF CLUB SCHOLAR ATHLETE AWARD, and was named to the CONNECTICUT HIGH SCHOOL COACHES ASSOCIATION ALL-STATE ACADEMIC TEAM

The NEW HAVEN REGISTER “YOUTH OF THE YEAR” AWARD has been awarded to Anthony DiMauro.

The GENE CASEY SCHOLAR ATHLETE AWARD was presented by the NEW HAVEN COUNTY CHAPTER NATIONAL FOOTBALL FOUNDATION AND COLLEGE HALL OF FAME to Thomas E. Linden.

FORDHAM UNIVERSITY has awarded a FORDHAM JOGUES SCHOLARSHIP which is based on high academic performance and leadership abilities to Christopher E. Chiozzi.

Colin J. D’Amelio was awarded “Youth of the Year” at the CONNECTICUT KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS CONVENTION.

Tyler S. Cahill received a scholarship from the HAMDEN POLICE BENEVOLENT ASSOCIATION.

J. T. Maher has been awarded the ST. BRIDGET LADY’S GUILD SCHOLARSHIP.

Tyler M. Bennett was awarded the GOLF TOURNAMENT SCHOLARSHIP.

DUTCH POINT CREDIT UNION in Wethersfield has awarded the DOROTHY J. SULLIVAN SCHOLARSHIP to Dominick J. Proto.

Daniel Quarteraro received the EPIPHANY SCHOLARSHIP from the Church of Epiphany in Cheshire.

The WADSWORTH CHAPTER DAUGHTERS OF THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION “GOOD CITIZEN AWARD” which recognizes high school seniors who exemplify the qualities of a good citizen: dependability, service, leadership, and patriotism, was awarded to Mark L. Scalzo.Mark also received the WETHERSFIELD COUNTRY CLUB AWARD.

THE CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH IN KILLINGWORTH awarded a scholarship to Nicholas R. Uihlein.

Riley W-P Bergoderi received a scholarship from the WALLINGFORD AMERICAN LEGION.

THE EAST HAMPTON ROTARY CLUB awarded a scholarship to Ronald E. Weir, Jr.

Terry J. Woolard, Jr. received the KIWANIS CLUB OF MIDDLETOWN SCHOLARSHIP.

THE FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH OF WALLINGFORD has awarded a scholarship to Alexander P. Yerganian.

SEBASTIAN GIULIANO ’70, Mayor of the City of Middletown, has prepared a proclamation for the Class of 2011 which proclaimed May 22, 2011 as “Xavier High School Class of 2011 Day.” On behalf of the Mayor who could not be with us the proclamation was read and presented to our

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Michael R. Thompson received the CIAC SCHOLAR-ATHLETE AWARD.

Two were given the CONNECTICUT ASSOCIATION OF SCHOOLS ART AWARD: Alexander R. Cross for the Performing Arts and John T. Maher for the visual arts.

The SCHOLAR LEADER AWARD was presented by The Southern Connecticut Athletic Conference to Michael R. Breault and Dominick J. Proto.

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Junior PromMay 14, 2011 at Xavier

in St. Joseph Hall

i n April members of the Xavier class of 2012, family and friends gathered in the kohs gymnasium as Most reverend Michael r. Cote, d.d. Bishop of the diocese of norwich presided at the Mass of St. Francis Xavier and Blessing

of rings for their class. Concelebrating with Bishop Cote were reverend david Choquette, a 1990 Xavier graduate and Pastor of St Mary Church of the visitation in Putnam, and reverend gregory galvin, director of vocations for the diocese of norwich and former chaplain at Xavier. n

Junior Ring Mass117 receive blessed class rings…

“…We also thank our parents for

all of their help, guidance and

love throughout our lives, even if

at times we have failed to show

how grateful we truly are. You

are always cheering us on at our

sporting events, concerts and other

activities – congratulating us on

our successes and providing us

with whatever we may need. You

are always by our side and you

help us through every hard time

we face. Your presence here tonight

is yet another sign of your love and

commitment to us.

Finally, we would like to

congratulate those in our class

who receive a ring tonight, which

will serve as a constant reminder

of the privilege it is to be a student

at Xavier High School.”

Except from the event program by Junior Class President Ryan Murphy (top photo) and Class Vice-president Michael Mastrioanni (middle photo).

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In March, Xavier hosted the Middlesex County Math League’s annual awards banquet. The math team had another excellent year on both the varsity and JV levels. The varsity team was

narrowly defeated by Hand this year to come in second place in the league for the year, while the JV team took first place in the JV league. The teams were led by seniors Ron Weir, Oliver Neal and Mike Breault, juniors Tyler Ceste, Sherif Eldirany, Miraj Rahematpura and Victor Wu, sophomores Mario Chris, Zachary Ziobrowski and Nate Clark, and freshmen Ruban Hussein, Jack Kessler and Brian Wilcox.

Mu Alpha ThetaXavier now has a chapter of Mu Alpha Theta, the National Math

Honor Society. Prior to the league-wide banquet a brief induction ceremony and reception was held to honor the 18 students who were inducted into the international high school and two-year college society. To be eligible for membership, students must have completed four semesters of college preparatory mathematics and be enrolled in a fifth semester (Pre-Calculus or above). In addition, the student must maintain at least an A- average in these courses throughout his time at Xavier.

The following students were inducted into the Mu Alpha Theta: Greg Brown, Jason Cain, Tyler Ceste, Mario Chris, Sherif Eldirany, Kristof Fogarasi, George Gilbert, Rowan Lucey, Samuel Magaziner, John Marriott, Emmett McConville, Andrew Moeller, Mason Passavant, Miraj Rahematpura, Michele SchianoDiCola, Peter Tomasiello, Akshay Vig, and Victor Wu. The Xavier chapter of Mu Alpha Theta is sponsored by Math Department Chair Mr. John Traceski and Mr. Matthew Haywood. n

1 + 1 = Math Opportunities and Recognition

The Chapter officers (pictured with Mr. Traceski) are Miraj Rahematpura

(President – not available for photo), Sherif Eldirany (Vice President),

Victor Wu (Secretary), and George Gilbert (Treasurer). Below are members

of the Math Team.

The recent whirlwind Xavier trip to Italy was filled with memorable sights and moments. One highlight was

captured in this picture of Pope Benedict XVI blessing the crowd as he travelled though St. Peter Square in the entrance procession for Mass on Easter Sunday. The photo was taken by Dean of Faculty Formation Peter Langevin. A few other photo memories are from the camera of our Fine Arts and Foreign Language Chair Ms Jayne Vitale who arranged the Xavier Italy trip in April. Ms Vitale and Mr. Langevin were the official chaperones on the excursion. Math and science teacher Mr. Michael Ricciuti also took part as a tourist on the trip.

The photos show that the weather cooperated; while the looks on faces and amazing sights give just a glimpse of the tremendous experience the trip afforded. n

Xavier tourists catch Pope procession

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More than 120 Grandparents of our freshmen

graced the halls of Xavier in May in the second event of its kind this year on the occasion of our Spring Fine Arts celebration. Grandparents were welcomed by the Office of Advancement and were offered tours by members of Xavier’s Ambassadors Club and National Honor Society. Following the tours the visitors were ushered into the Kohs Gymnasium for a school-wide assembly and preview performance of the Spring Fine Arts Night Concert.

Xavier’s Concert Band, Chorus and Jazz Ensemble presented a few of the pieces that they would perform in the full evening concert at Xavier. This year’s theme centered on the film industry and the evening’s would also feature film and related clips to enhance the performance.

At the conclusion of the afternoon performance, Ms. Jayne Vitale, Chair of Xavier’s Fine Arts Department, presented awards for the best student art projects that were on display in the main corridor and foyer of St. Joseph’s Hall. Best in Show went to junior Andrew Moore of Middletown. The remaining five awards were: Best in Painting: Ryan Christian, Best in Drawing: Ryan Danby, Award for

Spring Fine Arts and Grandparents DayJunior Ryan Bott of New Haven, a member of the Ambassadors Club and National Honor Society, offered this prayer.

dear lord, We gather here today to celebrate the valuable time we share with our grandparents. thank you for the love they share with us and for the wisdom they give to us, so that they may guide us towards your light and eternal happiness in heaven. We thank you for giving us your everlasting grace and gifts of the holy Spirit. We also thank you for gracing us young men with such loving and caring people in our lives that are always there for us and help us make the best choices we can. We ask for your blessing upon the entire Xavier high School Community especially those preparing for college. We ask you to continue challenging us academically, athletically, spiritually, and emotionally, and may our loved ones continue to guide us, especially our grandparents. through our patron saint, Saint Francis Xavier, we pray for all those blind to your guiding light, for the protection of our beloved families, and that we may continue to grow in your love.

We ask this through Christ Our lord. Amen.

Masterpiece Reproduction: Neal Krupa, Award for Beginning Artist: Ryan Buckley, Honorable Mention for Design: John T. Maher.

The Grandparents were also treated to an afternoon tea where they were joined by their grandsons following the concert.

Headmaster Brother Brian Davis, C.F.X. also addressed the grandparents, welcoming them to Xavier and thanking them for their tremendous support of their grandsons and outlining for them the many new challenges that the boys have faced in their transition to high school life. n

Best in Show,

Andrew Moore

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Pilgrims land at Buncomb County, NC

This spring break I decided that instead of relaxing at home with my friends I would join Pilgrim Fellowship (PF)

on their annual mission trip. PF is a non-profit organization that focuses on their annual mission trip, and has meetings on Sunday nights which many shoreline high school students attend. This being my first PF experience, I was a little apprehensive about the trip but decided it was the right choice.

This year’s trip was in Buncomb County, North Carolina, which is in the beautiful Appalachian Mountains. The mission trip is based on repairing homes for people that cannot do it themselves for whatever reason. My client, Chuck, was 51 and on disability. He had lost his ability to walk years ago, so the daily tasks of cleaning around the house and laundry were not being done sufficiently.

One of the things I found interesting about Chuck and the rest of the clients PF helped in Buncomb is they all had faith. Whether Catholic, Protestant, or Jewish they all had a very strong faith that they wanted to share with us kids. On my worksite Chuck led us in prayer every morning thanking God for our safety and generosity. Even with his bad circumstances, he still had faith in God. He told us never to give up on your relationship with God, and I think that advice hit some of us because we saw the horrendous living quarters of Chuck.

Our job on our worksite was to repair the roof and siding and build a deck. I took the responsibility of working on the deck most of the week with the help from our contractor A.J Miller. Each worksite has a project manager or contractor that has experience in the carpentry field.

We soon realized that the physical labor of repairing the house was not important. It was necessary that we built these things with a long-term mindset and correctly, but the relationships and overall change in Chuck had more value to us.

What we did in North Carolina was not about the quality construction work, especially because high school students did it with little guidance from the adults. But it was about the hope we inspired in our clients to get up in the morning and try to change their current situations. Chuck told us on the last day that we gave him the hope to clean up around the house everyday and make a real effort to change his life positively.

Many of the reasons I went on the trip were not the same reasons I had when I left. I went because I had been told that it was a good experience from past PFers and to have a good time with friends. But as I was leaving I realized the selflessness and generosity involved in the trip. It was just as influential for me as it was for Chuck. I had a great experience on the trip this year and cannot wait to sacrifice my spring break again next year for this worthy cause. n

Anthony Chiozzi ’13 (hammering nails) and Nate Rosadini ’11 (standing behind him) working on the deck

project.

Anthony Chiozzi ’13

described his 2011

Mission Trip with

Pilgrim Fellowship in a

paper for Mr. Montini’s

Human Development/

Sacraments class. Also

on the trip was Senior

Nathan Rosadini

who had recounted a

similar experience in

Kentucky for us two

years ago when he was a

sophomore.

Freshmen/Sophomore Semi-FormalMay 7, 2011 at Xavier in Kohs Gymnasium

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Mario Chris ’13 (Storrs), Rowan Lucey ’12 (Lyme), Miraj Rahematpura ’12

(Middletown), Sherif Eldirany ’12 (Glastonbury) represented Xavier in the Connecticut State History Day contest on April 30th and won first place in the Senior Group Website category. Sherif’s younger brother Mohamed also worked on the project which is titled “Paris Peace Conference of 1919”.

The team will be representing Connecticut in the National History Day competition during June 12-16 at the University of Maryland.

You may view their winning website at http://40487190.nhd.weebly.com. There is a tremendous amount of information in a very easy to read format including videos relevant to the Peace Conference.

From the http://ct.nhd.org website, History Day in Connecticut is part of the National History Day program. This annual competition engages students in grades 6-12 in the process of researching and interpreting a historical topic of their choice related to an annual theme. Working individually or in small groups, students are encouraged to find primary and secondary sources on their subject through research in libraries and museums, interviews, and visits to historic sites.

History Day gives students an opportunity to look outside of a textbook or classroom and step into the shoes of a historian. Students will gain experience with skills like creating an argument, conducting research, critical thinking, reading and writing, interpreting primary and secondary sources, using evidence to support a thesis, and relating to a theme. They explore the ideas of historical perspective as well as diplomatically working with others throughout their research.

Students use their research to create a project to share with the public at one of five district History Day competitions held across Connecticut in the spring. Local historians, educators, and other professionals judge the students’ entries, and winners are eligible to participate at the state competition held in late April or early May. State winners are invited to attend the National History Day contest at the University of Maryland with over 2,000 other students from across the country. n

Xavier Team Places First on History Day in Connecticut

Mario Chris

Rowan Lucey

Miraj Rahematpura

Sherif Eldirany

D’Amelio is “Youth of the Year” Colin d’Amelio ’11, was awarded “youth of the year” at the Ct state knights

of Columbus convention in Farmington, Ct on April 30th.(l-r): k of C State Advocate J. terry Morgan, k of C district deputy: Joshua

McSparren, Colin d’Amelio, and his parents dan and kathy d’Amelio.

Mrs. Charpentier Selected for Summer Biology Institute

The UConn Office of Early College Programs announced that Xavier Biology teacher Mrs. Linda

Charpentier is one of only seven CT faculty members invited to participate in ECE’s first ever Summer Biology Institute. Mrs. Charpentier will be joined by instructors from Sacred Heart Academy, Bridgeport Aquaculture, Sports and Medical Sciences Academy, RHAM High School, Waterford High, and Westhill High School who were chosen from a competitive range of applicants. Xavier High School has expanded its participation in UConn’s Early College Experience program and now has over 120 students enrolled in the program. The UConn credits earned are transferable to many other colleges and universities.

The institute will give ECE Biology instructors an opportunity to expand their understanding of structural biology by offering hands-on workshops with protein structure, x-ray crystallography, protein purification, and more. The program will be taught by Dr. Victoria L. Robinson, an Associate Professor in the Department of Molecular and Cell Biology and Co-Head of the Protein X-ray Facility. An expert in protein structure, she has received the National Science Foundation’s “Faculty Early Career Development Award.” The award honors those who integrate research and education, and is the foundation’s most prestigious award.

Thomas Abbott, UConn ECE Faculty Coordinator for Biology said, “Given the nature of the job, it can be difficult, if not impossible for high school science instructors to keep current with respect to their content areas and laboratory practices. Knowing this, the creation of short summer research modules, in the laboratories of scientists that actually generate the new content, in theory should make the learning more meaningful and useful to them back in their classrooms.” n

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This past February break, a group of Xavier juniors was lucky enough to spend our week in a place many probably wouldn’t particularly want to be: New Orleans. We in New

England know it mainly as that city hit by Hurricane Katrina, five or so years ago. We headed off on a service trip with no clear idea of what we’d encounter. We were told that this wasn’t a vacation, the area was bad, we might get robbed, and so on. But what we saw and experienced was rewarding and honestly hilarious beyond what any of us expected.

Our trip started off as pretty casual and upbeat. On our very first night, we met a friendly group of Canadians, also high school volunteers, who managed to convince us that Justin Bieber had gone to their high school. It wasn’t true, but they were pretty cool. Throughout the trip, from the rambling, incoherent security guard to the pick-up truck-driving nun, we continued to meet people who were more than happy to welcome us and share their stories with us (sometimes a little more than we perhaps wanted to know). There was definitely an aura of hospitality and talkativeness that we frankly might have been unused to.

Perhaps related to this general enthusiasm was the ubiquitous presence of excitement and music we found in urban New

A New (and Memorable) Experience in New OrleansXavier junior Victor Wu prepared this account of a service trip arranged through our Campus Ministry Office.

Orleans. Walking the streets at night (relatively safely), every bar and restaurant along the way boomed with live bands and loud jazz. Even on Sunday night, the roads of Bourbon Street and the French Quarter were packed with people, music, and bright neon lights. Even the prayer service where we stopped reflected this culture. Imagine the Xavier Masses or Prayer Services, except with incredibly lively singing and R&B music incorporated into literally every aspect, every reading.

But more on task, our real job in New Orleans was to help rebuild houses. Working with a non-profit called St. Bernard’s Project, we were assigned to work on homes for people who had lost theirs in Katrina. Named after a devastated parish, or basically a county in Louisiana, the organization matched us up with two superb young supervisors who explained how to do the basic construction work. We got to put these newly learned skills to the test on two different homes. Honestly, you might think it’s kind of sketchy that they would trust a group of random volunteers to build satisfactory houses, but hey, so did we. We like to think we did an excellent job insulating, putting up drywall, and mudding. However, even tasks so simple as layering mud over gaps or cutting out drywall are harder and more tedious than you’d expect.

Xavier’s ten-man junior “construction crew” with teacher/chaperones Mr. Haywood (back row left) and Mr. Royce (front row right) and the site

coordinators for the St. Bernard Project the volunteer organization that is rebuilding the homes (back row second from the left and far right).

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Despite the 9-to-5 work it was certainly a satisfying seven days for all of us, knowing we were helping Katrina victims. I for one also was happy that I gained some basic knowledge in construction. Hard work has its own rewards.

Work aside, though, this trip was simply fun. New Orleans was certainly not as rundown as we thought, and we were not in immediate danger of getting lost, mugged or harmed. There wasn’t exactly a lot of food, but we managed. We’ll never forget that Dollar General convenience store or our great appreciation for Church’s fried chicken. The $13-a-day accommodations were by no means luxurious. Sleeping on structurally-unsound triple bunk beds piled to the ceiling was certainly an interesting experience. We may not have had a concrete plan for where we were going or what we were doing, but we made the most of it. Some of the best laughs and conversations we had were shared over nightly games of cards (which Mr. Royce habitually failed to win). Even the daily serious reflections easily lasted over an hour, to everybody’s surprise. And I’m pretty sure we wouldn’t mind playing another game of improvised indoor soccer (maybe with a real ball next time?). There’s too much for me even to recount it all here in this brief article. But for the record, I must have laughed more in that one week than in any other time in recent memory.

Dylan Baker, Jon Brochinsky, Ryan Christian, Matt Craig, Ryan Craig, Matt Dekoeyer Mike Funaro, Mitch Kendrioski, Andrew Moeller, and I were the ten juniors who made this journey to New Orleans. We walked into this trip virtually strangers, with each of us knowing almost nothing about the other. As the week progressed and we spent time working, eating, and relaxing side-by-side, the character of our group changed. I got to know individuals who I would have never talked to in the hallway, or seen in my classes, or met in an outside activity. And yet, by the end of the week, there was a whole new bond of familiarity and friendship. Over a short time, we had learned and shared so much. We returned with a stronger sense of community, forged by

this common experience in New Orleans. It’s not a memory I will soon forget.

The need in New Orleans continuesMr. James Royce ’99, Social Studies teacher and co-chaperone

on the New Orleans trip with Math teacher Matthew Haywood ’01, said “The New Orleans Service Trip was an amazing experience for everyone from the Xavier community who participated. I was very proud to see how hard our students worked and how willingly they donated their time to the people of New Orleans and the response that we got from the people that we encountered made it clear that this was a community who appreciated our efforts. As it became clear to us that this is a community that will continue to need help for years to come, I hope that the great success of this trip can continue in the future and become a new Xavier tradition.”

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Seated is the owner of the home the team was working on.

in April the Connecticut State rifle and revolver Association (CSrrA) released the names of those on its 2011 All-State teams. Four of

Xavier’s riflery team members were recognized this year. Coach Aaron king tells us “Andrew Carter, Jim Stanley and rider doolittle made it onto the team and tom

rinaldo received an honorable Mention.”in describing this year’s teams, deborah lyman, CSrrA Junior

director, said “the selection process is always difficult, but the bar for the All-State high School team was higher than ever.” Congratulations to our students for meeting these high standards. they and the other All-State team recipients were honored at a dinner on thursday May 5th at Zandri’s

Stillwood inn in Wallingford. Just two weeks earlier the same four students were named to the 1st place scholastic team for

the nrA 4-Position Sectional. deborah lyman presented them with their awards at the Ct high School rifle

league Awards Ceremony. Pictured from left to right are: debbie lyman, Jim Stanley, thomas rinaldo, Andrew Carter, and rider doolittle. n

Sharp shooting hits the 2011 All State Team

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Fall and Winter Sports Awards Programs

director of Atheltics Mr. tony Jaskot ’69 welcomed players, family and friends to the Fall Sports Awards program in the kohs gymnasium in January. he introduced headmaster Brother Brian davis, C.F.X. for

welcoming remarks. tony then continued “We are here to honor our players from Cross Country, Football and Soccer. i want to honor our Coaches as well. Athletics is our 8th period of the school day. these sports provide an after school classroom with lots of learning, including morals, values, work ethic, and discipline. good teachers make good coaches and good coaches make good teachers. We are blessed with a crew of great coaches.”

the same format was followed in March when players, family and friends came to the Winter Sports Awards.

Concluding the general portion of the evening, Principal Brendan donohue asked the student athletes to reflect on their past season and to thank their coaches, teammates and families for all that they have done to help make each athlete’s accomplishments possible.

the teams from our Spring Sports will receive their special awards at a similar function on June 14th. We will recognize them on our website and in the next issue of Xavier today.

Fall Sports Awards

CROSS COUNTRY head Coach dave kraszewski Most improved runner:

russell Stevens ’12Coaches Award: ryan gadea ’14top newcomer: david Pugliese ’12Most valuable runners: ian Albert ’11

& Jonathan Annelli ’11

SOCCER head Coach Joe kedves Outstanding young Player Award:

Matt Zampini ’12Most improved Player Award:

Andrew Bourne ’11Coaches Award: Conor Marino ’11Most valuable Player Award:

Michael thompson ’11Senior Award: nick Ciarleglio ’11

FOOTBALLFootball special awards were presented at a separate banquet held on March 13th. (See article on page 22.)

Winter Sports Awards

BASKETBALL Coach Michael kohsOffensive Player Of the year:

Michael Boornazian ’11 defensive Player Of the year:

Jovan Santos-knox ’12 Most valuable Player Award:

Pat lenehan ’11

ICE HOCKEY Coach Scott gaineyMost improved Player Award:

dave Brennan ’12

Coaches Award: kurt Johnson ’11 & Charlie dupont ’11

Most valuable Player Award: dan Walsh ’11

Senior Award: nate rosadini ’11

INDOOR TRACK Coach dave kraszewskiMost improved runner:

dillon McCarthy ’12 Coaches Award: Matt Pastuszak ’11 Best in Field Award: Matt rowley ’11 Most valuable runner:

dave Pugliese ’12 Senior Award: ryan danby ’11

RIFLERY Coach Aaron kingMost improved Shooter Award:

Stephen lonczak ’14 Coaches Award: Jim Stanley ’12 george Mclean Award:

taylor Mackinnel ’12 Most valuable Shooter Award:

Andrew Carter ’11 Senior Award: thomas rinaldo ’11

SWIM & DIVING Coach keith nicholsMost improved Swimmer Award:

luke Strand ’11 Coaches Award: kris Fogarasi ’12 Most valuable Swimmer Award:

kevin kosciuk ’11 Senior Award: Will loftus ’11

WRESTLING Wrestling special awards were presented at a separate banquet held on May 6th. (See article on page 21.)

Cross Country

Soccer

Basketball

Ice Hockey

Indoor Track

Riflery

Swim & Diving

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SCC Names Winter Sports All-Conference TeamsAl Carbone, Commissioner of

the Southern Connecticut Conference announced the names of those who made the 2010-2011 Winter Sports All-Conference teams. Congratulations to those Falcons listed below whose performances this year were recognized by the SCC.

ICE HOCKEY division i First team:

dan Walsh ’11

BOYS BASKETBALL All-Quinnipiac:

Michael Boornazian ’11 Jovan Santos-knox ’12

BOYS INDOOR TRACK 4 x 800 relay:

Matt Pastuszak ’11 Jonathan Annelli ’11 ian Albert ’11 david Pugliese ’12

WRESTLING First team:

tyler Cunningham ’12 elliott Antler ’13

Second team: Will Chowanec ’14 Alex kasinskas ’12 neil hosking ’11 ryan Butler ’12

BOYS SWIMMING 200 yard Freestyle:

Jacob diBella ’13200 yard iM:

kevin kosciuk ’11 500 yard Freestyle:

Jacob dibella ’13200 yard Free relay:

kevin kosciuk ’11 Will loftus ’11 tom rakowicz ’11 kevin davila ’12

400 yard Free relay: kevin kosciuk ’11 Andrew eigner ’14 Jacob diBella ’13 kyle newton ’11

Falcon Wrestlers Class LL State Champs

(L-r): Logan Pichnarcik ’14, Colin Cunningham ’14, and Drew Pichnarcik

’12 show off their championship rings.

in February our Wrestling team accomplished something that no

other team has been able to do for over 14 years. they were able to come out ahead of the 14 year reigning Class ll State Champions in Ct high School Wrestling, danbury high School, by a score of 200 to 181. For the second time this school year a Xavier varsity team captured a State title.

in May, approximately 135 family, friends and supporters gathered at Xavier to honor the team at the Class ll State Wrestling Championship Banquet. representing the City of Middletown, deputy Mayor Mr. Joseph Bibisi presented a City Proclamation to the team. each team member received a copy of the proclamation as well as other

momentos of the occasion including championship rings that were purchased for the team through the donations of the event sponsors.

in addition to the congratulatory remarks from headmaster Brother Brian davis, director of Athletics tony Jaskot ’69 and head Coach Mike Cunningham, Master of Ceremonies Brother thomas Fahey guided the participants through the festivities.

2010-2011 INDIVIDUAL WRESTLING AWARDSCoach Cunningham also used the occasion to announce the 2010-2011 Individual Wrestling Awards for the team:

Most valuable Wrestler: tyler Cunningham ’12 Sean Marinan ’12

Most improved: Alex kasinskas ’12 ryan Butler ’12

ironman Award: elliott Antler ’13

Coaches Award: Brad Wyzykowski ’11

Senior Award: neil hosking ’11

Freshman Most valuable Wrestler: Will Chowanec ’14

Comeback of the year: Brendan Butler ’14

2011 XAVIER HIGH SCHOOL WRESTLING ACCOLADES2011 Southern Connecticut

Conference Championship

new england tournament Place Winners (top 8): tyler Cunningham Sean Marinan

Academic All-State: Zac Creeron Sean Marinan tyler Cunningham elliott Antler neil hosking

All-State: Will Chowanec tyler Cunningham elliott Antler

ll Coach of the year: Mike Cunningham

ll Assistant Coach of the year: kyle St. george

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More than 350 attended a banquet in March to honor Xavier’s 2010 State Championship football team at the Crown Plaza Hotel in Cromwell. Each player and

coach was presented with a championship ring that was provided through the generosity of donors and sponsors.

Mr. Larry McHugh, President of the Middlesex County Chamber of Commerce and Xavier’s first football coach (1963 – 1983), was the Master of Ceremonies for the event. Middletown Mayor Sebastian Giuliano, Xavier class of 1970, and 9th District State Senator Paul Doyle made special presentations to the team from the City of Middletown and State of Connecticut.

Headmaster Brother Brian Davis, C.F.X. offered welcoming remarks. Mercy High School Principal Sister Mary McCarthy, RSM

led the assembled in opening and closing prayers. Director of Athletics Tony Jaskot ’69 recognized all the coaches and players for the best single season record in Xavier’s history (13 – 0) due to the expanded post season play that was adopted this year by the Connecticut Interscholastic Athletic Conference (CIAC).

Head Coach Sean Marinan ’80 also thanked and recognized the cheerleaders from Mercy High School for their continued support during games. Coach Marinan presented the Football Special Awards for the season (see box below).

Banquet chairman Phil Franklin ’73 said, “All of the work to plan and prepare for the Championship Football Celebration came together in one memorable afternoon that the members of the 2010 Xavier football team will talk about for years to come.” n

Kelly Trophy Champions honored at Walter Camp Foundation dinnerCoach Sean Marinan

and the Xavier football team, along with members of the 2010 Walter Camp All-America team, were honored at the organization’s national awards banquet on Saturday, January 15, 2011 at the yale university Commons in new haven. Pictured are Principal Brendan donohue, headmaster Brother Brian davis, C.F.X., Coach Marinan, and director of Athletics tony Jaskot ’69 with the kelly trophy (photo by Bill O’Brien).

Xavier was ranked no. 1 in the new haven register, new london day, and hartford Courant season-ending polls and is the Walter Camp Football Foundation’s choice to receive the Joseph W. kelly Award, awarded annually to Connecticut’s top high school football team. it is the second time that Xavier (13-0) has earned the kelly Award (2005). “Xavier certainly distinguished itself after going undefeated in the competitive Southern Connecticut Conference and then winning three games to capture the Class ll state championship,” said Walter Camp Football Foundation President Alphonse Paolillo, Jr. “We salute Coach Sean Marinan, his staff and players on a tremendous season and a job well done.” n

Banquet honors Football State Champs

Offensive MvP – Most valuable Player for the Offense: the 2010 Offensive linemen tom linden ’11 Sean Marinan Jr. ’12 nate tobias ’11 Anthony rizza ’11 Austen Wezenski ’12

defensive MvP – Most valuable Player for the defense: eric Mischke ’11

larry Mchugh Senior leadership Award: graham Stewart ’11

tony Jaskot Champion of the year: Matt rowley ’11

kevin holder unsung hero Award: gerry Basadonna ’11 Austin Ahern ’11

Custom Carpet Spirit, hustle and desire: Mike Mastroianni ’12

Most improved: kosy Broderick ’11

2010 FOOTBALL SPECIAL AWARDS

The O Line was honored with the Offensive MVP Award.

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The Athletic Director of any school is a person whose job it is to oversee not one team, but every team in their school. They take the final responsibility for everything

that happens both on and off the court and field of play. These are the people without whose encouragement, support, and leadership, the teams and programs simply would not function.

Tony Jaskot, Athletic Director at Xavier High School for the past fifteen years is a man who takes his credit in the knowledge that he has helped; in the feeling of accomplishment as he sees the students at Xavier performing at the highest level.

As a 1969 graduate of Xavier, Tony began teaching and coaching at Xavier in 1974. Tony was an assistant football coach under the legendary coach Larry McHugh from 1974 to 1984 and became a successful head coach in football himself from 1984 thru 1994. I am sure Tony is most proud of the football team as Xavier won the State Title this past fall. Tony became assistant athletic director in 1990 until be became the Athletic Director in 1997.

As a member of the faculty, Tony has taught Health, Physical

AD Tony Jaskot receives the Gerry T. McGrath Commissioner’s Award

This Spring Xavier High School Director of Athletics Tony

Jaskot ’69 was honored by the Connecticut IAABO (International

Association of Approved Basketball Officials) Board 6 at a

banquet where he received the Gerry McGrath Commissioner’s

Award. IAABO Board 6 Assigning Commissioner Ed Lynch

(pictured with Tony and Donna Jaskot) presented the award.

Commissioner Lynch’s remarks need no further introduction.

Congratulations Tony!

Thomas Linden ’11 Scholar AthleteHonored at National Football

Foundation and College Hall of Fame Scholar Athlete dinner

The 51st Anniversary of the Gene Casey New Haven County Chapter of the National Football Foundation and College Hall of Fame Scholar Athlete dinner was held on April 8th at Fantasia Banquet Facility in North Haven. Xavier senior Thomas Linden of Durham was one of thirty high school and prep school scholar athletes honored for scholarship excellence and citizenship in front of a crowd of 350.

In addition Xavier was presented a championship plaque for winning the 2010 Class LL title. n

Micowski ’07 Stellar on Georgia Diamondearlier this year we reported on our website that Mark Micowski ’07 had been

named the Baseball Preseason Player of the year by the Colonial Athletic Association in his senior year at georgia State university.

Quoting from the article released on the georgia State website: “i’m so proud of Mark. this is truly a tremendous honor and he’s very deserving,” head coach greg Frady said. “i’m thrilled to have him anchoring our team as a senior leader.”

in May as the georgia State season was nearing its end, they said, “A native of haddam, Conn., Mark is on pace to finish his career as the georgia State leader in batting average, currently at .384. the Preseason CAA Player of the year, he ranks among the conference leaders in virtually every offensive category with a .375 average, 84 hits, 20 doubles, 48 rBis, and 51 runs scored. last season, he was a first-team all-conference selection as he set gSu single season records with 91 hits and 69 runs scored. including his two seasons at the university of vermont, Mark ranks among the nCAA’s top five active leaders in career hits. he was named georgia State’s Male Student-Athlete of the year in April.”

in 2007, Mark was named Most valuable Player for Xavier’s varsity baseball team in his senior year, was named to the new haven register’s All-Area baseball team and the hartford Courant’s All-State team. Mark’s father, Michael, is a Xavier 1967 alumnus. the photo above is also from the Panther website. n

Education and Religion since 1974. His numerous awards and honors include: member of the Middletown Sports Hall of Fame, and a recipient of the Central Connecticut Association of football Officials “Friend of Football” Award. Tony has been a lifelong resident of Middletown and has been married for 32 years to his wife Donna. Tony and Donna are most proud of their three sons (all Xavier alumni) Dan ’98, Greg ’00, and Matt ’02.

Tony Jaskot has treated his position of Athletic Director not as a job but as a vocation, putting in long hours beyond those required to make certain that the Xavier Athletic program has the best chances to succeed. All the officials sitting in the audience tonight who have had the opportunity to work at Xavier, know what you get from Tony Jaskot is not only a hello and thank you, but the rare personal qualities of integrity, honesty and competence.

It has been my privilege to work with Tony for the past five years as assigning commissioner. Tony is a dedicated educator for his high school, who in my opinion has promoted fair play, sportsmanship and academic excellence. n

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March of Dimes thanks FundraisersSuzanne galotti, Senior Community director for the March of dimes

“Middletown” March for Babies, visited Xavier earlier this year to thank two of our students for their past and present support for the event. Suzanne had two thank-you gifts to present to both Mason Passavant ’12 and Michael Mischke ’12 in appreciation for their continued & impressive fundraising efforts on behalf of the March of dimes campaign to end newborn prematurity.

the Xavier juniors were the #2 and #3 youth fundraisers for the 2010 greater Middletown March for Babies. Both families have supported our local event for numerous years. Mason, the #2 youth fundraiser for local site in 2010, brought in $4,069 and Michael raised $1815.

As a token of appreciation the students received autographed major league baseball memorabilia.

the mission of the March of dimes is to improve the health of babies by preventing birth defects, premature birth and infant mortality. the March of dimes spends 77% of the money raised in March for Babies on research and programs that promote the health of babies. n

If you bleed green and white, then 100 Things Celtics Fans is for you

don hubbard ’77 continues to enjoy some success writing about athletics. he told us, “My book about the

Celtics made the Boston globe Bestseller list on 1/2/11 and went as high as #7 on Amazon’s rankings for basketball books.” this latest book in paperback is published by triumph Books. “100 things Celtics Fans Should know & do Before they die” reveals the most critical moments and important facts about past and present players, coaches,

and teams that are part of the storied history that is Celtics basketball. About the Author: donald hubbard is a practicing attorney in Boston,

where he published a weekly newspaper column for 10 years. he is the author of “the heavenly twins of Boston Baseball,” “the red Sox Before the Babe,” and “Forgotten Four: notre dame’s greatest Backfield and the 1953 undefeated Season.” the latter was co-authored by don’s brother Mark O. hubbard (Xavier, class of 1967). n

Coach Tim Kohs Now AD at MercyMr. tim kohs ’85 has been appointed the new Mercy

high School athletic director beginning this coming school year. Brother Brian said, “i am sure you all join with me in wishing tim congratulations and god’s blessing on his new endeavors, and thanking him for his devoted service to Xavier for the past fourteen years.” Since 1997, tim has served Xavier in many capacities as Xavier Assistant Athletic

director, Physical education department Chair, teacher of health and Physical education Classes and Moderator for intramural Basketball and golf.

tim has served as Mercy’s basketball coach and the Ct high School Coaches Association (ChSCA) named tim kohs – Coach of the year for girls Basketball at its annual recognition dinner in 2010. n

Falcons are the Ultimatethe Xavier ultimate Frisbee team

competed in the new england Championship tournament on June 5th in rocky hill Ct. Xavier ultimate won the new england Championships 5–0. Zac Camner ’13 was voted the most spirited player by the players of opposing teams. team captains Brendan lewis ’11 and dan Quartararo ’11 accepted the championship trophy for the falcons. here is their winning record: Barrington hS from rhode island (13–4); Fryeburg hS from Maine (13–2); Chase Collegiate of Waterbury (11–9); Amity (15–11); Chase Collegiate (13–10). More details and pictures are on our website. n

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Alums Spanning the Decades at Boston Receptions’60s, ’70s, ’80s, ’90s and 2000s represented…

In late April, Headmaster Brother Brian Davis, C.F.X., Director of Advancement

Michael Tommasi ’67 and Assistant Director of Advancement Joe Lane ’95 travelled up to Boston to meet with Xavier Alumni at two separate receptions.

A luncheon was held at the Harvard Faculty Club that was hosted by Richard Gula ’67, a member of our first graduating class and among our first alumni to attend Harvard. They were joined by Bruce McDonald ’67, Don Hubbard ’77, Liam Patterson ’83 and Chris Nocera ’95.

Across the Charles River in Boston at the offices of Marcum LLP on State Street was an after-work event hosted by a parent of two alumni, Doug Farrington, who is the managing partner at Marcum’s Boston branch. Alumni who joined Brother Brian, Michael

Tommasi and Joe Lane were David Hetzel ’68, Joseph Wrinn ’71, Peter Gillies ’72, Scott Formica ’95, Nick Dominello ’05, Bryan Farrington ’05, Trevor Fredericks ’05 and Kevin Farrington ’07. A good deal of time was spent talking about Xavier then and now and the challenges of the future.

If you would like to hold a reception in your area, or attend one of our key gatherings like the upcoming Clambake or Golf Classic in June, please just contact the Office of Advancement via our

website www.xavierhighschool.org, by email advancement@xavierhighschool.org, by phone (860)347-6079, or just stop by at our office at the school.

Thanks to Alan Canzano,

Managing Director of Marcum Cronus Partners LLC and Joe Lane for the pictures. Joe Wrinn, Scott Formica, David Hetzel and Peter Gillies were not available for the evening photo. n

(Evening reception, l-r): Michael Tommasi ’67, Nick Dominell ’05, Br. Brian, Doug Farrington, Bryan

Farrington ’05, Kevin Farrington ’07, Trevor Fredericks ’05 and Joe Lane ’95

(Luncheon, l-r): Chris Nocera ’95, Liam Patterson ’83, Bruce McDonald

’67, Br. Brian, Richard Gula ’67 and Don Hubbard ’77.

On Friday May 13th, more than 70 Middletown-area Xavier Alumni, family and friends gathered at nikita’s Bar and Bistro on Main Street in

Middletown for refreshment, to mingle and hear about Xavier and its plans for the future. the event was hosted by dr. William longo ’69 and his son Will longo ’96, the proprietor of nikita’s.

As part of the evening, headmaster Brother Brian davis, C.F.X. and director of Advancement Mr. Michael tommasi ’67 briefly outlined some of the challenges facing Xavier as the school plans for its continuing operations.

they were joined by members of Xavier’s Board of directors and some notable past faculty and staff including Middlesex County Chamber of Commerce President Mr. larry Mchugh and Mr. richard Boucher. Ct Senator Paul doyle also stopped by. A special thanks to dr. William longo ’69 and his son Will longo ’96 for making this event possible. n

Middletown-area Alums enjoy a great turnout at Nikita’s Reception

Above: Rich Carrella ’84, Alan Schumann ’78 and Mark Masselli ’69Top right: Mike D’Aquila ’83 and Dave O’Brien ’70Right: “Coach” Larry McHugh, Patti McHugh and Mr Richard Boucher

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Incognito is defined as “in disguise, with the identity disguised or hidden.”

Academic Dean Mr. David Sizemore (Xavier class of 1986) said “Our school community was very fortunate to have with us Mr. Michael Fosberg, a resident of Chicago, to perform his one-act play called Incognito.” The occasion was Xavier’s annual Cultural Diversity Day assembly in the Kohs gymnasium. Through Incognito, Michael Fosberg promotes discussion of race, diversity and identity.

The Assembly began and ended with presentations from the Cultural Diversity Club. “As was the case with last year’s assembly,” said Mr. Sizemore “I would like to thank members of the Cultural Diversity Club and its moderator Mr. William Mr. Garrity, as well as members of the Faculty Diversity Committee for their hard work and effort in making this assembly a reality.”

Actor-author Michael Fosberg has been helping American audiences confront the issues of race and identity head-on through his one-man, autobiographical play Incognito for nearly a decade.

Raised in a Chicago suburb by his biological mother and an adoptive stepfather, at 34 Fosberg began a search for his biological father. When his father revealed in their first phone conversation that he is black, Fosberg quickly discovered the quest for his long-lost father would result not only in the discovery of a new branch

of his family tree, but of a new heritage, and idea of self.

Fosberg has performed his thought-provoking and humorous show for captivated audiences around the country at hundreds of arts venues, educational institutions, corporations and government agencies and invited them to question and discuss their thoughts on race and identity at lively post-event discussions.

Recently the story came to book form with the release of Fosberg’s autobiography Incognito: An American Odyssey of Race and

Self-Discovery. Following the assembly, he donated a copy of the book to our library. For the complete synopsis of Incognito and a more in-depth look at Mr. Fosberg’s work, especially in his visits to high schools across the country, please visit his website: www.incognitotheplay.com. n

Members of the Class of 1992, Matt Dunn,

Matt Fragola, and Wally Stojak, were among a group who came together to offer assistance to their friend and classmate Jes Egan, his children, fiancée and family members. In January, they have arranged for a Benefit in honor of Jes. Xavier donated the use of the dining room in St. Joseph Hall for the event. The evening was filled with laughter as a large crowd enjoyed food, music, beverages, and participated in a raffle and auction to help raise needed funds for Jes and his family.

At the time, Jes was battling an inoperable brain tumor (diagnosed in September) and the cost

Class of 1992 and Friends Rally to Support Jes Egan

personally and on his family has prompted this show of support. (Jes passed away in March – see the notice on page 36 – “In Memoriam”) Donations and hard work helped to make this event possible.

Headmaster Brother Brian Davis, C.F.X. said, “fostering enduring personal relationships is central to the

mission and vision of Xaverian Brothers Sponsored Schools, so we were happy to support these young men who worked to help a friend.”

In May, friends again rallied to hold the 1st Annual Jes Egan Golf Benefit at the Quarry Ridge Golf Course in Portland, CT. n

Jes Egan (center) with Br. Brian and a number of his friends and classmates from the class of 1992.

Michael Fosberg Performs “Incognito” at Cultural Diversity Day Assembly

Over the last two months, the Office of Advancement has

worked with Jes’ parents to establish an endowed scholarship

in his memory. Memorial donations may be sent to the Jes

Egan Memorial Scholarship Fund, Xavier High School Office of

Advancement, 181 Randolph Rd., Middletown, CT 06457.

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Athletic Commitmentsin addition to the seniors that we announced in our last issue, we are proud to announce the following 2011 graduates who have signed national letters of intent to pursue their sports at an nCAA division i or ii school.

Ian Albert Cross-Country and track at the university of new hampshire

Jonathan Annelli Cross-Country and track at Fordham university

Gerry Bassadonna Football at Central Connecticut State university

Kevin Kosciuk Swimming at Fordham university

Tom Linden Football at Stonehill College

Eric Mischke Football at Stonehill College

Sean Nelson volleyball at lewis university

Graham Stewart Football at the university of Florida

Mike Thompson Soccer at the College of the holy Cross

Stabach ’93 tracks wildebeest in Africa

Jared Stabach ’93 is a Ph.D. student, Graduate Degree Program in Ecology and the Natural Resource Ecology Laboratory at Colorado State University at Fort Collins. His work for his

thesis on the wildebeest has taken him to Kenya, Africa, where he is studying their migrations. In May, Jared arranged a visit to Xavier and addressed Mrs. Linda Charpentier’s Honors Biology classes. He brought in a radio-collar that they use to track the migrations of the wildebeest and he also showed students a slideshow on his work in Africa.

Describing his presentation, Jared said “I highlight our project and one of the pieces that I’m working on right now related to my own study objectives. Our project website is http://www.nrel.colostate.edu/projects/gnu/index.php and under the “Tracking” tab project images of the movements of the animals that we currently have collared. This project has recently a lot of attention and the segment that was on 60 minutes can be found under the “Products” tab. I then stress how important having a solid foundation in science, math, and writing are to be successful in this field over the long-term.”

Jared is also working to earn a National Geographic grant to complete his work for his thesis. He is leaving in mid-June for another trip to Kenya to collect more data for his study of the wildebeest.

Jared earned his B.S. in Environmental Biology from Providence College in 1997 and M.S. in Environmental Science from URI in 2005, where he studied the Matschie’s tree kangaroo in Papua New Guinea (Mrs Charpentier assures us “ yes, there really is such an animal”). Before starting at Colorado State University, Jared worked at the Woods Hole Research Center in Falmouth, MA, focusing on biodiversity and conservation in the forests of central and eastern Africa.

He is the son of Lois Stabach, remembered by many Xavier Alums as a long-time faculty member in our science department, and brother of Jonathan ’88, Jason ’89 and Jeffrey ’95. n

One of the wildebeests that was collared.

Photo from the project website.

“Gnu Landscapes”

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The Strategic Plan that follows is designed to be used as a “living document” to guide Xavier High School through the next five years. All information is based on the available data as the document was created in 2010. It is assumed that

all recommendations will be evaluated annually by the Board of Directors and the Administration as Xavier moves forward to educate the students in its care.

This Strategic Plan addresses the recommendations of the 2009 NEASC Reaccreditation, the 2008 XBSS Mission Effectiveness Survey, and suggestions gathered from our constituents at the outset of this process. We acknowledge the participation and offer thanks to all the administration, faculty, staff, students, alumni, parents, grandparents, and friends of Xavier who made this document possible.

Mission StatementAs a Catholic college preparatory school sponsored by the Xaverian Brothers and the

Diocese of Norwich, Xavier High School fosters the spiritual, academic, and physical growth of its students and challenges them to use their God-given talents in service to others so that each Xavier graduate is fully prepared to respond to the Christian call of our school motto, “Be A Man.”

Vision StatementA Catholic community fostering excellence in scholarship, leadership and service

The following is a summary of the goals enumerated in each of the six key categories of the Strategic Plan. The complete report, including objectives and committee information, as approved by the Board of Directors in January 2011 is available for review at the Xavier website www.xavierhighschool.org under the Advancement & Alumni Tab.

Physical Plant/Growth and MaintenanceGoal 1 – Maintain and improve the existing physical plant to keep it a solid, safe and

secure facility for all activities required by the Xavier constituencies and reduce the operating costs for the buildings.

Goal 2 – Consider added facilities that enhance our educational opportunities and offer added benefits to the Xavier community.

FinanceGoal 1 – Reduce the mortgage by a minimum of $500,000 in the next 5 years with

ultimate goal to retire the mortgage obligation

Goal 2 – Increase endowment significantly with a target of one year’s operating budget and fund capital improvements

curriculuM/huMan resourcesGoal 1 – Assess the College Preparatory Curriculum to determine if it meets the needs of

our students

Goal 2 – Address the varied learning styles of our students

Goal 3 – Increase number of instructional hours

Goal 4 – Ensure consistency in Course Curriculum and use of level- appropriate materials

Goal 5 – Develop a technology literacy curriculum

Goal 6 – Recruit and retain quality faculty and staff

Xavier High School Five Year Strategic Plan(Summary Version)

LEGACY…something that is handed down or remains from a previous generation or time

Whether you are an alumnus, parent, grandparent, faculty/staff or friend, you have a tremendous stake in the

future of this great school. Xavier High School would not be what it is today without the commitment and support of the Xavier Community. Our future is determined by those who, year after year, provide the necessary support that helps us maintain our level of excellence academically, spiritually, physically, and technologically.

Xavier continues to excel in preparing our students for college, for life work, and above all, for life itself. In May, 200 seniors graduated and 99% went on to institutions of higher learning, most of them to four year undergraduate universities and colleges.

The positive impact of the total Xavier experience in developing the ideal graduate for college and beyond translates into….Legacy

There are many simple ways to leave a legacy. Besides a yearly donation to our Annual Fund, consider making a lasting contribution (Simple Will, Trusts, etc.) to Xavier and make your charitable work live on in the lives of Xavier students forever.

Call the Xavier Office of Advancement when you are ready. We will discuss ways to fulfill your wishes and personalize your plans.

Michael A. Tommasi ’67Director of Advancement

recruitMent/deMoGraPhics/retention/MarketinGGoal 1– Recruitment – Expand our recruitment network

Goal 2 – Demographics – Increase our knowledge of pertinent demographics

Goal 3 – Retention – Continue to improve our rate of student retention

Goal 4 – Marketing – Reinforce Xavier’s identity as a Catholic College Preparatory School

aluMni/advanceMent/endowMentGoal 1 – Alumni – Increase active participation and giving levels

Goal 2 – Advancement – Increase Annual Fund Drive (AFD) giving by 8% per year

Goal 3 – Endowment – Increase our unrestricted endowment to be equal to or better than the level of the Xavier High School operating budget by 2016

technoloGy/coMMunicationGoal 1 – Maintain and improve technology equipment (infrastructure) & software

Goal 2 – Improve student and faculty proficiency, access, and use of technology

Goal 3 – Enhance communication among all constituents

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Our first award is made posthumously to Thomas G. Aiello under the category of Xavier Faculty. in his 27 year career at Xavier, tom served both as teacher and administrator and influenced a multitude of students, parents and colleagues. A family man, tom was always involved with his wife and sons while enjoying his red Sox, outdoor activities, reading and puzzles. Accepting the award is tom’s wife helen.

Richard and Barbara Del Favero have been deeply involved with the Xavier Community for years. they have been strong advocates for Xavier and consistent benefactors. they funded the technology upgrade for one of our classrooms with their son Jeff, a member of the class of 1978. they have been regular members of the St. Francis Xavier Society, Xavier’s premier giving society. richard helped fund the eleanor Fontanella Scholarship at Xavier in honor of his aunt. Accepting the award on their behalf is their grandson, Jeffrey r. del Favero ii who graduated from Xavier in 2006. (the del Faveros were unable to attend and the acceptance photo is not available.)

The Xavier Community Salutes the 2011 St. Francis Xavier Award Recipients

THE 17TH HALL OF HONORS WAS CO-SPONSORED BY

(L-r): Joseph E. Navin, Jr., Brian Hetherington ’81, Ronald A. Raffele ’70, Rosemary Navin Dowd, Headmaster Brother Brian Davis, Bishop Michael

Cote, Helen Aiello, Brother Thomas Fahey, James Parmelee ’84, Matthew Strekel ’99 and Alex Strekel ’00. Richard and Barbara Del Favero were

unavailable for the photo.

The 2011 St. Francis Xavier Award Recipients were inducted into the Xavier High School Hall of Honors at a banquet held in their honor in St. Joseph Hall

on April 2, 2011. The Most Reverend Michael Cote, Bishop of the Diocese of Norwich offered welcoming remarks and later joined Headmaster Brother Brian Davis, C.F.X. in presenting the awards.

Xavier Alumnus Judge Joseph Marino ’73 was Master of Ceremonies and introduced the Inductees with these words:

This evening we are proud to present the 2011 St. Francis Xavier Award upon this select group of individuals who are inducted into the Xavier Hall of Honors. They are recognized for the outstanding degree to which they each reflect fidelity to the mission and spirit of the Xavier High School Community.

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After spending 28 years as the dean of Students at St. John’s high School in Shrewsbury, Massachusetts, Brother Thomas M. Fahey, became a part of the Xavier high School Community in 1998 at a time in his life when many would consider retirement as a career choice. he was named as Xavier’s first director of Admissions and continues in that position today. he has been known as “the voice” of Xavier on radio, television and at numerous events. Since pronouncing his initial vows with the Xaverian Brothers in 1956, Brother Fahey has experienced many duties that allow him in his words “to have the best job in the school” spending his days recruiting new falcons.

Brian J. Hetherington graduated from Xavier high School in 1981. Brian has been generous to Xavier with his time, talent and treasure. he is a member the Xavier Board of directors and has also served on the Alumni executive Board. he and his wife Jane are responsible for the technological upgrade of one of our classrooms and are the first Xavier high School sponsors in the Shepherds Program helping to pay the four-year tuition for a student at Xavier. in 2010 Brian was inducted into the Middletown Sports hall of Fame as a football star at Xavier high School and Princeton university.

Rosemary Navin Dowd & Joseph E. Navin, Jr. and Navin Bros Food Service, Inc. are tonight recognized as Xavier Friends. Joe is President and Chairman of the Board of navin Brothers but has on many occasions been found “behind the bar” serving thirsty visitors at Xavier events. his sister, rosemary navin dowd, has been actively involved in the business for over 30 years. She works regularly with Xavier’s event planners to assist in the necessary preparations called for in all events, large or small. their expertise in the food business, hands-on approach, and the wonderful staff at navin Brothers Food Service are a tremendous asset to Xavier high School.

James P. Parmelee today is a partner at union Square Advisors, llC in new york City, a strategic advisory firm focused on the information technology industry. in 1984, after 4 years on the Football team, on which he was co-captain in his senior year, and Baseball team, Jim graduated from Xavier and was presented with the loyalty and Service Award at graduation. he earned degrees from trinity College and Columbia Business School. While building his family with his wife holly, Jim became actively involved with Xavier again in 1999. he served as a member of the Board of directors and currently serves as Chair of the investment Committee.

Ronald Anthony Raffele graduated from Xavier high School in 1970. ron is a lifelong resident of Portland, Ct where he lives with his wife diane and is involved in several local activities. ron has been a volunteer who gives back to Xavier in many capacities: class reunions, a Class representative, and presently an active member of the Xavier Alumni executive Committee. ron is co-owner and vice-President of Cromwell Printing Company. For over 20 years, ron and Cromwell Printing have helped Xavier with their

printing needs, including the programs you are reading tonight. his love of golf and Xavier helps explain why ron is regularly found in a foursome of Xavier’s 1970 graduates in the Annual Alumni golf tournament.

Our final is made posthumously to Rosemary Tomczak Strekel who became involved in Xavier high School through her sons, Matthew, class of 1999, and Alexander, class of 2000. rosemary served as treasurer of the Xavier home and School Association and chaired several fundraisers sponsored by the Association. She gave generously every year to Xavier and was one of the founding members of the St. Francis Xavier Society. With a strong educational foundation rosemary built an impressive resume in the world of finance and was recognized as a leader in a field that was dominated by men. rosemary loved her home and gardens at her property in lyme, Ct where she lived for over 30 years. She retired from Phoenix in 2004, and volunteered her time, talent, and treasure during the last years of her life. rosemary was a tireless servant of Christ until her passing April 24, 2010. Accepting the award are her sons, Matthew ’99 and Alex ’00.

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eagle Scout Andrew Avalone ’11 received the 2010 good Scout youth leadership recognition Award. the good Scout Award is presented by the Mattabesett trail district of the Connecticut rivers Council, Boy Scouts of America to individuals, businesses, organizations and Scouts that have made significant contributions to the quality of life in the communities they serve. he also received the essential Piece Award from the daughters of the American revolution.

Jonathan Beaulieu ’11 earned his eagle Scout Badge from Portland, Ct troop 49 in december. For his eagle Scout project, Jonathan raised over $3,000 to restore the broken-down baseball batting cage at rose hill Park and build a second new one for the rapidly growing little league

program in Portland, Ct. he also built four practice pitching mounds/plates, including one for the Portland girl’s softball program. As an eagle Scout and 2011 Xavier graduate, Jonathan looks forward to mentoring others toward developing their leadership skills and applying them to their own passions.

Colin D’Amelio ’11 had his eagle Scout Court of honor in december, at St. Bridget of kildare Church in Moodus, Ct. Colin has earned 23 merit badges in scouting and received congratulatory letters from many dignitaries and celebrities. his project involved constructing outdoor Stations of the Cross for St. Bridget’s. When asked why he wanted to take on such

But they that wait upon the LORD shall

renew their strength; they shall mount

up with wings as eagles; they shall run,

and not be weary; and they shall walk,

and not faint. Isaiah 40:31

Xavier men fly like Eagles

a project, Colin said that he “wanted to give something back to his Church and have a place that people could visit and pray at for a long time to come.” the project included trimming of shrubs, cleaning of the existing shrine area and walkway, excavating post holes, placement of marble chips, planting of boxwood plants, building station boxes, wiring of outdoor lights and placement of station statues and numbers.

Niall Lacy ’11 was officially accepted following his eagle Scout Board of review in May. niall is a member of troop 22 in east haddam. niall is pictured with his Scoutmaster, Mike Mcdowell following his acceptance at a Board of review.

Kyle Owens ’12 received his eagle Scout designation through troop 614, St. rita’s in hamden. his eagle project involved cleaning out the overgrown lot to the right of the hamden/north haven yMCA

building and transforming this lot into a recreation area. the recreation area includes a playscape that can be used by the children of the yMCA and features a see saw, a balance beam, a monkey bar, and other items that are commonly found on a neighborhood playscape. kyle worked on the Facilities director of the yMCA, the other scouts in his troop, and others who volunteered to help on this project.

Tom Rinaldo ’11 has become an eagle Scout with troop 57, east hampton.

Sophomores CJ Spellman (left) and Nick Zoccoli (right) received the Pope Pius Xii emblem Award in May 15th at St. Josephs Cathedral in hartford. CJ is from troop 121 in rocky hill and nick is from troop 44 in Berlin. Pope Pius Xii is Catholic Scouting’s church-related ministries and vocation program. the program deals with different life choices (single, married, religious, ordained), occupations and ministries in the church as calls from god. it includes youth led discussions on current issues facing the church and society, which are normally included as part of a Pius Xii retreat or day of recollection.

Sam Izzarelli ’12 became the 99th eagle Scout from troop 28 in hebron. Sam’s eagle Scout Project began in March of 2010 and consisted of the development of a recreational area at the site of hebron’s Old town Pound. Over 322 hours were volunteered by scouts, leaders, parents and supporters to complete the project which was conducted under the direction of the hebron historical Society. the project included improving the roadway into the site, creating multiple parking spaces, removal of an unused garage, the construction and placement of five picnic tables as well as signs marking the historical landmark. A second part of the project entailed refurbishing and improving the Chestnut hill nature trail, clearing trails and building small bridge walkways over two small streams and mapping out the major trails and constructing a sign at the trailhead.

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An Alumnus Writes About a Former Teacher Connecting then and now…Let us journey back in time about 20 years.

Our vehicle is the 1990 Xavier High School Yearbook, The Don. Our cast of characters freshman J. Patrick Coolican and faculty members Richard Magner and Patrick Moynihan. The reason for the journey, a recent email correspondence between Patrick Coolican ’93, now a reporter with the Las Vegas Sun, and Director of Guidance Mr. Magner ’69; the subject: former English teacher Mr. Moynihan.

Hey Mr. Magner,Not sure if you remember me, Coolican clan, Class of ’93. A

former English department colleague of yours is doing good work in Haiti, and I wrote about it. Thought you might like to see it and pass it around to Xavier folks.

JPC

In his reply, Mr Magner said “I read your article about Patrick and I think you have captured the man. He had boundless energy and he has put that plus his plan to help people into use. It is quite a tribute to him. Thank you very much for remembering me and sending the article.”

Whether you knew Mr. Moynihan when he taught here or not, this article is one that you should enjoy. In his opening paragraphs, JPC writes…

“A recurrent theme of Mr. Moynihan’s freshman English class was destiny and how we discover our place in it. The petulant heroes, Achilles and Hamlet, avoided their fates. Oedipus believed he could overcome his own.

So perhaps it was fitting that Patrick Moynihan took years to discover his own destiny and also appropriate that once he found it, he would become so fully himself.

When he left Xavier High School in Middletown, Conn., in 1990, I was disappointed, even bitterly so. I hoped he would be my teacher at least once more. But — depending on your theology — God or the fates or something buried deep in his own psyche demanded something else of him, and the world is probably better for it.”

Here is a link to the full article on the Las Vegas Sun website. http://www.lasvegassun.com/news/2011/jan/12/teacher-past-future-haiti/ n

Patrick Coolican

To: My Fellow AlumniSubject: Alumni Engagement and Involvement

“Alumni Helping Future Alumni;” we introduced this phrase in the last edition of Xavier Today. It captures our mission as Xavier alums in a short, meaningful statement. The Alumni Association Executive Committee and other alums are working to help bring life to this phrase. We continue to ask for your help, for you to be active contributors to Xavier and be involved in Xavier to support our “future alumni.” Consider a few easy ways to stay connected and make a positive difference:

CLASS CONTACTS: Class Contacts need to be our communication points to each class. Several alums have already volunteered. With over 8,000 graduates, we need key people from each class to keep us in contact with our alumni. You can do this no matter where you live.

MONETARy CONTRIBuTIONS: Xavier’s tuition is over $10,000 per student. In these difficult economic times, it is more important than ever that we demonstrate our commitment to Xavier’s Annual Fund Drive (AFD). All contributions, whether at the St. Francis Xavier level or smaller amounts are appreciated.

EVENT SPONSORShIPS: Sponsoring an alumni event or a portion of an event is great way to make a positive difference for Xavier. Events such as our Golf Classic need sponsorships to be successful. We have many other sponsorship opportunities available. All sponsorships, large and small, help us.

ALuMNI ENGAGEMENT WITh STuDENTS: We are exploring ways to increase alumni interactions with our students. For example alumni will: participate in a segment of XLI; sponsor the Freshman, Sophomore and Junior Class Nights; be involved in Junior Career Night, Xavier Open House and other school events.

As alumni, we share a unique bond — we have lived the Xavier experience. Now it is our responsibility to help our “future alumni” live that experience. I urge you to be involved by being a Class Contact, making a donation to the AFD, sponsoring an event and/or being a Xavier alumni volunteer. Please see the information we have on the Xavier web site, contact the Advancement Office or send me a note at Alumni@xavierhighschool.org. The more we, as alumni, are involved and contributing to Xavier, the more we breathe life into our credo, “Alumni Helping Future Alumni.” Thank you for your support. I look forward to hearing from you and seeing you at Xavier.

Sincerely,

Phil Franklin, Class of 1973President, Xavier Alumni Association

“Alumni Helping Future Alumni”

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email your news to your Class Contact as listed or to webmaster@xavierhighschool.org. visit our Class Contact page on the website under Alumni events if you would like to be a Class Contact for your graduating class.

1960s Class of 1967: Michael Tommasi,

mtommasi@xavierhighschool.org

or Francis (Fran) Pawlowski polpower@yahoo.com

Mark Hubbard ’67 just had his first submission to Fox Business news published online at foxbusiness.com May 31st. the article is titled “learning at Ohio State.” As noted in the Fox writer’s bio, Mark “is an independent consultant providing services exclusively to senior management, primarily in media, manufacturing and start-up ventures. his areas of expertise include: market and industry analysis, business valuation, negotiating transactions, financing and restructuring, enterprise modeling, sales development and training, and executive coaching.”

1970sClass of 1970: Gary Giannelli

giannelli1@cox.net

More Alumni News…Class of 1973: Phil Franklin

pefranklin@snet.net

Class of 1974: Carey Hewitt hewitt099@comcast.net

Colonel Paul Bonnier ’75 writes, “i read the december 2010 Xavier Today and am very impressed with the quality. i retired in 2009 after 30 years of Air Force Service. i live in Fair Oaks, CA with my wife of 27 years, two sons Jason 26 and tyler 23 and am still a golfer, skier and bicycle rider. Since receiving my B.A. from St. Michael’s College in 1979 i have been a…

• Scheduler, Operations Plans, F-4d torrejon AB, Spain

• Chief of Strategic Airlift, hQ 4th Air Force, C-141 Airdrop instructor, March and McClellan AFB, CA

• Operations group Commander, 940th Air refueling Wing kC-135 instructor, Beale AFB, CA

• team Chief, Senior Mentor to the Chief of Staff, Afghanistan Air Corps, kabul, Afghanistan

• Special Assistant to the Commander, travis AFB, CAMore recently, i volunteer for

the California Capital Air show. i also am the President of the Air Force Association Chapter 116 in Sacramento, a charitable organization helping local serviceman in need,

advocating aviation education and providing scholarships to deserving students. i did not know that retirement would be so busy.”

William E. Wrang III ’75 (see photo below).

Fred Konopka ’78 tells us “in September 2008, i married the former Monika Walczak and in november 2009 we were blessed with twins, isabella and Joseph.” Fred is living in Canton, MA and is a portfolio manager fro Mdt Advisers.

1980sClass of 1980: Thomas J. Byrne

tom@ctrentalcenter.com

Michael Rousseau ’83, is an engineer at the naval undersea Warfare Center, division newport and was recognized by the national Society of Professional engineers as nuWCdivnPt’s 2011 Federal engineer of the year (one of 24 Agency Award Winners from across the Federal government). Mike lives in Portsmouth, ri with his wife Susan and sons tim and Chris.

Peter Derita ’85 stopped by nikita’s in Middletown for an alumni gathering in May. he told us that in addition to being really busy with work, “i am preparing to go to haiti on a mission trip to build orphanages for kids the following week.”

Class of 1986: Edward (Ted) Wiegand teddy.wiegand@gmail.com

or Dan Pickett danielrpickett@hotmail.com

Class of 1987: Paul Costello costelp1028@yahoo.com

or Kevin Moravek Kevin.Moravek@lfg.com

1990sDes Kensel ’91 is a drummer with the hard rock band “high on Fire” and was on tour in Japan and new Zealand when both countries were shaken by deadly earthquakes. des lives with his family in California.

Jonathan K O’Brien ’91 – While getting involved with Xavier’s Online Community, John told us “i currently live in texas (dallas/Ft. Worth area), i have a 7 year old son (kiernan O’Brien) and i’m currently engaged to be married (Carrie Ortengren). i work as a lead recruiter for a company called Peyton resource group, an it staffing company based in irving, tX and i’ve been employed with them for the past 6 years.”

Class of 1992: Joseph Geremia jgeremia@sbcglobal.net

Our congratulations to Angelo Sosa ’93 on a great run in his two appearances on Bravo tv’s Top Chef series. Over those many weeks, he represented himself as a “class act.” We wish him the best in his future endeavors and hope you’ll stop by to sample his food if you are in nyC. you can read more about Angelo and what he is doing at his website, http://angelososa.com .

Class of 1995: Joseph Lane josephlane@xavierhighschool.org

Dr Christopher C. Nocera ’95 received a graduate degree (Magister Scientiæ) in Psychology from harvard university’s department of Psychology in May. Christopher, who came to harvard in the Fall of 2008 after having spent 4 years studying psychology at yale university, conducted research in the area of nonconscious social cognition (how decisions are largely dictated by information and cues outside of our awareness). in addition to Christopher’s graduate work and contribution in Psychology, in 2003 Christopher also completed graduate work in pharmacology. Christopher’s move to the field of psychology came about while working as a Managing Clinical doctor of Pharmacy at yale new haven hospital. Christopher, who will remain in Cambridge after graduating, is pursuing a career as a founding member and director of innovation and research for a social networking start-up, tiptap.com.

Class of 1997: Christopher Mashia chrismashia@hotmail.com

Sundance institute announced earlier this year that Another Earth, directed and written by Mike Cahill ’97 (above) and co-writer Brit Marling, is the recipient of the 2011 Alfred P. Sloan Feature Film Prize at this year’s Sundance Film Festival. now in its ninth

William E. Wrang III ’75 received the Middlesex united Way Community Service Award at the organization’s annual meeting in January at the riverhouse at goodspeed Station. Wrang was introduced by his longtime friend larry Mchugh, President of the Middlesex Chamber of Commerce and Xavier’s first football coach. in his introduction, Mchugh recalled Wrang as a student and commended him as he excelled and advanced in leadership. Wrang has volunteered for united Way since 1997 and served in many capacities including united Way Campaign Chair in 2004 and board president from 2007-09. the Community Service Award is the highest and most prestigious honor for a united Way volunteer recognizing length and continuity of service. n

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Have you moved, changed jobs, married, earned a degree, had a baby and not let us know? Well, we’d like to hear from you. Please take a minute to fill out the form below so that we may update our records and let your fellow alumni know how (and where) you are.

Mail to: John Guerin, Xavier High School, 181 Randolph Rd., Middletown, CT. 06457. Email: advancement@xavierhighschool.org. Or call: (860) 347-6079

year, the Prize carries a $20,000 cash award by the Alfred P. Sloan Foundation, and is presented to an outstanding feature film focusing on science or technology as a theme, or depicting a scientist, engineer or mathematician as a major character.

in his auspicious debut, director Mike Cahill offers a taut, superbly conceived science fiction romance that marks the emergence of the multitalented actor/screenwriter Brit Marling. Marrying char-acter with high concept, Another Earth lures audiences to go where no one has gone before.

Dave Lynch ’97 wrote in, “hey Chris, it’s good to hear from you! thanks for stepping up and becoming the class contact. last month my wife Molly and i just welcomed our second daughter, rylie, who joins her 2-year old sister Paige. We’re living in northern vA where i work as a systems engineer and program manager for Sierra nevada Corporation. Any word on a 15-year reunion..?”

Editor’s note to Dave and everyone: the Office of Advancement and the Alumni executive Committee will be happy to work with you on a 15 year (or any) reunion. the Annual Clambake has become a nice venue for reunions - as the class of ’86 is proving this year on their 25th. We’ll be happy to discuss ideas and help publicize your plans when they are made.

2000sClass of 2000: Joe Branciforte

jbrance5@hotmail.com

Richard A. Bergan ’01, of Middletown, is to wed Maria loPreiato of norwalk

After graduating from Xavier, richard earned a degree in international relations from Connecticut College in new london. he is the business development manager at Bergan Architectural Woodworking in Middletown. A September 2011 wedding is planned.

Christopher Haywood ’01 graduated from CCSu in 2006 with a BA in Sociology, with a minor in Psychology and was in the Sociology honor Society. he worked for 4 years at the klingberg Family Center’s raymond hill School in new Britain, and is now employed by the State of Ct at the Ct Juvenile training School in Middletown, which is a corrections facility & school for 16/17 year old boys who are preparing for transitioning back into general society. Chris is hoping to obtain a Master’s degree in Social Work or related field with a long term goal to open his own counseling practice.

Class of 2002: Ryan McKinney RMcKinney@studley.com

Class of 2005: Brent Jacobs conn04@msn.com

Andrew J. D’Amelio ’06 (above) graduated from drexel university with a BS in Film and video June 2010 and was commissioned as a Second lieutenant, u.S. Army. he trained as an MP at Fort leonard Wood, Missouri and was scheduled to report to germany. the photo is of Andrew from his commissioning ceremony.

2nd Lieutenant Michael DiBella ’06 (above) was surprised with a sendoff celebration wishing him success and safety during his military assignment in kuwait. Mike recently completed a three month, “Adjutant general Basic Officer leaders Course” in Fort Jackson, South Carolina. he graduated 3rd in his class with a 97.23% gPA; earned the Army Physical Fitness Badge; was the recipient of the Coin of excellence and Commandant’s Certificate and placed on the Commandant’s list. Mike is being deployed in June to kuwait for 12–18 months.

Class of 2007: Matt Fahey mfahey@harding.edu

Tyler Fitzner ’08 was studying in Japan when the country was rocked by the recent devastating earthquake and ensuing tsunami. the disaster caused immediate changes in his educational plans, but tyler has expressed a much greater concern for the effect that it has had on the people of Japan.

Adam Tomasiello ’09 (see box above).

Brian S. Freeland ’10, of east Berlin was named as a Presidential Scholar at Clarkson university for the fall 2010 semester. Presidential Scholars must achieve a minimum 3.80 grade-point-average and carry at least 14 credit hours. Clarkson is a nationally recognized research university for undergraduates. Brian is majoring in Civil engineering.

Michael Lacy ’10, of Moodus made the honors program at CCSu for next year and was also elected chairman of the communications committee.

Adam Tomasiello ’09 told us, “i have followed the Picture of the Week portion of the website for a little while now and think it is an awesome idea and wanted to submit a picture of my own. this picture was taken easter Sunday, April 24, 2011. it is of me standing with the statue of golfer/architect donald ross and founder James W. ross at famous Pinehurst #2 golf Course in Pinehurst, north Carolina. i was leading a trip of 13 members of the duke university (’13) Club golf team for our annual team trip since i am the vice-President. i am sporting my Xavier high School golf uniform and hat, because i wanted ’Xavier’ to visit the renowned “home of American golf.” thanks!!” Adams picture did make the Picture of the Week on our webpage on May 5th. n

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Sarah (Hayes) Adams, 92, of Deep River, died on January 16, 2011 at Middlesex Hospice in Middletown. Sarah was the grandmother of Karl Becker ’94 and Charles Becker ’97. She was the mother of Elizabeth Adams Becker (Mercy High ’67).

Patricia Ann (Martin) Bartolotta, 77, of Cromwell, passed away on May 21, 2011 at Middlesex Hospital. She was the mother of James A. Bartolotta ’78.

Barbara “Betty” W. Braun, 87, of Blauvelt , NY died April 15, 2011. She was the grandmother of Joseph Braun ’14, Phillip Braun ’06, and Samuel Braun ’09.

Antoinette Campbell, 82, of Middletown, died on May 9, 2011 at the Middlesex Hospital. She was the mother of John P. Campbell ’77 and Thomas A. Campbell ’79.

Peter F. Dalton, 68, of Madison, CT, passed away on May 24, 2011 from his home on Sanibel Island, Florida after a long illness. Peter was pre-deceased by his son Peter F. Dalton, Jr. in 1985. The Peter Dalton Memorial Scholarship is endowed by the parents of Peter, Jr. who was a member of the Xavier class of 1987. It is awarded to a senior who best exemplifies the characteristics that we all hope to find in a Xavier Man. Mr. Dalton’s generosity to Xavier in memory of Peter, Jr. will always be appreciated and remembered.

Rose (Conti) Daniels, 86, of Portland passed away January 6, 2011 at Portland Care and Rehab surrounded by her family. She was the mother of Barry P Daniels ’70 and grandmother of John Daniels ’07.

Jes M. Egan ’92, of Middletown, entered into eternal life on March 29, 2011 at the age of 36. After graduating from Xavier, Jes attended Northeastern University. He was a long time employee of Lorensen Auto Group and most recently the manager of the parts department at Acura of Avon. The family would like to thank the staff of the Helen and Harry

Gray Cancer Center, with special thanks to Dr. Alexandra Flowers and her staff. Jes battled an inoperable brain tumor (diagnosed in September) and the cost personally and on his family prompted friends, including a group from the class of ’92, to hold a fundraiser in January at Xavier on

his behalf. See story on page 26.

Memorial donations may be sent to the Jes Egan Memorial Scholarship Fund, Xavier High School Office of Advancement, 181 Randolph Rd., Middletown, CT 06457.

Thomas W. Flood Jr., 67, of Portland, passed away Jan. 23, 2011, at Gaylord Hospital in Wallingford. He was the father of Thomas W. Flood III ’82 and brother of Timothy ’67, Patrick ’69, William ’75, and Joseph ’78. He was predeceased by his brothers, John ’69 and Michael ’70.

Alice (Scully) Guerin, 86, of Trinity Florida passed away January 23, 2011 at the Trinity Rehab Center. She was the mother of Director of Communications John Guerin and grandmother of Carl Guerin ’91 and Kenneth Guerin ’93.

Barbara (Keebler) Linn, 89, passed away April 16, 2011 in Pittsburgh, Pa from complications after heart surgery. She was the grandmother of Daniel Stouffer ’14.

Kenneth William Kells, 67, of Ivoryton passed away on October 23, 2010. He was father of Kevin Franssen ’94.

John C. Marrinan, 72, of Far Hills, NJ died on April 28, 2010. He was the grandfather of Theodore D. Marrinan ’13.

Michael E. Marseglia, 82, of Portland and East Beach, R.I., died suddenly January 11, 2011. He was the father of Michael Marseglia ’69, Matthew Marseglia ’86, and the late Timothy Marseglia ’71. He was also the grandfather of Timothy Butterworth ’05.

John Francis McGrath Jr., 98, died on January 5, 2011. He was the father of English and Performing Arts teacher Mr. John C. McGrath and grandfather of Joseph M. McGrath ’05, John D. (Dan) McGrath ’09, and Thomas C. McGrath ’11.

Marion Melillo, of North Haven, passed away on May 4, 2011. She was the grandmother of Jordan Greenhalgh ’13.

John Joseph Mysliwiec, 51, passed away unexpectedly on December 31, 2010. He was the father of Christian ’03, Miles ’05, and Simon 10.

Robert Slattery, 75, of Madison died peacefully at home after a long and courageous battle with melanoma on

May 10, 2011. He is the father of Robert Slattery ’88, Patrick Slattery ’91 and Kevin Slattery ’93. Bob and his wife Alberta Simon Slattery have been long time members of the St. Francis Xavier Society and active supporters of Xavier High School. Mrs. Slattery is a past member of Xavier’s Board of Directors and a recipient of the St. Francis Xavier Award in 2003 when she was inducted into Xavier’s Hall of Honors. Nearest and dearest to Bob’s heart was his involvement with Shepherds, Inc, a nondenominational non-profit organization that opens the door of opportunity to disadvantaged inner city CT youth. He and Mrs. Slattery introduced Shepherds to Xavier a few years ago and it is now an ongoing program at our school. As a mentor and sponsor for Shepherds, Bob was able to provide a positive role model and support to several disadvantaged young men before his work with Shepherds was cut short by his illness. His family is confident that Bob would appreciate any contributions made in his memory be directed to Shepherds, Inc., 387 Clinton Ave., Bridgeport, CT 06605.

Irving C. Snow, 87, of Killingworth died December 28, 2010 at Middlesex Heath Care Center. He was the grandfather of Scott Barney ’91, James Paro’97 and Philip Paro ’00.

Those who wish may make memorial contributions Xavier High School, 181 Randolph Rd. Middletown, CT 06457.

Eugene Erwin Stickney, 66, father of David Stickney ’87, died Jan. 20, 2010 after a brief illness.

Alberta (Shackett) Tuohy, 89, of Cromwell died January 2, 2011 at Middlesex Hospital. She was the grandmother of William Heiney ’06 and David Heiney ’06. Memorial contributions may be made to Xavier High School Scholarship Fund, 181 Randolph Rd. Middletown, CT 06457.

Thomas Gregory Whalen, 83 of Wethersfield, passed away peacefully on October 27, 2010 at Avery Heights. He was the grandfather of Jonathan Whalen ’07 and Benjamin Whalen ’10.

Robert A. Wilcox, 58, of Marlborough, passed away on May 23, 2011 after a year and a half battle with cancer. He was the father of Justin Wilcox ’06 and Brian Wilcox ’14.

Jes Egan ’92 Yearbook Photo

SFXXaverian Founders’ ColleaguesMr. and Mrs. George V. Keithan, Jr. ’81

Xavierian Leadership ColleaguesMr. and Mrs. Richard R. Del FaveroThe Ray and Pauline Sullivan Foundation

Ryken Heritage CouncilThe Catholic Foundation of the Diocese of NorwichMr. and Mrs. Brian J. Hetherington ’81

Headmaster’s CouncilMr. and Mrs. Peter F. DaltonMr. Jeffrey R. Del Favero ’78Brother J. Robert Houlihan C.F.X.Mr. and Mrs. Thomas C. Hutton ’83Mr. and Mrs. John S. Ott

Principal’s CircleChief Ed Brymer (Ret.) and Attorney Geraldine A. RobertsMr. and Mrs. Carl G. Bulgini III ’84Mr. and Mrs. Thomas J. Byrne ’80Mr. and Mrs. Damian CarrollMr. and Mrs. Carl Carta ’70Chestelm Health & Rehabilitation Center

Mr. and Mrs. Richard E. ChiozziMr. and Mrs. James CunninghamDeRita & Sons Construction Company, Inc.Mr. and Mrs. Edwin DesRosiersAnonymousMr. and Mrs. Douglas J. FarringtonDr. Robert A. Frank ’79Mr. and Mrs. Jack W. Gastler ’74Mayor and Mrs. Sebastian N. Giuliano ’70Mr. Robert D. Guere ’81Mr. and Mrs. Robert G. KilpatrickMr. and Mrs. Marc Levin ’80AnonymousMr. and Mrs. William McKenzie, Jr.Mr. and Mrs. Neil G. Mitchill, Jr. ’93Dr. Stan Opalacz ’72 and Dr. Kayoko KondoMr. and Mrs. Thomas M. Patton ’82Mr. and Mrs. Everett J. Rutan III ’70Mr. and Mrs. David SchilkeMr. and Mrs. Ronald SerranoMr. and Mrs. John R. TaillieMr. Richard C. Turek ’70Xavier Alumni AssociationMr. and Mrs. Thomas J. Yandow

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Falcon CircleMr. Carl J. Appellof ’69Mr. Geoffrey P. Astle ’02Dr. Gregory Bonaiuto ’84Mr. and Mrs. Gene L. BrownMr. and Mrs. George R. Brown, Jr.Dr. and Mrs. Gerald BurkeMr. and Mrs. Peter CharpentierMr. and Mrs. John T. Coates ’69Mr. John P. Custy ’70Mr. Todd R. Darling ’85Mr. Jeffrey A. Dooley ’81AnonymousMr. and Mrs. Richard FeitelDr. Miklos Fogarasi and Dr. Ildiko TothMr. and Mrs. Keith GarabedianMr. and Mrs. William H. GarrityMr. and Mrs. Peter GilliesMr. and Mrs. John GuerinLieutenant Colonel John W. Hannen,

Jr. ’74Mr. William J. Hannigan ’77Mr. Brian Judge ’91Mr. and Mrs. George C. KalberMr. Jeremiah Keefe ’86Mr. and Mrs. William Kiley ’82Mr. Ken Landy and Ms. Teresa OpalaczMr. Peter J. Langevin

Attorney and Mrs. Dennis R. LaVetteAttorney and Mrs. Peter W. LaVigne ’71Mr. and Mrs. David LohrMr. John F. Lomartra ’73Dr. William A. Longo ’69Mr. Timothy Loughlin ’84Mr. and Mrs. Nicholas G. MacolAttorney Joseph S. Magnano ’71Mr. and Mrs. Thomas M. MaharMr. and Mrs. Sean R. Marinan ’80Attorney and Mrs. Joseph D. Marino ’73Mr. and Mrs. Lawrence McHughMr. Michael J. Monea ’75NexGen SolutionsOnSite Video ProductionsMr. James P. Parmelee ’84Mr. and Mrs. William PetersonMr. and Mrs. John Rajpolt ’81Mr. and Mrs. Michael D. RicciutiAnonymousMr. Mark Rowley ’86Dr. Perry Sangalli, PresidentMr. and Mrs. Kenneth F. Sarpu ’79Dr. John ShineMr. and Mrs. David Sizemore ’86Mrs. Alberta SlatteryMr. and Mrs. Joseph Smith, Jr.Mr. and Mrs. Christopher Smith ’76

Mr. Alexander F. Strekel ’00Timothy Maloney AssociatesMr. and Mrs. Guy J. Tommasi, Jr. ’75Mr. and Mrs. Michael A. Tommasi ’67Mr. James Truscinski ’88Mr. and Mrs. William VoelkerMr. and Mrs. Richard WillsMr. David J. Winicki ’84Mr. William E. Wrang III ’75Mr. and Mrs. Joseph F. Wrinn ’71

Matching Gift CompaniesAetnaBank of AmericaBristol-Myers SquibbThe Capital Group Companies

Charitable FoundationMoody’s CorporationNovartis US FoundationRaytheon CompanyUnited Technologies

2010–2011 Saint Francis Xavier Society MembersAs of june 1, 2011

Gifts of $1,000 or more paid during the fiscal year (July 1 – June 30) automatically qualify the donor for membership. The list of members will be published on our website and in our Annual report, usually published in October. Donors may request to be anonymous.

Thank you one and all for your generous support.

SFX Society Blesses Xavier

Xavier also presented a special award to the twenty-three alumni fathers of the graduating seniors who are themselves Xavier graduates. Brother Brian presented the younger of the two graduates with a ribbon on which hangs a medal of the Xavier seal. Engraved on the back of the medal are the names of both father and son as well as their years of graduation.

2011 Xavier Legacy – Sons of Alumni

Jonathan K. Annelli Stephen J. Annelli ’69

Michael A. Bacon James W. Bacon ’81

Taylor A. Bonin Barry K. Bonin ’79

Michael J. Boornazian Joseph J. Micale ’76

Andrew E. Bourne Robert J. Bourne ’76

Nicolas E. Chapman David D. Chapman ’75

Christopher M. Danko Mark A. Danko ’78

Matthew L. DiDato Gary M. DiDato ’82

John M. DiMauro John A. DiMauro ’82

Joseph P. Gayeski Walter E. Gayeski ’75

Francis L. Giannelli Gary A. Giannelli ’70

Justin T. Gilbert Francis J. Gilbert ’74

George V. Keithan III George V. Keithan, Jr. ’81

Matthew J. Kycia John M. Kycia ’79

Eric R. Mischke Kevin R. Mischke ’74

Alex J. Rarey Kevin S. Rarey ’77

Kevin W. Sarpu Kenneth F. Sarpu ’79

Tyler G. Schultz Garrett A. Schultz ’67

Tyler Sena Richard J. Sena ’82

Roland E. Stanley, Jr. Roland E. Stanley ’86

Nathan J. Tobias David M. Tobias ’82

John Michael Tommasi Michael A. Tommasi ’67

William E. Wrang IV William E. Wrang III ’75

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