MackMcDONELL AREA CATHOLIC SCHOOLS MAGAZINEMessenger FOR ALUMNI, FAMILIES, AND FRIENDS WI/SP 2020

Kaleigh Ripley as Sarah Brown INSIDE Guys and Dolls, a fan favorite, back on the McDonell stage Meet the Class of 2020 Annual Report 2018-19

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JOIN YOUR CLASSMATES - STAY CONNECTED Search for McDonell Central High School Alumni Table of Contents and McDonell Area Catholic Schools on Facebook #TheMackWay @McDonell_HS 1 President Message 10-12 Class of 2020 Text MCDONELL to 22828 to stay connected! 2 Staff Appreciation 13 Senior Thank You Watch live stream coverage of events at Renovations at McDonell Financials McDonellAreaCatholicSchools.org/about/livestream.cfm 3 14 4 Mack Bits 15 Student Achievement Support your Alma Mater from anywhere in the United States! Try Benefit Mobile App – It’s as easy as using a debt or credit card www.benefit- 5 Excellence in Education 16 Advancement News mobile.com. When you pay using Benefit on your iPhone or Android device, the participating retailers contribute up to 20% of your transaction to 6-7 Athletics 17-19 Annual Report 2018-19 McDonell Area Catholic Schools. Check it out! 8 Musical Guys and Dolls 20-21 Class Notes

The Mack Messenger is published Very Rev. Justin Kizewski, Dean 9 Education Commission twice a year by the McDonell Area Molly Meinen Bushman ‘98, Catholic Schools (MACS). President Comments should be directed to: Jaynee Armstrong Brannen ‘03, Share your photos and information with us! Advancement Office Director of Advancement 1316 Bel Air Boulevard Cathy Greenseth ‘14H, Chippewa Falls, WI 54729 Director of Communications [email protected] E: [email protected] Graphic Designer | Photographer McDonell Area Catholic Schools believe that all the information within this publication is true and accurate to the best of our knowledge. Please contact us for any inaccuracies.

Chippewa Falls Deanery Chippewa Falls Parishes Supporting Parishes Holy Cross, Cornell St. Charles Borromeo Rev. Eric Linzmaier, Deacon Dennis Rivers Msgr. Michael Gorman Associate Pastor Rev. Ethan Hokamp The Church of the Sacred Heart of Jesus, Jim Falls St. Anthony, Drywood Rev. Eric Linzmaier St. Paul, Bloomer Rev. Victor Feltes, Deacon Dick Kostner St. Bridget, Springfield The Church of Holy Ghost Very Rev. Justin Kizewski Very Rev. Justin Kizewski, Dean St. John the Baptist, Cooks Valley Rev. Victor Feltes The Church of Notre Dame St. Peter the Apostle, Tilden Rev. Jesse Burish Msgr. Michael Gorman, Deacon Dan Rider Associate Pastor Rev. Ethan Hokamp Thank you to the area priests and parishioners for All Saints Catholic Parish, Boyd, Cadott, Stanley your support of Catholic education. Rev. William Felix ‘73, Deacon Ned Willkom In Gratitude from President Molly Bushman ’98 Many Amazing Memories this School Year What a year. The 2019-20 school year will go down as the t
Introducing our breakfast program at elementary year of the coronavirus and I will schools always reflect proudly on the MACS’ t
Supporting and growing MACS campus ministry with community’s response. Our parents, a new Faith Booster Club teachers, students, leadership team, t
Student leaders joining forces with the YMCA to and stakeholders responded to this Support Our Troops overseas crisis with grace and grit. Thank you t
Hosting a Red Cross blood drive with staff and to each and every one of them. student volunteers What a year! Regardless of t
Student athletes competing with great sportsmanship COVID-19, we made a lot of amazing and competitive success, while opening our newly memories! Here are just a few of renovated Steve & Deb Roesler Gymnasium the many highlights from the year t
Making memories and growing in community at showcasing our mission-driven various fundraising gatherings culture, from Pre-K to Senior Year: t
Building ties with alumni through athletic anniversary Molly Meinen Bushman ‘98 celebrations and fun events t
Opening the year with Chaplain t
Completion of Masters of Education degrees by Fr. Hokamp blessing our new altar and crucifix in the three of our teachers auditorium t
Creating virtual platforms to help support our students t
Field trips exploring conservation, agriculture, academically, physically, emotionally, and spiritually and fire safety t
Visiting our friends at the Rutledge Home and I pray that all of us will take time to rest and reflect this Chippewa Manor summer, even as we cautiously return to some of our normal t
Welcoming our grandparents to Mass and classrooms. activities. Rest assured that the MACS administration and t
Kicking off Catholic Schools Week with Chippewa Falls Pandemic Committee are working diligently to prepare Mayor Greg Hoffman honoring MACS for a safe and successful return to school in the fall. We are t
Live streaming concerts, contests, and programs also excited to complete some major facilities projects this online for our MACS community summer - watch on our MACS website and social media t
Celebrating Catholic Schools Week Rally Day and Mass platforms for more on that as the summer progresses! with Bishop Callahan It is my privilege to serve as the MACS President and I look t
NDMS students representing MACS admirably at the forward to many more years to come, God-willing. I am so Brains & Brawn tournament blessed by an amazing leadership team, staff, volunteers and, t
Students showcasing their talents in our musical of course, our students! Please pray for me. Have a wonderful production of Guys and Dolls summer and may God grant you every blessing!

Masters Presentations On April 15, 2020 MACS Teachers Brianna Krause Rider
h Brittany Canfield and Jill Ritchie presented their capstone presentation for their master’s in education to St. Mary’s University and peers through a virtual meeting using Zoom. Thank you to all the supporters and donors for making this program possible to MACS teachers. Teacher Sean and Paula Hanson featured. diolc.org













 Staff Appreciation and Years of Service Recognized for 2019-20 Thank you to the faculty and staff who were recognized by This year a small number of MACS staff were able to come their building administrator for their service to MACS: together on Friday, June 5 for Mass in the McDonell Central Catholic High School Chapel. Chaplain Fr. Ethan Hokamp 5 YEARS 25 YEARS was celebrant for this live stream event to MACS staff and Tiffany Abramowicz Patty Jansky community. Kathleen Adams 30 YEARS Following Mass, President Molly Bushman ‘98, and Principals Erica Boehm Barb Krista Eckwright ‘84 Caitlin McElroy Brian Schulner and Eric Wedemeyer ‘92 recognized years of 45 YEARS Peter Thoma service to their building staff. Mary Chovan King ’69 Awards and scholarships were also presented. The Dzialowy Steve Roesler ‘14H Teacher Scholarships, are given in memory of Anthony Mikolaitis. This year recipients were teachers Abigail Adams (grade 1 at St. Charles), Bridget Ericksen (grade 4 at Holy Eric Wedemeyer ‘92 Ghost), Mary Chovan King ‘69 (English at McDonell) and Mark thanks Barb Krista Neppl (Choral at Notre Dame-McDonell). Eckwright ‘84 for 30 years of service. Left: Clarence Rushman Award is given each year to a member of the McDonell High School faculty in his memory. Mr. Rushman taught at McDonell for many years and was known for his excellence as an instructor, his strict but fair classroom management, and most of all, for his dedication to Catholic education. Nominated by her peers, the recipient is Shelly Franz Retzlaff ‘85.

Right: The Joseph and Olivia Bischel Faculty Scholarship was presented to Mrs. Gretchen Jorgensen, high school science teacher. Parents wrote in nominating a teacher who exemplifies Catholic education both in and out of the classroom. The nominations were given to the Bischel family to choose the scholarship recipient. Mary Chovan King ‘69 and Steve Roesler, honorary alum of 2014 were gifted with prayer bowls for their amazing 45 years of service. New Breakfast Program and Carry-Out Created by MACS Food Service Surveying the K-5 families resulted in a need to have a breakfast Deacon Dan program. Deacon Dan Rider, director of food service, introduced Rider and the food service breakfast in January of 2020. With only a few adjustments at the prepare and beginning of the program, the parents, students, and food service pack up free were all pleased with the results. The program will continue in the sack meals for 2020-21 school year. carry-out. The food service workers did not stop when the school buildings closed due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Any Chippewa Falls child 18 years of age and under could pick up a free sack lunch and breakfast for the following day. Volunteers organized by Mary Wermund Jacobson ‘78 were in the McDonell Central Catholic High School parking lot handing out the meals Monday through Friday, 4:00-6:00 p.m. from mid-March to the last day of school Friday, May 29, 2020.

2 AGreatFirstImpression Prospective and current students, as well as alumni will continue to experience the best in #TheMackWay hospitality as they enter McDonell Central Catholic High School. In part due to the generosity of donors to the Witness the Difference Campaign, a recent fund-a-need, and a vision by president, Molly Bushman, an extensive remodeling of the high school entryway and eventually commons bathrooms has started this summer. Summer 2020 remodeling includes: t updated entry way which includes the replacement of wooden doors for steel doors Above: Current construction on McDonell Central t updated middle school/high school office Catholic High School main entrance with the front t updated work room for faculty and staff wall of the school office and the wall between the t new sick room school office and campus ministry room removed. t updated men’s and women’s restrooms in the commons t upgrades to the bleachers in the Steve ‘14H and Deb Below: Artist rendering visual of the final project Roesler Gymnasium t relocation of the hall-of-fame wall to increase visibility

Please consider making a pledge towards the Witness the Difference Campaign. Help us meet our goal of $3.7 million by making a donation today!

For more information visit: McDonellAreaCatholicSchools.org, email or call me. Jaynee "SNTUSPOH
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h, Director of Advancement 715-723-0538 x3306 [email protected] #TheMackWay

We would like to thank ALL of you who was Tom ‘81 and Mary ‘16H Huffcutt. participated in our school system fundraiser, Our bleacher upgrade fund-a-need the 12th Annual MidWinter Mardi Gras in goal was $25,000. We exceeded our goal February! It was a great success, with over in pledges of $26,612. This only happens 300 people enjoying great food, having when YOU are involved in our mission and fun and dancing to Troppo Big Band Jazz vision. Congratulations to all the winners Orchestra. King and Queen for the event throughout the night! #MACSMG

Watch for more information on our website for the 13th annual event changing this fall to a carry-out event. Sunday, November 8, 2020

#SpagSpec 3 Mack BITS Mathematicians Congratulations to the two McDonell Math Teams for their performance on Saturday, February 15 at the University of Badger Boys and Girls State Delegates Wisconsin - Eau Claire. Senior Mark Buchmann placed fifth. Right front row: Coach Mrs. Wendy Buchmann, Andrew Hunt, Ellie Eckes, Anna Geissler Back row: Mark Buchmann, Phuree ‘Barry’ Fongsamootr, and Andrew Herron Pi(π) Day Jackson Bushman Peter Herron Andrew Hunt McDonell High School celebrated π Day Eve on Friday, March 13. Senior Caleb The Badger State is Thornton successfully memorized 34 digits. designed for students Notre Dame Middle School Aubrey Dorn interested in the memorized 38 digits. study of government and citizenship. Caleb Thornton The programs are for individuals who Elise Bormann Ann David are selected by Soup Can high school faculty based on qualities Races of scholarship and The winner of the leadership. Local McDonell soup can American Legion race in Mr. Reiter’s Post 77 serves as the Physics class is clearing center for senior Mark Referee Mr. Reiter ‘74, sets the soup cans in sponsoring delegates Buchmann. The motion as seniors Mark Buchmann and Rachel to these events. annual race is to Smiskey, catch their can at the finish line. Elizabeth Eckes Kate Roth Due to the use the concepts of pandemic each of the moment of inertia, angular momentum, and torque in order events happening over the summer have been canceled. to figure out which soup would roll the fastest down an Representing McDonell Central Catholic High School as inclined plane. delegates for the boys are Peter Herron, Jackson Bushman and Andrew Hunt. McDonell High Welcomed 12 All the delegates and alternates would have had the International Students in 2019-20 opportunity to attend the Badger Boys State in Ripon, WI. The girls selected to represent McDonell Central Catholic By Laurie Armstrong Francis ‘79, International Student Coordinator at the Badger Girls State normally held at the University This year, the MACS system was blessed to have 12 of Wisconsin Oshkosh are delegates Ann David and Kate International students studying with us. They represent Roth with alternates Elise Bormann and Elizabeth Eckes. the countries of: Vietnam, Thailand, Italy, Czech Republic, Congratulations to the incoming 2020-21 seniors for being Spain and China. The students presented slide shows of selected. their countries to the MACS community during International Student Week and enjoyed sampling recipes from their Did you know? native homelands. We also piloted a new ‘buddy program’ MACS live streams school concerts, programs, in which the students were paired with McDonell students and home sports games on our website at to help them feel more welcome into our community. The MACS TV and on our MACS cultural diversity they bring to our school is extraordinary. Facebook page #themackway! Thank you to the host families!

48 Seniors’ and Educators’ Excellence Recognized

The Chippewa Falls Area Chamber of Commerce hosted the She is an outstanding 35th Annual Excellence in Education event on Wednesday, May young lady. Kaleigh plans to 6, 2020, via YouTube. With the help of WEAU and sponsors of continue her the event, the top academic students from the senior classes education at of McDonell Central Catholic High School and Chippewa Falls the University Senior High School, along with their most of St. Thomas influential educators, in St. Paul, were able to be Minnesota. recognized virtually. She will be McDonell going into Central students biochemistry, and educators and plans on recognized this becoming a doctor, doing year were Abigale cancer research or both. Abigale Pieper Pieper with Mrs. The keynote speaker was Kaleigh Ripley with Mr. Tony Reiter ‘74, her most influential educator. with her most Mary Chovan King Alice Buchberger Heinzen, influential ‘69 and Kaleigh McDonell class of 1971. She recognized the virtual end of the educator Ripley with Mr. Tony event is something, “We must do because of the COVID-19 Mrs. Mary King ‘69. Reiter ‘74. Each had pandemic. What do we learn from this?” She presented three the opportunity to crucial ideas: highlight a few of the 1. a comment on focus best qualities they 2. thoughts on skills and abilities had for the other (in 3. an insight on viewing the world moving forward 50 words or less). Starting with her comment on focus Alice asks, “Life is about Abigale ‘Abi’ Pieper, daughter of Nick and Tami Pieper said ALL of us. How will you focus on others and less about yourself of her most influential educator, “Mrs. King is always fun in today?” Giving of ourselves has class. She always supports me and encourages me to do my become even more important when best. She inspires me to pursue my dreams and never give up. you think of how the skill and talents Mrs. King cares about the well-being of all her students. She is of essential workers have impacted a great role-model for me.” the world. Alice asked questions to Mrs. King says about Abi, “As William Shakespeare stated: A the students: “How are you going good heart is like the sun and the moon; or, rather the sun and to add value to this world? How are not the moon for it shines bright and never changes.” This is you going to contribute and share Abigale: a ray of perpetual sunlight. Her brilliance truly “glows,” what you can do with others?” As for she is the epitome of a stellar student!” top students of the class of 2020 Abi plans on continuing her education at University of with abilities and skills learned, Wisconsin - Superior with a major in math. She hopes to Alice Buchberger Heinzen ‘71 Alice encouraged the students to go become an accountant or financial advisor. beyond. “Change your attitude and perspective. You have to be open to be surprised by someone Kaleigh Ripley, daughter of Jerry and Ingrid Ripley, in or something that is much greater than yourself. Cardinal John reflection of Mr. Reiter said, “I’ve taken three math classes with Henry Newman said, ‘To live is to change and to be perfect is Mr. Reiter and he is always so encouraging. He pushes me to to change often.’ He suggests that life is more fulfilling when do my best and never give up. He was one of my first teachers we open ourselves up to the unthinkable, that which exists at McDonell, and he made me feel very welcome. I also really beyond our human minds and thoughts.” love math, and he made his classes very enjoyable.” Mr. Reiter said, “Kaleigh Ripley’s goal is to pursue a career Editors Note: in medicine and work in cancer research. I know when she Alice works as a consultant to the United States Conference of attacks cancer with the same tenacity as she does a math Catholic Bishops on the matters related to marriage, family life, and youth, besides being a well known presenter on love and life problem or a golf ball that cancer will be in a lot of trouble! within and outside of Wisconsin. 5 Cloverbelt Scholar, Scholar - Athletes Recognized Along with Teachers and Coaches Seniors Andrew Seniors Rachel Herron and Caleb Smiskey and Thornton were Joey Thaler were chosen by the chosen by the administration for administration for their outstanding their outstanding academic academic performance. They and athletic Andrew Herron were honored as Caleb Thornton Rachel Smiskey performance. Joey Thaler Cloverbelt Scholars. Rachel chose Kat Andrew chose Roesler Hanson ‘03, Greta Jorgensen, volleyball coach science teacher and and Joey chose Caleb Thornton Marty Bushland chose Tony Reiter ‘16H, cross country/ ‘74, math teacher track and field as their influential coach as their most Greta Jorgensen teachers. Tony Reiter ‘74 Kat Hanson ‘03 influential coaches. Marty Bushland ‘16H

Students Excel at Brains and Brawn Tournament The 26th annual tournament in La Crosse, during Catholic Schools Week, was successful for all the Notre Dame Middle School teams. The girls’ brawn team took first place and boys’ brawn brought the sportsmanship home for the second year in a row. The brains team participated in the winners’ bracket placing Saturday, October 3, 2020 fifth out of 10 teams Spirit of the Macks is STILL on! Left: The boys’ brawn receives the It will look a little differently this year as we are moving Sportsmanship Award. Pictured is Bishop to an online format. Stay tuned for more information! Callahan with Miles Flanagan and Andrew Thaler representing their team. All proceeds to benefit the athletes of McDonell Central Catholic High School. Below L to R: Emily Cooper, Madeline Geissler, Abigail Bresina, Morgan Wirtz, Email us at: [email protected] Bishop Callahan, Kali Goulet, Isabel Hartman, #spiritofthemacks Aubrey Dorn, Kate Ruf, Anna Thaler Below Brains Team L to R front row: Owen Clark, Angelo Enderes, Jaidyn Brady, Elyse Bushman, Riella Rubenzer, Lily Edison, Jack Kasper, Olivia Clark Back: Coach Laura McChesney ‘19, Landon Burrier, Samuel Kasper, and Mr. Justin Kuehl, teacher

#GoMacks

6 McDonell Fall-Winter Varsity Athletics 2019-20

VOLLEYBALL (37-12 overall, 6-1 in conference) Ranked second in D4, regional champions. Losing only to eventual state champs Clear Lake in the sectional semifinal. Senior leadership Olivia Mlsna, Shanen Rice, Rachel Smiskey, Haley Rawhouser. Head Coach Kat Roesler Hanson ‘03.

FOOTBALL (3-5) New schedule for 2020 and many upcoming younger players ready to play. Senior leadership Adam Thalacker and Kendren Gullo. Head Coach Jason Cox.

CROSS COUNTRY The boys won many meets, were Cloverbelt Champions, second at sectionals and advanced to state taking ninth place for D3 teams. Senior leadership Anthony Roach, Joey Thaler, and Caleb Thornton. Girls finished ninth at sectionals and looking bright for 2020. Head Coach Marty Bushland ‘16H. (See state team picture on back cover.)

BOYS SOCCER The co-op team with Regis would have liked more wins but had a memorable season. Senior leadership Mason Swoboda, Trent Witkowski. Head Coach Joe Cash. Photo by Chippewa GIRLS GOLF Senior Kaleigh Ripley was the top golfer for the girls co-op team with Chi Hi. She placed ninth at Herald regional and played at sectionals. Head Coach Rick Silloway.

GIRLS SWIMMING Sophomore Sophie Kinlen and international student Junior Anezka Ondrackova represented McDonell on the co-op team with Chi Hi. Head Coach Jessica Short.

BOYS BASKETBALL (11-4-3) Regional title and Sectional playoff win before the season ended abruptly due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The senior athletes never lost a playoff game during their high school career. Senior leadership Eion Kressin, JD Bohaty, Caleb Thornton, and Trent Witkowski. Head Coach Adam Schilling. (See team picture on back cover.) GIRLS BASKETBALL (15-9) The young team stepped up into different leadership roles finishing tied in second place in the conference. Junior Captains Maggie Craker and Anna Geissler. Senior leadership Lexi Johnson. Head Coach Don Cooper. BOYS HOCKEY (3-18-0) McDonell Freshman Ben Biskupski and Evan Eckes, Sophomore Brendan Bresina represent the school on the Co-op Regis/ Altoona/McDonell Rams team. Head Coach Nick Stirmel.

GIRLS HOCKEY (10-12-2) McDonell Freshman Alyssa Herr played her first year on the Co-op Chippewa Falls/Menomonie Sabers team as a forward, left wing. The Sabers finished with their first conference win since 2015 and Below: Freshman hockey player Alyssa Herr chose first playoff game since 2013. Head Coach Tony Menard. science teacher Mrs. Greta Jorgensen to attend the Sabers’ staff appreciation night.

RAM Boys Hockey 7 Fine Arts Awards 2020 The fine arts awards are given for leadership and commitment to the program. McDonell Central Catholic High School Fine Arts Award Mark Buchmann presented their 39th consecutive Gilmore Band Award Caleb Thornton musical production Guys and Dolls Herman Jazz Award Trent Witkowski held January 31, February 1-2, 2020 National Choral award Kaleigh Ripley Sousa Award Kenny Walter Director of the Show: Sue Decker Armstrong Jazz & Bernstein Musicianship Stage: Carol Way Choral: Jerry Way Mark Buchmann Orchestra: Sean Hanson Technology: Skip August Costumes: Rose August MAIN CAST MEMBERS Sarah Brown: Kaleigh Ripley Miss Adelaide: Ann David Sky Masterson: Peter Herron Nathan Detroit: Anthony Roach Nicely-Nicely Johnson: Drew Hunt Benny Southstreet: Jackson Bushman Rusty Charlie: Henry Normand Arvide Abernathy: Mark Buchmann Lt. Brannigan: Paul Tetrault Big Jule: Petr Zelenka Harry the Horse: Angelo Enderes Brandy Bottle Bates: Marcus Roach Scranton Slim: Zach Hunt Stage Crew Manager: Kenny Walter

8 EDUCATION COMMISSION The commission is established by the Chippewa Falls Deanery Dean to assist him and the parishes’ educational administrators (president, principal(s), director of early childhood) in the operation and governance of the education program. PARISH REPRESENTATIVES 2019-20 Each adult member represents the interests of their parish, along with the student representation to work with the school’s leadership team to Timothy (TJ) Proue ‘02 help ensure the mission and vision is being met. Chairperson Talk with your parish appointed commission members with any St. Charles Borromeo questions you may have about the MACS school system. Justus Busse The Education Commission meeting minutes are posted on our website Vice Chairperson at McDonellAreaCatholicSchools.org, under the ABOUT - Education St. Charles Borromeo Commission. Regina (Regi) Geissler St. Charles Borromeo St. Charles Early Childhood Center Erin Brick At Saint Charles Early Childhood Center, we stimulate a child’s natural Church of the Holy Ghost curiosity and desire to connect with others. Tracy Fischer We help your child to develop the important skills needed for school, Church of the Holy Ghost relationships, and life in our free 4K program. Scott Sokup ‘88 Open to all families in the Chippewa Valley. Call and ask about our Church of the Holy Ghost affordable rates and flexible scheduling for children ages 12 months to 12 years old. Mike Crawford ‘88 Building Bridges 4 Children (BB4C) The Church of Notre Dame Matt Elstran FREE 4K program The Church of Notre Dame BB4C at the Saint Charles school building could Scott Siegenthaler be the start of your child’s educational journey. The Church of Notre Dame Morning and afternoon sessions available Monday - Thursday. Busing is included. Gina Smiskey St. Peter the Apostle, Tilden Camp Macks Chad Bormann Camp Macks offers daily field trips and activities St. Bridget, Springfield that focus on mind, body, and spirit. Camp Macks Andy Shakal is for school age children to 12 years old. Come and see why parents are St. John the Baptist, Cooks Valley choosing Camp Macks for their summertime child care needs. Join Saint Charles Early Childhood Center and witness the difference. Diane Boettcher Schedule your tour today, 715.723.2161. St. Paul’s, Bloomer Heading out for a field trip on the Mack bus. Brian & Kendra Eslinger All Saints Parish, Boyd, Cadott, Stanley Andrew
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“It is what it is.” - McDonell Class of 2020

The COVID-19 pandemic did not stop McDonell Central who shared advise a classmate doesn’t usually give, he said, Catholic High School from honoring its class of 2020 “ . . . you should prepare for your plans to fail.” However, he graduates. After consulting with the families, a video of the added, “The greatest ability a person can have is when your graduation was planned to go live at 7:30 p.m. Friday, May 29, plan fails, to reevaluate and make a new one. Never get tied 2020 following a live stream of the Baccalaureate Mass at the down to one plan and always do your best to make the best of Church of Notre Dame. The Baccalaureate Mass was attended a bad situation. The only thing you can control is yourself, so by the priests and deacon of Chippewa Falls, parents with do not lose sleep about the things you can not control. As long their valedictorian and salutatorian student, Brian Schulner, as you are moving forward, life has a way of working itself out.” principal and Molly Bushman, president. Valedictorian Abigale ‘Abi’ Over five days, MACS videotaped students processing Pieper began her speech through the auditorium with “Pomp and Circumstance” with many thank yous to the playing. They walked across the stage to receive their diploma parents, administrators, and and a turn of the tassel from either a family member or staff. To Mr. Schulner she said, President Molly Meinen Bushman ‘98. “I want to thank you for all After the first day of taping Brian Schulner, principal, said, your extra work these last “While the situation is not normal, couple months to do the best it was rather nice to see parents you could to continue the with their student come together Valedictorian Abigale Pieper school year and give us as to witness the processional and “normal” of a graduation as acceptance of the diploma. An possible during this pandemic. individual ceremony that had a She went on to address her fellow classmates whose senior personal touch.” year ended with nothing but the word canceled behind it: As the three valedictorians senior class trip, prom, spring sports season, and of course and salutatorian came in for their to end it with a virtual graduation. But Abi encouraged her scheduled time, their speeches were classmates. “Despite all these negatives, we can move forward Valedictorian Kaleigh Ripley also videotaped. in our journeys, continue to focus on the positives, and follow Valedictorian Kaleigh Ripley came our dreams because of the lessons and good times we have to McDonell the beginning of her experienced along the way.” Abi mentioned a few of these, junior year so, as she said, she has a good vantage point of the such as learning Mrs. King can REALLY dance, Sir’s favorite qualities of the class. “On the outside we all look like a bunch word is facetious, and “the secret to winning Euchre is all in of crazy Catholic school kids, which isn’t necessarily wrong, your partner’s hands, right Mr. Schulner?” Abi ended with, “. . . but there is definitely more than meets the eye. We are all construct your own road to success. Whichever direction you willing to fight for what is right. We are all very generous. We choose, always remember that your foundation in faith and all have unmatched devotion. We are all kind. We all have great service will guide your way.” potential. We all have unique talents. We all have different With four student speeches and a commencement speaker paths ahead of us, but the one thing that we have in common yet to be heard, Salutatorian and Bishop Medal recipient Caleb is where we all started.” Kaleigh ended with, “Congratulations! Thornton reminded classmates who were watching if they Good luck! God Bless! And thank you all! And in the words of wanted to, at anytime, think back to some of their favorite Michael Scott, ‘Catch you on the flippity flip!’” memories of high school together, and considering they were Mr. Schulner then introduced Valedictorian Andrew Herron watching a video, “you can just pause.“ 10 Principal Mr. Schulner spent hours IT Val Knobloch checks the video JD Bohaty is handed a diploma in front of the camera recording timing with an app on his watch. from his brother Isaac ‘18. awards/scholarships and graduation.

Caleb did share some the members of the class. On their high school experiences of his memories. Things she said, “Each of you leaving our halls this year are missing like, going to watch state some traditional experiences, very true. The life lessons basketball for four years though, and the knowledge you have gained, no one can take in a row, or not being that from you. You have an experience that no one in decades allowed to go watch the has had, and you will carry it with pride through life. Being sectional final game, and the class of 2020 will be a new level of respect. Your success the excitement around will surpass your suffering.” facial hair. He thanked When the graduates will have celebrations in life, Mrs. President Molly Meinen those who supported the Jorgensen’s advice is, “You need to thank Him each and every Bushman’98 turns class: community members, blessing you receive. This is your relationship with Him, the Lexi Johnson’s tassel. faculty, offices ladies, two of you, working through your life together.” And when parents, Mrs. Bushman the not so good times? “There will be times that are far less president, “for being so helpful and patient with this time.” He than pleasing, times that hurt, times that seem like they are also thanked the international students, “who came to enjoy unbearable. Some of you have already been there. This time, life here, learn, and share in our memories.” Thank you to the especially, you need to drop to your knees, look up, and thank parishes, “who taught us to grow in spirit and community. Him. We are in a rough time. You are the light going forward Our faith is what has brought us all together and will continue into the unknown. You have been given love. You have been to guide our lives. It gives us hope and helps us grow in love given knowledge. You have grown in your faith. You have the of neighbor and self and I can’t be more thankful to have gift of helping others in your soul. You are going to change learned about it and been encouraged in it here at MACS.” the world. Congratulations class of 2020. Go make things To his classmates, who Caleb was hoping to spend one last right again, we have faith in you!” night with everyone at the all-night graduation party, “You are The commencement video had a surprise ending all on to bigger and better things and all of you, I am sure, will for the Class of 2020. Almost 20 minutes of messages, be successful in anything you choose. I bid you farewell and congratulations and best wishes from the McDonell Central God’s peace.” faculty, staff, their sixth grade buddies (while McDonell Virtual After the student speeches Mr. Schulner then introduced Choir sang), Bishop William Callahan, and, a sort of, confession the student chosen commencement speaker Science Teacher to Mrs. Mary Chovan King ‘69 from Mr. Schulner referencing Mrs. Greta Jorgensen. “She is only completing her second Abi Pieper’s speech comment on Euchre. year with us but in that short amount of time she has made a Last words from Mr. Schulner were on the graduates, who lasting impact on her subject and student relationships she “ . . . have overcome, and will move forward in their lives has built and will continue to build with our students. “ making great differences in the world we live in. We are proud Humbled by being asked to speak, Mrs. Jorgensen shared of our graduates. We need you to wear our seal of approval a remark to the graduates on how special McDonell is, “I feel like a badge of honor. “ To the staff. “Our staff came forward like I have been here for years. That is not an easy feat these in a matter of two days and switched over to remote learning days, in these times, to make people feel welcome into a new environment. They collaborated, problem solved and not community. What has been created through those graduates once gave me the impression this wouldn’t work. Was it past, and through your class, is a place where you really perfect? No. Was it normal? No. But I am most certainly proud do feel like family. The Mack Way, love it or not, is not the of the effort all of our staff showed. status quo in our society. You are the change that is coming. Very Rev. Justin Kizewski, Dean, closed the taped Remember that.” graduation ceremonies with Benediction and a special Mrs. Jorgensen loved the fact she was able to get to know blessing for the Class of 2020. the majority of the class either in her classroom or the hall, in Note: The graduation video can be viewed in its entirety on the order to make a note in her speech, a special fact on each of MACS website (McDonellAreaCatholicSchools.org). 11 Post graduation plans for the Class of 2020

Laura Avila Soberon from Spain Host parents, Heather and Ryan Raymond. University in Spain for business Jon Bohaty Parents Jon and Tamara Bohaty Four year university for business management and basketball Mark Buchmann, Parents Mike and Wendy Buchmann UW-Eau Claire, to major in music McDonell Central Catholic - Class of 2020 Victoria “Tori” Chartrand Front 1st row left to right: Annemarie Rider, Abi Pieper, Mason Swoboda, Adam Thalacker, Rachel Smiskey, Parents are Kris and Mike Horan, Shanen Rice, 2nd row: Kaleigh Ripley, Anthony Roach, Luke Schemenauer, Kristin Swoboda, Olivia Mlsna, Tori Chartrand, Caleb Thornton 3rd row: Joey Thaler, Andrew Herron, Camillia Gentili, Nathan Reineke, Jay Chartrand and Amy Woodford Jon Larson, Kenny Walter, Brenden Lannue, Amelia Gaier 4th Row: Eion Kressin, Kendren Gullo, JD Bohaty, CVTC for Cosmetology Haley Rawhouser, Mark Buchmann, Bheem Pongsukvechkul, Trent Witkowski, Lexi Johnson. Missing from Do “Q” Quan from Vietnam, the photo is Laura Avila Soberon, Quan Do, Phuree Fongsamootr, Irene Loriga, and Yang Luo Host parents, Anita and Pat Wahl NOVA | Northern Virginia Community College for business management Haley Rawhouser, Parents Buck and Loree Rawhouser Phuree ‘Barry’ Fongsamootr from Thailand, Host parent Winona State University in MN Tammy Swoboda Nathan Reineke, Parents Mike and Mary Reineke University of Oklahoma in Architectural Engineering Plans on attending CVTC Amelia Gaier, Parents Paul Gaier ‘85 and Katie Hartsough ‘86 Shanen Rice, Parents Mitch and Kathi ‘89 Rice Winona State University in MN WITC in Barron for the pre-dentistry program Camilla Gentili from Italy, Host Parents Jim and Nancy Peterson Annemarie Rider, Parents Deacon Dan and Julie Rider Plans in Italy are undecided at this time. Viterbo University in La Crosse, for nursing Kendren Gullo, Parents Kevin Gullo and Kelly Schmidt Kaleigh Ripley, Valedictorian, Parents Jerry and Ingrid Ripley MATC in physical therapy and play baseball University of St. Thomas in St. Paul, MN for biochemistry Andrew Herron, Valedictorian, Parents are Jim and Diane Herron Anthony Roach, Parents Paul and Karla Roach UW-Stout for Applied Science UW-Eau Claire, to major in biology Alexandria “Lexi” Johnson, Parent Kathleen Adams Luke Schemenauer, Parents Keith ‘85 and Sandy Schemenauer UW-Eau Claire, for Special & Early Childhood Education and Psychology. UW-Eau Claire Eion Kressin, Parents Matt & Michele Kressin Rachel Smiskey, Parents Sean and Gina Smiskey St. Mary’s University in Winona, MN for Law Enforcement (FBI or NSA) University of Mary in Bismarck, ND in business administration and basketball and shot put Brenden Lannue, Parents Doug Wolf and Mary Lannue Kristin Swoboda, Parents Steven ‘83 & Bonnie Swoboda UW-Stout to major in computer science UW-La Crosse Jonathan “Jon” Larson, Parents Jon and Wendy ‘90 Larson Mason Swoboda, Parents Tammy Swoboda and the late Joined the United States Army Kevin Swoboda ‘93 Irene Loriga is from Italy, Host parents Gary and Barbara Fox Undecided College to major in business Adam Thalacker, Parents Tony and Julie ‘87 Thalacker Yang ‘Koro’ Luo is from China, Host parent Amy Jensen Entering the workforce University in China for computer science Joseph “Joey” Thaler, Parent Steven Thaler ‘70 Olivia Mlsna, Parents Bruce and Beth Mlsna UW-Eau Claire, in business administration, run cross country, and track Minnesota State Mankato in business or elementary school education Caleb Thornton, Salutatorian Abigale “Abi” Pieper, Valedictorian, Parents Nick and Tami Pieper Parents Tony ’87 and Heather Thornton ‘89 University of Wisconsin Superior to major in math UW-Platteville to major in electrical engineering Bheem Pongsukvechkul from Thailand, Kenneth ‘Kenny’ Walter, Parents Dave and Angie Walter Host parents Eric and McKinzi Simonsen UW-Eau Claire, to major in pre-pharmacy Chulabhorn International College of Medicine in Thailand to major in Trent Witkowski, Parents Chris and Jamie Witkowski biomedical engineering UW-Platteville to major in mechanical engineering

12 from the THANK YOU Senior Class 2020

My name is Eion Kressin, and I am a senior at McDonell. I teachers that put attended McDonell Area Catholic School since kindergarten. our educational My parish community is St. Charles Borromeo, which has well being first been my family’s parish for many years. is extremely When my parents were deciding whether to send me to helpful. I am the public schools or private school, McDonell appealed to able to seek help them the most. They both agreed, they wanted me to be when I need it around other students who put an emphasis on education. and ask questions The public school provides a great education, but when it on material I don’t comes to the work that individuals put into their education, understand. I feel that I believe McDonell excels in that field. This value is also seen the McDonell school system in our supporters as well because they realize how important has given me a better chance to education is to these students, and they want to ensure excel in areas that would otherwise confuse and frustrate me. education can be provided to them. Teachers also don’t only put our educational skills first, they However, the McDonell Area Catholic Schools emphasize also put our emotional well-being before their own. With this more than education. It is a faith-driven community, and it key characteristic, it is no wonder why McDonell has become always will be. With this characteristic in mind, it is easy to more of a family to me than just an educational institution. understand why people feel right at home when they enroll I can discuss with the teachers topics that may seem out of in the system. As Christ taught us, we are supposed to care place in a larger school, considering that students don’t have more about our neighbor than we are about ourselves. This the capabilities to know their teachers as personally as we is particularly evident in the overall community at McDonell. can at McDonell. Not only in the While at McDonell I have participated in many school, but in the extracurricular activities such as basketball, track, football, clubs that also Ambassadors, and the National Honor Society. For those who support McDonell, are unfamiliar with Ambassadors, it is a volunteer program we continuously that students may participate in. A minimum of seven events see that others are are required to be an ambassador, whether that be serving willing to put our at the Agnes Table or helping serve at the annual Spaghetti needs before theirs. Spectacular. Some of the best The family atmosphere is also present in McDonell. When individuals that participating in sports, we are able to come together as a show this to be true family because of the close bonds we are able to make at are the teachers school. I believe this is a large part of why McDonell sports themselves. are so successful: the dedication that each individual has to Good grades each other. don’t come easy With all this being said, it would not be possible to have for me. Having had the experiences I’ve had without others who support the continued development of our school system. Thanks to our sponsors, we are able to continue to flourish by caring about Eion serving during the well-being of each other and expanding the knowledge the Catholic Schools of our younger generation in Christ. Without motivated Week Mass with people to donate to the McDonell Area Catholic Schools in Bishop Callahan at Chippewa Falls, we would not be able to spread the joy and McDonell Central, happiness that comes from such a close, loving community. January 2020. Eion Kressin, class of 2020 13 Finance Reports Charts Financial Reports The pie charts show what was received and expensed in the various categories for the REVENUE 2018-19 year 2018-19. McDonell Area Catholic Schools $5,589,092 has now had six continuous years where total revenue has exceeded expenses. This has been accomplished with the generous 35.7% Tuition & Fees support of alumni, benefactors, families, parishes, and the continued growth of 17.9% Parish Support advancement and fundraising. 16.7% Advancement & Fundraising 10.7% Early Childhood Center Scrip Sales 8.2% Other income Sales were $1,448,355 for the 2018-19 fiscal year. Total Scrip profit amounted to $63,901, 6.5% Athletics of which $27,135 was allocated to school 3.0% Food Service families helping with their tuition. 1.1% Scrip Net

Finance Committee The Finance Committee works to ensure that EXPENSES 2018-19 MACS is strategic about resource management $5,580,334 in order to ensure quality education and a safe environment for the long term. Committee members are appointed by their Parish. 52.2% Wages & Salaries The committee meets monthly to review (PS%HQH¿WV 7D[HV financial results, budget process, and 8.1% Athletic investments, as well as to discuss news and 7.7% Instructional trends that may impact Catholic Education in 5.4% Administrative general and MACS specifically. 3.8% Equip., Repairs & Maint. Finance Committee meetings are directed 2.9% Facilities by the Committee Chair with input from the 2.4% Technology President, Controller and Business Manager. 2.3% Utilities 1.4% Food Service Parish Reps on Committee 1.5% Other Jamie Leibrandt Chair/St. Charles Borromeo Michele Kressin St. Charles Borromeo Chuck Frenette ‘67 Church of the Holy Ghost Dave See ‘79 Church of the Holy Ghost Student Tuition Costs for 2019-20 Bruce Mlsna The Church of Notre Dame Grade Level Tuition Average Cost to Educate Tony Thornton ’87 The Church of Notre Dame Glen Geissler St. Paul, Bloomer K-8 Supporting Parish $2,890 $8,000 Dennis Hunt ‘86 St. Peter the Apostle, Tilden K-8 Non Supporting Parish $4,119 $8,000 Ex-Officio 9-12 Supporting Parish $4,050 $11,662 Very Rev. Justin Kizewski Dean 9-12 Non Supporting Parish $5,778 $11,662 Msgr. Michael Gorman Deanery Elected Pastor Parish family cap with 3 students $8,270 TJ Proue ‘02 Edu. Commission Chair Parish family cap with 4+ students $9,770 John Van Den Berg Controller Teresa Dachel Business Manager Non parish family cap with 3 students $10,250 Molly Meinen Bushman ’98 President Non parish family cap with 4+ students $11,750

Tuition Costs for 2019-20 For the third straight year, we have been able to avoid a The remaining 52.9% comes from advancement programs, tuition increase. This is a direct result of the generosity of alumni, fundraising activities, and other resources. parishioners, businesses and friends of the McDonell Area Catholic Families who belong to a supporting parish and meet the criteria Schools. Thank you! for active supporting parish member qualify for the supporting Tuition and fees paid directly by families is 23.3% of the total parish assisted tuition. Financial assistance is available for active K-12 revenue. Parish investment provided another 23.8%. parish members based on need. 14 Student Achievement

ACT Five Year Composite Scores Congratulations The ACT reflects the achievement of to Mr. Roesler McDonell graduates to the extent to which ‘14
Honorary they are prepared for college-level work. alumnus The ACT consists of curriculum-based testing of educational 45 years and development in English, Mathematics, Reading and Science going strong! designed to measure the skills needed for success in first-year college course work. The table shows the five-year trend of our students compared to the state and national averages.

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15 GATHERINGS Advancement INVOLVING YOU IN OUR MISSION AND VISION FOR THE FUTURE THE VILLAGES - Florida Involving YOU in our Mission & Vision

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Front Row L to R: Jan Lynn, Kathy Zenner Furtado ‘64, Alice Buchberger Heinzen ‘71 As summer approaches, we are already Back Row L to R: Jeff Heinzen, Sharon Karmann, Kelly Karmann, Melinda Hohncke, preparing for the 2020-21 school year, which Brian Wogernese ‘88, Joan Meznarich ‘54, Darrell Lynn ‘54, Jaynee Armstrong could include a brick-to-click solution to honor Brannen ‘03 our Mission as we maneuver our way safely CAPE CORAL - Florida through COVID-19. We know that McDonell Area Catholic Schools (MACS) is the right choice for small class sizes, a safe environment, daily exposure to the Catholic faith and is an affordable option. You may recall in March, Congress passed the CARES Act, designed to assist the American economy, including the charitable sector. This allows for a new deduction in your taxes and an opportunity for you as a taxpayer and supporter of MACS, to assist and receive more significant tax breaks. As we deal with this crisis, please consider a donation. More than ever we need your support to provide all students with the necessary tools to be successful in and out of the classroom, to provide financial assistance to those in need, Sitting L to R: Mary Jo Tealy Stelter ’70, Mary Balow Schneider ’69, Mary Volk, Susan make necessary updates to our buildings and Gindt Konop ’74, Marie Hofkes Hauser ’65, Alice Buchberger Heinzen ’71, Brenda Lockbaum Erickson ’77, Jo Frenette, Lynne Stelter Nelson ’63, Richard Stelter ’62. support the faculty and staff of MACS, who are not only part of our MACS family but make a Standing L to R: Bob Konop ’70, Rosemary Grzegozewski Keefer ’67, Ron Keefer, Ed difference in the lives of our students and the Grzegozewski ’68, Linda Grzegozewski, Marvin Schneider ’67, Rusty Volk, Roland greater Chippewa Valley. “Buzz” Nelson ’63, Bob Potter ’69, Chuck Frenette ’67, Jack Stelter ’70, Jeff Erickson, Thank you for your continued prayers and Jeff Heinzen, Jaynee Armstrong Brannen ‘03 support of our students and faculty. Not Pictured but present: Mark and Kay Baker, Earl & Jackie Potter Lockbaum ‘56

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*This information is not intended as legal or tax advice. For such advice, please consult an attorney or tax advisor. References to tax rates include federal taxes L to R: Jaynee Armstrong Brannen ‘03, Patrick Bischel ‘70, Joy Bergeron, Charlotte only and are subject to change. Friederich Behlke ‘68, Dave Behlke, Brian Wogernese ‘88, Joshua Carlson ‘96, Alice Buchberger Heinzen ‘71 and Jeff Heinzen 16 Our 2018-19 Annual Fund Drive A Success Thank you for making the MACS Annual Fund Drive a assistance, memorials, matching employer and restricted success for the 2019 fiscal year. It is the sum of all gifts gifts. The McDonell Area Catholic Schools fiscal reporting year received through donations. The gifts we receive fall into is July 1, 2018 to June 30, 2019. Your donation July 1, 2019 to many categories, including the general fund, student tuition June 30, 2020 will be recognized in the next annual report.

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Janc (XC) Patrick Bischel and Joy Bergeron (GC) Tom & Mary Huffcutt ‘16H (CC) Class of 1998 (CC) Robert & Mary Daniel Jenneman (PC) Dr. Richard Borman Jim & Rolanda Schneider Rada Patrick & Molly Meinen Bushman (CC) Larry & Mary Loiselle Lanners (CC) John ‘13H & Suz Hebert Flanagan (CC) Matt & Amy Dahl Fish 1982 Charles & Christina Norseng Steven Thaler (LC) Nathan & Ashley Stelter Arnie & Diane Ritzinger (CC) Jim & Rolanda Schneider Rada 1971 Thomas & Joan Schwartz 1999 Gerald & Susan Cherrier (PC) 1983 Cheryl Kern-Simirenko (PC) Chad & Jean McIlquham Larry & Kathy Jacobson Briggs Robert Daniel Zachary & Christina Smiskey Meinen Jeff & Alice Buchberger Heinzen (BC) 1964 1984 Nancy Schuh Leon and Louanne Bresina Baier Elmer & Barb Krista Eckwright 2000’S Richard ‘18H & Mary Rose Bell Willi Betty Schemenauer Bohl (CC) Jim & Lori Bohl Eisenreich 2000 Linda Pitsch Brantmeier (BC) (BC) Nathan & Kari Roesler Stepp (BC) Bobby J. Swoboda (BC) Ralph & Lucianne Geisler Coushman 1972 1985 Steve & Linda Cyr (CC) Anonymous Paul Bembnister (PC) 2001 John Geissler David & Suzanne Rauscher Bleskachek Suzanne Eder (PC) John J. McDonell Robert & Robin Hedrington Sandy Raawe Schumacher Tom & Beth Eder Hassemer Scott & Michelle Franz Retzlaff 2002 Dan & Diane Seckora O’Connell 1973 The Class of 2002 1986 Donald (Carol Loiselle) Porn David & Julie Bembnister Clark Adam J. Jacobson Dennis & Annette Hunt Jim Scheidler Kevin & Candy Geissler (CC) Chad & Jean McIlquham Terry & Cheryl Wedemeyer John L. Larson Robert & Sherri LeDuc (LC) Mike & Karen Marquie Lutz Will & Jackie Watton Moulton Jeff & Lynn Lembezeder Newton 1965 Honorary Alum Anonymous (CC) 1974 1987 Joe & Marie Hofkes Hauser Debbie Tannler Heath Jerry ‘13H and Kris Bresina Krause Gregory & Mary Monarski Catherine Peck Carol Way ‘13H Daniel D. Reed (BC) Holub (CC) Tony & Sue Reiter (CC) at Mardi Gras Carl & Jane Kleusch Laveck Kris Hunt Simonson (BC) Charles Loiselle (PC) 1975 Dr. Randolph L. LaRue 1988 John Lubs (LC) Anonymous (LC) Mike & Christine Peterson (CC) Mary Kay Hebert Piltingsrud Randy & Debra Baier (CC) Stephen & Debra Porn Bill Wenzel Tom Zutter Michael & Tristi Crawford James & Judith Loiselle Rubenzer (CC) Tim & Sandra Schwartz Kruse (CC) Michael & Mary Jo Salmon (BC) 1976 Jeff & Lynn Lembezeder Newton 18 Anonymous (PC) Scott & Karla Sokup (CC) Scott & Amanda Berg Peloquin Shannon Jaeger Fadness, Inc. Timothy & Julia Jilek Proue Leroy & Patty Jansky (CC) Fries Financial Services (BC) Memorial Gifts Jane Kellen Fusion Marketing Group (PC) Gifts given in memory of: 2003 Very Rev. Justin Kizewski Hallie Firefighter Association Staci Brady 2004 Charlene Klief Holy Cross Church (BC) Thomas DeWitt ‘61 Jerry’13H & Mary Kuehl ’13H (PC) Horan Funeral Home (BC) Greg Divine ‘52 2005 Chay & Hue La (CC) Herb Hunt ’75 H&R Electric, Inc. (BC) Thomas Lambert (BC) Joe Janc ‘60 2006 Hiess-Loken Surveying Jamie & Amber Leibrandt Ray Lutz 2007 James & Jean Marks (CC) Dick Marquie’53 Alicia K. Davis (CC) Gail Mittermeyer HSHS St. Joseph’s Larry Pinter ‘61 Mitchell & Kiersten Jacobson Dr. Joe Monarski (PC) Hospital (BC) Loraine Sedlacek Andrew & Erica Rubenzer Ruf Marcelline M. Morissette J&F Facility Service, Inc. Joe See Dan M Schley Dylan & Angela Mullenbach Joseph W Joas Designated Endow- Jerome Steinmetz ‘60 Raymond J. Nazer ment Fund through the Community Darlene (Hunt) Yarrington ‘67 2008 Kenneth & Peggy ‘14H Nehring Foundation of Robert & Laurie Nosbush Chippewa County (BC) 2009 Tom & Karen Olson (PC) Kristo Orthodontics (CC) Matching Gifts 2010 David Pardoe Land O’Lakes Foundation (GC) Julie Perteet We are blessed to live in a country Alexander Hiess Martell Tire Service (CC) Rachel Krejchi Julie Pomietlo (CC) where so many people and Mason Companies, Inc. (GC) Jacob McIlquham Mike & Ruthann Proue Mayo Clinic Health System (CC) companies give back. Your Benjamin Ochs Ryan & Heather Raymond employer may be one of them! Marge Rhodes McDonell Alumni Association (CC) 2011 McDonell High School Foundation (LC) Jill Ritchie 3M Brianna Krause Rider Steve Roesler ‘14H (BC) MetLife (CC) Rick & Jennifer Rubenzer Mule-Hide Manufacturing Co. (BC) Shawn & Barb Berg 2012 Nordson Corporation (GC) Laura Kopp Nicholas & Laura Schafer Northwest Coin Machine Co (CC) Mayo Health Systems 2013 Douglas & Vicki Schemenauer Family of Jerome Steinmetz Northwestern Bank (MC) Charles Wirtz 2014 Sarah Schultz & Charles Wirtz (BC) Pederson-Volker Funeral Chapel (BC) Nancy Schloegel Religious Care Foundation (LC) Securian Foundation 2015 Nancy Scobie (CC) Michael Akan ‘89 Rillie Zwiefelhofer-Frank River Country Co-op (GC) Chelsea Seckora Rooney Printing Co. Walmart Foundation Paul & Darlene Sieg Sacred Heart Church (GC) FRIENDS Sean & Gina Smiskey John Abbe Securian Foundation Anonymous (CC) Seth & Tracey Smiskey Spring Street Sports, Inc (PC) Anonymous Pamela Speckien Kohl’s Anonymous (XC) Kent & Connie Sprague St. Charles Borromeo Church (LC) Anonymous Anonymous AC & MC Swann St. Bridget Church (BC) Anonymous (BC) Jeanne Tonnancour St. John the Baptist Church (BC) 3M Foundation Anonymous Marian Walsdorf St. Paul’s Church (BC) Anonymous (PC) Lori Simon Lund ‘80 Jerry ‘13H & Carol Way ‘13H St. Peter the Apostle Church (LC) John & Stephanie Abbe Jeremy Weigold Stelter Inc. (BC) Ameriprise Financial Kathleen Adams (CC) Joan Wendland Skip and Jill Thaler Family Endowment Jennifer Armstrong Gary & Cindy Yohnk Daniel D. Reed ‘87 Mark & Kay Baker Fund through the Community Bobby Swoboda ‘00 Foundation of Chippewa County (PC) Russell & Lynne Bauer BUSINESS & COMMUNITY Ron & Jolene Berg (GC) Thaler Oil Company (BC) FRIENDS Toycen Ford (BC) Shawn & Barb Berg Access Security, Inc (BC) The Church of Notre Dame (LC) In-Kind Beth A. Bielecki All Saints Church (BC) Pamela & Arnold Bowe TTM Technologies (MC) Altoona Family Restaurant (BC) Chad Brady AnnMarie Foundation (GC) Ultimate Shine Exteriors, LLC Donations Charles & Laura Brady W.S. Darley & Co. (CC) Barry & Lori Bremness Autumn Harvest Winery, LLC (CC) Chippewa Falls Public Library Walmart Foundation (PC) Bill & Jennifer Buescher (CC) Baughman Sewer & Septic Des & Valerie ‘08 Sikowski-Nelson William & Gertrude Casper Rev. Jesse Burish Services (BC) Doug Twerberg and Kathy Foundation (XC) Mary Capelle Schmiedeskamp Bohl & Proulx Plumbing, Inc. (PC) Wisconsin Metal Fab, Inc. Sandy Chamberlain (GC) Bresina’s Carry Out Fill Inn Station Wissota Dock and Maintenance LLC (CC) Wayne & Teresa Dachel ChemCeed, LLC (BC) Great Northern Corporation Woodley Company, Inc. (CC) Melinda Duncan Chippewa Falls Catholic H&R Electric Inc. Carole M. Dutton Womens Club (BC) Jamie & Ben Dodge Christopher& Tracy Fischer (PC) Jennifer & Scott Hughes Chippewa Family Restaurant Gary & Pat Gray (BC) Joe Niese Chippewa Valley Financial Rik & Cathy ‘14H Greenseth (CC) John ‘13H & Suz Hebert ‘70 Flanagan Leah Goettl Services (PC) Kenneth & Peggy ‘14H Nehring Elizabeth Hedrington (CC) Church of the Holy Korgers Decorating, Inc. Joel & Taylor Helminiak (CC) Ghost (LC) Kwik Trip, Inc. Kevin & Andrea Hess Cobblestone Hotel and Patrick Baker John Higgins Suites (BC) Olson’s Ice Cream & Deli Chad & Amanda Hill-Hable Cook Chiropractic Grandparents Day Rooney Printing Co. Scott & Jennifer Hughes(CC) D Bresina LLC (CC) Becky Rubenzer, Madilyn Spectrum Industries, Inc. Marian Hunt (CC) Diocese of La Crosse (MC) Rubenzer ‘31, Theresa Tom ‘85 & Beth Eder Davis Meinen ‘78 19 Class Notes

1960’s Cyrus and Ann Kuehl ‘12 Artz MEMORIAM Steve ‘67 and Carol Swoboda were welcome Aurelia Jeanne born Friday, surprised for their 50th wedding February 21, 2020. Grandma Mary Please join the MACS anniversary with a parade of John Kuehl ‘13H holding Aurelia (pic). community in prayerful Gale ‘06 Deere tractors driven by family, memory of deceased Jian Teng ‘15 successfully friends and neighbors on alumni, parents, and defended his master’s thesis via April 11, 2020. friends. Zoom. Following his graduation Marvin ‘67 and Mary Balow from the University of Iowa, he Mary Ruth Wadleigh ‘69 Schneider 50th Wedding will be pursuing a PhD degree in Grosskopf ‘41 Anniversary is July 18, 2020. mechanical engineering (fluid and April 14, 2020, San Diego, CA thermal track) at Brown University in Providence, Rhode Island. Charlotte Leavesseur 1990s McDaniel ‘41 Shelly Goulet Wohler ‘92 Anna Rasmus ‘16 graduated from April 1, 2020, Columbia, MS Son plays football for Muskego the University of Minnesota College (Junior Hunter Wohler) who was of Fine Arts with a B.F.A in Graphic Lois Rubenzer Taylor ‘47 named unanimous Associated Design. May 24, 2020, Edina, MN Press state player of the year by sportswriters from around the state. Madeleine Rietschel ‘16 received Shirley Stoffel Boos ‘48 her bachelors from UWEC March 22, 2020, Bloomer Steiger ‘11 Sykora 2000s Communications Sciences and The day after the SpaceX successful Disorders and will be attending Rita Schindler Bresina ‘48 launch and docked their manned University of Tennessee for a January 8, 2020, Chippewa Falls spacecraft at the International graduate degree in Speech Rosemary Adams Caron ‘50 Space Station (ISS), Jason August Pathology (pic). February 7, 2019, Bloomer ‘00 received the distinguished Silver Snoopy Award from NASA. Students named to the second This is rarely awarded. Jason was semester 2020 Dean’s List at the Continue to pBHF 21 the director of the group that Saint Mary’s University Winona, MN designed the docking system to were Nathan Hoglund ‘17 biology allow commercial spacecraft to land major and psychology minor. He is at the ISS. in the Pre-Physical Therapy program and on the track team. Eric Ohde We love hearing from alumni. Father Joe Baker ‘06 ‘17, and Rachel Ohde ‘17 each What’s Up? Send a note to Starting July 11, has been assigned with majors of business intelligence .BDL.FTTFOHFS!NBDTLXJVT as the pastor of Blessed Trinity & analytics (BI&A), finance, and or call the alumni office Catholic Parish in Lodi and Dane of management. Eric works full-time 715.723.0538 x3306. the Madison Diocese. for Fastenal. Rachel is a high jumper. Kuehl ‘12 Artz She and Nathan earned Academic Kayla and Seth Gale
h and big All-Minnesota Intercollegiate brother Sawyer welcome baby Athletic Conference recognition. Kinslee Nicole on March 14, 2020 (pic). Alex Ohde ‘17 was named UW-River Falls second semester Dean’s List in Caitlin, Bill McElroy ‘07 and big computer science and information brother Lincoln welcomed their son systems. Current internship at Henry Arthur on Thursday, May 28, Advanced Weighing Systems, Inc. 2020, 8lbs 6oz 19.75 inches (pic). in Chippewa Falls. Rietschel ‘16 Todd Jacobson ‘08 earned a Cory Hoglund ‘19 was one of Above: McDonell Master’s in Business Administration twenty-seven UW-Stout student- girls basketball Junior from Arizona State University. athletes to be selected to the 2019- Captain Anna Geissler 20 Blue Devil Academic Top Scholar with McDonell Alum at 2010s list for compiling the highest grade Lady Macks Bingo: L to Blake, Brittany Steiger ‘11 Sykora point average during the 2019- R: Jean Martin Small and Hendrick welcomed their 20 academic school year in their ‘50, Francis Simon ‘54, second child and baby sister respective sports. Men’s Basketball: Rita Martin Erickson Ms. Haisley Jean Sykora, born on majoring in applied biochemistry ‘60 May 14, 2020 (pic). and molecular biology. 20 McElroy ‘07 continued from page 20 Steve Samens ‘68 Doris Marion, parent of McDonell Lee Nadreau, son of alum October 17, 2019, Bloomer alum, March 17, 2020 May 3, 2020, Holts Summit Tom Wall ‘51 Menomonie, WI December 9, 2019, Barbara Liedl ‘71 Earl Hart, parent of alum Chippewa Falls February 11, 2020, Chippewa Falls Shawn Berg, parent of MACS May 23, 2020 Chippewa Falls students, son of alum, March 21, Robert Dachel ‘52 Tom Buchberger ‘73 2020, Chippewa Falls February 19, 2020, Chippewa Falls January 2, 2020, Brookfield, MN

Linus Miller ‘55 Toby Bogen ‘84 December 9, 2019, March 27, 2020, Chippewa Falls Athletes Recognized For Effort Eau Claire FRIENDS Francis Bohl ‘56 Robert “Rob” Jackson Former December 18, 2019, teacher and coach at McDonell Chippewa Falls November 30, 2019, Bloomer Patricia Sherman Solie ‘57 Joseph Wittrock, parent and May 10, 2020, Milwaukee, WI grandparent of McDonell alum Albert Caron ‘59 December 29, 2019, September 26, 2019, Eau Claire Chippewa Falls Rachel Smiskey Caleb Thornton Tom M. Costello ‘59 Joseph Schwebach, former October 26, 2019, Champlin, IL foundation board January 11, Father Mac Award 2020, Eau Claire This award is presented to the outstanding male and Dennis Rowan ‘59 female senior athletes. The award is based on grade December 13, 2019, Lyle Norquist, spouse and parent point average, number of years of participation in Chippewa Falls of alum, February 24, 2020, CF athletics at McDonell, and number of varsity letters John “Jack” Sinette ‘61 Dave Fish, parent and earned. Receiving the award for the Class of 2020 is August 25, 2019, Eau Claire grandparent of McDonell alum Rachel Smiskey and Caleb Thornton. March 16, 2020, Chippewa Falls Class Reunions Are you gathering face-to-face or virtual this year? Contact the Mack Messenger by email [email protected] with your class reunion information.

Class of 1960 - 60 Year Reunion Lexi Johnson Eion Kressin The class is planning on a Friday, September 4 social gathering at Bridgewater Restaurant from 3:00-6:00 Norm Rubenzer Courage and Desire Award p.m. and a Saturday, September 5 gathering 5:00-9:00 This award is based on nominations submitted by p.m. at the Fill Inn Station. RSVP to Ruth Haedorn, 113 coaches. Coaches nominate senior athletes who display W. Birch St., CF the characteristics of courage and desire, as well as A booklet will be put together on the class. Please sportsmanship, teamwork, leadership and a good send information on your family, your interests, work ethic. Receiving the award are Lexi Johnson and experiences, work, travel, hobbies, etc. Eion Kressin. Class of 1965 - 55 Year Reunion Our 55 year class reunion will be held on Saturday,

September 26, 2020 at the Fill-In Station. Please save Your class is looking for you! Update your contact information for classmates to locate that date. Any questions or if you have changed your you for reunions and casual gatherings. Go to our site: address, email, or phone number in the past four years McDonellAreaCatholic Schools.org under the Alumni please contact Steve or Jean Loiselle at 715.466.2451 link, or call us in the alumni office 715.723.0538 x3306. or by email. More information to follow. NON PROFIT ORG US POSTAGE PAID EAU CLAIRE WI 1316 Bel Air Blvd • Chippewa Falls, WI 54729-1908 PERMIT No 1557

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Watch for event status and all the latest news under the alumni quick link: www.McDonellAreaCatholicSchools.org PARENTS: IF THIS ISSUE IS ADDRESSED TO YOUR SON OR DAUGHTER WHO NO LONGER LIVES AT HOME, PLEASE CALL THE ALUMNI OFFICE WITH CORRECT ADDRESS: 715.723.0538 OR GO ONLINE: www.mcdonellareacatholicschools.org/alumni/ Cross Country Back to State The impressive season resulted in the third consecutive McDonell boys cross country team to make it to state. The team was also recognized as D3 Academic All State with a Team GPA of 3.71. Seniors Anthony Roach, Joey Thaler, and Caleb Thornton consistently on the high honors and the rest just below 3.5. (See page 7.)

Pictured L to R: Anthony Roach, Jake Siegenthaler, Max Hauser, Caleb Thornton, Luke Newton, Joey Thaler, and Dan Anderson.

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Boys Basketball Team Regional champions and Above: Assistant Coach Alex Baierl, assisting Andy sectional playoff winners! Smith, behind is Head Coach Adam Schilling, Isaac Bleskachek, Joey Janus. L to R: Landon Moulton, Aidan Misfeldt, Gavin Dorn, Trent Witkowski, Eion Kressin, Caleb Thornton, JD Bohaty, Max Hauser, Tanner Opsal, Jake Siegenthaler, Logan Hughes, Dan Anderson. Managers: Carter Grill, and Vincent Van Sleet, behind is Assistant Coach Morgan King (See page 7 for team information.)