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Winter 2021 THE FOR ALUMNICONNECTION & FRIENDS OF ST. VINCENT-ST. MARY HIGH SCHOOL A CATHOLIC SCHOOL IN THE MARIANIST TRADITION

TROY PORTIS VM06 RN, SUMMA HEALTH

IRISH ON THE FRONT LINES Alumni stories from the medical field during the COVID-19 pandemic theconnection

"HIGH ATOP A HILL IN AKRON" OUR MISSION In the spirit of the Gospel, we are committed to educate the whole person; to lead and to serve, enlightening the mind, developing the body, touching the heart, and inspiring the soul.

ALMA MATER High atop a hill in Akron, waves the Green and Gold. Proud she stands for truth and honor, courage strong and bold. Sound her praises, sing her glory, spirit will prevail! Ever stands our Alma Mater...St. Vincent-St. Mary Hail!

THE CONNECTION MAGAZINE OUR LEADERSHIP WINTER 2021 Executive Board Chairman John C. Weisensell Director of Communications Anthony Boarman President Thomas M. Carone VM77 Director of Alumni & Community Relations Principal Michelle Hlivko Schaeffer VM92 Kimberlee Gorr

FEATURES FOLLOW US! 8 12 STAY CONNECTED COVER ALUMNI STORY SPOTLIGHT www.stvm.com Alumni on the healthcare Features on several alumni front lines reflect on their doing some amazing things FOLLOW STVM ON SOCIAL MEDIA pandemic experiences. near and far.

16 20 ACADEMIC ATHLETIC SPOTLIGHT SPOTLIGHT See how STVM is navigating The Irish returned to the learning in-person and playing fields in the fall and @stvmirish virtually during a pandemic. continued to thrive.

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s many of you already know, this is my final A year as President of St. Vincent-St. Mary High School, “A Catholic School in the Marianist Tradition.” IT HAS BEEN "AN AMAZING During my twelve years at STVM, we have celebrated many successes while overcoming a JOURNEY, WHICH I WILL number of challenges. Through it all, the faculty, staff, board and community has continued to NEVER FORGET. I HOPE THAT provide a passionate commitment to our mission. YOU WILL CONTINUE TO Without that commitment, our successes would not have been possible. SUPPORT STVM AS WE MAKE A DIFFERENCE IN THE LIVES As STVM moves forward, the new strategic plan, “Our House - Our School - Our Plan,” is in the OF SO MANY STUDENTS... final stages of completion and will focus on the continuation of adapting to changing times that THE BEST IS YET TO COME! all Catholic schools are currently facing. Thank you to all of those who participated in the authoring of our new strategic plan. Mr. Tom Carone

I am deeply grateful to all of you that have President supported me during my time here at STVM. The friendships that I have made will last a lifetime and the memories will always be cherished.

It has been an amazing journey, which I will never forget. I hope that you will continue to support STVM as we make a difference in the lives of so many students...the best is yet to come!

God Bless. Stay Safe.

IRISH FOREVER!

Thomas M. Carone VM77 President

4 | THE CONNECTION WINTER 2021 SAVE THE DATE! MARCH 1-31, 2021 Attention St. Vincent High School, St. Mary High School, and St. Vincent-St. Mary High School Alumni! Coming to you March 1-31, MAPLE STREET MADNESS! The ultimate alumni fundraising competition that will redefine "High Atop a Hill in Akron" and decide which class reigns supreme! Be sure to follow our social media posts (@stvmirish) as we release more information on this exciting, inaugural event!

LEAVE A LEGACY AT ST. VINCENT-ST. MARY St. Vincent-St. Mary High School is built upon the rich history and traditions, which are deeply woven into the hearts of our Irish community. We continue to thrive and grow as a premier institution because of the unwavering support that we receive from our alumni, parents, grandparents, and friends who are committed to STVM. Our community moves forward with zeal and determination to support our students and live out the importance of our Catholic mission.

As a Marianist Community, we strive to build a strong community and create a legacy of giving for STVM under the patronage of our Blessed Mother who brings us to the most sacred heart of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. We invite you to be part of creating your own legacy and giving abundantly to our school community!

A beautiful way to build your legacy is by creating a planned gift for St. Vincent-St. Mary High School. Planned giving provides different giving vehicles for donors during their lifetime or at the end of their life. We welcome a discussion to explore your interest to support STVM and how you would like to define your legacy.

For more information about planned giving strategies, scan the QR code or contact Director of Advancement Tim Isabella at [email protected] or (330) 253-9113 ext. 152. Thank you for your SCAN FOR MORE INFO! consideration and commitment to St. Vincent-St. Mary High School! FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL MEDIA • @STVMIRISH | 5 green&goldnotes

MULLIN PLACES SECOND IN SHINING STAR CLE SINGING COMPETITION Senior Julia Mullin earned first runner-up in the Shining Star CLE virtual solo-singing competition in early September after a powerful virtual performance. She advanced through several rounds and competed against many talented vocalists in the area. STVM vocal music teacher Mrs. Brooke Arbaugh said, "I am so proud of Julia. She has such an amazing voice and is consistently striving to challenge herself in order to accelerate her performance skills."

AMERICAN RED CROSS BLOOD DRIVE The STVM Future Medics teamed up with the American Red Cross once again in order to help save lives. Despite the circumstances surrounding COVID-19, our STVM Future Medics leaders in the school helped to assist the Red Cross in hosting the first local blood drive at a high school or college since the pandemic started in March. Thank you to all of the STVM community members as well as people outside of our school community who signed up to give blood.

MARIANIST SPONSORSHIP RENEWED Accompanied by our Marianist student leaders, STVM President Mr. Tom Carone and Executive Board Chair President Mr. Jack Weisensell officially signed St. Vincent-St. Mary High School's five-year extension as a Marianist sponsored school. This Mariainst sponsorship offers STVM a continued approach to bolstering its Catholic identity, as well as the advantages of being part of a thriving network of Marianist-sponsored schools across the country. Learn more at stvm.com/marianist.

STVM NAMED A CISCO NETWORKING ACADEMY SCHOOL We are excited to announce that STVM has been accepted as a member of the Cisco Networking Academy. The Cisco Networking Academy transforms the lives of learners, educators and communities through the power of technology, education and career opportunities. This program will give us the opportunity to greatly expand our course offerings in several different technology areas including networking, programming, cyber security, infrastructure automation and so much more. Learn more at stvm.com/cisco.

STVM THEATRE UPGRADED: THANK YOU STVM COMMUNITY! As one curtain closes...a new one opens! We cannot thank the STVM community enough for their support of the Leprechaun Theatre Guild’s renovations. With all of the help and generosity, we were able to add all new seating (including handicap access), complete stage upgrades, new ceiling, carpet, speakers and lighting. Our students and audience will have an enhanced experience because of these upgrades. Take a 3D tour of the space at stvm.com/theatre.

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STVM TO RECEIVE OHIO HISTORICAL MARKER We are excited to announce that St. Vincent-St. Mary was recently accepted to receive an Ohio Historical Marker on its campus! As the oldest operating high school (public or private) in Akron and one of the oldest Catholic high schools in the State of Ohio, STVM (combined with the histories of St. Mary & St. Vincent) has a vast history that will now be recognized through one of the Ohio History Connection's 1,800 markers throughout the State. Learn more at stvm.com/marker.

STVM STUDENTS BUILD ONLINE SPIRIT STORE Are you looking for a gift for your favorite Irish fan?! Check out our great items on the new STVM Spirit Store. This website was designed by our very own students in Mrs. Gupta's Digital Applications & Web Design class. It was created over the course of a few weeks and is officially open for business. Get started at stvm.com/bookstore.

BAND STUDENTS HOST INAUGURAL FALL FEST IN THE STVM GARDEN The STVM marching band put on a fun event on a beautiful fall afternoon on October 17 in the STVM Garden. Fall Fest was a real treat during a time where most public events were canceled. Many thanks go out to all who were involved in setting up and running the event as well as to our talented student performers.

LEARNING RESOURCE CENTER RECEIVES UPDATES Thanks to the James Burdon 5K and the LeBron James Family Foundation, the Learning Resource Center was transformed over the summer and fall of 2020. With all of the other investments to the LRC, our students and staff members now have three amazing interconnected spaces to meet, study and build memories! Take a 3D tour of the new and updated spaces in the LRC at stvm.com/innovation-hub.

WEBB AWARDED QUESTBRIDGE SCHOLARSHIP Senior Myiah Webb was recently awarded the Questbridge National College Match Scholarship! Out of the 18,000 people that applied, Myiah was among 6,885 finalists chosen. Only 1,464 of those finalists were matched and Myiah was among them! Myiah matched with Tufts University in Massachusetts, where she will be attending next fall with a full four-year ride. We are proud of the work that Myiah put into this, which will grant her an amazing opportunity at a top-tier school beginning in the fall of 2021.

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hroughout the pandemic, STVM alumni have been working tirelessly on the front lines of the medical field. From doctors and nurses to medics and mental health professionals, our alums open up to share their experiences with Tour school community. The STVM family thanks them for continuing to show up every day as they help in the fight against COVID-19.

TROY PORTIS VM06 How did your time at STVM impact goals. Mrs. Anderson also showed Registered Nurse your decision to work in the medical me a great deal of support. She saw Summa Akron City Hospital field? me for the young man that I was and helped me overcome many of Why did you choose My time at STVM has shown me the obstacles that young men go the medical field? the importance of a community through. I faced some challenging atmosphere. I felt supported and times personally during the time I was I chose a career in encouraged by those at STVM at STVM, and I am thankful for the the medical field to explore what would help me teachers who dug deeper into what because I wanted grow most as a man. The faculty I was experiencing and did not let to be a vessel of continuously demonstrated love and me rest on my laurels. I am thankful God and to do professionalism. I felt like the faculty for those who encouraged me to His work and serve those most in and community at STVM allowed continue to grow spiritually and need. I felt called to help those who me to feel secure, recognized, and intellectually. I felt like I was never are vulnerable in our community. comforted. I wanted to be able to given up on and always encouraged I wanted to choose a career that I provide those same experiences for to become my best self. could feel proud of because of the those I’d encounter in my life as a positive difference I can try to make in medical professional. I am thankful What has been the biggest challenge people’s lives. I feel it is a true honor for the community of faith and the during the COVID-19 pandemic? to serve others and I am thankful for relationships I formed. Specifically, the opportunity to do so. I have the Mrs. Dolan stands out as someone The biggest challenge has been the opportunity as a nurse to be a servant who always went above and beyond way that the people in the health care leader that allows me to explore ways to remind me to keep pressing system have become exhausted on that I can become a better man. I on and push through whatever many levels. Some of the most crucial grew up in Akron and it is important obstacles I was facing. She believed parts of a person’s well being have to me to work for an organization that in, supported, and gave me the been altered by being sick at a time supports the community that brought incentive to keep trying to reach my of a worldwide pandemic. There have me up to be the person that I am.

8 | THE CONNECTION WINTER 2021 been many issues happening in our MARIHELYN HORRIGAN VM86 How did your time at STVM impact world this year that have affected Community Impact Manager your decision to work in the medical the physical and emotional health, AxessPointe Community Health field? spirituality, and financial well-being of many people. My mindset as a nurse Why did you choose I look back at my time at STVM and is not only to treat the illness but the the medical field? I didn't realize how much those person as a whole. Many patients very short years prepared me for a have so much tension and stress in I am not sure I chose career in nursing. From Sr. Benita not their lives for these reasons, so it has the medical field, allowing us to say goodbye at the been tough to continue to encourage but the medical field end of a class and instead always people during these times. It has chose me. I did not ending with a "see ya later," to Mr. become extremely challenging to finish college on the Klotz's terrible jokes. Looking back, provide the optimal level of care traditional track. I enjoyed college they were honestly funny because that I pride myself in giving. I always my early years a little too much and those jokes taught us to not take strive to provide holistic care to my was redirected to take some time off. ourselves too seriously. Mrs. Dunn's patients that includes in-person Those were some fun years. I went practical advice in home economics family involvement. It has been on to different jobs from a grocery and lastly Mrs. Longville was always extremely challenging and heart clerk to DiFeo's poultry to a daycare so gentle and loving, bringing breaking to watch our patients who worker. I could write a sappy story of her students to the student center are so vulnerable in so many ways how I wanted to make a difference to have lunch with the rest of the to face their medical struggles all and have different opportunities students. Teaching us we all are one on their own. We have become but that would be very misleading. and to treat each other with love and family, friend and caregiver to all of I wanted a secure job, with decent respect. To this day, I never leave a these patients who physically have pay and an opportunity to be home patient with a goodbye, it's always no one else during their stay in the with my children. The three 12 hour "I'll see ya later." I most certainly hospital. I am thankful that I am able days were a huge attraction to me. never take myself too seriously...if to be a source of comfort for people, I started nursing school and did I did, I would go mad. I am always but COVID-19 has forced us all to well in my core classes and then practical and still when caring for an step up and do things we would started my clinicals. My first clinical individual. Last but not least, we all have never been expected to do day was one of the best days of my are one in God's eyes and should otherwise. I have chosen to elevate life. That day was the day that I was always be treated as such. my faith in God. As His vessel, I will chosen by the medical field. I had continue to strengthen teamwork never been so comfortable as I was What has been the biggest challenge and camaraderie to allow us all to caring for another individual. The during the COVID-19 pandemic? get through this together. We have level of satisfaction it left me with learned through this awful time that at the end of the day could not be To watch the devastation this there is a special opportunity to measured, not even monetarily. So disease can do to a family. I work grow. I will not let the complications when someone asks me why I chose in a community outreach setting. I of COVID-19 get in the way of me nursing, I can say that I didn't...it have been tasked to be one of the providing care to the whole person chose me. nurses at our clinic to administer the and feeling proud of the way I am COVID-19 testing. With each test you able to serve. give, it's imperative you greet each

FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL MEDIA • @STVMIRISH | 9 featurestory patient is as if you have known them with my hands through osteopathic equipment. Therefore, we could all their life. When you do this you manipulative therapy, I have the daily not allow our third and fourth year see the fear subside even it is for a opportunity to perform corporal medical students in the hospital for short period. As an outreach impact works of mercy. months. They had to learn through manager, it's important to think of online cases and lectures instead practical, smart ways to assist patients How did your time at STVM impact of caring for real patients. Upon to overcome barriers to social your decision to work in the medical their return, we sorted through determinants of health. An example field? physical distancing in exam would be when a patient tests rooms, incorporating students into positive, odds are the entire family Mrs. Windhorst's encouragement telemedicine visits, and reconfiguring could be positive. They are unable to kept me going on this long road! group learning experiences. Now, get food or diapers due to needing Through her Future Medics club, each face to face clinical encounter to quarantine. At AxessPointe we are I was able to set up shadowing is of the utmost importance for their blessed through community grants experiences to help me see if education. Almost one year into to have a food pantry and personal medicine was right for me. One of this pandemic, we realize that these hygiene closet. So, I would deliver my favorite shadowing experiences students don't get a do-over of food and diapers and drop them on was a day with Dr. David Sweet, a medical school! It has caused me to the front porch. This pandemic has master clinician-teacher at Summa's be a huge advocate for quality clinical caused individuals with addictions Internal Medicine Center. It is a learning experiences for them. to tailspin due to the solitude of privilege to now share in the work Finally, COVID-19 has decreased being alone. It's your job as a nurse of medical education just two the overall state of health in our to follow up on their mental health. floors above Dr. Sweet! Also, my AP community. Many people are too It's about having a steady hand and Biology class with Mrs. Chionchio afraid to come in for a visit despite a strong voice. I have had to be gave me a great foundation for my our best efforts to keep everyone patient's advocates when otherwise undergraduate biology degree. She safe. Mental health issues and chronic they have none. It is drawing on who taught me the principles of scientific diseases have gone unchecked. you have become and using those inquiry, which still fuels my clinical Preventative care has been put moral building blocks that have been curiosity. on pause. My patients who are cemented in my soul for those four working parents are stretched by the years of a time in my life at the school What has been the biggest challenge demands of their children's distance high atop a hill in Akron! during the COVID-19 pandemic? learning. Addiction, violence, and despair are tearing families apart. I COVID-19 changed everything about can't wait to resume my group visits ANNE VALERIE WHITE VM96 the practice of medicine. It forced us for new moms in addiction recovery. Family Physician & Associate to adapt rapidly to keep our patients I am looking forward to hugging Residency Director and team safe, while still providing my patients again. Hope is on the Summa Health Family Medicine quality care. Our team found horizon! new ways to meet the healthcare Why did you choose needs of our community, including the medical field? implementation of telemedicine visits. My partners and residents I chose to become are currently providing hospitalist a physician because coverage so that Summa's hospitalist I felt the call within groups can focus on caring for my soul to use my COVID patients. This has presented hands to do God's some logistical challenges with work. My community supported covering office visits in a 30+ provider me through difficult times and this practice. I am proud to say that we is how I discerned to give back. I have worked well together under Irish on the love the breadth of family medicine, these circumstances, and actually my chosen specialty, because each increased the number of patients we FRONT LINES encounter is a call to serve in a care for daily! It has also changed Read more alumni stories from the different way. From prenatal care, the way we teach our medical front line at stvm.com/frontline to delivery, to wellness, to chronic students. Early in the pandemic, we disease management, to healing had to preserve personal protective

10 | THE CONNECTION WINTER 2021 MATT CARLSON VM15 whether contracting the virus or have the testing available. This was Firefighter/Medic suffering the ripple effects. Overall, frustrating because the doctors University Fire - Fairbanks, Alaska being a first responder during a wanted answers and we were unable pandemic has been very difficult, but to provide them due the lack of Why did you choose I'm thankful I'm in a position to where available testing. Once testing was the medical field? I can serve my community. available, we had a limited supply of testing material. This meant that I always knew we had to prioritize what would that I would end ALEX PIGLIA VM08 be tested at our hospital with what up working in the Medical Laboratory Scientist should be sent to Cleveland Clinic's medical field. I can Cleveland Clinic Hillcrest lab. Eventually, we were able to get almost fully attribute enough testing material to be able that to being raised by a nurse and Why did you choose to run more tests at our lab without seeing my mom's innate ability to the medical field? having to send as many specimens show compassion toward others. It's The main reason I to main campus. This helped give a inspiring to see someone give so chose the medical better turn-around-time for patient selflessly and be with a patient on field was because results, but the demand for testing their worst of days; especially during I wanted to help was and still is very high. We don't a pandemic. I ended up in the Fire/ people. The other have enough lab personnel for EMS world for the opportunity to reasons were I do testing compared to the number of serve my community and try to follow not like wearing business attire and tests being sent to the lab, and this in my mom's footsteps. I knew I wouldn't enjoy the typical still remains a problem. The shortage nine-to-five job at a desk. of lab personnel has been a struggle How did your time at STVM impact because not enough people are your decision to work in the medical How did your time at STVM impact going into this field most likely due to field? your decision to work in the medical the lack of knowledge that this field field? exists and we are responsible for 70% I really enjoyed my science classes of all medical decisions. at STVM, especially AP Biology with Starting my sophomore year, I joined Mrs. Miller. My favorite memory was the Sports Medicine program at dissecting pigs with Taylor Ceepo STVM, which opened a door into the and the Misbreners. I think that class medical field. I really enjoyed learning really created a love of medicine and how to tape ankles and wrists, take science in all of us. care of athletes and learning from B Knight (STVM Athletic Trainer). This What has been the biggest challenge made me think that I would enjoy during the COVID-19 pandemic? some sort of career in the medical field, so I started researching majors The biggest challenge for me has and visiting colleges. I went to been seeing the secondary effects Walsh University and graduated of those that aren't necessarily with a degree in Clinical Laboratory diagnosed with COVID-19. Many Science. After graduating, I attended patients are terrified to go to hospital the Cooperative Medical Technology and risk exposure, which results in Program of Akron to get my delayed treatment for other medical certification as a Medical Laboratory issues. I've seen patients wait three Scientist. I'm over six years into this days to call 911 while having a heart field and love it. SCAN FOR MORE STORIES! attack because they were afraid of contracting COVID-19 at the hospital. What has been the biggest challenge In addition, suicide and depression during the COVID-19 pandemic? rates have been increasing because the pandemic has caused a lot of There have been several major isolation/job insecurities/mental challenges the lab faced during the health crises. It's tough to see so COVID-19 pandemic. When the many people affected by COVID-19, pandemic first started, we didn't

FROM ROCKETS TO WEBSITES Meet the Team (All 2019 Graduates) Six young alums turn their passion into entrepreneurship Christian Wierzbicki | Founder and CEO Christian is a student at Kent State University ix members of the Class of 2019 turned friends. They recently developed a website studying Computer Science. S their drive and passion for technology for Steve Buzzi VM84. Buzzi's company, Our into a new business venture, Industry Five Best Friends’ Cookies, sells quality dog treats Fiona Gaffney | Business Manager Services. Christian Wierzbicki, Fiona Gaffney, in stores and online. Buzzi was having issues Fiona is working on her double major of Physics and International Relations at the University of Nicholas Llewellyn, Ryan Thune, Evan Tipton with his website (obfcookies.com) and was in Rochester. and Jason Turschak all met during their time need of someone to manage and maintain it. on Maple Street and most of them were a Enter Industry Five Services, who helped Buzzi Nicholas Llewellyn | Director of Products & Services part of STVM’s nationally recognized Student get up-to-speed with a new website and a Nicholas is a student at The Ohio State University Launch team. This team has qualified and user-friendly e-commerce platform. They also and is studying Computer Science, with a minor in competed in NASA’s highly regarded Student developed a marketing plan and ideas to drive both Mathematics and Business. Launch competition in Huntsville, Alabama business for My Best Friends' Cookies. Buzzi for almost a decade. During their senior year has been very pleased with how Industry Five Ryan Thune | Marketing Director at the April 2019 NASA competition, their Services has helped his company and is happy Ryan is a student at The Ohio State University and is working on a degree in Accounting with a minor in multi-dimensional magnetic levitation system he can support fellow STVM alumni by being Computer Information Systems and Economics. was so highly regarded, they decided to a client. Buzzi said, “I reached out to Industry pursue a patent inspired by their design. The Five Services because I knew they were a part Evan Tipton | Project Manager and Sales Director patent process is still ongoing, but it allowed of the Irish community. I feel strongly that we Evan is a student at the University of Pittsburgh and them to form their first business, Remanence should support anyone in our STVM family just is working on a degree in Computer Engineering. Technology Group. as we would want family and friends to support our immediate family. It’s what makes our Jason Turschak | Sales After spending many hours researching and community stronger.” Jason is a student at The Ohio State University and collaborating for both their Student Launch is studying Mechanical Engineering. project and Remanence Technology Group, the Congratulations to these six individuals on the six STVM alums discovered their unique ability success of their new business! We are so proud to work well together and wanted to continue of all that they have accomplished so far and to use their skills in a professional setting. cannot wait to see what unfolds in the next Out of this, Industry Five Services was born. few years as they graduate from college and Industry Five Services offers a variety of online continue your business venture. services, including website development, digital advertising, SEO services and custom To learn more about Industry Five Services, application development. visit their website at industry5.co/. You can also find them on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and Industry Five Services' has been building their LinkedIn. client list, which has included STVM alumni and

(L to R): Evan Tipton, Nicholas Llewellyn, Christian Wierzbicki, Fiona Gaffney, Ryan Thune; Not pictured: Jason Turschak

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ALUMNI PLACED IN STVM HOUSES In early November, all alumni were officially included and placed in our newly launched House System.ß The House System is a strategic plan created to enhance the overall student experience. It allows for students to individually develop in their faith, leadership, community and service. The House System also establishes new opportunities for the growth and formation of relationships with peers across all grade levels, which organically increases a student’s sense of identity and belonging. As a family, we wanted to make sure to include all alums in on the fun! Visit stvm.com/alumni-houses to find your House and learn more.

PAMER UNCOVERS STVM CONNECTION WHILE REMODELING HOME When Katie Pamer VM13 moved to her first home in West Akron in the fall of 2020, she instantly fell in love with its character and charm. Like any first-time home buyer, she was excited to make it her own. As Pamer started to peel back layers of wallpaper, she not only came across funny messages that the previous owners wrote on the walls, she came across a list of nine family member's names from 1977 and quickly realized this home had a STVM connection to the Mullin family, whose legacy runs deep on Maple Street. See the full story and more photos on our website at stvm.com/pamer.

ALUMNI ASSOCIATION LEGACY SCHOLARSHIP WINNERS Congratulations to the Class of 2021 Alumni Association Legacy Scholarship recipients! (pictured L to R): Diana Metzler - mother Kay (Signorino) Metzler VM92; Matthew Dennee - mother Anne (Morgan) Dennee VM89; grandmother Theresa (Walter) Morgan V55; Emily Bame - mother Kate (Dangel) Bame VM87; grandparents Carl V51 and Joan (Latham) Dangel V51; Sean Dodd - mother Beth Randall-Dodd VM81; grandmother Julie (Censky) Randall V56; Angela Peterson - mother Maria (Donatelli) Peterson VM90; grandfather Robert Donatelli V62.

GERZANICS & FEEZEL APPOINTED TO LEADERSHIP POSITIONS AT AKRON This past year, two graduates have been appointed to leadership positions at the University of Akron. McKenzie Gerzanics VM12 was selected to serve as a student trustee on UA's Board of Trustees. Gerzanics earned her bachelor's degree and is currently enrolled in the School of Law. Kevin Feezel VM17 was elected Student Body President for the 2020- 2021 school year. His platform, "#ZipsHeartbeat," focuses on addressing student mental health, food and housing insecurity, and building a stronger Zips community. Kevin is a senior Political Science student at UA.

JAMES RACKS UP AWARDS 2020 was a big year for LeBron James VM03. On top of leading the Los Angeles Lakers to their first NBA title in a decade while winning his fourth Bill Russell NBA Finals MVP trophy, James was honored by multiple media outlets for his play on the court and most importantly, his work off of it. James was named Sports Illustrated's Sportsperson of the Year and was their Muhammad Ali Legacy Award recipient for his foundation's amazing work with the I Promise School in Akron. James was also named TIME Magazine's Athlete of the Year and the Associated Press Male Athlete of the Year.

CARLA CHAPMAN VM89 much attention from larger Division I schools, so he was Akron Public Schools fortunate to have a strong academic background that helped him gain interest from a number of schools that In the fall of 2020, Carla Chapman had high-level academic requirements. He eventually VM81 was a recipient of the Ohio decided on Dartmouth to continue his academic and STEM Learning Network's 2020 football career. His path was very similar in college as Ohio STEM Innovator Award! it was in high school: unknown and undersized. Lalos Chapman is currently the Director didn't see the field his freshman year and battled of Community Relations, Diversity, through a case of meningitis during the end of his Equity and Inclusion for Akron sophomore season. By the time he was a senior, Lalos Public Schools. When COVID-19 hit, Chapman and her was a force. He had a record breaking senior season team created the Connectors program. for the Big Green where he was named to the All-Ivy League First Team and capped off his career as the According to the Ohio Department of Education's MVP of the Hula Bowl in Hawaii. In this senior showcase website, "Through the program, 254 trained, non- game, he had three tackles for a loss, two sacks and a instructional staff members called Akron students to forced fumble. determine their needs, logging more than 10,000 interactions during 52 days of remote learning. The After a stellar senior season, Lalos knew that his NFL program helped many of the approximately 22,000 dream was possible, but when the pandemic hit, it Akron students with such things as using unfamiliar limited his chances to get in front of NFL teams. With technology at home to accessing food, health care and gyms closed, he had some help from a STVM family child care. And the program is underway again for the member: George Michaels VM84. Lalos spent many new school year." hours in Michaels' home gym to continue to prepare for his opportunity. Much like his college recruiting Chapman was a member of the 1979 and 1980 girls process, he was overlooked during the NFL Draft, but State Championship basketball teams at STVM. After the New York Giants signed him as an undrafted free her career at STVM, she moved on to continue her agent shortly after. Lalos was eventually cut by the academic and basketball career at The Ohio State Giants, but was offered a spot on the practice squad. University. Ms. Chapman has been with the Akron Public He used that as an opportunity to grow and continue School district since 1994. to prove that he belonged. That patience and work ethic that Lalos developed in high school and college paid off when he got the call-up during week 12 of the season. NIKO LALOS VM16 New York Giants November 29, 2020 vs. the Cincinnati Bengals was the culmination of many years of perseverance. Lalos This past fall, Niko Lalos' dreams said, "Hard work does pay off. Continuing to believe in of playing in the NFL became yourself and to push yourself is key to achieving your a reality after he was added potential. Patience and confidence help along the way." to the New York Giants active roster and he officially suited up for a week 12 match-up vs. the Cincinnati Bengals. In that game, OLIVER HILDEBRANDT VM11 Lalos recorded an interception and a QB pressure. The Apollo Global Management following week, Lalos played a career high 26 snaps and recovered a fumble. Oliver Hildebrandt VM11 was recently named to the 2021 Lalos' journey to get to that point wasn't an easy one. Forbes "30 under 30" list in the He entered STVM as an undersized and unknown finance category. As an associate commodity. Through patience, a diligent work ethic and at Apollo Global Management the guidance of his coaches (Head Football Coach Dan In New York, Hildebrandt is Boarman V70, Defensive Coordinator Marcus Wattley considered a rising star in the and Head Basketball Coach Dru Joyce), Lalos thrived on company's $300 billion in assets credit business. From the field and court. Football and basketball weren't the Forbes.com: "A rising star in Apollo's $300 billion in only things that excelled at, though. Lalos didn't receive assets credit business, where Hildebrandt is a deal

14 | THE CONNECTION WINTER 2021 (Hildebrandt continued) today. "My time at STVM was a highlight in my career captain and invests in structured credit and asset for a long time, and I still look back on winning the State backed securities. In 2019, Oliver screened 110 Championship in 2012. I hold on to it because that’s potential investment opportunities amounting to when I flipped a competitive switch inside my mind, 36 transactions, deploying $1.6 billion of capital. and if I was going to go for it I would go for it all." When Covid-19 hit, Hildebrandt was a key player in re-underwriting the team's $18bn CLO portfolio In December of 2020, Iacofano would once again and is relied upon by senior partners and managing test his will after months of recovery mixed with cross directors." and marathon training. He did so by running in The Marathon Project in Chandler, Arizona. It was on this day that Iacofano ran a personal best marathon in MICK IACOFANO VM13 2:09:55, posting a swift 4:57 min/mile time. Iacofano came in 7th overall and placed himself in the top 20 list Idaho Distance Project of all-time U.S. marathoners. "In a year that seemed to be filled with negativity, it (The Marathon Project) was Throughout the last few years, an opportunity. Sometimes that is all you need, and in Mick Iacofano thought that his that moment it gives you a purpose to keep striving for competitive running days were something more," Iacofano said. numbered, but a re-invigorating race in late-2020 restored his Even though the 2020 Olympic Trials came and went, drive and confidence. his renewed confidence and focus is now set on Photo Credit: Justin Britton something more: the 2024 Olympics. The 2012 OHSAA Division II State Champion was coming off of a college career at Kentucky where he battled injuries and had a difficult time finding a balance with his rigorous education workload in AIDAN SIVAK VM20 mechanical engineering. The goals that he had set for Eagle Scout Troop 215 himself at Kentucky never quite panned out until his senior year, but even then, his drive to compete had Green Street Stadium is the recipi- wavered. By the time graduation rolled around, he ent of a beautiful new grotto at the shifted his competitive running training to marathons. south end of the stadium thanks to Aidan Sivak VM20's Eagle Scout In 2019, Iacofano was set to run the Berlin Marathon, project! As a member of Troop but developed a stress fracture in his left fibula. He 215, sponsored by St. Francis de pulled out of this race in order to recover, train and be Sales Catholic Church in Akron, prepared for the 2020 Olympic Trials. Iacofano said, Aidan wanted to create a special place for Mary in the "Training for trials was going better than expected. In stadium where teams and individuals could pray before fact, it was probably the best I had been training in and after games. my entire life to date." Unfortunately, Iacofano had another frustrating setback. This time, a stress fracture With the help of friends, some local professionals and in his right fibula. Against his better judgment, Iacofano businesses, this project was made possible. Thank decided to still participate in the U.S. Cross Country you to Fr. Thomas of St. Andrews for officially blessing Championship race in order to stay on pace for the the grotto on Friday, October 9 during a short service. Olympic Trials and because of the promise his team Aidan's friends and family members were in attendance showed. It became apparent very early in the race that (including his grandmother Ellen Ost McAvoy V60, Iacofano did more harm than good, which sidelined mother Mary Ellen McAvoy VM87, father Craig Sivak him indefinitely. Iacofano said, "While I was training VM85 and siblings Cullen VM22, Kerrigan VM26 and for the Trials, it pained me greatly to watch from the Ronan VM28). sidelines and see my dreams slip away. I thought for sure I was done running competitively." Down, but not out, Iacofano used a drive, grit and determination that he learned as a young runner at STVM to push forward.

Iacofano's time at STVM had a direct impact on him and #IRISHFOREVER where he often channels his desire to succeed even

principal'sperspective ast year at this time, no one could have predicted the " L unprecedented limitations, fears and conditions that each and everyone of us would experience during the next twelve months. Additionally, nothing in my 25 years in education could have prepared me for the turmoil and the upheaval that schools would experience due to the onset and spread of COVID-19. This has been a very trying time for teachers and students alike. Thankfully, we are NOT ONLY "HAVE WE blessed with a talented and dedicated faculty and staff at STVM, who have facilitated us in experiencing significant growth and success BEEN ABLE TO OFFER this past fall. Not only have we been able to offer robust educational programming, in both a virtual and in-person format, we have also ROBUST EDUCATIONAL been able to introduce several exciting and progressive initiatives. PROGRAMMING IN BOTH A One of those initiatives resulted in STVM being selected as a VIRTUAL AND IN-PERSON Cisco Networking Academy school. The Cisco Networking Academy is a comprehensive e-learning program that provides FORMAT, WE HAVE ALSO students with the internet technology skills essential in a global economy. The Networking Academy delivers web-based content, BEEN ABLE TO INTRODUCE online assessment, student performance tracking, hands-on labs, instructor training and support and preparation for industry SEVERAL EXCITING AND standard certifications. Every course that will be offered through this program will utilize curricula prepared by industry and education PROGRESSIVE INITIATIVES. professionals. We believe that all of these experiences will be extremely helpful to our students. Learn more about this new partnership by visiting stvm.com/cisco. Mrs. Kimberlee Gorr Additionally, this January we launched a transition-to-work program for students with special needs. In partnership with the Charles and Principal Salome Reymann Foundation, we are now able to offer transition services, which will include career exploration and job based internships to ensure that our students have the necessary skills to be successful in the workplace. As part of the vocational training classes, students will receive job coaching while working at local businesses. We are hopeful that this experience will increase their ability to gain employment upon graduation. We would love for our students to make connections with alumni businesses, so please let us know if you would be interested in learning more about this new and exciting program!

As always, we continue to look forward with enthusiasm and excitement. In preparation for the 2021-2022 school year, we are increasing the number of electives that STVM will be offering. We are not content to rest on past successes and are constantly striving to enhance and improve our curricula and student opportunities. We have added new electives in STEM, theology, broadcasting and television production and have increased Advanced Placement and College Credit Plus course offerings. The addition of a new art teacher will also allow us to expand and diversify courses in the visual arts department.

As I reflect on the ending of 2020, I could not be more thankful for our faculty and staff, students and families of STVM. This has been a very trying time for many adults, and even more so for our students. I am extremely grateful for the dedication and enjoyment that the students bring to the halls of STVM each and every day and I can only look forward with hope to brighter days ahead.

God Bless,

Kimberlee Gorr Principal

16 | THE CONNECTION WINTER 2021 academicsnapshot

ACADEMIC SNAPSHOT

espite every hurdle imaginable, our students and faculty persevered in order to make the most out of the first Dfull semester in the midst of a pandemic. Masks and persistent cleaning has been mandated, but through it all, plays were performed, rockets were developed, awards were won, the House System was launched, hikes were taken, bowling balls were swung, bands marched and most importantly, students were provided a level of normalcy in their life at a time where very little has been routine. If there is one thing that we have learned to appreciate since last March, it's the importance of human interaction. The support system that is the STVM family has continued to allow our students to thrive in the classroom and in all of the amazing things they do outside of it.

Student Launch's Proposal Accepted by NASA House Pumpkin Painting Contest

Local History CVNP Field Trip Marching Band Plays During Halftime

Honors Algebra/Physics Pendulum Activity House Sidewalk Chalk Contest College Board "AP Scholars"

The Leprechaun Theatre Guild's AP Stats Barbie Bungee Activity A Midsummer Night's Dream

AP Environmental Science Eco-Lab Field Work House Scavenger Hunt Family Studies Gender Reveal

25 4,500 10 Families sponsored Items and $1,500 Virtual Masses and during our 36th annual collected for the St. Vincent prayer services hosted Adopt-a-Family program de Paul Food Pantry during the first semester

18 | THE CONNECTION WINTER 2021 Marianist LIFE leaders "set the table" during the Class of 2024's first day in order to show them what it means to be a Marianist school.

Veterans Day Prayer Service Opening School Mass

Feast of the Immaculate Conception Feast of the Immaculate Conception

Our girls cross country team qualified for the state meet for the 13th straight year. This was also the 15th year in a row that STVM had a boys team had at least one runner qualify.

On November 7, 2020 at the state championship race in Obetz, Ohio, our girls finished 3rd overall with Kate Saum (24th) and Theresa Hagey (25th) finishing in the top 25 of 175+ runners.

(From L to R): A. Rea, A. Moll, K. Saum, S. Porchowsky, T. Hagey, O. Kindbom, A. McVicker, C. Powers

20 | THE CONNECTION WINTER 2021 BRANHAM JOINS ELITE 1,000 POINT CLUB AT STVM Congratulations to senior Malaki Branham for officially becoming the 16th player in STVM Basketball history to tally 1,000+ points. He surpassed this mark in the 3rd quarter of a 70-57 win over Richmond Heights on Monday, December 28. Branham is a four-year letter winner for the Fighting Irish and a Ohio State commit.

FIVE STUDENT-ATHLETES SIGN NATIONAL LETTERS OF INTENT Over the course of the fall and early winter, five senior student-athletes signed National Lettes of Intent to continue their academic and athletic careers at the next level! Congratultions to these individuals: Theresa Hagey, cross country/track (Ohio); Malaki Branham, basketball (Ohio State); Macyo Williams, football (Kent State); Darrien Lewis, football (Akron); Andrew Morse, baseall (Walsh). We are Irish proud!

SEVEN HONORED IN CLEVELAND.COM ALL-DECADE TEAM In late November, Cleveland.com released their all-decade teams for football and basketball. Seven of our own Fighting Irish were recognized! Receiving the highest honor was Coach Dru Joyce, who was named Cleveland.com's Coach of the Decade. Others honored were: Parris Campbell VM14 (All Decade); Dante Booker VM14 (All Decade); Doran Grant VM11 (Honorable Mention); Scott Walter VM18 (Honorable Mention); Jayvon Graves VM17 (2nd Team); and Henry Baddley VM16 (Honorable Mention).

BOYS SOCCER TEAM DONATES $500 TO SCHOLARSHIP This fall, the boys soccer team made a $500 donation to the Brenda Powell Memorial Scholarship fund at Akron Children's Hospital. This scholarship will help to provide one or more scholarships annually to a graduating high senior who is, or has been, a hematology or oncology patient at Akron Children’s Hospital and is seeking additional education.

JOYCE SURPASSES 400 CAREER WINS Congratulations to STVM Head Boys Basketball Coach Dru Joyce for surpassing 400 wins on Saturday, January 9 vs. Phoenix College Prep! Coach Joyce is in his 20th season for the Fighting Irish and has racked up some impressive statistics. Beyond the numbers, Coach Joyce has provided a strong foundation of leadership and mentorship for our student-athletes throughout the years and has impacted so many people. Congratulations to Coach Joyce on this wonderful accomplishment!

STVM Family,

I am excited to be part of the Irish community and look forward to doing my part to help advance St. Vincent-St. Mary High School, honoring the rich THANK YOU! history and traditions that are so apparent at this wonderful institution. We were speechless when we tallied the results of our 24 hours of giving and gratitude during #weGiveCatholic on Giving Tuesday this past December. YOU changed a student's Despite the challenges of the pandemic, the life. YOU gave us the resources to continue to improve our Advancement team has continued to adapt and campus. YOU supported Catholic education at St. Vincent-St. Mary. For that, we thank you! innovate our fundraising objectives and successfully partner with our Executive Board, Foundation Board, On Giving Tuesday, the STVM family came together to raise other school Departments and our STVM community an extraordinary amount of money to aide in our efforts to continue to provide one of the best student experiences in in order to create exciting, sustainable opportunities Northeast Ohio. Overall, we surpassed our donor goal with of financial growth for our school. 358 new donors and brought in over $146,000!

We had eight challenges throughout the day and met our The Marianist mission is the foundation of who we donor goal for all of those. Thank you to the generous are as a community. Under the patronage of our supporters of STVM who provided a match and helped Blessed Mother, we are called to live, love and us increase our total amount during #weGiveCatholic! serve our students with courage and look at our You also earned us additional money from the Catholic Community Foundation throughout the day due to our school challenges with great trust that Our Lady will bring community's support. our needs to the Lord. On behalf of the Advancement team, our staff and our students, we cannot thank the Irish community enough for In my short tenure at the school, success is supporting us in our efforts to provide the best Catholic happening quickly! Our community continues to education in Northeast Ohio! give generously and it allows us to meet more of the immediate needs at the school. STVM is finalizing a five-year strategic plan that has very specific, attainable objectives. I am confident that we will exceed these objectives and build upon our continued success.

Thank you for your warm welcome to the STVM family and I look forward to meeting many of you in the near future. Go Irish!

Tim Isabella Director of Advancement

22 | THE CONNECTION WINTER 2021 Shamr ck Society ST. VINCENT-ST. MARY HIGH SCHOOL

This listing represents Shamrock Society donors who made a gift of $1,000 or greater to The Fund for STVM from July 1, 2020 to December 31, 2020. These donors have earned membership for the 2021-2022 school year. Shamrock Society members receive free admittance for two to all theater productions, band performances and athletic events held on the St. Vincent-St. Mary campus. Names with an * are members of both Shamrock and Legacy Societies. + denotes deceased members of St. Vincent-St. Mary community.

Lifetime Sponsors ($5,000-$7,499) Members ($1,000-$2,499) Mr. Adam L. Bernard* Mr. Jon S. Antalvari Mr. and Mrs. Robert L. Donatelli Mr. Ralph Bernard Jr.* Mr. and Mrs. James E. Conlon Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Evans Ralph L. & Florence A. Bernard Foundation Trust* Digital Print Solutions Mrs. Laura Flanagan and Mr. Wayne L. Carpenter Mr. and Mrs. David+ L. Brennan* Mr. and Mrs. David R. George Dr. and Mrs. William M. Helmkamp* Bill Costigan, Sr.+ and Ann Costigan+* Mr. James Haag* Dr. Thomas J. Hlivko Mr. and Mrs. Patrick J. Craig* Mrs. Patricia Lobello-Lamb Mr. and Mrs. Tim Kollar Mrs. Regina Dain* M.G. O'Neil Foundation Mr. and Mrs. David E. Krabill Mrs. Mary A. Haag* Mr. and Mrs. Jeffrey G. Schmitt Mr. and Mrs. John J. Kriston Mr. Jack Haag+ and Ann Noonan Haag+* Mr. and Mrs. Brandon L. Skinner Ms. Gretchen A. Laatsch JKS Family Foundation* Mr. John S. Trecaso Mr. and Mrs. James P. LaRose The LeBron James Family Foundation* Irish Associates ($2,500-$4,999) Dr. and Mrs. Anthony Locastro Benefactors ($25,000-$49,999) Mr. and Mrs. Paul J. Longville Mr. and Mrs. Laurence J. Barr Mr. and Mrs. Thomas G. Mancino VanDevere, Inc. Catholic Community Foundation Mr. Charles A. Manocchio Mr. and Mrs. Gerald J. VanDevere Ms. Mary Ann Isaac Mr. and Mrs. Thomas E. Marks Mr. and Mrs. Joseph C. VanDevere Mr. and Mrs. Nicholas M. Isaac Mr. Edward J. Metzger Mr. and Mrs. Michael VanDevere Dr. and Mrs. George R. Newkome Mr. and Mrs. John C. Randall* Investors ($10,000-$24,999) Ms. Sandra Pianalto Mr. and Mrs. Martin E. Shaffer Mr. and Mrs. Billy Taylor Mr. and Mrs. Thomas J. Stecz* Mr. and Mrs. Timothy J. Killian Members ($1,000-$2,499) Mr. and Mrs. John E. Stitz Jr. Mr. and Mrs. Louis Perry* Mr. and Mrs. Robert A. Sunday Patrons ($7,500-$9,999) Dr. and Mrs. Mark Adamczyk Mr. and Mrs. Leo G. Walter III* Anonymous Mrs. Mary Kay Walter* Mr. Ralph E. Trecaso* Mr. and Mrs. Stephen Charlson Mr. and Mrs. David Yonto

Legacy S ciety ST. VINCENT-ST. MARY HIGH SCHOOL

This listing represents Legacy Society donors who have made a gift of $1,000 or greater to support St. Vincent-St. Mary High School from July 1, 2020 to December 31, 2020. These donors earned membership for the 2021-2022 school year. Legacy Society members receive free admittance for two to all theater productions, band performances and athletic events held on the St. Vincent-St. Mary campus. Names with an * are members of both Shamrock and Legacy Societies. + denotes deceased members of St. Vincent-St. Mary community. Lifetime PATRONS ($7,500-$9,999) Members ($1,000-$2,499) Mr. Adam L. Bernard* Mr. and Mrs. James L.+ Burdon Mr. and Mrs. Jerry D. Feezel Mr. Ralph Bernard Jr.* Mr. and Mrs. Mark L. Schwenning Mrs. Norma H. Galvin Ralph L. & Florence A. Bernard Foundation Trust* Mr. and Mrs. Frank A. Gilardi Mr. and Mrs. David L.+ Brennan* Sponsor ($5,000-$7,499) Mr. Al Graf Bill Costigan, Sr.+ and Ann Costigan+* The H.E. Graves, Jr. Family Foundation, Inc. Mr. and Mrs. James P. Hillery Mr. and Mrs. Patrick J. Craig* Mr. and Mrs. Chris Eggleton Mr. and Mrs. William Miller Mrs. Regina Dain* Mr. and Mrs. James D. Leslie Theresa Morgan Mrs. Mary A. Haag* Mr. and Mrs. Patrick L. O'Neill Mr. and Mrs. Douglas A. Neumann Mr. Jack Haag+ and Ann Noonan Haag+* Ms. Lauren R. O'Neill James and Ann (Hart) Panuska JKS Family Foundation* Mr. and Mrs. David J. Presper Mr. and Mrs. Thomas M. Presper The LeBron James Family Foundation* Mr. and Mrs. James P. Robb Mrs. Raquel Presz Mr. and Mrs. Donald P. Utrup Mr. George W. Rooney, Jr. Trustees ($50,000 or more) Lynda Utrup Schaffer Memorial Scholarship Mr. and Mrs. Thomas D. Rooney Hope for Cleveland's Children Family Mr. and Mrs. Leo G. Walter III* St. Vincent-St. Mary High School Foundation Foundation Mrs. Mary Kay Walter* Mr. and Mrs. Thomas J. Stecz* Mr. and Mrs. Louis Perry* Summa Health Systems Mr. and Mrs. Peter J.+ Piglia Irish Associates ($2,500-$4,999) Mr. and Mrs. James D. Van Tiem Mr. and Mrs. John Staudt Class of 1981 Mrs. Susan Gaebel Wallace Mr. and Mrs. William J. Costigan, Jr. Benefactors ($25,000-$49,999) Mr. and Mrs. Thomas P. Freeman The James Burdon 5K Run and Walk Dr. and Mrs. William M. Helmkamp* Mr. and Mrs. Anthony S. Manna Dr. Rustom and Mary Khouri Foundation Marianist Province of the U.S.A. Mr. and Mrs. Michael Metzger Mr. and Mrs. George L. Michaels Investors ($10,000-$24,999) Ms. Jordan Rice Mrs. Brenda Pier Beck Mr. Richard T. Roberts Mr. and Mrs. Thomas R. Edwards Mr. Michael Sullivan Mr. Edward Haag Ted and Barb Walter Mr. James Haag* Members ($1,000-$2,499) Mr. John Haag Mr. Joseph M. Haag ALCO Mrs. Mary A. Haag Mrs. Virginia Addicott Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Haag Anonymous Ms. Deidre Hanlon and Mr. Ronald George Mrs. Patricia Heslop Baker and Mr. Gary Baker JAH Foundation Brennan Manna and Diamond GIVING MADE EASY! Dr. Michael H. Morgan and Dr. Michelle J. Burdon & Merlitti Morgan Mr. and Mrs. Steve Carson Your ability to support STVM Mr. and Mrs. John C. Randall* Betty Mills DeChant has never been easier. Quickly Mr. and Mrs. Robert Serpentini Mr. Edward M. Engler give online in a few minutes at Mr. Ralph E. Trecaso* Dr. James M. Dougherty stvm.com/give or find us on Mr. and Mrs. Patrick O. Wheeler Mrs. Lynne L. Dougherty Venmo at @stvmirish! Mr. and Mrs. Patrick J. Dunlavy

24 | THE CONNECTION WINTER 2021 SAVE THE DATE! APRIL 17, 2021 Join us on Saturday, April 17th for a virtual Showcase event. Showcase is our largest annual fundraiser. Spon- sorships and Advertising opportunities are available. We are currently accepting silent auction donations. Don't forget about our 10K raffle, your chance to win $10,000! Visitstvm.com/showcase for more information. Make a Gift Today FROM YOUR IRA

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Wedding Celebrations

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1. Derek Whiddon VM14 & Kristen Bratton Whiddon VM14 were married on December 26, 2020 at St. Hilary Church.

2. Tyler Bischof VM12 & Chelsea Laury Bischof VM13 were married on August 1, 2020 at Immaculate Heart of Mary Church.

3. Ian Dillard VM15 & Emma Rickus Dillard VM15 were married on July 25, 2020 in a small, informal ceremony. They will host a formal wedding in 2021.

4. Caroline Bennett Rosemeyer VM10 & Michael Rosemeyer were married on July 3, 2020 in Chicago, IL.

4 5. Caitlin Bennett Dickash VM06 & Jeff Dickash were married 5 on July 26, 2020 in Ocean City, NJ.

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LOSSES IN THE FRED OST V50 - IN MEMORIAM

STVM COMMUNITY Fred Ost V50 was a member of the 1950 6/1/2020-1/7/2020 graduating class at St. Vincent High School. Upon graduation at the University of Akron, Ost served ALUMNI James K. O'Connor V57 many years in education as both a well respected Robert E. Abt V41 Frederick J. Ost V50 Dorothy Alexander M50 Ronald J. Paolucci V66 teacher and coach at Akron Central, Revere and St. Bernard Allgood VM78 Diane Lamusga Pavkov V69 Edward. Bernadine M. Antonino V61 Stephen M. Pilliod VM78 Sr. Wilma G. Apack CSJ V52 Mary Anne Plell V52 He eventually made his way back to 15 N. Maple Joan Colant Ballway V52 Carl E. Reish V55 Joseph L. Berner M46 Dorothy Scholl Scholl V51 Street when he served as the president of St. Robert L. Carlisle M58 Doris Gibson Simonis V48 Vincent-St. Mary from 1996-2000. Ost was the Richard J. Case V61 James P. Singleton V67 recipient of the prestigious Fr. Thomas Mahar Tyler J. Cetnarowski VM12 Dolores Rothermel Smith M47 Outstanding Alumni Award in 2000 for his devoted Nancy Lamert Clay V54 Patricia Snyder Stiller V52 Christopher Consilio VM15 Michael E. Sutter VM79 service to the STVM community. He was a member Kathleen Williams Cook V62 Janet Belcich Tipton M67 of the STVM Executive Board, for which he received John A. Costello V53 Rev. John A. Valley M52 their outstanding service award in 2006. Above all John A. Cotter V57 Deanna Cortesi Viers V57 else, Ost was a husband, a father, a grandfather Bonnie Haddad Dallas M60 Frances M. Welsh V48 Rita Giacomo Darago V49 Marie Klocker White V53 and a friend. He was beloved by many and he will John P. Delagrange V51 Beatrice Thomas Willmott M43 be deeply missed. Thomas R. DiLullo VM75 Timothy G. Wilson VM83 Theresa Malloy Dorricott V56 Paula Morris Witwer V65 May the road rise to meet you, Ferris R. Fadel V50 Lucille Sidella Woody V50 Michael A. Flynn V55 May the wind be always at your back. Margaret O'Neil Freer V48 FAMILY, STAFF, AND FRIENDS May the sun shine warm upon your face, John A. Frient V60 Mary Abt The rains fall soft upon your fields. Bernard F. Gannon VM76 Patricia Baird And until we meet again, Mary Ann Hunter Georges M52 Matthew J. Battista Mary Louise Dillingham Giffels V46 Edward Berus May God hold you in the palm of his hand. Charles Grucella V61 Joseph Codispoti Patricia McCabe Haddad M46 Marine Cornachione James T. Henry V49 Russell C. Friess Martha Ciborek Horvath V65 Ralph Garritano Victor Joseph V65 Terrance G. Healy James S. Kane Jr. V59 Ruth P. Juve Monica Thesing Krause M51 Edward M. Kalail Samuel Lanza V62 Robert E. Mercer Walter S. Logsdon M57 Carol Naymik Therese Bedell Long V43 Donald Oliver Jennifer Bessemer Marando VM88 Antoinette Owen Generose Gill Marks V55 Mabel Seigman Mary Caporaletti McCauley V56 James E. Sovacool Lawrence V. McGlinchy V52 Ron Tedeschi James McIntyre V69 Lillian M. Wagner Carole Shopper Merkl M59 Stella Weigand Cynthia McClarnon Miller V66 Msgr. Robert C. Wolff Joann Conrey Nauer M57 Maralyn Yanko

SCHOLARSHIP CREATED IN MEMORY OF CHRIS CONSILIO VM15

Christopher Consilio VM15 passed away unexpectedly on September 4, 2020. His family established a scholarship in his memory at the St. Sebastian Parish Foundation. The Christopher James Consilio Memorial Scholarship will provide scholarships to graduates of St. Sebastian Parish School that attend St. Vincent-St. Mary High School.

Donations in memory of Christopher can be made payable to: The St. Sebastian Parish Foundation, 476 Mull Avenue, Akron, OH 44320

Please include on the memo line: Consilio Memorial Scholarship. A link for making an online donation may be found at: stsebastian.org/foundation/memorial-gifts.

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