Legenda

Summer 2015

Leadership e �ervite �ifference-

Graduation Edition Legenda Summer 2015 Welcome to the Brotherhood his issue of Legenda welcomes Tthe Class of 2015 to the 9,036 member Servite Alumni Association. Two glass engraved panels with the names of the 221 members of the Class of 2015 have been installed next to the 53 other alumni classes in the Alumni Garden outside the Servite Theatre. We wish you much success in your college and other future endeavors and encourage you to visit Servite and attend alumni events often to carry on the traditions of brotherhood, service and devotion to Mary.

Our thanks to contributing writers and photographers: Steven Beaird, VP of Advancement Renee Cahill, Director of Choral Music Karlie Carlson, Sports Information Coordinator Steffanie Early, Director of Annual Giving Ryan Hartnett ’15, Editor of The Spokesman Phil Mangiaracina, Photography Hilary Recknor, Director of Counseling Jomylene Ruiz, Director of Advancement Events Chris Weir ’97, Director of Leadership Programs Evan Burge ’15 (left) and Keith Murphy ’15 show their Class of 2015 panel in the Alumni Garden. Evan will attend Cal State University Fullerton and Keith will attend Loyola Marymount University.

ON THE COVER: Twelve members of the Class of 2015 formed the student leadership of the school that consisted of 4 Generalate positions and 8 Priors. The student leaders included: Jeff Toomey (Prior General); Jake Steins (Vicar General); Tim Getscher (Secretary General); Michael Rubalcava (Treasurer General); Matthew Beaird (Alexis Prior); Zach Meneses (Amideus Prior); Joshua Graves (Bonajuncta Prior); AJ Cordero (Bonfilius Prior); Aaron Zimmerman (Hugh Prior); Wesley Greene (Manettus Prior); Connor Saeman (Philip Prior) and Alex Lee (Sostene Prior). The Servite Difference – Leadership by Chris Weir ’97, Director of Leadership Development

hat is leadership? Over the of formation. If a young man is Wyears, an overwhelming well-formed, his ability to lead multitude of books, articles, blogs, comes naturally, since he’s videos, conferences, and studies working in concert with who have attempted to provide an answer and what God created him to to this question. be and do.

At Servite, all of our efforts, both The leadership programs inside and outside the classroom, at Servite are intended to are directed toward the formation complement the broader of each student. The Formation formation program. One Themes (Primacy of Faith, Mastery of the characteristics that of Self, Necessity of the Other, and separates them from every the Centrality of Christ) and the other is they provide our experiences that give life to them students the opportunity to Zach Meneses ’15 was recognized for his (like AP Calculus, freshman football, practice the art of leadership leadership and service with the 7 Holy Founders Kairos, or Robotics) guide each man’s toward which their formation Award. ongoing attempt to answer the will naturally lead. singularly important question, “Who emphasis on learning by doing, even am I?” Nine years ago, Servite set out to if the temporary result was failure. It implement a more robust student is precisely this room to fail, and the leadership development program ensuing realization of the importance that would allow students to not only of faith, that led to students’ gradual learn about leadership theoretically development of the virtues and skills but to practice it experientially. Our necessary to successfully lead people original intent was to find a proven – to move them toward goodness. program that could be adapted to fit our unique needs. Unfortunately, Since 2008, other unique and we did not find something that met innovative student leadership Servite standards. Necessity being opportunities emerged, such as the mother of invention, we created Her Servants’ Kitchen, Trinity something completely unique. Corporation, and the Campus Activities, Campus Life, and Campus The 2007-2008 school year brought Ministry committees, with the an entirely new and innovative emphasis always on learning by system of student leadership to doing. Servite, the Priory Leadership Program. The school was divided So, what is leadership? At Servite, Luke Perez ’15 received the St. Philip into eight Priories, each with six it’s the result of being who you are Award for Outstanding Graduate. homerooms of approximately twenty – the blossoming of the formation students, freshmen through seniors, process that begins when you first With the proper amount of honesty, which were led by a junior or senior step foot on campus, and never ends; prayer, and hard work, the result is Assistant Prior. “Priory Period” was the natural and powerful influence of young men who are confident in who built into the weekly school schedule a man who knows who he is and who they are and possess a unique ability and provided students a “lab” within God made him to be. And of course, to influence those around them. which to execute their own programs being who you are takes practice, Leadership, then, is the blossoming and activities – always keeping the and practice makes perfect.

1 The Class of 2015: Clear Mission and United Front by Hilary Recknor, Director of Counseling

Friends Christian Church in Yorba Linda was the site of the 54th Graduation ceremonies. Matthew Moses Cordova ’15 was Valedictorian and named Scholar Athlete here were many accomplishments to Soccer, Academic Decathlon to of the Year. He will attend the University of Twithin the Class of 2015. I Wrestling and Breakfast Bagels to Notre Dame. witnessed many students reach for the The Asylum, there were a series of Robotics became regional stars in pursuit of their dreams. From firsts amidst carrying on treasured champions for the first time in school Harvard to Ohio Wesleyan, U Penn to traditions. history and reached the quarterfinals Pacific Lutheran, students worked hard at the World Championships. to match their interests, passions and Accolades and medals were Garnering awards in every talents with the right college fit. abundant when the Academic competition, the hard work, passion Decathlon team took first place in and dedication was rewarded. The What stood out most with the Class the second division of Orange County VEX teams (small robot) also had a of 2015 was what the sum of its parts Academic Decathlon competition. phenomenal rookie year qualifying for was able to accomplish. From Robotics This team has been on a steady rise the World Championships. since starting up again four years ago; not coincidentally when this class Her Servants' Kitchen did not miss entered Servite. As a result, future a Thursday (including Christmas decathletes will be able to compete in morning) as many seniors served the first division, the highest level of competition in Orange County.

Not to be outdone and ranked #1 in Orange County the last two years, “most spirited” doesn’t even begin to describe The Asylum. The unity and discipline of the HUT drill was reflected in the stands as The Asylum continued to raise the bar in school spirit and pride. Basketball games were as much a show of enthusiasm and spirit as brotherhood and faith – cheering (very creatively) to the end Richard Dunn ’15 received the St. Alexis and sharing in prayer regardless the Award as Outstanding Scholar and Servant score. Jonathan Kavner ’15 received the Nick Award. He will attend Harvard University. Venya Award for perseverance.

2 The Class of 2015: Clear Mission and United Front by Hilary Recknor, Director of Counseling

80 plus dinners to the homeless each the OC Team of the Year with Coach of week. This passionate service inspired the Year, Assistant Coach of the Year other seniors to start Benizi’s Diner and and Player of the Year! They finished prepare free breakfasts to the needy at 7th in the nation and set a CIF record St. Philip Benizi Parish in Fullerton. by sending 13 wrestlers to CIF Southern Masters…a team anchored by amazing Winter sports reigned supreme as seniors. Soccer and Wrestling programs broke individual and season records behind Loyal and unyielding, the Class of determined athletes that believed in 2015 was united in support no matter team as much as themselves. Soccer the venue or cause…even if that cause ranked as high as #4 nationally and was bringing back the Breakfast Bagel! made school history, winning the CIF Proving that anything is possible with SS Division 1 Championship. It was a a clear mission and united front, the season of firsts that included most goals Servite Brotherhood has never been scored (93). The team’s success came as stronger and future successes inevitable a result of a strong Senior Class in which for this year’s graduates. Matthew Beaird ’15 received the Man of 10 will play in college. Wrestling became Piety Scholarship for faith, service and uncompromising integrity.

Members of the Class of 2015 were accepted at the following universities and were offered a record $14.5 million in scholarships and grants. Academy of Art University Colorado State University Oklahoma City University University of , Riverside University of Utah Alma College Colorado State University Pueblo Oregon State University University of California, San University of Washington Arizona State University Concordia University – Irvine Pacific Lutheran University Diego University of Wisconsin, Madison Arkansas State University Concordia University – Seward Pacific University University of California, Santa University of Wyoming Ave Maria University Creighton University Barbara Utah State University Azusa Pacific University Crown College Purdue University University of California, Santa Vanderbilt University Baylor University DePaul University Regis University Cruz Vanguard University of Southern Biola University Dominican University Rensselaer Polytechnic University University of Colorado at Boulder California Boise State University Drexel University Rice University University of Colorado at Villanova University Boston College Embry-Riddle Aeronautical Rider University Colorado Springs Virginia Military Institute Boston University University Saint Joseph’s University University of Colorado at Denver Virginia Tech California Baptist University Fordham University Saint Louis University University of Connecticut Wagner College California Lutheran University Franciscan University of Saint Mary’s College of California University of Dallas Washington and Jefferson California Maritime Academy Steubenville Saint Michael’s College University of Denver College California Polytechnic State Georgia Institute of Technology San Diego State University University of Florida Washington College University, San Luis Obispo Gonzaga University State University University of Idaho Washington State University California State Polytechnic Grand Canyon University San Jose State University University of Illinois at Urbana- Weber State University University, Pomona Harvard University Santa Clara University Champaign Whittier College California State University, Holy Cross College Seattle University University of La Verne Williams College Bakersfield Humboldt State University Seton Hall University University of Massachusetts, Yale University California State University, Indiana University at Sierra Nevada College Dartmouth Channel Islands Bloomington Sonoma State University University of Miami National Merit Finalists California State University, Chico John Carroll University Southern Methodist University University of Michigan Richard Dunn II California State University, Johns Hopkins University Southern Utah University University of Minnesota, Twin Matthew Sie Dominguez Hills Lakeland College St. Edward’s University Cities California State University, East Linfield College St. John’s University University of Mississippi National Achievement Scholar Bay Loyola Marymount University Texas A&M University University of Missouri Columbia Cole Templer California State University, Loyola University Chicago Texas Christian University University of Nevada, Las Vegas Fresno Loyola University Maryland The Art Institute of California – University of Nevada, Reno Valedictorian California State University, Marquette University San Diego University of New Mexico Matthew Moses Cordova Fullerton Massachusetts Institute of The Catholic University of University of North Carolina at California State University, Long Technology America Asheville Salutatorian Beach Menlo College The Citadel, the Military College University of North Dakota J.T. (James) Cook California State University, Los Midland University of South Carolina University of North Georgia Angeles Montana State University, The George Washington University of Notre Dame Athlete of the Year California State University, Bozeman University University of Oklahoma J.T. (James) Cook Monterey Bay Mount St. Mary’s University The University of Alabama California State University, New York University The University of Arizona University of Pennsylvania Scholar Athlete of the Year Sacramento Northeastern University The University of Texas, Austin University of Pittsburgh Matthew Moses Cordova California State University, San Northern Arizona University Naval Academy University of Portland Marcos Northwestern University University of California, Berkeley University of Puget Sound Principal’s Leadership Award Chapman University Norwich University University of California, Davis University of Redlands Isidro Sesmas Christian Brothers University Notre Dame de Namur University of California, Irvine University of San Diego College of the Holy Cross University University of California, Los University of San Francisco Servant Award Colorado Mesa University Ohio University Angeles University of Richard Dunn II Colorado School of Mines Ohio Wesleyan University University of California, Merced University of the Pacific

3 Servite High School All In The Family Leadership is a family affair. by Steffanie Early, Annual Giving Director f you’re a Servite graduate who preserve the Servite ileft behind unfinished business, tradition by serving as your son may be called upon to pay Parent Council President your debt. That happened to Wesley next year. Wesley is Greene ’15, who had to do 20 push- grateful for his father’s ups for Coach Toner during Freshman commitment saying, “I Formation weekend to “re-pay” his feel like I get to keep father’s football debt. Wesley’s dad his legacy and tradition didn’t mind. “It is pretty remarkable going. It is great to share to see my boys as beneficiaries of this bond and helps us the invaluable character-building and not only have a father- brotherhood bonding I received a son relationship, but generation ago,” said Richard Greene a brotherly one that ’86. Servite graduates share.”

In addition to esley,W Richard is the Tom Saeman ‘87 took Wesley ’15 and Richard Greene ’86 are one of 17 alumni father of Alexander ’16 and Jarred a hands-off approach father-son duos represented in the Class of 2015. ’18. “When Heather and I had three with son Connor ’15. “As boys in three years, the choice to an alumnus, I knew I wouldn’t have was tailor-made for Servite for this send them to Servite was natural,” he to choose Servite for Connor, but he relationship.” said. The choice has been a good one would choose Servite for himself. His for Wesley, who was active in Priory mom and I encouraged him to look Class of 2015 valedictorian and Leadership and served as Matteus at all of the Catholic high schools varsity tennis player Matthew Moses Prior. Wesley was a varsity baseball and choose the right fit for him. Cordova is the son of Matthew player, honor roll student every Unsurprisingly, Servite sold itself. He Cordova ’80. “Being the son of a semester, and completed more than thrived at Servite because he made Servite grad is something that brings 640 service hours. “Servite formed me the choice.” great joy to me and my family,” said into a faith-filled leader. I have grown the younger Cordova. “It makes me in ways I never expected.” Connor agrees. “My Servite feel confident I am following in the experience has been filled with footsteps of someone I admire.” With two younger sons still on unforgettable memories,” he said. Cordova will attend the University of campus, Richard Greene will help Connor served as Philip Prior and Notre Dame. was a member of Servite’s His dad is grateful for his son’s championship volleyball experience. “I sent my son to Servite team. An honor roll to share the experience I had and to student all 8 semesters, benefit from the progress the school Connor will attend has made. Being able to share in the Vanderbilt University. tradition of brotherhood will continue throughout his life.“ “I knew what a special community Servite is Seventeen members of the Class and that it is a lifelong of 2015 are carrying on the Servite relationship you develop legacy as sons of alumni. If you are with classmates and an alumnus interested in a Servite graduates,” said Tom education for your son, please Connor ’15 and Tom ’87 Saeman. Dad led him to Servite Saeman. “I wanted contact Bill Brundige ’97, Director of where Servite sold itself to Connor that led to ‘memorable experiences.’ Connor to experience Admissions, at bbrundige@servitehs. that feeling. I believe he org or (714)774-7575 ext. 1672. 4 Living His Dream Alumni Profile: Sean Estrada ‘03 ean Estrada ’03 always wanted decided to take a different route Sto work in the National Football and enrolled in law school at the League. From his early days of University of Arizona. He became playing football, he dreamed of Student Body President of the U of being a professional football player. A Law School and was Production Manager of the Arizona Journal His dream began to take shape of International and Comparative while at Servite where he became Law. an All-Orange County All-Star and played in the 2002 Shrine Bowl as Sean graduated from Law a senior Offensive Tackle. School last May. Around that time, he made contact with NFL "My time at Servite was very headquarters in New York City fun and instrumental in instilling after hearing about an opening values I live by today," said Sean. in labor operations. It turned out “Some of my best friends are my that he was uniquely qualified for Servite classmates. It was such a position in ‘Capology’ with his a wonderful time of life in our education background in finance development. Going through and law. To obtain his position, football camps, school Masses, Sean went through his own eating lunch together, the inside version of ‘NFL combine’ with After his playing career, Sean graduated from the jokes and pranks we played, rigorous interviews, background University of Arizona Law School. were all part of what made the and reference checks. He humbly experience special. I was able admitted to passing all the tests to get into an Ivy League school with flying colors. because of Servite.” Today, Sean works with every Sean was recruited to play NFL team to make sure player football at the University of salary contracts fit within each Pennsylvania where he graduated team’s salary cap. He also works on in 2007 from the prestigious collective bargaining agreements Wharton School of Business. He and with NFL General Managers. was captain of the Penn football team and credits Servite with When the door of his NFL helping him develop the leadership playing career closed, Sean skills necessary to perform in opened another door to the NFL that role. He was a two- time working at its headquarters. It’s all-conference player and was not the career dream he started unanimously voted to the All-Ivy with, but it is the dream he hopes Congratulations to ’10! League 1st Team his senior year. to make the better part of his After completing a highly successful career where he combines his career as of the University Following graduation from passions for football, law and of Nevada Reno football team, Cody Penn, Sean was signed by the financial matters. was signed by the Oakland Raiders. He and played won the Award in 2009 as three years of professional Congratulations Sean. Thank the best player in football. A knee injury cut short you for sharing your dream with California. his NFL playing dream, and so he Servite.

5 Servite High School A Banner year For Friar Athletics by Karlie Carlson, Sports Information Coordinator

he stage was set, Servite Liam Cronin who finished second and out El Toro, 2-0. As the final whistle TWrestling vs. Trinity League rival became Servite’s first State finalist. sounded, the 2014-2015 team added St. John Bosco in a winner take all CIF their names to the record books as Championship final. After finishing Servite’s Soccer team, led by Servite’s first CIF Champions. as CIF Runner-up in 2010, 2011 and 4-year lettermen Elijah Barajas, 2014, the Fight’n Friars once again J.T. Cook, and Keith Murphy, found Senior captain J.T. Cook went on to earned a spot in the 2015 CIF Dual themselves in a similar situation. be named Servite’s Athlete of the Year Meet Championship. With pride in After reaching the finals in 2013 and as well as OC Register Soccer Player their hearts and fire in their eyes, semifinals in 2014, the back-to-back of the Year. He was also selected the Fight’n Friars stepped on the mat Trinity League Champions had what CIF Player of the Year and Co-Trinity with one goal in mind. For the eight many considered their best chance League MVP alongside teammate seniors on the squad, it was their final at hoisting the CIF Championship Keith Murphy. Murphy tallied chance at the ultimate prize. plaque. numerous accolades in his own right, including setting new school records Fueled by hours of practice, late Coming off a thrilling 3-2 victory for most wins and most shutouts by a night workouts, and weight cuts, the over Loyola in the semifinals, the goalkeeper in a season and career. Friars accomplished what no team Friars kept the momentum going had been able to do before them, headed to the finals. With nine Servite Golf capped an undefeated win the CIF Dual Meet Championship. seniors in the starting line up, Servite 20-0 season winning the CIF-SS Team It turned out that wouldn’t be the Soccer was determined to leave Championship, their fourth in the last only time this season the Friars the field with nothing less than the seven years. En route to the title, the would bring home hardware as they CIF title. Four years of hard work, won the CIF-SS title for the second dedication and sacrifice culminated year in a row. Three wrestlers won in that moment. All the preparation CIF Individual titles while two Friars paid off as the Friars dominated placed at the State Meet including the championship game shutting

Gordon Livermore ‘15 received the prestigious nationally recognized Bob Cook Coach Jon Spencer celebrates Servite’s first CIF SS Soccer Championship with Co-MVPs Award presented to a young man who Keith Murphy ’15 (left) and J.T. Cook ’15 (right). Cook was named Servite Athlete of the goes above and beyond for his brothers on Year and will continue his soccer career at St. Louis University. Murphy will play for Loyola the field, in school, and those in need in Marymount University. the community.

6 A Banner year For Friar Athletics by Karlie Carlson, Sports Information Coordinator

Friars won their second consecutive Trinity League Championship while Senior Matt Wilson won the individual title to become the first golfer in the history of the Trinity League to repeat as champion.

With such great senior leadership on these CIF Championship teams and across all 13 sports, it is no surprise that many of them will be continuing their athletic careers at the collegiate level.

Forty-five Friars representing twelve sports will compete at the next level Servite Golf capped an undefeated regular season with the CIF SS Championship. including students attending Notre (L- R): Jack Rahon, Tanner Gunning, Matt Wilson, Brandon Brame, Chad Deegan, Kyle Dame, UCLA, USC, University of Kinnane, and Coach Dane Jako. Washington, University of Wisconsin, UC Riverside, UC Irvine and many more.

Two-sport athlete Gordon Livermore is among these students. Livermore, a three-year varsity letterman in both Lacrosse and Wrestling, signed with Virginia Military Institute, becoming Servite’s first Lacrosse athlete to compete at the Division 1 level. He is a two-time First Team All-Trinity League selection at the face-off position and was recognized with the prestigious national Bob Scott Award. Servite Soccer wins its first CIF championship and was ranked #4 in the nation. Basketball player Trevor Treinen is also among the nearly 20% of the senior class that has seen their dream of playing college sports become a reality. Earning an opportunity to play at Biola University, Treinen is the first basketball scholarship athlete since 2006. In his three seasons, he tallied 1,219 points finishing fifth all-time in career scoring while also being named first team All- CIF.

From Wrestling winning two CIF titles to Soccer, Golf and Volleyball all winning Trinity League, it was a great year to be a Friar. The Fightn’ Friars won Servite’s first CIF Wrestling Championship.

7 Servite High School A First Class Celebration of Excellence

he Fifth Annual Excellence in Leadership TDinner was held March 28th and presented four awards. Spanish voice of the , Jaime Jarrin, received the National Leader Award for excellence in 56 years of broadcasting for the Dodgers and for helping Latino youth receive a quality education. Servite started a scholarship in his name for Latino students to receive tuition assistance with initial funding of $41,000. Salma Bushala-Hamud () Todd Hart ’81 received the Distinguished Salma Bushala-Hamud, founding chair received the Community Leader Award Alumnus Award at the 2015 Excellence in of the Excellence Dinner, was presented and was joined by (l-r) Damien ’79 and Leadership Dinner. Six alumni helped with with the Community Leader Award for Yvonne Jordan, and Lori Martinez and his recovery from a paralyzing football outstanding volunteerism at Servite and St. James Steinbergs ’74. injury and received the Brotherhood Jude Medical Center. She was founding chair Award: (l-r) Brian Molloy ’81, Gene Ramos of the Servite Gala and past chair of the ’81, Kurt Sardella ’79, Jeff Mook ’81, Paul Fashion Show. Kelly ’81, and John Stoody ’81. Richard Dunn ’15 presented Her Servants' Kitchen Program where students Todd Hart ’81 received the Distinguished pray with and serve a weekly meal to Anaheim’s homeless. Inspirational Alumnus Award for his will, character videos of each honoree were shown and can be viewed at: and determination in overcoming a life- Salma video: http://youtu.be/VLWSbDJrrMY threatening college football injury. Six alumni Todd Hart: https://youtu.be/m5izZK4B4mM who aided his recovery – Paul Kelly ’81, Brian Jaime Jarrin: http://youtu.be/rAOznksut7g Molloy ’81, Jeff Mook ’81, Gene Ramos ’81, MARK YOUR CALENDARS: Kurt Sardella ’79, and John Stoody ’81 – The Sixth Excellence in Leadership Dinner will be March 5, 2016 and recognize received the first Brotherhood Award. The the Jack & Kay Faley Family – Mike ’75, Tim ’80, Terry ’81, Dan ’82, Jim ‘Moose’ Class of 1981 presented a ceremonial check ’85 – for their family’s commitment to helping children with special needs. for $29,100 in honor of Todd. We Love Our Grandparents pril 2nd marked Servite’s Third Annual The morning consisted of students greeting inception. “Attending Grandparents Day with AGrandparents Day. The sold-out event their grandparents, sharing breakfast and my grandson was an amazing experience, was held on Holy Thursday and welcomed taking photos. Grandparents attended a providing memories that I will cherish forever.” grandparents of freshmen and seniors to special presentation of the Stations of the experience a day in the life of Servite students. Cross, as well as fourth period with their Grandparents came from as far away as grandsons, which included a variety of classes Mississippi, Michigan and the Philippines from P.E. to Mandarin. with as many as four sons and grandsons having attended the school. One attending Although the morning was dedicated grandparent was 99 years old. For some, it to ensuring a memorable experience for was their first opportunity to visit the campus. grandparents, students equally enjoyed For others, it was one of the final moments to the experience. Matthew Braatz ’18 see their grandsons in high school. appreciated being able to spend time with his grandparents on campus, which he feels Jacob Steins ’15 believes his grandparents allows him to “grow an even stronger and enjoyed their experience, while getting the thriving relationship” with them. “chance to meet other members of the Servite Christopher Cable '18 is one of the fortunate community and embrace what Servite’s Cathy Babiak, grandmother of Noah ’15, freshman who was able to participate in mission is all about.” has chaired Grandparents Day since its Grandparents Day this year with his grandparents Carlene Cable, Dian and John Milton. 8 Academic Decathlon Takes the Gold by Ryan Hartnett ‘15

ervite's Academic Decathlon STeam took first place in the Orange County Academic Decathlon competition.

With a renowned reputation in sports, it may come to many as a surprise when they find out Servite also has an award-winning Academic Decathlon Team.

Servite Friars Academic Decathlon team placed first in the second division of the Orange County Academic Decathlon competition, scoring a total of 35,349.3 points. By taking first place, the Friars will compete in the first division next year, the highest level of competition in the Orange County League.

The Varsity Academic Decathlon Team is comprised of nine individuals prepared for the most nerve-racking Mr. Scott’s philosophy is that when and led by Adviser Mr. Kieran Scott event: the dreaded seven-minute students join the Academic Decathlon ‘83. Each team member contributes interview, which is similar to a job team they are surrounded by students to team success. interview. who have a good work ethic and are very successful in academics. In turn, Before students leave for summer Once individual events are students who start out at the varsity break, team members are handed concluded, the team takes a level with a lower GPA become better a binder that contains all the collective super quiz. The nine- students. Once students go up a information they need to learn for person team is split into three groups level in their GPA, they no longer can Academic Decathlon competition in of three for the super quiz. Students compete in the previous level. Every February. The binder covers seven are placed in levels of competition student is allowed to play up a level of academic topics: Language and based on their GPA. Honors require competition even if their GPA is below Literature, Science, Mathematics, a 3.75-4.0 GPA. Scholastic requires the requirements of the higher level, Social Science, Economics, Art, and a 3.00-3.75 GPA and finally, the but not permitted to play down a Music. Luke Perez ‘15 said, “My Varsity level requires a 3.0 GPA or level. This is similar to a wrestler and favorite subject happens to be the below. Mr. Scott prefers incoming the weight class he competes in. economics section because the Decathlon participants have a lower information relates to topical issues as grade point average. “The lower One thing that separates Servite’s well as skills I can use in the future.” the GPA, the better,” Mr. Scott says Decathlon Team from other Orange because he likes to highlight the fact County competitors is that Servite is There is an individual exam for that students don’t have to be in comprised of all males, whereas 57% each of the seven subject areas. After the top percentage of their class to of decathletes on competing teams the exam, Decathlon participants join the team. Anyone with a quality are females. Mr. Scott believes the write a 60-minute essay on a random work ethic and positive attitude can boys love the attention they receive topic and give a two-minute speech succeed in Academic Decathlon. from the girls; they are treated as on a prepared subject. Students are celebrities amongst other decathletes.

9 Servite High School A Piece of Art That Goes Straight to the Heart by Renee Cahill Director of Choral Music Psalm 95:1 Oh come, let us sing to the Choir travelled to Disneyworld in Lord; let us make a joyful noise to the Florida where they participated in rock of our salvation! Festival Disney and Music Workshops. They shared their gifts at the St. am blessed to be working with the Jude Medical Center’s Care for the Italented Men of Servite. My hope is Poor event and Servite’s Excellence the choir experience offered at Servite in Leadership Dinner in March. Our will give students the opportunity to Spring Choral Concert was held May recognize and develop their God-given 12th in the Servite Theatre with all the musical talents and use these gifts choirs sharing music from Sacred, Pop for His Glory. The next step is to find and Broadway selections. Members of the Servite Select Choir. opportunities for these men to share their gifts with others - whether it is Being a member of on the stage or in the community. a choir can create a sense of family within Students benefit from being in a a large campus - choir intellectually, emotionally and similar to being part spiritually. Singing together promotes of a team. Another teamwork, builds self confidence and plus is that colleges allows the men the opportunity to look favorably express their emotions. We talk often upon a sustained about the fact that Music is a piece of commitment to the Art that goes in the ears and straight arts. I hope to see to the heart. many of our men stay in the choir program Music can be a potent antidote for 2, 3 or all 4 years bringing us relief, joy, peace and while they are at fulfillment in a world that can be full Servite as we work Members of the Select Choir and Men's Choir singing the of stress for a high school student. to build faith-filled National Anthem at the Servite/Mater Dei Football Game. I ask the men to leave their worries leaders using the gifts at the door, come in for an hour, and God has given them escape into the music. “Let the word to bless others. of Christ dwell in you richly…., singing psalms, hymns, and spiritual songs with gratitude in your hearts to God” (Colossians 3:16).

One of my favorite quotes is, “To learn music is to learn a whole new language.” This new language experience at Servite not only includes Italian terms, music notation and proper vocal techniques - but also the experience of being on stage in a “Production”.

The men were well received at their Christmas Concert. The Select Ezra Tafua, Havili Eteaki and Hensan Opeta sharing the "Servite Song" at a Spirit Rally.

10 Friarbots win regional championship

ervite’s Robotics Team, The Friarbots, Sbrought home a first-ever Regional Win, teaming up with 2122 Team Tators from Boise, ID and 5059 TigeRobotics from Globe, AZ.

The Arizona West Regional competition was held in Phoenix, AZ and the Friarbots finished qualification rounds ranked #2 out of 34 teams. Team Tators were ranked first and chose Servite to be their alliance partners and together they swept the elimination rounds. The Friarbots were awarded the Pit Safety Award and the Excellence in Engineering Award. Phil and Mary Stump received the Medal of Merit Award for their leadership and The regional win earned the Friarbots service to the Robotics Program. Their son, Michael ’15, was one of the student a spot at the World Championship in St leaders in the Robotics Program. Louis in April. The World Championships The Friarbots won a first- brought together 600 of the best teams ever Regional championship, from around the world. Out of their teaming up with 2122 Team division of 75 teams, the Friarbots were Tators from Boise, ID and 5059 ranked 15th and finished as division Tige Robotics from Globe, quarter-finalists. They received the Pit AZ. The Friarbots finished Safety Award and the Quality Award, qualification rounds ranked #2 which celebrates machine robustness in out of 34 teams. Team Tators concept and fabrication. were ranked first and chose Servite to be their alliance partners and together they Congratulations Friarbots! swept the elimination rounds.

Come Home to Servite this Fall! We love to see our alumni at Servite events. Please mark your calendars for the following special dates this fall:

Friday, August 28th – Servite vs. Fountain Valley varsity football game at Cerritos College featuring on-field presentation honoring the late Kevin Stephenson ‘73 Friday, October 2nd – Friar Feast – “Taste of Servite” style event benefitting sports teams and clubs. Adults only please! Thursday, October 22nd – Alumni BBQ on the Servite Quad Friday, October 23rd – Servite vs. Mater Dei varsity football game – Location TBD

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11 Servite High School Leave Your Legacy for Future Friars by Steven Beaird, VP of Advancement

our years ago, Servite started a Those who include Servite in their families will need tuition assistance,” said Flegacy giving program to encourage estate plan or establish an endowed fund President Peter Bowen ’82. And so, the alumni, parents and other friends become members of the Legacy Society, Administration has made a commitment to include Servite in their will, life a growing group of alumni and parents to build an endowment for tuition insurance, trust, or retirement plan, and planning for Servite’s future. Today, assistance. to establish endowed funds for financial there are 40 members in the Legacy aid. There were two individuals who Society. The goal of the Legacy Society is Alumni are leading the way in the had let the school know they made to provide ongoing funding for needs of Legacy Society and Endowed Fund an estate provision for Servite, one of Servite, especially tuition assistance. Program. Drs. Tom Heywood ’71 and whom was former Principal of Servite, Cam Wallace ’87, and John Ganahl ’62, Charlie Motsko. “Servite recognizes that as education are among those encouraging fellow costs continue to rise, more and more Friars to leave a legacy for Servite.

In 2012, the A. Gary Anderson Family Foundation made a $500,000 challenge grant for financial aid endowment. Servite wishes to thank the following alumni and families who helped meet the challenge by setting up endowed funds with gifts totaling more than $500,000: • Hwa Ja Andrade Family Endowed Fund for tuition assistance – established by Peter ’82 and Eric ’83 Andrade. • Cherie Weicker Bennett Family Endowment Fund for students needing tuition assistance who travel a great distance to Servite – established by Sean ’78, Sterling ’78, Ted ’80, and Mitchell ’82 Bennett. • Class of 1982 Fund for tuition assistance – established by classmates Pete Bowen, Jim Carter, and Mike Gentile. • Robert & Noreen Curry Family Fund for tuition assistance – established by Rob & Noreen Curry, parents of Bobby Curry ’15. • Salma Bushala-Hamud Scholarship Fund for students needing tuition assistance from single parent families – established by Salma Bushala-Hamud and friends. • Butler Family Scholarship Fund for tuition assistance – established by Doug Butler ’82. • Jaime Jarrin Scholarship Fund for Latino students needing tuition assistance – established by Dodgers Spanish broadcaster Jaime Jarrin. • Miller-Dena Promise Scholarship Fund for football players needing tuition assistance – Legacy Membership on the Rise established by the 1960 Championship Football Team in honor of Servite’s first football coaches, Bill Miller and George Dena. • James L. and Shirley A. Rosenkranz Endowment Fund for tuition assistance – established by Jamie ’90 and Tim ’86 Rosenkranz. • Schaner Family Fund for tuition assistance – established by Kevin ’84, Peter ’73, Paul ’80, Steve ’87, Thomas ’75, and Leo Schaner, Mary Schaner Hund, Mary Schaner Walswick and Stephen Walswick ’02. • Scott Studenmund Scholarship Fund for tuition assistance – established by George & Laura Livermore.

The Advancement Office would like to assist you in fulfilling your desire to make a Servite education possible for future Friars. Please contact Mr. Steven Beaird, VP of Advancement, sbeaird@servitehs. Legacy Society membership has increased from 2 to 40 members in five years. org, or 714-774-7575 x1168 for more information.

12 It’s Reunion Time by Jo Ruiz, Director of Advancement Events

Seven classes will celebrate reunions during 2015. As we welcome this year’s graduating class, we also welcome home alumni from the classes of 1965, 1975, 1985, 1990, 1995, 2005 and 2010.

Thursday, October 22 – Welcome Back Reception at Servite Friday, October 23 – Tailgate Party before the Servite-Mater Dei football game Saturday, October 24 – Open evening for classes to plan their own events Sunday, October 25 – Mass on campus in honor of classmates who have passed

All alumni are invited to participate in these events. If you are interested in helping out or would like more information, kindly contact Jo Ruiz in the Class of 1965 - (l-r): Bill Kaiser, Secretary; Advancement Office at [email protected] or (714) 774-7575 ext. 1604. Jeff Kluewer, President; Bob Corrigan, Vice- President; Steve Ganahl, Treasurer. The Class of 2005 will kick off the reunions with their 10-year gathering on June 20 at Servite High School for an informal afternoon with food, drinks, games and good times. Danny Bluth ’05 is leading the charge and asks that he be contacted with any questions surrounding the event: (267) 449-1639 or [email protected].

“The Boys Are Back in Town” with the Class of 1975’s reunion Friday, June 26 at JT Schmid’s in Anaheim. Patrick Ryan ’75 is leading the efforts. The Class of 1995 is planning their reunion for October 23 with Rosary and Connelly High Schools. The Class of 1985 is planning on having their reunion October 10. Visit Reunion page on the Servite website under Alumni for more information about all upcoming reunions, www.servitehs.org. Class of 1975 - "The Boys Are Back in Town" If you are interested in helping spread the word or learning more, contact Jo Ruiz to celebrate their 40-Year Reunion. Join them [email protected] (ext. 1604) or Steffanie Early at [email protected] (ext. on June 26th at JT Schmid's in Anaheim. 1127) in the Advancement Office. We hope to see you soon!

Class of 1995 - The Class of 1995 wants to Class of 1990 - (l-r): Chris Krpan, Secretary; Class of 1985 - The Class of 1985 is see you at their 20-Year Reunion at Servite's Brent Boznanski, President; John Chew, ready to celebrate their 30-Year Reunion Alumni Weekend, which kicks off Thursday, Vice-President; Nick Akmon, Treasurer. October 10th. October 22 with a welcome reception on campus.

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