winter 2015 our P Skutt Cat holic Alumni, News ofInterestfor arents, andFriends Mike McMahon –1952 - 2014 Skutt Catholic National Merit Semi-Finalists Inside this Issue President’s Letter ...... 2 Alumni Updates ...... 3 Alumni Updates...Why German? ...... 9 Around Skutt Catholic ...... 11 Save the Date ...... 21 Chairman’s Letter ...... 22 Annual Report ...... 23 Donors ...... 24 In Memoriam 30 SkyHawk Back-to-Back Champions back cover

Magazine Contributors Alumni News - Sharon Neal, Advancement Database Specialist and Administrative Assistant Contributors - Cynthia Carlson, Lowell Ferguson, John McMahon, Rev. Jeff Mollner, Jeremy Moore, Sharon Neal, Phil Ruden, Julie Schmitz, Mark Schnitzler, and Doug & Sherri Troupe Top L-R: Brittany Margritz, Layout and Design - Allison Leeper, TMT Graphic Designs Brooke Jablonski, Christina Photographers: Nicole Ferguson, Karen Spurlock, and John Vela Thibodeau, Jason Mailing Database - Janet Stiles, Webmaster and IT Specialist Stratman, and Matthew Printing - Leading Edge Printing Schaffer Editor - Lucy Smith, Vice President of Advancement

Contact Mission Skutt Catholic High School V.J. & Angela Skutt 3131 S 156th St Catholic High School Omaha, NE 68130-1907 forms and educates p: 402-333-0818 young men and women f: 402-333-1790 to become Christian Cover Photograph - Mike McMahon, inset photo: leaders who empower Mike accepting the NSAA U.S. Cellular Cup at others, promote justice, halftime of the Skutt Catholic - York football game and initiate change. Memorial Stadium in 2013. MAKE A DIFFERENCE Skutt Catholic High School admits students of any race, color, and national or ethnic origin.

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prayers for the McMahon, Ferguson, and who supported Angel Flight and those who Troupe families as they continue to deal support Skutt Catholic in so many other with the loss of their loved ones. ways. I am confident that that same spirit will result in a successful Annual Appeal, which This school year began in an exciting way as will continue through June 2015. Thanks we welcomed the largest freshman class in to all of our benefactors, and to those the school’s history at 216 strong - evidence administrators, faculty, and staff members that interest in being a SkyHawk is at its who have been such good stewards of historical peak and continues to soar. At the treasure with which they have been the same time, we initiated the schools 1:1 entrusted over the years, Skutt Catholic iPad program, positioning our students and finds itself in a very stable financial position. teachers on the cutting edge of technology in The 2014 Annual Report is included in this the classroom. The iPads are transforming edition of Our Legacy and provides a vivid our classrooms into centers of collaboration picture of your generosity and stewardship. and learning, empowering our students to be 21st century learners and active Much of the success that we have seen in and competitive players in an increasingly recent years was the result of a strategic John F. McMahon complex and global world. Beyond the planning process completed in the years President iPads, great things continue to happen in leading up to 2010 and enacted and our classrooms that prepare our students completed since then. It is now time to May the peace and joy of Christ be with well to engage the world in successful ways. engage in that process again, and spring each of you. In this edition of Our Legacy, Mrs. Cynthia 2015 will find us once more taking stock of Carlson highlights the value of learning where Skutt Catholic is and where we want It seems as though it was only yesterday German and provides shining examples to see it go in the future. that I was writing about watching the sun of SkyHawk alumni who have gone on to set for the last time over the Gulf of Mexico great success - due, in part, to their learning As we enter into 2015 and look forward to as I prepared to make my final move to of German while at Skutt Catholic. We seek the years to come, one thing that remains Omaha and to Skutt Catholic High School. to build upon the success that saw last constant is the centrality of our Lord, Jesus Yet, the proverbial sun has now set on my year’s ACT scores surpass the national, Christ, in all that we do at Skutt Catholic. first semester as president of Skutt Catholic state, and archdiocesan averages and He brought us through the tragic deaths of and on the year 2014. As happens for so PSAT scores that produced five National loved ones and assured us of life beyond many, the end of one year and the dawning Merit Semi-Finalists, more than any other our earthly lives. The gifts that we use of another gives us pause to reflect on what school of our size in Nebraska, public or and share that generate our successes has been, what is, and what is to come. private (only two schools, both Class A, ultimately come from Him. He is the source claimed more semi-finalists than Skutt of our mission to form and to educate young While there is much to celebrate at Skutt Catholic). In the wake of last year’s 11 state men and women to be Christian leaders Catholic, the fall semester was unfortunately championships, our football team won its who empower others, promote justice, and marked by a great deal of tragedy in our second consecutive championship, and our initiate change. It is our continued faith in school community. In October we lost a girls’ golf team, volleyball team, and mock Him that will carry us well into the future. dear colleague, mentor, and friend in Mike trial team finished their respective seasons McMahon. Mike gave so much of himself to as state runners-up. During halftime of the May God continue to bless each of you, Skutt Catholic in his 17 years at the school football championship game, Skutt Catholic as you are a blessing to us, and may and 13 years as activities director. During accepted the NSAA U.S. Cellular Cup for God continue to bless Skutt Catholic High those years our school saw tremendous the fifth time in seven years, evidence that School. growth and experienced success at our activities program continues to be one almost unimaginable rates and across the of the premier programs in the state. This Go SkyHawks! spectrum of activities - from athletics to past fall saw the Nebraska premier of the performing arts and everything in between. Broadway musical Big Fish on the Skutt In Christ, In the wake of Mike’s passing, we learned Catholic stage, following in the success of of the untimely deaths of two of our young last spring’s award-winning performance of alumni. Mark Ferguson ‘05 died tragically Les Miserables. Six of our musicians were on a Nashville roadside in November trying selected for All State choir or band, and two to help those involved in a traffic accident. were selected for national honors choirs. John F. McMahon Shortly thereafter, Paul Troupe ‘10 was President killed in a traffic accident in Arizona. Our Angel Flight 2014, Expect a Masterpiece, school community is far too young to be celebrated the masterpieces that are our “It is enough that you are young for me to facing the deaths of alumni, and in these students. Nearly $400,000 was raised at love you.” two cases Skutt Catholic and the world lost the event. My heartfelt thanks go to all those - St. John Bosco two outstanding young men. This issue of Our Legacy pays tribute to each of these fine SkyHawks, and I ask for your continued

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Jeff Riesselman ‘97 and his wife Karisa recently adopted a baby girl from out of state. Her name is Kaya Jo Riesselman and she was born Oct. 11, 2014 in Portland, Maine. Their 6 year old son Charlie, a kindergartner at Christ the King, stayed behind Charles Olson ‘98 and Jen Nelson under the care of family and friends Olson ‘99 welcomed their fourth child while they traveled to Maine awaiting this year. Dominic James Olson was the birth of baby Kaya. After she was born on May 13, 2014. Eight year old born, Kaya required a longer than sister Addison, 5 year old sister Ellie, anticipated stay at the Barbara Bush and 3 year old brother Christopher truly Children’s Hospital at Maine Medical love 6 month old Dominic. Center. Jeff stayed in Maine for three weeks and Karisa stayed for a total of 40 days before they were finally able to welcome Kaya home to Omaha on Carolyn McMannama Sutton ‘99 and her Nov. 13, 2014. husband Chase welcomed their third child this summer! Neal Charles Sutton was born on July 9, 2014 at 8 lbs. 7 oz. He joins his big sisters Eloise Joan Sutton, age 5, and Edith Day Sutton, age 3. Neal is constantly entertained by his big sisters and the Suttons are having a blast as a family of five.

Steve Schumacher ‘01 and wife Emily are proud to announce the birth of their son. Matthew John Schumacher was born on Aug. 4, 2014. He weighed 8 lbs. 1 oz. and measured 20 1/2 inches long. Matthew is welcomed by mom, dad, and big sister Jillian.

Allison Eccker Boulay ‘02 and husband Vince are pleased to announce that their new baby, Leo Eccker Boulay was born Aug. 15, 2014. He weighed 7 lbs. 3 oz. and measured 21 inches long.

Laura Christiansen Larson ‘02 and husband Ben would like to announce the birth of their second child. They welcomed Audrey Jane Larson to their family on Oct. 13, 2014. She weighed 9 lbs. 2 oz. and was 20 3/4 inches in length. Evan is her big brother.

3 | skutt catholic Brett Render ‘02 and Erin McMahon Render ‘02 welcomed the birth of their second child, Reese Nicole on June 26, 2014. Pictured with Reese is daughter Brooklyn who is 5 years old.

John Gawley ‘02 and his wife Trisha are pleased to announce that their new baby, Michael was born Sept. 3, 2014.

Ashley Rasmussen Hinze ‘02 and husband, Eric welcomed their second daughter, Kaia Paige on Sept. 1, 2014. She was born at 6:05 p.m., weighed 8 lbs. 7oz. and measured 22 inches long. Her big sister Kinley is 3 year old.

Kate Dempsey ‘03 was married to Sam Cooper on June 21, 2014. Her bridesmaids included Amy Ruf Smith ‘03 and her sisters Margaret Dempsey ‘05 and Maureen Dempsey ‘08.

Stephanie Lawton Pestotnik ‘03, husband John, and big brother Henry are happy to announce that Samantha Rose Pestotnik was born on Oct. 26, 2014 weighing 7 lbs. 6 oz. and measuring 19 3/4 inches long.

Elizabeth Gawley Bullington ‘04 and Nick Bullington are proud to announce the birth TJ Welniak, MD ‘03 and Teryn Sedillo, DDS of their daughter. Emiline Bullington was were united in marriage on Oct. 18, 2014 at born April 8, 2014. St. John’s Catholic Church on the Creighton University Campus. The couple currently Andrew White-Hamilton ‘04 married resides in Brooklyn, NY where TJ is an Sarah Hammons in Platte City, MO emergency room physician at Maimonides on Aug. 9, 2014. The couple reside in Medical Center and is completing a Medical Lawrence, KS where Sarah works as Education Fellowship. TJ recently completed a Physical Therapist and Andrew is his Emergency Medicine Residency at the employed at Garmin in Olathe, KS. University of Nebraska Medical Center, where he was Chief Resident. Teryn is a 2014 graduate of Creighton University Dental School and practices in New York City.

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Mark Holland ‘05 married Amy Jackman and have two sons, Cayden (3) and Parker (8 months). Mark graduated from UNL in Middle School Education and is currently working at Park Middle School in Lincoln as a 6th grade Math, Social Studies, and English as a Second Language teacher, while also working on his second Masters degree.

Alexandra Wolf Kane ‘05 and husband Jenna Reinders Bishop ‘05 and husband Ryan would like to announce the birth of Alex are proud parents of Abram James their third child. Liam Thomas was born Bishop who was born on Sept. 17, 2014. at 5:49 p.m. on Dec. 5, 2014. He weighed 8 lbs. 5 oz. and measured 20 inches long. Christina Gawley McMichen ‘06 and her Liam was welcomed by big sister Nyah and husband Brian are happy to announce a brother Daniel! new addition to their family. William Brian McMichen was born on Nov. 15, 2014. Big sister Isabelle (2) holds her new baby brother.

Sarah Guinane Hennings ‘06 and Chris Hennings were married Aug. 16, 2014 at St. Margaret Mary Church in Omaha, NE. They honeymooned in the Bahamas. Sarah is currently working for Infectious Disease and Epidemiology Associates as a Physician Assistant and Chris is working for Benesch Consulting Engineering Firm as a Civil Engineer. Bridesmaids L-R: Sarah Smith ‘06, Sarah Taphorn ‘06, Ashley Kiekhoefer ‘06, Riley Moritz (current Skutt 9th grader), Reagan Moritz (future Skyhawk), Kati Asherin ‘06, Alyssa Johnson (current Skutt 11th grader), Elizabeth Odorisio ‘06, Emily Higgins, Kelsey Brannen Ludemann ‘06 Groomsmen L-R: Mitchell Guinane ‘08, Jeff Hennings, Matt Havelka, Jason McMillan ‘06, Jake Tiegen, Brendan O’Connor, Jeff Martin, Colin Wurtz ‘06, Dan Hennings, Michael Guinane ‘10 Flower Girl: Evelyn Jones (Elizabeth Odorisio’s ‘06 niece) Ring Bearer: Brandon Hennings

5 | skutt catholic Trent Schlautman ‘07 and Mandi Andersen ‘07 were married on July 26, 2014 at Mary Our Queen Catholic Church. Father Ed Vacek, uncle of the bride, officiated. A reception was held at The Scott Conference Center on the campus of the University of Nebraska at Omaha. Also in the wedding party were Todd Schlautman ‘08, Jake Andersen ‘08, Brad Hudson ‘07, Jake Kliene ‘07, Matt Foster ‘07, Evan Freyermuth ‘07, Alli Andersen ‘14, Jenna Schlautman ‘12, Katie Patera ‘07, Lizza Quinlevan ‘07, and current Skutt student Jessica Schlautman. Trent is currently employed at BuilderTREND Solutions and Mandi is currently employed at Enchanted Honeymoons.

Jimmie L. Pinkham III, J.D., ‘07 became engaged to Kristine Matt Nelson ‘07 and wife Megan Niemann, a graduate of wish to announce that they are the Duchesne Academy, in proud parents of Bennett Matthew September of 2014 and Nelson who was born Aug. 5, 2014. will marry on Oct. 3, 2015. Both Matt and Megan work at the Jimmie is a graduate of University of Nebraska at Omaha. In the Creighton University January, Matt will begin Ph.D studies in School of Law in 2014 higher education administration at the and is currently working University of Nebraska – Lincoln. as a Deputy County Attorney for the Civil Division of the Douglas County Attorney’s Office.

Josh Berens ‘08 and Megan Schmitz ‘08 were married on April 26, 2014 at St. Stephen the Martyr Catholic Church. Their reception followed at the Scoular Ballroom. The wedding party included eight Skutt Catholic alumni, Bailey Schmitz ‘11, Lauren Naughton ‘08, Tyler Sackett ‘08, Payton Brannen ‘08, Jake Cardenas ‘08, Steve Eichelberg ‘05, Josh Molek ‘08, and Mike Thedinga ‘08. Josh is a firefighter for the Omaha Fire Department and Megan is a Registered Dietitian at Nebraska Medicine and is currently working on her Master of Science degree in Medical Nutrition at the University of Nebraska Medical Center. Nick Wedige ‘08 and Kayleigh Peterson were married Oct. 18, 2014 at Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Church in Kansas Jake Reinders ‘08 is currently playing City, MO. Nick graduated from the Art European basketball for team Rasta-Vechta Institutes International in Kansas City, KS. in Vechta, Germany. He is employed as a production specialist at Blu Giant Studios in Omaha. Kayleigh graduated from the University of Kansas Stephanie Sackett Smith ‘08 and Matthew Smith were and also earned her Master of Business married on Aug. 17, 2013 at St. Robert Bellarmine Church degree from Rockhurst University. She in Omaha. Stephanie earned a Master’s degree in is an account manager at Orion Advisor Speech-Language Pathology in 2013 and is employed by Services LLC also in Omaha. They are CHI Health. Matthew, formerly of Carmel, IN, is employed making their home in Omaha. as a business analyst with Lease Team, Inc.

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Liz Kavan Kuncl ‘08 was married to Adam Kuncl on Sept. 13, 2014. Liz currently works at Union Pacific. Adam was a 2008 graduate of Gross Catholic and currently Stephanie Muschall ‘09 received her works at First Data. Master’s in Business Administration degree from Missouri State University in December 2014. She accepted a position as Marketing Communications Specialist at Americo Financial Life and Annuity Kristin Vankat ‘09 Insurance Company in Kansas City, MO graduated with high and will begin working in January 2015. distinction from UNL in May 2013. She Tyler Friend ‘10, son of John and Karen earned her Masters Friend, graduated from the University of in Accounting from Nebraska – Lincoln in May 2014 with a UNO in August 2014 BS in Criminal Justice. He began at the and also passed all four parts of the CPA Omaha Police Department Academy in exam over the summer. Kristin started April and Graduated on Aug. 28, 2014. employment with McGladrey CPA’s in Tyler will finish his Field Training Officer Omaha this fall. training in December and will then be on his own serving the public.

Pictured L-R: Mayor Jean Stothert, Tyler Friend, Chief Todd Schmaderer, and Tyler’s father, John Friend, retired Omaha police officer.

Ashley Holland ‘10 graduated from Benedictine College in Athletic Training and Strength & Conditioning and completed her college soccer career with the Benedictine College Women’s Soccer team. The team won both the 2014 Heart of America Athletic Conference (HAAC) and HAAC tournament, and successfully made it to the 2014 NAIA National Tournament Quarterfinals, with Ashley earning the HAAC 2014 Defensive Player of the Year award and HAAC 1st Team All Conference in 2013 and 2014. L-R: Jennifer Daro ‘13, sophomore at Creighton, Kaylan Jablonski ‘14, Frankie Krejci Smith ‘11 was accepted to UNMC medical school. She will start In August freshman at UNL, SC head softball coach 2015 after graduating from Nebraska Wesleyan this coming spring. No doubt Frankie’s Keith Engelkamp and Erin McGonigal ‘12, Skutt Catholic education and hard work helped her achieve this goal. junior at Creighton.

7 | skutt catholic Kyle Miller ‘05 was on the Skutt Catholic winning team his senior year when they finished 1st place at the Class B State Football Championship in Lincoln receiving a gold medal for his efforts. His brother, Matt Miller ‘09, also played in a Class B State Football Championship game his senior year where the team finished runner-up at Memorial Stadium allowing Matt to receive a silver medal. Matt received another silver medal while a member of the SC state basketball team when they finished runner-up at a state championship game. Current junior Brandon Miller has been privileged to be on two back-to-back SC state football teams and has received two gold medals for these championships.

All of the brothers are very proud of being part of the hard work and successes of SC Football. Brandon is absolutely shooting for a 3rd title for Coach Turman before he graduates. L-R: Kyle Miller ‘05, junior Brandon Miller, and Matt Miller ‘09 are brothers who have all played in state Kyle went on to play at Dana College in Blair, NE and Matt currently football championship games under the leadership of plays for the University of South Dakota. Brandon is hoping to follow his Coach Matt Turman. brothers and also play football in college.

Darby Epperson ‘14 recently moved to Los Angeles, CA to pursue a career in performing arts. She attends school at American Musical and Dramatic Academy (AMDA), and is studying to get her Bachelor of Fine Arts in Dance Theater. AMDA also has a campus in New York and she will have the opportunity to study there during her third semester and can’t wait to see what they have to offer. While in LA, Darby has been able to do a little sightseeing during her free time. Actually, she just has to step outside and she is next to some pretty huge tourist attractions. The Hollywood Walk of Fame is right across the street from her dorm, Capitol Records is caddy corner from her school, and the Chinese Theater on Hollywood Boulevard (with famous stars’ hand/footprints) is just a block away. So, even though it has been difficult to adjust being so far away from her family and friends, she is so thankful for the experience that allows her to do what she love every day!

Dakota Krejci Smith ‘14 is studying Architecture at K-State and is excited to be a sprinter on the Wildcat Track Team.

Six Skutt Catholic alums received their white coats during initiation ceremonies at the Former Skutt Catholic tennis stars University of Nebraska Medical Center this past August: L-R: Jennilee McCarty ‘10, Angela Polodna ‘03, Elise Sambol ‘07, Michaela Klesitz ‘10, Rebecca Osborn ‘10, Andy Hollins ‘10, Derek Vogel ‘09, and Joe and Brian Polodna ‘07 returned to the Pachunka ‘09 courts during a celebration this past Fall.

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Faculty member Cynthia Carlson explores why German is a beneficial language to master and how it has opened doors for Why German? several Skutt Catholic alumni.

A case can be made for • Germany is first in the world for financial support to study at its secondary schools and studying any language, or many universities, and ranks third in the highest number of international students. languages for that matter, but • Four of the five best “quality of living” cities for students are located in German-speaking countries: Vienna, Zurich, Munich, and Berlin. a helpful question to ask when • Berlin ranks as first in the world as the best place for creative artists of any kind, and is the choosing to study a particular most affordable city for students pursuing all arts. foreign language is which one • Germany is the second-most innovative country in the world after the U.S. will serve you best in school, • German is the most widely spoken native language in Europe, and the official language college, and in the workforce. of Austria, Switzerland, Liechtenstein, Luxembourg, Belgium, and Italy’s South Tyrol. If the question is focused on German is also a minority language in Denmark, Poland, France, Czech Republic, Hungary, Romania, and Slovakia. which language will offer you a • German is the third most taught foreign language in the world, and second most popular competitive edge in such fields or language in Europe and Japan, after English. industries as alternative energy, • English is a Germanic language, making German easier for English speakers to learn. pharmaceuticals, automotive, Other Germanic languages include Dutch, Yiddish, Flemish, Afrikaans, Frisian, Swedish, engineering, construction, heavy Danish, Norwegian, and Icelandic. equipment, transportation, • The average lifetime earnings bonus for students of German is significantly higher than for students of the most commonly taught Romance Languages. precision instruments, medical • Germany is the fourth largest national economy in the world, while Switzerland and Austria equipment, finance, banking, rank third and fourth in the EU in per capita GDP. insurance, technology, the arts, • Switzerland is currently ranked first in the world for economic competitiveness with scientific research, architecture, Germany ranking fifth. philosophy, medicine, music, and • In terms of market size, innovation, infrastructure, and training, Germany ranks third in the computer science, then consider world. U.S. companies and state governments are studying the German model in training skilled factory workers. German for the following reasons: • Germany is second only to China as the world’s largest exporter, with the highest balance of payments surplus. • Germany has invested over a trillion euros in the U.S. Each country employs about 800,000 people in the other’s workforce. There are over 3,700 headquarters and branch offices of German-owned subsidiaries in the U.S. • Nine of the 50 largest companies in the world are German: the best known are BMW; Daimler; Deutsche Post; Deutsche Telekom; Siemens; and Volkswagen. Hochtief is the world’s leading construction company, and Deutsche Bank is one of the biggest

Sources Consulted: GE Innovation Barometer financial institutions. Daimler and Siemens rank 3rd and 4th in spending on research and 2014; The Economist; Mercer Consulting Quality development. of Living Survey; World Economic Forum Global • Bertelsmann is the world’s largest publisher and German book publishing as a whole Competitiveness Report; Bloomberg Business ranks third in the world after England and China. Report; The Wall Street Journal; The New York • Germany’s SAP is the world’s largest software producer after Silicon Valley, Boston, and Times; International Herald-Tribune; The German Information Center; German Business Matters—A London, and “de” is the most widely used country- specific domain. Congressional Study Group on Germany; German • Germany is ranked the most energy-efficient country in the world and a leader in alternative American Chamber of Commerce; Goethe energy by the American Council for an Energy-Efficient Economy. Institute; BBC Poll World Polls; Globe Scan Country • Germany, Austria and Switzerland consistently rank at or near the top in Winter and Ratings; U.S. State Department German Fact Summer Olympic sports. Germany is the only country whose men and women have both Sheet; United Nations Human Development Index; German-American Heritage Foundation; UNESCO won the World Cup, with the German Men’s team scoring the highest number of goals in Worldometer, Forbes, et al soccer history.

9 | skutt catholic Oh, the Places You’ll Go! ”You have brains in your head. You have feet in your shoes.

You can steer yourself any Presentation on direction you choose.” Bayesian Statistics in Vienna, Austria -Dr. Seuss

Tanner “Timo” Sorensen ‘10 studied in Berlin, Germany as a UNL Junior with a DAAD scholarship. After graduating with a German Major, Tanner is now pursuing a Master’s Degree in Linguistics in Potsdam, Germany (just outside Berlin) with full funding from DAAD Molly “Dagmar” (German Academic Exchange Service). His studies are related to optimizing computer Gottschalk ‘07 speech recognition. studied German Austin “Markus” Newcomer ‘12 is at UNL where she currently studying German at UNL and also earned her enrolled in ROTC. He recently won the MBA. She currently highly coveted German Armed Forces works at Sandhills Publishing (based in Proficiency Badge, awarded by the Lincoln, NE) for the international publication Bundeswehr, and one of the few foreign Marketbox, which requires travel to their badges allowed to be worn by the US overseas territory in Berlin, Germany. military. While still at Skutt, Austin toured Germany with Meetings are often conducted in German a fellow German student/National Wrestling Champion & which gives Molly the chance to maintain Internationally Ranked, Thomas Gilman. her language skills. Bryant “Bernd” Wulfkuhle ‘06 currently works as a Biochemist with Dow AgroSciences in Indianapolis after graduating from Purdue University with a degree in Biotechnology. Bryant was the very first Skutt Catholic student-and the only one to date- to spend his entire junior year of high school abroad, with a full scholarship from the Bundestag Youth Exchange Program.

William “Wolfie” Gross ‘10 is a graduate of DePaul University in Chicago, IL with separate degrees in Political Science and Relational Communication, along with minors in Modern Language (German) and Brenna “Bianca” Rossi ‘13 is an ASL (American Sign Language). Since leaving Skutt undergraduate student at the University of Catholic, Will has spent nearly six months abroad, and Dallas in Texas majoring in Biochemistry says that his German skills always save the day when with a minor in German. She hopes to English does not suffice. do research in Germany in the summer of 2015 with a DAAD scholarship. As a Vojtech Helikar ‘05 came to Skutt Catholic as an exchange student from the Czech Republic, Skutt sophomore, Brenna participated in a and continued his study of German while here. He earned scholarships to study Economics summer exchange program with a partner in Germany and Austria, and currently serves as Executive Director of the Czech Trade school in Bregenz, Austria, along with Promotion in Sydney, Australia. Vojtech knows first-hand the rewards for German-speaking classmates Alexis “Alexandra” Schinco, specialists in international business. Mary “Monika” Friedt, and Haley Cynthia Carlson “Kerstin” Eck.

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Still Waters Run Deep in

Photo credits: Karen Spulock

Big Fish With auditions last May, a week-long summer boot-camp, and acting, choreography, and vocal rehearsals that began in August, the cast and crew members pushed themselves to meet new The Skutt Catholic Theatre and Vocal Music departments kicked off challenges. The cast and crew members learned to juggle, walk on the theatre season this fall with the Nebraska premiere of Big Fish! stilts, and tap dance. They created an “Alabama Stomp,” performed We were only the 8th theatre company to produce this beautiful dream sequences, dealt with flying fish and robotic set pieces. A musical since it closed on Broadway last December. John August cast member was even shot out of a cannon, while others interacted and Andrew Lippa adapted Daniel Wallace’s novel, Big Fish that with the audience. These are just a few examples of taking SC was the basis of a Tim Burton movie in 2003. theatre to new limits.

On the surface, Big Fish is full of stories of epic proportions with More than 50 students participated in the musical, along with a giant, werewolf, and witch, but underneath, it is a telling story a 17-piece professional orchestra. This year, alumna Traci of a father and son who have lost the connection they once had. Christensen Stiles ‘02 joined the artistic team as choreographer. Sometimes the most difficult relationships are the ones that become the most important because of what they can teach us. In its second year, the Nebraska High School Theatre Awards We have to learn to see beyond the surface, to the person, and (NHSTA) program provides an opportunity for musical theatre when it comes to the relationship between parents and a child, students to receive professional critiques. After receiving last nothing could be truer. year’s outstanding performance award in June, the musical theatre

11 | skutt catholic students used this premiere opportunity to showcase all that we can do.

One professional said, “I’ve been going to musicals for more than 40 years. This story had more emotional impact on me than 90 percent of the musicals I’ve seen, thanks to strong lead performances. Ensemble work showed excellent attention to detail and individual role-playing. The energy levels and focus were strong.” We have high hopes for possible recognition at the NHSTA’s again this year.

One of the cast members told me, “Big Fish tries hard to teach an audience a story of love, comedy, and relationships … I have learned the tenderness and beauty of life. Death comes for us all, and this taught me how to live for something far greater than The End.” We had a wonderful time bringing this story to our stage and sharing all of the myths and legends it contained. Mark Schnitzler

our legacy | 12 Around championship game. The SkyHawks faced a tough task in their district as the top two teams in the state were also in their district. Only one team was guaranteed a state tournament spot. The SkyHawks fell to Elkhorn in the semifinals and just missed out on a wildcard invite to state. Great effort girls!

Cross Country

As they always have, the SkyHawk Fall 2014 Cross Country team and Coach Steve What a kickoff to the fall season; the Boys Tennis Schumacher ran and ran and ran during SkyHawks started the 2014-15 school summer workouts. The boys and the girls year with a state championship in football began the year with personal and team The week of state golf always ends with goals just within their reach. At the RCC and two runner up finishes in girls golf additional state competitions in boys meet held at Mount Michael, the girls and volleyball! tennis and softball. The boys tennis finished 1st; individual placements saw team, coached by Sheryl Vaughn was Kelli Zavadil 2nd, Abby Nicholas 3rd, in rebuilding mode. There were some Abby Lenz 4th, Kaelie Lenz 7th, Macy Girls Golf setbacks but every match was extremely Damewood, and Mary Ninneman. The hard fought. At the RCC tournament boys finished in 4th place withTrevor Coach Mike Stolarskyj returned a great Skyler Lowe won #1 singles. Camenzind 4th, Jon Camenzind 10th, group of girl golfers this past season. The Scott Friend, Andrew Heithoff, Jacob girls finished 1st at the River City Conference Baumert, Brett Manternach. A week (RCC) meet and 1st at districts with Teresa Softball later at districts, at SC, the boys finished Kaiser individually winning districts. The 2nd and the girls were 1st. At state, the team completed an amazing season as Coach Keith Engelkamp’s softball team boys finished 6th, while the girl’s team state runner up with Teresa Kaiser finishing included a talented group of senior girls finished a terrific season with a 3rd place 12th at the state meet. Team members also and finished the season with a 20-12 finish. Abbey Lenz earned an impressive included Lydia Nokels, Emma Sheridan, record. The team had a great run at the 8th place medal. For a runner, there are Maggie Elliott, and Elia Healy. RCC tournament but fell just short in the always more trails to conquer.

Cross Country

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Coach Matt Turman kicked off their season with a few dominate wins. The team experienced a couple learning losses in the middle of the year before putting together an impressive run in the playoffs. The SkyHawks culminated their season with a Volleyball state championship. In the playoffs, Skutt Catholic defeated Waverly 35-0, Seward 17-13, and Scottsbluff 28-7 to advance to Girls Golf Memorial Stadium. In the championship game, the SkyHawk offense showed the Elkhorn Antlers their dominance. They controlled the game and soared to a 40-10 victory. SkyHawk Football has reached the state playoffs 11 of the last 12 years and this was the program’s 3rd state championship in ten years. Great year guys! Mock Trial

Volleyball

Volleyball Coach Renee Saunders began her 4th season with leadership provided by two dedicated seniors, Claire Knust and Monica Hruby. The SkyHawks won the RCC tournament. A tough district brought a #1 seed and huge wins over Elkhorn South and Elkhorn. However, the SkyHawks came up just short falling to Norris in the state Football final. Saunder’s team finished the season as state runner-up with a 36-6 record and plenty of amazing memories. Community Involvement Day Mock Trial On Wed., Oct. 1, Skutt Catholic High School students, faculty and administration participated in our annual Community Involvement Day. During this wonderful ‘Hawktober’ tradition, the Mock Trial, coached by faculty member entire student body visited various agencies and schools that serve the elderly, children, Mary Meyers and SkyHawk parents Pat those experiencing poverty, and the disabled and sick within the Omaha and surrounding and Judy Borchers, had a dominate run this community. This day provides students and faculty the opportunity to learn about the people fall. The team battled Duchesne Academy and agencies that serve the needs of our community, and then do service themselves. It is at the mock trial state tournament. It was a a joy every year to hear how the students’ eyes were opened and their hearts were touched skillful trial by both teams. The SkyHawks through the people they had interacted with on this day. came up just short and were awarded state This year, our students spent time with almost 50 sites in the Omaha and surrounding area. runner-up. Mock Trial has won five out of Some of their experiences included a Fashion Show at Good Samaritan Society-Millard, the last six state championships and has building with Habitat for Humanity, bus training with students at Millard Young Adult Program, made several trips to nationals. and painting pumpkins with residents of nursing homes. Two groups partnered with students What a year and it is only January! with disabilities from Boyd Elementary and played games at Seymour Smith Park. We closed the day watching a slideshow of pictures of all of the different places we visited and people Jeremy Moore we met that day. Athletic Director Julie Schmitz Service Coordinator

our legacy | 14 Jill and Mike McMahon Our Skutt Catholic Mike McMahon Mark Ferguson ‘05 One of the poems we study in our Theology and Literature class is a poem Mark Ferguson graduated Skutt Catholic in 2005. He by Gerard Manly Hopkins titled Spring and Fall. On the surface it is a poem attended the University of Nebraska – Lincoln, pursuing about a young girl named Margaret who is mourning the loss of summer a degree in Criminal Justice. During his first year at the and the coming of winter as she watches the leaves fall from the trees. university he was hired as a dispatcher for the University However, the last line of poem reads, “It is the blight man was born for, it Police Department; a job he held until after his 2010 is Margaret you mourn for.” Every year we watch the green life of summer graduation. After police dispatcher he joined Air Methods, slowly slip away to the bleak death of winter. Hopkins reminds us as we an emergent air ambulance company. Mark enjoyed his watch the leaves die and fall from the trees that we, too, were not meant dispatching work, but the lure of criminal justice work to live on this earth forever. This fall Skutt Catholic lost her beloved Mr. was too strong, and he accepted a job with the Nebraska McMahon. Mike McMahon had been such a part of this school that it is Department of Corrections, a job he held until his death. hard to picture one without the other. He was beloved by faculty, staff, families, and most importantly, students. So many people turned out for his Mark was loud, happy, and loving person. He was larger vigil service and funeral that there was standing room only at both events. than life and you couldn’t help but notice him when he It was a testament to the impact that Mike had on people’s lives; but I think walked into a room. He was the towering, laughing, it was a testament to something even greater as well. It was a testament bearded-figure that refused to comb his hair and had to to our faith, the faith that we so proudly profess here at Skutt Catholic. The be pushed out the door to go home at the end of the night. vigil service for Catholic funerals states that we believe that death is not the Mark loved people: old friends, new friends, and strangers. end, nor does it destroy the bonds we form in our lives. Nobody at Skutt He easily made friends and a friendship with Mark was a Catholic will ever forget Mr. McMahon, nor will our love and admiration for friendship for life. him ever change. We are still very sad about his death, and that sadness On Nov. 14, 2014 Mark died in Nashville, TN. Much has will continue for some time. But, like the young girl in the poem, we also been written and said about the events surrounding his know that even though leaves die and fall to the ground, spring is never far death, but as our family deals with the grieving process off. We believe that all who die in Christ will rise with Him on the last day. there is one point which we choose to focus. When Mark This is the very cornerstone of our faith, that Jesus Christ suffered and died stepped from the bridge and fell into the darkness, a fall for us and purchased for us the rewards of eternal life. That message was which ultimately claimed his life, he did so in the search of on display at Mr. McMahon’s funeral, it is on display every time we gather a lost and beleaguered driver. During the past month the for Mass, and it is on display in the very way we live our lives. Eternal rest word hero has been foisted around to describe his actions. grant unto him O Lord, and let perpetual light shine upon him. I believe that he was a hero, but not because he died trying Rev. Jeff Mollner to do a good deed. My brother was a hero because after he

15 | skutt catholic Mark and Amanda Ferguson Sarah and Paul Troupe Community Mourns Paul Troupe ‘10 fell, mortally injured, he continued to express concern Paul Troupe, class of 2010, was killed in a traffic accident in Phoenix, AZ on Nov. for the lost driver’s welfare, asking again and again if 19, 2014. He is survived by his wife Sarah, parents Doug and Sherri Troupe and he had been located. The selflessness he displayed sister Katie. in the moments of his death, more than anything else, proves his heroism. Paul excelled at Skutt Catholic, earning 10 varsity letters for academics and athletics. He was the captain of the cross country team and finished 10th at the There is much I could say about my brother’s life, but State Cross Country Meet his senior year. it was the actions of others after he died that best stood testament to his character. Mourning with our After graduating from Skutt Catholic, Paul attended Iowa State University in family were Mark’s friends who ranged from new Ames, IA. He graduated from ISU in May 2014 with a degree in Aerospace acquaintances to grade school companions. There Engineering. At ISU he was a member of the Cardinal Key Society, Sigma were countless co-workers, past and present. The two Gamma Tau Aerospace Society, Tau Beta Pi Engineering Society, Phi Kappa Nashville Police Officers who were with Mark when Psi Fraternity, and the Salt Company college ministry along with numerous other he died were so moved they took personal time off clubs and organizations. and drove to Omaha for the service. But the strongest testament of all was the actions of the prisoners that Paul and Sarah met at Iowa State where Sarah also earned her degree in Mark was assigned to monitor as an employee of Aerospace Engineering. The couple was married in Cedar Rapids, IA on May the Nebraska Department of Corrections. These 24, 2014. After a three-week honeymoon traveling throughout Europe, Paul men, who would have every reason to hate, dislike, and Sarah moved to St. Louis, MO where they began their careers at Boeing or avoid their jailer, pooled their meager resources Company. and sent cards and a donation to his family, their only Paul was a friend to all and always saw the good in every person. He served means of offering comfort. everyone he met with compassion and love. He was a source of light and My brother was a grandson, son, brother, husband, happiness in the lives of so many. He lived his life for the glory of the Lord Jesus father, uncle, godfather, and a good man. To all he is Christ and was welcomed into the arms of the Savior. an example of mid-western values, Christian charity, Memorials are being accepted at Skutt Catholic High School to establish a and basic humanism. The world is poorer for his loss, scholarship in his memory. yet richer for his example of goodness. Doug and Sherri Troupe Lowell Ferguson

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SkyHawks in the City SkyHawks in the City is a ‘service trip’ within Omaha. Sudents immerse themselves in a weekend of service in our own backyard. We offer one trip each semester, Nov. 21-23, 2014, and March 27-29, 2015, leaving right after school on Friday, returning on Sunday afternoon, while staying overnight at the Archdiocesan Retreat and Conference Center.

In November, 16 students participated in SkyHawks in the City. Our weekend began with Manicure Mania with the residents at Good Samaritan Society in Millard and line dancing with members of the VSP Club. On Saturday, we distributed Thanksgiving meals at Heart Ministry Center, served lunch at the Open Door Mission, ate lunch at Table Grace Cafe followed by a talk about their mission, and packaged meals with Kids Against Hunger. On Saturday evening, we visited with the residents at Sheltering Tree, a brand new housing community for young adults with developmental disabilities. Former Skutt Catholic teacher, Duane Thome, was very instrumental in the building of this facility and it was very inspiring to see his dream become a reality.

On Sunday morning, we went to Mass at Holy Family and helped make sandwiches with the Holy Family Lunch Program. Throughout the weekend we also shared in reflection and prayer together.

These students were very enthusiastic as they helped wherever needed, truly serving others with a giving spirit. Many of the students volunteer regularly and several return to the sites we visited over the weekend to continue serving. Julie Schmitz Service Coordinator

Posing for a holiday photo are Mock Trial’s Rendezvous Nina Chen, Mary Trading Post Ninneman, Marie Wagner, Brittany Pictured L-R: Juniors Margritz, and Grace Michael Franklin, Smith. The boys Allison West, Andrew peeking behind the Friedt, Brennan Jones, tree are Nick Wagner Madi Koperski and Christian Jasper.

Christmas Choir

17 | skutt catholic Principal Rob Meyers and Abby Hoffman

SkyHawks Gone M.A.D. is an award given each month to a student who exemplifies, by their words and deeds, what Bailey Pfeifer and Arlo Selix with it means to be a true Principal Rob Meyers his mom Vicky Altic SkyHawk. M.A.D. stands for our school motto “Make a Difference.” Students are nominated by faculty, other students, and the community. Congratulations to the winners of the SkyHawks Gone M.A.D. for the first semester of this school year.

The 2014 Mr. SkyHawk Pageant was superb entertainment for all Ruby Ding playing in attendance! Marty Plum was our Emcee for the first time and Chinese Dulcimer did a wonderful job. This year’s winner was Kyle O’Neill a senior varsity football and baseball player. He is pictured in the orange tuxedo with fellow contestant Shane Miller who was the runner up. Shane will fulfill all the Mr. SkyHawk duties, should Kyle be unable complete his reign.

Katie Walker and Matthew Pohlman are Dressed for Homecoming: seen emerging from the TARDIS box during Maggie Keller, Alyssa Schmitt, a Skutt Catholic home football game. Rebecca Langel, and Emily Eich Honoring the Sweep in girls tennis

These ladies are in the Skutt Catholic Colorguard. From L-R are: sophomores Samantha Lierz and Mckenna Schmidt and junior Brianna Siracuse.

This photo was taken at a Skutt Catholic home football game and includes current Colorguard members and middle school students as part of the band fun night.

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Photo credits: Nicole Ferguson Skutt Catholic Angel Flight 2014 When a collection of brilliant minds, hearts, and talents come together… ...Expect a Masterpiece

Over 530 people attended Angel Flight 2014 – Expect a Masterpiece. dinner. The event raised nearly $400,000 for the school. Honorary The event was held on Sat., Sept. 27 at Skutt Catholic High School. Chairs Paul and Patty Mendlik established a $25,000 endowed Steve & Chris Mendlik and Brent & Michele Pohlman served as scholarship for Skutt Catholic students. Dr. Christopher Wolfe was general chairs for the fundraiser. The Commons and gymnasium named Outstanding Alumnus of the Year (see article on the next functioned as open canvases and were transformed into beautiful page) and John McMahon’s President’s Wish List raised $60,000 works of art for the silent auction, live auction, and gourmet for renovation of the school’s chapel.

Steve & Chris Mendlik and Michele & Brent Pohlman The Paul and Patty Mendlik family

19 | skutt catholic Lydia Nokels and Theresa Kaiser sell special raffle tickets

Dr. Christopher Wolfe named Outstanding Alumnus of the Year Dr. Christopher Wolfe is a 1999 graduate of Skutt Catholic Archbishop Lucas High School and a 2003 graduate of the University of leads grace Nebraska at Omaha, where he received a Bachelor of Science degree majoring in biotechnology with a minor in chemistry. In 2008 Dr. Wolfe graduated Summa Cum Laude from Northeastern State University Oklahoma College of Optometry. During his education, Dr. Wolfe received extensive training in all aspects of primary eye care: including eye infections, cataracts, diabetic eye care, specialty contact lenses, and pediatrics. He completed an internship at BVA Advanced Eye Care in Tulsa, OK where he gained specialty training in minor surgical techniques, as well as therapeutic laser ocular surgery. Dr. Wolfe won the Golden Retinoscope Award, the Oklahoma College of Optometry’s highest distinction for clinical excellence. Dr. Wolfe also served as president of the American Optometric Student Association, where he represented over 6,000 members. Currently he is a member of the State Government Relations Committee of the American Big Fish cast Optometric Association and is the Legislative Chairman for performs the Nebraska Optometric Association (NOA) and serves on the Board of Directors for the NOA.

Dr. Wolfe and his wife, Jaime Ammons Wolfe ‘00, have six children, daughters - Ryan, Paityn, Camryn, and Logan and sons - Lincoln and Deacon.

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February 13, 2015

Trivia Night Fundraiser Put a team together and join Fr. Jeff Mollner and Rachel Twist on Fri., Feb.13 in the Commons as they raise funds for the Skutt Catholic summer mission trips to Haiti and Rosebud.

March 7, 2015

Mark Ferguson Fundraiser

Family and friends of the late Mark Ferguson are holding a game/trivia night in the SC Commons with proceeds benefitting Mark and Amanda’s infant daughter Genevieve Ferguson’s Education Fund.

March 27 and 28, 2015

Skutt Catholic Alumni Basketball Tournament Mark and Genevieve Start organizing your team and watch for online sign-ups on SkuttCatholic.com. Ferguson

May 15, 2015

Baccalaureate Mass - 7 p.m. at St Patrick’s Catholic Church in Gretna

May 16, 2015

Graduation - 2:30 p.m. at the Holland Performing Arts Center

June 26, 2015

Skutt Catholic Alumni Association’s Flight for Excellence Golf Tournament

June 27, 2015

Skutt Catholic High School Class of 2005 10-Year Reunion

10 Reunion Chair: Ryan McQuillan YEAR Contact Ryan at [email protected] with REUNION questions or offers to help in the planning process.

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It seems as though every year is a successful year at Skutt Catholic High V.J. and Angela Skutt School. As you will see in this annual report we achieved financial success Catholic High School through the support of our generous Board of Director’s donors and by the sound fiscal management of our administration and 2014-15 faculty.

The high expectations and work ethic of Phil Ruden our students, parents, faculty, and staff Chairman isn’t surprising, but it is also something we can’t take for granted. We must Jerry Crouse constantly challenge ourselves to Vice Chairman raise the bar. We should also strive to Dee Dee Carmody help every student who attends Skutt Phil Ruden Catholic maximize their abilities and Chairman of the Board Secretary opportunities. Beth Amenta We must also adapt to change. As was mentioned in last year’s letter our Trevor Barton students are used to change. In the not too distant future they will very likely Stefanie Christensen be riding in driverless cars that drop them off at work. The car will then go to the grocery store to pick up their submitted on-line order, along with their dry Tehseen Desa cleaning, before returning to the office to pick them up. Sound crazy? Go Back Roxanne Dooley to the Future and look at the world when our seniors were kindergarteners – David Haller Walkmans were just on the verge of being supplanted by something called Patty Johnson an iPod. Texting was a new concept. How do we prepare children to make John Kaiser ethical and moral decisions in a world of twitter, snap-chat, etc? As the Tom Koley world changes, so do the ways that we as adults and role models guide our children. I am proud to be included among those who are accepting these new Brian McGrath challenges. I am also proud of how our administrative leadership approached Julie McNeil the implementation of new technology with the successful launch of the iPad Sharon Rasmussen program and how they and our faculty have managed the challenges that Chuck Stevens came with it. They didn’t shrug at the challenges but accepted each one as an Maria Williamson opportunity and as the reality of the world in which our students live. Fr. Damian Zuerlein As I write this letter I am a parent whose fourth and youngest child will graduate from Skutt Catholic next May (barring a total melt down on his part.) I want to Honorary Members thank the parents who came before me. They built this school and guided it to Sally Skutt Desmond an amazingly successful first 21 years. I guess you might say Skutt Catholic is Tom Skutt legally an adult - but clearly this institution is not done maturing or attaining new Monsignor James Gilg levels of success. Thus on that note, while I am grateful for the past leaders, I would like to pass the torch to new leaders with fresh ideas that will continue to prepare our students for a future that not even Marty McFly has yet seen. Inactive Member Mary McGuire God’s blessings to all of you and thank you for all you do for Skutt Catholic.

Phil Ruden Chairman of the Board

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Operating Revenue: Amounts: Tuition and Fees $6,289,171 The 2014-15 Annual Appeal is underway. Less Financial Aid & Scholarships ($891,580) The goal for this year’s appeal is $125,000. Net Tuition and Fees $5,397,591 The funds raised offset our operational costs and help keep tuition as affordable Parish Assessments $272,022 as possible. The Annual Appeal helps Student Activities $135,504 make up the difference between what a Auxiliary Activities $123,724 family pays in tuition and the actual cost to Other revenue $38,013 educate one student. Your support at a level Total Operating Revenue $5,966,854 meaningful to you will make a difference towards our overall goal. Thank you for your Operating Expenses: Amounts: consideration Instructional $3,451,871 and support of Student Activities $708,219 Skutt Catholic Auxiliary Activities $107,497 High School! General Administration $912,452 Recruitment $155,140 Plant Operations & Maintenance $776,835 Depreciation $492,096 Interest $17,493 Christine and Chuck Stevens Total Operating Expenses $6,621,603 2014-15 Annual Appeal Chairs 2014-15 Operating Loss *($654,749) Annual Appeal GOAL! Nonoperating Revenue, Support, Amounts: 100% Expenses, Gains, & Losses Interest and Investment Income, net $308,901 Development & Fundraising Income $1,087,785 Development & Fundraising Expense ($453,751) Total Nonoperating Revenue, Support, Expenses, *$942,935 If you have not yet Gain, & Losses contributed to the Annual Appeal, please consider CHANGE IN NET ASSETS $288,186 donating. Help us reach NET ASSETS, Beginning of Year $10,813,330 Program Services - Education & Activities83% our $125,000 goal. NETManagement ASSETS, and EndGeneral of Year8% $11,101,516 Fundraising 6% Recruitment 3% Functional Allocation 2014

*Tuition and parish assessments cover approximately 90% of the school's operating expenses, while the remaining 10% is funded by charitable contributions to the Annual Appeal, Angel Flight, and other fundraising campaigns. Thanks to our generous donors who make it possible to carry out the school's mission, values, and programs.

23 | skutt catholic Donors Donors from July 1, 2013 through June 30, 2014 Operating Revenue: Amounts: Archangel - ($100,000 +) Steve and Chris Mendlik Brandeis Catering Estate of Monsignor James Cain Merck Partnership for Giving Garrett Brucker and Sandra Lane Tuition and Fees $6,289,171 MLB Team LLC Central States Indemnity Company Angel - ($25,000 +) Nebraska State Bar Foundation Cerizo Portrait Artists Less Financial Aid & Scholarships ($891,580) Archdiocese of Omaha Mike and Peg Odorisio Gregg and Sharon Classen   Net Tuition and Fees $5,397,591 Mike and Sue Dobel Dave and Liz Sambol Thom and Joan Copenhaver Barney and Julie McNeil Dan and Mary Ellen Scholz Corporate Lawn Care Ken and Bev Pohlman Mike and Lucy Smith Dante Pizzeria Napoletana Parish Assessments $272,022 Tony and Karen Spurlock DRI Title & Escrow   Student Activities $135,504 Patron Saint - ($10,000 +) Thiele Geotech, Inc. Ron and Corene Faltin Arkfeld Wealth Strategies UBS Financial Services Inc. Scott Gammel Auxiliary Activities $123,724 Dan and Joann Avramovich Jay and Amy Vankat Mike and Colleen Gawley Trevor and Andrea Barton Brett and Kathy Wawers Bob and Lisa Goldsmith Other revenue $38,013 Best Lawn Inc. Randy and Kathy Wiese Lee and Shari Grimes Total Operating Revenue $5,966,854 Catholic Mutual Group Herb and Marian Hames Jerry and Ann Crouse Principal’s Club - ($1,500 + ) Thomas and Cheri Hassenstab Mark and Johna Duren Anonymous Bob and Cheri Hellem Operating Expenses: Amounts: Leon and Annette Kerkman American National Bank Jim and Sandi Hollenbeck Northwestern Mutual Life Foundation Arkfeld Real Estate LLC Rick and Deb Homan Instructional $3,451,871 Patera Landscaping, LLC Bank of the West Dick and Barb Jablonski Student Activities $708,219 Scott and Trish Royal Central States Health & Life Co. of Omaha Jim Kineen Philip and Linda Ruden Centris Federal Credit Union Rob and Loriann Kirkpatrick Auxiliary Activities $107,497 The Ryan Foundation Champions Run Fred and Sally Korth

General Administration $912,452 Union Pacific Corporation Creighton University KVSS Spirit Catholic Radio Greg and Melanie Doeschot David and Karin Martinez Recruitment $155,140 SkyHawk Club - ($5,000 +) DRM, Inc Bob and Ann Maxwell Ron and Beth Amenta Scott and Robin Drvol Jack and Susan McMannama Plant Operations & Maintenance $776,835 Ron and Mary Andersen Bob and Toni Elliott Gary and Regan Muhs Depreciation $492,096 Phillip Dawson and Cindy Hohl Duane and Jane Fenner Alex and Sarah Nigro Mike and Roxanne Dooley Greater Omaha Aquatics Inc. Chris and Shayla O’Brien Interest $17,493 Beth Eliason Dave and Kathy Hahn Pacific Springs Golf Course Michael Fahey David and Lori Haller Reed and Jane Samson Total Operating Expenses $6,621,603 Bruce and Marlene Haney Dustin Heng Tom and Rita Saunders Bruce and Sherri Hoye Hyatt Regency Scottsdale Resort and Spa Kyle and Deanne Schlautman Operating Loss *($654,749) IBM Lee and Cynthia Jones Tom and Cindy Shimerda Ann Kineen Tom and Kathy Koley Charlie and Amy Sievers Nonoperating Revenue, Support, Steve Moskovits and Connie Kozeny-Moskovits Leading Edge Printing & Forms, Inc. Chuck and Lisa Snyder Amounts: Expenses, Gains, & Losses Don and Amy Miller Mike and Maryann Litz Ken and Janet Sorensen Scott and Kristi Pavel Tom and Mary McGuire Superior Spa and Pool Interest and Investment Income, net $308,901 Douglas Rohloff and Stacy Moffenbier Jim and Mary Meduna Vanguard Charitable Brad and Shelley Winking Development & Fundraising Income $1,087,785 Donna Welch Mark and Jan Morris Tom and Mary White Kevin and Shari Munro Randy and Veronica Wright Development & Fundraising Expense ($453,751) Rick and Pam Witt Mutual of Omaha Mutual of Omaha Bank Patron Club - ($500 +) Total Nonoperating Revenue, Support, Expenses, *$942,935 President’s Club - ($2,500 + ) Oriental Trading Company, Inc. Anonymous (2) Gain, & Losses Mike and Kristina Agostino Gordon and Jane Parry Anderson & Schlautman, P.C. Amber Pharmacy Payless Office Products Tom and Karri Anderson CHANGE IN NET ASSETS $288,186 Amgen Foundation Brent and Michele Pohlman Luke and Beth Augustine Mark and Sam Baratta Premier Bank Ralph and Joan Batenhorst NET ASSETS, Beginning of Year $10,813,330 Dean and Jane Baumert Mrs. Thomas J. Skutt Mike and Clare Bissonnette NET ASSETS, End of Year $11,101,516 Best Shine SkyHawk Baseball Association Shawn and Kelli Buchanan Dan Billerbeck Bob and Ann Stratton Bob and Jill Camenzind BP Matching Fund Programs Dan and Leslie Thiele Charleston Homes, LLC Mark and Sally Brittan Tritsch Electric Company, Inc. Cosgrave Company Cardinal Health Valmont Industries, Inc. CSG Systems, Inc. Clear Creek Landscapes VISA Giving Station Ken and Stephanie Daniels Valmont and Tehseen Desa Jon and Laurie Wagner Mike Debus Travis and Anne Flodine Wells Fargo Bank Danielle Desa GIKK Ortho Specialists Devetter Fitness Bruce and Karen Goracke Trustee Club - ($1,000 +) Dillion Brothers Harley Davidson Ed and Patty Johnson Mark and Katherine Ahrens Randy and Lori Eggink Todd and Liz Jonas Avant Architects, Inc. Jeff and Mary Helen Elliott Jason and Kerry Judge Awarii Dunes John and Patricia Elliott John Kaiser and Felicia Hutnick Mike and Joyce Bernard Jerry and Jill Feilmeier Alan and Lori Matulka Patrick and Judy Borchers Mike Foster

= = Donors who have given to the school for 3 - 5 consecutive fiscal years. == = Donors who have given to the school for 6 - 9 consecutive fiscal years. === = Donors who have given to the school for 10+ consecutive fiscal years.

our legacy | 24 Donors Donors from July 1, 2013 through June 30, 2014

Garage Door Services, Inc. Byron and Linda Stigge Husker Siding & Windows, Inc. Glaxo Smith Kleine The Meehan Company Bill and Juli Jackson Mike and Karen Gottschalk The Poetry Foundation Brian Jakubowski Joe and Judy Graham Matt Tobia Matt and Tarah Jansen John and Deb Gustafson Todd Smith Fitness Marc and Jamie Johnson Mike and Gloria Harris Village Pointe Aesthetic Surgery & Dreams Medsap Palmer and Shirley Johnson Tim Hartigan Vincenzo’s Larry and Colleen Jones Terry and Anna Healy Mike Walsh Eli and Michaela Jones Matt and Suzy Heffron Wells Fargo Educational Matching Gift Program Gerri Kampe Richard Holland David and Kathleen Woodman Bob Kanger and Terri Hill Kanger Hotz, Weaver, Flood, Breitkreutz & Grant Charlie and Lynn Wurtz Doug and Sharon Kaspar Steve and Heather Hruby Al and Peggy Zach Todd and Suzanne Kathol Mike and Lauren Hupp Bob and Martha Zajicek Mike and Mary Kavan Jarel and Shari Jensen Craig and Teresa Zwiener Kevin and Mary Ellen Keeley Matthew and Anne Jetter Keep Kids Alive Drive 25 Matt and Julie Johnson Benefactor Club - ($250 +) Tim and Kristen Kelly Robert and Eileen Kingston Anonymous Kelly’s Carpet Joe Kizer ACM Claims Service, Inc. Jimmy and Birgit Khandalavala Dan and Linda Legband Andreas Designs Edmund Kirker Mike and Sara Legleiter Archer Perdue Suzuki Conor Kiser Lindley Clothing Joe and Jeanne Barmettler Kosak Chiropractic PC Bob and Sue Ludvik Kevin and Denise Bartels Dan Kracl Mangelsen-Images of Nature Gallery Steve and Amy Beran Marty and Lanell Krafka Mike and Renee Masching Leon and Catherine Binstock Mark and Carol Kujawa Jim and Lynnette Matgen Mark and Phyllis Bishoff L C Moore Exceptional Portraits John and Julie Mattern T.J. and Lou Ann Bolt Russ and Susan Lawrenson Mike and Laura McDermott Jim and Cecilia Bowers Tom and Nancy Lenz Mitch and Rosemary McDermott Bratetic Construction Inc. Bill and Paula Lonie Greg and Renee McHale Monte and Jenise Brown Lyman-Richey Corporation MCL Construction Gary and Deb Budden Leon May Millard Hills Dental Health Dan and Jenny Carlson Steve and Bev McCann John and Mary Mimick Evan and Suzanne Carter Nancy McCormick John and Pam Moylan Center Trophy Company Chris and Katie McDonald Mulhall’s John and Eileen Chekal Timothy and LeeAnn McGonigal Multi-Images Photography Dan and Nora Chesire Bill and Sharyl McGuire Bruce and Donna Nedrow John and Libby Connor Doug Meier Mark and Jennifer Newcomer Cornerstone Fitness Tom and Carol Meister Kevin and Dawn Nokels Lou and Kathy D’Ercole Paul and Patty Mendlik Richard and Renee O’Brien Hal and Mary Daub Bill Stock and Susan Meyers Brian and Joan O’Neill Jerry and Jeanne Dempsey Midwest Laboratories, Inc. OCI Insurance and Financial Services, Inc. Adrian and Paula Dreessen Midwest Surgical Associates, PC Craig and Kay Olson Rick and Joanie Drew Darwin and Peggy Miles Jeff and Claire Ossino Drs. Schaffer & Schaffer Family Eyecare Millard Plaza Ballroom Anthony and Jeana Pasternak Brad and Karla Dubisar Suzy Miller Paul Peterson Luke and Sarah Edmundson Dan and Anne Miner Phelps Vending Mark Egermier Moore’s Insurance & Investments, Inc. Rick and Colleen Pivovar Eric Nelson News Inc. Morgan Stanley Smith Barney Mike and Susie Price Don and Amia Espiritu Jim and Pat Murray Timothy and Erin Quinn Pedro and Lisa Ferrer Nebraska Orthopaedic Hospital James and Beckie Rago First Data Card Services Group Nebraska Wesleyan University Tom and Mary Pat Rerucha Matt and Molly Freyer Tom and Brenda Nicholas Chip and Pat Riedmann Richard and Sandra Friend Novartis Matching Gift Center Mike and Jan Sackett Joe and Karen Gehrki Michael and Carol Nowak Brian and Amy Sauser Mike and Lori Gordon NP Dodge Company Steve and Patti Schafer Jeff and Amy Gromowsky Jerry and Jennifer O’Doherty Edwin and Lorraine Schlautman Christopher and Erin Gubbels Oakview Chiropractic at Legacy Bill and Tracy Schomers Matthew and Kim Hall Nate and Emily Olson Frank and Courtney Semin Dee Hankins Steven and Angie Olson Marcus and Katie Shanahan Roger and Julie Hasz Oscar’s Restaurant Don and Bobbi Shiu Tim and Sheryl Healy Panda Inc. J.W. and Jo Shouse Patricia Heffron Rick and Pam Pane Rachel Skradski Doug and Kolleen Hoffman PB Associates LLC Patrick and Beth Slattery Jeff and Cassie Holdsworth Tony and Kay Porter Mike Smith Jim and Terri Honz Marty and Deb Pudlowski Tim and Jennifer Smith Dave and Chelly Hoody Danny and Laura Purcell

= = Donors who have given to the school for 3 - 5 consecutive fiscal years. == = Donors who have given to the school for 6 - 9 consecutive fiscal years. === = Donors who have given to the school for 10+ consecutive fiscal years.

25 | skutt catholic Donors Donors from July 1, 2013 through June 30, 2014

Tim and Bev Richards Steven and Rhonda Bishop Funny Bone Comedy Club Pete Ricketts Kerry and Sylvia Black Gentleman’s Choice River City Heating & Cooling Inc. Tim and Julie Bloomingdale Jason and Kelly Gibson RMJ Enterprises BlueCross BlueShield Joe and Deb Giesler Nate Ruffino Mark and Eileen Boetel Owen and Gina Girard Jim and Mary Sackett Paul and Lori Bouda Virgil and Linda Goracke Scheels All Sports Robert and Mary Ellen Brady Jerry and Kristi Gradoville Dale and Linda Schnitzler Delbert and Yvonne Bruck Peggy Graham Mark and Jeannette Schroeder Max and Sue Burbach Great Harvest Bread Company Jim and Sue Schumacher Marvin and Clarice Capoun Terry and Maureen Gregory Liz Schuman Felix and Peggy Carbullido Joe and Joan Gubbels Curt and Tracy Schwartzkopf David Carlisle Jerry and Elizabeth Hajek Greg and Pam Sellenrick Tom and Grace Carmody Hamilton Color Labs Gina Semin Pat and Sandy Christen Betty Hand Shadow Ridge Country Club Phil and Deb Christiansen Mike and Michelle Hanna Kevin and Chris Shouse Jeff and Karen Clark Larry and Susan Harr Shawn and Debra Sinner Suzanne Clinton Leonard and Adele Hassenstab Mark and Carolyn Siracuse Jim and Nancy Coffey Bob Heimann Skyz Boutique Ken and Elizabeth Colarie John and Jennifer Heithoff Dan and Tracy Sliva Chris and Kim Connolly Bruce Hendrickson Chet and Kelly Slump Continental Pool & Spa Co. Chris and Diane Heyne David and Janette Smidlein Cottonwood Pet Resort Katherine Hightower Mike and Liz Smith Brandon and Stephanie Crainer John and Cara Hilgert Mike and Annette Sneckenberg Jeff Cricenti Rick and Micki Hixson Roger and Joyce Snowden Rick Cronin and Georgia Welch Cronin Nate Hobson Joy Speidell Daniel J. Scholz CLU CHFC Robert and Theresa Homan St. Margaret Mary Parish Dave and Pam Davis Damian and Gina Howard Janet Stiles Rick and Jane Davis Bill and Kathy Howard Jeff Stokes Bill and Maureen Davis Mike and Diane Huffer Mark and Donelle Stokes DeCosta Sporting Goods Scott and Joan Hughbanks Kurt and Kathy Strawhecker John and Barb Dehner Marla Irish Paul and Jeni Sturm Dennis Uniform Tom Jensen and Theresa Tworek-Jensen Jim and Audrey Suing Gary and Kimberly Devlin Jerry Ryan Clothing & Sportswear Sunderland Brothers Company Kathleen Diederich Mark Jewett Teresa Godall Inc. Richard and Terry Dischler Jan Johnson Todd and Theresa Thoma Gordy and Nan Doeschot Mary Johnston John and Amy Thomas Dolce Jones & Lowe PC Tritz Plumbing Inc. Todd and Barbara Dunker Ray and Sherri Judah Zane and Katie Tupper Dwyer Photography Laurie Kane United Way Metro Chicago John and Bobbi Dyer Bernie and Cindy Kanger Steve and Donna Weis Tom and Susan Eberle Randy and Kathy Kaster John and Julie Weiss David and Johnna Eck Eric and Brittany Kauffman James and Deb West Sharon Edloff Greg and Theresa Keane Larry and Kathryn White Egermier Wealth Management Group Gary and Keven Kiser Jeff and Jan Wiepen Glen and Esther Eich Ed and Susie Kizer Patrick and Jennie Wilson Keith and Gretchen Engelkamp Kevin and Nora Kleinsasser Bill and Kirsten Yates Euforia Salon Don Kluthe and Roxanne Alter Dave and Randi Zabawa Austin Evans Bob and Betty Knapp Randy and Patti Zerzan Douglas and Julie Evans Jeff and Katie Koenig Exclusively Eyeware Koleys, Inc. Green and Silver Club - ($100 +) Darrell and Mary Ann Farley Komp Chiropractic Anonymous (3) Paul and Patricia Faur Jeff and Teresa Kopietz Alegent Creighton Health Lakeside Wellness Jerome and Eleanor Feilmeier Kosama Complete Body Transformation Center Ken Feltch Bernie and Jeanette Krajewski Allen Furniture Jim and Kathy Fenn Steve and Ruth Kros Dianne Amenta Jane Fenner Timothy and Karen Kudron Andrews Studio Don and Marie Fey Paul and Tami LaFond Dave and Michelle Arkfeld Ted and Becky Fischer Nabil and Julie Laham Avant Salon & Day Spa Forest Green Lawn & Landscaping Richard and Anne Lang Katie Batenhorst Fox and Hound Bob and Colleen Lange Jeff and Jamie Bausback Charlie and Mary French Vern and Delores Langel Beads Etc. Christine French Wayland and Melissa Latham Larry and Kathy Beckman Kurt and Rita Frickel Brian and Susie Leuschen Bergman Jewelers Godfrey and Cathy Friedt William and Mickey Loges Billings Photography Fred and Ruth Fromi Dan and Angela Lohaus

= = Donors who have given to the school for 3 - 5 consecutive fiscal years. == = Donors who have given to the school for 6 - 9 consecutive fiscal years. === = Donors who have given to the school for 10+ consecutive fiscal years.

our legacy | 26 Donors Donors from July 1, 2013 through June 30, 2014

Lou’s Sporting Goods Karl and Arlene Porzelt Sean and Kari Watts Lutz & Company, PC Dolores Poulin Carl and Anita Wenke Sean and Mary Lynch Mike and Cheryl Poulin Charles and Marie Werp Chris and Cindy Maher Prairie Life Center David and Debbie Wesely Mahogany Prime Steak House Prime Financial Services, Inc. Debra S. West Charles and Mary Manternach Mark and Debbie Prucha Bill and Sue Westmore Mike and Debbie Marcil Ronald and Ethel Reales Dwain and Patrice Wiegand David and Cyndi Margritz Craig and Cary Reimers Ray and Mary Wilwerding Michelle Mazini Jim and Karen Reinders Angie Wingert Mike and Lisa McCarty Rental City Glen and Nicole Wordekemper Jim and Jackie McCaslin Jim and Paula Richstein Bill and Cindy Yost Bernie and Mary Ann McGrath Dennis and Ruth Riesselman Jeannie Zegers Brian McGrath Jeff and Karisa Riesselman Mike and Robyn Zeplin Michael and Jennifer McGuire Rockbrook Camera Shirley Zerzan Tom and Liz McGuire Franklin and Mary Roh Tom and Terri McLaughlin Jim and Mary Rohlfs Ninety-three Club - ($1 +) Jill McMahon Scott and Tiffany Rohlfs Anonymous (2) Jeff McPherson John and Lisa Romano Marty and Holly Adams Don and Kathy Meink Kathy Russell Savannah Adams Jim and Veon Mendenhall Joe and Rosemary Santinoceto Advanced Pediatric Therapy LLC Mark and Teecie Mendick Gene and Deb Schlegel Allan and Tita Almero Tim and Laura Mergens Mark and Michelle Schmidt American Gramaphone Matt Merwald Jackie Schmitz Alli Andersen Roger and Carol Meyer Clarisse Schnitzler Scott Andersen Mike and Diane Micek Mark and Chelsey Scholz Moe and Kim Anderson Joe and Jenifer Milone Mel and Susan Schrader Joe Arkfeld Mine Custom Gifts Steve and Emily Schumacher Ashley Arlt Marie Miner Tim and Jill Seberger Ashley Lynn’s Tanning Salon Maureen Mohlman Howard and Judith Shinkle Steve and Sharyl Baca Michael and Katie Molick Vincent and Virginia Siracuse Bagel Bin Tom and Paula Montgomery Skyline Pediatric Dentistry Ken and Annette Bailey Matt Moyer Scot and Jane Sloboth Mike and Jill Bailey Allan and Janice Mueller Dennis and Mary Kay Smid Phil and Cassie Baker John and Mary Murphy Ed and Maureen Smith Balance Works Massage Peter and Karen Myers Ken and Deb Smith Matt and Jacque Banker Mike and Bonnie Naden David Smoot and Lynn Banker T.J. Bartels William and Barbara Naughton Jim and Kathy Sparks Don and Maureen Barth Mike and Sharon Neal Troy and Theresa Stevens Adam and Christine Barth Rick and Jane Neneman Dave and Kathy Stodola Matt and Mary Jo Bassett Larry and Wendy Neppl Regina Stofko Cletus and Mary Baum Josh and Kathy Neville Ken Stopak Steve and Monica Baxter Tom and Doris Newell Mike Strawhecker Duane Baylor John and Wanda O’Malley Paul and Peggy Strawhecker Matt and Shelby Beers Pat and Deborah O’Malley Hank and Bernie Sturm Ruth Beers Elizabeth Odorisio Duane and JoAnn Swanson Tim and Valerie Begley Marcus Odorisio Swimtastic Bill and Norma Begley Paul and Kathleen Olnes John and Marilyn Synowicki Dave and Tera Belden Charles and Jen Olson Jean Tatten Sebastian and Mary Belfiore Omaha Performing Arts Center The Good Feet Store Jordan Bell Omaha Symphony The Ridges Homeowners Assocation, Inc. Rolley and Julie Bennett Opera Omaha Rick and Bertie Thedinga Eric Benzel Oracle Corporation Jenna Theisen Kevin and Kim Berens Steve and Laura Osborn Loretta Thibodeau Bergan Mercy Hospital Auxillary Doug and Lisa Ourada Mark and Tricia Thibodeau Dan and Sheila Bleyhl Scott and Kate Pachunka Terry and Kelly Thielen Blue Barn Theatre Larry Pavel Daniel Thies and Jesse Rasser-Thies Bob and Mary Ann Bobrowski Andrew and DiAnn Peitzmeier Tiburon Golf Club Hunter Bolding Chuck and Jeanne Perry Tip Top Tux Jared and Michaela Bolding Greg and Lezlie Peterson Mark and Elizabeth Tritsch Mike and Beth Boler Pheasant Bonanza Hunt Club & Kennel Tully’s Kennels Kurt and Kathleen Bolish Doug and Janice Pick Mary Tyler Mel and Bernice Book Jim and Kate Pieper Upstream Brewing Company Boyd & Charlies Pines Country Club Marilyn Walker Brewsky’s Food & Spirits Joseph and Heidi Plance Craig and Annette Wallace Ken and Lorie Brock Clif and Angie Poling Michael and Barbara Wallrapp Ryan Broulette

= = Donors who have given to the school for 3 - 5 consecutive fiscal years. == = Donors who have given to the school for 6 - 9 consecutive fiscal years. === = Donors who have given to the school for 10+ consecutive fiscal years.

27 | skutt catholic Donors Donors from July 1, 2013 through June 30, 2014

Melina Buechler A.J. and Linda Fontana Benny and Shirley Kaiser Vi Burgess Fontenelle Forest Ursula Kalinowski Doris Burns Shannon Foster Dan Kane and Becky Schnell Kane Martin and Jo Caliendo Four 13 Ventures, LLC Libby Kane Camelot Cleaners Jay and Kim Franklin Galen and Doreen Kathol Carmen Carbullido Leona Friedt Stan and Jane Kathol Carlos O’Kelly’s Jeffrey and Gloria Friend Katina’s Couture Cynthia Carlson Fringes Salon Alice Keller-Spilker Mike and Dee Dee Carmody Martha Fuchs David and Marilyn Keller Dan and Robin Carney Todd and Dawn Fuelberth Sarah Kempkes Steve Carroll Chris and Karen Fullinfaw Susan Kineen Jason and Andrea Cavanaugh Lucy Garro Michael and Lisa Kirke Jason Chandler Jim and Kathy Gates Beth Klawitter Charlestons Whitney Gellhaus Gary and Karen Klein Erik and Stefanie Christensen Kara George Jackie Koenig Craig and Brenda Christiansen Danielle Georgesen Theresa Kohanek Circle Theatre Marge Giesler Glenn and Paula Kohles Clancy’s Pub Kevin and Jean Gilreath Chris Kolar Clarke Stevens Gloria Deo Joe Koneck-Wilcox Daniel and Laura Collins Golf USA Brad and Kelly Konen Gary and Bette Collins John and Margaret Gordon William and Bobbie Koon Cornhusker Beverage Mart Doug Graham and Cindy Bartels-Graham Ethel Koperski Chris and Paige Cotignola Liz Gregory Anna Korensky John and Karoline Cronican Pat and Cynthia Greise Toby and Jennifer Korensky Rex and Doris Cross Mark and Kathy Guinane Cortney Kotzian Culver’s Butter Burgers Mike Guinane Jean Kovar Sarah Cundiff Sergio and Anne Gutierrez Helen Krajicek Nan Cunningham Natalie Hahn Mark Kramer Dave and Laura Cushing Kyu and Julianne Han Steve and Lori Kreinbring Cutchall Management Company Tim Harrel Joseph and Amy Krettek Eric and Stephanie Cutler Chris and Linda Harrison Richard and Patty Kroger Dave & Buster’s Steve and Stacey Harrison Judy Krone Debra S. West, D.D.S. Rod Harry Verlyn and Geri Kroon Jack and Mary Lou Dennis Madison Hasz Sheri Kros Brian and Christine Diss Ron and Barb Haynes Louis and Mary Kucirek Frank and Vicki Dolphens Dan Hebenstreit Troy and Melisa Lagasse Don Carmelo’s Joe and Maggie Hebenstreit Tom and Kathy Langdon Jeff and Anita Downing Hector’s Restaurant Brian and Gina Langel Todd and Heidi Dross Mike and Nicole Heglin Steve and Monica Lanik Durham Western Heritage Museum Patrick Heng and Leigh Retelsdorf Nicki Lanzante Nick and Holly Durow Chris and Sarah Hennings Ben and Laura Larson Eagle Run Golf Course Tom and Candy Higgins Mike and Sharon Lawler Educational Outfitters Jim and Mary Sue Hinchik Lawlor’s Sporting Goods Bernie and Kim Egenberger Mike and Peg Hoffman Patrick Leahy Paul and Mary Ehlinger Jim and Marcia Hofstetter Rick and Joni Learch Mark and Brenda Ehrhart Terry and Julie Holz Legacy Nails & Spa Todd and Julie Eich Leo Homan Kelsey Leslie Eileen’s Colossal Cookies Leslie and Pamela Hotovy Joe and Nancy Leutzinger Matt Eledge House of J Richard and Zelia Lichtas Elite Turf and Irrigation, Inc. Mary Hronek Stan and Deborah Lierz Cate Elliott Doug and Linda Ivory Shannon Lofdahl-Reddy Joe Elliott Jack and Nora Jablonski Matt Lofdahl Brian and Danielle Elsasser Kevin and Deb Jarosik Taylor Lofdahl Yvette Elsbernd Mark and Mary Jensen Jeff and Katie Loring David and Sarah Emanuel Linda Jerkovich Louie’s Wine Dive Brian and Teri Engle Caroline Jetter Dan and Kathy Loveless Escape Mobile Spa Chris and Amber Johnson Lucy Loveless John and Lynn Faulconer Craig and Colleen Johnson Don Lowe Jenna Feilmeier Nicole Johnson Marc and Mary Lowe William and Marian Feltes Richard and Judy Johnson Mike and Jane Lynam Ron and Jean Feuerbach Mark and Sherri Jones Ryan Lynch Gregg and Mary Finley Rick and Beth Jones Dick and Vicki Lynn Paul Finochiaro David and Brigid Jopp Joe and Anna Mackevicius Jim and Mary Flodine Joslyn Art Museum Malibu Gallery Mark and Stacey Floersch Anthony and Heidi Jung Mangia Italiana

= = Donors who have given to the school for 3 - 5 consecutive fiscal years. == = Donors who have given to the school for 6 - 9 consecutive fiscal years. === = Donors who have given to the school for 10+ consecutive fiscal years.

our legacy | 28 Donors Donors from July 1, 2013 through June 30, 2014

Joseph and Ann Mangiameli Omaha Community Playhouse Mary Schumacher Jim and Carol Mangimeli Omaha Professional Driving School Dick and Barb Schwartzkopf Lu Mannino On a Whim Scooter’s Coffeehouse Maplewood Lanes Kathie Onkka Sienna Scott Daniel and Karen Martens Steve and Barbara Osborn Sempeck’s Bowling and Entertainment Bernadette Martin John and Tammy Oswald Mike and Michaela Shafar Massage Envy P.F. Changs China Bistro Travis Shafer Robert and Donna Matlock Emily Pachunka Barrett Shainholtz Max I. Walker Juan and Isela Padilla Shine Day Spa Mark and Kim McBride Mary Beth Palmer Patrich and Laura Simpkins Janet McCoy Panchero’s Mexican Grill Stephanie Slater Chris and Kathie McGee Jon and Jill Panzer Brad and Mary Smith Donna McGrath Patrick and Teresa Pensick Grace Smith Ashley McGregor Pepperjax Grill Larry Smith and Lori Krejci Shann and Jaci McKeever Mike and Sarah Percival Sue Smith John McMannama Chris and Erin Perry Clare Snyder Maddie McPherson Patrick and Anita Peterson Soaring Wings Vineyard Kelly McQuillan Rick and Stacie Peterson Soccer Internationale Kirsten McWhirt Pfizer Foundation Matching Gifts Program Michael Socha Meineke Car Care Bob and Kathy Phillips Jeri Somers Paul and Lee Meister Steve and Julie Phillips Hugh and Colleen Spellman Mendlik Orthodontics Dick and Julie Pierson John and Mary Stanton Mesh PinkyWinkles Matt and Megan Starman Russ and Mary Meyer Marty and Carla Plum Mark and Sarah Staroska Meyers Communications Rick and Linnel Podraza Ashley Steffes Adrian and Joan Meyers Troy and Jill Podraza Jerry and Jane Steffes Rob and Katie Meyers Mark and Jackie Polacek Emily Stephenson Benjamin Micek Angela Polodna Carrie Stolinski Bryan and Kelly Mick Gary and Lisa Price Chris and Monica Storm Microsoft Natalie Prucha Stoysich House of Sausage Midland University Paul and Kim Prusa Jim and Donita Stratman Frank and Jill Mihulka John and Cathy Quandahl Trudy Stratman Millard Roadhouse Bill and Ann Quinn John Stratton Sondra Miller Mackenzie Raburn Rachel Stratton Mojo’s Full Service Car Wash Ragazzi’s Pizza Steve Sulentic Ken Molzer Rainbow Artistic Glass Kevin and Jeanne Swain Jeremy and Heidi Moore Rainbow Properties, LLC Sean Swain Jerry and Julie Moritz Eric and Theresa Ramelb Timothy and Lynn Sweeney Mark and Julie Mowat John and Joyce Randall Jerry and Judi Szatko Moylan - Tranquility IcePlex LLC Todd and Luann Rannals Christine Szczepaniak Mr. Tuxedo John and Mollie Raymond Joseph and Carol Szczepaniak Carin Mueller Red Lobster Tanner’s Bar & Grill Connor Munro Kristen Reeves Kevin and Janet Taphorn Bernie and Susan Nave Reliable Dental Inc. TCBY Dave Nealson Jake Renter Barbara Teets Nebraska Xtreme Cleaning LLC Restaurants Inc. The Arthur J. Gallagher Foundation Tracy Nedd and Nicki Lanzante Mark and Molly Rigatuso The Cookie Company Jim and Pat Nelson Ernie and Mary Ringel The Corky Canvas Matt Nelson Gene and Mary Roncka The Winery Jim and Michelle Neneman Rose Performing Arts Center Kelsey Thelen Louann Neneman John and Maureen Rossi Michael Thielen Newman’s Pasta Cafe Brooks and Mary Jo Rump Sean and Debra Thiemann Galen Niu and Jane Yuan John and Mary Ruzicka Michael and Tychia Thomas Nobbies Joe and Mary Sacco Doug and Lori Thompson Gary and Deb Noordam Jeff and Shannon Salem Mike Thompson and Nicole Florez Nothing Bundt Cakes John and Lisa Salerno Johnny Major and Kate Thomsen Major Patrick and Liz Nowak Sobir and Nargis Samaritdinov Maureen Thomsen Edward and Hope O’Boyle Renee Saunders Larry and Patricia Thomson Beth O’Daniel Scarlet Thread Embroidery, Inc. Rob and Jami Thornton Teresa O’Grady Ken and Doris Schaefer Steven and Christina Thull Philip and Susan O’Halloran Tony and Sharon Scheerger TMH Designs Kevin and Patricia O’Malley Ryan and Julie Schmitz Togs Mary O’Neill Maria Schneider Louise Tritsch Emily Olson Mark Schnitzler Maggie Tritsch Omaha Children’s Museum Kevin and Teresa Schumacher Marti Trummer

= = Donors who have given to the school for 3 - 5 consecutive fiscal years. == = Donors who have given to the school for 6 - 9 consecutive fiscal years. === = Donors who have given to the school for 10+ consecutive fiscal years.

29 | skutt catholic Donors In Memoriam The following names are friends of Skutt Catholic who have passed Donors from July 1, 2013 through June 30, 2014 away since July 1, 2014. If you have an immediate family member who has passed way recently, please contact the Advancement Office. We would be honored to include them in the Skutt Catholic Book of Remembrance. Alan and Dorothy Tufly Bryson and Rachel Twist Greg and Pam Twist James Black - father of Kerry Black (faculty member) Two Fine Irishmen Lisa and Samuel Ucman Ron and Eleanor Byrd - maternal grandparents of Michael Stibbs ‘07, Vala’s Pumpkin Patch and Lindsey Stibbs ‘ 10 Greg and Karen Van Dyke Michael Van Ruler and Nancy Koster Mark Ferguson - husband of Amanda (Meehan) Ferguson ‘07, Nancy VandenBosch brother and brother-in-law of Samuel (Lowell) Ferguson ‘00 and Vic’s Corn Popper wife Nicole (Zych) Ferguson ‘00, brother and brother-in-law of John Vidlak’s Brookside Cafe Ferguson ‘02 and wife Kalene (Stremlau) Ferguson ‘02, and brother of Village Inn Dennis and Barb Vollmer Alan Ferguson ‘05 Chris and Beth Vos Cecil Fullinfaw - paternal grandfather of Ian Fullinfaw ‘14, Colin Roger Wadsworth Scott and Karen Wagner Fullinfaw ‘17, Nathan Fullinfaw ‘17, and Trevor Fullinfaw ‘17 Mitch Waite Dennis Gorham - father of Reece Gorham ‘09 and Chase Gorham ‘12 Jason and Kori Walker Don and Rita Wall Donald Gregory - paternal grandfather of Elizabeth Gregory ‘15 Bill and Jessica Wallrapp Tom and Kim Walsh Thomas Harn - uncle of Kassidy and Kelsey O’Malley ‘15  Tom and Vicky Walz Ervan Heinz - paternal grandfather of Jeffrey Heinz ‘17 John Weekly Dave and Diane Weis Richard F. Jacoby - maternal grandfather of Rachel Mihulka ‘11 and Ron and Rita Weis David Mihulka ‘17 Ty and Sole Wells Margaret Welsh Timothy D. Koch - brother of Kelsey Koch ‘05 Robert Wemhoff Chris and Vicki Wenke Ben Mannino - maternal grandfather of Natalie Hahn ‘14 and Rachel Mike and Tricia Wesely Hahn ‘17 Thelma Wesely Richard and Brenda Wessel Richard (Mick) Marsicek - father of Malorie Marsicek ‘05, Steven Boyd and Kathleen West Marsicek ‘07, and Scott Marsicek ‘10 Wheatfields Heather Wichman Michael McMahon - past faculty member and father of Erin (McMahon) Heather Wickwire Render ‘02, father-in-law of Brett Render ‘02, and father of Andrew Thomas and Lori Wickwire McMahon ‘08 Gene and Joan Wiebelhaus Cylie Wieck Joseph Miklas - paternal grandfather of Joseph (Cody) Miklas ‘13 Matt and Patti Willis and Tim Miklas ‘18 Paul and Annette Wilson Chris and Susan Yordt Lou Pantano - maternal grandfather of Ryan Healy ‘10, Nolan Healy Christine Yost ‘12, Christian Healy ‘15, and Elia Healy ‘17 Justin Zabawa Luke Zabawa Romona Reuland - maternal grandmother of Adam Podraza ‘13, and Lucy Zadina Christopher Podraza ‘15 Bill and Karla Zavadil Bart and Erin Zavaletta Peter Rigatuso - paternal grandfather of John Paul Rigatuso ‘16 Dwaine Zavodsky and Shirley Windels Conrad Slater - paternal grandfather of Michael Slater ‘08, Christopher Robyn L. Zeplin Slater ‘10, and Stephanie Slater ‘14 Dorothy (Vonnie) Spellman - paternal grandmother of Meghan Spellman ‘17 Mildred Stodola - paternal great grandmother of Courtney Stodola ‘15 Ordine (Todd) Tastad - maternal grandfather of Eric Urbanec (SC athletic trainer) Louis Thiele - maternal grandfather of Laura (Christiansen) Larson ‘02, Ann Christiansen ‘04, Adam Christiansen ‘07, and paternal grandfather of Andrew Thiele ‘08, Emily Thiele ‘11, and Jenifer Hjelmstad ‘11 = = Donors who have given to the school for 3 - 5 consecutive fiscal years. == = Donors who have given to the school for 6 - 9 consecutive fiscal years. Paul Troupe ‘10 - brother of Katie Troupe ‘13 === = Donors who have given to the school for 10+ consecutive fiscal years.

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son, his coaches, and teammates sharing this moment was unforgettable.

As I drove home yesterday, cherishing this memory with welled up eyes, I called Ben. As any good mother would, I wanted to share with him my reliving of the moment and to tell him I was tearful.

“Why are you crying, Mom? Are you sad?” asked my college son, now eons away from his high school years.

What I told him was the truth. And it was far from sad. My tears were happy.

As I reflected on that glorious night, I remembered a full heart bursting with happiness. I watched my son and his team feel immense joy. There is no better feeling as a parent than to watch your child experience joy...raw, pure, beautiful joy.

Photo art: John Vela John Photo art: That was it. That was how I felt. My tears This is an excerpt from Sandy Lane Brucker’s blog. Sandy’s son Ben was a member of the stemmed from knowing Ben would have 2013 Class B State Football Championship team. Her words perfectly capture the best part this memory forever. And that made me of winning a high school state championship from a parent’s point of view. very happy.

Today’s confession is that I cried a bit as I remembered the game. And the tears weren’t from Sandy Lane Brucker the small bit of the game that I saw live, it’s what I saw after. The joy of the win. Watching my