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Issue No. 3 Issue No. SPRING 2012 The Magazine of Cathedral Preparatory School Why I Teach Celebrating a legacy of teaching and service to Cathedral Preparatory School. Message from the The Magazine of Cathedral President Preparatory School Developing men of vision Cathedral Preparatory School in spirit, mind, and body. 225 West Ninth Street Erie, PA 16501 (814) 453-7737 “Go teach all nations!” Those words spoken by Jesus himself in the Gospel www.cathedral-prep.com of Matthew as part of his great commissioning, give a special purpose, dignity and responsibility to the teaching profession and ministry. Jesus, just prior to his ascension into heaven, entrusted to his ADMINISTRATION disciples this important task of teaching others, knowing that he would no longer be around in the Bishop of Erie same way that he had been during his earthly ministry. After he ascended into heaven, who would Most Rev. Donald W. Trautman, S.T.D., S.S.L. take over the mission of telling others about the Kingdom of God? Who would instruct others about Jesus and his good news of salvation? President Rev. Scott W. Jabo, M.Div., S.T.B. This small band of disciples, initially uncertain about what life without Jesus would be like and even frightened at the prospect of what the future held for them, was later empowered by the Holy Spirit Principal Rick Fessler ’68 and sent out into the world. Thus, they carried on the mission and became eff ective instruments of Jesus Christ by proclaiming his message to a world that did not know Christ or his good news. Assistant Principal Although not trained as teachers as we understand the profession today, they nonetheless opened Trevor Murnock ’98 the minds and hearts of others to Jesus Christ and his message. Their classrooms became the streets, Director of Finance synagogues, marketplaces, and the homes of those who welcomed them in. Their words, actions, Dawn Slokan lifestyle and, in many cases, even their martyrdom taught others about the love of God and the Director of Advancement promise of eternal life. In doing so, they made a diff erence in the lives of others across generations, Christopher J. Hagerty ’75 cultures and borders. We today are their legacy and so are called to take up the same mission and teach others. Director of Athletics Bill Flanagan ’87 It goes without saying that the teachers make a huge diff erence in the lives of their students. All of Director of Admissions us can recall a certain special teacher who had an impact on our own personal lives and taught us Timothy Dougherty ’98 valuable life lessons. That teacher left an indelible mark on our lives and changed us in ways that go far beyond learning the traditional 3 Rs. Because of that teacher, we have never been the same. Board Chair Jerome Wegley The teachers at Cathedral Prep have not only the opportunity, but also the privilege and responsibility to help form our boys into men: men of integrity, men of courage, men of faith, Men of ADVANCEMENT OFFICE TEAM Prep. By instilling in their students the principles of our faith and a healthy moral system, the Men of Prep leave our hallowed halls to become the change agents of the world. They will also become the Director of Advancement teachers of their own children and families and friends and coworkers. Christopher J. Hagerty ’75 [email protected] Although I am no longer in the classroom, as an administrator and a priest I know that I can still Director of Admissions have an impact on a young man’s life through the various opportunities that arise on a daily basis, Timothy Dougherty ’98 such as through a homily, an interaction in the hallway, a conversation at a sporting event or by [email protected] attending a concert. Thus, I have opportunities to teach – not always in a formal way, but in ways Director of Communications and Annual Fund that can nonetheless be eff ective. Knowing that I share in Christ’s mission of teaching all nations Christine R. Eddy and that I can indeed make a diff erence in the life of someone else, often in ways that I may never [email protected] realize, is both an energizing and humbling experience. Somehow, if I remain open to him, Christ Director of Special Events can works through my words and actions to teach someone about the Kingdom. That is an awesome Kathy Grisier realization! [email protected] No doubt there are many answers to the question of why a teacher teaches. Many will say because Director of Constituent Relations they want to make a diff erence in a student or that they enjoy the intellectual challenge and the joy Nancy Bird of an “aha” moment when their student fi nally understands a diffi cult concept. The teachers, staff [email protected] and administration at Prep also have another reason: like the early band of disciples, they have been Major Gifts Offi cer entrusted with the important mission to go teach all nations about the good news of salvation and Paul Simon ’78 the love of God found in the person of Jesus Christ. [email protected] Cathedral Prep is blessed to have competent and devoted teachers and staff members who play an Advancement Services Manager Terri Hess important role in educating and forming our young men. These pages contain some of their stories [email protected] and reasons why they teach. Whatever the reason, they all share in the mission of Jesus Christ and his great commissioning – “Go teach all nations!” © 2012 Copyright of Cathedral Preparatory School. All rights reserved. Fr. Scott W. Jabo President Editor In Chief Fr. Scott W. Jabo Editor Table of Christine R. Eddy Contents Contributing Editors Paul DeSante ’51 A Message from the President Contributing Writers Cover Story Bob Achille ’75 2 Why I Teach Benjamin Davis ’12 Advancement News Timothy Dougherty ’98 6 The President’s Leadership Council Commemorates a Great Fiscal Year Director of Admissions Bill Flanagan ’87 Technology Director of Athletics 7 Prep & Villa Will Have iPads Next Year! Matthew Grisier ’12 Admissions Terri Hess 8 Welcoming Students from Around the World Advancement Services Manager Maggie Hoag ’12 (VMA) Alumni Fr. Scott Jabo 9 Class Notes President 11 Obituaries 13 Stealing the Show Lt. Col. Brian McGrain 14 Reunion Weekend Nathalie Rahner ’12 (VMA) 16 Vitus Kaiser ’48 Beyond the Canvas Anthony Squeglia ‘12 A Special Tribute The Cathedral Prep Magazine is published in the Fall & Spring 18 Our Lady of Prep – Joann Mullen 1939-2011 by Cathedral Prepartory School, 225 West 9th Street, Erie, PA 16501 through the Advancement Offi ce to keep Prep’s alumni, parents and friends informed and updated about the activities Special Events and achievements happening at Cathedral Prep. Address all 20 Legacy Gala 2012 correspondence to Christine Eddy, 225 West 9th Street, Erie, 22 Harvest Gala 2011 PA 16501. 23 The Fifth Annual Mother-Son Brunch – A Success Issue No. 3 Issue No. 24 Rambler Golf Classic SPRING 2012 MVP 25 Jekyll & Hyde 26 Fiddler on the Roof 27 A Midsummer Night’s Dream Students 28 CPR Instruction Available at Prep & Villa 28 Prep Students Grow Beards to Benefi t Make-A-Wish 28 Prep Students Help “Light up a Child’s Life” 29 Prep Night at Buff alo Wild Wings Benefi ts Make-A-Wish 29 Key Club Dishes Out Kindness and Compassion Why I 30 Prep and Villa Students March for Life 30 Prep Wins SafeNet Video Contest Teach Celebrating a legacy of teaching and service to 31 Cathedral Prep Celebrates Catholic Schools Week Cathedral Preparatory School. 31 Second Harvest Food Drive 31 Prep Students Dissect Cow Eyes About the Cover 32 Prep Continues To Help the Needy 32 News & Notes Why I Teach 33 Where’s Your Prep Spirit? 33 Bragging Writes The teachers on the front cover of the magazine represent the dedicated and passionate faculty at Athletics Cathedral Prep. Many teachers decide to teach for 34 Burger King Classic a myriad of reasons. Here at Cathedral Prep those 36 Tennis Tournament Benefi ts Legacy Gala reasons revolve around our students and their 36 Hockey Returns to Prep with Wonderful Success ability to touch the future as leaders as “Men of 37 Prep Swimmers Capture Districts Prep.” News & Notes Pictured are: 37 Rambler Retail Mr. Robert Achille’75, Mr. Michael Alexa ’70, Mr. 37 Book Your Graduation Party at the CPEC William Clancey ‘65, Mr. Patrick Czytuck ‘70, Mr. Tom 38 Where in the World? Deau, Mr. Corey Ferraro ’97, Mr. Brian Markley ’89, 41 Mark Your Calendar Mrs. Colleen Maxson, Fr. James McCormick ’74, Mr. 41 In Case You Were Wondering… Frank Mezler, Mr. Antonio DelRio, Sr. James Francis Mulligan, Mr. Trevor Murnock ‘98, Mr. Kent Peightal, MSgt. Rich Sambuchino, Ms. Nancy Schaaf, Mrs. Elizabeth Slaby and Mr. David Weston ’03. SPRING 2012 The Magazine of Cathedral Preparatory School 1 COVER STORY Why I Teach Why I Teach By Christine Eddy “I teach because it is a way to positively impact society by influencing the lives of young people.” Mr. Matt Melle hy do the teachers stay at Prep Clancey worked for the Nuclear Equipment Technology as long as they do? What drives Division of the Babcock and Wilcox 1 year at Prep Wthem to teach here? I asked these Company and spent 15 years there. He questions to the entire faculty, and those was primarily involved with design of “I teach because I truly enjoy the daily who responded answered astoundingly, components and systems for naval and contact with young people.