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Jaime Soto ‘74 Named Coadjutor of Sacramento Page 12 Photo by Gatorade/Susan Goldman MDHS Junior Wins National Gatorade Player of the Year Award Mater Dei High School Magazine • Vol. XIV, No. 2 • Winter 2007-08 • www.materdei.org • Mater Dei High School President’s Letter 1202 West Edinger Avenue Dear Mater Dei Family, amazing Advent Collection Christmas out- Santa Ana, CA 92707-2191 reach project which touched hundreds of We have experienced impoverished households here in Orange (714) 754-7711 an amazingly success- County through Catholic Charities, Catholic www.materdei.org ful first semester of the Worker, Thomas Shelter, Mary's Shelter and Administration 2007-08 2007-2008 school SPIN (Supporting People in Need) and year on the corner of extending all the way to Nickerson Gardens Most Rev. Tod D. Brown, D.D. Bristol and Edinger in in Los Angeles through our partnership with Bishop of Orange Santa Ana, . and Urban Reverend Gerald M. Horan, O.S.M. Patrick Murphy Our Monarch Boys’ Compass Central. The true spirit of Superintendent of Catholic Schools Varsity Water Polo CHRISTmas was most certainly alive and Team captured its first league championship well in the hallways and homes of the Mater Patrick Murphy President and advanced to the CIF Finals for the first Dei family. time in school history under the brilliant In addition, a group of Mater Dei students, Frances Clare leadership of and Aquatics faculty and staff is preparing for an exciting Principal Director Chris Segesman. Junior quarter- community service project to Costa Rica back became the first non-sen- Greg Dhuyvetter ‘77 during the upcoming Easter Break to reach Assistant Principal, ior in the storied history of the National out and support missionaries and local Academic Services, Admissions & Technology Gatorade Player of the Year Award to capture Catholic pastors in helping those in dire this prestigious national recognition. In addi- need in the Costa Rican city of San Jose and Kevin Hickman tion, Matt was also named the its outlying areas. Assistant Principal, Award winner as the best high school quar- When I witness all that our Mater Dei family Student Services terback in the country and was the recipient is doing to reach out to those in need Charisse Kitsinis of the Maxwell Award as the best Junior foot- whether locally, nationally or internationally, I Assistant Principal, ball player in the entire of thank God for the caring, generous hearts of Faculty Services & Personnel America. As I write this letter, Mater Dei's the MDHS faculty, staff, students, parents girls’ and boys’ varsity basketball teams are and alumni. I sincerely thank, commend Dave Taylor both ranked nationally by USA Today for the and applaud MS. HELEN STEVES and her Vice President of Business Services first time in more than a decade. Campus Ministry Leadership Team, as well Jonathan Tufo ‘91 As amazing and exciting as these great ath- as Religious Studies Department Chair Vice President of Advancement letic accomplishments are, the most com- PATRICIA BRAINERD, for their dedication, com- pelling activities I witnessed during the first mitment and passion in leading our out- Office of Advancement & Alumni semester at Mater Dei High School were of a reach efforts to those in our world who are Pamela Coe Director of Grants & Media Relations spiritual nature. On November 1 , 2007 the most vulnerable and in the greatest need. Mater Dei community celebrated an all- We look forward to a very successful sec- Melinda Craft school, All Saints Day Mass with Bishop ond semester in all aspects of life here at Advancement Administrative Assistant Jaime Soto ’74. This was one of Bishop MDHS, a semester in which we will say Soto's final liturgies in the Diocese of Orange goodbye and Godspeed to the class of 2008 Kathleen Kelly ‘94 prior to his departure to Northern California and admit the new Freshman Class of 2012. Director of Publications to become the Coadjutor Bishop of the It is my sincere promise and pledge, on Diocese of Sacramento. Bishop Soto behalf of Principal Frances Clare and the Joseph Medlin ‘98 received multiple standing ovations from the entire MDHS Administration, faculty and Director of Alumni Advancement Mater Dei student body during mass, while staff, to continue to do everything possible, Kellie Pendergest he encouraged our young Monarchs to within our human capabilities, to provide a Director of Admissions Marketing & "Imagine the unimaginable…stretch your safe, top quality Catholic education to pres- Special Events minds and hearts and allow God's spirit to ent and future Mater Dei Monarchs. May God help you to reach your full potential.” It was Bless, guide and protect the entire Mater Dei Scarlet&Gray Magazine truly one of the most moving and powerful Community in this new year of 2008. Winter 2007-08 religious experiences I have ever been Vol. XIV, No. 2 involved with during my 50-plus years on this Sincerely in Mater Dei, earth. Mater Dei High School in the Diocese The second compelling spiritual aspect of of Orange, mindful of its mission to be the first semester at MDHS was the incredi- witness to the love of Christ for all, ble outpouring of caring, community service believes every person, as a child of which I witnessed from the Mater Dei stu- God, regardless of race, condition, or dents, faculty, staff, parents and alumni. Patrick Murphy age, has equal dignity and an inalien- Beginning with the Mater Dei football and Mater Dei High School President able right to an education. Therefore, dance teams traveling to Camp Pendleton, no qualified student will be denied California as part of the remarkable admission to this school on the basis of Monarchs for Marines outreach to hundreds sex, race, color, or national origin. of Marine families, and culminating with the

2 Scarlet &Gray Magazine • Winter 2007-08 MD Teachers Present at Annual Art Conference Keith Runs for Soup The California Art Educators dents currently enrolled in digital and For the sec- Association (CAEA) annual conference ceramic arts. She also helped the ond year in a took place this fall with some work- CAEA “go green” for the first time by row, junior shops being held at Mater Dei. Two of burning and distributing the workshop COLIN KEITH our very own art teachers were on hand lesson plans on CDs rather than provid- took part in the as presenters. MRS. CRISTINA FAULKNER ing each member with a paper printout. Carlsbad held a workshop on “Art and Mrs. Wilson was also instrumental in Marathon. Architecture.” setting up the 35 PowerBooks lent to Keith has been Fellow teacher MRS. CATHERINE WILSON the conference by Apple Computers, volunteering at was on the conference committee and Inc. and loading them each with Adobe Someone was responsible for creating the first software. Once the conference was Cares Soup “Virtual Student Art Show.” This show underway, she presented two work- Kitchen (SCSK) since displayed art work by Mater Dei stu- shops on the use of the Adobe software. Junior Colin Keith in the 2008 Carlsbad Marathon his sophomore College & Career Peer Mentors year and is The college application process can be Their original tasks included organizing also a member of the MDHS cross coun- a very daunting task for high school stu- files and updating the scholarship web- try and track and field teams. Last year he dents. There are so many colleges and sites. As their interest grew and the decided to combine his love of running universities, deadlines, essays and schol- school year got closer, Ms. Castro was with a cause he holds close to his heart. arship opportunities that it is sometimes able to find more ways they could help, Following last year’s cross country sea- hard to keep everything straight. Add to thus creating the Peer Mentor Program. son, he set out training for the 26.2 mile course and began raising money for the that the stress of current classes and try- The mentors now assist with College soup kitchen. He and fellow Monarch ing to get into the perfect school, and Night as well as college representatives Garrett McRoberts ran the race together some students may just put the process who visit Mater Dei during the school and raised nearly $8,000 for SCSK. on the back burner all together. year. The kitchen, located in Costa Mesa, is Mater Dei High School offers its stu- The mentors are each in the CCRC up open seven days a week and feeds over dents help in every step of this applica- to 3 days a week during lunch where 300 people per day. Colin knew they tion process. Students receive input they help students with the college appli- could use the financial assistance and from their guidance counselors as well cation process. They help other stu- that his running could help bring in the as a full-time College and Career dents research various schools. They funds, so he decided to run the marathon Counselor, MS. MYRA CASTRO. They are have also learned all the ins and outs of again this year. His commitment to last also exposed to helpful essay writing the application process and know the year’s event inspired a number of people pointers and interviewing skills in their best websites to visit for scholarship and and he had a whole team friends and classes and have the opportunity to financial aid information. family with him in this year’s race. Colin’s speak with college representatives who What started out as a service hour mom, aunt, grandmother, dad and uncle visit the campus during lunch. opportunity has turned into a great way all took part in the half marathon. His This year, Mater Dei introduced one for students to help one another. It is a whole cheering section was waiting when more helpful component for current stu- way for Mater Dei juniors and seniors to Colin crossed the finish line with a time of dents; College and Career Peer Mentors. hear a new voice when it comes to the 3:31:19, good enough for second place There are currently four peer mentors on college application process. It is a wel- in his age group. campus: seniors XOCHITL LEDESMA, comed change for students to hear Leading up to the event, Colin sent out KARINA CASILLAS, JAIME MASADA, and advice from someone who is going over 700 letters to friends of SCSK in NATALI RODRIGUEZ. through the same process they are as far addition to personal letters and e-mails to Last summer the girls began helping as finding the right school for them. family and friends. The pledged funds are Ms. Castro in the College and Career Ms. Castro hopes this will become a still trickling in and when all is said and as a way to earn service hours. longstanding tradition at Mater Dei. done, Colin believes he will surpass last year’s total of $8,000. Your gift goes far when you donate your car! This has been such a positive event for the past two years, Colin would like to Help support the Annual Fund by donating your car to Mater Dei. Donating make this an annual event. The support a car is easy. Simply call (800) 203-2940 (National Charity Support he has received from his family and Foundation). Tell them you want to donate a vehicle and the proceeds to be friends has been overwhelming. That sent to Mater Dei High School. They will arrange for pick-up of the vehicle, support drives Colin to fundraise and train DMV records transfer, gift letters, tax receipt and sale of the vehicle. harder. His commitment is sure to increase the number of runners and walk- Questions? ers Colin has on his team for next year’s Call the Office of Advancement and Alumni Relations at (714) 850-9534. event.

Scarlet 3 &Gray Magazine • Winter 2007-08 Monarch Becomes and Eagle Mater Dei junior Leader, Patrol Leader and a Troop and portable, lightweight enough that Joe Ridenour Guide. even the elementary school children can earned the rank of Joe has been involved in Venture assemble it. Eagle Scout Scouting which involves hiking, camp- Although he has reached the highest through the Boy ing trips, SCUBA diving and shooting. rank in scouting, Joe continues to be Scouts of America He has also been involved in Sea involved. He serves as a mentor for this fall. Joe has Scouting where he learned to race sail younger scouts and has the opportunity been involved in boats. That skill has carried over to to pursue more merit badges and earn scouts for almost Mater Dei, as Joe is now a member of palms. Palms are additional awards that as long as he can the MD Sailing Team. Eagle Scouts can work towards. Mater Dei junior remember. He The final step for all scouts on their Through scouts, Joe has volunteered Joe Ridenour recently earned the rank of has earned count- way to the rank of Eagle Scout is a com- over 350 service hours in the communi- Eagle Scout less merit badges munity service project. The final project ty. Because of his hours of dedication and held a number of leadership posi- Joe decided on was building a stage for and service, Joe was recognized at the tions at various levels of scouting, serv- his grade school, Our Lady Queen of Mater Dei Christian Service Program ing as a Chaplain’s Aide, Assistant Patrol Angels. The stage he built is adjustable Breakfast in the spring of 2007. Monarchs Earn National Merit Awards A number of Mater Dei students were Qualifying Test (PSAT/NMSQT). approximately 4,600 are honored. A recently recog- These students are group of about 3,000 are referred to nized by the distinguished by their colleges for their potential for academic National Merit strong academic per- success. Program. The formance. It is the Four students were identified as out- program has National Merit standing Hispanic students by the various recogni- Scholarship College Board's National Hispanic tion categories Corporation's hope Recognition Program (NHRP). These and Mater Dei that this recognition students are among a select group of had students will contribute to their 3,300 of those scoring the highest from honored in National Merit Commended Students educational opportu- a nationwide total of 124,000 high three of them. nities and encourage all stu- school seniors Twelve seniors were named dents to strive to realize their who took the Commended Students in the 2008 potential. Preliminary National Merit Scholarship Program: Senior was SAT®/National JENNIFER BALES, LAUREN CLIFFORD, recognized by the National Merit Scholarship PAUL COOPER, ELISABETH FERRIS, Achievement Scholarship Qualifying Test ROBERT GORDON, JOHN KVEEN, KRISTEN Program for academic (PSAT/NMSQT) MARTIN, ANGELYN NGUYEN, NICHOLAS achievement and commend- during their jun- ROSS, JAMES TROTTER, BENJAMIN VO able performance on the ior year. The and ANNE MARIE WEBER. Preliminary SAT®/National NHPR honorees (l to r) Robert Gordon, Mater Dei stu- About 34,000 Commended Students Merit Scholarship Qualifying Kerry Wakely and Nicolas Nelson dents receiving throughout the nation were recognized Test (PSAT/NMSQT). this honor are: for their exceptional academic promise. The National Achievement Scholarship RYAN ANDRADE, ROBERT GORDON, Commended Program is an academic NICOLAS NELSON and KERRY WAKELY. Students placed competition established The College Board's National Hispanic among the top five in 1964 to provide recog- Recognition Program was initiated in percent of more nition for outstanding 1983 to identify outstanding Hispanic than 1.4 million stu- African American high high school students. The NHRP pro- dents who entered schools students. Of the vides their names to subscribing col- the 2008 competi- more than 140,000 leges and universities to encourage tion by taking the African American stu- these institutions to seek out talented, 2006 Preliminary dents who enter the academically well-prepared Hispanic Mr. Greg Dhuyvetter and Mrs. Charisse SAT/National Merit Kitsinis with National Merit honoree, National Achievement students as potential candidates for Scholarship Khaled Holmes Program each year, only admissions.

4 Scarlet &Gray Magazine • Winter 2007-08 2007 Christmas Outreach Helps Hundreds Both Locally and Internationally The annual Christmas Outreach, children of Thomas Shelter. Camp Pendleton. The dance team also spearheaded by Campus Ministry, The children of Boys Hope/Girls Hope hosted a dance camp and Christmas spread far and wide this year. Between had their Christmas lists fulfilled with the party at the base in early December. individual contributions, clubs and help of a number of Mater Dei groups Individual classes also got into the teams getting involved, hundreds of and faculty members. The football, soft- Christmas spirit. MR. JIM REYNOLD’S and members of the Mater Dei community ball, Advancement and ASB programs MS. TRISH TILLOTSON’S science classes took part in this generous effort. all took part in making those Christmas raised funds to help build a fish pond in The partnership between MDHS and wishes come true. Africa. They raised the funds for World FR. JOACHIM of the Holy Family Local families were adopted by the Vision, a Christian relief and develop- Orphanage in Rwanda, Africa continued boys’ basketball program, various indi- ment organization dedicated to helping throughout the Advent Season. A check vidual MD faculty members, current MD children and their communities world- for over $2,000 was sent to Fr. Joachim parents, as well as MRS. CAROL wide reach their full potential by tackling recently and efforts continue to be made KOPPENHEFFER’S religion classes. the causes of poverty. MISS HOLLY at MD to support the children of his The Pride Team collected baby toys, HAYNES ‘98 and her social studies class- orphanage. clothes, diapers and other essential es raised enough money to purchase a Locally, gifts were collected on campus items for Mary’s Shelter. water buffalo through an organization for the children of Catholic Charities. With the help of the entire MD com- called Heifer International. This organi- This outpouring of generosity allowed munity, the National Honor Society col- zation works to end world hunger and parents to present their children with lected over $1,000 in gift cards which care for the Earth. gifts on Christmas morning when other- were distributed to local teens through Whether it is a bag full of presents or a wise they would have had nothing. the UCI Family Health Center. few extra dollars to help make a family’s At the annual Christmas at the Corner The contributions of the MD football Christmas special, every item donated celebration, guests brought gifts in addi- team and the dance team continued for this year made a dramatic impact on tion to hooded sweatshirts and blankets the Monarchs for Marines outreach pro- someone this Christmas season. Thank to be distributed at Catholic Worker in gram (see page 6). The players and you to everyone who contributed to both Santa Ana. dancers brought in hundreds of gifts the Christmas outreach as well as the The choir and girls’ soccer team col- and stuffed stockings for the children of continued projects overseen by the out- lected stuffed stockings and gifts for the the Marines and Sailors stationed at standing Campus Ministry program. Visual Art Students Recognized Visual Art Department Chair, MRS. dents created artwork based on the GUADARRAMA, DIANA RODRIGUEZ, CRISTINA FAULKNER, is proud to theme "Celebrating Hispanic SRIDGET TERREBONNE, JESSICA ARCE, announce that several Mater Dei stu- Heritage". Their works were chosen TATIANA BERNAL, DANIELLE FAUTCH, dents have recently been recognized from among 600 entries statewide and KATIE BRUNE and FLORA AZCONA. The for their outstanding talent. Eleven stu- were exhibited at the Museum of Latin artwork selected can now by seen on dents were finalists in the all California American Art in Long Beach. The hon- display in the Antone and Anna Young Artists' Contest sponsored by ored students are: JESSICA MADRID, Borchard Family Library at Mater Dei Union Bank of California. The stu- ELLE RADAN, MERYL ENGLER, HEIDI High School. 2007 - 2008 Annual Fund Campaign Ensuring the Monarch Tradition

Annual Fund Giving Levels Founders Circle: $1,500+ Royal Court: $750 - $1,499 Patron: $250 - $749 Monarch: $100 - $249 Scarlet & Gray: $25 - $99

Nearly 30% of the students at Mater Dei receive financial aid support in order to attend. 100% of the funds collected through the Annual Fund go directly to supporting this need-based program. Benefactors at the Founders Circle Level are invited to the Annual Ring of Honor and Founders Circle Dinner to be held in May. Thank you for supporting the MDHS Annual Fund.

Scarlet 5 &Gray Magazine • Winter 2007-08 Monarchs for Marines The Mater Dei Monarch Football Team side-by-side with football players who Monarch player and coach. In a rare dedicated its 2007 season to the laid their pads and helmets aside to honor, and as a demonstrative sign of Marines and Sailors of Camp brandish hoes, rakes, picks and the Monarch dedication of the season Pendleton, dubbing the pro- shovels to install new volleyball to the Marines and Sailors of Camp gram, Monarchs for Marines, and tetherball courts,paint Pendleton, the patches were worn this “M4M.” The M4M outreach murals and improve the facili- season on the Monarch game jerseys. program was conceived ties with significant landscape In his closing remarks, Coach Rollinson through a process of reflection, work. The day said, “General, prayer and a desire to support U.S. also included a we cannot guar- troops and their families. This pro- football clinic for antee victory, gram is not about war, it is ALL about Marine Corps Football but we can guar- lending tangible support and raising the League players and antee that we morale of Marines, Sailors and their coaches, who under the WILL wear the families; men and women who are self- direction of Coach Marine lessly serving us and our country with Rollinson and staff, Guadalcanal bravery, commitment and sacrifice in practiced with the var- Marines and sailors from Camp Pendleton were patch with Pride, monumental ways. sity team and then par- honored at the MD vs. Servite football game at Poise and While the primary goal of the M4M pro- ticipated in a light Anaheim Stadium as part of the M4M Program Courage.” Upon gram is to support the troops of the scrimmage. The football team and concluding his formal remarks, Coach First Marine Division stationed at Camp dance team also ran a youth football Rollo stepped down from the podium to Pendleton, the program goals included camp and dance camp, respectively, for lead the varsity football team in their the hope that the service and associa- more than 400 children of Camp famed “Pride Drill.” There, Coach tion with the Marines and Sailors might Pendleton personnel. There was also a Rollinson, in his characteristic, fiery, be a source of growth and inspiration “Lil’ Marine” Camp which involved impassioned tone, called to his players for Mater Dei student-athletes. The whimsical face and hair painting, as well to “never, never forget what happened Marine Corps tenets – sacrifice, com- as fun bounce houses for the tiny tots. here today, never forget who it is that mitment, courage, pride, brotherhood The day’s events culminated with a you are playing for this season!” and teamwork – are closing ceremony which The M4M program culminated on the essentially the same featured performances eve of the 232nd anniversary of the qualities COACH BRUCE by the dance camp par- Marine Corps. Mater Dei honored the ROLLINSON ‘67 has ticipants, followed by Marines and Sailors of Camp Pendleton strived for 20 years to words of mutual grati- during its final league game vs. Servite instill in all Monarch tude from First Marine at Anaheim Stadium. The event activi- football players, Division Commanding ties included a pre-game BBQ hosted summed up in the General RICHARD MILLS by Mater Dei football, complimentary Monarch call to “Pride, and Coach Rollinson. admission for active Marines, Sailors Les Barkley (center) and members Poise and Courage.” of the football team put the finishing On behalf of Mater Dei, and their families and a special half- The brainchild of cur- touches on a wall mural at Coach Rollinson pre- time tribute. This tribute included spe- rent MD parent LES Camp Pendleton sented a Monarch hel- cial recorded messages from Marines BARKELY, M4M got underway when met and framed jersey to General Mills. and Sailors currently stationed overseas Camp Pendleton Marines met with the The jersey has the number “1” for the as well as messages from past varsity football team last spring. The First Marine Division and it bears the Monarchs and the First Lady, MRS. Marines presented the Marine history, Guadalcanal Patch. General Mills LAURA BUSH. tradition and values, as Coach Rollinson expressed his gratitude for the service of In addition to the many activities, the and Barkley led the team in officially the young men and women from Mater Monarchs have been raising funds to kicking off the M4M Program. Dei. He said that “for so many at Camp benefit the Marines, Sailors and families On July 21, with support and cooper- Pendleton that are so of Camp Pendleton. ation from Camp Pendleton personnel, far from their own The Monarchs plan to the varsity football team, dance team, home town, we now continue this partner- coaching staff and numerous parent have a new home ship with the First volunteers provided an action-packed, town team, the Mater Marine Division for fun-filled day at Camp Pendleton. The Dei Monarchs.” Upon years to come. If you day’s activities included over 400 man his command, a detail would like to make a hours by the varsity football players in of young marines indi- donation or help in this beautifying three base youth centers vidually presented the effort, please contact which serve the children of the Marine revered Guadalcanal Members of the Monarch football team Les Barkley at Corps personnel. Coaches worked Patch to each work on landscaping at Camp Pendleton [email protected]. 6 Scarlet &Gray Magazine • Winter 2007-08 Barkley Named National Gatorade Player of the Year CALIFORNIA STANDOUT FIRST-EVER JUNIOR TO BE NAMED NATION’S TOP HIGH SCHOOL GRIDIRON PERFORMER Article released by www.playeroftheyear.Gatorade.com LOS ANGELES team’s Monarchs for Marines on the field and the impact (Dec. 13, 2007) – In initiative, lending tangible his play had on Mater Dei’s its third decade of support and morale-boosting success,” said Gatorade honoring the contributions to the Marines Senior Vice President of nation’s best high and Sailors of Camp Sports Marketing Jeff school athletes, The Pendleton. As part of the Urban. “But he is also a Gatorade Company, effort, Barkley has helped shining example to peers in partnership with raise more than $100,000 for and aspiring young players RISE Magazine, a charity benefiting the fami- of what a leader and a stu- Junior Matt Barkley today announced lies of wounded and fallen dent-athlete should be. He junior MATT BARKLEY of Marines. represents everything we Mater Dei High School as its 2007-08 “He’s a great player,” said hope for in a Gatorade Gatorade National Football Player of the rival Centennial High Head Player of the Year recipi- Year. Barkley is the first-ever non-senior Coach Matt Logan. “He’s ent.” to be awarded Gatorade National very accurate, makes good Junior quarterback Matt The Gatorade Player of Football Player of the Year honors. decisions and great throws. Barkley passed for over 3,550 the Year program annually The award, which recognizes not only He’ll probably be a Heisman yards this season recognizes one winner in outstanding athletic excellence, but also Trophy candidate and probably NFL guy the District of Columbia and each of the high standards of academic achieve- down the line. I guess ‘01 is 50 states that sanction high school foot- ment and exemplary character demon- the benchmark and he’s definitely fol- ball, girls volleyball, boys and girls cross strated on and off the field, distinguish- lowing in those footsteps.” country, boys and girls basketball, boys es Barkley as the “After his fresh- and girls soccer, baseball, softball, and nation’s best high man season, I took boys and girls track & field, and awards school football him out to Athletes one National Player of the Year in each player. A national Performance and sport. The selection process is adminis- advisory board had him throw to tered by RISE Magazine, which works comprised of NFL guys like with top sport-specific experts and a sportswriters and Maurice Jones- media advisory board of accomplished, sport-specific Drew, LenDale veteran prep sports journalists to deter- experts from White and mine the state winners in each sport. around the country Dominique Byrd For more on the Gatorade Player of the selected Barkley when they were just Year program, including nomination from more than out of college,” information and lists of past winners and Junior Matt Barkley received his Gatorade one million high National Player of the Year Award from Jeff added Bill Cunerty, future announcement dates, visit school football Kearney at a December press conference in the co-author of The gatorade.com/playeroftheyear. players nation- Mater Dei LeVecke Center Complete In addition to the National Gatorade wide. Barkley is Quarterback and a Player of the Year Award, Barkley was now a finalist for the prestigious consultant for Arizona-based Athletes named the inaugural Joe Montana Gatorade Male High School Athlete of Performance. “Each of them came off Award winner as the best high school the Year Award, to be presented at a spe- the field and asked me, ‘Coach, what quarterback in the country and was the cial ceremony the afternoon prior to The college team does this guy play for?’ recipient of the Maxwell Award as the ESPY Awards in July. This kid started his first high school best junior football player in the entire The 6-foot-3, 220-pound junior quar- game at Mater Dei at United States of terback threw for 3,576 yards and 35 14! For Coach BRUCE America. He was , completing 63 percent of ROLLINSON ‘67 to go the his passes (214-of-340) against just nine away from the I-forma- MVP, the OC . The first junior captain in tion to the spread, Register Mater Dei history, Barkley averaged 325 that’s a miracle in Offensive Player yards and 3.2 passes per itself, and he only did of the Year, the game in leading the Monarchs (9-2) to that because he had LA Times Player the quarterfinals of PAC-5 Division Barkley.” of the Year, a first Southern Section 2007 Football “Without question, team All-State Championships, where they fell to Serra Matt is deserving of selection and a League top seed Crespi Carmelite High. recognition as the Junior quarterback Matt Barkley center USA Today sec- Barkley has maintained a 3.77 GPA in nation’s best high with coach Dave Money (left) and coach ond team All- the classroom and enthusiastically school football player Bruce Rollinson ‘67 (right). American. donates his time, spearheading the based on his statistics Photo by Gatorade/Susan Goldman Scarlet 7 &Gray Magazine • Winter 2007-08 Monarch Football The Monarch football team, under the Pendleton in conjunction with Lineman of the Year, OC tutelage of coach BRUCE ROLLINSON ‘67, the Monarch for Marines out- Register and LA Times first had a very successful 2007 season. The reach program (see page 6) team. He was selected as an Monarchs finished with a share of the the fans were treated to an All-State player and represent- Trinity League Title and an overall record outstanding showing of sup- ed MDHS in the Under Armor of 9-2. They advanced to the CIF Pac-5 port for US troops as well as a All-American Game where he quarter finals and were stellar per- was named captain of his ranked as high as num- formance on team. ber 1 in the nation by the football Senior Khaled Holmes Also earning individual ESPN. field. The awards were seniors BEN In a preseason game Monarchs beat the TAUANUU JR. and Carlo Valdez who were for the ages, Mater Dei Friars by a score of 38 named first team All-Trinity League. faced nationally ranked - 13 in front of nearly Seniors ROBBIE BOYER, ANDREW ABBOTT, Corona Centennial at 24,000 fans. CARLO VALDEZ and ROBERT MOJICA were the Santa Ana Bowl. On an individual named first team All-Trinity League and The Monarchs won The 2007 senior receiving corps (l to r) level, the Monarchs OC Register All-County. Abbott, Boyer, Ryan Mumma, Blake Arthur, Carlo that game by a score Valdes, Robbie Boyer and Andrew Abbott were led by a balanced Valdez and Nick O’Neill were also select- of 51 - 37 while and skilled team. ed to play in the Gatorade National Player of the Year, Barkley led the way with a number of Bowl. Valdez had a blocked field goal junior quarterback MATT BARKLEY, threw local and national awards (see page 7). and eight tackles while Abbott had 5 for 365 yards. Senior defensive end, CAMERON catches for 95 yards and one touch- Another highlight of the season came MEREDITH was named Trinity League down. when the Monarchs took on the Servite Defensive MVP, as well as OC Register Earning nods to the All-Southern Friars at Anaheim Stadium. In a game All-County. Senior lineman KHALED California Pac-5 Team were, Abbott, that honored the Marines of Camp HOLMES was named Trinity League Barkley, Boyer, Holmes and Meredith. Girls’ Volleyball Kiernan Earns 500th Win The Mater Dei volleyball team, under On December 27, sented with a jersey commemorating the direction of first-year coach JIMMY 2007 the Mater Dei his accomplishment along with a MUNOZ ‘98 was led by senior and team girls’ varsity basket- plaque that reads, “Congratulations to MVP, LILY LOPEZ. Lopez paced the ball team defeated Mater Dei Girls Basketball Coach Monarchs to a hard fought 13-12 record Ponderosa High Kevin Kiernan on your 500th career and an appearance in the CIF Playoffs. School 58 - 26 win, December 27, 2007 vs. Ponderosa Lopez was named first team All-Trinity marking the occa- H. S. 58-26. The entire Mater Dei League and will take her skills to UC sion of COACH KEVIN Community congratulates and salutes Santa Barbara next fall where she will KIERNAN’S 500th you and your Monarch Girls’ play for the Gauchos. Coach Kevin Kiernan high school coach- Basketball staff for its outstanding Joining Lopez on first team All-Trinity ing victory. accomplishment. You are acknowl- League was junior MARIAH JAKOSKY. This is an amazing accomplishment edged as one of the truly exceptional The Monarchs also received solid play for Coach Kiernan. He was recognized high school coaches in Orange from senior JIYA BROWN. Brown has by PRESIDENT PATRICK MURPHY along County, in the State of California and accepted a scholarship to continue her with PRINCIPAL FRANCES throughout the entire volleyball career at Howard University. CLARE, ASSISTANT United States. Through PRINCIPAL KEVIN HICKMAN your years at La Quinta and ATHLETIC DIRECTOR H.S., Savanna H.S., MARTIN STRINGER prior to Troy H.S. and now at a recent home basketball Mater Dei you have game. accomplished this Kiernan’s 500 career amazing milestone. We victories have come as at MDHS are very the coach at four area proud that you high schools including achieved your 500th Mater Dei. Kiernan has coaching victory as a coached both boys and member of the Mater Coach Jimmy Munoz ‘98 (center) with USCB- girls basketball and won Dei family. We look bound senior Lily Lopez (left) and Howard- 6 CIF titles and 3 state forward to many more bound senior Jiya Brown (right) titles. Kiernan was pre- years to come. 8 Scarlet &Gray Magazine • Winter 2007-08 Girls’ Golf The There were numerous outstanding per- medaled 3 times during the season while varsity formances throughout the year. Junior posting the 3rd lowest average on the girls’ DESIREE DUBREUIL was named the OC team. golf Register's Player of the Week, posted the A number of Monarchs earned individual team lowest average on the team, shot a two- awards as recognition for their outstand- com- under par round of 70 to take second ing accomplishments. Nguyen, Dubreuil, pleted place in the CIF Individual Playoffs, took Villarreal, MICALA MENDOZA, ARIANNA another third place at the Ayala Tournament, took KJOS, and SHEALEE TRUESDALE earned out- fourth place at the Diamondback Trinity All-League awards. Dubreuil was Senior Monica Villarreal and stand- Tournament, medaled in five matches, selected to the OC REGISTER'S All-County junior Desiree Dubreuil led the ing sea- advanced to the CIF State champi- first team, while teammate Villarreal who way for the Monarchs son. onships, and received the was honored with a They took 1st place at the Diamondback Farmers Insurance selection to the All- Tournament, second place at the Ayala Student/Athlete/Citizenship County second Tournament, and third place at the Award. Senior MONICA team. University Tournament. They also did VILLARREAL shot a 75 to take Seniors Kjos, well in match competition by taking sec- second place at the Truesdale, and ond place in the Trinity League, compil- Diamondback Tournament, Villarreal were a great ing a 10 - 2 overall record, and finishing posted the second lowest asset to the Mater the year ranked number three in Orange average on the team and Dei Girls' Golf County by the OC Register. The team medaled five times during Program and helped excelled in the playoffs by posting an out- match competition. the 2007 team set a standing five person score of 397 to Freshman VICTORIA NGUYEN high standard of suc- become the CIF Eastern Team Divisional won the Trinity League cess for future teams Runner-Up. Championship and CIF Easter Team Divisional Runner-Ups to build upon. Boys’ & Girls’ Cross Country The Runnin’ Monarchs had a earning Trinity League place finish at CIF. The boys finished great season this fall. The Championships this year. thirteenth at the State Championships. girls’ cross country team fin- On the boys’ side, the team On an individual level, senior LOUIE ished second in the Trinity also finished second in Trinity GALLARDO III had another stellar season. League and advanced to the League competition. They He was the Trinity League Champion CIF finals for the seventh con- advanced to the CIF finals for and placed 10th in the State secutive year. The future of the first time since 2001. The Championships earning him CIF All- the girls program looks very boys qualified for the state State honors. Gallardo plans to contin- bright with both the junior var- championships for the first ue his running career in college but is sity and frosh/soph teams Senior Luis Gallardo time since 1994 with a seventh still weighing his options. Boys’ Water Polo Attention all The Monarch boys’ water polo team son. Unfortunately for the Monarchs, he Sts. Simon & Jude Alumni recently completed the best season in missed a few games in the playoff run Mater Dei High School history. The after suffering injuries that required Join us for the Sts. Simon & Jude COACH team, under the direction of stitches in back-to-back games. 40th Anniversary Weekend! CHRIS SEGESMAN, finished with an overall Wherry had the support of a very bal- record of 27 - 4. anced Monarch team this season. His The team captured its first ever Trinity brother, ZACH WHERRY, a junior, was Saturday, April 5 League Championship, defeating Servite named first team All-Trinity League and Alumni Reception 6:00 – 9:00 p.m. in boys water polo for the first time. The first team All-CIF while juniors COLIN team had a great run in the CIF playoffs, CARROL, RYAN GLADYCH and senior Sunday, April 6 advancing to the CIF Finals for the first TIMOTHY SIMO were also named first 11:30 Mass followed by a School time in school history. The Monarchs team All-Trinity League. With a core were led by Trinity League MVP, CIF group of players returning to the pool for Open House & Barbecue Division II first team selection and OC the Monarchs next season, Coach Register All County second team selec- Segesman and his players are excited We need your email address to keep tion, ALEX WHERRY. Just a sophomore, about the future of Mater Dei High you informed! Wherry was a dominant player all sea- School water polo. 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Scarlet 9 &Gray Magazine • Winter 2007-08 Mater Dei High School Surf's Up Update Surf's Up 2008 holds some exciting new opportunities to get involved with Mater Dei's only all-school fundraiser. Remember, all proceeds from this event benefit each and every MD student by providing funds for technology and campus upgrades. Whether you would like to attend the event, or bid on items through the online silent auction, we need the support of the entire Mater Dei family to make this year's fundraiser a success. Online Auction www.materdei.org/surfsup For the first time, you will have the opportunity to bid on select silent auction items from the comfort of your home or office. The first step is to go to the Surf's Up website at www.materdei.org/surfsup and click on the link to the online auction. Register to create a username and password and then you are ready to bid, just like eBay! Bidders need not attend the event to participate - anyone interested is invited to enjoy this new and exciting online auction, including alumni, family and friends. Categories that will be featured online include Home & Garden, Personally Yours, Getaways, Kids to Teens, Sports & Fitness, and Out on the Town. The online auction will begin on March 17 with all auction categories closing on April 3. Winning bidders will be notified via email and can pick up their purchases on campus the following week. Live Event Don't miss the biggest party of the year! The Surf's Dinner Auction live event will be held on Saturday, April 5 at Disney's Grand Californian Hotel. Join us for dinner, dancing and exciting live and silent auctions. Browse silent auction items available for bid at the event including the Parish Basket Category, fine jewelry from the Platinum Category, and the most exclusive trips, tickets and experiences from the Gold Category. Underwriters at the King Kameamea level and above will also enjoy a VIP Reception prior to the general public for a sneak peek at all the items for bid. As always, the highlight of the evening promises to be the live auction with exciting bidding on a variety of one-of-a-kind items and experiences. Important Dates for Surf's Up 2008 Thursday, February 28 - All Item Donations Due to MD Advancement Office Monday, March 17 - Online Silent Auction Open for Bidding Wednesday, March 19 - RSVP Deadline for Live Event Thursday, April 3 - Online Silent Auction Closes Saturday, April 5 - Live Event at Disney's Grand Californian Hotel

10 Scarlet &Gray Magazine • Winter 2007-08 MDHS Service Goes International While most Mater Dei students sleep ing with FR. RANDALL VILLALOBOS, Rotary Interact Club. after consuming Easter dinner, choco- whose ministry is with street children In addition to working with Fr. late bunnies and jelly beans the evening and the poor. He is currently in the Villalobos, there are two other work of Easter Sunday, process of build- days for the students. They will visit and March 23, four- ing a day care work at an indigenous reservation in teen students will center in Zapaton and a Catholic school in down- be driving up the Desamparados. town San Jose. 405 Freeway to The students will Mrs. Brainerd said, “We are grateful for LAX. There they cook for over 225 the support we have received and will will join Mater Dei children, and then receive from the Mater Dei community personnel, princi- spend some time and Rotary. We understand this trip is a pal MS. FRANCES playing with the privilege - an incredible opportunity to CLARE, MISS kids. Fr. be of service and also to broaden our KATHLEEN KELLY Villalobos has horizons and ultimately to promote '94 of the Office of been invited to peace by deepening our understanding Fourteen Mater Dei students and four Mater Dei Advancement and employees will take part in the Easter Outreach visit the Mater Dei of people from another culture.” Spanish teacher trip to Costa Rica campus and will If you would like more information MRS. LYDIETTE be speaking to about this outreach or are interested in REYES KUBIK ‘72 for a 2:20 a.m. flight to the entire student body at the Lenten making a donation, please contact San Jose, Costa Rica. They will be met Masses in March. He hopes that stu- Campus Ministry at (714) 850-9556. in San Jose by MD Religion Department dents will be generous in Chair MRS. PAT BRAINERD, her husband, their donations, which will Save the Date! JOHN, and a welcoming party of be collected at each mass April 26, 2008 Rotarians and Rotaractors. All are and throughout Lent. involved in the Mater Dei Easter Under the direction of St. Catherine of Siena Outreach, a joint venture with Rotary Campus Ministry, the stu- Parish School District 5320 (Orange County and east dents going on the trip will 50th Anniversary Mass Los Angeles counties) and Rotary and take the leadership role in Celebration & Open House Rotaract Clubs of San Jose, Costa Rica. fundraising among the The group will spend five days in Costa Mater Dei community. Rica where they will work at various They will be assisted by For more information: locations. Two days will be spent work- members of the Mater Dei (949) 494-7339 MonarMonarchch LLegacegacyy EndoEndowmentwment

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The Monarch Legacy Endowment was created to ensure the long-term viability of the Mater Dei Financial Aid Program which helps almost 30% of the families at MD. Many families have made the important commitment to include Mater Dei in their estate plan through a bequest or other gift. To learn more about how your family could make a gift today that does not have to take a bite out of your checkbook, please contact our Office of Advancement at [email protected] or (714) 850-9534. Through your endowment gift, you will help secure the future of Mater Dei High School for generations to come.

Scarlet 11 &Gray Magazine • Winter 2007-08 Bishop Jaime Soto ‘74 Named Coadjutor Bishop of Sacramento BISHOP JAMIE place on May 31, 2000, God’s people.” SOTO ‘74 cele- the Feast of the Visitation. Presentations were also brated All Saints He served the Diocese of made by President PATRICK Day Mass in the Orange until November MURPHY, Alumni Director Meruelo Athletics 2007 when he was JOSEPH MEDLIN ‘98 as well Center with the appointed Coadjutor as the ASB Officers. entire Mater Dei Bishop of the Diocese of Bishop Soto’s message student body. Sacramento. to the students and the Bishop Jaime Soto ‘74 This was his Following the Mass, there Bishop Jaime Soto entire Mater Dei commu- as a Mater Dei senior farewell Mass to were a number of presen- ‘74, November 2007 nity was one of hope and the Mater Dei community before tations by both MDHS administra- encouragement. "Imagine the moving north to Sacramento. The tion and students. Soto received unimaginable…stretch your minds mass was concelebrated by a an honorary letterman’s jacket for and hearts and allow God's spirit number of his fellow alumni and his continued support of Mater Dei to help you to reach your full diocesan priests. athletics and activities. MDHS potential," he said. Soto was named the Titular Principal MS. FRANCES CLARE stat- Although he has moved north for Bishop of Segia and the Auxiliary ed, “We come together to wish you his new assignment, this is not a Bishop of the Diocese of Orange, continued life, love and success. final farewell. In his closing California by his Holiness, Pope Know that our community follows remarks, Bishop Soto said, “once John Paul II on March 23, 2000. you as you continue on the jour- a Monarch, always a Monarch.” His Episcopal Ordination took ney to share our faith and serve

Bishop Jaime Soto ‘74 bids Bishop Jaime Soto ‘74 receives a tearful farwell to the a gift from MDHS President MDHS community Patrick Murphy

Bishop Jaime Soto ‘74 (center) celebrated All Saints Day Mass at MDHS prior to his new assignment as the Coadjutor Bishop of the Diocese of Sacramento. He is pictured with (l to r) Deacon Frank Chavez, Fr. Michael McKiernan, Fr. Christopher Smith ‘70, Fr. Brendan Manson ‘89, Fr. Ed Poettgen ‘72 and Deacon Randy McMahon.

Bishop Jaime Soto ‘74 at his final Bishop Jaime Soto ‘74 blesses the Mass at MDHS as Auxiliary Bishop students at the All Saints Day Mass, of the Diocese of Orange November 2007

12 Scarlet &Gray Magazine • Winter 2007-08 Congratulations to second consecutive Trophy. He was invited Colt Brennan ‘02 season. Brennan fin- to the awards ceremony who recently com- ished the season with in where pleted a spectacular 4,343 total passing he finished third in the collegiate football yards with a 70.4 com- voting. career at the pletion percentage. Brennan was selected University of Colt threw for 38 as a member of the Hawai'i. Brennan touchdowns this sea- South Team for the led the Warriors to a son and a total of 131 2008 Under Armor Colt Brennan ‘02 number 10 National touchdowns in his Senior Bowl. Colt was Ranking and a BCS Bowl (). three seasons with the one of 100 college foot- The Sugar Bowl took place in New Warriors. During those ball players from across Orleans where the Warriors lost their three seasons, the country to take part only game of the season to the Brennan broke 31 in the game. In a vote Colt Brennan ‘02 University of Georgia. The Warriors fin- NCAA football records by his South team- ished the season with an overall record including the NCAA single-season mates, Brennan was named team cap- of 12-1. touchdown record with 58 touchdown tain. Colt was on the winning side of a In his final season with the Warriors, passes during the 2006 season. hard fought 17-16 South victory. Colt led his team to a Western Athletic Colt won, or was a finalist for, a num- Having graduated from the University Conference Championship, was named ber of prestigious national awards over of Hawai’i in December, Colt is now WAC Player of the Week three times and the past two seasons. He was one of working out in preparation for the June WAC Offensive Player of the Year for the just four finalists for the 2007 Heisman Draft. Brennan’s 2006 Season Awards Brennan’s 2007 Season Awards Sammy Baugh Award Winner Finalist Cingular National Player of the Year Award Finalist Manning Award Watch List WAC Offensive Player of the Year Davey O'Brien Award Semifinalist Davey O'Brien Award Finalist Walter Camp Foundation Player of the Year Award All-WAC First Team Maxwell Award Watch List

In Our Prayers… We Remember … Bradley Akers ‘01, Brian Costanzo ‘00, Matthew Christian Barker - Son of Sandy Gordon Barker ‘83 Muggia ‘06, Capt. Rory L. Nichols, USMC - husband of Agnes Dobson - Mother of Chuck Dobson ‘59 Laure DeVincenzi-Nichols ‘80, and all Mater Dei Jim Ellis ‘80 graduates serving our country in the Armed Forces Alfred Flores ‘98 Mary Booth - MD past parent and volunteer Jim Mendiaz - Father-in-law of Lisa Velasquez Mendiaz‘86 Sr. Marie Furlong - MD faculty member Mary Jane Orstad - Grandmother of Chrisitan Schmitz Bill Gibbs - MD faculty member ‘98, Garrett ‘02, Brynn ‘04 and P.J. Maurer ‘08 Ella Horwich - Daughter of Dan and Katie Stremick Horwich ‘93 Helene Vasquez - Grandmother of Dana Vasquez - MD Robert Hoyt - Father of Maryann Hoyt ‘78 and Barbara Sanchez ‘79 faculty member Andy Knapp - Father of Brian ‘06, Megan ‘09 and Tyler ‘12 Irene Weling - Mother of Fr. John Weling ‘’72, S.J. and Chelsea Lane - Sister of Brianna Lane ‘08 Barbara Lumley ‘67 Fr. Alejandro Magallanes, OFM, Cap - Former MD faculty member Fr. Ronald D. Wolf, S.J. ‘60 Bishop Montrose - Former MD Principal Kathryn Morris ‘66 In our Catholic life, we have always asked others to Susan Loy Murphy ‘67 pray with us for our loved ones. We appeal together Karen Muyskens - Niece of MD faculty member Margie Fischer David Pecoraro - Husband of Michelle Erwin ‘81 to the Lord for healing as well as the gift of eternal Rolando Pena - Father of Sierra ‘10 life. This is often done with Eucharist prayer of the Tennille Manrique Rozak ‘96 church. If you would like us to pray for someone, or Jeff Sanford - Husband of Angela Harrell ‘87 if you would like to send a memorial Mass card, please Charon Simmons ‘07 Eileen Thompson - Former MD faculty member and past parent call the Campus Ministry Office at (714) 850-9556.

Scarlet 13 &Gray Magazine • Winter 2007-08 Alumni Class Notes 1950s 1960s the writing director in the TRACY SANDS ATKINSON ‘74 and her husband Jeff reside in MARY HELEN GARCIA JOHN CORPOS ‘63 worked for Global Medical Writing Laguna Niguel. They are the SANCHES ‘54 and her husband the federal government for Department at Amgen Inc. Manny reside in Rancho nearly 40 years and retired last ROGER HAMEL ‘68 retired proud parents of four children Cucamonga. Mary Helen year. He spent time with the in May 2006 from his pri- ranging in age from 16 to 25. Tracy is the financial coordina- attended Immaculate Heart Army Corps of Engineers and vate dentistry practice. tor in a dental office and is a and Chaffey Colleges before as a designer and project He and his wife Vickie spiritual care volunteer at a beginning her career as a manager with the Navy. John reside in Laguna Hills and local hospital. She has held school and CCD teacher. now resides in San Carlos with are currently building a the position for nearly one Manny spent 20 years in the his wife Emily. They have house in Montana. year and is happy to visit with USMC and served in Vietnam. three sons, ages 31, 28 and patients who often have not They are now retired and 26 and are enjoying their free- family in the area or are just enjoy spending time with their time. lonely or scared. four sons, six grandchildren MARY ALICE ARNOLD and two great grandchildren. ALTORFER ‘64 lives in Texas 1980s THERESA ESPINOZA MARTINEZ with her youngest daughter STEVE PNIEWSKI ‘81 is cur- ‘55 has been married for fifty Renee. Mary Alice is widowed rently running a maritime years to P. Gil Martinez. They and has four daughters and services and software compa- have four children, five grand- 10 grandchildren. She gradu- ny in Virginia Beach. He and children and six great grand- ated from Cal Poly San Luis his wife Susan are expecting children. Obispo in 2000 with a degree their second child this spring. in journalism. She had her GREG KELLY ‘69 proprietor Steve and fellow alum DAVID Mother’s Day Opinion Page of Kelly’s Hobbie Shop in LESTER ‘81 own and race thor- article, “Fallen Soldiers’ Tustin with his latest project. oughbred horses in Maryland, Mothers Are Also War The “Jupiter II” spacecraft Virginia and Pennsylvania. Casualties,” Volume 152 from from Lost in Space. May 2006 entered into Congressional Record by 1970s Congressman Charlie LINDA MOTH MOORE ‘71 and Gonzalez of San Antonio. her husband Bob welcomed Since the 1994 reunion, Mary their first grandson, Alice gets together annually Alexander Michael in August. with classmates CAROL COLE Alex is the son of the Moore’s SMITH, JUDY NAGY and eldest daughter, Suzanne and AMANDA HERTZ-CRISEL. So far, her husband Travis Goff. the four have travelled to Their three other daughters, Somoa, New Zealand, Becky, Jessica and Cyndi are Australia, England, Sonora, all students at Pittsburg State ALBERT VELA ‘56 and his wife CA. and New England. University. Linda and Bob Isabel thoroughly enjoyed the MICHELE VIVIRITO ‘67 has reside in Kansas where she is precious moments of the been named administrator of the Director of the Criminal PERRY MENDOZA ‘86 and his recent 50-year reunion. They chapters and membership for Justice Program at Labette wife LAURA FRODSHAM ‘88 wel- look forward to seeing every- the American Medical Writers comed their daughter Teresa one again soon. Association. She is a gradu- Community College. ate of CSU Fullerton and is Marie into the world in September 2007. Attention St. Anthony Claret School Graduates

St. Anthony Claret School is celebrating its 50th Anniversary on April 12 & 13, 2008 and would love to have all our alumni families come to the festivities. If you know anyone who attended St. Anthony from 1957 to present, please send, call, fax or email names addresses, phone number and email addresses to St. Anthony Claret School, 1450 E. La Palma Ave., Anaheim, CA 92805, Attn: Pam Gordon, (714) 535-3284, fax (714) 535-8558, email: [email protected].

14 Scarlet &Gray Magazine • Winter 2007-08 Alumni Class Notes JOHN LESOVSKY ‘92 and his wife Nora welcomed their first child, Colleen Burke Lesovsky, in July 2007. John is a fire- fighter with the Anaheim Fire Department and Nora is a sur- gical intensive care nurse for UCI. The Lesovskys reside in Huntington Beach. ALONA PAZZULLA FULTON ‘92 and her husband Brian have been married for four years. They have a four-year-old daughter Aislinn and reside in BRENT BERGER ‘98 and his wife ANGELINA LOMBARDI ‘98 SANDY GORDON BARKER ‘83 and her husband Gary ask that Huntington Beach. Alona has welcomed their second child, you keep their family in your thoughts and prayers during this taught children’s dance for 10 Giovanni Paolo, in August difficult time for them. The Barker’s eldest son, Christian years and works at the family 2007. His big brother, Gordon was diagnosed with Leukemia just one day after this business, Pazzulla Plastics, Inc. Gianluca, is now four-years- 13th birthday. With the love and support of his family, includ- CHRIS JACKSON ‘93 has old. The Bergers reside in ing his brother Garrett and sister Kendall, Christian battled the signed a contract with the Placentia. disease complaint-free and with faith and bravery for 20 Philadelphia Soul of the Arena months. He passed away on December 29, 2007 at the age Football League. The season of 14. You can visit Christian’s webpage at gets underway in early-March www.caringbridge.org/visit/christianbarker. with the team traveling to Los Angeles to take on the CARMELLA ARNOLD KELLY KRAUSE STRAIGHT ‘88 Avengers on March 20 at the NYTSHEUVEL and her husband John spent S ‘82 has a fresh- Staples Center. man son at Mater Dei and is seven months in 2005/2006 JEREMY KOCAL ‘93 lives in traveling around the world. having fun being back at Hollywood and is currently They spent time in the school and seeing all the performing in the Los Angeles changes that have taken place Caribbean, Europe, Southeast Asia, the South Pacific and cast of Wicked at the on campus. Pantages Theater. HEATHER SCHAEFGEN South America. One of the highlights of the trip was MATT THACKERY ‘94 and his RUSSELL ‘85 and her family wife Elizabeth welcomed a recently moved to North teaching English for several AMANDA PINUELAS ‘99 and weeks in Thailand. new son, Andrew, into their Christopher Kolbenschlag of Carolina after an exciting 15 lives in December 2007. They years of teaching at St. John San Clemente were married in live in Washington D.C., where September 2007 at St. the Baptist School. 1990s Matt works as an architect and ANDY RICHMOND ‘87 was ERRYN ROBERTSON ‘91 and Timothy Church in Laguna design manager at Marriott Niguel. The two moved to recently named the Central TODD BLAKE ‘91 welcomed International. Matt recently Region Head of Navigant daughter Winnifred Mae in Irvine following their honey- received his MBA from Johns moon in Paris. Amanda Consulting’s Disputes & September 2007. The Blakes Hopkins University. Investigations pracitce. He reside in Warsaw, IN. works for First American lives in Chicago with his wife Corp. in Santa Ana and Chris Kim and their two girls, Abby is a project manager for a real and Emma. estate developer in Anaheim. Attention Alumni Since the beginning of the school year, 125 graduates have given a grand total of $16,500 to the Alumni Heritage Fund. The Alumni Heritage Fund exists solely to provide financial aid for children and grandchildren of alumni who attend Mater Dei. Use the envelope provided to make your gift so the next generation of Monarchs may enjoy the same high school experience you did. Your challenge is to give just one dollar for each year you have been out of Mater Dei. The Classes of 1987 and 1962 were the top donors this quarter. Which class will be tops next quarter? Contact the Alumni Office for more info, (714) 850-9534, [email protected].

Scarlet 15 &Gray Magazine • Winter 2007-08 Alumni Class Notes MATTHEW BODEN ‘96 com- 2000s JACQUELINE ZINKE ‘06 had a Attention Readers pleted his undergrad work at JESSICA MACIAS ‘01 is the stellar freshman soccer sea- the University of San Marketing & Media son as a member of the To update an address or if Francisco. From there he Coordinator for The National University of Arizona Wildcats. you wish to receive this went on to earn a Doctorate of Professional Paintball League She started every game and publication via e-mail Psychology from the (NPPL). The league is kicking was named to the All Pac-10 please call (714) 850-9534 University of Illinois. He is cur- off the first event of the 2008 Freshman Team. or send a message to rently completing his intern- Super 7 World Series of [email protected] ship at the VA Hospital in Palo Paintball with a tournament in Alto. Huntington Beach March 28 - BETTINA LENGSFELD ‘96 30. The teams will play on six earned her Ph.D. in microbiol- fields set up on the beach just ogy from the University of south of the Huntington Texas in May 2007. Beach pier, over 80,000 spec- JENNIFER GORE ‘98 is an accountant with British tators are expected to attend. Petroleum and is her second SHAWN A. TAYLOR ‘01 year of the MBA program at recently started a financial CSU Fullerton. practice with Northwestern The Flores Family - ELVA Mutual and is playing as FLORES-VICARI '82, VERONICA much golf as he can. FLORES-MAXWELL '84, and JACQUELINE BROUSSARD ‘05 GLORIA FLORES-VOSOUGHI '91 is a sophomore at the ask for prayers for the loss of University of Arizona where the youngest member of the she plays on the Wildcats soc- BRENDON PRITCHARD ‘03 graduated Phi Beta Kappa from Princeton University in June 2007 with a degree in East Asian Flores Family, ALFRED LEE cer team. She had a fantastic Studies. He has accepted a position in Japan as Coordinator FLORES JR '98 on 1/12/08. He year being named U of A is in now in Our Lord's Student Athlete of the Month of International Relations. Some of his duties include Kingdom. in September. She was also translating for English speaking government officials during visits with Japanese government officials, planning and JACQUELINE SIT ‘99 is moving selected to the All Pac-10 from the NBC affiliate in West Honorable Mention Team and hosting cultural events, and teaching English as needed in Japanese government offices and local schools. Brendon, Texas to Oklahoma City as a the Pac-10 All Academic center, is pictured here in Japan with his brother, Nick ‘10, far TV news reporter for CBS. Second Team. left, and Tan M. Nguyen ‘03. Scarlet Non-Profit Org. & U.S. Postage Gray Magazine Mater Dei High School PAID 1202 West Edinger Avenue Permit No. 235 Santa Ana, CA 92707-2191 Santa Ana, CA

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