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The 2006 Edward M. Shaughnessy III “Serving All God’s Children” Inclusion Award. PHOTO BY NICK BONURA ’87.

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PRESIDENT’S NOTEBOOK By Dr. Robert (Rob) J. Mullen ’77

or several issues of the Trinity and his grasp of key concepts in certain subject matter areas. Leader, we have been bringing As part of our work to improve standardized test scores, we you exciting news about signifi- aligned much of our curriculum with aims suggested by ACT. cant gains in our students’ scores Keep in mind that ACT attempts to show colleges which appli- on national standardized tests. We cants have the skills necessary to compete and succeed in college. Fare rightly proud of the successes of our stu- By aligning our curriculum with the ACT, we are exposing our dents. Their academic successes are squarely students from the day they enter with the skills and material aligned with our mission. deemed necessary for success in college by colleges themselves. While Trinity students have long taken standardized tests, our We are not just preparing students to do well on a one-day test. 2001 School Improvement Plan (SIP) identified improvement in We are preparing them for success in college. these test scores as a primary goal. Creating the SIP is a product The results have been outstanding. Mr. Marty Minogue ’69, of our regularly scheduled accreditation one of our two academic deans, shared program. Our voluntary membership in the results in a recent Parent Newsletter the Southern Association of Colleges WE ARE NOT JUST PREPAR- column: and Schools (SACS) requires that we ING STUDENTS TO DO “All 368 seniors in the Class of 2006 undergo a thorough examination of our took the ACT, the first time the college program of studies every five years. WELL ON A ONE-DAY TEST. admissions test has been required for This dovetails nicely with our school’s graduation from Trinity. The average overall strategic planning efforts, which WE ARE PREPARING THEM composite score of 22.7 is a five-year have been in place since 1992. FOR SUCCESS IN COLLEGE. high and exceeds both the state average Flowing out of the 2001 SIP was the of 20.6 and the national average of 21.1. mandate to improve our test scores. The The scores represent four straight years school decided to focus its efforts on the of significant increases in student ACT college admissions test. The ACT scores. Teachers continue to put empha- is the most commonly-required college entrance test taken by stu- sis on higher-order thinking skills in their lesson planning and dents in the Midwest. In fact, nearly all colleges and universities class assessments.” in the country now accept an ACT score as part of the application process. SCHOOL TRINITY STATE NATIONAL In a change from what most readers will remember from their ENGLISH 22.6 20.2 20.6 high school days, an important new feature of this test is the MATH 22.6 19.9 20.8 multi-grade level tests offered by ACT, which build toward the READING 22.7 21.1 21.4 senior-level examination. Trinity students actually take a series of SCIENCE REASONING 22.5 20.5 20.9 tests beginning freshman year, all created by ACT, that culmi- COMPOSITE 22.7 20.6 21.1 nates in the test most readers are familiar with as a pre-requisite NUMBER 368 29,786 1,206,455 for college admission. It is important to interject that teaching to the test was not the aim of this initiative. The reader must understand what the ACT Readers should note that the makeup of the Class of 2006 was attempts to do. The ACT’s “customers” are the colleges and uni- the same as every class which came before it. We enroll the broad- versities that require the test as part of the application process. est possible range of students with a wide range of academic They expect the ACT to provide a piece of evidence as to strengths and weaknesses. We have never artificially limited our the applicant’s chance for success at the particular school. enrollment as some other Catholic high schools do based upon a test Consequently, the ACT has evolved into a test that assesses the score. For the entire senior class to have set a new standard speaks student’s higher-order thinking skills, ability to make connections continued on next page

MISSION STATEMENT Trinity High School’s mission is to provide students with a superior high school education in a supportive atmosphere based upon Christian values in the Catholic tradition. 2

PRESIDENT’S NOTEBOOK continued from page 1 volumes for our school’s commitment to serving all students. ‘I don’t know how to read them.’ When we looked at the score Bringing about these improvements required a huge commit- sheet and saw that he had scored a 29 in reading, Linda, Lucia ment by our teaching staff. Since the SIP recommendation to (Simpson) and I began to shout with joy. This scared Chris to improve standardized test scores came from the faculty itself, the death! He had no idea how well he had actually done! It was so impetus for change was already present. I am very proud of how funny at the time that we had scared the wits out of him!” they have rolled up their sleeves and made these hoped-for Mr. Chad Waggoner, one of our social studies teachers, improvements a reality. explained, “What we have learned from this program is that, I solicited feedback from our teachers. Their comments tell much like the results of championship sports teams, practice will the story. make you wiser, stronger, comfortable, Ms. Kate Nitzken teaches a composi- “STUDENTS ENJOY THINK- confident and prepared.” tion course in partnership with Mr. Chemistry teacher Mr. Ted Bickel Bernie Schum. She reported that they ING OUTSIDE THE BOX. . . reported, “In my classes I mention Dr. believe giving students real opportuni- Phil’s Web site where he has a listing ties to apply the skills that they have I’VE FOUND THAT THEY’RE of food that promotes brain develop- learned in a timed situation will help MUCH MORE WILLING ment and thinking. When I proctor the them reduce the anxiety factor as they ACT here at Trinity, I’m amused when approach the “dreaded” essay question. TO TAKE CHANCES AND guys come up to me and tell me that “I am very proud of the successes of they had blueberries and scrambled our composition students in both their THINK MORE DEEPLY eggs for breakfast!” scores and confidence as they prepare ABOUT THE SUBJECT.” Our principal Mr. Dan Zoeller for the ACT and SAT tests,” Ms. reported the following: “I am much Nitzken said. “They have told me that more conscious of asking higher-order they felt much more confident regard- thinking questions. I ask a lot more ing what they could write about even ‘how’s and why’s.’ As principal, that before the clock was ticking! One student had the confidence to is always part of my observation process. I look for and encourage apply for the Governor’s Scholars Program due to his increased those kinds of questions during lessons. success in writing.” “Students enjoy thinking outside the box. Once they understand Dr. Debbie Heaverin, who teaches in our Traditional Program, that the teacher demands it, I’ve found that they’re much more noted when asked what she does differently today compared to willing to take chances and think more deeply about the subject. five years ago, “I say the word ‘ACT’ at least five times a day in “The most rewarding for me are the individuals who are sur- each class. They hate me! Ha!” prised and grateful when they get their scores back. Bryan Henn, She went on to report, “Students have become more familiar a senior, recently told the Academic Environment Committee that with the structure of the test. It’s not such a mystery. The guys the ACT preparation is really helpful. He said students at first felt have demonstrated more confidence in being able to tackle a it was a drag until they saw the good results. He also said that three-and-a-half-hour stressful testing situation.” most teachers have done a great job adapting their curricula by She added that one student, Chris, who struggled greatly with creatively connecting the Cambridge material with the day-to-day organizational skills and reading and writing, “… came to the business of the class. third floor of Sheehan Hall one day after getting his ACT test “The test has taught us all that when we cooperate and coordinate results. Linda (Whitworth) asked about his scores. He replied continued on back page

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ELIGIBILITY HALL OF FAME STANDING RULES In order to be eligible for induction into the Trinity High School Hall of A candidate for the Hall of Fame will become a nominee once a Fame, a nominee must, on the day of induction: completed nomination form is received. 1. Be age 35 or deceased. A nominee will automatically be considered for the Hall of Fame for 2. Not be presently employed by Trinity High School or have been five (5) consecutive terms. employed two (2) years prior to nomination. If a nominee is not inducted after the fifth term, his/her nomination 3. Not be a current member of the Alumni and/or School boards of consideration will be placed in inactive status for five (5) years. Trinity High School. A nominee with inactive status will be activated only if his/her consideration has been re-nominated after the five- (5) year span. CRITERIA Trinity’s president has final veto power over any nominee/inductee. All nominees must meet at least two (2) of the following criteria: 1. A record of acknowledged leadership in his/her professional or HALL OF FAME COMMITTEE STRUCTURE community life. The Hall of Fame Committee shall consist of two (2) sub-committees: 2. A record of outstanding stewardship to Trinity High School measured Nomination and Selection. by the giving of his/her time, talent and treasure. Each sub-committee will consist of eight (8) members as follows: 3. A record of outstanding performance and distinguished achievement Three (3) members representing the Alumni Board (Hall of Fame while employed by Trinity High School. chair included) 4. A record of outstanding performance and distinguished achievement Two (2) members representing the Faculty/Staff/Administration as a Trinity High School student in academics, athletics or extra- (past or present) curricular activities. One (1) member who is a current Hall of Fame member 5. A Trinity High School alumnus. One (1) member representing the Foundation Board One (1) member representing the School Board CATEGORIES Nominees will be selected from one of four categories. Please select The Hall of Fame chair shall reside on both sub-committees. which categories apply: The Hall of Fame chair will ask the chair of the Alumni, Foundation 1. Professional/Community Life ___ and School boards for individuals serving on their respective board 2. Stewardship to Trinity ___ to be considered for the Hall of Fame Committee. 3. Trinity Faculty/Administration Staff ___ The Hall of Fame chair will ask the Faculty/Staff/Administration 4. Trinity Student/Alumnus ___ committee member for names to be considered for the Hall of Fame Committee. BIOGRAPHICAL SKETCH (Please submit the necessary extra pages to The Hall of Fame chair will appoint persons to each respective detail the following characteristics of the candidate. The Hall of Fame sub-committee. Committee will make its selection based on the biographical sketch that is provided.) ACQUIRING HALL OF FAME NOMINATIONS 1. Please describe the nominee’s leadership and outstanding accolades The Hall of Fame shall be on the agenda for the first meeting of in his/her professional or community life. the calendar year for the Alumni, Foundation and School boards. 2. Please describe the nominee’s outstanding stewardship (time, talent Hall of Fame nomination forms will be distributed. and treasure) to Trinity. Class Ambassador Chair will solicit nominations via e-mails to Class 3. Please list and/or describe the nominee’s outstanding performance Ambassadors and at any Class Ambassador meetings held during and distinguished achievements while employed by Trinity High School. the year. 4. Please list and/or describe the nominee’s outstanding performance Hall of Fame nomination forms will be available online at and distinguished achievements as a Trinity High School student. www.trinityrocks.com and in each Trinity Leader newsletter. 4

PRINCIPAL’S CORNER By Daniel J. Zoeller, Principal ecently Trinity Chaplain rience for our seniors, who have already been challenged to do so Rev. Dave Zettel ’58 shared while on earlier retreats, at community prayer and in religion with me an article from the classes. Many days our TTV broadcasts begin with scripture as the National Catholic Reporter opening prayer. Around here the Word is not taken lightly. written by Father William C. Point four: We must stress the importance of the sacraments, RGraham, a priest and educator from Minne- especially baptism, the Eucharist and reconciliation. sota. The November 2006 article highlighted Our students learn about the sacraments through religion classes seven “approaches” that make a school and through regular community Masses. Eucharist is offered every Catholic. Especially this time of year, when parents of eighth- morning in the Chapel. Moreover, each year at Opening Mass, I graders are making final decisions about high school for their sons, remind students that they are called to be young men of God, and I’m often asked what makes Catholic education different. Using we regularly remind our students of their obligations as members Father Graham’s seven approaches, I hope this article helps us of the Christian community. All of these lessons culminate at senior understand how blessed we are. One retreat — an experience many alumni word of caution — space limits me here. cite as a pivotal point in their lives. I could provide numerous other exam- OUR CHURCH HAS ALWAYS Point five: We must teach our students ples for each approach. church history. First: We must teach our students that RESPECTED THE DIGNITY AND Our Church’s history, its highs and life is messy …We do not serve students lows, are taught most directly in our well if we suggest that there is black and POWER OF THE HUMAN MIND Church History course; but, these white where there may truly be varie- lessons are enhanced in everyday prayer gated shades of gray. — THE POWER OF QUESTIONS. and in our overall culture. Father Graham echoes what must For example, each student belongs regularly beat in all our hearts. This to a house named for an influential world and its daily events are tough Catholic saint or thinker. Our Thanks- enough to figure out; discovering God giving service this year featured banners amid it all takes real work. created by each advising group that illustrated characteristics Part of that work is to continue this Church’s intellectual tradi- inherent in its patron. Aquinas, Becket, Dante, Flannan, Gonzaga, tion. Our Church has always respected the dignity and power of Merton, Patrick, Romero, Seton and Toussaint are an everyday the human mind — the power of questions. At Trinity we do not part of our vocabulary. shrink from such tough questions. From religion to business to Point six: We must instruct students in and promote the practice social studies courses, our students confront life’s mysteries, admit of Catholic social teaching. its inherent ambiguities and know the importance of the struggle Often these lessons are the most challenging for our students, toward sound moral judgment. many of whom have grown up in relatively privileged circumstances. Point two: We must teach students to distinguish one voice from As with Church History, our Social Justice course most directly another …give priority to modeling a healthy and vital community, instructs students in how “the needs of the poor take priority over the to supporting one another in genuine love, to praying together desires of the rich” (Pope John Paul II: 1984). At the same time, we formally and informally, and to uniting with one another in crisis. regularly challenge students with trips to area soup kitchens, burial Students here are given opportunities to know our entire com- ceremonies for the indigent and visits from local immigrants. munity, beyond Trinity’s walls. Our community service students Point seven: We must be for our students the very person of Jesus. serve a variety of places around town. Juniors this year complete This is the most demanding of all the points as it calls us to service-based retreat days. On Nov. 21, I attended our annual model Christ in all we do. As you can well imagine, this is diffi- Thanksgiving prayer service, which included petitions from each cult in a building shared by 1,400 hormone-driven teenage boys. house and the Hazelwood Center (for profoundly disabled) Bell Perhaps that’s why we embrace the work we do with such vigor. Choir. Finally, I am continually moved by the outpouring of sym- Perhaps that’s why 32 members of our teaching staff have more pathy when a member of our community suffers. than 25 years of experience. Point three: We must be active in guiding students through the We truly believe this work we do is holy and feel privileged to study of scripture. be doing it. Though we don’t always succeed in mirroring Jesus’ Recently I visited a senior retreat where, under Father Zettel’s work, we are strengthened by the fellowship of good people who guidance, I witnessed seniors reading scripture to one another then believe in Trinity’s mission. describing its impact in large groups. They chose passages them- In this Christmas season, thank you for all you do to help us in selves then shared their own impressions. This is not a new expe- our mission. We could not do it without your support. 5

THE SPIRITUAL SIDE: HONESTLY! By Rev. David Zettel ’58, Chaplain & Senior Class Counselor onestly, I feel I need to the centuries, the wonderful, symbol-rich sacramental rites promote speak to you about some- honesty and openness with our God. He extends His loving arms and thing. Honestly, I do. embraces us in baptism, confirmation and Eucharist, and forgives us During this season it’s when we are honest with Him in the sacrament of Penance. not difficult to look around Any of us can easily recall those times in our lives when the Hand realize how blessed we are. None of this going was tough, when the obstacles seemed almost insurmount- could be possible for us faithful Catholic able, and a large part of the difficulty centered around someone’s Christians if our God had not opened Him- lack of total honesty. How often each of us dodges, weaves, hides, self, in all honesty, and given us the incredible gift of his only Son ducks and runs and puts on costumes to avoid the truth. at that first Christmas. Our God is the picture of honesty and I’m convinced that our total program of Catholic educational authenticity. “Here I am,” He says. “What you hear is what you formation here at Trinity amounts largely to a matter of honesty get, no frills, no ruse, no mask; just Me, your loving Parent, who with each other and with God. So many aspects of life here amount only wants to share My love, My abundance, My mercy, My heart. to improved methods of communication that contribute to honesty Here, take My Son. Let Him live and move and walk among you and openness. That ethos, that something-in-the-air spirit, is a and show you the way, so that the air is clear, so that He and we spirit of “realness” with each other, if you will, that contributes to can all be honest with each other and, therefore, have the best, a closer bond, more trust and a healthier spirit all around. healthiest relationship possible.” Make no mistake: We believers have to acknowledge, especially Relationships among people will inevitably succeed best if there at this time of the year, that our God took the lead. It was He who is honesty between us. For couples, in families and among friends, was first honest with us, speaking with us, revealing Himself to us being open, honest and authentic in our interaction with each other and ultimately sharing His intimate self by freely giving us His not only assures the wholesomeness of our collaboration but Son and infusing our life together with His Holy Spirit. mimics the relationship our God would like to have with us as I can only pray that this same spirit of pervasive honesty — well. For starters, He has been honest with us. We, in turn, need to modeled for us in the dynamic life of the Father, Son and Holy be honest with Him. Spirit as Trinity — can continue to be a hallmark of our lives The Lord Jesus has left us a Church Community in which honesty together here as students, administrators, teaching faculty, support can and should thrive. In our spirited Catholic tradition down through staff, families, alumni and leaders in the Trinity Family. Honestly. Trinity thanks the following celebraTion2007 Corporate Sponsors for their generous support:

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i 1966 band is steeped in more of a bluegrass sound than NEWS FROM YOU CLASS AMBASSADORS: that renegade Tangence band but also does a variety 1959 Bill Brasch - [email protected] of music. Acousticatz’s CD contains an original Tom Rueff - [email protected] instrumental, “New Joe Clark,” that Tom and Craig CLASS AMBASSADOR: Culberson wrote in 1980. The song morphs into the Dick Bealmear - [email protected] JIM LAEMMLE was recently named controller for more traditional “Old Joe Clark.” More info on the the Volunteers of America for Kentucky. He and his Acousticatz is available at www.acousticatz.com. LARRY MATTINGLY recently penned a novel, wife, Patricia, live in Louisville. 1976 Eva’s Son. Born in the “holler” of Union Star in STEPHEN R. SMITH is a senior advisor with the CLASS AMBASSADORS: Breckinridge County, Ky., Larry Mattingly enjoyed a Mike Hobbs - [email protected] happy but impoverished life with his many siblings U.S. Department of Health & Human Services (Health Resources and Services Administration). He Dan Linton and parents. After his father’s return from World War Paul Resch - [email protected] and his wife, Mary, live in Arlington, Va. II, Larry’s already stressed home life careened into a Ed Thompson - [email protected] Joe Wise - [email protected] nightmare after his mother, Eva, was unjustly sent to RODGER A. WOOCK, PH.D. is acting chief a mental hospital. Without warning, the Mattingly information officer and acting director of the Federal MARTIN “MARTY” MCDONALD is the son of children were ripped from their home and sent to live Communications Commission. He and his wife, Michael O. McDonald, Trinity Hall of Fame member in various foster homes and other institutions. Despite Sandra, live in Bethesda, Md. and a former Trinity faculty member from 1956 to a brief reunion, the story repeated itself, and Eva was 1969 1962. Marty’s brother, Mark, graduated from Trinity locked away for good in Central State Hospital. Larry in 1975. In November, Marty was re-elected a judge CLASS AMBASSADORS: found himself lodged in Louisville’s St. Thomas in Jefferson Circuit Court Division Six. He has Orphanage with two of his brothers, while the rest of Tim Fages - [email protected] served the community as a judge for nearly 15 years. the family was scattered in other institutions and the Alan Hennessey - [email protected] Marty was a former District Court judge before being Mark Plummer - [email protected] questionable care of relatives. It was during his years elected to the Circuit Court. He would like to thank Steve Resch - [email protected] all Trinity alumni for their continued support. at St. Thomas that Larry vowed he would grow up to Ron Zehnder - [email protected] be the kind of person his mother could be proud of — 1984 strong, fair and just. With his life heading toward what STEVE MERSHON was inducted into Bellarmine CLASS AMBASSADORS: could only be a dark future, fate intervened to place University’s Gallery of Distinguished Graduates at Sean McGuire - [email protected] Larry in Father Maloney’s Boys’ Haven in Louisville. its 2006 alumni awards dinner in September. Steve is Dan Oyler - [email protected] It was there that he found his way toward a life he a Jefferson County Circuit Court judge. He earned a Gene Stein - [email protected] promised himself would someday be possible. After a bachelor’s degree from Bellarmine. He attended law brief stint in the Navy as a young adult, Larry, his school at the University of Louisville. STUART B. BARTON was recently named presi- wife, Patti, and their newborn son returned to Boys’ dent of NASCON (National Association for Senior DR. JOHN WILHELMUS is chair of the Depart- Haven before beginning a successful career in con- Concerns), a nationwide senior advocacy and bene- ment of Pathology at St. Joseph Hospital in struction. It was during this time that Larry was again fit provider organization. With members in all 50 Lexington, Ky., and medical director of the hospital’s reunited with his mother. After three dear, brief visits, states and several foreign countries NASCON, has clinical laboratory. John’s daughter, Lindsay, recently grown tremendously since its inception in 2005. Eva died unexpectedly. Larry’s fate took another turn graduated from Lexington Catholic High School and Unlike the AARP, NASCON declares its positions as he entered the world of politics as director of pub- is currently a freshman at the Massachusetts Institute with the “Four Pillars of NASCON”: Tax Reform, lic works in Louisville Mayor Harvey Sloane’s of Technology. She achieved perfect scores on the Medicare Reform, Social Security Reform and “No administration. Facing a brewing scandal, Larry made ACT and SAT. Citizen Benefits for Illegal Aliens.” For more infor- the only choice he felt was available to him and blew mation, visit www.nascon.org or contact Stuart at the whistle — an act that ended his political career. 1972 888-7NASCON or [email protected]. The Mattingly family returned to Breckinridge County CLASS AMBASSADORS: where they built Mountain Laurel Lake Resort. Joe Buddell - [email protected] 1986 Mike Guetig - [email protected] Through it all Larry has always been Eva’s Son. The CLASS AMBASSADORS: Pete Hammer - [email protected] Jim Beckham - [email protected] book is available at Borders, Carmichael’s Bookstore Frank Poschinger - [email protected] David Elder - [email protected] and A Reader’s Corner in Louisville and at Destination Kurt Johnson - [email protected] Booksellers in New Albany, or by calling 888-263-9150. MIKE GIBSON has embarked on a new hobby — Joe Lauer - [email protected] collecting beer cans. He also collects Kentucky Derby Jeff Tompkins - [email protected] 1963 glasses and farms. Mike lives in LaGrange, Ky. Paul Vale - [email protected] CLASS AMBASSADOR: Lee Wiard - [email protected] Jack Hettinger - [email protected] 1973 CLASS AMBASSADORS: DAVID ELDER and his wife, Janet, are pleased to JOE GLIESSNER, executive director of New Kevin Mullin - [email protected] announce the birth of their third child, Lauren (7 pounds, 15 ounces), who was born Aug. 29, 2006. Directions Housing Corp. in Louisville, has been TOM BARITO has played in two bands that have Lauren joins siblings Evan, 4 (Trinity Class of 2020), selected as a NeighborWorks Fellow at Harvard released CDs the past year. One of the CDs was and Hayley, 2. David and his brother, Matt Elder ’87, University’s Kennedy School of Government. He is released by the band Breaking Out!, which com- own Redlee Construction and Development Co. He one of 49 people chosen to participate in Achieving prises Tom’s son, Adam, daughter, Laura, and a and his family live in Louisville. David can be Excellence, a training program sponsored by female singer. Ten of the 13 cuts are originals writ- reached at [email protected]. NeighborWorks America, a national nonprofit orga- ten by Adam or Tom. Adam’s originals are mainly nization that provides financial support, technical about the strife experienced as a junior/senior in high BRENDAN MULLANEY and his wife, Pam assistance and training for community-based revital- school. The band’s music video and more informa- Lubbers Mullaney (Sacred Heart, 1986), are pleased ization efforts. The 18-month program includes three tion about the band and CD are available at to announce the birth of their third child, Scarlett Jules, who was born Aug. 30, 2006. Scarlett’s big sis- formal sessions at Harvard. New Directions Housing www.tangenceband.com and www.myspace.com/ tangence. Breaking Out! cuts can be heard at ters, Natalie, a first-grader at Christian Academy of Corp., a member of NeighborWorks’ national net- www.cdbaby.com. (Tom’s challenge to all former Louisville, and Tea, 2, couldn’t be more excited with work of community development organizations, Trinity Latin students: Decipher the cryptic Latin their new sister. Brendan is the owner of The Seafood works to maintain affordable housing and to aid phrase at the tangenceband.com site. It contains very Connection in St. Matthews. Pam is the marketing homeless and low-income families in Louisville and important advice that we should pass along to our manager for the Kentucky Hospital Association. Southern Indiana. children.) Tom’s other band is the Acousticatz. This Brendan and his family live in Louisville. 7

1988 BRIAN MERKLEY was recently named the owner CHRIS KRIEG is currently an emergency medicine CLASS AMBASSADORS: and president of Merkley Kendrick Jewelers. Brian’s resident at Resurrection Medical Center in Chicago. Dave Arnold - [email protected] father, Bill Merkley, joined the family business more He earned his MD from the University of Louisville Barry Clements - [email protected] than 40 years ago under the guidance of his father, School of Medicine in 2004. In 1998, Chris and the David Travis - [email protected] Joseph Merkley. In late 1960, Joseph Merkley turned former Alicia Grimaldi were married. Chris and Eric Williams - [email protected] the daily operation of the business to the next gener- Alicia live in Elmwood Park, Ill. ation of Merkley sons and eventually transferred full 1994 ROBBY ROBINSON and his wife, Christie, are ownership of the business. The line continues with Brian. Brian earned a bachelor’s degree in 1995 at CLASS AMBASSADORS: pleased to announce the birth of their second child, Cory Bybee - [email protected] 1 Loyola University in New Orleans. He has worked Charlotte Fielding (7 pounds, 13 ounces, 20 ⁄2 in the family’s jewelry business for 11 years, and has Brent Coomes - [email protected] inches), who was born Oct. 2, 2006. Robby and his handled day-to-day operations as vice president Chad Hennessey - [email protected] family live in Louisville. since 2000. Merkley Kendrick Jewelers, located at Alex Lindle - [email protected] 138 Chenoweth Lane in St. Matthews, was founded Josh McGregor - [email protected] 1989 in 1832 and is the nation’s third oldest indepen- CLASS AMBASSADORS: dently-owned jewelry retailer. JEFF MCRAE and his wife Jaimie, are pleased to Chad Harned - [email protected] announce the birth of their first child, Josephine Pat Potter - [email protected] LEON A. SMITH and Margaret M. Ekins of Parker, who was born July 15, 2006. Jeff and his fam- Rich Tinsley - [email protected] Batesville, Ind., were married Sept. 30, 2006, in ily live in Louisville. Lexington, Ky. The couple have an 8-year-old son, 1995 JODY DEMLING and his wife, Angela, are pleased Tucker Rice. Leon is the assistant athletics director for men’s basketball at the University of Kentucky. CLASS AMBASSADORS: to announce the birth of their second child, Cassidy Rob De Lessio - rdelessio@firstcm.net Rae (7 pounds, 7 ounces), who was born Oct. 23, 1992 Brian Hemmerle - [email protected] 2006. Cassidy joins her big brother, Tanner, 8, in the CLASS AMBASSADORS: Jason Morgan - [email protected] Demling family. Jody is a sports reporter for The Joe Babey - [email protected] B.J. Ruckriegel - [email protected] Courier-Journal in Louisville. Ben Cecil - [email protected] Jeff Gorski - [email protected] CHRIS BAJ relocated to Seattle, Wash., in July. DEL LEACHMAN and his wife, Lesley, are Andrew Stosberg - [email protected] He is the regional sales manager for the Pacific pleased to announce the birth of their second child, Northwest for G.E. Capital. Max Robert, who was born May 22, 2006. Max EVERETT WORTHEN CURRIER III and his wife, 1996 was welcomed into the world by his big sister, Avery Caroline, of Avon, Ohio, are pleased to announce the Kate, 3. Del is a sales associate for Downtown Ford birth of their second daughter, Maureen Lucinda, who CLASS AMBASSADORS: was born July 3, 2006. Mary Lucy joins big sister, Allie Beck Beckman - [email protected] in Louisville and Lesley is a marketing manager for Shawn Brace - [email protected] Bank of America. Beth, 3. Everett is employed by Key Bank in Cleveland, Ohio, where he is a director in the Syndicated Finance Matt Gamertsfelder - [email protected] Division. He and his family live in Avon, Ohio. Matt Janes - [email protected] 1990 Sean Miranda - [email protected] CLASS AMBASSADORS: MICKEY DEMICHELE recently returned from a Chad Dierken - [email protected] one-year tour of duty in Iraq, where he was awarded JEREMY JARVI and Jennifer Herndon were mar- ried June 10, 2006. The couple live in Louisville. Jesse Ryan - [email protected] a Bronze Star for leadership in combat while serving Capt. Kevin M. Sullivan - [email protected] as platoon sergeant for Alpha Company 8-229th EDWARD SUPER earned bachelor’s degrees in Travis Wagoner - [email protected] Aviation Regiment. Mickey graduated from law economics and human resources from Xavier school in December, and is currently completing an JEFF BECKER and his wife, Deanna, are pleased University in Cincinnati in 2000. In 2003 he gradu- externship with the Commonwealth’s Attorney’s ated from the Salmon P. Chase College of Law. After to announce the birth of their second child, Addison Office in Louisville. Mickey recently accepted an 3 passing the Ohio bar exam, he practiced law for Marie (7 pounds, 14 ounces, 19 ⁄4 inches), who was offer to publish his article “Unilateral-Modification about a year and then enlisted in the Army. He is cur- born Sept. 14, 2006. Addison joins her big sister, Provisions in Employment Arbitration Agreements,” rently an Airborne Cavalry Scout with the 3-73 CAV Katelyn, in the Becker household. Jeff is a teacher at with co-author Richard Bales, in the 24th volume of with the 82nd Airborne at Fort Bragg, N.C. Trinity High School. the Hofstra Labor & Employment Law Journal.The publication is widely regarded as one of the premier 1998 CHRIS HAUNZ and the former Sharon Tumblin authorities in the fields of labor and employment law, CLASS AMBASSADORS: were married in November 2005. Chris recently pur- and is one of the preeminent specialty journals in the Andy Diebold - [email protected] U.S. Mickey and his wife, Kristin, live in Louisville. chased Public Safety Equipment Company, Inc. The Rob Haire - [email protected] Andy Hennessey - [email protected] company is the Kentucky Seagrave Fire Apparatus JEFF KOPP and his wife, Melissa, are pleased to dealer. Chris also sells equipment for the fire, EMS Jeremy Jarvi - [email protected] announce the birth of their first child, Ella Melissa, Ryan Pogue - [email protected] and police departments. He can be reached at (502) who was born in November 2005. The couple is 643-6724. expecting their second child, Claire Helene, in early ANDREW HENNESSEY and Laura Woodward of 2007. Melissa, a full-time mom, is a former teacher. Owensboro, Ky., have announced their engagement DR. DAVID M. WERLE is currently doing his Jeff graduated from the University of Texas in 1997, to be married. Laura is a graduate of Owensboro urology residency at Wake Forest University Baptist earned his CISSP certification in 2005 and currently Catholic High School and the University of Medical Center. He graduated third in his class at serves as managing consultant for IBM Global Kentucky, where she earned a master’s degree in Wake Forest University School of Medicine, was Services in Austin, Tex. Jeff and his family enjoy accounting in 2003. She is an internal auditor for elected into Alpha Omega Alpha (the national med- traveling and catching up with old friends. Jeff can Texas Roadhouse Restaurant at the company’s cor- ical honorary society) and was awarded the 2006 be reached at [email protected]. His Web site is porate office in Louisville. Andy is a graduate of the Surgical Merit Award. David, his wife of four years, located at www.jeffandmelissa.net. University of Louisville, where he earned a bache- Margaret Pike, and new-born daughter, Katie, live in 1993 lor’s degree in business in 2002. He is currently Winston-Salem, N.C. enrolled in the MBA program at U of L. Andy is also CLASS AMBASSADORS: an external auditor for PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP 1991 Scott Dillon - [email protected] in Louisville. The April 2007 wedding will be held in Greg Ehrhard - [email protected] Owensboro. CLASS AMBASSADORS: Matt Ehrhard - [email protected] Rob Beaven - [email protected] Cary McKiernan - [email protected] MARK WALLINGFORD and his wife, Beth Patrick Duerr - [email protected] Jeramie O’Bryan - Jeramie.Obryan@ajilonoffice.com (Sacred Heart, 1998), are pleased to announce the Wes Gies - [email protected] Bill Ralston - [email protected] (home), birth of their son, Owen Kennedy Wallingford, who Brian Sehlinger - [email protected] [email protected] (work) was born July 25, 2006. Mark and his family live in Todd Warren - [email protected] John Wallace Louisville. 8

1999 2002 2005 CLASS AMBASSADORS: CLASS AMBASSADORS: CLASS AMBASSADORS: Mike Arledge - [email protected] None at this time. Eric Gustafson - [email protected] Matt Barry - [email protected] Tyler Kmetz - [email protected] Pat Barry - [email protected] JOHN MICHAEL HAYDEN, a senior midfielder Tyler Martin - [email protected] Andy Neuner - [email protected] for the Indiana University men’s soccer team, was Jacob Raderer - [email protected] Brad Steller - [email protected] named to the All-Big Ten First Team. He also won the Sportsmanship Award for IU. JOE SWIDERSKI earned an MBA degree from the DARREN YEAGLE, a freshman forward for the University of Louisville in 2004 and married fellow 2003 Indiana University men’s soccer team, was named track and field athlete Trish Young. He is a private CLASS AMBASSADORS: Big Ten Co-Offensive Player of the Week in October banker for Key Bank and will earn his CFP in 2007. John Dean - [email protected] for his efforts against Kentucky and Michigan State. Joe and Trish live in Cleveland, Ohio. Alex Germano Against Michigan State on Sept. 24, Darren scored 2000 Ryan Miranda - [email protected] the game-tying goal in the 107th minute to give the Andrew Porter - [email protected] Hoosiers a 2-2 tie. On the first goal, he was pulled CLASS AMBASSADORS: down inside the box to earn a penalty kick that was Matt Bilewicz - [email protected] PHILLIP DISHON is a student at Murray State converted by another former Trinity player, senior Lee Handel - [email protected] University in Murray, Ky. He is the staff writer for Clayton Norris - [email protected] the “College Life” section of the Murray State News midfielder John Michael Hayden ’02. In addition, and the editorial cartoonist. Darren was named Big Ten Freshman of the Year MATT DAVID BROOKS earned a bachelor’s and was an All-Big Ten Second Team selection. degree from the University of Kentucky. He is cur- DONALD ALVEY SMITH and Emily Ann Storm rently working on a doctoral degree in pharmacy at are pleased to announce their engagement to be mar- 2006 Shenandoah University in Winchester, Va. ried. Don and Emily will both complete their bache- CLASS AMBASSADOR: lor’s degrees in engineering from Purdue University James Dawson - [email protected] ADAM WISEMAN, a graduate student at the in May. The wedding will take place in June 2007. University of Louisville Speed School of Engineer- ZACH REDMAN was named a member of the ing, not only helped Ford Motor Co.’s Kentucky ANDREW ZARICK had a strong senior season as Elmhurst College men’s soccer team as a midfielder. Truck Plant save money, he also was recognized for a defender for the Long Island University men’s his presentation of how it was done. Adam and the soccer team. In September he was selected to the At Trinity, Zach lettered three years in soccer. He student colleagues he worked with on a senior-level All-Tournament teams in the San Diego State Soccer was a member of Trinity’s district and regional Capstone Design project devised ways for the Classic and the Long Island University Soccer champion teams during his junior and senior years, automaker to increase the number of vehicles moved Classic. respectively. The Elmhurst Bluejays finished the each hour out of the body shop — saving Ford 2005 season with a 12-6-1 overall record. Elmhurst approximately $150,000 a year. Adam and his col- 2004 College is a charter member of the College leagues spent several weeks at Ford analyzing indus- CLASS AMBASSADOR: Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin (CCIW) and trial processes and identifying ways to improve Coleman Coffey - [email protected] competes at the Division III level. The men’s soccer workstation efficiency. They also ran computer mod- program, although only in its third season, has els to prove their concepts. Adam’s presentation of KERRY PAPPAS, a three-year starter for DePauw the project recently won the Institute of Industrial University’s football team, was recently named to become one of the league’s top teams. Founded in Engineers Region 4 Student Technical Paper the Second Team Pre-Season All-America Team by 1871, Elmhurst College is affiliated with the United Competition held at Western Michigan University in Don Hansen’s Football Gazette. He also received an Church of Christ. Located 16 miles west of down- Kalamazoo, Mich. The paper was co-authored with honorable mention from Consensus Draft Services. town Chicago, the college is in the residential suburb four other students. Kerry (6-2, 250) plays offensive guard for DePauw. of Elmhurst. 2OO6 REUNION SEASON 2OO7 CLASS REUNION SUCCESSFUL UPDATE Good times were had by the hundreds of Planning will soon begin for all 2007 class alumni who attended their class reunions this reunions. Classes celebrating reunions are past summer. For the 14th consecutive year, 1957, ’62, ’67, ’72, ’77, ’82, ’87, ’92, ’97 and every anniversary reunion has been held. 2002. Reunion committees will set dates and One hundred sixteen class reunions have finalize the details. Please phone Trinity’s been held since 1992, bringing classmates Office for School Advancement at (502) 893- together again to renew friendships and 7625 for more information or to get involved rekindle Rock Pride. Enjoyable and successful reunions were held for the Classes of 1961, in planning your reunion. ’66, ’71, ’76, ’81, ’86, ’91, ’96 and 2001. You will receive information about your Many thanks to the alumni who served on reunion via mail after the holidays. You can their reunion committees. also visit www.trinityrocks.com for information. 9

ALUMNI BOARD CHAIR’S MESSAGE By David Troutman ’85, Alumni Association Chair ach December the Trinity Alumni Greg Fischer ’76 Ð Greg is currently the CEO of Dant-Clayton Association recognizes the out- and is chairman of Iceberg Ventures. He is also a co-founder of standing achievements of some SerVend International and has been recognized as one of Inc. mag- of its exceptional family mem- azine’s Entrepreneurs of the Year. Greg serves on numerous boards bers by inducting them into the and foundations, including the Trinity Foundation Board. ETrinity Hall of Fame. I am proud to share with you the five newest members of the Mickey Kahlbin H’97 Ð Coach K touched thousands of players and Trinity Hall of Fame. A more detailed story students during his 26 years as a Trinity assistant football coach. He about the Hall of Fame Banquet will appear in the Spring 2007 served five different head coaches and coached in 10 state football issue of the Trinity Leader. championship games. Although his accomplishments as a football coach are impressive, Coach K will be best remembered for the Greg Brohm ’88 Ð Greg graduated second in his class at strong relationships he developed with his players. Trinity and was a member of the National Honor Society. Greg is a former member of the Trinity Alumni Board and Andy Murray ’85 Ð Andy Murray was a three-year starter on the also served as an assistant football coach. He is currently Trinity football team. He was the starting fullback on the 1983 employed by the University of Louisville as the director of state championship team his junior year and defensive captain and football operations. starting linebacker his senior year. Andy received a scholarship to play football at the University of Kentucky. In 1990 he was drafted Jim Dockter ’61 Ð Jim is the founder and chairman of the board by the Houston Oilers of the National Football League. of PBD, Inc. While at Trinity, Jim was a member of the golf team. He helped the Rocks win the school’s golf state championship in A special thanks to all of those who served on the Nomination and 1960 and served as team captain his senior year. Jim attended the Selection committees, led by David Elder ’86, Alumni Board chair- University of Kentucky, where he played golf and volleyball. He elect. These committees are comprised of faculty, Hall of Fame also served our country in Vietnam, where he was honored with members and Alumni, School and Foundation Board members. the U.S. Army Commendation Medal for meritorious service. Jim On behalf of our 12,000+ alumni, I would like to extend con- is a member of the Trinity Foundation Board and the creator of the gratulations to each of these men for being selected to join the Dockter Family Scholarship. Trinity High School Hall of Fame. Go Rocks! WHAT HAVE YOU BEEN DOING? We’d like to know what’s going on in your life. Let us know about births, engagements, marriages, new jobs, awards, promotions, hobbies or anything you’d like to share with your brother alumni. Submissions don’t have to be anything grand or special — just let them know you’re still alive.

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FISCHER ’76 GIVEN STEINY AWARD AT 1953 SOCIETY DINNER he 1953 Society Dinner turned out to be a special Corporation, built Marshall Stadium. evening, as a record number of more than 300 Additionally, he has played a major role in opening doors with friends and guests were on hand. potential key partners for the exploration of Trinity building new The school’s sixth Steiny Award was pre- tennis courts. sented to Trinity High School Foundation Board The evening also was highlighted by some moving testimony Tmember Greg Fischer ’76 shared by parents of two for his commitment to the seniors, Deby Nold (Chris school. The Steiny Award ’07) and Mark Welsh ’72 is given to an individual (Nick ’07). Both talked who exemplifies the true about their appreciation of spirit of Monsignor Alfred financial assistance being W. Steinhauser, Trinity’s received through scholar- first principal, through his ship gifts. Chris Weston or her outstanding support also expressed his thanks and service to Trinity High to those who helped make School. his Trinity education a real- Greg was instrumental ity. in helping create the The dinner, which was Mittelsten Scholarships held Sept. 20 during Pride with his family and the Greg Fischer ’76 (third from left) is presented the 2006 Steiny Award by Week, recognizes Trinity’s Class of ’76 Scholarship Charlie Leis H’01 (left), Tim Culver ’82 and Dr. Rob Mullen ’77 (right). generous donors who con- with several classmates. He also was quite generous with a sig- tribute $1,000 or more annually, as well as the creators of scholar- nificant in-kind contri-bution when his company, Dant-Clayton ships and the students who are recipients of those scholarships.

IN MEMORIAM Aaron C. Bates, Charles Peterson “Peter” Loehle ’73, Edwin Schalk Stuecker Jr. ’63, son of Robert W. Bates ’77; brother of John ’60 and Larry ’70 brother of Phillip J. Stuecker Sr. ’70; nephew of Patrick H. Bates ’83 Loehle; uncle of Kevin ’96 and uncle of Phillip J. Jr. ’95, Jason E. ’98 Benjamin ’02 Loehle and Brian S. ’01 Stuecker Jeffrey “Clay” Bond ’87, brother of Thomas Bond III ’85 Lillian Marten, Thomas “Tom” Thistleton, grandmother of Michael ’89 and father of Tom ’81, Bob ’83 and Joseph S. Cooper ’66 Robert ’95 De Lessio Mike ’85 Thistleton; uncle of Matt Thistleton ’88 Joseph J. Elder III ’57, Roy Franklin “Skip” McMahan, father of Joseph J. Elder IV ’82 father-in-law of the late Dennis Liebert ’60 Andrew Michael Wagner ’03, Chandler Florence, son of Michael E. Wagner Helena Metcalf, (assistant football coach) brother of Donovan Sims ’08 mother of Wayne Metcalf ’65 Douglas M. Gabriel ’74 (former Trinity faculty) Larry Collins Wagoner, uncle of Travis ’90, Mark ’92 and James Garrett, Charles Joseph Overberg Jr., John ’99 Wagoner father of Agyei Williams ’07 father of Chet Overberg ’82 Lorena Wearren, Gwynne Heather Groves, Michael Padon, mother of Wade Wearren H’94 daughter of Ernest H. Groves Jr. ’62 father of Michael Todd Padon ’92 (Trinity Foundation Board); grandmother of Andrew Wearren ’88 Dorothy Jean Walker Hennessey, Cecilia Riley Sheehan, mother of Alan ’69 and Don ’70 wife of the late Dr. Thomas M. Sheehan Margaret L. Wilhelmus, Hennessey; grandmother of Chad ’94, (former Trinity faculty) mother of Jim ’65, Dr. John L. ’69 Andrew ’98, Ryan ’98 and Alex ’02 and Gary J. ’77 Wilhelmus Hennessey 11

WALK REMINDS US THAT AIDS IS STILL HERE By Glenn Rutherford, The Record, Sept. 7, 2006 Note: Mike Brown is a 1988 Trinity alumnus. ike Brown wants people to know that the and mom always taught me to help others in need. That’s what I’m scourge of HIV/AIDS is still with us. trying to do.” Yes, there have been medical advances. And, The first AIDS walk in ’93 raised nearly $115,000, and in the yes, people with the disease are living much three-year period from 1999 to 2001, the event gathered more than longer than they did just a decade or so ago. $300,000 each year. But last year’s total revenue received was just MNevertheless, there are still people being ravaged by the illness. under $88,000, and now Brown is working to reverse the trend. There continue to be families torn asunder, When the event takes place at 2 p.m. financial savings destroyed, children forced Sept. 24 on the Belvedere, Brown said, to live with the poverty and sickness that far organizers plan to make it a more “family too often surrounds AIDS victims. friendly event.” That’s one reason Brown became coordi- “Buddy The Bat (mascot of the Louisville nator of this year’s 14th Annual AIDS Walk Bats baseball team) will be there, and we’ll on Sept. 24. And it’s why he hopes that have inflatables for the kids to play on, too,” parishes and youth groups all across the he said. “Dawne Gee and Heather French- Archdiocese of Louisville will get involved Henry will serve as special hosts for the in supporting the walk and raising money for event, along with Dr. Adewale Troutman of AIDS victims young and old. the Louisville Metro Health Department. Brown, a local real estate broker, serves “I’m hoping that Catholic churches will on the parish council at St. Edward Church. get involved this year,” Brown said. “At St. He worked in youth ministry at St. Ignatius, Edward, the school is going to have a ‘free St. Barnabas, St. Martha and St. Edward dress day’ in exchange for a contribution to from 1989 to 1998 and attended the initial the AIDS Walk. And we’re encouraging AIDS Walk in 1993 with a youth group from youth groups to form teams of walkers.” Mike Brown, a former youth minister and St. Barnabas. a member of the St. Edward parish council, The idea of the walk is to get individuals to He’s seen the emphasis and interest in is coordinator of this year’s AIDS Walk. pledge an amount to each walker; of course helping AIDS sufferers wane over the years, RECORD PHOTO BY GLENN RUTHERFORD individual contributions are accepted, too. and now he’s trying to re-invigorate the fund-raising effort. So far, Brown said, donations have totaled about $45,000. “In the past few years, the numbers (of AIDS Walk participants “We have 13 agencies that get funds from the AIDS Walk,” he and the amount of money raised) have really declined,” he said. explained, “and in the past couple of years there’s not been enough “Some people think the AIDS epidemic is over, and for others, money to give all of them funds. Some programs have not there’s still a stigma attached to the disease. They don’t want to received grants.” donate money to help people with AIDS.” Brown hopes this year’s event will reverse the trend. He knows And that kind of discrimination, that kind of hate, he said, goes in his heart that helping those afflicted with this disease is the right against the Gospel message of Jesus. thing to do. “It’s become something of a personal ministry for “We’re called to help people,” he explained. “My dad was really me,” he added. “I guarantee you this: If Jesus were here, he’d be big into working with the Society of St. Vincent de Paul, and he walking with us that Sunday.” FLAGET & BISHOP DAVID ALUMNI Pieces of your school’s past are on display at Trinity. The Flaget and Bishop David alumni associations rotate items – trophies, yearbooks, apparel, programs – in and out of a display case in Trinity’s Alumni Hall. Feel free to visit Trinity to see this tribute to your school. 12

ROCKS FALL IN SHILLELAGH CUP By John Kahl ’69, Trinity Shillelagh Cup Captain

1 1 n Sept. 18 alumni from Trinity and St. Xavier the prize by a score of 18 ⁄2-12 ⁄2. Trinity, however, leads the High Schools met under rainy and blustery skies Shillelagh Cup series 4-3. Although the Shillelagh Cup was lost, at Nevel Meade Golf Course for the seventh three matches continued play in a wind-driven rainstorm. Ricky annual battle for the Shillelagh Cup. It was an Burrice ’95, Joe Frederick ’88 and Brad Lehmann ’90 may have ugly day with intermittent rain showers and gotten wet, but they showed their spirit and desire for Trinity. Once Othunderstorms predicted for the afternoon. you have it, you never lose it. Trinity had possession of the Cup from the pre- It was nice to renew old friendships, make vious year and was determined to retain it. new ones and continue to play for the love of As the first matches assembled at the first the game — rain or shine. The one thing we can tee, the rain had diminished to a light drizzle. say that the American Ryder Cup team cannot Things were looking up for the Alumni Rocks say is: “We will get the Cup back next year.” as the rain lessened with each passing minute. Many thanks to the following people and However, the drizzle turned into a shower and companies for making this event possible: then a steady downpour. From Trinity: Chris Tompkins ’78 and David Undaunted by the weather, play moved forward. Troutman ’85; Chris’ wife, Lisa, and David’s wife, As quickly as it started, the rain ended, and most of the Shannon, for volunteering at the event; and Karem’s round was played under threatening but rain-free conditions. The Deli & Catering (Louie Karem ’83) for providing the food and course was in tremendous shape, setup fairly and played well. drink. From St. X: George Brutcher, Dan Hans, Chuck Unfortunately, it did not play well for the Rocks. Willenbrink and Billy Lewis. Also, St. X’s Pat Gerstle helped get As the players made their way to the clubhouse at the conclu- the Shillelagh Cup started five years ago. sion of their matches, the points for St. X continued increasing. In addition, thanks to Nevel Meade Head Pro Tom Rabbeth and Trinity simply could not sustain a run and gain momentum. The his staff, and Brown Waterhouse Kaiser for donating the Tigers led by a 10-point margin at the end of the four-ball matches, Shillelagh Cup trophy. with the two-ball matches still on the course. Mark your calendar now for the eighth annual Shillelagh Cup The outcome was soon final, and the Rocks lost possession of — Monday, Sept. 24, 2007. Moving? Let Trinity Know. New addresses should be sent to: Trinity High School, Office for School Advancement, 4011 Shelbyville Road, Louisville, KY 40207

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SALE OF RESERVOIR PAINTINGS TO BENEFIT GLOBAL AID GROUP By Martha Elson, The Courier-Journal, Sept. 13, 2006 Note: Tom Foerster is a 1967 Trinity alumnus.

rowing up on Belvar Avenue across Brownsboro round window encased in a diamond-shaped frame — and the area Road from the Crescent Hill Golf Course, Tom is secured and accented by a wrought iron fence. Wrought iron Foerster used to walk around the nearby fencing has been added in recent years to enhance security, but Louisville Water Co. reservoir with his dad and “it’s nothing that anyone would ever propose to build now,” brother. Foerster said. GFoerster, 57, has fond memories of his experiences, and the Foerster works from photographs he takes of the reservoir from reservoir is still one of his favorite places to go although he now lives in Riverwood off Blankenbaker Road. The view from the elevated walkway and the feeling of being there are phenomenal, he said. “It’s just very peaceful and pas- toral. It’s a Louisville landmark.” In October, Foerster — an advertising and marketing professional who also is an artist — began work on a series of 15 paint- ings of the reservoir. They will be for sale tomorrow at the Water Tower on River Road, in part to ben- efit Water For People, an international non- profit organization affiliated with the American Water Works Association, of which the Louisville Water Co. is a member. Water For People helps bring clean water to needy people and improve sanitation and Tom Foerster, who grew up in Crescent Hill, has created paintings of the nearby Louisville Water hygiene around the world. Co. reservoir. The works will be sold to benefit Water for People, which helps bring water to needy Foerster told the company about his people across the world. PHOTO BY SAM UPSHAW JR., THE COURIER-JOURNAL paintings, and he and company officials came up with the idea for different angles, in different seasons and in different lighting. One the sale. Note cards also have been printed with Foerster’s images. painting shows two people strolling along the walkway, and “He’s a very talented guy,” water company President John another shows snow on the banks of a basin. Huber said yesterday. “We always want to show off the reservoir The idea of painting the reservoir took shape about 10 years ago and Reservoir Park ... all the great work our predecessors did.” when Foerster and his brother, Bruce, who lives in Houston, were Prices for the paintings will range from about $1,000 to $2,500, playing on the Crescent Hill Golf Course. His brother lent him a and 40 percent of the proceeds will go to Water For People. driver and let him keep it. In return, his brother asked him to paint Foerster, who owns and operates Foerster Marketing, said he a scene from their old neighborhood. has been too busy with his other activities to enter many shows or Foerster, who is a graduate of Trinity High School and the try to become a high-profile artist. But he said he has sold a few University of Kentucky, said he always liked to draw. After work- paintings and based the prices on what he considered to be com- ing in a field that dealt with graphic images, he decided to take parable artwork at galleries. classes at the Louisville Visual Art Association. He began painting He has been a member of the Plein Air Painters of Kentucky (for about 15 years ago. outdoor painters) and has won awards in Louisville Woman’s Club At his home, Foerster has a wall covered with his reservoir shows. His work also has been displayed at the Heine Brothers paintings, next to a wooden easel where he paints. His paintings Coffee shop in the Douglass Loop. show the reservoir area much as it has looked since it was built. The reservoir — where water is pumped and stored in basins “It’s built probably to last hundreds of years,” he said. before treatment — and some of its buildings date to the late 1800s. They are marked by intricate architectural details — such as a Reporter Martha Elson can be reached at (502) 582-7061. 14

BROHM ’89 HONORED BY U OF L ormer Trinity and Louisville to an 18-7 victory over University of Louisville Michigan State in the 1993 quarterback Jeff Brohm Liberty Bowl. ’89 had his No. 11 jer- After graduating from U of L in sey honored before the 1994 with a bachelor’s degree, FCincinnati-Louisville game Oct. 14. Brohm began a six-year career in Brohm starred at quarterback for the National Football League. He the Cardinals from 1990-93. played for the San Diego Chargers, Brohm was named the Kentucky San Francisco 49ers, Tampa Bay Athlete of the Year his senior year Buccaneers, Denver Broncos and at Trinity, Kentucky High School Cleveland Browns. Player of the Decade for the 1980s, In 2001, Brohm played in the the 1988 Kentucky Mr. Football and Xtreme Football League for the the 1994 Trinity Honor Alumnus. Orlando Rage and was named First- His No. 11 jersey was the first jersey Team XFL, owning the league’s retired in Trinity history. highest quarterback rating, 99.9. In addition, Brohm was one of the Unfortunately, his football dreams most prolific offensive players in were cut short due to a devastating U of L history. A three-year starter, shoulder injury. he ranks among U of L’s all-time The Louisville Fire arena2football leaders for passing yards (No. 5 Ð team came calling in 2002, naming 5,451), touchdown passes (No. 4 Ð Jeff Brohm ’89 has his U of L jersey retired at a ceremony on Oct. 14. Brohm their head coach. He coached 38), completions (No. 6 Ð 402), With him are his wife, Jennifer, son, Brady, and U of L Athletic Director the Fire for one season before join- Tom Jurich. PHOTO BY DAVE KLOTZ/ U OF L ATHLETICS total offense (No. 4 Ð 6,430 yards) ing Coach Bobby Petrino’s staff as and completion percentage (No. 5 Ð .562). quarterbacks coach at U of L. His brother Jeff ’88 is the director of Brohm was voted the Cardinals’ MVP in 1992 and ’93. He led football operations and brother Brian ’04 is the starting quarterback.

VARSITY EDGE ALUMNI IN CROSS-COUNTRY he Varsity Cross-Country Rocks took on Alumni and sophomores Dane Flinchum (seventh, 10:15.45), Gregory harriers in the 32nd Annual Alumni-Varsity Race Biddle (eighth, 10:16.59) and Brian Hancock (10th, 10:21.36). at E.P. “Tom” Sawyer on Aug. 10. The Varsity The Alumni were led by Trinity teacher and assistant cross- squad claimed victory for the second consecutive country coach Scott Holzknecht ’97, who finished first in the 5-K year, winning by a score of 28-31. Total times for race in 9:37.34. Other alumni finishing in the top 10 were Pat Daly Tthe race were 50:17.45 for the Varsity and 50:09.98 for the ’05 (third, 9:45.90) and Kenny Minogue ’06 (fourth, 9:50.68). Alumni. The Alumni lead the series 19-13. “The Varsity-Alumni Race is such a great Trinity tradition,” The Varsity placed seven runners in the top 10 — seniors head cross-country coach Chad Waggoner said. “I’d like to thank Thomas Noel (second, 9:45.07), Ethan Short (fifth, 9:53.06), all the alumni and cross-country parents and families who help Sean Darrow (sixth,10:07.28) and Brian Henn (ninth,10:20.33), make this event possible each year.”

VARSITY SHUT OUT ALUMNI IN SOCCER he Alumni Rocks fell to the 2006 Trinity Varsity “We (varsity) showed glimpses of excellence and dominance soccer team 4-0 at the 12th Annual Alumni- going forward” head soccer coach Gregory Moss-Brown said. Varsity Soccer Match on Aug. 12 at Trinity’s “We still have some holes in each third of the field that we will Marshall Stadium. have to cover.” More than 20 soccer alumni participated in the “It was so nice to see some of Trinity’s former and current Tgame. Thirty players from the varsity, JV and freshman teams superstars perform on the field,” he added. came out to watch or participate. More than 200 fans enjoyed a Many thanks to the Alumni and Varsity Soccer Rocks, the day of exciting soccer, fun and fellowship. Soccer Moms and all those who supported the match as fans. 15

CUSICK ’61 NAMED DIRECTOR OF GOVERNMENT ETHICS ongtime Louisville attorney Robert I. “Ric” Cusick ner at Wyatt Tarrant Combs, LLP in Louisville. Cusick is also a ’61 was confirmed by the United States Senate as the Trinity High School Foundation member. new director of the U.S. Office of Government Ethics. Kentucky Sen. Mitch McConnell (R) introduced Cusick to the He will serve a five-year term, which began last sum- Senate Ethics Committee as, “… precisely the right candidate for mer. President George W. Bush nominated Cusick for this position.” Lthe post. Louisville attorney and Trinity classmate Charlie Ricketts ’61 In his position Cusick will guide a staff of 80 attorneys and per- acted as Cusick’s “counsel” at the Senate hearing. Cusick and sonnel in rendering advice on matters of ethics to governmental Ricketts have been best friends since kindergarten. Ricketts is with agencies. Prior to taking his new position, Cusick had been a part- Ricketts & Platt, PLLC in St. Matthews.

NEW ALUMNI BOARD MEMBER ELECTED ongratulations to new Alumni In addition to these activities, the Alumni Board Board of Directors member Barry sponsors many activities for alumni to enjoy: Clements ’88. He was welcomed the Sandy Newman Memorial Golf Classic, the to the board at the Sept. 11 meet- Shamrock Bass Classic, the Shillelagh Cup, the ing of the Alumni Board. The Hall of Fame Banquet and class reunions. The CAlumni Board is the governing body of the Alumni Board also names a Trinity alumnus as Trinity Alumni Association. the Honor Alumnus each year at graduation. The Board also expresses its appreciation to Finally, one member of the Alumni Board is departing board member Matt Rickert ’83 for a member of the Trinity School Board’s Alumni his service to the Alumni Association. Relations Committee, ensuring good communi- Your Alumni Board supports the Trinity cation with the school’s governing body. student in many ways. The annual Shamrock As you can see, we are an active association Awards Dinner celebrates his academic accom- at Trinity. Barry Clements ’88 plishments. The Senior Breakfast is an event for These events don’t just happen; they require a our soon-to-be alumni to enjoy the fruits of their four Trinity years. collective effort from our alumni. As proud alumni we readily The Father Kevin Caster Annual Fund Appeal is a way for alumni devote our TIME, TALENT and TREASURE to the school we love. to give financial treasure/support for Trinity tuition assistance The Alumni Association and the Alumni Board of Directors are programs. Alumni help at the annual Open House by speaking to extensions of you at Trinity. Our newest board members will serve prospective students and parents about their Trinity experience. in this mission.

The complete list of Alumni Board members is as follows: Phil Kayrouz ’70 David Troutman ’85, Chair Alex Lindle ’94 David Elder ’86, Chair-Elect Pat Potter ’89 John Hollenbach ’79, Immediate Past-Chair David Rickert ’79 Brent Coomes ’94, Secretary Al Tomassetti ’68 Rob Beaven ’91 Barry Clements ’88 Ex-Officio Members: Coleman Coffey ’04 Dr. Rob Mullen ’77, President David Elder ’86 Joey Porter ’78, Vice President for School Advancement Mike Guetig ’72 Steven Tompkins ’81, Senior Development Officer Bill Hodapp ’82 Travis Wagoner ’90, Annual Fund & Alumni Relations Director Jack Horn ’80 Take Trinity’s Interactive Campus Tour! Visit www.trinityrocks.com and pay a virtual visit to Trinity’s campus. 16 ALUMNI PROFILEE

BORNTRAEGER ’04 RUNNING STRONG aul Borntraeger ’04 never ran cross- “One out of three women at UK will be country or track at Trinity High raped, stalked or abused in some way,” Paul School. In fact, before he started said. “I wanted to do something about that.” running competitively, he hadn’t Paul is a residence assistant (RA) at UK and, run in a race since grade school. thus, has frequent interaction with the young PThat changed in 2002 when he was 16 and a men and women in his dormitory. high school junior. He ran his first marathon on “As an RA, I have an opportunity to present the island of Bermuda to raise money for the the information I learn through SEEDS,” Paul American Diabetes Association, raising more said. “I can do that in a non-threatening and than $4,000. non-judgmental manner given my position.” Paul had been bit by the running bug. Paul believes that his participation in Snapping the tape at the finish line at a profes- SEEDS is a reinforcement of the values he sional marathon is his goal. Since running in learned at Trinity. Bermuda, Paul has competed in five Kentucky “We were taught to respect women,” Paul Derby Festival Mini-Marathons (13.1 miles), said. “As well, my dad (Bruce Borntraeger the Louisville Triple Crown of Running twice Paul Borntraeger ’04 ’69) died in 1990 when I was a little kid, so I and the Scheller’s Fitness & Cycling Sprint Duathlon. He runs five grew up protecting my mom (Lesa) and my sister (Laura, 21).” days each week. It was also at Trinity that Paul met Mr. Rick Renninger, a former In addition to running in the Louisville races in 2006, Paul ran computer teacher at the school. Renninger worked and trained in the Hatfield & McCoy Reunion Festival Marathon in West with Paul, and eventually ran the Louisville Triple Crown and Virginia in June and in the adidas Dublin Marathon in Dublin, Kentucky Derby Festival Mini-Marathon with him. Ireland, in October. For the Dublin Marathon, Paul spent five days “Mr. Renninger was a great teacher and runner,” Paul said. “I in Ireland. As a double major in history and secondary education learned a lot from him.” at the University of Kentucky, Paul could not resist the incredible Paul hopes to someday be a great teacher himself. After earning Irish historical sites. his bachelor’s degree, he intends to pursue his Master of Arts in Always wanting to make a difference in the lives of people Teaching degree, and possibly a doctoral degree. around him, Paul took on a new challenge this semester. He is “To make the big bucks in history, you have to have your Ph.D.” participating in the Students Educating and Empowering for Paul said. “And I’d like to also be able to give back to Trinity and Domestic Safety (SEEDS) training seminar in Lexington, Ky. The continue to raise money for charities through running.” program teaches participants about the ways in which women in Keeping his spirituality foremost in his life, Paul is always society are subject to violence and mistreatment. looking for ways to minister to the people God puts in his path.

You can reach Trinity’s Web site, designed and maintained by our students, at http://www.trinityrocks.com or e-mail us at: [email protected]. 17

5 ROCK COMPANIES MAKE ‘FAST 50’ LIST hamrocks alumni were prominent among this year’s No. 19 Ð C & K Sales and Service (Mickey Kamer ’85, co- Business First Fast 50 list. Their companies have earned owner) Ð C & K Sales and Service is a full-service forklift and aer- well-deserved recognition for being among the 50 ial work platform company offering new and used equipment, fastest-growing, for-profit, independent and privately rentals and parts as well as service. The company was founded in owned companies in Greater Louisville. 2001 and has 20 employees. SThe Fast 50 is a Business First newspaper project sponsored by Cotton + Allen CPAs and advisers National City Bank, Greenbaum No. 35 Ð ScanSteel (Tom Scanlan ’81, president) Ð ScanSteel is Doll & McDonald PLLC, Maker’s Mark and Anthem Blue Cross a distributor of steel, limestone and accessory building products to and Blue Shield. A luncheon honoring the sponsors of the publi- industrial and residential customers. The company was founded in cation and the companies was held Oct. 20 at the Kentucky 1985 and has 47 employees. International Convention Center. Cotton & Allen determined the Fast 50 companies based on No. 39 – Neace Lukens (Doug Stough ’80, partner; John confidential financial information submitted by companies listed. Neace, chairman, Trinity Foundation Board member) Ð Neace To qualify, companies had to have a three-year operating sales his- Lukens is a full-service brokerage and consulting firm providing tory and an average of $1 million in annual revenue for their three property and casualty insurance, employee benefits, third-party most recent fiscal years. Fast 50 companies also have to be based administration, risk management and surety bonds. Neace Lukens in Bullitt, Henry, Jefferson, Meade, Nelson, Oldham, Shelby, specializes in delivering individually tailored, cost-effective insur- Spencer or Trimble counties in Kentucky, or in Clark, Floyd, ance to personal and commercial clients. The company was Harrison or Washington counties in Indiana. founded in 1991 and has 336 employees. Neace Lukens is one of Trinity Family members and their company’s place in the list are two companies that have made the Fast 50 all seven years the list as follows: has been compiled.

No. 2 Ð MedVenture Technology Corp. (Kevin Bramer ’85, No. 50 Ð Sterling G. Thompson Co. (Steve Thompson, chair- president and CEO) Ð MedVenture Technology Corp. is a life- man and CEO, past Trinity parent and board member; R. Alex sciences company that provides medical-device product develop- Rankin, president, past Trinity parent and board member) Ð ment and manufacturing outsourcing services to medical-device Sterling G. Thompson Co. is a full-service independent insurance companies. The company was founded in 1988 and has 216 agency providing personal, commercial and specialty property casu- employees. alty insurance as well as life, health and retirement-plan services.

TRINITY ANNUAL REPORT CORRECTION We regret that errors were made in the Fall 2006 annual report issue of the Trinity Leader. We gratefully acknowledge our generous supporters.

HONOR AND MEMORIAL GIFTS ANNUAL FUND GIFT LEVELS – In Memory of Harold Roberts ’61 FRIENDS/FACULTY/STAFF Mr. Michael E. Guetig ’72 Trinity Shamrock Club Bro. Charles Cully, CFX In Memory of Mark Roberts Mr. and Mrs. Ed Roberts Mr. and Mrs. Wayne F. Rose

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YOUNG GRADS BUILDING AN EARLY LEGACY By Tim Culver ’82, Executive Director, Trinity High School Foundation, Inc.

he Class of 2001 wants to be groundbreakers and trendsetters for future young alumni to follow their Class Scholarships at Trinity High School example. Just a few years after leaving Trinity, while most Active of them were still deeply immersed in their college Class of ’73 Scholarship Fund studies, several 2001 classmates got together with the idea of Class of ’76 Scholarship Fund T David Patenaude Class of 1984 Memorial Scholarship becoming the youngest graduates to create a class scholarship. Josh Mullin ’01 spearheaded the effort after witnessing what his Class of ’85 Scholarship Fund dad, Kevin, and the Class of 1973 had done with developing a Developing need-based scholarship to provide financial aid. Class of ’57 Scholarship Fund “What the Class of ’73 is doing is benefiting Trinity greatly,” Class of ’59 Scholarship Fund Josh said. “They didn’t even start their scholarship until they had Class of ’61 Scholarship Fund been out of school nearly 30 years. If the Class of 2001 starts Charlie Bumba Class of ’68 Memorial Scholarship now, by the time we reach our 25- or 30-year reunion we could Class of ’72 Scholarship Fund be giving a huge gift to Trinity.” Class of ’77 Scholarship Fund Josh ran the idea by classmates Jimmy Irving, Aaron Silliman Class of ’78 Scholarship Fund and John Woock. All agreed it made sense to get classmates in Class of ’81 Scholarship Fund the habit of giving now so they could “build up” a scholarship Class of ’82 Scholarship Fund for the future. Class of ’95 Scholarship Fund They all recognize they’re not in a position to give significant Class of ’01 Scholarship Fund gifts right now, but their hope is to have enough money raised by their 15-year reunion in 2016 to officially award the first funds from the scholarship to a student. friendly competition to out-do the other classes with the total “We aren’t expecting miracle amounts, but getting people amount raised. For each of them it’s an opportunity to create a involved now, while Trinity is still fresh in their minds, is crucial legacy in the name of their class. to the success of the scholarship,” Josh said. “We’d like to believe the Class of 2001 could establish itself as “This really is a trendsetting event for a class this young,” said one of the most important classes in the history of Trinity by chal- Dr. Rob Mullen ’77, president of Trinity High School. “These lenging other young alumni to start something similar,” Josh said. guys are getting a head start on creating their class legacy, and it’s “In the end, it’s the student recipients who are the real winners.” a tremendous commitment they’re making at such a young age.” Fifteen Trinity classes have established scholarships, some of If you are interested in making a contribution to one of the existing which already are awarding money, and others which are in the class scholarships, or want to begin the process of creating a new one, developmental stages. For some of these classes, it has become a contact Tim Culver ’82 at (502) 736-2100 or [email protected].

HEINEMAN ’01 TO PLAY PRO FOOTBALL ormer Trinity football standout Will Heineman ’01, who played at Eastern Kentucky University, has signed with the Nashville Kats of the American Indoor Football League. Heineman has played for the Lexington Horsemen of the United Indoor Football league. Will Heineman ’01 F STATEMENT QUESTIONS? CALL SANDY! Confused about your latest Trinity statement? Not sure how much you owe on your Annual Fund pledge? Call Sandy Camerucci at Trinity’s Office for School Advancement at (502) 736-2156. Trinity salutes our 2006 football game sponsors. Please support these generous Friends of Trinity! Thank You!

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MASS SETS TONE FOR SCHOOL YEAR Year’s theme emphasizes family atmosphere. By Andrew Osting ’07, Editor in Chief, The ECHO

rinity celebrated its 53rd annual opening Mass on Aug. 25 in Steinhauser Gymnasium. “I thought that the Mass was very well-done and very well-presented,” English teacher Mr. John Kahl ’69 said. TSome members of the Class of 1957, the school’s first graduat- ing class, also attended the celebration and were introduced dur- ing the assembly. Senior Class President Brian Kaelin spoke to the student body, giving each class advice to help them through the year. At the end of the speech, he presented the year’s theme, “Friends to Family,” as well as the senior class poster. The poster includes a photo of a new campus sculpture of the Holy Trinity and four hands touch- ing the sculpture. Trinity Principal Dan Zoeller also spoke during the Mass. He asked students to remember the importance of being accountable for their actions. “After we graduate, we will come to know the true meaning of the poster and theme,” senior Cameron Renfro said. A new closing to the Mass was established as celebrant Father Dave Zettel ’58 led the seniors outside to the Holy Trinity sculp- ture located in front of the Alumni Hall rotunda. Seniors, led by the senior house captains, each touched the statue. The Class of ’57 members in attendance joined the seniors, and the rest of the community was invited to join in the demonstration of unity. “It was cool and unique to know that I was part of the first class Senior John Walker places his hand on the Holy Trinity sculpture created to touch the statue after Mass,” Renfro said. by Mr. Bob Lockhart. PHOTO BY NICK LAWSON ’07

HUGE CROWD ATTENDS OPEN HOUSE rinity’s Open House, held Sunday, Nov. 12, drew impressive facilities, campus beauty and the student-led tours. more than 1,300 visitors. It was another outstand- There were also compliments for Trinity alumni and the ing showcase of all that Trinity has to offer. Shamrock Moms. Both groups came out in large numbers to greet Many prospective students first visit Trinity as our guests and make them feel welcome. Trinity’s Open House shadow students. They spend a half-day attending continually receives high praise for its warm, welcoming and per- Tclasses and touring the campus. These same students often return sonal atmosphere. with their families for Open House. The pace of scheduling “I ran into several alumni touring with their sons who said they shadow visits was up from last year’s pace. wish they could come back and go to Trinity all over again,” said Open House is crucial to Trinity’s viability, and the Trinity com- Senior Development Officer Steven Tompkins ’81. “I even heard munity responded. The cafeteria was transformed from a dining a mother say she would love to have attended a school like Trinity. facility into a huge interactive display of the school’s growing I also think people clearly see that Trinity has a spiritual center and facilities, curricula and activities. Campus tours were also led by that it is the heart of all we do here.” student tour guides, who were especially effective at making visi- “Open House is a labor of love,” added Vice President for tors feel welcome and exemplifying what Trinity is all about. The School Advancement Joey Porter ’78. “It’s a testament to the fact most common compliments from visitors were for Trinity’s that something really good is happening at Trinity.” 21

TRINITY HONORED WITH PRESTIGIOUS AWARDS im Woods, director of the Learning Disabilities Catholic-school law expert, praised Trinity and its Traditional Association of Kentucky, phoned Trinity Tradi- Program, which focuses on students with learning differences. tional Department Chair Linda Whitworth on “It’s (the Traditional Program) been part of Trinity’s mission Nov. 9 to let her know that Trinity High School since the school opened in 1953,” said Heaverin, a teacher in the had been named a Beacon of Hope School of program. “We accept and include all learners.” Tthe Year for 2007 by the Learning Disabilities Association of “This is an incredible honor,” Whitworth added. “Our Tradi- America. tional students are amazing kids who work extremely hard. The school received the association’s “Making a Difference They’re a joy to be around and teach.” Award.” The award is presented to a school that works with stu- A senior in the program noted that “the teachers pay more atten- dents with different learning needs, yet does not have special edu- tion to your needs” and that the program helped him move up in cation as its mission. Schools awarded the “Making a Difference classes since his freshman year. Award” work separately with students with special needs and A freshman agreed: “It’s great. I like the pace of the classes and have shown a strong belief in the potential of all students, regard- the way our teachers test us to do our best.” less of their learning differences. “These organizations (the LDA and the Shaungessy family) rec- In addition, junior Austin Dahlem was named LDA’s Student ognize the superior job being done with students that enroll at of the Year. In recognition of being named Student of the Year, Trinity, even though they represent a wide range of academic Dahlem was presented with the “Celebration of Ability” Award, strengths and weaknesses,” Trinity President Dr. Rob Mullen ’77 which is presented to a middle or high school youth who has said. “They also recognize that Trinity accepts and serves this shown success as he/she works with his/her learning difference. wide range of students — not because a law requires us to, but “It’s great to receive acknowledgment for all the hard because we choose to.” work I’ve done,” Dahlem said. “I’m really happy.” Trinity is in her sixth decade of serving the broadest As well as being an outstanding student, Dahlem is possible range of students. a member of the cross-country and track teams, the “Over time, the school has gotten better at serving National Honor Society, Beta Club and Table Tennis this broad population,” Mullen said. “It’s affirming to and Men of Honor clubs. have these organizations recognize our work. Trinity students nominated for the award were “Obviously those who teach students in the Tradi- Dahlem, seniors Michael Romero and Seth Woods, tional level are on the front lines. They deserve our junior Bryan Shutt and sophomore Patrick Pool. salute. There are also office assistants, counselors, Several Trinity teachers also were notified that they deans, support staff, moderators, mentors, house had been nominated for LDA Teacher of the Year leaders and coaches who are significant Trinity “Excellence in Education” Award honors. Congratu- people to these students. lations to the following teachers who were nomi- “Those giving us these awards are incorrect in nated this year: David Case, Mike Chancellor ’75, saying that Trinity doesn’t have to serve these Debbie Heaverin, Sara Kamlay, Chuck Servino students. It’s true that federal laws do not require ’73, Lucia Simpson, Jennifer Solinger and us to serve students with identified learning dis- Linda Whitworth. abilities. It’s true that it is unusual for a Catholic The awards were presented Nov. 15 at the school to expend the energy to do so. Beacon of Hope Awards Ceremony held at the “I suggest to you that it is exactly because Executive West Hotel in Louisville. we are a Catholic school, we must strive to The “Making a Difference” Award is the serve the broadest possible range of stu- second great honor bestowed on Trinity this dents. This means regardless of neighbor- year. Earlier this year, Trinity was awarded the Trinity’s 2006 Edward M. hood, a family’s finances, race, ethnicity, Shaughnessy III “Serving All God’s 2006 Edward M. Shaughnessy III “Serving All Children” Inclusion Award. creed, and most importantly — the student’s God’s Children” Inclusion Award. The award academic standing — we must serve them. recognized Trinity for providing “quality Catholic education to all “As Cardinal Hickey once said, ‘We serve everyone not because young men who wish it regardless of learning needs: a model for they are Catholic, but because we are Catholic.’ ” the Archdiocese and the nation.” Congratulations to everyone involved in educating our At the award presentation, Sister Angela Shaughnessy, a Traditional students. 22

SCOUT MAKES MARK AT FALLS OF OHIO Plant guides on park trail replaced. By Harold J. Adams, The Courier-Journal, Aug. 20, 2006 Note: Jack Arbaugh is a sophomore at Trinity High School.

ikers along the Woodland Loop Trail at Falls of The wood posts were placed directly in the soil. The new steel the Ohio State Park will find a major improve- markers should be permanent, he said, because they are set in ment, thanks to the work this weekend of a New concrete filler. Albany Eagle Scout candidate. “We are so proud of him,” stepmother Laurie Arbaugh said. The 10 wooden posts that marked plant Her husband, William Arbaugh, said the trail project brought Hspecies along the path were replaced with stainless steel trail mark- his son’s Scouting career full circle. Jack’s first outing as a 6- ers made by Louisville sculptor David year-old Cub Scout was a trip to the Caudill at the request of 15-year-old Falls of the Ohio that included a hike Jack Arbaugh. on the Wooded Loop Trail, William Jack, a member of Boy Scout Troop Arbaugh said. 12 at Graceland Baptist Church in “He came here as a little Tiger Cub New Albany, took on the project as the and looked at all those plants” high- final public service requirement in his lighted by the trail markers, his father quest to earn Eagle Scout status. said. Each of the shiny, curved tubular Nine years later, Jack is proud of posts is a work of art that stands in sharp accomplishing something that he said contrast to the dull pylon it replaced would help him through the rest of his along the trail of the Clarksville park. life. “Usually being an Eagle Scout “They’re all different shapes and gives you some standing over everyone curves because the point of nature is else when you apply for a job,” he said. everything is different,” said the Trinity The achievement requires leadership High School sophomore. skills and a demonstrated commitment Jack also got construction compa- to responsibility. The service project nies to donate concrete, tools for dig- must be run by the Scout himself and ging postholes, a wheelbarrow and involve at least 100 hours of volunteer everything else needed for the job. work by the Scout and those he recruits Eagle Scout candidate Jack Arbaugh, 15, held one of And yesterday he coordinated the the new plant markers in place yesterday as his father, for help. contribution of sweat by fellow Scouts William Arbaugh, worked on its base on the Jack said he expects the trail mark- and Scout leaders as they got down and Woodland Loop Trail at Falls of the Ohio State Park. ers, which he called a relatively small PHOTO BY HAROLD ADAMS, THE COURIER-JOURNAL dirty to install the new markers, which thing, to be enjoyed by many people. he said are as much a practical improvement as an aesthetic upgrade. “A lot of people come through here,” he said. “They were made all of wood. They just rotted (and) they got carried away by floods” that often cover the trail, he said. Reporter Harold Adams can be reached at (812) 949-4028.

DR. Z ’63 AS POPULAR AT U OF L AS AT THS rinity teacher Dr. Tom Zehnder ’63 has Club at U of L’s Papa John’s Cardinal Stadium, where been nominated as a University of Louis- several teaching awards will be presented, including the ville “Faculty Favorite.” “Faculty Favorite.” The Delphi Center for Teaching and In one of Dr. Zehnder’s nominations, a U of L student Learning solicited nominations by stu- wrote: “Dr. Zehnder is one of the most amazing teachers Tdents for faculty members that “made a difference in I have ever had. He actually put what we learned into their growth and learning.” Dr. Zehnder is invited to real-life perspective!” attend a dinner on Jan. 25 at the Brown & Williamson Dr. Zehnder has been a teacher at Trinity since 1972. Dr. Tom Zehnder ’63 23

ARIMATHEA CHAPTER ESTABLISHED By Tony Head ’07, Staff Reporter, The ECHO

new organization at Trinity this year is the St. being put to rest here.” Joseph of Arimathea Society. This society’s name- Holzknecht and Zehnder showed surprise at the number of sake is the man who took Jesus’ body and placed students who showed up and expressed interest in the society. him in the tomb. Members of the society perform Regarding the number of students, Zehnder said, “I expected maybe similar acts in the modern day by attending and six guys to show up.” Ahelping with the burial of the poor and Despite these expectations, the roster indigent of our society at River Valley now has around 30 members who will Cemetery in Louisville, oftentimes take rotations attending funerals. with no family or friends in attendance. At the first funeral, which Zehnder “We come into the world being described as “appropriately gloomy” held, and we should leave the world due to overcast skies and a constant being held, too,” said Trinity teacher downpour, the students got a feel for Scott Holzknecht ’97, moderator of the unfamiliar. the society. After the half-hour drive to the ceme- This sentiment was reflected as a tery, the students arrived to find an old central idea of the society by both Dr. minivan that had been converted to a Tom Zehnder ’63, another moderator, hearse. The casket, made of relatively and Ben Kresse, a teacher from St. cheap pressed wood, was already out and Xavier High School who brought the under a pavilion. Everyone attending St. Joseph of Arimathea Society to gathered for several scripture readings Louisville. as well as a few words from Zehnder. River Valley Cemetery is a five-acre At this point the students would nor- spot of land tucked away in southern mally carry the casket to the burial plot, Louisville where the tombstones are but due to the muddy conditions, they small, low-cost substitutes for the type carried it to the asphalt near the plot. of markers seen in most cemeteries. A Senior Sean Sullivan, one of the Louisville Gas and Electric plant sits students attending, said, “Considering nearby, emitting a constant flow of smoke that is visible in the I’ve never buried someone before, it was pretty powerful.” backdrop. During a recent burial, the overall feel of the cemetery Zehnder felt that the funeral was a good experience for the led Zehnder to say, “It’s nothing fancy. It’s not Winston Churchill students, saying, “I think they got a lot out of it.”

NEW SCHOOL, FOUNDATION BOARD MEMBERS NAMED he Trinity High School Board and Trinity High The new Foundation Board members are: School Foundation Board have appointed new Marla Barr Ð Senior Vice President, Morgan Stanley members to their ranks. The School Board is the Rob Brehl Ð Chief Accounting Officer, Ventas, Inc. governing body that controls the operation of Paul Levitch Ð President, Levitch Associates, LLC Trinity High School. The Foundation Board con- Phil McCauley Ð Senior Vice President (Wealth Management), Ttrols the school’s assets. Citigroup Smith Barney The new School Board members are: Tim McGurk Ð Manager of Community & Media Relations, Mary “Claire” Alagia Ð Owner, Bittners The Kroger Company, Mid-South Division Paul E. DeZarn Ð Principal, St. Raphael School Chuck Schnatter Ð Chief Development Officer/ Kathryn M. “Kathy” Mershon H’92 – Owner, Senior Vice President, Papa John’s International, Inc. The Mershon Company Dave Stumler Ð Corporate Controller, The Genlyte Group, Inc. Bob Pfaadt ’59 – Professor, Bellarmine University Bob Zimlich ’77 – Vice President for Finance & Administration, Ed Schoenbaechler ’69 – Attorney, Hall, Render, Killian, Bellarmine University Heath & Lyman, PC 24

TRINITY WEB SITE RECOGNIZED rinity’s Web site (www.trinityrocks.com) was “My instructions were to look at a Web site entitled ‘Building a cited as “Building a Better Web Site” suggested Better Web Site,’” Henning said. “The site suggests comparing the Internet site. Web site of your school to what the Web site says makes a good Trinity Activities Director Joe Henning H’06, school Web site and gives links to several school sites as models while taking an online course about public rela- to follow. It was nice to find Trinity High School in Louisville, Ttions in schools through the University of Dayton, found the ref- Ky., mentioned as a site to visit with a link to our Web site.” erence while doing an assignment. “This is high praise from a national source,” said Joey Porter ’78, Trinity vice president for school advancement. “We were the first school in Louisville to launch a Web site, and we have con- tinued to adapt and grow.” “Besides the IT work that takes place here every day under Michael Price’s ’66 (director of information technology) direc- tion,” Porter added, “we are indebted to our great friends at Power Creative (David Power ’89) for their guidance and creativity. When it came time to reorganize our Web site’s deep content, David’s team volunteered to help and worked extremely hard to make us look great. Today, the Web site is a model for others.” The link to the site is http://www.electronic-school.com/2001/ 09/0901betterwebsite.html. Trinity is listed in the third red- labeled section.

ACADEMIC ACCOMPLISHMENTS LAUDED By Ed Wunderlin ’07, Staff Reporter, The ECHO

ith all the attention this week on our sports director at WDRB-Fox 41 TV. football Rocks, it is only fitting that “You become great by learning to be great,” Montgomery said. we start the week with academic “There are three keys to achieving your goals: envisioning, being “ recognition.” positive and taking risks.” With these words, Alumni Board Montgomery has also run several leadership seminars for the of DirectorsW Chair David Troutman ’85 kicked off the annual House System at Trinity. Shamrock Awards Dinner. The ceremony, held at the Grand Ball- “I think it’s very impressive to walk into that huge ballroom room of the Galt House East, honored 291 students. The event also and see all the honorees,” Dean of Studies Marty Minogue ’69 kicks off Pride Week, when Trinity and rival St. Xavier High School said. “It’s important to recognize students for their academic face each other in several athletic contests. accomplishments.” After Chaplain David Zettel ’58 delivered “It took a lot of hard work and a lot of late the invocation, honorees and their families nights, but it was worth it,” said senior Chris dined on a meal catered by the Galt House. Nold, a National Merit Semifinalist and three- Students received a Shamrock Award for time Shamrock Award recipient. placing on the Honor Roll all four quarters of Travis Wagoner ’90, annual fund and the 2005-06 school year. Also honored were alumni relations director, with the help of inductees to the St. John Vianney Chapter of Dean of Studies Mary Ann Hall, coordinated the National Honor Society and the National the event, which was sponsored by the Trinity Beta Club, as well as Steinhauser Scholars and Alumni Association. National Merit Semifinalists. Trinity President Dr. Rob Mullen ’77 also New this year was the number of freshman addressed the honorees. “This is one of the Steinhauser Award winners, which was most important events we do during the increased to 20. school year,” he said. “Monsignor Stein- The keynote speaker at the dinner was Trin- hauser (Trinity founder) would be so proud of ity honorary alumnus Gary Montgomery H’05, Keynote speaker Gary Montgomery H’05. you recipients.” 25

JENNE ’07 NAMED HIGH SCHOOL HEISMAN NOMINEE rinity senior Mark Jenne has been hon- Civic Involvement: Volunteer for YMCA working with ored with a nomination for the presti- children’s programming; Dare to Care. gious Wendy’s High School Heis-man Sports: Soccer Award. The program, awarded in con- Awards: Steinhauser Scholarship, All-State Academic junction with the collegiate Heisman Team (soccer), Kentucky Governor’s Scholar TTrophy, celebrates the achievements of the nation’s top Activities: Beta Club, National Honor Society, Fellow- high school seniors both in and out of the classroom. ship of Christian Athletes, Engineering Club, Governor’s Trinity Principal Dan Zoeller nominated this promising Cup, Axiom Staff, Ski Club, Math League. leader for his academic aptitude, athletic talent and excep- Mark Jenne ’07 “These students are the future community leaders,” tional commitment to his school and community. said Archie Griffin, the only two-time winner of the prestigious Jenne was nominated for this award based on the following Heisman Memorial Trophy and Wendy’s High School Heisman accomplishments: program spokesperson. “It gives me great pride to see young peo- GPA: 4.0 and ranked No. 1 in his class. ple strive for excellence on and off the field.”

A CULTURAL IMMERSION FOR ROCKS By Will Medley ’07, Staff Reporter, The ECHO

rinity teacher John Cathedral and medieval Rotenburg. Youngblood took five “The art blended with the buildings Trinity students on a trip nicely,” Scudder said. “There were enor- through Germany that mous statues of saints as well as ancient they will not forget. Last gates surrounding the modern architecture. Tsummer Youngblood and his students There was even a 900-year-old ancestral visited the German cities of Berlin, house still displaying its coat of arms in the Dresden and Munich. middle of modern Rotenburg.” “It was a cultural immersion, some- “I wanted to return to Germany but thing new,” senior Charles Scudder said. also to see the students’ reactions to the The group trekked through Germany, country,” Youngblood said. visiting different cities and taking in the In addition to experiencing many of culture. Germany’s top tourist sites, the students “My favorite part was the history and came across differences in culture. A architecture,” senior Brian Buetow said. surprised Scudder remarked, “I went to The students enjoyed seeing the mod- Germany expecting to practice my ern architecture and historical landmarks German, but the Germans wanted to such as the Munich beer hall, Cologne Munich, Germany practice their English.”

TRINITY STUDENTS, TEACHERS CAUGHT J-WALKING his school year, five Trinity students have decided or at Trinity. According to Mr. Holzknecht, the group spends time to learn more about human struggles in their with DaySpring residents in an effort to “build relationships, love own backyard and explore more fully their own better and see the world through new perspectives.” spirituality. When meeting at school, the group shares their experiences and The five have joined in an 11-member “J- discuss readings. Currently they are reading No Room at the Table TWalking” group led by religion teacher Scott Holzknecht ’97. by Rev. Donald Dunson about the plight of vulnerable children Together with six Presentation Academy students, the group has par- worldwide. They also spend time praying together and exploring ticipated in an overnight retreat and several meetings, all aimed at ways to develop and challenge their own spiritual practices. raising student awareness about the reality of their own community. In addition to Mr. Holzknecht, the following students are The J-Walking group meets each Wednesday, either at involved: seniors Tyler Hobbs, Evan Rhea and Sean Sullivan and DaySpring, a residential center for adults with mental disabilities, juniors Jamie Harris and Ben Taylor. 26

5 SERVE ON BOARD By Tony Head ’07, Staff Reporter, The ECHO

ive Trinity students have been chosen to serve on the “That’s a really important value.” Archdiocese of Louisville Youth Advisory Board. The students enjoy taking on the responsibility. “I love it They are: seniors Josh Connell, Nick Flood, Will because it gives me an opportunity not only to see what my fellow Paradis and Sean Sullivan and junior Tyler Sarkis. youth think in comparison to my own beliefs,” Flood said, “but The Youth Advisory Board was formed in 1998 to also to become more active in my community as a youth leader.” Fgive the Catholic youth of the community a voice to guide the pro- The board has been active in the community, organizing a group grams that affect them. It is designed so that rather than having to go to Mississippi last spring break for hurricane relief and to raise adults make decisions for the young people of the community, the awareness for the problems that still exist in that region. Currently, youth themselves are directly involved. Carole Goodwin, director they are planning “Quest,” an all-day spiritual retreat for youth. of youth ministry for the Archdiocese of Louisville, said, “The The Youth Advisory Board isn’t all about work, though. “It’s a young people who serve on it provide a voice for young people.” lot of fun,” Connell said. “We do a lot of stuff for the youth One thing the board emphasizes is making sure the group is around town.” diverse. Half of the 36-member group are from Catholic high Meetings often are spent in discussion about local current events schools and half are from public high schools. Goodwin makes as well as events around the world. sure there are representatives from as many ethnicities as possible, “It’s a great way for me to get creative and active with some of along with students from rural and city areas. my friends,” Paradis said. “Plus it allows me to have some influ- “We try to represent diversity as best we can,” Goodwin said. ence over my local religious community.”

Josh Connell ’07 Nick Flood ’07 Will Paradis ’07 Tyler Sarkis ’08 Sean Sullivan ’07

VALE ’86 TO DEBATE CONSTITUTION

rinity history teacher Paul Vale ’86 Establishment of Liberty in the Constitution.” The collo- has earned an all-expense-paid trip to quium is comprised of a discussion leader and 14 other New Mexico in February to debate the conferees from various disciplines and professions Constitution. related to teaching American history. Vale is one of the 14 Vale was selected to participate in the conferees from around the country chosen to participate. TLiberty Fund colloquium entitled “Institutions and How was he selected? According to Vale, some “talent Liberty: Federalism, the Separation of Powers, and the scouts” saw him at a recent local history debate.

Paul Vale ’86 GO ROCKS! 27

FREE-FALLING FACULTY ADVENTURE By David Hall ’07, Staff Reporter, The ECHO

s Tom Petty sang, “And I’m free, free falling; yeah, I’m free, free falling,” such was the experience of five Trinity faculty members who went skydiving this past summer. Boomer Ayers ’97, Michael ABudniak, Jason Daniel and Paul Vale ’86 all participated in the event. The static-line jump that they performed was at an ele- vation of approximately 3,700 feet. “We had to jump on our own, with no instructor attached to us,” Budniak said. On a different occasion, Trinity faculty member Sharon Bohannon jumped out of a plane two miles in the air. On her “flight,” she was strapped to a professional instructor and was recorded by a falling photographer in front of her. Her main motivation, she said, was the fact that her daughter, Christy, was jumping with her. Though not afraid of heights, she said the moment she leapt from the plane was the scariest thing she’s ever done. “You’re free falling for 30 seconds with tons of air pressure pushing back against you,” Bohannon said. When asked what thoughts were going through their Trinity teacher Sharon Bohannon, right, with her daughter, Christy. heads, Budniak’s and Bohannon’s reactions were similar. “It was the most exhilarating and frightening thing you can do When asked if he would ever skydive again, Budniak said, “In in your existence,” Budniak said. “While you’re falling, you want a heartbeat! In fact, I’m hoping to do this at least once a summer to grab onto something and wet your pants at the same time. I was if any alumni are interested.” thinking, ‘What have I just done?’ ” Bohannon, on the other hand, was more reluctant. “Once is In Bohannon’s opinion, the idea of a 30-second free fall is the enough for me,” she said. scariest she could ever imagine. Budniak also cautioned that you have to be 18 years of age to “You start to panic about grabbing the line for your parachute,” jump. she said, “but once the chute opens, the experience is incredible. “When you turn 18, nothing is like jumping out of a plane,” he The view is absolutely amazing.” said. “It’s an experience you will never forget!”

ROCK TEACHERS HONORED IN WHO’S WHO The following Trinity teachers were honored in its 2005-06 edition of Who’s Who Among America’s Teachers: Michael Budniak, Missy Clay, Jason Daniel, Paul Diehl, John Ellington ’76, Jeanna Gonzales, Scott Holzknecht ’97, Bernie Schum, Joe Thompson ’63 and Chad Waggoner. Congratulations to these teachers who were nominated by students or members of the community. 28

COOL SENIOR ASSISTS WOMAN By Joe Coe ’07, Staff Reporter, The ECHO

rinity senior Alex Bracksieck is a typical her mentally.” Shamrock. He is 17, plays lacrosse and The soon-to-be mother started slipping in and out of his older brother went to Trinity. He bal- consciousness, while Bracksieck was doing all that he ances school and an outside job, just as could to keep her conscious, an extremely difficult task. many students do. Shortly thereafter, EMS arrived and took her to the hos- TOn Sept. 11, 2006, Bracksieck did something that wasn’t pital. When asked how it felt to be of help, Bracksieck so typical. said, “It felt really good to have the EMS guys tell me that The place where he works started to really get busy at they were proud of me and that I did an awesome job at around 6 in the evening. Bracksieck was going about his Alex Bracksieck ’07 staying calm and keeping my cool.” usual duties when he heard a loud crash in one of the aisles. Bracksieck later learned that the umbilical cord was wrapped “I figured somebody had just bumped into a table and knocked around the infant in an awkward way when she was born. If the some stuff over,” Bracksieck said. “But when I went over to the baby had tried to come out in the store, it most likely would have aisle and saw someone sitting on the floor, I was taken aback.” been strangled. Had it not been for the calming influence of A young woman who had been in the store had gone into labor. Bracksieck, the woman might have tried to force the baby out “It looked like she urinated all over the place,” he said. “Turns right then and there. The couple made it to the hospital just in time out, her water had broken.” for the baby to be delivered. The woman’s husband ran outside to the couple’s car to retrieve Bracksieck said he got very little sleep that night. “It all hap- a booklet on what to do in that situation. Bracksieck remained pened so fast,” he said. calm and asked someone to call 911. The baby was born perfectly healthy. It was a girl, whom the Being in Trinity health and PE teacher Joe Bryant’s first aid couple named Alexandra in honor of Bracksieck. class, Bracksieck said, “I knew I couldn’t do anything but help 29

ADVISING GROUPS ADDED TO SCHEDULE By Conor Revell ’07, Senior Staff Reporter, The ECHO

he Trinity House system has undergone some upperclassmen. The more time freshmen get to spend with them, the changes this school year with the addition of better. I also think this can help us understand one another better.” advising sessions for all students on Tuesdays “My hope is that with a little time students will start seeing some and Thursdays. real benefits to advising groups in terms of new friends, new ways Students from the same house in mixed-grade of looking at things and a new sense of feeling connected to their Tgroups of about 20 meet with a faculty member for 20 minutes on House and to Trinity,” Henning added. advising days. Henning, Browning and Zoeller all looked at a number of stud- “The advising system is set up to help students meet other stu- ies related to advising groups. dents in their House,” Director of Activities Joe Henning H’06 “Educational literature today is full of articles about the impor- said. “It isn’t often that house members from all four grades do tance of small learning communities,” Zoeller said. “Now it’s up to things together in small groups. I hope advising groups help with students and staff to embrace the opportunities. Watch them soar.” this. During the sessions, students will take part in a wide variety The student body had a say about advising sessions through the of discussions.” house representatives and captains, and they all liked the idea as Much research took place for the advising classes to come together. they saw it planned. Assistant Director of Activities Jennifer Browning H’06 and “Like anything new,” Henning said, “I know that there will be Henning took trips to Archbishop Moeller High School in some resistance and a lot of questions in the beginning, mostly with Cincinnati, Ohio, to learn how schools similar to Trinity utilize the change in schedule. But at the same time, we spoke with quite advising groups. They also took time to look at the advising sys- a few students about the idea last year. In fact, house reps helped us tem at John Paul II High School in Nashville, Tenn. to work through some of the most difficult aspects of the schedule “Our advising groups have some of the same goals as John Paul change and what we should be doing in the advising groups.” II and Moeller,” Henning said, “but we created them to fit our Henning looks for advising groups to make a positive impact. house system and our needs. We didn’t just copy the same things “A lot of people have put a tremendous amount of work into cre- other schools are doing.” ating everything that is part of the groups,” he said. “Much about The advising system could have a great impact on the Trinity com- the advising system is designed to grow both advisers and students munity. Principal Dan Zoeller said, “I really believe in our staff and as well as bring new ideas and suggestions to the table.”

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LIGHTNING CUTS TRINITY-ST. X GAME SHORT BUT ROCKS PREVAIL By Conor Revell ’07, Senior Staff Reporter, The ECHO

other Nature would not cooperate for the 63rd of continuous lightning. Trinity was declared the winner. The offi- match-up between St. Xavier and Trinity. The ciating crew thought there would be a two-hour window to resume annual rivalry had a fiery start on Sept. 22 at play, but the storms kept on, and the game was ended. Papa John’s Cardinal Stadium. The Rocks struck first with a 60-yard touchdown run by sopho- The game was stopped with Trinity leading more running back Tim Phillips. M10-0 with 1:16 left in the first quarter and never resumed because “It was a good run,” Phillips said. “My offensive line deserves all the credit for that run.” On the next drive, the Rocks’ defense stopped the Tigers with an interception by junior Wes Weitlauf, set- ting up a 24-yard field goal by senior Ryan Tydlacka. On what ended up being the last play of the game, St. X fumbled on their 40-yard line with 1:16 left in the first quarter. The fumble was recovered by Trinity senior Brian Hart. Trinity senior quarterback Nick Petrino anchored an offense that gained 84 yards of total offense in just under four minutes. St. X, meanwhile, gained only 65 yards of total offense in 7:04. Trinity picked up 71 yards rushing and 13 yards passing to St. X’s 57 yards rushing and eight yards passing. This was the first time in the history of the Trinity- Trinity’s game captains (left to right) Eric Brady ’07, Mike Flechler ’07, Dane Spoelker St. X rivalry that a game was not completed. The Rocks ’07 and Nick Petrino ’07 headed out for the coin toss. PHOTO BY MATT HERP ’07 improved their record against the Tigers to 29-32-2.

LAMPLEY H’92 JOINS A.D. HALL OF FAME By Tim Williamson ’07, Staff Reporter, The ECHO rinity Athletic Director Dennis Lampley Football Coach in Kentucky over the last 35 years. He H’92 was one of 15 individuals inducted was the Kentucky Coach of the Year in 1985-86, 1990- into the Metro Area Athletic Directors’ Hall 91 and 1994-95, and was named National Coach of the of Fame on Oct. 15 at a dinner at the Holi- Year in 1990. day Inn downtown. This is in recognition He is the only coach to have beaten St. Xavier six Tof his successful career as a coach and director of athletics. straight years, and holds both the Trinity and Kentucky “This means a lot to me, my family and the Trinity record for consecutive wins with 50 (1988-91). He was community,” Lampley said. Lampley, who also teaches also inducted into the Kentucky High School Athletic health and PE, has been at Trinity for 35 years, including Dennis Lampley H’92 Association Hall of Fame in 2003. coaching football and track for 20 years and being the athletic “This place (Trinity) has been a home for me ever since I’ve director for eight years. been here,” Lampley said. “Once I got to Trinity, I stayed. This is Lampley, whose record in football at Trinity was 138-21, was a special place. The people here have helped me along the way. I the WHAS Best of the Best High School Coach in 1994-95 and enjoy every day at this school. I wouldn’t know what to do with the Courier-Journal’s pick for the Most Outstanding High School myself without it.” ALUMNI, YOU ARE NEEDED! Trinity has a speaker’s bureau, for which one speaker per month is needed. The speaker will address students about his professional career or field. If you’re interested, please contact Mr. Steve Ferman at Trinity at (502) 736-2106 or [email protected]. Take an hour out of your month to be part of the life of the school. Your expertise benefits our students. 31

Winter Sports Preview

BASKETBALL ing is the leadership of our team captains, seniors John Baldwin By Robert “Stats” Sampson ’05 and Jack Grigsby and junior Ben Mercke. Senior Daniel Rapp In just five seasons, head basketball coach Mike Szabo has led the returns as well.” Basketball Rocks into uncharted territory. He has won at least 16 Underclassmen are also expected to score for the team. Juniors games in each of his five seasons at the helm. Jaime da la Fuente and Timmy Neichter and sophomores Patrick Szabo looks to continue the winning ways in 2006-07. The Rocks Kemme and Rick Stewart are poised to have a strong season. are expected to rely on experienced youth and a balanced offense. Freshmen Madison Cox, John Kinney and Spencer Walsh should “I think the team is going to have a great deal of toughness,” have an immediate impact. Szabo said. “We’ll be very good defensively and tough on the The squad also returns junior diver Jacob Sims, who placed boards. Our team has hit the weight room hard in the off-season, eighth in last year’s Swimming and Diving Championships. and I think that will pay off for us defensively.” In addition, the team welcomes freshman diver Andrew Overall, the Rocks should have more depth than in any of Galvagni, a member of the Louisville-area Cardinal Diving Team, Szabo’s previous seasons at Trinity. who is touted as one of the top divers in Kentucky. Galvagni was “With our depth,” Szabo said, “I think we’re a team that is going one of two divers from Louisville to do well enough in the to improve as the season goes on and have a chance to do some- National Diving Championships at Mission Viejo, Calif., Aug. 7- thing special at the end of the season.” 13, that he earned a trip to China to train for five days in Shanghai Senior Tanner Jacobs will lead the Rocks in the paint. Jacobs and three days in Beijing at the Olympic Training Center with nearly averaged a double-double last season with 9.7 points and members of the 2008 Chinese Olympic team and coaching staff. 9.7 rebounds per game. In addition, Jacobs was named an All- Galvagni placed sixth on the one-meter springboard and 10th on Seventh Region second team player last year. the three-meter board in the competition. Juniors Alex Kupper and Sam Robey also are expected to con- Kraus and head coach Mark Naber ’95 return for their sixth and tribute inside. Kupper can also shoot the three-pointer. fourth seasons, respectively. Rick Kraus ’87 will again serve as a Junior guards Matt Chambless and Matt Tierney will lead the part-time assistant. Key meets this season include the Louisville way on offense. Freshman Josh Sewell is expected to give the Diving Invitational at the University of Louisville on Jan. 13 and Rocks quality minutes, as will senior Brett Berry. Trinity’s “Rock the Block” Invitational Sprint Meet on Jan. 20 at “Guys like Tierney will do a nice job at the point,” Szabo said. the Mary T. Meagher Aquatic Center. “Chambless is going to have a good season at the two-guard spot. Swim like a Rock! Berry and Sewell will put in solid minutes at the three spot. Sewell also has some size, so we’ll put him at the post a little.” WRESTLING Trinity plays in the rugged Seventh Region. Among the The Rock Grapplers are looking to improve on their fifth-place toughest games of the year for the Rocks will be versus Male finish at last year’s State Championship. Leading the way for (Jan. 5), St. Xavier (Jan. 26), Ballard (Jan. 30) and defending Trinity will be seniors John Florence, ranked fourth for the state champion Jeffersontown (Feb. 16). Trinity also will play in Shamrocks at 171 pounds, and Ben Case, ranked fifth at 140 the annual Fifth Third Bank Holiday Classic at Lexington pounds. Catholic Dec. 26-30. Top juniors expected to contribute are Dan Smith (No. 3, 103), Trent Kelly (No. 10, 135) and Jacob Burton (No. 15, 119). SWIMMING & DIVING Freshmen and sophomores also will help the team. Promising The Swim & Dive Rocks will again be one of the better teams in sophomore Jordan Whiting (215) is ranked third for Trinity. the region when they take to the pool this season. Following their Freshmen Myron Bradbury, Brad Hitchings, Josh Lewis, Erin fourth-place finish at the state meet in 2005, the SwimRocks fell a McCauley and Grant Ohlmann have improved with practice. few spots to ninth in 2006. “This is probably the most talented group that we’ve had in “We should regain our top-five form this year,” said swim years,” head coach Eddie Rudolph H’95 said. “Hard work and team moderator Wayne Kraus ’85. “One of the keys to improv- dedication will determine how far we go in the post-season.” 32

FALL SPORTS ROUNDUP CROSS-COUNTRY — STATE CHAMPS! mark a series of surges made by Brian Long of St. Xavier and In 1967 the Shamrocks captured the school’s sixth state cross- Ryne Smith of Scott County began to thin the pack. country title. It was followed by a nine-year title drought. As the race approached the 2,400-meter mark at the top of the In 1997 the Shamrocks won their 16th state crown. A nine-year long downhill toward the creek, Trinity had clearly established a drought followed. lead with Noel and Short both in the top 10. Darrow was in the top In 2006 the Shamrocks got some much-needed rain in the form 20, and Henn and senior Matt Schafer were running together just of the Class AAA State Championship. The Trinity harriers won off of him. Sophomores Dane Flinchum and Brian Hancock were the school’s 17th state championship with a score of 69 points on running well in front of the five runners of all other teams. Nov. 11 at the Kentucky Horse Park in Lexington. Woodford “As I saw us starting to take command of the field, I just kept County was a distant second with 141 points. yelling at them to ‘be David!’” Waggoner remarked. “The day As the team woke up in Lexington to a cold, windy and raining before the meet, we each took a stone and placed it somewhere on morning, they demonstrated confidence that they were going to the course. We believed that we were David. Goliath wasn’t the win the meet on the already challenging course that was becoming competition, but rather the spot of the course where the pain sets muddy. The five seniors and two sophomores were well aware of in. They were to take their stone, have faith in themselves and sling it at the course. I told them to run with the confidence that once they passed their stone, they were going to win.” The Trinity faithful turned out in full force for the meet, with five flags and several hundred loud Trinity supporters cheering on the Rocks as they approached the two- mile mark. The overall winning time of 16:05 by St. X’s Brian Long was the fastest of the day in all classes and demonstrated how the poor condi- tions affected all of the races. However, Trinity harriers still kept their spread at 38 seconds between their one and five runners, all of which were seniors. Noel was the first in for Trinity with a time of Congratulations, Cross-Country Rocks! 16:22, good enough for fifth place. the history of the program and how the school was not only facing The rest of the Rocks were Short (sixth, 16:25), Darrow (17th, matching the longest state title drought, but also had a thing for 16:48), Henn (25th, 16:59), Schafer (26th, 17:00), Hancock (35th, years ending in the number six. The Rocks won state titles in 1966, 17:10) and Flinchum (52nd, 17:19). ’76, ’86 and ’96. Following the race Short was named the inaugural Kentucky “As we gathered near the line after the final run-out,” head High School Athletic Association “Going the Distance” Runner. coach Chad Waggoner said, “I gave them one last thought: rain The honor, selected by a committee of state meet officials, honored ends droughts.” runners who had helped lead their team to success over a multi- “Everything seemed to be setting up for us to finally do it,” said year period. senior Thomas Noel. “I am truly honored to be with this team,” Waggoner said. “We Senior Bryan Henn toed the line with confidence, saying, “I had are a team, a brotherhood. The kids wait for each other and hold convinced myself during the last 12 hours that I was going to run each other up.” my best race. I was ready.” “More importantly,” he added, “they’re examples of Christ. A strong group of seniors, including Trinity’s Sean Darrow, They have faith, live as examples, love and strive for purity. This Thomas Noel and Ethan Short, brought up the rear of the lead pack is such a wonderful group, and they accomplished something that of 15 runners that finished the first half mile. However, by the mile will never be taken away from them.” 33

Trinity holds more cross-country state titles than any other GOLF school in Kentucky and won the school’s first state title in any The Golf Rocks brought home their second consecutive Seventh sport in 1957. This year marked a state-record 52nd appearance for Region title. Unfortunately, they did not fare as well at the State Trinity at the State Championship Meet. Tournament. In addition to winning the state title, the Rocks racked up numer- On Sept. 26, Trinity produced an outstanding performance to ous post-season honors. The Kentucky Track and Cross Country claim the regional crown at Seneca Golf Course. The team was not Coaches Association announced Area 3 Honors (Louisville/ paired in the marquee groupings. Based on play in the regular sea- Jefferson County) in November. For the third consecutive year, son, the Shamrocks were in the five groups before the final teams Trinity had the most runners on the list. — St. Xavier, Christian Academy and Oldham County — went off. Despite their seemingly lowly starting position, the Shamrocks ended up turning in the winning round, posting a 296 before any The honored Runnin’ Rocks are as follows: of the five golfers from the other three teams had finished. Area 3 Super Team – Sean Darrow ’07, Thomas Noel ’07, Senior Daniel Kmetz, who won last year’s regional title, led the Ethan Short ’07 Rocks with a par 72. Junior Sam Zirnheld was next for Trinity with Area 3 Class AAA State Team Ð Darrow, Noel, Short a 73. Senior James Chaney (74), junior Chris Stout (77) and senior Area 3 Seniors Ð Darrow, Bryan Henn ’07, Noel, Short; Michael Woods (81) also played well. Matt Schafer ’07 named a nominee Trinity finished third behind St. X and Bowling Green — beaten Area 3 Juniors Ð John Shellenberg ’08 named a nominee by two strokes — in the early-season Kentucky Invitational Area 3 Sophomores – Dane Flinchum ’09, Brian Hancock ’09 Tournament, and head coach Joe Frederick ’88 said the squad had Area 3 Freshmen – Dillon Raidt ’10 never been higher than third the rest of the season. The State Tournament was held Oct. 6-7 at Bowling Green Also in November, the KHSAA released the names of All-State Country Club. The Rocks finished the tournament in eighth place. runners as well as super and class teams. Once again the Rocks Lexington Henry Clay was the state champion. were well represented. Academic All-State Ð Hancock, Henn, Noel, Short SOCCER Academic All-State Honorable Mention Ð Darrow, Flinchum The Soccer Rocks suffered an overtime loss in the State Tournament Varsity Team GPA Ð 3.7 Semifinals on Nov. 2. Ryle High School knocked off the No. 3 First Team All-State Ð Noel, Short Shamrocks 2-1 in the game at Georgetown College’s Toyota Stadium. Second Team All-State Ð Darrow Early on it looked as if Trinity (19-3-4) would dominate the Honorable Mention All-State Ð Hancock, Henn, Schafer game. The Shamrocks scored first when freshman All-State selec- State Super Team Ð Noel, Short tion Lepe Seetane ripped a shot into the net from 20 yards out. State All-Senior Team Ð Darrow, Noel, Short However, despite having 10 shots on goal to one for Ryle, the State All-Sophomore Team Ð Hancock score remained 1-0 at the half. In the second half, Ryle brought up an additional player to attack, creating more scoring opportunities for the Raiders. With Also, Coach Waggoner was named Class AAA Coach of the less than seven minutes to play, Ryle tied the score at 1. Year for the first time, and Area 3 Coach of the Year for the fourth After two scoreless 10-minute overtimes, and with just under time in five years. three minutes remaining in the sudden-death period, Ryle sealed “I’m honored by my coaching peers,” Waggoner said. the victory with a shot into the right side of Trinity’s goal. The win- “However, this would not have happened without the great sup- ning play developed when the ball went into the Trinity box. The port from assistant coaches Adam Klein and Scott Holzknecht, ball came to a Raider, and it looked as if he might take the shot. as well as the school’s tremendous support for the program. I But as he went to shoot, Trinity goalkeeper, senior T.J. Fox, truly believe that Trinity is a special place because of our went for the ball and it deflected to his right to where another Christian mission, terrific vision and strong leadership. Thanks Raider stood in perfect position to take the winning shot. to the Trinity Family for their great support of the team and Ryle ended up losing to Bowling Green in the State Champion- coaching staff.” ship game. “Although our hearts go out to the boys over the semifinal loss,” FOOTBALL said head coach Gregory Moss-Brown, “I’m filled with content- Due to printing deadlines, a report on the football season will not ment and Rock pride. This season was a long journey, but one that be available until the next issue of the Trinity Leader. truly opens many more doors for all involved with Trinity Soccer.” 34

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ICE HOCKEY early on in a 6-5 come-from-behind victory. The Ice Rocks opened the 2006-07 season on Oct. 21 with a 4-4 Many talented players are expected to contribute this year. tie with Montgomery Bell Academy (Nashville, Tenn.) in the first Senior captain Andy Swiergosz, senior assistant captain David game of a double-header, followed by an 11-1 thumping of the Philpot and junior assistant captain Chris Cunningham provide Big Red in the second game. This bodes well for Trinity’s success great leadership. Supporting junior goaltender Kyle Burdorf are this season. juniors Nick Fredrick and Andrew Gustafson, as well as sopho- Last season the Rocks finished with a 9-5-2 season. They lost mores Conor Carroll and Brendan Higgins. to eventual state champion Lexington Henry Clay in the playoffs. “I’m expecting outstanding performances out of all these However, Trinity avenged their loss to the Blue Devils by beat- guys,” head coach Buddie Jaha said. “As a team, the guys display ing them 3-2 this season. Trinity also defeated Lexington Lafayette some very exciting, fast and skillful ice hockey action.

ROCK DIVER TRAINS IN CHINA rinity freshman diver Andrew Galvagni was one of two divers from Louisville to do well enough in the National Diving Championships at Mission Viejo, Calif., Aug. 7-13, that he earned a trip to China to train for five days in Shanghai and three days in TBeijing at the Olympic Training Center with members of the 2008 Chinese Olympic team and coaching staff. Andrew placed sixth on the one-meter springboard and 10th on the three-meter board. In addition to diving for Trinity, Andrew is a member of the Andrew Galvagni ’10 Louisville-area Cardinal Diving Team.

PETRINO ’07 NOMINATED FOR U.S. ARMY ALL-AMERICAN BOWL rinity senior Nick Petrino was one of five high school football players from Kentucky and 400 nationwide nominated to participate in the U.S. Army All-American Bowl in January. The top 78 players were picked in September Tfor the game, which will be televised live on NBC from San Antonio on Jan. 7. Brian Brohm ’04, quarterback for the University of Louisville, played in the game in 2004. Nick Petrino ’07 Trinity Football Jerseys & Cheerleader Outfits For Sale Support Trinity Athletics by purchasing a previously-worn Trinity football jersey or cheerleader outfit. Jerseys are $50 each and are available in green or white. Cheerleader uniforms are $35. Purchases must be made at the Athletic Office. Contact the Athletic Office at (502) 736-2124 to place an order. 35

3 SOCCER ROCKS ON ALL-STATE TEAM wo Trinity soccer players who helped the Sham- rocks reach the state semifinals were named to the West (Regions 1-8) All-State first team. Senior midfielder Sam Scales and freshman midfielder Lepe Seetane were recognized on the T11-player first team. Senior goalkeeper T.J. Fox was named to the second team.

T.J. Fox ’07 Sam Scales ’07 Lepe Seetane ’10

3 ROCKS TO PLAY IN COLLEGE he following Shamrocks recently signed national state champion Lexington Christian Academy. In his junior sea- letters of intent to participate in collegiate athletics. son, Nate was instrumental in the team finishing 30-8 and was at or near the top in all offensive categories. He batted .402, had a Nate Holland (baseball) signed with the Univer- .664 slugging percentage, belted five home runs, scored 35 runs, sity of Louisville. Nate, who plays infield, outfield had 31 RBIs and led the team in stolen bases with 22. Nate was Tand catcher, helped lead Trinity to the 2005 State Tournament, selected to the Seventh Region All-Star Team, Kentucky West where the team reached the Final Four before falling to eventual All-Star Team and Kentucky All-State Team.

Stephen Shackleford (baseball) signed with Savannah College of Art and Design. Stephen is a right-handed pitcher.

Ryan Tydlacka (football) signed with the University of Kentucky. Ryan handles all of the kicking duties at Trinity, but UK coaches have talked with him about punting. Ryan’s brother, Wade ’99, was a kicker at the University of Louisville. Ryan was an Nate Holland ’07 Stephen Shackleford ’07 Ryan Tydlacka ’07 Associated Press First Team All-Stater as a junior.

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PRESIDENT’S NOTEBOOK continued from page 2 as a faculty and focus on specific goals, our students are the win- student raised his ACT score by six points with the help of our ners. I think we’ve also learned that we are too creative a set of preparation program.” individuals to ever actually teach to a test. Instead, we’ve For more information about our test preparation program or the learned to equip our students to achieve at higher levels while at results, please contact Mr. Zoeller. We are proud of our work and the same time positioning themselves in better places to continue the success of our students. their education.” By the time you read this, we will have received the 2006 Mr. Pat Bowles H’01, a math teacher, commented: “I’ve come SACS report. With successes like I have just reported due to the to respect the enormous weight that standardized test scores 2001 report, we’re looking forward to the direction and chal- play on college admissions and scholarships. One particular lenges that this accreditation process will lend us. CALENDAR OF EVENTS

DECEMBER FEBRUARYcontinued 25 Christmas 14 Valentine’s Day 16-19 Winter Break JANUARY 21 Ash Wednesday 1 New Year’s Day 2007 Annual Fund Appeal Spring Phonathon (dates TBA) 3 School resumes 6 Makeup Placement Test MARCH 7 Feast of the Epiphany Annual Fund Appeal Spring Phonathon 8 Alumni Board of Directors’ meeting (dates TBA) 15 Martin Luther King Jr. Day Trinity Department of Theatre Arts’ 22 School Board meeting Spring Musical 26 Trinity vs. St. Xavier basketball (Freedom Hall) (call 502-736-2177 for dates and times) 12 Alumni Board of Director’s meeting FEBRUARY 13 Trinity Mass with Archbishop Thomas Kelly H’01, O.P. 1 Foundation Board meeting, 17 St. Patrick’s Day Trinity vs. St. Xavier wrestling 31 celebraTion 2007 9 Trinity vs. St. Xavier swimming 11 Mother-Son Mass & Brunch