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11 II ACHSACHS FidelitasFidelitas SPRINGSPRING 20142014 Principal’s Letter
Dear Friends, As the school year comes to a close, our minds and hearts are filled to the brim. It’s been a great year! What a school! Together we celebrated academic achievement and athletic excellence, enjoyed artistic presentations and theatrical productions, explored new interests and made new friends. We’ve learned much and shared experiences that will long remain with us. The strength of our community and wholehearted passion to make our school a wonderful place of learning for our students primarily, but for all of us too, makes AC a truly a special place. 50! We celebrated our fiftieth graduating class in May. This is a huge milestone for our school. Thank you to all the alumni from our first graduating class who attended our ceremony. It was hard to tell who was more excited, the Class of ’64 or the Class of ’14. We also celebrated our school’s history in March when we renovated Founder’s Hall, dedicating the school Chapel to Monsignor O’Gorman and debuting a display recognizing the important work of the Sisters of Saint Joseph. This permanent recognition to those who built our school is now open for all to see. Please stop by to take a look. The students at this school make me proud. And the community at large adds to that pride. We have so many students, parents, past parents, alumni and friends who support AC and help to spread the word about how great it is to be a Cougar. Keep the cheers and praise coming – we love to hear from you. Congratulations to all of our graduates! Good luck in your future endeavors and please stay in touch. We look forward to welcoming back our current students and helping orient the new ones in September, but until then, enjoy a restful and replenishing summer with your families.
Warm regards,
Visitors reminisce over a display recognizing the important work Stephen Biagioni, Principal of the Sisters of Saint Joseph.
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Class of 2 014 Commends... Valedictorian Allen Judd
Allen Judd, the Valedictorian for the Class of 2014, has consistently proven to be a top student who has talent in many other areas. Allen’s near-flawless transcript, which includes nine Advanced Placement courses, and membership in the National Honor Society reflect his dedication to his school work. Allen has been a member of the Soccer, Cross Country, Indoor Track and Tennis teams at AC; serving as tennis captain since he was a sophomore and earning CCL All-Star and MVP Awards in tennis as well. He is also a member of the Science Team, Model UN, SADD, and was a member of the 2014 Yearbook staff. Allen was recognized for numerous awards at the awards ceremony, including medals in National Latin and Roman exams, and for being a National Merit Commended Student. Allen intends to study at Harvard University in the fall. Allen’s Commencement Address began with the mindset that every- thing in the universe is connected to everything else and that commu- nities are “held together by the intense bonds” between the members of the community. Allen reminded the students that they are a vital part of many communities- Arlington Catholic, their families, and the wider world. Reflecting on the time he spent in Camden, New Jersey with the Humanitarian Club, we were reminded that small acts, even in seemingly hopeless situations, can have a tremendous impact. Allen concluded by challenging his classmates to, “go out there, meet and bond, treat everyone as though they are siblings, make the world a family, one that we can be proud of, one that we can support and help grow.”
Salutatorian Connor O’Brien
Connor O’Brien, the Salutatorian for the Class of 2014, has maintained an excellent academic record while also participating in many aspects of high school life. Connor was a member of many clubs at AC: the National Honor Society Spanish National Honor Society; the Model United Nations; and Spanish/World Language Club to name a few. Like Allen, Connor was also a National Merit Commended Student. He was also elected by his peers to the Student Senate three times and served as a junior class representative. Connor also excelled on the athletic field, playing Football, Indoor Track, Soccer and Rugby, where he was the captain of the team, during his high school career. Connor plans on attending Georgetown University in the fall. Connor’s Commencement Address reminded his classmates that high school, while not like pictured in movies or on television, is a community where they have all shared much and grown together over the last four years. “We live in historic times,” he explained, reflecting on all that has happened in the past four years and as the 50th graduating class of the school. His closing thought, “We have the ability to shape our world into the kind of world we want to be a part of. With a class as unique and talented as ours, I know that we will make history,” reminded all of the potential we all have to shape the world into a better place by using our own special gifts and talents.
2 I ACHS Fidelitas SPRING 2014 Sister melania award MSGR. O’gorman award Hannah Doyon Luke Amato Hannah Doyon is the recipient of Luke Amato is the recipient of the the Sister Melania Award, named Msgr. O’Gorman Award, named for the for the first principal of AC and pastor of St. Agnes Parish when AC first given to the graduating girl who opened and given to the graduating boy the faculty feels demonstrates who the faculty feels possesses the same school loyalty, character, service, characteristics as the winner of the Sister achievement and leadership. Melania Award. Hannah is a confident young Luke has made many contributions to woman who has been a valued member of the AC life at Arlington Catholic over the past four years, in and out of the community. Hannah has been very involved for her entire classroom. He played Varsity Lacrosse and Soccer all four years, time at AC. She has been a four-year member of the serving as captain of each sport during his senior year. In addition, following clubs: French/World Language Club; Drama, he played two seasons of hockey as well. Luke is a member of the where she serves as an officer; and SADD, where she National Honor Society and the French National Honor Society; is currently serves as President. Hannah has also been elected to involved in Campus Ministry; was President of the junior class; and the Student Senate, serves as the Vice-President of the senior is a four-year member and current President of the French/World class and is a member of the National Honor Society. She Language Club. has also been an Ice Hockey Cheerleader and taken dance, Luke is beyond a doubt a student who has been a pleasure to have singing and acting lessons outside of school. had as part of the AC community. He will be attending The United Hannah will be attending Marymount Manhattan College in States Air Force Academy in the fall and we wish him continued the fall where we are confident she will continue to excel. success with the knowledge that he will make a positive impact there as well.
Sister Catherine Clifford Tribute Award MSGR. linnehan award Michael Santoro Michael Bonetti Michael Santoro has been chosen Michael Bonetti has been chosen to to receive the Sister Catherine receive the Msgr. Linnehan Award, Clifford Tribute Award. Funded named for the long-time pastor of by the faculty, who also selects St. Agnes. Funded by the faculty the recipient, the award is who also selects the recipient, the given to the student who best winner is someone they feel has made represents the motto of the long- a difference at the school, who lives time principal, “Act justly, love his or her faith, and who is generous, tenderly, walk humbly with your God.” sincere, caring and dependable. Michael has been very involved in the life of AC since his Michael is a well-rounded student who has enlivened AC with freshman year. He is a member of the National Honor his unique personality for the past four years. His transcript Society and the French National Honor Society; has reflects the taking on of an increasingly challenging schedule in served on the Student Senate for three years, currently as order to push himself. He is a four year member of the Model President; is currently the Vice-President and four-year United Nations and Spanish/World Language Club as well as member of the French/World Language Club; and is a member of the Campus Ministry Club. He assists at school also a four-year member of SADD. Michael is also very Masses and has frequently attended the TV Mass as well. He is involved in AC’s Drama Club, AC/DC. He is currently the also a member of the Spanish National Honor Society. Outside Vice-President of the Club and has participated in every of school he is very involved in the St. Anthony’s Society of production during his four years at AC. Boston and St. Leonard’s Parish in the North End where he provides a great deal of assistance. Michael will be attending Merrimack College in the fall where we know he will continue to uphold Sister We wish Michael well at Suffolk University in the fall where we Cathy’s motto. know he will be an asset to their school as well.
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Baccalaureate Mass & Awards Ceremony
On Wednesday, May 21, the Arlington Catholic High School community gathered to celebrate Mass and the achievements of the Class of 2014. Fifty-one students received cords for being members of the National Honor Society and another 42 received cords for being members of the French and Spanish National Honor Societies. Luke Amato was presented with an appointment to the United States Air Force Academy, which is the equivalent of a full four-year scholarship. Three students were recognized as National Merit Commended students – Allen Judd, Connor O’Brien and Michael Kumar. Five students achieved perfect attendance all four years – Luke Amato, Michael Kumar, Sean McElhinney, Mark McGowan, and Michael Santoro. Students were also recognized for the scholarships they received from colleges and universities, totaling $7.8 million!
The Tradition Continues... Here are the Class of 2014 graduates with their alumni parents: Pictured Left to Right: Aaron Cook and his mom Carol (Kelly) Cook ‘84 Kaila Sullivan and her mom Laura (Robinson) Sullivan ‘88 Shaina Paras and her mom Joan (Scully) Paras ‘85 Tom Canniff and his mom Shirley (McGinnity) Canniff ‘83 Danielle Sheehan and her mom Tricia (Keefe) Sheehan ‘78 Richard Cameron and his dad Richard Cameron‘77 Michaela Casey and her mom Michelle (Famolare) Casey ‘84 Alyssa Lepore and her mom Lisa (Doyon) ‘78 and her dad Tom Lepore ‘78 Olivia Stewart and her mom Kerry (Sullivan) Radochia ‘88 Not pictured: Kyle Bairos and his mom Ann-Marie (Amaral) Bairos ‘88 Donnie Coughlin and his dad Donald Coughlin ‘70
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Senior Parent Social On February 6th, the members of the AC graduating class of 2014 and their parents gathered in the Arlington Catholic gymnasium for the annual Senior Parent Social. The night was highlighted by Hypnotist Extraordinaire Tommy Vee, who wowed the crowd as he persuaded, through hypnosis, select students and parents to do some pretty wild stunts. Senior Monica Galluccio showed off her dance moves, and the audience learned that Nick Makhlouta does not like it when people cut him off on the road. After the show, parents and students gathered for refreshments provided by the Senior Class Officers and their parents.
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Senior Class Day
The class of 2014’s graduation week kicked off with a successful class day on Monday, May 19th at the AC Turf Field. Members of the senior class gathered for a fun day in the sun, which included competitions and plenty of food from grill-master, Mr. Rabbitt! Class President Presley Silva and Vice President Hannah Doyon organized fun events for their classmates, including relay races and a water balloon toss. Connor Donovan won the “MVP Basket” for the day, winning the water balloon toss with partner Haleigh Butler and three of the five relay races with partner Billy Barrett.
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Yearbook Ceremony
The final class day for Seniors, May 14th, ended with the annual Yearbook Ceremony. President of the Class of 2014, Presley Silva’14, began the ceremony by thanking the yearbook staff for their efforts in creating this year’s book. Co-Editors in Chief, Sarah Hanley ‘14 and Monica Schweizer ‘14 announced the dedication to fellow classmate, Molly Lucey, for her ‘strength, courage and dedication’ in overcoming her health issues over the past year. Congratulations Molly and thank you for inspiring your classmates!
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Commencement
On Friday, May 23rd, just under 2,000 people came 2together 014 at the Dana Athletic Center at Bentley University to celebrate the Class of 2014. In addition to the Class of 2014, we also celebrated the Class of 1964. The Class of 64 was AC’s first graduating class and were invited to lead the students in the procession. Principal Stephen Biagioni began the afternoon, welcoming family and friends of the graduates; this was followed by the Pledge of Allegiance, led by Hannah Doyon, Senior Class Vice President. Following an invocation, led by Pastor Father Brian Flatley, Presley Silva shared opening remarks with the audience. Salutatorian, Connor O’Brien took the stage and reflected on the past four years. Allen Judd, the Valedictorian, talked about the bonds that we all share. Serge Clivio ‘13 returned to commencement to lead us in song. John Carroll, a member of the Class of 1964 served as Commencement Speaker, offering sage advice to the Class of 2014. John was the first student president at Arlington Catholic High School as well as the first Football Captain at AC, along with his classmates, Steve Boeri ‘64 and Joe Beasley ‘64. After leaving AC, John went on to receive a BA from Boston College, where he played on the football team for two years. He then served on active duty in the US Navy until 1971, and on reserve duty until 1976. During that time, he received a JD from Boston University School of Law. John has been a trial lawyer since passing the Bar in 1974. He became a lawyer so that he could help people. At the beginning of his career, he worked on the Pine Ridge and Rosebud Indian Reservations as a staff attorney and considered that experience “life- altering.” Because of that experience, and his twenty years of Catholic education, John has continued to use his skills to help people through pro-bono work through the Boston Bar Association’s Volunteer Lawyers Project and the Catholic Lawyers Guild’s Saint Francis House. He is also on the Board of Directors of Greater Boston Legal Services and a part of the Massachusetts Bar Association’s Judicial Administration Section Council and Individual Rights and Responsibilities Section Council. In 2008, John received the President’s Award from the Massachusetts Bar Foundation. In 2010, he became the MBA’s representative on the Equal Justice Coalition and currently serves as the Chair. He is a lawyer member of
8 I ACHS Fidelitas SPRING 2014 the Commission of Judicial Conduct. He has also been named a “Super Lawyer” by his peers several years in a row. John’s Commencement Address recognized the pioneering work of Monsignor Oscar O’Gorman and the Sisters of Saint Joseph as well as the hard work of the Class of 2014, recognizing many of their accomplishments. Following John’s address to the audience, the students received their diplomas, and Principal Steve Biagioni’s commissioning of graduates ended another successful graduation here at Arlington Catholic.
Commencement Speaker Excerpt (so much so that St. Eulalias was carved out of As grapes are not gathered from thorn by John Carroll it in 1966). Cardinal Cushing was an annual bushes, or figs from thistles, by their fruits visitor. He knew where the money was. Msgr. you will know them. And, I will add, you will Such a humbling and joyful honor – yet I am O’Gorman raised much money for the Cardinal’s know their seed. We were the seedlings, you mindful of my place. The most memorable various charities. are the fruit. By your accomplishments, and commencement speaker I ever recall was those of the 48 classes in between, you fulfill During Msgr. O’Gorman’s tenure he founded Queen Noor of Jordan, who addressed the the expectations the founder had for all of Fidelity House – a stroke of genius as the baby BC commencement in the mid-nineties. She us. Would that Monsignor O’Gorman and boom was producing kids at a rate not seen said, “A commencement speaker is a bit like the first staff were present to look out over before or since. He gave them a place to romp the corpse at a wake. Everyone expects to the rich harvest I see today. safely. see one but no one expects to hear much.” I We all are the lucky few. Our family, our faith know my place is a brief interlude between the He was the moving force in the establishment of and our teachers have instilled values above honors and the celebration, so I will be brief. ACH in 1960. He staffed it with the best nuns and beyond mere knowledge: gratitude, the sisters of St. Joseph’s had: Melania, Corita, You are the blossoming of seeds planted compassion and love. They have given us the Marie De Lourdes, Mary, Agnes, Francis Agnes, 50 years ago. The sower of these seeds was credentials to make a material living in life Madelaine Marie, Joseph Marie, Ethelwald and Monsignor Oscar O’Gorman. Emerson once – but the ones who make a true difference Ronan, to name but a few. And of course, our said that every significant institution is but the in the world are not the ones with the first chaplains: Fathers Casey and Bullock. lengthened shadow of just one man. All that credentials, but the ones with the concern for AC has come to be is attributable to the vision He hired the best coaches: Dick Broderick in others. You have both. of Msgr. O’Gorman. basketball and baseball, Bill Formosi in football, Thank you for giving us a place of honor Jack Carney in hockey. As an altar boy at St. Agnes and ACH for at your commencement. I leave you with 6 years, I had the privilege of knowing him And he set a high standard for admissions. We a Franciscan blessing: May God bless you better than some. He was gruff and blunt. were the first class, and, for four years the most with the foolishness to think you can make a But he was a far-seeing, benevolent soul, senior class. We were few (142) and together for difference in the world, so you will do things with a superb intellect (Harvard Grad), and a long time. That experience forged bonds of a which others tell you cannot be done. a superb administrator. In 1960, reputedly, lifetime. We were pampered and pushed and the St. Agnes was the 2nd largest and one of the unspoken expectation was that we were seedlings Congratulations, well done, most prosperous parishes in the Archdiocese that, over time, would yield a rich harvest. now go celebrate!
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The Members of the Class of 2014 will be attending the Future P lans following Colleges and Universities in the Fall of 2014.
Kailynn Abrams...... Suffolk University Tatyana J. D’Agostino...... Fitchburg State University Fariha Ahmed ...... Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute Angela F. D’Amico. . . . University of North Carolina at Charlotte Matthew Joseph Alberino . . . . Bunker Hill Community College Zachary L. DeBenedictis. . . University of Massachusetts, Amherst Dorothy-Toni Alden...... Lasell College Jon-Luke Brian Dee. . . . . University of Massachusetts, Amherst Serge Allien-MacDonald. . . . Wentworth Institute of Technology Alexander DeGrandis...... Dean College Luke Joseph Amato...... United States Air Force Academy Duggan Marie Delano...... Sacred Heart University Nicole Anderson...... Plymouth State University McKenzie Lee Doherty...... Bentley University Brianna Irene Ayube ...... Boston University Patrick Christopher Doherty. . University of Massachusetts, Lowell Gary Peter Babigian...... Bryant University Connor P. Donovan...... Plymouth State University Kyle Jeffrey Bairos...... University of New Hampshire Hannah Jane Doyon...... Marymount Manhattan College William Henry Barrett...... Keene State College Mark Anthony Eringis...... Merrimack College Kimberly Lauren Bates . . . .Southern New Hampshire University Brooke Eustace ...... Suffolk University Sebastien L Bissereth. . . . . University of Massachusetts, Boston Kathryn Patricia Fleming...... Simmons College Michael E. Bonetti...... Suffolk University Daniel Patrick Foley...... Fisher College Jennifer R. Bowen...... Merrimack College Daniel Edward Fothergill...... Bates College Julie A. Bowen...... Regis College Brittany Irene Fulgione...... Roger Williams University Patrick Robert Breen...... Suffolk University Monica Daniela Galluccio...... Bucknell University Maura Jeanne Buckley...... Worcester Polytechnic Institute Changyan Gao...... Suffolk University Ann Marie Katherine Burke ...... Salem State University Rachel Teresa Gaudet. . . . .University of Massachusetts, Amherst Haleigh Anne Butler...... Lasell College Sean Michael Gavin...... Marist College Jenelle Cali Cadigan...... Quinnipiac University Lydia Rose Genard...... Randolph College Joseph Caira...... Salve Regina University Christian Georges ...... Bryant University Richard Christopher Cameron. . University of Massachusetts, Lowell Joseph Thomas Giesta...... Middlesex Community College Nicholas Anthony Canniff...... Endicott College Brian Thomas Goggin...... Norwich University Thomas Brian Canniff...... Fisher College Connor R. Grady...... Norwich University Ana Isabel Carmona ...... Indiana University at Bloomington Samantha Ashley Greenwood . . The George Washington University Courtney E. Casey...... Union College Dong Kyun Han. . Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University Michaela S. Casey...... Merrimack College Sarah Ann Hanley...... Stonehill College Hanbit Chang...... Korea Natalie Harrah...... Quinnipiac University InHo Cho...... University of California at Los Angeles Briana Christina Harris...... Bentley University Thomas John Clair ...... Bridgewater State University Eileen Patrice Harris . . . . . University of Massachusetts, Boston Emilee Alice Cocuzzo ...... Clark University Allison Elizabeth Hart...... Merrimack College Ellen Frances Coholan...... Boston College Andrew V. Haytayan...... Massachusetts College of Kerrianne Elizabeth Conroy ...... University of Notre Dame Pharmacy & Health Sciences Aaron T. Cook...... Springfield College Lillian Rose Hegel...... Suffolk University Anthony D. Coppola...... Undecided Jessica M. Higgins...... Regis College Ari Corradi ...... Plymouth State University Allison L Hoctor...... The University of Tampa Jennifer Mary Corso…...... Bentley University Shimin Hua...... University of Massachusetts, Boston Donald Matthew Coughlin...... Northeastern University Nadezda Hucko...... University of Vermont Allison Marie Coukos. . . . .The George Washington University Kevin Pierre Hyacinthe...... Massachusetts College of Pharmacy & Health Sciences Devlin Richard Crane. . . . . Wentworth Institute of Technology Nicholas A. Iudiciani...... Gap Year Luis Crespo Pallares...... South America
10 I ACHS Fidelitas SPRING 2014 Anna Mei Ming Jardine...... Connecticut College Tyler Joseph Panniello...... Saint Anselm College Olivia S. Johnson...... Saint Anselm College Giorgi Ann Papa…...... Massachusetts College of Jacqueline Marie Joyce...... Providence College Pharmacy & Health Sciences Allen D. Judd...... Harvard College Demetri Papathanasiou...... Norwich University Carter Ann Kelley...... University of New Hampshire Angela Marie Pappalardo...... Merrimack College Danielle Ann Kelley...... Salem State University Shaina Elizabeth Paras. . . . .University of Massachusetts, Lowell Kara Nicole Kelley...... Boston University Ha Yeon Park...... Boston University Stephanie Michelle Kelley...... Bentley University Sungwook Park. . . Pennsylvania State University, University Park Stephen Taylor Kelly...... Merrimack College Juliana R. Pasto...... Southern New Hampshire University Dong Won Kim...... University of California at San Diego Matthew D. Peterson...... Merrimack College Hannah Victoria Kirby...... Bryant University Alex Plowden...... University of Massachusetts, Amherst Brittany Marie Kotzuba...... Merrimack College Nicole K. Regan...... Fairfield University Michael-Krishna S Kumar...... Boston University John S. Richard...... Coastal Carolina University Daniel M. Kwolek...... Gordon College Adriana Rivero...... Spain Alyssa Noelle Lepore. . . . .Southern New Hampshire University Lea Rivers ...... Quinnipiac University Fan Liang...... University of Massachusetts, Amherst Madison Marie Roberts...... Vocational School Olivia Rose Liberti...... Boston University Erin Elizabeth Roche...... Merrimack College Mason James Lister...... Undecided Jillian Santini...... Sacred Heart University Gong Liu...... University of Massachusetts, Boston Michael J. Santoro...... Merrimack College Sarah Lynch...... New York University Timothy J. Savage...... The University of Tampa Nicholas Halim Makhlouta...... Roger Williams University Monica Marie Schweizer...... Emory University Laura MaryKate Malis...... Suffolk University Danielle Elizabeth Sheehan...... Sacred Heart University Matthew Stephen Marino...... Elev8 Academy Presley E. Silva...... Simmons College Mathew George Martel...... Nichols College DaHyun Sim...... Korea Julia L. Martin...... Assumption College Alexandra Nicole Sosa...... The University of Arizona Michael Antonio Martins ...... Chapman University Olivia A. Stewart...... Fairfield University Kaitlin Anne McCauley. . . .Southern New Hampshire University Sarah J. Studley...... Keene State College Brittany J. McDonough. . . . University of Massachusetts, Lowell Kaila R. Sullivan ...... Saint Anselm College Sean William McElhinney...... Northeastern University Erika Tanahashi...... University of Rhode Island Mark F. McGowan...... Keene State College Rey C. Tapley...... University of Massachusetts, Amherst Molly R. McLean...... Salem State University Miriam Thomas...... University of Massachusetts, Boston Serena Lei McNary ...... Bryant University Nathan A. Tikonoff...... Nichols College Siwei Meng...... Washington State University Andrew L. Topanian . . . . . Wentworth Institute of Technology Nieve Caitlin Morin ...... Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute Daniel F. Vadala...... Merrimack College Christopher M. Mourato...... Fisher College Christina Anne Valeri ...... Stonehill College Daniel Patrick Needham...... Capital University Aaron L. Verner...... Undecided Athanasios Nikolopoulos...... Daniel Webster College Mariah Waldron ...... University of Massachusetts, Amherst Conor Noonan ...... Seton Hall University Malory Taylor Walsh...... Middlesex Community College Benjamin N. O’Brien . . . . .University of Massachusetts, Lowell Thomas G. Wever...... Undecided Connor Nash O’Brien...... Georgetown University Elizabeth A. Whitney...... Auburn University Jacqueline T. Ochoa...... Merrimack College Summer Whittaker...... Berklee College of Music Katherine Rose O’Connell...... Stonehill College Zilong Xiao...... University of Southern California David Ryan O’Connor ...... University of New Hampshire Yubai Yang...... University of Rochester Elizabeth Teresa O’Donovan. .University of Massachusetts, Amherst Jun Hung Yeung ...... Case Western Reserve University Michaela M. O’Hara...... University of New Hampshire Linlanxin Yuan...... Undecided Marisa Nicole Opalinski . . . .The Catholic University of America Sophia Zavarelli. . . . . University of Massachusetts, Dartmouth Mikaila Orofino...... University of South Carolina
I 11 School News Faculty v. SeniorsHoops The fifth annual Faculty-Senior basketball game was played on March 7th, a grand finale to Spirit Week! It was standing room only in the AC gym, as the student body came out in full force to cheer on the senior class. The seniors could not reclaim the trophy, however, as the faculty rallied behind their coach, Mr. Muse, and won for the fourth time. Mr. Blanchette and Mr. Zalaski led the way for the faculty, while seniors Kyle Bairos and Courtney Casey tried to keep the game close for the senior class.
12 I ACHS Fidelitas SPRING 2014 There’s an for that... App Arlington Catholic implements new program for technology in the classroom. Arlington Catholic recognizes that our students live students will be better prepared for life-long learning in a digital world and that we have an obligation to outside of school. Teachers envision greater student help students learn to use that digital technology collaboration on projects and more in-depth properly as part of the learning process. With this research using the internet; skills that will serve in mind, we have made the decision to incorporate students well in their lives. Students will have the iPads in the classroom to integrate digital experiences ability to download many textbooks to their iPad, into the curriculum with the goal of enhancing making greater use of their texts in class while also student learning through the use of technology as an having the ability to link to a variety of supplemental educational tool. We plan to enhance and heighten resources right from the text. The value of having all the learning experiences of our students, in and of a student’s notes with them at all times will also out of the classroom. Even though there are many keep them more organized and productive in class. choices for devices, AC decided that the iPad was Use of iPads, both those provided on school the best decision for what we hope to accomplish. carts and student’s own devices, promise to keep Students will have the option of bringing their own us and our students on the cutting edge while iPad next year, with all students being required to maintaining the solid academic base that has made have a device in the 2015-2016 school year. Arlington Catholic so successful academically for By incorporating digital literacy into the curriculum, the past 50 plus years.
“Using the iPad in the classroom “Technology can help meet the needs of students’ makes lessons more interactive. The different paces, intelligences, and learning styles. iPads learning process is fun so you get in the classroom can be used to do research, organize more out of the activity.” coursework, collaborate with students and teachers, and complete assignments. These educational changes will – Olivia Scioletti ‘15 provide students with the tools to access learning anywhere, anytime. This plan will integrate digital experiences into the curriculum with the goal of enhancing student learning “Using the iPads as a portable language through the use of technology as an educational tool. lab has been tremendously valuable to Using the iPad to study and do research feels like the way it our students and will be even better was always supposed to be done. I almost wish I could go to when students have their own devices.” high school again and experience it with an iPad!” – Kathy Grugan, World Language – Alum Jessica Department Chairperson “I am so excited Galliani ’06 of about not having CCA Technology “Learning to use the internet to carry so many Solutions, AC’s appropriately for the learning process books around and technology is something that children can struggle doing research in consultants with. I am glad to see that AC is my classes.” helping students to understand this.” – Incoming – AC Parent freshman
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NHS Duct Tape Fundraiser This past March, National Honor Society members held a fundraiser to benefit the Dempster Fund. However, this was no ordinary fundraiser. Our creative NHS members thought of an idea that would surely draw interest from students: duct taping a teacher to the wall. During lunch, students bought pieces of duct tape to tape Mr. Zalaski to the wall in the cafeteria. Mr. Zalaski stood on a chair while crowds of students securely stuck him to the wall and eagerly snapped a few pictures to tweet. At the end of lunch, the chair was removed and he remained suspended due to the dozens of pieces of duct tape that students purchased. Thank you to the NHS members who organized this fun event. Thank you especially to Mr. Zalaski for volunteering and making the fundraiser a memorable one. The fundraiser was a huge success and we hope that more teachers will volunteer for future duct tape fundraisers. French and Spanish
Science Team HonorSociety Physics Project
The winners of this year’s physics catapult contest are Tommy Clair, Nasi Nikolopoulos, and Richard Cameron.
The Science Team finished in third place (out of 27 schools) in the North Shore Science League this year. This is the best finish in team history. Team members include seniors Allen Judd, Richard Cameron, Fariha Ahmed, Monica Schweizer, Leo Han, Tony Gao, Alex Plowden, Anabel Carmona, Hexi Xiao, and Connor O’Brien; juniors Brian Hart, Kenny Fong, Patrick Taing, Yoo Jung Hah, and Tim Chung; and sophomores Conor Meehan, Nancy Huang, Valerie O’Loughlin, Ben Caron, Dan Caron, Laura Caron, and Monique Pinto.
14 I ACHS Fidelitas SPRING 2014 NHS Duct Tape Ping Pong Team Fundraiser During the fall, one of the freshmen students Hanwen Gu, (Nello) who is here studying here from China, asked if AC had a table tennis team. Nello said he was aware that Americans played informally but he and his friends miss playing and wish they had a team or a club here. When this idea was brought to administration, they were in complete support and ordered two tables. Now there is an official Ping Pong Club at AC. With the help from Will Dynan, Nello and Justin Geneus, Mrs. Dunn and Mrs. Kiernan have been facilitating a weekly after school ping- pong club on Thursday afternoons. This club is well attended by a diverse group of students. It is a fun, yet competitive environment that offers another activity for students after school
The students from the Class of 2014 who are French members of the Société Honoraire de Français are: Luke Amato Nieve Morin Spanish Daniel Fothergill Michael Santoro and Anna Jardine The students from the Class of 2014 who are members of the Sociedad Honoraria HonorSociety Hispánica are: Fariha Ahmed Olivia Liberti Brianna Ayube Laura Malis Arlington Catholic High School is Michael Bonetti Julia Martin pleased to have chapters of the Société Maura Buckley Brittany McDonough Honoraire de Français (French Honor Physics Society) and the Sociedad Honoraria Hanbit Chang Sean McElhinney Hispánica (Spanish Honor Society), Emilee Cocuzzo Molly McLean Project national organizations under the Ellen Coholan Serena McNary auspices of the American Association of Kerrianne Conroy Benjamin O’Brien Teachers of French and the American Jennifer Corso Connor O’Brien Association of Teachers of Spanish McKenzie Doherty David O’Connor and Portuguese. In order to be inducted into these honor societies, students Brittany Fulgione Elizabeth O’Donovan must have maintained a minimum of Samantha Greenwood Shaina Paras an A- average in French or Spanish for Brianna Harris Alex Plowden at least six quarters, be enrolled in level Nicholas Iudiciani Nicole Regan four or higher of French or Spanish, Jacqueline Joyce Danielle Sheehan have an average of B- or better in their Carter Kelly Presley Silva other subjects, and demonstrate good conduct and character. Students receive Kara Kelley Olivia Stewart a certificate and an honor cord to wear Brittany Kotzuba Mariah Waldron at graduation. Michael-Krishna Kumar
Félicitacions/ Felicitaciones/Congratulations to all!
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Classical Literacy/ Classical Scholarship Exam
AC Latin students took the Classical Literacy Exam in March faring quite well on a test that covers many areas of the Classical world ranging from Latin and Toga Greek language and literature to history, Party culture, and mythology. Again this year, Latin students celebrated their Toga Party letting off steam after taking the National Latin Exam. Garbed in the fashion of Silver Medals Roman Citizens, they were judged for their originality and creativity. Monica Galluccio The judging panel was made up of Mr. Biagioni, Mr. DeLorenzo, and Jane Wakefield Mrs. Lally. Two females and two males were selected. They were Elena Bonetti Margaret Gillis, Jane Wakefield, Michael McGinnity, and Kenneth Fong. Bronze Medals In addition, members of the Classics Club displayed a number of inventive and, in some cases, unusual projects. The winners were Michael McGinnity Karmen Lu for her reconstruction of a Roman catapult and a Katherine Amato collaborative production of the Trojan Horse by John Peer, Nolan Karmen Lu McIsaac, and Samuel Jennings. Honorable Mentions also went to Elizabeth McCall Nikki Doherty, Julia Hart, Kathleen McLaughlin, and Juliana Dolan. Jacob Fulton The students would like to thank Mr. Biagioni for providing Peter Kelly the pizza and tonic for their prandium (lunch). Honorable Mention Certificates Nicole Shanley Alissa Whitten Nolan McIsaac John Peer Nina Velona Eric Spagnoli
Then, the Latin 2, 3, and AP classes took the Classical Scholarship Exam given for the first time this year. This test would normally be challenging for a college curriculum with perhaps even graduate level questions on it. Two seniors, Monica Galluccio and Allen Judd, both received Bronze Medals as well as Certificates of Merit attesting to their prowess.
16 I ACHS Fidelitas SPRING 2014 National Etymology/ National Civilization Exam Latin Exam Because AC is a member of the National Yet again, Arlington Catholic students Junior Classics League and its Massachusetts achieved great results on the prestigious Chapter, as well, AC students can compete National Latin Exam. Two students received in academic exams with thousands of other perfect scores on the exam: freshman Eric Latin students across the nation. In their Spagnoli and freshman Karmen Lu. 60% exams our students more than hold their of students earned a Gold Medal – Summa own; indeed, they won a number of medals Cum Laude Certificates and 91% of all and certificates as they have increased students received Medals. these awards each year. 2013/2014 is no exception. The first exam given in Gold Summa Cum Laude December was the Etymology Exam that Katherine Amato Karmen Lu drew upon a student’s knowledge of both Latin and Greek root words taken into Elena Bonetti Elizabeth McCall English. Nikki Doherty Nolan McIsaac Kenneth Fong Kathleen McLaughlin Jacob Fulton John Peer Gold Medal Silver Medals Margaret Gillis Nicole Shanley Monica Galluccio Monica Galluccio Julia Hart Eric Spagnoli J a n e Wa k e fi e l d Allen Judd Samuel Jennings Jane Wakefield Elena Bonetti Monica Schweizer Allen Judd Alissa Whitten Bronze Margret Gillis Peter Kelly edals Kenneth Fong M Silver Maxima Cum Laude Kathleen Peter Kelly McLaughlin Robert Cain Nolan McIsaac Ria DeFranzo Elizabeth McCall Michael McGinnity Magna Cum Laude Juliana Dolan Later, in March the students competed in the Roman Civilization Exam that draws Monica Galluccio upon a student’s knowledge of Roman Joe Ripa history, moves, and culture. This is a Nina Velona demanding task since it covers so wide a Cum Laude swath of knowledge that makes a student know a lot about a lot. Yet AC acquitted Marc Bardascino itself well. Winning awards were: Anexandria Kindle Meghan Kreider Bronze Medals Elizabeth McCall Margaret Gillis Nikki Doherty
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Campus Ministry Happenings The Arlington Catholic school community has had a great deal of activity in the Campus Ministry program during the second half of the year. The students and staff appreciate the importance of sharing their gifts and giving to others.
Christmas Gifts The students and staff of Arlington Catholic were very generous during the Christmas season by providing Christmas gifts to the clients at the Massachusetts Coalition for the Homeless. The school community became involved in “A Bed for Every Child” program by providing bed linens and stuffed animals for the project. No child in Massachusetts should have to worry about having a bed to sleep in at night. All of the gifts were beautifully wrapped and decorated. We hope that we have given some comfort to the poor in Massachusetts.
Above: Pilgrimage for Life Pilgrimage for Life During January, Campus Minister, Sister Barbara McHugh and Theology teacher Mr. Serge Clivio accompanied 19 students to the annual Pilgrimage for Life in Washington, DC. The Pilgrimage is held each year on the anniversary on Roe vs. Wade which legalized abortion in the United States. The Arlington Catholic contingent joined over 400 other students and chaperones from the Archdiocese of Boston. Cardinal Sean O’Malley joined the Boston delegation as well. The pilgrims braved snow and bitter cold weather to stand up and support the value of life. After the event, some students were asked to share their experiences with members of the Pro-Life group from St. Agnes Parish in Arlington. It was a privilege to travel to our nation’s capital in support of life.
Catholic Schools Week Catholic Schools Week is held each year throughout the nation during the last week of January. Communities of Faith, Knowledge and Service was used as the special theme for this school year. Arlington Catholic is a community where faith is encouraged and lived daily, knowledge is shared among students, teachers and staff, and service is at the heart of the mission of Arlington Catholic. The students led special prayers each day and Mr. Biagioni provided free bagels to the students on Student Appreciation Day. A luncheon was provided for teachers Above: Blood Drive and staff in recognition of their care and dedication. We gratefully support Catholic education.
18 I ACHS Fidelitas SPRING 2014 Lent The students and staff participated in a special Prayer Retreats Campus Ministry Service on Ash Wednesday. Father Brian Flatley, our Pastor, Happenings presided at the service. The students participated in the It was an amazing year for the retreat service as readers, musicians, and distributed ashes. Also program as we again ventured down during the Lenten season the students had opportunities the street, literally, to St. Raphael’s to receive the Sacrament of Reconciliation. Father Flatley in Medford for three great junior and Father Jack Graham graciously shared their time in retreats. In addition to our successful giving students the chance to receive the sacrament. We junior program, we also offered a are grateful for the ongoing support of Father Flatley and senior retreat at the Espousal Center Father Jack in support of the Arlington Catholic school in Waltham. This was a great way for community. our seniors to finish off their last days as an AC student. And lastly, we Blood Drive invited youth minister Scott Morin from IC in Malden to speak to our On April 8, the students and staff held an annual Blood freshmen about the importance of Drive for the American Red Cross. Many students and community, before heading down to staff donated blood and helped with the organization the newly refurbished pit for some of the day. We have tried to instill in our students an games and fun. In all, the retreat understanding of the importance of donating blood program was able to offer spirituality on a regular basis. We were happy to help this very and reflection to over 300 of our worthwhile organization. students. Thanks to all the teachers, administrators, staff, and of course Walk for Hunger the students themselves for their The students of Arlington Catholic once again participated help, understanding, and dedication. in the Greater Boston Walk for Hunger on Sunday, May 4. Without all of them, it could have This walk has been an annual tradition at Arlington Catholic never succeeded. It truly was a very for more than 25 years beginning with former Principal, memorable year! Sister Cathy Clifford. The students were happy to help the poor in Massachusetts.
Christian Service The students of Arlington Catholic have been working very diligently completing Christian Service hours. All students are required to complete 60 hours of Christian Service before graduation. The Arlington Catholic students have been completing hours at hospitals, nursing homes, recreation centers, soup kitchens and the like. We encourage the students to understand the importance of giving back to others in thanksgiving for all the God has given to us.
Ascension Thursday The students and staff joined in prayer at a liturgy for the Feast of the Ascension. As May is the special month dedicated to our Blessed Mother, we had the annual May Crowning during the Mass. We would like to thank senior, Michael Bonetti, for his participation in coordinating the May Crowning.
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Humanitarians in our Halls
started to grow. We investigated a service opportunity to another state and found the Romero Center in Camden, NJ. This April will have been our fourth trip to Camden to help serve the poor and needy of Camden, the poorest and one of the most crime-ridden cities in the U.S. Once students participate in this trip they cannot wait to return the next year. The AC Humanitarian Club now sponsors an American Cancer Society Relay for Life team and we have reached Bronze Level twice. Kerrianne Conroy is a team captain. In order to fund some of our activities our current president Jenelle Cadigan suggested and brought into being our monthly Bake Sales. These are quite popular and they, along with Tag Days, bring in needed funds to support our efforts. Some of the money has gone to charities such as Superstorm Sandy relief, relief for the disaster in Haiti, and the American Heart Association, to name a few. Other activities the club has participated in include collection of canned goods for the Arlington Food Bank, trips to the Greater Boston Food Bank, preparation and serving of lunch at Rosie’s Place, and setting up and running Craft Days with the children of St. Agnes School. Last fall we took bout 6 years ago Marie Corea (Class of ‘09) and Linda up a collection to meet the needs of the Northeast Animal Buehler (Class of ‘10) approached me to ask if I would Shelter. Recently we supported a local small bakery and be the faculty advisor for a new club they wanted to start. decorated cookies to sell at our bake sale. We have made They wanted some sort of “action oriented” club that went no-sew blankets for the overseas troops and have sent them Aout and did things to help the community at large. From Christmas cards. Every other month or so we participate in the very beginning they, and other students, took charge of the Boston Sock Exchange. We join with parishioners of the events they were interested in getting involved in. They St. Agnes Church to help distribute food and clothing to the took on the recycling efforts at AC, whereby students signed poor on Boston Common. We continue to investigate new up to be responsible for a classroom or office. Each week ways in which to serve others and to fulfill our motto “People they empty the recycling bins and our “Recycling Director” Helping People”. oversees this whole project. Our directors include A.J. Chun (Class of ‘12) as well as our current director, Jackie Joyce. Since the club has grown in its activities and membership over We have had meetings where we view documentaries on the years it became more than just a club. These students the environmental effects of mountain top removal in embody the mission of the school and they “act justly, love mining, as well as atrocities in Africa, and adolescent issues tenderly, and walk humbly” with their God. They live out in the U.S. Students searched out opportunities to serve, Catholic Social Teaching in many ways . Therefore, the such as the Charles River Cleanup and the “Halloween Humanitarian Club is now the Social Outreach and Social Town” event sponsored by local hospitals to raise funds Justice branch of the AC Campus Ministry program. for children’s health. During this event Humanitarians The students’ enthusiasm, creativity, and energy give me helped play games and run events for the children who renewed inspiration and they challenge me to be more than participated. Chris Laffey (Class of ‘12) took on the role I thought I could be. It is a privilege and an honor to be the of president after Linda and Marie graduated and the club faculty advisor for this club. Andrea M. Morrissey
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Reflections on the Humanitarian‘‘ Club
Jake Fulton When posed with the prompt of uncovering what it means to be a humanitarian, my first thoughts were what it means to be a human. All humans have the rights to life, freedom, food, To be a shelter, clean drinking water, and clothing, as the very basics. In a perfect world, all human beings would be ensured these rights; there would be no need to work for charity and social justice. To be a humanitarian means to provide these needs to those less fortunate as it is their right. humanitarian Joining the Arlington Catholic Humanitarian Club was one of the best decisions I have made ‘‘ throughout my course at AC. Shortly after joining at the beginning of my sophomore year, I is not only to threw myself out of my comfort zone, acquiring a different perspective of problems plaguing today’s society, such as poverty, homelessness, and hunger. I have been fortunate to serve at such provide charity places as the Greater Boston Food Bank, the Boston Sock Exchange, and the Relay for Life of Arlington. Through all these experiences, I witnessed first hand the plights of those fighting and justice to those hunger, homelessness, and cancer, respectively. Through each of these events, I was overjoyed to see the masses catering to the needs of those less fortunate. Through each of these events, the less fortunate, but humanitarian spirit dwelling within me and those around me swelled. But even though each of these events made a difference, it is troubling to know that all the work of humanitarians is not enough to fulfill the rights of the needy. also is to be a Perhaps the greatest exercises of humanitarian values by the members of this club is the annual trip to the Romero Center in Camden, New Jersey. A little background on Camden: just East of beacon of hope Philadelphia, Camden is a city in southern New Jersey. According to the United States Census Bureau, Camden has a graduation rate of only 49%, a poverty rate soaring around 40%, and for the hopeless, the highest crime rate in the nation, 560% higher than the national average. Situated in a hub of urban decay, crime, and poverty, the mission of the Romero Center’s Urban Challenge is to the lost and introduce fortunate suburban people to the plight of Camden’s people, through education about the city and active service in areas such as food banks, nursing homes, pre-schools, and other institutions. Each site I have served at over my two trips to Camden has instilled in me the very forgotten in values of humanitarianism, that is, providing to the lacking what is their right. modern society. To be a humanitarian is not only to provide charity and justice to those less fortunate, but also is to be a beacon of hope for the hopeless, the lost and forgotten in modern society. Throughout my membership in the Arlington Catholic Humanitarian Club, active participation in various services to those in need has given me the tools to continue to work for justice in our world throughout my life, and to invite others to join the humanitarian cause.
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Reflections on the Humanitarian Club (Con’t.)
Jenelle Cadigan as the past two years have been, I am so thankful to have been a part of this amazing club and I encourage As president of the Humanitarian Club for the past anyone who hasn’t signed up in the past to do so. two years, and having been a member for the past four years, I have never been more proud or excited about I am proud to announce that Giuliana O’Connell will the incredible group of members we have had for the be next year’s new president, and Jake Fulton will be 2013-2014 school year. Together, this year, through next year’s new vice president. In addition, Yoo Jung much fundraising efforts (and a LOT of baked goods), Hah will be the treasurer and Jin Young Je will be the we have raised the most money in the history of the recycling manager. I wish you all the best of luck and I Humanitarian Club. hope you bring the club to new heights. Our totals this year have helped us pay for our trips to the Greater Boston Food Bank and the Romero Karmen Lu Center. In addition, they have also given us the ability to donate to other special programs, specifically Being an AC humanitarian means helping others the Northeast Animal Shelter and the American in our community. Through the Arlington Catholic Cancer Society. On top of all of those activities, Humanitarian Club, I have worked at a few Sock the Humanitarian Club has also thoughtfully sent Exchanges at Boston Common. At these Sock Christmas cards and homemade blankets to our troops Exchanges, we gave sandwiches, fruit, water, socks, over the past couple of years. mittens, and other everyday necessities to the less fortunate of Boston. I saw how giving some time to We have all come such a long way, and I am extremely my community could make a difference. On those thankful to all of our members who volunteered cold Saturday mornings, I realized a couple things. their time to participate in these activities. The One was the fact that I only spent a few hours in the Humanitarian Club is a great way to stay involved, do cold and had a warm home to return to afterwards. community service, and give back to those in needs. However, these less fortunate people had to spend the To me, being a Humanitarian means to give everyone entire winter out in the cold. Another thing I realized the opportunity to enjoy their life, no matter how was that I took all of the items we were passing out rough it may be. Feeding the hungry, clothing the for granted. Having opportunities like these, I found naked, giving thanks and comfort to our soldiers, a deeper appreciation for the life I have, the human helping find a cure for cancer and supporting the relationships in my life, and how fortunate I am. survivors are all ways that our Humanitarians have Through the Humanitarian Club, I have seen the cared for the wellness of others. As hectic and busy significant difference a few hours can make.
22 I ACHS Fidelitas SPRING 2014 on the Humanitarian Club (Con’t.) Reflections Senior Reflections The art of the mini essay
Mrs. Lauren Dever gave her English IV students a writing challenge. They were to choose two of the following topics to write about, in very few words. Since space was limited, students were instructed to pay close attention to diction and overall style. Here are some of the results:
My four years of high school were incredible. From freshman OPTION 1: semi, to junior prom, football games to hockey games and all Your high school the other activities in between. High school was unforgettable experience in 40 words thanks to Arlington Catholic. – Julie Bowen To mark your four years of high school please write a 40 word essay My future is looking bright as I am attending my first choice describing your experience at AC. college next year. I can thank AC for giving me the ability to achieve this goal. All of my hard work has paid off and I can OPTION 2: thank my teachers for showing me the way to success. I will always be a cougar at heart, but a pioneer next year. Hindsight is 20/20 – Jill Santini Write a 60 word essay explaining what you would tell yourself as a freshman I have really matured over the past four years and it is thanks if you could go back in time. to my experiences at AC. I have learned that it doesn’t matter how many friends you have, but rather what matters is if you have the right friends. OPTION 3: The world as your classroom – Matt Martel
Write a 30 word essay on the most I have never felt more of a sense of community than at AC. powerful lesson you learned outside From Friday night football games to school masses, I actually of the classroom during the last four felt a part of something meaningful. Three words will stay years. with me forever: “We are AC.” – Angela Pappalardo OPTION 4: My wish for you… High school has been awesome. My interaction with others as well as with teachers has provided me not only with a Write a 50 word essay on the theme classroom education, but also and undoubtedly wisening “what I wish for future generations of experience. Although I haven’t met everyone, the people I’ve Arlington Catholic students” or “what met will be remembered. I wish for Arlington Catholic.” – Daniel Kwolek
OPTION 5: Accept the challenge. Arlington Catholic was more than just a challenge. It was an experience that lasted four years. It was My future…thanks to my past friends and memories that will last a lifetime. It was ever- Write a 60 word essay on the above changing, ever entertaining. It will be remembered forever. theme- be as specific as possible. – Sarah Hanley
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Students of the Quarter At the end of every quarter, teachers nominate students and then the full faculty takes a final vote on who should receive the honor of Student of the Quarter. A student from each class is chosen based on their commitment to living the AC motto: “Act justly, love tenderly, walk humbly with God.”
Second Quarter Recipients
Craig Diskin, Freshman Bernie McGovern, Sophomore Melissa Rogers, Junior Emilee Cocuzzo, Senior
Third Quarter Recipients
Mike Balboni, Freshman Andrew Griffen, Sophomore Katherine Crane, Junior
Danielle Sheehan, Senior Fourth Quarter Recipients Kerrianne Conroy, Senior
James Cordero, Freshman Justin Geneus, Sophomore Zander Dolan, Junior
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Arts at theNight Regent Underground The outside of The Regent Theatre Underground can be deceiving: it doesn’t look like AC turf – no blue and gold, no lockers, no hallowed halls, athletic banners, or gymnasium acoustics here. But inside ... it’s undeniably AC: joyful voices, music, art, color, creativity, and impromptu sing-a-longs. Your descent into the Underground for Arts Night on May 7th was worth it. Art everywhere! Recycled water bottles and aluminum cans bloomed into bold flowers or surfaced as sea creatures; ceramic, papier mache, water color, paint, charcoal drew you into the intimate, friendly space. The event featured art from students in Art I, Painting & Drawing, Design, Sculpture, Visual Arts Studio and Photography Club, and was punctuated with presentations from the Drama Club and Choir. Throughout the evening, guests and artists mingled, contributing together to the Art Department’s ‘What is Art?’ mural project, enjoying refreshments and of course the good company. Thanks to all who participated and attended, your support of the Arts as AC is appreciated!
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The Wizard of OZ This year’s spring musical performed by the ACDC – the Wizard of Oz. Two casts provided a very full weekend of entertainment for all.
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Art Awards Michaela Knight has been selected to attend Art All-State Congratulations to Michaela Knight ‘15 on her acceptance into this year’s Art All-Sate! The Worcester Art Museum hosts Art All-State one Boston Globe Scholastic weekend a year, for talented Juniors, nominated by their Art teachers. Art All-State provides the Art Award Winners opportunity for high school Juniors to meet their Congratulations to Lydia Genard 14’ whose peers, work with professional artists, learn about post Sculpture, two individual photographs, and entire secondary art training, and investigate art careers. Art Portfolio won Gold Keys in the Boston Globe Art All-State is designed to foster high caliber art Scholastic Art Awards! education for the young people of Massachusetts by matching students with professional artists to Her works, along with other Silver and Gold Key create large-scale artworks inspired by the Museum’s winners’ pieces were exhibited at Boston City Hall in collection. Through gallery and studio experiences March. The Scholastic Art & Writing Awards, now AAS challenges and inspires these participants to presented by the nonprofit Alliance for Young Artists think creatively about themselves and the role that & Writers, not only celebrate the rich future of artistic art can play in life after high school. Eight studio America, but also document its past. The program has groups are each lead by two professional artists, who been credited with identifying early talent in generations help facilitate the students in the creative process. of America’s cultural icons, including Truman Capote The artists, who come from a variety of different (1932), Richard Avedon (1941), Andy Warhol (ca. 1945), art disciplines, also act as mentors for the student Sylvia Plath (1947), Robert Redford (1954) and Zac participants. We can’t wait to hear and see Posen (1998), each of whom won the award when they how it goes, Michaela! were in high school. “Work Horses,” photography, Gold Key
Left: Lydia Genard 14’ “Eye of the Elder, photography, Gold Key displays her award- “Born from the Ashes,” sculpture, Gold Key winning portfolio “I’m Ready for my Close-up,” photography, art portfolio, Gold Key “Long-haired Beauty,” photography, art portfolio, Gold Key “The Picture Of Loyalty,” photography, art portfolio, Gold Key “What Am I Up To?,” photography, art portfolio, Gold Key “Close Up II,” photography, art portfolio, Gold Key “Eye Of The Beholder,” photography, art portfolio, Gold Key “At Rest,” photography, art portfolio, Gold Key “Thoughtfulness,” photography, art portfolio, Gold Key
Changyan “Tony” Gao also received an Honorable Mention for his photograph ‘Corporate Desperation’.
Right: Tony Gao’s photograph ‘Corporate Desperation’
28 I ACHS Fidelitas SPRING 2014 It’s Not You, It ’s Me
This year’s submission to the Massachusetts High School Drama Festival was directed by junior, Alyssa Cunha. While no newcomer to the stage (Alyssa has performed in numerous theatrical productions here at AC), Festival 2014 was her first experience directing. The one act play, “It’s Not You, It’s Me” by Dan Zolidis, provided students with a chance to exercise their comedic chops. Student actors, James Cordero and Isabelle Tumblin, recognized for their stand-out performances, were named to the all-star company comprised of students from eight participating high schools.
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Winter Sports Snapshot
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Scholar Athletes Jennifer Corso and Allen Judd Jennifer Corso has made the most of her four years at Arlington Catholic High School. Taking the easy path is not part of her makeup. Jen has excelled in the classroom throughout high school, having achieved First or Second Honors each quarter of her high school career; this achievement is amplified by the fact that she has taken multiple honors courses since freshman year, and currently challenges herself with five Advanced Placement courses. Fittingly, Jen is a member of both the Spanish National Honor Society and AC’s chapter of the National Honor Society. Along with carrying an intense academic workload, Jennifer has distinguished herself athletically as well. A four-year varsity starting goalie for the Girls’ Soccer team, Jennifer capped off a strong career with a highly decorated senior season. As captain, Jen led her team to the state tournament, and was voted as the team’s MVP and Sportsmanship Award winner. Her accomplishments were further recognized by her selection as both a CCL All- Star and an Eastern Mass All-Star. On the court, Jennifer was an integral part of AC’s highly successful Girls’ Basketball program. A three-year varsity member, Jen played on the 2012 league championship team and helped anchor the 2014 Division 2 State Championship squad. Jennifer is undecided about her college plans at this time, but will attend either Boston University or Bentley University in the fall. Throughout her academic and athletic career at AC, Jen Corso has personified the belief that, through hard work and determination, great things can be achieved!
Few students have left such an impressive mark at Arlington Catholic than Allen Judd. Allen has embraced AC’s motto of “Accept the Challenge” with full vigor both Scholar Athletes must achieve a academically and athletically. His transcript reflects his academic strengths, having taken letter for at least two years in two all honors level and AP level courses since freshman year, and achieving A’s in virtually separate Varsity sports in addition every subject he has studied. Allen is a decorated Classics student, receiving awards and to being the highest ranking commendations from the National Latin, Roman, and Classics exams. He has immersed student in competition. himself in extracurricular activities such as Science Club, SADD, Model UN and the Yearbook staff. His contributions and work ethic, both in and out of the classroom, are exemplary. Allen’s athletic achievements are equally impressive. He has played four different sports in his time at AC, and has distinguished himself in Cross Country, Track, and Tennis. Allen has been voted a CCL All-Star twice in Cross Country, and has had a great deal of success during his indoor seasons. In Tennis, Allen has been a dominant force in the CCL, having been voted League MVP as a sophomore and as a junior. Most importantly, he has been voted by his peers as a three- year captain, a rare feat that demonstrates his leadership and the respect garnered through his hard work and commitment to his sport. Allen is the embodiment of “scholar-athlete,” and his accomplishments will be ultimately recognized as the Valedictorian of AC’s Class of 2014. He will further his education at Harvard University in the fall.
32 I ACHS Fidelitas SPRING 2014 Gentlewoman and Gentleman Athletes Maura Buckley and Nicholas Iudiciani Maura Buckley has been chosen to receive the 2014 Gentlewoman Athlete Award. Maura’s excellent academic work is reflected in her superb GPA and her membership in both the National Spanish Honor Society and the National Honor Society. For her entire high school career she has been a member of the Varsity Soccer and Basketball Teams, serving as soccer captain her senior year and as a basketball captain in her junior and senior years. She has been named a CCL All-Star several times and is an inspiration to her teammates as well. Maura has also been a member of the Spanish and Campus Ministry Clubs, and has also played AAU Basketball outside of school. Maura will be attending Worcester Polytechnic Institute in the fall and is sure to continue to have great success, we wish her well. The Woman and Gentleman Athletes are Nicholas Iudiciani has been chosen to receive the 2014 Gentleman Athlete Award. A four- nominated by their coaches and chosen year member of the Baseball and Basketball teams at AC, Nick has helped his teams to by the faculty and staff of AC with the the postseason several times. His transcript reflects many honors and AP courses where criteria being that the athlete conduct he was able to earn high grades while participating in sports and extracurricular activities, themselves with dignity and class, both including National Honor Society, the Spanish/World Language Club and the Debate on and off the playing field. Club. Nick has been an asset to the Arlington Catholic community we wish him the best of luck and continued academic and athletic success.
Girls For the second time in fourBasketball years, the Girls Basketball team won the Division 2 State Championship! After a great regular season, the girls entered the Division 2 North Tournament beating Pentucket and Bedford allowing them to meet Watertown in the Division 2 North Finals. After a great game, they beat Watertown which brought them to the Boston Garden where they beat a tough Duxbury Team. They finally arrived at the Division 2 State Final to play Longmeadow High School for the Championship. After a slow start, the Cougars came back in overtime to beat Longmeadow by a score of 43-35.
The girls were awarded beautiful pendants and plaques to commemorate their championship season.
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2014 MSHCA All Academic Team and Lt. Scott Milley Military Award - Luke Amato Sports Inductee MSHCA Assistant Coaches FALL SPORTS AwardsVolleyball Award Recipient - Jim Hunt Record 18-4* Girls Cross Country Indoor Track CCL All Stars Record 5-1* Record 8-0* Demi Fogarty CCL All Stars Jillian Santini CCL All Stars Alexandra Kay Olivia Scioletti Nikki Doherty Olivia Liberti Stephanie Kelley Kaitlin McCauley WINTER SPORTS Serena McNary Kathleen McLaughlin Danielle Sheehan Veronica Seguin Girls Basketball CCL Champions Olivia Stewart Record 19-5* CCL Champions Swimming CCL All Stars Record 5-3* Boys Cross Country Maura Buckley Emma Lutz CCL All Stars Record 7-1* Melissa Rogers Sophia Arredondo CCL All Stars Division 2 State Champions Dan Fothergill Allen Judd Jess Higgins Mike Venditti CCL MVP & Boston Herald All Scholastic - Emma Lutz SPRING SPORTS Football Mass. Coaches Assoc Record 2-9 All Academic Team & Girls Lacrosse CCL All Stars Mass Coaches Assoc Record 11-8* Kyle Bairos Division 2 Player of CCL All Stars Matt Wesoloski the Year - Maura Buckley Ellen Coholan Greg Whelan Mass Coaches Assoc Danielle Kelley Coach of the Year - Dave Brady Elizabeth O’Donovan Golf Marisa Opalinski Record 13-0* Boys Basketball CCL MVP - Lacrosse - Marisa Opalinski CCL All Stars Record 13-9* Sam Jennings CCL All Stars Boys Lacrosse Jake Peer Lou Doherty Record 14-6* Matt Peterson Matt Wesoloski John Richard CCL All Stars Luke Amato Nate Tikonoff Girls Ice Hockey Billy Barrett CCL Champions Record 19-3-2* Aaron Cook Division 3 North CCL All Stars Connor Donovan Sectional Champions Andrew Haytayan Katherine Crane Dylan Morris CCL League MVP - Gary Babigian Erin Healy Danielle Kelley Boston Globe Jessica Piracini Baseball All Scholastic - John Richard Adrieana Rossini Record 13-8* D3 Coach of CCL Champions CCL All Stars the Year - Rob Sarmiento Division 1 State Kyle Boudrias Championship Finalist Justin DeMarco Girls Soccer Paul Frisoli Record 5-8-5 Boston Globe Super Ryan Spagnoli Team & Boston Herald Matt Wesoloski CCL All Stars Dream Team - Adrieana Rossini Haleigh Butler CCL Co-Champions Jenny Corso Boston Herald CCL Co-MVP - Paul Frisoli Melissa Rogers All Star Team - Jessica Piracini Kaila Sulllivan MSHCA Coach Softball Eastern Mass of the Year - Maggie Taverna Record 18-6* All Star - Jenny Corso CCL All Stars Boys Ice Hockey Emily Arredondo Boys Soccer Record 13-7-1* Courtney Casey Record 4-10-2 CCL All Stars Molly McLean CCL All Stars Jon Luke Dee Melissa Rogers Shannon Svenson Joe Giesta Brian Goggin Ben O’Brien John Richard Boston Herald Demetri Papathanasiou Ryan Smith All Scholastic - Courtney Casey Ryan Spagnoli Ryan Tierney
34 I ACHS Fidelitas SPRING 2014 Girls Spring Track Record 6-3* CCL All Stars Nikki Doherty Sports Stephanie Kelley Wrap Up Sarah Maimone Serena McNary Alexandra Kay Krystle Campbell Memorial Olivia Liberti Scholarship Tournament Kaitlyn Maguire After numerous rain delays, the AC Softball team participated Veronica Seguin Danielle Sheehan in the first Annual Krystle Campbell Softball Tournament CCL League Meet Champions hosted by Medford High School. Also participating in the tournament were Billerica and Swampscott High Schools. Boys Spring Track The tournament is a fundraiser for the Krystle Campbell Record 3-6* Scholarship Fund, and the First pitch was thrown by CCL All Stars Medford Mayor and AC Alum Mike McGlynn ’71. Satish Reginald In the end, AC won the tourney and Erin Lane, was named MVP of the tournament. Boys Tennis Record 7-7* Dan Shine 500th Win Krystle Campbell Memorial Tournament CCL All Stars The boys Hockey team had a great season to celebrate. In Allen Judd addition to making the tournament, Coach Dan Shine won Hyun Chan No Nick Papathanasiou his 500th game! Coach Shine has been coaching the boys ice hockey team since 1978, and during his tenure won 8 Girls Tennis CCL Titles, the 1990 Division 2 State Championship, the Record 8-9 1997 Super 8 Tournament and the 2010 Division 1 State CCL All Stars Championship. Additionally, since Mr. Shine has been Eileen Flynn Athletic Director at AC, the school has won 109 CCL Rachel Park Emma Wiklund Championships in 17 Varsity Sports as well as 10 State Championships in Football, Boys Ice Hockey, Girls Ice *Qualified for Tournament Play Hockey, Boys Basketball, and Girls Basketball! Coach Dan Shine won his 500th game! Kyle Bairos was presented with the Dr. 1,000 Point Club John Treanor Award for Outstanding Maura Buckley wrapped up a great year of basketball. Not Performance in Football. only did her team win the State Championship, Maura has Ellen Coholan and Matt Wesoloski been added to the list of 18 Arlington Catholic graduates (11 were awarded the John Cronin Award for of whom are women) who have scored over 1,000 points in Outstanding Contribution in Basketball. their basketball careers with 1,041 points! The David Powers Jr. Award honoring the best senior Defensive Hockey Player, was Coach Brady 300th Win presented to Jon Luke Dee and Brian The girls basketball team had yet another reason to celebrate Goggin. this year – Coach Dave Brady won his 300th game! Coach The Hobey-Baker Award honoring a Brady has been the girls basketball coach here for 22 hockey player who best displays character years! In that time, he has won 7 CCL titles and 2 state and sportsmanship was presented to John championships! Congrats to Coach Brady! Richard. Return to the Garden third trip to the Garden Nick Canniff and Serena McNary were awarded the Coach Thomas Duffy Award While the Girls Ice Hockey Team has racked up their for Achievement in Track. fair share of State Championship Hockey Teams, the one thing they had not won, until this past season, was a CCL The Coach Bob Martin Award was given to Courtney Casey for Achievement in title. After another fantastic season, the girls finally delivered Softball. on the one thing they had yet to accomplish as a team, a Catholic Central League Title. But they did not stop there, Nick Iudiciani was given the John the Cougars followed those wins with a third trip to the J. Finnigan Award for Dedication in Baseball. Garden in as many years. They lost a tough game to a fantastic Duxbury squad, but hopefully will make a fourth Presley Silva was awarded the Jessica trip to the Garden next year and come home with the trophy. Downey Fiorino Award for Dedication in Volleyball.
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Saint Agnes School Hall of Fame As part of the 125th Anniversary that Saint Agnes School is celebrating this year, they inducted four inaugural members into their Hall of Fame. Arlington Catholic is proud that three of those four members are also Arlington Catholic Alumni! So, a heartfelt congratulations goes out to Saint Agnes School for their 125 years of success, as well as congratulations to Charlie Keefe ’69, Ed Woods ’73 and Betty (Papagni) Lally ’74. In additional to being AC Alums, we are also blessed to have Betty Lally as a member of the Arlington Catholic High School staff.
Here is an excerpt from Betty’s acceptance speech that we would like to share with you:
“I am proud and humbled to be standing here in front of you tonight. I want to acknowledge my family, friends and colleagues here tonight. I feel very blessed to have my husband and family here (most of whom are also alumns of St. Agnes and Arlington Catholic) and I am so grateful for their love and support. I would like to especially recognize my parents for which I am so happy to be able to share this with them tonight. They have taught me the importance of family, friendship, values and my Catholic beliefs. My Catholic education was indeed a privilege and wonderful gift from them. The values and faith they taught me at home were reinforced every day at school. St. Agnes was the place that I thrived spiritually, socially and academically because it instilled Catholic values, beliefs and traditions while receiving a quality education. I have been lucky enough to experience St. Agnes as a student and a parent as well as an employee of the parish. After graduating from St. Agnes I traveled across the street to Arlington Catholic and then on to Aquinas College. I was taught by the Sisters of St. Joseph for 14 years and they definitely have played an important role in shaping me to become the person I am today. While sometimes I may have considered the rules of Catholic education as “strict”, these rules served as guidelines and I truly believe that they have helped to strengthen my principles and encouraged me to make good decisions. Arlington Catholic is only a few short steps away from St Agnes and it was a bridge for me to continue my Catholic education and spiritual growth. As the Guidance secretary at Arlington Catholic, I actively participate in nurturing and mentoring high school students. Some of my favorite activities and programs that I am involved in include the Drama Club, the Cougar Cub program, leading junior retreats, making Origami Cranes for graduation, hockey cheerleading coach, and most importantly, helping incoming freshmen students feel welcomed at AC. I also want to add that I have recently become involved with Brigham and Women’s Hospital knitting hats for inner city children. This has become a most rewarding experience especially when I received a personalized “thank you” note from a young boy for his hand made hat and a picture of him wearing it with the biggest smile on his face. I credit St. Agnes School and Arlington Catholic for developing my personal character with the foundation for doing for others. Lastly, but certainly not the least, I also want to acknowledge all the parents I have had the pleasure to interact and become friends with as a parent at St. Agnes because their sacrifices, dedication and their spirit of volunteerism have also contributed to the prosperity of the school and our children. So, to all of you, I share this award.
Left: Inductee Betty Lally Right: Saint Agnes School Hall of Fame Inductees L-R: Father Helmick, Betty Lally ’74, Ed Woods ’73, and Chad Keefe, who accepted on behalf of his father, Charlie Keefe ’69
36 I ACHS Fidelitas SPRINGWINTER 2014 2014 Honoring Thank you to all the donors whose Thank you to the Our Sisters generosity made this possible: Committee of Faculty As we celebrate 50 years of graduates Arlington Catholic Football Program and Staff for their from Arlington Catholic, we do so with a Arlington Catholic Hockey Program hard work and input: Stephen Biagioni recommitment to the mission of Arlington Sheila Babine ‘75 Catholic. That mission, founded by the Betty Lally ‘74 John Carroll ‘64 Sisters of Saint Joseph, promises to educate Maura Lavalle and challenge young men and women Tom Fitzgerald ‘71 Sister Barbara McHugh academically, spiritually, and socially in a The Keefe Family William Murray caring, supportive environment, in order to The Lavalle Family In Memory of Lee-Ann Pepicelli-Murray ‘93 prepare them to be life-long learners and Sister Murieth and Sister Mura contributors, who are committed to a just Daniel Shine Susan MacDonald ‘68 society. It continues to be an important part of the Arlington Catholic mission and Paul MacDonald ‘70 We are grateful to Donna legacy of the Sisters of Saint Joseph to keep John Shack ‘64 (Lavalle) Rockwell ’89 for her the cost of tuition reasonable for families Dan and Terri ’75 Shine artistry and design. In addition, we thank Rick Vallarelli and Bob while maintaining excellence in all areas of Mark Sullivan ‘72 the school. Sooley for their craftsmanship. Charles Uglietto ‘79 As we celebrate the 140th Anniversary Wayne Williams ‘67 of the Sisters of Saint Joseph of Boston, we found a way to permanently Edward Woods ‘73 recognize those whose backbone this school was built upon – the Sisters of Saint Joseph, the teachers and spiritual leaders of Arlington Catholic for over 50 years. As you know, the Sisters started this school and made it flourish, they also were the seeds that inspired and nourished thousands of young minds. Many of our alums would not be who they are without the support, guidance and dedication of these nuns, and this school certainly would not be what it is without them. On March 16th, we dedicated this new display at Arlington Catholic. The day began with a Mass of celebration at Saint Agnes Church, followed by a reception and dedication ceremony at Arlington Catholic. Father Flatley presided over the Mass and led the dedication ceremony, along with Sister Rosemary Brennan, the current President of the Sisters of Saint Joseph of Boston. Many of the Sisters of Saint Joseph attended the ceremony, including Sister Frances Agnes Blake, who was one of the first Faculty members at AC!
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Inspiration – Pro Bono! The Arlington Catholic Human Rights Club invited Veronica Carlino, Class of 2003, to address the topic of “Values, Justice and the Law”. Veronica is currently an Assistant District Attorney for Middlesex County. After graduating from Suffolk University, summa cum laude, Veronica attended New England School of Law where she received her J.D., cum laude. A group of more than forty students gathered in the library after school to hear Veronica’s presentation. Veronica talked about how her education at Arlington Catholic fueled her passion for social justice issues and helped her discover her talent for public speaking and debate. Her intellect, passion, and warmth of personality impressed all those who were present. Veronica had the students debrief a famous case that addressed the moral complexities involved in administering justice. With Veronica’s encouragement, the students asked thought-provoking questions that stimulated debate and discussion. Veronica also fielded general questions about the nature of law school and her work as an Assistant District Attorney. We are so proud of Veronica’s accomplishments. Her desire to make a meaningful contribution to society through her commitment to intellectual rigor, moral courage, justice and compassion embodies the spirit of Arlington Catholic. Some of the students who attended the presentation share their comments below:
“She clearly explained how her high school “She was inspiring in that she used to be choices changed who she was and led her shy but now is a prominent woman. Her to a career in the law…Personally, I am very enthusiasm for what she does was the most interested in the law and aspire to be in a impressive aspect” similar position as Ms. Carlino…This was --Greg Huh ‘15 an eye-opening experience that influenced the way I’ll think of my future.” -- Sarah Reis ‘15 “We discussed many topics and every point was more in depth than the last. Ms. Carlino’s presentation was very entertaining “She taught me about the fundamental interest and made me consider becoming an lawyers have in helping people, and presented attorney like her.” an interesting view on moral problems’ --Sam Jennings ‘15 --Elizabeth McCall ‘15
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Alumni Murphy/Moynihan wedding News Erica (Uliano) Holleran ’05. The newlyweds class of 1996 honeymooned in Cancun, Mexico. Melissa Leach earned her M.S. in Human Factors in Information Design from Bentley 2010 University last Spring. She is currently working class of as a Senior User Experience Researcher at Meghan Lake was accepted into the School for Acquia, a Boston-based technology innovator. Field Studies (SFS) Australia, a part of the Biology Deparment at Holy Cross, which she completed last Melissa Snow at UNH Spring Semester. Her research on the Lumholtz tree class of 1999 kangaroo was presented during the International Kristen Golden married Jason Lambert on Tree Kangaroo Workshop in Melbourne by her May 18, 2013 at St. Francis de Sales Church advisor Dr. Siggy Pavlov last November. She lived in Charlestown, MA. They are the proud new and studied in the Rain Forest with students from parents of William Lambert, who arrived on all over the country many of whom are now close January 29, 2014. They currently reside in friends. Meg was also awarded an internship at the Wilmington, MA and Kristen is working as an NE Aquarium, Boston. When she not studying or RN at MassGeneral Hospital in Boston. traveling down under she is playing rugby. Her team won the Woman’s’ Division 2 New England Colligate Meghan Lake in Australia 2003 Champion her sophomore year. Meghan scored the class of winning Try (touch down). On October 12, 2013, Kerri (Murphy) wed Brian Moynihan at St. Charles Church in Melissa Snow recently starred in 2 main stage Woburn. The reception was held at the Seaport productions at the University of New Hampshire. In World Trade Center, Boston. The wedding was November Estranged based on Camus’ the Stranger attended by many AC alumni. The wedding and in February in Sila as a baby polar bear. Melissa party was Laurie (Murphy) Greene ‘00, Laura also wrote and performed a one woman show Dare Toulopoulos ‘03, Caitie Tassone ‘03, Ashley to Dream in December and is presently in a children’s (Mondello) Morrissey ‘03, Gina (Morris) Leary theater production of Rollie Robin being performed ‘03, Danielle Jajko , Kevin Morrissey ‘03, at elementary schools in NH, ME and MA. Melissa Anthony Gigante ‘03, Matt Kuschel ‘03, Ryan is also president of Mask & Dagger the Theater organization at UNH. Golden/Lambert wedding and O’Connell ‘03, Nick Mucci ‘03, Ryan Greene baby William! and Adam Jajko. The couple met at Arlington Maggie Kearnan wrote a 10-minute play which was Catholic and now reside in Woburn. selected for the Boston Theatre Marathon at Boston Playwrights Theatre this past May! This is an all day 2005 festival of short plays by amateur and professional class of playwrights. The play will be fully produced at the Pamela Strelis married Carlo Scarpa of Calderwood Pavilion as part of the Marathon. Every Burlington on October 5, 2013. The ceremony year they receive over 400 applicants and 50 plays took place at Saint Agnes Church followed are chosen. She was also awarded an Arts Council by a reception at the Sheraton Boston Hotel. Student Award and is one of seven students at BC The bridal party included the bride’s sister this year to be acknowledged for contribution to the Strelis/Scarpa wedding Laura Strelis ’08, Brittany Hanson ’05 and arts on campus.
The AC baseball team had its first alumni games this year. Over 25 alums games back with Coaches Chris Hall ’86 and Anthony Iacopucci ’05 to play in what we hope will be an annual game, followed by a celebration afterward. If you are interested in signing up for next year’s game, contact the Alumni Office at 781-646-5101 or [email protected].
40 I ACHS Fidelitas WINTER 2014 Reunion News Faculty News class of 1994 During the past academic year Arlington Date: Saturday, October 18, 2014 Catholic lost three former CJS’s who served the school in several capacities. Sister Peggy Time: 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm Lowell for many years ran the “Teens Serving Location: Alibi Bar and Lounge at the Liberty Hotel Boston the Elderly” program at St. Agnes Parish Please contact Lauren Angelli Sullivan ([email protected]) and Krista which gave Arlington Catholic students Carciero Gorman ([email protected]) with any questions. the opportunity to volunteer in working with seniors in the neighborhood. Sister Margaret Concannon was an English teacher 1984 for a number of years and took care of class of Junior Homeroom 301. In addition, after Date: Saturday November 8th, 2014 retiring from full time teaching, Sr. Margaret Time: 7-11pm helped out in Arlington Catholic’s library. Most recently, Sister Marie Doyle (Sr. Location: Waxy O’Connors, Lexington, MA Mary Candida) passed away. Sister taught Price: $40 per person Chemistry and Theology at AC and was a Appetizers served/Cash Bar very outgoing and engaging person, well beloved by her students and peers alike. May Check out our Facebook page @ Arlington Catholic High School 30th they all rest in peace. Reunion! On a more uplifting note, Arlington Catholic For more information, contact Diana (Papagni) Kresien at dkresien@verizon. congratulates Sister Connie Cuscianna who just net, Suzanne (Pallotta) Klein at [email protected], Tom McGinnity celebrated her Golden Jubilee as a Sister of St. at [email protected], and Paul Buckley at [email protected] Joseph of the Albany, New York Province. Sister was a popular history teacher here over a span of years Please send checks to Julie Flynn at 32 Summit Rd, Medford, MA 02155 by and is now enjoying her retirement out in Latham, September 30, 2014. New York. class of 1974 Alumnus Honored Date: Saturday, June 28, 2014 Alumnus Timothy Murray (’92) recently was Time: 7:00 pm - 11:00 pm chosen to represent all the first responders Location: Hilton Garden Inn during the Marathon bombings at the State 420 Totten Pond Road House. On May Waltham, MA 02451 12th he attended the awards ceremony with Price: $50 per person includes music, a selection of hot and cold police officers from hors d’oeuvres, desserts and coffee. A cash bar will be all across the country, available for alcohol. cited for their service Dress: Casual and heroism. On Natalie Frissore/Martha Kelley McGurl Tuesday he was able to greet personally Please send checks to Natalie Frissore, 38 Lawndale Ave., President Obama with Nashua, NH 03060 a handshake and a brief chat. Then, he and his To reserve a hotel room: http://hiltongardeninn.hilton.com/en/gi/groups/ confreres received a tour personalized/B/BOSWAGI-ACHS06-20140627/index.jhtml?WT.mc_ of the White House. id=POG
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