Senior Class Shines in 2009 Ally, the Class of 2009 Garnered in the German Language on the by Michael Lee Approximately 23 Million Dollars International Level
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Remembering Sports Report The Falcon Br. Peter Card 2009 page 3 page 5 Vol. XLXI Number 6 The Student Newspaper of St. Joseph High School May 2009 VALEDICTORIAN & SALUtatORIAN: Lee and Zavala at St. Francis Cathedral on May ticipated in the school community By Michael Pico 28. Lucas will read from Scrip- as Editor-in-Chief for the school Retiring Managing Editor ture, and Michael will deliver the newspaper, Editor of the school Every year, the two seniors Valedictory speech. literary magazine, and president with the highest cumulative GPAs Over his four year tenure at St. of the German Club. Lucas also are awarded the coveted titles Joe’s, Michael earned an astound- was a key member of the Math of Valedictorian and Salutato- ing cumulative GPA of 4.7385. League, Science League, NHS, rian. More than numbers, these Besides vigorously focusing on German NHS, and Science NHS, achievements symbolize years academic scholarship, Michael and he served as a school ambas- of dedication, perseverance, and also engaged in numerous sador. Outside of school, Lucas hard work. The valedictorian and activities. He was president of wrote for the St. Joe’s Today salutatorian of the Class of 2009 the Science NHS, a Managing magazine as well as attended the embody these scholarly virtues. Editor of the school newspaper, Governor’s School for Science On April 8, Michael Lee was captain of the Science Bowl team, and Boys’ State. Photo by Dr. M. Gubernat named Valedictorian, and Lucas and co-captain of Computer Looking back, Michael and Both Michael Lee (left) and Lucas Zavala (right) will attend Princeton Zavala Salutatorian for the Class League. Michael was also a Lucas are grateful for the devo- University in the fall. of 2009. During Senior Awards member of the NHS, Spanish tion and efforts of teachers and having a supportive family and most is the uniquely supportive Night, Michael will receive the NHS, and an important asset to mentors. The opportunities and school community.” community. No matter what per- Alumni Scholarship Award for the Math and Science Leagues. assistance offered by the school As a result of their steadfast sonal characteristics or personality General Excellence in memory of Outside of school, Michael spends community have contributed to dedication to learning, Michael quirks one possesses, he eventu- Thomas Plato, while Lucas will a lot of time participating in the successes of these scholars. and Lucas will both be attending ally finds his niche in the school. receive the Salutatorian Award in mixed martial arts and helping his Lucas commented, “The Salu- Princeton University in the fall. The community is probably what memory of Brother Gilbert. parish community as an altar tatorian Award has reminded me Michael will always remem- I’ll miss most.” Besides earning significant server. of how blessed I am to have ber his humble beginnings at St. Michael and Lucas are prime titles and awards, Michael and Lucas earned an equally accomplished so much in just Joe’s. He commented, “When I exemplars of the scholarship and Lucas will have important roles impressive cumulative GPA of four years. More importantly, it look back on my four years at excellence that constitute the St. during the graduation ceremony 4.7229. Lucas also actively par- has shown me the importance of St. Joe’s, the thing that stands out Joe’s community. Senior Class Shines in 2009 ally, the Class of 2009 garnered in the German language on the By Michael Lee approximately 23 million dollars international level. Retiring Managing Editor in scholarships. Forty-nine per- On the achievements of the Another year has come and cent of seniors will remain in New Class of 2009, Mrs. Yannaco, gone, and another flock of Fal- Jersey to continue their education, Director of Guidance, said, cons must depart from the nest. while the rest will study in 21 “Kudos to our students! Over the Continuing the St. Joseph High different states. past four years they have exempli- School legacy of excellence, the Among the 198 seniors, there fied ‘The St. Joe’s Way’ in aca- Class of 2009 has distinguished were 5 National Merit Finalists demics, extracurricular activities, itself in a number of ways. and 13 AP Scholars. Four stu- athletics, and school spirit.” One hundred and sixty-five dents scored a 2300 or higher Once again, the graduating colleges and universities offered on their SAT. Twelve seniors seniors have made the St. Joseph admission to students. Of those maintained at least a 4.5 GPA. High School community proud. 165, five Ivy League institutions Four students qualified for the Congratulations on your gradua- accepted 10 students. Addition- AIME, and one senior competed tion. Nice job, gentlemen. Photo by Dr. M. Gubernat 2009-2010 EDITORS Congratulations to the newly named editors of the Falcon for the 2009-2010 school year! (left to right) Mark Lee, Associate Editor; Nitin Srinivasan, Sports Editor; Michael Cash, Associate Editor; Edward Zukowski, Managing Editor; Alfonse Muglia, Editor-in-Chief; Ryan Langton, Associate Editor; Martin Pico, Managing Editor; William Scarano, Photography Editor; Alexander Ganescu, Associ- ate Editor. By Alfonse Muglia Editor-in-Chief The Student Council held its first Photo by Edward Zukowski ever rock concert on Friday, May 1. Six local bands, all consisting of Members of the College Bowl team continue to practice twice week- at least one St. Joe’s student, per- ly to prepare for Nationals. formed before a crowd of over 200 in the decked-out school cafeteria. The performing bands – Katharsis, Excuse College Bowlers Go National My French, Broken City Skyline, Fire onship. Seniors Jack Wooley, Kyle Down Below, A Clear Blurr, and Broken By Edward Zukowski Gavin, Victor Janas, Jesse Castel- By Production – lit up the stage with Managing Editor lanos, and junior Nitin Srinivasin both their original compositions and their cover versions of popular songs. The New Jersey state champion will represent the team in its first Due to the efforts of the entire Student College Bowl team will travel to national competition in over four Council and other volunteers, the Chicago on June 12 to compete years. Hopefully, the team will event earned approximately $1,000 against the best teams in the coun- finish one of its most successful that will go towards the junior and Photos by Alfonse Muglia try in the national NAQT champi- seasons ever with a big win. senior proms. 2 THE FALCON May 2009 Br. Bernardine Golf Classic Senior Awards Night ’09 By Matthew Kuchtyak and another receiving the Meri- GMC Sportsmanship Award. By Anton Alicante Retiring Associate Editor torious Service Award. Edward Stivers Jr. (soccer and Retiring Associate Editor Recipients of the Robert baseball) will be honored as The 14th Annual Brother On the night of May 26, Frost English contest are also Scholar Athlete of the Year. Bernardine Golf Classic was seniors, their families, and fac- recognized. In addition, there is Academic awards round celebrated on May 18, 2009 at ulty will gather in the Vincent a special addendum consisting out the evening as students are Fiddler’s Elbow Country Club in Maglio Gymnasium to recog- of service academy awards, fol- honored for their scholastic Bedminster Township, NJ. The yearly fundraiser is held to benefit Photo by Mr. Kruper nize the abundant accomplish- lowed by the Edward J. Bloust- performance over the last four Participants enjoyed a great day of ments of the Class of 2009. ein Distinguished Scholars years and department awards the St. Joseph community by pro- golf and other activities. With over 500 people Award and the Edison Rotary are distributed. The event will viding scholarships, need-based fundraiser in the past. expected to attend, guests will Seniors of the Month. conclude with recognizing the financial aid, and program and “The Golf Classic provides be welcomed with a robust buf- After the Clubs & Activities Valedictorian and Salutatorian, extracurricular upgrades for the an opportunity to remember a fet dinner. The festivities will awards, athletes are recognized. awarded to Michael Lee and school’s students. St. Joe’s legend - Brother Ber- continue by honoring those Each varsity sport recognizes Lucas Zavala, respectively. Competition was held on the nardine Leanman - who taught seniors who have contributed two athletes, one receiving the Dean of Studies, Mr. Wayne highly respected Meadow and here from 1961 until he retired in greatly to the extracurricular Most Valuable Player Award and Fischer, commented, “We River courses, with play on each 1997, including 20 years as the St. Clubs & Activities program. the other receiving the Coach’s expect the night to be a success. course limited to twenty four- Joe’s Golf Coach,” Mr. Jerry Paw- There are two recipients for Award. The numerous scholar- It is always a great opportunity somes. The entry fee for each lowski said. “At the same time, each club, with one receiving athletes will then be recognized, to recognize the accomplish- golfer was $325, which paid for it supports the schools ambitious the Falcon Achievement Award as well as the recipient of the ments of the graduates.” the golf with a cart, lunch, dinner Development Program. The event with hors d’oeuvres, registration has grown over the years to where gifts, and prizes. The day was it now accounts for over 25% Faith-Filled Ending for SJ Seniors enjoyable for all golf enthusiasts of the Annual Fund. Proceeds mented. who relished the opportunity to from the event are placed in the By Kevin Corlett Approximately 300 people play one of the most prestigious Endowment, providing important Retiring Managing Editor gathered in the gymnasium for the courses in the state. financial assistance to help offset A tradition unlike any other, mass with an air of reminiscence, Additional money was raised tuition payments for deserving Published by the students of the Baccalaureate Mass took sadness, and hope for the future.