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Notre Dame High School
Winter 2011 Reflections
It’s All About
COMMUNICATION
table of contents
3 President’s Message
4 - 5 McAuley Award Dinner 2011/Donors
6 - 7 Joel Stephens Memorial Park
8-10 Honors & Memorials
11-14 Keeping Track
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Reunions and Gatherings
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is printed twice per year by the Advancement Office and is distributed to alumni, families,
and friends of the Elmira Catholic and Notre Dame High Schools.
Sister Mary Walter Hickey, RSM
Sister Mary Edwina Butler, RSM
President
Alumni Advisor
Susan Underwood LaVelle’75
Tracy Stuart
Director of Advancement
Administrative Assistant
[email protected] • www.notredamehighschool.com • p 607.734.2267 • f 607.737.8903
1400 Maple Avenue • Elmira, NY 14904
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Notre Dame High School Reflections Winter 2011
a Message from the President
In December each year, analysts look into their crystal balls as
they attempt to predict the future, and many report that 2012
will be a watershed year for personal technology. Certainly,
the importance of staying “connected” through the latest
technologies is becoming both an essential and unavoidable
reality. Here at Notre Dame we are working hard to keep up
to date.
Last summer, we changed our Student Information System as
well as the Information System for our donor base. As with
any transition, there were challenges and an expected learning
curve for the teachers, guidance counselors, and administrators,
not to mention, the Advancement Office. Within the Donor
Connect System alone, the dead had been resurrected and
addresses which had been previously updated were reversed
to their prior form. The Student Information System, RenWeb,
while providing us the ability to utilize the web to enhance
our communication with both students and parents, has also
not been devoid of difficulties. Not surprising, the faculty and
staff struggle far more than most of the students with such
technological advancements. Today’s students are connected at
all times, tweeting, texting, surfing, blogging or glogging.
Already e-mail is on the decline and social networking is
on the rise. In the future you can expect your connections
with the school to be on-line and instant. Certainly, future
advancements in technology will make communication much
easier and efficient.
The school has, for years, participated in online learning
through the Mercy Network, and historically our students
have taken advantage of this opportunity during the summer,
for either enrichment or review. This year, though, Notre
Dame took the next step, offering upper-level French classes
online. Mrs. Dean, teacher of French and Spanish, cites the
advantages of such an experience stating, “This is a wonderful
and unique opportunity for one on one instruction. It enables
our students to continue French language education when
it would not otherwise be possible due to the diminishing
enrollment in the language.”
In order to ensure such opportunities continue to be available,
we will have to, during the next summer, update our computer
hardware and software. Our director of technology reports,
“We need everything!” It will be necessary to update the
Mac lab with hardware and software including “iWorks” and
“iLife”. We will need to apply for a new site license for Adobe
Creative Suite and the windows hardware and software should
be updated as well.
It is through your generosity that we have previously had the
resources to make these changes which are so necessary for
our students and teachers. We hope that you will be able to
continue to support our advances in technology. Thank you so
very much for your support of our school.
At this time I wish to take the opportunity to wish you and
your family a Blessed New Year. May God give you His
choicest graces in the year 2012!
Sincerely,
Sister Mary Walter Hickey, RSM
President
Please forgive us and we ask for your patience.
Per Sister Walter’s letter above, we are aware that many important details about your information have changed. Please notify us with any
changes to your contact information. We would greatly appreciate it. You can send updates by calling (607) 734-2267 ext. 317, by e-mail at
[email protected] or mail the information to NDHS, 1400 Maple Ave., Elmira, NY 14904 Attn: Advancement office.
Thank you for your understanding as we work through these challenges!!
On November 30, 2011 Notre Dame High School announced the opening of a regional junior high school with the following press release.
Notre Dame High School in Elmira to add Junior High
ELMIRA, New York – The Board of Trustees of Notre Dame High
School and the Sisters of Mercy of the NYPPaW Community,
in collaboration with the Department of Catholic Schools at
the Diocese of Rochester, are pleased to announce the opening
of a regional Junior High School on the campus at 1400 Maple
Avenue, Elmira, NY. Beginning in September of 2012, Notre
Dame will welcome seventh and eighth graders as a part of the
school community.
“We are very excited to welcome these new students to our
facility,” said Sr. Mary Walter Hickey, RSM, school president. “We
believe that the expanded programs and opportunities here at
Notre Dame High School will help them to further their academic
and personal growth.”
The school plans to offer the new students a core curriculum
which encourages critical thinking and discovery, accelerated
A ministry of the Sisters of Mercy
courses in language, math and science and a co-curricular program
which includes participation in a modified sports program. An
informational meeting for parents interested in sending their
children to the new Catholic Regional Junior High has been
scheduled for Monday, December 12 at 7:00 p.m. at Notre Dame
High School. The school was founded in 1955 and currently serves
230 students.
For more information on Notre Dame High School, please visit:
www.notredamehighschool.com
The informational meeting on December 12th was well attended
and we were able to answer the most pressing questions and
will have an open house for interested families in January. Please
pray for the success of this project which will provide for the
continuation of a K-12 Catholic School system in the southern tier
of New York.
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McAuley Award Dinner 2011
The Notre Dame Community was again out for an exciting evening on Tuesday, October
18th at the Elmira Country Club to show support for this year’s recipients – Sister Mary Lou
Seitz, RSM (formerly Sister Nathaniel) and Mr. G. Thomas Tranter, Jr. ’72. Approximately
250 people attended representing Notre Dame faculty, alumni, alumni parents, friends and
parents in addition to area businesses and corporations. A cocktail reception was held from
6-7pm followed by the welcome from Tom Santulli’67, who again was our wonderful Master
of Ceremonies. Reverend Richard Farrell gave the Invocation with a delicious meal to follow.
The Most Reverend Matthew H. Clark followed with remarks and the presentation of awards.
Sister Nancy Hoff, RSM gave the Benediction. The committee that helped plan the evening and
solicit corporate sponsors and guests was again chaired by G. Thomas Tranter, Jr.’72. This years
committee members were Steve Agan’79, Daniel Burke, John Gough, Sister Mary Walter Hickey,
RSM, Pat Jackson, R. Joseph Landy’72, Susan Underwood LaVelle’75, Joe Manning’56, Don
Quick and Mike Wayne’78.
The Most Reverend
Matthew H. Clark
with the Honorees.
Tom Tranter ’72 is a
leader in every sense
of the word. This role
began in high school
and has continued
to the present day.
He has served the
community in elected
and appointed
offices and has made
a difference by his
commitment to moral values and Christian
ideals. He has served Notre Dame High
School on the Board of Trustees, as Chair of
the McAuley Awards Dinner and is a member
of the President’s Council at the school. His
strong commitment to service, his dedication
to improving life in the Southern Tier and his
deep faith make him worthy of this year’s
McAuley Award.
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Sister Mary Lou
Seitz has been
a member of the
Notre Dame High
School faculty
since 1964. She
has taught all the
sciences and is
deeply concerned
about the daily
progress of her
students. Her service outside of the classroom
includes the GO GREEN Club, the Ski Club
and the Geo-cashing group. She shares
her talents in the Elmira Community as a
member of the Literacy Volunteers. Catherine
McAuley is pleased with her care for the earth
and is delighted with her years of service to
the people of our area.
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McAuley Award Donors
Prince Table - $10,000
Corning Enterprises
Lord Table - $7,500
Corning Energy
Corning Optical Fiber
Mr. John and Mrs. Ellie Gough
Knight Table - $5,000
Arnot Health
Mr. Daniel & Mrs. Jane Burke / Swift Glass
Chemung Canal Trust Company
Corning Environmental Business
Corning Government Affairs
Corning Incorporated
Corning Property Management
Seneca Beverage
Mr. G. Thomas’72 and Mrs. Elizabeth (Blake’72) Tranter
Crusader Table - $2,500
Chemung Supply
Corning Foundation
Corning Manufacturing & Performance
Corning Science & Technology
Elmira Savings Bank
Guthrie Medical
The Hickey Family
Sisters of Mercy of the Americas, NYPPaW Community
Saint Table - $1,000
Mr. Robert’56 & Mrs. Sharon Agan
All Saints Church
Broadway Animal Hospital
Corning Hospital
Dalrymple Holding Corporation
Edger Enterprises, Inc.
Elmira College
Excellus BlueCross/BlueShield
Hale Roofing
Hardinge, Inc.
Harris Beach PLLC & Couch White, LLP
Landy & Landy
Mr. Joseph’56 & Mrs. Jackie Manning
Mengel, Metzger & Barr
Perry & Carroll
Rynone Manufacturing
Mr. John and Mrs. Bonnie Sirianni
Steed, Ronsivalle, Brand, Heil & Karee
Stewart Agency
Three Rivers Development
X-Gen Pharmaceuticals
Mr. & Mrs. M. Joseph Danaher
Judge William A. & Mrs. Tess (Crossed’48) Danaher, Jr.
Hon. John D.’40 and Mrs. RoseMary Frawley
Mr. & Mrs. Carl Hayden
Mr. & Mrs. Michael Heine
Mr. & Mrs. William McCahill
Mrs. Marybeth (Schultz’65) Minchin
Mr. Vincent Moschetti’72
Mr. & Mrs. Daniel O’Connell
Mr. Ron Norman & Ms. Fiona O’Connor’76
Mr. Gaetano and Mrs. Maurina (Andrewlavage’74) Ruggiero
Mr. Thomas’67 & Mrs. Patricia Santulli
Mr. & Mrs. William Steed
Mr. & Mrs. Richard Swan
Mr. & Mrs. George Welch
Individual Donors
Mrs. Elizabeth Berliner
Ms. Heather Briccetti
Mrs. Edith Caroscio
Ms. Mary Ann Caroscio’66
Mr. & Mrs. Ken Crozier
Mr. & Mrs. Martin Curran
Mr. & Mrs. Michael D’Aloisio
Reverend John A. DeSocio’66
Ms. Anne Fitzpatrick’63
Mr. James Flaws & Ms. Maria Weber
Mrs. Eleanor Flynn
Ms. Katherine Funk
Mr. & Mrs. Robert Gilchrist
Mr. Walter B. D. Hickey, Jr.
Ms. Heather Jung
Mr. & Mrs. Franklin R. Innes
Mr. Joseph’61 & Mrs. Patricia Kelly
Dr. & Mrs. Theodore Kozlowski
Mrs. Anne Willkens Leach
Reverend Vincent P. McDonough, SJ
Mr. & Mrs. John Meier
Mr. & Mrs. Stuart Schweizer
Ms. Mary Ellen Wagner
Mr. Richard’62 & Mrs. Virginia (Good’59) Woodhouse
Individuals
Special Thank You to:
Corning Enterprises – Steuben Donation
Seneca Beverage – Beer DonationG
Glenora Wine Cellars, Inc. – Wine Donation
Individuals
Mr. James’67 & Mrs. Carol (Cook’67) Brady
Mr. & Mrs. John Corsi
Mr. & Mrs. Hank Dalrymple
A ministry of the Sisters of Mercy
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Joel Stephens Memorial Park
The Joel Stephens Memorial Park was dedicated in September of 2010. Below is a list of the
generous donors which continues to grow as more friends and families contribute to the park
through their purchase of black granite benches, cobblestone blocks or monetary donations.
Our special thanks to the Joel Stephens Committee for their endless time and commitment to
making this park a beautiful addition to Notre Dame.
There are 5 granite benches available to purchase at $3,000 per bench and 200 cobblestone
blocks available to purchase for $500 per block. If you are interested in purchasing a block or a
bench, please contact Sue LaVelle at 607.734.2267 ext. 317.
Thank you to the following people who have
purchased a granite bench.
Anonymous
The Agan Family
The Burke Family
The Class of 1965
The Class of 1994
The DeMuth Family
The DeSocio Family
The Gough Family
The Harvey Family
Hillcrest Development
The Joel Stephens Golf Committee
The Keenan Family
Chris Madigan’96
The Maio & Mirando Families
F. Michael Steed’92 (2)
The Stephens Family
Donna White
The following cobblestone blocks have been
purchased by:
Anonymous
Mr. Christopher Alvaro’01
Mr. Nick Barbieri
The Beavers Family
Mr. Chase’00 & Mrs. Anne (Valeant’00)
Brackley
Bulldog Marketing
The Class of 2011
Mr. William Crandall’80
Mr. & Mrs. Michael D’Aloisio
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Julie (Muscarella’84) Dix (2)
Elmira Structures, Inc.
The Fusco Family
Gough Holding Company
Mr. Stephen & Mrs. Karen (Gough’78) Hale
Hillcrest Development (2)
The Homerda Family
The Huffner Family
Lake Road Self Storage, Inc.
Mr. Joseph & Mrs. Susan (Underwood’75)
LaVelle
Mr. Bob Mace
Mr. James’60 & Mrs. Carol Manning
Mr. Joseph’56 & Mrs. Jackie Manning
Mr. Daniel & Mrs. Christine (Lapple’79)
Manuel
Mr. John’68 & Mrs. Carol (Cicconi’77) Mirando
Mr. Nick Moffe’64
Notre Dame Athletic Association
Panosian Family Foundation
The Pautz Family
Mr. Michael Rogan’95
The Rominger Family
Mr. Damian’92 & Mrs. Heidi (Bennett’97) Saks
Mrs. Rita Say
Mr. Jeffry’78 & Mrs. Thea (Piersimoni’90)
Sobkowski
The Marc & Shannon Stemerman Family (4)
Ms. Rebecca Stone
Mrs. Dawn Baccile’84 Tinger
Mr. G. Thomas’72 & Mrs. Elizabeth (Blake’72)
Tranter
The van den Blink Family
Mr. Jeffrey Welliver’73
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The following people have donated to the
Joel Stephens Memorial Park:
The Committee Members of the Joel
Stephens Memorial Park are listed below:
Mrs. Mary Anne Borja
Mr. Gerald Bula’74
Mr. & Mrs. Peter Chalk
Mr. Joseph Davis
Ms. Elizabeth Gibson
Ms. Anne Fitzpatrick’63
Mr. & Mrs. Joseph L. Gizzi
Atty. & Mrs. Franklin Innes
Mr. Theodore Kamas’02
Mr. John King
Mr. & Mrs. Marc Kocan
Mr. Michael’85 & Mrs. Kara Maloney
Mr. & Mrs. William Morrell
Mrs. Mary Kay Robinson
Mr. Andrew Russell’75
Mr. Benjamin Smith
Mrs. Joan Titus Welch’68
Mrs. Patricia Beckerman Whittaker’58
Randy Harvey’88
Chad Keenan’92
Chuck Liberatore
Joe Maio’97
John Maio’93
Matthew Manning’92
KevinMurray’91
Chris Sheehan’97
Luke Sheehan’93
Jeff Sobkowski’78
Mike Steed’92
The following businesses have donated time
& material:
Certified Crane Service
Custom Mix
DeMuth Electric
Doug’s Landscaping
Eastern Metal / The Sign Man
Edger Enterprises, Inc.
Fagan Engineers
Hillcrest Development, Inc.
ID Booth
Kimble, Inc.
Renko Tree Service
Sullivan Trail Construction
Troy Marble & Granite
Wenzel Construction & Landscaping
A ministry of the Sisters of Mercy
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Honors and Memorials
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In Honor Of:
In Memory Of:
Athletics - Softball/Baseball Field Restoration
BC Plumbing, Heating, Electrical, AC/R, Inc.
Mr. & Mrs. George Buck
District 6 Little League Challenger Division
Mr. & Mrs. Scott Drake
Fagan Engineers
Gough Holding Company
Guthrie Healthcare System
Horn Family Chiropratic
Landy & Kilmer Insurance, Inc.
Landy & Landy Attorneys at Law
Maine Harvest Seafood
Mr. & Mrs. Martin R. Metzger
Piper Insurance Agency
Road Quest Brokerage, Inc.
Silicon Carbide Products, Inc.
Mr. John A. Yorio
In Memory of Mr. William “Bill” Bale’63
The Class of 1963
In Honor of Mr. & Mrs. Henry Brunton
Dr. & Mrs. Philip J. Stuart
In Honor of Sister Mary Edwina Butler, RSM
Mr. John’67 & Mrs. Joyce (Butler’67) Maloney
Mrs. Denise Butler Sarra’68
In Honor of the Class of 1965
Mr. Brian Holleran’65
In Honor of the Parents of the Class of 1975
Mr. Joseph J.’75 & Mrs. Annamarie McCarthy
In Honor of Mr. & Mrs. Joseph Gizzi
Mr. & Mrs. John Gough
In Honor of Mr. Patrick’02 & Mrs. Jillian
(Williams’00) Manuel
Mr. & Mrs. John Williams
In Honor of Mrs. Dorene Novick
Mr. William Caroscio
In Honor of Sister Mary Lou Seitz, RSM
Mr. & Mrs. Michael D’Aloisio
In Honor of Mrs. Firmina Sweeney Wilkins’38
Mrs. Joy Ipri Anderson’62
Ms. Barbara Forgensi Augustine’60
Mr. James’80, Ph.D. & Mrs. Felli
Mr. R. Michael’61 & Mrs. Teresa McManus
Ms. Johanne Miles’51
Mr. Ron & Mrs. JoAnn (Rigliano’59) Thompson
In Memory of Mr. John Butler’62
Dr. Michael’64 & Mrs. Sandra Kelly
In Memory of Miss Catherine “Katie” Cain’89
Mr. & Mrs. Michael D’Aloisio
In Memory of Ms. Mary Catherine Casey’56
Mr. James’57 & Mrs. Barbara Casey
In Memory of Dr. James Caroscio’64
Ms. Dorene Novick
In Memory of the Deceased Members of the
Caroscio Family
Mr. William Caroscio’67
In Memory of Mr. & Mrs. Joseph Cesare
Mr & Mrs. John Williams
In Memory of the Deceased Members of the Class
of 1949
Mr. Cornelius Lorden’49
In Memory of Mrs. Sharyn Barry Cloke’62
Mrs. Joy (Ipri) Anderson’62
Ms. Mary Kelly Baker’68
Mr. James’67 & Mrs. Carol (Cook’67) Brady
Mr. John’64 & Mrs. Marilyn Cain
Mr. Joseph & Mrs. Patricia (Cloke’65) Call
Ms. Marcelene Lyon Coggins’63
Mr. Daniel’63 & Mrs. Bernadette (McCann’63)
Collins
Mr. & Mrs. Joseph Danaher
Mr. & Mrs. Thomas Dean
Mr. Charles’62 & Mrs. Carol Ellis
Mr. & Mrs. Joseph Erway
Mr. & Mrs. Nicholas Fierro
Mrs. Mary Ann (Cloke’54) Lepkowski
Ms. Nadine Mucci
Mr. James’69 & Mrs. Mary (Gingrich’70) Palmer
Mr. & Mrs. John Scaramucci
Mr. & Mrs. Elmer L. Storch, Jr.
Mrs. Lisa Szafran
Mr. & Mrs. Thomas Terkoski
Mr. & Mrs. Phillip White
Mr. Richard’62 & Mr.s Virginia (Good’59)
Woodhouse
In Memory of Sister Carmella Coene, RSM
Mrs. Rose Mary Kerr
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Honors and Memorials
In Memory of James S. Corse’69
Mrs. Rita Bonning Murphy’69
In Memory of Mr. Anson Kerr
Mrs. Rose Mary Kerr
In Memory of Sister Beatrice Curran, RSM
Mrs. Rose Mary Kerr
In Memory of Ms. Mary Claire McGill Klugo’57
Ms. Anne M. Coughlin’57
In Memory of Mrs. Marie “Leonie” Richard
Derito’58
Mr. & Mrs. Daniel McLaughlin
In Memory of Mr. Paul Kosloski’63
The Class of 1963
In Memory of Curtin Dix’87
Ms. Margaret Sheen’87
In Memory of Mr. Curtin’87 & Mrs. Patricia Dix
Ms. Natalie Kozlowski’88
In Memory of Mrs. Roslyn Spallone Ekes’65
Ms. Jean Cavallaro Holleran’65
In Memory of Mr. Carl & Mrs. Mary Farmer
Mrs. Joan F. Trampenau
In Memory of Mr. Jack Flynn
Mrs. Mary Eleanor Flynn
In Memory of Mrs. Suzanne Harding Gamer’57
Ms. Anne M. Coughlin’57
In Memory of Sister Edmond Gauthier, RSM
Mrs. Rose Mary Kerr
In Memory of Mr. Charles Genung’86
Mr. James Bradt’86
Mr. John R.’54 & Mrs. Joan Bradt
Dr. & Mrs. Frank Gudas
Mr. Robert’63 & Mrs. Rosanne Hotaling
Dr. & Mrs. Jude LeBlanc
Ms. Sandra K. Olson
Mr. Frank’81 & Mrs. Karen (Kozemko’86) Steed
Mr. Patrick J. Terkoski’86
In Memory of Mr. James Giordano
Dr. Michael’64 & Mrs. Sandra Kelly
In Memory of Mr. John Grady’64
Dr. Michael’64 & Mrs. Sandra Kelly
In Memory of Dr. Joseph Kelly’61
Dr. Michael’64 & Mrs. Sandra Kelly
In Memory of Mrs. Mary H. Kelly
Dr. Michael’64 & Mrs. Sandra Kelly
In Memory of Dr. William M. Kelly’38
Dr. Michael’64 & Mrs. Sandra Kelly
A ministry of the Sisters of Mercy
In Memory of Mrs. Agnes Kraus
Mr. Al Kraus
In Memory of Mrs. Karen Hosey Lahaie’61
Mrs. Darlene Hosey Generas’62
In Memory of Mrs. Sharon Cassidy Lalor’57
Ms. Anne M. Coughlin
In Memory of Mrs. Louise Lapple
Mr. & Mrs. John Williams
In Memory of Mr. John Lind
Mr. Bernard Weigle
In Memory of Joseph Maio’66
Ms. Dorene Novick
In Memory of Mr. Michael Malone’65
Ms. Jean Cavallaro Holleran’65
In Memory of Mr. & Mrs. Daniel Manuel
Mr. & Mrs. John Williams
In Memory of Mrs. Beatrice Montanarella
Mr. Steven McNamara
In Memory of Mary Muccigrosso
Mr. Joseph & Mrs. Susan(Underwood’75) LaVelle
and Family
In Memory of Mr. Henry Novick
Mr. William Caroscio’67
In Memory of Mr. Mark O’Brien’74
Ms. Mary Beth O’Brien’79
In Memory of Mr. John Obuck
Elizabeth Brewster House
Ms. Joanne B. Canale
Mrs. Edith & Ms. MaryAnn’66 Caroscio
Ms. Anne DeMott
Mr. & Mrs. Roland Fragnoli
Ms. Ellen C. Hepfer
Mr. & Mrs. Edward Jaskolka
Ms. Cynthia Griggs Lewis
Mr. & Mrs. Daniel Murray
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Honors and Memorials
In Memory of Mr. Bradley Polk’97
Mr. & Mrs. Michael D’Aloisio
In Memory of Mr. John & Mrs. Susan Rogan
Col. John F.’44 & Mrs. Ann Rogan, USA Ret.
In Memory of Sister Mary Berchmans Ross, RSM
Mr. & Mrs. Dale Hurley
In Memory of Mr. Nicholas Rossi’55
Ms. Therese DeSanto’57
In Memory of Mrs. Deirdre Kilcoyne Ryan,54
Mr. Charles E. Ryan, Jr.
In Memory of Monsignor Leo G. Schwab
Reverend Roy Kiggins
In Memory of Sister Mary Anne Steinmetz, RSM
Mrs. Rose Mary Kerr
In Memory of Mr. Joel Stephens’95
Mr. & Mrs. Michael D’Aloisio
In Memory of Richard Shaw’91
Mr. & Mrs. Michael D’Aloisio
In Memory of Mrs. Jeanne Wheeland
Dr. John F. Wheeland
In Memory of Mr. Frank Williams
Mr. & Mrs. John Williams
In Memory of Ms. Margaret Zuniga
Mrs. Helen (Stermer’53) Cassada
Restricted Gifting
The Community Foundation of the Elmira-Corning
Area, Inc.
The Sisters of Mercy of The Americas-NYPPW
Dr. & Mrs. Thomas R. Curran Scholarship Fund
Dr. Thomas’51 & Mrs. Barbara Curran
James & Kathleen Ramich Family Fund
of Coastal Community Foundation of S.C.
Mr. James’63 & Mrs. Kathleen (Gaffey’65) Ramich
Joel A. Stephens Scholarship
Joel Stephens Memorial Golf Committee
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Congratulations
Coach D’Aloisio!!
Before the beginning of
each football season Coach
D’Aloisio is not always
optimistic. This past season
was no exception especially
after losing the first two
games. It was a cause for
concern and an opportunity
to go back to the drawing
board. Coach D’Aloisio
and his staff have a way of
figuring out how to use the talent on the team and
work miracles. The team went on to win the next
5 out of 6 games finishing with a 6 and 3 record.
The win against Candor gave Coach D his 200th
win which clinched the Division Title – a GREAT
ACHIEVEMENT! Thanks Coach D for all your
hard work.
Another Kudo for Coach D’Aloisio included his
1990 team being selected by WENY for special
honors as the State Champion Crusaders Making
the All Time Greatest Team List! (To see a video of
the WENY-TV highlights from 1990, go to the ND
Website at www.notredamehighschool.com and
click under Current Events.
Congratulations
Coach Weber!!
This past year, Coach Steve Weber and his ladies
softball and soccer teams were recognized for
their outstanding accomplishments throughout
the state. In the spring,
his undefeated Crusader
Softball Team ran the table
for an unprecedented 23-0
record and a New York
State Championship. This
achievement earned Coach
Weber the NYS Class “C”
Coach of the Year.
During the fall season, his
soccer team brought more accolades to Notre
Dame High School and its sports program. In
achieving an upset victory over Lansing, the girls›
soccer team went on to win the Section IV Class
C Title. In doing so, Coach Weber attained his
landmark 300th victory, establishing him as one of
the premiere coaches in our area.
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1944
Sister Kathleen Milliken, RSM
resides at the Mercy Center in
Rochester, NY. Sister Kathleen works
in the Archives part time and is very
involved in the Center’s activities.
Quotes from the 1943 and 1944
Yearbooks of Elmira Catholic
High School state that Robert
Sullivan “left his class to go to St.
Andrew’s Seminary but he always
remained with us in spirit”. Bob
died peacefully in Rome, NY on
April 27, 2010 after bravely enduring
an extended illness.He will be
remembered for his public speaking
skills especially in “Robert Sullivan, a
Junior, was awarded first place in the
American Legion Oratorical Contest”
and second place in the County
Oratorical Contest. After retiring
from the Rome DDSO, where he
spent his career helping people with
developmental disabilities, “Sully”,
as he was known to all of his friends,
went on to actively participate
in his parish Charismatic Prayer
Group, and was a frequent speaker
on the topic of Discipleship in
Syracuse, Rome and Utica churches.
Our sympathy goes out to all Bob’s
family.A book of all his reflections
is being published by his daughter,
Therese Sullivan Caccavale, under
the title Embrace My Heart.
1945
Connie Gawronski Bergh was
awarded the Mildred Parfitt
Award for nearly three decades of
volunteering at various agencies
including the Samaritan Center,
RSVP and St. Joseph’s Hospital.
1953
Mary Watts Wendrick and Mel
moved into a retirement community
for independent and/or assisted
living in November 2009. After Mel
passed away in July 2010, Mary
decided to remain in her lovely small
home on the grounds and she’s
loving it.
A ministry of the Sisters of Mercy
1960
Mary Lou Raplee Amole who
served as a nurse during the
Vietnam War donated one of her
uniforms and various photographs
to the Vietnam Vets of America.
Mary Lou is contributing to a
collection shown at the Vietnam War
Museum in Elmira. The Bronze Star
recipient is the only female member
of VVA Chapter 436 in Phoenixville,
PA.
Mike Tuccinardi and his wife
think they have “died and gone to
heaven” at their home in Rutherford
County, NC.
1962
Bernie Kole would like to
share that he and his wife, Judy
(Layton) are enjoying life with
advanced technology! Judy and
Bernie can keep up with their 2
granddaughters using their “smart”
phones and Nook.
Colleen Kelly Spellecy is
working to memorialize 6,000
unnamed souls buried at Willard
Cemetery in Willard, NY.
Colleen offers the website, www.
willardcemetarymemorial
foundation.com for more
information.
1963
Janet Allen Schroeck has a lovely
new daughter-in-law from Thailand.
Janet’s son met his bride, Jeep,
during his 2 years in Thailand
teaching math, he has also spent
2 years in Nepal with the Peace
Corps.
1965
Mike Donlin is among the experts
in the new resource: Cyberbullying
Prevention and Response: Expert
Perspectives, presented by the
Directors of the Cyberbullying
Research Center. Chapter authors
represent a carefully selected
group of contributors who have
demonstrated both topical expertise
and an ability to write about the
topic in clear, easily accessible
language.
Keeping Track
Joe Holleran is teaching Theology
at Our Lady of Mercy High School
in Rochester, NY. Joe is involved in
Mercy Running Club and Boxing
Club.
1968
John P. Mustico was honored by The
Chemung County Bar Association for
his pro bono legal services in our area.
Elmira College’s Hamilton Hall hosted
the 17th Annual Banquet in the spring.
1969
Kathleen Kessing, who was caregiver
to both her parents, relocated to
Arizona following her parents’
passing. Kathleen has moved back to
the Pennsylvania area after one year in
Green Valley, Arizona.
Rita (Bonning’69) Murphy earned
her certificate as a Certified
Developmental Disabilities Nurse.
Rita has mourned the loss of both her
mother and father but is celebrating
her 37th wedding anniversary and her
grandchildren Aidan and Bronte.
1971
Thomas Kelly has been named vice
president of operations for University
of Louisville Physicians, the largest
multi-specialty physician practice
in Louisville. Thomas earned his
Bachelor’s degree in biology from
The Citadel in Charleston, SC and
a master’s degree in healthcare
administration from Duke University
in Durham, NC.
1976
Scott P. Pautz was recognized in the
spring for his pro bono legal services.
The Chemung County Bar Association
honored Scott at Elmira College’s
Hamilton Hall.
1977
John J. Vargo, MD, MPH was recently
appointed Chairman, Department of
Gastroenterology and Hepatology
of the Cleveland Clinic’s Digestive
Disease Institute in Cleveland, Ohio.
He was also appointed Vice Chairman
of the Institute and elected secretary
of the Medical Staff. John and his wife
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Mary have three sons: John, Kevin
and Matthew.
1978
Ann Longwell Kowal, President of
Special Care Systems, LLC, recently
moved and expanded the Healthcare
Communications Company to
Irondequoit in Rochester. Her
daughter, Kelly is an Art/Math major
and on the Dean’s List at SUNY New
Paltz. Her son, Max, is a junior in
high school playing varsity football,
wrestling and baseball.
1979
Rene Lynch Miller has been hired as
a Supervisor at Corning Museum of
Glass. Rene and Les, her husband, are
empty nestors.
1980
Kathy Zuniga-Miller resides in
Fairport and is thankful for the calls
and cards at the time of her mother’s
passing in February.
1982
Christina Patros Perry is currently
residing in Fairfax, Virginia after
leaving Elmira 27 years ago.
1990
Michael Mustico, the president of
The Mustico Financial Group in
Elmira, was recently named one of
America’s top financial advisors
in 2011. Michael’s profile will be
featured in the book: “2011 America’s
Top Financial Advisors-137 Financial
Strategies from the Titans of Wealth
Management” by Conquest Press.
1992
Peter Finnerty was honored in the
spring by the The Chemung County
Bar Association in recognition of
his pro bono legal services. The 17th
Annual banquet was held at Elmira
College’s Hamilton Hall.
1994
Quinton Sheer received his
Juris Doctorate from Barry
University Dwayne O. Andreas
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School of Law, in Orlando, FL
and is relieved to have passed the
Florida Bar on the 1st attempt. He
stepped away from his career in
Radio and A&R and has opened
his own practice: Q Entertainment
Law – providing Athletes and
Entertainers with Legal Solutions &
Strategies. Quinton tells us that he is
not just a lawyer, “I am an educator
seeking to teach, to protect, and
hopefully, to inspire those around me
to follow their own dreams.”
1997 Thomasine Gilbert and her husband
Matthew Gilbert welcomed the birth
of their third child, Everett Michael
Gilbert on March 24, 2011. Baby
Everett is a big brother to sisters,
Roslyn and Anastasia.
Amy (Rosh’97) Whyte was recently
recognized for 10 years of service by
her company, Newell Rubbermaid.
She is currently the National Account
Manager for Newell’s technology
products, calling on Office Depot
headquarters in Boca Raton, FL
1998
Daniel Cain was recognized by The
Chemung County Bar Association for
providing pro bono legal services in
our area. The 17th Annual banquet
was held at Elmira College’s Hamilton
Hall in the spring.
1999
Kelly Carolin married James
Marsicano on October 10, 2010 at
Epiphany Church in Sayre, PA. Kelly
graduated with a B.A. in English from
LeMoyne College and is currently a
Producer at NY1 News in New York
City. James is a graduate from the
University of Scranton with a B.A. in
Communication and is currently a
Technical Director at NY1 News. Kelly
and James reside in Cliffside Park, NJ.
2000
Jillian Christine Williams married
Patrick Daniel Manuel’02, on
August 13, 2011. Patrick is a sales
representative for United Dividers in
Elmira. Patrick and Jillian reside in
East Rochester, New York.
Amy Woodworth became engaged
to Michael Vence and will celebrate
their marriage in May 2012. Amy is
currently a Special Education teacher
in Rochester, NY and resides in
Pittsford.
2001
Maria Strzepek married Shane
Clark in May 2008. Maria and Shane
welcomed daughter MacKenzie
Lynn on March 31, 2010. Maria
graduated from the Art Institute
of Pittsburgh with a BA in Interior
Design in December 2004, followed
by a Master’s Degree in Elementary
Education from Mansfield University
in Elementary Education.
2002
Patrick Michael Clearwater married
Melody Julia Taylor in September, 2011
at the Corning Country Club. Patrick
is employed by the Office of Children
and Family Services
Andrew Cloke announced his
engagement to Amber Wheeler of
Gillett, PA during the spring of 2011.
Andrew & Amber married in October,
2011. Andrew is currently employed
by the U.S. Army as a Military Police
Officer.
Molly Huddle won the women’s 5,000
meter run in 15 minutes, 10.01 seconds
at the USA Outdoor Track and Field
Championships at Hayward Field in
Eugene, Oregon in June. Following
competitions in Paris and Stockholm,
Molly returned to Providence, RI to
train for the World Championships
held August 27-September 4 in
Daegu, South Korea. Molly is the only
American woman to qualify for the
world meet in the 5,000. Her goal for
next year is to qualify for the 2012
Olympics in London.
Patrick Daniel Manuel married Jillian
Christine Williams’00, on August 13,
2011. Patrick is a sales representative
for United Dividers in Elmira. Patrick
and Jillian reside in East Rochester,
New York.
2003
Valerie Strzepek graduated from
Fredonia with a BA in Business
Administration. She is currently
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Elmira, NY.
Angela Winebold, a graduate of
Nazareth College, married Joseph
Bader, a RIT graduate from Utica,
in September 2009 and they are
expecting their first child in April
2012. Angela and Joe reside in
Canandaigua.
2004
Patrick S. Buckley, a third year
medical student at Jefferson Medical
College in Philadelphia, received two
awards this past March.
Patrick was selected into Jefferson’s
Alpha Omega Alpha, the honor
medical society. He was in the top
quartile of his class of 250 students
and demonstrated leadership among
his peers, professionalism and a
firm sense of ethics, promise for
future success in medicine and a
commitment to service in the school
and community.
Patrick was also selected for the
Gold Humanism Honor Society
at Jefferson Medical College. The
award highlights the importance
of empathy, altruism, respect,
integrity, compassion and trust when
interacting with others, and forming
healing relationships with patients
and others in the field of medicine.
Pat returns to Jefferson in September
for a final month at Rothman
Institute in Orthopaedic Surgery. He
will complete his 4th year courses
and is scheduled to graduate in May
2012.
Patrick J. Marczyk has completed the
Navy Nuclear Power Training Unit
course with Nuclear Power Training
Unit course in Ballston Spa, NY.
2005
Jack Dominic Diliberto graduated
from Niagara University in 2010. Jack is working with the Marion
County Alternative Courts in
Indianapolis as a Case Manager.
Sarah Norton graduated in 2009 with
a Bachelor’s degree in Fisheries and
Wildlife Science from Paul Smith’s
College. She has worked at various
organizations focusing on raptor
A ministry of the Sisters of Mercy
research. She has been employed
by the Peregrine Fund raising and
releasing endangered Aplomado
Falcons into the wild. She has also
worked for raptor View Research
Institute in Montana conducting
fall raptor migration counts in the
Rockies. This year Sarah worked for
the University of Florida surveying
for endangered Snail Kites in
airboats from the Kissimmee chain
of lakes down to the Everglades.
Sarah returns to Montana this fall to
continue migration counts and assist
in raptor trapping and banding,
especially Golden Eagles.
Laura Spaulding is a 3rd year
medical student at Georgetown
and a 2nd Lieutenant in the US
Army. Laura became engaged in
September, 2011.
2006
Angela Bahlatzis has earned
her master’s degree from King’s
College and has received her second
lieutenant commission from the
U.S. Army. Angela was the first
person to complete both the King’s
physician assistant studies and the
Army ROTC programs. She was
named a Distinguished Military
Graduate, which means she ranks in
the top 10 percent of all Army ROTC
cadets across the nation.
Maxwell Baker Wallace and
Danielle Marie Schenone (2008)
announced their engagement.
Following a BS in Biology from St.
Bonaventure University, Danielle’s
plan is to attend the SUNY Upstate
College of Medicine. Max earned
his BA degree in Psychology from
St. Bonaventure University in
2010 and is currently pursuing a
doctorate in Clinical Psychology.
Keeping Track
Keeping Track
Updates
If you graduate, get married,
change jobs or locations, welcome
a new member of the family, or
have other information you’d
like to share, please let us know!
You can mail this section or email
your information to: lavelles@
notredamehighschool.com.
Name
Graduation Year
Address
City, State
Zip
Telephone
Cell Phone
Email
Updates
2007
Katherine Kelly received a
Bachelor’s Degree from Niagara
University
Marissa Lepkoske attends
Massachusetts College of Pharmacy
and Health Sciences in Boston,
Mass. and was recently inducted
into the Rho Chi Academic Honor
Society in Pharmacy.
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Dan McCahill is a senior accounting
major at the State University of
New York at Oneonta and has been
awarded a scholarship from the
NYS Society of Certified Public
Accountants’ Foundation for
Accounting Education. Dan has
also been selected by the Division of
Economics and Business at Oneonta
as the recipient of an academic
scholarship for 2011-2012. He
has also been invited to become a
member of the Student Advisory
Council in the Division of Economics
and Business.
Morgan Snyder graduated from
Western Carolina University with a
B.S. in Elementary Education while
maintaining a 4.0 GPA. Morgan is
currently studying at UNC Chapel
Hill, obtaining a Master’s Degree in
School Counseling.
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ONLINE!!!
Annual Phonathon
You are now able to pay your gift
to Notre Dame online with a credit
card. If you are interested in doing
this, please go to
www.notredamehighschool.com.
Click the Donate Online under
Quick Links and begin the process.
We accept major credit cards. Your
gift can be designated for Annual
Fund, Honors & Memorials, etc. We
hope this will be helpful and easier.
Please forward your e-mail and/or
your cell phone number to lavelles@
notredamehighschool.com.
2009
The Bucknell Bisons consider
Sophomore Michael Huffner a
key member of the team’s lacrosse
defense. Michael is playing lacrosse
at the NCAA Division 1 level and
went on to be named First-team AllPatriot League.
Bill Spaulding is the Sports
Director for a Syracuse radio station
broadcasting the Syracuse University
LaCrosse, football and basketball
games. Bill’s sister, Mary Claire is
a sophomore at Notre Dame High
School working on the school play
and school softball team.
As a member of Harvard University’s
track and field team, Olivia Weeks
won events in long jump and triple
jump and was a member of the
Crimson’s winning 400 relay team.
Olivia’s team celebrated a 113-59
victory over Yale in April.
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The Annual Phonathon was recently
held at Notre Dame High School.
Alumni, current students along with
faculty and staff made phone calls to
alumni, alumni parents, friends and
current parents for their pledge to the
Annual Fund. We are still noticing
that many land-line phones have
been disconnected and replaced with
cell phones. We are hoping that you
will provide us with your cell phone
number so that you can be reached by
your classmates for reunions and other
such gatherings. We are also asking
that you forward your e-mail address
to the Advancement Office so we can
continue to send various announcements
regarding Notre Dame High School to
you.
Casino Royale 2011
A special thank you
to Current & Alumni
Parents, John & Christine
Sharkey, whose generous
gift of $5,000 + matching
gift was omitted from our
2010-2011 Annual Report.
On Saturday, November 5th, the 3rd
Annual Casino Royale was held at the
Corning Country Club. The evening
began at 6PM with the opening of
the Casino Tables, Silent Auction and
Chinese Auction along with food and
drinks. At 7PM there was a Ball Drop on
the deck overlooking the 18th green with
winners claiming Closest to the pin with
a 50/50 prize. At 8:30 the Live Auction
began with the very charismatic MC –
Mr. Rick Pirrozolo (always a great time
to be around him). This year’s auction/
raffle items included exciting trips to
Aruba, Ormand Beach, Florida and a
2-night stay at the Maxa’s luxury condo
in Whiteface Club Resort on the shores
of Lake Placid. Other items included
an iPad, a cheerleader birthday party,
a Varsity Portrait Package, a chance for
“Premier” ND Graduation Seats, a night
of Cornell Hockey, Syracuse Football
Tickets or the lucky winner of the Instant
Wine Cellar valued at $2,800. There
were many items available to make a
silent bid on or to participate in the live
auction. Mark your calendar for next
year so you don’t miss out. It truly is a
great time with great people, great food
and great drink.
Notre Dame High School Reflections Winter 2011
Reunions and Gatherings
Class of 1962 - Upcoming 50th Reunion
The weekend for the 50th Reunion has been set
for the weekend of September 21st - 23rd, 2012. Friday nights ice-breaker will probably be held at
Bernie Murray’s (to be determined) and on Saturday, banquet reservations have been made at the
Hilton Garden Inn in Horseheads, NY. There will
be more information coming your way soon, but
if you have any questions, please contact Joy (Ipri)
Anderson at (607) 739-8966 or by e-mail at [email protected]. Class of 1967 - 45th Reunion - No reported plans.
Class of 1972 - 40th Reunion - No reported plans.
Class of 1977 - 35th Reunion - No reported plans.
Class of 1982- 30th Reunion - No reported plans.
Class of 1987 - 25th Reunion - No reported plans.
Class of 1992 - 20th Reunion - No reported plans.
Class of 1997 - 15th Reunion - No reported plans.
Class of 2002 – 10th Reunion - No reported plans.
Class of 2007 - 5-Year Reunion - No reported
plans.
WA
16
OR
12
CA
103
ID
4
NV
14
NH
VT 20 ME
8
10
MT
4
WY
6
UT
1
AZ
42
CO
28
MN
7
SD
2
IA
4
NE
4
KS
6
OK
4
NM
4
WI
8
TX
81
IL
42
MO
19
AR
1
LA
7
NY
2955
MI
27
IN
24
OH
69
KY
9
TN
32
MS
5
AL
7
PA
382
WV
7 VA
148
GA
59
SC
48
NC
120
MA
99
RI
CT 12
NJ 57
55 DE
MD 10
90
DC
7
FL
215
AP
2
AK
4
BC
1
HI
2
35 alumni in 28 various countries
PR
1
VI
1
How many alumni are in your state?
If you are interested in hosting a gathering for
alumni in your area, please contact Sister Mary
Walter at [email protected] or
Sue LaVelle at [email protected].
Keep checking the ND website for more updates
as they come to the school.
For ideas, please contact
Sue LaVelle’75 at
[email protected]
or by calling the Advancement Office.
Talk about an ND
Gathering…….
At a recent University of Notre Dame Football
Game in South Bend, Indiana, Marty & Suzie
Curran, current and alumni parents of Notre
Dame High School, met up with long-time friends,
Mike’76 & Gigi (Lynch’77) Frailey. The Curran’s
and Frailey’s daughters are students at the
University of Notre Dame. Accompanying Mike &
Gigi was Mike’s brother, Dan Frailey’75. Tom’77
and Maria Landy travelled with the Curran’s and
Tom reminisced about Homecoming’77 when he
escorted Gigi, who was the Homecoming Queen.
Talk about an ND gathering!!!!
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Thursday, June 14, 2012
Baccalaureate Mass – 7:30pm
Notre Dame High School
auditorium
Wednesday, February 29,
2012
Salute to America Concert –
7:30pm
Notre Dame Auditorium
Friday, June 16, 2012
Graduation Ceremony – Class
of 2012-7:30pm
Notre Dame High School
auditorium
Wednesday, May 23, 2012
Spring Concert – 7:30pm
Notre Dame High School
auditorium
Saturday, February 25, 2012
Fun With Inflatables – 10am3pm
Notre Dame Gymnasium
Saturday, March 10, 2012
Big Band Dance – 7:30pm
TBA
Sunday, May 20, 2012
Crusader Classic Golf
Tournament – 12:30pm
Elmira Country Club
Saturday, May 12, 2012
Mayfest – 10am–3pm
Notre Dame High School
Thursday, May 11, 2012
Annual Art Show – 6-8pm
Notre Dame High School
Friday, Saturday, Sunday –
March 30, 31 and April 1, 2012
Spring Show - TBA
Notre Dame Auditorium
Saturday, February 11, 2012
Cabaret Night – 7:30pm
Notre Dame High School
Wednesday, January 4, 2012
Corvette Drawing – 14pm
Notre Dame High School
Wednesday, December 21,
2011
Golden Mass - 1:30 pm
Notre Dame auditorium
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