March 2016 Albertus Magnus High School, Bardonia, NY Volume 56

March 2016
Albertus Magnus High School, Bardonia, NY
Robert J. Gomprecht, President
Lauren’s Law
Volume 56 Number 5
Chris Power, Principal
is named after Albertus Magnus High School Sophomore, Lauren Shields.
On Wednesday, February 24th the New York Senate voted unanimously to pass a four-year extension
of Lauren’s Law to boost organ donations. This law was originally passed by the Legislature in 2012.
Sen. David Carlucci, D-Clarkstown, Rockland County sponsored this bill. Lauren and her family were
at the Capital in Albany when the bill was approved.
The law requires individuals who apply for a driver’s license to complete the organ donor registry
section of the application by selecting either “yes” or “skip this question.”
The measure was changed again last November to require the state Department of Motor Vehicles to
not process license applications that didn't have a completed donor registry section. Since then, Carlucci and advocates said the number of people signing up to be donors has skyrocketed.
Sen. David Carlucci, D-Clarkstown, poses at the state Capitol with Lauren Shields, who inspired Lauren's Law
for organ donations (Photo: Joseph Spector, Albany Bureau, LoHud, The Journal News)
Honor Roll
FIRST HONORS is awarded to a student who achieves an average of 95% with no failing grade.
9th Grade
10th Grade
11th Grade
12th Grade
Sedona Boyle
Brendan Curley
Leilany Felz
Nicholas Fisher
Victoria Garcia
Gwynne Haigh
Mackenzie Nyemchek
Kelly L. O'Brien
Mary O'Connor
Noah Shupe
Elise Tumibay
Emma Woodhead
Gia Cricchio
Kieran Doherty
Tyler Guarino
Shannon Kelly
Danielle LaRochelle
Katelyn Mager
Toni Linn Moore
Caitlin O'Dowd
Samantha Pisano
Erin Santos
Kylie Trombino
Jenna Tyrrell
Elizabeth Benedetto
Medgine Boutin
Samantha Brosius
Philip Cipollina
Christopher Cooney
Niles Davies
Michael Dunne
Gabrielle Favre
Leah Hopson
Helaina Lopez
Chloe Martinez
Christopher McAvoy
Valerie Monaco
Jake Rivera
Meaghan Sullivan
Emily Auld
Olivia Berkner
Paulina Dore
Maria Fernandes
Reilly Golden
Matthew Grieco
Samantha Heavner
James B. Musngi
Emily A. Nealon
Timothy A. O'Connor
Jacklyn L. Onody
Katherine A. Reilly
Giordana Scaffidi
Carly M. Winchell
Heba Z. Yacoub
Chelsea L. Yagel
Honor Roll
SECOND HONORS is awarded to a student who achieves an average of 90% with no failing grade
9th Grade
10th Grade
Victoria Bosco-Ryan
Marco Ceconi
Christina DaBronzo
Veronica DeGennaro
Marilyn Dolan
Nicholas Fevola
Thomas J. Fitzgerald
Jack Fitzpatrick
Kaitlyn Fullick
Joana Garafolo
Madison Giuliano
Sydney Hanifin
Sean Harrington
Catherine Hoblin
Julia Adams
Sarah Agosto
11th Grade
Gabriella Angeletti
Jovan Bertrand
Mary Elizabeth Amonica Brandon Breece
Erin Arduini
Josephine Buckley
Madison Bagatta
Jacqueline Cerrati
Todd Campanella Jr. James Clifford
Francesca Clement
Jack Conlan
Elizabeth Collins
Collin Crispino
Brianna Dechabert
Alexandra DiNardo
Kiera Egan
Megan Donelan
Megan Ferguson
Julia Fahey
Kieran Flanagan
Nicoll Flores
Madison Grande
Grace Freeman
Marina Iodice
Anna Hennelly
Rodrigue Jean-Baptiste Kasey Kemmer
Paulina Kanburiyan
Kristen Keown
Jessica Kilb
Paiyam Kardgar
Amaya McDonald
Kathleen Kunz
Kaitlyn Kreider
Jordan Medici
Eva LoPresti
Melissa Lagueras
Faith Metcalf
Carly Mackle
Tess Lorenz
Jessica Nin
Eden McConnell
Michael Macalintal
Greg Anthony
John Maguire
Karishma Melwani
Paredes
Gregory McAvoy
Meaghan Potenza
Kyle Murray
Patrick McConnell
Elizabeth Rauchet
Isibeal O'Flynn
Victoria McNamara
Christiana Regenauer Michael O'Leary
Alison Moutinho
Steven Travaglini
Jessica O'Neill
Kylie Priest
Kaylee Ortiz
Matthew Quinones
Victoria Paciello
Selena Roberts
Caitlyn Pauyo
10th Grade cont.
Jack Rockhill
Victoria Rooney
James Roff
Lauren Shields
Hailey Tyler
Michael Sakmann
Connor Silverstein
Alexa Untener
Zachary Shaffer
Cody Sohalski
Kayla Vogelsang
Berry Shupe
Seamus Townsend
Samantha Weil
Gabrielle Smith
12th Grade
Michelle Barry
Kyra Berkner
Casey Bischoff
Isabella Bono
Megan Bragaglia
Brendan Callahan
Carly Clinton
Zachary Cunillera
Erin Curley
Kelly DeVizio
Tonny Francois
Mary Gavin
Annalise Gutenberger
Joseph Hahnenfeld
Theresa Hutton
Samantha Joseph
Hope Kehoe
Angela Koza
Gabriel Lara
John Lauder
Ashley L. Maturo
Kendra Mayne
11th Grade cont. Richard Michel
Siobhan Murphy
Michael J. Padron
Mazie Stiles
Jordan C. Rivera
Whitnie Torchon
Stephen R. Rodriguez
Jaclyn Travaglini
Amanda M. Silvestri
Abigail Urena
Jessica N. Stagnari
Gina Valvo
Stephen R. Storms
Jenna Vogelsang
Ashley Tortorella
Natalie Walker
Jacqueline M. Traub
William Ward
Dylan G. Winchell
Tonianne Zottoli
FROM THE OFFICE OF CAMPUS MINISTRY
March is upon us and winter is almost done and as docile as this winter has been I’m, sure we are all
ready for spring! Deep down we await that day when we will look out of our window and see the small
but mighty crocus make its presence known and assure us that spring is on the way! Our faith journey
during Lent provides us a similar assurance, the knowledge that after 40 days of prayer and fasting we
will once again experience the joy of Easter!
Since our last newsletter, our activities at Campus Ministry activities have continued to evolve and it is
a blessing to share some of these events with you.
Our sophomore class completed their Midnight Run and as always this proved to be a powerful experience for all involved. As one student reflected:
“At every stop we had people who stood out in the freezing cold waiting for us. It made me feel
good to give these people some warm food and some warm clothes on such a cold night. Every time
we gave something to someone, we saw how grateful they were for the things they had, though they
had so little. Sometimes we had people asking for half a cup of soup, not because it wasn’t good (lots
of them said it was amazing), but because they wanted everyone else to have some. I remember
someone at the second stop say: ‘God is showing me mercy, through you guys’.”
Unfortunately the trip to Washington D.C .for Life was cancelled due to the impending blizzard.
Both Junior and Sophomore classes attended a retreat with Tony Belizzii a well-known youth speaker.
The Preaching Team has planned a Mass to be held for National Catholic Sisters Week on March 8 th.
The Mass will honor the Dominican Sisters of Sparkill for their commitment to their original vision to
provide a quality Catholic Secondary education for the young men and women of our area.
One member of the Preaching Team was invited to preach at a special Lenten Vesper service at the
Dominican Sisters Motherhouse in Sparkill.
Ashes were distributed at a special service which included a beautiful preaching by a member of the
sophomore class.
Stations of the Cross will be held for the student body on March 23rd.
Our young women continue to support the Days For Girls Project held at Dominican Convent. They
work with the sisters to provide sanitary supplies for young women in third world countries. This is a
very special project and girls and their moms are always welcome to join us. Just call the Campus
Ministry for more info.
As an Easter People we live in the knowledge of the love of our Risen Savior. May these remaining
days of Lent give you an opportunity to draw nearer to him so that you may have a joy filled “Alleluia”
in your heart on Easter!
-submitted by Sr. Nancy Richter, O.P.
MUSIC NOTES
Cut Footloose: Over 100 students are preparing for our Spring Musical, " Footloose." In our largest
cast ever, 68 students will be acting, singing, and dancing across the stage in March! We are currently rehearsing in the library every day after school with Erika, our choreographer and Mrs. Rizzo. Our fabulous
(and almost 40 member) stage crew led by Mrs. Nancy Quinn are building and painting on stage daily. We
are all very excited about this show! Opening night is just two weeks away....
- submitted by Mrs. Nadia Rizzo
ATHLETICS
Congratulations to our Winter Sport Teams for a very successful season!!
Spring Sports begin Monday, March 7, 2016. Please pass by the Nurse`s office
for appropriate forms to be filled out by parent or guardian.
No student may begin practice unless they are cleared by the Nurse first.
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United For The Troops wishes to thank Principal Christopher Power,
President Robert Gomprecht and the students of Albertus Magnus High School
For you contributions and support.
Certificate of Appreciation
IS PRESENTED TO
ALBERTUS MAGNUS HIGH SHOOL
THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT
Thanks To Your Efforts The Service Men And Women Serving In The United States Armed
Forces Are Able To Continue Receiving Gift Packages During Their Deployment.
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UNITEDFORTHETROOPS.ORG
AMHS Parent Association & AMHS Guidance Department
Present
Thursday, April 14th, 2016
Tom Collins Gymnasium
7:00pm – 8:30pm
Albertus Magnus High School welcomes
Admissions Officers from the following Universities:
Fordham University - Mr. Dan McDermott
Manhattan College - Ms. Anne Rotundo
Marist College – Mr. Julio A. Torres, Jr.
Rockland Community College Honors Program – Ms. Hannah Lowney
Sacred Heart University - Ms. Julia Morgillo
State University of New York at Oneonta – Ms. Veronica Wainman
Topics to be discussed:
“The Transcript”
“The College Essay”
“The Letter of Recommendation”
“The Importance of the Campus Visit”
“The Intangibles throughout the application process”
“SAT/ACT - Test Optional”
Albertus Magnus High School begins the college preparatory process from the first day of your
child’s freshman year. Parents do not want to miss this valuable opportunity for your child’s future!
All parents and students of Albertus Magnus are welcome.
DATES TO REMEMBER
Thursday, March 3
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Sophomore Retreat
Saturday, March 5
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CYO Championships—Regionals
Monday, March 7
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Spring Sports Begin—Sport fees due
Tuesday, March 8
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Mass to Honor Dominican Sisters of Sparkill—9:45 am
Friday, March 11
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Progress Reports Mailed
Staff Development Day No Student Attendance
Thursday, March 17
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St. Patrick’s Day
Friday, March 18
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Spring Musical—FOOTLOOSE—7:00 pm www.showtix4u.com
Saturday, March 19
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Spring Musical—FOOTLOOSE—7:00 pm www.showtix4u.com
Sunday, March 20
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Spring Musical—FOOTLOOSE—2:00 pm www.showtix4u.com
PALM SUNDAY—St. Patrick’s Day Parade, Pearl River
Wednesday, March 23
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Stations of the Cross
March 24—April 1
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Easter Recess—School Closed
Monday, April 4
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Classes Resume
Tuesday, April 5
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Eucharistic Minister Training
Thursday, April 7
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AMHS Life Chain
Paint Party & Wine Girls LAX fundraiser—7:00pm
Tuesday, April 12
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Eucharistic Minister Training
7th Grade Academic Jeopardy
Wednesday, April 13
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Class of 2020 Freshman Orientation—6:30 pm
Thursday, April 14
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College Representative Panel—7:00 pm—8:30 pm
Friday, April 15
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Report Cards Mailed
Tuesday, April 19
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Eucharistic Minister Training
Spring Open House—6:30-9:00 pm
Wednesday, April 20
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Senior Class Mass at St. Patrick’s Cathedral
Junior Class Ring Mass—7:00 pm