Our Mission - Lebanon Catholic School

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Our Mission - Lebanon Catholic School
Messages from Our School ..................................2
Sonni Walsh Memorial Golf Tournament ..............3
Brazilian Man Delivered Message of Hope............3
Mrs. Toomey Retires ..........................................4
Class of 2014 Photos ..........................................4
Four Students Seek to Become Catholic................5
Class of 1964 ......................................................6
Alumni/Reunion News ........................................8
Thanks to our Donors! ......................................10
School Receives Unprecedented Gift from Class of 1964
In celebration and recognition of the 50th
Anniversary of their graduation in 1964 on
Assumption Hill, classmates from ‘64 pulled
together and raised $11,500.00 to outfit the
library computer hub. Their donation provided
brand new desktop computers outfitted with
stylish black task chairs, which will greatly
benefit the current students at LC.
Another $500 from a classmate was earmarked
for the music department — which gave a grand
total of $12,000 — a record gift from any 50th
Class from Lebanon Catholic.
A heartfelt, huge thank you to the following
members of the Class of 1964 for their awesome
commitment to their Alma Mater!
Charles W. Allwein, Suzanne O’Donnell Andrews, Alice Zerbe
Arnold, Thomas and Elizabeth Barry, Linda Forti Berkhesier,
Jere M. Boyer, Donald J. Brickley, Carol Rollman Brown,
Mr. Charles Buchanio, Rosemary Kipp Budy, Frank and
Cathy Bunch, Ernest R. Corl, Mary Darkes Deaven (Music Department), Nancy Selman Drye, Peggy Kimmel Eisenhauer,
Theresa Pavone Fasnacht, Ann Marie Cox Foster (in memory
of Paulette Kudela Fortna’64), Charles Gassert, Mauree Boyd
Gingrich, Jane Heilman, Avery J. Heim, Stephen P. Karinch,
Jr. (in memory of Patricia Schaab Arnold ‘64), Joseph E. Kane,
Dennis M. Kirsch, Sr., Monica Fisher Klick (in memory of John
M. Rish ‘64, Joseph P. Simpson ‘64, Angelina Frattaroli Snyder
‘64, Judy Vernon Kershner ‘64, Rita M. Laycock ‘64 and 1964’s
class mom, Joan Hickey), Janet Leiss Klinger, Patricia Seyfert
Krall, Joseph D. Kreider, Nancy Dunnigan Kreider, Barbara
Kunder, Michelina M. Laws, Joann Garloff Meyer (in memory
of Mary Alice Kasprisin Feinstein ‘64), Bill Levengood,
Barbara Fields Pianka, Joseph F. Penn, Maria Powers, Robert
W. Reppert, Sally Stefonich Shultz, Suzanne Peiffer
Simpson, James A. Snell, Margaret Mullen Stutzman,
Mary Sciotti Thompson, Lucille Midlick Vallen, Anthony V.
Vannicola, Edward Wentzel, Victoria Baldori Wentzler,
Frank J. Wrubel, Robert Zurel.
And then to top it off… Two additional
benefactors came forth to double-down on
matching gifts and the school was able to
purchase new computers for the elementary
and secondary computer labs. †
Lebanon Catholic School Logos Redesigned
Lebanon Catholic School is
excited to unveil new
academic and athletic logos
and to introduce a new, more
user-friendly website.
The academic crest still remains
a strong representation of the
LC community and its link to
the Diocese of Harrisburg.
Following the design of the shield that serves as the
centerpiece of the Diocese of Harrisburg, the shield
and the icons will continue to serve as the base of
the redesigned crest.
The crescent moon is the revered lunar symbol of
the Immaculate Conception of the Blessed Virgin
Mary, whom Saint John beheld in a vision as “a
woman… with the moon under her feet”
(Revelation 12:1).
Two silver roundels are derived from the arms of
William Penn, the English Quaker and founder
of Pennsylvania.
The cedar tree has Biblical ties and represents
centuries of religious struggles for Lebanon. This
cedar is referenced many times in the Bible:
“The righteous flourish like the palm tree, and
grow like a cedar in Lebanon” (Psalms 92:12).
The most prominent feature of the arms of
Lebanon Catholic School is a cross, the central
symbol of the Christian faith,
The shield is finally inscribed with the school’s
motto, “Wisdom Through Mary.”
The basic color of the field is deep blue, in honor
of the Blessed Virgin Mary. Blue also is the
heraldic color for philosophy.
Along with the
academic logo, Lebanon
Catholic Athletics will
bear a new Beaver logo.
While the familiar and
beloved beaver logo will
still hold a place in our
hearts, the new Beaver athletic logo depicts a
fierce beaver charging into competition. †
Educating with Faith
Since 1859
FALL 2014
Our Mission
Lebanon Catholic School is a ministry of the Roman Catholic Diocese
of Harrisburg serving diverse families of the Lebanon area. We provide
a co-educational, spiritual learning
environment for students in grades
K4-12. Students are encouraged to
become life-long disciples and learners through emphasis on prayer,
worship, service, and academic discipline. By sharing the mission of
the Church to guide, form, and
teach as Jesus did, we prepare our
students to fulfill their roles in the
Church and in society.
Lebanon Catholic School
1400 Chestnut Street
Lebanon, PA 17042
(717)273-3731
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news from our school
Lori Kostow – Director of Advancement
Mrs. Rose Kury – Principal/Secondary Director
Mrs. Lori Kostow
I hope this message finds you well. You
are so important to Lebanon Catholic
School because of your proven dedication
to Catholic education. The Lebanon
Catholic today is a different school than it
was even 5 years ago. Although time
passes and change is inevitable, your alma
mater remains dedicated to the spirituallystrong, value-centered education it offers.
LC is alive and well today!
At LC, our goal is to ensure that we offer the highest quality
education and standard of excellence you expect from us. Each
and every day the faculty educates our students, preparing their
minds and tending to their spirits for inspirational lives in our
community. Our reward is in the success of our students.
Amid laughter, cheers and a few tears, the LCS Class of 2014 said
farewell to their high school days during commencement held last
May in the school auditorium. With 33 graduates garnering nearly
$743,000 in scholarships and academic awards and 100% of college
acceptances, the Class of 2014 leaves a legacy that has become the
standard of LCS. We consider our students among the best and the
brightest in our state.
With awareness of the diverse economic backgrounds of LC
families, the school’s Board and Administration purposefully
maintains a tuition rate that is lower than those of our peer
Catholic and private schools. The Annual Fund, and the generosity
of our benefactors, provides the school with unrestricted funds
that meet the school’s operating needs and provides for
enhancements to academic instruction, co-curricular activities and
campus facilities throughout the year.
Please consider being a partner in the mission by making a gift to
the Annual Fund today. Each and every gift, no matter how big or
small, is very important. When everyone participates in the
Annual Fund, we build a stronger LC community. Because without
your partnership, we would have difficulty aspiring to make
significant progress in the future. Your gift is an opportunity to
show your gratitude for what a Lebanon Catholic education means
to you and your family.
Thank you in advance of your generosity!
Totus tuus. †
For more information about our 2014-2015 Annual Appeal,
please contact Lori Kostow at 717-273-3731, ext. 327
or send an email to:
[email protected]
“For it is in giving that we receive.”
Prayer of St. Francis of Assisi
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Greetings From the Principal
©Kalinoski Photography
Lebanon Catholic is Alive and Well!
The start of another school year, and we
at Lebanon Catholic School continue to
be blessed.
We welcome the following faculty and
staff who have joined Lebanon Catholic
School. Mrs. Stacy Emberger is our new
sixth grade teacher. Ms. Cynthia Scholl is
in a new position as the Account
Manager and Mrs. Katie Carl is the
Mrs. Rose Kury
Administrative Assistant. We wish Mrs.
June Toomey a wonderful retirement
after 27 years of dedicated service and thank her for the many
students’ lives she has touched. Ms. Kylee Eck a 2008 graduate of
LCS has filled the Kindergarten position and will continue the
tradition of family in our school.
Lebanon Catholic School office staff and maintenance crew
worked hard this summer to prepare the building and grounds for
the new school year. Tree removal around the campus brightens
up the school yard and new sidewalks make for a safer walk..
Classrooms received a fresh coat of paint. With the help of very
generous donors and the class of 1964, both the elementary and
secondary computer labs received new computers, in addition to
the library hub and one computer for each faculty member. The
administration offices received a well- overdue upgrade. Landscaping
around the Blessed Mother on Chestnut Street was done, and new
annual plants and mulch helped to beautify this space.
I am pleased to say that 65 new students enrolled in Lebanon
Catholic School for the year 2014-2015. This is thanks to the
efforts of the Department of Enrollment under Advancement
which is making strides in reaching out to the community to
share the mission of our school. Our hopes are to one day reach
our full capacity.
As we increase enrollment, we will continue to grow and spread
the good news about Lebanon Catholic School.
I thank you for your dedication and your contributions to your
beloved Alma Mater. May God shine upon you and bless you and
your families. †
Lebanon Catholic Fall Sports Honors/Achievements
BOYS SOCCER: Senior Alex Amerman received 2014 All County
Academic All Star and junior Bryce Hains received All County 2nd
Team Section 3 All Star honors.
GIRLS SOCCER: Senior, Monica Pastal received 2014 All Country
Academic All Star and freshman, Neesha Pierre received All
County 1st Team All Star honors.
FOOTBALL: Senior, John Groh received another nod in 2014 for
All County First Team Offense (TE) and First Team Defense (DB)
All Star while playing for Annville-Cleona.
GOLF: Senior Annalia Kostow received bronze medal for finishing
3rd place at the PIAA District III Section II Championships for Girls
Golf, finished 12th at the PIAA Eastern Regionals State Championship;
and earned second place in Lebanon All County Golf Championship.
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News from our school
22nd Annual Rosemary Sonni Walsh
Memorial Golf Tournament
Brazilian Man with Rare Birth Disorder
Delivered Message of Faith and Hope
On June 6th, 2014, Lebanon Catholic School held its 22nd Annual
Rosemary Sonni Walsh Memorial Golf Tournament on a beautiful
spring day at Lebanon Country Club with 126 golfers participating.
Thanks to the golf tournament committee, chaired by Mike Walsh
‘71, Scott Clentimack ‘75, and Loren Schrum and the supporting
committee members (Jeannie Rittle, Chris Walsh, Ryan Walsh ‘95,
John Walsh ‘98, Kaitlyn Walsh ‘03, Lori Kostow, Milissa
Woodward ‘82, Barbara Schrum, Megan Sanchez) it was a very
successful event. It included a picnic feast for lunch, a great day of
golf, and superb gourmet selections for dinner along with a live
auction with Loren Schrum at the mic. The tournament earned
over $8,000 for tuition assistance, which are awarded to students
in the form of Rose Grants.
Transforming. Emotional.
Inspirational. Joyful. Grateful.
Next year’s tournament will be held again at Lebanon Country
Club on the first Friday in June. Hope to see you there. †
These were just a few of the
remarks expressed by the LC
high school students, faculty
and guests who were fully
absorbed in the life story of
Claudio Vieira de Oliveira in the school auditorium on a cool fall
day in October. He is a man who will forever leave a footprint in
their hearts.
Internationally-renowned speaker, Claudio Vieira de Oliveira, a
37-year old Brazilian man who doctors said would never survive a
congenital birth disorder, delivered an inspirational message of
hope through an interpreter to students in grades 9-12 at Lebanon
Catholic School on Tuesday, October 21st in the school auditorium.
Claudio, a soft-spoken man spoke in his native language of
Portuguese to Father George, a Brazilian priest and life-long friend
and caretaker to Claudio who interpreted his story. His words
captivated the audience describing the amazing faith-filled journey
which garnered lessons of perseverance, fortitude, faith, hope,
love and joy.
“All of us are born with a purpose.
None of us are not born to take up
space, but to love and fulfill God’s
purpose…” said Claudio.
1st Place – [54] $100 each
Matt Callihan, Anthony
Carpenter, Zach, Johnson,
Ryan Stenberg
2nd place –56 $50 each
Gary Kutay, Leland Kutay,
Mark Randall, Richard Walters
3rd place – 57 $25 each
Eric Walter, Mark Kostow,
Carlos Sanchez
Claudio Vieira de Oliveira, was born
with a rare degenerative disorder
called congenital arthrogryposis. This
disorder caused his limbs to bend
and curve abnormally — his head is pulled backwards to an
upside-down position and his arms and legs are contracted in
awkward positions, thus making them virtually unworkable. His
mother was advised by doctors to abort the pregnancy when
Claudio was in the womb. She refused. Upon his birth, doctors
advised her to starve him to death because of the gross
deformities to his tiny body. She refused.
He is self-described as stubborn, a trait most likely passed on from
his beloved mother. He desired most to learn to walk, to learn to
read, speak, and attend college. He has achieved all those dreams
and more. He graduated university with a degree in accounting
science. He is a preacher who has met three popes.
The students, faculty and guests were seriously moved by a man
who literally and figuratively has seen the world from a different
point of view. He continues to beat the odds despite his physical
disfigurement and live a life fulfilled with joy and happiness.
Claudio took pen to paper by using his mouth to draw a beautiful
picture of a lily, which he gave to the school as a symbol of
remembrance and hope. †
Mr. Thomas DeAngelis ‘71, former LCHS religion teacher and football coach, was the conduit
who connected Lebanon Catholic with this amazing speaker through his work with Stewardship:
Mission of Faith, a non-profit Catholic ministry located in Elizabethtown, PA. (To learn more, go to
www.stewardshipmission.org).
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news from our school
Beloved Kindergarten Teacher,
Mrs. Toomey, Retires After 26 Years
Celebrating The Class of 2014
Whether teaching her kindergarten students a unique craft for the
letter of the week, being witness to an “aha moment” when a
child comprehends something for the first time, or tracing her
students’ silhouette for kindergarten graduation, Lebanon Catholic
teacher, Mrs. June Toomey had made a lasting impression.
She always praised her kindergarten students when they excelled
at something and gave encouragement to children who struggled.
“Best teacher ever,” “I love Mrs. Toomey,” and “an awesome
teacher” are just a few of the sentiments made by her students she
taught over the years. Lebanon Catholic School has provided her
with an opportunity to watch her students grow into adolescents
and into young adults.
June Toomey joined Saint Mary’s
School in 1988. She retired without
any grandeur at the end of the
school year in June. After 26 years
of teaching, she passed the baton
of her cherished kindergarten
classroom to Kylee Eck ‘10, her
former kindergarten student. Her
emotions and heart will always be
in teaching. Nevertheless, over the
last couple of years, she started to
feel it was time to slow down. Mrs.
Toomey plans to enjoy more time
with her husband, Dennis, and her
family. She and her husband would
Mrs. Toomey poses with Kylee Eck ‘08 when like to travel and find new
she was in kindergarten.
experiences to share. †
Sister Maryann Szarek poses with the 2014 graduates
Bishop Ronald Gainer greets
LC faculty at graduation.
Theresa Chey is beaming with
joy upon receiving her diploma
Big smiles reveal elation from
new graduates Michael
Marakowski and Helene Reist
for their accomplishments
School Will Undergo Middle States
Accreditation Review in 2015
Lebanon Catholic School, like all other schools accredited by
Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools (MSA), must
periodically renew its accreditation. The process occurs
approximately every seven years.
Accreditation is a means of showing confidence in a school’s
performance. When a school is accredited, it certifies that the
school has met the prescribed qualitative standards of the Middle
States Association within the terms of the school’s own stated
philosophy and objectives. The chief purpose of the accreditation
process is the improvement of education for youth by evaluating
the degree to which a school has attained worthwhile outcomes
set by its own staff and community. This is accomplished by
periodically conducting a comprehensive self-evaluation of the
total school. Our last self-study occurred in 2007. †
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to the Class of 2014
Our Digital World
Our digital world demands constant
investment in technology. Thanks to
major gifts made by committed
benefactors, Mr. Kenneth Leedy and
an anonymous donor, LC was able to
outfit every teacher with a new desktop
computer and furnish both computer
labs for the elementary and secondary
with new desktop computers.
News from our school
JBT is Banking on Local Students
Mrs. Ann Decker of Jonestown Bank and Trust Company visited
Lebanon Catholic School on Assumption Hill on October 29, 2014
to announce JBT’s $2,500 gift in Educational Improvement Tax
Credit (EITC) scholarships for tuition which will help families
with children in pre-kindergarten attending LC for the 2015-16
school year.
Decker offered remarks, noting that company’s on-going support
through EITC contributions to the Bishop Neumann Foundation
is part of the bank’s community reinvestment and is an effort to
assist families and students in achieving educational goals.
Four Students Seek to Become Catholic
Holy Spirit Opens the Hearts of Four Lebanon Catholic School
Students Who Seek to Become Catholic
It’s 10:30 a.m. at an all-school Mass in the auditorium at Lebanon
Catholic School on Thursday, November 13th, 2014.The students
from grades kindergarten through 12 grade have been seated are
ready for Mass to begin. They stand and turn to the rear of the
auditorium.
Deacon Richard Wentzel ‘57 from Assumption of the Blessed
Virgin Mary Catholic Church of Lebanon, PA and Father Michael
Rothan, school chaplain and pastor at ABVM Catholic Church
implement the ceremonial rite of initiation for four Lebanon
Catholic students who are beginning the process of the Rite of
Christian Initiation (RCIA) — the first time in the school’s history
where four students are embarking as Pre-Catechumenates of the
RCIA process at the same time. Through faith-filled instruction,
retreats, Advent and Lenten penitential services and devotional
practices, and service outreach, an apostolic spirit was instilled in
them at Lebanon Catholic School.
The four students are Troy Buckley, a senior; Jessica Bassili, a
sophomore; Olivia Reilly, grade 4 and her older sister, Madelynn
Reilly, an 8th grade student.
“We are truly thankful for businesses like Jonestown Bank and
others like, Tim McShane Allstate Insurance and Amerman,
Ginder and Company, who continue their generosity and are
dependable year after year. There is hope for other businesses in
our community to take notice and become active participants in
this beneficial scholarship program. We are working vigilantly to
educate local companies about the benefits and the simplicity of
the tax credit program,” commented Lori Kostow, Director of
Advancement at Lebanon Catholic School.
Through the state’s EITC Pre-K program, a business may receive a
tax credit equal to 100% of the first $10,000 contributed to the
Bishop Neumann Scholarship Foundation during the taxable year,
and may receive a tax credit equal to 90% of any additional amount
contributed during the taxable year, up to a maximum of $150,000
per taxable year. Additionally, the EITC allows contributions to a K12 Scholarship program, which are administered by the Neumann
Foundation. Contributions to these programs may receive a tax
credit equal to 90% of up to $300,000 annually, if the business
commits to a two-year gift, or 75% tax credit for a single year gift.
Families who are interested in the K4 program for the 2015-2016
academic year must complete an application to be considered for
this scholarship, which is a time-sensitive application form
available at the school from January through mid-March, 2015. For
EITC tax credit opportunities at Lebanon Catholic School for your
business, please call 273-3731, ext. 327. †
Deacon Richard Wentzel said, “Father Rothan and I thought it
would be a great teaching moment for the faculty and student
body of Lebanon Catholic to experience this beautiful rite of the
signing of the senses and welcoming them as Catechumens for the
Sacraments of Baptism, Confirmation, and Holy Eucharist at the
Easter Vigil on April 4, 2015. Pray for them as they walk this
journey of Faith.” †
In October senior Jolie Conway received a prestigious
commendation from the National Merit Scholarship
Program. This achievement is an honor only reserved for
students who achieve outstanding scores from the PSAT
test which was taken during their junior year. Conway,
who resides in Lebanon, PA is the daughter of Lisa
Murcko, who received the same commendation for her
work when she was in high school.
Ann Decker (pictured left), Business Development Officer from Jonestown Bank and Trust Co.
presented a big check in the amount of $2,500 to Mrs. Jean Coleman ‘81, pre-k teacher at
Lebanon Catholic School, for tuition scholarship for pre-k students enrolling in 2015-2016.
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news from our grads
Lebanon Catholic Alumna
and Teacher honored with
Golden Apple Award
Lebanon Catholic School is very pleased
to announce that Mrs. Elizabeth Shimko
was honored with the prestigious
Golden Apple Award by the Very Reverend
Edward Quinlan, Secretariat of Education
for the Diocese of Harrisburg at the
Annual Catholic Education Conference
at Bishop McDevitt High School.
The Golden Apple Awards Program is
sponsored by the Donohue Family
Foundation of Pittsburgh, PA and honors
the contributions of outstanding
individuals who devote their lives to
teaching in Catholic schools. The Golden
Apple Award was given to seven
teachers in the Diocese of Harrisburg.
Each recipient received a cash reward of
$5000 and a Golden Apple with a 24
carat gold cross in addition to a variety
of other gifts.
Mrs. Elizabeth Shimko ‘73 has proven
herself to the school community as a
very dedicated and spiritually-minded
teacher as she shares both her expertise
in mathematics and her faith in many
leadership roles with her students.
During her 25 years as a Catholic school
educator (all at Lebanon Catholic School),
Mrs. Shimko thinks of herself more than
just an instructor of math. “Each day is a
teaching moment, an opportunity to
make a permanent impact on a child’s
life; it is an awesome responsibility and
can only be accomplished with
dedication, persistence and the
knowledge that God has chosen me to
this vocation,” stated Shimko.
“Mrs. Shimko not only teaches the
concepts, she teaches respect,
responsibility, choice and consequences
to her students. She gives them
meaningful direction to have a successful
life,” acknowledged Mrs. Rose Kury,
Principal of Lebanon Catholic School.
Each year Elizabeth is selected as an
excellent educator mentor to one of our
top three students at the Lebanon Valley
Chamber of Commerce Excellence in
Education Banquet. She has a running
record of 18 years for being selected by
her students as an excellent educator. †
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A Half Century of Wisdom
A Few Lessons Learned on the 50th Anniversary of the Class of 1964
I had 16 years of Catholic education.
The first 8 at St. Cyril’s, with the Sisters of
St. Cyril and Methodius, the next 4 at
LCHS with predominantly, the Sisters of
St. Joseph, and the next 4 at the
University of Scranton with the Jesuits.
There was much to be learned from all. I
can’t honestly say I did that, but some
things certainly rubbed off.
I guess I could pass on a few bits of
wisdom after all these years so, here goes:
1. Shoot high. Never be afraid of failure.
Failure is how we learn to do better
next time. The workplace does not
always recognize this, but it’s
important to not be complacent in your
endeavors. I spent my early years after
college as an Army Officer. I was
certainly not rewarded for my
mistakes, but I learned from them.
2. Be kind to others. Anything but kindness
will eventually come back to bite.
3. Appreciate your family. In the end, they
are the only ones who will remember you.
4. Be generous. You do not get to take
anything with you to heaven, so if you
are successful in life, spread it around.
5. Never stop learning. Strive to be the
best at whatever you chose to do.
Second best is not good enough. Give it
your all, whatever it is.
6. Make some good friends and treat them
well. Friends are important in life.
7. Do not ever forget to include God in
your life. Many times life gets in the
way of prayer and particularly weekend
worship. It’s a mistake to get too busy
to go to Mass on Sunday. Communal
worship is important. This one should
probably be at the top of the list. So
many young families find they are too
busy for Church – big mistake.”
John Wolfe
After 50 years, I see the world from a
different perspective. My classmates and
I have all had highs and lows since
graduation. Life is a great leveler and
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teacher of humility which results in
greater respect for each other. As you
prepare to leave school, expect the
unexpected. There is a quote that I
believe was roughly translated from the
Old Testament, “Man makes plans,
God laughs.”“
Lucille A. Midlick Vallen
Actually it was my older sister’s wisdom
that impressed me most. After high
school I was a lost soul for a while. She
said that until I started to live the way I
believed, I wouldn’t find any peace.
Thank you, Sis!
Janet Levengood O’Donnell
Essential lessons of life:
Sister Louis Agnes: “It’s just as easy to
fall in love with a rich man as a poor
man.” …didn’t take that advice ;)
Sister Dennis Eileen: “Does your mother
know you are dating that “senior” boy?”
…married to that “senior” boy for
47 years!
My education at LCHS served me well.
It built serious character. I was able to
compete with college grads (I didn’t go
to college), and served in sales and
management in several national
companies.”
My words of wisdom:
Learn to look at the worst possible
circumstance that could come from any
move. If you can live with that, you’re
good to go!
If your world seems to be ending, think
about how important the event will be in
1, 5, or 10 years.”
Monica Fisher Klick
the class of 1964
1964: A Look Back
Lebanon Catholic High School
graduated a record class of 151
seniors on Sunday, May 31, 1964
during commencement exercises in
the school auditorium. The class of
1964 broke the record established
by the school’s class of 1962 which
had 108 members.
The valedictorian of the class was
Michelina Mary Laws. In her
Class of 1964 valedictorian
address, Michelina appealed to her
Michelina Mary Laws
class members to retain their
adventuresome enthusiasm they
now have, as they accept the
responsibilities and obligations of adulthood.
“As we grow older, “security” will present itself as more valuable
than ambition; “practicality” will dim our visions and substitute
tangible, less worthy goals. Convention and human weakness will
pressure us to become provincial, lukewarm citizens who not only
forget to think about life, but who refuse to feel, to care about it.
That is the way it has always been. The fire of youth gradually
cools down to the warm complacency of later life. Yet it doesn’t
have to be this way,” she continued.
“As the class of 1964 grows older, we must also grow, not fade in
spirit. We must always be ready to try something new, to prefer
the risk of greatness to the security of mediocrity. It is true that
men can change the world, but only if they care about it; and the
essence of our youth is caring, believing, trying, and daring.”
In conclusion, Laws said: “The soul that dares to aim the highest, to
attempt the impossible, the soul that dares to give itself entirely to
the live of Christ that soul will dare with the courage of youth.”
(Except from Catholic School Education in Saint Mary’s School, 1979.)
Fast forward to 2014
Fifty years later, Lebanon Catholic School graduated 33 seniors on
May 23, 2014 on Assumption Hill. This year two seniors shared the
distinct honor of co-valedictorians. Speeches were given by Kristen
Behrens and Corinne McCarthy.
McCarthy reflected on how each member of the class is destined to
fulfill God’s plan. “While the purpose of our graduation ceremony is to
look back at what we’ve accomplished, we also look forward to what we
hope to become. St. Catherine of Sienna said, “Be who God meant you
to be and you will set the world on fire. “But how do we know who
we’re meant to be? This is the question we begin to answer tonight…”
Class of 2014 Co-valedictorians Corinne McCarthy and Kristen Behrens lead
the class out of the cafeteria to commencement with Sister Maryann Szarek
“…So what did St. Catherine mean by her quote? She was saying that
God intends for us to set the world ablaze spiritually by the way we
live our Catholic faith. That’s the reason we came to Lebanon
Catholic – to prepare to set the world on fire. But we can only do that
if we follow God’s plan for us. His plan has gotten us to this point
and will take us where we need to be in the future, but only if we
actively see out His will. Whether we are the least or the greatest in
the eyes of the world, there will be only one image of us that matters:
the true image of our souls that God sees.”
“When we look back on our lives years from now, the class of 2014
will know that our Lebanon Catholic education gave us all of the
tools necessary to ignite the world with the power of faith. May we
all live up to the potential God sees in us. May we never forget all
that we’ve learned and all the people we’ve known… and may God
bless us as we celebrate the class of 2014.”
Behrens recapped their journey on how there is nothing greater than
the friendship shared between 33 very different people.
“Class of 2014, we made it… Under the watchful guidance of our
teachers, parents and friends, we have become better students, and
even better people. We learned the hard way that writing an eightpage paper the night before its due isn’t the smartest, and that even
the worst days can be solved by a hug from a friend. We realized that
getting a low grade on a test wasn’t the end of the world, and that
sometimes a little extra hard work pays off. These lessons are ones
that we will carry with us after graduation, and far beyond that. The
memories we’ve made, and the friends we’ve loved will always be on
our minds. When we leave these halls tonight, no longer students
but alumni, we will go far, and we will be great.”Even though 50
years separate each unique graduating class, both share a common
thread of the emotional ties and importance of the friendships they
garnered through their years at Lebanon Catholic, proving that time
and distance can’t break the bond of friendship. †
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news from our grads
2015 Alumni Basketball
Tournament & Social
The LCHS Alumni Basketball Tournament will be making its return
in 2015 and take place in the Lebanon Catholic gymnasium on
Saturday, March 28, 2015. The tournament is open to all alumni.
Games will begin at 6:00 pm on Saturday. Spectators are welcome.
The registration fee for the 2015 tournament is $20 per participant.
All participants who register are ensured a spot in the tournament,
access to the hospitality area with food and drinks, and a
commemorative Alumni Basketball Tournament T-shirt. Even if
you do not wish to play in any of the games, please plan on joining
us for this fun-filled evening.
Please direct questions about brackets or games to Scott Clentimack ‘75:
(717) 273-3731, ext. 322 or [email protected].
Please direct questions about registration to Patti Hower ‘70:
(717) 273-3731, ext. 325 or [email protected]. †
Walsh Elected ASCE Fellow
Michael P. Walsh’71, P.E., F.ASCE, who has enjoyed a 35-year
career as a civil engineer, an engineering manager, and who
currently serves as a vice president of engineering in the air
pollution control industry, was recently elected an ASCE Fellow. A
graduate of the University of Dayton with a bachelor’s degree in
civil engineering and Purdue University with a master’s degree in
Industrial Administration, Walsh has throughout this career
designed and supplied innovative capital air-pollution-control
systems in 22 countries around the globe and thereby reduced
particulate and acid rain pollution to the benefit of uncounted
hundreds of millions of people. He has
driven engineering design processes and
innovative structural approaches now
resulting in >99% system operating
availability on custom-designed, marketcompetitive air pollution control systems
that have serviced in excess of 100,000
megawatts of electrical generation
worldwide. His works in continuous
improvement have advanced these
technologies with regard to finely selected, value-engineered
selection of the best materials of construction, on a technoeconomic basis, for application in severe corrosion and abrasive
working environments. †
Galbraith, Briody & Friends Brought the
House Down at Fall Fest 2014
There were likely many (many) attendees from Fall Fest 2014 who
put ice on their knees and propped their aching feet the day
following the latest big event hosted by Lebanon Catholic on
Saturday, October 18th, 2014 resulting from (ahem) “fuel-injected”
dancing and “tone-deaf” singing at Fall Fest 2014.
A multitude of the greatest
classic rock hits from the 70’s
and 80’s was performed by
Lebanon’s favorite bar band –
Galbraith, Briody & Friends to a
large crowd who danced the
night away in the school
auditorium. Eight talented band
mates, including a stellar horn
section, took the crowd on a
wicked journey of fun and music
favorites from the Beatles to
Chicago.
LCHS alum, Bart Briody ‘73 and
former music teacher from Our
Lady of the Valley, Gloria Horn
went “back to the future” as they
dressed in Lebanon Catholic school uniforms to take the stage.
Song after song loaded the dance floor- especially “Paradise by the
Dashboard Light” the legendary hit by Meatloaf to the infamous
“Time Warp” from the Rocky Horror Picture Show.
We’re crossing our fingers that Galbraith, Briody & Friends will be
available for LC’s Annual $10K Give-A-Way planned for the first
Saturday in May. †
Our Digital World
LC students, faculty and staff returned
to school in August with several
enhancements made to the school
campus, which ranged from changes
in personnel, new technology and
exciting programs for the elementary
and secondary levels.
eight
Jennifer Shulyer,
Gloria Horn and
Lauren Shulyer Jordan
enjoyed the festivities at
the Fall Fest event.
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alumni news
Class of 1985 Reunion Fundraiser:
It’s, Like, Totally Radical
Like, a sub sandwich fundraiser is being organized by the reunion
committee from the Class of 1985 for their 30th reunion party
planned for 2015. For gnarly sandwich options, go to randksubs.com
for some basic information and print outs. Any questions
regarding the sub sale can be directed to that company, located in
Palmyra, or to Chris Bentz or Michelle Bishop (Isgriggs).
To the “out-of-town” folk: if any class members not residing in
the area would like to make a gnarly contribution to the reunion
effort, please send a check payable to “Chris Bentz” and mail it to
the LC Advancement Office. †
Rick Kopecky ‘11 was
named Homecoming King
at Penn State Main Campus
reunion news
1959
The LCHS Class of 1959
held its 55th Class
Reunion in 2014 with
40 in attendance. An
informal gathering was
held on Friday, June
13th at Leon and Pat
Houser’s “Goosenest”
in Kleinfeltersville, and it was definitely a fun-filled summer
evening remembering what we did “back in the day”; the stories
seem to get BETTER each time they are told. Sister Regina Pacis,
SSJ, would be so proud of us “dumb plugs” as she so fondly
referred to us from time-to-time. On Saturday, June 14th, a dinner
was held at The Timbers in Mount Gretna, which was enjoyed by
all. A “59ers” Class “Theme Cruise” is in the works for 2015 and
also plans to “gather together to ask the Lord’s blessing” as we
celebrate our golden age of 75 in 2016. Amen.
As reported by Dolores Luciotti Bankey ‘59.
2009
In Memoriam ••••••••••••••••••••
James L. Gerberich, ‘74, died November 26, 2014.
Michael Edkin ‘79 died November 12, 2014.
William F. O’Donnell, Sr. ‘39 died October 24, 2014.
Mary Lou (Frazier) Klimovsky ‘50 died October 4, 2014.
Leonard Pulaski, ‘71 died September 9, 2014.
Vernon R. Speece ‘78 died September 6, 2014.
John L. Martel ‘67 died July 30, 2014.
Ann M. (Hoodac) Kirchoff ‘48 died July 30, 2014.
James F. Horn ‘62 died July 30, 2014.
Robert A. Serba ‘53 died July 25, 2014.
John A. “Jack” Uhrich III ‘61 died July 18, 2014.
Patricia M. Uhrich, library volunteer at Lebanon Catholic,
died July 15, 2014.
Judith Ann (Miller) Thompson ‘65 died July 11, 2014.
Joan B. (Bender) Lingle ‘48 died June 20, 2014.
Alumnus James R. Klein ‘49 died June 18, 2014.
Robert A. Allwein ‘39 died June 9, 2014.
Kathryn L. “Kitty” (Arnold) Fertig ‘48 died May 28, 2014.
Margaret A. Reilly ‘59 died May 10, 2014
Ann M. Lingle ‘48 died April 13, 2014.
Charles Mishoe ‘73 died March 31, 2014.
Mary E. (Embich) Fleischer ‘47 died March 29, 2014.
Former principal, The Rev. Joseph C. Hilbert died February 4, 2014.
John Binner ‘68 died January 19, 2014.
Jeffrey P. Heckard ‘49 died January 5, 2014
The Class of 2009 had a
5 year reunion. It was a
picnic, and we enjoyed
a lot of fruit (especially
watermelon) and played
a number of games,
including Red Rover (in
honor of our Junior
Ring Day party) and
enjoyed catching up. It was “like a family reunion... only better.”
12 members of our class of 34 were able to attend and we had such
a great time that we won’t be waiting five years for the next one.
With Appreciation
Dear Lebanon Catholic School Administration,
Please convey our deepest appreciation to the Class of 1979 for
their prayers and beautiful flowers send in memory of Michael A.
Edkin. He loved his classmates and was very happy to have seen
some of them just recently at their 35th reunion.
Seeing his friends at the memorial service gave strength and hope
to his family in their times of need.
Much love to the LCS family — The Edkin Family
Sara Kern’09, began the PhD program at Penn State University.
She’ll get her Masters and then continue right on to the PhD. She
is studying 19th Century American History and focusing on
medical and religious history. The best part is that it’s fully
funded, so she’ll get full tuition remission plus a stipend in
exchange being a Teacher’s Assistant or Research Assistant, which
varies year to year.
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special thanks to our donors!
Lebanon Catholic School deeply appreciates gifts made by individuals, organizations
and businesses between May 2013 — November 2014 Our generous donors have helped
sustain Catholic education in Lebanon County for the past 150 years.
L.C. Legacy Society
$5,000 & above
William P. Allwein ‘48 †
Ann G. Beattie ‘41 †
Ret. Col. Jean L. Berkheiser (Marie “Rudy”
Berkheiser Scholarship Endowment)
Anonymous (Computer Technology)
Beatrice Benninghoff ‘27 †
Helene Eisenhauer (Tuition Scholarship)
Mr. and Mrs. Kenneth F. Leedy
(Computer Technology)
Cardinal William H. Keeler Society
$1,000 to $ 4,999
Dr. and Mrs. Joseph Bering
Lisa Murcko
(Faculty Gift and Annual Fund)
Dr. Maria F. Rueda
(Faculty Gift/Lockers/Spring Musical)
Bishop Kevin C. Rhoades Society
$250 to $999
Mrs. Mary Suzanne Andrews (Class of 1964)
Donald Arnold
Reverend Robert Berger
(Tuition Scholarship MGH Students)
Ret. Col. Jean Berkheiser
Mr. Thomas Birli
Mr. Jere Boyer (Class of 1964)
Mr. Frank J. Bunch (Class of 1964)
Mrs. Mary A. Deaven
(Music Boosters/Band)
Mrs. Joann Susan DiNatale
Mrs. Teresa Dowling
Dutch Valley Food Distributors, Inc.
Stephen P. Edkin
Mauree Gingrich (Class of 1964)
Mr. Edward T. Hartman
Joseph E. Kane (Class of 1964)
Monica A. Klick (Class of 1964)
Dr. Michael Kildee
Mr. Ronald Krall (Class of 1964)
Mr. Michael Kyne
Mr. Ronald A. Miller
Mr. and Mrs. Anthony J. Mohl
Thomas Mohl Endowment Fund
Bernadette Murcko (teacher gift)
Mr. James Snell (Class of 1964)
Mr. and Mrs. Robert & Kathy Stewart
(Choral Robes)
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Mr. and Mrs. Robert & Kathy Stewart
(Stage Curtain)
John P. Thompson
Gail Vojtko
Mr. John Willey
Blue and White Society
$100-$249
Mrs. Beverly Abernethy
Anonymous (Class of 1964)
Joanie Arnold
Mary Elizabeth Arnold
In memory of Margaret “Jackie” Whitman
Robert C. Arnold
Mr. Thomas A. Barry (Class of 1964)
Mr. Leo Batz
Mary Boeshore
Thomas Boeshore
Francis J. Bonenberger
Mr. Joseph W. Boyd
Dr. Raymond Casciari
Hayes Clark
In memory of Robert A. Groh, Sr.
Louis and Ann Decker
In memory of Robert A. Groh, Sr.
Anna DiJohnson
Ben Edkin
Locker in memory of Michael A. Edkin ‘79
Thomas J. Eggert
Mr. Robert Englebach
Mr. Edward A. Finkle
Barbara Fritz
Greg and Aimee Graybash
In memory of John L. Martel ‘67
Karen C. Green
Joseph Hitchings
Mrs. Mary Ann Hospodar
Ms. Danielle Houser
Mrs. Anne Kane
Shirley Karinch
John & Jean Krause
In memory of Paul Krause;
In memory John L. Martel ‘67
Mr. Thomas Kristovensky
Mr. Thomas Kury
Dr. Michelina M. Laws (Class of 1964)
Claud and Judith Lentz
In memory of John L. Martel ‘67
Mr. William J. Maier
Mrs. Nancy Marchi
Mr. and Mrs. Anthony J. Mohl
Thomas Mohl Endowment Fund
Mr. and Mrs. Anthony J. Mohl
Thomas Mohl Endowment Fund
Mrs. Suzanne Morrissey
John Noll
Mr. James P. O’Donnell
Peter & Patricia Poloney
Mrs. Mary Lou Pray
Mr. Robert Reppert (Class of 1964)
Mr. Robert Reznik
Mr. James Rothenberger, Sr.
Mr. and Mrs. Richard Schappell
Mrs. Rose M. Sangrey
Mrs. Patricia Savant
Drs. Jose N.R. & Lilia Sayson
In memory of Michael A. Edkin ‘79
Mrs. Cecilia L. Schmidt
In memory of Patricia Uhrich Library Fund
In memory of Robert A. Groh, Sr.
Mr. Charles Groh
In memory of Robert A. Groh, Sr.
Patricia Halsell-Hott
Anna K. Harkins
In memory of Eva Young
Mary Carolyn Hartman (Lockers)
Joseph F. Hasenfuss
Christopher Heilman
Mrs. Beatrice Herr
Michelle C. Hess
Mrs. Joan Hicks
Charles J. Hildebrand
Susan Hill
In memory of Patricia Uhrich Library Fund;
In memory of Margaret “Jackie” Whitman
Mrs. Penny Seyfert (Computer Techonology)
Mr. John Shields
Dennis Smith
Robert L. Smith
Kathleen Snitzer
Charles Springborn
Mr. Jeffrey D. Steckbeck
In memory of Robert A. Groh, Sr.
Mrs. Lorraine Stegman
Scott Sweigart
In memory of John L. Martel ‘67
Frederick Urban
Mrs. Lucille Vallen (Class of 1964)
Patrick J. Vancho
Wallenpaupack Veterinary Clinic
In memory of Michael A. Edkin ‘79
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Patricia Warner
Deacon & Mrs. Richard Wentzel
Brenda Wentzel
In memory of Henry “Hank” Hartman
Matthew D. Wentzel
Mrs. Victoria Wentzler (Class of 1964)
Mr. and Mrs. Edward Werth
Mr. Thomas Wolfe
Yvonne Whisenant
Milissa Krause Woodward (Lockers)
Mr. Robert W. Zurel (Class of 1964)
Mr. Thomas R. Zweier
Light and Life Society up to $99
James Arnold (Class of 1964)
Mary Elizabeth Arnold
In memory of Patricia Uhrich Library Fund
Mrs. Dolores L. Bankey
In memory of Rich Gravino
Bryan Bates
Mrs. Erin Bates
David Bean
In memory of Robert A. Groh, Sr.
Robert & Connie Bean
In memory of Robert A. Groh, Sr.
Eileen Beazley
William J. Bender
Maureen E. Bentz
In memory of Patricia Uhrich Library Fund
Terry & Debra Binkley
In memory of John L. Martel ‘67
Mr. and Mrs. Richard Bonfanti
Mr. Timothy Boyd
Mrs. Jean Bragg
(In memory of Paul Krause)
Patricia A. Clentimack
In memory of Patricia Uhrich Library Fund,
Robert A. Groh, Sr.
Class of 1967
In memory of John L. Martel ‘67
Raymond & Sharon Clemens
In memory of Michael A. Edkin ‘79
Community of Lebanon Association
In memory of Robert A. Groh, Sr.
Anne Craven
In memory of Catherine Simone
Elizabeth A. DeCaro
Mr. David A. DelMarcelle
Nancy M. Drye (Class of 1964)
Mary Frances Earle
In memory of Robert A. Groh, Sr.
wish list
Mrs. Margaret Eisenhauer (Class of 1964)
Frances Elia
In memory of Catherine Simone
Mrs. Mary Faust
In memory of Michael A. Edkin ‘79
Samantha Fortna
(Class of 2014 Senior Gift)
Alex Frattaroli (Class of 2014 Senior Gift)
Mrs. Margaret Geho
Frank W. Grimm
In memory of John L. Martel ‘67
Donna O’Block
In memory of John L. Martel ‘67
Mr. and Mrs. John J. Payne III
Pennsylvania Turf Equipment
In memory of Robert A. Groh, Sr.
Michele A. Polinitz
In memory of Robert A. Groh, Sr.
Margaret Groy
In memory of Robert A. Groh, Sr.
Rosemary Haller
Thomas Mohl Endowment Fund
David and Kathleen Heibel
In memory of John L. Martel ‘67
Anastasia M. Heim
Avery J. Heim (Class of 1964)
Mrs. Christine Kalinoski
In memory of John L. Martel ‘67
Mrs. Janet Kimmel
Helen J. Klatchko
In memory of Robert A. Groh, Sr.
James and Kassie Knopick
Mrs. Phyllis Kopecky
In memory of Robert A. Groh, Sr.
Mark and Lori Kostow
In memory of Robert A. Groh, Sr.
Mr. George Kovach
James and Kassie Knopick
Mr. Joseph D. Kreider (Class of 1964)
Mrs. Mary Krause
In memory of Robert A. Groh, Sr.
Mrs. Joan Landis
In memory of Joan R. Landis
Lebanon Catholic School PTO
In memory of Patricia Uhrich Library Fund
John Lescisko
Joseph Lescisko
Joseph D. Magazino
Michael Marakowski
(Class of 2014 Senior Gift)
Mrs. Margaret Martel
In memory of John L. Martel ‘67
$100-$5,000 Level
Peter and Patricia Poloney
Jeffery and Clare Reich
In memory of Robert A. Groh, Sr.
Mrs. Theresa M. Ruppenthal
Edward and Antoinette Roznowski
Mrs. Dina L. Schock
Mrs. Kathleen C. Schuler
In memory of Catherine Simone
Mr. Larry Sheaf
In memory of Catherine Simone
Mr. Charles R. Sheller
In memory of Eva Young
Dr. Robert and Lisa Scholes
Mrs. Suzanne M. Simpson (Class of 1964)
Dr. Harvey J. Smith
In memory of Robert A. Groh, Sr.
Mrs. Anne E. Speraw
Mrs. Michelle Stehman
Mrs. Ann Stewart
In memory of Catherine Simone
Mrs. Margaret M. Stokes
Mrs. Margaret M. Stutzman
Mrs. Donna Schweitzer
Pauline M. Sweitzer
Adopt-A-Classroom (Desks, new paint, new faculty desk, tech upgrades) ($5K)
Enhance 2nd Floor Restroom Facilities ($5K)
Contemporary Thermal Shades for Classrooms ($5K upstairs/
$5K downstairs)
Endowment for Lebanon Catholic School ($5K minimum)
Additional Trophy Cases ($7,500)
Weight/Conditioning Room ($5-10K)
$15,000 to $40,000 Level:
Refurbish Soccer Field ($30K)
In memory of Patricia Uhrich Library Fund
Mrs. Patricia Tice
In memory of Robert A. Groh, Sr.
Mrs. Beverly Uffner
Over $50,000:
Stage Curtain • Electronic Bleachers in Gym • New Boiler System
New Windows • New Roof
Senior Gifts
In memory of Patricia Uhrich Library Fund
Mr. James E. Werth
Mrs. Carole E. White
In memory of Carolyn Shay
Thomas I. Wolfe
Woodland Estates Condo Association
Senior award gifts provide a token of financial support for graduates to help meet their post
secondary education costs (tuition, room and board, books and fees, etc.).
Would you be willing to help a graduating senior with a minimum gift of $50.00 award
scholarship recognizing an individual or organization you wish to honor?
Please contact Mrs. Lori Kostow at 717.273.3731 ext. 327 for more information.
In memory of Catherine Simone
Our Digital World
Christine R. Young
In memory of Eva Young
† deceased
Thomas Mohl Endowment Fund in
memory of Eugene Warner
Ryan S. Morrison
In memory of Robert A. Groh, Sr.
Six (6) upholstered altar chairs for the Clergy ($89 each)
35 single-tier lockers remaining @ ($100) or a section of 3 for ($300)
Senior Scholarship Award ($100+)
3’ x 14’ indoor Lebanon Catholic logo mat for lobby ($300) Thank you!
21 computers for the Elementary Computer Lab ($600 each) Thank you!
21 computers for the Secondary Computer Lab ($600 each) Thank you!
40 Desktop Computers for Faculty ($600 each) Thank you!
Enameling Kiln for Art Department ($3,000) Thank you!
Hearing Audiometer for Nurse’s Office ($1,200)
Volcan Convection Oven for Kitchen ($3,000)
$5,000 to $10,000 Level:
In memory of Patricia Uhrich
Mr. Edward Mattioli
Mrs. Irene McKenzie
Mr. and Mrs. Anthony J. Mohl
Joan Nye
Mrs. Ruthann B. Nelson
Gifts to Lebanon Catholic School may be made in a variety of ways.
Each gift, regardless of size is always welcome and deeply appreciated.
For your assistance, we have comprised a preliminary sketch of our
immediate needs for our school.
In memory of Eva Young
In memory of John L. Martel ‘67
Mr. & Mrs. Robert A. Groh, Jr.
Our Wish List!
Thank you for
your continued
support!
Lebanon Catholic School would like to thank everyone for your
important contributions that support the existence of Lebanon
Catholic School.
• Pastors—for your leadership of the Catholic Church!
• Families of our students—for the sacrifices you make to be a part of Lebanon Catholic!
• Parishioners—for your gracious support of our parish students!
• Alumni and Friends—for your financial support and volunteer time!
• Local and Regional Business Leaders—for your support and services!
• Faculty and Staff—for your commitment to our students!
• Every faithful Contributor in every region across the United States!
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Save the Date!
Saturday, January 17: 8th Annual Cedar Beaver Dance at Lebanon
Catholic School. Dancing through the decades from 7:00 to 11:00
p.m.. Music provided by D.J. Dave Kaley. Tickets are $15.00, which
includes food and beverages. Must be 21 years of age to attend. This
event benefits both Lebanon Catholic Athletic Association and the
Lebanon Girls’ Basketball Program. For more information, call Coach
Patti Hower at Lebanon Catholic School @ 273-3731, ext. 325.
$10,000 GOLD RUSH GIVE-A-WAY
• Saturday, May 2nd, 2015
• Lebanon Catholic School Gymnasium
• 10 cash prizes
• Delicious buffet & adult beverages included
• Silent auction
• Live music by “Galbraith, Briody & Friends”
• Doors open at 6:00 p.m.
Saturday, February 7: “NITE AT THE RACES” returns to Lebanon
Catholic School. You feel like you’re at the track… Enjoy actual races • Cash drawings begin at 7:00 p.m.
$10,000 Cash Purse….
shot on video... Collect on your winning tickets… Root for your
1st Place Grand prize: $5,000
favorites. Post time is 7:00 p.m. in the gym. Cost is $ 5.00 and
includes refreshments. Tickets can be purchased at the door. The
2nd prize: $1,000
annual event is held to raise money for the Lebanon Catholic Athletic 3rd and 4th prize: $750 each
Association. For more information, please call 273-3731, ext. 325. †
5th, 6th, 7th, & 8th prize: $ 500 each
9th and 10th prize: $250 each
Game Ball Finds Its Way Back to LC
Ten drawings for $10,000 in cash prizes will be take place
throughout the evening…each ticket will be re-deposited to be
The game ball from the 1978 homecoming football game was recently
returned to the school by Charlie Fetter, who said he purchased the ball at a eligible to win every cash prize.
flea market at one of the local parish festivals over the summer. Charlie is
Each ticket donation is $50.00 (admit one), please contact the
the husband of Joan Allwein Fetter who graduated in 1962.
Office of Advancement to purchase a ticket by calling
717.273.3731. Winners need not to be present to win.
Please remember Lebanon Catholic School in your will.
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