Report Card 2014-15

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Once-in-Lifetime-Opportunity
Sacred Heart School’s eighth
graders had an experience of a
lifetime when they traveled to
Washington D.C. to hear Pope
Francis address a Joint Meeting
of Congress on September 24,
2015. U.S. Rep. Robert Hurt,
R-5th District provided tickets
for the students. While seated
on the West Lawn of
the Capitol Building,
the students watched
history in the making as
Pope Francis delivered
the first papal speech
to a U.S. Congress. A
massive crowd outside
the Capitol Building
watched in anticipation
as the historical event
unfolded before their
eyes on large television
screens. Students were impressed
when the Pope offered words of
encouragement to youth in the
audience and the importance of
providing opportunities for them
to succeed. Their favorite part of
the speech was his conclusion “God
Bless America.” After his speech,
Pope Francis appeared outside the
Capitol Building on the West Lawn.
According to students, the crowd
erupted into loud cheers as they
caught a glimpse of the beloved Pope.
Not only was this Pope Francis’s
first trip to Washington, D.C., but
also the first trip for some eighth
grade students. The students boarded
a Sacred Heart School bus on
Wednesday after school
with chaperones Kira
Kania, SHS principal,
and religious education
director, Terrie Stone.
The next morning their
day began at 4:00 a.m.
as they prepared to
take the D.C. Metro to
the Capitol Building.
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The Class of 2015 was honored
on June 3 during closing ceremonies
held in the sanctuary of Sacred Heart
Church. Principal Kira Kania and
assistant principal Angie Crumpler
presented the diplomas. Members
of the 2015 eighth grade graduating
class included: Front row (l to
r); Emma Savering, Athena Bass,
Alexandra Booth, Karina Howard,
Charlotte Jannach, Timeka Echols,
and Brianna Gill, Second row
(l to r); Evan Knaus, Gavin Oaks,
Garrett Campbell, Daniel Reynolds,
Lucas Addis, Trent Gauldin, Jennings
Deane, and Zachary Crews.
The following graduates were
2015 Graduates
recipients of distinguished awards.
Alexandra Booth received the A. S.
Bentivegna Award, given to the student
who has demonstrated perseverance
and determination. Charlotte Jannach
was presented The Sacred Heart
School PTO Award for achieving
the highest scholastic average during
the past school year. The Knights of
Columbus Award for demonstrating
Christian leadership was granted to
Gavin Oaks, and Emma Savering
received the Father Vernon Bowers
Award for showing outstanding
maturity and responsibility
throughout the school year.
In addition, the following students
received distinguished awards at
the graduation ceremony. Seraiye
Johnson, a rising seventh grader, was
the recipient of the Matthew Morris
Scholarship. This award is given to
a rising student who demonstrates
a desire to learn and succeed. The
Michael Mallare Scholarship was
presented to Marlenne IrahetaRodriguez, a rising eighth grader, for
showing academic promise. Caroline
Hylton and Luke Ewing received
the Pat Overcash Scholarship. This
scholarship is awarded by teachers to
a rising fourth grader who exemplifies
respect and honesty to others.
Once-in-LifetimeOpportunity
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After the speech, the students were
invited to Congressman Robert
Hurt’s office. Refreshments were
provided and a discussion took
place about the day’s events.
Rep. Hurt was impressed with
the student’s gratitude for having
been given the opportunity to see
the Pope in person. He stated the
students spoke articulately about
the historic importance of the
Pope’s visit. Later in the day, the
students visited the Basilica of the
National Shrine of the Immaculate
Conception. Another first for the
students was seeing nuns, friars,
and cardinals of the Catholic
Church.
25th Annual
Benefit Golf
Tournament
The 25th Annual Benefit Golf
Tournament was held May 1, 2015
at Goodyear Golf Club. Primary
sponsors providing $500.00
sponsorships for the tournaments
were: Coca-Cola Bottling Co.,
Kania & Associates, and William S.
Woods, CPA. Winning team players
and individuals were presented
Goodyear Golf Club gift certificates.
The winning team was sponsored by
Harris, Harvey, Neal & Co., LLP
with a score of 56. The team players
shown in the above picture are (l to
r) Layne Mills, Vaden Wright, Mark
Foster, and Dale Powell. Each player
received a $150.00 Goodyear Golf
Club gift certificate. Second place was
awarded to Sun Tan City team (tied
with a score of 56). Team players
were Ben Clay, Paul Daly, Richard
Dunn, and Stuart Smith. The
winner was determined by a Blind
Draw on Hole #14. Players each
received a $100.00 gift certificate.
Third place honors with a score of
58 went to the Hampton Inn (Eden,
NC) team. Members of the team
included Nathan Daly, Cory Moore,
Troy Rodgers, and Brent Weaver.
Each player received a $75.00 gift
certificate. Winners of the longest
drive contest (male & female) and
a $50.00 gift certificate were Layne
Mills and Barbara Kushubar. Mike
Seamster was the winner of the
Chick-fil-A prize package for closest
to the pin on Hole #17. Thanks to
the sponsors, players, and volunteers
who made this an awesome
tournament!
Please join us for the 26th Annual
SHS Benefit Golf Tournament to be
held on May 6, 2016 at 1:00 p.m.
at Goodyear Golf Club. This event
will be a great opportunity for a SHS
Class Reunion. Invite your former
classmates to enjoy an afternoon of
golf and support your Alma Mater.
Contact the school at 434-793-2656
for more information.
Upon returning from their trip,
the students shared their reflections
with faculty and staff. They were
interview by local TV, radio and
newspaper reporters. One student
said she felt her family and friends
treated her as if she were “special”
because she had seen the Pope in
person.
At their tender age, a
“Bucket List” is far from their
comprehension, but for many
Catholics, this experience would
define their “Bucket List.” The
school would like to extend
a special thank you to the
chaperones, Terrie Stone and Kira
Kania, who took on the daring
task of escorting teenagers in
downtown Washington, D.C.
A special thank you also goes
to Congressman Robert Hurt,
WSET reporter Tola Adamson,
and videographer R.J. Burnette
who shadowed the students during
their awesome trip, along with the
students’ parents who provided
necessary support and funding for
the trip.
Donor List
ARCHANGEL CLUB
(Gifts over $20,000)
Catholic Diocese of Richmond
Phil & Fran Daly
Charitable Lead Unitrust
A portion of the gift In
memory of Michael Mallare
ANGEL CLUB
(Gifts over $10,000-$20,000)
Roy Gignac (life-time member)
George & Mary Kremer
Foundation
McMahon Parater Foundation
Sacred Heart School PTO
HONORS CLUB
(Gifts over $5,000-$10,000)
Bonnae C. Buchanan
DONORS CLUB
(Gifts over $1,000-$5,000)
Danville Toyota Scion
Don & Eddie Dees
A portion of the gift
In memory of Hedy
Alabanza, Dr. Maria D.
Choca, Lee Fuquay, Joey
Henderson, Pat Overcash,
Michael Mallare, Regina
Mallare, Marge Murray,
Nancy Wooding Turner
In honor of Father René
Castillo’s 26th Anniversary
Roy & Sophia Gignac
Kania & Associates
Vince Kania
Knights of Columbus
Kirby & Thelma Wright
Sue Rogers
A portion of the gift
In memory of Jennie
Rogers, Margaret Carter
PRINCIPAL’S CLUB
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SHS thanks our loyal benefactors who remembered us
through planned giving after their deaths. A permanent
plaque in the school’s main entrance acknowledges
those who designated SHS as a beneficiary of a life
insurance policy, those who asked that donations be
made to SHS in lieu of flowers, or those who made
a bequest. In the fiscal year from July 1, 2014 to
June 30, 2015, the name of Dr. Maria D. Choca
(7/4/2014) was added to the memorial plaque.
Sacred Heart School extends our deepest sympathy to
the family.
Fox, Fran Schindler
Dr. & Mrs. Michael Rourk
William S. Woods, CPA, P.C.
FRIENDS CLUB
(Gifts to $400)
Abercrombie Oil Co. Inc.
Dr. Thomas Alabanza &
Dr. Vicente Falgui
American National Bank
Dr. & Mrs. Rodolfo Babiera
Bojangles
Kim & Deborah Brown
Jeff & Joyce Bustamante
Fr. René Castillo
Marcie Cobble
In memory of Hedy Alabanza
In honor of Mark Alabanza
Columbia Forest Products
Drs. Barry & Martha Cutright
In honor of Barry Hunter
Cutright & Kimberly
Cutright Heimstead
Jim & Susan Daniel
In memory of Judy Wimer
Danville Appliance Sales
& Service Inc.
Danville Braves
Danville Paint & Supply Inc.
Nikki del Castillo
Diamond Paper Co. Inc.
(Gifts over $400-$1,000)
Joe & Angelia Alexander
Ronnie & Mary Jane Coble
Coca-Cola Bottling Company
Rodolfo & Nonna Ebalo
ExxonMobil Educational
Alliance
Dr. & Mrs. Ramon Gomez
In honor of R.J., Reggie,
Monica, & Shayna Gomez
Lawrence Distributing Company
Dr. & Mrs. Mark Morris
Marilyn Oakes & Pat Schindler
A portion of the gift
In memory of Dr. Maria
Choca, Suzie Doss, John
How is the Money Spent?
The development office received $82,206.00 from
July 1, 2014 through June 30, 2015. All unrestricted
gifts were used to help pay monthly bills: 63% was
used to pay salaries; 15% went to pay for benefits;
fees and activities equaled 6%; maintenance was 8%;
administration was 3%; instructional supplies and
technology equaled 3% and building enhancements
and improvements were 2%. Grants received for
2014-15 totaled $46, 900.00. The Endowment Fund
received $7,480.49 this year from memorial gifts,
memorial funds, builders club and other gifts.
Dodson Pest Control
El Vallarta Mexican
Restaurant #2
Dr. & Mrs. Mar Escario
J. P. & Cindy Farmer
In honor of Brandon Farmer
First Piedmont Waste
Removal & Disposal
David & Betty Jo Foster
In honor of Luke Ewing
Joe & Anne Foster
Daniel & Vickie Fuquay
In memory of Lee Fuquay
Dr. & Mrs. Jun Garcia
Esther Goins
In memory of
Clarence L. Goins, II
George & Helena Gue
James & Frances Harper
Harris, Harvey, Neal & Co., LLP
Hauser Manasco Realty Group
Dr. & Mrs. William Henderson
Roland Heon
In memory of
Dr. Maria D. Choca
Jesus Diaz-Hernandez &
Laura Alarcon-Cardenas
Dr. Gregory D. Howard DDS
Brett & Evie Jackson
Jean Jannach
In honor of Charlotte Jannach
J.E.B. International
Tobacco Co.
Donald Jones
In memory of
Rosemary Jones
Van Buren Knick, II
Joe & Jodi Krajc
In honor of Jeanette
Krajc Henegar
In memory of Jason Krajc,
Margaret T. Carter
Darrell & Anneliese Leblanc
Jim & Bonnie Lindley
In honor of SHS Alumni
Patti Lindley Walker
Jim E. Lindley
Dr. & Mrs. John Lippert
Dr. Mel Mallare
In memory of
Regina C. Mallare
& Michael J. Mallare
Valerie Marchick
In memory of John A. Marchick
Dr. & Mrs. Jessie Mayhew
In memory of
Phil & Fran Daly
Margaret McElroy
In memory of Marian D.
& Homer McElroy
Lois McFadden
In honor of Vinnie, Kira,
Nathan, & Nicholas Kania
Jim & Diane Nespo
Anh Tuan Nguyen
Mark & Libby Nunn
Chris O’Boyle
In honor of Kim Meadows
Neal & Dana Petrovich
Piedmont Printing & Graphics
Kathleen Platt
In memory of Amy Atkins,
Dr. Maria Choca, Anna
Elizabeth Davis,
Barbara Deminsky, Suzie
Doss, John Fox, Rosemary
Jones, Charles Knight,
Robert E. Platt, Sr.,
Marguerite Santini,
Thanh Nguyen
ReyChem Co. Inc.
Drs. Fernando Gomez-Rivera
& Montserrat Ayala-Ramirez
Susan Robertson
In memory of Kathy Beale
Flora, Harold Beale
Julio & Ginny Rojas
Paul & Lori Schwarz
Sentara Halifax Regional
Development Foundation
Vincent C. Smoral
In memory of Chet Smoral
Dr. Kevin P. Snow, D.D.S. PC
Target Corporation
Drs. Michael & Precious Torres
Alan C. Turner
In memory of Michael Mallare
Richard & Betty Turner
In honor of Brendan
deAristizabal
Ken & Chris Tyburski
In memory of Amy Atkins,
Sharon Gluhareff, Peter
Miller, Thanh Nguyen,
Marguerite Santini,
Judy Wimer
John Ward
In memory of Michael Ward
Bruce & Melissa Marie Way
James & Carolyn Westrick
Richard & Doris White
In honor of Elijah
Alexander Gavitt
Dr. Bosh Zakhary MD PC
1950s Classes
Rick Campbell, II (4-8, 1958)
In memory of Niki Campbell
James & Margaret Turpin
Carter (5-8, 1957)
In memory of Lynn
& Lucy Turpin
Sterling A. Carter (2-8, 1961)
In memory of Franklin,
Sylvia, Lee, Jessie Carter
Patricia Feldman Lind (7-8, 1955)
In memory of my brother
Jimmy Feldman
“1st SHS Graduate”
Linda Arey Skladany (4-8, 1958)
In memory of Dr. Donald
& Beverly Barclay Arey
1960s Classes
David & Joan Camm Decker
(1-8, 1966)
Tim & Alice Kilgore (6-8, 1966)
Tim & Brenda Haraway
(4-8, 1969)
Harte Whittle, Sr. &
Debi Whittle (1-8, 1966)
In honor of Michelle Swain
1970s Classes
Charlie & Carol Metz Bowman
(1-9, 1979)
Jon & Bonnie Daly (2-8, 1970)
In memory of
Phil & Frances Daly
Phil & Terri Haley Hall
(1-7, 1970)
In memory of Our Parents
John & Melissa “Missy”
Mallare Newton (1-9, 1978)
In memory of Reginia C.
Mallare, Michael J. Mallare
Valerie Davis Phelps (1-8, 1970)
In memory of
Edna Shelton Davis
1980s Classes
Burt Falgui (K-9, 1989)
Michael Guanzon (K-9, 1984)
1990s Classes
Jason Kilgore (PK-9, 1997)
In memory of
Marvin Kilgore
Jason & Sarah Maxey (2-9, 1992)
In honor of 2015 SHS
First Communicants
Harte Whittle, Jr. (1-9, 1996)
In memory of Joey
Henderson, Lee Fuquay
2000s Clases
Meredith Daly Fulton
(K-8, ALUM 2001)
Rachel Kilgore Cassidy
(K-9, GRAD 2006)
In memory of
Marvin Kilgore
SHS Announces
“Little Raider Academy”
Sacred Heart School launched “Little Raider Academy”
in August 2014. Recognizing that early childhood
development promotes confidence and self-esteem that leads
to success in kindergarten, primary, elementary, middle
school, high school, college, and beyond. The program
was created under the direction of Mrs. Mandi Striker.
Mrs. Striker holds an associate’s degree in Early Childhood
Development and is pursuing a bachelor’s degree from
Liberty University in Interdisciplinary Studies in Education.
The preschool program for children ages 2, 3, and 4 provides
children with age appropriate educational and social skills.
An extended day is offered for children of working parents.
The preschool program is licensed through the Virginia
Department of Social Services.
S A C R E D H E A RT S C H O O L
M I S S I O N S TAT E M E N T
Sacred Heart School’s mission is to establish a strong
foundation for lifelong learning and provide an
educational environment in which the basic tenets
of Christian morals and ethics are visibly present.
Recognizing the unique needs of each student, the faculty
and staff will endeavor to nurture, challenge, and guide
all students toward their maximum academic, spiritual,
physical, social, and emotional potential. As a Catholic
school, we will emphasize God’s word and celebrate His
presence through prayer, liturgy, and service to others.
Virginia’s Education Improvement
Scholarships Tax Credits Program
Direct your Virginia State Taxes to Sacred Heart School!
This program allows an individual
or a business to make a donation to
the McMahon Parater Foundation
for the benefit of Sacred Heart School
and receive Virginia tax credits
equal to 65% of the donation. In
addition, donors who itemize will
also receive deductions for charitable
contributions on state and federal
taxes. Participants should consult
their tax advisors to determine their
specific tax savings. Individuals and
businesses can receive substantial tax
benefits by contributing scholarships
through the EISTC program.
Special thanks to the following
donors who have supported Sacred
Heart School by donating to the
Tax Credits program for 2015.
Donations totaling $158,000.00 have
been received providing scholarships
for new families qualifying for tuition
assistance through FACTS program.
Ronnie & Mary Jane Coble
Mike & Donna Comper
Niles & Carol Daly
Pat & Cathy Daly
Don & Marguerite Dees
Jeff & Sarah Haley
Kania & Associates
Jim & Leslie McDole
South Boston Pediatrics
McMahon Parater Foundation
for Education through Virginia’s
Education Improvement Scholarships
For more information, contact Donna
Comper at SHS 434-793-2656 or
dcomper@ sheartschool.com.
SHS Angel Receives Her Wings
The school celebrated the life of
Christine Tyburski, a beloved religion
teacher, after school coordinator,
and friend to all who passed away
following a brave fight with cancer.
Students and staff supported her
cancer battle by dressing in pink
and wearing pink “Team Mrs. T
bracelets” in her honor during her
treatments. The 2014-15 SHS year
book was dedicated in her honor in
recognition of her retirement in
June 2015. The students, faculty,
and staff mourn the passing of
Christine Tyburski (affectionately
known as “Mrs. T”), but rejoice in
the 21 year legacy she leaves Sacred
Heart School. She is survived by
her loving husband of 42 years Ken
Tyburski and sons Kenneth, Kevin,
and Mark. The school is accepting
donations in her memory.
7-22-47 to 9-16-15
Weddings
Rachel Kilgore (PK-9, GRAD 2006)
and Hunter Cassidy were married on
November 8, 2014. Rachel is a 2013
graduate of Virginia Commonwealth
University. Currently, she is employed
by Wells, Coleman & Company as a
staff accountant in Richmond, VA.
Cari Hensley (6-8, ALUM 2004)
and Rafael Madejas were united in
marriage on October 3, 2015. Cari
graduated in 2012 from Bridgewater
College. In 2014, she graduated from
Liberty University with a Master of Arts
degree in education. She is currently
employed by Danville Public Schools.
Birth Announcements
Dustin Whittle (K-9, GRAD 2000)
and wife, Kristina DeMarco Whittle,
announce the birth of a daughter, Ellie
Collins Whittle, on September 26, 2015.
Ellie weighed 6 lbs. and 1 oz. Dustin
and his family live in Danville, VA.
Lynn Waymouth Chapman (K-9,
GRAD 2001) and Frank Chapman
announce the birth of a son. William
Franklyn Chapman, II (9 lbs. and 7
oz.) was born October 10, 2015. They
reside in Forest, VA.
Deaths
Margaret Turpin Carter (5-8, GRAD
1957) passed away February 20, 2015.
Margaret is survived by her husband
James C. Carter. The couple lived in
Danville, VA.
Steven Bruce Daniels, Jr. (K-5,
ALUM 2003) died July 6, 2014.
Steven was a 2010 Honor Graduate
from George Washington High School
and a 2014 North Carolina State
University graduate. He resided in
Danville, VA and worked for JTI Leaf
Services as a junior buyer.
Christine K. Tyburski (“Mrs. T”)
passed away on September 16, 2015
after an extended battle with cancer.
Chris was a SHS religion teacher,
teacher’s aide, First Holy Communion
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Alumni News
instructor, and after school coordinator
during her 21 years serving SHS before
retiring in June 2015. She is survived
by her husband Ken and sons Kenneth,
Kevin, and Mark.
Sean Patrick Wentz (PK4-6, ALUM
2007) passed away June 21, 2015.
Sean graduated from Caldwell
Community College with honors
and was accepted to the University of
North Carolina for fall 2015. He made
his home in Danville, VA.
Elizabeth Byrd Willis (K-6, ALUM
2006) died from injuries sustained
in a car wreck on August 24, 2014.
Elizabeth was a graduate of Chatham
High School and was attending Averett
University. She lived with her parents
in Danville, VA.
Achievements
Jason Coble (K-9, GRAD 1997) was
promoted to Raleigh Branch Manager
for Summit Engineering. Jason led the
Raleigh office in Geotechnical Engineering and Materials Testing/Inspections.
John A. Collie (1-6, ALUM 2005)
was inducted to the Hampden-Sydney
Omicron Delta Kappa national leadership honor society in Spring 2015.
John graduated magna cum laude on
May 10, 2015 receiving a Bachelor of
Science degree with a major in biology
and minor in chemistry.
Matthew Dumont (PK-6, ALUM
2004) participated in the 2015 Bike &
Build program. The program consisted
of biking across 12 states for a total of
3,864 miles during a span of 58 biking
days. During the bike trip participants
stopped to build houses through the
Habitat for Humanity program.
Thomas J. Fortney (4-6, ALUM
2011) served as Cadel Commander
Officer for the G.W.H.S. ROTC unit
for 2014-15. He is currently attending
ODU majoring in engineering and
serving in the Navy ROTC. His goal
is to be commissioned in the Navy as a
naval flight officer.
Brad Gignac (PK-9, GRAD 2000)
is a senior software developer with
Rackspace. He achieved the Rackspace
IO Award in recognition of being a
technical leader within the company.
He was one of twelve employees to
receive this award from the 6,000person workforce. Brad was accepted
into the Rackspace Technical Career
Track offered to 10 employees in
the company. The career track allows
technical professionals the opportunity
to excel within the company. Brad
holds a Computer Engineering
degree from Virginia Tech. He lives in
Christiansburg, VA with his wife Katie
and young daughter Natalie.
Megan Lee Jones (4-9, GRAD
2002) received a master’s degree in
nurse anesthesia from East Carolina
University. Megan returned to Danville
to join White Oak Anesthesia as a
certified registered nurse anesthetist.
Lyndsey Kreger (K-8, ALUM 2005)
won first place in the 2013 Madison
Writing Awards for her narrative story
“Love Mema, XOXO. Lyndsey is a 2013
graduate of James Madison University
with a degree in media arts and design
and a concentration in journalism.
Wendy Bryant Motley (K-9, GRAD
1987) was named Lee County Schools
“Teacher of the Year for 2015”. She is
an art teacher at Broadway Elementary
located in Lee County, NC.
Anna Pickeral (K-9, GRAD 2002)
served as 2015 Festival in the Park
board president in Danville, VA.
Kenneth Tyburski (5-9, GRAD 1989)
won the 2014 Amateur Masters Disc
Golf World Championship held in St.
Paul, Minnesota and the 2014 U.S.
Amateur Doubles Disc Golf World
Championship.
Please forward any news you would like to share with former classmates to
[email protected]. Your classmates would enjoy reading about your
accomplishments in life. Our website address is www.sheartschool.com. Follow
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The Report Card
a publication for the sacred heart school family
Once-in-Lifetime-Opportunity.................................. 1
2015 Graduates ........................................................ 2
SHS Bids, Brew, BBQ & Shamrocks too! .................. 2
25th Annual Benefit Golf Tournament ...................... 3
2014-2015 Annual Report of Donors ....................... 4
SHS Announces “Little Raider Academy” ................. 5
Virginia’s Education Improvement
Scholarships Tax Credits Program ......................... 6
SHS Angel Receives Her Wings ................................ 6
Alumni News ............................................................ 7
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Rev. Jonathan Goertz
434.792.9456
Principal
Kira S. Kania
434.793.2656
Fax: 434.793.2658
[email protected]
Report Card Editor
Donna Comper
434.793.2656
Fax: 434.793.2658
[email protected]
School Board Chairman
Jim Bebeau
434.791.1180
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