Our Mission - Lebanon Catholic School

The Next Venture ..............................2
News from Cynthia Williams ............2
Volunteers Needed! ..........................2
Annual Auction..................................3
Father Hilbert Anniversary ................4
Alumni Updates ................................4
LC Business Connection....................4
1992 Basketball Anniversary ............5
Sonni Walsh Golf Tournament ..........5
Wish List & Calendar of Events ........7
Educating with Faith Since 1859
Spring 2012
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
Mrs. Rose Kury – Principal/Secondary Director
in society.
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Greetings From
the Principal
As we quickly approach the end of the
school year, we want to congratulate
our 2012 seniors who will soon join
Mrs. Rose Kury
the ranks of the alumni and we also
acknowledge the graduating class of
1962 who this year celebrates its 50th Anniversary Reunion.
I would like to take the time to extend my appreciation for your
support and commitment to Lebanon Catholic School as we
move forward in fulfilling our purpose and mission.
Plans for renovations and installation of many needed projects
are slated for the 2012-2013 school year. At our first alumni
social held the week of Thanksgiving, we established the buy-alocker fund in which new lockers will be purchased and installed
in the school. Lockers can be purchased as a group or just an
individual locker. Each benefactor will have the option to have a
plaque inscribed with his or her name or inspirational message
on the locker(s) purchased.
Much needed chairs for Masses, assemblies and other functions
is another goal we are working on. We have also received monies
to be put towards an Electronic Message Board. The electronic
message board will replace the existing announcement board in
front of Lebanon Catholic School. We are excited to have this
new technology to provide daily information of current events at
Lebanon Catholic to parents and those who pass by the front of
the school. It is vandal proof and is extremely efficient in
providing information. Through the very generous monies
received from St. Mary’s Parish we are currently upgrading the
heating system at Lebanon Catholic School.
I thank you for your generosity towards our annual fund and for
all that you are and do for the school. We are Partners Enabling
An outstanding Catholic Education. P.E.A.C.E.
Baccalaureate
and Commencement
Reverend Edward Quinlan, Secretariat of
Education for the Diocese of Harrisburg and
Principal Rose Kury will confer diplomas on the
members of the Class of 2012 at the 80th Commencement
Ceremony on Friday, May 26, 2012 at 7:00 p.m. in the
gymnasium at Lebanon Catholic School. Prior to the
Commencement Ceremony, at 10:00 a.m. the Lebanon Catholic
School community will gather to celebrate the Baccalaureate Mass.
The Baccalaureate
Mass is a beautiful
liturgical ceremony
and will be celebrated
by The Most Reverend
Joseph P. McFadden,
the Bishop of the
Diocese of Harrisburg,
Reverend Michael W.
Rothan, the school’s chaplain, in addition to numerous priests and
deacons from the Lebanon Deanery. The Mass is offered in
thanksgiving for the blessings God has bestowed upon these
graduates and their families. Students offer readings and special
awards are presented by the administration and faculty. Our
graduates and families find Baccalaureate to be a meaningful way
to mark the beginning of graduation celebrations.
Commencement highlights will include congratulatory remarks by
The Most Reverend Joseph P. McFadden, the Bishop of the Diocese
of Harrisburg, the 50th Anniversary Celebration of the Class of
1962, and student addresses to be given this year by Bryan Bates,
valedictorian and Zachary Nash, salutatorian.
717-273-3731 • www.lebanoncatholicschool.org
News From Our School
Keeping an Eye on the Next Venture
Greetings from the Assistant Pincipal
Mrs. Cynthia Williams, Assistant
Principal/Elementary Director
Mrs. Lori Kostow
In the field of development at a
Catholic school, one conditions herself to
look ahead, to keep an eye on the next
venture, to seek opportunities to share
with others in the community
the experiences that make the school
one of a kind.
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Lori Kostow – Director of Development
There is a deep-rooted history of Catholic education in Lebanon.
As I go through old files, boxes, and decades of yearbooks, I have
come across so many wonderful photos and archival remnants
that chronicle the progression to present day, Lebanon Catholic
School. What is even more extraordinary is listening to stories of
visiting alumni which bring about light-hearted conversations
beginning with, “When I was in school, we used to…”
Lebanon Catholic is still fundamentally the same school it was 50
years ago. At the heart of Lebanon Catholic, are the faithful
teacher-student relationships that foster the school’s rich
tradition. Graduates continue to drop by during college semester
breaks just to “shoot the breeze” with their former teachers.
There are many plans in the works to bring about more occasions
for L.C. alumni to come together more frequently to reconnect and
rehash old stories. For all former LC football players, a reunion is
being planned next fall. And, we’d love to bring back the alumni
basketball games in the spring. If you have any events that
you’d wish to see come together, please contact the Office of
Development at 273-3731, ext. 312. I’d be thrilled to talk
with you.
The Annual Fund Campaign closes June 30, 2012. Please
make checks payable to Lebanon Catholic School
and return your gift in the enclosed envelope. †
Thank you for your support this past
year! I am happy to announce that
Lebanon Catholic will be offering a full
day Pre-K class along with the option for
students to come to a morning session for
the Pre-K class starting with the 20122013 school year. A full time teacher and
Mrs. Cynthia Williams
a full time classroom aide will be
available for the Pre-K classroom. We will also continue to offer
full day Kindergarten with the half day option.
Faith, academics, and service are some of the virtues that are
stressed at Lebanon Catholic School. Our Catholic faith is taught
as well as carried out through monthly Masses, retreats, and
prayer services. Academics is also a big focus at Lebanon Catholic.
The educators enhance our students to learn as much as they can
in order to reach their potential while attending Lebanon Catholic
School. Service is the reason that Jesus came to earth. The
students are introduced to service projects through activity period
and also through various projects throughout the school year. The
food collection at Thanksgiving, collections of hats, gloves, socks,
and canned soup, and designing cards for the American soldiers,
Veterans, and elderly people living in the homes in Lebanon
county are some of the projects that are done at Lebanon Catholic.
Lebanon Catholic appreciates the help you have given us. We’ll
use your donations in areas of the school that our need is the
greatest. May God bless you! Thanks again! †
Endowment The Gift that Keeps on Giving
Parents, Alumni & Friends of Lebanon Catholic School,
I am much honored to be asked to represent Lebanon Catholic as
the honorary endowment chair. Lebanon Catholic presently has
an endowment fund of approximately half-million dollars. Only
the profits from this fund may be used for our annual needs —
many of the endowments are designated for specific needs. All
endowments are managed by the Hershey Trust Company.
Lebanon Catholic alumni add up to over 4,000 graduates. We also
recognize parents who sent their children to LC, but are not
alumni, as our friends as well. If all of these alumni and friends
decide to send an annual gift, what a blessing it would be!
Volunteers Needed to Paint
Our band room is in dire need of a make-over.
Sound proofing tiles need to be replenished and a fresh
coat of paint is overdue. We are seeking the generous support
of 6-8 former Lebanon Catholic alumni to assist us in this project by
volunteering a couple hours on a Saturday to tackle this project!
Please consider an endowment for your family or as a memorial to
a deceased friend or family member. I would be honored and
happy to speak to any of you… at your class reunion, picnic or
weekly breakfast gatherings. I am also available to meet with you
personally at your home or for lunch.
Best wishes as we go forward with L.C.!
Tony Mohl, ‘49 †
The date is to be determined.
If you are interested in helping and could spare some time, please email Mrs. Shannon Root at
[email protected] or by calling 273-3731. †
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News From Our School
Annual L.C. Auction
Saturday, April 28, 2012
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Doors open at 6:00 pm. Silent & Live auctions.
Tickets: $10/person
L.C. Auction Offers 2013
Masters Golf Package
The Masters is one of the most sought after and hardest-to-get tickets in
the world of sports. Up for bid at Lebanon Catholic’s Annual Fundraising
Auction on Saturday, April 28th is an exclusive package to the 2013 Masters
Golf Tournament, in Augusta, GA. It includes 2 tickets to either a Friday,
Saturday, or Sunday round with one night of lodging. Valued at $3,900.
You and a guest will have all-access to a hospitality facility called The
LODGE hosted by VIP Sports, Inc., which includes food and drink all day
long...as well as massage therapists, golf instructors, putting greens,
hand-rolled cigars and hand-rolled sushi. The Lodge is a two-story 12,000
square foot facility less than one hundred yards from one of the two main
entrance gates.
Can’t make our event on April 28th? Simply call Mrs. Lori Kostow
at 273-3731, ext. 312 to submit your sealed auction bid.
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News From Our Grads
Alumni Updates
1971
Diana Hartman was recently inducted into the 2012
Lebanon County Commission of Women Hall of Fame
on Wednesday, March 7th at the annual awards luncheon
at Hebron Hall in Lebanon, PA. Diana was honored with
an award for “Women Demonstrating Leadership.” She
owns her own business and is very active in the
Lebanon Valley Chamber of Commerce, the Community
of Lebanon Association, the Glass Slipper Project, and
the auction committee for Lebanon Catholic School.
2008
Alyssa Christine Koch, a senior at Millersville University pursuing a degree in elementary education, was
recently engaged on November 26, 2011 to Bradley
Scott Clemens. Alyssa and Brad will be tying the knot
on October 12, 2013.
Committee Members of the newly formed Lebanon Catholic Business Connection:
Front row: Mrs. Ann Decker, parent of Elizabeth ‘10 and Christopher, 10th grade and community business specialist for Jonestown Bank & Trust Company, Mr. Billy Orr ‘03, president of
PointSolve Technology, Mr. Jason Eisenhauer, ‘91, parent of Abrianna, 4th grade, President of
Londonderry Limousines. Back row: Mr. Scott Clentimack ‘76 Lebanon Catholic School Tuition
Officer and Fundraising Coordinator, Boys Varsity Basketball Coach, and Mrs. Lori Kostow, parent
of Annalia, grade 9 and Faith, grade 6 and Lebanon Catholic Director of Development and
Admissions Coordinator. Missing from photo: Mrs. Becky Leedy, owner of Becky’s Engraving and
parent of Elizabeth, grade 5 and Matthew, grade 3, Mr. Christopher White ‘90, President of
Synergy Employment Services.
2009
Russell Uhl, a junior at Rochester Institute of
Technology in Rochester, New York was selected to
write a computer program on tacit knowledge in the
field of philosophy at Arizona State University in
Tempe, Arizona. Russell, who is also a very talented
violinist, will release his first classical acoustic violin
CD, which he composed. He will be accompanied by
fellow musician, Tom Kopchak on piano. †
Father Hilbert
Celebrates 60
Years in the
Priesthood
Father Joseph Hilbert
will mark the 60th
Anniversary of his
ordination to the
priesthood on
Thursday, May 10,
2012. Saint Joseph’s Catholic Church, where Father
Hilbert is in residence, will celebrate this special occasion at the 10:30 a.m. Mass on Sunday, May 6th, 2012
followed by a short program and light refreshments in
the Parish Hall. Anyone wishing to attend is asked to
call the parish office at 397-6921. †
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Lebanon Catholic Business Connection!
Need some work done on your home or car? Looking for some
accounting work during tax season or your computer needs some
repairs? Wondering what alumni are in the medical field? Or
maybe you have a business you would like to promote?
Start your search at the Lebanon Catholic Business Connection
(L.C.B.C.).
An association for businesses has been created as a resource for
alumni, past and present parents and friends of the Lebanon
Catholic community to share business information and to find
products and professional services. The Lebanon Catholic School’s
website will soon offer this new business directory.
It’s 100% free to sign up — we only require you to be a registered
member of the Lebanon Catholic Business Connection. Download
an application for Lebanon Catholic Business Connection from the
school’s website and submit it to the Office of Development at
Lebanon Catholic School. Lebanon Catholic School reserves the
right to approve or refuse membership applications.
There is nothing we enjoy more than spreading the word about
the awesome things members of the L.C. family are doing! †
We are hosting the official kick-off networking
mixer on Thursday, May 17th, 2012 at Lebanon
Catholic School from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m.
This is a free event.
Please register by calling 273-3731,
ext. 327 or by email to:
[email protected].
www.lebanoncatholicschool.org
Hope you can join us!
News From Our Grads
(Left to Right) Assistant Coach Ed Werth, Assistant Coach Mike Mohl, Stephanie Batz Wagner,
Cathy Beattie Fortna, Abby Minder Thompson, Tina Litz Verna, Angie Adams Reinhart,
Emily Minder Miller, Adrieanne Heilman, Iris Heilman Fultz and Coach Patti Hower.
Golfers Will Be Teeing Up for a
Wonderful Cause — June 1
1992 State Championship Girls
Basketball Team Reunites for Their
20th Anniversary
Beautifully manicured greens, gently sloping fairways, blue skies,
warm breezes and a day out with your golfing friends …Oh! The
joys of golf! There is no better setting than the Lebanon Country
Club, the long-time host site of the annual Rosemary Sonni Walsh
Memorial Golf Tournament to celebrate its 20th Anniversary in 2012.
It was a very special ending of the annual celebration of Catholic
Schools Week at LC on Friday, February 3rd, as members of the 14
1991-1992 Lebanon Catholic Girls Basketball Team reunited at the
varsity girls’ home basketball game against Lancaster Mennonite
to celebrate the 20th anniversary of their State Championship Title.
Between the JV and varsity games, a special recognition ceremony
took place on center court. To honor their remarkable achievement
and to celebrate this twenty year milestone, present LC girl
basketball players gave each state champion flowers as they were
escorted to the center of LC’s court to be recognized by the fans.
The 1992 state trophy and special memorabilia was on display for
fans in the main lobby of the school during the game.
Following the game, the 1992 teammates with husbands and
children in tow gathered in the library for a post-game get-together
for food and refreshments and to watch a DVD of the 1992 State
Championship Game. It was an extraordinary night for these
champions to connect with present players and their families.
There was lots of laughter and storytelling all evening long. †
Since its inception in 1992, the Rosemary Sonni Walsh Golf
Tournament has raised over $415,000 over the past two decades
insuring that deserving children receive scholarships to attend
Lebanon Catholic School. Many students have benefitted greatly
from “Rose Grants.” The fruits of this tournament are being
realized through the hundreds of students whose lives have been
touched by the generosity of its supporters.
In her lifetime, Rosemary Sonni Walsh recognized the value of a
Catholic education. She laid the groundwork to assure that any
child wanting this education would find the support necessary to
secure it. God’s blessing, coupled with your generosity will
guarantee a successful tournament and continue Rosemary’s
mission to make Catholic education available to all children. The
part you play in a child’s education at Lebanon Catholic School
will shine as an example of living what you learn. Whether you
golf, sponsor a hole, come for dinner, or make a donation, your
participation is key to achieving this goal.
The day begins with registration at 11:00 a.m. and after signing in,
golfers will enjoy a delicious lunch buffet until the 1:00 p.m.
shotgun start. Play is in a scramble format with contests as you go.
Prizes are awarded for: Top 3 Teams, Closest to the Pin, and
Longest Drive.
At day’s end relax and enjoy the dinner buffet in the club house.
2012 Giant A+ Rewards Grand Total
$ 6,774.95!
Thank you to all who registered their
Giant Bonuscard Number to help
Lebanon Catholic School earn FREE money!
If you don’t make a day of it on the greens, you are welcome
to join us for dinner. You can attend on your own or as a guest
of a player for dinner only. Dinner starts at 6:00 p.m. in the
club house.
Single player fees are $150, foursomes are $600 and dinner only is
$50. Your package includes greens fees, cart, and golf shirt.
Please contact the school for more information or to register. †
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Special Thanks to Our Supporters!
Lebanon Catholic School deeply appreciates gifts made by individuals, organizations and
businesses between July 2011-March 2012. Our generous donors have helped
sustain Catholic education in Lebanon County for the past 150 years.
Cardinal William H. Keeler Society
$1,000 to $ 4,999
William Allwein
Joseph J. Bering
Gordon Hains
Kenneth F. Leedy
Harlan Wengert
Bishop Kevin C. Rhoades Society
$250 to $999
David A. Albright
Leo P. Batz
Beatrice Benninghoff
Ret. Col. Jean Berkheiser
Ms. Judy Birli
Cyril Deck
Susan M. Hess
Bruce and Jody Lavell
Jennifer Leonard
Glenn Longenecker
Mr. Brian Marko
Charles Petry
Rev. Michael Reid
Rev. Andre Melusky
Loren & Barbara Schrum
Thomas F. Schumacher
Monica E. Simmers
John H. Willey
Blue and White Society $100 to $249
Ronald & Michele Ambrosia
Terrance Anderson
Robert C. Arnold
Patricia Barry
Russell Batdorf
John Batdorf
Joseph P. Bering
Raymond Casciari
Class of 1961
Joseph & Christine DeFluri
Anna DiJohnson
Terese Dowling
John E. Eck, Sr.
Margaret Edkin
Carol Ellenburger
Maria F. Felty
Edward A. Finkle
Charles D. Gassert
John Grace
Joseph B. Gray
Robert A. Groh
Anastasia Hartman
Joe Hasenfuss
Christopher Heilman
Francis Henry
Highmark
Joseph J. Hildebrand
Jane Hill
Mary G. Horetsky
Anita Horn
Danielle Houser
Romaine E. Kern
Barbara Koons
Stephen Krause
Denis Kulbitsky
Thomas Kury
James M. Lawless
Lebanon Lions Foundation
Mary F. Matarazzi
Janet A. McParland
Rev. Andre Melusky
Rev. Andre Melusky
Susan Middleton
Michael & Katherine Mihalko
Ronald A. Miller
Anthony J. Mohl
Mr. James P. O’Donnell
William O’Donnell
Anne M. Owens
Victor Peracchia
Charles Plantz
Bernard C. Rudegeair
Sara Jane Sant
Kathryn Sattazahn
Patricia Savant
Catherine Simone
Ann M. Smith
Joan Snell
Scott Sweigart
Julie Templin
Frederick Urban
Sylvia Utoff
Gail Vojtko
Richard Wentzel
Mrs. Elizabeth E. Zimmerman
Light and Life Society up to $99
Maureen E. Anderson
Michele Bacha
C.A. Barcynski II
Greg & Tracey Bender
Jeanne Bonfanti
Timothy Boyd
Casey Clentimack
Patricia A. Clentimack
Maria A. Condran
Steven A. Deibler
David A. DelMarcelle
Raymond Fabius
Monica R. Ferretti
Beatrice Herr
Kevin Hess
Joseph Hitchings
Alex and Josette Houri
Joseph Kimmel
William Kovach
Jean Krause
John W. Kreider
Joseph L. Lescisko
Ann Lingle
Francis X. Martin
Edward Mattioli
Irene McKenzie
Joan Nye
Carol A. Papson
Mary Lou Pray
Mary F. Reb
James Rothenberger, Sr.
Mr. and Mrs. John F. Schlegel
Dina L. Schock
Glenn Seyfert
Richard F. Smith
Dennis Smith
Anna E. Speraw
Debra J, Swalm
Emily Thorpe
Margaret Tobias
Staci Troebliger
Thomas Uhrich
Gregory Weaber
Marianne Weirich
Kathleen Womack
Thank you for your
continued support!
LEBANON CATHOLIC IS NOW ON FACEBOOK!
The Office of Development is pleased to announce the “Lebanon Catholic Community” Facebook
Page, a place for LC alumni and friends to discover the latest social events and share content of
remarkable stories happening on Assumption Hill. Providing a distinct social media communication tool for our “Lebanon
Catholic Community” will allow us to create a fan base of loyal supporters, communicate more effectively, and raise our
profile as a vital and amazing school that deserves to be on the top of everyone’s mind. Please help spread the word to our
alumni and friends!
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Wish List & Calendar
Our Wish List!
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.
$100-$2,000 Level
2 Vacuum Cleaners ($150 each)
Computer LCD Screen ($200)Thank You!
Two silk flower arrangements for Blessed
Mother Statue ($300)
Color Laser Printer ($300) Thank You!
Midsize Desk and Credenza ($400) Thank You!
Enameling Kiln for Art Department ($600)
Six (6) Conference Room Chairs ($800)
Landscaping Mulch ($800)
Desktop Computer for Newspaper Staff ($800)
Lebanon Catholic Street Banner Signs ($900)
Donor Recognition Tree for Lobby ($900)
10 Wireless Microphones ($2,000)
$5,000 to $10,000 Level:
Adopt-A-Classroom ($5K)
Mark Your Calendars!
Come join in the fun.
We have something for everyone!
• L.C.’s Fundraising Auction — Celebrates a Mexican Fiesta on Saturday,
April 28th, 7:00 p.m. A fun-filled journey to the south
of the border will begin with a special preview of live and silent auction
items in addition to a complimentary cocktail and hors d’oeuvres reception at 6 p.m.
Enhancing the festive mood of the evening will be the special appearance of The Heartbeats, a top oldies band for dancing and listening
pleasure. A trip for two to The Masters in 2013 is up for bids in the live
auction. Tickets are $10.00 per person. Must be 21 years old.
• Wendy’s Night Out — Wednesday, May 16th from 4-7 p.m. at the West
Cumberland Street Wendy’s Restaurant. Benefits L.C. Athletic Association.
• Baccalaureate — May 25th, 10:00 a.m.
• Graduation Ceremony — May 25th, 7:00 p.m. Honoring the Class of
1962 for their 50th Anniversary Reunion Celebration.
• Rosemary Sonni Walsh Golf Tournament — June 1st at the
Lebanon Country Club
• Last Day of School — June 5, 2012
FOR MORE INFORMATION, PLEASE LOG ONTO
www.lebanoncatholicschool.org.
Enhance 2nd Floor Restroom Facilities ($5K)
Outdoor Electronic Message Marquis
($5K remaining)
Endowment for Lebanon Catholic School ($5K)
400 Folding chairs for Mass ($8,800)
Mail lobby trophy cases ($7,500)
Weight/Conditioning Room ($5-10K)
New Marching Band Uniforms ($5-10K)
$15,000 to $40,000 Level:
10-Seat Passenger Van ($20K)
Refurbish Soccer Field ($30K)
Over $50,000:
20th Annual Lebanon Catholic
PTO Spring Flower and Plant Sale
Mother’s Day Weekend: Friday, May 11th from 3-6 p.m. and Saturday,
May 12th from 8 a.m. to 12 noon in the Lebanon Catholic School
gymnasium. All plants are from local nurseries. We are offering
“cash & carry” marigolds, petunias, geraniums, impatiens,
begonias, sweet potato vines, beautiful bedding flowers,
hanging baskets, large size planters, vegetable plants
and herbs. We accept pre-orders; forms can be
found on the school’s website:
www.lebanoncatholicschool.org.
Click on the PTO
link. There is
something for
everyone!
Stage Curtain
Electronic Bleachers in Gym
New Student Lockers
New Boiler System
New Windows
New Roof
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