Winter 2016 - Christ the King School

THE SCEPTRE
Volume 25, Number 2
Winter 2016
•2016 Distinguished Graduate Hugh Breen
•CKS Happenings
•Catholic Schools Week & Student News
A Publication of Christ the King School, Nashville, TN • A Primary Education Ministry of Christ the King Parish
A MESSAGE FROM MRS. WOODMAN
Dear Families and Friends,
Christ the King School’s 2016 Distinguished Graduate Award honored parishioner Hugh
Breen ‘43 during Catholic Schools Week for his lifelong devotion to the parish and school
community. Last fall, while conversing with Mr. Breen, I was charmed by his memories
of growing up in the 1930’s when he was a student here. The buildings and faces were
different, but his descriptions of the love and support his family experienced through the
years remains the same. One of my favorite stories was hearing him tell about the carnival
at that time and how the moms and dads all helped out to make it special for the children,
just like today. Unlike today, he remembers being able to get a lamb cake at the cake
booth for only ten cents! Mr. Breen and his wife, Mary, have stayed active at Christ the
King in various parish ministries while raising their family and on into their retirement years. They espouse the
idea of giving back for the blessings that their family has received, and they expressed their devotion to Catholic
education.
Reflecting on these sentiments, I wonder who in the school today will be that graduate who remains devoted to
CKS in 2090? Might it be the Pre-K student who hugs me in the hallway? It could be the middle school student
who prays for each teacher during Lent. Perhaps it will be the youngster who won the science fair last year or
made the winning basket in last week’s basketball game. It could just as easily be a student who struggles to
read or is shy when called upon. Today’s students are our future, both in our faith community and in the broader
society. We build on students’ strengths each day so that they can become the leaders of tomorrow. Colleen, one of
my third graders, suggested a new school slogan to me this year.
Christ the King School: Building our Catholic Faith Through Living, Loving, and Learning.
What wisdom from one so young! We spend each school day going about the daily business of work and play,
but over time something quite valuable emerges. The faith that strengthens and sustains us throughout our lives
blossoms in each individual student who seeks Christ in our classrooms. It blossomed in the heart of Hugh Breen,
Class of 1943, and countless students who have followed his footsteps. Congratulations, Mr. Breen!
Christ the King has a new addition to its staff for 2016. Please join me in welcoming our new Director of
Development, Mrs. Anna Beth Godfrey. We feel fortunate to have her on board!
Sincerely,
Mrs. Sherry Woodman
Principal
Thank you to those in our community who have supported the Christ the King School Annual Fund! We are blessed by
the generosity demonstrated by our faculty, parents, alumni, parishioners, and friends. We are working our way towards our
goal of $105,000, and we invite you to join in support of the Annual Fund today. The Annual Fund benefits the operating budget
of the school and helps us keep a Catholic education available to all of our families. There are many ways to give, and no gift is
too small. For more information please visit www.cksraiders.org/giving.htm or contact Anna Beth Godfrey, Director of Development, at [email protected].
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Letter from Mrs. Woodman/Annual Fund...............................................2
2016 CKS Distinguished Graduate........................................................3
CKS Happenings...................................................................................4
Alumni News/Post Katrina Update.......................................................5
Catholic Schools Week..........................................................................6
CKS Talent Show...................................................................................7
Dates to Remember ...............................................................................8
On the Cover: Mr. Breen accepts his
Distinguished Graduate Award from
Mrs. Sherry Woodman with the assistance of
fifth grade student, Grace Holland.
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CKS DISTINGUISHED GRADUATE
HUGH MICHAEL BREEN
CLASS OF 1943
Mr. Hugh Breen, who we featured in the Gratitude
Report last fall, was honored as our 2016
Distinguished Graduate after the Mass on Tuesday,
February 2, 2016 of Catholic Schools Week.
Mr. Breen was awarded a pin and framed certificate
from the NCEA for this honor. A reception following Mass welcomed family and friends to gather
and congratulate Mr. Breen on his accomplishment.
Hugh Breen, center, pictured with his wife of 60 years, Mary
Breen, and his brother, Rev. Joe Pat Breen, CKS Class of 1950.
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CKS HAPPENINGS
Mrs. Woodman opened the “Holy Door” at CKS for the students
after Mass on the Feast of the Immaculate Conception.
Pat Watson, from The Knights of Columbus CTK
Council #12256 presented us with an all-weather
flag after the permanent lighting was installed
under the flagpole in front of the school.
Kindergarten had their own “baptism” with the help of Deacon
Andy McKenzie, to learn more about the sacrament.
Fourth grade teacher,
Miss Meghan Clarke, became
Mrs. Meghan Nicholson on
February 6th. Congrats! (above,
dressed in a girl scout uniform for
student appreciation day)
Crawford Hicks, great-grandfather of students Sarah Jane and
Tommy Rodgers, is a WWII vet, and he came to present some stories
about his experience to some of the classes.
The student body collected saltines for the
Ladies of Charity gift baskets before Christmas.
The Student Council counted them up before
sending them off.
Charlie Strobel came and talked to the 2nd graders
about the Room In The Inn program.
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GOOD NEWS: ALUMNI
We always enjoy seeing our alumni when they come to work at
CKS in their Senior Service from Father Ryan High School. At left,
Eamonn Donnelly CKS ‘12 and Jenny Morgan CKS ‘12, are pictured with another FRHS senior service student, Jake Wilson, trying
out the “Minute to Win It” game for the PreK students. In case you
wondered, Jenny Morgan came in first!
Above, the Father Ryan National Merit Scholars were presented at
the half time of a varsity basketball game at FRHS. Christ the King
was well-represented with 3 of the 13 merit scholars being CKS
alumni - 2nd from left, Eamonn Donnelly CKS ‘12; 6th from left,
Matthew Canonico CKS ‘12, and 8th from left, Sam Wehby CKS ‘12.
HURRICANE KATRINA STUDENTS: WHERE ARE THEY NOW?
Mac Taylor
6th Grade -Fall 05
Claire Plauche
Julia Plauche
In August 2005, Christ the King School hosted
seven students displaced by Hurricane Katrina.
Even though their stay was short at CKS, they
are remembered fondly as a part of the classes
in which they became a member.
Lauren, Kyle, and Madelyn Westholz
Jordan Dahlhauser
can High School in the spring semester. She
was involved in the Dominican High School
Band as well as the Jazz Band, orchestra and
Tri-M Music Honor Society. She continued
participation in the Rummel High School
drama club as a member of the technical staff.
An active CYO member, she was president of
St. Benilde’s CYO, attended the March for Life
in Washington, DC, and attended a Steubenville
Conference. In 2010 she received the St.
Timothy Award for outstanding Catholic leadership from the Archdiocese of New Orleans.
Madelyn majored in Biology at LSU graduating in 2014. She is currently teaching Biology
and Chemistry at St. Mary’s Dominican High
School and is completing a Master’s Degree
in Science Teaching from the University of
New Orleans. Madelyn is a big fan of the LSU
Tigers and New Orleans Saints. She is engaged
to Ryan Maldonado.
Orleans summer school program in Innsbruck,
Austria with her cousin, Claire, and visited
several European cities. She is a Chemical
Engineering Major at LSU.
Lauren Westholz returned to 6th grade at St.
Benilde. She participated in service clubs, the
drama club and all of the girls sports teams.
She was involved in CYO and also received the
St. Timothy Award. At St. Mary’s Dominican
High School, she was a member of the band,
Jazz band and Tri-M Honor Society. She was
Madelyn Westholz resumed 8th grade at
also involved in the Christian Life Community,
“Rummel T.” Archbishop Rummel High School Junior Engineering and Technology Society,
was the location for a temporary transitional
Mu Alpha Theta and National Honor Societies.
high school for students displaced while their
Salutatorian of her graduating class, she reCatholic high schools were still under repair.
ceived a National Merit Award and scholarship
She completed 8th grade at St. Mary’s Domini- to LSU. She attended the University of New
Jordan Dahlhauser was in 4th grade at the
time of Katrina. He is currently 19 years old,
attending Tulane University and pursuing his
interests in digital media. Jordan is the nephew
of Paul and Glenda Sexton Dahlhauser ‘81.
Claire Plauche was in 7th grade for Hurricane
Katrina. She returned home and continued to
attend the Academy of the Sacred Heart in New
Orleans. She graduated from Sacred Heart in
2011 and enrolled in the University of Louisiana, Layfayette as an Art Education major.
Claire studied abroad at the University of
Innsbruck. She is employed by Painting With a
Twist Studios. Claire was a student-teacher last
fall semester and received her Bachelor’s degree in December 2015, and started teaching art
at the Carencro High School in January 2016.
Julia Plauche was in 2nd grade during Hurricane Katrina. She returned to the Academy
of the Sacred Heart in New Orleans and will
graduate in May 2016. Christ the King and
Sacred Heart are the only schools Julia has
attended. Julia plans to attend Louisiana State
University in the fall of 2016, possibly majoring in Psychology.
Kyle Westholz was in 2nd grade at the time of
Katrina. He returned to St. Benilde through 4th
grade. He attended Christian Brothers School
for middle school. While there he was on the
football and lacrosse teams and discovered
kayaking. He has been a CYO member and
played travel lacrosse. Currently Kyle is a
senior at Jesuit High School. He is an honor
roll student, participates in the Urban Farming
Club and Spirit Club and is an intramural referee. Kyle is a midfielder on the state champion
Lacrosse team. A member of the Krewe of
Thoth, Kyle rode in his first Mardi Gras parade
in 2014. Kayak fishing is one of his favorite
activities. Kyle was recently accepted to LSU.
We were unable to locate Mac Taylor who was
in 6th grade at the time, but it is our hope that
he is doing well.
Many thanks to Kate McGuinness, current CKS
parent and the aunt of the Plauche and Westholz
children; Mrs. Westholz, Mrs. Plauche; and Jordan
Dahlhauser for their contributions to the article.
STUDENT NEWS
CATHOLIC SCHOOLS WEEK: It was a fun-filled week. We celebrated our Parish with special THANKS and treats
on Sunday; Monday - In honor of our Nation with a
special flag ceremony led by our boy scouts and service
projects to include collections for Room In The Inn and
Second Harvest Food Bank; Tuesday - a beautiful school
Mass and the recognition of our 2016 Distinguished
Graduate; 6th-8th grade trip to Second Harvest to deliver donations and work; and an afternoon presentation by
6th grade teacher, Mr. Kenneth Stephens about his trip
to Haiti; Wednesday - Teacher Appreciation; Thursday
- Parent Appreciation with a to-go breakfast for parents;
kids in PJs and no homework; and Friday - Student
Appreciation which included 8th grade vs Faculty
Rivalry Basketball Game (officiated by special refs/students: Jack Rohling and Kendall St. Charles), and teachers in
uniform and some Skyping sessions with other schools around the U.S.
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CKS TALENT SHOW
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DATES TO REMEMBER
March
5
9
10
14-17
18
21
23
A Crown Affair
2:15p Principal’s Meet &
Greet
Collector’s Fair
Scholastic Book Fair
3rd Quarter Report Cards
Summer Uniforms Begin
2:00p 8th Grade Living Stations
24
25
27
28
29-31
Holy Thursday-No School
Good Friday-No School
Easter Sunday
Easter Monday-No School
Spring Break
April
1
2
4
8
Spring Break
Dexter Dash (Paris)
Classes Resume
7:00p Shakespearean Play
11-15 Iowa Assessments
18-19,213rd/6th CogATs
20
CKS Prof. Dev.-NO SCHOOL
21-22 Science Fair
26
7:00p Confirmation
28
8:15a Spring Concert
29
Dexter Dash Victory Lap
25-29 Teacher Appreciation Week
May
1
11:00a First Communion
2-5
6
8
11
13
20
26
8th Grade Trip
8th Grade Rest Day
Mother’s Day
Academic Banquet
PreK/Kdg Field Day
1st-8th Field Day
Last Day of School
8:15a EOY Awards
12:00p Dismissal
7:00p Graduation
Once again, Nashville got enough snow to
close school for a few days this winter,
though it was very beautiful.