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tur t e - St. Anthony`s High School Alumni Association
Saint Anthony’s High School
275 Wolf Hill Road
South Huntington, NY 11747
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Administration
Brother Gary Cregan, O.S.F.
Principal
Brother Robert Gabriel, O.S.F.
Dean of Faculty
Director of Studies
Brother Joshua DiMauro, O.S.F.
Assistant Principal
Dean of Student Activities
Prefect of Discipline for Freshmen
Mr. Robert Arrigo
Assistant Principal
Dean of Men
Dr. Christina D. Buehler ’90
Assistant Principal
Dean of Women
2014-2015 Board of Trustees
Very Reverend Brother William Boslet, O.S.F.
Chairman
Dates to Remember
Hon. W. Gerard Asher
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September 26, 2014
Alumni Barbecue & Homecoming Football Game
October 25, 2014
Black & Gold Gala, Crest Hollow Country Club
November 1, 2014
Craft Fair
November 13-15, 2014
Fall Play
November 28, 2014
20 & 25 Year Reunions
Mr. Robert Coughlan
Mrs. Jenise Craig
Brother Gary Cregan, O.S.F.
Brother Joshua DiMauro, O.S.F.
Dr. John Folan ‘75
Terence Meyer, Esq. ‘74
December 12 & 13, 2014 Christmas Concert
Mr. Roberto Nicolia
December 24, 2014
Christmas Vigil
Mrs. Susan O’Shea
January 9, 2015
National Honor Society Variety Show
Brother Kevin Smith, O.S.F
January 9 & 10, 2015
Winter Art Show
Brother Jeremy Sztabnik, O.S.F.
January 10, 2015
Father/Daughter Mass & Dance
March 18, 2015
Fashion Show, Crest Hollow Country Club
March 20, 2015
Junior Ring Day
March 26-28, 2015
Spring Musical
April 18, 2015
Principal's Dinner
April 24 & 25, 2015
Spring Concert
May 1 & 2, 2015
44th Annual St. Anthony's Track & Field Invitational
May 4, 2015
Saint Anthony's Golf Classic
June 5, 2015
Graduation Mass
June 6, 2015
Commencement Exercises
June 13, 2015
Feast of Saint Anthony
Friar Focus Publication Team
Mr. Don A. Corrao
Director of Development
Ms. Denise Creighton
Director of Alumni Relations
Mrs. Anne McShane
Assistant to the Director of Development
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A Message from
the Principal
Dear Alumni, Parents, Grandparents, and Friends,
Our Holy Father Pope Francis recently encouraged us to dare to dream and said,
“I really like the expression of the American author who says that God gave us two
eyes, one made of flesh and the other of glass. With the eye of flesh we see what we
look like, with the glass eye we see what we dream. What if we teach our children to
see life with these two eyes?”
I think Pope Francis’ words are particularly appropriate for all of us here at Saint
Anthony’s as we begin this new 2014 -2015 academic year. Each year, our students,
parents, faculty, and staff face the challenges and rigors of a Saint Anthony’s
education that is focused on a comprehensive academic experience in a nurturing and
compassionate environment. Earlier this month, Saint Anthony’s welcomed 610 new
students—the Class of 2018. Pope Francis challenges all of us when he says,“Am I tied
to a herd, blindly doing what everyone does, seeking only self-satisfaction, focused on
myself, or do I look above to fly high? Don’t be scared; dare to have fabulous plans.
I encourage you not to be afraid to dream, to have great ideals, to be builders of hope.”
This past June, Saint Anthony’s began construction on the new Science Center being
built on the third floor. I am pleased to report that development efforts continue to
raise the necessary funds for this $9.3 million initiative. To date, $1.5 million (45%)
has been raised toward our Phase One Goal of $3.3 million.
You all will be pleased to know that return on investment of a Saint Anthony’s
education continues to rise as 472 of the 674 members of the Class of 2014 received
scholarships totaling $78,334,266 and 135 additional students received non-need
grants totaling $2,582,659 from our nation’s leading colleges and universities.
So as we begin this new school year, I encourage all of you to continue on your journey
to seek Truth and sincerely hope that we all dare to dream.
May God Bless You!
Sincerely yours in Christ,
Brother Gary Cregan, O.S.F.
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A Message from the
Director of Development
Dear Friar Faithful,
Saint Anthony’s High School Franciscan Brothers
Legacy Endowment Fund
Over eighty years ago the Franciscan
Brothers brought with them an 800 yearold Franciscan tradition of excellence in
education. They founded Saint Anthony’s
High School on the Franciscan principle,
“Capture the heart and the mind will
follow”, and as a result, Saint Anthony’s
has been a leader among college
preparatory schools in the United
States. The Saint Anthony’s experience,
“Classmates for four years – Friars Forever”,
holds a special place in the hearts and
minds of more than 18,000 graduates.
The long-term goal of the “Legacy
Endowment Fund” is to provide for
the continued fiscal stability of Saint
Anthony’s High School.
These men and women, inspired by
the vision and nurturing of the Franciscan
Brothers and a dedicated and supportive
corps of religious and lay faculty, have
ventured on to contribute significantly
to our nation through their leadership
positions in government, religion,
business, industry, science, the arts,
education, journalism, communications,
athletics and the armed forces.
To make a gift by check or credit card or
for all other inquiries regarding the variety
of other ways you can make a gift to the
“Legacy Endowment Fund” please call
Don Corrao, Director of Development
at 631-271-2020 ext. 284 or e-mail
him at [email protected].
Please consider making your gift today.
You can simply write a check, make a
gift of appreciated securities, include
Saint Anthony’s High School in your will,
establish a Charitable Gift Annuity or a
Charitable Remainder Trust or name Saint
Anthony’s as the owner and/or beneficiary
of an existing life insurance policy or as
the beneficiary of a retirement account.
As Director of Development for Saint Anthony’s High School,
I am responsible and accountable for Saint Anthony’s fund
raising programs and events. It is very important to me to hear
from our constituencies - alumni, parents, grandparents, and
friends regarding your thoughts on our development efforts
to ensure that we are clicking on all cylinders to meet the
challenges we have before us.
Please know that I take my responsibilities of communicating
and sharing all that we are doing to fulfill our mission as a Roman
Catholic and Franciscan college preparatory school very seriously.
Accordingly, I fervently hope that you enjoy receiving your copy
of Friar Focus – the Development and Alumni Magazine.
The immediate challenges of growing the Annual Fund and
continuing to complete our Facilities Master Plan through
our capital campaign efforts are paramount to the continued
success and viability of Saint Anthony’s High School. In order
to accomplish our goals and objectives, there must be a steady
growth in the percentage of participation of our alumni and
parents. Simply put, the more people help Saint Anthony’s,
the stronger and better we will become. Our organizational
maturity and growth in terms of innovative programs,
partnerships and unique opportunities for our students is
dependent on and worthy of everyone’s philanthropic support.
With much gratitude and appreciation,
Don Corrao
Director of Development
(631) 271-2020 ext. 284
[email protected]
Values and ideals are embodied in people
and are not transmitted through words,
documents, bricks or mortar but through
lives. Saint Anthony’s has been blessed
with people whose contributions to
the school and its students have been
immeasurable. They continue to leave
their indelible marks and enrich every
student who attends Saint Anthony’s.
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Commencement 2014
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The Class of 2014 celebrated the culmination of four wonderful years with a beautiful
Mass on June 6 followed by their Commencement Exercises the next morning.
Congratulations to the Class of 2014!
Academic Awards
Math - Eric Coolbaugh
Science - Taylor Brown
Social Studies - Eric Coolbaugh
English - Christopher Coady
Theology - Gabrielle Galli
French - Jennifer Duffy
Spanish - Kian Avilla
Art - Jessica Flynn
Chorus - Lauren Kneessy & Nicholas Rudzewick
Orchestra - Holly DeRosa
Band - James Shanley
Theatre Arts - Aria Laucella
Physical Education - Alexandra Schnabel & Michael Ruane
Franciscan Spirit Award - Lauren Kneessy & Thomas Panichella
Congratulations to all!
Grace Cimaszewski, Valedictorian
Class of 2014 Gifts
Student
Ryan Bonomi
Kevin Boyle
Alyssa Caracola
Justin Carfora
Justin Carroza
Thomas Cirocco
Brittany Coscio
Michael DeLuca
Charles Deegan
Connor Devlin
Ryan Dolce
Christopher Fernandez
Abbey Ferrigno
Alma Flores
Richard Gambella
Amy Gartelmann
Kyle Haley
Madison Hearney
John Kender
Brian Kreider
Gabriella Leamey
Joseph Lomenzo
Anthony Marra
Andrew McKee
Kevin Mitchell
Jacklyn Montefusco
Martin Negron III
Mozai Nelson
Jacqueline Nugent
Namdi Nwasike
Julia O’Rourke
Frank Pecoraro
Leigh Poetzsch
Gabriella Richter
Louis Santelli III
Michael Savallo
Tyler Secreto
Michael Sheehan
Ethan Smith
Ethan Smith
Thomas Stavola
Hanna Vatalaro
Christopher Zarcone
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Donated by
Mr. Gerard Bonomi/Ms. Kelli Bonomi
Mr. & Mrs. Peter Boyle
Mr. & Mrs. Jon Caracola
Mr. & Mrs. Neil Carfora
Mr. & Mrs. Jeffrey Carroza
Mr. & Mrs. Thomas Cirocco
The Coscio Family
Mr. & Mrs. Enrico DeLuca
Ms. Tracy Haas-Deegan
Mr. & Mrs. Timothy Devlin
Mr. & Mrs. Anthony Dolce
Mr. & Mrs. John Fernandez
Mr. & Mrs. Michael Ferrigno
Mr. & Mrs. Jorge Flores
Mr. & Mrs. Richard Gambella, Jr.
Mr. & Mrs. Paul Gartelmann
Mr. & Mrs. Albert Haley
Mr. & Mrs. Timothy Hearney
Mr. & Mrs. Michael Kender
Mr. & Mrs. Richard Kreider
Mr. & Mrs. Scott Leamey
Mr. & Mrs. Francis Lomenzo
Mr. & Mrs. Constantino Marra
Mr. & Mrs. Gary McKee
Mr. & Mrs. Aeon Mitchell
Mr. & Mrs. Thomas Montefusco
Mr. & Mrs. Martin Negron, Jr.
Mr. & Mrs. Cohen Nelson
Mr. & Mrs. Joseph Nugent
Dr. & Mrs. Dominic Nwasike
Mr. & Mrs. Hugh O’Rourke, Jr.
Mr. & Mrs. Frank J. Pecoraro
Mr. & Mrs. Douglas Poetzsch
Mr. & Mrs. Steven Richter
Mrs. Christine Santelli
Mr. & Mrs. Michael Savallo
Mr. & Mrs. Frederick Hartzler
Mr. & Mrs. Michael Sheehan
Mr. & Mrs. Gregory Smith
Mr. & Mrs. Scott Smith
Mr. & Mrs. Thomas Stavola
Mr. & Mrs. Kevin Vatalaro
Mr. Michael Zarcone/Ms. Jeanne Brodsky
Elizabeth Scanlon, Salutatorian
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National Honor Society
Medals of Distinction
At the National Honor Society Induction Ceremony in May, nine members of the faculty and staff were honored for their exemplary service
and commitment to Saint Anthony’s High School. Receiving the Deus Meus et Omnia Medallion for twenty-five years’ service were Miss
Anne Boyle, Mr. William Buysse, Ms. Annmarie Fabricatore, Mr. Salvatore Lagano and Mr. James Medina. In recognition of fifteen years’
service the San Damiano Medallion was awarded to Mr. Kevin Adler, Mr. Luke Barbier, Dr. Mark Capodanno and Mr. Paul Kovalesky.
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This past May, 296 sophomores, juniors
and seniors were inducted into Saint
Anthony’s chapter of the National Honor
Society, with medals presented by Brother
Gary Cregan, O.S.F. and Brother Robert
Gabriel. O.S.F. Membership in the NHS
recognizes scholarship, service, leadership
and character. At this ceremony the
2014-2015 NHS Executive Board was
installed and the 2013-2014 board
members were thanked for their service.
Congratulations to our new NHS members
and to the new Executive Board.
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On May 17th, 2014, Robert Gross ’02 was
ordained a priest at The Cathedral of Saints
Peter and Paul in Philadelphia, PA. Father
Robert is the son of Dr. J. Robert and Mary
Gross. The Mass of Ordination was attended
by many of Father Robert’s family and
friends, including his brother Patrick ‘08
and his sister Katie ‘00. Brothers Gary,
Joshua, Robert, Vincent and Richard
were also in attendance.
In the week following his ordination
Father Robert celebrated Mass in the
Chapel of Our Lady of the Angels here at
Saint Anthony’s. He also celebrated Mass
in his family’s parish of Saint Hugh of
Lincoln in Huntington Station.
Father Robert has been assigned to the
Parish of Our Lady of Grace in Penndel, PA.
God Bless, Father Robert!
Honoring The Heagerty Family
Saturday Evening, the twenty fifth of October, 2014
Cocktail Reception 7:00 pm, Dinner 8:00 pm - Midnight
Crest Hollow Country Club, 8325 Jericho Turnpike, Woodbury, New York 11797
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Please reserve a Table of Twelve at ....................................... $2,500
Please reserve a Table of Ten at ........................................... $2,000
Please reserve ____ tickets at ............................................... $200 each
Please reserve ____ Faculty/Staff tickets at ........................... $125 each
Saint Anthony’s High School
is honored to celebrate the
Heagerty Family as its 2014
Family of Distinction at our
Annual Black & Gold Gala
on Saturday, October 25th.
The Heagerty Family has been
ever present since entrusting
their four children, Riley ’10,
Annie ’12, Michael, and TJ ‘16,
to the Franciscan Brothers and
to Saint Anthony’s High School.
The Heagerty Family is living
testimony that the mission of
“capture the heart and the
mind will follow” is alive and
well at Saint Anthony’s.
The 2014 Family of Distinction
Table Seating. Please print clearly.
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Special Underwriting Opportunities
Tribute Journal
Outside Back Cover ................................ $5,000
Inside Front Cover................................... $3,000
Inside Back Cover ................................... $3,000
Parchment Tribute Page ......................... $2,000
Gold Page ............................................... $1,500
Silver Page .............................................. $1,000
Full Page ................................................... $500
Half Page ................................................... $300
Quarter Page ............................................. $100
Ad sizes, copy and artwork deadline:
October 17, 2014
Full Page 7” x 10” (Trim Size 8.5” x 11”)
Half Page 7.5” x 5”
Quarter Page 3.75” x 5”
Through their Heagerty
Family Foundation, Mike and
Mary have engaged all their
children in what matters most
to them as a family as well as
the importance of giving back
and making a difference in
all that they do.
Cocktail Hour: Includes One Table of Twelve ........................ $15,000
Attach business card or logo to be
included with your message. Digital files
are acceptable and can be emailed to
[email protected]
Please print clearly.
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Tribute Journal: Includes One Table of Twelve...................... $15,000
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Invitations: Includes One Table of Ten .................................. $12,500
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Music: Includes One Table of Ten ........................................ $12,500
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Tribute Video: Includes One Table of Ten ............................. $10,000
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Flowers: Includes One Table of Ten ...................................... $10,000
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Mike and Mary have been
ardent supporters of Catholic
education and true ambassadors
of Saint Anthony’s. They
have been steadfast in their
commitment to ALL of our
Development efforts. They
are long-standing members
of the Principal’s Council and
have led by example by taking
a leadership position in Phase I
of the Threshold of Hope
Capital Campaign.
Silent Auction: Includes One Table of Ten ........................... $10,000
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Gift Bags: Includes One Table of Ten.................................... $7,500
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Photography: Includes One Table of Ten .............................. $5,000
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I/We would very much like to reserve the following underwriting
opportunity in support of the 2014 Black & Gold Gala.
Dinner: Includes Two Tables of Twelve ................................. $25,000
Saint Anthony Tables: Includes One Table of Ten ................. $5,000
Saint Francis Tables: Includes One Table of Ten .................. $3,000
Evening’s Program: Includes One Table of Ten ..................... $3,000
Valet Parking: Includes One Table of Ten ............................. $2,500
St. Anthony’s Celtic Pipe Band: Includes One Table of Ten ... $2,500
St. Anthony’s Schola: Includes One Table of Ten .................. $2,500
Name ________________________________________________________________
Company _____________________________________________________________
Enclosed is my check in the amount of $_______
Please make checks payable to:
Saint Anthony’s High School
and return to the Development Office
in the enclosed envelope.
For further information, please call
Anne McShane at 631-271-2020 ext. 214,
or email at [email protected]
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Spring
Concert!
Judging by the audience’s appreciation
of the musical selections performed, the
Spring Concert was another big success
for the Saint Anthony’s Performing Arts
Program. The two standing room only
performances by the Concert Band,
Chorus, Orchestra, Honors Ensemble,
Symphonic Band, and Jazz Band under
the combined direction of Dr. Dennis
Sullivan, Mr. Bruce Engel, and Brother
Joshua DiMauro, O.S.F. showcased
the abundance of our students’ talent
and ability.
Special thanks to Mr. James Tucker,
assistant director and accompanist,
Ms. Anne Marie Fabricatore,
choreographer and costumes, and
Mr. Chris Farrell, assistant director
for all of the efforts and special
touches with the programme.
Among the many highlights of the
concert were the musical selections:
Nessun Dorma from Turandot, a special
arrangement from West Side Story, Va
Pensiero from Nabucco, What’d I Say,
a tribute to Ray Charles, Call Me Maybe,
Blue Monk, and the Symphonic Band and
Chorus finale of America the Beautiful.
Bravo! Bravo!! Bravo!!!
For Immediate Release
Contact:
Don A. Corrao
Director of Development
(631) 271 - 2020 ext. 284
dcorrao@ stanthonyshs.org
August, 2014 - South Huntington, New
York - FriarQuest, the Saint Anthony’s
High School Science Research Program,
grown from ten students in its first year
has
, 2011, to over sixty students in the scho
ol year 2013-14. We are proud to repo
the projected enrollment for the 2014-15
rt that
school year has climbed to just above
one hundred students. Our Science Scho
Program has allowed incoming eighth
lars
graders to enroll in a full schedule of
AP science courses and to suppleme
college courses with independent scien
nt
thes
e
ce research. As the Science Scholars
Program evolves it will continue to supp
research program with exceptionally brigh
ly
the
t, enthusiastic young students who have
chosen to make science their priority.
This summer, we would like to highlight
two seniors conducting professional rese
arch in the laboratories of SUN Y Stony
and the Long Island Jewish Hospital Rese
Brook
arch Center. The Stony Brook research
led by Leandra Meraglia – Garcia, invo
the use of DNA as markers for pharmac
lves
eutical products. This cutting edge tech
nology is currently being developed in
Incubator” at the Stony Brook Laborator
“The
ies and FriarQuest is getting in on the
ground floor of this exciting new field
second senior, Delaney Lenaghan, is in
. Our
the process of identifying genetic mark
ers
that can be linked to diabetes using cells
from pancreatic tissue. The results of
this research may lead to genetic thera
pies that can target many human diseases
exciting medical research was begun last
. This
year and is currently being continued throu
gh a fellowship provided by the Feinstein
Institute at LIJ Medical Center.
Select underclass members of FriarQues
t have been chosen to take summer cour
ses in fields such as psychology at Corn
Universit y and engineering at the Univ
ell
ersit y of Notre Dame. Upon their retur
n
to
Long Island they will generate ideas
current and future projects. Many unde
for
rclassmen are currently in the process
of analyzing data collected during this
spring semester in the fields of social
past
and behavioral science. Our Internatio
nal
students have also become valued mem
of our research program and many of
bers
them are continuing their research in their
home countries. They will surely return
interesting data and ideas for research
with
papers.
Finally, we are excited to report that a
professional software package has been
added to our informational system to help
analyze even the most complex data and
us
a significant investment is being made
to
create a biotechnology laborator y in the
science wing of Saint Anthony’s High Scho
new
ol. Once established, our biotechnology
laborator y will allow our students to cond
molecular biology, cellular transformation
uct
, DNA amplification and identification,
and genetic recombination experiments
our campus.
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Golden Kids
Carnival
New Seats Get A
Standing Ovation
Continued renovation to the physical plant is made possible, in part, by contributions to the Annual Fund.
The new bleachers in the gymnasium are safer and physically-challenged accessible.
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On Sunday May 4th, about 200 children
with special needs along with their families
attended the Friars Golden Kids Carnival
at Saint Anthony’s High School. Over 300
current Saint Anthony’s students served
as buddies and activity leaders for these
children. Faculty and staff members, as
well as the Mothers’ and Fathers’ Guilds,
helped to organize and run the event.
The children enjoyed jumping in the
bounce house, going down the inflatable
slide, and running through the obstacle
course. They also loved dancing to the
music, playing sports, blowing bubbles,
and joining in carnival games, coloring,
and face painting. Lunch was also served
later in the day in the cafeteria. Saint
Anthony’s looks forward to hosting its
next Carnival on Sunday May 3, 2015
so please save the date!
Conner
Chapman ’15
Current senior Conner Chapman was the
co-author last year of the children’s storybook
Seven Days With Carole
Carole. It tells the story of
a ten-year-old Carole Robertson before she
became a young icon in the Civil Rights
Movement. The purpose of the book is to
assist in beginning the discussion about her
legacy and why she became an important
part of Civil Rights history at a young age.
Conner worked on the book with other
members of the Suffolk County Chapter
of Jack and Jill of America, Inc. where he
serves as Vice-President of the Teen Group.
At Saint Anthony’s he is a member of the
National Honor Society as well as the
Football team. Congratulations to Conner
on this accomplishment!
To the “Retirement Class of 2014” we wish all of you the
enjoyment of a healthy and happy new journey. It is with a
deep sense of gratitude and appreciation that we recognize
the fruits of your labor here at Saint Anthony’s. It is often said
that working at Saint Anthony’s is more one’s vocation than
occupation and this year’s retirees are testimony of that.
At Christmas,
Connor Levchuck ‘16
became a Roman
Catholic and Karen
Henning ‘10 a
recent convert to
Catholicism was
his sponsor.
Retirement may be an ending, a closing, but it is also an
opportunity for a new beginning, a new chapter, a new song, a
new dance, a new perspective, a new dream. Best wishes to all!
Pictured are: Mrs. Mary Lou Gremling, Mr. Paul Kovalesky,
Mrs. Joanne Motto, Mrs. Linda Phillips, Mrs. Rosemarie Walsh,
Mrs. Patricia Whaley.
Blessed
Ceremonies
Colson Meadows ‘17
recently received
his First Holy
Communion at Saint
Anthony’s in front
of our assembled
student body.
Xaiocheng Yang ‘16,
a citizen of the
Peoples Republic
of China and a
recent convert to
Roman Catholicism
was his sponsor.
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This year the Saint Anthony’s High School
Theatre Company performed Anything
Goes, a Broadway classic with
music by Cole Porter. In one of the
finest productions Saint Anthony’s
has seen on its stage, students
wowed audiences with three
outstanding nights of song,
dance and comedy.
A timeless show
that has made
several runs on
Broadway,
Anything
Goes
brings
together
a lively cast
of characters
whose stories are
all intertwined. With a list of show-stopping
numbers like “Blow, Gabriel Blow” and
“Anything Goes”, the show kept audiences
thoroughly entertained from curtain to
curtain. Aboard the cruise liner, The S.S.
American, all of the intertwined story lines
mix together and produce a wild, comedic
and heart-warming set of events.
The cast was comprised of twenty-six
students. It featured all grade levels and
showed off the incredible depth of talent that
exists in our school’s theatre program. With
many featured roles and a large and
important ensemble, the show provided
a platform for many students to exhibit
their talents. The leading role of Reno
Sweeney was played masterfully by Lauren
Kneessy ‘14. She showed off a vast array
of skills in three perfect performances.
Phillip Losquadro ’14 exhibited incredible
vocal and dancing skills as Billy Crocker. Katie
Fletcher ‘14 was both hilarious and pitch
perfect as Mrs. Evangeline Harcourt. Frank
Murdocco ’14 was excellent in his portrayal
of Eli Whitney. Christian Arma ’15 had
audiences rolling in the aisles with his
incredible performance as Moonface Martin.
Arianna Paz ‘15 stunned audiences with her
portrayal of Hope Harcourt. She also served
as a dance captain and helped choreograph
some of the impressive tap numbers. Ian
Greiner ‘15 was hilarious and showed off a
wonderful English accent as Lord Evelyn
Oakley. Matt Tursi ’15 exhibited a variety of
skills as he not only played the role of Purser
but also performed as a pit orchestra member
during the show. Jake Kaplan ‘15 kept the
show together in his role as the Captain. The
leading roles were rounded out by Natalie
Fulgieri ’17 who showed off incredible skills
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and comedic timing as Erma. Samantha
Fitzgerald ‘16 and Lindsay Palmeri ‘16 were
hilarious as Luke and John, two Chinese
converts who always wound up in trouble.
Emily Shea ‘14, Gillian Pelkonen ’15, Sara
Moreno ’17 and Samantha Sommer ‘17
wowed audiences with incredible dancing
in their roles as The Angels. Completing the
cast and serving in a variety of roles that
featured great vocals, incredible dancing
and hilarity were Nick Rudzewick ‘14, Will
Barter ‘14, Eric Linero ‘14, Eric Becker ’15,
Elizabeth Rains ‘15, Katelyn Piotowicz ’16,
Jessica Muzii ‘17, Liana Driscoll ‘17, Marissa
Chisolm ‘17 and Sydney Koehler ‘17.
In addition to all of the talented students in
the cast, a full fourteen-student pit orchestra
performed all of the classic songs. Each
night the wonderful live music was played
masterfully and brought the show to life.
Adding to the great success of this
production was a talented and dedicated
stage crew led by their two chiefs, Dorothy
McGee ‘14 and Brandon Gordon ‘14.
Throughout the show, many complicated
scene changes were completed quickly and
with incredible attention to detail. Lighting
master Dan Gude ‘16 and sound masters
Matt Trotta ‘16 and Madeline Mirenda ‘15
designed an impressive technical show to
compliment a stunning set built by the rest
of the crew. Dorothy McGee ‘14 led a large
group of painters in putting finishing touches
on the set and putting together beautiful
advertisements that brought in large crowds
for all three performances. The impressive
set for this show took many weeks to put
together and was a true testament to the
dedication of the stage crew.
In addition to the students in the cast, pit
and crew, Joseph Hegyes ‘14 served as the
assistant director and producer. He worked
closely with the cast and production staff
to ensure the show was a success. His hard
work and dedication was a big reason the
show was so great. His efforts will be
greatly missed.
With the Spring Musical being the last
show of the year, it was very difficult to say
goodbye to all of the seniors. Each of them
was a valued member of the theatre program
and will be missed greatly. All of their hard
work, dedication and talent have helped the
program become the success that it currently
is. The Saint Anthony’s Theatre Company
should be proud of the successful year it had
and the entire school is looking forward to
another year of wonderful performances in
2014-2015. Bravo to the cast, pit and crew
for a wonderful show!
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Saint Anthony’s High School 25th Annual Golf Classic
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sponsorships
The Saint Anthony’s 25th Anniversary Golf Classic was another
Tournment
great event for alumni, parents, and friends to spend an enjoyable
day on the links to benefit the New Science Center.
In addition to a great day of golf, our 300 guests were
treated to a plentiful breakfast, followed by a sumptuous cocktail
Course
reception, and dinner at Tam O’Shanter. Once again the silent
and live auction added to the enjoyment of the day with
Jeff Sartorius leading the way as our Auctioneer.
DeSimone Family
Tee
U.S. Limousine Service Ltd.
Arnone, Lowth, Wilson, Leibowitz,
Lynx Mortgage Bank, LLC
Andriano & Greco
In Loving Memory of Dick Thornblad
Michael Lydon
State Material Mason Supply
Dave Barnett ‘90
In Memory of Daniel J. Politi
Wreckless Lacrosse
Gentile Family
Cirocco and Ozzimo, Inc.
3M Security LLC
American Maintenance
Johnson Controls
Master Mechanical Corp.
Family
Armstrong Family
Cocktail Hour
Broadridge
Classic Event
HUB International Northeast
Ingrassia Family
South Shore Office Products, Inc.
Leo Family
Paul Hastings LLP
Speranza Family
RR Donnelley
Lau Family
Richard Kreider ‘79
T.R.Ricotta Electric
Hamlin Capital Management, LLC
Sachem Eye Care
Bank of New York
Garofalo Family
Bob Bellotti/Ambrosio & Bellotti, CPAs
Progressive Waste Solutions of LI, Inc.
Sotomayor Family
The highlights of the evening program were the tributes
bestowed on Mike Lydon, the 2014 Man of the Year. Mike was
joined by his lovely wife Roseann, his father, Mick, and his sisters,
Teresa, Maureen, and Ann. Mike and Roseann are the proud
parents of Caroline ’10 (Villanova) and Breann ’13 (Marist).
As Friars, Caroline was a State Champion golfer and
Breann was a State Finalist swimmer.
Golf Cart
Nouveau Elevator
Religious/Faculty
Adventureland
Nouveau Elevator
Bag Tags
Competition Architectural Metals
Golf Balls
Gentile Family
Putting Green
Fairway Golf Car Corp.
Lubrano Family
Meyer, Suozzi, English & Klein, P.C.
Thanks to all our sponsors for their generous support.
You are cordially invited to attend the 26th Annual Saint Anthony’s
High School Golf Classic Monday, May 4, 2015
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Science Center
Update
It was an extremely busy summer at Saint Anthony’s as work
began on the new Science Center. Demolition started the day
after school ended, immediately followed by the renovation
of the first of the labs.
A KEY COMPONENTS
> 22,700 SQUARE FEET OF NEW ACADEMIC SPACE
ON THE THIRD FLOOR
> NINE NEW SCIENCE CLASSROOMS
> ONE NEW RESEARCH ROOM FOR FRIARQUEST
PROGRAM
> FIVE NEW SCIENCE LABORATORIES
> THREE SCIENCE PREP ROOMS
B FIVE NEW STATE OF
THE ART SCIENCE
LABORATORIES
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D NINE SCIENCE
CLASSROOMS
> TEACHER’S DEMO STATION
> DEMONSTRATION STATION
> ONE CHEMISTRY LAB - (1,900 SQUARE FEET)
> INTERACTIVE WHITEBOARDS & PROJECTOR
> PROJECTOR & INTERACTIVE WHITEBOARD
> ONE CHEMISTRY & MICROBIOLOGY LAB
(1,900 SQUARE FEET)
> MARKERBOARDS
> MARKERBOARDS
> NEW TABLES FOR GROUP WORK & PROJECTS
> AIR CONDITIONING
> AIR CONDITIONING
> NEW WINDOWS
> NEW WINDOWS
> NEW DESKS
> ONE PHYSICS & EARTH SCIENCE LAB
(1,450 SQUARE FEET)
> ONE MULTIDISCIPLINARY LAB – BIOLOGY/
ANATOMY/FORENSICS (1,385 SQUARE FEET)
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RESEARCH ROOM
> ONE MULTIDISCIPLINARY LAB – BIOLOGY/
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE/MARINE BIOLOGY
(1,385 SQUARE FEET)
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2014–2015
Annual
Fund
Alumni & Parents
Pride & Participation
“Capture the heart and the mind will follow” is embodied
in the many ways our alumni, parents, grandparents, and
friends contribute to Saint Anthony’s High School.
When you give to Saint Anthony’s you help the Franciscan
Brothers fulfill their commitment to academic excellence,
to enhance our facilities, and to keep a Saint Anthony’s
education accessible and affordable.
The participation of all of our alumni, parents, grandparents,
and friends is paramount if Saint Anthony’s is going to
maintain its position as the leading college preparatory
school on Long Island.
The 2014-2015 Annual Fund is the best way to demonstrate
your overall satisfaction with your Saint Anthony’s experience.
The 2014-2015 Annual Fund is a key source of expendable
revenue that impacts the lives of every student. Your gift to
the 2014-2015 Annual Fund:
• Provides financial aid for deserving and need worthy students
• Enhances academic and student life
• Advances our Catholic and Franciscan mission
• Supports our areas of greatest need
• Assists in beautifying our campus
Giving is personal. All gifts to Saint Anthony’s make a
difference. Making a difference starts with you. Please
make your gift today.
Black & Gold Club
Friars Forever Club
Saint Francis Club
up to $99
$100 - $499
$500 - $999
Principal’s
Council
As a member of the Principal’s Council...
You will be supporting the work of the Principal to advance the
mission of Saint Anthony’s High School. Members of the Principal’s
Council will be invited as special guests of Brother Gary Cregan, O.S.F.
to the following functions:
• Christmas Concert (Friday and Saturday, December 12 & 13, 2014)
• Principal’s Dinner (Saturday, April 18, 2015)
• Spring Concert (Friday and Saturday, April 24 & 25, 2015)
• Commencement Exercises (Saturday, June 6, 2015)
You can join the Principal’s Council by giving to the 2014 - 2015
Annual Fund and contributing at one of the following levels:
• Saint Anthony’s Patron
• Saint Anthony’s Benefactor
• Principal’s Cabinet
• Principal’s Circle
$25,000 +
$10,000 - $24,999
$5,000 - $9,999
$1,000 - $4,999
Congratulations
Friar Choir!
Everyone’s
Up For The
Challenge
This summer Saint Anthony’s High School teamed up with Challenger
Lacrosse Inc. to provide five weeks of summer sports camps for children
with special needs. The project was initiated by Stephen DeSimone,
the Class of 2015’s Class President. Stephen worked closely with Ray
Samson, the Director of Challenger Lacrosse, to invite special needs
campers from all over Long Island to come to Saint Anthony’s and
participate in a variety of sports including volleyball, lacrosse, soccer,
basketball and baseball. Over 100 volunteers including student-athletes,
faculty and coaches, and members of the Friar Faithful “buddied-up”
with the Challenger Campers to take part in the fun. The experience
was a great one not only for the campers but also for the volunteers!
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On May 29, the Saint Anthony’s Friar Choir
left to perform at the 10th Anniversary Disney
Music Festival in Orlando, Florida. On Friday,
they performed for the judges at the Saratoga
Springs Resort Performance Hall and spent
the remainder of their time enjoying the fun
that can only happen at the Magic Kingdom,
Hollywood Studios and EPCOT. At the Awards
Ceremony Saturday evening, along with their
directors, Ms. Annmarie Fabricatore and Mr.
Greg Wilson, the Show Choir’s months of hard
work paid off with the Gold Medal Award for
Specialty Performance (Show Choirs, Mixed
Chorus, Madrigal, etc.), the Judges Award for
Superior Performance and the Outstanding
Vocalist Award (Grace O’Neill ‘14).
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Saint Cecilia
Orchestra Concert
Tour & Pilgrimage
Italy 2014
Among the many benefits and special opportunities afforded to
the members of the Saint Anthony’s Performing Arts Program
is the opportunity to travel abroad under the supervision and
direction of Brother Joshua DiMauro, O.S.F., Mr. Bruce Engel,
and Mr. Christopher Farrell.
Last February, members of the Saint Anthony’s Orchestra
traveled to Italy and were featured performers in Padua, Venice,
Orvieto, Mestre, and Rome. The Saint Anthony’s entourage also visited
such special places as Florence, Assisi, and Stroncone.
While there were so many highlights of the trip, the Orchestra’s three-hour
performance during the Papal Audience is a memory that every student and
parent who traveled as part of the Shadow Tour will never forget.
For information regarding The 2016 Concert Tour & Pilgrimage, please contact
Brother Joshua DiMauro, O.S.F.
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Threshold
of
Hope
PHASE II. – New Science Center
One Chemistry Lab - (1,900 square feet)
One Chemistry & Microbiology Lab (1,900 square feet)
One Physics & Earth Science Lab (1,450 square feet)
One Multidisciplinary Lab – Biology/Anatomy/Forensics
(1,385 square feet)
One Multidisciplinary Lab – Biology/Environmental
Science/Marine Biology (1,385 square feet)
PHASE I. – Continues
Our Lady of the Angels Chapel Completed
Stadium Field – Field Turf & Mondo Track Completed
Student Center Completed
> Three Art Studios
> Dance Studio
> Chorus Room
> Band & Orchestra Room
> Nine Instrumental Vocal and
Instrumental Practice Rooms
> Wrestling Room
> Fitness Center
> Nine Locker Rooms
> Boardroom
Phase II
New Science Center
Total Project Cost $9,300,000
Phase I Goal $3,300,000
Total Amount Raised To Date $1,210,640
> Athletic Director’s Office
> Indoor Training Facility
> Indoor 200 meter competition Track & Field
> Concession
> Sports Medicine / Physical Therapy Suite
If you would like to make a gift or pledge to
the campaign, please contact:
Don A. Corrao
Our future
starts today.
Director of Development
(631) 271-2020
extension 284
[email protected]
St. Anthony, Pray For Us
Our Lady of the Angels THRESHOLD Oƒ HOPE
“Colors of Light” Stained Glass Window Campaign
There are a total of 38 stained glass windows available in our Chapel. To date, nine are completed,
three in production for a total of twelve. For more information contact: Mr. Don Corrao, Director of
Development 631-271-2020 ext 214.
Angel
Saint Anthony
The Gentile Family
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Saint Patrick
The Adams Family
Saint Charles
The Adams Family
Angel
The Pauze Family
dedicated to Megan ’13
Saint Anthony
Anastasio Family
Saint Barbara
The DeSousa Family
Donor:
Pauze Family Angel
Saint The
Victoria
dedicated
to MeganThe‘13
The Garofalo
Family
Salerno Family
dedicated to Jessica ’12
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A Message
from the
Alumni
Director
Dear Friars,
As we begin this new year at Saint Anthony’s High School, I find
myself reflecting on the past year. It has been a very busy and
productive year in the Alumni Office as we continue to work on
bringing our database up to date and planning activities that will
bring our cherished Alumni back to their Alma Mater. A number
of events were extremely successful this year – nearly 100 lacrosse
players came back for the Alumni Lacrosse Game, Breakfast with
Santa was very well attended by Alumni and their children, and
our reunions are getting bigger and better each year. It was my
sincere honor to induct Brother James McVeigh ‘64 and Mrs.
Philomena Clement (Honorary Alumni) into the Alumni Hall of
Fame back in March. These two people embody the Friar Spirit!
On a personal note, the absolute highlight of my year was attending
the Canonization of Pope John Paul II and Pope John XXIII in Rome.
I, like many Friars over the years, have had the privilege of Papal
Audiences on past Friar Pilgrimages to Italy. Because of those
pilgrimages and my attendance as a high school student at the
Madison Square Garden Youth Rally, I have had a devotion to
Pope John Paul II. I felt compelled to be in Rome for this historic
moment – the Canonization of two Popes. I cannot describe to you
the emotion I felt as I stood in Saint Peter’s Square and participated
in the Mass that morning. The number of people, standing since
pre-dawn, who attended the Mass, overwhelmed me. And, much
like in the past, I had a sense of renewal of my Roman Catholic faith.
It was truly a blessed moment! While in Rome, I had the pleasure of
spending some time with other Friars who were also there for the
Canonization: Deacon John Trodden ’64, Brother Geoffrey Clement
’82, Katie Sequino ’03 and Christopher Farrell ’04. It was a wonderful
experience and one I am grateful to have had.
Youngest Men’s Soccer
Head Coach in the Country
DJ Corrao begins his first season as the men’s soccer head coach at Assumption College
in the 2014 season. He was named to the position on July 7, 2014.
Corrao came to Assumption from Molloy College (N.Y.), where he served as an assistant
coach for the Lions since the 2012 season. At Molloy, he was responsible for all aspects
of recruiting, training and academic planning for the student-athletes while also playing
a key role in community relations and fundraising for the program.
In addition to his experience at Molloy, Corrao also served as the director of operations
for the men’s soccer program at Adelphi University (N.Y.) for the 2010-2011 seasons
as the Panthers advanced to the 2011 Atlantic Soccer Conference Championship Game.
He also worked as an assistant coach and camp director at Saint Anthony’s High School
in South Huntington, N.Y. and has served as the director of soccer at the Village of
Branch Soccer Club in Smithtown, N.Y. since 2012.
In addition to his coaching experience, Corrao was a member of the men’s soccer
program at Division I Fordham University, where he graduated with a Bachelor of
Arts degree in international political economy and development in 2011. At Fordham,
he was a member of the International Honor Society of Economics, Omicron Delta
Epsilon, and was a member of the Student-Athlete Advisory Committee (SAAC) in
2010. He will earn his Master of Business Administration from Molloy College in the
summer of 2014.
Corrao’s appointment marks the second Saint Anthony’s alumnus to be coaching
the NE 10 Conference as he joins Chris Armas ’90, head women’s soccer coach,
Adelphi University.
Pope Francis once said, “Dear brothers and sisters, the Church
loves you! Be an active presence in the community, as living
cells, as living stones.” This is a challenge to each of us to become
involved, to serve others, to be a part of our Church. I would hope
that not only will we all strive to be “living cells” in our Church, but
also “living cells” in the Saint Anthony’s school community. It is
vitally important to our current and future Friars that our school’s
community and its history be sustained.
I look forward to seeing each of you at sporting events, Alumni
activities, or religious observances here at school over the next
year. We, as a school, are only as great as the active members
of our community.
Friars Forever,
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Denise Creighton
Alumni Director
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Spotlight
Alumni
When Danielle Ryan Davi was a student at Saint Anthony’s she spent many days and
nights here at school. She was the Treasurer of the National Honor Society, a member
of Tau Fraternity and writer for the Friar Scoreboard. Her leadership abilities were
demonstrated as the captain of both the Girls’ Varsity Soccer Team and the Winter
Track Team. Danielle made the most of her time here and it certainly had its impact.
Danielle
Ryan Davi
’89
EVENT:
Alumni Flag
Football Tournament
PARTICIPANTS:
Academically, Danielle always had a full load with many honors and AP classes. One
of the challenges Danielle faced as a student here was balancing her very full academic
schedule and her full athletic schedules. At first, this was a struggle for her but in time
it became second nature. Her experience here at Saint Anthony’s prepared her for
Division 1 Athletics and Ivy League academic rigor.
Saint Anthony’s
Football Alumni
Danielle was very influenced by many of her teachers but most significantly by Science
teacher Bill Payoski and Global History teacher Brother Gary Cregan. Mr. Payoski
brought Biology and Marine Biology to life for his students. Danielle loved that he
“was witty and sarcastic and ‘owned’ his nerdiness as a badge of honor.” She enjoyed
the hands–on demos and dissections and Mr. P’s enthusiasm for his subject. Brother
Gary was a trusted advisor and mentor to Danielle and many of her classmates.
Danielle explained, “Brother Gary dismantled my perception of teachers as “they”
and me and my fellow students as “us”. His friendship taught me that I had the
capacity to be treated as an adult and to have a relationship with a teacher that
went beyond academics. That served as a model on how I would choose to conduct
myself especially when I myself began teaching.”
Thanksgiving Eve,
November 26, 2014
WHEN:
LOCATION:
Cy Donnelly Field,
Saint Anthony’s
High School
Upon graduation in 1989, Danielle went on to study at Princeton University where
she was a History major. She continued at NYU where she received her Masters of
Arts in United States 20th Century Military History. After a short stint as an assistant
buyer in advertising, Danielle found her way to Saint John’s Prep in Queens where
she taught and coached the Boys’ Soccer and Track Teams.
Being a young teacher, Danielle was often the person young girls would seek out
when they had no one else to turn to. Sadly, unwanted pregnancy was not an
uncommon occurrence. Danielle became very involved with helping not only her
students, but also many young people in the NYC area who were faced with this
problem. She became a very active Pro-Life advocate. However, her advocacy did
not include picketing outside clinics. Danielle said, “It has been my experience within
the Pro-Life aspect of the Catholic Church that for many it has become rigid belief
without compassion. I am pro-life but I am anti-judgment. This doesn’t make me
less of a Catholic. I believe that honesty and judgment without compassion is brutality.
I have experienced time and time again people with good motives behaving without
love in the name of God.”
Danielle’s work as a Pro-Life activist is centered on the young woman and families
who are seeking to adopt. It is a very simplistic approach and yet a clear option to
the rising abortion rates in our country. Danielle assists schools and churches in finding
these families in the midst of the heartbreak of infertility and encourages interaction
without money exchanging hands. Danielle states, “Love is the currency and I know
it sounds overly simplistic but it can and it does work.”
Today, most of Danielle’s time is spent raising her three very athletic children who are
7,10 and 11. She loves watching them play lacrosse, soccer, tennis, golf, wrestling and
track. She and her husband, Joe, and their three children live in Somerset County, NJ
and she wonders what her children’s commute to South Huntington might be like!
To our current Friars, Danielle advises, “Go out and DO! There are so many chances
that present themselves each and every day. That being said everyone has a different
version of accomplishment. Being the best people you can be, conquering the academic
and later the business world, teaching in Appalachia or even just down the street,
inventing the next best thing, playing the piano for the elderly—ANYTHING. JUST
DO SOMETHING!”
We are proud of Danielle and all her accomplishments! Way to go, Friar!
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Come join your fellow Alumni
in our first ever Thanksgiving
Eve Flag Football Tournament.
The tournament will begin
in the early evening and be
followed with a dinner. The
number of teams will be
limited. Specific details to
come on the Saint Anthony’s
Alumni Facebook page:
https://www.
facebook.com/FriarAlumni
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Kerry
Moran
5K Race
March 22nd was one of the first Spring-like days after a long, cold
winter and it made for the perfect day for the Alumni Association’s
Third Annual Coach Kerry Moran Memorial 5K Race at Saint Anthony’s.
The day began with a Fun Run in the Student Center for our younger
Future Friars. At 8:30 a.m., one hundred and forty runners (Alumni,
students and parents) ran the 5K. The run was followed by
an awards presentation and bagels and coffee.
Many thanks to our volunteers—Mrs. Mary Claire Krumholz,
Mrs. Ginny Farrelly, Mrs. Virginia Regan and Mrs. Anne McShane.
Thanks, too, to our 50 NHS student volunteers and to Mr. Bobby
Farrelly ‘01 who coordinated the course and volunteers.
Alumni Friar
Shield Network–
Blessing of
the Shields
On January 26th, 2014, over 100 members of the Friar Shield Network
gathered to celebrate Holy Mass and the Blessing of the Shields in the Chapel
of Our Lady of the Angels. Following Mass, the congregation watched Men of
Purpose, a documentary about a national hero and our Alumni, Lance Corporal
James D. Argentine ‘05, who was killed in Afghanistan. The afternoon ended
with refreshments in the cafeteria. Many thanks to Suffolk County Police
Chaplain Father Sean Gann, Brother Robert Gabriel, Brother Joshua and the
Schola, the Friar Celtic Pipe Band and our Altar Servers. Most of all, thanks to
all our service people who are truly instruments of God’s peace.
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Saint Anthony’s Friars vs.
Saint Francis Prep’s Terriers
When: Monday, October 6, 2014
Spotlight
Alumni
THE SECOND ANNUAL
FRANCISCAN CUP
BOYS SOCCER
MATCH & ALUMNI GAME
On April 25, 2014, the members of the Suffolk County Police Department
participated in one of the best-attended ceremonial walk outs ever
seen. The officers from all departments lined the sidewalks to honor the
Commanding Officer of the Homicide Squad – John “Jack” Fitzpatrick,
Saint Anthony’s High School Class of 1963, as he finished his last day
on the job.
Jack Fitzpatrick ’63
Retires as Commanding Officer
of Homicide Division
• Alumni Arrival 4:30 p.m.
Fitzpatrick is very familiar to most Suffolk residents as he has been the
face of many high profile murder cases since 2002. (Interestingly, Jack’s
predecessor as Commanding Officer was Gerry Pelkofsky, Saint Anthony’s
Class of 1967). Fitzpatrick’s snow-white hair and thick white handlebar
mustache are known to many. Jack’s 39-year career with the Suffolk
County PD was stellar. Suffolk Police Spokesperson Kevin Fallon described
Jack as …”somebody who is a true role model for police officers, detectives
and supervisors.”
• Alumni Game 5:00 p.m.
We are proud of this Friar’s accomplishments and wish him happiness in
his retirement!
Where: Saint Anthony’s Cy Donnelly Field
• Franciscan Cup 7:15 p.m.
• Reception Immediately Following
Alumni Registration for the Alumni Game
To register, please email Coach Corrao the following information
at [email protected]
Name
Class of
Home Address
Email
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2014
Alumni
Golf Outing
Gol
On August 1st, Saint Anthony’s held their Annual Alumni Golf Outing at Mill Pond
Country Club. Because the outing was sold out, we were able to accommodate
our overflow at Baiting Hollow. Friars from all decades were well represented.
The weather was perfect and the golfers had a wonderful day!
Next year’s outing will take place on July 31st, 2015. Start getting your foursomes
together and be ready for notice of pre-registration. Let’s keep this momentum going!
It is a great opportunity to not only support our current Friars but also a great day to
network with your fellow Friars!
SPONSORSHIPS
Dinner
Black & Gold Event
Putting Green
Mulligan
Hole
Tee
Family
Benefit Management Solutions/Chris Fletcher ‘81
Port Jefferson Sporting Goods/Bob LoNigro ‘81
Ray O’Connor Photography/Ray O’Connor ‘70
East Northport Physical Therapy/Steve DeSousa ‘88
Farrell Fritz, P.C./Bob Creighton ‘78
Craig Tortora ‘86
Salvatore Restivo ‘81
Conforti Family
David Arpino ‘04
Meeting Matters, Inc.
Joe Oliva ‘86
Pepsi - Proud Partner & Sponsor of St. Anthony’s
Dixon Golf
Fontana Metal Sales Corp./Kevin O’Donohoe ‘81
Daniel Santini ‘87
In Memory of Paul Sirignano ‘84/Jim Sirignano ‘81 & Family
Frank Mullady, Sr. ’73
Aetna
Witter Family
Corrao Family
Richard Cooke ‘87
WINNERS
Low Gross
Closest to the Pin
Longest Drive
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Tommy Carberry ‘05, Joe Giustino ‘05,
Chris Sabanos ‘12, Kieran Burke ‘12
Brian Schiele ‘98
Alan Specht
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Spotlight
Alumni
As a student at Saint Anthony’s High
School, Brian Christensen was very
involved. He was a four year hockey player,
writer for the Friar Scoreboard and The
Anthonian, a member of the National
Honor Society and French Club President.
Throughout those four years Brian learned
much academically—French, History,
Mathematics, Literature, Science—but
learned most about himself and his Faith.
Brian’s freshman French teacher, Brother
Donan Conrad, had the most profound
effect on Brian throughout his high school
career. Interestingly, the two hit a little
bump in the road when Brother Donan
cut Brian from the soccer team during
the summer of his sophomore year. Brian
said, “I forgave him and he continued to
encourage my studies and my desire to
study abroad.” In his senior year Brother
Donan told Brian, “Don’t be afraid to apply
to the universities and colleges you want
to go to. Don’t make the choice for them.”
When Brian was rejected by the university
of his dreams, he told me, “Don’t take
Father Brian Christensen,’83,
Named Vice Rector of
North American College
‘No’ for an answer. Go back and tell
them you really want in.” Brian took
Brother’s advice and was finally
accepted. Brother Donan inspired Brian
through his friendship, his prayers and his
constant encouragement. Father Brian was
humbled and honored to celebrate Brother
Donan’s Mass of Christian Burial in 2006.
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Force Base in Rapid City, SD. He served as
a B1-B copilot until December of 1993.
While in Rapid City, Brian got very involved
with his local parish. He sang in the choir,
taught CCD and worked with the Knights
of Columbus. He got involved with a group
of men and attended Bible Study and
prayer groups. His life of Faith continued
to grow. His decision to become a priest
was not a simple one.“After an invitation
to consider the priesthood by our Bishop
Charles Chaput (now the Archbishop
of Philadelphia), and much mental and
emotional wrestling and prayer, I came
to realize that God was calling me to
consider the priesthood. I decided that
I should give Him a chance!” said Brian.
In 1993, Father Brian began working
as a parish priest in Timber Lake,
South Dakota. He loves his assignment.
“I love being with people in all aspects
of life: family dinners, births and baptisms,
sickness and death, weddings, and
celebrations. As a parish priest, I have
a front row seat to God’s marvelous
workings of grace. It isn’t always easy
or fun, but it is meaningful and fulfilling.
It’s a true adventure each day.
As a parish priest, it seems that I am
always welcomed as part of any family.
I am never an outsider. I love being
with my parishioners and sharing the
journey of faith.”
However, Father Brian had to make
another somewhat difficult decision in
early 2014. He was very involved in three
parish missions within his diocese and he
was very content with his work. He then
received an invitation to be the Vice Rector
at the North American College in Rome.
Brian was accepted to the US Air
Force Academy where he built his selfconfidence and his faith. The various
challenges of academy life deepened
his faith and good friendships. Brian
said, “Of all the life lessons that I
learned during my four years as a cadet,
the one that continues to sustain me is:
faith and friends mean everything.”
“With a lot of prayer and spiritual direction,
I came to see where our Lord wanted me to
go. I have the strong sense that He is calling
me to something new and to a place and a
role where I will need to trust Him and rely
upon Him more than ever. As I reflect upon
it, this seems to be the way our Lord works.
He is often calling us in over our head and
asking us to trust Him. He tells us: “Put out
into the deep!”
Upon graduation, Brian went on for
his Master’s degree at the University of
Paris. In 1989, he received an MA through
Middlebury College in Vermont. Following
those two years of study, he attended Pilot
Training at Williams Air Force Base in Mesa,
Arizona. He received his wings in 1990 and
was assigned to the B1-B at Ellsworth Air
Father Brian will soon be stationed in Rome
but he will never forget his Alma Mater.
He said of SAHS,“It is a rare place where
you can find all of this and the spirituality
and community that will help you establish
a firm foundation for the future.” We wish
Father Brian well and will remember him
in our prayers.
AlumniHockey
Game
On June 8th, 2014, the Friar Hockey Team
held their Alumni Game at Superior Ice Rink
in Kings Park. Coach Marc Sambach ‘73
organized the players for this annual event.
After playing two periods, the guys came
off the ice and enjoyed dinner together.
This game is always a great opportunity
for teammates to catch up and prove
they’ve still got what it takes to be a Friar
hockey player!
If you haven’t received communications
from the Hockey Club, please send your
e-mail address to Coach Marc Sambach
at [email protected].
Christine credits many of her teachers for her own success. She says of Mrs. Philomena
Clement, “I’ll never forget reading King Lear! She had the best accent; her voice has
always stayed in my mind. She has always held a classy air about herself. She would be
excited about books and teaching us; it was clear her career meant the world to her,
and that passion came through in her teaching.”
Christine
Carbone
Guarino ’86 Friar Tradition
Continues
Christine was sad to hear of the retirement of Mr. Vincent Winus. “When I was in Saint
Anthony’s, he was the coach of the baseball team and the Spanish teacher. He would
always watch out for whom I was dating at the time! Mr. Winus has a sense of moral
force in his character that made you feel comfortable in an almost superhero-like way.
He always demonstrated leadership while having his soft side of being a great husband
and animal lover. He was also the dean when my daughter Alexa was in school. Many
times I found myself going to Mr. Winus for advice and every time found what I needed.“
Christine had a special relationship with Science Chair Mrs. Maryann Librizzi. “Some
teachers change who you are; Mrs. Librizzi was the teacher who changed who I was.
I was so in love with the subject that the experience I had in her class was merely the
first hurdle--of many--in achieving my dream of being where I am today. When you
believe in something and want something bad enough, there will always be many
hurdles. You just have to make the jump! It’s what makes achieving your goals worth
it. That class was the first of many barriers that had to be overcome in order to achieve
my dream. Coincidentally, 15 years after her class, after receiving a Dental Hygiene &
Anesthesia degree from SUNY Stony Brook, Mrs. Librizzi’s husband surprised me sitting
in my chair needing local anesthetic! “
One teacher who remains a part of Christine’s life is Brother Gary. “Brother Gary was
always, and continues to be, a man of honor. The true greatness in him is that he not only
gives his life to God, but he gives his life in a way of service to the students. His existence
is to serve. You can always count on his word... and he always seemed to know just what
was going on, no matter the distance between generations. He can do it all. In doing
all of the positive, he prevents the harmful things. Brother Gary is rich in kindness and
patience, and he is a true lifelong friend to all Friars. To this day, even though I’m now
an adult and a parent myself, I always feel that I can still look up to him.”
Christine attended C.W. Post to study Biochemistry and later SUNY Farmingdale to study
Dental Hygiene. She has been actively practicing as a Dental Hygienist for over 20 years.
She is currently back at Farmingdale to expand her Dental Hygiene studies and to become
a licensed Prosthetist/Orthotist. She is currently receiving certification in mastectomy
fitting. Christine also created a Smoking Cessation course, which she taught in the
Continuing Education program at SUNY Farmingdale. She is also currently interning with
Suffolk Plastic Surgery alongside fellow Friar parent Dr. Kenneth Kneessy, an outstanding
plastic surgeon. Christine is eager to help women who have been affected by breast
cancer. “After knowing so many patients who have been affected by breast cancer and
purchasing a prosthetics company with my husband Vincent, I came to learn that the field
of prosthetics also included creating prosthetic breasts for women... and so my passion
has been reignited in a new direction!”
Christine credits Saint Anthony’s with much of her happiness in life. During her years as a
Friar, she learned many life lessons. “Number one: never make judgments about anything;
not about people, parenting, where we come from, or other’s choices. That’s not for us
to judge. Love people, don’t judge people. It creates an atmosphere that other people will
want to get in on. Number two: all saints were sinners who decided to get up and make
something happen. Number three: If you develop the brain, the heart will follow. If you
develop the heart, the brain will follow. I raise my children, have picked my career and
make my choices based on these values.”
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Christine and Vincent Guarino will be present at Saint Anthony’s for some time- at their
children’s games, parent groups and alumni activities. We are thrilled to see the Friar
Tradition is continuing in the Guarino Family!
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EVENTS
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Homecoming Barbecue
11 | 02
All Souls Alumni Memorial Mass
11 | 28
20 & 25 Year Reunion
Class of 1989 & 1994
12 | 14
Breakfast with Santa
01 | 25
Friar Shield Network Mass
03 | 7
Smithtown Reunion at Flowerfield
For further information, go to
stanthonysalumni.com or
e-mail Denise Creighton, Director of Alumni
at [email protected].
2014-2015
Spotlight
Alumni
Christine Carbone Guarino was a very active Friar back in 1986. Among the first of the
female Friars, Christine threw herself into life as a Friar. Student Government member,
Cheerleading and Kickline captain and Softball player, Christine was at the school
more than she was home. Christine is still at school very often – as a Friar parent who
is continuing the tradition with her own children: Alexa, Vincent and Sophia. Both
Christine and her husband Vincent are very proud of their children and their academic
and athletic accomplishments.
Jack Kensil ’08
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When Joe came back to Saint Anthony’s
as a coach and later a teacher he knew
he was in the right place. He knew that he
had to give back what was given to him by
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athletes he works with. He remembers
his commute to and from school. “Sitting
on a bus for an hour in the morning and
then taking the late bus home at 5:30, I
was forced to be organized with my time
and be proficient with its use in order
to keep up with the academic demands
at Saint Anthony’s.” He also remembers
the very positive impact of the faculty and
staff. He recalls, “…striving to meet the
expectations that teachers and coaches
had (and still have) for their students.
The encouragement and motivation
that I received helped me to realize my
potential and taught me that hard work
pays off. Having great role models at
such an influential age taught me not
to take the easy way out and helped
build the work ethic that I had in college
and still have today.”
Like many of our faculty, Joe Minucci
has been a student and a teacher here
at Saint Anthony’s. Our Alumni faculty
members have seen both sides of the
coin. Asked what advice he would give
Joe Minucci ’99 –
Friar Covers Olympics
Giving Back What He Was Given
This winter Jack, who works as a production
associate at NBC, had the time of his life
covering the Winter Olympics in Sochi,
Russia where he served as tape producer
working with producers to get the right
angle and shots to use on air. This summer
Jack was graphic coordinator for the World
Series of Volleyball. This fall and winter he
will be working as a Tape PA for Notre Dame
football games and various IVY and CAA
games. He was also a graphic coordinator
at the Ryder Cup in Scotland in September.
his teachers and coaches. Although Joe was
positively influenced by many, four men stick
out in his mind: Coach Rich Reichert, Coach
Larry Broesler, Coach Bob Hardwick and Mr.
Bob Kelly. Joe said, “These four gentlemen
taught me what it meant to be a leader and
what hard work is. The confidence they all
had in me empowered me to do more then
I knew I could and helped to shape who I
am today. Joe explains that the values he
was taught at home were reflected at Saint
Anthony’s. ”Coach Reichert, Coach Broesler
and Mr. Kelly were either current or retired
police officers. I think I had a connection
with them because my father is a retired
NYPD detective and they preached the
same lessons and values that I heard at
home. These gentlemen (as well as my
mom because she is a retired teacher)
led me to want to become a coach and
educator because I watched all of them
influence hundreds of kids during their
tenure, and I wanted to do the same thing.”
Jack Kensil is a Friar who is doing what he
loves and who is living the Franciscan values
of caring for those less fortunate. He is a
great role model for our students.
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After playing professional football in the
AFL, Joe came back to Saint Anthony’s in
2005 to coach Varsity Football. Since 2009,
Joe has served as the team’s Defensive
Coordinator. Joe has also taught both
Physical Education and Health.
Alumni
Spotlight
Alumni
Friar Jack Kensil ’08 was a scholar athlete
during his time at Saint Anthony’s. Jack
went on to study Communications and
play lacrosse in the attack position at Marist
College. He was a MAAC Conference
All-Academic Scholar Athlete. Jack also
performed in a band with some friends
for many charity events throughout the
Poughkeepsie area and participated in a
weekly program at a children’s elementary
school reading and exercising with the
students, primarily the intellectually disabled.
Jack found his charity work to be “very
humbling and enlightening experiences.”
Recently named Assistant Athletic Director
Joe Minucci ’99 is truly one of our Friar
Faithful. Joe and his wife Siobhan (Geerlings
‘00) met in 1997 at Saint Anthony’s. As a
Friar, Joe played football, wrestled and played
baseball. He was a Catholic State Champion
in wrestling as a senior and an All Long Island
selection in Football, as well as part of the
90’s All Decade team. Upon graduation Joe
attended the University of Delaware where
he received his Bachelor’s Degree in Health
Behavior Management with a concentration
in Sports Management / Finance / Marketing
and played football. He went on to get his
Master’s Degree from Adelphi.
Joe can relate well to the students and
to current Friars, Joe responded, “Constantly
keep an open mind and always keep your
ears open. Much of the faculty at Saint
Anthony’s is there to be a positive influence
on you, and whether you want to believe
it or not, we do know what we are talking
about. The size of your generation rivals
that of the Baby Boomer generation.
You will have the ability to do great
things for this country and the world.
You have taken a big step in coming to
Saint Anthony’s to prepare you for the
future. Now do not waste your time
here. Take full advantage of everything
you have here at Saint Anthony’s and
you will be prepared to do great things.
Work hard, follow the values you hear
at home and at school, and do
what is right.”
We are thrilled to have Joe Minucci back
at Saint Anthony’s where he and his wife
Siobhan hope to send their little girl Cecilia.
Joe is living the Franciscan ideal of service
to others and we are grateful.
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Smithtown
Reunion
On March 8th, the Friars gathered at Flowerfield in Saint James for their
annual Smithtown Reunion. This year the Alumni Association brought
back the Alumni Hall of Fame. Brother James McVeigh ‘64 was inducted
for his dedication to Saint Anthony’s as a student, faculty member and
administrator. Mrs. Philomena Clement was made an Honorary Alumna ‘14
for her dedicated service as a much-loved English teacher at both
the San Remo and South Huntington campuses of Saint Anthony’s.
Class of 2004 10-Year Reunion
On July 12th, the Class of 2004 celebrated their 10-Year Reunion at The Watermill in Smithtown. The weather was perfect for the outdoor
cocktail hour that was followed by a great night of Friar Spirit and a lot of dancing! This group was truly Classmates for Four Years, Friars Forever!
The Class of 1964, which was celebrating its 50th year, and the Class of
1974, celebrating their 40th, were very well represented. Entertainment
was provided by Good Clean Fun and the Friar Celtic Pipe Band.
We look forward to next year’s reunion! Join us – it is a great night of
Friar Spirit!
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1976
Alumni
News
Former soccer coach Tom Hayes braved
the weather and was happy to spend time
with his son Kevin Hayes ’10 at the ArmyNavy football game in Philadelphia back
in December.
1977
Alumni
Lacrosse
Game
On June 8th, 2014, the Saint Anthony’s Lacrosse
Alumni came out in force to support the Adam
Pomper Memorial Scholarship Fund and to play
with fellow Friars in our Alumni Lacrosse Game.
Many thanks to our refs, Bob Gross and John
Schroeder, to our Coaches Wieczorek, Schreiber
and Adler, Brother Chris our timekeeper and the
many Alumni volunteers who came out to make
the day a success!
Francis “Stash” Pelkowski was recently
selected for promotion to Rear Admiral in
the United States Coast Guard. He is currently
on the Faculty at SUNY Maritime. His work at
Maritime draws on his 24 years in management
ashore within the maritime industry, including
an appointment as President of a U.S. Flag
Tugboat Company. Mr. Pelkowski served
30 years in the Coast Guard Reserve. He
earned an MBA and a law degree along the
way. Congratulations, Friar!
1994
Friars doing good: Jeff Becker completed
the 2014 Boston Marathon and raised
$8,000 in the name of his classmate
Sean Bowler. Wonderful way to honor
Sean who fought ALS like a trooper.
On February 5th, 2014 Greg Thompson
and his wife Mindy were blessed with
the arrival of their little girl—Evelyn Mae
Thompson weighing 5lbs. 8ozs. and
18 inches long.
1997
Michael Cyril Creighton was nominated
for the Outer Circle Critics Award as
Outstanding Feature Actor in a Play for his
role in Stage Kiss which ran at Playwrights’
Horizons in NYC this year.
1999
Congratulations to Father Michael
Bartholomew on his appointment as
Pastor of Immaculate Conception Parish
in Westhampton.
2001
Congratulations to Michael Allen who won
his first Emmy Award in June for Outstanding
Achievement in Live and Direct to Tape Sound
Mixing for a Drama Series.
2002
Jenna Daly Noonan and her husband
Frankie are thrilled to announce the arrival
of their daughter June Josephine Noonan
on February 11th at 11:13pm. Weighing in
at a healthy 9lbs 3oz and 21.5 inches tall, the
Noonans feel extremely blessed to have this
early Valentine’s Day present in their lives.
2003
Congratulations Liz Tenety Galle and her
husband Colin on the birth of their second
son Grant Joseph Galle, born January 28th
and weighing 8 lb 3 oz, 19.5 in.
2011
Congratulations to Ryan Diviney who was
accepted into Cornell’s Masters of Industrial
and Labor Relations Program with a Dean’s
Scholarship!
2012
On December 15th, 2013, Jamel Hudson
received the 2013 Youth Community Service
Appreciation Award. The award, for Jamel’s
consistent work to educate youth and put
an end to bullying, was presented by New
York State Assemblyman Phil Ramos at the
Huntington Hilton.
Congratulations to Jimmy Mazza on his
Division I college commitment to play hockey
with the Canisius Golden Griffins.
Various
In February, some of our Alumni got together
after competing at the Molloy Invitational in
our Student Center: Anthony Forti ‘88 - SUNY
Farmingdale Coach, Travis Volpe ‘13 - St.
Thomas Aquinas, Breanna Lyn ‘13 - St. Thomas
Aquinas, Skandal Delince ’13 - Queens
College, Chris Pensa ‘13 - Queens College,
Chris Hand ‘11 - Stony Brook, Katie Gallagher
’11 - Molloy, Eric Macaluso ‘12 - Adelphi.
We’d love to hear from our alumni, including those from the Classes of 1960-1984. Please e-mail any items.
[email protected]
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In Memoriam
The Saint Anthony’s High School community extends its deepest sympathy
to the loved ones of recently deceased alumni, faculty, staff and friends.
Please remember them in your prayers.
Rosanne Callas, mother of Paul ‘97
Joseph DeMott, husband of Pam Deoquino DeMott ‘88
Thomas Dern, father of Marc Dern ‘05
Christian Eybergen, father of Christian ‘12, Ashley ‘14 and Brandon ‘15
Arthur Giorgini, father of Andrea Giorgini Racanelli ‘88
Patrick Kelly ‘74
Robert Kinney ‘91
John Lawrence ‘62
David McCann ‘87
John C. McCrudden, father of Dan ‘74 and Vincent ‘79
Brother Patrick Murphy, OSF
Frank Obremski ‘67
Mary Orr, mother of faculty member Debbie Orr Fahey
John Peters, brother of faculty member Sister Ann Julie Peters
Michael Louis Rizzi ‘10
Rose Ruland, mother of William ‘67 and Christopher ‘70
Regina Slevin, mother of Caitlin Slevin ‘08 and wife of former
faculty member Patrick Slevin
Commemorate
the Past.
Celebrate
the Present.
Inspire
the
Future.
Support the Saint Anthony’s Capital Campaign with a
personalized Threshold of Hope Legacy Brick.
John Read Smith, father of Read ‘86 and Brett ‘88
James Sutton, father of Jim ‘76, Kevin ‘77, Dennis ‘81, Peter ’86,
Brian ’91, Maureen, Kathy and Teresa and grandfather of Megan Dunn ’96,
Brendan Dunn ’97, Billy Sweeney ‘06, Danny Sweeney ‘07, and Kevin Sweeney ‘11
Angela Witter, wife of Jim Witter ‘71
Tracy Worth, mother of Delaney ‘14
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Pathway of
Champions
This beautiful promenade
will serve as the gateway
to the Stadium Field—
the Friars Field of Dreams
and Championships.
The Our
Lady of
Lourdes
Grotto
The Grotto is a place of solitude,
peace, prayer, and beauty that
graces the campus.
9/11
Memorial
Gardens
The Franciscan Brothers
and the Saint Anthony’s High
School community prayerfully
remember before Our Crucified
Lord the Alumni and Parents
lost in the World Trade Center
tragedy on September
11,CU2001.
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OC
USS
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Make Me an Instrument of Your Peace
Order Form
As part of the Facilities Master Plan, Saint Anthony’s is committed to enhancing
its campus for our students, their parents, alumni, and for the thousands of people
who visit our school. Now you can support the Threshold of Hope capital campaign and commemorate
your special bond with Saint Anthony’s with a personally engraved brick.
Yes, I/we would like to buy a brick and support the Threshold of Hope Campaign for Saint Anthony’s High School:
__4 x 8 paver: $250
__8 x 8 paver: $500
__The September 11, 2001 Memorial Garden __The Our Lady of Lourdes Grotto__The Pathway of Champions
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_ I have enclosed a check payable to Saint Anthony’s High School
email_____________________________________________________________________________________________
From May 25th to June 6th, 2014, Friar Alumni and Long Island
University pharmacy student Kevin Waite, Class of 2008, participated
in the ILEAP (International Learning Activity for Pharmacy Students)
that took him to Sierra Leone.
Please charge my gift to my: _ Visa _ Mastercard _ American Express _ Discover
Home address____________________________________________________________________________________
Name on card____________________________________________________________________________________
Kevin
Waite ’08
Card number______________________________________________________________________________________
Expiration date______________ Telephone number_____________________________________________________
To make your gift online, please visit: www.stanthonyshs.org
and click on to the development link or
for more information call
Mr. Don Corrao, Director of Development at (631) 271-2020 ext. 284.
Inscription:
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4 x 8 brick can hold three (3) lines of fourteen (14) letters each.
8 x 8 brick can hold five (5) lines of fourteen (14) letters each.
All messages are subject to Saint Anthony’s approval.
Kevin and two other pharmacy students traveled with Clinical Pharmacist
Dr. Susanna Gim in order to bring much needed medical supplies and
instruction to local nursing staff, students, pharmacists and community
health workers concerning the risks of life threatening allergic reactions
associated with medication use. The group also provided life saving
medications to help manage reactions to various medications.
The trip did have its difficulties. Kevin explains that often he and his
fellow students had to keep very open minds to the differences in
care that they encountered. Kevin said, “Certain diagnostic luxuries
that we have in the United States are unheard of in Sierra Leone. This
forces clinicians in that region to change their approach in ways that,
at times, seem boldly unorthodox to us.” Ultimately, the group was
able to adapt to the differing approaches and help the clinicians in
their tasks.
Kevin is a fine example of Friars who continue to serve those less
fortunate and we are very proud of his work! He is an instrument
of God’s peace.
Example: Joseph Mulligan
Class of 1980
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National Spotlight
on Maggie Bill ’13
Scholar Athlete and Role
Model Extraordinaire
Joe Percival ’14 received quite a surprise and
going away present before leaving to start
his collegiate career at Princeton University
when he was named as the recipient and
“perfect choice” for Newsday’s first
Marcus A. Henry Award.
The award is named for Newsday sports
reporter Marcus A. Henry, a man who shared
his deep love for sports, but was also a staunch
community leader and a dedicated journalist.
Mr. Henry passed away in April.
Coming off an incredible freshman year at the University of North Carolina
(UNC Chapel Hill) where she played an integral role in the Tar Heels reaching
the quarterfinals of the NCAA tournament in both soccer and lacrosse, Maggie
Bill was named to the United States Women’s Lacrosse Team.
For those who had the privilege of playing with her or watching her play while
she wore the Black & Gold, her success at the collegiate level comes as no
surprise. While at Saint Anthony’s she was a three-sport student athlete for
most of her high school career and she led her teams to many League and State
Championships. Her abilities, talent, and sense of team first served her well as
she earned several All-American and Most Valuable Player honors and awards.
Having earned a roster spot on the national team in June, Maggie and her
teammates will begin preparing for the 2017 Senior Women’s World Cup
to be held in England.
Joe made his mark at Saint Anthony’s in the
classroom, on the football field and on the
track. A fierce competitor at every endeavor,
Joe was a first team Newsday All-Long Island
football selection, and was feared by opposing
teams as a defensive end for the Friars.
Princeton has different things in mind and
hopes that Joe will wreak havoc for the Tigers
as a linebacker.
Last Spring, Joe’s speed and quickness paid
huge dividends for the Friars as he took first
place in the CHSAA League Championships
in the 100, 200, and 4x100 meters. While at
Saint Anthony’s Joe was also a member of the
National Honor Society, played the piano in
the Saint Anthony’s Band and made the time
to perform countless hours of community
service, most notably as a youth minister at
the Bread of Life Church in Wyandanch.
More important than all the awards
and accolades is the fact that Joe is an
extraordinary young man whose maturity
is well beyond his years. He is a loving son
and brother who possesses a deep faith and
knows and values the importance of family.
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All Americans
Congratulations to the following students who have been named
All-Americans in their respective sports this past school year:
Kasey Behr – Lacrosse
J.T. Caputo - Lacrosse (Academic All-American)
Justin Carfora – Soccer
Erica Swartwout – Swimming (Academic All-American)
Congratulations, also, to Erica Swartwout on being selected for the
National Team for the 2014 World Rowing Junior Championships
which took place in Hamburg, Germany in August.
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Bright
Futures
Ahead
Saint Anthony’s student athletes continue to succeed both on and off the field. Pictured are some
of those as they sign with the college or university they will be attending in September.
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Jennifer Duffy
Tufts University
John McMullin
Johns Hopkins University
Victor Morales
Sacred Heart University
Mozai Nelson
University of Maine
Steven Fletcher
Princeton University
Robert Fuentes
University of Chicago
Patricia Hanley
Binghamton University
Michael Russo
Hamilton College
Michelle Santangelo
Johns Hopkins University
Darryl Singleton
Florida International University
Erin Hughes
Villanova University
Stephanie Leo
Fordham University
Emily Lukas
Manhattan College
Michelangelo Sini
Adelphi University
Joseph Sotomayor
Villanova University
Joshua Weiss
Siena College
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2013-14
Championship
Teams
Congratulations to the following varsity teams on their
championships this past school year! Go Friars!
Girls Winter Track - Intersectional
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Boys Soccer – State
Girls Swimming - State
Football - League
Girls Cross Country - Intersectional
Girls Volleyball - League
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Girls Spring Track – Intersectional
Boys Spring Track – Intersectional
Hockey – League
Girls Lacrosse - League
Boys Winter Track – League
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Girls Basketball – State
Wrestling – State
Girls Golf – League
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Athletic Sponsorship Program
As an Athletic Sponsor, you will be investing in the student athletes of Saint Anthony’s High School. Our
student athletes continue to achieve great team and individual accolades on and off the field of competition.
Saint Anthony’s has been selected by Sports Illustrated as one of the nation’s Top 50 athletic programs and
the #1 athletic program in New York State. Congratulations to all the student athletes and coaches!
Amityville Heart Center
Andreassi Family
Arpino & Associates
Austin J. Lee ‘07
Barnett Family
Barnoski Family
Beach Family
Belli Construction
Bereck Family
Botto Mechanical
Buonaiuto Family
Busuttil Family
Byrnes Family
Carfora Family
Carletto Family
Cassiere Family
Cirocco Family
Claudia A. Lee ‘09
Colasacco Family
Commack Abbey, Inc.
Conroy Family
Corrao Family
Creighton Family
Cunningham Family
Desmond O’Sullivan
East Northport Physical Therapy
Efstathiou Family
Elite Sports Medicine
Farrell Family
Ferrando Family
Finegan Family
Fioretti Family
Fiorvanti Family
Florida Atlantic University/Dr. James
Riordan ‘78
Fracchia Family
Freeman Family
Gamba Family
Garage Eatery
Garofalo Family
Gene Family
Genova Family
Gentile Family
Giunta’s Meat Farms
Glacéau Smartwater
Glacéau Vitaminwater
Gregor Commercial Contracting
Guarino Family
Haffel Family
Heagerty Family
Hickey Family
Huntington Jeep/Chrysler/Hyundai
Jafri Family
Jefferson Medical Surgery, PC
Katz Family
Keith Johnson ‘95
Kenneth Peters Center for Recovery
Kitt Family
Kneessy Family
Kreider Family
Leamey Family
Lesser-Strakhov Family
Lomenzo Family
Long Island Bone & Joint
Lyons Family
Mangino Family
Master Mechanical Corp.
McDonagh Family
Meeting Matters, Inc.
Meyer Family
Meyer, Suozzi, English & Klein, P.C.
Michalek Family
Molloy College
Murphy Family
Nastasi Family
Nicolia Family
Three-Year Sponsorship | $2,500
Two-Year Sponsorship | $1,500
One-Year Sponsorship | $750
To become an Athletic Sponsor, please call:
Don A. Corrao
Director of Development
(631) 271-2020 ext. 284
[email protected]
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Nicolock Paving Stones
O’Brien Family
Orent Family
Ottimo Family
Pepsi
Phelan Family
Pomodorino Restaurant
Pomper Family
Poppy Mangino
Port Jefferson Sporting Goods
Pruden Family
Puglia Family
Puzo Family
Ray O’Connor Photography
Raymond Mascolo, DDS/Thomas
Mascolo DMD
Reale Family
Rigole Family
Riverhead Building Supply
Rosica Family
Russell Family
Russo, Karl, Widmaier & Cordano PLLC
Schietinger Family
Schillig Family
Schmitt Family
Segreto Family
Simeone Family
Sledge Family
Sotomayor Family
South Shore Office Products
St. Hugh-St. Elizabeth Baseball League, Inc.
State Farm/Simeone
Steinert Family
Sunrise Toyota
Tewksbury Family
Thompson Family
Walton Family
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Brother Gary Cregan, O.S.F.
Principal
Brother Robert Gabriel, O.S.F.
Dean of Faculty
Director of Studies
Brother Joshua DiMauro, O.S.F.
Assistant Principal
Dean of Student Activities
Prefect of Discipline for Freshmen
Mr. Robert Arrigo
Assistant Principal
Dean of Men
Dr. Christina D. Buehler ’90
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Dean of Women
2014-2015 Board of Trustees
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November 28, 2014
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June 5, 2015
Graduation Mass
June 6, 2015
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June 13, 2015
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