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HALL OF FAME“Over the years, it has become a way for us to help the athletics program and encourage alumni to returnto the school family,” Swanson said.In addition, Swanson and the Tail Power crew helped with building the new Bergstrom Fitness Center, fromdemolition to installing floors, lights and equipment, honoring former football coach, Physical Educationteacher, and Marian Hall of Famer Bob Bergstrom.In 1999, Swanson completed his graduate degree in Occupational Safety with honors, which he utilizes inhis current position as Safety Director/Risk Manager for Meade Electric.For Swanson, coaching is a year-round commitment, scouting on weekends, going over game tapes, beingin the weight room and running sports camps during the summer.Swanson and his wife live in Chicago Heights with their two children, Patrick and Reilly Jo. Patrick is astudent at Marian Catholic and Swanson is the Athletic Board President at his parish, Infant Jesus of Praguein Flossmoor, where Stacey teaches and Reilly Jo is a student.FINE ARTS ACHIEVEMENT DR. ADAM BRENNAN ’82From a young age, Dr. Adam Brennan ’82 had set his sites on joining the military and following in his olderbrother’s footsteps. But all that changed on the very first day of band practice at Marian Catholic High School.“I knew from the first time that I saw Greg Bimm (MCHS Band Director) that I was going to be a banddirector,” Brennan said. “The very first day that I watched him conduct and saw how he got the sound outof the musicians, well, it was just inspiring.”That inspiration led Brennan to become one of the East Coast’s influential band directors. Today, heis Director of Bands at Mansfield University in Pennsylvania, where he conducts the top wind ensemble,writes all musical arrangements and coordinates the staff of the marching band, and serves as coordinator ofundergraduate and graduate instrumental conducting.Brennan has recorded numerous compact discs with the Mansfield University Bands, including one withthe world premiere of Brennan’s composition for band entitled Tenebrae (Dark Hours), American Portraits,Concord!, North Central Winds, Resonance, and Sun and Shade.He started his career as Director of Bands at Kankakee Valley High School in Wheatfield, Indiana, thenjoined Western Illinois University as Associate Director of Bands before his tenure at Mansfield. He receivedhis doctorate in musical arts instrumental conducting in 2000.The youngest of seven children, who all attended Marian Catholic, Brennan found his second home at Marian.“I spent every waking moment I could when I wasn’t in class in that band room, being there hours early and making a pest out of myself to Greg,”Brennan said.Although he credits his parents for their influence on his life, Brennan said the impact of Marian Catholic has to be described as a spiritual one.“That connection to God and the importance of God in my life has never left me. Being a teacher for 25 yearshas given me a deep appreciation for the Catholic education that I received. The religious foundation and therelationship with God have been very, very important to who I am,” Brennan said.Dr. Brennan has also served as the percussion ensemble arranger and pit ensemble consultant for theWorld Champion Empire Statesmen Drum and Bugle Corps, and was caption head of the DCI Class-A 60Champion Northmen Drum and Bugle Corps. He is the Musical Director of America’s Ensembles and wasthe artistic director and arranger of the International Marine Tattoo of Rochester, New York. He is twice apast president of the Pennsylvania Collegiate Bandmaster’s Association and has been involved in 12 worldpremieres at Mansfield University. In 2007, he was inducted to the prestigious American Bandmaster’sAssociation. He continues an active career as a composer, conductor and percussionist-performer.His professional memberships include the College Band Director’s National Association, the MusicEducator’s National Conference and the Pennsylvania Music Educator’s Association, Phi Mu Alpha SinfoniaNational Music Fraternity, Tau Beta Sigma and Kappa Kappa Psi Band Fraternities (honorary member), andthe Autism Society of America.Brennan and his wife, Kate, live in Wellsboro, Pennsylvania with their three children, Max, Ian, andMaggie and are members of St. Peter’s Catholic Church in Wellsboro.SPIRIT OF MARIAN SR. DOROTHY MARIE SOLAK, O.P.Fine Arts AchievementDr. Adam Brennan ’82Wellsboro, PennsylvaniaDirector of Bands, Mansfield UniversityThis award honors the achievements ofan alumna/alumnus or staff memberin the Fine Arts – drama, art, music,broadcasting and choral. A nomineeshould have achieved a high level orrecognition in his/her particular field.Sr. Dorothy Marie Solak, O.P., may be short in stature but she is long in energy. She says she draws thatenergy from the students at Marian Catholic High School.“Marian kids are special,” Sr. Dorothy said. “I can love kids wherever I am, but it really is the Mariankids who are so special. They are happy to be here, and I think that is because of the Marian environment,because of the caring community.”Sr. Dorothy is a huge part of that caring community. If she is not scheduled to feed the homeless at a localshelter, Sr. Dorothy will attend any Marian athletic competition or performance when able. When she isn’tin the stands or seats cheering students on, she can be found outside selling spirit wear, rain or shine.“I go to as many activities as I can because the kids like to know that we are there, rooting for them andinterested in their activities,” she said.Sr. Dorothy grew up on the far northwest side of Chicago before she attended the University of Michiganwhere she graduated with an undergraduate and masters in history. After her graduation, she taught in the3Continued on page 4Spirit of MarianSr. Dorothy Marie Solak, O.P.Chicago Heights, IllinoisDirector of Recruitment,Marian Catholic High SchoolThis award honors an alumna/alumnus,staff member or friend of Marian, whobest exemplifies the Dominican traditionsof unselfish service to others andoutstanding contribution to Marian,his/her community, or church.

Hall of Fame continued...Chicago Public School system for two years before she entered the Dominican Sisters of Springfield community in 1976.She then was assigned to several grade schools and was named administrator of the order’s retreat center in Springfield before she came to Marianin 1994. She started helping in the administrative offices at MCHS, but then was asked to take on the role of Recruitment Director, a job she hassince held.“As Recruitment Director, it is my job to make sure that prospective students have a good idea of what the school is all about: academics, athletics,fine arts, clubs and organizations and our leadership program,” she said.Sr. Dorothy makes personal visits to Catholic grade schools and attends as many high school fairs as possible. Her territory covers 75 different zipcodes, including Indiana.“I think because I love what I am doing, it is easy to be successful at it,” Sr. Dorothy explained.Sister is also the Service Club moderator, organizer, and chaperone for yearly Appalachia mission trips, a leader at Operation Snowball, and one ofthe fencing coaches at Marian.“Sr. Dorothy Marie does so much for the Marian community, yet makes the heavy and complex workload she carries appear simple and easilyachievable,” said MCHS Board President Michelle Feldner Lancaster ’77. “She brings smiles to everyone, makes those around her strive to be betterjust because they are in her presence, always makes time for anyone who needs her, and is dedicated and committed to the mission of Marian CatholicHigh School…she embodies the Spirit of Marian.”Students are drawn to her and each is treated with respect and compassion.“Because of my interactions with the students, I have more hope and faith in the future,” Sr. Dorothy said. “I find the students to be serviceoriented, academically oriented, kind to each other, and they have a good rapport with the adults in their lives, especially their teachers.”Sr. Dorothy lives in the convent at Marian Catholic High School with her fellow Dominican Sisters of Springfield. However, because of her passionfor the Michigan Wolverines, she can often be found on the other side of the convent when the other Sisters are watching a Notre Dame game.ALUMNI HOMECOMINGWEEKEND 2011Mark your calendar forAlumni Gathering &Reunions!To better serve the needs of our Alumni who flock backto Marian Catholic for both the Alumni HomecomingGathering and the formal class reunions, the Alumni Officewill be moving these events from the school’s traditionalhomecoming weekend and create its ownAlumni Homecoming Weekend on Oct. 14 and 15.Please join us for theMarian Catholic High SchoolHall of Fame Awards DinnerAs we Acknowledge and CelebrateMike GoldrickFor his 50 Years of Service to theMarian Catholic CommunitySee back cover for reservations.Teacher, Coach, and Dean to thousands of“Scholars with a Soul.”“This provides us with an opportunity for the entirecommunity to concentrate on our alumni,” said Carol BurkeSwanson ’81, Director of Alumni Relations. “In the past ourclass reunions had to share the school with the 1,100 studentswho attend their Homecoming Dance in the West Gym. Byseparating the events, we will have more resources to devote toour Alumni, making it a more special weekend.”The weekend will begin with the traditional AlumniHomecoming Gathering on Friday, Oct. 14, after the footballgame (MCHS vs. Notre Dame) with doors opening at halftimefor the Class of 2006 complimentary Class Reunion.The formal reunions for the Classes of 1966, 1971, 1976,1981, 1991, and 2002 will be held in the Sr. M. PaulMcCaughey O.P. Leadership Center on Saturday, Oct. 15.If you are interested in serving on your class reunioncommittee, please contact Carol Burke Swanson(708) 756-9775 or cswanson@marianchs.com.4

LAUNCH of the 2010-2011 MARIAN FUNDEveryone knows that providing a student with a quality Catholiceducation takes an enormous amount of commitment: commitmentof faculty and staff; commitment of families, who make sacrificesto be able to afford tuition; commitment of the Board of Directors,Dominican Sisters, and administration to ensure that students receivethe absolute best Catholic education available; and commitment of thestudents themselves, who are self-motivated and determined to exceland succeed.Even when all this commitment works in complete harmony, therestill remains a gap between what tuition covers and what this qualityCatholic college-prep education actually costs.The Marian Fund is essential to bridge the financial gap. We used torefer to the Marian Fund as the Marian Annual Fund, but the word“Annual” implies once a year. Just as in a calendar year from January toDecember, Marian’s fiscal year from July to June, includes 365 days ofopportunities to support the Marian Catholic educational mission. Thereare nine unique programs of giving to the Marian Fund, and donorsoften elect to participate in more than one program throughout the year:Unrestricted GiftsRestricted (designated) GiftsStudent Calendar DriveSr. Simeon Fund for Tuition AidAlumni & Parent PhonathonsParent Pledge ProgramMemorial & Honorarium ProgramsAlumni Reunions & EventsBuy-A-BrickDetailed information about each of these programs is on the Marianwebsite, www.marianchs.com (click on Advancement). The three areasof concentration this year are Unrestricted Gifts, The Sr. Simeon Fund,and Campus Enhancement.There are almost as many ways to participate as there are uniqueprograms. From special mailings to emails, to newsletter notifications,and Phonathon calls from students and parents, the Marian communitycan pledge or gift online, through the mail, over the phone, and now, byelectronic transfer of funds. The case to support MCHS remains strong,the careful stewardship of gifts is ever present, and the opportunities togive have been made easier.You are sure to find an avenue for giving that is best suited to yourindividual preferences. Perhaps a Student Calendar, a Phonathon pledgeand a memorial/honorarium or two? Maybe a brick to commemorateyour student’s graduation, and a gift to The Sr. Simeon Fund to helpother qualified students in financial distress? Or, perhaps attendingalumni events and participating in a class gift is more to your liking.As the fundraising division of the Marian Catholic community, theAdvancement Department is a group of dedicated professionals whoare committed to researching and implementing timely fundinginitiatives matching financial resources with school needs, preservingthe high standards of a Marian Catholic education for generations tocome. Through special relationships, careful database management,extensive Alumni programs, events, and opportunities, targetedfundraising, and prolific public relations and marketing, MarianCatholic is committed to remain the premier choice for Catholiceducation in the Chicago Southland.Todd Toborg ’88participates in the“Graduation YearGiving” program bymaking a first-time giftof $19.88 to the MarianFund online.Joe Boesen ’05 makeshis Marian Fund pledgefrom his cubicle atwork. “Online givingmakes it really easyto do my part for theMarian Fund,” heremarked. “Everyoneshould try it!”MCHS & Friends Alumni in DCPost-tour, alumni and friends gathered fora reception and brief remarks from schoolrepresentatives and committee host, ChrisMcDonnell ’01, who reiterated that asalumni find their place in the DC area and inlife, they should also “find their place” withinthe Alumni Association.“Find your place in staying connected withthe Marian community,” McDonnell urged.“Whether it’s simply sharing your informationso that you can stay updated with all thehappenings in the Marian community,volunteering to help organize a reunionor even happy hour with fellow alums,agreeing to share your career progressions andadvice with a current student, or making acommitment to give annually to the MarianFund–find your place in being involved,so we can help ensure that future Marianstudents continue to have similar exceptionalexperiences.”Memories were recalled, friendships reignited,and new ones made. Below are just a few ofthe comments from the evening’s attendees.“The alumni event at the Newseum was awonderful evening. The venue was amazingand the company was even better. I was ableto reconnect with friends with whom I’d losttouch, as well as discover new connections. Itwas suddenly like having a little piece of homeright here in Washington.” Joanna Fee ’96.“It was wonderful to meet many Marianalumni, each person more accomplished thanthe next. It truly says that our Midwest values,along with our Catholic education at Marian5continued from page 1have served us well!”Thomas ’77 andJanice (Merlo) ’78 Call.“I had no idea the Marianfamily had such a strongpresence in our nation’scapital. I was veryimpressed to hear fellowalumni share their storiesof success and adventure,all attributable to their years at MCHS.”Bryan Klopack ’02.Molly V. Strzelecki is a 1997 graduate ofMCHS. She lives in Washington, DC, andworks as a senior editor for a health careassociation.

Marian SweetheartsThrough Forty-Plus YearsHer sparkling blue eyes say more in a flash than many peopleverbalize in minutes of talking. With a special valve placed in her trachtube and by taking a deep breath, Christine (Kowalsky) Murphy ’70speaks in short phrases, answering questions and helping spark thememory of husband Mike Murphy ’70.Sweethearts since their junior year at Marian, the couple went tohomecomings, turnabouts, and proms, making the most of their highschool experience. Mike went to Knox College in west central Illinois,and Chrissey went to Northern Illinois University. Long before cellphones, the couple kept in touch via long distance phone calls, and eachoccasionally hitch-hiked from one campus to the other to visit. WhenMike was a senior, he got an old car and the trips became less risky.“It was really no big deal back then,” said Mike. “Hitch-hikingwas how everyone got from place to place when they didn’t have a car,right, honey?” He patted her hand gently and she nodded incomplete agreement.Marriage came next for the grads in September of 1974, just as bothwere beginning their careers. Mike started at IBM, where today heis a Sales Manager in the Global Services group. Teaching jobs werescarce for elementary education majors in 1974, so Chrissey became acopy editor for Encyclopedia Britannica. They lived in Evanston for atime, enjoying the city life, and moved to Park Forest before startingtheir family. Daughter Jenny ’00 was born in 1982 and life seemedcompletely normal for a time.Then, the strange and non-specific symptoms began.Chrissey would stumble occasionally for no apparent reason, andwould sometimes drop things unexpectedly. Explained away due to ahectic, tiring lifestyle and caring for a grade-schooler, it wasn’t untilthe symptoms became more and more pervasive that medical attentionwas sought.When the diagnosis of Multiple Sclerosis (MS) came in 1988, thesweethearts knew they were in for some difficult times ahead, butneither imagined how the disease would ravage the body of the vibrant,energetic young mother.With MS, the nerves of the brain and spinal cord are damaged by one’sown immune system, resulting in loss of muscle control, vision, balance,and sensation. -Web MDNow living in a handicapped accessible, ranch style home in Crete,the couple cherishes their time together.“These days, every effort is made to enhance Chrissey’s quality oflife, not to try every experimental drug or therapy that comes along,”says Mike. “We’ve been through so many ups and downs, promises anddisappointments with this disease. We’ve learned that by holding ontoour faith and our love for each other, we’ll make it through together.”Chrissey’s typical day includes monitoring her vitals, receivingnutrition and medication through a feeding tube surgically placed intoher stomach, and various other procedures to address pressure ulcers.Preventing infection is the main concern, as any opening can becomethe gateway for life-threatening complications.She gets up every day to spend a few hours with her mother. Theyread novels, look at magazines and play board games.She likes to watch Good Morning America, Oprah and The Viewin the morning, but also keeps a keen eye on the multiple bird feedersjust outside the dining room window. Mike has set up a home officeat the end of the dining room table, and spends as much time withChrissey as possible.Although watching his partner physically deteriorate, Mike still feelsthat, as a couple, they are truly lucky.“We have friends who have gone through divorce, others whohave lost loved ones, and some who have children that struggle withafflictions. We are very fortunate to have each other, a wonderfuldaughter, and a close family,” he said.Mike has been a member of the Marian Catholic Endowment GolfClassic Committee for a number of years and attends alumni eventswhen he can. He made it to the Class of 1970 reunion in September,where classmates “signedChrissey’s yearbook” withfond memories and wordsof encouragement sinceshe was unable to be therein person.The Marian family hasmeant a lot to both Mikeand Chrissey. It was wherethey began their journeytogether. It also gave themboth a great education andreinforced their faith inGod. Marian continues tobe a source of joy, as oldMCHS friends contactthem through cards, theinternet, and visits.6

GOLFMarian juniors and co-MVPs Bree Veazey and Sylvie Brick led the women’s golfteam to a sixth place finish at the Class AA IHSA State Tournament.MCHS HIGHLIGHTSFOOTBALLJunior tailback Jeruel Taylor helped lead the Marian football team to a 7-3 overallrecord, second place in the East Suburban Catholic Conference and a fourthIHSA Playoff appearance in the last five years.TENNISFreshman Gaby Rosalesqualified for theIHSA State Tennistournament, posting a3-2 record atthe state tourney.MARIAN CATHOLIC MARCHING SPARTANS NOTCH31ST CONSECUTIVE STATE CHAMPIONSHIP.The band was named overall champion from among 40 Illinois marchingbands. At Bands of America Grand Nationals, the band placed7th overall and first in their class.Ten Marian Seniors signed National Letters of Intent- seated, from left: Briana Clark,Softball (University of Inianapolis), Shawna Sadler, Softball (Western Kentucky), Alexis DiGiovanni,Lacrosse (Augustana), Barbara Jean Vega, Lacrosse (Augustana); back, from left:Hannah Conway, Lacrosse (Adrian College), Becca Gray, Softball (SIU-Edwardsville), Rachel Glenn,Softball (Missouri Science and Technology), Jasmine Matthews, Basketball (Bowling Green),Simone Law, Basketball (Loyola University) and Jamie Johnson, Basketball (Lewis University).7

Editor’s Note: Mallory Eggert ’09 went on a mission trip to Haiti after the devastating earthquake earlier thisyear. The following is a letter from Mallory to her friends and family who generously showed their support by contributingitems for the journey. Mallory is currently a sophomore at St. Louis University, and plays on the Women’s Basketball team.Hello Everybody!!I hope you had a fabulous Fourth of July, I know I did!I am obviously back from Haiti, safe and healthy. It was atremendous trip and I enjoyed every minute of it! I plan onmaking it an annual adventure. Thank you all for your prayers,thoughts, and donations. The kids absolutely loved the coloringbooks and crayons. We colored just about every day. The soapscame at just the right time because they seemed to be runningout. The boys and girls loved the flip flops and really neededthem because some were shoeless. The kids ate up all ourgranola bars and nuts; they thought they were delicious. Withall the stuff we brought it was like Christmas, probably evenmore. Their teacher, Emmanuel, loved the new school supplies.All the money donated will be used to purchase a greatly needed swing set. The swing set will be used by allthe kids. The little girls were in heaven with all the hair doo-dads. They all wanted their hair done. Thank youso much for your contributions, they most definitely did not go unappreciated!Haiti, for the most part, was exactly how I expected it to look. The streets were unpaved, some peoplelived in tents made from all kinds of material, but you would have never known that they had justexperienced a devastating disaster. All the people were in high spirits and loved life. The culture there ismuch different than ours. For them everything is about sharing and paying it forward. They care moreabout giving than having. At the orphanage the children shared everything…even lollipops! The kidsalways offered what they had to us.I basically played with kids from 7am to 9pm every day. They were so much fun! A few days we wentto a different orphanage called Mother Theresa’s. There we held and fed sick babies and kids. These werethe best and hardest days. After one encounter I couldn’t bring myself to eat for a day and a half. Somebabies were so sick and little that I was afraid I was going to break them if I picked them up. MotherTheresa’s got hit pretty bad by the earthquake. About 100 kids were living in tents. Every kid just wantedto be held and loved, so that is exactly what we did. We were energetic and showered them with lovefrom sun up to sun down. You had no choice but to pick up two babies at once and then have at leastone by your feet because you couldn’t bear the screams. They just clung onto you with all the strengththey had left. Their cries broke my heart but when they smiled all the pieces were put right back wherethey belonged!That is just a little news from my trip and a few of my favorite pictures. Thanks for everything!Love,MalloryBUY-A-BRICKThere are many ways to honor someone in the Marian family, but one of the most enduringways is with an inscribed brick in the Legacy Walkway outside the West Gym. For a graduate, asa memorial, or to honor entire families, inscribed bricks become a lasting tribute.Great Gift IdeaThe Buy-a-Brick Program allows everyone an opportunity to participate at the low cost of $100.($75 is tax deductible)If you would like to Buy-a-Brick, please call Kathy Dalton in the Advancement Office(708) 756-9441 or email kdalton@marianchs.com.ORDER NOW!To be included in the next round of inscribed bricks placed in time for May 2011 graduation,brick orders must be received by February 14, 2011!8

Alumni Focus GroupsMARIAN CATHOLICALUMNIA S S O C I A T I O NClosing ReportOver the course of three evenings, more than 50 alums participated inthe Alumni Focus Groups. While the meetings were held at MarianCatholic, the reach was national as alums across the country alsoparticipated via teleconferencing.The purpose of the Alumni Focus Group study was to review currentefforts, to understand, evaluate, and propose ways to strengthenand redefine the Alumni Relations and Advancement programs.More specifically, they focused and reviewed four areas: AlumniAssociation, Hall of Fame, Off-Site Networking, Publications and FundDevelopment. Two meetings were held to discuss the main topics. Acore group then met to go over each group’s top priorities to determinethe main objectives listed here.Marian Catholic has a base of alumni who, when called upon, aregenerous with their time, talents and treasure with evidence that thereare “more in the wings” who would be receptive to involvement inalumni programs in partnership with the Alumni Relations Office atMarian Catholic High School.Items identified as focus for Alumni Relations:• Engage Alumni• Reintroduce Alumni Association• Link Class Representatives to Alumni Association andHall of Fame• Host Alumni Gatherings to promote the common Marianbond with a benefit to the school; friend-raising, fund-raising,and student mentoring• Add new dimensions to Marian Matters and AlumniPublications• Reflect the need to implement technology, including socialnetworking, to the communication mixThe thousands of students touched by the Dominican Pillars throughthe past 50 years are one of Marian Catholic’s assets and treasures. TheAlumni Focus Groups have set the stage for reaching out to our alumnito further engage them and connect them to the school community.Alumni AssociationThe Marian Catholic Alumni Association will be the centerpieceof the Alumni Relations program bringing alumni together ina structured environment. However, the program needs to bejumpstarted with renewed leadership, adding class representativesfrom graduation years and affinity groups. In addition, makingthe transition from MCHS student to alum is essential. It remainscertain that an authentic relationship, sensitive to the needs andinterests of our alumni, takes time to discern, cultivate and grow.1. Structure of Group• Group structure will continue to be:o Presidento Vice-Presidento Class RepresentativesThe role of Class Representative was discussed.• One CR for each class invited and appointedby committee• Add Affinity Groups, i.e. football champs, band,choir representatives• Act as the go-to person for their class/group• Charged by the Executive Committee to spreadthe word• Put out the word to meet as a whole2. Reintroduction of the Alumni Association• Intent of Alumni Associationo Socialo Offer more opportunities for Alumni to do something/connect i.e. off campus events such as Sox/Cubs gameFocus Group Committee:June Ranieri Cleary ’75, Eileen Gallagher Daw ’78, Joe Hamann ’79, Joe Leemans ’85,Kevin Marvinac ’05, Colleen O’Neill Ranieri ’83, John Schumake ’74, Judy Welsh ’68, Jen Ziltz ’89o Offer more altruistic opportunities in the school to helpthe students – even one on oneo Offer more events – small and large – for alumni togather and participate like Marian Madness and Alumniannual fundraisingo Cultivate Class Representatives• Increase/Jump Start Involvemento Consider everyone a member of the AA – Use “Welcometo OUR organization”o Place article in Fall/2010 issue of Marian Matterso Have information about and define roles for peopleto viewo Invite people to be officerso Invite people to get involved with the AA – sometimes apersonal invitation is all that is neededo Have a Reintroduction Party at the AlumniHomecoming Gatheringo Have Power Point’s running on the screenso Have an Alumni Association Meeting after Homecomingo Market the association via Marian Matters, email blast,Facebook, etc.o Have information and sign-up sheets at all eventso Distribute T-Shirts/Decals/Alumni Pins9

MARIAN CATHOLICALUMNIA S S O C I A T I O NHall of FameThe focus of the Hall of Fame will shift from an event sponsored bythe Marian Catholic Alumni Association to an event hosted by theMarian Catholic High School Community. Renamed the MarianCatholic Hall of Fame, the event will better represent the recipientsof the award – alumni, friends of Marian and Marian staff. Thenominee selection will be broadened by the additional use of ClassRepresentatives who will help feed them into the pool of nominations.1. The Alumni Hall of Fame actually will be known asthe Marian Catholic Hall of Fame inasmuch as not allnominees/awardees are alum2. Use alumni class representatives to ask their class forrecommendationsOff-Site NetworkingPublicationsFocus Group Committee:Joe Christofanelli ’80, Laura Willard Doyle ’89, Lou Giannini ’82, Jim McAteer ’89, Kathy Stocker Michels ’81,Jill Martin Raymond ’83, Kathy Skagerberg ’71, Dwight Snow ’87, Joe Zagone ’74, Ed Ziltz ’80There is a draw to coming together with one affinity – as graduatesof Marian Catholic High School – and the best way to do that isthrough hosted events for Marian alumni. In addition to addinggatherings with specific purposes, i.e., networking, it is alsoimportant to come together for leisure events. The purpose shouldalways remain the same; benefit the school through fundraising orfriend-raising while giving alumni an opportunity to continue theMarian bond.1. Host one big annual networking event i.e. Chicago MetroGathering• Expand the social aspects and have a speaker/purpose such asNetworking and promote the benefit to alums especially theyounger alums• Chairs/Committees will do planningCreating an engaging link between Marian Catholic and our alumniand friends is imperative and one of our tools is the publication MarianMatters. By fine tuning the publication to make it more attractiveto read, the goal is to draw in more readers who are attentive to itscontent. However, new dimensions will be added to our communication;emails, technology based video messages, communicating through socialmedia, and Marian’s web page will be utilized.1. Marian Matters• Continue hard copy publication with attention to layout –less text, more pictures• More feature articles• Add Marian grads in the military• Memorials – keep to Marian grads & faculty• Survey of how to receive Marian Matterso On-lineo Hardcopy3. Consider nominee questionnaire when they getnominated or follow a consistent vetting process witheach nominee4. Consider guest speakers i.e. faculty/staff member,alum, or other significant person5. Continue with Pillar Awards which can be givenevery five years or so, and honored at the HOF unlessanother venue more appropriateFocus Group Committee:Byron Anderson ’79, John Badeusz ’79, Carla Cortes ’81, Brian Driscoll ’79, Bob Jones ’79,Jerry McIlvain ’75, Chris Ormsby ’93, Mario Pierre-Jerome ’84, Shannon Reidy ’90, Chris Rohaly ’79102. Host other events in Chicago or other cities for social gathering• Purchase group seats and go to Cubs or Sox games in town ortravel to neighboring cities• Plan a party at a bar in Milwaukee when Cubs are playingMilwaukee Brewers3. Event should eventually to benefit the school in some way• Friend raising• Income• Student mentoring4. Alumni Association Reps – Class Reps• Develop strong leaders who can act as chairs of eventsFocus Group Committee:Mary Cassidy ’86, Jim Dee ’80, Laura Weeden Doyle ’89, Bill Eberhardt ’79, Mary Kate Gergel ’03,Patty Krop Glomb ’82, Michelle Feldner Lancaster ’77, Steve Tortorello ’042. Interact with all Electronic Mediums• Marian’s webpage videos and linkso Expando Monitor• Utilize Facebook page for news and links to MCHSwebsite information3. Class Reps• Alumni Association information resource• Point Person for class news which will bridge the info loopbetween classmates & alumni office• Serve for 2-3 years• Use as source to share news/potential stories forMarian Matters

MARIAN CATHOLICALUMNIA S S O C I A T I O NFund DevelopmentSponsored by the Dominican Sisters of Springfield, IL, it is believedthat attending Marian is a privilege for the students whose familieshave demonstrated their commitment to Catholic education and asalumni they carry the legacy into the world. Therefore, we have amission that we must aggressively fund.1. Engage AlumniReconnect with the Disconnects• Establish the Alumni Association• Expand Affinity Groups• Strategically segment alumni contacts• Expand Regional Alumni Gatherings• Continue Alumni & Friends Travel• Record cell phone numbers for future contact2. Foster Institutional Memory• Create mentoring and interactive social opportunities betweenstudents and alumni• Give keepsakes of student life; e.g. black & gold cross similarto Kairos. Alumni pin and pinning ceremony helps bridgealum connection.• Use nostalgia and “Remember Where You Came From” incommunications• Incorporate Leadership Training that emphasizes roots andlifetime philanthropy to current MCHS students• Facilitate alumni “direct contact” with faculty, Sisters,coaches, directors, etc.Class Representative Job DescriptionFocus Group Committee:Mike Bruni ’86, Bill Butcher ’83, Charlie Gallagher ’77, Carlo Gozzi ’00, Peter Kroner ’05,Afam Onyema ’97, Angie Costello Rizzi ’833. Build the Culture of Giving - Fund the Mission• Make it easy to give• Stay on message• Recruit and promote alumni led annual giving by classand reunion• Introduce a peer-to-peer program of student and youngalumni giving that starts as a freshman• Promote Planned Giving to appropriate classes4. Direct Technology to Constituents• Segment by affinity• Increase use of contemporary technologies/media• Expand electronic solicitation• Promote On-line Giving• Employ video/DVD, electronic media and internet socialnetworking proportionately• Post or email 2-minute videos by interest or affinity• Produce student/alum video stories with trailer that asks foran investment to MCHS/ & e-mailWhat does an Alumni Association Representative do?Throughout the Alumni Focus Group discussion, two factors rose to the top in importance: jumpstart the MarianCatholic Alumni Association, and engage alumni in the process both by outside participation and also with the use ofClass Representatives.Their role is simply to act as a go-to person for their class and a contact for the Alumni Association. By spreading thenews of the activities of the Alumni Association, the class representatives play an important role as a link between thetwo groups.In addition to Class Representatives, the Alumni Association is also looking for people to represent various groups withinthe Marian Catholic Community such as band, choir, sports, fine arts, different decades, etc.The job description is simple – serve as your group or class envoy to help connect the Marian Catholic AlumniAssociation with the people it serves.11

MARIAN CATHOLICALUMNIA S S O C I A T I O NCALLING ALLALUMNI!Join your fellow Spartans on Thursday, January 20, 2011 at 6:30 p.m. as our guests at Aurelio’s Pizza,18162 Harwood Ave., Homewood to jumpstart the Marian Catholic High School Alumni Association.Find Your PlaceThe Alumni Association is your organization and every alum is automatically a member.This meeting is for both those who want to be casual members and for those who are interested inleadership roles – with each, you can find your place within the association.Come share your ideas while enjoying hometown pizza and fun.For more information, contact Carol Burke Swanson ’81, Director of Alumni Relationscswanson@marianchs.com or 708-756-9775.Save-the-DateSparty on the MarchAlumni & Friends GatheringFt. Myers, FloridaHosted by Patricia (Macready) Wiggenhorn ’63and Patricia (Pignotti) Knepler ’63Sunday Brunch, February 20, 2011For an invitation and more information, contact Mary Moffatt,Vice President of Advancement (708) 756-9767 or mmoffatt@marianchs.com12

1965 • 1970 • 19752010 REUNIONSIt was two weekends of fun for Marian Catholic Alumni.The Sr. M. Paul McCaughey, O.P. Leadership Center was thecenter of activity for alumni events which included seven classreunions and the ever popular Alumni Homecoming Gathering.On Sept. 18, 2010 the Class of 1970 and the Class of 1990 metfriends both old and new as they celebrated their reunion.The following weekend the Class of 2005 returned to theschool on Sept. 24, 2010 for their 5-year Class Reunion whichcoincided with the Homecoming Alumni Gathering. Nearly100 Class of 2005 grads enjoyed the complimentary food andbeverages while they shared memories and tours of the building.A record crowd filled the Leadership Center for food and fun afterthe Marian football team won their homecoming game againstNotre Dame. Throughout the Leadership Center mini-reunionswere occurring in every corner as alumni from throughout theyears became reacquainted.The next day, Saturday, Sept. 25, 2010, the Leadership Centerwas transformed for the reunions of the Classes of 1975, 1980,1985 and 2000.The events could not have happened without the dedication andhard work of the reunions committees who not only went out oftheir way to make sure all of their fellow classmates knew aboutthe event but also had a great time at the Reunion.Bill Murphy ’65 and Kay Cowan Krusinski ’65Jamie Smart, Mary Jane Doerr ’70,Concetta Vitelli Smart ’70 and Mike Murphy ’70Dave Gromala ’75, Kathy Gromala,Cheryl Feldner and Mark Feldner ’75Jim Hudzig ’65, Curt Ribando ’65 andTom Sadler ’65Gerard Schrementi ’70, Debbie D’Apice Schrementi ’71,Gay Petrarca Essig ’70, Kristine Fox Graham ’70,Theresa Trotier Napoli ’70 and Clara Bullaro Bradley ’70Bill Cleary ’75, Marianne Zerante Smith ’75,Bob Smith ’75 and John Jelinek13

REUNION COMMITTEE MEMBERS1980 • 1985 • 1990Class of ’65Steve DesmondMillie Smrdel EngebrigtsenTom EngstrandSharon Malvestuto HegeveenIrine Mytych HowlandDaniel LucsayBill MurphyNancy Mascitti SchreiberClass of ’70Denise Woodall BlackstoneClaire Schulze CoatarMary Jane DoerrGay Lynn Petrarca EssigTheresa Rocha FlaminiAngela Pagoria GehmPatrick HogensenGary JagminMac (Gordon) McKerralJulia MolanderBill MotluckMike MurphyMichael QuirkConcetta Vitelli SmartBarbara Scott WoodworthVince ZeranteClass of ’75Joseph CaffariniBill ClearyJune Ranieri ClearyArt FerrariVern FischerSharon Wojslaw JelinekBrian KellyMary Burke MillsRobert SlobigDave TrumpSue Sheehan TrumpClass of ’80Jani Bullaro BodellJoe ChristofanelliEllen CookJim DeeTerry DelgadoSue DepederJeannie Gallagher DiLuiaRich FordonDebbie Funkey GuthKevin KellyMike KennedyJoe KingBob KlupchakJill Bielanski McGivernCheryl Panozzo McGuganTim McGuganJackie Jurczyk MurphyEileen Hamilton RomanoTony RosatiEileen Morrison SantschiAnne Paredes SimutisSusan Van EttenMary WatsonTom WaszEd ZiltzClass of ’85Mary Ann Daviera AngellottiNikki Napoli ClearyTim DeeKaren Slobig GallagherArmie Gasbarro, Jr.Sean GibbonsMary Pat Donahue GriswoldSean KellyJoe KlupchakChris O’HeaColleen Gallagher O’HeaSara Ferrantella PossCarmen Cortes QuinnBarbara Burley RadekeMichael RiordanKate Healey SnedekerJohn WallerClass of ’90Bob FrigoDeann GrossiErin Barry HackettJohn HolecekAnthony IaderosaJenny Helsel IaderosaJohn JoyceKimberly Marshall MikitkaJulie NaglerAmy Lewandowski ReganMark ReganShannon ReidyNichole Schau SantoroMonica Hovis ThompsonJulie Torkelsen-DeLucaClass of ’00Kerry BeukemaErica BridgesMario CarlasareCarlo GozziCassie GrayJennifer Murphy GribbinNick McDonnellJennifer Fugaj OpiolaTom RaczkaKatherine Welsh TracyClass of ’05Chloe BlasingameBrian ColemanJosh HelselPeter KronerKevin MarvinacMaureen McQuadeKevin MoffattBecca PalmerColleen PeabodySteve PeternellMallory PlattKevin RippeyJohn SpoonhourSusan Silhavy Angell ’85, Michelle Krause ’85,Kate Healey Snedeker ’85, Suzanne Waterous Pasha ’85and Kim Nair Gibbons ’85Armie Gasbarro ’85, Glen Haeflinger ’85,Mike Jemilo ’85, Pete Moutvic ’85, Joe Klupchak ’85,Jim Poynton ’85, Sean Garvey ’85 and Joe Gagliano ’85Katie Kersten McManaman ’90, Erin Barry Hackett ’90,Shannon Reidy ’90 and John Holecek ’90Steve Michel ’80, Karen McDonnell ’80,John Hennessy ’80,Didi Jackson Gleeson ’80 andDave Merica ’80Chris Meade ’80, Mary Hallissey Plepel ’80,Jerry Kelly ’80 and Jackie Hallissey Burke ’85Anthony Iaderosa ’90, Sr. Agnes Ann Pisel O.P.,Mark Regan ’90, Amy Lewandowski Regan ’90 andSr. M. Blaise Galloway O.P.14

2000 • 2005Megan Friedberg,Andrew Basso ’00, Matt Glusac ’00,Jared Lonie ’00 andBrian Drake ’00Jen Murphy ’00, Louis Nowaczyk ’00,Justin Storer ’00, Chris Nevell ’00,Cassie Gray ’00, andPeter Rohn ’00 across lapsMolly Padden ’05, Tom O’Brien ’05,Eric Clough ’05,Nicole Robinette ’05 andAaron Sheets ’05Ashley Mitchell ’05, Dan Roe ’05,Samantha Manuel ’05 andJackie Farley ’05ENDOWMENT GOLF CLASSICTOPS $100,000!With one of the most perfect days of the summer as the backdrop, the 21 st AnnualMarian Catholic Endowment Golf Classic held August 16 at Flossmoor and IdlewildCountry Clubs, surpassed last year’s proceeds by over $15,000. The 26 membercommittee of alumni, parents, and friends of Marian Catholic, were engaged sinceearly spring to promote and populate the event.“Even with the economy struggling to make its way back, our repeat golfers andsponsors, as well as our first-time golfers, guests and sponsors clearly understandthe importance of the Endowment Classic,” said long-time event Co-Chair GregUnderwood. “I am happy to share that this year’s Endowment Classic exceeded ourinitial announcement, giving us a closing total of $100,000 for student scholarships.”Bolstered by news from Sister Judine Hilbing, O.P., President, that through solidinvestment, the Endowment Fund has topped $2 million, the committee, volunteersand staff, as well as golfers and guests were thrilled to learn that more studentscholarships will be available this year.“Thanks to the Marian Catholic Endowment Golf Classic, many students weregranted scholarships to continue or complete their high school education,” statedevent Co-Chair Mark Peifer ’81. “Last year’s needs were unprecedented, and thanksto the success of this event, many deserving students were served.”MARK YOUR CALENDAR FOR THE 2011 ENDOWMENT GOLF CLASSIC,AUGUST 15, 2011.Joe Zagone ’74 gets some help lining up a putt fromByron Anderson ’79 and C.J. Biank ’06.June Ranieri Cleary ’75, Sue Cleary Brunner ’78, Jan OosterbaanColeman ’78 and Eileen Gallagher Daw ’78 golfed at IdlewildCountry Club.Young alum golfers included Kevin Rippey ’05,Patrick Richel ’05, James Brodzik ’05 and Joe DiLuia ’05.15

ALUMNI NOTESTake a few minutes and let everyone in the Marian family know howyou’re doing by updating your information on the MCHS website.Henry Troy, son ofJane (Kuraya) Gindt ’95Caroline Marie, daughter of Brian ’96and Erin (DeBruin) ’99 SkibinskiChristin and Michael, children of Carla (Cifelli) Carter ’67Carla (Cifelli) Carter ’67 has two children who are making their markin the marching band world. For the second year, Michael, a senior, is theDrum Major for the Chaparral High School Marching Band in Scottsdale,AZ. Daughter Christin, a sophomore, plays the clarinet. Placing second inthe State competition in 2009, Chaparral hopes to win this school year.Christopher Hoyle ’83 recently received a PhD in MechanicalEngineering from Northwestern University. He is currently living inAustin, Texas, and is working on an engineering book with associatesfrom Northwestern.Joseph Hoyle ’86 married in August of 2009. He and his wife, Karen, livein Lincoln Park and both work at the American Dental Association. Joerecently completed his second Master’s Degree in computer informationsystems at DePaul University.Anthony Battaglia ’87 is an architect/capital planner for the Universityof Illinois and is currently the planner for Altgeld Hall and Illini Hallfeasibility study. Its purpose is to investigate long and short termprogrammatic alternatives for the department of mathematics. Thebuilding is currently listed on the National Register of Historic Places,which sets it apart from many of the other buildings on campus. Anthonyand his wife, Gina, and two children, Dominica, 8, and Aria, 3, live inTolono, Illinois.MCHS Hall of Famer, Paul Pabst ’87 is a producer for The DanPatrick Show, newly syndicated in the Chicagoland area. The popularradio show is simulcast live on TV on Comcast SportsNet from 8:00to 11:00 a.m. Monday through Friday.Maeve, Eamon, and Eilish,children ofAimee Delaney Ogren ’91Aimee (Delaney) Ogren ’91 and her husband, Chad, happily announcethe birth of their daughter, Eilish Delaney Ogren, who was born on June21, 2010. Eilish weighed 9 pounds, 2 ounces, and was 21 inches long. Shejoins big brother, Eamon, and big sister, Maeve.Jane (Kuraya) Gindt ’95 and her husband, Troy, celebrated their son’sfirst birthday recently. Henry Troy Gindt was born July 30, 2009. Jane isin medical sales and her husband is a mortgage broker. The family lives inSan Diego, California.Caroline Marie was welcomed by Brian ’96 and Erin (DeBruin) ’99Skibinski on September 13, 2010. Big brothers, Russell and George, arevery excited by her arrival.Jen (Renner) Haselhorst ’97 and her husband, Nathan, are thrilled toannounce the birth of their son, Jackson David. Jackson was born August18, 2010 and weighed a healthy 10 pounds, 10 ounces. He joins his bigsister Gretchen, who could not be more in love with her little brother.Megan (Bischoff) Schmittel ’97 and her husband, Todd, announce thebirth of their son, Evan Ryan, born September 17, 2009. Evan weighed8 pounds and was 21 inches long. The Schmittels currently reside inLansing, Illinois.Paul Pabst ’87Jackson David, son ofJen (Renner) Haselhorst ’97Evan Ryan, son ofMegan (Bischoff) Schmittell ’9716

Nola Grace, daughter ofSarah (Lopez) Voet ’97Stephanie Erazo ’06Sarah (Lopez) Voet ’97 and her husband, Joseph, announce the birthof their daughter, Nola Grace Voet, who was born January 25, 2010.Nola weighed 4 pounds, 13 ounces and was 21 inches long.In June, 2010, Cassie Gray ’00 relocated to the San Francisco Bay areaafter accepting a revenue analyst position in the athletic departmentat the University of California, Berkeley. She completed her Mastersin Business Administration degree with an emphasis in sports financeat the University of Oregon in June, 2009, and had previously beenworking as a project engineer for JMI Sports, development managersfor the newly constructed Matthew Knight Arena in Eugene, Oregon.Caroline Wolske ’01 married Sean Schrader on September 25, 2010.Kelly (Wolske) Norton ’97 was matron of honor; KathrynWolske ’10 was maid of honor. The couple reside in Oak Lawn, IL.Stephanie Erazo ’06 a 2010 graduate of Spelman College in Atlanta,has been awarded a Fulbright U.S. Student Program scholarship.She will teach English as a Foreign Language in Spain for a year. AnInternational Studies and Spanish double major, magna cum laudegraduate, and world traveler, Erazo’s passion for international affairsand world cultures grew during her time at Spelman. She has studied inCosta Rica and Spain, and taught English to elementary school childrenin the Dominican Republic, along with mentoring 8th graders in theChicago Public School system.Jennifer Purcell ’02 with her husband Kevin DeenihanJennifer Purcell ’02 married Kevin Deenihan on July 24, 2010 ata ceremony held at St. Kieran Church in Chicago Heights. After ahoneymoon in Riviera Maya, Mexico, the couple now resides in Dyer,Indiana. Jenn teaches kindergarten at Roosevelt Elementary School inChicago Heights, and recently received her master’s in Reading fromConcordia University. Kevin is an accountant for Ultra Diamonds atthe home office in Chicago.Marian Catholic ShoppingDo your Christmas shopping at The Lucille Ferrari Spartan Shopadjacent to the Sr. M. Paul McCaughey O.P. Leadership Center. Anew selection of Marian spirit wear is in stock. Spartan shop hours areMonday through Friday 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. on regular schooldays. You can view more Spartan Shop selections on the websiteunder “Bookstore.”www.marianchs.com17

SR. TERESA’STRAVELSOlivia Jackson ’09 – Sophomore, Psychology, Pre-MedActivities: Caribbean Dance Club -Vice-President,Lab assistant in Psychology Lab,Teagle Issue Room Assistant“Marian exposed me to material that Cornell studentsare reading and studying now. Also, Marian helpedme understand that a lot of work goes into success.”Nick Voll ’08 recently graduated from theCulinary Institute of America in Hyde Park, NY.Chantal Freeman ’09 isa sophomore at Fordham.Left to RightErin O’Shea ’09 – Sophomore, Operations Research EngineeringActivities: Taekwondo, Undergraduate Catholic Fellowship“ Marian helped to prepare me for college by helping me to developmy time management skills that have helped in balancing problemsets, extracurricular activities, and classes.”Katie Halpin ’07- Senior, Natural Resources Development SociologyActivities: Varsity Fencing, CALS Ambassadors, Help a Life Organization“ Marian was such a great experience and very much prepared mefor college. It helped to give me a voice and learn to stand on myown two feet. In addition, take the Wooddells English classes andyou will never have trouble writing a paper in college.”Brittany Spanos ’10 is aJournalism major at NYU.Dylan Johnson ’09– Sophomore, Economics, Arts and SciencesActivities: Community Partnership Board, Alternative Spring Breaks“ Marian helped me to develop strong organization skills that arecrucial to success in college. In addition, the AP courses madethe transition to college level work easier.”18

ADVANCEMENT OFFICE (708) 755-6579Sister Judine Hilbing, O.P.PresidentMary Moffatt mmoffatt@marianchs.comVice President, AdvancementCarol Burke Swanson ’81 cswanson@marianchs.comDirector of Alumni RelationsGail Young gyoung@marianchs.comDirector of External CommunicationsPeg Massucci pmassucci@marianchs.comDirector Marian FundPatricia Trebe ptrebe@marianchs.comAlumni Programs CoordinatorCindy Dupczak cdupczak@marianchs.comDonor Relations ManagerKathy Dalton kdalton@marianchs.comDonor Relations CoordinatorPat Cak pcak@marianchs.comAdvancement Office AssistantRECRUITMENT OFFICE (708) 756-9762Sister Dorothy Marie Solak, O.P. sdm@marianchs.comRecruitment DirectorDiana McDonnell dmcdonnell@marianchs.comRecruitment CoordinatorMCHS ADMINISTRATION(708) 655-7565Sister Judine Hilbing, O.P.PresidentSister Kathleen Anne Tait, O.P.PrincipalWilliam HoganChief Financial OfficerMary MoffattVice President, AdvancementJohn HeneghanAssistant Principal, OperationsJohn KozojedAssistant Principal, Student ActivitiesDr. Shirley MorrisAssistant Principal, AcademicsMarian Matters is published three times a year underthe direction of the Advancement Office of MarianCatholic High School. Items submitted after deadlinewill be held for publication in a future issue. Anyquestions or concerns about Marian Matters should bedirected to Gail Young.IN MEMORY OF...The Dominican Sisters of Springfield, theAlumni Association, and the entire MarianCatholic community sadly acknowledge thepassing of the following members of our family:ALUMNI:Babette (Wiscons) Crowe ’62Peter Stanfa ’62Mary (Henning) O’Sullivan ’63Georjean (Day) Gautsch ’65James Herrmann ’65Marilyn (Kubida) Marlowe ’65Mary (Graziani) Boam ’70Gary Bunger ’72Carolyn (Barnett) Doerr ’74Patrick Gilles ’77Geno DeMarchi ’99Megan Duskey ’05Alexander Staniec ’11PARENTS OF ALUMNI:Edward Blankenberger, father of Edward ’69,Matthew ’74, Mark ’78, Andy ’82, and Anthony ’85.Eileen Coatar, mother of Mary ’65, Bernadette ’66,Joan ’68, Joe ’69, Eileen ’71, Dennis ’74, andGenevieve ’79.Alice O’Brien, mother of Suellen ’73, Jay ’74,Terrence ’76, Maureen ’77, Katie ’79, Kevin ’81,Patricia ’83, and Sheila ’85.Gloria Shander, mother of Allen ’67, Robert ’70,Jeffrey ’72, Dawn ’75, and Thomas ’78.Eternal rest grant unto them, O Lord, and letperpetual light shine upon them.May the souls of the faithful departed, through themercy of God, rest in peace. AmenTo notify Marian Catholic of an alumnus’ death, or to orderMemorial Cards, please call the Advancement Office (708) 755-6579.19

UPCOMING EVENTSCOLLEGE DAYThursday, January 6, 201110:45 a.m. to 1:20 p.m.MCHS ALUMNI ASSOCIATIONMEETING (More info on pg 12)Thursday, January 20, 2011Aurelio’s Pizza, Homewood6:30 p.m.MARIAN FUND ANNUALPHONATHONParent Sessions:Sunday, January 23, 20112:00 to 5:00 p.m. and 5:45 to 9:00 p.m.Monday & Tuesday, January 24 & 25, 20116:15 to 9:00 p.m.Alumni Sessions:Sunday, January 30, 20112:00 to 5:30 p.m. and 5:45 to 9:00 p.m.Monday, January 31, 20115:30 to 9:00 p.m.MCHS HALL OF FAMEAWARDS DINNERThursday, February 17, 2011Olympia Fields Country Club6:15 p.m.SENIOR SHOWCASEMOTHERS CLUB - Fashion Show“Time of Your Life”Saturday, March 12, 2011Georgio’s in Orland Park11:00 a.m.MARIAN MADNESSNCAA Basketball EventSaturday, April 2, 2011Sr. M. Paul McCaughey, O.P. Leadership Center4:30 p.m.CAREER DAYMonday, May 16, 201111:30 a.m. to 2:20 p.m.METRO CHICAGO ALUMNI &FRIENDS GATHERINGThursday, June 9, 2011Office for Institutional AdvancementMARIAN CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL700 Ashland AvenueChicago Heights, IL 60411(708) 755-6579www.marianchs.comADDRESS SERVICE REQUESTED8th GradeSHADOW DAYEighth graders are welcome to “shadow” anyMarian school day day through January 7, 2011.Seventh graders may shadowJanuary 10 - April 29, 2011.To schedule a Shadow Day, contactSr. Dorothy Marie (708) 756-9762.MARIAN CATHOLICENTRANCE EXAMFOR 8TH GRADERSSaturday,January 8, 20118:00 a.m.YOU ARE INVITEDMARIAN CATHOLICHIGH SCHOOL HALL OF FAMEAWARDS DINNERThursday, February 17, 2011Olympia Fields Country ClubNormandy Room$55 per personCocktail Reception 6:15 P.M.Dinner 7:15 P.M.ALUMNUS OF THE YEARMICHAEL BRUNI ’86ATHLETE OF THE YEARTIM SWANSON ’86FINE ARTSDISTINGUISHED ACHIEVEMENTDR. ADAM BRENNAN ’82SPIRIT OF MARIANSR. DOROTHY MARIE SOLAK, O.P.For Reservationscontact Pat TrebeAlumni Programs Coordinator(708) 756-9405ptrebe@marianchs.comALUMNIUpdate your information on theMarian Catholic website www.marianchs.comCarol Burke Swanson ’81Director of Alumni Relationscswanson@marianchs.com(708) 756-9775MARIAN CATHOLICALUMNIA S S O C I A T I O NMarian Catholic High School is a Catholic, coeducational, college preparatory high schoolwithin the Dominican tradition of study, prayer, community, and preaching. MarianCatholic students seek truth, exhibit personal responsibility, cultivate their individualtalents, and demonstrate ethical leadership and Christian service.