Excalibur II A Xaverian Brothers Sponsored School An Excalibur Publication

Celebrating Over 40 Years of Quality Catholic Education Summer Edition, 2005

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125 Women from the Class of 1980 to Receive Brother Cyril Grogan Award125 Women from the Class of 1980 to Receive Brother Cyril Grogan Award125 Women from the Class of 1980 to Receive Brother Cyril Grogan Award125 Women from the Class of 1980 to Receive Brother Cyril Grogan Award

On Saturday, October 1, 2005, Nazareth will present the Brother Cyril Grogan Award to honor outstanding individuals who have continued to live the mission of the Xaverian Brothers and are dedi-cated to outstanding Catholic education with a commitment to a strong sense of moral and civic responsibility. Award recipients include Dr. Charlie Reiter (formally known as Brother Dennet), Peter Holmes, Michael Flynn ’70, Ce-cilia Socci (presented in memoriam), and the 125 female members of the class of 1980. Past recipients of the award include Dennis Geoghan, Esq. ’69, Jim Kennelly ’79, Thomas Keenan, Sr., Brother Matthew Burke, and John Far-rell ’70. The Brother Cyril Grogan award is named in honor of a former Principal and Director of Development

who dedicated his life to Nazareth.

We hope that you can join us on Octo-ber 1 and help us celebrate the accom-plishments of these honorees. There is a registration form located on page 9. We will also be producing a journal of good wishes and hope that you will participate with an ad in the journal. All proceeds from this evening will benefit the Naz-areth Cares Scholarship Program, dedi-cated to bringing committed Catholic families to Nazareth. If you would like to help reach out to your classmates to bring them back to Nazareth for this occasion, please contact the Develop-ment/Alumni Affairs Office at (718)

763-1100 ext. 232.

Dr. Charlie Reiter

Charlie, known better by some of you as Brother Dennet, began his career at Nazareth in September of 1964. His ca-reer spanned many changes at Nazareth that included the transition from a Di-ocesan School to one led by a lay board

of trustees and the change to a co-educational school in 1976. Charlie took on many roles in his 24 years at Naz-areth. “Nazareth was my home for so

many years,” he says. “I grew up there.”

Many of you will remember him in the classroom, teaching French and religion. Some of you will remember him as Mr. Reiter, Senior Class Moderator, the Dep-uty Principal and Chair of the Religion Department. He also worked with Chris-tian Awakening, a three-day retreat for Nazareth students and their peers from other local schools, with co-honoree Pete Holmes. And then some will re-member him as Mr. Reiter, Principal, a role he held for four years. No matter his role, you will remember that Charlie Reiter gave his heart and soul to the

school.

After leaving Nazareth, Charlie served as principal of his alma mater, Mt. St. Joseph High School in Baltimore. He then became president, a role he held for six years. He is now principal at St. Mary’s High School in Annapolis. He still keeps Nazareth close to his heart by contributing his time and expertise to Nazareth’s Board of Trustees. We are honored to call Charlie one of Naz-areth’s best. You can contact Dr. Reiter

at creiter@stmarysannapolis.org.

Peter Holmes

Pete was a member of the Nazareth community for nearly three decades. He was drawn to the idea of working for a Catholic high school based on his ex-perience attending St. Augustine's Di-ocesan High School in Park Slope (closed in 1969). “I have wonderful memories of great fun and camaraderie in high school, and a personally caring relationship with the faculty, lay as well

as the De La Salle Christian Brothers,” says Pete. “So I thought I should sign up to teach for a while until I discovered what I wanted to do in life. I never did get another idea, so I stayed around for 29 years, and I had a ball, and I think I had a good and useful career, and one that was helpful to a lot of other people,

mainly students, but also colleagues.”

Pete taught social studies at the begin-ning and became chair of the department in 1973. He comments that his first dec-ade at the School was an amazing time because of the momentous changes in society in general and in the Catholic Church after the Second Vatican Coun-cil. “Nazareth was in the forefront of accepting new ways of doing things, and questioning the staid, and meeting new challenges, and experimenting with creative ideas, in education, community, religious education, and the student-teacher relationship,” Pete says. During that time he was a faculty advisor in student government and was involved in the extra-classroom religious activities program, especially Christian Awaken-ing, in which co-honoree Dr. Charlie

Brother Cyril Grogan

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A WORD FROM OUR PRINCIPALA WORD FROM OUR PRINCIPALA WORD FROM OUR PRINCIPALA WORD FROM OUR PRINCIPAL

Pray for the Safe Return of Our TroopsPray for the Safe Return of Our TroopsPray for the Safe Return of Our TroopsPray for the Safe Return of Our Troops

Richard Wilson ’84 U.S. Army

Jared Thibou ’89 U.S. Navy

Mark Zabala ’99 U.S. Navy

Abiel Aquino ’99 U.S. Marines

Lionel White ’99 U.S. Marines

James Zabala ’00 U.S. Marines

Neil Hippolyte ’00 U.S Marines

Carlos Martinez ’98 U.S. Navy

Tyrone Powell ’02 U.S. Air Force

Chad Harris ’96 U.S. Army

Larry Balsamo ’80 U.S. Navy

Devon Williams ’03 U.S. Army

Editor’s Note: We would like to apologize to Mr. Brian Leni-han`80, who was listed as deceased in the Spring Edition of Excalibur II. We are happy to report that Brian is alive and

well.

Dear Alumni and Friends,

On Saturday, June 11, 2005, the ranks of our alumni swelled by an additional 108 as Nazareth celebrated our 40th Com-mencement Exercise at Brooklyn Col-

lege.

Dr. Arthur Lewin `67 was our guest speaker. Dr. Lewin, a professor at Ba-ruch College, recalled his days at Naz-areth with great fondness and challenged our graduates to continue to pursue

equality and justice in the world.

Dr. Lewin received the Brother Greg-ory Galligan Distinguished Alumnus Award for his dedication and service to education and to Nazareth. Thank you to Dr. Lewin for honoring our graduates

with his inspirational words.

Some excerpts from my final com-

ments to the Class of 2005:

-First and foremost, please remember what has brought you to this day – the faith, hope and love of your family, friends, and teachers who are all part of

your success.

-Remember that the great gifts of life are inside each of you – harmony, cour-

age, conviction, commitment and love.

-Remember your second day of high school, 9-11-01, for on that day you saw the best of man triumph over the worst of man when strangers helped strangers and thousands gave their lives for being free. Realize there is more good than

evil in the world.

-Give thanks for the blessings of free-dom. In Romans, Chapter 6, it states: “There is no true freedom except in the

success of what is good and just.”

-As you leave today, continue to con-duct yourselves in an exemplary manner, so that others will be struck by your

quality of character.

-Continue to grow in wisdom, age, and

grace.

-It has been an honor and privilege to have worked with you these past four

years. Good-bye and God bless!

This issue contains additional stories about the Annual Eugene McCarthy 5k Race, the Xaverian Brothers 150th Anni-versary and more. These few pages give you a brief glimpse into Nazareth’s good

work.

Most importantly, I think all of you should know that the educational mis-sion of Nazareth is strong and reflects the values and faith in the Xaverian

Brothers tradition.

I thank all of you who support us in this ongoing endeavor to teach the gos-

pel to the children of Brooklyn.

Have a great summer!

Peter M. Doran

Principal

In MemoriamIn MemoriamIn MemoriamIn Memoriam

Mildred Katta, former staff, will be

missed by family and friends.

In Our PrayersIn Our PrayersIn Our PrayersIn Our Prayers

Please keep all members of the Naz-

areth community in your prayers,

especially:

- All those families who have loved

ones serving in the United States

Armed Services.

- Barbara Gil, assistant principal.

If you know of others who should be added to our prayer list, please notify the Alumni Office at (718) 763-1100 ext.

232.

Check Out Our WebsiteCheck Out Our WebsiteCheck Out Our WebsiteCheck Out Our Website We have been busy adding alumni-friendly content to the school’s website at www.nazarethrhs.org. This newsletter, Ex-calibur II, is now available online in the alumni section, as well as information about all upcoming events and activities, includ-ing registration forms. If you have other suggestions about con-tent you would like to see, please e-mail Crystal Bactad in the Alumni/Development Office at cbactad@nazarethrhs.org.

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If I leave here tomorrow

would you still remember me?

Freebird – Lynyrd Skynyrd

Towards the end of the graduation cere-mony for the class of 1980, Vice Princi-pal Richard Picardi quoted Lynyrd Skynyrd. He answered the somewhat rhetorical question in the affirmative and said that the class of 1980 would always be remembered. Twenty-five years have come and gone in what seemed like a matter of moments since Mr. Picardi

spoke those words.

The class of 1980 celebrated its 25th reunion on May 14, 2005, at Lundy’s in Sheepshead Bay. The 25th reunion com-mittee was an offshoot of the 20th year reunion which was held, somewhat late, in 2002. The members of the committee included Raquel Pronesti, Stephanie Selix, Walter Johnsen, Laurie Chebba, Nancy Fusco, Maureen Coyne and Gary

Brienza.

While it took approximately two years to plan, the party itself was over in an instant. Approximately 90 people at-tended, and except for a short period

during dinner, very few people sat.

The committee had hired a DJ, but in some ways it was "wasted money.” While there was room to dance, no one did since conversations never ended. Most high school memories include the good and bad parts of being in or out of a clique. However, on this night, the class of 1980 did not worry about cliques or “jocks vs. guidos.” Instead, the diverse group of people who at-tended the reunion came together as one. Questions about what had been going on over the past 25, punctuated with com-pliments such as “you haven’t changed a bit” (even though we all have) was the

order of the evening.

In addition to the students, other spe-cial guests attended the reunion. Mr. Wuestman came without his 1980’s era beard or, for that matter, his hair (the totally shaved head look works well for him). He did, however, attend with Mrs. Wuestman, also known as Student Council Moderator and Chemistry Teacher Rae Ann D’Aquino, who was as smiling and friendly as we all remem-bered. Mr. Graham also attended look-ing essentially unchanged from 1980. Present Principal Peter Doran acted as the current face of Nazareth. During his

remarks, he complimented the reunion

committee on a job well done.

Darlene D’Aquino made the drive with Mr. and Mrs. Wuestman from Silver Spring, Maryland. As a result, Darlene won the award for coming the greatest distance. The other candidate for the award was Chris Somers, who came all the way from San Francisco but was “disqualified” since he is a member of the class of 1979. It was gratifying to see that our reunion was special enough

for a member of another class to join us.

“Awards” were given in various cate-gories. Brian Lenihan was the recipient of the “Lazarus Award” since the Ex-calibur II had erroneously reported him as having died. We were certainly glad to see that Brian came back to us from the great beyond. Raquel Pronesti re-ceived the award for perpetual prom

queen.

The only down part of the evening was the recent loss of Mrs. Socci. She had attended, despite her illness, the reunion in 2002. A 50-50 raffle was held in her honor, but the gracious winners, Joanne Daurio and her husband, Dom Calise, donated the funds to the school in Mrs.

Socci’s memory.

Raquel Pronesti, providing us all with another example of her innumerable talents, created a Powerpoint presenta-tion which ran continuously during the evening. She took personal photo-graphs, along with portions of our year-book, and created a montage of embar-rassing photographs for all to see. It reminded all of us that, no matter what we look like today, we were once in-credibly scrawny and thin as freshmen and that the late 70s/early 80s were a

scary time for clothes and hair.

To complete the evening, the reunion committee prepared a gift package that included a candle holder with the Naz-areth logo, candle and a booklet of phone numbers, e-mails and addresses of all students. Most importantly, Walter Johnsen prepared a special gift of 2 CDs of music from the 1976-1980 era. Hark-ening back to the rock vs. disco/WPLJ vs. WKTU lunchroom wars, one compi-lation was of rock music, the other

disco.

Class of 1980 Class of 1980 Class of 1980 Class of 1980

Celebrates Celebrates Celebrates Celebrates

25th Reunion25th Reunion25th Reunion25th Reunion

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Many e-mail addresses were ex-changed along with business cards, home phone numbers and other means of communication. Many people agreed to stay connected. My personal experi-ence has already indicated that new and old connections can be made as a result of class reunions. The class of 1980 was a strong class both academically and socially, and will always be remembered as the first class at Nazareth to include women. Happily, it appears that the 40+ year old adults who made up that class continued that legacy over the past 25

years.

~Gary A. Brienza, class of 1980

We hope to see all members of the class

of 1980 on October 1, 2005 when Naz-

areth will host an Alumni Reunion hon-

oring the Women of the Class of 1980,

as well as Pete Holmes, Charlie Reiter,

Mike Flynn and the late Cecilia Socci.

Please contact our Development Office

for further information and see the ad on

page 9.~Pete M. Doran, Principal

25th Reunion 25th Reunion 25th Reunion 25th Reunion (continued)

Adelphi University

Albright College

Baruch College

Berkeley College

Binghamton University

Borough of Manhattan Community Col-lege

Brooklyn College

City College of NY

Coast Guard

College of Staten Island

Daemen College

Elizabeth College

Hofstra University

Hunter College

John Jay College

Keuka College

Kingsborough College

Lehman College

Lincoln University

Long Island University

Class of 2005 Heads Near and Far:Class of 2005 Heads Near and Far:Class of 2005 Heads Near and Far:Class of 2005 Heads Near and Far:

College Attendance Information for Naz’s Newest GradsCollege Attendance Information for Naz’s Newest GradsCollege Attendance Information for Naz’s Newest GradsCollege Attendance Information for Naz’s Newest Grads

Mohawk Valley Community College

Montgomery Community College

Nassau Community College

North Carolina A & T

NYC Technical College

Old Westbury College

Savannah State University

St. Francis College

St. John's University

St. Joseph College

Stony Brook

Suny College at Albany

Suny Farmingdale

University of Buffalo

University of Hartford

University of Maryland

University of Miami

University of Rochester

Virginia State University

Widener University

One of the great surprises awaiting teachers when we returned to Nazareth for the 2004-2005 school year was the presence of a mobile laptop lab – a rolling cart equipped with 26 brand- new Dell notebook computers, avail-able to any teacher to check out and use in the classroom to broaden the

scope of instructional possibilities.

I have been one of a number of teachers to take advantage of this new tool throughout the course of this year. On one occasion, I used the laptops to demonstrate the proper way to do a web search for valid research sources. On another, I gave my junior English class an online scavenger hunt for in-formation about author Walter Dean Meyers when the class was studying the screenplay “Monster.” The laptops have also been put to work in my classroom in conjunction with the Test Gear SAT preparation program. Test Gear is an online program which al-

Nazareth’s Newest TechnologyNazareth’s Newest TechnologyNazareth’s Newest TechnologyNazareth’s Newest Technology

lows students to take interactive, in-stantly scored practice tests and receive individualized feedback on their per-formance. Nazareth subscribes to this program for its students but being able to demonstrate its effectiveness to my students in the classroom made the pro-gram far more useful and accessible to

more of our SAT-ready juniors.

The laptop lab is a sign of the chang-ing times in which we live. Technology has become an ingrained part of our cul-ture and Nazareth has taken steps to en-sure that our students are not left behind as the electronic age enters schools across the country. Judging from the school’s commitment to technology, it isn’t Nazareth who should worry about being left behind; it’s everybody else! ~

Kerri Mulqueen, English Teacher

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Beautiful June Day Blesses Annual Eugene McCarthy Run Beautiful June Day Blesses Annual Eugene McCarthy Run Beautiful June Day Blesses Annual Eugene McCarthy Run Beautiful June Day Blesses Annual Eugene McCarthy Run

The 14th Annual Eugene McCarthy Run took place on June 18 in Marine Park. After a week of record-breaking heat, the weather turned cooler just in time for the event. The day also featured a 3-on-3

basketball tournament.

This race is run in memory of Marine Major Eugene McCarthy, a 1973 gradu-ate of Nazareth Regional High School. Following graduation from Nazareth, Eugene went on to the United States Naval Academy at Annapolis. Serving his country through active service in the United States Marine Corp, he rose to the rank of Major. He also served with the DEA working to prevent dangerous narcotics from entering our country. In 1991, he was re-activated by the Marine Corp for Operation Desert Storm, during

which he was killed in action.

Proceeds from the event benefit the Nazareth Cares Scholarship Fund, which provides scholarships to deserving Naz-areth students so they can obtain an out-

standing Catholic education.

Ronel Phillip finished first in the 5K, with a time of 17:45. Brian Rhatigan placed second, and Joseph Chick was third. Amy Chepaitis was the first-place

female runner with a time of 21:08.

Rich Gallo, president of the New York Chapter of the Federal Law Enforcement Officers Association, presented trophies to the winners. Mr. Gallo knew Eugene before his death. Eugene’s brother, Den-nis McCarthy ’70, was unable to attend

due to a work commitment.

We’d like to thank everyone who made the event a success, particularly our T-shirt sponsors: Dr. Leslie I. Drei-fus, Chiropractor; Marine Corps Law Enforcement Foundation, Inc.; John McCarthy; NYS Fraternal Order of Po-lice; Knights of Columbus Council 126; Timothy Carr; Dennis McCarthy and Family; TNT Ballon Express; Crown Trophy; Canteen; Fordham University Track Team; Detectives Crimes Clinic Metropolitan NJ-NY, A. NJ Non-Prof. Corp.; Federal Law Enforcement Offi-cers Association; Federal Law Enforce-ment Officers Assoc. Chapter 1. Also thanks to Nazareth staff Crystal Bactad, Tony DeSimone, Tom Dewey, Rick Dolan, Pete Doran, AnnMarie Schnell,

and Mike Hankins.

Daniel Donahue

Shannon Rhati-

gan, 20 months

old, running the

pee wee race

Stephanie Lloyd

`96 receiving her

trophy from Rich

Gallo

Jack Sherman, 3,

running in the

pee wee race

Brian Leardo, Brian Weiner, and Greg

Tanella

Joseph Chick and Rich Gallo

Daniel Donahue and Liam Egan

Runners excited to

finish the race Phyllis Byrne

Runners getting ready to

start the race

Rich Gallo, Frank McAneney,

and Mickay Newman

Amy Chepaitis, top female finisher

Members of The Federal Law

Enforcement Officers Association

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Nazareth Regional High School and Xaverian High School collaborated on April 16, 2005, in celebration of the Xaverian Brothers’ 150th Anniversary in the United

States.

Students from each school performed in the choir at the Cathedral Basilica of St.

James for a capacity crowd for the special anniversary liturgy.

Xaverian High School’s Pipe and Drum Corps opened the festivities by leading

the 30 Xaverian Brothers into St. James to begin the mass.

Bishop Joseph Sullivan presided at the mass and thanked the Xaverian Brothers

for their dedication and service to education in Brooklyn.

The combined school choirs were outstanding with their hymns of praise that included: “Christ be our Light,” “Hear I am, Lord,” and “Joyful, Joyful We Adore Thee.” Special thanks to the students and teachers, Mr. Joe Lipinski from Xaverian High School and Nazareth’s own Ms. Jeannette Boursiquot, for working with the

students so successfully.

The celebration continued with a reception and dinner at the Brooklyn Marriott. Dr. Robert Muccigrosso, our former principal, welcomed everyone to the celebration

and Rev. Albert Kenny led us in a prayer of thanks.

Brother Arthur Caliman, General Superior for the Xaverian Brothers, was the keynote speaker. Brother Art reflected on the history, current challenges, and future of the Xaverian Brothers as they continue to educate the youth of the world in the

Xaverian tradition.

Thank you to Brother Art, Brother Lawrence Harvey, Brother Bonaventure Scully, Brother Dan Skola, Barry Fitzpatrick, Paul Moses, and Tim King from our own Board of Trustees and especially to Sal Ferrera and Joe Marino from Xaverian High

School. ~Pete M. Doran, Principal

Xaverian Brothers Celebrate 150 Years of ServiceXaverian Brothers Celebrate 150 Years of ServiceXaverian Brothers Celebrate 150 Years of ServiceXaverian Brothers Celebrate 150 Years of Service

Shenelle

Taylor

`05

Bishop J.

Sullivan

Robert Muccigrosso

Cathy Giammarino, Business Man-

ager, with her lovely mom

Jeannette Boursiquot, Assistant Princi-

pal, and Roseann Simmsbey, Campus

Ministry

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Angelo Appierto

Anthony Barnao

Daniel Bartling

Thomas Benvenuto

James Blake

Kevin Callaghan

Frank Cavalone

Joseph Desalvo

Dennis Donohue

Robert Fariclough-Occhiuto

John Ferry

Gerard Gaffney

Joseph Galente

Salvatore Giamalvo

Gerard Graves

William Kneisel

Wesley Knippler

John Kocher

John Lane

Richard Lewis

Robert Malafronte

Albert Marquis

Edward Mezzaedi

Patrick Milone

Joseph Mistretta

Stephen Palaszewski

Donald Pollard

Paul Punturieri

Joseph Rapazzo

Stephen Siemsen

Robert Tarantino

John Tetelman

Joseph Trainor

William Wickham

Steven Wilson

Reiter was also involved. Pete also di-rected the student drama productions for about 10 years, working with the Musi-cal Director, Jim Serpico (now de-

ceased), and a host of other people.

In the late 1970s Pete returned to an earlier interest and started to teach for-eign languages, French and Latin. Around this same time his friendship with a colleague, Ms. Joan Gallager, became more serious, and the couple

married in 1981.

By the late 1980s, the enrollment of the school had diminished quite a bit, and the role of department chair was eliminated. Not interested in returning to a full-time teaching position, Pete, with very mixed feelings, decided to leave and take a part-time job teaching Latin at a public school in Nassau County, from which he retired in June of 2004 and is “re-retiring” this year after filling an unexpected vacancy at the school this past winter and spring. However, he feels as if he never left Nazareth be-cause, as he states, “most if not all of my dearest friends are former students and

colleagues from Nazareth.”

Michael Flynn ’70

Michael graduated from Brooklyn Col-lege Cum Laude with Honors in Sociol-ogy in 1974. He was awarded a Good-rich Scholarship at Western New Eng-land School of Law and finished in the top 12 of his class at New York Law School, receiving a Juris Doctor Degree with Honors in 1978. Michael is a civil trial lawyer specializing in federal court litigation. He has handled all types of cases, including personal injury, prod-ucts liability, medical malpractice, insur-

ance recovery, commercial litigation, breach of contract, subrogation, toxic torts, ADA, discrimination, assault and battery, and negligence. Michael is a nationally recognized expert in railroad litigation, which includes law suits under the Federal Employers’ Liability Act, Safety Appliance Act, Boiler Inspection Act, FRA Regulations and Railway La-bor Act. He has spent 27 years fighting for rail safety and is an author and fre-quent lecturer on railroad law. He is the designated legal counsel to the Brother-hood of Railroad Signalmen nationwide, Transport Workers’ Union on Amtrak, Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers, International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers, Sheet Metal Workers on Long Island Railroad, MTA Police Benevolent Association, Independent Railway Su-pervisors Association and National Con-

ference of Firemen & Oilers.

Michael is admitted to practice in New York and various courts throughout the Northeast. He has established law in 13 reported cases, including a recent case against the MTA on behalf of MTA Po-lice. His pro bono activities have in-cluded being a member of Trial Lawyers Care Committee representing the victims of the World Trade Center Disaster, Nassau County Bar Association Speak-ers Program, and the Nassau County Bar

Association Mentor’s Program.

Furthermore, Michael has been in-volved in many community activities, including serving as baseball coach for Oceanside’s Little League, St. An-thony’s Basketball coach at the CYO Program, Oceanside School District Wide Committee for Development of Site Base Management Plan; Oceanside Middle School Site Based Management

Help Us Find Our Lost Alumni: Class of 1970Help Us Find Our Lost Alumni: Class of 1970Help Us Find Our Lost Alumni: Class of 1970Help Us Find Our Lost Alumni: Class of 1970

Team; Oceanside High School Site Based Management Team; and President of the Hunter Highlands Phase I Condo-

minium Association.

Michael has been married for 30 years to his wife, Janet, and they have three

children.

Cecilia Kennon Socci (in memoriam)

Cecilia worked in Nazareth’s math department from 1971 until 1980. She was the first woman to teach in the de-partment. She was one of the best loved teachers at the school for many years. Known for her smiling countenance and friendly manner, Cecilia served as mod-erator of the math club and junior varsity math team. In 1978, she led the team to a fifth-place finish out of 31 schools. She also participated in the ill-fated

Women’s Faculty Basketball Team.

Cecilia left Nazareth to give birth to her son, Patrick Liam. She later returned to serve on Nazareth’s board of trustees, lending her expertise on matters of cur-riculum development. Cecilia died ear-

lier this year.

125 Women from the Class of 1980

Nazareth is also honoring the 125 women from the class of 1980, the first group of girls to attend the school. These trailblazing women contributed im-mensely to the school when they joined the boys and are now making strides in their professional, volunteer, and family

lives.

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Join Us As We Honor the Classes of 1970 and 1980; Join Us As We Honor the Classes of 1970 and 1980; Join Us As We Honor the Classes of 1970 and 1980; Join Us As We Honor the Classes of 1970 and 1980;

Induct New Members Into the Induct New Members Into the Induct New Members Into the Induct New Members Into the "Brother Cyril Grogan Alumni Hall of Fame" "Brother Cyril Grogan Alumni Hall of Fame" "Brother Cyril Grogan Alumni Hall of Fame" "Brother Cyril Grogan Alumni Hall of Fame"

On October 1, 2005, Nazareth graduates from near and far will return to their alma mater for the Alumni Reunion. This

year, we will be celebrating the special anniversaries of the class of 1970, who graduated Nazareth 35 years ago, and of

the class of 1980, who last walked these halls 25 years ago. All other reunion classes are invited to celebrate with us:

Classes of 1975, 1985, 1990, 1995, and 2000.

At this event, we will present the Brother Cyril Grogan Alumni Hall of Fame award to some very special people for their dedi-

cation to community and church. The honorees are:

Former Faculty Members: Dr. Charlie Reiter (Brother Dennet), board member, and Mr. Peter HolmesFormer Faculty Members: Dr. Charlie Reiter (Brother Dennet), board member, and Mr. Peter HolmesFormer Faculty Members: Dr. Charlie Reiter (Brother Dennet), board member, and Mr. Peter HolmesFormer Faculty Members: Dr. Charlie Reiter (Brother Dennet), board member, and Mr. Peter Holmes

Alumni: Michael Flynn, class of 1970 and Alumni: Michael Flynn, class of 1970 and Alumni: Michael Flynn, class of 1970 and Alumni: Michael Flynn, class of 1970 and

125 Women of the Class of 1980, the first group of women to attend Nazareth 125 Women of the Class of 1980, the first group of women to attend Nazareth 125 Women of the Class of 1980, the first group of women to attend Nazareth 125 Women of the Class of 1980, the first group of women to attend Nazareth

Cecilia Socci, former board member (presented in memoriam)Cecilia Socci, former board member (presented in memoriam)Cecilia Socci, former board member (presented in memoriam)Cecilia Socci, former board member (presented in memoriam)

Please join us in the festivities. Let us know if you are coming!

Date: October 1, 2005Date: October 1, 2005Date: October 1, 2005Date: October 1, 2005

Time: 6:30 p.m., Prayer Service in School Chapel (3rd Floor)Time: 6:30 p.m., Prayer Service in School Chapel (3rd Floor)Time: 6:30 p.m., Prayer Service in School Chapel (3rd Floor)Time: 6:30 p.m., Prayer Service in School Chapel (3rd Floor)

7 7 7 7 ———— 11 p.m. Buffet Dinner and Awards Ceremony, Nazareth Gym 11 p.m. Buffet Dinner and Awards Ceremony, Nazareth Gym 11 p.m. Buffet Dinner and Awards Ceremony, Nazareth Gym 11 p.m. Buffet Dinner and Awards Ceremony, Nazareth Gym

Price: $60/person, includes buffet dinner and wine/beer Price: $60/person, includes buffet dinner and wine/beer Price: $60/person, includes buffet dinner and wine/beer Price: $60/person, includes buffet dinner and wine/beer

Name:______________________________________________________ Class of:__________________

Address:______________________________________________________________________________

City:__________________________________________State:_____________________ZIP:___________

E-mail:________________________________________________________________________________

Daytime Phone:__________________________ Evening Phone:_________________________________

How many attending? __________________________

Names of guests:_________________________ _

Payment:Payment:Payment:Payment:

I have enclosed Check # __________________ in the amount of $____________ .

I would like to pay by credit card: � VISA � MASTERCARD

#:_____________________________________ Exp. Date_____________________________

Please send completed form to: Nazareth Regional High School, Attn: Crystal Bactad, Alumni Office,

475 East 57th Street, Brooklyn, NY 11203

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Words of Wisdom: Class Valedictorian Offers Parting Words to Class of 2005Words of Wisdom: Class Valedictorian Offers Parting Words to Class of 2005Words of Wisdom: Class Valedictorian Offers Parting Words to Class of 2005Words of Wisdom: Class Valedictorian Offers Parting Words to Class of 2005

Graduation Speech by Juan MatosGraduation Speech by Juan MatosGraduation Speech by Juan MatosGraduation Speech by Juan Matos

Good morning Mr. Doran, Mrs. Gil, Ms. Boursiquot, Dr. Lewin, family, friends, and fellow classmates. I am happy and honored to be standing here to represent the class of 2005. In front of you today, an incredible group of people will be graduating. I believe that this has proba-bly been one of the most interesting group of seniors who have ever walked out of Nazareth’s doors. Because we are such an eclectic group, we were able to learn countless things from each other. Each one of us brought something unique to our class to make it better. Four years ago, we came together as strangers; but today, we are leaving here

as family.

This graduation symbolizes a door closing on the past behind us. And now, we look ahead to the future. Some of us might look back to reminisce about our youth. Some will try to re-open the door in order to remember all the good times; while others will make sure the door is shut tight, lock it, and throw away the key. But the past is hard to escape, be-cause it is not something that can be locked behind a door and never seen again. The future will always be built from the voices and teachings of the past. We are at this point in our lives because of the support from so many people, something I call a “driving force.” This force is so powerful because it consists of so much positive energy that our parents, teachers, relatives, and friends have given us. At a young age, we were taught many things that will take us far in life, whether it was as sim-ple as riding a bike or as complicated as AP Calculus. We were taught to peddle in order to reach our destination and to think in order to find the answers. And the answers we find, we must continue to pass down so that future generations

can also accomplish their goals.

But even with all the positive energy we receive from the people around us, it can be terrifying to take that first step out into the world. There will always be that little voice in our heads that tells us that we are not good enough. That is probably because the world tells us that we have to be flawless in order to make it in life. But it’s not about being perfect, it’s about being the best we can be. It is

unrealistic to believe that we can be per-fect. Thus the one thing we should focus on is happiness and making decisions that we can look back on and be content with. So don’t be trapped into thinking we can’t make it if we don’t have every-thing we are “supposed to have.” To quote a line from the movie “A Cinder-ella Story,” “Don’t let the fear of strik-ing out keep you from playing the game.” If we keep this idea with us, as we continue forward in life, there will be no end to the number of great things we can accomplish. However, nothing can be done without the people sitting be-hind us, our parents. My parents have been behind me 100 percent since day one, as I’m sure all of your parents have been. But I am blessed to not only have parents at home, I also have gained a mother here at Nazareth, Ms. Caputo. So for all the parents, if you don’t hear “thank you” or “I love you” often enough, it’s probably because we don’t know how to say it, or just don’t want to admit how important you are in our

lives.

The class of 2005, our incredible jour-ney together here has finished, and we are about to embark on a new one. We will be going our separate ways, hope-fully finding one another again someday. Always remember everything you have learned here, because it will help you reach true happiness, whether it is to become a famous athlete, an engineer, a doctor, a lawyer, or anything else that you set your mind to. So I leave you with a poem that I think sums up our

reason for being here today.

I asked for Strength ... And God gave

me difficulties to make me strong.

I asked for Wisdom … And God gave

me problems to solve.

I asked for Prosperity … And God gave

me a brain and brawn to work.

I asked for Courage … And God gave

me obstacles to overcome.

I asked for Favors … And God gave me

opportunities.

I received nothing that I wanted … But

received everything I needed.

Mr. Pete Doran, Principal,

and Speaker Dr. Arthur

Lewin `67

Valedictorian Juan Matos and

Salutatorian Colleen Hinkson

The graduates of 2005

Jody-Kay Martin and Christopher

Marshall

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Nazareth Regional High SchoolNazareth Regional High SchoolNazareth Regional High SchoolNazareth Regional High School

Invites you to participate InInvites you to participate InInvites you to participate InInvites you to participate In

Career Day 2006Career Day 2006Career Day 2006Career Day 2006 We want you!

Please join other alumni and Nazareth Classes of 2006 and 2007

on

Tuesday, January 31, 2006Tuesday, January 31, 2006Tuesday, January 31, 2006Tuesday, January 31, 2006

for Nazareth’s bifor Nazareth’s bifor Nazareth’s bifor Nazareth’s bi----annual Career Day. annual Career Day. annual Career Day. annual Career Day. (Please respond by Tuesday, January 10, 2006)

We are asking alumni and friends to come to Nazareth to share their stories with small groups of stu-

dents.

• How did you choose your career?

• What motivates you every day?

• What skills are necessary for success?

• What education is needed in order to advance?

In the past we have had representatives from the following fields:

Law, Engineering, FDNY, CIA, U.S. Customs, Psychology, Advertising and Marketing,

Journalism, Print, Radio and Television, Construction, Insurance, Computer Science,

Education, Emergency Services, Religious Services, Performance Entertainment,

NYPD, Volunteer and Community Outreach, Nursing, Psychiatry, Human Resources,

Accounting, Business Owners, U.S. Armed Forces

Please complete the following information and send with your resume or short biography to Alumni/Development Office, Nazareth Regional High School, 475 East 57th Street, Brooklyn, NY 11203. If you have any questions, please call Crystal Bactad, (718) 763-1100 ext. 232 or

email her at cbactad@nazarethrhs.org

Name: _________________________________________________ Grad Year: _______________

Company Name: _________________________________________ Email: ____________________________

Career Field: ____________________________________________ Title: ____________________

Home Address: Home Address: Home Address: Home Address:

Street: ______________________________City:_______________State:_________________Zip:______________

Phone:___________________________________

Business Address:Business Address:Business Address:Business Address:

Street:_______________________________________City: ______________ State: ________ Zip: _______________

Phone: ________________________________________

____ Yes, I will be there on January 31, 2006. I look forward to learning the details.

____ Maybe. Please send me further details or call me to discuss.

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Work for Your Alma MaterWork for Your Alma MaterWork for Your Alma MaterWork for Your Alma Mater Nazareth is seeking applications for the position of Director of Alumni Affairs. Job duties include planning, coordinat-ing and executing all special events for alumni; maintaining alumni records; design, writing and production of the alumni newsletter, Excalibur II; mainte-nance of the website; and assistance in fundraising activities, including an an-nual appeal and grant solicitations. Inter-ested candidates should send a cover letter and resume to Principal Peter Doran, Nazareth Regional High School, 475 E. 57th Street, Brooklyn NY 11203.

Jim Sweizer, Class of 1967: I recently retired from the US Air Force as Director of the AF Voluntary Education Program after 34 years of combined service as an active duty member and civil servant. I am currently Vice President of Federal Programs at American Military University, Charlestown, West Virginia, an online university offering degree programs to over 12,000

military and civilian students worldwide.

Daniel McCarthy, Class of 1975: I am currently Director of Global Benefits at Bloomberg, LLP, the financial information

services company. I’m a CPA who attended Pace University.

Col. David Pistilli, Class of 1978, is Commander of the 89th Communications Group at Andrews AFB, MD, home of Air Force One. David and his wife, Lisa, have three children,

Nicholas, Georgianna, and Isabella.

Frances Sampino-Oswald, Class of 1981: I am a certified medical manager. I received an associate’s degree in accounting.

I am married for 22 years with two beautiful children.

Alexandria Pertose-Capra, Class of 1986, is currently married with a 5-year-old daughter, Amande, and with a new addition to

the family, Alexander Justin.

Gregory Cooper, Class of 1988: The Cooper Family resides in a northwestern New Jersey town called Byram Township. My

family consists of my wife of 10 years, Gregory, Lauren, and Sean. I work for Cadbury Schweppes. We manufacture Halls cough drops, Trident and Dentyne gum, Swedish fish, and Sour

Patch kids candy.

Sandra Perez-Betz, Class of 1991, resides in Florida. She got

married in 2002 and has no children yet.

Berthony Poux, Jr., Class of 1992, is currently the Marketing Executive for I.Q.P.C., the world’s largest conference planning

company.

Tanya Poux-Brand, Class of 1994, is currently a Real Estate Agent with Fillmore Real Estate, the number one Real Estate

Agency in Brooklyn.

Jarrod Sockwell, Class of 1999, received Congressional Gold, Silver, and Bronze medals in 2001. Jarrod graduated in 2004 from Livingstone College in Salisbury, NC, with a B.S. in Sports Management and a minor in Business. He pledged Phi Beta

Sigma Fraternity, Inc.

Nadine Ulloa, class of 2001: I graduated from New York University with a BA in Biology and minors in Astronomy and Anthropology. I will be attending SUNY at Stony Brook as a Ph.D. candidate in the Genetics Program on a fellowship in the

fall.

QUICK ALUMNI UPDATESQUICK ALUMNI UPDATESQUICK ALUMNI UPDATESQUICK ALUMNI UPDATES

Help Wanted!Help Wanted!Help Wanted!Help Wanted!

Are you an alumni parent, graduate, or a friend of Nazareth? If so, we need you! We have officially established the Nazareth Regional High School Alumni Association.

In the “Spirit of Nazareth” we are asking for volunteers to serve on a variety of active committees. For more details, please call Crystal Bactad in the Alumni/Development

Office at (718) 763-1100 ext. 232.

Annual Reunion Committee – Individuals interested in helping to organize and

execute the Reunion.

Spirit of Nazareth Annual Fund – Individuals who recognize the need for alumni to

give back to Nazareth and can help us with phone-a-thons.

Golf Outing – Join our golf committee — John Sattler, Robert Sattler, Matt Gunn ’67, Bernie McPartland ’71, Michael Flynn ’70, Bob Muccigrosso and Steve Carbone —

and help recruit sponsors and golfers for our 16th Annual Alumni and Friends Golf

Outing, to be held on September 6, 2005.

Day of Caring – Help us spruce up our classrooms, hallways, library and other areas during a Day of Caring here at Nazareth. Help us fulfill the dreams of today’s children

and create an atmosphere where we can build the foundations of success.

Class Captains – Looking for alumni who are interested in representing their class in the Alumni Association (don’t worry – only one meeting a year!). Help us reach out to all of our alumni, find our “lost” souls and keep us up to date on what is happening in

their lives!

Excalibur II - If you would like to submit a story or have graphic design experience

we could use your help!

Alumni DirectoryAlumni DirectoryAlumni DirectoryAlumni Directory We hope that those of you who have received the Nazareth Alumni Directory from University Publishing are enjoying learning about the whereabouts of your former classmates and friends. Please be aware that donations to the publishing company do not benefit Nazareth. If you would like to make a contribution to the School, please direct your donation through the Alumni/Development Office at 475 East 57th Street, Brooklyn NY 11203.

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Attention Nazareth Alumni! Attention Nazareth Alumni! Attention Nazareth Alumni! Attention Nazareth Alumni!

As you can see we’re putting every effort into contacting and As you can see we’re putting every effort into contacting and As you can see we’re putting every effort into contacting and As you can see we’re putting every effort into contacting and updating our Alumni records. Do you have news to share with your updating our Alumni records. Do you have news to share with your updating our Alumni records. Do you have news to share with your updating our Alumni records. Do you have news to share with your classmates? Please complete the following form and return it to classmates? Please complete the following form and return it to classmates? Please complete the following form and return it to classmates? Please complete the following form and return it to

Alumni Affairs OfficeAlumni Affairs OfficeAlumni Affairs OfficeAlumni Affairs Office

Nazareth Regional High School Nazareth Regional High School Nazareth Regional High School Nazareth Regional High School

475 East 57th Street 475 East 57th Street 475 East 57th Street 475 East 57th Street

Brooklyn NY 11203. Brooklyn NY 11203. Brooklyn NY 11203. Brooklyn NY 11203.

Or call Crystal at (718) 763Or call Crystal at (718) 763Or call Crystal at (718) 763Or call Crystal at (718) 763----1100 ext. 232 or 1100 ext. 232 or 1100 ext. 232 or 1100 ext. 232 or

via email: cbactad@nazarethrhs.org.via email: cbactad@nazarethrhs.org.via email: cbactad@nazarethrhs.org.via email: cbactad@nazarethrhs.org.

Name ____________________________________________ Class of _______Name ____________________________________________ Class of _______Name ____________________________________________ Class of _______Name ____________________________________________ Class of _______

Address___________________________________________Address___________________________________________Address___________________________________________Address___________________________________________

City ____________________________ State _______ Zip ________City ____________________________ State _______ Zip ________City ____________________________ State _______ Zip ________City ____________________________ State _______ Zip ________

EEEE----mail __________________ Home Phone ________________ Work Phone ______________mail __________________ Home Phone ________________ Work Phone ______________mail __________________ Home Phone ________________ Work Phone ______________mail __________________ Home Phone ________________ Work Phone ______________

Company Name _____________________________ Title ____________________________Company Name _____________________________ Title ____________________________Company Name _____________________________ Title ____________________________Company Name _____________________________ Title ____________________________

Tell us about yourself (Marriage, births, career, honors, etc.): Tell us about yourself (Marriage, births, career, honors, etc.): Tell us about yourself (Marriage, births, career, honors, etc.): Tell us about yourself (Marriage, births, career, honors, etc.):

Please make all submissions in writing as they may

be edited for clarity and space.

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Although most people first think of writing a check when making a contribution, there are other means of giving. Many offer tax savings, which can be of benefit to both the donor and

the school.

Matching Gifts

Some companies have policies of matching current and/or retired employees’ charitable gifts to double (or more than double) the contribution. These programs are administered

through each firm’s personnel office.

Life Insurance

Nazareth Regional High School may be named as the beneficiary of a policy or ownership of the policy may be

transferred to the school.

Real Estate

Real Estate can be an excellent gift because the donor may claim an income tax deduction for the value of the gift and avoid paying a capital gains tax on

the appreciation of the property.

Life Income Gifts

One can make a gift of cash, securities, or other assets to Nazareth Regional

High School and receive both income for life and a charitable tax deduction in return. A variety of trust arrangements

can facilitate such a gift.

Bequests

A bequest in will is another means of contributing to Nazareth Regional High School. An individual may give either an item or other assets. Pecuniary bequests meet the needs of many donors because they provide the school with a percentage of the estate that remains after payments are made to all other

heirs.

Retirement Plans

At the death of the beneficiary, the remainder plan (s) is heavily taxed. Such plans include 401(k) accounts, which are subject to income and excise taxes and may also be diminished by estate taxes. The bulk of the tax burden may be avoided if the remainder value of the plan is bequeathed to a non–profit organization such as Nazareth Regional

High School.

The Gift of Appreciation

Appreciated stock can provide an attractive means of giving. Securities may be contributed by placing them with

a registered broker, bank, or agent to be held for Nazareth Regional High School. This may provide a tax deduction at the fair market value of the securities at the time of transfer and allow you to avoid the capital gains tax liability. The Development Office should be notified of your gift by letter or telephone and

the securities will then be transferred.

Making a Gift to Nazareth Regional Making a Gift to Nazareth Regional Making a Gift to Nazareth Regional Making a Gift to Nazareth Regional High School and Retaining Income for High School and Retaining Income for High School and Retaining Income for High School and Retaining Income for

Yourself and Loved OnesYourself and Loved OnesYourself and Loved OnesYourself and Loved Ones

There are a variety of trust options, including charitable remainder annuity trust, charitable remainder unitrust, and revocable charitable remainder trusts. You can also consider deeding your home to Nazareth Regional High School now, but retaining the right to live in the home for life. A gift of home now allows for a sizeable current income tax charitable deduction, provides estate tax

benefits and saves probate costs.

Any questions on giving can be

directed to the Alumni and

Development Office at (718) 763-1100

ext. 232.

Ways of Giving to Nazareth Regional High SchoolWays of Giving to Nazareth Regional High SchoolWays of Giving to Nazareth Regional High SchoolWays of Giving to Nazareth Regional High School

For the third consecutive year, the mem-bers of The Brother’s United have raised $1000 toward The Kenny Belizaire Scholarship Fund (instituted in remem-brance of our fallen classmate and mem-ber Kenny Belizaire `08). Through the tireless efforts of the members, the school’s climate has become a more enjoyable place. From dress down days to Winter and Spring dances, to Great Adventure Trips, Brother’s United con-

tinues to enliven the spirit of our school.

This year we have been even more fortunate. We have received more than $2000 in outside private donations for the 2004-2005 school year. Mrs. Manelle Belizaire (Kenny’s mom) has dedicated herself and pledged her assis-tance to the scholarship. Mrs. Belizaire has appealed to her family, friends, and co-workers inviting them to keep

Memorial Scholarship Honors Kenny Belizaire `08Memorial Scholarship Honors Kenny Belizaire `08Memorial Scholarship Honors Kenny Belizaire `08Memorial Scholarship Honors Kenny Belizaire `08

Kenny’s spirit alive at Nazareth. We are enthusiastic and grateful for the generos-ity we have received. The scholarship will be awarded to a young male enter-ing as a freshman who has dedicated his studies and who has a love of sports. We are at the beginning stages of selecting a

recipient for the 2005-2006 school year.

I would like to take this opportunity to thank Mrs. Belizaire and the members of The Brother’s United for all their hard work and efforts. Kenny’s spirit will live

on at Nazareth for years to come.

If you would like to receive more information about The Brother’s United or if you would like to make a donation towards The Kenny Belizaire Scholar-ship, please contact the school at (718) 763-1100 ext 224. ~ Jeannette Bour-

siquot, Assistant Principal

Kenny Belizaire

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All in all it was a great year athletically.

Here are a few of the highlights:

GIRLS SWIMMING

The Varsity Swim Team had a great season finishing in 2nd place in the “B” Division. Special awards went to Afryea Prince and Amanda Grannum. Afryea won medals in the 200 yard individual medley and 100 yard butterfly. Amanda won a championship medal in the 200

yard medley.

TRACK

The Track Team had a great season qualifying seven athletes for the state meet. In addition, the team secured two plaques at the prestigious Penn Relays. The Track Team was anchored by Alex-andra Charles and Duane Francois. Freshman standout D’Janae Lewis-

Stephenson blew away the competition.

VARSITY BASKETBALL (BOYS)

In this thirteenth season (10 as a Varsity Coach), Coach Todd Jamison led his team to another great season. The play-off bound Kingsmen were led by Senior Carl Palmer who averaged over 23

points per game.

Athletic Director Rick Dolan, Scholar

Athlete Marsha Sommervil `05,

Principal Peter Doran, and Scholar

Athlete Albert Choute `05.

Salutatorian, Colleen Hinkson `05,

Principal Peter Doran, and

Valedictorian Juan Matos `05.

2004200420042004----2005 Sports Highlights2005 Sports Highlights2005 Sports Highlights2005 Sports Highlights

This year’s Athletic Awards Ceremony took place in the gym, on Thursday,

May 26th.

The evening concluded with the follow-

ing special awards:

MALE ATHLETE OF THE YEAR

David Chestnut

FEMALE ATHLETE OF THE YEAR

Alexandra Charles

SCHOLAR ATHLETES OF THE

YEAR

Albert Choute

Marsha Sommervil

FOOTBALL

The team had a great season led by Coach Tim Smith and his staff. Nazareth beat Tilden for bragging rights in the neighborhood. The team will be retuning to the tough C.H.S.F.L. in September.

Come and support the team.

SOFTBALL

Under the guidance of “Coach of the Year” Kerri Mulqueen, Nazareth made it to the playoffs. Outstanding athletes included Karen Thom, Manisie Men-donca, Lindsey St. Jour, and Eladia Mer-cer. The team thanked Assistant Princi-pal Barbara Gil, who had previously coached the team, by presenting her with

a signed softball.

BASEBALL

“Private School Athletic Association

League Champions,” the team finished the season 15-1 and outscored opponents in the playoffs. David Chestnut was named playoff and League M.V.P. He had a lot of help from Tyrone Benjamin, Brandon Haynes, Jude Joseph, Dereck Arzu, Ronnie Rojas, and Kaheem Lit-tles. Thanks to Coaches Isidro Padilla

and Bob Mistretta.

Awards Ceremony Recognizes AthletesAwards Ceremony Recognizes AthletesAwards Ceremony Recognizes AthletesAwards Ceremony Recognizes Athletes

The Lady Bavetta Scholarship was pre-sented to Eladia Mercer and Francesca Alexis. This award was established by Mr. Richard Bavetta in honor of his two daughters who graduated in the 1980s. The award is presented to a junior girl who shows athletic ability, scholarship, leadership, and service to the Nazareth

Community.

I would like to personally thank every-one in the Nazareth Community for their hard work and dedication to the Athletic Program especially Todd Jamison and The Bianchi Family of Thunderbird Te-

pee. ~ Rick Dolan, Athletic Director

2005 Baseball Champs

2005 Softball Team

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Submitting a Class NoteSubmitting a Class NoteSubmitting a Class NoteSubmitting a Class Note

Class notes are published throughout the year and notes submitted are run in the next

available newsletter. To submit a class note, send in your name, class, year, photo

(if available) and pertinent information to:

Alumni/Development Office Nazareth Regional High School 475 East 57th Street

Brooklyn, N.Y. 11203

You can also email your note to alumni@nazarethrhs.org. Remember to send us your new address if you are planning to move. If you are married, please include your

maiden name.

Parents, if the Excalibur II is addressed to your son or daughter and he/she no longer maintains a permanent address at your home, please notify us of his/her new mailing address by calling Nazareth Regional High School Alumni Office at (718) 763-1100

ext. 232, e-mailing cbactad@nazarethrhs.org, or faxing information to (718) 629-5382.

Mark Your CalendarMark Your CalendarMark Your CalendarMark Your Calendar

September 2005

September 6, The 16th Annual Golf

Outing

October 2005

October 1, Alumni Reunion Celebrating

the classes of 1970 and 1980

January 2006

January 31, Career Day, Alumni come

and speak to current juniors and seniors

Mr. Lawrence Benjamin

Ms. Sharon Brown

Mr. Robert Geary

Mr. William Gorman

Mr. Mathew Gunn

Bro. Lawrence Harvey,

CFX

Mr. Thomas Kennedy

Mr. Timothy King

Mr. John LoMacchio

Mrs. Aida Loperena-Padilla

Sr. Janetta McAlevey, OP

Mr. Paul Moses

Mr. Kevin Parker

Dr. Charles Reiter

Bonaventure Scully, CFX

Mr. Kenneth L. Sheridan

Mr. Raymond Weston,

Ph.D.

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PREPARED BY:

Liz Campbell, Ruotolo Associates Inc.

Crystal Bactad, Administrative Assistant

Thanks to Peter Doran, Rick Dolan, Tom Dewey, Tony DeSimone and the Staff and Faculty at Nazareth Regional

High School

Board of Trustees, 2004Board of Trustees, 2004Board of Trustees, 2004Board of Trustees, 2004----2005200520052005

Help Plan Your Reunion Help Plan Your Reunion Help Plan Your Reunion Help Plan Your Reunion Kristieanne Karlson from the class of 1985 is interested in planning a 20th reunion. Are you interested in helping Kristieanne with the details? If so, please e-mail her at Kristieanne.Karlson@mlb.com or phone the Alumni/Development Office at (718) 763-1100

ext. 232.