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SACK ATTACK. Saints first varsity football game of the season was a non-league 37-7 victory over Bonita Vista High Barons. Stout Saints defense recorded 18 tackles for losses and four QB sacks. On this page is a preview of the season by local sportswriter Don Norcross. For more info on Saints varsity football and first game action go to page 12.

SEPTEMBER 2019 YOUR MONTHLY REPORT ON THE ST. AUGUSTINE HIGH SCHOOL EXPERIENCEST. AUGUSTINE HIGH SCHOOL • 3266 NUTMEG STREET • SAN DIEGO, CA 92104-5199 • 619.282.2184 • WWW.SAHS.ORG

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Principal James Horne

Prep Press Sees Saints Moving Up

Leading up to the San Diego area high school prep football season, the Union-Tribune published a preview of Western League teams, including St. Augustine High.

U-T sports writer Don Norcross gazed into his crystal ball for the following scouting report on Saints: “The Saints won the Division 1 title last year under first year coach Joe Kremer with a 10-4 record. This year the school’s varsity is expected to vault to the lofty Open Division.

Insight & DiscoveryDear Parents and Friends

As the new year begins, excitement

abounds about so many things...new classes, new teachers, new friends, new books, and new backpacks. And with new notebooks, pencils and supplies, students are ready to jump into

learning with big helpings of creative energy. Sir Ken Robinson in his book Creative

Director's Profile:

Leadership SeriesJames Dixon

Editor’s note: The school is proud of the leadership provided by the St. Augustine High School Board of Directors. To thank and honor them and at the same time let the Saints Community to know them a bit more, Saints

Scene has been highlighting individual Board members with a series of profiles during 2019.

Saint Augustine has been an important part of the Dixon Family over many years. My

wife Caroline (OLP ’84) and I were fortunate to send our four sons (Nathan ’09, Kevin ’11, Spencer ’13, Sean ’15) through Saints. My two-younger brother’s (Pat ’82 and Ed ’84) sent all their sons to Saints as well. I recall one year at Saints when there were six Dixons in attendance! Clearly, we are believers in the St. Augustine experience!! My father and Mother, Ed and Lucille

James DixonCalendar Highlights 1ST QuarterSEPTEMBER, 2019 • September 2 LABOR DAY – School Closed • September 6 Last Day to Drop or Add a Class • September 11 Saints Meet the Teacher Night: 6:30 pm • September 15 Family Mass in Vasey Patio: 9:30 AM • September 23-27 Frosh Welcome Week • September 28-29 Frosh Overnight Retreat • September 30-October 3 Frosh Dance Lessons: 3:00 pm–4:00 pm

OCTOBER, 2019 • October 2 APA Lecture Series: 6:30 pm – Social Assurity• October 9th and 10th 8th Grade Visitation Days • October 13 Sophomore Father/Son Event • October 16 Testing Day – PSAT Test • October 18 End of First Quarter

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AUGUSTINIAN HERITAGE

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What We Did This SummerFaculty Keeps on Learning

By Kate Crachy, Saints Religion Instructor

I was fortunate enough this past summer to be selected for the 2019-2020 Action Research cohort of IBSC, which included a trip to Montréal, Canada for the annual International Boys' School Coalition Conference. While there, I was able to meet other like-minded teachers who also share a desire to continue their own education in boys learning and research-based best practices. The conference kicked off what will be a full year of designing and executing my own action research proposal, where I plan to investigate the most effective methods of teaching critical thinking skills in my Ethics II class with seniors. Although the research group was kept quite busy during the conference between general session speakers and breakout discussions, I was lucky to have a few chances to experience some of the breathtaking sites the city has to offer. The past few months seem to have flown by, but the opportunity to participate in the IBSC and visit a beautiful city for the first time was, without a doubt, the most memorable part of my summer.

By John Lamerato, English Department, Chairman and Senior Class Moderator

This summer, I had the pleasure of both attending and presenting at The International Boy's School Coalition's annual conference in Montréal, Canada. The theme of the conference was: "Boys and the Arts, Great Minds, Big Hearts" and my presentation focused on using strategies to help boys feel more comfortable writing their own poetry. In addition to giving a talk, the conference provided the unique opportunity to interact with fellow professionals from around the world who share the same mission of educating young men. It was invaluable to be able to listen to world-class speakers discuss best practices in boy's education and to bring some of those lessons back to the staff at Saints."

Altar of St. Joseph’s Oratory, the most spacious Catholic Church in Canada. Designated a national shine, St. Joseph’s (built in 1967) is located atop Mont-Royal and is considered to have the largest domes in North America.

IBSC conference attendees from St. Augustine High were [left to right], religion instructor Kate Crachy, School President Edwin Hearn and English Dept. Chair, John Lamerato, who was one of the presenters. His topic was within the Boys and the Arts segment of the convention.

Beautiful Montreal is where Saints faculty members along with school President Edwin Hearn attended the IBSC boys school convention held this summer.

Exterior view of Notre-Dame Basilica in the Old Town section of Montreal, which is considered a masterpiece of Gothic Revival architecture. The Basilica was completed and consecrated in 1829.

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BEANIE WEEK. The school will distribute Frosh Beanies, September 19 followed by Saints annual Frosh Beanie Week events thru September 27. Vintage Beanie photo from 2009.

Come September 21, join in the fun to be had at the 25th Annual Alumni Bocce Ball Tournament on the fields at St. Augustine in North Park. The tournament will kick-off sharply at 9 am. Two Person Teams. Form your own team or we will match you with a partner. Raffle and 50/50 drawing proceeds benefit Scholarship Funds.

Breakfast: Mimosas, coffee and doughnutsLunch: Pizza and antipasto saladUnlimited beer, wine, bottled water and soft drinks all day

We have three registration options:$40: Includes bocce registration, food and beverage$25: Food and beverage only$5: Kids under 12 (food and beverage only)

No credit / debit card payments will be accepted the day of the event so register in advance!

For more information contact:Joseph “Danny” Toscano ‘68 (619) 246-6250 • [email protected]

Don't Wait in LineSeason ticket packages for Saints Football and Basketball home games are available. Why wait in line at the games?

Passes are for home games only. Play-off games not included. If you have any questions please contact Mike Stephenson at 619.282.2184 ext. 5538 or [email protected]

If you prefer to order via mail:Make check payable to: St. Augustine Athletic DepartmentMail to: SAHS, c/o Athletics, 3266 Nutmeg Street, San Diego, CA 92104

Student Pit Pass: 1 pass to all home games as well as extra events and promotions–for students only – $50

Adult Pass: 1 pass to all home games – $85

Family Pass: 2 adult passes and 1 student pit pass – $195

Season Ticket PackagesSaints Student “Activity Pass” – $50

Bocce Tourney on Campus

Pete Reck ‘68 (858) 336-2512 • [email protected]

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Alert! Street Pipeline Work Ahead Near Campus

Nothing can get the morning off to a rough start quicker than an unexpected traffic situation .... that is why we are letting you know NOW. The City of San Diego has distributed the map attached to this of planned waterline replacement in the neighborhood to the north and east

of campus. SEE MAP. This work is not defined by a timeframe but is likely to impact school arrival and departure for the entire first semester of the school year. We kindly ask that you make plans to leave 15 minutes earlier than normal and consider dropping student off on adjacent blocks and allow them to walk a short distance to campus—James Horne, Principal.

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ST. AUGUSTINE HIGH SCHOOLACCEPTING BOYS AND GRADUATING MEN WHO CHANGE THE WORLD!

Proverbs 3:13

To be a Saint for a day contact:Paul [email protected]

7th and 8th GRADE VISITATION DAYSWed, Oct. 9th & Thurs, Oct. 10th9:00–11:30am

OPEN HOUSE Sun, Nov. 3rd11am Tours • 12pm PresentationNo RSVP required

ENTRANCE EXAMSat, Jan. 25th, 2020 • 8:30amApply today at sahs.org

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LEADERSHIP. Members of Saints leadership met on campus earlier this summer as part of the annual Saints Board of Directors Retreat. Thank you for all that you do to make Saints among the best high schools in the nation. [clockwise from lower left]: Deacon Dick Hardick, OSA; Dan Morrin; Saints President Ed Hearn; Board Chair David Canedo; John Keller, OSA; Bill Hamlin; Rob Leach; Provincial Gary Sanders, OSA; Jim Zehentbauer; Principal Jim Horne; Linda Small; Casey Callery and Jim Dixon.

LOOKING AHEAD. Here’s a behind the scenes look as Senior Saintsman Jackson Bautista posed for his Class of 2020 cap and gown photo.

ADIOS, PADRE KEVIN. When Fr. Gary Sanders stepped down in 2015 as Provincial of the Western Region of the Augustinian Order, the Very Rev. Kevin Mullins was elected his successor. Fast forward to this spring the roles have reversed. Fr. Kevin, who was ordained in 1990, has been transferred by the Augustinians to the Chicago area. And, Fr. Gary Sanders, once again has been elected Provincial of the West.

MAX MASS. Fall fair weather on Wednesdays ups the chances for an outdoor Mass atop St. Augustine Commons with Saints Chaplain Fr. Max Villeneuve.

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UNSUNG HEROES. Helping others was the mission of Mr. Patrick Thomsen’s Speech Class as they spent a day earlier this year at the San Diego Food Bank, where they packed 6,700 pounds of produce. That much food eventually fed 37,000 persons. Caritas!

PIZZA PALS. Members of the Class of 1961 keep in touch five times a year at Filippi’s Pizza Grotto in Little Italy. That’s quite a crew. Saints Alumni Director Chris Cashman (’93) is asking other alums if they wish to have regular class reunion meetings. If so contact him for more info at [email protected] Speaking of Italian cuisine, the Romano Family retired their Paesano’s Restaurant on 30th Street in North Park after several generations, according to Joe Romano (Saint class of ’73).

In business since 1967, Paesano’s will be replaced by Tabu Shabu, a small chain serving Japanese style hot pot cuisine. Pekin Café, another vintage North Park (1931) restaurant familiar with Saints alums has closed at University and Granada Streets. No word on who will take over the space. Local restaurant media has reported both Paesano and Pekin families closed simply because it was time to retire. They are missed.

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Athletic Hall of Fame Adds 2 New Members Saints will induct two new members to its Athletic Hall of Fame at a special assembly on campus, September 20 at 11:45 am. Congratulations to the new 2019-20 inductees Marco Anzures (’06) and CIF winning Wrestling Coach Joe Craig. Marco was a successful cross-country and track star culminating his prep career by being named Western League Runner of the Year in 2005-2006. In college, Marco ran cross country and track at UCLA, where he was named Second Team All-PAC 10 in 2009. Coach Craig is considered to be the “father of Saints Wrestling.” He was Head Wrestling Coach from 1977 through 1992. He guided Saints Wrestling to three conference titles and the 1992 CIF crown. Two of his students went on to be named Masters Champions. During half of his tenure, he coached while enduring Parkinson’s Disease. Members of the Saints Community and the public are welcome to attend the Hall of Fame induction ceremony.

Sports Roster Spots

Saints footballer Walter Pongia is on the varsity roster as a Freshman at Dixie State University (St. George, Utah).

Chibuzo Agbo, who was a star on last springs Varsity Basketball team, announced over the summer he will play college basketball at Texas Tech (Lubbock, Texas) after graduation.

Saintsman Corbitt Kerr (’19) is off to the University of Southern California this fall. Addition to his Freshman studies he will be playing volleyball for the Trojans.

Mark Lusti (’19) is headed to Long Beach State to pitch for the 49ers. He is the son of John Lusti (’82), nephew of Andre Lusti (’84) and Chris Lusti (’92).

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The school administration and the Austin Parents Association are proud to announce The St. Augustine High School Parent Lecture Series during the Month of October.

October 2nd – Social Assurity Location – St. Augustine Commons

Social Assurity founder, Alan Katzman, returns to Saints for his inspiring presentation that outlines the importance of social media for college bound students and their parents. Based on best practices, Mr. Katzman offers practical guidelines to students in the creation of an online presence that is positive and supports their pursuit of school admission and/or internship placement.

This workshop is also open to families at The Academy of Our Lady of Peace and also to parents of 6th -8th grade students at San Diego Catholic schools. Parents are encouraged to attend with their sons/daughters.

October 23rd - College Topics Night Location – St. Augustine Commons

Need more info on the College Process? Then this night is for you. Learn about the admissions process, hear how admission teams read applications, find info about standardized test preparation (SAT/ACT), NCAA & NAIA athletic issues, and get tips on how to make the most of Financial Aid.

2019 Parent Lecture Series All lectures in the series will begin at 6:30 pm

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A Message from Your APA Board

Welcome Saints Parents & Supporters to the 2019-2020 school year! The Austin Parents Association (APA), a collaborative partnership of Saints parents and school administrators, is a vital part of the Saints community. Together we work to create an enriched learning environment and a sense of community and involvement among Saints families and our School, with the vision of providing a memorable “Saints Experience” for all students and their families.

Your active participation in the APA and its events allows you to be a part of your son’s learning environment and the school in a way that adds tremendous value to the Saints Experience.

Through the APA you will have an opportunity to strengthen the relationship between home and school by becoming informed, involved and educated in your son’s school and its activities. It is only through your active participation that together we can foster a wide range of educational, spiritual, recreational, and cultural programs that will continue to enrich our school community and provide the boys a high-quality Augustinian, Catholic education. We look forward to meeting you and getting you involved!

Sincerely,

Janelle WhittonJanelle Whitton, APA President

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Photo Essay by William Hill, Saints Dad.GUEST BLOG / By Taylor Cratty, KUSI News

To say the Saints varsity football team came marching in would be an understatement after putting on quite an opening night in week 1 defeating the Barons from Bonita Vista High

37-7. Saints first action of 2019 started with a touchdown on the first play of the game, Junior Byron Cardwell ran 70 yards for his first of two touchdowns tonight. Before the confetti settled, Senior Angelo Peraza would find Senior Samuel Scaife (’20) with a 20 yard pass in the endzone. Just before the second quarter Peraza finds Christian Scott (’20) with a 16 yard touchdown pass bringing the score 27-0 St. Augustine. Opening the second quarter similar to the first, Senior Tyson McWilliams returned a punt to the end zone for 47 yards. After a missed field goal the Saints added three more to stretch the lead to 37-0. The Baron’s were able to hang on to the ball long enough to get themselves on the scoreboard in the 4th quarter. St. Augustine will be heading to Eastlake Aug. 30 then Loyola of Los Angeles on Sept. 6 at Mesa College. September action includes away at Otay Ranch on Sept 13 and Helix High at Mesa College on Sept. 20. Saints have a bye Sept. 27. See complete frosh, JV and Varsity schedules in this issue of Saints Scene.

SPEED THRILLSGame 1: Fast Start Flattens Bonita Vista Barons, 37-7.


BAND OF BROTHERS. Saints musicians are simply the best.

SLAM DUNK! Junior linebacker Max Simon, dishes out the first slam dunk of the season.

MARCHING IN. Saints Varsity Football for 2019 roars into the house!

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San Diego Prep Sports Blog (www.partletonsports.com) provided the San Diego County Pre-Season Varsity Football Poll (above). Voting panel, includes 31 sportswriters, sportscasters, various County football honchos.

THE BOSS. Coach Joe Kremer, who led Saints to a Division I title last season, has great hope for 2019 season. Kremer’s Saints return most of their starting line-up on both sides of the ball and are ready to compete with the best in San Diego.

The Big Pre Season PollCan 31 crystal ball gazing sports scribes and coaches be wrong?

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HIGHLIGHTS AHEAD. You’ll be reading a lot about Junior running back Byron Cardwell. He scored two TD’s vs. the Bonita High Barons.

KICK SIX. The “Wild Bunch” (special teams) season got started right as they assisted Tyson McWilliams in returning a punt for a TD vs. Bonita Barons.

RAH STUFF! The Noise Boyz in action.

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STRONG ARM. Saints Quarterback Angelo Peraza came out for the first game in solid mid-season form.

UP, UP. Saints Cheer Squad via AOLP were on their game and on their toes.

SPOT ON. Three heroes here: QB Angelo Peraza, who threw the TD pass; #7 Scott Christian, who caught the leaping 6-pointer and Saints photographer William Hill, timed his photo shot perfectly.

MAX THANX. Per a wonderful tradition, Fr. Max Villenueve leads a post-game team prayer.

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Impact player Byron Cardwell, a running back and linebacker, is one of the state’s best backs. As a Sophomore he gained 1,501 yards from scrimmage. Entering his junior season, Cardwell has already heard from USC, UCLA and Washington State seeking his college services. Another returning letterman, QB Angelo Peraza, a senior, is a play-maker. In the mix is Michael Ambagtsheer, a tight end, who gets open and is also a powerful blocker.

Saints varsity’s personality, though, is on defense where blitz-heavy linebackers helped compile 147 tackles for losses in 2018. Key Players: Byron Cardwell (RB-LB); Michael Ambagtsheer (TE, DE); Angelo Peraza (QB); Tangi Pongia (OL); Sam Scaife (WR); Nick Sylvester (OL); Connor Heffler (LB); Eavan Gibbons (S); Tyson McWilliams (CB-WR); Malcolm Williams (LB) and Jahil Tucker (CB).

PREP PRESS SEES SAINTS MOVING UPContinued from page 1

Help Saints Be a Good Neighbor Please Remember When Driving and Parking Around

School • Avoid double parking • Only travel on the right side of the street • Use the turnouts on Nutmeg St. and at the Palm/32nd parking lot. Avoid

stopping on streets immediately surrounding school (32nd, 33rd, Nutmeg and Palm)

• Do not block driveways • Make no U-Turns on Nutmeg St. • Consider dropping off or picking up your student a couple of blocks from

school to reduce the number of vehicles on Nutmeg and Palm. • Don’t idle in front of neighbors’ homes for long periods. • Drive slowly in the neighborhood 25 mph, and even slower at drop-off

(7:30 am) and pick -up (2:00 pm) times.

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Game By Game 2019 St. Augustine Football

DAY DATE OPPONENT SITE TIME

FRIDAY AUG. 16 GRANITE HILLS (SCRIMMAGE) GRANITE HILLS HIGH SCHOOL 6:30 PM

FRIDAY AUG. 23 BONITA VISTA MESA COLLEGE 7:00 PM

FRIDAY AUG. 30 EASTLAKE EASTLAKE HIGH SCHOOL 7:00 PM

FRIDAY SEPT. 6 LOYOLA (YOUTH NIGHT) MESA COLLEGE 7:30 PM

FRIDAY SEPT. 13 OTAY RANCH OTAY RANCH HIGH SCHOOL 7:00 PM

FRIDAY SEPT. 20 HELIX (HALL OF FAME) MESA COLLEGE 7:30 PM

FRIDAY SEPT. 27 BYE

FRIDAY OCT. 4 MORSE MORSE HIGH SCHOOL 6:30 PM

FRIDAY OCT. 11 LINCOLN LINCOLN HIGH SCHOOL 6:30 PM

FRIDAY OCT. 18 CATHEDRAL CATHEDRAL CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL 7:00 PM

FRIDAY OCT. 25 MADISON (HOMECOMING) MESA COLLEGE 7:30 PM

FRIDAY NOV. 1 PT. LOMA (SENIOR NIGHT) MESA COLLEGE 7:00 PM

FRIDAY NOV. 8 CIF PLAYOFFS TBD





FRIDAY AUG. 23 BONITA VISTA SAINTS 3:00 PM

THURSDAY AUG. 29 EASTLAKE EASTLAKE HIGH SCHOOL 3:00 PM

THURSDAY SEPT. 5 LOYOLA SAINTS 3:30 PM

THURSDAY SEPT. 12 OTAY RANCH OTAY RANCH HIGH SCHOOL 3:30 PM

THURSDAY SEPT. 19 HELIX SAINTS 3:30 PM

THURSDAY SEPT. 26 BYE

FRIDAY OCT. 4 MORSE MORSE HIGH SCHOOL 3:30 PM

FRIDAY OCT. 11 LINCOLN LINCOLN HIGH SCHOOL 3:30 PM

THURSDAY OCT. 17 CATHEDRAL CATHEDRAL CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL 4:30 PM

THURSDAY OCT. 24 MADISON SAINTS 3:30 PM

THURSDAY OCT. 31 PT. LOMA SAINTS 3:30 PM



SATURDAY AUG. 24 GROSSMONT GROSSMONT HIGH SCHOOL 9:00 AM

THURSDAY AUG. 29 EASTLAKE SAINTS 3:30 PM

THURSDAY SEPT. 5 LOYOLA LOYOLA 7:30 PM

THURSDAY SEPT. 12 OTAY RANCH SAINTS 3:30 PM

THURSDAY SEPT. 19 HELIX HELIX HIGH SCHOOL 5:15 PM

THURSDAY SEPT. 26 BYE

THURSDAY OCT. 3 MORSE SAINTS 3:30 PM

THURSDAY OCT. 10 LINCOLN SAINTS 3:30 PM

THURSDAY OCT. 17 CATHEDRAL SAINTS 3:30 PM

THURSDAY OCT. 24 MADISON MADISON HIGH SCHOOL 3:30 PM

THURSDAY OCT. 31 PT. LOMA PT. LOMA HIGH SCHOOL 3:30 PM

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Taste of Saints a Huge Hit!

The second annual TASTE of SAINTS came to life this past May in the St. Augustine Commons. It was a great evening and success with more than 500 attendees

this year. We kept it in the family by featuring only Saints-owned businesses and local breweries, wineries, caterers, restaurants and live entertainment. Proceeds for this 21 and older event went towards the Saints Endowment Fund. This year, we added a VIP event with an earlier start time that included a more intimate start to the evening with deluxe tastings, champagne toasts, music by the Saints 32nd Jazz Band and each guest received a complimentary Saints logo YETI tumbler. Save the date for our next TASTE of SAINTS to be held on Saturday, May 16, 2020 on the rooftop! Saints families wishing to be involved in next May’s Taste of Saints as a sponsor, vendor or if you would like to reserve a private cabana, contact Casey Callery, Director of Community Relations & Special Events, at (619)764-5541 or [email protected].

MEET & GREET. Head of the Academy of Our Lady of Peace, Lauren Lek, caught up with Saints President Ed Hearn at the recent Taste of Saints VIP party held on campus.

EYE ON THE PRIZE. Left to right: Director of Alumni Chris Cashman (’93); Derek McMahon (’84); Rene Vela (’83); Ron Christopher Jones (’84) and Mark Johnson (’83) admire the travel bag that was about to be auctioned off. The bag was actually tan, but the reflection off of Rene Vela’s loud shirt changed reality.

COOL & COOLER. Here’s Saints President Mr. Ed Hearn explaining why there was no door prize at this year’s Taste of Saints fundraiser, but as he points out there was a much cooler top prize offered: a YETI ice chest (complete with Saints logo) won by Jennifer and Aaron Wahl (parents of Sophomore twins Lucas and Tyler).

LACROSSE IN THE HOUSE. This bevy of Saints Lacrosse Moms recently attended the Taste of Saints festivities on campus (left to right): Kathleen Hedberg, Marcy Florence, Dolores Beddow, Teresa Mihalik, Suzanne Lance, Susan Scheper, Kirsten Miller.


mailto:[email protected]

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TASTE OF SAINTSContinued from page 17

NETWORKERS. Alum members of the Saints Connection, a professional networking group, enjoyed the Taste of Saints evening. What’s that you’d like more info joining the group? Contact Chris Cashman at [email protected]

ROCK OF AGELESS. That’s Saintsman Mr. Ron Raymond (’64) flashing back to his high school days by jumping in to play drums with the current 32nd Street Jazz Band at the Taste of Saints fundraiser last May.

Schools shares a great story — I love telling it—of a little girl who was in a drawing lesson. She was six and she was at the back, drawing, and the teacher said this little girl hardly ever paid attention, and in this drawing lesson she did. The teacher was fascinated, and she went over to her and she said, “What are you drawing?” And the girl said, “I’m drawing a picture of God.” And the teacher said, “But nobody knows what God looks like.” And the girl said, “They will in a minute.” There is a pure joy in this open, honest and tremendously self-confident response. And it, in a simple way, communicates the joy that resides in the discovery process. On behalf of the faculty and staff at Saints, I want to welcome you to a new school year and share with you our enthusiasm to work for and with all of you. Please pray for us and for blessings upon the journey toward insight and discovery for our Saintsmen.

In the Spirit of Catholic Education,

James HornePrincipal

INSIGHT & DISCOVERYContinued from page 1

DIRECTOR'S PROFILEContinued from page 1

Dixon, were long term North Park residents and St. Patrick’s parishioners. They had 11 children (I was number 8), 44 grandchildren and many great grandchildren. Point being….there are more Saintsman to come! They had a very warm place in their hearts for St. Augustine High School and were very close to the Augustinians. They believed fervently in the purpose and mission of the School.

It has been a thrill to watch the progress that has occurred at Saints, particularly over the last four decades. Not only the beautiful campus and important physical plant, but also the tremendous growth in the academic and spirituality of the program. As a board member, I have been greatly impressed with the commitment of the Augustinians, alumni, teachers and senior leadership. I have seen first-hand the continual effort to improve the experience and quality of education at Saints. It is wonderful to see the results of this ongoing effort when you visit the campus and engage with students and staff.

Although I never had the opportunity to attend Saints (Hoover High ’77) I feel like, in a real sense, that I have. I have gotten to know so many Saintsman over the years (four brother’s-in-law) and have always admired the true brotherhood that exists at the school. It was gratifying to see our sons develop long term relationships with their fellow Saintsman that will last a lifetime.

I retired in June of 2017 from Wells Fargo Home Mortgage after 30 years with the company. I was regional manager of the builder division on the west coast. Caroline and I have been married for 31 years and are both graduates of USD.

It has been an honor and privilege to serve on the board of directors and to be involved in the various capital campaigns. We are now underway in our effort to create an Endowment at St. Augustine. As a board member I have listened to and witnessed the heartfelt desire of the Augustinians to keep St. Augustine affordable to all. Needless to say, the endowment campaign will be central in fulfilling this desire.

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Saints – RideShare

To school

5 South 15 South 8 West 805 North

Home from School

5 North 15 North 8 East 805 South

SAINTS PROVIDES FAMILIES AN OPPORTUNITY TO COORDINATE CARPOOLS WITH OTHER FAMILIES THAT TRAVEL A SIMILAR ROUTE. TO CONNECT WITH FAMILIES IN YOUR AREA, SIMPLY CONNECT WITH OUR RIDE SHARE EMAIL LISTS. YOU WILL THEN BE ABLE TO COMMUNICATE DIRECTLY WITH OTHERS LOOKING FOR OR PROVIDING RIDES TO AND FROM SCHOOL

AND ACTIVITIES.

MORE INFO ON RIDE SHARE WILL BE SHARED AT STUDENTORIENTATIONS AND BACK TO SCHOOL NIGHT.

Carpool Email Lists

5 [email protected]

15 [email protected]

8 [email protected]

805 [email protected]

SAINTS EXPECTS PERMISSION FOR SUCH TRANSPORTATION TO BE ARRANGED BETWEEN PARENTS OF ALL MINORS AND TO BE CONSISTENT WITH DMV GUIDELINES, PARTICULARLY AS REGARDS PROBATIONARY DRIVERS.

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Publisher: Edwin J. Hearn, Jr. Saints President

Editor-in-Chief: James Horne, Saints Principal

Senior Advisor: Fr. Gary Sanders, O.S.A., Provincial

Senior Editor: Steve Chipp (’68),

Finance & Facilities Augustinian

Saints Scene Coordinator: Thomas Shess, Alum Parent

(’05): [email protected]

Art Director: Kristin Hardy, OLP (’05),

Kristin Hardy Design: kristinhardydesign.com

Circulation Director: Casey Callery, Director

of Community Relations and Special Events.

Editor Emeritus: John D. Keller O.S.A. (’55)

Staff Photographers: Bill Hill, Saints Parent

Correction Policy: While every effort is made to be accurate, we occasionally err. We do apologize to those impacted and kindly ask that you notify Saints Coordinator: [email protected] for any corrections.

Saints SceneYour Award-Winning* monthly

report on the St. Augustine High School Experience

*Awards: Saint Scene has been voted by the San Diego Press Club as the Best Community Newsletter by an Organization, 2011. Second Place in 2006 and Third Place 2012.

Mission of St. Augustine High School – Our mission is to provide a Catholic liberal arts education for young men in an environment that promotes the development of mind, heart and body in the Augustinian tradition. By helping to form loving disciples of Jesus Christ we communicate to the world the gospel values of community, truth and love.

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25th Annual Saints AlumniBocce Ball Tournament

When: 9 a.m., Saturday, September 21st

Where: Athletic Fields on St. Augustine High School Campus 3266 Nutmeg St., North Park

What: Fun-filled day of Spirited Bocce Ball Play. Form your own Two-Person Team or We will Match you with a Partner.

What Else: Mimosas, Coffee and Doughnuts at 9 a.m. Lunch of Antipasto Salad and Pizza. Unlimited beer, wine, soft drinks and bottled water. Great Raffle Prizes!

Why: Tournament Proceeds benefit Scholarship Funds of St. Augustine High School.

How Much: $45 per person. Includes everything. Register by Tuesday, Sept. 17th at Http://alumni.sahs.org For those not wishing to play, $30 for food and bev only. For kids under 12, $5 for food and soft drinks only.

For More Information contact:

Joseph “Danny” Toscano ‘68(619) [email protected]

Pete Reck ‘68(858) 336-2512

[email protected]

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