Central Catholic Boys Sweep Fall Sports2014 State Champions: Soccer • Cross Country • Football

In This IssueOur winter edition of the Central Catholic Magazine features an announcement that we made in September regarding the debut of the Rams Program in 2015. This new program will open its doors to children with intellectual challenges who may not have had access to Catholic secondary education in the past. We look forward to carrying out our mission by including new students and their families. We will also speak with someone new to our community who is making her name known in the local hockey community. Freshman Malone Hiebert is the only girl on her team, but she stands out for all the right reasons.

The Next IssueOur spring issue of the Central Catholic Magazine will be a special edition of this publication to mark the 75th anniversary of our school. We have come a long way since 1939, and continue to grow and adapt as we head into the future. We will explore some of Central Catholic’s treasured moments from the past 75 years and scour the archives to bring memorable materials back to life.

Contact Lynn McFarland ‘90, Alumni Coordinator with your guess:

lmcfarland@centralcatholichigh.org503.230.1056 ext. 243

The photo above was publishedin the summer issue of the

Central Catholic Magazine.

Congratulations to Angela Stewart ’84, who will receive a Central Catholic sweatshirt for correctly identifying

students from the Class of 1984.

(left to right) Kelli (Betker) Eby ’84 and Jean (Fleischmann) Czuba ‘84

Who are these guys?

Identify these students, submit your guesses, and a winner will be chosen in a random drawing on January 6.

“Who are those guys anyway?”

Features:

Rams ProgramPage 5

Student Profile: Malone Hiebert ‘18Page 4

Campus HighlightsPage 6

Alumni UpdatesPage 10

RAMS 75Presidents’ Dinner and Auction

Page 9

Central Catholic Magazine is a publication of

Central Catholic High School2401 SE Stark Street • Portland, Oregon 97214

503.230.1056 • centralcatholichigh.org

LeadershipRev. Msgr. Timothy Murphy ’58, President Emeritus

John Harrington ’66, PresidentJohn Garrow ’76, Principal

Mike Pinder ’77, Director of Development

Board of DirectorsJim Mountain ‘66, Chair

Joe Ferguson ‘52, Vice-ChairMike Haglund ‘70, Secretary

Patricia BradachElise Brown

Hon. Paul J. De MunizRev. John Dougherty, C.S.C.

Gina Garnero-HillJohn Harrington ‘66Tony Leineweber ‘62

Char RileyLeonard Vuylsteke

Jo Willhite, Ex-Officio

Publisher/Layout and DesignJolyn Winczewski

Director of Scholarships and Publications

EditorMike Bodine ’00

Editor and Website Coordinator

Editing TeamKathy Calhoun

Luciana Fischer ‘88Cindy Hart

Elaine Payne

Contributing PhotographersSeth Gardner ‘98, The Photo Treehouse

Barbara Hill ‘85, Barbara Hill PhotographyNoah Homberg ‘16

Curtis St. DenisColleen Thompson

PrintingImage Pressworks

Central Catholic High School is accredited by the Northwest Association of Accredited Schools, The Western Catholic Education Association,

and The Western Association of Schools and Colleges.

Central Catholic Mission StatementCentral Catholic High School is a college preparatory school committed to educating students from diverse backgrounds in a Catholic community, challenging each individual to live as a

Christian witness in service to others.

Notice of non-discrimination as it applies to students and employees at Central Catholic High School:

Central Catholic High School admits students of any race, color, national, and ethnic origin to all of the rights, privileges,

programs, and activities accorded or made available to students at the school. It does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national, or ethnic origin in the administration of its educational

policies, scholarship and loan programs, and other school administered programs. Likewise, Central Catholic High School

does not discriminate against any applicant for employment because of race, color, national or ethnic origin, or gender.

On the CoverSeniors David Drake and Gunnar Vik and junior Ronnie Rust represent their

championship winning teams!

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Over the past number of years, Msgr. Murphy and I have met with countless alumni, parents, past parents, and friends of Central Catholic. Our visits are primarily to strengthen the connection and foster positive communication between them and the school. In our 75th anniversary year, there is much we can reflect upon as we find ourselves talking about people, events, and how we have developed a reputation for our school of which we can be proud.

Part of our message underscores the school’s emphasis on being a welcoming and inclusive community. The school’s mission states that we are a college prep school and are “… committed to educating students from diverse backgrounds in a Catholic community.” With that in mind, Msgr. Murphy and I share how the profile of the student body today reflects students from over 80 different elementary and middle schools in the Portland Metro area, how we have students from a broad range of socio-economic backgrounds, how a third of our students identify as minority status, and how as a college prep high school, we continue to send 97% of our students to college – at many of the finest universities in the country.

Invariably, the conversation turns to Central Catholic’s plans for the future. Conversation includes both facility and program plans for the coming years. With our current enrollment at 920 students, the highest since the 1960s, we can hardly wait to cut the ribbon on the Monsignor Tim Murphy Center this summer. The new facility upgrade will bring us classrooms, a student commons, counseling center, conference room, weight room, and music center. Its opening will have a tremendous impact on the school.

One of the emerging programs of which we are most proud is the Rams Program which will reside within our Student Support Services Department. In the past five years under Principal John Garrow ’76, we have been welcoming and accommodating students with various learning challenges and disabilities. These students have been supported academically to ensure they will graduate with their classmates. The success of this effort is due in large part to Student Support Services Coordinator Dean Heuberger, and the many teachers who provide such caring support. Now, with the addition of Assistant Principal Dr. Sara Bruins, who has a strong background in special education, we will accept students who have traditionally not been a part of Catholic schools due to their inability to meet the requirements of a college preparatory curriculum. You can read in more detail about the program in this edition.

The response to this new Rams Program has been overwhelmingly positive. As a Catholic educator, I am delighted with our school’s efforts to make a Catholic education possible for even more students, regardless of their intellectual abilities. It fits our school’s mission and makes me proud to say I work at Central Catholic High School.

Sincerely,

John Harrington ’66 President

As we move into the 2015 calendar year, our Central Catholic community has cause for celebration. We’re continuing our 75th anniversary celebration and a look at our students and campus offers a vivid reminder of the reason for our celebration. Many students claim a family blood line that carries back to the school’s beginnings 75 years ago, while others are first generation Rams. Our buildings and classrooms equally

carry with them solid reminders of the old and the new. The offices and classrooms toward the front entrance of the building can be dated to the start of the school back in 1939. The frame of our construction project as it currently stands in the interior of the school property proclaims that, by the start of the summer vacation, we will have new meeting and classroom space to provide more quality space for our future students’ educational needs. For this, we can only be grateful to our families and our community for their trust, loyalty, and support.

While we look at an expanded student body and facility, we are assured that the community is focused on our future. And, when we think of our educational programs we can think about our Rams Program as our declaration of inclusivity in wanting to more adequately answer to our future families. The inclusivity in the school year ahead will permit us to introduce an educational option for families, some of whose educational needs could not be met at Central Catholic in the past.

We are five years into a program for students with special learning needs, and now we’re extending our reach to include students with intellectual challenges, hoping to “individualize each child’s education, while maximizing opportunities for inclusion in our mainstream curriculum, spiritual education, and extra-curricular activities,” as stated in our announcement of the program. Their unique gifts will benefit our community, as will their fuller participation in the life of the Church. There have been times in the past when we have excluded students whose siblings have gone to Central Catholic. Now, we will be able to include these family members in our educational community. This is nothing more than trying to bring the gospel message of sharing the Good News with as many as possible. Please keep this extension of our Central Catholic educational mission in your prayers as we bring it to reality.

Sincerely in Christ,

Rev. Msgr. Timothy Murphy ’58President Emeritus

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Welcome New Board Member

RésuméName: Gina Garnero-HillOccupation: Community VolunteerProfessional Background: I worked at Nike in event planning, apparel product management, and then as a contract project manager on and off from 1990 until 2005. I have been fortunate enough to have the opportunity to stay at home and spend my time volunteering for our kids’ schools, sports teams, and the non-profit

organizations our family supports.Education: I received a Bachelor of Science in Advertising/Journalism degree from the University of Oregon in 1990. Residence: Northeast PortlandCentral Catholic connection: I am a parent of current Central Catholic freshman, Austin and 2014 graduate, Peyton. I served as the 2014 Presidents’ Dinner and Auction Chair and as a member of the Monsignor Tim Murphy Center Campaign Committee. I also helped open the Ram Store in Fall 2012, while working on the new Central Catholic marketing project to create new apparel and gear to be sold to students and families.What would you like to see as a legacy of your service to Central Catholic? I want to see Central Catholic remain as academically challenging, athletically strong, socially and racially diverse, authentic, accessible, accepting, and as open to growth as possible. The school should be a good fit for everyone.Yardstick of Success: Graduating seniors heading off to universities across the U.S. with the knowledge, skillset, and faith that prepare them for all that lies ahead. Mentors: My parents and my husband Elliott. Also my grandfather, Bob Newland, who always urged us to “do the right thing,” as controversial as that might be. I’ve used that as a guide many times over the years.Word that best describes you: Blessed.

More About MeLike best about Board of Directors’ work: Any time I invest outside of the family, it has to include my favorite interests: kids, sports, and education. I love trying to make a difference for the the end users... the students.Person you are most interested in meeting: Pope Francis.Pet peeves: Dishonesty and lack of follow through are two things I cannot tolerate.Greatest passion (besides Central Catholic): Family!First choice for a new career: Two of my favorite pastimes are traveling and food, so I think my new career would have to combine the two. Being a traveling food critic would be perfect!Favorite quote: “Be the change you wish to see in the world.”Most influential book: The Odyssey by Homer.Favorite website: Kayak.com. This is where I dream about all the trips we’re going to take (whether real or dreamt).Favorite cause: Anything that combines children, education, and athletics (if possible). St. Andrew Nativity School is a favorite!Favorite movie: Star Wars or Les Misérables.Favorite musician: Jack Johnson.Most treasured possession: Family.Favorite vacation destination: Christmas in Bend with extended family and friends or La Foce, in Tuscany.Favorite restaurant: Le Colonial.Favorite way to spend free time: Anything outdoors; doing something sporty with my family like skiing, cycling, or hiking.

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Some things just feel right. For freshman Malone Hiebert, what feels right is strapping on pads and skates. At the age of 14, Malone is playing hockey at the highest level for her age group with the Portland Jr. Winterhawks. For those who are not familiar with our area’s youth hockey leagues, the Jr. Winterhawks is basically an elite academy system for Portland’s professional hockey team, the Portland Winterhawks. Malone grew up in northeast Portland and attended St. Therese before coming to Central Catholic.

Malone is not only surviving on the Jr. Winterhawks Travel A team, she is thriving. It is early in the season, but with 3 goals and 7 assists, she is among the team’s leaders in points. At first glance, one wouldn’t presume Malone to be a star center on a hockey team. “When people find out I play hockey, they usually ask, ‘Do you have all of your teeth?’ or ‘what is it like playing with a bunch of boys?’” she says.

It turns out, the answers to both of those questions are simple. Malone has all of her teeth, and she loves playing with boys. In fact, she also played football in fourth and eighth grade! Malone added that she gets along well with boys and has made a number of friends from her time playing hockey and football. At the age of six, she saw a youth team playing a scrimmage during a break between periods at a Winterhawks game, and she really wanted to join them. So, Malone’s parents Bill and Tracy Hiebert, signed her up for skating lessons. As she became a stronger skater, Bill and Tracy urged their daughter to pursue figure skating. But Malone wasn’t interested. Hockey was her calling, and wearing borrowed equipment, Malone began playing at Mountain View Ice Arena in Vancouver at the age of 10.

Since her introduction to the sport, the early morning practices and private coaching has paid off as she moved through the age-based divisions and began playing with the Jr. Winterhawks. As a member of a traveling team, Malone visits cities with youth teams up and down the West Coast and in Canada for league games, regional tournaments, and invitational camps. In fact, while most of us were finishing the Thanksgiving turkey, Malone and her family were driving to Spokane for an away game.

In the coming year, Malone is hoping to join the all-girl Washington Wild U19 team in Seattle. Ultimately, her goal is to play hockey in college. She has looked at hockey powerhouse Providence College in Rhode Island as a possibility, but a love for the Green Bay Packers has landed the University of Wisconsin at the top of her list. When asked what could come next after college, Malone replied, “I would love to play in the Olympics, but I’m really going to focus on my education.”

While being the only girl on her team has not held her back, Malone understands the importance of making hockey more accessible to girls and is helping the Jr. Winterhawks develop an all-girls league. She is currently helping coach girls from ages four to twelve.

All of the individual talents and experiences of our students only benefit the wider community, and enrich the learning environment. We are very happy to have Malone as a student at Central Catholic, and are excited to see what she accomplishes as she blazes her own path in a male-dominated sport.

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Malone Hiebert ‘18:Face-offs, Not Figure Skating

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As many of you have heard, Central Catholic is preparing to launch a new academic program specifically designed to meet the needs of students with unique learning challenges. The Rams Program will begin operation during the 2015-2016 school year and will be housed in the Monsignor Tim Murphy Center, which is scheduled to be completed in August of 2015. Our mission is to serve and educate students from diverse backgrounds in a Catholic community, challenging each individual to live as a Christian witness in service to others, and we are excited to be carrying out our mission by opening our school to a new underserved student population.

While Central Catholic has been serving students with special learning needs for several years, in 2015 we will expand our current program and open our doors to students with intellectual challenges. Central Catholic introduced the Student Support Services program in 2010, and has been focusing on bringing aboard faculty and administrators that have training and experience in special education. In preparation for the implementation of the Rams Program, Central Catholic hired Assistant Principal Dr. Sara Bruins in 2013. Dr. Bruins has a master’s degree in special education, a Ph.D. in Education with a focus on special education, and many years of experience as a teacher and administrator of special education programs. In the Rams Program, our plan is to individualize each child’s education, while maximizing opportunities for inclusion in our mainstream curriculum, spiritual education, and extra-curricular activities.

As early as 1978, the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops released a pastoral statement calling on all Catholic schools to seek ways to provide a Catholic education to students with intellectual challenges. “Realizing the unique gifts children with disabilities have to offer the Church, we wish to address the need for their integration in the Christian community and fuller participation in its life... There can be no separate Church for people with disabilities. We are one flock that serves a single shepherd.” Further, Pope Francis reminds us, in ways that words alone cannot, to open new doors of opportunity and visions of possibility for everyone. His message of love and inclusion distills the essence of Jesus’ teachings to live out our obligations to each other. Central Catholic is proud to be putting these words into action.

After the initial announcement of the Rams Program’s formation, parents of a special needs child and members of The Madeleine parish, Catherine and Brad Glavan sent in a picture of their son Leo (3), who has Down syndrome, holding a sign that reads, “Class of 2030!” He is surrounded by his sister Celine (8) and his brother Luke (5), both of whom are students at The Madeleine School.

For parents of children with special needs, deciding where to educate their children is no easy decision. “The fundamental goal that we have for our son Leo with Down syndrome is the same as for our two older children. We

want them to be educated within a community that nurtures and supports academic, spiritual, and social development,” explained Brad. At the same time, the Glavans understand that many Catholic schools don’t have programs in place that children with intellectual disabilities need. Brad continued, “So, we weigh these priorities – the loving, faith-filled community he knows [at The Madeleine] against the specialized educational services he may need. But we also hope, pray, and trust that ‘where there’s a will, there’s a way.”

“When we heard of the program at Central Catholic, we were thrilled with the opportunity for Leo and for the Central Catholic community. This program is a way for students like Leo to not only remain within the community that has nurtured him, but also for him to continue to build and teach the community in a unique and profound way,” Brad concluded.

There is clearly a need for special education in private schools, and Central Catholic is thrilled to be able to invite new students and families into the community. Through the generous support of our capital campaign donors, the new program will be located in a beautiful new building, and as soon as the program was announced, additional donors stepped forward to provide tuition assistance for the students entering the program.

The Class of 1950, led by classmates George Galati, Al Weber, and Dick Safranski, has decided to support the Rams Program by making money available for tuition assistance through an endowed scholarship. George Galati, who has become an unofficial spokesperson for the larger group of donors, is a former high school principal whose granddaughter Hannah happens to be a child with special needs. “They are souls,” says Galati. “Public schools can do a good job, but here at Central Catholic, they will also benefit from the spiritual component.”

Thanks are due to our benefactors, who are setting the Rams Program up for success with their contributions to the capital campaign and to the endowment. We are extremely thankful to them and to our entire Central Catholic community for their trust and support. Our dream will soon become a reality and we are now eager to move forward in sharing our vision.

Questions about the program and more information about specific requirements for entry are available by contacting Principal John Garrow ’76 at jgarrow@centralcatholichigh.org, Student Support Services Coordinator Dean Heuberger at dheuberger@centralcatholichigh.org or Assistant Principal Dr. Sara Bruins at sbruins@centralcatholichigh.org. If you are interested in helping provide tuition assistance to our new student population by donating to the Class of 1950 Endowed Scholarship, you can make a gift online, or contact Mike Pinder ‘77, Director of Development, at mikepinder@centralcatholichigh.org. As we further develop this groundbreaking program, we thank you in advance for your prayers and support.

Central Catholic Introduces New Program for Special Needs Students

Celine, Leo, and Luke Glavan share their excitement about the new Rams Program.

Students from several classes filled the PAC to witness a session of the Oregon Court of Appeals. Judges heard arguments regarding three actual criminal cases.

Llaelyn Sierra-Cortez ‘18 plays “Sleigh Ride” with the Morning Band during the Christmas Concert.

A group of freshmen package pinto beans at the Oregon Food Bank.

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Students welcome visitors beneath 75th anniversary banners.Over 1,600 people attended Central Catholic’s Open House.

Parker Shaffer ‘16 delivers an armload of coats during the record setting Food, Coat, Blanket, and Penny Drive.

The cast and crew of Almost, Maine celebrate a successful run after their final performance.

Bishop Peter Smith presides at Christ the King Mass along with several concelebrating priests.

Sydney Jones ‘18 enjoys Grandparents Day with her grandparents, Roger and Barbara Clark.

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Central Catholic’s student athletes are off to an amazing start with three championships and one second place finish, all during the fall 2014 season. We brought home state championships in boys’ cross country, boys’ soccer, and football, and finished second in state in volleyball.

After struggling at times during the season, the boys’ cross country team hit their stride late in the season and won the state meet by a large margin despite missing a couple key runners. In the past four years, boys’ cross country has won three state championships and four conference titles. Coach Frank claimed, “This is without question the best and most decorated class we’ve ever had at Central Catholic, and given our tradition, that is an incredible compliment.” This is David Frank’s eighth state championship as a coach at Central Catholic.

The boys’ soccer team cruised past neighbor-hood rival Grant High School in a 3-0 win at the OSAA 6A State Championship. The championship win comes after finishing second in the state in 2013. “All season, the boys fought and played hard every minute of every game,” added Head Coach Jimmy Weber. The Rams were able to carry the momentum of last year’s successful season into 2014

and battled hard all the way to the state title. Adding to this year’s success, Jimmy Weber was named the OSAA 6A Coach of the Year and his son Brennan was named the OSAA 6A Player of the Year. Central Catholic also won the state title in 2007, making this the second state championship for boys’ soccer since the sport was added in 1975.

Last year, the football team reclaimed the state championship after a 60-year drought, and with this year’s win, the Rams have become the only team in Oregon history to win back-to-back

Central Catholic Athletes Excel On and Off the Fieldtitles more than once. The team’s only loss came at the hands of St. John Bosco High School in Bellflower, California, the top ranked football team in the country at the time. The Rams turned in a dominant performance, winning the championship game 49-0 against Tigard. Head Coach Steve Pyne commented, “The support we receive from our students, parents, community, and coaches is amazing.”

The volleyball team finished second at the state tournament after losing a tough game against Jesuit. The team finished with 25 wins and five losses, winning every league match during the season. The Rams have won five championships in volleyball since 1997, three of which came consecutively from 2009-2011.

Athletic Director Laura Jaeger emphasized, “I am proud of our teams’ accomplishments not just on the field, but in the classroom, and in the community. They show a tremendous amount of support and spirit during events like the Food, Coat, Blanket, and Penny Drive.” Thanks are due to the families, teachers, and staff who help our student athletes succeed athletically and academically. With three championships already under our belt, we look forward to continued success during the winter and spring seasons.

Our Athletes Also Shine in the Classroom

Fall Team Average GPA

Girls’ Cross Country 3.71

Girls’ Soccer 3.65

Boys’ Cross Country 3.60

Volleyball 3.56

Boys’ Soccer 3.50

Football 3.37

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Development UpdatesAnnual AppealWe were touched when we received the following note from a 1959 grad: I recently made a small gift, as asked by Sr. Jerome

Zerr, OSB. To my amazement, a letter of thanks was returned to me signed by Msgr. Timothy Murphy and John Harrington. I’ve read and reread that letter a number of times. Both included a ‘special thanks’ note below their names. For them to have taken the time to write ‘anything’ is very special. In the future, I’ll try to send along, to my ability, what is available to help.

My prayers will also accompany my offerings.

Yes, it is true! Msgr. Murphy and John Harrington personally sign each and every acknowledgement letter that we send for the Annual Appeal. At times, there are hundreds on their desks waiting to be signed – but both consider it a privilege to personally thank each of you for your selfless gifts to Central Catholic. And, our prayers accompany our letters to you as well.

Annual Appeal Challenge MatchEach year since 2009, when Joe Weston ’56 first issued his challenge match, we have not only met, but exceeded each goal he has set. We are very grateful to The OCF Joseph E. Weston Public Foundation for once again issuing a two-part Annual Appeal challenge to alumni, parents, and friends of Central Catholic: a challenge of $100,000 will match new and increased amounts designated “tuition assistance for immediate use”, and an additional match will provide $200,000 to the endowment fund for all new and increased amounts made to any scholarship or fund. All new and increased amounts received by the end of this fiscal year (June 30, 2015) will be matched. If you haven’t done so already, please consider helping us qualify for this year’s match.

Parent Investment ProgramAs part of the Annual Appeal, we invite current parents to help bridge the gap that exists as a result of tuition being set at only 80% of the full cost of educating one student (full cost: $14,899). Our hope is that parents who are able, will cover the full cost of their student’s education by making a tax-deductible gift of $3,075. Some pay the entire gap amount, while others are only able to cover a portion of the gap. In any case, each and every gift is important and very much appreciated.

Honor and Memorial GiftsDid you have a teacher who was there for you through the highs and lows of being a teenage student at Central Catholic? Are you a parent who is grateful for the impact a coach or teacher had on your student? Would you like to honor them in a special way? You can make a gift to Central Catholic in honor or memory of a special teacher or family member and we will notify them or their family of your gift. We will also list both your names in the President’s Report on Development, which is published each fall. You can also contact members of your team or class and make a group donation in a coach or teacher’s honor/memory. It is a meaningful way to say thank you to someone who played a critical role in shaping students into the people they are today.

Central Catholic Annual Appeal, 2401 SE Stark Street • Portland, Oregon 97214

503.230.1056 • Ext. 443

students 4 students FundraiserOur annual student fundraiser is officially underway!

Remember when students used to lug cases of Almond Roca® from Central Catholic and sell it door to door? Almond Roca® was effectively spread citywide by eager Central Catholic Rams.

Much like in the past, our students are hitting the streets on behalf of Central Catholic. The difference is today, instead of candy, our students are bringing an important message to the Portland area: easily one-half of their classmates would not be able to attend Central Catholic without the help of financial aid. Our students are raising funds to help their own classmates benefit from a Central Catholic education.

The students 4 students Fundraiser helps keep tuition affordable for all students and most importantly, the students are fundraising for each other!

If a student approaches you for a donation, please take a moment to listen to their request and ask questions about their school experience. For some of these students, asking for donations is difficult, but talking about what they love about Central Catholic is easy!

You can participate in this fundraiser even if you don’t know a current student, or don’t live in the area. Simply go to centralcatholichigh.org and make a donation online. In the field that asks what student you are sponsoring, enter “Central Catholic Magazine” and we’ll know you read it here and you want to help a student reach their goal of $150.

Would you like to advertise your business? If you donate $500 or more, you are considered a Patron Sponsor and your business or family will be listed both on a banner in the gym where thousands of sports fans come each year, and in a future edition of the Central Catholic Magazine with a readership of over 10,000.

Students celebrate fundraising success at Canby Cinemas.

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Mark your calendar for the Twentieth Annual Presidents’ Dinner and Auction, to be held on April 25, 2015. This year’s theme is RAMS 75, and we will be celebrating Central Catholic’s 75 years of faith, community, and education.

There are many ways you can be a part of RAMS 75:

• Attend the Auction In honor of our 75th anniversary, we

are offering a special price of $75 per person! You simply can’t go wrong when it comes to spending an evening with the Central Catholic community.

• Auction Sponsor Each year, the auction committee sets

a goal of completely underwriting all expenses associated with the auction. When the auction is underwritten, all proceeds earned at the event directly

benefit students and their families. There are many levels of sponsorship ranging from $2,000, $5,000, and $10,000, to $20,000 gifts and beyond.

• Catalog Advertisement Promote your business! Ads range from

business card size to full-page. Families can even purchase full-page ads to show their love and support of Central Catholic.

• Donate Items We are looking for everything from gift

cards to vacation homes, and Blazers tickets to airline tickets. Ask yourself this, “Who do I know who would be willing to donate something if I simply asked them to do so?” You will be amazed at how happy people are to say, “Yes!” if you just ask.

• Table Captain Organize a table of ten in the Portland

Ballroom at the Oregon Convention Center. Invite your friends or colleagues for a fun-filled night. They will enjoy bidding in the silent auction, sitting down to a delicious meal, raising their paddle at the live auction, and dancing the night away after the raffle drawing.

• Volunteer Join a committee, work on mailings, or

help set up on the day of the auction. No matter what you do, you will be working with people just like yourself who are dedicated to making RAMS 75 a huge success.

For more information visit centralcatholichigh.org

or contact Luciana Fischer ’88, Director of Events, 503.230.1056 or lfischer@centralcatholichigh.org.

The Twentieth Annual Presidents’ Dinner and AuctionSaturday, April 25, 2015 • Oregon Convention Center

Kevin ‘98 and Brittany (Greene) ‘98 Stolle welcomed a daughter, Josephine Louise, on March 11, 2014.

Kelly (Detz) Campbell ’98 (above) is working as a biostatistician for a large contract research organization and is married to Doug Campbell who serves in the Marine Corps.

Sarah (Hagerty) Pettey ‘99 and husband Danny welcomed a son, Jonathan Edmund (above), on August 6, 2014.

Brandi (Wildfang) Simmons ‘99 and husband Andy welcomed a son, Jackson Kendrick (above), on November 9, 2013.

Tom ‘00 and Julie Hankel are the proud parents of Hunter James born on March 6, 2014.

Chad ‘00 and Stephanie (Dickinson) ‘00 Warneke welcomed a daughter, Stella Grace, on June 24, 2014.

Frank Murray ’74 and Sherri Layton September 6, 2014

Vancouver, Washington

Will Murphy ’94 and Evelyn Hall September 2, 2014

All Saints Church • Portland, Oregon

Nori Trevarthen ’97 and Brad Utterstrom August 25, 2014

All Saints Church • Portland, Oregon

Lizzie Bennett ’99 and Blake Giles(above)

September 27, 2014Brasada Ranch • Bend, Oregon

Among the many alumni in attendance, were Kimberly (Bennett) Tracy ‘02 (fourth from the right), Katie (Turina) Fuller ‘99 (far left), and Jenny (Ferguson) Streb ’99 (third from right).

Megan Gill ’03 and Ryan WenzingerAugust 9, 2014

St. Patrick Church • Portland, Oregon

Nick Harrington ’03 and Marianne Bradach ’04(above)

June 21, 2014All Saints Church • Portland, Oregon

Clare Foley ’05 and Jon ClancyAugust 22, 2014

Our Lady Star of the Sea ChurchStevenson, Washington

Matt Leineweber ’05 and Karen Chiang September 12, 2014

St. Rose of Lima Church • Portland, Oregon

David Carr ’11 and Zalena Puentes-Davis ’11 August 2, 2014

St. Agatha Church • Portland, Oregon

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Alumni UpdatesWhat’s Up with You?

Bill George ’66, retired Principal of La Salle High School, has been formally honored by the Institute of the Brothers of the Christian Schools as an affiliated member for having served Lasallian ideals in an extraordinary way.

Dr. Dennis Rosenbaum ‘70, (above) Director of the Center for Research in Law and Justice at the University of Illinois, was recently named Compliance Officer at the City of Portland and will oversee police reform mandated by the U.S. Department of Justice. Retired Oregon Supreme Court Justice and member of Central Catholic’s Board of Directors Paul J. DeMuniz will be a member of Rosenbaum’s team.

Frank Murray ’74, and his band “Petty Fever,” won “Tribute Band of the Year” for the second year in a row at the LA Music Awards. Frank was also nominated for “Live Performer of the Year.”

Jim Kuffner ’89 was recently named the Director of Robotics at Google. Jim earned a Ph.D. in Computer Science from Stanford and has over two decades of experience working in robotics, including several years developing Google’s driverless car. Jim is also a professor at Carnegie Mellon’s Robotics Institute.

Brian Chaney ‘93 and wife Joan welcomed a son, Jackson Hawk, on June 20, 2014.

Sarah (Campbell) Desroses ‘94 and husband Jacques welcomed a daughter, Melina Ivry, on November 22, 2013. She joins brothers, Caleb and Xavier.

Jory ‘95 and Shannon (Keenan) ‘98 Moran welcomed a son, Asher Bradley, in July 2014. He joins brothers, Jasper (4) and Eli (2).

Chris Herberholz ‘97 and wife Kristen welcomed a son, Camden David, on September 1, 2013.

Jay ‘00 and Sarah (Hastings) ‘98 Bennett welcomed a daughter, Emerson Marie, on June 30, 2014. Maddie joins brother, Jackson (6) and sister, Madison (4).

Marriages

Ben ’00 and Amy (Powers) ’00 Wiltgen welcomed a daughter, Maisy Jane (above), on October 14, 2014.

Mat Mattila ‘01 and wife Audra welcomed a son, Luca Mathew, on December 25, 2013. He joins sister, Claire (2).

Michael Harrington ‘01 and wife Danielle welcomed a son, Landon Michael (above), on July 22, 2014.

Calvin ‘01 and Danielle (Wiggins) ‘01 D’Silva welcomed a son, Noah Cole, on June 26, 2014. He joins brother, Kai (2).

Therese Hankel Reynolds ‘03 and Ken Reynolds welcomed a son, Zachary Joseph, on May 8, 2014.

Alex (Lundstrom) Blue ‘07 and husband Duey welcomed a daughter, Sapphira Eden (above), on May 29, 2014.

Abigail Coburn ’08 will wed Martin Rogers on July 4, 2015 at Glacier National Park in Montana. Abigail has her Bachelor of Arts degree from Carroll College and is currently pursuing a graduate degree at the University of Montana School of Law.

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1940sAlvin John Schwerdt ‘47 passed away October 31, 2014. Al is survived by his wife, Jeannine; daughters, Susan Nicoletti and Jeannine Buskuhl; and brother, Victor ‘53.

James Patrick McDowd ‘48 passed away August 14, 2014. Pat is survived by his sons, Mike and Tim; daughter, Patti Foehr; sisters, Peggy Whitlock and Nina; and brother, Bill ‘45.

John William Bobzien ‘49 passed away June 19, 2014. Jack is survived by his wife, Anita; children, Lisa Griffiths, Lori Kemper, Phillip, Paul, and Kenneth; and sisters, Florence Klein and Dolores Huwaldt.

1950sJoseph Patrick Muehlfeit ‘50 passed away August 2, 2014. Joe is survived by his wife, Carmela; daughters, Julie Harper and Jennie Bailey ‘85; and sisters, Pat Reed and Marge McFarlane.

Bernard Robert Mandich ‘50 passed away September 18, 2014. Bernie is survived by his children, Elaine McManus, Caryn Sweeney, Susan, and Paul ‘82.

Thomas George Kolibaba ‘52 passed away May 20, 2014.

Harold James Lyster ‘53 passed away September 20, 2014. Hal is survived by his wife, Susan; and children, Laura, Erik, Ryan, and Alan.

Philip Charles Belding ‘53 passed away July 20, 2014. Phil is survived by his sons, Stephan and Christopher; daughters, Susan Stephens ‘85 and Amy Kralicek; sister, Marilyn Sanbrailo; and brother, Robert ‘57.

Homer Benjamin Medica ‘53 passed away June 29, 2014. He is survived by his wife, Joyce; and children, Paul, Colin, and Kristin.

Donald Seton Welch ‘54 passed away September 10, 2014. Don is survived by his wife, Priscilla LeClair Welch; children, Gayle Elliott, Peggy Stein, Joe, and Dan; stepsons, Jeff and Mike LeClair; and sisters, Nancy Allen and Ann McDonald.

Francis Joseph Stohosky ‘57 passed away October 15, 2014. Frank is survived by his wife, Lydia; sons, Francis and Stephen; daughters, Ann Scheehean and Renee Linley; and sisters, Linda Kochmar and Sr. Rita Rose, SSMO.

Thomas Michael Celorie ‘58 passed away September 3, 2014. Tom is survived by his wife, Sally; daughter, Brooke; and sisters, Doris Swenson and Betty Kehoe.

Roman Charles Tooley ‘59 passed away December 11, 2012. He is survived by his siblings, Marvella Graiff, Marlys Parr, and John.

Patrick Thomas Leonard ‘59 passed away March 6, 2013.

1960sJohn Scally ‘60 passed away in November 2014. He is survived by his wife Christine and daughters Brynn and Erin.

John Henry Taylor ‘62 passed away May 15, 2014. He is survived by his wife, Patricia; and children, Alice Acosta, Kathy Costa, Mary McCreery, and Lillian Taylor-Blackman.

William Elmo Swanson ‘63 passed away June 18, 2014. Bill is survived by his stepmother, Dena; and siblings, Marie Goins, Linda DeClerck, Norm, and Jerry ‘64.

Fredrick James Bachman ‘64 passed away October 1, 2014. Fred is survived by his wife, JoAnn; children, Annette and Michael; and stepmother, Frances.

Michael Jerry Maloney ‘65 passed away September 21, 2014. Mike is survived by his children, Matt Maloney and Michele Wright; and sister, Kim Blumenstein.

John Thomas Nelson ‘65 passed away July 7, 2014. He is survived by his wife, Susan; children, Laura Ramsey and Christopher; and siblings, George, Sr. Helen, Robert, Ann Erickson, Gene, and Lisa Clark.

Donald Thomas Hart ‘69 passed away.

1980sAnna Marie (Kerg) Hurley ‘83 passed away August 16, 2014. Anna is survived by her husband, Phil; daughters, Josi Brennan, Danielle, and Molly Rose; mother, Mary Rose Kerg; and siblings, Sheila Kerg, Eileen Barrett, Kathleen Kerg, and Brendan Kerg.

Christopher John Neuville ‘85 passed away August 15, 2014. Chris is survived by his son, Derek; mother, Patricia; sisters, Mary Pohs and Anne Kidd; and brothers, Paul ‘78 and Tim ‘80.

In Memory

12 | Central Catholic Magazine

Having passed the half-year mark of construction on the Monsignor Tim Murphy Center, the rooms that we could only imagine through architect’s drawings are coming to life! The shell of the lower floor, which drops as much as 26 feet below ground level, was completed in September and the steel structure of the building was fully assembled by mid-November. With the steel structure, or “bones,” in place, the spaces that we’ve talked about in past issues are starting to take shape.

Now that the concrete second and third floors are finished, crews have started installing the exterior framing that will hold the building’s brick façade. With the exterior framing in place, interior framing for the new classrooms, commons space, counseling center, meeting rooms, weight room, and music room will be completed. We have come a long way since the first piece of construction equipment began clearing way for the Monsignor Tim Murphy Center, but we still have a while longer before we begin using the new space in the summer.

“Our school community is humbled, and deeply grateful for the generosity our donors have shown in their investment in a project that will benefit Central Catholic students. Of course, it is only fitting that the new wing be named after Father Murphy, the

Monsignor Tim Murphy Center Updateman who has been the face of our school for so many years,” explains President John Harrington ’66.

A ribbon cutting ceremony has been tentatively scheduled for August 29, 2015. In the mean time, follow us at facebook.com/ccrams and twitter.com/ccrams, or visit us at centralcatholichigh.org/murphycenter for regular updates on campus construction.

Architectural rendering of the Monsignor Tim Murphy Center.

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75Join us as we celebrate 75 years

of faith, community, and education.

75th Anniversary Celebration MassSunday, January 25, 2015

10:00 a.m. • East Gym

Celebrated by Bishop Peter Smith and Msgr. Tim Murphy

Followed by coffee and donuts.

All are welcom e !

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Upcoming EventsMarch April

6-7 Godspell Spring Musical 7:30 p.m., PAC

12-14 Godspell Spring Musical 7:30 p.m., PAC

14 Mother-Son Brunch 8:30 a.m., Hilton Portland

15 Godspell Spring Musical 2:00 p.m., PAC

23-27 Spring Vacation No School

31 Tenebrae Liturgy 9:30 a.m., East Gym

2 Holy Thursday Dismissal at 12:30 p.m.

3 Good Friday No School

6 Easter Monday No School

25 Twentieth Annual Presidents’ Dinner and Auction

5:00 p.m. Oregon Convention Center

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4 students 4 students Celebration Day

16 Presidents Day Holiday No School

18 Ash Wednesday Liturgy 9:30 a.m., East Gym

16 Social Justice Liturgy 9:30 a.m., East Gym

16 Incoming Freshman Applications Due

16 students 4 students Fundraiser ends

19 Martin Luther King Jr. Holiday No School 25 75th Anniversary Celebration Mass Sunday, 10:00 a.m. East Gym Everyone is welcome!

26 Faculty Inservice Day No School

31 Father-Daughter Dance 6:00 p.m., Embassy Suites at the Airport