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Also inside:

Family's flight from war-torn Africa

CCC & North Olmsted High School participatein Migration Art History Event

Coesfeld Crosses serve as daily reminders

And more...

DIGITAL CLASSROO

Welcome to the



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Mission

Rooted in Gospel values

and Catholic tradition,

Cleveland Central Catholic High School

educates and prepares

diverse young men and women

for the future and challenges

them to excel and

deepen their faith

to responsibly serve God,

church and community.




Contents Spring 2016

From the President and Principal

Letter from Leo Hyland, President ............................................................................................................... 4 Letter from Sr. Allison Marie Gusdanovic, SND, Principal ....................................................................5

Feature ArticlesWelcome to the DIGITAL CLASSROOM ......................................................................................................6Family's flight from war-torn Africa ends happily at CCC ................................................................... 9Childhood friends and CCC '77 classmates come full-circle ............................................................. 11CCC & North Olmsted High School participate in Global Migration Art History Event ........... 14Coesfeld Crosses: Daily reminders of Christ's life-giving gift of salvation& Sisters of Notre Dame founding...........................................................................................................16CCC Choir hosts "A Gospel Explosion of Peace" .................................................................................17

Board Profile

Brian Ferry brings youth, energy, enthusiasm to CCC Advisory Board.......................................19

Advancement CCC welcomes Clifford “Tip” Hosack as Advancement Director.................................................... 20 Angel Flight: Invest in our students, invest in the future ................................................................ 21 CleanUp+Clams 2016 ...................................................................................................................................21 Calcutta Auction grosses more than $147,000 for tuition assistance! ........................................ 22

School News

Colorful new “windows” bring beauty to aging school building.................................................. 24 Snapshots ......................................................................................................................................................... 26

Sports

Winter Sports Wrap-up ................................................................................................................................ 27

Alumni

2016 CCC Athletic Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony ...................................................................... 28 Alumni News ................................................................................................................................................... 30 In Memoriam ...................................................................................................................................................31

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For more information regarding giving opportunities, please contact:

Tip Hosack at 216-641-2034 or [email protected]

To update your contact information or comment on this publication, please contact:

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Acknowledgements:

Leo P. Hyland, President

Sister Allison Marie Gusdanovic, SND , Principal

Dr. Lanny Hollis, Associate PrincipalJohn Crawford, Jr. `84, Dean of Students

Bill Powers, Dean of Students

Tip Hosack , Director of Advancement

Bill Sluzewski, Annual Giving andAlumni Relations Director

Eileen Canepari, Database and InformationManager/Research Specialist

Jackie Keim, Communications Manager

Carmella Davies, Admissions Director

Maggie Lash, Athletic Director

Connection: a semi-annual publication of the Advancement Office designed to connect Cleveland Central Catholic with its alumni, families, friends, donors and partners in mission

Writers: Margie Wilber and Jackie Keim

Design and Production: Write 2 the Point, Margie Wilber

Photography: Margie Wilber, Sr. Mary Seton Schlather, SND and Jackie Keim

Credit: The Fall 2015 issue of Connection featured an article “CCCHS offers innovative Special Education Program”. The info and research used in the article was the result of materials created by Dr. Lanny Hollis; we appreciate Dr. Hollis’ assistance with this article.




From the President

Leo Hyland

“The class of 2014

graduated 100

percent of its

members – and

over 85 percent

were admitted to

college.”

Why Central Catholic Matters

As we hit the home stretch of this school year, we eagerly await those key activities that highlight

the end of our students’ time here at Cleveland Central Catholic: prom, the annual Honors

Assembly, Baccalaureate Mass, and Commencement. We hope and pray that all 127 seniors in

the Class of 2016 will graduate successfully – just as their counterparts did in 2014 and 2015.

While we cannot predict the future for all of them, we are confident that they are well-prepared

in their faith formation and know they have been challenged academically. Typically, some will

join our military forces, while others will pursue specialized training or trade school.

Most, however, will continue on their educational journeys. Many CCC graduates tend to selectmore local colleges, such as Akron, Baldwin Wallace, Case Western Reserve, Cleveland State, John

Carroll, Kent State, Notre Dame College, Tri-C, and Ursuline. All of these partners have again

accepted CCC students this year.

This year’s class is noteworthy for extending its reach well beyond Northeast Ohio. Some of those

schools include: Alabama, Cincinnati, Eastern Michigan, Emory, Kentucky, Miami University (OH),

Michigan State, Ohio State, Ohio University, Ohio Wesleyan, Washington & Jefferson, Wheeling

Jesuit, and Xavier, among others.

While not the only measure of success at Cleveland Central Catholic, we are very proud of these

accomplishments. Some of these young graduates will be the first in their family to attend

college. A greater number will be the first to graduate from college. It is very gratifying to knowthey are achieving because they have embraced the opportunity for a high-quality Catholic

education here at CCC.

Why does this experience so profoundly benefit our students? This week I attended three

separate events at which very personalized testimonials were shared. Some were from students,

some from alumni, and some from faculty. All touched on one common theme: family. “Central

Catholic is like family to me” shared one alumnus, as he burst into tears. He went on to relate

how he was accepted, appreciated, nurtured and encouraged to succeed. He now emulates these

lessons as a successful young professional, husband and parent. That theme resonated with me

all week – because CCC truly embodies the Gospel in action.

This school provides exceptional and personalized care every day. Those who work with theseyoung people in our ministry understand the many, complex challenges they face. Through

the grace of God and their own faith, they rise to the call and they change lives – while also

supporting each other. They are dedicated and they are appreciated.

We salute them and thank all our supporters who make their very special efforts possible.

Working together, we celebrate the successes of the Central Catholic Class of 2016.

Those who work with these

young people in our ministryunderstand the many,

complex challenges they

face. Through their own faith,

they rise to the call and they

change lives – while also

supporting each other.




From the Principal

Sister Allison Marie, SND

“When students see

content as relevant,

they are able to dig

deeper and make

conjectures about

alternate solutions

to a real problem.”

As another school year winds down, I have been given the opportunity to review our 2015-2016

literary magazine, the “Cauldron.” Student writing, poetry, and sketches all reflect the creativity

and inspiring dreams of our students.

Seniors reflected on how they wanted to be remembered. One student stated that she wanted

to be remembered as giving everyone hope. Another desired to leave this earth with a great

legacy of world influence and to be an inspiration to others. And yet another wants to be

remembered as the most positive person, even on the worst day.

One student said that he wanted people to remember that he is always here to help those in

need, just like the Good Samaritan. He also wanted to be remembered as a great student whoexcelled in his academics.

As I read these reflections, I couldn’t help but notice that these students spoke of faith, leadership

and service. Their comments truly embody the mission of Cleveland Central Catholic. In our

mission we strive to help our students prepare for the future, challenge them to excel, deepen

their faith, and be of service to others. This is not by accident. During their time at Cleveland

Central Catholic, they have been strongly influenced by the school’s mission, although few

would expressly identify their words as related to how the mission of Cleveland Central Catholic

has impacted them. The student reflections confirm that our students do understand the

mission and it has become a part of who they are.

We, as a school community, have been involved in our self-study this year as part of our

accreditation process. One aspect has been to examine our school mission and belief statements

With minor tweaks our faculty has affirmed the mission of this school. Clearly, the mission is alive

and well at Cleveland Central Catholic.

My hope and my prayer, as this school year comes to a close, is that we will reflect on God’s

goodness in our lives as expressed through the lived experience of our school’s mission. In

gratitude for the commitment to our mission of all those who support our school community,

I am able to join Saint Julie in her proclamation, “Oh how good is the good God.”

One with you in the Peace of Christ,

In our mission we strive to

help our students preparefor the future, challenge

them to excel, deepen

their faith, and be of service

to others. This is not by

accident.

Word Cloud art:

Danny Pham and Celan Meza




The learning environment at Cleveland Central Catholic took a

quantum leap forward with the recent introduction of Chrome-

books into the classroom. These portable, low-cost, laptop

computers run on Google's Chrome OS – a cloud-based operating

system that allows easy information sharing between users. Since

the majority of applications students use today rely on the internet,

this technology allows CCC students to do things like web

browsing, video streaming, and audio on this versatile tool.

Welcome to the

DIGITAL CLASSROOM

Will Malone and Dyshawn Jackson



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Chromebooks weigh less than two-and-

a-half pounds and have an impressive

battery life of 6.5 hours. In addition, each

Chromebook has two USB ports, a camera

for video chats, and Bluetooth compatibility.

The keyboard, rather than touch screen

interface, allows Central Catholic students

to text input for such assignments as

reports and term papers.

Lindsey Nicholson, a Geography and

U.S. History teacher at CCC, describes.

“I have been using Chrome-

books in my classes. My

students are excited when

the Chromebook cart is

wheeled into the classroom

– even before I tell them if

we are using them!”

Nicholson says Cleveland

Central Catholic students

have become comfortable

using Google Classroom,

Google Docs, and a few

other websites used forassignments. “The students

are able to transfer those

skills to other classes,” adds

Nicholson.

How else are CCC students participating

in digital learning using Chromebooks?

According to Nicholson, her class uses

Chromebooks and Google Classroom for

a variety of assignments – some as simple

as typing essays. “Other assignments where we are using Chromebooks include

recording radio commercials for 1920s

inventions and creating discussion boards,”

she describes. “Overall, I believe using

Chromebooks has helped our students

become more comfortable with today's

technology beyond their cell phones.

This was one of my goals. Central Catholic

students will need these skills in college

and future careers.”

The enthusiastic teacher continues,

“Google Classroom has opened commu-

nication and given students the ability

to seek assistance while at home. It also

gives students access to a lot of class work

wherever they are – as long as there is an

internet connection.”

“Using this device allows me to provide

quick feedback to students on assignments

submitted through Google Classroom,”

Nicholson says. “Lastly, it provides instant

data for me to use as quick, formative

assessments and even larger, summative

assignments.”

Taysiah Williams '18 says this new technol-

ogy is helping her a lot. “It really adds to

the interest of learning. I plan on majoring

in business management at college, and

this technology will prepare me. I will

need to know how to use this technology

in my college courses.”

“Overall, I

believe using

Chromebooks

has helped our

students become

more comfortabl

with today's

technology

beyond their

cell phones.”Lindsey Nichol

Geography

U.S. History teacher at

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Emari Walker

Mrs. Lindsey Nicholson, Alajiah Render-Alexander,

Destini Barker, Hugo Barragan.




Fellow 10th grader Dyshawn Jackson agrees, “I understand

my class work a lot more thanks to this technology.”

Dyshawn plans to major in mathematics in college.

Destiny Barker '18 says the Google Chromebooks make

accessing information easier. “I can also connect instantly

with others in the Google classroom and receive immediate

feedback from my teachers. I plan on becoming a doctor.

I will need this skill the rest of my life.”

Alajiah Alexander '18 says the Google Chromebooks

enable more access to information. “I like using this

technology to complete my homework. Also, if I am not

sure of something, I can just email my teacher and

receive immediate clarication.”

Students are not permitted to take Chromebooks home.

They are kept in a secured, locked oce after school hours.

“It is our hope that introducing current technology into the

classroom will inspire achievement among our students.

Among other attributes, Chromebooks enable our students

to connect with their classmates, ask questions and gather

immediate feedback. It also allows our teachers to engage,

monitor and measure learning progress,” assures Leo

Hyland, President of Cleveland Central Catholic.

“I can also connect instantly

with others in the Google

classroom and receive immediat

feedback from my teachers.

I plan on becoming a doctor.

I will need this skill the

rest of my life.”

Destiny Barker '18

Student

“It is our hope

that introducing

current technology

into the class-

room will inspire

achievement amongour students.”

Leo Hyland

President of

Cleveland Central Catholic

Mr. John Strmac, Devin Starks-Harlston and Dennis Quinones

Seantice Stanton

and Ariana Perez




It has been a long, harrowing road for Saidi, Fatuma and Tatu Wadesisi. Their

journey began in the Republic of Mozambique, a war-torn country is Southeast

Africa. Mozambique, one of the poorest and most underdeveloped countries in

the world, also ranks among the lowest for average life expectancy. The Wadesisi

family knew to improve their safety and economic and social situation, they mustleave their native home.

Tatu, 15, was only ve years old when she, her older siblings and mother,

Mwajuma Wadesisi, immigrated to the United States in 2005. Thankfully, Tatu's

memories do not include the hunger, poverty and scars of war. She recalls,

“I remember going to church and how our neighbor's house was often torn apart

by tornadoes. The woman who lived there was like a second mother to me.

We had a papaya tree by our house that was very tall with a lot of snakes living

around it. I also remember sharing a bed with my sister and brother.”

Tatu says Catholic Charities provided the Wadesisi family with a great deal of

help. Though timid, Tatu soon learned English and made many friends. Whenthe time came, her mother chose Cleveland Central Catholic for her children's

education. Tatu explains with a smile, “My teachers at Cleveland Central Catholic

have helped me grow. I know I can count on them and tell them anything.

I trust them.”

Tatu's sister Fatuma, 17, and brother Saidi, 15, arrived to the United States in

2012. They were enrolled at Cleveland Central Catholic as well. Like Tatu, they

spoke only Swahili when they arrived to America. Fatuma and Saidi immediately

began working with Sister Antoinette Krejsa, SND, in the ESL (English as a

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ends happily at CCC

Second Language) program at the high school.

“She helped me a great deal. Sr. Antoinette was

wonderful,” describes Fatuma. “Learning English

was not easy for me. I can speak it, but I still have

difculty understanding some words and reading.”

Saidi remembers the strife back in Africa,

“I remember seeing soldiers with guns walking

down the road. Once, I was the only other person

on the road, and I was frightened. I remember

making the sign of the cross. People are so hungry

in Mozambique. Many eat anything – alligator and

dog. We raised chickens and goats at home.” Saidi

plans to do charity work, perhaps join the Peace

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Saidi, Tatu and Fatuma Wadesisi




Corps, when he graduates. (Tatu

helps interpret as her brother

transitions back and forth fromSwahili to English for this interview.)

“I eventually want to become a

missionary,” Saidi states with a

broad smile. “I want to help make

the world a better place.”

Fatuma describes the school she

and Saidi attended in their former

village, “We had one teacher and

would stay in that one classroom

for all nine classes. I cannot say I did notlearn anything in Africa, but I am learning a

lot more at Cleveland Central Catholic.

I feel my chances for the future are better

in America. If I had stayed in Africa, I would

probably be married and pregnant now.

Women have more opportunities in the

United States. I want to be an architect

or perhaps a fashion designer.”

Cleveland Central Catholic's Admissions

Director Carmella Davies is impressed with

the achievements of all three students.

“They took on a challenging curriculum

and are striving to excel. I have seen both

Saidi and Fatuma grow tremendously. They

have ve younger siblings in their family:

Madeleine, Maurice, Robert, Saidi and Salome.

Madeleine immigrated to the U.S. in 2003,

and Maurice and Robert were born in the

U.S. I hope they will also become Ironmen.”

Davies states, “I feel we have a student

population at Cleveland Central Catholic

that openly accepts our cultural diversity.

Our students have welcomed the

Wadesisi family.”

“Offering an education to immigrant

children is part of the social justice mission

of this school,” states Sister Allison Marie

Gusdanovic SND, Principal of CCC. “Our

mission calls us to educate a diverse popu-

lation, preparing them to serve God, church

and community. Those who need additionalhelp take an ESL English class in addition to

the required English class. Much emphasis

is placed on developing the use of the

English language, vocabulary development,

and understanding course content. Tatu

does not currently receive ESL services

since she has been in the country the

longest. She is an excellent student.”

Their older sister Pendeza graduated from

Central Catholic in 2014. She was the

rst in the Wadesisi family to attend CCC.

Pendeza is now studying nursing at Notre

Dame College in South Euclid.

Today, the nine Wadesisi children and their

mother and father live together in a modesthome. “We send money to our family and

friends in Mozambique through the year.

I don't know if we will ever return to Africa,

perhaps to visit. We cannot know what

Africa will be like in the future. It is so

chaotic and crazy over there. I try to follow

what is happening on the news,

but it makes me very, very sad.

This is now our home,” insists

Tatu, who plans to pursue a career

in teaching and mathematics.

Tatu recently spoke at the

Cathoilc Schools for Peace and

Justice Mini Summit on Economic

Slavery and Migration about her

experience immigrating to the

United States from the Democratic

Republic of the Congo via a refugee

camp in Mozambique. Other

students were mesmerized as she

recounted why her family had to

leave their home and then what life was likemoving here at the age of 5. “Many of the

students laughed as she said in the refugee

camp, there were rumors about how the

USA has no dirt and buildings that went

up to the clouds,” says Matt Wallenhorst,

Campus Minister, Theology and Geography

Teacher at CCC.

All three Wadesisi children currently

attending school at Cleveland Central

Catholic feel blessed to be Ironmen. “There

are no words to say how grateful we are to

receive such a wonderful education and all

of your friendship,” Tatu reects. “We are

different and have lived different lives. We

come from a different part of the world. And

yet, we are all so very much alike.”

“Asanti!” (Swahili for “thank you”)

Tatu concludes.

“My teachers at Cleveland CentralCatholic have helped me grow. I knowI can count on them and tell themanything. I trust them.”

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Maryhelen Bednarchik and Martha (Benek '77) Croll were

childhood friends and classmates at Cleveland Central

Catholic High School; both graduating from their belovedhigh school alma mater in 1977. Little did they know as each

headed o to college and careers they would one day return

to Central Catholic's campus as teachers.

“I met Maryhelen in rst grade at St. Wenceslaus. We sat in

alphabetical order, and I was behind her. We were in every

class together in grade school except for 3rd and 4th grade,”

Martha recalls with a smile. “Maryhelen was smart, as were

all her sisters. Her aunt taught at Cleveland Central Catholic,

and she suggested we check out the school in 8th grade.

Maryhelen and I were the only two from our elementary

school class to attend CCC all four years. It was a great place

for us to land.”

“Martha was and still is a true friend, in good times and bad,”

Maryhelen exclaims. “If I ever headed down the wrong path,

she did not hesitate to steer me the right way. We lived about

a mile from each other, so we knew each others' parents

and siblings almost as well as we knew our own. We spent a

lot of time together, doing all kinds of kid things. We really

enjoyed each other's company – whether doing something

“fancy” like visiting the art museum or just sitting around

Childhood friends andCCC '77 classmates

come full-circle

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playing cards or doing jigsaw puzzles.

It's a very comfortable friendship, even

when she lived farther away. We could

always pick up where we left o.”

“My decision to attend Cleveland

Central Catholic was one of the three

best decisions of my life,” Maryhelen

insists. “I never felt left out; I always

felt included and liked which was quite

dierent from my junior high experi-

ence. The inclusive quality of Central

Catholic was palpable and is far and

away the most important part of my

education here. Having said that, the

classes were challenging, and I was

able to take German and art classes for

four years as well as ve credits

of many honors-level courses. The

modular schedule was quite exible,

so a student could take many types

of classes.”

“Without a doubt, we received an

excellent education at Cleveland

Central Catholic,” Martha concurs.

“We also had so much fun back then.

We made oats for homecoming, and

our class camped at John Blaszak's

house across the street. Mrs. Blaszak

kept us going with sloppy Joes and

much encouragement. The Festival was our biggest fundraiser of the year,

and freshmen wore beanies and were

required to perform weird tasks when-

ever a senior asked. I suppose people

would frown upon that now.”

Martha remembers playing games

in study hall like tonk, slapjack and

speed. “I am still an excellent speed

player,” she says with a laugh.“I loved

the pool. I got out of geometry on

occasion because I was a certied life-guard. I also remember playing water

polo after school – handing the ball

to Ricky Wessel rather than defend

against him because he was a giant

football player. I didn't want to drown!”

Likewise, Maryhelen recalls, “Our high

school teachers were smart, funny,

creative and enthusiastic. I enjoyed

working on the crew for the annual

fundraising festival, attending school

musicals, (Unlike Martha, I was too

shy to try out for them) and singing in

the Liturgical Music Ensemble. Our

all-school assemblies were crucial to

the unity of the school.”

Upon graduating from CCC, Martha

earned her Bachelor's Degree in Music

from Cleveland State University in

1985. “Back then, it was possible to

pay for school with a part-time job.

Nowadays, I don't think it is possible;

Martha Benek as Lili in the theater production

of "I Hate Him", 1977

“I met Maryhelen in rst grade

at St. Wenceslaus. We sat in

alphabetical order, and I was

behind her. We were in every

class together in grade school

except for 3rd and 4th grade”

Martha Croll




everything is so expensive. I'd go toschool until I ran out of money, then

go to work until I had enough money

to return to college. It took me eight

years to receive my degree, but I made

it!” she states proudly. The hard-work-

ing woman later earned a Master of

Arts in Education at Olivet Nazarene

University in Bourbonnais, Illinois in

2014. She taught in Toledo, Ohio for

eight years, then at three high schools

in Illinois.

Similarly, Maryhelen continued her

education, earning a Bachelor of

Science in Elementary Education from

Saint Francis College of Pennsylvania

(now Saint Francis University) in 1981.

She minored in mathematics, receiving

dual certication in elementary educa-

tion and secondary education. In 1989,

the devoted teacher earned a Masters

of Education from Bowling Green

State University.

In the fall of 1985, Maryhelen returned

to Cleveland Central Catholic after

teaching four years at Saints Peter

and Paul Elementary School where

she taught junior high language arts,

music, art, religion and reading. “I

wanted to teach at the high school

level,” she recalls. “I looked at several

high schools, and CCC was the best t.

The principal at that time, FatherO'Connor, who was my theology

teacher for two years, made me feel

like I'd never left.”

Years later, Maryhelen was absolutely

thrilled when her dear friend Martha

returned to Cleveland Central Catholic

in 2010 as a physics teacher.

“Altogether, I've been teaching for 30 years; 20 of those years teaching physics.

Sister Allison Marie, Principal of CCC,

still hasn't given me my ve-year pin. I

guess she's still deciding if she wants to

keep me,” laughs Martha with a smile.

“Coming back to Central Catholic was

purely fortuitous happenstance. My

husband took a job that enabled us to

move back to Cleveland. We wanted

to be closer to family. I worked in

Streetsboro part time my rst year back

but needed a full-time job. One day

I visited Central Catholic to help

Maryhelen set up her classroom for

the year. That's when I met Dr. Lanny

Hollis and Sister Allison Marie. Before

I knew it, I was back in the CCC family,”

Martha recalls

“I love the students at Cleveland

Central Catholic. Many people do

not think very highly of teenagers.

But, I nd most of my students are

good-hearted and want to succeed,”

describes Martha. “I have primarily

taught at poor, urban, minority

schools, and I've run into prejudices

about this demographic. Our teachers

at Central Catholic go the extra mile to

help kids learn. I believe we do a great

job of not only providing an excellent

education, but providing the only safe

haven some of our students know.”

The respected physics teacher andlibrary worker also teaches classes on

databases and research skills as well as

tracks and maintains 120 computers,

laptops and Chromebooks for student

and classroom use.

Her colleague, Maryhelen, has taught

just about every course oered by the

Math Department at CCC as well as

Computer Programming and Computer

Applications. She currently teaches

Geometry, Honors Geometry,

Pre-Calculus and Calculus.

“Over the years, Cleveland Central

Catholic's outstanding faculty and

sta has been both the glue that holds

this place together and the grease that

keeps the high school moving smoothly,

despite the daily diculties and any

bigger obstacles we encounter,”

Maryhelen describes. “Our good humor

our exibility, and our ability to be

'creative in mind and spirit,' as well as

our support of one another are what

get us through each day, each semester

each year and each decade. The love,

persistence and encouragement thatpervade our relationships truly

sustain us.”

“We grew into the people we are today

chiey because of the experiences

we had here at CCC,” Martha reects.

“Maryhelen and I were in most of the

same classes together when we attended

Central Catholic. We are celebrating

our 50th year of friendship this year!”

Martha and her husband of 30 years, Je, live in Shalersville, Ohio. Her

niece, Natalie Higgins, currently

attends CCC. “While I have no

children of my own, I tell people I have

hundreds of kids that the school lends

me on a yearly basis. I am lucky many

former students still visit and help out

on occasion. Many maintain contact

with me through e-mail.”

Class President Maryhelen Bednarchik addres

the student body in 1977

“Martha was and still is a true friend, in good times and bad.

If I ever headed down the wrong path, she did not hesitate

to steer me the right way.”

Maryhelen Bednarchik




More than 180 students participated in a joint learning experience as Cleveland Central

Catholic and North Olmsted High Schools merged for a Global Migration Art History Event this

past October. Students walked away with a greater understanding of migration in Slavic Village,

the history of the Ironmen and Lady Ironmen, as well as cultural dierences and similarities

between the two schools.

Mary C. Brondeld, art teacher at CCC, says the event resulted from a program she

participated in during the summer, the ESC Global Education Workshop Series, sponsored

by the Cuyahoga County Educational Service Center and Cleveland State University.

“Mr. Matt Aber, North Olmsted history teacher, and I participated in the Summer Institute inthe Humanities, funded in part by the Ohio Humanities Council and National Endowment for

Humanities,” Brondeld says. “I am a Martha Holden Jennings Scholar and have written several

grants, including this program. At the Summer Institute, attendees were asked to partner with

another school on a project that concerned migration. Matt and I decided to partner on a project

that investigated the history of the Ironmen, industrialization in our city, oral and visual histories

along with the migration of ethnic groups into Cleveland. While Matt approached it from a

historical perspective, I wanted my art students to look at the history of migration through

the lens of art.”

CCC & North Olmsted High School participate in

Global Migration

Art History Event




Brondeld says students learned

about the migration of various ethnic

groups into Slavic Village as well as

the Ironmen – who they were and

why Cleveland Central Catholic's

mascot is the Ironmen.

“Historians and presenters gave an

oral history of migration, speci-

cally on the history of Cleveland,”

Brondeld continues. “Students

were also exposed to art and culture.

I tried to get stories of their own

ethnic histories and tie them to class.”

Lectures included an oral history

interview with Case Western Reserve

University history professor Dr. John

Grabowski; and a tour of St. Stanislaus

Church, given by Choir Director

David Krawkowski and historian

Rob Jagelewski; and toured the Baxter

Road Cemetery, one of the rst Jewish

cemeteries in Cleveland, led by Author

Je Morris. On another day, students visited the Cleveland

Museum of Art.

“This event tied in nicely with the 10th grade preparation for

the OGT (Ohio Graduation Test) Social Studies. There was a

ton of preparation on both our parts,” Brondeld states.

Following this event, Cleveland Central Catholic art students were assigned the task to create works of art reective of the

history of the Ironmen and the richness of their own individual

histories. “Specically, my art students were asked to create a

watercolor narrative that incorporates 10 facts that represent

who they are using various design techniques,” Brondeld explains.

The experienced art teacher concludes, “It was an exhausting,

time-consuming event to plan, but well worth it. Central

Catholic students loved meeting other students and learning

about the history of their families.”

Katerra Moore '16 says, “I thought

the event was very good. At rst I

was nervous about meeting students

from North Olmsted. As we interacted

with each other, it became easier. I

also learned a lot. I thought it was

a good experience partnering with

a school from the west side. We are

more similar than dierent.” For herart project, Katerra says she was able

to talk with her grandmother about

topics they had never discussed.

Malik Ford-Williams '19 considers

how the experience helped in his art

class. “We learned how to use symbols

to represent family history. I also

enjoyed meeting other students from

another school. We became friends.”

On April 15th, Brondeld had the

opportunity to present the Migration

Exchange at the Migration in a Global

Context, History Symposium at

Cleveland State University. This event was the culmination of

events associated with the history program.

“Students were also exposedto art and culture. I tried toget stories of their own ethnic

histories and tie them to class.”Mary C. BrondfieldArt teacher at CCC

Charde Williams

Katerra Moore




Cleveland Central Catholic recently

purchased two Coesfeld crosses. The

crosses will remind students, faculty

and visitors of what Jesus accomplished

on the cross. The Coesfeld cross also holds

special signicance to the Sisters of Notre

Dame, who continue to serve as faculty and

sta at CCC.

“One of the reasons we purchased the Coesfeld

crosses is to honor the role the Sisters of Notre

Dame have played and continue to play at Cleveland

Central Catholic,” states Leo Hyland, President of

CCC. “The Sisters of Notre Dame were founded inCoesfeld, Germany. Since that time, Sisters of Notre

Dame have devoted themselves to education, striving

to share God's compassionate love with people of

all faiths and cultures, particularly the poor and

marginalized. The Sisters of Notre Dame certainly

fulll this mission each and every day at Cleveland

Central Catholic.”

The original Coesfeld Cross, or so-called forked cross,

is located in the Church of Saint Lambert in Coesfeld,

Germany. It is the largest of its type in Germany, especiallynoted for its graphically clear portrayal of Christ's suering.

From early on, the Coesfeld Cross was believed to possess

miraculous properties.

“Part of the history of the Coesfeld Cross is that it contains

a relic of the True Cross, given by Charlemagne for the

Church of St. Lambert (located on property belonging to

a relative of Charlemagne). It was a place of pilgrimage

throughout the centuries, attracting large

crowds to the 18-station Way of the Cross

that encircles the town of Coesfeld,” explains

Sister Margaret Gorman, SND, Provincial

Superior, Chardon Province. “The last anniversary

pilgrimage took place in 2000, which was also the

150th anniversary of the founding of the Sisters of Notre

Dame in Coesfeld. Many of our Sisters participated.”

According to a booklet prepared for visitors of St. Lambert's

Church, the cross became a popular way of representing

the passion and death of Christ during a time of deep

suering and turmoil in church and civil life during the

14th Century. The people were going through earthquake,crop failure, hunger, pestilence (the Black Death came to

Coesfeld in 1350), and atrocities of war. The forked cross is

formed as a “tree of life,” showing God taking on himself

the worst human suering in order to bring salvation.

The guidebook further explains its origin coincided with

new developments in Christian mysticism in the Rhineland.

In the deep longing of the people to escape the distress of

the times and nd security, freedom and peace in God,

a devotion sprang up, which through abnegation and

contemplation, sought union with God within the soul.

So what does the Coesfeld crucix mean? According to

Sister Mary Jessica Karlinger, “God is with us, taking on our

pain. God's love poured out in Christ's life-giving body.”

Each time our students, faculty and school guests see these

crosses, may they be reminded of God’s love for all of us,

and his willingness to take on our challenges and burdens

in order to lighten our load.

Coesfeld Crosses: a daily reminder of Christ's life-giving

gift of salvation and Sisters of Notre Dame founding




More than 150 students, families, faculty and friends enjoyed an evening of singing,

dancing and praising our God as Cleveland Central Catholic hosted “Gospel

Explosion of Peace” on March 11 in the St. Stanislaus Social Center. Joining the

CCC student choir on stage to perform was the Philemon M.B.C. Praise Dancers,

St. Francis School Gospel Choir, Voices of the Valley African Drummers, and

CornerStone Praise Singers.

Traci Jones, Music Director at Cleveland Central Catholic, describes, “Guests

were invited to help us praise our God and Savior Jesus Christ in worship at the

Gospel Explosion of Peace. We all know the power of God – 'I can do all things

through Christ that strengthens me!' Everyone in the auditorium joined ourchoir in singing several praise songs to Jesus, as the lyrics of one song proclaim,

'Lift every voice and sing/Till earth and heaven ring.'”

Jones joined the Cleveland Central Catholic staff eight years ago. She earned a

BA in Music Education at Cleveland State University in under three years. She

plans to pursue a master's degree in Music Education next year. In addition to

teaching music at Cleveland Central Catholic, the enthusiastic instructor also

teaches music at St. Francis Elementary School, the Rainey Institute and serves

as the music minister at her church.

CCC Choir hosts

“A GospelExplosionof Peace”


Traci Jones, Music Director at CCC, directs the choir.

Chantiana Blair




Jones says since becoming head of the music department at

Central Catholic, the student choir has grown from four students

to more than 50 students. “The students who take my class now

are more serious about music. They are very talented and can

really perform,” says the proud teacher.

Jones is a musician in her own right. She sings, plays the piano

and performs with a recording group, the Prayer Warriors, who

sing background for various recording artists, like gospel artist

LL Black.

The much-loved music teacher has lofty goals for the music

program at the high school. “The choir currently performs a

winter Christmas concert and a spring concert. I'd like to see

my students perform Motown next year and sing classical music

as well as some songs in foreign languages.”

“These kids keep me young,” insists Jones with a smile.

“Music means everything to me. One goal is to see our students

marching on the eld and learning formations. I'd also like to see

our students receive band uniforms and choir uniforms. They

currently wear graduation robes for their concerts. I also am

starting a high-stepping ag team at CCC and serving as their

mentor. I want to support these girls and help them utilize

their talents.”

Senior Adam Watts says, “I've been in the Central Catholic choir

for three years. Ms. Jones has worked with me since I was little.

Singing is one of my only freedoms during the day.” Adam

competes on Cleveland Central Catholic's wresting team and

plans to enlist in the U.S. Army upon graduation.

Sophomore Christian Smith rst joined a choir in the seventh

grade. “I love how we sound together as a group at Central

Catholic. I sing alto. We are all comfortable together.”

Kiara Johnson, a junior at CCC, agrees, “I've been a member

of the high school's choir since my freshman year. I enjoy singing

and singing is an important part of my family. My auntie is a

Gospel singer, and my grandma is also a professional singer. I feel

joy when I sing for the Lord. I feel the Lord's pleasure when we

sing praises to Him.”

“I never really thought about joining a choir until I attended

Cleveland Central Catholic,” admits Aniya Johnson '19. “The

students in choir have become my friends for life . I sing because

it helps me feel closer to Jesus.”

Genesis Rodriguez '17 adds, “It is very important to me that

Cleveland Central Catholic offers not just choir but sings

Gospel songs. My favorite song is Excellent.”

And that's what all the singers and performers were this night

in March – Excellent!








Approximately 85 percent of Cleveland Central

Catholic students live near or below the federal

poverty level. In order to help students and their

families to meet their financial obligations and

attend Cleveland Central Catholic High School, the

Advancement Office is introducing an exciting new

program called, “Angel Flight Society.”

To become a member of Angel Flight, individuals

with the financial means are asked to make an annual

scholarship commitment of at least $2,500. This gift

helps close the gap between the cost to educate

(currently $10,000) and any financial aid the student'sfamily receives. Donors will then be matched with

a student and have the opportunity to follow this

student's progress throughout their Cleveland

Central Catholic education.

According to Tip Hosack, CCC Advancement Director,

“By joining the Angel Flight Society, you are giving

a student the chance to take advantage of a quality

Catholic education in a caring and nurturing environ-

ment. An Angel Flight gift is truly a blessing to a student.

Opportunity is a powerful force. It can transform a

life. Your gift will develop educated, responsible andcaring young people who will participate and make a

difference in our society.”

Sophomore Jordyn Torbert appreciates the financial

help she and her family receives in order to attend

Cleveland Central Catholic High School. She says,

“It means a lot to me. Cleveland Central Catholic has

helped me to grow and be a better student. I love

attending class here. It is fun.”

Keije Brown '18 agrees, “I like the academics here and

the uniform. I feel Cleveland Central Catholic prepares

us for college.”

“Attending Cleveland Central Catholic has made me

grow as a person,” adds Omarri Vargas '16. I feel I can

now walk confidently about the world and through

life. The faculty and staff treat students like adults.

They respect us, and we respect them.” Omarri plans

to major in theater at New York University in the Fall.

Angel Flight members will be invited to meet their

sponsored student and have an opportunity to hear

about their experiences at Cleveland Central Catholic.

To learn more or to become a member of the Angel

Flight Society, please call Tip Hosack at 216.641.2034

or email: [email protected]

Angel Flight:Invest in our students, invest in the future

S a v e t h e D a

t e !

Mark your calendars for Cleveland Central Catholic’s annual CleanUp+Clams event, to be held on

Saturday, September 24, 2016. Once again, we challenge our students, friends and members of the community to join us

for this community-wide service project which benefits tuition assistance.

Upon arrival, volunteers are divided into groups, each with a leader that will guide them on a specific project. In the past

projects have included planting trees and perennials, removing weeds and overgrown branches, etc. CleanUp+Clams

serves as a wonderful opportunity to demonstrate to the Slavic Village neighborhood how much we value being a part of

the community.

Following the community service portion of this event, volunteers will be treated to a cookout of clams, burgers and

chicken. For more details, contact Director of Annual Giving and Alumni Relations Bill Sluzewski at 216.441.4700 x281

or [email protected].




A d v a n c e m e n t

Calcutta Auction Grosses More Than

$147,000 for Tuition Assistance! The 13th Annual Calcutta Auction was an action-packed evening which raised a

record gross of $147,000 for tuition assistance at Cleveland Central Catholic.

The evening started with a beautiful rendition of the National Anthem

performed by junior Kiyla Johnson.

Following her performance, Ironmen seniors Tre’Vion Beverly and

José Dybzinski shared some of their CCC memories with the audience.

According to Tre’Vion, “When I came to Central Catholic, the

students and faculty welcomed me with open arms; I felt like

I had found my home.” José echoed her sentiments and shared

how much of an impact everyone at CCC has had on him,especially as he overcame multiple major surgeries while

attending Central Catholic.

Auctioneer Rob Telecky hosted the bidding for the live-auction

items with the help of Calcutta committee co-chair John

Simon ’72. The Calcutta committee was rounded-out by John

Malcolm ’82 and advisory board members Jim Klessel (co-chair),

John Cvetic, Allyn Davies, John Gallagher III and Jerry Kysela.

“We are grateful to this dedicated committee for all of their

efforts and support throughout the planning of Calcutta,”

says Leo Hyland, President of CCC.

Thanks to a generous Advisory Board member, CCC was able to raffle off a week

at a luxurious vacation home on Hilton Head. Another generous donor contributed

an unaccompanied foursome on the Muirfield tournament course, including dinner

and overnight accommodations and many other sports and entertainment packages.

Calcutta is the school’s signature fundraiser and directly benefits the school’s

tuition assistance program. With enrollment at Cleveland Central Catholic at

a 26-year high, and more than 94% of students receiving scholarship

funding, the need for tuition assistance has never been greater.

Thank you to everyone who supported this event.







S c h o o l N e w s

Functioning in an aging building remains an

on-going challenge at Cleveland Central Catholic,

but six new faux stained-glass windows on the

high school’s south side will provide a more

attractive learning environment for students.

Colorful new“windows” bring

beauty to agingschool building




These should also improve the view of CCC’s

campus for the neighbors. Central Catholic

also replaced 23 windows on the south

elevation with new high-quality windows.

“Many of our school’s windows are original,”

states Leo Hyland, President of Cleveland

Central Catholic High School. This fact may

seem unimpressive until one considers that

the building was erected in 1921. Ultimately,

all of those windows need to be replaced.

The replacement of the windows is a practical

upgrade because the building can be brutally

hot in the warmer months and unbearably

cold in the winter.

The faux stained-glass windows were the result

of a generous gift made by the Lennon Charitable

Trust. “They look too good to be true!” exclaimed

Trustee Chris Hitchcock. “Chris came up with

the idea of creating the stained-glass windows

appearance – which was brilliant. Not only do

they look great, but it is also a cost-eective

solution because authentic stained-glass windows

would be cost-prohibitive” added Hyland. The

“windows” are actually aluminum boards, with

the graphic image sealed to them.

“This project has been on our radar for years.

Not only are the new windows a huge aesthetic

improvement, they are also safer and more

energy ecient,” Hyland explains. The school

also received a grant from the Diocese of Cleve-

land’s capital funding, along with private gifts.

Four of the faux stained-glass windows represent

the patron saints of CCC’s founding parish

high schools: Our Lady of Lourdes, St. John

Cantius, St. Michael the Archangel and St.

Stanislaus. The two other windows reect the

images of St. John Paul II and St. John XXIII –

our modern-day saints.

“Cleveland Central Catholic’s Advisory Board

has been actively establishing priorities that

dene and secure our campus, improve safety

and security for all, and systematically upgrade

our outdated facilities going forward,” Hyland

concludes. “Our overarching goal is to provide

young people with a quality, faith-based education

that prepares them to responsibly serve God,

church and community through service to

others. Cleveland Central Catholic remains a

beacon of hope for our students and families as

they strive to overcome poverty in a community

that desperately needs revitalization and

redemption.” This project is a good start!

This project has been on our radar

for years. Not only are new windowsan aesthetic improvement, they

are safer and more energy ecient

“

”




S c h o o l N e w s S N A P S H O T S

Congra ts 2015 M yCom You th Voice A ward winner

Ronquel Hepner ‘17

Ironmen on radio with Munch Bishopto honor MLK, Jr.

Per sonal Finance Students V isit Feder al Reser v e Bank .

Dr umline Per f or ms in St. Patr ick 's Day Par ade.




S p o r t s

Winter Sports Wrap-up

Boys Varsity Basketball - League Champions

The Varsity Ironmen finished their season under first-year Head Coach Jordan Duke

with a 17-7 overall and 9-1 conference record to win the White Division of the NorthCoast League – the first time the Ironmen have won this division since 1994.

The Ironmen lost in the third round of the state tournament to top-seeded

Benedictine. Although the season ended earlier than the team had hoped, they

played outstanding basketball week after week which resulted in

the following accolades:

Tervell Beck – Northeast Lake District Basketball First Team.

Reached milestone of having scored more than 1,000 career points!

Miryne Thomas - Northeast Lake District Basketball Second Team

Delshawn Jackson, Tyler Bybee - Northeast Lake District

Basketball Team – Honorable Mention

Coach Jordan Duke – North Coast League Coach of the Year

Girls Varsity Basketball

The Lady Ironmen showed a great

deal of improvement this year

under Head Coach Sean Belveal.

The girls ended their season by

losing to East Tech in the second

round of the sectional playoffs

after a big victory a few daysearlier over Beaumont. The Lady

Ironmen improved their record

from last year, with an overall

record of 11-8 and conference

record of 5-3.

Cheerleaders

In March, the Lady Ironmen cheerleaders traveled to Columbus to

compete in State Cheerleading Championships sponsored by the

Ohio Association of Secondary School Administrators. The girls

placed 5th overall at the competition.

Wrestling

The Ironmen wrestlers wrapped up a great season, with

Isaiah Pope qualifying for the State Tournament in Columbus

as an alternate. Wrestlers Pope, Robert Walker and Adam Watts

qualified for the District competition which was held in Alliance.

The Ironmen wrestlers are coached by Jimmy Greenwood and

Brian Toban.

Ironmen Bowlers

The Ironmen bowling team, under the leadership of Head Coach

Ryan Jakubczak, had a strong season. The Ironmen finished the

season with a District Tournament berth for Martinae McMichael,

as a result of her 4th place finish at Sectionals. Senior bowler

Marshall Brooks was named North Coast League MVP.




A l u m n i

The Cleveland Central Catholic Alumni

Association inducted the Athletic Hall of

Fame for the Class of 2016 on April 24th.Among those inducted are five coaches,

three baseball players, four football

players, five basketball players and

one athletic director.

The event was held in the Wasmer

Ironman Center, and each inductee

was formally presented with

their award by a former player,

family member or friend.

The inductees are selected annually by the Athletic Hall of Fame

Committee. Congratulations to this year’s inductees:

Bob Chase ’74 - Baseball: 4 year varsity, no-hitter, East-West All-Star;

All-Conference; football: 3 year varsity starter

Dale Kusa ’74 - Baseball: MVP in NCC, city Strikeout leader,

All-Scholastic, All-State, East-West All-Star; basketball: 4 years

Mike Sokolowski ’79 - Football: captain, All-NCC; baseball: 3 year

varsity catcher, All-NCC; CCC coach: varsity football, JV baseball (7 years)

Kevin Noch ’91 - Basketball: co-captain and MVP, All-NCL, All-Star

game. Coach: basketball 2007-2011: 4 sectional titles, 3 districts,

1 state runner-up, 1 state championship

Jamon Williams ’93 - Football: 3-time All NCL, All-NE Ohio; basketball:

2-time All-NCL, All-State honorable mention

Jermaine Gay 1998 - Basketball: 2-time All-NCL, NCL

MVP; football: 2 time 2nd team All-NCL, 2nd team

All-District; coach: assistant varsity football (4 years),

assistant varsity basketball (5 years)

Mike Melton 2002 - Basketball: state division II Player

of the Year 2001-02 leading 1st team CCC to play in

the state final four

Chris Lottig 1977 - 2013 - Coach: softball, volleyball,

basketball, drill team; 1982 softball conference champs

(CCC 1st), Plain Dealer featured coach, girls athletic

director, assistant boys athletic director.

Joe Kilburg 1979 - 2013 - Coach: baseball, bowling,

football, golf, girls basketball and volleyball; 1993 baseball district

champ, Greater Cleveland Baseball Coaches Hall of Fame

John Simon ‘72

Mike Melton ‘02

Coach Ron Hodakievic

Joe Kilburg

and son Jim

Chall Montgomery

Dr. Joann Hynes aIsaiah Shakespear

Cindy Kinley,

Dr. Joann Hynes and

(seated) Lynn Jarosz

2016 CCC Athletic Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony




Lin Sinclair and

Jerry Fasko

(front) Mike Sokolowski ’79, Kevin Noch ’91, Joe Kilburg

(back) Jamon Williams ’93, Jermaine Gay ’98, Mike Melton ’02, Bob Chase ’ 74

Jamon Williams ’93

and Jamon Jr.

Dale Kusa '74 was unable to

attend. Coach Jerry Chase

accepted award on his behalf

Joe Kilburg

Bob Chase ’74

Jermaine Gay ’98, Coach Ron Hodakievic Mike Melton ’02 and family

Kevin Noch ’91 and

Coach Jim Serluco

Kelvin Mathis CCC 1979

and Lato’sha ReevesBrothers Mike ’79 and Bernie Sokolowski ‘73

Scott Sikorski ‘65




A l u m n i N e w s

REUNIONS

CLASS OF 1966 – ST. STANISLAUS

St. Stan’s High School Class of 1966 – 50th Reunion

For details contact: Sandy (Hujarski) Jozefczykat [email protected] or 440.444.6086. You can also contact

Frank Krajewski at 216.441.4258.

CLASS OF 1966 – OUR LADY OF LOURDES

Our Lady of Lourdes High School Class of 1966 –

50th Reunion

A committee of 1966 Crusaders has formed to plan a 50threunion for Saturday, October 1st at the Days Inn-Richfield,4742 Brecksville Road in Richfield.

Besides this festive evening event, other gatherings such asan informal Friday social and a liturgical celebration are under

discussion. Preliminary contact with classmates has been madethrough email and USPS. A later mailing to all classmates willinclude details. Check out “Our Lady of Lourdes Class of 1966” onFacebook for updates. If you have any questions, contact info orinput, please email Chairman Tom Krejci at [email protected].

CLASS OF 1976

Class of '76, 40th High School Reunion is only a few months away!Date: Saturday, August 13, 2016Place: The 100th Bomb Group

20920 Brookpark Road, Cleveland, OH 44135Time: 6:00 pm to 11:00 pm

Cost: $75 for alumni; cost of spouse/significant other is $50; Teachers-$50

Cost Includes:

• Venue (wheelchair accessible)• Appetizers• Complete dinner with choice of 4 entrees• Soft drinks, coffee, and dessert• Reunion celebration cake• D.J.• Photo booth (depending on number of people attending)

• Additional extras

*There will be a CASH BAR available

Deadline for RSVP and payment is June 13th. Payment may bemade in full or partial payment until balance is paid in full.

Please send payment to:Lynn Miller, 37933 Euclid Ave. Unit 2, Willoughby, OH 44094

The Hilton Garden Inn (4900 Emerald Ct SW, Cleveland OH44135) is located behind the 100th Bomb Squadron and has ashuttle to the venue.

For updated information go to “kathygilbertmcgintyreunion”

on Facebook or call Kathy at 330.591.8138.

St. Stanislaus Annual Alumni and Friends Picnic

This group works mainly to benefit St. Stanislaus Elementary School and parish.Information on this group and their efforts can be found in their free newsletter, The Spire (http://www.ststanislaus.org/Alumni-newsletters).

Annual Alumni and Friends Picnic will be held on Sunday, August 7th at Klima’sGardens on East 71st Street in Cuyahoga Heights. For more details, see the Spire.

The Alumni and Friends Group is trying to raise funds to benefit the church organrestoration. For more information or details contact Bob Sledz at [email protected] call him at 440.333.7827.

St. Stanislaus’s ElementaryGraduating Class of 1966 Special50th Reunion and Picnic

For details, contact Sharon (Sielaty) Kozak [email protected] or 330.233.6835 orDonna Ciborowski at 216.398.9653.

PEOPLE

Cleveland Central Catholic alum Vanessa Bell Calloway ’75

has been cast in the new drama Saints and Sinners. The series,

about a Baptist church in a small Georgia town, premiered on

Bounce TV on March 6th. Bell Calloway’s other film credits

include Coming to America (1988), Daylight (1996) and

Cheaper by the Dozen (2003).

Jantel Lavender ’07 was just named the EuroLeague Center of the

year. In addition to playing in the WBNA for the Los Angeles Sparks,

she also plays in the EuroLeague for Fenerbahce S.K. Istanbul.

Congratulations to Marcel Caver ’11 and Khari Dickson ’12. Both

have been invited to free agent rookie camps for the following

NFL teams. Caver – Detroit Lions and Khari – Philadelphia Eagles.



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In Memoriam

Darla Rae Bradley-Hall - passed away in December 2015.Beloved mother of Jay’da T. Hall ’17, Austin S. Hall, Jr. ’19, and

Justyn R. Hall. She is also survived by her husband, mother,

father and siblings.Arlene Wegenek Kosak ’55 St. Stan - passed away in Septem-ber 2015. Beloved mother of Michele (Kevin) Hofman, RaymondKosak, Jr., Diane (Ron) Espinosa and Lisa (Carl) Hansen. She is alsosurvived by her three siblings LaVern Mullen, Arvid Wegenek ’61and Anne Fess ‘62.

Lucy Cline - passed away in December 2015. Beloved mother offormer CCC teacher Tammy Sparks (Don) and Angela Cline. Sisterof Mary Shema, Josephine Girolamo, Rose Bonadio, Mike Rossiand Tom Rossi. Grandmother to many.

Antonio Camargo - passed away in December

2015 at the age of 56. Beloved husband of Evelyn,loving father of Veronica, Antonio P. ’08, andCristobal ’09, loving son of Antonio and Nereida,dearest brother of Emil (Jacki), Milton (Alida),

Petra Banks, Wilson (Martha), Guillermo (Nilda) andEfraim. Mr. Camargo was a longtime and loyalsupporter of the Sports Boosters at ClevelandCentral Catholic High School which he served up until his death.

Rose Ann Siarka - passed away in February 2016 at the ageof 90. Rose was preceded in death by her husband of 62 years

Frank. Rose was the mother of retired CCC Spanish teacher Rose

Marie, Barbara (Joe) Graham and Christine and the grandmotherand great grandmother to many.

Patrick J. “Bobby” Kilbane Jr. - passed away in February 2016at the age of 72. Beloved husband of Patricia and the dear fatherof Joanna (James) Henderson, Michelle and CCC teacher Joseph(Tiffany). Mr. Kilbane was the grandfather of three and a U.S. ArmyVeteran.

Charles Holloway Sr. - passed away in July 2015 at the age of72. Beloved husband of Betty and the father of Montina Preston,Intervention Specialist at CCC.

Joseph M. Rock, Sr. - passed away in July 2015 at the age of 77.

Beloved husband of Elizabeth (FiFi) and loving father to JosephM. Rock II, teacher at CCC.

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Lady Ironmen Varsity Volleyball Schedule 2016-1

Day Date Opponent Place Time

Tues. 8/23 @Thomas W. Harvey HS Thomas Harvey 4:30

Mon. 8/29 St. Martin de Porres HS Home 4:30

Wed. 8/31 @Garfield Heights HS Garfield Heights 4:30

Thur. 9/01 @Shaw HS Shaw 5:00

Tues. 9/06 Bedford HS Home 5:00

Thurs. 9/08 @Villa Angela St. Joseph VASJ 4:30

Mon. 9/12 Garfield Heights HS Home 4:30

Tues. 9/13 St. Thomas Aquinas HS Home 4:30

Thurs. 9/15 @Trinity HS Trinity 4:30

Mon. 9/19 @Laurel School Laurel 4:30

Tues. 9/20 Warren John F. Kennedy HS Home 4:30

Thurs. 9/22 @Youngstown Christian HS @Youngstown 4:30

Sat. 9/24 @Beachwood Invitational Beachwood 10:00Mon. 9/26 Cornerstone Christian Academy Home 4:30

Tues. 9/27 Villa Angela St. Joseph HS Home 4:30

Thurs. 9/29 @St. Thomas Aquinas HS St.Thomas Aquinas 4:30

Mon. 10/3 @St. Martin de Porres HS St.Martin de Porres 4:30

Tues. 10/4 Trinity High School Home 4:30

Thurs. 10/6 @Warren John F. Kennedy HS Warren JFK 4:30

Tues. 10/11 Youngstown Christian HS Home 4:30

Ironmen Varsity Football Schedule 2016-17

Day Date Opponent Place Time

Fri. 8/19 @Cuyahoga Heights HS Cuyahoga Heights 6:00

SCRIMMAGE

Fri. 8/26 @Dover High School Dover 7:00 Sat. 9/03 Lake Catholic HS Home 1:00

Fri. 9/09 @Elyria Catholic HS Elyria Catholic 7:00

Sat. 9/17 Notre Dame Cathedral Latin Home 1:00

Sat. 9/24 @University School University School 1:00

Sat. 10/01 @Youngstown Christ ian HS Youngstown Christian 7:00

Sat. 10/08 St. Thomas Aquinas HS Home 1:00

Sat. 10/15 Warren John F. Kennedy HS Home 1:00

Fri. 10/21 @Trinity HS Trinity 7:00

Fri. 10/28 Villa Angela St. Joseph Euclid HS 7:00

Advancement & School ScheduleCalendar of Events

GraduationWednesday, June 1, 2016St. Colman Church

Alumni Golf OutingSaturday, June 11, 2016Valleaire Golf Club

Welcome Back DaySaturday, September 3, 2016Cleveland Central Catholic

CleanUp+ClamsSaturday, September 24, 2016Ironman Center

Homecoming

Saturday, October 15, 2016Cleveland Central Catholic

Documents

Cleveland Central Catholic - Spring 2016 Connection Magazine