Happy Easter! - LSCHS

April 2010Volume Nineteen Number 8

La Salle College High School 8605 Cheltenham AvenueWyndmoor, Pennsylvania 19038

www.lschs.org

Dear Parents and Guardians,

Alleluia! The Resurrection of Jesus provides us with an entirely different perspective on our lives. We are the people of hope. We believe in an after-life and live this life differently as a result of this faith. Please join me in celebrating this momentous event in our Christian history. May the days of Easter (and spring) be filled with moments of new life made possible through Christ’s rising from the dead.

Spring seems like a well earned season. After the winter that we have experienced, it is good to finally hear birds and see children playing and enjoying the sunshine. Our school fields are busy every afternoon with practices and games. Our campus is once again filled with excitement and cheerful voices.

Special congratulations to our winter teams and coaches for providing us with another exciting season. The successes of the last three months drew many fans to our games. Wrestling and Swimming repeated as both Philadelphian Catholic League and District 12 Champions, while Hockey fell just short of a third consecutive Flyers Cup. Basketball proved to be a wonderful surprise by finishing first in the Philadelphia Catholic League Red Division and winning the District 12 (City) Championship. Their run in the PIAA State Tournament provided additional excitement. Bowling and Indoor Track continued to improve and their seasons featured several great performances. I would like to thank all of our athletes and coaches for spreading fame and providing us with much to celebrate.

Our faculty and students are likewise making some adjustments to a revised schedule due to snow holidays. We narrowly avoided another holiday on Monday, March 15, 2010 due to power outages caused by wind and rain. The power was restored 45 minutes prior to our having to make a decision; however, I express my empathy for those who had to endure the power outage over the weekend.

Enrollment and re-registration for next year is very good. La Salle is most appreciative of the sacrifice you are willing to make for your son’s education. It is my hope that our students will not disappoint you and frequently express their appreciation for your sacrifice in providing them with a value-driven education.

As the end-of-year events begin to unfold, I hope to see many of you at games, performances, and social events. La Salle continues to be a very active place, which requires a commitment of both students and their families on many levels. Your presence and support are key to our success as well as meaningful to your sons.

Enjoy all the blessings of yet another spring. May flowers and wonderful sounds fill each moment of your day.

Sincerely yours,

Brother Richard Kestler, FSC ’60President

Happy Easter!

2 Explorer Winter 2010

Annual Alumni Scholarship Golf Outing

Tuesday, June 1, 2010

Philadelphia Cricket Club6025 West Valley Green RoadFlourtown, Pennsylvania

Play will take place on both courses Wissahickon (Old) and Militia Hill (New).

50th

ALUMNIGOLF

For additional information, please contact Mary Frances Kelly at (215) 402-4814 or [email protected]

Celebrating 50 Years of Brothers‘ Boys

3 The Belcroft April 2010

Dear Parents and Guardians,

Incredibly, warm sunny days and the emergence of intrepid tulip and crocus plants are giving unmistakable hints that the long winter of record lows and snows is finally behind us. As April begins and Easter approaches, it feels like the season of rebirth and fresh hopes is truly upon us.

During the past winter, La Salle’s Board and Administration have worked through the process of assessing the impact of the protracted economic downturn and recovery on our financial position, and developing a plan to return La Salle to fiscal self-determination. We understand the profound impact of these plans on those for whom we care the most – our students, our parents, and our faculty/staff, and sincerely appreciate the sacrifice that you make for your sons and the Brothers’ Boys of the future.

Like the dawning of a new spring day, we have moved into the future. At our recent Board of Trustees meeting, we approved the 2011 Fiscal Budget that covers the school year 2010-2011. This budget assures our fiscal strength and accountability and sets the framework for subsequent years. We are already working with the Administration and Faculty/Staff to develop compensation models that form a foundation for future budgets and are investigating alternative approaches to allow us to gradually retire our debt and control the impact of a potential extended economic recession. Our goal is to implement the results of these efforts to return to normal tuition and compensation increases in Fiscal 2012 and beyond. We will continue to work throughout the summer so that our Strategic Vision and Plans will be in the final stages of completion by our October Meeting.

In 2011, La Salle will be a $21,000,000 operation and the following pie charts highlight the breakdown of the Operating Revenues and Expenses that make up our Fiscal 2011 Budget. In addition to the Operating Revenue, in keeping with our Board directive we will be supplementing tuition with $2,737,000 to cover need-based aid and merit scholarships.

On behalf of the Board of Trustees, I thank you for the extraordinary support, understanding, and cooperation that you have shown. I also commend your sons for the outstanding effort, demeanor, and results that they have brought to the classroom and to the varied competition venues over the past year. You and your son make us proud and are a splendid continuation of our tremendous legacy.

Thank you and best wishes for a blessed spring.

Sincerely yours,

Benjamin J. Ventresca, Jr. ’70 Chairman Board of Trustees

Board of TrusteesBenjamin J. Ventresca, Jr. ’70Chairman


Office of Academic AffairsThomas R. BarnaAssistant Principal for Academic Affairs

National Honor SocietyLa Salle’s odyssey of weather-related event cancelations continued throughout the month of March. Due to a recent power outage on the Belcroft campus, our annual National Honor Society Induction Ceremony was rescheduled for Monday evening, Monday, March 29, 2010. The Office of Academic Affairs is excited to report that 88 new members were inducted into the La Salle College High School chapter of the National Honor Society. Father Anthony Janton ’69 presided at the Eucharist and induction. Personal reflections on the characteristics of Scholarship, Service, Leadership, and Character were presented by the society’s senior officers: William McHugh, Patrick LaFata, Ryan McElroy, and Kevin Breen. Moderators of the National Honor Society are Brother William DiPasquale, FSC, and Ms. Tina Shustack. Congratulations gentlemen!

Course Registration UpdatesAside from the immediate focus of finishing our current academic year strong, planning for next year’s academic start is in full swing. Registration for the 2010-2011 school year is expected to finish up before Easter break begins on Wednesday, March 31, 2010. As students finish submitting their requests, counselors will review and approve their selections. As soon as a student’s selections are approved, a “parent sign-off sheet” will show up in your son’s Naviance account under the “course requests” heading. This form will serve as a verification of his course requests. The student and his parents should review this document to make sure that the courses listed are those he needs and/or requested for next year. If there are any problems or errors, the student should see his counselor(s) as soon as possible. Returning the signature sheet to La Salle is the responsibility of each student. It will be collected by your son’s counselor. The process will end with your son submitting the sign-off sheet before or on Wednesday, March 31, 2010. Students will have until Thursday, April 16, 2010, to entertain changes. On a related note, your son has been explained that all placements are approved by his teachers and reviewed by the respective department leader in that subject area. If you have questions or concerns about placements in World Language (Mrs. Diccicco), Math (Mr. Ponisciak), or Science (Mr. Gillespie), please contact the appropriate department chairperson. Other, more specific concerns in placements should be forwarded to the appropriate teacher or counselor.

Moving forward, the scheduling of students will take many months. It is a complex process since we are attempting to build individualized rosters for nearly 1,100 students; thus, once a roster is complete and the school year begins, that is the student’s roster. We cannot honor requests for specific teachers, lunch periods, or early dismissals (unless supported by compelling educational reasons). Your support of our efforts here is greatly appreciated. Each student will receive his official schedule for the 2010-2011 academic year in late August.

GraduationAs is the custom at La Salle, we would like to know if there are any graduates of the Class of 2010 who have members of the clergy in their families who would like to participate in the Baccalaureate Mass scheduled for Thursday, June 3, 2010. If you have a family member who is a priest, and he would like to concelebrate the Mass at graduation, please contact Mrs. Suzanne Russo at (215) 233-2911, ext. 4896 by Friday, April 30, 2010.


Office of Student AffairsJulia K. MaherAssistant Principal for Student Affairs

SpeakUp!Congratulations to Mr. Lew Clark (Campus Minister) and Pat Kerr ’11 who received “Jimmy Coins” at SpeakUp! this past month. This honor is given to students, educators, and parents who embody the “Spirit of Jimmy.” They make a difference in the lives of others because they are non-judgmental and recognize the goodness and potential in each person they interact with. Each one of them possesses the character traits attributed to Jimmy – resiliency, empathy, humility and loyalty.

Battle of the BandsThe Battle of the Bands was held on Friday, March 12, 2010 and featured eight bands on three stages. The event raised $1,600, which was donated to the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation. The winners were:

1st Place – “No Safety” featuring seniors Craig Bunting, John Ericcson, Dean Ripley, and Nick Volpe

2nd Place – “Cadence” featuring seniors Teddy Kradzinski, Maitland Minderjahn, and Tim Vogel

3rd Place – “Enterline” featuring freshmen Aaron Carreras, Mark Chandler, Pat May, John Tyrell, and Colin Weber

Senior NightOn Monday, March 15, 2010 the Class of 2010 marked 82 Days until Graduation (Saturday, June 5, 2010) with a dress-down day, a pasta dinner, and entertainment by hypnotist Kevin Hurley. The seniors and faculty/staff who attended had a great time! The event had to be rescheduled this year because of inclement weather. Hopefully next year’s celebration will be 100 days before Graduation!

Smokey Joe’s CafeCongratulations to the cast, stage crew, faculty, and staff involved with the production of “Smokey Joe’s Café”. The following students, faculty and staff did a wonderful job brining us four memorable performances:

Seniors Juniors Sophomores Freshmen

Michael Brady Anthony Certa Steve Anella Paul Curcillo

Pat Cero Kendal Chaney Mark Blanke Mark Chandler

David Cinque Chris Dearolf Michael Brunner Matthew Daly

Dan Clark Nick DiGioacchino Anthony Buonomo Richie Eckert

Jason Cianciulli Jonathan Frabriziani

John Corr Pat Dwyer Tim Fickenscher Joshua Frabriziani

John Ericcson Will Fisco Jack Fillenwarth Kevin Groome

Dan Goodwin Danny Finnegan Fred Ilsemann

Brian Haesler Andrew Lonergan Oscar Gryn Dane Lavery

Pat Higgins Will Marble Ryan Herbert Sean MacIntosh

Brian McCann

Will Kellogg Dutch Markward Conor Janda Agustin Marty

Joe Kwasizur Ryan McCann Michael Koerner Patrick May

Ryan McElroy Chris McElroy Dan Lynch Nick McDowell

Kevin Medved Pat McGuire Jon McCarry Chris Mele

Patrick Monahan Colin McIntosh Jack Mills Preston Murray

Joe Moroney Jake Noon Mike Muehlberger Sean Naessens

Onix Perez-Mas Jim Rose Tom Mullin Griff Ripley

Jeremy Rich John Santangelo Nick Oswik Anthony Silvestri

Dean Ripley Bob Schrupp Phil Radomski Kyle Stofka

Vince Szczesnick Eric Stone Alec Reimel Evan Walsh

Nick Volpe Caleb Weiler Stephen Rose Colin Weber

Ted Ryan Martin Zefelippo

Eric Schultz Robert Summerhays

Matt Volpe Nick Welsh

Faculty/Staff: Mr. Ciccimaro, Mrs. Cooney, Mr. Dominick, Mr. Hearn, Mr. Norman, Mr. Vettori, and Ms. Williams.

Student Council ElectionsStudent Council Elections for 2010 – 201 will begin in April and conclude by mid-May. Students have the opportunity to run for Executive Officers (seniors only), Class Officers, and/or Senators.

Fran Johnson Field DayLa Salle’s Sixth Annual Field Day is scheduled for Friday, April 23, 2010 (rain date Monday, April 26, 2010). For the past five years this event has been a huge success due to the planning and execution done by the Student Council. The enthusiasm of the faculty, staff and the student body for the day has been great. Students are able to “compete” in games of knowledge, dexterity, and athleticism while interacting with faculty and staff that run the events and/or accompany the students around the campus. Two favorites of the students have been the ultimate frisbee and dodge ball – competitions sure to return again this year. The day will end with a final assembly which will feature a tug-of-war between homerooms on each level and the walk/run on the track in memory of Fran Johnson, a teacher/coach who passed away in 2004. It should be a great day for the entire La Salle community.

La Salle PromsJunior Prom Senior PromSaturday, May 1, 2010 Friday, May 9, 2010 7:30 to 11:00 pm 7:00 to 12:00 pm Auditorium Presidential Caterers Semi-Formal Formal Wear

$32.50 per person/ $75 per person/ $65 per couple $150 per couple

All ticket prices include a basic picture package, dinner, and music. Semi-Formal attire means a shirt, tie, sports coat or suit. Formal wear is a tuxedo.


Sophomore Branch-Out DayWednesday, March 24, 2010

270 Students 90 Fathers 20 Faculty/Staff 15 Work Sites 1 Day of Service

Sophomore Branch-Out DayWednesday, March 24, 2010

270 Students 90 Fathers 20 Faculty/Staff 15 Work Sites 1 Day of Service


La Salle College High School is collecting supplies for our troopsserving in Iraq. These men and women are in desperate need

of many basic supplies.

The following items will collected at La Salle during the month of April:

Collection bins will be located in the Main Office during the entire month of April.Please send these items in with your son or drop them off in the Main Office.

The supplies will be packed and sent to our troops in Iraq as part of Operation Bedding.

Thank you for supporting our troops!

• Small Note Pads

• Pens

• Envelopes

• Sweat Socks

• Head Bands

• Sheets

• Wash Cloths

• Deodorant

• Chap Stick

• Insect Repellent

• Eye Drops

• Foot Powder

• Baby Wipes

• Canned Tuna

• Slim Jims

• Pepperoni

• Candy

• Gum

• Single Packetsof PowderedDrink Mix

Support Our Troops—Operation Bedding


Lasallian Service CorpsLew Clark and Thomas Devlin ’00LSC Coordinators

SundaySt. Francis InnSunday Before the First Monday of the Month10:00 amPrepare sandwiches to be delivered to a soup kitchenin inner city Philadelphia.Contact: Mr. Chuck Cirelli

MondayElder Share2:45 to 5:00 pmProvide companionship to residents of a local nursing home.Contact: Mr. Mike Ponisiack or Mrs. Dorothy Ponisiack

TuesdayLa Salle Academy Tutoring3:00 to 6:00 pmTutor inner city children at La Salle Academy, the originalsite of La Salle College High School.Contact: Mr. Dan Cipolla, Mr. Micky Dominick, or Mrs. Dorothy Marchese, Ms. Pam DeRose, or Dr. Rosina Ryan

Human Rights Forum2:20 pmMeet and discuss justice issues, the release of politicalprisoners, and reconciliation among people.Contact: Mrs. Betty Field

WednesdayProvidence Center3:00 to 6:00 pmTutor children in a center in Kensington run by the Sistersof the Holy Child. Contact: Mr. Tom Barna or Mrs. Cathy Winning

Homeless OutreachServe a meal and provide friendship to the poor in Philadelphia.5:00 to 9:00 pmContact: Mr. Lew Clark, Mrs. Carol Haggerty, Mr. Will Cummings, or Brother Anwar Martinez

ThursdayTriest House4:30 to 5:30 pmAssist mentally-challenged adults with physical therapy.Contact: Mr. Al Puntel

Ongoing OpportunitiesRespect Life 2:20 pmPray the rosary and participate in activities related toPro Life causes.Contact: Mr. Al Puntel and Mr. Mark Collins

Saturday and SundaySaint Vincent’s Soup KitchenSaturday and Sunday Morning9:00 to 11:30 amLast Sunday of the Month12:30 to 2:30 pmPrepare and serve meals to the poor of Germantown.Contact: Men of La Salle – visit www.lschs.org

Seasonal OpportunitiesMagazine Drive for St. Michael’s Indian SchoolThanksgiving Food Drive for St. Vincent’s Parish Mission Drive Secret Santa Operation Santa Claus Summer Immersion OpportunitiesProject AppalachiaContact Mr. Tom Devlin Building Bridges of SolidarityInternational Service in BoliviaContact: Senora Lastenia Breen Native American Experience Contact: Mr. Micky Dominick Lasallian Youth AssemblyContact: Mr. Lew Clarke or Mr. Tom Devlin

De La Salle BlackfeetContact: Mr. Tom Devlin

Urban ImmersionContact: Mr. Lew Clark

Grade Level Opportunities Freshman and Sophomore Branch-Out DayJunior Urban Challenge

Sign-Up with the

Mothers’ Club


A Taste Of The Big AppleOn Monday, March 22, 2010, forty-two juniors and five members of the faculty/staff from La Salle College

High School converged upon New York City to meet with alumni and gain valuable insight into a variety of

career paths. The primary focus of the trip was to acquaint students with the wide range of opportunities

offered by New York’s renowned businesses and institutions, and featured visits to the Public Theater,

United States District Court, New York Stock Exchange, Clinton Recording Studios, Madison Square Garden,

and Time, Inc.

The day began at the New York Public Theater on Lafayette Street in Greenwich Village, where the students met with eight La Salle alumni. The alumni who spoke about their various career and educational paths included: John Behan ’60, a law professor; John Casper ’87, a financial controller; Reverend Steven Clark ’72, a pastor in the Archdiocese of New York; Tim Erb ’94, a private wealth manager; Martin Feeny ’90, a senior vice president for an insurance and investment firm; Jerry Hathaway ’72, a labor relations and entertainment attorney; Marty Silvestri ’67, a composer and musical producer; and Walter Updegrave ’70, Editor of Money Magazine.

The boys divided into three groups and visited various locations in Manhattan. One group traveled to the United States District Courthouse, where they sat in on a trial and met with United States District Judge Kevin Castel and discussed the legal system and various legal professions. They proceeded to the New York Stock Exchange, where they were given a tour of the Stock Exchange floor by traders from J.P. Morgan and learned the process of buying and selling stocks and bonds.

A second group traveled to Clinton Recording Studios where they discussed the entertainment business with Marty Silvestri and sat in on the recording of a new Broadway musical. The boys also toured Madison Square Garden and discussed the business side of sports with Pat McDonough of MSG.

The third group traveled to Time, Inc. and toured various historical exhibits, including the Zapruder footage of the JFK assassination, and discussed the editorial, advertising, and publishing process with Walter Updegrave.

“How could a trip like this not be inspiring? Besides the fact that it occurred in New York, one of the most fascinating cities in the world, what made this trip really inspiring was the fact that it was led by La Salle graduates. To think that they all sat in the same seats we did, and at the time, did not really have a clue as to their career, motivates me to not fall in to the trap of going into a career simply for the money. The love for their careers, which was evident as they introduced themselves and touched on what they did for a living, was nothing short of inspiring. How many kids my age can honestly say they got a tour of Madison Square Garden or witnessed the recording of the soundtrack for a potential Broadway show? The opportunities all display the endless variety of options that one has heading into adult life.”

Marcus Richardson ’11

The day concluded with a visit to the Vatican Embassy for the United Nations, where the students had an audience with The Most Reverend Celestino Migliore, the Titular Archbishop of Canosa and Permanent Observer of the Holy See to the United Nations. His Excellency Archbishop Celestino Migliore and the students discussed the role of the United Nations in world affairs, the role of the Permanent Mission of the Holy See in World Affairs, other ways in which the Vatican seeks influence in world politics, the significance of the Holy See’s declaration of the Year of Priests and Vocations, and future challenges a sixteen or seventeen year old boy of today can expect in his lifetime as well as what leadership positions should be sought to address those challenges.


The College Counseling Department can be found at on the school’s website at www.lschs.org/college and is filled with important information about the college search and application process.

JuniorsVillanova University will host the Main Line College Fair on Tuesday, April 27, 2010 from 6:30 to 9:00 pm at the Pavilion on the Villanova Campus. Admission counselors from over 300 hundred colleges and universities will be present to discuss entrance requirements, curriculum offerings, and financial aid. The event will provide students and their families the opportunity to gather information about colleges and universities from across the country.

Check the calendar on our web page for a list of college fairs, open houses, and information nights.

Visits to college campuses are most important in finding the right match. Make every effort to visit campuses while classes are in session to get a realistic view of campus life. Please call ahead to make a reservation and remember to email the Admission Office after the tour and interview.

A list of academic and community service summer programs for sophomores and juniors is available on our College Counseling website, www.lschs.org/college at the Pre-College Summer Programs link. Many of these programs take place on college campuses locally, nationally, and internationally.

Juniors are reminded to be aware that May 5, 2010 is the deadline for the June 5, 2010 SAT. Consider taking the SAT II: Subject Tests on June 5, 2001. Many selective colleges require or recommend SAT Subject Tests for admission or placement. The ACT registration deadline is May 7, 2010 for the test on June 12, 2010. Remember to register for the Writing Section when taking the ACT. See the standardized testing tab on our website, www.lschs.org/college, for details. Also check out the Test Preparation site on Naviance for sample SAT and ACT questions and tutorials.

Students hoping to play intercollegiate sports should check out the NCAA Eligibility link at www.lschs.org/college for clearer understanding of the recruiting process and the NCAA Clearinghouse Eligibility requirements. Contact coaches, the Director of Athletics, and College Counselors with questions. As mentioned at Information Night for Parents of Juniors, another good source of information is The Winning Edge, the Student-Athlete’s Guide to College Sports published by Octameron Press.

With the costs of college education increasing, now is a good time to investigate scholarship programs at www.lschs.org/college at the Scholarship Information link. For comprehensive information about financial aid, check out College Links and Resources at www.lschs.org/college. An early estimate of eligibility for federal and state financial

aid, the Expected Family Contribution (EFC), can be calculated at the FAFSA site, www.FAFSA4caster.ed.gov Also check out the December 28, 2009 issue of the Wall Street Journal and an article titled “College Aid: There’s More Out There If You Ask” that can be found at Links and Resources at www.lschs.org/college

Parents of juniors are reminded to return to the College Counseling Center the following forms (if you have not already done so):

• Permission to Release Academic Information

• Parent’s Section

• Criteria for Selecting Colleges

Juniors are reminded of the importance of thoughtfully completing their homework for Advisory Class. Each assignment is a building block for the next in the college search an application process.

An important reminder as the semester progresses is that GPA’s and rigor of curriculum are the two top criteria for admission to college. Spring is the time for renewed motivation and best effort. It is also time to think about asking two teachers, preferably from junior year, to consider writing letters of recommendation for senior year college applications. Remember that writing letters of recommendation is very time-consuming and is a voluntary service on the part of our faculty.

SeniorsAll seniors who receive any scholarship or grant awards from any college (whether or not they intend to enroll) must bring a copy of the award letter to the College Counseling Center as soon as it is received. In order for a student’s name to appear in the Graduation Program as a scholarship recipient, he must follow this procedure.

Be prepared to register at one college by that college’s registration deadline. May 1, 2010 is the date viewed by the collegiate community as the universal reply date for regular admission. You will be required to send an admission and/or housing deposit to confirm your enrollment intentions. Under no circumstances should you enroll at more than one college.

After the student has committed to a college he should write a letter informing all other colleges of his intention to enroll elsewhere. This is an obligation to be taken seriously. It enables other students who may be “wait listed” to move up on that list.

Final transcripts will be sent by the College Counseling Office to the colleges where your sons are enrolling so it is important that seniors notify Mrs. O’Connell of their final choice. On the subject of final grades, check out “Colleges Don’t Like Senior Slump in High School” under Links and Resources at www.lschs.org/college

College Counseling CenterMary Kay MullenDirector of College Counseling


La Salle College High School

La Salle College High School Baseball CampSession One – Hitting Instruction OnlyJune 7, 2010 through July 9, 20109:00 am to 2:00 pm$150 per player

Session Two – PositionalJuly 12, 2010 through July 15, 20109:00 am to 2:00 pm$200 per player

Attend Both Sessions for $300

Open to players ten years old through players entering the 9th Grade.

For a camp application or additional information, please contact Coach Joe Parisi at (215) 402-4182 or [email protected]

La Salle College High School Basketball CampSession OneJune 21, 2010 through June 25, 20109:00 am to 2:00 pm

Session TwoJune 28, 2010 to July 2, 20109:00 am to 2:00 pm

Boy Ages 9 to 15$200 per session

Attend Both Sessions for $350

For a camp application or additional information, please contact Joe Dempsey at (215) 402-4153 or [email protected]

Future Stars Basketball AcademyJuly 19, 2010 through July 23, 20109:00 am to Noon

Boys and Girls Ages 5 to 9$175 per player

For a camp application or additional information, please contact Marty Jackson at (215) 402-4851 or [email protected]

La Salle College High School Football CampJuly 26, 2010 through July 29, 20104:00 to 8:00 pm

Boys Ages 8 to 16$175 per player

Discounts$150 for early registration (payment in full by June 1, 2010)20% discount for groups of three or more

For a camp application or additional information, please call Paul Colistra at (215) 402-4811 or [email protected]

La Salle College High School Jazz CampJune 21, 2010 through June 25, 20109:00 am to 1:00 pm

Boys and Girls Entering Grades 5 to 9$250

For a camp application or additional information, please call Joe Ciccimaro at (215) 402-4904 or [email protected]

2010


La Salle College High School Lacrosse CampEvening CampJune 14, 2010 through June 17, 20105:00 to 8:00 pmBoys Ages 11 to 16$200

Day CampJune 21, 2010 through June 25, 20109:00 am to 2:30 pmBoys Ages 5 to 16 and Girls Ages 5 to 13$250

For a camp application or additional information, please contact www.lschs.org/laxcamp, [email protected], or (215) 402-4850.

Peak Performance CampAll-Athlete Speed, Strength, and Agility CampJune 21, 2010 through June 25, 20105:00 to 8:00 pm

Boy Entering Grades 6 to 10$225 per camper

Discounts$200 for early registration (payment in full by May 1, 2010)$50 discount for groups of three or more$50 discount for those attending another La Salle Athletic Camp

For a camp application or additional information, please contact www.lschs.org/peakperformance, [email protected], or (215) 402-4811.

La Salle College High School Running CampAugust 9, 2010 through August 12, 2010 8:30 am to 1:00 pm

Boys and Girls Entering Grades 5 to 9$125 per runner

For camp application or additional information, please contact Greg Bielecki at (215) 402-4140 or [email protected]

La Salle College High School Soccer CampJuly 26, 2010 through July 30, 20109:00 am to 2:00 pm

Boys and Girls Ages 6 to 16$200 per player

For camp application or additional information, please contact Tom Turner at (215) 402-4821 or [email protected]


Academic Enrichment ProgramsJune 21, 2010 through July 23, 20108:30 am to 1:00 pm$975 (Tuition)$300 (Transportation)

Pre-7th GradeOpen to Boys and Girls Entering the 7th Grade

Pre-8th GradeOpen to Boys and Girls Entering the 8th Grade

A program centering on reading and writing, math, art, science and computer skills, and preparation for high school entrance examinations. Students prepare for high school entrance test through one full-scale practice test and through shorter, weekly practice units.

For an application or additional information, please contact (215) 402-4165 or [email protected]

SAT Preparation Course(Meets Tuesdays and Thursdays)June 22, 2010 through July 22, 2010

SAT Math8:30 to 10:30 am$325

SAT Critical Reading (Verbal)10:30 to 11:30 am$175

SAT Writing (Verbal)11:30 am to 1:00 pm$250

Enroll in All Three Courses for $650 All courses are open to students – male or female – from any area school.

Please register for any course(s) by visiting our website, www.lschs.org, and click on the Summer Program tab and print out the registration form.

ACT Preparation Courses(Meets Mondays and Wednesdays)June 21, 2010 through July 21, 2010

ACT Math and Science8:30 to 10:30 am Cost is $325This twenty hour course reviews the basic principles of Arithmetic, Algebra, Probability, Statistics, Data Analysis, Geometry and Trigonometry. Students will also examine the Science problems. Strategies are introduced for handling the ACT problems involving these principles. Students will use practice ACT tests to learn principles and strategies so that they will become comfortable with the formatting and type of questions on the actual test.

ACT English, Reading, and Writing10:30 am to 1:00 pm Cost is $400 These twenty-five hour courses begin with a series of diagnostic tests focusing on reading comprehension, and written English. The uniqueness of the ACT is stressed along with a general review of test taking strategies. There are practice tests given during the five weeks of the course and a Review Class prior to the PSAT and October SAT. It is strongly advised that a student enroll in both courses, however, the option exists to take just one.

Enroll in All Three Courses for $650 All courses are open to students- male or female- from any area school.

To register for one or more of these courses, please visit www.lschs.org and under Summer Programs, download and print the registration form.


Show your son that learning is about more than grades.You probably ask your son how he’s doing in school. You may ask how biology is going or if math is getting any easier. If you’re lucky, he’ll tell you a funny story about something that happened in art class. But be honest – that’s not what you’re really asking about. You want to know about your son’s grades.

It may be an important concern, but remember that the learning process is just as important. Make sure you show interest in what your son is learning at school and not just what his report card says. Be sure to ask your son:

• What book he is reading. What questions does he have about the story? Does he relate to the main character? Does the book remind him of any others he has read?

• About his most recent test. Does he think the test was a good way to measure how well he knew the material?

• About his accomplishments. How did he handle the most difficult science problem he recently aced? How did he feel after finishing that research paper?

• If he has had any experiences in class that changed his way of thinking. You may be able to share some of your own experiences that had a similar effect on you.

Questions like these show your son that you are interested in what he is thinking. They also show you are monitoring his development. Both of these reinforce the message that learning is about far more than just grades.

Reprinted with permission from the April 2010 issue of Parents Still Make The Difference!® (High School Edition). Copyright © 2010 The Parent Institute®, a Division of NIS, Inc.

Chore options can motivate your son.If you left it up to your son, the grass in your backyard would be eight feet high. He would be completely out of clean clothes and you’d have dust elephants, not dust bunnies, in the corners of your house.

For whatever reason, chores just aren’t high on your son’s list of priorities. Consider asking your son to spend a half hour per day doing whatever chores he chooses. Perhaps he’ll mow the lawn on Thursday and tackle that laundry on Monday. He may vacuum his room on Tuesday and clean the bathroom on Wednesday.

By letting your son decide what chores he completes, he gets a taste of adulthood. If he needs more encouragement, make it a house rule that he can’t watch TV, play video games, or chat online until a half hour of chores have been completed, but avoid nagging him if he occasionally opts to stare at the ceiling instead of completing chores.

Reprinted with permission from the April 2010 issue of Parents Still Make T he Difference!® (High School Edition). Copyright © 2010 The Parent Institute®, a Division of NIS, Inc.


Avoid being an overprotective parent to teach independence.Overprotective parents tend to “rescue” kids from problems to protect them from any pain or suffering. Kids often love this kind of parenting – at the time. But overprotection can prevent them from learning the life skills they’ll need as adults.

It’s especially important to avoid overprotecting teens. Teenagers need to learn to take care of themselves, especially as they will probably move away from home in a few years.

To make sure you’re not an overprotective parent:

• Avoid rescuing your son from small problems. If he has forgotten his geometry book at school and he has homework to do, he’ll have to figure something out. (Obviously, if your child is dealing with a larger problem, like being bullied, it’s fine to step in and help him.)

• Give your son responsibilities around the house. Knowing how to do his own laundry, how to make doctors’ appointments or how to mow the lawn will definitely come in handy when he’s an adult.


Have you talked with your son about integrity? Even a teen with the best of intentions will make mistakes. He may lie to a friend. He may go to a party he told you he wouldn’t attend.

It’s important to talk with your son about acting with integrity. While morality is the set of beliefs that help your son judge what’s right and wrong, integrity is how he acts on those beliefs. It’s great if your son says he believes in being honest, but what does he do when his friend asks for the answer to Question 10 on the test? What he does in that minute affects his integrity.

There are going to be times when he makes decisions that he knows are wrong. Some experts say that teens actually learn integrity in those minutes – they gain integrity by losing it, but that only works if someone helps them think through their choice. Ask your son:

• What got in the way of telling the truth?

• Were you trying to impress someone else?

• Would you have acted differently if you had been with a different group of people?

Tell your son that integrity is like a muscle. The more he uses it, the stronger it will become. So when he has to

make a tough decision, he should ask one question: Will this action build up my integrity?


Regular consequences lead to fewer arguments with your son. He’s missed his curfew. You’re too tired to argue about it, so you let it slide. It happens all the time.

Parents think they are avoiding an argument by letting their teens break the rules. And they are – for the moment, but they’re really just postponing the battle until the next time they try to enforce the rules.

It’s one of the great mysteries of discipline. The more consistently you apply consequences, the less you will have to impose them.

When you’re inconsistent, your son starts to think you don’t really mean what you say. The rules really aren’t rules – they’re more like suggestions. So he’ll fight your rules all the time. After all, sometimes pushing back works. On the other hand, if you enforce curfew every time, your teen will almost never fight. She knows what to expect if she breaks the rules, so she’s more likely to follow them.


Help your son benefit from the effects of community service. Woodrow Wilson, a wartime president, once said, “If you would be a leader, you must lead your own generation, not the next.” That’s what teen volunteers do every day.

Over the years, researchers have examined many of the positive effects of community service on teens, which include:

• Respect. Teens who volunteer learn to respect others and themselves. As they work to solve problems, they gain new skills. They see the results of their work. They gain the respect not only of their peers, but also of adults and community members.

• Leadership skills. Teens who participate in community service learn how to organize others. They know how to work in teams. Those are skills they can use in the classroom today and in the workplace tomorrow.

• The “coolness factor.” Other teens think that those who volunteer are cool. They respect them as leaders and look up to them.



Calendar of EventsMarch 31, 2010 Mothers’ Club Meeting AuditoriumApril 5, 2010 Mother and Son Service Project CafeteriaApril 21, 2010 New York Trip Montgomery MallApril 28, 2010 Senior Mother/Son Liturgy GymnasiumApril 29, 2010 Alumnae Mothers’ Luncheon Whitemarsh Valley Country ClubMay 2, 2010 Mother and Son Service Project Cafeteria May 27, 2010 Mothers’ Club Meeting Auditorium

Upcoming Volunteer OpportunitiesVolunteer help is welcome and appreciated at the following upcoming Mothers’ Club events. Please email or call the contact listed for each event with your availability.

Mother/Son Service ProjectApril 5, 2010 May 2, 2010 12:00 pm 10:00 pm

Cafeteria 10:00 am

The Mothers’ Club is partnering with Mr. Chuck Cirelli on a service project for mothers and their sons.

The project involves making “brown bag” meals for the homeless and less fortunate served by St. Francis Inn in Kensington. We meet on Sundays before the first Monday of the month to prepare the meals.

We will be meeting on Monday, April 5, 2010 at 12:00 pm and on Sunday, May 2, 2010 (last one for school year) at 10:00 am in the school cafeteria. We should be finished in about an hour. All of the food needed to make the meals will be provided and refreshments will be served. If you have brown paper grocery bags at home please bring them along as we use them to pack the bagged meals.

If you and your son are able to participate in this project, kindly contact:

Chris Letcavage (215) 368-2833 [email protected]

Mother/Son Communion BrunchA special “thanks” goes out to the large number of volunteers who assisted with the Communion Brunch. This is one of our largest events that would not be successful without a lot of help from many hands.

Senior Mother/Son LiturgyWednesday, April 28, 20106:30 pm

This is a special event for both seniors and their Moms as they prepare for graduation. Please mark your calendar and plan to attend this memorable evening at La Salle. There is no cost to attend this event, but it is reserved for seniors and their Mothers/Special Persons only. Invitations were mailed in mid-March. Please respond by April 18, 2010.

For more information, please contact:

Chris Giaimo Diana [email protected] deidenshink @chtandcompany.com

New York TripApril 21, 2010SOLD OUT

The Mothers’ Club will be venturing to see the spectacular Broadway musical, “Billy Elliott.” It is a wonderful story of a young boy following his heart to dance and making his dreams come true, with a musical score written by Elton John. Guests are asked to arrive between 8:00 and 8:15 am at the NW corner of the Montgomery Mall (Column 17, previously Boscov’s). Buses will depart promptly at 8:30 am. Hot coffee and tea will be available before boarding the assigned buses. While traveling to the Big Apple a “special beverage” will be served along with a delicious boxed lunch. Show time is 2:00 pm at the Imperial Theater (249 West 45th Street – between Broadway and 8th Avenue). The musical runs 2 hours and 45 minutes. Dining reservations will need to be made ahead of time. Buses will leave New York promptly at 8:00 pm with an expected arrival time of 10:30 pm at the Montgomery Mall. Snacks and drinks will be provided for the ride home. Cancelled checks are confirmation for reservations. If you are on the waiting list, you will be contacted if space becomes available.

For additional information, please contact:

Mary Beth [email protected]

Mothers’ ClubSusan BilottaPresident


Mothers’ Club (continued)

Keyboards NeededThanks to everyone who has already donated musical keyboards to our collection for La Salle Academy. The collection will continue until we reach our goal of fifteen. La Salle Academy is dedicated to educating children in grades 3 through 8 whose potential is limited by social, academic, or financial challenges, and whose parents desire, but cannot afford, a Catholic education. The keyboards will allow the music teacher to introduce the art of playing an instrument to these underprivileged students.

If you have a new or used musical keyboard to donate, please contact:

JeriBeth Subers (215) 641-0522 [email protected]

Sally Foster Gift WrapThank you to all those who supported the Gift Wrap sale! If you still need some gift wrap for your holiday or other gifts La Salle will continue to receive full credit for all orders placed online until June 30, 2010. Go to www.sallyfoster.com, click on support a fundraiser, reference our school’s Account No. 67725, and begin shopping! Your order will be shipped promptly to your home address. If your order is more than $70.00, shipping is free.

Any questions, contact:

Megan [email protected]

eScripHelp La Salle College High School earn thousands of dollars. Please log ontowww.escrip.com and register to do your on-line shopping with hundreds of merchants at the new “online mall”. The La Salle code is 62525176. In addition to regular shopping, you can even make purchases for travel, airlines and online services. . No need to worry if you are already supporting someone else with eScrip as our contributions can be split among several institutions. Local eScrip merchants will contribute up to 8% of the purchases you make to La Salle.

La Salle College High School raised over $4,400 from the eScrip program in 2009 and over $1,000 from registered people who shopped at Genaurdi’s

Also at eScrip, register for Genuardis Cash Back Program with your Genuardis shopping card number. When you shop at any Genuardis store, a percentage of your bill will automatically be credited to La Salle. In the event that you have any questions, please contact:

Ann Marie Sanders [email protected]

Mothers’ Club Alumnae Committee NewsDonnamaria Dolan, Kathy Caramenico, Pam Grady,. Lisa Henrich, Barbara Grelis Houldin, Terry Millet, and Janet McBride

Shared Treasures Many thanks to all of our volunteers who are helping make this new venture a success. We can always use more help, though, so if you have a few hours on Thursdays (there are two shifts – 9:30 am to 12:30 pm and 12:30 to 3:30 pm), please contact Kathy Caramenico at [email protected] to be added to the volunteer rotation.

Please remember Shared Treasures if you�re giving your home a different look and need to find a new home for household décor and accessories that don�t fit that look. Our customers are especially fond of crystal, silver and porcelain pieces, works of art and both indoor and outdoor furniture. All donations, which are tax-deductible, are gratefully accepted. Please bring items with you on Thursdays during shop hours or drop them in the green box on the side porch at Dunleavy on Wednesdays.

Shared Treasures is open on Thursdays from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm at the Dunleavy Center, where you’ll always find fabulous finds and fantastic values in men’s and women’s clothing and accessories and household décor.

This Month’s Hot Picks At Shared Treasures• Glass Vases

• Two Matching Loveseats

• Brass Chandelier

• Brass Ceiling Fixture

To see photos of these hot picks, plus several other unique items, please click here. Better yet, stop by Shared Treasures and take a look or visit http://www.lschs.org/treasures to see them online.

Alumnae Mothers LuncheonApril 29, 2010Whitemarsh Valley Country Club

By now, all mothers of La Salle alumni should have received an invitation for the Mothers’ Club Alumnae Luncheon scheduled for April 29, 2010 at Whitemarsh Valley Country Club. Please contact Maryann Meves at [email protected] if you have not received an invitation and would like to attend.


Upcoming Calendar of EventsThursday, April 8, 2010 Monthly Meeting 6:30 pm Nominations Meeting Open to ALL FathersSunday, April 25, 2010 Father/Son Golf Outing Horsham Valley Country Club Open to ALL familiesSunday, May 2, 2010 Father/Son Baseball Outing Baltimore Orioles vs. Boston Red Sox Camden Yards, Baltimore Open to ALL FamiliesThursday, May 6, 2010 Monthly Meeting 6:30 pm Installation of New Officers Open to ALL FathersThursday, May 27, 2010 Year End BBQ/Picnic

Father/Son Baseball OutingSunday, May 2, 2010Camden Yards

Spring training is almost over and the Men of La Salle has already reserved our annual trip to beautiful Camden Yards in Baltimore. We have purchased 125 tickets, which are available on a first come, first serve basis. The Orioles have many new players and will be entertaining the Boston Red Sox at 1:30 pm. The day will begin with and Express Mass by Father Tony at 9:00 am and the buses will leave at 10:00 am to provide time to walk around this lovely baseball facility before the start of the game. Our tickets this year will be in the sun in the lower boxes along the left field line. The Red Sox are considered a premium, so the total cost including the buses is $69.40 per person. We expect the tickets to go fast, so please reserve your spaces early.

As we do every year, after the game, time is allowed to visit the Inner Harbor to grab something to eat or watch some of the veteran fathers bring a few laughs to everyone. Buses will leave from the ESPN Sports Zone at 7:00 pm for the trip home.

For more information or to reserve your tickets early, contact:

Dave Lagner (215) 646-2143 [email protected]

St. Vincent’s Soup KitchenEvery weekend through the end of the school year, the Men of LaSalle will continue our service to those less fortunate in our community, by helping to prepare and serve meals at St. Vincent’s. The Soup Kitchen is located at 109 East Price Street in the Germantown section of Philadelphia. This is a great opportunity for fathers and sons to spend some time together in service to the needy in our community, while at the same time setting an example to give back. Volunteers are needed to prepare food every Saturday and serve every Sunday from 9:30 to 11:30 am and 12:30 to 2:30 pm. No experience is needed, just a desire to spend time together and help others. Please go online to sign up and help make a difference.

Building Bridges of SolidarityCochabamba, Bolivia

Señora Lastenia Breen, a member of La Salle’s Spanish faculty, is asking for your generosity towards the people of Cochabamba, Bolivia. They are in need of usable clothing for all age groups, including newborns (no XL or bulky clothing). This past summer, nineteen La Salle students and three faculty members traveled to Cochabamba, and distributed clothes and food donated by the La Salle families to children in hospitals, country-side schools, and the poor working class. They also helped to construct, paint, and cement rural schools.

We need your help again. Building Bridges of Solidarity, will be traveling to Cochabamba, Bolivia in June of 2010 to help assist the people of the country. All La Salle families are invited to help with this International Lasallian Outreach. Donations will be accepted at any time at the La Salle College High School Language Office. Thank you for your generosity. If you have any questions at all, please contact Señora Lastenia Breen at [email protected]

Men of La SalleBud McGann ‘83President

Sunday, April 25, 2010 • $65.00 per golfer (price held same for SIX YEARS!) HORSHAM VALLEY GOLF CLUB, Babylon Road, Ambler, PA 19002

You don’t need to be scratch golfers. The scramble format (best ball) ensures that golfers at any level can compete. The course is 5,115 yards long, par 66. Your short game is important on this beautiful course. For directions please go to the Horsham Valley web page horshamvalleygolf.com. More importantly, we will always remember the opportunity we had to spend time with our sons. What’s included: 18 Holes of Golf (if possible), Golf Cart, Lunch, Golf Prizes, Including Closest to the Pin, Longest Drive, Low Net Father/Son Team, Hole-in-One on designated hole for free La Salle Tuition!

AM Round PM Round7:30 AM 12:00 PM8:00 AM 1:15 PM12:30 PM 12:00 PM1:00 PM 5:00 PM

Preferred Tee Time (Check 1st Choice) ___AM ___PM ___No Preference ___AM (Due to school activity)

Registration FormSunday, April 25, 2010

1. Father’s Name___________________________________________________________________

Daytime Phone:__________________________ Email:_____________________________________

2. Son’s Name_____________________________________________________________________

3. Son’s Name_____________________________________________________________________

4. Son’s Name_____________________________________________________________________

Form submitted by:

Name_________________________________________________________________________________

Phone_________________________________________________________________________________

Email_________________________________________________________________________________

Number of Golfers x $65.00 = Total Enclosed $_________________________________________________________________________________

Make check payable to: “Men of La Salle” to be received no later than April 10th.

Please return payment and Registration Form to:Bud Zysk- Men of LaSallec/o LaSalle College High School8605 Cheltenham Avenue Wyndmoor, PA 19038 Email: [email protected]

Men of La Salle Father/Son

Attention La Salle Fathers and Sons!

-------Registration, Refreshments, Putting Green--------------------Shotgun Start 18 Hole Scramble------------------------------------------Lunch---------------------------------------------------Prizes & Awards----------------------

Sunday, April 25, 2010 • $65.00 per golfer (price held same for SIX YEARS!) HORSHAM VALLEY GOLF CLUB, Babylon Road, Ambler, PA 19002

You don’t need to be scratch golfers. The scramble format (best ball) ensures that golfers at any level can compete. The course is 5,115 yards long, par 66. Your short game is important on this beautiful course. For directions please go to the Horsham Valley web page horshamvalleygolf.com. More importantly, we will always remember the opportunity we had to spend time with our sons. What’s included: 18 Holes of Golf (if possible), Golf Cart, Lunch, Golf Prizes, Including Closest to the Pin, Longest Drive, Low Net Father/Son Team, Hole-in-One on designated hole for free La Salle Tuition!

AM Round PM Round7:30 AM 12:00 PM8:00 AM 1:15 PM12:30 PM 12:00 PM1:00 PM 5:00 PM

Preferred Tee Time (Check 1st Choice) ___AM ___PM ___No Preference ___AM (Due to school activity)

Registration FormSunday, April 25, 2010

1. Father’s Name___________________________________________________________________

Daytime Phone:__________________________ Email:_____________________________________

2. Son’s Name_____________________________________________________________________

3. Son’s Name_____________________________________________________________________

4. Son’s Name_____________________________________________________________________

Form submitted by:

Name_________________________________________________________________________________

Phone_________________________________________________________________________________

Email_________________________________________________________________________________

Number of Golfers x $65.00 = Total Enclosed $_________________________________________________________________________________

Make check payable to: “Men of La Salle” to be received no later than April 10th.

Please return payment and Registration Form to:Bud Zysk- Men of LaSallec/o LaSalle College High School8605 Cheltenham Avenue Wyndmoor, PA 19038 Email: [email protected]

Men of La Salle Father/Son

Attention La Salle Fathers and Sons!

-------Registration, Refreshments, Putting Green--------------------Shotgun Start 18 Hole Scramble------------------------------------------Lunch---------------------------------------------------Prizes & Awards----------------------

Men of La Salle

SPEND A MEMORABLE DAY THAT BONDS A FATHER AND SON FOR A LIFETIME!

Registration FormSunday, May 2, 2010

1. Name________________________________________________________________________

2. Name________________________________________________________________________

3. Name________________________________________________________________________

4. Name________________________________________________________________________

5. Name________________________________________________________________________

6. Name________________________________________________________________________

Form submitted by:

Name_________________________________________________________________________________

Phone_________________________________________________________________________________

Email_________________________________________________________________________________

Number of Attendees x $69.40 = Total Enclosed $_________________________________________________________________________________

Please return payment to “Men of La Salle” to be received no later than April 25th.

Please return payment and Registration Form to:Men of La Salle Annual Baseball Outing c/oDaveLagner509HamiltonRd.. LowerGwynned,PA19002215-646-2143 Email:[email protected]

Spring training for major league baseball is upon us and the Men of La Salle have already secured our date for the annual Father & Son baseball trip to Camden Yards in Baltimore. This annual event is one of the most popular events on the school calendar as it provides you with the opportunity to spend a unique day with your son regardless of whether you are a baseball fan or not.

This event is also meant to include grandfathers, uncles, cousins and those boys who may not have a father (we will not exclude any mothers that may be interested).

Sunday, May 2, 2010The Orioles will be hosting the Boston Red Sox!

$69.40 per person (considered a premium game), includes ticket and transportation.Game time is 1:30pm and the day will begin at LaSalle with a Mass in the gym at 9:00am. Buses will leave the school parking lot at 10:00am sharp to provide enough time before the game to explore the stadium and collect batting practice balls hit into our section. Seats are in the sunny lower boxes along the left field foul line.After the game, time will be allotted to venture over to the Inner Harbor for a bite to eat and other entertainment. Buses will leave from the Aquarium exactly at 7:00pm.

125 tickets reserved — first come, first served!


Microsoft/Cisco ProfessionalKyle Leprevost ’10 recently passed seven Microsoft Certified Professional tests and reached the status of a Microsoft IT Professional, which is the highest level of Microsoft Certification ever achieved by a La Salle student.

In addition, he passed the CCNA exam and became a Certified Cisco Network Associate, which validates his ability to install, configure, operate, and trouble-shoot medium-sized routed and switched networks. He is the first La Salle student to ever obtain this certification.

Eagle ScoutWilliam Risko ’12 has earned the rank of Eagle Scout in Troop 305 sponsored by St. David’s Church in Willow Grove, where he is the Assistant Senior Patrol Leader. His project was a food drive that collected $1,500 of donated food for a local food bank. William is also a member of the Rowing program. Eagle Scout is the highest rank that can be obtained in the Boy Scouts of America and is earned by one out of every one hundred Boy Scouts.

WrestlingCongratulations to our Wrestling Team who repeated as Philadelphia Catholic League and District 12 Champions and qualified five wrestlers for the Pennsylvania Interscholastic Athletic Association (PIAA) Individual Championships, where La Salle finished in 5th place (in team points).

Shane Springer – 2nd (Silver Medal) – 152 lbs.

Casey Kent – 3rd Place (Bronze Medal) – 125 lbs.

Joe Mazzi – 7th Place (Ribbon) – 135 lbs.

Matt Cimato and Ryan Geiger also represented La Salle and earned points in the consolation round.

SwimmingThe 2009/2010 Swimming Team qualified thirteen swimmers for this year’s state championship meet at Bucknell University on March 17-18, 2010. As these swimmers look back over the swimming season a lot of exciting things have happened to get them to Bucknell. The team finished undefeated (10-0) during the dual meet season, and captured its 22nd consecutive Philadelphia Catholic League Championship, as well as its 2nd consecutive District 12 Championship. The team has been led by Senior Captains and All-Americans Andrew Sideras and Rhoads Worster.

RacquetballNick Pilla ’10 won the Junior (18 and Under) State Championship in Racquetball held on March 7, 2010 at Pennsylvania State University. Nick hopes to make the Junior National team.

Academic DecathlonThe Academic Decathlon Team finished second at the Montgomery County Academic Decathlon and earned several individuals medals at the State Championship:

Pat Monahan ‘10 (Honors Division) Gold Economics Gold Interview Silver Music

Kevin Medved ‘10 (Honors Division) Silver Science

John Corr ’10 (Scholastic Division) Gold Math Silver Literature Silver Science Bronze Speech Silver Overall (he had the 2nd highest score among ALL scholastic students)

Matt McGlynn ‘10 (Scholastic Division) Gold Science Gold Essay Gold Economics Silver Math

James O’Connor ’13 (Scholastic Division) Gold Superquiz (Social Studies) Silver Essay Bronze Math

Anthony Certa ‘11 (Varsity Division) Bronze Interview

Proclamation for All Three State ChampionshipsAll three of the 2009 State Championship Teams from La Salle College High School were honored on Thursday, March 18, 2010 at the Montgomery County Court House. La Salle captured the State Championship in Hockey, Lacrosse, and Football in 2009 and proclamations were read to student athletes representing the three teams by La Salle alumni who work for Montgomery County as judges, commissioners, or directors.

Men of Accomplishment


Varsity Sports UpdatesTony ReschAthletic Director

RowingChris Doyle ‘69Head Coach

April

3 St. Augustine Invitational 11 4th Many Flick Regatta

TennisBill Geiger ’72Head Coach

April

5 Cardinal O’Hara 3:30 pm Away 6 Archbishop Ryan 3:30 pm Home 7 Bonner-Prendergast Catholic 3:30 pm Home 9 Greater Philadelphia Tennis Arthur Ashe Challenge Center 12 Archbishop Wood 3:30 pm Away 14 Archbishop Carroll 3:30 pm Home 19 St. Joseph’s Prep 3:30 pm Home

Track and FieldPat DevineHead Coach

April

3 Council Rock Invitational 9:00 am Council Rock North 10 TFCA of GP Spring Invitational 10:00 am Upper Darby 12 2nd PCL Meet 3:30 pm Home 17 C.B. West Relays 10:00 am C.B. West 19 3rd PCL Meet 3:30 pm Home 23 Penn Relays Franklin Field 24 Penn Relays Franklin Field 26 4th PCL Meet 3:30 pm Home

BaseballJoe ParisiHead Coach

April

3 Archbishop Carroll 12:00 pm Home 6 Roman Catholic 3:45 pm Away 8 Roman Catholic 3:45 pm Home 10 Haverford School 1:00 pm Home 12 Bonner-Prendergast Catholic 3:45 pm Home 14 Bonner-Prendergast Catholic 3:45 pm Away 17 Frankford High School 12:00 pm Home 20 Archbishop Ryan 3:45 pm Away 22 Archbishop Ryan 3:45 pm Home 24 Calvert Hall 1:00 pm Home 26 North Catholic 3:45 pm Home 28 North Catholic 3:45 pm Picolli Field

LacrosseBill LeahyHead Coach

April

3 St. Joseph’s Prep 6:00 pm Widener University 5 Easton Area High School 2:30 pm Home 6 Archbishop Wood 3:45 pm Away 8 Conwell-Egan Catholic 3:45 pm Home 13 Episcopal Academy 4:00 pm Home 17 Georgetown Prep 12:00 pm Haverford School 20 Father Judge 3:45 pm Away 24 Lower Merion High School 11:30 am Radnor High School 27 Malvern Prep 4:00 pm Away

Brother Aloysius Lumley Memorial Golf OutingMonday, April 26, 2010 Cedarbrook Country Club180 Penllyn PikeBlue Bell, PA 19422

11:30 am Registration12:00 pm Lunch1:00 pm Shotgun Start Dinner to Follow

Shamble Format$175 per personThe price includes green fees, lunch, and dinner.Register as an individual golfer or with additional players.

For additional information, please contact Marty Jackson at (215) 402-4851, or [email protected].

NAME

ADDRESS

CITY/STATE/ZIP CODE

DAYTIME PHONE NUMBER

EVENING PHONE NUMBER

PREFERRED E-MAIL

NAME(S) OF GOLFERS

Please make all checks payable to the La Salle College High School Golf Team.

Return registration form and check to:Marty JacksonLa Salle College High School8605 Cheltenham AvenueWyndmoor, PA 19038

Number of Golfers at $175 each

$ Total for Golf

Hole Sponsor at $100 each Lunch Sponsor for $500 Putting Green Sponsor for $500 Driving Range Sponsor for $500 Cart Sponsor for $500 Halfway House Sponsor for $500 Dinner Sponsor for $1,000

$ Total Sponsors

$ Dinner Only at $50.00

$ Total Enclosed

All sponsors will have their signs displayed prominently on the golf course.

Please include a business card or indicate below the information that you would like included on the sign.

ON SALE NOW!The Sesquicentennial History of La Salle College High SchoolThis hardcover, limited edition, is a one-time collector’s publication containing stories and reflections, and hundreds of photographs of our 150 years.

Please visit the school bookstore to purchase copies or order online at www.lschs.org

The Official Newsletter of La Salle College High School

PresidentBrother Richard Kestler, FSC ’60

PrincipalJoseph L. Marchese

Vice President of Institutional AdvancementDaniel L. McGowan

Director of Communications and Public RelationsChristopher M. Carabello ’82

The BelcroftLa Salle College High School8605 Cheltenham AvenueWyndmoor , PA 19038

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First Class MailThe Belcroft is published by La Salle College High School during the months of September through May.

The Belcroft welcomes articles and submissions from the entire La Salle Community. The deadline for submissions is the fifteenth day of themonth prior to the date of publication. All submissions received after the fifteenth of the month will not be included in the upcoming issue; rather, will be considered for inclusion in a future issue.

The Editor of the The Belcroft reserves the right to make all decisions regarding the content and layout of the newsletter.

April 2010Volume Nineteen Number 8

The Belcroft is named in honor of the mansion that first occupied the campus of La Salle College High School. Built in 1927, the home of Clarence M. Brown now serves as the residence of the Christian Brothers Community.

Calendar of Events April 2010 1-9 Easter Break

4 Easter

12 Classes Resume

13-16 Kairos 37-74

13 Alumni Board Meeting 7:30 pm

21 Mothers’ Club New York Trip

23 Fran Johnson Field Day

25 Father/Son Golf Outing

26 Brother Aloysius Lumley Golf Outing

28 Senior Mother/Son Liturgy 7:00 pm

29 Mothers’ Club Alumnae Luncheon

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