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SPRING 2016, Vol. 19, Issue 3

Spring 2016

Three Generations ofBethlehem Graduates

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Graduation Day

Upper Left - Steven Collett is congratulated by Father Terry Bradshaw;

Upper Right - Valedictorians Grason Gasser and Morgan Yates

Center Left - Tossing of the CapsCenter Right - Ashley Butler receives herdiploma from Principal Tom Hamilton

Bottom Left - Class of 2016Bottom Right - Salutatorian G. J. Olde Loohuis

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On the front cover, Sarah Jean Rogers ('48) Carrico, Ivy Elizabeth Carrico ('16) and David Carrico ('77). Sarah Jean has had six children and nine grandchildren graduate from

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OUR COMMITTMENT TO OUR STUDENTS

TOM HAMILTON

Recently, I was with several colleagues, brainstorming what this article ought to be about. All the standard topics came up: the 2016 graduating seniors, the service our students perform in the com-munity, all the athletic and extra- curricular accolades, and so forth. Then someone suggested, how about talking about the class of 2012? After several puzzling looks, I realized that was it! For a little background, we like to track our graduating classes after four years, and this class of 2016 compares very well with the group that graduated four years ago. What better way to reflect on the mission and vision of a college preparatory school today than to take a ”Where are they now?” look to see what the class of 2012 has accomplished in the four years since graduation.

With twenty-four graduating classes under my belt, I admit I had to go back and check out a 2012 yearbook. The Class of 2012 was a pretty phenomenal class. They graduated with a very high ACT score much like this year’s class. Just like this year, every student of the class of 2012 had been ac-cepted to a post-secondary institution or college, most with scholarships. As a matter of fact, the top ten students in that class went to college for a collective total of $5000 in tuition expenses. That aver-ages out to $500 per student to colleges like Vanderbilt, Centre, Transylvania, and the University of Kentucky. The Class of 2012 was Bethlehem High School’s 100th graduating class and not only strong in academics but strong in character as well. Here’s what I found out.

Using all the tried and true methods of finding out about people, we talked to parents, classmates, family, and of course, checked out FaceBook. Of the 68 graduates of Bethlehem High School four years ago this week, 42 of them have graduated from college. Eleven of those students are in gradu-ate school, including two in medical school, one in law school, and six more in physical and occupa-tional therapy, pharmacy, and engineering. Ten more students are set to graduate by next spring, a practice most parents know as the five-year plan! That brings the graduation rate to an impressive 77% for this class while the state of Kentucky averages 19%. Those that have graduated or gone on to work are starting careers in nursing, engineering, sonography, marketing, and event planning. We have several in the military, a chef in Disney World, an entertainer in Nashville, and two who have returned home to serve their community as a police officer and a teacher at Bethlehem. As far as my non-scientific research can tell, every single member of the class of 2012 is employed and doing well.

This brings me to the current class of Bethlehem, the class of 2016, an equally strong group of gradu-ates. We don’t know the statistics on them yet, but something tells me they will be just as successful. There is no better reward for an educator than to see young people we teach go out and achieve their goals. It’s not about money and big paying jobs; it’s about that well-round-ed citizen who knows how to speak to a group, lead or follow depending on the situation, demonstrate tolerance, respect, and compassion, and fi-nally, possess a strong commitment to the Christian values of the Gospels.

Bethlehem High School is closing in on 200 years of serving this region with quality education and character. Our future is exciting, having just acquired land out on US 245 to grow with our second campus. Our past is secure, with a long tradition of graduating young people like the class of 2012. Our present is strong, as we graduate another class of young citizens with solid proof that our mission and vision is working for this community.

This article first appeared in The Kentucky Standard.

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Pictured above - Veterans Day Celebration; Volleyball District Title; Class of 2016; Academic College Signing Day; Senior Walk-Thru at St. Joe Elementary School;

Welcome Supper; 2015-16 Student Ambassadors; Honor Graduates

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ACADEMIC ACCOMPLISHMENTSACADEMIC EXCELLENCEIN THE LIBERAL ARTS AND SCIENCES

MORGAN RILEY YATES AWARDEDFATHER JOHN MORGAN SCHOLARSHIP

Morgan Riley Yates is this year’s recipient of the Father John Morgan Scholarship. The scholarship was established in 1998 to award collegiate scholarships to one graduate from each of the Catholic high schools in the Archdiocese of Louisville. Each student receives $7,000 to be applied toward his or her college education. In addition, Morgan was a recipient of the C.V. McClurg Scholarship valued at $120,000 to Florida Southern College and the All "A" Classic 5th Region Scholarship.

Morgan attended the American Legion's Girls State at the University of the Cumberlands between her junior and senior year. She is the Class of 2016 Valedictorian, AP Scholar, and Student Ambassador. She was a member of the ACT 30+ Club, National Honor Society, Interact Club, Pro-Life Club (President), and Student Council. Morgan was a four-year member of the Banshees Soccer team that advanced to the KHSAA State Final Four this past season..

Morgan is the daughter of Jody Yates and Becky Yates, both of Elizabethtown. She will be attending Florida Southern College in the fall, majoring in Pre-Med.

WILL ATTEND FLORIDA SOUTHERN COLLEGE

MARY AGNES DUGAN CLAYTON SCHOLARSHIP AWARDED TO FRANCIS LEE DICKERSON, IIIBELLARMINE BOUND

Senior Francis (Frankie) Lee Dickerson, III has been awarded the Mary Agnes Dugan Clayton Scholarship. While at Bethlehem, Frankie has been a member of the Eagles golf team.

Joe Paul Clayton established the scholarship in the name of his mother for a Bethlehem student attending Bellarmine University. The scholarship provides full tuition plus room and board. Mary Agnes Dugan Clayton was a 1943 graduate of Bethlehem High School.

Frankie is the son of Frank Dickerson (’82) and Tina McDonnell of Bardstown, KY. He will be attending Bellarmine University in the fall of 2016.

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Founded in 1958, Hugh O’Brian Youth Leader-ship's (HOBY) mission is to inspire and develop the global community of youth and volunteers to a life dedicated to leadership, service and in-novation. Attending this year’s seminar at East-ern Kentucky University are upcoming juniors Ariel Becker, Alex Brown, Kirsten Crepps, Sarah Downs and Emily Faith.

The seminar this year will be a four-day seminar. Students will participate in hands-on leader-ship activities, meet leaders in their state, and explore their own personal leadership skills while learning how to lead others and make a positive impact in their community. The seminar cur-riculum is based on the Social Change Model of Leadership and develops leadership from three perspectives: Personal Leadership, Group Leader-ship, and Leadership for Society.

These ambassadors will be asked to think for themselves and to become critical thinkers, examine their personal leadership, practice group leadership and pledge leadership in society, and enhance their leadership skills through active involvement in the community

HOBY STUDENTSBECOMING LEADERS

NATIONAL MERIT COMMENDEDACADEMIC EXCELLANCE

The National Merit® Scholarship Program, which began in 1955, is an academic competition for recognition and scholarships. High school students entered the National Merit Program by taking the Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test no later than their junior year.

Of the 1.5 million entrants, some 50,000 with the highest PSAT/NMSQT® Selection Index scores qualified for recognition in the National Merit® Scholarship Program. In September, these high scor-ers were notified through their schools that they had qualified. This year Gerhardus Johannes (G.J.) Paulus Olde Loohuis and John (Jack) Paul Surtees received a Letter of Commendation in recognition of their outstanding academic promise.

From left to right - G. J. Olde Loohuis is the son of Carla Abbi of Springfield and Gerard Olde Loohuis of Danville. Jack Surtees is the son of Geoffry and Rosalie Surtees of Bardstown.

Standing L-R - Alex Brown and Kirsten CreppsSeated L-R - Emily Faith, Sarah Downs and Ariel Becker

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The American Legion, the World’s Largest Veterans Service Organization, has sponsored the Boys State program since the early 1940s. Held for one week during the month of June at Campbellsville University in Campbellsville, KY, the program is nonpartisan and teaches the young men how local, state and federal governments operate. Participants learn how to participate in the functioning of their state’s government in preparation for their future roles as responsible adult citizens.

Representing Bethlehem at Boys State this year is Tommy Crawford, the son of Gayle Crawford of Bardstown and the late Jimmy Crawford.

BOYS STATEBECOMING RESPONSIBLE CITIZENS

Congratulations to the Bethlehem High School Speech Team on an awesome performance at the regional competition. The team earned 4th place overall in the sweepstakes. Each student advanced to the state competition, where Izzy Neel placed in Broadcasting.

In the front row, from left to right, are Caitlin Williams (Poetry), Maddie Boone (Prose), and Izzy Neel (Declamation, Oratory, and Dramatic Interpretation).

In the back row, from left to right, are Alex O’Bryan (Prose and Poetry), Amelia Livers (Poetry-Prose), Sarah Downs (Declamation and Duo Improvisation), Reed Breunig (Duo Improvisation and Duo Interpretation), Alex Brown (Declamation, Broadcasting, Duo Interpretation), Valerie Cambron (Storytelling and Prose), McKenna Hinkebein (Storytelling and Duo Interpretation), and Elyssa Great-house (Storytelling).

STATE SPEECH COMPETITORSREPRESENTING BETHLEHEM

Congratulations to Travis Ray, who was admitted to the Guaranteed Entrance to Medical School (GEMS) Program. Students who complete the GEMS program are automatically admitted to UofL's School of Medicine if they maintain a 3.4 GPA, score at or above the national mean on each sec-tion of the MCAT and fully participate in program activities. As a GEMS participant, students enjoy the advantages of an unparalleled hands-on experience in the medical community. He also received the Trustees Academic Scholarship, valued at $43,000, from the University of Louisville.

Travis is the son of Ron and Debbie Ray of Shepherdsville.

TRAVIS RAY ADMITTED TO GEMS PROGRAMFUTURE DOCTOR

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Six Bethlehem High School juniors have been selected for the Governor's Scholar Program (GSP) this year. Attending this year are James Blanford, Jacob Curtsinger, Davis Downs, Isaac Edelen, Kristen Sedlatschek and Natalie Shain.

Established in 1983, GSP is a summer residential program for outstanding high school students in Kentucky who are rising seniors. Striving to strengthen the next generation of civic and economic leaders, the program provides academic and personal growth through the balance of a strong liberal arts program with a full co-curricular and residential life experience.

James Blanford, son of Jamie and Gina Blanford of Loretto, will attend Murray State University, studying Agribusiness and Biotechnology. Jacob Curtsinger, son of Jamie and Maureen Curtsinger of Springfield, will attend Northern Kentucky University, studying Modes of Mathematical Thinking. Davis Downs, the son of Tommy and Mary Ann Downs of Bardstown, will attend Morehead University, studying Film Studies. Isaac Edelen, son of Bill and Patrice Edelen of Bardstown, will attend Northern Kentucky University, studying Engineering. Kristen Sedlatschek, daughter of Mike and Laura Sedlatschek of Boston, will attend Northern Kentucky University, studying Communications and Social Theory. Natalie Shain, daughter of David and Corinne Shain of Cox's Creek, will attend Murray State University, studying Dramatic Expression.

GOVERNORS SCHOLARS PROGRAMA SUMMER ADVENTURE

Pictured left to right:Davis Downs, Natalie Shain, Isaac Edelen, James Blandford,

Kristen Sedlatschek and Jacob Curtsinger

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MIRNA LOZANO IS AWARDED MAYOR FISHER OUTSTANDING HIGH SCHOOL SENIOR AWARD

Mayor Greg Fischer honored 50 students as recipients of the annual Mayor's Outstanding High School Seniors Award. Receiving awards this year included immigrants from Kenya, Mexico, Eritrea and other countries, along with students who have overcome illness, disabilities and behavior issues to achieve success. All have contributed to their community through service work.

Mirna Lozano is the daughter of Rodrigo and Yenia Lozano of Springfield, and the first to attend college in her family. She was nominated for this award by Rita Koontz, Academic Counselor at Bethlehem. "Mirna is consistently broadening her horizons and immersing herself in different cultures. She is Senior Class Presi-dent, Vice President of Student Council, Vice President of the 4-H Club, Vice President of the Interactive Club, and a student ambassador. She embraces her heritage by being a role model for Latino youth and working within her community to encourage Christian leader-ship. Mirna received a Gold Service Award for her efforts. She also works with the Youth Advisory Board, Teens Encounter Christ, MC for Quest, the Ashley Proj-ect, and the American Red Cross. In college, she wants to pursue a career that allows her to use her Spanish language skills," said Mrs. Koontz.

“These are young people who exemplify what you can achieve through focus and commitment. Many have overcome obstacles – such as having to learn English before anything else, or dealing with the death of a parent, or the unexpected birth of a child. But no matter the challenge, each has taken the time to help and motivate others along the way. That is what it means to be an outstanding citizen,” said Mayor Fischer.

L-R - Yenia Lozano, Mayor Greg Fischer, Mirna Lozano, Rodrigo Lozano and Rita Koontz.

Katya Melgoza and Ashley Shofner to Attend Commonwealth Academy

The Commonwealth Honors Academy (CHA) is an exciting, challenging three-week academic, social and personal growth program for outstanding high school students who have completed their junior year. All students enroll in an interdisciplinary humanities fine arts course. This course develops the Academy's theme, drawing material from the traditional humanities (e.g., history, literature, philoso-phy) and the Fine and Performing Arts (e.g., music, visual arts, theatre).

Representing Bethlehem High School this year are Kayta Melgoza, daughter of Louis and Tina Melgoza of Springfield, and Ashley Shofner, granddaughter of Joyce Shofner of Bardstown.

Upon completion of CHA, Katya and Ashley will receive six hours of university credit, have the op-portunity to take three hours of tuition-free university courses at Murray State University during the subsequent fall and spring semesters, and be awarded a four-year, $2,000-per-year housing scholar-ship to attend Murray State University.

Katya Melgoza

Ashley Shofner

GIVING BACK TO THE COMMUNITY

INTERDISCIPLINARY HUMANITIES

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Emilee Harned is working diligently in her Art II class to get the details of a girl’s hat just so. It is important that she gets it right because the portrait will be sent to Belize and given to the child she has painted. The child is Ariel. Harned hopes that her painting will send Ariel the message that she is valued and worth remembering.

Harned is just one of Mara Huston’s art students participating in The Memory Project, a national partnership that pairs student artists with children around the world who have been abused, neglected, victims of violence or orphaned.

The art classes received photographs of children from Belize, Ethiopia, and Romania. To prepare for the project, students watched videos describing some of the conditions in the countries that lead to the children’s circumstances.

“Learning about the extreme realities some of these children face really inspired our work. You can’t spend that much time painting a face and not gain some perspective into the subject’s life,” said Harned.

Painting faces required quite a bit of technique training. “For me, the hardest part was mixing paint to get the skin tone just right.

I learned that mixing in white paint would give a very flat look,” says Sarah Starkey who was working on her fourth portrait for the project.

Although, a number of U.S. high schools will participate in The Memory Project, the portraits from Bethlehem have one unique characteristic, a small green dot is embedded in each one. Since many of the children in the portraits are victims of violence, the dots symbolize the initiative to prevent violence one green dot at a time. Every student at Bethlehem began the year with training in the Green Dot program sponsored by Kentucky One Health. Students see their participation in The Memory Project as a “Proactive Green Dot,” one that will spread the message throughout the world that violence is unacceptable.

The portraits were on display at Flaget Hospital for two weeks. They will now be delivered to the children, and the art students will receive videos of the children’s reactions when they see the paintings of themselves.

Mrs. Huston wanted her students to participate in the project to promote global awareness and practice kindness. “Many hours have been spent looking into the eyes of these children, and we hope that our work conveys our deepest appreciation of beauty in life, despite challenges.”

by Mary Ann DownsDean of Academics

THE MEMORY PROJECT

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ALEX BROWN TO ATTEND GOVERNOR'S SCHOOL FOR ENTREPRENEURSNEW VENTURES

In its 4th year, Kentucky Governor's School for En-trepreneurs (GSE) will be held at Georgetown Col-lege. GSE exposes young aspiring entrepreneurs to the mindset, culture, innovative thinking and skills necessary to start a company.

GSE is a unique entrepreneurship program that places a strong emphasis on innovation and de-sign as elements of creating a sustainable business model. GSE teaches you critical life and work skills of problem-solving, teamwork and iteration in an environment where it is safe to take risks with your ideas.

Students learn about such things as company-start-up and growth, productdevelopment and design, customer validation, business models, marketing andsales, production, investment capital and long-range strategy.

Emphasis is placed on the triple bottom line: caring about profitability, social equity and environmental conservation.

Sophomore Alex Brown, son of Gilbert and Lisa Brown of Bardstown, will joinapproximately 65 other high school students from around Kentucky for GSE during late June and early July.

Ethan Sparks, one of 32 high school students state-wide, will attend the University of Louisville Summer Law Institute at the Brandeis Law School. Ethan is a sophomore at Bethlehem and is the son of Thomas and Lori Sparks of Lebanon.

The Summer Law Institute is a seven-day residential program for high school students interested in the law and the legal profession. Students will learn the fundamentals of trial procedure, discuss important legal and social issues, and study how the law affects their lives. This program provides an opportunity to meet and interact with local lawyers, judges, and law professors. Throughout the week, students will be participating in workshops and mock trial practice at the Brandeis School of Law, tour the Federal Court-house, and visit Bellarmine’s campus for additional trial preparation. The camp concludes with a mock trial on Saturday.

ETHAN SPARKS HEADED TO UL SUMMER LAW INSTITUTETAKING PART IN THE LEGAL PROCEDURES

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BETHLEHEM 104th GRADUATIONCELEBRATING SUCCESS

Sunday, May 22, 2016, marked the 104th high school graduation for Bethlehem High School. This class, as with those that have preceded this one, has stood out in so many different ways.

One hundred percent of the 64 seniors (36% female and 64% male) have been accepted to a college/university. One hundred percent of the eligible students in the class received KEES money.

In addition, the Class of 2016 was offered more than $7.6 million in scholarships. Of the 64 graduates, 65% are attending a four-year in-state university, with 17% attending a four-year out-of-state university. Thirteen percent are attending a Community & Technical College, 3% are enlisting in the United States military and 1% will be enter-ing the workforce.

Nine percent of the class will be playing college athletics: William Brown (football), Grason Gas-ser, (softball), Emilee Harned (dance), Megan My-ers (softball), Jared Reece (football) and Daniel Steele (golf).

In her Valedictory Address, Grason Gasser urged her class "to not have fear of failure." "Failure is

the means by which we become closer to know-ing success. . .and so we must not fear meeting it as an old friend. If you never push the limit and explore new territory, you will never know what you are truly capable of," she continued.

Co-Valedictorian, Morgan Yates, asked her class to not forget Bethlehem. " I do not think it would be right for us, seniors at Bethlehem High School, to leave this place and never dream of giving back the blessings that we have been given. God sent each of us to this school for a purpose. God gave each of us such a great education and loving memories for a purpose. I encourage each of you to keep the gifts we have been given in the back of your minds.

Chosen as keynote speaker by the Class of 2016, Chris Mattingly, Bethlehem Theology teacher, told the class "that God's love and blessings are real and you have experienced it here with your Bethlehem family. I can't say how the world will respond to you, but I can tell you that you are not walking this path alone. Jesus will be with you, too. Our Father is the father of Bethlehem and from the bottom of my heart I tell you this -- God loves you."

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STUDENT ACTIVITIES

For the 8th year, the Interact Club, in cooperation with the Student Council, raised funds during the annual Dance, Dance Bethlehem for teacher Patricia Harrison and student Ashley Butler. Held in March each year, the event has become a school-wide tradition.

The dance begins at 10:00 P.M. and continues until 6:00 A.M. the following morning. During the eight hours the students are there, they remain on their feet, dancing the first eight minutes of each hour. When they are not dancing, students spend time on the inflatables and playing various games.

DANCE, DANCE BETHLEHEM8TH ANNUAL EVENT

For the fourth year the freshman class spent time off campus sharing time with friends.

This year the class spent the afternoon at Keystone Cinemas viewing Jungle Book, the newest Disney film. Treated to popcorn and soda, the class enjoyed an afternoon of fun and fellowship.

FRESHMEN FIELD TRIPSPENDING TIME TOGETHER

Dance, Dance Bethlehem attendeespractice the dance moves for the evening.

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Sophomores Shaquan Hayes, Ben Carter, Cassandra Thomas, Emma Driskell, and Emily Faith said “yes.” They said “yes” when Matt Bowman, the store manger of The St. Vincent de Paul food pantry, came and spoke to their religion class about the store’s mission and asked if they would consider opening the pantry to the public on Saturdays.

The food pantry is one of the largest food distributors in the central Kentucky area outside of Louisville and serves over one hundred families on any given Monday. Having the students open the pantry on Saturday would allow food to be distributed to those who work during the week.

In the initial training session, Bowman explained the function and mission of the store and then answered all of the students’ questions with, “What do you think?”or “How would you do it?” His intent from the beginning was to empower the teens to run the store and accept the responsibility for carrying out its mission.

The students welcome the clients, assess their needs, fill orders, restock shelves, and do whatever it takes to keep the system of food distribution running smoothly.

According to Emily Faith, one of the project leaders, “Sometimes the decisions we make can be tough. ‘Should we give this family more because their family is bigger, and if we do, is someone going

to be left with not enough?’” Despite the tough decisions, Faith is committed to the ministry. “It’s one of the most impactful service projects I’ve been involved in because of the interaction with the people. You don’t just help and leave. You see the impact you are having on people’s lives.”

The initial group decided to open the pantry on the first Saturday of the month. They were soon joined by students from the junior class, which made it possible to open the store every Saturday.

Junior Morgan Tirabasso accepted the responsibility of making sure the pantry is staffed with student volunteers and an adult chaperone each week. “It’s sometimes

challenging working with teenagers’ busy schedules, but the outcomes are definitely worth the effort. When students get out and gain insight into what the community is really like, it strengthens our entire community and builds productivity.”

Bowman is very pleased with the student involvement and sees lots of possibilities for expanding the partnership. “Young people have valuable skills, like working with social media and video production that can help spread the news of our mission and reach those who could benefit from our services.”

The food pantry moved its operation in April to the former Old Kentucky Home School building at the corner of East Muir and South 1st. The St. Vincent de Paul Thrift Store will remain at its North 2nd Street location.

by Mary Ann DownsDean of Academics

BETHLEHEM STUDENTS PARTNER WITH ST. VINCENT DE PAUL FOOD PANTRY ASSIST WITH LOCAL FOOD DISTRIBUTION

Morgan Tirabasso and Cody Shoopman pack weekly food supply boxes for clients at the St. Vincent de Paul pantry. Both students volunteer regularly on

Saturdays to help with local food distribution.

Ben Carter welcomes clients and assesses theirsupply needs at the food pantry.

The St. Vincent food pantry is one of the largest in the central Kentucky area. It takes many volunteers to keep

the food distribution process running effectively.

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Incoming freshmen scholarship winners for the 2016-2017 academic year were announced between the JV and Varsity games on Friday night, January 30, 2015. Scholarships are based on the Catholic High School Placement Test given each year during December and January. Those students who score in the 98th percentile or better receive $1,000. Students who score in the 95th to 97th percentile receive $750 and students who score in the 90th to 94th percentile receive $500. Scholarships are renewable each year as long as students maintain a 3.5 GPA.

Receiving $1,000 scholarships are Jeanie Downs (daughter of Tommy and Mary Ann Downs) from St. Joseph School and Isabelle Hobbs (daughter of James and Angela Hobbs) from St. James Parish.

Receiving $750 scholarships are Molly Eby (daughter of Wendel and Angela Eby) from St. James School, Kruse Harned (son of M.T. and Bobbi Harned) from St. Joseph School, Sam Johnson (son of Kate Bowling Johnson and Kyle and Elyssa Johnson) from St. Joseph School, Jake Weston (son of Kerry and Shelly Weston) from St. Joseph School and Zach Weston (son of Kerry and Shelly Weston) from St. Joseph School.

Receiving $500 scholarship are Mason Boone (son of Gene Boone and Harriet Simms-Boone) from St. Dominic School, Claire Edelen (daughter of Bill and Patrice Edelen) from St. Joseph School, Madeline Hite (daughter of Steven and Janie Asher Hite) from St. Joseph School, Mikiah Livers-Bryant (daughter of Meredith Livers) from St. Joseph School, Jack Neel (son of David and Jenny Neel) from St. Joseph School, Laurel Riggs (daughter of Chad and Millie Riggs) from St. Joseph School)and Buckley Sparks (daughter of Keith and Michelle Sparks) from St. Joseph School.

INCOMING FRESHMEN SCHOLARSHIP WINNERS2016-2017 ACADEMIC YEAR

ADMISSIONS

Front Row (L-R): Zach Weston, Molly Eby, Mason Boone, Jake Weston, Laurel Riggs, Buckley Sparks and Madeline Hite. Back Row (L-R): Kruse Harned, Jack Neel, Jeanie Downs, Mikiah Livers-Bryant, Claire Edelen and Sam Johnson Not pictured: Isabelle Hobbs

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CATHOLIC SCHOOLS WEEKCELEBRATING CATHOLIC EDUCATION

National Catholic Schools Week, held for one week beginning the last Sunday in January, is the annual celebration of Catholic education in the United States. Through several events, Bethle-hem students, faculty and staff focus on the value Catholic education provides to young people and its contributions to our church, our communities and our nation.

The largest event held during the week at Bethle-hem is the Catholic Schools Challenge. Held on Thursday of Catholic Schools Week each year, all 8th graders from the surrounding county's Catholic schools are invited to join us for a day of celebra-tion.

The day begins with a joint Mass, followed by lunch, and an afternoon of games and fun. Teams made up with students from each school compete for bragging rights for the next year.

Other events during the week include an Arch-diocesan Mass, held each year in Louisville, and special theme days (i.e., Crazy Sock Day, Spirit Day) at Bethlehem.

The next National Catholic Schools Week will be held January 29 - February 4, 2017.

St. Joe Students (Bethlehem Class of 2020), Patrick Alvey and Kruse Harned (L-R) partici-pate in the Stack Attack.

Trae Harned and Dani Williams participate in Dizzy Mummy while Davis Downs gives pointers.

Bethlehem High School invited all 4th through 8th graders from the surrounding area Catho-lic schools in Bullitt, Hardin, Larue, Marion, Meade, Nelson, Spencer and Washington coun-ties to join the Student Ambassadors for an afternoon or evening of fun. Bethlehem provided inflatables, games, music, door prizes, food and drinks.

The 4th through 6th graders joined the Ambassadors from 3:00 until 5:00 P.M. for an after-noon of racing on the obstacle course, sticking to the Velcro Wall and meeting students from other schools. From 7:00 until 10:00 P.M., the 7th and 8th graders spent time socializing, dancing and challenging each other on the inflatables.

LITTLE AND BIG BLUE BASHGETTING TO KNOW BETHLEHM HIGH

At left - a 5th grader enjoys the Wiped Out game.

At right - a 7th grader hangs out on theVelcro Wall.

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Mark your calendar now for Bethlehem’s 17th annual Lights, Camera . . . Auction!

Saturday, November 19, 2016

Back by popular demand, this year’s themeJEANS AND JEWELS

"Wear your favorite jeans or your cocktail bling!"

Also returning for the dance portion of the evening is the popular band"The Rumors"

We welcome Gina Talbert as this year’s chairperson. Lights, Camera. . .Auction!, is Bethlehem'spremier fundraising event, bringing together alumni, families, faculty and friends to raise money for Bethlehem. With the help of many volunteers, the Bethlehem High School gym is transformed to provide the perfect venue for an evening of spectacular fun, laughter, excitement, and fundraising. Proceeds from this event directly benefit students with educational enrichment, faculty development programs, financial assistance and academic scholarships.

Guests enjoy cocktails and a delicious seated dinner, bid on unique live and silent auction items, and take chances on the $10,000 cash capital prize drawings, raffles, Wheel of Chance, and other games of chance. Admission tickets cost $75 each and are available beginning October 1, 2016.

DON’T MISS OUT!

• Alumni- Start a reunion tradition- host a mini reunion table or two for your classmates and their spouses. Prizes are given for the class with the most attendees.

• Parents and friends - Attend and encourage your friends and family to join you!

Sav e theDate

Bethlehem

High School

Lights, Camera. . .Auction!

Saturday, November 19, 2016

BE OUR PARTNER

A D VA N C E M E N T P E R S P E C T I V E

CHRISTI MEDLEY

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Other ways to be involved

• Donate an Auction Item: Hundreds of items are needed for the Auction in a wide range of catego-ries. Do you have a vacation home you can offer for a week? Sporting event or theater tickets? Are you friends with a celebrity or sports figure?

• Advertise your Business - Advertising in the Auction Program is a great way to promote your busi-ness to the Bethlehem community and event invitees, while supporting the school.

• Sponsor or Underwrite an Auction Expense: The generosity of the Sponsors and Underwriters of the Auction helps assist us in offsetting event expenses, allowing more revenue to flow directly to the school.

• Purchase a Corporate Table - The Auction provides a perfect venue to entertain business associ-ates or thank your employees while also supporting Bethlehem. Volunteer - Even the smallest job is of great importance in making the Auction a success.

Super Raffle Update

For the first time in Super Raffle history, all 5,000 tickets were sold. This record breaking perfor-mance was thanks to our students, parents, alumni and friends. The Freshmen Class was the winning class with 1,218 in sales, a fantastic average of 16.24 tickets per freshman student. Our individual winners were senior Daniel Steele with an amazing 224 tickets, freshmen Hannah Lanham with 146, and McKenna Hinkebein with 79.

Congratulations to Margaret Neel, winner of this year’s Super Raffle. Margaret and her husband Chris chose the cash over the 2016 Ford Mustang and the 2016 Jeep Wrangler.

Money generated from the Super Raffle supports aca-demic programs, financial aid, teachers’ salaries and other operating costs at Bethlehem, ultimately helping to keep tuition affordable for all. This income is critical to our school, and we appreciate everyone who purchased a chance.

Thank you to our 2016 business supporters who helped make this year’s raffle a success:

• BARDSTOWN- Boone's Butcher Shop, Bardstown Animal Clinic, Clark Jewelers, Conway Heaton, Crume Drug Store, Hurst Dis-count Drugs, Medica Pharmacy, Peacock on Third, Save A Lot, St. Joseph Elementary, Wilson & Muir

• BLOOMFIELD - Medica Pharmacy • BOTLAND - 150 Quick Mart • COX'S CREEK - Handy Food Mart• ELIZABETHTOWN - Berger Tires • LEBANON - Lebanon Jewelry & Gifts• NEW HAVEN - Culver's • SHEPHERDSVILLE - B & B Pharmacy• SPRINGFIELD - Sell with Hale

Margaret Neel and her husband Chris accept the Super Raffle check from Bethlehem Principal,

Tom Hamilton

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ADVANCEMENT UPDATESKEEPING THEIR MEMORY ALIVEHONORING OUR LOVED ONES

Although many of our loved ones have passed, it is very apparent that their memory still remains very much alive in our hearts. We continue to provide the opportunity to remember your loved ones in our newsletter each quarter by providing the memory form below. If you wish to contribute in their memory or include someone new, please complete the form below and return it to Bethlehem High School.

Since our last Bethlehem Star edition, the “Winter Star,” donations have been made in memory of the following :

Keeping Their Memory Alive

This gift is being made in memory of: _______________________________________________________

Contributor’s name: _______________________________________________________

Address: _______________________________________________

City________________________ State ____________ Zip _______

Phone _____________________ Mobile _____________________

Amount $ ____________ Enclosed

Return to: Bethlehem High School Advancement309 W. Stephen Foster Avenue ● Bardstown, KY 40004

Lee BallardGinny Blair CecilGary CliftonPike ConwayRose Williams CoomesGreenwell & Hall Families

Davis HustonMark JonesBilly & Maxine KeeneJohn Milton KeeneIrene MedleyDebra Knoppe Nally

Jane Carol Boone RaqueCarl & Dan ShofnerBill WathenHelen & Donnie WathenJim Wathen

Bethlehem High School Legacy FoundationEstablished in June of 2006, the Legacy Foundation is an endowment program, established to assure the long-term future of Bethlehem High School. Gifts to the Foundation may take many different forms and can also provide tax benefits to the donor. Common types of contributions to the foundation include cash donations, naming Bethlehem High School in your will or trust, creating a charitable remainder trust to provide yourself or someone you choose income for life as well as estate tax advantages, donating a life insurance policy you no longer need or naming Bethlehem High School as a beneficiary, leaving the unused portion of your retire-ment account to Bethlehem by naming Bethlehem High School as a beneficiary, or purchasing a charitable gift annuity that benefits Bethlehem High School and yourself.

For further information about the Bethlehem High School Legacy Foundation, contact Christi Medley, Direc-tor of Advancement, Bethlehem High School, 502-348-8594, ext. 217 or cmedley@bethlehemhigh.org.

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ARCHERY — David Carrico

In its third year, Archery had 50 students on the team, probably the largest athletic team at Bethle-hem High School.

The team had a very successful season against very good competition. Competing in nine regular season meets, the team fnished 1st in six meets, 2nd in two and 3rd in one. Individuals won 35 medals (top 5) as well.

In post season, the team won the Kentucky High School Athletic Association (KHSAA) Region and finished 2nd in National Archery in the Schools Program (NASP) Region, finishing 12th in KHSAA state and 13th in NASP State. Six individuals qualified NASP state - Megan Myers,

Natalie Shain, Curtis Carrico, Jameson Hinkebein, Nate Mattingly and Drew Werner. Megan finished 4th overall and won a $1,000 scholarship.

The team ended the season with NASP Nationals, where the team finished 46th in the nation Me-gan Myers placed 8th in the Nation and qualified for the World Tournament.

BOYS BASKETBALL — Artie Braden

The Eagles ended the season with an overall 9-14 record and earned a #3 seed in the District Tournament. At the end of the season the team was ranked in the top 25 teams in the state in scoring defense.

The team graduated three seniors this year: John Collins, Wade Hagen and Robert Isaacs. We wish them luck.

Former Bethlehem player, Brad Greenwell, will join the Eagles coaching staff for the upcoming 2016-17 season.

GIRLS BASKETBALL — Chris Taylor

Coming off an 11-win season, the Banshees will look to add to that total next season with a strong incoming freshman class. The pieces could come together for a special team in 2016-2017.

The team graduated only two seniors this year, Morgan Salsman and Megan Spalding.

Winter Sports Update - from the Coach’s Point of View

ATHLETICSBethlehem Eagles and Banshees

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SWIM — Fran Spaulding

Bethlehem swim team faced a tough schedule this year competing with two girls and five boys. The team shows lots of promise for coming years, as all swimmers were underclassmen, including two

eighth graders.

The boys team was able to compete in the relay events this year, cutting 10 seconds off their record at regions. Also showing a great deal of improvement this year was J.D.Daniel who was able to slash 12 seconds off his 100 Free-style. Top swimmer for the girls team was Chloe Holt, who finished in 8th place at the region meet in the 50 freestyle event. Overall, the swim team had a great season and is looking forward to continued improvement next year for each of the swimmers.

Bethlehem High School309 W. Stephen Foster Ave.Bardstown, KY 40004

Saturday, August 13, 2016Social Time 6:30 P.M. - 7:00 P.M.

Bardstown Country Club at Maywood Appetizers

Speakers - 7:00 PMBethlehem Athletics

Keith GrahamState of Bethlehem High School

Tom HamiltonBethlehem Football Program

Ron Koontz

Former Football Players and Families Friends, Parents and Former Coaches

We hope you will be able to attend our social event!

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ALUMNINOTESPIZZA AND YEARBOOK SIGNINGCLASS OF 2015

The newest alumni of Bethlehem High School returned to the library for the 5th annual Pizza and Yearbook Signing. Each year the event has grown, and a new tradi-tion has been born.

Former students were treated to pizza while they spent time catching up with fellow classmates, viewing their senior yearbook, and penning their best wishes to their friends. Following the signing, the alumni were treated to a Bethlehem Eagles Basketball game.

Class of 2015

JOIN US FOR THEJIMMY CRAWFORD MEMORIAL CLASSIC

This alumni event, sponsored by the Bethlehem Football Boosters, will be held August 6, 2016, at Woodlawn Springs. For more information contact Tammy Blincoe at 502-349-2515.

Bethlehem High Schoolcordially invites you to our annual

Alumni Hall of Fame Recognition DinnerSaturday, August 27, 2016

Bardstown Country Club at MaywoodCocktails 5:00 P.M. Dinner 6:00 P.M.

Please join us as we recognize our 2016 Award RecipientsStar Award - John Newcomb

Athletic Award - Patrick ConwayAlumnus of the Year Award - Jenny Mudd Neel

Hall of Fame Award - Mary Florence Haydon Barnes

Cost: $30 per person, cash bar502-348-8594 ext. 215 or pnevitt@bethlehemhigh.org

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BETHLEHEM TEACHER SELECTED TO PARTICIPATE IN ADVANCED PLACEMENT PROGRAM READINGREPRESENTING BETHLEHEM

Connie Hutchins McDowell has been selected to participate in the College Board's Annual AP Reading in Biology. Each June, AP teachers and college faculty members from around the world gather in the United States to evaluate and score the free-response sections of the AP Exams.

AP Readers are high school and college educators who represent many of the world's leading academic institutions. The AP Reading is a unique forum in which an academic dialogue between educators is both fostered and encour-aged. "The Reading draws upon the talents of some of the finest teachers and professors that the world has to offer," said Trevor Packer, Senior Vice President, AP and Instruction at the College Board. "It fosters professionalism, allows for the exchange of ideas, and strengthens the commitment to students and to teachers. We are very grateful for the con-tributions of talented educators like Connie McDowell.

Mrs. McDowell teaches Intro to Biology, AP Biology, College Anatomy and Physiology, College Environmental Science and Forensic Science. She holds a BS from Centre College and an MAT from the University of Louisville. She is a 1983 graduate of Bethlehem High School and has been employed at Bethlehem since 1988. Mrs. McDowell is the Science Department Chair and 4-H Advisor. She has received the Catholic Education Foundation Award for Excellence in Teaching, the Governor's Scholar Outstanding Educator Award, and the first Bethlehem High School Educator of the Year in May 2003. She is a member of the National Science Teacher's Association and the National Association of Biology Teachers.

She is married to Pat McDowell of Bardstown. They have three children, Cole ('12), Seth ('15) and Lillie ('18). She is the daughter of June Thompson Hutchins and the late Sonny Hutchins and the sister of Francis Hutchins, Cathy Hutchins ('75) Clements, John Hutchins, and Laura Hutchins ('87) Blair.

In 2000, Joe Paul Clayton committed $1.5 million to fund the Mary Agnes Dugan Clayton Scholarship. This scholarship, given each year to a Bethlehem High School senior, covers full tuition, plus room and board, for four years. Mary Agnes Dugan Clayton was a 1943 graduate of Bethlehem.

This year's receiptent was the 20th scholarship given, as four were given the first year. In honor of those 20 individuals, Bellarmine held a reception on Saturday, June 4. Joe Paul Clayton joined 15 of the past recipents and presented this year's Mary Agnes Dugan Clayton Scholarship to Francis (Frankie) Lee Dickerson, III (see story on page 6).

Pictured at right are:Seated (L-R) - Frankie Dickerson ('16), Hannah Carter ('15), Joe Paul Clayton, Zachary Smith ('14), Olivia Seeger ('13) Standing (L-R) - Krystal Osborne Mattingly, Marci Auberry Ballard, Flannery Musk ('11), Becca Clark ('05) Becker, Sara Jane Musk ('11) Byrne, Megan Rogers ('07) Peters, Nick Rogers ('10), Adam Embry ('02), Felicia Rowe ('01) Trafer, Lauren McGrew ('12), Thad Riley ('00), Kim Williamson ('06) Davis.

MARY AGNES DUGAN CLAYTON SCHOLARSHIP RECIPENTS GATHER TO CELEBRATE 20TH SCHOLARSHIP HELPING OTHERS ACHIEVE

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at the7th Annual

Bethlehem High SchoolReunion Party

(for classes ending in 6 and 1 - 1941, 1946, 1951, 1956, 1961,1966, 1971, 1976, 1981, 1986, 1991, 1996, 2001, 2006 and 2011)

Friday Evening August 5, 2016 6:30 - until ?????

Join Your ClassmatesJoin the Fun

Travel down memory lane, and remember and enjoy the people and places that helped shape who you are today, and experience the

old and the new on campus!

Guided tours will be available so you can see how Bethlehem has grown - visit the Mac Lab, the newly renovated and air-conditioned gymnasium, the fitness

center, the Center for Student Success, and the new adaptation of the

Eagle and Banshee!

You provide the memories,and we’ll supply the rest!

Heavy hors d’oeuvres, beer and winewill be provided at no cost!

Tables for each class will be availablefor yearbooks, pictures and other

memorabilia of your time spent together at Bethlehem High School.

Reservations requested, but not required!Reserve your place at theBethlehem High School

Reunion Partyby calling Patty Blair (‘67) Nevitt at 502-348-8594, ext. 215,

or at pnevitt@bethlehemhigh.org.

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BethlehemAlumni

Snap Shots

Introducing a new section of the Bethlehem Star.Please share your updates by providing a picture and

information to be included in this section.

Emily Ballard, a member of the Class of 2011, graduated with honors from the University of Louisville in May of 2015 with a Bachelor of Science in Economics. She has just completed her first year of Law School at Northern Kentucky University.

Olivia Lear, a member of the Class of 2009, received her Masters of Medical Science in the Physician As-sistant pogram at Arcadia University in Philadelphia on May 19, 2016. She graduated with Distinction, was a Program Scholar and a member of Pi Alpha National Honor Society. She spent time at clinics in Nicaragua and Guatemala during her studies.

Thomas Riney, of the Class of 2010, graduated from the Xavier University Scholars Program in 2014 with a Bachelor of Science in Natural Science and a Bachelor of Arts in Music Performance. He is currently attending the University of Louisville School of Medicine. He was also awarded the F.E. Hébert Health Professional Scholarship and has Commissioned as a Second Lieutenant in the United States Army Reserve, Medial Servies Corps. Thomas is shown at third from left with his father, Billey Riney, mother Jerri Riney and brother John .

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Edie Johnson, a member of the Class of 2010, graduated in December of 2014 with a Bachelor of Arts in Studio Art and Psychology. She began the Masters of Education in Art Therapy program in August 2015. Currently Edie is par-ticipating in an international learning trip in Ireland. Her group is focusing on mental health/art therapy approaches in Ireland.

Madeline Dant from the Class of 2011 graduated Decem-ber 2014 with a Bachelors in Agricultural Economics and a Minor in Business from the University of Kentucky. She is now working on her Masters in Agricultural Economics at UK. She is currently interning with Kentucky Center for Agriculture and Rural Development.

Joe Peake of the Class of 2011 graduated with a Bachelors in Exercise Science in December of 2014 from Georgetown College. He is working on his MBA at University of Ten-nessee - Martin. In addition, he is a Graduate Assistant for the football team at UT-Martin.

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CLASS UPDATES

We hope you enjoy keeping up with your fellow classmates. Please

remember you are the source of our information, and we look forward to

hearing from you. While every attempt is made to include all information

made available to us, sometimes mistakes are made. Please inform us of any

incorrect information so we can correct it in a future issue of the Bethlehem

Star.

Keep the updates coming!

CLASS OF 2008DEANNA WATHENand Christopher Hamilton announce the birth of a son, Elizah Michael Hamilton, April 21, 2016

CLASS OF 1999ANNA BEAVEN HOVEKAMPand Matt Hovekamp welcome a son, Joseph David.

CHRIS ULRICHand Amy Ulrich announce the birth of a son, James Christo-pher, III, October 2015.

CLASS OF 1996JOSH DUGANwas named Associate Manager of Digital Strategy at Beam Suntory.

CLASS OF 1980HOWARD KEENEhas completed the Graduate School of Banking program at the University of Wisconsin.

CLASS OF 2002CHRIS BOWLINGand Ellen Kelley Bowling announce the birth of a daughter, Hallie Marie, February 2016.

JOHN GREENWELLand Alicia Mouser Greenwell welcome a daughter, Caroline Rose, May 2015.

CLASS OF 2005TY CLEMENTSis the co-founder, CEO and President of Space Tango.

JEREMY DOWNARDand Kori Robbins welcome a daughter, Bailey Grace.

ALICIA MOUSER GREENWELLand John Greenwell announce the birth of a daughter, Caroline Rose, March 10, 2015.

CLASS OF 2006ELLEN KELLEY BOWLINGand Chris Bowling announce the birth of a daughter, Hallie Marie, February 2016.

DANIELLE MANLEY MATTINGLYand Phillip Mattingly welcome a daughter, Violet Marie.

KORI ROBBINS DOWNARDand Jeremy Downard welcome a daughter, Bailey Grace.

CLASS OF 1988CAMILLE DICKERSON BOONEwill be the new Principal at St. Gregory School.

HOLLAND SALTSMAN BUCKis the owner of "The Novel Neighbor," a bookstore in St. Louis, MO.

CLASS OF 1972CATHY LAWRENCE TARGONSKIhas had her memories published in "Angels on Earth."

CLASS OF 1998NICK GREENWELLand Jamie Greenwell announce the birth of a daughter, Abigail Marie, November 2, 2015.

CLASS OF 2010CLASS OF 2000JOHN MICHAEL KOEHLERand Erin Koehler welcome a daughter, Allison Elizabeth, April 20, 2016.

BETH AVISgraduated May 13, 2016, with a Master's Degree in Speech-Language Pathology, She has accepted a full-time position as a Speech-Language Pathologist with Signature Healthcare at Colonial Rehab and Wellness Center in Bardstown, KY.

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CLASS OF 2015ADAM CARRITHERSis a Teaching Assistant (TA) for Engineering 150 at University of Louisville Speed School and has been named Director of Finance for the Resident Student Association at U of L.

KATIE BROOKSgraduated Summa Cum Laude from Eastern Kentucky Uni-versity with a dual Bachelor of Fine Arts in Graphic Design and Painting. She wil begin work on her Master of Fine Arts degree with a concentration in painting at Kendall College of Art and Design this fall.

KATIE KIEFERgraduated Magna Cum Laude from the University of Louis-ville witha Bachelor of Arts in Secondary Education with a concentration in English. She also received the Outstanding Teacher Candidate Award for Middle and Secondary Educa-tion Language Arts. Katie has accepted a full-time teaching position with Bethlehem High School.

FLANNERY MUSKgraduated December 2016 with a Bachelor of Arts in Math-ematics and a Bachelor of Science in Seconday Education. She is a full-time teacher at Ballard High School in Louisville.

ALEX REYNAhas been promoted to the rank of third-degree black belt in Tae Kwon Do. Alex has been studying Tae Kwon Do for 16 years.

CLARISSA SMITHgraduated from Eastern Kentuck University with a Bachelor of Arts in Vocal Performance and a Bachelor of Arts in Music Education. She has accepted a full-time position as Choir teacher at Burns Middle School in Owensboro, KY.

CLASS OF 2011

CLASS OF 2013WILL BLAIRhas accepted a position as Stage Manager on a Carnival Cruise Ship.

CLASS OF 2017ALEX McDONALDwas awarded the "Eagle Scout" award.

COURTNEY CRUMEgraduated from the University of Kentucky with a Masters degree in Agricultural Education in May 2016.

EDIE JOHNSONgraduated from the University of Louisville with a Bachelor of Arts in Studio Art and Psychology in December of 2014. She began the Masters of Education program in Art Therapy in August of 2015. She is currently on an international learning trip with her cohort, focusing on mental health and art therapy approaches in Ireland. She will begin her final year in her graduate program in counseling and personnel servies with a concentration in art therapy in the fall of 2016.

KATIE WYCHULISgraduated October 2015 with a degree in Nursing from Galen College of Nursing. She is employed in the Cardiac Unit at Baptist Health in Louisville.

CLASS OF 2012

WHITNEY CRUMEgraduated with a Bachelor degree in Agricultural Economics and a Bachelor degree in Accounting from the University of Kentucky in May 2016.

BARRETT GREENWELLgraduated May 2016 from Western Kentucky University with a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science and International Affairs. This summer he will be the head resident assistant with the Kentucky Governor's Scholar Program. In the fall he will attend law school at the University of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia.

BRENT HOWARDgraduated May 2016 from the University of Kentucky with a Bachelor of Science degree in Biosystems & Agricultural Engineering - Machine Systems..

COLE MCDOWELLgraduated with a Bachelors of Arts in History, English and Religious Studies from Western Kentucky University in May 2016. He will begin work on a Masters in Early Christian Studies at the University of Notre Dame in the fall.

PAIGE MONTGOMERYgraduated with a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology with a minor in Political Science from the University of Kentucky in May 2016. She is employed with Heaven Hill Brands, in the Special Events department in both the Bardstown and Louisville offices.

BRANDON MUDDgraduated May 2016 with a Bachelor of Science in Biology and a minor in Music from Western Kentucky University. He will be attending the University of Louisville School of Medicine in the fall.

BRANDON RAYgraduated May 7, 2016 with a Bachelors of Science in Exer-cise Science from Asbury University in Wilmore, Kentucky. Brandon was also a four-year member of the Asbury Eagles varsity baseball team.

TORI WALTERgraduated May 2016 from the University of Louisville with a Bachelor of Science in Biology with a concentration in Cellular Physiology and a minor in Chemistry. She will be attending the University of Louisville School of Medicine in the Fall. She was also Commissioned into the United States Army as a Second Lieutenant and will serve active duty for the Army after her residency.

BETH CECILgraduated with a Bachelors of Science in Mathematics from Centre College. She will be working in Garmish-Partenkirchen, Germany, at Edelweiss Lodge for the next 15 months. She will start graduate school on her return to the states.

CHARLIE CRUMEgraduated May 2016 from the University of Kentucky with a Bachelor of Science degree in Biosystems & Agricultural Engineering.

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WEDDINGS

CLASS OF 2011KENDRA SMITH & AUSTIN DOWNSwere married June 4, 2016.

CLASS OF 2005ALLEN FRAZIERmarried Emily Smith, June 8, 2016

ROBERT "BOBBY" LEE BOGARDSeptember 18, 2015. He was the father of Cindy Bogard ('93) Blaylock.

CLASS OF 2010COURTNEY CRUMEmarried John Taylor Turley, June 2016.

JULIA HURST ('56) WERNERDecember 27, 2015.

ROSE O'DANIEL ('54) JONESDecember 28, 2015.

KRISTAL EDELEN LYVERSJanuary 3, 2016. She was the daughter of Dianne Sweeney ('64) Edelen and the sister of Michelle Edelen ('83) Mattingly.

DEBRA ANN KNOPPE ('76) NALLYJanuary 21, 2016. She was the mother of Nathan Nally ('00) and Stephen Nally ('02).

VIRGINIA "GINNY" BLAIR ('68) CECILFebruary 1, 2016. She was the sister of Patty Ann Blair ('67) Nevitt and Joan Blair ('73) Bramel and the mother of Michelle Cecil ('91) Fabek, Jaime Cecil ('97) Shields and Kyle Cecil ('02).

JOHN JAMES McGINNISFebruary 6, 2016. He was the brother of Barbara McGinnis ('64) Snyder and Mary McGinnis ('66) Singleton.

JOSEPH ARTHUR WIMSATTFebruary 7, 2016. He was the brother of Geri Wimsatt ('67) Werkman and Barbara Wimsatt ('63) Nett.

SYMPATHY

CLASS OF 2009ELIZABETH CORNELLmarried Alex Spalding, May 21, 2016

CLASS OF 2003SARAH ANN KOEHLERmarried Jack Riggs, November 21, 2015

CLASS OF 2006ALLYSON BURKOTmarried Collin Fitzsimmons, April 16, 2016.

CASSIDY MATTINGLYmarried Cody Ferguson, May 30, 2015.

ALLISON PATRICKmarried Taylor Noah Holladay, March 13, 2016.

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PATRICK NALLEY ('78)April 13, 2016

DANIEL KITTREDGE WALKERFebruary 25, 2016. He was the brother of Bonnie Walker ('64), Larry Walker ('75) and Gary Walker ('75).

JOSEPH EDWARD MOUSERApril 10, 2016. He was the father of Jeaneane Mouser ('72), Garland Mouser ('75), Errol Mouser ('75), Fran Mouser ('79) Brown and Robert Mouser ('84).

MARIE ELAINE SPALDINGFebruary 24, 2016. She was the sister of Mark Spalding ('73), Cathy Spalding ('74) Graham, Nora Ann Spalding ('78) Marshall and Diane Spalding ('79) Collins.

DOROTHY MARGARET ZURKUHLENMarch 1, 2016. She was the mother of Mary Zurkuhlen ('81) Brady and the mother-in-law of Fred Brady ('81).

JOSEPH L. GREENWELL, JR.February 28, 2016. He was the father of Sylvester M. Greenwell ('01).

JOY MARIE EVANS ('57)February 24, 2016. She was the sister of Peggy Evans ('64) Naggy.

JAMES BERNARD "JIMMY" CAMBRONApril 8, 2016. He was the brother of Tim Cambron ('83) and brother-in-law of Anna Ice ('83) Cambron.

DORIS JEAN GEOGHEGAN ('76)April 12, 2016. She was the sister of Mary Louise Geoghegan ('74) Newton, Anne Taylor Geoghegan ('75), Malcolm Allen Geoghegan ('77), Nancy Carolyn Geoghegan ('78), William Arthur Geoghegan ('81) and Linda Sue Geoghegan ('83) Brady.

JOHN MILTON "BEAR" KEENEApril 25, 2016. He was the father of Thomas Clarkson Keene ('75), John Milton "Jed" Keene ('77), Charlotte Ann Keene ('78) Shumway, Joseph Martin Keene ('81), Molly Taylor Keene ('83) Smith, James Edwin Keene ('90), Virginia Barbour Keene ('94) Drury and Catherine Linton Keene ('96) Clements. He was the grandfather of Rebekah Smith ('12), Zachary Smith ('14) and Jonathan Smith ('15).

WILLIAM PIKE CONWAY (BETHLEHEM ACADEMY)April 18, 2016. He was the father of Ann Conway ('75) Blevins and Patrick Conway ('80) and father-in-law of Cathy Carrico ('76) Conway. He was the grandfather of Pikey Conway ('03), Michael Conway ('05), Nicholas Conway ('09), Maggie Conway ('11), Christopher Conway ('12), Carson Blevins ('13) and Marie Blevins ('15), and grandfather-in-law to Kim Hicks ('05) Conway.

VICTOR JOHN FISTERFebruary 20, 2016. He was the brother of Sue Fister ('57) Reed.

LILLIAN CAROL RITCHIEFebruary 20, 2016. She was the sister of Morgan Ritchie ('75) and Phillip Julian Ritchie, II ('86).

NATHAN LEE BALLARD, SR.February 11, 2016. He was the brother of Mary Elaine Ballard ('68) Dickerson.

DR. EDMOND SIMS HALLFebruary 11, 2016. He was the father of Kay Hall ('85) Gordon.

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