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A Year of Joyful Learning

2012 Annual Report

A Message from the CEO of St. Benedict Preparatory School

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Vision of Excellence 2016Year Two: Our Community is Strong! The 2011-12 school year proved to be successful in so many ways. Our “one school, one vision” realized so many goals: vertical alignment of an inclusive program and curriculum PS-grade 12, implementation of a new school governance model into one PS-12 advisory board, partnering of campus-wide parish and school organizations, markedly increased interest from potential PK-12 families, and fi nancial vitality of the school. Our faculty, our students, our families and our donors are coming together as one community for one purpose: an exceptional PK-12 Catholic Parish School. One of the most signifi cant blessings of the 2011-12 school year was the opportunity for teachers from grades preschool through high school to improve their professional practice through differentiating instruction. Supported by generous funding from the Christopher L. and M. Susan Gust Foundation, inclusive education expert, Paula Kluth, trained our faculty in a collaborative setting several times throughout the year with her “Joyful Learning” Strategies. Additionally, the foundation’s funding has brought us the inclusive education talent and support of Ms. Sheila Danaher and Ms. Leslie Garrison. With this backing, our teachers have strengthened their professional practice, which in turn, helps all students regardless of learning styles. Our year culminated in June when teachers shared videos of their professional practice, highlighting strategies taught by Kluth and Danaher. Besides improving professional practice, this also helped strengthen our professional PK-12 community; our teachers saw themselves as a team and a family. Who benefi ts the most? Our students!This annual report will share other tales of “joyful learning” and “joyful serving” of the last school year. I, too, had an extraordinary experience for joyful learning of my own. This past summer I had the unique opportunity to travel to China with 30 educators and school administrators from across the United States on a scholarship. The purpose of the trip was to formulate a better understanding of China, as well as ponder the impact of a global society on PK-12 education with fellow educators. While visiting Beijing, Xi’an and Shanghai, we had the opportunity to explore China’s culture and his-tory, as well as visit schools and meet with school administrators. It was an awesome experience that I will remember for a lifetime. Some of these insights I gained while traveling apply to the current reality of the “re-visioning” of the schools into one St. Benedict Preparatory School. We have just begun year three of this strategic plan, Vision of Excellence 2016, and it is more than appropriate that we take to heart lessons of leading change as we implement this plan. One of the most important lessons I learned while traveling: Don’t be afraid to take a chance…you just may miss something incredible. While I was at fi rst a bit nervous about exploring such a different culture, I met some interesting people along the way, took some great pictures and could say that I really hiked the Great Wall. I’m glad I took a chance and risked getting lost(or left behind) – the payoff was worth it!The analogy for leadership is such an important one – if we play it safe, the experience will be common and mediocre. Sometimes we need to take calculated risks and go in a different direction from “where everyone else is going.” I am glad that the parish, the school families and the Archdiocese of Chicago have allowed us to take a chance on the “re-visioning” of the schools into one PK-12 school. Given the changes happening, I can see that the payoff will be worth it. This annual report is just one testimonial that, as a community, our leadership, our support and our gifts are creating an exceptional PK-12 Catholic school. Each day I am grateful for all who give of themselves to make this school what it is today: a vibrant, innovative and successful Catholic school.

God Bless,

Ms. Rachel Gemo

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Table of Contents

Preschool Highlights...............................

Elementary School Highlights..................

Secondary School Highlights...................

Our Faith In Action.................................

Inclusive Education................................

Student and Teacher Travels....................

Class of 2012 Highlights.........................

Financial Highlights................................

Donor Lists...........................................

Preparatory Protégé Internship Program...

School Mission StatementAt St. Benedict Preparatory School, we excel in educating the whole individual in the Catholic tradition, challenge students to develop their God-given talents, create a Christian community by sharing our gifts, honor the gifts and diversity of the community, and serve the Lord and each other in an ever-changing world.

The St. Benedict Preparatory School GraduateThe St. Benedict Preparatory School Graduate enters post-secondary life well-rounded and prepared for learning, achievement, and service in a 21st century global society. Honoring the tradition of St. Benedict, our graduates possess the knowledge, reason, diligence, and perseverance to grow in faith, wisdom, and spirit.

2012-13 AdministrationFather Jason Malave, PastorFather Robert Beaven, Pastor EmeritusMs. Rachel Gemo, Chief Executive Offi cerMr. Joe G. Accardi, Mission Advancement Offi cerMs. Ericka Mickelburgh, Head of Secondary SchoolMr. Robert Potempa, Assistant Head of Secondary SchoolMrs. Nancy Feely, Head of Elementary School: Grades K-5Ms. Rachel Waldron, Preschool Director

St. Benedict Preparatory School Advisory Board

Suzanne Devane (Chair, past Secretary)Shannon Archer ( Vice-Chair)

Beka Kohmescher ( Board Secretary)Anne Connolly-Reif

Audrey CosgroveJenny Courtad*

Tony Couty Janet Davies Daniel Farris

Adrienne Fasano Bell*Amy Gaylord

Charles GrecoIris Hart

Mary Jo Hayes Dan Kapcar

Peggy MaloneMary Mangan (past Vice-Chair)*

Todd McGovern*Rima Ports

Ally RegnierJennifer Russell (past Chair)*

John SmithJason Staley

Ryan SteczMike Teolis*David Wolke

Jo Marie Yonkus

* indicates members whose terms ended June 2012

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Preschool Highlights 2011-2012

The Adler Planetarium, one of Chicago’s premier museums, visited St. Benedict Preparatory School (SBPS) last February. The “planetarium dome” was infl ated in the gym and preschool students were able to enter and explore the universe. A video presentation, led by Sesame Street’s Big Bird, taught preschoolers about our solar system and planet Earth. Preschool students thought this presentation was out of this world!

Last March, preschoolers showed their appreciation with a “We Are Lucky to Have Our Dads” morning of activities. Dads and father fi gures were invited to spend the morning reading stories, creating appreciation ties and trophies, and sharing refreshments with their preschooler. Of course, dads are appreciated every day, but it was extra special to have them in our classrooms for a day.

2011-12 Project Vision of Excellence Preschool Accomplishment:Preschool Staff Inclusive Education Training and Student Support

Grandparents and “grandfriends” were welcomed to St. Benedict Preparatory School during the annual Grandparents Day celebration. In preschool, songs, stories, and craft activities highlighted the morning. Thank you to all of our grandparents and “grandfriends” who support our school.

Throughout the school year, high school homerooms partnered with preschool classrooms as part of the “Prayer Buddy” program. Classes worked together on various faith-based projects to foster cooperation and learning about our faith. In addition, students at all grade levels felt more connected to the preparatory school model. In May, Mrs. O’Grady’s classroom had high school assistance in making fl owers for our annual May Crowning celebration.

Adler Planetarium Comes To SBPS

Preschoolers Are LuckyTo Have Their Dads

Preschool Welcomes Grandparents

Preschool & High School Prayer Buddies

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Jane Yolen “Virtually Visits”St. Benedict Preparatory School

Elementary School Highlights 2011-2012

2011-2012 Project Vision of Excellence Elementary School K-5 Accomplishments:

New Positions: * Additional 1st grade teacher for the fourth 1st grade classroom * Additional 2nd grade teacher for the third 2nd grade classroom * Band Instructor

New Programs: * K-5 Staff Inclusive Education Training and Student Support * Reader’s Workshop fully implemented in Grades K-5 * Strings and Winds program for Grades 1-5

Grandparents Take Center Stage

Kindergarten Loves Their Moms!

Kindergarten students invited their moms to the classrooms for a morning of celebration. Muffi ns, cookies, and juice were served to the “guests of honor” as students showed their appreciation for all that their moms do. Students also sang a special song in honor of their moms. There were plenty of hugs and cheers to go around on this special

Grandparents and Grandfriends joined our elementary school students during a special liturgy in honor of Grandparents Day. This annual event recognizes the support and love that our grandparents provide throughout our lives. Special treats and refreshments were served in each classroom after Mass. In addition, students planned special activities to show their appreciation for their grandparents.

Author and poet Jane Yolen “virtually visited” St. Benedict Preparatory School in February. Through the power of Skype, Ms. Yolen spoke with elementary school students about her book, Owl Moon. Students read the book, researched owls, and created projects about owls in preparation for the author’s presentation. In addition, students prepared questions for Ms. Yolen and had the opportunity to ask her about her work and life as an author. Ms. Yolen’s presentation was part of a week of activities highlighting Catholic education during Catholic Schools Week.

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Secondary School Highlights (grades 6-8) 2011-2012

All secondary school students participated in a day of team building activities at Irons Oaks Learning Center in Olympia Fields. Each grade level participated in activities designed to encourage communication, enhance personal confi dence, and increase mutual trust and support. Middle school students reported that the day helped them build a stronger “team” at school. In addition, the activities provided the opportunity to develop new insights with fellow classmates. The Irons Oaks experience will continue in the coming year, with the possible addition of the high ropes course and the climbing wall challenge.

Middle School Honors Saints During Catholic Schools Week

During Catholic Schools Week, students throughout St. Benedict Preparatory School participated in activities designed to show their pride in Catholic education. One activity that all grade levels took part in was the Hall of Saints. Homerooms chose a saint whose life provides special inspiration. They researched their saint and created an image depicting special characteristics about that person. Saint images were displayed in the hallways throughout the school as a reminder of the holy men and women who model Catholic values for us. St. Nicholas and St. Valentine were among the saints chosen by middle school students.

Performing arts classes at St. Benedict Preparatory School allow students to express their creativity in a variety of ways. Introduction to Dance and Contemporary Dance classes, taught by middle school homeroom teacher Ms. Yvonne Grabe, offered students the opportunity to explore and express themselves through movement. In addition, students choreographed and performed their own dances for the entire group. Plans to expand the dance program this year include course offerings in Kinesiology (the study of movement) and Conditioning for the Dancer and Athlete.

Performing Arts Takes Center Stage

Team Building at Irons Oaks

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Secondary School Highlights (Grades 9-12) 2011-2012

Hunger Banquet Teaches Students About Inequities

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2011-2012 Project Vision of Excellence Secondary School (grades 6-12) Accomplishments:

New Positions: * Additional 8th grade teacher (2nd classroom) * Band Instructor * Dance Teacher * Protégé Program Coordinator * HS Wrestling Coach and Program * HS Track Coach and Program

New Programs: 6-12 Staff Inclusive Education Training and Student Support * New Protégé Program* Strings and Winds Program Grades 6-12 * One-to-One Technology Program expanded grades 6-10 * New electives for Middle School: Spanish II, French II, Dance * New High School Courses: AP Physics, The Cold War, Contemporary Issues in the Middle East, Music Appreciation

2011-2012 saw the return of wrestling to St. Benedict Preparatory School. Coach Dave Curby, a member of the Illinois Wrestling Coaches & Offi cials Hall of Fame and an internationally certifi ed wrestling coach, worked with a group of 14 freshmen through seniors who turned out for the team. Two SBPS wrestlers advanced to the Illinois sectional tournament and Coach Curby was named the USA Wrestling 2011 Doc Counsilman Coach of the Year by the US Olympic Committee.

Wrestling and Track & Field Make a Big Comeback

Track & Field also made a comeback last year at St. Benedict Prep. Three athletes created a new team and participated in spring track meets. Hard work and determination helped athletes establish personal bests in various events. We are looking forward to continued improvement in the coming year.

During the 2012 Hunger Banquet, Secondary School students received sheets of paper representing fi rst, second, and third world countries. When students went to lunch, fi rst world countries received a full lunch with dessert and ate their lunch at tables. Second world countries received a meat sandwich with fruit and were seated at tables. Third world countries, however, received only chicken soup and were seated on the fl oor. After lunch, students were given the opportunity to refl ect on their experience and discuss the inequities of our present socioeconomic systems. This activity helped many students realize how fortunate they truly are.

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Our Faith in Action 2011-2012

* New First Grade Classroom painted and remodeled with new furniture and books * New Second Grade Classroom with new furniture and books * New tricycle and helmet sets for preschool * 2nd & 3rd fl oor elementary classrooms plastered and painted * New classroom rugs in several PreK – Gr. 5 classrooms * Additional intercom phones installed in classrooms * New tables and chairs in secondary classrooms to accommodate one-to-one technology * New scoreboard and sound system in gym (thanks to Athletic Fundraiser)

Kairos 2012

Kairos 2012, an annual student retreat, was held at Camp Manitoqua in January. Eight student leaders, four adult leaders, and twenty-one juniors and seniors entered the retreat with open hearts and minds. The focus of the retreat was to help students fi nd God in their lives and learn to fi nd God in others. The weather provided an exciting twist to the weekend when the fi rst major snowfall of the year added seven inches of snow. Despite the weather, students strengthened bonds with their faith and with one another.

The St. Benedict Preparatory School Hunger Heroes lived up to their name in a big way. The Lenten Almsgiving Food Drive, coordinated by our Home and School Association (HSA), collected 4,367 food items and personal hygiene products for distribution through Catholic Charities of Chicago. This total was 62% more than the goal of 2,700 items. Items were donated by preschool through high school students and families. Because of the large amount of food, Catholic Charities needed to make two trips to the school in order to pick up everything. During the special season of Lent, it was nice to know that our Hunger Heroes helped so many needy families in the community.

SBPS Hunger Heroes Come Through In A Big Way!

One of the social justice teachings of the Catholic Church is taking care of the poor in our own communities. Many students at St. Benedict Preparatory School (SBPS) put this teaching into action by making sandwiches for distribution at our

parish rectory. Many homeless and hungry people seek out St. Benedict Church for assistance. They receive a meal as well as help in locating resources in the community. SBPS students know that their acts of kindness have a direct impact on the poor of the community every day.

Sandwiches for the Needy in SBPS Community

Every year, the St. Benedict Preparatory School (SBPS) 8th grade class presents the Living Stations of the Cross to the school and parish community. Praying the stations in this way provides students and community members the opportunity to go deeper into the story of Jesus’ passion.

8th Grade Living Stations of the Cross

Major Facility Improvements From 2011-2012

2012-2013 Planned Improvements* Web-based textbooks for Secondary School Social Studies * Expansion of the Protégé Program to secondary and middle school students * Learning specialist for preschool through grade 5 * Additional kindergarten, second, and third grade teachers * Heating system upgrades * Implementation and training for AIMSweb assessment & tracking tool for Grades K-5 * New classroom furnishings for preschool, elementary, and secondary programs * Wireless internet and technology infrastructure upgrades campus-wide * Introduction of iPads in preschool classrooms * Improved faith-based retreats for secondary school students * Music instruction resources for grades PS-12

New Secondary School Classes for 2013* Middle School Scientifi c Inquiry * Conditioning of the Dancer and Athlete * Catholic Social Teaching * Scientifi c Method * PC Support Practicum * Media Literacy * Introduction to Health Occupations* Contemporary Issues of the Middle East * WWII and the Western Front (with Foreign Travel component)

St. Benedict Preparatory School (SBPS) is committed to providing quality Catholic education to our families. Each child learns differently, has different strengths and weaknesses, and needs individualized attention in order to reach his or her potential. The celebration of each unique child is a central part of our preschool through grade 12 mission. Inclusive education allows us to welcome all students into the general classroom and equips teachers and families to help students learn and thrive.

Through the generous fi nancial assistance of the Christopher L. and M. Susan Gust Foundation, SBPS has expanded the inclusive education efforts with the implementation of new initiatives. This foundation has supported the cost of year-long teacher professional development focused on national inclusive education expert, Paula Kluth, and her “Joyful Learning” strategies. In addition, the foundation has also given $50,000 toward additional PK-12 professional development costs.These funds have helped teachers grow not only in the area of inclusive education but also teacher training in specifi c content areas, student assessment, and teacher leadership.

In addition to professional development training, the Christopher L. and M. Susan Gust Foundation supported to cost of two learning specialists: one for a high school student cohort and one to support inclusive education training in grades PK-12. Educational research shows that when teachers use instructional best practices to create a positive environment, all students benefi t. The Christopher L. and M. Susan Gust Foundation has made a profound impact on the educational climate of SBPS preschool through high school and we are most grateful for their generosity.

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Inclusive Education 2011-2012

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St. Benedict Preparatory School Strengthens Inclusive Education Program with Generous Support from the Christopher L. and M. Susan Gust Foundation

Mrs. Shannon Brusca (right), Secondary School Science teacher, participates in Joyful Learning Strategies shared by Educational Consultant Ms. Paula Kluth (left) at a teacher professional development presentation.

Looking Ahead To The New Year

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Student and Teacher Travels 2011-2012

A Touch of the Tropics in Costa Rica

Ms. Landor’s Spanish SummerSarah Landor, Secondary School Spanish Teacher, spent her summer in Middlebury, Vermont. She attended the well-known Graduate School program, which offers a complete immersion experience in Spanish. The program included four hours of class each day and one-on-one meetings with professors. In addition, she participated in the Spanish School choir, spent hours in the library researching and writing papers, and fell in love all over again with the magic of Spanish. This was the fi rst of four wonderful summers that she will spend in the Middlebury Language School. By August 2015 she will have a Master’s Degree in Spanish with a focus on either language or pedagogy.

Ms. Gemo Travels to ChinaThis past summer Ms. Rachel Gemo, SBPS Chief Executive Offi cer, had the unique opportunity to travel to China with thirty fellow educators and school administrators from across the United States. The tour was part of a

scholarship program provided by EF Tours. The purpose of the trip was to formulate a better understanding of China, as well as ponder the impact of a global society on PK-12 education. While visiting Beijing, Xi’an, and Shanghai, she had the opportunity to explore China’s culture and history, as well as visit schools and meet with school administrators. Her experiences affi rmed the need to ensure that critical thinking, problem solving, creativity, and innovation are integrated

in the general curriculum so that SBPS students are prepared for their college future and beyond.

Fifteen high school students and fi ve staff members had the travel opportunity of a lifetime in June. On this foreign travel trip, SBPS travelers discovered the rich culture of Costa Rica and got up close to the world’s most magnifi cent plant and animal habitats. Activities included horse-back riding, zip lining through the rain forest, white water rafting, and a visit to a local school. Thank you to the Christopher L. and M. Susan Gust Foundation for providing several scholarships to allow students to experience this adventure of a lifetime.

We are proud to announce that the Class of 2012 St. Benedict Preparatory High School graduates have been accepted at the following colleges and universities:

American Academy of ArtBall State UniversityBradley UniversityCarthage CollegeChicago State UniversityColumbia College ChicagoConcordia UniversityDePaul UniversityDrexel UniversityEastern Illinois UniversityEastern Michigan UniversityIndiana University at BloomingtonIowa State UniversityKansas State UniversityLoyola University ChicagoIllinois Institute of TechnologyIllinois Wesleyan UniversityIndiana State UniversityMarquette UniversityMarymount Manhattan CollegeMiami University OxfordMichigan State UniversityMissouri University of Science & TechnologyMonmouth CollegeNortheastern Illinois UniversityNorthern Illinois UniversitySchool of the Art Institute of ChicagoSouthern Illinois UniversitySt. Olaf CollegeThe University of IowaThe University of MemphisThe University of TampaUniversity of DaytonUniversity of Illinois at ChicagoUniversity of Illinois Urbana ChampaignUniversity of KentuckyUniversity of Minnesota Twin CitiesUniversity of Missouri ColumbiaUniversity of Wisconsin MadisonValparaiso University

Illinois State Scholar 2012

Congratulations to Bridget Miller, St. Benedict Preparatory School’s 2012 Illinois State Scholar. Bridget was among the top 10% of Illinois seniors chosen for this honor. This award recognizes seniors for outstanding academic achievement, based on SAT and/or ACT scores and cumulative grade point average at the end of junior year.

Class of 2012 Highlights

Top of the Class

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The valedictorian and salutatorian awards are typically presented at the annual Honors Day awards ceremony. Last year, however, an unusual three-way tie occurred with the senior grade point averages prior to fi nal exams between Bridget Miller (left), Sungjin Park (center), and Gendell Fernandez (right). Because of this unique situation, the awards were presented at the Graduation Ceremony on June 8. After fi nal grades were calculated, Gendell Fernandez was awarded the valedictorian award for the highest grade point average. Sungjin Park was awarded the salutatorian award for the second highest grade point average. Congratulations to all three graduates!

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Each year, St. Benedict Preparatory School relies on the generosity from alumni, school families, parishioners, the community, foundations and friends to

help us remain innovatively mission driven. Enrollment growth was seen from preschool through ninth grade, a very positive sign that the mission and vision

of St. Benedict Prep is one that people want to support with time, talent and treasure. Furthermore, the parish’s three-year campaign, “Restoring the Past;

Preparing for the Future” initiated by our former pastor, Father Beaven paid off the Bell Tower construction (thanks to a matching grant by the Archdiocese

of Chicago). Our new pastor, Father Jason Malave, plans to give the campaign one last push so that we can take this unique opportunity of the matching

grant to eliminate the parish and school loans, and possibly start an endowment for the school.

We have much to celebrate! As you can see, the various annual appeal campaigns did well last year and we are looking forward to another successful year.

The fi nancial vitality of the school can be credited not only to tuition, but to several fundraising programs, campaigns, and events.

Financial Highlights 2011-2012

Parish Support: BenFest - $16,472 This Parish summer festival in honor of St. Benedict is split with the parish. One half of the proceeds go to support the school. This and Bingo are the two forms of parish support on which we rely. We defi nitely thank the BenFest chairs and volunteers, particularly BenFest 2011 Chair, Stephen Meskan (who also served as the 2010 and 2012 Chair!). We also would like to give a big round of applause for the BenFest 2012 committee who raised over $30,000 for the parish and school this past summer.

Annual Fundraising Appeals and Events

School ExpensesSalaries $3,547,033 Benefi ts $1,128,320

Instructional Supplies $144,747Furniture and Equipment (instructional) $22,168

Administrative Costs $160,381Utilities $154,371

Food (Preschool) $85,165Maintenance and Repair $85,391

Property/Casualty/Auto Insurance $117,336Miscellaneous $207,392

Total Expenses $5,652,304

2011-2012 Revenue vs. Expenses

Annual Parent Appeal (PK-12) - $112,596 In its seventh year, this advisory board sponsored-appeal has grown very much (in 2005, the appeal generated $5000 in total), and we are grateful for the board’s efforts. Last year we saw a 40% increase in overall giving! Formerly called the Paws for Excellence Parent Campaign, this parent appeal reached 25% parent participation. In keeping with our commitment to the vision of St. Benedict Preparatory School, our school charges tuition less than the true cost of educating a student. This appeal helps to fund the “gap” between the cost of tuition and the cost to educate one student. One hundred percent of donations fund program enhancements for the school.

Corporate Donors & Miscellaneous Sources - $14,839Each year, we receive donations from national corporations like Target and Box Tops, along with more local businesses who want to support our school, such as Van Gogh Photographers, Lands End, Roscoe Village Chamber of Commerce, Cubs Care, RibFest and more. We are pleased to be partners with all of our community supporters!

Restricted Fund Donations - $7,845The Restricted Fund is comprised of donations targeted for particular projects. Most of this year’s donations were earmarked for technology upgrades as well as scholarships.

St. Benedict Prep 11th Annual Ball & Auction Passport to Paradise - $152,750Thanks to Ball and Auction Co-Chairs, Meggan Flom and Katie Troelstrup, last year’s event at The Galleria Marchetti was the most success since its inception 11 years ago with over 425 attendees. Last year’s Ball and Auction netted $172,000+. Ten percent of the proceeds go for debt reduction payments. The rest of the funds go to support the school program and curricular costs. Congratulations on a job well done!

Athletic Fundraiser - $9,421Each year, the St. Benedict Athletic Association, hosts a fundraising concert for music lovers and revelers alike. Last year’s 80’s themed-event was an absolute blast. The funds raised from this event go to support gym facilities upgrades. New windows in the weight room were installed as well as new backboards using proceeds from this event. Thanks to Jenny Courtad and Rick Petrillo for spearheading the 2012 event!

Market Day - $2,180Thanks once again to Mrs. Peggy Shubrych (mother of Hannah and Kate) for her leadership in running this school fundraising program. We appreciate all those who support this tasty school fundraiser.

Parish Support: Bingo - $44,296Each Tuesday, parishioners and community members gather to play Bingo in the gym. This weekly event helps to support the school scholarship program. Last year, BINGO had an extraordinary year – the net proceeds to the school more than doubled over the 2010-11 net proceeds. Thanks go out to Daralis ‘73 and Gary Oliver and a wonderful crew of volunteers.Congratulations on a fi ne year!

School Revenue

Tuition and Fees $5,075,294Fundraising Efforts $468,199

Miscellaneous $156,254 Total Income $5,699,747

Grandparent Appeal - $920After our PK-5 Grandparents and Grandfriends Day Events, we send out a Thanksgiving Appeal to our guests. We are fortunate to have so many generous grandparents who value Catholic education and demonstrate support through their donations.

Alumni Appeals - $50,825 Elementary Alumni $1025.00; High School Alumni $26,580.48; and High School Alumni Spring Phonathon $23,219.00. Each year, hundreds of SBPS alumni give back to their school in the form of time, talent and treasure. They understand the gift of a St. Benedict education and are proud to support it! Thanks to all our high school students and families, as well as our alumni who help support the work that goes into our mailings and phonathon!

ES Scholarship Fund $18,203; HS Scholarship Fund $37,271 and HS Scholarship Support from Outside Organizations $166,700

Many of our students in grades K-12 require tuition assistance in order to afford quality, Catholic education. About 25% of the elementary school, and 50% of the high school families receive some tuition assistance. Donations come from school families, parishioners, the Home and School Association, alumni, board members, Big Shoulders and other foundations. In particular, SBPS would like to thank the Christopher L. and M. Susan Gust Foundation for providing over $125,000 in scholarship funds to high school students. With everyone’s help, we are pleased to be able to assist our school families with a tuition assistance package that makes a difference.

2011-2012 Scholarship Funds and Donations

Financial Highlights and Donor List 2011-2012

HOME AND SCHOOL ASSOCIATION ACCOMPLISHMENTSHome and School Wreath and Wrap $22,000*Home and School Baby and Kids Garage Sale $14,000* The preschool and elementary school Home and School Association is comprised of parents who enjoy being involved and who work hard planning events and activities to benefi t the school, as well as build community. The 2011 NCEA-award winning organization hosts two main fundraisers each year to support its operating costs, teacher Christmas bonuses and teacher wish-list items. The HSA makes a signifi cant contribution each year, and their contributions come in more forms than money alone. The Home and School Association is an invaluable source of volunteers and school support for which we are truly grateful. *After 10% debt reduction payment.

2011-2012 Donor List

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ANNUAL PARENT APPEALGold ($1,300 & Over)Raymond ArensonBaxter International FoundationBeebe FamilyCourtad FamilyPaul & Holly EdlundFaris FamilyGoetz Family FoundationChristopher L. & M. Susan Gust FoundationJulie Watts & Dan KleinMr. & Mrs. Karl KuhnMacMillan FamilyMary & John ManganMarsico FamilyMcGovern FamilyMicrosoft Matching Gift ProgramJames O’DonnellTeri Ford & Quintin KevinKelly & Tom RieckelmanRief FamilySchubrych FamilySoroka FamilyStern FamilyWalton FamilyWells Fargo Community Support

Maroon ($250 - $1,299) (continued)Amy & Tom GaylordGoergen FamilyMelissa & Daniel GuilofoyleGuzina FamilyJohn P. HarneyHart FamilyAnne Suh & Alan HauserMary Jo & William HayesKristin & Dan HoffmanCharlene & Chadwick HoytDaniel HynesTammy & Thomas JefferyCathie & Ray KarenasSusan & James KleinAlison & Samuel KraussMichelle Matthew MannMr. & Mrs. Patrick NolanHeather & Christopher NordlohColleen Sullivan & Max NutkowitzMegan & John O’ConnorJennifer & Patrick PatrasAnne-Marie & Erik PetersenJennifer & Richard PetrilloJanet Davies & Jeff PrestonPuccio-Johnson FamilyKimberly & George RadichAllyson & David RegnierMarta & Bob RhynerGina & Charles RiceAnne & Clark RichterRivers FamilyLiz & Dan RoartyIsabelle & Thomas RyanMalissa & John SmithStephanie & Ryan SteczJennifer & Scott StephenCobey & Erich StruckmeyerSusan & Sean Sullivan FamilyAileen Blake & Thomas TansorTheresa ThomasFiona & Tim UrquhartJanet Possell & John Van Houten IV

White (Under $250)Mr. & Mrs. Mark & Margaret AhlheimMelissa Ann AndersonTiffany & Damon AuerAylward FamilyJoan & Michael BalcsikMirna Balestas & Jaime BarriosMaureen Turman & John BernbomMargie & Steve BestBridgette BlakeErwin & Debra Jerger Canciller

Maroon ($250 - $1,299)Adams Street Partners Matching Gift ProgramAnnulis FamilyAnonymousAnonymousArcher FamilyThomas & Ronely ArviaAtwood FamilyJulie & Christopher BalzariniBarclays Educational Gift Matching ProgramPaul BerkowitzCampbell FamilyJoseph & Judith Izewski CastilloElizabeth & Kenneth ChadaKristen & Christopher CooperHelen & Andrew CostelloDevane FamilyAngela & Brian DillonGina & Mark DoleskiDorsey & Whitney Trust CompanyExelon Matching Gifts for Education ProgramFifth Third Bank Educational Gift Matching ProgramElizabeth & Alex GalianoAnna & Patrick Gallagher

White (Under $250) (continued) Ivette & Rafael ClassSophia ClayPerlinda Cruzado & Romel DalaloBridget & James DavisRebecca Bruney & Thomas DellinTrisha & Matthew DePreterDiann & John DeSantisMaria & Erik FagreliusMr. & Mrs. David FisherShaun Considine FitzgeraldChristine & Edward FlemingKathleen & David FloresChristine Allison & Gregory FurmanJudith & Gus GhuneimWendi & Robert GillespieKelly GlennLaura & Andy GuschwanAlicia & Kenny HallerKelly HodgesonInsko FamilyAlan & Ann Watson JohnsonKerry & Bob KinsloeElizabeth & Stuart KirkBryan KirklandJulie Arrand & Andrew KogenDonna & Peter KoulogeorgeChris & Peter KrackenbergerMichelle Nakfoor & Todd KramerBernardo & Maria Luz LorbesMa FamilyCheryl & Tim MahonMargaret MaloneJames & Eileen O’Donnell MattimoreRyan & Heidi McFarlandMcJessy FamilyMichael & Petra McKewinCurtis & Kimberly MillerMr. & Mrs. Matthew MulderinkElizabeth & James MurphyEileen Moran & Eamon NashKaren NeimanasEllen Papacek & Eric NielsenAmy & Tom NovickiShelly & Daniel O’BrienAnn Connolly & Liam O’ConnorAimee & Chad OgrenHalina & Mariusz PydychAnnie & Peter QuinnMaria & Milton RiveraBridgett & Francesco SessaLorraine & Eugene SikoraSean & Michelle SmythMartha Pagliaria & Tom StoodtMargaret & Larry Strimple IISweat Family

GRANDPARENT APPEALMr. & Mrs. Edward & Sharon AhlforsMs. Julia Ann ArcheMr. & Mrs. John BowlesFr. John BravermanMrs. Anita ButlerMrs. Margaret FinneganMr. Bruce FinkeMr. Edward L. FlemingMr. Gary HeistMr. & Mrs. Clark & Sue JohnsonMr. & Mrs. Michael & Carole RiceMr. Paul SchierlMr. & Mrs. Roy & Earlene WattsMr. Leo Wesley

White (Under $250) (continued) Michelle ThelinCanella & Eddie TorresTrimarco & Markarian FamilyRenee & Michael UjikiMary Eileen & Andrew WeberThe Christopher John Weber Living TrustMaria Tubay & Donald WilliamsJill Corcoran & Brian WittenwylerAnnie Braverman & Bill WootenYahoo Matching Gift Program Zach FamilyKelly Zitka & Valer Zitka

HS ANNUAL FUND St. BenedictAssociation ($1,000+)AnonymousAnonymousKathleen Haran ‘64Maureen HoltzmanCharles G. Joseph ‘62Katherine ‘72 & James ‘70KartheiserFred Luby ‘59Peoples Gas Light and Coke Co.William Ziemann ‘60

Founder’s Society ($500-$999)Robert BruettGeorge ‘54 & Lenore CroweMary Lee Geesbreght ‘61Barbara ‘59 & Robert ‘58 HerrmannMary Francis F. Jablonskis ‘55Libby & Thomas ‘61 KoenigNoreen ‘57 & Michael McCormackSandra & Don ‘57 Wiskes

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Jim Dolan ‘62Ann P. Duffy ‘65Charles Dulay ‘62Elizabeth & John DunnEcolab FoundationEdna & Bernard ‘54 FordJoanne ‘63 & Ernest FrankovichJacqueline M. Garland ‘68Elizabeth ‘67 & RobertGavittTimothy P. Gibbons ‘77Mary Lou Ginter ‘66Thomas HasheerJosephine & Richard ‘63 HellgethPatricia & Andrew ‘03 HullRosanne Jarvis ‘55Eileen & Jerome ‘75 JohnsonAlan G. Kalitzky ‘62Marianne Kattner ‘57Carol J. Kloser ‘67Catherine & Mark ‘69 KuhlmanJoseph Lasch ‘63Bruce Lemke ‘61Helen Locke ‘70David B. Lyng ‘74Karen ‘76 & Erwin MachelChristine M. Martens Mary & George ‘55 MayDonna ‘73 & John McCarthyDiane & Thomas ‘66 McGuireMary Jane ‘83 & Robert MoranBonnie & Michael ‘63 MularskiMary A. NugentEllen O’GallagherLila C. Petitti ‘59Stephen Portenlanger SFO ‘56Richard K. Rapp ‘71Frances & Thomas ‘60 RichBarbara ‘76 & Kenneth ‘76 RoseErin ‘82 & Perry RossJeanette D. Saletta ‘56Suzanne Schmidt ‘60Joseph A. Schmit John W. Schmitz ‘70Barbara ‘65 & William ‘65 Schneider Carl Silvestrini ‘58Edith ‘72 & Peter ‘71 SoraparuJoan ‘74 & Robert StaffordJanet Stevens & Berton Louis, Jr. ‘69Theresa B. ThomasCarol ‘67 & Jules Van RengenCarl Wagner ‘67Marianne Wehrle ‘79Judy Wicker ‘60Jeffri & Ronald & WojcikSandra A. Woodhouse Jacob ‘88Lydia & Francisco Zoleta

HIGH SCHOOL PLANNED GIVING APPEALRose Marie ‘57 & Joseph ReynoldsPaulette & Frederick ‘57 SanzenbacherKatie & Robert ‘57 StumpfMaxine Wallisch ‘56Beverly & Herbert ‘54 Weidinger

HIGH SCHOOL ALUMNI PHONATHONThomas Alessi ‘59Philip Anselmini ‘62Barbara ‘59 & Syros AntonopoulosMargit ArsenijevicJoann Aylward ‘56Barnes FamilyKaldeen BarrettSusan ‘62 & Alfred BarrettBaxter International FoundationJennifer Begovic ‘01Catherine ‘67 & Kenneth BerglundMarjorie Bicknell ‘67Jo Lynn Blomquist ‘74Christine ‘65 & Richard Burkhardt

Carol (Busser) Canivez ‘58Beverly ‘60 & Kenneth CarlsonPatricia ‘54 & Richard ChapmanFrederick A. ColantonioMaureen ‘66 & Stanley CubalaBernadette Davel ‘54Shirley & Frank DeChristofanoCynthia & Charles ‘84 DeciccoKimberly M. DieballMonique DiVarco ‘72John Durso ‘68Shirley ‘68 & John Durso ‘68Ecolab FoundationJune ErnstLayla ErzrumlyJeanne & Thomas ‘59 FitzgeraldCarol FucarinoMadeline FucarinoPatricia GaerditzGailard Evans FamilyGeraldine Piscitello Groves ‘60Loretta ‘55 & Stephen HardersMatt Hauman ‘71Hugh HegartyJosephine & Robert ‘63 HellgethHoward Henneman ‘72Ann F. Heraty ‘62Dianne ‘59 & Willis ‘59 HoffLinda ‘72 & Robert HoffmanMaureen & Gary HoltzmanArthur J. Hundrieser ‘61Donna IoppoloJames K. JaniakCarolyn ‘56 & Donald JensenCarolyn & Michael ‘74 Jerger Marilyn Jerger ‘76Nancy Jerger ‘76Elizabeth (‘67) & James KaeseBonnie & Donald Kapolnek ‘75Linda Lewis Kappas ‘73Nancy Marie Klein ‘71Kevin R. Kloss Sr. Sheila Kloss, SSSF ‘56Jeri & Samuel KnightonEllen KostroJose I. LacsonRoberta J. LathamBarbara ‘74 & Michael LeversoBarbara Lima ‘56Lynn-Ann ‘67 & Ron LinkaBrigitte & Frank ‘61 LovitzRaymond A. Luth ‘74Edward Maggi ‘74Marianne Maggi ‘74Margita MandelDale Marcus ‘57

Marlene ‘69 & Bill MarshallLarry Martin & Raquel Bech Kathleen M. Martin ‘72Patricia MatthewsThomas McDonagh ‘86Margaret ‘63 & Brian ‘62 McKitterickMary Mika ‘60Margarita MillerDonna J. MohrleinJanice Rae MoranKaren & Longinus ‘62 MuellerNancy M. MulkerrinsKathleen Mullen ‘74Ronald Neidhart ‘69Karen ‘67 & Don ‘67 NeustadtMary & Paul ‘76 NeustadtNoela ‘70 & Thomas NorrisNuveen Investments, Inc.Ellen Blie O’GallagherArlene & Ronald ‘58 OhlhaberChrista O’KeefeGary R. Osgood ‘69Mary A. OstrengaGloria OttesenLinda ‘80 & Stefan Palfi Albert ParryJack Pasquale ‘84Mary & Herman ‘71 PerillaTherese & Gerhard ‘65 PerschkeShannon PicartChristine & James ‘68 PiperJesse Ponce de LeonSusan ‘59 & Joseph PortStephen PortenlangerJennifer Prey ‘84Kathy ‘71 & Kevin RichardsMr. & Mrs. Thomas ‘61 RichardsThomas H. Rudnik ‘57Donna & Sean ‘77 RyanCatherine & Frank ‘60 SansonePaulette & Frederick ‘57 SanzenbacherEuguene Sattelmaier ‘57Malia & William ‘60 SchaeferJerry & Carol Mabus ‘56 SchemitschAloysius SchmidtM. Pat & Arthur SchmidtSally Ann Schmitz ‘69Barbara & William ‘65 SchneiderDr. Frederick Schram ‘61Margaret M. ScullyDenise & James ‘63 ShawCarl SilvestriniValerie & Stephen ‘62 SmigajMary Lou Smiskol ‘55Judith & Frank ‘56 SomogyiMary Pat & Frank ‘84 StefanDarlene SteinbeissMary Rose & Robert ‘60 StrezewskiMary C. SugrueBarbara ‘67 & Joseph ‘67 ThomasDolores ‘61 & Don TichenorBarbara A. UrbanPatrick VanAnita ‘58 & David ‘56 VilterJeanette ‘65 & Charles VogtCarolyn ‘74 & Anton WagnerEvelyn & Gerald ‘69 WalkerJudith & James ‘59 WenigerJoan ‘65 & Howard ‘64 WilcoxJudith ‘61 & Carl WisniewskiRobert Wolf ‘59Patricia ‘60 & Kenneth WoodhousePeter WysgallaRita T. Zeitner

THE ALAN HOLLIS SCHOLARSHIP FUNDDr. James HollisTHE ROBERT MCTIGUE SCHOLARHIP FUNDMike Hess ‘69

THE CAROL MOLENDA SCHOLARSHIP FUND

Rafael FontanJack Keller Co., Inc.

Laurette M. KittlerLillian S. Molenda

Mr. & Mrs. Eugene SikoraScott Stephen

Deborah StevensonTesta Produce Inc.

Lindsay TomichMichelle Zadrozny ‘91

James K. DuszakRobert Egan, Sr.Colleen & James FlemingCarol F. & Dan G. GalloKatherine & Lawrence GnappMarian & James GreeneMark J. HarlanOlivia HastenNancy HeaveyCarylin J. & Paul D. HedstromJohn HodelMary & William HornAndrea & Timothy HornScott Kalis ‘80Theresa Kattner ‘57 Marianne KattnerLisa Noel KennedyJoanne KernanMary & Louis LusignanRoseann & Philip F. MaherJoan & James ‘69 MartinThomas MoranPatricia L. MoranCarolyn & John MoranThomas Moran, Esq.Terry MullarkeyPaula B. & Thomas E. NannicelliNJL Appraising Ltd.Peoples Gas Light and Coke Co.Shirley & Dennis SharkeyJohn C. ShemMatthew Shrake, Inc.Sandra L. & Walter T. StancyTimothy Stiles ‘76Marlene ‘75 & Ronald ‘73 VictorineKirk VidasBarbara & Edward Wolke

HIGH SCHOOL SCHOLARSHIP FUNDMr & Mrs Phillip AdamsNaty AlejoMr. & Mrs. Ramon G. AlpasanLeonard AluiseCarissa AndrokitesAnonymousAthletic Fundraiser TipsJoseph T. BabboLaura BardowskiBeebe FamilySue BreunigMr. & Mrs. Paul BrimstinRobert BruettChristine BurkhardtMr. & Mrs. Kerry BylerErwin CancillerMr. & Mrs. Bienvenido CapelesMr & Mrs Michael CarterRobert CassidyJames ChambersJohn C. ChanCarmen S. ChevereMr. & Mrs. Joseph ContrerasMr. & Mrs. Romel B. DalaloMr. & Mrs. Richard A. DavisJames & Catherine Dolan

THE BERNARD HORN MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP FUNDMarie ‘82 & John ‘84 MoranEmily Bouzarelos-VidasLeonard CatalanoClass of 1980Milka & Michael ConleyMichael Emmett ConnellyArlene H. & Patrick J. CraddockMolly D’Esposito

HS ANNUAL FUND cont.Maroon & Gold (Under $250)Marsha Adamek Mr. & Mrs. Kyle and Ruth ‘72 AlbrechtArmand’s PizzeriaBaxter International FoundationJustine ‘76 & Thomas BeckWilliam BergfalkStephanie M. Bortko ‘82Bonnie ‘61 & Gerald BrouderMary & James BurkePeter Buzzek ‘60Debra Jerger ‘78 & Erwin Canciller Beverly ‘60 Kenneth CarlsonMary Cascino ‘56Eileen Taylor Cechner ‘57Class of 1972 Frederick A. Colantonio ‘68James Coughlin ‘58Bernadette M. Davel ‘54

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HIGH SCHOOL SCHOLARSHIP FUND(continued)James DoneyMr. & Mrs. Thomas DossettEcolab FoundationRobert J. EganDradyne Robyne EudeikisBrian W. FitzpatrickMr. & Mrs. Michael J. FlahertyVirginia C. FrechetteRobert GaertnerMr. & Mrs. Eduardo GalianoMr. & Mrs. Patrick GallagherMr. & Mrs. Patrick GannonJean Luber & John R. GarrahyMartina GaviganSarah K. GilgerPatricia Glunz Catholic School MemorialKatherine GnappGloria M. GoernerPatricia GollehonConsolacion GollosoPercival GutierrezGabriel GuzzoMr. & Mrs. Bryce HannaAnne Suh & Alan HauserHighSightHoellen Family FoundationAnne M. HoellichRachel HohnerKathleen HubbertsAnne HuntIrish Fellowship FoundationMr. & Mrs. Manuel IrizarryJames Janiak, Sr.Jessica JohnsonCharles G. JosephMr. & Mrs. Hans KaimEmilie KaimMary Ann KattnerMrs. Peter KattnerTheresa A. KattnerEdward J. KestlerBrian KlucznikKnight Partners, LLCMr. & Mrs. Steve KochMr. & Mrs. Michael KruczewskiCorazon A. LopezHoward H. Luecke, Jr.Mr. & Mrs. John LydonMaggie MatthewsAlexandra Gomez & John McMahonJanice McNeillMr. & Mrs. Anthony A. MendesMr & Mrs Brian MillerMr. David A. MoranMarge MuellerRegina A. MulhernMr. & Mrs. Timothy MulvennaMr. & Mrs. Joseph NeumannNorth Center Chamber of CommerceNuveen InvestmentsBenjamin OlivaMr. & Mrs. Jim O’MalleyRichard PaschallMr. & Mrs. Joseph PaternoPatrick PatrasLila & Silvio PetittiMr. & Mrs. Arturo G. RecintoMr. & Mrs. Michael ReedyMr & Mrs Armando RivasMr & Mrs Ronald Rooney, Jr.Janice RyanLeone RyanMr. & Mrs. Pedro L. SanchezPatrick SchaeferNorman J. Schmit John J. SchmitzBarbara L. SchroederWilliam & Mary Jo Strusz ShaverMr. & Mrs. Eliot SherwinMr. & Mrs. Edward ShineSix Corners Association

ES ALUMNI APPEALAndrea Bielski & AdalbertRose FlemingHelen & W. Martin LockeKatherine & Robert Martiny

ES SCHOLARSHIP FUNDGloria AguileraSolita & Ramon AlpasanAnnulis FamilyAthletic Fundraiser TipsKristie & Stetson AtwoodJoseph BabboJoan & Michael and BalcsikAdam & Jennifer BetzenDolores BielskiWilma & Lazar BityouDiane BorowczykSue BreunigKathleen & Kevin BucharChristine BurkhardtCampbell FamilyKevin CanlasMarsha & Rob CassidyJames ChambersJohn ChanEdward ClementRomel & Maria Perlinda DalaloPatricia & Ronald DamoreRegina & Richard DavisDonna & Michael DietrichRudolph DudaVirginia FrechetteCamela FurryTheresa & Patrick GannonPatricia Glunz Catholic School MemorialKatherine GnappGoergen FamilyGloria GoernerPatricia GollehonConsolacion GollosoGerard J. HaslwanterAnne Suh & Alan HauserMegan & Jim HeneghanShawn HeneghanMary HennemanHoellen Family FoundationAnne HoellichKathleen HubbertsInsko familyNilda & Manuel IrizarryMarilyn JacobsenMarilyn JergerJordan - Bell familyTheresa KattnerEdward KestlerMary Lou KestlerChristina KneitzKnight Partners, LLCDonna & Peter KoulogeorgeKathryn & Jack LavinCorinne & Mark LengyelKaren & Eugene LeoneKing LeongCorazon LopezHoward LueckeAndrea & Fernando MatroAnne & Bob McCollam

ES SCHOLARSHIP FUND(continued) Donna & Paul McConvilleJanice McNeillBernadette & Thomas MolloyDavid MoranJoann MorettiMarge MuellerMelissa MulhernDori & Robert NolanLouis NutoniJanet & Keith OlsonGerald & Gloria OttesenRichard PaschallJanet Davies & Jeff PrestonAnne & Peter QuinnBelinda & Arturo G. RecintoWendee & Michael ReedyLara & Ronald RooneyLeone R. RyanTracey & Tim SamondsSBPS Home and School AssociationDolores SchillizziJohn SchmitzBarbara SchroederMary SpecialeJames StrzalkaSusan & Sean Sullivan FamilySulzer Family FoundationJoan TheisMargie TomlinsonNelia ValeraDiane Van BurenJane & John Van HoutenMichele & Walter VargasGloria VergaraRosemary & Charles WimberlyCollette & Howard WongPatricia ‘60 & Kenneth WoodhouseFRIENDS OF ST. BENEDICT PREPARATORY SCHOOLAthletico. LTDPaul T. BerkowitzBig Shoulders FundSophia ClayChristopher L. & M. Susan Gust FoundationSBPS Home & School AssociationJohn ShackletonSt. Benedict Women’s Book Club

PROTÉGÉ INTERNSHIP PROGRAM SPONSORSYvonne GrabeKelly HalperLinda M. KrierDon J. WiskesWilliam Ziemann

2012 BALL & AUCTION - PASSPORT TO PARADISE: Sponsorship, Underwriters & Fund-A-NeedJane & Kirk AhlforsJulie & Brian AnnulisAmy & Shannon ArcherSheila & Sean CastetteChicago Cut SteakhouseConstellation WinesCrown Imports, LLC Jenny & Andy CourtadFred Matvias & James CurrieLynne & Jim DamsmaCaitlyn DeRose PhotographyGina & Mark DoleskiJean & Chris FarisJulie Wasserman & Timothy FarrellKim & Dave FisherMeggan & David FlomTeri Ford & Quintin KevinAnna & Pat GallagherTheresa & Patrick GannonChristopher L. & M. Susan Gust FoundationAnne Suh & Alan HauserMargaret & Shawn HeneghanInfi nium SpiritsJamee & Mike InskoDoug JohnsonEileen & Dan KapcarTheresa KattnerMarianne KattnerStephanie & David KeenanJulie & Dan KleinDonna & Pete KoulogeorgeKarl & Cindy KuhnAaron/Robert LauRachel & Jason LegendreLinda & Martin LunkesJulia & John LynchCheryl & Tim MahonLarry McCarthy Bob & Ann McCollamDr. Heath McKinleyCarrie Mocarski & Stephen MeskanHeather & Chris NordlohChad OgrenJenni & Rick PetrilloJanet Davies & Jeff PrestonKim & George RadichYvette Velasquez & Miguel ReaMarta & Rob RhynerKelly & Tom RieckelmanAnne Connolly & Greg RiefLiz & Dan RoartyIsaelle & Tom RyanKatie & Kimo SandersonSBPS Home & School AssociationJohn SchmitzAmy & Jeff SternTami & Patrick TrayTrimarco & Markarian FamilyJane van der Zanden-Thompson & Greg ThompsonKatie & Tate TroelstrupMaria Tubay-WilliamsJane & John Van HoutenVelasquez & Sons III, Inc.Joy & Larry WaltonPat ‘60 Woodhouse

Mr. & Mrs. Abraham SobrepenaKerry SorvinoMary SpecialeKelly Novit & John StarkMr. & Mrs. Thomas StockwellSulzer Family FoundationJoan M. TheisMichael J. Thoms Mr. & Mrs. William VachuskaDiane Van BurenJohn Van Houten Mr. & Mrs. John Van Houten IVGloria VergaraMr. & Mrs. Tim WalkerMr. & Mrs. Charles WimberlyMr. & Mrs. Edward R. WolkeMr. & Mrs. Howard Wong

CORPORATE DONORSArmand’s PizzaBox Tops for EducationDirecTv4 SchoolseScripHomemade Pizza Company, LLC.Roscoe Village Chamber of CommerceSafari Cup CoffeeTarget

Are there parts of your life and career that you wish you could do over? Do you love what you do? What if you had had a chance to experience your career before you chose your college major? Would you still have gone into that fi eld?

St. Benedict Preparatory School helped high school students answer some of those questions through the Protégé Internship Program. This career oriented program allowed students to examine a fi eld from the inside out and get “hands on” experience before they chose their college major. After completing the Career Preparation class in the fi rst trimester, students interviewed in the community during the second trimester. Early dismissal during trimester three allowed the protégés to intern in their selected fi eld on a daily basis over a twelve week period. The Protégé Program celebrated its fi rst year of success at a June reception attended by protégés and business partners. Plans for the 2012-2013 school year include expanding the program to the middle school grades.

Thanks to our local businesses for partnering with us last year: Weiss Memorial Hospital, Jakubco, Richards, and Jakubco Law Offi ces, Northside Catholic Academy St. Gertrude Campus, National Museum of Mexican Art, Lincoln Park Community Bank, ANDCO Management, Experiential Public Relations Agency, Raven Theater, Dun-Wel Lithograph, Birthways, and the 47th Ward Offi ce.

Protégé Internship Program Highlights 2011-2012

Fawaz Sarumi, Class of 2012, learned about the medical fi eld during his internship at Weiss Memorial Hospital.

St. Benedict Preparatory Protégé Internship Program

Ashleigh Vazquez explored other art forms and expressions of her talent at the National Museum of Mexican Art.

Mary Fran Usenik learned what it is like to be the teacher and not the student by assisting in preschool education at NCA, St. Gertrude Campus.

Edward Shivers heard what is behind the “heartbeat” of our community while helping out at the 47th Ward Offi ce of Alderman Pawar.

Program Director Ms. Suzanne Stone addresses interns and attendees at the end of year Protégé Intern reception.

Jocelyn Cabanin, Class of 2012, learned that there is more to legal work than courtroom drama at the law fi rm of Jakubco, Richards & Jakubco, P.P.C. Mr. P. Jerome Jakubco is a SBPS alumnus, Class of 1959.

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