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From Your Alumni & Development Team:
There has been no slowdown in Office activities this summer!
Suzanne is imputing information for the Class of 2028 in the database, planning the Grandparents Mass for September, searching for and updating alumni emails, addresses, and phone numbers, processing donations, and gathering all the pertinent information needed to produce the Annual Donor Report for 2023-2024.
Greg and Rich have been working with an incredible group of alumni Committee members securing sponsorships for the 41st Annual Xavier Golf Classic (September 6th); planning the Grand Reunion for the graduating classes ending in 4 and 9 (October 4th), the Summer Alumni Social hosted by 745 Osteria restaurant in Old Saybrook (September 18th), and Homecoming here at XHS (October 26th); and working on strategies and appeal materials to hopefully double the percentage of participation of financial support from alums in 2024-2025.
Our focus going forward is to build and maintain relationships with you, our graduates. We are always open to suggestions of ways to better do that. Feel free to reach out to any of us at 860-346-7735. Suzanne is extension is 737, Greg is 733, and Rich is 732.
The Search for Missing Alums Continues:
The Xavier Alumni & Development Office is beginning an all-out effort to find alumni from every class for whom we have no contact information. We would like to be able to reach them with this E-Newsletter and provide regular information regarding reunions and special alumni events. XHS has never been notified of their death, so we presume all are still living.
If you know the whereabouts of any of the alums from the Classes of 1970, 1971, 1972, 1973 and 1974 listed below, please contact Suzanne Berry, Rich Feitel or Greg Jaskot in the Alumni & Development Office (860-346-7735, Ext. 737).
We will publish a list of as many Classes as space provides in each issue of the E-News going forward.
1970
Mike Bergeron, Mike Coughlin, Jerome Czaja, John Ellis, Mike Esposito, Jim Goodrich, Joel Hagedorn, Dave Ireland, George Kokurewicz, Jon Lembach, Joe Lucas, Bill Moquin, Gene Mrozowski, Bill Nadwairski, Wayne O'Connor, Tom Renaud, Joe Sommers, and John Wollschlager.
1971
Jamie Campbell, Phil Carter, Lyn D'Amico, Garry Desjardin, Peter Esposito, Ed Griffin, Pat Hennessey, Bill Hewitt, Charles Lombardi, Paul Maggiore, Dan Mainwaring, Tom Malchodi, Brian McLaughlin, Brian McNulty, Steve Mizak, Joel Parmelee, Dennis Reynolds, Ralph Rogers, Gary Sambor, Tom Sciacca, Paul Stetson, Mike Vuolo, Phil Wheelock, Randy Wilson, and Joel Wolak.
1972
Michael Cannata, John Caponigro, Brian Chappel, Dan Coyle, Tom Cummiskey, Larry Di Stefano, John DiStefano, Peter Ferretti, John Gibbons, Jim Hagedorn, Pete Kasprzak, Blaze Konefal, Kevin Mays, Marc O'Connell, Robert Paine, Doug Palmer, Wayne Pease, Ron Politis, Dave Robles, Mark Smith, and Mark Tarallo.
1973
Jon Butler, Tom Coleman, Paul Cummiskey, Jeff Currie, Paul DiMauro, Rich Drozd, Rich Kmietek, Steve Nelson, Marty Novinski, Steve O'Leary, Tony Pagano, Ken Parent, Ed Powers, Charles Riordan, Charles Salmon, John Snow, Dave Solnik, and Tom Zemienieski.
1974
Terry Callinan, John Conway, Mike Debari, Joe Delehanty, Greg Donahue, Jim Flynn, Tom Guarino, Peter King, Leo Kokoszka, Sal LaBella, Ed Lombardi, Steve O'Connor, Charles O'Connor, Bob Roberts, Joe Smolen, and Bill Wojtowicz.
Grand Reunion to be held at XHS in October
Class reunions are very important events to conduct for high schools. They give alums an opportunity to re-connect with classmates, reminisce about the good old days, and for Alumni Offices to continue to build relationships with graduates.
Because it's so difficult to create committees to conduct them (especially at an all-boys high school with graduates scattered all over the United States), we decided to simplify that task this year. Xavier High School will host a Grand Reunion on Friday, October 4th for the Classes of 1969, 1973, 1974, 1979, 1984, 1989, 1994, 1999, 2009, 2014 and 2019. The cafeteria will be sectioned off for each Class and food and festivities provided for all. An email blast went out recently to all members of those classes with a link to register.
We hope that you will take advantage of this opportunity to reunite with your classmates and celebrate a special reunion with many of them. If you would like to form a committee to plan something additional for that Saturday or Sunday, you still have that option. At least you'll have one opportunity to gather with old friends and visit the campus where you spent the four most formative years of your life.
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In July, the Tim Boyle QB/WR Camp brought together over 120 campers and 35 dedicated high school and college coaches, current and former college athletes, including 13 Xavier alumni and 8 current or former Xavier coaches. Among the staff were Will Levis '18 of the Tennessee Titans, former Head Coach Sean Marinan '80, and two-time New York Giants Super Bowl Offensive Coordinator, Kevin Gilbride. The camp also saw the participation of several campers who were sons of Xavier alumni, adding a strong sense of tradition and community to the event.
AROUND & ABOUT
- Nick Cerreta '01 was named the Interim Head of School for the 2024-25 school year. Click here to read the full announcement. - Tanner Kern '15 undertook a 220-mile run from Boston to New York City in May of 2024 to raise funds for the Tunnel to Towers Foundation which supports catastrophically injured veterans, first responders, and Gold Star Families. Click here to read the full story.
- We are excited to invite you to join us for an Alumni Social at 745 Osteria in Old Saybrook, CT on Wednesday, September 18 at 6 pm. This is a wonderful opportunity to reconnect with fellow alumni, share memories, and create new ones in a relaxed setting. Enjoy appetizers, drinks, and engaging conversations. We look forward to seeing you there! Click HERE to register!
- You are invited to our Homecoming Alumni Social on October 26, just before the big game! Join us for an afternoon of reconnecting with old friends and teammates, reminiscing about the glory days, and cheering on the current Falcons. The social will take place in the Music Suite at Noon, leading up to the 1:30 PM kickoff betwen Xavier and Foran. Don't miss this chance to celebrate our past and make new memories. Click HERE to register. Go Falcons!
XAVIER ATHLETICS YEAR IN REVIEW
The 2023-2024 athletic teams achieved notable success each season. Combined, Xavier athletics programs saw an overall record of 154-90, had several undefeated teams and won multiple championships, including conference and state titles. This year also saw impressive performances in regional and national competitions, with some teams finishing in the top three. Overall, our student-athletes demonstrated excellence and competitiveness throughout the year, showcasing their dedication and hard work both on and off the field.
FOOTBALL (6-4)
- Larry McHugh Senior Award: Bobby Zdrojeski '24
CROSS COUNTRY (9-0 SCC Record)
- Senior Award: Jacob Fagan '24
- SCC Division Champions
- SCC Conference Champions - 8th in a row
- Class L State Champions - 5th in a row
- 3rd Place in State Open
SOCCER (15-6-1)
- Senior Award: Cristian Torres '24
- SCC Conference Champions - 4th in a row
BASKETBALL (17-6)
- Senior Award: Kieran Driscoll '24
HOCKEY (8-12-2)
- Senior Award: Mike Prestash '24
INDOOR TRACK & FIELD
- Senior Award: Hunter Feitel '24
- SCC Champions - 3rd in a row
- Class L State Champions - 2nd in a row
SWIMMING (3-8)
- Senior Award: Nate Brasky '24
RIFLE (3-3)
- Senior Award: Holden Riley '24
WRESTLING (13-0)
- Senior Award: Anthony Basile '24
- SCC Champions - 7th in a row
- Class L State Champions - 4th in a row
- State Open Champions - 3rd in a row
- New England Runner-up
- 2x National Champion - Raekwon Shabazz '24
BASEBALL (10-11)
- Senior Award: Brayden Lobo '24
GOLF (13-0)
- Senior Award: John Thompson '24
- SCC Co-Champions
- Div. I State Champions
LACROSSE (9-9)
- Senior Award: Bobby Zdrojeski '24
OUTDOOR TRACK & FIELD (5-5)
- Senior Award: Jack Larkin '24
- SCC Champions - 2nd in a row
- Class L State Champions - 2nd in a row
- State Open Runner-up
TENNIS (9-8)
- Coaches Award: Will Despres '24
- SCC Division Champions
ULTIMATE (22-9)
- Senior Award: Simon Cordes '24
- New England Prep School Tournament Champions
- State Runner-up
VOLLEYBALL (12-9)
- Senior Award: Garrett Reed '24 & Akshat Tonk '24
ALUMNI UPDATES
NEW Alumni Spotlight: Provide some detail on you or a classmate, your family, career and accomplishments. Your info will be shared with students in the main hallway and on other school media outlets. Click here to submit your spotlight today! For more information contact [email protected].
IN MEMORIAM
- Paul Maloney '69.
- Elaine Smith & E. David Smith. Mother and Father of Mike Smith '78, Pete Smith '79, Geoff Smith '81, Maggie Smith M '82, and Stephen Smith '83.
- Thomas Furtado '79. He passed away in 2019.
- Raffelina Leone. Mother of Laure Leone Carey M '72, David Leone '73, Mother in Law Cathy Gayeski Leone M '73, and Grandmother of Anthony Leone '06. CLICK HERE to read the full obituary.
Each month we remember those who have died recently and those who are called to our attention. Please keep them, their families, and friends in your prayers. The full list of alumni faculty and staff memorials is on the webpage at MEMORIALS.
MORE XAVIER NEWS & CONNECTIONS
XAVIER HIGH SCHOOL PRAYER - read at the close of school each day
Loving Father,We ask you to protect the students, faculty and staff at Xavier High School.Guide us to salvation by following the example of Jesus Christ, your Son.Inspire us with your grace, to seek both academic success and spiritual wisdom as we use your gifts and talents in service to others.Help us to find the strength and passion to be leaders and pioneers like Theodore James Ryken, the Xaverian Brothers and those who founded our school.May we, in turn, accept the challenge to spread the Word of God and make the world a better place for all people.We ask this, through Christ, our Lord. AmenSaint Francis Xavier pray for us. - Chris Danko '11 and Francis Rowland '11 Xavier High School is part of the Xaverian Brothers Sponsored Schools (XBSS) network of thirteen high and middle schools in the United States. To learn more about the XBSS Network go to xbss.org.
CONTACT US
Xavier High School Alumni & Development 181 Randolph Road Middletown CT 06457
Rich Feitel, Director, 860-346-7735 x732, [email protected]Greg Jaskot '00, Associate Director, 860-346-7735 x733, [email protected]Suzanne Berry M '83, P'18, Office Manager, 860 346 7735 x737, [email protected]
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