Pictured above: Local alumni teamed with current Falcons to provide meals at a fundraising soup supper to benefit the St. Vincent de Paul Soup Kitchen.
PHILANTHROPY ADVISOR
We wanted to share some exciting news with you about Falcon Giving Days. This year, we're doing something a little different and rolling out Falcon Giving Month in December. Throughout the month, you'll hear from various members of our community, including faculty, staff, administrators, and Board Members, about why they believe in supporting Xavier.
Xavier has been providing a top-notch education for young men for over 60 years. Our focus on the whole person--mind, body, and spirit--has helped shape countless leaders who make a positive impact in their communities. Your support plays a crucial role in fostering the growth of each young man who walks our halls.
We believe in the power of potential and strive to provide an inspirational teaching and learning environment that prepares our students for success after graduation. Our donors exemplify the importance of using our talents in service of others, and we are proud to count them as part of our Xavier community.
Thank you for your continued support, and we look forward to celebrating Falcon Giving Month with you this December.
AROUND & ABOUT
- Will Levis ’18 dazzles in his NFL debut. Levis has been named the starter for the Tennessee Titans. Read about his impressive appearance against the Atlanta Falcons here. Did you know that Xavier is the ONLY high school in the country with two quarterbacks on NFL rosters.
- We have a proud tradition of service and servant leadership here at Xavier. Click here to learn more about some of the service work our Falcons are doing in the local community.
- The cross country team had another successful fall campaign. The team finished third at the New England Championships and Jack Ouellette earned All-New England honors. The squad also captured their fifth straight Class L state title in October.
- The soccer team continued its winning ways, taking home their third straight SCC Championship earlier this month.
- In late September, Xavier High School freshman Redmond Day traveled with his mother and older brother to Raleigh, North Carolina to attend the Kids on Bluegrass Program for mandolin during the International Bluegrass Music Association's (IBMA) World of Bluegrass week-long conference. Read about Redmond’s experience in the Tar Heel State here.
- This year, we’re rolling out a new series taking alumni, parents and potential families into our classrooms. Take a step into Mr. Markham’s AP Bio lab here.
- The SFX & Heritage Societies Reception is scheduled for December 7 at The Griswold Inn in Essex. For more information on those societies and the event please contact Liz Whitty.
- Save the date! The Kohs Basketball Tournament is set for Wednesday, December 27 & Thursday, December 28! There will be a basketball alumni reunion during the tournament.
- Ticket sales for the 25K Cash Raffle Begin on Tuesday, January 2. Stay tuned for more information!
ALUMNI UPDATES
Justin Legere ’15 has made waves in the world of Strongman competitions. Recently, he came in fourth-place in the 2023 America's Strongest Man event held in Orlando, Florida.
Back in May, Matt Zampini ’12 won his second Sports Emmy Award working as a Content Producer on SportsCenter!
Ryan Solomon ’21 got called up from the Quinnipiac club hockey team to join the nationally-ranked Bobcats as their third goaltender last weekend again Yale. Solomon will be with the team for the rest of the semester and he’ll be wearing number 33. Read about Ryan’s story here.
NEW Alumni Spotlight: Provide some detail on you, your family, career and accomplishments. Your info will be shared with students in the main hallway, and will be shared on other school media outlets. Click here to submit your spotlight today! For more information contact [email protected].
IN MEMORIAM
Matt Natale ’88. To read the obituary, click HERE.
Joseph McCabe ’69. To read the obituary, click HERE.
Steven Fillmore ’73, brother of Skip Fillmore ’71. To read the obituary, click HERE.
Anthony Paguni ’74. To read the obituary, click HERE.
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
Go to xavierhighschool.org, and follow Xavier High School on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram and Twitter. For sports news, go to xavierfalcons.com.
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. Amen
Saint 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
Liz Whitty M ’75, 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]
