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Top/Left: Lt. Robert “Bobby” McKenna ’11, and his mother, Caroline, in front of his aircraft while at USCGA, AIM Training in New London. Bottom/Right: Matt Whitaker ’23 Valedictorian, Robert Downes, Legislative Aide to State Senator Matt Lesser, and Tyler Keithan ‘23 Salutatorian, receiving citations for their academic success at Xavier High School. Matt is attending the University of Florida, and Tyler is off to Villanova this Fall.
PHILANTHROPY ADVISOR
Your Xavier High School philanthropy advisors have a new name. We are now the Alumni & Development team. We will offer you monthly ideas and suggestions on ways you can make tax-wise, and thoughtful investment choices in your Xavier High School. If you have specific questions be in touch directly. Our contact information in at the bottom of ENEWS.
When considering how you can influence your favorite causes there are two directions you can consider. Current use charitable gifts are donations that organizations can use right away to support their immediate needs and ongoing programs. When you make a current use gift, the organization can use the money or resources to make an impact now. These gifts are like a helping hand right when it is needed the most.
Planned gifts, on the other hand, are donations that are arranged to benefit the organization in the future. Instead of providing immediate support, these gifts are like a thoughtful investment in the organization’s long-term success. People often plan these gifts to make sure their support and their legacy continues even after they are no longer around. Long-term support is commonly made through a donor’s bequest or trust.
During these challenging times, Xavier High School needs your helping hand more than ever. Please consider making an immediate use gift to the Annual Fund by clicking HERE. Thank you.
AROUND & ABOUT
Xaverian Mission Emersion. The school is being readied for a new school year with Xaverian mission and values propositions posted through the hallways. A deeper focus on Xavier High School’s spiritual framework will be more evident this Fall. Come back for a tour of this and other improvements.
Xavier Alumni, Family & Friends Cluster Meetings. Starting in September, CT Alumni, Family & Friends will be invited to a cluster meeting of the Xavier community to hear about current news from our new President Rick Misenti, Xavier Class of ’72. Please watch for your invitation, and ask others to join you when attending these important gatherings to discuss the future of the school.
Two NFL Quarterbacks at Xavier in July. Tim Boyle ’13, and Will Levis ’18, worked with campers at the Tim Boyle Football Camp in July. For photos go to Xavier High School on Facebook.
Xavier Leadership Institute (XLI) for seniors is the week of Aug 6-9. Alumni please let us know if you would like to join in on alumni day by contacting the Alumni & Development team at 860 346 7735 x737.
2023 Alumni Golf Classic is Friday, September 8, 2023, at Portland Golf Course. See you in September.
Class of '68 55th Reunion is on Sat, Sept 9, 2023 at 5pm at Cafe Luna, Cromwell CT. For more information contact Rusty Larson, Bill Huff, Paul Ulatowski or Ed Burke at [email protected]rg.
Annual Grandparent Mass for all Xavier families at the start of school is Sunday, Sept 10, at 10am in the Arthur Kohs Gymnasium. Light refreshments will follow along with information for a new season. The entire Xavier High School community is invited to come back to celebrate Mass together.
Class of ’83 40th Reunion is Fri, Sept 15, and Sat, Sept 16. For more information contact Greg Jaskot at [email protected].
ALUMNI UPDATES
Matt Borowitz ’21 is a licensed financial representative with Northwest Mutual in Albany NY. With an anticipated college graduation of May 2025, Matt plans to pursue his graduate degree immediately afterward. While at Xavier, Matt was on the freshman lacrosse team. He participated in the Empower Leadership program and was active in National Honor Society, and the Spanish and Social Studies Honor Societies.
Alumni Directory: Update your information for the Alumni Directory by contacting the Alumni & Development team at [email protected]. If you wish to be included in ENEWS with an alumni update send your contact information, and a brief message regarding your current activities.
IN MEMORIUM
Benjamin Hallums, father of Bernie ’81. To read the click HERE.
Judith Misenti, mother of James ’81, Joseph ’83, and Jeffrey ’86, and grandmother of Dylan ’22, and Spencer ’23. To read the obituary click HERE.
Jean Genovesio, mother of Mark ’75. To read the obituary click HERE.
Nicolo “Nicholas” Saraceno, grandfather of David ’22. To read the obituary click HERE.
Joan Donohue (McGovern), mother of former Principal Brendan Donohue, and grandmother of Brendan ’19. To read the obituary click HERE.
Mark Katuzney ’67. To read the obituary click HERE.
Xavier recently learned of the passing of the following alumni:
Richard D. Doyle ’71 in 2020. To read the obituary click HERE.
Kevin Wall ’83 in 2021. To read the obituary click HERE.
Brian Cushing '83 in 2015. To read the obituary click HERE.
Colin Maroney ’83 in 2014. To read the obituary click HERE.
Kenneth Babbitt ’83, brother of Mark ’81, in 2022. 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 Xavier High School on Linked In, 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, Office Manager, 860 346 7735 x737 [email protected]
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