Monthly Newsletter

Please Click For A Fall Blessing From Father Frank Lennie

Greetings!

As autumn brings golden leaves, crisp mornings, and the beauty of a new season, we are reminded of the many blessings that make the DePaul Catholic community so special.

To our alumni, thank you for remaining an important part of the Spartan family. Your generosity, encouragement, and continued support help strengthen our community and preserve the DePaul Catholic tradition for future generations.

As we embrace the season, may we find joy in new beginnings, strength in our shared purpose, and countless reasons to be grateful. May the months ahead be filled with meaningful moments, lasting memories, and opportunities to make a difference.

Wishing the entire DePaul Catholic community a beautiful fall filled with happiness, good health, and Spartan pride.

Go Spartans!

Respectfully yours,

Kelly Abner

Advancement Officer

Email: abnerk@dpchs.org

Phone: (973) 694-3702 Ext. 656

The Annual Appeal

(2026-2027)

ATTENTION, PLEASE CHECK YOUR MAILBOX!

The 2026-2027 Annual Appeal Booklet is coming soon to you!

Please click below to review this year's Annual Appeal.

Annual Appeal Booklet

Fall Days of Giving

MONDAY, NOVEMBER 30th TUESDAY, DECEMBER 1st

SAVE THE DATE!

As part of our Fall Days of Giving, the DePaul Catholic Fund is the primary way parents, grandparents, alumni, and friends support our school and its mission.

Your generosity helps ensure that DePaul Catholic students enjoy an extraordinary educational experience rooted in our Roman Catholic faith and Vincentian traditions. Together, we foster academic excellence, faith formation, vibrant co-curricular activities, and a deep commitment to community service. Your gift makes a difference!

Contributions to the DePaul Catholic Fund support several important areas of need, including:

Tuition Assistance: Academic Merit Scholarships and our Adopt-A-Student Program
Capital Improvements & Repairs: Enhancing and maintaining our campus and facilities
Unrestricted Giving: Addressing the school’s most pressing needs and priorities

We invite you to join us in making this year’s Fall Days of Giving a success. Every gift, regardless of size, makes a meaningful impact on our students and strengthens the DePaul Catholic community. Together, we can make an extraordinary difference in the lives of our students.

Thank you for your generosity, your commitment, and your continued support of DePaul Catholic!

Save The Date

Celebrate the Magic of the Holiday Season here at DePaul Catholic!

Enjoy dazzling holiday decorations, the joyful sounds of Christmas carols, unique finds from holiday vendors, exciting raffles, food trucks, and wonderful prizes. There may even be a little extra magic in the air with a special guest appearance straight from the North Pole!

Gather your family and friends, embrace the spirit of the season, and kick off the holidays with an unforgettable evening of community, celebration, and Christmas cheer.

All payments are accepted at the door, including cash, check, credit card, and Venmo. We can’t wait to celebrate the most wonderful time of the year with you at DePaul Catholic!

Alumni Scholars Program

DePaul Catholic High School is proud to celebrate the generosity of its alumni and friends who help make Catholic education possible for deserving students. Through the Alumni Scholars Program, members of the DePaul community come together to help students with financial need access the academic opportunities, faith formation, and extracurricular experiences that define the DePaul Catholic experience.

The program provides scholarship assistance to qualified students whose families may otherwise find a DePaul education financially challenging. By contributing to the program, alumni and friends help open doors for students to grow academically, spiritually, and personally while becoming part of the DePaul Catholic family.

Recently, DePaul Catholic welcomed John Simonelli, Class of 1963, back to campus. During his visit, John became the newest sponsor of the Alumni Scholars Program, continuing the proud tradition of alumni giving back to the school that helped shape their lives. His generosity reflects the enduring bond between DePaul Catholic and its graduates, demonstrating how the Spartan spirit continues across generations.

We are deeply grateful to John and to all our Alumni Scholars sponsors whose support helps make a DePaul Catholic education possible for more students. Their generosity strengthens our community and ensures that future generations have the opportunity to experience all that DePaul has to offer.

Join our Alumni Scholars Program today by contacting the Advancement Team at advancement@dpchs.org.

The 1956 Monthly Donor Club

Become a part of the DePaul Catholic’s legacy by joining the 1956 Monthly Donor Club, inspired by the year our school was founded. Become part of a dedicated community of supporters helping shape DePaul Catholic’s future through monthly gifts of $19.56 or $195.60.

Your recurring gift provides reliable support for academic excellence, student opportunities, and the ongoing needs that keep our school strong.

Every month makes a difference. Your generosity helps ensure DePaul Catholic students have the resources and support they need to thrive.

Join the 1956 Monthly Donor Club today and help carry DePaul Catholic’s tradition of excellence into the future!

DONATE TODAY!

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Capital Improvements & Repairs

There are many ways to support DePaul Catholic students and strengthen our school community. Your generosity makes a lasting difference!

The New Flag Pole Renovation Project:

This summer, DePaul Catholic completed the Flag Pole Renovation Project at Alumni Field as part of our campus beautification project.

The two new flagpoles, standing 30 and 50 feet tall, create a striking visual landmark, highlighted by a 12-by-18-foot American flag that proudly flies above the field.

A new concrete base completes the display, which features the American flag, the DePaul Catholic school crest, and the Spartan head flag, creating a powerful symbol of school pride and patriotism.

We extend our heartfelt thanks to the Niemiec family (Classes of ’08 and ’17), the Brophy family (Classes of ’79, ’06, ’07, ’08, ’13, and ’15), and N.C.N. Construction, Inc. for their generous contributions, time, and dedication in bringing this project to life.

Your support and Spartan pride are truly appreciated!

The Boys' & Girls' Locker Room Renovation Project:

Girls’ Locker Room & Gymnasium Storage Project

Please help us renovate the girls’ locker room with new toilets and modern lockers while creating much-needed athletic equipment storage beneath the cafeteria-side balcony.

All proceeds from boys’ locker sales will support the girls’ locker room renovation.

Thank you for helping us improve our campus and enhance the student experience!

If you would like to dedicate a locker, please donate below or contact our Advancement Team for more information.

PURCHASE YOUR LOCKER TODAY!

Class Reunions

Alumni Weekend: The Class of 1976's 50th Reunion &

The Class of 1996's 30th Reunion

This Fall, DePaul Catholic proudly welcomed the Classes of 1976 and 1996 back to 1512 Alps Road for Alumni Weekend, celebrating the 50th reunion of the Class of 1976 and the 30th reunion of the Class of 1996.

On Friday, October 9, both classes were recognized during a pregame ceremony at the Spartans’ home football game against Pope John XXIII Regional High School. Class of 1976 alumni Joseph Lozito, Michael Ward, and John Dale joined our Senior Captains on the field for the coin toss on their Senior Night.

On Saturday, the Class of 1976 continued its 50th reunion celebration with Mass in DePaul’s chapel, followed by an evening of cherished memories, delicious food, and laughter. More than 100 alumni gathered for a memorable class photo in the gymnasium.

We are grateful to both classes for returning to campus and celebrating the lasting bonds that make the DePaul Catholic community so special!

The 1976 Wrestling Team Memorial Scholarship Fund

We are proud to establish the new DePaul Catholic Class of 1976 Wrestling Memorial Scholarship Fund, honoring the wrestlers and coach whose lives, character, and accomplishments helped shape our championship wrestling tradition.

Annual Scholarship Award

The fund will provide an annual $2,000 scholarship to one eligible rising senior wrestler, recognizing dedication, perseverance, sportsmanship, and Spartan pride.

Honoring Those We Remember

Al Isnardi — 101 lbs. | Deceased 2021
A 1976 Passaic County Tournament champion, remembered as “small in stature but big in spirit.”
Sean Mulligan — 115 lbs. | Deceased 2017
A 1976 county tournament runner-up, known for his toughness, competitive spirit, and lifelong friendships.
Dean Ricciardi — 170 lbs. | Deceased 2005
Remembered for his strength, generosity, and heart of gold.
Andy Bounpastore — Heavyweight | Deceased 2019
A hardworking competitor whose bond with Coach Sparacio helped shape his character and potential.
Coach Tony Sparacio | Deceased 2003
A mentor who instilled discipline, hard work, and excellence on and off the mat.

Celebrating a Championship Legacy

We also honor the accomplishments of these Spartan wrestlers:

Gene Mills — 108 lbs. DePaul’s first state wrestling champion, a two-time NCAA champion at Syracuse, and a member of the 1980 U.S. Olympic freestyle wrestling team.
Rick Warren — 135 lbs. District and county champion.
Mike Napolitano — 158 lbs. County champion.

We recognize these championship teammates for their contributions to the program:

Richie Sanchez (122 lbs., Class of 1976), Michael Mulligan (129 lbs., Class of 1977), Doug Greenfield (141 lbs., Class of 1976), Mike Ward (148 lbs., Class of 1976), and Fred Soule (188 lbs., Class of 1977).

Special thanks to assistant coaches Dick Rapp and Vince Custer for their dedication to the program and its athletes.

Help Keep Their Legacy Alive

We invite alumni, families, friends, and the wrestling community to support this scholarship and invest in the future of DePaul Catholic wrestling. Every gift helps honor these remarkable individuals and support a rising senior wrestler who embodies their dedication, discipline, sportsmanship, and Spartan pride.

To contribute, click the link below and select the fund under Memorial Scholarship Funds.

Thank you for helping us honor the past and inspire future generations of Spartans.

"Once a Spartan, always a Spartan!"

DONATE TODAY!

The Class of 1966's 60th Reunion

On Friday, October 23, the DePaul Catholic Class of 1966 celebrated its 60th Class Reunion at the Best Western Plus Fairfield Executive Inn.

The evening was filled with stories from the past, laughter, cherished memories, and dancing to the great music of the ’60s, making it a truly memorable milestone celebration.

A heartfelt "thank you" to the 30+ classmates who joined us for this unforgettable Spartan reunion. 60 years later, the Spartan spirit is still going strong!

Class of 1986's

40th Reunion

Saturday,

November 14, 2026

Date: Saturday, November 14, 2026
Time: 7:00 PM–10:00 PM
Location: Lake Drive Tavern
Address: 56 Lake Drive West, Wayne, NJ 07470

Please join us for a special evening with old friends and classmates as we celebrate 40 years of memories!

Do you have a milestone reunion coming up? We are happy to host you at DePaul Catholic!

Please contact our Advancement Team for more information.

Plan Your Reunion

Alumni Spotlight

Roger Schwab

Class of 1969

Recently, Roger Schwab, Class of 1969, returned to campus to visit Coach Joe Lennon, Coach Nick Campanile, and Sister Jeanne. Roger remains actively connected to DePaul Catholic, regularly attending home football and basketball games.

Roger volunteers with the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) and has personal experience caring for his brother, who has schizophrenia. NAMI provides free support groups and educational presentations, but does not offer individual counseling. Since relocating to Passaic County, Roger has been instrumental in helping revitalize the Essex/Passaic affiliate.

Roger is also a donor to the Alumni Scholars program and has also supported a full master’s degree scholarship in psychology at William Paterson University.

Thank you, Roger, for your dedication, volunteerism, and continued commitment to strengthening our communities!

Alex Cammarata

Class of 2011

Alex Cammarata, Class of 2011, is a national news anchor with One America News Network.

Previously, he worked for NBC-affiliate NewsWest in Midland/Odessa, Texas as a sports reporter and news anchor.

In September, Alex conducted a solemn tribute, marking 25 years since the September 11th attacks.

He spoke with first responders, family members and survivors, who shared stories of loss, courage and why a nation must never forget.

Alex credits DePaul Catholic for instilling his passion for communication and faith.

Watch his newest video today!

"America Never Forgets: 25 Years Since September 11th"

In Memory Of

Douglas Schroeder

Class of 1963

We extend our heartfelt condolences to the family and loved ones of Douglas Schroeder ’63 on his passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with the Schroeder family during this difficult time.

Patricia "Patti' Foulds

Class of 1968

We send our sincere condolences to the Foulds family on the passing of Patricia “Patti” Foulds ’68. May they find comfort in the cherished memories, meaningful relationships, and lasting legacy Patti leaves behind.

David Antolowitz

Class of 1967

We send our sincere condolences to the Antolowitz family on the passing of David Antolowitz ’67. We extend our deepest sympathies to his family and loved ones during this period of mourning.

Thaddeus Kowal Sr.

Class of 1973

We offer our deepest sympathies to the family and loved ones of Thaddeus Kowal, Sr. ’73. We keep them in our thoughts and prayers and hope they find strength and comfort in the days ahead.

Gregory Geary

Class of 1978

We extend our sincere condolences to the family and loved ones of Gregory Geary ’78. May they find peace and comfort in the memories they shared and in the enduring impact of his life.

ATTENTION ALUMNI:

Share Your News With Us!

Do you have a special milestone or exciting news to share? Whether it’s a baptism, First Holy Communion, engagement, wedding, new baby, baby shower, or an upcoming adventure, we’d love to hear from you!

Please share a photo and a short write-up with our Advancement Team so we can celebrate your special moments with the entire DePaul Catholic community!