Alumni Association
Forever True
February, 2022
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Teutonia Mannerchor Alumni Luncheon
The first alumni luncheon of the new year will be March 22, 2022. You can call Jim Eberz (412) 445-4446 or Don Gruber (412) 874-2906. The cost of the luncheon has not been set for 2022 but is payable at the door with soft drinks and beer costing extra.
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Save the Date: Saturday, April 30, 2022. Plans are getting started for the 35th Trojan Triumph Auction. Stay tuned for more details.
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Nominations are open for the Hall of Fame Class of 2022
The Hall of Fame is always seeking nominations for induction. Do you know a classmate who has done charitable works that deserves recognition? Someone who is worthy of accolades for their work in the community? Someone who has done a lot for North Catholic?
We know there that there are distinguished graduates who deserve a place in the school's hall of fame. Please nominate them. Remember that this is not just a sports hall of fame. You can go to the school website for complete details. If you have questions contact us here and we will pass it along to the committee. Please note that nominations are only good for three years, but they can be renewed. Nominate someone today.
Note: nominations received after May 1st will be considered for the 2023 induction class.
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Alumni Spotlight
Mid Term Teacher Quiz
The Results
The results are in for our mid term teacher quiz and this proved to be the most difficult teacher test. Most alum could identify one or two teachers at most. It is interesting to note that most guesses came from 50's and 60's alumni. Joe Mielnicki ('58) identified Howard McGinn and Joe Janczak. Howard McGinn was most often identified. Bob Kriebel ('55) said, "he was our guidance counselor." Al Young ('67) said, "the only one I recognize is my uncle, Howard McGinn." Keith Cox ('75) said, "A few of the photos look familiar, but F is Ron Hughes the renowned Earth Science teacher who was also a pretty good football coach." Dennis Ferris ('66) recognized Joe Janczak and added, "He beat the heck out of me my freshman year." Karl Schmitt ('60) identified William Garvey. Maggie Kutschbach Bailey ('04) said, "Gosh, I feel I should know A ... feel like she was there when I was, but I can't remember her name! And L is Sister Val." Ed Scheid ('69) and former principal was able to identify the most teachers since he worked with them. He didn't know Howard McGinn, Joe Janczak, and Bill Garvey, commenting, "no clue - someone pre 1965?"
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Transcript Information
Alums who need a high school transcript should note that the process has changed.
Alumni from 1939-2013 should contact Diocesan Archives at (412) 456-3158 for a copy of your transcript.
Alumni from 2014-present should go to northcatholic.org under the Alumni tab and download the request form.
Memories Available
The alumni office has some past editions of the yearbooks. If you can't find yours from senior year, we may be able to help. Not all years are available and supply is limited. Contact us here for information. NOTE: while there is no charge for the yearbook, we do ask that you make a donation to the school.
Some people who have requested yearbooks in the past year have never followed up when informed that a book was available. Those books have gone back into the archives. If you were one of those people, you will have to ask us to pull it back out of the archives.
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Engagements
Weddings
Congratulations to Raequel Fabio ('94) on her marriage to Mark Behanna.
Congratulations to Chris Davis ('99) and his new bride, Diane on their recent nuptials.
Births
Congratulations to Jenn Turba Boag ('03) and her husband on the birth of their daughter, Eleanor Josephine.
Congratulations to Sheree Davis Strayer ('01) and her husband on the birth of their daughter, Mackenzie Anne.
Rest in Peace
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Last month we inadvertently inserted the wrong photo for Dan Laughlin. Our sincerest apologies to the Laughlin family for this error. Dan was from Annunciation parish and was quarterback of the football team which lost only one game his senior year. He went on to the University of Dayton. |
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Request for Prayers
Continued prayers for the following alumni:
Ken Marx ('59)
Denise Enzerra ('82)
Connie Cahill ('59)
Bob Rathke ('59)
Bill Niederst ('59)
Gary Tevis ('68)
Fred Arden ('59) and his wife
Bill Biel ('70)
Don Lewis ('57)
Fr Bill Seifert ('57)
Art Heiles ('64)
Frank Mayer ('44)
Stanley Lozowski ('53)
Frank Balestrieri's ('73) wife Suanne
Fr. Michael Caridi ('86)
Dan McCann ('53)
Dave McNally ('81)
General Michael Hayden ('63)
James Brennan ('46)
Harmer Weichel ('48)
Fr. Michael Ackerman ('02)
Dick Scherer ('53)
Dan Straka ('58) and his wife
Bill Miller ('93)
Marty Caridi ('83)
Peter Ferraro ('61)
Brooke Sturgis ('20)
Rich Andolina ('64)
Let us know of any alumni who should be included in our prayers by sending us an email by clicking here.
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Flashback Photo
Last Month's Flashback
This a picture from the 2002 yearbook. The school musical that year was "Annie Get Your Gun." Pictured here is Annie Claffey who had the title role.
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There were only two responses to the photo. Maggie Kutschbach Bailey ('04) and Ms Beth Young (NC teacher) identified Annie correctly. Ms Young was the director of "Annie Get Your Gun that year."
This Month's Flashback
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Take a close look at this picture - that's the Militellos on the right, but who are all those guys and just what group do they represent? What is the reason the Militellos are in this picture?
Help us out by sending your guesses here.
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Class Notes
The display case just inside the entrance to the school houses memorabilia from the school's history. There is also North Catholic apparel available.
You can check out the NC gear in the spirit shop by clicking here.
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Calling all North Catholic Hemingways, Shakespeares, and Christies
The school library has been gifted some books written by NC alums. If you are an author and would like to donate a copy of your work to the school, let us know here.
Congratulations to Vinnie Borrelli ('91) for writing a book Personal Prosperity Blueprint. Vinnie gifted North Catholic with a copy of his book. Many thanks to Maj. Gen. William J. Mall, Jr. ('50), Denny Cribbins ('65) and John Mikulan ('65) for sending copies of their books to North Catholic.
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Class of 1949
Joe Nowak visits North Catholic and NC President Joe Wilson ('91).
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Class of 1957
Bob Berenda wants you to check out the news in the reunion section about a summer class picnic.
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Class of 1958
Jim "Fuz" Fuscaldo and his wife Mary celebrate their 59th wedding anniversary.
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Class of 1964
That's Chuck Struhar and his wife toasting the new year.
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Class of 1967
John Schmidt sent these two photos of him and Chuck Schillinger who have been close friends for 58+ years, starting in freshmen year.
After graduation Chuck started his career in manufacturing ending as a Boeing Executive.
John enlisted in the USMC, serving in Vietnam as a Rifleman / Vietnamese Interpreter ending as a Ernst & Young Executive.
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Class of 1976
Joe Geiger ('76) and his father (Joe, Sr) took a father-son 1,500 mile "Road Trip" that included stops at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, Dayton Ohio, The Ark Encounter, Williamstown , KY, Makers Mark Distillery, Loretto, Ky,, the Grand Ole Opry, Nashville, TN. (Joe's sons, Jeff & Dan joined them), and the Jack Daniels Distillery, Lynchburg, TN.
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Class of 1977
That's Bill Oberst with his wife Maggie Keefe Oberst ('78) ringing in the new year.
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Dan Mieczkowski keeps fit with a strong workout |
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Class of 1980
That's Sharon Yuretich Pietrone with her kids: Amanda ('06), Nick ('13), and Kristy ('08)
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Class of 1981
Dale Mangold is all smiles as 2022 rolls in.
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Class of 1983
Mike Burnham and his wife ring in 2022 with a toast.
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OMG!!! Did we error on this one. That is Amy Larkin Palmer doing a little tailgating before some football. BUT THAT'S NOT HER HUSBAND! That guy is Mark Marazewski ('84) who was with them tailgating. |
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Class of 1986
Eric Bartolowits and his son celebrate a birthday together.
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Class of 1992
Myles Rooney works on his music.
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Class of 1994
Val O'Laughlin Senko and her husband take a break after a hike.
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Carolee Shearer enjoys the ice sculpture with a thumbs up. |
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Check out the article about Shawn Pennington's latest venture. You can read it here.
Meet the Behanna's: Raequel Fabio and her husband, Mark
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Tana Trimbur is ready for the cold weather. |
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Class of 1995
Tom Baginski and his daughter enjoy a day out together.
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Robb Duty and his family show us their latest family picture. |
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Class of 1997
Lyndsay Jessop Stuja and her family were ready for some Steeler football at Christmas.
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Rene Aguglia Johnson and her husband are ready for 2022 |
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Class of 1998
Luke Ravenstahl and his son are at the airport on their way to a Steeler playoff game.
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Class of 1999
Cody Walters celebrates a date night with his wife.
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Class of 2000
Brian Papinchak and his son take in a Miami Dolphin game.
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Ian Heisel says this is proof that he and his family were awake at midnight on New Years Eve.
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Class of 2001
Mary Levy and her husband use some fireworks to announce that they are expecting.
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Class of 2002
Annie Claffey and family are all smiles in this winter picture.
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Class of 2004
Maggie Kutschbach Bailey and her family show us their holiday look.
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Ashley Mazur Binford and family were dressed and ready for some Steeler playoff action. |
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Class of 2005
Alex Dumrauf enjoys the sights in Asheville's Grove Park Inn.
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Class of 2007
Maria Nist Baker get ready to take their seats for a Penguin game.
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Class of 2009
Amanda Foote is a Broadway actress who recently appeared in "The Book of Morman." This is her professional pose.
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Caitlin Reichle shows us her look for 2022. |
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Class of 2010
Dom Massimiani and his wife celebrate at Nemacolin.
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A 30th birthday party: Emily Matschner wears a sash as she celebrates her 30th with friends Missy Hunkele Davis, Emily Murtha, and Shayla Mitrik. |
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Class of 2011
Congratulations to Dr. Mark Wahl as he completed his Doctorate program in Psychology at Chatham University. Mark resides in Washington DC.
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Class of 2012
Angela Nowacki was a bridesmaid at her sister's wedding in Savannah, Georgia.
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Jordan Mitrik and his father help his sister Shayla ('10) celebrate her 30th birthday. |
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Cassie Hollihan and her little boy get ready for "Trolls Live." |
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Class of 2014
Nicolette Bilicic poses on her last day of work at Giant Eagle before starting her career at PPG Architectural Coatings.
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Bailie Synan gives his nephew a ride. |
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Teresa Yanicko was a bridesmaid for her friend's wedding at the Duquesne Club. |
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Class of 2017
Kenny Fukon is the leading scorer for basketball conference leader Penn State Behrend. Kenny is averaging 18.9 poits per game as well as 8.1 rebounds.
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If you know an alum who doesn't get the newsletter and would like to receive it, send us their email address and we will add them to the distribution list. Just send it here.
Thanks to Carmen DiGiacomo ('59), John Schmidt ('57), Al Young ('67), Joe Geiger ('76), Amy Larkin Palmer ('83), Raequel abio Behanna ('94), Amanda Foote ('09), Mark Wahl ('11), James Fuscaldo ('58), Jim Eberz ('64), Bob Gaertner ('57), and Jen Turba Boag ('03) for sending information and pictures to us.
If you have news/photos you want to share with classmates, send them to alumni news.
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ALL reunion updates will ALSO be available on the school's website, northcatholic.org or by clicking here!
NC Class of 1957
Wednesday, June 22nd is the date for the 65th year stag reunion. Bob Gaertner and the committee are getting things together for a great time. If you need more information, you can contact Bob at 412-364-0103, Bob Berenda at 412-486-7019 or Bob Meinert at 412-377-7610. If you don't want to talk to any of the Bobs, try Larry Mull at 412-366-5419 or Jim Rouda at 412-322-8337.
NC Class of 1990
Martin Miller and Leah Vaughan Quigley are still hoping to organize a class reunion in late summer. Keep an eye out for some news
NC Class of 1992
NC Class of 1996
Lori Munsch Klein and Chrissy Shraeder are trying to get a 25th reunion together. Unfortunately the response has been slow. They have set up a form you can link to here. Also you can can email them information and questions here.
NC Class of 2002
A 20 year reunion is being planned for June 4, 2022. More details to follow.
The classes of 2012, 1997, and 1972 will celebrate their 10th, 25th, and 50th this year. Let us know about reunion plans so we can spread the word.
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Military Legacy Scholarship
North Catholic has a Military Legacy Scholarship in honor of all alumni who have served in our nation’s military forces. The goal is to provide a $1,000.00 scholarship annually. To date we have raised over $30,000 to fund this annual scholarship. The scholarship is awarded annually to the student provided certain benchmarks are met. Every 4 years (or sooner) it is awarded to an incoming 9th grade student. Molly Burke ('24) is the recipient of the scholarship.
If you wish, you may make a contribution in someone's honor/memory. Donations can be made by sending checks payable to North Catholic, write "North Catholic Military Scholarship" in the memo, and mail to:
North Catholic High School
1617 Route 228
Cranberry Township, PA 16066
ATTN: Development Office
The John Latulippe Memorial Scholarship
The John Latuilippe Memorial Scholarship has been awarded to Gabriel Grindstaff - NC class of 2024. Thank you to all who have donated.
Class of 1959 Scholarship
The NCHS Class of 1959 Scholarship Fund has awarded $4,900 Scholarships for the 2021-22 School Year to Brianna Venturella and Shay Straub.
The Fund has awarded scholarships totaling $82,800 to nine recipients since the inception of the Fund. Contributions to the Fund can be made at any time and should be sent to the North Catholic Foundation, North Catholic High School, ATTN: Class of 1959 Scholarship Fund, 1617 Route 228, Cranberry Township, PA 16066.
Class of 1965 Legacy Scholarship
The Class of 1965 Legacy Scholarship continues to grow. To date, our classmates have raised over $45,000 in donations and pledges. Special shout out goes to the newest member of the North Catholic Hall of Fame, ART MURPHY for his $10,000 donation. Also a big thank you to ED KOSS for his generous donation.
The award for the 2021-2022 school year have been made to juniors Thomas Zizan and Kaitlyn Kenaan. They are children of NC alums Dan Kenaan ('91) and Julie Rogalla ('87) and received $1,000 each to help with tuition. Both students were on the honor roll last year.
We need the help of our classmates to grow the scholarship fund. If we can get more of our classmates to step up and help keep our legacy scholarship fund growing, there is no end to what the money can do to help a student to get the great education that North provided to us and continues to do so today. No contribution is too small. If you have questions, feel free to contact Bob Colbert ([email protected]) or Walt Quinn ([email protected])
Some of our classmates are committing to making a monthly donation. JOHN MIKULAN is the latest classmate to set up a monthly contribution. They join a number of fellow classmates including Wayne Young, Walt Quinn, and Bob Colbert who have been making a small monthly donation for the past three years that is put on their credit card. As Bob said, "it's less that the cost of a bottle of wine." If you would like to contribute a small monthly amount via your credit card, contact Amber Nicotra Morrison to set it up.
John Mikulan is also donating 20% of the royalties from his book, The Bark of the Day to the fund.
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Kathy Monti Memorial Scholarship
Special thanks to all who donated to the Kathy Hickey Monti (’75) scholarship. More than $20,000 has been raised to help provide financial support for a young woman who possesses the same leadership qualities that Kathy demonstrated in her life. A member of the first co-ed class at North, Kathy was a leader among her peers, becoming the first captain of North's first women's basketball team. Later she was named Assistant Basketball Coach, who along with Coach Don Barth (’51), led the Trojanettes to win multiple state championships. In 2017, just before her death, Kathy was voted unanimously into the North Catholic Hall of Fame. Kathy will long be remembered for her impact on hundreds of lives as a teacher, an assistant basketball coach and female role model for girls. If you'd like to donate, please click here or checks can be sent payable to North Catholic with "Kathy Monti Scholarship Fund" in the Memo and mailed to North Catholic High School, 1617 Route 228, Cranberry Township, PA 16066.
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NC Class of 1953 Scholarship
A huge thank you to everyone who recently donated to the North Catholic Class of 1953 Scholarship. More than $26,000 has been raised. Thank you to all who made a generous gift.
As Vince Brogan wrote in a message to his class:
"Think of the impact such a Scholarship Fund would have as a legacy for our class.
I believe it was Chester Nimitz during War II stated about the US military in battle "All gave some, but some gave all". I would encourage all to give some. Keep in mind, that a lot of small drops fill the bucket."
Brig. Gen. Regis F.A. Urschler, USAF (Ret.) also wrote a personal letter to his North Catholic Classmates, their families and widows titled "Only In America." His message as follows:
Bernard "Baldy" Regan was known for many leadership attributes one of which was his evaluation of life here in the United States.
I recall reading his obituary in a column in a Pittsburgh newspaper after his death which described his personality, his evaluation of our Country, its opportunities and the impact he had on our community..."Only In America"! Baldy saw and evaluated life's realities and the opportunities offered "ONLY IN AMERICA”.
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Thanks to many of you, our list of alumni who have served in our nation's military services has grown to almost 1,500. We thank all of you who have taken the time to help us with this endeavor. If you know of someone who should be on the list, please let us know. We will always appreciate your efforts to help us update this honor roll of our alumni.
Thank you to all of our alumni for their service to our country!
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North Catholic students participated in this year's March for Life. |
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The North Catholic Girls Basketball team recently completed a shoe drive fundraiser and collected over 2,700 pairs of shoes through their families and friends, local churches, and neighborhoods. The shoes collected will go directly to small business owners or micro-enterprises in 25 different developing countries where they are sold in their local community. The shoes provide opportunities for micro-entrepreneurs to support their families and create a path out of poverty.
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Members of the Robotics Team, 5740, were able to experience two different STEM opportunities recently. First, they went to Neya Robotics. Mr. Formica, a North Catholic parent, is the president of Neya Robotics and invited the team for a tour of their facility. The team was able to see various utility vehicles that have been outfitted with autonomous capabilities.
They also ventured to Total Equipment Company, a business that services large pumps that support local industry, and they were able to see their production and repair floors.
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In the Classroom
Students in Mr. Petrella's engineering class took on the challenge of creating windmills. They used the skills they've learned in class this year to figure out ways to convert the wind into electric energy. The windmills have withheld the strong winds that are incurred on campus, so the students were successful with their designs.
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Students in Ms. Myron's AP Government and Politics class recently completed a unit on the judicial branch by participating in a mock Supreme Court case. After researching New York State Rifle & Pistol Assocation, Inc. v. Bruen (a case recently heard in front of the real Supreme Court), students participated in a mock court as lawyers and justices. Lawyers had to prepare and present oral arguments, while justices asked questions and wrote majority/dissenting opinions.
The AP Government students also had the opportunity to hear attorney Christopher Capozzi speak about a recent case he argued in front of the U.S. Court of Appeals. Students were able to ask him questions and hear stories from his impressive career.
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Trojan Basketball
The Trojans headed into the last weekend of January with 15-1 record following a 81 - 49 victory over Keystone Oaks. Max Hurray paced the Trojans with 18 points and Andrew Maddalon added 17. The boys are ranked #3 in class 4A.
Sophomore Max Hurray scored 20 points to lead the Trojans to a 67-59 victory over Pine Richland in the Don Graham Classic. Max Rottman scored 17 and Andrew Maddalon added 15.
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Trojanette Basketball
The Trojanettes are 11-4 and undefeated in their section. Their only losses this season have been to teams in higher classifications.
The Trojanettes are still the #1 team in class 3A as ranked by the Trib and the PG.
In the Don Graham Classic, Dacia Lewandowski scored 27 points and Alayna Rocco added 24 to lead the Trojanettes to a 76-53 win over Pine Richland.
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Trojan Football
The WPIAL realignment for the 2022 - 2023 fall sports season has been completed and the Trojans will move to Class 4A. They will compete in section 2 against Armstrong, Hampton, Highlands, Indiana, Kiski Area, and Mars.
Hockey
The Trojan Icemen are the #2 ranked team in Class 1A.
Swimming
Maggie Foley is the top diver in 2A. The WPIAL Championships will be held at North Allegeheny at the end of the month.
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Planned giving is a wonderful way to prepare for the day we depart this life and enter into God's kingdom. By planning ahead, you can provide opportunities to young men and women by supporting North Catholic. Planned giving allows us to help continue the work of Christ and pass on our traditions and Catholic Marianist values. Gifts can be specified in one's will as either a dollar amount of a stated percentage of one's estate. A growing number of alumni have taken this step and discovered a great sense of joy and satisfaction that they are helping families. If you are interested in finding out more, please click here or contact Amber Nicotra Morrison in the Development Office at [email protected].
For where your treasure is, there your heart will be also.
Luke 12:34
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Online giving to North Catholic is fast, secure and easy!
Because tuition alone does not fully cover the cost of educating our students, we are grateful for every gift made to the Annual Fund, Capital Campaign, Scholarships and various fundraisers. Every gift benefits our students and stays at North Catholic.
Please accept our deepest gratitude on behalf of the young men and women who will benefit most from your generosity.
EVERY gift stays at North Catholic.
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Shop Amazon and Support North |
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Please consider supporting North students while shopping online!
North Catholic High School is now fully registered and eligible for your support through AMAZON!
Just click the link below and choose North Catholic High School
to receive the .5% donation on all of your Amazon purchases.
As always, thank you for your continued support!
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SEND YOUR TAX DOLLARS TO NORTH CATHOLIC INSTEAD OF HARRISBURG!
Taxpayers can opt to have 90% of their tax liability given to North Catholic High School or the private school of their choice through the EITC (Educational Improvement Tax Credit) Program. Funds directed to North Catholic from this program directly support scholarships for students.
The Educational Improvement Tax Credit (EITC) and the Opportunity Scholarship Tax Credit (OSTC) are two programs that can make it possible for many students to receive a Catholic education.
Interested in more information? Contact Amber in the Development/Alumni Office at 412-321-4823, x 529 or [email protected]
Watch this short video to learn more how easy it really is!
Many thanks to our generous EITC contributors:
FLYNN'S TIRE GROUP
FIRST NATIONAL BANK OF PA
GILMICHER GROUP
GRANT STREET GROUP
HAND & UPPER EX CENTER
HUNTINGTON BANK
THE LYNCH LAW GROUP, LLC
MAHER DUESSEL
MONARK STUDENT TRANSPORTATION COMPANY
THERMOFLO EQUIPMENT CO., INC.
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With over 14,000 graduates world-wide, we strive to spread as much news as we can! If you have personal news, accomplishments, ideas about topics, articles, stories or alumni profiles for our newsletter, please reach out to Newsletter Editor Walter Quinn, NC '65 at [email protected] or share them with us at [email protected].
North Catholic High School
1617 Route 228
Cranberry Township, PA 16066
Thank you for your continued support!
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