(New Lenox) - Providence Catholic High School is pleased to invite you and your family to attend the Billy Hultgen Memorial Golf Outing, which will take place on Thursday, August 9 at Gleneagles Country Club in Lemont. In March of 1995, tragedy struck the Providence Catholic community with a terrible car accident that claimed the life of Billy Hultgen. Billy was a junior at PCHS and known for his “Celtic Spirit,” generosity and positive attitude. He was a hard working student and a talented athlete. Even in death, Billy continued to display these admirable qualities by donating his organs and giving the gift of life to several strangers. In honor of this admirable young man, his family established the Billy Hultgen Memorial Fund in 1995, which donates all proceeds to benefit the education of Providence Catholic students with financial need. By participating in this event, you will be helping students in need and helping the memory of Billy to live on. If you are unable to take part in this event, but would like to help, monetary donations are welcome. For more details, visit the official website at www.donateforbilly.org.

6-22-07

Providence Catholic Band Parent’s Club to host 4th Annual Rummage Sale

(New Lenox) - Providence Catholic High School Band Parent’s Club will host their 4th Annual Rummage Sale on Thursday, June 28; Friday, June 29 and Saturday, June 30 from 8 am until 2 pm at the high school’s New Lenox campus. This COLOSSAL event will have something for everyone, including furniture, appliances, sports equipment, kids clothing, linens, toys, and so much more. Refreshments will also be available for purchase.

All proceeds from this event will benefit the Providence Catholic Band and Guard program. For further information, please visit the school’s website at www.providencecatholic.org. Providence Catholic High School is located at 1800 W. Lincoln Highway (Route 30) in New Lenox.

6-21-07

Providence Catholic High School Announces Second Semester Honor Roll

(New Lenox) – Don Sebestyen, Principal of Providence Catholic High School, is pleased to announce the school’s Second Semester Honor Roll. The honor roll includes two categories; first honors recipients must obtain a 3.51 - 4.00 G.P.A., whereas second honors students receive a 3.00 - 3.50 G.P.A. The Second Semester Honor Roll includes:

Seniors 1st Honors:

Steven Adent, Brittany Balzer, Elizabet Biggio, Mary Blatti, Robert Bordner, Scott Brown, Allison Bulow, Caitlin Casper, Brian Cichoracki, Sheila Connolly, Mary D'Aversa, Tiffany Davis, Julianne Day, Elizabeth Eichorst, Moira Gaffney, Lindsey Hall, Matthew Hammermeister, Brittany Hanrahan, Timothy Harris, Caitlin Hayes, George Hinsdale, Anne Huguelet, Jeffrey Jimenez, Andrea Klika, Larissa Kries, Andrew Kubinski, Christopher Kulpins, Valerie Lemmenes, Kayleigh Libersher, Bridget Loftus, Kristine Maday, Patrick McAuliffe, Thomas McCarthy, David Miles, Patrick Mitoraj, Maurice Moore, Conor Moran, Kelsey Morgan, Ellen Morgan, Daniel Morrissette, Daniel Murphy, Meghan Murray, Maureen Nicholson, Nicole Noonan, Timothy O'Donnell, Jennifer O'Hare, Katherine Olson, Brian Patzin, Stephanie Pazdan, Sigita Poskocimas, Andrew Richardson, Shannon Riemersma, Christopher Roman, Matthew Rub, Kirstin Rueck, Leslie Ruettiger, Jacob Schultz, Jeffrey Schutzbach, Yuriy Sizyuk, Ryan Slattery, Sarah Stahurski, Matthew Stone, Brian Stroud, Nicholas Tortorello, Emily Tribbia, Emily Trudelle, Lauren Valentino, Molly Wagner, Katherine Wagner and Bridget Wilkin.

Seniors 2nd Honors:

Bridget Albert, Mohammed Ali, Megan Angellotti, Daina Annarino, Michael Barry, Anthony Beamish, Theresa Becker, Jake Beechy, Elizabeth Biangmano, Kayla Bloom, Andrew Bosko, Katie Boucher, Christine Briski, Jason Brown, Eman Burns, Brett Buttliere, Michael Chiappetta, James Cichon, Carson Cleveland, Daniel Condon, Kevin Conrath, William Cullen, Allison Cunningham, Petro Czerniak, Natalie Czupta, Kaitlin Daly, Edward Davis, Cortney Delegan, Carrie Dole, Rachel Filer, Christopher Fistek, Michelle Francis, Gretchen Goetz, Mark Grigoletti, Elizabeth Haley, Samantha Hawkinson, Jennifer Hines, Michael Holmes, Jason Justus, Christine Kenney, Michael Konieczny, Jennifer Konopko, Elizabeth Leonas, Jon Lindgren, Nicholas Lombardi, Kenneth Medo, Anne Miller, Frank Motola, Catherine Murphy, Alexander Nawrocki, Matthew Norville, Mikaela O'Dell, Daniel O'Donnell, Taylure O'Neill, Katharine O'Sullivan, Joseph Petersen, Rachel Prezek, Zachary Prkut, Brian Rakow, Kathryn Revell, Kevin Riggle, Jacob Ruettiger, Jennifer Santucci, Mollie Scahill, Molly Schau, Jennifer Schout, Lauren Shaughnessy, Brendan Sheehy, Dong Min Shin, Weston Six, Leanne Spence, Sally Thomas, Vannessa Vazquez, Matthew Weimar, Megan Wilson and Matthew Zarobsky.

Juniors 1st Honors:

Kyle Adent, Stephanie Anzelc, Kelly Ardan, Kaitlin Basic, Jose Battistini, Timothy Beemsterboer, Gregory Bennett, Brianne Broderick, Sarah Budz, William Burchett, Ashley Christie, Luke Connor, Stephen Cusack, Eric Daliege, Anna Dollinger, Kathryn Dominick, Tara Driscoll, Kenneth Eichorst, Joseph Fitzpatrick, Brittany Flanagan, Derek Fronczak, Sarah Galick, Ashley Gawron, Nicole Good, Ryan Gray, Jonathan Gustafson, Kevin Huguelet, Michael Iacoponi, Scott Jacewicz-O'Kelly, Jessica Johnson, Lauren Kaczmarek, Matthew Kavanaugh, Brittany Klimek, Peter Korbakes, Megan Kramer, Ronald Kunst, Kevin Lelko, Joshua Lembke, Sean Lindbloom, Brett Lyons, Matthias Mackay, Briana Maher, Katherine Marusarz, Kelsey Mayher, Conor McAuliffe, Matthew Metelak, Daniel Miller, Colleen Mitros, Eileen Moran, Daniel Mrozek, Shaun Murphy, Timothy Naughton, Cooper Nink, Padraic O'Connell, Brian O'Malley, Rachel Palkoska, Zachary Panfil, Greg Pappas, Mack Parayo, Emily Perish, Morgan Ramberg, Hillary Ray, Jamie Revell, Julie Rogers, Erica Rudie, Daniel Ruzich, Nicholas Schutzbach, Michael Sodic, Carolyn Spiegel, Therese Stecich, Andrew Stevens, Ryan Surico, Adam Sweis, Nicholas Swiatkowski, Eric Talwar, Anthony Thomas, Phillip Trowbridge, Kylie Tucker, Kevin Vance, Casey Webber, Luke Weimar, Jeremy Weston, Kristen Wetzel, Timothy Winkelman, Danielle Wojtkiewicz and Adrienne Yangas.

Juniors 2nd Honors:

Nicole Adduce, Michelle Annarino, Sean Avendt, Madeleine Baltuska, April Bawolek, Joseph Benedetto, Christina Block, Darryl Brown, Mark Brunner, James Byrne, Frank Carioti, John Cichy, Raymond Crotty, Julia Dombrow, Kaitlyn Domico, Nicholas Galassi, Ryan Ganser, Matthew Gleason, Andrew Grennell, Ryan Griffin, Hayden Grove, Martha Grubisich, Matthew Hayes, Daniel Hettinger, Nick Jaquest, Michelle Karr, Kaitlyn Koniuszy, Bridget Ksiazek, Gina Mancuso, Megan Markham, Meghan McCarthy, James Modelski, Francis Murray, Kelsey Naso, Nicholas Niemiec, Lauren Niemiec, Thomas O'Malley, Ashley Ortiz, Kevin Ross, Jennifer Scaduto, Scott Smyth, Timothy Stack, Daniel Steed, Joseph Swintek, Amberlyn Thorson, James Toures, Kyle Umgelder, Jason Vollmer, Allison Walsh, Brian Wetherald, Brendan Whatley, Derek Whitaker and Joshua Widdows.

Sophomores 1st Honors:

Ryan Arciero, Fernanda Ariza, Anton Baltuska, Julianne Bartosz, Samantha Bolyn, Anne Marie Bonaguro, Clinton Boone, Daniel Burke, Diana Carlstrom, Katherine Casey, Caitlin Day, Kaleen DeFilippis, Matthew Doran, Kayla Duffy, Alexander Gialamas, Lindsay Glos, Joseph Golinvaux, Nicholas Grabavoy, Caroline Horn, Julianne Johnson, Kieran Kasprzyk, Raymond Kay, Christopher Kelly, Daiaunne King-Bey, Brian Kramer, Jacob Lembke, Kelly Loftus, Nicole Long, Delaney Ludwig, Kelly Lyons, Katie Mammosser, Philip Marchi, Maeve McCartin, William Meyer, Jennifer Michaels, Brian Morgan, Michael Morrissette, Alexander Motola, Kevin Murray, Caitlin Myron, Anthony Netzel, Jamie Noonan, Patrick O'Brien, Fiona O'Connell, Shannon Oddo, Joshua Panfil, Christopher Passolano, Shane Paty, Michael Pytlewski, Andrew Quinlan, MaryKate Reed, Alexandria Remus, Mary Riemersma, Alyssa Sanders, Michael Savage, Victoria Schout, Ryan Senese, Megan Slattery, Sean Tully, William Turner, Brian Urchell, Hillary Valentino, Melissa Verbeck, Ryan VonBorstel, Alexis Wadowski, Tyler Wall, Amy Wallace, Colin Waller, Patrick Ward, Mary Kate Waters, Raymond Weber, Marissa Welch, Robert Westman, Stephanie Wic, Andrew Woynerowski, Christina Wright, Rachel Zeeman and Martin Zon.

Sophomores 2nd Honors:

Jacqueline Almazan, Kyle Bak, Lauren Barnes, Alexandria Brown, Bridget Chidsey, Cathryn Connolly, Luke Conrad, Kieran Costello, Daniel Cox, Emily Davidson, Erin Durkin, Peter Dyer, Sarah Eisenberg, Carolyn Ferrill, Joshua Fox, Rose Gabler, Kristi Gabriel, Sean Gaffney, Nora Gibbons, Mary Grossmayer, Dominic Gualandri, Katherine Hannemann, Rachel Hartz, Jacquelyn Healy, Sean Hegarty , Allie Heniff, Amanda Hughes, Ashley Kash, Abbey Keane, Matthew Kehres, Jacob Kleinick, Elizabeth Knerr, Phillip Kollinger, Gina Koszulinski, Allison Kurcz, Jeremy Lackey, James LaMotta, Alexandra Laskero, Peter Les, Matthew Lindeman, Jack Mammosser, Kyle Matuszewski, Robert McDonald, Thomas McGuire, Patrick McGuire, Kevin McNally, Gregory Metelak, Joseph Michals, Elizabeth Monterosso, Bridget Murphy, Stephanie Murray, Jennifer O'Donnell, Michael Ozan, Matthew Patzin, Ryan Pluciennik, Kathryn Pollard, Kathryn Regan, William Rehm, Lindsey Rubens, Bradley Sather, Eric Sawicki, Katherine Schelinski, Mary Kate Schmidt, Anthony Serpico, Mary Kate Shaughnessy, Maria Shell, Ryan Simmons, Amy Slattery, Caitlin Stone, Jaclyn Sweis, Nadine Tadros, Kyle Thomas, Alyssa Tisoncik, John Travis, Michael Triana, Alison Trojan, Sara Vatch, Elizabeth White, Alisa Whiteford, Jordan Williams and Marie Wolski.

Freshmen 1st Honors:

Thomas Ambrose, Joseph Antoniolli, Alexandra Banathy, Melissa Beamish, Marija Beck, Emily Becker, Kristine Begeske, Marius Berner, Dominic Biegel, Eric Blokel, Patricia Bonaguro, Victor Brakauskas, Matthew Brassil, Kyle Breitbarth, James Brightmore, Vincent Brinker, Kathryn Budz, Melissa Budz, Michael Budz, John Burchett, Michael Butkiewicz, Damian Chavez, John Ciolkosz, Michael Concannon, Matthew Connelly, James Connolly, Fiona Costello, Mary Daniher, Zipporah Drake, Kate Draksler, Ryan Errico, Timothy Foley, Sean Forrest, Nicole Fremarek, Jonathan Galick, Kelsey Garr, Kimberly Gleeson, Kahla Graham, Timothy Hanrahan, Claire Healy, Caitlin Higgins, Ashleigh Hresan, John Huguelet, Lauren Iacoponi, Samuel Joutras, Katherine Kaminskas, Mark Kaminski, Courtney Kansler, Sarah Kavanaugh, Timothy Kelly, Keyana Kirkland, F. Dylan Krueger, Kirsten Kubinski, Timothy Kunst, Michelle Kurinec, Samantha Lacy, Adam Lamanna, Kevin Lind, Amy Lukes, Michael Majchrowicz, Nicole Maloney, Megan Maloney, Andrea Massimilian, Thomas McAuliffe, James McDaniel, Molly McGinnis, Ryan McMaster, Ryan Monahan, Mallory Morgan, Michael Murdie, James Niemiec, Daniel Noonan, Jonathan O'Donnell, James Pericht, Alec Pickett, Tyler Plantz, Edward Pluth, Brigid Presecky, Jennifer Prince, Sara Radecki, Krish Ramadurai, Sean Riggio, Kyle Rzab, Sarah Schlesser, Meredith Sharpe, Michael Smoljan, Jennifer Soprych, Jeremiah Sterr, Ann C. Sweeney, Michael Sweeney, John Thomas, Elizabeth Thomas, Carly Tribbia, Katherine Turk, Andrew Tylin, Kelsey Utter, Brianne Vandenberg, Elizabeth Walsh, Nicole Weaver, Abigail Welsch, Elizabeth Westman, Brett Wilkin, Ashley Yanahan and Marissa Zon.

Freshmen 2nd Honors:

Vincent Alessio, Nicole Benedetto, Rachael Bosko, Liam Briick, Delaney Brooks, Ashley Bugos, Colleen Bulow, Kevin Burke, Scott Buttliere, Lindsay Cabay, Kiah Christiansen, Casey Collins, Thomas Comise, Bianca Costello, Elizabeth Cotler, Charles Creekmore, Kevin Davis, Brian R. Davis, Matthew Duffy, Emily Eggen, Dennis Falls, Julia Farnesi, Kenneth Feldmeier, Stephanie Fessler, Olivia Goetz, Denisse Guerrero, David Hansen, William Harper, Stefanie Hayes, Jeffrey Hayes, Michael Hoffmeister, Alison Hoss, Sarah Jackson, Brianne Johnson, Saly Kabro, Tomas Kleiza, Sarah Knouse, John Kraus, Matthew Kurcz, Michael Kwak, Ian Land, Theodore Leonas, Katherine Libera, Thomas Major, Anne Martin, Johnathan McKendry, Hannah Medow, Nicole Michalow, Anna Motola, Katie Murdaugh, Thomas Norbut, Marissa Olmos, Meaghan O'Sullivan, Michael Perish, Gregory Pestrak, Robert Pollard, Amber Prskalo, William Rafferty, Jacob Salmich, Nikolaj Simrayh, Natalie Studer, Brianne Stuehm, Elise Swiderek, Lauren Tinervia, Zachary Uminski, Chloe Urbano, Ralph Vennetti, Brian Walsh, Ryan Waters and Sarah Wertelka.

6-8-07

Hurry…Register Today for Providence Catholic Summer Youth Camps

(New Lenox) - Providence Catholic High School is proud to announce the return of their annual series of Summer Youth Camps. The dedicated Providence faculty and coaches will offer a variety of opportunities for students in 1st through 9th grades to learn something new, enhance their knowledge and skills, and/or to practice the concepts of good sportsmanship and teamwork. The 2007 Providence Catholic Summer Youth Camps include:

ATHLETIC
· Baseball	· Football
· Boys' Basketball	· Girls' Basketball
· Boys' Volleyball	· Girls' Volleyball
· Coed Basketball	· Softball
· Coed Soccer	· Tennis
· Coed Track and Field	· Wrestling
· Ice Hockey
ACADEMIC
· Art	· Science
· Math/Architecture	· Web Page Design

All camps, with the exception of Ice Hockey, will be held at Providence Catholic High School, which is located at 1800 W. Lincoln Highway in New Lenox. Go to Summer Camp page.

6-7-07

Providence Catholic Band Parent’s Club to host 4th Annual Rummage Sale

5-29-07

Providence Catholic Announces May Students of the Month

(New Lenox) - Don Sebestyen, Principal of Providence Catholic High School, is pleased to announce the school’s “Students of the Month” for May. These students are recognized for achievement, improvement and/or accomplishments in school courses as well as other school-related activities.

Every month, each academic department chairperson selects one student as its “Student of the Month” from a number of students nominated by teachers. Students of the Month receive a certificate of recognition, have their photos displayed in Providence Catholic High School’s main hallway for the following month and are invited as a group to have lunch with the Principal.

The Providence Catholic High School Students of the Month for May are sitting left to right: senior Elizabet Biggio of Orland Park (Fine Arts), sophomore Amanda Roman of Wilmington (Administration), sophomore Caitlin Myron of Orland Park (Social Science), junior Carolyn Spiegel of Joliet (Foreign Language). Standing left to right are: freshman Saly Kabro of Orland Park (Physical Education), senior Yuriy Sizyuk of Homer Glen (Business & Technology), sophomore Shane Paty of Tinley Park (Theology) and freshman Kate Draksler of Channahon (Mathematics). Not pictured are: senior Kayleigh Libersher of Wilmington (English), senior Jennifer O’Hare of Homer Glen (Science) and senior Dan McGonigle of Palos Park (Administration).

5-11-07

Providence Catholic’s John Pergi inducted into the Chicago Catholic League Hall of Fame

(New Lenox) – Fr. Richard McGrath, O.S.A., President of Providence Catholic High School is pleased to announce that John Pergi, Assistant Varsity Football Coach for the Celtics, was inducted into the Chicago Catholic League (CCL) Hall of Fame. Coach Pergi was honored at the 47th Annual Hall of Fame Induction Banquet on May 3 in McCook, IL.

Coach Pergi is a native of Mingo Junction, Ohio and a graduate of Steubenville Catholic Central High School. He received his Bachelor of Arts from John Carroll University. Pergi’s first coaching position in the CCL was in 1973 as defensive coordinator for Mount Carmel High School. He then became the defensive coordinator for St. Rita High School from 1975-1977. In 1978, Pergi coached at Boulder (Colorado) High School and then moved back to Illinois and became head football coach for Elgin St. Edward High School, where he led the team to their first playoff appearance. Pergi taught and coached for seven years in the public schools until 1992, when he accepted a position at Providence Catholic High School.

“As a dean of students, theology teacher and coach, John has demonstrated a genuine commitment to teaching and coaching our young people to be well-rounded individuals with a love for God and an understanding of real values. He is a leader among our staff and a great role model to our kids,” commented Fr. McGrath.

For the past 15 years, Pergi has coached the Celtic defense and handled the linebackers under the direction of legendary head football coach, Matt Senffner (retired) and his successor Mark Coglianese. During his tenure, the Providence Celtic varsity football team has made the Illinois state football playoffs every year, with nine state final appearances and seven state championships.

John and his wife Marieta have been married for 29 years and have three children, Laura, Anthony and Maria.

5-9-07

Three Providence Catholic Students Sign National Letters of Intent

(New Lenox) - Don Sebestyen, Principal of Providence Catholic High School is pleased to announce that seniors Jack Comiskey, George Doctor and Daniel McGonigle recently signed their National Letters of Intent to continue playing their sport at the collegiate level.

Jack Comiskey, son of Jim and Eileen Comiskey of Orland Park, will attend Lincoln College where he received a golf scholarship. Comiskey is a graduate of St. Michael’s School and a member of their Parish. He has played golf all four years and currently has a 39.8 9-hole average.

George Doctor, son of George and Sandra Doctor of Homer Glen, will attend St. Ambrose University where he received a soccer scholarship. Doctor is a graduate of Homer Junior High School and a member of St. Bernard’s Parish. He has played soccer all four years at PCHS, with his last three years as a varsity starter. The talented goalie was named All-Conference by the IHSA Chicago Catholic League (Blue) in 2005 and 2006 and All-Sectional by the Illinois High School Soccer Coaches Association in 2006. Doctor also plays for the varsity Celtic baseball team.

Daniel McGonigle, son of Rob and Peggy McGonigle of Palos Park, will attend St. Ambrose University where he received scholarships for academics and football. McGonigle is a graduate of Palos South Junior High School and a member of Our Lady of the Woods Parish. He has played football all four years at Providence Catholic. As a member of the varsity Celtic football team, McGonigle assisted PCHS on special teams and played defensive back.

5-9-07

Providence Catholic High School names Class of 2007 Valedictorian and Co-Salutatorians

(New Lenox) - Donald Sebestyen, Principal of Providence Catholic High School, is proud to announce the Class of 2007 valedictorian and co-salutatorians. “These outstanding students have been leaders to their peers both in and out of the classroom, and are symbols of the academic excellence toward which many high school students strive,” commented Sebestyen.

Valedictorian Andrew Joseph Kubinski, son of Stephen and Leanne Kubinski of New Lenox, is a graduate of Liberty Junior High and member of St. Bernard’s Parish in Joliet. Kubinski is an honor roll student, a member of the National Honor Society, Augustinian Youth Ministry, a Eucharistic Minister, Sacristan and a peer tutor. Academically, Kubinski is an AP Scholar, named a Commended Student by the National Merit Scholarship Program, an Illinois State Scholar, was named to “Who’s Who Among America’s High School Students,” and received multiple subject awards. Outside of Providence, he plays baseball for the Will County Wolfpack travel team and coaches basketball for the New Lenox Wolfpack. Kubinski will attend the University of Notre Dame.

Co-salutatorian Elizabet Theodora Biggio, daughter of Joseph and Nancy Biggio of Orland Park, is a graduate of Century Junior High and member of St. Francis of Assisi Parish. Biggio is an honor roll student, a member of the National Honor Society, Drama Club, Colorguard, Winterguard and Year Book Club. Academically, Biggio is an AP Scholar, named a Commended Student by the National Merit Scholarship Program, an Illinois State Scholar and received subject awards in honors geometry and honors physics. Biggio will attend the College of William and Mary in Williamsburg, VA.

Co-salutatorian Brittany Rose Hanrahan, daughter of Timothy and Julianne Hanrahan of Frankfort, is a graduate of Hickory Creek Middle School and a member of St. Mary Mokena Parish. Hanrahan is an honor roll student, a member of the PCHS Academic Team, National Honor Society, Habitat for Humanity, a peer tutor, a Eucharistic Minister and a Sacristan. Academically, Hanrahan is an AP Scholar, an Illinois State Scholar, and received multiple subject awards. She has played golf and varsity-level softball for the Celtics all four years. Hanrahan had 15 doubles and 43 hits in her junior year, which set a school record. She was named MVP, Chicago Sun Times Top 100 Players for two consecutive years, Herald News All-Area and Daily Southtown All-Area. Furthermore, she was named an Honorable Mention recipient by the IHSA All-State Academic Team. Hanrahan will attend Colgate University.

5-9-07

Providence Catholic to Celebrate the Class of 2007 Graduation

(New Lenox) - Providence Catholic High School will celebrate the Class of 2007 graduation on Thursday, May 31 at the Rialto Square Theatre in Joliet beginning at 7:30 p.m. Admission is by ticket only, due to limited seating. Each of the 262 members of the Class of 2007 will cross the Rialto stage to receive their PCHS diploma, marking the completion of four successful and memorable years.

Ninety-nine percent of the Class of 2007 plan to continue their education at a college or university. In addition, these seniors performed more than 15,000 hours of community service during their high school careers. More than eighty-five percent of the class participated in at least one of the school’s nineteen sports and/or thirty extracurricular activities. Furthermore, this class witnessed two state championships during their four years at PCHS.

Providence extends its most sincere congratulations to these outstanding young men and women and wishes them the best of luck in their future endeavors. For more information please call 815-485-2136.

5-8-07

Providence Catholic Announces April Students of the Month

(New Lenox) - Don Sebestyen, Principal of Providence Catholic High School, is pleased to announce the school’s “Students of the Month” for April. These students are recognized for achievement, improvement and/or accomplishments in school courses as well as other school-related activities.

The Providence Catholic High School Students of the Month for April are sitting left to right: junior Jennifer Gerardi of Orland Park (Mathematics), freshman Courtney Kansler of Homer Glen (English, senior Kathleen Sulikowski of Orland Park (Fine Arts). Standing left to right are: freshman Michael Stanton of Tinley Park (Science), sophomore Cathryn Connolly of Palos Park (Foreign Language), senior Megan Angellotti of Grant Park (Social Science), freshman Jennifer Soprych of Orland Park (Physical Education), senior Jacob Ruettiger of Joliet (Administration), senior Tim O’Donnell of Frankfort (Business & Technology) and sophomore Brian Urchell of Tinley Park (Theology).

5-3-07

Four Providence Catholic Students Sign National Letters of Intent

(New Lenox) - Don Sebestyen, Principal of Providence Catholic High School is pleased to announce that seniors Eman Burns, Neal Dahlman, Conor Meegan and John Starzyk recently signed their National Letters of Intent to continue playing their sport at the collegiate level. “We are very proud of these individuals who were recognized for their athletic talent and strong academic history,” offered Sebestyen.

Eman Burns, daughter of Janice Williams-Burns of Joliet, will attend Kennesaw State University in Georgia where she received both an academic and volleyball scholarship. Burns is a graduate of Laraway School and a member of Good Samaritan Ministry. She is an honor roll student and enjoys volunteer work within her community. Outside of PCHS, Burns is a People to People Sports Ambassador and a member of the National Student Leadership Conference (NSLC).

Neal Dahlman, son Eric and Linda Dahlman of New Lenox, will attend Bowling Green State University in Ohio where he received a full-ride football scholarship. Dahlman is a graduate of St. Jude in New Lenox and a member of their Parish. During his last high school football season, the 6-foot-2, 230-pound linebacker made 157 tackles and 3 interceptions for the varsity Celtics. However, it was his incredible talent as a long snapper for place-kicks and punts that caught the eyes of this NCAA Division I university. He also wrestled all four years at Providence, which according to Dahlman, helped him with mental toughness and his tackling skills. In 2006, he was named All-Conference by the IHSA Chicago Catholic (Blue) and All-Area by the Herald News. In addition, Dahlman was a member of the 2004 State Championship Football Team.

Conor Meegan, son of Phil and Joan Meegan of New Lenox, will play football for Illinois Wesleyan University where he received an academic scholarship. Meegan is a graduate of Homer Junior High School and a parishioner at St. Bernard’s in Homer Glen. He is an honor roll student, Student Ambassador, Sacristan, Eucharistic Minster and a Peer Tutor. The 6-foot-1, 235-pound Meegan was a two-year starter for the varsity Celtic’s offensive line where he played center. In 2006, Meegan was named All-Area by the Herald News.

John Starzyk, son of Matthew Starzyk of Oak Forest, will attend University of Oklahoma on a full-ride wrestling scholarship. Starzyk is a graduate of Coal City Middle School and member of St. Damian Parish. He has won three consecutive state championship titles. The 125-pound Starzyk had a career record of 183-8. He had more than 120 wins during one stretch with 118 pins, thereby giving him an all-time pin record. Furthermore, Starzyk has been named All-Area, All-Conference and All-State for the past four years.

5-1-07

Providence Catholic to Host Annual Summer Youth Camps

ATHLETIC
Baseball	Football
Boys' Basketball	Girls' Basketball
Boys' Volleyball	Girls' Volleyball
Coed Basketball	Softball
Coed Soccer	Tennis
Coed Track and Field	Wrestling
Ice Hockey
ACADEMIC
Art	Science
Math/Architecture	Web Page Design

All camps, with the exception of Ice Hockey, will be held at Providence Catholic High School, which is located at 1800 W. Lincoln Highway in New Lenox. Please visit the Summer Camp page on the PCHS Website for more specific camp information or to download a registration brochure. Questions may be directed to 815-485-2136 ext. 540 (athletic camps) or 815-485-2136 ext. 513 (academic camps).

4-26-07

Providence Catholic Band Parent’s Club to Host 4th Annual Rummage Sale

(New Lenox) - Providence Catholic High School Band Parent’s Club will host their 4th Annual Rummage Sale the last weekend in June at the high school’s New Lenox campus. This COLOSSAL event will have something for everyone, including furniture, appliances, sports equipment, kids clothing, linens, toys, and so much more. Refreshments will also be available for purchase.

The Band Parents will be accepting donations and collecting items for the sale. Donation items may be dropped off in the garages that are located in the back of the school in the Wednesday, May 2, 23 and 30 from 7 pm to 9 pm and Saturday, May 5, 12, 19, 26 and June 2, 9 and 16 from 9:00 am to 12 pm. Volunteers will be available to help you unload your boxes and provide you with a tax receipt. If you need pickup for large appliances or furniture, please contact Lisa at (815) 723-2496 or Aleida at (708) 560-4353 to make arrangements.

4-25-07

Bishop Sartain blesses newest members of Providence Catholic’s Augustinian Youth Ministry

(New Lenox) – Providence Catholic High School inducted 75 new members into the Augustinian Youth Ministry (AYM) during an all-school Liturgy on April 19, where Bishop James Peter Sartain presided. Ms. Amy Potempa, AYM Moderator, announced the inductees. Following their introduction, the members made special vows and were given the Bishop’s blessing.

With nearly 130 members, the Augustinian Youth Ministry is Providence Catholic’s largest student organization. Due to the size of the group, members are able to host a variety of events throughout the year to support the local community. Service-oriented projects such as toy, food and blood drives are just a few of the many events that AYM supports.

The newly inducted 2007 AYM members are: Julianne Bartosz, Kaitlin Basic, Anna Bengston, Samantha Berta, Anne Marie Bonaguro, Patricia Bonaguro, Alexandra Bonathy, Michael Budz, Missy Budz, Daniel Burke, Jessica Cerven, Mark Colman, Michael Concannon, Luke Connor, Stephen Cusack, Eric Daliege, Erin Durkin, Ashley Gawron, Lindsay Glos, Martha Grubisich, Mark Houlihan, Peter Houlihan, Kevin Huguelet, Katrina Huhnke, Lauren Iacoponi, Michael Iacoponi, Sophia Jaeger, Ashley Kash, Kieran Kasprzyk, Joseph Koch, Kaitlyn Konuiszy, Peter Korbakes, Ron Kunst, Jake Lembke, Nicole Long, Megan Maloney, Katie Mammosser, Kate Marusarz, Kelsey Mayher, Meghan McCarthy, Maeve McCartin, Elizabeth Monterosso, Brian Morgan, Kevin Murray, Tim Naughton, Chelsea Neu, Shannon Oddo, Emily Perish, Mary Kate Reed, Will Rehm, Alexandra Remus, Jamie Revell, Julie Rogers, Daniel Ruzich, Juliana Samawi, Victoria Schout, Kelly Smetana, Carolyn Spiegel, Rebecca Stark, Nick Swiatkowski, Joseph Swintek, Allison Trojan, Melissa Verbeck, Jason Vollmer, Colin Waller, Elizabeth Walsh, Megan Walsh, Elizabeth Westman, Rob Westman, Tim Winkelman, Danielle Wojtkiewicz, Elizabeth Wrobel, Marissa Zon, Martin Zon and Kelly Zupancic.

The current members of AYM are: Kyle Adent, Bridget Albert, Daina Annarino, Michelle Annarino, Stephanie Anzelc, Ryan Arciero, Jake Beechy, Tim Beemsterboer, Jason Brown, Lauren Carroll, Catie Casper, Ashley Christie, Caitlin Day, Julianne Day, Anna Dollinger, Katy Dominick, Aleesha Donnelly, Tara Driscoll, Jennie Gerardi, Nicole Good, Ryan Gray, Caitlin Hayes, Jennifer Hines, Julianne Johnson, Jessica Johnson, Lauren Kaczmarek, Bridget Ksiazek, Josh Lembke, Sean Lindbloom, Briana Maher, Mallory McMahon, Colleen Mitros, M.J. Moore, Eileen Moran, Ellen Morgan, Shaun Murphy, Cooper Nink, Jen O’Hare, Taylure O’Neill, Rachel Palkoska, Stephanie Pazdan, Rachel Prezek, Leslie Ruettiger, Alyssa Sanders, Julie Schultz, Leanne Spence, Meghan Stephens, Andrew Stevens, Emily Tribbia, Hillary Valentino, Lauren Valentino, Bridget Wilkin, Derek Whitaker, Adrienne Yangas and Rachel Zeeman.

4-25-07

Providence Catholic's Connolly Signs National Letter of Intent with Lewis University

(New Lenox) - Don Sebestyen, Principal of Providence Catholic High School is pleased to announce that senior Sheila Connolly signed her National Letter of Intent on April 20 to continue playing golf at the collegiate level. Sheila Connolly, daughter of Colm and Joan Connolly of Lemont, will attend Lewis University where she received the Bishop Bernard Sheil Scholarship and a Woman’s Golf Scholarship. She is a graduate of SS. Cyril and Methodius and a member of their Parish.

Connolly is an Honor Roll student with a 3.70 cumulative grade point average, takes Advanced Placement (AP) and Honors courses and is a member of the National Honor Society. She has played at the varsity level for the Providence Catholic Girls’ Golf Team all four years and has been a state competitor, regional and sectional qualifier each year. Furthermore, she has been named MVP for three consecutive years. “Sheila is a tremendous student-athlete and we were fortunate to have her play for PCHS all four years. She finished her senior year with a 41 (9 hole) average and took 48th in State, said Mr. Jim Walzak,” Girls’ Golf Coach.

Outside of PCHS, Connolly played locally in the Illinois Junior Golf Association (IJGA) and nationally in the American Junior Golf Association (AJGA), Future Collegians World Tour (FCWT) and Plantations Junior Golf Tour (PJGT) Tournaments. This summer, she will play in the United States Golf Association (USGA) U.S. Women’s Amateur Championship in Chicago and Florida.

4-20-07

Providence Catholic hosts 3rd Annual Poetry Slam

(New Lenox) Providence Catholic High School hosted their 3rd Annual Poetry Slam on April 18. Initiated by Ms. Soteria Papagiannopoulos, PCHS Librarian and Ms. Mary Colbert, PCHS English Teacher, the poetry slam has grown from a few participants the first couple years to 20 participants this year. With an audience of more than 60 students, faculty and parents, the poets recited both original and published works.

Ms. Papagiannopoulos said, “We began the slams as a way of celebrating “National Poetry Month” in April. We continued the slam because we were amazed at the poems students wrote and this gave them a venue in which to share their poems with their peers. Poetry is for the heart and the spirit. It expresses the inexpressible; the poet is able to express what we all feel and yearn in our souls but are unable to put into words. As the great American poet, William Carlos Williams, wrote:

'It is difficult to get the news from poems

Yet men die miserably every day

For lack of what is found there’.”

Freshman Keyana Kirkland of Joliet took 1st place for reciting “Phenomenal Woman” by Maya Angelou. Freshman Danon Salonis-McGrew of Joliet received 1st place for his original poem entitled “Welcome to Reality”. Congratulations to all the young men and women who shared their poetry.

4-19-07

Providence Early Education Center Openings for 2007-2008

(New Lenox) The Providence Early Education Center (PEEC), located on the campus of Providence Catholic High School in New Lenox, has available openings for the 2007-2008 school year. The PEEC is open to students in preschool (age 3), prekindergarten (age 4) and kindergarten (age 5). There are a variety of schedule options available, including half-day or full-day Kindergarten.

The Providence Early Education Center emphasizes spiritual, academic, social, and physical development in young children. It is developmentally appropriate in meeting the needs, abilities and interests of the young child in a loving environment designed to nurture his/her life and faith. Please call 815-485-7129 with questions, to set up a tour of the school or to register a student. For general information on the school please visit www.providencecatholic.org and click on the Providence Early Education Center link.

4-18-07

Providence Catholic Drama Club to Present “Kiss Me Kate”

(New Lenox) The Providence Catholic High School Drama Club will perform Kiss Me Kate by Cole Porter, inspired by The Taming of the Shrew by William Shakespeare. The musical will be directed by Lorinda Carmine and take place Thursday through Saturday, May 17-19 at 7 p.m. Tickets are $5 for adults, $3 for students/senior citizens. All shows will be held at Bicentennial Park in Joliet. If you have any questions or to reserve tickets, contact Mrs. Marybeth Harris, PCHS Fine Arts Chair at (815) 485-2136, ext. 531.

4-18-07

Providence Catholic Hosts Third Annual Green and White Hall of Fame Dinner

(New Lenox) Providence Catholic High School’s Athletic Association (PCAA) hosted the Third Annual Green and White Hall of Fame Dinner on Sunday, April 1 at Georgios Banquets in Orland Park. This year's inductees were alumni athletes Howard Mabry ‘67 and Geralyn Schubert ‘77, former PCHS Coach Pat Sullivan and Benefactor LaVerne "Bitz" Brown. In addition, the PCAA gave special recognition to the 1978 Boys’ Basketball, 1981 Wrestling and 1982 Baseball teams.

Howard Mabry, Ph.D., a 1967 Providence Catholic alumnus, was a four-year letter winner for the school’s basketball team. Mabry received his B.A. in Psychology from Lewis University, M.A. in Human Development from Governors State University and his M.S. and Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology from Howard University. He is the founder and CEO of the Institute for Behavioral Change and Research, Inc.

Geralyn “Shoobs” Schubert, a 1977 Providence Catholic Alumna, was a four-year letter recipient for track, volleyball and tennis. She attended Loyola Marymount University on a volleyball and tennis scholarship and was awarded the Loyola Marymount “Best All Around Woman Athlete” 1977 through 1981 for participation in tennis, volleyball and cross country.

Pat Sullivan coached the Providence Catholic varsity boys’ basketball team for 7 years (1970-1976) and made an enormous impact on the lives of his players. Currently Sullivan is Head Basketball Coach at University of St. Francis. He is a member of the Lewis University Hall of Fame, Chicagoland Collegiate Athletic Conference Hall of Fame and the Illinois Basketball Coaches Association Hall of Fame.

LaVerne “Bitz” Brown is a longtime friend and benefactor of Providence Catholic. Brown was the co-founder of Brown & Lambrecht Earthmoving, which is currently T.J. Lambrecht Construction. He is also the Founder and President of Land Trends, Inc., a member and past Chair of the Board of Trustees for the University of St. Francis and was named the University of Notre Dame Man of the Year.

The PCAA was established in 2002 to fund projects for the school’s Athletic Department. To date, Providence Catholic has won 24 state championship titles in six sports, more titles than any other Catholic high school in Illinois. The PCAA strives to improve opportunities for athletic participation and involvement among students by renovating, enhancing, building and maintaining athletic facilities, providing opportunities for improved coaching and supporting the school to create and sustain an excellent athletic program.

4-17-07

Providence Catholic’s German National Honor Society

(New Lenox) - Don Sebestyen, Principal of Providence Catholic High School, is pleased to announce the students who were inducted into the recently established American Association of Teachers of German (AATG) National Honor Society, Illinois Epsilon Xi. During a ceremony in mid-March, Ms. Barbara Stukel, PCHS German teacher, presented William Burchett, Nicholas Grabavoy, George Hinsdale, Matthew Metelak, William Meyer, Sigita Poskocimas, Michael Sodic, Anthony Thomas, Molly Wagner, Luke Weimar, and Andrew Woynerowski as members of this prominent society. To be eligible for membership, a student must have taken 3 semesters of German, maintained a 3.6 average in his/her German courses and a 3.0 overall grade point average.

In addition, several students received certificates of merit for their scores on the AATG National Exam for High School students, which was proctored in December of 2006. German 4 award recipients include George Hinsdale and Luke Weimar. German 3 recipients were Raymond Kay, Matthew Metelak, Michael Sodic and Anthony Thomas.

4-4-07

Providence Catholic Announces March Students of the Month

(New Lenox) - Don Sebestyen, Principal of Providence Catholic High School, is pleased to announce the school’s “Students of the Month” for March. These students are recognized for achievement, improvement and/or accomplishments in school courses as well as other school-related activities.

The Providence Catholic High School Students of the Month for March are sitting left to right: freshman Zipporah Drake of Country Club Hills (English), sophomore Kelly Lyons of Orland Park (Social Science), senior Matthew Stone of Homer Glen (Business & Technology) and sophomore Caleb Drake of Country Club Hills (Science). Standing left to right are: freshman John Thomas of Frankfort (Physical Education), senior Ellen Morgan of Mokena (Theology), senior M.J. Moore of Tinley Park (Foreign Language), senior Jason Brown of Oak Forest (Fine Arts), junior Kirsten Diehl of Joliet (Administration) and sophomore Ryan Arciero of Orland Park (Mathematics).

4-3-07

Providence Catholic students celebrate "Pi Day"

(New Lenox) – Ms. Jennifer Moore, Providence Catholic High School Math teacher, celebrated “Pi Day” with her students in mid-March. During her Algebra and Trigonometry classes, Moore had her students perform several activities to discover the origins of pi. The students also watched a brief slide show, which revealed the history of pi.

By definition, pi is the ratio of the circumference of a circle to its diameter, which is 3.14159265358979323846. Pi is always the same number, no matter which circle you use to compute it. “Throughout the class period, students used pi on common circular objects such as pop bottles, crayons and pizza to determine the area of the object,” said Moore. “These activities allowed students the opportunity to connect mathematical discoveries to everyday objects and gain insight into the ancient cultures that discovered pi.”

4-3-07

Providence Catholic High School Announces Third Quarter Honor Roll

(New Lenox) – Don Sebestyen, Principal of Providence Catholic High School, is pleased to announce the school’s Third Quarter Honor Roll. The honor roll includes two categories; first honors recipients must obtain a 3.51 - 4.00 G.P.A., whereas second honors students receive a 3.00 - 3.50 G.P.A. The Third Quarter Honor Roll includes:

Seniors 1st Honors:

Steven Adent, Bridget Albert, Brittany Balzer, Elizabeth Biangmano, Elizabet Biggio, Mary Blatti, Scott Brown, Allison Bulow, Caitlin Casper, Brian Cichoracki, Dan Condon, Sheila Connolly, Petro Czerniak, Natalie Czupta, Mary D’Aversa, Julianne Day, Elizabeth Eichorst, Moira Gaffney, Lindsey Hall, Matthew Hammermeister, Brittany Hanrahan, Timothy Harris, Alexandra Haser, Samantha Hawkinson, Caitlin Hayes, Kevin Healy, Jennifer Hines, George Hinsdale, Anne Huguelet, Jeffrey Jimenez, Christine Kenney, Andrea Klika, Michael Konieczny, Larissa Kries, Andrew Kubinski, Christopher Kulpins, Valerie Lemmenes, Jon Lindgren, Bridget Loftus, Kristine Maday, Patrick McAuliffe, Thomas McCarthy, David Miles, Patrick Mitoraj, Maurice Moore, Conor Moran, Ellen Morgan, Kelsey Morgan, Daniel Morrissette, Daniel Murphy, Meghan Murray, Alexander Nawrocki, Maureen Nicholson, Nicole Noonan, Timothy O’Donnell, Jennifer O’Hare, Katherine Olson, Brian Patzin, Stephanie Pazdan, Joseph Petersen, Sigita Poskocimas, Kathryn Revell, Andrew Richardson, Shannon Riemersma, Christopher Roman, Kirstin Rueck, Leslie Ruettiger, Jacob Schultz, Jeffrey Schutzbach, Lauren Shaughnessy, Yuriy Sizyuk, Ryan Slattery, Sarah Stahurski, Matthew Stone, Brian Stroud, Nicholas Tortorello, Emily Tribbia, Lauren Valentino, Katherine Wagner, Molly Wagner and Bridget Wilkin.

Seniors 2nd Honors:

Megan Angellotti, Michael Barry, Anthony Beamish, Theresa Becker, Jake Beechy, Kayla Bloom, Robert Bordner, Katie Boucher, Christine Briski, Jason Brown, Eman Burns, Brett Buttliere, Kevin Conrath, William Cullen, Allison Cunningham, Kaitlin Daly, Erika Davi, Tiffany Davis, Carrie Dole, Rachel Filer, Christopher Fisher, Katie Gaughan, Aaron Gawron, Gretchen Goetz, Mark Grigoletti, Elizabeth Haley, Mitchell Hart, Michael Holmes, Kendell Hunter, Monica Joachim, Jason Justus, Jennifer Konopko, Chad Kozar, Matthew Laskero, Elizabeth Leonas, Bill Les, Kayleigh Libersher, Kevin Mandella, Kenneth Medo, Frank Motola, Catherine Murphy, Margaret O’Brien, Mikaela O’Dell, Taylure O’Neill, Katharine O’Sullivan, Rachel Prezek, Jeffrey Price, Zachary Prkut, Brian Rakow, Kelsey Rimkus, Matthew Rub, Jacob Ruettiger, Jennifer Santucci, Mollie Scahill, Molly Schau, Jennifer Schout, Brendan Sheehy, Dong Min Shin, Weston Six, Leanne Spence, Kathleen Sulikowski, Vannessa Vazquez, Matthew Weimar, Megan Wilson and Matthew Zarobsky.

Juniors 1st Honors:

Nicole Adduce, Kyle Adent, Stephanie Anzelc, Kaitlin Basic, Jose Battistini, Timothy Beemsterboer, Gregory Bennett, Brianne Broderick, Sarah Budz, William Burchett, Ashley Christie, Luke Connor, Eric Daliege, Anna Dollinger, Kathryn Dominick, Tara Driscoll, Kenneth Eichorst, Joseph Fitzpatrick, Brittany Flanagan, Sarah Galick, Ashley Gawron, Nicole Good, Ryan Gray, Jonathan Gustafson, Kevin Huguelet, Michael Iacoponi, Scott Jacewicz-Okelly, Lauren Kaczmarek, Matthew Kavanaugh, Peter Korbakes, Ronald Kunst, Kevin Lelko, Joshua Lembke, Sean Lindbloom, Matthias Mackay, Briana Maher, Katherine Marusarz, Kelsey Mayher, Conor McAulifffe, Matthew Metelak, Daniel Miller, Colleen Mitros, Eileen Moran, Daniel Mrozek, Shaun Murphy, Francis Murray, Timothy Naughton, Cooper Nink, Padraic O’Connell, Brian O’Malley, Rachel Palkoska, Zachary Panfil, Mack-Anthony Parayo, Emily Perish, Morgan Ramberg, Hillary Ray, Jamie Revell, Erica Rudie, Daniel Ruzich, Jennifer Scaduto, Nicholas Schutzbach, Michael Sodic, Carolyn Spiegel, Therese Stecich, Andrew Stevens, Ryan Surico, Adam Sweis, Nicholas Swiatkowski, Eric Talwar, Anthony Thomas, James Toures, Kylie Tucker, Kevin Vance, Casey Webber, Luke Weimar, Jeremy Weston, Brian Wetherald, Kristen Wetzel, Timothy Winkelman, Danielle Wojtkiewicz and Adrienne Yangas.

Juniors 2nd Honors:

Michelle Annarino, Kelly Ardan, Sean Avendt, Madeleine Baltuska, Maura Bayer, Lauren Benak, Christina Block, Mark Brunner, James Byrne, Frank Carioti, John Cichy, Mark Coglianese, Raymond Crotty, Stephen Cusack, Kirsten Diehl, Kaitlyn Domico, Amy Embach, Derek Fronczak, Nicholas Galassi, Ryan Ganser, Matthew Gleason, Andrew Grennell, Ryan Griffin, Hayden Grove, Martha Grubisich, Daniel Hettinger, Nick Jaquest, Jessica Johnson, Jeffrey Jordan, Michelle Karr, Brittany Klimek, Kaitlyn Koniuszy, Bridget Ksiazek, Robert Lareau, Brett Lyons, Gina Mancuso, Megan Markham, Meghan McCarthy, Malorie Mikolajczak, James Modelski, Kelsey Naso, Nicholas Niemiec, Kristin Orlando, Ashley Ortiz, Greg Pappas, Julie Rogers, Kevin Ross, Scott Smyth, Timothy Stack, Rebecca Stark, Joseph Swintek, Amberlyn Thorson, Charles Triana, Phillip Trowbridge, Kyle Umgelder, Jason Vollmer, Allison Walsh, Megan Walsh, Brendan Whatley, Derek Whitaker and Joshua Widdows.

Sophomores 1st Honors:

Ryan Arciero, Fernanda Ariza, Anton Baltuska, Lauren Barnes, Julianne Bartosz, Samantha Bolyn, Anne Marie Bonaguro, Clinton Boone, Daniel Burke, Diana Carlstrom, Cathryn Connolly, Emily Davidson, Caitlin Day, Kaleen Defilippis, Matthew Doran, Kayla Duffy, Alexander Gialamas, Lindsay Glos, Joseph Golinvaux, Nicholas Grabavoy, Caroline Horn, Julianne Johnson, Kieran Kasprzyk, Raymond Kay, Abbey Keane, Matthew Kehres, Christopher Kelly, Daiaunne King-Bey, Brian Kramer, Kelly Loftus, Nicole Long, Kelly Lyons, Jack Mammosser, Katie Mammosser, Philip Marchi, Maeve Mccartin, William Meyer, Jennifer Michaels, Joseph Michals, Brian Morgan, Michael Morrissette, Alexander Motola, Bridget Murphy, Kevin Murray, Caitlin Myron, Jamie Noonan, Patrick O’Brien, Fiona O’Connell, Shannon Oddo, Joshua Panfil, Christopher Passolano, Michael Pytlewski, Andrew Quinlan, Marykate Reed, Alexandria Remus, Mary Riemersma, Alyssa Sanders, Michael Savage, Victoria Schout, Ryan Senese, Anthony Serpico, Ryan Simmons, Megan Slattery, Caitlin Stone, Nadine Tadros, Sean Tully, William Turner, Brian Urchell, Hillary Valentino, Melissa Verbeck, Alexis Wadowski, Tyler Wall, Amy Wallace, Colin Waller, Patrick Ward, Mary Kate Waters, Raymond Weber, Marissa Welch, Robert Westman, Stephanie Wic, Andrew Woynerowski, Christina Wright, Rachel Zeeman and Martin Zon.

Sophomores 2nd Honors:

Jacqueline Almazan, Kyle Bak, Francesca Bertucci, Alexandria Brown, Katherine Casey, Connor Casper, Bridget Chidsey, Luke Conrad, Sydnie Corso, Kieran Costello, Daniel Cox, Erin Durkin, Dustin Duzinskas, Sarah Eisenberg, Carolyn Ferrill, Joshua Fox, Rose Gabler, Sean Gaffney, Danielle Gangas, Nora Gibbons, Mary Grossmayer, Dominic Gualandri, Katherine Hannemann, Rachel Hartz, Jacquelyn Healy, Sean Hegarty, Allie Heniff, Ashley Kash, Tyler Kennison, Jacob Kleinick, Elizabeth Knerr, Amanda Kochanny, Phillip Kollinger, Gina Koszulinski, Allison Kurcz, Jeremy Lackey, James Lamotta, Jacob Lembke, Peter Les, Matthew Lindeman, Delaney Ludwig, Drew Martin, Kyle Matuszewski, Patrick McGuire, Thomas McGuire, Kevin McNally, Gregory Metelak, Elizabeth Monterosso, Stephanie Murray, Nadine Nayan, Anthony Netzel, Jennifer O’Donnell, Michael Ozan, Shane Paty, Matthew Patzin, Ryan Pluciennik, Jacob Popek, Kathryn Regan, William Rehm, Amanda Roman, Lindsey Rubens, Bradley Sather, Eric Sawicki, Katherine Schelinski, Mary Kate Schmidt, Joseph Schuttler, Mary Kate Shaughnessy, Maria Shell, Amy Slattery, Jaclyn Sweis, Kyle Thomas, Alyssa Tisoncik, John Travis, Michael Triana, Sara Vatch, Ryan Vonborstel, Elizabeth White, Alisa Whiteford, Jordan Williams, Jacob Wojcik, Patrick Wright and Michael Zeniecki.

Freshmen 1st Honors:

Thomas Ambrose, Joseph Antoniolli, Alexandra Banathy, Melissa Beamish, Marija Beck, Marius Berner, Dominic Biegel, Eric Blokel, Patricia Bonaguro, Victor Brakauskas, Matthew Brassil, James Brightmore, Vincent Brinker, Kathryn Budz, Melissa Budz, Michael Budz, John Burchett, Michael Butkiewicz, Damian Chavez, John Ciolkosz, Casey Collins, Michael Concannon, Matthew Connelly, James Connolly, Fiona Costello, Mary Daniher, Zipporah Drake, Kate Draksler, Matthew Duffy, Ryan Errico, Julia Farnesi, Timothy Foley, Nicole Fremarek, Jonathan Galick, Kimberly Gleeson, Kahla Graham, Timothy Hanrahan, David Hansen, Claire Healy, Caitlin Higgins, Ashleigh Hresan, John Huguelet, Lauren Iacoponi, Samuel Joutras, Katherine Kaminskas, Courtney Kansler, Sarah Kavanaugh, Timothy Kelly, Keyana Kirkland, Tomas Kleiza, Sarah Knouse, F. Dylan Krueger, Kirsten Kubinski, Timothy Kunst, Michelle Kurinec, Samantha Lacy, Adam Lamanna, Ian Land, Katherine Libera, Amy Lukes, Michael Majchrowicz, Thomas Major, Megan Maloney, Nicole Maloney, Andrea Massimilian, Thomas McAuliffe, James McDaniel, Molly McGinnis, Ryan McMaster, Ryan Monahan, Mallory Morgan, Anna Motola, Michael Murdie, James Niemiec, Daniel Noonan, Jonathan O’Donnell, James Pericht, Michael Perish, Alec Pickett, Tyler Plantz, Edward Pluth, Brigid Presecky, Jennifer Prince, Sara Radecki, William Rafferty, Krish Ramadurai, Sean Riggio, Kyle Rzab, Sarah Schlesser, Meredith Sharpe, Michael Smoljan, Jennifer Soprych, Jeremiah Sterr, Natalie Studer, Ann C. Sweeney, Michael Sweeney, Elizabeth Thomas, John Thomas, Carly Tribbia, Katherine Turk, Andrew Tylin, Chloe Urbano, Kelsey Utter, Brianne Vandenberg, Elizabeth Walsh, Nicole Weaver, Abigail Welsch, Elizabeth Westman, Brett Wilkin, Ashley Yanahan and Marissa Zon.

Freshmen 2nd Honors:

Vincent Alessio, Emily Becker, Kristine Begeske, Rachael Bosko, Kyle Breitbarth, Liam Briick, Delaney Brooks, Ashley Bugos, Kevin Burke, Kiah Christiansen, Thomas Comise, Bianca Costello, Charles Creekmore, Brian R. Davis, Kevin Davis, Casey Driscoll, Jenna Driscoll, Emily Eggen, Sean Forrest, Colleen Gaffney, Michelangelo Garcia, Hannah Gardner, Kelsey Garr, Denisse Guerrero, William Harper, Jeffrey Hayes, Stefanie Hayes, Michael Hoffmeister, Alison Hoss, Sarah Jackson, Brianne Johnson, Mark Kaminski, Matthew Kurcz, Michael Kwak, Theodore Leonas, Kevin Lind, Carly Malacina, Anne Martin, Madeline Mazurowski, Johnathan McKendry, Joshua McPhail, Hannah Medow, Nicole Michalow, Sarah Montefusco, Katie Murdaugh, Meaghan O’Sullivan, Gregory Pestrak, Robert Pollard, Amber Prskalo, Jacob Salmich, Jordan Stone, Brianne Stuehm, Elise Swiderek, Lauren Tinervia, Zachary Uminski, Ralph Vennetti, Brian Walsh, Ryan Waters and Sara Weston.

3-28-07

Providence Catholic Announces the 2007 National Honor Society Inductees

(New Lenox) - Don Sebestyen, Principal of Providence Catholic High School, is proud to announce the 2007 National Honor Society (N.H.S.) members, which were officially inducted during a ceremony in late March. “These sixty-six new members have received one of the highest honors granted to students at Providence Catholic and other high schools across the nation and we are very proud of their scholarly success,” offered Sebestyen.

Providence Catholic National Honor Society is founded on the principles of scholarship, leadership, character and service. The selection process begins when students who meet academic qualifications are given applications for N.H.S. membership. Once the student completes their application, Providence Catholic faculty members are asked to evaluate the candidates on the four guiding principles. Finally, the Faculty Council reviews the prospective students and makes the final decision on membership.

Being an organization based on service, the N.H.S. members continue to serve after induction. Members participate in many community projects, such as the D.A.R.E. program and Mokena Outdoor Education Program. N.H.S. is also responsible for coordinating the PCHS Used Book Sale, Flower Day and leading tour groups during the school’s annual Open House.

The newly appointed 2007 National Honor Society officers are: Michael Sodic, President and Therese Stecich, Tara Driscoll and William Burchett. The senior student inductees are: Daina Annarino, Andrea Klika, Michael Konieczny, Meghan Murray and Brian Stroud. The junior student inductees are: Stephanie Anzelc, Kaitlin Basic, Jose Battistini, Brianne Broderick, Sarah Budz, William Burchett, Ashley Christie, Stephen Cusack, Eric Daliege, Anna Dollinger, Kathryn Dominick, Tara Driscoll, Kenneth Eichorst, Joseph Fitzpatrick, Brittany Flanagan, Sarah Galick, Ashley Gawron, Nicole Good, Ryan Gray, Andrew Grennell, Jonathan Gustafson, Kevin Huguelet, Michael Iacoponi, Lauren Kaczmarek, Peter Korbakes, Sean Lindbloom, Brett Lyons, Matthias Mackay, Katherine Marusarz, Kelsey Mayher, Conor McAuliffe, Matthew Metelak, Colleen Mitros, Eileen Moran, Shaun Murphy, Francis Murray, Kelsey Naso, Nicholas Niemiec, Rachel Palkoska, Zachary Panfil, Mack-Anthony Parayo, Emily Perish, Morgan Ramberg, Jamie Revell, Julie Rogers, Erica Rudie, Daniel Ruzich, Jennifer Scaduto, Nicholas Schutzbach, Michael Sodic, Carolyn Spiegel, Therese Stecich, Andrew Stevens, Anthony Thomas, Phillip Trowbridge, Kylie Tucker, Luke Weimar, Brian Wetherald, Timothy Winkelman, Danielle Wojtkiewicz and Adrienne Yangas. Go to NHS Page

3-12-07

Providence Catholic Announces February Students of the Month

(New Lenox) - Don Sebestyen, Principal of Providence Catholic High School, is pleased to announce the school’s “Students of the Month” for February. These students are recognized for achievement, improvement and/or accomplishments in school courses as well as other school-related activities.

The Providence Catholic High School Students of the Month for February are sitting left to right: junior Eric Talwar of Orland Park (Social Science), junior Jackie Harper of Homer Glen (Administration), freshman James Connolly of Palos Park (Physical Education), senior Mikaela O’Dell of Homer Glen (Foreign Language) and junior Anthony Thomas of New Lenox (Theology). Standing left to right are: senior Emily Trudelle of Homer Glen (Fine Arts), sophomore Kyle Bak of Homer Glen (English), sophomore Kieran Kasprzyk of Mokena (Business & Technology), senior Kevin Healy of Joliet (Mathematics) and senior Stephanie Pazden of Tinley Park (Science).

3-9-07

Providence Catholic’s McAuliffe receives two prestigious scholarships

(New Lenox) Don Sebestyen, Principal of Providence Catholic High School is pleased to announce that senior Patrick McAuliffe received the prestigious Chick Evans Caddie Scholarship and the Blackhawk Alumni Scholarship Award. Patrick McAuliffe, son of Thomas and the late Mary Eileen McAuliffe of Tinley Park will attend Northwestern University. McAuliffe is a graduate of Prairie View Middle School and a member of St. Elizabeth Seton Parish. He is an honor roll student, an Illinois State Scholar, AP Scholar and a member of the National Honor Society. Furthermore, McAuliffe plays center on the PCHS Varsity Hockey team.

“We are honored to have Pat as a student at Providence Catholic. He is a tremendous student-athlete and very deserving of these scholarship awards,” offered Sebestyen.

The Chick Evans Caddie Scholarship is a full-tuition scholarship, renewable for up to four years. Supported by tens of thousands of contributors across the country, the Evans Scholarship Program is able to provide more than 800 students with college tuition and housing grants. Caddies must be nominated by their club and meet four requirements to be considered for this award. Candidates must have a strong caddie record, excellent academic standing, demonstrate financial need and have an outstanding character.

Recognized worldwide by hockey enthusiasts, the Chicago Blackhawk Alumni Association is a leader in providing programs and services for its alumni members as well as amateur hockey players across the State of Illinois. Since its inception in 1988, the Blackhawk Alumni have distributed nearly 70 college scholarships to the most deserving hockey players in the state. To determine the most worthy recipients, a selection committee looks at a variety of criteria including community service, volunteerism, good citizenship, as well as hockey talent.

"I was thrilled when Pat called to tell me that he had just heard from the Blackhawk Alumni Scholarship Committee. When the scholarship was conceived, it was done so with the “Pat McAuliffe’s” in mind; he is a good hockey player and an even greater person who has not only excelled in the classroom, but in life. I am really proud of Pat and happy for him and his family," said Terrence LaBella, PCHS Head Varsity Hockey Coach.

3-9-07

Providence Catholic’s Maher Signs National Letter of Intent
with St. Xavier University

(New Lenox) - Don Sebestyen, Principal of Providence Catholic High School is pleased to announce that senior Michael Maher, son of Tom and Cindy Maher, signed his National Letter of Intent to continue playing football at the collegiate level. Michael Maher of Plainfield received the Bruce R. Deaton Memorial Scholarship from St. Xavier University where he plans to major in Criminal Justice or Business. Maher is a graduate of Drauden Point Middle School and a member of St. Mary Immaculate Parish.

As a two-year starter and captain for the Varsity Celtic Football Team, Maher helped his team reach the 2006 IHSA semi-final round versus St. Rita. During his last season as wide receiver, Maher made 68 catches for 1,261 yards receiving and scored 16 touchdowns. In addition, he made 26 tackles as defensive back. During his sophomore year, Maher was a member of the 2004 State Championship Football Team and in 2006 was named to the All-State Team by the Chicago Tribune and Chicago Sun Times, All-Conference by the IHSA Chicago Catholic (Blue) and All-Area by the Herald News, Daily Southtown and The Star newspapers. He was also named “Player of the Year” by the Herald News and The Star newspapers. Furthermore, Maher has also played for the Providence Celtics baseball team as a three-year starter at center field and has been their lead off hitter.

“Mike is one of the best players that I have seen in all my years coaching. He is a well-rounded individual and a team leader. We were very fortunate to have him play for the Celtics and wish him the best of luck at SXU,” commented Mark Coglianese, PCHS Head Football Coach.

3-7-07

Dr. Jim Wand, Hypnotic Entertainer to Perform at Providence Catholic High School

(New Lenox) – Providence Catholic High School will host Dr. Jim Wand, Hypnotic Entertainer on Wednesday, March 28 at 7 PM in the school’s large gymnasium. Dr. Wand is considered to be one of the top hypnotic entertainers in the world today and has worked with celebrities such as Jay Leno, Chris Rock, Carrot Top and Larry The Cable Guy just to mention a few.

In his fast moving, tastefully done performance, Dr. Wand hypnotizes 20 to 30 volunteers from the audience and takes them on a “True Journey Beyond Imagination”. During this 90-minute trip, you might see take offs of American Idol, Survivor, Extreme Makeover and other popular reality shows. You could also experience song and dance routines, male and female reversals, a dog show, stupid pet tricks, a trip to Las Vegas, or an emotional ride on a rollercoaster, motorcycle or NASCAR vehicle.

If you need to get rid of stress, have an enjoyable family entertainment experience, or just want to laugh until you can’t laugh anymore, this is one performance you will want to attend.

This Providence Catholic junior class fundraising event is open to the public and will raise funds for Prom 2007. Tickets are $10.00 for ages 10 and older and $5.00 for students 9 and younger. Providence Catholic is located at 1800 W. Lincoln Highway in New Lenox.

For more information on this event, please contact Mrs. Pat Foster at (815) 485-2136 ext. 519. If you would like to know more about Dr. Jim Wand, please visit his website at www.hypnotism.com.

3-7-07

Providence Catholic Hosts Blood Drive

(New Lenox) - Providence Catholic High School’s largest student organization, the Augustinian Youth Ministry (AYM), recently held its annual Spring Blood Drive. The students, faculty members and even parents at Providence donated 83 units of blood, which will go on to help as many as 249 people in need.

“The members of the Augustinian Youth Ministry are a great group of students and positive role models to their fellow peers,” offered Mrs. Amy Potempa, AYM Moderator and PCHS Theology Teacher. All members of AYM must actively participate in the organization, which has specific requirements. However, it is extremely gratifying to witness the number of students who rise above and beyond their call of duty to help others.”

The Augustinian Youth Ministry is a service-based student organization with over 120 members. Through a number of drives which include blood, clothing, food and toy, the students in AYM are doing a remarkable job in giving back to the community and in living the Christian values they have learned throughout the years. Currently, AYM is hosting a Lenten Food Drive through March 28 to help community members in need. All non-perishable food items will be donated to local parish pantries.

2-28-07

Providence Catholic to Host Third Annual Green and White Hall of Fame Dinner

(New Lenox) Providence Catholic High School’s Athletic Association (PCAA) will host the Third Annual Green and White Hall of Fame Dinner on Sunday, April 1 at Georgios Banquets in Orland Park. This year's inductees are athletes Howard Mabry ‘67 and Geralyn Schubert ‘77, Coach Pat Sullivan and Benefactor LaVerne "Bitz" Brown. In addition, the PCAA will give special recognition to the 1978 Boys’ Basketball, 1981 Wrestling and 1982 Baseball teams.

Tickets for this event are $55.00 per person, which includes dinner and an open bar. Cocktails will be served at 3:00 pm and dinner at 4:00 pm. There will also be a presentation that will acknowledge the honorary guests and raffle drawings. Georgios Banquets is located at 8800 W. 159th Street in Orland Park.

For more information or to receive a Hall of Fame dinner reservation form, please call Bev Welsch at (815) 485-2136 ext. 523.

2-22-07

Providence Catholic’s Fisher Signs National Letter of Intent

(New Lenox) - Don Sebestyen, Principal of Providence Catholic High School is pleased to announce that senior Chris Fisher, son of Robert and Melanie Fisher, signed his National Letter of Intent to continue playing football at the collegiate level. “We are thrilled for Chris and his family. He is a tremendous student and athlete, which gave him this opportunity to pursue his talent beyond high school,” offered Sebestyen.

Chris Fisher of Orland Park will attend McKendree College in Lebanon, IL on a football scholarship and plans to major in Sociology or Criminal Justice. Fisher, an honor roll student, is a graduate of Century Junior High (Orland Park) and a member Our Lady of the Woods parish in Palos Park.

As a two-year starter and captain for the varsity Celtics, he helped his team reach the 2006 IHSA semi-final round versus St. Rita. During his last season as offensive fullback, Fisher scored five touchdowns. In addition, the 6-foot, 235-pounder played sparingly as a defensive lineman, making 11 tackles. During his sophomore year, Fisher was a member of the 2004 State Championship Football Team and in 2006 was named All-Conference by the IHSA Chicago Catholic (Blue) and All-Area by the Herald News, Daily Southtown and The Star newspapers. He also wrestled for three years for the Providence Celtics.

“Chris is a team leader both on the field and in the weight room. I am proud of his accomplishments and glad to see this opportunity for him to continue playing football at the college level,” commented Doug Ternik, PCHS Athletic Director.

2-20-07

Two Providence Catholic Students Sign National Letters of Intent

(New Lenox) - Don Sebestyen, Principal of Providence Catholic High School is pleased to announce that seniors Michael Barry and Ryan Slattery signed their National Letters of Intent to continue their sport at the collegiate level. “We are thrilled for these student-athletes and their families. Their dedication earned them the opportunity to pursue their athletic talents beyond high school. Not only are they tremendous athletes, but also academically strong students,” offered Sebestyen.

Michael Barry of New Lenox will attend the University of St. Francis in Joliet on a combined academic and football scholarship. Barry, an honor roll student, is a graduate of St. Jude New Lenox and a member of their parish. During his last season as Defensive Linebacker for the PCHS Varsity Celtic Football team, he made 156 tackles, 6 sacks and 4 interceptions. In 2006, Barry was named Defensive MVP, Chicago Catholic League All-Conference, Herald News Second Team All-Area, The Star All-Area Team and a Special Mention for the All-State Team. In addition to four years of football, Barry also played for the PCHS Baseball and Wrestling teams. Michael is the son of Steve and Cathy Barry.

Ryan Slattery of Orland Park will attend the Merrimack College in Massachusetts. Slattery is a graduate of Century Junior High and a member St. Elizabeth Seton parish. Academically, he is an honor roll student, Illinois State Scholar and a member of the National Honor Society. During his last season as Defensive Safety for the PCHS Varsity Celtic Football team, he made 81 tackles. In 2006, Slattery was named Chicago Catholic League All-Conference, All-State and All-Academic Team. In addition to four years of football, Slattery has played baseball for the past three years for the PCHS Baseball team. Ryan is the son of Mark and Christine Slattery.

2-7-07

Providence Catholic Cheerleaders honored for 2nd place State finish

(New Lenox) - Providence Catholic High School Varsity Cheerleaders were named the Illinois High School Association’s (IHSA) State Runner-up and earned a 2nd Place trophy for their outstanding performance at the State Cheerleading competition, which took place on Saturday, February 3 in Bloomington, Illinois.

The Providence Catholic cheerleading squad was among more than 200 teams that competed at State. PCHS was ranked 5th in the preliminary round, which included 25 teams. Ten teams advanced to the final round, where Providence Catholic captured 2nd place, earning a total score of 91.92.

An all-school pep rally took place on Monday, February 5 in the school’s Sacred Heart Gymnasium to honor the 22-member varsity squad for their amazing accomplishment. Danielle Lambe, PCHS Varsity Cheerleading Coach, praised the girls for their dedication and thanked the faculty, staff, parents and students for their continuous support.

“The team had to overcome many obstacles to accomplish this incredible achievement. Three days before the State competition, two of our girls collided, sending them to the hospital with serious injuries. The team pulled together to rework their routine, which was flawless. I am so proud of these girls and feel honored to be their coach,” said Lambe.

2-7-07

Two Providence Catholic students selected to play on the Chicago Catholic League All-Star Soccer Team

(New Lenox) Providence Catholic High School is pleased to announce that seniors Petro Czerniak of Orland Park and Jeff Livigni of Homer Glen, both defenders, were selected to play on the Chicago Catholic League All-Star soccer team. For the second consecutive season, the Chicago Storm will host the Catholic League versus Public League High School All-Star Game, which will take place on Saturday, February 24. Beginning at 8 a.m., the areas best high school senior soccer players will face off in two separate games pitting the Catholic League versus the Public League, with college scouts in attendance.

Providence Catholic, De La Salle, Fenwick, Bishop McNamara, Brother Rice, St. Ignatius, St. Rita, St. Laurence and Mt. Carmel are among the Catholic League schools with players that will take part in this showdown. Public League schools include players from Amundsun, Bogan, CMA-B, Foreman, Hubbard, Kelly, Kennedy, Lake View, Lane Tech, Mather, Walter Payton Prep, Prosser, Roosevelt, Steinmetz, Taft and Whitney Young. For school discounts and tickets, call (224) 653-GOAL (4625).

“I am extremely proud of Petro and Jeff for their commitment to soccer, which earned them the opportunity to play at this level. They have both worked very hard and I am excited that they will have the chance to showcase their talent and represent Providence Catholic in this venue,” offered Dan Potempa, PCHS Varsity Soccer Coach.

The Chicago Storm is a member of the Major Indoor Soccer League (MISL). Chicago’s professional indoor soccer team, plays its’ home games at the all-new Sears Centre in Hoffman Estates. For additional information on all aspects of Chicago Storm soccer please call (224) 653-GOAL (4625) or log on to www.chicagostorm.net.

2-6-07

Providence Catholic Announces January Students of the Month

(New Lenox) - Don Sebestyen, Principal of Providence Catholic High School, is pleased to announce the school’s “Students of the Month” for January. These students are recognized for achievement, improvement and/or accomplishments in school courses as well as other school-related activities.

The Providence Catholic High School Students of the Month for January are sitting left to right: senior Katie Boucher of Elwood (Administration), junior Anthony Thomas of New Lenox (Foreign Language), junior Anna Dollinger of Channahon (Social Science), freshman Mike Murdie of Manhattan (Physical Education) and senior Brittany Chionis of Homer Glen (Mathematics).

Standing left to right are: freshman Brigid Presecky of Lemont (English), freshman Krish Ramadurai of Lemont (Business & Technology), senior Joe Rutkiewicz of Tinley Park (Fine Arts), senior Steve Adent of Frankfort (Theology) and sophomore Victoria Schout of Oswego (Science).

1-30-07

Providence Catholic High School announces first semester honor roll

(New Lenox) – Don Sebestyen, Principal of Providence Catholic High School, is pleased to announce the school’s First Semester Honor Roll. The honor roll includes two categories; first honors recipients must obtain a 3.51 - 4.00 G.P.A., whereas second honors students receive a 3.00 - 3.50 G.P.A. The First Semester Honor Roll includes:

Seniors 1st Honors:

Steven Adent, Bridget Albert, Brittany Balzer, Elizabet Biggio, Mary Blatti, Kayla Bloom, Robert Bordner, Scott Brown, Allison Bulow, Caitlin Casper, Brian Cichoracki, Daniel Condon, Sheila Connolly, Kevin Conrath, Mary Daversa, Tiffany Davis, Edward Davis, Julianne Day, Elizabeth Eichorst, Rachel Filer, Moira Gaffney, Gretchen Goetz, Lindsey Hall, Matthew Hammermeister, Brittany Hanrahan, Timothy Harris, Alexandra Haser, Caitlin Hayes, Kevin Healy, Shauna Herbold, Jennifer Hines, George Hinsdale, Anne Huguelet, Jeffrey Jimenez, Monica Joachim, Andrea Klika, Michael Konieczny, Larissa Kries, Andrew Kubinski, Christopher Kulpins, Valerie Lemmenes, Bridget Loftus, Kristine Maday, David Miles, Patrick Mitoraj, Maurice Moore, Conor Moran, Kelsey Morgan, Daniel Morrissette, Daniel Murphy, Meghan Murray, Maureen Nicholson, Nicole Noonan, Timothy ODonnell, Daniel ODonnell, Jennifer OHare, Katherine Olson, Brian Patzin, Stephanie Pazdan, Sigita Poskocimas, Rachel Prezek, Kathryn Revell, Andrew Richardson, Christopher Roman, Matthew Rub, Leslie Ruettiger, Jacob Schultz, Jeffrey Schutzbach, Brendan Sheehy, Yuriy Sizyuk, Ryan Slattery, Sarah Stahurski, Matthew Stone, Brian Stroud, Kathleen Sulikowski, Nicholas Tortorello, Emily Tribbia, Lauren Valentino, Molly Wagner, Katherine Wagner, Matthew Weimar, Bridget Wilkin and Matthew Zarobsky.

Seniors 2nd Honors:

Jessica Anderson, Megan Angellotti, Michael Barry, Theresa Becker, Robert Bennett, Elizabeth Biangmano, Andrew Bosko, Katie Boucher, Christine Briski, Jason Brown, Michelle Burke, Eman Burns, Brett Buttliere, James Cichon, Carson Cleveland, William Cullen, Allison Cunningham, Petro Czerniak, Natalie Czupta, Kaitlin Daly, Cortney Delegan, Christopher Fisher, Christopher Fistek, Patrick Garvin, Katie Gaughan, Mark Grigoletti, Samantha Hawkinson, Michael Holmes, Kendell Hunter, Jason Justus, John Kehres, Christine Kenney, Elizabeth King, Jeffrey Kinsella, Chad Kozar, Matthew Laskero, Elizabeth Leonas, Bill Les, Mark Libera, Kayleigh Libersher, Jon Lindgren, Kristina Magafas, Kevin Mandella, Thomas McCarthy, Michael McPartlin, Anne Miller, Ellen Morgan, Frank Motola, Alexander Nawrocki, Matthew Norville, Taylure ONeill, Joseph Petersen, Jeffrey Price, Zachary Prkut, Bradley Ragsdale, Alexander Richards, Shannon Riemersma, Kevin Riggle, Kirstin Rueck, Jacob Ruettiger, Jennifer Santucci, Lauren Shaughnessy, Dong Min Shin, Weston Six, Leanne Spence, Sally Thomas, Emily Trudelle, Vannessa Vazquez, Megan Wilson and Maura Wood.

Juniors 1st Honors:

Kyle Adent, Stephanie Anzelc, Kelly Ardan, Kaitlin Basic, Jose Battistini, Maura Bayer, Timothy Beemsterboer, Gregory Bennett, Brianne Broderick, Mark Brunner, Sarah Budz, William Burchett, Ashley Christie, Luke Connor, Stephen Cusack, Eric Daliege, Anna Dollinger, Kathryn Dominick, Tara Driscoll, Kenneth Eichorst, Joseph Fitzpatrick, Brittany Flanagan, Sarah Galick, Ashley Gawron, Matthew Gleason, Nicole Good, Ryan Gray, Jonathan Gustafson, Kevin Huguelet, Michael Iacoponi, Scott Jacewicz-OKelly, Lauren Kaczmarek, Michelle Karr, Matthew Kavanaugh, Peter Korbakes, Ronald Kunst, Kevin Lelko, Joshua Lembke, Sean Lindbloom, Brett Lyons, Matthias Mackay, Briana Maher, Gina Mancuso, Katherine Marusarz, Kelsey Mayher, Conor McAuliffe, Matthew Metelak, Daniel Miller, Shane Mitoraj, Colleen Mitros, Eileen Moran, Daniel Mrozek, Shaun Murphy, Francis Murray, Kelsey Naso, Timothy Naughton, Nicholas Niemiec, Cooper Nink, Rachel Palkoska, Zachary Panfil, Mack-Anthony Parayo, Emily Perish, Morgan Ramberg, Jamie Revell, Erica Rudie, Daniel Ruzich, Jennifer Scaduto, Nicholas Schutzbach, Michael Sodic, Carolyn Spiegel, Timothy Stack, Therese Stecich, Andrew Stevens, Ryan Surico, Adam Sweis, Anthony Thomas, Phillip Trowbridge, Kylie Tucker, Kevin Vance, Luke Weimar, Brian Wetherald, Kristen Wetzel, Derek Whitaker, Timothy Winkelman, Danielle Wojtkiewicz and Adrienne Yangas.

Juniors 2nd Honors:

Nicole Adduce, Michelle Annarino, Sean Avendt, Madeleine Baltuska, Thomas Barry, Laura Benck, Joseph Benedetto, Christina Block, James Byrne, Frank Carioti, John Cichy, Kirsten Diehl, Julia Dombrow, Kaitlyn Domico, Derek Fronczak, Ryan Ganser, Jennifer Gerardi, George Gniadecki, Andrew Grennell, Ryan Griffin, Martha Grubisich, Matthew Hayes, Sophia Jaeger, Jessica Johnson, Brittany Klimek, Kaitlyn Koniuszy, Megan Kramer, Bridget Ksiazek, Kevin Maloney, Megan Markham, Malorie Mikolajczak, James Modelski, Sarah Nowicki, Padraic OConnell, Brian OMalley, Ashley Ortiz, Greg Pappas, Keegan Prinsen, Hillary Ray, Julie Rogers, Kevin Ross, Michael Smith, Scott Smyth, Rebecca Stark, Daniel Steed, Meghan Stephens, Nicholas Swiatkowski, Eric Talwar, Matthew Teske, Amberlyn Thorson, James Toures, Jason Vollmer, Megan Walsh, Allison Walsh, Casey Webber, Brendan Whatley and George Wilhelmi.

Sophomores 1st Honors:

Ryan Arciero, Fernanda Ariza, Anton Baltuska, Julianne Bartosz, Samantha Bolyn, Anne Marie Bonaguro, Clinton Boone, Daniel Burke, Diana Carlstrom, Katherine Casey, Caitlin Day, Kaleen DeFilippis, Matthew Doran, Kayla Duffy, Alexander Gialamas, Lindsay Glos, Nicholas Grabavoy, Katherine Hannemann, Caroline Horn, Julianne Johnson, Kieran Kasprzyk, Raymond Kay, Matthew Kehres, Daiaunne King-Bey, Brian Kramer, Kelly Loftus, Nicole Long, Kelly Lyons, Katie Mammosser, Philip Marchi, Maeve McCartin, Kevin McNally, William Meyer, Jennifer Michaels, Joseph Michals, Brian Morgan, Michael Morrissette, Alexander Motola, Kevin Murray, Caitlin Myron, Anthony Netzel, Jamie Noonan, Patrick OBrien, Fiona OConnell, Shannon Oddo, Joshua Panfil, Christopher Passolano, Shane Paty, Steven Podwell, Michael Pytlewski, Andrew Quinlan, MaryKate Reed, Alexandria Remus, Alyssa Sanders, Michael Savage, Victoria Schout, Ryan Senese, Anthony Serpico, Megan Slattery, Nadine Tadros, Sean Tully, Brian Urchell, Hillary Valentino, Alexis Wadowski, Tyler Wall, Amy Wallace, Colin Waller, Patrick Ward, Mary Kate Waters, Raymond Weber, Marissa Welch, Robert Westman, Stephanie Wic, Andrew Woynerowski, Rachel Zeeman and Martin Zon.

Sophomores 2nd Honors:

Jacqueline Almazan, Margaret Bland, Bridget Chidsey, Cathryn Connolly, Luke Conrad, Daniel Cox, Emily Davidson, Erin Durkin, Peter Dyer, Sarah Eisenberg, Carolyn Ferrill, Joshua Fox, Rose Gabler, Kristi Gabriel, Sean Gaffney, Nora Gibbons, Joseph Golinvaux, Mary Grossmayer, Sarah Haley, Rachel Hartz, Jacquelyn Healy, Sean Hegarty , Allie Heniff, Danielle Herbold, Ashley Kash, Abbey Keane, Christopher Kelly, Tyler Kennison, Jacob Kleinick, Allison Kurcz, Jeremy Lackey, James LaMotta, Jacob Lembke, Delaney Ludwig, Jack Mammosser, Kyle Matuszewski, Robert McDonald, Joshua McGhee, Thomas McGuire, Gregory Metelak, Elizabeth Monterosso, Bridget Murphy, Stephanie Murray, Chelsea Neu, Jennifer ODonnell, Ryan Pluciennik, Kathryn Pollard, Kathryn Regan, Mary Riemersma, Lindsey Rubens, Bradley Sather, Eric Sawicki, Katherine Schelinski, Mary Kate Schmidt, Mary Kate Shaughnessy, Maria Shell, Amy Slattery, Caitlin Stone, Jaclyn Sweis, Madelyn Ternes, Kyle Thomas, Alyssa Tisoncik, John Travis, Michael Triana, William Turner, Melissa Verbeck, Ryan VonBorstel, Elizabeth White, Alisa Whiteford, Jordan Williams, Jacob Wojcik and Christina Wright.

Freshmen 1st Honors:

Vincent Alessio, Thomas Ambrose, Joseph Antoniolli, Alexandra Banathy, Marija Beck, Emily Becker, Kristine Begeske, Marius Berner, Dominic Biegel, Eric Blokel, Patricia Bonaguro, Victor Brakauskas, Matthew Brassil, Kyle Breitbarth, James Brightmore, Vincent Brinker, Kathryn Budz, Melissa Budz, Michael Budz, John Burchett, Michael Butkiewicz, Lindsay Cabay, Damian Chavez, John Ciolkosz, Thomas Comise, Michael Concannon, Matthew Connelly, James Connolly, Mary Daniher, Kevin Davis, Brian R. Davis, Zipporah Drake, Kate Draksler, Jenna Driscoll, Matthew Duffy, Dennis Falls, Julia Farnesi, Timothy Foley, Sean Forrest, Nicole Fremarek, Jonathan Galick, Kimberly Gleeson, Kahla Graham, Timothy Hanrahan, Claire Healy, Caitlin Higgins, Michael Hoffmeister, Alison Hoss, Ashleigh Hresan, John Huguelet, Lauren Iacoponi, Samuel Joutras, Katherine Kaminskas, Mark Kaminski, Courtney Kansler, Sarah Kavanaugh, Timothy Kelly, Keyana Kirkland, F. Dylan Krueger, Kirsten Kubinski, Timothy Kunst, Matthew Kurcz, Michelle Kurinec, Michael Kwak, Samantha Lacy, Adam Lamanna, Ian Land, Kevin Lind, Erin Lindbloom, Amy Lukes, Michael Majchrowicz, Thomas Major, Nicole Maloney, Megan Maloney, Andrea Massimilian, Thomas McAuliffe, James McDaniel, Molly McGinnis, Ryan McMaster, Ryan Monahan, Mallory Morgan, Anna Motola, Michael Murdie, James Niemiec, Daniel Noonan, Jonathan ODonnell, Meaghan OSullivan, James Pericht, Gregory Pestrak, Alec Pickett, Tyler Plantz, Edward Pluth, Robert Pollard, Brigid Presecky, Jennifer Prince, Sara Radecki, William Rafferty, Krish Ramadurai, Sean Riggio, Kyle Rzab, Sarah Schlesser, Meredith Sharpe, Michael Smoljan, Jennifer Soprych, Jeremiah Sterr, Ann C. Sweeney, Michael Sweeney, John Thomas, Elizabeth Thomas, Carly Tribbia, Katherine Turk, Andrew Tylin, Kelsey Utter, Brianne Vandenberg, Brian Walsh, Elizabeth Walsh, Nicole Weaver, Abigail Welsch, Elizabeth Westman, Brett Wilkin, Ashley Yanahan and Marissa Zon.

Freshmen 2nd Honors:

Melissa Beamish, Nicole Benedetto, Rachael Bosko, Liam Briick, Ashley Bugos, Colleen Bulow, Kevin Burke, Kiah Christiansen, Cody Cleveland, Casey Collins, Bianca Costello, Fiona Costello, Elizabeth Cotler, Charles Creekmore, Casey Driscoll, Emily Eggen, Ryan Errico, Stephanie Fessler, Amy Flynn, Colleen Gaffney, Michelangelo Garcia, Kelsey Garr, Olivia Goetz, Michael Guerino, Denisse Guerrero, David Hansen, Jeffrey Hayes, Sarah Jackson, Cody Jay, Brianne Johnson, Saly Kabro, Mary Kelly, Tomas Kleiza, Sarah Knouse, Nora Kocher, John Kraus, Theodore Leonas, Katherine Libera, Jonathan Lyman, James Lynch, Misty Lyons, Michelle Maloney, Anne Martin, Madeline Mazurowski, Johnathan McKendry, Joshua McPhail, Hannah Medow, Nicole Michalow, Katie Murdaugh, Michael Perish, Amber Prskalo, Daniel Rimkus, Joseph Saavedra, Joseph Salazar, Jacob Salmich, Danon Salonis-McGrew, Natalie Studer, Anna Sweeney, Elise Swiderek, Lauren Tinervia, Zachary Uminski, Chloe Urbano, Ralph Vennetti, Ryan Waters and Sara Weston.

1-25-07

Providence Catholic’s Hanrahan Signs Letter of Intent with Colgate University

(New Lenox) – Don Sebestyen, Principal of Providence Catholic High School, is pleased to announce that senior Brittany Hanrahan signed her National Letter of Intent to continue her softball career at the collegiate level. “We are extremely proud of Brittany and honored to have her as a student-athlete at Providence Catholic. She is a positive role model and is not only athletically gifted, but academically strong as well,” commented Sebestyen.

Brittany Hanrahan will attend Colgate University, where she plans to major in International Relations. She is a graduate of Hickory Creek Middle School and a parishioner of St. Mary (Mokena). Hanrahan is a high honor roll student, a member of the National Honor Society, an AP Scholar, an Illinois State Scholar and a peer tutor. Furthermore, she is a member of the Academic Team, Habitat for Humanity, a Sacristan and a Eucharistic Minister.

During her junior year, the third base player led the Providence softball team with a .381 batting average. She had 15 doubles, 5 triples, 2 home runs and 29 runs scored. Hanrahan’s 15 doubles and 43 hits in one season set a school record. In addition, she plays in a summer softball league for the Stone City Sharks. In 2006, Hanrahan was named MVP, Chicago Sun Times Top 100 Players, Herald News All-Area and Daily Southtown All-Area. She has also played for the school’s golf team for the past four years.

Hanrahan is the daughter of Timothy and Julianne Hanrahan of Frankfort.

1-18-07

Providence Catholic alumnus to be honored as one of 100 Legends of IHSA Boys’ Basketball

(New Lenox) – Doug Ternik, Athletic Director of Providence Catholic High School, is pleased to announce that Walter Downing, Class of 1981, will be named by the Illinois High School Association (IHSA) on Friday, February 2 as one of the 100 Legends of IHSA Boys’ Basketball. This honor will be given at a ceremony during halftime of the Celtic Varsity Boys’ Basketball match up versus the Bishop McNamara Irish. The game will take place in the school’s Sacred Heart Gymnasium, located at 1800 West Lincoln Highway in New Lenox. In addition, the Providence Catholic Men’s Club will host “Pack the Place Chili Night,” an annual event that serves delicious chili to its hungry fans. The sophomore game begins at 5:45 p.m. and the varsity game at 7:30 p.m.

1-18-07

Providence Catholic’s Mark Grigoletti to perform at the Illinois Music Educators Association All-State Band Conference
(New Lenox) – Don Sebestyen, Principal of Providence Catholic High School, is pleased to announce that senior Mark Grigoletti of Tinley Park was selected by the Illinois Music Educators Association to perform at the All-State Conference, which takes place January 24-27 in Peoria, Illinois. As Providence Catholic’s flute section leader, Grigoletti has been taking private lessons from M r s. Valerie Leitz of New Lenox since he was 10 years old.

In addition to his musical talent, Grigoletti is an honor roll student and was recently named Student of the Month. He is also a drum major for Providence Catholic’s 75 member band. Grigoletti is a member of the Protégé Philharmonic in Chicago, the National Association for Music Education (MENC), Tri-M Music Honor Society and has been named to the All Catholic Honor Band for three consecutive years.

“Mark’s dedication to music reinforces everything I hope a band member will achieve. He is the first student from Providence to receive this high honor and I am extremely proud of his accomplishment,” commented Brandon Faust, PCHS Band Director.

Grigoletti plans to major in music education and is considering Illinois State University, University of Illinois Champaign-Urbana or Millikin University. He is the son of Jeff and Rosanne Grigoletti.

1-17-07

Providence Catholic Announces December Students of the Month

(New Lenox) - Don Sebestyen, Principal of Providence Catholic High School, is pleased to announce the school’s “Students of the Month” for December. These students are recognized for achievement, improvement and/or accomplishments in school courses as well as other school-related activities.

The Providence Catholic High School Students of the Month for December are sitting left to right: senior Jake Schultz of Joliet (Administration), senior Lindsey Hall of Orland Park (Theology), freshman Anne Martin of Minooka (Mathematics), senior Mark Grigoletti of Tinley Park (Fine Arts). Standing left to right are: freshman Molly McGinnis of Lockport (Science), junior Tim Beemsterboer of Tinley Park (English), senior Carolyn Spiegal of Joliet (Business & Technology), freshman Brian Morgan of Joliet (Foreign Language), sophomore Ryan Arciero of Orland Park (Social Science), freshman Sam Joutras of Joliet (Physical Education).

1-4-07

Providence Early Education Center to Host Open House and Registration

(New Lenox) The Providence Catholic Early Education Center welcomes all interested families to attend their Open House and Registration for the upcoming 2007-2008 school year on Sunday, January 28 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Located on the campus of Providence Catholic High School at 1800 W. Lincoln Highway in New Lenox, the Providence Early Education Center emphasizes spiritual, academic, social, physical and creative development in young children. The nurturing environment encourages children to develop a positive self-concept, while allowing them to grow on several levels. All teachers minimally possess bachelor’s degrees and have taught at the PEEC for at least three years.

The preschool is open to three-year-old children on Tuesday and Thursday or Wednesday and Friday. Prekindergarten is offered to four-year-old children Tuesday through Friday. Both preschool and prekindergarten have a morning or afternoon option. Kindergarten is available to five-year-old children on Monday through Friday with a full or half day option.

Please call (815) 485-7129 with any questions. For general information on the school please visit www.providencecatholic.org and click on the Providence Early Education Center link.

12-11-06

Providence Catholic High School to Host Incoming Freshman Placement Exam

(New Lenox) - Providence Catholic High School will host its annual Incoming Freshman Placement Exam on Saturday, January 13, 2007, beginning at 8 a.m. The exam is open to all eighth graders interested in attending Providence for the 2007-2008 school year. The top fifteen scorers on the exam will receive a $1,000 scholarship toward his/her freshman year tuition. Pre-registration is not necessary, but there is a $25 testing fee due on the day of the exam. All testers are asked to bring two #2 pencils. Calculators are not allowed for the exam.

Please call Mrs. Rachel Ellingson at 815-485-2136, ext. 513 with questions concerning Providence’s Incoming Freshman Placement Exam or other admissions information.

12-8-06

Providence Catholic Announces 2006 Illinois State Scholars

(New Lenox) – Don Sebestyen, Principal of Providence Catholic High School is pleased to announce that 48 students have been named 2006 State Scholars by the Illinois Student Assistance Commission (ISAC). The State Scholar program recognizes Illinois high school students for outstanding academic achievement. “We are very proud of these students and their significant accomplishment. They work hard and deserve this honor,” offered Sebestyen.

Students ranking in the top ten percent of the state’s 139,500 high school graduating seniors have been named State Scholars. Selection is based on SAT and/or ACT test score results and/or the students’ class rank at the end of the junior year of high school. While the program does not provide a monetary award, qualified students are encouraged to list the honor on applications for college admissions and scholarships.

The 2006 Illinois State Scholars from Providence Catholic are Brittany Balzer of Homer Glen, Elizabet Biggio of Orland Park, Mary Blatti of Elwood, Robert Bordner of Morris, Scott Brown of Frankfort, Allison Bulow of Frankfort, Brian Cichoracki of New Lenox, Julianne Day of Homer Glen, Elizabeth Eichorst of Oak Forest, Moira Gaffney of Homer Glen, Brittany Hanrahan of Frankfort, Timothy Harris of Orland Park, Alexandra Haser of Frankfort, Caitlin Hayes of Homer Glen, Kevin Healy of Joliet, George Hinsdale of Mokena, Anne Huguelet of Frankfort, Jeff Kinsella of Minooka, Larissa Kries of Minooka, Andrew Kubinski of New Lenox, Christopher Kulpins of Orland Park, Bridget Loftus of Orland Park, Kristine Maday of Lemont, Patrick McAuliffe of Tinley Park, Thomas McCarthy of Tinley Park, Patrick Mitoraj of Mokena, Conor Moran of Lockport, Daniel Morrissette of Joliet, Alexander Nawrocki of Mokena, Maureen Nicholson of Homer Glen, Jennifer O’Hare of Homer Glen, Timothy O’Donnell of Frankfort, Brian Patzin of Tinley Park, Stephanie Pazdan of Tinley Park, Sigita Poskocimas of Homer Glen, Andrew Richardson of Mokena, Kevin Riggle of New Lenox, Matthew Rub of Shorewood, Jacob Schultz of Joliet, Jeffrey Schutzbach of New Lenox, Brendan Sheehy of Orland Park, Yuriy Sizyuk of Homer Glen, Ryan Slattery of Orland Park, Nicholas Tortorello of Orland Park, Lauren Valentino of Lemont, Katherine Wagner of Homer Glen, Molly Wagner of Frankfort and Bridget Wilkin of Orland Park.

12-5-06

Providence Catholic Announces November Students of the Month

(New Lenox) - Don Sebestyen, Principal of Providence Catholic High School, is pleased to announce the school’s “Students of the Month” for November. These students are recognized for achievement, improvement and/or accomplishments in school courses as well as other school-related activities.

Every month, each academic department chairperson selects one student as its “Student of the Month” from a number of students nominated by teachers. Students of the Month receive a certificate of recognition, have their pictures displayed in Providence Catholic High School’s main hallway for the following month and are invited as a group to have lunch with the Principal.

The Providence Catholic High School Students of the Month for November are sitting left to right: senior Brittany Hanrahan of Frankfort (Theology-October), junior Anthony Thomas of New Lenox (Business and Technology), junior Alex Crawford of New Lenox (Administration), freshman Katie Draksler of Channahon (Foreign Language) and senior Bridget Albert of Homer Glen (English). Standing left to right are: junior Kevin Ross of Homer Glen (Administration-October), junior Eric Talwar of Orland Park (Science), senior Nicole Noonan of Frankfort (Mathematics), senior Scott Brown of Frankfort (Social Science), senior Gretchen Goetz of Orland Park (Fine Arts), freshman Emily Becker of Homer Glen (Theology) and freshman Kevin Davis of Mokena (Physical Education).

11-14-06

Providence Catholic’s Brian Stroud Signs National Letter of Intent

(New Lenox) – Doug Ternik, Athletic Director of Providence Catholic High School is pleased to announce that senior Brian Stroud signed his National Letter of Intent to play baseball at the college level. “We are very proud of Brian. His dedication and commitment has earned him the opportunity to pursue his athletic talent beyond high school. Not only is Brian a tremendous three-sport athlete, but also academically gifted,” offered Ternik.

Brian Stroud of Joliet will attend Western Michigan University on a baseball scholarship and is interested in business or history as his major. Stroud is a graduate of the Cathedral of St. Raymond in Joliet and a member of their parish. He is an honor roll student, a student ambassador and was named Student of the Month.

Stroud has played football, basketball and baseball all four years at Providence. He finished his junior year baseball season 9-2 with a 0.81 ERA, 88 strikeouts and a .352 batting average. Furthermore, he received first team All-Area, All-State and All-Conference. As a varsity basketball forward, Stroud averaged 10 points and 6 rebounds per game his junior year. Currently, the 6-foot-4 quarterback has 19 touchdowns and 2061 yards passing with a 53% completion record.

“Providence has given me a great education and taught me values that I will use the rest of my life. The teachers and staff have helped me to become more in touch with God and to have more respect for others and for life,” commented Stroud.

Brian is the son of Bob and Eileen Stroud.

11-8-06

Providence Catholic Women’s Club Presents “Tis the Season” Christmas Ball
(New Lenox) - Providence Catholic High School Women’s Club will host “Tis the Season” Christmas Ball on Saturday, December 2 at the Jacob Henry Mansion. This wonderful evening of dinner, auctions and live entertainment by 7Deez Band begins at 6 PM. Tickets are $80 per person and include dinner and open bar (must be 21). Please contact Rosemary Leonard at (708) 466-0997 to reserve your seat or to make a donation. Proceeds from this fundraising event will benefit Providence Catholic High School. The Jacob Henry Mansion is located at 20 South Eastern Avenue in Joliet.

11-8-06

Providence Catholic to Host Fifth Annual Christmas Shopping Night
(New Lenox) - Providence Catholic High School Women’s Club will host their Fifth Annual Christmas Shopping Night on Thursday, November 30 from 5 PM to 9 PM. A wide variety of upscale vendors will offer fabulous merchandise that includes crystal, china, candles, holiday and home décor, custom jewelry, designer-inspired purses, bags, accessories, hand-painted glassware, gift certificates, beauty and spa products, gourmet chocolates, food, candies, wine and much more.

This year’s vendors include, but not limited to All That Glitters, Buddy’s Pet Bakery, Finishing Touch Interiors, Girlfriend’s Closet Boutique, Gold Canyon Candles, How Charming, Mary Kay Cosmetics, Pampered Chef, Providence Catholic Bookstore, RSVP Invitations & Stationary, Southern Living, Tastefully Simple and Wine Country.

Providence Catholic is located at 1800 W. Lincoln Highway in New Lenox. Admission is free. Complimentary wine and appetizers will be served. For more information, contact Michelle Skoglund at (708) 226-1665 or Maureen Keane at (708) 805-2368.

11-7-06

Providence Catholic High School Announces First Quarter Honor Roll

(New Lenox) – Don Sebestyen, Principal of Providence Catholic High School, is pleased to announce the school’s First Quarter Honor Roll. The honor roll includes two categories; first honors recipients must obtain a 3.51 - 4.00 G.P.A., whereas second honors students receive a 3.00 - 3.50 G.P.A. The First Quarter Honor Roll includes:

Seniors 1st Honors: Steven Adent, Bridget Albert, Brittany Balzer, Michael Barry, Elizabeth Biangmano, Elizabet Biggio, Mary Blatti, Kayla Bloom, Robert Bordner, Katie Boucher, Scott Brown, Jason Brown, Allison Bulow, Caitlin Casper, Brian Cichoracki, Carson Cleveland, Dan Condon, Sheila Connolly, Kevin Conrath, Allison Cunningham, Petro Czerniak, Mary D’Aversa, Tiffany Davis, Edward Davis, Julianne Day, Elizabeth Eichorst, Rachel Filer, Moira Gaffney, Gretchen Goetz, Lindsey Hall, Matthew Hammermeister, Brittany Hanrahan, Timothy Harris, Alexandra Haser, Caitlin Hayes, Kevin Healy, Shauna Herbold, Jennifer Hines, George Hinsdale, Michael Holmes, Anne Huguelet, Jeffrey Jimenez, Monica Joachim, Andrea Klika, Michael Konieczny, Larissa Kries, Andrew Kubinski, Christopher Kulpins, Matthew Laskero, Valerie Lemmenes, Bill Les, Bridget Loftus, Kristine Maday, Patrick McAuliffe, Thomas McCarthy, Michael McPartlin, David Miles, Patrick Mitoraj, Maurice Moore, Conor Moran, Kelsey Morgan, Daniel Morrissette, Daniel Murphy, Meghan Murray, Maureen Nicholson, Nicole Noonan, Timothy O’Donnell, Daniel O’Donnell, Jennifer O’Hare, Katherine Olson, Brian Patzin, Stephanie Pazdan, Sigita Poskocimas, Rachel Prezek, Kathryn Revell, Andrew Richardson, Shannon Riemersma, Christopher Roman, Matthew Rub, Leslie Ruettiger, Jacob Schultz, Jeffrey Schutzbach, Brendan Sheehy, Weston Six, Yuriy Sizyuk, Ryan Slattery, Sarah Stahurski, Matthew Stone, Brian Stroud, Nicholas Tortorello, Emily Tribbia, Emily Trudelle, Lauren Valentino, Molly Wagner, Katherine Wagner, Matthew Weimar, Bridget Wilkin and Matthew Zarobsky.

Seniors 2nd Honors: Jessica Anderson, Megan Angellotti, Anthony Beamish, Theresa Becker, Robert Bennett, Andrew Bosko, Matthew Brennan, Christine Briski, Michelle Burke, Eman Burns, Brett Buttliere, Sara Carrano, James Cichon, Angelo Corso, Angelica Costa, William Cullen, Kaitlin Daly, Cortney Delegan, Carrie Dole, Erin Engwall, Christopher Fisher, Christopher Fistek, Michelle Francis, Patrick Garvin, Katie Gaughan, Aaron Gawron, Mark Grigoletti, Timothy Grinter, Samantha Hawkinson, Kendell Hunter, Ann Hunziker, Jason Justus, John Kehres, Christine Kenney, Elizabeth King, Jennifer Konopko, Chad Kozar, Taylor-Renee Lefevers, Elizabeth Leonas, Mark Libera, Kayleigh Libersher, Jon Lindgren, David Litterio, Kristina Magafas, Mary McHugh, Michael Mikolajczak, Ellen Morgan, Frank Motola, Alyssa Neitzel, Matthew Norville, Margaret O’Brien, Taylure O’Neill, Joseph Petersen, Jeffrey Price, Zachary Prkut, Bradley Ragsdale, Alexander Richards, Kevin Riggle, Kelsey Rimkus, Kirstin Rueck, Jacob Ruettiger, Alyssa Ryan, Jennifer Santucci, Mollie Scahill, Molly Schau, Jennifer Schout, Lauren Shaughnessy, Dong Min Shin, Megan Skelley, Daniel Sloan, Leanne Spence, Michelle Uccardi, Vannessa Vazquez, Megan Wilson and Maura Wood.

Juniors 1st Honors: Kyle Adent, Stephanie Anzelc, Kelly Ardan, Thomas Barry, Kaitlin Basic, Jose Battistini, Maura Bayer, Timothy Beemsterboer, Gregory Bennett, Brianne Broderick, Mark Brunner, Sarah Budz, William Burchett, Ashley Christie, Luke Connor, Stephen Cusack, Eric Daliege, Anna Dollinger, Kathryn Dominick, Tara Driscoll, Kenneth Eichorst, Joseph Fitzpatrick, Brittany Flanagan, Derek Fronczak, Sarah Galick, Ashley Gawron, Matthew Gleason, Nicole Good, Ryan Gray, Jonathan Gustafson, Michael Iacoponi, Scott Jacewicz-Okelly, Lauren Kaczmarek, Michelle Karr, Matthew Kavanaugh, Kaitlyn Koniuszy, Peter Korbakes, Ronald Kunst, Kevin Lelko, Joshua Lembke, Sean Lindbloom, Brett Lyons, Matthias Mackay, Katherine Marusarz, Kelsey Mayher, Conor McAulifffe, Matthew Metelak, Daniel Miller, Shane Mitoraj, Colleen Mitros, James Modelski, Eileen Moran, Daniel Mrozek, Shaun Murphy, Francis Murray, Timothy Naughton, Nicholas Niemiec, Cooper Nink, Rachel Palkoska, Zachary Panfil, Mack-Anthony Parayo, Emily Perish, Keegan Prinsen, Morgan Ramberg, Hillary Ray, Jamie Revell, Julie Rogers, Erica Rudie, Daniel Ruzich, Jennifer Scaduto, Nicholas Schutzbach, Michael Sodic, Carolyn Spiegel, Timothy Stack, Therese Stecich, Andrew Stevens, Ryan Surico, Nicholas Swiatkowski, Anthony Thomas, Amberlyn Thorson, Phillip Trowbridge, Kylie Tucker, Kevin Vance, Allison Walsh, Luke Weimar, Brian Wetherald, Kristen Wetzel, Timothy Winkelman, Danielle Wojtkiewicz and Adrienne Yangas.

Juniors 2nd Honors: Michelle Annarino, Sean Avendt, Madeleine Baltuska, April Bawolek, Laura Benck, Joseph Benedetto, Christina Block, James Byrne, Frank Carioti, John Cichy, Mark Coglianese, Raymond Crotty, Bryan Davis, Kirsten Diehl, Julia Dombrow, Kaitlyn Domico, Nicholas Galassi, Ryan Ganser, George Gniadecki, Andrew Grennell, Ryan Griffin, Martha Grubisich, Matthew Hayes, Daniel Hettinger, Daniel Horvath, Kevin Huguelet, Sophia Jaeger, Nick Jaquest, Brittany Klimek, Joseph Koch, Megan Kramer, Bridget Ksiazek, Briana Maher, Kevin Maloney, Gina Mancuso, Megan Markham, Malorie Mikolajczak, Kelsey Naso, Sarah Nowicki, Padraic O’Connell, Brian O’Malley, Kristin Orlando, Ashley Ortiz, Greg Pappas, Christa Phillips, Kyle Rea, Kevin Ross, Michael Smith, Scott Smyth, Daniel Steed, Meghan Stephens, Adam Sweis, Matthew Teske, James Toures, Kyle Umgelder, Jason Vollmer, Megan Walsh, Casey Webber, Jeremy Weston, Brendan Whatley, Derek Whitaker, Joshua Widdows, George Wilhelmi and Kevin Winters.

Sophomores 1st Honors: Ryan Arciero, Fernanda Ariza, Anton Baltuska, Julianne Bartosz, Samantha Bolyn, Anne Marie Bonaguro, Clinton Boone, Daniel Burke, Diana Carlstrom, Cathryn Connolly, Luke Conrad, Emily Davidson, Caitlin Day, Kaleen Defilippis, Matthew Doran, Kayla Duffy, Joshua Fox, Kristi Gabriel, Alexander Gialamas, Lindsay Glos, Joseph Golinvaux, Nicholas Grabavoy, Katherine Hannemann, Caroline Horn, Julianne Johnson, Raymond Kay, Matthew Kehres, Christopher Kelly, Daiaunne King-Bey, Brian Kramer, Kelly Loftus, Nicole Long, Kelly Lyons, Katie Mammosser, Philip Marchi, Maeve McCartin, William Meyer, Jennifer Michaels, Joseph Michals, Brian Morgan, Michael Morrissette, Alexander Motola, Kevin Murray, Caitlin Myron, Anthony Netzel, Jamie Noonan, Fiona O’Connell, Shannon Oddo, Joshua Panfil, Christopher Passolano, Shane Paty, Ryan Pluciennik, Steven Podwell, Kathryn Pollard, Michael Pytlewski, Andrew Quinlan, Marykate Reed, Alexandria Remus, Lindsey Rubens, Alyssa Sanders, Bradley Sather, Michael Savage, Victoria Schout, Ryan Senese, Anthony Serpico, Megan Slattery, Nadine Tadros, Sean Tully, Brian Urchell, Hillary Valentino, Melissa Verbeck, Ryan Vonborstel, Alexis Wadowski, Tyler Wall, Amy Wallace, Colin Waller, Patrick Ward, Mary Kate Waters, Raymond Weber, Marissa Welch, Robert Westman, Elizabeth White, Stephanie Wic, Jordan Williams, Andrew Woynerowski, Christina Wright, Rachel Zeeman and Martin Zon.

Sophomores 2nd Honors: Lauren Barnes, Alex Becker, Margaret Bland, Katherine Casey, Bridget Chidsey, Daniel Cox, Erin Durkin, Dustin Duzinskas, Peter Dyer, Sarah Eisenberg, Carolyn Ferrill, Rose Gabler, Sean Gaffney, Nora Gibbons, Mary Grossmayer, Sarah Haley, Rachel Hartz, Jacquelyn Healy, Sean Hegarty, Seamus Hehir, Allie Heniff, Ashley Kash, Kieran Kasprzyk, Abbey Keane, Tyler Kennison, Jacob Kleinick, Elizabeth Knerr, Gina Koszulinski, Allison Kurcz, Jeremy Lackey, James Lamotta, Jacob Lembke, Steven Lloyd, Delaney Ludwig, Jack Mammosser, Kyle Matuszewski, Robert McDonald, Joshua McGhee, Thomas McGuire, Kevin McNally, Gregory Metelak, Bridget Murphy, Stephanie Murray, Chelsea Neu, Patrick O’Brien, Jennifer O’Donnell, Matthew Patzin, Jacob Popek, Kathryn Regan, Mary Riemersma, Eric Sawicki, Katherine Schelinski, Mary Kate Schmidt, Mary Kate Shaughnessy, Maria Shell, Ryan Simmons, Amy Slattery, Patrice Smetana, Caitlin Stone, Jaclyn Sweis, Madelyn Ternes, Kyle Thomas, Alyssa Tisoncik, John Travis, Alison Trojan, William Turner, Alisa Whiteford, Jacob Wojcik, Patrick Wright and Michael Zeniecki.

Freshmen 1st Honors: Thomas Ambrose, Joseph Antoniolli, Alexandra Banathy, Melissa Beamish, Marija Beck, Emily Becker, Kristine Begeske, Nicole Benedetto, Marius Berner, Dominic Biegel, Eric Blokel, Patricia Bonaguro, Rachael Bosko, Victor Brakauskas, Matthew Brassil, Kyle Breitbarth, James Brightmore, Vincent Brinker, Kathryn Budz, Melissa Budz, Michael Budz, Ashley Bugos, John Burchett, Lindsay Cabay, Damian Chavez, John Ciolkosz, Casey Collins, Thomas Comise, Michael Concannon, Matthew Connelly, James Connolly, Mary Daniher, Zipporah Drake, Kate Draksler, Jenna Driscoll, Matthew Duffy, Ryan Errico, Dennis Falls, Sean Forrest, Nicole Fremarek, Jonathan Galick, Kimberly Gleeson, Kahla Graham, Timothy Hanrahan, Jeffrey Hayes, Claire Healy, Caitlin Higgins, Michael Hoffmeister, Alison Hoss, Ashleigh Hresan, John Huguelet, Lauren Iacoponi, Samuel Joutras, Katherine Kaminskas, Mark Kaminski, Courtney Kansler, Sarah Kavanaugh, Timothy Kelly, Tomas Kleiza, F. Dylan Krueger, Kirsten Kubinski, Timothy Kunst, Matthew Kurcz, Michelle Kurinec, Michael Kwak, Samantha Lacy, Adam Lamanna, Ian Land, Erin Lindbloom, Amy Lukes, Michael Majchrowicz, Thomas Major, Nicole Maloney, Megan Maloney, Andrea Massimilian, Thomas McAuliffe, James McDaniel, Molly McGinnis, Ryan McMaster, Ryan Monahan, Mallory Morgan, Anna Motola, Michael Murdie, James Niemiec, Daniel Noonan, Jonathan Odonnell, Meaghan Osullivan, James Pericht, Gregory Pestrak, Alec Pickett, Tyler Plantz, Edward Pluth, Brigid Presecky, Jennifer Prince, Amber Prskalo, Sara Radecki, William Rafferty, Krish Ramadurai, Sean Riggio, Sarah Schlesser, Meredith Sharpe, Michael Smoljan, Jennifer Soprych, Jeremiah Sterr, Ann C. Sweeney, Michael Sweeney, John Thomas, Elizabeth Thomas, Carly Tribbia, Katherine Turk, Andrew Tylin, Kelsey Utter, Brianne Vandenberg, Brian Walsh, Elizabeth Walsh, Nicole Weaver, Abigail Welsch, Elizabeth Westman, Brett Wilkin, Ashley Yanahan, Caitlin Zenner and Marissa Zon.

Freshmen 2nd Honors: Vincent Alessio, Megan Arseneau, Michael Bracken, Liam Briick, Michael Butkiewicz, Kiah Christiansen, Cody Cleveland, Bianca Costello, Fiona Costello, Charles Creekmore, Jeremy Crnich, Brian R. Davis, Kevin Davis, Casey Driscoll, Emily Eggen, Julia Farnesi, Stephanie Fessler, Amy Flynn, Timothy Foley, Colleen Gaffney, Michelangelo Garcia, Hannah Gardner, Kelsey Garr, Michael Guerino, Denisse Guerrero, David Hansen, Cody Jay, Brianne Johnson, Keyana Kirkland, Samuel Klyczek, Sarah Knouse, Nora Kocher, John Kraus, Steven Laski, Theodore Leonas, Jonathan Lyman, James Lynch, Misty Lyons, Michelle Maloney, Vincent Mazany, Johnathan McKendry, Hannah Medow, Marissa Olmos, Michael Perish, Robert Pollard, Daniel Rimkus, Joseph Saavedra, Jacob Salmich, Derek Schultz, Alexander Sicinski, Natalie Studer, Lauren Tinervia, Zachary Uminski, Chloe Urbano, Ralph Vennetti and Sarah Wertelka.

11-1-06

Providence Catholic Announces October Students of the Month

(New Lenox) - Don Sebestyen, Principal of Providence Catholic High School, is pleased to announce the school’s “Students of the Month” for October. These students are recognized for achievement, improvement and/or accomplishments in school courses as well as other school-related activities.

Every month, each academic department chairperson selects one student as its “Student of the Month” from a number of students nominated by teachers. Students of the Month receive a certificate of recognition, have their pictures displayed in Providence Catholic High School’s main hallway for the following month and are invited as a group to have lunch with the Principal.

The Providence Catholic High School Students of the Month for October are sitting left to right: freshman Mary Kate Daniher of Mokena (Physical Education), freshman Eric Blokel of Homer Glen (Science), junior Matt Metelak of Homer Glen (Mathematics) and sophomore Katie Mammosser of Joliet (English). Standing left to right are: freshman Jenny Prince of Lemont (Business and Technology), senior Val Lemmenes of Orland Park (Fine Arts), sophomore Philip Marchi of Tinley Park (Social Science) and Freshman Claire Healy of Joliet (Foreign Language). Not pictured: Senior Brittany Hanrahan of Frankfort (Theology) and Junior Kevin Ross of Homer Glen (Administration).

10-30-06

Providence Early Education Center Receives a Lesson on Fire Safety

(New Lenox) The New Lenox Fire Department recently visited Providence Early Education Center (PEEC) to teach students ages 3 to 5, the importance of fire safety. “The fire department does a great job of teaching the children about fire safety. They know just how to bring a very important topic down to their level,” offered Mrs. Laura McErlean, Principal of PEEC.

The Providence Early Education Center is located on the campus of Providence Catholic High School in New Lenox and has available openings for students at the preschool (3 years old) and prekindergarten (4 years old) levels for the 2006-2007 school year. The nurturing environment of the school encourages children to develop a positive self-concept, while allowing them to grow spiritually, physically, socially, and emotionally. Please call 815-485-7129 with questions, to set up a tour of the school or to register your child. For general information on the school please visit www.providencecatholic.org and click on the Providence Early Education Center link.

10-30-06

Providence Catholic Hosts Sixth Annual Academic Bowl

(New Lenox) Providence Catholic High School recently hosted their Sixth Annual Academic Bowl for seventh and eighth grade students on Saturday, October 21. The spectacular competition attracted nearly 300 seventh and eighth graders plus their families. Students competed in several subject areas that included Language Arts, Social Studies, Science, Mathematics and Geography. Students earned personal scores in each subject area, which were tabulated and compared to students from other elementary schools at their same grade level, both as a teams and individuals.

Trophies were awarded to the top four teams at both grade levels, as well as to the top five individuals in each subject area. All participants received an Academic Bowl certificate recognizing them for being named to their school’s team. All awards were presented at a ceremony immediately following the competition.

This year’s top awards are as follows:

8th Grade 1st Place Team Competition
Cardinal Bernardin School of Orland Hills

7th Grade 1st Place Team Competition
Central Middle School of Tinley Park

8th Grade 1st Place Individual Competition
Language Arts – Therese Castrogiovanni from St. Alphonsus/St. Pat’s (Lemont)
Science – Jake Groselak from SS Cyril & Methodius (Lemont)
Math – Magdalena Siadlak from Central Middle School (Tinley Park)
Social Studies – Joe Wlos from St. Lawrence O’Toole (Matteson)
Geography – Ryan Kuna from St. Jude (New Lenox)

7th Grade 1st Place Individual Competition
Language Arts – Marjorie Dallmann from SS Cyril & Methodius (Lemont)
Science – Ryan Their from St. Damian (Oak Forest)
Math – Matthew Dowling from Central Middle School (Tinley Park)
Social Studies – Elizabeth Zborek from Charles J. Sahs (Stickney Township)
Geography – Michael Irwin from St. George (Tinley Park)

10-26-06

Providence Catholic Student Receives National Hispanic Recognition

(New Lenox) – Don Sebestyen, Principal of Providence Catholic High School is pleased to announce that senior Brian Cichoracki of New Lenox was recently recognized by the College Board’s National Hispanic Recognition Program as a Scholar Finalist.

The National Hispanic Recognition Program, established in 1983, is a College Board program that provides national recognition of the exceptional academic achievements of Hispanic high school seniors and identifies them for postsecondary institutions.

Students enter the program by taking the Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test (PSAT/NMSQT®) as high school juniors and by identifying themselves as Hispanic. This year, more than 175,000 PSAT/NMSQT® takers nationwide identified themselves as Hispanic, and 4,700 of those students have been recognized as National Hispanic Scholars or Honorable Mention Finalists based upon their PSAT/NMSQT® scores and their academic achievements.

The College Board is a not-for-profit membership association whose mission is to connect students to college success and opportunity. Founded in 1900, the association is composed of more than 5,000 schools, colleges, universities, and other educational organizations. Each year, the College Board serves seven million students and their parents, 23,000 high schools, and 3,500 colleges through major programs and services in college admissions, guidance, assessment, financial aid, enrollment, and teaching and learning. Among its best-known programs are the SAT®, the PSAT/NMSQT®, and the Advanced Placement Program (AP®). The College Board is committed to the principles of excellence and equity, and that commitment is embodied in all of its programs, services, activities, and concerns.

10-23-06

Providence Catholic Hosts Blood Drive

(New Lenox) - Providence Catholic High School’s largest student organization, the Augustinian Youth Ministry (AYM), recently held its annual Fall Blood Drive. The students, faculty members and even parents at Providence donated 81 units of blood, which will go on to help as many as 243 people in need. A second blood drive is scheduled for March 6, 2007.

“Every year, the Augustinian Youth Ministry sets a great example for all of the students in the area as to how important it is to serve your community and help others in need,” offered Don Sebestyen, Principal of the high school. “Through a number of drives which include blood, clothing, food and toy, the students in AYM are doing a remarkable job in giving back to the community and in living the Christian values they have learned throughout the years.” Augustinian Youth Ministry is a service-based student organization with over 120 members that hosts a number of activities and events annually to support the local community.

10-23-06

Providence Catholic to Host Open House

(New Lenox) - Providence Catholic High School in New Lenox invites all grade school students and their families to attend their annual Open House on Sunday, November 19, 2006 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Guests will have the opportunity to gather information about the various academic, spiritual and extracurricular programs that PCHS has to offer. Furthermore, PCHS administrators, faculty, staff and students will be on hand to answer questions and provide tours of the school. All members of the community are invited to experience Providence Catholic’s family atmosphere first-hand.

In addition, Providence will host its Incoming Freshmen Placement Exam on Saturday, January 13, 2007, beginning at 8 a.m. The exam is open to all eighth graders interested in attending Providence for the 2007-2008 school year. The top fifteen scorers on the exam will receive a $1,000 scholarship toward his/her freshman year tuition. Pre-registration is not necessary, but there is a $25 testing fee due on the day of the exam. All testers are asked to bring two #2 pencils. Calculators are not allowed for the exam.

Please call Mrs. Rachel Ellingson at 815-485-2136, ext. 513 with any questions concerning Providence Catholic’s Open House or Incoming Freshmen Placement Exam. The school is located at 1800 W. Lincoln Hwy. in New Lenox.

10-18-06

Providence Catholic Drama Club Presents “And Then There Were None”

(New Lenox) The Providence Catholic High School Drama Club will present its fall play, “And Then There Were None, by Agatha Christie.” The play is directed by Mrs. Lori Carmine. The evening performances will take place Thursday through Saturday, November 2 - 4 at 7:00 PM. There will also be a matinee performance at 2:00 PM on Sunday, November 5. All shows will be held at Bicentennial Park in Joliet. If you have any questions or to reserve tickets, contact Mrs. Marybeth Harris, Fine Arts Chair at (815) 485-2136, ext. 531.

10-10-06

Providence Catholic High School’s Homecoming Highlights

(New Lenox) Homecoming 2006 for Providence Catholic High School was an amazing week of fun and games. The New Lenox school enjoyed a week of activities geared toward this annual event, which is traditionally known for its showcase of school pride. Homecoming Week ran from October 2 through October 7.

During Friday's Homecoming Assembly, the 2006 Homecoming Court was introduced and included, Theresa Becker of Homer Glen, Kelsey Rimkus of Homer Glen, Natalie Czupta of Lemont, Maura Wood of Orland Park, Annie Huguelet of Frankfort, Mike Barry of New Lenox, Brian Stroud of Joliet, Mike Maher of Plainfield, Brandon Phillips of Joliet, and Conor Meegan of New Lenox. The 2006 Homecoming King and Queen were Conor Meegan and Annie Huguelet.

Friday night, the PCHS Parents’ Clubs hosted a “Celtic Spirit Night” cookout for all of the Celtic fans, which included complimentary food and beverages. Prior to the varsity football match-up between the Providence Celtics and Fenwick Friars, 1997 PCHS alumnus, Captain Matthew Uremovich performed the honorary coin toss. The Providence Catholic Celtics defeated the Fenwick Friars 23 to 21.

Captain Uremovich is currently serving our country as Platoon Leader for the U.S. Special Operations Direct Action Unit and has been awarded numerous medals for his service in Iraq. He has earned the Bronze Star Medal with Valor Device, the Bronze Star Medal, the Joint Army Accommodation Medal with Valor Device, two Purple Hearts and the Army Accommodation Medal.

The Homecoming Dance, themed “Underwater Paradise,” was held at Providence Catholic on Saturday night, completing a week of good times and fond memories for the students, faculty, staff and alumni of Providence Catholic High School.

10-2-06

Three Providence Catholic Students Receive National Recognition

(New Lenox) Don Sebestyen, Principal of Providence Catholic High School, is pleased to announce that seniors Elizabet Biggio of Orland Park, Kevin Healy of Joliet and Andrew Kubinski of New Lenox were recently named Commended Students in the 2007 National Merit Scholarship Program. These bright individuals are among 34,000 Commended Students throughout the nation and are placed in the top five percent of more than one million students who entered this competition by taking the 2005 Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test.

“We are very proud of these students who have demonstrated outstanding academic ability by their performance in this highly competitive program. Their commitment to academic excellence is truly admirable,” commented Sebestyen.

10-2-06

Providence Catholic Announces September Students of the Month

(New Lenox) - Don Sebestyen, Principal of Providence Catholic High School, is pleased to announce the school’s “Students of the Month” for September. These students are recognized for achievement, improvement and/or accomplishments in school courses as well as other school-related activities.

Every month, each academic department chairperson selects one student as its “Student of the Month” from a number of students nominated by teachers. Students of the Month receive a certificate of recognition, have their pictures displayed in Providence Catholic High School’s main hallway for the following month and are invited as a group to have lunch with the Principal.

The Providence Catholic High School Students of the Month for September are sitting left to right: sophomore Kaleen DeFilippis of Homer Glen (English), senior Andrea Klika of Lockport (Foreign Language), senior Larissa Kries of Minooka (Business & Technology), freshman Abigail Welsch of Plainfield (Theology) and freshman Marissa Zon of Joliet (Science). Standing left to right are: freshman John Ciolkosz of Homer Glen (Physical Education), senior Matt Zarobsky of Homer Glen (Fine Arts), junior Brian Noetzel of Orland Park (Administration), senior Kevin Riggle of Frankfort (Social Science) and sophomore Luke Conrad of Lockport (Mathematics).

8-29-06

Providence Catholic Celtic Football to be Broadcast on ESPNU

(New Lenox) Doug Ternik, Athletic Director of Providence Catholic High School, along with Head Football Coach Mark Coglianese are pleased to announce the Varsity Celtic Football game versus Mt. Carmel High School will be broadcast on ESPNU on Thursday, September 7 at 7:00 PM. This exciting match up was rescheduled to accommodate this special coverage, which will be played in Providence Catholic’s Bishop Kaffer Stadium. The sophomore game is still scheduled for Friday, September 8 at 5:00 PM. Please direct any questions to Doug Ternik at (815) 485-2136 ext. 539.

8-25-06

Providence to Host Pee Wee Cheerleading Clinic

(New Lenox) Danielle Lambe, Providence Catholic High School's Varsity Cheerleading Coach is happy to announce the return of the Pee Wee Cheer Clinic, which will be held on Columbus Day, October 9 from 10:00 AM until 1:00 PM. The clinic will take place in the school’s gymnasium and is open to children in grades K through 8. Participants will learn the fundamental skills of cheerleading that include chants, cheers, dance, motions and jumps. With the guidance of Ms. Lambe and the PCHS cheerleaders, the youngsters will have the opportunity to show off their routine for their parents and friends at 12:30 PM.

The cost of the clinic is $20.00, which includes a PCHS cheerleading t-shirt and a break with juice and snacks. Participants are guaranteed personal attention from both the PCHS cheerleaders and coaches. Registrations must be received by Monday, September 25 and may be downloaded from the Providence Catholic website at www.providencecatholic.org (click on the cheerleading page).

8-21-06

Providence Catholic to Dedicate Matt Senffner Field

(New Lenox) On Friday, August 25, 2006, Providence Catholic High School will honor the legendary Matt Senffner by dedicating the school’s football field in his name. Prior to the 7:30 PM start of the varsity football game against Lincoln Way East, Bishop Roger Kaffer will dedicate and bless Matt Senffner Field. As honorary guest, Senffner will then perform the coin toss.

Senffner with 300 varsity victories is the winningest head football coach in Illinois history. He started the Providence football program in 1966 and was named head football coach in 1968. His teams have won 300 games while losing only 114, with 1 tie. Senffner has coached more than 1,200 football players in his career.

Providence Catholic appreciates any coverage that you have provided to date and hopes you can report on this special event. If you are able to cover this event, I would recommend arriving at 6:45 p.m. The school is located at 1800 W. Lincoln Highway in New Lenox. If you should have any questions, feel free to contact me at the number listed above.

8-8-06

Providence Catholic High School Names Head Baseball Coach

(New Lenox) Doug Ternik, Athletic Director of Providence Catholic High School has named Mark Smith as the new Head Coach of the Celtic Baseball Program. In addition to coaching, Smith will teach physical education and health classes. “Mark was a clear choice for this position. His impressive credentials include extensive experience, strong leadership, and an ability to manage multiple tasks, which are all vital to this position,” offered Ternik.

Smith, a 1988 Providence Catholic graduate has 14 years of coaching experience at Joliet Junior College (JJC). In 1991, he served as the JJC Wolves Pitching Coach and since 1997, the team’s Associate Head Baseball Coach. Under Smith’s guidance, nine of his pitchers have been named to the All-American team while 15 have earned All-Region honors and 16 have been named All-Conference. Moreover, the JJC Wolves participated in five NJCAA World Series, won five District Championships and 10 Regional Championships during Smith’s tenure. Along with serving as the Associate Head Baseball Coach for JJC, he worked as an Admissions Outreach Specialist for the past seven years.

During his high school career, Smith pitched for Providence Catholic High School. As a Celtic, he was a two-time Herald News All-Area selection, and amassed a 17-0 record on the mound. Following high school, Smith attended JJC where he played for head coach Wayne King and earned N4C All-Conference honors during his sophomore year. Two years later, he transferred to MacMurray College in Jacksonville, Illinois where he pitched for two years and earned his Bachelor’s of Science degree in physical education. During his MacMurray career, Smith was a two-year team captain and garnered SLIAC All-Conference honors his senior year as well as earning the team MVP award.

“I am very excited to return to Providence and give back to the school that did so much to prepare me for college and for life. I look forward to leading the Celtics as we continue the winning legacy created by my predecessors, by stressing the importance of education, spirituality and discipline,” said Smith.

Mark and his wife, Jennifer, have been married for five years and have two children, Braeden (3) and Hailey (1). Jennifer is the Athletic Trainer at Maine East High School in Park Ridge. They reside in Romeoville and are parishioners at St. Dennis, Lockport.

7-31-06

Providence Catholic High School Names New Assistant Principal

(New Lenox) Fr. Richard McGrath, O.S.A. is pleased to announce that Mrs. Janlyn Auld accepted the position of Assistant Principal at Providence Catholic High School. Mrs. Auld will replace former Assistant Principal, Ms. Judith Legan, who has semi-retired after 35 years of service to the school.

Janlyn has more than 19 years of experience in education. Her impressive credentials include serving as Assistant Principal at St. Coletta’s of Illinois, several years teaching at Minooka Community High School and most recently at Plainfield Central High School where she taught Spanish and American Sign Language. Mrs. Auld received her Bachelor’s Degree in Education and Master’s in Spanish from Illinois State University. Furthermore, she obtained her Master’s in School Administration from Governors State University.

“Although I am new to the Providence family, the school’s reputation for excellence has long been conveyed to me through family, friends, and community members. I am honored and thrilled to become part of this community where academics, athletics, and student interest clubs work together to ensure that all students reach their full potential,” commented Mrs. Auld.

Janlyn resides in Plainfield with her husband, Michael and their two sons; Langdon (12) and Iain (10). They are parishioners of St. Mary Immaculate.

7-10-06

Providence Catholic High School Reaches Out to a Family in Need

(New Lenox) – When Jeff Grigoletti, President of Providence Catholic Band Parents Club learned of a family who had lost their home to a fire, he knew just the thing to do. With the support of Fr. Richard J. McGrath, O.S.A., the school’s President, the Ramey family of Carol Stream was offered “first pick” of the items to be sold at the Band Parents Club 3rd Annual Rummage Sale on June 30 and July 1.

In late May, the Ramey’s house was struck by lightening, which resulted in a devastating fire that destroyed their home. Despite severe physical damage to the home and its contents, one item remained intact. Remarkably, the family Bible was left untouched by flames that had consumed the dresser on which it was placed. “I found the Bible where I left it, on the dresser, completely undamaged. Seeing that Bible was when I decided that I was thankful for what we still have,” commented Laura Ramey.

On June 29, Laura Ramey was invited to Providence Catholic to select items for her family, which were offered free of charge. Laura, along with her friend Michelle Chafer and her children Nicole and Anthony, graciously accepted the generosity of the school. “We are so grateful for all of this. I can not believe the support that we have received from perfect strangers,” said Ramey.

The first item that caught the eye of Laura Ramey was a picture of a floral arrangement. “This picture meant something to me; it reminded me of my back yard,” commented Ramey with tears in her eyes. At the moment Laura, her husband, her three children and three grandchildren are living at a Holiday Inn. Anyone interested in helping this family may contact Michelle Chafer at (630) 690-5396 or email cmichelle@mindspring.com.

Providence Catholic High School
1800 W. Lincoln Hwy. • New Lenox, IL 60451
phone (815) 485-2136 • fax (815) 485-2709

Last Updated: 19 Aug 2008
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