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MOELLER STORIES: Scholarships Impact Lives I’m putting these thoughts together as we end the school year’s first quarter. The beginning of the 2011-12 school year has come and gone already, and I am reminded of how blessed I am to be working together every day with a great group of students, faculty, and staff. I hope that all of us in the Moeller community will be open to learning new things this year and really stretch ourselves. I think it was Aristotle who told us that we are all the sum of our actions and our motivation. The actions and motivation are something to behold here on a daily basis. I get a chance to witness students, parents, faculty, staff, and even our Board of Trustees working hard to further enhance the excellence of Moeller. Our faculty and staff are a remarkable group of individuals whose collective actions deserve our thanks. Our Board of Trustees gives focused and heartfelt expertise towards the strategic direction of Moeller. Our parents give selflessly and enthusiastically in a myriad of volunteer roles, whether it is supporting fundraising or community-building efforts. Our students also contribute through their motivation in the classroom and grasping all the co-curricular activities available to them with both hands. Despite all of our action and motivation, we certainly still do face challenges. How we examine and deal with them is what really defines us. We can view them either as obstacles or stepping stones – problems with all of the associated negativity or stepping stones with their associated opportunities. It’s my belief that one of our challenges and thus one of our opportunities is to stay laser-focused on our mission. I’ve had some very recent opportunities to participate in some of our student recruitment efforts with our Admissions Department. Throughout the course of these information sessions, numerous reasons are cited as to why a prospective student and his family should choose to attend Moeller. There are numerous reasons, of course, but it always seems to come back to the mission. When talking about our mission, prospective students and families are rightfully entitled to know what we’re doing to help these young men grow individually, be formed in their faith and to achieve academically. Here is what we’re doing to live this mission: Our House System develops powerful leadership and collaborative skills. Young men come to us as wide-eyed freshmen. They experience a diversity of thought, people, club opportunities, athletic opportunities, House leadership possibilities, and then grow, as individuals, into Men of Moeller. Our whole school, especially our Pastoral Ministry staff, works hard to help our young men realize who they are, what they strive to be, and how they can continue to have a sense of wonderment for their faith. How do these young men move into the world following Christ—being more loving, more patient, and more forgiving Our young men become more formed in their faith. And while one need not be a Catholic to attend Moeller, we believe that to be a student at our school is to experience a rich, Christ-centered community. Our faculty works hard with our young men to appreciate all kinds of literature; to write an analysis on a certain topic; to identify and solve problems of all kinds; to think critically; to perform publicly; to move the conversation forward; to dip into the often tragic but all-important specifics of history; and to work collaboratively. Our young men learn how to achieve academically. What a powerful list that certainly emanates from! They come out of our Marianist roots and should be at the center of all of our daily actions and motivations. If an action or initiative is not serving our mission, it should be critically questioned. We need to draw on tested experiences and hold on to what works; we need to introduce new thinking and new approaches where appropriate; and we need to stop what isn’t working. Further, in trying to deliver on our mission, the name “Moeller High School” must become synonymous with excellence, integrity, and outstanding quality and service. The service aspect of this delivery becomes another of our opportunities and even more crucial than ever, whether dealing with a prospective student and his family, a faculty or staff member, an alumnus, a parent – you get the idea. We need to always be working towards promising less and delivering more…every time. If we keep our mission simple, based in our roots and focused, then we will turn this service delivery from a potential obstacle into a stepping stone. Are we perfect Absolutely not and never will be. We must, however, commit ourselves to excellence every day. We have our moments, just like any other “family.” In this broad and ever-growing Moeller Family, though, I’d like to see an important four-letter word become commonplace: “help.” If we all constantly look to help all of our stakeholders (and anyone associated with Moeller is a stakeholder), treat all whom we encounter as we’d like to be treated, and work hard to see stepping stones instead of problems, we’ll continue the building of this great community together. This call to a mission focus and a service journey must become our hallmark and our excellence. As St. Paul said to the Phillipians: “Whatever is true, whatever is honorable, whatever is just, whatever is pure, whatever is gracious, if there is anything worthy of praise, if there is any excellence, think about these things.” My very best to all in the Moeller Family for a safe, restful, and blessed holiday season! Bill Hunt, President Matthew Abele ’13, Schlueter Family Scholarship Recipient Harvard graduate Matt DePetro (photo on top right), Moeller Class of 2001, flew in from Silicon Valley, California, to address the Moeller scholarship students and donors at the school’s Named Scholarship Breakfast Program in September. He had a story to tell and an important message to give: “Moeller is a foundational experience, not an end-game,” he said. Moeller’s “foundation” enabled Matt to pursue his dreams: graduate from Harvard in 2005 with a bachelor’s in engineering; work on a team that developed the microprocessor for the world’s fastest computer; play pro/semi-pro football in Japan, and more... None of this would have been possible without the aid of an academic scholarship. Tyler Himes ’14 (photo right) also had a story to tell that morning. “Since I was in the second grade I knew I wanted to go to Moeller. I couldn’t explain why. I had no legacy, and no one pressured me to go. It was my own decision. I always knew that Moeller was something different…” Now a sophomore, Tyler can explain why he made that decision. “Academically Moeller has challenged me to do the best and be the best I can be,” he said. “I take Honors and AP classes. In grade school I was one of those kids who never studied for a test and still got all A’s and B’s. Now there are nights when I have three or more hours of homework… Moeller has led me to realize that anything is possible if you have the will and desire to accomplish it. It truly is a gift to be here.” Scholarship benefactors Dr. Elmer and Carmelita Schlueter (photo on bottom) had their own story to tell the guests. Their son, Eric “Rick” Schlueter, graduated in 1968. He was Moeller’s valedictorian, involved in student government all four years, and played baseball for Mike Cameron during Cameron’s first year as head coach. (During Rick’s senior year, the Crusaders won their first GCL Championship. “It sorta helped that Buddy Bell played third base,” said Dr. Schlueter.) Rick continued his education at the University of Notre Dame, Northwestern University, and Harvard Law School. In 1977, he accepted a position at Conoco and moved up the ranks of leadership until he became a top executive. Then, sadly, at the height of his success, Rick was killed by a hit-skip driver in 2006 while riding his bicycle. He was 55. In response, Rick’s parents established the Eric J. Schlueter Scholarship to memorialize their son and to pass on the lessons that they believed Moeller students could learn from his life: 1. Develop strong family values. 2. Follow your dreams. 3. Finish the job that you started to the best of your ability. These stories are at the heart of the Moeller Scholarship Program. In November 2009, a new scholarship committee was formed. Thanks to their leadership, the number of Named Scholarships has grown in the last two years from 5 to 21. All scholarships are based on financial need, academic excellence, and donor-specific criteria. To honor both the donors and recipients, the committee re-initiated the Scholarship Breakfast. “The scholarship program not only profoundly impacts the lives of the recipients,” said Advancement Director Debbie Geiger. “Creating a Named Scholarship also helps fulfill the dreams of the donors, either by honoring or memorializing a loved one. For those of us who fervently believe in the value of a Moeller Marianist education, there can be no greater gift.” Principal Blane Collison articulates the essence of this “gift” when he addresses parents about the power of a Moeller education: “We believe the Marianist Characteristics provide the foundation for developing leadership in young men. The mission of a Moeller education is to assist parents in helping their son make responsible choices and lead them to use their talents and gifts in service to others and for the benefit of society. Ultimately, we are not just developing the best leaders in the world. We are developing the best leaders for the world.” “Moeller is deeply grateful to our donors for establishing or contributing to our Named Scholarship Program,” said President Bill Hunt. “As you can tell, our scholarship program enhances the lives of many of our students as well as our donors. Thanks to your efforts, we look forward to continuing our mission of forming young men of faith, helping them achieve academically, and ensuring their individual growth.” M BREAKING NEWS: Alumni Association Vice President Nick Hodge ’94 just announced the new Alumni Class Scholarship Program for each graduating class. “These scholarships will help ‘bridge the tuition gap’ and will provide a way for our graduating classes to directly impact the life of a future Man of Moeller,” he said. “(Alumni President) Phil Kreiner ’76 and I have spent the last year in discussions with our Class Captains, and we have learned that one of the most pressing concerns of our alumni base is the rising cost of tuition and the inability for future young men (especially children of alumni) to attend because of that cost. Every year there is significant demand for tuition assistance that goes unmet. Our goal is to fund each Class Scholarship as quickly as possible to begin witnessing the benefits of tuition assistance.” For more information, contact Advancement Director Debbie Geiger at DGeiger@Moeller.org or call (513) 791-1680, ext. 1320. More information is also available on the school website, www.Moeller.org (see “Support Moeller”).
M ELLER FALL/WINTER 2011 As you may have read, the cover story in this issue is about our new Timeline exhibit that we believe reveals the “truth” about “The Moeller Story” and the Men of Moeller. On a personal note, I can attest to the veracity of the four-year evolution of the young men. From the day they enter as freshmen, they begin a journey that includes annual spiritual retreats and daily involvement in the House System. The faculty challenge them academically and use the most up-todate laptop tools to reinforce their learning. Even more, the entire faculty, staff, and administration also challenge them to become better men, better Christians. One recent example of this was a bus trip to Lucasville prison that several of our students, parents, and faculty took to pray for Reginald Brooks who was executed by the State of Ohio on November 15, 2011. The contingency then traveled on to Columbus to attend a press conference on House Bill 160, which seeks to abolish the death penalty. Several also students joined with Sister Helen Prejean, author of Dead Man Walking and internationally renowned advocate against the death penalty, to talk to Governor John Kasich and urge him to place a moratorium on the death penalty while an Ohio Supreme Court task force studies this issue. (See page 7, “Sister Helen Prejean: ‘We are killing the killers to show that killing is wrong.’ ”) What was unique about this social justice experience is that it evolved from an interdisciplinary academic initiative. During this past summer the entire student body read Dead Man Walking: An Eyewitness Account of the Death Penalty in the U.S. Throughout the year, all academic departments are using this book and its themes surrounding the death penalty to show the inter-connectedness of the various academic areas – reading, writing, math, science, art, etc. – demonstrating that they don’t exist in isolation and that they have meaning in our lives… (See page 8, “Walking in their Shoes: Art Students Create Walking Reminders of the People Who Await the Death Penalty.”) To put it simply, there is a strong culture at Moeller that gently, yet persistently helps mold these young men into the Men of Moeller they become upon graduation. I know this firsthand, for not only have I seen this throughout my 15-year tenure at Moeller, but my son, Joe, will become one of those Men of Moeller in May. My husband and I have witnessed Joe’s metamorphosis these past three-plus years and can attest to the impact this school – this Moeller Family – has had on his life. So many “Moe-ments” and people have contributed to his growth… And it’s different for each student. But whether it’s an evolution through a young man’s involvement in academics or athletics or the arts or House leadership or Pastoral Ministry or Kairos retreats or something else, there nevertheless is an evolution. Before you know it, he has become a Man of Moeller… And we couldn’t be more proud. May Mary’s peace be with you, Johanna Kremer, Editor JKremer@Moeller.org (513) 791-1680, ext. 1330 Moeller Magazine is an official publication of Archbishop Moeller High School for alumni, family, and friends. Comments and questions are encouraged. Please send your comments to Johanna Kremer, editor/communications director, at JKremer@Moeller.org. EDITOR Johanna Kremer, Communications Director Archbishop Moeller High School 9001 Montgomery Road Cincinnati, OH 45242-7780 Voice Mail: (513) 791-1680, ext. 1330 Email: JKremer@Moeller.org CONTRIBUTORS Bill Balbach ’72 Dick Beerman Barry Borman ’64 Blane Collison Mary Fischer Chris Anne Gaier Debbie Geiger Bill Hunt Marcia Lechner Betsy Morgan Cindy Neuhaus ADMINISTRATION Bill Hunt, President Blane Collison, Principal Chris Wilke, Dean of Academics Carl Kremer, Dean of Students BOARD OF TRUSTEES Charley Blum Ted Catino’79 Therese Esswein Tom Fitz Jim Hubbard, Secretary Pete Kimener Leon Loewenstine Jr. Dan Neyer’77 Bob Niehaus’65, Chair Sally Nugent, Vice Chair Mark Rippe’72, Treasurer Fr. Larry Tensi LAYOUT & DESIGN James Wilmink ’85, Insignia Design Email: jim@insigniadesign.com RESOURCES: A Special Thanks to… YEARBOOK STAFF MEMBERS, 1960-Present CURRENT ALUMNI FACULTY & STAFF CONTRIBUTING PHOTOGRAPHERS Dennis Cronin ’64 Amy Ellert, Into Wishin Photography Jeannette Elliott Mary Fischer Johanna Kremer Sam Wallander ’12 PRINTING Larry Kuhlman ’81, Bramkamp Printing www.Bramkamp.com DISTRIBUTION Ginny Bauer ©2011. All rights reserved. Archbishop Moeller High School is owned and operated by the Catholic Archdiocese of Cincinnati and adheres to its policies. WWW.MOELLER.ORG cover story 25 A QUALITY EDUCATION: New Timeline Tells the ‘Truth’ About THE MOELLER STORY features 7 SISTER HELEN PREJEAN: ‘We are killing the killers to show that killing is wrong.’ 8 WALKING IN THEIR SHOES: Art Students Create Walking Reminders of the People Who Await the Death Penalty 9 CELEBRATING MOELLER: Alums Who Played Professional Sports 10 GROWING MOELLER: The 2010-11 HONOR ROLL of DONORS & Forecast of Revenues and Expenses departments Inside Cover FROM THE PRESIDENT 1 EDITOR’S INTRO 3 PRINCIPAL’S NOTE 4 MOELLER TODAY 29 CRUSADER CONNECTIONS 34 ALUMNI NOTES 1 • FALL/WINTER 2011
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