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message from the PRESIDENTRoll your works upon theLord so shall your plans beestablished and succeed.Proverbs 16:3Each fall, I meet individually with a number of seniors to gain from them a perspectiveabout the strengths and areas for improvement for our school, and learn a bit about theirexperience at Chaminade Julienne and discuss their plans for the future. They all share amix of pride about being the leaders of the student body as seniors, approaching melancholyabout leaving their friends and strong relationships at CJ, and excitement about theircollege decision and what lies ahead in this next important step of their development aslifelong learners and people of faith.This is one of my favorite things to do each year. The students express sincere gratitude totheir teachers and coaches and the staff people they know for the manner in which thesepeople have cared about them. They challenge the decisions that are made that affect theirlives as students, and the manner in which those decisions are reached. Some come to themeeting prepared with suggestions; others are nervous about sitting with the president ofthe school; and a few hope to extend the conversation well into their next class. All inspireme to continue to advance the very special mission of Chaminade Julienne.That mission — entrusted to us today by the Marianists and Sisters who founded ourschool and continue to guide our work — compels us to continually strive for excellence.We can be proud of our students and their accomplishments in high school, take satisfactionin their success in college, and be pleased when we hear about our graduates’ contributionsto their communities. But, we can never accept that we have achieved our highestlevel of achievement.So, we keep working at it. It is a labor of love taken on by our teachers, staff, andadministrators who continue to bring their unique talents collaboratively to enter intoGod’s plan for Chaminade Julienne. We continue to test whether we are providing the kindof curriculum and methods of instruction that prepare our students to be successful incollege. We gather student achievement data to take a close look at how our graduatesare performing in college and how this information informs the ways in which we canstrengthen our offerings. We explore the most meaningful uses of technology in deliveringeducation in effective ways. And, we ask how well we are integrating faith development intothe whole of the Catholic educational experience at CJ.I am touched as I witness our seniors consider with their parents what is next in their lives– discerning the kind of life that God has planned for them. They help me, and all of uswho are blessed to be a part of the Chaminade Julienne community, to place our plans forCJ in the hands of our Lord.May the good God continue to bless you in great abundance.Daniel J. Meixner ‘84

foundationStang Opera DebutsHer story has been told inbooks and on the big screen,and in 2011, “Angel of theAmazon” made its world premierein the form of an opera.Last May it was performed atNew York’s Baryshnikov ArtsCenter under director NancyRhodes and the EncompassNew Opera Theatre, and laterby the Boston Metro Opera.Sr. Joan Krimm, SNDdeN 48,a best friend of Sr. Dorothy’s,is hopeful that the opera willcome to Dayton or Cincinnatisoon. For the latest updates,please visit: dorothystang.org.Other Biographical WorksFILM2005 – “The Student, the Nunand the Amazon,” by producer/director James Newton andpresenter Sam Clements2008 – “They Killed Sister Dorothy,”by director Daniel JungeTV - PBS Documentary2009 – “Who Killed SisterDorothy Stang?,” a documentaryfocused on Junge’s 2008 filmBOOKS2007 – “Martyr of the Amazon:The Life of Sister Dorothy Stang,”by Roseanne Murphy, SNDdeN2008 – “The Greatest Gift: TheCourageous Life and Martyrdomof Sister Dorothy Stang,”by Binka Le Breton2009 – “A Journey of Courage,The Amazing Story of SisterDorothy Stang,” by MicheleMurdock2011 – “Prima Matire DelCreato,” an original biographypublished in Italian by ValentinaSalvoldiWINTER 2012 2012 4 4Sr. Dorothy Continues to InspireMaryknoll to Recognize Service at CJWhen editors at MaryknollMagazine contacted theArchdiocese of Cincinnatiabout highlighting some of the exemplarymission work performed by institutionswithin the province, Dr. Mike Gable, directorof the mission office, said that the name“Chaminade Julienne” quickly jumped to thetip of his tongue.Gable admitted that the obvious connectionwith Sr. Dorothy Stang, SNDdeN ’49,spurred his recommendation, but cited hispersonal familiarity with the ways in whichthe school community continues to carry onher legacy in service to others as a key reasonfor suggesting reporters take notice of CJ.In October, camera and crew traveled toDayton to interview members of the CJcommunity plus Sr. Dorothy’s best friend,Sr. Joan Krimm, SNDdeN ‘48. Discussionscentered on the school’s continued focus onministry and service at the local, national andinternational levels.“I still get goose bumps thinking that the firstplace we awarded the Spirit of Sister DorothyStang Award was at CJ,” Gable said. TheArchdiocese award recognizes Catholicfaculty members, parish lay ministers andgraduating high school seniors who demonstratethe values exemplified by the martyr.In observance of the five-year anniversaryof Sr. Dorothy’s murder in 2010, then CJsenior Cora Harrison was among the firstgroup of recipients selected for recognition.In 2011, the award was bestowed uponMick Mominee, CJ religion teacher.They joined Sr. Joan for the interview aswell as Kelli Kinnear, director of ministryand service, and Angela Richardson Mason’81, niece of Sr. Dorothy. The session wasfittingly hosted in the Sr. Dorothy StangRoom, and in front of the mural Harrisonand Mominee helped create.“I tell people all the time that what separatesCJ from other places is that service isincorporated in all aspects of the curriculumand school activities,” said Mason, whoalso serves as an administrative assistant inthe office of student services. She plans totravel to Belize for a second year this summerand serve as a mission trip chaperone.“I think we are doing something right, andwe are touching lives because of it,” she said.Kinnear agrees and notes that in the lastfour years CJ students have performed morethan 40,000 hours of community servicebeyond what is required by the school.“To be noticed by Maryknoll and theArchdiocese of Cincinnati is affirming,”Kinnear said. “It is affirming in that they’rerecognizing our call to live out the gospel.” V

institutionA Few Things AcademicCJ Writing CenterWhat would help writers of all abilitiesproduce well-written pieces of communicationoutside of what is taught in a highschool classroom? Greg Mueller, Englishteacher, spent a year researching theanswer as part of his work towards aMasters Degree in Educational Leadershipat the University of Dayton. The conceptof a fully-staffed writing center, completewith resources and access to computers,emerged; the key component being thatteachers would be present to offer advice.During its first year, the center has loggedall types of projects — everything from sciencepapers and national teacher exam essaysto college applications. Molly Bardine,English department chair, is pleased thattraffic to the center continues to increase asstudents and adults alike seek guidance inimproving their writing.“This is a place that promotes discussionamong students about their writing at anystage of the process. Discussion about writingmotivates them,” said Bardine. Anothermotivator, according to Bardine, is for studentsto see that alumni are writing andbeing published. The center is spotlightingthese works by graduates, prominentlydisplaying them in the center.“The goal is for students to see writingoutside of school. It inspires them to seehow writing is relevant outside of the learningenvironment.”Invitation to AlumniBardine appreciates having another way forstudents to connect with alumni and invitesall to send in a copy of a published work, anarticle or a flyer about their project for displayin the CJ Writing Center. Projects canbe mailed to Chaminade Julienne c/o MollyBardine, or emailed tombardine@cjeagles.org.WINTER 2012 2012 66TechnologyIn a time when advances in informationtechnology occur every day, and whenfreshmen arrive already knowing how toaccess information only imagined in sci-fimovies years ago, CJ’s technology committeepresses for ways that teachers can makethe best use of today’s innovations.“The challenge is to not latch onto thelatest technology or application out there,”said Steve Fuchs, business and technologychair and director of the academics office.“It takes research and discussion to understandwhich tools are efficient and easy tomanage — and will have the greatestimpact on learning.“We are fortunate to have a dedicated groupof teachers who enjoy exploring and testinginteresting possibilities that in the end willtranslate into greater learningexperiences for our students.”Flipped ClassroomOne example is the flipped classroom whichAmanda Ooten, science co-chair and biomedicalsciences instructor, is piloting withher honors biology class. This relatively newmethod of delivering education requiresteachers to prepare lectures as 15-minutevideo clips that integrate notes and resourcesfor students to view at home. Class timeis used to delve deeper into the material.“I’m excited by technology, and this hasbeen a life changer,” she said.“Before I was overwhelmed with deliveringa large amount of content without losingstudents in class. Now students get the instructionat home and we move beyond thesurface in class,” she said.“I have time to challenge students whoare excelling, work with each small groupin labs and discussions, and talk to eachstudent individually.”She says that this relatively new methodof delivering instruction is gaining popularityand she sees an immediate impacton student performance. Students are nolonger performing at a lower level in theclass; all are achieving middle scores orhigher.“They are responsible for their learningand are thriving because of it.”City Connects at CJYear two meant change to City Connectsat CJ, a student services program that CJis piloting at the high school level in partnershipwith Boston College. In a nutshell,City Connects is a systemicapproach that helps eliminate non-academicbarriers in students’ lives by connectingthem with specific services. Withbarriers removed, students are free to fullyengage in school and receive the bestacademic experience possible.This year, City Connects has mergedwith the guidance office and added asecond grade level. Three full-time counselorshave integrated the City Connectsprocess into what they do resulting in amore comprehensive approach.“Guidance counselors already work withteachers, parents and students — andthe work of City Connects was writtenfor guidance counselors,” said JamaBadinghaus, counselor and originalcoordinator of City Connects at CJ.

developmentMilestones of Progress1 1849The Sisters of Notre Dame de Namurpurchase the land and house at thecorner of Franklin & Ludlow and lateropen Notre Dame Academy in 1886.2 1904Original building is demolished, andconstruction on the corner Red BrickBuilding commences. In 1927, TheSociety of Mary acquires the property.3 Oct. 17, 1950Construction on The New Buildingbegins, to include a cafeteria, gym, andauditorium. The dedication takes placeon May 25, 1952.4 By 1956, the Faculty Residence,including the Chapel, is constructed toaccommodate 48.5 1957The Sophomore Building is completedand opened in Jan. 1958, adding 12more classrooms and a connection tothe Faculty Residence, and later becameknown as the Junior Building.6 1959The Red Brick Building on the cornerof Franklin & Ludlow is torn down tomake room for the new AdministrationBuilding, dedicated on Oct. 16, 1960.7 1964Construction begins on the 1964Building which includes nine classroomsand library. Doors open in Sept. 1965.8 1973Renovations like adding a girls’ lockerroom and relocating the band room to aportion of the cafeteria take place to accommodatethe merging of Chaminadeand Julienne High Schools. Studentsfrom St. Joseph’s join a year later.9 Oct. 7, 1982 (Below)“The Eagle Lands” in the courtyard atthe entrance to the newly constructedparking lots A & B.WINTER 2012 8Homage to House and Home at Franklin & Ludlow StreetsA Campus in Evolution — Part 1“Continue to build we must, for our aim is to give a Christian education to the youth of Dayton and vicinity. Such an educationembraces the culture of the mind, the will and the emotions, which, while adapting a young [student] for a particularcalling, disposes [each] to achieve an excellent personal life and social life in the framework of that calling.”— THE MAY 25, 1952 DEDICATION PROGRAM FOR “THE NEW BUILDING” AT WASHINGTON AND LUDLOW STREETS4In 1849, the Sisters of Notre Dame deNamur made the first purchase of propertynear the corner of Ludlow and FranklinStreets just outside of Dayton’s city center.This one purchase initiated CJ’s long historyof inspiration, vision, and planned executionthat has led us to today’s Catholiceducational campus that covers more than15 acres spanning three city blocks. Duringthat time, buildings have come and gone asnew needs emerged, yet our buildings today— constructed in four stages from 1950 to1965 — stand as a testament to those whoimagined them, to those who have served inthem, and to those who have received an excellenteducation and Catholic foundationwithin their walls.Yearbooks and commemoratives havecaptured the spirit and pride of generationswho celebrated each completed expansionand milestone anniversary in the progressionof our beloved buildings. We honor thestrong tradition that they represent and areinspired by what they can become.Through a full facility audit conducted in2009, engineers have determined that ourbuildings have been well-cared for over time,and with fortification and modernization,5can serve the needs of the next generation ofstudents. With this knowledge — and beyondthe school’s more recent addition oftoday’s technology — a vision for a re-imaginedand revitalized building that will servetoday’s students and last through 2050 isbeginning to emerge.“Our school buildings are ready for aninvestment so our classrooms, hallways,and labs match the vibrancy of our teachersand the energy of our students,” said DanMeixner ‘84, president.“Architects will help us determine the structuraland engineering upgrades required tofortify and modernize the buildings. Wewill involve our teachers to consider otherexamples of excellent facilities so we cancreate learning spaces that invite collaborationand take students beyond these wallsfor a global educational experience,” he said.“Like our predecessors, we know thatfacilities must be improved and adjustedover time so they can serve the needs of ourstudents and teachers in each new age. Ourplanning efforts will give renewed life to thisspecial place so we can continue to offer thepremier Catholic educational experience inthe region.” V

developmentPhoto printed with permission ofThe Catholic Telegraph712Science Lab6“We yield to none when it comesto prowess in intellectual pursuits.We also realize that a healthy bodymust house a healthy mind and willencourage athletic competition forall. But above all we will stress theneed of moral development, ofcharacter formation. In years tocome you are to be leaders in[...] Catholic thought.”— REV. YESKE S.M. INTHE 1929 CHAMINADECOMMENCEMENT BOOK8Auditorium3CafeteriaSources: Chaminade Yearbooks 1932, 1951, 1953, 1958, 1961, 1962, 1964, 1966; 100 Year Anniversary Commemorative; The Catholic Telegraph, Feb. 11, 1966VISION 9

institutionPreparing Students for Jobs in the FutureBusiness to Help Drive STEMM EducationCJ STEMM Advisory Board displaying CJ’s National Certification inbiomedical sciences and engineering.Pictured l-r, back: Don Homan, Chris Small, Bob Wolff ‘53,Dave Dudon ‘67, Dr. Tom Heck ‘70; front: Dan Evans,John Marshall ‘86, Amy O’Loughlin ‘86, Meg Draeger.Not pictured: Dr. Janice Anderson, Phil Brockman ‘95, Steve Budde ‘69,Christine Evans ‘86, Ted Fecke, Kathleen Gorbach and Fr. Dan MeyerThe Chaminade JulienneSTEMM (science, technology,engineering, math and medicine)advisory board convened this fall, alittle more than a week after seeing oneof its major objectives come to fruition.The national certification of the school’sProject Lead the Way curriculum forboth biomedical sciences and engineeringwas made official on November 3;however, the group in no way considersits job done.In lieu of a celebratory meeting overCJ STEMM’s national certification,members focused on the next step inbetter preparing students for life afterhigh school. According to Dan Evans,board chair, that step is to increasebusiness’ interaction with the CJSTEMM program, making the curriculumapplicable and attractive within theclimate of the local economy.“Dayton companies need to think abouthow they can make an impression onstudents and attract quality talent in adifferent way,” Evans said.By taking an active role in high schoolSTEM education and building relationshipswith young students early, Evansbelieves that local small to medium-sizedindustries can ultimately get a leg up onlarger corporations when it comes timefor those students to enter the workforce.He believes Chaminade Julienne is anattractive choice because of the widerange of students the CJ STEMMprogram serves, who vary in ethnicity,faith, gender and socioeconomic backgrounds.Evans, who has been withProcter and Gamble and now workswith the Air Force Research Laboratory– Materials and ManufacturingDirectorate at WPAFB, said the school’sdiverse population is a microcosm ofwhat all companies who seek innovationare trying to create among their ownworkforce.“Businesses in the STEM fields areactively trying to diversify their workforce,”Evans explained. “The more ideasfrom different perspectives, the morechances your company has at making abreakthrough.”However, the challenge to encouragingbusiness involvement lies in the factthat companies may not see a returnon their investment for eight years, if atall, according to fellow board memberDave Dudon ’67. As the CEO of RetroSolutions, LLC, a professional consultingfirm, he believes the benefit to early involvementis more about the opportunityfor companies to design training for studentsand shape curriculum.“Companies are starved for talent, sothe job for CJ STEMM is to find a wayto grow the talent that these jobs need,”Dudon said. When paired, industrypartnership and innovative high schoolSTEM curricular programs help increasethe success of all parties involved.“I love the dedication that CJ has indoing what’s best for the student. Theschool designs courses to benefit thestudent and tries to match the curriculumto the needs of the student and thework world,” he said.“The over arching goal in getting businessesinvolved with the CJ STEMMprogram is to arm students with theskills, abilities and tools to do the jobwhile also creating a buzz about opportunitiesavailable within the local economy,”said John Marshall, principal.“It would be great to produce studentswho gain an interest in the fields ofscience, technology, engineering, mathand medicine while at CJ, go to collegeto earn a related degree, and come backto work in Dayton and serve their localcommunity.” VCJ STEMM biomedical sciences is funded in partby Good Samaritan Hospital.WINTER 2012 10

milestones1940Eugene Verrett ‘45 and his wife, Irene, are “doing well as we advancein age. We are able to travel and recently visited the D-DayWWII beaches in Normandy, France; very inspiring. We alsowent on a five-day ocean cruise, visiting Cozumel and Progresoin Mexico. We had a good time and are resting at home inGulfport, Miss. now.”William Fortener ‘49 and his wife, Dorathea, live in Fairborn, Ohio.Between the two of them, they have 23 grandchildren and onegreat grandchild. Bill works part-time as a pastoral associate atMary Help of Christians Church. His wife has written threebooks and has produced a CD. Contact them at wfortener@woh.rr.com.Brother Don Neff S.M. ’49 was honoredat the February 2011 naming ceremonyof the Neff Science Centre atJohn Paul College (formerly MarianistCollege) in Frankston, Australia.Bro. Don spent 17 years asprincipal of Marianist College andthen John Paul College. He wasthe founding principal of the twoschools, and responsible for establishinga Marianist presence in Australia. Bro. Don said ofthis honor, “We came to bring the good news and to formyoung people to become leaders in society. It is a beautifulschool but what we are really proud of are the studentswho become the people God wants them to be.”Bro. Neff is the director of the property at Mount St John,where he lives. In addition, he works in the Marianistmission doing cultivation work for India, Africa, and thePhilippines. This work allows him to travel to parishes andpromote the Marianist charism. He is also the presidentof the Dayton Exchange club whose mission is to promoteAmerican values, the Bill of Rights, Martin Luther KingJr.’s speech, President Kennedy’s speech, and especially theprevention of cruelty to children.1950Irene Bakos Brohm-Golson ‘50 writes, “the only good news is I’m notdead yet!”Joseph Ostendorf ‘50 and his wife, Connie, celebrated their 50thwedding anniversary with their two sons and five grandchildren.Their grandson, Joseph Ostendorf graduated from CJ in 2010.Beatrice Tapia Pitstick ‘52 writes, “I am a St. Joe’s graduate. I wish yousuccess.”David Brant ‘53 has been a priest in the Archdiocese of Seattle for46 years, is retired and still serving at the Cathedral in Seattle.alumni newsAlbert Fryling ‘53 is “busy while retired and trying to keep the whiteball in the fairway.”Rose Mary Herbon Paulus ‘54 graduated from nursing at St. Elizabethin 1957 and her husband, Jerry, owned a furniture/flooring storeuntil 1995. They have been married for 55 years, have eightchildren and 18 grandchildren. They live in Bradford, Ohio.Kathryn Treon Bedich ‘55 and her husband, Joseph, are celebrating50 years of marriage.Ronald Filburn ‘56 has been retired for 14 years and enjoys travelingand winters in Florida. Ron and his wife have eight grandchildrenwho enjoy their annual Disney World trip with them.He writes, “I so appreciate my Chaminade years and the classreunions through the years — so much to be thankful for in ourlives and our wonderful Catholic faith and education. God is thecenterpiece of our family’s lives.”Kenneth Krimm ‘56 has been involved with many volunteer organizationsover the years. It was heartwarming to him in Februaryto receive the Olympian Award from the Ohio Wildlife Federation(their highest award) and be inducted into their Hall ofFame. Ken and his wife, Delight (Dee) Routsong Krimm ‘58,celebrated 52 years of marriage. They vacationed in Colorado,visiting their youngest and enjoyed swimming in a hot springspool, visiting the Sanctuary (an animal rescue park), and takingin a Colorado State football game. “All 1956 Chaminade gradsand friends are invited to our monthly get together at the MiltonClub the second Tuesday of each month at 11:30 a.m.”John Neumann ‘56 writes that his mother, Merline Neumann,celebrated her 102nd birthday on September 23.Robert Hale ‘57 is retired and splits his time between Dayton andKova, Hawaii.Robert Allen ‘58 retired in February 2011, followed by his wife,Susan, in June. The couple moved to Palmyra, Va.Donald Boeke ‘58 is self-employed. He received the Lifetime AchievementAward for Automotive Art Design in 2011 — a nationalannual award voted by peers in the auto art trade. Don was recentlyinducted into the Pinstripers Hall of Fame in Jonesville,Mich. by the Mack Brush Company. His clients have includedDon Garlits Museum; Auburn, Cord, Duesenberg Museum;Imperial Palace Museum; John Lennon (Beatles); Coors Brewery(race division); Packard Museum; USAF Museum; WarnerBrothers; Hobart Corporation; U.S. National Guard.Karen Hausfeld ’59 is a retired nurse administrator living in St. Louis.She travels abroad every year and counts her Holy Landpilgrimage as a highlight in November 2010.Barbara Haley Watt ‘59 has a son, Daniel, who died in January 2011.VISION 11

alumni newsmilestones1960Barbara Palatas Herbst ‘60 married Dale in 1965 and they had threechildren: Julie, Phillip and Amy. She has five grandsons and onegranddaughter. Her husband passed away in 1995 and she hasbeen retired the past five years.Suzanne Tischer King ‘60 writes that her oldest grandson, Nigel King,was married this past July in Texas.Harry Cerha ‘61 completed his B.S. and M.S. degrees at JohnCarroll University in Cleveland, Ohio. He entered the Air Forcein October 1968 on a direct commission as a clinical laboratoryofficer. “Tom” spent 30 years in the Air Force and retired as theVice Chairman, Department of Pathology, Wilford Hall USAFMedical Center, San Antonio, Texas where he lives now. “Whileat Chaminade, I was living with my family at Wright PattersonAir Force Base and didn’t have the opportunity to interact withthe local Dayton students on a regular basis. The education I receivedat Chaminade gave me an excellent preparation for collegeand my career in the Air Force.”Georgianna Szima Hockaday ‘61 visited with Carol SullivanRosengarten ‘61 and her family in Page, Ariz. in September.Joyce Hinders Mayer ‘61 is living in Knoxville, Tennessee close to herkids and grandchildren who are “the light of my life.” Joyce is stillin real estate with Coldwell Banker. She enjoys wine tastings, theSmoky Mountains, craft shows, flea markets, and most of all,family and friends.Jeannette Keith Grantham ‘62 and her husband, Jim, celebrated their46th wedding anniversary in October. A trip to St. GeorgeIsland is planned for the celebration.Gertrude Gombert O’Rourke ‘62 retired at the end of May from herteaching career after 43 years. Trudy taught at Mary Help ofChristians, Mary Queen of Peace, and Miami Valley CareerTech Center.Marjorie Tepe Weldie ‘62 is “officially retired from everything,” but Icontinue to substitute teach in parochial elementary schools inDayton and suburbs and love it. My husband and I are the proudparents of two children and grandparents of nine, including agranddaughter from Ghana and a grandson from Ethiopia. After35 plus years, we recently moved to a more age-friendly homein Kettering. In August 2012 we will celebrate 46 years of marriage.Life is, indeed, good!”Linda Flaugher Boyer ‘63 has a son, daughter-in-law and two granddaughterswho have been stationed in Ramstein, Germany sinceJanuary 2009. “We miss all four of them so much. Please prayfor all the people in harm’s way.”Sue Stephan Hoffman ‘63 and her husband, Larry, have been marriedfor 44 years. They both have undergraduate degrees from UD.She received her Master of Education from Wright StateUniversity. Since she was a military wife, she taught elementaryschool in various states for 31 years, before retiring fromSt. Helen’s in Dayton in 2002. “Retirement is great!”Christine Deger O’Brien ‘63 and her husband, Jack, have been livingin Florida for the last seven years. They will be returning toColorado to be near two of their four children and four oftheir 13 grandchildren. “Life in Florida has been great, verypleasant and warm; however, after 36 previous years in Colorado,it is home and we’re anxious to return.”Robert Ryan ‘63 retired from a 30-year career with the U.S. Navyas a school administrator. Bob has four daughters, eight grandchildrenand lives in Sewickley, Penn. He has fond memories ofChaminade. He finished undergrad at UD, master’s at WrightState University and his PhD at Auburn. “My high schooleducation at Chaminade started it all and I’m grateful.”Dale Banford ‘64 retired in 2005 after 38 years as an insurancesenior executive, manager and agent. He is a father of five,grandfather of six, a great-grandfather of two and a cancersurvivor for seven years. He enjoys traveling, fishing andespecially golf completing 140 to 150 rounds yearly. He hasorganized the annual 1964 alumni golf outing and reunions forthe past 35 years and requests ‘64 grads to join his email list bycontacting him at dalebanford3@aol.com.Thomas Loges ‘64 is proud of the four generations of the LogesFamily in CJ history. His grandma, Mary Kramer Logesgraduated in 1899, his dad, Richard Loges ‘39, along with his dad’seight siblings, Tom and his five siblings, and his daughterChawna Loges ‘93, along with many dozens of cousins or greatgrandchildren of Mary Kramer Loges.Judith Fussner Schneider ‘64 is thoroughly enjoying retirement. Judyworks part-time as an administrative assistant to the artisticdirector of Kettering Children’s Choir and “doing a little subbingto get plane fare to Portland, Ore. to visit grandbabies.” Herhusband, Carl, and she are planning a trip to Hawaii to celebratetheir 40th! “Of course, we’ll travel via Portland!”Nancy King Speaker ’64 announces the birth of her granddaughter,Jessica Whitney, on July 3, 2011; born to her son Jess.Carol Steinke Vance ‘64 has retired after 42 plus years of nursing inthe Dayton-area hospitals. She and her husband hope to travelto new places and to visit their three grandsons. They hope formore since their son and his wife just married in October 2010.“Hello to all.”Mary Susan Fortunato ‘66 retired at the end of 2007. Sue volunteersat a MetroPark, takes classes for seniors, and helps out at herchurch, St. Matthias, with different volunteer activities.WINTER 2012 12

Pauline Magrath Koplin ‘66 and her husband’s restaurant, BrotherJuniper’s, won “Best breakfast in Memphis” by two local newspapersfor the 12th straight year. “We bake every day from scratchfresh breads, muffins and cinnamon rolls and our omelets aremade with fresh vegetables. We also send gift baskets of Memphis-madeproducts from our Memphis Gift Basket Company.Everything is all-natural of course! We welcome everyone tocome and see us and enjoy our home away from home with us.”Thomas Geglein ‘67 retired from New Lebanon local schools after40 years. Tom is active on the Germantown Parks and PersonnelBoards and is also a member of the Valley View School Board.He and his wife, Vickie, a first grade and reading recovery teacher,have a son, Todd, and two daughters, Heather and Holly.Steven Himes ‘67 is attending National College to be a pharmacytechnician. His wife passed away in January 2011 and he promisedher he would do this because he would have extra time. Shewas a nurse for 42 years and they would have been married for40 years this year. Their son, Matthew Himes ‘96, and his wife, Trish,have two daughters. Matt is teaching computers at MotherBrunner grade school in Dayton and is interning there as assistantprincipal.John Mahrt ‘67 writes, “still kicking. Still married to Evie (Evelyn)Perree Mahrt ‘68, a St. Joe’s girl — we started dating when she was14 and I was 15. We’ve been married 41 years, although she saysit feels like 60, and have four sons. I received my first social securitycheck in August. Look out Naples and Key West, Fla., herecomes Johnny!”Joan Baker Andersen ‘68 and her husband, Paul, are the proud parentsof Eric Andersen ‘04. Eric entered U.S. Air Force basic training inSan Antonio, Texas at the Lackland AFB in September of thisyear and plans to graduate as an Airman in November 2011.Guy Capaldo ‘68 has been an OBGYN physician practicing inMansfield, Ohio for 30 years. His son is attending Case WesternReserve University.Mary Jo Patrick-Peck ‘69 writes, “I have five grandchildren (8, 5, 3, 2and a newborn). I’m now a retired P.E. teacher from a Catholicelementary school. I’m enjoying my grandchildren, playing tennisand traveling. Life is good in sunny San Diego, Calif. If anyonemakes it out west, give me a call!”1970Gregory Bayer ‘70 and his wife, Marilyn, live in Lafayette, Calif. andhave two sons, Michael and David. The couple took a trip to theHoly Land this year as part of a pilgrimage with other Catholicmen and women.Mary Anderson Beatty ‘71 graduated from Sinclair CommunityCollege with an RN degree and has been an operating roomnurse since. She has been married to her high school sweetheart,Michael (a graduate from Meadowdale High School) for 32years. They moved to Seffner, Florida in 1985 and love it there.The couple has three children and one granddaughter.Maureen Carroll Brustkern ‘71 has been developing a Bachelor’sDegree in early childhood education to train Emirati women toteach in the local schools and training school principals in a newconstructivist education model in Dubai and Abu Dhabi in theUnited Arab Emirates.Suzanne Shine Gaker ‘71 recently retired after a 35-year career.David Grusenmeyer ‘71 is executive director of a nonprofit instituteproviding grant funding for agricultural research and economicdevelopment in the state of New York.Shai Littlejohn ‘92 CJ provided a 360-degreeeducation that allowed me to besuccessful in college, as a Washingtonlawyer and now as a musician. Thatfoundation not only consisted of traditionalsubjects, it included an appreciationfor community involvement andthe arts.After graduating from CJ, I moved to Washington DCto attend college and then law school at Howard University.My commitment to education, combined withvolunteerism in politics and the community, landed mecoveted political appointments in the law, arts, and entertainmentscene. Beginning at home, I learned that agreat deal of what is required to move into broader areasof promotion and responsibility must simply be done forfree. By being willing to offer my assistance and be of service,I ultimately benefited by soaking up valuable experienceand true relationships that will last a lifetime.Many people ask how I had the courage to switch to a parttimelaw practice and build a career as a country music artist.My education allows me to freely and securely pursuemy talents, and calling in life. It’s the whole package of ourlife experiences and education that gets us to the finish lineand to living a smart life of adventure and courage.Shai is pursuing a degree in professional music at BerkleeCollege of Music in Boston while also maintaining a parttimelaw practice in Washington. Her debut album willbe released this spring. She welcomes visits to her Facebookpage: Shai-Littlejohn.VISION 13

alumni newsmilestonesJoseph Bachmann ‘72 retired from DP&L after 22 years and has beenworking at Vectren Energy in Dayton the past 11 years on gasconstruction.Karen Elliott ’72 will be going to Mumbai, India at the end of thisyear for three weeks to teach the content of her book, “Women inMinistry and the Writings of Paul.”Barbara Kaucher Etter ‘72 writes, “Life continues to bless in many ways.This year’s blessing was the birth of our grandson. He is the sonof Eric ‘01 and Jamie Etter. They are now stationed in Missouriwhile Eric completes his master’s degree in engineering. Shannon‘99 and Joe are stationed in San Diego as she completes her residencyin OB/GYN. Nikki ‘03 has completed two years of her PhDin Speech Pathology at UK. Now that all of our “kids” are onthe mainland, we enjoy our time visiting. I continue my work as acase manager at Miami Valley Hospital on the Rehab Unit andMike is the Police Chief/Security Director at the Dayton Airport.I often say, ‘we have much to be thankful for.’ Blessings toall of my alumni friends.”Barbara Boltz Ney ‘74 has been working at Miami Valley Hospitalin newborn intensive care for 20 years. She has six grandchildrenwho are all healthy and live in Montgomery County. Herhusband, Todd, and she have been living in Kettering with hermother who is ill with Alzheimer’s and keeping her happy.1980Paula Marcheski Termuhlen ‘81 moved with her husband, Dave, andthree children to Milwaukee, Wis. in June 2011. Paula is a professorof surgery and a residency program director at the MedicalCollege of Wisconsin.Johnnie Hamilton ‘82 is a branch manager of a mortgage company.He and his wife have been married for 18 years, have threedaughters, and live in Tennessee.Lynne Peterson Flint ‘87 and her husband, Ray, live in New Jersey withtheir three children, Jacob (11), Elizabeth (10) and Gabby (8).They are avid Green Bay Packer fans — their black lab is namedLambeau. They also love Disney and travel as much as possible.Emrick Selvage Coyle ‘89 is a third grade teacher at St. Peter School inHuber Heights, Ohio. Her husband, Michael ‘89, works in a managementposition at Mid-Mark, located in Versailles. Mid-Markmanufactures medical equipment. They are the parents of son,Orion (12) and two daughters, Katie (10) and Caleigh (5).1990Annejanette Heckman Pickens ‘91 and her husband, Scott, celebratedthe birth of their son, Scott William in April. The couple, alongwith their son and daughter, Annalina live in the WashingtonDC area, where they both are attorneys practicing governmentcontract law.WINTER 2012 14Brian Zelip ‘94 is a researcher at the Graduate School of Libraryand Information Science at the University of Illinois atUrbana-Champaign.2000John Paul Gregory ‘02 is engaged and will be celebrating the weddingin Dayton. He is looking forward to reunion weekend in 2012.Meghan Colbert Mitman ‘03 is a fourth year English teacher atCatholic Central High School in Springfield, Ohio andrecently married.Nicholas Hess ’05 and his wife, Jessica, were married on March 5,2011. Both graduated from The University of Toledo. Nickis finishing his final year in the University of Dayton PhysicalTherapy Doctorate Program.Kevin Troidl ‘06 married Caroline Jentleson ‘06 in December 2010.Kevin opened his automotive maintenance facility, InternationalPerformance Automotive (IPA) last January. They will welcometheir first child in January.Caitlin Shay ‘07 graduated magna cum laude in May with a Bachelorof Science in Exercise Science from St. Louis University.Andy Wallace ‘04 was awardedan Emmy last July in theWeather News category forhis work on a feature storyabout the 2002 Van Wert,Ohio tornado. The storydepicted a movie theatrewhose shelter from the tornadosaved many people’slives. Andy started working with the Ohio News Network(ONN) in Columbus right after graduation fromthe University of Dayton in 2008. He was recently promotedto chief photographer. Andy, a three-time Emmynominee, says that his first exposure to photography wasin the photography class taught by Diana Barr at CJ. Theexperience prompted him to major in photography andthen communications at UD.Other recent honors include the Ohio Associated PressAwards for Best Photographer (2011); Best Use ofPhotography (2011); and Best Feature Reporting (2011);and also Cleveland Press Club’s Awards for Best FeaturePhotography (2010); and Best Spot News Videography(2010).Andy says that he would like to continue telling the beststory possible as a photographer. He eventually wants toown his own production studio, and added, “Winninganother Emmy or two wouldn’t be so bad either.”

It’s Official!The CJ Online Spirit Store made its debut November 23.The site offers all of the basics in spirit gear now, andwill continue to grow with seasonal items and withitems that CJ fans request.Current offerings include hats, t-shirts, sport bags, and actionwear. We invite you to take a look around the store, and then letus know what else you’d like to see.Go to cj.ourspiritwear.com, or visit cjeagles.org and thenfollow the CJ Online Spirit Store link to some terrific shopping!in MEMORIAMChaminade Julienne extends its deepest sympathy to the familiesand friends of CJ family members who have passed on.Lucille Lieser Voelkl ‘30Mary Larkin Wayman ‘31Dorothy Gnau Brewer ‘34Lucy Di Pasquale DiBauda ‘34Mary Berger Skowronski ‘35Paul Koerner ‘36Rose Beigel Schmitz ‘36Anthony Schneble ‘37William Hungling ‘39Joseph Ballman ‘40Dorothy McGarvey Flanagan ‘40Irene Kinder Rissinger ‘40Ronald Klosterman ‘41Paul Moosbrugger ‘41Catherine Hunkeler Schulkers ‘41Teresa Lehman Vint ‘41Beatrice Poeppelmeier Williams ‘42Howard T. Huelsman ‘44Eileen Strady Pruzzo ‘44Paul Wilkens ‘44Thomas Hochwalt ‘45Susanne Fries Shoemaker ‘45Patricia Dawson Wehner ‘45Jeanne Zugelder ‘45Mary Hieber-Rock ‘46Joan Elise Smith ‘46Rose Ann Claude Wehner ‘47Marguerite Howley ‘48Marie Sprauer Shanesy ‘48Jerome Smith ‘48Margaret Horstman Ahlquist ‘49Mary Jane Hautman Meineke ‘50Richard Rathweg ‘50Michael Bulko ‘52Bernard Mahle ‘52Joseph Treon ‘52Mary Wittmann Johnson ‘54Elizabeth Rauchfleisch Applegate ‘55Mary Creamer ‘55Dorothea Cherpeski VanZant ‘55Shirley Caldwell Johnson ‘56Andrea Nagy Sawaya ‘56James Smith ‘57Mary Beatty Hoying ‘58Bernadine Hudson Needham ‘59Bernadine Beringer Nichols ‘59Sue Koerner Watt ‘59Patricia Kelly Lockhart ‘61Bonnie Schumacher Kopp ‘62William Tumbusch ‘62James Wack ‘64Leroy Delzeith ‘66Joseph Simon ‘66Samuel W. Thornton ‘66Patricia McGreevy O’Brien ‘67Roy Pulley ‘68Loretta Harris Johnson ‘76James Michel ‘80Please submit information for Milestones and In Memoriam to: milestones@cjeagles.org.VISION 15

AlumniInaugural YearReunion Weekend 2012The Chaminade Julienne Alumni Office is excited to introduce a new reunion model thisyear in the form of a Reunion Weekend. All milestone reunion years are invited to be partof this innaugural experience and reunite on June 15 & 16, 2012.Planning has already begun and it is looking like this weekend will be one you don’t want to miss!Planned ActivitiesFRIDAY, JUNE 15THJoin your classmates in the morning for a golf scramble.In the evening, come down to CJ for an evening of food anddrink under a tent on Blue Green Field.Tours will be available of our new exciting campus developmentsincluding the Student Conditioning Center and Eagle TennisCenter, and, of course, the main school building.SATURDAY, JUNE 16THThe new Eagle Tennis Center will be open in the morning foruse by our tennis-playing alumni.Alumni families are invited in the morning for family activitiesin the new Student Conditioning Center.All graduates celebrating 50 years or more are invited to attendthe Golden Eagle Luncheon. Enjoy lunch and a tour of school.Mass will be at 5:15 p.m. at Emmanuel Church to celebrate ourpast, present, and future.Reunion Weekend will end on Saturday night with individualclass parties for all the milestone years — see details below.Individual Class CelebrationsDetails with cost and times will be mailed soon for all milestoneclasses. All individual celebrations will occur on Saturday, June16 unless otherwise noted. Check our Web site for more detailsabout Reunion Weekend, and make sure to update your contactinformation in order to receive reminders.CLASS OF 1952 — Planning is underway. Contact Fred Sills at(937) 432-6715, or fredhelen60@sbcglobal.net.CLASS OF 1957 —The Chaminade class of 1957 will celebratetheir 55th reunion on September 21 & 22 in addition toReunion Weekend activities. Plans include Friday golf and stagWINTER 2012 16night, and Saturday dinner at the Presidential. Contact JackThein at (937) 890-3824 with questions.CLASS OF 1957 — Contact the alumni office if you are interestedin planning your class party for Reunion Weekend.CLASS OF 1962 — The class of 1962 will celebrate its 50th yearreunion on July 27-29 in addition to Reunion Weekend activities.The weekend will include Friday golf and stag night, Saturdaydinner at the Presidential, and Sunday Mass at Emmanuel.Contact Mike Freeman at freebs@aol.com, or(937) 294-0201 with questions.CLASS OF 1967 — Dinner will be at The Engineer’s Club.Contact Rick Ianniarino at (937) 275-7176, orriannarino@woh.rr.com with questions.CLASS OF 1972 — Dinner will be held at Jimmie’s.Contact Mike Fries at (937) 275-4067 with questions.CLASS OF 1977 — Contact the alumni office if you are interestedin planning your 35-year reunion.CLASS OF 1982 — Planning is underway. Contact Jon Boeckmanat (937) 254-2533, or jon.boeckman@ci.fairborn.oh.us.CLASS OF 1987 — Planning is underway.Contact Scott Monaghan at (937) 436-5915, orsmonaghan@monaghaninc.comCLASS OF 1992 — Planning is underway. Contact LynneGregory Storar at lynnestorar@gmail.com.CLASS OF 1997 — Dinner is planned at Amber Rose.Contact Anne Beyer Schoen at (937) 294-5110, orannieschoen@gmail.com.CLASS OF 2002 — Contact the alumni office if you are interestedin planning your 10-year reunion.CLASS OF 2007 — Contact the alumni office if you are interestedin planning your 5-year reunion.If you are interested in helping with Reunion Weekend or if youhave questions, contact Caitlin Cronin Bennett, alumni relationscoordinator, at (937)461-3740 x201, or cbennett@cjeagles.org.

Celebrating 50 Years or MoreGOLDEN EAGLE LUNCHEONIf you are celebrating 50 or more years as a Chaminade,Julienne, or St. Joseph graduate, then please be our guestat the first-ever Golden Eagle Luncheon. This ReunionWeekend event will include lunch and a tour of the school.SAVE THE DATEReuionion Weekend • Saturday, June 16 • 11 a.m.Chaminade JulienneMembers of the Class of 1996 gathered at the Boulevard Haus to celebratetheir 15th reunion over the Thanksgiving holiday.Alumni Choir Featured inSounds of the Season Christmas ConcertGraduates from all generations chose to “Immerse Themselvesin Christmas Spirit” by joining current students in presentingthis year’s Christmas Concert, held December 21. The alumnichoir participated in the opening ensemble as well as theshow-stopping finale. They, along with the string ensemble,concert band, liturgical choir, concert choir and two a cappellagroups, Vega and Age V, beautifully and energetically deliveredChristmas cheer to a near-capacity crowd.“The alumni choir sounded like a neat way to get involved withCJ. I really enjoyed choir when I was in school — and stilldo — and this was an excellent way to relive that,” said LizJentleson Wright ‘97.“It’s been a great experience with the alumni choir, to see andtalk to them about what their experiences had been in choir atschool. It was a thrill to sing with former teachers, too! Since Ialso participated in theatre in school, I thoroughly enjoyed theopportunity to get back on the auditorium stage. I definitelyfeel closer to the CJ community because of this experience.”If you are interested in knowing more about the alumni choiror alumni band, please contact Caitlin Cronin Bennett at(937) 461.3740 x201VISION 17

Chaminade Julienne High School505 South Ludlow StreetDayton, Ohio 45402www.cjeagles.orgPredecessor SchoolsSt. Mary’s School (1850-1927)Notre Dame Academy (1886-1927)Julienne High School (1927-1973)Chaminade High School (1927-1973)St. Joseph Commercial High School (1945-1974)Non-Profit Org.U.S. PostagePaidDayton, OhioPermit No. 174NEW THIS YEAR!2012 REUNION WEEKENDJUNE 15-16We are planning an excitingevent for all alumni celebratingmilestone reunions next year.(See page 16 for more details).CALENDAR OF EVENTSCome home to CJAll alumni are cordially invitedto our community events. Forthe latest listing, or for moreinformation:visit: cjeagles.orgjoin facebook: ChaminadeJulienne AlumniCall: 461.3740 x201If you would like a personaltour of the school, let us knowthat, too! We wouldbe glad to show you around.CJ Athletic Hall of FameSaturday, February 18Inductees will be honored at halftimeof the CJ vs. Alter game at Trent Arenastarting at 3 p.m.2012 Class InducteesLen Pytel ‘54Dennis Robinson ‘75Charlie Szabo ‘98Brandon McKinney ‘01Roger Miller ‘01Angelo Chattams ‘01Jim Walendzak, SpecialAnnual Fish Fry @ CJSaturday, March 10, 7-11 p.m.Tickets: $15 at the doorGuests 21 & over are welcomeWinter ConcertSunday, February 26, 3 p.m.Free EventSpring MusicalJoseph and the Amazing TechnicolorDream CoatFriday, March 23, 7:30 p.m.Saturday, March 24, 7:30 p.m.Sunday, March 25, 3 p.m.Friday, March 30, 7:30 p.m.Saturday, March 31, 7:30 p.m.Tickets: $10 adults; $8 students; $6 K-8K-7th Grade “Try It” Open HouseSunday, April 22, 1 p.m.Free EventExplore CJ today —show your young ones whereyou attended school.