Mission Magazine Spring 2008 - Garces Memorial High School

Campus NewsThe More Things Change, The More They Stay The Same.Campus Traditions Continue...Mass On CampusAloha DanceThe Aloha Dance is a long held Garces Memorial tradition and thisyear’s was held August 25th. It was a great way to welcome ourincoming freshmen and returning students. Do you remember yourfirst Aloha Dance?Bishop’s MassBishop John Steinbock and local priests conducted the annualBishop’s Mass on campus on September 10, 2007, the same date ofthe first Mass held 60 years earlier to commemorate the opening ofGarces. After Mass, the Peer Counselors held a reception in theFireside Room for the Bishop and the priests to thank them. Howmany school Masses did you attend while at Garces Memorial?Sadie Hawkins DanceThis year’s Sadie Hawkins Dance was held November 17th and thestudents came dressed as their favorite storybook character. Do youremember who you asked to the Sadie Hawkins Dance?School RalliesWinter FormalThis year’s Winter Formal on February 2nd was a masquerade ball.The theme was “A Night in New Orleans” and Monsignor Leddy Hallwas transformed with Mardi Gras decorations. Do you rememberwho you went with to your Winter Formal?Winter RallyThis year’s Winter Rally started off with Stephen Harmer, JoeJannino, Tom Hollenbeck, Riley Scott, and Michael Berryperforming to Michael Jackson’s Thriller. Do you rememberyelling and cheering during your school rallies?Page 2