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February, 2013
Dear Parents and Guardians,
When I spoke to the students last week about Mr. Fitzpatrick’s resignation, I told them that “when the going gets tough, Mount men
get going.” Just as Theodore James Ryken and Brother James Kelly would say, “March on,” I assure you we will march on, and we
will move ahead with all things positive happening at the Mount. Our school is filled with dedicated, mission-focused educators who
live out the Xaverian Charism each day, and we will continue to grow and improve.
Please note that the athletic center construction is on schedule. Mr. Dave Norton is moving ahead with the new Brother James M.
Kelly Honors Program curriculum for incoming 9th graders, and we will continue to provide an outstanding education in the faith for
all of our students. In previous times of difficulty, the giants within the Xaverian Brothers steered us to prayer. As we approach Lent,
I would ask you to reflect on one of my favorite prayers from Saint Francis of Assisi.
The Prayer of St. Francis
Lord, make me an instrument of your peace,
Where there is hatred, let me sow love;
Where there is injury, pardon;
Where there is doubt, faith;
Where there is despair, hope;
Where there is darkness, light;
Where there is sadness, joy.
O Divine Master,
grant that I may not so much seek to be consoled, as to console;
to be understood, as to understand;
to be loved, as to love.
For it is in giving that we receive.
It is in pardoning that we are pardoned,
and it is in dying that we are born to Eternal Life.
Amen.
As we enter the holiest of the Church’s liturgical seasons, a season of alms-giving, service to those in need, and prayer, all of which
move us to a closer relationship with the Lord, I ask you to keep the Mount in your prayers.
Finally, dear parents, I am making myself available to answer any questions I am able to during this difficult time. Please do not
hesitate to contact me either by email or by phone. I will get back to you as soon as possible. If you email me, please leave a phone
number where you can be reached.
George E. Andrews, Jr.
President
Mr. Dave Norton, Principal, Director of Studies
First Semester Grades:
If you have a concern about your son’s performance
in a particular class, you should contact the teacher via
e-mail or set up an appointment to meet face-to-face with
the teacher and your son at a time that is mutually
convenient. Please be sure to do this if your son’s grade(s)
indicates that improvement is needed.
For those students not finding success, efforts must
be made to change their method of study. Please check
their grades on a regular basis through Edline. For those
students with poor grades, there should be regular contact
with teachers through e-mail. The Studies Office with the
Guidance Department will continue to monitor students’
progress. Students who fail a class for the year will be
required to attend summer school unless the class is not
offered in the MSJ summer school program.
Course Selections for the
2013-2014 School Year
During the months of February and March, students
will be meeting with me to discuss course selections for the
2013-2014 school year. Assemblies are scheduled during the
homeroom period as follows:
Tuesday, February 12 - Juniors
Thursday, February 21 - Sophomores
Wednesday, February 27 - Freshmen
During this time, course description booklets and
selection sheets will be distributed. All options will be
discussed during the assembly.
A separate letter to parents regarding course
selections will be mailed from the Studies Office. Parents
are encouraged to call the Studies Office if they have
additional questions. Appointments can be made with me if
the condition warrants.
Completed course selection sheets should be
returned to your son’s guidance counselor by the following
dates:
Juniors - Friday, March 1
Sophomores - Friday, March 8
Freshmen - Wednesday, March 13
Mr. Chuck Belzner, Director of Guidance
Please Note: The Junior/Sophomore Parents’ College
Night will be held on Thursday, March 14, at 7:00 p.m.
in the auditorium. This is an excellent opportunity to
obtain information regarding the college admissions
process. There will be a number of helpful resources
available.
Acceptances and Scholarships: Sometimes colleges
do not advise the Guidance Office of acceptances or
rejections. As soon as students are notified by the college,
they should inform Mrs. Mnkande. Seniors should also
advise of any scholarship monies they have been
awarded. PLEASE BRING A COPY OF ALL
ACCEPTANCE LETTERS AND SCHOLARSHIP
AWARD LETTERS TO MRS. MNKANDE. It is
essential students turn in all letters, as this information is
needed for the graduation awards assembly and the
commencement program.
Scholarship information can be accessed from the
MSJ website at www.msjnet.edu/guidance. Financial aid
materials for the academic year 2013 – 2014 for Maryland
residents may be viewed and downloaded on the Maryland
Higher Education Commission’s website
www.mhec.state.md.us. Information about federal student
aid, including the 2013 FAFSA forms can be found at
www.fafsa.ed.gov.
Selective Service System: When your son turns
eighteen, he is required by law to register with the
Selective Service System. If he fails to register, he can be
denied important opportunities such as student loans,
government jobs and a driver’s license in most states. It’s
easy and can be done online, at www.sss.gov For more
details, see Mrs. Mnkande.
IMPORTANT TESTING DATES
The next available SAT and ACT testing dates are listed
below. Register at the appropriate website to take the
exam. MSJ will host the March SAT Test.
SAT:
SAT test only
SAT test/subject tests
SAT test/subject tests
March 9
May 4
June 1
To register for the exams, go to www.collegeboard.com
ACT:
ACT test
ACT test
ACT test
February 9
April 13
June 8
To register for the exams, go to www.actstudent.org
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It’s Bull & Oyster Roast Time Again
Mr. Kraig Loovis, Athletic Director
Buy Your Bull & Oyster Roast Tickets Today!
Winter Sports Update
Our winter sports teams continue to play well as the
regular season comes to a close. The basketball team
has a record of 16 - 3, with wins over Gilman, Goretti,
Loyola, McDonogh and Calvert Hall. The team also
brought home the championship at the Piggly Wiggly
Roundball Classic in Charleston, SC. The Tier I ice
hockey team is currently in second place and is excited
to play in The American Heroes Hockey Challenge to
benefit the Wounded Warrior Project. The varsity
wrestling team has placed in several tournaments
including: War on the Shore, Beast of the East, Mount
Mat Madness, and Battle at the Bridge. The swim team
has a record of 3 - 1 with wins over Landon, Gilman
and Spalding. They now look forward to the MIAA
Championships and Easterns to be held at LaSalle
University. The indoor track team continues to finish
in the top three at their league meets and is looking
forward to running in the Last Track to Philly
Invitational.
MIAA Championship Events
Indoor Track - Friday, February 1 @ PG Sports
Complex
Wrestling - Friday, February 8 and Saturday, February
9 @ MSJ
Swimming - Saturday, February 9 @ McDonogh
Ice Hockey - Friday, February 15 @ Piney Orchard
Basketball - Sunday, February 17 @ UMBC
Inclement Weather Policy
Mount Saint Joseph High School follows the Baltimore
County public schools weather policy. If Mount Saint
Joseph is closed because of inclement weather, home
sporting events for the day will be postponed. For
away games, call the sports information line at 410644-3300 ext. 345, or check the athletic announcement
website for details.
TICKETS WILL NOT BE SOLD AT THE DOOR
$50.00 per person
For tickets, go to www.msjnet.edu/BullRoast
or call James Poisal ‘03
410-646-4700
Spring Sportsmanship Meetings
The spring sportsmanship meetings will be held in the
auditorium on:
Tuesday, March 5
6:00 - golf, tennis, and track & field
7:00 - rugby and lacrosse
All athletes and a parent must attend. Please bring
your medical information with you.
Alumni Association
Communion Breakfast
Sunday, March 10, 2013, Mass at 10:00 a.m.
in the Marion Burk Knott Fine Arts Center.
Breakfast will follow in the cafeteria at 11:00 a.m.
Call Luke Menefee ‘07
410-646-4700,
for ticket information.
Graduation Tuxedos
Mr. Clay Bonham, Director of Mount Ministries
After a busy January, we wish to thank all those
who participated in the various events, including the
Martin Luther King Prayer Service, March for Life, and
freshman and junior retreats.
February brings the return of the sophomore
retreats on February 5, 11, 19 and 25. to the Holocaust
Museum. We will celebrate our Ash Wednesday prayer
service on Wednesday, February 13.
The Parents’ Corner
Mrs. Mary Wiedel, Director of Parent Relations
The Mount’s first semester has concluded. As the
saying goes, “Put this one in the book!” Now is an excellent
time to have what I call a “mini-academic home conference”
with your son. The purpose of this meeting is for your son to
verbally assess how well he is succeeding in the current
academic year. How were his grades for the second quarter
of this year? You should have received the grades via email
on Thursday, January 31. Is there a particular course this year
that he finds rather challenging? Has he faced any major
academic hurdles? How are his test grades and quiz grades?
What is his track record with regards to turning in homework,
papers and projects in a timely manner? What steps has he
taken to improve any low grades? Does he regularly check
Edline to see his grades and have you logged onto Edline to
follow your son’s progress? If your son has struggled with
any course this year, has he attended the weekly National
Honor Society (NHS) tutoring sessions after school on Mondays and Wednesdays? The student tutors will assist students
in different subjects. NHS members are required to serve in
this way! And finally, does your son honestly believe he has
performed to the best of his ability in each class?
Many of our students have made the honor roll each
quarter so far this year (all grades a B or higher), so your son
may be already doing very well in his studies. That being
said, it is still helpful to sit down together and discuss his
progress. Even if his grades are solid at this point, the third
quarter is often the most challenging one. Often there are
many new concepts introduced! It is important that your son
begins this quarter strong. Now reassess your son’s home
learning environment. Does he have a quiet room to study?
Is it free from distractions such as a cell phone, a TV, lots of
other media items such as a game system, a stereo, an Ipod?
Does he concentrate for long stretches or does he take lots of
breaks that cause him to get off task? If some changes need
to be made to his study area, then it behooves him to make the
changes before any grades slip and possibly lead to a failure.
Summer school is expensive and not fun!
Establish a game plan to finish the year. Write down
any ideas from your joint “home conference” so they can be
implemented in the second semester. Finally, celebrate the
academic successes that have occurred so far this year!
A representative from CY’S of Catonsville will be
taking measurements for senior graduation tuxedos on
Wednesday, February 6, and Thursday, February 7
from 9:00 a.m. - l:00 p.m. in the cafeteria. Students
should check the bulletin board in Ryken Hall for their
appointment date and time. The cost of the tuxedo rental
is part of the senior fee. Students may rent black dress
shoes for an additional cost of $12.00. Checks for rental
shoes should be made payable to Cy’s of Catonsville.
Senior Class Parents
Parents are invited to help plan the Senior Class
Post-Prom Party. Be a part of this memorable and safe
event to be held following the senior prom on Saturday,
May 18.
For more information, contact Ms. Stearns,
410-644-3300, ext. 259, or kstearns@admin.msjnet.edu
or Ms. Bicknell, ext. 440 or
kbicknell@admin.msjnet.edu.
National Honor Society
National Honor Society applications for current
sophomores and juniors will be accepted from Friday,
February 1 through Tuesday, February 19. Applications will be submitted online. Interested students must
have a minimum 3.3 cumulative, weighted GPA to apply.
Questions? Please contact Mr. Breen, Mr. Kaufmann
or Ms. Slingluff.
Basket and Bag Bingo
A Basket and Bag Bingo featuring Longaberger
baskets and Vera Bradley bags will be held on Sunday,
March 3, at 2:00 p.m. in the Mount Saint Joseph
High School cafeteria. Doors open at 1:00 p.m. and an
early-bird game will be held at 1:45 p.m. The proceeds
from this bingo will benefit My Brother’s Keeper, a
community outreach center in Irvington. Tickets for the
bingo are $20.00 each. Tickets are on sale NOW and
can be purchased by contacting Kathy Holden, 301-490
-7918 or kholden123@gmail.com or mail your check
made payable to My Brother’s Keeper to Kathy Holden, 8120 Calla Lilly Drive, Ellicott City, MD 21043.
Monetary donation or business gift donations can be
made by contacting Mary Hendricks, 410-869-0243.
February Meeting
Inclement Weather Policy
The next Fathers’ Club general meeting is scheduled
for Monday, February 11 at 7:30 p.m. in the cafeteria, and
our guest speaker will be Mr. Julius Prezelski from the
Computer Science Department who will speak on financial
literacy. It’s never too late to join us if you have yet to come
see what we’re about. Our guest speakers are always superb,
and there are some terrific activities coming up (see below)
that we could use your help with.
Thank you to our “Grill Master” Jay Parson and our
guest speaker Mr. Chuck Belzner, chairman of the Guidance
Department, for thoughtfully sharing their time and talent with
us at our most recent meeting.
If school is going to be cancelled because of
weather conditions, this fact will be announced over the
radio stations. The best source is station WBAL (1090 on
the AM dial). Mount Saint Joseph will not be mentioned
by name. Whenever Baltimore County secondary schools
cancel school because of snow conditions, Mount Saint
Joseph will automatically be closed. If Baltimore County
opens one or two hours late because of weather, Mount
Saint Joseph will do likewise; however, if Baltimore
County opens more than
two hours late, Mount Saint
Joseph will open only two
hours late. If Baltimore County is closed or on vacation,
we will follow Howard County.
66th Annual Father-Son Communion
Breakfast
Mount Saint Joseph High School
Sunday, March 17, 2013
10:00 a.m. in the auditorium
Mark your calendars now for what promises to be a sellout
Father/Son Communion Breakfast. A hearty breakfast with a
guest speaker will follow Mass. A mailing will be going out
soon with ticket information.
Father-Son Golf Tournament
Polish up those clubs for the annual MSJ Fathers’
Club Family-Son Golf Tournament to be held
at the Compass Pointe Golf Course on
Friday, April 5, 2013. This event is for
golfers and duffers of all skill levels and
provides a day of fun and camaraderie for our
St. Joe family. Look for more information in the Fathers’
Club section of the MSJ web site. Questions regarding this
event can be directed to Patrick Nussear, tournament
coordinator, 410-247-1502 or pjayen@comcast.net. Hope to
see you there!
Fathers’ Club Raffle
Drawing: Tuesday, April 16, 2013
Name________________________________________
Address______________________________________
Phone________________________________________
Your son’s name and homeroom #________________
Number of tickets you are requesting_____________
Tickets are $10.00. 1st prize is $1,000.00, 2nd prize is
$600.00, 3rd prize is $300.00, 4th prize is $200.00 and
5th prize is $100.00.
Please return this form to Mrs. Sexton in the Studies
Office or Mr. Bernd McDivitt in room 209, or mail to
Mr. Bernd McDivitt at Mount Saint Joseph.
Financial Aid Applications. . .
Financial aid applications for the 2013-2014
school year are available in the Business Office. If you
would like to apply, please have your son stop by for an
application or apply on line at www.psas.org. Our internet access code is MSJ82 and our school code
is 4682. Applications are not mailed out. Only one application per family is required.
Remember, you MUST apply for financial aid
each year. Applications with the proper paperwork
must be postmarked by Friday, February 1, 2013. We
WILL NOT accept late applications.
SCIENCE FAIR
This year’s Science Fair will be held Monday,
February 25, through Thursday, February 28. Students
will exhibit projects from environmental issues, life science
and physical science.
If you are currently working or
studying the field of science or engineering
and would like to participate as a judge on
Monday, February 25, from 3:00 p.m. 7:00 p.m., please contact Allison White at
awhite@admin.msjnet.edu.
On Thursday, February 28, at 7:00 p.m. in the
auditorium, we will have an awards ceremony and a guest
speaker. Parents and friends are invited to attend. A social
will follow in the cafeteria.
February Meeting - Our next meeting will be Tuesday, February 5, at 7:30 p.m. in the cafeteria.
Fashion Show 2013 - "Celebrating Fashion Week"- Save the date, Sunday, April 14, 1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. at our NEW
VENUE - The BWI Hilton. Tickets are $50. You will not want to miss this 47th annual Fashion Show! Enjoy lunch, MSJ
mothers and their senior sons modeling casual and formal fashions, a silent auction, gift and gourmet raffle, 50/50 raffle, and
more!!!!!! Flyers will be available on the Mothers' Club website soon.
It is never too early or late to begin collecting donations for the fashion show. Your new and never used, unwanted items
(in their original packaging) will find a new home in one of our Gift and Gourmet baskets or as a delightful silent auction item.
Donations of any kind are greatly appreciated - we will use it!
Some suggestions but don't limit yourself to these!
Gift cards/certificates, "services" - massages, catering, landscaping, lessons (golf, tennis, etc.), manicures, hair styling,
condo rental for a week or weekend; gourmet food items: jellies, sauces, spreads, teas, coffees, hot cocoa, nuts, popcorn;
pampering items: soaps, shower gel, cosmetic bags, lotions, manicure items, candles, candlesticks, potpourri, pillows,
slippers; paper items: inspirational books, journals, stationery, fancy pens, photo albums, scrapbooking items; kitchen items:
mugs, cookbooks, aprons, placemats, utensils, gadgets, platters, dishes, glasses, cookware; sports items: tennis or golf balls,
fitness wear, fitness gear, water bottles, gym bags, backpacks, sports teams paraphernalia; coffee or tea items: cups/saucers,
mugs, honey, fancy sugar cubes, teapots, teacups, exotic teas or coffees; knick-knacks: paperweights, figurines, book ends,
small lamps or votives, picture frames; accessories: jewelry, trinket boxes, purses, wallets, tote bags, travel bags, scarves;
wine and related items: glasses, cocktail napkins, decanters, corkscrews; charms, coasters; games: puzzles, toddler toys,
children’s books, baby things; seasonal items (Christmas, Easter, beach); man cave items: beer steins, baseball caps, grilling
utensils, specialty beers. Donations can be brought to the Mothers’ Club monthly meetings, to Fashion Show meetings, or – if
you prefer – send them in with your son (wrapped and clearly marked for the Fashion Show) and he can leave them with
Mrs. Wiedel, in the Administration Office, Saint Joseph Hall. Any questions, contact Joy Parson jpmparson@comcast.net
or Mary Scavilla crackerbox18@gmail.com, co-chairs of the Silent Auction/Gift and Gourmet committee. Thank you so
much for your support!
The Outreach Committee works closely with My Brother's Keeper (MBK), which provides daily meals and assistance
to the people in the Irvington community surrounding our school. With the temperatures decreasing they are in need of cold
weather clothing in adult sizes, i.e., sweaters, sport socks, hats, scarves, and gloves. These items can be brought to any
Mother's Club meeting, or dropped off by you or your son in Mrs. Wiedel's office, Saint Joseph Hall. To learn more or help
support MBK, please contact Sharon Campbell 410-599-4599 - wees4@comcast.net, or Vicky Kenney 410-859-5911 mjvk@cablespeed.com. Thank you in advance for your support.
Want to be in touch as an alumni mom? - Please contact Joanne Waeltermann at jwaelterma@aol.com. Many
alumni moms will participate in this year’s PHONATHON on Wednesday, February 20, 6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Dialing for dollars is not as hard as you may think. Dinner and training precede the phoning. The Mothers' Club raised
$29,000 last year. We are second only to the baseball team in amount raised!
Mount Saint Joseph Mothers’ Club
Present the 47th Annual Fashion Show
“Celebrating Fashion Week”
Sunday, April 14, 2013
1:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
BWI Airport Hilton
1739 West Nursery Road
Linthicum Heights, Maryland 21090
Women’s Formal Wear From Deja’Vu Boutique of Mount Airy, MD
Tuxedos from Cy’s Of Catonsville
Fashion show Reservation Ticket Order Form
$50.00 per person
Name____________________________________________________________________
Address__________________________________________________________________
Telephone Phone__________________________________________________________
Number of Tickets___________ Total Amount Enclosed________________________
Please make checks payable to Mount Saint Joseph Mothers’ Club. Send your payment and
a self-addressed, stamped envelope to Pat Randall, 1016 Lyndhurst Street, Baltimore,
MD 21229
All activities take place on campus unless otherwise indicated. Please remember that the school calendar is always
subject to change. Follow updates to the school calendar at www.msj.edu under Quicklinks>School Calendar.
FEBRUARY 2013
1-Fri.
2-Sat.
13-Wed.
Day 3
Alumni Association Board Meeting
6:30 pm
10:15 am
12:00 pm
7:00 pm
8th Grade Speech Tournament
Alumni Mentoring Retreat
Mount de Sales Musical
8:00 am
8:30 am
7:00 pm
17-Sun. St. Agnes CYO Basketball
1:00 pm
19-Tue. Day 4
Freshman Retreat
Soph. Retreat-Holocaust Museum
14-Thu.
4-Mon. Day 3
Honor Assembly-Juniors
10:15 am
5-Tue. Day 4
2 HR LATE SCHEDULE
Soph. Retreat-Holocaust Museum
Honor Assembly-Seniors
Mothers’ Club Meeting
8:00 am
11:30 am
7:30 pm
6-Wed. Day 1
Junior Retreat
Graduation Tux Measurements Café
7-Thu. Day 2
Freshman Retreat
Junior Retreat
Graduation Tux Measurements Café
9-Sat.
9:30 am
Day 2
Financial Aid Applications due
AP applications due
Honor Assembly-Freshmen
MSJ Board of Dir. Meeting
Mount de Sales Musical
3-Sun. Mount de Sales Musical
8-Fri.
Day 2
Ash Wednesday Prayer Service
15-Fri. Professional Day-NO SCHOOL FOR
STUDENTS Faculty and Staff Retreat
11:30 am
18-Mon.SCHOOL CLOSED-Presidents’ Day Holiday
8:00 am
20-Wed.
Day 1
Junior Retreat
XBSS Induction Ceremony Aud&Café 5:30 pm
21-Thu.
Day 2
Freshman Retreat
22-Fri. Day 3
9:00 - 1:00
9:00 - 1:00
Day 3
Junior Retreat
All PE/Health classes will meet – Aud.
MIAA Wrestling Championship - Gym 3:30 pm
MIAA Wrestling Championship - Gym
8:30 am - 7:00 pm
10-Sun. Junior League Wrestling - Gym
8:30 am - 3:00 pm
11-Mon. Day 4
Soph. Retreat-Holocaust Museum
Fathers’ Club Meeting
8:00 am
7:30 pm
12-Tue. Day 1
Mothers’ Club Fashion Show Mtg.
7:30 pm
23-Sat.
Alumni Association. Bull Roast
6:00 pm
24-Sun. St. Agnes CYO Basketball
11:30 am
25-Mon. Day 4
Soph. Retreat – Holocaust Museum
Science Fair Judging
8:00 am
3:00 pm
26-Tue. Day 1
Freshman Retreat
DePaul Meeting
27-Wed.
28-Thu.
7:00 pm
Day 2
End of Winter Season Sports
Coaches’ Meeting
6:30 pm
Day 3
Freshman Retreat
Science Fair Awards
7:00 pm
Please remember in your prayers our deceased: Frank McNerney ‘08; John Coolahan ‘50;
Catherine Francis, grandmother of staff member Luke Menefee ‘07 and John Menefee ‘09; Domenico
Salsalone, uncle of faculty member Elizabeth Pease; Henry Skala, father of Brother Dan Skala, CFX.;
Andrew McColgan ‘48, great uncle of junior Robert Howard; Paul Jacob, grandfather of junior Sean Cavey;
Donald Fiery, grandfather of junior Brian Shearer, Nat Shearer ‘05 and Brad Shearer ‘03 and father-in-law
of faculty member Kevin Shearer; John Krause, friend of sophomore Tommy Luc; Jane Kirby, wife of John
Kirby ‘76 and mother of Trey Kirby ‘05; O B Bonham, father of faculty member Clay Bonham; Stella
Wisniewski, great grandmother of sophomore, Brenden Wrisk.
Please remember in your prayers our sick: JoAnne Morgan, faculty member; Fred March ‘71; Robert Williams, grandfather of Chris Williams ‘05; Joseph Janiszewski, uncle of sophomore Luke Janiszewski;
Matt Hawkins, brother of junior Dan Hawkins; Theresa Horne, mother of senior LaMarr Bates; Eleni Doyle,
grandmother of senior Andrew Doyle; Iris Doyle, mother of senior Andrew Doyle; Benjamin Critzer ‘05;
Wesley Gordon ‘88; Joe Miklasz ‘60; Brian Gallizzo ‘91; Jackie Russell, aunt of senior LeMarr Bates; Sophia McCaul, niece of MSJ CFO Chris Sapienza; Charlotte Brandt, mother of staff member Cindy
Drenner; Nick Bloch, friend of faculty member Mike St. Martin; Josephine Sweeney, grandmother of senior
Nicholas Michaelides; Kirk Brooks ’08; Mark Glagola, father of sophomore Hunter Glagola; Jack Czarnecki, grandfather of junior Scott Czarnecki; Evelyn Larson; Stan Chacowski, grandfather of junior Brandon Toth; Shawn McMurtray ‘78; O.B. Bonham, father of faculty member Clay Bonham; Kathy
Cassella, sister-in-law of faculty member George Kapusinski; Joseph Matta, father of freshman Brady Matta; William Hymes, grandfather of faculty member Jason Ader; Elbert Townsend, father of staff
member Erin Baker; John Slingluff, uncle of faculty member Sarah Slingluff; Carmen Fernandez, mother
of faculty member Ivelisse Gonzalez.