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THE MAGAZINE OF ST. PIUS X HIGH SCHOOL
Spring 2015
Why Do We Teach?
CONTENTS
Administration
Fr. Edward Nemeth, President
Karen DeCosty ’93, Principal
Anna Krussel, Registrar
Michelle Steeg, Dean of Students, Counselor
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News Around Campus
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Lancer athletics
Catholic Schools Week, Prolife Trip
NCAA College Signings
Faculty
Rebecca Bickel, English
Beth Bradford, Mathematics
Barb Charboneau ’65, Assistant
Athletic Director
Kristen Chibitty, Mathematics
Greg Ferguson, Learning Consultant
Joleen Finazzo, World Languages
Kevin Halley ’98, Business
Elizabeth Herr, Theology
Steve Kainz, English
Richard McCreary, Fine Arts
Cathy Needham, Fine Arts
Cassie Peterein ’98, Practical Arts
Aaron Portell ’94, Science
Steve Smith, Social Sciences
Stephanie Robert, Science
Shannon Sanchez’ 02 , World Languages
Christine Schoemehl, Theology
Scott Taylor, English
Sharon Tucker, Media Specialist
Kaylee Unterbrink, Science
Tilden Watson, Athletic Director
Melissa Wencker, Social Sciences
Gary Werkmeister, Mathematics
Julie Werkmeister, Theology
Rick Wood, Social Sciences
Jerry Woods, Wellness
Marty Zielonko, Guidance
Staff
Erin Bergman, Office Manager
Fr. Donald Dalton, Finance
Beth Ervin, Director of the Fund for St. Pius X
Bill Faver, Maintenance
Kim Hahn, Business Manager
Bob Kausler, Maintenance
Paula Napier, Director of Special Events & Constituent Relations
Janice Surdyke ’89, Director of Admissions & Communications
Marie Utt ’82, Advancement Assistant
Student Athlete Highlights
Spring Sports Updates
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Student of the Month
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Ffeature Articles
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Ashley Politte, Amber Welch
Jesse Studyvin, Sarah Parker, Louise Taylor
Why do I Teach?
Graduation: Class of 2015
Alumni News & Updates
All-School Reunion
Auction 2015: Hall of Fame Induction
Upcoming Events
Summer Camps & Seminars
26th Annual Golf Tournament
Dear St. Pius X Community,
“The kingdom of heaven is like treasure hidden in a field.
When a man found it, he hid it again, and then in his joy
went and sold all he had and bought that field.”
(Matthew 13:44)
In the Gospel, the Kingdom of Heaven could also mean “Truth”
or “Faith”; when a person finds Truth and Faith, he or she
devotes everything to the maintenance of that treasure. As presumptive as it
may be, I feel at times like the man in Our Lord’s parable. In this instance, the
pearl I cling to is the legacy of Catholic education at St. Pius X High School. St.
Pius X is indeed a treasure that is worthy of complete devotion and dedication.
Currently my seminary classmates are beginning new stages in their priesthood
by becoming pastors. As they grow into their new responsibilities, I feel like I
am learning and growing with them. While I doubt I will become a pastor for
quite a few years, I share similar responsibilities as I accept the duties of being
President of St. Pius X. As in their ministries, I know there will be growing
pains in this new position for me. I ask your prayers and your patience as I
assume this great responsibility. I hope my enthusiasm, dedication, and vision
will outweigh any shortcomings.
I wish to take this opportunity to thank all of our families who sacrifice in order
to invest in their children’s future. It is my goal to make an education at St. Pius
X affordable for all those who wish to send their children here. My pledge is to
work hard each day to secure a sound financial future for our school with the
goal of lowering tuition within the next three years. This is an ambitious goal.
However, I am so confident in the mission of our school and in our strategies
for success, I know we will realize this vision.
I invite you to share with your friends and family what a great treasure we have
here at St. Pius X High School. Preserving the legacy of Catholic education is
a task worthy of our utmost devotion and dedication. It is truly an exciting
time to be partners in the mission of our school as we journey together toward
excellence!
Commited to Excellence,
Fr. Edward Nemeth
President
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March for Life Memoir
I recently went on the ProLife trip with my senior class in
January. It was one of the best
experiences I had throughout
my years at St. Pius. It not only
brought me closer to my senior
class, but gave me a chance to
stand up for my beliefs which
brought me closer to God.
Going on the Pro-Life March
was about standing up for the
most vulnerable
people in our
society: the unborn. By marching in the ProLife March, I was
showing these unborn babies support and showing
that their lives
matter. I marched
catholic schools week Jan. 26-30
St. Pius X celebrated Catholic Schools Week by taking part in Medieval Days week organized by
Student Council. Congratulations to them for a great week and to the Class of 2015 for winning
the spirit challenge!
in hopes of others’ realization that
their lives matter too so we can save
future babies’ lives.
While marching, I was able to become closer with God because I was
doing this to save life created by
him. It deepened my relationship
with my senior class because when
you do something so life-changing
and important as this with other
people, you become
closer while sharing
in God’s love. The
Pro-Life March was
something that was
life changing for me
and I would encourage
everyone to try and go.
Jenna Joachimstaler
’15
The pep rally on Friday was exciting. Not only were the Juniors and Seniors tied walking in, but
there were some great “Minute to Win It” games, amazing performances by the cheerleaders
and dancers, as well as a special presentation from State Farm. In October, our American Politics class, along with Ms. Melissa Wencker, spearheaded a campaign for our school to win State
Farm’s “Celebrate My Drive” Contest. State Farm agent and St. Pius X alum Sandy Vest ’78,
along with Matt Woods (current parent), attended our pep rally and presented the school with
a check for $25,000! This is a great success for our American Politics class and also a testimony
to how supportive our St. Pius X community is. Next year we are hoping for the grand prize of
$100,000 which we were very close to reaching this year.
A big thank you to Sandy Vest, Matt Woods, Dr. Oliveri from the Catholic Education Office, Ms.
Wencker, and to the students in the American Politics class for their hard work and support!
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Congrats to the Lancer Dancers for winning 1st Place in
Division 1 Mix and finishing the season at State 4th in prop
& 5th in mix!
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At this year’s spring concert, pieces were performed by the
beginning band, concert band, jazz band, choir and concert
choir. The Art Show was also hosted that evening with
displays of student art filling the school!
3.
“The Little Mermaid” spring musical was performed by St.
Pius X Circle Theatre to standing room only crowds!
4.
Tom Surdyke ’15 accepted an appointment to West Point and
earned the rank of Eagle Scout. He was presented both awards
by Congressman Jason Smith at a ceremony May 18.
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Ms. Bickel’s sophomore English class hosted a college fair for
the student body on May 19th. The students played the part of
College Reps, complete with handouts and sample “goodies.”
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Grace Richmeyer
Volleyball at Bryant University
in Smithville, Rhode Island
Jesse Studyvin
Football at Valparaiso
University in Indiana
Kelley Conway
Softball at Drury University
in Springfield,MO
Brooke Merseal
Socccer for Southeast
Missouri State University
(SEMO)
Tanner Martin
Baseball at Lewis and Clark
Community College in
Godfrey, ILCoach).
Maddy Kassen
Volleyball at Wheeling Jesuit
University in Wheeling, West
Virginia
Morgan Stoll
Cheerleading at Truman State
Luke Bandy
Baseball at Mineral Area College
Kevin Loddeke
Soccer at Jefferson College
Jacob Mueller
Baseball at
Lewis and Clark
Community
College
Brendan Withrow
Football for
Missouri State
University
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Lancer Athletics
Headlines
Congrats to Alex
Linderer and Isaiah
Hennessey on being
named to the KJFF
Regional Radio
Basketball Dream Team!
Congrats to Isaiah
Hennessey and Alex
Linderer on being named
JCAA Small-School
Basketball MVP’s!
Varsity Boys BB claims a
share of the JCAA Small
School Championship
Varsity Girls BB claims
the JCAA Small School
Championship with a 5729 win over Crystal City!
The ladies softball team
was named an Academic
All-State TEAM with
their 3.62 cumulative
GPA!!
Congrats to the following
student-athletes on
being named Academic
All-State: Conway,
Edwards, Dobey,
Gamache, Draves!
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GIRLS SOCCER :
Won the JCAA
Conference
Championship, District
Title and the District
Championship, and will
play for another title in
the State Sectionals.
Alexandra Linderer and
Brooke Merseal were
named to the KJFF
Regional Radio Soccer
Dream Team
BASEBALL :
Won the JCAA
Conference
Championship and
competed in the District
Championship game.
Finished the season at 13
wins to 6 losses.
Luke Bandy was named
to the KJFF Regional
Radio Baseball Dream
Team
TENNIS :
Finished 2nd in the
JCAA with a season
record of 8-5.
TRACK & FIELD :
Boys 4x100m team Anthony
Hoog, Jesse Studyvin, Zack
Morlock and Peter Kohlberg
qualified for sectionals. Track
athletes James Reed (shot put)
and Lilly Klahs (long jump
and 100m dash) also qualified
for state sectionals. Klahs also
broke the school record in the
long jump.
GOLF :
Won the
JCAA Championship.
Senior Greg Myles
and Junior Tryson
Thornton both
qualified for state
sectional tournament,
and Myles went on to
compete in the State
tournament.
Senior Kelley Conway won the
conference title in discus and
went on to compete in the Class
3 State Meet.
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Student
of the
Month
March
January
January
February
March
April
May
Ashley Politte
Amber Welch
Jesse Studyvin
Sarah Parker
Louise Taylor
My personal hero would have to be my father. My dad was in a coma
for eight months during his junior year of high school. He had contracted a
disease called encephalitis. I asked my dad why he did not quit when faced
with this problem. His response was that when you want something and are
fighting for your life, quitting is never an option. He worked hard to regain
all that he lost and still attend college with the other seniors of his class. This
specific reply has always been in the back of my mind and because of this
experience he has taught me many life lessons that I will remember forever.
Throughout my life my dad has always been there to help me be a better
person. He has instilled in me the ideal that nothing will be handed to
you, but rather you must set goals and work hard to attain them. By the
time I could walk, my dad was also showing me how to hold a bat. His idea
of babysitting was me standing in front of the TV with my bat and him
pitching the ball to me while sitting in the lounger. Now in high school,
sometimes there is pressure from coaches for you to score the most or to
use you as a scapegoat. The pressure to succeed has caused me at times to
lose the love of the sport. My dad has helped me to achieve my personal
best without demanding unrealistic results. He is always proud of me if
I put forth the effort. With this my dad also advises me to walk quiet and
carry a big stick. His analogy means that one should not brag about oneself
or ones accomplishments. The actions will speak for themselves and people
will recognize your determination and success without promoting yourself.
The lessons I have learned from my dad have shaped my athletic and
academic career. I have set goals, developed schedules to reach these
objectives with practice, camps, instructions, and playing under various
coaches. He reminds me that it is better to be a consistent asset to my
teammates than a star by myself. With my father’s advice, I have become a
strong and dedicated person. I can only hope that I pass these lessons onto
the next generation as my father did to me.
The definition of hero is a person admired
or idealized for courage, outstanding
achievements, or noble quality. While
thinking of who my personal hero is, I
thought that a hero is someone much
different than the definition states. To
me, a hero is someone who sacrifices
their own pleasures when you are in need
of them. They give you advice and teach
you how to be the best you can be. A hero
is much more than a medal or someone
recognized for honor, the real heroes are
those people who do what needs to be
done, in spite of the attention they will
receive for their accomplishments.
With this definition, I consider my
family to be my personal heroes. They
support me every second of every day.
They have taught me to be the person I am
today. They are always the ones cheering
me on when I succeed and picking me up
and pushing me to try harder when I fail.
I consider my family to be my heroes. I
would not be where I am today without
them.
The United States is home to many breathtaking
landmarks that serve to remind today’s society of the
characteristics that helped establish the American
way of life. Perhaps the most prominent American
landmark is the memorial for all the lives lost on
September 11, 2011 in New York. Standing at this spot,
surrounded by city life, one experiences a moment of
clarity, a feeling of patriotism, and strengthens the
camaraderie shared between United State citizens,
One does not need to travel as far as New York
to witness an extraordinary location. In our own
backyard, Jefferson Barracks National Cemetery is
one of the most awe-inspiring monuments dedicated
to fallen American servicemen and women who have
fought to preserve the values of our great nation.
While the September 11th memorial and Jefferson
Barracks address the somber side of society, there are
other landmarks that show the beauty of our nationsuch as the Grand Canyon. This impressive expanse
of a land shows the power of nature and allows
viewers to appreciate it on a massive scale. It would
be difficult for someone to view such an impressive
geographical feature without giving witness to a
greater power.
In conclusion, every American should see these
landmarks. They are constant reminders of powers
greater than all of us, as well as displaying the
key characteristics that our country was built on:
strength, courage, and perseverance.
If I could change on thing in
the world I would want to put an
end to terrorism. Even before
9/11 Terrorism was affecting
people all around the world.
There were senseless bombings
and airplane hijackings which
affected many peoples lives.
Then 9/11 happened and the
whole world changed. It killed
the innocent people, and it left
fear among our society. We now
see this when we go to sporting
games, concerts and especially
the airport. If Terrorism could
be eliminated the world would
be a safer place and perhaps
all the security policies that we
now have to endure could be
lessened. The world could live
freely without fearing attacks
due to politics, religion, race, or
culture.
In contrast of the very old
VHS, I would place an iPhone in
the time capsule. Both of these
items would show just how
quickly the times were changing
and yet both are common possessions. The iPhone would also
bring a taste of music from the
early 2000s. With all the variety
we have, hopefully the person of
the future would spend hours
dancing to all the songs on the
iPhone.
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Lastly I would place a St. Pius
X t-shirt with the year and my
name written on it. Not only
would it leave proof of the year
when the capsule was created
but it might even spark enough
interest for them to search for
the school and the girl who put
these items in the capsule. A lot
can happen in 200 years and I
can only hope to leave behind a
few things worth finding.
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Excellence in education is similar to
baking; it takes the right ingredients
and a good recipe. In order for the final
product of the baker’s labor to emerge
from the oven as a beautiful cake or
pie, a precise process of chemistry with
exact measurements must be followed.
For a Catholic school to produce a fine
student upon graduation, a solid recipe
and finest ingredients are needed. There
are so many factors in the production
of a St. Pius X graduate; one of the most
Believe
it or not but I teach
because my teachers at Pius
back in early 90’s were inspirational to
me. They helped guide and mold me into the
person I am today (not sure if that is a good thing
or not ;). I teach because I want to make a difference
in a child’s life. I want to encourage and inspire
students to achieve life goals and educate them on how
they can make a difference in the world. Nothing is
more satisfying than a graduate student coming back
to visit after four or five years and thanking you
and telling you about their achievements in the
world. Thank you Marty, Scott, Julie, Gary,
Dick, Bokes, Anna, and Fr. Dalton. I
love my job.
Aaron Portell ’94
I teach
for several reasons, but
the main one is to make a positive
impact on as many student-athletes as
possible. Whether it be in the classroom or
on the playing field, I just want my students to
walk away with the “want” to pass along the
knowledge to someone else.
Kevin Halley ’98
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important is an
excellent faculty. St.
Pius X proudly boasts
a faculty that is known
for its extraordinary care,
commitment and enthusiasm.
This issue we would like to
highlight our faculty and share,
in their own words, why they have
followed a vocation in Catholic education
at St. Pius X.
Some
people speak of having
a “calling” in life. I believe that my
calling is to make Mathematics accessible
to all. My goal is to bring excitement and
understanding to math class so students have
the opportunity to reach their highest
abilities.
Beth Bradford
I teach
because of many
reasons. First and foremost I
enjoy knowing that I am helping shape
our future. I like being able to share my
experiences with our students so they can get a
better idea of what the world is like. I enjoy working
with adolescents as they have the whole world ahead
of them and they are so enthusiastic about it. I wish
I could remember what drove me to teaching. It
is something I have always wanted to do since
I was little. Everyday I am reminded as to
why I love being an educator!
Karen DeCosty ’93
I teach
because people have the
right to know the Truth, especially
in regards to God. I want them to know
possibilities beyond this world. I want them to
know the possibility of a relationship with God. I
want them to experience the Love that can only be
theirs, owned by them and experienced by them. I
want to teach as much as I can to set the path for
just such an awesome relationship.
Christine Schoemehel
Because
I never want to stop
learning new things.
Stephen Kainz
I
come to a place I
love and work with people
I respect toward a common goal
that is of the utmost importance. I
enjoy the seeming contradictions of
classes and schedules with everyday
being different and constantly changing.
I enjoy the challenges of each new day.
Teaching is not a career for me, it is
at the root of who I am.
Cassie Peterein
When
a student walks into
my class saying, “I am terrible
in math” and walks out saying, “I
can do math”, the trajectory of his/
her life has changed forever.
Gary Werkmeister
I want
to inspire students
to be active rather than passive
members of their world. I want to affirm
and empower students as they navigate their
evolving perspectives and discover the connections
between their own experiences and the larger
human experience and strive to make their own
difference in our world.
Melissa Wenker
I
teach because there
is an excitement and joy in the
process. I get to be a “forever a learner,”
and pass that torch onto my students.
I teach because the journey requires all the best
parts of my humanity and I get to teach socialawareness and understanding to a wonderful group
of young people. I teach because it is a gift to learn,
not a luxury. I teach to provide a foundation of
understanding, knowledge, wisdom and spirituality
for our youth. I teach because I love these crazy
kids and the excitement they bring to old
material!
Becky Bickel
It’s who
I am. I am humbled to
hopefully have an impact on the
journey they have been called to walk.
Teaching with passion and compassion
are equally important.
Joleen Finazzo
I teach
to show students
what a wonderful, unique,
and mysterious world we live in.
I teach to inspire curiosity and a
I teach
love of learning.
at a Catholic school
Kaylee Unterbrink
to bring students closer to
God, find happiness, and develop
survival skills for their futures
Shannon Selsor Sanchez ’02
Teaching is
my vocation. I am called
by God to evangelize, to bring my
students closer to the truth of God’s great
love and in the process, God grows my own
faith as well. I am blessed to be called to this
occupation and to this school.
Julie Werkmeister
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The
following quote was
inspired by a student paper in which
he quoted from George Washington’s first
State of the Union, “The welfare of our country is
the great object to which our cares and efforts out to
be directed.” This to me is Why I Teach. I love having
a job in which all my cares and efforts can be directed
toward helping make students better students, citizens,
and human beings and in turn making this a better
country. I’ll take the low salary knowing that I did
something in this lifetime that helped make this
country and world a better place.
Steve Smith
I got
into teaching because
I have always enjoyed sharing “fun
facts” about science with others and this way
I get paid to have a captive audience. Secondly,
I really love to see students understand the
connection of the everyday world to how it is
explained through science!
Stephanie Robert
The
more I teach the more
I realize that the fact that I really like
our students drives me. I really want them to
not only be able to get a job in the future but to get
a job they enjoy. I want them to have open minds and
to be able to think for themselves and be open to new
experiences. Teaching them the year Shakespeare died
is not as important as teaching them that they can
enjoy a Shakespeare play and something like that
enlarges their world. They deserve that.
Scott Taylor
I teach
because when I’m gone
the world will go on without me.
Someone has to prepare the people
that I am leaving behind. I am willing
and able.
Kristen Chibitty
I have
always, through 36
years and 5 Principals and 3
Presidents, always been allowed to
teach my subject matter “My Way” ...
which is, of course, The St. Pius Way.
Marty Zielonko
Class of 2015
Student awards:
UNITED STATES ARMY RESERVE
SCHOLAR ATHLETE:
WOMEN’S: Ashley Politte
MEN’S: Christopher Novosak
MSHSAA SPORTSMANSHIP AWARD:
WOMEN’S: Grace Elbl
MEN’S: Hayden Dix
SPORTSMANSHIP AWARD:
Alexandra Linderer
Luke Bandy
COACHES AWARD:
Kelley Conway
Jesse Studyvin
STEPHANIE MEDLEY SCHOLARSHIP
Michaela Branson
The Archbishop May Service
Award:
Ashley Polite
The St. Francis of Assisi Award:
Corey Milcic
St. Pius X Leadership Award:
Christopher Novosak
St. Pius X Scholarship Award:
Alexandra Linderer
ST. LOUIS POST-DISPATCH SCHOLAR-ATHLETE:
Lilly Klahs
Department awards:
English : Ashley Politte
Business : Andrew Romano
Art : Alex Edwards
Music Department Director’s Award : Luis Mertins
Band Award : Justin Wampler
Jazz Band Award : Thomas Surdyke
Choir Award : Madison Proffer and Andrew Romano
Math : Lily Klahs
Religion : Michael Appelbaum
Science : Grace Elbl
TheaterActing : Madison Proffer
Stage Manager: Megan Pasckewicz
Foreign Language : Alex Linderer
Yearbook : Madison Lewis and Madison Proffer
Technology : Sarah Parker
College Placement : Asha Chand
Health and Fitness : Kelley Conway. Jesse Studyvin,
Scott Earley
Social Studies : Jesse Studyvin
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Graduation
Highlights
The seniors earned a
total of $1,900,058 in
ACCEPTED academic,
leadership, merit, and
athletic scholarships.
This breaks down to
an average of $38,776
per scholarship
recipient.
Eight seniors
earned Bright Flight
Scholarships from the
Missouri Department
of High Education.
The Class of 2015
was accepted for
admission into 49
different colleges
and universities
in 12 states. They
will be attending 29
different universities
in 10 states, including
Missouri, Illinois,
California, Florida,
West Virginia, Rhode
Island, Indiana,
Alabama, New York
and Mississippi.
The senior class
needed to earn a
minimum of 8,075
hours. The class
accumulated a total of
11,468 hours!
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Graduation
Thomas Surdyke 2015
Janice Laiben Surdyke 1989
Tim Surdyke 1983
Joyce Meyer Laiben 1970
Mark Laiben 1969
Adrian Ziegler 2015
Suzanne Bieg Ziegler 1985
John Ziegler 1984
Jacob Ortmann 2015
Stephen Ortmann 1984
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Legacy
Families
Jessica Zebas 2015
Julie Schmelig Zebas 1988
Bob Zebas 1986
Gabriella Warden 2015
Julia Blunk Warden 1989
Justin Wampler 2015
Laura Zebrowski Wampler
1984
Tanner Martin 2015
Kathleen Hopkin Martin 1987
Samantha Loucks 2015
Lori Ayotte Loucks 1988
Ronald Loucks 1989
Amber Welch 2015
Theresa Hooss Welch 1981
Andrea Utt 2015
Marie Nahlik Utt 1982
Madeline Kassen 2015
Rhonda Gass Kassen 1988
Cameron Tucker 2015
Clarence Tucker 1982
Kaitlin Evans 2015
Katie Lauterwasser Evans 1990
Alexandra Linderer 2015
Gary Linderer 1965
Barbara Siracuse Linderer 1966
Madison Proffer 2015
Mary Held Proffer 1988
Ashley Politte 2015
Glen Politte 1983
Allison Dobey 2015
Diane Doerr Dobey 1984
Ezekiel Arriaga 2015
Brenda Nahlik Arriaga 1979
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Alumni News &Updates
Updates
Kaitlin Davis Hermann ‘10
and Ryan Hermann ‘10 got
married!
October 8th
(Sponsored by the Alumni Association)
Homecoming
Football Game!
Please join us for the
student spirit games
along with the Powder
Puff games,
Faculty/staff egg toss
and alumni egg toss!
St. Pius X vs.
Crystal City
Updates
Amie Held ’13 was chosen
to be part of this year’s
USA Volleyball Collegiate
National Team!
Stephanie Springs Westrup
’85 is a
Community Services Rep
for East Missouri Action
Agency. She is married to
Warren with four children Evette, Danesha, Matthew, &
Elijah and a granddaughter
Saphira
October 9th
Mostaccioli Dinner
Have an
alumni update?
Share it with
us! E-mail
pnapier@
stpius.com.
Nancy C. Hummel ’83 is an
attorney for Ritsema & Lyon
and loves teaching skiing at
nearby Aspen/Snowmass
in Colorado.
Nichole Cordray ’05 is
married and living in Texas
with her 3 children, with one
more on the way
Ben Blumenberg ’96 is
a Field Director for Boy
Scouts of America.
Tammy M. Morgan ’93
is a Document Support
Specialist for CITI.
In Memorium
Gilbert L. Alderson ‘70
passed away on December
2, 2014
Class Reunions
October 10
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Alumni Family Picnic Day
’65
Class of 1965 will be celebrating
their 50th class reunion! Please
contact: Suzanne Parkin Otto
at 314-276-3400 for more
information.
’75
Class of 1975 is in the planning
stages for their 40th year
class reunion. Please contact:
Francie Charboneau Wagner at
rolfewagner@sbcglobal.net.
(On the grounds of St. Pius X!)
October 11th
Alumni Mass and Continental Breakfast (St. Pius X Cafeteria)
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’76
Class of 1976 is looking for help to
organize the 40th reunion! Please
contact Lynn at 636-465-0511 or
Kenny at 636-933-0573.
’80
’95
’00
Class of 1980 is planning
their 35th year class reunion.
Please contact: Penny Little
Heying at mpbsj@aol.com.
Class of 1995 is planning
their 20th year class reunion.
Please contact Theresa
Wiehagen Samways at
twsamways@gmail.com.
Class of 2000 is planning
their 10 year class
reunion. Please contact
Amanda Pagano Mueth at
amandamueth@hotmail.com.
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Auction 2015
“
Being admitted to
the St. Pius Hall of
Fame is a totally
unexpected honor
and one that I
humbly and gladly
accept. I learned
a lot in the four
years I attended this
school and grew
as a person while
here. The lessons
I learned and
experience I gained
during my years
helped create the
person I am today.
Thank you
to everyone who supported the St. Pius X 32nd Annual Dinner Auction. It was a HUGE
success. We raised $131,000 for St. Pius X in one evening! The decorations were beautiful, the food was delicious,
our volunteers were hard working and dedicated and the bids on the items were great. The winners of the $500
Lancer Attendee Prize at the auction were Skip ’77 and Reba Zebrowski. Thank you to our underwriters, sponsors,
donors, volunteers and the St. Pius X Community for a wonderful night!
”
-Hall of Fame
Inductee
Randy Dietrich ’66
2015 Underwriters
Randy was inducted into the St. Pius X High
School Hall of Fame March 28, 2015 at St.
Pius X annual dinner auction. His family and
friends attended the event on his behalf.
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All Weather Sewer Service, Inc. Ron & Jeanne Aubuchon
Mercy Hospital Jefferson
Raymond James Financial Services Darin & Lisa Basler
Sapaugh GM Country Sapaugh & Charleville Family, Steve Charleville ’91
Sheet Metal Contractors, Inc. Larry Krodinger ’63
Southern Commercial Bank Tony Pelizzaro
David J. Stansfield DO LLC Dr. David ’75 & Kathy Stansfield
Surdyke Harley-Davidson Tim ’83 & Janice (Laiben) ’89 Surdyke
Surdyke Motorsports Matt ’88 & Jennifer (Harman) ’88 Surdyke
Vest Benefit Solutions Richard Vest ’76
2015 Sponsors
Marc R. Parson ’93, CRPC Wells
Fargo Advisors, LLC (’93)
Bone Heating and Cooling
Draves Family Practice
DeSoto & Otto Save-A-Lot
Dr. Diane Werkmeister Wilson (’80)
Scott and Denise Dix Coldwell
Banker Gundaker
S.L.A.T.A (St. Louis Archdiocesan
Teachers Association)
Pam LaPlant ’75, Mary Margaret
LaPlant ’04, Brenda (LaPlant)
Broadfoot ’65
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Leadership
Director: Eric Lawrence
Director: Dan Bokern
Boys’ Session I
June 8 - 12
Boys’ Session I
June 8 - 12
Grades 9 - 10
4:00 pm - 5:30 pm
Grades 5 - 8
9:00 am - 11:00 am
Boys’ Session II
June 8 - 12
Boys’ Session II
June 15 - 19
Grades 11 - 12
5:30 pm - 7:00 pm
Grades 9 - 12
9:00 am - 11:30 am
Director: Aaron Portell
Directors: Kevin Halley/Dan Bokern
Boys’ Session III
June 22 - 26
Girls’ Session I
July 6 - 10
Grades 4 - 6
11:00 am - 12:30 pm
Grades 7 - 12
9:00 am - 11:00 am
Boys’ Session IV
June 22 - 26
Grades 7 - 8
12:30 pm - 2:00 pm
Girls’ Session I
June 22 - 26
Grades 9 - 12
2:00 pm - 3:30 pm
Girls’ Session II
June 22 - 26
Grades 4 - 8
3:30 pm - 5:00 pm
Little Lancers (co-ed)
June 22 - 26
Grades 2 - 3
5:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Director: Jerry Woods
Session I
July 6 - 9
Grades 5 - 8
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Session II
July 6 - 16
Grades 9 - 12
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
VOLLEYBALL
TENNIS
Director: Dustin Cutts
Director: Stephen Kainz
Director: Kaylee Unterbrink
July 13 - 17, 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Rising 6th, 7th or 8th grade students
Leadership is a skill which never goes away.
This seminar, designed for middle school
students, will focus on teamwork, positive
relationships and goal setting. The week will
consist of many activities and skills which will
keep participants engaged and ready to be
leaders in their schools!
Join the St. Pius X Science Department this
summer for an exciting week investigating all
things science. Campers will participate in handson activities to explore a broad spectrum of
science and engineering topics. Activities range
from introducing scientific principles, growing
crystalline structures, model rocket engineering,
and constructing circuits and mini “robots.” On
the final day of camp students will be introduced
to the realm of computer science as they learn to
program their own app.
Director: Christine Schoemehl
June 15 - 19, 9:30 am - 12:00 pm
Rising 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th or 9th grade students
Come learn about all things Theater... Become
comfortable with being just a little bit crazy.
Acting, Staging, and Improv are just a few
things we will be doing this week. Bring a light
snack each day. Family and friends are invited
to view our performance at Noon on Friday.
Art
Girls’ Session I
July 13 - 16
Session I (co-ed)
June 29 - July 3
Grades 9 - 12
9:00 am - 11:30 am
Grades 5 - 8
9:00 am - 10:30 am
Girls’ Session II
July 13 - 16
Session II (co-ed)
June 29 - July 3
Grades 6 - 8
1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Grades 9 - 12
10:30 am - 12:00 pm
9th - 12th grade students must be enrolled at
St. Pius X High School to participate.
SOFTBALL
Questions? Contact:
Janice Surdyke, Director of Admissions
636-931-7487 x 143 or jsurdyke@stpius.com
Session I
June 15 - 19
Grades 6 - 12
9:00 am - 11:30 am
To register, visit www.stpius.com and
choose Students > Summer Camps.
Director: Karen DeCosty
July 20 - 24, 9:00 am - 11:30 am
Rising 6th, 7th or 8th grade students
Theater
FOOTBALL
Director: Kevin Halley
Science and Engineering
Director: Cathy Needham
Session I: June 1 - 5, 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Rising 5th, 6th, 7th or 8th grade students
Session II: June 1 - 5, 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Rising 9th, 10th, 11th or 12th grade students
Come imagine, create and enjoy art with us
this summer: Session I will focus on a different
medium each day. Past media have included
clay, print-making, painting, drawing and
flower pressing. Session II will focus on the
human portrait.
The week will conclude with an art show and
refreshments.
Creative Writing
Director: Stephen Kainz
June 22 - 26, 9:00 am - 11:30 am
Ages: Rising 6th, 7th or 8th grade students
Have you ever wanted to write a story? Or a
play? Or a poem? Now that it’s summer let your
imagination break free at St. Pius X’s Creative
Writing seminar. Get ready to create characters
and to share your writing with other writers.
Come prepared with your best ideas for love
stories, battle scenes, and murder mysteries to
make your plays and short stories come to life.
At the end of the week, we’ll take our best work
and assemble it for a commemorative magazine
highlighting our literary talents.
9th - 12th grade students must be enrolled at St. Pius X
High School to participate in camps or seminars.
Questions? Contact Janice Surdyke, Director of
Admissions: 636-931-7487 x 143 or jsurdyke@stpius.com
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