A Message from the Principal, Marc Crouse

BISHOP GRIMES
www.bishopgrimes.org
6653 Kirkville Road, East Syracuse, NY 13057
(315) 437.0356
A Message from the Principal, Marc Crouse
Dear Parents:
Your child has a unique opportunity to grow in Christ while performing at high academic standards. As parents, you want the very best for your
child. It is because you wish them success in all of life’s challenges that Bishop Grimes is the right choice. Bishop Grimes provides an affordable
yet excellent education program based on religious beliefs and values, enabling your child to grow in their understanding of themselves, their
relationship with God, and their relationship with others. Our faith in Jesus Christ is the reason Catholic schools exist. Our mission is supported by
educators who are committed to fulfilling their teaching mission of Jesus Christ and who offer spiritual guidance in a faith-based environment.
Class of 2013 Report Card and Achievements
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100% of graduates pursing college
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College scholarships valued at $90,000
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Ranked one of the top 50 Catholic Schools in the US
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Curriculum includes NY Regents, AP, and Honors
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Accredited by the Middle States Association of Colleges and
Schools and chartered by the NYS Board of Regents;
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College credits earned through Le Moyne and SU
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Average class size: 18
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Complimentary iPads for all incoming 7th graders
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Student/teacher ratio: 10:1
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High school hours of community service: 9,000
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A faith-based community (Eucharistic liturgies, daily and seasonal prayer services, class retreats, sacramental preparation,
service learning and community service projects)
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Advanced technology in the classrooms
We hope that your child will be returning to Bishop Grimes, and we ask that you please make every reasonable effort to contact Bishop Grimes to
discuss your child’s plan for the fall. If you haven’t enrolled or re-registered your child for the 2014-15 academic school year, please do so at your
earliest convenience. Applications are being processed for the upcoming academic school year. In order to build our budget and facilitate each
student’s academic plan for next year, we would like to know your decision by April 16th. Families will receive correspondence with detailed
admission specifics. If you need to discuss payment options, please contact the Accounting Office at 579-0061.
Thank you for allowing us to provide an excellent education for your child and God Bless.
DEVELOPMENT NEWS
STUDENT COUNCIL NEWS
Bishop Grimes is busy planning activities
and events throughout the year. Please
support Bishop Grimes by attending the
following events:
It’s that time again!
The Student Council is looking for members of each class, who are interested in
serving their school community and classmates, as class officers and Student
Council members.
BG Sweepstakes
Alumni/Faculty Clambake
Cobra Class Golf Tournament
Paperwork for offices will be available
following Spring break in Room 132 or
online. All necessary forms are due to Mr.
Kinne by May 21 in order to be on the
ballot for 2014-2015.
BG Auction
ATHLETIC DEPARTMENT NEWS
“You have brains in
your head. You have
feet in your shoes. You
can steer yourself in
any direction you
choose.”
We are excited to announce that Mr. Chris
Schroth has been elevated to the position of
Varsity
Head Boys’ Soccer Coach at Bishop Grimes.
Mr. Schroth has been coaching at the JV or
Modified levels at Bishop Grimes for six of the
past seven years. He brings a great deal of
energy and enthusiasm to the top of the
2014 GRADUATION
The Baccalaureate Mass will be held at
Bishop Grimes on Friday, June 13th at
6:30 p.m. Father John Canorro will be the
celebrant.
Graduation will be held on Saturday, June
14th at 10:00 a.m. at Bishop Grimes.
Spring 2014
BISHOP GRIMES
Christ is our Purpose—Christ is our Focus—Christ is our Model
SPIRITUAL LIFE
“This Easter, let us give thanks for our new pope and let us
open our hearts to the message of Pope Francis, which is
ultimately the message of our Lord. Be not afraid, for he is
risen. Alleluia!”
On behalf of Bishop Grimes, we wish all of our families a
blessed Easter.
BECAUSE WE BELIEVE

“Cross Walk” was the 2014 Lenten theme. Sophomores contributed ideas for the banner that currently hangs
in the front lobby. We are reminded that each day we walk with Jesus.

The 8th grade retreat, which was previously postponed due to bad weather, was held on March 11th. The theme
of the retreat was “The Road to De-Mask-Us”. Mr. and Mrs. Kinne served as our retreat masters and the 10th
grade peer ministers served as facilitators for the retreat.
SPIRITUAL LIFE CALENDAR
Right To Life Mass
April 10, 2014
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On March 19th, the Feast of St. Joseph was celebrated with a school-wide Mass celebrated by Father Clemente.
At the Mass, Sister Rosemarie renewed her vows of rededication.
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The seniors attended a public policy day in Albany on March 19th. Bishop Grimes is extremely proud of its
students.
Holy Thursday
April 17, 2014

The Lenten Penance service, which was held on March 25th, included many of our parish priests who
volunteered to assist. On behalf of Bishop Grimes, we thank our parish priests.
Good Friday
April 18, 2014
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We will close out the school year with a “Right to Life Mass” in April and Ascension Thursday Mass in May.
GET WELL WISHES…
Ascension Thursday
May 29, 2014
Sister James Therese Downey will be spending time at the Roswell Cancer
Center in Buffalo as well as in one of the Franciscan convents in the area.
Baccalaureate Mass
June 13, 2014
On behalf of the Bishop Grimes family, we are thinking of Sister and wish
her a speedy recovery. To send her a card or message, please mail to:
St. Mary of the Angels Convent, 201 Reist Street, P.O. Box 275,
Williamsville, NY 14221-0275.
Graduation
June 14, 2014
A ROUND OF APPLAUSE

Accolades to all of the students, parents, faculty and staff for their generous contributions to
the Joseph’s House for Women. Joseph’s House is a home for pregnant women and their babies who have no place to live and is designed to be an alternative to having an abortion. The
agency is located in Syracuse. Special thanks to Jessica Santy for all of her efforts in coordinating the project for lent. Through this Lenten service project, the school collected 50 rolls
of paper towels; 2 boxes of dish rags and dish towels; 60 rolls of toilet paper; 1 box of formula
and $765 in cash.

The Rochester Institute of Technology has just announced that two of our alumni were recognized for earning a spot on the Dean’s List. Congratulations to Angela Freeman and Sarah
Baris for their outstanding performance.
“Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid or terrified because of them, for the LORD your God goes with you; he
will never leave you nor forsake you." - Deuteronomy 31:6
Spring 2014
LEVELS OF GIVING
GRIMES ANNUAL FUND
THE BISHOP’S CIRCLE
$5,000+
To the Bishop Grimes Community:
PRINCIPAL’S CLUB
$5,000 — $2,501
As one of the students who attend Bishop Grimes, I have learned how important the
Annual Fund is to my academic success and Catholic Faith.
MSGR. SHEEHAN SOCIETY
$2,500 — $1,001
As I pass by the classrooms each day, I see the school making many positive improvements. For example, because of the Annual Fund, the chapel has been renovated,
making it extremely inviting. In addition, many technological updates and improvements have been made to the school’s infrastructure which now supports many
technological advances. The introduction of these improvements create a learning
environment that goes well beyond the confines of the traditional classroom. The educational value will lead to fundamental changes in our learning as well as we will now
be able to access information instantaneously, develop creative thinking through interactive strategies, and engage us in learning. There is no doubt in my mind that the
Annual Fund contributions helped the school keep pace with these technology
changes.
The Annual Fund also supports student tuition scholarships which are very important to
many of the students who attend Bishop Grimes. Many of my friends are very
appreciative of the scholarships that they have received from Bishop Grimes. If
scholarships were not available, many of my friends would not be able to afford the full
tuition costs.
GRIMES HONOR GUILD
$1,000 — $501
COBRA CLUB
$500 — $251
BLUE AND WHITE CLUB
$250 — $101
GRIMES PATRON
$100 — $50
WAYS OF GIVING
CASH
PLEDGE
CORPORATE MATCH
I also appreciate the knowledge and passion for learning that my teachers pass on to
me through their teachings and classroom discussions. It is really important for Bishop
Grimes to have a great faculty; the Annual Fund helps retain highly qualified faculty and
support their academic departments.
UNITED WAY
LEAVE A LEGACY
BEQUEST
ENDOWMENT
When I graduate and go off to college, I plan to support the Grimes Annual Fund to
ensure the future of Bishop Grimes. I am convinced that every gift is important to the
Fund—no matter if it is $10 or $1,000. Every contribution will have a tremendous
impact on the lives of all Bishop Grimes students.
I now the impact that donations to the Annual Fund have on students because I’ve felt
them personally. Won’t you please donate to the Grimes Annual Fund? In doing so, I
thank you for the part you have played in my education and for helping to maintain the
level of quality that makes Bishop Grimes such a special place to learn.
MEMORIALS
LIFE INSURANCE
TRUSTS
PLANNED GIFT
SECURITIES AND
STOCKS
PERSONAL PROPERTY
Noah Fiacchi (10th Grade)
Bishop Grimes Student
Grimes Annual Fund
I support Bishop Grimes and will gladly support the school with a financial donation in the amount of:
Name:
Address:
City/State/Zip:
Email:
Phone:
Affiliation to Bishop Grimes:
___ Parent ___ Past Parent ___Faculty ___ Alumni ______(year)
___Grandparent ___Friend ___Business ___Other ___________
Method of Payment (Check One):
Check
MasterCard
Visa
Faculty/Staff: If you would like a payroll deduction, please contact Alice from Accounting.
American Express
Account #/Security Code:
Signature:
Spring 2014
ALUMNI
“Greater love has no one than this, that he lay down his life for his friends.”
- John 15:13
YOUR
“” your participation that matters most…
As one of Bishop Grimes alumni, it’s
PARTICIPATION
Please consider making a gift to the Grimes Annual Fund today. As an investment in the bright futures of
today’s and tomorrow’s Bishop Grimes students, it is you, as an alumni, that can make a true difference in
the opportunities we provide. Thank you for your support.
MATTERS….
UPCOMING EVENTS
BG Golf Tournament
July 26, 2014
Alumni Clambake
August 17, 2014
BG Sweepstakes Drawing
September 13, 2014
Taste of Grimes & Auction
October 25, 2014
3K Walk
November 8, 2014
Alumni Meetings
We are looking for new alumni
members to serve on the Alumni
Committee. We meet at Bishop
Grimes the first Wednesday of
each month during the school
year at 4:30 p.m. For more information, please contact the
Development Office at (315)
314-7157.
ALUMNI EVENTS
ALUMNI/FACULTY CLAM BAKE
Attention Alumni.
Bishop Grimes is pleased to announce that we will be hosting an Alumni/Faculty Clambake on Sunday,
August 17th. We’ve invited all of the BG teachers, even those that started with us since the school’s inception. It will be an afternoon filled with memories, good conversation, laughs, and food. The event will be held
at the Spinning Wheel located at
7384 Thompson Road, North Syracuse. The restaurant has specialized
in clambakes for four generations.
Enjoy steamed and raw clams;
steamed mussels; fried clam strips;
homemade clam chowder; roasted
chicken; barbecue beef or pork;
polish kielbasa and sauerkraut; Italian meatballs and sausage in sauce;
fried liver, bacon, and onions; Gianelli
Italian sausage with fried peppers
and onions; hamburgers and cheeseburgers; Hoffman hot dogs and coneys; baked beans, salt
potatoes,
sweet corn; salad, fruit and relish bar; pizza; watermelon; dessert; draft beer; coffee, tea, assorted soda, lemonade and iced tea. The price of the event is $65 per person. For reservations, please call the Development
Office at 314-3157 at your earliest convenience.
If you have any news that you would like to share with our alumni, please contact the Development
office at (315) 314-7157 or email chaskins@syrdiocese.org.
REMEMBERING SOMEONE IN A SPECIAL WAY
Bishop Grimes invites you to
participate in our Memorial Bench
Program. The program provides an
opportunity to commemorate an
alumni or a loved one with the
placement of a bench that
enhances the Bishop Grimes campus. A memorial bench is a popular
way to remember and pay tribute to an alumni or loved one. What
better way to pay tribute to a fellow classmate. To participate in the
Grimes Memorial Bench Program, a fee of $1,000 will be charged
for each bench. This fee covers the cost of the bench, delivery, installation, and a commemorative plaque. If a donor wishes, a card
of acknowledgement will be sent to the recipient’s family advising
that their loved one has been memorialized. Each donor or class
will work with the Development Office to determine the ideal location for your bench. The name of the one memorialized will be inscribed on a plaque affixed on the bench. To order a bench, please
call the Development Office at (315) 314-7157.
ONE CLICK, ONE MINUTE, ONE STUDENT
In less than a minute, our alumni can change the life of a student!
Bishop Grimes receives funding from the Syracuse Catholic Diocese and the Guardian Angels.
While we certainly appreciate their appropriations, the funds represent a 13.2% allocation to our
operating budget. Private giving coupled with tuition revenue and fundraising income must make
up the majority of Bishop Grimes current budget. Private support from our alumni plays an increasingly significant role in the continuum of providing quality Christian education. Your support
provides more than simply “extras”...it is critical for advance Bishop Grimes. Your gift translates
into student tuition scholarships. In other words, your contributions provide educational opportunities that otherwise would not be available
to many students.
Whether you are a recent graduate or you graduated many years ago, we all have one thing in common. We want to ensure that Bishop
Grimes continues to provide a quality, Catholic education. Please consider making a gift today to the Grimes Annual Fund. All donations will
be acknowledged.
Spring 2014
STUDENT LIFE
“May he give you the desire of your heart and make all your plans succeed.” Psalm 20:4
STUDENT CALENDAR
April
1-3 ELA 7-8 Testing
12 ACT
16 Cobra Pride Day
17-25 Easter Break
30 Math 7-8 Testing
May
1 Math 7-8 Testing
3 SAT
10 Jr./Sr. Prom
16 Cobra Pride Day
21 Yearbook Signing Party
22 Senior Trip
29 Spring Open House
Congratulations to the Class of 2014’s Valedictorian Matt
Lambrych and Salutatorian Rosario Guifre
On behalf of the entire Bishop Grimes community, we wish you luck and perseverance. We wish you
and your fellow classmates all successes on the path you take in life.
“The future belongs to those who believe in the beauty of their dreams”
June
2 Science 8 Written
3-4 Common Core Algebra
and ELA
10 Middle School Awards
11 Cobra Pride Day
12 Grimes Day
13 Graduation Mass
14 Graduation
17-25 Regents Exams
- Eleanor Roosevelt
OUR STUDENTS ARE AWESOME!
In February, Bishop Grimes Art Club traveled to the Everson Museum for an early morning
tour. The tour guide commented on how engaged the students were and later made the
following comment to Mr. Rockwell, “...the nicest group of students we have had on a tour”.
Thanks for being such great school ambassadors!
STUDENT COUNCIL NEWS
In February, the Student
Council held its annual
Catholic Schools Week
Blood Drive in conjunction
with the American Red
Cross in the Sheehan Gym.
Student donors were treated to a donor breakfast prior to donating blood, compliments to the Student
Council. Over the course of
the day, over 20 students
and faculty members donated blood; thereby helping
over 60 people in the greater Central New York community. The American Red
Cross was especially grateful as this winter supplies of
blood were very low due to
the poor weather conditions
which caused a number of
scheduled drives to be cancelled. Many thanks to all
of the donors, helpers, and
the American Red Cross.
Seniors Travel to Albany
On March 19th, Mrs. Moss and Mr. Carney and 17 seniors traveled to Albany for the New
York State Catholic Conference’s Public Policy Day. While there, they met with legislators to
advocate for the Catholic Diocese and participate in the lobbying process. They discussed
various bills pertaining to preserving Catholic schools, women’s health, and the humane
treatment of incarcerated and vulnerable New Yorkers.
Academic Games
On Saturday, March 29th, Bishop Grimes hosted the Annual Academic Games. The
competition was offered to Catholic School students in grades K-6 throughout the area.
Event categories included: Math, Science, Oratory, Drawing/Painting, Spelling, Vocal, Essay,
Religion and Lego Robotics. More than 250 students participated in this year’s event. The
purpose of the event is to (1) develop self-esteem and dignity through excellence in
academic/cultural achievement; (2) to interact and socialize with students from neighboring
Catholic schools; (3) to promote quality Catholic education; and (4) to have fun!
Congratulations to all of the winners!
Graduation
Please note, the Baccalaureate Mass will be
held at Bishop Grimes on Friday, June 13th
at 6:30 p.m. Father John Canorro will be the
celebrant. Graduation will be held on
Saturday, June 14th at 10:00 a.m. at Bishop
Grimes.
Student Council
It’s that time of year again! The Student
Council is looking for members of each of
our classes who are interested in serving
their school community and classmates as
class officers and Student Council members. Class officers are responsible for the
work of individual classes while the Student
Council works on projects that relate to the
entire school community. The Student
Council Executive Committee is made up of
a President and Vice-President, who are
either Juniors or Seniors, and the President
of each individual class is a member of the
Student Council Executive Committee.
Paperwork for these offices will be available
following Spring Break in Room 132 or
online and all necessary forms are due to
Mr. Kinne by May 21st in order to be on the
ballot for 2014-2015. Taking a position of
leadership in your class or school is a great
way to give back to the Bishop Grimes community while learning more about yourself
and your abilities/talents
Spring 2014
STUDENT LIFE
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Spring 2014
OUT AND ABOUT...
SHAMROCKIN’ WITH BISHOP GRIMES
On March 15th, the Student Council, faculty and staff members, and
Bishop Grimes students, and families gathered together to celebrate and
participate in downtown Syracuse St. Patrick’s Parade.
This was the tenth year that Bishop Grimes has participated in the
parade and the eighth year that the school has been the official barrier
carriers for the different divisions of the parade. Throughout these years,
Bishop Grimes has been able to develop a great relationship with the St.
Patrick’s Parade Committee who provide t-shirts, coffee, cocoa, and muffins for the banner carries each year.
On behalf of Bishop Grimes,
we sincerely thank each and
every student/family member
who participated in this year’s
parade. Special thanks as
well to Mr. Rockwell and all those who finally made Mr. Kinne and Student Council’s dream of having a true float in the parade a reality. As
one parent commented, “Great job, everyone!! Just the best! Can’t wait
for next year. Thanks for letting us be a part of it all.” - Joe Insel
BG STUDENTS TRAVEL INTERNATIONALLY
In February, Grimes French teacher Mr.
Kinne led an international trip, with the help
of Spanish teacher Mrs. Bearer, to Spain,
France, and Italy. Nineteen people went on
the trip including students, parents, and relatives of BG community members. Despite
a “snowy” start to the trip that resulted in
cancelled flights and an unexpected overnight in NYC, the group made their way to
sunny Barcelona for the first leg of the trip
where everyone was treated to flamenco
lessons. Following that, the group explored
Southern France including Carcassonne, the
Pone du Gard, Avignon, Aries, and Nice.
One of the
highlights of
the trip was
attending one
of Nice’s
carnival
parades,
which is like
a family
friend version of Mardi Gras. The travelers
then made their way to Monaco, Pisa, and
Florence. The trip concluded with two days
in Rome and Vatican City, where the group
was able to participate in a private mass
right in St. Peter’s! Hollie Cartini (‘14)
and “Auntie” Linda Young were given the
privilege of reading the Scripture lessons
during the Mass. In what proved to be a
very memorable homily, the priest
lovingly told the group, “I don’t speak
English vey well. So, I will pray for you
and I ask that you pray for me.” The trip
concluded with a traditional pizza dinner
and an uneventful trip home to Syracuse.
Barcelona * Carcassonne * the Pont du Gard * Avignon * Aries * Nice * Monaco * Pisa * Florence
Spring 2014
ON-LINE GIVING AT BISHOP GRIMES
Bishop Grimes is pleased to introduce a new on-line donation program tailored to assist our teachers with purchasing
items for their individual classrooms.
www.bishopgrimes.org. and type in the blue box,
located on the right-hand side of the page, “on-line
giving”. Next click on “BG On-Line Giving Program”
and select the department you wish to donate to.
Parents, grandparents, alumni and BG supporters will be
able to browse online and donate any financial amount to
the one item that interests them the most by just visiting
Remember, your donations are tax-deductible!
Thank you for your support.
BISHOP GRIMES SPRING SPORTS SCHEDUE
BASEBALL
SOFTBALL
BOYS GIRLS TRACK AND FIELD
April 7: Weedsport, 4:30 p.m.
April 4: at Cato-Meridian, 4:30 p.m.
Spril 2: at Onondaga, 4:30 p.m.
April 11: Bishop Ludden (at NBT Bank Stadium),
4:30 p.m.
April 5: Bishop Ludden, Noon
April 9: at Pulaski, 4:30 p.m.
April 7: Weedsport, 4:30 p.m.
April 15: at Cato-Meridian, 4:30 p.m.
April 15: at Pulaski, 4:30 p.m.
April 11: at Puluski, 4:30 p.m.
April 30: at Port Byron, 4:30 p.m.
April 16: at Tully, 4:30 p.m.
April 16: at Tullly, 4:30 p.m.
May 7: at Port Byron, 4:30 p.m.
April 23: at E. Syracuse-Minoa, 4:30 p.m.
April 22: Marcellus (at Rapken Experience),
11:00 a.m.
May 13: Girls OHSL Patriot Meet at CatoMeridian, 3:30 p.m.
April 23: Mercyhurst (at Ripken Experience,
3:00 p.m.
May 14: Boys OHSL Patriot Division Meet
at Tully, 3:30 p.m.
April 29: Fabius-Pompey, 4:30 p.m.
May 22-23: Section III Class C Meets at
South Lewis, 4:00 p.m.
April 25: McGraw, 4:30 p.m.
April 29: Fabius-Pompey, 4:30 p.m.
May 2: LaFayette, 4:30 p.m.
May 6: at Union Springs, 4:30 p.m.
May 8: Cato-Meridian, 4:30 p.m.
May 9: Pulaski, 4:30 p.m.
Mayu 12: at Onondaga, 4:30 p.m.
Mayu 14: at Pulaski, 4:30 p.m.
May 17: Weedsport (at OCC Field), 6:00 p.m.
May 1: at Bishop Ludden, 4:30 p.m.
May 2: LaFayette, 4:30 p.m.
May 6: at Port Byron, 4:30 p.m.
May 29: Section III State Qualifier at Cicero-North Syracuse, 4:00 p.m.
June 6-7: State Championships at C-NS
May 8: Cato-Meridian, 4:30 p.m.
May 9: Pulaski, 4:30 p.m.
May 12: at Onondaga, 4:30 p.m.
May 17: Weedsport (at OCC Field), 6:00 p.m.
Boys Tennis
April 8: at CBA, 4:00 p.m.
April 10: at Marcellus, 4:30 p.m.
April 16: at Cazenovia, 4:30 p.m.
April 25: Skaneateles, 4:30 p.m.
April 29: at Phoenix, 4:30 p.m.
May 1: at LaFayette, 4:30 p.m.
May 2: at West Gensee, 4:00 p.m.
A PROMISING FUTURE AT BISHOP GRIMES
May 6: at Puluski, 4:30 p.m.
May 8: Jordan-Elbridge, 4:30 p.m.
May 12: Onondaga, 4:30 p.m.
May 13: Manlius-Pebble Hill, 4:30 p.m.
10th grader, Aliya Nichols, won
two complimentary tickets to
Once Upon a Mattress for her
Lego design at the Academic
Games. Enjoy the show!
Colleges BG Students Have Been Accepted …
Buffalo State
Onondaga Community College
Clarkson University
Le Moyne College
Hartwick College
SUNY Binghamton
Norwich University
St. John Fisher College
St. John’s University
Rutgers University
Daemen College
Wells College
SUNY Canton
Monroe Community College
Seton Hall University
SUNY Oswego
Ave Maria University
Spring 2014
NEWS FROM THE ENROLLMENT OFFICE
Bishop Grimes Junior/Senior High School is now accepting applications for the 2014-2105 school year. To enroll your child/
children, please contact Sue Collins in the Enrollment Office at (315) 314-7157 or email scollins@syrdiocese.org.
ELIAS DEVENDORF (8TH GRADE)
WYATT MYERS (10TH GRADE)
SKYLAR SMALT (8TH GRADE)
SPENCER MCCONNELL (10TH GRADE)
RICHIE LEONARDO (7TH GRADE)
SPRING OPEN HOUSE
MAY 29th - 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Accepting Applications
For 2014-2015 Academic Year
Please contact the Enrollment Office
at (315) 314-7157 or email scollins@syrdiocese.org
NEWS FROM THE GUIDANCE DEPARMENT
MAKING A DIFFERENCE
As we mentioned in the last newsletter, Bishop Grimes has established a new program
called, “Making a Difference”. The program focuses on the positive acts of kindness
that our students exhibit by recognizing each student who has said or done something
that has made a difference in someone’s life in order to keep interactions positive and
productive with both peers and teachers.
The following students are being recognized for MAKING A DIFFERENCE:
Madeline Kujabi: Without being asked, Madeline scrubbed all of the pots and pans at
the 4th Annual Music and Arts Showcase. Madeline was a tremendous help and we appreciate her generous assistance.
Briananichole Burke-Hill: Briananichole volunteered to mentor a fellow student. What a
great steward!
Alexa Shahine: Being new to a school can be somewhat overwhelming and frightening.
Alexa made a new student feel more comfortable and more at ease.
THANK YOU FOR MAKING A DIFFERENCE!
DID YOU KNOW...
If each Bishop Grimes family sold just 6 BG Sweepstakes tickets, we would make our goal of selling 2,000 tickets! For any family that sells 6
tickets, they will automatically be placed in a drawing for a $500 scholarship. Proceeds from this fundraiser support the tuition scholarship
program. So please support this event. There are 18 chances to win $5,000. The second prize is $2,500 and third prize is $1,000. There
will be 5 prizes of $500 and 10 $100 prizes. The cost of each ticket is $25.
This event is vital to the school’s fundraising efforts. This is a major fundraising event for Bishop Grimes, so please enlist your relatives,
friends and co-workers. The drawing will be held at a special reception on Saturday, September 13th at 3:00 p.m. at Bishop Grimes.
To order your tickets, please contact the Development Office at (315) 314-7157 or email skane@syrdiocese.org.
Spring 2014
NEWS FROM THE ATHLETIC DEPARTMENT
Winter OHSL Liberty Conference All League Selections
Boys Basketball
First Team: Tommy Steinberg (Senior/Forward)
Second Team: Akol Ater (Senior/Guard)
Honorable Mention: Joe Arrigo (Senior/Guard)
Girls Basketball
First Team: Jordan Vaught (Junior/Guard)
Second Team: Tina Hoag (Senior/Guard)
Second Team: Megan Costello (Senior/Forward)
Second Team: Katy McInerney (Sophomore/Forward)
Honorable Mention: Teresa Shattuck (Junior/Guard)
Summer Sports Camps at Bishop Grimes
Summer Sports Camps have been a tradition at Bishop Grimes. Once again, the coaching staff has planned a calendar full of opportunities for student-athletes around Central New York.
LADY COBRA BASKETBALL CAMP (June 30-July 3; and July 14-17)
For more information, contact John Cifonelli at jcif@syrdiocese.org
COBRA BOYS BASKETBALL CAMP (July 7-11; and July 21-25)
For more information, contact Kevin Haven at kevin.haven@yahoo.com
COBRA CO-ED SOCCER CAMP (July 28- August 1)
For more information, contact Paul Hemsley at phems@syrdiocese.org
COBRA VOLLEYBALL CAMP (August 4-8)
For more information, contact Mary Ansbrow at mansbrow89@gmail.com
New Boys Soccer Coach Named
Bishop Grimes is proud to announce the appointment of Chris Schroth as Head Boys Soccer Coach. Chris has been coaching at the
Modified and JV levels at Bishop Grimes for the past seven years. His knowledge and enthusiasm will be beneficial as he takes the
lead role in the program.
Cobra Football to Open Season in the Dome
The Bishop Grimes Football team recently found out that they will open next season in
the Carrier Dome on Sunday, September 7th when they play New York Mills. The Cobras, who will be participating in the newly-formed NFF Division, will enjoy their first
invitation to participate in the Dome for the first time in six years. Advance sale ticket
information will be available soon.
Spring 2014
WE AT BISHOP GRIMES ARE SO BLESSED TO HAVE SUCH A
GREAT VOLUNTEER CORE. THANK YOU!
The 4th Annual Music and Arts Showcase
Mr. Rockwell
Mary Recore
Maureen DeChick
Sue Buccina
Sue Collins
Jana Rogers
Anne Donnelly
Shari Clark
Nancy Walsh
Dale Avers
Gretchen Hoffman
Lisa Mantz
Anne VondenSteinen
Kristi Johnson
Anita Welych
Jennifer DeLucia Chimber
Cheri Haskins
Tina Giblin Breazeale
Laura Cavanaugh
Danette Desimone
Vera Desimone
Annemarie Wolken
Robin Floyd
Dr. Wolken
Academic Games
Maria Naylor
Gianna Robinson
Jeffrey Dargewicz
Quinn Chamark
Autumn Maggi
Alexa Shahine
Karl Kazinski
Elizabeth Wollaver
Dr. Wolken
Adol Mayen
Liam DeChick
Veronica Ansbrow
Alex Trainer
Julia Freeman
Rebecca Wolken
Cheri Haskins
Mrs. Rogers
Natalie Russo
Kendal Mancuso
Joey Knapp
Sara Hopkins
John Wilbur
Elizabeth Wollaver
Jacob Schnur
Michael Keenan
Matt Reeve
Mrs. Vaga
Mrs. Dargewicz
Ragin Hewit
Joyce Lim
Isabella Naylor
Olivia Geruso
Mrs. Rabideau
Aiden Tooley
Holly Hoffman
Julia Boule
Sara Mantz
Zach Talarico
Michaela Commisso
Martin Welych Flanigan
Deirdre Keenan
Amanda Chapman
Mrs. Williams
William Hahn
Sarah Schultz
Mollie Sullivan
Emily Miller
Eric Fernandez
Deb Foster
Aiden Keenan
Heather Peters
Emily Patrick
Olivia Minor
Mrs. Engle
Mario Perez
Chris Mancuso
Mrs. Welych Flanigan
Hallie Cartini
Mrs. Schnur
Ji Ho Kim
Matt Lambrych
Matthew Miller
GraceAnn Labeff
Mr. Rockwell
Ms. Brennan
Raquel McDonald
Taylor Rigle
Justin Wagner
Noah Maha
Mrs. Russo
Gabby Perla
Jimmy Perra
Mrs. Giblin
Jana Rogers
Chris Donnelly
Emily Blasland
Kelleigh Gustafson
Michael Annesi
Harrisson Pelletier
Sue Collins
Mr. Nobis
BG Sweepstakes
Shari Clark
Marjorie Gilbert
Sue Kane
Michelle Engle
Julie Bertrand
Shannon Isham
Mary Anne Cogliandro
John Wike
Anthony Talarico
Tina King
St. Particks Parade
Steve Rockewell
Sue Collins
Susan Kane
Kinne Family
Clark Family
The Snavlin Family
The Hopkins Family
Mrs. Millick
Amanda MacNeil
Mr. Milk
Ms. Guertin
Mr. Hemsley
BG Varsity Softball Team
Mrs. Gilbert
Sarah Schultz
Brianna Johnson
The Yerdon Family
Mrs. Reeve
Raj McMonagle
Mrs. McDonald
Maria Naylor
Alexa Shahine
Josephson Family
DeSimone Family
Harrison Pelletier
Matthew Miller
Ningjing Zhou
Kexin Wang
Nanfeng Yin
Insel Family
Cheri Haskins
Marty Collins
Rich Kane
Mr. Wells
BG Pep Band
BISHOP GRIMES PRESENTS “ONCE UPON A MATTRESS”
If you thought you knew the story of “The
Princess and the Pea” you may be in for a
walloping surprise! Did you know, for
instance, that Princess Winnifred actually
swam the moat to reach Prince Dauntless the
Drab? Or that Lady Larken’s love for Sir
Harry provided a rather compelling reason
that she reach the bridal alter post haste? Or
that, in fact, it wasn’t the pea at all that
caused the princess a sleepless night?
Carried on a wave of wonderful songs, by
turns hilarious and raucous, romantic and
melodic, this rollicking spin on the familiar
classic of royal courtship and comeuppance
provides for some side-splitting shenanigans.
Chances are you’ll never look at fairy tales
quite the same way again!
So, please join us on Friday, May 2nd, or
Saturday, May 3rd at 7:00 p.m. in the Bishop
Grimes Gymnasium. Tickets are $8 for
adults and $4 for children and senior
citizens. Concessions will be available during
intermission.
Spring 2014
NEWS FROM THE DEVELOPMENT OFFICE
BG SWEEPSTAKES TICKETS NOW AVAILABLE
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PLEASE CONTACT THE DEVELOPMENT OFFICE FOR INFORMATION AT
(315) 314-7157 OR EMAIL CHASKINS@SYRDIOCESE.ORG
MARK YOUR CALENDARS…
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BG’s Spring Open House: May 29th, 4:00 p.m.—6:00 p.m.
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BG Sweepstakes Drawing: September 13th, 3:00 p.m.
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Cobra Golf Classic: July 26, 2014, 12:30 p.m. Tee-off, Rouges Roost Golf and Country Club
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Alumni Clambake: August 27th, 1:00 p.m., Spinning Wheel
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Grimes Auction: October 25th, 7:00 p.m., Bishop Grimes
Spring 2014
BISHOP GRIMES JUNIOR/SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL
CONTACT: SUSAN KANE (315) 314-7157 or
skane@syrdiocese.org
Spring 2014