Congratulations!
2020 Crushers at a Glance

Congratulations to the Class of 2020, whose members celebrated their four years at Bishop McCort with a once-in-a-lifetime graduation at the iconic Silver Drive-In on May 27. Here’s a quick look at this memorable class and their achievements:
  • 100% graduation rate
  • 97% pursuing college or serving our country as members of the United States Marine Corps or United States Air Force
  • Attending nearly 30 universities across the country, including University of Pennsylvania, University of Notre Dame, University of California-Berkeley, University of Tennessee, Penn State University, Ohio State University, Saint Vincent College, University of Pittsburgh, Saint Francis University and many more
  • $3.5 million in scholarships or other academic awards
  • 9,080 hours of community service over four years
  • 15 students continuing their athletic careers at Division I, II and III colleges and universities

Click here for a Tribune-Democrat article and here for a Video that showcased their graduation ceremony. Congratulations! #crushers4life
NEWS
Taking students' educational experiences to the next level

 A recent restructure of our administrative team is giving us added capacity to make sure that every student is meeting his or her academic goals and building the foundation they need to succeed upon graduation.

The changes take our college preparatory efforts to the next level and mark the beginning of an informal and collaborative partnership with Bishop Carroll Catholic High School. In addition to Tom Smith, Principal and Chief Administrative Officer , the team includes:

  • Chris Pfeil, Dean of Students, responsible for day-to-day operations, student behavior, parent communication and support services

  • Jennifer Bradley, Dean of Instruction, responsible for instructional oversight, curriculum development and data analyses to support students' academic goals

  • Richard Denhard, Career and College Readiness Coordinator, responsible for comprehensive post-secondary planning at Bishop McCort and Bishop Carroll

Stephen Cotchen , Assistant Principal at Bishop McCort, will join the Bishop Carroll team as its new Head of School beginning July 1.

Click for stories in the Tribune-Democrat , WTAJ-TV , WJAC-TV and the Altoona Mirror or visit mccort.org for more info.
15 Crushers commit to collegiate athletic careers
One day after graduation, seven more Crushers announced they will continue their athletic careers at the collegiate level, bringing the total number Class of 2020 collegiate student-athletes to fifteen.

They include Levi Allison , Saint Vincent College, baseball; Cole Bradley , Lebanon Valley College, hockey; Madison Buxton , Lock Haven University, cheerleading; Danielle Cramer , Kent State University, cheerleading; Mikayla Martin , Mount Aloysius College, basketball; Angelina Petro , Saint Francis University, cheerleading; and Zach Ramach , Seton Hill University, baseball.

Read the story from the Tribune-Democrat .
All School Reunion
Saturday, 8/29/20
 3pm - 8pm
This year at Bishop McCort Catholic High School.
Crusher Gold Rush Game!
Friday, 8/28/20
7 pm, Sargent's Point Stadium vs Forest Hills

2020 Crusher Open
Saturday, 9/10/20, Windber Country Club
Call 814-248-3885 for details.

Watch our social media and your inbox for more info or contact us at alumni@mccort.org . See you then!
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Colonel Andy Stremmel
US Air Force, Class of 1996
 
  • Intelligence Operations Division Chief, North American Aerospace Defense Command (NORAD) and U.S. Northern Command, Peterson Air Force Base, CO

  • Bachelor of Science in Operations Research, United States Air Force Academy; Master of Science in International Relations, Troy University; Master of Military Operational Art and Science, Air Command and Staff College; Master of Strategic Studies, United States Army War College

  • Leadership Highlights:  A career intelligence officer, Col. Stremmel has served our country in several leadership capacities since 2000, including as Deputy Director of the White House Situation Room and as Commander of the 315th Training Squadron at Goodfellow Air Force Base. He deployed during the initial phases of Operation ENDURING FREEDOM in 2001 and IRAQI FREEDOM in 2003, followed by a deployment later in his career in support of Operation ODYSSEY DAWN and UNIFED PROTECTOR. He is a graduate of the United States Air Force Weapons School (think “Top Gun” but no movie!) where he later instructed. Col. Stremmel recently shared his experiences and perspectives with the Class of 2020 as the keynote speaker at our May 27 commencement.

  • Family: Col. Stremmel and his wife, Laura, have four children (all Steelers fans). Despite moving every 1-2 years, he still considers Pennsylvania home and visits his parents every chance he gets. His two older brothers are both McCort alumni and reunions are full of stories of Point Stadium glory!
 
  • Words to live by: “Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be frightened, and do not be dismayed, for the Lord your God is with you wherever you go.” Joshua 1:9

  • Why I support Bishop McCort: Bishop McCort set an incredible foundation for me. Integrity First, Service Before Self, and Excellence in all We Do are the Air Force core values, but I learned them in Johnstown first. I am a proud Crusher for life and am so thankful for the education I received and the friendships I made at Bishop McCort.
Athletic Resocialization Plan

Based on guidelines from CDC, Pennsylvania Department of Health, PIAA and other organizations, Bishop McCort Athletic Department has released a 12-step plan that outlines recommendations and strategies for a return to sports. Visit mccort.org for more info and to review the plan.
Several class reunions scheduled for 2020 have been postponed until 2021 due to the coronavirus, including:

Class of 1965 - 55th Reunion - date TBD
Class of 1968 -70th Birthday Party - date TBD
Class of 1970 - 50th Reunion - rescheduled July 2-3, 2021

Stay in touch through our Alumni page, where you can also update your contact info to get the latest Alumni news.
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