Alumni Association
Forever True
March, 2021
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Teutonia Mannerchor Alumni Luncheon
The Teutonia Mannerchor has announced that they are closed until further notice. We are not certain at this time as to when the monthly alumni luncheons will resume.
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Spring Shamrock Day of Giving
Did you know that St. Patrick started the tradition of gifting three-leaved shamrocks to explain the Holy Trinity? As we prepare to celebrate the feast of St. Patrick on Wednesday, March 17th, we humbly ask you to please consider a gift to North Catholic.
Most of our school fundraisers have been put on hold due to COVID-19, so a gift of any amount would be greatly appreciated. And any donation of $25 or more made on St. Patrick's Day will receive two North Catholic face masks. Gifts can be made online by clicking here or by mailing checks payable to North Catholic High School, 1617 Route 228, Cranberry Township, PA 16066. All donations are tax-deductible and a donation of any amount will help. Every dollar stays at North Catholic, and 100% of your donation goes to our need-based tuition assistance program. Thank you for the many ways you support North Catholic...we are truly grateful!
May you and yours enjoy much peace and happiness this St. Patrick's Day and always!
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Class of 2019
Dr. Glenn A Buterbaugh '72
Rev. Robert Yoest '51
Dr. Cynthia Kennelly '74
Mark W Melcher '89
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Nominations are open for the Hall of Fame Class of 2021
The health crisis this year has prevented meetings to elect a Hall of Fame Class for 2020. The Committee has decided to elect a 2020 class as well as a 2021 class this year. They hope to have an induction of both classes in the spring of 2021.
The Hall of Fame is always seeking nominations for induction Do you know a classmate some charitable work that deserves recognition? Someone who is worthy of accolades for their work in the community? Someone who has done a lot for North Catholic?
We know there that there are distinguished graduates, who deserve a place in the school's hall of fame. Please nominate them. Remember that this is not just a sports hall of fame. You can go to the school website for complete details. If you have questions contact us here and we will pass it along to the committee. Please note that nominations are only good for three years, but they can be renewed. Nominate someone today.
Note: nominations received after May 15th will be considered for the 2022 induction class.
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This month's Alumni Spotlight
Ken Walker
NC Class of 1986
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Update us on your life since graduation
Following his NC graduation, Paul attended Mercyhurst College and received his bachelor's degree. For the past 19 years he has been living with wife and children in Butler. Paul is retired after a 25 year career as a PA State Trooper.
Favorite Teachers and Classes
Mrs Militello and Mr Stutz were Paul's favorite teachers. As far as favorite classes go, he says,"French and any math class as I liked the exact sciences. English was not a favorite." .
Favorite Memories of North Catholic
"Well as history has shown us the decade of the 80's is like none other. The four years we attended North was in the heart of the best decade ever. From current day radio to cable TV movies, the 80's is envied for its pop culture. Going to high school in a time when a kid could be a kid and not have to worry about the future, I would not trade for anything."
"Having a last name at the end of the alphabet, our homeroom for the most part stayed the same for all 4 years. I felt our group in the morning was tight and that we had the prettiest girls. Sophomore year with Brother Brett rocked!"
School Events Remembered
Paul played on the NC hockey team as a junior and senior which conjure up some good memories. He also said, "I like the talent shows and I still remember Dr DeTrude went up on stage to toss off Brennan Yarnot who danced while Pat Septak played the accordion to 'Glory Days."
Who were your Friends and Hangouts at North
Since he lived on the other side of the river there were not many NC students around, but while he was at school, Paul could usually be found with Rob Collins and John Melcher.
What Did North Catholic Mean to You?
"Looking back, our teachers cared about educating us kids. I went to Catholic grade school, high school, and college. As my children went through the public school system, I appreciated my education even more. The religious undertone of the daily student life at NC was more meaningful than I realized at the time."
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Transcript Information
Alums who need a high school transcript should note that the process has changed.
Alumni from 1939-2013 should contact Diocesan Archives at (412)-456-3158 for a copy of your transcript.
Alumni from 2014-present should go to northcatholic.org under the Alumni tab and download the request form
Memories Available
The alumni office has some past editions of the yearbooks. If you can't find yours from senior year, we maybe able to help. Not all years are available and supply is limited. Contact us here for information. NOTE: while there is no charge for the yearbook, we do ask that you make a donation to the school.
Some people who have requested yearbooks in the past year have never followed up when informed that a book was available. Those books have gone back into the archives. If you were one of those people, you will have to ask us to pull it back out of the archives.
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Marriages
Congratulations to Sarah Goetz ('12) and Martin Kisiel on their recent wedding.
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Arthur T. Schoedel - class of 1958 Recent notification of Art's passing from several years ago.
Joan Franklin- former Director of Development at North Obit
Don Jedlicka - long time custodian at North Obit
There is no picture for John Warwick available.
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Request for Prayers
Please pray for the following alumni:
Ken Marx ('59)
Denise Enzerra ('82)
Connie Cahill ('59)
Dave Bauer ('57)
Bob Rathke ('59)
Andrew Mayer ('53)
Bill Niederst ('59)
Jan (Dan) Gross ('57) who is having serious health issues
Joseph Bauer ('49)
Larry Mull ('57)
Gary Tevis ('68)
Fred Arden ('59) and his wife
Bill Biel ('70)
Joe Marinzel ('60)
Don Lewis ('57)
Fr Bill Siefert ('57) has been having some leg and hip issues.
Let us know of any alumni who should be included in our prayers by sending us an email by clicking here.
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Flashback Photo
Last Month's Flashback
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This is a picture taken from the 1965 Trojan yearbook. These are the senior hall guards. In the front row (l-r): Elmer Schuetz, Jim Bushofsky, Tom Evans. Second Row (l-r): Boats Gabos, Dan Wolovich, Ken Dieter, Dave Medack, Tex Hefner, Stan Cisowski. Back Row (l-r): Pete Kostorick, Chuck Rojik, Keith Bassett, Mike Manganaro, John Kovacik, Larry Woods, Jim Tokar.
The hall guards were junior and seniors selected by Brother Ray Fuechslin and were tasked with running errands for the office and making sure anyone in the hall had a pass.
We got a lot of responses particularly from the class of 1965. Bob Mill remembered a few of their names and commented, "Man we are getting old!!" Bob Colbert called them "fine young men indeed." Jim Bushofsky, of course recognized the group as did Earle King, Ron Lust, and Norm Slemenda. Ed Pagani ('71) recognized the hall patrol and even identified Boats Gabos. Jim Kastner ('69) Frank Wimer ('64), William Rumpf ('68), and Carl Apel ('74) knew they were the hall patrol.
There were a few incorrect guesses. Jerry Sestric ('80) thought they were the 1962 championship basketball team, and Bob Tevis ('65) thought they were the spirit committee.
This Month's Flashback
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Who are these guys???? What group do they represent and just what was their job at North??
Help us out by sending your guess to us here.
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Class Notes
The display case just inside the entrance to the school houses not only memorabilia from the school's history but also apparel that is available in the Spirit Shop.
You can check out the NC gear by clicking here.
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Calling all North Catholic Hemingways, Shakespeares, and Christies
The school library has been gifted some books written by NC alums. If you are an author and would like to donate a copy of your work to the school, let us know here.
This month, we feature Up There by Maj. Gen. William J. Mall, Jr. ('50), a memoir about his career and service as a command pilot for the United States Air Force. Thanks to Denny Cribbins ('65) for sending us his book, View From a Grunt. Please click here if you are interested in borrowing these books to read. Requests will be honored in the order in which they were received.
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Class of 1960
Karl Schmitt sends us this photo labelled "My Pride and Joy" but captioned "The last fun together as a family before the virus."
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Class of 1970
The passing of Ray Borus and is wife are detailed in this story.
Class of 1971
Dave Kapetaovich poses outside of the boyhood home of our 16th president.
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Class of 1975
Tom Winner ponders the events of the year.
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Class of 1980
Woody Mudd celebrates his 60th birthday with his daughter Michaela ('13) (right) and the rest of his family
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Class of 1992
Dave Lobosco and his kids know that any time of year is the right time for ice cream.
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Class of 1993
John Nicotra is the proud father of this Trojan player, his son Eddie ('21).
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Class of 1994
Lee Sweeney is a proud godfather at his godson's first reconciliation.
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Val O'Laughlin Senko is surrounded by her valentines. |
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Class of 1997
Rene Aguglia-Johnson celebrates her birthday with her husband.
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Class of 2000
Shauna Gonzales and her fiance Shane Wolf pose for engagement photos.
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Russ Hartzell and Laura Bogasto Hartzell ('99) celebrate an anniversary. |
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Class of 2002
Annie Claffey and her little one enjoy the snow.
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Class of 2004
Jason Casavale and his family are all dressed up for a valentine day outing.
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Kelly Hont and her man are ready for some winter fun activities. |
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Class of 2005
Flora Benaiah shows off her great smile.
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Class of 2006
Melanie Malloy was featured in a story about helping minority business owners get government funding. You can read it here.
Shannon Horgan Dietz and her husband enjoy a visit to the city.
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Mary Kate McLaughlin and her husband pose for a selfie. |
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Class of 2010
After spending the past few years in Memphis, John Klocko finally gets to enjoy an old fashion Pittsburgh winter there.
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Tyler Staniski and Caitlin Reichle ('09) are all smiles after their ice skating evening. |
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Nicole Szulborski and her fiancé are ready for their big day. |
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Class of 2011
Carly Leffakis Shawley and her husband are proud new home owners.
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Class of 2012
Sarah Goetz and her new husband show off their biggest smiles.
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Johnathan LeGrande looks forward to another day of work. |
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Nicole Matschner Geifert and Collin Gefert are all smiles on valentines day. |
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Class of 2013
Brian Miller shows off his ski moves on the slopes at Seven Springs.
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Kennadee Williams is with her special guy on Valentines Day. |
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Class of 2014
Nicolette Bilicic and her beau get ready to celebrate Valentines Day.
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If you know an alum who doesn't get the newsletter and would like to receive it, send us their email address and we will take care of it. Just sent it here.
Thanks to Carmen DiGiacomo ('59), Dennis Ranalli ('64), Dave Kapetaovich ('71), Bob Gierl ('66), Shari Brown Butler ('82), Jim Eberz ('64), Robert Gaertner ('57), Chuck Collins ('58), Al Young ('67), Karl Schmitt ('60), and for sending information and pictures to us.
If you have news/photos you want to share with classmates, send them to alumni news.
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ALL reunion updates will ALSO be available on the school's website, northcatholic.org or by clicking here!
NC Class of 1965
Since the celebration of the 55th anniversary of our graduation in June was postponed. June of 2021 is now the new time we're shooting for. So keep your eye out for further news.
NC Class of 1966
Bob Gierl tells us that there will be a 55th reunion in Pittsburgh on June 5th, 2021. He promises more details are to come; so save the date.
NC Class of 1970
The plan for a 50th reunion were put on hold because of the pandemic. As of now there is no update.
Class of 1990
Martin Miller and Leah Vaughan Quigley are hoping to organize a 30+1 class reunion in late summer. They are thinking about a picnic at North Park. They want your input. So you can check out the Facebook page for the class of 1990. We will get you more details as they move forward. If you have questions you can contact Leah at Levaug22@ hotmail.com.
Class of 1996
Lori Munsch Klein and Chrissy Shraeder are trying to get a 25th reunion together.Unfortunately the response has been slow. They have set up a form you can link to here. Also you can can email them information and questions here.
The classes of 2011, 2001, 1996, 1991, and 1981 will celebrate their 10th, 20th, 25th, 30th, and 40th reunion this year. Let us know about reunion plans so we can spread the word.
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Military Legacy Scholarship
North Catholic has a Military Legacy Scholarship in honor of all alumni who have served in our nation’s military forces. The goal is to provide a $1,000.00 scholarship annually. To date we have raised over $30,000 to fund this annual scholarship. The scholarship is awarded annually to the student provided certain benchmarks are met. Every 4 years (or sooner) it is awarded to an incoming 9th grade student.
If you wish, you may make a contribution in someone's honor/memory. Donations can be made by sending checks payable to North Catholic, write "North Catholic Military Scholarship" in the memo, and mail to:
North Catholic High School
1617 Route 228
Cranberry Township, PA 16066
ATTN: Development Office
The John Latulippe Memorial Scholarship
The John Latuilippe Memorial Scholarship has been awarded to Gabriel Grindstaff - NC class of 2024. Thank you to all who have donated.
Class of 1959 Scholarship
The NCHS Class of 1959 Scholarship Fund has awarded $4,600 Scholarships for the 2020-21 School Year to Brianna Venturella and Rosemary Kenney.
The Fund has awarded scholarships totaling $73,000 to nine recipients since the inception of the Fund. Contributions to the Fund can be made at any time and should be sent to the North Catholic Foundation, North Catholic High School, ATTN: Class of 1959 Scholarship Fund, 1617 Route 228, Cranberry Township, PA 16066.
Class of 1965 Legacy Scholarship
The Class of 1965 Legacy Scholarship continues to grow. To date, our classmates have raised over $35,000 in donations and pledges. Special shout out goes to ART MURPHY for his donation of $10,000. A big thank you to MIKE CROWLEY and DENNIS PFEIFFER for their generous donations.
The award for the 2020-2021 school year have been made to sophomores Thomas Zizan and Kaitlyn Kenaan. They are children of NC alums Dan Kenaan ('91) and Julie Rogalla ('87) and received $1,000 to help with tuition. Both students were on the first semester high honor roll.
We need the help of our classmates to grow the scholarship fund. If we can get more of our classmates to step up and help keep our legacy scholarship fund growing, there is no end to what the money can do to help a student to get the great education that North provided to us and continues to do so today. No contribution is too small. If you have questions, feel free to contact Bob Colbert (bobcolbert@comcast.net) or Walt Quinn (quinn.walter@comcast.net)
Thanks also to classmateS WAYNE BYERLY and DENNY CRIBBINS for committing to making a monthly donation. They join a number of fellow classmates including Wayne Young, Walt Quinn, and Bob Colbert who have been making a small monthly donation for the past three years that is put on their credit card. As Bob said, "it's less that the cost of a bottle of wine." If you would like to contribute a small monthly amount via your credit card, contact Amber Nicotra Morrison to set it up.
Class of 1969 Scholarship
At the 50th reunion last fall, the Class of '69 pledged to raise $10,000 to show our support and appreciation for North Catholic's continuing work of educating young men and women.
To date, more than $7,000 has been raised by fifteen (15) classmates who have contributed. The fact that you contribute says that you stand with the Class of '69 and that is more important than the amount. Please help our class meet this very worthy goal and show the NC community that the Class of '69 remains "Forever True."
When you donate (online or check) please indicate Class of 1969 with your gift. If you need more information, please feel free to contact Joe Bradley(812-216-0394) or Amber Morrison at amorrison@northcatholic.org. Donations can be made payable to North Catholic, and mailed to North Catholic High School, Attn: Amber Morrison, 1617 Route 228, Cranberry Township, PA 16066.
Kathy Monti Memorial Scholarship
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Kathy Hickey Monti's limitless love and passion for helping others was apparent to everybody she met. Her pride for North Catholic began in 1973, when her high school closed and she enrolled in the first co-ed class at North as a junior. Kathy led the charge to keep her school's basketball team together. As a standout guard and the very first team captain of North's first women's basketball program, Kathy and her fellow Trojanettes began a women's basketball dynasty that is alive and continues to thrive today. Following her graduation from North in 1975, Kathy played basketball in college and served as team captain and leader. Soon, she was recruited to come back to North and take on the role of Assistant Basketball Coach for the girl's team and with Coach Don Barth, her mentor, friend and former coach, led them to win multiple state championships. When North opened in Cranberry Township, Kathy continued to volunteer her time at the new school that she loved so dearly until her last breath. In 2017, just before her death, Kathy was voted unanimously into the North Catholic Hall of Fame. Kathy will long be remembered for her impact on hundreds of lives as a teacher, an assistant basketball coach and female role model for girls in athletics.
To continue Kathy's legacy and mission in life of helping others, a scholarship has been established in her name. More than $20,000 has already been raised. The purpose of the Kathy Monti Memorial Scholarship is to provide financial support for a young woman who possesses the same leadership qualities that Kathy demonstrated in her life. This year's recipient is Dacia Lewandowski, NC '23. If you'd like to donate to this scholarship, please click here or checks can be sent payable to North Catholic with "Kathy Monti Scholarship Fund" in the Memo and mailed to North Catholic High School, 1617 Route 228, Cranberry Township, PA 16066.
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Thanks to many of you, our list of alumni who have served in our nation's military services has grown to almost 1,500. We thank all of you who have taken the time to help us with this endeavor. Perhaps you have noticed that recently an asterisk has been added next to name of more than two dozen individuals on the list. This indicates the individual died while in the military, either Killed in Action or a non-battle death. There may be more alumni who died while serving. If you know of someone that should have the asterisk added next to their name please let us know. We will always appreciate your efforts to help us update this honor roll of our alumni.
Thank you to all of our alumni for their service to our country!
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School News
Congratulations to Elizabeth Feczko who was named a National Merit Scholarship finalist.
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Congratulations to the North Catholic Mock Trial team on their victory in the Butler County mock trial series. It is the first time the team has won the county championship. They will now move on to regional competition.
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North Catholic hosted their annual middle school science fair. Mrs Amy Murray, science department chair, hosted the event and posed with the winners.
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The anatomy class students used a lab project to learn how muscles can be controlled by outside action potentials. They also created and controlled cyborg hands.
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Students in Mrs Bucci's art class, inspired by artists Noble and Webster who make all their work from found or recycled material, were required to complete a similar project. students were permitted to spend up to $5. Some spent no money at all.
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Students from the Engineering 2 class were tasked with building a free standing structure. The challenge was to make the largest or highest design using Pringle chips or playing cards. |
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Forensic News
Congratulations to members of the forensic team who will represent North Catholic at the PHSSL State Championships on March 13 and 14! The following students will take part in this virtual competition:
Dramatic Interpretation - Thomas O'Toole, Bekah Bollman, Paulina Bradley
Poetry Reading - Jordan Dilley
Prose Reading - Julia Kress
Persuasive Speaking - Katherine Riley
Commentary - Kayleigh Canavan
Impromptu Speaking - Christina Eid
Congressional Debate - Milan DeNicola, Alex Brown, Maryshawntel Obilor
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Drama Department News
The stage crew begins construction on the set of North Catholic Drama Department's spring musical "Little Shop of Horrors." It is scheduled for Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, April 16, 17, and 18. More details to follow.
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Trojan Sports
While winter sports go into the WPIAL and state playoffs, spring sports will begin practicing on March 8th. North will field teams in boys baseball, girls softball, girls lacrosse, boys lacrosse,boys and girls track, crew, boys volleyball. New to North this spring will be boys tennis.
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Trojan Sports Podcast
Join NC students Alex Brown and Ryan Berry as they dive deep into the world of NC athletics for their very first North Catholic Athletic Podcast! In this first episode, they take a look at the upcoming WPIAL basketball playoffs for your Trojans and Trojanettes. Alex and Ryan sit down with Coach Dave DeGregorio and Coach Molly Rottmann ('89) to talk basketball and their teams’ journeys to repeat. They also recap the recent success of our swimming and diving team in their quest for WPIAL gold. You can listen to the weekly podcast which is available on the North Catholic High School Athletic website northcatholicathletics.org or Click here to Listen to the Podcast!
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Trojanette Basketball
The 2020 Trojanettes are the top ranked team in the state in 3A and top ranked locally as well with a 15-3 record as the WPIAL playoffs begin. The team is top seed and will host Brownsville (3-9) in the first round .
Trojan Basketball
The Trojans (15-4) are ranked #2 in class 4A by the Tribune Review. They are the 4th seed and will host the winner of the Hopewell (1-14)-Mount Pleasant (8-8) game in the first round of the WPIAL playoffs.
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Trojan Swimming
The swim team's Maggie Foley was featured in Post Gazette story that you can read here.
Congratulations to Maggie Foley on winning back to back 2A diving titles.
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Trojan Hockey
With just four games remaining, the Trojan Icemen have a record of 9-5. The team is paced by scoring leader, senior Quinten Shaffer with 12 goals and 12 assists for 24 points. Juniors Tay Melis and Evan Robbins have 17 and 13 points respectively. The defense is anchored by goalie Connor Bridges with a 4-2 record and a goals against average of 2.61 and one shutout. The PIHL playoffs are scheduled to begin the week of April 5th.
College Signing
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Congratulations to Ed Nicotra, Isaiah Jackson, and Nick Maher who signed letters of intent to play football on the collegiate level in the fall.
Ed will play at Edinboro University, Isaiah will play at Walsh University, and Nick will play at West Virginia University.
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Trojan Senior Athletes of the Month |
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Melina Cortez
Basketball
Mel joined the Trojanettes this year after Vincentian Academy closed. She has helped the Trojanettes to a #1 ranking in the state with her leadership and toughness.
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Zac Baker
Swimming and Diving
Zac is a four-year member and captain of the NCHS Swimming and Diving team. He holds school records in the 200 m and 500 free style, as well as 200m freestyle relay.
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Planned giving is a wonderful way to prepare for the day we depart this life and enter into God's kingdom. By planning ahead, you can provide opportunities to young men and women by supporting North Catholic. Planned giving allows us to help continue the work of Christ and pass on our traditions and Catholic Marianist values. Gifts can be specified in one's will as either a dollar amount of a stated percentage of one's estate. A growing number of alumni have taken this step and discovered a great sense of joy and satisfaction that they are helping families. If you are interested in finding out more, please click here or contact Amber Nicotra Morrison in the Development Office at amorrison@northcatholic.org.
For where your treasure is, there your heart will be also.
Luke 12:34
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Online giving to North Catholic is fast, secure and easy!
Because tuition alone does not fully cover the cost of educating our students, we are grateful for every gift made to the Annual Fund, Capital Campaign, Scholarships and various fundraisers. Every gift benefits our students and stays at North Catholic.
Please accept our deepest gratitude on behalf of the young men and women who will benefit most from your generosity.
EVERY gift stays at North Catholic.
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As always, thank you for your continued support!
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SUPPORT CATHOLIC EDUCATION
Our children are worth it...Our future depends on it!
If you own or work for a company that pays corporate taxes to the state of Pennsylvania, your company could receive substantial tax credits AND provide scholarships for North Catholic High School students in need at the same time.
The Educational Improvement Tax Credit (EITC) and the Opportunity Scholarship Tax Credit (OSTC) are two programs that allow you to receive tax credits of up to 90% of your donation, made by giving through your business.
New businesses are able to apply July 1. Businesses already enrolled in the programs can begin applying May 15 and have until June 28.
or call (412) 321-4823.
Many thanks to our generous EITC contributors:
FLYNN'S TIRE GROUP
FIRST NATIONAL BANK OF PA
GILMICHER GROUP
GRANT STREET GROUP
HAND & UPPER EX CENTER
HUNTINGTON BANK
THE LYNCH LAW GROUP, LLC
MAHER DUESSEL
MONARK STUDENT TRANSPORTATION COMPANY
THERMOFLO EQUIPMENT CO., INC.
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With over 14,000 graduates world-wide, we strive to spread as much news as we can! If you have personal news, accomplishments, ideas about topics, articles, stories or alumni profiles for our newsletter, please reach out to Newsletter Editor Walter Quinn, NC '65 at wquinn@northcatholic.org or share them with us at alumni@northcatholic.org.
North Catholic High School
1617 Route 228
Cranberry Township, PA 16066
Thank you for your continued support!
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