Minutes from the May 19 Parents Club Meeting

NORTHWEST CATHOLIC CERTIFICATES FOR CONTRIBUTIONS IN THE VISUAL AND PERFORMING ARTS

Grace Andruszkiewicz

Judith Appah

Tade Arter

Nicholas Balkun

Caleb Batterby

Natalie Bell

Noelle Bellefleur

Cierra Berry

Barrington Bogle Jr.

Andrew Bunger

Denis Cronin

Katherine Curtin

Megan Dees

Kevin Eagan

Shannon Fitzpatrick

Brian Flanagan

Stephanie Frazao

Brianne Gilbert

Jessica Gioia

Rachael Godbout

Michael Golic

Ashley Gostyla

Sheena Harrigan

Kathryn Hmelovsky

Lissa Joseph

Elizabeth Kallfelz

Mary Kate Kearney

Eric Kelly

Michael Koury

Gregory Lake

Lindsey LeDuc

Jessica Luby

Travis Lynch

Alyssa Malec

Bradford Marrow

Megan McCormack

John Mitsch

Shannon Morales

Erin Neagle

Alison O'Connor

Gregory Peterson

Christopher Prescott

Alexander Pryor

Kenneth Rousseau

Megan Sanders

Katryn Sandsmark

Lauren Shea

Emmanuel Simpini

Dianna Soucier

Dean Spence

Juliana Story

Kristin Sullivan

Anna Szczubelek

Nathan Tyler

Grace Van Vranken

Kate Wagner

Kristen Wieber

Audra Wooldridge

ALEXANDER S. CAVANAGH, JR. AWARD: To a Senior for excellence in journalism. This year’s recipient devoted many hours to the successful completion of the school newspaper. She has dedicated herself to the school newspaper for 4 years, including 2 years as editor-in-chief: Kathleen Williamson
RICHARD RICE AWARD: Given in memory of Mr. Richard Rice to a senior who has evidenced in his life a search for truth and dedication to Church; one who is known among his peers as a listener and a peacemaker; one who is able to express his feelings through the arts: Brandon Marshall

* In addition, Brandon has received the Archdiocesan Discipleship Award for 2008. This award recognizes a Catholic youth who has exercised his baptismal call, served as a role model in terms of Mass attendance and Catholic social teachings, selflessly serving his peers with unwavering commitment and dedication.

NORTHWEST CATHOLIC CERTIFICATE FOR CONTRIBUTIONS IN THE SCHOOL PRINT MEDIA:

To seniors who have made significant contributions to foster excellence in the Northwest Catholic publications such as: The Writer, Northwest Passages, NOWECA and Voices.

Emelie Buell

Mary Kate Kearney

Taylor Knortz

Michael Lathrop

Julianne McAndrews

Keating McKeon

Adam Mortillaro

Christopher Parmanand

Hannah Pelton

Carolyn Spalluto

NSPA JOURNALISM HONOR ROLL: The National Scholastic Press Association recognizes student journalists who have excelled as both journalists and scholars. These students must have served on the staff for at least one year and have a GPA of at least 3.75.

Carolyn Spalluto; Kathleen Williamson
Academic Competition Awards

This year a number of students have earned honors in several outside academic competitions.
MUSICAL COMPETITIONS
At the Heritage Music Festival in Washington DC, NWC musical groups received the following distinctions:

Women’s Choir: 2^nd Place, Silver Medal

Concert Choir: 2^nd Place, Silver Medal

Jazz Choir: 1^st Place, Silver Medal

Wind Ensemble: 1^st Place, Bronze Medal

Jazz Band: 1^st Place, Gold Medal

Outstanding Instrumental Soloist for entire festival: Christopher Brown

At the Berklee Jazz Festival in Boston, MA, NWC musicians received the following distinctions:

Outstanding in Soloist in Jazz Band: Christopher Brown

Outstanding Musician in Jazz Choir: Christopher Brown

Outstanding in Jazz Combo: Brian Flanagan

Honorable Mention: NWC Jazz Band

WRITING AWARDS
AMERICAN LEGION NATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL ORATORICAL PROGRAM: A certificate of Distinction is presented to Michael Davis
POETRY.COM: Editors’ choice award: Jillian Sands
UNITED STATES INSTITUTE OF PEACE ESSAY CONTEST: The State of Connecticut’s National Peace Essay Contest: Hannah Pelton (First Place); Keating McKeon (Honorable Mention)
“WORDS OF WELCOME” PAPAL ESSAY CONTEST: A certificate of distinction is presented to Hannah Pelton
CONNECTICUT STATE UNIVERSITY: Literary awards for young writers: Abigaile Sands (Semifinalist)

NATIONAL LATIN EXAM: The American Classical League sponsors the annual National Latin contest.

Latin I

Silver Medal, Maxima Cum Laude: Francis Butler, Pawel Rybka

Magna Cum Laude: Dillon Bowen, Nicole Lacouture

Cum Laude: Katherine Kuzoian

Latin II

Gold Medal, Summa Cum Laude: Keating McKeon

Silver Medal, Maxima Cum Laude: Alex Picciano

Magna Cum Laude: Elizabeth Andruszkiewicz

Cum Laude: Augusto Gautier, Sarah Wizner

Cum Honoree Maximo Egregio (A perfect score on the test): Keating McKeon

Latin III-IV

Silver Medal, Maxima Cum Laude: Joel Adifon

AMERICAN HIGH SCHOOL MATH EXAM

Grade 10 Winner: John Sullivan; Grade 10 Honorable Mention: Dillon Bowen, Michael Deneen, John Fitzpatrick, Sharon Grimshaw, Rosa Park, Luke Pelton, Emily Peters; Robert Scalise; Timothy Waltman
Grade 12 Winner: Hannah Pelton; Grade 12 Honorable Mention: James Duncan, Chris Kevorkian, Daniel Lynch, Julianne McAndrews, Nicole Milewski, Adam Mortillaro, Benjamin Pluta, Stacie Provencher, Kenneth Rousseau, Emily Schwartz, Anna Smith
MOCK TRIAL TEAM: For the first time in school history, the Mock Trial Team competed in the statewide quarterfinals. These Seniors are responsible for this achievement. Their perseverance and the commitment, professionalism and creativity of their legal arguments and testimony deserve special commendation and high praise! Judith Appah, Michael Lathrop, Keating McKeon, Adam Mortillaro, Amanda Perrotti, Stacie Provencher, Carolyn Spalluto, Anna Szczubelek

2008 USA BIOLOGY OLYMPIAD: For outstanding achievement in the 2008 USA Biology Olympiad, a certificate is awarded to Hannah Pelton.
GOVERNOR’S SCHOLARS AWARD PROGRAM: This program recognizes academically talented high school students. From all Connecticut high schools, 30 Scholars are selected on the basis of PSAT scores, academic achievement, and an original essay. NWC is extremely proud this year that Nicole Boucher has been selected as one of the 30 finalists.

JACK KEARNS AWARD: Donated by the Kearns Family for a Senior who has displayed unselfish concern for the welfare of others, integrity, hard work, spirit and sportsmanship and has participated in track or cross-country: Ida Cance
SCULLY AWARD: To a Senior athlete and student who maintains a strong academic record: James Jordan
RICHARD PITEK MEMORIAL AWARD: Donated by the Pitek Family to a Senior who is a dedicated student and athlete and participated in at least one varsity sport: Brendan Jasper
KENNETH G. PHELAN MEMORIAL BOOK AWARD: Donated by the Phelan Family to a Senior who expresses interest and ability in higher education, who participate in athletics (basketball and/or track), who is sincere, sensitive, reserved and idealistic: Gregory Peterson
ROBERT KAY MEMORIAL AWARD: Donated by the Kay family in memory of Mr. Robert Kay, the first golf coach at NWC. Presented to a senior golfer who has participated in the program for four years and who has demonstrated leadership, responsibility, and character: Keith Kwasnik
WENDY’S HIGH SCHOOL HEISMAN PARTICIPANTS: Senior athletes selected on the basis of scholarship, athletics, and citizenship: Michael Golic; Dianna Soucier
U.S. ARMY RESERVE NATIONAL SCHOLAR-ATHLETE AWARDS: Presented to Seniors who have combined sportsmanship with high academic performance: Julianne McAndrews; Jonathan Olszewski
NORTHWEST CONFERENCE SPORTSMANSHIP AWARD: Presented to two Seniors for outstanding sportsmanship demonstrated during their high school athletic careers: Rebecca Hopkins; Justin Green

C. I. A.C. SCHOLAR-ATHLETE AWARDS: Presented to outstanding athletes who also maintain an academic average of at least 3.5: Taylor Knortz; Adam Mortillaro

CT ASSOCIATION OF SECONDARY SCHOOLS SERVICE AND LEADERSHIP AWARD: Patrice Hubert; Keating McKeon

HERFF JONES PRINCIPAL’S LEADERSHIP AWARD: Gregory Peterson

JOHN FLORIO NATIONAL HONOR SOCIETY AWARD: For Seniors in National Honor Society who strongly exemplify the four National Honor Society traits: scholarship, leadership, service and character: Adam Mortillaro; Carolyn Spalluto

NORTHWEST CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL SERVICE AWARD: Given to members of the Senior class for outstanding commitment to social justice and outreach programs: Kathleen Williamson
NORTHWEST CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL STUDENT COUNCIL SERVICE AWARD: Presented to a Senior for service above and beyond requirements and expectations to the NWC Student Council: Alison O’Connor
PARENTS’ CLUB CERTIFICATES FOR OUTSTANDING SERVICE TO THE SCHOOL AND TO THE COMMUNITY:

Given to Seniors who have given of themselves to the Northwest Catholic community in many ways over four years:

Joseph Angelico III

Joseph Buda

Brandon Forrester

Henrietta Geitz

Brendan Jasper

Mary Kate Kearney

Kristina Krupa

Keating McKeon

Erin Neagle

Amanda Perrotti

Laura Scapellati

PARENTS’ CLUB ACHIEVEMENT AND SERVICE AWARD is given for academic performance and exceptional service to the school: Michael Lathrop
NAVIN AWARD: Given by the Navin Family to a Senior for academic excellence and outstanding service to the school: Paul Vignati
ROBERT C. JOHNSON AWARD is given in memory of Robert C. Johnson, former Assistant Principal of Northwest Catholic, to a Senior who is idealistic, sensitive, unassuming, open to life and brings out the best in others. Judith Appah

NORTHWEST CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL UNITY AWARD is given to Seniors who have contributed to the development of greater understanding, unity, and school spirit in the NWC community: Kevin Eagan, Michael Golic

THE JOHN RICE AWARD: Given in memory of John Rice to an underclassman who has exhibited interest in politics, as well as demonstrating an understanding of the political process: Patrick Kearney
AMERICAN LEGION AWARDS: American Legion medal and certificate awards are presented to Seniors who meet the exceptional standards of courage, honor, leadership, patriotism, scholarship and service: Medal – Mary Kate Kearney; Certificate – Eric Kelly

DAUGHTERS OF THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION AWARD: Honored by the Sarah Whitman Hooker Chapter as a “Good Citizen” displaying the qualities of dependability, service, patriotism and leadership: Alison O’Connor



ROTARY CLUB OF WEST HARTFORD SERVICE SCHOLARSHIP: is awarded to a senior from West Hartford who has demonstrated outstanding service to the community and has lived by the motto “service above self:” Carolyn Spalluto
CONNECTICUT BOYS’ STATE: This opportunity to attend the American Legion Boys State is given to Junior boys who show leadership and have an interest in the electoral process: John Whiting
CONNECTICUT GIRLS’ STATE: This opportunity to attend the American Legion Girls State is given to a Junior girl who shows leadership and has an interest in the electoral process: Maura Graham; Caitlin Kearns
PAIGE ANN CORRIGAN SCHOLARSHIP AWARD: Mrs. Corrigan was an inspiring teacher, loyal friend, and positive role model. Her devotion to teaching and to the students highlighted her eight years as a faculty member. This scholarship is a permanent memorial created by her colleagues to honor Mrs. Corrigan for the caring and loving teacher she was. The Paige Corrigan Scholarship Award is given annually to a current student who has demonstrated a keen interest in mathematics and represents the standards and values of Northwest Catholic High School: Margaret Tuite
GHCEA AWARD: Each year, the Greater Hartford Catholic Education Association, which represents the lay teachers at Northwest Catholic, East Catholic, St. Paul, and Sacred Heart High Schools, presents the Barbara Banville/David McCreesh Scholarship. Each recipient will receive a $1,000 scholarship: Morgan McKenna; Mara Gauger

NATIONAL MERIT SCHOLARS: These Seniors scored among the top 50,000 of more than 1 million students who took the PSAT/NMSQT in 2006.

Commended Students: Rachel Godbout; Taylor Knortz; Keating McKeon

National Achievement Program Outstanding Participants: Natalie Bell; Jasmine Clayton

Finalists: Jessica Gioia; Kenneth Rousseau; Hannah Pelton; Carolyn Spalluto

Valedictorian: Carolyn Spalluto; Salutatorian: Caleb Battersby

These Seniors have maintained a 3.67 cumulative average based on a 4.0 scale and graduated with Highest Honors.

Kathryn Alexandru

Grace Andruszkiewicz

Grant Arzumanov

Nicholas Balkun

Caleb Battersby

Natalie Bell

Stephanie Frazao

Brianne Gilbert

Danielle Gilmour

Rachel Godbout

Michael Golic

Rebecca Hopkins

Patrice Hubert

Mary Kate Kearney

Taylor Knortz

Michael Lathrop

Lindsey LeDuc

Brandon Marshall

Julianne McAndrews

Keating McKeon

Adam Mortillaro

Jonathan Olszewski

Hannah Pelton

Gregory Peterson

Benjamin Pluta

Stacie Provencher

Genevieve Quinn

Kenneth Rousseau

Meghan Sanders

Dianna Soucier

Carolyn Spalluto

Katherine Spano

Kristin Sullivan

Anna Szczubelek

Kathleen Williamson

These Seniors have maintained a 3.33 cumulative average based on a 4.0 scale and graduated with Honors.

Catherine Barton

Sydney Brown

Christopher Brown

Francis Bruskey

Emelie Buell

Melissa Cartagena

Diana Chin

Jasmine Clayton

Denis Cronin

William Dodds

Brian Flanagan

Jessica Gioia

Justin Green

James Jordan

Lissa Joseph

Kristina Krupa

Keith Kwasnik

Jessica Lane

Rachael Lathrop

Travis Lynch

Gregory Marakovits

Celina Marquis

Diego Mas

Ryan Mead

Christopher Parmanand

Nora Regan

Katryn Sandsmark

Danielle St. Jacques

Kristen Wieber

THE PRESIDENT’S AWARD FOR EDUCATIONAL EXCELLENCE – These Seniors were selected on the basis of their grade point averages and their standardized test scores.

Kathryn Alexandru

Grace Andruszkiewicz

Grant Arzumanov

Nicholas Balkun

Catherine Barton

Caleb Battersby

Natalie Bell

Francis Bruskey

Melissa Cartagena

Diana Chin

Jasmine Clayton

William Dodds

Brian Flanagan

Stepahnie Frazao

Brianne Gilbert

Danielle Gilmour

Jessica Gioia

Rachel Godbout

Michael Golic

Rebecca Hopkins

Patrice Hubert

Lissa Joseph

Mary Kate Kearney

Taylor Knortz

Jessica Lane

Rachael Lathrop

Michael Lathrop

Lindsey LeDuc

Travis Lynch

Brandon Marshall

Julianne McAndrews

Keating McKeon

Ryan Mead

Adam Mortillaro

Jonathan Olszewski

Christopher Parmanand

Hannah Pelton

Gregory Peterson

Benjamin Pluta

Stacie Provencher

Genevieve Quinn

Kenneth Rousseau

Meghan Sanders

Dianna Soucier

Carolyn Spalluto

Katherine Spano

Anna Szczubelek

Kathleen Williamson

NATIONAL HONOR SOCIETY MEMBERS: These Seniors were selected on the basis of scholarship, leadership, service, and character.

Kathryn Alexandru

Grace Andruszkiewicz

Grant Arzumanov

Nicholas Balkun

Catherine Barton

Caleb Battersby

Natalie Bell

Sydney Brown

Christopher Brown

Emelie Buell

Melissa Cartagena

Diana Chin

Jasmine Clayton

Denis Cronin

William Dodds

Brian Flanagan

Stephanie Frazao

Brianne Gilbert

Danielle Gilmour

Jessica Gioia

Rachel Godbout

Michael Golic

Justin Green

Rebecca Hopkins

Patrice Hubert

James Jordan

Lissa Joseph

Mary Kate Kearney

Taylor Knortz

Kristina Krupa

Jessica Lane

Rachael Lathrop

Michael Lathrop

Lindsey LeDuc

Travis Lynch

Gregory Marakovits

Celina Marquis

Brandon Marshall

Diego Mas

Julianne McAndrews

Keating McKeon

Ryan Mead

Adam Mortillaro

Jonathan Olszewski

Christopher Parmanand

Hannah Pelton

Gregory Peterson

Benjamin Pluta

Stacie Provencher

Genevieve Quinn

Nora Regan

Kenneth Rousseau

Katryn Sandsmark

Dianna Soucier

Carolyn Spalluto

Katherine Spano

Kristin Sullivan

Anna Szczubelek

Kristen Wieber

Kathleen Williamson

2008 FALL ATHLETIC PRACTICES
The NWC Fitness Center will be open and supervised for student use at 8:30-10:30am

and 5:00–7:00pm, Monday through Friday from June 23 to August 15.

FOOTBALL CONDITIONING (No Pads) Includes Grade 9

Mon., Aug.18 through Fri., Aug. 22; players report at 3:00pm; workout from 6:00-8:00 pm

FOOTBALL PRACTICE (Full Pads)

Friday, Aug. 22 to Monday, Aug. 25 at Camp Fuller

Information will be sent to all new and veteran players; any questions, please call Coach Mike Tyler at 508-5909.
GIRLS SOCCER

Saturday, Aug. 23 from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon (new players only); 5:00-7:30 p.m. (all players) at St. Thomas Seminary. Any questions, please call Coach Todd Sadler at 203-715-2451.

BOYS SOCCER

Tryouts & Practice, Saturday, Aug. 23 from10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at Northwest Catholic. Any questions please call Coach Terry Phillip at 232-2475.

BOYS & GIRLS CROSS COUNTRY

Monday, Aug. 25 at 2:30 p.m. at Northwest Catholic. Any questions please call Coach Scott Fletcher at 485-1333.

VARSITY CHEERLEADING

Practice Mon., Aug.18 to Fri., Aug. 22; practice clinic, Mon., Aug. 25 and Tues., Aug.26 from 5:30-7:30pm at Northwest Catholic. Any questions call Coach Christine Michaud at 655-0066.

GIRLS VOLLEYBALL

Saturday, August 23 from 9:00-11:00 am and 1:00-3:00pm (double session); newcomers, Monday, Aug. 25 from 3:00-5:00pm. Any questions please call Coach Patrick Douglas at 614-9763 or 524-0330.

FIELD HOCKEY

Saturday, August 23 from 10:00 am-12:00 noon at St. Thomas Seminary. Any questions please call Mr. Reese, Director of Athletics (236-4221, ext. 127).

Bring both stick and mouth guard.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR PARENTS: STUDENTS WHO WISH TO PARTICIPATE IN ATHLETICS DURING THE 2008-09 SCHOOL YEAR MUST RETURN THE GREEN ATHLETIC CONSENT/RELEASE FORM TO THE ATHLETIC DIRECTOR.

Northwest Catholic High School

Class Officers, 2008-09

CLASS OF 2009

President - Caitlin Kearns

Vice President - Brooke Denver

Secretary - Madelyn Filomeno

Treasurer - Maura Graham

CLASS OF 2010

President - Connor Deneen

Vice President - Jason Moore

Secretary - Jack Moore

Treasurer - Keelan Ledwidge

CLASS OF 2011

President - Gipper Gailor

Vice President - Olivia Skalski

Secretary - Kate Molloy

Treasurer - David Lawton

CLASS OF 2012 N/A

President -

Vice President -

Secretary -

Treasurer -

Northwest Catholic High School

Student Council, 2008-09

President: Victoria Mansolillo

Vice President: Patrick Kearney

Secretary: Robert Scalise

Treasurer: James Fellinger
National Honor Society Officers, 2008-09

President: Jessica Di Francesco Secretary: Maura Graham

Vice President: Sean Murphy Treasurer: Lauren Kent