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Noel Balster
Development Specialist
7197 Mother Teresa Ln.
Liberty Township, OH 45044
(513) 779-6585
June 20, 2014
We've recently received an overwhelming amount of great news from MTCES alums, and we just couldn't wait to share it with you. Alumni, we couldn't be more proud!
Newest Class of Alums

Congratulations to the MTCES Class of 2014 who graduated earlier this month.

Dominic Anthony
  Badin
Dylan Grogan 
  Moeller
Anna Newton 
  Cincinnati Christian
Nicole Aquilio
  Mount Notre Dame
Samuel Gurekovich
  Moeller
Nicholas Purple
  Seven Hills
Elizabeth Arnold
  Badin
Eleanor Harding
  Ursuline
Michael Rafi
  Summit Country Day
Samantha Bany
  Fenwick
Katie Harmeyer
  Ursuline
Amanda Rapier
  Fenwick
Katelyn Barnes
  Ursuline
Danielle Harold
  Mount Notre Dame
Hannah Renneker
  Mount Notre Dame
Sophia Bishop
  Ursuline
Lauren Hummel
  Ursuline
Paige Rieman
  Mount Notre Dame
Lindsey Breidel
  Fenwick
Nathan Kerr
  Fenwick
Daniel Roth
  St. Xavier
Hannah Brinkmann
  Ursuline
Benjamin Kline
  Badin
Madeline Rutz
  Fenwick
Haley Brown
  Fenwick
Jacob Leisten
  Lakota East
Tyler Sandifer
  St. Xavier
Tessa Castrejon
   Fenwick
Carson Loring
  Seven Hills
Alli Schaeper
  Fenwick
Loren Deaton
   Mount Notre Dame
Grant Manwaring
  St. Xavier
Samuel Schwarz
  St. Xavier
Carter Dwyer
  St. Xavier
William McCloy
  St. Xavier
Tanner Slivka
 Moeller
Alexandria Evans
  Fenwick
Griffen Meno
  Fenwick
Julie Swindeman
  Alter
Nicholas Foos
  St. Xavier
Sean Mesue
  St. Xavier
Riley Wildfeuer
  Fenwick
Nicholas Franchak
  Fenwick
Andrew Meyer
  St. Xavier
Brett Wissel
  St. Xavier
Lauren Fuller
  Mount Notre Dame
Ethan Meyer
  St. Xavier

Justus Fulop
  Fenwick
Madelene Mountel
  Mount Notre Dame



During June 3rd's formal graduation ceremony, MTCES faculty honored the class for its numerous accomplishments, including receipt of $250,000 in scholarships to area high schools.

Sophie Bishop received the Sister Anne Schulz Leadership Award for best exemplifying the characteristics of a leader. Hannah Brinkmann received the Mother Teresa Honor Award, one that is bestowed on a graduate who embodies Mother Teresa's characteristics. Teachers awarded the following academic honors:
Art- Alex Evans
Spanish- Lauren Fuller
Physical Education- Alli Schaeper
Music- Nick Purple
Technology- Nick Purple
Math- Samantha Bany
Science- Tessa Castrejon
Social Studies- Katie Harmeyer
Religion- Ben Kline
Reading- Riley Wildfeuer
Language Arts- Ellie Harding

These graduates received recognition for possessing Mother Teresa attributes:
Sincerity- Samuel Gurekovich
Integrity- Kate Barnes
Compassion- Tyler Sandifer
Dedication/Diligence-Danielle Harold & 
Hannah Renneker
Respect- Jacob Leisten

Alum Achievements & Updates

Mary-Margaret McMaken, '09, attends the University of Mary Washington and recently became one of the university's Program Assistants for the SOAR (Service, Outreach and Activism Residence) program. This is quite an accomplishment for Mary-Margaret, as many students apply for this position and only a handful are selected. Service work has always been a part of Mary-Margaret's life and through this position she hopes to "help the students in the SOAR Community realize that service is not boring, but a fun and rewarding experience that anyone can do; and in the end, no matter how small the service project was, they made an impact on someone's life."

This past spring break, Mary-Margaret joined a group of University of Mary Washington students and faculty in a service project for Habitat for Humanity in New Smyrna, Florida.

It's evident that
Josh Bauer, '11, caught the
Josh, left, and fellow MTCES alums Sam Schwarz and Cory Castrejon graduated from St. Xavier last month. Both Josh and Cory's mothers, Beth Bauer and Diane Castrejon, teach 1st grade at MTCES. Sam's mother, Jenny, teaches phys ed to MTCES kindergarteners and 1st graders.
spirit of Mother Teresa during his years at MTCES. While attending St. Xavier, he went on three mission trips and was involved with the Special Olympics.

St. Xavier students often collect canned food for the needy. Curious about the recipients of these collections, Josh embarked on three mission trips to Vanceburg, Kentucky to meet them. 

These trips have helped direct Josh's path in life. "I want to help people when I get older," said Josh. He will begin studying at the University of Toledo this fall. He has been awarded an academic scholarship and recently applied to the Levis Leadership Program. After graduating, he hopes to obtain a position in the medical field. 

Josh dedicated his Saturday mornings over the past four years to the Special Olympics. He helped people with disabilities bowl and keep score. Although he will miss these happy times, he is excited to see what the future has in store for him.


Chloe Meyer
, '07, recently completed her
Chloe (third from left), celebrates her NCAA Championship with siblings Ethan ('14), Luke ('16), and Rachael.
third year on The Ohio State University rowing team, which repeated as Big 10 Champs and NCAA Division 1 National Champions. Chloe will be spending much of her summer in Tanzania, Africa shadowing and assisting doctors at a local hospital. She has also been selected for The Ohio State University 2014 Homecoming Court, and will be attending many associated events, culminating in appearances at the homecoming parade and football game.

Chloe's sister, Tess, '11, spent her junior year
Tess plays lacrosse for MND.
as Mount Notre Dame High School's representative in the Regional Youth Leadership Program. Tess and representatives from dozens of high schools in the greater Cincinnati-northern Kentucky area met one day each month at various sites gaining insight into areas including local government/ economic development, health care, arts and culture, criminal justice, and more.

Ross Mulcare (back row, 3rd from the left) and Zach Larkin (back row, far right) with fellow Braid scholars
Last February, four Badin High School sophomores were named to the prestigious J. Kyle Braid athletic leadership program. Among them was
Zach Larkin, '12. Ross Mulcare, '12, was selected as an alternate. For the past 20 years, the Braid Leadership Foundation has recognized students for their outstanding leadership potential, strong sense of moral values, and their compassion to help the world around them. This summer, Zach will attend a one-week leadership camp at the Braid Ranch in Villa Grove, CO. The Ranch emphasizes leadership training through recreation, problem-solving exercises, and positive peer efforts.

In May, Badin High School celebrated Academic Signing Day honoring the Top 10 in the class of 2014 and those graduating seniors in the $100,000 Scholarship Club. Several members of the MTCES Class of 2010 were recognized for receiving $100,000 or more in academic scholarships: Kyle Bergen (The University of Toledo)Evan Gantenberg (University of South Carolina)Katie Larkin (Ohio University)Jacob Schweinefuss (Thomas More College), and Emily Ullman (University of Dayton). Both Kyle and Evan were also members of Badin's Top 10. Jacob received the department award for business technology at Badin's Academic Awards Night.
 
Ellen Andrews, '10, Carli Scalf, '11, and A.J. Ernst, '13, also accomplished great things at Badin this past school year. Ellen was crowned Prom Queen and Carli received the University of Rochester George Eastman Award for leadership and impact. A.J. was ranked number one in the Class of 2017.
 
These recent Badin grads are also members of the MTCES Class of 2010: (left to right) Evan Gantenberg, Alyssa Stein, David Fischer, Emily Ullman, Jeffrey Catalano, Ellen Andrews, Kyle Bergen, Katie Larkin, and Jacob Schweinefuss.
 
The University of Dayton named 
Lucas Schamer, '07, and Hannah Zinck, '08, to the dean's list for the spring semester.
 
MTCES Student Pays It Forward

Logan Kiser, '20, joined the MTCES family as
Mayor Lawrence Mulligan, Jr. reads the "Logan Kiser Day" proclamation to Logan.
a second grader this past school year. MTCES has been a natural fit for Logan and his family, residents of Middletown. Parents John and Avinne are active volunteers, little sister Addison was a welcome addition to the first grade, and little brother Grant will grace our halls soon. Logan's charitable spirit has become quite evident in his short time here with us.
 
After receiving the Sacrament of First Holy Communion last May, Logan received some gifts of cash. Rather than purchasing a video game or latest gadget, Logan gave $50 to his grandmother who teaches at a school in Harrison. There is a student there who never had lunch money, and Logan wanted to make sure his lunch was taken care of for the rest of the school year. After learning that the school PTA had already taken care of the student's meals, Logan pushed on, looking for another good cause. 
 
The Dolly Parton Imagination Library, funded by the Middletown Community Foundation came to the forefront of his mind. His three-year-old brother Grant had been receiving a free book every month from the Library. His brother's reaction to the gift was motivation to support the effort. "He jumped around and bounced off the walls," Logan said. Logan wanted other youngsters to know this same excitement, so he donated his $50 to the Middletown Community Foundation. Inspired by his generosity, John and Avinne matched the gift and anonymous donor matched the Kiser family $100, bring the total donation to $200.
 
When asked why he decided to give his money away, Logan replied, "I already have enough stuff." Middletown Mayor, Lawrence Mulligan, Jr., proclaimed June 5th "Logan Kiser Day" in the city. How many 8-year-olds can say they have a day named after them?

Upcoming Events
 
Sister Anne invites all MTCES alumni to a Back to School Blessing on July 29th at 6:00 p.m. at MTCES. She has planned the prayer service and reception as a gathering to prepare alums for the school journey that lies ahead and as an opportunity to reconnect with old friends.

MTCES is hosting its longest running fundraiser, the golf scramble, on September 22nd at Walden Ponds in Fairfield Township. This event is known for its entertaining contests, great giveaways, and plentiful food and drinks. To download a registration and sponsorship form, click here.  

Where Are You Spending Your College Years?

Members of the MTCES family are curious about the fine institutions of higher learning lucky enough to be educating our alums. Please let us know by sending a quick note to Noel Balster at [email protected]

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And...as always, keep the good news coming! Send any alumni achievements and updates to Noel Balster at [email protected].


"Good works are links that form a chain of love."  ~Blessed Mother Teresa





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