MSJ DECEMBER 2014 NEWSLETTER
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MSJ '14 Graduates were awarded 2.2MM in college scholarships, which averages to $142,280 per student! Saint Michael's College offers MSJ graduates enrolling at the College an automatic $20,000 scholarship ($5,000 per year).
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NEWS
Evening in Honor of Lenny Burke and the Burke Family
7pm on December 12th at the Paramount Theater. Free event.
This event will tell the inspirational story of the Burke family, how the MSJ community pulled together when Lenny was injured, and the success of the Burke family's organization relating to head injuries, which now serves people with head injuries from all over the country in numerous locations across Rutland County. Author Yvonne Daley will be on-hand to discuss her new book on this amazing story. Legendary sportscaster Jack Healey will serve as master of ceremonies. Other panelists will include David Wolk, Dr. Ronald Savage, Chuck Clarino, Emmie Burke, Kevin Burke, and Lenny Burke. We hope to see you there for what is sure to be an amazing evening!
Nationally Recognized Service Project Continues in Its Fourth Decade
For over forty years, MSJ students, faculty/staff, parents, alumni and friends have planned and executed Project Help, a program that provides Christmas baskets for some of the neediest families in the Rutland region. Project Help is slated for December 18th and 19th. MSJ students and volunteers collect food and monetary donations from area residents and businesses on Thursday, December 18th. The students will then deliver the gift baskets to local families on Friday, December 19th. If you would like to volunteer, make a food or monetary donation, or if you have any questions, please contact Principal Fortier at sfortier@msjvermont.org. Students knock on most Rutland City doors, but if you live in a remote area or outside the city and wish to contribute gifts or donations, you may drop off your offerings at the MSJ main office, during school hours, on Wednesday, December 17th.
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STUDENT NEWS
Mountie Winter Sports Preview
We are very happy to welcome two great, new coaches to the MSJ community: Coach Dave Randall as the new Varsity Boys Basketball Coach and Coach Mike McIssac as the Junior Varsity Coach. We anxiously await the boys' first game of the season, which will take place at home on Friday, December 5th at 5:30pm and 7:30pm against Bellows Falls! It is sure to be an exciting season! The Varsity Girls Team is also back in full swing under the watchful eye of Head Coach Dan Elliott and Assistant Coaches Bill Bruso and Aaron Eaton. Their season is sure to be a memorable one, as the girls made it to the Finals last year before falling to the Proctor Phantoms. Their opening game will take place on December 9th at 7pm at Green Mountain. Good luck, girls! The Indoor Track team also welcomes a new coach, Mike Callahan. Stay tuned for more information about their meets!
A Word from Senior Kyle Diezel
MSJ's Corporate Internship Program is a lot of fun. It allows you to explore the field that you may be interested in entering after high school. I volunteer at Back on Track with Kate and Lyndsy where I am able to explore a typical day as a physical therapist. They show me how to treat each patient depending on the injury and also teach me about the business aspect of the job. I enjoy meeting new people and watching them progress over time as they eventually get better. I wish I had more time to spend there because I have learned so much about the exciting world of physical therapy!
MSJ Students in the Community
MSJ students participated in the Rutland Downtown Christmas Tree lighting on Tuesday, December 2nd!
Host Families Needed!
Consider hosting an MSJ international student for the 2015 Spring semester, and receive $2,500 off your 2015-2016 school year tuition. Please contact Carrie Savage at csavage@msjvermont.org, or call (802) 775-0151.
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UPCOMING EVENTS
MSJ Hosting Junior High Dance
7pm-9:30pm on December 6th in the MSJ Gym. $5 at the door.
The freshman and sophomore classes are excited to host this annual MSJ event! Sixth, seventh, and eighth graders from all schools are invited to attend the dance. Students will have to be signed in and out by an adult. Parents are welcome to attend a social in the MSJ library during the dance. Refreshments will be provided. Please call (802) 236-3485 for more information.
Visit MSJ for Some Musical Cheer during the Christmas Season
The MSJ Music Department will hold its annual "Lessons and Carols" night on Sunday, December 14th at 6:30pm. The MSJ Christmas Concert will take place on Wednesday, December 17th at 6:30pm.
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ALUMNI AND FRIENDS
Thank You to Our Generous Donors
Once again, our graduates and friends responded generously to our annual appeal and special events. Together these initiatives have provided financial stability to our school and significant scholarships to our students. These fundraising activities represent so much more than dollars. They demonstrate the vibrancy and faith that so many donors have in our staff and students, who continue to excel both while here and upon graduation. Thank you! Please click here to view our annual report.
REUNIONS
Class of 1990: Save the Date - August 8th, 2015! Willing to help out? Email Renee at mrgeorge1@comcast.net.
Do you have information about an alum of MSJ, including you, your family, or your classmates that we can share with the MSJ community? Please email Kathy Bove at kbove@msjvermont.org.
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DONATE OR VOLUNTEER TODAY
Spread the Word!
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Donate to the MSJ Annual Fund!
Help make education affordable! Donate here for the 2014-2015 annual fund, or mail a check to: MSJ, 127 Convent Avenue, Rutland, VT 05701!
Company Donation Match!
Check with your employer to find out if they offer company matches. MSJ is truly grateful for your support.
Annual Report: You can access our annual report here.
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