The Ampersand

February 2016 NewsletterFebruary 2016
Bonner & Prendie in the News
Check out some of the great things our students are up to!

Story on Sophomore Jake Wilson, and his battle with Marfan syndrome
Take a look at the below article on Sophomore, Jake Wilson, and how he handles his love of basketball while dealing with Marfan syndrome


Markward Basketball Club Honors B&P Seniors
Congratulations to Ryan Germany, John Hargraves, Mike Mercanti, Keith Washington, and Princess Clemons for their recognition at the Markward Basketball Club Awards earlier this month




Friar Fest XXVII
Saturday, March 5th starting at 6:30

Springfield Country Club

Come join us for a great night featuring live and silent auctions, raffle prizes, dinner, and drinks all to help support our school.


Buy a raffle ticket for our $20,000 drawing
Donate an Auction Item 
Become a Sponsor


To learn how you can attend or help, reach out to the Advancement Office at rickards@bonnerprendie.com or 610-259-0280 x3275
Bonner & Prendie Athletics welcomes new leadership!

Bonner & Prendie welcomed a new Director of Athletics, and a new Head Football Coach in recent weeks.



Mr. Joe Lake, Director of Athletics - Joe comes to B&P after 7+ years working at the "Baseball Factory", a nation wide organization that works closely with student-athletes holistically at all ages preparing them to achieve their goals of playing collegiate sports.  Joe also worked as an Assistant Baseball Coach at Archbishop Carroll for four years, and is a 2008 Graduate of James Madison University, where he served as Captain of the baseball team.

Mr. Jack Muldoon '75, Head Football Coach - Coach Muldoon served as Assistant Head Coach at B&P for the last several years and has decades of high school coaching experience on his resume.


Bonner & Prendie Presents:
Beauty and the Beast!

Show Dates are:
Friday, 3/11 at 7:30
Saturday, 3/12 at 7:30
Sunday, 3/13 at 2:00
Friday, 3/18 at 7:30
Saturday, 3/19 at 1:30
Saturday, 3/19 at 7:30
All shows are in the Bonner/Prendie Performing Arts Center, formerly the Prendie Auditorium.

Tickets are $12.00 each and can be purchased at the door or if you want to get them before the show you can come up to the school or call 610-259-0280 x1312. For groups of 10 or more, tickets are $6.00 a piece.
Fr. Atkinson Cause video on Fox 29

As the Cause for Sainthood for Fr. Bill Atkinson continues, there has been numerous wonderful stries shared in the media.  Take a look at this great video that was on Fox 29 earlier this month.

  
Bonner & Prendie Online Store!
NEW ITEMS ADDED!
Get your B&P Apparel Here!*

Check out the Bonner & Prendie Online Store below by clicking the link below. We have a small selection of items with the B&P, Bonner, or Prendie logos.



*questions and customer service issues with online purchases should be directed to the online store provider, not the in-house B&P bookstore
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The Archdiocese of Philadelphia and Faith in the Future Foundation Extend Their Management Agreement

The extension of the formal relationship between the Archdiocese and the Foundation occurs a full 18 months before the expiration of the initial agreement, affirming the continued growth and innovation in Catholic schools being prompted by the work of the Foundation.  As in 2012, the agreement was signed by Archbishop Charles J. Chaput, O.F.M. Cap. and H. Edward Hanway, Chairman of Faith in the Future Foundation. 

Bonner & Prendie, along with the other 20 Diocesan Schools and Schools of special education, will continue to be managed by faith in the Future and the Office of Catholic Education through 2022.



 
Upcoming Events
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Bonner & Prendie Father's Club Hosts the Juliano Brothers

Saturday, Feb 27th
Bonner & Prendie Cafe

Contact Mike Nolan  at 610-733-9948 or Sandy Durso at 302-898-6410 for tickets and more information.
TICKETS CAN ONLY BE PURCHASED IN ADVANCE

Nicole Gallo Sunshine and Bubbles 5k
Please join us for the 3rd annual Nicole Gallo '08 Sunshine and Bubbles 5k
 
March 20, 2016 
Bonner & Prendie Campus
Details on the mass, race, family fun run, and more can be found by going to the official race flyer Here:
 
Registration can be found here:

Mother's Club Brunch and Fashion Show
Please join us for the annual Mother's Club Brunch and Fashion Show

McCall Golf & Country Club
Sunday, April 3, 2016

featuring our own Bonner &  Prendie students in  the latest fashions from The Dress Matters and Sagets Formal Wear.  

To reserve your spot contact Ev Tarpey, 610-789-7147.  

David F. Garrison Scholarship Beef and Beer
Save the Date , and join us for the 8th annual Garrison scholarship Beef and Beer

Friday, April 8th
Casey's Restaurant, Drexel Hill

Save the Date
Beach Blast - Saturday August 6th, 2016
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The season of Spring is upon us - the season that parallels with the ideas of rebirth, rejuvenation, renewal, resurrection, and regrowth. Although we are still a few weeks away from the actual beginning of the season, I see many examples of these "ideas" as I continue my day-to-day work here at Bonner & Prendie.

For one, we have entered into the Holy season of Lent. Lent provides a time to reflect, to pray, and to take action as we prepare for the resurrection of Jesus Christ. Again, I am reminded personally of Pope Francis's message of mercy and forgiveness as we continue through this Jubilee Year of Mercy. Our community continues to support this through their work in the community and by taking time to reflect on their own personal relationship with Jesus Christ. Currently in our main hallway are two symbols of this: we have over 1,000 cans of soup that were collected by our CSC and will soon be donated to a local food bank. There is also a Cross signifying the sacrifices Jesus Christ made for us, students have the opportunity to post their own individual intentions on the Cross asking our community to pray for them.

This past week we also celebrated the "rebirth" of our school. Four years ago this week (February 24 to be exact) we celebrated the announcement that Monsignor Bonner & Archbishop Prendergast Catholic High School would be staying open. Although I was not part of the community back in 2012, I remember the announcement and recognize how important that day is in our school's history. Our community continues to celebrate the announcement annually by hosting a birthday party for the entire school on that date. I can say with confidence that Bonner and Prendie has and will continue to rejuvenate itself in being a unique Catholic institution in the Archdiocese of Philadelphia. With our commitment to preserving experiences of single-gendered classes at co-educational school and the growth of our realCollege program (by adding a 6th university), along with many other initiatives and programs; our school continues to be a destination for area families who seek an affordable Catholic secondary education.

Also this past month we had our first meeting and an orientation for our new Board of Directors. Seventeen alumni and friends of the Bonner & Prendie community have been named to the new Board and they will help me as President develop a strategic plan for the future of our school. With the help of the Faith in the Future Foundation and the Office of Catholic Education, the Board will assist the administration in creating goals and obtaining resources to support the strategic initiatives. We have a wealth of experience from a variety of backgrounds on the Board. I look forward to sharing with you more about the Board and its members in the coming months, but in this issue you will have the opportunity to learn a little about one of our Board members and a great alumni supporter of our school, Mr. Jim Delaney (Class of 1969).

In closing, I must mention that we continue to celebrate many members of our community each and every day when we see or hear news about great accomplishments in addition to what we share with you in these monthly newsletters. Through our social media outlets, specifically on Twitter and Facebook, we continually update and share stories of our community's successes. Whether it is one of our athletic teams winning a contest or participating in a post season exhibition or an individual student's or alumni's individual accomplishment; we want to celebrate the news! Please join our Facebook page and follow us on Twitter to engage with our stories.
With that, congratulations to three of our current faculty/staff members, each who had personal accomplishments and recognition this past month. Mrs. Eileen DeStefano (Class of 1962) and Mr. Tom Stewart (Class of 1964) have both been named to their respective Hall of Fame Classes for 2016. Mrs. DeStefano will be recognized at the Prendie Hall of Fame Ceremony on May 21, 2016 and Tom will be recognized at the Bonner Hall of Fame Ceremony on October 22, 2016. Also congratulations to Mrs. Wendie Flanagan, Chemistry teacher, bowling coach, and student organization adviser, who was recently on the game show Wheel of Fortune. Although she did not win the grand prize, she did not come home empty handed and will always be a winner here at our school!

Finally, I hope you will continue to support your school in the many opportunities provided. On March 5, we will host our Annual Friar Fest (details enclosed, register today!) and our Annual Appeal continues to progress. Consider supporting in one way or another. As always, it is because of your consideration, dedication, and commitment that our community continues to renew itself while carrying out the traditions you recall from your days at your Alma Mater. 
I am grateful for your continued support!

Amen and God Bless,

John Cooke
President
Bonner & Prendie Catholic High School
Congratulations to Jim Delaney, Bonner Class of 1969, for being named to the National Advisory Council for the U.S. Bishops

The National Advisory Council for the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops is designed to be a functioning advisory council whose membership reflects the multi-faceted dimension of the Catholic Church in the United States.

Jim has been a long time supporter and active member of the Bonner & Prendie community and currently chairs the board at Neumann University as well as being involved with St. Charles Seminary, the Archdiocese of Philadelphia, and the National Catholic Community Foundation, among others! Congratulations Jim!

Support the 2015-2016 Annual Appeal!
 If you have not already done so, make your gift to the 2015-2016 Annual Appeal   

Each year, through the support of our alumni and friends, the Annual Appeal allows Bonner & Prendie to offer scholarships and tuition assistance, increase our student and academic programs, and improve our campus environment.


Join with hundreds of others as we try and grow the annual appeal for the 4th straight year.  Checks can also be sent in, made payable to "MBAP" and mailed to

Bonner & Prendie
403 N Lansdowne Ave
Drexel Hill, PA 19026

This week also marks the 4 year anniversary of Bonner & Prendie winning their appeal to stay open, 2/24/12 is a date that many B&P students, teachers, alumni, and friends remember well.  Since that day we have seen almost 1,000 students graduate, millions in college scholarships earned, partnerships with colleges formed, innovative academic programs implemented, and major renovations to our campus - all while staying rooted in a sense of tradition and providing a quality Catholic Education.  The Annual Appeal, and support from alumni is the driving force behind all of this, we hope you will continue to be a part of our students lives for the next 4 years and beyond! 

Please take a look at the video below of our kids learning that their school would remain open in 2012.


 
Join Bonner & Prendie in Florida!

Come join with fellow alumni, friends, and school leadership for a reception and "state of the school".  Take a look at the schedule below to see where we will be!  Reach out to Scott Fremont '98 at fremont@bonnerprendie.com or 610.259.6012 for more information or to RSVP.

Tuesday March 1st - West Palm Beach 
City Cellar Wine Bar and Grill
700  Rosemary Ave
City Place, West Palm Beach, FL
6:00pm - 9:00pm

Wednesday March 2nd - Orlando Area (Celebration)
Imperium Food and Wine
606 Market Street, Celebration, FL
1:00 - 3:30

Interested in attending either of the above receptions, reach out to Scott Fremont '98 at fremont@bonnerprendie.com or 610.259.6012 for more information.

Bonner & Prendie partners with Immaculata University, grows realCollege™ Program 
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Bonner & Prendie is proud to announce Immaculata as a partner in our realCollege™ Program.  IU will begin teaching a sign language course to our students starting in the Fall of 2016.  This marks the 6th local college to join B&P in this one of a kind program that allows our students to earn real college credits at a fraction of the cost.  Immaculata joins with Rosemont, Cabrini, Neumann, Chestnut Hill, and Harcum as partners of Bonner & Prendie.

 The Bonner and Prendie realCollege™ program provides a unique opportunity for Bonner and Prendie students. realCollege™ provides our students with the opportunity to acquire real college credits, not just potential AP credits, right on the Bonner and Prendie campus; so that our students can graduate with real college courses already completed and their parents can potentially realize many thousands of dollars in college cost savings. Our students have a variety of courses to select from, from our six college partnerships, each semester.

 
Bonner
& Prendie Alumni News

Bonner and Prendie 2016 Hall of Fame Classes Announced
Congratulations to all of our new inductees and medal winners!
Prendie Hall of Fame - May 21
Bonner Hall of Fame - October 22
More details to follow

Archbishop Prendergast Hall of Fame - Class of 2016
Dolores Hilden Agin '62     Eileen Reilly DeStefano '62
Carol Smythe Dunleavy '81     Maureen McGonigle Jensen '86
Michele Thornton Eberz '91     Sarajane Gipe Johnsen '74
Monica Stumm Hilferty '70      Cathie DeMaio Collins '78

Medal recipients (to non graduates)
Father James Olson     William E. Brannick

Monsignor Bonner Hall of Fame - Class of 2016
Jack Devine '57     Tom Stewart '64
John Dolceamore '67     Billy Lake '67 (posthumously)
Jim Gula '72     Brian McCall '88
Brian Smith '89     David Fleming '92
Sean O'Brien '93

2016 Team Honoree
1958-66 Swimming Teams

2016 Bonner Medal Winners 
Bob & Celie Adams      Jim Krmpotich
Tony Mullen

Congratulations to Harry Peretta '74 P'17 P '19 on 700 Wins! 
Congratulations to Class of 1974 graduate and Villanova Women's Head Basketball Coach Harry Perretta on becoming just the 27th women's Coach in college history to get to 700 wins.  He also joins Geno Auriemma and Jim Calhoun of Uconn, and Jim Boeheim of Syracuse, as the only coaches in Big East history to win 300 conference games. 
Here and Here



Frank Corace '60 and Mary Beth (Gibson) McNichol '77 to be inducted into the Delco Athletes Hall of Fame
Congratulations to Frank (Basketball standout at Bonner and LaSalle University) and Mary Beth (Basketball standout at Prendie and Villanova University), who along with 14 other Delco Athletes will be honored at a dinner on April 17th.  for more information, check out the full article below.


Calling ALL Alum!  Is it your reunion time?


Bonner & Prendie Class of 1971 
45th Reunion  
Saturday, October 15, 2016  
Springfield Country Club  
7pm to 11pm
 
Reunion Invitations will be mailed to classmates by early August 2016.
 
 
Golf: For information to play golf on October 15th at the Springfield Country Club, contact Sue Hagan at (610) 399-9009 or suehagan513@gmail.com  
 
Overnight Accommodations: Courtyard by Marriott Hotel at Springfield Country Club.  If you would like to make a hotel reservation, mention you are with the Bonner/Prendie Reunion.
 APHS   Class of '66 50th Class Reunion
Date:     October 15, 2016
Place:    The Springfield Country Club,
               Sproul Road, Springield, PA
Time:     11:30 AM - 3:30 PM    
Please send your current contact information to Dottie Bracken Evangelista at evangedb@gmail.com. Please include maiden name, married name, address, phone # (home and/or cell,) and email address.

Additional details will be made available as plans continue to materialize.

 

Bonner & Prendie Class of 1996 
20th Reunion
Planning Committee is being organized now.  
Looking for help to get this started! If interested in
participating please contact:
Bonner and Prendie Class of 1986
30th Reunion 
Date : TBD (plan for Oct 2016)
Location TBD

Contact (Initial) information

Committee (Patrick Farley, John Fleitz, Mike Jones)---- BonnerPrendie86@gmail.com


Bonner Class of 1961 
55th Reunion 
 
Planning Committee is being organized now
but several leadership positions need to be filled.
One possibility is to have a luncheon this Spring
possibly followed by a golf outing the next day.
If you're interested in helping to put this reunion together
 please contact one of the following ASAP:
Charlie Brennan - cjbrennan1@verizon.net or
Don Delaney - dondelaney1@aim.com



In Memoriam

 
John Ostien '70
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Jane K. Berry - supporter, volunteer, Mother's Club
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Father Charles Joseph Faul '67
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MaryClare Huscher '74
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Msgr.  Edward J. Thompson - Former Bonner Teacher
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Sister Catherine Kealey, RSM - former Prendie Teacher
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                                              Peaceful Rest Grant
                                             Unto Them, O Lord!

Msgr.Bonner & Archbishop Prendergast Advancement
403 N Lansdowne Ave
Drexel Hill, PA 19026
610-259-0280