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Upcoming Events
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December 26, 2013
Alumni Crew Competition
January 24, 2014
50 Year Club Luncheon
February 19, 2014
Fund a Dream
April 19, 2014
Alumni Baseball &
Volleyball Games
June 23, 2014
Serra Golf Classic and
Women's Tennis Tournament
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As we approach the holidays, we are constantly reminded of the importance of a strong, faith-based community. I am grateful for being part of the Serra community, and I have enjoyed our recent alumni events tremendously.
From the winter alumni games to the presentation of the Junipero Serra Award to Fr. Tommy King '74, our fall alumni events strengthened ties and established bonds that transcend generations.
Wishing you and your family a very happy Christmas season and an outstanding New Year!
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Fr. Tommy King '74 Receives Junipero Serra Award
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 The Junipero Serra Award was presented to Fr. Tommy King '74 on Tuesday, November 26 during a special Mass celebrating the 300th birthday of Fr. Junipero Serra.
Fr. Tommy was honored for his unwavering support of St. Boniface Church in San Francisco's Tenderloin neighborhood. Day in and day out, he serves those who are struggling. He comforts and encourages people from all walks of life. Fr. Tommy is gracious and compassionate, and has dedicated his life to helping others.
"As Fr. Tommy spoke, I felt that he surrendered to his heart's desire - his call to be fully alive," said Principal Barry Thornton, Ed.D. "This was the gift he offered to the Serra community - a gentle call to live a life fully alive in response to God's invitation of love. This call will be unique to each person, but will always be animated in the service we offer to others, especially the less fortunate." |
Alumni Sports Week Wrap-up
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The Serra Alumni Sports Week was a great success. It began on Wednesday evening with the annual poker tournament and basketball game. Approximately 25 alumni laced up their shoes to play in the annual event.
On Thanksgiving morning, more than 30 water polo alumni played in the morning game. The odd-year alums beat the even-year alums by a score of 19-17. Quinn Curl '10 led the way in scoring with four goals. Mark Stemmey '82 (our oldest participating alumnus) protected the cage with 17 blocks.
Padres kicked off the annual alumni soccer game on Friday morning. This time, the alumni team won 3-2. Approximately 30 alumni participated in the exciting game. It was wonderful to see alumni from all decades on the field, especially our new Alumni Board Co-President Kris McAlavey '03.
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Padres Prepare for Final CCS Football Game THIS FRIDAY!
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 The varsity football team will play in the CCS Open Division championship game against Archbishop Mitty this Friday night, December 6, at San Jose City College. Kickoff will be at 7:30 p.m., and the game will be broadcast live on Comcast Sportsnet Bay Area.
The Serra community is celebrating the team's recent victories - particularly last Saturday night's CCS Semifinal victory over Bellarmine (28-17). The Padres set a new WCAL record for offensive yards in a season this year (4,195 yards). They are currently ranked #9 in the state of California by Cal Hi Sports. Come out and support Serra this Friday! |
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"Come and See the King" December 11
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 Members of the Serra Music Department will present "Come and See the King," the 57th annual Serra Christmas Concert. The event will be held at 7:30 p.m. on December 11 in the Serra Gellert Auditorium.
All of the fine performing groups will be featured, including the Tri-School Chorus and A Cappella sensations the Eleven Dollar Singers. The Jazz Band will premiere an original work by Director Jay Jordan. Also performing will be the Symphonic Band, which received a Unanimous Superior rating at the CMEA festival last spring; and the Men's Chorus, which was awarded Unanimous Superior ratings seven of the past eight years.
According to Jordan, "The evening is guaranteed to bring a smile to people of all ages."
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First Thanksgiving for International Students
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 The Serra library was filled with cheery faces and the smell of Thanksgiving in the air a few weeks ago, when more than 70 international students from Notre Dame and Serra gathered to share a traditional Thanksgiving meal with their host families.
Organized by Serra International Program Director Keticia Danish, the night began with a quick history lesson, followed by a Thanksgiving prayer. Host families contributed traditional side dishes. Turkey, mashed potatoes, gravy and stuffing were supplied by Serra alumnus Gabe Esposto '95, owner of Esposto's Catering. For many of the international students, this was their first taste of Thanksgiving classic American dishes.
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