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SAVE THE DATE!
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2015 :
Friday June 5: Class of 1964 50th Reunion
Monday June 15:
Mount 25th Anniversary Golf Outing
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Vol 5 Issue 7, June 24, 2015
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President's Letter
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Dear Alums and Friends of the Mount,
We are concluding a very strong year at the Mount. Academically, the students have performed extraordinarily well. In addition to 100% college acceptance with 99% attending, over 60% of the students received an academic scholarship. Just a sampling of the results: our valedictorian turned down MIT to attend Princeton, and another student selected Georgetown over Nortre Dame. Over half the students are attending their first choice college.
The success of the Mount in educating students first started in 1926. Our Legends of the Mount honorees represent the 50's, 60's, and 70's. This is a great legacy of achievement for all Mount alums to share in. I encourage you to follow their example so that the future of the Mount is ensured.
Make sure to check out the pictures from the 25th Annual Golf Outing. This was a sell-out event, and brought over 150 alums and their guests out to celebrate another wonderful tradition. This year's event was dedicated to the memory of Bro. John Bantz in honor of his many years of service and dedication to the Mount in so many roles over his tenure.
This is my last introduction to our e-Newsletter. As you may remember I am retiring after nine years of service as President. I anticipate an "encore career" as a Visiting Research Scholar at Oxford University in the fall, and a faculty member at the Graduate School of Education at Fordham University after that in the spring.
It has been my pleasure to serve the Mount, and I eagerly look forward to the continued unfolding of successes for the school. We have some interesting irons in the fire - stay tuned - the best is yet to be!
Sincerely,
Dr. Anthony Miserandino
Ps. Remember to live life in the footsteps of Champagnat, with a "heart that knows no bounds."
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Mount Community Celebrates Extraordinary Alum at the New York Athletic Club on May 15
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Nearly 300 supporters of Mount St. Michael Academy, including alum, parents, students, staff, faculty, old friends and new, came together at the New York Athletic Club in Pelham to honor the lives and contributions of six extraordinary gentlemen who have positively impacted the lives they have touched.
The distinguished honorees included
Joseph Tricario '50,
Bro. Gerald Doherty FMS '61
Boniface "Buzz" Zaino '61
Most Rev. Bishop Dennis Sullivan '63
Rocco B. Commisso '67
Dr. Tony Maddalo '72.
 Student speakers and presenters included Matthew Barrett '15, Woodley Jean Louis '15 and Rocco Commisso American Dream Scholar Raishawn Pitt '15.
The event broadened awareness of The Mount from our cherished Bronx community to many Fortune 500 companies who generously and graciously helped make the event a major success and highlighted the contributions of yesterday, today and tomorrow of not only the Legends of 2015 but of all Mount alumni and students in the Bronx and in the world.
CLICK HERE TO SEE OUR BEAUTIFUL LEGENDS JOURNAL AND BIOS OF THE HONOREES!
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Congratulations Class of 2015!!!
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164 young men received their diplomas on Saturday, June 6, 2015 at Mount Saint Michael Academy's Eighty Sixth Annual Commencement Exercises.
VIEW PHOTO GALLERY.
Salutatorian Kai Cash related to the audience through a personal narrative that we all, when tested, can become heroes, and that the Mount experience has helped to instill the confidence needed to meet extraordinary challenges.
Valedictorian Matthew Barrett reminded the graduates that "The road ahead of us is not only filled with countless opportunities, but also many obstacles. It is vital that we maintain a more positive outlook on life so that when we face a challenge, it will not overcome us. With the skills that we have acquired during our time at the Mount we are better prepared to face future obstacles until we are able to accomplish our greatest aspirations."
The Class of 2015 has been accepted to more than 100 different colleges and universities including some of the most prestigious public and private institutions across the nation including:
- American University
- Binghamton University
- Boston University
- College of Mount St. Vincent
- Fordham University
- Georgetown University
- Hofstra University
- Iona College
- Manhattan College Pace University
- Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT)
- New York University
- Notre Dame
- Princeton University
- Quinnipiac University
- Sacred Heart University
- Seton Hall University
- St. John's University
- Stony Brook University
- Syracuse University
- Trinity College
- University of Bridgeport
- University of Buffalo
- University of Connecticut
- University of Miami
- University of Pennsylvania
- Williams College
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Class of '65 Reunites After 50 Years!
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On June 5, a beautiful sunny Friday evening in White Plains, New York, the Class of 1965 gathered and reminisced about days gone by. Eighty guests in attendance enjoyed the lush and spacious garden at the White Plains Women's Club along with a full and delicious buffet dinner.
On Saturday June 6, members of the Class of 1965 joined the graduation ceremony of the Class of 2015 and received commemorative diplomas. CLICK TO SEE ALL PHOTOS!
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Mount 25th Annual Golf Outing
Beats the Rain!
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| | From l to r: Bill Hecht, TK, "Al Czervik" TK and TK |
The forecast was ominous, but bad weather doesn't slow down Mountaineers! After a night of heavy rain and a dark morning sky, 106 golfers teed off at Fenway Country Club in Scarsdale, NY at the 25th Annual Mount Saint Michael Academy Golf and Tennis Outing.
This Year's outing honored the memory of Mount Legend and former Mount President Brother John Bantz FMS '56. At the dinner reception Bro. John was remembered fondly by close friend Peter Tamigi '81 and by his sister Rita Bantz Connors. A scholarship in memory of Brother John has been established and all those in attendance were encouraged to participate.
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Julian Ullah '15 and his big brother
John Rossi '05 spoke about their Mount experience.
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Two young alumni brothers, Julian Ullah '15 and John Rossi '05 came back to speak about their uniquely positive Mount experience. John felt it was important that Julian receive the same quality education he had received a decade earlier on the corner of Nereid and Murdock: John, who is his brother's legal guardian, interrupted his college study to work full time in order to pay Julian's tuition at Mount.
Financial aid for Julian, that came through the Mount Scholarship Fund, was a huge help to John in helping to meet Julian's tuition payments. John felt it was important that Julian receive the same quality education he had received a decade earlier on the corner of Nereid
Bill Peterson went into character as Rodney Dangerfield as Al Czervik from Caddyshack by day and Las Vegas Rodney by evening to lead a lively live auction that included choice items such as a St. Thomas, Virgin Islands Villa, Golf at Winged Foot, A Reservation at the Legendary Rao's, A Private Dinner at DaGiorgio's in New Rochelle prepared by chef/owner Giorgio Giaginto '95 and Two Superbowl 50 Tickets!
The day was fun, dry, and a financial success! The Mount and the golf and tennis committees would like to thank all those who attended for the continued support of the outing and our scholarship fund.
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Class Notes
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Mr. Stan F. Clutterbuck '51: I want my great grandson to go to the Mount in 5 years-I was a boarder for 4 years-varsity basketball-marching & concert band-graduated near the top of my class-went to Purdue University for engineering.
Mr. Dennis J. Burbridge '54: Dennis Burbridge, 78, passed away Sunday, May 24, 2015, at Haven Hospice. Mr. Burbridge, an Army Veteran, lived in the Bronx for many years before moving to Cranford 43 years ago. A U.S. Army veteran, Mr. Burbridge worked as a bartender for John McGillian in the Bronx. A graduate of Manhattan College, he had been a track star at Mount St. Michael High School in the Bronx. Surviving are his wife, Rosemary; son, Dennis Jr.; two stepsons, John and Joe Touris; six granddaughters; a grandson, and a great-grandson.
Mr. John A. Burich '59: Mrs. Burich wrote 5/20/2015 - My husband John Burich died on 4/23/14. He was a pround "Mountie" of the class of 1959.
Mr. James R. Gaffney '59: passed away April 12th, 2015 of pancreatic cancer.
Mr. Michael L. Barretti, Sr. '63: In memory of my wife Maria Cardinale Barretti who passed away on Nov. 29, 2014.
Rocco Commisso '67: On Saturday, May 9, 2015, Commisso joined 100 other outstanding individuals who were recognized at the 29th Annual Ellis Island Medals of Honor Ceremony held at the historic landmark in New York Harbor. Fellow honorees included retired Supreme Court Justice Sandra Day O'Connor, talk show host Meredith Vieira, New York Yankees legend Mariano Rivera, U.S. Navy Admiral Mark E. Ferguson III, and Washington, D.C. Police Chief Cathy L. Lanier.
The award, established in 1986, recognizes individuals who share with those less fortunate their wealth of knowledge, indomitable courage, boundless compassion, unique talents and selfless generosity, all while maintaining the traditions of their ethnic heritage as they uphold the ideals and spirit of America. Past recipients include six U.S. Presidents; Nobel Prize recipient Elie Wiesel; Generals Norman Schwarzkopf, Colin Powell and Raymond Odierno; Hon. Hillary Clinton; Sen. John McCain; Muhammad Ali; Frank Sinatra; Barbara Walters; Mike Wallace; and Mayor Rudolph Giuliani.
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2014/2015 Annual Fund:
Why Give? By Matthew Wallace '16
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Dear Donors of Mount St. Michael Academy,
My name is Mark Wallace and I am currently a junior at the Mount. I am the youngest of three children. I grew up watching my family struggle to keep us all in Catholic School.
As my sister and brother moved into college and high school my parents could barely afford our education in spite of their hard work and effort. Then in the fall of 2013 my brother Matthew, who was a senior at the Mount, passed away. We all lost our way for a time.
If it were not for the unselfish financial support of the donors and the support from the Mount I would not have been able to stay at the Mount during a time when I needed help the most.
The loss of my brother still deeply affects me but I have learned to cope because of the support of my friends and teachers. I was able to heal in a familiar environment where I shared memories with my big brother. I would have never been able to stay at the Mount, receive an education, and continue to make memories if it were not for the financial support that I received. I will be forever grateful to the donors for making this possible.
l am now a member of the National Honors Society while playing varsity football and varsity lacrosse. I am striving to be a leader at the Mount like my brother. I look forward to graduating with my brothers and succeeding in college. My recent experiences have inspired me to become a child psychologist. I want to help children through difficult situations and succeed in life. In addition, I know that above all, it is my responsibility to give back to the Mount.
My mom says "it is important to show your appreciation in words but you must back your words up with positive actions". At this time I am saying thank you and hope to see you at my graduation in 2016 so you can see the accomplishments you helped me achieve.
Best Regards,
Mark Wallace Class of 2016
WHAT IS THE ANNUAL FUND?
Our Annual Fund bridges the gap between tuition and operating expenses. Your investment will provide funding for programs, activities and other expenses that the school incurs. Tuition and fees cover about 66% of total revenue collected, which is why we need to rely on your support.
When you give to the Annual Fund, your dollars help fund advanced curriculum in programs like Sports Medicine, IT and Business, as well as strengthening our athletic programs and extracurricular activities.
- Offer need-based financial support
- Drive excellence in curriculum and scholastic advancement
- Strengthen our athletic programs
- Provide state-of-the-art technology
- Make repairs to school facilities and grounds
MATCHING GIFTS: You can double your gift through a matching gift from your employer! Check to see if your organization is a matching gift participant! |
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Become an Annual Fund Loyalty Club Member and Get Discounts!
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Become a member of the Mount Loyalty Society by donating to the Annual Fund for at least 5 consecutive years and get discounts on select Mount Events!
We send you a card when you qualify!
Consecutive Annual Fund Donations and Discount Levels are as follows:
5-9 Years: 5%
10-14 Years: 10%
15-19 Years: 15%
20+ years: 20%
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Bro. James Bantz Memorial Scholarship
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 The Bro. John Bantz Memorial Scholarship was established as a non-endowed scholarship in the fall of 2014 to honor the memory and legacy of Mount's former President. Bro. John served at the Mount for 31 years in a variety of roles: as Junior HS Principal, Guidance Counselor, and Development Director.
He stood ready to serve the school in whatever task was required to enhance and move forward the academic and co-curricular program. Prior to his service at the Mount, Bro. John taught math for many years at various Marist schools.
Bro. John was an avid sports fan and was present on the field, off the court or around the track for three seasons, year in and year out. He knew the names of all the students participating in an activity.
The scholarship award will be given to a graduating senior, who exhibits the qualities of character so well illustrated in Bro. John's life: a spirit of good sportsmanship, a love of math and a record of service to the Mount community.
For more information, please call
Julie Androshick Boyle
Development Office
718 515 6400 ext. 268
julie.androshick@mtstmichael.org
Please make checks payable to Mount St. Michael Academy and
send your donation to:
Development Office
Mount St. Michael Academy
4300 Murdock Avenue
Bronx, NY 10466
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