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Meet the Cadets
Class of 2019
The Class of 2019
Graduated from the
Following Middle Schools:
St Joseph High School is the premier college preparatory school in Southern
Connecticut. It is our students; however, that make us truly special. As we seek to
continue our legacy of success, we have carefully chosen our incoming freshman class
and we are honored to introduce them to you. This is one of the largest freshmen classes
St Joes has seen in recent years, and each student adds tremendous value to our spirited
community. Please take a minute to meet the Class of 2019!
*We would like to extend our gratitude to the parents that sent in pictures and biographies to share!
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All Saints, Norwalk Ansonia Assumption, Ansonia Assumption, Fairfield Bailey Middle Bridge Academy Cathedral Academy Cesar A. Batalla Christian Heritage Derby Eagle Hill Southport East Shore Fairfield Woods Faith Prep Flood, Stratford Harborside High Horizon Magnet Hillcrest Jockey Hollow John Winthrop King Robinson Magnet Love Christian Academy Madison Multicultural Magnet Newtown Our Lady Of Fatima
Park City Prep Charter School Roger Ludlowe Seymour Shelton Intermediate St Catherine Of Siena St John The Evangelist St Stephen's St Andrew Academy St Ann St Gabriel St James St Jude St Lawrence St Mark St Mary St Mary-St. Michael St Rose Of Lima St Theresa St Thomas Aquinas St Vincent De Paul Thomas Hooker Thurgood Marshall Tomlinson West Rocks Wooster
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Class of 2019
Anna Argulian
Flood Middle School Anna is the winner of many essay contests including Stratford’s Business Education Support Team’s Best Volunteer Essay Contest, Scope’s National “Dear Future” Essay Contest and Connecticut’s Laws of Life Essay Program.
St Joseph Values in Action
Charlie Asetta
St Rose of Lima School Charlie was awarded the St Thomas Aquinas award for St Rose of Lima School at Bishop Caggiano's Breakfast of Champions. The award recognizes one student from each diocesan school who has displayed academic excellence and exemplifies the Gospel values. He also received the President's Education Award for Outstanding Academic Excellence and the Malony Scholarship for Language Arts.
Abigail Cloud
Multicultural Magnet School In the past year alone, Abigail has won the Fairfield University Martin Luther King Essay Contest, the Middle School District Math Competition and the Bridgeport District Young Author’s Competition.
Christopher Coughlin
Wooster Middle School Chris received the Principal’s Leadership Award, given to students who exemplify the six pillars of character – respect, citizenship, fairness, trustworthiness, responsibility, and sportsmanship.
Michael Denihan
St Lawrence School Mike received the 2015 St Thomas Aquinas Award for St Lawrence School as well as the 2015 Language Arts Award and President's Education Award for Outstanding Academic Achievement. He also participated in the Mathcounts team and was awarded a Certificate of Merit for successfully representing St Lawrence School.
Abigail Cloud
Charlie Asetta
Sarah Chesterfield-Hackenson
John Winthrop School Sarah has received the United States Attorney Certificate of Achievement Award for Most Improved Student in middle school.
Kathryn Burke
Faith Preparatory School Kate finished her year at Faith Prep as the Valedictorian and gave the closing address. She received the Presidential Gold Award for Academic Excellence, as well as an award for outstanding performance as “Hook” in “Peter Pan”.
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Jakob DeBroff
St Catherine of Siena School Jakob is an Honor student, Scholar Athlete and a member of the Mathematics League where he received a Certificate of Commendation.
Michael Draper
Bridge Academy Michael is a member of the National Junior Honor Society and he received special recognition in academics including the Excellence in Social Studies Award.
Emma Elrod
Flood Middle School Emma received the President’s Education Award for Outstanding Vocalist and Academic Excellence.
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Dori Grasso
St Lawrence School This year Dori won the 2
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Place Woodman of the World School Speech contest. She has also been a gymnast for 11 years and has played soccer for nine years.
Olivia Johnson
Wooster Middle School Olivia is a member of the National Junior Honor Society. She will continue to bring her dedication to academics to her college preparatory courses here at St Joes.
Justin Kahn
Newtown Middle School Justin has received many academic awards including the Middle School Scholar Award. He was one of the top 25 students receiving the President's Award for Education Excellence in 2015. He also received the Science Award for his Cluster at Newtown Middle School.
Aidan Kiley
Fairfield Woods Middle School Aidan came in 2
nd Place with
his partner at the National History Day Regional Competition for their website creation – Werner Von Braun: Rocketing Into the Space Age. He also received Excellence in Construction Technology and the Spanish Award at his 8
th grade year end awards
ceremony.
Bryana Johnson
Assumption Catholic School
Bryana was the Salutatorian of her Middle School Class. She received several academic awards and certificates including the Principal’s Awards for Highest Achievement. Bryana also received a trophy as the MVP for Varsity Basketball.
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Samantha Kane
St Rose of Lima School Sam has received the President's Education Awards Program for Outstanding Academic Achievement in 2015. She was also recognized by the National Charity League with the Tea Rose Award, Sweetheart Rose Philanthropy Award, Taffeta Rose Award and the Yellow Rosebud Award. In addition to her philanthropic service Sam also enjoys Crew, Volley-ball, Tennis, Girl Scouts and the beach.
Ally Leso
East Shore Middle School Ally was recognized by her middle school for academic honors and received the Student of the Year Award for Spanish.
Garrett Kalker
Christian Heritage School Garrett was a finalist in the Connecticut Science and Engineering Fair held at Quinnipiac University. His project evaluated the quantity of heat loss which exists through ceiling, wall and floor building constructions to enable the optimized use of insulation. Garrett received a ribbon for 2nd Honors and a medal award for being a finalist in the Applied Technology Category. He also received a medal and monetary award from the Office of Naval Research from the U.S. Navy.
Gus LeRoux
St Lawrence School Gus received the President’s Award for Educational Achievement, St Lawrence Science and Mathematics Awards, Mathcounts chapter Certificate of Merit, including an award from Fairfield University for one course per semester during his senior year of high school. Gus took the SAT’s in January and has qualified for placement in the SIG program at Yale University this summer.
Karl Kelly
St Rose of Lima School Karl is a member of National Junior Honor Society and the Order of the Arrow Boy Scout Honor Society. In 2015 he received the President's Award for Outstanding Academic Achieve-ment and the St Rose of Lima History and Religion Pins for 8th Grade. He has earned 88 hours of community service in 2014-2015. Additionally, he was awarded for five years of service as a Saint John Berchmans Altar Server.
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Ellie McKenna
Harborside Middle School Elle is a High Honors student who enjoys cheer, swimming, gymnastics and soccer.
Christopher Rossetti
Seymour Middle School Chris was the Valedictorian of his 8th grade class. He has been a Mensa member since 2012. Chris has played baseball for over eight years and was also the founder of the school’s Frisbee Club.
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Robert Mihaly
Hillcrest Middle School Robert is a member of the National Junior Honor Society and received Distinctive Honors in middle school. He was also awarded the All American Scholar Award, Soaring Student in Science Award, the Student of the Year and the President’s Award.
Dante Criscio Dante Criscio
Seymour Middle School Dante was the Valedictorian of his 8th grade class. He has been a Jazz Band member for three years, runs Cross Country and served on his Student Council as Vice President. He was also the Captain of Mathcounts.
Jakub Olewicz
Shelton Intermediate School Jakub is a high honors student and looks forward to continuing his academic achievement here at St Joes!
Abigail Przybylowicz
High Horizons School This past year, Abigail has received Mathematics and Reading Academic Awards. She also enjoys: basketball, soccer, track, archery and softball.
Jack McDermott
St Rose of Lima School Jack received 3
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CT Science Fair at Quinnipiac University and 1
st Place in the
Invention Convention. In addition, Jack is a High Honors student and received the Light of Christ and Parvuli Dei Awards in Boy Scouts.
Jacob Murphy
Flood Middle School Jacob received The President’s Education Award for Outstanding Academic Achievement in Physical Education and Experiencing Music. The Connecticut Association of Schools awarded him for Student Leadership as well.
Aidan Marin
Wooster Middle School Aiden received the Social Studies Award of Excellence for participation and effort. He also volunteers at the Stratford library.
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Kristen Robertson
St Mark School Kristen has received the Pfizer Life Sciences Award, Barnes Aerospace Applied Technologies Award, Talcott Mountain Science Center Founder’s Award and the Alexion Bio-technology Award for her achievements in science.
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Madison Yardis
Fairfield Woods Middle School Madison made the honor roll on her report cards in middle school. She will continue to thrive at St Joes.
Carmine Russo
St Vincent de Paul School Carmine graduated with High Honors and achieved straight A’s throughout the entire year. He was recognized for his many years of band participation as a clarinet player and for playing varsity basketball for St Vincent DePaul. He also received a “Foil Method Champion” Award and the “Susan B. Heffernan Scholarship.” He was also recognized for his character and received the following superlatives from his class: most humorous, most dramatic and most likely to succeed.
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Molly Villodas
St Rose of Lima School Molly has been a member of the Model United Nations for three years during which she attended four conferences. She received an Honorable Mention at Global Classrooms NYC International Model UN Conference. She received 2
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Honors in the CT Science and Engineering Fair this year. Molly also plays the cello and the piano and likes to sing. She has been in several musical theatre productions since the age of six. Molly is also very involved with a charity called Safe Homes.
Clare Seperack
St Ann School Clare is an honor roll student and was awarded for her submission to the Poetry for Peace Contest.
Carmine Russo
Gabriella Saavedra
St Andrew Academy Gabriella has received High Honors awards as well as Computer and Social Studies Achievement Awards and Student of the Month.
Kenneth Schneider
Jockey Hollow Middle School Kenny won the Outstanding Boy Award at Jockey Hollow for exemplary citizenship, leadership and scholarship. He also was given two Pin Awards for the highest average in 8th grade for history and health.
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Jordan Barros
St Lawrence Middle School Jordan has received many awards for his service to others including The Luise and Champagne Family Award, given to a student who has extended himself in service to others and his community. He is the recipient of a Certificate of Appreciation presented by Mayor Lauretti to Scout Troop19 members who were part of the Shelton Clean Sweep Group 2015.
Kyle Burbank
Newtown Middle School Kyle was a teen counselor at Bible Camp, an altar server and he belongs to a youth group at St Rose of Lima.
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John Albanesi
Newtown Middle School John has volunteered for community clean-up events and local elementary school fairs. He is looking forward to future service projects and will join the St Joes Football team.
Christina Carloni
St Mary-St Michael School Christina volunteers her time at a nursing home and as a CCD teacher.
Oriana DeRosa
Our Lady of Fatima School Oriana has been recognized by the National Charity League with the Heart of Gold Award and Formation Award. She volunteers at the Senior Center of Fairfield, Girl Zone, Cardinal Sheehan Center, Audobon Society, Operation Hope, and the Norma Pfreim Cancer Center.
Kaitlin Capobianco
Harborside Middle School Kaitlin has volunteered for the Special Olympics for more than six years and looks forward to joining the Special Olympics Service Club at St Joes.
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Sierra Clark
Flood Middle School Sierra has volunteered many hours at the Mount Vernon Neighborhood Health Center for a program called Reach Out and Read. She spent time reading to children as young as three.
Emily Fedor
St Mark School Emily was a member of the St Mark Student Service Club where she dedicated her time as a religious education aid. In addition to her service projects, she enjoys participating in Science Fairs. This past year she was a finalist in the CT State Science & Engineering Fair (CSEF). In 2015 she won five awards including; 1st Place CSEF Physical Sciences Award, the Energize CT Sustainable Resources & Practices Award, the Marty Tafel Student Research Award, the Society of Women Engineers Award and the David and Torrey Fenton Award. She also received over $1,000 in monetary awards for her projects. She decided to use her award money to pay for her deposit here at St Joseph High School. She is truly a dedicated scholar.
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Thomas Griffin
St Mary School Thomas has been a volunteer at the Glendale Center for five years and an altar server. Thomas also enjoys being involved in the Drama Club and playing soccer and basketball.
Theresa Hynes
St James School Theresa completed a 5-day community outreach mission trip in Rutland, VT this year.
Giseberte Jeudi
Cathedral Academy Giseberte is looking forward to joining St Joes community ser-vice clubs such as Habitat for Humanity and Missionaries of Charity.
Tracey Logan
Assumption Catholic School Tracey was a member of the Student Council and National Junior Honor Society in Middle School. Tracey also volunteers as a vacation bible school counselor.
Jessica Mazo
Cesar A. Batalla Middle School Jessica is a member of the talented and gifted program. She spends her free time teaching dance classes for children as young as 4.
Charlie Pagliarini
Hillcrest Middle School Charlie volunteers gathering food for the Men’s Veteran Place in Bridgeport in his free time. He has also played baseball for eight years.
Zachary Lindstrom
St Thomas Aquinas Catholic School Zachary enjoys volunteering for the Merton House, supplying sandwiches and he has volunteered during the summer at school, helping to move furniture. He also plays basketball and baseball.
Kayla Michaca
Thomas Hooker Middle School Kayla is involved in a youth group and served as an assistant teacher for CCD. She also loves to sing, play basketball and cheer.
Ben Kallsen
St John School Ben volunteered to deliver furniture for a service project for Acts 4 Ministry. He also received many awards during his six years of running Cross Country.
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Nick Openshaw
Eagle Hill Academy Southport Nick was an active member of the Student Council at Eagle Hill Southport and ended the year with a trip to New York City to plant a community garden through Youth Service Organization Project. He also played basketball and lacrosse while at Eagle Hill. Nick’s hobbies include: basketball, long boarding, fishing and x-box.
Thomas Luciano
St Rose of Lima School Thomas volunteers as a homework club tutor. He was also a member of the Yearbook Committee and National Junior Honor Society in Middle School.
Ace Luzietti
St. Mary School Ace is an altar server at St Gabriel Church. He is also involved in the leadership program in Orange and plays baseball.
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Carolyn Riffice
St Thomas Aquinas Catholic School Carolyn was a member of the Human Relations Committee in middle school and the National Charity League. She volunteers her time at TAILS animal adoptions.
Katharine Riffice
St Thomas Aquinas Catholic School Katherine is a member of National Charity League and volunteered for Operation Hope, Bridgeport Rescue Mission and Earthplace.
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Gillian Skeffington
Shelton Intermediate School Gillian volunteered at St Paul's Church as teen mentor for several years. She graduated with Honors and ran cross country and track at SIS.
Joshua Reaves
St Stephen School Joshua volunteered with the Gianellie Youth Group. He is a scholar athlete and has been recognized for being The All-Time Leading Scorer for Basketball and the Most Valuable Player for St Stephen School. Ania Simoncek
Harborside Middle School Ania received High Honors every trimester in Middle School. Each year, she had a piece of art work selected for display in the City– Wide Art Show. She swims year-round with Amity Re-gional Aquatic Club in Orange. She also volunteers with The Milford Young Women’s Club.
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Sophia Rivera
Harborside Middle School Sophia volunteers at a soup kitchen. She has many interests including: lacrosse, tumbling and singing.
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Sean Yankocy
St Jude School Sean is the 2015 recipient of the Maryanne Halpin Community Service Award and the Felix Talamo Music Scholarship. Sean is an avid baseball player and is a pitcher on the AAU CT Grind baseball team. Sean will travel with The Grind to Disney World, Florida to compete at the ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex for the Grand National Championships.
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Mark Arnone
Madison Middle School Mark has played football and baseball for four years and volunteers regularly with a Little League team.
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William Brady
St Gabriel School William is a goalie for the Southern Stars Bantam ice Hockey Team and received the Whitie Bensen’s Player of the Week Award.
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James Evans
All Saints Catholic School Jimmy is a High Honors student and has received awards for academics, athletics and citizenship including: the Norwalk Exchange Club Youth Citizenship Award, the Sr. Catherine Sheehy Scholarship Award, the All Saints Catholic School Sportsmanship Award, and the Sister Sally Norcross School Service Award. Jimmy is the starting pitcher/first baseman on the Clubhouse Rawlings Elite State of Connecticut championship baseball team.
Leo Caserta
St Catherine of Siena School Leo is an Honor Roll student and has been recognized with the Good Citizenship and Scholar Athlete Awards.
Robert Disibio
Newtown Middle School Robert plays baseball, basketball and soccer. He is a volunteer football coach at Newtown Youth Academy, and Danbury Youth Volunteer Corp. of Western CT. He also volunteers his time at the Pratt Nature Center in New Milford.
Charlie Chagnon
Shelton Intermediate School Charlie recently earned rank of Life Scout and attended a Troop trip to Yellowstone National Park. Charlie earned Coaches Award for 2015 SIS Baseball Team. In addition, he received the Student of the Year, Excellence in Language Arts and Citizenship Award at SIS.
Christopher Chartier
Fairfield Woods Middle School Christopher is a mentor for students with special needs. He looks forward to joining the Habitat for Humanity Club at St Joe’s.
Griffin Cross
St Rose of Lima School Griffin Cross lead the St. Rose 8th grade Varsity Basketball team to the league championship. He received the Coaches Award and Sportsmanship Award for St Rose as well as being named the MVP of the championship tournament.
Monica Burns
Shelton Intermediate School Monica played soccer for the Shelton Premier League and is interested in continuing her athletic achievements at St Joes.
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Brian Gannon
St Lawrence School Brian is an Honor Roll student and has been awarded for baseball sportsmanship and football sportsmanship. He is also a bible camp counselor.
Luke Healy
Eagle Hill Academy Southport Luke competed with the Eagle Hill Southport cross country team this spring. He also represented EHS at the EdRev Conference in San Francisco, CA. As a member of Student Council, Luke volunteered to clean a church and it's food pantry in NYC.
Molly McKenna
Harborside Middle School Molly received awards in science, and social studies for her academic achievements. Additionally she has earned the Pop Warner Athletic Scholar Award for the past four years.
Anne Muldoon
St Thomas Aquinas Catholic School Ann was a member of the Student Council, mock trial, yearbook committee, Girl Scouts and the National Junior Honor Society in middle school.
Sawyer Meehan
Tomilson Middle School Saywer served as a Peer Mentor in middle School. He enjoys playing soccer and was a Unified Arts Sports mentor.
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Jailyn McLean
Cathedral Academy Jailyn received the Certificate for Peace in Poetry and was a member of the Student Council in middle school. Jailyn’s hobbies include swimming and diving, basketball and writing.
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Jennifer McNamara
Katherine McKeon
Shelton Intermediate School Katherine received the Student of the Month Award and the Timothy J. Walsh III Scholarship Award for school leadership, integrity and school spirit. She was recognized by the Shelton Board of Education for her leadership and ability to help provide a welcome atmosphere for all students as Vice President of her Student Council.
Jennifer McNamara
St Catherine of Siena School Jennifer was the Student Council President at St. Catherine’s and was the 2015 Graduation Speaker. She received the President’s Education Award and Peter F. Burke Award Scholarship. She was also the Modern Woodmen’s Oratorical Winner. She is a Junior Usher St. Thomas the Apostle Church and volunteers for the Bethel Summer Track Series.
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Gillian Nemec
Assumption Catholic School Gillian was the Girls’ Basketball Co-Captain and member of the Student Council. She also volunteers at YMCA Camp in her free time.
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Al Paolozzi
Hillcrest Middle School Al received the President’s Education Award for Academic Excellence and the Leadership and Responsibility Dream! Reach! Succeed! Award this past year.
Hailey Rotondo
Shelton Intermediate School Hailey has received an Honors Certificate, Art Awards, and Tolerance and Kindness Awards. She was also a member of Student Council in middle school.
Meghan Shilling
St Theresa School Meghan was the Student Council Co-President in middle school. She enjoys playing basketball and Soccer, she even serves as a soccer referee.
Theresa Swatt
Assumption Catholic School Theresa is an honors student and a member of the National Young Leaders Conference. She plays the clarinet and was the Co-Captain of the Girl’s Varsity Basketball team in middle school.
Elizabeth Simms
St Rose of Lima School Elizabeth was a member of the Model UN, a Girl Scout, and a member of Mock Trial in middle school. She received 3
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Science Olympics in 2014.
Cynthia Tshibangu
Park City Prep Middle School Cynthia tutors 5
th graders
and is an active member of the Friends of Rachel Club focused on kindness and anti-bullying community building.
Lily Norris
St Catherine of Siena School Lily received the Leadership Award, Woodsman Oratorical Speech Award, Tennis Award, and the Yale Rowing Crew Award.
Melissa Psaras
Jockey Hollow Middle School Melissa was a member of Student Council and ROAR (rallying others to act respectfully) in middle school. She also enjoys lacrosse and soccer.
Tarryn Trauth
Our Lady of Fatima School Tarryn is a member of the National Junior Honor Society and was a High Honors student in middle school. She received school awards for citizenship, athletics, attendance, friendship and honesty.
Daphney Pate
Derby Middle School Daphney received the Connecticut Middle Level Scholar Leader Award and High Honors for the entirety of middle school. She was also awarded for her academic achievement in Spanish and was Co-Captain of the Girls’ Basketball team.
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Christina Abriola
Eagle Hill Academy Southport Christina enjoys playing field hockey and cross country and is interested in joining our St Joes teams!
Elena Ball
Harborside Middle School Elena is a member of multiple teams including girls swimming and diving, girls basketball and softball.
Theodore Beyer
Hillcrest Middle School Theodore is interested in lacrosse and may join his brother on the St Joes football team.
Colleen Brown
St Thomas Aquinas School Colleen received the 10-Year Award at Connecticut Dance and is also involved with gymnastics and cheerleading
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Michael Chaves
St Lawrence School Michael plays both baseball and basketball and will continue his athletic interests at St Joes.
Tyler Backus
Eagle Hill Academy Southport Tyler plays golf and was a member of the Eagle Hill Boys Soccer team.
Jesse Bike
St Mark School Jesse has diverse athletic abilities and is interested in playing basketball, baseball and football at St Joes.
Tathiana Cortes
Assumption Catholic School Tathiana plays basketball, volleyball and soccer. She looks forward to joining the St Joes soccer team.
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Connor Duffy
St Thomas Aquinas Catholic School Connor’s athletic interests and talents include cross country and soccer.
Claire Curry
Wooster School Claire is a three-sport athlete. She plays soccer for the Connecticut Football Club, runs cross country, and is a member of the Stratford Recreational Basketball team.
Kayla Esteves
Hillcrest Middle School Kayla’s athletic talents include softball and soccer.
Hayden Falk
Harborside Middle School Hayden is a High Honors student who enjoys playing both soccer and basketball.
Reece DeLeo
St Rose School Reese plays basketball, soccer, golf, track, and football. He was a Lake Waramaug Country Club Junior Golf Championship Winner 2011-2013.
Kyren Jones
Thurgood Marshall Middle School Kyren enjoys playing Pop Warner Football for the Bridgeport Raiders and basketball at the Cardinal Shehan Center.
Christopher Higgins
St Catherine School Chris plays hockey for two travel teams. He is a goalie for the CT Riverhawks and CT Oilers.
Amanda Flynn
Jockey Hollow Middle School Amanda enjoys playing soccer, tennis, and football. She also runs cross country and volunteers as a summer camp counselor.
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Aaron Kirby
St Rose of Lima School Aaron is a High Honors student and a recipient of the President’s Education Award for Outstanding Academic Excellence and a Varsity Basketball Honorable Scholar Athlete. Aaron played many sports at St. Rose including basketball, baseball and track and field where he set a new school record for softball throw. Aaron also played King Triton in the school play Little Mermaid.
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Luke Kirby
St Rose of Lima School Luke is a High Honors student and the recipient of President’s Education Award for Outstanding Academic Excellence, Varsity Basketball Honorable Scholar Athlete Award, a Spelling Pin from the Language Arts Department and an Award from The National Math Club. Aaron played many sports at St Rose including basketball, baseball and track and field.
Jack Mathews
All Saints Catholic School Jack was the first 12 year old to receive a proclamation from Mayor Rilling from the City of Norwalk for winning the All Stars District 1 Championship in 28 years.
Carol Liu
National Day School Carol likes to play basketball and volleyball. She wants to be a dentist in the future. Carol has also played piano for two years.
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Mark Leonardi
St Rose of Lima School Mark received the St. Rose Boy's Varsity Basketball Principal's Scholar Athlete Award. He maintained High Honors all year and was recognized for his academic accomplishments with the President's Award for Educational Excellence and membership to the National Junior Honors Society. Mark also served as the Vice President of the Student Council while at St Rose.
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Ann McNeil
Wooster Middle School Ann is a member of the National Junior Honor Society. She received the Presidential Academic Award and was a two time recipient of the Gymnastics Citizenship Award.
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Seymour Middle School Alexandra has many athletic interests. She has played softball for seven years, basketball for six, and volleyball for two.
Tommy Rosati
St Mary School Tommy was a member of the National Honor Society and the St Mary Boys’ Basketball Team. He recently attended basketball camp where he was named camp MVP and won the 3 point and foul shooting contests. He has high hopes of playing basketball for St Joseph High School!
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Ben Talbot
Newtown Middle School Ben received the Superintendent's Award for Western Connecticut which is based on academics, leadership, and community service. Ben was Vice President of the Student Council, and played basketball and baseball at Newtown Middle School. Outside of school, Ben plays on travel baseball and basketball teams and was awarded the Sportsmanship Award.
Shelby Vinhais
St Mark School Shelby has played basketball for St. Mark Church and the CT Hoopsters. In 2015 her St Mark Church team was named the New England CYO Champions. She is an altar server at St Mark Church, and also teaches religious education to children.
Andy Ni
Jaixing No. 1 Middle School Experimental Sub-Branch Andy has played piano since age six and also enjoys playing basketball for his school team. He wants to pursue career in business in the future.
Thomas Schietinger
Hillcrest Middle School Thomas is a High Honors student and a Pop Warner All-American Scholar. He enjoys playing ice hockey and lacrosse, and was a member of his middle school’s Stock Market Club and a peer mediator.
Christian Scinto
Hillcrest Middle School Christian has played ice hockey for over eight years. We hope he will bring his talents to the St Joes team!
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Bryan Viglione
Madison Middle School Bryan is a four-sport athlete who enjoys playing: basketball, football, lacrosse and soccer.
Shane Walsh
Hillcrest Middle School Shane played with the Trumbull National All-Star and Xplosion Baseball teams. He recently competed in the WWBA World Wood Bat Association Tournament in Emerson GA. Shane’s poem "My Mind" has been published in a book "A Celebration of Poets" and by Creative Communication, a publisher that has been working with schools and teachers in promoting writing for today's young student writers.
Christian Zlamany
St Lawrence School Christian volunteers teaching Tae Kwon Do Classes and plays both football and tennis.
Darren Warren
May V Carrigan Middle School Darren has played Pop Warner Football for over eight years. He was a three-time All New England Academic Team Award winner and a three-time All American Academic Award winner.
Domenick Zlamany
St Lawrence School Domenick enjoys football, basketball and frisbee. He was involved in Math Counts at St Lawrence School.
Michael Zannis
Shelton Intermediate School Mike Zannis has competed on a National Level in track and field since he was 10 years old. His recent accomplishments include winning the 2015 AAU Jr. Olympics Northeast Pentathlon Championship. He placed 4th in Shot Put and 5th in High Jump at the 2015 State of CT Middle School Track Championship. Mike was an Honor Roll student and a Captain of the school's track team, which went undefeated in both 2014 and 2015.
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Jonathan Altidor
St Andrew Middle School Jonathan plays the drums and can read music, he is interested in becoming a part of the Guitar Club.
Sarah Anderson
Shelton Intermediate School Sarah was honored at a ceremony on behalf of the Shelton Board of Education and the Shelton Art Department for winning the 2014 Annual Shelton Life Art Contest. She was also a student ambassador, she volunteered at vacation bible schools and loves all sports.
Matthew Blanco
Newtown Middle School Matthew plays both piano and trumpet. In 2014 he led a group of four students in creating a 10’ replica of the Marval hero, Groot.
Jennifer Cai
Queen Margaret’s School, Canada Jennifer has many talents in visual and performing arts. She received many awards as part of the Dance Society of Beijing Children’s Palace.
Anthony Caltabiano
St Catherine of Siena School Anthony currently plays basketball and soccer, but would also like to expand his athletic interests to foot-ball and baseball while at St Joe’s.
Carl Augustin
St James School Carl has diverse interests including science, technology and arts. He is interested in St Joe’s Drama club and football program.
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Jake DeLeo
West Rocks School Jake has received awards for Academic Excellence while in middle school. He plays the French Horn as well as baseball and football
Steven DeMarco
All Saints School Steven brings many talents to St Joes including sports such as basketball and fishing.
Stella Chen
Xi’an Foreign Language School Stella is a talented piano, flute, and guitar player. She likes to write music and would like to study music in the future.
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Zoe Foldesi
Hillcrest Middle School Zoe has many interests and talents to bring to the St Joes community such as singing and playing field hockey and soccer.
Gabrielle Camarro
Fairfield Woods Middle School Gabrielle enjoys cheer, drama and the arts. She looks forward to taking a Shakespeare literature course at St Joe’s.
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Alyssa Franchi
Harborside Middle School Alyssa is a talented dancer who dedicates many hours at CDC in Stratford, CT studying ballet, tap, hip hop, contemporary and Jazz. She also enjoys donating her time to different charity events, such as, Vicky Soto 5k, Relay for Life, and the Special Olympics.
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Teagan Furlong
Hillcrest Middle School Teagan has many talents to share with the St Joes community, including dance, art, makeup and fashion design as well as running cross country.
Manuel Garzon
All Saints Catholic School Manuel is involved with the robotics league at All Saints and practices martial arts.
Lindsey Gallagher
Newtown Middle School Lindsey received the 2
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Reflections Literature Writing Award. She enjoys soccer, dance, cheer and volleyball. Lindsey volunteers with the Special Olympics, Making Strides Breast Cancer Walk, March for Dimes and the Jaxxon Fundraiser.
David Greenfield
Flood Middle School David enjoys playing lacrosse and basketball. In the future, he would like to have his own business designing and customizing sports cars. His favorite subject is Mathematics.
Dharon Greenfield
Flood Middle School Dharon looks forward to becoming a part of the St Joes family and preparing for college. He also enjoys playing lacrosse and basketball.
Mia Gregoire
St Rose of Lima School Mia was awarded in both Math and Spanish for her academic achievements, consistent effort and determination. She received a Gold Cup for scoring 15 points over the course of four years in the Piano Festival at Fairfield University.
John Gasparrini
St Theresa School John participated in the Modern Woodmen of America School Speech Contest and was a finalist in 2015. He is a member of the St Theresa’s Church Choir and also plays both electric and acoustic guitar. He was the Co-Captain of the Varsity Basketball team at St Theresa School this past year and volunteered as a counselor at youth basketball camp.
Mia Gregoire
Alyssa Franchi
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St Joseph Values in Action
Tyler Higgins
St James School Tyler plays basketball, soccer and baseball. He is also a talented saxophone player.
Pierre Guirguis
St Rose of Lima School Pierre has many interests including soccer, baseball, and basketball. He has also volunteered for the car walk service at school and was a member of both the Model UN and Yearbook Clubs.
Myles Hall
Wooster Middle School Myles is a member of the National Junior Honor Society. He plays many sports including: football, basketball, soccer and baseball. He also plays the guitar and is a member of the jazz band and advanced band.
Lucas Huang
Beijing Bayi Middle School Lucas’s favorite subjects are math and science. He was also involved in the Robotics Club in middle school.
Madison Johnson
Shelton Intermediate School Madison was a member of the Photography Club at SIS and looks forward to joining the St Joe’s Drama Club.
Brendan Kade
St Lawrence School Brenden was a Boy Scout for three years. He plays baseball and basketball. He brings a variety of hobbies and interests to St Joes including his experience in the Math-
Jocelyn Li
Beijing No. 8 Middle School, Yihai Branch Jocelyn has played the violin for eight years. She likes to study chemistry and engineering.
Sophia Kirn
St Mark School Sophia enjoys gymnastics and soccer. She is a Grade 2 after-school religion teacher and a member of the National Junior Honor Society.
Angel Liu
Chengdu Experimental Foreign Language School Angel wants to be a psychologist in the future. Angel enjoys various hobbies including Latin dance, jazz, golf and volleyball.
Christine Lin
Ningbo Chunxiao Middle School Christine enjoys playing Piano, singing, writing songs and short novels.
Kayla Mackey
St Mark School Kayla was the Vice President of Emerging Leaders and a member of the National Society of Black Engineers Jr. Chapter. She participated in the 4H Club as well.
Anthony Lynch
St Catherine School Anthony plays the drums, and was the editor of the Siena Times School Newspaper. He was also a publisher, created layouts and wrote articles for the Siena Times.
Sophia Li
Wuhan Wuchang School Sophia loves playing pipa (a Chinese instrument) and practicing calligraphy.
Nicholas Macisco
Wooster Middle School Nicholas was a member of the Student Council. He has played violin for three years and was a Boy Scout 1
st Class Patrol Leader.
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John Paul Morrisey
St Catherine School John Paul was a member of the school newspaper, Student Council and Yearbook committees in middle school.
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Lauren Marcarelli
All Saints Catholic School Lauren enjoys a variety of hobbies including: baking, fishing, decorating, and fashion. She was a member of the Drama Club and likes acting, singing and dance.
Alice Maldon
St Thomas School Alice has received many awards for her accomplishments in dance, swimming, and gymnastics. She was also an Honor Roll student and was Student of the Month in Middle School.
Molly McGuinness
Fairfield Woods Middle School Molly enjoys singing, acting and chorus. She looks forward to becoming a member of the Drama Club and music programs at St Joes.
Daniel Matyszczyk
King-Robinson Magnet School Daniel broke many YMCA swimming records. He received High Honors, the Young Author Award, and was a Laureate in Polish language writing.
Emmet Matthews
St Catherine School Emmet plays the piano and enjoys theater. He looks forward to music programs and the Drama Club at St Joes. He also runs cross country and coaches soccer for students with special needs.
Jaysen Madera
Wooster Middle School Jaysen received a Certificate of Recognition in chorus and was a member of the select choir. He also enjoys drawing, football, baseball, and basketball.
Vinny Mione
St Lawrence School Vinny is very excited to start at St Joes in the fall. He looks forward to freshman football and the frisbee club.
Alexis Pennino
Fairfield Woods Middle School Alexis was involved with many clubs including: Newspaper Club, Yearbook Club, Acting Club, Cooking Club, and Chinese Club. She also enjoys dance, writing and singing.
Terri McKnight
Thurgood Marshall Middle School Terri was a member of both the Yearbook and Field Day Clubs in middle school. Terri enjoys writing poetry, dancing and playing basketball.
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Olivia Mraz
Wooster Middle School Olivia received the Presidential Gold Award and Presidential Silver Award for her accomplishments in band. She has played piano for more than eight years. She portrayed Miss Adelaide in Wooster Middle School's 2015 production of Guys and Dolls. Olivia also volunteers regularly as a pianist for the elderly.
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Gina Orazietti
Derby Middle School Gina was a member of the Student Council, Debate Team and Human Relations Club in middle school. She also plays bass and electric guitar.
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Igor Poliwoda
St Mary-St Mark School Igor received three Art Contest Awards from the Catholic War Veterans and has been involved with his middle school Drama Club for 2 years.
Jackie Palumbo
Shelton Intermediate School
Jackie Palumbo held the lead role of “Nala” in SIS’s production of “The Lion King.” She is a member of the SIS Drama Club and was previously a member of her school’s chorus. Jackie is very excited about the opportunity of being a part of the St Joseph High School Drama Club!
Chris Pirro
St Mark School Chris enjoys competitive rifle shooting and made the 2014 Connecticut All-State Rifle Team. Chris practices at Camp Perry. He also follows exotic cars.
Meghan Peters
St Rose School Meghan was involved with the Model U.N. in middle school. Her other interests include: softball, jazz, ballet and lyrical dance. She enjoys volunteering at local nursing homes.
Julia Rosati
Shelton Intermediate School Julia is an Honor Roll student and was recognized with the Consistent Effort in Science Award. She was a member of the Shelton Intermediate Jazz Choir. Julia performed at her 11th dance recital at CT Dance in Monroe in 2015.
Robert Razzaia
Shelton Intermediate School Robert enjoys playing soccer and golf. He was a member of the Computer Club at SIS.
Reid Popick
St James School Reid has won various Chess Club medals and trophies. He also enjoys playing football, soccer and basketball.
Ellie Rotunno
Hillcrest Middle School Ellie enjoys playing lacrosse and basketball. She was a singer in her middle school chorus. Ellie has earned Red Cross Certification for babysitting.
Brandon Roselli
St Mark School Brandon has played hockey for over eight years. He has volunteered as a CCD teacher and was involved in the school play in middle school.
Katelyn Santos
Cathedral Academy Katelyn enjoys playing basketball. In middle school she was also a member of the Yearbook Club.
Chris Pirro
Jackie Palumbo
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St Joseph Values in Action
Jackie Silano
Assumption School Jackie has received numerous awards for her talents in ballet, tap, jazz, hip hop, and lyrical dance.
Malena Segarra
St Jude School Malena dances for both Flashpointe Dance School and Joeffry Dance School in NYC. We hope she will bring her talents to our St Joe’s productions!
Miranda Schlate
Ludlowe Middle School Miranda is a Youth Group Leader at St Paul’s Church and had her writings published in the school journal.
Peter Sandri
St Lawrence School Peter enjoys playing ice hockey, baseball, clarinet and piano. His other interests include technology, astronomy and cartooning.
Jake Tapanes
St Rose School Jake received the Boy Scouts of America Super Achiever Award, and the America Arrow of Light Award. He participated in the CT Science and Engineering Fair of 2014 in the area of physics.
Jasmine Soto
Shelton Intermediate School Jasmine has developed her talents in dance and performing arts for over six years. We hope she will bring her knowledge and experience to our St Joe’s stage!
Colby Trembley
Ansonia Middle School Colby was the Human Relations Club Leader at AMS. He participated in musical theater and likes to sing. He received the CT Association of Schools Outstanding Arts Award in 2013.
Frank Tarantino
St Theresa School Frank plays both the piano and guitar. He is working on completing his volunteer hours toward his Eagle Scout project and enjoys basketball, baseball and karate.
Samantha Sorrentino
Shelton Intermediate School Samantha has many talents and hobbies including: cheer, softball, basketball, photography, art, and she was a member of the Philosophy Club.
Frank Shi
The Experimental High School, Beijing Normal University Frank plays piano and guitar and likes to sing. He plays soccer and his favorite subjects are math and history.
Isabella Vuoso
All Saints Catholic School Isabella plays softball and volleyball. She participated in the school play in middle school and looks forward to joining the St Joes Drama and Italian Clubs.
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Andy Wang
Shanghi No. 4 Secondary School Andy likes to play basketball and piano. His favorite subject is physics. Andy would like to major in psychology in college.
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St Joseph Values in Action
Debora Yohou
St Andrew Academy Deborah is interested in tennis, cheerleading and joining the Drama Club at St Joes.
Tyerre Williams
Love Christian Academy Tyerre plays basketball and participates in school plays. He looks forward to joining the Math Team at St Joes.
Kathryn Zito
St Lawrence School Kathryn received the Lamplight of Learning Award for Religion and the Scholar Athlete Scholarship. She is an altar server at St. Lawrence and was a member of the Yearbook Committee, Drama Club, Student Ambassadors, and played on the basketball team. She hopes to play basketball at St Joes.
Hope Zajkowski
Derby Middle School Hope was awarded for High Honors all three years in middle school. She also received the Science Award at graduation for Excellence in Science. She has helped with two community 5Ks including Derby's Best and the Eastern Run 5K, which raises money to help those affected by domestic violence.
Sky Yu
Beijing Kedi Shiyan School Sky likes to study physics, geometry and history. Sky also enjoys playing soccer.
Shirley Xia
Chengdu Experimental Foreign Languages School Shirley has played piano since the age of five. She likes to study English, biology and anatomy. Shirley would like to go to medical school in the future.
Mark Yacavone
St Catherine School Mark was a Student Council member. He also contributed to the School Newspaper and Book Club at St Catherine. He looks forward to joining the Chess Club at St Joes
Kyle Yun
Baogang No. 3 Middle School Kyle likes to study chemistry and biology. He was the Class Leader and Vice President of the Student Council in middle school.
Kathryn Zito
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Hope Zajkowski
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Our Family Keeps Getting Bigger!
Children and Grandchildren of Alums
Jesse Bike
Colleen Brown
Michael Draper
Lindsey Gallagher
Brian Gannon
Dori Grasso
Madison Johnson
Alexandra Leso
Alice Maldon
Aidan Marin
Emmet Matthews
Katherine McKeon
Ann McNeil
John Morrisey
Gillian Nemec
Gina Orazietti
Albert Paolozzi
Reid Popick
Ellie Rotunno
Kenneth Schneider
Clare Seperack
Theresa Swatt
Bryan Viglione
Hope Zajkowski
Siblings of Graduates
Monica Burns, Sibling Joseph ‘12
Claire Curry, Sibling Matt ‘15
Jakob DeBroff, Siblings Sophia ‘13, Max ‘14
Connor Duffy siblings Shannon ‘11, Clare ‘14
Hayden Falk, Sibling Tyler ‘15
Lindsey Gallagher, Siblings Daniel ‘12,
Connor ‘14
Dori Grasso, Siblings Kirsten ‘13, Sami ‘14,
Madison Johnson, Sibling Erin ‘13
Augustus LeRoux, Sibling Harrison’13
Ace Luzietti, Sibling Alexis ‘13
Anthony Lynch, Siblings Kiersten’13
and Zane ‘15
Lauren Marcarelli, Sibling Ed ‘15
Molly and Elisabeth McKenna, Sibling Colin ‘14
Jennifer McNamara, Siblings Abigail ’14,
Caitlin ‘11
Sawyer Meehan, Sibling Molly ‘14
John Morrisey, Siblings, Marcelle ‘12, Mary ‘14
Reid Popick, Sibling Ross ‘14
Melissa Psaras, Sibling George ‘13
Robert Razzaia, Sibling Nick ‘12
Kristen Robertson, Siblings Emily ‘15
Clare Seperack, Siblings Jack ‘14
Tyerre Williams, Sibling Tyshon ‘15
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Sarah Anderson, Sibling Taylor, Grade 12
Mark Arnone, Sibling SJ, Grade 12
Theodore Beyer, Sibling Tim, Grade 12
Jesse Bike, Sibling Melissa, Grade 11
Colleen Brown, Sibling Caitlin, Grade 10
Anthony Caltabiano, Sibling Krysta, Grade 12
Christina Carloni, Sibling Amelia, Grade 11
Charles Chagnon, Sibling Colleen, Grade 12
Michael Chaves, Sibling John, Grade 12
Abigail Cloud, Sibling Kara, Grade 11
Jakob DeBroff, Sibling Cecelia grade 12
Amanda Flynn, Sibling Thomas Grade 11
Zoe Foldesi, Sibling Will Grade 11
Teagan Furlong, Sibling Skyler Grade 10
Brian Gannon, Sibling Bridget Grade 10
John Gasparrini, Sibling Joseph, Grade 12
Dori Grasso, Sibling Marissa, Grade 12
Thomas Griffin, Sibling Joseph, Grade 11
Christopher Higgins, Sibling Andrew,
Grade 11
Tyler Higgins, Sibling Connor, Grade 11
Theresa Hynes, Sibling Brenna, Grade 11
Madison Johnson, Sibling Sarah, Grade 10
Aaron and Luke Kirby are twins entering
Grade 9
Our Family Keeps Getting Bigger!
Mark Leonardi, Sibling Tony, Grade 12
Thomas Luciano, Sibling Isabella, Grade 11
Molly and Elisabeth McKenna are twins entering
Grade 9, Sibling Allison, Grade 12
Ann McNeil, Sibling Maggie, Grade 12
Sawyer Meehan, Sibling Maiti, Grade 11
John Morrisey, Siblings, Patrick, Grade 12,
Frances, Grade 11
Gillian Nemec, Sibling Cassidy, Grade 12
Meghan Peters, Sibling Samantha, Grade 11
Katharine and Carolyn Riffice are twins entering
Grade 9
Kristen Robertson, Sibling Megan, Grade 11
Julia Rosati, Sibling Michael, Grade 11
Hailey Rotondo, Sibling Ralph, Grade 12
Kenneth Schneider, Sibling Hannah, Grade 11
Clare Seperack, Sibling Liam, Grade 11
Colby Trembley, Sibling Carter, Grade 12
Bryan Viglione, Sibling Jason, Grade 12
Michael Zannis, Sibling Nick, Grade 12
Kathryn Zito, Sibling Alyssa, Grade 11
Christian and Domenick Zlamany are twins
entering Grade 9
Siblings at St Joes
