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A publication dedicated to the Marian/Mater Dei Catholic High School Community

CRUSADER

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INSIDE THIS ISSUE

3 Message from the President

4 Science Academy

5 Annual Report

12 Meet the New President

14 Graduation - Class of 2012

16 Class of 2012 - Student Profiles

20 Aquatics Center

21 Distinguished Alumni

24 Alumni News

25 College Acceptances

26 Athletics

Thomas Hahn & Hollie Keene

Roman Owens, Class of 2008, receiving his diploma upon graduating from the Air force Academy.

Valedictorian & Salutatorian

Roman Owens and President Obama

“The Lord has been good to us and we are glad indeed.” Ps. 126:3

Dear Crusaders,

It is with great joy that I embrace the blessing of ministering at Mater Dei Catholic High School. I have had the great privilege of knowing and working with both of my predecessors, Dr. Estelle Kassebaum and Mr. Thomas Beecher.

and vision for Catholic education at Marian/Mater Dei Catholic High School in the Diocese of San Diego, and to carry on the torch that will light the path for many generations to come.

As you browse through this issue of the Crusader Connection, I encourage you to remember that a Crusader was an individual who made a vow to wear the cross of Christ and was thus considered a soldier for the Church. A cross is not meant to be just a precious piece of jewelry or a nice relic in our wallet, it represents our willingness to make the mandate of Christ to love one another a reality. We, as proud Crusaders, are called to be the presence of Christ for those around us... right here, right now, bringing to table the time, talents and resources that God has given us. We come just as we are to be witnesses of love, for Christ.

May the blessing of another school year be a new opportunity for each one of us to hold on tight to the hand of our Blessed Mother, Mary. May the knowledge and understanding of our dignity of children of God and of sons and daughters of Mary, carry us through our journey with joy and peace; so that we can make a difference in the world, because we go forth in the name of Christ.

You are in my prayers,

Sister Lilia M. Barba, SJS MDCHS President

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FROM THE PRESIDENT

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Rev. Peter McGuine, Chairperson

Steven Boudreau, Esq.

Ms. Linda Bugelli

Heidi Chokeir, Ph.D.

Mr. Thomas Finch ‘82

Rev. Luke Jauregui

Mr. Daniel O’Neal

Sr. Maria Paz Uribe, SJS

Carlos Varela, Esq. ‘89

Mrs. Frances Wright

Sr. Lilia Barba, SJS, Ex-Officio

Mr. George Milke, Ex-Officio

Mr. Thomas C. Beecher, Ex-Officio

BOARD OF DIRECTORS

1615 Mater Dei DriveChula Vista, CA 91913

ph: 619.423.2121w w w.materdeicathol ic .org

The Crusader Connection is published two times per year by Mater Dei Catholic High School. Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy and completeness of this publication. Please accept our apologies for any errors or omissions and report them to John Rey at (619) 621-5705 or [email protected].

Director of Publications: John ReyGraphic Design/Photography: Aubrey HodgesPrinter: Kings PrintingA special thank you to those who took the extra time to write the articles.

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S C I E N C E AC A D E M Y

Suzanne M. Till, Ph.D.

Dr. Till graduated in 2000 with a Ph.D. in Water Resources Geography from the University of Colorado, Boulder. She has over ten years of experience in teaching Environmental Science and Geospatial Technologies, along with managing habitat restoration projects. Dr. Till’s publications result from her collaborative research with U.S. and Mexican college students concerning urban watersheds, water quality and wetlands restoration. A publication addressing the development of the Alamar River in Tijuana into an urban river park garnered her an award from the United Nations Environmental Programme. As watershed coordinator for the Southern California Wetlands Recovery Project, Dr. Till managed wetlands restoration projects and budgets throughout San Diego County. The average budget for a typical wetlands restoration project she managed was $1,500,000. In 2011, Dr. Till received a grant from the State of California to create climate change curriculum and student experiments for San Diego County teachers. Dr. Till is an outdoor scientist, so Mater Dei students can expect to spend a lot of time

as the San Diego Maritime Museum and the San Diego Natural History Museum.

USD’s “Walk on Water” competition for Physics and Engineering.

of Astronomy, Climate Change, Oceanography and Watershed Science in the San Diego region and other places such as Alaska.

experts in order that Science Academy students can conduct research in Biomechanics and Sports Statistics to improve the performance of Mater Dei Athletics programs.

Education to develop a Geography and Technology class for students to better understand Science and Technology in a globalizing economy.

chemistry of trash waste (especially plastics) in our oceans.

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2 0 1 1 - 2 0 1 2 A N N UA L R E P O R T

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TUITION 6,408,072 FEES 661,106 AUXILIARY SERVICES 108,130 ATHLETICS 67,487 DEVELOPMENT & FUNDRAISING 612,494 INVESTMENTS 32,687 FACILITIES LEASING 391,536 TOTAL REVENUE $ 8,281,512

THE PER STUDENT GAP (@670 STUDENTS) $ 1,809 THE GAP BETWEEN TUITION & FEES INCOME AND TOTAL EXPENSES $ 1,212,334TUITION & FEES COVER ONLY 85% OF EXPENSES

76%

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SALARIES & BENEFITS 4,544,264 ADMIN/STUDENT/PTG/RECRUITING/MISC. 697,083 EDUCATIONAL MATERIALS & RESOURCES 238,747 ATHLETICS 241,826 AUXILIARY SERVICES 78,134 DEVELOPMENT 60,352PLANT OPERATIONS/MAINTENANCE/RESERVE 2,335,776 DEBT SERVICE 85,330

TOTAL EXPENSE $ 8,281,512

STUDENTS APPROVED FOR TUITION ASSISTANCE: 284 TOTAL TUITION ASSISTANCE GRANTED $ 1,195,135 AVERAGE PER STUDENT AWARD $ 4,208

FOUNDERSRoman Catholic Diocese of San DiegoALSAM Foundation Sam and Aline Skaggs Susie S. Balukoff Claudia S. Luttrell Don L. Skaggs Mark S. Skaggs

PRESIDENT’S SOCIETYdonations of $1,000 - $4,999

Barnhart Balfour BeattySteven & Sue BoudreauNed & Anne ChambersClass of 1966Eastlake Youth Football & Cheer AssociationWilliam & Elizabeth GerkenJames & Katherine GillcristJeffrey & Tina HustonKings PrintingKOHL’SEmil & Rose KrejciMark LaRiviereWilliam ‘82 & Teressa LyonsJames Moran DDS ‘68Walter & Maxine OttePrincell Insurance Services IncSempra EnergySun Valley Dental CareValleyCrest CompaniesRon & Betsy VernettiWells Fargo Foundation - Educational Matching Gift Program

Jody BalestrieriMary ‘65 & John BixbyRichard & Mary CainDiane & David CanedoJesus & Flor DelgadilloThomas ‘82 & Andrea FinchIrving & Liza GalonLuis & Laura GonzalezGoodrich, Rohr Employees’ Will-Share Club Charity FundMiguel & Maria GranadosIsmael & Lizette HernandezJohn HobanRuth JudgeLane & Gaby LitkeIgnacio & Sheila MartinezPatricia McGregorBarbara ‘73 & Wade McKnightGeorge & Virginia MilkeGeorge & Jeanne Milke II ‘72 -’73Arturo & Maricela MurilloFrancisco & Lorena PalacioTeresa Pappas ‘73Prime SportsEdward & Elizabeth ReidyDolores RobertsonGilberto & Eneeth RoblesDavid & Sandra RodriguezJean RubanoDennis & Fay RyanViola Sanchez ‘81Robert & Terri SartorLeslie & Norma Schubert JrGregory & Dorothy SmythEdward SpriggsSycuan ResortRomualdo & Carmelita UyMichael & Kellie Vogt

CRUSADER CLUBdonations of $100 - $399

Eugene & Margarita AdamFidel & Imelda AlmazanCresencia & Alberto Angeles Paul Anonymous

Anamaria & Jim AnthonyMichael & Anita BarlettaCynthia BarmanIvan & Blanca BarreraThomas BeecherBlessed Sacrament ParishBrinker InternationalLucila & Juan BrizRebecca & Kevin BrownLinda BugelliCalifornia Candids/Classic Photography Arthur Calvert SrJessie & Robin CampbellAlejandra Carranza ‘89Joseph & Eileen CartonPaul & Alexandria CassaniGerarda & Marbel CastanedaBenjamin & Martha CastorenaCharles Schwab FoundationJuan & Maria ChavarriaKaren Chudy ‘68Corpus Christi Catholic ParishGordon ‘74 & Terri DayMichael Duckham ‘73Douglas & Leticia FaucherLidio & Regina FernandesCesareo & Jacqueline Fernandez Steven & Karen FreitasFrank GarciaIgnacio & Gloria GarridoGaskill Paint Company, Inc.Allen & Wendy Gates ‘77-’75Bienvenido & Sheila GoMargarita GonzalezJames Grady ‘73Marie Elaine GuilasEvelito & Rosemarie GuzmanErnesto & Elvigia HabanaThomas & Sally HardinEnrique & Berenice HawleyMarla HealyHellenic Construction Co.Margarita HernandezNancy HittnerRocio ‘81 & John Hodges

H O N O R R O L L O F D O N O R S


HERITAGE SOCIETYdonations of $5,000 +

Baker Family Scholarship Fund Frontera International, Inc., Border Distribution DivisonMaria ‘81 & John RobertsStephen & Mary Birch Foundation, Inc.Jeffrey & Lorrilee Weller

BLUE & GOLD CLUBdonations of $400 - $999

Anonymous

Jacqueline IzabalRicardo & Darlene JimenezRosemary Keane ‘80James & Michele KelleyMsgr. Raymond KirkElizabeth La CostaJeffery ‘69 & Mary LewisDavid & Elisa Licht

Michael Logue

Victor & Theresa Lopez

Carlos & Liliana Madrazo

Adolfo & Fabiola Martinez

Miguel & Sandra Martinez

Mel & Teresa McBroome

Sergio & Lydia MedinaDaniel & Alma MedranoMesa Gateway/Greitzer Brokers, Inc. Ines MondragonTerry & Lisa O’RourkeSteven ‘79 & Evette Otte Our Lady of Guadalupe ParishAnthony & Christine PapapietroBenedicto & Ana ParadelaJusto & Stella PardoRichard & Joy ParrellaEduardo & Gabriela Luz Pedrero Rollin & Felicia PeoplesMichelle PieraldeHarris Quesnell ‘64Jose Ivan & Jeanette QuicenoEdward & Deborah QuigleySteven & Brenda RamosCharles & Michelle RatcliffGary Reneau ‘73Gregg Reneau ‘73 John ReyAdalberto & Gloria RoblesAlejandro & Alma RochaHugo Roji ‘88Ignacio & Sandra RomoSacred Heart Catholic ChurchIleana SalazarMike & Boushra SalemDaniel & Yolanda SanchezChris Schnitzius

H O N O R R O L L O F D O N O R S

Michael SextonDonald & Maria SirekSister Servants of the Blessed SacramentGregory Smyth ‘89Mario & Edith SotoSouth Bay FenceSt. Jude Shrine of the WestFrank StingoJudith & Michael Strauss ‘81TargetCraig & Mary ThrasherVictor & Narda TorresScott UllspergerEfrain & Lucilla ValdezCarlos & Erika VillegasMichael WallgrenYMNETGary ‘89 & Carol YoumansEleanor Zizka ‘65

FRIENDdonations up to $99

Veronica ‘72 & Jeffrey AndreoliMary AndrewsJorge & Laura ArredondoAngel BeltranBank of America United Way CampaignArturo & Carmen BlancasOscar & Elena CabreraJoaquin & Lisa CamposAntonio & Maria CarrilloMichael Carton ‘11Sergio & Eva ChavezMargo Clark Floquet ‘67Mikayla Conlin ‘11Laura Contreras ‘11Domonic Cruz ‘98Francis DerbyTim Dougherty-SandersEstablished Merchant FocusCarlos & Sandra GageAndrew & Elva Gonzalez

Martha GraciaRobert & Lenore HaackAlbert & Lee HalffBlanca HerreraMary HuntJesus & Sonia JaquezAbigail Juarez ‘11Sherolyn & Michael KelleherFrances Lopez ‘11Raymond Lugo ‘11Ana Gabriela Madrigal ‘11Ana Paola Madrigal ‘11Marissa Marchesano ‘11Alejandro Martinez ‘11Andrea Martinez-Casillas ‘11Valeria Martinez-Favela ‘11Raul & Karen MayorEric & Janee MirandaTerry Nolen-RoseJonathan OakmanSalvador & Ana Maria OrozcoMartha OstranderPanda Restaurant GroupMary Pappagianis ‘72Michael Parisi ‘70Gabriel Ramirez ‘11Jesus Ramos ‘11Ramon Ros Jr. ‘11Alexander Sadighi ‘11Francisco Salas ‘11Enrique & Maria SalcedoSt. Martin of Tours ParishTony & Lisa StornioloFlorencia Tena ‘11Roy & Mary VasquezRoy VasquezAnthony WarnerPeter Wraith ‘73The Jacket Place Trust


GOLF TOURNAMENT SPONSORSStoke Roberts & Wagner A Law CorporationFrontera International Inc. Border Distribution Division

TEE SPONSORSDave KassebaumCorpus Christi ParishJH Cohn LLP.St. Jude’s Shrine of the WestAramarkThe Princell FamilyValleyCrest LandscapingABC Charter Services, LLC, (California Fun Rides)Martinez Supply

G O L F TO U R N A M E N T

Gary Youmans ‘69Sacred Heart Parish, CoronadoTony Powell, Marrokal Design & RemodelingRCP Block and BrickThe Gerken Family, Liz, Bill, Amy and Natalie ‘00Balfour Beatty ConstructionYMNet, Inc.Evelito & Rosemarie Guzman Family

GOLF GOODIESPrincell FamilyValley Crest LandscapeBonita Golf ClubWoody Keeran ‘77

BEVERAGE CARTBalfour Beatty Construction

DONATIONS AND GIFTS IN KINDBonita Golf ClubMDCHS ASB StoreMDCHS Booster ClubSycuan ResortChula Vista Golf CourseEastlake Golf ClubMary and Richard Cain FamilyMor FurnitureCapt. and Mrs. W. J. Gerken, USN/RetGTS (Golf Tournament Specialists)RCP Block and BrickTribal Gear - Carl Arellano ‘77


“Garden of Remembrance”

M E M O R I A L B R I C K SHarold & Virgina AndreoliSteve AshcraftThomas A. BalestrieriManuel BanalesCharlotte V. BeecherNoli A. BensanJack BlakelyStephen CallowConnie and Joe CanedoJoseph A. CanedoJorge Abel CardonaBen CarrierAlfonso CasillasHenry & Joan ChudyDulin & Virginia CoveyFred D’Acquisto, Sr.Gerardo & Severina De MesaDick & Ronnie DrosselAntoinette “Toni” DunhamBeatriz Mary DunhamRay & Loretta EckesMary A. EndsleyMarvin FinchJeanette & Bud GallagherAlberto GallegosMarty R. GarciaValentine & Annabel GerkenAlicia GiandoniManuel & Piedad GonzalezRaul & Mary Helen GonzalezTom Harkness ‘64Jesus (Jesse) Hernandez ‘77Ana Luisa HerreraRon HillsberyPaul V. Hoban ‘73 Master MarinerBarbara J. HodgesJohn William HustonCarlos Daniel JimenezJerry JudgeRosa KaloyanDr. Estelle L. KassebaumMr. & Mrs. Louis KassebaumDortha G. KassebaumTeresa Kayachanian Bobby KeyesEd & Helen Kostelnik

Edward F. KuzukianReverend Earl W. LaRiviereChristine Marie LaRiviereThomas LopezJon-Jon LunaPat MacCarthyJose Luis Rivas MarentesJoseph F. McGregorAbilio (Abel) MendesG.G. MoranWilliam Patrick MoranJose & Cesarea MorenoBill & Mary MurphyJohn W. NovobilskyThomas Walter Otte’ 77Francisco & Elvira PadresCristina O. ParedesPatrick J. PatekDolores Elena PaulauskisJohn R. PerezThomas Petrone, Jr.Frances Helen PittsDale PowersDom and Helen PretzieJoe Raef, Class of ‘74Joseph Ruiz RenteriaMr. & Mrs. Lawrence Rhein

Joe L. RojasEsperanza C. RojasTeresa H. Rojas Teresita Rojas HdzAgustin Rojas IKatherine Ann RubanoOtila SalazarAndy Sanchez Luis Sanchez-CortezMr. & Mrs. Fred SchweihoferWilfred & Amelia SearcyMary P. Slovinsky-RocheJohn “Sully” SullivanLuis Jorge TereBuster & Mildred Lee ThrasherJames P. TollefsonSabel TolosaPete Torrez

Rose TorrezLeon TuttleJohn VernettiMr & Mrs. Harvey Westrick, Sr.Belen. D. YapLeonardo D. YapRommel Schroeder YarzaMarian Class of 1989Marian’s Founding Parents 1964-1966Sisters of Mercy The Kohrman-Weller FamilyVictims of Abortion

Dr.K as s ebaum Scho l a r sh ip Fund


Rev. Msgr. John E. Baer Marian High School 1st Principal: 1960-1962Vy. Rev. J. Walsh Murray Marian High School 2nd Principal: 1962-1964Rev. Leo Lanphier Marian High School 4th Principal: 1965-1968Mr. John G. Appel, Jr. Marian High School 6th Principal: 1973-1981Rev. John Pejza, OSA Marian High School 7th Principal: 1981-1983

PAST PRINCIPALS

07/01/2011Beginning Balance 176,296.87

Contributions 28,432.00Distributions (Scholarships, etc.) 14,250.00Interest 6,285.80

06/30/2012Ending Balance 196,764.67

MEET THE

I served as principal of Vincent Memorial Catholic High School from 1999 – 2012.

I embraced the prospect to minister at Mater Dei Catholic High School because adoration of the Blessed Sacrament and Catholic Education of children is the charism of my congregation. Bishop Brom asked my Provincial superior, Sister Maria Paz Uribe, SJS, if I could serve as President at MDCHS, and I accepted because I believe it is God’s will for me to assume this new assignment.


What I most look forward to is to get to know and love the school community at MDCHS, to promote the love of Jesus in the Blessed Sacrament, and to give of myself wholeheartedly to continue the mission of Marian/Mater Dei Catholic High School.

One of the greatest challenges that I believe Marian/Mater Dei, and Catholic education in general currently faces, is the desire to make Catholic secondary education available to as many young individuals as possible, especially to those who really long to be part of this wonderful school community.

What I will miss most about Vincent Memorial Catholic High School is my Vincent ‘family.’ VMCHS has shaped who I am as a leader, as a Religious sister, and as a human being.

My primary role as president of Marian/Mater Dei Catholic

advancement of Catholic secondary education in the Diocese of San Diego.

During the time I served as a principal at Vincent Memorial Catholic High School I was responsible for the overall program, including Catholic identity, organization for student learning, student services, curriculum and instruction, athletics,

In a school with a President/Principal model these areas are

Sister Lilia Mercedes Barba, SJS

Current President Sister Lilia M. Barba, SJS

Former President Mr. Thomas Beecher and

Sister Lilia Mercedes Barba, SJS, was born in Tepatitlan, Jalisco, Mexico. In 1982 she joined the community of the Sister Servants of the Blessed

NEW PRESIDENT


organized differently. While both the president and principal guard the Catholicity and mission of the school, the president directs the administration, public relations and institutional advancement; and the principal oversees the functionality of the day-to-day curricular and extracurricular activities, faculty, parents and students wellbeing.

I was blessed to be a member of the MDCHS WCEA/WASC Accrediting team in the fall of 2011. During that time I became somewhat familiar with the school community; however, I never imagined I would have the opportunity to become part of it. Recently, I have been able to meet with the faculty and staff, School Board, other personnel and some students. I have received a very warm, positive welcome. I perceive a Christ-like spirit of collaboration and commitment to Catholic education from the administration and employees, and a sense of wonder

the campus.

Both my short-term as well as my long-term goals will come

as the needs of the school. Although I have great dreams and visions for the future of this Catholic high school, I believe God

through to follow His will. All I want to do is to love and to

school, and to make Christ present in the lives of our students.

Sister Guadalupe Hernandez, SJS will take over as principal of Vincent Memorial Catholic High School. She was previously serving as a principal at Our Lady of Guadalupe School in

always willing to give her best for the service of God, to make Jesus in the Blessed Sacrament known and loved. Sister ‘Lupita’ will continue to have a great vision for Vincent Memorial Catholic High School and for the future of Catholic education in the Imperial Valley.

Pope Benedict XVI, in his address to Catholic school educators

in the United States in 2008 stated that every young person “deserves an education in faith, which in turn nurtures the soul of a nation.” I truly believe in Catholic education. Through the years I have witnessed the miracles that happen everyday in the hearts of people when they acknowledge God’s presence and strive to become Christ-like. I have seen the sparkle in the eyes of Catholic school educators, parents, and students when they realize the dimension of the love of God in their lives. Catholic schools are not only important; they are an essential instrument in the church and our society through which faith and values, along with curricular excellence, genuinely ‘nourish the soul of our nations.’

One of the greatest satisfactions of ministering to high school students is the opportunity I have to witness the awesome transformation of a child into an adolescent, and then a young adult. It is so amazing to share in their passion for life, their desire to succeed, their hunger for God, their questions and answers… even their broken hearts at times. In a world that can so be so challenging, it is so good to try to help students believe that the sky is the limit, and that with God, and holding the hand of our Blessed Mother Mary, anything is possible.

Thomas Beecher, Sr. Lilia Mercedes Barba, SJS and George Milke


Class of 2012



Attended 8th grade at: Mount Helix Academy

Anticipated Major:I plan on studying something in Engineering

“ My experience at Mater Dei has really prepared me for a constantly changing world. The Science Academy and the Math Department have

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Attended 8th grade at: Mount Helix Academy

Anticipated Major: I plan on studying Microbiology

“ The thought of entering High School was terrifying; however, the community at Mater Dei welcomed me, I made many friends. The

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Attended 8th grade at: St. Rose of Lima

Anticipated Major: I plan on studying Human

Biology and Society.

“I truly enjoyed my time at Mater Dei and know I am prepared to continue my

through the Science Academy.”

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Attended 8th grade at:Parkway Middle School

Anticipated Major: I am currently undecided with an emphasis in Science.

“Mater Dei has been an incredible experience for me, helping me grow into the person I am today. Because of the academics & the close community here at MD, I have learned valuable skills that will take me far in life and formed many solid friendships. Thank you, Mater Dei, for a wonderful four years.”

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Brianna Truffa

Attended 8th grade at: Rancho del Rey Middle School

Anticipated Major: I plan on studying Biomedical Engineering

“Mater Dei has helped me become who I am, both in my personal life and academics. Through the many experiences I encountered at Mater Dei,

I grew spiritually, mentally, physically and academically. I would never trade my experiences at Mater Dei.”

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Attended 8th grade at: St. Didicus

Anticipated Major: I plan on studying Biology.

“Mater Dei gave me so many opportunities to succeed, both inside and outside the classroom. These experiences will guide me to become an individual who cares about the world around them.”

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Attended 8th grade at: Warren Walker Middle School

Anticipated Major: I plan on studying Government and Legal Studies.

“It has been an incredible two years here. The teachers have become like my family. My experiences at Mater Dei will translate well into my future life. I have great ambitions, but Mater Dei has helped prepare me to face the world. ”

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Jack Fernandez


Anticipated Major: I plan on double majoring in

Apparel Merchandising & Management as well as Sociology.

“My spiritual life at Mater Dei has given me the foundation I need to continue to stay true to myself and my faith. Thank you Mater Dei for the memories that will last forever.”

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Teresa Padilla

Fernando Gonzalez

Attended 8th grade at: Highland Prince Academy

Anticipated Major: I plan on studying Chemistry.

“ My experience at Mater Dei has been interesting and unique. Mater Dei has helped me grow in faith and to plan for my future.”

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Attended 8th grade at:Mt. Helix Academy

Anticipated Major: I plan on studying EnvironmentalStudies.

“Mater Dei gave me an education that created so many possibilities for a great future. While I was here, I made a lot of great friends and I know I am a better person for knowing them and having attended Mater Dei. ”



Anticipated Major: I will be studying Psychology.

“ These past four years at Mater Dei have truly impacted my life by helping me become a well rounded individual. I have gained the qualities needed to succeed

had the opportunity to attend Mater Dei and I will never forget all of the wonderful people I met.”

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Anticipated Major: I will be studying Psychobiology.

“ My time at Mater Dei helped me grow so much, both personally and academically. Its opportunities gave me the chance and space to grow to my fullest potential.

Mater Dei prepared me to achieve my dreams.”



The Mater Dei Catholic High School Aquatics Center has completed the campus’ growth plan, with the grand opening of the Aquatics Center on February 24, 2012 via Fr. Patrick Wainwright’s blessing and Mr. Beecher’s cutting of the ribbon.

Since that Friday, many events, activities and swim

in the spring. All of our swim programs are ecstatic to have their own facility in lieu of traveling off-campus to practice and swim against other schools at Parks & Recreation facilities.

We were pleased to host this year’s Metro Conference Swim Championships. It was truly a beautiful site watching over 300 athletes and spectators enjoying our pristine facility.

Not to be outdone, our AP Physics & Physics classes competed in our 1st annual “Cardboard Boat Regatta.” All students designed, engineered and constructed their

Scott Wright, Thomas Hahn, Caleb Galvez and Alex Marquez were crowned the winners, as they had the winning time in successfully navigating the length of the

AQUATICS CENTER

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DISTINGUISHED


On Friday, March 16, 2012, four alumni, a beloved friend of Marian/Mater Dei Catholic and a husband and wife team received the Distinguished Crusader Award in the foyer of the Dr. Estelle Kassebaum Theater. This award is given to those individuals, both alumni and others who have demonstrated exceptional service to their faith, community and/or Alma mater. This year’s recipients were:

Maria received her BA in Political Science from the University of San Diego in 1985 and then traveled to England to study and received a Diploma from the Institute of International and Comparative Law Program at Oxford University. She received her law degree from USD in 1988. Besides being a shareholder and managing partner for the Law Firm of Stokes, Roberts & Wagner, she was a member of the general counsel for the Diocese of

Chapter. She remains active in the community and has represented her alma mater in a superb manner since graduation.

Steve graduated from Utah State University as an Academic All-American in Football. He received his BA in Social Studies and a Masters in History. Following a family

Sheriff’s department since 1981. He has extensively worked in the area of narcotics and

school and college level to include a year at Marian in 1977.

Mary has been an active member of the South Bay Community throughout her career. After raising her two daughters, Mary went back to SDSU and graduated Magna Cum Laude in 1989. She was a councilwoman for the City of Chula Vista and most recently a State Assemblywoman. She has served on numerous boards and foundations locally and throughout San Diego. She is on the ballot again this fall for City Council seat for the City of Chula Vista.

FORMER ASSEMBLYWOMAN MARY CASILLAS SALAS, CLASS OF 1966

SHERIFF DETECTIVE STEVE REED, C L A S S O F 1 9 6 9

MARIA DUNHAM ROBERTS, C L A S S O F 1 9 8 1

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Dr. Estelle Kassebaum became the principal at Marian Catholic. Dave has been an

campuses. Attending many events such as sports, drama, talent shows and culture nights, he has continually supported Crusader sports teams and other co-curricular activities,

loudest cheerleader.

Dr. Bajo passed away in 2008 and Sarah passed away in February of this year. Their love and dedication to their faith and beliefs was the strength in raising their 15 children. All of their children graduated from Marian. Their continued support of the church, Marian Catholic and the community through numerous and generous efforts made the Bajo name

Bajo Gymnasium at Marian Catholic High School.

Chuck recently retired after 29 years as a Master Gunnery Sergeant in the USMC, serving his country in both peace time and war. He received the Bronze Star with Combat “V” for heroism as a sniper team leader in the Battle of Najaf in Iraq. Even with his many

America” in support of wounded warriors and the Semper Fi Fund. His love of country and community is nothing less than exemplary.

CHARLES “CHUCK” PADILLA, CLASS OF 1982

DR. MICHAEL AND MRS. SARAH BAJO

DAVID K ASSEBAUM

Distinguished Crusader Award PresentationFriday, March 15, 2013 at 6:30 PM in the foyer of the Dr. Estelle Kassebaum Theater.

36th Annual Crusader Golf Tournament Sunday, October 21, 2012 at 1:00 PM Shotgun start at Bonita Golf Club. Four person best ball scramble format.

H o m e c o m i n g 2 0 1 2 Friday, October 5, 2012 at 7:00 PM Football vs. San Ysidro High School followedby all Class Reunion party in the Bosco Center Gym.

Crusader Sports Hall of FameThursday, October 4, 2012 at 6:30 PM in the foyer of the Bosco Center.

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ALUMNI NEWS


It is my pleasure to assume the role as Alumni Association President. It is hard to believe that it has been over 20 years since I graduated from Marian Catholic, and as all of us proud Crusaders I remained active and loyal as

I hope I can count on all of you to help execute our new creative ideas for our upcoming year. I ask for your support in the focus of our new Marian Mater Dei Alumni Association; as we strive to achieve

in the representation of every past, present and future alumni of our great Alma Mater.

into the Crusader Sports Hall of Fame and the second year of the Distinguished Crusader Awards. This is the third year that the Alumni Association has awarded scholarships to incoming freshmen whose parent(s) are Crusader Alumni. Each of the incoming freshmen listed below received a $500 scholarship for their freshman year.

It is only through the generosity of Crusader Alumni that we are able to help with alumni scholarships to MDCHS. Please think about making a donation to the Crusader Alumni Association to support these scholarships. Homecoming is just around the corner with the Crusader Sports Hall of Fame Induction on Thursday, October 4, at 6:30 PM, in the foyer of the Bosco Center. Homecoming is the next night with our Crusaders taking on San Ysidro High School in football at 7 PM, followed by the alumni party in the Bosco Center gym. The 36th Annual Crusader Golf Tournament is on Sunday, October 21, at Bonita Golf Club. More information is available about these and other events by going to the Alumni Portal of the school’s web site. The Alumni Association is here to provide Value, Support and create Loyalty among all Marian/Mater Dei Alumni. If you would like to become more involved or have suggestions for the Alumni Association, please let me know. You can also get information and connect with fellow alumni via our “Marian and Mater Dei Crusaders Alumni Association” page on Facebook. It is a great time to become involved, continue the Crusader tradition and help make a difference.

Truly yours,

Jose Iniguez ’90, PresidentMarian Mater Dei Alumni Association

Dear Fellow Crusaders

C L A S S O F 2 0 1 2 CO L L E G E ACC E P TA N C E S

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ATHLETICS 2 0 1 2

B o y s Te n n i s

The girls varsity basketball team once again won the Mesa League title for the fourth year in a row and continued its unbeaten home winning streak since the school has been open. The team traveled to top competitive tournaments in Arizona and Los Angeles. The team will lose 5 seniors to graduation, but will have a strong crop of incoming freshmen joining the team next season. The team was led by (Junior) Brittani Lusain,(Sophomore) Kandiss Barber, (Senior) Cardedra Evans and (Junior) Alexandria Young (who has verbally committed to a basketball scholarship to the University of San Diego). These

and sophomore Olusola Smith to the second team. The team

G i r l s B a s k e t b a l l

The team had it’s best season ever last year. Our top singles players, Adolfo Martinez (Jr) and Luis Lopez(Fr) were both perfect with 30-0 records. In the League Singles Playoffs, they both won all of their matches and found themselves playing against each other. After two sets they were split at 1-1. Adolfo won the third set, leaving us with the two best singles players in the league. Our number three singles player was Vicente Lopez who ended the season with a winning record of 26-4. In almost all of the ten matches, we won nine singles points. After nine matches, we had 8 wins - 1 loss, so the championship

moments. Alex Marquez and Bernardo Nunez played very well as our number one doubles team and Diego Llamas and Arturo Blancas played well in the number two doubles spot. Both Adolfo and Luis will return next season along with many other


The Lady Crusaders softball team had set the bar high with back to back titles in 2010 and 2011. Thus, the quest for the “3 peat“ began. The 2012 season brought great promise with a strong returning presence of seniors and juniors. The sophomore class had a year of experience under its belt and the freshman class brought more promise than in past years. These expectations did not disappoint as the

going undefeated in the playoffs and outscoring their opponents 33 to 7 on the way to claim their third straight CIF division title. The Lady Crusaders are one of only four teams to ever win three straight

S O F T B A L L 3 - P E AT !


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A D M I S S I O N S C A L E N D A ROpen House One

Saturday, October 20, 201210:00 am – Noon in the Lima CenterAll prospective families welcome

8th Grade Visitation Day TwoWednesday, October 3, 20129:00 am – 11:45 amProspective 8th Grade StudentsBegins and ends in the Lima Center Lunch included

8th Grade Visitation Day OneWednesday, September 26, 20129:00 am – 11:45 amProspective 8th Grade StudentsBegins and ends in the Lima Center Lunch included

8th Grade Visitation Day ThreeWednesday, October 24, 20129:00 am – 11:45 amProspective 8th Grade StudentsBegins and ends in the Lima Center Lunch included

8th Grade Visitation Day FourWednesday, November 13, 20129:00 am – 11:45 amProspective 8th Grade StudentsBegins and ends in the Lima Center Lunch included

Open House TwoSaturday, January 19, 201310:00 am – Noon in the Lima CenterAll prospective families welcome

Prospective Parent Informational Night

Wednesday, January 23, 20136:30 pm – 7:30 pm in the Lima CenterAll prospective families welcome

High School Placement Test Saturday, January 26, 2013 7:45 am – 11:30 am Application Fee $50

RSVP’s are required for these events. Please contact Roy Vasquez in the Admissions Office at (619) 423-2121 ext 106 or email rvasquez@materdeicatholicorg. To schedule a school tour contact Margie Hernandez at (619) 423-2121 ext 128 or email [email protected]

Documents

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