Four bands featuring Prep alumni performed on April 26th to successfully raise over $500 for the Global Mission Fund. The bands and players involved were:Roamer  (Matt Sather ’93), Steep Grade (Rob Maresca ’00) Grey Flannel Insurance (Joe Farrell ’00, Evan Marsillio ’00, Jay Mis ’98) and Talking to Walls (Brian Kelly ’94).

At 10:30 pm on May 3rd, Father Jack Hanwell SJ, President, pulled the winning raffle ticket at the annual Spring Dinner. The winner was Bill Dully ’81, who resides in California. Congratulations, Bill!

Directed by Ms. Alecia Watson, Coordinator of the SEED Program, 12 rising juniors and seniors in the program had the opportunity to visit 11 historically black colleges and universities (HBCU) in the south. The colleges visited were: Tennessee State University, Fisk University, Winston Salem University, Benedict College, Claflin University, South Carolina State University, Johnson C. Smith University, Virginia Union, North Carolina State University, Morehouse College and Clark Atlanta. In addition they had the opportunity to visit the Martin Luther King grave-site as well as the Coca Cola Industry.

Pictured from left to right: Oule Otunba-Payne , Pierre Barthelemy , Joshus Villafane, Dovid Patrick James Appiah-Pippm, Michael Johnson, Christopher Brown, Joshua White, Tyrell Ballard, Corbin Jackson, Nathan Tulloch, Jahmel Rollins.

Seniors Terry Keegan, captain of the Tennis Team and Rowan Kane, captain of the Rugby Team have been named SCC Scholar-Athletes of the Month. Student athletes who are selected must be a varsity letter winner and have a 3.0/B average while demonstrating leadership qualities such as: being a positive role model; helping teammates overcome adversity; showing a commitment to self-improvement; or putting the needs of the team before themselves.  Recipients receive a certificate, commemorative tee-shirt and a SportsCenter of Connecticut activity pass.

Pictured L to R: Mr. Robert Harris, Athletic Director, Terry Keegan, Rowan Kane and Dr. Robert Perrotta, Principal.

Three art students submitted work to the SCC Conference Arts Exhibition that took place April 22nd at the Creative Arts Workshop in New Haven. Stephen Kupchick, senior, won an Honorable Mention. The other two students, Domingo Perez and Brendan Bercik, both sophomores, will have their work along with Stephen’s displayed at the Workshop. Stephen Kupchick’s pen and ink self portrait is shown at left.

Brendan Bercik, was named as one of the Graphic Design Honorees at the Regional Anti-Tobacco Efforts awards ceremony held on May 1st at the Burroughs Community Center in Bridgeport. Brendan’s Graphic design entry winner is shown at right.

Fairfield Prep held its first two night sophomore retreat April 24-26 at Wisdom House in Litchfield, CT. This retreat allowed the students to focus on their on their relationship with God, their family, their friends, and self. Students who participated were: Dan Mulligan, Spencer Sodakoff, Tom Gaudett, Josh White, Brian Hendrie, Christian Mead, Carl Buckis, Rob Menegay, Matt Benedetto, Kristof Toth, and Corbin Jackson. Student leaders were Andrew Gorzkowski, John McKissick, Mike Miles, and Rob Nayden. Faculty/Staff leaders were Mr. Olmstead, Fr. Ryan, and Mr. Gualtiere.

Four bands featuring Prep alumni are performing to raise funds to benefit the important mission trips sponsored by Fairfield Prep. The bands and players include:

Roamer  (Matt Sather ’93)
Steep Grade (Rob Maresca ’00)
Grey Flannel Insurance (Joe Farrell ’00, Evan Marsillio ’00, Jay Mis ’98)
Talking to Walls (Brian Kelly ’94)

Everyone in the Prep Community is invited.

Saturday, April 26th, 7pm

Viva Zapata
530 Riverside Ave.
Westport, CT 06880

$15.00 admission

The Prep community gathered on April 8th for a special Easter Season mass, celebrated by Bishop Lori and the Jesuit priests serving Fairfield Prep. The Bishop blessed a special chair to be used at liturgies, and inspired the Prep students to stand strong in their faith, following the leadership of St. Stephen, one of the first martyrs. Father Hanwell gave Bishop Lori a plaque commemorating the Fairfield Prep Hockey Team victory in the state championship.

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Prep’s 34th Kairos Retreat took place March 26-29 at the Nazareth Spiritual Life Center in Monroe, CT. Thirty five juniors and seniors took part in the retreat for the first time. They were accompanied by eleven team members comprised of seniors and faculty. The Kairos retreat provides a special time with the Lord. This Christian experience focuses on prayer and reflection, friendship and community. Student candidates gave of themselves generously and by the end of the retreat were certainly committed to the Kairos spirit. A big thank you goes out to the student leaders Rector Joe Nemia, Assistant Rector Kyle Skov, Ken Jordan, Evan LaVoie, Elliot Talbot, and Quinn Zimmer. Special thanks to the adult leaders Jon DeRosa, Fr. Bill Eagan, SJ, Fr. Larry Ryan, SJ, Tom Sacerdote, and Tom Shea. Kairos is open to juniors and seniors. Dates for next year’s Kairos Retreats will be available soon.  Please see Mr. Gualtiere if you have any questions.

Beginning Freshmen year, Prep students are introduced to the Ignatian goal of being “Men for Others” and serving in their communities. By Senior year, students have been deeply immersed in a number of service opportunities which aid the poor and underprivileged, ranging from local urban projects to national and international experiences.

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Prep LAX will play Greenwich on Saturday, April 12 at 2pm. The game is selected to be broadcast as the Pontiac HS LAX Game of the Week, to be shown on the MSG network. The game will be held at Lessing Field, Fairfield University. Admission: Adults $5, Students $3. Click here to read MSG release.

Bruce Jaffe received the CT Interscholastic Swimming Coaches Association (CISCA) Service Award on March 25, 2008 at the Aqua Turf Club in Southington, CT. He has coached swimming for more than 41 years. Andrew Golankiewicz (left) and Edward Becker, both sophomores, received Divisional All-State Awards. Other Prep swimmers making the All-State team were Terry Keegan, Matt Watson, Patrick White, Andrew Grinalds and Brian Power.

Fairfield Prep hosted its annual SEED Incoming Freshmen Orientation Dinner on March 18th in the Berchmans Cafeteria.  The SEED Dinner is hosted by current SEED students and their families. This dinner gives incoming freshmen and their families a sense of the wider Prep community and serves as an orientation to the SEED (Students for Educational Excellence through Diversity) Program.  Caucasian, Hispanic, African-American, and Asian families who are part of SEED are invited to serve as hosts to the Incoming Freshmen families.

Prep held its 8th Freshman Retreat, and this year’s retreat theme was: Different Notes, One Melody.

The two day event was led by a dedicated group of Juniors & Seniors who trained for this job since the fall. The Class of 2011 watched a movie, had small group discussions, recreation, prayer, meals at Prep family homes, and celebrated mass together.  They explored their faith lives, learned more about deepening friendships, & gained self-knowledge.  For many past participants the retreat solidified their feeling of being a member of Prep – something they will value for the rest of their lives.  Prep’s Faculty & Administration did an outstanding job in assisting the 2 days of activities planned by seniors Ken Jordan and Brett Niehaus (senior co-captains), Mr. Gualtiere and Fr. Ryan. Also, a big thank you to Mr. Schuchert and Dr. Miller who led our reconciliation services; the numerous faculty who gave faith talks; the Prep families who hosted dinners and Mr. Mauritz, who gave a special talk to the freshmen.  Finally, Campus Ministry would like to thank the many Jesuits of the Fairfield Community who helped during Reconciliation. We look forward to another great retreat next year. Thank you and video acknowledgement to senior Tim Burke.

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To a standing room only crowd of over 3,000 spectators, Prep battled Notre Dame of Fairfield on Saturday and won the Division I Final 5-3. Senior captain Rob Summerlin was quoted in the Connecticut Post, “That’s the thing about Prep Hockey. It turns kids into men and men into champions.” Click here to access the Connecticut Post article and photos.

Photos taken by Autumn Pinette, CT Post

Prep swimmers were the top regional finisher in the CIAC State Open boys swimming championships. Coach Jaffe described it as “one of the strongest fields ever assembled.”

Senior Colin Nevins was presented the prestigious DAR Good Citizen Award, given by the Eunice Dennie Burr Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR). Colin won the Essay Contest, and his essay will become part of the Connecticut DAR contest. Recipients are chosen by their counselors for scholarship and outstanding service to their school and community. The Daughters of the American Revolution is a women’s volunteer service organization that promotes education, historic preservation, and patriotism.

Prep Freshmen hosted young elementary school children from the Diocese of Bridgeport Catholic schools for a fun day of games and camaraderie on March 13th. Each Prep student was partnered with a child, to enjoy a half day of entertaining activities and getting to know one another. This annual event involves Freshmen in Prep’s Jesuit Mission of Community Service. Judged by a thousand smiles, cheers and laughter, the event was enjoyed by all participants.

Prep Swimming took the most first place events, but in the end it wasn’t enough to beat Greenwich’s overall depth.

Click here to read CT Post article. 

The Prep Hockey Team gave an outstanding performance Wednesday night to advance to the Championship game versus Notre Dame Fairfield, to be held at Ingalls Rink, Yale on Saturday at 3pm. The game can also be watched via live broadcast on the web at www.sportingnewsct.com.

Over 200 guests attended the Prep Spring Fashion show held on March 6th at the Oak Room of Fairfield University. Senior sons and their mothers were honored with a slide show, attractive gift items were raffled, and the attendees enjoyed dinner with a mother/son show featuring spring styles from Helen Ainson of Darien and Brooks Bros. of Westport. The fashion show is an annual fundraiser sponsored by the Bellarmine Guild.

Prep hockey advanced in the state tournament beating Notre Dame West Haven 3-2 in an  exciting victory for Prep.

Photo by Christian Abraham, CT Post.

Prep beat Hillhouse 56-53 in New Haven to advance in the State Playoff rounds in an exciting victory against the past state champs. Click here for New Haven Register article and photo.

On March 2nd members of the Cycling Club participated in “Spin Odyssey”, an indoor spin-cycling event that raises money for cancer research. Riders included Brian Calcutt, Jay Gould, Dan Morrison, Elliot Talbot, Rob Nayden, and club advisor Bob Ford.  In addition to raising money from the Prep Mite Box collection and donations from friends and relatives, the registration fees for the riders were provided by two Prep grads, Richard Kondub ‘74 and John Kondub ’72, who are involved in the effort. 

For several weeks students and staff have met after school in Fr. Brissette gym to play intramural dodgeball. The gym is packed, and the players and spectators love the action! The playoffs and championship will run through March 13th. The next intramural competition will be 3-on-3 basketball. Students should stay tuned for upcoming announcements regarding sign-ups.

The newly formed Young Republican Society has endorsed John McCain as a Presidential Candidate. The organization has over 30 student members and meets weekly on Thursdays at 2:30pm in Ms. Magner’s Room X206. New members are invited to attend a meeting. Refreshments are served. Click here to read endorsement.

Bob O’Keefe ’51 and Pat O’Keefe ’80 (father of Sean ’09) invite the Prep AP Physics class to an annual seminar which includes hands-on demonstration and experimentation with hi-tech precision orifices and fluid control products. Mr. Mamrus’ class spent a half day immersion at the company headquarters in Monroe, CT on Feb 27th.

Patrick O’Keefe ’80 explains the company’s specialized technology.

Prep AP physics students interact with hands-on instruments to participate in the demonstration.

The Prep Swim team won the SCC Championship on Feb 27th, and will compete in the Class LL and State Open meets. Andrew Grinalds and Pat White were recognized in the Connecticut Post as “Top Performers.”

On Sunday, February 3 Prep celebrated their annual father-son communion breakfast. The event organized by the Father’s Club began with a liturgy in the Egan Chapel. Mass was celebrated by Fairfield Prep’s President, Fr. Jack Hanwell, SJ. Con-celebrant Fr. Charlie Allen, SJ gave a brief homily and then Mr. Elliott Gualtiere, Director of Campus Ministry, gave a personal reflection on his own perspective of fatherhood including his relationship with his two young sons. The group then shared a meal together back in the Prep cafeteria. Tom Walsh, member of the Father’s Club and Prep parent of Chris ’10, then introduced Fr. Allen, the keynote speaker. Fr. Allen’s comments were directed to the Prep students in attendance but all in attendance could relate to Fr. Allen’s poignant words. He spoke on five key points: have a vision; start thinking about getting a job; the transition back and forth between bureaucracy and family and back again; die young as late in life as possible; pretend to be religious. This was a wonderful event and special thanks to all who made it possible.

L to R: Peter DeMarco '08 with Michael Donoghue, father of Mac '09 and Sean '11, and Nick Westerholm '08

L to R: Father Charlie Allen, S.J. with Matt Terry '82 and son James '11

Tom Walsh with son Chris Walsh '10

The Jesuits have elected a new Superior General, Fr. Adolfo Nicholas, SJ, at their 35th General Congregation in Rome. The following websites have information about Fr. General Nicholas and the Congregation:

http://jesuit.org/Default.aspx?P=PortalHome

http://www.creighton.edu/CollaborativeMinistry/GC35/

Seniors Pat White of the Swim Team and Julian Campoli of the Wrestling Team have been named SCC Scholar-Athletes of the Month.Student athletes who are selected must be a varsity letterwinner and have a 3.0/B average while demonstrating leadership qualities such as: being a positive role model; helping teammates overcome adversity; showing a commitment to self-improvement; or putting the needs of the team before themselves.  Recipients receive a certificate, commemorative tee-shirt and a SportsCenter of Connecticut activity pass.

Pictured L to R: Mr. Robert Harris, Athletic Director, Pat White, Julian Campoli and Dr. Robert Perrotta, Principal.

The Fairfield Prep student body assembled on Tuesday to remember Martin Luther King Jr. and his message of equality for all races. The program included a jazz violin performance by renowned recording artist Kersten Stevens, and an inspirational speech from Matt Langley ’93, a Prep alumnus and Columbia Law School graduate who has actively worked on behalf of the disadvantaged and against racial injustice. Poetry and music was contributed by the Prep concert band and choir. The multi-media event was held at the Quick Center for the Performing Arts.

Photo Left: Matt Langley '93 urges the Prep students to act against racism and injustice.

L to R: Justin Thompson, Jaron Smith, Jamal Powell, Robert Codio, and Raymond Miller recite "The Brotherhood of Man."

Kersten Stevens entertains the assembly with her improvisational jazz violin.

Prep’s 33rd Kairos Retreat took place January 16-19 at the Nazareth Spiritual Life Center in Monroe, CT. Twenty six juniors and seniors were accompanied by eleven team members comprised of seniors and faculty. The Kairos retreat provides a special time with the Lord. This Christian experience focuses on prayer and reflection, friendship and community. Student candidates gave of themselves generously and by the end of the retreat were certainly committed to the Kairos spirit. A big thank you goes out to the student leaders Rector John Pierson, Assistant Rector Peter DeMarco, Peter Eason, Peter Lacerenza, Reed Perry, and Max Wright. Special thanks to the faculty and staff leaders Sandy Beyerly, Elliott Gualtiere, Megan Hoover, Tim Olmstead, and Fr. Larry Ryan, SJ. Kairos is open to juniors and seniors and our final Kairos of the year, Kairos 34, takes place March 26-29. Spots are filling up quickly. Please see Mr. Gualtiere ASAP. Applications are available on Student Blackboard accounts or from Mr. Gualtiere. His office is on the first floor of Xavier.

Daniel DeLoma, junior, has a published book of poetry.  The Journey of a Snowflake –by Daniel DeLoma is featured on Lulu.com.  Dan has also just finished his second book which is titled: I Have Made It, which will also be available in the coming weeks.

Mary Ahlers has found a perfect match through the international bone marrow registry, and will undergo the transplant procedure in mid-January. The Fairfield Prep community wishes to thank all who participated in the December Bone Marrow Drive. 189 people registered with the national bone marrow program, and Prep raised approximately $6000 to subsidize the event and support the PNH Research & Support Foundation. Those who wish to make a monetary donation may still do so. Please make out a check to Fairfield Prep and send it to: Elliott Gualtiere, Director of Campus Ministry, 1073 North Benson Rd, Fairfield, CT 06824.  Please be sure to write “Ahlers-Bone Marrow Drive” in the check memo.

Prep and Ludlowe played into double overtime for the Championship on December 27th at Alumni Hall. Prep won 71-70 in an unforgettable match. Tournament MVP was awarded to Point Guard Tavonne Reid and Forward CJRuskay was recognized on the tournament All-Star Team.

A photo titled "Pride from Victory" won First Place in the annual Westport Magazine Photo Contest. The photo of the 2007 Prep Lacrosse Team was submitted by James Gruppo P'05, '08 & '09.

Campus Ministry conducted a successful collection of toys for children. Hundreds of gifts were donated to benefit the Office of Social Concerns, Diocese of Bridgeport. The brand new toys will be distributed to needy children in our area. Many thanks to the families and individuals who gave so generously to brighten the smiles of many children at Christmas.

L: Peter DeMarco and Tim Burke display some of the new gifts.

R: Logan O'Reilly, Dan Morrison, Andrew Eder, Lucas York and Kevin Stengel are happy about the hundreds of toys collected in the lobby of Arrupe Hall.

For information about making a calendar year 2007 tax deductible donation to Prep before December 31st, please click here.

Former 4 time state tennis champion, Todd Paul ‘03, was given a special recognition award at last night’s 65th annual Stamford Old Timers Association dinner.  Todd was introduced by WFAN Sports Commentator, Chris “Mad Dog” Russo.  Todd was being recognized for his outstanding collegiate tennis career at Wake Forest University.  While at WFU, he set the school record for most wins ever by a WFU male tennis player.  Among his accomplishments, he was the ACC Rookie Player of the Year in his freshmen season and 4 time all-ACC selection.  During a portion of his senior year, he achieved a ranking of #1 in the country according to the NCAA ranking system.  He was also selected as the WFU Male Student-Athlete of the Year in 2007.  Todd is now currently participating professionally in the ATP Challengers and Futures events.  This past July, Todd was a member of the United States delegation to the PanAm games in Brazil.  He has also been recruited by US Davis Cup captain, Patrick McEnroe, to be a practice player for the U.S. team which recently won the 2007 Davis Cup.  Todd is the son of Rovitta and Franz Paul of Stamford, CT.

Fairfield Prep’s Debate Team continues to move from strength to strength.  The team was revived only within the past few years after a decades-long hiatus.  Under the guidance of team president, Ken Jordan, its members recently reaped the rewards of their dedication and hard work with a dominating performance in last month’s 2007 Great Connecticut High School Debate Tournament in Hartford.

Prep saw all three of the teams that it entered sail through the qualifying rounds of the tournament and into the quarterfinals, a feat matched by no other school at the tournament.  In the end, the team of Richard Johnson and Peter Walsh emerged as champions over the more than forty teams that participated.

The Prep Debate Team will continue to participate in invitational tournaments throughout the year.  Anyone interested in joining the team should contact Ken Jordan at prepdebate1@gmail.com or should drop by one of the regular meetings on Monday after-school in Mr. Reidy’s room, Xavier 101.

Pictured L to R: Peter Walsh, Richard Johnson, John McKissick, Ken Jordan, Rob LiCalzi, Patrick Chimenti and Prep Teacher/Moderator Griffin Reidy.

Mary Ahlers, a member of the Fairfield Prep family, is suffering from Paroxysmal Nocturnal Hemoglobinuria or PNH. She has been battling PNH for more than 17 years. Mary is a candidate for a bone marrow transplant, and must find a donor with a close match. Fairfield Prep, where Mary’s parents work, will be hosting a bone marrow donor drive in her honor:

Bone Marrow Donor Drive
December 18, 2007
1:00 – 6:00 pm
Fairfield Prep--Berchmans Cafeteria

Registering to be a bone marrow donor is easy:

• You must be 18-60 years of age
• YOU DO NOT NEED TO GIVE BLOOD—just swab the inside of your cheek with 4 long Q-tips and the medical people do the rest. 
• This easy procedure normally costs 52.00 per person, but for this marrow drive, the cost is only $25.00, payable at the time of registration. No pre-registration sign-up is necessary.

If you cannot register for the drive, but wish to make a monetary donation to our Mite Box Collection, please make out a check to Fairfield Prep and send it to: Elliott Gualtiere, Director of Campus Ministry, 1073 North Benson Rd., Fairfield, CT.  06824.  Please be sure to write “Ahlers-Bone Marrow Drive” in the check memo. For more details about this event click here or to read a local news article about Mary click here.

145 Prep Juniors received their school rings, which were blessed at a mass celebrated on Tuesday evening, November 27th, at Egan Chapel. Father Larry Ryan urged all students to wear their rings as a symbol of their commitment to the Jesuit ideals of Fairfield Prep. A reception followed in the Oak Room at the Barone Campus Center.

Frank Aquino receives his ring from Fr. Hanwell, SJ, President

Michael Paidas ’78 and son Nicholas ’09 display their rings together

Over 30 Alumni and 20 Prep students ran in the annual Pequot 5 Mile Race on Thanksgiving Day. Prep alumni and current team members met for a traditional “Red-White Alumni Challenge.” A large number of parents and spectators came to celebrate the reunion and cheer their sons on.

Pictured on left:
L to R: Chris Vegliante ’08, Tony Cramond ’09, Brendan McLeod ’08, John Stiller ’10, Dan Morrison ’08, Billy Harkawick ’10 and Paul Sikora ’11.

	L to R:  J R Calvey ’97 (Notre Dame), Tom Corona ’07 (Seton Hall), Dan Hodson ’05 (Swarthmore), Mike Shaw ’04 (Holy Cross), Brian Colleran ’99 (Providence), Colin Shukie ’06 (Georgetown) and Kevin Mott ’06 (US Naval Academy)
	Alumni and Cross Country team members gather as a large group at the race

To prepare for the Thanksgiving break, Prep students were inspired by Fr. Larry Ryan, SJ to seek a harvest of justice and peace. Prep Seniors Mike Nicholas, Mike Miles and John Pierson spoke about their personal service experiences in Bridgeport, New Orleans and Ecuador, describing the impact on their own lives and the thankfulness of the people in these communities. Mrs. Beyerly led the musical group in song.

Rev. Charles Allen, S.J., former Headmaster at Fairfield Prep, is an honoree at the 2007 Greater Bridgeport “Good Scout” Award Luncheon on December 11th.The event is sponsored by the Connecticut Yankee Council of the Boy Scouts of America, recognizing community leaders. He has served as executive assistant to the president at Fairfield University since 1994 when the Rev. Aloysius P. Kelley, S.J., was University president. He is integral to the many activities of the President's office, while serving as secretary of the Board of Trustees and secretary of the Fairfield University Corporation.

Bellarmine Guild President 2006-7 Meg Buckis awarded Father Hanwell a check for over $57,000, representing the contribution from the Guild for the past school year 2006-7. The check was awarded at the recent BellarmineFall Luncheon held at Racebrook Country Club. Father thanked the Guild and explained the many uses of the funds to support the Landmark Campaign, building improvements, campus ministry trips, curriculum review and other uses.  The Luncheon was an annual fundraiser sponsored by the Guild, offering lunch and Christmas shopping from many exhibitors.  

Prep’s 32nd Kairos Retreat took place November 6-9 at the Nazareth Spiritual Life Center in Monroe, CT. Twenty five juniors and seniors were accompanied by eleven team members comprised of seniors and faculty. The Kairos retreat provided a special time with the Lord. This Christian experience focuses on prayer and reflection, friendship and community. Student candidate gave of themselves generously and by the end of the retreat were committed to the Kairos spirit. A big thank you goes out to the student leaders Rector Max Walker, Assistant Rector Tim Burke, Matt Battista, Steve Lorenzen, Mike Nicholas, and Huytien “Andy” Tran. Special thanks to the faculty and staff leaders Kevin Altieri, Jonathan DeRosa, Steve Donahue, Elliott Gualtiere, and Joe Miller. Kairos is open to juniors and seniors and Kairos 33 takes place January 16-19. Spots are filling up quickly. Please see Mr. Gualtiere ASAP. Applications are available on Student Blackboard accounts.

Fairfield Prep welcomes all students and family members to daily, morning mass held at 8:10 a.m. in St. Joseph's Chapel, Xavier Hall 1st Floor. The mass concludes in time for all students to attend their first period classes. Family members may park in the Prep "Visitor" spots designated near the front entrance steps of the school. Any questions contact Elliot Gualtiere, Director of Campus Ministry, at 254-4200 ext. 2255.

Chris Hansen, Emmy award-winning journalist and correspondent for NBC News “Dateline NBC: To Catch a Predator” discussed the potential risks related to internet social networking. He joined a panel of other experts, including Mike Spinney, Ponemon Institute advisor on identity theft and unforeseen networking results affecting employment and college acceptance, Sgt. Joe Kennedy, internet specialist from the Stamford Police Department’s Youth Bureau, and John Hanrahan, Director of Fairfield Prep Guidance Department. Prep students attended an afternoon session, and hundreds ofparents and members of the public attended an evening program. The forum was held at the Fairfield University Quick Center on Tuesday, October 30th and was moderated by Fairfield Prep President John Hanwell, S.J. Chris Hansen advised parents, “The best defense is the wall that you build around your children, and that’s knowledge.”

On Wednesday, October 24th, members of the Campus Ministry homeroom and others participated in Read Aloud Day at Beardsley School.  Sponsored by the Bridgeport School Volunteer Association, students were assigned in pairs to the various classrooms in the school to read to students and to present them with a book for their classroom library.  

Following Rally Day last week students Matt Battista ‘08, Mike Miles ‘08, Mike Miglietta ‘08, Jon Lakeland ‘08, Miles Bowe ‘08 and Andrew Garvey ’09 worked to refurbish the crosses which are placed in the quad each November in remembrance of the Jesuit martyrs of El Salvador. These students, along with Mr. Sacerdote, Mr. Schuchert, Mr. Gualtiere, Father Ryan and Max Wright ‘08 will attend the Ignatian Family Teach In for Justice in November to celebrate what the slain Jesuits and their coworkers lived and died for a faith that does justice. Click here for more.

The Concert Choir, Concert Band and Jazz Band will be performing on Tuesday, December 11, 2007 at 7:00 p.m. at Avery Fisher Hall at Lincoln Center. Tickets are $30 each and if you are interested in attending please submit a check made payable to Fairfield Prep to Jen Horn.

Seniors Colin Nevins of Crew Club & John Cunningham of Football/Lacrosse have been named SCC Scholar Athletes of the Month. Pictured L to R:Rev. John Hanwell, S.J., President, Colin Nevins, John Cunningham and Dr. Robert Perrotta, Principal

Mike Miles, ’08, has been selected as a student speaker for the Ignatian Family Teach-In for Justice to be held in Columbus Georgia, November 16-18, 2007.  The IFTJ is an annual event held to commemorate the Jesuits and their co-workers martyred in November 1989, to call for an end to global injustice and to reflect on the Ignatian call to a faith that does justice. Mike will offer a reflection on his experience last spring as part of a Prep group providing Katrina relief in New Orleans through the Ignatian Solidarity Network. Congratulations, Mike!  For more information on the IFTJ please see www.ignatiansolidarity.net or click here.

National Merit Scholarship Semi-Finalists & Commended Students

Fairfield Prep is pleased to announce recognition of ten seniors based on their PSAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test taken in their junior year.
1.4 million students across the nation entered the 2008 competition by taking the test, and the Prep winners were selected based on top performance in the highly competitive state of Connecticut.

3 Prep Semi-Finalists - National Merit Scholarships
Andrew T. Gorzkowski
Brendan P. McNamara
Lucas B. York

7 Prep Commended Students in the National Merit Program
Andrew C. Eder
Michael K. Lo
Philip A. LoPreiato
Christopher D. Nobile
Michael F. Romano
Conor P. Ryan
Gregory S. Sgammato

Join in Prep’s annual COAT DRIVE!
Donate your slightly used coats, scarves, gloves, & hats to the Amistad Catholic Worker House

October 15 - 19

Drop off point: Arrupe Hall Lobby
Contact Mrs. Scherban with any questions in X305

The National Honor Society Awards Mass was held on September 26, 2007 at St. Thomas Aquinas Church in Fairfield. To see the list of NHS Inductees, 2006-2007 Honors and Book Award recipients, click here.

Rev. Jack Hanwell, S.J. welcomed benefactors, alumni and staff to the President's Reception on Sunday, September 16th in Kartovsky Quad. During the reception, the Library and Academic Center was officially named in honor of former President Rev. Michael Boughton, S.J. for his ten years of leadership, guidance and dedication from 1996-2006.

NEWS FROM THE SOUTHERN CONNECTICUT CONFERENCE

For Immediate Release: September 15, 2007
Contact: Al Carbone, Commissioner (203) 671-4421

FAIRFIELD PREP-SHELTON FOOTBALL MATCHUP WILL BE TELEVISED ON MSG September 28 contest is Snapple High School Football Game of the Week.

Fairfield Prep and Shelton, the defending Southern Connecticut Conference Division I West football co-champions, will meet on Friday, September 28 at 7:00 p.m. at Finn Stadium. The divisional game will be televised on MSG as the Snapple High School Football Game of the Week. The game will air on MSG on Sunday, September 30. Check your local listings for the time.

Led by head coach Jeff Roy, Shelton (1-0) is ranked in the top ten in all of the state’s preseason polls. The Gaels defeated West Haven, 49-24, in its 2007 season opener on September 14. Shelton (8-3 a year ago) tied Fairfield Prep for the Division I West crown (3-1) and earned a berth in the Class LL state playoffs before falling to Southington.

Directed by head coach Rich Magdon, Fairfield Prep (1-0) opened the 2007 season in fine fashion by blanking Wilbur Cross, 28-0, on September 14. The Jesuits, 8-3 last year, also reached the CIAC Class LL semifinals before falling to eventual champion Greenwich.

Last year, Fairfield Prep defeated Shelton, 14-9, in their regular season meeting in Fairfield. Shelton had won the previous two meetings (31-0 in 2004 and 10-0 in 2005).

“Mike Quick and MSG do a great job covering high school sports in the tri-state area and I’m pleased they’ve chosen this game – an important SCC match up between two traditionally strong football programs,” SCC Commissioner Al Carbone said. “It’s a great opportunity to showcase both schools and our conference, and of course, what a thrill for the student-athletes to play in front of a TV audience.”

www.southernconnecticutconference.org

Chris McLeod ’73 (seated) receives a commemorative chair to recognize his years of service as retiring Chair of the Fairfield Prep Board of Governors. He was honored at the Annual Dinner on August 25th. On the left is John Callies P‘08, newly appointed Chair and on the right Rev. Jack Hanwell, S.J., President.

Three Prep grads from the Class of ’73 reminisce at the Board of Governors Dinner. Tom Shea, current Prep teacher and football coach, Chris McLeod, retiring Chair, and Greg Marshall, Dean of Admissions and Financial Aid.

Freshman mothers are welcomed on the Quad with refreshments, and “Prep Pride” is open “al fresco” to sell Prep merchandise and accessories.

At the Welcome Back Coffee mothers sign up for committees, listen to key administration and Guild members, and get to know one another. Both events were well attended. See Bellarmine Guild on the website for more info.