Elder Students Participate in March For Life in Washington, D.C.

This January, thirty-two students Elder students traveled to Washington, DC to participate in the March for Life.  They were accompanied by Mr. Ken Laake, religion department co-chair, Mrs. Jen Graham, guidance counselor, and Mr. Deron Kelley, Elder parent.

According to Mr. Laake, "the March for Life was very crowded amidst a persistent drizzle.  However, the high energy of so many young people made this almost joyful, despite the very serious nature of our demonstration."   Unofficial crowd estimates were around 200,000!  Following the March, they visited a combined reception hosted by Congressional members Jean Schmidt and Steve Chabot.   

The group from Elder traveled with Purcell Marian students, as they did last year.  But they were joined with thousands of students from the Archdiocese of Cincinnati who demonstrated their belief in the sanctity of human life.  In addition to participating in the march, they also attended Mass at the National Shrine Basilica of the Immaculate Conception at Catholic University and toured several monuments and the Holocaust Museum. (02/03/12) 

Matthew Godbey '83 Fulfilling His Dream in LA


Matthew Godbey '83 has always aspired for a life in the arts.  Even as a young boy he spents hours and hours drawing. 

For the past 17 years, Godbey has been living his dream in Los Angeles.  Matthew has been working as a painter, actor and producer in Los Angeles.  Recently Kurt Backscheider of the Community Press interviewed Godbey about where his artistic dreams have taken him over the past two decades. 

Click here to read more.  (02/03/12)

"Acito on the Mound" to Become a Motion Picture



In the Fall of 2011, Dr. Gene Miller '63 wrote an article titled "Acito on the Mound" as a tribute to his good friend and classmate, Joe Acito '63.  The article was published in the November issue of Cincinnati Magazine.  Click here to read the article.  

This article has been adapted to a screenplay and will now be made into a short film.  Click here to read more. 

Pictured above are: Front row--left to right: Ray Schlinkert '63, Rick Steins '63, Larry Dryer '63, and Bob Wolfle.

Back row--left to right: Bob Murphy '63, Jerry Federle, Ron Trentman '63, George Clark '63, Bob Reis '63, Ray Schafer '63, Gene Miller '63, Bob Schutte '63, Joe Acito '63, Roger Nadler, Coach Trentman, and Mick Brady '62. (02/02/12)

Elder Students Accepting Donations for St. Vincent de Paul

In conjuction with this year's Catholic Schools Week theme of "Faith, Academics & Service," Elder is partnering with St. Vincent de Paul-Cincinnati to collect gently used furniture, personal care products, household items.   

The St. Vincent de Paul truck will be on campus February 9 & 10 (12 - 4 PM) and February 11th (10 AM - 2 PM).   Click here to read more about the 2nd Annual Catholic Schools Week Donation Drive.  (02/02/12)

College FAFSA Workshop - February 7th

The FAFSA is an incredibly important piece of the college process. To help with this process, the Elder Guidance Department is hosting a day of FAFSA workshops on February 7th from 3:00 until 7:00pm.  Financial Aid officers from several area colleges have volunteered their time to assist Elder parents with the FAFSA.  Parents can talk to them one on one and receive assistance completing the FAFSA online.  (01/10/12)

Come Celebrate St. Patrick's Day at the Elder Glee Club Irish Cabaret

Join us on Friday, March 16th and Saturday March 17th @ 8:00pm in Fr. Reardon Hall for the Glee Club Irish Cabaret!!!  The cost is $15/person and includes beer, set-ups, chips and pretzels.  You may bring your own hors d’oeuvres, if you wish.

Fr. Reardon Hall is the undercroft of St. William Church.  It is handicapped accessible via the W. 8th Street entrance.  Click here to download a reservation form.  (02/02/12)

Support the Elder Band by Dining at Chick-Fil-A – February 15th

Wednesday, February 15th, is "Elder Day" at the Chick-Fil-A.   The Elder Band will receive 15% of all dine-in or carry-out orders accompanied with the attached flyer.  Chick-Fil-A is located at 6495 Glenway Avenue.  Click here to download the flyer that must accompany your order.   (02/02/12)

Elder Mock Trial Wins Big at Districts

Congratulations to the Elder Mock Trial Team who won seven of a possible eight awards at districts!  The following students had indivdual wins: Andrew Welch, Alex Sunderman, Kyle Buschle, Tom Imhoff, Kyle Federmman, Patrick Haley and Charlie Cucinotta.

Sharon Motgomery is the moderator for the Elder Mock Trial Team. 
The team members are:
Team Purple: Nick Feldman, Patrick Haley, (Brian) Alex Kean, Kyle Murphy, (Marc) Alex Paustian, Mike Schroer, Alex Sunderman, Liam Warren, and Andrew Welch. 
Team White: Kyle Buschle, Charlie Cucinotta, Kyle Federmann, Max Hammersmith, Thomas Imhoff, Zach Koopman, Steven Leesman, and Collin Schwiers.  (02/01/12)

Elder Basketball Hosts "Grade School Night" - February 11th

The Elder High School Basketball Program is offering free admission to all students in grades K-8 wearing their team uniform or other school spirit wear for the Saturday, February 11th game vs. Withrow. 

Spread the word and don’t miss this opportunity to see one of the finest basketball programs in the state of Ohio in action for FREE.  Game times are Freshmen – 430pm, JV – 600pm and Varsity 730pm.  (02/01/12)

Elder Band Members Selected For Honor Band

Eight students from the Elder High School Band have been selected to participate in the Southwestern Ohio Catholic Honor Band.  They join fifty-seven other Catholic high school band students from Cincinnati and Dayton to present the 4th Annual Honor Band Concert on Sunday, February 5 at 3 p.m.  The hour-long performance, in celebration of Catholic Schools Week, is free and open to the public and will take place in Chaminade Julienne’s auditorium located at 505 S. Ludlow Street, Dayton, OH 45402.  For more information, visit cjeagles.org.

Pictured above are - Sitting from left:   Megan Igel (Visitation), Christin Rottenberger (Holy Family), Emily Igel (Visitation).  Standing from left:  Jason Geis (St. Teresa), Nathan Schrieber (Holy Family), Alex Frede (Lourdes), Brad Griffith, Joe Bedel (St. Lawrence).  (02/01/12)

Three Seniors Sign Letters of Intent

On Wednesday, February 1st, three Elder students signed letters of intent to participate in collegiate athletics.  They are:
- Nicholas Custer - Football, Miami University (Ohio), from Our Lady of Victory Parish.
- T.C. Klusman - Football, The University of Louisville, from St. Ignatius Parish.
- Nick Nusekabel - Football, Walsh University, from Our Lady of Lourdes Parish.

Congratulations gentlemen!  Pictured above are Nick Nusekabel with parents Bob & Lisa Nusekabel, T.C. Klusman with parents Tom & Jill Klusman, and Nick Custer with parents George & Kim Custer.  (02/01/12)

Join Us For the Steel Drum Annual Winter Concert - February 9th

Spice up your winter with the sounds of the Elder Steel Drum Band!  The Annual Winter Concert will be held Thursday, February 9th at 7pm in Seton’s Auditorium.  Hope to see you there!  (01/31/12)

Scholarships Available to Current Elder Students

If you are currently an Elder freshman, sophomore or junior, and have a cumulative GPA of 85 or greater at the end of the first semester 2011-2012 school year, you are eligible to apply for an Altiora Scholarship.  These scholarships recognize students who are involved in activities whether at Elder, in the parishes, or the greater Cincinnati community.  Applications are available from Mrs. Regan in the Development Office or by clicking the link below.  Completed applications are due on Monday, February 20 by 8:00am.  No late applications will be accepted.  Scholarship recipients will be notified by April 1, 2012.

Click here to download the scholarship application.  (01/31/12)

Did You Know Elder Grad Bob Dirksing '62 Holds 72 Patents?

After graduating from Elder, Bob Dirksing '62 enlisted in the Air Force where he trained as a Nuclear Weapons Specialist.  After the service, he worked as a machinist at Cincinnati Milacron, but was later hired as an entry level technician at P&G.  From there, Bob advanced to the highest technical level at P&G - Victor Mills Research Fellow.  Bob holds 72 patents with his most notable inventions Crest White Strips and Always .  (01/31/12)

Roger Auer to Receive NCEA Secondary Education Award

We are pleased to announce that the National Catholic Education Association has chosen Mr. Roger Auer as the recipient of the Secondary Education Award for 2012.  Mr. Auer was chosen from among the applicants nationally.

Mr. Patrick Tucker submitted the application without telling Mr. Auer, so the news of the award came as a pretty big surprise to Roger.  Mr. Auer has been invited to the NCEA convention in Boston this April to receive the award.  Congratulations Roger!

Click here to read more about Mr. Auer.  (01/31/12)

Cincinnati Landmark Productions Welcomes Rodger Pille '91

Cincinnati Landmark Productions recently announced the appointment of Rodger Pille '91 as Communications/Development Manager. 

Before coming to Cincinnati Landmark Productions, he worked in the marketing communications departments of Newport Aquarium (2008-11) and Cincinnati Museum Center at Union Terminal (1997-2008), overseeing traditional public relations and social media initiatives.for one of the region’s fastest growing arts organizations.  Click here to read more.  (01/31/12)

Celebrate Catholic Schools Week - January 29th - February 5

Elder High School and the Archdiocese of Cincinnati are gearing up to celebrate Catholic Schools Week. 

Elder Art Students Receive Scholastic Art Awards

Congratulations to all the winners of this year’s Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Scholastics Art Competition. Elder received 17 awards from the 50 entries they submitted to this year’s regional level. Regional winners will be part of the exhibit which will be on display at Madison Place in Covington, KY.

Elder students receiving Gold Key Awards are:
Zak Ryan ‘13 – Design, Ian Gunn ‘12 – Mixed Media, and Ryan Murphy ‘13 – Painting.

Honorable Mention Award winners are:
Caleb Gregory ‘12 – Comic Book Art, Cory Dulle ‘12 – Digital Art, Jack Gramke ‘13 – Drawing, Julian Gregory ‘15 – Drawing, Ryan Murphy ‘13 – Drawing, Michael Bertke ‘13 – Mixed Media, Shane Jansen ‘13 – Mixed Media, Noah Pennekamp ‘15 – Mixed Media, Alex Sunderman ‘12 – Mixed Media, and Nathan Bischoff ‘14 – Sculpture.

Gold Key winners will compete in the National Scholastics Competition in New York City where they will compete against 30,000 regional Gold Key winners. Once again, the hard work and creative abilities of the students in Elder’s Art Dept. has paid off and we are having another great year.  Click here to read more.  (01/27/12)

Kelsey, Rudolph Provide Pointers to Panthers 
 
Elder Basketball alumni, Pat Kelsey '93 and Kyle Rudolph '08, returned to Elder's Memorial Fieldhouse last week as special guests of head coach Joe Schoenfeld.  The duo took time to practice with the Panthers and provide helpful pointers as the team prepared for its GCL match-up with St. Xavier.  The Panthers won the game last Friday night at St. X by a score of 44-43.
 
Pictured at left is sophomore Thomas Autenrieb with Kyle Rudolph.  (01/27/12)

Happy 103rd Birthday to Sophie Donovan Auberger '27

Happy birthday to Elder graduate Sophie Donovan Auberger '27 who turns 103 today!!!  

She is pictured with Bea Hammersmith, Tom Reiring '88, Director of Development, Annita DiLonardo, and Toby Heile, Director of Planned Giving.

Click here to view a 2001 video of Sophie discussing her experience at Elder in the 1920's. (01/26/12)

Deployed Graduates Grateful for Christmas Care Packages

This past Christmas, care packages were mailed to Elder graduates currently serving in the military who would be overseas or stateside during the holiday season.  Fifteen care packages were mailed to Elder alumni and one to a fellow GCL grad serving with multiple Elder grads.

Matt Brannon ’08 came back to Elder to coordinate the "Care Packages for the Troops" effort, just like he and classmate Ben Combs '08 did when they were students here.  The committee of students Matt put together included: freshman Bradley McKeel; sophomores Steve Maurer, Henry Manegold, Brandon West, Sam Maciejewski, Matthew Maloney, Michael Murphy, Ryan Murray, Matthew Nortmann, Daniel Fishburn, and Sean Conway; and seniors Aaron Bill, Lonnie Dixon, Tyler Weber, Jacob Taylor, Gary Smith, Jimmy Schmidt, and Grant Grady. 

The committee planned two fundraisers to pay for the effort—an out-of-uniform day and the sale of purple camouflaged “PANTHER STRONG” wristbands.  Once enough money was raised for this initial effort, they went to work purchasing items to include in the packages.  Meanwhile, the Alumni Office was working with the Elder community to collect the names and mailing addresses of alumni currently serving in the military who would be overseas or stateside during the holiday season. 

We have received several responses from the grateful recipients of these care packages.  You may click here to read them. 

Thank you to all assisted with the care packages and to our military personnel for your dedicated service to our country!  Picture above are Brad Klawitter '00, Steve Breifelder '85, and Ron Grace '82.  (01/25/12)

Banks Pioneers Expanding "The Grail"

Don Andres '80, Paul Goebel '84, Tom Heitker '81, and Jim Moehring '85 thought they had a good idea on tap as The Banks underwent early development.  Now, the co-owners are looking to unveil a new outdoor patio including bar, restrooms and storage space along Freedom Way at the Holy Grail Tavern & Grille.  Click here to read more.  (01/20/12)

Tim Moller '74 Receives St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Award

Tim Moller '74, chief financial officer for the Sisters of Charity of Cincinnati, was awarded the congregation's highest honor, the St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Award for his "integrity, honesty, compassion, prudence - and humor."   Click here to read more.  (01/20/12)

Cincinnati Enquirer Names All-City Teams

Congratulations to the following Elder Panthers for making the All-City Teams in their respective sports!

Golf - Daniel Schwarz, senior - Div. I Player of the Year.  Click here to read more.
Golf - Cory Dulle, senior - 1st Team
Golf - Tyler Smith, senior, and Brennen Walsh, junior - Honorable Mention
Football - Rahkim Johnson, senior - 1st Team Defense
Cross Country - Nathan Lauck, senior - 1st Team
Soccer - Josh Enginger, sophomore - Honorable Mention
(01/20/12)

Mitch Godar '14 Sets Varsity Diving Record

Congratulations to sophomore diver Mitch Godar for setting Elder's swimming meet diving record with a score of 274.70 (6 dives) on January 7th at Anderson! 

The previous mark of 265.85 was set by Eric Kelly '08 in 2008. (01/20/12)

John Sherman '75 Selected to Receive John E. Pepper Education Community Service Award

Since 1999, The Cincinnatus Association has annually presented the John E. Pepper Education Community Service Award to an individual who has demonstrated commitment, compassion and perseverance as a volunteer on behalf of public education in Cincinnati.  This year’s recipient is John Sherman '75, an information technology manager with the E.W. Scripps Company.  John has volunteered at Oyler Elementary for the past 18 years.

Since 1994, Sherman’s involvement has grown from a once a week tutor session in an Oyler classroom to a major leadership role that is shaping the future of the school and its students.  The award committee received a record number of nomination letters on Sherman’s behalf from principals, staff and colleagues all exemplifying his outstanding and long tenured volunteer activities at Oyler. 

John will be honored at The Cincinnatus Association awards dinner February 7th at Northern Kentucky University’s student union.  Congratulations John on this well-deserved honor!  (01/20/12)

Support JV & Varsity Bowling Teams on February 7th

Come cheer on the JV & Varsity Bowling teams on Thursday, February 7th, as they face west-side rival, Oak Hills at S & S Western Bowl at 7 PM.     

As of this writing, Elder has 3 bowlers (Senior Ben Brauch and Sophomores Patrick Sullivan and Nick Roth) in the top ten of the GCL South in average for conference games.  Ben is first with a 214.6 average, Patrick is 6th with a 206.2 average, and Nick is 7th with a 203.8 average.   (01/26/12)

Tobias Brauer '94 Creates Font for the Century

After years of work, Tobias Brauer '94 , has created a font for this century.  Brauer, associate professor of visual communication design at Northern Kentucky University, has spent the last “four to five” years working on his first typeface, named "Apposite."

“Apposite: An original typeface design by Tobias Brauer,” is on view in NKU’s Third Floor Gallery.  Congratulations Tobias!  To read more, click here.  (01/18/12)

Dan Meyer '74 & Nehemiah Lend A Hand

Dan Meyer co-founded Nehemiah, a consumer packaged goods company in the West End, in 2009.  The company works closely with social service agencies to help individuals with criminal records, gaps in employment and other barriers find meaningful work.  Click here to read more.  (01/13/12)

Panthers Helping Take Sparkpeople Mainstream in 2012

Dave Heilmann '90, chief operating officer, and Josh Knepfle '94, chief technology officer, are among a handful of Elder alumni employed by the local health and fitness web company.  They are looking to make Sparkpeople.com a household name in 2012.  Click here to read more.  (01/13/12)

Seton-Elder Performing Arts Series Presents "Hello Dolly" - April 18th, 20th, 21st & 22nd

The Seton-Elder Performing Arts Series celebrates a milestone this year -- forty years of spectacular entertainment! To commemorate the occasion, the series is producing its fourth production of "Hello Dolly!"

Are you an alumni cast member from the 1974, 1986, or 1999 productions of "Hello Dolly?"
All former "Hello Dolly" cast members are invited to take part in this celebration.  Join us at the "Hello Dolly" cast reunion on Friday, April 20 at 6:30 p.m. in the Seton Commons followed by the performance at 8:00 p.m.  Call your former cast members and get together to relive the music and memories.  The cost is $20 a person and includes drinks, appetizers and a ticket to the performance.   Click here to download a "Hello Dolly" cast reunion reservation form.  Questions? Contact Mary Sunderhaus at 471.2600.132 or sunderhausm@setoncincinnati.org.

"Hello Dolly" Ticket Information
- Wednesday, April 18th 7:00 p.m.- $8
- Friday, April 20th- 8:00 p.m.- $10
- Saturday, April 21st- 8:00 p.m. - $10
- Sunday, April 22nd- 8:00 p.m. - $10

Call 513-251-3324 for ticket information.   (01/17/12)

Elder Wrestler Rahkim Johnson '12 Featured in Cincinnati Enquirer

Thirty Ohio high schools gathered at Elder this past weekend to participate in the 51st Annual Ohio All-Catholic Invitational Tournament (CIT).  Elder senior Rahkim Johnson was one of 313 wrestlers competing at the tournament.   Johnson has a 14-1 record this season and won the Glenn Sample Coaches Classic last month.  Johnson was recently featured in the Cincinnati Enquirer, click here to read the full article  (01/13/11)

Thomas John Zwick Posthumously Receives 90th Elder High School Veteran’s Diploma

On December 29th, the family of Thomas John Zwick was presented with an Elder Veteran’s Diploma.  Mr. Zwick started at Elder in September 1940, but withdrew in 1942 to join the Army. 

As part of the amphibious assault team, he wore both a Navy and Army uniform and was honorably discharged as a Sergeant.  After the war, Mr. Zwick came home and landed a job with Warner Elevator Company and worked in the elevator industry for 43 years. 
According to his son Mike, Mr. Zwick attributed his work ethic to growing up on the west side and to Elder High School.  Mr. Zwick passed away in 1997.

Mr. Zwick’s veteran diploma was the 90th Elder has issued since the State of Ohio passed legislation providing schools the opportunity to honor our veterans in this way.

Pictured above are: Mrs. Zwick (holding the diploma), with children (left to right) Mike, Kim, and Tom.

The Catholic Beat Spotlights Minnesota Viking Kyle Rudolph '06

The Catholic Beat recently featured an interview with Fr. Kyle Schnippel, Vocations Director for the Archdiocese of Cincinnati, who shared some memories of teaching Kyle Rudolph at Elder.  Click here to read more.

The National Football Post named Minnesota Vikings TE Kyle Rudolph to its 2011 All-Rookie Offensive Team.  Congratulations Kyle!  Click here for more information.  (01/23/12)

Trey Radel '94 Running for Congress

Trey Radel '94 recently announced that he is now a candidate to represent Florida's 14th Congressional District.  Click here to learn more about Trey's campaign.  (01/10/12)

Chuck Knepfle '64 Blogging about Mathematics Topics & Teaching Methods

Even after his 40-year run as a teacher here at Elder, Chuck Knepfle '64 continues to inspire students and future math teachers by blogging about a variety of mathematics topics and sharing methods and ideas that he used during his career.  Click here to be linked to Chuck's blog.  (01/10/12)

Free Tax Preparation at Elder High School

FREE tax preparation will be provided this winter at Elder High School's Schaeper Center.  This program is for those of low to moderate income.  The free preparation dates for 2011 are January 28, February 4, February 18, February 25, and March 10.  Appointments are required.  Click here for more details and to see if you qualify.  (12/13/11)

Covedale Center for the Performing Arts to Present Caine Mutiny Court Martial in Honor of Joe Acito '63

Join us January 26th – February 19th, 2012 as the Covedale Center for the Performing Arts presents Caine Mutiny Court Martial.  This production is dedicated to Joe Acito '63, long-time literature teacher and Alumni Director at Elder High School, who passed away in 2011.  Joe was a great friend of the Covedale Center for the Performing Arts.  Caine Mutiny Court-Martial is based on the novel The Caine Mutiny by Herman Wouk, a book Joe taught and knew well.

Elder grad Tim Perrino '74 is the Artistic Director at the Covedale Center for the Performing Arts.  Greg Procaccino '76 is director of this production.  Click here for show times and more information.  (12/27/11)

Mom Prom 2012 - February 19th

The 2012 Mom Prom for Juniors-Seniors and their moms will be held at Woodlands on Sunday evening, February 19th.  Doors open at 5:15pm, dinner will be served at 6:00pm and the evening ends at 10:00pm.  Tickets will be on sale February 7-15 for $40 per couple in Elder’s Main Office.  The price includes snacks, dinner, drinks, dance and door prizes.  If more than one son will be attending, please ask about special pricing.  Plan early for a wonderful evening!  (01/03/12)

Elder Hockey "Building from the Ground Up"

In the past year, the Elder Hockey program has moved from a club team to a full-fledged varsity sport.  Recently, the Community Press discussed this transition and growth of the players with long-time coach Joe Del Prince.  Click here to read more.  (12/28/11)

Thanks to All Who Supported the Annual Elder Food & Toy Drive

Thank you to all those who supported the Elder Annual Food & Toy Drive.  Your generosity is greatly appreciated.  The meals and gifts were delivered to over 260 families on Wednesday, December 21st.  And special thanks to Pete Witte '86, his wife Ann, and the rest of their family for coordinating the drive again this year!

Thank you for making a difference in the lives of  hundreds of families throughout Cincinnati during the Christmas season.  (12/21/11)

Scott Ridder '87 To Be Inducted Into Mother of Mercy’s Athletic Hall of Fame

Elder graduate Scott Ridder '87 will be inducted into the Mother of Mercy Athletic Hall of Fame on January 7th, 2012.  Scott was the Assistant Cross Country Coach at Mercy from 1988 - 1991.  In 1997, he returned to Mercy as head Cross Country, a position he still holds.  He has a 955 - 509 record (65%) which includes three GGCL Championships in 1998, 1999 and 2000 and a District Championship in 1998.  Scott has been named GGCL Coach of the Year in 1998, 1999, 2000 and 2007 and was honored as the Southwest Coach of the Year in 2004.  In addition to coaching Mercy's Cross Country Team, Scott is a school psychologist splitting his time between Mercy and Elder High School.  Click here to read more.  Congratulations Scott!  (12/22/11)

Terry Chapman '70 Named Recipient of 2012 Dr. Robert J. Kealy Distinguished Principal Award

Terry Chapman '70, Principal of Our Lady of Visitation, was recently named the 2012 recipient of the prestigious Dr. Robert J. Kealy Distinguished Principal Award.  This award is sponsored by the National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA) and is presented to outstanding principals each year. 

Terry has gained great renown for fostering a strong academic and spiritual atmosphere in his schools.  In addition to serving as Principal of Our Lady of Visitation, Terry is an instructor for the Initiative for Catholic Schools at Xavier University.  Through this role, he trains principals and teachers in Professional Learning Communities, a model of fostering collaboration and accountability in schools.

Chapman will receive this award at the annual NCEA Convention in Boston on April 11, 2012.  Terry, congratulations on this well-deserved honor!  (12/22/11)

Luke Rosen '97 Releases New CD

Luke Rosen, music director at Corpus Christi University Parish and choral director at St. John's Jesuit High School, in Toledo, OH, recently released a CD of solo piano called "Portraits."

Luke recently wrote: "I have a lot of people from Elder to thank for sending me on a course to doing things like this with my life.  Dave Allen and Mary Alexander played a huge role in pushing me forward in music."

For more information on Luke's CD, click here.  (12/22/11)

UC Placekicker Tony Miliano '10 Spotlighted by Cincinnati Enquirer

Elder graduate and University of Cincinnati placekicker Tony Miliano '10 was recently featured in the Cincinnati Enquirer.  He discussed what it was like to play in "The Pit" and other memorable Elder football moments.

Miliano has made 16-of-22 field goals and 43-of-46 extra points this season.  In November, he kicked a UC record-tying four field goals in a win over Pitt, which earned him national Placekicker of the Week honors from College Football Performance Awards.  

Click here to read more.   (12/19/11)

St. Louis Rams Long Snapper Jake McQuaide's '06 Inspiration to Play in NFL

Encouraging words by Mike Nugent during Elder grad Jake McQuaide's '06 sophomore year at Ohio State inspired him to work toward a career in the NFL.  In a recent Cincinnati Enquirer article, McQuaide discussed the impact Nugent's positive comments made on his NFL aspirations.  McQuaide and Nugent met again this past Sunday as the Bengals played the St. Louis Rams.  McQuaide is in his first year as a long snapper for the St. Louis Rams.  Nugent is the placekicker for the Cincinnati Bengals. 

Elder grad Mike Windt '04 is also a long snapper for the San Diego Chargers.  Click here to read more.  (12/19/11)

Thanks To All Who Supported the Blood Drive In Honor of Matthew Meyer '14

Thank you to all those who donated blood at the Blood Drive in honor of Matthew Meyer '14 on Thursday, December 15th at Our Lady of Lourdes School Cafeteria.  Matthew is a sophomore at Elder High School and is the son of Auction Coordinator Mary Beth Meyer. 
(12/15/11)

tech-reach Offers "Computers 4 Home" + New Class Schedule Posted

tech-reach has partnered with the non-profit Cincinnati Computer Cooperative to help individuals and families acquire affordable desktop computers for their homes through its "Computers 4 Home" program.  Elder's Schaeper Center will serve as a distribution site for community members to pick-up their fully loaded, refurbished computers/ keyboards/ speakers/ monitors.  Click here for "Computers 4 Home" information and application form.
 
Interested in classes offered through tech-reach in January and February 2012?  Click here for a complete listing of the upcoming tech-reach classes.   (12/01/11)

Elder Soccer Players Named to All-Star Teams

Congratulations to the following Elder soccer players who were recently named to the following all-star teams.

- Josh Enginger—first team GCL and first team all City—Sophomore
- Will Imhoff—first team GCL -- Senior
- Tyler Shumann— second team GCL -- Junior
- Gary Smith --  second team GCL -- Senior
- Eric Dueber—All GCL academic team – Senior
(12/09/11)

Junior Ryan Murphy's Oil Pastel on Exhibit at Thomas More College

Elder Junior Ryan Murphy's oil pastel "Fernbank" is on exhibit at the Eva G. Farris Gallery at Thomas More College through December 8th.  Ryan's work was chosen to be in the college's high school juried exhibition. 

Click here to read more.  (12/06/11)

Ben Brauch '12 Bowls Perfect Game

Senior Ben Brauch bowled a perfect game against Fenwick and Badin High Schools on Nov. 29.   Ben bowled 300 the first game and 258 the second for a 558 total. 

This is the second perfect game by an Elder bowler, Craig Sherrill bowled his on 12/6/2006 at Colerain.  Ben’s 558 is the highest 2-game total in Elder’s history, beating Craig Sherrill’s 539.  Congratulations Ben!

Click here to read more. (12/01/11)

Ottens & Elder High School to be Honored by Santa Maria

On December 4th, Principal Tom Otten will be honored with the Sr. Blandina Award from Santa Maria Community Services.  This award pays tribute to the life of Sr. Blandina Segale, SC, who founded Santa Maria Community Services.  The recipient of this award is a creative thinker/doer, persistent in overcoming obstacles, a champion of minorities, fearless against injustice, unbowed by failure and able to involve the community.  Santa Maria will also honor Elder High School in recognition of their continual commitment to the Price Hill Community.

Tom's daughter Betsy Otten will also be honored at this year's event.   She began volunteering for Santa Maria by tutoring students while she attended Seton High School.  Currently Betsy is the Chair of the Price Hill Pacer 5K Run/Walk, which is held each June and supports both Santa Maria and Price Hill Will.

Click here to read more.  (11/21/11)

Spiritual Boosters Cook & Deliver Thanksgiving Meals to Area Families

The Elder Spiritual Boosters worked together with their sons to help families in need this Thanksgiving.  Dads cooked the turkeys while their freshmen sons put the food together in boxes and help with the delivery for 30 families.  The freshmen honors program students make the pumpkin pies to go with the complete Thanksgiving meal.  Each family receives a turkey, cranberries, dressing, gravy, green beans, pumpkin pie.  It's all done in conjunction with the Holy Family Food Pantry.

This is one of the many service projects of the Elder Spiritual Boosters involving both dads and sons.  

Pictured above is future Panther Charlie Russell, Class of 2029, with freshman dads, Spiritual Boosters, and Mr. Patrick Tucker, Assistant Principal.

Click here to read more about the Spiritual Boosters.

Dave Ruehl Returns to Lead Elder Soccer Program

Elder High School announces the return of Dave Ruehl to the position of head coach of the soccer program.  Ruehl began coaching in the program in 1994 as the JV head coach.  He was named varsity head coach in 1996.  He left the program in 2005 after amassing a record of 79 wins, 68 losses and 31 ties in nine seasons.  After a brief time away from the game, Ruehl became the head varsity soccer coach at St. Ursula Academy in 2007.  He led SUA to Division I state championships in 2007 and 2008.  Elder welcomes Ruehl back to the Elder Family. (11/23/11)

Brian Stautberg '90 Helps Make Cassady Schiller & Associates a Cincinnati Business Courier "Best Place to Work" Award Winner

Cassady Schiller & Associates, Inc., has been named a winner of the 2011 Cincinnati Business Courier "Best Places to Work" award.  Elder graduate Brian Stautberg ‘90 is Partner and Tax Director of the Certified Public Accounting and Advisory Firm.  Bob Schiller recently discussed what makes Cassady Schiller & Associates a great place to work.  Click here to read more.

Two other companies with Elder connections have also been recognized by the Cincinnati Business Courier.  Richards Industries – Bruce Broxterman ‘72 has been named a finalist and Tier1 Performance – Greg Harmeyer ‘90 has been named a winner.  Congratulations!  (11/23/11)

Johnson '12 Named to All-District Team

With 6 sacks, 4 forced fumbles, and 1 fumble recovery this season, senior DL Rahkim Johnson '12 was named to the Associated Press' Southwest Division I All-District team.  Congratulations Rahkim! (11/18/11)

Alex Harbin '04 Joins WieFit

Elder grad Alex Harbin '04 recently joined the training staff at WieFit.  Alex has been a personal trainer and played football for Elder, University of Cincinnati, and Mt. St. Joseph. 

Click here to read more about WieFit.  (11/14/11)
 

Asalon & Schwarz Sign College Commitments

On Wednesday, November 9th, two Elder students signed letters of commitment. They are:

- Anthony Asalon  - The University of Indianapolis, baseball.  He is an infielder for the Panthers baseball team
-Daniel Schwarz - Miami University, golf.  Schwarz placed fourth in the Ohio state golf tournament this fall.

Asalon is the son of Jennifer Asalon, and Penny and Todd Asalon. He is a member of St. Teresa Parish and resides in Delhi.

Schwarz is the son of Sue and Kevin Schwarz. He is a member of Our Lady of Visitation Parish and resides in Bridgetown.

Pictured above: Players & coaches: Mark Thompson, baseball coach; Anthony Asalon; Daniel Schwarz; Mike Trimpe, golf coach.  (11/10/11)

Thanks to our Blood Drive Donors and Volunteers:

Thanks to all of our volunteers and those who donated blood during the Hoxworth Fall Blood Drive on 10-31-11. There were approximately 71 students, staff and faculty members who registered to donate blood.  Forty-six units of whole blood and 18 units of double reds were collected.  A total of 72 units of blood were donated.

Our thanks to the volunteers who did a fantastic job: seniors Daniel Schwarz, Michael Balzano, Tyler Sullivan, Alex Trentman, junior Jake Lindle  and parent volunteers, Mrs. Linda Geil, Mrs. Judi Maurer and Mrs. Lisa Seiler.

Elder will have a Spring Blood drive scheduled for Tuesday, March 27th, 2012.  Please consider being a blood donor in the future.  For every one unit of blood, up to three lives can be saved.  You never know, you may someday be the recipient of the generosity of a blood donor.

For more information about the blood drives, please contact Mr. Kurt  Ruffing, Dean of Discipline or Mrs. Linda Giessler RN, school nurse.  For more information and interesting facts about blood donation, click here to visit the Hoxworth website.  (11/2/11)

Elder High School Marching Band - Halftime Show Flash Mob

On October 21st, the Elder Marching Band performed the song 'We Like to Party' by Vengaboys at halftime and were joined by a "flash mob" of alumni and friends!  Click here to view video from the event.  (10/26/11)

Archdiocese of Cincinnati Tuition Giveaway

The Archdiocese of Cincinnati is giving away $17,500 in tuition credits and prizes to current and prospective families.  Any family planning to have a student in an Archdiocese of Cincinnati Catholic school K-12 class for the 2012 / 2013 school year is eligible to win.  Click here for details.  (10/22/11)

Class of 1961 Grows by One as Toby Heile Becomes Elder's Newest Graduate

On Friday, October 7th, long-time Elder Development Director and teacher, Toby Heile, became Elder's newest graduate.  Toby received his honorary diploma as surprise gift from the members of the Elder Class of 1961 during their 50th reunion celebration.

Toby grew up in St. Teresa parish, so most of his friends were kids from Price Hill.  All of the Heile boys attended St. Xavier High School where Toby graduated in 1961.  Toby began his Elder career in 1966 as a teacher, then transitioned to community relations, and finally to development where he served as the director for the past 30 years, all the while continuing to teach a class as a member of the business department.   As the Elder Class of 1961 planned their 50th celebration, a committee of those grads petitioned (without Toby’s knowledge) for him to receive an Elder diploma. 

Congratulations Toby and thank you for your 45+ years of dedication! 

Class of 1961 grad Dave Rickert penned a poem in celebration of his 50th class reunion.  Click here to read Dave's poem "When We Were Young."  (10/13/11)