Stanners Raise Over $50,000 for Brother Ronald Marcellin Memorial Scholarship

On January 17th, the Molloy community gathered to honor the legacy of a great man while supporting the scholarship in his name. The Br. Ron Marcellin Scholarship Dinner is an annual fundraising event that raises money to provide students in need the opportunity to attend Molloy. This year’s event was a great success, as alumni, faculty, and friends raised over $50,000. These funds will directly impact tuition costs for two incoming freshmen this fall as well as future students. The newest recipients have experienced extraordinary personal circumstances, but the generosity of our community has helped to lessen that burden while creating an opportunity for both to enjoy the benefits of a Stanner education beginning in fall 2016. More than 20 students have been helped by the Br. Ron Marcellin Memorial Scholarship since it was established over two decades ago.

“What started out with just a few dedicated people many years ago has now grown into an annual community event supported by countless alumni, friends, and family,” said Craig Katinas ’93, Alumni Development Director and longstanding member of the Br. Ron Committee. “We’ve been fortunate in recent years, including 2016, to have past scholarship recipients come and volunteer at the event to help this scholarship grow, in turn helping more deserving students receive the Stanner experience. It has also been amazing to see the overwhelming support in donations for Br. Ron’s scholarship throughout the year on top of what was raised at the event.” (Pictured: Dr. James Lynch ’83 and President Richard Karsten ’81)

The event included a delicious dinner buffet and beverages provided by our generous hosts, Trinity Restaurant & Bar in Floral Park. Co-owner Mike McGuire ’81 is a tenured member of the Br. Ron Marcellin Committee, and he and his staff take great pleasure in sharing their Stanner-friendly establishment with us each year. Guests were encouraged to participate in a 50/50 raffle as well as a live auction featuring exceptional prizes including tickets to see the “Piano Man” Billy Joel, the New York Rangers, and St. John’s Red Storm, a high quality spirits basket (Johnnie Walker Blue Label, Bulleit 10 Year Bourbon), and more. The 50/50 raffle brought in over $5,000, meaning the winning ticket netted its owner a prize of over $2,500 cash! In all, it was a fun night accentuated by the enthusiasm of a group of dedicated alumni and friends. We also greatly appreciated the presence of three of our past scholarship recipients: Edwin Casmir ’13, Enrica Cotellessa ’15, and Ernesto Vega ’11 (Pictured L-R with Mike McGuire, Chris Mitchell ’93, and Craig Katinas ’93).

Br. Ron Marcellin, who dedicated his life to educating and helping young people, would certainly be proud of the efforts put forth on this night. Please take a few moments to browse photos from the evening below. Please click the link below to donate to the Br. Ron Marcellin Memorial Scholarship, or contact alumni@molloyhs.org with any questions about the scholarship or our annual event.

Special thanks to Br. Ron Committee Members: Lou Santos, Mike McGuire ’81, James Galowski ’81, Richard Walker ’81, Bradley Katinas ’90, Chris Mitchell ’93, Neal Duffy ’93, Frank Phelan ‘69, Mike Garvey ‘84, Frank Weber ‘80, Hon. David Hawkins ‘86, AJ Power ‘84, Eugene Clark ‘82, George Kurth ‘83, and Pat Heerey ‘93. Emeritus:, Maureen Kelly and Rose Pomarico.

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Stanner Spotlight: James Parziale ’02 Heads NFL Content Staff at FOXSports.com

James Parziale ’02 is the lead NFL editor for foxsports.com/nfl. In this role, James manages and oversees all web content, which includes editorial, photo, video, and social media posts. He landed at FOX Sports after pursuing a range of other opportunities. Facebook and Twitter were still in their relative infancy when he graduated from Hofstra University with a degree in Journalism. His initial goal was to be an NFL beat writer, which led him to internships at Newsday and Jetsinsider.com. He later took advantage of opportunities at the Queens Tribune, NY Daily News (where he worked with Mike Wursthorn ’05), The Daily (a now defunct iPad magazine), and MSN. He learned a great deal from each of these experiences earlier in his career, which prepared him for an even bigger challenge at FOX Sports. “I didn’t end up covering one NFL team in print like I originally wanted to, but now I’m now covering every NFL team on the web, which is great. It’s about adaptability. You never know where life will take you, but you stay prepared for whatever comes up.” (Screen capture courtesy of FOX Sports)

As the lead NFL editor for foxsports.com/nfl, James has made a tangible impact on the way the website reaches its audience. “We’ve grown our base of followers and increased engagement since I took on the lead role. For example, we’ve seen traffic on the FOX Sports NFL Facebook page increase from roughly 250k followers to over 1.2 million in a 15 month span. We consider what people are looking for now, today, in 2016. Getting people to click, read, and care about your social media posts is not an easy task since the web is already so saturated. Our Facebook page is just one slice of the pie, but it’s something I’ve overseen and I am proud of our success.” James and his team have been busy during the playoffs and are gearing up for the Super Bowl this weekend.

In addition to his web work, James teaches as an adjunct Journalism professor at Hofstra. “I taught there from 2007 to 2010, but I decided to return in 2015. I love teaching journalism, giving students guidance, and helping them progress and grow. It’s a different kind of gratification.”

James believes much of his success stems from the lessons he learned at Molloy. “One of the great lessons I learned was when I backed out of an opportunity to join the Varsity B golf team. Thanks to advice from Mr. Niklaus afterward I realized that that is something I can’t afford to do throughout my life. That was an important lesson for me.” This was just one experience that left James with a lasting impression. “Molloy is one of the most important parts of my life. It gave me a lot of structure. It taught me to be organized, accountable, and prompt. It instilled morals and values in me. I carry these lessons with me now, and I can honestly say they shaped me both personally and professionally.” James also benefited from Peer Groups. “Br. James Norton was so helpful to me, and he has remained a positive influence throughout my life. I cherish the school and enjoy going back to visit. Some of my best friends are my Stanner classmates, and I try to see them whenever possible. I wouldn’t be the person I am today without attending Molloy. I hope to one day share my professional insights with students, or help in any other way I can.”

Jim Sheehan Talks Wine, Quality & Bargains

• When: Thursday, February 11th, 2016 | 6:30pm
• Where: Archbishop Molloy High School
• Who: Alumni, Parents & Friends (Ages 21+)
• Admission: $50 per person (Limited seating)
• Contact: Joe Sommo ’03 | jsommo@molloyhs.org
• REGISTER ONLINE

This event has limited seating, so please don’t wait to register online this weekend! Please contact Joe Sommo ’03 with any questions.

The Stanner Alumni Center is set to host its latest wine tasting event next week on Thursday, February 11th at 6:30pm. The tasting will be right here at Molloy and led by Jim Sheehan ’75, English department chair and our in-house wine expert.

“I love being able to share knowledge I’ve worked at attaining,” said Sheehan, who began nurturing his passion for wine many years ago after befriending a priest who also happened to be a gourmet. In addition, Sheehan’s father worked for The Seagram Company, which kept the family’s wine racks stocked frequently. “Beyond my own love of it, hosting these events has been a pleasure because it brings everyone from our extended Molloy family together. People who’ve graduated, sometimes at drastically different times,  unite to share a few glasses and tell a few stories.”

This year’s theme features Spanish wines, which is different from the offerings at previous Molloy tastings. “I think Spanish wines are underappreciated in terms of how good they are and how affordable they can be,” explained Sheehan. “Our last few tastings have been more elementary; ‘a little of this, a little of that.’ We didn’t focus on a particular country or region. I think you get to know a little more about a country when you concentrate on its wines or food, so I’m hoping our participants will walk away with some interesting knowledge and a better appreciation for the region.”

Jim will explain techniques for identifying aroma and flavor, bargain hunting, and food pairings. Each participant will sample several wines, while all will have a chance at winning a few giveaways throughout the evening. “Everyone who comes to this, whether they’re a novice or have a lot of experience, will drink something they haven’t had before.”

Molloy to Celebrate 40 Years of Mens’ Soccer Program

• When: Saturday, April 16th, 2016 | Time TBD
• Where: Archbishop Molloy High School
• Who: Mens’ Soccer Alumni
• Contact: Matt Rizzotti ’04 | mrizzotti@molloyhs.org
• Online registration will be made available soon

We are excited to welcome alumni back to Molloy to celebrate the 40th anniversary of the mens’ soccer program. Those in attendance can participate in an alumni soccer game (weather permitting and flat shoes only on Stanner Field) with a formal dinner reception to follow. The entire event will take place at Molloy. In addition, it is our pleasure to announce that longtime coach Andy Kostel is scheduled to be available for the duration of the event to celebrate with our alumni. Ticket information, online registration, and other details will be made available soon. We look forward to welcoming you back to Molloy to show your pride in our mens’ soccer program! (Pictured: Coach Kostel on the job)

30th Annual Jim Kinnier Stanner Golf Classic

• When: Monday, May 2nd, 2016
• Where: North Hills Country Club and Plandome Country Club
• Contact: Matt Rizzotti ’04 | (718) 943-3186 | mrizzotti@molloyhs.org
• Details: www.molloyhs.org/golf
• Digital Invitation: Download Digital Invitation

Archbishop Molloy High School is excited to present its 30th Annual Jim Kinnier Stanner Golf Classic on Monday, May 2nd, 2016. Invitations have been mailed, and you should be receiving yours soon! A digital invitation is also available for download via the above links or by clicking on the cover image to the left.

The Stanner Golf Classic offers our community the opportunity to come together for a great cause while also having whole lot of fun. What began in 1987 as a small outing featuring less than 15 golfers has since grown into one of the premier Catholic high school outings in New York City. Last year, over 330 golfers teed up for Molloy’s scholarship program – an astounding, humbling number to say the least. Each year we extend the invitation to support our students through this outing, and each year the Stanner family responds in many ways. Some register to play golf, others purchase raffle tickets, sponsor journal ads, or simply make a donation to the event. Any way you choose to support the Stanner Golf Classic will directly impact the lives of students and families in need. Scholarships are awarded to students each year and help lessen financial burdens and or ease the stress of extraordinary circumstances that can make enrolling at Molloy more difficult.

This year’s outing will be hosted at North Hills Country Club and Plandome Country Club, whom we’ve established wonderful relationships with over the years. Alumni, parents, friends, and our corporate sponsors are all invited to attend and be a part of our milestone 30th anniversary. The Stanner Golf Classic will once again offer breakfast, food and beverages throughout the day, prize holes, dinner, a raffle, live and silent auction, giveaways, and so much more. Additional information can be found in your invitation.

We are also excited to announce this year’s Golf Chairman Joe Papavero ’04. The Papavero family have been great friends to Molloy for many years, and Joe has an enthusiasm for his alma mater that bodes well for this milestone occasion. We will highlight Joe again in an upcoming issue of The Beehive.

Reservations are now being taken. To register or for more information about the Stanner Golf Classic please contact Alumni Development Officer Matt Rizzotti ’04 at (718) 441-9210 or mrizzotti@molloyhs.org.

Charles McMenamin ‘06 graduated the NYPD police academy on December 29th, 2015 at Madison Square Garden with 1,123 fellow recruits. He received the Police Commissioner’s Award, which recognizes the second highest overall average of the entire class, thanks to an impressive average of 98%. Charles received the award on stage from Mayor Bill de Blasio and Police Commissioner William Bratton. He started his career as an NYPD officer with his first assignment: Times Square on New Years Eve.

Ashish Kumbhat ’07 has been prominently featured on the Forbes.com fifth annual “30 Under 30” list for 2016, which highlights “today’s brightest young stars and the future leaders of everything.” According to Forbes.com, the list, which is broken up into a number of categories, is narrowed down to 600 men and women from an initial screening list of more than 15,000 individuals. Those featured represent young entrepreneurs and creative minds that are making an impact on our world professionally, socially, and beyond. Ashish was selected for the “Law & Policy” category thanks in large part to his impressive work with the Monetary Policy Staff and the Federal Reserve Board. | Read more about Ashish and “30 Under 30”

Marc Garlasco ’88 (Pictured below) recently returned from a deployment aboard the aircraft carrier USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN-71). Marc is a senior research scientist with the Center for Naval Analyses and was conducting analysis and lessons learned from military missions abroad.