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September 7th is the last day to complete Molloy\u2019s Strategic Plan Survey. During the 2018-19 school year, Molloy will be conducting a formal Strategic Plan to assess our standing in the education marketplace in New York City. In order to effectively do so, we need the input of our key constituents: faculty, staff, students, alumni, benefactors, and our community at large. The Strategic Plan process is designed to gain insight from those who have the deepest stake in the future of Molloy. Key opportunities and challenges will be identified to ensure that the vibrancy of the mission at Molloy continues to thrive for generations. This is not an accreditation exercise; our goal is to create a collective roadmap for the future of Molloy. Click the button below to provide your answers. On behalf of everyone at Molloy, thank you for your valuable feedback!<\/p>\n Here\u2019s some more information about this year\u2019s recipients:<\/p>\n Delilah was an active member of the Q of R student body. She served as Student Council vice president in 7th grade and as president in 8th grade. Delilah was an honors student, a member of the Aquinas Society, and a lunch room monitor. Delilah likes to draw and participate in plays. She was also a member of the school\u2019s yearbook committee.<\/p>\n Emily is a well-rounded individual who participates in a variety of activities while maintaining good academic standing. At Q of R, she was a member of the Aquinas Society, a lunch room monitor, and also participated in plays. Emily played the clarinet in the school band and also plays piano. A talented artist, Emily\u2019s design was chosen to promote the school\u2019s most recent Walkathon. Emily was this year\u2019s valedictorian at Q of R.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n Congratulations, Delilah and Emily, and welcome to Molloy! Thank you to Robert Dittus and the Dittus Family for continuing to sponsor this wonderful award. (Pictured left to right: Sharon Dittus \u201911, Delilah Medina \u201822, Emily Valle \u201822 & Robert Dittus \u201981 <\/em>| Photo by Fermin Valle \u00a9 Fermin Valle Photography<\/em>)<\/p>\n After a long and restful summer, the students of Stanner High returned to Manton Street to kick off another great school year. The first week began with several orientation days, followed by the first full day of classes on September 7th. Freshmen had an additional orientation day on September 6th, which featured a shortened run-through of their schedule before the first full day. Speaking of our freshmen, we have a few interesting stats to share. Molloy is excited to welcome 414 members of the Class of 2022. 35 freshmen who are attending were awarded academic scholarships, while 22 freshmen were awarded named (need-based) scholarships. The Class of 2022 commutes from many different neighborhoods and parishes, mostly in Queens, but also many in Manhattan, Long Island, and Brooklyn. Approximately 80 freshmen are enrolled in Honors classes this year.<\/p>\n We invite our community to join us in prayer for our students and faculty, that they may enjoy great success throughout this new school year.<\/p>\n Sebastian also enjoyed hands on experience through reporting on a Long Island Ducks baseball game, as well as by interviewing Mr. Sheldon Polan, a resident of the Long Island Veterans Home. Sebastian was responsible for photography and video for his team, but also provided writing for each story. He later assisted in editing completed video packages using Final Cut Pro. \u201cOverall, the program was an amazing experience and it taught me a lot about how to be a journalist,\u201d said Sebastian. You can view some of Sebastian\u2019s work at http:\/\/greenegazette.com\/2018\/<\/a>.<\/p>\n Over the summer, five members of Archbishop Molloy High School\u2019s Class of 2019 were accepted into Molloy College\u2019s Business Boot Camp. The Boot Camp is held over the course of one week in July and features interactive seminars led by CFOs and Wall Street professionals, a \u201cShark Tank<\/em>\u201d trading simulation, business presentations, and marketing competitions. The week also includes opportunities for networking with student ambassadors who are eager to share their real-world experiences. Pictured left to right: Vishal Tongya \u201919<\/strong>, Dillon Beetz \u201919<\/strong>, Dean Stephen Bier<\/strong>, Deanna Pellegrino \u201919<\/strong>, Franco Manriquez \u201919<\/strong> & Keenan Guludec \u201919<\/strong>. | More Information<\/a><\/p>\n In August, Molloy sponsored the \u201cKicking For A Cause\u201d tournament, a scrimmage girls soccer tournament supporting breast cancer awareness. The event was held at Alley Pond Park and featured Molloy\u2019s girls varsity soccer team as well as teams from St. Vincent Ferrer, The Mary Louis Academy, and Scholars Academy. Congratulations to all players and coaches for participating in this wonderful event!<\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n Earlier this year, we celebrated our 125th anniversary by asking our alumni to share selfies, group photos, and other interesting images on social media that showed off their Stanner Pride. We would like to share our favorites below, and thus the winners of our Pride For 125 <\/em>contest. Thanks to all who submitted photos! (Winners will be contacted<\/em>)<\/p>\n BASIC INFORMATION:<\/strong><\/p>\n VOLUNTEERS NEEDED:<\/strong> If you would like to serve as a class officer<\/u><\/em>, tasked with finding and recruiting classmates, please let us know!<\/p><\/blockquote>\n We are excited to announce that Molloy Oktoberfest has returned to our alumni event calendar this fall. All members of our community (ages 21+, Friends & Family welcome!) are invited to join us on Thursday, October 4th for Bavarian style dinner and music as we kick off our event season with this fun and relaxing evening. Everyone in attendance will also receive a raffle ticket<\/strong> good for a prize drawing later in the evening!<\/p>\n We extend special invitations to members of our Badges Network as well as supporters of the Br. Ron Marcellin Memorial Scholarship<\/strong>. This year\u2019s Oktoberfest will be the first to honor Br. Ron in place of the annual dinner held previously every January. All proceeds will benefit the scholarship in Br. Ron\u2019s name.<\/p>\n The family and friends of Karina Vetrano \u201904 will host their second annual golf outing on Thursday, September 27th, in memory of their beloved Karina. The event will include lunch, a round of golf, cocktails and dinner. Those who register will also have full access to the driving range and locker facilities. All proceeds will support the Karina Vetrano Memorial Scholarship at Molloy, benefiting future young women entering our school. Please click the image to the right or the link above for full details.<\/p>\n![\"\"](\"http:\/\/168.62.170.58\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/Karsten-Molloy-Chicago-2018_web.jpg\")
<\/a><\/p>\n<\/a>On August 22nd, President Richard Karsten ’81<\/strong> joined Stanners in the heartland at On Tour Brewing Company in Chicago. At least three decades of graduates were represented (60s, 80s, 90s). President Karsten updated the group, which included Charles Ahmes ’60<\/strong>, Chris Barkidjija ’85<\/strong>, Allen ’93<\/strong> and Sara Grgurovic<\/strong>, Roland Varriale II ’02<\/strong>, and Matt Laurencelle ’85<\/strong>, about exciting new programs and upgrades at Molloy, and also shared a preview of the upcoming Stanner Life<\/em> commemorative magazine. While in Chicago, Mr. Karsten also visited Marist Chicago, where administrators and teachers were preparing to begin their school year. Several staffers from Marist Chicago also joined Mr. Karsten and our Stanners at the brewery, where all enjoyed great drinks and delicious BBQ. “We had a great time at On Tour Brewing Company,” said Mr. Karsten. “We shared many stories, and there was a clear sense of camaraderie among us. In all, it was a fun way to catch up, to show a sneak peek of our upcoming magazine, and to connect with alumni outside of New York. I look forward to our next visit to the Windy City, and to continuing to grow our Chicago network.” Special thanks to Allen Grgurovic for his assistance in coordinating this event.<\/p>\n
\nLast Day to Complete Molloy\u2019s Strategic Plan Survey<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n
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\nTwo Freshmen Receive Champagnat Award<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n
<\/a>On commencement day at Queen of the Rosary Catholic Academy (June 15, 2018), The Dittus Family presented the St. Marcellin Champagnat Scholarship Award to two graduates who were planning to attend Archbishop Molloy High School in the fall. This year\u2019s recipients are Delilah Medina \u201822<\/strong> and Emily Valle \u201922<\/strong>. \u201cThis award is especially meaningful to our family, as three family members went to Catholic grammar school in the Williamsburg area and later graduated from Molloy,\u201d said Robert Dittus \u201981. Sharon Dittus, AMHS Class of 2010, and Robert Dittus, AMHS class of 2015, also attended Q of R and Molloy, and Sharon is currently a teacher at Q of R. Previous recipients of the Champagnat Award include Luigi Albano \u201919<\/strong>, Neyde Estrada \u201921<\/strong> and Anthony Montano \u201921<\/strong>. <\/p>\n
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\nJunior Participates in Summer Journalism Workshop<\/strong><\/h3>\n
<\/a>This summer, Sebastian Germosen \u201920<\/strong>, a member of Molloy\u2019s The Stanner<\/em> newspaper staff, participated in Stony Brook University\u2019s summer journalism workshop. The workshop featured numerous seminars led by professional journalists. One guest speaker was John Williams, a Pulitzer Prize winning Newsday photographer. Mr. Williams discussed aspects of photo journalism and how to take professional photos. \u201cIt was really cool, because before the program I was never interested in photography, but he piqued my interest in it,\u201d said Sebastian. Professor Rick Ricoppo also gave a presentation on TV journalism and broadcasting, which included notes on operating cameras, tripods, and other equipment.<\/p>\n
\nFive Stanners Attend Molloy College Business Boot Camp<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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Molloy Sponsors \u201cKicking For A Cause\u201d<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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\nJV Softball Players Work as Ballpersons at US Open<\/strong><\/h3>\n
<\/a> <\/a><\/p>\n<\/a>Coach Lou Santos<\/strong> is excited to share that three of his JV softball players were chosen to work as Ballpersons for the 2018 US Open in Flushing. Genevieve Puglissi \u201920, Emily Mauro \u201821<\/strong>, and Caterina Fox \u201921<\/strong> were the lucky Stanners to be selected for this competitive role. Ballpersons at the US Open must undergo a rigorous tryout process to prove they are up to the task. Ballpersons must show an ability to quickly retrieve balls no longer in play as well as to throw them the entire length of the court. Hundreds of applicants may try out in a given year. Tennis, baseball, and softball players are said to be good choices to serve as Ballpersons due to their built-in knowledge and skillsets. Congratulations Genevieve, Emily, and Caterina! (Pictured above: Caterina Fox ’21 – first two photos – and Genevieve Puglissi ’20<\/em>)<\/p>\n
\n\u201cPride for 125\u201d Contest Winners<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n
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<\/a>Alumni from class years ending in 3 and 8 are invited to join us here at Molloy on Saturday, November 3rd for the Stanner Alumni Reunion! This is a great opportunity to reconnect with classmates and your favorite teachers, and to walk the halls of Stanner High once again. (Pictured: Postcard invitation coming soon to a mailbox near you!<\/em>)<\/p>\n\n
\nMolloy Oktoberfest \u2013<\/span> <\/strong>REGISTER NOW!<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n
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<\/a>When & Where: <\/strong> October 4, 2018 @ Molloy<\/li>\n
\nGolf Outing Remembering Karina Vetrano \u201904<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n
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<\/a>When: <\/strong>Thursday, September 27, 2018 | 11:00AM<\/li>\n<\/p>\n