{"id":5945,"date":"2012-09-14T08:00:36","date_gmt":"2012-09-14T08:00:36","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/thebeehive.molloyhs.org\/?p=5945"},"modified":"2020-06-24T15:11:22","modified_gmt":"2020-06-24T15:11:22","slug":"the-beehive-september-14th-2012","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"http:\/\/thebeehive.molloyhs.org\/?p=5945","title":{"rendered":"The Beehive &#8211; 9\/14\/12"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-4487\" title=\"The Buzz\" src=\"http:\/\/thebeehive.molloyhs.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/03\/The_Buzz_Slim_WEB_2p0.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"620\" height=\"66\"><\/p>\n<h2><strong><span style=\"color: #993300;\">Around the School<\/span><\/strong><\/h2>\n<h3><strong>Class of 2016 By The Numbers<br \/>\n<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/thebeehive.molloyhs.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/09\/Class_Of_2016_FIXED.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignright wp-image-5973\" style=\"border: 1px solid black; margin: 8px;\" title=\"Class of 2016 Facts\" src=\"http:\/\/thebeehive.molloyhs.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/09\/Class_Of_2016_FIXED-278x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"250\" height=\"270\"><\/a>On Wednesday, September 5th, Archbishop Molloy High School welcomed the Class of 2016 for the very first time. Some 120 years after the first students began their studies at St. Ann\u2019s Academy, a new crop of freshmen began their journeys as Stanners, experiencing many of the little moments that many endure on their first day. Do you remember bringing a blank check to the bookstore? What about tucking your shirt in perfectly, or tying your tie just right? Do you remember the Marist Brothers and lay Faculty directing you every which way, or when they helped you open your locker for the first time? For the Class of 2016 it was all surely a blur, but they will always remember their first day of high school. While some things stay the same, others change dramatically with each passing decade. The dress code changes, the entry exams are retooled, and the distance in which students travel from their homes to Molloy expands every year. The Class of 2016 represents a diverse group that is well adapted to the many challenges that education presents today. The Class of 2016 is surely ready to take on Molloy\u2019s tough curriculum as well as continuing our great Stanner legacy. For more on the Class of 2016, click the image to the right. You can view some other scenes from the first day of school below:<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"http:\/\/thebeehive.molloyhs.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/09\/First_Day_2.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone size-thumbnail wp-image-5959\" style=\"border: 1px solid black;\" title=\"Br. Mike Fisher, FMS, hands out textbooks \" src=\"http:\/\/thebeehive.molloyhs.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/09\/First_Day_2-150x150.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\"><\/a> <a href=\"http:\/\/thebeehive.molloyhs.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/09\/First_Day_4.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-5961\" style=\"border: 1px solid black;\" title=\"Freshmen bring their books to their lockers\" src=\"http:\/\/thebeehive.molloyhs.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/09\/First_Day_4-150x150.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\"><\/a> <a href=\"http:\/\/thebeehive.molloyhs.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/09\/First_Day_5.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone size-thumbnail wp-image-5962\" style=\"border: 1px solid black;\" title=\"Trying to open lockers for the first time\" src=\"http:\/\/thebeehive.molloyhs.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/09\/First_Day_5-150x150.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\"><\/a><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"http:\/\/thebeehive.molloyhs.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/09\/First_Day_6.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone size-thumbnail wp-image-5963\" style=\"border: 1px solid black;\" title=\"Br. James Maher, FMS, helps a freshman with her locker combination\" src=\"http:\/\/thebeehive.molloyhs.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/09\/First_Day_6-150x150.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\"><\/a> <a href=\"http:\/\/thebeehive.molloyhs.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/09\/First_Day_7.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone size-thumbnail wp-image-5964\" style=\"border: 1px solid black;\" title=\"Br. Francis Regis helps a freshman with his locker combination\" src=\"http:\/\/thebeehive.molloyhs.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/09\/First_Day_7-150x150.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\"><\/a> <a href=\"http:\/\/thebeehive.molloyhs.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/09\/First_Day_9.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone size-thumbnail wp-image-5966\" style=\"border: 1px solid black;\" title=\"Students explore the halls at Molloy\" src=\"http:\/\/thebeehive.molloyhs.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/09\/First_Day_9-150x150.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\"><\/a><\/p>\n<hr>\n<h3><strong>Coaching in the Marist Tradition<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/thebeehive.molloyhs.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/09\/Chris_Br_Kevin_SOC.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\" wp-image-5949 alignright\" style=\"border: 1px solid black; margin: 8px;\" title=\"Christopher McKeon and Br. Kevin Handibode, FMS.\" src=\"http:\/\/thebeehive.molloyhs.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/09\/Chris_Br_Kevin_SOC-300x257.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"270\" height=\"231\"><\/a>How does a coach bring out the best in their athletes? How does the relationship between coach and player affect performance? How does the Marist Tradition enter into it? <strong>Christopher McKeon<\/strong>, Athletic Director of Christopher Columbus High School in Miami, and <strong>Br. Kevin Handibode<\/strong>, FMS, recently spoke to Molloy coaches, as well as those from other nearby Marist schools who are preparing for the new year, to address these questions as part of the Marist program \u201cSharing Our Call.\u201d Coaching is a special skill; a delicate balance of authority, direction and encouragement \u2013 and it is not easy to master. Still, when a coach struggles to find success, remembering his or her place in the Marist tradition through introspective reflection may help center them. \u201cWhat makes it different to coach in one of our schools? A Marist coach does so not just for sport, but for life,\u201d Chris explained in his opening remarks. \u201cWins and losses take care of themselves, but a coach who shows they care, who applauds success and who talks athletes through tough times will be remembered by their athletes 10 years later as a great coach.\u201d<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/thebeehive.molloyhs.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/09\/Brother_Runners_1967.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignleft size-medium wp-image-5976\" style=\"border: 1px solid black; margin: 8px;\" title=\"The Marist Brothers have helped to extend the legacy of athletic success from the days of St. Ann's through Present Day. This shot was taken on the Molloy track in 1967.\" src=\"http:\/\/thebeehive.molloyhs.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/09\/Brother_Runners_1967-300x187.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"187\"><\/a>St. Marcellin Champagnat\u2019s approach in the way of Mary is one of simplicity, hard work and helping those in need. This is what the Marist Brothers, and in turn all lay Marists, have been tasked to do. As individuals rooted in this tradition, Molloy coaches must also incorporate the Marist philosophy into their style of coaching. Br. Kevin made it clear that leading by example is where it all begins. \u201cIt is very important to love and respect all students equally,\u201d remarked Br. Kevin. \u201cEquality is the hallmark of Marist schools; it is how a family spirit is developed. Coaches are teachers outside the classroom, and the respect they show all of their athletes is then returned to them.\u201d This respect can stem from a coach expressing how proud he or she is of an athlete\u2019s performance \u2013 win or lose \u2013 or it can be a result of what the coach <em>doesn\u2019t <\/em>do, such as refraining from swearing, banging on lockers and other physical displays of frustration. \u201cIt is easier to praise and encourage than to discredit,\u201d said Br. Kevin, who pointed out that tearing down an athlete will hurt them tremendously, and it will certainly be remembered negatively. In summation, Br. Kevin was blunt. \u201cBe welcoming to all and stay true to your convictions and to the values and moral principals of the Marist Brothers.\u201d Molloy coaches have always fostered a culture of winning. Of course it all begins with <strong>Jack Curran<\/strong>, the winningest baseball and basketball coach in New York State, but it trickles down to every individual leading Stanner athletes. Molloy has been an athletic powerhouse for decades because of its athletic talent as well as its leadership \u2013 all in the Marist Spirit.<\/p>\n<hr>\n<h2><strong><span style=\"color: #993300;\">Administration &amp; Faculty Update<\/span><\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/thebeehive.molloyhs.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/09\/Molloy_Admin_2012_WEB.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-6018\" style=\"border: 1px solid black;\" title=\"The Administration at Archbishop Molloy High School\" src=\"http:\/\/thebeehive.molloyhs.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/09\/Molloy_Admin_2012_WEB.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"620\" height=\"419\"><\/a><\/p>\n<p>As several veterans of Molloy\u2019s faculty and administration departed last spring, a few familiar faces as well as some new ones have stepped in to pick up where our dedicated former faculty left off. <strong>Principal Br. Thomas Schady<\/strong>,<strong> FMS<\/strong>, and<strong> President Richard Karsten \u201981<\/strong> are pleased to welcome <strong>Mr. Ed Cameron<\/strong> and <strong>Mr. Dennis Vellucci<\/strong> as Assistant Principals for Academics, joining incumbent <strong>Ms. MaryAnn Safrey<\/strong> in this very important and defining role. In accepting this new position, Mr. Cameron vacated his prior responsibilities as Director of Student Activities. Thankfully, student-favorite <strong>Mr. Jim Sheldon \u201988<\/strong> has stepped in to accept this position, which is crucial to the success of afterschool activities at Molloy. Along with Assistant Principal for Students<strong> Mr. Ken Auer<\/strong> and Administrative Assistant for Students <strong>Mr. Ed Shannon \u201884<\/strong>, Molloy boasts an experienced and dedicated administration that puts Molloy\u2019s students above all else. Elsewhere, several new teachers and staff members enter the fold, including <strong>Mrs. Daniela Jelcic<\/strong> who joins the Religion department, <strong>Ms. Kelly Edelman<\/strong> joining the English department and <strong>Ms. Kristin<\/strong> <strong>DeSantis<\/strong> joining Guidance. In addition, <strong>Mr. Will Armstrong<\/strong> is now an important part of Molloy\u2019s Finance team, <strong>Br. Joseph<\/strong> <strong>Sacino<\/strong>,<strong> FMS<\/strong>, arrives to provide his services to the Finance department as well as the Social Studies department, and <strong>Ms. Laura Sawyer \u201907<\/strong> returns to Molloy as IT Communications Coordinator. Molloy welcomes all of its new faculty and staff members and wishes them the very best as they begin their 2012\/13 school year.<\/p>\n<hr>\n<h2><strong><span style=\"color: #993300;\">Upcoming Events<\/span><\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignright wp-image-5954\" style=\"margin: 8px;\" title=\"The Honorable Charles J. Hynes '52\" src=\"http:\/\/thebeehive.molloyhs.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/09\/Charles_Hynes_PHOTO_WEB-281x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"177\" height=\"189\"><\/p>\n<h3><strong>An Evening with the Honorable Charles J. Hynes &#8217;52 <img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-2881\" title=\"NEW\" src=\"http:\/\/thebeehive.molloyhs.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/09\/NEW_FLASH_2-300x136.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"70\" height=\"32\"><\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/alumni.molloyhs.org\/events\/event_details.asp?id=260769\">Register Online Now!<\/a> The Molloy Lawyers Alumni Network is very pleased to welcome the <strong>Honorable Charles J. Hynes<\/strong> <strong>\u201852<\/strong> to Molloy\u2019s Ralph DeChiaro Theater for a special evening on Tuesday, October 23rd. The <a href=\"http:\/\/www.molloyhs.org\/inc.cfm?page=walloffame.index&amp;id=46\">Stanner Hall of Famer<\/a> will share his wisdom with fellow alumni and guests, speaking about his work as the District Attorney of Kings County as well as how his faith and experience at Molloy helped shape his career. A cocktail reception will precede and follow the program. This is an amazing opportunity to learn from one of our most distinguished alumni. Please register online by October 19th at <a href=\"http:\/\/alumni.molloyhs.org\/events\/event_details.asp?id=260769\">alumni.molloyhs.org<\/a>. A single online reservation is $15 while a registration at the door the day of the event will be $20.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<hr>\n<h3><strong><a href=\"http:\/\/thebeehive.molloyhs.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/09\/Softball_Reunion_Flyer_JPG_2012_WEB.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignright wp-image-6009\" style=\"border: 1px solid black; margin: 8px;\" src=\"http:\/\/thebeehive.molloyhs.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/09\/Softball_Reunion_Flyer_JPG_2012_WEB-231x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"208\" height=\"270\"><\/a>Molloy Softball Alumni Reunion<br \/>\n<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>Hey we miss you! Come home, come home! On Saturday, October 6th, Molloy will host a special 10th Anniversary Reunion for its softball alumni. Whether you logged 4 years, 1 year or 1 month playing for Coach <strong>Lou Santos<\/strong> or Coach <strong>Maureen Rosenbaum<\/strong>, you are invited to attend this very special event. Coach Santos also extends an invitation to all parents of softball alumni, remarking, \u201cThey are our greatest fan base, and we would love to have them attend.\u201d Festivities will get underway at 3:00pm with games and activities including a batting cage and soft hand egg toss, followed by the serving of cold and hot food at 4:00pm. Beer and wine will be available at 5pm for attending parents and alumni ages 21+. Softball alumni t-shirts will also be available (though supplies are limited). Admission to this event is $20 per person. Ten years ago Molloy\u2019s first softball teams began making an impact on the CHSAA. They are still going strong, having won Diocesan, City and State Championships as recently as 2011. Please join us on October 6th and show your pride for being a Stanner softball player.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<hr>\n<h3><strong>Stanner Alumni Reunion \u2013 Class Years Ending in 2 and 7!<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><strong><a href=\"http:\/\/thebeehive.molloyhs.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/05\/Molloy_ext_5.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignright wp-image-5282\" style=\"border: 1px solid black; margin: 8px;\" title=\"Archbishop Molloy High School\" src=\"http:\/\/thebeehive.molloyhs.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/05\/Molloy_ext_5-300x233.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"240\" height=\"186\"><\/a><a href=\"http:\/\/alumni.molloyhs.org\/events\/event_list.asp\">Register Online Now!<\/a> <\/strong>The Stanner Alumni Reunion is quickly approaching! Our alumni community will come together on Saturday, November 3rd here at Molloy to for an evening full of dinner, dancing, cocktails, stories and more. Most of our alumni are easy to track down as we approach our annual reunion, but sometimes it takes a little more digging to find some Stanners. Thankfully the Stanner Alumni Center works with many <strong>class officers<\/strong> who volunteer their time in an effort to find and recruit their classmates to attend the reunion. Class officers are extremely important, as they provide an additional resource of information as well as an extra set of hands to pick up the phone and make a call. Sometimes hearing from a close friend is all it takes to encourage a Stanner to travel from California to New York just to reunite. If you or one of your classmates is interested in acting as a class officer and helping us recruit attendees for the reunion, please call 718.441.9210.&nbsp;This year, classes ending in 2 and 7 will come together, including <strong>1942, 1947, 1952, 1957, 1962, 1967, 1972, 1977, 1982, 1987, 1992, 1997, 2002<\/strong> and <strong>2007<\/strong>. The evening program is as follows:<\/p>\n<p>5:00pm \u2013 Mass of Remembrance (Ralph DeChiaro Theater)<\/p>\n<p>6:00pm \u2013 25th, 50th &amp; 60th Anniversary Medal Presentations (Ralph DeChiaro Theater)<\/p>\n<p>6:45 pm \u2013 Cocktails, Dinner &amp; Dancing<\/p>\n<p>Single admission to the reunion is $100 while a couple can register for $150. The class of 1962 will enjoy complimentary admission along with a guest in honor of their 50th anniversary. The class of 2007 will receive a special reduced rate of $50 for a single admission and $100 for a couple\u2019s admission in honor of their 5th anniversary reunion. <a href=\"http:\/\/alumni.molloyhs.org\/events\/event_list.asp\">Click here<\/a> and find your class year to register online, or call the Stanner Alumni Center at 718.441.9210. Be sure to call us with any questions regarding hotels and other travel accommodations as well. We hope to see you on the 3rd!<\/p>\n<hr>\n<h3><strong>25th Anniversary Andrew Harvey Memorial 5K Fun Run<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><em>by Frank Gambino \u201874<\/em><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/thebeehive.molloyhs.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2010\/10\/Harvey.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignright size-thumbnail wp-image-88\" style=\"border: 1px solid black; margin: 8px;\" title=\"Andrew Harvey '98\" src=\"http:\/\/thebeehive.molloyhs.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2010\/10\/Harvey-e1339441964633-138x150.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"138\" height=\"150\"><\/a><a href=\"http:\/\/alumni.molloyhs.org\/events\/event_details.asp?id=113065\">Register Online Now!<\/a> In less than one month, on October 7th, Molloy will host its 25th Anniversary Andrew Harvey Memorial 5K Fun Run. In 1997 the race was renamed in memory of Andrew Harvey, a beloved Molloy student and track athlete. We are hoping for a record number of participants at this year\u2019s milestone event so that we can not only come together as a community as we so often do, but so we can continue to keep Andrew\u2019s memory alive in our hearts. One goal of ours is to have at least one alumnus from each of the last 25 years entered in this run \u2013 a true display of the dedication our Stanner Alumni have for their alma mater and for each other. We have a collection of shirts from previous races as well as a new shirt design for 2012, and we\u2019d like to take a commemorative photo of 25 people wearing these shirts. We will also be taking a picture of all race participants to commemorate this event. So please mark October 7th on your calendars and help us make this year\u2019s run a truly special day.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-4488\" title=\"Alumni Updates\" src=\"http:\/\/thebeehive.molloyhs.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/03\/Alumni_Updates_WEB_2p0.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"620\" height=\"49\"><\/p>\n<h2><strong><span style=\"color: #006699;\">Non scholae sed vitae<\/span><\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/thebeehive.molloyhs.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/09\/Andrew_Kathriner_07_WEB.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignright wp-image-5950\" style=\"border: 1px solid black; margin: 8px;\" title=\"Andrew Kathriner '07\" src=\"http:\/\/thebeehive.molloyhs.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/09\/Andrew_Kathriner_07_WEB-300x241.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"270\" height=\"217\"><\/a>Open up National Geographic Magazine and you may find a fascinating article about some faraway land, a place your mind has only visited with the help of books or television. Someday you may open up to a story about <strong>Andrew Kathriner \u201907<\/strong>, a Stonybrook University alum with a BA in Biology and well over 4 years of research under his belt. Shortly after graduating, Andrew found himself working with a company specializing in micro-optics \u2013 one which has serviced Molloy\u2019s microscopes for 20 years. It was no secret Andrew was happy to be back at Molloy during the company\u2019s recent visit to the school \u2013 considering <strong>Mr.<\/strong> <strong>Stoltz &#8217;86<\/strong>, <strong>Mr. Lombardi<\/strong>, <strong>Mr. DeMarco<\/strong>, <strong>Br. Aquinas<\/strong> and others were big influences in building his passion for science. Knowing this, Andrew\u2019s boss made sure the proud researcher paid a visit to the Stanner Alumni Center to share his amazing story.<\/p>\n<p>Andrew was approached by one of his Stonybrook professors who had been well aware of his passion. The professor presented Andrew with&nbsp;a once in a lifetime opportunity: an undergrad research project sponsored by the Smithsonian Institute and taking place in East Timor, a country that is part of the Indonesian island chain. While there Andrew would collect animal specimens, potentially discover new species, aid local conservation efforts and later present his findings in writing. \u201cI couldn\u2019t pass it up,\u201d said Andrew, who suddenly found himself stepping carefully past 15 foot pythons, lizards gliding from treetop to treetop, and many other interesting creatures in the summer of 2010. \u201cWe found tons of new species,\u201d Andrew explains. \u201cThat is significant because it had been 80 years since East Timor had officially surveyed its animal population. I met with the President of East Timor to discuss the country\u2019s conservation efforts, and my group worked with the government to set up a national park as well.\u201d Upon returning from the trip, Andrew was able to present his research through two co-authorship articles published by the Asian Herpetological Journal as well as in other peer-reviewed scientific journals.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/thebeehive.molloyhs.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/09\/Andrew_Kathriner_TIMOR_2.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignleft size-medium wp-image-5952\" style=\"border: 1px solid black; margin: 8px;\" title=\"Andrew Kathriner '07 holds a reptilian specimen during his research in East Timor\" src=\"http:\/\/thebeehive.molloyhs.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/09\/Andrew_Kathriner_TIMOR_2-300x225.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"225\"><\/a>With hands-on experience in tow, Andrew enrolled at Villanova to pursue a Masters Project. He is currently studying under and working with Professor Aaron Bauer, known worldwide for his work as a Herpetologist (one who studies amphibians and reptiles). Andrew applied for grants through Villanova and was offered full tuition as well as an opportunity to teach General Biology to undergrad students. \u201cTeaching is a great experience. I run a lab session for 3 hours twice a week and gear it more toward field research.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Andrew just finished up his second tour of duty in East Timor on July 15th in which he explored districts previously untouched. His team was able to collect and document dozens of new and exciting specimens. This time upon returning to North America, Andrew wound up in Vancouver to attend the World Congress of Herpetology. While there, Andrew spoke about his research in East Timor, including the presentation of a new species of bent-toed gecko that he discovered in 2010. Andrew\u2019s upcoming plans are to graduate from Villanova in 2013 and apply to a PhD program either in the United States or abroad. While camping out, wading through rice paddies, collecting snakes and studying salt water crocodiles and ground vipers might seem like a bit of a chore to some, Andrew wouldn\u2019t have it any other way.<\/p>\n<hr>\n<h2><strong><span style=\"color: #006699;\">Class Updates<\/span><\/strong><\/h2>\n<h3><strong>Molloy Graduates Dedicate Church Flagpole to a 9\/11 Hero<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><em>By <\/em><em>Adam Sasiadek<\/em><em> \u201902<\/em><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/thebeehive.molloyhs.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/09\/Cawley_Flagpole_1.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignright wp-image-5979\" style=\"border: 1px solid black; margin: 8px;\" title=\"Scene from the Flagpole Dedication for Firefighter Michael J. Cawley '87\" src=\"http:\/\/thebeehive.molloyhs.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/09\/Cawley_Flagpole_1-300x255.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"270\" height=\"230\"><\/a>On Sunday, September 9th, 2012, <strong>Adam Sasiadek<\/strong><strong> \u201802<\/strong> and <strong>Brian Hilley \u201902<\/strong>, members of the Olympia Council of the Knights of Columbus, led a flagpole dedication ceremony at Mary\u2019s Nativity Church in Flushing, New York in honor of firefighter <strong>Michael J. Cawley \u201887<\/strong>, who perished at the World Trade Center on 9\/11\/01. Adam Sasiadek is the Grand Knight of Olympia Council and Brian is the immediate Past Grand Knight. They were both students at Molloy on September 11, 2001, and together they helped organize the dedication event to honor Michael Cawley. Michael\u2019s parents, who have established a foundation that provides scholarships to Molloy students, attended the Mass and dedication ceremony, along with Michael\u2019s family and friends. At least 30 members of the FDNY in full dress uniform were also in attendance, including members of Rescue Company 4, which is the company that Michael worked with.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/thebeehive.molloyhs.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/09\/Flagpole_Dedication_3.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignleft wp-image-5990\" style=\"border: 1px solid black; margin: 8px;\" title=\"Memorial plaque honoring Firefighter Michael J. Cawley '87\" src=\"http:\/\/thebeehive.molloyhs.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/09\/Flagpole_Dedication_3-300x262.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"210\" height=\"183\"><\/a>Most Stanners are probably familiar with Mary\u2019s Nativity Church.&nbsp; It is where Molloy has its Graduation Mass each year. Since the church did not have a flagpole, Olympia Council donated one to the parish and arranged its installation. In a moving ceremony, the American flag, the POW-MIA flag, and the Vatican flag were raised for the first time at Mary\u2019s Nativity on September 9th.&nbsp; A member of the FDNY raised each flag. As Adam read a brief description of Michael Cawley\u2019s heroism on 9\/11. Next to the flagpole is a memorial stone, which dedicates the pole to the memory of Michael Cawley and all those who died on 9\/11. In Adam\u2019s words, \u201cMay we remember our Stanners who were lost: <strong>Richard D. Allen \u201988, FDNY<\/strong>, <strong>Thomas J. Ashton \u201997<\/strong>, <strong>Joseph J. Berry \u201964<\/strong>, <strong>Michael J. Cawley \u201987, FDNY<\/strong>, <strong>Batt. Chief<\/strong> <strong>Thomas P. DeAngelis \u201968, FDNY<\/strong>, <strong>William A. Gardner \u201973<\/strong>, <strong>Scott Larsen, parent, FDNY<\/strong>, <strong>Ralph M. Licciardi \u201989<\/strong>, <strong>Lt.<\/strong> <strong>Robert B. Nagel \u201963 FDNY<\/strong>, <strong>Lt.<\/strong> <strong>Robert M. Regan \u201971 FDNY<\/strong>, <strong>Mr.<\/strong> <strong>Mark Rosen, parent, Robert L. Scandole \u201983<\/strong>, <strong>Capt.<\/strong> <strong>Patrick J. Waters \u201974, parent, FDNY<\/strong>, and <strong>Timothy M. Welty \u201985 FDNY<\/strong>. Let us also remember all those injured or in any way affected by the attack of 9\/11, and that each of them experiences the peace of Christ.\u201d<\/p>\n<hr>\n<h3><strong><a href=\"http:\/\/thebeehive.molloyhs.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/09\/John_Sanful.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignright wp-image-5988\" style=\"border: 1px solid black; margin: 8px;\" title=\"John_Sanful\" src=\"http:\/\/thebeehive.molloyhs.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/09\/John_Sanful-300x201.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"240\" height=\"161\"><\/a>\u201986 Grad Closes NASDAQ Trading Day<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><strong>John Sanful \u201986<\/strong> and his organization Ice Hockey in Harlem helped close the NASDAQ trading day on August 16th by ringing the final bell at 4pm EST. In attendance were Ice Hockey in Harlem students, board members and friends along with Burst Mobile, a partnering company. John and his organization were very excited to have the opportunity receive this special recognition. \u201cIt is just another special moment during our yearlong initiative celebrating Ice Hockey in Harlem&#8217;s 25th anniversary,\u201d says John.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-4489\" title=\"In Memoriam\" src=\"http:\/\/thebeehive.molloyhs.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/03\/In_Memoriam_WEB_2p0.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"620\" height=\"55\"><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-99\" title=\"Catholic Cross\" src=\"http:\/\/thebeehive.molloyhs.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2010\/10\/Catholic_Cross_Web.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"28\" height=\"44\">Patrick Burke Esq. asks the Stanner Community to pray for <strong>Ms. Anna T. Hughes<\/strong>. Ms. Hughes left a gift to Molloy, and she wishes her gift to &#8220;be used to support Catholic education in New York State.&#8221; Archbishop Molloy High School, recipient of this gift, will in accordance with Ms. Hughes&#8217; wishes use this gift for the benefit of its students educational activities, or otherwise improve the students&#8217; educational experience.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-99\" title=\"Catholic Cross\" src=\"http:\/\/thebeehive.molloyhs.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2010\/10\/Catholic_Cross_Web.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"28\" height=\"44\">We are saddened to share news of the passing of <strong>Martha Corey-Ochoa<\/strong>, daughter of George Ochoa \u201977. Please keep Martha and her family in your prayers during this difficult time.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-99\" title=\"Catholic Cross\" src=\"http:\/\/thebeehive.molloyhs.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2010\/10\/Catholic_Cross_Web.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"28\" height=\"44\">We received news that <strong>Thomas Lenihan, <\/strong>St. Ann\u2019s Academy Class of 1952, passed away on June 18th. Thomas was very involved with the Stanner alumni community and visited the school often to take part in the St. Ann\u2019s Communion Breakfast whenever possible. Please pray for Thomas.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-99\" title=\"Catholic Cross\" src=\"http:\/\/thebeehive.molloyhs.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2010\/10\/Catholic_Cross_Web.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"28\" height=\"44\">We ask that the Stanner community please pray for the repose of the soul of <strong>Daniel Fernandez<\/strong>, a junior student at St. Francis Prep who was killed in a tragic accident earlier this month. Please also pray for Daniel\u2019s family, that they may find comfort during this great time of sorrow.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Around the School Class of 2016 By The Numbers On Wednesday, September 5th, Archbishop Molloy High School welcomed the Class of 2016 for the very first time. 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