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Chaplain Fr. Sebastian Leonard, O.S.B. and Headmaster Tom Sheehy installed 12 new Sacristans at Mass on May 29. Front row, l-r: Lindsay Gersky, Clara Barnett, Brooks Dwyer, Tom Harrison, Logan Pettinato, E. Michael Woods. Back row, l-r: Tom Sheehy, Joe Najm, Seth Menghi, Joe Hochrein, Nic Pierog, Brian LaMuraglia, Fr. Sebastian. (Unable to attend: Brittany Romagnoli.)

Canterbury students and faculty volunteered on May 15 to serve as timers, life guards, and score assistants for the Northwest (CT) Regional Games in the School’s William W. Higgins ’53 Aquatic Center. Special Olympians from around the state and New York competed in a full spectrum of swim events. Volunteers cheered on the swimmers, offered them high-fives and encouragement, and calmed competitors’ pre-event jitters. Above, l-r: Caitlyn Everett ’13, Jen Morgan ’11, Special Olympian, Sara Carioscia ’13. Amy Bortey ’13 was one of 10 students

who volunteered for a week in June to repair homes in rural Appalachia.New Sacristans Named

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Model Citizens

Abby Omaña and Grace LaVigne show off their communion dresses at the annual nursing home fashion show in May.

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Sixth Formers Reflect on Transition and Change

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Bishop Rosazza Confirms Students

Bishop Peter Rosazza confirms Vincent Turnbull ’14, one of 22 Canterbury students confirmed on May 12.

The LaVigne family poses with Bishop Rosazza. Front row, l-r: Tracy Garcia-LaVigne, Bishop Rosazza, Ally ’14 and Lily. Back row, l-r: Grace, Mary, Jonah, and Peter.

Appropriately centering on the theme of “Transition and Change,” the Sixth Form retreat took students through a series of large- and small-group discussions and exercises led by members of the Theology Department, Math Chair Sue Roberts, and physics teacher Bil Sanford. Sacristans (and non-sacristans Jen Morgan and Shane Wilson) assisted and helped lead discussions.

The program began in Steele Hall dining room, where lead retreat facilitator Cynthia Willmen explained to Sixth Formers the retreat’s purpose and schedule. Students then broke into groups in several meeting rooms on campus for a series of 45-minute sessions, one of which took place in the Chapel of Our Lady. There, students had an opportunity to reflect on the transitions and changes they’ve gone through already and those they have yet to experience. At 11:40, they regrouped in the Chapel for Mass, celebrated by Fr. Sebastian Leonard, O.S.B., Canterbury’s chaplain. In his brief homily, he urged students to keep Christ in their lives while they are in college.

Matt Rakoczy ’11 participates in a small-group discussion during the Sixth Form retreat on April 13. “The retreat attempted to make Sixth Formers think about the next big phase of their lives and reflect on the time they’ve spent at Canterbury,” says Cynthia Willmen, lead retreat facilitator.

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Giving Words of Advice

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Drawing on his 40 years of service to Canterbury School, JP Mandler spoke to Sixth Formers at the annual Faculty/Sixth Form Dinner on May 24. He compared and contrasted the School he arrived at with the School today.

“The most important expectations you can have are the ones you set for yourself,” said Anne Weber Kohart ’05 to the members of the 2010-2011 Canterbury Honor Society on Monday evening, May 16, at the organization’s annual dinner. She added that she learned from her Canterbury teachers that she should never stop striving for her personal best. After graduating from Wellesley College, Anne earned a master’s degree in education and today is a teacher.

Nine Fifth Formers received book awards at the annual Academic Awards Assembly on May 26. Front row, l-r: Bosuk Lee, Stephanie Powdar, Hyeon Min Kim, Lindsey Marra, Minhye Choi. Back row, l-r: Logan Pettinato, Joe Hochrein, Seth Menghi, Mackenzie LaManna.

Students Receive Honors at Awards Assembly

Top, Logan Pettinato ’12 receives the Dr. Nelson Hume Outstanding Speaker Award from Wright Danenbarger. Above, Audrey Duquette ’13 receives the James D. Higgins ’44 History Thesis Award from Tom Sheehy.

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Capstone Speakers on Faith and Reason

In this year’s capstone course, organized by the Theology Department, students examined the topic “Faith and Reason.” In addition to their regular theology classes, the students met once a week in Steele Hall Lecture Room to listen to a guest lecturer discuss the topic. Lecturers included (top left) Jan Flaska, a former Canterbury faculty member and currently a theology teacher at Deerfield Academy; (top right) Thomas J. Craughwell, author of more than a dozen books, including Saints Behaving Badly; (above left) Jonathan Diamond of Canterbury’s History Department; and (above right) Frank Bice ’77, a former Canterbury faculty member and now a motivational speaker.

In addition, Geoffrey Vaughan, Associate Professor of Political Science and Director of the Fortin and Gonthier Foundations of Western Civilization Program at Assumption College, spoke to capstone students.

The course was designed to present to Sixth Formers a broader perspective on the relationship between faith and reason as expressed and encountered in theology, literature, the sciences, and fine arts.

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Lindsey Marra ’12, Julie Marra, Kacey Marra ’13.

Mary Fetchet, Founding Director of Voices of September 11th.

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Women of Canterbury held its annual dinner on April 15 in Steele Hall Dining Room. More than 200 women from the Canterbury community attended the event that featured a guest speaker and the presentation of the Woman of the Year award.

The evening’s guest speaker was Mary Fetchet, Founding Director of Voices of September 11th, an advocacy group that provides resources and support. A professional social worker and former educator, Ms. Fetchet co-founded the 9/11 organization following the death of her 24-year-old son, Brad, in the attacks on the World Trade Center. In her speech, Ms. Fetchet said, “I feel I have a moral obligation to do this work. I urge you girls to embrace new opportunities, because when you help one person, you help many.”

Linda Labet, right, a longtime School nurse, received the Woman of the Year award, which is given to a Canterbury woman who has influenced the lives of the female students and whose accomplishments reflect wisdom, compassion, and selflessness.

Caitlin Cass ’07 and sister Kathleen ’11 with grandmother Anna Conroy and mother Kathleen Conroy Cass.

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Women Gather to Hear Mary Fetchet’s Message

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Prom-Goers Enjoy a Night to Remember

Perhaps feeling more like celebrities than prom-goers, students pose for photos while parents snap away. The pre-prom gathering took place at the Athletic Center before students headed to the Amber Room in Danbury on May 22. Students looking at camera, l-r: Nick Cornell ’11, Taylor Sekelsky ’11, Sarah Sokol ’11, Cory Salatino ’12. Sixth Formers Graham Henderson and Maggie Wiatr were crowned prom king and queen.

A Canterbury first: triplets attend the prom. Fifth Formers John, Krista, and Bobby O’Gara pose with their parents, John and Theresa, at the pre-prom event.

Stacie DeGrazia ’12 and her date Patrick Wentz ’11.

Shane Wilson ’11 and his date Leigh Getz ’11.

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Something for Everyone: A Funny Thing Happened

The cast completes “Comedy Tonight,” the opening number.

Zach Hutton ’11(Hysterium), Siobhan Manrique ’11 (Domina). EJ Ebner ’13 (Senex).

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May 6 - 7, 2011Maguire Auditorium

Tom Harrison ’12 (Hero), Hayley Pettinato ’14 (Philia), Logan Pettinato ’12 (Pseudolus).

Joe Najm ’12 (Miles Gloriosus) is flanked by his retinue Peter Bergner ’14, Brian LaMuraglia ’12, Sam Portelance ’14, and Oliver Martinez ’12.

Michael Balcom ’12 (Lycus). Cory Salatino ’12 (Erronius). Logan Pettinato, Brieanna Brown ’11 (Gymnasia).

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Wright Danenbarger, English Chair and coach, received the 2011 Cantuarian dedication on May 17.

Following a series of workshops on the college admission process, students and parents took advantage of the spring college fair. More than 90 colleges and university representatives gathered in Pigott Arena to answer questions and provide information about their schools. Above, James McCann ’12 and his mom, Tara, investigate colleges.

College Fair Gives Students, Parents Advantage Drew Carter, this year’s keynote speaker and Associate Director of Admissions at College of the Holy Cross, provided the secrets of college acceptance at this year’s college workshops and fair.

He urged students to enjoy the process and increase their chances of acceptance. He suggested how students should achieve those goals. “Identify the factors all schools look at in determining a student’s admission, come to grips with the fact that most factors are out of your control, and focus on three factors you do have control over,” said Drew. “You can control the amount of energy and effort you put into your courses, choose to have a campus tour and interview, and put energy and effort into your applications and essays.”

A record number of grandparents attended the 16th annual Grandparents’ Day on May 4. They attended a few classes and had lunch in Steele Hall Dining Room. Above, Holly Heffernan ’12 with her grandmother Joan Heffernan, widow of Paul ’49.

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Siobhan Manrique ’11 and Phoebe Tian ’11 exhibited a year’s output of work in the Edward J. Duffy Family Gallery in May. The show was the culmination of their intense AP Studio Art course. They pose with Fine Arts Chair Kim Tester and art teacher Marsha Doran.

Canterbury Chorale members Ally LaVigne ’14 and Meagan Kendrick ’12 enjoy performing in Songs of Spring on May 19.

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Three Canterbury music groups, Blues Band, Concert Jazz Band, and Jazz Combo, performed a rousing program on April 19 in the L. Michael Sheehy ’56 Choral Classroom. A surprise performance by the String Band, which formed only two weeks prior, highlighted the evening. Above, Dave Overthrow, Director of Jazz Studies, conducts the Concert Jazz Band.

Making Music AP Art Students Exhibit

Taking Note

Josephine Purdy ’14 was one of 22 members of the Canterbury Orchestra who played in a concert on May 16.

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ATHLETES OF THE WEEKAshley Bonner ’11Girls’ Varsity Tennis

Alice Bouchard ’14Varsity Crew

Niall Cahill ’11Boys’ Varsity Lacrosse

Sara Carioscia ’13Varsity Crew

Christina Cotte ’13Varsity Track and Field

Stacie DeGrazia ’12Varsity Track and Field

Christopher DeNunzio ’11Varsity Track and Field

AJ DiRienzo ’12Varsity Baseball

Recipients of the Alumni Awards. Front row, l-r: Ally LaVigne ’14 (Nicholas DiTullio ’01 Award), Leigh Getz ’11 (Horace E. Tennes Girls’ Tennis Award), Shane Wilson ’11 (Giuseppe Leto ’97 Wrestling Award), Patrick Phalen ’11 (C.T. Fisher ’72 Boys’ Soccer Award). Back row, l-r: Brian Vatelle ’11 (John Confort ’70 Football Award), Alejandro Baza ’11 (William Stephanak ’78 Boys’ Tennis Trophy), Elliot Chandler ’11 (Giuseppe Leto ’97 Wrestling Award).

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Brooks Dwyer ’12Varsity Baseball

Devan Embelton ’13Varsity Softball

Leigh Getz ’11Girls’ Varsity Tennis

Conner Johnson ’11Varsity Baseball

Jessica Troilo ’11Varsity Softball

Matthew Rakoczy ’11Boys’ Varsity Lacrosse

Maggie Wiatr ’11Girls’ Varsity Lacrosse

Christopher Wiatr ’11Varsity Golf

Recipients of the Sixth Form Athletic Awards. Front row, l-r: Anna Bukowski (Most Improved Athlete), Chris Fernandez (Best All-Around Athlete), Leigh Getz (Charles R. Huntington Scholar-Athlete Award), Jen Morgan (Best All-Around Athlete), Ashley Bonner (Best Leadership), Olivia Hoess (Most Improved Athlete). Back row, l-r: Chris DeNunzio (Robert M. Steele ’72 Scholar-Athlete Award), Chris Wiatr (Best Leadership), Patrick Wentz (Best Sportsmanship), Elliot Chandler (Best Sportsmanship), Maggie Wiatr (Best Sportsmanship), Shane Wilson (Most Improved Athlete).

Students Honored with Athletic Awards

Varsity Softball played a very memorable championship game to end a very memorable season. The team beat Suffield, 3-2, in a home contest on May 22, to win the Western New England Championship and finish the season 14-0. The victory marked Canterbury’s first softball championship in school history.

The victory was particularly sweet because one year ago the team suffered a loss in the tournament as the highest seeded team over a call that head coach Ken Parson referred to as “questionable.” The team, consisting of many returning players, vowed that this would not happen to them again.

“This was one of those magical seasons where everything came together – experience, chemistry, selflessness, talent, and a higher power – to help us accomplish our mission,” said coach Ken Parson. “I have never had a group of players that were more focused on a goal yet enjoyed the journey so much. We will return five of our nine starters next year, including our pitcher and a very experienced catcher, so I expect the team to be very competitive again.”

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Students Honoredat Spring Awards

GIRLS’ VARSITY TRACK & FIELDCoach’s Award: Christina Cotte ’13,Brittney Hester ’13M.V.P.: Stacie DeGrazia ’12

BOYS’ VARSITY TRACK & FIELDCoach’s Award: Alex Ma ’11, Patrick Wentz ’11M.V.P.: Christopher DeNunzio ’11,Andrew Nolan ’12

BOYS’ VARSITY LACROSSECoach’s Award: Niall Cahill ’11M.V.P.: Matthew Rakoczy ’11

BOYS’ J.V. LACROSSECoach’s Award: Nicholas DiMauro ’11

BOYS’ THIRDS LACROSSECoach’s Award: Vincent Vartabedian ’11

GIRLS’ VARSITY LACROSSECoach’s Award: Ashley Bonner ’11M.V.P.: Maggie Wiatr ’11

GIRLS’ J.V. LACROSSECoach’s Award: Allyson LaVigne ’14

VARSITY GOLFCoach’s Award: Christopher Wiatr ’11M.V.P.: Christopher Wiatr ’11

J.V. GOLFCoach’s Award: Zachary Buzaid ’11

VARSITY SOFTBALLCoach’s Award: Olivia Hoess ’11M.V.P.: Jessica Troilo ’11,Justine Valentino ’12

J.V. SOFTBALLCoach’s Award: Amy Bortey ’13

VARSITY BASEBALLM.V.P.: Connor Chatterton ’11,Christopher Fernandez ’11

J.V. BASEBALLCoach’s Award: Christopher Anderson ’14,Christopher Bohling ’14

GIRLS’ VARSITY TENNISCoach’s Award: Feng “Blake” Ye ’12M.V.P.: Leigh Getz ’11

GIRLS’ J.V. TENNISCoach’s Award: Ashley Miller ’13

BOYS’ VARSITY TENNISCoach’s Award: E. Michael Woods ’12M.V.P.: Alejandro Baza ’11

BOYS’ J.V. TENNISCoach’s Award: Brian Kim ’13

BOYS’ VARSITY CREWCoach’s Award: Peter Berry ’13,Seth Menghi ’12M.V.P.: Elliot Chandler ’11

BOYS’ NOVICE CREWCoach’s Award: Ryan Healy ’12

GIRLS’ VARSITY CREWCoach’s Award:Kathryn Habib ’11M.V.P.: Heather Norris ’12

GIRLS’ NOVICE CREWCoach’s Award: Alice Bouchard ’14