Stella Maris MonthlyMary Star of the Sea High School

The Source of the StarsVolume 23, No.9 May 2019

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Rector’s MessageRev. Nicholas Tacito, O.PraemDear Parents, Students and Friends,

May is the month dedicated to Mary, the Mother of God and the patroness of our school. Devotion to Mary has always been an ancient tradition of our faith. She is the greatest saint in heaven, being full of grace and holiness from the first moment of her existence, since she was destined to be the Mother of God. Her holiness exceeds that of all the angels and saints combined. What a powerful patroness our school has.

One of the best ways to show devotion to Mary is by praying the rosary. The rosary is a simple scriptural prayer during which we meditate upon the mysteries of Christ’s life. It is also a powerful spiritual weapon through which many graces are granted to our families, school, community and nation. Our Lady of Fatima, in 1917, requested that everyone “say the rosary every day to obtain peace for the world.” In the light of the world difficulties, it is certainly an opportune time to heed her request.

I especially encourage families to pray the rosary together during this month of May. Remember the words of our Lord, “Where two or three are gathered in my name, there am I in their midst (Mt. 18,20).” The blessings obtained through family prayer are many. Above all, it bonds the family together in Christ. As the famous “Rosary Priest,” Rev. Patrick Peyton of beloved memory so simply stated, “the family that prays together stays together.”

Let us all make an effort this month to spend some extra time fostering devotion to Mary, especially focusing on the family rosary. It is one of the simplest and strongest ways to strengthen our school’s community at Mary Star.

Dear Parents, Guardians and Friends, This month shines a spotlight on academic achievements! Our seniors prepare for the end of their high school career, the school hosts its final Parent/Teacher

Conference of the year and the Academic Awards Ceremony honors the successes of all grade levels. Parents and teachers alike must continue to motivate our students to excel in their studies and God-given potential through participation, cooperation and fortitude. Now is the perfect time to monitor PowerSchool and teachers’ web pages to keep abreast of missing and upcoming assignments.

Our Advanced Placement students will be taking AP tests in Calculus, English Language, English Literature, Environmental Science, Physics, Spanish Language, U.S. Government, and U.S. History this month. Many of our seniors are taking three or four AP Exams! Passing scores on these exams allow students to earn high school and possibly college credit. Please pray for these students as they undergo these rigorous exams. We ask that teachers or students not disturb testing as signs will be posted.

We will honor around 200 students at the Academic Awards Ceremony, Thursday, May 16 on our campus. Invitations to families of students being awarded will be sent in the mail. Guests will enjoy a selection of desserts and coffee at an affordable price.

The countdown has begun for the Class of 2019 Grad Night and Final Exams at month’s end. Details about the Commencement Exercise and related graduation activities will be mailed to each senior parent shortly. It is my hope that every senior student will celebrate his/her graduation from Mary Star of the Sea in a joyful yet respectful way. Best wishes to the Class of 2019.

Mary Star of the SeaHigh School

2500 N. Taper AvenueSan Pedro, CA 90731

310-547-1138Fax: 310-547-1827

e-mail:marystarhigh@aol.com

website:www.marystarhigh.com

Principal’s MessageMs. Rita Dever

Sincerely in Mary, Star of the Sea,

Ms. Rita DeverPrincipal

In Mary, Star of the Sea,

Rev. Nicholas Tacito, O.Praem.Rector

Early DismissalFriday, May 312:09 p.m.

Monday, May 612:09 p.m.

Monday, May 1312:09 p.m

Tuesday, May 281:35 p.m

Wednesday, May 291:35 p.m

No SchoolFriday, May 17

Monday, May 27Friday, May 31

The Fabulous Forties

The 30th AnnualA Night of a Thousand Stars

Bene�ting Mary Star of the Sea High School

The Fabulous Forties

May 4, 2019Auctions Entertainment Dinner

Proceeds support scholarships, athletic and academic programs

Our annual Raffle Ticket drive supporting A Night of a Thousand Stars has begun! All families must participate - each student is required to purchase or sell at least one sheet of tickets (10 tickets). Parents will be billed for any unsold tickets at the end of the school year. Ticket prices are: $10 each / 3 for $20 / 10 for $50. This effort greatly helps our school raise money needed for financial aid for our families and academic programs. Click HERE

Opportunity Knocks

for details and incentives. Click Here for printable sheet of tickets.

Sponsor a TableOpportunities are still available to sponsor a table at A Night of a Thousand Stars. For more information contact Jeanna Alves at 310-547-1138 or email questions to development@marystarhigh.com.

Volunteer Opportunities for the EventFriday, May 3, Saturday, May 4 and Sunday, May 5 - Help is still needed for set-up, serving, and clean-up. Please contact Jeanna Alves at 310-547-1138 or email, jalvez@marystarhigh.com.

A Night of a Thousand StarsMay 4, 2019

We invite all to attend this special event that raises much needed funds for our school. Please contact Mrs. Alves at 310-547-1138 ext. 204 to purchase tickets ($175 per person). Proceeds benefit tuition assistance, academic and athletic programs. Please click HERE for more details.

Academic AwardsBanquet

The Awards Ceremony is scheduled for Thursday,

May 16 starting at 6 p.m. We recognize the

academic achievements of the Mary Star

student body and issue Scholarships and Awards

to our graduating seniors. Invitations will

be sent in the mail.

Senior Final ExamsSeniors take their final exams on May 28 and May 29. Please check the May calendar for the schedule. There is

no school for seniors on Thursday, May 30.

Fine Arts Night 2019, organized by Mrs. Andrie and Ms. Medina, exhibited a variety of art genres. Students of Mary Star High School displayed their creative talents through dance, music, vocals, visual arts and concluded with a performance of Act 1 from Into the Woods. In addition to these performances, the MSHS community was able to take the opportunity to view excellent art pieces from Ms. Medina’s Art students and the Dance classes. Great job Stars!

Mary Star Students show off Talent at Fine Arts Night 2019

MSHS Activities Activities Director - Mrs. Anna Andrie

Choosing to ShineIt is with great appreciation that we recognize our student leaders who were instrumental in creating a positive and fun-filled year for our student body. Our Student Council members will be honored at a luncheon on May 20th. We will take a walk down memory lane of the activities that will forever be in our hearts of the year 2018-2019. Moderators of each class will be given special thanks for their time and dedication to serving the students. THANKS STARS!

“Bon Voyage” – Prom 2019 The Junior Class will be hosting “Bon Voyage,” our 2019 Prom on May 10, 2019 at The Reef Restaurant in Long Beach. Students will enjoy a buffet dinner, dancing, and the crowning of the Prom King and Queen.

MSHS PROM 2019 “Bon Voyage”

May 10, 20197 pm - 11 pm

Reef on the Water Restaurant880 S. Harbor Scenic Drive

Long Beach, 90802

Important Dates for 2019-2020

Click here to see the important dates for the 2019-2020 school year.

Catholic Wisdom“Suffering is a sign of

love, because it was

chosen by the Father to

show us that he loved

the world when he gave

up His Son to die for

us. In that way, through

Christ’s life, suffering

proved to be a gift, the

greatest gift of love,

because through His

suffering our sins were

atoned for.”

-Mother Teresa

It’s Grad Bash 2019 at Universal Studios HollywoodThis year our Senior Class will be experiencing an end of the year adventure at Universal Studios Hollywood for Grad Bash 2019. On, May 17th, they will have the opportunity to enjoy the rides, dance venues and good wholesome fun before they graduate at the end of the month. For some students, this will be their first time experiencing the thrill of the park and they look forward to Harry Potter land. Students will be receiving their Grad Bash instructions the week of the event. Any further questions, please email Mrs. Andrie.

On May 2nd, the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration will be hosting a Youth Summit focusing on the nation’s growing opioid epidemic at the Dolby Theatre in Hollywood. Ten student officers along with 2 teachers will attend this event and listen to presentations that will bring awareness revolving around the concepts of self-empowerment and making healthy choices when facing substance use and abuse as it relates to the ongoing opioid epidemic. Mary Star of the Sea will also be highlighted as one of our Freshman students, Therese Duenas

DEA 360 Youth Summit 2019

was chosen to sing the National Anthem to open this event. She will sing in front of 2500 high school students, 240 academic staff and 600 various dignitaries. The students hope to bring back information on how to tackle the cycle of violence and addiction and share it with their greater community.

«Prom Attire: Prom takes places this month, and the attire is formal. Ladies must be careful to select appropriate long dresses when shopping for prom dresses; this includes no revealing slits or décolleté. T-shirts will be provided to girls whose dresses are deemed too low cut and revealing. Additionally, students will be sent home if they are dressed inappropriately. Please review the “Guideline for Homecoming Dance and Prom” on page 70 of the Parent-Student Handbook. If you have questions or would like to have the dress approved, please see Ms. Sabra.

«Valuables: Please keep all valuables including cell phones, iPods and laptops, locked in your locker at all times with a secure lock. Preferably - do not bring them to school! Please also keep your backpacks and belongings with you. The school is not responsible for lost or stolen items.

«Cell Phones: The school prohibits the use of cell phones during school hours for obvious reasons. Please review the Cell Phone Policy on page 49 of the Parent-Student Handbook which clearly indicates the issuance of a Dean’s Detention and a $5 fine for confiscated cell phones. The fine increases to $20 for repeat offenders.

«Grad Nite: The school has distributed Grad Nite packets to all seniors; please review the guidelines for this special night. We expect everyone to act responsibly and to dress appropriately according to the school’s dress code. Note: Seniors MAY NOT drive and a PARENT must pick them up at school.

«Driving Policy: Parents and students are driving TOO FAST on Taper Avenue and through the neighborhood. Please follow all traffic laws and use good judgement in driving safely.

A Note from the Dean - Ms. Shelly Sabra

MARY STAR HIGH SCHOOL Now Accepting Applications For 2019-2020Apply Now!

2019-2020

The High School is now accepting applications for the 2019-2020 School Year. Please visit

www.marystarhigh.com or call 310-547-1138for information and applications.

Volunteer NewsThe new recording period for parent volunteer hours begins May 1. Hours served for Night of a 1000 Stars may be credited for this school year (2018-2019) or for the next school year (2019-2020).Upcoming Volunteer Opportunities include:

• Night of 1000 Stars - Wednesday, May 1 through Sunday, May 5 - Help is still needed for set-up, serving, and clean-up. Please contact Jeanna Alves, @310 547-1138 or email, jalves@marystarhigh.com.

• Marian Celebration - Friday, May 24 from 9:30am - 1:30pm - *We need parents to volunteer for this special day on campus. Please call the main office or email Mrs. Andrie at aandrie@marystarhigh.com

• Baccalaureate Reception - Friday, May 31 - If you would like to volunteer to assist with food preparation and distribution – Please email Mrs. Andrie at aandrie@marystarhigh.com • Mary Star Parish Fiesta - July 19-21 - Please contact Mrs. Sandra Scognamillo (Hamburger booth) at 310 345-3410 or email, scognamillo@sbcglobal.net. Volunteers are also needed for maintenance and set up before, during, and after the Fiesta and clean up. Volunteers are also needed to work the booths and Fiesta dinners. Please contact the rectory ( Fiesta Hotline) at 310 831-0875x203 to volunteer.

During the Fiesta, there is a 20 hour maximum per family that may be counted. Remember to sign in at the beginning of your shift and sign out at the end in Room 106 of the Elementary School. If your name does not appear on the sheets, you will not receive credit for those hours worked. For single parent families or those in need, one alternate may be used. The one alternate must be 18 years of age and be listed on the summer time sheet.

Time sheets are due on or about the fifth of each month, with the exception of the summer months, (June, July, and August) which are due on or about September 5th.

Cases of water are always needed for the many functions at school. Each case of water equals one volunteer hour. Dasani, Sparkletts, Crystal Geyser, Arrowhead, and Aquafina are the only brands that will be accepted. No off brands, please. These can be brought into the office at any time.

Volunteers are a vital part of the school community and we truly appreciate your help. If you have questions regarding volunteer hours, please contact Ms. Margie DiBernardo @310547-1138 or by email.

Student Volunteer Opportunities• Mary Star Fiesta - July 19-21 - Student volunteers are needed to work game booths during the Fiesta. Please contact Mrs. Andrie at 310-547-1138 ext 216 or email, aandrie@marystarhigh.com. to sign-up.

In addition to Junior Luis Cardiel bringing home home a silver medal in Essay, Junior Amanda Spincola earned a gold medal in Speech and Senior Kelsey Kavanaugh earned a bronze medal in Speech, a bronze in Interview and won the overall Individual High Scorer for the team. Eight additional medals have been awarded to the MSHS Academic Decathlon team after the judges found errors in their calculations. Congratulations to the following Stars: Jena Bada, Silver Medal in Economics, Juan Rodriquez, Silver Medal in Interview and Gold Medal in Science, Eddy Rodas Lima Silver Medal and Luis Cardiel, two silver Medals and two Bronze Medals. Congratulations Stars!

Academic Decathlon Awarded Addition Medals

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Heavenly HumorA priest noticed a man

who walked to the

front of the church for

the service. Afterward

the priest went up to

the man and asked,

“How was it that you

came and sat right in

front, being a stranger

and all?”

“Oh,” said the man,

“I’m a bus driver, and

I just came to see how

you get everyone to

sit in the rear of the

building.”

MSHS Sports CornerAthletic Director - Marc Vuoso

ATTENTION ALL MARY STAR INCOMING AND CURRENT ATHLETES AND PARENTS!June 5th @ 7pm in the Mary Star High School Gym is our General Athletic MANDATORY MEETING. Here you will have an opportunity to meet coaches from each program, receive important documents & summer schedules, and sign up for various volunteering opportunities.

Parent BoardAssociation

Reflections and important Parent Board

information can be found via the

Parents section.

WINTER SPORTS ALL-CIF

Spring Sports CIF-SS Playoff Schedule

5A ALL-CIFGIRLS

BASKETBALL

3AA ALL-CIF BOYS

BASKETBALL

IsabellaSerrano

JosephOctave

Baseball21-7 (7-5)

Division 4 Round 1Friday May 3rd

vs BurbankAt Fromhold Field

3:15pm

Softball19-4 (12-0)

League Champs!Division 4 Round 1Thursday May 2nd

vs Culver CityAt MSHS3:15pm

GolfLeague Finals

April 29 & 31st

SwimCIF PRELIMS

May 1stRiverside Aquatics

Complex

TrackCIF PRELIMS

May 4thCarpinteria HS

Division 6ALL-CIFBOYS

SOCCER

Division 7 ALL-CIF GIRLS

SOCCER

Chris Tyler

Kaya Lindberg

Pro-Life Club Margaret Mary Herbst - President of Pro-Life Club

April was a very blessed month for the pro-life movement! The highly anticipated pro-life film, Unplanned, blew away the box office reeling in roughly a total gross over $17,500,000 since its start and finishing in the top 10 the first two weeks. The film has produced much online chatter: converting pro-choicers, helping post-abortive women seek healing, and assisting abortion workers in leaving the industry. The movie has saved an unknown number of babies as 40 Days for Life reported an increase in volunteers after the film’s release. This past month, the pro-abortion lawmakers in California are pushing their radical abortion agenda on college campuses in an alarming manner. California Senate Bill 24 would mandate all state universities

to distribute the lethal abortion pill on campus. Kristan Hawkins, president of Students for Life America, testified how the “abortion pill has been implicated in at least 24 deaths and thousands of hospitalizations and the total lack of pro-life conscience protections for students and health care providers on campus under the extreme abortion proposal.” However, our current administration is fighting hard to truly defund Planned Parenthood! The Department of Health and Human Services will provide appx $5.1 million in family planning funds to the Obria Group. Also, under the new Title X directive, organizations “receiving Title X funding have 120 days to financially separate their family planning and abortion operations and one year to physically separate their family planning and abortion operations.” Regretfully, US District Judge Michael J. McShane issued a preliminary injunction against these changes so it will temporarily prevent the rule from going into effect while it’s challenged in court. However, the President and his administration are such pro life warriors and plenty of states have followed their lead - Ohio officially defunded Planned Parenthood and redirected those funds to Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHCs), Oklahoma Gov. Kevin Stitt signed a bill that will save babies from abortion by “requiring abortion centers selling the dangerous abortion pill to inform women that there is a process to reverse the pill and save their baby should they change their mind during the abortion process,” and South Carolina Gov. Henry McMaster has promised to sign a bill banning abortions when a baby’s heartbeat begins. As we begin this month of May dedicated to Mother Mary, we pray for her powerful intercession in an end to the greatest destroyer of love and peace - abortion.

Christian Service Please see

Mrs. Kavanaugh in Room 208 or visit the Christian Service web

page for volunteer opportunities.

Remember all students must volunteer a

minimum of 80 hours before graduation.

Counseling CornerThe Mary Star of the Sea High School Academic Awards Ceremony will take place on Thursday, May 17 beginning at 6 PM. Mary Star of the Sea High School will honor students of all grade levels for a variety of academic achievements. If you receive an invitation, please respond promptly.

All Seniors:• Important dates for seniors and graduation information have been mailed. Please note appropriate dates, times, and deadlines for various senior events. Signed Graduation Agreements must be turned in in order to receive tickets to the graduation ceremony.• Be sure you have cleared ALL your obligations required for graduation – Christian service hours, financial obligations, library books and/or sports uniforms returned – in addition to your academic requirements. Diplomas will be held for non-completion of any requirements and obligations until they are cleared.• By Thursday, May 2, seniors should turn in to Ms. Pichler a copy of all letters of college acceptance and merit-based scholarships (i.e. LMU President’s Scholarship, UC Regent’s Award, etc.). This information is used to acurately list seniors’ acceptances and awards in the commencement ceremony booklet.

College Details• Please be sure to comply with all deadlines for financial aid, housing, etc. for colleges and universities. Contact individual universities for campus-specific information or if you have questions.• Planning to attend a community college in fall? Arrange to take the required math and English composition placement assessments as soon as possible. Check online for assessment requirements and contact individual schools’ admissions/testing offices for appointments as directed. See Ms. Pichler if you have trouble finding the information you need.• Be sure to register for orientations as directed by your college/university. Some colleges and universities require incoming freshmen to attend orientation to register for fall semester courses.• If you plan to take any summer session college courses, register as soon as possible as classes fill quickly. • Students attending CSU or UC campuses may be required to take Math and/or English placement exams. Follow the instructions that were provided by the institution requiring the exam.

Calling all Juniors, Sophomores and Freshmen!• Plan to take advantage of summertime to research and visit colleges. Some web pages to begin your search are: College Board - www.collegeboard.com University of California - www.universityofcalifornia.edu/ California State University - https://www2.calstate.edu/• Spring of Junior year is when most students begin to take SAT or ACT in preparation for fall application. Test information and registration is available on the testing web sites: SAT - www.collegeboard.org/ ACT - www.actstudent.orgNOTE: Students must take the full exam, including the writing portion, for the scores to be accepted for application purposes.• SAT Subject Tests (two subject exams from two different academic areas) are no longer required for students planning to apply to UC, but may be required for other selective schools and suggested for UC programs. Check each school’s requirements through their websites. These tests are in addition to the ACT+ Writing or SAT with Essay. Registration information is available online at www.actstudent.org for the ACT and www.collegeboard.com for SAT tests.• Are you CSU/UC eligible? Go to the NEW A-G Resource Guide at http://www.ucop.edu/agguide/ to learn about admissions requirements. Both UC and Cal State systems use the same courses for eligibility, but the GPA and test score requirements for each system are different.

Summer School - Summer School information was distributed to all students and parents in the February re-registration packets. For students who receive a semester grade of F, summer school at MSHS is mandatory. Students who receive a grade of F in the current semester will be notified immediately after final exams are completed. Students who received a grade of D in any academic course are STRONGLY urged to remediate that grade in summer school. Failure to do so may make the student ineligible for a four-year college/university immediately after high school. Enrichment classes are also offered in summer; please refer to the packet. Also note the application deadline for summer school. Only those students who receive a grade of D or F in the current semester (Spring 2019) will be permitted late registration. Additional Summer School information packets and registration materials are available at the Main Office.

COLLEGES/UNIVERSITIESCalifornia:

www.CaliforniaColleges.eduCalifornia State University:

www.csumentor.eduUniversity of California:

www.ucop.edu/pathways

TESTING AGENCIES/COLLEGE INFOwww.act.org

www.collegeboard.comNationwide:

www.edgov/thinkcollegewww.collegeview.com

www.catholiccollegesonline.orgwww.accunet.org

FINANCIAL AIDwww.studentaid.edwww.fafsa.ed.gov

www.edvisors.comwww.college-scholarships.com

SCHOLARSHIPSwww.fastweb.com

www.irs.ustreas.govwww.collegenet.com

Useful Websites for the College Bound

Tutoring is available from all teachers by appointment. Please make use of this important service well before semester exam “crunch time” and maximize the opportunity for your student’s benefit.

Stay connected! Please use the teacher web pages to find homework assignments or contact teachers and PowerSchool to access student grades. These next few weeks are critical for student success – help your student stay on top of their work!

Counselors: Dr. Dever, Grade 9; Mr. Mendoza, Grade 10; Ms. Pichler, Grades 11 and 12.

Campus Ministry Commissioner of Liturgy - Kelsey Kavanaugh

This month of April has offered many opportunities for us to grow in our Catholic faith. We started the month by celebrating the Sacrament of Confirmation. Bishop Trudeau led our liturgy, and along with 40 adults, Confirmed 85 students from MSHS and teens from Mary Star parish. The sophomores, juniors, and seniors receiving the sacrament had been preparing themselves to receive the gifts of the Holy Spirit all year long in their religion classes. All of their hard work came to fruition in the beautiful mass led by Bishop Trudeau. These students have now been fully initiated into the Church and are prepared to do God’s Will. At our Christian Service assembly we recognized the students among us who did an exceptional amount of service hours. By helping out at food drives, planting trees, and doing many other types of service, students truly worked to make our community a better place. In preparation for Holy Week, a reconciliation service was held along with a school-wide Stations of the Cross. Finally, 50 Juniors and Seniors attended a three day retreat at Camp Emerald Bay in Catalina. The theme of the retreat was “Redeemed,” and gave the students the opportunity to strengthen their relationship with God and enjoy fun, faith, and fellowship. We are confident that God will continue to work through our lives to create a more perfect world. This Easter season, we thank God for his many blessings and pray for a better relationship with Him and with each other.

On April 4, 2019 District Deputy Ken Hall presented district championship medals to freshmen Marlena Rivera and Ryan Bobich. Marlena and Ryan competed in the 2018-19 Knights of Columbus Free Throw Challenge at Mary Star High School. They first achieved council champion for Angels Gate Council 1740 for which they

Knights of Columbus Free Throw Challenge Winners

received a certificate and prize basketball. After achieving district champion they received medals. Congratulations stars!

The Mary Star Parish Fiesta Committee is seeking high school age female students to participate in the 72nd

Annual Mary Star Parish Fiesta Queen Contest. MSHS students should contact Margie DiBernardo in the school main office if you are interested in being a part of

the 2019 contest.Parents and students can reach Mrs. DiBernardo at 310-547-1138 Ext. 201 for more details and current

information.

2019 Mary Star Parish Annual Fiesta: July 19, 20 and 21

Mark your calendars for the 72nd annual Parish Fiesta on July 19, 20, and 21 for Carnival Rides, Games of Chance, Raffles, Bingo, Food and Fun. Dinners will be served nightly in the Parish Auditorium. Please support our Fiesta Queen Candidates at each of their individual bake sales after Masses starting in June as well as purchasing raffle tickets. The crowning of the 2019 Mary Star Parish Fiesta Queen will take place at 7:30p.m. on Sunday the 21st. The fiesta hours are: Friday (5 p.m. to 11:30pm), Saturday (12 noon to 11:30pm), and Sunday (12 noon to 10 p.m.). Saturday hosts reduced ride prices for all ages and special game booth prices during the Family Day hours of 12 noon to 5 p.m. Come join us at the Fiesta!

Free admission, free parking, carnival rides, games of chance, raffles, food, beverages. For more information call 310-833-3541 ext. 203. or vistit our web page at: www.marystar.org/fiesta2019.

72nd Annual Mary Star Parish Fiesta, July 19-21

Year End Financial MattersAs the school year comes to a close, it is important that all financial obligations be met in a timely fashion. With this in mind, please note the following deadlines:

• The last FACTS tuition payment is due no later than Monday, May 20, 2019.• Fundraising and service hour obligations must be fulfilled by Tuesday, April 30, 2019. Unfulfilled fundraising and service obligations are due on May 1, 2019.• AP Testing fees may not be paid on account by students with outstanding financial obligations (cash or credit/ debit card only). • No prom bids will be sold to students who are delinquent on their financial obligations.• All outstanding financial obligations must be cleared prior to the week of final exams.

Questions regarding your financial obligations, including balances owed for unfulfilled fund raising and/or ser-vice hours, should be directed to Mrs. Alves in the school business office. The school is grateful to all parents who have taken their financial obligations seriously and continue to meet them in a timely fashion.

Stella Maris Monthly

is a monthly publicationto keep the Mary Starof the Sea High School community informed.

EditorRev. Nicholas Tacito,

O.Praem.

Co-EditorsKelly Phillips

Christopher Alford

DesignMystery Barra

©MMXIXMary Star of the Sea

High School2500 N. Taper AvenueSan Pedro, CA 90731

info@marystarhigh.comwww.marystarhigh.com

May 1Rosary @ 2:30pmProm Bids Due

May 3 Minimum Day Schedule - 12:09 p.m. Dismissal

May 4A Night of a Thousand Stars Scholarship Dinner

May 6 Minimum Day Schedule - 12:09 p.m. DismissalAP Exam: U.S. GovernmentAP Exam: Environmental Science

May 7AP Exam: SpanishAP Exam: Physics

May 8 AP Exam: English LiteratureRosary @ 2:30pmParent/Teacher Conference Night @ 6:30pm

May 10 AP Exam: U.S. History

May 13 Minimum Day Schedule - 12:09 pm Dismissal

May 14 AP Exam: Calculus

May 15AP Exam: EnglishRosary @ 2:30pm

May 16Academic Awards Ceremony @ 6:00pm in the gym

May 17No School - School Office ClosedGrad Night

May 20Assembly Schedule - Spring Athletic Recognition Assembly @ 8:15am in the gym

May 22Rosary @ 2:30pm

May 23 Online Class Elections

May 24Special ScheduleMarian CelebrationSpirit Shirt Day

May 27No School - Memorial Day - School Office Closed

May 28Special Schedule - 1:35pm DismissalSenior Exams - Periods 3, 2 and 1Graduation Practice @ 1:35pm in the gym

May 29Special Schedule - 1:35pm DismissalSenior Exams - Periods 6, 5 and 4Graduation Practice @ 1:35pm in the gymRosary @ 1:50pm

May 30No School for Seniors

May 31No SchoolBaccalaureate Mass and Luncheon @ 9:30am at the Parish Church and AuditoriumGraduation @ 7:00pm at the Parish Church

May at a Glance

CongratulationsMSHS

Class of 2019

Alumni NewsMary Star of the Sea High School

2015 MSHS Graduate Receive Award2015 MSHS Graduate Hope Marinkovich received special recognition for the Jane O’Rourke Bender Award. For consideration, students were asked to submit a form of artistic expression that reflected spiritual themes such as forgiveness, service, compassion, social justice, love or option for the poor.

Hope is a senior at St. Mary’s College in Indiana. On April 30, she received her awards at the Sister Rose Anne Schultz, CSC Mission Awards and Appreciation Dinner. Congratulations Hope. Continue to Shine!

50th Class Reunion for Mary Star, Fermin Lasuen and Marymount Graduates

The 1969 graduating classes of Mary Star, Fermin Lasuen and Marymount are well underway planning for their upcoming 50th reunion this year. It will be held together as one join event on the evening of Saturday October 26, 2019. The venue is at the Dalmatian/American Club (aka Slav Hall) in San Pedro. The evening will include a wonderful multi-course banquet style dinner including, for example, tri tip steak and chicken marsala, dancing to a popular live local band (The Topics), and a cash bar for wine, beer and cocktails. Other festivities like a photo booth and door prizes are provided to help you reconnect with your classmates and reminisce our high school years. The evening is set to be a special occasion and we are hoping to connect with everyone from the graduating classes of these 3 schools. So, if you are a graduate, or know someone who is including teachers, please contact one of the following:

Mary Star: Marilyn Niemann Smith - Cell: 214-507-1065; Email: marilynjsmith100@sbcglobal.net or

Esther Marquez Duran Cell: 408-803-1055; Email: estherduran@yahoo.comFermin Lasuen:

Rudy Alba - Cell: 310-292-6894; Email: flclof69@yahoo.com or Dave Mattis - Cell: 310-567-8508

Marymount Andrea Pennington Carr - Cell: 805-451-3069; Email: andrea@ucsb.edu

The MSHS Class of 1979 is looking for volunteers to help plan a 40th reunion in 2019. Please contact Karen Dominguez (Mancusi): Cell: 310-749-4727 (call or text); Email: djdkmd@gmail.com.

Attention MSHS Class of 1979

Alumni NewsMary Star of the Sea High School

2015 Graduate Continues to Shine at George Mason

2015 MSHS Graduate Marina Vitalich earns second straight Atlantic 10 “Pitcher of the Week” honor. This is the fifth A-10 weekly honor of her career. Marina is a redshirt junior and leads Mason’s pitching staff with a 9-5 record and ERA of 2.69. She also has a team high 99 strikeouts in 101.1 innings of work. Congratulations and continue to Shine!

SAVE THE DATE!!38th Annual Fermin Lasuen & Friends

Picnic/Walk/Run May 18, 2019, 8 AMat Point Fermin Park

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