San Gabriel Mission High School

MAGAZINE

SUMMER/ FALL 2015

#MissionProud #SGMHS Norma Retzepis ‘15

Congratulations Class of 2015

Mission Statement

San Gabriel Mission High School, an IB World

School, rooted in the Dominican and Claretian

traditions, empowers young women to pursue

education marked by respect, motivation, depth,

character and integrity throughout their lives.

4 A Message from the Principal

6 A Special Farewell

8-10 Student Spotlight

11 SGMHS Highlights

12-13 Scholarship Benefit Luncheon

14-16 Mission Alumni

17 Alumni & Friends on Social Media

18-19 Alumni Spotlight: Kelsey Rogoff ‘13

20-21 Alumni Spotlight: Jack Dooling ‘56

22 In Memoriam

23 Remembering John Hanrahan

25 Class Notes

26 Mission 65 Campaign Update

27 Annual Report 2014-2015

36 Investing in Education

37 Calendar of Events

Editors:

Rocio M. Pineda

Jackelin Marroquin

Sister Mara Anne Palomares, O.P.

Jessica Calderon

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254 S. Santa Anita St.

San Gabriel, CA 91776

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Inside this Issue:

My Dear Friends of Mission,

At San Gabriel Mission High School, our young

women are empowered intellectually,

physically, and spiritually each day. With a

unique blend of motivation, depth, character,

respect, and integrity, each student is an integral

part of the Mission family and our community.

We honor the faith and charisms of our founding

orders, the Dominican Sisters of Mission San

Jose and the Claretian Missionaries. Veritas,

which is Latin for truth, is the name of the

Campus Ministry Team, and is also a credo for

the entire student body and staff. As they

constantly strive for truth in all aspects of their lives, the students find growth in their faith formation

through prayer, service, and reflection. At Mission, we serve, we learn, we pray, and we become a better

version of ourselves.

In a student centered classroom, our young women gain knowledge to make connections in the world

around and beyond them. By using a vigorous curriculum with access to Honors, Advanced Placement, and

International Baccalaureate programs, students learn to take risks and challenge the status quo. As open

minded young women, our students are able to think critically while also respecting diversity. With a

balanced curriculum, experienced teachers, and academic counselors, students are prepared to succeed in

college and beyond.

A vast number of opportunities for extracurricular activities, such as Associated Student Body, Student

Council, Athletics, and Veritas Campus Ministry Team, gives our young women the ability to become prin-

cipled leaders. Students are able to join activities they are interested in as well as create new clubs or

activities they are passionate about.

It is here at San Gabriel Mission High School where students find their passion through academics, student

life, service and community and find a meaningful purpose in this world. As women leaders of the future,

our students build their foundation to bring about the much needed change in our ever evolving society.

I am honored to accept the position of Principal of San Gabriel Mission High School and to watch the

growth of our young women each and everyday in all aspects of their life. Now is the time to be at Mission,

and I am blessed to be a part of it!

God Bless,

A Message from the Principal

Ms. Marielle Sallo, Principal

The memories you create here at Mission

are stepping stones for the future ones to come.

San Gabr ie l M iss ion High Schoo l Magazine

After nine years as Principal of San Gabriel Mission High

School, Mr. Jamie Collins has accepted the position of

President of Notre Dame Academy in Hingham, MA. He

leaves a great legacy at Mission, and the school community

wishes him God’s blessings in this new journey.

{A Special Farewell }

“

”

I want to thank each of you for your

ongoing support. It has been an

honor and a privilege to serve as the

Principal of Mission. You all

have been a tower of strength to me. Mr. Jamie Collins

SGMHS Principal from 2006-2015

Beginning a New Chapter


Ms. Marielle Sallo

Ms. Marielle Sallo was appointed Principal this Spring 2015. We have had many leaders over the years to take

Mission to new heights of success. It is now time to begin a new chapter with the leadership of Ms. Marielle

Sallo, the new Principal of San Gabriel Mission High School.

Ms. Sallo first entered the Mission community in 2008 as a Math and Science teacher. She then was appointed

Assistant Principal of Curriculum and Instruction, a position she has held for four years. She is currently working

on her Doctoral Degree at UCLA in the Education Leadership Program. We are thrilled to have someone with a

passion for education and who will continue to enhance all that SGMHS has to offer young women.

Stud

ent S

potlig

ht On April 23rd, Senior Lauren Peters signed with Concordia College, New York, to play college

volleyball at the NCAA Division II level. She signed her contract proudly alongside the Mis-

sion Community. She was humbled by everyone’s presence as she made her announcement.

She thanked her coaches, friends, faculty and staff and especially her family for being a part of

her journey.

Lauren is a wonderful well rounded student with a long list of accomplishments in sports,

including 2 Time All League Most Valuable Player and is listed in Southern California as the

Top 50 in the Blocks category.

Although Lauren also had full scholarship offers from Alcorn State University (Division I),

Daemen College (Division II), she felt the most at home at Concordia College.

Your Mission family will be rooting for you during this volleyball season!

Lauren proudly holding the

shirt of the college she will be attending.

A woman of Mission

is a woman of:

RESPECT

MOTIVATION

DEPTH

INTEGRITY

CHARACTER

College Volleyball Signing Day - Lauren Peters '15


Senior Claire Cruz was selected from over thousands of applicants nationwide to be awarded

the privilege of a Posse Scholar. The process of being selected to be a Posse Scholar is com-

petitive and extensive. The Posse Foundation Program has been proven to be a successful tool

for students in their college careers.

It assists students to pay full tuition and creates a support system among students. The Posse

Foundation has been recognized by President Obama and many key leaders as a unique and

successful model for success. The program is partnered with a variety of higher education

institutions around the country. After much research, Claire chose Tulane University in New

Orleans to pursue an education in Political Science/International Relations with a minor in

Psychology. She will be attending this University on a full scholarship.

Claire Cruz is the second student from San Gabriel Mission High School to be selected to be a

Posse Scholar.

For more information about the Posse Scholar Program visit: www.possefoundation.org

Student Receives Posse Scholarship - Claire Cruz '15

Photos of Claire Cruz studying with friends during her years at Mission.

Christian Service Award - Nicole Martinez '15

University of California Irvine Bound - Nadine Mora '15

Most recent high school graduates would enjoy their summer by going on vacation

and resting before they begin college, but Nadine Mora never stops. She

volunteered at San Gabriel Mission High School over the summer to assist with the

Summer STEM program. Nadine is always motivated to continue to serve and

share her time with others.

Nadine Mora has been recognized through her education in a Catholic school as a

woman of service and integrity. She earned the honor of being the Salutatorian of

her class. She comes from a hardworking family who has given her a wonderful

example of going above and beyond to accomplish her goals.

This Fall, she will begin her new journey at the University of California, Irvine to

pursue a degree in Business. She is excited about this new chapter in her life.

Meet the new ASB President, Ashley Lanuza. Ashley is a great student at Mission. She is an

active student and is an IB Student. She will be part of the first graduating class to have

completed the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme. Besides her academic acco-

lades, she is a VERITAS member, part of the National Honors Society and also interns to

write columns at the Mid Valley Newspaper.

She is passionate about serving others and is truly a woman of depth. Last year, she helped

plan and organize a successful charity concert to aid the victims of Typhoon Haiyan.

Congratulations Ashley Lunuza!

New Leadership this Fall - Ashley Lanuza '16

Nicole Martinez, an alumnus of Dolores Mission Elementary School, received a Christian

Service Award on Wednesday, March 18, 2015, during a special Mass at the Cathedral.

We are always excited to have Dolores Mission Elementary School students attend

Mission. They are dedicated to service of others and a true representation of what Catholic

schools have to offer.

The Christian Service Award is given annually to the top senior from each of the 51

Catholic high schools in the Archdiocese of Los Angeles in recognition of their

commitment to Christian service to the community.


This Year’s Highlights:

Students perform a musical number from the play

Chicago for the Spring Sing.

In honor of Catholic School’s Week, students wore

their elementary school uniforms.

Dominican Day 2015, SGMHS along with 4 other Dominican

Elementary Schools (San Gabriel Mission Elementary School, Sacred

Heart Elementary School, Santa Teresita Elementary School, St. Ignatius

Elementary School) celebrated their heritage and raised funds for the

Dominican Sisters of Mission San Jose.

Students join hands for beloved SGMHS tradition, Class Day.

SGMHS Welcomes the Class of 2019 at New Family

Orientation with over 60 yellow long stemmed roses.

Every year San Gabriel Mission High School Alumni graciously share their time, talent and treasure to ensure the school

continues to be a powerhouse in the community. All the funds received from this luncheon are used toward scholarships for

deserving young women of Mission. We are so grateful for our Mission graduates. This year we awarded 3 categories which

included the Alumni Legacy Award: The Perricone Family (Joe Perricone ‘60, Sam Perricone ‘61, Lucy Perricone ‘63. Alumni Role

Model Award: Sr. Pauline Bouton, O.P. ‘65 & Kim Baldonado ‘82. Alumni Service Award: Leslie Saiz ‘93 and Jack Dooling ‘56.

The Special Recognition Award was given to Fred Bustillos ‘58. We are so proud of the service our graduates continue to provide to

various communities. We congratulate the honorees once again for all of their accomplishments.

Mr. Jamie Collins with (Left to right) Mr. Fredrick Bustillos ‘58, Mrs. Leslie Saiz ‘93, Mr. Joe Perricone ‘60.

Not pictured: Sam Perricone ‘61, Lucy Perricone ’63, Sr. Pauline Bouton, O.P. ’65, Jack Dooling ’56, Kim Baldonado ‘82.

SAVE THE DATE: Saturday, May 14, 2016

We hope you will join us!

HOSTED BY ALUMNI

Scholarship Benefit Luncheon

Special Recognition Award Alumni Service Award Family Legacy Award


PHOTOS FROM THE SCHOLARSHIP BENEFIT LUNCHEON

Mission Alumni DON’T COUNT THE YEARS, COUNT THE MEMORIES

A photo from the Class of 1985 Reunion.


Class of 1985 (30th Reunion)

Photos from the Class of 1985 Reunion.

Featured Alumni Reunions:

The class of 1990 met Saturday, August 15th to celebrate

their 25th reunion. They shared fond memories of

Mission alongside Mr. Laurenzello, former Principal of

SGMHS and Sister Beatrice Marie.

-Update shared by Maribel Ramirez ‘90

Class of 1990

Class of 1960 is planning their 55th Reunion for September 26, 2015 at San Gabriel Mission High School.

Class of 1965 is planning their 50th Reunion on September 18th at SGMHS and September 19, 2015. For more

information please contact Shirley Pagliotti Reifer at [email protected] or (626) 287-1395. Their class website

is www.sangabrielmission1965.com

Class of 1971 is planning a mini reunion soon.

Creative ways to have a reunion:

ttend Class Day and bring your Senior Sweater.

Contact the artists from your class to paint a mural in the Senior Hallway.

Attend the Scholarship Benefit Luncheon and purchase a table for your classmates to sit together.

Attend our Annual Casino Night.

Attend our graduation and reminisce of the day your reached that milestone with your classmates. At every

graduation we recognize our alumni in the audience and ask them to stand up while our graduating class sings the

Alma Mater.

Do a virtual reunion! Create a Facebook Page and invite your classmates. You can set the date and time for all

alumni to join in and chat online to catch up.

Class of 1957

The Class of 1953 had a reunion in April 2015 at the Arcadia Embassy Suites. The class of 110 graduates were

excited to reunite with 22 of their fellow classmates at the hotel. They are proud they were able to reconnect after

so many years.

Update shared by Mr. Bill Lenzen “53

Class of 1953

Barry and Kay Williams have hosted a golf outing over

the past few years at the Lake Arrowhead Country Club

for the '57 alumni. The men and women of '57 also meet

for lunch every other month. Point of contact is Marilyn

Nicassio Comouche. Her email

is [email protected].

Back row: John Villasenor, Charlie Adams, Barry Williams

Front row: Ron L'Heureux, Paul Berger, Joe Alvitre, Simon

Valdez, Willie Goff

-Update shared by Joe Alvitre ‘57

Alumni News

Alumni from the Class of 1965 and 1993 visited over the

summer to paint their class mural wall.

The Alumni Office enjoyed a surprise visit from

Cherrie Moraga (Lawrence) '70 and Cindy Garcia '73.

ALUMNI & FRIENDS ON

(Left to right) Linda (Rivas) Santos ‘95, Isabel Rivas ‘93, Adriana Bonilla

‘01, Diana Rivas ‘02, Victoria Jimenez-Rivas ‘19, Jessica (Rivas) Palma ‘99

Alumni from the Class of 2010 -Submitted by Marissa Sanchez ‘10

SGMHS Alumni and friends are wonderful at

reconnecting with the school through social media.

The school and its students love to read the posts of

fond alumni memories and to see the photos they

share with us during their time here. Whether it is

through Facebook, Instagram or Twitter, it is our

goal to have a constant communication about

Mission to keep its spirit alive.

Share more photos with us by tagging SGMHS on

social media pages or email us at

[email protected].

Social Media

Mother and daughter Isabel Rivas ‘93 and Victoria Jimenez Rivas ‘19 proudly pose together continuing a long tradition of women of Mission.

Alumni sisters reunited for Class Day this May representing their graduating year by wearing their Senior Sweaters.

A Chippy fan captured a candid photo of Chippy in a cheerleader uniform.

Alumna Spotlight: Kelsey Rogoff ‘13

During the Summer of 2015, the Alumni Office reached out to alumna Kelsey Rogoff, Class of 2013, to see what her

journey has been during the past two years.

What has your life been after Mission?

“If it wasn’t for Mission, I would not have been able to make it through the 2 years. It has prepped me to become the

woman that I am…It helped me find places in my life that I didn’t believe I could get to.”

Kelsey candidly shared her college experience as being an eye opening experience. She attended Notre de Dame Namur

University in northern California. She shared stories of her challenges while attending the university. She learned key

lessons such as independence and learning to use her voice.

After graduating from high school she shared that she had room in her life to practice her virtues and values. Upon fin-

ishing her 2nd year at NDNU, she found that the school was not the right fit for the path she had envisioned for herself.

She applied to a handful of schools and now is enrolled at the University of Southern California (USC).

What kind of student were you at Mission?

“I was overly involved in sports, student council, and prided myself on being an academic student. I identified with a

lot of groups on campus.”

What do you miss from Mission?

“The sisterhood... Once you leave, you begin to ponder more about the (high school) experience. I look back at the

memories with my sisters, and I would say I miss the sisterhood bond the most.“

What do you hope to achieve by your 10 year high school reunion?

“I will be there at my 10 year reunion and probably organize it. I truly see myself as being a person of service… I

really want to help the world. Hopefully (10 years from now) I will begin a nonprofit by creating positive change or

work as a peacekeeper for the United Nations.”

Why do you think it is important to stay connected to the Mission community?

“Regardless if it is through the high school or the parish I think it is fundamental to stay connected to the Mission

community… because it is important to remember where we came from.”

There are many young alumni like you that are not in the position to give back financially just yet. How have you

found ways to give back?

Kelsey has found the time to carve out of her schedule to give back to the Mission community. She has volunteered in a

Summer Camp program that the San Gabriel Mission Parish offers to community members to provide recreational activi-

ties, life skills and tutoring. She visits SGMHS often. She explained, “I represent what a Mission alumna should do for

this community. I was given opportunities through Mission, and I am grateful.”

If you could change your high school yearbook quote, what would you change it to now?

In Kelsey’s senior year, she chose the quote “Don’t worry be happy” for the yearbook. After the past two years she has

grown and shared with us that she wouldn’t change it, but instead would add more to her quote. She said she would add,

“What doesn’t kill you makes you stronger,” because she says it is necessary to stay optimistic during the times of hard-

ship.

What advice could you share with a student at Mission?

Kelsey currently has a cousin attending Mission. She said that she shares the following advice:

“You won’t remember staying up studying for a test or the drama between friends. What you will remember will be

the last moments you have with them and the moments that began your experience at Mission. Those are the mo-

ments that will mean the most because those are the only ones that you will remember. Once you find your purpose

and meaning, the rest will prosper.”

Could you please finish this sentence: My mission is…

“To revolutionize.”

The SGMHS Alumni Office interviewed Jack Dooling, class of 1956 to catch a glimpse of his life after Mission.

What kind of student were you at SGMHS?

“ An average student and athlete.”

Jack shared short stories of his years at Mission. He admits to being a mischievous student with his friends

from time to time. As a basketball player, he and the team had success, reaching the CIF Semi-Finals his

Junior year and All League his Senior year.

What has your life been after Mission?

“Interesting.”

After leaving Mission, Jack joined the Army. When he completed his service, he moved to Northern

California and enrolled at Santa Clara University pursuing a career in Accounting. He expressed that Santa

Clara University was one of the most important decisions in his life. It was in Northern California where he

met Mary K, his wife and started a family. Mary K and Jack, pursued a career that took them to 10 cities in

18 years. They now reside in Los Altos, California.

What kind of service do you share with the world?

Jack Dooling met Dr. Jack Faia who was volunteering his time and efforts to give free dental services in

various countries including Peru, Honduras, Vietnam and others. Jack had the opportunity to view a video

of Dr. Faia and his team’s work and became inspired to join their cause. Jack was perplexed because he did

not have any knowledge in the dentistry field; however he quickly realized that the volunteer work he

would be doing would not be as in depth as he thought. Jack’s work consisted of basic tasks assisting the

dentists with sterilizing their materials. He joked with us and said, “I could do that, it didn’t take much

aptitude.”

As Jack spoke to us during the interview his tone grew with excitement as he described the people of the

volunteer program and the kind of work they did. This group of volunteers most recently provided their

services to children and adults in a small village in Guatemala. In total, the team in one week cared for over

400 individuals. What Jack enjoyed most of the experience was the camaraderie of the volunteers and the

people from the villages. It was truly a heartwarming and humbling experience for him. Jack has generously

shared his time with this program for the past 10 years. He plans to visit and volunteer next year 2016 with

his son and granddaughter.

What advice could you share with a student from Mission?

“Start doing service work early because you’ll never regret it.”

Jack shared, “You get way more out of the volunteering activity then you put into it.” He also shared that

each student should learn to explore their spirituality, to find the “God of your understanding.”

When have you been most satisfied in your life?

My marriage to Mary K our children and grandchildren.”

Could you please finish this sentence: My mission is…

“Treat others as you would like to be treated.”

Alumni Spotlight– Jack Dooling ‘56

(Left to right) Jack Dooling and a patient.

Beautiful smiles after treatment.

Dentists and helpers on their way to treat the children.

Alumni Spotlight

Jack Dooling ‘56

(Photos from his volunteer

work in Guatemala)

In Loving Memory… Over the last few months we have lost members of our community including alumni, alumni family members, previous

staff members and friends of SGMHS. We celebrate their lives and will remember them always. Our students, families,

alumni, faculty and staff send our prayers and support to their families.

MARCIA ANN ROUSE (PREVIOUS TEACHER)

JOHN HANRAHAN (PREVIOUS TEACHER)

LUPE CHAVEZ HERNANDEZ ‘53

NORMA HOPKINS WALLACE ‘53

JOHN HAMEL ‘53

PATRICIA RODEN ‘54

ROSEANNE RAGA ‘54

ELIZABETH (ZEITVOGEL) KRIEG ‘55

GEORGE C. SHUMACHER 55’

DOLORES (RAMIREZ) CASTRO ‘56

DORA LECLAIRE ‘58

SUZANNE SCHAUER FETTERS ’59

DANI TRIGGS ‘60

WILLIAM (BILL) KIDNAY ‘60

JEAN SHEAHAN BEAUVAIS ‘61

JAMES LEASURE ‘66

JIM CAREY ‘68

ELSA (LOPEZ) AHUMADA ‘80

MONIQUE WOOLLEY 2000

If you know of any alumni or would like to share the name of a loved one who has

passed away, please contact the Alumni Relations Office at: (626) 282-3181 ext.

116 or your may email [email protected]

https://www.facebook.com/monique.woolley.9

Alumni Quote:

I first had the honor and privilege of

meeting Mr. Hanrahan when I was

approximately 5 yrs. old. It was at

Garvey Park in the city of Rosemead

(then called South San Gabriel) where

I started playing sports and where Mr.

Hanrahan was a youth sports/activities

coach and monitor. We called him

"John" then as most everyone did and

which he encouraged. John was highly

respected, and though he typically had

a no nonsense approach and de-

meanor, we grew fond of him due to

his leadership, friendliness, fairness,

kindness, encouragement and good

sense of humor. My brothers Al, Rich-

ard and I and countless other Rose-

mead youth benefitted in so many posi-

tive ways from knowing and being un-

der the guidance of John.

When I entered SGMHS as a freshman

in 1964, I was accompanied by many

friends from families (Ramirez, Qu-

ezada, Rodriguez, Alvarez, Bartolini,

Baron, Paiz, just to name a few.) We

first met through sports activities at

Garvey Park and attended St. An-

thony's parochial school and/or par-

ish. We were thrilled when we learned

John was going to be our English

teacher, and we all knew our past rela-

tionship with him would somehow give

us an edge in the new world of high

school we were beginning. I recall

walking into John's English class for

the first time. He was sitting at his

desk and wearing a suit and tie instead

of the usual polo shirt and khaki pants

or shorts we were accustomed to see-

ing him wear. I had walked in with

some of my Rosemead and St. An-

thony's buddies and one of them

looked at him and made the mistake of

saying, "Hi John!" Right then and

there John let it be known to us in no

uncertain terms that we were not at

Garvey Park anymore and that he was

to be addressed as Mr. Hanrahan from

that day on. And so it was. We had no

problem with it because we had so

much respect and admiration for the

man. Though he mentioned sports on

rare occasions, it was academics that

was his primary focus. He introduced

us to so many great literary classics/

novels and helped us to understand

and gain knowledge of the English

language to the best of his ability.

Needless to say, we had to earn our

way as our past dealings with

Mr. Hanrahan did not give us a leg up

after all. But that goes to his credit

and showed the high level of integrity

he had. As a teacher he easily com-

manded respect and our attention

without asking or demanding it. He

was an expert in the subject matter,

was both friendly and stern, approach-

able, thorough, professional, patient

and extraordinary in so many other

ways. He was simply one of the best

teachers I've ever had. I will always

feel blessed that I was one of his stu-

dents. He was one of those persons in

my life that had a huge positive impact

on me and someone I shall never for-

get. Thank you, Mr. Hanrahan, for all

you did for us. May you rest in peace

and may God bless you!

-Fernie (Fernando) Vasquez ‘68

Remembering John Hanrahan On March 27, 2015, San Gabriel Mission High School lost a special community member. SGMHS remembers Mr.

John Hanrahan, for dedicating 25 years of service to our community and his gift for teaching. John was one of the five

original teachers when Mission opened its doors in 1949. He is considered to have been the finest and one of the most

respected teachers of his time. His life, character and example inspired our alumni to raise funds to award a scholarship

in his name. Year after year, a student who is an academic achiever and actively involved in the parish, athletics or

school activities is blessed with the opportunity to succeed through the assistance of this scholarship. Mission is proud

and fortunate to have had John as a teacher and role model. He has touched the lives of many and will truly be missed.

If you would like to donate funds towards the scholarship in his honor, you may make a check payable to San

Gabriel Mission High School and state in the memo line: John Hanrahan Scholarship Fund. We have had over

$1,500 in donations in loving memory of John Hanrahan. You can help join us in keeping his memory alive

through donating to The John Hanrahan Memorial Scholarship Fund.

My mission is…to make difference.

SHARE A GIFT WITH SAN GABRIEL MISSION HIGH SCHOOL AT WWW.SGMHS.ORG

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Class Notes from Alumnae LUCIA GARCIA 2006 I just recently got married!!! On May 16, 2015.

LYDIA (WACKERMAN) ZAVALA 1993 Married Mark Wackerman in 2002 and have four wonderful children.

ANA (GOMEZ) ARREOLA 1984

I am a mom to 5 children. My eldest Eddie graduated from USC 2004 in Film.

He works for Disney as a writer on KC Undercover. Eddie will be marrying

Sarah, January 2016. Martyne, my daughter attended USC & is a chemist at

Grifols Pharmaceuticals. Jordan my other daughter is a senior at Bishop Amat

High School & hopes to play college volleyball in the upcoming year college

yet to be determined. I have two boys with my husband Steve. Lorenzo &

Quinn attend Our Lady of Guadalupe in La Habra.

I have been a stay at home mom for 13 years now & run two side businesses in

my free time selling Isagenix & Mary Kay. I love the freedom so that my fam-

ily has me at their every need.

PATRICIA ESCORZA– JAIME 1984 I've been married to Gerardo Jaime for 26 years and we have 4 children!

We are blessed!

MICHELLE SAIZA-PA 1985 Stay at home wife, baby sit my grandson , mother of a U.S. Soldier

(daughter in the Army) and son is a college student.

VERONICA (CARO) MONTES 1984 Married with 2 daughters.

VICKY (ROSALES) LUMBRERAS 1997 Have a daughter at Mission - Class of 2017.

I am also part of the Mission Booster Club

VIVIANA BUSTAMENTE SANCHES 1992 I'm married and have a 10 year old daughter. I have my Masters degree from

the University of San Francisco in Counseling Psychology.

JACKIE ABING 2013

This summer, I have just completed my internship at Teach for America, Los

Angeles. I also spent my spring break volunteering at Teach for America,

Twin Cities (Minnesota) and observing teachers in low-income neighborhoods

and communities. This past academic year (2014-2015), I have also recently

been awarded the Mellon Mays Undergraduate Research Fellowship. It is a

paid research fellowship awarded to diverse student leaders that plan to

pursue PhD programs in Humanities and Social Sciences.

CLAUDIA (HATFIELD) LEON 1991 I have four sons and one granddaughter.

NANCY (WATERS) DROLET 1968 Married to Tim Waters with 3 grown children and 2 grandchildren.

JENNIFER PERALES 1988 Have a beautiful 18 year old daughter who just started her college career at

The Art Institute of Los Angeles!

CHARLENE MEZA FRYE 1983 Teacher in Vallejo. Married to Joseph Frye since 2002. Twin boys are seniors

at Jesse Bethel. Nine year old daughter.

We always love to hear from our alumni. If you would like to share an update, visit WWW.SGMHS.ORG

under the Alumni Section to update us with your latest information.

Mission 65 Update During this past school year, 2014-2015, the San Gabriel Mission High School community joined together to celebrate

its 65th Anniversary. We had an overwhelming amount of support to celebrate and commemorate the success of our stu-

dents and alumni.

To celebrate this milestone, it was our goal to raise $65,000 to commemorate our 65th anniversary. All the funds raised

have been instrumental in enhancing the school and enabling young women to have a Catholic education. With the

generosity of donors sharing gifts ranging from ten dollars to eleven thousand dollars, the school has been able to make

improvements that were long over due. In addition, we have been able to help families keep their daughters in Catholic

Education by relieving their financial burden through much needed scholarships.

Since the school was built, the San Gabriel Valley has endured many heat waves that have caused our students and

teachers to endure scorching temperatures. Our auditorium has been in need of air conditioning for many years. We are

excited to share, that through your donations, we have been able to install an air conditioning system in the

auditorium. We welcome all of you to stop by one of our school events, such as Casino Night or the Scholarship

Benefit Luncheon, to enjoy the improvements of the school.

This fall we will launch a new campaign to continue to improve SGMHS. It is only through your generosity that we can

continue to polish the hidden jewel that the San Gabriel Mission High School is in Southern California.

For questions regarding how to share a gift with San Gabriel Mission High School, please contact Mrs. Rocio M. Pineda

at (626) 282-3181 ext. 116 or email at [email protected]. All donations are tax deductible.

We are grateful for your support. May God bless you.

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You made a difference 2014-2015 ANNUAL REPORT

SALARIES/BENEFITS

68%

OPERATIONS

20%

CAPITAL1%

ACTIVITIES10%

DEVELOPMENT

1%

TUITION67%

FEES2%

SUMMER SCHOOL

1%

DONATIONS30%

2014-2015 income

2014-2015 expenses

Annual

Report 2014-2015

$-

$5,000.00

$10,000.00

$15,000.00

$20,000.00

$25,000.00

$30,000.00

$35,000.00

$40,000.00

2011-2012 2012-2013 2013-2014 2014-2015

$-

$2,000.00

$4,000.00

$6,000.00

$8,000.00

$10,000.00

$12,000.00

$14,000.00

2011-2012 2012-2013 2013-2014 2014-2015

Alumni scholarship

benefit luncheon

Annual fund


Annual Appeal Donors Adrienne Hirt

Al D' Antonio

Angela Mastantuono

Ann Bradley Free

Anonymous

Ardell Daniels

August Koch

Bill Lenzen

Bob Wilber

Carol Koch

Carolyn Mattazaro

Celest Bujan

Charles Cummings

Cheri Haines Jasinski

Cindy Trautz

Dennis D' Amico

Dennis Kneier

Diana J. Murphy

Donna Schwien

Dominican Sisters of Mis-

sion San Jose

Edward Harrington

Elizabeth Kellogg

Ellen Shannon

Eugenie Heilweil

Frank Laurenzello

Gary & Patricia Taylor

Gina Reyes

Gloria Grant

Hope Aspengren

Irene & Algis Marcuiska

Irene Chapman

Irene Luu

Jack Dooling

Jo Anne Disney

Joe & Margaret Bateman

Joe Perricone

John Brown

John Ferree Jr.

John Green

Joseph Gonzalez

Julie DeMarco

Karen M. Sciaraffa

Kate Franceschini

Kathleen Moore-Alaugh

Lawrence Fetters

Linda Chval

Linda Moran

Linda Wallace

Lizeth Aguiluz

Lolita Reynoso

Loretta D. Lewis

Lucy Perricone

Maria Patris

Marie Hogan

Marilyn Comouche

Marilyn Copley

Marilyn Costamagna

Martin Ruggles

Mary Ann Halligan

Mary E. Rzeteljski

Mary E. Zola

Michael Cervantes

Michael Smith

Nancy Belmonte

Nancy Waters

Olga Alarid

Olivia Carlos

Pat Salvaty

Patricia Hrstick

Raquel Cagigas

Regina Rea

Richard Schwien

Sharon B. Collins

Sue Notheis

Susan Pool Harris

Suzanne Edwin

Tammy Evrard

Theresia Trevino

Valerie & Gene Read

Veronica Cagigas-Espinoza

William Lenzen

“Through the Dominican and

Claretian charism, we teach our

young women to go out in the

community and serve. I believe

giving back to Mission is my

way to serve our students. The

amazing young women that

come out of these doors truly

are worth the investment!” -Ms. Sallo, Principal

TOTAL $33, 792

Sponsorships & Community Donors Albert D' Antonio

Jump N Jammin’ Children's Entertainment Center

Impact Canine Solutions

Magnum Graphics

Mr. & Mrs. Marciuska

San Gabriel Mission Elementary School

San Gabriel Valley Hospital

Zaven Cafeteria

Arthur Murray Dance Studio

Norman's Nursery

G.H. Wilke & Co.

Krikorian Premier Theaters

Arbonne International LLC

Island's Restaurant

The Ice House Comedy Club

Pasadena Ice Skating Center

Bradford World Renowned Portrait

Laemmle Theaters

The Comedy & Magic Club

Rowley Portraiture

In-N-Out

LACMA

PVH, Inc.

Los Angeles Dodgers

Pasadena Playhouse

Sempra Employee Giving Network

Target Take Charge of Education

San Gabriel Kiwanis

Our Lady Queen of Angels High School

Michael Cervantes

Jo Anne Disney

Mission Car Wash

Avon

CCS Carwash and Detail Center

Citizens Business Bank

Laugh Factory

Regal Entertainment Group

San Gabriel Mission Claretians

Flintridge Sacred Heart Academy

The Huntington Library, Art Collections and Botanical Gardens

Arbonne, Cosmetics, Skin Care & Nutrition

Southern California Edison

Bank of America

United Way Campaign

Longo Toyota

San Gabriel Parish

Network for Good

Temple City Pony-Colt League

Boeing

Wells Fargo Bank

Kroger

Armando & Angelina Sosa

Kathy Ybarra

“All I need to say is come visit SGMHS and meet

the girls. Once you are there, you will know that

it is the best investment you will ever make.”

-Armando Sosa

11th grade Parent, Parent Board President

Archdiocese of Los Angeles, MAX LA

Bill Hannon Foundation

Dominican Sisters of Mission San Jose Foundation

George Mayr Foundation

Dolores Mission Foundation

Specialty Family Foundation

The Carter Family Foundation

William Hannon Foundation

Success Through Education

California Community Foundation

Claretian Missionaries

Christian Service Center Foundation

Carrie Estelle Doheny Foundation

Daughters of Charity

Mother Pia Backes Fund

The Rose Hills Foundation


Foundations

“I am grateful to my parents for

enrolling me in San Gabriel

Mission High School. I could not

have been more blessed by the

education, experiences, and

friendships that I hold precious to

this day. It is with great honor that I

was able to give back to my Mission

family and to be a part of an Alma

Mater that has now become an

International Baccalaureate World

School - an educational environment

most worthy of this recognition.

-Stephanie Jane Q. Cortes, Alumni ‘08

TOTAL $276, 615

180 student scholarships awarded 2014-2015

Mission by the numbers

10,128 HOURS OF COMMUNITY SERVICE PERFORMED

1 of 1 ONLY ALL FEMALE CATHOLIC SCHOOL IN CALIFORNIA TO

BE ACCREDITED AS AN IB WORLD SCHOOL

4 RETREATS FOR SPIRITUAL GROWTH & DEVELOPMENT

100%

STUDENTS ACCEPTED INTO COLLEGE/ UNIVERSITY

49 ZIP CODES IN WHICH STUDENTS RESIDE

250 AVERAGE STUDENT BODY

May God Creator bless us.

May God Redeemer heal us.

And may God the Holy Spirit

fill us with light.

-Dominican Blessing ”

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Building motivated young women in the integral to the Mission culture. We are

dedicated to the continual improvement of the students experience at SGMHS, our pro-

gram and facilities. Students are encouraged and have the opportunity to learn the skills

needed to become good citizens. Every year the students of SGMHS contribute over

10,000 hours of community service. When donors like you share gifts to enhance their

learning and improve their school, they become inspired to become stewards of giving

and share their time and talents with the communities in which they reside.

In a constantly changing world, Mission also understands the need to prepare its

students to use technology for digital citizenship. SGMHS has incorporated smart

technology into their learning to cultivate their skills for the innovations of the work

force to come.

When you invest in education, you are investing in the possible future employees of

your company, the athletes you will see on television, or the teachers of your children.

Every gift shared is a gift that will never lose its value, because contributing your re-

sources to the youth and to education is truly priceless.

To share a gift today contact Mrs. Rocio M. Pineda at [email protected] or

call (626) 282-3181 ext. 116.

We would greatly appreciate it if you share a gift with us during the holiday season to

grant more students the experience of a quality Catholic education through our Annual

Fund. You can share a gift with us through our website at WWW.SGMHS.ORG.

Stay tuned for the hashtag #GivingTuesday and give someone an extra reason to

be thankful for this November during Thanksgiving!

SEPTEMBER 2015

Friday-Sunday September 4-6– San Gabriel Mission FIESTA

Friday, September 18th– CLASS OF 1965 REUNION at SGMHS

Saturday, September 26th– CLASS OF 1960 REUNION at SGMHS

OCTOBER 2015

Saturday, October 10th– PARENT DANCE

Saturday, October 18th– SGMHS FLEA MARKET

Will be held in the school parking lot. For questions please call 626-282-3181 ext. 107

October 22-24th– SGMHS FALL PLAY

The young ladies of Mission will be performing The Importance of Being Earnest at the

SGMHS Auditorium. To purchase tickets please call (626) 282-3181 ext. 107.

NOVEMBER 2015

Sunday, November 15th– OPEN HOUSE ( 12-2:30pm )

Saturday, November 28th – ALUMNI BASKETBALL GAME (tentative)

For more information please contact Mr. Ivan Barajas at [email protected]

DECEMBER 2015

Saturday-Sunday December 5 and 6 – CHRISTMAS BOUTIQUE

MARCH 2016

Saturday, March 5th– CASINO NIGHT

APRIL 2016

Friday & Saturday April 8 & 9th– SPRING SING MUSICAL

MAY 2016

Saturday, May 14th– SCHOLARSHIP BENEFIT LUNCHEON

Wednesday May 25th– CLASS DAY/ ALUMNI INDUCTION

JUNE 2016

Friday, June 3rd - GRADUATION

*Some dates and times may be subject to change.

Please visit our school website at www.sgmhs.org to get the latest updates on the events listed above.

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Where students begin as strangers and leave as sisters. #SGMHS #Sisterhood

“Every teacher Emma had her sophomore year was inspiring, from Ms. Bueno and Ms. Myer to Ms. Sallo. Each of these teachers is a subject matter expert (many have received double majors and are furthering their studies!) and as women, they are each incredible role models, showing our girls that there truly is no limit to what can be done with discipline and grace in equal measure.”

–The Frattasio Family

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Parents of Alumnae: If your daughter no longer maintains a

permanent address at your home,

please notify the Alumni Office of

her new mailing address.

Phone: (626) 282-3181 ext. 116

Email: [email protected]

Save the dates CASINO NIGHT | Saturday, March 5, 2016

SCHOLARSHIP BENEFIT LUNCHEON | Saturday, May 14, 2016

(hosted by Alumni)

@ SGMHS

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