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Frosh Orientation - August 2012: The Jesuit Community starts here... New Student Orientation for freshmen and transfers in August provides students with their first taste of the Jesuit High School community. Student Ambassadors (selected juniors and seniors) lead new students in playing ice breaker games, meeting their classmates, touring campus, and learning about campus programs and rules (such as the dress code!) Pictured in this photo is a small group of freshmen paired with older student Ambassador leaders. The Class of 2016 is off to a great start! Left to right: Darby Cronin `14, Jake Gianola `16, Josef Vincent `16, Ryan Liddell `16, Matthew Decker `13, Patrick Quinn `16, Amber Mitchell `16, Emily Strand `16, Anna Calkins `13, Katherine Andersen `16, Mariah Gibbs `13, and Allessandra Hovey `16. Photo by Dan Falkner.

Features

26 A Cornerstone of Faith

The Transformation of Bob and Evelyn Dieringer's Home

By kAthy BAArts, Alumni direCtor

30 the Class of 2012

Graduation Awards, Statistics, and Photos

36 honorary Graduation Awards

Awards Given to Alumni, Friends, and JHS Supporters

42 Career day 2012

By kAthy BAArts, Alumni direCtor

Departments

4 President's message 6 Campus Corner 14 news of Jhs Jesuits 16 diversity update 18 Athletics 20 development news 34 in memoriam 35 the legacy Club 44 Alumni Profiles 48 Class notes

?2012 Jesuit High School, Portland, Oregon This magazine is for and about alumni, parents, and students of Jesuit High School. It is published three times a year by the communications office. Opinions expressed in specific articles are those of the individual authors. If you would like to author an article, please contact the communications office.

Letters and correspondences are welcome and can be emailed to age@ or mailed to Age Quod Agis Magazine - Jesuit High School 9000 S.W. Beaverton-Hillsdale Hwy. Portland, OR 97225

AdministrAtion President John J. Gladstone Principal Paul J. Hogan Vice President of Advancement Andrew M. Asato Superior, Jesuit Community Fr. J.K. Adams, S.J.

AGE QUod AGis Layout & Design Erika Tuenge `94, Matt Graff `00 Copy Editor Dan Falkner, English teacher Contributing Photographers Photography students, Erika Tuenge `94, Hillary Currier, Dan Falkner, Yearbook class Printer Printing Today, Tyrone Stammers `92

david mcCaslin `12, maddie regan `12, Adrienne demaree `12, and shane mileham `12 with John Gladstone at Commencement on June 3, 2012.

President's Message

Each year at graduation, I think about our seniors' travels over the past four years with us, and the opportunities they now have to make the world a better place than my generation set out to do many moons ago. Sometimes I ask students, especially seniors, to write on a piece of paper--and to save that paper--where they think they will be in five or ten years. "What will you be doing then?" I ask. "Where will you be living?" Many of these students just smile and say, "I have no idea" or "That's too far in the future for me to think about now." Too far in the future? For me, five years is just a blink of an eye!

In my heart I always hope that our students, our graduates, will aim high--that they will dare to dream about what could be versus just what might happen in everyday life. Will they be risk-takers, willing to choose a path out of the ordinary with the chance truly to make a difference in the world? Will they be forever committed to reaching out to those not as fortunate as they? Will they always lead their lives shaped by the

God they learned to experience in a very special way at Jesuit and by the love and caring of their families?

I think our students need to know that dreams and hopes really can come true and that some of these have already occurred in their lives. Perhaps it was a parent overcoming an illness against all odds and medical diagnoses. Perhaps it was the change a senior's touch brought about in the life of a homeless child. Or maybe it was the way one of our seniors guided a struggling classmate through a very difficult year.

In my seven years at Jesuit, I continue to be amazed at the number of graduates who stop by to tell us or who write to us about what they are doing now--and at how many of those grads are still involved in works of service. When our alums come back for a Friday mass (or certainly a Christmas mass) or to help on our alumni food drive each year or to gather for reunions or to serve on the National Alumni Board, invariably they talk about "coming home" and all that their Jesuit years continue to

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mean to them. They seek out former teachers, they want to walk the halls, and they want to make certain our current students still go on the Junior Encounter, walk the 12-mile Senior Pilgrimage, and "show up" for Friday mass. In my 45 years of work in Jesuit schools, I have never seen so many students "coming home" for mass and being so involved still in our student retreats. What does that say about dreams and about what we as a school community do on a daily basis? Indeed, we have been blessed! Dreams can come true!

Still on the notion of dreams and hopes, sometimes a dream on the lighter side of life comes to fruition too. For a good number of years, our then-principal, Sandy Satterberg, had talked about playing Peter Pan and flying across the Moyer Theatre stage. This became even more of a dream several years ago when one of our students, Emily Lewis, played that role. I'm sure Sandy had given up on this thought, when out of nowhere her dream did come true on May 16, the night we celebrated her 15 years as principal and 32 years as a teacher at Jesuit. After numerous accolades and a superb video about Sandy and her life at Jesuit, Emily Lewis suddenly appeared as Peter Pan. She called a very surprised Sandy to the stage and helped Sandy climb into her harness. Nothing happened--until Emily sprinkled our own Sandy with magic "pixie dust." In the blink of a "NeverNever Land" second, Sandy was airborne. A thunderous ovation rose from the crowd as she flew across the stage. Even little dreams can come true! We are blessed at Jesuit High School. Thank you!

Sincerely,

John J. Gladstone President

New Principal Paul Hogan

Mr. Paul Hogan, the 11th principal of Jesuit High School, assumed his duties on July 1, 2012.

For more than 14 years, Paul has served as Jesuit's Academic Vice Principal, with significant responsibilities in teacher hiring, formation, and evaluation; faculty, parent, and student problem-solving; scheduling; record-keeping; admissions; and curriculum. From dual credit courses to "brown bags in the black box" to mock trial, coffee house, Chinese, and Canvas, Paul spearheaded innovative programs that have kept Jesuit on the leading edge. Having chaired our most recent sponsorship and accreditation efforts, as well as the academic portion of the five-year plan, Paul has helped to develop school-wide goals for the "Jesuit," "Catholic," and "college-prep" elements of the JHS mission. Paul told me that most important to him is our students' growth as faith-filled leaders. Our students develop into men and women for others because they know and feel that they are loved by our faculty and staff, and by God.

Conor `12, Paul, Jennifer, and molly `15 hogan.

Please join me in welcoming Paul to his new position, one that will demand his expertise, energy, time, intellect, sense of humor, patience, prayerful reflection, and innovative grace-- but also your support, assistance, advice, and yes, love. I thank you in advance for your role in Jesuit's future. I thank Paul for accepting this new role and this grand challenge. As strong as we are as a school, we cannot rest on that. Paul knows and understands and accepts this commitment to excellence in every segment of our Jesuit High School community. Congratulations to Paul and to his wife, Jennifer, and to their children, Conor `12 and Molly `15.

- John Gladstone, President

Paul hogan addressed faculty and students at the annual "Welcome Back" Assembly on August 30. Photo by dan Falkner.

Paul hogan received several well-deserved high fives after the students' spirit inspired him to do a spontaneous cartwheel at the assembly. Photo by dan Falkner.

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Campus Corner

Jesuit Says Farewell to Beloved Faculty and Staff

By kim uonG `12

quirky disposition, nostalgic responses to writing prompts and affinity for Don Quixote and kayak building. When asked what he will miss most about Jesuit, Mr. Benware responded, "the community, my colleagues, the energy that the students give me every day."

Passionate and skilled at their subjects, eager to teach, fun, and student-favorites, these teachers will be dearly missed.

Appeared in the May 2012 Issue of the Jesuit Crusader. Note: Jesuit also bid farewell to Karen Love, Director of Professional Development and Jim Naggi, Vice Principal of Administrative Services (see page 12).

The Administrative Shuffle

By mAriel klein `13

Front row: reiko mine, kim Bastable, hillary Currier, karen love, manami imaoka. Back row: nikki skipper, ken skipper, Jim naggi, and michael Benware.

As the school year comes to a close, another senior class leaves us for the next chapter of their lives. This year, some of our most beloved teachers, including Mr. Michael Benware, Mr. Ken Skipper, Ms. Kim Bastable, Sensei Manami Imaoka, and Ms. Hillary Currier, are joining them as well.

As announced earlier this year, Mrs. Sandy Satterberg is retiring as principal but will return as a math teacher this fall. However, Mr. Benware and Mr. Skipper are retiring permanently.

Mr. Skipper has been at Jesuit for 14 years as a counselor and spent a few years as a PE teacher. He was also the women's varsity soccer coach for 12 years. He and his wife, who is also leaving her volunteer spot as receptionist in the counseling office, are planning to spend time with their 12 grandkids, some of whom live in Texas. Mr. Skipper also has plenty of hobbies to keep him occupied. While he'll miss the students, staff, and counseling office members who brighten his day, Mr. Skipper proudly notes, "This will be the first time in 60 years that I haven't gone to school."

Ms. Currier has been at Jesuit for eight years and is taking time off to focus on and spend time with her kids and family. Ms. Currier first started as an English teacher and then slowly integrated herself into the Yearbook, Photography, and Journalism classes she teaches today. Ms. Currier will specifically miss her Journalism class and the late-nights spent with The Crusader staff (we feel likewise).

Mr. Benware started teaching English at Jesuit in 1990. Alumna Grace Culhane `11 says, "Of all the teachers I've had, he's my favorite." Students will miss Mr. Benware's

Chris smart, who has served as a Jesuit educator for 25 years and was the former Vice Principal of student life at Jesuit high school, now takes on the role of Academic Vice Principal.

You know him as the dedicated man digging recycling out of the trash cans, master JUG-giver and passionate mock trial coach. Next year, Mr. Chris Smart will take on the role of Academic Vice Principal.

Mr. Smart is the current Vice Principal of Student Life, but he will tackle a different challenge in the Jesuit administration with his new title as Academic Vice Principal. The difference between these two positions involves the relationship each VP holds with members of the school community--the VP of Student Life focuses on the student body and the Academic VP primarily works with the teaching faculty. Mr. Smart applied for this position to continue his call to teach and learn.

"This desire is what inspires my vocation as an Ignatian educator and urges me forward to be an active formational and transformational leader at Jesuit High School," explained Mr. Smart.

Mr. Smart possesses many qualifications that make him a good fit for the job. He's proud to have served for 25 years

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the mock trial team traveled to Albuquerque in may 2012 to compete at nationals. Pictured are (left to right): Conor hogan `12, Christina Gill `12, Jacquelyn ulum `13, Colin dunn `12, saloni shah `12, Principal Paul hogan, kirby Bell `12, natalie Johnson `13, sarah Freepons 12, and Academic Vice Principal Chris smart.

as a Jesuit educator, and he has extensive knowledge of the educational system of the Society of Jesus. In addition, Mr. Smart has an abundance of experience in dealing with the Jesuit High community. He believes that ease of communication will be beneficial to students and staff.

"Mr. Smart possesses an amazing passion for learning that is infectious," said Mr. Tom Manning, a member of the committee that reviewed the Academic VP applications. "He has a very strong academic background as well as very good interpersonal skills with faculty and students."

Through collaboration with the teachers, Mr. Smart and other administrators hope to continue enhancing the Jesuit education in the upcoming year.

"My primary goal as AVP would be to work with colleagues to identify leaders among our staff and students so that the present and future of Jesuit education may move forward as we work towards ensuring that Magis is all that we do," said Mr. Smart.

With Mrs. Sandy Satterberg's retirement as principal, former Academic VP Mr. Paul Hogan is stepping up to take the top administrative position. Mr. Hogan looks forward to working with his new right hand man.

"I think it will be lot of fun to work with Mr. Smart as Academic Vice Principal," said Mr. Hogan. "The challenge of the AVP job is balancing day-to-day tasks such as scheduling and counseling students, while keeping in mind the bigpicture, long-term goals we have as a Catholic, college-prep school."

Continuing the transition to a more tech savvy curriculum is another priority for school administrators; students will soon learn that their teachers' touch screen tablets and high definition projectors are just the beginning. The school's objective is to use technology to develop teaching and learning to further integrate students with the digital age.

"I look forward to working on the school improvement plan for technology," said Mr. Smart. "I'd like to see a 1:1 ratio where every student would have their own tablet."

The Jesuit community now awaits the announcement of the new VP of Student Life which will come in late May. The next addition to the administrative team would be wise to follow the advice Mr. Smart gleaned from the seven years he's held this position.

"Don't rush to judgment; take the time the situation needs," advised Mr. Smart. "Never forget the importance of cura personalis."

It remains to be seen if Mr. Smart can resist the temptation to hang out in the lunchroom, waiting to pounce on an unsuspecting cell phone user or gum chewer.

Appeared in the May 2012 Issue of the Jesuit Crusader.

Going the Distance

By dreW demArCo `12

Coach tom rothenberger has been the head track and field coach at Jesuit high school for 26 years. Around 325 athletes now run track. Photo by trish leavy.

Approximately 325 athletes came out for track this last season. With so many athletes, how do you find enough coaches to look over that big of a group?

Tom Rothenberger has been the head track and field coach at Jesuit High School for 26 years. The first year he was head coach was 1986, and there were 18 athletes, all boys. With his experience and leadership, Coach Rothenberger makes things run smoothly and ensures that every athlete feels a part of the team.

"I instill an amount of trust in my area coaches and let them develop their own workouts," said Coach Rothenberger. "Sometimes I will put in a word or two, but I have to remember that all these athletes run for Jesuit, not for a specific coach, and we are all in this together."

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Campus Corner

One of the new coaches who joined the staff this year is Tyler Cope '07. Cope was a high jump coach this season. Although he had never done high jump before, his competitive drive and great athleticism provide him the tools to help these young athletes.

"As my competitive days are now behind me and my college football career over, I jumped at the opportunity to stay involved in competitive athletics when it was presented to me," said Cope. "I always enjoyed the mental challenges presented by athletic competitions, and as a coach those challenges are the focus of my position."

Another coach who has been around the program for a while is Jason Barry `90. Mr. Barry coaches men's and women's long jump, triple jumpers and helps out with the women's sprinters. He looks over approximately 40 jumpers, both JV and varsity, and about 45 sprinters. He has coached the jumpers for nine years and enjoys helping young athletes improve their skills.

"Coaching this year has been great, some young jumpers have really stepped up," said Coach Barry. "We have a great freshman class that should have some really good success over the years."

With all these athletes who turn out for track there are about 25 coaches who coach a specific area and help out these young competitors. Without a doubt it is a challenge to accommodate all these needs, but these coaches put in the time and effort to make their experience as best as possible.

Appeared in the May 2012 Issue of the Jesuit Crusader.

Celebrating Sandy

By CAtherine lAndGrAF `12

retiring principal sandy satterberg was treated to a surprise flight onstage at the end of her celebration event. emily lewis `11, dressed as Peter Pan, helped introduce the surprise.

Mrs. Sandy Satterberg has been a part of Jesuit for the past 32 years of her life. On May 16, the community said its

final thank you to the first-ever female principal at a Jesuit High School, appreciative for all she did for the community.

The evening dedicated to Mrs. Satterberg consisted of receptions surrounding a tribute. The celebration had speeches from Mr. Gladstone, a few alumni, current students, current and former Board of Trustees members, and a few faculty members. Andrew Schmidt `12 was the Master of Ceremonies. A video was shown focusing on Jesuit life and students and a few special guests attended and spoke as well.

sandy satterberg and the nguyen siblings who spoke at the event: mitchell `15, Victoria `12, Anthony `10, and krystal `09.

Mrs. Maryfran Marecic was responsible for organizing the event. She believes that the tribute is one for the record books.

"During the speeches, songs, and video, we showed the significant impact Mrs. Satterberg has had on an estimated 7,000 students, families, employees, and friends of Jesuit," said Mrs. Marecic. "Another important component is recognizing her impact on Jesuit education on a national level. Hopefully, we shared in those memories as well."

Art teacher Mrs. Fleenor came up with the idea of hanging different colors of paper to represent all the different aspects of the school that Mrs. Satterberg has touched. To make the cards even more personal, Mrs. Fleenor asked every student, faculty, and staff member to write a small note on the back of each card.

"We wanted to surprise Mrs. Satterberg with the image of more than a thousand messages to her the evening of the event," said Mrs. Marecic.

Students completed the cards in Theology classes and faculty and staff were given reflection cards to fill out. Along with the students, extra cards were in the lobby for guests who wanted to show their affection.

Even on the invitation Mrs. Satterberg's love for math was glorified. Anna Mai `12 created a flower by using the fibonacci sequence, which is a mathematical continuum of

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