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Gabriella Kapetanakis and Alexander Dzanoucakis (both Class of 2020) were selected to be part of the Diocese of Metuchen's delegation attending World Youth Day 2023 in Lisbon, Portugal. World Youth Day is a worldwide encounter with the Pope celebrated about every three years in a different country and is a unique opportunity to bring together dozens of different countries and cultures—in one place and in an atmosphere of faith—to think about our common home, peace, and the future of a generation. 
Miah Fitzpatrick, Elise Domingo, and Jewel Davis (all Class of 2022) - former core members of the Peace of Mind youth ministry at St. A's - attended their first retreat together at the The Center for FaithJustice in Trenton, NJ. May they continue to walk humbly with God together through high school and beyond.
Lt. Chelsea Sheehy (Class of 2006) has been named 2023 Coastguardsman of the Year by Military Times Magazine. She resectly wrapped up a tour as the commanding officer of the US Coast Guard cutter Charles Sexton based in Key West, Florida. Chelsea is up for promotion to Lt. Commander and will now serve as a duty officer in the White House Situation Room, where she will monitor national security issues. Congratulations! 
Coast Guard cutter commander lauded for mentorship, team building (navytimes.com)
James Talocka (Class of 2013) will be serving as a full-time missionary with the Fellowship of Catholic University Students (FOCUS) this fall at West Virginia University. James and his team will invite students into a relationship with Christ through the Catholic Church, accompany them along their journey, and equip them to share their faith with others. You can help support James on this mission by donating through this link: https://focus.org/missionaries/james-talocka/
Jewel Davis (Class of 2022) was selected to the Immaculata High School Varsity Tennis team as a freshman and capped off her first season by winning the MVP Award. She also earned All-Skyland Conference Valley Division Second Team honors for her outstanding doubles record. Congratulations! 
Isabella Royle (Class of 2022) was selected to the South Brunswick High School Varsity Softball team as a freshman and just completed her first season starting at 3rd base. Well done!
Members of the Class of 2019 are pictured opening their St. A's time capsules after their high school graduation. The capsules were made in their Kindergarten classes with Mrs. Reilly and Mrs. Young. 
Roscoe Davis and Alexander Dzanoucakis (both Class of 2020) were selected to be delegates at the American Legion Jersey Boys State 2023. This organization selects the top rising seniors from each state to be part of their program and considers those students who illustrate leadership, character, scholarship, loyalty and service in their schools and community. Congratulations!
Christopher Bakhos (Class of 2015) graduated from Cornell University as a member of their Class of 2023, earning a Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical and Computer Engineering. He will pursue his Master's Degree at Cornell beginning this Fall. Well done! 
Sarah Salins (Class of 2017) was named to the Dean's List for the Fall 2022 and Spring 2023 semesters at the Tyler School of Art and Architecture at Temple University. In order to be eligible for the Dean's List, students must achieve a GPA of 3.93 or better for the semester. Congratulations!
John Michael Artuso (Class of 2019) was inducted into the Immaculata High School chapter of the Rho Kappa Honor Society, which recognizes high school juniors and seniors for excellence in the study of Social Studies. Well done! 
Bobby Ilcyn (Class of 2019, far left) was one of four St. Joseph High School students selected to receive the Saint Timothy Award from Bishop Checchio and the Diocese of Metuchen. Bobby also received the Saint Theresa award. Congratulations!
Jordan Gopez (Class of 2019) and Giovanni Oliveti (Class of 2020) are members of the Saint Joseph High School Model United Nations team that recently participated in the Model UN annual regional conference in Hershey, Pennsylvania. Jordan was named a Premier Delegate, an honor bestowed on the best delegates in each of the conference’s subcommittees, and earned an award for “Outstanding Research Paper” which goes to one member of each subcommittee based on the research paper they wrote about their assigned country prior to attending the conference. He was also invited to the Conference on National Affairs, an exclusive conference that brings together the best from Civic Engagement programs around the country. Giovanni was elected to be an officer for next year’s conference. He will be working year round to facilitate the experience for next year’s delegates, and will oversee the International Court of Justice. The St. Joe's team exceeded all expectations at the conference, earning a total of 13 team and individual awards. 
Jordan Gopez
Giovanni Oliveti
Madison Reda (Class of 2020) was inducted into the National Honor Society at Notre Dame High School, recognizing excellence in scholarship, service, leadership, and character. Madison recently had the opportunity to attend the National Catholic Youth Conference in Long Beach, California where she gave several presentations about her involvement in the NeXt Level youth ministry and its PEACE of Mind program. Notre Dame High School published an article about Masison's experience at the conference, which can be found here: Madison Reda ’24 Presents at NCYC | story (ndnj.org) 
Maya Clarke (Class of 2021, pictured at right) received the award for Most Improved player on the Notre Dame High School tennis team for the Fall 2022-2023 season. Congratulations! 
Isabella Daley (Class of 2022) has been recognized as a "high school soccer player to watch" by NJ.com. She is currently a freshman at Notre Dame High School and plays defender for the Notre Dame girls soccer team. Quoting the NJ.com article, "The rookie stepped into a starting role and has become a pivotal piece for Notre Dame. She carries herself in a manner that a veteran would and isn't afraid to lead out on the field. Notre Dame's defense has been a strength and Daley is a rising star on that end." 
Isabella Royle (Class of 2022) and Kaitlyn W. (future Class of 2028) worked together on a production of The Wizard of Oz with the New Jersey Repertory Theatre this fall. Isabella worked very closely with the cast and crew, and was a wonderful role model for the younger children. Kaitlyn and the other children loved “Miss Bella!” Kaitlyn's mother was actually Isabella's 4th grade teacher, and it brings her so much joy to have a former student inspire her daughter to always be the best she can be.
Robert "Bobby" Ilcyn (Class of 2019) was named an Edison Rotary Senior of the Month for Ocober 2022. Bobby is currently a senior at St. Joseph High School and is heavily involved in service, athletics, and academic honor societies. Click below to read the full announcement on the St. Joe's High School website:
October Edison Rotary Seniors of the Month | Announcements (stjoes.org)
Jessie Tesi (Class of 2019) was named to Notre Dame High School's Homecoming Court. She is pictured below being escorted onto the field by her siblings. 
Delaney Stahl, Jessie Tesi and Sasha Salins (all Class of 2019) were recognized at Notre Dame High School's Senior Night as senior members of Notre Dame's Cheerleading squad. 
Taleb Haji (Class of 2019) was crowned Homecoming King at Immaculata High School. 
Adrianna Torres (Class of 2022) was voted Homecoming Freshman Class Princess at St. Thomas Aquinas High School.
Mya Clarke, Lara Flores, and Isabella Odina (all Class of 2021) have been chosen as Peer Leaders at Notre Dame High School and will be assisting the incoming freshmen class with the transition to high school. 
Madison Reda (Class of 2020) was recently inducted into Notre Dame High School's Peer Leadership group. As part of this group, Madison will assist the incoming freshmen class with the transition to high school, serve as a role model, and help with school events. Congratulations! 
Logan Stahl (Class of 2010) was recently interviewed by Thomas Kelly of the Hamilton Arts Council for an article in the Hamilton Post. The interview focused on Logan's work as an artist and illustrator of fantasy and role-playing games. Read the full interview at the link below:
Fight in the Museum: 10 questions with artist Logan Stahl - Community News
Several St. A's alumni had their work published in the 2020 edition of Saint Joseph High School's literary magazine, Vignette: Timothy Horan (Class of 2019), Robert Ilcyn (Class of 2019), Pranav Tikkawar (Class of 2019), Bence Kovacs (Class of 2018), Ryan Milligan (Class of 2018) and Abel Stephen (Class of 2018). Click the cover image at right to read their outstanding contributions.
