Newsletter Fall 2013
Your child is worth it.
In this issue:
Let’s Meet HCA Staff!
Msgr. Lewis F. Gaetano, D.Min. (Father Lew) was born and reared in Canton and North Canton, the son of the late Anthony and Gloria Gaetano. Msgr. completed his elementary and secondary education at Our Lady of Peace and Central Catholic High School, holds a BA from the Athenaeum of Ohio, Cincinnati; MA from West Virginia University, and Doctorate from St. Mary’s Seminary and University in Cleveland. He was ordained May 18, 1973; named a Prelate of Honor (Monsignor) by Pope John Paul II in 1990; and serves as a priest of the Diocese of Youngstown. Presently he serves as President of Holy Cross Academy and Pastor of Christ the Servant Parish in Canton (merged parishes of Our Lady of Peace and St. Paul Churches). Msgr. has been fortunate to have served in a variety of roles: as an Instructor and House Spiritual Director for St. Joseph Preparatory Seminary; Director of the Diaconate and Ministry Formation for the Diocese of Wheeling-Charleston; Director of Campus Ministry for the Catholic Community at Bethany College; a12 year tenure as Pastor of St. Agnes Church in Mingo Junction; Pastoral Administrator of Catholic Central High School in Steubenville. Msgr. returned to Canton and from 2003 – 2009 served as Director of Campus Ministry, University Chaplain, Associate Professor and Chair of Theology at Walsh University; and the Presbyteral Council of the Diocese of Youngstown.
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Meet HCA Staff …..……. Page 1 Fundraising ……....…...Page 2 Meet Our Principals! ……Page 3 President’s Message ….. Page 3 Teacher Spotlight………. Page 3 Enhanced Activities…...Page 4
The Servant-Leader
Sharing Strategies to Best Serve Holy Cross Academy Students
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BOD Member Spotlight
Karen Soehnlen McQueen, BOD Member, works as an attorney and director with Krugliak, Wilkins, Griffiths and Dougherty. She attended St. Clement’s School and Central Catholic. Both of her children attended Our Lady of Peace and St. Thomas. McQueen has a Bachelor of Science degree from Ohio Northern University in Management and Economics, and also has a Juris Doctorate Degree from The Ohio State University. She has volunteered with us because she has seen firsthand the value of Catholic education and wants to see the system succeed and grow.
Fundraising
Dinner Auction on November 9 at St. Louis-times TBA Sales for butter bread pastries and Dutch delights begin at St. Peter! October 14-28 and delivery will be on November 11. OLOP butter bread and Dutch delight sales last from October 15-31.
Jeff Timmons of 98 Degrees will perform in a benefit concert at Massillon Knights of Columbus on November 10! Tickets are $25.00 each or $20.00 if purchased from a St. Mary student. Proceedings go toward St. Mary Campus.
OLOP is hosting a craft show on November 7 in the OLOP gym-times TBA.
-Craft Show hosted by St. Louis in December (TBA)
-Christmas Cookie Sale at Alliances Giant Eagle on December 14 with St. Louis -John Angotti DinnerConcert on December 10 through OLOP-time TBA
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Msgr. Gaetano currently serves as board member for The Sisters of Charity Foundation of Canton; Coming Together Stark County; the Ken Hamilton Forum and the Canton Rotary of Stark County. During the growing season (May-Sept) he ministers with the Hartville Migrant Community. Msgr. says he has not travelled extensively but “absolutely cherishes the time spent in El Salvador – the simplicity and humility of the people keeps me grounded in what is important as a minister of the Gospel. And of course I love the timeless beauty of Rome, Assisi and Florence.”
Two of his favorite movies are Finding Forrester and Pay it Forward; and a favorite book is Narcissus and Goldman by Herman Hesse.
Rose Ebner, Secretary, has been self-employed most of her career, first opening up her daycare, Ring Around the Rosie in 1983 when her children were young, and Pine Ridge 7 Ranch, an internet business shared with her husband, Mike for ten years followed. Between them, they have 4 children; 1 grandchild, and 2 Shih-Tzu’s. Rose loves to read mysteries and raise her 15 chickens. Rose is also Treasurer of her church and heads up community outreach as well. Rose is excited to be a part of Father Lew’s team for progress in Catholic Education.
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Meet our Principals!
Each HCA newsletter will introduce one of our
outstanding Principals. We cherish the
commitment our principals make to the many
children whose lives they change every day!
Jackie Zufall of St. PaulJackie Zufall has been principal of St. Paul Campus in North Canton for eighteen years. She began her career as a teacher in Alliance City Schools where she taught art for ten years. While completing post graduate work toward a Master’s Degree in Leadership, she was principal of St. James in Waynesburg. Mrs. Zufall grew up in Canton, Ohio, attending Our Lady of Peace, then Central Catholic High School from which she graduated. She earned her bachelor’s degree in Fine and Professional Art with a concentration in Education from Kent State University. Mrs. Zufall said, “The position of principal has given me an opportunity to use my creativity to build a program that helps students reach their potential. I am privileged to be part of the spiritual growth I see in our students each and every day…something they can only experience in a Catholic School”. Mrs. Zufall and her husband, Sid, have been married for thirty-five years and have two sons. They are Eucharistic Ministers at their home parish of Regina Coeli and are involved with friends and civic activities in the Alliance community.
President’s Message: Servant Leadership
Each newsletter, we will be expanding on the idea of what Servant Leadership is, how it enhances one’s life, and sharing articles written in connection with Servant Leadership by our President, Msgr. Gaetano. "The servant-leader is servant first. It begins with the natural feeling that one wants to serve, to serve first. Then conscious choice brings one to aspire to lead.
The difference manifests itself in the care taken by the servant - first to make sure that other people's needs are being served. The best test, and difficult to administer is: Do those served grow as persons; do they, while being served, become healthier, wise, freer, more autonomous, more likely themselves to become servants? And what effect on the least privileged in society; will they benefit, or at least not be further deprived?" - Robert Greenleaf, Founder of the Servant Leadership Movement
Teacher Spotlight: Dan Mitchell
Dan Mitchell has been teaching English Language Arts at St. Paul School since 2004. “What I love most about teaching at St. Paul School is that I am free to express the Lord’s love and truth to my students free from the constraints that I experienced as a public school teacher.” His humor in the classroom and genuine concern for his students has earned Mr. Mitchell the love and respect of his students. He contributes outside of the classroom by coaching football, leading Power of the Pen and getting involved anywhere his talents lead him. But his love is teaching and his faith. He states, “My position allows me the freedom to explore deeply the Christian roots in American literature and discuss the relevance of keeping close to God in an increasingly secular world”. What he looks forward to next year more than anything else is continuing blessings from the Lord and opportunities to grow stronger in his own faith.
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HCA Football
HCA was very proud of the football teams that represented our schools! Every weekend children in grades 5-8 played against each other in a healthy, yet competitive environment. On Saturdays grades 5 and 6 played at St. Thomas Aquinas (STA) or Central Catholic High School (CCHS). On Sundays grades 7 and 8 played at the same locations. Whether you’re a Western Warrior, Black Knight, Viking, or a Spartan these were exciting events that should not have been missed! Flag Football season ended with a picnic on October 12. On October 27 the championship game for 7 and 8 grade will take place at STA at 4 PM. A special thanks to Athletic Directors and assistants, as well as our coaches, players, parents, and cheerleaders! It was a great season!Enhanced Activity Programs
Each one of our schools offer diverse enhanced activity programs for our students. Depending on what school your child attends might vary as to what is offered. A few programs we offer are Band, Yearbook, Art, Safety Patrol, Leadership Council, Drama, and much more! Contact your school or check out their website to learn more about our offered enhanced activities!
Athletics
HCA is encouraging students to participate in our athletic programs! Each school offers athletics to several ages. Football, flag football, volleyball, lacrosse, track, golf, and cheerleading make up the core HCA athletics. Schedules pertaining to each sport can be found on the school’s websites under “Athletics”. Other activities, such as tennis training sessions are offered on Sundays through October 29. Contact your school or look for the flyer on our websites!
Basketball has just begun! See Holy Cross Academy’s website for more information or click here.
Enhanced Activities
Newsletter Fall 2013
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