Brebeuf college 50 th anniversary celebrations may 2-4, A.D. 2014 1 - PDF document

Brebeuf college 50 th anniversary celebrations may 2-4, A.D. 2014 1

50 th anniversary prayer Heavenly Father, we thank you for all the graces you have given Brebeuf College School over the past fifty years. Your care and concern for our Christian Community has been shown in so many ways for the students, the staff, the teachers and the administrators. We ask that you bless those who had the foresight to see the need for Brebeuf in the middle of an open field in 1963. As we go forward into the second fifty years and towards our Centennial, we ask you to bless each of us and ask that you give us the grace and help we need to come closer to you and to share your love with those around us. We pray that we may always be “men fo r others” in all we do and say following in the footsteps of St. Jean de Brebeuf and Blessed Edmund Rice. May Mary our Mother bring forward our prayers to you, Heavenly Father, and may we give praise and thanksgiving through Jesus and the Holy Spirit. AMEN By Father. J. Winston Rye S.J., Staff 1971-1972, Principal 1979-1984, Rector 1978-1984 2

contents Letters of Congratulation pages 4-14 Pub Night Reunion, May 2 page 15 Gala Dinner & Order of Brebeuf, May 3 pages 16-20 Mass, May 4 pages 21-23 Official Ceremonies, May 4 page 24 Barbecue & Open House, May 4 page 25 History of Brebeuf College School page 26 Pictures page 27 50 th Anniversary Projects page 28 Traditions of Brebeuf pages 29-30 Sponsors pages 31-39 Thanks pages 40-41 3

Fellow Alumni & Friends of Brebeuf : On behalf of the Brebeuf Alumni Association I am very pleased to welcome you to the 50 th Anniversary Celebrations and to offer a very special “welcome home” to the many alumni who are joining us this weekend. This weekend’s activities are the culmination of a year of 50 th Anniversary events marking a very important milestone in the history of Brebeuf college school. I wish to acknowledge the very generous support of our many sponsors including the following alumni and friends of Brebeuf : Gold Sponsors :  Arrow Capital Management Inc (Jim McGovern ’81 and Mark Purdy ’82)  Empire Communit ies (Dan Guizzetti ’83 and Andrew Guizzetti ’86)  Freedom 55 Financial (Peter Gillespie ‘85)  John Corso ‘88  Miller Paving/Miller Group (Blair McArthur ’80) Silver Sponsors :  TLN (Aldo Di Felice ’81) Bronze Sponsors :  MDS Chartered Accountants (Michael DesLa uriers ’84)  Williams & Partners Forensic Accountants (Rob Pellegrini ’80) Thanks also to all of our business card sponsors, year representatives and event volunteers. A very special thanks both to the Brebeuf 50 th Anniversary Organizing Committee and to the Brebeuf Alumni Association Executive for their tireless efforts in organizing these events. Enjoy the weekend and opportunity to catch up with classmates, fellow alumni and the Brebeuf community. Best regards, Frank MacGrath ’ 82 Chairman, Brebeuf Alumni Association 4

5

6

BREBEUF COLLEGE SCHOOL Dear Members of the Brebeuf Community, It is both a pleasure and an honour, as principal of Brebeuf College School, to offer heartfelt congratulations to the Brebeuf community as we celebrate 50 years of educating men for others. Our community has changed and grown significantly since the original corner stone was laid on May 11, 1963, in a ceremony presided by His Grace Archbishop Pocock, Mr. Brisebois (Chairman of the Metro Separate School Board), Reverend Gordon George, S.J. Provincial and His Excellency, Bishop Marrocco. Our school is truly blessed to have been founded by the Jesuits in 1963. They rooted this school for young men with traditions and values that focus on faith, academic excellence and service to others. This good work continued with the contributions made by the Presentation Brothers in the 1980s and 1990s. They continued the work of Brother Edmund Rice with a focus on educating all youth, especially those struggling academically due to economic or social challenges. We are most thankful over the past fifty years, to have a Brebeuf community composed of engaged and conscientious students, dedicated and hard-working staff members, a supportive and caring parent community, active and generous alumni and religious communities who have been dedicated to guiding our school’s journey in faith. This 50 th anniversary celebration has provided many opportunities to connect with our past, better understand our roots, and envision what we want Brebeuf College School to be today and in the years to come. In September of 1963, when Brebeuf College School opened its doors, the Beach Boys released a song called “Be True To Your School”. There are so many individuals with a strong connection to Brebeuf College School. They demonstrate their pride in our community and the school’s motto Studio Gradum Faciant (Merit Through Study) by applying the lessons they learned to the work they do, by actively participating in their communities and most importantly, by continuing to grow in faith in God and service to others. Happy 50 th Anniversary Brebeuf College School Anthony Azzopardi Principal 7

8

9

10

11

Brebeuf College School Catholic school advisory council April 25, 2014 The Brebeuf College School Advisory Committee (CSAC) is pleased to be celebrating Breb euf’s 50 th anniversary along with all the members of the school community. Brebeuf is a family of student-teacher-parent-alumnus working together to encourage excellence, integrity, responsibility, initiative and respect for the other in the classroom, on the playing field and the larger community of parish, municipality and country. Brebeuf believes that the way, the truth and the life informed by the teachings and life of Jesus lead one to success, to happiness and service to others. CSAC is committed to continuing to contribute in our role of educating our sons to be men for others. Sincerely, Dennis Wintjes Chair 12

13

14

Friday, May 2, 2014 Pub night reunion At the School 7:00 p.m. to 12:00 a.m. FINGER FOODS Courtesy of the Brebeuf Alumni Association CASH BAR MERCHANDISE FOR SALE Caps - $20 Divot Tools - $15 Echon Yearbooks - $5 “50 Years of Brebeuf” video on usb - $20 “50 Years of The B Newspaper” book - $20 Mugs - $10 Ties -- $30 Tshirts - $20 DECADE THEME ROOMS Jesuit Commemorative Library BREBEUF 50th VIDEO PRESENTATION 9:00 p.m. 15

Saturday, May 3, 2014 gala dinner & the order of st. jean de brebeuf Le Parc Banquet Hall, Hall One, Markham, Ontario RECEPTION Six o’clock Antipasto bar and host bar WELCOME Seven o’clock Anthony Azzopardi, Principal Bill Hutchison ‘ 75, Master of Ceremonies GRACE Father Robert Brennan S.J. DINNER INDUCTION CEREMONY Steve White ‘81 Chairman, Order of Brebeuf Selection Committee Presentation and Inductee Remarks Guest Speaker James Barry 16

Menu PASTA Penne in a tomato and basil sauce ENTREES Beef tenderloin Boneless chicken breast marsala Medley of seasonal vegetables Red roasted potatoes with fresh herbs SALAD Mixed greens in olive oil and balsamic dressing DESSERT Tartufo garnished with fresh strawberries COFFEE, TEA, ESPRESSO LATE NIGHT STATION Sliders, French fries, pizza Anniversary Cake Coffee 17

the order of st. jean de brebeuf, Named for our Patron, is the Highest Honour that Can Be Bestowed on a Member of the Brebeuf Community. Recipients Are Inducted in Recognition of Achievement that Exemplifies the Values and Ideals for which Brebeuf College School Stands, Namely: Faith, Discipline, Integrity, Hard work, Humility, Excellence, Success, Pursuit of the Greater Good, Friendship, Community, and for always being Men and Women for Others. The Order is Open to All Members of the Brebeuf Community, Both Individuals and Groups, Past and Present, Including: Staff, Students, Alumni, Parents, Supporters, Jesuits, Presentation Brothers, & Benefactors. 2012 Inductees: Paul Clancy ’79, Neil Gazeley, Marc Kielburger ’95, Fr. Brian Massie S.J., Br. Henry Spencer F.P.M. 2013 Inductees: Tom Ba rlow ’84, Fr. Don Beaudois S.J., Robert Lato ’68, Catherine Pieroni, Greg Rogers ‘72 18