May 2017
Alumni Happenings
yesterday, today and tomorrow ...
SPOTLIGHT: Stacy Jensen Brooks, Class of 1986
Stacy recently shared her story on FaceBook following the incident at North Park Elementary in
San Bernardino. She felt a need to provide comfort to the children at North Park. Here, in her
own words, is what she did.
“First and foremost I want to try and somehow express my gratitude for the overwhelming love
and support that has come from our community. My goal was to collect 500 teddy bears for the
children at North Park Elementary after Monday’s tragedy. Looking at all that we have collected
I find myself speechless (and for all who know me – I am rarely at a loss for words!)
Every teddy bear and stuffed animal that came to us, came with a story. We have met people
from every neighboring city, school, and church. We’ve had preschoolers all the way up to
grandparents come. We’ve had fitness groups, hair salons, mortgage companies, water
departments, retail stores, only to name a few that have come from as far away as Los Angeles
and Orange County. We’ve had the support of KFROG radio station and Spreen Honda of Loma
Linda act as donation centers for us. The out pour of love and support just never seemed to
end.
It has been one of the most beautiful and joyful few days. We truly live in the most wonderful city filled with people who spread goodness and
love and it ripples all the way outside of our local street. The phrase “San Bernardino Strong” means so much more to me today.
Today we will be transporting over 3500 stuffed animals to the Boys and Girls Club who have opened their doors and space to house our
incredible collection. We have been so blessed that we will be able to spread the love and hope not only to North Park Elementary school. We
have all come together and will be spreading love and hope throughout the entire Inland Empire. We are working closely with the
Superintendent of San Bernardino City Schools and their Crisis Counselors. The Crisis Counselors will be the ones to physically distribute our
stuffed animals to the children. As I know you can all imagine, a large group of strangers is not what the children and teachers need at this
moment. I am so appreciative that the Crisis Counselors and the school district are there to extend and facilitate our outward gesture with the
true spirit in which it all began: Love and Support for the North Park Elementary. This is about them, not us.
Again THANK YOU seems so inadequate but from the bottom of my heart….THANK YOU.
I have attached a couple of photos for you to enjoy and see what real kindness looks like!!
In the spirit of me…..BIG BIG HUGS TO ALL!” - Stacy
IT’S BEEN 50 YEARS!
Pomona Catholic High School
“Class of 1967”
will hold their Fiftieth Class Reunion on Sunday
June 4, 2017
In Pomona, CA.
The reunion begins at 4:00 p.m. in the auditorium of Pomona Catholic High School located at 533 W. Holt Avenue, Pomona,
CA 91768.
This celebration will include a Buffet Dinner, Photo Booth, DJ and much more!
The cost to attend is only $60.00 per person.
The event will be open to the Class of 1967
Pomona Catholic GIRLS AND BOYS High School.
Damien alumni from the class of 1967 are invited and welcomed to attend this reunion.
Join the fun and rediscover and renew ties with friends from high school.
Time is of the essence!
You don’t want to miss this one!
For more information regarding this event contact either Josie Chavez-Herrera at [email protected] or Marilyn Lobreto
at [email protected].
You may also text or call Josie at 951 258 5968.
In Loving Memory
Peace I leave with you, my peace I give unto
you: not as the world giveth, give I unto you. Let
not your heart be troubled, neither let it be
afraid. -John 14:27
Helen Rafferty, 1974 (left)
Carol Ann Jesberger, 1974 (right)
Art Therapy
Teresa Clark Blatt, Class of 1962
Each year, Pomona Catholic is gifted with artwork by graduate, Teresa Clark Blatt. Teresa’s art is
inspired by poems of authors such as Emily Dickinson. Teresa gives a brief explanation of her
inspiration for each of her artworks, on the back of each of her works. Her work has been juried at
the Fredericksburg Center for Creative Arts in Virginia, Long Beach Arts in California, Springfield
Arts, Liturgical Arts Fest in Illinois, Farmington Museum at Gateway Park, New Mexico and
Placerville Arts California.
Stop by Pomona Catholic to see her artwork on display in our conference rooms.
Lowrider Magazine Judges: 32 Different Categories!
Gates Open at 7:30 am
Rain or Shine
Vehicle Registration accepted day of event, space
permitting. No refunds.
Live Bands
DJ
Face Painting & Games
Craft Vendors
Food