ANNUAL REPORT 2013-2014
Seton Catholic School is known for groundbreaking pursuits in spiritual development, academic
excellence, and facility enhancements…we continue the tradition this year with the introduction of the
1: Infinity Technology Initiative and the expansion of our campus, opening the Valentine Family Center.
SETON CATHOLIC SCHOOL ANNUAL REPORT 2013-14
Message from the Principal
Dear Friends,
The 2013-2014 school year has been a rewarding one for me and for the
members of the Seton Catholic School Community. Our students have
grown spiritually, academically, socially, and physically during this past
year. The members of the Seton Staff continue to embrace our mission of
spiritual development, academic excellence, responsibility to self, and service to others. I am
proud of the numerous accomplishments of our students, in their classrooms and through
various co-curricular activities and competitions. We continue to foster our responsibility to
give service to others through our monthly $1 Dress Down Days sponsored by an individual
grade level with donations from the day benefitting a charity selected by the class. I am also
proud of the community spirit that continues to be built by our I AM SETON Days.
The highlight of the past school year was the opening of the Valentine Family Center. The
benefits of our new space were immediately realized! The Family Center will allow us to have
events which were traditionally held in the Chapel in a more appropriate venue. We anticipate
holding many Seton Catholic School community events in the Family Center. The larger space
will allow for more families to attend Catholic Schools Week Bingo Night, more space for dads
to dance with their daughters, and an even bigger Talent Show. We’ll gather there for concerts
and performances, for STEM Fairs and Wax Museums, for Spelling and Geography Bees, for
Middle School Dances and the Kindergarten Celebration of the 100th Day of School! And
certainly our students will benefit from an expanded Physical Education Program, with two
full-size courts for volleyball, badminton, or tennis, and basketball courts with hoops adjustable
from eight to ten feet. Our SAA Board will use the new space for practices, games, and
tournaments. The Seton Crusaders will have home court advantage!
On behalf of the students and staff of Seton Catholic School - thank you for your generous
donations and pledges that made the Valentine Family Center a reality. Some of you gave your
support to the Spirit of Seton Campaign more than five years ago…Thank you for believing in
the vision! Some of you committed to the Campaign in its earliest stage - the silent
phase…Thank you for providing the foundation! And many of you responded to a campaign
request during the past year…Thank you for ensuring that this facility was completed on time
and without burdening the school with long term debt.
Seton Catholic School continues to be blessed by supporters of Catholic education and of the
mission of Seton Catholic School. May God continue to bless you and your families for your
support of Seton Catholic School.
Blessings,
Mrs. Karen A. Alestock, Principal
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Message from the Chairman of the Board
Dear Friends:
It is with great pride that I share Seton Catholic
School’s Annual Report with you for 2013-2014,
our 17th academic year.
It is the mission of Seton and its Board of Directors
to deliver an award-winning education and a
nurturing Catholic environment in a financially
responsible way. Given that we have always kept
the tuition below the actual cost of education, that
objective poses some challenges. That is why
Seton has always relied heavily on fundraising and
unless we drastically increase tuition, we likely
always will.
Board of Directors 2013-14
CHAIR
John P. Susany, Esq.
Partner
Stark & Knoll Co., L.P.A.
VICE CHAIR
Michele R. Kuhrt
Vice President, Corporate Tax
The Lincoln Electric Co.
TREASURER
James J. Sukys
Director of Development
Habitat for Humanity of Summit County
SECRETARY
Anne M. Granchi
Vice President, Total Rewards
The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company
Justin M. Alaburda, Esq.
Brennan, Manna & Diamond
I am pleased to report that Seton operated within its
budget, even though the last academic year saw the
construction and grand opening of the Valentine
Family Center. As we pledged at the beginning of
that undertaking, we would not build the Family
Center unless we could do it without adding any
long-term debt to the school. That is exactly what
happened.
Through the generosity and
commitment of many in the Seton community, the
Family Center was built on time and within budget.
Karen A. Alestock
Principal, Seton Catholic School
Mary Anne Beiting, Ed.D.
Principal, Archbishop Hoban High School
Robert K. Evans
Northrich Company
Anthony D. Frammartino
The Townsend Group
Colleen B. Joyce
MarketHATCH Co., Inc.
Jeffrey Kavlick
This past year has been a very successful one, and
we, the members of the Board, are committed to
continued improvement. Thank you for your
devotion to keeping Seton the finest K-8 Catholic
School in Northeast Ohio.
Moreland Partners
Arthur H. LaFountain
Edward Jones
Sonia C. Salvino
University Hospitals Case Medical Center
Travis D. Smith
Very Truly Yours,
John P. Susany
Jo-Ann Stores, Inc.
Theodore J. Stitzel
Reidy Medical Supply, Inc.
CHAIR EMERITUS
Michael P. Valentine
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Why choose Seton Catholic School?
Seton Catholic School, a highly respected independent
Catholic school is a U.S. Department of Education
National Blue Ribbon School of Excellence. Seton
Catholic was established in 1996 and is a local, state, and
national award-winning school. A student population,
Kindergarten through Grade Eight, consists of 436
students. Faculty and Staff at Seton Catholic School are
committed to both the education and faith development
of its students. Every facet of life is important: spiritual,
physical, intellectual and emotional. In a nurturing
environment of respect and responsibility, Seton
embraces spiritual development so that each student is selfmotivated as steward for good in God’s world. Graduates
have been accepted to and are attending exceptional high
schools and colleges. The approved curriculum of the
Catholic Diocese of Cleveland and the State of Ohio is the
foundation for the program of study at Seton. Seton
Catholic School is a non-profit corporation governed by a
Board of Directors.
Seton parents regularly share their appreciation for our:
 Intentional Catholicity
 Academic Excellence
 1 : Infinity Technology Program
 Dedicated and Professional Teachers
 Community Service Opportunities
 Size of School
 One Campus = One Schedule
 Fine Arts Program
 Physical Education Facilities
 Performing Arts Stage
 CYO Sports Programs and Participation
 Co-curricular Educational Excursions
 Formal K - 8 Spanish Program
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Faculty and Staff
Mrs. Karen A. Alestock: Principal
Sr. Helen Weis, SJSM: Assistant Principal
Mrs. Patricia Fritz: Director of Admissions and Communications
Mr. Cushwa, Mrs. April Baratian: Director of Development
Mrs. Barbara Synek: Controller
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Kindergarten: Mrs. Jacqueline Palumbo, Mrs. Brittany Eismon, Mrs. Mary Ann Love
Teaching Assistants: Mrs. Heather Urbanic, Mrs. Chelly Switka
1st Grade: Mrs. Stephanie Apostoluk, Mrs. Brittany Chin, Mrs. Laura Zaleski
Teaching Assistants: Mrs. Patricia Long, Mrs. Rebecca Schapel
2nd Grade: Mrs. Megan Ober, Mrs. Anne Pauley
Teaching Assistant: Mrs. Laurie Moore
3rd Grade: Mrs. Phyllis Rose, Mrs. Patricia Zuponcic
4th Grade: Mrs. Margery Wright, Mrs. Aimee Lauletta
5th Grade: Mrs. Christina Roppel, Mrs. Ashley Koroshazi
6th Grade: Mrs. Mary Beth Furman, Ms. Megan Gaffney
7th Grade: Dr. Anne Schoeffler, Ms. Sarah Jackson
8th Grade: Mr. Gregory Selner, Mrs. Christine Bielecki
Mr. Jim Allen: Maintenance
Mr. William Black: Instrumental Music
Mrs. Jessica Chmura: Art
Mrs. Lee Dupay: School Secretary
Mr. Paul Fotia: Technology
Miss Caitlin Fritz: Coordinator of Instructional Technology
Miss Lisa Garrison: Librarian
Mrs. Kristan Heller: Coordinator of Religious Education
Mrs. Jennifer Morris: Music
Sra. Elisabeth Ruiz-Flint: Spanish
Mr. Rich Grega: Physical Education
Miss Tammie Coggin: Crusader Care Extended Day
Auxiliary Services Staff
Mrs. April Baratian: Auxiliary Services Clerk
Mrs. Kara Pietrowski: Speech Therapist
Mrs. Suzy Evans: Nurse
Mrs. Christine Lally: Health Aide
Mrs. Judy Hartle: Resource Teacher
Mr. Jon Prochnow: School Psychologist
Mrs. Thérèse Stepanek: Advanced Math Teacher
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The Valentine Family Center
The newest 17,500 square foot addition to our campus opened in March 2014. Our generous
donors who contributed to the Spirit of Seton Capital Campaign made the vision into a reality. The
Valentine Family Center is a fully funded 2 million dollar project. The Family Center houses a
CYO sanctioned gymnasium, performing arts stage, two classrooms, sports heritage lobby,
concession stand, and an outdoor classroom pavilion.
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THANK YOU to the Spirit of Seton Capital Campaign Donors
Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Alestock
Mr. and Mrs. Douglas S. Balash
Bank of America Matching Gifts Program
Dr. and Mrs. Marcus A. Baratian
Mr. and Mrs. Kevin Barger
Dr. Mary Anne Beiting
Mr. and Mrs. Scott Beskid
Mr. and Mrs. Michael L. Boehringer
Mr. and Mrs. Brian Boike
Mr. and Mrs. Scott Bonamase
Mr. and Mrs. John Bonfiglio
Mr. Evan Bosman
Dr. and Mrs. Thaddeus C. Bosman
Dr. R. Brandhorst and Dr. M. Dubelko
Mr. and Mrs. Patrick O. Brennan
Mr. and Mrs. Phillip Brooks
Mr. Reginald Brown
Capital Group Companies
Mr. and Mrs. Dean Caputo
Mr. and Mrs. Mike Catanzarite
Mr. David and Dr. Kelley Cerroni
Mr. and Mrs. Jim Chapas
Dr. Ang Chen and Dr. Yu Zhi
Ms. Lisa Christen
Classic Honda of Streetsboro
Mr. and Mrs. Thomas M. Clifford
Ms. Lorraine Cline
Clorox Company Foundation
Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Coates
Mr. and Mrs. Gregory Collins
Mr. and Mrs. Stephen Colopy
Mr. and Mrs. Timothy Conti
Controlsoft, Inc.
Mr. and Mrs. William Corl
Mr. and Mrs. Jason Cornacchione
Mr. and Mrs. Timothy Corrigan
Ms. Dawn Cullen
Mr. and Mrs. William W. Cushwa Jr.
Mr. and Mrs. William W. Cushwa Sr.
Mr. and Mrs. Eric Daigle
Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Damato
Mr. and Mrs. Christopher Dashner
Dr. and Mrs. David DeLambo
Mr. and Mrs. Perry Demming
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Mr. and Mrs. Robert Deuberry
Mr. David Dunne and Ms. Kimberly Gallagher
Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Dupay
Mr. and Mrs. Jay Dyer
Mr. and Mrs. Robert Earp
Dr. Michael Ensley and Dr. Miriam Zidehsarai
Mr. and Mrs. Greg Estoker
Mr. and Mrs. Robert K. Evans
Mr. and Mrs. Brian Fallon
Mr. and Mrs. Dave Farrell
Mr. and Mrs. William Ferry
Fidelity Charitable Gift Fund
Mr. and Mrs. William Foster
Mr. and Mrs. Anthony D. Frammartino
Fred A. Lennon Charitable Trust
Mr. and Mrs. William Friend
Mr. and Mrs. John R. Fritz
Mr. and Mrs. James R. Galvin
Ganley VW & Subaru of Bedford
GE Foundation
Mr. and Mrs. Dennis Geiger
Mrs. Jennifer Giltinan
Mr. and Mrs. William Granchi Jr.
Mr. and Mrs. William Granchi Sr.
Dr. and Mrs. Richard Grenci
Mr. and Mrs. Greg J. Griffith
Mr. and Mrs. Robert Groppe
Mr. and Mrs. Liam B. Guiney
Mr. and Mrs. Jim Guzi
Mr. and Mrs. James Hakes
Mr. and Mrs. Mark Hannum
Mr. and Mrs. Adam Hasenkopf
Mr. and Mrs. Aaron Hawkins
Mr. and Mrs. Steven Hedlund
Dr. and Mrs. Stephen Heupler
Mr. and Mrs. Richard K. Hoffman
Dr. Jeffrey and Dr. Patricia Hord
Mr. and Mrs. David K. Johnson
Ms. Erica Jones
Mr. Matthew and Dr. Kelly Joyce
Mr. and Mrs. Paul Joyce
Mr. and Mrs. Jeffrey Kavlick
Mr. and Mrs. John Kenerson
KeyBank Foundation
Mr. and Mrs. Robert W. Kibler
SETON CATHOLIC SCHOOL ANNUAL REPORT 2013-14
THANK YOU to the Spirit of Seton Capital Campaign Donors (continued)
Dr. Len and Dr. Lindsay Kolencik
Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Kolencik
Mr. Roman Korolev and Dr. Milania Valore
Mr. and Mrs. Steven J. Kosko
Mr. Frantisek Kovac and Ms. Beatrica Kovacova
Mr. and Mrs. Todd J. Kuhrt
Mr. and Mrs. Jeffrey Kula
Mr. Ganesh Kumaraswamy and
Mrs. Vijay Alur
Mr. and Mrs. Ronald Kundla
Mr. and Mrs. Arthur H. LaFountain
Mr. and Mrs. Terry Lahoski
Mr. and Mrs. Michael Lally
Mr. & Mrs. Jeffrey C. Laughlin, Sr.
Mr. and Mrs. Brian Leek
Mr. and Mrs. Raul Leoni
Mr. David Ligan and Mrs. Amy Furey-Ligan
Dr. Yang Lin and Dr. Li Wang
Mr. and Mrs. Brian Lippert
Mr. Dmitriy Londarskiy and
Ms. Tatyana Dvorkina
London Group CPAs, Inc.
Mr. and Mrs. Mark London
Mr. and Mrs. Philip Lopez
Lou Ritenour Decorators Inc.
Lubrizol Foundation
Mr. and Mrs. Justin Markey
Mr. and Mrs. William Marr
Maynard Family Foundation
Mr. and Mrs. Ken Maynard
Mr. and Mrs. Colum McKenna
Mr. and Mrs. Michael F. McKenna
Mr. and Mrs. Patrick McKeon
Dr. and Mrs. Eric McKnight
Mr. Joseph and Dr. Ann Marie McMullin
Mr. and Mrs. William McNamara
Mr. and Mrs. Nicholas Mehelic
Mr. and Mrs. Daniel Miklos
Dr. and Mrs. Kevin Mineo
Dr. and Mrs. Ronald Mineo
Mr. and Mrs. Michael Mohlenkamp
Mr. and Mrs. Assaad Morcos
Morgan Stanley
The Burton D. Morgan Foundation
The Margaret Clark Morgan Foundation
Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Morgan
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Mr. Ryan Morley and Ms. Sara Stenger
Mr. and Mrs. Marc Murrin
Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Mylott
Mr. and Mrs. Robert J. Nemer
Mr. and Mrs. Robert Nicholas
Mr. and Mrs. David Oakes
Mr. and Mrs. Norbert G. O'Brien, III
Dr. and Mrs. Stephen O'Connor
Mr. Ivo Omega and Dr. Indrarini Laksmana
Mr. and Mrs. Michael J. Onders
Mr. and Mrs. S. Mark Ortega
Mr. and Mrs. Randall Oscarson
Mr. and Mrs. Richard S. Pacenta
Mr. and Mrs. William R. Papczun
Mr. and Mrs. David Papp
Dr. Steven Parker and Dr. Arminda Lumapas
Mr. and Mrs. Vincent Passerell
Mr. and Mrs. Sean Patton
Mr. Christopher and Dr. Jennifer Pavlo
PDS Capital Management LLC
Mr. and Mrs. Kevin Peinkofer
Mr. and Mrs. Frank C. Perrotta, Sr.
Mr. and Mrs. Frank C. Perrotta, Jr.
Mr. and Mrs. David Peterson
Mr. and Mrs. Luke Petherbridge
Pfizer Foundation Matching Gifts Foundation
Mr. and Mrs. Brian Pierce
Mr. and Mrs. Paul Plaspohl
PNC Foundation
Mr. and Mrs. Eugene Pompili
Mr. and Mrs. Charles Edward Potter
Mr. and Mrs. Patrick Powell
Preformed Line Products
Mr. Michael Prevost and Ms. Cindy Camma
Mr. and Mrs. Edward Proctor
The Progressive Insurance Foundation
Mr. Gadekal and Dr. Sailaja Reddy
Mr. and Mrs. Roy Reese
Mr. and Mrs. Ryan Regan
Mr. and Mrs. Louis Ritenour
Mr. and Mrs. David Rodgers
Mr. and Mrs. Eric V. Roegner
Mr. and Mrs. Gregory Rosko
Mr. and Mrs. Scott Roubic
Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Ruocco
Saint-Gobain Corporation Foundation
Mr. and Mrs. Michael Salvino
SETON CATHOLIC SCHOOL ANNUAL REPORT 2013-14
THANK YOU to the Spirit of Seton Capital Campaign Donors (continued)
Mr. and Mrs. Bill Sanchez
Mr. and Mrs. William Scala
Mr. John and Dr. Kristen Schmidt
Mr. David and Dr. Anne Schoeffler
Mr. and Mrs. Harry Selner
Seton Athletic Association
Mr. and Mrs. Joshua Shale
Mr. and Mrs. Daniel Sherman
Mr. and Mrs. Kevin Simmons
Dr. and Mrs. Ken Sirocky
Dr. and Mrs. Douglas Smith
Mr. and Mrs. Travis D. Smith
Mr. and Mrs. Erik Snyder
Mr. and Mrs. David A. Soulsby
Mr. and Mrs. Peter Spacagna
Mr. and Mrs. Kesavan Srinivasan
Mr. and Mrs. Frank Stams
Mr. and Mrs. Kenneth Stasick
Mr. and Mrs. Tim Stepanek
Mr. and Mrs. William Stephens
Mr. and Mrs. William Stevens
Mr. and Mrs. Jeff Stitzel
Mr. and Mrs. Theodore Stitzel
Mr. and Mrs. Karel Stryczek
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Mr. and Mrs. James Sukys
Mr. and Mrs. John Susany
Mr. and Mrs. David Synek
Dr. and Mrs. David Thiele
Timken Company Charitable and
Educational Fund
Mr. and Mrs. Michael Valentine
Mr. and Mrs. Nicholas J. Valenziano
Mr. and Mrs. Billy van Ginkel
ViaSat, Inc.
Mr. and Mrs. Nicholas Villanti
Mr. and Mrs. Steve Voinovich
Mr. and Mrs. Steven Volcansek
Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Wearsch
Sister Helen Weis S.J.S.M.
Mr. and Mrs. William Wendell
Mr. and Mrs. Robert Williams
Ms. Cara Wilson
Mr. and Mrs. Daniel Wood
Mr. and Mrs. John Workley
Dr. and Mrs. Donald Wotring
Mr. and Mrs. Daniel K. Wright
The Paul F. and Margaret M.
Wutz Foundation
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1: Infinity Technology Initiative
The 1: Infinity Program is a technology initiative that began in grades 6, 7, and 8 at
the beginning of the 2013-2014 school year. It blends technology and traditional
learning throughout all subject areas, and infuses 21st century skills across the
curriculum. A key component of this program is the distribution of a Chromebook
computer to each 6th, 7th, and 8th grade student for use at school and at home.
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Goals:
Enhance learning
Increase student access to infinite resources
Create opportunities for learning in and out of the classroom
Provide students with the technology base skills and critical thinking tools they will need
to succeed in high school, college, and in future careers
Foster lifelong learners, responsible digital citizens, and creators instead of consumers
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Financial Summary
It is through tuition and fundraising efforts that Seton Catholic School is able to maintain its operations and
give students an exemplary experience. The difference between the true cost of school operations and actual
tuition charged results in a financial ‘gap’. Filling that ‘gap’ becomes the responsibility of fundraising efforts
and development initiatives. The ‘gap’ for 2013-2014 was $845 per student.
Income: July 1, 2013 to June 30, 2014
Tuition & Fees - 56%
Mandated Services - 4%
Student Services - 2%
Capital Campaign - 28%
Endowment Income - 2%
Donations - 1%
Grants - 2%
Annual Fund Appeal - 1%
Night to Remember - 4%
Expenses: July 1, 2013 to June 30, 2014
Operating Expense - 23%
Instructional - 49%
Facility Maintenance & Repair - 7%
Depreciation & Amortization - 8%
Financial Aid & Discounts - 9%
Interest - 4%
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Honor Roll of Donors to the 2013-2014 Annual Fund
$10,000 and above
PDS Capital Management LLC
$250 to $499
$5,000 to $9,999
Mr. and Mrs. William Granchi Jr.
Mr. and Mrs. Michael Silvestro
Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Alestock
Dr. Ronald Berschig
Mr. David and Dr. Kelley Cerroni
Mr. and Mrs. Jim Chapas
Dr. Ang Chen and Dr. Yu Zhi
Mr. and Mrs. Gary Cole
Ms. Dawn Cullen
Mr. and Mrs. Steven J. Kosko
Mr. and Mrs. Robert Niehaus
Mr. and Mrs. Richard S. Pacenta
Mr. and Mrs. John Palumbo
PNC Foundation
Mr. and Mrs. Patrick Powell
Mr. Gadekal and Dr. Sailaja Reddy
Mr. and Mrs. Harry Roegner
Mr. John and Dr. Kristen Schmidt
Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Semple
Mr. and Mrs. John Susany
Mr. and Mrs. David Synek
Tektronix Foundation Matching Gifts Program
Mr. David Thomas
Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Wearsch
$2,500 to $4,999
Mr. and Mrs. Greg J. Griffith
Dr. Jeffrey and Dr. Patricia Hord
The Progressive Insurance Foundation
$1,000 to $2,499
Mr. and Mrs. Brian Boike
Mr. and Mrs. Brian Fallon
Father Vincent O'Dea Trust
Mr. and Mrs. Anthony D. Frammartino
Mr. Matthew and Dr. Kelly Joyce
Mr. and Mrs. Michael Klaus
Mr. Dmitriy Londarskiy and Ms.Tatyana Dvorkina
Mr. and Mrs. Justin Markey
Mr. and Mrs. Michael L. Ritenour
Mr. and Mrs. Eric V. Roegner
$500 to $999
Mr. and Mrs. Phillip Brooks
Mr. and Mrs. Timothy Conti
Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Dupay
Mr. and Mrs. Todd J. Kuhrt
Mr. and Mrs. Philip Lopez
Mr. and Mrs. Michael Mohlenkamp
Ms. Barbara Plone
Dr. and Mrs. Ken Sirocky
Mr. and Mrs. Kenneth Stasick
Mr. and Mrs. Nicholas J. Valenziano Jr.
Mr. and Mrs. Nicholas J. Valenziano Sr.
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Honor Roll of Donors to the 2013-2014 Annual Fund (continued)
$5 to $249
Mr. and Mrs. William D. Badders
Dr. and Mrs. Marcus A. Baratian
Mr. and Mrs. Andrew S. Barnes
Dr. Mary Anne Beiting
Mr. and Mrs. Michael L. Boehringer
Dr. and Mrs. Bill Boike
Mrs. Karen Brennan
Mr. and Mrs. Francis Carlson
Mr. and Mrs. Glenn Collins
Mr. and Mrs. William W. Cushwa
Mrs. Jacqueline Dee
Mr. and Mrs. Patrick Donovan
Mr. and Mrs. Anthony L. Dunne
Mr. David Dunne and Ms. Kimberly Gallagher
Mr. and Mrs. Robert Earp
Mr. and Mrs. William Ferry
Mr. and Mrs. Patrick Flynn
Mr. and Mrs. Milton Forsythe
Mr. and Mrs. Lawrence Furman
Mr. and Mrs. William Granchi Sr.
Dr. and Mrs. Richard Grenci
Mr. and Mrs. Robert Groppe
Mr. and Mrs. Michael S. Guerriero
Mr. and Mrs. Liam B. Guiney
Mr. and Mrs. Jim Guzi
Mr. and Mrs. Jerry Herold
Mr. Tim Holzheimer
Ms. Madeleine Holzheimer
Mr. and Mrs. Robert W. Kibler
Dr. Len and Dr. Lindsay Kolencik
Mr. and Mrs. John Lauletta
Mr. and Mrs. Raul Leoni
Mr. and Mrs. Ronald W. Long
Mrs. Mary Ann Love
Mr. and Mrs. Alan McDonough
Mr. and Mrs. Colum McKenna
Mr. James Messmore
Mr. and Mrs. David Moore
Mr. and Mrs. Keith Morris
Mr. and Mrs. Aiden Murphy
Mr. and Mrs. Norbert G. O'Brien, III
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Mrs. Kathleen Oakes
Mr. and Mrs. Michael J. Onders
Mrs. Elizabeth Osmer
Miss Christina Passerell
Mr. Matthew Passerell
Mr. and Mrs. Vincent Passerell
Mr. Kevin Patton
Mr. and Mrs. Glade Pauley
Mr. Christopher and Dr. Jennifer Pavlo
Mrs. Kara Pietrowski
Mr. and Mrs. Charles Edward Potter
Mr. and Mrs. Jonathon Prochnow
Mr. and Mrs. Nicholas Roppel
Sra. Elisabeth Ruiz-Flint
Mr. and Mrs. Edward Ryntz
Mr. and Mrs. Bill Sanchez
Mr. and Mrs. Laurence Scherrman
Mr. David and Dr. Anne Schoeffler
Mrs. Kathleen Scott
Mr. Gregory Selner
Mr. Lowell Smith
Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Stenger
Miss Kaitlyn Stepanek
Miss Kirsten Stepanek
Mr. and Mrs. Tim Stepanek
Mr. Timothy Stepanek Jr.
Mr. and Mrs. C. Lee Stitzel
Mr. and Mrs. Theodore Stitzel
Mr. and Mrs. James Sukys
Mr. and Mrs. John Susany
Miss Allison Synek
Mrs. Stephanie Titas
Mr. Jeremy Travis and Mrs. Ashley Koroshazi
Mr. and Mrs. Christopher Trenka
United Way
Dr. and Mrs. Donald Wedding
Sister Helen Weis S.J.S.M.
Mrs. Margaret Whapham
Mr. and Mrs. Daniel Wood
Mr. and Mrs. Daniel K. Wright
Mrs. Laura Zaleski
Mr. and Mrs. Ralph P. Zuponcic
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Lifetime Giving
Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton Society
The Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton Society recognizes individuals, families, corporations, and foundations
who have given $50,000 or more since the establishment of Seton Catholic School.
Mr. and Mrs. Michael L. Boehringer
Mr. and Mrs. Mike Catanzarite
Mr. and Mrs. William W. Cushwa Jr.
Father Vincent O'Dea Trust
Friend of Seton Catholic School
GAR Foundation
Mr. and Mrs. William Granchi Jr.
Mr. and Mrs. Greg J. Griffith
Dr. Jeffrey and Dr. Patricia Hord
Miss Lillian L. Hudimac
Mr. and Mrs. Todd J. Kuhrt
Mr. and Mrs. Jeffrey C. Laughlin, Sr.
Mr. and Mrs. Michael Mohlenkamp
The Burton D. Morgan Foundation
Mr. and Mrs. Robert Niemiec
PDS Capital Management LLC
Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Scott
Mr. and Mrs. Travis D. Smith
Mr. and Mrs. Michael Valentine
The Paul F. and Margaret M. Wutz Foundation
A Family Tradition of Faith, Hope, Love and Giving
The story of Seton Catholic School is one of faith, hope, love and giving from the first founding
families in 1996 to our new families who generously share their gifts each day. Guided by our
mission, Seton Catholic School has grown stronger as we continue to celebrate the successes of
our students, staff and alumni. We are grateful to everyone who has helped Seton progress by
making strategic investments to secure our financial future and enhance our campus. This year
we especially recognize the Valentine family, Mike and Beth, and their children Anthony (SCS
2000), Brittany (SCS 2002), and Abigaile (SCS 2004) for their support of the dream that came to
fruition to build a premier facility for physical education, sports, and fine arts. The Valentine
Family Center is a tribute to their faith, hope, love and giving to Seton Catholic School - a lasting
gift to generations of students and families.
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Seton at a Glance
Seton Catholic School recruits and admits students of any race, color, gender, or ethnic origin to all
its rights, privileges, programs, and activities made available to students. Seton welcomes applications
from families of all backgrounds.
Enrollment: 436 (228 Boys/208 Girls)
Seton Families: 275
Parishes Represented:
Holy Angels – Chagrin Falls
Holy Family - Stow
Mother of Sorrows – Peninsula
Our Lady of Guadalupe – Macedonia
Our Lady of Perpetual Help – Aurora
Our Lady of the Cedars – Fairlawn
SS. Cosmos and Damian – Twinsburg
St. Andrew Kim Korean - Cleveland
St. Augustine – Barberton
St. Barnabas – Northfield
St. Basil the Great – Brecksville
Non-Catholic Church Affiliations:
Christ Community - Hudson
United Methodist - Hudson
Parkside - Uniontown
Poland United Methodist – Poland
St. George – Cleveland
St. Paul’s Greek Orthodox – North Royalton
St. Sergius – Parma
United Methodist – Kent
Communities Represented:
Akron
Aurora
Brimfield
Cuyahoga Falls
Hiram
Hudson
Kent
Macedonia
Mantua
Munroe Falls
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Northfield
Northfield Center
Norton
Peninsula
Ravenna
Richfield
Solon
Stow
Streetsboro
Twinsburg
St. Bernadette - Westlake
St. Colman - Cleveland
St. Eugene – Cuyahoga Falls
St. Hilary - Akron
St. Joan of Arc - Streetsboro
St. Joseph – Cuyahoga Falls
St. Mary - Hudson
St. Matthew - Akron
St. Patrick - Kent
St. Rita - Solon
St. Victor - Richfield
St. Vincent de Paul - Akron
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Seton Catholic School Fosters Spiritual Development
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More than 50 liturgies and prayer services have been celebrated in the St. Elizabeth Ann
Seton Chapel this year.
Students participated in daily prayer, Reconciliation, Eucharistic Adoration, Stations of
the Cross, Living Stations of the Cross, May Crowning, Rosary Club, Living Rosary,
and Retreats.
PTO sponsored “Living Our Mission” Sunday liturgy.
Middle School Students participated in Theology of the Body, LifeWorks Ohio
“Choose Life” Program, and Morley Health Center Adolescent Health Program.
The Seton Staff gathered at weekly prayer services during Advent and Lent and
celebrated liturgy as a staff at the beginning and end of the school year.
The students and families of Seton celebrated Catholic Schools Week in January with
liturgy at St. Mary Church, Sunday Open House, student and Staff appreciation days, a
Parent Breakfast and classroom visits.
Through staff instruction and Jesus Day, our second grade students were fully prepared
to receive the Sacraments of Reconciliation and Holy Eucharist at their home parishes.
Seton Athletic Association honored fall and spring Seton athletes during special CYO
Masses held at St. Mary Parish, Hudson.
Students in Kindergarten through Eighth grade invited all Grandparents to participate in
our annual Grandparent’s Day celebration, sharing Liturgy, lunch, special classroom
visits, and enjoying the talents of our students at the Seton Showcase.
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Seton Catholic School Fosters Academic Excellence
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State Recognition: Power of the Pen, Science Olympiad, MathCounts Contest, Stock
Market Game
Local, District, and Regional Recognition: LifeWorks Ohio Essay Contest,
Lemonade Day (a collaborative effort with the Burton D. Morgan Foundation), Child
and Family Awareness Month art contest, Summit County Spelling Bee, First Lego
League Robotics Team (funded by a grant from the GAR Foundation), GCCTM Math
Competitions, Science Club competitions at John Carroll and Case Western
Universities, Music in the Parks Festival Competition at Cedar Point
Technology Advances: 1: Infinity Initiative in Grades 6 - 8, Wireless Campus,
Expanded Use of the Mobile Technology Cart (Dell Tablets)
Math Program Advances: Math Team in Grade 5, Middle School Algebra 1 Program in
Grade 7; Geometry in Grade 8, Middle School Math Team
Science and Outdoor Educational Excursions:
- Grade 7 partnership with Cuyahoga Valley National Park- reclamation of park land
- Grade 7 trip to Pittsburgh
- Grade 6 overnight at Camp Christopher
- Use of Hudson Springs Park as an extension of school campus for all grades
- Grade 4 trip to Columbus
Support Services and Personnel: Expanded role of Resource Teacher, Experience and
expertise of School Psychologist, Daily use of the Selner/Laughlin Advanced Learning
Lab
Grades Kindergarten through 8 participated in Seton Reads Week, enjoying a visit from
author, David FitzSimmons.
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Seton Catholic School Fosters Responsibility to Self & Service to Others
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Seton Student Council collections have supported ARC of Summit and Portage
Counties, Children of Ubumi, Akron Food Pantry, Tolle Lege, and One Bead.
Students and Staff $1 Dress Down Days and other service initiatives have benefitted
local and global charitable organizations, American Diabetes Association, Blossom Hill
Foundation, Stewart’s Giving Place, Upside of Downs, American Heart Association,
and The Gathering Place, with more the $4,000 in cash donations.
Prayer Blankets were sent to various Hospice Centers and the USO.
Twenty-four 8th grade students participated in Habits of the Heart. The following
organizations were beneficiaries of their service projects: Akron Food Bank, Cuyahoga
Valley National Park, Hattie Larlham, and Salvation Army.
Seniors and Youth Partners in Philanthropy Board involved five 8th grade students who,
in collaboration with seniors from Laurel Lake Retirement Community, granted $2,500
to the following local charities: Alzheimer's Association, Hudson Special Olympics,
Children of Ubumi, Music from the Western Reserve, Hudson Players, and Hudson
League for Service with Destination Hudson.
Teams of 5th grade students incorporated charitable giving into their Lemonade Day
entrepreneurial project with 25% of their profits, more than $1,100, donated to their
chosen charities: Autism Speaks, Make-A-Wish Foundation, Preston’s HOPE, March of
Dimes, Akron Children’s Hospital, ALS Association, Pawsabilities, International
Dyslexia Association, Berea Children’s Home and Family Services, Juvenile Diabetes
Research Foundation, American Red Cross Association, and the Wounded Warrior
Project.
Service during Thanksgiving included food basket collections and a pie collection to
benefit families from St. Mary School, Akron.
Service during Advent included collections of household items to benefit the Humility
of Mary Housing Ministry. Our students were able to fully furnish eight apartments.
Service during Lent supported the Labre Ministry. Students collected toiletries for the
homeless in Cleveland.
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A Night to Remember
Live from Signature of Solon Country Club, it’s… SETON NIGHT LIVE
A Night to Remember Annual Dinner and Benefit Auction, November 2, 2013, produced the
largest net profit the event has ever had! Over $170,000 was generated to directly benefit the
students at Seton Catholic School. We were especially grateful to our event co-chairs, Debbie
Smith and Lisa Pierce, for all their hard work and creativity. The evening featured priceless
offerings of students’ creations and Seton Memory Makers, offered by our Teachers and Staff,
which provided unique, unforgettable experiences for the highest bidder.
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WE ARE SETON
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SETON CATHOLIC SCHOOL ANNUAL REPORT 2013-14
Class of 2014
Seton Catholic School graduates matriculate to excellent high schools and continue on to
distinguished colleges and universities.
Our students earn prestigious awards and
scholarships and are Catholic leaders, good citizens and ministers of service to others. We are
proud that 100% of our eighth grade graduates were accepted at their first-choice high
schools. Seton Catholic School Class of 2014 is attending the following high schools:
Archbishop Hoban High School, Gilmour Academy, Hudson High School, St. Ignatius High
School, The Peddie School, Walsh Jesuit High School, and Western Reserve Academy.
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Contact Information
MRS. KAREN ALESTOCK
PRINCIPAL
SISTER HELEN WEIS, SJSM
ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL
Tel (330) 342-4200 ext. 222
Fax (330) 342-4276
[email protected]
Tel (330) 342-4200 ext. 224
Fax (330) 342-4276
[email protected]
MRS. PATRICIA FRITZ
DIRECTOR OF
COMMUNICATIONS &
ADMISSIONS
MRS. BARBARA SYNEK
CONTROLLER
Tel (330) 342-4200 ext. 226
Fax (330) 342-4276
[email protected]
Tel (330) 342-4200 ext. 225
Fax (330) 342-4276
[email protected]
MRS. APRIL BARATIAN
DIRECTOR OF DEVELOPMENT
Tel (330) 342-4200 ext. 232
Fax (330) 342-4276
[email protected]
Seton Catholic School
6923 Stow Road
Hudson, Ohio 44236
Tel (330) 342-4200
Fax (330) 342-4276
www.setoncatholicschool.org
https://www.facebook.com/SetonCatholicSchool
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Donate and Invest in our Mission
Inspired by Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton and rooted in our Catholic faith,
Seton Catholic School fosters spiritual development, academic
excellence, responsibility to self, and service to others.
Philanthropic support is of vital importance to Seton Catholic School. Each and every gift
makes a difference. Please consider supporting Seton: make a yearly tax-deductible
contribution to the Seton Fund, contribute to the Seton Catholic Endowment, donate to an
established scholarship fund, create a special named fund, or attend the special events held to
benefit our school.
Ways to donate to Seton Catholic School:
Check or Cash
Donate by mail or in person with your check or money order (payable to Seton Catholic
School).
Credit Card
Donate with a convenient credit card transaction in person or by phone.
Appreciated Securities or Transfer of Stock
Donate via wire transfer and gift of stock. Contact Mrs. Barbara Synek at (330)342-4200 ext.
225 or [email protected]
Employee Matching Gifts Program
Your gift can double or triple if your company or your spouse’s company participates in a
matching gifts program. Contact your employer’s human resources department to find out if
your organization participates.
Honor or Memorial Gifts
Celebrate a significant occasion or honor the life of a loved one. This is a special meaningful
gift that will also support the mission of our school.
Create a Legacy
Consider designating Seton Catholic School as a beneficiary in your estate plans. Planned gifts
offer donors tax and income benefits.
Seton Catholic Endowment
Consider contributing your gift through the Hudson Community Foundation,
who manages the Seton Catholic Endowment. The fund is focused on providing
tuition assistance and financial aid that will continue to benefit the students and
the school in perpetuity.
If you have questions or would like additional information, please contact Mrs. April Baratian,
Director of Development, at (330)342-4200 ext. 232 or [email protected]
Disclaimer:
We have made a concerted effort to recognize donors properly. If we have inadvertently left your name off a listing, please
notify us immediately. Listings in this report recognize gifts received through the school's fiscal year ending June 30, 2014.
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