Category: News
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Giving the Gift of Life: Seniors Donate Nearly 82 Pints of Blood at Annual Blood Drive
By Ryan O’Connor ‘19 On Friday, November 2, seniors had the rewarding opportunity to donate blood at the annual Senior Blood Drive. The event was organized by the New York Blood Center, a non-profit and community based organization which works to provide blood to several hospitals in the tri-state area. The New York Blood Center…
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A Bright Light in a Dark World: Nicholas Donatelli ‘20 Creates Non-Profit Organization for Underprivileged Children
By Andrew Donnelly ‘20 It is said in Philippians 2:4, “Let each of you not only look to his own interests, but also to the interests of others.” In June of 2018, Chaminade’s Nicholas Donatelli, ‘20 decided to take this verse to heart. Along with Catarina Chelius ‘21 from Our Lady of Mercy Academy, he…
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3 Up 3 Down: November 2, 2018 Edition
3 Up Get Colorized: Junior Evening of Recollection Juniors will have their chance to gather as a class and develop their faith during the annual Get Colorized evening. The event will take place next Thursday, November 8, at 5:45 pm in the AAC, and will begin with a dinner, followed by faith talks and time…
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Learning from Home: Chaminade Students Participate in Virtual Class Day
By: Nicholas Sathi ’20 Over the past few years, Chaminade has instituted many incredible technological changes that have enhanced the learning experiences of its many students. The introduction of the Canvas learning management system and the distribution of iPads to each student have proven to be tremendously effective learning tools. This modern approach to education…
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3 Up 3 Down: October 26, 2018 Edition
By Ryan O’Connor ’19 and Jack Viscuso ’21 3 Up Pray for Us In honor of All Saints Day on Thursday, November 1, there will be no classes. Athletes who are practicing on Thursday will attend Mass at 9am in Hearst Auditorium, but all students are welcome to attend as well. Senior Blood Drive Senior…
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Getting into the Spirit: Sophomores Substitute iPads for Dodgeballs at Annual Sophomore Spirit Day
By Jack Sadler ‘21 On Friday, October 19th, the Class of 2021 participated in one of the most anticipated events of sophomore year, Sophomore Spirit Day. The program was an opportunity to take a step back from rigorous studies and, instead, spend the day having fun with and getting to know one’s classmates. However, Sophomore…
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MARKED for Greatness: Sophomores Discuss Vocation as Day Retreats Begin
By Jack Viscuso ’21 On Tuesday, September 25th, sophomore homeroom 2N kick-started the weekly day retreats at the Saragossa retreat house. Worries about upcoming tests and quizzes dissipated as sophomores were afforded the opportunity to take a step back from their academic obligations. The retreat program, dubbed “MARKED,” focuses on students’ vocations and how they…
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3 Up, 3 Down: October 19, 2018 Edition
By Ryan O’Connor ’19 & Jack Viscuso ’21 3 Up: Progress is Being Made Tomorrow morning, parents will be able to view their sons’ first trimester/semester progress grades, giving them their first formal indication of their student’s academic performance so far this year. The report will show letter grades only and can be accessed through…
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74th Gold Star Mass Honors the Lives of 56 Alumni Who Made the Ultimate Sacrifice
By John D’Ambrosio ‘21 Combat and warfare have been a nearly eternal part of civilization. While most of us fear war, courageous men and women are still willing to sacrifice their lives in combat to protect their country and the people they love. During World War I, the Gold Star tradition was born. Families with…
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3 Up, 3 Down: October 5, 2018 Edition
By Ryan O’Connor ‘19 & Jack Viscuso ‘21 3 Up Gold Star Mass Next Thursday, students, faculty, and alumni will gather in honor of our fallen troops at the 74th annual Gold Star Mass. As always, the names of each Gold Star alumnus, displayed in portraits hung around the Activity-Athletic Center, will be read during…
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