Class of '79 golfers. Tee time, Sunday April 18th @ Ewa Beach Golf Club, time 10:20. Give me a call 277-0396 email ddjcagor@yahoo.com hope you can make it and bring a guest.
Dave Agor.
Sunday, March 21, 2010
Monday, March 15, 2010
Please Read: Raising $50,000 For The 50th Anniversary Gift
Aloha, SLHS Class of 1979:
Saint Louis School has a rich and regal reputation which has been built over the years on the strength, integrity, loyalty and devotion of its alumni. Nowhere is this more evident and obvious than the class gift of $50,000 traditionally given to our school each year by the 50th year Anniversary Class. Quite frankly and honestly, Saint Louis could and would not be what it is today if it were not for the regular influx of these funds each and every year by our generous alumni.
A gift of $50,000 to our school is achievable and “reachable” only through hard work, pre-planning and on-going devotion to our goal. Sure, it is never an easy task to raise monies, but with a bit of forward and proactive thinking, our hardworking and dedicated Class can easily raise the $50,000, and then “go down in history” as yet another 50th year Anniversary Class which “does what it takes” to give Saint Louis the $50,000 it so desperately needs. So, in a few simple words, it’s time to get started, fellow classmates.
As a dedicated, hardworking and focused Class which quite frankly “Bleeds Red and Blue, tried and true,” we need to develop a “game plan” to raise the monies, although admittedly not needed from us for some 20 years from now. To achieve our class goal, I’ve formed a core team with Greg Frey (congratulation on being elected alumni Board of Directors President) and Greg Perry. Our core strategy is this: It no doubt makes logical and perfect sense to take a “slow and steady wins the race” approach to gathering these monies. In this fashion, raising the needed monies over the significant time we have to do it will be an easy task, and one our energetic Class can easily embrace as the worthwhile and noble cause it is. How about this “easy kine” approach, guys?
As each of you considers whether or not to “step up to the (Crusaders) plate” and become a part of our Class history as a key player in the drive for $50,000, rest assured that the monies to be donated will be well managed, safe and secure, and “when the time comes,” used as our mighty Class sees fit and as we direct. Rest assured, guys, that:
It’s now time to “step-up,” Class of 1979. On the heals of the energy and “chicken skin” feelings we all had during 30th year Reunion Activities, it’s time to dedicate yourself, each of you, to this worthwhile cause. Become part of our Class History. Join the cause and become a vital and much needed part of our “Class core.” Let us know by filling out the form below and returning it to us ASAP.
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Memor et Fidelis,
RUSSELL VALENTE Chair, Class Gift Committee SLHS Class of 1979
Saint Louis School has a rich and regal reputation which has been built over the years on the strength, integrity, loyalty and devotion of its alumni. Nowhere is this more evident and obvious than the class gift of $50,000 traditionally given to our school each year by the 50th year Anniversary Class. Quite frankly and honestly, Saint Louis could and would not be what it is today if it were not for the regular influx of these funds each and every year by our generous alumni.
A gift of $50,000 to our school is achievable and “reachable” only through hard work, pre-planning and on-going devotion to our goal. Sure, it is never an easy task to raise monies, but with a bit of forward and proactive thinking, our hardworking and dedicated Class can easily raise the $50,000, and then “go down in history” as yet another 50th year Anniversary Class which “does what it takes” to give Saint Louis the $50,000 it so desperately needs. So, in a few simple words, it’s time to get started, fellow classmates.
As a dedicated, hardworking and focused Class which quite frankly “Bleeds Red and Blue, tried and true,” we need to develop a “game plan” to raise the monies, although admittedly not needed from us for some 20 years from now. To achieve our class goal, I’ve formed a core team with Greg Frey (congratulation on being elected alumni Board of Directors President) and Greg Perry. Our core strategy is this: It no doubt makes logical and perfect sense to take a “slow and steady wins the race” approach to gathering these monies. In this fashion, raising the needed monies over the significant time we have to do it will be an easy task, and one our energetic Class can easily embrace as the worthwhile and noble cause it is. How about this “easy kine” approach, guys?
- A core group of say, 50 Classmates (of the some 250, or about 20%, of us) dedicate ourselves to this cause, and each of us pledge right now to donate a minimum of $40 per year for the next 20 years. To put this in perspective, this equates to about $3.35 PER MONTH!
- These 50 plus guys and their proactive vision will generate a minimum of $2,000 per year, and over the next 20 years, a whopping $40,000 will be collected (or 80 percent of the goal).
- This $40,000 will no doubt grow over time, both by low risk investment interest and more importantly, from additional donations by other Classmates “above and beyond,” the core 50 guys. Similarly, even more monies can be raised via Class get togethers and activities over the next many years. Frankly, “the sky’s the limit” as we develop ways to reach our goal.
As each of you considers whether or not to “step up to the (Crusaders) plate” and become a part of our Class history as a key player in the drive for $50,000, rest assured that the monies to be donated will be well managed, safe and secure, and “when the time comes,” used as our mighty Class sees fit and as we direct. Rest assured, guys, that:
- All monies as received from everyone, every year, will be deposited to a trust account in our Class name, managed and maintained not by any one or more of our Classmates, but by SLS upon the Slopes of Kalaepohaku.
- Convenient ways to donate the money with regularity and consistency will be developed, to include automatic credit card debit. We will be working with SLS to set up automated withdrawals from your credit card or checking account on a monthly, quarterly, or annual basis.
- Annual updates on the status or our account which will include monies raised, interest earned, and special recognitions for those of us who go above and beyond the call.
- Once we reach the $50,000 goal, some 20 years from now, the decision of where the monies should go and how it will be used to benefit SLS will be our Class decision. We will decide together as an energetic and devoted Class how to dedicate our monies to our Alma Mater.
- Our Class donation at our 50th Year Anniversary can be used as “we see fit,” to include capital improvements to SLS, perpetual scholarships in our Class name, development of programs or activities at SLS in our Class name. Again, “the sky’s the limit,” guys.
It’s now time to “step-up,” Class of 1979. On the heals of the energy and “chicken skin” feelings we all had during 30th year Reunion Activities, it’s time to dedicate yourself, each of you, to this worthwhile cause. Become part of our Class History. Join the cause and become a vital and much needed part of our “Class core.” Let us know by filling out the form below and returning it to us ASAP.
Click on above image to enlarge, then right click to save a printable version to your computerThere is no limit; so, should we get more than the 50 guys we need to “move this” project forward with passion, then “all the better.” Get this form back to us ASAP, and become a recognized and vital part of both our Class and SLS history!!
Memor et Fidelis,
RUSSELL VALENTE Chair, Class Gift Committee SLHS Class of 1979
Tuesday, March 2, 2010
Kalaepohaku Project Graduation 2010 Golf Tournament
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Hey Guys,
The Class of 2010 is hosting a Golf Tournament on Wednesday, March 24 for their Project Grad Night. It will be fun! The info is on the attached flier. You can help support the guys in several ways: (1) Golf, (2) sponsor a hole for $100 (we’ll put your company name, logo, phone number, etc. on a hole sign), (3) donate a silent auction item, or (4) all of the above.
If you are interested in golfing or can help us in the above mentioned ways, shoot me an email – I’ll be glad to hear from you. I plan on golfing so please wear a hard-hat if you attend. Mahalo for your support!
Mahalo,
Russell
Russell A. Valente, '79
Director of Alumni Relations
rvalente@saintlouishawaii.org
Monday, March 1, 2010
Softball 2010 Recap
Aloha Pohaku Brothers,
Hats off to all of you who made this year another resounding success. Without your participation, enthusiasm and cooperation this tourney would go the way of the dodo bird--extinct!! We have a very special thing going--thanks to the vision of Coach Charlie Hall--who started this tradition some 22 years ago.
Let us not forget our brothers and fathers who have paved the way and set a good example. Guys like Mel Andres/84 who was posthumously chosen as this year's tourney marshal. Thanks Mel for all your support not only for the softball tournament but for our beloved Alma Mater.
Gentlemen, please don't forget to thank your significant others for allowing us to play the whole weekend in spite of it being V-day. Heck, the men from 07 showed some savvy by bringing their wahine to the park for a romantic and quiet weekend. I might point out that 07 historically won their first game ever at the tourney. Hats off to them. They also showed the most spirit by busting out the generator, 50 inch flat screen and karaoke machine. Ahhh, to think we were all that young once!!!! '07 you have have panache.
For those itching to know the following is the records for this year's bash:
Red--95 (6-0), 99 (3-3), 00 (3-2), 01 (2-3) and 07(1-5).
Blue--80 (5-0), 68-74 (3-1-1), 87 (3-2), 79 (1-3-1) and 77 (1-4).
Congratulations to 95 and 80 for winning their respective brackets. Was also great to see our ever present brothers who religiously make it back every year for this tournament--Keke Brede/82 and Keith Silva/77 (sorry Mark Gentry/82 you don't qualify anymore as Palolo is not considered off island).
Let us not forget our brothers and fathers who have paved the way and set a good example. Guys like Mel Andres/84 who was posthumously chosen as this year's tourney marshal. Thanks Mel for all your support not only for the softball tournament but for our beloved Alma Mater.
Gentlemen, please don't forget to thank your significant others for allowing us to play the whole weekend in spite of it being V-day. Heck, the men from 07 showed some savvy by bringing their wahine to the park for a romantic and quiet weekend. I might point out that 07 historically won their first game ever at the tourney. Hats off to them. They also showed the most spirit by busting out the generator, 50 inch flat screen and karaoke machine. Ahhh, to think we were all that young once!!!! '07 you have have panache.
For those itching to know the following is the records for this year's bash:
Red--95 (6-0), 99 (3-3), 00 (3-2), 01 (2-3) and 07(1-5).
Blue--80 (5-0), 68-74 (3-1-1), 87 (3-2), 79 (1-3-1) and 77 (1-4).
Congratulations to 95 and 80 for winning their respective brackets. Was also great to see our ever present brothers who religiously make it back every year for this tournament--Keke Brede/82 and Keith Silva/77 (sorry Mark Gentry/82 you don't qualify anymore as Palolo is not considered off island).
Wanted to send a shout out to Jayne McShane of Project Grad for allowing us the opportunity to assist in their efforts. Also, big Mahalo goes out to Doug Luiz/77 for covering the cost for the sanitois, George Larosa/74 for supplying one set of bases and the portable back stop, Rex Ito of VIP Sanitation, Scott Gonsalves/84 for getting the lei and medal that we will be providing to Mel's family, Jay Yano/89 for his continued support and service and the SLAA Board Of Directors. With SLAA Sports Committee covering the costs for the balls and umpires we were able to raise 2750 which will be going, via the School, to the Baseball Program.
I should also note that newly hired baseball coach, George Gusman/69, showed some major league class that surely impressed a bunch of us by taking time out of his busy schedule to walk around, thanking as much guys as he could. He even passed out Crusader Baseball stickers which said demonstrated the kind of empathy and class that he brings to the table.
Gang, please pass this mailing out to your respective class and spread the word to others. Remember, like New Year's, Xmas and other notable dates, the Crusader Alumni Tourney always falls on the President's Day weekend. Tell your mates that there should be no question as to not knowing when it will be.
Lastly, reminder that there is a Portagee Horseshoe Tournament slated for 4/11 at the Clubhouse that YOUR Sports Committee will be sponsoring. For more info please contact myself or Keone Batoon, who will be spearheading this inaugural tourney. Memor Et Fidelis!
I should also note that newly hired baseball coach, George Gusman/69, showed some major league class that surely impressed a bunch of us by taking time out of his busy schedule to walk around, thanking as much guys as he could. He even passed out Crusader Baseball stickers which said demonstrated the kind of empathy and class that he brings to the table.
Gang, please pass this mailing out to your respective class and spread the word to others. Remember, like New Year's, Xmas and other notable dates, the Crusader Alumni Tourney always falls on the President's Day weekend. Tell your mates that there should be no question as to not knowing when it will be.
Lastly, reminder that there is a Portagee Horseshoe Tournament slated for 4/11 at the Clubhouse that YOUR Sports Committee will be sponsoring. For more info please contact myself or Keone Batoon, who will be spearheading this inaugural tourney. Memor Et Fidelis!
Mahalo,
Brian Viola (softball co-chair), Keone Batoon (softball co-chair), Buddy Los Banos, Adrian Keanu, Brad Costales, Matt Decosta and Eric Tanaka
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