Principal's Honor Roll

The following SAHS students have received the prestigious distinction of being named to the Principal's Honor Roll, and will be honored at a special dinner on Monday, March, 13, 2006. Heartfelt CONGRATULATIONS and resounding choruses of "WAY TO GO!" to:

MIA DOLGOROUKY
JAY EVARISTO
KEVIN GROTH
DON JASMIN
AUSTIN MUHLEKA
OANH NGUYEN
ALEXANDER SANCHEZ

Music! Music! Music!

Joining SAHS faculty in 2005. .. .the young, hip, energetic, talented Music teacher, JUSTIN PADILLA, justinpadilla@aol.com . Not only is he a gifted saxophone and clarinet player, but Mr. Padilla holds his own with guitar, drums, and piano. . .a virtual one-man band! Possessing two Master Degrees in Music and Music Education, Mr. Padilla comes to St. Anthony's after several years teaching at Mary Butler School of the Arts. His directive, as well as his personal goal is to develop a dynamic instrumental music program at SAHS. First being offered as an extracurricular course after school, Music will eventually move into the regular curriculum as early as Spring 2006. According to Mr. Padilla, whether one is a novice piano player, or highly skilled guitarist doesn't really matter. "What matters is the motivation and the desire." Welcome, Mr. Padilla. . .Music, Maestro, Please!

Esteemed Alumnus Heads Cinema Production and Acting Classes

CHARLIE TENTINDO, Class of '82, now teaching Cinema Production and Acting at St. Anthony, part-time. "It was time to give back some of what I learned at S. A. as well as what I've learned in the field as a director, actor and producer." Most recently, Charles wrote and directed the documentary, "Making A Killing," which is included in the Nicholas Cage DVD release of "Lord of War," which hit the streets January 17, 2006. The documentary examines the issues related to the proliferation of small arms and light weapons, as well as the global issue of child soldiers. Charles was an invited guest at the United Nations in New York City for the release of the DVD on January 17. His website is www.flyingdirector.com and he may also be reached at charlestentindo@mac.com .

Partnership in Progress LBCC & SAHS

Beginning in Spring 2006, LONG BEACH CITY COLLEGE will bring classes to SAHS campus for students who are 16 years and older. Currently being considered are courses in French, and Health & Medical Sciences--in conjunction with St. Mary's Medical Center. Also under consideration are Learning Resources classes designed to enhance overall college preparatory skills; such as, study and organizational skills, note and test-taking. A summer program with LBCC is also being planned.

SAHS Implementing Program for Learning Differences

Principal LORI BARR has a number of notable credentials, including a Masters Degree in Special Education, giving her a keen sense of appreciation and understanding for students with learning differences. Lori has been working with LARRY KOMAR, parent advoate and retired member of the Commission on Special Education, California State Board of Education, and LOU CASSANI, Chairman of SAHS Advisory Board. To assist students with learning differences, a three-phased program is being developed:
Phase One: Teacher Training
Phase Two: Series of Parent Workshops
Phase Three: Training students to advocate for themselves
This innovative, effective program will provide yet another way to enhance the educational process for SAHS students, faculty, and families.

Varsity Boys' Basketball - GOTTA LOVE IT!

""Can the Saints march into CIF?", http://www.presstelegram.com/preps/ci_3462245 , Staff Writer, Ben Villa, February 1, 2006 issue.
UPDATE:
- 2/3/06 SAINTS win game vs. St. Paul's; ensured a spot in CIF playoffs! GO SAINTS!
CIF SOUTHERN SECTION PLAYOFFS:

2/15/06 - SAINTS WIN FIRST ROUND! (62 - 34) vs. Apple Valley Christian http://presstelegram.com/preps/stanthony/ci_3513912
YES WE CAN!

2/17/06 - SAINTS WIN SECOND ROUND (51 - 43) vs. Liberty Christian
SAINTS ALIVE!

2/21/06 - SAINTS WIN QUARTER FINAL! (55 - 50) vs. Capistrano Valley
Following a heart-thumpin', foot-stompin' game, SAINTS ADVANCE TO SEMIFINALS!
HOW SWEET IT IS!

2/24/06 - SAINTS eliminated from the playoffs in Division V-AA SEMIFINALS
Ribet Academy (66) vs. SAINTS (49)
DOGGONE IT!

CONGRATULATIONS on GREAT SEASON, COACH GLENN MARX AND SAINTS VARSITY BOYS' BASKETBALL! YOU'RE THE BEST!

SAHS Director of Development

A rousing SAINTS WELCOME and round of applause on recent selection of CHRISTINE TUCKER, sahstucker@yahoo.com , coming on board as SAHS Director of Development and Alumni Affairs, effective February 15, 2006; working part-time three days/week, Mon, Wed, Fri. Previously, as a volunteer, Christine greatly contributed to the success of the Recruiting Task Force, as well as formulating content for new SAHS website, and helping with recent Saturday campus furniture project.

With many years experience in the corporate world, Christine has a strong background in marketing, communications, and public relations. Actively involved in the Long Beach community, she is currently Community Vice President of the Junior League of Long Beach, heading this non-profit's Community Advisory Board. Christine and husband, Chris, are proud parents of a six-year old son and active members of St. Bartholomew Parish. WELCOME ABOARD, CHRISTINE!