Bronco Football Reaches the Playoffs for the 18th Year in a Row
Come cheer on the Broncos in their first game of the 18th consecutive season that the team has made it to the playoffs! The Broncos will take on the Spartans of St. Francis this Saturday, October 31st, at 2 PM at West Chicago High School. Click here for directions.

Join Us for a Glass of Gratitude
Montini Catholic will host its 3rd Annual “Gratitude In A Glass” Wine Gala on November 13th, 2009 at Pazzo’s 311 in Chicago, beginning at 7:00 pm. The event’s proceeds go toward the Endowment Fund, which enhances faculty benefits/compensation and financial aid offerings for student families who apply for consideration. You will enjoy a night full of several wine tasting stations that compliment adjacent food stations, a silent auction with a wine theme, and musical entertainment. We will be honoring faculty members Nancy Mack, who is celebrating her 40th Anniversary at Montini, as well as Kathy Filipiak and Jim Izzo, who are celebrating their 35th Anniversary at Montini Catholic. All reservations should be in by Friday, November 6th. If you would like to purchase a ticket, donate a sponsorship, or have any questions in regard to this event, please contact Michelle O'Connor at moconnor@montini.org or click here.

National Merit Scholars Named
Montini Catholic High School is proud to announce that seniors David Pankiewicz (Lombard) and Kaitlin Maggiore (Lombard) have been named Commended Students in the 2010 National Merit Scholarship Program. These scholastically talented seniors have earned a Letter of Commendation from Montini Catholic and the National Merit Scholarship Corporation (NMSC). National Merit Commended Students are named based on a nationally applied index score. About 34,000 Commended Students throughout the nation are being recognized for their exceptional academic promise. We are also proud to announce that senior Samson Berhane (Lombard) has been named a 2010 National Achievement Program Outstanding Participant. Samson is among some 3,100 students in the National Achievement Scholarship Program being referred to U.S. colleges and universities. David Pankiewicz is a high honor senior from Lombard. He is one of the top two ranked students in the senior class. David is a member of the 5th-in-State Math Team, the President of Drama Club, and the Vice President of Mu Alpha Theta (Math Honor Society). David is a member of the National Honor Society, Spanish National Honor Society, Campus Ministry, Thespian Society, and a Lasallian Youth Group member. He is on the Executive Board of Student Government, an editor for the Bronco Rambler Newspaper, and is a Eucharistic Minister for the school. Kaitlin Maggiore is a high honor senior from Lombard. She is a member of the National Honor Society, Spanish National Honor Society, and Mu Alpha Theta (Math Honor Society). Kaitlin is a Chamber Singer and is involved in the Girls’ Softball Team, Drama Club, Spanish Club, Math Club, Thespian Society, as well as the 5th-in-State Math Team. Samson Berhane, the Sargent-at-Arms, is from Lombard. Samson is a member of the Boys Football Team, Track Team, and Intramural Basketball. Samson is a member of the Computer Club, Drama Club, French Club, Math Team, Set Crew, Yearbook, and is on the Executive Board of Student Government. He is a member of the French National Honor Society and Mu Alpha Theta (Math Honor Society).

Alumni Children Choose Montini
Over 65 students in attendance at Montini Catholic this year are children of one or more alumni! To see the list of those students and their parents, please click here.

Montini Musicians Shine in Performances
On Sunday, October 18th, 2009, the Montini Catholic Music Department presented their Fall Concert, Directed by Music Teacher, Stacy Sager. The event began with the Freshmen Women’s Chorale then followed by Accafellas, Jazz Band, Sophomore Women’s Chorale, and Varsity Choir. The show continued with another performance by the Jazz Band, then Chamber Choir and Combined Choirs performance. It was a wonderful day with a packed audience!

Our Doors are Open...
Thank you to all those that attended our first open house! Did you miss it? We are holding a second Open house on Wednesday, November 18, 2009 at 7 PM. All interested 7th and 8th grade estudents and their families are invited to tour around campus, hear about our classes and see what clubs and sports we have available. If you have any questions, please contact Mike Bukovsky '83 at mbukovsky@montini.org.

Do You Know a Great Alum?
Nominations are now open for our Alumni Hall of Fame.Please click here to see more information on nomination guidelines and to submit a nomination!

Can You Help Us?
We are unable to locate many alums - maybe some from your class! Please click here to see our "missing list" and let us know if you can find any alums for us.

October 28, 2009 Email doesn't look right? Click here to view Bronco Bytes on our website!
Come Cheer on the Broncos in the Playoffs! First Round of IHSA Football Playoffs Saturday, October 31 2PM Broncos v St. Francis @ West Chicago High School SAVE THE DATE!! MCHS Fall Play November 6-8 Call the school for more information or tickets Gratitude in a Glass Gala Friday, November 13, 2009 Pazzo's 311 in Chicago Open House for 7th and 8th Graders Wednesday, November 18, 2009 7 PM Annual Benefit Auction Saturday, April 17, 2010 Abbington Banquets in Glen Ellyn Want to check out all of the Broncos' athletic events? Click here to see the calendar Tours Available Haven't been back to campus in years? Come see what's new, and the future plans for Montini Catholic. Contact Megan Crotty to schedule a tour of the MCHS Campus. Problems? News? Contact Megan Crotty '00 Director of Alumni Relations mcrotty@montini.org 630.627.6930 x178 Do you know a student in grades 5-8 that should be receiving our iBronco Newsletter? Email Kim Richmond '81 at krichmond@montini.org with the student's info! Become Our Friend on Facebook! Montini Catholic High School Official Alumni Association Join Our LinkedIn Network	Bronco Football Reaches the Playoffs for the 18th Year in a Row Come cheer on the Broncos in their first game of the 18th consecutive season that the team has made it to the playoffs! The Broncos will take on the Spartans of St. Francis this Saturday, October 31st, at 2 PM at West Chicago High School. Click here for directions. Join Us for a Glass of Gratitude Montini Catholic will host its 3rd Annual “Gratitude In A Glass” Wine Gala on November 13th, 2009 at Pazzo’s 311 in Chicago, beginning at 7:00 pm. The event’s proceeds go toward the Endowment Fund, which enhances faculty benefits/compensation and financial aid offerings for student families who apply for consideration. You will enjoy a night full of several wine tasting stations that compliment adjacent food stations, a silent auction with a wine theme, and musical entertainment. We will be honoring faculty members Nancy Mack, who is celebrating her 40th Anniversary at Montini, as well as Kathy Filipiak and Jim Izzo, who are celebrating their 35th Anniversary at Montini Catholic. All reservations should be in by Friday, November 6th. If you would like to purchase a ticket, donate a sponsorship, or have any questions in regard to this event, please contact Michelle O'Connor at moconnor@montini.org or click here. National Merit Scholars Named Montini Catholic High School is proud to announce that seniors David Pankiewicz (Lombard) and Kaitlin Maggiore (Lombard) have been named Commended Students in the 2010 National Merit Scholarship Program. These scholastically talented seniors have earned a Letter of Commendation from Montini Catholic and the National Merit Scholarship Corporation (NMSC). National Merit Commended Students are named based on a nationally applied index score. About 34,000 Commended Students throughout the nation are being recognized for their exceptional academic promise. We are also proud to announce that senior Samson Berhane (Lombard) has been named a 2010 National Achievement Program Outstanding Participant. Samson is among some 3,100 students in the National Achievement Scholarship Program being referred to U.S. colleges and universities. David Pankiewicz is a high honor senior from Lombard. He is one of the top two ranked students in the senior class. David is a member of the 5th-in-State Math Team, the President of Drama Club, and the Vice President of Mu Alpha Theta (Math Honor Society). David is a member of the National Honor Society, Spanish National Honor Society, Campus Ministry, Thespian Society, and a Lasallian Youth Group member. He is on the Executive Board of Student Government, an editor for the Bronco Rambler Newspaper, and is a Eucharistic Minister for the school. Kaitlin Maggiore is a high honor senior from Lombard. She is a member of the National Honor Society, Spanish National Honor Society, and Mu Alpha Theta (Math Honor Society). Kaitlin is a Chamber Singer and is involved in the Girls’ Softball Team, Drama Club, Spanish Club, Math Club, Thespian Society, as well as the 5th-in-State Math Team. Samson Berhane, the Sargent-at-Arms, is from Lombard. Samson is a member of the Boys Football Team, Track Team, and Intramural Basketball. Samson is a member of the Computer Club, Drama Club, French Club, Math Team, Set Crew, Yearbook, and is on the Executive Board of Student Government. He is a member of the French National Honor Society and Mu Alpha Theta (Math Honor Society). Alumni Children Choose Montini Over 65 students in attendance at Montini Catholic this year are children of one or more alumni! To see the list of those students and their parents, please click here. Montini Musicians Shine in Performances On Sunday, October 18th, 2009, the Montini Catholic Music Department presented their Fall Concert, Directed by Music Teacher, Stacy Sager. The event began with the Freshmen Women’s Chorale then followed by Accafellas, Jazz Band, Sophomore Women’s Chorale, and Varsity Choir. The show continued with another performance by the Jazz Band, then Chamber Choir and Combined Choirs performance. It was a wonderful day with a packed audience! Our Doors are Open... Thank you to all those that attended our first open house! Did you miss it? We are holding a second Open house on Wednesday, November 18, 2009 at 7 PM. All interested 7th and 8th grade estudents and their families are invited to tour around campus, hear about our classes and see what clubs and sports we have available. If you have any questions, please contact Mike Bukovsky '83 at mbukovsky@montini.org. Do You Know a Great Alum? Nominations are now open for our Alumni Hall of Fame.Please click here to see more information on nomination guidelines and to submit a nomination! Can You Help Us? We are unable to locate many alums - maybe some from your class! Please click here to see our "missing list" and let us know if you can find any alums for us.
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