Congratulations to our SPC Alumni Class of 2016! It’s hard to believe that four years have gone by since they left the doors of St. Paul of the Cross School.
Traditionally, we invite our graduating seniors to come back to SPC for a little reunion during the first week of June. Since that was not possible this year, we asked them to share a photo with us, and many of them did!
This alumni class is a remarkable group of scholars, athletes, artists, performers, volunteers, leaders, supporters, and the list goes on!
We are so proud of each of them, and wish them much success as they head into their next big chapter!
Congratulations, SPC Class of 2020! On May 28, 2024, we were honored to welcome “home” our Class of 2020 (#spcstrong!) alums. They’ve graduated high school and are headed off to college this fall. Off they go to study Anthropology, Forensic Science, Vocal Performance, Film Production, Business, Finance, Economics, Biomedical Engineering, Petroleum Engineering, Civil Engineering, Neuroscience, Nursing, Environmental Science, Finance, Graphic Design, Biology, Aviation Technology, Criminology, Physical Therapy, Communications, to name a few! They’ve been working these past four years, preparing for their next chapter in their coursework and through service and involvement in their high schools and communities. We’re so proud of each of them and wish them all the best! God bless the SPC Class of 2020!
Congratulations and Good Luck to our alumni at the following colleges and universities:
Bradley University
Depaul University
Elon University
Fordham University
Georgetown University
Indiana University
John Carroll University
Lewis Unviversity
Loyola Marymount University
Loyola University Chicago (3)
Marquette University (3)
Miami University
Northeastern University
Northwestern University
Purdue University (3)
Texas Christian University
Texas Tech University
University Dayton (4)
University of Illinois- Urbana-Champaign (4)
University of Iowa
University of Miami
University of Missouri
University of Notre Dame
University of South Carolina
University of Wisconsin- Madison
University of Wisconsin- Stevens Point
Villanova University (2)
Yale University
8th Grade Graduation 2020
Congratulations St. Paul of the Cross School Class of 2020!
Although our traditions looked a little different this year, we still celebrated the SPC Class of 2020 with plenty of pomp and circumstance! Throughout their years at SPC, this class has grown into a remarkable group of young scholars, artists, performers, athletes, volunteers, leaders, and supporters! We thank our Class of 2020 families for making SPC a better place!
On Tuesday, May 26th, Father Britto held a special Mass for our Class of 2020 (they participated virtually), and he blessed the ribbons of the graduates. Later that day, the graduates arrived at school in their caps and gowns, and the teachers presented them with their ribbons. Students went to their spots (socially distanced!) along Ridge Terrace and Summit Avenue and enjoyed a wonderful car parade in their honor! SPC families from all grades, along with the friends and families of the graduates, honored the Class of 2020 driving by them in their decorated cars. Immediately following the parade, the students went back to the parking lot for a class photo taken by a drone camera!
The following evening, SPC held the first-ever Drive-In Graduation that honored our graduates all while keeping to the social distancing guidelines.
To start off the graduation, St. Paul of the Cross Men’s Club President, Randy Bull, presented the Tenth Annual Rising Star Scholarship. He began by sharing the news that they renamed this special special scholarship, dedicating it to the late Joe Capitani, whose unwavering dedication to the Men’s Club and the whole St. Paul of the Cross community will continue to inspire us. Congratulations to Cian Haugh, the 2020 Joe Capitani Rising Star Memorial Scholarship recipient! Cian will attend Notre Dame College Prep in the fall.
Father Britto blessed the graduates, and one by one, our 46 graduates came up to receive their diplomas. The giant screen showed each graduate’s photo as they were called up. The applause was loud and clear in the form of the honking horns!
After the graduation ceremony, the faculty and administration delivered popcorn and candy to each car, and they enjoyed the incredible Memory Day video on the giant Drive-In movie screen.
Congratulations St. Paul of the Cross School 2020 Graduates!
On Monday, June 4th, 2018, we had the honor of welcoming back our alumni from the SPC Class of 2014. The reunion began with the school’s traditional class photo on the church steps. After the photo, they gathered for lunch and an afternoon of visiting old friends and teachers. It was a special day for both the alumni and the faculty. Congratulations to all of the graduates! We are proud of all of them and will keep them in our prayers as they move on to their next chapter.
There are so many outstanding scholarships and recognitions for these college bound students! Congratulations to National Merit Finalists Jack Kulevich, Steve Manos, and Michael Marino. Congratulations to National Merit Commended Students Zach Cmiel, Jack Fyda, and Brian Gannon. The Class of 2014 plans include studying Aerospace Engineering, Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Business, Creative Writing, Pre-Med, Nursing, Neuroscience, Flight Science, Political Science, Physical Therapy, Biology, and the list goes on!
We wish the SPC Class of 2014 the very best and encourage them to stay connected to each other and to SPC.
Congratulations and Good Luck to our alumni at the following colleges and universities:
SPC Class of 2013 Heads to College! We congratulate our alums from the Class of 2013 as they graduate high school and prepare for their next chapter this fall.
On June 5th, 2017, members from the SPC Class of 2013 attended our annual College Sweatshirt Day. We always try to schedule this special event after all of the high school graduations. Unfortunately conflicts arise with orientation plans, vacations, and work schedules. We are grateful for those who were able to attend and missed those who couldn’t. Our St. Ignatius students even sent us a photo of them together since they were unable to be at SPC for this event!
Mrs. G. was excited to see all of them as they were her first class at SPC when they were in prekindergarten. Father Britto enjoyed catching up with them. He asked them to always remember that SPC is their home.
So many incredible scholarships for these college bound students! Congratulations to Margaret Cahill for receiving the National Merit Scholarship and Veronica Dohr, a National Merit Commended Student. The Class of 2013 plans include studying Environmental Engineering, Business, Creative Writing, Physical Therapy, Forensic Science, Journalism, Biology, Photography, Illustration, Engineering, Nursing, and the list goes on! Plans also include Division 1 LaCrosse, Track, and Volleyball. We are so proud of all of them and wish them the very best!
On Monday, June 4th, 2018, we had the honor of welcoming back our alumni from the SPC Class of 2014. The reunion began with the school’s traditional class photo on the church steps. After the photo, they gathered for lunch and an afternoon of visiting old friends and teachers. It was a special day for both the alumni and the faculty. Congratulations to all of the graduates! We are proud of all of them and will keep them in our prayers as they move on to their next chapter.
There are so many outstanding scholarships and recognitions for these college bound students! Congratulations to National Merit Finalists Jack Kulevich, Steve Manos, and Michael Marino. Congratulations to National Merit Commended Students Zach Cmiel, Jack Fyda, and Brian Gannon. The Class of 2014 plans include studying Aerospace Engineering, Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Business, Creative Writing, Pre-Med, Nursing, Neuroscience, Flight Science, Political Science, Physical Therapy, Biology, and the list goes on!
Congratulations and Good Luck to our alumni at the following colleges and universities:
Arizona State University
Boston College
Bradley University
Butler University
Case Western Reserve University
Colorado State University
Creighton University
Depauw University
Dominican University
Elon University
Illinois State University
Indiana University
Indiana University – Purdue University Indianapolis
On Thursday, June 4th, 2015, St. Paul of the Cross School’s faculty and administrationwelcomed back 63 alumni from the SPC Class of 2011. The reunion began with the school’s traditional class photo on the church steps, however this time, they were wearing their college t-shirts instead of SPC graduation gowns. After the photo, they gathered for lunch and an afternoon of visiting old friends and teachers. It was a special day for both the alumni and the school’s faculty and administration.
They will be heading off to colleges all over the U.S. in the fall and have plans to study everything from Engineering to Music, Architecture, Physical Therapy, Business, Pre-Med, Nursing, Law Enforcement, Computer Science, Graphic Arts, Advertising, to name a few.
The turnout was tremendous, with 85% of the students returning. Some were unable to attend due to college orientations and work commitments. Principal Mrs. Lorelei Bobroff said, “We thank the parents of the SPC Class of 2011 for encouraging their sons and daughters to remain close to each other and to SPC. We wish them all the best in their next big chapter. God bless the SPC Class of 2011.”
Congratulations and Good Luck to our alumni at the following colleges and universities:
On June 5, 2014 we welcomed home 55 of our alumni from the St. Paul of the Cross School Class of 2010. They all met on the church steps wearing their college shirts to take a class photo, before heading in for sandwiches and to visit with each other and their former teachers. What a fine testament to our SPC faculty and administration, and the Class of 2010. These students will be heading off to colleges all over the U.S. in the fall and plan on studying everything from Engineering to Journalism to Business, Hospitality, Pre-Med, Nursing, Computer Science, Physics, and so much more.
We thank the parents of the SPC Class of 2010, for encouraging their sons and daughters to remain close to each other and to SPC. It was a fantastic day! We wish them all the best in their next big chapter. God bless the SPC Class of 2010.
Congratulations and Good Luck to our alumni at the following colleges and universities:
Thank you to all of those from the SPC Class of 2009 who were able to come back for a visit before heading off to college. We enjoyed seeing you and hearing some of your fond SPC memories, as well as hearing about your exciting future plans.
We are so proud of you! God bless you.
Congratulations and Good Luck to our Alumni at the following Colleges and Universities:
On September 13th and 14th, 2013, the Class of 1973 reunited to celebrate 40 years since graduating from SPC. This class has had many reunions through the years and they are still going strong. Many fond stories were shared over the course of the weekend. Some trivia from the Class of 1973 thanks to Luke Atwood and Jim Kelly:
Note: Trivia was updated October 2013.
Grades:
1st Grade
145 students started out in 1st grade in the 1965-1966 school year. There were three classrooms with a Mercy sister in each room.
2 Teachers Still Alive!
2nd Grade
3 classrooms, 2 Sisters
2 teachers still alive!
Many students left after making their Communion this year
3rd Grade
3 classrooms, 2 Sisters
2 teachers still alive!
4th Grade
3 classrooms, all lay teachers
1 teacher still alive!
5th Grade
3 classrooms, 2 Sisters
All are deceased
6th Grade
3 classrooms, 1 Sisters
1 teacher still alive!
Another wave left due to a possible closing due to finances or parents wanted kids to experience a larger class experience to prepare for high school.
7th Grade
3 classrooms, No Sisters
6 teachers still alive!
8th Grade
3 classrooms, No Sisters
6 teachers still alive!
Art and Music teachers are both alive and well and make it to most reunions. All the other living teachers make every effort to attend the reunions. When they haven’t been able to make it, they’ve sent nice notes of encouragement and some pictures.
87 of us graduated on June 3, 1973. Since then 4 classmates have died. We are in contact with all of our classmates except one. No one seems to know where he is these days. We are also in contact with very many of our classmates who left after 2nd, 4th, or 6th grade.
There were 5 Susans and 5 James in the graduating class.
Fr. Pat Brennan was contemplating priesthood during our junior high years.
One married couple within our grade at St. Paul.
Fr. Pat Brennan was contemplating priesthood during our junior high years.
One married couple within our grade at St. Paul.
Since our 40th reunion September 14, there’s been a gathering at a Crystal Lake Summerfest to hear a classmate in his band, a golf outing for St. Paul grads, and Barrington’s Art in the Barn this weekend to see our Art teacher who lives in Ohio.
I try to read obituaries daily and email classmates when a classmate’s parent or sibling dies. This has made for some very meaningful reconnections at the wakes or funerals.
