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Art teacher Billy Maloney ’01, who just completed a summer art residency at Guttenberg Arts in Guttenberg, New Jersey, will have his work featured in the gallery’s Space in Time exhibition from Sept. 7 until Oct. 6. All are invited to the opening reception on Sept. 7 from 7-9 p.m.

Space in Time Summer 2024 Group Exhibition — Guttenberg Arts Guttenberg Arts programming is made possible by a grant from the New Jersey State Council on the Arts, a division of the Department of State, and administered by the Hudson County Office of Cultural & Heritage Affairs, Craig Guy, Hudson County Executive & the Hudson County Board of County Commission...

Members of the Class of 1966 gathered for lunch at the Jersey Shore this summer. Several of the also joined at the Jersey Shore Reception in Belmar in July.

Photographed are Tony Marinello, George Plichta, John Meditz, Gary Horan, Larry Lauricella, and Jay Maloney.

Fr. Terrence A. Baum, S.J. was called home to the Lord on July 29, 2024, at St. Camillus Jesuit Community in Wauwatosa, Wisconsin. Fr. Baum had recently moved to St. Camillus. He was diagnosed with brain cancer several months earlier.

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On August 5, set off on CFX Maryland, Xavier’s last service trip of the summer.

Students spent four days at First Fruits Farm, a non-profit corporation founded as a ministry to provide fresh produce, honey, eggs, and beef to various shelters, soup kitchens, and food banks.

Yesterday, NET-TV interviewed on their way to CFX Maryland, a four-day service trip to First Fruits Farm.

Students will live together as a community, working on the farm, and learning about the realities of poverty, hunger, and homelessness.

29 Students From Xavier High School Go On Mission Trip to Work On a Maryland Farm More than two dozen teens from Xavier High School are going on a mission trip to strengthen their faith.29 students kicked off their four-day trip to Marylan...

Yesterday, August 1, Higher Achievement Program (HAP) students, faculty, and parents celebrated HAP graduation in the Church of St. Francis Xavier. HAP alumnus Dr. Raja Flores ’84 delivered the keynote address. Since 1966, HAP has provided educational and social enrichment to rising eighth grade boys from across the five boroughs and beyond.

Thank you to all the HAP faculty members who worked tirelessly to share the benefits and joys of a Jesuit education with 185 young men this summer.

View the full photo album here: https://flic.kr/s/aHBqjBCajy

Next week, will embark on another CFX Trip. This time, to First Fruits Farm in Freeland, Maryland.

The trip runs from Monday, August 5, through Thursday, August 8, with two days spent working on the farm harvesting produce that will go to various shelters, soup kitchens, and food banks. While not working, students learn about the realities of poverty, hunger, and homelessness in our world—including the systems and structures that contribute to it.

Read Armando Machado's coverage for The Tablet to learn more about the upcoming trip.

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NYC Catholic HS Students to Make Mission Trip to Maryland Farm Ministry - The Tablet Twenty-nine rising sophomores at Xavier High School in Manhattan will soon embark on an ecumenical mission trip with First Fruits Farm ministry in Freeland, Maryland. As part of the mission, they will help with various tasks to provide fresh produce, honey, eggs, and beef for homeless shelters, soup...

Last week, took part in CFX Tennessee, visiting Robbins, TN for a week of service with Appalachia Habitat for Humanity.

While working with Appalachia HFH, students were given the opportunity to be involved in social justice outreach in an environment of Christian community. Some jobs entailed roofing, plumbing, and framing new houses.

Congratulations to Emir Yuksel ‘24, Alexander Zagoreos ‘24, and Mehdi Merah ’24! The three recently graduated spent their summer playing rugby internationally with the USA Men’s Under 18 team.

The young men played in Uruguay against Chile and Uruguay on July 6. Then, on July 10 and 13, the team played Buenos Aires Academy in Argentina.

Merah and Yuksel shared more about the experience as they have recently returned home.

“It was a great experience to be able to play internationally,” said Merah. “The game was extremely fast and it took a lot out of us physically and mentally.”

“We played in a stadium for Chile and Uruguay and it was split teams, everyone started and got minutes and they were 50 minute games,” said Yuksel. “The two games against Buenos Aires Academy were two separate locations. The first location was a very special place as not many teams get the privilege to play there. I believe it was called the BAC. We then played at another location that had many fans and it was like nationals where there were many fields. The experience was amazing, to see the work we put in and how we played against great countries and the academy teams. Even though we went 0-4, we were in contention to win for all those games, definitely the best game being the third game which was the first against Buenos Aires. Talking to kids and seeing their culture, eating their food after games, and understanding where they come from and why they play rugby was great to learn. Hospitality from the players and coaches was amazing. After every game and sometimes after practices we were invited to a meal.”

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Last week, traveled to the Pine Ridge Reservation for CFX South Dakota. Students and chaperones worked with , an organization located on the reservation, to engage in service projects and learn about the history and culture of the Oglala-Lakota tribe.

On Wednesday, July 17, Sons of Xavier rejoiced at the Belmar Fishing Club as part of the Summer Tour.

The Jersey Shore Reception was graciously hosted by Suzanne and Rich Scheller ’74.



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Mike Tolkin '85 is known as a legend in the world of American rugby. His success ranges from Super League titles to leading the USA National Team to serving as the General Manager of Premier Rugby Sevens—to name a few.

Xavier was blessed to be transformed by Tolkin's skills as well. Xavier rugby won three national high school titles under the leadership of Tolkin. When the former Rugby coach and English teacher was diagnosed with liver cancer, the rugby community rallied around him, searching for a donor.

On July 2, 2024, Tolkin underwent a successful liver transplant. Traci Young, a rugby coach herself, made the selfless decision to donate 60% of her liver to Tolkin. May God bless her generosity.

For more on this incredible story, read Your Scrumhalf Connection - YSC Rugby editor, Wendy Young's article here:

The Power of Rugby: Traci Young’s Incredible Gift to Mike Tolkin % | YSCRugby | Women's Rugby News The Power of Rugby: Traci Young’s Incredible Gift to Mike Tolkin | International YSCRugby | Women's Rugby News

Sons of Xavier are engaging in service this week, working with Esperanza International outside of Tijuana for CFX Mexico, one of the many Christian Service and Immersion trips offered by Campus Xavier Campus Ministry. Students and faculty chaperones are helping in the construction and upkeep of homes, while also taking time to reflect on the realities of social injustice in our world.

The program, The Compañeros de Javier Service Program, focuses on serving others while strengthening one’s understanding of what Jesus asked us when he said, “Love your neighbor.”

On Tuesday, July 9, Xavier held its first summer reception at the home of Joan and George Clark P’16‘24 in Rockaway. Members of the Xavier community came together to celebrate connection and enjoy the company of fellow !

Upcoming events include the Jersey Shore Reception on Wednesday, July 17, and the Quogue Reception on Thursday, August 22.

We hope to see you there!



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Earlier this week, Xavier kicked off its 57th year of the Higher Achievement Program (HAP).

HAP brings rising eighth graders from across the metropolitan area to 16th Street. Through the program, students get the opportunity to learn more about Xavier, to enrich themselves through academics and athletics, to experience the surrounding neighborhood, and to make new friends across the five-week period.

We’re excited to have so many new faces and future on 16th Street!

It takes all of us! Join us in making a gift to the Annual Fund before Sunday, June 30.

Your participation matters to us and every gift makes a statement about the strength of our community. Thank you to all who have donated and go Knights!

To give a gift, visit xavierhs.org/give or venmo.com/xavierhs.

This week is Xavier Dramatics Society's annual Summer Acting Intensive. During this comprehensive workshop, students take part in scene work, choreography, and vocal exercises aimed at honing their craft as young actors.

This year, we are also thrilled to welcome back two XDS alumni - Harrison O'Callaghan '17 and Julian Mondjii Adlerberg '23 - both of whom went on to pursue acting professionally, as guest teachers.

After a month of celebrating the student body’s accomplishments, including a beautiful Baccalaureate Mass for the Class of 2024, summer has officially arrived on 16th Street! Even though the school year has drawn to a close, be sure to catch us on the following dates during our upcoming summer tour:

Rockaways Reception - July 9th
Jersey Shore Reception - July 17th
Quogue Reception - August 22nd

Register for an event near you at xavierhs.org/alumni/events.

Help us elevate Xavier's mission.

Your support has been crucial to our students' success this year—and you continue to light their way forward. Please support our youngest by making a gift of any size to the Xavier Annual Fund by June 30 using the links below.

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venmo.com/xavierhs

Thank you for your loyalty to Xavier, and your commitment to our mission!

Congratulations, Class of 2024!

On Thursday, June 13, were sent off to transform the world for God’s greater glory. View more photos from Xavier’s 182nd Commencement here: https://flic.kr/s/aHBqjBvNXR

Tonight, 232 Sons of Xavier will be sent forth to transform the world for God's greater glory. To watch Xavier's 182nd Commencement, tune into https://saintpatrickscathedral.org/live at 7 p.m.

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Congratulations to the Xavier varsity rugby team for defending their place in the New York State Championships. Xavier defeated Pelham High School this Sunday, June 9, officially winning them the state title.

Go Knights!

The Classes of 1994, 1989, 1984, 1979, 1969, and 1964 reunited on 16th Street on Saturday, June 1. Sons of Xavier were invited to participate in a school tour, followed by Mass in the Church of St. Francis Xavier, followed by a reception.

Congratulations to Brendan G. Coffey, S.J., Thomas Elitz, S.J., Brendan Gottschall, S.J., and Chia-Yang “C-Y” Kao, S.J., who will all be ordained tomorrow, June 8. The ordination will take place at 10:30 a.m. in the Fordham University Church on the Rose Hill campus of Fordham University with a luncheon reception to follow.

Cardinal Stephen Chow, S.J., Bishop of Hong Kong, is the ordaining prelate.

Kao will be part of the Xavier Jesuit community next year, assisting at the parish while pursuing doctoral studies at Columbia. For more information about the four men being ordained, click here: https://www.jesuitseast.org/press-release/meet-our-jesuits-getting-ordained-in-june/ #:~:text=On%20June%208%2C%202024%2C%20the,call%20of%20the%20Holy%20Spirit.

And to watch the ordinations, please visit the Fordham University Church livestream: https://www.fordham.edu/about/living-the-mission/campus-ministry/university-church-live-stream/

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On this 80th anniversary of D-Day, we remember those brave young men who saved the world and the dozens of who gave their lives to their nation during World War II.

Pictured are student publications from April 21, 1943, and March 9, 1945.

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