CM in the News
[June 19, 2010] Spence seals it for South
“Playing for this cause, this is wonderful,’’ said Keshaudas Spence of Catholic Memorial, who was the South’s offensive MVP. “This really is great.’’ (Boston Globe)
[June 12, 2010] Hawks stun CM in 12
"It only took 12 innings, five-plus hours (with a 67-minute rain delay thrown in) and a combined 311 scoreless pitches, but Xaverian can finally say it is the Division 1 South sectional champion..." [Boston Herald]
[June 3, 2010] CM Lacrosse wins in overtime, faces #1 next
"With Wednesday’s Division 2 East preliminary round contest against Norwood entering overtime and the score tied 9-9, there was never any doubt who the Catholic Memorial boys lacrosse team would turn to with its season on the line." [West Roxbury Transcript]
[May 29, 2010] Knights shut out Boxers
Using his speed to his advantage, Catholic Memorial catcher Nick Barker drove in the lone run for the host Knights by beating out an infield single to cap a 1-0 victory against Brockton in a nonleague matchup." [Boston Globe]
[May 28, 2010] Catholic Memorial's 50th graduating class looks forward--and back
"With all of their support systems lifting them up one more time, the graduates of CM’s 50th graduating class entered the church and listened closely for their names and diplomas to be granted. This fall, they’ll be off to places like Harvard, BC, BU, Holy Cross, USC, Wake Forest, Duke and Carnegie Mellon, with a cumulative total of $7 million in scholarships." [West Roxbury Transcript]
[May 27, 2010] CM studens bring plants, joy to Irish Pastoral Center
"Catholic Memorial students showed their generosity, and green thumbs, to 40 senior citizen Irish Immigrants Wednesday morning at the Irish Pastoral Center..." [Patriot Ledger]
[May 18, 2010] Student from Milton premiers a feature film
"Called "Legacy: The Faces of Edmund Rice," it is the second feature film produced by students at the school in recent years. Lynch was the director, with classmates Billy Ferrara and Mike Carroll sharing production credits." [Avon Messenger]
[April 27, 2010] CM steals one from Xaverian
"With runners at the corners and two outs in the top of the eighth, Knights coach Hal Carey called for a delayed double steal. The gamble paid off as John Mildner beat the throw home for the game-winning run as Catholic Memorial defeated Xaverian, 5-4..." [Boston Herald]
[April 21, 2010] Catholic Memorial actors delight with Les Miserables
“It’s a night that I’ll never forget, for the rest of my life,” said musical director and Craig Spaner. “This was a special cast, who performed as professionals, and who brought the heart and soul of this show to life for two and a half hours.” (West Roxbury Transcript)
[April 18, 2010] On the Run with Mr. Meagher
"...What sticks in my mind are the average people who come across that line having run three, four, or even five hours. There are so many faces coming at you. I see a lot of emotion."
(Boston Globe)
[March 27, 2010] MGH's "The One Hundred" Award to Honor CM
"Mass General Hospital will honor the students and administration of Catholic Memorial School on June 2 as one of this year’s 'The 100.'" (West Roxbury Transcript)
[March 20, 2010] CM Students help Cardinal celebrate St. Patrick's Day
Brother Anthony Cavet, a teacher at Catholic Memorial High School in West Roxbury, proclaimed the second reading in English. The Gospel was proclaimed in English and Gaelic. Catholic Memorial students John Houlihan, Bernard O’Donnell, and Conor Tynan read the Prayers of the Faithful in both languages... (Boston Pilot)
[March 1, 2010] CM Students visit hallowed ground in Europe
“It was depressing, but I was able to see what went wrong, and that history can’t repeat itself. My great grandparents were in World War II, and it brought me pleasure to see that they saw what was going wrong, and wanted to do something about it.” (West Roxbury Transcript)
[February 22, 2010] Catholic Memorial wins award from American Cancer Society
"Peg Camp, head of the American Cancer Society’s New England Division, visited Catholic Memorial on Feb. 9 to award the school first place in the first Making Strides Walk Against Breast Cancer High School Challenge."
(West Roxbury Transcript)
[February 20, 2010] CM Ready, set to defend its title
"Catholic Memorial is the top seed for the 15th time in 20 tournaments after another impressive season...Coach Bill Hanson is also the dean of this tournament, having won it 13 times." (Boston Globe)
[February 19, 2010] Catholic Memorial's speech team earns trip to Nationals
"Sixteen members of the Catholic Memorial Speech Team won a trip to Omaha, Nebraska for the opportunity to compete in the National Catholic Forensic League Grand Tournament." (Patriot Ledger)
[February 3, 2010] Brooks, CM Stun St. John's Prep
“I told my team that we would have to play our best game in order to beat them,’’ Knights coach Denis Tobin said. “With the way we shot the ball, we finally clicked on all cylinders. That’s the only way you can beat a team like that.’’ (Boston Globe)
[January 28, 2010] Catholic Memorial does well to listen to Hanson
"Heeding Hanson’s inspirational words, the Knights emerged from the visitors dressing room at Ristuccia Arena with a bang, scoring six unanswered goals in what ended as a 9-3 rout of St. John’s Prep that left CM alone atop the Catholic Conference standings." (Boston Herald)
[January 28, 2010] Donovan an All-American
"Catholic Memorial senior Will Donovan was content to close the book on the 2009 soccer season having taken part in the first state championship win in his school’s history..." (West Roxbury Bulletin)
[December 16, 2009] Catholic Memorial looks to repeat as Hockey State Champions
"This year, the Knights return almost everybody from that squad, and are heavy favorites to repeat. Led by a prolific front line of captain Derek Colucci, captain T.J. O’Brien and assistant captain Troy Starrett, and the brilliance of goalie Tommy Knox, CM got its season under way in dominating fashion, beating Weymouth, 4-0..." (West Roxbury Transcript)
[December 1, 2009] Empowering Students and Staff to take control of their environment(*pdf)
"Catholic Memorial has built a rigorous academic program on top of a commitment to creating a learning environment where students feel respected, engaged, and where they can take control of their education. The attention to school climate allows students to tap into their own curiosity and explore things that they might not otherwise risk trying..." (School Climate Matters)
[November 13, 2009] Success Stories: CM and Servant Leadership
Catholic Memorial School’s Director of Campus Ministry Brian Scott teaches students in his upper-level leadership class each year the concept of “servant leadership.” “By being attentive to the needs of those who we serve,” he tells students, “we will help them benefit their community.” (Archdiocese of Boston)
[November 9, 2009] Catholic Memorial Drops Wildcats: Knights Revenge
"Oddly, by becoming defensive, Catholic Memorial coach John Finn had his squad on the offensive." (Boston Herald)
[October 28, 2009] Concannon Flies Irish Language Flag in Hub
"...In her role as a teacher at Catholic Memorial School in West Roxbury, Concannon has helped introduce Irish studies, which includes a language component, into the curriculum. School officials believe the course, which requires students to pass exams to go to the next level, is the first of its type in the country." (Irish Echo)
[October 17, 2009] 50 Years and Counting
"The appreciation that Jim Barry and CM deserve for uniting runners from across the state is immeasurable..." (Boston Globe)
[October 15, 2009] O'Mara backs CM's defense
"O’Mara is an outstanding player and an important leader, picking up where the captains leave off. Outspoken on the field, and constantly working, he is a physical presence, as he is also crafty and fast." (West Roxbury Transcript)
[October 14, 2009] Dan Shulman '13 and Marcus Jackson '12 on the Mic
"After spending 20 hours of intense training on the air, both Stoughton’s Dan Shulman and Randolph’s Marcus Jackson have developed into promising sports broadcasters in the electronic media industry." (Patriot Ledger)
[October 4, 2009] Knights Battle-Tested
"...with a senior-laden team intent on acting out a different ending to this season, CM coach John Finn thinks his Knights are ready to break through their recent bracket blues." (Boston Herald)
[September 30, 2009] CM Leads Schools in Breast Cancer Fight
"Although the 300 or more boys from Catholic Memorial School may never be personally afflicted with breast cancer, they are all of those things and more to those afflicted by the disease. And so this Sunday, for the fifth consecutive year, they will walk as a school community in support of all those they know or love." (West Roxbury Transcript)
[September 18, 2009] Menino Speaks at Catholic Memorial
“You’re lucky to come to a school like CM, where you will grow in character and become a leader,” Menino told the students. “Your coaches and teachers who brought you here tonight saw some ability in you to make good decisions ... The world is full of people who fault others for our problems, and we need more responsible and compassionate people in leadership roles.” (West Roxbury Transcript)
[August 8, 2009] Lessons from Lima
"Though Liam Gillis just turned 15, his eyes have been opened to a world that people several times his age will never know, or appreciate the way that he can." (Manchester Cabinet)
[July 22, 2009] Seoul Journeys for CM Students
“This was the most ambitious trip we’ve ever done. It was historic, taking our students to Asia. Our purpose was not to just expose them to new cultures, but to open them up to other peoples and backgrounds,”
[June 5, 2009] Matt Goreham Lifts CM
"Matt Goreham hadn’t pitched in relief this season, but the sophomore passed the test with flying colors."
[June 2, 2009] Gorman Rolls Again
"For Gorman, that was his fourth win of the season over a BSC team, including a no-hitter against Brookline and a 1-hitter against Newton North as well as a 3-2 win over Framingham."
[May 25, 2009] CM's Class of 2009 Heads Out into the World
"During your time at Catholic Memorial, you get to figure out what it means to be a man among men,” he said. “How to be a good friend, how to be responsible for yourselves and others. This is the best kind of brotherhood and it never goes away."
[May 5, 2009] Led by Jones, Knights Get Back on Track
"Catholic Memorial second baseman Devan Jones is diminutive like Pedroia, but is strong enough to hit the ball out of the ballpark and flashes the leather, too." (West Roxbury Transcript)
[April 29, 2009] CM Students Learn How to Succeed in Drama--Really Try
"Simas and a full cast of over 20 of his peers impressed the sold-out crowd in the Ronald Perry Gymnasium with music, sound and lighting effects and comedic force."
(West Roxbury Transcript)
[April 7, 2009] CM Forensics is Talk of the Town
"More than 300 people gathered in the Ronald Perry Gymnasium at Catholic Memorial School on Sunday afternoon to celebrate the accomplishments of the school’s forensics speech and debate team." (West Roxbury Transcript)
[March 17, 2009] No Luck Needed
"There was no more public school magic at the TD Banknorth Garden last night. Catholic Memorial saw to that with a 5-1 win over Burlington to capture its 13th Super 8 title." (Boston Globe)
[March 10, 2009] Knights have final say vs. MC
"At Catholic Memorial, there's a bottom line and you either meet it or miss it: the Super 8 championship..." (Boston Globe)
[March 3, 2009] Good Knight
"...Rebel coach Dave St. Martin knew the bulk of the players that lined up against his squad and certainly knew the Knights coaching staff." (Daily News Transcript)
[March 3, 2009] Jeff Tagger Plays a Lead Role at Catholic Memorial
"As his high school playing days come to an end, Tagger has very high hopes for the future. He has been in touch with several college coaches and is working tirelessly on narrowing his choices, which include Brandeis, Assumption, Clarke, Iona and Catholic University." (Brockton Enterprise)
[February 24, 2009] Students immerse themselves in El Salvador
"Any student who travels 5,000 miles over his winter vacation will likely come back with a new view of the world..." (West Roxbury Transcript"
[February 19, 2009] For some students, CM means Course in Mandarin
"School officials have also made four recruitment trips to Asia in recent years, with 22 international students currently enrolled in the school. While most of Catholic Memorial’s international students come from China and Korea, the school plans to reach out to more students in the Emirate states, Latin America and Europe." (West Roxbury Transcript)
[February 17, 2009] Harris has been guided by coaches and tradition
"As he takes the court in his final postseason games as a Knight this March, Harris hopes to find a way to keep that tradition alive, whether it is in playing basketball, in pursuing a college career, or in helping others." (West Roxbury Transcript)
[February 4, 2009] Catholic Memorial Stars Commit
"Flanked by parents and teammates, Catholic Memorial football standouts Brennan Williams and Josh Boyd made their college choices official yesterday and are now set to begin the next phase of their football and academic lives." (Boston Globe)
[January 23, 2009] Catholic Memorial Students up to Creative Challenge
“'This was a wonderful creative challenge,' Martin said of the contest, which asked students to write about two art prints furnished by a National Endowment for the Humanities grant." (West Roxbury Transcript)
[January 22, 2009] Frank Sullivan's Random Act of Kindness
Former communications director and teacher Frank Sullivan had a unique T ride the other day. "He could not sit there, reading a paperback copy of Rabbi Harold Kushner’s 'Practice Random Acts of Kindness,' and not act." (Boston Herald)
(also featured in The Boston Globe)
[January 14, 2009] CM's Shane Walsh
"The junior forward got his start playing for Parkway in Westie, and now is on the front line for the Knights. He was named an assistant captain after a very good sophomore year when he scored eight goals and had 12 assists..." (West Roxbury Transcript)
[December 11, 2008] CM Robotics Club Update
"West Roxbury residents and Catholic Memorial students, Brendan Shea, 16 and Nicholas Sitar, 15, helped design and build [robots named] Smashing Grapes and El Salvador in order to learn how robots are built and to compete in Savage Soccer tournaments throughout the state..." (West Roxbury Bulletin)
[December 2, 2008] The CM Hall of Fame Ceremony
"Last Friday night, some of Catholic Memorial School’s finest athletes gathered for the fifth Hall of Fame ceremony, held at Moseley’s on the Charles..." (West Roxbury Transcript)
[December 1, 2008] A Play for All Seasons
“As difficult a play as it is, they all get it. The conflict is simple: ‘you’re my friend, and I disagree with you’,” said director and CM English teacher Nicholas Colarossi...(West Roxbury Transcript)
[November 30, 2008] Standout Boyd Puts CM on Positive Role
"Boyd, who lives in Hyde Park, is the valedictorian of his class, the captain of the football and wrestling teams, and finds himself in the enviable position of having his pick of Ivy League schools to attend next fall. The list of possible destinations? Harvard, Brown, Columbia and Dartmouth." (Boston Herald)
[November 6, 2008] Dot Student Leads Undefeated CM
"He couldn’t make a good running back, so he practiced twice as hard as anyone else and learned to get off his flat feet. Without a father at home growing up, he strived to be a role model to younger students at his high school, Catholic Memorial." (Dorchester Reporter)
[October 8, 2008] Small Steps for Big Strides
More than 300 students and faculty who took part in the annual Making Strides Against Breast Cancer walk on the Charles River Esplanade on Sunday morning kept the spirit of generosity going even after the event. (West Roxbury Transcript)
[August 27, 2008] Name Game: For CM's Williams, Football's In the Family
"His incredible quickness and razor-sharp technique complement his impressive size in making him one of the most sought after high school players in Massachusetts." (Boston Globe)
[March 28, 2008] Hail to the Sheff: Alumnus is now CM's New President
"For the father of three who has spent his entire career in education, the circumstances surrounding the return to his high school are somewhat enshrouded in fate. The journey back to CM began in 2007 as the school celebrated the 50th anniversary of its founding last fall." (West Roxbury Transcript)