THE MOUNT TIMESNovember/December 2018 Vol. I Issue 2

FITNESS CENTER/WEIGHT ROOM

Equipment Available

Free Weights TreadmillElliptical

Leg PressSquat Racks

Medicine BallsTRX Bands

+Additional Upper and Lower Body Strengthening

Equipment

Hours of Operation: Academic Year

(September – June)Hours

Mon - Friday2:30 - 4:00PM

*Summer and School Holiday hours to be announced.*

Hours Subject to Change

*Note that hours are subject to change based on

availability needed for student centered activities.

All changes will be posted on our website and on the fitness center door in

advance of the change whenever possible. Every

attempt will be made to keep hours of operation consistent

for our students.

MOUNT SAINT MICHAEL ACADEMY 4300 Murdock Avenue, Bronx NY 10466 www.mtstmichael.org

NOTE: The Fitness Center is for High School students only.

SCHOOL NEWSNovember/December 2018 Vol. I Issue 2

Helping those in need at ThanksgivingBy Luke Anderson

Last month, Mounties collected food items for our annual Thanksgiving Food Drive. It is a time when we as a school help people who are in need and don’t have enough food.

Our goal this year was to try to feed 70 families and each homeroom was assigned to gather at least 35 donated food items, such as beans, corn, and mashed potatoes to achieve this goal.

Under the direction of Ms. Lokar and Mr. Rivera, Campus Ministry packed all the food items into bags, and students delivered everything to St. Nicholas of Tolentine in the South Bronx.

Even though we did not collect enough to get Super Bowl Monday off, this was an amazing opportunity that we do each year to better people’s lives and for them to have a pleasant holiday.

SPECIAL REPORTNovember/December 2018 Vol. I Issue 2

The seventh Legends of The Mount induction ceremony and dinner was held on the Thursday evening, of November 15th at the New York Athletic Club in Pelham, NY.

Even a winter storm couldn't stop alumni, their families and friends from celebrating the newest Legends.

2018 Mount Legends:● Charles J. Casamento '63 ● Brian J. Clark '76 ● Br. John G. Herrmann, FMS● Angelo Mozilo '56 ● Mario Valentini '69 ● Alison Zaino

Congratulations to our own Coach V!

Thanks to everyone who came out in support of the event, despite the unfortunate weather but also to all those who made it possible.

A NEW BATCH OF MOUNT LEGENDS

ABOUT THE LEGENDS OF THE MOUNT

Initiated in 2002, the Legends of The Mount began as a way to recognize alumni and friends who have made significant contributions to the school and to society at large, and whose accomplishments, affiliations, and careers have honored the legacy of excellence at Mount Saint Michael Academy.

The Legends of The Mount status is awarded to alumni and friends as deemed appropriate by the Board of Directors and school leadership. It is conferred upon distinguished alumni and friends who have had remarkable success in their professional lives, contributed to the community while reflecting the values of St. Marcellin Champagnat, and who have demonstrated unparalleled loyalty and service to Mount Saint Michael Academy.

Coach V’s plaque that will go on the Legends Wall gallery.

Alumni, family and friends celebrate with Coach V.

SCHOOL NEWSNovember/December 2018 Vol. I Issue 2

Mounties bring Christmas joy to children at the Mercy CenterBy Ameer Khan ‘20(Written after turning 16 on said date of the party)

We collected toys for about 50 kids in the after school program at the Mercy Center. The party was set up into two groups, first was the older group who were somewhere between 3rd and 6th grade. The second group were the smaller children who were probably in 1st or 2nd grade.

The children who don’t have a lot, were eager to get a present. After they joined the line to meet “Santa” friends showed each other their gifts and were eager to try them out (if they didn’t require batteries).

My job was to set up snacks before each group came and manage the songs with the help of my friend Jailyn. I also took pictures to document the event and have something to include in this article.

I watched as my friends and schoolmates tried to have a conversation with the kids and entertain them a little. One little girl was smart enough to recognize the same “Santa” from last year.

OPINIONNovember/December 2018 Vol. I Issue 2

RETREAT: Should I Go or Nah?By Luke Anderson

When Campus Ministry sponsors retreats for students to go on, many wonder if they should go or not. The retreats that they have are fun, amazing, and interesting. The reasons that the retreats are this way is because you meet new friends, you spend time getting to know one another, do some really fun activities, and learn a couple of life lessons.

How it works: After school, we get on the Mount bus and go to Esopus, New York, spend one night and return to the school around 3pm the following day (A day and a half total). If you think our campus is big, think again, the retreat center sits on 120 acres in the Mid-Hudson Valley.

It has beautiful outdoor spaces including playing fields, a chapel in the woods, being near and on the riverfront, and trails to explore. There are dorms, a dining hall, a rec room, a gym and even a swimming pool!

It doesn’t matter whether you are religious or not, everyone is welcome to participate. The next time you see an announcement about a Retreat, grab your sleeping bag and go, you won’t regret it.

Got questions, see Ms. Lokar or Mr. Rivera.

SPORTSNovember/December 2018 Vol. I Issue 2

Indoor Track Team Collect MedalsBy Omar Stout

At the CHSAA Relay Carnival held at the Armory New Balance Center on Saturday, December 8th. The team competed well at their first indoor track meet. Our outstanding relay medalist were as follows:

The Varsity Sprint Medley Relay team of Ason Rutledge, Ancil Clayton, Dayln Kinard and Justin Dutzer placed 4th overall.

*On the second track meet of the season held at Fordham University Saturday, December 15th. Our team competed well and the following athletes were rewarded with medals.

● Freshman David Hernandez —-8th in 600 Meter Run ● Junior Chavin Ramharak ——-2nd in the High Jump ● Senior Ancil Clayton and Justin Dutzer -3rd & 4th in the 600 dash ● Our double winners were as follows: ● Junior Anthony Wakefield- 3rd in Shot Put and 8th in the 600 Dash ● Junior Bernard Attah-Gyamfi- 3rd in the 600 & 5th in the 300 Meter

Dashes ● Senior Ason Rutledge- 1st in the 600 & 2nd in the 300 Meter Dashes

Sophomore Dayln Kinard- won both the 55 meter and 300 meter dashes overall.

CONGRATS TO ALL OUR MEDALISTS!

SPORTSNovember/December 2018 Vol. I Issue 2

Mount Soccer Wins CHSAA “B” City Championship for the 2nd Year in a Row

By Omar Stout

CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR SOCCER TEAM ACHIEVEMENT. “TRAIN LIKE A ATHLETE, EAT LIKE A NUTRITIONIST, SLEEP LIKE A BABY AND WIN LIKE A CHAMPION!!” CONGRATS TO ANOTHER GREAT SEASON!

Mount St. Michael BasketballVARSITY SCHEDULE 2018-2019

DATE OPPONENT LOCATION TIMEDec. 4 Kipp Academy Home 5:00 pm7 Monroe Home 4:30 pm11 Cardinal Hayes * Home 4:00 pm13 Truman Home 5:00 pm18 St. Raymond’s* Away 5:30 pm21 Monsignor Scanlan* Home 4:00 pm28 Elmira Tournament Away TBA29 Elmira Tournament Away TBA30 Elmira Tournament Away TBAJan. 2 St. Peter’s* Home 3:15 pm4 Xaverian* Away 4:30 pm8 Bishop Loughlin* Away 4:30 pm12 Holy Cross* Home 2:15 pm13 Eagle Academy Home 7:00 pm15 Cardinal Hayes* Away 4:00 pm17 Stepinac* Home 4:00 pm18 Iona Prep* Away 4:00 pm22 Molloy* Home 4:00 pm25 St. Francis* Away 7:30 pm29 Monsignor Scanlan* Away 5:30 pmFeb. 1 St. Raymond’s* Home 4:00 pm5 Christ the King* Away 4:00 pm8 Stepinac* Away 7:30 pm12 Iona Prep* Home 4:00 pm Head Coach: Tom Fraher Assistant Coach: Tom McKenna *Denotes CHSAA League Game

COMIC/ARTNovember/December 2018 Vol. I Issue 2By Kobe Jones

Did You Know?November/December 2018 Vol. I Issue 2

Construction on the new field and stadium has finally started. Stay tuned...

NEW WATER FOUNTAINThanks to Bro. Steve, students, faculty and staff can now enjoy cool, fresh water in the form of a new hydration station located outside the gym (by the art room).

The hydration station has all the capabilities of a water fountain along with an automatic water bottle filler as a backboard.

The new filtered bottle filling station offers cleaner, healthier water.

UPCOMING EVENTSNovember/December 2018 Vol. I Issue 2

CHRISTMAS BREAKDecember 24, 2018 - January 2, 2019

School Resumes on Thursday, January 3, 2019

ADSNovember/December 2018 Vol. I Issue 2

ADSNovember/December 2018 Vol. I Issue 2

WANTED· REPORTERS

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Interested in writing for THE MOUNT TIMES?

Newspaper Club meets on Mondays

2:30pm — Room 316

Get creative, Have fun, Gain experience.

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your club or event, advertise here.

Students can stay warm by swapping their vests/sweaters for the fleece.

PRICE: $40

FYI…Students can wear the fleece

in class.

Shop for Christmas right in the Bookstore.

NO LINES, NO TAX, NO HEADACHES

Stop by any time during the day and ask Mr. Fraher to open up the bookstore!

*Cash or check only*

The Mount Winter Fleece is available now in the bookstore

MOUNT TIMES STAFFNovember/December 2018 Vol. I Issue 2

2018-2019 STAFF

Luke Anderson ‘21Reporter

Kobe Jones ‘19Comic Artist

Ameer Khan ‘20Reporter

Peter Kirchgaesser ‘21Reporter

Omar Stout ‘22Reporter

Mrs. Lisa BennettFaculty Moderator

To submit a story or to advertise, email:lisa.bennett@mtstmichael.org

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