Come find the treasure you have been waiting for!!!

Pass this date and time on to everyone you know.

Saturday, Aug. 21
9 a.m. – 3 p.m.
At the Old Gym and Play Court areas in the center of campus, behind the Convent

Sisters of St. Mary of Oregon
4440 SW 148th Ave.
Beaverton, OR 97007

Our own Valley Catholic alum, Charlie Wilson ‘04 will star in a local area production of “A Chorus Line.” Perhaps first inspired by his younger sister Katie Wilson’07 and her dancing pursuits, Charlie began a career on the stage and in musical theater while a freshman at Valley Catholic. He performed in VCS productions throughout high school including Aladdin, Honk!, Damn Yankees, Annie and South Pacific. Post graduation, Charlie spent four years touring with The Young Americans, a group that later would bring him right back to our campus! (Read more about The Young Americans visit to Valley Catholic in 2009.)

A colleague of his sister’s, Amy Palamino (whose résumé includes touring with Cats, 42nd Street and Cabaret), invited Charlie to audition for the Broadway Rose Theater Company production of A Chorus Line. Charlie landed the role of Italian Mike Costa, who, like Charlie, begins a dancing career after following his sister to dance school. A Chorus Line runs Aug. 4-22. To learn more about the production and to purchase your tickets, visit Tigard’s Broadway Rose Theater Company. 

The Young Americans were founded almost 50 years ago in Hollywood, Calif. to provide our talented Young American student performers (15-21 years of age) with education in music, dance, performance and teaching, and to use this training, and the good will and optimism of these young people to support music in schools and its inherent benefits through conducting International Music Outreach Workshops in educational facilities of all types throughout the world.

Two-time Olympic gold medal saber fencer, Mariel Zagunis ’03 won the World Cup in New York City the evening of Saturday, June 19.  After defeating fellow American Ibtihaj Muhammad (Maplewood, N.J.) in the quarterfinals, Mariel secured the title with a win over Reka Benko of Hungary, 15-13.

The World Cup marks the first international competition in New York City since 2004. The fencers will look to reach their peak in Brooklyn as it is one of the last international events before the World Championships in Paris, Nov. 4-13.

To read the full story click here.

After graduation from Valley Catholic last year, Chris Kiefer ‘09 decided to attend Carroll College in Montana. Already in his freshman year, Carroll presented him with an award for the Outstanding Freshman in Math, Engineering and Science. This award is given out to the top students of each level and is based on overall GPA, faculty perception of the student, and performance in math, engineering and computer science classes.

Dr. Holly Zullo, one of Chris’ professors describes him as “a delight to have in class.” Way to go, Chris!

Thank you to everyone who came to “The Greatest Show on Earth” held April 17 in the Valiant Gym. The circus-themed evening drew 380 people in celebration of our PreK-12 school community. The evening successfully raised more than $255,000 for student programs.

Click here for a gallery of photos from the evening.

Reunion Day is a new celebration for all alumni, highlighting specific class years. While we are honoring reunion classes, all alumni of St. Mary of the Valley & Valley Catholic School are invited. We’re looking forward to celebrating with you!

Reunion Day 2010
Saturday, June 12, 2010
Valley Catholic High School
9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.

R.S.V.P. required. Details coming soon.

Are you considered missing? Check our Missing Alumni List to make sure you receive invitations and information from your Alumni Relations Office.

The Golden Reunion Dinner honors alumnae celebrating their 50th reunion and every five years prior. This year’s event will honor the classes of ’55, ’50, ’45 & ’40.

Friday, June 11, 2010
Prayer Service
5:15 p.m.
Our Lady of Perpetual Help Chapel
SSMO Convent

Golden Reunion Dinner
5:30 – 7:30 p.m.
SSMO Convent Dining Room

Are you considered missing? Check our Missing Alumni List to make sure you receive invitations and information from your Alumni Relations Office.

Students organize first ever school-sponsored community concert May 15 to help ‘08 alum with cancer treatments

Danny Keagbine '08

Valley Catholic students are joining forces with bands from around the Portland area to put on an outdoor public concert on the school’s soccer field Saturday, May 15.

While a good time is sure to be had by all in this unique show featuring local bands and young Portland talent, the energy to organize the production is driven by one thing only. Valley Catholic students are doing whatever they can to raise money for their friend and 2008 alum Danny Keagbine who is battling cancer.

Keagbine has been undergoing extensive treatment for Ewing Sarcoma since August 2009. Organizers of the concert, hope to make a significant difference by raising thousands of dollars to help defray Keagbine’s medical costs. The “Groovin’ for a Cure” concert promises something for everyone, including reggae, blues and funk. Local bands Waiting in Vain, Daniel Bedlam, Pseudophilis, Tijuana Poop Smugglers, and Speakeasy have been handpicked by a senior and bass player at Valley Catholic. Read the rest of this entry »

The Sisters of St. Mary of Oregon Foundation thanks Beaverton Toyota for their generosity. With their partnership, we are raffling a gorgeous 2010 Toyota Prius!

The 2010 Toyota Prius was recently chosen as Consumer Reports’ Green Car of the Year—and no wonder: this car gets an amazing 51 m.p.g. in the city. In addition to earth-friendliness, the Prius boasts a sporty look and lots of great features, most notably: Hybrid Synergy Drive System; 4 Cylinders; 51 MPG (city); Bluetooth; Side Curtain Airbags; Remote Keyless Entry and Push-Button Start; AM/FM/MP3 CD Player with 6 Speakers; Auxiliary Audio; Cargo Mat; Power Heated Outside Mirrors; Anti-Lock Brakes; Power Locks and Windows with Automatic Up/Down. Retail value: $23,718.

The Sisters of St. Mary of Oregon Foundation abides by the rules set forth by the Department of Justice:
Purchaser and/or winner must be at least 18 years old. Winnings are subject to federal and state withholdings. Purchaser must be in the State of Oregon at time of purchase. Confirmation of purchase and ticket numbers will be mailed to purchasers. Tickets are not available for purchase online, but you may print a ticket order form here.

Ticket prices are $50 per ticket; only 1,000 tickets will be sold. The winning ticket will be drawn at the close of the Valley Catholic Auction at approximately 10:00 pm on Saturday, April 17th 2010. The auction will be held at the Valley Catholic Athletic Center in Beaverton, but the winner does not need to be present to win. If the winner is not present, our emcee will call the lucky winner that night.

Good luck to all who purchase a ticket, and thank you for supporting Valley Catholic School!

Come and join in the fun! Still not sure what this event is about? Read our FAQs. You can also purchase auction tickets online. See the invitation pictured below for event details. See you under the Big Top! Read the rest of this entry »