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St. Stephen School "Ho Ho Ho, Who Wouldn't Go?" Shopping! - 2007

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December 20, 2007 . . ."Ho Ho Ho, Who wouldn't go?" shopping for Mom, Dad, brother, sister, Grandma, Grandpa, generated much excitement at St. Stephen School's "Santa's Secret Shop." Students were given the opportunity to purchase small gifts from the little shop, for their family and friends.

St. Stephen School Service Clubs Collect For The Needy - 2007

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December 11, 2007 . . .In cooperation with St. Stephen's Parish, St. Stephen School students collected over 900 food and personal care items for the needy who are helped by St. Luke's Mission of Mercy. This collection was sponsored by the service clubs of St. Stephen School: Mission Club, Student Council and National Honor Society.

"Breakfast of Champions" For Honor Roll Students - 2007

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December 4, 2007 . . ."St. Stephen School honor roll students were treated to a special "Breakfast of Champions" last week when they celebrating their first quarter academic achievement. Each of the students were encouraged to keep up the extra effort to maintain their high scores, and to motivate their fellow students to excellence."

St. Stephen School 3rd Graders Make Pies For Their Families - 2007

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St. Stephen third grade students brought home a special gift for their families this past week. Each child made their own 'homemade' apple pie! With the help of Mrs. Julia Moretti, their teacher, as well as parent volunteers, the children peeled and sliced the apples, added spices, and prepared the crust. The baked pies went home with the children to share with their families on Thanksgiving Day.

St. Stephen School Poster Winners - 2007

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Grand Island Lions Club announced the winners of its International Peace Poster Contest. The winners from St. Stephen School were Carly Conway, Grade 6, who won a second place $100 savings bond for her grade level; Katie Grace White, Grade 6; Callan Piazza, Grade 8; and James Bobak, Grade 8; who each won a third place $50 savings bond for their entries. Congratulations to all for a job well done!

Principal Appreciation Day, St. Stephen School - 2007

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This past week, the students at St. Stephen School expressed their love and gratitude for Mrs. Donna Ende during Principal Appreciation Day. The children created cards and prepared their own presentations to thank her for the countless ways she has helped them. The photo shows the second grade class making a "special delivery" of cards to her office on that very special day.

St. Stephen Fun Friday - 2007

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At the end of each week, the Pre-K and Kindergarten classes At St. Stephen School get together for "Fun Friday." This past week, the children made their own "pilgrim hats." They also created turkeys using their little finger-painted hands to stamp the "feathers" for the turkeys!

St. Stephen Mission Club News - 2007

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The students from St. Stephen School Mission Club continued their work encouraging one another to grow in their faith. This week they colorfully decorated dining placemats for prisoners. Each placemat included words and images to remind prisoners that they are loved and remembered by God and the community.

St. Stephen’s 1st Quarter Honor Roll - November 2007
November 21, 2007 . . . St. Stephen School announces its 1st quarter honor roll:
Grade 3: Mrs. Julia Moretti
1st Honors: Sarah Bazemore, Adam Frosolone, Ireland Kramer, Lauren Lotempio, Miranda Nemeth, Garrett Robinson
2nd Honors: Rachel Colan, Virgil Castner, Andrew Faturos, Jeffrey Goris, Julie Klein, Ronald Loss, Brian Smith, Geoffrey Webb
Grade 4: Mrs. Ann Samplinski
1st Honors: Laura Bierbrauer, Michael Englert, William Frank, Grace Fredricks, Peter Kroetsch, Joseph Monaco, Hannah Panzica, William Tompkins
2nd Honors: Alexis Fredricks, Sabrina Mistriner, Charles Panepinto, Samuel Przybyl, Luke Strott, Ciera Vedella, Brigid White, Elliott Ziolkowski
Grade 5: Mrs. Jennifer Hoplight
1st Honors: Michael Bobak, Nicholas Colan, Justin Figler, Luke McConnaghy, Robert Nappo, Nicholas Ortiz, Griffin Stone
2nd Honors: Quinn Carey, Nathan Ciffa, Gabriella Congi, Zoanne Gebhard, Jacob Frosolone, Alanna Mergel, Zachary Penrose, John Sosnowski, Steven White
Grade 6: Mrs. Daniela Schmidt
1st Honors: Carleen Conway, Alexander Kovacs, Molly Meka, Nicholas Panepinto, Kathleen White
2nd Honors: Marielle Buffamonte, Peter Chopra, Kristin Kalman, Alexander Lenz, Griffin McGuire, Zoë Reda, Richard Shanor
Grade 7: Miss Amy Goerss
1st Honors: Ashley Colan, Erin McConnaghy, Stephanie Neville, Alan Wopperer, Anthony Yarussi
2nd Honors: Alex Buffamonte, Matthew Gagola, James Gallagher, Jeremy Lazatin, Matthew Lenz, Lura Mazurek, Grace Olszewski, Alyssa Pizzuti, Zaida Smith
Grade 8: Mrs. Carol Buchholz
1st Honors: David Conboy, Alex DeRosa, Victor Sarmiento
2nd Honors: Arianna Alizadeh, Katie Bierbrauer, James Bobak, Maura Bobak, Emily Cardullo, Richard Englert, Emilie Kovacs, Rebecca Meyer, Callan Piazza, Jenna Saltzman, Jackie Sosnowski, Brendan Stone, Meggie White

Veterans Day - St. Stephen Students Remember Armed Forces - 2007

(left) LtC. David Conboy with Essay Winners; (center) VFW Post 9249 Color Guard; (right) Special Assembly
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Thursday, November 8th, 2007 . . .St. Stephen School on November 8th remembered the men and women who have served our country in armed forces. Camouflage pencils were given to all students to remind them that veterans are men and women of faith, dedicated to service. Each hour during the day, the children and teachers would pause to listen as the names of veteran family and friends were read. Then all observed a moment of silence. A special assembly was called for all students. A local military color guard representing the service branches presented the American flag, and the children sang the national anthem.
Essays in honor of Veterans Day were shared with the assembly. The essay contest winners were announced as Brendan Stone, Rebecca Meyer, William Tompkins, and Laura Bierbrauer. Thanks to all children who participated with many thoughtful essays. Later in the day, all students listened to LtC. David Conboy present a slide show highlighting the work of the armed forces in Iraq. Special thanks to all veterans who made this event so very memorable.

St. Stephen Mission Club News - 2007

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The St Stephen's Mission Club recently visited Fatima Shrine in Lewiston. The children had the opportunity to learn about this very unique, reflective landmark in Western New York. At the heart-shaped reflection pool the children prayed together. They also climbed the steps to the top of the glass shrine, to enjoy the vista of the Niagara Escarpment.

St. Stephen Students Win Fire Engine Rides - 2007

Adults shown are (left) Lt. Tom Dewey, Firefighter Alaina Brilhart, Supervisor Peter McMahon and Fire Company Captain John Wenner
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Four lucky St. Stephen School students were selected to be picked up from their homes by a Grand Island fire engine for a ride to school. Victor Freeman, Ronald Loss, Justin Wohlfehrt and Jenna Bruno were each selected for the unique opportunity as part of Fire Prevention Week at St. Stephen School. St. Stephen School thanks the volunteers who came to teach the children, as well as all those in the fire company who unselfishly give of their time and talent to protect our community.

Red Ribbon Week At St. Stephen School - 2007

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St Stephen School celebrated "Red-Ribbon Week" with special activities the week of October 15th. The focus of the week is to promote a drug-free environment, through lessons and discussion. Each student wore a special button reminding all "Don't give drugs an inch." On Friday, students were encouraged to wear red clothing and accessories to show their support and also gave ribbons to all role models who have encouraged them to stay drug-free by their love, support, or example.

St. Stephen Students Learn Fire Safety Tips - 2007

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St Stephen School children learned some very practical fire safety tips from Grand Island's own volunteer fire company. The firemen presented an impressive demonstration of the speed in which a fire can spread in a home. They also explained the "Stop, Drop, and Roll" technique, as well as the proper use of a fire extinguisher. Later, children were given a chance to see up close the special equipment used by the Grand Island firefighters, with two lucky children winning "A Trip on the Fire Truck" in the very near future.

St. Stephen Students Take Part In Tornado Experiment - 2007

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Mrs Ann Samplinski's fourth grade students at St. Stephen School created tornado effects in Science class. The students observed that the water swirls like a tornado as the fluid flows by gravity from one bottle to the other. Students will create their own tornado for display in "Tornado Alley" in the school hallway.

St. Stephen Students Enjoy A Lovely Day! - 2007

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Thursday, October 4, 2007 . . .On an unusually mild day last week at St. Stephen School, Mrs. Ende, the principal decided that since the weather was so beautiful that all the students could enjoy recess instead of classes during first period that day. The children responded with great excitement to the surprise announcement that morning. Everyone had a great time during the principal's "surprise recess"!!

St. Stephen’s 4th Quarter Honor Roll - June 2007
June 27, 2007 . . . St. Stephen School announces its 4th quarter honor roll:
Grade 3: Miss Jennifer O’Loughlin
1st Honors: Laura Bierbrauer, Thomas Cauley, Michael Englert, William Frank, Grace Fredricks, Alexis Fredricks, Peter Kroetsch, Joseph Monaco, Charles Panepinto, Hannah Panzica, William Tompkins, Ciara Vedella, Brigid White
2nd Honors: Joshua Bobak, Sabrina Lemme, Zachary Lenz, Cindy Nguyen, Luke Strott, Nicholas Terlecky, Elliott Ziolkowski
Grade 4: Mrs. Ann Samplinski
1st Honors: Nicholas Colan, Justin Figler, Luke McConnaghy, Nicholas Ortiz, Griffin Stone
2nd Honors: Quinn Carey, Nathan Ciffa, Gabriella Congi, Anna DeMartin, Jacob Frosolone, Alanna Mergel, Robert Nappo, Zachary Penrose, John Sosnowski, Alexander Sponn
Grade 5: Mrs. Jennifer Hoplight
1st Honors: Bridget Cauley, Carleen Conway, Quinton Corrao, Molly Meka, Alexander Kovacs, Nicholas Panepinto, Katie-Grace White
2nd Honors: Marielle Buffamonte, Peter Chopra, Hannah Corrao, Kara Hazelet, Kristy Kalman, Alexander Lenz, Zoë Reda, Stephanie Voyzey
Grade 6: Mrs. Daniela Schmidt
1st Honors: AAlec Buffamonte, Ashley Colan, James Gallagher, Jeremy Lazatin, Erin McConnaghy, Stephanie Neville, Alyssa Pizzuti, Alan Wopperer
2nd Honors: Amber Carroll. Matthew Gagola, Matthew Lenz, Lura Mazurek, Grace Olszewski
Grade 7: Mr. Paul Hare
1st Honors: Ariana Alizadeh, Kathryn Bierbrauer, David Conboy, Alex DeRosa, Victor Sarmiento, Jonathan Voyzey
2nd Honors: James Bobak, Maura Bobak, Emily Cardullo, Ricky Englert, Emilie Kovacs, Rebecca Meyer, Callan Piazza, Jenna Saltzman, Jackie Sosnowski, Brendan Stone, Meggie White
Grade 8: Mrs. Carol Buchholz
1st Honors: Kevin Gibas, Justine Lazatin
2nd Honors: Brian Bobak, Heather Smith, Catherine Sponn, Patrick White

St. Stephen Students In Competition - Spring 2007

Three students from St. Stephen School demonstrated their skills with vocabularies in the top 100 participants of the 2007 Reader's Digest Vocabulary Contest. Brendan Stone, Alec Buffamonte, and Patrick White represented St. Stephen School in the New York State competition.

St. Stephen's Pastor Honored - Spring 2007

Father Paul Nogaro was honored by the students of St. Stephen School for his his great leadership, wisdom, and service on Pastor Appreciation Day. He was greeted with songs and cards by the students, praying for his continued successful leadership of the parish. We thank you Father Paul for all your hard work in St. Stephen parish, and your service to the Grand Island community!

St. Stephen Students Are Winners - 2007

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Three students from St. Stephen School were selected as winners in the "Be Aware of New York Agriculture" Contest. The contest was for students in Grade Pre-K to Grade 6. Only three students across New York State are chosen as winners for each grade level. Two students were also awarded Honorable Mention at each grade level. Kindergarten student Luke Webb was awarded First Place for his poster. Third grader Nicholas Terleky was awarded First Place for his poster and slogan. Laura Bierbrauer, a third grader, was awarded Honorable Mention for her poster and slogan. Winning entries will be exhibited in the Youth Building at the Great New York State Fair.

Rainforest Is Project of St. Stephen Students - 2007

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Mrs. Samplinski's fourth grade class has been very busy making a "rainforest" inside their classroom at St. Stephen School. The rainforest includes tropical plants with special lighting, and a "treehouse" where parents are invited to come and share lunch with their child as they learn facts about the rainforest together.

St. Stephen School Students Inducted In Honor Society - 2007

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St. Stephen School celebrated its first induction ceremony for students entering the National Junior Honor Society. Seventh and eighth grade students exhibiting leadership, citizenship, service, and scholarship were recognized by their teachers and parents. Congratulations to each of the honor students selected for this achievement.

St. Stephen’s 3rd Quarter Honor Roll - April 2007
April 16, 2007 . . . St. Stephen School announces its 3rd quarter honor roll:
Grade 3: Miss Jennifer O’Loughlin
1st Honors: Laura Bierbrauer, Thomas Cauley, William Frank, Grace Fredricks, Alexis Fredricks, Peter Kroetsch, Joseph Monaco, Hannah Panzica, William Tompkins, Brigid White
2nd Honors: Michael Englert, Cody Kowal, Zachary Lenz, Charles Panepinto, Luke Strott, Nicholas Terlecky, Ciara Vedella, Elliott Ziolkowski
Grade 4: Mrs. Ann Samplinski
1st Honors: Quinn Carey, Nathan Ciffa, Nicholas Colan, Justin Figler, Luke McConnaghy, Alanna Mergel, Nicholas Ortiz, Griffin Stone
2nd Honors: Gabriella Congi, Branden Costolnick, Anna DeMartin, Jacob Frosolone, Robert Nappo, Zachary Penrose, John Sosnowski
Grade 5: Mrs. Jennifer Hoplight
1st Honors: Bridget Cauley, Peter Chopra, Quinton Corrao, Kara Hazelet, Kristy Kalman, Alexander Kovacs, Molly Meka, Nicholas Panepinto, Zoë Reda, Katie-Grace White
2nd Honors: Marielle Buffamonte, Carleen Conway, Hannah Corrao, Timothy Utz, Stephanie Voyzey
Grade 6: Mrs. Daniela Schmidt
1st Honors: Alec Buffamonte, Ashley Colan, James Gallagher, Erin McConnaghy, Stephanie Neville, Grace Olszewski, Alan Wopperer
2nd Honors: Amber Carroll. Matthew Gagola, Donald Kilian, Jeremy Lazatin, Matthew Lenz, Lura Mazurek, Alyssa Pizzuti, Zaida Smith
Grade 7: Mr. Paul Hare
1st Honors: Ariana Alizadeh, Kathryn Bierbrauer, James Bobak, David Conboy, Alex DeRosa, Jenna Saltzman, Victor Sarmiento, Jonathan Voyzey
2nd Honors: Maura Bobak, Emily Cardullo, Emilie Kovacs, Rebecca Meyer, Callan Piazza, Jackie Sosnowski, Brendan Stone, Meggie White
Grade 8: Mrs. Carol Buchholz
1st Honors: Kevin Gibas, Justine Lazatin
2nd Honors: Brian Bobak, Joseph Piazza, Heather Smith, Catherine Sponn

St. Stephen School Math Students Win At Competition - 2007

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Students in St. Stephen's School seventh grade participated on March 27, 2007 in the annual math contest for seventh graders at St. Joseph's Collegiate Institute. The contest consisted of problems requiring ordinary arithmetic and simple geometry knowledge that were a challenge for the students. Approximately 300 students from Western New York Schools participate each year. The following students made up this year's team: Katie Bierbraurer, David Conboy, Seth Carey, James Bobak, Alex DeRosa, Brendan Mergel, Victor Sarmiento, and Jonathan Voyzey. David Conboy won third place in his division, and to Alex DeRosa who received an Honorable Mention Trophy.

St. Stephen School Holds Successful Easter Clothing Drive - 2007

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St. Stephen School Mission Club sponsored a special Easter Parade clothing drive so that everyone would have a special new outfit to wear on Easter. Thanks to the generous donations from St. Stephen's families, many boxes of clothing were given to the Family and Children's Services of Niagara Inc.

St. Stephen 7th/8th Grades Celebrate Pi Day - 2007

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The St. Stephen School 7th and 8th grade students in Mr. Hare and Mrs. Wild's math classes recently celebrated Pi Day. Pi Day is a day to celebrate the mathematical constant Pi (ð). Pi is an irrational number approximately equal to 3.14, and therefore is observed on March 14th. During math classes, the students measured various everyday circular items, first finding the circumference, and then the diameter. When dividing the circumference by the diameter, students found that no matter what size their circle was, they got pi, or approximately 3.14 as the resulting quotient! Students also brought in some circular treats, including cookies, and of course, pie!.

St. Stephen School St. Joseph's Day Table - 2007

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The students, faculty, and parents of St. Stephen School worked together to prepare a St. Joseph's Day Table on March 19th. With many thanks to all who helped, a beautiful array of meatless dishes were prepared, and Father Paul Nogaro blessed the bountiful spread.

St. Stephen's Pre-K Learns Irish Fables & Lore - 2007

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St. Stephen's Pre-K class learned about some of the Irish fables and lore as they celebrated St. Patrick's Day. Among all the green decorations and their cut-out four leaf clovers and top hats, they found "footprints" left behind by leprechauns who hid "gold coins" around the classroom. The class enjoyed jello, pudding, cake, and even eggs of green!

Chinese New Year Celebrated At St. Stephen School - 2007

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St. Stephen School Pre-K and Kindergarten classes celebrated Chinese New Year recently. The children enjoyed making hand puppets in the shape of a pig, especially since this is the Year of the Pig.

St. Stephen Students Read About Famous Person - February 2007

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The fourth grade class of St. Stephen School was assigned to read a book about a famous person for a February book report. Their book highlighted a character trait that helped that person achieve his/her success. Each student then prepared a T-shirt telling about the person and their valued character trait. Students wore their shirts for a day at school and were prepared to answer any question about the famous person.

St. Stephen School News - 2007

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St. Stephen School Pre-K, Kindergarten, 1st, and 2nd grade students creatively turned ordinary rice cakes into a happy, sweet treat in February 2007. Pictured with their ‘smiles’ are Lauren Curtin and Gracie Tompkins.

At-the-Hop! At St. Stephen School - February 2007

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There was a lot of ‘twist and shout’ at this year’s Sock-Hop as part of Catholic Schools Week 2007.

St. Stephen School Mini-Olympics - February 2007

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St. Stephen School children of all grade levels combined forces to compete in the Mini-Olympics during Catholic Schools Week January 28 through February 2. With each team unified by colored clothing, they persevered through many challenges and obstacle courses, with the White Team winning this year’s bragging rights!

Kids Enjoy St. Stephen's Carnival - February 2007

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St. Stephen School held its annual Carnival on February 3rd at the end of Catholic Schools Week. Kids of all ages enjoyed many games of skill and chance including the Football Toss and the perennial favorite – Ping Pong Toss for Goldfish!

St. Stephen School Celebrates Catholic Schools Week - February 2007

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Bingo! With great excitement the winners yelled out as St. Stephen students enjoyed some fun during Catholic Schools Week. The victors show off their winnings – their favorite candy! As part of Catholic Schools Week, many students had a great time bowling.

St. Stephen Student, Kristen Kalman, Wins Contest - February 2007

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St. Stephen School student Kristen Kalman won first place for the Elementary Division in the 2007 Buffalo Auto Show poster contest. Her poster was chosen from over 600 entries. Her reward includes an ice cream party for six at the Cold Stone Creamery. Her poster and several others will be displayed at this year’s Auto Show held at the Buffalo Convention Center. Six other students from St. Stephen School received a free ticket to the Auto Show and a certificate for free ice cream at Cold Stone.

Magic Dazzles St. Stephen Students - 2007

Shown from left with Rob and Carol are: Lauren Lotempio, Steven Nguyen, and Emily Klein.
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   The students at St. Stephen School were dazzled by magic performed by Rob and Carol Allen on February 1, 2007. The Very Dairy Magician amazed grades kindergarten, 1, and 2 with various magic tricks using colored scarves, white doves, a talking picture of a cow, and milk. The program was paid for by the people at Milk for Health and the Dairy Farmers of Western New York. Although the show was extremely entertaining, Rob Allen easily worked in facts about where milk comes from, all the different vitamins people get from drinking milk and what those vitamins do for our bodies.

St. Stephen’s 2nd Quarter Honor Roll - February 2007
   St. Stephen School announces its 2nd quarter honor roll:
Grade 3: Miss Jennifer O’Loughlin
1st Honors: Laura Bierbrauer, Thomas Cauley, William Frank, Grace Fredricks, Alexis Fredricks, Peter Kroetsch, Joseph Monaco, Hannah Panzica, Nicholas Terlecky, William Tompkins, Ciara Vedella, Brigid White, Luke Strott
2nd Honors: Joshua Bobak, Michael Englert, Sabrina Lemme, Zachary Lenz, Cindy Nguyen, Charles Panepinto, Elliott Ziolkowski
Grade 4: Mrs. Ann Samplinski
1st Honors: Nicholas Colan, Justin Figler, Griffin Stone
2nd Honors: Colin Carey, Quinn Carey, Nathan Ciffa, Gabriella Congi, Anna DeMartin, Jacob Frosolone, Luke McConnaghy, Alanna Mergel, Robert Nappo, Nicholas Ortiz, Zachary Penrose, John Sosnowski, Alexandra Sponn
Grade 5: Mrs. Jennifer Hoplight
1st Honors: Bridget Cauley, Quinton Corrao, Molly Meka, Nicholas Panepinto, Katie-Grace White
2nd Honors: Marielle Buffamonte, Peter Chopra, Carleen Conway, Kara Hazelet, Kristen Kalman, Alexander Kovacs, Zoë Reda, Timothy Utz, Stephanie Voyzey
Grade 6: Mrs. Daniela Schmidt
1st Honors: Alec Buffamonte, Ashley Colan, James Gallagher, Erin McConnaghy, Stephanie Neville, Alyssa Pizzuti, Alan Wopperer
2nd Honors: Matthew Gagola, Jeremy Lazatin, Lura Mazurek, Grace Olszewski
Grade 7: Mr. Paul Hare
1st Honors: Ariana Alizadeh, Kathryn Bierbrauer, Maura Bobak, David Conboy, Alex DeRosa, Rebecca Meyer, Victor Sarmiento, Jonathan Voyzey
2nd Honors: James Bobak, Emily Cardullo, Seth Carey, Richard Englert, Emilie Kovacs, Callan Piazza, Jenna Saltzman, Jackie Sosnowski, Brendan Stone
Grade 8: Mr. Paul Hare
1st Honors: Kevin Gibas, Justine Lazatin, Catherine Sponn
2nd Honors: Brian Bobak, Brennan Carey, Joseph Piazza, Anna Playfair, Patrick White

Carnival Day At St. Stephen School - 2007
   A Carnival Day, sponsored by St. Stephen's Family School Association, will take place at the school from 10:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Saturday, February 3, 2007. Featured will be a bounce house, games, prizes, face painting, food, drinks and fun for all. Admission is free. Tickets for games will be available at the door. All are welcome.

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