Cathedral Preparatory School - Literulae Yearbook (Erie, PA)

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Prep Fights Inflation Reverend John M. Dollinger, M.A. Headmaster Escalating utility prices jeopardized the Cathedral Prep that the Erie commu- nity knows. To combat this plummeting state of econony, Fr. Dollinger requested the reinstatement of supplemental funds from the Diocese, as the other Diocesan High Schools receive. When the Bishops turned down this request, Fr. Dollinger ap- pointed Mr. Don Guerrein, President of the Alumni, along with Mr. Donald Ber- nardo to head the fund drive. The framework of the drive stressed face to face contact with the Alumni. About one hundred sixty volunteers con- tacted over eight thousand graduates of Cathedral Prep. This money would staba- lize the co-curricular activities budget and would direct all of the tuition to ne- cessary salary increases and scholar- ship funds for the Kalista foundation. This indication of the versatility of the Prep administration and the calm leader- ship demonstrated by Fr. Dollinger proves that Cathedral Prep will serve the Erie community for a long time into the future. Q- Above Right: Fr, Dollingertakes care of some prao- formed. Above: Fr. Dollinger takes an avid interest tical matters each day. One of his responsibilities inthe STUd9I1fS Of PVGP- He Often I'SfefS 10 8 Seniors every Friday is announcing the events of the area personal file when preparing 2 fSClU6Si6d College during sixth period to keep the Prep community in- reC0mmendati0r1. 13

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Bishops Befocus Their Goals The Most Reverend Alfred M. Watson, D.D. Bishop of Erie The MOS! Reverend Michael J. Murphy, D.D. C0-Adjutor Bishop of Erie Men of the twentieth century intro- duced fresh ideas into the world. Bishop Gannon, one of the leaders of this change, developed innovative means to expand the efficiency of the Diocese. His motivation for improving religious educa- tion in the Diocese was a direct result of his experiences as a child. Only a limited number of parochial schools existed in the Erie area and no Catholic high school. Religious education, a priority among Catholics, could not be supplied in the curriculum of the Public Schools, conse- quently, the desire for Catholic education could not be met. Fr. Gannon became familar with main- taining the Diocesan School System dur- ing his term as Superintendent of Schools in the Diocese of Erie. When he became Bishop of Erie, he established the Cathe- dral Preparatory School in 1921. His in- tent was to provide Catholic education t0 boys from Middle Class families. Through the years Bishop Gannon fos- tered the ideals of good Christian living. He often addressed the men of Prep in the classrooom. Cathedral Prep enjoyed this generosity of the Bishop during his term. 12 While the exterior of the building has not changed over the past decade, great alterations occurred within. The Bishops now focus their attention on strengthen- ing the family. For this reason Bishops Watson and Murphy reduced the number of priests at Prep. Diverting funds to other causes, the Bishop in 1972 cut out all funds to Prep. With Prep's increasing fi- nancial independence, the Bishops have influenced Prep less and less, and this year they were absent at all the assem- blies. Below: The relationship between Prep and the Dio- cese of Erie has been a close one since Archbishop John Mark Gannon founded Prep in the basement of the Cathedral.

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Assistant Headmasters Unite Losing Fr. Engel at the start of the year created turmoil for the Administration. However, by the second month the Assis- tant Headmasters were ready to attack their duties head on once again. As a graduate of Marquette University, Fr. Biebel knows the importance of a good college education. He carefully wrote all recommendations needed for a Senior to apply to college. As Academic Director he maintained good communica- tions between Cathedral Prep and Gan- non University to encourage participation in the Advanced Standing Program. Fr. Biebel involved himself in student life by moderating the National Honor Society and Student Government. He lent his tal- ents as an organist to the students by leading them in song at mass. As Director of Discipline Fr. Hahn re- ceived most of the grief and responsibility of being the bad guy. His reputation as an excellent teacher though, bridged any gaps that existed between him and the student body. His education at St. Mary's Seminary had instilled in him a dedication to to academics. This is proven by the quality of the History Department of which he is chairman. His wide range of activi- ties included moderating the cheer- leaders and the High-O team. Because the Bishops reassigned Fr. Engel, Fr. Dollinger appointed Fr. Nowak on very short notice to the position of As- sistant Headmaster in charge of guid- ance. Fr. Nowak's participation with stu- dents outside of the classroom helped him tremendously with his new position. As Director of Guidance Fr. Nowak led the Seniors along the tedious path of ap- plying to college. Even with his new ap- pointment, he continued to direct extra- curricular activities. His literary ventures and photography hobby offered students a chance to help produce the school yearbook. He was also the Theology De- partment chairman. He moderated Foren- sics, High-Q, and the Ski Club. Rev. William E. Biebel M.A. Assistant Headmaster f l- 14 Above: Teamwork is essential in accomplishing the many problems that arise every morning in the atten- dance oftice. The Assistant Headmasters work to- gether well and keep the students moving at a quick pace. Rev. Raymond W. Hahn M. Div. Assistant Headmaster Rev. Mark A. Nowak S.T.M. Assistant Headmaster