March 3, 2008
Benedictine Expands Partnership with the Cleveland Clinic
Office of Civic Education Initiatives
CLEVELAND, OHIO— Today, Benedictine High School (BHS) and the Cleveland Clinic Office of Civic Education Initiatives expanded their partnership, according to a joint announcement.
“We are one of a few” Catholic boys high school that works in partnership with the Cleveland Clinic Office of Civic Education Initiatives,” said Sal Miroglotta, school principal. “As such we have a unique opportunity for participation in various internships and special educational programs.”
The partnership will include a number of exciting options for students and
faculty-
- Guest speakers from Nuclear Medicine, Pharmacology, Analytical Laboratory, Physical Therapy, Sports Medicine, Genetics, Dietary Departments, Wellness and Nutrition will work with BHS Health Classes
- Webcasts for Health and Biology classes
- Special educational programming in Sports Medicine/Sports Health
- Support of research projects geared to the Northeast Ohio Science Fair
“Benedictine has had a number of top quality students participate successfully in our internship and eXpressionsTM programs,” said Rosalind Strickland, Senior Director, Cleveland Clinic Office of Civic Education Initiative. “We see this relationship continuing into the future.”
For more information about the Benedictine/Cleveland Clinic Office of Civic Education Initiatives partnership contact Sal Miroglotta at miroglotta@cbhs.org or (216) 421-2080.
For more information about Cleveland Clinic Office of Civic Education Initiatives contact, Rosalind Strickland,
216.445.6600 or visit – www.clevelandclinic.org/CivicEducation
March 3, 2008
Benedictine Advertising Campaign Hits New Highs
CLEVELAND, OHIO— “We Are Benedictine,” is Benedictine High School’s new campaign that is taking the all boys high school to new heights in terms of interest and potential enrollment, according to Fr. Albert Marflak, the Catholic college prep school’s president.
“More boys have taken our entrance exam and shadowed other students in five months than they did in all of the 2006-2007 enrollment season,” said Fr. Marflak. ”Our new public awareness campaign is paying off.”
The Benedictine Alumni and its Booster Club came forward with $40,000 to provide the school with its biggest advertising budget in 20 years.
“With a modest ad budget we asked board member Ed Stevens at Stevens Baron Communications to conduct a number of focus groups among our board alumni, staff, students and parents,” said Fr. Marflak “Randy Loeser, an alumni at Questex, handled an electronic survey that was very helpful.”
Based on the research, the school that is staffed by Benedictine monks –the most religious found at any Catholic High School – the campaign theme of “We Are Benedictine” was developed and introduced at the last assembly of the school year in May 2007.
Another feature of the Benedictine campaign is that Board members and alumni are visiting parish and public schools to discuss Catholic High School education in general and Benedictine in specific.
The research also points out important campaign messages such as 11:1 student to teacher ratios, close to Shaker Square and University Circle, most religious on campus, and the “Home of Champions” or student-scholars.
Benedictine used a three week radio campaign to reach potential students and their mothers –derived as input from the research.
A zip code analysis of the school’s student population provided the school with important data to support direct mail and localized print advertising purchases.
Finally, Benedictine updated its website to reflect the new campaign slogan as well test dates, shadowing and scholarship information. Any student hitting the 95th percentile is eligible for a $5000 scholarship.
“We are excited about the amount of interest we have had in the school from the West Side, Northfield, Euclid, and public schools in Cuyahoga County, “said Kieran Patton, Benedictine Director of Admissions, “We still have scholarships and financial aid available according to need.
October 26, 2006
Bengal shines in dark season
Bob Fortuna,Plain Dealer Reporter
It's been a season full of valleys for Benedictine.
However, despite its 1-8 record and the reality of not making the Division III playoffs for the first time in head coach Art Bortnick's six seasons, there is a bright spot in that sophomore Anthony Urbania has emerged as the Bengals' premier running back.
The 6-0, 195-pound Wickliffe resident has gained 1,394 yards on 218 carries with 10 touchdowns. All that while missing Week 3 because of a hip pointer and battling shin splints early in the year.
"We thought [Anthony] could play that game [against Euclid], but as game time approached we realized he was no-go," Bortnick said. "But by that Monday, he was practicing and was ready to go."
Excuses can be made for Benedictine's sub-par season. A young team, grueling schedule, etc., but Urbania doesn't want to hear it.
"We love playing that hard schedule," said Urbania, who runs a 4.4-second in the 40-yard dash. "The coaches have done a great job getting us prepared for each game and that's the main reason I chose to come to Benedictine. The coaches here are great, but we've made too many mental mistakes. That's our fault, not the coaches'."
Bortnick has savored Urbania's maturity as an all-around rusher. As the weeks progressed, Urbania has become more than a north-south style of runner.
"Anthony is beginning to show qualities that good runners have," Bortnick said. "He's always had the speed and strength of a power runner, but he's now showing cutback ability. And he's such a tough kid."
His toughness could expand his role in future seasons. Urbania, who has taken over the punting chores, could see action at inside linebacker or free safety his junior year.
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Congrats to BHS Junior
Brandon White for Bowling
Two Perfect Games
First time ever for high schooler
Way to knock 'em down Brandon!!
For complete PD story, click here
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August 21, 2006
Coaching Legend Calls Timeout
Read complete Column from the Cleveland Plain Dealer
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August 5, 2006
Bossu taking a break:
Longtime Benedictine football and baseball coach Augie Bossu, 90, has decided not to coach the Bengals' freshman football squad this season because of health reasons.
"I have some physical problems and I am under care," said Bossu, who was Ohio's winningest football coach when he stepped down as the Bengals' varsity coach in baseball and football in 1994. Bossu's "retirement" was short, as later that year he became the Bengals' freshman football coach, a position he held until this season.
Frank Bossu, a 1967 Benedictine grad and Augie's eldest son, is returning to his alma mater to take over as the freshman football coach.
From 1955-93, Augie Bossu compiled a 275-109-15 varsity football record at Benedictine, including four state championships. He is one of the few men to coach football in seven decades, as he began coaching in the 1940s. His overall varsity record is 310-130-20. He compiled 681 baseball victories.
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July 13, 2006
Benedictine's Russo Brothers debut latest Hollywood Production
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January 29, 2006
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January 27, 2006
Benedictine Student Rock Band "Frequency"
appears on cover of
"Friday Magazine"
and onstage at Rock Competition
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