Mendel High School Alumni Association: 2025 Legacy Award

December 23, 2024

The Mendel High School Alumni Association is proud to announce the 2025 Legacy Award. This award celebrates the achievements of immediate descendants of Mendel Catholic High School alumni and supports their continued education. Eligibility Requirements: Award Details: How to Apply: Verification: Applicants must sign and date the form to confirm that the provided information is accurate. Don’t miss this opportunity

A Warm and Festive Gathering for the Mendel Family

December 16, 2024

As the holiday lights sparkled and the spirit of the season filled the air, members of the Mendel Alumni Association reunited to share laughter, stories, and friendship at the 2024 Christmas R.O.M.E.O. (Random Old Monarchs Eating Out). On Thursday, December 12, 2024, Monarchs from across the decades gathered at The Original Pancake House in Orland Park—graciously hosted by the family

Gregor Mendel Science & Technology Award at St. Rita Recap

December 16, 2024

On Wednesday, December 4, 2024, on behalf of the Mendel Alumni Association,Andy Youpel presented two $500 Gregor Mendel Science & Technology Awards to St. Rita High School juniors Thomas Healy and Joseph Katalinic in recognition of their outstanding accomplishments in Science and Technology. Congratulations to Joseph and Tom! Their names have been added to the Gregor Mendel Science & Technology

Support the Legacy: Join the First Gregor Mendel Annual Appeal!

November 25, 2024

TO ALL MENDEL MONARCHS One Week Into the First Gregor Mendel Annual Appeal! Thank you to everyone who has donated to the First Gregor Mendel Annual Appeal. While we have a long way to go to reach our goal of $15,000 during the 37 days of the Appeal before December 19, 2024, we are off to a good start. Donations

ROMEOs Gather for a Special Mendel Alumni Lunch

November 18, 2024

On November 13, 2024, a group of Mendel alumni affectionately known as the “ROMEOs” (Random Old Monarchs Eating Out) met at Beggars Pizza in Blue Island, Illinois, for a day of camaraderie and connection. This special gathering brought together proud alumni: The ROMEOs tradition exemplifies the enduring bonds of the Mendel community, showcasing the pride and joy of reconnecting with

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Jerry Buttimer selected for St. Ambrose University Athletic Hall of Fame

August 10, 2024

Jerry Buttimer, Class of 1968, was selected for the St. Ambrose University Athletic Hall of Fame.St. Ambrose University announced that Jerry Buttimer has been selected for their Athletic Hall of Fame.Jerry was a Boston Marathon qualifier and shattered several school records. He crushedthe five-mile cross-country record in 1970 by nearly 45 seconds at the George Wyth RoadRace, finishing in a

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“MEN OF MENDEL” AUTOGRAPHED BY LAUREN CHOUINARD (70)

April 30, 2024

“THE UNIVERSITY OF CHICAGO-A HISTORY” AUTOGRAPHED BY JOHN BOYER

April 30, 2024

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