With heavy hearts, we share the news that Cyrenius Menard '21 passed away this morning. His smile lit up the room, his positive attitude was infectious and he was a pleasure to be around, a true Vir Fidelis. Please keep his family, including brother Kesnel '08, in your prayers.
It is with deep sadness and heavy hearts that we share the heartbreaking news of the passing of one of our own, Rocco Rodden.
Rocco, a junior at SJR, left us in the early hours of Thanksgiving morning. Our thoughts and prayers are with Rocco's family and friends.
The entire SJR community extends its prayers to our brothers at Bergen Catholic and the family of Kyle Egan '20, who tragically passed away after a battle with cancer.
Rest in peace and know that your spirit unites a greater brotherhood.
🏈🚨: We are pleased to introduce Daniel Marangi as the new head coach for
@SJRFB
.
“I am thrilled to be entrusted with fostering the mission of St. Joe’s, to build the Vir Fidelis. Everything that we do on the field is directly related to that."
📰:
Congrats to another SJR alum headed to the Super Bowl! K'Waun Williams '10 (
#24
) had 7 tackles & strip sack for the
@49ers
tonight! A Green Knight will play in fourth consecutive Super Bowl next month👀
#WeAreSJR
With great sadness, we report the passing of Mr. Brian Hoffman, our Director of Technology, after a battle with cancer. Please keep Mr. Hoffman's family in your prayers. More information will be posted on when it becomes available.
#RIP
"I can do all things through Him who strengthens me." -Philippians 4:13
Our boys exemplify the true meaning of brotherhood, supporting each other through thick and thin, as the scriptures teach us. Their unwavering support for one another are the pillars of the SJR community.
1 of 2: Augie Hoffmann '99 has joined the
@RFootball
coaching staff. He had led
@SJRFB
to 2 state titles in 6 seasons.
“I am forever grateful for all that SJR has given me, especially, the ability to positively impact the lives of young men.” 🔗:
NEWS: Tony Karcich to retire as Director of Athletics. "No one has represented our school better or served our students with greater passion and integrity than he has,” said President Barry Donnelly '71. Full story:
#WeAreSJR
🐐
Keep the
@BergenCatholic
community and family of Jack McGovern in your prayers. McGovern passed away earlier this week. He was the long-time Athletic Director at the school, seen here speaking last year at SJR. Rest in Peace.
Congratulations to Mr. Coppola who is retiring after 18 years of service. During his tenure, he has taught theology, history and a variety of business and marketing courses. His engaging style and accessibility to students have made him a favorite over the years. Congrats!
1 of 2: Saddened to report the passing of Mr. Frank DeVito - former teacher, coach, moderator & parent who impacted the lives of thousands of Green Knights during his 35+ years at SJR. Rest in peace.
🥇
Jimmy Mullen '23 became first freshman ever to win the heavyweight title in the NJ state wrestling championships tonight. He is one of a school-record seven medalists.
📸: Danielle Parhizkaran/
@northjersey
JUST IN: President Barry Donnelly '71 plans to retire in June after 43 years at SJR. “It has been an honor and a privilege to serve a place that has been my home for the better part of my life. I will certainly miss it." Read More:
#WeAreSJR
Congrats
@LukeWypler
'20, ⭐⭐⭐⭐ recruit to
@OhioState
who spent entire junior year on Honor Roll/Principal's List. Yesterday, he was presented his
@AABonNBC
All-American jersey. Get the W today vs. BC, good luck to
@SJRFB
!
Words by
@connorgrieco19
: Most everyone's first day of high school is scary, but mine wasn’t. By the first few weeks of school, I had 125 brothers and, by the end of the school year, I had more than 500! Full Story:
#WeAreSJR
🥇 to Sammy Alvarez '19, who captured to state title and was named Most Outstanding Wrestler at the
@NJSIAA
Championships! Great pic
@VarsityAces
Full Story:
#WeAreSJR
Deeply saddened to report the passing of Peter Holzknecht '13 after a battle with Covid-19. Pete was beloved during his time at SJR, behind the camera at WSJR, editing for the Aegis yearbook or behind the scenes with the
@SJRTheater1
program.
More:
A very happy birthday to a pair of SJR legends who (kind of) share a set of initials. Happy Birthday 🎂 to Coach Tony Karcich and Mr. Tom Krenn, our Dir. of Guidance!
#WeAreSJR
BREAKING: SJR has hired Damion Logan '96 (left, w/ Brian Sidle ‘18) as its new Director of Athletics. "Logan impressed our committee with the breadth of his experience in business, education and athletics.” Full Release:
#WeAreSJR
@VarsityAces
🙌 Student of the Week Liam Mitchell '21 🙌
➡️1 of 25 students nationally inducted to the Scholar-Athlete Hall of Fame (
@AmericanRivalry
)
➡️ NHS & French NHS
➡️ Toys for Tots volunteer
➡️ 1st Team All League 🏈
➡️ Early Decision to
@Middlebury
Read More:
Congratulations to
@SJRFB
- a tremendous season, a game for the ages and an incredible story of brotherhood and family! Great to see so many students, families and alumni celebrate together in the 🌧
#WeAreSJR
#SJRFamily
#19in18
There were so many stories to tell about
@SJRFB
's championship win, that it's 1:39 a.m. and
@JJ_Conrad
and I are just leaving MetLife.
Here's the story of a championship 20 years in the making and two anecdotes that define love, loss, pride & commitment:
Today, take a moment to remember those who have fallen on the front lines for our freedom. While the "front lines" has taken on a new meaning recently, their sacrifice remains the same.
#MemorialDay
S/O to Student of the Week
@jyoffee_61
who earned the
@AmericanRivalry
Award w/ highest GPA on the 🏈 team. He is a member of the NHS & Spanish NHS and a writer for The Guardian 📰. A 3rd team All-State lineman, he helped team capture state title and
#1
ranking in NJ.
#WeAreSJR
Happy Decision Day! Congrats to all of our Green Knights as they embark on the next chapter and thank you to Ryan Neumann '11 (
@holy_cross
'15) for imparting some young alumni wisdom!
#WeAreSJR
🦈! Congrats to
@Harvard
-bound SOTW Gavin Sharkey '19, who earned first trip to Principal's Breakfast 🥓 after two straight Honor Roll appearances, stepping up in 3rd MP.
#WeAreSJR
As acceptances continue to roll in, we're proud to highlight some of the incredible outcomes for our
#SJRClassOf2020
. The future is bright as they take their pick from any number of top colleges and universities nationwide. Full List:
#WeAreSJR
Huge tournament for Matt Turner '12, proud to watch him soar and
@USMNT
to the 🏆! 5 clean sheets in 6 starts, played every minute of every game.
#GoldCupChamps
Congrats Kyle Clark ‘18, our most recent
#StudentOfTheWeek
! Clark was named
@NYIslanders
Comeback Athlete of the Month. He also earned the Eisenhower Leadership Award at
#WestPoint
. Clark returned as senior captain on the 🏈 team after tearing his ACL/MCL in 2016.
#WeAreSJR
Welcome to our future Green Knights!
Mr. Hoffmann and our Knight Ambassadors surprised newly admitted students with acceptance letters after school today. Congrats to all!
#SJR2023
#WeAreSJR
#SJRBrotherhood
Last night, 170 Green Knights slept outside to raise awareness & funds for homeless teens. It marked the largest Sleep Out in the United States + through online pledges, the event generated more than $70,000!
#WeAreSJR
SJR extends the warmest of welcomes to our new Director of Athletics, Reggie Sainte-Rose '92 and Associate AD, Garrett O'Donnell '07. 👀 their message on the SJR YouTube Channel. 💛 💚
#virfidelis
#welcomehome
Proud to recognize our first Student of the Week: Brayden Kelly '20. Kelly achieved Eagle Scout while balancing his duties as SR class president and TE for
@SJRFB
. He was recently installed as a Eucharistic Minister & spent a week this summer volunteering at
@MBCEsopus
#WeAreSJR
Congrats to our
@SIFMAFoundation
Stock Market Game Champs (2nd in 🇺🇸 North Region) who received their honors at Exchange Place in Jersey City today. The group managed their investments at a 25.9% higher than S&P average in the year-long game.
#2018SMGAWARDS
#WeAreSJR
Congratulations to the SJR Class of 2025! Your journey to becoming a Green Knight and Vir Fidelis begins now. Take a picture with your acceptance and tag
#SJRClassof25
to be featured on our social channels as well as receive 10% at the SJR Armory. Welcome to the Brotherhood!
Congrats to
@Headdturnerr
'12, Mike Doherty '82 &
@HowardCrossIII
'19 who were honored at the Y Awards last nite. Turner, goaltender for
@USMNT
/
@NERevolution
, spoke fondly of his time at SJR, highlighting our mission to develop the Vir Fidelis as he accepted his award.
#WeAreSJR
Saint Joseph Regional High School is proud to welcome Mr. Robert Fazio as our new President.
Mr. Fazio comes to St. Joe's with more than 40 years of experience as an educator and leader.
Full release and video message from Mr. Fazio to the SJR community:
Take a moment today and remember the sacrifice of those young soldiers who stormed the beaches of Normandy 75 years ago on June 6.
#DDay75thAnniversary
DYK Shane Stewart (
@Georgetown
) was one of 12 seniors to join their father as graduates this July? Each legacy father met his son on stage at Commencement to welcome him to the alumni ranks. More:
#WeAreSJR
A moving night for our students -
@CovenantHouse
Sleep Out with 117 participants raising $40K+ (yes!) to support homeless teens. The group slept outside in our courtyard, braving the cold to experience homelessness for one night. Back to class this morning!
#WeAreSJR
#chsleepout
We want to recognize 5 faculty members (one per day) who have announced their retirement. While Mr. Maniscalco ("Mr. Man") has only been at SJR a short time teaching math and physics, he is well-liked by his students for his friendly demeanor. We will miss him!
With great sadness, we share news of the passing of Asst.
@SJRFB
Coach Len Davis. Wake: Thu, 10/25 from 2-4 and 7-9pm. Funeral: Fri, 10/26 at 10am. All services at Holy Apostles Orthodox Church, Saddle Brook.
@VarsityAces
:
#WeAreSJR
#Family
Congrats to SOTW John Ohnegian '22, who exemplifies our mission to Think, Lead & Serve.
🧠 The Ramsey native has made Principal's List 9x in a row
🏆 He was the starting C for
@SJRFB
& played C for
@sjrbaseball
✝️ Ohnegian volunteers with the Hope for Children Research Foundation
All you need to know.
🎟: $5 for ALL (🚫 COMP)
🚧: Gates open 11:30
🚫: Backpacks🎒/Large Bags/Outside Drinks (inc. 🥤)
🚘: Arrive early, follow 🚓instruction. Add'l parking
@KPMG
🏢.
🔰: Students ➡️ main gate
DBP: Students ➡️ 🎾 gate
✝️: Pray for a great game!
Happy Mother's Day to all of our teachers, moms, grandmothers, alumni moms, volunteers, drivers, biggest fans, best friends and "always there for us" supporters.
#WeAreSJR
#MothersDay
It is with heavy hearts that we share the heartbreaking news of the passing of Deacon Joe Sisco. Deacon Joe was not only a beloved member of our faculty but also a shining example of faith and service within our community. Info on services will be posted on the SJR website.