Rachel Eckart (Class of 2002) graduated in December of 2008 from SWIC. Rachel earned an Associate in Office Administration and Technology. She is currently employed in the Waterloo School District 5 in the superintendent's office as an administrative assistant.
Matthew Eckart (Class of 1995) and his wife Jennifer proudly announce the birth of their daughter Lauren Marie. Lauren was born on March 13, 2009.
Alicia Eckart (Class of 1999) graduated from SIU Carbondale on May 10, 2008. Alicia earned a Bachelor's of Science in Dental Hygiene.
Joseph Mueller (Teacher 1967, 1968-1969) taught Grades 5-8 at St. John's. Joseph retired from teaching in 1994. Currently, he enjoys doing volunteer work at St. Elizabeth's Hospital. He would love to hear from students from his teaching years at SJB! He can be contacted at haas820@aol.com.
Carrie Moeller Schlesinger (Class of 1989) and her husband, Waylon, proudly welcome he birth of their son, Brayden William. Brayden was born on Oct 27, 2008.
Katelyn Sutterer and Mathew Mehring (Class of 2005), Seniors at Red Bud High School, received awards at the annual 2008 fall sports banquet. Katelyn received the volleyball Coach's Award. Mathew was the recipient of football awards for MVP, Best Defensive Player & Mr. Intensity.
Kathryn Zimmer (Class of 2005) is the recipient of the Dean's Scholarship Award to attend SIU Carbondale for 2009 fall semester. The Dean's Scholarship is based on academic achievement and potential for superior achievement in college. Kathryn has also been named an Illinois State Scholar.
Katelyn Sutterer (Class of 2005) has been awarded a Regional Achievement Award and the Foundation Leadership Scholarship to attend Southeast Missouri State University for the 2009-2010 aceademic year. Katelyn's awards were based upon academics and demonstrated leadership, involvement and scholarship.
Mindy Biethman (Class of 1999) submitted the following to the Alumni Buzz in August of 2008: I graduated in May 2008 from Maryville University with my Masters Degree as an Occupational Therapist. I just gave my final presentation about children with Autism in July 2008. I am presently waiting to receive a letter that will tell me when I am eligible to take my State Boards Exam. I have a job interview at Missouri Baptist Hospital this Wed. and just recently did an on line job interview this week at St. Luke's Hospital. I currently completed field work at Ranken Jordan Children's Rehab Hospital in St. Louis, MO. I babysit for a 2 yr, old foster child during the week and also work in the nursery on Sunday mornings and evenings as an Aide at the Presbyterian Church in Chesterfield, MO. I also babysit regularly for other children who's parents attend the same church. I have made many friends and acquaintances there. I have enjoyed attending the Maryville University School in Chesterfield, MO and feel that the education I received at St. John's Catholic School and Gibault Catholic High School has helped me tremendously. I love the field that I have chosen and truly enjoy working with children. Thanks to all the staff at St. John's for the great education I received and for your devotion and encouragement.
Sincerely, Mindy Biethman
Laura Moll Murray (Class of 1991) and her husband, Chris, are proud to announce the birth of their second daughter, Maria Mae. Maria was born on November 20, 2008. Maria joins her three year old big sister, Stella.
Judy Fruth (Class of 1982) and John Long became husband and wife on October 17, 2008. The ceremony was held at The Falls in Columbia, IL.
Neil Gross, Amber Kueker, Patrick Ratz and Kathryn Zimmer (Class of 2005) were named as Illinois State Scholars for the 2008-2009 school year. All attend Red Bud High School. Neil Gross was also honored as the December 2008 Student of the Month.
