ALUMNI NEWPORTIAN NEWS

A PUBLICATION OF

NEWPORT HIGH SCHOOL ALUMNI & ASSOCIATES, INC.

VOLUME 15-2                             FEBRUARY 2005

 

 

The Board of Directors will be publishing excerpts from the Newsletter on the web site. It was decided to publish only information without person’s names and telephone numbers.

 

That means if you wish to read the Class Notes which publishes your Class Representative and his/ her phone number, you must join the Newport High School Alumni and Associates.

 

The Newsletter is published four times each year and mailed to current members. Membership Dues is $5.00 per year and our fiscal year is from October 1st through September 30th each year.

 

A Membership Application is contained in this printing.

 

We need the support of all for the Scholarship Fund to support the students of Newport High. Our budget has $15,500. 00 included for Incentives and Scholarship for 2004-2005.

 

Give us your feed back if you would like for us to continue putting this information on the web site.

 

Don’t forget to join and send in your dues. Make check payable to NHSA&A, Inc. and mail to PO Box 75129, Ft. Thomas KY. 41075-0129.

 

 

 

 

MEMBERSHIP & BOARD MEETINGS

 

BOARD MEETING JANUARY 13, 2005

MEMBERSHIP MEETING FEBRUARY 17, 2005

 

REUNIONS IN 2004

CLASS DATE              FOR INFORMATION CALL       PHONE

1959    planning           Ted Dansbury                          859-442-7740

1970    planning           Charlie Frye                              513-200-8799

1975    planning           Deeann Bonar Boswell             859-441-3039

            NOTE: Please list your reunions with the Alumni.

 

WHERE WE STOOD AND WHERE WE STAND

            In 1988, Luella Schroeder had the idea to help graduating seniors continue to college. She contacted Margaret Smith Burke and the two of them proposed that an endowment fund be established as well as other donations that would be designated for scholarships and student incentives. Gloria Shay and Wilbert Riehemann were contacted and the four of them prepared the first set of Bylaws. The initial board of directors was Luella Schroeder, Robert Schindler, and Wilbert Riehemann. In June of 1989, these three applied to the Secretary of State office for incorporation. The purpose was to start an endowment fund and give scholarships and incentives to the students. This was granted. The next step was to apply for a 501(c)(3) determinations from the IRS to allow donations to charitable organizations be included in itemized deductions. This was also granted.

            By October1, 1999, the financial records reported $8,533.99 in the endowment fund. Five years later the endowment fund contains $37,561.22. We are averaging about 18 scholarships each year and sufficient incentive funds to encourage good morale among the students. We on the board realize this would not be possible without all of our membership donations. We started with an idea, and with your help, the idea grew and grew and grew. But, we still have a long way to make the endowment fund self sustaining we thank all of you, for your donations, hard work and spiritual support... Some day we will be there.

 

 

George Gore, President

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

OUR NEXT MEETING

            Our next Board meeting is January 13, 2005 in the teacher’s lounge of the Newport High School. All members are welcome. Come get involved with the organization. Join in with the fun.

            Our next Membership dessert meeting is February 17, 2005 at the Newport Middle School. At this meeting we will have Scott Draud, principal of NHS as the speaker. We need younger persons to join in the activities. The organization needs your help. It is very pleasurable to see what your efforts can do.

 

ALL CLASS REUNION DINNER DANCE & INSTALLATION

            The All Class Reunion Dinner Dance and Installation was a great success with 151 persons attending. With some nice donations we were able to report a profit of $393.50. Without these donations we would have made $93.50 or $.62perperson attending. We try to provide a nice evening out at a minimum cost. Some we not happy about the food, but the Coconut Grove has promised to do better the next time. Remember the date, September 18, 2005. Lois Gore and Bettie Root Hesch were awarded a Life Membership for their service to the Alumni. Charlet Hiteman Schrader was awarded a Certificate of Appreciation for her continued support of the Alumni.

 

PATRON FUND

            This is a way you can show your appreciation for the education you received from Newport High School. Your contribution adds to the majority of funds raised for scholarships given each year. We can help others not as fortunate as us to help their dreams come true. Many thanks to all. The Patrons ad raises much of this fund for the scholarships and incentives. WE hope to raise enough to meet our budget of $15,500.00 for scholarships and incentives. Many thanks also to Mary Lou Schmidt for all her hard work to raise these funds for schlorship's.

SCHOLARSHIPS AWARDED

            The Scholarship Committee led by Lois Gore and the Executive Committee are working on the scholarship forms to be distributed at the school. Selection for scholarships to be presented in May 2005.

 

2004-2005 BUDGET APPROVED

            At the last membership meeting held November 18, 2004, the budget for 2004-2005 was submitted and approved. The operating expenses are projected to be $4375.00 and the Scholarship / Incentives fund is $15,500.00. The operating expenses include all printing and mailing cost of the Newsletter.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED

            Volunteers to serve on committees. We need you to make the organization prosper and grow. This is a good way to see what the membership is doing for the students of Newport High and see how the students appreciate what we are doing. Ask anyone who has helped serve Ice cream at the school or worked collating a newsletter and installing mailing labels. Mary Lou can always use help getting out the Patron Ad mailing.

 

CLASS REPRESENTATIVES

            Did you graduate in any of the following classes? We are missing representatives for the classes of 1971,1973, 1981, 1984, 1988, 1989, 1990, 1991, 1992, 1993, 1996,1998,1999, and 2001, 2002, If one of the above classes include your graduating class, please consider calling Mary Lou Schmidt to volunteer to serve 859-441-1530. This is a good way to keep informed of your classmates.

 

INQUIRIES FOR CLASS REUNIONS

            At times graduates try to find out if the class is going to have a reunion. Sometimes they call the High School or the Board of Education. These calls are usually referred to the Alumni. If you do not keep us informed of your plans, we can not help the individuals. We are trying to post reunions and get-togethers in the Newsletter. Just let us know and we will list your reunion or get-together in the section with all the other reunions or get-togethers planned.

 

MEMBERSHIP OCTOBER 1, 2004-SEPTEMBER 30, 2005

            Mary Lou is soliciting membership for this fiscal year. Your Five dollars is a small amount to ask. Life time membership is $150.00. You may want to consider this. Don’t forget the Endowment and Scholarship funds. We had over 1142 members and 22 deceased members for the year ending September 2004

 

 

AFTER PROM AT NEWPORT HIGH SCHOOL

            Many thanks to Bill Brinkmann Chairman for the Ice Cream Booth for the After Prom Party. He and his committee did a great job and his daughter, Nancy Bay has consented to return again next year as chairperson. If you would like to help, call 859-781-1441. A Night at the Races will be held by the After Prom Committee on February 5, 2005 from 8 pm to 12 am, at the Southgate VFW, 6 Electric Ave., Plenty of food, cheer,, and a good time to be had by all.

 

 

 

 

 

 

YOUR CLASS REPS NEED TO REPORT

            To provide the information our readers want to know, our Class Reps need to provide the information to the editor. Many people inquire why they have no news from your class. The only answer I can give, “If you give me news, I will try to include it in the Newsletter.” Most grads not only want to be informed of deceased classmates, but also would like to hear from classmates including information of people they do not see often. Shut-in’s would appreciate hearing of your health problems, travel, or other items of interest. Send a card or phone call while they are recuperating. If you have any information you would like to share with your class or friends, contact me direct at Bob Hesch, 21 Audubon Place, Ft. Thomas, KY 41075 or phone 859-441-0695. My E- mail address is RLHESCH@FUSE.NET.

 

NEWPORT HIGH SCHOOL MEMORIES

            The Newport High School Alumni has elected to store it’s collection of Newport High School yearbooks, photos and other memorabilia at the Campbell County Historical Society in the Courthouse at, Alexandria KY... with the understanding that the collection may be removed for our annual installation meeting. This is a great resource for anyone looking for information on family members that attended Newport High School. Yearbooks start in 1911 and contain tons of great photos you will want to see. This is available to you. Check times the Historical Society is open.

            Anyone wanting to add to this collection may do so by contacting the Newport High School Alumni Association, P O Box 75129, Ft. Thomas KY 41075 or Phone 859-441-0695.

            The following years are missing and we would like to have a complete set if possible. We need the following years: 1920, 1974, 1975, 1977 through 1979, and 1987 through 1995.

 

NEWPORT HIGH SCHOOL BOOSTER CLUB

            The mission of the Newport High School Boosters Club otherwise known as Newport Pep Team (NPT) shall be to encourage, maintain, and further the participation of parents, teachers, alumni, and other adults of the community in the support of Newport High School. NPT’s purpose is to promote sports, clubs, and school sprit at Newport High School. We are committed to promoting the proper ideals of sportsmanship, ethical conduct and fair play. We support the high standards of good citizenship and propriety, along with regard for the rights of others.

            To join, you must be 18 years of age and not attending Newport High School. For information phone 859-442-9897 Membership is $5.00 per yr. The mailing address is PO Box 1803, Newport KY 41072-1803.

            This is a separate organization with no connection with the Newport High School Alumni and Associates, Inc. We do think it is an organization with a purpose and good for the students. Many of the Alumni have joined.

 

 

 

DESIGNATED GIFTS BEQUEATHS AND WILLS

            As you know our organization is a non profit corporation, recognized as a 501 C3 organization by the US Internal Revenue Department and as such any designated gifts, bequeaths or provisions in a will are TAX DEDUCTIBLE. Your attorney can explain the arrangements necessary. If you need any support from the Alumni Association, I am sure we can obtain the necessary information.

 

HELEN L. SNYDER RECHTIN

            Helen Snyder Rechtin, age 80, passed away November 24, 2004, at St. Luke hospital. She was a retired secretary from the Licking Valley Girl Scouts, and a member of St john’s United church of Christ, Past President of Newport High School Alumni & Associates. ST John’s SWANNA, Bellevue Vet’s, American Legion Cincinnati, and was a WAVE in World War II. Her husband, Camillus G. Rectin preceded her in death. Survivors include a step son, David Rechtin; stepdaughters Delores Meyers and Donna Ramsey; a brother Charles Rechtin; Three Step grandchildren and Three Step great grandchildren. Our deepest condolences to her many friends and family.

 

KEN FIELDS

Newport’s school community was shaken by the death of long time school board member Ken Fields, whose commitment and unpretentious nature made him a beloved figure. His commitments in life were to God and his family and to the Newport School system. Mr. Fields server 33 years on the Newport School Board. Survivors include a daughter Cathy Wecker and sons Steve, Gary, and Douglas Fields. He is also survived by two brothers James and William Fields and 13 grandchildren. His wife Joann died in 1988 and a son Greg in 2002. Our deepest sympathy to his family and friends.

 

HELYN MAE BATHIANY HEHL

In the past year Helyn Mae Bathiany Hehl inspired everyone who knew her. Helyn had cancer since 1998, but the doctors gave her only a few weeks to live a year ago. On October 20, 2004 Helen passed away at home. She did Volunteer work for numerous organizations, including Brighton Center, youth Haven Guild, the girl Scouts and St. Luke Hospital. Also she was a member Campbell County Democratic Club and ST. Catherine Mothers Club. Survivors include former Campbell County District C Judge Lambert Heal Jr.; two daughters Barb Koeler and Susan Synder; a brother Bert Barhiany III: four grandchildren and six great grandchildren. Our deepest sympathy to Lambert, his family and friends.

 

GARNET ESTRO MICHAELS

            Garnet Estro Michaels is the oldest active member of the NHS Alumni, being a member since 1992. Garnet graduated in 1923, 81 years ago. Many thanks for her support all these years