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Rowan College of SJ Heading to National Championship Game Wednesday Night

Pictured holding 2023 National Championship Trophy Defending National Champions, L-R Coach Greg Chew, Head Coach Rob Valli and Gloucester City Grad Coach Austin Darrow DEPTFORD, NJ (May 28, 2024)(CNBNews)--Rowan College of South Jersey, located in Deptford, will enter the Junior College World Series Championship game in Auburn, NY, as the only unbeaten team left. Rowan will face the winner of the Dallas College Eastfield—Dallas College Richland game. The winner of this game will need to beat RCSJ twice to defeat the defending National Junior College Champions. RCSJ needed to win three games on Sunday, May 19, on their home field... Read more →


GCHS CHRISTMAS APPEAL

Gloucester Catholic's Annual Christmas Appeal will arrive in your homes shortly. Be among the first to make an online donation to support Ram students and their families who need tuition assistance. Merry Christmas from Gloucester Catholic! Three Ways To Give! VENMO -- @gcramsgiving ONLINE -- CLICK HERE OR ON GRAPHIC TO MAKE ONLINE DONATION! TRADITIONAL MAIL Kindly make check payable to: Gloucester Catholic High School 333 Ridgeway Street Gloucester City, NJ 08030 Merry Christmas from Gloucester Catholic! Once a Ram... Always a Ram   Read more →


Gloucester Catholic Student Council Conducts Food Drive

As we gather around our tables this Thanksgiving season, I find myself reflecting on the many blessings that have enriched our community at Gloucester Catholic High School. It is with a grateful heart that I reach out to you, our cherished alumni and friends, who play an integral role in our school’s success and spirit. In the words of President John F. Kennedy, “As we express our gratitude, we must never forget that the highest appreciation is not to utter words, but to live by them.” These words resonate profoundly as I think about the incredible support and generosity you... Read more →


Join Us in Supporting GCHS Students at the 19th Annual Basket Auction!

Join Us in Supporting GCHS Students at the 19th Annual Basket Auction! Dear Alumni and Supporters, Thank you for your ongoing support of Gloucester Catholic High School (GCHS). Your generosity and commitment make a profound difference in the lives of our students, and we are so grateful to have you as part of our community. We’re excited to announce that our 19th Annual Basket Auction is coming up on Friday, April 4th, 2025, at the Sapphire Grand in Deptford, NJ! This event is our biggest fundraiser of the year, with 100% of the proceeds directly benefiting our students. With Black... Read more →


GCHS Donor Development Report Last Call

FINAL CALL!! Support Gloucester Catholic's Donor Development Campaign Ending Nov. 8th   Gloucester Catholic's Donor Development Report Campaign donations have reached 82% of our $40,000 goal. Won't you consider making an IMPACT donation? This is our FINAL CALL as the campaign ends Friday, November 8th, 2024 -- see details on ways to donate below and listen to message from Principal Thomas Iacovone (click below). Click Here to View Message from Principal Thomas Iacovone Please consider making an online donation to Gloucester Catholic's 2024 Donor Development Campaign to support Ram students and their families who need financial assistance for tuition. The... Read more →


GCHS Donor Development Campaign Ending on November 8

Support Gloucester Catholic's 2024 Donor Development Campaign Ending Nov. 8th!   Gloucester Catholic's Donor Development Report Campaign donations have reached 75% of our $40,000 goal. Won't you consider making an IMPACT donation? The campaign ends Friday, November 8th, 2024 -- see details on ways to donate below and listen to message from Principal Thomas Iacovone (click below). Click Here to View Message from Principal Thomas Iacovone Please consider making an online donation to Gloucester Catholic's 2024 Donor Development Campaign to support Ram students and their families who need financial assistance for tuition. The easiest way to make a donation is... Read more →


Gloucester Catholic Hall of Fame Accepting Nominations for 2025 Banquet

Gloucester Catholic Hall of Fame Now Accepting Nominations for 2025 Banquet!   Click on Image Below to Make Your Nominations! We are now accepting nominations for the 2025 Gloucester Catholic Hall of Fame through December 1, 2024. Alumni, parents, faculty, staff, administrators, and friends may make nominations. The 3rd Annual Hall of Fame Banquet will be held on April 15, 2025 at Sapphire Grand Ballroom, formerly Auletto's. Save the Date! The following are the categories of recognition: Arts & Academics - Alumni, teachers or friends of Gloucester Catholic High School who have distinguished themselves in the field of the arts... Read more →


Gloucester City Old Timers Meeting October 27; You're Invited

GLOUCESTER CITY, NJ (October 21, 2024)(CNBNews)--The annual gathering of Gloucester City's Old Timers will take place on Sunday, October 27th, from 2 to 5 p.m. at the Elizabeth Ballrooms, formerly known as the Highland Park Fire Hall. The venue is conveniently situated at the corner of Sylvan Ave. and Highland Blvd. The Old Timers Committee released the following statement: "We extend a warm invitation to all former male and female fans and athletes over the age of 50 to join us. It's an opportunity to reminisce and share your most cherished memories of playing on the gridiron and to recount... Read more →


KI Announces Third Annual Classroom Furniture Giveaway for K-12 Educators

KI is excited to announce its third annual Classroom Furniture Giveaway, offering K-12 teachers the opportunity to transform their learning environments. Four winners will each be awarded up to $40,000 worth of KI furniture of their choosing to turn their dream space into a reality. This year, the giveaway is open to all types of learning environments, including classrooms, libraries, makerspaces, esports labs, art or music rooms, and beyond. Three of these prizes will go to individual classrooms, while the fourth prize will fund a library or media center makeover. "We're thrilled to continue our Classroom Furniture Giveaway, offering educators... Read more →


Online Donations to Gloucester Catholic HS

Click on Cover Below to View Full Report!   Please consider making an online donation to Gloucester Catholic's 2024 Donor Development Campaign to support Ram students and their families who need financial assistance for tuition. The easiest way to make a donation is through Venmo or our secure online donation portal. See three easy ways to donate below: Three Ways to Give! VENMO -- @gcramsgiving ONLINE -- CLICK HERE TO MAKE ONLINE DONATION! TRADITIONAL MAIL Kindly make check payable to: Gloucester Catholic High School 333 Ridgeway Street Gloucester City, NJ 08030 Read more →


$300,000 Invested Into Repairs of GCHS's Main Entrance, Offices, Classrooms and Alumni Hall

Deacon Kevin Heil welcomes back students on the first day of school Greetings from Gloucester Catholic Gloucester Catholic is open for business and the halls are filled with many new Rams. The New Year always brings a feeling of excitement and new hope. This year is no exception! After a summer of hard work and labor we are proud to announce the reopening of the Main Entrance and Offices, first floor classrooms and Alumni Hall. Because of the generosity of our alumni and friends we were able to invest over $300,000 in capital improvements to our campus. As the school... Read more →


Christine McKenna Memorial Golf Outing September 21 at Ed Oliver Golf Club

The 6th Annual Christine McKenna Memorial Golf Outing will be held Saturday, September 21, 2024 at Ed Oliver Golf Club in Wilmington, DE. Mrs. McKenna was a beloved Gloucester Catholic educator who passed away in March 2018 following a tough battle with cancer. During the past five years, her family has raised over $47,000 in scholarship funds for Gloucester Catholic students. Golfer registration is $145 per golfer with the Lunch/Banquet-only fee of $45. Various sponsorship levels are available as well -- see flier for details. Venmo payments are also accepted. Golfer registrations and sponsorships may be sent to [email protected]. You... Read more →


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Funeral Services Held for Gaudreau Brothers; Suspect Charged with Death by Auto Denied Bail

UPDATED/CORRECTED MEDIA, PA--Funeral services were held on Monday, September 9 for Johnny and Matthew Gaudreau at St. Mary Magdalen Catholic Church, Media, PA. A video of the services provided by Global News appears below. “The fact that you are both together now in heaven gives me a little bit of comfort,” Meredith Gaudreau, John’s widow and the mother of their children, said while speaking to mourners at St. Mary Magdalen Catholic Church in Media, Pa. “Matty was so excited to play alongside his brother,” said Matthew’s widow, Madeline, who also spoke at the funeral. “They were attached at the hip.... Read more →


Johnny Hockey and Brother Matt Gaudreau Gone Too Soon; Silent Night of Rememberance

OLDMANS CREEK NJ(September 4, 2024)(CNBNews)--On Thursday, August 29th, Johnny and Mathew Gaudreau were tragically struck and killed by a man driving a Jeep vehicle while cycling in Oldmans Creek, Salem County. The two brothers, both alums of Gloucester Catholic, were renowned hockey players at the school and at Boston College before achieving stardom in professional hockey. On Friday, August 30, CNN reported that the Philadelphia Phillies held a moment of silence at Citizens Bank Park in Philadelphia to honor the Gaudreau brothers before their game against the Atlanta Braves. Fans of Major League Soccer’s Columbus Crew, Ohio State’s football team,... Read more →


More Information Released About Man Who Killed Gaudreau Brothers

On Sunday, September 1, NJ.com released a story that provided more information about the alleged drunk driver who hit brothers Johnny and Mathew Gaudreau with his vehicle. According to the article, the driver, Sean Higgins, 43, is a major in the New Jersey National Guard and is employed by the non-profit substance abuse company, Gaudenzia, headquartered in Pennsylvania. A military source confirmed his background to NJ Advance Media on Sunday. Johnny, 31, a star in the National Hockey League, and his brother Matthew, 29, who also played professional hockey, were riding their bicycles north on County Road 551 in Oldmans... Read more →


Gloucester Catholic Hockey Stars Johnny and Matt Gaudreau, Killed by Alleged Drunk Driver

William E. Cleary Sr. | CNBNews His wife, Meredith, shared this heartfelt photo on Instagram alongside a caption expressing her deep love and loss. She wrote, "Thank you for the best years of my life. Despite losing you, I am still the luckiest girl in the world to have been yours. I love you so, so much. You were perfect. Some days it felt too good to be true. I love every single thing about you. You are my forever, and I can’t wait to be with you again. I love you so much, forever and ever."" (more photos here)... Read more →


GCHS Christine McKenna Memorial Golf Outing Saturday, September 21

The 6th Annual Christine McKenna Memorial Golf Outing will be held Saturday, September 21, 2024 at Ed Oliver Golf Club in Wilmington, DE. Mrs. McKenna was a beloved Gloucester Catholic educator who passed away in March 2018 following a tough battle with cancer. During the past five years, her family has raised over $47,000 in scholarship funds for Gloucester Catholic students. Golfer registration is $145 per golfer with the Lunch/Banquet-only fee of $45. Various sponsorship levels are available as well -- see flier for details. Venmo payments are also accepted. Golfer registrations and sponsorships may be sent to [email protected]. You... Read more →


American Legion World Series Semi-Finals Begin Today at 4 PM

Meet the 2024 American Legion World Series semifinalists The American Legion AUG 19, 2024 The semifinals are set for the 2024 American Legion World Series after pool play concluded on Sunday. Troy (Ala.) Post 70 and League City (Tex.) Post 554 will represent the Stars Division; Midland (Mich.) Post 165 and Wilmington Delvets (Del.) Post 1 emerged from the Stripes Division. Here’s a look at the matchups for Monday’s semifinals and how the teams got there. Game 13: Midland (Mich.) Post 165 vs. League City (Tex.) Post 554, 4 p.m. ET (ESPNU) Midland (Mich.) Post 165 clinched first place in... Read more →


Car Chase Began in Deptford, As Thief Tried to Run His Baggy Pants Fell Down

Kathy Cleary | CNBNews Reporter GLOUCESTER CITY, NJ(August 18, 2024)(CNBNews)--On August 17, 2024, a high-speed car chase originating in Deptford came to a tumultuous end in Gloucester City as the driver of a stolen vehicle crashed into another vehicle in the 500 block of Morris Street. The stolen vehicle careened into the front of a home before grinding to a halt. Astonishingly, the car that was struck was occupied by a 24-year-old driver and two young children, aged 7 and 8, requiring immediate medical attention at a nearby hospital. photo credit Kathy Cleary A previous report mentioned that two children... Read more →


New Jersey’s Matt Turner Hoping for Turnaround in Fortunes This Soccer Season

When Matt Turner joined Arsenal in the summer of 2022, it was considered another giant leap forward for American soccer. Not only did the United States have another Premier League player to call its own, but one that would be plying his trade at one of the most prestigious clubs on the planet. Unfortunately, it didn’t quite work out for the New Jersey man in London, but a switch to Nottingham Forest in the summer of 2023 was expected to revitalize his career. The goalkeeper started the season as first choice for the Tricky Trees, but after being deposed by... Read more →


Brooklawn Baseball Drops Game Two of Regionals

HANDOVER, MD (August 9, 2024)(CNBNews)--The New Jersey State Champion representative in the Mid-Atlantic Regionals, Brooklawn American Legion Baseball, suffered an uncharacteristic 20-10 loss to Northeastern Pennsylvania in a weather-delayed game on Thursday night. The loss on Friday morning to Northeastern dropped Post 72 into the losers' bracket. Brooklawn is now holding a 1-1 record in regional play. Starting pitcher Jackson Smallets struggled from the first pitch, and before being relieved on the mound, he found himself and his teammates down 7-0 with only two outs. Smallets' pitching line was 7 runs, 2 hits, 3 walks, 2 hit batters, and 2... Read more →


Brooklawn Round 1 Winner In Mid-Atlantic Region

New Jersey 2024 State Champs HANDOVER, MD (August 7, 2024)(CNBNews)--Brooklawn American Legion Post 72, the New Jersey State Champions, are heading to the Mid Atlantic Regional in Hanover, Maryland for the next step towards Shelby, NC, and the Legion World Series. Brooklawn, the reigning Mid Atlantic Champions, opened play against Quakertown, PA, with a come-from-behind extra-inning 5-4 victory." Brooklawn's starting pitcher was down 4-0 in the 5th inning of a 7-inning game before being relieved by Nik Kalogiros. Then, the Brookers scored 3 runs in the 6th before tying the game in the 7th and final innings. Pitcher Salvatore Marziani... Read more →


Brooklawn Post 72 Advances to Championship Friday Night

UPDATED/CORRECTED WOOD-RIDGE, NJ--(JULY 24, 2024)(CNBNEWS)--Brooklawn Post 72 will play for the state title on Friday against Bordentown Post 26. The game will take place at Wood-Ridge and is scheduled to begin at 7:00 PM. Brooklawn previously won the title in 2023. If they win on Friday, it will mark their 32nd state title. SOURCE NEW JERSEY AMERICAN LEGION Read more →


Brooklawn American Legion headed to State Playoffs

BROOKLAWN, NJ (July 22, 2024)(CNBNews)--The Brooklawn Legion Baseball Team has headed north to defend their 2023 State Championship and their 31st State Title. The Dennis Barth Bulldogs have traveled the country from New Jersey to Nebraska to Georgia and all states in between to prep for this Tournament. This season, with fewer American Legion Teams, the annual Camden County American Legion District Playoffs was abandoned in favor of an eight-team state-wide tournament hosting eight of the top teams. On Sunday, the Brookers defeated Montgomery Superior 3-1 and followed that up with a Monday rainout and played Tuesday with a 3-0... Read more →


Since 2015 NJ Has Received Over 31,000 Unaccompanied Illegal Children

New Jersey received 7th most unaccompanied minors from border since fiscal 2015 By Bethany Blankley | The Center Square contributor (The Center Square) – New Jersey received the seventh greatest number of unaccompanied alien children, primarily arriving at the U.S.-Mexico border of 31,323 since fiscal 2015. The greatest numbers have consistently been sent to the most populous states of Texas, California and Florida. In fiscal 2015, the federal government began reporting UAC data through the Office of Refugee Resettlement (ORR), which is responsible for their care. ORR is housed within the U.S. Department of Health & Human Service's Office of... Read more →


Madeline M. Angelastro, age 86, Retired from Harrah's Casino, GCHS Alum Class of '56

Madeline M. Angelastro (nee Duff) of Egg Harbor Township, formally of Woodbury, passed away on June 15th, 2024 at the age of 86. Family Madeline is the only child of the late Walter and Madeline (nee McAuliffe) Duff, born on April 21st, 1938, in Philadelphia, Pa. Madeline grew up in National Park and attended Gloucester Catholic High School where she was named prom queen of the graduating class of 1956. While attending high school, Madeline was fortunate enough to meet the love of her life, the late Michael Angelastro (2010). The two married in 1958 and spent a loving 52... Read more →


Rams Alumni Graduate from Naval Academy

Congratulations to Matt Murphy '20 and Ethan Guldin '20 on their graduation from the United States Naval Academy last week. It's rare for two students from the same school to be accepted into one of our country's Service Academies, and even rarer for both of them to make it through. We are extremely proud of you both! #RamsForever @camdendiocese Read more →


How Strategies Enhance Executive Functioning Skills in Teenagers

Teaching teenagers can be difficult, as can educating them and their parents. However, the talents they acquire during these important periods will be helpful to them throughout their lives. One significant set of skills is executive functioning, which includes abilities like planning, organization, time management, self-regulation, and problem-solving. These skills help teens manage their thoughts, actions, and emotions to achieve goals, succeed in school, and build strong relationships. Many strategies enhance executive functioning skills in teenagers, providing actionable insights and practical tips to guide them toward success, independence, and a bright future. What are Executive Functioning Skills? Executive functioning skills... Read more →


GCHS Alum Dianne Nolan, former Gloucester City Resident,Receives Joe Lapchick Character Award

NEW YORK, N.Y. – Former Fairfield University Women's Basketball Head Coach Dianne Nolan was one of four recipients of the Joe Lapchick Character Award given annually to individuals who demonstrated Lapchick-like characteristics. Among those values are commitment to excellence, integrity, inspiration, leadership, legendary, courage, trustworthiness, and confidence. Nolan was an instrumental figure in the development of the Fairfield Women's Basketball program. She led the Stags for 28 years, including the program's transition to the Division I stage. During her Fairfield career, she amassed 456 victories, including three Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference (MAAC) Championships and four NCAA Tournament appearances. She was... Read more →


CNBNews HS Sports: Gloucester City Teams Playing Great Ball

South Jersey Baseball Champions On Saturday, June 1st, Gloucester Catholic's baseball team scored a run with the bases loaded when a batter was hit by a pitch in the bottom of the sixth inning, tying the game 1-1. In the bottom of the 7th inning, the Rams secured the win with a hit-by-pitch followed by a double by Jack Mastaro. Final: Gloucester Catholic -2 Bishop Eustace -1 ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ South Jersey Softball Champions GLOUCESTER CITY, NJ (JUNE 1, 2024)--Today at the Johnson Blvd Field, Gloucester High and Haddon Heights competed for the South Jersey Group 2 Championship title. The Lions secured... Read more →


LETTERS TO THE EDITOR:

True or False: Before GHS Lions it was GHS Buccaneers

In 1966, I witnessed janitors at Mary Ethel Costello filling up a pickup truck with items they were clearing out of the old gym. One of the janitors mentioned dumping the items in the landfill behind Gloucester High School, where the JV baseball field used to be (now the varsity softball field). Intrigued, I rode my bike to the dump after school and started sifting through the discarded items, finding what I considered to be treasures. One of the items I found is attached. It's a piece that I initially thought was a mistake since our school's mascot was the... Read more →


Rowan College of South Jersey To defend National Championship

Rowan college of South Jersey, in Deptford Twp the number one ranked team in the country and defending World Series champions, Hosted the region 19 Junior college baseball playoffs this past weekend. Entering the weekend as the number one ranked team in the country and the number one seed in the region, the Roadrunners were upset in the first round by number 4 seed Northampton junior college of Pennsylvania The Roadrunners were now forced to win three games over the weekend. The Double elimination tournament was to continue on Saturday, but the weather had different ideas. With a rainy Saturday... Read more →


Gloucester Catholic's Senior, Isabella Teti Receives Over $1.3 Million in Scholarship Offers

Bella Teti GLOUCESTER CITY, NJ (April 21, 2024)--Bella Teti, a senior at Gloucester Catholic, has received over $1.3 million in scholarship offers from 13 universities and colleges. According to the winter-spring edition of RAMBLINGS, she also received the prestigious Christian Brothership scholarship from LaSalle University, which covers full tuition for all four years. Teti is an all-around student-athlete. She is a cheerleader and also plays varsity softball and volleyball. She was recently inducted into the National Honor Society. The clipping below is from the winter/spring edition of Ramblings, the school's newspaper. Read more →


GCHS Rams Basketball Coach Marks 700th Victory

photo provided GLOUCESTER CITY, NJ (APRIL 18, 2024)(CNBNews)--The Lady Rams proved their mettle on February 1, 2024, with a decisive win over Pitman in a Tri-County Conference game, earning their coach Lisa Angelotti Gedaka her 700th victory. Ram player Lisa Angeolloti with Monsignor Edward Lucitt, pastor of St. Mary's parish. As he was affectionately called, Big Ed was a big fan of the school's sports teams. Lisa's legendary status as the most accomplished girls' basketball coach in South Jersey's history and the eighth coach in the state to reach this milestone is a testament to her unwavering determination and exceptional... Read more →


GCHS ALUMNI NEWS: Honoring the 1997-98 Gloucester Catholic Boys' Basketball Team

RAMBLINGS photo GLOUCESTER CITY, NJ (April 16, 2024)(CNBNews)--The 1997-98 Gloucester Catholic Boys' Basketball team was highlighted in the Alumni section of the winter-spring issue of the RAMBLINGS. That season, the Rams dominated the Tri-County Royal Division and finished as the 15th-ranked team in South Jersey according to the final rankings by Courier Post. Their impressive record of outscoring their opponents by nearly 12 points per game is the 10th highest point difference in the program's history. There's no denying that this team was a force to be reckoned with, and their achievements speak for themselves. The coach of the team... Read more →


LIGHT IT UP BLUE” OR RED? 

John Driscoll | Special to CNBNews “The Debate between Autism Awareness’ Blue Identity and Autism Acceptance’s Red Identity. (Historically, Autism Awareness has been associated with Blue Lighting and Autism Acceptance with Red.) Can I accept something that I am not aware of? In 1988 President Ronald Reagan issued the first Presidential Proclamation declaring April as Autism Awareness Month. Around that time there was a shift in economic “policies” regarding funding for care for persons with disabilities. Many of the government-operated institutions began to shut down and many school districts began offering greater services for children with disabilities. Programs like “early... Read more →


Camden County Hero Scholarship Fund’s 2024 Scholarship Program, Application Deadline April 15

Attention: High School Seniors – Application Deadline April 15th! 3 - $2,000 Scholarships will be awarded to a graduating high school senior – who has a parent, or they themselves serve, in Law Enforcement, Fire Service or EMS Service. 1 - $1,500 Chief Gary Cline Memorial Scholarship – This scholarship will be awarded to a student pursing a career in Law Enforcement 1 - $1,500 Chief Gene Dannenfelser Memorial Scholarship – This scholarship will be awarded to a student pursing a career in the Fire Service 1 - $1,000 Corporal Christopher Milito Scholarship – This scholarship will be awarded to... Read more →


GCHS Philanthropy Campaign Just $40,000 From Goal

Gloucester Catholic's Philanthropy Campaign 2024: New Leadership Gifts Received! We Have Reached $160,000 Toward Our $200,000 Goal! GCHS is pleased to announce we have received 10 Leadership Gifts of $5,000 or more to Gloucester Catholic's Philanthropy Campaign 2024, which assists students and families needing tuition assistance. Currently the Campaign has raised $160,000 of our $200,000 goal! Thank you to Neil McPeak, Class of 1975; Andrew '98 and Lauren Walter '99; and Greg and Kelsey Haines '10 for their recent Leadership gifts! Gloucester Catholic would like to thank all of those alumni who have made Leadership Gifts to support Philanthropy Campaign... Read more →


Gloucester Catholic Proudly Presents Disney's The Little Mermaid

Thursday, Friday, and Saturday, March 21, 22 -23! Gloucester Catholic will present our school play, Disney's The Little Mermaid on the following times and dates at Deptford Theatrical Productions: Thursday, March 21, 7:00 pm Friday, March 22, 7:00 pm Saturday, March 23, 2:00 pm Saturday, March 23, 7:00 pm Gloucester Catholic would like to thank the sponsors of this year's school play: * George Batavick, Class of 1966 * The Traficante Family in honor of Michael and Christopher Traficante, Class of 2010. Tickets are $15 for General Admission and $10 for GC Students. A pre-sale order is being held through... Read more →


GLOUCESTER CATHOLIC SAYS THANK YOU!

GLOUCESTER CITY, NJ (February 25, 2024)(CNBNews)Gloucester Catholic Principal Tom Iacovone wishes to thank all alumni and supporters who made a gift to the GCHS Roof Repair Fund. Donations to this campaign will help us begin construction next month to repair the roof on the wing that houses Alumni Hall, classrooms and administrative offices. The Roof Repair Campaign exceeded our goal of $75,000, and we thank all of our supporters! Development Office Update February 2024 Christmas Appeal 2023 Campaign -THANK YOU for all who made a contribution to this year’s Christmas Appeal. As we close out our Christmas Appeal 2023 Campaign,... Read more →


GCHS Hall of Fame Banquet; Tickets on Sale

CNBNews)--Gloucester Catholic High School will host its 2nd Annual Hall of Fame Banquet on Tuesday, April 23, 2024 at Auletto’s Sunset Ballroom in Almonesson, NJ, the Hall of Fame Executive Committee has announced. The Inductees of this prestigious class include: Arts/Academics/Educators Dr. William Peranteau ’93 Dr. David Coghlan (Posthumous) Joe Gorman ’72 Elizabeth Reilly, J.D. ’69 Special Recognition Patrick Peyton ’77 Athletics Bernadette McGlade ’76, Girls Basketball Johnny Gaudreau ’11, Ice Hockey Joe Fields ’71, Football Trish McNutt-Green ’82, Girls Basketball Teams 1971 Football Team (Class of 1972) 2000 Baseball Team (Class of 2000) 1998 Girls Soccer Team (Class of... Read more →


Gloucester Catholic Roof Repair Drive a Success

GLOUCESTER CITY, NJ (February 15, 2024)(CNBNews)--Thank You for Supporting GCHS' Roof Repair Campaign! Campaign Exceeds Goal of $75,000! Gloucester Catholic Principal Tom Iacovone and Father Peter Gallagher, Director of Catholic Identity, wish to thank all alumni and supporters who made a gift to the GCHS Roof Repair Fund. Donations to this campaign will help us begin construction to repair the roof on the wing that houses Alumni Hall, classrooms and administrative offices. The Roof Repair Campaign exceeded our goal of $75,000, and we thank all of our supporters! Go Rams!! Click Here or on Above Image for Video Message from... Read more →


Lions Smith Slams Door On Rams

Bruce Darrow I CNBNews GLOUCESTER CITY, NJ (February 11, 2024)--Gloucester City Lions upended crosstown rival Gloucester Catholic Rams 52 - 43 on Saturday, February 10, behind a total team effort. The Rams, with two recent huge wins over the Overbrook Rams and powerhouse Pitman, were surprised by the young Lions' shooting and tough defense by Kaden Harris and Kevin Wall. Sophomore sharpshooter Keegan Cohan started the game with long-range shooting, scoring 11 early points, which were picked up by the air traffic control tower. The Rams pregame plans were quickly abandoned and any adjustments by the Rams coach's were quickly... Read more →


DONATIONS NEEDED!

GCHS's Alumni Hall Needs a New Roof

Attention Ram Alumni and Supporters! For several decades, GCHS's Alumni Hall has displayed our proud Gloucester Catholic heritage and history in the main building of the school complex. As GCHS prepares for the reopening of Alumni Hall, we are currently launching a capital campaign to fund repairs to the school's roof. This will once again allow access to classroom space, offices and Alumni Hall! Join us from Feb. 6 through 8th with a gift to the GCHS roof repair fund! Your donation will help us expedite these repairs as we prepare to re-open Alumni Hall and our main campus complex... Read more →


Robert G. McQuillan, age 92, Legendary Teacher and Coach at GCHS and GHS

Robert G. McQuillan peacefully passed away on January 28th, 2024, at the age of 92. He will be reunited with his beloved wife of 63 years, Frances Burke McQuillan. Robert was the loving father of Robert K. McQuillan and Daniel B. McQuillan and grandfather of Carson McQuillan and Brenna McQuillan. He is also survived by his daughters-in-law, Denise McQuillan, and Ami Feller. God broke the mold with Robert. He grew up on King Street in Gloucester City and was a standout athlete at Gloucester Catholic. He served in the United States Army, then began his teaching career at Gloucester Junior... Read more →


Will Murphy Keep Your Child From Graduating?

Dorothy Philbin l CNBNewsnet Columnist Gloucester High School (CNBNews photo) GLOUCESTER CITY, NJ (January 21, 2024)(CNBNews)--This is not a joke. It is not even a threat. It is a law (A1181/S205) signed by Governor Phil Murphy today, Friday, January 19, 2024. The law states "to make the completion of a financial aid application form a prerequisite to graduation for public high school and charter school students in New Jersey." Gloucester City High School just got a long-awaited and badly needed center for trades programs for those who don't want to go to college but want to learn entry-level skills for... Read more →


Kudos to GCHS Alum Bob "Dece" Dacierno Inducted Into the SJ Baseball Hall of Fame

UPDATED: 1/22/24 William E. Cleary Sr. | CNBNews CNBNEWS SPORTS (January 19, 2024)--Robert "Dece" Dacierno Sr., a prominent athlete and a graduate of Gloucester Catholic High School's Class of 1963, was inducted into the Hotstovers South Jersey Baseball Hall of Fame in November. The organization's 63rd Awards Banquet and 34th South Jersey Baseball Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony took place at Adelphia Restaurant in Deptford. The other inductees are Dan Baker, Darren Ford, Robert “Tookie” Johnson, Ryan Kulik, Bob Seddon, and Sam Tropiano. Robert Dacierno, second from right standing with the other members of this year's South Jersey Baseball Hall... Read more →