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Alumni Association Message
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Whether you are a recent SHS graduate or decades removed, you likely remember the excitement and mixed emotions that come with the end of the school year. A time of transition, the weeks are filled with celebration, reflection, and nervous anticipation for what the future holds. Seniors are eager to embark on the next phase of their lives, yet undoubtedly feel bittersweet as they say goodbye to the friends, teachers, and experiences that have been part of their daily routine for years.
Over the next few weeks, Patriots will enjoy a number of events to celebrate their time at SHS. From Prom to Spring Fling, Senior Sunrise, and ultimately, Commencement, these events mark the culmination of their many experiences, achievements, and growth over the last four years. Though the class of ‘23 will no longer walk the halls of Stevenson, they’ll always be a part of the SHS community. We look forward to accepting them into the alumni network. Like all alumni, they're always welcome home.
Want to hear more from the Alumni Association? Follow us on Instagram, Facebook, and LinkedIn. We’d love to hear from you, too! Message us with your news and updates.
Go Pats!
-- Ryan Fowler, SHS Alumni Association
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Olympian Megan Bozek '09 Announces Retirement
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Two-time United States women’s hockey Olympian Megan Bozek ‘09 announced her retirement this month. Megan won silver medals at the 2014 Sochi and 2022 Beijing Winter Olympic Games. She played college hockey at the University of Minnesota, where she was a member of national championship teams in 2012 and 2013. With her career on the ice coming to an end, Megan will move into the broadcast booth as an analyst for the Vegas Golden Knights and their minor-league affiliates.
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Joseph Family Developing Two Downtown Nashville Venues
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The Joseph Family (Joshua '92, Tara '92, Sydni '17, Sophie ‘20) and their company, Big Plan Holdings, are developing two new ventures in Nashville's popular Lower Broadway district. First up, Hank Williams Jr. Boogie Bar, on which the Josephs are partnering with Country Music Hall of Famer, Hank Williams Jr. A possible second partnership with Jon Bon Jovi is in the works just down the street, that will include an entertainment complex in the famed music and tourist destination.
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Statesman Awarded First State Championship in SHS History
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Stevenson’s student newspaper, the Statesman, captured its first state title in school history last weekend at the IHSA State Journalism Finals in Normal, IL. The Statesman staff racked up a total of 37 points at the meet, the highest team total in IHSA Journalism State Finals history. Communication Arts teacher and Statesman sponsor Dean Bradshaw was also recognized as the 2023 Journalism Educator of the Year in Illinois, receiving the IJEA James A. Tidwell Award for Excellence in Scholastic Media Education.
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Ambrose Steps Down After 24 Winning Seasons
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Longtime Stevenson boys basketball coach Pat Ambrose announced last week that he was stepping down after 24 seasons. Over his storied career, Ambrose led the Patriots to 11 regional titles, five sectional titles, and a 2015 state championship. His teams never finished a season below .500, and with a 505-191 record, he is one of Illinois’ winningest coaches. In 2020, Ambrose was inducted into the Illinois Basketball Coaches Hall of Fame. Have a message you’d like to share with Coach Ambrose? Message us
and we’ll pass it along.
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Milestone Reunion Planning Underway
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Homecoming Weekend 2023 promises to be an exciting time at SHS! With several alumni groups planning milestone reunions, we expect a large number of Patriots back on campus to reunite with former classmates, reminisce about their school days, and create new memories.
Planning is underway for the classes of 1973, 1983, 1993, and 2003. If you’re a member of one of these graduating classes, click your year to connect with the planning committee and receive reunion updates and information. Any 2013 graduates out there? Your 10-year reunion is slated for next November, but a class representative is still needed! Contact the Alumni Association
if you're interested in leading a reunion committee.
Have a question about reunions or other alumni programming? Contact Ryan Fowler
at the Alumni Association.
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Stevenson alumnus and Utica City FC forward Gordy Gurson ‘10 earned all-second team honors in the Major Arena Soccer League earlier this month. In his first season with Utica, Gurson is among MASL statistical leaders and arguably Utica’s most talented player. In 22 regular-season games, Gordy finished with team-bests in goals (22), assists (19), and points (41).
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Have you started a new job? Gotten married? Won an award? We want to hear all about it! The Alumni Association is seeking Patriot news for upcoming newsletters and other communications. Send us your updates (and photos) to share with fellow Patriots here. Looking for more alumni news and information? Follow us on Instagram, Facebook, and LinkedIn.
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