Monsignor Farrell High School

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Monsignor Farrell High School
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Address
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2900 Amboy Road

Staten Island
,
New York
10306

United States
Coordinates40°34′2″N 74°7′32″W / 40.56722°N 74.12556°W / 40.56722; -74.12556Coordinates: 40°34′2″N 74°7′32″W / 40.56722°N 74.12556°W / 40.56722; -74.12556
Information
TypePrivate, All-Male
MottoVir Fidelis
(Faithful Man)
Religious affiliation(s)Roman Catholic
Established1961
PresidentLouis R. Tobacco[1]
PrincipalLawrence Musanti[2]
Grades9–12
Enrollment800[3] (2014)
Color(s)Maroon and Gold   
Athletics conferenceCatholic High School Athletic Association (CHSAA)[4]
MascotFarrell Lion
NicknameLions
AccreditationMiddle States Association of Colleges and Schools[5]
PublicationLogos
NewspaperThe Lion
YearbookCornerstone
AffiliationRoman Catholic Archdiocese of New York
Websitewww.msgrfarrellhs.org

Monsignor Farrell High School is a Catholic all-boys high school located in the Oakwood section of Staten Island, New York. Opened in 1961, the school is named in honor of Monsignor Joseph Farrell, a prominent Catholic priest, as well as a religious, political and community leader on Staten Island.

Notable alumni[]

  • Bill Britton (born 1955, class of 1974) former PGA Tour player[6]
  • Christopher Celenza (born 1967, class of 1985), James B. Knapp Dean, Krieger School of Arts and Sciences, Johns Hopkins University; former Dean of Georgetown College at Georgetown University[7]
  • Kevin Coyle (born 1956), former defensive coordinator for the Miami Dolphins[8]
  • Michael Cusick (born 1969), New York State Assemblyman[9]
  • Dan Donovan (born 1956), former U.S. Congressman from New York[10]
  • Vito Fossella (born 1965), former U.S. Congressman from New York[11]
  • Joe Gambardella (born 1993, class of 2011), American professional ice hockey player for the Bakersfield Condors of the American Hockey League as a prospect for the Edmonton Oilers of the National Hockey League.
  • Joseph Gatto (born 1976, class of 1994), cast member on Impractical Jokers[12]
  • Andrew Lanza (born 1964, class of 1982), lawyer and Republican politician. He currently serves as a member of the New York State Senate, representing the 24th District which encompasses most of Staten Island.
  • Pete Lembo (born 1970, class of 1988), associate head coach and special teams coordinator at the University of South Carolina.[13]
  • Michael McMahon (born 1957), former U.S. Congressman and District Attorney of Richmond County (New York)[14]
  • James Murray (born 1976, class of 1994), cast member on Impractical Jokers[15]
  • Kevin O'Connor, former General Manager of the Utah Jazz[16]
  • James Oddo (born 1966), Richmond County Borough President; former New York City Councilman[17]
  • Theo Rossi (born 1975, Class of 1993), actor[18]
  • Ryan Rossiter (born 1989), professional basketball player[19]
  • Brian Quinn (born 1976, class of 1994), cast member on Impractical Jokers[20]
  • Michael Tannousis, New York State Assemblyman.[21]
  • Louis R. Tobacco (born 1972, Class of 1990), President of Monsignor Farrell High School; former New York State Assemblyman[22]
  • William J. Taverner, sex educator and editor of the American Journal of Sexuality Education[23][24]
  • Sal Vulcano (born 1976, class of 1994), cast member on Impractical Jokers[25]
  • Edmund Whalen (born 1958, class of 1976), auxiliary bishop for the Archdiocese of New York; past-principal of Monsignor Farrell High School. [26]
  • John Wolyniec (born 1977, Class of 1995), former Major League Soccer player[27]
  • John Gallucci (Class of 1985), President and Founder of JAG Physical Therapy and is currently the CEO of JAG-ONE Physical Therapy; Medical Coordinator for Major League Soccer: author.

References[]

  1. ^ "Admissions Information". Monsignor Farrell High School. Retrieved 27 September 2020.
  2. ^ "Lawrence Musanti appointed principal at Monsignor Farrell". Silive. Retrieved 19 January 2019.
  3. ^ Lore, Diane C. (20 August 2014). "Monsignor Farrell High School undergoing $5 million facelift". Staten Island Advance.
  4. ^ "Farrell's stalwart defensive effort puts it in CHSAA A intersectional final". Silive. Retrieved 19 January 2019.
  5. ^ MSA-CSS. "MSA-Commission on Secondary Schools". Archived from the original on 2011-02-12. Retrieved 2009-05-27.
  6. ^ Radosta, John. "NORRIS LEADS BY 1 WITH 63 AT HARTFORD", The New York Times, August 13, 1982. Accessed February 28, 2017. "Britton, who is 26 years old, was graduated from Monsignor Farrell High School on Staten Island."
  7. ^ Maroon & Gold Monsignor Farrell Alumni Magazine. Monsignor Farrell High School. Winter 2018. p. 13. Archived from the original on 24 June 2018.
  8. ^ Kent, Andy. "Inside The Coaching Staff: Kevin Coyle", Miami Dolphins, March 17, 2014. Accessed February 28, 2017. "[Q] Which coach has had the biggest influence on your career? Coyle: It was my high school coach, Coach Dennis Barrett at Monsignor Farrell High School back in Staten Island."
  9. ^ Michael Cusick Biography, New York State Assembly. Accessed February 28, 2017. "He is an honorary member of the Fraternal Order of Police Lodge 120, Richmond Engine #1, the Oceanic Hook and Ladder Co. #1 and was inducted into the Monsignor Farrell High School Alumni Hall of Fame in 2007."
  10. ^ "Rep. Donovan is new chairman of House security panel (commentary)", United States House of Representatives, February 29, 2016. Accessed February 28, 2017. "When I think back to the small apartment my mom and dad raised me in, how they pooled what little they earned to send their boy Danny to Monsignor Farrell High School with the hope that he would have a better life, I'm humbled that I now have the opportunity to honor their sacrifices by making a difference in keeping our city and nation secure."
  11. ^ "Vito Fossella - U.S. Congress Votes Database". The Washington Post. Retrieved 2017-01-03.
  12. ^ https://www.looper.com/30802/impractical-jokers-fame/
  13. ^ Waggoner, Jim (May 3, 2013). "Monsignor Farrell grad and Ball State head football coach Pete Lembo paying a visit to alma mater". Staten Island Advance. Retrieved December 28, 2020.
  14. ^ "McMAHON, Michael E., (1957 - )", Biographical Directory of the United States Congress. Accessed February 28, 2017. "McMAHON, Michael E., a Representative from New York; born in Staten Island, Richmond County, N.Y., September 12, 1957; graduated from Monsignor Farrell High School, Staten Island, N.Y"
  15. ^ https://www.looper.com/30802/impractical-jokers-fame/
  16. ^ Price, Jay. "Six to be enshrined in Staten Island Sports Hall of Fame", Staten Island Advance, December 7, 2008. Accessed February 28, 2017. "[caption] Kevin O'Connor, far left, went from being the point guard for Monsignor Farrell to the general manager of the Utah Jazz in his 40-year basketball career."
  17. ^ "On the Issues: James Oddo | SILive.com". silive.com. Retrieved 2017-01-03.
  18. ^ Benanti, Carol Ann. "Staten Island's Farrell alumni dish on show business", Staten Island Advance, March 23, 2012. Accessed February 28, 2017. "On hand to bring a touch of Hollywood starpower to Staten Island were actor Theo Rossi and actors/comedians James (Murr) Murray and Joe Gatto, who recently returned to Monsignor Farrell High School — their alma mater — to speak to students and credit the Oakwood school for their diligence and success."
  19. ^ "Siena College Official Athletic Site - Siena College". sienasaints.com. Archived from the original on 2018-05-15. Retrieved 2017-01-03.
  20. ^ https://www.looper.com/30802/impractical-jokers-fame/
  21. ^ "Meet Mike", Mike Tannousis for State Assembly. Retrieved 2020-12-29.
  22. ^ Lou Tobacco Biography, New York State Assembly, backed up by the Internet Archive as of October 15, 2012. Accessed February 28, 2017. "Lou Tobacco was elected to the New York State Assembly on March 27, 2007. Lou is a graduate of Public School 35, St. Joseph Hill Academy, Monsignor Farrell High School and the Rockefeller College of Politics at State University of New York at Albany."
  23. ^ Taverner, William J. "Big congressman, little boys", Staten Island Advance, February 15, 2014. Accessed February 28, 2017. "You might accuse me of overanalyzing the congressman’s stunted development. An old friend from Monsignor Farrell High School defended the congressman, saying his response was reasonable because he was ambushed."
  24. ^ "Bill Taverner". Retrieved 1 July 2021. Monsignor Farrell High School, High school diploma, 1982-1986
  25. ^ https://www.looper.com/30802/impractical-jokers-fame/
  26. ^ Knudson, Annalise (December 10, 2019). "Farrell students attend ordination of Msgr. Edmund Whalen as bishop". Staten Island Advance. Retrieved December 28, 2020.
  27. ^ De Biase Jr, Charlie. "Island native John Wolyniec named USL Coach of the Year", Staten Island Advance, November 4, 2016. Accessed February 28, 2017. "It's been quite a few weeks for Annadale native and former Major League Soccer player John Wolyniec. The one-time Monsignor Farrell and Fordham University star not only guided the New York Red Bulls II to the United Soccer Leagues (USL) championship, but was named the USL 2016 Coach of the Year earlier this week."

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