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When the doors to Lake Catholic High School opened in 1970, 221 ninth graders walked through. It was the beginning of something new and exciting.

A few years ago, the school celebrated its 50th anniversary of those school doors opening. The celebration, however, was muted because of the global pandemic caused by the novel coronavirus. 

Those 221 students, back then, eventually became the first graduating class of Lake Catholic. That was in 1974. One by one, year by year, students continued their march through high school and eventually across the stage to receive their diplomas, adding to the number graduating classes. So now, not slowed by the pandemic, we are able to countdown the months until we can celebrate Lake Catholic High School’s 50th graduating class – the Class of 2023.

As we move toward May 20, 2023, when this year’s seniors will turn their tassels and become alumni, we will look back at the decades of classes that came before them. 
We took a look at the 1970s (’74-’79) in January, along with 1980-1984 and 1985-1989 in February, 1990-1994 and 1995-1999 in March and the early 2000s a few weeks ago. Today we highlight the second half of the 2000s (’05-‘09). 

Images from all these memories can be found on the school’s Communications page.

2005

Highlights from Lake Catholic’s 32nd graduating class include introducing the new Student Government Officers and Senior Homeroom Representatives to the student body. The class shared memorable moments on Halloween and with the Homecoming Court and at the Dance. Service was an important part of student life through the Broadmoor Christmas Party and meaningful religious experiences through school liturgies, retreats, and service projects. Cougar spirit was alive and flourishing at school pep rallies to get ready for impressive seasons from the athletics. The football team went to the playoffs; the girls soccer team were regional qualifiers; the girls basketball team made it to the State Final Four; the hockey team had one of its most impressive seasons; and lone gymnast Brittany Willis represented Lake Catholic in fine fashion. The Seniors enjoyed many fun extracurriculars throughout the year including outstanding performances by the Fine Arts Department, and the Spring Musical was a showstopper with an outstanding performance of “Les Misérables.”  The seniors exceled as proud members of the National Honor Society and on multiple committees representing many organizations. The senior poll highlighted some of LC’s memorable classmates and the Class enjoyed an unforgettable Prom. The Class of 2005 gathered to say goodbye to long-time faculty/staff members Mr. Tom Ward and Mr. Bob Turoczy.

2006

Highlights from the Class of 2006 include introducing the new Student Government Officers and Senior Homeroom Representatives to the student body. The class shared memorable moments on Halloween and with the Homecoming Court and at the Dance. Service was an important part of student life through the Broadmoor Christmas Party and meaningful religious experiences through school liturgies, retreats, and service projects. Cougar spirit was alive and flourishing at school pep rallies to get ready for impressive seasons from the athletic teams. The football team with standout quarterback Ricky Stanzi, football cheerleaders, girls soccer, boys golf and hockey had seasons to remember. The girls basketball team made it to the State Finals; and girls lacrosse was added as a new team. The Seniors enjoyed many fun extracurriculars throughout the year including outstanding performances by the Peforming Arts Department, including the LC Singers, and the productions of “Lend Me A Tenor” and “The Mystery of Edwin Drood” were outstanding! The students excelled as proud members of the National Honor Society and LC Ambassadors. The senior poll highlighted some of LC’s memorable classmates and the Class enjoyed an unforgettable Prom. The Class of 2006 topped off its high school careers with a wonderful Passing of the Torch Ceremony and impressive Graduation Ceremony. They gathered to say goodbye to long time LC faculty/staff members Principal Sr. St. Ann Waldron, OSU and Assistant Principal Sr. Patricia Kukwa, OSU.

2007

Highlights from the 34th Lake Catholic graduating class include introducing the new Student Government Officers and Senior Homeroom Representatives to the student body. The class worked hard to be outstanding LC Ambassadors throughout the year at Open Houses, during Shadow Days and whenever needed to be Lake Catholic’s best representatives. They shared memorable moments on Halloween, with the Homecoming Court and at the Dance. Service was an important part of student life through the Broadmoor Christmas Party and meaningful religious experiences through school liturgies, retreats, and service projects. Cougar spirit was alive and flourishing at school pep rallies to get ready for impressive seasons from the athletic teams. The football team made it to the regional playoffs, as well as the volleyball team and the girls soccer team. The track team had three members represent Lake Catholic as State Qualifiers – Tom McKrill (current Lake Catholic principal!!), Korrey Willis and Randy Greenwood. The Marching Band and the Performing Arts Department gave us wonderful memories including the productions of “All In The Timing” and “Into The Woods.” The senior poll highlighted some of Lake Catholic’s memorable classmates and the Class enjoyed an unforgettable Prom. The Class of 2007 topped off their high school careers with a wonderful Senior Farewell Activities including the Passing of the Torch Ceremony and impressive Graduation Ceremony.

2008

Highlights from the Class of 2008 include introducing the new Student Government Officers and Senior Homeroom Representatives to the student body. The class worked hard to be outstanding LC Ambassadors throughout the year at Open Houses, during Shadow Days and whenever needed to be Lake Catholic’s best representatives. They shared memorable moments with the Homecoming Court and at the Dance. Service was an important part of student life through the Broadmoor Christmas Party, Blood Drives and meaningful religious experiences through school liturgies, retreats, and service projects. Cougar spirit was alive and flourishing at school pep rallies to get ready for impressive seasons from the athletic teams. The football team was Regional Champs, and impressive seasons were enjoyed by the swim team, dance team, softball team and the track team. The Fine and Performing Arts Department gave us wonderful memories including the production of “Kiss Me Kate.” The Class of 2008 enjoyed an unforgettable Prom and topped off their high school careers with wonderful senior farewell activities including the Passing of the Torch Ceremony and impressive Graduation Ceremony.

2009

Highlights from the last class of the decade include introducing the new Student Government Officers and Senior Homeroom Representatives to the student body. The class worked hard to be outstanding LC Ambassadors throughout the year at Open Houses, during Shadow Days and whenever needed to be Lake Catholic’s best representatives. They shared memorable moments with the Homecoming Court and at the Dance. Service was an important part of student life through the Broadmoor Christmas Party and meaningful religious experiences through school liturgies, retreats, and service projects. Cougar spirit was alive and flourishing at school pep rallies to get ready for impressive seasons from the athletic teams. The cross-country team made it to the regionals; the hockey team has the most winningest record to date; the girls lacrosse team had an impressive season, followed by the JeRica Sanders (’11) winning the state championship in hurdles; the wrestling team’s Mike Fee placing second in the state tournament; and the boys lacrosse team made it to the playoffs. The Fine and Performing Arts Department gave us wonderful memories including the production of “Jekyll & Hyde.” The senior poll highlighted LC’s memorable classmates and the Class enjoyed a memorable Prom. The Class of 2009 topped off its high school careers with wonderful Senior Farewell Activities including the Passing of the Torch Ceremony and impressive Graduation Ceremony.

Be sure to check back later as we continue our Countdown to the 50th Graduating Class with the first half of the classes from the 2010s (’10-'14).