TRUMBULL—St. Joseph High School will celebrate the opening of their newly-renovated gymnasium and Vito Montelli Court with an official ribbon-cutting ceremony on Friday, August 28 at 8:30 am. The ceremony will include a blessing by the school’s chaplain, remarks from St. Joes President David J. Klein; Assistant Principal for Athletics Kevin Butler; and Chairman of the Board Christopher Wilson.
St. Joseph High School was founded in 1962 and this is the first major renovation to the school’s gymnasium, named after Vito Montelli, whose legendary coaching career lasted more than a half-century at St. Joes. The renovation included replacing and installing new floors, overhauling the bleachers, introducing energy-efficient lighting and installing a new air conditioning system.
“We are so pleased to share our state-of-the art updates in this extensive renovation,” remarked St Joe’s President David J. Klein. “The new gymnasium will be enjoyed by our entire community and ensures the continued academic and athletic success of our students.”
“This renovation celebrates a history filled with extraordinary victories and athleticism at its finest,” stated Assistant Principal for Athletics Kevin Butler. “I’m proud of all the students, alumni, family, fans and coaches that have celebrated so many milestones here, and look forward to many more to come.”
“This means so much to our community,” remarked Board Chair Chris Wilson. “The gymnasium is home to all of our school-wide ceremonies—it’s where we celebrate masses, community events, assemblies, dramatic productions and cherished moments. The banners literally covering the walls showcase our enduring athletic legacy—we compete with the best, successfully.”
The gymnasium renovations were fully funded through reserves built exactly for such purposes over many years of sound financial management of the St. Joes operating budget, and will not affect the school’s tuition. The gymnasium will be ready for use by the first day of school for St. Joseph High School students on September 8, 2020.
