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Tech Senior Co-Hosts Local TV Show

By: Karen KrynenDirector of Communications – Don Bosco Technical Institute Interest and involvement in his community has led to a unique opportunity for Tech senior Christian Figueroa (CSEE ‘23). The senio class co-president and honor student is cohosting a bi-weekly program on KGEM-TV, the City of Monrovia’s community cable station that broadcasts City Council meetings. A frequent in-person attendee at the meetings, Christian was approached … Continue reading Tech Senior Co-Hosts Local TV Show

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The SUO Province Welcomes Fr. Alejandro Rodriguez!

By: JC Montenegro, Ph. D. Delegate for Mission Animation Fr. Alejandro was born in Morelia, Michoacan in Mexico. He met the Salesians in 1980 when he was six years old and joined the Salesian Oratory. He did his first profession in 1994 and was ordained as a priest on July 5, 2003. In his Salesian life, he has been in many positions around education. At … Continue reading The SUO Province Welcomes Fr. Alejandro Rodriguez!

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Red America Social Salesiana: 20 Paises, 16 Inspectorias, Una Mision!

By: Soledad Soto Communication Coordinator for Red America Social Salesiana (RASS) América Social Salesiana es la red de las obras y servicios sociales que atienden a las niñas, niños y jóvenes en alto riesgo de exclusión social de América. Su objetivo es consolidar un trabajo coordinado entre las obras sociales salesianas, con el fin de mejorar la calidad de la respuesta de la congregación a … Continue reading Red America Social Salesiana: 20 Paises, 16 Inspectorias, Una Mision!

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Hacia un “Nosotros” Cada Vez Mas Grande – Los Salesianos y la Migracion en America

By: Soledad Soto Communication Coordinator for Red America Social Salesiana (RASS) #SomosMigrantes “Me da miedo que nos saquen de aquí, porque estamos sin papeles(…) Me asusta que la situación en mi país no se arregle, que no podamos volver con nuestras familias, (…)”  comenta Brangely, migrante venezolana que reside en Colombia. Ella, como otros cientos de miles de migrantes, ha salido de su país natal … Continue reading Hacia un “Nosotros” Cada Vez Mas Grande – Los Salesianos y la Migracion en America

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Bosco Tech to Host Commencement Exercises on June 5th

By: Karen Krynen Communications Officer – Don Bosco Tech ROSEMEAD, CA – May 28, 2021 – Don Bosco Technical Institute (Bosco Tech) will host commencement exercises for the graduating class of 2021 on Saturday, June 5, at 5 p.m. The outdoor ceremony will be held on the campus mall, with safely spaced seating limited to graduates and three family members. This year’s graduation keynote speaker is … Continue reading Bosco Tech to Host Commencement Exercises on June 5th

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Bosco Tech Senior Aidan Chavez named 2021 Edison Scholar

By: Karen Krynen Communications Officer – Don Bosco Tech ROSEMEAD, CA—April 15, 2021—Don Bosco Technical Institute (Bosco Tech) senior Aidan Chavez has been named a 2021 Edison Scholar. Chavez is one of 30 local high school seniors granted the honor and a $40,000 scholarship by Edison International to pursue science, technology, engineering or math studies. All thirty Edison scholars will be celebrated in a virtual reception … Continue reading Bosco Tech Senior Aidan Chavez named 2021 Edison Scholar

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Bosco Tech alumni to meet with students for engineers day

By: Karen Krynen Communications Officer – Don Bosco Tech ROSEMEAD, CA. – February 16, 2021 – Representing organizations like SpaceX, the Jet Propulsion Laboratory, and Universal Studios Hollywood, alumni working in a variety of engineering professions will address students at their alma mater, Don Bosco Technical Institute (Bosco Tech), on February 18, commemorating National Engineers Week. The graduates will virtually share their educational and career pathways and answer … Continue reading Bosco Tech alumni to meet with students for engineers day

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Bosco Tech’s new Esports team begins scrimmage play

By: Karen Krynen Communications Officer – Don Bosco Tech Bosco Tech has established a CIF eSports (electronic sports) program, the newest addition to the DBTI Athletics Department. Following recent remote tryouts, the first varsity and junior varsity teams have been announced and are starting virtual practices and scrimmages. The eSports teams will compete against digital athletes from other participating high schools in titles such as: … Continue reading Bosco Tech’s new Esports team begins scrimmage play

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Bosco Tech’s Virtual Open House – December 13

By: Karen Krynen Communications Officer – Don Bosco Tech ROSEMEAD, CA. – December 1, 2020 – Don Bosco Technical Institute (Bosco Tech) will host its Virtual Open House for prospective students and their families on Sunday, December 13, 2020. Virtual tours and presentations begin at 12 noon, 1, 2, and 3 p.m. Middle school students and their families are invited to learn about Bosco Tech’s rigorous … Continue reading Bosco Tech’s Virtual Open House – December 13

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Salesian Youth Movement Young Adults Prayer Night

By: Marisol Becerra Province Youth Ministry Office Assistant Last Thursday, September 24th, 20 plus young adults gathered for the Salesian Young Adult Prayer Night. There were moments of joy, laughter, and prayer. The theme of this night was called “Navigating a Pandemic: A Conversation about Self-Care, Resilience, and Inspiration.” This current crisis has brought anxiety, stress, and worry among our society and reflecting on self … Continue reading Salesian Youth Movement Young Adults Prayer Night

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Bosco Tech’s Virtual Black and Gold “Un-gala Gala”

By: Karen Krynen Communications Officer – Don Bosco Tech ROSEMEAD, CA—September 29, 2020—Don Bosco Technical Institute (Bosco Tech) will host its first virtual Black & Gold “Un-gala Gala” on Saturday, October 17, at 7 p.m. Viewers of the unique interactive gala will recognize this year’s honorees and bid on auction items, with all proceeds benefiting Bosco Tech’s tuition assistance program. The event will honor Edison International (NYSE:EIX) and Mr. … Continue reading Bosco Tech’s Virtual Black and Gold “Un-gala Gala”

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Salesian presence at protest march

By: Fr. Jesse Montes, SDB Corpus Christi Parish, San Francisco San Francisco has the most stringent constraints on religious gatherings of any other city in the United States. If someone wants to pray in any church, only one person at time can enter.  There can be no ceremony in the church.  Services can be held outside (parking lot, plaza, courtyard, etc.) but with only twenty-five … Continue reading Salesian presence at protest march

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Bosco Tech names Philip Consuegra Director of Development and Strategic Initiatives

By: Karen Krynen Communications Officer – Don Bosco Tech ROSEMEAD, CA. – Sept. 16, 2020 – Don Bosco Technical Institute (Bosco Tech) has named Philip R. Consuegra as its new Director of Development and Strategic Initiatives. “It’s my great pleasure to welcome Mr. Consuegra on behalf of the board of trustees and the entire Tech community,” said Guillermo (Memo) Gutierrez, the school’s president. “Bringing a wealth … Continue reading Bosco Tech names Philip Consuegra Director of Development and Strategic Initiatives

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America Social Salesiana

By: Marisol Becerra Province Youth Ministry Office Assistant “America Social Salesiana” is a network of Salesian works throughout North, Central, and South America that fosters the work of the congregation especially among the poor and most abandoned young people. There was a virtual network conference that took place from September 8-10. About 50 members from this network were in attendance from 14 different Salesian Provinces. … Continue reading America Social Salesiana

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Bosco Tech “Safe and Sane” Golf Classic

By: Karen Krynen Communications Officer – Don Bosco Tech ROSEMEAD, CA – September 2, 2020 – The Alumni Association of Don Bosco Technical Institute (Bosco Tech) will host its 31st Annual Golf Classic at the Rio Hondo Golf Club on Friday, September 25, 2020. This year, due to COVID-19, the tournament format will prioritize a safe and healthy environment. Individual tee times will be reserved in … Continue reading Bosco Tech “Safe and Sane” Golf Classic

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Bosco Tech names alumnus Vincent Nolasco Athletic Director

By: Karen Krynen Communications Officer – Don Bosco Tech Don Bosco Technical Institute (Bosco Tech) has named Vincent Nolasco as its new Athletic Director. “It is my great pleasure to welcome back Mr. Nolasco on behalf of the Tech community,” said Memo Gutierrez, the school’s President. “As a Tech alumnus, Vince understands the effective Salesian educational system that is known worldwide for its focus on … Continue reading Bosco Tech names alumnus Vincent Nolasco Athletic Director

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