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The Art of Effective Communication: Listening, Speaking, and Building Relationships
Effective communication is often misunderstood as simply being able to speak well. In reality, it’s a delicate balance between listening, speaking, and building meaningful relationships—skills that are foundational to both personal and professional success. In this presentation, SHP public speaking teacher John Merklinger '08 will explore how public speaking isn’t just about delivering a message but also about crafting a conversation, fostering empathy, and understanding others’ perspectives.
Join us at O'Shea's Irish Pub in West Palm Beach, FL (osheaspub.com) at 6pm for a free night connecting with fellow SHP alumni!
Join Headmaster Michael G. Gallo '79, Director of Alumni Relations Matt Nesto '12, Director of Advancement James Boyle P'24, P'27, and Director of Activities Peter Durning '06 for an evening of camaraderie and a celebration of the SHP legacy.
Join us at Irish Times Bar & Grill in Naples, FL (irishtimesnaples.com) at at 6pm for a free night connecting with fellow SHP alumni!
Join Headmaster Michael G. Gallo '79, Director of Alumni Relations Matt Nesto '12, Director of Advancement James Boyle P'24, P'27, and Director of Activities Peter Durning '06 for an evening of camaraderie and a celebration of the SHP legacy.
What is the ‘good life’ and how do we achieve it in the midst of uncertainty and a dizzying array of distractions? Join SHP Director of School Counseling Chris Barnitt '88 for a presentation on how to think about and pursue greater contentment in our lives.
SATURDAY, May 31 (Daytime) 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm Mass, Anniversary Diploma Ceremony, Class Picture Campus Tours, Bookstore Open
Saturday is the most eventful day of the weekend.
1:00 pm Mass & Diploma Ceremony: It starts at Seton Hall Prep (120 Northfield Ave., West Orange, NJ 07052) where we will celebrate Mass at 1:00pm, followed by a short diploma ceremony where all attendees of The Class of 1975 will receive their 50th Anniversary Diplomas!
Class Picture: Following Mass and the ceremony, we will take a class picture. Then, we will have student ambassadors present to host tour groups for those who want to tour our facilities on campus.
The bookstore will also be open and available to shop.
We expect this all to conclude by 3:00pm, allowing for a break before the night's festivities begin.
SUNDAY, June 1, from 10:00 am - noon *Send-off Brunch at Seton Hall University* Student Center, Atrium
The weekend concludes with our "send-off" brunch on Sunday at Seton Hall University in South Orange, NJ, from 10:00am-12:00pm, pending confirmation. Brunch will be compliments of Seton Hall Prep. The location of the brunch is at the Atrium in the Student Center at Seton Hall University.
SATURDAY, June 7 (Daytime) 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm Campus Tours, Mass
Saturday is the most eventful day of the weekend.
4:00 pm Class Tours: It starts at Seton Hall Prep (120 Northfield Ave., West Orange, NJ 07052). We will have student ambassadors present to host tour groups for those who want to tour our facilities on campus.
4:30 pm Mass: We will celebrate Mass at 4:30 pm in the chapel.
We expect this all to conclude by around 5:30 pm, allowing for travel time to McLoone's.
The SHP Ski Club will be in Park City (UT) 2/14-19. On Sunday night, join teacher Michael Metelsky and Father B for dinner. Email James Boyle to reserve your spot! ⛷️🎿
Join us at Shillelagh Pub @ Friendly Sons of the Shillelagh at 5pm for a Happy Hour prior to the Varsity Hockey Game vs Morristown Beard at Cody Arena! Puck drops at 6pm.
The Art of Effective Communication: Listening, Speaking, and Building Relationships
Effective communication is often misunderstood as simply being able to speak well. In reality, it’s a delicate balance between listening, speaking, and building meaningful relationships—skills that are foundational to both personal and professional success. In this presentation, SHP public speaking teacher John Merklinger '08 will explore how public speaking isn’t just about delivering a message but also about crafting a conversation, fostering empathy, and understanding others’ perspectives.