I went to Mt. Gallitzin Academy back in the late 60's, as my Father did back in the 30's. In my day... I was this || close to a life-guard certificate... when a hailstorm took down the glass roof over the pool. Look it up.And the things I learned there, that have served me throughout the rest of my years since... are patience, honesty and integrity.Where are Tom Murrin, Roy Ridgeway, Mike Manley, Dennis Webber... some of my class-mates... anyone remember Ron's last name (aka Effe Phuffufnick)?And something in the back of my brain is reminding me that Sister Mary Teresa (sp) was one of my favorite teachers.Frank Martin was the gym (and everything else) coach back then. He was a proud Native American. And he had also coached football when my cousin Ronnie was at Gallitzen (it was a family thing). So Ronnie took me to Frank's house one day, and Frank shared his rich heritage with me. I had no idea before that.Brings a tear to my eyes... reminiscing about those bygone days.
Submitted by other on May 05, 2011
Mount Gallitzin Academy was the best place in the world to me as a student. To me MGA was a place that I felt I was safe at, the teachers and the Sisters were always there for you if, and when you needed them. I was in the 6th grade when it closed, it was one of the sadest days for me. Because to me, MGA was my second home, with my second family. Some of my friends sat that I'm over stating it, but it's the truth, if I could, when, and if I would have children, I would what them to go there. But it's only a dream. So here it is to you, THE BEST PLACE IN THE WORLD!!!!