Monsignor Farrell High School
| Monsignor Farrell High School | |
|---|---|
| Location | |
| 2900 Amboy Road Staten Island , New York 10306 United States 40°34′2″N 74°7′32″W / 40.56722°N 74.12556°W | |
| Information | |
| Type | Private |
| Motto | Vir Fidelis (Faithful Man) |
| Religious affiliation | Catholic |
| Established | 1961 |
| President | Louis R. Tobacco[1] |
| Principal | Lawrence Musanti[2] |
| Grades | 9–12 |
| Enrollment | 800[3] (2014) |
| Colors | Maroon and gold |
| Athletics conference | Catholic High School Athletic Association[4] |
| Mascot | Lion |
| Accreditation | Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools[5] |
| Newspaper | The Lion |
| Yearbook | Cornerstone |
| Affiliation | Archdiocese of New York |
| Website | msgrfarrellhs.org |
Monsignor Farrell High School is a Catholic high school for boys, located in the Oakwood section of Staten Island, New York, United States. Opened in 1961, the school is named in honor of Monsignor Joseph Farrell, a Catholic priest, as well as a religious, political and community leader on Staten Island.
In pop culture
In 1985, filming for the music video of Billy Joel’s top ten hit song You're Only Human (Second Wind), took place outside of the school’s main entrance.
Notable alumni
- Bill Britton (born 1955, class of 1974) – former PGA Tour player[6]
- David Carr (born 1987, class of 2005) – member, New York City Council[7]
- Christopher Celenza (born 1967, class of 1985) – James B. Knapp Dean, Zanvyl Krieger School of Arts and Sciences, Johns Hopkins University; former dean, Georgetown College at Georgetown University[8]
- Tom Cosgrove (born 1996, class of 2014) – pitcher, San Diego Padres
- Kevin Coyle (born 1956) – former defensive coordinator, Miami Dolphins[9]
- Michael Cusick (born 1969) – New York State Assemblyman[10]
- Dan Donovan (born 1956) – former U.S. Congressman from New York; former District Attorney of Richmond County[11]
- Vito Fossella (born 1965) – former U.S. Congressman from New York;[12] Staten Island Borough President
- Joe Gambardella (born 1993, class of 2011) – professional ice hockey player, Utica Comets of the American Hockey League (as a prospect for the New Jersey Devils of the National Hockey League)
- Joe Gatto (born 1976, class of 1994) – cast member, Impractical Jokers[13]
- Paul C. Genereux (born 1950, class of 1968) – US Army brigadier general[14][15]
- Andrew Lanza (born 1964, class of 1982) – lawyer; Republican politician; member, New York State Senate, representing the 24th District which encompasses most of Staten Island
- John Lavelle (born 1981) – actor and playwright
- Pete Lembo (born 1970, class of 1988) – head football coach, University at Buffalo
- Michael McMahon (born 1957) – former U.S. Congressman; District Attorney of Richmond County[16]
- James Murray (born 1976, class of 1994) – cast member, Impractical Jokers[13]
- Kevin O'Connor – former general manager, Utah Jazz[17]
- James Oddo (born 1966) – former Staten Island Borough President; former New York City Councilman[18]
- Brian Quinn (born 1976, class of 1994) – cast member, Impractical Jokers[13]
- Theo Rossi (born 1975, class of 1993) – actor[19]
- Ryan Rossiter (born 1989) – professional basketball player[20]
- Michael Tannousis – New York State Assemblyman[21]
- William J. Taverner – sex educator; editor, American Journal of Sexuality Education[22][23]
- Louis R. Tobacco (born 1972, class of 1990) – president, Monsignor Farrell High School; former New York State Assemblyman[24]
- Sal Vulcano (born 1976, class of 1994) – cast member, Impractical Jokers[13]
- Edmund Whalen (born 1958, class of 1976) – auxiliary bishop, Archdiocese of New York; former principal, Monsignor Farrell High School[25]
- John Wolyniec (born 1977, class of 1995) – former Major League Soccer player[26]
References
- Back to citation "Admissions Information". Monsignor Farrell High School. Retrieved September 27, 2020.
- Back to citation Knudson, Annalise (January 8, 2019). "Lawrence Musanti Appointed Principal at Monsignor Farrell". Staten Island Advance. Retrieved November 29, 2022.
- Back to citation Lore, Diane C. (August 20, 2014). "Monsignor Farrell High School Undergoing $5 Million Facelift". Staten Island Advance. Retrieved November 29, 2022.
- Back to citation De Biase Jr., Charlie (February 26, 2019). "Farrell's Stalwart Defensive Effort Puts It in CHSAA A Intersectional Final". Staten Island Advance. Retrieved November 29, 2022.
- Back to citation MSA-CSS. "MSA-Commission on Secondary Schools". Archived from the original on May 14, 2011. Retrieved May 27, 2009.
- Back to citation Radosta, John. "Norris Leads by 1 with 63 at Hartford". The New York Times. August 13, 1982. Retrieved February 28, 2017. "Britton, who is 26 years old, was graduated from Monsignor Farrell High School on Staten Island".
- Back to citation "Vir Fidelis! Here Are Monsignor Farrell's Power Alums and What They Looked Like Back in the Day". Staten Island Advance. December 16, 2021. Retrieved January 14, 2022.
- Back to citation Maroon & Gold Monsignor Farrell Alumni Magazine. Monsignor Farrell High School. Winter 2018. p. 13. Archived from the original on June 24, 2018.
- Back to citation Kent, Andy. "Inside the Coaching Staff: Kevin Coyle". Miami Dolphins, March 17, 2014. Retrieved February 28, 2017. "[Q] Which coach has had the biggest influence on your career? Coyle: It was my high school coach, Coach Dennis Barrett at Monsignor Farrell High School back in Staten Island".
- Back to citation Michael Cusick Biography, New York State Assembly. Retrieved February 28, 2017. "He is an honorary member of the Fraternal Order of Police Lodge 120, Richmond Engine #1, the Oceanic Hook and Ladder Co. #1 and was inducted into the Monsignor Farrell High School Alumni Hall of Fame in 2007".
- Back to citation "Rep. Donovan Is New Chairman of House Security Panel (commentary)". United States House of Representatives. February 29, 2016. Retrieved February 28, 2017. "When I think back to the small apartment my mom and dad raised me in, how they pooled what little they earned to send their boy Danny to Monsignor Farrell High School with the hope that he would have a better life, I'm humbled that I now have the opportunity to honor their sacrifices by making a difference in keeping our city and nation secure".
- Back to citation "Vito Fossella – U.S. Congress Votes Database". The Washington Post. Retrieved January 3, 2017.
- Back to citation occurrence 13.0 Back to citation occurrence 13.1 Back to citation occurrence 13.2 Back to citation occurrence 13.3 "Impractical Jokers Before All the Fame". December 31, 2016.
- Back to citation Senior Leader Management Office (July 31, 2011). "Biography, Brigadier General Paul C. Genereux". National Guard.mil. Arlington, Virginia: National Guard Bureau. Retrieved June 14, 2025.
- Back to citation "State scholarships won by 277 island teen-agers". Staten Island Advance. Staten Island, New York. February 14, 1968. p. 4 – via Newspapers.com.
- Back to citation "McMahon, Michael E., (1957 – )", Biographical Directory of the United States Congress. Retrieved February 28, 2017. "McMahon, Michael E., a Representative from New York; born in Staten Island, Richmond County, N.Y., September 12, 1957; graduated from Monsignor Farrell High School, Staten Island, N.Y".
- Back to citation Price, Jay. "Six to Be Enshrined in Staten Island Sports Hall of Fame". Staten Island Advance, December 7, 2008. Retrieved February 28, 2017. "[caption] Kevin O'Connor, far left, went from being the point guard for Monsignor Farrell to the general manager of the Utah Jazz in his 40-year basketball career".
- Back to citation "On the Issues: James Oddo". Staten Island Advance. November 2009. Retrieved January 3, 2017.
- Back to citation Benanti, Carol Ann (March 23, 2012). "Staten Island's Farrell Alumni Dish on Show Business" Staten Island Advance. Retrieved February 28, 2017. "On hand to bring a touch of Hollywood starpower to Staten Island were actor Theo Rossi and actors/comedians James (Murr) Murray and Joe Gatto, who recently returned to Monsignor Farrell High School – their alma mater – to speak to students and credit the Oakwood school for their diligence and success".
- Back to citation "Siena College Official Athletic Site – Siena College". sienasaints.com. Siena Saints. Archived from the original on May 15, 2018. Retrieved January 3, 2017.
- Back to citation "Meet Mike". Mike Tannousis for State Assembly. Retrieved 2020-12-29.
- Back to citation Taverner, William J. "Big Congressman, Little Boys". Staten Island Advance. February 15, 2014. Retrieved February 28, 2017. "You might accuse me of overanalyzing the congressman’s stunted development. An old friend from Monsignor Farrell High School defended the congressman, saying his response was reasonable because he was ambushed".
- Back to citation "Bill Taverner". Retrieved July 1, 2021. “Monsignor Farrell High School, High school diploma, 1982–1986”
- Back to citation "Lou Tobacco Biography". New York State Assembly, backed up by the Internet Archive as of October 15, 2012. Retrieved February 28, 2017. "Lou Tobacco was elected to the New York State Assembly on March 27, 2007. Lou is a graduate of Public School 35, St. Joseph Hill Academy, Monsignor Farrell High School and the Rockefeller College of Politics at State University of New York at Albany".
- Back to citation Knudson, Annalise (December 10, 2019). "Farrell Students Attend Ordination of Msgr. Edmund Whalen as Bishop". Staten Island Advance. Retrieved December 28, 2020.
- Back to citation De Biase Jr, Charlie. "Island Native John Wolyniec Named USL Coach of the Year". Staten Island Advance. November 4, 2016. Retrieved February 28, 2017. "It's been quite a few weeks for Annadale native and former Major League Soccer player John Wolyniec. The one-time Monsignor Farrell and Fordham University star not only guided the New York Red Bulls II to the United Soccer Leagues (USL) championship, but was named the USL 2016 Coach of the Year earlier this week".
External links
- msgrfarrellhs.org, the school's official website