01-26-2011 The “Algie Effect” at Riley vs. Clay Basketball Game

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MEDIARELEASE Joint Release from: South Bend Community School Corporation and the City of South Bend January 26, 2011 3:45 pm The “Algie Effect” at Riley vs. Clay Basketball Game on January 28 On January 13, 2011, South Bend lost one of its best and most beloved educators, former Riley principal, Algie S. Oldham. Oldham was Riley’s principal from 1982 to 1988 and retired from the South Bend School Corporation in 1989. Known for his ability to remember every student’s name and his rousing cheers at Riley pep rallies, he was a mentor and leader to every student who knew him. A Facebook webpage honoring him has had over 700 comments within the first 24 hours and his passing was covered across the local news as well. On Friday, January 28,many Riley alumni and their families will join current students and faculty at the Riley vs. Clay basketball games being played at Riley High School – Girls’ Varsity at 6:00 pm, followed by Boys’ Varsity at 7:30 pm. “A percentage of each ticket sold for the game will be donated to the Algie S. Oldham Foundation,” according to current principal, Edward Bradford. Additional donations will be accepted at the game. Donations can also be sent to P.O. Box 781132 Indianapolis, IN 46278. Mandy Kadar Olds 85’, Helene Kadar Sirko 88’ and Jennie Dieter Mast 91’, the Riley Alums that set up the donations at the game thought is was important to show what is being termed the “Algie Effect” to the Southside. “We thought it was important to show our Southside pride to the current students, faculty and families,” stated Mast. Additional seating has been arranged at the game. Many attending the game will be wearing special designed “Algie” t-shirts. Proceeds from the shirt sales also will go to the Oldham Foundation. Shirts can be purchased at www.cafepress/giamaires