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Breaking barriers and groundbreaking can be seen as two sisters.

I imagine our students as ones who break barriers all the time, in both big and little ways and both significant and powerful. I am thinking of the small ways our students break the barriers of cliques by simply sitting with someone new at lunch. This simple act can be ground breaking too since it is an example to others to do the same. When this happens, it is the beginning of a little revolution of kindness.

As a Sacred Heart School, Villa draws its inspiration from Jesus who broke many many barriers. He broke the barriers of sexism by speaking to women when the dominant culture said he should not talk to them; Jesus broke the barriers of feeding the poor when it was thought that they deserve their hunger because God was punishing them for sin; he ultimately broke the barrier of death by rising from the dead.

All these acts of Jesus inspire our students to do the right thing when no one is looking and even when others are looking for us to continue to keep the status quo. Once in the world that they have been graduated into, our alums are missioned to continue to break barriers that ought to be broken. They do this with their intellect, their voices and their social capital. St. Madeleine Sophie had a vision that the world would be better because our graduates, once transformed by being educated in a Sacred Heart school, now go and transform the world they find themselves immersed in.

So, sisters, go now and break barriers in new and ground-breaking ways!

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As a learning community, the VDOH culture is continually breaking barriers. Some may be small and personal, such as forging a slightly new perspective or relationship, whereas some may be much more grandiose and public as we await the completion of the new Schaefer Student Life Center, a space assuredly poised to bring much of the community together. Individually, we pave our own paths, navigate the world at our own prescribed speed. Yet, as a community, we are consistently striving to navigate an ever-changing world while providing our students with the proper tools and know-how to negotiate such obstacles. It is this togetherness that we cherish - an entire bonded community moving forward along with the guiding Heart of Christ. The past few years have not been easy, as we continue to deal with the presence of COVID, but together we come out the other end stronger and more versatile. Here, we recognize the gifts of both our faculty and student body alike, working toward a greater end, and most especially, toward a greater good.

Dr. Pete Schroeder Ook Hill Principal

Mrs. Amy Shaw Assistant to Mr. Bober

Mrs. Emily Kaplan Deon of Student life

Mrs. Debbie Schlottman Director of Advancement

Mrs. Judy Bertui Assistant to Mrs. Steenberge

Ms. Mesho Morrow Deon of Student Excellence

Mrs. Therese Hegemeister Director of Enrollment Management

Mrs. Jaime Bergfeld Assistant to Dr. Schroeder

Mrs. Stacy Henning Deon of Academics

Mrs. Alie Dikherber Director of Marketing and Communications

Mrs. Jeannie Steenberge Villa Duchesne Principal

Mr. Michael Baber Head of School

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Leslie being on time to Kate having a boring class? room?

Anna telling a funny joke?

Lulu knowing her left Julia not using a Lilly Caroline not taking from her right? Pulitzer planner? care of small animals?

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Ava not having ankle problems?

Vickie not saying "hey y'if?"

Ava going to bed later than 8:00?

Kate not doing art?

Claire being 6 feet tall?

Sydney not wearing slippers?

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Bella having long hair?

Elle working somewhere other than Orange Theory?

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Anna showing up to announcements on time?

Kaki not having FOMO?

Lilly responding to a text within 5 hours?

Gabby not marrying her high school sweetheart?

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Lorraine not wanting to go on an adventure?

Katie eating only 1 lunch?

Ali not sobbing during Elsa wearing leggings Finite class? even when it is freezing outside?

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Eveline not challenging every teacher?

Harper staring off into spae?

Mia knowing where her phone is?

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Megan not being sarcastic?

Emily at school?

Garner singing without saying "That was kinda good?"

Cooper without her frogs?

Kourtni not Googling all of her symptoms?

Maya going to school for a full week?

Ellie not dressed as Sophie Squirrel?

Kiely showing up to zero hour without Starbucks?

Mary Kate having a messy room?

"Senior

Maya AdelAbubakar

"When writing the story of your life, don't let anyone else hold the pen."

- Drake ~bubakar

I Martha SydneyAcker

"Some girls are just born with glitter in their veins."

- Paris Hilton

"Stupid risks are what make life worth living."

- Homer Simpson

Harper Q. Wells Bealke

"Auntie Kris, it's me, Todd Kraines!"

- Scott Disick

Clare CatherineAndres

"60% of the time, it works every time."

"Women, they have minds, and they have souls, as well as just hearts. And they've got ambition, and they've got talent, as well as just beauty. I'm so sick of people saying that love is all a woman is fit for."

- Jo arch

Brooke Patricia Beste

- Brian Fontana, Anchorman

Alexandra Nicole Burke

Caroline Margaret Busch

Catherine Patricia Busch

"Life is very interesting... in the end, some of your greatest pains, become your greatest strengths."

- Drew Barrymore

"Try not to become a person of success, but rather try to become a person of value."

- Albert Einstein

MaryElizabeth Carani

"No dream is too big. No challenge is too great. Nothing we want for our future is beyond our reach."

Ellermann Cline

"True grit is making a decision and standing by it, doing what must be done. No moral man can have peace of mind if he leaves undone what he knows he should have done."

Elsa

- John Wayne

- President Donald Trump

Carlotta Ann Croak

"If you have the opportunity to play this game called life, you have to appreciate every moment."

- Kanye West

Elizabeth Claire Decker

"A dream is only a dream until you decide to make it real."

- Harry Styles

"God knew would be too powerful if could do math."

- Unknown

"Seize the day."

- /y epilepsy

Katherine Grace Decker

Kathryn Patterson Dolan

Katie Gabriela Dominguez

"I wanna be a cowboy baby."

- Unknown

Meredith Claire Douglass

"Oh, it's such a shame for us to part."

- Coldlay, "The Scientist"

Lauren Elise Dunn

"Sometimes you gotta work a little to ball a lot."

Mia Primeau Favazza

"People will stare. Make it worth their while."

- Tom Ford

- Tom Haverford

"Today is the best day ever. can't believe I'm alive at the same time as everyone love."

- Unknown

"From here, you can only go forward, shaping your life story into a magnificent tale of triumph, of healing, of courage, of beauty, of wisdom, of power, of dignity, of love."

- Janet Erskine Stuart RSCJ

Kathryn Nicole Fesler

Isabella Grace Fehl

Mattilee LucyFrechmann

"Check your heart before you check the mirror - that is where your true beauty lies."

- Sadie Robertson

Lillian Condie George

"Technically, I'm still young but according to my back pain I'm actually 97." -

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Leslie Jennifer Godina

"Its better to fail at high standards than to succeed with low standards."

Ava Maree Gueck

"Life isn't about waiting for the storm to pass. It's about learning how to dance in the rain."

- Mr. Spina

- Mrs. Bence, My Elementary School Teacher

Emma Patricia Haas

"No act of kindness, no matter how small, is ever wasted."

- Aesop

Garner Hiwoire Hostnik

"When you pull on that jersey, the name on the front is a heck of a lot more important than the name on the back."

- Herb Brooks, Miracle

Kathryn Elizabeth Ignaczak

"They call me 'Headache Katie.""

- Myself

"Whoever said money can't buy happiness didn't know where to go shopping."

- Coco Chanel

Anna Nicole Johnson

Isabella Sharon Kagan

"The only rule is don't be boring and dress cute wherever you go. Life is too short to blend in "

- Paris Hilton

MollyJean Kaspura

"I paid $120,000 for someone to tell me to read Jane Austen, and then didn't."

- John Mulaney

Megan Elizabeth Korte

"I'm not convinced know how to read, l1ve just memorized a lot of words."

- Nick Miller, New Girl, S3:£p3

"It's a great day to be great."

Louisa Marie Klebe

Cooper Sofia Littlepage

"I will never have this version of me again. Let me slow down and be with her."

Claire Catherine McDaniel

"Enjoy every sandwich."

- Rupi Kaur

- Warren Zevon

Katherine KielyMcEnery

"A friend is one of the best things you can have, and one of the best things you can be."

"I choose a lazy person to do a hard job, because a lazy person will find an easy way to do it."

Gabriela Mauriece Milne

- Bill Gates

- Winnie the Pooh

Moriah Miracle Morrow

"The ultimate measure of a person is not where they stand in moments of convenience and comfort, but where they stand at times of challenge and controversy."

- Martin Luther King, Jr.

KourtniAaliyah Mosby

"People change, things go wrong. Just remember, life goes on."

- Chris Brown

Grace Elizabeth Oexeman

"High school was easy. It was like riding a bike. Except the bike was on fire and everything was on fire...never mind, it wasn't actually that easy."

- Unknown

Lorraine Genevieve Pray

"The world's mine oyster, which with sword will open."

- William Shakespeare's "The Merry Wives of Windsor"

"Life is like a sandwich; no matter which way you flip it, the bread comes first."

- Unknown

r Victoria Guadalupe Rivera Robles

"Speak the truth, even if your voice shakes."

Emani SorellPulido

Isabella Marie Sansone

"Don't change yourself so that other people will like you. Be yourself so that the right people will love you."

- Unknown

Caroline Elizabeth Schake

"No dream is too big. No challenge is too great. Nothing we want for our future is beyond our reach."

- President Donald Trump

Julia Hagan Schmidt

"How lucky am to have something that makes saying goodbye so hard."

- Winnie the Pooh

KennedyPeyton Simms

"Apathy is a tragedy and boredom is a crime"

- Bo Burnham

Allison Elizabeth Smith

"Honey! Where'ssss myyy super suit?l"

- Frozone, The lncredibles

"Oh yes the past can hurt, but from the way I see it, you can either run from it, or learn from it."

- Rafiki, The Lion King

MaryKathleen Stephens

"Go confidently in the direction of your dreams. Live the life you've imagined."

- Henry David Thoreau

Monicah Wanjiru Thuita

"When give food to the poor, they call me a saint. When ask why the poor have no food they call me a communist."

- Helder Camara

Eveline C. A. M. Vestjens

"The best way to predict the future is to create it."

- Abraham Lincoln

EmilyMichelle Weinman

"Do your squats, eat your vegetables, wear red lipstick, and don't let boys be mean to you."

- Kendall Jenner

"God knew would be too powerful if could do math."

- Unknown

"I don't mind being listed alphabetically. do mind being treated alphabetically."

- Mario Tallchief

Anna Celia Wiss

Norah Kathryn Weismiller

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Each year, the senior class kicks off their graduation weekend with a Baccalaureate mass to award students for their outstanding achievements throughout the year. However, this year, the fate of baccalaureate was uncertain. Just one hour before mass was set to begin, St. Louis was hit with a massive tornado. With trees down and lots of flooding, many seniors were not sure if they would be able to attend mass. Claire McDaniel says "I remember watching the news and seeing cars completely underwater on the highway. Not to mention the huge tree that had fallen down on Spoede road causing it to close. I was really anxious about not being able to make it to mass, especially because everyone had been looking forward to it for so long." However, the class of 2022 has faced many challenges throughout N high school and if one thing is for certain, it is that they know how to make the best out of even the most difficult situations. Ava Gueck says "I was a little worried when I saw the condition of the roads after the storm but I knew it would all work out. Our class has fought through a global pandemic, a blizzard on our junior ring day, and even an ice storm during our sophomore year dance. We always look to the bright side during situations like this and come out even stronger in the end." All in all, with the class of 2022's positive energy and courage, the mass ended up being beautiful and something that everyone will remember.

ONE/ Anna Wis '22 eads out the characteristics of the winner of the Excellence in Teaching Award. TWO/ Choir singers Ellie runi '22, Lilly George '22, and Lauren Dunn '22 take a break in between songs to smile for a picture. THREE/ Senior Student Council representatives Anna Wiss '22, Claire Douglass '22, ad Elle Decker '22 present Mr. Powell with the Excellence in Teaching Award. FOUR/ Clare Andres '22 receives her Mater medal, officially making her an alumna of Villa Duchesne. FIVE/ New alumna member Carlie Croak '22 smiles big after receiving her medal. SIX/ Villa Duchesne lifers Lilly George '22 and Mattilee Frechmann '22 ose before receiving their Mater medals. SEVEN/ Kaki Dolan '22 and Elle Decker '22 show their happiness after both receiving awards. EIGHT/ Ali Burke '22, Kennedy Simms '22, and Lauren Dunn '22 sing in the Villa choir for the very lost time.

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Every year the senior class gets to vote for a faculty member to be their graduation speaker. This year, the Class of 2022 unanimously agreed that Mrs. MacArthur, also known as "Mama Jen," would be perfect for the job. On graduation day, Mama Jen did not fail to disappoint. After delivering a beautiful heart warming speech, Mama Jen surprised everyone by breaking out into song, singing "This Little Light of Mine." The song perfectly described the theme of her speech which was inspiring the Class of 2022 to share their light with the world. Bella Sansone "22 says "I will never ever forget Mrs. Macarthur's song. Her speech was § already unforgettable but when she started to sing, it really z touched my heart. I do not think a graduation speaker has ever j sang before which is what made it so special." Additionally, the ! speeches of valedictorian Ava Gueck and salutatorian Anna Wiss also tugged at some heart strings. Emani Pulido "22 says "I almost cried at Ava's speech when she spoke about the faculty, I, because for me, the faculty truly radiate an immense amount of '· '''Ill love." Overall, the whole day perfectly radiated the love felt at Villa by the Class of 2022.

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nd reflection. TWO/ Kathryn Dolan '22 and Carlotta Croak '22 make their grand entrance as they walk rough the front doors THREE/ Ecstatic to receive her diploma Isabella Fehl '22 walks with pride to greet family alter the ceremony FOUR/ The Villa Senior Class reads the prayer from their programs FIVE/ After making her grand entrance, Caroline Bush '22 makes her way down the spiral steps. SIX/ Alexandra Burke '22 and Brooke Beste '22 walk down the steps together to find their seats SEVEN/ Ellie Carani '22 cheerfully poses with her diploma after graduating EIGHT/ The graduating Class of 2022 listen to Mrs. l MacArthur's inspirational speech.

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With construction of the Schaefer Student Life Center still underway in the back bowl, the fate of the 2022 Maypole Dance was uncertain, However, with a lot of hard work and detailed planning, the senior moms, Mrs. Kaplan, and choreographer Julie Probst were able to change the location of Maypole to the front bowl. Things were going smoothly and the Class of 2022 was actually excited about the new location. Senior Bella Fehl says "At first I was a little upset about not being able to dance in the back bowl, especially because that is the traditional location. But then I realized that the location didn't matter at all as long as we got to be together as a class. Our class has had to overcome a lot of challenges throughout high school and we always make the best of every situation presented to us. Now that I think about it, the front bowl actually is a beautiful spot for Maypole and I am so excited to be a part of it."

Moreover, senior Maya Abubakar demonstrated this concept of overcoming challenges when she unexpectedly had to step in to do the dance only a few days before the performance. Maya originally was not planning on dancing as she was out of town for most of the practices. However when a spot unexpectedly opened up, she eagerly stepped in. Maya says "I was really nervous because I only had a few days to learn the dance when everyone else had two weeks. But I also was excited that I got to be a part of this beautiful tradition with my classmates." However, the obstacles were not yet over. For three days prior to the performance, Saint Louis was hit with terrible weather, resulting in a front bowl that looked more like a lake than a patch of grass. Yet with grace, grit, and the help of a few shop vacuums, the senior moms, Mrs. Kaplan, and choreographer Julie Probst were able to make things happen. Although it was not what the Class of 2022 was expecting, the performance actually turned out to be more beautiful than ever before.

ONE/ The Class of 2022 does a step that they call the "do-si-do" in their long awaited Maypole

Bella Sansone '22 gracefully weaves her green ribbon as she makes her way around the Maypole for the final time THREE/ Carlie Croak '22 and Mayo Abubokor '22 wait for the cue to stand up and drop their ribbons to begin the weaving portion of the dance. FOUR/ Standing around the Maypole, the Class of 2022 prepares to turn around and drop their ribbons FIVE/ Ava Guek '22 hares a smile with one of her classmates as she makes her way around the Maypole. SIX/ VDOH "lifer lire Douglass '22 does the waltz step with a smile despite being sad about ii being her final day at the castle after fourteen years. SEVEN/ Anno Johnson '22 faces the audience tor one of the first steps of the dance.

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Although there are still Covid-19 restrictions in our 2021-2022 school year, the students also got a lot back this year. From the commons to the all-school assemblies, our girls are very excited to get some sense of normalcy back The overwhelming percentage of juniors missed the commons room the most. Ryan Harper missed her time in the commons, "because I missed hanging out with my friends and eating lunch with my class." Ava Brouster said, "I missed the ice cream; I really like the cones." Hope Schenck was also excited to get back the junior common room, "I like to eat lunch, talk to friends, do homework, listen to music, and lay on the comfy seats." 10.8%

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Morgan Krako

Anna Lederman

Olivia Massie

Ellery Miller

Elizabeth Moritz

freshmen

Charlotte Murr

Asia Neil

Meghan Niemeyer

Sophia Nugent Ava Olive

Eleanor Petersen

Katherine Powers

Victoria Sansone

Andrea Schneier

Allison Schneithorsl

Jessica Schultz

Ellen Schweppe

Vanessa Trevino

Emme Weis

Makayla West

The Class of '25 visits the Society of Sacred Heart Archives in the Central West End in January. Students were able lo browse the library, look through old letters and yearbooks, and gain o better appreciation for Philippine.

Alison Shneithorst '25 said "The visit allowed us lo acknowledge our vast history and how far our school has grown and changed over lime in a positive way

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The Closs of '26 and '27 spend o fun doy ol Steinberg Ice Skating Rnk in Forest Pork in order lo bond ond spend some fun lime with their classmates. Building community by taking a tun day oft of school while the upperclassmen were testing was exactly what was needed in order to grow closer together as o doss.

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Mrs. Janis Valdes

"Mrs. Valdez has been a light in my life since I've been at Villa. To know her, really is to love her."

Mrs. Danielle Thurm

"Mrs. Thurm has brought so much joy to the classroom. She has treated us like we are one of her own children, making sure that we are loved and appreciated." Portraits

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Cameron McGehee

Elizabeth Meyer

The Seventh grade volunteers al The Diaper Bonk. Striving to moke a difference the Seventh graders work together building community to make o change. Trudy Redmond '27 said "it was important because we ore helping our community get things they need and it really showed me that ii is important to help people in need and show our love for our community.'

Diligently preponng tor their AP Calculus exam, juniors Madelyn Sheedel "23, and Cecelia Kraeger "23 along with seniors MenaJolson "22 and lolly Kaspuru '22 look over their notes as Mr. Fressola continues on with the lesson tor this week. As the time tor the exam approaches, the students meet with their teacher to bolster their confidence in their final exam.

ONE/ Olivia Gehm '24 helps out Lauren Hussey '24 with her calculator in Algebra closs. TWO/ Mr. Klosterman guides student Grace Hanson '24 through learning logarithms. THREE/ Elizabeth Kroeger '23 prepares to ask a question in Functions, Statistics, and Trigonometry while Rochel Singer '23 ad Moeve Welby '23 contemplate on answer. FOUR/ Abby Schneller '23 listens to Mrs. Sanford's lesson on functions.

FIVE/ Kole Hale '23 solves on equation using the Smart Boord. SIX/ Stello Scudieri '23 makes a valiant second attempt at her equation. SEVEN/ Lily Hole '23 copies her answers from her pocket to the Smart Board to explain the equation to her closs.

Summing

The Math Department's most recent addition, Mr. p Klosterman, has brought a new outlook on learning mathematics to Villa. Math is not typically many students' favorite subject, but Villa Duchesne students adore our Math Department and Mr. Klosterman is no exception. Mr. Klosterman has been at Villa since 2019 and teaches .. Pre-Algebra A and Algebra II.

Seeing as he arrived midway through that year, he is now hitting his stride and feeling much more comfortable with Villa's curriculum. Math is not always the most exciting subject for students, however, he makes sure to find a way to accommodate every student while making sure he's gained the whole class's attention.

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Even though some days the classes may stray from the topic, talking about his high school days or sharing other anecdotes, he still manages to teach algebra lessons in the process. He always finds a way to incorporate the students' lives into the lesson he is teaching. This year, Villa teachers have really taken a turn to make sure they are grading for equity for each student. Algebra II students can truly say that Mr. Klosterman has paved the way for the math department in accommodating their needs in order for each student to truly learn without stress. Sophomore Margaret Schoen "24 says "If you ask any Algebra II student how their class is going right now, they can easily say somehow I am learning so much, while being stress-free!"

Mr. Klosterman's equation 'is a simple looking equation; you con let x equal any number except zero, and ii makes a very interesting graph.'

Bella Redd '24 "enjoys using the arithmetic sequence formula because ii enables me to understand things through the use of patterns."

this equation because "Euler's inequality uses the five most important numbers in mathematics.'

Katie Crump '25 likes the slope formula because "it is very symmetrical and can be applied in different ways and still work."

Kagan Mills '23 said "learning the Pythagorean Theorem was my favorite because it helps me find the relationship between the sides of right triangles.

Ava Gueck explains, "I like this equation because even though this looks complicated, it is really a simple equation!"

Mrs. Sanford said, "simple new ideas can open up a whole world of new mathematics and there is no end to what we can do with numbers.

Elle Jones '23 says, "in math class always like to find how steep the slopes are of equations."

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The Science Department has made a new addition of Coding to the curriculum. This class allows the students to learn more about computers and how to program in order to create an action. Dr. Erickson said, "almost every career is going to expect that you have some sort of understanding fundamentally of how code talks to other code." Villa's teachers have taken into consideration all the things their students will need to know in order to thrive and be successful within their college experience. Molly Kaspura '22 feels that although she does not plan on going into a career that directly involves computer science, coding has affected her life in a positive way. She said, "the teamwork aspect is also such a huge part of Coding class. We are all working together to develop solutions and celebrate, often very loudly, when we get it right." Molly Kaspura and her classmates are learning important life lessons; they are building community and growing closer as a class. Not only does this strengthen the learning environment they put themselves in but also supports Villa's goals. Adding Coding to the curriculum opens a whole new world of possibilities for all ofVilla. It allows students to be able to use their imagination in order to create something that may have seemed impossible before. It also helps students to expand their problem-solving abilities by being able to find new ways to learn and understand the computer's language and being able to program and code in order to create their desired activities. While the class is so new to the curriculum here at Villa it currently only has a few students enrolled in the class. Since the class is so small, they are able to work together and help each other to achieve their goals throughout the class. Overall, Coding helps to build teamwork, presentation skills, resilience and authentic learning.

ONE/ Carefully crafting in Coding class, Maiya Smith '23 works hard to complete her project. Although the project was only tor one class period, it was not a waste of lime. This activity helped her lo apply her coding knowledge both on and off of the computer.

TWO/ Jozz honds for coding closs, Molly Kaspura '22 ond Megan Korte '22 bounce ideos off of eoch other lo finalize their codes. These two students refuse lo let the difficulty of the course dampen their lively spirits.

THREE/ leorning with a snack Gabrielle George '25 uses o gummy worm in her biology class lo further her understanding on the exchonge of genetic material. Along with her fellow classmates, she patiently awaits for the lab to end so she can enjoy the delicious gummy worms. FOUR/ Working honds on, Ryan Harper '23 and Maiya Smith '23 st next lo eoch other os they try lo form multiple words with the letters given. This activity helped them lo visualize the bock bone of coding ond how easily it con be changed. FIVE/ Working together os a class Alexandra Burke '22 and Kourtni Mosby '22 help to identify what forces were being applied to the object on the board. Dr. Erickson exploins the complexity of their physics lesson for today while her students move around the room. SIX/ Focusing in their class, Grae Gori '25 and Anna Lederman '2S ore given the moleriols ond background informolion needed lo succeed in their lab. With the help of gummy warms, they ore given a visible representation of the exchange of genetic material crossed over between the chromosomes.

This is the first year that Coding is a class at Villa and Dr. Erickson leads the class with creativity and ensures that "Coding will be a necessary addition to many job applications in the future." Rory Wood '23 created a code that could predict your future based on a couple of questions. She titled her code "The Fortune Cookie Code."

ENGLISH

Leave it to the English Department to come up with a "novel" concept on grading - but that is just what they did when they adopted a new system this year focusing on learning as the key plot. The new evaluation system focuses less on actual grades and more on the development and progression of the individual student. Rather than students simply striving to get an A, the idea is that students should be free to focus more on the learning process and not just the end result. The innovative English teachers are rethinking how grades are distributed for Villa students. For example, all formative daily tasks no longer receive a numeric or letter grade, but rather receive extensive feedback from the teacher to reinforce or develop new skills. As explained by Department Chair Ms. Harris Marcus, "We are shifting from the older model of awarding students points for turning in homework or grading homework, because werecognize that homework, classwork, and even first drafts are

formative. And what we mean by formative is that this is the / time where students are practicing skills that they learn. And the formative time for teachers is giving feedback to students."

English teacher Mr. Sargent reiterated the importance of student learning, noting "the idea is to allow students the freedom to learn for the sake of learning, and not simply for an end-result grade."

Just weeks after the new system was implemented, students were already thriving and feeling less stressed. Without having to worry about points, students could put the focus on learning. Instead of receiving traditional letter grades for each assignment, the new system ranges from Excellent (E), Proficient (P), and Developing (DV). Receiving these remarks provides feedback and encourages students to do their best work without stressing over points. Additionally, the new system implements summative and formative assessments allowing students to improve and develop their work with each draft.

While grades may not be the focus of the new system, it is getting high marks from the Villa student body. "The new grading system allows us a lot of opportunities to make mistakes, and learn from them. I think it will be very beneficial to me because I can constantly improve," said Anna Winter.

Although this program is relatively new and counter to the traditional way of thinking about grades, the hope is that students will experience less stress about actual grades, feel more freedom to experiment, and ultimately focus on the learning process, rather than exclusively their GPA. Who knows, this new freedom to grow may even help develop the next great American novelist.

FOUR/ Following o peer review, Olivia Gehm'24 is typing her next exemplary essoy. FIVE/ Teom work at its finest os Elizabeth Kraeger '23, Georgi Leary '23 and Lily Hale '23 brainstorm for their "Scarlet letter" papers. SIX/ Ms. Roger adding o helpful critique to Grace Hanson '24. SEVEN/ Getting the most out of the conferencing process, Olivia ordes '23 gets feedback from Ms. Harris-Marcus.

ONE/ Head of the English Deporment Ms.HorrisMarcus helps Maeve O'Neil '27 work on her essay.

TWO/ Eighth graders in Ms. Thurm's class engaging a lively discussion THREE/ Juniors using the white board to write their questions about "The Great Gatsby."

Miss Lily Carse graduated from Villa Duchesne in 2017, going on to attend the University of Tulsa and earning her bachelor's degree. Fresh out of college, Miss Carse decided that she wanted to come back home to St. Louis and continue her

t-,lcareer where it all started. In the 2021 school year, she was hired as a history teacher, eager to return to the school she knew and loved so dearly, and excited to have the chance to influence and aid young girls preparing for college. When asked how it felt to return to Villa, Miss Carse answered with "at first it was weird because I had to call all my teachers by their first names, but overall it's been a joy getting to see all of the current students make memories, and getting the chance to make new ones of my own. Villa is unique, makes us think, allows us to become amazing and accomplished women, and I missed it, even though it prepared me like nothing else for college." According to Miss Carse, "Villa is not just a school, it's a home."

WORLDS converge

In the exciting new school year, the History Department has implemented many new ideas, projects, and even faculty! Miss Carse, who graduated from Villa in 2017, and Mrs. Fitzgerald are both new additions to the Villa Duchesne faculty and staff, and have already begun contributing to making the Villa Duchesne environment happier and even more welcoming.

Mrs. Fitzgerald, having previously taught at Crossroads College Prep before coming to Villa was asked, "what made you want to come to Villa?" She said, "I wanted to come to Villa because I have the opportunity to work with dedicated, bright, young women, seeking knowledge and ready to change the world." When asked about her teaching methodology, she said, "I just try to talk to you guys!" She also mentioned that her favorite part of Villa is the "students" but "my personal request is to please put a Peloton in the gym!"

The new teachers are still continuing to feel more and more at home at Villa, and have already succeeded in making it an even better place for the entire student body.

ONE/ World Civilizations student Katie Crump '22 is shown utilizing Mr. Livingston's annotation and highlighting method while completing her class work. TWO/ Mr. Livingston, who teaches students in World Civilizations and II, A.P. Government, and Contemporary History, instructs the freshman class of 2025, and gives them an idea of what history classes will be like at Villa at a high school level THREE/ Student Anna Winter '23 takes reprieve in the Think Tonk located in the science wing while finishing up her history paper for Mrs. Fitzgerald.

FOUR/ Mrs. Fitzgerald assists Carys Canepa '23 with a research paper she is wring for her U.S. History class on propogondo from WWI and WWII FIVE/ Wold Civilizations student Ella Anthon '22 works hard to complete her work that Mrs. Kaplan hos assigned her. SIX/ Among others in her class, Heidi Fesler '22 and her classmates study closely while listening to a lecture from Mr. Livingston SEVEN/ Students Charlotte Mun '22 and Katie Crump '22 confide in Mr. Livingston as they complete their first quarter final projects for World Civilizations I EIGHT/ Mrs. Kaplan watches from afar as Ella Anthon '22 concentrates while taking notes during class.

Newly elected Department Chair, Mr. Livingston, who recently joined the department in 2019, shared his thoughts on the pandemic at the beginning of the first semester. When asked "what changes have you as a teacher had to make in order to adapt to Covid-19 once again?" Livingston responded with, "on top of everything, wearing masks has been the hardest thing to adapt to due to Covid-19. Just the other day, I had a student ask me multiple times to repeat something, which would not happen if I wouldn't have been restricted by a mask." Mr. Livingston also gave the team some insight on his ideas for being welcoming to incoming students; when asked "what specific things are you doing with the freshman classes in order to get them excited about history at Villa?" He responded, "in class, we made and stenciled play-dough, which resembled the tablets of the Egyptians and the artwork that appears in the pyramids in everyday use. One of my goals this year is to use things of the present day to help them to understand and explain the past."

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The Wodd Languages Department welcomed some new and old faces this year. Traveling all the way from Ohio, Senora Ramirez joined the department as a Spanish teacher. The main reason she chose to teach at Villa was through her meeting of Senora Begley, and their immediate recognition and appreciation of each other's craft.

Although this is her first year teaching all girls, Ramirez fits in well with the community. Senora Ramirez refers to her new teaching position as, "The best job I've ever had." When asked what her favorite things about Villa were, Ramirez responded, "two things: the students, I really like working with them and the other teachers and administration are awesome too."

Stepping in mid-school year for Senora Begley, Senora Luchini came back to Villa after only one semester of retirement. Although she was enjoying her time off, Luchini knew the girls would benefit from her return.

ONE/ Writing the vocabulary words • on the board, Madame Durbin { teaches her class the foundation of French. She goes in depth to ensure • l her students will be prepared for the quiz. Her French 11 class studies through partner work guided by a Madame. TWO/ Teaching the rigorous AP course, Senora Begley reads over the textbook lo her smal class of two. After semester one, Senora sadly left Villa and returne to her former school of MICDS.

THREE/ Colleen McKillip '24 says "French 2 hos changed my leornin curriculum in a positive and riveting manner, which enhanced my vocabulary extensively and my relationship with the Junior co. captain of French club, Gigi McDaniel' class with all year levels in it, ii hos taught us to be more inclusive, patient, and flexible." FOUR/ With c of excellent studying skills Charlotte Brown '26 prepares for her French test. Color coding her reading be prepared for the assessment. FIVE/ Braving AP Spanish V Bella Sansone '22 and Anna Wiss '22 lone They stick with it even with the transfer of teachers from Senora Begley to Senora Luchini. Luchini retire Villa last year, but returned when we needed her most.

EIGHT/ To celebrate the Hispanic holiday of Dia de los Muerlos, Elizabeth Meyer '27 and Ella Clayton '27 create colorful tissue paper flowers.

NINE/ The Spanish Club held a fun meeting to celebrate Dias de las Muerlos and traditions.

Gertrude Habel '27 and Gertrude Redmond '27 practice their face painting skills on Maeve O'Neil '27.

I/Hench Club member Elsa line'22 follows in the footsteps of the artist duo Christo and JeannaClaude who wrapped I'Arc de Troimphe by wrapping a statue in front of the castle. SEVEN/ Rahel Singer '23 and Ava Bruster '23 whip up some French crepes. The middle school and high school enjoyed cooking together with ingredients they brought from strawberries to chocolate.

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aONE/ Tea Grulnik '27 and Trudy Redmond '27 annotate and help each other find the meaning of the passage.

1TWO/ In Mrs. Olivira's seventh grade religion class, Lauren Hagan '27 elects on the importance of her personal relationship with God. THREE/ Molly Kreikemeier '27 shores her intellectual intake with her classmates.

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The eleventh grade Morality class traveled to Operation Food Search as a way to give back and live out Goal Three which teaches the importance of a social awareness that impels students and faculty alike to action.

Operation Food Search is an organization which donates food and tries to end hunger in the Saint Louis area. They are the largest distributor of free food in bi-state region. The class spent their afternoon packing cans, boxed foods, and other non-perishable items for families in need of these products that do not have immediate access to them. Others checked dates to make sure food was not expired before the packages were sent off. This process gave the eleventh grade a new sense of how important it is to serve others.

Mrs. Oliveria, one of the teachers who went on the trip stated, "I was so grateful that we were able to do hands-on service to benefit members of our St. Louis community. Our students worked quickly and efficiently as they sorted and packaged donations, and they brought positive attitudes to the experience. Operation Food Search has a beautiful mission to help feed our neighbors in need, and it was a blessing to contribute to that mission in some small but meaningful way."

The Junior class packaged and stored so many boxes to help people in need. Stella Scudieri, a student from the eleventh grade said, "it was a great experience because I got to get a look at the real world problems of today. Working alongside my fellow students and teachers made me more appreciative for what I have and how I love to help others." Overall, this trip was a good experience for the Junior class to get a good understanding of those less fortunate in circumstances.

FOUR/ Abbie Adorjan '27 discussing with her classmate and expressing their thoughts about the topic in Religion class. FIVE/ Gertie Habel '27, Elizabeth Meyer '27, and Gracie Brennan '27 working well and helping each other get lo the bollom of the theme and message of the passage SI!/ Sophie Ahlering '27 and Maeve O'Neil '27 reading the passage together finding specific quotes to relate back to the theme of religion class. Academics

ONE/ Anna Ramey 23' looks of conned food to check for expiration dotes. TWO/ Gigi Edwards 23' and Elle Jones 23'lace packaged food in bags.

Hannah Brown 23' Gigi Edward 23' Elle Jones 23', and Maddie Thompson 23' place food in cant.

Anna Winter 23' tokes packaged food out of paper bogs. FIVE/ Maddie Thompson 23' places Operation Food Search bogs in boxes getting ready to be sent off.

Creative@ossroads

Two incredibly talented seniors, Kate Decker and Kate Fesler have completed many amazing art classes here at Villa and are taking their creativity to the business world. Both Kates mention that their love for art formed at a very young age with a wide range of styles. Fesler says, "My favorite style is realism because I enjoy the detail that is associated with it." Decker says, "My favorite style would be Graphic Design because I learned how to make digital art while using a design program called Adobe illustrator which is widely used in the real world." Both Kates started selling and creating art for others over quarantine and ever since then business has been great. Not only has their business blossomed, but also their love for art has created potential new paths of interest for the future.

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ONE/ Prior lo the school day Kate Decker '22 and Kate Fesler '22 are hard at work before the other students arrive. TWO/ Showing tremendous focus Gabby George '25 works on the beginning stages of her drawing. THREE/ Groce Oexeman '22 uses a scraper lo smooth out her latest ceramics project. She said, "the ant room gives me a place to feel peaceful and focus on the object in front of me without feeling the sensation of stress." FOUR/ Taylor Gibbs '2S receives some tips from Mrs. Sarro about how lo draw abstract objects. FIVE/ Moriah Morrow '22 listens lo music in the art wing during a free period while she works on her pointing. Also a student of photography, Moriah said, "I love to express myself through the pictures toke." SIX/ Katie Crump '25 in the zone while starting her sketch. SEVEN/ Bennett Janosky '25 contemplates her next move for her new project.

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Live and In Concert

Bella Sansone "Show choir is one of my favorite parts about Villa because have gotten to know and become really dose with girls from every grade with the same interests as me. It's really comforting to know we all have each others backs and working towards the same goal. am so excited for my final Spring Spec this year and hopefully experiencing some more solo opportunities to strengthen my confidence in performing."

Bella Sansone '22

Olivia Mattingly "In 7th grade I joined Show Choir lo meet new people and I'm glad did. have met some of my closest friends as well doing the thing love: singing!" Olivia

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Greta Donnelly "I like Show Choir because it's a super fun way lo celebrate my love for music and performance while also growing closer with my peers. am most looking forward to this year's Spring Spectacular performance because it is always such a blast and a great showcase of everyone's talent."

Greta Donnelly '23

Ali Burke "I love Show Choir because it provides a sale space for a group of people that have the same passion for singing and dancing. It's so fun lo grow closer with younger classmates that you don't see everyday. I'm most excited for Spring Spectacular and making it the best one we've ever had."

Ali Burke '22

mates and teachers. I'm so excited to experience the amazing things that know my classmates and are capable of." Bea

Bussen '24

THREE/ The Villa girls welcoming summer with open arms FOUR/ Villa Voce tipping a hat to the audience as they sing and dance to "The Sunny Side of the Street FIVE/ Mrs. Kuhn directing the middle school choir during the extrovogonl Christmas concert.

SIX/ A small group representing the fun winier activities by dressing up as o fun loving snowman.

SEVEN/ Show choir hitting their final pose at the Christmas concert.

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One of the most dedicated members of the Villa Show Choir is senior Ellie Carani. Carani has been a part of Villa Voce for all six years of her Villa Duchesne academic career. When asked why she has stuck with Show Choir for so long, Carani states "I have continued with Show Choir for so long because of the amazing teachers and it brings me closer to my classmates and lower classmates, building bonds with people at Villa who I never thought I would be close with!" Show Choir mixes in each grade, middle school through high school, allowing students of all ages to build bonds they may not have been able to form on their own. The teachers of Villa Voce provide a platform for students to reach their full potential and pursue their musical related dreams. When asked who is someone that you look up to, Carani responds "I wouldn't say there's a specific singer that I look up to but I look up to my teacher a lot and aspire to be like her, she is always so happy, singing whenever, and is so confident with herself." Carani claims that Show Choir has been a key part in her love of singing, and that she hopes to continue her singing career in the future.

"I like singing with my friends and love hearing the talent of other students in our school."

Anna Wiss '22

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Bea Bussen "Performing Arts has always been a sale place for me; it's where feel like myself. signed up for Show Choir to learn more about music and singing but alter taking the class realized have gained much more than just knowledge. Show Choir provides me with a space to learn and grow while surrounded by some of the kindest, most accepting people at Villa. Not only do get to do whot love, but feel apprecioted by my doss

ONE/ The Villa girls showing off their talents outside to the students passing by on o nice

TWO/ Mrs. Kuhn passionately demonstrating the choreography for the Villa Voce.

The Barat house is named after St. Madeleine Sophie Barat, foundress of the Society of the Sacred Heart. Because she was born during a fire, the motto is "Eluceat omnibus lux", which means "Let the light shine out from all." The Fleur-de-lis is a symbol of France and St. Louis. Irises, the house flower, are the national flower of France.

The Duchesne house is named after St. Rose Philippine Duchesne, foundress of Sacred Heart schools in America.

Fittingly, the house flower is a rose. The anchor symbol represents her long, rough journey coming to America. The house motto is "Aut viam inveniam aut faciam" which means "I will either find a way or make one."

The Jenkins house is named after Sr. Mary Louise Jenkins. Sr. Jenkins was always known as a bubbly and welcoming person. Representing joy, the house flower is a gerber daisy. The trident is a symbol of solidarity because she never gave up. The house motto is Ad astra per aspera", which means "through adversity to the stars."

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The Stuart house is named after Sr. Janet Erskine Stuart. The house flower is a lily, which symbolizes piety and devotion. Stuart was dedicated to caring for her large family after a tragedy. The motto is "Dum spiro spero" which means "while I breathe, I hope." The leaf symbol represents her love for flora and fauna and dedication to nature.

ONE/ The sophomore Duchesne Maison is proud of their welcome signs to their little house sisters. Providing donuts for +heir meeting, Mr. Livingston's maison knows how to make their sisters feel welcomed. TWO/ With a big smile on her face, senior Ava Gueck '22 tapes up her sign to make her house sister feel loved. THREE/ Vitoria Rivera '22 spreads her Villa love and demonstrates her senior leadership by welcoming the younger grades. FOUR/ Preparing to hove breakfast with their seventh grade Duchesne sisters, Duchesne comes bearing delicious gifts.

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explains what she believes is the significance of her house motto. She says, let the light shine out from all" is representative of all of the love and joy see doily in my classmates, especially when we take part in traditions like conge.

Margot, lives out her house motto through her life, she says, "I live this quote out in my lite by staying persistent when wont to achieve a goal. The ability to overcome adversity in order to reach a goal is so important. With the Duchesne house here at Villa, hove been able to look to house sisters for help, advice, and encouragement to reach my goals. l's so important to hove a supportive group of people behind you to help guide you through life and my Duchesne sister do just this.'

be wearing their shirts on Friday! When asked what the Jenkins house motto means to her, junior Kate soys, "I have learned that when times are tough, or om facing adversity, by reaching out to both my Jenkins sisters and my twin sister, a solution will be found. We are stronger together, and with one another by our sides, we con reach for the stars!

represent their house proudly. When asked about what her house motto means to her, junior Seraphia says, "Stuart's motto, for me, reminds me to relax and focus on my goals and schoolwork while putting myself in the right heodspoce for my responsibilities. My maison peers help me with this as we all work on communicating with each other and helping us through difficult times in school and life."

Stuart sisters Dorothea Weingan '27 and Seraphia Weingart '23

Jenkins sisters Lillian Hale '23 ad Kathleen Hale '23 can always be counted on to

Duchesne sisters Georgia Leary '23 and Margot Leary '26 rock the green on house shirt days. Middleschooler

Cecelia Kraeger '23, Grace Kraeger '25 and Elizabeth Kraeger '23 show off their house shirts. Freshman Grace Kroeger

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Always a highlight of the year, Philly Week, Villa's version of a Philanthropy/Spirit Week, got an unexpected extension thanks to Mother Nature. Phily week started on a Thursday with the dual themes of "Anything but a Backpack" and "Guy Fieri Day." Creativity was abundant as students brought in everything from wheelbarrows, shopping carts, a mini pool, and even a microwave to use in lieu of a backpack.

The excitement continued with the Hollywood vs. Hippie theme on Friday. This brought a mix of long ball gowns, fur coats and jewels and a combination of floral pants and peace signs. After a weekend break during which individual classes hosted grade events, the adventure started again on Monday finding students decked out in leather or surf gear for "Harley vs Hurley Day." Tuesday's theme was "Dress Like the First Letter ofYour Name." The students went all out for this theme and the costumes were a school year bright spot. Phily Week took a turn with unexpected snow days meaning coveted days off of school. Our extended Phily week eventually concluded after almost two weeks with

Phily week gets its name from both the word philanthropy and prominent, early Sacred Heart Sister, Rose Philippine Duchesne. The students focused on charitable giving to others and growing their bond with the community. Both ideas were captured this year with fundraising and service projects directed for Kidsmart, a local organization whose mission is to empower children in need to succeed in school by providing free essential tools for learning. Head of service-learning Ms. Wiss says "Villa's partnership with KidSmart ensures that students in our community have what they need to be excited about learning. It's really that simple - kids need school supplies to optimize their success in school."

ONE/ Winning over the crowd, the eighth grade class performs their rendition of the school song. Complete with o rap, multiple Pitbulls, and exciting t choreography, they quickly became the clear favorite.

TWO/ Winners of best costumes overall Kathleen Hale'23 ad Lillian Hale '23 contrast each other in the best woy possible for Hollywood vs Hippie. THREE/A great turn out for the basketball Pink Ribbons Gil's game. Students, alumni, and parents all showed up in pink to support the Saints FOUR/ Dressed up on theme, Astronaut Ava Gued'22 Justin Bieber Julia Schmitt '22 and Nun Norah Weismiller '22 dress as the first letter of their name.

FIVE/ Celebrating their Door Decor Unum victory, Ms Sarra's Junior Stuart house crowds around their winning door design. This group competed against 23 other moisons for this wonder and owe themed competition. SIX/ Stars of the junior sang and dance, Stella Scudieri'23 and Olivia Mattingly'23 pose as they enjoy other grade's performances SEVEN/ Giving up their ahternoon, these girls volunteered after school at KidSmart. Villa high school students work in the KidSmart warehouse preparing school supplies for distribution to St. Louis oreo schools. EIGHT/ Senior Lauren Dunn'22 poses as lady Gago wearing the infamous meat dress, winning the dress-up competition for that particular day.

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It was another typical Spring in St. Louis, where the weather bounced back and forth between sunshine and rain, warm temperatures and cold all week long leading up to Friday's annual Field Day event. Luckily, the weather behaved and we were blessed with a gorgeous sunny day.

This year's event had teams competing within their maisons which offered a great bonding opportunity for the students who normally just see one another at morning assembly and the occasional homeroom. The morning was aflutter with games, crafts, music, gouter, and laughter as everyone settled in to their routine. The afternoon became quite more serious as the 8x100 relay race garnered some serious efforts from both the runners and the wildly cheering spectators alike. Furthermore, the day's final event, tug-of-war, really captured the wining spirit and the give-it-your-all mindset that ultimately led to a Junior class victory.

The sophomores are receiving a little extra help, as the senior class cheers them on during the tug-of-war match. FIVE/ Coroline Bush '22 eresents the first leg

SIX/ Representing the 7th grade on the soccer pitch Sophia Rebstok '27 asses the ball in style. The seventh graders were some of the most testive participants when it came to their outfits.

SEVEN/ I really loved Field Day this year because we participated with our maisons; it felt more like a team effort, said Olivia Decker '24. Here she is delivering her signature pitch with a massive smile. EIGHT/ Showing off her impressive goalie skills Elle Prograis '26 defends her learn's goo I. NINE/ Freshman Meghan Niemeyer '25 and Laura Goldschmidt '22 prepare for the next hit in volleyball. TEN/ Fist bumping for their final field day, seniors Gabby Milne '22, Marykate Stephens '22, Ava Simon '22, and Emma Haas '22 share a big grin.

ONE/ Maiya Smith '23 waits for her pitch during the wiffle ball game. Even with one hand, she ripped o line drive down the third base side TWO/ After a quick sprint Sydney Aker '22 hands the baton over to Mattilee Frechmann '22. THREE/ Eager to get the boll, Elizabeth Kraeger '23 and Margo Shoen '24 battle it out. FOUR/

of the Bx 00 relay. Although she got o great jump, the freshman class overpowered the entire field ond won by a landslide.

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April Fools!!! What at first was believed to be an epic April Fool's prank turned into five letters- CONGE- changing Villa into Squirrel World and making it the happiest school on earth for the day! Conge, a French word meaning "day of fun," is the favorite day of the year for most Villa students.

At the conclusion of an all-school mass, the gym erupted in music as a marching band burst onto the scene, the members of student council threw candy and beads into the audience, and before we knew it, the visiting priest was juggling fire.

Playing off of a Disney World theme, Squirrel World came complete with maps dividing the Villa campus into different activity areas. Creativity was plentiful as the areas included Barat Bubble Bonanza for bubble soccer on Condie Field, Philippine's Phunky Town with its blow-up obstacle course, Mary Louise's Mad World filled with fun games on the pool deck, Rebecca's Rave Room filled with black lights, body paint and dance music and for sugar nourishment, Sophie's Snack Shop included delicious theme park treats including snow cones, pretzels, cotton candy, and funnel cake.

The day culminated with a mind-blowing magic show and riotous Janet's Jousting Jamboree as members of each class battled it out with blow-up jousts in the pool. Squirrel World Conge was truly magical and clearly no joke!

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FIVE/ Juniors rock out in Rebecca's Rove Room. SIX/ After students found out it was Conge during Mass, they walked out to find the visiting priest juggling fire SEVEN/ Seniors react hysterically to Mr. Fressolo's spontaneous cartwheels.

Representing their grades, Hannah Brown '23 and Brooke Beste '22 hight in the pool jousting to finish off the day. NINE/ Mr. Fressolo surprises the school with his hidden talent of cartwheeling TEN/ Iuy Miller '25 and Heidi Fesler '25 plunge into the gym revealing it's Conge with the marching band.

ONE/ Student Council members Grace Hanson '24 Caty Jane Hayes '24, and Mkinley Birenbaum '27 pose for a picture with Sophie the Squirrel. TWO/ Ella Anthon '24 and Grace Benac '24 spend time dancing in Rebecca's Rove Room. THREE/ Anna Winter'23 wobbles around Condie Field during Bubble Soccer FOUR/ \While watching the Jousting Jamboree Mary Kate Stephens '22 Kate Fesler '22 and other seniors cheer on their grade.

As one of the oldest traditions at Villa Duchesne and Oak Hill School, Christmas Basket Mass becomes filled with more smiles every year. Run completely by volunteers, which included alums, Varsity Club members, parents, and even some of our own faculty and staff, this event continues to remind our community what the true meaning of the Christmas season is; giving to those in need by using the resources that God has given us. The Villa Campus Minister, Mrs. Jen MacArthur, wants to provide everyone with the chance to participate in the mass and basket collection in any way they would prefer. Whether it's taking baskets from cars, organizing baskets already collected, reading in mass, or delivering the baskets to their final destinations, there is a place for everyone when it comes to the season of giving, as the Basket Mass tradition portrays.

ONE/ Mrs. MacArthur, Villa's very own campus minister, closely embraces Grace Hanson '22 ad Ella

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Slow and Steady

The incessant hammering, banging, clanging, and thumping of the construction crews is just another normal day at Villa. At first it was annoying, but now it is just part of the normal daily routine, so much so that students no longer even recognize the sounds.

The noise, of course, is also a welcomed backdrop to the school day because it represents the growth of the school and the future Schaefer Student Life Center, which will offer so much for the entire community.

Progress has been slow, but steady and it is remarkable to come back from an extended weekend, or Easter break and see how much has been accomplished in just a few short days away. Proof that things are moving right on schedule.

The most intriguing portion of the construction, based upon general conversation, has been the "green" scaffolding that rises as the building rises. Students are amazed how quickly the workers walk back and forth on such tiny little beams, with such grace and confidence.

Christmas . ------- w"The Castle

Despite the troubles of COVID this year, Villa managed to pull off a dance for the high school in the Kenefick Gym. Previously known as Fall Ball or the Turkey Ball, this year's theme brought a fresh approach - breaking barriers - to an old tradition. Most importantly, students enjoyed the opportunity to have a night of dressing up and hanging out with their fellow students and faculty.

Sophomore Ella Anthon said, "It was so fun to see our whole school in a different environment."

While Christmas in the Castle did require masks, students still managed to have fun. Mr. Livingston even made an appearance as Santa and Mrs. Harris-Marcus sported an elf costume! Beyond those special guests, the dance also included a digital photo booth and a 360° video camera, therefore students were able to capture the best memories from the evening.

ONE/ Hope Kleeman '24 and Claire Garton '24 take a dancing video with the 360 camera. TWO/ Elizabeth Kraeger '23, Georgia Leary '23 Olivia Mattingly '23, and Carys Canepa '23 pose for the photo booth. THREE/ Mr. Livingston was jollier than ever dressed up as Santo Claus. FOUR/ Norah Weismiller '22 uses the jump rope mode out of glow sticks on the dance floor. FIVE/ Seniors and Mr. Powell toke o break from dancing to the Beatles to smile for the camera. SIX/ Sophomores and their dotes form o massive conga line around the dance floor SEVEN/ Madelyn Mall '24 London Weiler '24 Gabriella Fekl '24 and Gillian McDaniel '24 toke in the

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"could not have been a bigger hit," according to Katherine Roderick '23, who is a prominent member of Student Council and a proud attendee of Villa. The night was full of dancing, singing, and taking fun pictures with friends throughout the Magic House venue. Everlasting memories were made among friends, and the event was a great way to get the classes together to bond. Everyone is looking forward to next year, although Disco Prom will certainly be hard to one-up!

ONE/ Seniors toke o break from the dance floor for o group shot. Carlie Croak '22 loved how special senior prom felt with all of her friends. TWO/ Busting out their best moves Emma Haas '22, Allison Smith '22, and Bella Fehl '22 celebrate prom. Emma says that it was so fun having prom at the Magic house because there was so much to do THREE/ "Peace up says senior Ava Guek '22 as she throws up a peace sign FIVE/ The D] is approved by Matilee Frechmann '22, Emma Haas '22, and a date as they dance the night away.

ONE/ All dressed up in long bright colored dresses, Katie Ignazik '22, Ellie Carani '22, and Clare Andres '22 pose for picture TWO/ Elizabeth Kraeger '23 ond her dole explore the Magic House and find themselves in the Judical Branch THREE/ Swimmer friends Kate Fesler '22 ad Liza Brown '23 reunite for o prom picture. FOUR/Juniors Mia Barren '23, Katherine Roderik '23, and Olivia Mattingly '23 gel in light for o snap. FIVE/ The coordinated couple, Lilly Rommocher '23 and her dole, pose for the camera SIX/ Looking up, Hannah Brown '23, eelia Kraeger '23, Gigi Edwards '23, Elle Jones '23, and Grace Krekeler '23 are grinning big for prom. SEVEN/ Juniors Carys Canepa '23, Anna Winter '23, Olivia Mattingly '23, and Georgia Leary '23 gather around the backdrop.

TWO DANCES one weekend

The Father-Daughter Dance is a tradition loved by all, yet this year brought on a new twist. Every year, the daughters and their fathers enjoy a special night full of dinner and dancing, however this year it was switched from one all-school dance to two dances, separating middle school and high school: high schoolers at the Coronado (instead of the Ritz) and middle schoolers in Kenefick gym.

This new set up resulted in mixed feelings, including Kate Decker ·22who said "while it would have been nice to be all together, it was nice for my sister Lexie to have that one-on-one time with our dad," and her sister in middle school, Lexie Decker "26, who stated "having sisters in high school, I wanted to spend time with them and my dad. Also it would definitely be more fun if we were at the Coronado together and not in the gym." On the other hand, high schoolers who do not have sisters in middle school enjoyed this split, which shows both the positive and negative aspects of two separate dances.

At the high school dance, the Coronado was lacking in tables for dinner, but that did not stop everyone from enjoying the night, as most people were busy dancing for the duration of the event with the live band who repeatedly gave shout outs, making everyone want to dance more. By splitting middle school and high school, we were able to break free of Covid barriers for the night, returning to a normal Father-Daughter Dance with no restrictions.

ONE/ Ellie Carani '22 spends the whole night having fun an the dance floor with her dad and friends TWO/ The middle schoolers enjoy posing tor a group picture while dancing in Kenefick Gy THREE/ Lorraine Prey '22 enjoys spending quality time with her dad and friends all nigh: FOUR/ Grae Oexeman '22 spends the night dancing, saying "I get to hove fun with my dad, which will be a special memory forever. FIVE/ The class of 23 lake a brief break from dancing ta pose for a picture, including Rachel Singer who states that this tradition is one of her favorites because, it's so much fun to get dressed up and dance with my dad and my friends SIX/ The senior class enjoys one last Father-Daughter Dance, with the final group photo of the whale grade having ta be taken from the balcony above in order to fit everyone in the picture SEVEN/ Norah Weismiller 22 savors one lasl dance with her dad and says this tradition is meaningful la her because, "if's a time ta band with my dad and spend time with my class. EIGHT/ Elsa Cline '22 enjoys the first dance of the night with her father, stating that, "for me, it's an opportunity to celebrate a special time with my dad. We are both always so busy, and its nice just to spend time together having fun! I'll be gone next year and the Father-Daughter Dance is o great memory. NINE/ The classes of '26 and '27 have fun dancing together to the Cupid Shuffle. TEN/ Members of the class of '22 sit dawn far a minute after spending the whole night dancing.

First _ FridayPickles'

Another fun tradition has been added to our list of Villa Duchesne's many: the pickle hunt! Based upon the story of Sofie's favorite gouter, the pickle has become a new symbol for the community. The new tradition is divided by the houses; each house having its designated pickle ornament that gets hidden on the first Friday of every month! Students race around the school, looking in all the bizarre spots that they can think of to try and find these pickles. The pickle hunt was meant to be an all-day hunt but that was quickly forgotten as some students would find the pickles right when they got to school, sometimes before 7 AM! Whoever is first to find the pickle has to take a selfie and forward it to Mrs. Kaplan for the award.

Each pickle is decorated in house colors so the students know which pickle to be looking for. Once the pickles have been found, delicious cookies are distributed to the winners. In a way, it's finding one gouter to receive another!

ONE/ Lauren Pelikan '27 and Cecelia Wasson '27 smile with their pickle from the library representing the Stuart House. TWO/ Luy Littlepage '24 found the Jenkins pickle that was hidden in o classroom.

THREE/ Senior Ava Guek '22 smiles with the pickle she found in the science wing. FOUR/ An example of what the goody bog looks like. As each of the students collect their houses pickles, they also receive a key chain, a pencil, and a sticker. FIVE/ This is the pickle that represents the Stuart House. The ornament was delicately pointed by the student council SIX/ Bella Redd '24 smiles with her house's pickle and her prize. SEVEN/ Madeline Kreikemeier '24 proudly shows off her pickle that she found in the art wing near the goat statue.

Godspell

The Musical Production

Mrs. Kuhn had the pleasure of choreographing her first high school musical. She states, "I have been working at Villa for ten years, so this play was especially exiting." The play is called Godspell and it was performed on the front steps of the school due to the theater renovations. Even though everyone wished the new theater would be finidhed, they set up the play perfectly to fit the setting. Mrs. Kuhn says, "doing any production, let alone a musical, outside poses challenges like our dress rehearsal getting rained out! However, opening night the skies cleared up and it turned out to be a truly magical experience under the stars." Mrs. Kuhn says her favorite song was called "God Save The People" and she gives a special shutout to senior Lauren Dunn '22 who played Jesus and sang the song beautifully. Mrs. Kuhn is also proud of our ensemble who all came together to make the show perfect. A lesson taken from this play was given by Mrs. Kuhn saying "we can all use a reminder to spread joy and love to those around us."

ONE/ Bea Bussin '24 pleases the crowd with her extraordinary ukulele solo. Her middle school ukulele class background came in handy for preparing for this important role. TWO/ Kneeling down in front of Lauren Dunn '22, Gretta Donnelly '23 pleads for her forgiveness.

THREE/ Participating in a duet with two bays from brother schools, Lily Romacher '23 and Grae Gori '25 reform their choreography perfectly.

FOUR/ All singing together with corresponding choreography that leaves the audience stunned with Lily Romatcher '23 leading the group

For the first performance from the middle school this year, the eighth graders recreated the Tony Award winning musical, Matilda. The main character Matilda, played by Audrey Quereshi'26, is an astonishing little girl with incredible wit and talent. Unloved by her cruel parents, she finds comfort in her lovable teacher Mrs. Honey, played by Harper Hall'26. Throughout the course of the play, Matilda is able to use her psychokinesis powers in order to prevent her cruel headmistress who hates children and loves harsh punishments, Mrs. Trunchbull, played by Regan Pullian'26, from putting her fellow students in harms way. The eighth grade recreation of Matilda was packed with high-energy dance numbers, catchy songs, and very talented young performers.

While much of the play is humorous, Box, is a serious play about serious issues that face many middle-schoolers today. Themes of finding yourself, fitting in, and being resilient to the harsh world around you contributes to the play's overall messaging. With a special focus on the Sacred Heart Goal +, the play offers an opportunity to question and continue dialog about very important matters and how we can create a stronger community based upon those conversations.

Without a working theater this year, the play actually took place in the library, a transformation that was both difficult, and yet very creative on the part of the staff and crew. Their was great enthusiasm for the cast to try something new and from this experience came some original ideas that broke the barriers of the standard theater experience.

ONE/ Hamida Dickerson '27 pours out hhe emotion in this very touching scene. TWO/ That's a wrap! The cast and crew pose one last time to celebrate a wonderful and challenging performance.

ONE/ Dancing on the stage, Luy Fehlner'26 and Ellen Landsbaum '26 hold hands to balance as they perform. TWO/ Passing around git boxes, Mckenzie Durbin '26 Lexi Decker'26, and Claire Collins '26 laugh and have fun as they oct out their scene. THREE/ The young actresses raise their hands to the sky as they conclude their final number. FOUR/ Captivating the audience Audrey Qureshi '26, playing the main character Matilda, recites her lines acting as she is reading from a book. FIVE/ Holding a delicious chocolate cake, Margot Finney '26, is prepared for Bruce, played by Nina Lovett '26 to devow the entire thing.

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This year's Junior Ring ceremony was most certainly blessed with a sunny spring day - the best type of weather one could hope for on this special day. But the day is not merely about how pretty it is. The actual rings serve as a symbol of community and connections throughout all the Sacred Heart schools. All over the world, other Sacred Heart sisters, that we are yet to meet, have this same symbol and ring on their finger connecting us all together. "This ring is so special to me and my family, because my mom graduated from Villa, the ring is especially valuable. Now that I have my ring, I feel even more connected to my mom and all others who walked these halls before me!" said Junior Liza Brown.

Inside each ring - a different engraving - some have their initials, their full name, and graduation year. After receiving the rings, the juniors go to a luncheon at Bellerive Country Club to celebrate with friends and family.

"Junior Ring is always the most awaited day by the junior class. It' is such an amazing way to represent our school and the sacred heart community through these rings. I loved watching the video of all of us growing up from baby pictures to now. It reminds me of how much time we have left and that we are getting older day by day," said junior Georgie Edwards. This day was truly a spectacular day for the junior class at Villa.

ONE/ Margaret Bub '23 and her mother are smiling at the luncheon waiting tor their food to arrive. TWO/ Avery Walbrandt '23 s posing in front of the decorations at the luncheon. THREE/ Sophya Qureshi '23 keeping the family tradition alive. Both she and her mom pose with their rings. FOUR/ Caroline Poter '23 admiring her new ring with her friends.

FIVE/ Lilly Rammacher '23 and her brother fist bump and hove a laugh after he presents her the junior ring. SIX/ Hannah Brown '23, Georgie Edwards '23, and Elle Jones '23 all pose with their new bling SEVEN/ Abigail Schneller '23, Stella Sudieri '23, and Elizabeth Brown '23 smiling and eagerly waiting for the video of them growing up to be ployed.

EIGHT/ The Junior class is all smiles on the front steps after a beautiful moss and ring ceremony.

PRIZEpay

Goal One

Abby Schneller '23

Victoria O'Leary '24

Grace Gori '25

Hope Lowery '26

Lila Lowery '27

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Madelyn Schoedel '23

Veronica Gregory '24

Lucy Zschoche '25

Nora McLaughlin '26

Ella Clayton '27

Goal Three Ryan Harper '23

Mili Garcia '24

Ava Olive '25

Josephine Bussen '26

Whitney Gross 27

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Mia Barrett '23

Caty Jane Hayes '24

Victoria Sansone '25

Elle Prograis '26

Mary Claire Schwaneke '27

Goal Five

Carys Canepa '23

Ella Robson '24

Margaret Farra '25

Bridgett Hoff '26

Josie Weis '27

ONE/ Caeley Wilson '24 accepts her 0th grade Theology Award with a big, bright smile. TWO/ Excited to close their freshman year off with prize day, Anna Lederman '25 Ellen Shweppe '25, and Eleanor Petersen '25 smile for the camera. THREE/ Molly Kreikemeier '27 and Whitney Gross '27 share a moment right after the ceremony to congratulate one another. Molly was the winner of the 7th grade Theology Award. FOUR/ Greta Donnelly '23 was the recipient of several awards. Here she accepts her Performing Ants Aword FIVE/ Proud to receive her award McKenzie Durbin '26 walks bock to her moison table. SIX/ Mrs. Fitzgerald is blown away for her selection by the th grade student body. She was selected for her teaching excellence. SEVEN/ Georgia Leary '23 accepts her Theology Award.

ONE/ Elizabeth Kraeger '23 eilia Kraeger '23, and Georgie Edwards '23 enjoy a nice brunch and a little chit-chat before the ceremony begin. TWO/ Hope Lowery '26 receives her Gaol One award.

Setting UpSucces

Our inspiring women of volleyball had another incredible season. With numerous ups and downs, the Saints played till the very end, never quitting. With the restrictions from COVID last year, the Saints were finally relishing the vibrant sounds of an actual crowd. They were excited to get back into action and Senior Captain Alexandra Burke 22 had this to say about her volleyball career, "This season was sadly my last, however, personally I think it was the best season. We won a greater number of matches than previous seasons, with the help of our new coaches, Coach Jenny Dolan and Coach Meghan Donovan. I grew so close to my teammates and they are like family now.Though we did have really tough practices and matches, and worked very hard, we had so much fun doing it! I will miss volleyball so much and it was my best decision I made when joining the program." Facing diversity through many challenging events, the Saints came together as one and were united as one for the entire season. However, the highlight of their season was beating future State Champs, Westminster, in a tournament. Although other schools doubted the Saints' ability to win or would assume they were an "easy beat," their match against Westminster proved they could hang with the best. Unfortunately, the Saints eventually ended up falling to Westminster when it mattered most, during the District Championship, ending their season. All in all, it was a season full of great memories and experiences, ones in which the team hopes to replay to next season.

ONE/ Intimidating her opponents with her jump, Alexandra Burke '22 spikes the boll. The spike gains points for the team, pushing them towards a big win.

TWO/ Bumping the ball, Mattilee Frehmamn '22 arranges o perfect pass for her teammate to easily set the boll. Her determination to succeed helps to influence the team to work equally as hard. THREE/ Huddling together, the team prepares their game pion, eager to defeat their opponents with their spectacular skills FOUR/ Helping her teammate get the perfect spike, Megan Korte '22 sets the boll. She uses the open opportunity to get the point for their team FIVE/ Moving on her quick feet Matilee Frechmamnn '22 dives for the boll. The dive keeps their lead in the game and shows how determined she is to win SIX/ Doubling up Moriah Morrow '22 and Alexandra Burke '22 work together to get the point. Their ability to work together shows the competing team that they ore in it to win.

SEVEN/ Prepared for the ball Mattilee Frehmann '22 ready to get low to save the boll. She hos perfect form even when she hos to come up with her pion quickly. EIGHT/ Ready to get started, Alexandro Burke '22 Moriah Morrow '22 and Gabriela Milne '22 stand together while they wait. Their opponents from Bayless know these girls ore not ones to be messed with. NINE/ Cheering on one of their favorite seniors, Mattilee Frechmann '22 receives high fives from all of her teammates. Knowing she is leaving just next year, the team uses this Senior Night to celebrate the end of her high school career.

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Tennis has fought hard through many competitive matches this season led by new coach, and Villa alum, Alice Hobaugh '81. Alice has been playing competitive tennis continuously for about fifty years, including her high school stint at Villa, Saint Louis University, and the USTA while in the U.S. Navy. While she has no previous coaching experience, Alice is an exceptional tennis player and an encouraging coach. Coach Alice states, "We have had many competitive matches which will help the girls improve their play." The team ensures they support everyone throughout each other's matches, which is the difference between winning or losing close matches.

Senior, Carlie Croak states, "I love the coaches and the community."

This year, varsity moved from Class I to Class II, a significantly harder district. They defeated many competitive teams, including in the semi-finals, when the entire match came down to Isabel Behr's singles match. Villa was tied +-+ with Webster Groves, and Isabel was the last one playing. Isabel fought hard through her extremely close match, then ended up pulling off a win, winning the match for the whole team. They then proceeded to the District finals where they fought through every point, but eventually lost to Ladue's very strong team, winning second place in Districts overall.

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ONE/ The team gathers before a match lo watch Cooch Alice '81 show the proper fore-hand form. TWO/ Coach Alice '8 works on fore-hands with the team before their first match of the season. THREE/ Rachel Singer '23 serves to her opponent during her doubles match with Isobel. Rachel soys her favorite thing about tennis this season is "ploying doubles because all my partners ore super fun to ploy with!"

ONE/ Each match begins with the Villa cheer, continuing their tradition by putting their rackets in the middle of the circle TWO/ Varsity wins second place in Class Districts. Varsity moves to a harder District this year, and still pulls of a second place win. THREE/ During her doubles match Caroline Potter '23 talks to her partner Liza Brown '23 Caroline and Liza went to State in individuals FOUR/ The Junior Varsity team went almost undefeated this season, led by Cooch While and Coach Gale. FIVE/ Sophya Qureshi '23 patiently uses her lobs to outplay her opponents.

FOUR/ Carlie Croak '22 prepares to end the point with a short, angled volley. She said, we had a great group of girls and a great coach which allowed us to prosper this season." Carlie is known for her great oltitude ond always bringing the team spirit to each match. FIVE/ Isabel Behr '24 gets ready to volley her opponent's return while Rachel serves. Isabel states, "My favorite thing about tennis this season are the games al the end of practice." SIX/ Kiely McEnery '22 rips a fore-hand return during her singles match. Kiely soys her favorite part of this season was "ending the last four years strongly with o great team."

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ONE/ Cecelia Kraeger '23 hts the ball up the sideline after making a huge defensive tackle. Cecelia has been a crucial member of the Saints' defensive line this season. TWO/ Claire Douglass '22 prepares lo save a powerful MICDS shot on goal. This save was one of many that led the Saints' to a shutout victory in the Stole Championship game. THREE/ The Saints celebrate their second consecutive Stole Championship victory. This added to the long record of 3 stole titles. FOUR/ Gigi Edwards '23 sweeps the ball up the field, eventually causing the Saints to earn an offensive corner. Edwards said "Corners provided us with a lot of scoring opportunities this season.'

FIVE/ Elle Jones '23 asses the boll to Garner Hostnik '22 lo set up the corner ploy. This led the Saints lo draw another corner and eventually score.

SIX/ Katie Krump '25 carries the ball up the sideline while coach Kate Graht encourages her SEVEN/ The Saints hold up their well deserved trophy ofter on undefeated season.

IEIGHT/ Captains Claire Douglass '22 and Garner Hostnik '22 <hare a heartfelt hug alter ending their field hockey careers with their third state title. They won their previous titles in their freshman and junior years.

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8 It was a year of transition, with the loss of 5 key players, and the Saints had to uphold what legacy these members had left. As many senior leaders stepped up to the plate to contribute there were also some younger students that were key members to this State Championship winning team. Katie Crump, a young outside midfielder, was a great contributor to this winning team. Making key passes up the line to forwards Ella Anthon, Elle Jones, and Gigi Edwards. The Saints went into this season pushing through every game with a 20-2-2 record which earned their fourth State Championship in the last five seasons and the 12th in program history.

A motto for the Saints this season has been "full throttle" which truly kicked in during the State Championship playoffs. With high expectations for the team they had come together so much during the season. The whole team agrees that this year by far is the closest team Villa has ever had. This plays a big factor in how well they succeeded on the field.

Senior captain Julia Schmidt had this to say about their chemistry, "We all really truly cared for each-other and played for one another. It wasn't about individuals but rather playing together truly as a team. That motivation to do everything for each other is what gave us an incredible connection."

Adding on, senior captain Bella Sansone stated, "The closeness of our team is what contributed to our tremendous success this season leading to our State Championship. The chemistry between each player on the team created a fluidity for us all in each game to aid us in our great successes." A team is not just a group of people, it is a family. The Villa field hockey program is just that, a family.

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On October 19 at 4: 19 pm at the MSHSAA girls golf Class 1 State Championship, Ryan Harper was putting on the 18th hole. Waiting on the sidelines were the four seniors Emma Haas, Kate Decker, Lulu Klebe, and Kate Fesler, who had all already finished scoring their personal lowest scores. The victory was looking good for the team, before Ryan even finished. The Saints knew they had won. AS

Harper was walking off the last hole, the team flooded her with hugs and cheers. All five girls broke down into happy tears; they were all so proud of each other.

Lulu Klebe '22 said, "At that moment, seeing Ryan finishing, I was a ball of emotions. I had played with Ryan for the last 3 years and I knew that this would be the last time I would get to play with her. I could not help myself from crying when I ran up to hug her." Emma Haas '22 added "When I saw Ryan I immediately started to cry tears ofjoy, one because it was finally over and two because I knew that we would be leaving Ryan." Ryan Harper '23 was also flooded with emotion: "When my teammates ran up to me it was an overwhelming feeling ofjoy but also extreme sadness since this would be my last time g;er, t, playing with my teammates who went to State. It was definitely a moment I will remember for the rest of my life." The Villa team had won by 45 strokes, becoming the Class 1 girls golf State Champions. This was Villa's first golf State Championship in 11 years.

ONE/ Cheers! Emma Haas '22 Kate Decker '22 Lulu Klebe '22 Kate Fesler '22 and Ryan Haper '23 celebrate the state championship as a team. TWO/ Emma Haas '22 stands up to the boll on the th hole of stole. Emma soys "I took it hole by hole, stroke by stroke."

THREE/ Kate Fesler '22, Ryan Harper '23, and Bella Kisel '24 smile for a picture after a round at Forest Hills. FOUR/ Lilly George '22 throws up a piece sign, excited to see some support from her friends. FIVE/ Kate Fesler '22 ad Ryan Harper '23 start the walk down the longest hole of their home course Forest Hills Country club. Both Kate and Ryon agreed that Forest Hills is their favorite course to ploy. SIX/ Seraphia Weingant '23 and Cooch Tim deep in conversation on tweaking her golf swing. SEVEN/ Kate Deker '22 swings at a very tough shot out of the rough. EIGHT/ The fob five celebrates the first golf State Championship in 1] years NINE/ Kate Fesler '22 is focused while lining up a putt, making sure to get the read right.

There are what we call "rebuilding years" and there is this year's cross country season, which is in another category altogether. Without a coach to start the year, Coach Tim Deines had to step in and fill the role as leader, both instructing and actually recruiting athletes to run. Make no mistake about it, the team was small and at times inconsistent, having only three runners showing up to some meets, which does not even qualify a team score. But in spite of the rocky start and intermittent participation, several runners truly stood out and proved that one's passion to run is really the most important thing, after all.

For example, junior Rachel Singer took 3rd place at the Priory Invitational with a remarkable 24:51 time. Bea Bussen was also a consistent threat on the course as she garnered some great run times this season. Freshman newcomer Bennett Janosky also turned some heads with impressive times.

The team hopes to build some interest next year and should be more stable under the leadership of new coach, Mrs. Fitzgerald, who coached track this Spring and looks forward to helping with cross country in the Fall.

ONE/ Cross country athletes and coach celebrate a successful meet TWO/ Bennett Janosky '25 powers through a final stride.

THREE/ Emme Weis '25 0nd Bennett Janosky '25 power through during an important race FOUR/ The Saints congratulate each other ofter a long race. THREE/ Emme Weis '25 and Bennett Janosky '25 run to the finish line in their final race of the season.

College »Athletes

During Sydney's career at Villa, she was a three year Varsity starter, winning State Championships her junior and senior year. She helped lead the team to three MWAA conference championships and was named to the MWAA All Conference team her junior and senior year. During her Varsity playing career, Sydney contributed to the teams 55-6-2 record, only losing three games to local teams.

Sydney signed to play Division 1 field hockey at Saint Louis University. When asked to describe Sydney, Coach Graft had this to say, "she is hard working, dedicated, she never misses a practice; she is incredibly skilled on the field, but what stands out the most is her ability to be a great teammate and friend to all. You will always see Sydney cheering on and supporting her teammates and bringing a smile to everyone's face. Sydney is also extremely coachable; she takes feedback with a positive attitude and is always able to implement any adjustments on the field."

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During his speech, Coach Tim Deines had this to say about Megan's volleyball career at Villa: "I have had the honor of working with Megan Korte for 2 volleyball seasons in different capacities. What struck me immediately about Megan was her natural ability. She has an excellent attack on the outside and is able to play any position on the court. Megan was also an excellent setter for us this year - she did a great job getting the ball to our hitters in a position they could be successful, Megan finished the season with 304 kills, a 22% hitting percentage, 51 aces and 228 assists. Other coaches in the area recognized her contributions and selected her to first team All-Conference and first team All-District.

In addition to Megan's astounding performance on the court, she excels in the classroom. Megan is passionate about math and will be attending Bose Hulman University where she will major In chemical engineering. I cant wait to see what the future holds for Megan - we will miss her next year and will definitely have a hard time filling her shoes."

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Sydney Aker '22 will be playing for Saint Louis University next yea, after o successful Villa career. Coach Graft said, "she has been a staple for us at center defense, where she hos contributed significantly making many defensive saves on the goal line and starting many offensive ploys from the bock field. Oftentimes the defenders ore unsung heroes of the team, they never get as much credit as they should, but we all know how valuable Sydney was to all the wins and state championships throughout her high school career." Megan Korte '22 will be ploying volleyball for Rose-Hulman next year.

Head Coach of the swim team, Conor Murphy, announced his departure early on, letting his team know he would be leaving in the middle of the season. The news broke the hearts of many swimmers as Conor had been the Villa swim coach for four years and was the club coach of many Villa girls. With the new opening, it was necessary that they find a new Coach and fast. It was an easy decision to choose Villa art teacher, Madeleine McCabe, who had been the assistant coach last season and a former Villa swimmer herself.Mrs. McCabe sat in on every practice and attended every e meet to prepare for her new role. The transition from assistant coach to head coach was not easy, she explains, "it was really hard for me to transition from assistant coach to head coach, especially after only one year of coaching. I was definitely scared I would let the team down. There is a lot of behind-the-scenes work that has to be done and I was not expecting that!" Once December came around and Conor had said his final farewell to the swimmers, Mrs. McCabe stepped up to fill the shoes left behind. Mrs. McCabe led the girls to a successful second half of the season doing well in meets and placing fourth in Conference with some of the girls placing in their individual events. Seeing her swimmers during the school day and after, Mrs. McCabe says, "My biggest challenge has been balancing being a teacher and a coach. I learned quickly that they are two very different roles, and therefore bring different relationships." Although she has faced some difficulties, Mrs. McCabe has also felt rewarded through her new role, "My favorite part of being a swim coach is watching our team succeed. It is so cool to see how hard our swimmers work in practice and then to see it all pay off at meets. Seeing a swimmer beat her time, or win a race makes me smile every time! This job would not be nearly as fun without all of the swimmers." Even though there were worries about the change in the middle of the season, the team is very happy with Mrs. McCabe as their head coach!

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ONE/ Swimming the 00 Meter Breaststroke, Soleil Naur '24 glides post the competition. Swimming the some stroke, she was a key asset lo the state team. TWO/ Perfecting the one and a half twist, Bennett Janosky '5 sis through the air. With the degree of difficulty being a 2.0, she pushes her limits in order to succeed.

THREE/ Preparing for the 50 meter freestyle Kathryn Fesler '22 tokes her mark. Because this event is the shortest of the meet, Kathryn knows she only hos a few seconds to reach the finish lie FOUR/ Juniors Katherine Roderid '23 end Madelyn Shoedel '23 set up for the

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ONE/ With her legs in a 90 degree angle, Bennett Janosky '25 completes her inward dive. Being the only diver competing tor the team, she excels through the pressure, finishing in first place at this meet. TWO/ A bittersweet meet for the team as they soy good bye lo seniors Mary Carani '22 Kathryn Fesler '22 Isabella Fehl '22 Elizabeth Decker '22 Carlota Croak '22 and Katherine Deker '22. Afer receiving heart felt messages from their long-distanced coach, Conor Murphy, the girls were given flowers and o special gift.

THREE/ In her final dive of the meet, with a difficulty ofl.6 Bennett Janosky '25 performs on inward dive. Bennett hod a very successful freshman season and even qualified for State.

00 meter backstroke.

excellent technique, these Villa Swimmers are sure to have a great race.

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My favorite memory was far sure running out during our warm ups with the music utterly glitching while Steve Stoll was on 0UX.

- Karie Adamitis '24

4My favorite memory from this season was definitely the Pink Out game. We had the biggest student section I've ever seen, and even though got a concussion during the game, ii was o blast lo see the crowd having fun."

Ava Guek '22

"The best moments from this season would probably be watching Megan Korie almost foul out every game and Allison Smith making a ton of three pointers from the lop of the key."

Ryan Harper '23

%"This team had something special; together we never gave up no matter the score. We always gave ii ore all and just played ta the best of our abilities."

Gabby Milne '22

"@."This basketball season not only gave me the opportunity lo meet new people and become closer with them, learned the importance of teamwork and communication.'

Anna Winter '23

AAfter a year long break, the Villa Basketball team is united again. Five seniors come out of retirement for one last hurrah. Towards the end of the last school year Ava Gueck "22 said, "all five of us seniors got together and made a pact for our return." After agreeing to come back for one last year together, the excitement started to set in. Allison Smith 22 says, "I was so excited to work and have fun with the amazing coaching staff." Gabby Milne '22 and Megan Korte "22 both say that they just wanted to play basketball for one last year with their friends." The Villa basketball team had a great season with tremendous growth and improvement in all categories. Head Coach Tim Deines said, "I have coached basketball at Villa at different levels since 2007; I have always hoped to be the Head Coach someday and this year, I was blessed to be able to coach the 2021-2022 basketball team. My hopes turned into reality when 23 girls committed to play this year. We had an amazing team and we were able to win 8 games, which a varsity team hasn't done for 5 years." He said, "it was amazing to work with all of the girls" and gives a special thanks to the seniors for returning!

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Milne '22 celebrate Senior Night before their game against Viz. TWO/ Head coach Tim Deines calls a timeout to make a ploy during their first game of Districts for Allison Smith '22, Karie Adamitis '24, and Miya Smith '23 THREE/ Ryan Harper '23 receives a pass from her teammate and looks for all her options before she makes a game changing play.

FOUR/ A quick steal by Allison Smith '22 giving her

Ava Guek '22, Megan Kone '22, Emma Haas '22,

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o nice break away layup. FIVE/ focused and ready Katie Crump'25 prepares for her second free throw after swishing her first. SIX/ Pictured is the amazingly spirited Villa student section cheering on the basketball girls while in support of the Pink Ribbon Girls SEVEN/ Grae Bena« '24 steps up and fills in for her teammate Megan Korte'22 by taking the jump ball.

ONE/ The 2021-2-2022

Saintsations are posed and ready as they prepare for their first performance in front of a crowd during the pink-out basketball

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Kaitlyn Gome '27 ad gymnasts Kourtni Mosby '22 and Lily Hale'23. Coach Buske was able la choreograph routines that allowed all of the girls la shine while adding in moments far these talented ladies to show of their turns and tricks.

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High-kicking their way into Villa this year is the brand new dance team the Saintsations! A first for Villa, the team is a combination porn squad and performance dance team. Once the administration realized the strong interest in a dance team from both current and prospective students, the search for the right coach began. Luckily, the right talent was found within our Villa family with Stacey Buske, Coach Kate Graft's sister, taking on the role as Head Coach. A former high school dancer herself, Buske also brings to the team twelve years of dance coaching experience. "I am so excited to be a part of the inaugural season and it has been so much fun to see the girls grow and shine on the dance floor."Following four days of intense tryouts, fifteen dancers made the cut and formed the first Saintsations. Led by captains, Lily Hale, Kate Hale, Moriah Morrow, and Kourtni Mosby, the team began the fun tasks of choosing a song, designing a uniform, and learning choreography. Long practices followed as the team worked hard to learn the challenging moves and ensure that their routine was tight and synchronized. Every finite movement was repeated again and again to work to perfect the routine as a unit. Dancing to a mash-up of Fireball by Pitbull and Get on the Floor by Jennifer Lopez, the girls burst onto the court for their first performance during halftime of the Pink Out basketball game on January 14, 2022. Their high-energy performance was met by loud cheers and enthusiasm from the record crowd. Decked out in maroon sequins and porn-porns, and fueled by their classmates, the Saintsations put on a strong first performance. During their inaugural season, the Saintsations also performed at the Ursuline Academy Cheer and Dance Showcase, Philly Week Pep Rally, and during half-time of multiple varsity basketball games. The performances were the highlight for most of the dancers. "I had so much fun performing and leading the girls in the first ever dance season. Being a part of the Saintsations will forever be one of my favorite high school memories."said senior Moriah Morrow.

SIX/ Sa1tsotions striking a pose with their coach Stacy Buske prior to running through their full routine la make sure ii is precise and ready la perform! The team rehearsed for hours leading up to their first performance to ensure it was show ready.

THREE/ Sparkling smiles to match their costumes after nailing their routine in front of a packed crowd during the Phily Week Pep Rally. FOUR/ The dancers enjoyed a fun Saturday showing off their routine and watching other talented porn squads from the area perform during the Ursuline Cheer and Dance Showcase. FIVE/ The learn

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tormations as they pretorm their dance. The Sainsations learned la use counts la fallow the routine through the energetic music and laud cheers.

SEVEN/ Precision and coordination were the goals of the Saintsaitions as they practiced long hours lo perfect their routine. The payoff for running their moves over and over was the roar of the crowd when they hit their moves as a unit. The largest cheers could be heard as they nailed their kick-line putting their precise Villa touch on their uniform high kicks that would make even the Rockettes envious.

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Despite last year's underdog comeback, the Saints had a rebuilding year. There were many changes to this year's lacrosse squad. After 10 starting seniors left, the team was in despair on positioning. Also, with Coach Sydney Thomasa leaving, the team was without a coach. A couple months before the season started they acquired a new coach, Briana Arnold. The pre-season practices were just around the corner and the Saints were ready to try and repeat for the State Final game. Unfortunately, the first game the Saints went into overtime with Westminster, losing 13-12. After that unfortunate loss, the Saints won their next game by a breathtaking score of 11-5 against O' Fallon. There were many highs and lows during the season, ending with a 6-11 record. Each game, the Saints never gave up and continued to fight for more goals whether they were losing by 7 or winning by 7.

ONE/ Kagan Mill '23 chases down a ground boll with a Visitation player on her bock. TWO/ Katie rump'25 toking the draw against Parkway South in the quarterfinal game of the State Tournoment. THREE/ Garner Hostik '22 carries the ball all the way down the field and goes one on one to the gaol. FOUR/ Kagan Mills '23 sets up a ploy in the 2nd round of the State Tournoment in order to get ahead. FIVE/ Keely Eigelberger '25 defends a Viz girl as she is running all over the field playing middy. SIX/ Margaret Schoen '24 carries the boll trying to gain room to make o move and get the boll up the field.

SEVEN/ Karie Adamitis '24 goes for the ground boll hoping to retrieve it and gain possession bock for the Saints.

EIGHT/ Catelyn Hayes '24 feeling ready and prepared to save every boll that comes her way.

Kicking it in Spring field

9NE/ With her quick reflexes Claire Garton '24 sprints to help her team by defending their opponent TWO/ After receiving a pass from Hanna Hulen '25 Allison Frame '25 ekes the ball and punts it up the field. THREE/ Olivia paker '24 hustles to defend her opponent who is receiving a pass FOUR/ The Villa Varsity Soccer bench is highly focused on the game and frustratingly questions a call from the referee. FIVE/ At half time discussing their game plan on how they are going to begin the next half with o goal SIX/ The Villa Soccer team lined up to high five their starters, Julia Schmidt '22 shows her excitement with a bright smile.

The Villa Duchesne 2022 Soccer team took a three hour trip to Springfield, MO by charter bus for the Southwest Showdown tournament during the mid-season. When the team arrived during the first game they unfortunately had to deal with unbearably cold weather but in the end the team came out victorious. After their amazing win, the team shuttled over to Silver Dollar City. As soon as they got to the theme park, the girls were able to roam free through the park riding roller coasters, walking through gift shops, and eating lots of fun food. Although this tournament was a great way to have some good match ups, outside of the tournament was the most impactful bonding time from the trip.

Upperclassmen Anna Winter '23 says, "It made us all closer as a team and I'm glad I got to experience this trip." Freshmen Heidi Fesler '25 says, "the team bonding experience was so important because it helped bring our team together and it shows on the field. The Saints fought hard in their next couple games but unfortunately fell short. The team says that at the end of the day they will not remember their wins and losses but will remember and cherish their friendships forever.

Best Wipeouts:

ELEVEN/ Heidi Fesler '25 takes fist place in hhe best wipeout contest. Heidi is tripped from behind and falls completely horizontal.

TWELVE/ Runner up for first place, we have the Villa Closs President of the 2021.2022 school yea Ava Guek '22.

THIRTEEN/ I third place for best captured wipeouts we have the Kaki Dolan '22.

SEVEN/ \Villa's goalie, Grae Bena '24is pictured ahter she saves the boll and punts it for into the middle of the field for her teammates EIGHT/ Aher a penalty was coiled on Villa, Hope Kleeman '24 Georgia Leary '23 Julia Schmidt '22 and Ava Guek '22 all line up and successfully block the shot with Hope's face NINE/ Head Vorsity Cooch, Steve Stoll explaining to player Cecelia Kraeger '23 about o strategic play that the team will be experimenting next half. TEN/ Allison Smith '22 running as fast as she con, tokes the boll up the field and makes a pertect assist on a gaol.

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Spring sports are the last season of the school year leading into summer break. One spring sport, track and field, has exceptionally long meets which is an especially large time commitment at the end of the school year. Everyone is busy getting ready for exams and finishing up classes, while practicing everyday after school and having meets that last all day on some weekends. However, the members of the track and field team have various strategies to keep up with both their school work and the demands of their sport, including Anna Wiss 22, who manages her time by "trying to complete assignments the night they are assigned so I don't get behind," and Sydney Acker "22 who states, "I keep myself organized with my planner, and I also try to start my homework as soon as I get home from track practice because I know if I don't, then it won't get done on time." Further, many team members also start their homework in the time between the end of the school day and before practice in order to keep up with both their school work and track.

In addition to the time commitment that track and field requires, the team members must also be physically ready for their meets. They frequently run on the treadmills or lift weights in the fitness center with Mr. Deines in order to be fully prepared for their meets. In addition to Mr. Deines, the track and field team also has two more coaches, Mrs. Hollingsworth, and Mrs. Fitz, who is a social studies teacher and a runner herself, who joined this year. These amazing coaches have helped the team to learn and improve, while also being aware of the school commitments that come with the end of the year.

ONE/ Rachel Singer '23 earns first place in the team's first meet of the year, stating that her pre-race routine of, "warming up with my relay team far the 4x800 and then doing a couple lops and dynamic stretches. Then, right before the meet starts we circle up and soy a prayer as a team" helps her to keep motivated.

TWO/ Megan Korte '22 wins first place in the high jump THREE/ Emme Weis '25 races to be the first to pass the baton in her race, stating that "I stay motivated for the next meet by thinking about how good will feel after. also like to think about what can look forward to after it is done and about how my hard work will pay off."

FOUR/ Victoria O'Leary '24 works on her long jump stating that she loves jumping because, "Even though this is my first year doing long jump, the whole structure of the sport hos grown on me. Ta some people it seems pretty simple and easy, but in reality it takes a lot of other components to execute that perfect jump. love having the rush of adrenaline when am sprinting and leaping in the oi!

FIVE/ Ryun Harper '23 runs side by side a Viz girl and pulls ahead SIX/ Bennett Janosky '25 asses the baton to Olivia Gehm '24

SEVEN/ Alice Irvin '24 does the long jump, stating, "The uplifting, pressure-free, and positive atmosphere from my team is one of the largest factors that helps me stay motivated far each track meet. could not ask for a better Team! EIGHT/ Caeley Wilson '24 perseveres through the rain and cold to finish her raceNINE/ Bea Bussen '4 races, giving it her all. TEN/ Olivia Gehm '24 passes the baton to Rachel Singer '23, staling she laves being an the track team because of, "the strong community aspect, despite being an individual sport. Being able to compete at my own level and focus on personal growth while still having a very supportive team is the main reason love it."

liked bonding with my teammates.

June Harmon '26 Lacrosse

I liked cheering on my team and having fun while practicing with my friends."

Fiona Rossiter '26 Field Hockey

Middle School sports had a very big year! The seasons were filled with success and fun! The middle school maroon field hockey team went 6-0-1. Including an exciting 6-0 victory in their last game over Pembroke Hill's JV team. They outscored their opponents by an overall score of 25-2. The 7th-grade maroon basketball team finished in 3rd place in their division with an overall record of 6-3. The 8th-grade team won their division and finished the season undefeated. They outscored their opponents by an overall score of 226-102. The 6/7th grade volleyball team finished 3rd in their division with a record of 18-12. The 8th-grade volleyball team finished 2nd in their division with a record of 23-7. Gertie Habel "26 won the High Jump in the 13U division at the CYC Prelim Meet at St. Dominic with a height of 43.The student-athletes excelled thanks to their teamwork and overall effort. Once again, a Villa teacher has taken a large role in the athletics here within our school. History teacher Mr. Livingston has been grateful to be the middle school soccer coach. Out of his 15 years of being a teacher, he has coached sports for 13 of those years. Being the coach of these teams gives Mr. Livingston the opportunity to get to know his students better outside of the usual school setting. When asked if he liked teaching or coaching better, Mr. Livingston said, "I like them both but the difference is, in a classroom you get to see someone in one setting and outside of school you see a different side of the person. I think it's cool to see both sides of the person but you probably get more of the authentic

"I om grateful that both my grandma ond my dad were the middle school tennis coaches because it was so fun to hove them around."

Charlotte Brown '26 Tennis

person on the soccer field versus the classroom." This outlook on his student-athletes makes him such a great middle school soccer coach. Scheduling difficulties was also an issue; Mr. Livingston mentions the struggles of conflicting schedules among the players. Some of the soccer players had to stop showing up to soccer games because of the field hockey season starting up!

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"It's so fun to play a sport that enjoy with all of my friends

Finley Meek '26 field Hockey

"Villa field hockey is a sport get excited for. Every single game is so memorable la me in so many ways."

Halliden Brown '26 Field Hackey

\L"My favorite part of my tennis season was my teammates and coaches. am so glod that was able to be apant of this team."

Courtney Potter '26 Tennis

ONE/ After o successful match, Natalie Allman '26 walks towards her team ta celebrate the win. TWO/ posing faro leom photo, the girls are hoppy ta be playing in the perfect weather for a match. THREE/ Waiting for their motch ta begin, the team sits together an the bench as they discuss techniques. FOUR/ Prepared lo serve the ball, Charlotte Brown '26 stands ready. FIVE/Taking o moment to cotch a photo, Claire Collins '26 and Nina Lovett '26 are hoppy to play together in the match.

"I've learned so many new skills, have problem solved and pushed through challenges. really enjoy the atmosphere of going lo lacrosse practice.

Harper Hall '26 lacrosse

"I love ploying sports because love becoming close with my teammates and love being competitive."

Anna Novak '26 lacrosse

"I loved playing field hockey this foll, enjoyed all the coaches, team spirit and my teammates."

Bridget Hoff '26 Field Hockey

"Tennis creates an atmosphere full ot encouragement and teamwork. It was so much fun, and can't wait to play in high schooll

Natalie Allman '26 Tennis

"Ploying tennis and making such strong friendships with my tennis team has helped me while being new to Villa."

Lilly Rehm '26 Tennis

"Basketball was on unforgettable experience and it was a great opportunity to create memories with my teammates.'

Reagan Pullium '26 Basketball

ONE/ Diing for the ball Maeve O'Neil '27 does not let the fear of falling hold her back. Putting in her best work, she is ready to help get her team the win. TWO/ Protecting the ball, Maeve O'Neil '27 holds it tightly while she comes up with a plan. Determined to keep possession of the ball, she is ready to pass or shoot if she hos the opening. THREE/ Ready to rely on her teammates, Grace Young '27 laoks for anyone open to poss the ball. Not intimidated by the approaching defender, she plans out her next move.

FOUR/ Prepared to hit the ball, Grace Young '27 stands in a position she knows will give her a god set. Her teammates watch, ready to jump in to help if necessary FIVE/ Not scared to get down to save the ball, Grace Young '27 shows her commitment to the game. She gets the ball just before it touches the ground, saving her team from losing a point. SIX/ Unstoppable, Lucy Grimmer '27 doesn't let the defender stop her from getting closer to the hoop. She skillfully dribbles around the opponent, ready to take the shot.

POSING for the GRAM

Over the past couple years, Villa sport's teams have found fun new ways to exemplify their team's excitement and perseverance throughout the season. The lacrosse team illustrated a creative way to expand their practices outside of being on the turf, as they documented swimming laps in the pool on their lnstagram page.

Furthermore, earlier in the year, the swim and dive team was actively posting to their lnstagram keeping all of their sports fans, as well as the student body, invested as they paved their way to victory. Each caption is acknowledging and encouraging, as the students pose with their medals after the meet.

The Soccer team posted many senior goodbyes in recognition of the students that helped build the team into what it became. The coaches also promoted many of the games at home, and away. This made the student body more inclined to attend the meets and games.

Senior . Sjorisorship

Gardner is looking to attend the University of Kentucky.

She reflects on the joy she felt as her team made it to State last year.

Bella

will be attending SMU in Dallas Texas to study psychology and sports management.

"I will never forget laughing with Colleen and Caty Jane about their accidental goal story at practice."

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ONE/ The lacrosse team changes up their practice in order lo be prepared for the upcoming games that determine the rest of the season. TWO/ A post to congratulate the students on the swim and diving teams. The caption read, "Whot a state meet! These girls did amazing and placed 7th out of 4l teams!

To top it all off, they broke the school record in the 200 medley twice!!" THREE/ The swim and diving learn gathers for a dinner before their finals as they discuss how ta pursue their goals for the end of the season. FOUR/ The seniors on the Villa soccer team put an their future colleges I-shirts and pose together for one of their final times FIVE/ Pictured again, the varsity soccer seniors smile in front of their surprise decorative lawn sign. SIX/ The entire varsity team saying goodbye to their beloved seniors with flowers. SEVEN/ The team promoted their upcoming game on their lnstagrom page to make others excited about the team's success.

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Gardner Hosnik

Mia Favazza

Mia is planning ta attend Mizzou next fall to major in architectural studies, focused an interior design. She reflects on her favorite game when the team won 16-3.

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Bak: Beatrice Bussen '24, Rachel Singer '23

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Varsity

Front: Margo Schoen'24, Colleen Mckillip'24, Karie Adamitis'24, Ava Gueck'22, Samantha Holke'23

Middle: Claire Douglass'22, Ello Anthon'24, Bella Sansone'22, Elle Jones'23, Katie Crump'25, Caroline Busch'22, Hannah Brown'23, Groce Benac'24

Bak: Garner Hostnik'22, Gigi Edwards23, Kok Dolan'22, Julia Schmid+'22, Cecelia Kraeger'23, Sydney Acker'22

FIELD HOCKEY

Front: Kate Fesler'22, illy George'22, Emma Hoos'22, Kate Decker'22, Isabell

Middle: Caty Jane Hayes'24, AOle'25, Lulu Klebe'22, Ryon Harper'23

Bad: Claire McDaniel'22, Gillian McDaniel'24

Junior VarsityFIELD HOCKEY

front: Kagan Mills'23, Liza Brown'23, Isabel Behr'24, Rachel Singer'23

Middle: Caroline Ponter'23, Kathryn Scwaneke'24, Alex Todorovich'24, London Weiler'24, Katie Williams'25

Bad: Kiely McEnery'22, Sophy0 Guershi'23, Mary Kate Stephens'22, Carlie Crook22

Front: Kate Hale'23, Kourtni Mosby'22, Moriah Morrow'22, lily Hale'23

Middle: Nadia Pagan'24. Caroline Potter'23, Maddie Thompson'23, Kagan Mills'23, Emma love#'23

Bak: Katlyn Gomez25, Morgan Karoko'25, Meghan Niemeyer'25, Allison Smith'25, Victoria Sansone'25

SaintSAIIONS

Front: Nadia Pagan'24, Bnidney Dominguez'24, Lindsay Dendrinelis '25, Kaitlyn Gomez'24

Middle: Allison frame '25, Mokayla West '25, Vanessa Trevino '25

Bad: Sophia Nugent '25, Caroline Humes'24, Lauryn Gross '25, Morgan Krok6'25

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Front: Hanna Hulet'25, 1aura Goldschmidt'25, Molly Gagan'24, Groce Krekeler'23

Middle: Gabby Milne'22, Olivio Cardes'23, Mattilee Frechmann'22, Mia Brown'24, Al Burke'22

Junior

Front: Emma Haas'22, Gabby Milne'22, Megan Kone'22, Ava Gueck'22, Allison Smith'12

Bad: Keely Eigelberger '25, Ryon Harper '23, Katie Crump '25, Grace Benac '24, Karie Adamitis'24, Ryan Harper'23

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front:Jessica Schultz '25, Emme Weis '25, Meg Wilmann '25,

Middle: Olia Masse '25

Kathryn Schwaneke '24, 'Margo

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200 Medley Relay st Place :58.76 (State Qual.)

Katherine Roderick, Kate Fesler, Grace Kraeger, Liza Brown.

200 Freestyle Madelyn Schoedel 3rd 2:08.01 (State Oual.) SO Free Grace Kraeger

3rd 25.85 (S1ate Qual.)

Katherine Roderick 4th 26.78 (State Oual) 100 Butterfly Grace Kraeger 2nd :00.68 (State Oual.) SOO Freestyle Madelyn Schoedel 5th

(State Oual.)

2nd :44.93 (State Qual.) Kraeger, Roderick, Brown, Schoedel 400 Free Relay

4: 15.78 (State Oual.)

190 Pr 191

Front: Anna Lederman '25,Mia Favazza '22, Margo Schoen'24, Karie Adamitis'24,2, Hannah Brown'23

Bak: Elizabeth Kraeger'23, Marin Rohlfing '24, Garner Hostik'22, Katie Jane Hayes 25, Keely Eigelberger '25, Elle Jones'23,Katie Crump 25

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rent: Morgan Krako'25,Kate s

Williams '25, Ashley Blake 24, Lauryn Gross '25, Taylor Gibbs 25, Cot Mueller '24, Macey Hohl '25, Elle Peterson '25, Sophia Nugent 25, Caitlyn Humes '25 Bad: Asia Neil '25, Bidney Dominguez '26, Meg Wilman 25, Bennett Janosky '25, Kate Crump '25, Brooke Engman '26, Emme Weis '25

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Varsity1RACK & FIELD

Front: Anno Puschel '24, Allison Schneithorst'25, Gabriello Fehl'24, Lucie Littlepage '24, Ellie Moritz 25, Victoria Sansone'25, Ello Robson '24

Bak: 2, Ellen Schweppe'24, Meghan Niemeyer'25, Alex Todorovich'24, Grace Kraeger'25, Kate Powers 25, Katherine Schwaneke 25

Front: Georgia Leory'23, Sophya Qureshi'23, Hope Kleeman'24, Cecelio Kraeger'23, Ello Anthon '24, Grace Benac 24, Claire Gano'24, Allison Smith'22, Julia Schmidt'22, Bello Redd'24

Bak: Anno Winter'23, Samantha Holke'23, Olia Decker'24, Hedi Fesler'25, Allison Frame 25, /Izzy Miller 25, Av Gueck '22, Gaby Hobbs '24. Not pictured Elsa Cline.

Front: Vanessa Trevino'25, Josie Procell'24, Nadia Pagon'24, Alice Irvin'24, Victoria O'Leary'24, Bennett Janosky25, Emme Weis'25

Middle: Coeley Wilson '25, Taniyah Whalen'24, Anna Wiss'22, Kourni Mosby'22, Ryan Harper'23, Lauren Hussey24, Olia Gehm'24, Beatrice Bussen'24

Bad: Sydney Acker'22, Moriah Morrow'22, Rachel Singer'23, Megan Korte'22, Madeline Kreikemier'24, Seraphio Weingart'23

Middle SchoofField Hockey

Front: Elizabeth Meyer, Grace Opponent Brennan, CeCe Wasson, Ellie Mclaughlin, Audrey Qureshi

Middle: Katherine Brown Sophie Ahlery, Samotho Rickman, Tea Galnick

Bade: Fiona Rossiter, Maeve Rossiter, Katherine Evert

Front: McKinley Birenbaum, lauren Pelikan, Bridget Hoff, Anno Bub, Margot Finney, Claire Collins, Josie Weis

Middle: Trudy Redmond, Ella Clayton, Vicky Dordoy, Lauren Hagan, McKenzie Durbin

Bak: Hallidan Brown, Mary Claire Schwaneke, Finley Meek

Middle SchoolFIELD HOCKEY :-l

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Front: Harper Hall'26, Lilly Rehm'26,Margot Finney26, Natalie Fox'26, Audrey Qureshi'26, Skylar Hoefener'27, Lucy Felner'26, Lillian Lowery'27, Abigail Morgan'26, Lucy Grimmer'27

Middle: Claire Collins'26, Gertrude Habel'27, Maeve O'Neil'27, Mary Schwaeke'27, 1aura Gibbs'27, Reagan Pullium'26, Halliden Brown'26, Nina lovet'26, Charlotte Brown'26

Bak: Gertrude Redmond'27, Maeve Rossiter'26, Samantha Rickman'26, Alexandra Nicholas27, Elizabeth Engman'26, Courtney Poter'27, Natalie Allman'27

Middle SchoolTENNIS

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rent: McKinley Birenbaum, lola Nance, Ellen landsbaum, Ellie Mclaughlin, Cece Wasson

Middle: Jane Hill, Sophia Rebstock, Katherine Brown, Elle Prograis, Addison Gibbs

Bak: Nora Mclaughlin, June Harmon, Josephine Bussen, Ale Nicholas

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Front: Poppy Varley, Ellen landsbaum, Sophie Ahlering, Katherine Brown, Olivio Manse, Blake Chorosevic, Ellie Mclaughlin

Middle: Lucy Grimes, Gertie

Habel, Whitney Gross, Paige Gardner, Jane Hill, Allie Nichols

Back: Groce Young, Claire Collins, Maeve O'Neil, Lauren Hagon

6th&7thVOLLEYBALL

Front: Bloke Choroseric, Audrey Vancil, Faith Davis

Middle: Coraline Hermon, Poppy Varley, Whitney Gross, Commie McGehee

Back: Groce Young, Lucy Grimmer, Abigail Adorjan, Lauren Wohlfahrt

Senior Sponsorships

Class of 2022

We're so grateful to have been blessed with a daughter and a sister like you. You never fail to make us proud. This is just one of your achievements to come. We are incredibly proud of you.

Congratulations

From Mom, David and Nathan

We are so proud of the kind, beautiful and strong woman you have become! Embrace all of the opportunities and challenges that come with college life and know that we are always there for you.

"Focus on your goal. Don't look in any direction but ahead." - Unknown

We love you to the moon and back!

Love, Mom, Dad, Alissa and Brian

Catherine Busch

Monicah Thuita

Carlotta, Carlie, Car Car

God Danced the Day You Were Born!

You are such a wonderful gift to us and all who know you! Keep shining your beautiful light! We are so proud of the amazing young woman you have become! Always be you and dream big! We love you! love, Mom, Dad & Bobby

Emma Haas

"May the good Lord be with you down every road you roam. And sunshine and happiness surround you when you're far from home. And may you grow to be proud, dignified and true. And do unto others as you'd have done to you. Be courageous and be brave. And in my heart you'll always stay forever young."

-Rod Stewart

We are so proud and love you more than you know. -Mom

& Dad

We have watched in amazement as you've grown into the kind, beautiful and confident women you are today! We look forward to watching with great anticipation to see what you become.

'Keep going. Everything you need will come to you at the perfect time." - Unknown

We love you to the moon and back!

Love, Mom, Dad, Alissa and Brian

Brooke, We are so proud of you and everything that you have accomplished. With your - hard work and dedication you will be able to achieve anything you want in life. You are simply amazing!

Love Mom and Dad

- 2a

Caroline Busch

Sydney Acker

So incredibly proud of you and all that you have accomplished. Can't wait to see what the next chapter holds for you.

Love Mom, Dad and Drew

Gabriela Milne

Gabriela,

We are so proud of all the hard work that you have done to become the loving, kind and beautiful young lady that you are.

We are so excited for the bright future you have ahead of you.

Best of luck to you in College!!

We Love you, Mom Dad & Grayson

It has been a total joy watching you grow into the young woman you've become. Words alone can't describe you completely. Quite simply, you are a delight to be around, and your smile is infectious!

It's time to spread your wings and blaze your own trail. We know you'll embrace every moment with gusto and dance like nobody is watching! So just be yourself, because everyone else is already taken anyway. :)

We LOVE you, madly!

No matter what "role" you're playing, our favorite one is when you're the daughter & the sister! You're intelligent, ambitious & have such a big heart. We have watched you develop into a passionate & dedicated performer, so as you pursue your dreams, we ask that God's hands guide you along the way. Pray upon the hard times, celebrate the successes and always put your faith first!

Love, Mom, Dad & Payton xoxo

Lauren Elise Dunn

Julia Schmidt

Mom, Dad, Hunter, Harr & Bear

Lulu Klebe

We LOVE you so much!!!!! We can't wait to see what is next- we know it wi 11 be great! We are so proud of you!

XO Your fav's

Congratulations Elsa! We are so very proud of you! We admire your grit and how hard you have worked! You are beautiful inside and out! Lots of love - Mom & Dad s

Cooper Sofia Littlepage

Look how far you have come and your journey is just beginning. Your curiosity for life and your love of learning will propel you to your next adventure. We can't wait to be a part of it! Continue to dream big, because you can!

Love Mom, Dad & Lucie

Elsa Ellermann Cline

Harper Bealke

Lilly

You are a wonderful thoughtful young woman. We are so proud of you and cannot wait to watch you grow. Always be the loving kind person you are. Follow your heart and stay strong.

Love, Mom and Dad

"Whenever you remember times gone by, remember how we held our heads so high."

"I can't control my destiny. trust my soul

My only hope is just to be There's only now There's only here

Give in to love or live in fear

No other path, no other way No day but today" - Jonathan Larson

May your heart always be joyful and may your song always be sung. We love you and are so proud of you!

Love - Mom, Dad, Adam & Walker

- Carrie Underwood

Ali, you fill our hearts with your kindness and the sparkle that you bring to life. We are so proud that you choose to blaze your own trail and we cannot wait to see where that takes you!

Congratulations - we love you!

Mom, Dad & Erin

You have made us soproud. You give 100% in everythingyou do. We got to watchyou light the courtandthe classroom on fire. Nowwe get to watch you light the worldon fire.

Love, Mom, Dad & Nick

Congratulations Clare Love, Mom, Dad, Luke and James

Clare Catherine Andres

Megan Elizabeth Korte

Alexandra Burke

Ava Gueck

CONGRATS AVIE

You nailed it and we are busting with pride & filled with memories of your many accomplishments. Certainly you will continue using your wisdom, optimism, ""' enthusiasm, humor, 4 kindness, spunk, and Sacred Heart values to take contro]

of your destiny and achieve all your dreams. Spread your wings Lil' Dove. We support you and can't wait to see where the journey takes you.

Love you forever & always!

-Mom, Dad, & Cono

Caroline Schake

Congratulations Caroline! You have accomplished so much already and we cannot wait to see what you do next!

Love, Mom, Dad, Eleanor, Grandma Gerry, Grandma Marilyn and Grandpa Hank

Kiely McEnery

Congratulations, Kiely! We are so proud of you, and love you very much! Love, Mom, Dad, Jack, and Molly

Katie lgnaczak

Katie,

We are so proud of your accomplishments and how much you have grown over the past 6 years at Villa. Your faith, family, and friends will always be your anchor as you move on to college and beyond! Be truthful, kind and honest always trusting in God to guide you through life's ups and downs. Shoot for the stars you love so much Katie!

Mom, Dad, Eddie, Alyssa, Dan, Tom, James, Sam, and Maggie

MOLLY JEAN KASPURA

Congratulations Molly! Good luck (and have fun!) in college. Lots of love Mom & Dad

Kaki Dolan

Kaklebear/Bill: These 18 years sure were fun-you light up our lives, you complete our family and you are the perfect caboose! So proud of you and excited for the next 18!

All our love, MDPT

"ON THE NIGHT YOU WERE BORN, THE MOON 4 SMILED WITH SUCH 7" WONDER THAT THE aARS PEEKED IN TO SEE YOU AND THE NIGHT WHISPERED, 'THE WORLD WILL NEVER BE THE SAME."

What an honor it has been t watch you grow into the mazing young lady you hav ecome. With love and prid today and always, Mom, John, Mimi, Pawpie, and Nell.

Claire Douglass

Kate Fesler

We are so proud of you and all of your accomplishments over the last four years at Villa. Good luck and we can't wait to see what the future holds for you.

Love, Dad, Mom, Carly and Heidi

Senior Senior Spo

Dear Seniors,

Thank you for Joining the Journey and thank you for leading others along this wonderfuljourney!

"Wherever you go, whatever road you may travel, you will always find a home at the Sacred Heart.

Your relationships will endure and transcend all confines oftime and space because they are founded on faith, hope and love." .t

CorUnum, Mr. Michael F. Baber Head of School

We are so proud of you Ellie. You will go out an do great things!

"pore me you, away emerev youe, vauvfan you eleue uongev tar yyu eem and, smavter tRen you» tnR!"

Winnie The Pooh

Dear Graduates,

Index

Begley, Robin 96, 08, 259

Behr, Isabel 86, 60, 1 61, 189

Madeleine

Abubakar, Maya 14, 20, 80, 81

Acker, Sydney 14, 21, 124, 129, 168, 80, 88, 193, 259

Adamitis, Karie 86, 173, 177,188,191,192

Adorjan, Abbie 94, 111, 194

Ahlering, Sophie 94, 111, 193, 195

Alice, Coach 160, 61 Allen, Melissa 96, 259

Allman, Natalie 90, 82, 183, 185, 194, 195

Andres, Clare 14, 22, 77, 131, 141

Anthon, Ella 86, 1 06, 126, 139, 163, 1 88, 192

Arnold, Briana 176

Congratulations Class of2022!

We send you out to the world with courage and confidence inspired by Saint Madeleine Sophie Barat, but hope that you will return to visit your home at Villa Duchesne often.

-The Board ofTrustees

Villa Duchesne and Oak Hill School

BBaber, Michael 4, 5, 74, 96, 128

Barrett, Mia 84, 113, 141, 146, 154, 191,232

Bealke, Harper 14, 23, 161, 189

Busch, Caroline 14, 26, 79, 118, 124, 188

Busch, Catherine 14, 27, 199

Buske, Stacy 174, 175

Bussen, Bea 86, 11 6, 130, 148, 166, 81, 88, 193

Bussen, Josephine 90, 104, 154, 195

Benac, Grace 86, 126, 173, 179, 188, 191, 192

Bender, Cara 88

Bergfeld, Jaime 5

Bertucci, Judy 5, 96

Beste, Brooke 9, 14, 24, 79, 127, 132

Birenbaum, McKinley 94, 126, 194, 195

Blake, Ashley 86, 191,1 93

Blanton, Elizabeth 96, 259

Blase, Kirstin 96, 259

Brennan, Gracie 111, 193

Brennan, Margaret 94

Brouster, Ava 84, 85, 09, 112

Brown, Charlotte 90, 00, 108, 82, 83, 194

Brown, Halliden 90, 83, 184, 194

Brown, Hannah 84, 110, 112, 127, 141, 153, 1 88, 192

Brown, Katherine 94, 193, 195

Brown, Liza 84, 11 2, 132, 134, 141, 152, 153, 1 60, 1 89, 191

Brown, Mia 86, 132, 190

Bub, Anna 90, 194

Bub, Margaret 84, 113, 123, 152

Burke, Ali 14, 25, 77, 79, 103, 114, 116, 158, 159, 190

Burkot, Madison 86

Burnley, Pinky 259

DDavis, Faith 194

Davis-Dodd, Violet 88, 138, 189

Decker, Elle 14, 31, 77, 171, 191

Decker, Kate 14, 32, 114, 115, 129, 144, 164, 165,171,189

Decker, Lexi 90, 144, 150

CCallahan, Michael 259

Campbell, Christine 96, 259

Canepa, Carys 84, 06, 112, 132, 138, 140, 141, 154, 189, 232

Carani, Elle 14, 28, 77, 79

117, 129, 141, 145, 171, 191

Carse, Lily 96, 1 06, 1 07

Chorosevic, Blake 94, 194, 195

Clayton, Ella 94, 109, 154, 194

Cline, Els 14, 29, 80, 09, 145, 161, 89, 192

Cline, Marin 88, 128

Collins, Claire 90, 150, 83, 194, 195

Conroy, Melissa 96, 259

Conway, Sandra 259

Cordes, Olivia 84, 105, 113, 123, 190

Council, Claire 94

Crandall, Mia 88, 191

Croak, Carlie 14, 30, 77, 79, 80, 129, 130, 140, 160, 161, 71, 89, 191

Crump, Katie 88, 101, 106, 115, 162, 163, 173, 177, 188, 191, 1 92, 93

Decker, Olivia 86, 125, 133, 134, 179, 188, 191, 192

Deines, Tim 96, 166, 169, 172, 173, 1 80

Dendrinelis, Lindsay 88, 191

Derdoy, Vicky 90, 194, 195

Dickerson, Hamida 94, 151

Dickherber, Alice 5, 96

DiPasco, Eleanor 90

Dolan, Kaki 14, 33, 77, 79, 158, 162, 179, 188

Dominguez, Bridney 86, 191, 193

Dominguez, Katie 14, 34

Donnelly, Greta 84, 1 04, 113, 116, 123, 134, 148, 155

Donovan, Meghan 158

Douglass, Claire 14, 35, 77, 80, 133, 156, 162, 188,232,259

Dunn, Lauren 14, 36, 77, 123, 129, 134, 148

Durbin, McKenzie 90, 150, 155, 194

Durbin, Nancy 96, 08, 259

"Courage and Confidence!

I cannot repeat this too often."

-St.

Sophie Barat, rscj

Index

O'Neil, Maeve 95, 104,

Wilson, Caeley 87, 155, 105, 109, 111, 185, 194,

195

Schweppe, Ellen 89, 155,

158, 190, 192

y181,190,193

Scudieri, Stella 85, 100, Winter, Anna 85, 104, 106, 11 1, 112, 123, 153, 232

110,112,126,141,173,

Shaw, Amy 5, 97 178, 192

RSimms, Kennedy 14, 65, 77, Valdes, Janis 92, 97, 150, Wiss, Anna 14,73, 77, Rager, GiGi. 96, 05

sSandhage, Abigail 91

188 259 108, 116, 133, 134, 180,

Ramey, Anna 84, 11 0, 113, Sanford, Alison 97, 101, Simon, Ava l4, 66 Vancil, Audrey 194 188, 193

142,170,191,232 259

pPagan, Nadia 87, 190, Ramirez, Colleen 97, 1 08,

191, 193 259

Smith, Allison 8, 14, 67, Wiss, Theresa 97, 122, 259 Sansone, Bella 14, 62, Varley, Poppy 95, 194, 195

129, 133, 140, 156, 172, Vestjens, Eveline 14, 70, Wohlfahrt, Lauren 94 80, 108, 116, 29, 130,

173, 179, 190, 191, 192 134 Wood, Rory 85, 103, 112, Parmeter, Isabella 91 Rammacher, Lilly 84, 113, 132,163,187,188

Smith, Maiya 85, 103, 112, 136,232 Pelikan, Lauren 95, 146,

194

Perdomo, Lexy 259

141,149,153 Sansone, Victoria 89, 154, 124, 173, 190

Rea, Vivian 95 174,1 88, 190, 192

Smith, Tracy 259

Petersen, Ellie 89, 155, 195 259 Spina, Costan 42 188, 191, 193

Rebstock, Sophia 95, 125, Sargent, Eric 97, 104, 124, Solsvig, Caroline 87

Redd, Bella 87, 100, 102, Sarra, Christine 97, 115, Steenberge, Jeannie 4, 5,

Phillips, Christine 97, 259 147,1 90, 1 92 123 97

Pike, Becky 97, 259 Redmond, Trudy 95, Schaeperkoetter, Elizabeth Steiger, Sydney 95

Walbrandt, Avery 85, 113, Potter, Caroline 84, 113, 109, 11, 194 97,259 Stephens, Mary Kate 2, 14, 123, 131, 152

152, 154, 160, 189, 190

Rehm, Lilly 91, 85, 194 Schake, Caroline 14, 63 68, 11 8, 1 30, 160, 89, Wasson, CeCe 95, 146, Potter, Courtney 91, 83, Rickman, Samantha 91, Schenk, Hope 85, 11 3, 193, 195 Young, Grace 95, 185, 259 194, 195 194, 195 193, 194, 195 131, 134

Stoll, Steve 173, 179

Weiler, London 87, 138, Powell, John 77, 97, 138, Rivera, Victoria 14,61, Schlottman, Deborah 5, 97, 189 259 121, 130 259

Weingart, Dorothea 95, Powers, Katie 89, 188, Robson, Ella 87, 128, 154, Schmidt, Julia 14, 64, 118, 120

191, 192 188, 192 123, 130, 163, 178, 79,

Weingart, Seraphic 113, Pray, Lorraine 14, 59 Roderick, Katherine 85, 188, 192 120,123,131,165,180, Prey, Lorraine 145 104,113,140,141,171, Schneier, Andrea 89

Procell, Josie 87, 193 191 Schneithorst, Allison 89,

Prograis, Elle 91, 154, 195

Rohlfing, Marin 87, 191, 128, 188, 192

193

zyWWeinman, Emily 14, 71 Zschoche, Lucy 88, 89,154

Weis, Emme 89, 167, 181, Pulido, Emani 14, 60, 78 192 Schneller, Abby 85, 100, 188,191,193

Pullium, Reagan 91, 150, Rossiter, Fiona 91, 182, 11 2, 116, 153, 154, 191

Weis, Josie 95, 154, 185, 194 193, 195 Schoedel, Madelyn 85, 98, Thomaso, Sydney 176 194

Puschel, Anna 87, 188, 192

TTallon, Jaden 87, 191

Rossiter, Maeve 91, 104, 113,131,154,171,191

Thompson, Maddie 85, Weismiller, Norah 14, 8, 193, 194 Schoen, Margo 87, 101, 08, 110, 11 2, 11 3, 152, 72,123,133,138,145 124,133,177,188,191, 190

Welby, Maeve 85, 00, 192 Thuita, Monicah 14, 69, 113, 123

Schroeder, Pete 5 198

Schultz, Jessica 89, 190, Thurm, Danielle 97, 104

Wells, Josh 97, 1 00, 259

Wendel, Nicole 85, 11 3, 191

Todorovich, Alex 87, 105, 189

Schwaneke, Kathryn 87, 189, 192

West, Makayla 89, 191 189,191,192

QTrevino, Vanessa 89, 191, Whalen, Taniyah 87, 193 Quirk, Sofie 91

Schwaneke, Mary 95, 154, 193

Qureshi, Audrey 91, 104, 194

Whirle, Coach 60

Williams, Katie 89, 150, 193, 194 160, 89, 193

Qureshi, Sophya 84, 113,

Tyrrell, Alex 87

Willmann, Margaret 89 152, 160, 89, 192

Wilmann, Meg 191, 93

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