Tartan Magazine, Summer 2016

THE SUMMER 2016

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2016 AHC GOLF CLASSIC Argyle Country Club

Friday, September 23 12:00 pm Shotgun Start

10:30 am Registration and Driving Range Open Register online:

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$250 Individual Golfer

$875 Foursome

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Letter from the Board Chair 2 Letter from the President 3 God Keep You Safe, Sister Grace!

4 Faculty Spotlight: Beth Carroccio and Pattie Schlabs 8 Student Spotlight: Leticia Candra ’16 9 2016 Graduation Activities 10 The Difference We Make, Campaign Update 12 Benefit Auction and Gala “An Evening in Little Italy” 14

COURAGE Alumna Sasha Garcon ’07 Speaks 16 Students Celebrate Asian-Pacific American Heritage Month 16 Founder of Islamic Education Center Speaks at Assembly 17 Holy Cross Participates in Diversity Conference 17 Tartan Athletes Sign to Play Sports in College 18 Ice Hockey Team Wins MAGHL Championship 20 Swim and Dive Team Take First Place in Championship Meet 21 Winter Sports Recap 22 Spring Sports Recap 23

COMPASSION Holy Cross Collects Coats for House of Ruth 24 2016 Coach Sheahan Award 24 Canned Food Drive Yields Large Donation 25 Junior IB Students Raise Funds for Holy Cross School in India 25 Miss America Speaks at Hair Donation Drive 26

MISSION STATEMENT The Academy of the Holy Cross, a Catholic college preparatory school sponsored by the Sisters of the Holy Cross since 1868, is dedicated to educating young women in a Christ-centered community which values diversity. The Academy is committed to developing women of courage, compassion and scholarship who responsibly embrace the social, spiritual and intellectual challenges of the world.

Kathleen Ryan Prebble, President/CEO

SCHOLARSHIP IB Pinning Ceremony 28 Holy Cross Voted Best New App in Maryland by Verizon 28 Career Day 2016 29 National Honor Society Inducts 66 New Members 29 Class of 2016 Madeleva Scholars Recognized 30 Women’s History Month Assembly

30 Students Inducted into World Languages Honor Societies 31 IB Film Students Present at Principals’ Academic Symposium 31

ALUMNAE SECTION Tartans in NYC 32 Grassroots Organizer Kimberly Peeler-Allen ’94 33 Class of 1966 Celebrates 50th Anniversary 34 Class of 1956 Celebrates 60th Anniversary 36 Distinguished Alumnae Awards/Athletic Hall of Fame 37 The Legacy Circle 39 Alumnae Remembered at Memorial Mass 40 Caitlin Huey-Burns ’05 Featured in NYT 40 Class Notes 41 In Memoriam 44

Melissa Huey-Burns, Principal

MAGAZINE STAFF Danielle Mahaney Ballantine ’86, Editor Director of Communications

Charly Ryan Director of Institutional Advancement Kathleen Warner Bula ’79 Advancement Associate Mark Chapman Database Manager

LAYOUT/DESIGN/PRODUCTION Nate Strine On-Target Design

The Academy of the Holy Cross does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, or national or ethnic origin in its educational policy, personnel policies, admission policies, scholarship and financial aid programs or other school-administered programs.

The Tartan is a publication of The Academy of the Holy Cross.

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Letter from the Board Chair Dear AHC Alumnae, Families and Friends, On behalf of the Board of Trustees, I would like to thank all the members of our community–our students, faculty, staff, current and past parents, alumnae, and the Sisters of the Holy Cross–who have all helped us to conclude another successful year at the Academy.

Much like any year in any of our lives, this year has been a year with change. We have made changes to our campus: replacing the roof; installing air conditioning in the 1956 building, opening a Student Technology Center; and completing a state-of-the-art turf field. We have made changes to our faculty and staff; and in particular, our beloved Sister Grace Shonk, CSC has retired after dedicating 49 years to the Academy.

This is a change that will not be easy for us. Sister Grace has been an integral part of the Academy and all of our lives … it is not easy to let her go.

Sister Grace has selflessly served the Academy in a variety of positions through the years; and we have been so blessed to have her in our lives and the lives of our students. She has had an unforgettable impact on all of us and has been a living testimony to the Holy Cross tradition. The departure of Sister Grace is a change that is difficult to accept; but as with all changes, we can and will come to terms with it.

In thinking about all of the changes that have occurred in and to the Academy in the years since I walked the halls of the 1956 building; I realized that change often sparks criticism from those who fear that change will undo tradition. While traditions are important to build the community and keep us connected to the past, traditions should not be an impediment to the future. So on behalf of all alumnae, past faculty and former parents who acknowledge that we want to be “keepers of tradition,” let’s make a commitment to embrace the changes that are happening at the Academy!

We are looking forward to a fabulous 2016-2017 school year–another year in our rich history of the successful education of young women. We are fortunate to have the continued leadership of President Katy Prebble, who continues to move us forward in the Holy Cross mission of educating young women; and Principal Melissa Huey-Burns, who continues to mold and strengthen our academic programs.

Please accept my challenge to embrace that change is essential to the continued success of the Academy; that the continued success of the Academy will allow us to preserve our traditions; and that our tradition of educating young women in a Christ-centered community ensures the development of young women of courage, compassion and scholarship.

Thank you for your continued support that will ensure the success of future graduates of the Academy.

With much appreciation,

Helen Stanislav Dankos ’75 Chair, Board of Trustees

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Letter from the President Our school year began with three remarkable days in September when all of Washington seemed to smile and crowds formed on every corner of every street to get a glimpse of Pope Francis. For one brief moment Washington seemed to stop and acknowledge that someone more powerful and more holy than the head of any nation in the world was in our midst and we needed to listen. And so, it seemed particularly fitting that we ended our school year with Commencement at the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception, where almost nine months ago Pope Francis celebrated Mass, proclaiming a message to share the joy of the Gospel.

In my address to the graduates I quoted from Pope Francis’ historical address to Congress: A nation can be considered great when it defends liberty as Lincoln did, when it fosters a culture which enables people to dream of full rights for their brothers and sisters, as Martin Luther King sought to do, when it strives for justice and the cause of the oppressed as Dorothy Day did by her tireless work, the fruit of faith which becomes dialogue and sows peace in the contemplative style of Thomas Merton.

And from the Canonization Mass: Go out to the highways and byways, go out to tell the good news fearlessly, without prejudice, without superiority, without condescension, to all those who have lost the joy of living.

Go out to proclaim the merciful embrace of the Father. Go out to those who are burdened by pain and failure, who feel that their lives are empty, and proclaim the folly of a loving Father who wants to anoint them with the oil of hope, the oil of salvation.

Go out to proclaim the good news that error, deceitful illusions and falsehoods do not have the last word in a person’s life.

Go out with the ointment which soothes wounds and heals hearts.

On June 12 we honored Sister Grace Shonk, CSC and thanked her for her 49 years of service to the Academy.

Sister’s retirement will leave a space at Holy Cross that will not be filled but remembered with great tenderness.

No job was too big or too small for Sister to tackle willingly. Her joyous smile and quiet wisdom truly taught us how to be people of courage, compassion and scholarship.

Sister Grace’s life models Pope Francis’ message to “go out to tell the good news fearlessly, without prejudice, without superiority, and without condescension.” Generations of young girls and all members of the Holy Cross community became better people because of Sister’s leadership, guidance and warm embrace.

Thank you Sister Grace for being our teacher, our friend and, most importantly to me, our mentor. Enjoy your return trip home to St. Mary’s. May God Keep You Safe.

Sincerely,

Kathleen R. Prebble President and CEO

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God Keep You Safe, SISTER GRACE!

Sister Grace Shonk, CSC has served The Academy of the Holy Cross since arriving as a young sister to teach Math in 1967. In addition to teacher, she has been Assistant Principal, Principal, scheduler and substitute administrator. This summer, Sister Grace will retire from Holy Cross and is moving to the motherhouse at Saint Mary’s Convent in South Bend, IN. Holy Cross held two special events to honor Sister Grace.

In May current students organized a special school-day assembly. Students from Peer Ministry shared about her from an interview they had conducted. Sister Grace thanked all gathered for the celebration and remarked that it’s “not easy to be leaving a community after all these years, especially a community where I’ve experienced such a great connection with the people. I value the efforts, the love and the concern of the faculty and staff and the students…I would say that Father Moreau’s mission and that of the Sisters of the Holy Cross is alive and well today in our school… When I leave I will carry many blessings with me.”

In June the Holy Cross community past and present were invited to a retirement celebration. Hundreds attended the celebration and waited patiently for their turn to give Sister Grace an embrace and wish her fond farewell. A memory book was given to Sister Grace which included photos and letters from alumnae and many photos from throughout her tenure.

In special tribute to Sister Grace, the Holy Cross Home and School Association leadership purchased a new Lectionary and Roman Missal for the school.

At the 2016 Commencement ceremony on June 6, the Academy inaugurated the Sister Grace Award, which will be presented to a graduate who exemplifies the attributes of a faith-filled woman and who promotes the mission of the Academy with a sense of joy and peace of heart. Nicole Clark ’16 is the first recipient of the award.

As she begins a new journey, Sister Grace’s legacy of a steadfast faith, quiet strength and unflagging spirit will continue to endure throughout this community.

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“Father Moreau’s mission and that of the Sisters of the Holy Cross is alive and well today in our school.”

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Faculty Spotlight BETH CARROCCIO AND PATTIE SCHLABS

Pattie Schlabs says that art encourages students to numerous Art contests. Holy Cross students have won become the kind of adults society needs and that Holy many competitions through the years such as the Van Cross is exceptional in recognizing the importance of Hollen Congressional Art competition and the Landon the arts. Beth Carroccio agrees, noting that art was the Invitational for Independent Schools Competition. “first language.” She says, “it exists in and is related to all the subjects taught in high school.” Beth and Pattie Pattie sees the generosity of students toward each other have taught in the Holy Cross Art Department together and their teachers, “as much as with their willingness for nearly 20 years (Beth came five years earlier) and to try new things, accept guidance and instruction, and are both retiring with the end of the 2015-2016 school the individual character that they gave to each of their year. They have impacted numerous students through works of art,” as a memory she will cherish. Both note the years, often igniting a the importance of an all-girls’ passion and talent in girls education that allows them “as much as with their willingness that they didn’t know they to as Pattie says, “estimate to try new things, accept guidance had. Beth says that showing themselves on their merits students that art is not just as individuals, not as part and instruction, and the individual “for the gifted” but for all of gender classification.” has been one of her fondest Beth concurs that it allows character that they gave to each of experiences. She loves women to become their their works of art” hearing, “I didn’t know I best. could do that!”

In addition to teaching Art, Motivating Beth and Pattie through the years has been both have moderated the Art Club after school. Both the challenge of helping each student discover her own have served as homeroom Advisors. Pattie was the joy of, as Pattie says, “mastering skills that will enable Class Moderator for several years and the moderator her to express her ideas creatively.” Beth says that she of the Young Liberals Club. Outside of Holy Cross always found students’ work inspiring and that she both enjoy their families including time with their would learn right alongside them. She notes that many grandchildren. This summer Pattie traveled to Japan students find a home in the Art Department classrooms, for her son’s wedding. Beth is a local portraiture artist “a place to work in ceramics, finish a drawing or working in pastel. Many of her consigned works are painting assignment, or share ideas on a project.” Beth portraits of children. Both plan to continue with their and Pattie pride themselves on displaying student art in their retirement in addition to traveling, reading, artwork throughout the school and are pleased by the and spending time with their families. Additionally Pattie many accolades students receive from faculty, staff and says that she hopes that her retirement will allow her visitors. In addition to the annual Holy Cross Spring to “never be in the position to grade student work ever Art Show, Beth and Pattie have helped students enter again.”

Tom Whalen and daughter Helen Whalen ’15.

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Student Spotlight LETICIA CANDRA ’16

Leticia Candra ’16 is a renaissance Holy Cross girl who was involved in a variety of different Holy Cross activities, where she often took the lead and left a lasting impact. As she moves on to college, she takes with her many successes, memories and experiences.

“I will always remember my art classes with my favorite teachers, Mrs. Carroccio and Mrs. Schlabs”

Not only did Leticia find a passion in the visual and performing arts, but she also excelled academically. She earned Principal’s List all four years and was a four-year recipient of the High Academic Excellence Award. She is a Madeleva Scholar and an IB Diploma Programme Candidate. For her Senior Project, Leticia interned with a dermatology practice in Frederick, MD. “I loved it!” she says. She will pursue a premed track at the University of Pittsburgh in the fall and is majoring in Studio Art. “I will always remember my art classes with my favorite teachers, Mrs. [Beth] Carroccio and Mrs. [Pattie] Schlabs,” Leticia says fondly. “They trusted me to work as an independent student, and I really grew as an artist because of their guidance. My time in the art room is one thing I will truly miss at Holy Cross.” Throughout her high school career, Leticia also competed in several area high school art competitions, including the Best of Independent Schools Art Competition–Landon School Invitational. This year she won First Place in the Painting category. Leticia’s beautiful painting of Madonna and child was featured on the 2015 Holy Cross Christmas card.

During her free time, Leticia could be found engaging in many different co-curricular activities. She is the Founder and President of the Fitness Club. “The small group of committed people contribute to some of my favorite memories,” she says. Additionally, Leticia was deeply involved with the Performing Arts Department. She worked on the crew for 10 Holy Cross productions including Summer Stock and took many leadership roles behind-the-scenes. For the 2015 Little Shop of Horrors production, Leticia was Head of the Design and Construction and the operator of “Audrey II,” for which she received standing ovations at every performance. Additionally, Leticia played flute in many of the Holy Cross productions’ pit orchestra. She served as President of the Tri-M Music Honor Society, Co-President of the Instrumental Club, and was a member of the International Thespian Society.

When asked about her Holy Cross education, Leticia says, “I think I speak on behalf of most students that there are no distractions without the presence of boys around. The atmosphere is much more laid back and comfortable, and students choose to act like themselves, which I really appreciate.” She says that she will “definitely cherish” her time with friends and teachers, and that she has encountered “some really cool people.”

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Graduation Activities

The 120 members of the Class of 2016 celebrated their graduation from the Academy with Cap and Gown, Baccalaureate and Commencement ceremonies to mark the occasion.

The Cap and Gown ceremony took place on Thursday, May 26 with students, faculty and staff. Student Council President Casey Magersupp ’16 and Senior Class President Kelsea Konz ’16 gave final addresses to the assembly. Class of 2016 students in the IB Diploma Programme received their IB medals and Senior Department Awards were given.

Prior to the Cap and Gown ceremony, the Class of 2016 was inducted into the Alumnae Association.

Francesca Rigutto Reed ’94 addressed the class and welcomed them as the newest alumnae. She encouraged the graduates to continue to be involved in the Holy Cross community. Each graduate received a special welcome gift from the Alumnae Association.

On Sunday, June 5, the Holy Cross community gathered at Holy Redeemer church in Kensington, MD, for Baccalaureate Mass. During the Preparation of Gifts, graduates carried mementos from significant activities, academics, clubs, etc. in remembrance of their time at Holy Cross.

On Monday, June 6, the Commencement ceremony took place at the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception. Members of the 50th anniversary Class of 1966 led in the procession.

Valedictorian Isabel Callahan ’16 and Salutatorian Hania Lincoln Lenderking ’16 delivered addresses.

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President Kathleen Prebble and Principal Melissa Huey-Burns presented The Sisters of the Holy Cross Award (Aleah Jensen ’16 and Elyse Keenan ’16), the Spes Unica Award (Arielle Melcher ’16), the inaugural Sister Grace Award (Nicole Clark ’16) the St. André Bessette Citizenship Award (Francesca Joseph ’16), and the Cardinal Award (Andrea Batugo ’16). At the conclusion of the ceremony, the graduates met family and friends outside the Basilica in the beautiful spring weather.

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In the two and a half years from the launching of The Difference We Make, the Campaign for The Academy of the Holy Cross, much has been achieved:

• Over $2.7 million in pledges and support • Over 200 alumnae, parents, grandparents and friends of Holy Cross have contributed • Phase I projects have been completed The next priorities will continue building renovations and program enhancements. The campaign’s success will impact every current and future Holy Cross student, with each funding component centered on improving the “student experience.”

An ongoing priority remains Endowment for Tuition Assistance and Academic Programs. With a funded endowment we will be able to increase tuition assistance, making it possible for more families to benefit from a Holy Cross education.

These strategic initiatives will sustain our work, keep us competitive and allow us to advance our mission.

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PROJECTS COMPLETED RIDGWAY FIELD AND SOFTBALL FIELD

• Installed an all-season, multi-sport synthetic-turf field • Equipped the field with new sound system, two new electronic scoreboards,

and portable press box • Installed new softball backstop • Added new ornamental perimeter fencing and portable fencing

1956 CLASSROOM BUILDING

• Replaced original roof (half in summer 2015, remaining half summer 2016) • Installed HVAC system in cafeteria, kitchen and auditorium

TECHNOLOGY

• Renovated two lower-level classrooms into Student Tech Center and Computer Lab • Refurbished lower-level classrooms with new student centered furnishings, lighting and power stations • Purchased a Makerbot 3-D printer

CLASSROOM FURNITURE

• Furnished three classrooms with Node chairs to enhance student engagement, mobility, and collaboration

2016 SUMMER PROJECTS

• Completion of roof project • Completion of lower-level classroom project converting space into a Technology & Creativity Center • Refurbished third lower-level classroom with student-centered furnishings, power stations, 3-D printer station and laptops equipped with AutoDesk Inventor CAD/CAM software • Furnish additional classroom with Node chairs

FALL 2016 PROJECTS

• Continue Phase II Funding Efforts to include: •

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❑❑ Renovation of restrooms and locker room in 1956 building ❑❑ Reimagining current library into Student Information Center Complete Campus Master Plan to determine priority and placement of future needs ❑❑ Additional parking ❑❑ Outside concession/restroom/storage ❑❑ Main entrance upgrades Gym expansion Student commons upgrades Others as determined by the planning process

“The spirit of Holy Cross endures through the years like a loving family embracing its members while reaching out to share its gifts within the world community.” –Sister Grace Shonk, CSC

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Benefit Auction and Gala Many, many thanks to everyone who helped to make the 2016 Benefit Auction and Gala “An Evening in Little Italy” on Saturday, March 19, a tremendous success. From those who spent months in preparation and planning for the event, to those who helped set up and work during the event, to those who attended and supported it, our community truly demonstrated how much the mission of The Academy of the Holy Cross is valued.

Every dollar raised at the auction directly impacts the lives of our students. Enthusiastic donors raised their paddle to show their support for this year’s fund-an-item “Dollars for Scholars.” The funds raised in “Dollars for Scholars” will go a long way to meet the tuition needs of deserving students.

Special thanks to this year’s Chair, Chris Callahan, and the steering committee, for their vision of a lovely evening filled with exciting auction items. The Live Auction was particularly energetic this year, with attendees out-bidding one another to win the coveted items and supporting the cause.

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(L-R) Louise Hendon, Sister Grace Shonk, CSC, and Katy Prebble

Stephen and Mary Brogan

2016 Benefit Auction & Gala Steering Committee

(L-R) Helen Stanislav Dankos ’75, Katy Prebble, Chris Callahan, Danny Callahan

(L-R) Erin Farrell ’08, Zoe Anthony ’08, Jesse Dankos ’08, Casey Fletcher ’09, Melissa Benedetti ’11, Christina Benedetti ’08

Chris Callahan Chair Chris Beall Cindy Benedetti Kathleen Burgess Clark ’82 Debbie Copeland Janet Dailey Peg Daly Lee duFief Dupont ’81 Therese Mullaney Draddy ’81 Roman Fay Laura Havens Hanley ’85 Alice Hrdy Bernadette Keenan Tracey King Marie Looby Keith Krom & Inés Luengo de Krom Dolores Murphy Maloney ’82 Amy May Ann Stanislav McCord ’85 Colleen Moore Jackie Murray Sharon Parbs Mary Agnes McAuliffe Rogers ’80 Michael Ryan Carol Walsh MJ Zafis-Garcia

POPE-MOBILE Father Paul Dressler and Eileen Whelan ’05

The lucky winner of the 2016 Car Raffle-a 2016 Fiat 500L-is Susan Hayden, mother of alumna, Hannah Hayden ‘14. Susan is a pre-kindergarten teacher at St. Jude’s school in Rockville, MD.

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Alumna Sasha Garcon ’07 Speaks

AT BLACK HISTORY MONTH PROGRAM

In February the Holy Cross community gathered for the Black History Month Assembly. The theme of this year’s program was “In Recognition of Freedom and Justice.” The Holy Cross Onyx Club coordinates this annual celebration.

Holy Cross alumna Sasha Garcon ’07, Assistant Public Defender for the Maryland Office of the Public Defender: Juvenile Division, gave the keynote address. Sasha spoke about her journey to help bring justice for youth in Maryland who cannot defend themselves. She shared that she first recognized that she wanted to help children while performing Christian Service as a sophomore at Holy Cross. She continues to volunteer her time in the community with a number of organizations.

During the assembly, Onyx Club members Maya Alston ’16 and Noah Lewis ’16 performed an original interpretive dance choreographed by Maya. The video of the dance is posted on The Academy of the Holy Cross YouTube channel.

Onyx Club members Gabrielle Dawson ’16 and Giovanni Gaston ’16 recited the poem “Lord! Lord! Why did you make me black?” written by RuNett Nia Ebo. Additionally, Onyx Club members Gabrielle Dawson ’16 and Brianna Harris ’16 sang what is often referred to as “The Black National Anthem,” “Lift Every Voice and Sing” by James Weldon Johnson.

Student Celebrate

ASIAN-PACIFIC AMERICAN HERITAGE MONTH

Members of the Asian American Student Association led an all-school assembly in April to celebrate Asian-Pacific American Heritage Month in April. The students showed a humorous video that addressed the many different types of Asian culture and acted out a student-written satire about Asian stereotypes.

Alumna Melanie Singh ’06 spoke during the assembly about her life as an Asian American and how her heritage shaped her life experience. She then joined Andrea Batugo ’16 in a duet of a popular Philippine song in Tagalog.

Afterwards, the students demonstrated Tinikling, a traditional Philippine dance. They choreographed the dance to both traditional and popular music for the demonstration.

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Founder of Islamic Education Center

SPEAKS AT ASSEMBLY

Seniors in the IB World Religions course study Taoism, Hinduism, Buddhism, Islam, and Christianity, with an in-depth study of Buddhism and Islam. In April, as a culmination of their study of Islam, the students led an all-school assembly.

At the students’ invitation, Dr. Abdul-Sahib Hashim spoke during the assembly, giving an introduction to Islam, including similarities to and differences from to Christianity. The seniors had first met Dr. Hashim when they visited the Islamic Education Center in Potomac, MD. Dr. Hashim is an Iraqui-American retired pediatrician, who is a noted educator and author, both about medicine and Islam. He is the founder of the Islamic Education Center. He is also the grandfather of Holy Cross senior Samantha Hashim.

Hania Lincoln Lenderking ’16 said during the assembly, “The purpose of learning about other religions is not to say that one is right and the other wrong, but to gain an understanding of how people outside of our own experiences live. This knowledge can teach us important things about our own faith, as well as help us achieve an environment of peace and understanding in the world today.”

HOLY CROSS PARTICIPATES IN

Diversity Conference Holy Cross students attended the “Diversity in the DMV” conference at St. Andrew’s Episcopal School in Potomac, MD in February. Over 300 high school students attended the conference from Catholic, private and independent schools.

The theme for the conference was “Living Your Words and Keeping it 100.” The students in attendance all had an interest in exploring the principles of diversity, equity and justice. During the daylong event, the students attended information sessions and affinity groups.

The 12 Holy Cross students who attended were nominated by their peers to attend. Onyx Club Moderator Debbie Brown and President Katy Prebble also attended the conference.

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(L-R) Allie Albrecht ’16, Lea Barnes ’16, Jade Ruiters ’16

Tartan Athletes Sign TO PLAY SPORTS IN COLLEGE In November, seven Holy Cross Class of 2016 students signed National Letters of Intent to play sports at Division I colleges during an all-school ceremony. Two additional signing events were held in February, celebrating three athlete signers, and in May, with six athlete signers.

Allie Albrecht will play soccer at Coastal Carolina University in the fall. She is captain of the Holy Cross varsity team, and two-year captain of Maryland United Club Soccer. She was named an Honorable Mention in The Washington Post All-Met for soccer and First Team in the WCAC Soccer All Conference. Allie is also passionate about community service and a prized Student Ambassador.

Christiane “Lea” Barnes will play soccer for Louisiana State University in the fall. Lea competes for the Holy Cross varsity soccer team and a club team. This year she was named a WCAC Soccer All Conference Honorable Mention.

She’s shared her love for the sport as a counselor at a soccer camp, and has had her heart set on competing for a DI team for years.

Jade Ruiters will play soccer for Boston College in the fall. She is a powerhouse, on the soccer field and in the classroom. Her pride and joy is working as a volunteer coach with TOPSoccer, a soccer program for disabled young athletes. She was named to The Washington Post All-Met First Team for soccer this year as well as WCAC Soccer All Conference First Team.

Cierra Belinkie will play soccer in college in the fall at Piedmont College in Georgia. Cierra has been involved in soccer throughout her high school career, both on the Holy Cross team and on teams outside of school. She plays for the MSC Coyotes soccer team and is also involved in the organization called Sports Plus, where she volunteers with young children who have autism.

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(L-R) Cierra Belinkie ’16, Lili Caceres ’16, Katie Clark ’16, Anna-Sophia Capizzi ’16, Alise Greene ’16, Grace Goetcheus ’16

Liliana “Lili” Caceres will be playing soccer at Salisbury University in the fall. She has been a pivotal member of the Holy Cross Varsity Soccer team and has also played for multiple teams outside of school, including Maryland United FC. Lili is also a summer camp counselor for at the Montgomery Soccer Academy.

Anna-Sophia Capizzi will be playing basketball at Haverford College in Pennsylvania. Anna-Sophia was named All-WCAC Second team in her senior year and Third Team in her junior year She was also named MVP for the Holy Cross team in her senior year. Anna-Sophia has also been a member of the Varsity Track team for all four years of high school.

Kathleen “Katie” Clark will be rowing at Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) in the fall. Katie has had many accolades as part of Holy Cross Crew, as well as her club team at Thompson Boat Center (TBC). She was named an All-Met Honorable Mention in her junior year. She was also a member of a boat that took 2nd place as part of the Varsity 4+ race during the Washington Metropolitan Interscholastic Rowing Association (WMIRA) Championship Regatta and competed in the C.R.A.S.H.-B Indoor Rowing Championships, as well as the Head of the Charles, the largest rowing regatta in the United States.

Alise Green will be running at Guilford College in North Carolina in the fall. Alise was captain of the Varsity Track and Field team and has been a crucial member to the team since her freshman year. She holds the second best record for the 100 meter dash in Holy Cross school history and is on the record board multiple times as a part of the 4x100 meter and 4x200 meter. Alise was awarded the “Most Improved Player” award this year.

Grace Goetcheus will be attending Tufts University and joining the Swim team in the fall. Grace helped the Holy Cross Swim and Dive Team capture the Washington Metropolitan Private School Swim Dive League (WMPSSDL) Championship title this year and a second place finish last year. She was named the Captain of the AHC Varsity Swim team and was also voted the MVP in both her junior and senior year. Along with being a member of the Holy Cross team, Grace has participated in a summer team at Cedarbrook Swim Club for over 10 years and swims on a club team year round.

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Ice Hockey Team WINS MAGHL CHAMPIONSHIP Congratulations to the Tartan Ice Hockey team who won the Mid-Atlantic Girls Hockey League (MAGHL) AA division championship in February. The team beat previous three-time MAGHL champion Holton-Arms 2-1.

The Washington Post quoted Margaret D’Arcy ’16, “To win our senior year was always what we hoped for. Looking back, so many girls have joined the hockey team and everyone raves about it how much fun the sport is. We’ve established a legacy that hockey is a serious sport at Holy Cross,” D’Arcy said. “Our defense was phenomenal, our goalie was phenomenal, it was such an amazing effort.”

Coach Kyran Kennedy was named The Washington Post 2016 All-Met Coach of the Year. The Post wrote, “After starting the Holy Cross ice hockey program with a roster full of novices, Kennedy guided the Tartans to their first MidAtlantic Girls Hockey League championship in the team’s fourth season. Holton-Arms won the first three MAGHL titles and beat the Tartans twice during the regular season, 8-2 and 6-1, but Holy Cross displayed its maturation and resolve in a 2-1 victory in the title game.”

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COURAGE

Swim and Dive Team TAKE FIRST PLACE IN CHAMPIONSHIP MEET The Tartan Swim and Dive Team captured the Washington Metropolitan Private School Swim Dive League (WMPSSDL) Championship title that took place at the end of January. This is the first championship for the team.

Coach Kit Mathews was awarded Coach of the Year by the WMPSSDL.

CONGRATULATIONS Athletic Director

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WINTER SPORTS RECAP VARSITY BASKETBALL

SWIM

All-WCAC Second Team: Anna-Sophia Capizzi ’16 All-WCAC Honorable Mention: Madison Boyd ’17 Amber Onyekwere ’17

WMPSSDL Coach of the Year: Kit Mathews

MVP: Anna-Sophia Capizzi ’16 Most Improved: Emily Moore ’16 Tartan: Madison Boyd ’17

JV BASKETBALL

MVP: Elaine Finney ’18 Most Improved: Ella Torp ’19 Tartan: Madeline Doukouris ’19

DIVE

MVP: Haley Rupp ’17 Most Improved: Sofia Leusch ’19 Tartan: Emily Schlosser ’17

2016 WMPSSDL Champion MVP: Grace Goetcheus ’16 Most Improved: Maureen Cosgrove ’18 Tartan: Keely Mashburn ’18

ICE HOCKEY AA

MVP Offense: Margaret D’Arcy ’16 MVP Defense: Casey Magersupp ’16 Most Improved: Sophie Haywood ’16 Tartan: Kate Taylor ’16

ICE HOCKEY A

MVP Offense: Emily Matejik ’17 MVP Defense: Madeline Dunton ’18 Most Improved: Leah McNamara ’19 Tartan: Megan Conley ’17 The Washington Post All-Met Coach of the Year: Kyran Kennedy

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POM & CHEER

MVP: TBD Most Improved: Christina Vincent ’16 Tartan: Katrin Ann Magsino ’16

TRACK & FIELD

MVP: Theresa Rogers ’17 Most Improved: Naomi Adedokun ’16 Tartan: Clare Toner ’16

COURAGE

SPRING SPORTS RECAP VARSITY LACROSSE

2016 WCAC Lacrosse Girls’ All Conference Teams: First Team: Attack-Kathleen Taylor ’16, Midfielder-Mary Muldoon ’18, Defense-Kelsea Konz ’16 Second Team: Defense-Kelly Foley ’16 Third Team: Attack-Grace McCrery ’17, Midfielder-Michaela Lucas ’16 Honorable Mention: Caroline Menn ’16 The Washington Post All-Met Girls’ Lacrosse Second Team – Kathleen Taylor ’16 Honorable Mention - Kelsea Konz ’16, Mary Muldoon ’18

JV LACROSSE

MVP: Mary Murray ’18 Most Improved: Lajae Crutchfield ’18 Tartan: Katherine Foley ’19

VARSITY SOFTBALL

MVP: Julianna Renzi ’17 Most Improved: Clare Coyle ’19 Tartan: Casey Magersupp ’16 2016 WCAC Softball All Conference Teams: Second Team: Casey Magersupp ’16, Sofia Muzzatti ’16

Honorable Mention: Allison Edwards ’17, Devon Lyons ’16, Julianna Renzi ’17, Gabriella Sebastian ’18

JV SOFTBALL

MVP: Caroline Ryan ’18 Most Improved: Jazmin Campbell ’18 Tartan: Anita Deonarine ’18

VARSITY EQUESTRIAN

MVP: Morgan Rosia ’19 Most Improved: Jacqueline Kerlin ’17 Tartan: Alexandra Kennedy ’17

JV EQUESTRIAN

MVP: Rachel Feldhausen ’16 Most Improved: Karen Gordon ’17 Tartan: Colleen Fitzpatrick ’16

The Washington Post All-Met Rowing/Crew Honorable Mention – Kathleen Clark ’16

GOLF

MVP: Kiara Beckham ’18 Most Improved: Kylie Draddy ‘19 Tartan: Lauren O’Leary ’17

TRACK AND FIELD

MVP: Clare Toner ’16 Most Improved: Isabelle Cassidy ’17 Tartan: Jeasmine Ebessa ’18 The Washington Post All-Met Girls’ Tennis Player of the Year Shannon Hanley ’16

CREW

MVP: Emma Falkenstein ’17 Most Improved: Nia Brumme ’17 Tartan: Shea Stevens ’16 WMIRA Bronze Medal Winner Novice 8+ (w/Coxswain) Stotesbury Semi Finalist (18th out of 74 boats) - Junior 4+ (w/Coxswain)

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HOLY CROSS COLLECTS

Coats for House of Ruth The Holy Cross Athletics Office organized a coat drive in January for the House of Ruth.

Through the generosity of students, parents, faculty and staff, over 120 coats were collected. The coats were professionally drycleaned and given to House of Ruth where they were distributed to the women and children being served. Student Peer Ministers helped organize the donated coats for the pick-up by House of Ruth.

with the Academy. This is the fourth year for the award that is presented to a rising senior who exemplifies the values that Coach Sheahan ascribed to in his own life and coaching style: a Christcentered life; a devotion to family; a conscientious student; a leader and person of integrity and commitment who is loyal to herself, her school, and her community. The award includes a scholarship towards tuition.

JESSICA FALCINELLI ’17

Receives Coach Sheahan Excellence Award The Academy presented the Coach Sheahan Excellence Award to Jessica Falcinelli ’17 in May during the Underclass Awards Ceremony.

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Jessica was nominated by coaches from two sports (volleyball and ice hockey). They wrote in their nomination: • She is dedicated, hard-working, positive, friendly and humble • Despite her incredible academic load, she did not miss a practice, match or tournament • She encourages all her teammates, listens carefully to and follows instruction, and is a model student-athlete • She had to constantly be honest with herself and assess her skills. It was this self-honesty that allowed her to continue to develop her skills and become a major contributor to the success of the team.

Athletic Director Lisa Schrader announced the award, including a remark from last year’s recipient, Lucy Pawlowski ’16: “I felt so honored to have received the Coach Sheahan Award. The award reminds all of us how important it is to continue supporting each other while in school and beyond.”

COMPASSION

Canned Food Drive YIELDS LARGE DONATION

The Holy Cross community participated in the John S. Mulholland Family Foundation Lenten High School Challenge in February. During the weeklong collection, students, faculty and staff brought in food donations totaling more than 1,600 items. The drive was coordinated by the Holy Cross Peer Ministers, the International Club, and the Language Honor Societies, in conjunction with the Campus Ministry and Christian Service Office. Additionally, a Tag Day raised additional funds for the cause. The food and money support local food pantries.

This is the third year that Holy Cross has participated in the drive.

JUNIOR IB STUDENTS RAISE FUNDS

for Holy Cross School in India

Every year the Junior International Baccalaureate Diploma students work together on a service project that is global in nature. This year seven students, Elizabeth Bruno ’17, Erin Hicks ’17, Jacqueline Kerlin ’17, Emma Kosters ’17, Lauren O’Leary ’17, Isabella Orgel ’17, and Julia Urban ’17, selected the Salka Holy Cross School run by the Sisters of the Holy Cross in Barakathal, India as their focus. They researched the geographical area, the economy, and the education system in India, and specifically girls’ education.

During an all-school assembly in April, the students presented an overview of their research and information about the Salka Holy Cross School. The students coordinated several fundraising events including a pizza sale, a prom ticket raffle, a tag day, and a teacher vs. student dodgeball tournament.

Students donated money throughout the week leading up to the game to vote for the teachers to play in the tournament and to play against them.

Students could also buy popcorn and baked goods during the tournament.

The activities raised approximately $1,700 for the cause.

The project is part of the Creativity, Action, Service component of the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme.

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Father Paul Dressler, OFM blesses the horse racers (L to R) Don Mooers, Joe Capizzi, Sean Ballantine, Marc Bruno

MISS AMERICA 2016

Betty Cantrell

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COMPASSION

VISITS THE ACADEMY OF THE HOLY CROSS HAIR DONATION DRIVE

The Academy of the Holy Cross

held its fourth annual Hair Donation Drive in April. Students each donated eight inches or more of their hair to make wigs for cancer patients.

As part of the event this year, Miss America 2016 Betty Cantrell visited campus to share her experience as Miss America and about donating her own hair.

Thirty-eight students donated their hair during the drive, which is organized by the Christian Service office. The donated hair was given to Pantene Beautiful Lengths, which provides free real-hair wigs to the American Cancer Society’s wig banks.

The event began with an all-school assembly during which Betty Cantrell spoke about her path to becoming Miss America. She shared her personal story about how the experience provided her with a much-needed scholarship to complete her education. Her message to the students was one of perseverance. Betty told the students to pursue their dreams and goals, no matter what obstacles might get in the way. She also shared about donating her hair in December 2015–something unusual for a Miss America to do. “Miss America is known for having long, beautiful, flowing hair!” she said. But she felt compelled to give of herself in this way. Following the assembly, Betty posed for selfies and photos with students and posted about her visit on her Twitter and Instagram feeds.

As Miss America 2016, Betty Cantrell is currently on a national tour to educate her audiences on her platform ”Healthy Children, Strong America,” encouraging children to make healthy choices and to stay physically active. She will also continue to entertain the nation with her remarkable vocal performances, as well as serve as National Goodwill Ambassador for Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals.

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I B P inning CEREMONY A special Pinning Ceremony was held in April to recognize the outstanding work of the 32 Class of 2016 International Baccalaureate Diploma Candidates. As part of the ceremony, candles were lit symbolizing the three areas of the IB Diploma: Theory of Knowledge; Extended Essay; and Creativity, Action, Service.

After receiving their IB pins, which they wore at graduation events, the candidates signed an IB banner signed by previous IB candidates.

Holy Cross Voted BEST NEW APP IN MARYLAND BY VERIZON Campus Map App, created by a team of six Holy Cross students in the Introduction to Programming class, was selected as a Best in State winner in the Verizon Innovative App Challenge. There were more than 1,200 app concept submissions in this highly competitive contest.

The award includes a $5,000 grant for Holy Cross and tablets for every team member. The student team: Liliana Caceres ’16, Brianna Chazin ’16, Nicole Clark ’16, Sara Folger ’18, Eileen Murphy ’16, and Jasmine Turner ’16, along with faculty member Lauren DeZinno, were recognized at an all-school assembly in January.

The team created a video to promote the app and competed at the national level.

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SCHOLARSHIP

Career Day 2016 The annual Career Day program took place in March. Board of Trustees member Karen Schaeffer and her daughters Kaitlin Schaeffer Yardley ’99 and Megan Schaeffer ’01 delivered a keynote presentation about the development of their careers. Karen is the managing member and co-founder of Schaeffer Financial LLC. Kaitlin is a Certified Financial Planner with Schaeffer Financial LLC. Megan is an associate attorney in the Estate Planning and Administration Group at Pasternak and Fidis, P.C. Their presentation included how each of their individual careers evolved based on the circumstances in their lives and their personal and professional goals.

Following the keynote, juniors and seniors returned to their advisories to hear individual alumnae speakers who shared their own career stories. Sophomores and freshmen heard a panel of three alumnae in a large-group setting. The 16 alumnae represented a variety of career fields. Professions included environmental engineering, private-sector and military law, occupational therapy, teaching, nursing, physician’s assistant, acting, catering/ event planning, political reporting, college admissions, U.S. Secret Service, and the U.S. Department of Education Reach Higher Initiative.

Career Day is an annual program organized by the School Counseling and Alumnae Affairs offices.

National Honor Society INDUCTS 66 NEW MEMBERS

On Wednesday, March 9, The Moreau Chapter of the National Honor Society inducted 66 new members from the Classes of 2016 and 2017.

During the ceremony the student leaders of the NHS gave explanations of the four traditions: scholarship, service, leadership, and character.

The candidates recited the NHS pledge and each received a certificate and pin. President Katy Prebble and Principal Melissa Huey-Burns gave congratulatory remarks and NHS member Isabel Callahan ’16 gave a reflection on the importance of the honor society in her life at the Academy.

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Class of 2016

MADELEVA SCHOLARS RECOGNIZED The Academy recognized the 38 Class of 2016 students who completed the Madeleva Scholars Program during a special evening reception in March. The students have been working towards the achievement since their Freshman year.

The Madeleva Scholars Program provides a structure enabling students to achieve most fully those qualities articulated in the Mission Statement of The Academy of the Holy Cross: courage, compassion, and scholarship. The program is named in honor and recognition of Sister Mary Madeleva, CSC, a noted member of the Sisters of the Holy Cross, and is unique to the Academy. In addition to maintaining at least a 3.0 grade point average, students must follow criteria for academics, service, leadership, athletics or activities, and enrichment. These requirements include additional service hours performed, enrichment learning activities taken in the summer;,and a 10-page research paper written on a topic of the student’s choosing.

During the reception, five of the seniors spoke about their experience in the program and discussed their papers. The topics chosen were as varied as the students themselves.

Following the presentations, the Madeleva Scholars received their certificate and a ribbon that they wore with their caps and gowns at the commencement activities.

Sarah Hesterman

SPEAKS AT WOMEN’S HISTORY MONTH ASSEMBLY Holy Cross celebrated Women’s History Month in March with an all-school assembly sponsored by the Girl Up club. The featured speaker was Sarah Hesterman, who attended Holy Cross in her freshman year before her military family moved to the Qatar in the Middle East. Sarah started Girl Up Qatar, the first club in the country and one of a few in the Middle East. She was named one of the BBC’s 100 Women of 2014 and one of Malala Yousafzai’s #GirlHeroes. She has spoken at the World Innovation Summit for Education to promote female empowerment in the field of education.

Sarah shared her story and emphasized how important it is for young women to appreciate the gift of education because so many girls throughout the world are denied it. She challenged the Holy Cross students to make a difference in the world because they are empowered by their education.

Girl Up is an innovative campaign of the United Nations Foundation. Students have the opportunity to become global leaders and channel their energy and compassion to raise awareness and funds for United Nations programs that help some of the world’s hardest-to-reach adolescent girls.

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SCHOLARSHIP STUDENTS INDUCTED INTO

World Languages Honor Societies In April the Holy Cross World Languages department inducted 41 students into the World Languages honor societies—Société Honoraire de Français (French Honor Society), Societas Honoraria Linguae Latinae (Latin Honor Society), and Sociedad Honoraria Hispánica (Spanish Honor Society). These students have demonstrated excellence in their study of World Languages over several consecutive semesters.

President Katy Prebble welcomed the students and families attending the ceremony. Students then read prayers in each of the three world languages. As students were inducted they lit candles as a symbol of their commitment to and love of learning a world language. Students also received certificates of membership in the societies. To conclude the ceremony, Assistant Principal for Academics Rodney Larsen spoke about the derivation and meaning of the word “congratulations.”

After group photos, attendees enjoyed refreshments in the Theatre lobby.

IB FILM STUDENTS

Present at Principals’ Academic Symposium

In March six juniors (Bernadette Badamo, Jessica Falcinelli, Erin Hicks, Kaylyn Policastri, Mary Schech, Julia Urban) from the IB Film HL I class attended the fifth annual High School Principals Association Academic Symposium, held this year at the Catholic University of America. In their “Student Filmmaking” presentation they showcased a variety of short film projects they and their classmates have created in the IB Film class. They discussed how student filmmaking projects have helped them to develop not only filmmaking techniques and storytelling capacity, but also skills of organization, time-management, collaboration, and attention to detail.

Erin Hicks ’17 and Bernadette Badamo ’17 presented films about the dangers of cheating that they and their groups submitted to the IB Academic Honesty Film contest. The other films represented had originally premiered at the IB Showcase at the beginning of February, and are as follows: “Dark Night of the Soul” (Brittany Menjivar ’17, Annabelle O’Reilly ’17, Kaylyn Policastri ’17) – Chaos erupts at a Halloween party when a ghost seeks revenge on the kids who once bullied her.

“The Scholar” (Julia Urban ’17) – When a student dedicates herself to her work, she cuts off her family and friends, and finds herself trapped inside her own head.

“Torn” (Jacqueline Kerlin ’17, Mary Schech ’17) – When a girl has troubles at home, she decides to run away.

“Jonas” (Jessica Falcinelli ’17) – A sudden blizzard turns a simple punishment into a life-ordeath rescue mission.

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(L-R) Katy Prebble, Dorina Lantella Martinaro ’83, Katie Parent Buczek ’97, Maura Hanarahan Mountain ’83, Kelly O’Driscoll Greeves ’00, Kristen Bruen Fay ’93, Elizabeth Genovese Martin ’80, Ann Parent Laskowski ’94

TARTANS IN NYC Holy Cross hosted two alumnae events in the New York/New Jersey area in February. The New York gathering was held at Rosie O’Grady’s in Manhattan. Kristen Bruen Fay ’93 hosted the New Jersey gathering at her lovely home. Over 30 Alumnae from the classes of 1956 through 2014 attended the events coming from the New York, New Jersey and Connecticut areas.

Eileen King ’98, Katy Prebble, Katherine King ’95

All enjoyed the opportunity to mingle with fellow Holy Cross LOTAs! Additionally, President Katy Prebble and Director of Advancement Charly Ryan enjoyed visiting with alumnae in the area: Geraldine Cravaritis Steiner ’58, Kimberly Peeler-Allen ’94, Kelly Carerra ’94, and Barbara Carey Hayes ’56.

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Ann Parent Laskowski ’94, Jamie Toribio Hiland ’94, Kimberly Peeler-Allen ’94, Kelly Carrera ’94, Katherine King ’95

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ALUMNAE NEWS

Grassroots Organizer KIMBERLY PEELER-ALLEN ’94

Geraldine Cravaritis Steiner ’58 (center) and family members with Katy Prebble.

Ann Parent Laskowski ’94, Kristen Bruen Fay ’93, Dorina Lantella Martinaro ’83

Katy Prebble and Katie Parent Buczek ’97

Kimberly Peeler-Allen ’94 says Holy Cross definitely gave her “girl power” to “be the change we wanted to see in the world.” She credits many of her Holy Cross teachers who punctuated this concept in each academic discipline.

Teachers who were inspirational to Kimberly included Lolita Jardeleza, “Mrs. J,” who Kimberly says is, “the spiritual rock of Holy Cross;” Donna Boring and Eileen Miles, who brought out her love of history, government and politics; and Sandy Young, who “taught us how to change a tire and to always carry a big hairbrush in case we needed it for self-defense!”

After working in New York as the Principal of Peeler-Allen Consulting, LLC from 2003 to 2014, the only African American full-time fundraising consulting firm in New York State, Kimberly noticed the lack of black women at events organized by the women’s or progressive movements. So she and her friend Glynda Carr decided to create a place where black women could truly become involved in the political process in a meaningful way. And Higher Heights was born. The grassroots movement seeks to elevate black women’s voices to shape and advance progressive policies and politics by strengthening civic participation.

Kimberly found that the challenge of building an organization from scratch (literally scratched out on a placemat) was worth the exertion.

Nearly six years later it has evolved into a movement that is “having an impact on making government more diverse and reflective of the people it represents. It is quite amazing!” She says what has been most surprising is that the concerns and challenges black women face when describing their civic participation are very similar, such as understanding the political process and having concerns about economic security, safety, and access to high-quality education.

Higher Heights offers several programs targeted to bring black women together for conversations. These programs include “Sister to Sister Salon Conversations,” “Sunday Brunch with Higher Heights,” and “Sistas to Watch,” a series which highlights the accomplishments of phenomenal black women who are galvanizing, organizing and mobilizing political power locally and nationally to impact change.

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Class of 1966 Celebrates 50th Anniversary Members of the Class of 1966 came together for two events to celebrate the 50th anniversary of their Holy Cross graduation. The class has remained close throughout the years and many of the attendees traveled great distances to attend the gathering.

On Monday, June 6, Holy Cross hosted a special luncheon for the 50th Anniversary Class. Afterwards, 30 alumnae participated in the Commencement ceremony for the Class of 2016 at the Basilica of the Shrine of the Immaculate Conception. The alumnae processed before the graduating seniors and were recognized during the ceremony.

On Sunday, June 5, the evening prior to graduation, the class held a reunion at the Academy organized by Margot DiCairano Durkin ’66. More than 37 alumnae, who traveled from as far away as Hawaii for the occasion, attended the evening event, which included a catered dinner. A program was prepared for the event showing yearbook photos of the ladies along with their present contact information. The ladies enjoyed reconnecting and used the program to write updates about each other.

“Our 50th Reunion was fantastic and all who came enjoyed reconnecting with their classmates!” noted Margot.

“The highlight of the reunion was processing in together at graduation. We all felt very honored.”

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Photo: Front Row (L-R): Mary Anne Violett Schoeb, Dolores Moss Hulick, Karen Klenke Smith, Pat Ryan Carson, Nancy Wright Greene, Barbara Heister Swope Back Row (L-R): Sister Ann Shaw, CSC, Sister Clarence Marie, CSC, Mary Rae Lynch Costabile, Joyce Wright Emelio, Lucy Policelli Willging, Diana Furman Skapars, Eleanor Vandoren Teti, Pat Kennedy, Barbara Kenna Rogers, Anne Lippert Pomykala, Rosemary Kirchner Brisbane, Mary Sandford Sullivan, Robin Bergquist McKeever

Class of 1956

CELEBRATES 60TH ANNIVERSARY The Class of 1956 held their 60th anniversary of graduation in April at Normandie Farm Restraunt in Potomac, MD.

Tartans in Georgia Sunday, September 11, 2016

Join Katy Prebble, President/CEO for an Alumnae Gathering Hosted by Frank & Jennifer Pedersen Daniels ‘85 4441 Freeman Road Marietta, Georgia 30062 For more information contact Charly Ryan 301-929-6447 or cryan@academyoftheholycross.org

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ALUMNAE NEWS

2016 Athletic Hall of Fame recipients

DISTINGUISHED ALUMNAE AWARDS

Athletic Hall of Fame Induction The Academy of the Holy Cross hosted the 2016 Distinguished Alumnae Awards and Athletic Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony in May. During the ceremony five alumnae received Distinguished Alumnae awards. All spoke of their gratitude to Holy Cross. Mary-Beth Buckley Cooper ’78 encouraged everyone to honor a special woman in their lives by making a gift to the Academy. Former Lacrosse coaches Jim Buchanan and Fred Prince as well as 39 alumnae from the 1996−2000 WCAC Lacrosse Championship teams were inducted into the Academy’s Athletic Hall of Fame. Over 200 alumnae, family members and friends attended the lovely event.

THE 2016 DISTINGUISHED ALUMNAE Rosalie Cummings Whitlock ’64 Maureen Flatley ’66 Elizabeth “Betsy” Leary Sanford ’74 Mary-Beth Buckley Cooper ’78 Suzanne Rich Folsom ’79

2016 ATHLETIC HALL OF FAME INDUCTEES Varsity Lacrosse Coach James Buchanan Varsity Lacrosse Assistant Coach Fred Prince 1996-2000 Varsity Girls Lacrosse Championship Teams Distinguished Alumnae (L-R): Suzanne Rich Folsom ’79, Betsy Leary Sanford ’74, Rosalie Cummings THE ACADEMY OF THE HOLY CROSS 37 Whitlock ’64, Mary-Beth Buckley Cooper ’78, Maureen Flatley ’66

Why We Give Bill and Patty Lynch

(The Lynch family (L-R): Katie ‘14, Bill, Megan ‘16, Patty, and Will)

Holy Cross has been a warm home to both of our girls (Katie ’14 and Megan ’16). Our daughters could not be more different in academics or interests, and Holy Cross was the perfect fit for both of them. As graduates, they are confident, bright, caring and Tartan proud. There is nothing like an all-girls education rooted in Catholic values. Thank you Holy Cross!

The Annual Fund for Holy Cross Every gift makes a difference.

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The Legacy Circle We are grateful for the following members of The Academy of the Holy Cross Legacy Circle for including the school in their estate giving plans: Mr. and Mrs. Douglas P. Arkin Joanna Barnes ’78 Susan Cartney ’68 Margot Cook ’61* Frank and Jennifer Pedersen Daniels ’85 Kathleen Dolan ’70 James V. and Margot DiCairano Durkin ’66 Teresa Gilbride ’07 Barbara Carey Hayes ’56 Sofia Marquez ’47* Margaret La Montagne ’56 Celeste Culinane Lenzini ’55 Mr. and Mrs. Theordore E. McCord Jayne Harper Plank ’50 Dr. and Mrs. William J. Rodriguez Mr. and Mrs. Richard Schaeffer Mr. and Mrs. William R. Slater III Mary Louise LeBlanc Sommerville ’43* Dr. and Mrs. John P. Swope

If you have made Holy Cross a part of your estate plans and are not listed, please contact Charly Ryan, (301) 929-6447. *Deceased

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Alumnae Remembered AT MEMORIAL MASS

The Academy of the Holy Cross held the annual Alumnae Memorial Mass in February to remember the 37 alumnae, three faculty, and 39 alumnae family members who have died in the past year. During the Mass, the names of the alumnae were read while classmates or family members carried roses in their memory.

After the liturgy, guests enjoyed a reception.

ALUMNA CAITLIN HUEY-BURNS ’05

Featured in New York Times Article “Millennial Reporters Grab the Campaign-Trail Spotlight,” an article published Saturday, March 5, in The New York Times featured several political reporters in their twenties who are part of the 24-hour cycle that is even more ramped up during the presidential race.

Caitlin Huey-Burns ’05, a political reporter for RealClear Politics, who provides on-air analysis for CBSNews.com, was among the featured Millennial reporters. The article notes Caitlin’s more than 7,000 Twitter followers. When responding about being at the ideal age for enduring the “campaign slog,” she notes, “I don’t have any kids.

I don’t own a home. I don’t own a car. I definitely have more flexibility to do this sort of thing, and I think it gets harder and harder to go out on the road when you have other obligations.” Caitlin also notes her enthusiasm for her work, “I get so excited on voting days,” she said. “I just cannot wait to see what happens, and I love that feeling. I know it sounds weird, like I have no life.”

Caitlin was among the 16 alumnae who spoke to students at the annual Career Day program in March. In addition to the presidential race, Caitlin covers issues including the federal budget, immigration reform, gun legislation, filibuster reform, and the relationship between Congress and the White House.

Betsy Leary Sanford ’74

(L-R) Patrick Antoinetti, Susan Barnes ’81, Andrew Murphy, Caroline Murphy ’17, and Paul Barnes–family of Former Faculty member Paula Barnes

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ALUMNAE NEWS

Class Notes 1945 Rosemary May Briggs writes: “Miss my friends. I was the only one from my class at the last Mass [Upton Street Reunion]. I am enjoying life at 88. We had a wonderful class—full of love and spirit (even during the war).”

1983 Melissa Greene Hennessy and husband Joe pose with former first lady Laura Bush at an event in May 2016.

1949 Ione Hofmann Cino reports, “I met my husband Vinny [when] we both graduated from Georgetown University.

We have been married for 62 years. We have 13 grandchildren and expect one great-grandchild in October. We have a lovely home on the ocean in Myrtle Beach, SC”

1950 Barbara Haske Lester writes that she enjoyed her visit to the Upton Street Reunion event at the Academy last fall, and the reunion she had with her 1950 classmates.

1993 Judy Huitz de Moya and husband Andre have two children, Amelia and Matteo. They live in Rockville, MD

Joan Overington Saur writes, “My husband, George, and I have a total of 10 children (George has six and I have four), 21 grandchildren and now, 16 greatgrandchildren!”

1957 “My years at Holy Cross from pre-school thru high school were some of the happiest days of my life,” writes Linda Hess Effer. “Thank you Holy Cross nuns!”

1969 Stephanie “Stephi” Masakowski Jackson writes that she was widowed in early 2015 after 24 years of marriage and her husband’s long battle with dementia. Stephi discovered love with a dear friend of many years [Michael D. Jackson] during the summer and married on January 18, 2016.

1999 Kate Mann is the Director of Public Relations at AMC Network and has been living in New York City for 11 years.

Kelly Weaver Fritz writes of the birth and passing of their infant son Jack Robert Fritz. Kelly and her husband Craig and son Benjamin welcomed Jack on October 6, 2015. Sadly, Jack passed away on January 4, 2016.

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Mary Tanis Skorny and family welcomed daughter Lucille “Lucy” on March 7, 2016.

2002 Allison Janetis Cullinane reports that after four years living overseas in Thailand and Ghana, “the Cullinanes are back in the DC area” with their two children, Caroline “CeCe” (3) and Gerard (1). Allison is teaching second grade at The Woods Academy in Bethesda.

2008 Kelley Marie Brady was married to Matthew Joseph Novakovich on September 19, 2015 at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Annapolis, MD. Kelley’s sister Katie Brady ’10 was her maid-of-honor. Kelley graduated with a Master of Business Administration degree from Fairfield University, where she received the Graduate Student Service Award for outstanding community service. She works for Hasbro in Providence, RI as an associate marketing manager.

The couple resides in Richmond, RI.

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2009 Mikaela Antonio writes that she is a Special Education teacher for Fairfax County Public Schools and currently works in McLean, VA with fellow Holy Cross alumna Kaitlin McLendon ’08, who is a fourth grade teacher. Their fourth graders enjoyed getting a notice from weather broadcaster and alumna, Eileen Whelan ’05.

2010 Megan Hays graduated from Georgia Tech in December 2014 with high honors and co-op distinction with a BS in civil engineering. She then earned her Master of Civil Engineering, specializing in structural engineering from Georgia Tech in December 2015. Megan is currently living in Seattle, WA and working at Magnusson Klemencic Associates on the Washington State Convention Center expansion.

ALUMNAE NEWS 2014 Kate Lamoreaux’s mother writes: “Kate appreciates the wonderful education she received from Holy Cross. Last year she went to Chicago for a leadership conference and to Italy for several weeks. She is on campus ministry at St. Edwards University in Austin, TX. Thanks so much!”

2011 Akilah Bethel graduated from Louisiana State University in May 2016. The 6’1” basketball forward signed to play in Europe for the 2016-17 Rookie Season.

Katie Rogers is in graduate school at Loyola University Maryland pursuing her Master of Arts in Teaching.

2013 Brittany Scala is entering her senior year at the University of South Carolina (USC) with a major in Art Education. In addition to her studies, Brittany also works with the families of children with autism. She is very active with the USC Outdoors Club. Brittany is a two-time recipient of the USC President’s Honor Award and has been on the USC’s Dean’s list since her freshman year.

Keep in Touch Please send your updated mailing or email address to alumnae@academyoftheholycross.org (or call (301) 929-6463).

The Alumnae Office sends a monthly email newsletter and information about upcoming events. If you aren’t receiving these notices we might not have your current information.

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ALUMNAENEWS NEWS ALUMNAE IN MEMORIAM

IN MEMORY – ALUMNAE Kathleen Dollymore ’38 Marie Wolff Deem ‘41 Marian Wilson Kelty ‘43 Patricia Moore Lee ‘44 Sister of Kathleen Moore Tastet ‘55

Nathalie Davis Raedy ‘45 Lorraine Rooks Hollen ‘48 Margaret Mary Immer Rafferty ‘50 Mary Louise Rippey Egan ‘50 Mother of Mary Eileen Fouratt ’76, Maureen Egan ’79, Sheila Egan ’81, Erin Egan ’82, Cara Egan Reynolds ’85, Kathleen Egan ’86 and Christine Egan ’89.

Anne Finnegan Favo ‘53

Patricia Roddy O’Keefe ‘55 Sister of Florence Roddy DiMisa ’57, Brenda Roddy ’Onofrio ’60 and Beatrice Roddy Appold ‘62

Sheila Hickey ‘59 Patricia Anne Leahy Schick ‘59 Sharon McMahon Morin ‘60 Terese Crowley Weaver ‘62 Susan Lee Hermanson ‘74 Denise Marie Espey Wenck ‘80 Sister of Stacey Espey Sahady ‘86

Janet Blanchard Kusterer ‘83 Sister of Patricia Blanchard Gwilliam ’80, Anne Blanchard Eastlake ’81 and Mary Blanchard Alberthal ‘87

IN MEMORY – FRIENDS AND FAMILY Gloria Avedisian Grandmother of Lindsey Avedisian ‘06

Cashen Bohlander Daughter of Sharon Geiglein Bohlander ‘79

David Ballantine Father-in-law of Danielle Mahaney Ballantine ’86 (Staff); grandfather of Maeve Ballantine ’17

Robert F. Callahan Grandfather of Bridget Callahan ’12 and Keilah Callahan ‘17

Agnes Cunningham Corcoran Mother of Patrice Corcoran Dashiell ’67, Kerry Corcoran Horn ’69, Joan Corcoran James ’72 and Jane Corcoran Motosko ‘74

Anthony P. Culotta Grandfather of Meghan Norton Preble ‘05

Jack Robert Fritz Son of Kelly Weaver Fritz ’99

Mary Jane Hathway Mother of Mary K. Hathway Savercool ’78, Maggie Hathway Lane ’80, Elizabeth Hathway Muir ’83 and Josie Orellana ’84; grandmother of Christine Hathway ’00, Patricia Hathway Montesinas’02 and Joanne Hathway ’03.

William J. P. Howard, Jr. Father of Katherine “Katie” Howard Yi ’97; father-in-law of Katherine “Katie” Johnson Howard ’02 (Former Faculty) 44 THE TARTAN Summer 2016

Donna Hrozencik Mother of Kaitlin Hrozencik ‘14

John C. Libert Husband of Joyce Wilson Libert ‘63

Robert I. MacCollum Father of Sharon MacCollum Martin ’76 and Maureen MacCollum Bernier ‘77

Adonis McWhirter Brother of Danielle McWhirter ‘11

Cecelia Fitzpatrick Maloney Mother-in-law of Dolores Murphy Maloney ’82; grandmother of Maggie Maloney ’17 and Kathleen Flynn ‘04

Paul J. Martin Brother of Eileen Martin Wilkinson ’80 and Kathleen Martin Claudy ‘81

Joseph “Lee” McCarthy Father of Bridget McCarthy ’85 (deceased) and Colleen McCarthy ‘86

Paul A. Quander, Jr. Father of Katherine Quander Forde ‘02

Robert E. Simon Grandfather of Sydney Bruno ‘18

Irene Yazge Aunt of Donna Bruton (Staff); great aunt of Rachel Bruton ’05, Sarah Bruton ’07 and Mary Bruton ‘11

Annual Fund

The Annual Fund is critical to the day-to-

day operation of every non-public school. In order to keep tuitions affordable, we ask every family–past and current– to support the Academy with a yearly contribution. For those who make Holy Cross a priority in charitable giving, know that every donation is directed to what matters most–our students.

The Annual Fund…

• keeps tuition affordable for all qualified students • ensures academic and signature programs such as Honors, Advanced Placement, International Baccalaureate, Sancta Crux Scholars, and Madeleva Scholars can continue

PLANNED GIVING The Academy of the Holy Cross invites you to consider joining The Legacy Society by including a gift to the Academy as part of your estate planning. A planned gift to Holy Cross is thoughtful planning and it can take many forms, including the following: BEQUEST: This is the simplest kind of planned gift—a provision in your will, which names Holy Cross as a beneficiary and provides your estate with a charitable tax deduction for the total amount of the gift.

CHARITABLE GIFT ANNUITY: This is a contract between you and the Academy. Assets (cash, stocks or real property) are transferred to the school and in return you receive an annuity payment for the remainder of your life.

CHARITABLE REMAINDER TRUST: You transfer assets to a legally established trust, which then pays you an annual

• enables experiences for students outside of the classroom through clubs, field trips, and retreats

• allows us to maintain our 28 acres of beautiful campus and buildings Our Annual Fund year continues until Wednesday, May 31, 2017. Consider making a gift using the envelope in this magazine. Or give your gift online at www. academyoftheholycross.org/makeagift.

Thank you for your support of Holy Cross!

income for life. At the transfer of your estate, the trust’s assets become a gift to the school.

CHARITABLE LEAD TRUST: You establish a trust that transfers assets to the school; the trust generates income for the Academy for a specified number of years. At the end of that time, the funds are returned to you or to your heirs.

A planned gift provides long-term support for the school and gives tax benefits for the donor. For additional information, call Charly Ryan, Director of Institutional Advancement, at (301) 929-6447.

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