LEADERSHIP
HEAD OF SCHOOL
Jeff Pinnow
HEAD OF UPPER SCHOOL
Sarah Davenport
HEAD OF LOWER & MIDDLE SCHOOL
Liz Tremblay
HEAD OF PRESCHOOL
Ashley Higginbotham
CHIEF ADVANCEMENT OFFICER
Katherine McCormick
CHIEF OPERATIONS OFFICER
Adrian Boyle
DIRECTOR OF TECHNOLOGY
Morgan Vondenstein
DIRECTOR OF ATHLETICS
Eric Mouton
ALL SCHOOL CHAPLAIN
Jake Schlossberg
On Jan 23, 2025, a rare snowfall blanketed Ascension’s Lafayette and Youngsville campuses, transforming them into magical winter scenes. Students and faculty enjoyed the unexpected day, creating memories that will be cherished for years to come.
SCHOOL BOARD
Anthony Adams
Stacie Belle* | Chair
David Edmond | Treasurer & Finance Committee Chair
Laurie Godshall* | Advancement Committee
Molly Kallenberger
Connie Lavergne* | Governance Committee
Mike Leblanc | Student Life Committee
Brooke Odom
Dr. Jeanette Parker | Trustee Emerita & Governance Chair
Michael Peebles, MD | Secretary & Student Life Committee Chair
Drew Saterfiel | Finance Committee
Christy Sheets | Governance Committee
Felix Soileau
Jeigh Stipe | Vice Chair & Advancement Committee Chair
Jeff Pinnow | Head of School; Ex-Officio, Non-voting Member
Sarah Trawick
* Denotes Qualified Elector of Ascension Church
Preschool at Ascension
A YEAR FULL OF JOY AND GROWTH
What a joyful year it was at the Preschool! It is amazing to see how much our students have grown—learning, exploring, and finding joy in every moment.
At Ascension, we focus on more than just academics. We’re building a strong foundation for lifelong learning, rooted in faith and character. This year, our students learned to think critically, communicate kindly, and work together—all while growing in creativity and confidence. Instead of just giving answers, we guide our students to reflect: What went well? What could I try differently next time? This helps them grow both in the classroom and in how they treat others.
They’ve also learned to listen with care, speak with compassion, and bravely share their ideas—whether in class, on stage, or during Chapel.
Faith has been at the heart of everything we do. Through Bible stories, prayer, and conversations, our students have learned about God’s love and how to share it with others through kindness and grace.
We’ve had fun serving our community, raising butterflies, planting in our garden, and diving into hands-on projects that sparked imagination and curiosity. New traditions like the tennis clinic, our mini Thanksgiving Day Parade, the Book Fair, and the Blessing of the Classrooms made the year even more special.
Every memory from this year—big or small—has been shaped by love: love for learning, for one another, and for God.
— ASHLEY HIGGINBOTHAM , Head of Preschool
Lower and Middle School
A YEAR OF GROWTH, GRACE, & GATOR SPIRIT
What a year! From the chapel to the classroom, playground to performance stage, we’ve watched our students grow in confidence, kindness, and character. Every day together has been a gift—and a reminder of how blessed we are as a school community.
SPOTLIGHT ON THE ARTS
Our stages were anything but quiet this year! First through fourth graders lit up the room with their performances, while our fifth graders brought laughs and life lessons with Junie B.’s Essential Survival Guide. And who could forget Matilda the Musical? With students from grades 6–12, this show was a sellout success, full of talent, teamwork, and unforgettable moments.
ATHLETES ON THE MOVE
Middle School Gators showed up strong this year in every season:
Fall: 8th-grade volleyball and boys cross country both finished as league runners-up. Shoutout to Charles David Cleveland—our individual league cross country champ!
Winter: Total domination from our 7th and 8th-grade boys basketball teams, taking home both regular season and tournament titles.
Spring: Our tennis teams crushed it! Boys team: league champs. Ian Trawick: singles champ. James Alldredge & Luke Daly: doubles champs. Track and swim teams also finished strong, both earning league runner-up titles.
BEYOND THE CLASSROOM
Learning didn’t stop at our campus gates. Students explored pumpkin patches, museums, libraries, Avery
Island, and more. Big trips took our 4th–7th graders to Houston, Dallas, D.C., and across Louisiana. Hands-on learning also happened through river studies, science labs, and even a trip to the Renaissance Festival.
CREATIVE VOICES & VISION
Our artists had their work shown in professional galleries, and media students took field trips to podcast studios. The 7th grade kept the Blue Gator Buzz going strong—now in its 9th season—covering the big and small moments that make our school special.
JOY IN THE EVERYDAY
Some of the best parts of the year weren’t events—they were simple moments: morning hugs, recess laughs, shared stories, and group projects. It’s in those ordinary moments that something truly extraordinary happened.
HANDS-ON, MINDS-ON
Whether building catapults or dissecting in science, our students got their hands dirty (in the best way). Through curiosity and teamwork, they discovered new ways to learn—and love learning.
FAITH IN ACTION
Chapel leadership, daily prayer, kind acts, and community service all reminded us what it means to live out our values. Our students didn’t just talk about being brave and generous—they showed us how.
LOOKING BACK WITH GRATITUDE
This year was filled with growth, discovery, creativity, and connection. We’re so proud of every student and grateful for every moment.
— LIZ TREMBLAY, Head of Lower & Middle School
Upper School
A YEAR OF PURPOSE, PRIDE, & BIG MOMENTS
What a year it was on our Upper School Campus! In May 2025, we celebrated 58 proud seniors becoming Ascension Alumni, marking the end of one chapter and the beginning of many more.
ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE ON DISPLAY
Our students continue to shine. Three seniors earned AP Scholar with Distinction honors, one earned AP Scholar with Honors, and ten others were recognized as AP Scholars. Nearly 90% of our senior class received scholarships, with a class GPA above 3.5—and nine students scored a 30 or higher on the ACT!
SPECIAL SHOUTOUTS TO:
9 Luke Curry, named a prestigious Stamps Scholar for LSU
9 Josie Bourgeois, Parks Scholarship semi-finalist
9 Tre Bishop, John Lewis Youth Leadership Award recipient
9 Spencer Howat, selected for both the Brent Henley Leadership Program and the Ochsner STAR Program
CREATIVE AND LITERARY WINS
Our students placed 1st, 2nd, and 3rd in the Writes of Spring competition—congrats to Railey Robinson, Graycen Daly, and Martha Odom!
TRADITIONS AND TRIPS
We celebrated Homecoming, Trunk-or-Treat, and shared a Thanksgiving feast. Our senior Theology students explored local places of worship, while grade-level trips took students from Camp Cho-Yeh and college campuses in Texas to the streets of Boston.
HEARTS TO SERVE
Service remained a cornerstone of student life:
9 Our annual Chili Cookoff raised $6,500 for Miles Perret Cancer Services
9 Students gave their time at the Lafayette Animal Shelter, Second Harvest, and more
9 Our Adopt-a-Family project brightened the holidays for children across Acadiana
9 Gators for Others hosted the Adopt-a-Family project
FIRSTS AND FRESH IDEAS
9 The new NEHS Reading Buddies program brought joy to our younger students
9 A group of 8th grade boys launched our first Upper School 4-H Skeet Shooting Team
9 Juniors represented Ascension at Model UN, and our Speech & Debate team earned multiple state awards—Luke Harris even qualified for nationals!
LEARNING THAT COMES TO LIFE
Our students tackled everything from egg drop challenges and physics ramps to live dissections and language immersion at local restaurants. Whether visiting cultural sites or participating in the French Forum exchange program, their learning extended well beyond the classroom.
FINISHING STRONG
We closed the year with our fun-filled Academic Pep Rally and welcomed next year’s 8th graders during Step-Up Day. As always, our incredible teachers made all the difference—leading with energy, passion, and creativity.
We are so proud of our Blue Gators for their resilience, leadership, service, and spirit. Here’s to a year of growth—and all that’s still to come!
— SARAH DAVENPORT, Head of Upper School
The Arts at Ascension: A Year of Creativity and Celebration
This year, our Blue Gators thrived in the arts—expressing themselves with talent, heart, and an unwavering creative spirit.
The stage came alive with several incredible productions: 5th grade performed the musical Junie B. Jones, upper school performed their fall play – The Game’s Afoot, and the spring musical, Matilda, was a 6th – 12th show. These performances highlighted our students’ ability to sing, dance, and bring magical stories to life.
Our upper school visual artists also made their mark. Sadie Guillory, Amelie Huggard, Bridgette Richardson, Morgan Alspaugh, and Alexa Kidder represented Ascension at UL’s High School Rally Art Exhibition. Meanwhile, junior Ella-Grace Hebert earned the prestigious honor of having her work selected for LSU’s statewide juried exhibition hosted by the School of Art.
At the Heart for the Arts event at the ACA, our students from K-12 delighted parents, grandparents, and friends during a special encore of Matilda’s “When I Grow Up.” Student art hung on the walls for visitors to admire, while senior art students were honored and showcased their talents.
Gator Rock energized the crowd during Friday Night Lights, while our instrumental students hosted three concerts throughout the year – each one a testament to their courage and dedication. We are especially proud of The Slackers, a student band featuring seniors Gavin Stewart and Luke Falgout and juniors Corinne Mendell and Miles Eldredge, who took their sound beyond campus and earned a coveted invitation to perform on a main stage at Festival International—a true highlight of the year.
Whether in the classroom, on the field, or in the studio, our Blue Gators led with excellence, kindness, and creativity. It’s been a remarkable year in the arts, and we couldn’t be prouder.
Blue Gator Athletics: A Year to Remember
This year was one for the record books for Blue Gator Athletics, with our student-athletes achieving remarkable milestones across a variety of sports.
MIDDLE SCHOOL
Our Middle School Blue Gators showed up strong this year with outstanding performances across multiple sports:
9 8th Grade Volleyball – League Runners-Up
9 Boys Cross Country – League Runners-Up Congratulations to Charles David Cleveland, League Individual Champion!
9 7th & 8th Grade Boys Basketball – Regular Season & Tournament Champions
9 Swim Team – League Runners-Up 9 Track Team – League Runners-Up
9 Boys Tennis – League Champions Singles Champion: Ian Trawick Doubles Champions: James Alldredge & Luke Daly
Huge congratulations to all our middle school student-athletes and coaches for a season filled with hard work, sportsmanship, and success.
UPPER SCHOOL
The upper school proudly celebrated four individual state champions:
9 Brook Gill in Swimming 9 McAllister Morrow in Tennis
9 Noah Chauvin in Golf
9 Bella Biggerstaff in Track
Team excellence also shined bright, with district championships in Boys Soccer, Baseball, Girls Track, and Boys Track
The Boys Soccer Team made history by playing in the state title game for the first time ever.
Our Golf Team continued its legacy of dominance, earning the regional championship and bringing home the state championship for an incredible seventh time.
The Gator Jazz Dance Team added another national championship to its name, while Ascension Cheer earned regional, state, and national recognition.
Off the field, our Tennis Team inspired the next generation by teaching the fundamentals of the game to our preschool students. Meanwhile, we proudly honored Coach Scott McCullough, who was inducted into the Louisiana Baseball Coaches Association Hall of Fame
Looking ahead, the future of Blue Gator Athletics is bright. Seven seniors from the Class of 2025 signed to compete at the collegiate level:
9 Hayden Pearson (UL Baseball)
9 Ben Blanco (UL Golf)
9 Anna Hicks (Centenary Swim)
9 Brook Gill (Iowa State Swim)
9 Noah Trawick (Harding University Tennis)
9 Molly Cormier (UL Ragin Jazz)
9 Jackson Devy (Millsaps Baseball)
Congratulations to all of our athletes, coaches, and supporters for an outstanding year!
Awards +Recognition
CONGRATULATIONS TO SHOME DASGUPTA
Recipient of the Melinda Mangham Award
Established in 2021, the Melinda Mangham Excellence in Teaching Award honored the legacy of former Ascension administrator and lifelong educator Mrs. Melinda Mangham, who passed away in 2020. Each year, one teacher was recognized for exemplifying the excellence and servant leadership that defined Melinda’s life and career.
The award was presented to Mr. Shome Dasgupta, a teacher whose thoughtful preparation, genuine relationships, and servant’s heart reflected the qualities Melinda so passionately championed. His Division Head noted, “He is thoughtful and genuine in how he prepares his lessons, relates to his colleagues, and connects with his students. It’s rare to see a teacher command such a high level of trust and respect simply by being himself. He meticulously crafts his approach with each student— he relates first and teaches second. He labors over how to do things better; he is dependable and loyal; his smile is infectious, and he values feedback and collaboration.”
Mr. Dasgupta’s commitment to excellence, combined with his ability to put students first, made him a most deserving recipient of the 2025 Melinda Mangham Excellence in Teaching Award.
Past recipients include Lauren Daly (2021), Kelly Duplantis (2022), Rachael Futch (2023), and Melissa Hoover (2024).
YOUR SERVICE MAKES ASCENSION STRONGER
Ascension honors faculty and staff who reach important milestones in their tenure, recognizing those who have dedicated 10, 20, and 30 years of faithful service to our school.
TEN YEARS
• Taylor Ducote
• Kaedron Hall
• Neekee Hall
• Amy Marter
• Kim St. Germain
• Liz Tremblay (not pictured)
TWENTY YEARS
• Rachel Delcambre
• Monica Tauzin (not pictured)
THIRTY YEARS
• Coach Larry Sciambra
Honors an Ascension parent or couple who demonstrates a deep commitment to volunteerism, service, and kindness in the spirit of Gretchen Vincent.
Past recipients include Lea Ann & Mike Remondet (2021), Marika Mury (2022), Shannon Lynd (2023), and Michelle Franques (2024).
CONGRATULATIONS TO LAUREN ROTH & ANDRE ABSHIRE
Recipients of the Walker Vincent Memorial Scholarship
Walker Vincent truly embodied what it means to be gentle, generous, truthful, kind, and brave. In his honor, the Walker Vincent Memorial Scholarship has been established to recognize two members of the Ascension junior class from this year forward, one boy and one girl who “Live Like Walker.”
Past recipients include Gabriella Piasecki & Ethan Guidry (2023), Madeleine Justus & Thomas Bond (2022), and Gracie Gage & Pierson Peebles (2021).
CONGRATULATIONS TO CHRISTY SINGLETON
Recipient of the Gretchen Vincent Service Award
Christy is the well-deserving recipient of the Gretchen Vincent Service Award, honoring her more than 15 years of unwavering dedication to Ascension. Her impact spans countless roles—from Room Mom to PTO Board Member, PTO Auction Co-Chair, and active Booster Club Member—each carried out with humility, heart, and quiet strength. As the longtime Football Team Mom, Christy has managed meals, coordinated logistics, and supported the team with a grace and leadership that have become her hallmark. She is often described as “a steady presence” and “someone who makes everything run smoothly without needing the spotlight,” a reflection of the selfless spirit this award was created to celebrate. Fittingly, Christy was surprised with the honor during a Booster Club meeting, surrounded by the family and friends who have witnessed the countless ways she has given of herself to the Ascension community.
Congratulations
LHSAA STATE CHAMPIONS
BELLA BIGGERSTAFF
TRACK
In the 3200m, Bella powered through the field to take gold with a season-best time of 11:43.52.
BROOKE GILL SWIMMING
Brooke earned the title of Swim State Champion in the following events: 200 IM medley and 100 breaststroke.
MCALLISTER MORROW
TENNIS
McAllister brought home the Division IV Individual Tennis State Championship—as an 8th grader!
NOAH CHAUVIN
GOLF
Noah defended his title and claimed the Division III Individual Golf State Championship for the SECOND year in a row as a sophomore!
GATOR JAZZ NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIP TEAM
The Ascension Episcopal School Gator Jazz dance team delivered a historic and unforgettable performance at DTU Nationals, making school history with a 1st place finish in Small Varsity Game Day—a monumental achievement for the program. They continued their tradition of excellence with 4th place finishes in both Small Varsity Pom and Small Varsity Jazz, marking five consecutive years of top-five placements in these highly competitive divisions. Individually, Molly Cormier shined as a senior solo semifinalist, placing 27th out of 180, while Isabella Malespin made an impressive mark in the junior solo division, securing 4th place out of 120. With their dedication, talent, and unstoppable spirit, the Gator Jazz team continues to raise the bar and make their mark on the national stage!
GOLF STATE CHAMPION TEAM
Ascension Episcopal School’s boys golf team has once again etched its name into Louisiana high school sports history, capturing the Division III state championship for the seventh consecutive year! Despite weather challenges that shortened the LHSAA state tournament to 27 holes, the Blue Gators remained poised and focused—delivering a performance that secured them the WIN.
Leading the team effort was sophomore Noah Chauvin, who earned his second individual state title with a score of 2-under-par 106. Chauvin demonstrated impressive composure, rebounding from an early double bogey with two clutch birdies to help secure both individual and team victories.
Head coach Logan Ray praised the team’s legacy of excellence and commitment. He described the achievement as unprecedented, emphasizing that it reflects both the school’s strong commitment to its golf program and the dedication of the players. He noted that the team understands they’re part of a larger tradition—one they’re determined to uphold.
2024-25 ANNUAL GIVING CONTRIBUTIONS
Total: $201,175 Goal: $200,000
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HEADMASTER LEVEL
($5000 AND ABOVE):
Pam and Brent Abshire
Megan and Dwight Andrus
Tricia and Craig Campbell
Kim and Dave Edmond
Stephanie and Mark Fontenot
Susan and Jake Giardina / Giardina Family Foundation
The Knight Family Foundation
Sharelle and Bill Mackin
Gayle and Brent Milam
Angie and Chris Schouest
Drs. Colleen and Mark Sicard
Gerry and Eddie Soileau
Julie and Jerry Vascocu
Sara and Blair Zuschlag
The Zuschlag Family Foundation
FOUNDERS LEVEL
($3000 - $4999)
Sarah and Don Caffery
Kelli Guidry/Navigation Electronics
Maggie and Charlie Justus
Kara and Trey Miller
Sara and Eric Trawick
Nancy and Peter Villagomez
LEADERSHIP LEVEL
($2000 TO $2999)
Irene and Rick Cloud
Tobey and Brian Cloud
Christy and Andre Franques
Renee and Wade Guillory
Katy and Brad Mabry
Dr. Jeanette Parker
Jennifer and Brad Roth
Jayne and Felix Soileau
Kelli and Lance Storey
Myra Tener
VISIONARY LEVEL
($1000 - $1999)
Rebecca Bayless
Ann and Tommy Bond
Melissa and Dr. Donald Boudreaux
Allison and Nick Cahanin
Dr. and Mrs. Kevin Courville
Brenda and Larry Curtis
Jacob Giardina / Giardina Family Foundation
Amy and Michael Guillet
Mari Anne and Scott Johnson
The Kennedy Family
Baker Kfoury and Elias Moussaly
Mariah and Chase Landry
Brenda Garrett and Fred Layman
In honor of Rece Garrett
Chris and Glen McCormick
Katherine and Todd McCormick
In memory of Coach Celie Ulm
Kristen and Michael Peebles
Chantal and Jeff Pinnow
Jennifer and Matthew Rovira
Christy and Andy Sheets
Brian Tannehill
BLUE GATOR LEVEL
($1 to $999)
Angelle and Anthony Adams
Sheri and Dr. John Alldredge
Emma Anderson
Cynthia Anselmo
Katherine and Chuck Anselmo
Shanna and Jason Armentor
In memory of Ivan Barragan
Jamie and Brett Ashmore
Danielle Bacqué
In memory of Ivan Barragan
Leigh Barry
The Baudoin Family
Mr. and Mrs. James Bayard
Jill and Teddy Beaullieu
Sarah Becnel
Stacie and Keith Belle
Zach Belle, ‘23
Amy Billeaudeaux
In memory of Ivan Barragan
Kristen Blanchard, Realtor
Kyle Bordelon
Amy and George Boudreaux
Betsy and Matthew Boudreaux
Julie and Craig Bourque
Mary and Stuart Bowie
Marcia and Tim Bradley
Susen Brown
In memory of Ethan Anderson
Angie Brown
Virginia Brown
In memory of Ivan Barragan
Lindsey and Caleb Buckley
Darrellyn and Don Burts
Sara Callais
Francesca Campbell
Debbie and Ray Castille
Marianne Cheramie
Uyen Chu
Mary Beth and Barry Churbock
Lauren and Jeremy Cutrer
Jenny and J.P. D’Albor
Hannah and Michael Dalman, ‘14
Lauren and David Daly
Millie and Chris Dardar
Karlie Dartez
In memory of Ivan Barragan
Shome Dasgupta
Sarah Davenport
Emma Dees
Dr. and Mrs. Mark Delcambre
Caroline Detraz
Dana and Ben Domingue
Julia and Nick Domino
Sally O. Donlon
In memory of Ms. Annie
Beatrice Carter Thibodeaux
Michelle Doucet
In memory of Patricia Plauche’
Claire and Mark Dubroc
Taylor Ducote
Natalie and Joshua Duhon
Jessica and Beryl Dukes
In memory of Ivan Barragan
Kelly Duplantis
In memory of Ivan Barragan
Rochelle and Tre’ Dupuie
Lauren Ebberts and Taylor Hager
Laura Ann and Chris Edwards
In memory of Audrey Ann Jones
Cynthia and Joseph Emert
Lauren and Jason Emert
Cheryn and Jason Eppley
Kayla Fauber
In memory of Mike Ligocki
Amanda Faucheux
Julie I. Faulk
Pam and Michael Fenstermaker
Jeanne and Charles Fitzgerald
Amy and Derek Fontenot
Erin Fontenot
Gigi Fontenot
Monica Fontenot
Destiny Fordis, ‘13
Kristin and Jeffrey Fooshee
Candace and Richard Fournet
Stephanie Fournet
In memory of Rain Robideaux
The Francez Family
In memory of Mrs. Mattie Lee
Caitlyn and Travis Frayard
Katherine Freeman
Rachael Futch
Genesis Garcia
In memory of Ivan Barragan
Allison and Seth Garrett
Tiffany and Kevin Gayle
Christie and Beau Goudeau
Courtney and Greg Granger
Reyna and Matthew Grant
Cailey and Marshall Gray
Blair and Elliot Green
Kristy and Chris Greneaux
In memory of Ethan Anderson
Marla Griffey
Mr. and Mrs. TJ Gros
Jeni Guidry
Minette and David Guidry
Neekee and Kaedron Hall
Leah and Andrew Halverson
Charity and Jeff Harris
Cindy and Carl Hartt
Stephen Hearen
In memory of Coach Celie Ulm
Kay and Larry Hebert
Marci Hebert
In memory of Ivan Barragan
Seema and Grant Hebert
Tracy and Doug Herman
Natalie Hesterly
Caitlyn Hesterman
Ashley Higginbotham
Ashley and Charlie Hohorst
Melissa Hoover
Fi and Blake Huggard
Bruce Johnson
Scott Johnstone
Lynley Jones
In memory of Ivan Barragan
Susanne Jones
Molly Kallenberger
Ainsley and Nick King
Miriam and John Kolwe
Gregory Koury
Audrey Kreamer
Karen Ladmirault
Becky Landry
Cynthia Landry
Lonny Landry
The Landry Family
Kimberly and Jason Lau
Connie Lavergne
Loni LeBlanc
Alisha Leday
Marilyn and Buddy Lee
Chelsea and Jeremy LeMieux
Corbin and John Levin
Drs. Linda and James Lipstate
Lauren and Thomas Liu
Nicole C. Lobello
Ray Lucas
Shannon and Kirk Lynd
Elizabeth and Tim Machen
Sophie Main
Laurie and Jason Manafi
Amy Marter
Morgan McBiles
Mallory McIntyre
In memory of Ivan Barragan
Nadine Mier
Marlene Milam
Tammy and Mark Milam
Derrick Millard
Kristen Murison
Brooke and Michael Odom
Anna O'Neal
Kelly and Lance Ortemond
The Owens Family
Elizabeth and Max Pagelsen
Jenifer Palmer In honor of Addie Prochaska ‘24
Jim Parker
Jennifer Patin
Natalie Person
Sue Pottle
Keeli and Robert Powell
Georgette and Ron Prejean
Dayna and Justin Price
Crystal and Billy Pritchard
Lauren Rabalais
Kelly Ramsay
Ashley and Nathan Rath
Lea Ann and Mike Remondet
Portia Reyna
Frankie and Roger Rholdon
Betsey and Edward Rice
Keith and Terry Rice
Nessie and Gary Richards
Kim and Chase Riche
Amy and Greg Rizzuto
Courtney Robert
Marielle Robichaux
Brittany and Ronnie Robinson
Gene and Tay Rodrigue
Ashley and Matthew Rogillio In memory of Ivan Barragan
Chandelle and Charles Rougeou
Dana and Sean Roy
Dr. James and Crystal Russo
Sandy Savoie
Jake Schlossberg
In memory of Ivan Barragan
Karen and Bill Schmid
Larry Sciambra
Crystal and Jarrod Serrette
Ashley and Andy Simon
Christy and Stacey Singleton
Kim and Chris St. Germain
Anjanette Stewart
Jeigh and Mark Stipe
Kim and Bob Summerhays
Monica Tauzin
In memory of Todd Tauzin
Julie and Grant Thomas
May and Eric Thomassee
Lauren and Dr. Jayme Trahan
Shannon and Chris Trahan
Liz and Claude Tremblay
Lindsay Trotter
Taylor Trotter
Elizabeth Lee Utterback ‘17
Jamie and Derek Veverica
Victoria and Blair Vidrine
Morgan and Paul Vondenstein
Stevi Weber
Trisha and Jason West
Rebecca Wilke
Caitlyn Williams
Keighley Williamson
Allyson and Lee Womack
Caitlan and Thomas Wood
Jaime and Ross Woodring
A heartfelt thanks to our grandparents, alumni, and alumni parents whose generosity to the Annual Giving Campaign touches not only their own families but our entire school community.
GRANDPARENT DONORS
Cynthia Anselmo
Darrellyn and Don Burts
Debbie and Ray Castille
Mary Beth and Barry Churbock
Irene and Rick Cloud
Cynthia and Joseph Emert
Jacob Giardina / Giardina Family Foundation
Cindy F. Hartt
Kay and Larry Hebert
Bruce Johnson
Susanne Jones
Cynthia Landry
Brenda Garrett and Fred Layman
Drs. Linda and James Lipstate
Chris and Glen McCormick
Marlene Milam
Ronald and Georgette Prejean
Nessie and Garry Richards
Tay Rodrigue
Gerry and Eddie Soileau
Brian Tannehill
Julie and Grant Thomas
Nancy and Peter Villagomez
ALUMNI DONORS
Angelle Judice Adams, ADS Alum
Dr. John Alldredge, ADS ‘87
Megan Andrus, ADS ‘95
Patrick Bean, ’14 / Theo B. Bean Foundation
Theo Bean, ‘11 / Theo B. Bean Foundation
Zach Belle, '23
Sarah Landry Caffery, ADS ‘98
Francesca Kizer Campbell, ADS ‘03
Michael Dalman, '14
Shome Dasgupta, ADS ‘92
Emma Dees, ‘19
Nick Domino, ADS ‘98
Sally O. Donlon, ADS Alum
Hon. Charles Fitzgerald, ADS ‘85
Destiny Fordis, '13
Tracy Blanda Herman, ADS Alum
Ainsley King, ADS ‘95
Sophie Main, ‘17
Michael Odom, ADS ‘80
Jim Parker, ADS Alum
Natalie Person, ADS ‘96
Elizabeth Lee Utterback, '17
Derek Veverica, ADS ‘93
Blair Vidrine, ‘12
Allyson Womack, ADS ‘88
Blair Zuschlag, ADS ‘92
ALUMNI PARENTS
Julie and Craig Bourque
Brenda and Larry Curtis
Michelle and Pratt Doucet
Kim and Dave Edmond
Laura Ann and Chris Edwards
The Francez Family
Kelli Guidry
Molly and Prent Kallenberger
Miriam and John Kolwe
Marilyn and Buddy Lee
Shannon and Kirk Lynd
Tammy and Mark Milam
Lea Ann and Mike Remondet
Keith and Terry Rice
Karen and Bill Schmid
Jeigh and Mark Stipe
Julie and Jerry Vascocu
SPECIAL FUNDS, RESTRICTED GIFTS & IN-KIND DONORS
ATHLETIC RESTRICTED GIFTS
Advanced Fire and Safety
Christy and Andre Franques
Domengeaux Wright Roy & Edwards
El Paso Youngsville, LLC
Jeanne Fitzgerald
Integrated Physical Therapy & Pilates
K & J Supplies
Lisa Keeter
Lafayette Pediatric Dentistry
Ochsner Lafayette General
Oilfield Instrumentation
Perfect Fitz
Professional Fluid Services
William B. Roth, MD / Southern Urology
Christopher A. Sorrel, DDS
Sorrel Electrical Specialties
Understanding the Word
Jaime and Ross Woodring
ACADEMIC RESTRICTED GIFTS
Zuschlag Family Foundation
OTHER RESTRICTED GIFTS
Theo B. Bean Foundation
Mark and Stephanie Fontenot
Marilyn and Buddy Lee
Chris Vincent Gretchen & Walker Vincent Memorial Fund
GIFTS IN-KIND
Acadian Contractors
Cajun Bug Exterminating
Shannon Lynd
Christy and Andy Sheets
Southland Engine Company
— We are deeply grateful for the generosity of all our donors and have made every effort to ensure the accuracy of this report. If we have inadvertently made an error in your listing, please accept our sincere apologies and don’t hesitate to let us know. We’d be happy to make it right. Please contact Marilyn Lee at mlee@ascensionbluegators. org or 337-280-6601.
Ascension Episcopal School proudly marked its 65th anniversary with a series of celebratory events from October 10-12, 2024. The heartfelt events brought together alumni, current families, past and present faculty, and the wider community for a weekend of remembrance and reconnection. Highlights included the Homecoming Parade, a spirited football game, a Downtown Campus chapel service, and a special brunch with memorabilia displays of the school’s rich history. The most memorable moment was when guests sang Happy Birthday to Dr. Jeanette Parker, the founding Head of Ascension Day School, for her 90th birthday.
Former SMP Chaplain Father Brandt Montgomery opened the service in prayer, and the inaugural president of the newly formed Ascension Alumni Association, Michael Dalman, welcomed and thanked guests for supporting Ascension. Attendees then enjoyed tours of the Downtown Campus led by middle school leadership students. They visited former classrooms and learned about the evolution of key locations such as the playground and Parker Hall. Memorabilia such as old cheer uniforms, yearbooks, and past class auction projects were on display, and a continuous video played digitized school footage from the school’s inception in 1959.
Many shared favorite memories of Ascension, and several remembered Mrs. Stiff fondly, “Mrs Stiff was a gifted teacher. I am grateful for the encouragement she gave me.” Sally Bollich Bru, 1960’s Ascension Day School Alum.
Lisa Guidry, ADS alum, faculty, alum parent, and alum grandparent, couldn’t choose one favorite, commenting, “I have so many wonderful memories of my time at Ascension Day School! The friends I made, many of whom I still see, the amazing teachers and activities. My favorite would be a two-week study we did for several years called Interim. The other favorite would be our sixth-grade class starting the Haunted House as a fundraiser. We had a school carnival in the spring of 1974, and our class planned and carried out a haunted house for that event with great popularity. The idea was born, and the Haunted House started that fall!”
This anniversary weekend celebrated the school’s past, present, and future, honoring Ascension’s legacy of educational excellence in a Christian environment and its enduring community spirit.
Once a Blue Gator, Always a Blue Gator!
PARENT TEACHER ORGANIZATION
The Ascension PTO was blessed with a great group of parent volunteers who went above and beyond to serve our school, faculty, staff, and students. We certainly stayed busy and had a lot of fun along the way!
Our 2024 PTO Fall Festival was a tremendous success thanks to the vision and efforts of our Fall Festival committee chairs and all the parent volunteers who helped execute it.
Because of the hard work of these volunteers and the support and participation of our Blue Gator community, we raised $214,761 from this fun-filled, family-friendly day.
Funds raised from this event helped bridge the gap between operational expenses and tuition revenue and supported our school in many ways, including specific projects on each campus, faculty & staff bonuses, faculty & staff appreciation week, and special events, such as Thanksgiving Feast, throughout the year.
Thank you to all who volunteered or supported the Ascension Episcopal School PTO in any capacity this year. Our success was not possible without you!
ACCOMPLISHMENTS
• PTO Fall Festival Fundraiser
• Campus-specific projects
• Faculty & Staff CPE
• See You At The Pole
• Honor Code signing
• Veterans Day reception
• Thanksgiving Feasts
• Faculty & Staff Christmas bonuses
• River Ranch Santa visit & pictures
• Faculty & Staff Appreciation Week
• Quarterly faculty & staff birthday treats
• May Day
• Later Gator Reception
RAISED $214,761 FUNDS
EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE
CHRISTY FRANQUES President
KIM LAU President-Elect
MARY COURVILLE Secretary
KELLI STOREY
Treasurer
ASHLEY HOHORST Parliamentarian
AMY BOUDREAUX Communications Coordinator
VICTORIA VIDRINE RR Coordinator
LAURA OWENS RR Coordinator
JULIA DOMINO DT Coordinator
SARAH CAFFERY DT Coordinator
MIA ROBINSON SMP Coordinator
JAMIE WOODRING SMP Coordinator
KEELI POWELL Social Chair
AMANDA FAUCHEUX Social Chair
KATHERINE MCCORMICK
PSO School Liaison / Chief Advancement Officer
SARAH DAVENPORT Faculty Member at Large
FALL FEST COMMITTEE
MARI ANNE JOHNSON Fall Festival Chair
PAM FENSTERMAKER Silent Auction Chair
BRITTANY ROWELL Carnival Chair
NICOLE JOHNSON Carnival Chair
NATHAN RATH Gumbo Cookoff Chair
ASHLEY RATH Gumbo Cookoff Chair
ASHLEY HOHORST Sponsorship Chair
MARY COURVILLE Sponsorship Chair
DONORS & SPONSORS
PTO FALL FESTIVAL SPONSORS
The Abshire Family
Acadiana Automotive Group
Angelle and Anthony Adams
Agave Mexican Grill & Cantina - Youngsville
Dr. John Alldredge, Lafayette ENT Specialists
Andrus & Boudreaux Complete Title
Dwight Andrus Insurance, a division of Hub International Gulf South
Katherine and Chuck Anselmo
The Apothecary Shoppe
Assured Partners
The Caffery Family
Cajun Bug Exterminating, Kimi & Jeff Hargrave
Claire Capell, ADS 5th Grade Class of 1996
Drs. Allison & Doug Clement
The Courville Family
Creative Minds Preschool
Dermatology Center of Acadiana, Dr. Kristy Kennedy
Caroline and Drew Detraz
Edwards & Bowie
Pam and Michael Fenstermaker
First Horizon Bank
Dr. Erin Fontenot, DDS
Stephanie and Mark Fontenot
Guidry & Horaist Orthodontics
Mari Anne and Scott Johnson
Maggie and Charlie Justus
Sammy Kershaw
Lafayette Dermatology and Cosmetic Center, Dr. Frankie Rholdon
Kim and Jason Lau
LaPetite Pediatric Clinic, Dr. Colleen Sicard
Levin Endodontics, Dr. John Levin
Gayle and Brent Milam
Neuro Diagnostic Monitoring, Erica & Brandon Landry
The Ortemond Family
Pelican Roofing
Preferred Anatomic Pathology Services
Dr. Pumarol and Dr. Cuervo
Ragin Hydration Mobile IV & Wellness, Caitlan & Kyle Menard
Ryan and Amy Roberts
The Soileau Family
Sorrel Electrical Specialties, LLC
Drs. Eric and May Thomassee
Dr. and Mrs. Jayme Trahan
Vanoil Completion Services, Sharon Piasecki
Jamie and Derek Veverica
The Waguespack Family
The Woodring Family
Zeus on the Go
FUND A NEED DONORS
Betsy Boudreaux
Lindsey Buckley
Tricia R. Campbell
Alexandra Drouant
Matthew J. Grant
Mari A. Johnson
Kristy Kennedy
Bader Kfoury
Mary C. Levin
Katherine M. McCormick
Brent R. Milam
Kristen Murison
Jordan G. Musso
Ashley D. Rath
Frankie Rholdon
Brittany Robinson
Blaire Saulnier
Angie Schouest
May S. Thomassee
ADMISSIONS
PARENT
AMBASSADORS
Mariam Alrefaey
Jamie Ashmore
Stacie Belle
Melissa Boudreaux
Jennifer Callais
Taylor Callais-Rusich
Leslie Cleveland
Mary Courville
Caroline Detraz
Heather Devey
Anne Elise Doise
Julia Domino
Jessica Dukes
Amanda Faucheux
Amy Fontenot
Pam Fenstermaker
Christy Franques
Reyna Grant
Heather Gros
Jacie Guidry
Seema Hebert
Tracy Herman
Ashley Hohorst
Mari Anne Johnson
Mariah Landry
Laura Owens
Sharon Piasecki
Chandelle Rougeou
Blaire Savoie Saulnier
Angie Schouest
Eliana Smith
Sara Trawick
Lea Urdiales
Victoria Vidrine
Sara Zuschlag
BLUE GATOR DADS
John Alldredge
Nidal Balbeisi
David Barras
Kris Bjerga
Mark Boudreaux
Stuart Bowie
Lenox Brown
Nick Cahanin
Michael Carr
Chad Coffelt
Channing Credeur
Hunter Devillier
Michael Dillon
Jeremy Dugas
Beryl Dukes
Chase Edwards
Travis Frayard
Seth Garrett
Jake Giardina
Wade Guillory
Andrew Halverson
Gus Hauser
Grant Hebert
Andre Higginbotham
Adam Kennedy
Ben Ledet
Corey Leftwich
Jay Luke
Al Matt
Michael Odom
Rob Payne
Nathan Rath
Roger Rholdon
Ryan Paul Roberts
John Michael Robinson
Jeff Robinson
Robert Schacht
Jarrod J. Serrette
Craig Simon
Donnie Stiel
Brian Tannehill
Paul Vondenstein
Lee Womack
FINE ARTS ALLIANCE
Our Fine Arts Alliance Board was filled with immense pride and gratitude for the extraordinary accomplishments and moments of creativity that have defined our parent service organization.
The year began with the gator ornament project, and it was a joy to see the imagination and personality that students poured into each hand-painted design. The FAA was especially grateful to the faculty who supported and guided students in bringing their ideas to life.
Another memorable painted gator auction was hosted, featuring stunning works created by local artists—and some of Ascension’s very own faculty and students. The creativity and generosity on display reflected the vibrant arts community that continues to grow stronger each year.
The year ended with Heart for the Arts, a joyful celebration of student talent spanning Kindergarten through 12th grade. The artwork and performances were a powerful reminder of how the arts bring the community together and elevate every voice in the school family.
None of this would have been possible without the dedication, generosity, and vision of the FAA board members, whose commitment to nurturing connection and creativity guided every initiative and helped strengthen the foundation of support for the fine arts at Ascension. Thank you to all who contributed and to this incredible year. We look forward to the continued journey of celebrating the arts, championing students, and growing in community.
ACCOMPLISHMENTS
• Funded custom blackout shades for windows in the Downtown Activity Center
• Funded new wireless mics for performing arts productions
• Produced playbills for all main-stage productions
• Purchased recognition gifts for art students and faculty
• Sponsored cookie decorating station for Art Fest
• Sponsored Heart for the Arts event
RAISED $48,112 FUNDS
FAA BOARD OF DIRECTORS
JENNY D'ALBOR President
ELIZABETH ADANIA President-Elect / Treasurer
ERICA LANDRY Secretary
KIM ST. GERMAIN Membership
RACHEL DELCAMBRE Communications & Ticketing
BROOKE ODOM Member at Large
KRISTIN FOOSHEE Member at Large
ALI WAGUESPACK Member at Large
JAMIE VEVERICA Member at Large
JENIFER PALMER Member at Large
NEEKEE HALL Director of Arts
KATHERINE MCCORMICK PSO School Liaison / Chief Advancement Officer
MEMBERS, DONORS & SPONSORS
MEMBERS
Elizabeth and Daniel Adania
Kathy and Charles Boone
Leah Bourgeois
Tricia and Craig Campbell
Mary and Kevin Courville
Jenny and J.P. D'Albor
Lauren and David Daly
Stephanie Day
Rachel and Mark Delcambre
Anthony and Pamela Fontenot
Kristin and Jeff Fooshee
Elizabeth Godwin
The Kennedy Family
Erica and Brandon Landry
Nicole and Mark LeBlanc
Katherine and Todd McCormick
Kara Miller
Leon and Anne Minvielle
Brooke and Michael Odom
Sharon and Mike Piasecki
Kim and Chase Riche
Jayne and Felix Soileau
Kim and Chris St. Germain
Jamie and Derek Veverica
Ali and Doug Waguespack
Trisha and Jason West
DONORS
In memory of Martha "Tolley" Odom
Sissy and John Bateman
Darrellyn and Don Burts
Mr. and Mrs. Scott Cochran
The D’Albor Family
Cathy and Bob McPeek
The Putman Family
Mr. and Mrs. Robert Rolfsen
Kathy Woodard
Giles Family (Helene, Laney, Denise & Lizette)
General Donations
Mary Frances Huggard
BOOSTER CLUB
The Ascension Booster Club remained committed to supporting the development of student-athletes and providing coaches with the tools they needed to help them succeed. Opportunities were offered for all parents to get involved on many levels, whether through membership, volunteering at athletic events, or helping to raise funds throughout the year.
Funds generated by the Booster Club supported Ascension’s middle and high school sports teams, always giving student-athletes the best opportunity for success. The year was marked by another successful fulfillment of the Booster Club’s mission, thanks to the help and support of parents and friends who sponsored and participated in fundraisers.
ACCOMPLISHMENTS
• Helped fund a Turf Tank for painting sports fields
• Funded each sport with $500 toward their budgets at the start of the year
• Provided sno cones and ice cream for TAILgators at the Middle School Night football game
• Hosted "Meet The Blue Gators" for the Fall Sports Pep Rally and included food for all in attendance
• HayBob Radio Show sponsor
• Provided coaches stipends for all sports
• Provided charter buses for the boys soccer team and the cheer squad for the state soccer game
• Funded additional seats for students on the fan bus for the state soccer game
• Funded hurdles and a long jump pad for track
• Funded a ball machine and new tennis balls for tennis
Funded new equipment for boys and girls soccer
• Funded the Game Time Music subscriptions
• Funded the fall and spring Net-Gen Tennis Program for preschoolers
RAISED $146,226 FUNDS
EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE
MAGGIE JUSTUS
President / Sponsorship Signs / Golf Tournament Chair
SARA TRAWICK Vice President / Membership Chair
KRISTEN PEEBLES
Secretary
TRICIA CAMPBELL
Treasurer
ANN BOND
Immediate Past President
KIM BISHOP
Outside Fundraising Sales Chair
MELISSA BOUDREAUX
Printed Programs Chair
SCOTT LEONARD
Clay Shoot Chair
SHARON PIASECKI
Senior Events Chair
AMY RIZZUTO
Special Events Chair
CHRISTY SHEETS
Volunteer Chair / Golf Tournament Committee
ASHLEY SIMON
Game Time Music Chair
JAYNE SOILEAU
Tennis Tournament Chair
FI HUGGARD Member at Large
ANGELA MILLS Member at Large
CHRISTY SINGLETON Member at Large
CHRIS GRENEAUX Member at Large / Golf Tournament Committee
JASON GUIDRY
Color Run Co-Chair / Member at Large
ROGER RHOLDON
Color Run Co-Chair / Member at Large
ERIC MOUTON
Director of Athletics
DANIEL GAUTREAUX
Assistant Director of Athletics
KATHERINE MCCORMICK Chief Advancement Officer / School Liaison
MEMBERS
Brent and Pam Abshire
Anthony Adams
Randy and Kristy Ahrabi
Keith and Stacie Belle
Kristen and Rusty Blanchard
Ann Bond
Mark and Beth Boudreaux
Betsy and Matt Boudreaux
Melissa Boudreaux
Nick and Allison Cahanin
Jennifer Callais
Tricia and Craig Campbell
Uyen Chu
Alison and Doug Clement
Chris and Missy Cormier
Mary Courville
DJ Daly
Jim Drake
Mark Falgout and Nicole LeBlanc
Brandon and Jordan Falls
Charlie and Jeanne Fitgerald
Derek and Amy Fontenot
Kristin and Jeff Fooshee
Jay and Heidi Foret
Andre' and Christy Franques
Susan Giardina
Beau and Christie Goudeau
Hope Hebert
Laurie and Jason Huff
Fi and Blake Huggard
Mari Anne and Scott Johnson
Maggie and Charlie Justus
Kristy Kennedy
Christine Landes
Erica and Brandon
Angela and Mike Leblanc
Corbin and John Levin
Lauren Luke
Todd McCormick
Glen McCormick
Quay McKnight
Brent Milam
Trey and Kara Miller
Angela Mills
Kevin and Tracy Moody
Jeremy Morrow
Kelly and Lance Ortemond
Diana Ortemond
Rob and Gretchen Payne
Lynnette Pearson
Kristen and Michael Peebles
Sharon and Michael Piasecki
Ron and Georgette Prejean
Simone Quackenbos
Frankie and Roger Rholdon
Betsey Rice
Amy Rizzuto
Ryan and Amy Roberts
Brittany and Ronnie Robinson
Jennifer and Brad Roth
Matt Rovira
Chris and Angie Schouest
Christy and Andy Sheets
Stacey and Christy Singleton, Paulette and Clyde Leger
Jayne Soileau
Chris Trahan
Eric and Sara Trawick
Lindsay and Jason Trotter
Jason and Trisha West
Jamie and Ross Woodring
GAMETIME
MUSIC SPONSORS
The Bishop Family
Burgersmith
Tricia and Craig Campbell
Missy and Chris Cormier
Nicole Falgout and Mike LeBlanc
Maggie and Charlie Justus
Ochsner Lafayette General Sports Medicine
Amy and Greg Rizzuto
Senior Football Players 2024-25
Ashley and Andy Simon
Christy and Stacey Singleton
SPONSORSHIP SIGNS
SPONSORS
Associated Design Group
Advanced Fire and Safety
Allspec Global
ARC Energy LLC
b1Bank
Baldwin Redi-Mix
Bond Medical
Burgersmith
Cajun Bug
Castle & Cruises
Companion Animal Hospital
Delta Compression & Equipment
Dermatology Center of Acadiana
DLS
Hunter Buildings
Industrial Helicopter
Integrated PT and Pilates
Jersey Mike's
M&D Industries
M&M International
Mayo Properties
Oge's
Ochsner Lafayette General Sports Medicine
Primeaux RV
Robinson Insurance Co.
SES Electric
Southland Engine
Vanoil Completion Systems
Wonderland Performing Arts
Xstreme MD
Zim's Automotive
UBS
DONORS & SPONSORS
GOLF TOURNAMENT SPONSORS
Acadiana Recovery
Ascension Episcopal Fine Arts Alliance
Ascension Episcopal PTO
Associated Design Group
Aviation Academy of Louisiana
b1Bank
Chris and Karrie Blanco
Jay Chauvin
Darnall Sikes & Frederick
Dermatology Center of Acadiana
Evco Development, LLC
First National Bank of Jeanerette
Neil Fontenot
Galloway Counseling Services
Golfballs.com
The Greneaux Family
The Home Team
Karavas Kiely Schloss & Whitman LLP
Glenn Lafleur
Chris and Michaela Lapoint
M & E Consulting
Meridian Financial Partners
Ochsner Lafayette General Sports Medicine
Pelican Roofing
Ragin Cages
Rodi Marine
Andy and Christy Sheets
Sorrel Electrical Specialties LLC
St. Landry Bank & Trust Company
Christopher Trahan
Dr. and Mrs. Jayme Trahan
UBS Private Wealth
Walk On's
Zim's Tire and Auto
COLOR RUN SPONSORS
John Alldredge, MD, Ear, Nose & Throat
Dr. Chu
Dermatology Center of Acadiana
Jason Guidry
iTA Truck Sales and Services
Maggie and Charlie Justus
Lafayette Dermatology
Ochsner Lafayette General Sports Medicine
Pelican Roofing
The West Family
SPORTING CLAYS SHOOT SPONSORS
ADG Engineering
Allstates Building Systems, Inc b1 Bank
Bully Industrial, LLC
Donelson T. Caffery III, APLC
Coca-Cola Bottling Company
Louis Gary/ Joseph Wilson
Mari Anne and Scott Johnson
Leading Home Care
Ochsner Lafayette General Sports Medicine
Gordon Ritchie
Jayne and Felix Soileau
Joseph Wilson
TENNIS TOURNAMENT SPONSORS
Allstates Building Systems
Ampol
Megan and Dwight Andrus
The Apothecary Shoppe
Bond Medical Center
David D. Daly, Jr MD and Family
Dermatology Center of Acadiana
DLS
Jeanne Fitzgerald
The Gastro Clinic / Eric Trawick, MD
Gifted Early Learning Academy
Guidry & Horaist Orthodontics
Hackberry Management
Fisher and Major Hebert
Heleaux's Grocery
The Johnson Family
Kore Financial Group
Dr. Joshua Landes, Surgical Associates of Opelousas General
The Lau Family
Red Lerille's Health & Racquet Club
Neurodiagnostic Monitoring
Ochsner Lafayette General Sports Medicine
Pelican Roofing
Rabalais Business Consulting
Dr. Brad Roth, Southern Urology
Schilling Distributing Company
Andy and Ashley Simon
Felix and Jayne Soileau
Doctors May & Eric Thomassee
Derek and Jamie Veverica
The Woodring Family
Sara Zuschlag
IN-KIND SPONSORS
Bond Medical Center
The Bourque Family
The Caffery Family
Crystal Weddings
Evangelene & Co.
LA Specs, Dr. Guidry
Lafayette Dermatology
Sheila Musso
O2 Face and Body Spa
Pieces of Eight
Schilling Distributing Company
The Storey Family
Sweet Caroline Designs
Ascension Alumni Association
Officially Formed!
We were so excited to announce the official launch of the Ascension Episcopal Alumni Association in 2024-25! After years in the making, our association is finally a reality! Our executive officers, pictured here, are:
President - Michael Dalman ('14) graduated from LSU's Paul M. Hebert Law Center in 2021 and practices health care litigation with Savoy & Delahoussaye in Lafayette. In their downtime, he and his wife Hannah ('15) enjoy cooking, traveling, and celebrating Mardi Gras as members of the Krewe of Bonaparte.
Vice-President - Destiny Fordis (’13) is a graduate of ULL with a Bachelor’s degree (2017) and an MBA (2021). She resides in Lafayette and is a devoted stay at home mom to two energetic boys (Bennett 4 and Brooks, 2). Destiny has a passion for traveling, spending time outside with her family, and playing beach volleyball!
Secretary - Elizabeth Lee Utterback (’17) graduated from Mississippi State University with Bachelor (2021) and Master (2022) degrees in Accounting. She is a corporate accountant with Waste Connections in Chicago, Illinois, where she and her husband, Ethan, live. Some of her favorite things to do include traveling, running, and hanging out with family and friends.
Serving as At-Large Board Members are: Jude Ardoin, (’21), Trevor Doucet, (’14), Jacob Groth, (‘06, ADS 8th Grade), Ethan Lobello, (’23), Taylor Montoucet, (’17), Kate Mouton, (’17), Caroline Harmon Rush, (’12), Summer Milam Simm, (’13), Jake Vascocu, (’18).
Alumni Updates
We’d love your help keeping our alumni network strong and connected. Please take a moment to share your updated contact information by emailing alumni@ ascensionbluegators.org. This ensures you’ll receive the latest news, invitations, and opportunities from your alma mater.
Ascension alumni & friends celebrating the season at the Alumni Christmas Social, Adopted Dog Brewing Company – December 2024.
This group of alums graduated from Ascension Day School’s 8th Grade Class of 1978 and remain the closest of friends! They recently traveled to the Dallas–Fort Worth area for a reunion that featured “Ascension Plaid” headbands and customized ADS baseball caps. It’s truly amazing that these alums have maintained their friendship for over half a century. Some met as early as Nursery, while others connected as late as 5th grade — but their Ascension roots run deep!
— Carla Burch Johnson, Lisa Lasseigne Jones, Lisa Danna Hartwell, Catherine Odom Pankey, Sheila McNamara Greenwood, Susan Johnson Eberhart and Kay Smart Holley
CLASS NOTES
1. Ela Acevedo '21 — Graduated from Louisiana State University in May with a B.S. in Animal Science and a minor in Biology. She is currently a student at the LSU School of Veterinary Medicine.
2. Matthew Remondet '21 — Graduated from Tulane University with a B.S. in Management and is currently pursuing a Master’s in Sustainable Real Estate Development, also at Tulane.
3. Olivia Brown '18 & Bryn Daneshfar '18 — Both are set to begin their medical education at the LSU Health Shreveport School of Medicine this fall and recently participated in the White Coat Ceremony, marking the official start of their journey into the field of medicine.
Ascension Alumni
4. Lily Doré, '21 — Graduated from Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology in Indiana with a B.S. in Computer Engineering, a minor in Mathematics, and a Certification in Integrated Circuits. A standout student-athlete, she competed in three NCAA sports— soccer, swimming, and track & field. She has now begun her career at Honeywell Technologies as a Test 2 Engineer.
5.
Wyatt Fox '21 & Shawn Michael Brady '19
— Both are first year students at Loyola University New Orleans College of Law.
6. Ava Mury '21
— Graduated Summa Cum Laude from Mississippi College with a degree in Psychology and was named the Outstanding Senior in the Education & Psychology Department. She has been accepted into the Doctorate Program in Counseling Psychology at the University of Southern Mississippi where she will concentrate in Forensics and Corrections.
7. Annie Mouton '21 — Graduated Summa Cum Laude in May from Louisiana Tech University with a B.S. in Industrial Engineering, and is currently enrolled in a leadership discipleship and biblical training program at the Kanakuk Institute in Branson, Missouri.
8. Jude Ardoin '21 — Graduated Summa Cum Laude from Louisiana Tech University with a B.S. in Biology and is currently a first year student at LSU School of Dentistry in New Orleans.
9. Anna Kate Luke '21 — Graduated in May from Texas Christian University with a major in Philosophy and a minor in Political Science. While at TCU, she was actively involved in student life, and in her junior year, was elected by the founding class as the Founding President of Kappa Delta. She is now a first-year law student (1L) at Tulane Law School and plans to pursue a career in litigation.
10. Grace Roy '21 — Graduated from Louisiana State University in May with a B.S. in Psychology and a minor in Communication Studies, and is now pursuing her Master of Social Work this fall at the Tulane University School of Social Work.
11. André Perron '21 — Graduated from LSU with a degree in Communication Disorders and is currently enrolled as a member of the Pine Cove Forge residency program in Tyler, Texas. She is one of 24 residents selected for a year-long leadership program focused on equipping servant leaders by developing character, identity, and discipline through mentoring and practical camp leadership experience.
12. André Domengeaux '21 — Worked in Washington, D.C. for Congressman Clay Higgins during the summer of 2024. Graduated with honors from Louisiana State University in December 2024 with a B.S. in Political Science, and is currently in his first year at LSU Law School.
BABIES
WADE HOLLIER
SON OF
CHARITY JACKSON HOLLIER ('14) & WILL HOLLIER ('15)
BORN SEPTEMBER 9, 2024
NATALIE KATE BARBER
DAUGHTER OF EMILY DUPLECHAIN BARBER ('14) & BUCK BARBER
BORN OCTOBER 14, 2024
LILAH FRANCES STOLZENTHALER
DAUGHTER OF ALAINA & ALEC STOLZENTHALER ('14)
BORN MARCH 7, 2025
JANE FRANCES JOHN
DAUGHTER OF
ISABEL FREDERICK JOHN ('18) & HARRISON JOHN ('17)
BORN SEPTEMBER 24, 2024
DAUGHTER OF VICTORIA & BLAIR VIDRINE ('12)
BORN APRIL 24, 2025
MADELINE VIDRINE
WEDDINGS
1. Emma Stolzenthaler '16— Married Jordy Russo in October 2024 in Lafayette. Other Ascension alumni in the wedding party were Alex Stolzenthaler, '14, Andrew Stolzenthaler, '20, and Maddie Mosing, '16. Emma and Jordy currently reside in Lafayette.
2. Michael Remondet '18— Married Courtney Crooks, in November 2024 at the Episcopal Church of the Ascension. Other Ascension alumni in the wedding were Matthew Remondet, '21, Anna Remondet Rodriguez, '13, Laura Read Lee Overton, '13, Elizabeth Lee Utterback, '17, Jake Vascocu, '18, Leo Franques, '18. Michael and Courtney currently reside in Baton Rouge.
3. Noelle Delhomme, '12— Married Austin Ray in November 2024 at the Episcopal Church of the Ascension in Lafayette. Other Ascension alumni in the wedding were the bride's siblings Blair Knight Richard, '21 and Elliot Knight Richard, '19, as well as Emily Duplechin Barber, '14, Veronica Droulia, '15. Noelle and Austin currently reside in Tampa, Florida.
4. Victoria Barczyk, '15— Married Jack Hebert, December 2024 in New Orleans. Other Ascension alumni in the wedding were Jillian Barczyk, '19, Victoria Dore, '15, Chelsea Lotief, '15, Juliet Mills, '15 Luke Butcher, '15 and Bennett Anderson, '15. Victoria and Jack currently reside in New Orleans.
5. Natalie Main, '14— Natalie married Alex Mikhail in May 2025 in a traditional Scottish ceremony held at Dalmahoy Hotel & Country Club in the UK. Other Ascension alumni in the wedding were Sophie Main, '17 and Tessa Mattke Castrinos, '11. Alums in attendance were Rachelle Mosing Landry, '11 and Hannah Mattke, '19. Natalie and Alex currently reside in Dallas, Texas.
6. Blair Boatright, '17— Married in June 2025 to Blake Blanchard at Saint Martin de Tours Catholic Church in St. Martinville. Bridesmaids were Sophia Boatright (her sister and maid of honor) '19, Madison Louviere '17, Meghan Hartman '17. Blair and Blake are currently residing in Lafayette.
Ascension 5th graders during their unforgettable 1987 trip to Washington, D.C. — a cherished tradition in the school’s history. This group toured the U.S. Capitol with Louisiana's newly-elected Senator John Breaux of Crowley.
Remember When?
Remembering Fran Barbato
In January 2025, the Ascension Episcopal School family said goodbye to Mrs. Fran Barbato, a beloved and long-standing member of our community.
Fran dedicated 30 remarkable years to Ascension, teaching grades 1–8, serving as Middle School Head for 12 years, and concluding her time with us as Interim Director in 2011.
Throughout her long career, thousands of Ascension students passed through her classrooms, were challenged in their studies, and were encouraged and inspired by her example.
“The impact she had on so many kids in years that are so critical to their development for adolescence brings tears to my eyes. She was a guiding light for Christ to everyone she met.”
—
Anna Remondet Rodriguez (Class of ’13)
Fran’s unwavering commitment to education, leadership, and the nurturing of young minds left an indelible mark on the Ascension community. Her legacy continues to live on in the lives of those she inspired.
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PARENT TEACHER ORGANIZATION
The PTO extends its support to address all school-wide needs including teacher support and academic programming, as well as providing the extras that enrich the lives of students, teachers, staff, and parents.
BOOSTER CLUB
The Booster Club plays an essential role in supporting our middle and high school athletic teams. Working closely with the Athletic Department, it helps provide the equipment, facilities, and other essential resources to strengthen Ascension’s athletic programs.
FINE ARTS ALLIANCE (FAA)
The FAA champions the fine and performing arts across all grade levels— supporting music, theater, visual arts, and media literacy. Through volunteer efforts and fundraising, the alliance provides vital support for our arts faculty and ensures enriching arts experiences for every Ascension student.
ANNUAL GIVING
Annual Giving contributions support key priorities such as teacher salaries and benefits, curriculum resources, tuition assistance, technology upgrades, campus improvements, and school security.
Supporting Annual Giving helps cover the difference between tuition revenue and the yearly school operation cost. Each year, our goal is 100% parent participation.
July
Booster Club
Membership Drive, Program Ad & Sign
Sales
July
FAA
Membership Drive
Aug 7th
Booster Club
Meet the Blue Gators
Aug 25th - 29th
Annual Giving
Week of Giving
Sep 29th
PTO
Raffle Ticket Sales
Oct 13th
Booster Club
Golf Tournament
Oct 24th
Booster Club
Tennis & Pickleball Tournament
Nov 1st
PTO
Fall Festival
Dec 2nd
Annual Giving Giving Tuesday
Feb 12th
Annual Giving
Mardi Gras Luncheon
March 7th
PTO
Spring Event
Mar 20th
Booster Club
Sporting Clays Shoot
Apr 24th
Booster Club
Color Run
Apr 24th - May 4th
FAA
Painted Gator Silent Auction
May 4th
FAA
Hearts for the Arts Showcase & Senior Night