Alumni Kudos Lisa Hembry ‘68 Lisa Hembry, class of 1968, retired in 2017 as President/CEO from Literacy Instruction for Texas. After graduating from Southern Methodist University, she spent her career in nonprofit management, broadcast journalism and elected county office. She currently serves as a gubernatorial appointee to the Trinity River Authority, pursuing her commitment to a healthy environment. Ms. Hembry says being an African American in a high school that, at the time, was primarily white students, prepared her to work with people from diverse backgrounds. Bishop Dunne gave her tools for college, but she says the most invaluable experience was learning, “When we open ourselves to understand and collaborate with others, then it’s possible to achieve anything.”
Angela Maverick ‘87 Angela Maverick, class of 1987, earned a BA from Loyola University, and a JD from Texas Tech University. She is a partner with Andrews & Barth, P.C., a commercial real estate law firm. She is an active member of Our Friends Place, the Dallas Bar Association, the BD 100 Dinner committee and Attorneys Serving the Community, a group that raises money for nonprofits serving families in need. For Angela, one of the most important things about Bishop Dunne was getting to know people from diverse backgrounds. Those friendships have lasted, she says, as have the lessons she learned. “As a result of [my] years at Dunne, I feel compelled to promote more equitable access to resources to reduce disparities that negatively impact the well-being of a large portion of our community.”
Lydia Torrez ‘74 Lydia Torrez, class of 1974, has had a long career in education. After graduating Bishop Dunne, Lydia attended Dallas Baptist University, earning a degree and certification to teach first through eighth grades and a graduate degree in Educational Leadership and Administration. Lydia worked as the director of advancement at Bishop Dunne for more than 18 years. She recently returned to St. Cecilia Catholic School to serve as principal. She also teaches yoga to children. “Catholic education is my life. I am passionate about what I do because I believe in the value of a Catholic education.” She credits the teachers she had at Bishop Dunne with helping her find her vocation: “I have always been a teacher. Bishop Dunne helped me realize that it was my calling.” W W W.BDCS.ORG
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