Advancement

Why We Give

THE MCGUCKEN-ALVAREZ FAMILIES

BACK ROW: Aaron Alvarez, Nina McGucken Alvarez ’01, Patrick McGucken ’94 and Amy McGucken; FRONT ROW: Francesca Alvarez, Angela Alvarez, Samuel McGucken and Patrick McGucken

The Academy has its first sibling Parent Annual Fund co-chairs: Patrick McGucken ’94 and Nina McGucken Alvarez ’01. This year’s theme, Their Vision, Our Mission: 140 Years of Devotion, is most appropriate for their family, as they have been a part of the Academy community for generations. Both Nina and Patrick are third-generation “lifers.” Their grandfather, mother, aunts and many cousins came before them, and their children, Patrick McGucken and Angela Alvarez (2nd grade), Samuel McGucken (kindergarten), and Francesca Alvarez (pre-K), are the fourth generation to attend the school! Today, Nina is the owner and managing partner of McGucken Alvarez, P.A., and Patrick is the vice president of property management and leasing for America’s Realty.

Your family has an extensive history at the Academy. What do you like best about being a part of the community?

For us, the Academy community is more than just our school; it is our extended family; it permeates our lives. For generations, it has formed bonds between our family and others, which we are proud to continue with our children. The best part about being a part of the Academy community is the lifelong friendships, support and shared pride for our alma mater.

Nina, you remain very close to the Sisters. How have they impacted your life?

The Sisters have impacted my life in every way; it is almost impossible to put into words. They have undoubtedly helped to shape me into the woman that I am today. They have devoted their lives to us and asked for nothing in return. As an adult, they are still my biggest cheerleaders, my shoulders on which to cry and a main source of advice and love. I cannot imagine my life without them.

Why is giving back important to your family?

Giving back was instilled in us at an early age, not only by our parents but through our education at Academy. Before becoming an AHN parent, I (Nina) was president of the HNAA, and vice chair and mission chair of the AHN Board of Trustees. Along with our mom, I was the co-chair of the Holy Names Heritage Center campaign. The privilege of an Academy education is not something we take for granted. Now, as parents, we specifically give back through the PAF because, like you, we believe an Academy education is the only option for our children.

What do you want parents to know about the PAF?

Tuition alone does not cover the cost of a child to attend the Academy and reap all its amazing benefits. Donations to the PAF ensure that not only our children but also our faculty and staff have the best there is while continuing to make an Academy education possible for many.

What is your personal goal for PAF?

100% participation, which would really show what a community we are!

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Blessed Marie Rose Society

RECEPTION & PRESIDENT’S DINNER

In October, the Bailey Family Center for the Arts, once again, set the stage for this year’s Blessed Marie Rose Society Reception and President’s Dinner. Each year, the Academy hosts the event to honor our foundress, Blessed Marie Rose Durocher, and those who have contributed $1,500 or more during the past fiscal year. After a two-year pause, we were able to finally celebrate the Sisters of the Holy Names of Jesus and Mary and recognize the faithful generosity of the society members.

The evening began with a cocktail hour in the Valdes Gallery and was capped off by dinner on the Lynch Family Stage. Guests enjoyed entertainment by the Quarter Notes and heartfelt speeches by Board of Trustees Chair Ernie Garateix, President Kevin P. Whitney, and high school student Ximena Sanchez ’23. In her speech thanking the donors for their support, Sanchez explained it had been her dream to attend Academy since kindergarten. “Before freshman year, I had always been a shy and reserved girl. … As I chose my classes in the summer of 2019, I decided to take a step out of my comfort zone and register for Mrs. Kimbler’s intro to acting class. I fell in love with acting and theater. Since that summer day, I have been in multiple school productions, grown in my abilities and confidence, and have made countless friendships that I will cherish. … This growth has been made possible by the generosity I have received from various individuals in my time here. … You have played an invaluable role in my development as well as the development of many other students at AHN, and on behalf of the little 6-year-old girl who had a dream, I thank you.”

Megan and Eric Ochotorena with Olivia and Isaac Ruiz-Carus ’94

Brian Smith, Lance Raab, Doug and Heidi McCree, and Judy Raab Kerry and Jim Lather, Laureen and Rich Mocsari, and Keith and Lisa Griffin Hodgdon ’90

Emily Plumb, Sr. Ann Regan, SNJM, Russell Regan, and Sr. Mary Glavin, SNJM

Ximena Sanchez ’23 and President Kevin P. Whitney

Dan and Meghan Burns with Allison and Tommy Richardson

Kimberly and Tom Kazbour with Elementary School Principal Bridgid Fishman Sophia Baldor Kauffman ’12, Sr. Ann Regan, SNJM, and Liana Baldor

Mattie Tison Vega ’59, Angela Ferrante Guagliardo ’59, Therese Cullen Seal ’60, Dotty Corfield Norton ’60, Pat Torres ’68 and Terri Constantini Naylor ’68

Andrew and Clare Doyle

KALINDA CAMPBELL ’00

NEWEST HOLY NAMES LEGACY SOCIETY MEMBER

When she was in kindergarten at the Academy, Kalinda Campbell ’00 aspired to be the president, a nun or a doctor. While her life’s path has taken a different direction thus far, the sky is the limit for Campbell. An Academy lifer who found her voice through middle school oratorical assignments and high school speech and debate, Campbell has forged her future from the lessons she learned from Sister Mary Patricia Plumb, SNJM ’55 — find balance, do things you love, and get up and talk in front of anyone at any time.

After graduating from the Academy, Campbell earned a bachelor’s degree in sociology from Spelman College, a historically black college for women in Atlanta. As she explored her career path, she found a passion for diversity and inclusion work. Seeing a void in the industry, Campbell founded The [SPACE] Group, a management consulting and advisory firm focused on the intersection of talent management and diversity and inclusion. She is now the head of diversity talent strategy at Nordstrom, where she ensures the employee population reflects the diversity of North America and makes the brand better for consumers and employees.

“I love connecting people and things and ensuring that everyone has access. It brings me joy creating spaces where everyone has access,” she said. “It’s hard work, but I love it.”

Campbell leads an involved lifestyle in Houston, where she has lived the past 10 years. When she’s not working, she spends her time volunteering — another passion she found at the Academy. Aside from serving on the Academy of the Holy Names’ Board of Trustees, she is also president of the board for Writers in the Schools, and a board member of Preservation Houston, Memorial Park Conservancy and Stages. Campbell has also been an active member of the Junior League for the past 13 years. When she finds free time, Campbell enjoys practicing yoga (for which she is a licensed instructor), being a DJ and exploring her visual art skills.

Campbell wanted to philanthropically support the Academy for some time, and the Holy Names Legacy Society was the perfect fit.

“The school has meant a lot to me, and I could never repay my parents or the Sisters enough for what the Academy gave to me,” she said. “The Academy felt like a second home to me, in a way. I really believe in the mission of the school, and it’s important for me to give back.”

HOLY NAMES LEGACY SOCIETY MEMBERS

The Academy established the Holy Names Legacy Society to provide financial assistance for students, professional development for faculty and staff, and maintenance of the facilities. Bequests, trusts, IRA designations, gifts of life insurance or property have specific advantages that may be tailored to a donor’s wishes. To learn how to join the Holy Names Legacy Society, please contact Molly Smith at (813) 835-3522.

Anonymous (4) Diana and Harold Astorquiza Schezy and Steve Barbas Patricia Power Bohannan ’77 Beverly Bush ’55 Kalinda Campbell ’00 Mary Jo Campbell ’68† Jeannette Campbell Capella ’86 Irma Jean Simpson Doke S’52 † Julia P. Eckart ’81 Mary Ann Fontaine S’64 Edmund J. Foody Richard Gonzmart B’67 Kimberly Valenti Grandoff ’77 Angela Ferrante Guagliardo ’59 Jane Hardin Kay Culbreath Heller Patricia Miller Herrmann ’55 Theresa and David Jones Debbie and Sam Lazzara Dr. Gregory Lieb and

Stephanie Crane Lieb ’99 Debra S. Lubrano Linda Danco MacGregor ’79 Sheryl and George W. Martz Jr. Angela Spicola Morgan ’67 Terri Costantini Naylor ’68 Dorothy Corfield Norton ’60 Vivien A. Oliva ’63 Barbara and Anthony Scarpo Jan and Anthony Scicchitano Patricia Torres ’68 Terre Tulsiak Raulniña Uzzle-Harris ’82 Candace and Michael J. Valdes B’77 Mattie Tison Vega ’59 Sharon and Robert West Anna Maria Williams ’44† Isabelle Williams ’48† Christopher Winiarz ’97 Vincent and June Martin Wojteczko ’61

† Deceased