The Power of Team: Accord Spring 2023 | Vol. 16 No. 2

Academy of the Holy Names

ACCORD

THE POWER OF TEAM

Dear Academy Family,

There is a powerful quote by Henry Ford that I would lean into when I coached varsity high school football: “If everyone is moving forward together, then success takes care of itself.” To me, these words help frame the values of teamwork, unity and collective responsibility — some of the fundamental qualities that student-athletes of all ages learn from participating in team sports.

Today, as we present this edition of the Accord, I continue to find great connection and relevance to those well-known words and the implicit values they represent. The first semester of the 20222023 school year was filled with record-setting achievement and collective accomplishment, shared with and made possible by so many within the Academy community.

The cover story highlights the incredible achievement of the Holy Names swimming & diving team, which claimed the program’s first state championship this past November. Head coach Bill Shaffer and junior Brooke Beede were also named Florida Dairy Farmers 2A Coach and Swimmer of the Year! We congratulate Coach Shaffer and his staff, our athletic administrators and all the student-athletes on the team — especially our seniors. We also send a sincere thank you to our spirited swimming & diving team parents and spectators who supported the team throughout their memorable season.

One of our feature stories celebrates the completion and launch of the Academy’s 2023-2028 strategic plan, titled Light the Way. The plan, centered around our distinct Catholic SNJM mission and tradition of excellence in education, was formed over 12 months through a highly inclusive and collaborative process. By now, you should have received a full copy of the plan detailing the strategic goals and objectives that will guide our decisions over the next five years. We are incredibly grateful for the contributions and teamwork of so many who made the plan’s formation possible. Please read more about Light the Way and the process behind the final plan on page 12.

Lastly, it’s a pleasure to welcome to the Academy family Mrs. Jeane McNamara as our new high school principal. Mrs. McNamara and her high school administration have demonstrated collaborative teamwork as they strengthen the 9th through 12th grade experience. I am incredibly proud of the leadership and stability the high school team has brought to Academy during the fall semester, and I look forward to their outstanding work in the years to come.

As always, thank you for choosing the Academy and for your continued support as we celebrate our successes and partner to strengthen our future.

Sincerely,

Kevin P. Whitney President

OUR MISSION

The Academy of the Holy Names is a Catholic, independent school founded and guided by the Sisters of the Holy Names of Jesus and Mary. In a faith community of exceptional love, the Academy empowers students to be authentic individuals who, in pursuing their highest academic potential, engage in critical thinking, are inspired by creativity and lead culturally aware, spiritually rich lives.

SNJM CORE VALUES

• Education in the Faith

• Full Development of the Human Person

• Hospitality

• Dedication to Women & Children

• Dedication to Justice

• Service to People Who Are Poor or Marginalized

• Commitment to Liberating Action

• Love for the Names of Jesus & Mary

DIVERSITY

The Academy of the Holy Names believes that a broadly diverse community fosters empathy, strengthens teaching and learning, and promotes academic excellence. To that end, the Academy is committed to:

• Building and sustaining a diverse and inclusive community of students, faculty and staff that shares our beliefs and supports our mission;

• Recognizing and appreciating the variety of characteristics that make individuals unique; and

• Creating an environment that promotes and celebrates individual and collective achievement.

2022-2023 BOARD OF TRUSTEES OFFICERS

Daphne McConnie Chair

Kim Dingle Vice Chair

Ed Bulleit Treasurer

Kalinda Campbell ’00 Secretary

Sister Kathleen Griffin, SNJM At-Large

MEMBERS

Ernie J. Garateix

Kim Wilmath Hill ’05

Sherisha Hills ’98

Sister Kathleen Hilton, SNJM

Daniel J. Johnson

Martha Connors Minahan

Paola Schifino

Velen Diaz Thompson ’83

Joann T. Wehle

Jason B. Woodside ’01

AHN President Kevin P. Whitney (ex-officio)

2022-2023 ALUMNI BOARD

Jeni Goodman Calhoun ’05

President

Mallory Weatherly Winter ’08

President-Elect

Will Sievers ’01

Secretary/Historian

Alex Valdes ’09

Treasurer

Sarah Tyler Sievers ’05

Parliamentarian

Nina McGucken Alvarez ’01

Cristina Baldor ’15

Carol Bettinger ’86

Kristen Eddings Carson ’93

Terin Barbas Cremer ’03

Amber McCarthy Dorsch ’05

Mary Lois Hartlage Fernandez ’62

Sister Mary Glavin, SNJM

Christina McCue Hoek ’03

Christina Criollo Jelesky ’04

Austin Jurado ’07

Ben Lopez ’04

Kelley Mulfinger McIlvaine ’03

Angela Spicola Morgan ’67

Spencer Muratides ’06

Alisha Bhadelia Ozmeral ’00

Danielle Reyes ’06

Amy Ruiz ’96

COVER STORY: HOLY NAMES SWIMMING & DIVING TEAM CAPTURES STATE CHAMPIONSHIP WIN

PRESIDENT Kevin P. Whitney kwhitney@holynamestpa.org

CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER John Donohoe jdonohoe@holynamestpa.org

DIRECTOR OF ADVANCEMENT

Molly Duveneck Smith ’88 msmith@holynamestpa.org

ELEMENTARY SCHOOL PRINCIPAL Bridgid Fishman bfishman@holynamestpa.org

HIGH SCHOOL PRINCIPAL Jeane McNamara jmcnamara@holynamestpa.org

DIRECTOR OF MARKETING AND STRATEGIC COMMUNICATIONS

Ellen Madden emadden@holynamestpa.org

CREDITS DESIGN: Sunspired Creative St. Petersburg, Florida

PHOTOS: Alexandra Gerecke ’13 Justin Johnson Kara Manelli

AHN welcomes qualified students without regard to race, religion, or ethnic origin.

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STANDARD OF ACCURACY

The Academy of the Holy Names is committed to providing the most accurate and up-todate information in all its publications. However, as with any human undertaking, unintentional errors may appear. Please contact the Academy of the Holy Names at (813) 839-5371 if there are any factual errors. The Academy will correct these errors in the next publication. We truly appreciate the interests and concerns of our readership and welcome any assistance toward achieving our goal.

Around AHN

1 AWS PRESENTS TO

ENGINEERING CLUB

Professionals from Amazon Web Services (AWS) present a live demonstration to the high school Engineering Club of prototypes to be used in partnership with the PGA Tour. Students test AWS technology that tracks and predicts when “roar-worthy” moments will happen on the golf course.

2 PRE-K GIVES THANKS

Pre-K students take turns sharing what they are thankful for as they lead a heartfelt Thanksgiving Prayer Service for their family members in the Chapel of Blessed Marie Rose Durocher.

3 SISTERS RENEW

VOWS

Sisters representing two congregations — the Sisters of the Holy Names of Jesus and Mary as well as the Sisters, Servants of the Immaculate Heart of Mary — renew their vows. During this annual ceremony, the Sisters recommit their devotion to Mary and their consecration to Jesus Christ.

4 7TH GRADERS INVESTIGATE

POLLUTION

Students in 7th grade participate in a beach cleanup and citizen science project at Tampa Bay Watch. Students collect, filter and analyze local water samples for the presence of plastic and contribute their data to the Florida Microplastic Awareness Project.

5 AHN PARENT SPEAKS TO STUDENTS ON VETERANS DAY

On Veterans Day, Academy parent Lt. Col. Christine Rhyne shares her journey leading to her U.S. Air Force service and educates students about the different branches of the military.

6 8TH GRADERS DESIGN ROLLER COASTERS

Students in 8th grade build small-scale model roller coasters using pipe insulation and marbles, then analyze them using physics principles in a STEM design project.

7 NESTOR SIGNS WITH USF SOCCER

Academy honors senior Linnea Nestor at High School Convocation for committing to play soccer at the University of South Florida.

8 JUNIOR CREATES NONPROFIT TO HELP REFUGEES

Junior Grace Jaye created a nonprofit organization to support displaced youth from Ukraine and other countries. Her “Taste From Home” cookbook is a collection of family recipes passed down and shared with Jaye during her travels around the globe.

9 STUDENTS PARTICIPATE IN TAMPA-LE HAVRE SCHOOL CHALLENGE

French students at the Academy participate in a challenge to help create connections between young English and French learners living in Tampa and Le Havre, France. Through a series of missions, students discover the history, culture, art and people of Tampa’s sister city, Le Havre.

10 STUDENT

RECEIVES PERFORMANCE HONOR

Senior Julia Dean is accepted into the Carnegie Hall Performance Honor Series in New York City, an opportunity for rising young vocalists to perform under master conductors.

ACADEMY WELCOMES JEANE MCNAMARA AS HIGH SCHOOL PRINCIPAL

Jeane McNamara officially joined the AHN family as the principal of the High School. Before accepting the permanent position, McNamara served as an interim principal for several months. She brings 30 years of experience in education, spending her first 14 years as a teacher and the past 16 years as an administrator, notably in the all-girl Catholic school space. She served for 10 years as the director of curriculum and instruction at Villa Maria Academy High School in Malvern, Pennsylvania, and then four years as the president of Little Flower Catholic High School for Girls, an archdiocesan school in northern Philadelphia.

Academy’s high school principal search process was highly selective. Academy searched for someone who is a strong advocate and model of our Catholic faith and SNJM values, experienced in providing instructional and academic leadership, well-versed on the contemporary issues, needs and opportunities of young women, forward-thinking and able to inspire, coach and lead a high-performing faculty and student body, and accessible and able to build strong partnerships between parents and teachers.

“Since starting at the Academy, McNamara has exemplified the essential qualities needed to lead the High School and done a marvelous job learning about and decisively addressing the immediate needs of the students, parents, faculty and programs. In doing so, the AHN Board of Trustees and I believe she has demonstrated tremendous credibility on all fronts of high school operations and will bring stability in leadership for the future,” said Kevin P. Whitney.

McNamara has a shared vision for strengthening our SNJM values, the academic program and the student experience. That vision will be equally informed by the recently announced 2023-2028 strategic plan (see page 12). We are excited to see how all students, faculty and programs in the High School will continue to thrive and strengthen under her leadership.

“I look forward to continuing to embrace the traditions that are signature to the Academy experience while helping lead young women to the fulfillment of their God-given potential as faith-filled, college and career-ready, culturally competent and independent individuals prepared to make a difference in the world,” says McNamara.

Mrs. McNamara and her husband, Bill, have three children, Colin, 27, a pediatrician in the U.S. Navy; Maggie, 24, a bank fraud analyst; and Sean, 19, a freshman at Eastern University in Radnor, Pennsylvania. While separated in miles, they stay close through their love of all things Philadelphia — music, culture, food, and most of all, sports.

Please join us in welcoming Jeane McNamara to the Academy family!

Our world needs strong women of intelligence, grit, action and integrity. AHN is the vessel to produce this marvelous product.

GET TO KNOW JEANE MCNAMARA Q&A

Where are you from?

McNamara: I was born and raised in the Philadelphia suburbs. In my college years, I lived in Washington, D.C., but all of my adult life has been in the Philadelphia area. I don’t think it’s a surprise to anyone that I love Philadelphia sports!

What subjects did you teach?

McNamara: I taught both social studies and English for many years, but my primary specialty is economics — AP Micro and Macro — which I taught for many years.

What are you most excited about at AHN?

McNamara: Coming to AHN with fresh eyes, the added potential is just amazing. The facilities are state of the art and pristinely maintained. The staff is among the most dedicated I have ever met. I love the spirit of the Sisters that is infused through all the work we do.

Q Q Q Q

What’s your vision for the High School?

McNamara: I am very energized to share the gift of an Academy education. I love that, in a faith-centered school, we are committed to developing the potential of the whole child — mind, body, spirit. I am also committed to making our high school staff feel valued and fulfilled.

QWhat’s your favorite thing about Tampa?

McNamara: I love Tampa’s energy. There is always something to do, and to be a 20-minute drive from the beach is a dream come true. I am very fortunate to have so many new places to explore!

QWhat’s your favorite Tampa restaurant?

McNamara: I love Sal’s Bodega down on South Westshore Boulevard, where they have outstanding Cuban sandwiches and empanadas. I also love the Interbay Market. It has amazing breakfast sandwiches and a great deli where everyone knows your name — just like “Cheers!” I love having access to so much great fresh seafood. Big Ray’s Fish Camp on Interbay Boulevard never disappoints.

QWhat is your favorite philosophy, motto, or quote?

McNamara: I lean into the messages from the saints. “Have patience with all things, but first with yourself. Never confuse your mistakes with your value as a human being. You are perfectly valuable, creative, worthwhile person simply because you exist. And no amount of triumphs or tribulations can ever change that.” – St. Francis de Sales

Also, of course, our motto: “To Be, Rather Than To Seem.” This, to me, is a call to action to be women of authenticity and action. Our world needs strong women of intelligence, grit, action and integrity. AHN is the vessel to produce this marvelous product.

Trustee Spotlight: MEET VELEN DIAZ THOMPSON ’83

When asked about her high school years at the Academy of the Holy Names, Velen Diaz Thompson ’83 credited her parents, teachers and the SNJM Sisters for instilling confidence in her life, voice and path to be or do whatever she wanted. Now, as an alumna, a past Holy Names Alumni Association Board member, a parent of an alumna, a Legacy Society member and a Board of Trustees member, she is on a mission to give back to Academy students. To celebrate her 40th class reunion, Thompson is challenging her classmates to help raise one full tuition for an Academy student.

Even at a young age, Velen Thompson had her heart set on attending the Academy. With her older brothers attending Jesuit, she fondly remembers high school events and functions during her middle school years and experiencing the long-standing traditions while meeting other kids her age along the way. “It was part of our family culture. That is where I always saw myself. I knew it was where I wanted to be,” she says.

During her years at the Academy (1979-83), Thompson took full advantage of the opportunities at her fingertips. The 1983 yearbook highlights Thompson as student body president and a member of student

organizations, including the yearbook staff, Christian Life Community Club and National Forensic League — not to mention Holly Court Queen. “The Academy influenced me in a major way. I received a great foundation at AHN that carried me forward in college and other lifelong endeavors.”

Thompson stayed connected to the Academy after graduation and throughout her years at Florida State University. When visiting home in Tampa, she would stop by the Academy to see the teachers and Sisters who were such significant influences in her life, especially Sister Ann Regan, SNJM. She also remembers visiting other teachers, including Mrs. Marietta Crosby, Sister Mary Glavin, SNJM, and Sister Mary Patricia Plumb, SNJM ’55. “I always wanted to stop by and say hello when I was home. It was part of my routine and allowed me to stay connected,” says Thompson.

Eventually, her daughter, Christina, attended and graduated from the Academy in 2016.

“I feel strongly about the importance of faithbased education, and for me specifically, a Catholic faith-based education.” It’s a part of who Thompson is and what grounds her and her family. Thompson and her husband agreed early on to educate their children in a Catholic school. “When you educate the whole person, you’re educating their worth, how they give back and how they think of others. That’s very important to me.”

Today, Thompson is senior vice president, private wealth advisor at Merrill Lynch. She was recently named Forbes Top Women Wealth Advisors Best-In-State 2023 — an incredible accomplishment. She credits the Academy’s faith-based education as a major influence in her career. “It has always given me a sense that God wants for my ‘welfare and not for woe’ (Jeremiah 29:11). I believe things will work out.” For example, in an unexpected conversation with Academy alumnus Michael Valdes ’77, a professional door opened for Thompson to join his team, and she walked through it. “That was 20 years ago, and I’ve never looked back. I’m grateful for Michael and our Academy connection. He gave me a great opportunity at a career I love,” she says.

The 1982-1983 Student Council, led by student body president Velen Diaz, third from left in the front row, gathers for a yearbook photo, circa 1983.

SERVING ON THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES

As time marched on, Thompson consistently shared her time, talent and treasure. When she was 22, she started giving to alumni fundraising appeals and continued through her service on the Holy Names Alumni Association Board. She gave whenever and wherever she could.

Thompson is finishing her second term on the AHN Board of Trustees. “When I was asked to join the board, I was thrilled. I feel blessed to be a part of serving the school. I know the charism, and I believe in the mission completely,” she says.

Working on the AHN Board of Trustees for the past several years, Thompson feels very positive and encouraged about the direction of the school and the newly launched fiveyear strategic plan, Light the Way. “We are affirming the mission of an independent, Catholic education and not wavering on that,” she states.

In addition, her work as a trustee has inspired her sense of purpose. When asked about her experience, she says, “The board is a group of highly talented, very smart, engaged individuals — not only for the

THE CLASS OF 1983’S 40TH REUNION GOAL: RAISE ONE FULL TUITION

As her 40th reunion approaches, Thompson was inspired to bring her classmates together to celebrate the milestone by giving back to the Academy. Together, the Class of 1983 committed to raising one full tuition for an Academy student by June 30.

When asked about the inspiration for this fundraising goal, Thompson shares, “We are at a point in our lives when you think back on what’s important and where you want to give back. Ultimately, we want to inspire a culture of giving and service at the Academy and continue to be a part of its legacy.”

The Class of 1983 kicked off its fundraising campaign with a happy hour event on campus, followed by a letter to classmates encouraging participation. So far, classmates have raised over $11,000 toward their goal.

As we approach Reunion Weekend in June, Thompson is taking it a step further and challenging other reunion classes to come together and consider the gift of fundraising one full tuition. “I look forward to seeing everyone and celebrating our reunion with the Class of 1983.”

Academy but for the world. I’ve learned a lot. Being on the board has tested me in my thoughts and perspectives. It has grounded me even more in my passion for the Academy.”

Her commitment makes an impact on the Academy within our community and beyond its walls. “By giving back to the Academy, I believe I am making the world better because each graduate makes the world better. That is my mission,” says Thompson.

To make a gift to AHN today, please visit holynamestpa.org/give

To establish a fundraising goal with your class: Contact Director of Annual Fund Gigi Cooper ’01 at 813-839-5371, ext. 226, or gcooper@holynamestpa.org

Pasha Meimann ’82, Clara Botero Gough ’83, AHN President Kevin P. Whitney, Velen Diaz Thompson ’83, Mary Jo Cadrecha Polo ’83 and Sidney Curtis ’82 during Reunion Weekend happy hour on June 10, 2022.

The Class of 1983 assembles in front of the school for a traditional Academy arch photo, circa 1983.

Photos provided by Velen Diaz Thompson ’83

LIGHT the WAY

INTRODUCING THE 2023-2028 STRATEGIC PLAN

The visionaries of our past compel us to dream big, explore fearlessly and seek new heights. We have a proud history of graduating young men and women who become models for transforming the world. As the Academy of the Holy Names looks ahead, we are thrilled to present the 2023-2028 Strategic Plan, which will guide and ensure a strong Catholic education for our students while preparing them for the future. The name of our plan, Light the Way, represents the burning light of God’s love with our Catholic faith and SNJM values at the center.

The strategic plan formation started with the examination of our mission statement. In December 2021, the AHN Board of Trustees and leadership team participated in an exercise to review the school’s current mission statement and determine opportunities to enhance it with respect to the needs of our school community. The result is a revised mission statement that affirms who we are and who we strive to be. It is firmly rooted in our heritage and will guide our decisions and actions to serve our community.

The Academy of the Holy Names is a Catholic, independent school founded and guided by the Sisters of the Holy Names of Jesus and Mary. In a faith community of exceptional love, the Academy empowers students to be authentic individuals who, in pursuing their highest academic potential, engage in critical thinking, are inspired by creativity and lead culturally aware, spiritually rich lives.

Additionally, over the past year, we examined eight critical domains and focused on where we have been, where we are now and where we want to go in the future. The process was a highly participative and collaborative effort, where we collected input from the Academy community through surveys, roundtable discussions and conversations. The result is a five-year plan that defines strategic goals and objectives for seven pillars that will inform the next chapter in the Academy’s history and be the basis of our decisions through 2028.

With gratitude and enthusiasm, we are thrilled to share Light the Way with our Academy community. You may view the full plan on our website at holynamestpa.org/strategic-plan. We hope you will partner with us as we work to honor our rich history and strengthen the tradition of excellence that has been the hallmark of an Academy education for over 140 years.

TIMELINE

FEBRUARY 2022

The strategic planning process kicks off; the board ratifies and affirms the mission statement.

MARCH & APRIL 2022

The community survey, focus groups, roundtables and individual interviews are conducted.

WE ARE COMMITTED TO

• Embracing our SNJM Vision, Values and Catholic Faith

• Enhancing Academic Excellence

• Strengthening the Student Experience

• Cultivating a Vibrant, Engaged and Unified School Community

• Ensuring Institutional Sustainability

• Optimizing Facilities and Technology Infrastructure

• Embodying Professional Excellence and Innovation

MAY 2022 Domain chairs review assessments and analyses, write narratives that analyze trends and identify areas for growth and improvement.

NOVEMBER 2022

More than 40 representatives attend a two-day retreat; the strategic direction is outlined with goals and objectives.

STEERING COMMITTEE CHAIRS

Daphne McConnie

Board of Trustees Vice Chair, Past Parent

Paola Schifino

Board of Trustees Member, Past Parent

Kevin P. Whitney Academy of the Holy Names President

DECEMBER 2022

The board ratifies the 2023-2028 strategic plan, Light the Way.

MARCH 2023

Light the Way is shared with the Academy community.

20232028

The Academy executes the five-year strategic plan, Light the Way.

DOMAIN CHAIRS

SNJM VISION & VALUES, CATHOLIC IDENTITY

Sister Ann Regan, SNJM

Greta Dupuy ’97

Alumna, Past Board of Trustees Member

Katie Solomon Holland ’95

Alumna, Parent

ACADEMICS & INSTRUCTIONAL TECHNOLOGY

Olivia Martinez ’10

Alumna

Isaac Ruiz-Carus ’94

Alumnus, Parent

FINANCE

Ed Bulleit

Board of Trustees Member, Past Parent

Kim Dingle

Board of Trustees Member, Past Parent GOVERNANCE

Stephanie Crane Lieb ’99

Alumna, Parent, Past Board of Trustees Member

Jason Woodside ’01

Board of Trustees Member

ADVANCEMENT & COMMUNICATIONS

Doug Bogle

Parent

Martha Minahan

Board of Trustees Member

ENROLLMENT & MARKETING

Steve Matesich

Past Parent

Paola Schifino

Board of Trustees Member, Past Parent

FACILITIES & TECHNOLOGY INFRASTRUCTURE

Ernie Garateix

Board of Trustees Member, Past Parent

Todd Schweitzer

Parent

STUDENT LIFE

Velen Diaz Thompson ’83

Alumna, Board of Trustees Member, Past Parent

Renee Murphy

Parent

We are very proud of our students’ work ethic and desire to create. Skills can always be taught, but the desire to create is essential for every artist! This year’s intermediate and honors art students have impressed us as teachers. We are excited to come to work every day to foster and guide them to reach their artistic goals.

FALL VISUAL ARTS EXHIBIT COLLECTIVE LINEATION

The High School Fall Visual Arts Exhibit “Collective Lineation” was displayed in the Michael and Candace Valdes Gallery from Nov. 15 through Dec. 31, 2022. The gallery was full of the artistic talents of our intermediate and advanced-level visual arts students, featuring darkroom photography, drawings and sculptures. The exhibit showcased foundational skills reintroduced at the start of the year, including the students’ hard work in line, forms, space and value. As part of all projects, our artists had to brainstorm thematic direction in their art-making and research exemplary artists working within the same medium and theme. The fall show was a fantastic teaser to the spring exhibition on display April 18-28.

Melissa Lima, Visual Arts Department Chair

CARDBOARD CONTOUR DRAWING

Using line and shape elements, students created a cardboard contour of a notable person working on an issue the student values. Students researched social justice, human rights and environmental issues to select an area of focus. Their contour drawing aimed to capture the expression and shape of the subject matter and told a narrative about the person or issue.

CONTOUR LINE SELF-PORTRAIT & SYMBOLIC ANIMAL IN WIRE — SCULPTURE

Students in sculpture demonstrated wire manipulation using line and shape elements to create a 3D self-portrait. The project included a final contour outline of the student along with the 3D representation of their drawing made with wire. Building upon the techniques they learned in their self-portraits, students used line, shape, form, texture and space elements to create a 3D sculpture of an animal symbolic to them and their core values and beliefs. The complete project included four separate design sketches to illustrate the symbolic animal in different compositions and a 3D representation of the drawing.

MASKING TAPE SHOE 3D ART HONORS

Using masking tape, 3D Art Honors students recreated their favorite shoe, duplicating every detail. They learned how to manipulate the tape to get the desired result by examining the material’s qualities, limitations and advantages. In addition, the artists connected to their pieces through written expression, being mindful of the feeling they wanted to communicate and how they wanted the viewer to respond to their work.

FORM & CONTOUR 2D ART HONORS

Inspired by experiences or pivotal moments in their lives, students in 2D Art Honors considered line, form, color and figure-ground relationships to create a piece responding to works of art by Cristina Troufa and Matt Wisniewski. Through exploration of various mediums, the designs emphasized the line, texture, value contrast and space elements of art.

PHOTOGRAM PORTRAITS DARKROOM PHOTOGRAPHY

A photogram takes the principles of photography back to basics by using light to paint pictures. Students demonstrated knowledge of the early photographic techniques of photograms by experimenting with shapes, sizes, opacities, textures and reflective light qualities to create an innovative composition with evidence of visual hierarchy. They also learned about silhouettes and using light to create tonal contrast and value to render a self-portrait.

FALL ATHLETICS WRAP-UP

VARSITY VOLLEYBALL

Head Coach: Randy Thomas Assistant Coach: Hannah Smallwood

Varsity volleyball went 22-5 in the fall, capturing the team’s fourth consecutive district championship and winning regions for the fourth year in a row! In the state semifinal match, the team defeated St. Brendan High School in straight sets to advance to the 4A state championship for the first time in 25 years. The team fought hard against Santa Fe High School, succumbing in the fourth set and finishing the season as the 4A state runners-up.

Most Valuable Player: Heidi Crouse ’24

Lady Jaguar Award: Kinsley Warbritton ’23

Coach’s Award: Amanda Moroney ’23

Head Coach: Hannah Smallwood

The JV volleyball team finished its season with a 19-3 record and was crowned champions of the Keswick Christian JV Tournament.

Most Valuable Player: Haynes Melchior ’25

Lady Jaguar Award: Illiana Oates ’25

Coach’s Award: Kierra Leick ’24

CROSS COUNTRY

Head Coach: Ray Rodriguez

The Jaguar cross country team placed 4th at the district championship meet. Sophomores Elizabeth Williamson and Lilly Hund made the all-district team, with Williamson earning the title of district champion and Hund placing 10th. The team advanced to the regional meet, where it finished 5th and earned the right to compete at the 2A state meet, placing 12th out of 32 teams with its best race of the season. Williamson finished 3rd at the state championship and set a new school record of 18:04.

Most Outstanding Runner: Elizabeth Williamson ’25

Most Improved Athlete: Camille Petrarca ’24

Jaguar Spirit Award: Abigail Chudzinski ’23

Coach’s Award: Lilly Hund ’25

GOLF

Head Coach: James Fredericks

After a strong regular season, AHN’s golf team claimed the 2A-District 11 championship. Senior Kaitlin McHugh shot a 79, winning the title of individual district champion, and freshman Maddie Fox placed 2nd. Following an impressive regional performance and placing 4th, the team earned the right to compete at the 2A state finals and finished 10th overall.

Most Outstanding Player: Kaitlin McHugh ’23

Jaguar Spirit Award: Taylor Schweitzer ’23

Coach’s Award: Gwen Martin ’24

Most Improved Player: Luciana Ospina ’26

HOLY NAMES SWIMMING & DIVING TEAM CAPTURES STATE CHAMPIONSHIP WIN

Academy’s swimming & diving team made serious waves — and record-breaking history — during the 2022-2023 season. After three state runner-up trophies (2016-2018), our Jaguars claimed their first state title on Nov. 19 in the FHSAA Class 2A State Championships in Stuart, Florida. The Jaguars’ dominating performance included winning two relays and five individual events, ultimately outpacing the 2nd place team by 98 points. It was clear that this team was hungry for the win and worked hard to finish what it started and bring home the trophy.

“Leading up to states, our team felt a lot of underlying pressure to win, but with that, came a certain excitement we had never felt before then. At the meet, our group of 15 girls came together and used our cohesive and spirited bond to accomplish something we

TEAM ACCOLADES

Assistant

had dreamed about for years,” says senior Kate Petitt.

In the 102-year history of the meet, the Jaguars are the first girls swimming and diving team in Hillsborough County to claim a state championship title. The impressive state victory included seven school records and three All-American consideration swims.

AHN Athletic Director Kevin Vargas shares, “We could not be more proud of these athletes and coaches. They were dominant in each event and made history along the way. Being a part of the first state championship in the sport for AHN and being the first girls program in the history of Hillsborough County to win is something that this group will be bonded by forever.”

In addition to the state title, Head coach Bill Shaffer and junior Brooke Beede  were named Florida Dairy Farmers 2A Coach and Swimmer of the Year. To celebrate the student-athletes and coaching staff, Tampa Mayor Jane Castor honored the team in a ceremony downtown.

When asked about the team’s success this season, Coach Bill Shaffer credits the team’s bond in and out of the pool. “They were hungry for the win and always have each other’s backs through the good and bad, and that’s what it really takes — a strong bond and team effort. The electricity that we’ve built here is second to none.”

Congratulations to the Jaguars for their hard work, dedication and success!

Head Coach Bill Shaffer

Coaches Alexandra Diaz ’13, Chuck Hahn, Kathie McNeil, Ken Wiebeck

Most Valuable Swimmer Brooke Beede ’24

Most Outstanding Swimmer Isabella Dieffenthaller ’25

Most Outstanding Diver Kinsley Link ’23

Most Improved Grace Callahan ’25

Mara Schultz Award Isabel Sayag ’24

ATHLETICS

MEDAL WINNERS & NOTABLE PLACEMENT

1st Place Finish, 200 Freestyle Brooke Beede ’24*

1st Place Finish, 100 Backstroke Brooke Beede ’24*

1st Place Finish, 200 Individual Medley Isabel Sayag ’24**

1st Place Finish, 50 Freestyle Isabella Dieffenthaller ’25**

1st Place Finish, 100 Freestyle Isabella Dieffenthaller ’25*

1st Place Finish, 200 Freestyle Relay Kate Petitt ’23, Lily Rittenhouse ’24, Megan Hyer ’24, Isabella Dieffenthaller ’25

1st Place Finish, 400 Freestyle Relay Isabella Dieffenthaller ’25, Kate Petitt ’23, Isabel Sayag ’24, Brooke Beede ’24**

2nd Place Finish, 200 Medley Relay Brooke Beede ’24, Lily Rittenhouse ’24, Isabel Sayag ’24, Megan Hyer ’24*

3rd Place Finish, 100 Butterfly Isabel Sayag ’24

4th Place Finish, 200 Individual Medley Kate Petitt ’23

5th Place Finish, 100 Butterfly Kate Petitt ’23

6th Place Finish, 100 Backstroke Grace Callahan ’25

4th Place Finish, Diving Kinsley Link ’23

6th Place Finish, Diving Matea Leone ’24

*School Record **School Record & All-American Consideration

The AHN swimming & diving team at the state meet after becoming the first girls team to win a championship in Hillsborough County.

The swimming & diving team receives their state championship rings at the convocation on March 27.

AHN swimming & diving team coaches and Athletics team members Chuck Hahn, Alexandra Diaz ’13, Kathie McNeil, Ken Wiebeck, Bill Shaffer, Kevin Vargas, Ben Miller and Chris Severini.

Signing Day

On the morning of Nov. 9, the gymnasium bleachers were full of enthusiastic Jaguar supporters. Family, friends, teammates, coaches and teachers gathered to celebrate Lauren Brown, Genevieve Chiellini, Mia Fairchild and Kate Petitt at the Academy’s National Signing Day ceremony. The Class of 2023 seniors made it official by signing their National Letters of Intent to continue their impressive athletic careers at the university level. We can’t wait to see their successes on the field and in the swimming pool over the next four years. Go Jags!

This day symbolizes all of the hard work, dedication and effort it has taken for these incredibly talented athletes to have the opportunity to continue their athletic journey at the collegiate level, and it serves as a reminder of all the people that supported them along the way.

Kevin Vargas, Athletic Director

Lacrosse — Vanderbilt University

Softball — Bellarmine University

Lauren Brown

Genevieve Chiellini

Kate Petitt

Swimming — Johns Hopkins University

Mia Fairchild

Soccer — University of South Florida

Why We Give

THE McCRORY FAMILY

Lena Cabrera McCrory ’03 attended the Academy from grades 4-12, and she recalls her years at AHN as some of the most special and memorable of her life. From lifelong friendships and unforgettable experiences, Lena remembers her time at the Academy with fondness and joy. Now, she and her husband, Dylan — an ’03 Jesuit graduate — are fortunate to have their five-year-old son, Davis, in pre-K at the same school she holds so near and dear to her heart. As an alumna and parents to Davis and two-year-old Rhett with a daughter on the way, Lena and Dylan prioritize giving back to the community and the school they love best.

What do you like best about being part of the Academy family?

The Academy family is such a wonderful community. These halls hold a special place in my heart, and it still feels like home when my husband and I walk them. From former teachers greeting me to reminiscing over fond moments, the Academy will always feel like family to me, and now, to our son Davis.

AHN also provides us with many ways to be engaged, both as parents and members of the larger community. As parents, we appreciate our many opportunities to admire our child’s growth and his teachers’ efforts. As part of the Academy community, we can volunteer and participate in various organizations led by parents just like us, right here on campus. The feeling of family is evident the moment you step on campus.

What’s your favorite Academy tradition?

The Academy does a wonderful job upholding many of its traditions. One of my favorite traditions is the 1st graders giving roses to the seniors during the high school graduation. As we eagerly await the arrival of our daughter, I look forward to seeing my daughter continue this beautiful tradition as an Academy Jaguar and future alumna.

Why is giving back important to your family?

There are many reasons giving back is important to our family. We are blessed and fortunate to be able to give to others. Giving back to those in need helps us strengthen our bonds in the community, both within the Academy walls and beyond. We want to instill this culture of giving in our children to help them be empathetic members of society and create their own sense of purpose.

What motivates you to give back to AHN?

The Academy has given me so much throughout my life, and it is an honor to support the institution that molded me into the person I am today. Our gifts to the Academy impact not only our children but future generations, who will benefit from the wonderful things the Academy offers. We are a part of something bigger when we support the Academy. The Academy molds and shapes children to be leaders in the community. There is no limit to where our children can go, and it’s an honor to be able to support that.

What would you say to someone who feels their gift may be too small to make an impact?

There is no such thing as a gift that is too small! Every dollar makes a difference in a student’s life at the Academy. I began giving as an alumna with great pride, and now, Dylan and I are blessed to be able to give back by supporting the Parents Annual Giving campaign. These gifts can support the financial aid awards for students and even something as small as purchasing a class book; both play an instrumental role. As the parent of a pre-K student learning to read, the value of a book is unparalleled. Every gift makes a tremendous impact, and seeing our dollars in action at the Academy gives us great joy.

Lena Cabrera McCrory ’03 and husband Dylan with sons Davis, 5, and Rhett, 2.

... for God loves a cheerful giver and God is able to bless you abundantly, so that in all things at all times, having all that you need, you will abound in every good work.

- 2 Corinthians 9: 6-8

Please consider making your gift to the Academy of the Holy Names today! You may return the enclosed envelope, give online at holynamestpa.org/give, send through Venmo @holynamestpa, or use the QR code for quick access to our giving form. To make a gift of stock, please contact Director of Annual Fund Gigi Cooper ’01 at GCooper@holynamestpa.org or 813-839-5371, ext. 226.

I will be forever grateful for all of you and the gifts you have given this school.

Blessed Marie Rose Society PRESIDENT’S DINNER

Each year, the Academy hosts the Blessed Marie Rose Society President’s Dinner to honor members of the BMR Society for their generosity and dedication to the school. Named for our foundress, Blessed Marie Rose Durocher, the society recognizes contributors of cumulative gifts of $1,500 or more during each fiscal year. Guests gathered in the Michael and Candace Valdes Gallery on the evening of Oct. 6 for cocktail hour and hors d’oeuvres followed by the dinner reception and program on the Lynch Family Stage. Entertainment from the Quarter Notes and a heartfelt speech from Academy senior Raquelle Elson enhanced the celebratory night.

Raquelle shared, “I will be forever grateful for all of you and the gifts you have given this school. Without you, my life would be completely different, and many of the things I have accomplished thus far would only exist in my wildest dreams.” Her words reaffirm our work as a Catholic school founded and guided by the Sisters of the Holy Names of Jesus and Mary.

Members of the Blessed Marie Rose Society enjoy dinner on the Lynch Family Stage.

Michelle Reeves, Jeff Korb, Olivia Ruiz-Carus, Beth Provenzano and John Provenzano enjoy cocktail hour before the event’s dinner.

Guest speaker and Academy senior Raquelle Elson with her parents, Lester Elson and Irene Williams Elson, in the Valdes Gallery.

AHN Board of Trustees member Kim Dingle and husband Phil socialize during cocktail hour.

The Quarter Notes sing to guests in the Bailey Family Center for the Arts.

Leaving a Legacy

By Katie Wyatt Reynolds ’02

Like many of us, the years spent under the oaks on Bayshore Boulevard were some of the most poignant in my life. While I appreciated unique and impactful experiences as much as I could at that age, it took time and maturity to realize how much the teachings and ways of the Academy of the Holy Names were woven into my life. This reason — realized from pure gratitude — is why I chose to include the Academy as a beneficiary of my estate.

Just as the Sisters of the Holy Names’ charism empowers students to develop and share their gifts as Jesus did, I encourage my classmates and fellow alumni to join me in giving back to the school that gave us so much. My sincerest hope is that in this spirit of philanthropy, we will ensure that many young men and women receive with the same opportunity “to be, rather than to seem” on our beautiful campus. Making this this decision for the future is a gift that everyone can afford.

Being a part of the Holy Names Legacy Society means that you have included the Academy in your financial, philanthropic and end-of-life plans. You can simply add the Academy as a retirement account or life insurance policy beneficiary, like I did. You can also provide a specific percentage or a lump sum in your trust, will, or official estate documents. It is never too early to think about planning for the future or teaching your children the importance of philanthropy by sharing your passions and interests through your life and death.

The Academy established the Holy Names Legacy Society to benefit the school’s future needs by providing financial assistance for students, professional development for faculty and staff, and campus improvements. Please consider joining the Holy Names Legacy Society, along with others who place timeless value on an Academy education. To learn how you may join the Holy Names Legacy Society, please visit holynamestpa.org/legacy or contact Patty Power Bohannan ’77, director of major gifts and planned giving, at 813-839-5371, ext. 376.

HOLY NAMES LEGACY SOCIETY MEMBERS

We are pleased to recognize the following members of the Holy Names Legacy Society who hold the Academy and the Sisters of the Holy Names of Jesus and Mary in high regard.

Anonymous (4)

Anonymous (2)*

Diana and Harold Astorquiza

Schezy and Steve Barbas

Patricia Power Bohannan ’77

Victoria “Tori” Boswell ’80*

Beverly Bush ’55

Joe and Claudine Diaz Caballero ’86*

Kalinda Campbell ’00

Mary Jo Campbell ’68†

Dr. Jeannette Campbell Capella ’86

Irma Jean Simpson Doke S’52†

Mary Ann Fontaine S’64

Edmund J. Foody

Richard Gonzmart ’67

Kimberly Valenti Grandoff ’77

Angela Ferrante Guagliardo ’59

Andrea and Michael Hahn

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.

*Newest Members † Deceased

April Shannon McDonald ’90*

Martha Connors Minahan

Angela Spicola Morgan ’67

Terri Costantini Naylor ’68

Dorothy Corfield Norton ’60

Vivien A. Oliva ’63

Katie Wyatt Reynolds ’02*

Hadley and Hector Rivera ’92*

Jan and Anthony Scicchitano

Monica Sierra ’84*

Brian and Molly Duveneck Smith ’88*

Therese “Tracey” Taylor ’89*

Jeffrey and Velen Diaz Thompson ’83*

Patricia Torres ’68

Terre Tulsiak

Dr. Raulniña Uzzle-Harris ’82

Candace and Michael J. Valdes ’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

Isabella Zerrate*

Annual ALUMNI DINNER

On Nov. 10, the Holy Names Alumni Association hosted its annual Alumni Dinner at Palma Ceia Golf and Country Club. Alumni of all ages enjoyed a beautiful evening that featured special recognition; the Class of 1973 celebrating its 50th anniversary and the Class of 1998 celebrating its 25th anniversary. Academy’s vocal ensemble, the Quarter Notes, sang the Academy of the Holy Names and Sacred Heart Academy alma maters, which echoed through the ballroom.

Through the generosity of our alumni, Academy raised $15,945 to benefit the Sister Irene Marie Brunelle Memorial Scholarship, a 57% increase over the previous year’s proceeds. A generous challenge match of $10,000 from an anonymous donor increased the total to $25,945. Senior Isabella Hifko, the 2022-2023 Sister Irene Marie Brunelle Memorial Scholarship recipient, thanked our alumni donors in a heartfelt speech. On behalf of the 38% of Academy students who receive financial aid, Hifko said, “We would not have been able to acquire such an excellent education and spirituality that the Academy has given us. Hopefully, I’ll be able to give back in the future to help Academy students in need of financial assistance.”

Alex Valdes ’09 was honored to introduce her father, Michael Valdes ’77, as Alumnus of the Year. She said, “He is a father, a son, a loving husband, a coach, and a believer and supporter in the Academy’s values and missions. Without his Academy education, Michael would not be the person he is today, valuing faith, hard work, family and giving back to the community.” Michael Valdes graduated from Boys Academy in 1977. He has spent 37 years building a career as a privte wealth management advisor at Merrill Lynch. He has received many accolades, including ranking No. 1 in Florida on the Forbes Best-in-State Wealth Advisors list and No. 16 on the Forbes America’s Top Wealth Advisors list.

Michael served as the “Voice of the Jaguars,” announcing softball games for years before transitioning to coaching the softball team, and he coached the 2021 team to Academy’s first softball state championship win. From attending Boys Academy to being an AHN parent four times and recently coaching the softball team, the Academy has remained a constant in Michael’s life. He says, “The Sisters of the Holy Names of Jesus and Mary taught me the meaning of hard work, sacrifice and perseverance. Helping others and always giving all the glory to God has served as a beacon for which I try to live my life. I am forever grateful for the superior education I received and for the dedication of those who had a significant impact on my life.”

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the special evening with wife Candace, mother Elisa, and daughters Alex ’09, Victoria ’14, Olivia ’17 and Amanda ’11.

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1 Michael Valdes ’77 accepts the Alumnus of the Year Award at Academy’s annual Alumni Dinner in the Palma Ceia Golf and Country Club ballroom.

2 The Quarter Notes sing the AHN and SHA alma maters.

Michael Valdes ’77 shares

4 Current Sister Irene Marie Brunelle Memorial Scholarship recipient and senior Isabella Hifko with her parents, Cecilia and Fred Hifko.

Kaffie Gallmon Wilcoxon ’76, right, enjoys the annual Alumni Dinner with her daughter, Kaffie Latson.

6 Sister Dolores Wehle, SNJM, Sister Lisa Perkowski, IHM, Sister Mary Glavin, SNJM, and Sister Ann Regan, SNJM, receive a yellow rose at the annual Alumni Dinner.

Without his Academy education, Michael would not be the person he is today, valuing faith, hard work, family and giving back to the community.

YOUNG ALUMNIGatherings

In December, the Academy hosted the annual Young Alumni Holiday Happy Hour at American Social in Tampa. Alumni over 21 enjoyed mingling and kicking off the holiday season together!

Sarah Port ’12, Vickie Sierra ’12, Anna Castellano-Tyson ’12, Ciara Alvarez ’12, Charmaine Bondoc ’12, Camilla Golson ’12, Sara Astorquiza ’12 and Meaghan Wehle ’12

ABOVE: Bailey Boesch ’15, Kierstin Mayor Alexander ’15, Molly Rausch ’15 and Caroline Kimbler ’15

RIGHT: Alexa Rodriguez Blackburn ’10, Kara Kilfoile McCullers ’10, Erin Mayor Fogle ’10, Mary Polo del Cueto ’10 and Rosie Posada Muratides ’10

Before returning to college after Christmas break, young alumnae from the classes of 2019-2022 visited the Academy for a luncheon in the Oak Grove. Having recent graduates back on campus and hearing about their college experiences is always fun.

ABOVE: Chris Jennings ’14 and Will Jennings ’09

RIGHT: Connor Diaz ’07, Alex Sierra ’07, Andrew Rodriguez ’07 and Austin Jurado ’07

BACK ROW: Amanda Rogas ’20, Jill Ledown ’22, Sadie Campbell ’22, Maeve Miller ’22, Lucy Dyer ’22, Allie Pramberger ’22, Gaby Bahr ’22, Grace Odmark ’22, Kelsey Barton ’19, Gaby Boyd ’19 and Dominique Deer ’19, FRONT ROW: Andie Rogas ’22, Mikayla Croissant ’22, Laura Caroline Jung ’22, Claire Wong ’22, Elizabeth Menendez ’22, Morgan Garlick ’22, Katie Huddleston ’22, Bella Besece ’22, Riley Kayton ’19, Colleen Duffy ’19 and Robin-Sailor Zander ’19.

BACK ROW: Will Jennings ’09, Emily Pollock ’13, Grace Gonzalez ’13, Cara Millburg ’13, Shannon Taylor ’13, Jane Lazzara ’13, Tori Litschgi ’13 and Alexandra Diaz ’13, FRONT ROW: Alexandra Gerecke ’13, Christina Gerecke ’13, Amanda Schifino ’13 and Cailin Dunne Reina ’13

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ALUMNI UPDATES 1998-2018

2023 ALUMNI EVENTS

BACCALAUREATE MASS

Sunday, May 21

SILVER COFFEE

Monday, May 22

GRADUATION

Tuesday, May 23

REUNION WEEKEND

Friday, June 9, and Sunday, June 11

ALUMNI DINNER

Thursday, Nov. 2

AHN GOLF TOURNAMENT PRESENTED BY THE DADS CLUB

Monday, Nov. 13

For more information on upcoming events, please visit holynamestpa.org/alumni.

2009

 Melissa Cordon Black was elected Hillsborough County Court Judge for Group 14. Before her election, Black worked as an assistant attorney general in the Children’s Legal Services Department and started a family law practice, serving as an attorney for hundreds of Hillsborough County’s youth and foster care children.

2004

 Kamaria Campbell was honored by the Junior League of Chicago with the Starburst Award for her contributions as vice president of technology on the management committee and her work on the strategic planning committee. The JLC describes Campbell as a member who “goes the extra mile despite the number of JLC commitments she already has. If you need a task done and need it done well, this is the woman you call on.”

 Robbie Minton co-authored an economics textbook, “Chicago Price Theory,” that Princeton University Press published in 2019. Minton is in his final year of a joint Ph.D. program in business economics at Harvard Business School.

2015

 Courtney Mastrorio was named Teacher of the Year at Dr. Kiran C. Patel Elementary School. She says, “Being a teacher is surely not an easy job, but it is immensely rewarding. Each day, I try to recognize the little victories and allow God’s grace to work through me, so I can best meet the needs of my students.” Mastrorio also co-leads the Academy’s Alumni Bible Study.

 Julia Prince returned to AHN to speak to high school students at the convocation in November. Prince graduated from Villanova University in 2021 and is a financial consultant with Ernst & Young in New York City. During her speech, Prince shared three lessons the Academy taught her that continue to shape her life after high school: finding comfort in being uncomfortable, the importance of being a team player and the value of friendship.

AHN NEEDS YOU!

The Academy needs class liaisons to:

JOIN US FOR REUNION 2023 Weekend

CLASSES TO CELEBRATE IN 2023:

AHN & SHA 1973 (50 years)

1978 (45 years)

1983 (40 years)

1988 (35 years)

Serve as the bridge between the AHN Advancement Office and classmates.

Share AHN news with classmates, informing them of upcoming events and other AHN happenings.

Encourage classmates to share accomplishments and life updates with the Academy for publications and records.

Liaisons may be the sole representative of their class or share the responsibility.

1993 (30 years)

1998 (25 years)

2003 (20 years)

2008 (15 years)

2013 (10 years)

2018 (5 years)

Please join the Holy Names Alumni Association for Alumni Reunion Weekend! Gatherings for the classes will take place on Friday, June 9, and Sunday, June 11, 2023. The anniversary classes will be honored at the Alumni Homecoming Mass and Brunch on Sunday, June 11.

HAPPY HOUR

Friday, June 9 5:30-7:30 p.m. Second Floor Commons, Bayshore Building

MASS & BRUNCH

Sunday, June 11 10 a.m.

Mass in the Chapel of Blessed Marie Rose Durocher 11:15 a.m.

 Maddie Obregon was cast in the ensemble for the “Christmas Spectacular Starring the Radio City Rockettes.” Obregon participated in an open-call audition with more than 700 dancers performing a variety of combinations and vocal material from the show. After four months, Obregon received a call from none other than Radio City. “I’ll never forget the excitement I felt in that moment. Dreams really do come true!” she said.

To serve as a liaison, please contact Director of Constituent Relations Erin Fogle ’10 at efogle@holynamestpa.org.

Brunch in the Brady Center RSVP for Reunion Weekend below.

 Jessica Cruze ’05 married Ian Hypes on Oct. 22. The wedding party included maid of honor Caroline Kimbler ’15, matron of honor Marissa Guagliardo Sander ’05 and bridesmaid Valerie Vila Obesso ‘05.

Weddings

 Catherine Plesko ’10 married Steven Seibler on Oct. 1. Kelsey Rafols Leon ’10, Olivia Martinez ’10 and Shelby Frantz ’10 were bridesmaids.

 Hannah McNamara ’11 married Brett Kushner on Oct. 22. Maggie McNamara ’14, Jackie Jakubiec ’09 and Morgan Burns ’11 were bridesmaids. Hannah’s mother, Rhonda Fabian McNamara, is a 1983 alumna.

 Alyssa Duet ’12 married Alex Pongratz on Aug. 20 in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Danielle Duet Rother ’09 was matron of honor. Alyssa’s mother, Dawn Duet, is a 1978 alumna.

 Anna Castellano ’12 married Robert Tyson on Oct.10 in Florence, Italy. The wedding party included Camilla Golson ’12, Jacqueline Posada Ulch ’12 and Ciara Alvarez ’12.

 Cailin Dunne ’13 married Martin Reina on March 25 in Sitges, Spain. The wedding party included maid of honor Gillian Dunne ’16 and bridesmaids Alexandra Diaz ’13 and Amanda Schifino ’13.

 Gianna Accardi ’14 married Nathaniel Griffith on July 16 in Lake Como, Italy. Gabriella Accardi ’16, Ava Accardi ’20, Chloe Storch Werner ’14 and Remi Storch ’16 were bridesmaids.

Weddings

 Jennifer Aprile ’14 married Wyatt Easterling on Sept. 3. The wedding party included maid of honor Sydney Sinardi ’14 and bridesmaids Victoria Martinez ’14, Victoria Valdes ’14, Jessica Kandell ’14, Mary-Kate Michalak ’14, Marisa Llorente ’14 and Skyler Sinardi ’16.

 Cassidy Gourley ’14 married Julian Velez on Dec. 17 in the Chapel of Blessed Marie Rose Durocher. Maddie Cassidy ’14, Alana Adams ’14, Miranda Lopez ’14, Hannah Crall Brennan ’14 and Kim Huber ’14 were bridesmaids.

 Gabriella Verdugo ’16 married Carter Pfost on Sept. 3. Camille Yodzis ’16 and Sarah Gonzalez ’16 were bridesmaids.

 Emily Villanueva ’17 married Jacob Johnson on Dec. 3.

Births

 Ali Warren Almendares ’06 and husband Daniel welcomed Tessa Mae on Aug. 30.

 Allie Howell Kessler ’06 and husband Stuart welcomed Sadie Scarlett on Sept. 19.

 Kayleigh McEnany ’06 and husband Sean Gilmartin welcomed Nash Thomas on Nov. 29.

 Frances Jacinto Acosta ’04 and husband Markham welcomed Ivy Simone on June 21.

 Kristen Lubrano Andersen ’05 and husband Tyler welcomed Ada Jo on Aug. 3.

 Amber McCarthy Dorsch ’05 and husband Nicholas welcomed Prim McCarthy on July 7.

 Patrick Alberts ’94 and wife Allie welcomed Sunniva Marie on Aug. 18.

 Alexandra LaPuente Tracy ’02 and husband Matthew welcomed Camila Rose on Nov. 28.

 Abby Krist McEntire ’03 and husband Clay welcomed John Mark on Aug. 12.

Births

 Megan Cardillo Lopez ’08 and husband Ben Lopez ’04 welcomed Emilia Grace on July 22.

 Michelle Gordon Troyer ’08 and husband Nicholas welcomed Luke Gordon on June 14.

 Lizzy Socias Swanson ’06 and husband Eric welcomed Jude Fernando on June 14.

 Brittany Narzissenfeld Erigo ’07 and husband James welcomed Brooklyn Vivian on Sept. 1.

 Carly Steele Johnson ’08 and husband Doug welcomed Walt on July 10.

 Rebecca Marchetti Muire ’06 and husband Jesse welcomed Vada Ophelia on Sept. 12.

 Austin Schonbrun ’06 and wife Kristi welcomed Cooper Bentley on July 27.

Births

 Megan Carey Fuchs ’09 and husband Christian welcomed Fiona Carey on Sept. 9.

 Abby Lopez Alexander ’11 and husband Matthew welcomed Lane Lopez on Aug. 3.

 Caitlin Vaka Haverkamp ’11 and husband Chris welcome Christopher “Kit” Dawson on Aug. 1.

 Cenelia Hoyos Rufrano ’13 and husband Brandon welcomed Santiago Anthony on Sept. 27.

 Angelina Fenton Bartucci ’14 and husband Jose welcomed Euphemia “Mia” on Oct. 9.

 Hannah Crall Brennan ’14 and husband Colin welcomed Rowan James on Oct. 15.

Sincere Sympathy

Elizabeth “Betty” Bell S’48

Larry Bowman, husband of former AHN teacher Sharon Bowman (deceased) and father of Jenny Bowman Hester ’92

Dr. Maria del Pilar Martinez Fernandez, mother of Dr. Maria Fernandez Chahine ’78

William M. Crosby, husband of longtime AHN teacher Marietta Crosby, father of Christopher Crosby ’78, Maribea Crosby ’79, Susan Crosby ’80 and Kathryn Crosby ’89 and grandfather of Alexander Crosby ’11

Patricia “Pat” Shea Cunningham S’56, cousin of Martha Shea S’54, Mary Ann Shea S’60 and Barbara Jean Shea S’62

Robert Dean, father of Katherine Dean ’78

Kristina Fernandez ’03, daughter of Maricela Vizcaino Langelier ’84 and niece of Bryan Vizcaino ’92

Shirley Rich Cotter, mother of Donna Rich Ferrante ’74

Marjorie Garcia, grandmother of Gianna Accardi ’14, Gabriella Accardi ’16, Jason Accardi Jr. ’15 and Ava Accardi ’20

Andrew Garcia, grandson of Mary Martinez Garcia S’56, son of Anastasia Kavoklis Garcia ’81 (deceased), brother of Irene Garcia ’11 and Katherine Garcia ’17, nephew of Michelle Garcia

Gilbert ’78 and cousin of Andrea Castillo

O’Sullivan ’07, Mary Castillo ’09, Selena Castillo ’10, Laura Castillo ’14, Sarah Castillo ’15 and Alexandra Garcia Wilson ’08

Helen Lopez Garvin S’41

AHN 6th grader Payton Lyle, sister of John McCoy ’22 and great-granddaughter of Angela Ferrante Guagliardo ’59

James Patrick Gurley, husband of Gilda Alvarez Gurley  ’68, father of Jaime Gurley Helms ’98 and Justin Gurley ’96 and grandfather of AHN 5th grader Rory Helms

Christopher Hamilton, brother of Austin Hamilton ’21

Ham Hampton, son of AHN teacher Wynette Hampton and brother-in-law of Jana Merkle Hampton ’97

Kathleen A. Hyer, mother of Tara Hyer Tira ’04 and grandmother of Sean Hyer ’19 and AHN junior Megan Hyer

Richard “Dick” Jennings, father of Cheryl Jennings ’87 and Kerry Jennings Ostroski ’94

Marianne Kearney, mother of long-time AHN teacher Maureen Kearney and Marianne Kearney Gonzalez ’80

Aline Martinez, mother of Katherine Martinez ’77 and grandmother of Christina Martinez Wallder ’00, Jennifer Martinez Brown ’02 and Katherine Martinez ’08

Anthony Masiello, father-in-law of current AHN teacher Diane Masiello and grandfather of Bethany Masiello ’22 and AHN junior Christa Masiello

Nicholas “Nick” Matassini, husband of former AHN Board of Trustee member Norma Matassini, father of Nicole Matassini Mintz ’90 and grandfather of Zach Mintz ’18 and Chloe Mintz ’22

Leartis Mayes, mother of Karen Mayes ’82

Rev. Carl Melchior, brother of Lea Melchior ’71, uncle of AHN sophomores Haynes Melchior and Elle Melchior and cousin of Jackie Barron ’87, Shannon Barron Martinez ’92, Lilly Martinez ’19, AHN senior Ellie Martinez and AHN freshman Lauren Martinez

Anne Fernandez Miller S’56

Monica Pardo ’96, sister of Patricia “Patti” Pardo Gomez ’91

Nicole Perrella ’14, granddaughter of AHN teacher Judy Perrella and niece of Jennifer Perrella ’90

Alice Reyes ’60, aunt of Kennedy Wilson ’20

Joyce Hartmann Karpay, sister-in-law of former Board of Trustees Member Cherie Schonbrun and aunt of Amber Schonbrun McDonnell ’01, Alan Schonbrun ’99 and Austin Schonbrun ’06

C. Lawrence “Larry” Stagg, father of Brian Stagg ’76 and Stephen Stagg ’82, fatherin-law of Micky Stagg ’82 and grandfather of Carly Stagg ’14 and Samantha Stagg ’17

Charlotte Walker Tennant, mother of Georgia Tennant Hagelstein ’82

Catherine “Catie” Silverman, daughter of Patrice Weaver ’76

Catherine Anne Whalen ’67, sister of Mary Whalen McMickle ’77 (deceased) and Rosemary “Rose” Whalen Jonson ’80

James W. Clark, father of Kimberly Clark Yarbrough ’86

Marjorie Borden Young ’29

I miss her more than anything, and may she rest in God’s hands.

Alexandra Jacinto, Payton’s friend and classmate

Payton was such a bright light in our lives. She was a fiercely protective and loving friend to Paris — and the loudest cheerleader for all of her friends. The girls will always share a special bond, and we are so grateful for the time we spent with her. We will miss her dearly. We love you, Payton.

Sangita Land, Mother of Paris, Payton’s friend and classmate

Payton didn’t know a stranger. She was a true friend to all, both young children and adults, and her concern for others was genuine and heartfelt. Her passing has left an enormous hole in our community, but Payton’s presence here on Earth has left an impression on all our hearts.

Principal Bridgid Fishman

In Loving Memory

PAYTON LYLE

NOV. 13, 2010 – OCT. 31, 2022

Payton Lyle, one of the Academy’s beloved 6th grade students, passed away on Oct. 31, 2022. As Payton’s obituary reads, “Payton was larger than life and always had a smile to share. She left an everlasting first impression; her energy was infectious and would always light up the room. Her loving, caring and beautiful soul will be missed.”

On Nov. 1, 2022, the Academy community gathered at All-School Mass for the Solemnity of All Saints, where we remembered Payton in the Mass offering. Afterward, Father Chuck Dornquast spoke to the 6th grade class in the Chapel of Blessed Marie Rose Durocher, and classmates shared fond memories of their cherished friend.

In seeking consolation, scripture reminds us that nothing “will separate us from the love of Christ” (Romans 8:35).

Pope Francis echoed that message in speaking on the loss of a child. He said, “Our loved ones have not disappeared into dark nothingness; hope assures us that they are in God’s good and strong hands. Love is stronger than death.”

Payton’s spunky, compassionate and loving spirit will live on in her classmates, teachers and all who had the joy of knowing her.

Remember When?

Silver Coffee dates back to the early 1930s and is one of the Academy’s most beloved traditions. Every year preceding graduation, high school seniors gather with their mothers, alumni and teachers on this special day when they are officially inducted into the Holy Names Alumni Association. During the ceremony, each student signs the HNAA membership book and receives a certificate of alumni status. In this photo, graduates from the Class of 1979 celebrate their accomplishments in style. This year, Silver Coffee and the HNAA Induction Ceremony honoring the Class of 2023 will take place on campus on Monday, May 22.

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