Traditions 2024

TRADITIONS

“This is an exciting time for all Mustangs as we usher in a new era for our students.”

- Nelson Mingachos ’89, IHS Athletic Director

TRADITIONS MAGAZINE

Fall 2024

Head of School

Wendy M. Neil

Dean of Academics

Jennifer Gallo

Dean of Counseling and Student Services

Timothy Nash

Dean of Students

Bill Garvey

Design

Samantha Kohler

Contributing Writers

Kim Begonja, Jeannie (Coleman) Demko ‘88, Theresa Ludanyi, Wendy Neil, Amy Polacko

Contributing Photographers

Kim Begonja, Samantha Kohler, Denise (Henry) Suarez ‘87, RmediA, Robert Taylor Photography, Kevin Skelly

On the Cover:

Mustang Valley has been the heart of Immaculate High School athletics – and now it has a whole new look. Bishop Frank J. Caggiano blessed the school’s new $1.3 million turf field and track complex in September 2023, which was part of a capital campaign honoring Immaculate’s 60th anniversary.

Traditions Magazine is published annually for alumni, parents, parents of alumni and friends of Immaculate High School. Please email address changes to advancement@myimmaculatehs.org or mail to the Office of Advancement, Immaculate High School, 73 Southern Boulevard, Danbury, CT 06810. For more news, read our Mustang Monthly at www.immaculatehs.org/ mustangmonthly.

Immaculate High School is a private, non-profit Catholic college preparatory institution serving students from over 25 communities in Connecticut and New York. Founded in 1962, an Immaculate High School education facilitates the formation of respect, responsibility and reverence by fostering the development of the whole student. Located in Danbury, CT, Immaculate High School is an independent Diocesan-sponsored Catholic high school.

Immaculate High School admits students of any race, creed, national or ethnic origin and handicapped status to all rights, privileges, activities and generally does not discriminate in these areas in the administration of its education policies, scholarship and loan programs, athletic or other school-administered programs.

Photo courtesy of Kevin Skelly

LETTER FROM THE HEAD OF SCHOOL

She has impressed all of us, exhibiting excellent leadership, making thoughtful decisions, anticipating and meeting challenges and communicating effectively. After a thorough process conducted by our search committee, the Board unanimously voted for Ms. Neil’s appointment. Her enthusiasm about Immaculate is contagious–and she is thoroughly committed to an innovative vision for its future.

-Joseph Draper ‘82, Chairperson, IHS Board of Directors

It has been quite a year! I am truly honored to take on the new position of Head of School at Immaculate bestowed on me by the Immaculate High School Board of Directors with the blessing of Diocese of Bridgeport Bishop Frank J. Caggiano.

As many of you know, I had been serving as acting Head of School for the 2023-24 school year, following President Mary R. Maloney’s retirement. I have been an educator for 30 years, teaching in Virginia, Switzerland and here at Immaculate for six years before taking on the role of principal.

My love and passion for our Mustang community runs deep. I am humbled and excited to take on this position at a time when I see so much possibility for Immaculate. Our staff is world class and we have amazing families from over 25 towns in Connecticut and New York. We were once again ranked #1 Catholic Co-Ed Day School in Connecticut and also moved up four spots to become #4 Best Catholic High School in the state (according to Niche). Immaculate was also honored as the #8 Best High School for Athletes.

I plan to build on this success as we look for more ways to innovate, support our students in their development and attract more quality candidates to our school community. As students, parents, friends and alumni in our Immaculate family, I hope you will join me in this endeavor.

Your recognition of how truly special an Immaculate education is–and your ongoing support–make our success possible!

With gratitude,

Wendy M. Neil Head of School

FRENCH EXCHANGE PROGRAM

It’s been a “fantastique” year for some Immaculate students–and French visitors!

It all started when Immaculate French teacher Catherine McDonough met with FideoJoy’s founder, Segolene de Tiliere, in February 2023. The organization is a total immersion Catholic youth exchange program based in Lyon, France. Some of McDonough’s students were interested in the program so three French students came to stay with the respective families of Alina Budzynski ‘26, Daviana Reyes Espinal ‘26 and Bianca Costa ‘26 in October 2023.

Immaculate’s visitors attended IHS during the day, and engaged in activities with their host families outside of school. Thanks to the graciousness of those families, the three French students had an incredible and unique experience!

In June 2024, Daviana, Alina and Bianca had the chance to travel to France to reciprocate the exchange. They each lived in a different area of France so they were fully immersed in the French language and culture by participating in activities with their host families and by attending school for the first part of their stay.

Alina lived in Sartrouville, 10 miles from the center of Paris. Alina went to school each day in Neuilly, on the banks of the Seine River. She got to experience high school and participated in classes in French. The bonus was to freely spend her two-hour lunch break wandering the streets of Paris, eating at local cafes, shopping and visiting all the wonderful sights! “I feel like I am waking up in a movie every morning,” Budzynski said.

Daviana lived in Le Mans, in the Loire region of northwestern France. “I am forever grateful for the opportunity to go stay with my French student and to live in that manner and experience her life. It was truly fascinating,” she said. “I got to familiarize myself with a new culture, country and people I would have never otherwise gotten the chance to know. I got to experience all the tourist attractions in a unique way which I would not have traded for anything”.

Bianca described her experience as “challenging in the beginning, but also incredible.” She lived in Lille, in the northern part of France near the border with Belgium. “Whatever makes you uncomfortable is your biggest opportunity for growth”.

We hope to facilitate more of these incredible exchanges in the future! À bientôt!

Pictured left: 3 French exchange students during their time at Immaculate

Alina and her French exchange host exploring

Daviana having a meal with her exchange family

Daviana & Bianca sightseeing

Bianca at the beach in France

Meet the New Dean of Academics Jennifer Gallo

In June the Immaculate High School Board of Directors announced that Jennifer Gallo has been named Dean of Academics.

As dean, she will develop and support the school’s academic programs and instruction, be an academic coach for the teachers and lead strategic curriculum planning, implementation and tracking including serving as a liaison for both parents and teachers with academic and curriculum questions.

Ms. Gallo holds a bachelor’s degree in education from Iona College plus two master’s degrees from Mercy College/Fordham University—one as a literacy specialist and another in school building leadership.

She has taught at all levels; preschool and elementary school in the Bronx, then middle school at Saint Mary School in Ridgefield, followed by three years at Immaculate High School where she has been teaching history and English.

What she will miss most about being in the classroom is the relationships with the students. “Establishing good working relationships with students is a key element of effective teaching,” she comments.

In her new role she hopes to still be in the classroom some of the time in support of the teachers, assisting with goal setting, relationship building and professional growth as well as sharing good instructional ideas from internal and external sources across the building.

Immaculate faculty have a strong, positive, student-centered culture. I am excited and motivated to step into this new position. Just as we ask our students to come in every day ready to learn and grow, I will approach my new responsibilities with the expectation that I will learn and grow while encouraging and supporting the teachers in their professional development and success.

CIRELLA RETIREMENTS

We say a fond farewell to IT Director Dave Cirella after 12 years of friendly, timely and effective service to the students, faculty and staff of Immaculate High School.

Dave came to Immaculate to help launch the 1:1 iPad program, an initiative begun by then Principal Joe Carmen and President Kathleen Casey. He is responsible for the architecture of the network infrastructure, bolstering it to run a device for each student and faculty member in the school as well as workstations for the administrative staff. Over the years the devices have gone from iPads to laptops and public information screen installations plus an athletics/Hall of Fame electronic kiosk have been added. Through all the growth and change, Dave has ensured that our network is strong and secure, up to handling all the demands our busy community places on it.

LESLIE QUINN

When the Art Department was looking for a new instructor nine years ago, then President Mary Maloney called Leslie Quinn to see if she had ever considered teaching at the high school level. Leslie, an artist who had substitute taught at St. Rose of Lima Elementary School and in the Newtown School District, decided to apply and was hired by Joe Carmen.

Teaching teens is what she has come to love. “I like the give and take of adolescence,” she said. “Also in the high school art studio, one can really teach art, from fundamentals to technique as well as nurture the talents of one’s students.” She tried to keep her classroom an environment where students could come in and destress while they worked – a small break from the intensity of their academics where they could use a different part of their brains –although she did challenge and critique her AP students as they built their portfolios. The flourishing Art Club is another place where many students have benefited from her mentorship.

While at IHS, Dave launched the CyberPatriot Program, coaching teams to participate in the National Youth Cyber Defense Competition, which challenges teams of high school and middle school students to find and fix cybersecurity vulnerabilities in virtual operating systems. The Immaculate team was a four-time Connecticut Regional Champion under his leadership.

Dave also launched and was the initial instructor for a series of computer technology courses, IT Essentials and Networking Essentials, a two-course set, successful completion of which leads to professional certifications – and an elective, Introduction to Cyber Security.

In the athletic sphere, as the boys tennis coach in 2019, he led the team to its first ever appearance in the state championships where they placed third – the pinnacle in school history.

As he leaves, he wants to encourage students to “avoid the drama” and be open and accepting of everybody – respecting their cultures and personal circumstances.

In retirement he will indulge his love of travel, planning a fall trip to Scotland, England, Ireland and Wales, followed by later excursions to New Zealand and Australia as well as Germany. Portugal remains his best loved destination and will doubtlessly be visited many times in the coming years. “I love the culture, the food,” he said. “The cities and towns are beautiful.” In addition, he will be studying many languages with a goal of learning ten. Currently he is able to read Portuguese, German and Spanish.

Leslie appreciates the relationships she has been able to build with the students. She has a special place in her heart for the international students, navigating a foreign country and educational system, far away from home. It is gratifying for her when students take the time to write a letter about the impact she has had on them or return to visit or keep in touch after graduation and through college.

In 2021, Leslie was awarded a Foundations in Education grant which she used to purchase a document camera to be used in instruction, and a free-standing, foldable kiosks to accommodate traveling art shows. Through these shows, the students’ work gets more exposure and so does the school.

As much as Leslie has loved teaching at Immaculate High School, she came to a point this year when she felt that now is the time to move to her next phase of life. Her five sons are grown up, marrying and starting families. She wants to be present to all of them, be helpful and supportive. It is time to be with family.

She shares these words of advice for students,

“Work hard. Take responsibility. Stay close to your grandparents.”

MUSTANGS Outside the Classroom

IT’S ALL CHEMISTRY:

What exactly is elephant toothpaste?

Why do different metals produce different colors when heated? How can you use heat to flatten a can in milliseconds? What is Oobleck made of?

Our AP Chemistry students are always up to something exciting in the lab and this year for the first time ever, our students took their chemistry experiments and knowledge out of Immaculate’s lab and into neighboring middle school classrooms! Stepping into the teacher’s role, they planned and delivered nine exciting science experiments, keeping a whole class of seventh graders engaged at both St. Peter School and St. Gregory the Great School in in Danbury. Each group performed three experiments using slides to explain exactly what happened and why to classes that buzzed with enthusiastic chatter after each demonstration. Our AP Chemistry students went above and beyond by creating engaging and informative lab experiences for the students, truly showcasing their deep understanding of the subject. The confidence and clarity with which the students presented complex topics was truly impressive.

These Mustangs know their geography! IHS students took third place in the Connecticut High School GeoChallenge this year. Our competitors: pictured above: Robert Pattison ‘27, Nick Paris ‘24, William Tucker ‘24, Jacob Saadi ‘26, and Rafi Antonios ‘26, Pictured below: Michael Hatcher ‘24, Jonathan Timmel ‘24, Kevin Bailie ‘24, Marco Dias ‘24, and Geno Ventresca ‘24

Lending the Mayor a Helping Hand! Jacob Saadi ‘26 did an internship in Danbury Mayor Roberto Alves’ office the second semester of this year. He said the most important thing he learned was how cities function and the purpose of local government. Saadi did everything from managing the front desk, to writing letters, to answering phone calls on constituent concerns and hosting the “Ask the Mayor” livestreams. “The internship has definitely opened many doors and ideas for my future,” Saadi said. “It has made me more interested in public service and lawmaking and those could be possible career opportunities I see myself taking.”

Danbury Public Schools celebrated Read Across America this March. Immaculate boys and girls basketball teams, with coaches Mingachos and Rendino, visited Morris Street School to read to the students. They also visited Ellsworth Avenue School to read the children their favorite stories and visit with teachers Kathy Flynn ‘89, Isabella Mingachos ‘16 and Principal Marnie Durkin ‘88. The classrooms were full of excitement as the basketball teams brought their favorite stories to life.

Jen Doherty Leads Campus Ministry With an Open Heart

“Campus Ministry – be a part of something where you can come as you are.”

These simple words of invitation put a spotlight on Jen Doherty’s approach to the Campus Ministry program.

Following Jesus’ example, who met people where they were and showed them that faith is foundational to everyday life, Jen’s mission with Campus Ministry is to help students to make faith foundational not only in their Immaculate experience but throughout their lives. She offers spiritual, service and social opportunities, trusting that, through the grace of God, she is helping students to follow His plan for them.

Service Lifts Up Servers as Well as the Served Service projects this year included participating in the Danbury Regional Hospice color run fundraiser, making lunches for Danbury’s Dorothy Day Hospitality House, making beds at Villa Maria in Stamford for Diocesan Eucharistic pilgrims plus collecting clothing and toiletries and making breakfast for homeless individuals in NYC, the “breakfast run.” On New Year’s Eve and on Easter, Jen was joined by students, parents, alumni and members of her family to serve dinner at Dorothy Day.

Students reap benefits as well as the clients they serve. “The breakfast run was meaningful not only to provide the homeless with food, but also to talk to them and witness their positivity and perseverance. The experience reminded me of how important it is to be charitable in both big and small ways.” said Katie Carrasquillo ’26. “The breakfast run showed me the generosity of the Immaculate community in providing items and personal time. I feel very lucky to have this opportunity right in my high school community.” added Mikayla Hanel ’26.

Providing Spiritual Opportunities

The beauty of attending a Catholic school is the ability to freely gather to praise, thank and seek assistance from God. Jen asks leaders from teams, clubs and honor societies to read and serve at Mass, drawing attention to the value of participating in the faith. Students may also participate or lead at daily Rosary, Eucharistic Adoration, Stations of the Cross, retreats, reconciliation, advent wreath lighting and faith journey reflections. Jen has also started the singing of “Immaculate Mary” after Mass and the Rosary to honor our patroness Mary the Immaculate Conception.

Socializing Builds Community

Our faith is a relationship with God and we are created to live in community with Him and each other. We strengthen our relationship with Jesus and Mary through prayer, and with others by talking and doing things together. Jen plans social events such as serving refreshments after morning services and organizing Campus Ministry group attendance at games and shows.

Looking Ahead

Jen believes that, like Jesus’ apostles, we are ordinary people called to live His plan for us, each evolving differently on our faith journey through opening our hearts to His will. Campus Ministry supports students on their journey. Next year returning members will assume leadership roles in planning and running Campus Ministry activities, welcoming all to grow in their faith.

BRAVE ENGINEERS

Win First Place in CT Six Years in a Row!

The assignment? To create Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS), for wildfire monitoring and mitigation. Immaculate High School’s “Brave Engineers” squad used its innovation and knowledge in the areas of STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) to take first place in the statewide challenge. This means they’ve come out on top six years in a row! This Immaculate STEM squad also earned an Honorable Mention in the RWDC National/International Competition.

Immaculate students created a state-of-the-art drone, the D-23 which was nicknamed “Firefly,” that met all the criteria the RWDC Challenge provided, and in several cases exceeded what was required. The Real World Design Challenge is an annual competition run by public and private partnerships, with the goal of setting a solid foundation for our future STEM workforce. It gives high school students the chance to work on real-world engineering challenges

using professional science and engineering resources in a virtual environment – applying classroom lessons to real-life challenges found in the working world.

“Our Brave Engineers did it again! We are so proud of all the hard work our Immaculate students put into this competition and their passion for STEM shows,” said Jeanine Antonios, Immaculate’s Career and Technology Department Chairperson and the team’s coach. “I’d also like to thank Ruthanne Szumski from Pratt and Whitney Aircraft Engines who served as a mentor for students on this project.”

“We continue to emphasize STEM in our Immaculate curriculum and extracurricular activities because we know it sets our students up for tremendous success in the professional world,” said Head of School Wendy Neil. “Great job Brave Engineers!”

MUSTANGS SET THEIR SIGHTS ON EXCITING CAREERS

For David Mitchell of New Milford, it all started 10 years ago when he stepped onto his first flight.

“Ever since then, I have been fascinated by the concept of aviation and the entire industry that propels it forward,” Mitchell said. “I found many different paths in the industry that interest me, but recently–especially through my academics at Immaculate–I have been called toward one specific path: piloting.”

Mitchell will attend Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University next year, the nation’s only university specializing in aviation and aerospace, on the “Accelerated Private Pilot Track.” He credits his family’s support plus Immaculate High School’s rigorous academics and robust college prep strategy. Mitchell took the school’s Advanced Placement Physics, a course taught in conjunction with the University of Connecticut, and Advanced Placement Statistics, done in partnership with Western Connecticut State University. Both gave him a broader understanding of the aviation field, while offering the opportunity to earn college credit through the University of Connecticut and Western Connecticut State University respectively.

Mitchell’s Immaculate counselor also guided him toward his top four school choices, aided in part by special software and databases, and he applied early to his top pick. He was elated to receive his acceptance to Embry-Riddle in October 2023. “This enabled me to continue stress-free throughout most of my senior year without the hassle of college admissions above my head until May,” he said.

Pictured from LR: Siwei Han ’26, Madison Lowthert ’26, Michael Jimenez ’26, Collin Lowthert ‘24, Ryan Martin ‘26 and Robert Pattison ‘27

Career Day 2024

If you don’t manage your own career, someone else will.

Those were the words of Immaculate’s Career Day keynote speaker, Rob O’Neill ‘91, who is the chief financial officer of Viatris, a global pharmaceutical company. He said he came to Immaculate Friday, April 26 from Pittsburgh because he still cares about the school that helped him achieve success.

“When I went off to Bryant University I felt well prepared, not only educationally but spiritually,” O’Neill told students. “I should probably tell you that your faith and your morals are extremely important. As you go through life and your career, you’re going to be challenged and I’m going to ask you now to consider not compromising on your morals.”

Twenty-one speakers met with students in small groups in Immaculate’s classrooms as part of the annual event. Among them were a civil defense attorney, social worker, registered dietician, IT director, school counselor, financial planner, biotechnology executive, pastry chef, Sikorsky flight operations chief, registered nurse, TV producer, restaurant owner, teacher, author and sales director.

“We are blessed with an incredible alumni community that gives back in so many ways,” said Jeannie (Coleman) Demko ‘88, Director of Alumni and Events. “Our graduates go on to be successful in a variety of careers and we love it when they come back to share advice and the secrets of their success with the Mustangs of today.”

Exposing students to as many career options as possible is one of the key objectives of Immaculate’s Counseling Department, where college prep truly begins on day one. “We have so many students whose curiosity and inspiration were sparked by hearing someone share the details – and journey – of their career,” said Tim Nash, Dean of Counseling. “And we receive great feedback from students on how helpful they find these events.”

Photo L-R: Peter Tragni ‘82, Carl Bailey ‘71, Lauren Brugnatelli ‘15, John Madzula ‘95, Rachel (Marotta) Daddona ‘08, Rob O’Neill ‘91, Karen (O’Connor) Kravec ‘93, Emily (Dakin) Zoller ‘04, Montana (Beutler) Alexander ‘09, Ashley Plumb ‘06, Connor McNerney ‘18, Christiana Pitrelli ‘17 and Joe Taylor ‘17.

MUSTANGS GIVING BACK

Proud is an understatement!

We are beaming for Immaculate sophomore Jacob Murphy and his commitment to our community! We are honored to have such a dedicated young person who represents our spirit of service at IHS. A recent post from Mayor Roberto Alves says it all: “Jacob is an inspiring young man. He has volunteered over 500 hours of community service through local nonprofits such as Jericho Partnership, Dorothy Day and many more, all while playing three sports and maintaining good grades. He stopped by the mayor’s office for what he thought was a food rescue mission. We surprised him with an official mayor’s proclamation and we chatted about all his community service work and his future plans. Jacob gives us all hope for the future.”

Giving Tree ASL: The American Sign Language Club hosted its Giving from The Heart tree this year and our hallway overflowed with baby items. All our amazing donors truly touched our hearts, but more importantly they helped to clothe and take care of some of the neediest babies in our community. May God continue to bless and guide our Immaculate family.

Congratulations to Trilby Cellamare ‘24 for being recognized for her work with Hillside Food Pantry Outreach! She, along with 17 other student organizations from middle schools and high schools around Connecticut, were recognized for their spirit of service to others in their communities. Well done Trilby!

Brigid ‘24 and John ‘26 Connors spent their weekend collecting, sorting and delivering goods for Gretel’s Heart. So many people in need will benefit from their hard work!

She’s the First is one of the most active clubs at Immaculate! In addition to spreading Saint Patrick’s Day cheer messages throughout the school and delivering smiles through candy grams, they collected used books to benefit the Connecticut Institutes for Families, Inc. and raised almost $250 through Candy Gram to benefit charities like Ann’s Place. They also collected personal care products to support local high school students. During the holiday season they put their creative talents to work in decorating a tree for the Festival of Trees at Ann’s Place raising funds to provide comfort, support and resources to people living with cancer.

Stuff the Bus: This year, our National Honor Society worked closely with alumni Paul Hiro, Emil Curran and Mike and Margaret (Midge) Fagan all from the class of ‘68 to “Stuff the Bus.” They collected food items during school lunch periods and collected items within the community on a Saturday. The group delivered the food to Jericho Partnership, which serves at-risk youth in Danbury.

“It’s part of the fabric of who we are at Immaculate. We support students’ personal development-and we give back

in

a huge way.”

- Jen Doherty, Director of Campus & Music Ministry and Fine Arts Department Chair

The IHS Stable not only came up with a great design for this past year’s homecoming shirts but raised an amazing $660 through shirt sales! Funds raised were donated to the American Cancer Society.

Key Club Shoe Boxes: Each year our IHS Key Club celebrates the holiday season by giving back to members within our community that are less fortunate. They wrapped, filled and delivered dozens of shoe boxes stuffed with gifts to Samaritan’s Purse! Operation Christmas Child provides presents to children around the world during the Christmas season.

Chelsea’s Charity, founded by Immaculate freshman Chelsea Phaire, was featured on Nickelodeon in December. Chelsea’s Charity collects and gives art supplies to children in need so that they can creatively express their emotions and overcome challenging times! For more info visit her website at www.chelseascharity.org.

Swinging for a good cause! Our Girls Softball team hit the field to raise money for the Caroline Previdi Foundation. The charity was created in memory of Caroline Previdi, a first grader who was lost in the Sandy Hook Elementary tragedy.

Our Boys Varsity Baseball Team faced off against Bethel High School all in the name of raising funds to support breast cancer awareness. We would like to thank Immaculate parents Kateri and Marc Kenney of Southbury for organizing!

IHS Campus Ministry students and parent volunteers, including parents of alumni, made a trip to New York City on Palm Sunday to distribute clothing and food to the city’s homeless. As part of the Midnight Run Program, clothing, food and toiletries were collected, breakfast sandwiches and oatmeal prepared, bagged lunches packed and off our group went to serve approximately 75 people in need in lower Manhattan.

Eucharistic Procession: On Pentecost Sunday, Campus Ministry and Students for Life spent the afternoon making beds and cleaning bathrooms at the retreat house in Stamford where pilgrims for the Eucharistic procession will be staying! The Eucharistic Procession throughout the Diocese of Bridgeport is an historic invitation to celebrate the gift of the Eucharist in our lives.

Congratulations! Congratulations!

KEVIN BAILIE HONORED AS VALEDICTORIAN

JENNA SAIDMAN HONORED AS SALUTATORIAN

Kevin Bailie of New Fairfield, CT was the Class of 2024’s Valedictorian and Jenna Saidman of Bethel, CT was the Salutatorian. Bailie spoke at the ceremony and told parents, “Your support every single day has helped develop and shape the hearts, minds and souls of the graduates you see before you.”

Valedictorian Kevin Bailie will be attending the University of Notre Dame and earned a first prize $50,000 STEM scholarship from The Angeles T. Arredondo Foundation that will pay his college costs. Bailie will major in biomed engineering with a double major in public health. His goal is to change the way the organ transplant list is handled in the United States, after his own struggle with liver disease at age 14 which almost required him to need a transplant. Bailie also received the George Eastman Leadership Award and the IHS Student Council Officers Award, where he served as president. He played a pivotal role as an attorney on the school’s Mock Trial Team. As the head coach of a T-Ball team, he displayed exceptional leadership skills. Plus, he was one of Immaculate’s Boys Tennis Team captains.

Salutatorian Jenna Saidman will also be attending the University of Notre Dame where she plans to study business. She earned a scholarship from The Angeles T. Arredondo Foundation. Saidman received the Immaculate High School Campus Ministry Senior Leader Award and is also active in Key Club. Saidman was a captain of the Immaculate’s Girls Basketball Team and also volunteered as a counselor at the school’s Mustang Basketball Camp. She is a member of the Writing Club and received the Harvard Prize Book Award and the Bowdoin Book Award for her dedication to learning and intellectual curiosity. Her dedication to community service includes two President’s Volunteer Service Awards of more than 100 hours per year.

WE CONGRATULATE OUR TOP TEN SENIORS!

The remaining seven students rounding out Immaculate’s Top Ten are Rebecca Chory of Danbury who will attend Fairfield University, Ava Fleming of Redding who will attend Georgetown University, Emelia Gibowicz of Danbury who will attend Sacred Heart University, Carly MacKinnon of Danbury who will attend the University of Connecticut, David Mitchell of New Milford who will attend Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, Nicole Radliff of New Fairfield who will attend Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute and Melanie Riggs of Danbury who will attend the University of Florida.

IMMACULATE’S TOP TEN IMMACULATE’S TOP TEN

Student of the Year WILL TUCKER

William Tucker of Danbury was named Immaculate High School’s Student of the Year for the 2023-24 school year. He will be attending Purdue University and was the captain of Immaculate’s Cross Country and Track Team. Tucker received the award for demonstrating a curiosity for learning, school spirit, moral character, kind-heartedness and determination. He earned an Angeles T. Arredondo Foundation STEM scholarship award and the 2023 Cornell Book Award for outstanding academic performance. He also co-founded and was the co-president for the Bee and Quiz Bowl (Geography Club). Tucker is a member of the National Honor Society, National English Honor Society, Rho Kappa Social Studies National Honor Society and made Immaculate’s highest level of honors, Presidential Honors, throughout his high school career. He is one of the school’s Top Ten graduating students.

Nicole Radliff, Emelia Gibowicz, Kevin Bailie, Jenna Saidman, Will Tucker, Carly MacKinnon, David Mitchell, Rebecca Chory, Melanie Riggs and Ava Fleming,

The Classof 2024

CLASS OF 2024 by the numbers

The Immaculate High School graduating Class of 2024 contributed more than 4,306 hours to a school-wide total of 20,304 hours of community service this year. Of the 86 members of the graduation class,

of students who applied to colleges and universities were accepted and were

Students in the Class of 2024

Quinnipiac University

Regis College

Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute

Rhodes College

Rider University

Ringling College of Art and Design

Robert Morris University

Rochester Institute of Technology

Roger Williams University

Rutgers University (Camden)

Rutgers University (New Brunswick)

Sacred Heart University

Saint Joseph’s University

Salve Regina University

Savannah College of Art and Design

Seton Hall University

Siena College

Southern Connecticut State University

Southern New Hampshire University

Springfield College

St. Bonaventure University

St. John’s University

St. Lawrence University

St. Thomas Aquinas College

Stevens Institute of Technology

Stonehill College

Stony Brook University

SUNY at New Paltz

SUNY College at Cortland

SUNY Oneonta

SUNY Polytechnic Institute

Susquehanna University

Syracuse University

Temple University

Texas Christian University

The Ohio State University

The University of Alabama

The University of Tampa

The University of Texas at Austin

The University of Texas at Dallas

Trinity College

Tufts University

Tusculum University

Union College

University of Arizona

University of Arkansas

University of Bridgeport

University of California (Davis)

University of California (Irvine)

University of California (Riverside)

University of California (San Diego)

University of California (Santa Barbara)

University of Colorado (Colorado Springs)

University of Connecticut

University of Dallas

University of Delaware

University of Florida

University of Hartford

University of Hawaii at Manoa

University of Illinois at UrbanaChampaign

University of Maryland (College Park)

University of Massachusetts (Amherst)

University of Massachusetts (Boston)

University of Massachusetts

(Dartmouth)

University of Massachusetts (Lowell)

University of Memphis

University of Miami

University of Mississippi

University of New England

University of New Hampshire (Main Campus)

University of New Haven

University of North Carolina at Charlotte

University of North Dakota

University of Northern Colorado

University of Notre Dame

University of Oklahoma

University of Pittsburgh (Pittsburgh)

University of Rhode Island

University of Richmond

University of Rochester

University of Saint Joseph

University of Scranton

University of South Carolina

University of South Florida (Main

Campus)

University of Southern Maine

University of Utah

University of Vermont

University of Virginia (Main Campus)

University of Washington (Seattle Campus)

Vermont State University

Villanova University

Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University

Wake Forest University

Washington College

Wentworth Institute of Technology

Wesleyan University

Western Connecticut State University

Western Michigan University

Western New England University

Westminster College

Wilkes University

Wingate University

Worcester Polytechnic Institute

Xavier University

28 Total Scholarships, Grants and Merit Awards College Acceptance Rate 100% College Acceptances 210

17,244 Service Hours over 4 years

Bold type indicates the college/university that members of the Class of 2023 have chosen to attend this fall!

Seaside Story

Immaculate’s production of Disney’s The Little Mermaid delighted sold out audiences at Edmond Town Hall, Newtown. It is the story of Ariel, a young, headstrong princess of the seas who wishes to establish herself in the world of humans. Aside from the natural opposition of her father Triton, she encounters difficulties stemming from her own impetuous decision to accept the aid of her father’s sister and enemy, Ursula. Friends come to the rescue, lessons are learned, hidden histories are revealed and understandings are reached.

The show was a feast for the senses combining awesome voices, dazzling dancing and a kaleidoscope of resplendent costuming and sets. Staging a familiar story, seen almost ubiquitously by today’s youth can pose a challenge to provide something that feels fresh while delivering the well-known scenes. Our cast and crew accomplished it with confidence, humor and flash.

BEST COMIC MALE PERFORMANCE IN A MUSICAL:

Immaculate High School: Neil Sarkar as Sebastian in Disney’s The Little Mermaid

BEST COMIC FEMALE PERFORMANCE IN A MUSICAL:

Immaculate High School: Maddy Janik as Flounder in Disney’s The Little Mermaid

BEST DANCING: WINNER

Immaculate High School: Disney’s The Little Mermaid

BEST CHORUS:

Immaculate High School: Disney’s The Little Mermaid

BEST PERFORMANCE BY A SUPPORTING ACTRESS IN A MUSICAL: Immaculate High School: Olivia Scherer as Ursula in Disney’s The Little Mermaid

BEST PERFORMANCE BY A LEADING ACTOR IN A CONTEMPORARY MUSICAL:

Immaculate High School: Maximillian Fleming as Prince Eric in Disney’s The Little Mermaid

BEST PERFORMANCE BY A LEADING ACTRESS IN A CONTEMPORARY MUSICAL

Immaculate High School: Olivia Chila as Ariel in Disney’s The Little Mermaid

BEST CONTEMPORARY MUSICAL: Immaculate High School: Disney’s The Little Mermaid

UP & COMING HALO AWARD: WINNER

Immaculate High School: Olivia Scherer, recognized for her exceptional vocal control in the roll of Ursula in The Little Mermaid.

SEVEN ANGELS HALO AWARD NOMINATIONS & WINNERS

It’s Not the Destination, It’s the Journey

The Drama Club presentation of The Miraculous Journey of Edward Tulane introduced audiences to a vain, self-involved china rabbit living a pampered life, in a well-to-do family, doted on by a little girl named Abilene. Edward’s life is comfortable until it is not, when he is separated from Abilene and passes, over many years, through one new situation after another, bringing him into contact with a variety of people struggling against loneliness, cruelty, poverty, illness and grief. These experiences touch his heart as he learns about loss and recovery, kindness and compassion; his physical journey becoming the catalyst for a personal journey away from his selfish and conceited past.

The excellent and heartfelt character portrayals by our student actors brought audiences along on the journey, causing many an empathetic tear to be shed first in compassion for those suffering and then relief seeing Edward’s personal growth. These actors accomplished challenging material exceedingly well, edifying and entertaining all in the room.

Students performed in the National Symphonic Chorus’ “I Choose Love” show on March 12. Immaculate’s Inspire Choir performed alongside students from the University of Connecticut, Wagner College, the University at Albany and a high school chamber choir from New Jersey.

SEVEN ANGELS HALO AWARD NOMINATIONS & WINNERS :

BEST CONTEMPORARY PLAY:

Immaculate High School: The Miraculous Journey of Edward Tulane

BEST MALE STANDOUT PERFORMANCE IN AN ENSEMBLE PRODUCTION: WINNER

Immaculate High School: Spencer O’Rourke as Edward Tulane in The Miraculous Journey of Edward Tulane

BEST INCIDENTAL OR ORIGINAL MUSIC IN A PLAY: WINNER

Immaculate High School: Abigail Ransley for The Miraculous Journey of Edward Tulane

BEST PERFORMANCE BY A CAST IN AN ENSEMBLE PRODUCTION:

Immaculate High School: The Miraculous Journey of Edward Tulane

“The experience working with this level of music and musicians has absolutely transformed our high school singers,” said Fine Arts Department Chair Jen Doherty. “The conductors urged students to not just impress the audience, but inspire them through music to choose love and be a catalyst for change in our world. Our choir members were moved by the music as well and told me they got goosebumps while performing.”

Doherty credits a generous donation from her fifth grade drama teacher, Mr. Dean Smith, and the support of several other individuals for making the trip to New York City possible for all 20 students who attended. The idea began in the fall when Doherty submitted recordings of Immaculate’s Inspire Choir performing the previous spring. She was thrilled to receive the news that the choir made the cut and they started learning the music in early January.

“You know the old adage: How do you get to Carnegie Hall? And the answer is practice, practice, practice,” Doherty said. “Our students spent Sunday through Tuesday perfecting the music with the entire ensemble in New York - plus put in lots of practice beforehand. I am so proud of them!”

Immaculate’s Inspire Choir took the stage at Carnegie Hall in New York City!

Congratulations to Sarah Caruso ‘25 who won second place in the Danbury Cultural Commission’s short story contest for her story, “The Sinking and Final Beat of Life.” Congratulations also to Parker Chieffalo ‘24 who won Honorable Mention for her short story “untitled.” You can read both on our LinkedIn page.

our LinkedIN page.

Our Inspire Choir shared Christmas cheer with residents of St. John Paul II nursing home with a stop at Ridgefield Crossings to sing with the residents there! These young people are putting Immaculate on the map with their joy, laughter and spirit! Our Inspire Choir and Junior Inspire Choir joined forces to spread Christmas cheer at the Danbury Mall, The junior choir is made up of students from the following schools: St. Joseph in Danbury, St. Rose of Lima in Newtown and St. Mary in Ridgefield.

A HUGE congratulations to Jaelynn Melchor ‘27, winner of the Division Local Level for the Ladies Ancient Order of Hibernians, for her brilliant essay in which she was asked to “identify a woman who became involved in the Irish independence movement and/or freed the north from British colonialism”. Jaelynn’s submission took an interesting look at the importance and the sacrifice that these women made and continue to make on behalf of the movement.

Music isn’t just background noise in Immaculate; it’s a vibrant thread woven into the fabric of our high school experience. Whether it’s the impromptu performances in our Dining Hall or our electrifying musicals, music provides the soundtrack to many of our most memorable activities. It energizes our school spirit and creates a sense of community. It’s more than just entertainment; it’s a platform for expression, collaboration and fostering a shared love for the beauty of sound. In March we celebrate Music in our Schools with activities each week geared toward celebrating this love of all things music. We enjoyed Music in Our Schools with Dining Hall shows, Jukebox Lunch Fridays, Mystery Singers Mondays, Music Trivia Tuesdays and Little Mermaid mini performances (at Immaculate and out in the community)!

THE CONNECTICUT ASSOCIATION OF SCHOOLS

annually honors two outstanding seniors who excel in the fine arts. This year’s awardees were Jonathan Timmel ‘24 and Meghan Kearns ‘24.

SPORTSMustang

BBDI: ICE HOCKEY

Congratulations to our BBDI ice hockey co-op team IceCats on their big win against New Milford to secure the SWC Championship. In a bittersweet end to a great hockey season at Quinnipiac, the IceCats battled hard, left it all on the ice and made it to the state championship – a monumental accomplishment. Their loss doesn’t diminish the incredible journey they’ve been on together. They’ve inspired us with their dedication, teamwork and sheer grit. True Mustangs! We thank our seniors for their leadership this season: Aidan Henn #22, Ryan Colwell #20, Stephen Balzano #9 and Sean Keenan #35. The BBDI IceCats team was also selected as Connecticut High School Coaches Association (CHSCA) team of the year! This is a huge accomplishment and a true testament to all their hard work and dedication on the ice. Here’s to a fantastic season and well-deserved recognition!

BOYS CROSS COUNTRY ARE STATE CHAMPS FOR SECOND YEAR!

BOYS CROSS COUNTRY

Our Cross Country Team won the 2023 Class S Boys Cross Country Championship with sophomore Lorenzo Lopes winning the CIAC Class S Boys Cross Country title at Wickham Park in 16:49! Earlier in the season in the SWC Championship, the team finished third with four runners in the top 24: Lorenzo Lopes, 16:28.6, Seamus Downey, 17:41.4; 15, Samuel Allen, 17:59.0; 19, Hunter Brown, 18:05.0; 23.

IMMACULATE HIGH SCHOOL RECEIVES

“SPORTSMANSHIP SUPERHERO”

AWARD

The Connecticut Interscholastic Athletic Conference (CIAC) awarded Immaculate High School a “Sportsmanship Superhero” honor at its High School Sportsmanship Conference October 3. Athletic Director Nelson Mingachos accepted the award on behalf of the school at the Aqua Turf Club event in Plantsville.

ATI FOOTBALL

Our ATI Varsity Football Team was recognized as 2023 Connecticut Technical Conference Champions making it to the 2023 Semifinals in The CIAC State Championship Tournament. ATI is the co-op team combining Abbott Tech and Immaculate High School. Congrats to the team for all of their hard work, grit and determination throughout the season!

The CIAC honored Immaculate as a Fred Balsamo Sportsmanship Award recipient for founding a “Class Act Council” which will adhere to and promote principles of good sportsmanship. Balsamo was a longtime athletic director and executive director of CIAC.

“We are humbled by this award and greatly appreciative,” said Mingachos, who was promoted to athletic director in 2019 and is an Immaculate alumnus. “But much of this credit goes to an amazing team of coaches, to our faculty and staff who support athletics and, of course, to our Mustangs who make my job fun!”

ATHLETIC AWARDS

CIAC eSports:

Our Mario Kart team, under the tutelage of Coach Dave Quesnell, had a 7-1 regular season record and were the two seed in the State Tournament, making it to the semifinals. Our Super Smash Brothers team had a 5-3 record and were the sixteenth seed in the tournament. In the Eastern Region Madden NFL Solos, Michael Hatcher ‘24 had a regular season record of 6-2. And in the Northeastern Region Splatoon 3, our team’s regular season record was 5-3 and they were the 12 seed of 16.

Congratulations to our eSports All State Champion Ryan Beverly ‘26 Ryan has proven his mastery in drifting and power-up usage, both essential to excelling in Mario Kart! Congrats and we can’t wait to watch your progress next season!

Desmond

had his first hole-in-one during an

September.

BRENAN MCCABE ‘26 - 12TH FASTEST SOPHOMOREOR-YOUNGER NATIONALLY IN THE 400M

(This includes all official performances by all athletes 10th grade or under in all meets in the country between the beginning of April and the end of June.)

Some of his other accomplishments include:

Indoor:

- School Record in 200m, 300m, and 400m

- South West Conference Champion in 300m

- South West Conference Championship Meet Record in 300m

- All-New England

- National Qualifier in the 400m

Outdoor:

- Part of school record 4x100m, 800m SMR, and 4x200m teams

- School records in the 200m and 400m

- All-Time SWC (Conference) records in the 200m and 400m

- South West Conference Meet Record in the 400m

- State Champion in the 200m and 400m

- All-State

- 13th Fastest 400m in State History at State Open

- New England Runner-Up in the 400m

- All-New England

- National Qualifier in the 200m and 400m

The Scholar-Athlete Program annually recognizes two high school seniors from each member high school whose academic and athletic careers have been exemplary, whose personal standards and achievements are a model to others and who possess high levels of integrity, self-discipline and courage. The winners this year were Leanna DeSousa ‘24 & Will Tucker ‘24.

Bremner ‘27

IHS varsity golf match in

Desmond is pictured on the left with his playing partner Aiden Henn ‘24, senior team captain.

CT Interscholastic Athletic Conference SCHOLAR ATHLETE

BREAKING RECORDS

*Note: All records are based on the data that we have. Information from the early 2000s and before is incomplete, so it is always possible that there are faster times that we have no record of.

TRACK

• Boys 4x200m relay school record; Geno Ventresca ‘24, Nick Paris ‘24, Colin Dickinson ‘25 and Brenan McCabe ‘26

• Girls 4x200m relay school record; Margaret Sommer ‘26, Olivia Krause ‘25, Hailee Biros ‘26 and Nicole Merritt ‘25

• Boys 400m SWC record; Brenan McCabe’26

• Boys 4x100m school record Abiel Morales ‘25, Geno Ventresca ‘24, Nick Paris ‘24 and Brenan McCabe ‘26

• Pole Vault school record; Mikayla Hanel ‘26

• Boys 800m SMR record; Geno Ventresca, Colin Dickinson, Nick Paris and Geno Ventresca.

INDOOR TRACK

• Boys 200m school record; Brenan McCabe ‘26

• Girls 200m school record; Nicole Merrit ‘25

• Boy freshman two mile record; Owen Matte ‘27

• Boys 300m school record; Brenan McCabe ‘26

• Boys two mile school record; Lorenzo Lopes ‘26

Note: The 3200m record is still held by the great Joe Mohn ’02, but the record for the full two mile is counted separately.

South West Conference

SPORTSMANSHIP AWARD

Carly MacKinnon ‘24 and Nick Paris ‘24 received the SWC Sportsmanship Award for excelling in academics and athletics and “exhibiting outstanding leadership qualities in their school and community.”

Girls Varsity Field Hockey Team celebrated 200 wins for their Coach Shannon Horosky. “I have been with Coach Shannon for three years and she has been instrumental in creating a winning culture and living up to our Immaculate values,” said Deirdre Dwyer ‘25 of Bridgewater, who is captain of the Girls Field Hockey Team.

Congratulations to Lorenzo Lopes ‘26 who broke the school record in the 2k steeple chase and finished 4th at the state open where he broke his own previous PR!

Congratulations to Leah Ghosh ‘24 recipient of the 2023 FFXP Scholarship Award given by Fitness Fury X-perience LLC, a mobile gym based out of Waterbury, CT. The awards are given out to students who are interested in nursing, coaching and sports related academics.

OUR ALUMNI ARE SIMPLY THE BEST!

Jim Coffey ‘83 donated a virtually new recumbent bike to our fitness center. Fellow alumnus Will Gregory ‘83 helped deliver the bike. Jim shared, “IHS meant so much to our family.”

Signing Day Signing Day

“We are incredibly proud of our student-athletes and know this recognition comes after four years of dedication to their sports and their academics,” said Immaculate Athletic Director Nelson Mingachos. “This year, Niche ranked Immaculate the #8 Best High School for Athletes in Connecticut because we are committed to offering competitive sports programs that develop well-rounded students.”

CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR DIVISION 1 ATHLETES FOR THEIR COMMITMENTS ON NATIONAL SIGNING DAY!

Congratulations to our Division 2 and Division 3 athletes!

AVA AMATULLI Caldwell University Soccer

JUAN AREVALO Johnson & Wales University Soccer

GABRIELLE YAMOAH Carnegie Mellon University Softball

THOMAS PILLA Albertus Magnus College Baseball

TYLER FAHEY Trinity College Baseball

SEAMUS DOWNEY Franklin & Marshall College Cross Country and Track

JAMES DOERING Wilkes University Football

ROBERT ANTON Albertus Magnus College Baseball

TOMMY CONLEY St. John’s University Baseball

CAITLYN MASCETTA Sacred Heart University Cross Country & Track

HUNTER BROWN University of Mount Saint Mary’s Track & Field

MUSTANG SPIRIT the stable

Mother Nature may have tried to rain on our parade, but couldn’t hold back the Immaculate spirit! Despite a date change and a venue change, the sun emerged on October 19 for a fantastic day of golf at Richter Park. Alumni, parents, faculty, staff and many friends of Immaculate came together to enjoy the camaraderie and the breathtaking fall colors ablaze on the course.

Thank you to our sponsors, volunteers, participants and all those who supported the tournament. A special thank you to our Golf Co-Chairs, Sal Chieffalo ‘81 and Scott Mitchell ‘81, who selflessly gave of their time and energy to make this annual event such a success. We were blessed again this year with the generosity of our Immaculate family and are so grateful for everyone’s support.

GOLF OUTING SPONSORS

CONGRATULATIONS TO THIS YEAR’S WINNERS!

1st Gross Team:

• Jim Keckeisen, Jason LaReau ‘94, Trevor Reed, Ben Sergi ‘94 1st Net:

• Ed Durkin ‘72, Art Haddad, Bill LaVelle, Bob Van Houten ‘72 2nd Net:

• Dom Chieffalo, Sal Chieffalo ‘81, Marty Lynch ‘79, Scott Mitchell ‘81 3rd Net:

• Mike Conte ‘04 , Anthony Conte ‘01, Zach Long ‘04, Kerry Palmer ‘04 1st Gross Women:

• Beth Botta, Debbie Burke ‘79, Marianne Mitchell ‘81, Jennifer Lynch ‘79

Closest To Pin:

• Mark Chory, Chris Henn, Ron Struski, Jim Keckeisen Longest Drive:

• Men: Sal Lombardi

• Women: Veronica Vawter Putting Contest:

• Chris Coyle ‘82

We are so grateful for our sponsors and participants. YOUR support makes a difference for the students at Immaculate. The tournament raised $52,000 this year.

GOLD SPONSOR: Imperial Electronic Assembly, Inc.

SILVER SPONSORS: Beautiful News Christian Books & Gifts Earthmovers, Inc. The Gerwien Family

Marble & Granite Creations

Newtown Savings Bank Pana Roofing, Inc.

Roger Electric, Inc.

Saint Rose of Lima Church

GOLF GIVE AWAY

SPONSOR:

Savings Bank of Danbury

CART SPONSORS: Mittler, Mercaldo & Braun, P.C.

Westchester Modular Homes, Inc.

DINNER SPONSORS: Joseph Draper ‘82 Stephen and Sunday Piccolo

GOLF BALL SPONSOR: Mastercard

CIGAR SPONSOR: Rizzo Companies, Inc.

COCKTAIL SPONSORS: Dennis ‘83 & Julianne Fulling Greg Kerl ‘82

LUNCH SPONSOR: Wilshire Real Estate Advisors, LLC

BEVERAGE CART SPONSORS: Collins Hannafin, P.C. NY-Conn Corporation

HOLE IN ONE SPONSOR: Preferred Maintenance, Inc.

COURSE SNACK SPONSOR: The Bellone Family

AUTOMOBILE HOLE IN ONE SPONSOR: Wetmore’s Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram

PIN FLAG & TEE

SPONSORS: Del-Tron Precision, Inc. Innovative CPA Group, LLC

Mediassociates, Inc. NY-Conn Corporation

TEE SPONSORS: Advantage Realty, Inc. Caraluzzi’s Markets

The Chieffalo Family

Joseph Draper ‘82

Daniel P, Jowdy, Treasurer -

City of Danbury

Hollandia Nurseries, LLC

Jowdy-Kane Funeral Home

Kane Funeral Home

K-Man Glass Corporation

McGoldrick & McGoldrick

McKenna Orthodontics

Mono-Crete Step, LLC

Saint Joseph Church of Danbury

Silent Watchman Security Services

The Spahn Family

Van Houten & Company, LLC

PIN FLAG SPONSORS:

A & J Construction

Elmer’s Diner

Bob & Barbara (Pawlisak)

Mahoney ‘72 & ‘70

Thank You!

For Celebrating Immaculate’s 19th Annual Gala!

Thank you to everyone who made Immaculate’s Blue & White Gala a wonderful success! It was a truly special evening filled with the talent of our incredible students, delicious food, lively dancing, exciting raffles and auctions and most importantly, the friendship and camaraderie of our Immaculate community.

With over 200 guests joining us in person and even more participating virtually in the silent auction, we were able to raise significant funds that will directly benefit all the students at Immaculate High School. Your continued kindness and generosity will have a lasting impact on their educational experience.

Congratulations to our two honorees Bernard E. Reidy ‘89 recipient of the Nancy K. Dolan Leadership Award, and Anthony F. Giobbi who was honored with the Lifetime Achievement Award. We truly appreciate your years of dedication, service and commitment to Immaculate High School and your communities.

Special thanks to our gala co-chairs, Lisa Ghosh and Andrea Rendo, for your tireless leadership and to Tom Pesce ‘99 for your energy and enthusiasm as this year’s gala auctioneer. Congratulations to Kim Valentini who was the winner of the $10,000 cash raffle prize! We are deeply appreciative of the support received from all of our sponsors, donors, attendees and volunteers.

GOLD SPONSORS

Albert J. Salame Family

Savings Bank of Danbury

The Spahn Family

Westchester Modular Homes, Inc.

SILVER SPONSORS

Bank of America

CironeFriedberg LLP, CPA’s

Dennis ‘83 & Julianne Fulling

Tony & Barbara Giobbi

Marble & Granite Creations New Milford

Newtown Savings Bank

Joe & Cathy (Gerwien) ‘76 Pinto WCSU Foundation

MOBILE BIDDING SPONSOR

Joseph Draper ‘82

COCKTAIL SPONSORS

Joseph Draper ‘82

Edward Tonnessen

CENTERPIECE SPONSORS

Bob ‘73 & Joyce BotelhoVictorian Associates, LLC

Joseph Draper ‘82 Union Savings Bank

DINNER SPONSORS

Claris Design Build

Dr. & Mrs. Frederick Kayal NY-Conn Corporation

Stephen & Sunday Piccolo

DJ SPONSOR

Gene ‘88 & Lindsay Previdi

DESSERT SPONSORS

Caraluzzi’s Markets

Chris & Kathleen Casey Foundations in Education McKenna Orthodontics

LIGHTING SPONSORS

F&M Electrical Supply Lighting Showroom

The Reitz Family

GAME PRIZE SPONSORS

McKenney Mechanical Contractors, Inc.

Saint Rose of Lima School

PHOTO BOOTH SPONSORS

Diversified Printing Solutions

Preferred Maintenance, Inc.

Regional Hospice & Home Care of Western CT, Inc.

Ultimate Limousine Service LLC

Top Left: Maureen & Bernard E. Reidy ‘89

Above: Anthony F. Giobbi

Left: Tom Pesce ‘99

Below: Gala alumni attendees

A Lasting Legacy...

ROBERT E. GERWIEN, SR. SCHOLARSHIP ENDOWMENT FUND

“I want Immaculate to be here forever and for its doors to remain open to all who wish to enter.”

- Bob Gerwien, Sr.

He served 35 years at Immaculate as a teacher, coach and principal. And, during that time, Bob Gerwien, Sr. touched countless lives. He believes wholeheartedly in Immaculate’s mission and that’s why we established the Robert E. Gerwien, Sr. Scholarship

Help us keep his dream alive! We want to share the stories of some special donors who are just as committed to preserving Immaculate’s legacy as Bob Gerwien, Sr. is himself. A huge thank you to them! If you’re interested in establishing a scholarship, please contact wneil@ myimmaculatehs. org. We look forward to featuring many more named scholarships in the years to come!

Gifts of any amount and named scholarship gifts to the endowment are welcome. Naming a scholarship allows you and your family to leave a lasting legacy at Immaculate High School. The minimum donor level to establish a named scholarship is $25,000.

PAUL COLEMAN ‘74 will never forget the day he met Joe Canestrari ‘74.

They were 12 years old, playing basketball at the Danbury War Memorial. A few years later, they both entered Immaculate High School, sat together in the same homeroom, had lockers side by side and ignited a friendship that would last over half a century.

“How do I encapsulate a 56-year relationship?” Coleman asked. “I’m still working on how to describe it.”

One thing he does know: Joe Canestrari was extraordinary. “Even as a young kid he had his principles,” Coleman said. “I like to tell people he was a jock who wasn’t scared of being a nerd–a heck of a football player, and a great baseball player. He was an outstanding student but he didn’t toot his own horn much. He had a great sense of humor, was a tremendously loyal person and if you needed his help…well, you got it.”

When Canestrari passed away from pancreatic cancer, Coleman started thinking about how he could honor his old friend–and decided on an Immaculate scholarship in his name. Canestrari was a retired Air Force colonel, leader in the field of physical therapy, a professor, avid fisherman, father and grandfather.

The first scholarship will be awarded to a student entering their sophomore year who is on the Honor Roll, must participate in sports or an extracurricular activity and be a positive member of his or her class. “We’re helping out a young person who’s aspiring to have a good adult life like Joe,” Coleman said.

JOSEPH CANESTRARI MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP

Pictured above Joe Canestrari pictured right Paul Coleman

HENRY FAMILY SCHOLARSHIP

CAROL HENRY may not have attended Immaculate herself–but she made sure her children and their children did because of its academic excellence and nurturing family environment.

“We wanted our girls at a school where both their minds and hearts were formed,” Henry said, referring to the decision she made with her late husband Bernie. “Immaculate provided an extension of the values we tried to instill at home and we loved the family environment of the school, with administrators and teachers who truly cared about our children.” Henry’s daughters are Denise (Henry) Suarez ‘87 (director of admissions at Immaculate), Dana (Henry) Saidman ‘87 and Andrea Henry ‘90. Suarez’ children Joseph ‘18, Madeline ‘20 and Christopher ‘22 all graduated from the school. And Saidman’s daughters Jenna ‘24 (this year’s salutatorian) and Angela ‘19 were Mustangs.

The family’s matriarch believes the four high school years are critical and “cannot think of a better environment for young people” than Immaculate. When Henry learned of the Bob Gerwien endowed scholarship campaign, she thought it was the perfect way to honor her children’s former principal, found a scholarship in her family’s name and help others experience the gift of a college prep education.

“Immaculate continues to show their students that God is present and active in their lives,” she said. They become instruments of God’s grace in a world that increasingly needs what an Immaculate education provides. As such, we must do everything we can to insure the future of this school.”

ROBERT MURPHY SCHOLARSHIP

ROBERT MURPHY “When faith is the cornerstone of a teenager’s life, I think it is powerful,” said Robert Murphy of Danbury.

Murphy credits his own Catholic school education for having a profound impact on his life. And he’s seen what it can do for Mustangs too. “I am not an alumnus nor parent of Immaculate students, but rather someone who has had the opportunity to see the impact of an Immaculate education on my three nieces and, more recently, to watch my five grand nieces and nephews graduate from the school prepared for entrance to outstanding colleges,” he said.

This is why Murphy decided to create a scholarship at Immaculate, just like his sister Carol Henry.

“When you reach a certain point in your life and you think about where you can make a difference, I realize that a meaningful gift at a school like Immaculate can have a much larger impact than a similar gift at a larger institution,” Murphy, who is retired from the airline industry, said. “Funding an endowed scholarship gives me the opportunity to create a lasting legacy.”

He urges other like-minded members of the Immaculate community to consider doing the same, especially since donations can be a tax deduction.

“To me, it’s a win-win that I hope more and more donors will consider as we all want Immaculate to thrive for years to come!” he told us.

THE CHRIS AND DONNA PALMER SCHOLARSHIP

CHRIS PALMER ‘68 knows all about coaching. After all, he’s done it in the NFL.

“Coaching is taking a person where they don’t think they can go,” he said, “and I think that’s what Immaculate does. It’s actually what good teachers do. Teaching and coaching are extremely similar.”

Palmer and his wife Donna (Begg) ‘67 met at Immaculate and he went on to become the head football coach at the University of New Haven and Boston University. He also served as head coach for the Cleveland Browns, and had stints as an assistant coach for a host of other NFL teams including the Dallas Cowboys, New England Patriots and New York Giants.

When Palmer visits Immaculate, he said, it makes him appreciate how special the school community is all over again. “When I see the kids that make up the school, the true bond teachers have with students and Wendy as the leader mingling with alumni…it made me convinced that we had to help more students become a Mustang,” he said.

So the Palmers decided to fund a scholarship that will help promising students afford Immaculate. They appreciate the fact that each student brings unique qualities to the school and want to celebrate that. “Donna was in a lot of plays at IHS so we wanted to create a scholarship that is academic but also recognizes a student who has a special quality that will enhance the student body overall,” he explained. “We want each incoming class to have a great variety of kids.”

Thank You!

November 3, 2023, Immaculate High School’s fifth annual Day of Giving brought together parents, students, alumni, friends, businesses, faculty and staff in support of our mission. We were blessed by 348 individual donors who, together, gave 387 gifts totaling over $86,000.00.

Thank you to all who participated and made this a banner day for Mustangs. Congratulations to the Class of ‘91 who were first in percent of participation amongst alumni and the Class of ‘25 who won the current student competition.

SAVE THE DATE: 6TH ANNUAL DAY OF GIVING - FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 21, 2024

Ms. Laurie Albano ‘76

Victor & Isabel (Vaz CorteReal) Almeida ‘93 & ‘94 (P) Paulo Almeida ‘91

Mr. & Mrs. Ignatius Anandappa (P)

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Kevin & Gail Archer (PA)

Mr. and Mrs. Lunda Asmani (P)

Maureen Mango Austin ‘88 & John Austin

Mr. Raymond Baker ‘86

Ms. Andrea Baker ‘84

Ms. Christine Baldelli ‘70

Mr. Donald Barton ‘68

Mrs. Pricilla Behling (PA)

Mr. Colby Bellone ‘19

Ms. Allie Bellone ‘22

Ms. Chloe Bellone ‘22

Mr. Robert Benedetto*

Mr. Seth Bogoslofski

Mr. David Bonilla ‘00

Mr. & Mrs. David & Lisa Bono (PA)

Ms. Victoria Bono ‘20

Mr. & Mrs. James Bremner (P, PA)

Sean & Marcey (Chapman) Briscoe ‘89

Mr. & Mrs. Robert Brown (GPA)

Thomas & Sheelah Brown

Daniel & Patricia Buckley (PA) *

Brian Burnell ‘75

Ms. Jyotshna Buyyala (P)

Ms. Natalie Caetano ‘82

Mr. and Mrs. Louis Calamari *

Cindy Campbell McHugh ‘80

Mr. John Capilli (PA)

Mr. & Mrs. David Cappiello ‘86 (P, PA)/Capitol Hill

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Mr. & Mrs. Mark Caraluzzi ‘86 (PA)

Mr. & Mrs. Robert Caruso (P)

Ms. Jenny Casey * Kyle Cerminara ‘05

Ms. Sandra Cerveira ‘89

Chick-fil-A

Katie Chicklinski-Cahill ‘91

Sal ‘81, Ellen & Parker ‘24

Chieffalo

Mr. & Mrs. Thomas Chirayil (P)

Mr. & Mrs. Mark Chory (P)

Ms. Rebecca Chory ‘24

James & Nicole (Randazzo) Cipriani ‘90 & ‘89

Mr. and Mrs. Joshua Clay (P)

Mr. and Mrs. Jonathan Conlon (P)

Mr. & Mrs. John Costa (P) Christopher & Lisa (Broadbridge) Coyle ‘82 & ‘81 (PA)

Mr. & Mrs. James Crutchfield (P)

Vickie and Bill Cummings

Mr. & Mrs. Bernardo Curra (PA)

Mr. Dominick Curra ‘18

Mr. & Mrs. Christopher Dahm ‘90 (P) Anonymous (P)

Mr. & Mrs. Anthony D’Ausilio *

Mr. & Mrs. Jonas De Souza (P)

Ms. Christina DeFeo (P)

Mr. & Mrs. William DeFeo (GP)

Thomas & Sharon (Kelly) DeJoseph ‘67

Ms. Maura DeJoseph ‘94

Ms. Joanne DeMassa * Jeannie Coleman Demko ‘88 (PA) *

Mr. Zachary Demko ‘19

Ms. Alexis Demko ‘21

Mr. and Mrs. Timothy Dennehy ‘75

Joleen Garofalo Dennison ‘86 (P, PA)

Ms. Jessica Dennison ‘19

Mr. Jason Dennison ‘21

Mr. Gerald Densk ‘87

Mr. Raymond Depelteau ‘69

Mr. Gurvir Dhadda ‘10

Mr. Josh DiBella ‘09

Mr. & Mrs. Vincent DiGilio ‘00

Mr. & Mrs. Brian DiNatale (P, PA)

Mr. & Mrs. Joseph DiVestea (PA)

Don & Katie Doering (P, PA)

Mr. & Mrs. Andrew Doherty (P, PA) * Anonymous?

Ms. Gina Donnarummo

Donna (Ward) Doran ‘85 (P, PA)

Joseph T. Draper ‘82

Mr. & Mrs. Kevin Dunleavy (PA) *

Carolan & Patrick Dwyer (PA)

Mr. & Mrs. Christopher Fahey ‘10

Jim & Christine Fahey (P, PA)

Mr. Ryan Fanella ‘19

Ms. Caitlin Fanella ‘21

James & Christine (Preziosi) Fintel ‘91

Ms. Mary Fischer

Mr. & Mrs. Michael Fleming (P)

Ms. Alice Fleming

Martin & Mary Ann (Grandieri) Foncello ‘70 (PA)*

Ms. Mary Ann (Jakubek) Frengs ‘01

Ms. Francesca Friscia ‘25

Mr. & Mrs. Francis Friscia (P)

Dennis Fulling ‘83

Mrs. Denise Gagne Kurpiewski ‘76 (PA)

Mr. Frank Galvin

Jose & Melisa (Farrell) Garcia ‘97

Ms. Mackenzy Garden ‘19

Ms. Joan Garofalo (PA, GP)

Mrs. Kathleen Gehan (PA)

Mrs. Brenda (Gereg) Aurelia ‘79

Mr. Robert Gerwien, Sr. (PA)*

Mr. Perry Ghosh ‘21

Mr. & Mrs. Bibek & Lisa Ghosh (PA)

Ms. Leah Ghosh ‘24

Mr. Michael Gianfranceschi ‘72

Ms. Mary (Bohan) Gilbert ‘81

Mr. & Mrs. Anthony Giobbi

Ms. Sandra Gomes (P)

Carol & John Goode (PA)

Mr. Chris Grabelski

Mr. Gary Gramling ‘72

Warren & Heather (Shea) Greene ‘91

Mr. & Mrs. John and Danielle (Thyse) ‘97 Grepps

Mr. and Mrs. Gary Greve

Patrick & Stacey Gribbin ‘90

Mr. and Mrs. Kurt Grossheim

Ms. Julia Guallpa (P) Terrence & Anne Guiry (PA)

Mr. & Mrs. Kurt Guth (P, PA)

Mr. and Mrs. Jeffrey Haddad ‘95

Mr. Sean Haggerty ‘05 Gregory & Mary Ellen (Garavel) Hall ‘74 & ‘75

Ms. Margaret Hansen Paul & Paulette (Levesque) Hart ‘71 (PA)

Mr. & Mrs. Gerry Hatcher (PA)*

Mr. Brian Hatcher ‘12

Mr. & Mrs. James Hawk ‘82 (PA)

Ms. Colleen Hawk ‘18

Mrs. Melissa Lopes Haynes ‘02

Ms. Olivia Heineken ‘20

Mr. & Mrs. Eric Heineken (PA)

Mr. & Mrs. Christopher Henn (P, PA)

Andrea Henry ‘90

Mrs. Peggy (Shea) Hewett ‘74

Miss Victoria Hickey ‘66

Mr. Paul Hiro ‘68

Mr. Chris Hogan ‘90

Ms. Frances J. (Polakowski) Holloway ‘72

Mr. John Honeck ‘82

Mr. Albert Hossan ‘68

Mr. Christopher Houser * Hoyt Family (P, PA)

Kevin C. Hudak ‘03

Mr. Michael R. Hufnagel ‘97

Immaculate High School

English Department

Ms. Jan Maria Jagush ‘71

Mr. & Mrs. William Jakubek (PA)

Mr. & Mrs. Frank Janik Jr. (P)

Major & Mrs. Robert Jedzinak ‘66

Kevin & Karen (Houser) Johnston ‘86

Mr. and Mrs. Robert Kearns

Mr. & Mrs. Kevin Keenan

PA

Mr. & Mrs. Robert Kenna (P)

Ben & Maggie (Bierwirth) Kent ‘91 (PA)

Ms. Mary Kiely

Mr & Mrs. Carmelo Kish (PA)

Samantha & Peter Kohler *

Mr. Michael Kozlowski ‘04

Mr. & Mrs. Roger Krystopa

Mrs. Kristina Kulikauskas *

Mr. & Mrs. Michael Lasco (PA)

Ms. Mary-Alice (McFeeley) Lavado ‘86

Mr. & Mrs. Clint Layog (P)

Janine LeBlanc

Mr. Harold Gordon Leggett Jr.

Ms. Rosemary Lilley ‘71

Mr. James Lipscomb ‘93

Megan LiVolsi ‘97

Mr. Joseph Lopes & Mrs. Dawn Hood-Lopes (P)

Mr. & Ms Gary & Jenny Lopes

Mr. Phil LoPresti, Jr.

Mr. and Mrs. Christopher Lowthert (P)

Mr. Albert Wasko & Mrs.

Caryl Lucchesi ‘72

Anonymous

Mr. & Mrs. Paul Ludanyi (PA) *

Ms. Cathleen Lynch ‘69

William & Kimberly (Werdann) MacKinnon ‘91 (P) *

Mr. John Madzula II ‘95

Ms. Jane Mahoney *

John & Kelly Ann Maloney (PA)

Mary & Kevin Maloney

Michael ‘94 & Regina Mango & Family

Mr. and Mrs. Greg Mango ‘80

Mrs. Audrey Mango (PA)

Ms. Katherine Mariska

Ms. Kristine Martin (P)

Mr. & Mrs. Brian Martin (P)

Mr. Francisco Martin

Fernandez & Mrs. Alicia Martin (P)

Mrs. Margarita Martinez

Mr. & Mrs. Richard Martino (PA)

Dr. Chris & Lori Mascetta (P, PA)

Ms. Taylor Mascetta ‘19

Mr. Michael Mazzucco (PA)

Mick and Catherine McDonough *

Ms. Pamela McGovern (P)

Mr. & Mrs. Brian Merritt (P, PA)

Tom & Maureen Mertens *

Dr. & Mrs. Benedict Miraglia (P)

Mr. & Mrs. David Mitchell (P)

Joe & Marylee Mohn ‘02

Mr. & Mrs. Paul V. Mohn, Jr. (PA)

Mike & Marla Monahan (PA)

Mr. Louis Montesi

Mrs. Robin Moravsky *

Mr. & Mrs. Dana Moreau (P, PA)

Ms. Madison Moreau ‘23

Mr. Timothy Morris ‘95

Mr. David Murphy ‘72

Ms. Honora Murphy ‘76

Mr. & Mrs. Robert Murray (P)

Mr. Timothy Nash *

Mrs. Claudia Negru *

The Bellone Family (P, PA, ‘17, ‘19, ‘22) *

Ms. Nancy Northrop ‘03

Mr. & Mrs. Kevin O’Connor (P)

Mr. Denis O’Hara ‘82

Rob O’Neill ‘91

Ms. Lauren Oskam ‘20

Michael & Nancy (Buzaid) Palmer ‘69

Mr. & Mrs. Steve Palmer ‘74 & Family

Richard & Cynthia (Barnick) Palmer ‘76

Mr. Mark Pass & Ms. Cristin Bidetti (PA)

Larry & Domitila (CorteReal) Pereira ‘91 (PA)

Mr. & Mrs. Robert Pertoso (PA)

Mr. & Mrs. Elio Petta (P, PA) *

Mr. & Mrs. Charnay Phaire (P)

Reverend Philip Lanh Phan*

Mr. Jaimie Lee Phillips & Mrs. Lisa Marie McKloskyCorreia (P)

Mr. & Mrs. Stephen Piccolo, Jr.

Ms. Beatriz (Pina) Smith ‘83

David & Dana (Krupinsky) Pinckney ‘01 *

Robert & Lisa (Briscoe) Plumb ‘78 (PA) *

Ms. Christine Portelance ‘81

Mr. & Mrs. Gene Previdi III ‘88 (P)

Mr. CJ Previdi ‘26

Ms. MaryBeth Prunty ‘78

Mr. James Purcell III ‘71

David & Kathryn Quesnell

Mrs. Leslie Quinn *

Mr. & Mrs. Richard Radliff (P, PA)

Mr. & Mrs. Michael Raduazzo (P)

Mr. Leoncio Ramirez & Mrs. Maria Villatoro (P)

Mrs. Barbara (Berry) Randall ‘69

Mr. & Mrs. Bernard Reidy, Jr. ‘89 (PA)

Mr. & Mrs. David Reitz (P)

Ms. Patricia Reitz ‘25

Arthur & Arlene Rice (PA, GP)

Ms. Candice Robertson Pasquale & Gina Romano (P, PA)

Sam & Jennifer Rosenblum (PA)

Mr. Cole Ross ‘23

Mr. & Mrs. Bob Rossman (PA)

Mrs. Stephanie Rugg *

Peter & Kathleen Ruppert ‘82

Linda & David Sabel

Mr. Frank Salvatore, Jr. ‘84

Patricia Saviano ‘69

Mr. Anthony Scalzo

Ms. Emma Scheckner ‘26

Mr. & Mrs. Jason Scheckner (P)

Mr. & Mrs. Robert Scherer (P)

Ms. Olivia Scherer ‘27

Bob Schlichtig ‘89

Robert & Anne (Simpson) Schmiedel ‘71

Ms. Marjorie Shannon ‘81

Mr. and Mrs. Christopher Smith (P)

Dr. Prashant Soni & Ms.

Reina Guzman-Soni (P)

Mr. & Mrs. Christopher

Spahn (P)

Nanci & Paul Stockmann * Structural Consulting Services, P.C.

Joseph & Denise (Henry) Suarez ‘87 (P, PA) *

Mr. Joseph Suarez ‘18

Ms. Madeline Suarez ‘20

Mr. Christopher Suarez ‘22

Denise Sullivan ‘66

Russell & Lisa Sweeting (P)

Robert & Helen (Carr)

Tallaksen ‘85 (P, PA)

Mr. Peter Tam & Mrs. Jessie Wong (P)

Mr. & Ms. Sam Tedawes (P)

Mr. and Mrs. JT Thomas (P)

Kevin & Katherine Tucker (P, PA)

The Wang Family (P)

Mr. Rick Wang ‘25

Ms. Rebecca Wardlow (P)

Mr. & Mrs. Stefan J. Weber (P)

Ms. Stephanie Weber

Mr. & Mrs. Alexander West (P)

Mr. & Mrs. Thomas Whitmore (P)

Mr. and Mrs. George Whitmore

Alexa & Patrick Wild (PA) * Ellen Williams & Gil Consolini (PA)

Mr. & Mrs. Dion Wixted ‘80

Mr. Peter Wixted ‘76

Mrs. Margaret Wixted Auger ‘70

Andrea and Robert Wolf

Mr. & Mrs. Daniel Wright (P)

Emmanuel & Chanda Yamoah (P)

On September 1, 2023, Bishop Frank J. Caggiano visited Immaculate to celebrate Mass for our students and bless the new turf field in Mustang Valley. The blessing ceremony was attended by all students, faculty and staff as well as Danbury Mayor Dean Esposito and members of the IHS Board of Directors.

Dear Mustang Family,

As I write this in early July 2024, it’s in the afterglow of yet another wonderful year at Immaculate. The graduation ceremony highlighted the accomplishments of our students and the inspiring community that surrounds and supports them. It’s humbling and energizing.

As of June 30, 2024 we successfully closed our capital campaign. Between our capital investments and our launch of the Robert E. Gerwien Foundation and Scholarship, we raised almost $1.4 million. Of this, over one million dollars has been received and over three hundred and fifty thousand is anticipated over the next few months. Our foundation has over three hundred thousand dollars and has more than a dozen named scholarships. It’s a priority of our school board and leadership to grow the Gerwien Foundation year after year and we will be reviewing further capital improvements case by case. Through disciplined fiscal management, we remain price competitive with a balanced budget.

We thank all of you for the many ways that you contribute to the success of our school. The many thousands of hours that everyone volunteers their time helps our school in ways far beyond the immediate collection of tickets, cleaned floors or served snacks. For the third year in a row, we are the number one ranked Catholic co-ed day school in Connecticut. Thirteen years ago we were outside the top 10. Our ranking reflects the excellence in serving the needs of our students from the classroom, to the Chapel, to our Counseling Department, to the arts and to athletics.

It’s an honor and a blessing to serve as Board Chairperson and as a member of the Immaculate community. I look forward to another amazing year!

My warmest regards,

Joseph T. Draper ‘82

Thank You For Your Leadership!

The Immaculate High School Board of Directors was established in July 2021. Its fiduciary role and responsibilities have been instrumental in assisting with strengthening the implementation of the strategic plans set forth by the school. The Board consists of volunteers who are charged with using their professional expertise to assist in spiritual life, finance, development, alumni, athletics, enrollment, facilities and technology. We are thankful for their service during the 2023-24 school year.

2023-2024 Board of Directors

Member of the Corporation

Most Reverend Frank J. Caggiano

Chairperson, Joseph T. Draper ‘82

Vice-Chairperson, John Capilli P’14, ‘17’

Michael Basile P’13, ‘15, ‘19

David J. Cappiello ‘86, P’23, ’25

Sal Chieffalo ‘81, P’24

Tony Cirone P’15, ‘17, ‘19, ‘23

Dan Coonan P’19, ‘22

Dennis Fulling ‘83

Anthony Giobbi

Jeff Hoyt P’23, ‘25

Lindsay Previdi P’26

Bernard Reidy, Jr. ‘89, P’21, ‘23

Jessie Wong P’26

Emeritus Members: Lisa Lanni

Stephen Piccolo, Jr.

Anthony Rizzo, Jr. P’07, ‘08, ‘13

Monsignor Robert E. Weiss

Ex-Officio Members:

Dr. Steven Cheeseman

Mary R. Maloney

Wendy M. Neil P’18, ‘19, ‘22

WE ARE ALL IN!

With immense gratitude, we recognize the generous support from our alumni, parents, parents of alumni, grandparents, faculty, staff, coaches and friends. Everyone at Immaculate appreciates the unwavering commitment to Immaculate High School shown by all of you who made contributions during the 2023-2024 school year. Your dedication to the Immaculate mission is an inspiration.

Gifts listed here reflect contributions to the Immaculate Fund, gala, golf outing, AdoptA-Mustang Fund, fine arts, athletics, scholarships and facilities between July 1, 2023June 30, 2024.

SUMMARY OF CONTRIBUTIONS

July 1, 2023 to June 30, 2024

CONTRIBUTIONS

IMMACULATE FUND GIFTS

SCHOLARSHIP AND ADOPT-A-MUSTANG GIFTS

GERWIEN ENDOWMENT

GOLF OUTING SPRING GALA

GIFTS-IN-KIND

CAPITAL CAMPAIGN PLEDGE PAYMENTS

IMMACULATE FUND GIFTS BY CONSTITUENCY

ALUMNI

SCHOOL ADVISORY BOARD

PARENTS

PARENTS OF ALUMNI

MATCHING GIFTS

FACULTY & STAFF

FRIENDS

*please note some individuals may belong to more than one constituency

CALLED TO LEAD

THE IMMACULATE LEADERSHIP SOCIETY

The Immaculate Leadership Society recognizes donors who make annual gifts of $1,000 or more. Through your generosity you demonstrate enthusiastic commitment to Immaculate High School. The support of our Leadership Society donors is vital to advancing our mission and making an Immaculate education a reality for many. Members will be invited to a reception this fall hosted by our Board of Directors on October 10. We are grateful for your leadership support.

Immaculate makes every effort to ensure accuracy in the Annual Giving Report. However, unintentional errors do occur. Please accept our apologies and contact the Advancement Office at 203-744-1510 ext. 166 to help us correct our records.

KEY

FOUNDERS SOCIETY

($100,000+)

Mr. George F. Landegger

LEGACY SOCIETY

($75,000 - $99,999)

LEADERS OF THE MISSION

($50,000 - $74,999)

Joseph T. Draper ‘82

Chris & Donna (Begg) Palmer ‘68 & ‘67

GUARDIANS OF THE MISSION

($25,000 - $49,999)

Anonymous

Mr. & Mrs. Tony Cirone (PA)

Mr. and Mrs. Paul ‘74 and Kim Coleman

David R. Couch Education Fund

Saint Rose of Lima Church

PARTNERS OF THE MISSION

($15,000 - $24,999)

Anonymous

Mr. & Mrs. Michael Hatcher (P) *

Mrs. Carol Henry (PA, GP)

The Hoyt Family (P, PA)

Bill & Becky (Gage) Johnston ’85 (P, PA)

The Estate of Marilynn & Joseph Vannucci

The Rizzo Family

OUR LADY’S CIRCLE

($10,000 - $14,999)

Anonymous

Anonymous

Mr. John Capilli (PA)

Mr. & Mrs. Gerry Hatcher (PA)*

Immaculate Parents Assoc.

Mr. Harold Gordon Leggett

Jr.

Jose & Catherine (Gerwien) Pinto ‘76

Ms. Mary Regan

PRESIDENT’S CIRCLE

($5,000 - $9,999)

Albert J Salame Estate

Mr. & Mrs. Ignatius Anandappa (P)

Dr. Barbara Anderson

Anonymous

Mr. & Mrs. David Cappiello ‘86 (P, PA)/Capitol Hill

Group

Sal ‘81, Ellen & Parker ‘24

Chieffalo

Thomas & Sharon (Kelly) DeJoseph ‘67

Estate of Mary Foley

Brian & Kathleen (Mason)

Fitzgerald ‘66

Angela (Gogliettino)

Flannery ‘73

Dennis Fulling ‘83

Mr. & Mrs. Bibek & Lisa

Ghosh (PA)

Mr. Liben Hailu & Mrs. A.G. Wessen (P)

Dr. & Mrs. Frederick Kayal (PA)

Robert & Barbara (Pawlisak)

Mahoney - ‘72 & ‘70

Knights of Columbus McGivney Council #29

Michelle Ann Kayal

Memorial Scholarship

The Bellone Family (P, PA, ‘17, ‘19, ‘22) *

Newtown Savings Bank

Rob O’Neill ‘91

Mr. & Mrs. Stephen Piccolo,

Jr.

Mr. & Mrs. Gene Previdi III ‘88 (P)

*Faculty/staff/coach (P) Parent (PA) Parent Alumni (GP) Grandparent True Blue Society members are bolded in blue.

Saint Mary Parish of Ridgefield

Savings Bank of Danbury

Mr. Dean W. Smith

Mr. & Mrs. Christopher Spahn (P)

Weinshel Goldfarb

Foundation

Westchester Modular Homes, Inc.

PRINCIPAL’S CIRCLE

($2,500 - $4,999)

Anonymous Anonymous Anonymous

Anonymous

Michael & Debbie Basile (PA)

Robert D. Botelho ‘73 CironeFriedberg, LLP, CPAs

Phil and Debora (Tita) ‘84 Clark

Mr. & Mrs. Michael Coelho (P)

Mr. James Coffey ‘83

Mr. & Mrs. Andrew Doherty (P, PA) *

Carolan & Patrick Dwyer (P, PA)

Earthmovers, Inc

Mr. & Mrs. Anthony Giobbi

Patrick & Stacey Gribbin ‘90

Imperial Electronic Assembly, LLC

Mr. Edward Kilian III ‘99

Mr. Joseph Lopes & Mrs.

Dawn Hood-Lopes (P)

Mr. and Mrs. Christopher Lowthert (P)

Marble & Granite

Creations, LLC

Kieran & Deborah

McGrath (PA)

Mr. & Mrs. Peter McMahon (P)

Scott & Marianne (Urkiel)

Mitchell ‘81 (PA)

Mittler, Mercaldo & Braun, P.C.

Old Timers Athletic

Association of Greater Danbury

Mr. & Mrs. Steve Palmer ‘74 & Family

Mr. & Mrs. Bernard Reidy,

Jr. ‘89 (PA)

Mr. Peter Tam & Mrs. Jessie Wong (P)

The Dr. Joseph B. & Lillian Stiefel Foundation

The Rizzo Companies, Inc.

Mr. & Mrs. Robert Van Houten ‘72

WCSU Foundation, Inc.

Drs. Elizabeth & David Weinshel (PA)

Mrs. Janice Williams (GP)

($1,000 - $2,499)

Advantage Realty, Inc.

Victor & Isabel (Vaz CorteReal) Almeida ‘93 & ‘94 (P)

Anonymous

Anonymous

Anonymous

Architects Guild LLC

Assad’s Food Service

Mr. Raymond Baker ‘86

Ms. Andrea Baker ‘84

Mr. & Mrs. Scott Banning ‘87

Robert & Patricia (Tulipani)

Becker ‘72

Mr. Ray Bielizna *

Mr. and Mrs. Michael Bonamarte

Mrs. Pamela M. Canestrari

Dr. Steven Cheeseman *

Mr. & Mrs. Sushil Chetal (P)

Claris Design Build

Mr. and Mrs. Jonathan Conlon (P)

Mr. Christopher Cosio ‘97

Cronin Photography

Mr. & Mrs. Bernardo Curra (PA)*

Mr. & Mrs. Sean Deakin ‘87 (PA)

Mr. Raymond Depelteau ‘69

Diocese of Bridgeport Office of Education

Mrs. Andrea Dolan ‘84

Mr. William Dolan ‘85

Peter & Nancy (Milot) Duhamel ‘66 (PA)

Mr. & Mrs. Patrick Fahey (PA)

Jim & Christine Fahey (P, PA)

Mr. & Mrs. Michael Fleming (P)

Mr. & Mrs. Michael Frank ‘72

Carol & John Goode (PA)

Mr. and Mrs. Gary Greve

Mr. & Mrs. Christopher Henn (P, PA)

Joyce M. Hess ‘68 (PA)

Mr. Chris Hogan ‘90

Paul & Elizabeth (Durkin) Hommert ‘68

Mr. Richard Honeck, Jr. ‘81

IHS Field Hockey Team

James P. Dolan & Nancy K Dolan Educational Scholarship Trust

Mrs. Carole Kaback (PA)

Mr. and Mrs. Paul Kenney

Ben & Maggie (Bierwirth)

Kent ‘91 (PA)

Mr. David Greg Kerl ‘82

Knights of Columbus

Marquette Council # 245

Mr. & Mrs. Cary Kortze (P)

MUSTANG CIRCLE

Classic Equipment Services, Inc.

Ms. Lisa Lanni

Mr. & Mrs. Daniel LeBlanc (PA)

Mr. and Mrs. Kenneth

LoBianco

Mrs. Caryl A. Lucchesi ‘72

Mary & Kevin Maloney

Mark McGetrick

Scholarship

Market Place Kitchen & Bar

- Danbury

Mr. and Mrs. John F.

Martin

Mr. & Mrs. Richard Matte (P)

Mr. Michael J. Mazzucco (PA)

Mr. Thomas Francis

McGrath ‘71

Mike & Marla Monahan (PA)

Mr. & Mrs. Dana Moreau (P, PA)

Mr. & Mrs. Martin

Morgado

Mr. Robert Murphy

Mr. & Mrs. Robert Murray (P)

Mr. & Mrs. Eric Nadeau ‘86

Mr. & Mrs. Kevin Nadeau ‘99

David & Sarah (Nadeau) Pineault ‘90

Mrs. Claudia Negru * NY-Conn Corporation

Sean & Kelley (Stabell)

O’Rourke ‘82 (PA)

Kevin & Patricia (McGrath)

Palmer ‘73

Pana Incorporated

Mr. Lawrence Petretti

Preferred Maintenance, Inc.

Mr. & Mrs. David Reitz (P)

Ridgewood Country Club

Roger Electric Inc.

Steve Ronan ‘01

Sam & Jennifer Rosenblum (PA)

Mr. & Mrs. Thomas J. Saadi, Esq. ‘88 (P)

Linda & David Sabel

Saint Mary School of Ridgefield

Mr. and Mrs. Danil Santos

Mr. & Mrs. Jason Scheckner (P)

Snap! Mobile, Inc.

Mr. and Mrs. James Spinner (PA)

Bob & Maureen Stanley ‘92

Joseph & Denise (Henry)

Suarez ‘87 (P, PA) *

Mr. Edward Tonnessen

Mr. Martin P. Tuite ‘84

Union Savings Bank

Kim Valentini

Victorian Associates LLC

The Wang Family (P)

SILVER CLUB ($500 - $999)

Mr. & Mrs. Gregory Albert (P)

Paulo Almeida ‘91 Anonymous Anonymous Anonymous Anonymous

Kevin & Gail Archer (PA)

Mr. and Mrs. Fred Bacher (GP)

Mr. Donald Barton ‘68

Dr. & Mrs. Edward Beja (P)

Mr. and Mrs. David Blansfield Bleu on Bank

The Brew Family

Kevin & Lori (Dennehy) Burns ‘76 C2 Education

Mr. Michael Canestrari

Mr. & Mrs. Anthony Caraluzzi (PA)

Caraluzzi’s Markets Fund

Kathleen & Chris Casey

Mr. & Mrs. Fil Cerminara (PA)

Mr. & Mrs. Carl Chaleski (P)

Mr. & Mrs. Mark Chory (P)

Mr. & Mrs. Philip Christe (PA)

Collins Hannafin, P.C.

Ms. Suzanne Conlin

Vickie and Bill Cummings

Mr. Gerald Densk ‘87

Mr. & Mrs. Vincent DiGilio ‘00

Diversified Printing Solutions, Inc.

Dugout Dreams, LLC

Mr. & Mrs. Edward Durkin ‘72

Elmer’s Diner Inc.

F & M Electric Supply Co.

Martin & Mary Ann (Grandieri) Foncello ‘70 (PA)*

Foundations in Education

Global Partners LP/Alliance

Energy LLC

Mr. Gary Gramling ‘72

Ms. Mary Gulya ‘66

Mrs. Robin (Modzelewski)

Haddad ‘90

Halas Farm Market

Mr. & Mrs. William Hanavan (PA)

Paul & Paulette (Levesque) Hart ‘71 (PA)

Mr. Patrick Hatcher

Mr. & Mrs. Thomas Hefferon ‘78

Mrs. Peggy (Shea) Hewett ‘74

Hollandia Nurseries, LLC

Ms. Frances J. (Polakowski) Holloway ‘72

Gregory Horan ‘72

Mr. & Mrs. Robert Hossan ‘72

Mr. Michael R. Hufnagel ‘97

Ingersoll Auto of Danbury Integ Sysytems Corporation Interiors & Designs by Ursula

Mr. & Mrs. Frank Janik Jr. (P)

Jowdy-Kane Funeral Home

Kane Funeral Home

Ms. Marta Keane ‘72

K-Man Glass Corp.

Dr. Cathleen Kowalski ‘68

Mr. & Mrs. Roger Krystopa

Mr. & Mrs. Timothy LiVolsi ‘80

Mr. Phil LoPresti, Jr.

Mr. & Mrs. Brian Martin (P)

Matthew ‘92 and Jennifer (Ruddy) ‘89

Matthew ‘92 & Jennifer (Ruddy) ‘89

Mr. & Mrs. Daniel McAloon (P, PA)

Mr. & Mrs. Thomas McGoldrick (PA)

Drs. Gregory & Dorothy McKenna (PA)

McKenna Orthodontics

Mr. & Mrs. Jack McKenney ‘84

Mr. & Mrs. Stanley McKenney ‘80 McKenney Mechanical Contractors, Inc.

Mr. & Mrs. Jeffrey

McKenzie (P, PA)

Mr. & Mrs. Kevin McMahon (PA)

Mr. & Mrs. David Mitchell (P)

Danielle and Timothy Nash *

Newtown MediSpa

Mr. & Mrs. Kevin O’Connor (P)

Mr. Denis O’Hara ‘82

Robert & Patricia (Stankaitis) O’Neil ‘68

Pelo by Egardo Salon

Personal Training Professionals of Ridgefield

Joan Pryde ‘77

Mr. & Mrs. Richard Radliff (P, PA)

Mr. & Mrs. Eugene Reelick (PA)

Regional Hospice

Mr. and Mrs. Carl Reichenbach

Richter Park Golf Course

Mr. John Rynne (PA)

Saint Mary Church of Bethel

Saint Rose of Lima School

Mr. & Mrs. Jay Sarkar (P)

Patricia Saviano ‘69

Mr. & Mrs. Stephen Sedensky III ( PA)

Mr. Andrew Slack

Stamford Hospital Foundation

Stamford Hospital Maternal

Child Health Service Line

Anna & Matthew Stankey (PA)

Carol Stone*

Mr. Richard Sullivan ‘73

Mr. & Mrs. Bruno Telesca (P)

The Club at River Oaks Ultimate Limousine Service LLC

Mr. and Mrs. James Vaccarelli ‘73

Van Houten & Company, LLC

Mr. Robert Yamin & The Honorable Dianne Yamin (PA)

BLUE CLUB

($250 - $499)

A & J Construction

Ms. Laurie Albano ‘76

Mr. Eric Allen & Ms. Ryan McGinn (P)

Anonymous Anonymous

Anonymous

Anonymous

Anonymous

Anonymous

Anonymous

Anonymous

Mr. David Arconti

Mr. and Mrs. Russell Baldwin

Mr. Robert Benedetto*

Mr. & Mrs. David & Lisa Bono (PA)

Mr. & Mrs. James Bremner (P, PA)

Brookfield Lions Charities, Inc.

Mr. & Mrs. Robert Brown (GPA)

Brunjes Family Charitable Trust

Brian Burnell ‘75

Ms. Anh (Doan) Cahill ‘91

Mrs. and Mr. Jeanette (Pesce) ‘93 Campo (P, PA)

Mr. & Mrs. Mark Caraluzzi ‘86 (PA)

Eugene Casagrande ‘75

Ms. Nancy Cole

Mr. & Mrs. Christian

Conley (P, PA)

Danbury Ice Arena

Ms. Allison Danial ‘27

Silent Watchman Security Services - Vincent & Denise Dascano (PA)

Mr. & Mrs. William DeFeo (GP)

Ms. Maura DeJoseph ‘94 Del-Tron Precision, Inc.

Jeannie Coleman Demko ‘88 (PA) *

Mr. & Mrs. Brian DiNatale (P, PA)

Mr. and Mrs. Stephen Dore

Ms. Nicole Dorman ‘70 Eastern Water Solutions

Mr. & Mrs. Kevin Elston ‘83 Eurolux Salon & Day Spa

Doug Fachnie (PA)

Michael & Midge Fagan ‘68 (PA)

Mr. Tom Fischetti

Ms. Kathleen (Frainier) Fredrickson ‘81

Mr. & Mrs. Francis Friscia (P)

Mrs. Denise Gagne

Kurpiewski ‘76 (PA)

Mr. John Philip Gallagher

Ms. Leah Ghosh ‘24

Mr. Michael Gianfranceschi ‘72

Mr. John Owen Goode ‘09 Keith & Kim Goodwin (P, PA)

Mrs. Christy (Green) Hickey ‘89

Mrs. Dorothy (Kieras) Grob ‘67

Mr. & Mrs. Kurt Guth (P, PA)

Mr. & Mrs. Arthur Haddad (PA)

Mr. & Mrs. James Hawk ‘82 (PA)

Mr. Paul Hiro ‘68

Major & Mrs. Robert Jedzinak ‘66

Jostens

Brendan ‘68 & Joyce Jugler

Deacon George & Mrs. Marilyn (Carlson) ‘73 Kain

Mrs. Karen Kelly

La Tulip Dessert

Mrs. Helen Lajoie (PA)

Ms. Dijana Latkovic

Mr. & Mrs. Clint Layog (P)

Mr. Robert Leggett ‘83

Mr. Mark Linkowski ‘91

Mr. James Lipscomb ‘93

Ms. Kathleen LiVolsi ‘82

Mr. & Mrs. Michael Riggs (P, PA)

Ms. Melanie Riggs ‘24

Chick-fil-A

Mr. & Mrs. Thomas

Chirayil (P)

Bruce, Michelle & Victoria Loubert

Mr. & Mrs. Paul Ludanyi (PA) *

Wear the Best

Mr. John Honeck ‘82

Peter & Kathleen Ruppert ‘82

James & Nicole (Randazzo) Cipriani ‘90 & ‘89

William & Kimberly

Donors

(Werdann) MacKinnon ‘91 (P) *

Robert & Barbara (Pawlisak) Mahoney - ‘72 & ‘70

KellyAnn Maloney (PA)

Mrs. Audrey Mango (PA)

Marigold’s Corner

Experience Bar & Boutique

Mr. & Mrs. Richard Martino (PA)

Dr. Chris & Lori Mascetta (P, PA)

Mr. & Mrs. Thomas McCabe (P)

Mr. & Mrs. Ralph McIntosh ‘68 (PA)

Mr. & Mrs. Shawn McLoughlin (P, PA)

Mike Riccio Sports LLC

Mr. & Mrs. Nelson

Mingachos ‘89 (PA)*

Joe & Marylee Mohn ‘02 Mono-Crete Step & Vault, LLC

Mrs. Ellen Driscoll Moy ‘73

Mr. John Mulvihill ‘70

Ms. Honora Murphy ‘76

Mr. & Mrs. Sean Murphy (P)

Mr. & Mrs. John Murphy

New Fairfield Animal Hospital

Norbert E. Mitchell Co., Inc.

Michael & Nancy (Buzaid) Palmer ‘69

Mr. & Mrs. Charnay Phaire (P)

David & Dana (Krupinsky) Pinckney ‘01 *

Mrs. Jo-Anne (Tomanio) Price ‘66

Ms. MaryBeth Prunty ‘78

Mr. James Purcell III ‘71

Mrs. Leslie Quinn *

Mr. Leoncio Ramirez & Mrs. Maria Villatoro (P)

RDB Construction Company

Mrs. Catherine (Helit) Reising ‘73

Arthur & Arlene Rice (PA, GP)

Mr. & Mrs. Joseph Robinson (PA)

Rock Ridge Country Club

Ms. Lisa Roos

Mr. & Mrs. Jeff Ross (PA)

Saint Edward the Confessor Holy Trinity Parish

Saint Joseph Church of Brookfield

Saint Joseph Church of Danbury

Saint Peter Church

Mr. Kamil Salame ‘86

Mr. Frank Salvatore, Jr. ‘84

Bob Schlichtig ‘89

Robert & Anne (Simpson) Schmiedel ‘71

Silent Watchman Security Services

Mr. Gary Simone ‘72 Stage to Move

Mr. & Ms. Sam Tedawes (P)

The Innovative CPA Group LLC

Mr. Peter Tragni ‘82

Traveling Chic Boutique

Kevin & Katherine Tucker (P, PA)

Geoffrey & Kathleen (Mahoney) Wakeford ‘77 (PA)

Mrs. Kelly (Moffa) Whalen ‘90

Mr. & Mrs. Thomas Whitmore (P)

Margaret (Reese) Williamson ‘71

Mr. Peter Wixted ‘76

Mr. & Mrs. Dion Wixted ‘80

Andrea and Robert Wolf

Mr. & Mrs. David Woods (PA)

Mr. & Mrs. Daniel Wright (P)

PATRONS CLUB

($100 - $249)

Mr. Joseph Abdella ‘66

Ms. Cara Acocella ACT of Connecticut

Adam Broderick Salon & Spa

Mr. & Mrs. Geneva & Gary Adkins

Mr. & Mrs. Ignatius

Alexander *

Mr. Frank Allegretti

Mr. Roberto Alves

Ms. Toni Anania ‘73

Ms. Donna (Esposito) Ancker ‘73

Arnold & Claire (Mahoney)

Anderson ‘75 (PA)

William & Elayne Anderson (PA)

Anonymous

Anonymous

Anonymous

Anonymous

Erik & Ruth Apotheker

Jim & Maureen Arconti (PA)

Mr. & Mrs. John Ashkar

Attorney Anne M. Ragusa

Maureen Mango Austin ‘88 &

John Austin

Bagel Delight

Mr. Carl Bailey ‘71 & Mrs.

Lauren Dalton Bailey

Mr. & Mrs. Mark Baker ‘90

Mr. Mitchell Baker

Ms. Christine Baldelli ‘70

Mrs. Katherine Balzano (P)

Mrs. Priscilla Behling (PA)

Belmont Land Design

Ms. Marla Berger

Ms. Jacqueline Best

Bill Flood Golf @ Newtown

Golf LAB

Mr. & Mrs. Paul Blaszka ‘87

Mr. & Mrs. Richard Blessey

Joseph & Maria (Tenreiro) ‘72

Boa (PA)

Mr. David Bonilla ‘00

Ms. Beth Botta

Mrs. Rose Marie Bouclier (PA)

Mrs. Rosemary Bouffard (PA)

Mr. & Mrs. Jack Bouffard ‘93

Barbara Dominakus Braatz ‘89

Sean & Marcey (Chapman)

Briscoe ‘89

Mr. & Mrs. Mark Brooks (PA)

Mr. Paul Brown ‘70

Thomas & Sheelah Brown

Mr. Jeffrey Bruno ‘80

Mr. & Mrs. Michael Buono ‘87

Mr. and Mrs. Tim Burke

Thomas & Debbie (Caravetta)

Burke ‘79 (PA)

The Reverend Linda M. Butler ‘70

Ms. Natalie Caetano ‘82

Ms. Frances (Setaro) Cain ‘73

Mr. and Mrs. Louis Calamari *

Cindy Campbell McHugh ‘80

Mr. and Mrs. David Canestrari ‘69

Mr. Steven Carapella

Mr. and Mrs. Tom Carragher

Mike Casey ‘77

Mr. and Mrs. Anthony Ceccarelli

Cellar XV Wine Market

Mr. & Mrs. Mark Chamberlin (PA)

Mr. Dominic Chieffalo

Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Civitano

Mr. Zachary Class ‘24

Club Pilates Danbury

Mr. Joseph Coleman (PA, GP)

Mr. Michael Conte ‘04

Anthony & Jacqueline (Nikki

Weiss) Conte ‘01 & ‘07

Mr. & Mrs. Anthony Conte (PA)

Mr. & Mrs. Dan Corgan

Mr. Matt Corso

Mr. Brian Cosio ‘03

Christopher & Lisa (Broadbridge) Coyle ‘82 & ‘81 (PA)

Mr. Joshua Critelli ‘00

Mr. & Mrs. Todd Cropsey (P, PA)

Cross River Wine Merchant

Ms. Susan Crowe (PA)

Mr. & Mrs. James Crutchfield (P)

Mr. Paul Cumming ‘67

Mr. Dominick Curra ‘18

Ms. Eileen Curran ‘70

Mr. & Mrs. Anthony D’Ausilio *

Dawn’s Pizzazz

Mr. & Mrs. Jonas De Souza (P)

Mrs. Nancy (Sousa) Degree ‘92

Dr. Audrey M. Dehoyos ‘76

Mr. & Mrs. Michael Dekker ‘80

Ms. Joanne DeMassa *

Mr. Zachary Demko ‘19

Mr. and Mrs. Timothy Dennehy ‘75

Joleen Garofalo Dennison ‘86 (P, PA)

Mr. Michael DiGennaro *

Mr. & Mrs. Joseph DiVestea (PA)

Don & Katie Doering (P, PA)

Donna (Ward) Doran ‘85 (P, PA)

Mr. John Dougherty

Brad & Lynn (LaForte) Dudas ‘85 (P, PA)

Mr. Michael Dyer ‘90

Early Bird Cafe

Elevate Hair Salon

Mr. & Mrs. Marc Ennis ‘93

Mr. Colin Enright

Mr. Jose Escalera & Ms. Carmen Hurtado (P)

Mr. and Mrs. Matthew Fagan ‘91

Mr. & Mrs. Christopher Fahey ‘10

Mr. Ryan Fanella ‘19

Mr. John U. Farley

Mr. & Mrs. John Fitzpatrick (PA)

Mr. & Mrs. Kevin Flanagan (PA)

Mrs. Jessica (Baker) Flechtner ‘89

Ms. Alice Fleming

Ms. Kathleen (Comer) Francis ‘73

Mr. Dean Francis ‘81

The Fredette Family (PA, ‘12, ‘14, ‘18)

Ms. Karen Freitag (PA)

Ms. Jean Gallagher ‘78

Mr. and Mrs. Frank Galvin

GP

Ms. Amanda Galvin (P)

Jose & Melisa (Farrell) Garcia ‘97 (P)

Ms. Regina Gardner ‘68

Ms. Joan Garofalo (PA, GP)

Ms. Darlene Garrison ‘83

Mr. and Mrs. William Garvey *

Todd & Linda Garvey (P, PA)

Mr. and Mrs. Donald Gaynor

Mr. Colin Gehan ‘99

Mr. Robert Gerwien, Sr. (PA)*

Mr. Perry Ghosh ‘21

Mo Ghosh

Mr. and Mrs. Sal Gilbertie

Mr. & Mrs. Stephen Giorgio (PA)

Mr. Robert Godfrey ‘66

William & Kathleen (Flanagan) Grabert ‘72

Mr. W. Scott Gramling

Mr. & Mrs. Michael Gribbin (PA, GPA)

Ms. Denise (Streaman) Griss ‘70

Ms. Elizabeth Grob

Mr. and Mrs. Kurt Grossheim

Terrence & Anne Guiry (PA)

Mrs. Dorathea GulyaStasny ‘67

Mr. & Mrs. Jay Gunzy ‘85 (PA)

Ms. Luisa Mercedes Gutierrez

Mr. Sean Haggerty ‘05

Gregory & Mary Ellen (Garavel) Hall ‘74 & ‘75

Mr. Michael Hanlon

Ms. Margaret Hansen

Ms. Monica Harron

Mr. Brian Hart ‘71

Brian & Sharon Hatcher ‘12

Mr. William Hatcher ‘17

Ms. Colleen Hawk ‘18

Thomas & Sally (Tychanich) Healy ‘81

Ms. Lydia Hellinger

Andrea Henry ‘90

Lorraine Hentschel (PA)

Miss Victoria Hickey ‘66

Mr. Albert Hossan ‘68

Mrs. Mary Ann Houser (PA)

Mr. Jason Hsu

Michael & Cynthia Hudak (PA)

Bruce & Christine Hunton (PA)

Immaculate High School

Ms. Jan Maria Jagush ‘71

Mr. & Mrs. William

Jakubek (PA)

Freshman Maximillian Fleming Earns Perfect Score on PSAT

Ms. Margaret Jamiolkowski ‘73

Ms. Debora Johansson ‘73

Mrs. Patricia Johnson-Null ‘67

Mr. Carl Josephson

JT Aesthetics

Mr. & Mrs. Don Kallberg (PA)

Michael & Chelsie (Rizzo) Kaptein ‘08

Kate Spade

Azian & Joseph Kearney

Mr. and Mrs. Robert Kearns

Ms. Meghan Kearns ‘24

Mr. Jim Keckeisen

Mr. Matthew Kendziorski ‘14

Mr. & Mrs. Robert Kenna (P)

Sean & Maureen (Elston) Kerins ‘77 (PA)

Ms. Mary Kiely

Siobhan Kieras ‘81

Mr. and Mrs. Richard King (PA)

Ms. Geraldine Kinsella ‘89

Mr & Mrs. Carmelo Kish (PA)

Mrs. Lisa (Casagrande) Koeppel ‘77

Samantha & Peter Kohler *

Mr. Kevin Kolwicz ‘73

John & Mary Ellen (Palmer) Kolwicz ‘72

Ms. Patrice Kopas

Mr. Ronald Kopcik

Kenneth Kowalski ‘70

Mr. Michael Kozlowski ‘04

Mr. Jonathan Kraut

Ms. Sheila M. Kuhn (PA)

Tyler & Dayna (Foley)

Kuzniewski ‘01, ‘07

Ms. Lenora Labrecque

Mr. Edward LaMere ‘77

Maximillian Fleming of Redding got a score of 1440, a perfect score, on the PSAT 8/9.

Immaculate administers the PSAT to freshman and sophomores as a way to practice for the SAT test junior year. It’s all part of the school’s rigorous college preparatory program. Fleming was the only student taking the PSAT at Immaculate this year to earn a perfect score. The PSAT 8/9 consists of 98 questions divided into two sections, reading and writing and math, and takes approximately 134 minutes to complete (according to the College Board).

“We are incredibly proud of him,” said Dean of Counseling Timothy Nash. “This is no easy feat. We also encourage all students that, no matter what score they earned, there’s always time to practice and improve. This is precisely why we give the PSAT as a practice exam.”

Mr. & Mrs. Michael Lasco (PA)

Ms. Mary-Alice (McFeeley) Lavado ‘86

Janine LeBlanc

Mr. & Mrs. Ian Lenz (P, PA)

Mr. & Mrs. Marco Lepore (PA)

Mr. & Mrs. Joseph LeRose (P)

Father Colin Lomnitzer

Mr. & Mrs. Zachary Long ‘04

Mr. Wayne Lounsbury ‘99

Mr. Collin Lowthert ‘24

Anonymous

Mrs. Kathleen (Johnson) Lundeen ‘72

Martin & Jennifer (Brockelman) Lynch ‘79 (PA)

Ms. Cathleen (Minck) Lynch ‘69

Ms. Jung-Yueh Angela Ma

Linda & Thomas MacGregor (PA)

Michael ‘94 & Regina

Mango & Family

Mr. & Mrs. Christopher Mango ‘82

Mr. & Mrs. James Mannion ‘68

Mr. and Mrs. John Maravilla (P)

Mrs. Sandy (Define)

Margoles ‘68

Ms. Melissa Maroney

Ms. Kristine Martin (P)

Mrs. Margarita Martinez

Marygold’s on Main +

Good Old Days Pizza

Mr. John McAvoy ‘66

Blake & Kelly (Fagan)

McElroy ‘95

Ms. Allison McGahren

Mr. & Mrs. Brian

McGovern ‘89 (PA)

Ms. Pamela McGovern (P)

Ms. Louise McGovern

Mr. & Mrs. Frank McGreal (PA)

Mr. & Mrs. James McNamara

Mr. & Mrs. Albert Mead

Medicinal Skin

Dr. & Mrs. Nestor Mejias (P)

Mejias Health and Wellness

Ms. Dale Mello (PA)

Ms. Maura Melody (PA)

Mr. Nelson Merchan and Mrs. Diana Merchan

Dr. and Mrs. Robert Merrer

Tom & Maureen Mertens *

Mr. & Mrs. Arthur

Michaelsen (PA)

Dr. & Mrs. Benedict

Miraglia (P)

Ms. Debra Mitchell

Mr. Louis Montesi

Michael & Elizabeth (Wierengo) Moran ‘73

Mrs. Robin Moravsky *

Mr. & Mrs. Andrew Morgado ‘90

Mr. & Mrs. Lawrence Morgan ‘71

Mr. James Morris & Mrs. Ann Ragusa (PA)

Mr. Timothy Morris ‘95

Mr. & Mrs. Stephen F. Motta ‘75

Alice Motta Wells ‘72

Mr. David Murphy ‘72

Daniel & Cathy Murphy ‘66 (PA, GP)

Musicals at Richter Mutti USA

Mr. Patrick Nalley ‘03

Paul & Elizabeth Naves (PA)

Robert & Dorothy Neil

Clark & Katherine (McCartney) Neugold ‘05

Timothy & Kathleen Nevin (PA)

New England Graphics & Metals, LLC

New Fairfield Press, Inc.

New Jersey Devils

Notre Dame Church

Ms. Simone O’Connor

Lucia & Steve O’Hara (PA)

Mrs. Linda Orlando Ottavio ‘69

Kerry & Ashley (McMahon) Palmer ‘04

Richard & Cynthia (Barnick) Palmer ‘76

Palmer Brothers HardwareInc.

Mr. John Parille

Mr. and Mrs. David Parks ‘99

Mr. & Mrs. Douglas Pattison (P)

Larry & Domitila (CorteReal) Pereira ‘91 (PA)

Ms. M. Kathryn Peters ‘84

Mr. & Mrs. Elio Petta (P, PA) *

Ms. Beatriz (Pina) Smith ‘83

Dr. & Mrs. John Pitrelli (PA) *

Mr. Victor Pluto ‘73

Mr. Douglas Polistena

Ms. Kathleen Powers ‘81

Mr. CJ Previdi ‘26

Mr. Michael Pucci & Mrs.

Kim Kleinman Pucci (P)

David & Kathryn Quesnell

Mrs. Barbara (Berry) Randall ‘69

RAS Services, LLC

Mr. Kenneth Rausch ‘91

Mr. & Mrs. Anthony

Rebeiro (PA)

Mr. & Mrs. David Regan

Mr. Nathaniel Rendo ‘24

Mrs. Karen (Tomassi) Rezendes ‘69

Riccis Hair Salon & Hero

Barbershop

Mr. Larry Rice

Mr. Barry Rickert ‘71

Ms. Patricia Riebe

Andrew & Amanda Riepe ‘95

Mr. Matthew Riggs ‘21

Mr. Cary Riley ‘75

The Rios Family ‘81 (PA) ‘20

Mr. Anthony Rizzo, III ‘07

Tony & Patty Rizzo, Jr. (PA) Robert Taylor Photography

Ms. Candice Robertson

Pasquale & Gina Romano (P, PA)

Mr. Brian Romano ‘99

Mr. and Mrs. Robert Rooney

Mr. & Mrs. Bob Rossman (PA)

Rrici Restaurant

Scott and Tara (O’Keefe) ‘91 Ruszczyk (P)

Salon Michele

Mr. Thomas Sansone ‘78 & Ruth Beardsley

Mr. and Mrs. Bob Saraceni

Mr. Doug Sauerhaft

Tony Saviano ‘75

Mr. Anthony Scalzo

Mr. John Scalzo ‘92

Ms. Emma Scheckner ‘26

Mr. & Mrs. Robert Scherer (P)

Mrs. Mary Schlichtig (PA, GP)

Paul & Robin Schuyler (PA)

Donors

Mr. Ryan Scirbona ‘24

Mr. & Mrs. Edward Scirbona (PA)

Ms. Marjorie Shannon ‘81

ShopRite

Mr. Anthony Simone ‘01

Mary Ann (Canestrari) ‘79 and Robert Simonelli

Mr. Joseph Simonelli

Mr. and Mrs. Christopher Smith (P)

Mrs. Eileen Smith ‘73

Mr. & Mrs. Patrick Sniffin

Ms. Anne Soltes (P)*

Dr. Prashant Soni & Ms. Reina Guzman-Soni (P)

Nanci & Paul Stockmann * Structural Consulting Services, P.C.

Mr. & Mrs. Michael Sturges ‘67

Mr. & Mrs. Joseph Sullivan ‘83

Denise Sullivan ‘66

Mr. and Mrs. Francis J. Sullivan

Ms. Laura Sullivan ‘01 Summerhouse Productions, LLC

Mr. and Mrs. John Sutton ‘67

Mr. Thomas Sweeney ‘66

Russell & Lisa Sweeting (P)

Robert & Helen (Carr)

Tallaksen ‘85 (P, PA)

Robert & Ann (Gallagher) Taylor ‘73

Ms. Gail (Terry) Salvestrini ‘71

The Benjamin Restaurant & Bar

The Cake Boutique by Lauren

The Cheesecake Factory

The Music Learning Center, Inc.

The Putnam House

The Toy Tree

Mr. and Mrs. JT Thomas (P)

Mr. Richard Thurlow

Mr. Christopher Thurlow

Mr. Michael Timan ‘71

Ms. Deborah (Grandieri) Tomchik ‘73

Terry & Rich Tortora (PA)

Drs. Gary Townsend & Joan Draper Townsend (PA)

Ms. Laurie Trotto

Mr. William Tucker ‘24

Mr. Bill Tucker

Mr. & Mrs. Mark Vaghi ‘71

Mrs. Debra (Salvato) Vance ‘08

Molly Vannucci ‘01

Ms. Veronica Vawter

Mr. and Mrs. Alfred Ventesca (P)

Mrs. Margaret Vosswinkel (PA)

Mr. Bruce Walczak

Mr. Rick Wang ‘25

Ms. Rebecca Wardlow (P)

Mr. & Mrs. Stefan J. Weber (P)

Ms. Stephanie Weber

Bruce & Jeannine Weed (PA)

Ms. Shelby Weed ‘21

Mr. and Mrs. Ken Weinstein

Mr. & Mrs. Chad Wertman (P)

Mr. & Mrs. Alexander West (P)

Christopher & Laurie (McKenzie) White ‘81

Mr. and Mrs. George Whitmore

Ellen Williams & Gil Consolini (PA)

Ms. Eliza Williams Fraser

Mr. Michael Wilson & Mrs.

Sally Alvarez (PA)

Mrs. Margaret Wixted Auger ‘70

Emmanuel & Chanda Yamoah (P)

Mike Zarcone ‘68

Mr. Joseph Zielinski (PA)

Dr. & Mrs. Keith Zuccala (P, PA)

Mr. Alex Zuluaga ‘99

FRIENDS CLUB (up to $99) & Company on Bank 109 Cheese & Wine

Mr. Lou Albatian

All Aboard Pizzeria

Mr. & Mrs. Jason Ambrose (P)

Ms. Katelyn Ambrose ‘24

Anonymous Anonymous Anonymous Anonymous Anonymous Anonymous Anonymous Anonymous Anonymous Anonymous Anonymous Anonymous Anonymous

Mr. and Mrs. Lunda Asmani (P)

Bailey’s Backyard

Ms. Bonnie Bailie ‘24

Ms. Catherine Baptiste ‘24

Mr. and Mrs. John Basile

BD Provisions

Mr. Colby Bellone ‘19

Ms. Allie Bellone ‘22

Ms. Chloe Bellone ‘22

Bob & Cathy Blair (P, PA)

Blue Colony Diner

Mr. Seth Bogoslofski

Mr. Mark Bohacs

Ms. Victoria Bono ‘20

Books on the Common

Boost Bowls - Bethel

Mr. Donny Borkowski

Terry (Miller) Bourque ‘67

Ms. Donna Bowman

Brasserie Saint Germain

Bridgewater Chocolates

Robert & Ramona (Lariccia)

Brunetti ‘69 & ‘70

Daniel & Patricia Buckley (PA) *

Daniel & Patricia Buckley (PA) *

Mr. and Mrs. David Budzynski (P)

Burgerittoville

Mr. Jeff Butler

Ms. Jyotshna Buyyala (P)

Mr. Chris Canestrari

Mr. John Capilli Jr. ‘17

Mr. & Mrs. Robert Caruso (P)

Ms. Jenny Casey *

Ms. Linda Cellamare (P)

Kyle Cerminara ‘05

Ms. Sandra Cerveira ‘89

Charter Oak Brewery

Mr. Veer Chetal ‘24

Katie Chicklinski-Cahill ‘91

Ms. Parker Chieffalo ‘24

Ms. Rebecca Chory ‘24

Mr. and Mrs. Joshua Clay (P)

Mr. Patrick Coleman

Anne Coleman Gallagher ‘75

Mr. Thomas Conley ‘24

Mr. Dennis Conlon

Ms. Brigid Connors ‘24

Mr. & Mrs. Richard Connors (P)

Mr. Dominic Coppola ‘17

Mr. & Mrs. John Costa (P)

CY Collective

Mr. & Mrs. Christopher

Dahm ‘90 (P)

Mr. and Mrs. Christopher Daigle

Ms. Kathleen Dean ‘82

Ms. Christina DeFeo (P)

Del Primo Ristorante & Bar

Ms. Alexis Demko ‘21

Mr. Jason Dennison ‘21

Ms. Jessica Dennison ‘19

Ms. Joanne Despain (PA)

Mr. Josh DiBella ‘09

Dimitri’s Diner

Divine Dogs

Mr. James Doering ‘24

Ms. Gina Donnarummo

Mr. Kevin Dransfield

Mr. & Mrs. Kevin Dunleavy (PA) *

Elizabella’s Bake Shop

Susan (Cavanaugh) Elmore ‘67

Evergreen Juice Bar

Mr. Tyler Fahey ‘24

Famous Pizza

Ms. Caitlin Fanella ‘21

James & Christine (Preziosi) Fintel ‘91

Ms. Mary Fischer

Mr. John Foglia Jr.

Ms. Shea Foscato ‘24

Mr. & Mrs. Myco Jamaal Foy (P)

Ms. Mary Ann (Jakubek)

Frengs ‘01

Ms. Francesca Friscia ‘25

Ms. Mackenzy Garden ‘19

Ms. Alexys Garden ‘21

Mrs. Kathleen Gehan (PA)

Mrs. Brenda (Gereg) Aurelia ‘79

Gerosa Records

Ms. Mary (Bohan) Gilbert ‘81

Mrs. Maureen (Curran) Gilmartin ‘92

Ms. Sandra Gomes (P)

Mr. Chris Grabelski

Grassroots Ice Cream

Warren & Heather (Shea)

Greene ‘91

Greenwood Features

Mr. & Mrs. John and Danielle (Thyse) ‘97 Grepps Grounds Donut House

Ms. Julia Guallpa (P)

Mr. Joseph Gunzy ‘24

Mr. and Mrs. Jeffrey Haddad ‘95

Mr. Irv Haight

Ms. Layna (Helen) Haitsch Palumbo ‘84

Happy Dog Pet Salon LLC

Mr. & Mrs. Peter Harco (PA)

Mr. Michael Hatcher ‘24

Richard & Emily (Hanna)

Hayes ‘69

Mrs. Melissa Lopes Haynes ‘02

Mr. & Mrs. Eric Heineken (PA)

Ms. Olivia Heineken ‘20

Mr. Fabio Henao & Mrs. Ana

Marin (P)

Ms. Sofia Henao-Marin ‘24

Hers Modern Boutique

Mr. Christopher Houser *

Ms. Barabara Impagliazzo

Ms. Ann Jaehnig (PA)

Ms. Ellen Jamba (P)

Ms. Julia Jamba ‘24

Ms. Rachel Janik ‘24

Jo Jo’s Deli

Kevin & Karen (Houser) Johnston ‘86

Mr. & Mrs. Kevin Keenan PA

Ms. Liz Kelly

Walter & Nina (DeFranco) Kilcourse ‘72 & ‘73

Mr. Aiden Kortze ‘24

Mrs. Kristina Kulikauskas *

Mr. Kevin Kuntz

John & Elizabeth (Botelho) Kuzniewski ‘69

Ms. Rosemary Lilley ‘71

Megan LiVolsi ‘97

Mr. Sal Lombardi

Lucia Ristorante

Mr. John Madzula II ‘95

Ms. Jane Mahoney *

Mr. and Mrs. Greg Mango ‘80

Ms. Katherine Mariska

Paul & Sandy Markatos

Market Place Kitchen & Bar - Newtown

Mr. Francisco Martin

Fernandez & Mrs. Alicia Martin (P)

Ms. Caitlyn Mascetta ‘24

Ms. Taylor Mascetta ‘19

Mick and Catherine McDonough *

Mr. & Mrs. Terrence McNicholas ‘98

Mr. Lenny Mecca

Brian Melody ‘95

Mr. & Mrs. Brian Merritt (P, PA)

Danielle (Bissonette) Mink ‘13

Mr. David Mitchell ‘24

Mr. & Mrs. Paul V. Mohn, Jr. (PA)

Ms. Madison Moreau ‘23

Deacon and Mrs. Robert Morris

Mr. & Mrs. Robert Morse ‘83

George & Catherine (Richardson) Murdock ‘69

Ms. MaryAnn Murtha (PA)

My Place Restaurant

Newtown Nail Spa

Ms. Ava Noonan ‘24

Ms. Denise Noonan (P)

Ms. Nancy Northrop ‘03

Oak Barrel Wine & Spirits

Ms. Claire O’Connor ‘24

Mr. Michael O’Hare (P)

Ms. Maria O’Leary

Mr. & Mrs. Marco Osimanti (P)

Ms. Lauren Oskam ‘20

Mr. & Mrs. Kevin Bailie (P)

Ms. Ellamae Baldelli ‘67

Mr. John Banks (PA)

Mr. Gurvir Dhadda ‘10

Mr. Marco Dias ‘24

Kevin C. Hudak ‘03

Mr. Ryan Otterstrom

Ms. Lauraine (Dorman) Palazzo ‘73

Mr. Mark Pass & Ms. Cristin

Bidetti (PA)

Mr. Seth Perce

Mr. & Mrs. Robert Pertoso (PA)

Reverend Philip Lanh Phan*

Mr. Jaimie Lee Phillips & Mrs. Lisa Marie McKloskyCorreia (P)

Phinney’s

Mr. & Mrs. Steven Pilla (P)

Mr. Thomas Pilla ‘24

Planet Pizza

Robert & Lisa (Briscoe)

Plumb ‘78 (PA) *

Ms. Christine Portelance ‘81

Ms. Nicole Radliff ‘24

Mr. & Mrs. Michael Raduazzo (P)

Ms. Isabella Raduazzo ‘24

Mr. & Mrs. Mark Ralph (P)

Ms. Patricia Reitz ‘25

Reverie Brewing Company

Rocco’s Cafe and Delicatessen

Ms. Briana Romano ‘24

Mr. Cole Ross ‘23

Ross Artisinal Bakery & Cafe

Kathy (Judge) Roventini ‘92

Mrs. Stephanie Rugg *

Jeffrey & Dana (Henry)

GIFTS IN KIND

Saidman ‘87 (P, PA)

Ms. Jenna Saidman ‘24

Ms. Olivia Scherer ‘27

Mr. Benjamin Schultz ‘14

She La La

Mr. John Simonelli

Ms. Lauren Simonelli

Mr. Daniel Simonelli

Southwest Cafe

Stacey’s Totally Baked

Stew Leonard’s

Mr. Joseph Suarez ‘18

Ms. Madeline Suarez ‘20

Mr. Christopher Suarez ‘22

Mr. Michael Sullivan ‘98

Tambascio’s Italian Grill

Mr. & Mrs. Dean Tarsi ‘68

Terrasole Ristorante

The Greek

The Pottery Factory

Mr. & Mrs. John Timmel (P)

Mr. Alexander Tomas ‘99

Uncle Leo’s & Rosny Gournet

Cafe - Bethel

Vegas Mexican Kitchen and Bar

Mr. Mike Vitolo

Mr. & Mrs. Michael Weiner (PA)

Mr. and Mrs. James Wiemken

(P)

Alexa & Patrick Wild (PA) *

Mr. & Mrs. Anthony Xavier (PA)

Mr. Carl Zbigniew

Kazmierczak & Mrs. Kathleen Kazmierczak (P)

Zesto Organic Vegan Market & Juicery

Zoe & Company - The Sugar Beads Shop

In addition to gifts of cash and securities, Immaculate receives gifts of equipment, services and personal property. The following is a list of those that generously donated such gifts to Immaculate during the 2023-2024 school year.

Chick-fil-A

50 gift cards for Day of Giving incentives

James Coffey Gently used Matrix recumbent bike

Hollandia Nurseries, Inc. Floral arrangements

Seth Perce Three used office chairs

STAGE PRODUCTION SUPPORTERS

Robert Taylor Photography Photography services and images

Carol Stone Dinner, refreshment and decoration items for three school events

Thank you to the following donors who supported our productions of The Miraculous Journey of Edward Tulane and Disney’s The Little Mermaid.

ACT of Connecticut

Anonymous Anonymous through Booktix platform

Anonymous

Anonymous

Mr. and Mrs. David Budzynski (P)

Mrs. and Mr. Jeanette (Pesce) ‘93 Campo (P, PA)

Sal ‘81, Ellen & Parker ‘24

Chieffalo

CironeFriedberg, LLP, CPAs Earthmovers, Inc

Eastern Water Solutions

ADOPT-A-MUSTANG GIFTS

Mr. & Mrs. Francis Friscia (P)

Jose & Melisa (Farrell) Garcia ‘97 (P)

Ingersoll Auto of Danbury

Mr. & Mrs. Frank Janik Jr. (P)

Ms. Dijana Latkovic

Mary & Kevin Maloney

Dr. & Mrs. Benedict Miraglia (P)

The Bellone Family (P, PA, ‘17, ‘19, ‘22) *

Sean & Kelley (Stabell) O’Rourke ‘82 (PA)

Mr. & Mrs. Robert Scherer (P)

Mr. and Mrs. Francis J. Sullivan The Toy Tree

Thanks to your support we raised $28,660.00 for our Adopt-a-Mustang Fund. Gifts to this fund make a tremendous direct impact on the life of one or more students, providing tuition assistance at critical moments of financial need. Thank you for your care, generosity and for making a difference!

Anonymous

Anonymous

Michael & Debbie Basile (PA)

Mrs. Rosemary Bouffard (PA)

Ms. Donna Bowman

Mr. & Mrs. Philip Christe (PA)

Estate of Mary Foley

Mr. and Mrs. Donald Gaynor

Mrs. Carole Kaback (PA)

Dr. & Mrs. Frederick Kayal (PA)

Ms. Geraldine Kinsella ‘89

Knights of Columbus Marquette Council # 245

Knights of Columbus McGivney Council #29

Ms. Sheila M. Kuhn (PA)

Mr. Kevin Kuntz

Mr. & Mrs. James McNamara

Dr. and Mrs. Robert Merrer

Mr. & Mrs. Nelson

Mingachos ‘89 (PA)*

Deacon and Mrs. Robert Morris

Mr. Robert Murphy

Mrs. Claudia Negru *

The Bellone Family (P, PA, ‘17, ‘19, ‘22) *

Ms. Maria O’Leary

Mr. and Mrs. Robert Rooney

Saint Rose of Lima Church

Stamford Hospital Foundation

Stamford Hospital Maternal Child Health Service Line

SCHOLARSHIP GIFTS

Over the years, many have generously given to Immaculate High School to ensure its future. Your gifts to special funds have supported many students. Today’s students are beneficiaries of today’s gifts. We are grateful to the following alumni, parents and friends who have invested in Immaculate’s scholarship program.

Alumni Legacy Award

The Angeles T. Arredondo Foundation STEM Scholarship

Deacon Robert W. Becker, Sr. Memorial Scholarship

Saint Mary Church of Bethel

Dr. & Mrs. Henry Blansfield Scholarship

Mr. and Mrs. David Blansfield

Kevin & Patricia (McGrath) Palmer ‘73

Vincent K. Chesto Scholarship

Rev. Francis Corry Catholic Education Award

Mr. and Mrs. John F. Martin

David R. Couch Scholarship

David R. Couch Education Fund

Isabell Farrington Scholarship

Officer Donald J. Hassiak, Jr. Memorial Scholarship Brookfield Lions Charities, Inc.

Kerri Ann Holbrook Memorial Fund

Norman Kaback Memorial Scholarship

Dr. & Mrs. Frederick Kayal (PA)

Stephen A. Kaplanis Memorial Athletic Scholarship

Michelle Ann Kayal Scholarship Humanitarian Award

Michelle Ann Kayal Memorial Scholarship

Knights of Columbus McGivney Council #29 “Thomas Foley Scholarship” Estate of Mary Foley

Knights of Columbus St. Edward the Confessor Scholarship

George Landegger Scholarship

Mr. George F. Landegger

Gerard LeBlanc Scholarship

Lauren MacKay Scholarship

Ms. Nancy Cole

Ms. Barabara Impagliazzo

Mahoney Scholarship Fund

Robert & Barbara (Pawlisak)

Mahoney – “72 & ‘70

Marian Merit Award

Mark McGetrick Scholarship

Mark McGetrick Scholarship Fund

Mustang Basketball Camp Scholarship

Mustang Merit Award

Newtown Savings Foundation Scholarship

Outside Restricted Scholarships

Anonymous

Ms. Mary Regan

Fayette Overholt Scholarship

Presidential Merit Award

Gary Rushworth Memorial Scholarship

Mr. and Mrs. Russell Baldwin

Saint Marguerite Bourgeoys Scholarship

Saint Mary Parish of Ridgefield Scholarship

Derek Schmuecker Memorial Scholarship

Walter Szewczuk Memorial Scholarship

Candace Lee Williams Memorial Scholarship

Carolan & Patrick Dwyer (P, PA)

IHS Field Hockey Team

Mr. and Mrs. Kenneth LoBianco

Mrs. Janice Williams (GP)

ROBERT E. GERWIEN, SR. SCHOLARSHIP ENDOWMENT FUND

We are grateful to those who have made general gifts to the Robert E. Gerwien, Sr. Scholarship Endowment Fund and to those whose gifts were designated for named scholarships within the fund.

Endowment Fund Donors

William & Elayne Anderson (PA)

Mr. and Mrs. Fred Bacher (GP)

The Brew Family

Robert & Ramona (Lariccia) Brunetti ‘69 & ‘70

The Reverend Linda M. Butler ‘70

Mr. & Mrs. David Cappiello ‘86 (P, PA)/Capitol Hill Group

Mr. Raymond Depelteau ‘69

Brian & Kathleen (Mason) Fitzgerald ‘66

Mr. and Mrs. Sal Gilbertie

Mr. Robert Godfrey ‘66

Mr. & Mrs. Michael Gribbin (PA, GPA)

Mrs. Dorothy (Kieras) Grob ‘67

Paul & Paulette (Levesque) Hart ‘71 (PA)

Mr. Richard Honeck, Jr. ‘81

Mrs. Mary Ann Houser (PA)

Ms. Marta Keane ‘72

Siobhan Kieras ‘81

Mrs. Lisa (Casagrande) Koeppel ‘77

Mr. & Mrs. Christopher Mango ‘82

Mr. & Mrs. James Mannion ‘68

Mr. Thomas Francis McGrath ‘71

Dr. and Mrs. Robert Merrer

Mr. John Mulvihill ‘70

Notre Dame Church

Chris & Donna (Begg) Palmer ‘68 & ‘67

Ms. M. Kathryn Peters ‘84

Mrs. Mary Schlichtig (PA, GP)

The Estate of Marilynn & Joseph Vannucci

Mrs. Margaret Vosswinkel (PA)

Benjamin Bisbano Memorial Scholarship

Joe Canestrari Scholarship

Anonymous

Anonymous

Mr. Chris Canestrari

Mr. and Mrs. David Canestrari ‘69

Mr. Michael Canestrari

Mrs. Pamela M. Canestrari

Anne Coleman Gallagher ‘75

Mr. Patrick Coleman

Mr. and Mrs. Paul ‘74 and Kim Coleman

Mrs. Peggy (Shea) Hewett ‘74

Chris & Donna (Begg) Palmer ‘68 & ‘67

Mr. & Mrs. Steve Palmer ‘74 & Family

Palmer Brothers Hardware, Inc.

Mr. Cary Riley ‘75

Mr. Daniel Simonelli

Mr. John Simonelli

Mr. Joseph Simonelli

Ms. Lauren Simonelli

Mary Ann (Canestrari) ‘79 and Robert Simonelli

Liam Devine Scholarship

The Dr. Joseph B. & Lillian Stiefel Foundation

Weinshel Goldfarb Foundation

Nancy K. Dolan Scholarship

James P. Dolan & Nancy K Dolan Educational Scholarship Trust

Rebecca Draper Townsend Moral Compass Scholarship Award

Robert Gerwien Scholarship

The Henry Family Scholarship

Mrs. Carol Henry (PA, GP)

Gregory and Patricia LiVolsi Memorial Scholarships

Ms. Marla Berger

Ms. Kathleen LiVolsi ‘82

Mr. & Mrs. Timothy LiVolsi ‘80

Robert Murphy Scholarship

Mr. Robert Murphy

The Chris and Donna Palmer Scholarship

Chris & Donna (Begg) Palmer ‘68 & ‘67

Msgr. Weiss Scholarship

Saint Rose of Lima Church

Veterans Day Assembly

Military color guard presented the United States and military flags while the school’s Inspire Choir opened the ceremony, which included distinguished veterans, Immaculate alumnus and state Superior Court Judge Thomas Saadi, school leaders and students. Immaculate’s sign language students also signed the songs for the audience. The school publicly recognized each local veteran in attendance and presented them with a gift commemorating their service.

Visitors to the ceremony were welcomed to Immaculate by the school’s Veterans Hill of Honor on its front lawn. The school’s community members purchased flags with yellow ribbons to recognize a special veteran by name. Immaculate presented a check for $2,000 from the proceeds of this tribute which will support the Connecticut Department of Veterans Affairs.

Immaculate’s Chaplain Father Philip Phan started the ceremony with gratitude for all who have served.  “We thank you for your sacrifice, courage and selflessness. Bless all our veterans, especially those who bear the physical and emotional scars of their service,” Phan said. “Grant them healing, comfort and peace. We pray for those who have given their lives in the service of our nation. May their souls rest in your eternal peace.”

VETERANS DAY HILL OF HONOR DONORS

Del Albano by Ms. Laurie Albano ‘76

Francis Cervelli Quintano by Anonymous

Paul Chila, Michael Burns by Anonymous

Michael D’Antoni by Anonymous

James Ryan by Anonymous

George Sallaberry by Anonymous

Ronald P. Burns by Anonymous

Albert John Baldelli by Ms. Ellamae Baldelli ‘67

Thank You, Thank You, Thank You by Mr. John Banks (PA)

Richard C. Banning, Robert D. Dugan by Mr. & Mrs. Scott Banning ‘87

Thomas McManus, Robert Blair, Sr. by Bob & Cathy Blair (P, PA)

Frederick N. Miller by Terry (Miller) Bourque ‘67

Joseph Zappavigna by Mr. and Mrs. Louis Calamari *

John J. Ciarleglio, Frank Cappiello, J. Ciarleglio by Mr. & Mrs. David Cappiello ‘86 (P, PA)/Capitol Hill Group

Dennis Kratz by Ms. Linda Cellamare (P)

Salvatore Chieffalo, Sr., Walter Ruckel by Sal ‘81, Ellen & Parker ‘24 Chieffalo

Anton Chory by Mr. & Mrs. Mark Chory (P)

Joseph J. Palczynski by Mr. & Mrs. John Costa (P)

James Deakin by Ms. Kathleen Dean ‘82

Zachary S. Long, Alexandra Collier, Daniel Collier, James William Thomas by Ms. Joanne Despain (PA)

Ernest DiNatale, Joseph DiNatale by Mr. & Mrs. Brian DiNatale (P, PA)

Robert Ward, Joseph Benbow by Donna (Ward) Doran ‘85 (P, PA)

Michael Papowski by Carolan & Patrick Dwyer (PA)

Michael Foy by Mr. & Mrs. Myco Jamaal Foy (P)

Louis Friscia by Mr. & Mrs. Francis Friscia (P)

Lt. Valentine Curran, Class of ‘87 by Mrs. Maureen (Curran) Gilmartin ‘92

John C. Grabert by William & Kathleen (Flanagan) Grabert ‘72

Joseph Brown by Mr. & Mrs. Jay Gunzy ‘85 (PA)

Richard C. Haitsch, Aurel J. Haitsch, Jr., Margaret Haitsch, Elmer Humphrey by Ms. Layna (Helen) Haitsch Palumbo ‘84

Charles L. Levesque, Willis E. Hart by Paul & Paulette (Levesque) Hart ‘71 (PA)

Bob Hanna ‘74, Dale Hanna by Richard & Emily (Hanna) Hayes ‘69

Arthur L. Horan, Jr. by Gregory Horan ‘72

Colonel Mark D. Mariska, US Army Retired by Mr. & Mrs. Frank Janik Jr. (P)

Philip Hood by Mr. Joseph Lopes & Mrs. Dawn Hood-Lopes (P)

Albert S. Wasko, William R. Lucchesi, Angelo R. Lucchesi, Dominic J. Staula, Christopher Sanford, Joseph Staula by Mr. Albert Wasko & Mrs. Caryl Lucchesi ‘72

Gerald Monaghan, Támás Ludányi by Mr. & Mrs. Paul Ludanyi (PA) *

Carmine Andrew Scampoli, Andrew Scampoli, Thomas William Lynch, Arthur Ranta, Thomas Stallings, Dennis Patrick Maloney by Mary & Kevin Maloney

Frederick Jones by Ms. Kristine Martin (P)

Louis Russo by Dr. Chris & Lori Mascetta (P, PA)

Donald Severino Mello, Guido Cipriano Zampini by Ms. Dale Mello (PA)

John Crisalli by Mr. & Mrs. David Mitchell (P)

Ralph B. Savarese, Robert E. Murray by Mr. & Mrs. Robert Murray (P)

Arthur Burke by Mr. Michael O’Hare (P)

Pietro Osimanti by Mr. & Mrs. Marco Osimanti (P)

H. Eugene Clair by Mr. Ryan Otterstrom

James Irving Stein, Sr., Patrick Barriteau by Mr. & Mrs. Charnay Phaire (P)

William Walter Meyerback by Mr. Jaimie Lee Phillips & Mrs. Lisa Marie McKlosky-Correia (P)

Stephen Piccolo, Sr., Anthony Vaccaro, Sr., Anthony Vaccaro, Jr. by Mr. & Mrs. Stephen Piccolo, Jr.

Ted Mollison, John Ralph by Mr. & Mrs. Mark Ralph (P)

Santi V. Girolamo, Dominick Destito, Vincent Inglese by Pasquale & Gina Romano (P, PA)

Charles Favreau by Linda & David Sabel

Howard F. Schmiedel, Jr. and Robert J. Simpson by Robert & Anne (Simpson) Schmiedel ‘71

Alexander F. Himmelberg by Mr. Benjamin Schultz ‘14

John J. Timmel, Sr. by Mr. & Mrs. John Timmel (P)

Chad K. Wertman 82nd Airborne, John J. Curry Combat Engineer by Mr. & Mrs. Chad Wertman (P)

Victor Portocarrero, Stanton Burstein, Whitmore Family by Mr. & Mrs. Thomas Whitmore (P)

Wade Barstow, Michael Wiemken by Mr. and Mrs. James Wiemken (P)

Bob Tulipani by Mr. Carl Zbigniew Kazmierczak & Mrs. Kathleen Kazmierczak (P)

TRUE BLUE SOCIETY

The True Blue Society recognizes Immaculate’s most loyal donors. Membership begins with a donor’s fifth consecutive annual fiscal gift, at any level, and continues with ongoing yearly support. Gifts from True Blue Society donors not only sustain Immaculate, but help it thrive.

Kevin & Lori (Dennehy)

Burns ‘76

Mr. Joseph Abdella ‘66

ACT of Connecticut

Adam Broderick Salon & Spa

Ms. Laurie Albano ‘76

Victor & Isabel (Vaz CorteReal) Almeida ‘93 & ‘94 (P)

William & Elayne Anderson (PA)

Anonymous

Anonymous

Anonymous

Anonymous

Anonymous

Anonymous

Anonymous

Anonymous

Anonymous

Anonymous

Anonymous

Anonymous

Anonymous

Anonymous

Anonymous

Anonymous

Jim & Maureen Arconti (PA)

Mr. David Arconti

Mr. Carl Bailey ‘71 & Mrs.

Lauren Dalton Bailey

Ms. Andrea Baker ‘84

Mr. Raymond Baker ‘86

Mr. & Mrs. Scott Banning ‘87

Mr. Donald Barton ‘68

Michael & Debbie Basile (PA)

Robert & Patricia (Tulipani) Becker ‘72

Mrs. Priscilla Behling (PA)

The Bellone Family (P, PA, ‘17, ‘19, ‘22) *

Bob & Cathy Blair (P, PA)

Mr. & Mrs. Paul Blaszka ‘87

Mr. David Bonilla ‘00

Mr. & Mrs. David & Lisa

Bono (PA)

Ms. Victoria Bono ‘20

Mrs. Rosemary Bouffard (PA)

Mr. & Mrs. Jack Bouffard ‘93

Terry (Miller) Bourque ‘67

Barbara Dominakus Braatz ‘89

Mr. & Mrs. James Bremner (P, PA)

Mr. & Mrs. Robert Brown (GPA)

Mr. Paul Brown ‘70

Thomas & Sheelah Brown

Daniel & Patricia Buckley (PA) *

Mr. John Capilli (PA)

Mr. & Mrs. David Cappiello ‘86 (P, PA)/Capitol Hill Group

Caraluzzi’s Markets Fund

Kathleen & Chris Casey

Mike Casey ‘77

Ms. Jenny Casey *

Ms. Linda Cellamare (P)

Kyle Cerminara ‘05

Mr. & Mrs. Fil Cerminara (PA)

Chick-fil-A

Sal ‘81, Ellen & Parker ‘24 Chieffalo

James & Nicole (Randazzo) Cipriani ‘90 & ‘89

Mr. & Mrs. Tony Cirone (PA) CironeFriedberg, LLP, CPAs

Mr. Joseph Coleman (PA, GP)

Mr. & Mrs. Christian Conley (P, PA)

Ellen Williams & Gil Consolini (PA)

Mr. Dominic Coppola ‘17

Mr. & Mrs. Dan Corgan

Mr. Matt Corso

Mr. Christopher Cosio ‘97

Mr. & Mrs. Todd Cropsey (P, PA)

Ms. Susan Crowe (PA)

Mr. Paul Cumming ‘67

David R. Couch Education Fund

Mrs. Nancy (Sousa) Degree ‘92

Del-Tron Precision, Inc.

Jeannie Coleman Demko ‘88 (PA) *

Joleen Garofalo Dennison ‘86 (P, PA)

Mr. Gerald Densk ‘87

Mr. Josh DiBella ‘09

Mr. & Mrs. Vincent DiGilio ‘00

Mr. & Mrs. Brian DiNatale (P, PA)

Mr. & Mrs. Joseph DiVestea (PA)

Don & Katie Doering (P, PA)

Mr. & Mrs. Andrew Doherty (P, PA) * Anonymous?

Mrs. Andrea Dolan ‘84

Ms. Gina Donnarummo

Donna (Ward) Doran ‘85 (P, PA)

Joseph T. Draper ‘82

Brad & Lynn (LaForte)

Dudas ‘85 (P, PA)

Dugout Dreams, LLC

Peter & Nancy (Milot) Duhamel ‘66 (PA)

Mr. & Mrs. Kevin Dunleavy (PA) *

Mr. & Mrs. Edward Durkin ‘72

Carolan & Patrick Dwyer (P, PA)

Earthmovers, Inc

Mr. & Mrs. Marc Ennis ‘93

F & M Electric Supply Co.

Doug Fachnie (PA)

Mr. & Mrs. Patrick Fahey (PA)

Jim & Christine Fahey (P, PA)

Mr. & Mrs. John Fitzpatrick (PA)

Mr. & Mrs. Kevin Flanagan (PA)

Martin & Mary Ann (Grandieri) Foncello ‘70 (PA)*

Mr. & Mrs. Michael Frank ‘72

The Fredette Family (PA, ‘12, ‘14, ‘18)

Ms. Kathleen (Frainier) Fredrickson ‘81

Ms. Karen Freitag (PA)

Ms. Mary Ann (Jakubek) Frengs ‘01

Dennis Fulling ‘83

Ms. Mackenzy Garden ‘19

Ms. Regina Gardner ‘68

Ms. Joan Garofalo (PA, GP)

Todd & Linda Garvey (P, PA)

Mr. Colin Gehan ‘99

Mr. Robert Gerwien, Sr. (PA)*

Mr. & Mrs. Bibek & Lisa Ghosh (PA)

Mr. Perry Ghosh ‘21

Mr. Michael Gianfranceschi ‘72

Mr. & Mrs. Anthony Giobbi

Carol & John Goode (PA)

William & Kathleen (Flanagan) Grabert ‘72

Mr. Gary Gramling ‘72

Ms. Mary Gulya ‘66

Mrs. Dorathea Gulya-Stasny ‘67

Mr. & Mrs. Jay Gunzy ‘85 (PA)

Mr. & Mrs. Kurt Guth (P, PA)

Mrs. Robin (Modzelewski)

Haddad ‘90

Mr. & Mrs. Arthur Haddad (PA)

Halas Farm Market

Mr. Michael Hanlon

Paul & Paulette (Levesque) Hart ‘71 (PA)

Mr. & Mrs. Gerry Hatcher (PA)*

Mr. & Mrs. James Hawk ‘82 (PA)

Mr. & Mrs. Thomas Hefferon ‘78

Mr. & Mrs. Christopher Henn (P, PA)

Andrea Henry ‘90

Miss Victoria Hickey ‘66

Mrs. Christy (Green) Hickey ‘89

Mr. Paul Hiro ‘68

Mr. Chris Hogan ‘90

Hollandia Nurseries, LLC

Ms. Frances J. (Polakowski) Holloway ‘72

Gregory Horan ‘72

Mr. & Mrs. Robert Hossan ‘72

Mr. Christopher Houser *

Michael & Cynthia Hudak (PA)

Mr. Michael R. Hufnagel ‘97

Ms. Ann Jaehnig (PA)

Mr. & Mrs. Frank Janik Jr. (P)

Bill & Becky (Gage) Johnston ’85 (P, PA)

Brendan ‘68 & Joyce Jugler

Dr. & Mrs. Frederick Kayal (PA)

Ms. Marta Keane ‘72 Azian & Joseph Kearney

Ben & Maggie (Bierwirth)

Kent ‘91 (PA)

Sean & Maureen (Elston)

Kerins ‘77 (PA)

Siobhan Kieras ‘81

Mr. Edward Kilian III ‘99

Knights of Columbus

Marquette Council # 245

Samantha & Peter Kohler *

Dr. Cathleen Kowalski ‘68

Mr. & Mrs. Roger Krystopa

Mr. Edward LaMere ‘77

Mr. George F. Landegger

Ms. Lisa Lanni

Mr. & Mrs. Michael Lasco (PA)

Mr. & Mrs. Daniel LeBlanc (PA)

Mr. & Mrs. Ian Lenz (P, PA)

Mr. & Mrs. Joseph LeRose (P)

Mr. Mark Linkowski ‘91

Ms. Kathleen LiVolsi ‘82

Mr. & Mrs. Timothy LiVolsi ‘80

Mr. Wayne Lounsbury ‘99

Linda & Thomas MacGregor (PA)

William & Kimberly (Werdann) MacKinnon ‘91 (P) *

Robert & Barbara (Pawlisak) Mahoney - ‘72 & ‘70

Mary & Kevin Maloney

Market Place Kitchen & BarDanbury

Ms. Taylor Mascetta ‘19

Mr. Michael J. Mazzucco (PA)

Mr. & Mrs. Thomas

McGoldrick (PA)

Mr. & Mrs. Brian McGovern ‘89 (PA)

Kieran & Deborah McGrath (PA)

Mr. & Mrs. Frank McGreal (PA)

Mr. & Mrs. Ralph McIntosh ‘68 (PA)

Drs. Gregory & Dorothy McKenna (PA)

McKenna Orthodontics

Mr. & Mrs. Jeffrey McKenzie (P, PA)

Mr. & Mrs. Shawn McLoughlin (P, PA)

Mr. & Mrs. Terrence McNicholas ‘98

Mr. & Mrs. Albert Mead

Ms. Maura Melody (PA)

Brian Melody ‘95

Tom & Maureen Mertens *

Mr. & Mrs. Nelson Mingachos ‘89 (PA)*

Scott & Marianne (Urkiel) Mitchell ‘81 (PA)

Mittler, Mercaldo & Braun, P.C.

Mr. & Mrs. Paul V. Mohn, Jr. (PA)

Mono-Crete Step & Vault, LLC

Mr. Louis Montesi

Mrs. Robin Moravsky *

Mr. & Mrs. Dana Moreau (P, PA)

Mr. & Mrs. Andrew Morgado ‘90

Mr. & Mrs. Lawrence Morgan ‘71

Mr. & Mrs. Robert Morse ‘83

Mr. John Mulvihill ‘70

George & Catherine (Richardson) Murdock ‘69

Ms. Honora Murphy ‘76

Mr. Robert Murphy

Mr. & Mrs. Eric Nadeau ‘86

Mr. & Mrs. Kevin Nadeau ‘99

Mr. & Mrs. Paul Ludanyi (PA) * Martin & Jennifer (Brockelman) Lynch ‘79 (PA)

Paul & Elizabeth Naves (PA)

Robert & Dorothy Neil

Newtown Savings Bank

Norbert E. Mitchell Co., Inc.

NY-Conn Corporation

Mr. & Mrs. Kevin O’Connor (P)

Lucia & Steve O’Hara (PA)

Rob O’Neill ‘91

Sean & Kelley (Stabell)

O’Rourke ‘82 (PA)

Sean & Kelly (Stabell)

O’Rourke ‘82 (PA)

Mrs. Linda Orlando Ottavio ‘69

Chris & Donna (Begg)

Palmer ‘68 & ‘67

Kevin & Patricia (McGrath) Palmer ‘73

Michael & Nancy (Buzaid)

Palmer ‘69

Mr. & Mrs. Steve Palmer ‘74 & Family

Pana Incorporated

Larry & Domitila (CorteReal) Pereira ‘91 (PA)

Mr. & Mrs. Elio Petta (P, PA) *

Mr. & Mrs. Stephen Piccolo, Jr.

David & Sarah (Nadeau) Pineault ‘90

Jose & Catherine (Gerwien)

Pinto ‘76

Robert & Lisa (Briscoe)

Plumb ‘78 (PA)*

Preferred Maintenance, Inc.

Mrs. Jo-Anne (Tomanio)

Price ‘66

Joan Pryde ‘77

Mr. James Purcell III ‘71

David & Kathryn Quesnell

Mrs. Leslie Quinn *

Mr. & Mrs. Richard Radliff (P, PA)

Mrs. Barbara (Berry) Randall ‘69

Mr. & Mrs. Anthony Rebeiro (PA)

Mr. & Mrs. Eugene Reelick (PA)

Mr. & Mrs. Bernard Reidy, Jr. ‘89 (PA)

Arthur & Arlene Rice (PA, GP)

Mr. Barry Rickert ‘71 Ridgewood Country Club

Mr. & Mrs. Michael Riggs (P, PA)

The Rios Family ‘81 (PA) ‘20

Tony & Patty Rizzo, Jr. (PA)

Rizzo Companies, Inc.

Roger Electric Inc.

Pasquale & Gina Romano (P, PA)

Sam & Jennifer Rosenblum (PA)

BUSINESS SUPPORTERS

Mr. & Mrs. Jeff Ross (PA)

Mr. & Mrs. Bob Rossman (PA)

Peter & Kathleen Ruppert ‘82

Mr. & Mrs. Thomas J. Saadi,

Esq. ‘88 (P)

Linda & David Sabel

Jeffrey & Dana (Henry)

Saidman ‘87 (P, PA)

Saint Edward the Confessor

Holy Trinity Parish

Saint Joseph Church of Brookfield

Saint Mary Church of Bethel

Saint Mary Parish of Ridgefield

Saint Rose of Lima Church

Mr. Frank Salvatore, Jr. ‘84

Patricia Saviano ‘69

Tony Saviano ‘75

Savings Bank of Danbury

Mr. Anthony Scalzo

Bob Schlichtig ‘89

Robert & Anne (Simpson)

Schmiedel ‘71

Mr. & Mrs. Stephen

Sedensky III ( PA)

Ms. Marjorie Shannon ‘81

Silent Watchman Security Services

Silent Watchman Security

Services - Vincent & Denise

Dascano (PA)

Ms. Anne Soltes (P)*

Anna & Matthew Stankey (PA)

Stew Leonard’s

Carol Stone*

Mr. & Mrs. Michael Sturges ‘67

Joseph & Denise (Henry)

Suarez ‘87 (P, PA) *

Ms. Madeline Suarez ‘20

Mr. & Mrs. Joseph Sullivan ‘83

Denise Sullivan ‘66

Russell & Lisa Sweeting (P)

Robert & Helen (Carr)

Tallaksen ‘85 (P, PA)

Mr. & Mrs. Dean Tarsi ‘68

The Dr. Joseph B. & Lillian

Stiefel Foundation

Terry & Rich Tortora (PA)

Drs. Gary Townsend & Joan

Draper Townsend (PA)

Kevin & Katherine Tucker (P, PA)

Mr. Martin P. Tuite ‘84

Union Savings Bank

Mr. and Mrs. James Vaccarelli ‘73

Mr. & Mrs. Mark Vaghi ‘71

Mr. & Mrs. Robert Van Houten ‘72

Van Houten & Company, LLC

Molly Vannucci ‘01

Geoffrey & Kathleen (Mahoney) Wakeford ‘77 (PA)

Mr. & Mrs. Michael Weiner (PA)

Drs. Elizabeth & David

Weinshel (PA)

Alice Motta Wells ‘72

Westchester Modular Homes, Inc.

Mrs. Kelly (Moffa) Whalen ‘90

Christopher & Laurie (McKenzie) White ‘81

Mrs. Janice Williams (GP)

Margaret (Reese) Williamson ‘71

Mr. Michael Wilson & Mrs.

Sally Alvarez (PA)

Mr. Peter Wixted ‘76

Mike Zarcone ‘68

Mr. Joseph Zielinski (PA)

Dr. & Mrs. Keith Zuccala (P, PA)

Thank you to the following businesses which supported Immaculate during the 2023-2024 school year.

A & J Construction

Adam Broderick Salon & Spa

Assad’s Food Service

Attorney Anne M. Ragusa

BD Provisions

Bill Flood Golf @ Newtown

Golf LAB

Caraluzzi’s Markets Fund

Chick-fil-A

CironeFriedberg, LLP, CPAs

Claris Design Build

Classic Equipment Services, Inc.

Collins Hannafin, P.C.

Cronin Photography

Danbury Ice Arena

Del-Tron Precision, Inc.

Diversified Printing Solutions, Inc.

Dugout Dreams, LLC

Earthmovers, Inc

Elevate Hair Salon

Elmer’s Diner Inc.

F & M Electric Supply Co.

Halas Farm Market

Hollandia Nurseries, LLC

Imperial Electronic Assembly, LLC

Ingersoll Auto of Danbury

Integ Systems Corporation

Jowdy-Kane Funeral Home

Kane Funeral Home

MATCHING GIFTS DONORS

K-Man Glass Corp.

Market Place Kitchen & BarDanbury

McKenna Orthodontics

McKenney Mechanical Contractors, Inc.

Michael J. Mazzucco, P.C.

Mike Riccio Sports LLC

Mittler, Mercaldo & Braun, P.C.

Mono-Crete Step & Vault, LLC

Mr. Kevin Archer, Archer

Engineering New Fairfield Press, Inc.

Newtown Savings Bank

Norbert E. Mitchell Co., Inc.

NY-Conn Corporation

Pana Incorporated

Preferred Maintenance, Inc.

Regional Hospice

Reverie Brewing Company

Richter Park Golf Course

Ridgewood Country Club

Rizzo Companies, Inc.

Robert Taylor Photography

Roger Electric Inc.

Savings Bank of Danbury

Silent Watchman Security Services

Stage to Move

Immaculate is grateful to the following individuals for securing matching gifts from their employers.

Ignatius Anandappa (P)

Anonymous

Mark Baker ‘90

Raymond Baker ‘86

Patrick Dwyer (P, PA)

Keith Goodwin (PA)

Patrick Gribbin ‘90

Don Kallberg (PA)

Benjamin Kent (PA)

David Greg Kerl ‘82

Stew Leonard’s

Structural Consulting Services, P.C.

The Cake Boutique by Lauren

The Innovative CPA Group LLC

Traveling Chic Boutique

Union Savings Bank

Van Houten & Company, LLC

Victorian Associates LLC

Wear the Best

Westchester Modular Homes, Inc.

Timothy Nevin (PA)

Bernard Reidy ‘89

Matthew Stankey (PA)

CLASS NOTES 60’s

60’s 70’s

Denise Sullivan ‘66 & John Butkowsky ‘66 hosted a gathering of classmates and friends in Seminole Florida! From left to right, Denise Sullivan ‘66, Sue (Kalil) Reaves ‘66, John Butkowsky ‘66, Tom Peterson ‘66, Doris (Fontaine) Peterson ‘66, Bill Goddard (only attended IHS for one year, but he said “Once a Mustang always a Mustang” applies) and Marguerite who graduated with Bill.

Class of ‘68 Annual Christmas get together with some of the guys from the Class of ‘68. Front row: Mike Fagan ‘68, Rich Leary ‘68, Tim McMullin ‘68, Brendan Jugler ‘68. Back row: Paul Hiro ‘68, Ralph McIntosh ‘68, Mike Zarcone ‘68, Emil Curran ‘68, Gary Michael ‘68, Bill Lewis ‘68.

Class of ‘68

The Class of ‘68 really likes to get together. Anywhere. Anytime. Lunch in Melbourne, FL in February included Emil Curran ‘68, Anne Marie (Stokes) Goddard ‘68, Brenda (Sturges) Setterberg ‘68 and Tricia (Shea) Mancuso ‘68.

Members of the Class of ‘68 got together for a spur of the moment celebration at Armando’s Restaurant in November. They enjoyed the opportunity to catch up, have a few laughs and tell stories of their IHS days. Front row : Regina Gardner‘68, Pat (Stankaitis) O’Neil ‘68, Maria (Bento) Goncalves ‘68, Kathy (Farnan) Vanduzee ‘68. Back row: Emil Curran ‘68, Kathy (Morgan) Ehli ‘68, Gloria (DeCesare) Gross ‘68, Joyce (Jowdy) Curran ‘68, Terry (Hegarty) White ‘68, Barbara Lombardi ‘68, Sue (Mitchell) Westerberg ‘68, Tom Curran ‘68

70’s

‘70

and Peggy (Tita) Lopes ‘70

90’s 00’s 20’s 10’s

of the Danbury community who exemplify the ideals of the Boy Scouts of America and recipients are chosen for their outstanding community service and leadership.

Class of ‘77 classmates got together for a birthday dinner and celebrated more than 47 years of friendship.

(Left to Right) Donna (Louis) Hart ‘77, Rena (Doolan) Kennedy ‘77, Kathleen (Mahoney) Wakeford ‘77, Lisa (Casagrande) Koeppel ‘77 and Noreen (Keeler) Barbarula ‘77

80’s 80’s

Rockin’ In The 80’sMike Lynch ‘80, Jim Lynch ‘88, Jerry Densk ‘87, Michael Geary ‘80 and Liz (Dolce) Lynch ‘81 performed at Jamafest IV - A Night of Hope music festival in November and helped raise $11,000 to benefit St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.

Alesia (Sullivan) Zaionz ‘81 wants to share that her 2 ½ year battle with breast cancer is over. Her husband, Craig, and she rang the bell after her final injection of Herceptin on February 15. She wants to be here for anyone going through this or who is supporting someone who is. Alesia also adds “ ‘81. Second to None!”

Sandra Champlain ‘84 is thrilled to share the following. “I am sure we all have great moms who gave us our start in life. A year ago, I entered a nationwide contest that asked for stories of extraordinary mothers to tell the story of my mom, Marion. I did not know what the contest was for, but knew I MUST share her incredible story. Almost a year later, I learned that I was a contest winner and Mom’s story is now in a #1 bestselling book called “Love, Mom” by Dr. Nicole Saphier, radiologist at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center in NYC. The book has been promoted all over television with several hundred thousands of copies sold. My 82-year-old mom had no idea that I entered her story in the contest and it has brought so much excitement back into our lives after losing our 33-year old business due to Covid. We never know the difference we can make if we follow our instincts and aim our sights at being loving and making a difference for another.”

Beth (Gerwien) Iaciofano ‘85 After graduating college, Beth worked as a laboratory technologist for 10 years, gave birth to her daughter and then became a science teacher. Reinventing herself, Beth left a 17-year career as a middle school science teacher to start a business as a certified master transformational life coach and loves it! Helping people unpack patterns and beliefs that don’t serve them and guide them to create the life they desire is her mission.

Michael Lukianoff ‘87, CEO and founder of SignalFlare.ai, a company that helps restaurant chains manage their pricing and profits through machine learning models was the winner of the Snowflake Startup Challenge 2024. SingalFlare.ai was one of

Timothy Fitzgerald

enjoyed a family gathering during his move to South Florida.

Phil

celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary in May.

Bob Botelho ‘73 was awarded the Greater Danbury Good Scout Award in November. This award is presented to members

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900 start-ups that participated in the challenge which is “a premiere showcase for emerging startups, garnering interest from companies in over 100 countries and offering a prize package featuring a portion of up to $1 million in potential investment opportunities and exclusive mentorship and marketing opportunities from NYSE.”

90’s

Kristi (Setaro) Hujik ‘91 is a senior producer for PGA TOUR Radio on SiriusXM and is also a Certified International Health Coach. She takes personal clients and also works for one of the best functional medicine doctors in the world-Dr. Will Cole. She has a passion for helping others and also started the Ripple Effect Connection Podcast with an emphasis on connecting and empowering people especially those suffering from autoimmune disease.

Kelly (Durkin) LaReau ‘93, owner of J.Law Kitchen & Craft Bar located in Danbury which was recently named by Yelp as a “Hot and New Women Owned Restaurants to visit in the US in 2024.” Out of the top 25 restaurants in the US, only two were in New England!

00’s

promoted to full professor in the Department of Sociology at the University of Alberta. Congratulations Michelle!

Jonathan Dator ‘01 accepted a position as Director of the Counseling Center at St. John’s University. He is Chief Mental Health Officer at the second largest Catholic University in the country.

Clark and Kate Neugold ‘05, owners of three restaurants in Newtown, CT were recognized in Connecticut Magazine’s Top Restaurants for 2024. Their restaurant, Good Old Days, was recognized for overall excellence and was the Experts’ Pick for Overall Value in the pizza category. Marygold’s on Main, also owned by the Neugold’s, was recognized as a top New American restaurant. Congratulations!

10’s

Andrea (Westervelt) Cornell ‘10 was recognized as an industry leader in Powerbook 2024 Recognizing Excellence & Achievement in the Electrical Vertical Take-off and Landing Aircraft Industry. Congratulations Andrea!

Taylor O’Brien ‘11 was appointed the first female Chief of Staff to the Mayor for the city of Danbury.

Meredith Keenan ‘14 graduated from Georgetown Law in May 2023. She has passed the bar exam and was admitted to the District of Columbia bar. Here with Glenfiddich, her Border Collie who received a “Doctor of Paws” for his support. While at Georgetown, Meredith was the Editor-In-Chief of the Annual Survey of White Collar Crime for the American Criminal Law Review. Meredith has started her legal career as an associate with Sidley Austin in their Washington DC office.

Katie McAdams ‘17 changed jobs and is now the Communications Manager for Babbit Bodner, an Atlanta based communications consulting firm.

Ronan Doherty ‘18 is a Distinguished Honor Graduate from Infantry Basic Officer Leadership Course (May) and most recently (August 18, 2023) graduated from Army Ranger training course.

Academy. He earned the Academic Achievement Award with a final average of 98.18. He is currently serving as a Judicial Marshal in the Stamford/Norwalk Judicial District.

Tommy Coonan ‘19 Over the past two years Tommy has been one of the lead researchers on a cancer study that involves injecting a gel in certain animals that after several weeks turns into bone marrow. The implications for treatment of certain bone and blood cancers in humans (and animals) is enormous. He did this in addition to his biomedical engineering studies at UC Davis and was a co-author on the academic paper releasing their findings to the medical community about this study. Tommy graduated from UC Davis and is working at SeaSpine-a Carlsbad (north of San Diego) company that seeks solutions for people with spinal injuries.

Mackenzy Garden ‘19 Huge congratulations to Mackenzy, who was a fifth year student at Stevens Institute of Technology, on her selection to the MAC-Freedom All-Sportsmanship team which recognizes student-athletes who exemplify great character and display exceptional sportsmanship both on and off the field.

Frank Chieffalo ‘19 graduated first in his class from the State of Connecticut Judicial Marshal

Dr. Michelle Maroto ‘00 was

10’s

James Vigar ‘19 graduated this spring with a B.S. in architecture from Roger Williams University and will pursue a master’s degree in architecture. He has been an active member in RWU student organizations, participated in student research for Exploring the State of Practices in Emerging Construction Technologies and won a design competition for the new Bristol Town Beach and Sports Complex entrance kiosk in Bristol, RI which will be completed this summer. He finished a semester abroad in Florence, Italy and is excited to continue his education in architecture at Roger Williams.

20’s

Amanda Bittner ‘20 graduated from Pace University where she earned a Bachelor of Science degree in health science with a minor in public health. Amanda’s next step is attending Fairfield University’s Accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing Program.

Kelly Chieffalo ‘20 graduated from Quinnipiac University with a master’s of health science in advanced medical imaging and leadership with a concentration in MRI. She is currently employed as a radiologic technologist at Nuvance Health.

Keelan Doherty ‘20 graduated from Northeastern University with a Bachelor of Science degree in mechanical engineering. He will be returning to Northeastern for a master’s degree in mechanical engineering with a concentration in mechatronics and graduate certificate in engineering leadership through the Gordon Institute. He will also be working at Amazon Robotics over the next year as a hardware engineer co-op where he will complete his master’s thesis project.

Hunter Kirkman ‘20 graduated from Northeastern University with a BS in mechanical engineering and a minor in experience design. He will be serving as a Catholic missionary with Saint Paul’s Outreach (SPO). In this role, he will be outreaching to students and walking with them in their faith journey, helping run socials, retreats, a men’s group and more to build a Catholic community on a college campus.

Sophia Mingachos ‘20 graduated from the University of Hartford with a Bachelor of Science in integrated elementary and special education (K-12). She will be working in an elementary school in a special education setting and working on her master’s in education administration.

Janes Mok ‘20 was honored with the Outstanding Undergraduate Student Award for Computer Science during the 2024 Tagliatela College of Engineering Student Awards at the University of New Haven. This award is in recognition of high academic achievement and participation in activities.

Mackenzie O’Rourke ‘20 graduated from Marist College with a Bachelor of Science degree in criminal justice. This fall, Mackenzie will be attending the University of Southern California Gould School of Law to pursue her JD degree.

Lauren Oskam ‘20 graduated from Miami University in Oxford, OH with a Bachelor of Science degree in kinesiology. Lauren is currently working on her master’s degree in athletic training and will graduate in 2025.

Ross Relator ‘20 graduated from the University of Connecticut with a Bachelor of Science degree in computer science and engineering. In July, Ross began a position as a software engineer at FactSet in Norwalk, CT.

Brendan Taylor ‘20 graduated from the College of the Holy Cross with a Bachelor of Arts in biology. Brendan will be working as a post-bac research assistant in a neurology lab at Yale Medical School with hopes to attend medical school in the near future.

Varda ‘20 graduated from Parsons School of Design with a degree in fashion design. Lizzie partook in a series of high profile internships with brands like Christian Cowan and Cynthia

Lizzie

Rowley, working on runway shows and helping to create celebrity looks. She studied abroad in London at one of the best fashion schools in the world, Central St. Martins. Her senior year ended with a runway show for her senior thesis at Hall des Lumieres in NYC. Next, Lizzie’s designs will be judged in the VVEAVE X Parson SIF size inclusive design competition where, if chosen, her garments can be sold at a retailer.

Evan Walker ‘20 graduated from Western Connecticut State University with a degree in history. As a graduate intern he has been awarded a full scholarship to complete his Master of Arts in teaching.

Xiaoyu Wang ‘20 graduated from the University of California, San Diego with a Bachelor of Business in economics. She will be pursuing her Master of Science degree in entrepreneurship and innovation at the University of Southern California Marshall Business School.

Allie Demko ‘21 was honored with the Augustine Scholarship Award from Assumption University in Worcester, MA. The Augustine Scholarship is selected each spring from rising juniors and seniors who are nominated by faculty, administration and staff. Augustine Scholars are students of outstanding character, academic accomplishment, and service to others. They are members of a small group who best exemplify the Assumption mission.

ENGAGEMENTS

WEDDINGS

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Michael Fredette ‘14 proposed to Mollie Finnegan on the Navy Yard waterfront in Washington DC, in May.

Will Hatcher ‘17 engaged in November to Grace Regan.

Lauren Brugnatelli ‘15 engaged to Sean Fitzpatrick in October.

Maureen (Reidy) ‘88 married Michael Parr in January 2024.

Brian Hatcher ‘12 married Sharon Husung on December 31, 2023.

Christian Morris ‘17 & Katie Robbins ‘17, high school sweethearts who have been together for nine years got engaged in March.

WEDDINGS

NEW BABY?

OH BABY!

their families. Please email Jeannie Demko, Director of Alumni Relations at jdemko@ myimmaculatehs.org about your baby to receive a new bib. Don’t forget to share a photo of your littlest Mustang wearing their very first piece of Immaculate apparel!

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Daniel Rocco ‘07 and his wife welcomed their daughter, Gianna Loren, in December.

Gabe Carino ‘10 and wife Rosie welcomed their second child, Gabriel George, in December.

Connor McCann ‘12 and wife, Taylor, welcomed baby girl, Cory, in November.

David Lasco ‘12 married Melissa Foley on April 27, 2024.

Tiffany Basile ‘13 married Bobby Palmieri on September 23, 2023 in East Hampton, NY.

Taylor Basile ‘15 and Nicholas Hatcher ‘15 were married on May 18, 2024 in Florence, Italy.

SCHOOL

B“Glory days, well they’ll pass you by. Glory days, in the wink of a young girl’s eye. Glory days! Glory days!” - Bruce Springsteen

ruce Springsteen’s anthem filled the air for a night filled with storytelling, happy memories and lifelong friendships. Over 100 Mustangs galloped down memory lane reliving their own “glory days”! Athletes and coaches from across the decades perused memorabilia, laughter echoing through the Dining Hall as old friends reconnected. The energy was electric as everyone gathered for photos, and new friendships blossomed alongside cherished memories.

A special thanks to Chris ‘68 and Donna (Begg) ‘67 Palmer for their incredible generosity in hosting the event and for all the behind the scenes preparations to make the evening such a great success. We are also grateful to Jason ‘94 and Kelly (Durkin) ’93 LaReau and their team at J. Law Kitchen & Craft Bar. Their delicious pizza and beer added to the enjoyment of the evening. It was a night that truly captured the essence of being a Mustang!

THE CLASS OF 1973

CELEBRATED 50 YEARS!

Thank you to everyone who attended the IHS Class of 1973 50th Reunion celebrations. It was a great weekend to be a Mustang! There were so many smiling faces at this joy-filled reunion and the bonds of friendship were evident as alumni and guests told stories, shared memories, laughed and reconnected. The weekend celebrations included a welcome reception on Friday evening, reunion celebration on Saturday night and a Mass at St. Peter’s Church, school tour and brunch on Sunday. Special thanks to the reunion committee

for putting together such a wonderful weekend! For those who were unable to attend, you were missed, but present in the minds, hearts and memories of your classmates. Thank you to all who contributed to the 50th Reunion class gift. The Class of 72 raised $7,500 in support of refurbishing the Learning Commons. A plaque etched with “The Class of 1973 50th Reunion” will be placed outside the Learning Commons acknowledging the class gift. We are so grateful for the continued support of our amazing alumni.

INAUGURAL LEGACY FAMILY BREAKFAST & MASS

For many families, attending Immaculate is a legacy that continues from generation to generation. In October, we welcomed so many alumni who are also current parents and their children at the first Legacy Family Breakfast and Mass. This inaugural event was a wonderful way to recognize that Immaculate’s many “legacies” are a very special feature of our community. A continental breakfast was served in the Learning Commons and there was much enjoyment to be had as parents perused their yearbooks together with their children. After breakfast, our legacy families attended Mass celebrated by Fr. Phan.

YOUNG ALUMNI NETWORKING LUNCHEON

Alumni from the Classes of 2016-2023 came home to IHS for our first ever Young Alumni Networking Luncheon. Our young alums had the opportunity to connect, mingle, chat, ask questions and network while enjoying lunch together. Special thanks to Carl Bailey ‘71, Sal Chieffalo ‘81 and Annette (Bass) Braun ‘04 for sharing their professional advice and expertise with some of our young alums!

Pictured L-R: Alexandra Oskam ‘16, Lauren Oskam ‘20, Drew Mitchell ‘20, Ryan McNerney ‘20, Connor McNerney ‘18, Gregory Gruerio ‘20, Carl Bailey ‘71, Ava Viola ‘23 and Annette (Bass) Braun ‘04

ALUMNI GIVING BY CLASS

Gifts from alumni are a powerful vote of confidence in the future of Immaculate High School. Alumni who contribute are making a strong statement about the education they received and their desire to ensure that future generations have the same opportunities. The Immaculate community is grateful to the following alumni for their generous gifts made July 1, 2022 through June 30, 2023.

1966

Total Class Gifts: $13,041.00

Percentage Participation: 11%

Joseph Abdella

Nancy (Milot) Duhamel

Brian Fitzgerald

Mary Kathleen (Mason)

Fitzgerald

Robert Godfrey

Mary Gulya

Victoria Hickey

Robert Jedzinak

John McAvoy

Daniel Murphy

Cathy Murphy

Jo-Anne (Tomanio) Price

Denise Sullivan

Thomas Sweeney

1967

Total Class Gifts: $63,914.00

Percentage Participation: 11%

Anonymous

Ellamae Baldelli

Terry (Miller) Bourque

Paul Cumming

Sharon (Kelly) DeJoseph

Thomas DeJoseph

Susan (Cavanaugh) Elmore

Dorothy (Kieras) Grob

Dorathea Gulya-Stasny

Patricia Johnson-Null

Donna (Begg) Palmer

Michael Sturges

John Sutton

1968

Total Class Gifts: $58,601.00

Percentage Participation: 14%

Anonymous

Donald Barton

Michael Fagan

Regina Gardner

Joyce Hess

Paul Hiro

Elizabeth (Durkin)

Hommert

Albert Hossan

Brendan Jugler

Cathleen Kowalski

James Mannion

Sandy (Define) Margoles

Ralph McIntosh

Patricia (Stankaitis) O’Neil

Christopher Palmer

Dean Tarsi

Michael Zarcone

1969

Total Class Gifts: $3,078.20

Percentage Participation: 8%

Robert Brunetti

David Canestrari

Raymond Depelteau

Emily (Hanna) Hayes

Elizabeth (Botelho)

Kuzniewski

Cathleen (Minck) Lynch

Catherine (Richardson)

Murdock

Linda Orlando Ottavio

F. Michael Palmer

Nancy (Buzaid) Palmer

Barbara (Berry) Randall

Karen (Tomassi) Rezendes

Patricia Saviano

1970

Total Class Gifts: $2,484.60

Percentage Participation: 8%

Anonymous

Christine Baldelli

Paul Brown

Ramona (Lariccia)

Brunetti

Linda Butler

Eileen Curran

Nicole Dorman

Mary Ann (Grandieri)

Foncello

Denise (Streaman) Griss

Kenneth Kowalski

Barbara (Pawlisak)

Mahoney

John Mulvihill

Margaret Wixted Auger

1971

Total Class Gifts: $5,039.40

Percentage Participation: 9%

Carl Bailey

Brian Hart

Paulette (Levesque) Hart

Jan Maria Jagush

Rosemary (Dursi) Lilley

Thomas McGrath

Lawrence Morgan

James Purcell

Barry Rickert

Anne (Simpson)

Schmiedel

Robert Schmiedel

Gail Terry Salvestrini

Michael Timan

Mark Vaghi

Margaret (Reese) Williamson

1972

Total Class Gifts:

$13,188.00

Percentage Participation: 17%

Patricia (Tulipani) Becker

Robert Becker

Maria (Tenreiro) Boa

James Brew

Edward Durkin

Michael Frank

Michael Gianfranceschi

Kathleen (Flanagan) Grabert

William Grabert

Gary Gramling

Frances (Polakowski)

Holloway

Arthur Greg Horan

Robert Hossan

Marta Keane

Walter Kilcourse

John Kolwicz

Mary Ellen (Palmer)

Kolwicz

Caryl Lucchesi

Kathleen (Johnson) Lundeen

Robert Mahoney

Alice Motta Wells

David Murphy

Gary Simone

Robert Van Houten

1973

Total Class Gifts: $14,791.00

Percentage Participation:

26%

Toni Anania

Donna (Esposito) Ancker

Anonymous

Mary Anne (Koch) Benedict

Lucye Boland

Robert Botelho

Frances (Setaro) Cain

Angela (Gogliettino)

Flannery

Kathleen (Comer) Francis

Kathleen (Hynes) Hand

Margaret (Egan)

Jamiolkowski

Debora (Wixted) Johansson

Marilyn (Carlson) Kain

Nina (DeFranco) Kilcourse

Kathleen (Clarke) Kitzinger

Kevin Kolwicz

James Meslin

Elizabeth (Wierengo) Moran

Ellen (Driscoll) Moy

David Pacific

Lauraine (Dorman) Palazzo

Patricia (McGrath) Palmer

Victor Pluto

Catherine (Helit) Reising

Beverly Simone

Eileen (Ruehl) Smith

Brendan Spain

Richard Stoops

Richard Sullivan

Ann (Gallagher) Taylor

Deborah (Grandieri)

Tomchik

James Vaccarelli

Madeline (Gilbert) Villani

1974

Total Class Gifts: $30,050.00

Percentage Participation: 7%

Anonymous

Diane (Caraluzzi) Baumer

James Byers

Gloria Ciccarone-Nehls

Paul Coleman

Gregory Hall

Peggy (Shea) Hewett

Ray Isacsson

Stephen Palmer

Mary Ellen (Gauhs) Waterhouse

1975

Total Class Gifts: $1,511.20

Percentage Participation: 8%

Claire (Mahoney) Anderson

Brian Burnell

Eugene Casagrande

Anne Coleman Gallagher

Timothy Dennehy

Mary Ellen (Garavel) Hall

Stephen Motta

Cary Riley

Anthony Saviano

1976

Total Class Gifts: $31,802.60

Percentage Participation: 8%

Laurie Albano

Anonymous

Anonymous

Lori (Dennehy) Burns

Audrey Dehoyos

Denise Gagne Kurpiewski

Honora Murphy

Cynthia (Barnick) Palmer

Richard Palmer

Catherine (Gerwien) Pinto

Peter Wixted

1977

Total Class Gifts: $1,408.00

Percentage Participation: 5%

Michael Casey

Maureen (Elston) Kerins

Lisa (Casagrande) Koeppel

Edward LaMere

Joan (Pryde) Pryde

Kathleen (Mahoney) Wakeford

1978

Total Class Gifts: $1,104.00

Percentage Participation: 4%

Jean Gallagher

Thomas Hefferon

Lisa (Briscoe) Plumb

MaryBeth Prunty

Thomas Sansone

1979

Total Class Gifts: $691.60

Percentage Participation: 3%

Debbie (Caravetta) Burke

Brenda Gereg-Aurelia

Jennifer (Brockelman)

Lynch

David Lucchesi

Martin Lynch

Mary Ann (Canestrari) Simonelli

1980

Total Class Gifts: $1,583.80

Percentage Participation: 5%

Cynthia Campbell McHugh

Dion Wixted

Greg Mango

Jeffrey Bruno

Michael Dekker

Stanley McKenney

Timothy LiVolsi

1981

Total Class Gifts: $15,557.99

Percentage Participation: 8%

Salvatore Chieffalo

Lisa (Broadbridge) Coyle

Kathleen FrainierFredrickson

Dean Francis

Mary (Bohan) Gilbert

Sally (Tychanich) Healy

Richard Honeck

Siobhan Kieras

Marianne (Urkiel) Mitchell

Scott Mitchell

Christine Portelance

Kathleen Powers

Jose Rios

Marjorie Shannon

Laurie (McKenzie) White

1982

Total Class Gifts: $78,722.19

Percentage Participation: 9%

Natalie Caetano

Christopher Coyle

Kathleen Dean

Joseph Draper

James Hawk

John Honeck

David Greg Kerl

Kathleen LiVolsi

Christopher Mango

Denis O’Hara

Kelly (Stabell) O’Rourke

Sean O’Rourke

Peter Ruppert

Peter Tragni

ALUMNI GIVING BY CLASS continued

1983

Total Class Gifts:

$11,214.66

Percentage Participation: 5%

James Coffey

Kevin Elston

Dennis Fulling

Darlene Garrison

Robert Leggett

Robert Morse

Beatriz Pina Smith

Joseph Sullivan

Tammy (Hoppstein)

Sullivan

1984

Total Class Gifts: $9,340.00

Percentage Participation: 9%

Andrea Baker

Andrea Dolan

Brian Fedigan

Colleen (O’Neill) Helfrich

Colleen (Walsh) Mars

Debora (Tita) Clark

Elizabeth (Gavagan)

Burandt

Frank Salvatore

John Curtin

John McKenney

Layna (Helen) Haitsch

Palumbo

M. Kathryn Peters

Martin Tuite

Matthew Sambora

Michael O’Hara

Pamela (Cappiello)

Sweeney

1985

Total Class Gifts:

$23,288.48

Percentage Participation: 4%

Anonymous

William Dolan

Donna (Ward) Doran

Lynn (LaForte) Dudas

Jay Gunzy

Rebecca (Gage) Johnston

Helen (Carr) Tallaksen

1986

Total Class Gifts:

$10,565.40

1986

Percentage Participation: 7%

Anonymous

Raymond Baker

David Cappiello

Mark Caraluzzi

Joleen (Garofalo)

Dennison

Karen (Houser) Johnston

Mary-Alice (McFeeley)

Lavado

Eric Nadeau

Kamil Salame

1987

Total Class Gifts: $5,637.20

Percentage Participation: 5%

Anonymous

Scott Banning

Paul Blaszka

Michael Buono

Sean Deakin

Gerald Densk

Dana (Henry) Saidman

Denise (Henry) Suarez

1988

Total Class Gifts:

$11,193.20

Percentage Participation: 4%

Anonymous

Anonymous

Anonymous

Maureen (Mango) Austin

Jeannie (Coleman) Demko

Eugene Previdi

Thomas Saadi

1989

Total Class Gifts: $7,492.80

Percentage Participation: 9%

Anonymous

Anonymous

Barbara (Dominakus)

Braatz

Marcey (Chapman)

Briscoe

Sandra Cerveira

Nicole (Randazzo)

Cipriani

Jessica (Baker) Flechtner

Christy Green Hickey

Geraldine Kinsella

Jennifer (Ruddy) Masi

Brian McGovern

Nelson Mingachos

Bernard Reidy

Robert Schlichtig

1990

Total Class Gifts: $7,847.40

Percentage Participation: 8%

Mark Baker

James Cipriani

Christopher Dahm

Michael Dyer

Patrick Gribbin

Robin (Modzelewski)

Haddad

Andrea Henry

Thomas Chris Hogan

Andrew Morgado

Sarah Nadeau Pineault

Kelly (Moffa) Whalen

1991

Total Class Gifts:

$14,274.60

Percentage Participation: 10%

Paulo Almeida

Anonymous

Anonymous

Anh (Doan) Cahill

Katie Chicklinski-Cahill

Matthew Fagan

Christine (Preziosi) Fintel

Heather (Shea) Greene

Margaret (Bierwirth) Kent

Mark Linkowski

Kimberly (Werdann)

MacKinnon

Robert O’Neill

Domitila (Corte-Real)

Pereira

Kenneth Rausch

Tara (O’Keefe) Ruszczyk

1992

Total Class Gifts: $2,112.44

Percentage Participation: 6%

Anonymous

Kimberly (O’Brien) Corgan

Nancy (Sousa) Degree

Maureen (Curran) Gilmartin

Matthew Masi

Kathleen (Judge) Roventini

John Scalzo

Robert Stanley

1993

Total Class Gifts: $3,604.40

Percentage Participation: 6%

Victor Almeida

Anonymous

John Jack Bouffard

Jeanette (Pesce) Campo

Marc Ennis

James Lipscomb

1994

Total Class Gifts: $3,153.60

Percentage Participation: 4%

Isabel (Vaz Corte-Real)

Almeida

Anonymous

Maura DeJoseph

Michael Mango

1995

Total Class Gifts: $476.60

Percentage Participation: 9%

Jeffrey Haddad

John Madzula

Kelly (Fagan) McElroy

Brian Melody

Timothy Morris

Andrew Riepe

1997

Total Class Gifts: $2,358.60

Percentage Participation: 5%

Christopher Cosio

Melisa (Farrell) Garcia

Danielle (Thyse) Grepps

Michael Hufnagel

Megan LiVolsi

1998

Total Class Gifts: $75.00

Percentage Participation: 2%

Terrence McNicholas

Michael Sullivan

IHS ALUMNI AND PARENT BUSINESS DIRECTORY

1999

Total Class Gifts:

$5,653.00

Percentage Participation: 11%

Wayne Gehan

David Kilian

Brian Lounsbury

Alexander Nadeau

Alex Parks

Edward Romano

Colin Tomas

Kevin Zuluaga

2000

Total Class Gifts: $757.20

Percentage Participation: 4%

Vincent Bonilla

David Critelli

Joshua DiGilio

2001

Total Class Gifts:

$2,130.40

Percentage Participation: 8%

Anonymous

Anthony Conte

Anthony Simone

Dana (Krupinsky)

Pinckney

Laura Sullivan

Mary Ann (Jakubek)

Frengs

Maureen Vannucci

Stephen Ronan

Tyler Kuzniewski

2002

Total Class Gifts: $283.80

Percentage Participation: 2%

Melissa (Lopes) Haynes

Joseph Mohn

2003

Total Class Gifts: $789.00

Percentage Participation: 9%

Elizabeth (Palmer)

Bamonte

Brian Cosio

In our continuing effort to support our graduates and families, we invite all alumni and parent-owned businesses to submit their information to be included in this public, user-friendly resource. The purpose of the Immaculate Business Directory is to provide the opportunity for members in our school community to support each other in business and professional endeavors. Visit www. immaculatehs.org/businessdirectory to complete the form. Listing in the directory is free and available to IHS alumni, parents of alumni and current parents.

Bridget Holmes

Kevin Hudak

Scott Long

Margaret (Bouffard)

Manning

Patrick Nalley

Meagan (Cann) Neville

Nancy Northrop

Alexandrea (Composto)

Papp

Joanna (Genualdi)

Yannantuono

2004

Total Class Gifts: $680.00

Percentage Participation: 6%

Michael Conte

Michael Kozlowski

Zachary Long

Ashley (McMahon)

Palmer

Kerry Palmer

2005

Total Class Gifts: $329.00

Percentage Participation: 5%

Kyle Cerminara

Sean Haggerty

Clark Neugold

Katherine (McCartney) Neugold

2007

Total Class Gifts: $345.00

Percentage Participation: 2%

Anonymous

Jacqueline (Weiss) Conte

Dayna (Foley) Kuzniewski

Anthony Rizzo, III

2008

Total Class Gifts: $204.00

Percentage Participation: 1%

Chelsie (Rizzo) Kaptein

Debra (Salvato) Vance

2009

Total Class Gifts: $77.40

Percentage Participation: 1%

Josh DiBella

2010

Total Class Gifts: $125.00

Percentage Participation: 2%

Gurvir Dhadda

Christopher Fahey

2012

Total Class Gifts: $101.00

Percentage Participation: 1%

Brian Hatcher

2013

Total Class Gifts: $25.00

Percentage Participation: 1%

Danielle (Bissonette) Mink

2014

Total Class Gifts: $124.00

Percentage Participation: 2%

Matthew Kendziorski

Benjamin Schultz

2017

Total Class Gifts: $340.17

Percentage Participation: 4%

Anonymous

John Capilli

Dominic Coppola

William Hatcher

2018

Total Class Gifts: $225.00

Percentage Participation: 3%

Dominick Curra

Colleen Hawk

Joseph Suarez

2019

Total Class Gifts: $450.32

Percentage Participation: 5%

Colby Bellone

Zachary Demko

Jessica Dennison

Ryan Fanella Mackenzy Garden

Taylor Mascetta

2020

Total Class Gifts: $66.28

Percentage Participation: 4%

Victoria Bono

Olivia Heineken

Lauren Oskam

Madeline Suarez

2021

Total Class Gifts: $426.40

Percentage Participation: 7%

Alexis Demko

Jason Dennison

Caitlin Fanella

Alexys Garden

Perry Ghosh

Matthew Riggs

Shelby Weed

2022

Total Class Gifts: $15.16

Percentage Participation: 3%

Allie Bellone

Chloe Bellone

Christopher Suarez

2023

Total Class Gifts: $35.00

Percentage Participation: 2%

Madison Moreau

Cole Ross

CLASS OF 2024 SENIOR CLASS GIFT

Each year the graduating class leaves the school a senior class gift. Individual students make monetary gifts to support a project or element of the school facility or program that stands in testament to the legacy of the newly minted alumni. The Class of 2024 has chosen to beautify the school grounds with the purchase and planting of a tree which will be accompanied by a plaque identifying them as the benefactors. Thank you to the following members of the Class of 2024 for their contribution to their senior class gift.

Katelyn Ambrose

Bonnie Bailie

Catherine Baptiste

Veer Chetal

Parker Chieffalo

Rebecca Chory

Zachary Class

Thomas Conley

Brigid Connors

Marco Dias

James Doering

Tyler Fahey

Shea Foscato

Leah Ghosh

Joseph Gunzy

Michael Hatcher

Sofia Henao-Marin

Julia Jamba

Rachel Janik

Meghan Kearns

Aiden Kortze

Collin Lowthert

Caitlyn Mascetta

David Mitchell

Ava Noonan

Claire O’Connor

Thomas Pilla

Nicole Radliff

Isabella Raduazzo

Nathaniel Rendo

Melanie Riggs

Briana Romano

Jenna Saidman

Ryan Scirbona

William Tucker

Our alumni are more than graduates; they are the heart of our Immaculate family. By fostering strong connections, we create a vibrant community that uplifts our current Mustangs. Alumni cherish lifelong friendships, share unforgettable memories, and maintain an enduring bond with their alma mater. - Jeannie (Coleman) Demko ‘88 Director of Alumni Relations & Events

BECOME A CLASS REP!

Jeannie (Coleman) Demko ‘88, Pat (Stankaitis) O’Neil ‘68, Craig Spiewak ‘85, Paulette (Levesque) Hart ‘71, Kathleen (Mahoney) Wakeford ‘77

Join the IHS Alumni Association as a Class Representative! We are looking for class representatives to assist the alumni office with communicating and connecting with classmates. It’s easy, fun and advances the mission of IHS! You do not need to commit to spending a lot of time to make an immediate impact. If you have the time and interest, taking the lead on getting classmates together on an annual basis or helping to assemble a reunion committee every five years builds class unity and ties to IHS. If interested or for more information, please contact Jeannie Demko at jdemko@myimmaculatehs.org.

In Memoriam

Eternal rest grant unto them O Lord and let perpetual light shine upon them. May their souls, and all the souls of the faithful departed, through Your mercy, rest in peace.

Please join us as we offer prayers for the members of the Immaculate community who have recently passed away.

Stephen Arconti ‘75

Anthony Avampato ‘75

Diane Baker (PA)

Chris Carlson (P)

William Cavanaugh ‘77

Elizabeth (Falis) Chiarella ‘70

Nicholas Costa ‘13

Christopher Dacunto ‘87

Kathleen (Morris) deRham ‘66

Carol Dugan - PA

John Duggan ‘74

Susan (Cavanaugh) Elmore ‘67

Charles Gallucci ‘77

Denis Geary ‘75

Sr. Anne Stephen HajducekFormer Faculty

Paul Halas ‘68

Gary Hartell ‘74

Charles Hatcher - GPA

Matthew Hicks ‘88 (2022)

William Leo ‘66

Carol LiVolsi - PA

Lockwood “Woody” Lyons ‘68

David McGetrick ‘77

Americo Morgado (PA)

Robert Pallo ‘70

Brian Poulin ‘92

Nancy Proudfoot ‘68

Maryellen Quigley ‘86 (2022)

Wade Russell ‘75

Albert Salame - PA

John Schmalbach ‘66

David J. Sullivan - PA, GPA

Robert Straiton ‘72 (2020)

Catherine (Bick) Walters ‘84 (2021)

If we have inadvertently missed a recently deceased member of the Immaculate Family, please email Jeannie Demko, Alumni & Events Director at jdemko@myimmaculatehs.org so that we can remember and pray for them at our annual Mass of Remembrance. For a complete list of deceased alumni by class, visit www.immaculatehs.org/inmemoriam.

GIFTS IN MEMORY/HONOR

Throughout the past school year, gifts have been made to Immaculate High School to honor an individual or to preserve and perpetuate the memory of loved ones. In 2023-2024, the following family members, classmates, parents and friends made their gifts in honor of those they love, in the spirit of faith and charity. The Mass intention at our opening school Mass on Friday, August 30, 2024 will be for those listed below.

In memory of Del Albano

Ms. Laurie Albano ‘76

In honor of Mrs. Jeanine Antonios

Mr. Collin Lowthert ‘24

In honor of Diane & Raymond Baker

Mr. Raymond Baker ‘86

In honor of the Bellone Family & Wendy Neil

Robert & Dorothy Neil

In honor of George Bielizna

Mr. Thomas Conley ‘24

In honor of Mr. Ray Bielizna

Mr. Zachary Class ‘24

Mr. David Mitchell ‘24

In honor of Mr. Peter Buhl

Mr. Veer Chetal ‘24

Mr. Marco Dias ‘24

Mr. Joseph Gunzy ‘24

Mr. Michael Hatcher ‘24

Ms. Sofia Henao-Marin ‘24

Ms. Claire O’Connor ‘24

In memory of Joe Canestrari Anonymous Anonymous

Mr. Chris Canestrari

Mr. and Mrs. David Canestrari ‘69

Mr. Michael Canestrari

Mrs. Pamela M. Canestrari

Mr. Patrick Coleman

Mr. and Mrs. Paul ‘74 and Kim Coleman

Anne Coleman Gallagher ‘75

Mrs. Peggy (Shea) Hewett ‘74

Chris & Donna (Begg) Palmer ‘68 & ‘67

Mr. & Mrs. Steve Palmer ‘74 & Family

Palmer Brothers Hardware Inc.

Cary Riley

Mr. Daniel Simonelli

Mr. John Simonelli

Mr. Joseph Simonelli

Ms. Lauren Simonelli

Mary Ann (Canestrari) ‘79 and Robert Simonelli

In memory of Patti Capilli

Mr. John Capilli (PA)

In honor of Mrs. Chila

Mr. James Doering ‘24

Ms. Rachel Janik ‘24

Ms. Meghan Kearns ‘24

In memory of the deceased members of the Class of 1966

Denise Sullivan ‘66

In memory of the deceased members of the Class of 1988

Anonymous

In memory of David Cooney ‘95

Mr. and Mrs. Richard King (PA)

In memory of Nicholas James Costa ‘13

Anonymous Anonymous

Mr. & Mrs. Stephen Giorgio (PA)

Bruce, Michelle & Victoria Loubert

In honor of Mr. Anthony D’Ausilio

Mr. Zachary Class ‘24

In honor of Josh DiBellla

Ms. Katelyn Ambrose ‘24

In honor of Mr. Michael DiGennaro

Mr. Zachary Class ‘24

Ms. Brigid Connors ‘24

In honor of Mrs. Doherty

Ms. Catherine Baptiste ‘24

Ms. Rebecca Chory ‘24

In memory of Jim Driscoll ‘69

Mr. Raymond Depelteau ‘69

In memory of Patricia Jugler

Durkin ‘67

Brendan ‘68 & Joyce Jugler

In memory of Louis M. & Kathleen Dursi

Ms. Rosemary Lilley ‘71

In memory of Dr. Frank Dye

Dr. and Mrs. Robert Merrer

In memory of Eugene Edwards and Robert Grover

Mr. & Mrs. Ignatius Alexander *

In memory of Ann Gardner ‘67 and William Gardner ‘73

Ms. Regina Gardner ‘68

In honor of Mr. Bill Garvey

Ms. Briana Romano ‘24

Mr. Ryan Scirbona ‘24

In honor of Mr. Robert Gerwien, Sr.

Dr. Audrey M. Dehoyos ‘76

Mr. Raymond Depelteau ‘69

In honor of Leah Ghosh ‘24

Kim Valentini

In honor of the girls soccer team

Mr. & Mrs. David Reitz (P)

In memory of Rik Godfrey ‘70

Mr. Robert Godfrey ‘66

In honor of the Gulya Family

Ms. Mary Gulya ‘66

In memory of Paul Hart

Paulette (Levesque) Hart ‘71 (PA)

In memory of Doreen Hentschel ‘72

Lorraine Hentschel (PA)

In memory of Michael D. Hogan ‘75

Mr. Chris Hogan ‘90

In memory of Kerri Holbrook ‘10

Terrence & Anne Guiry (PA)

In honor of Mr. Houser

Mr. William Tucker ‘24

In honor of IHS faculty and staff

Mr. Aiden Kortze ‘24

Ms. Melanie Riggs ‘24

In memory of Joseph & Julia Immordino

Mr. and Mrs. Fred Bacher (GP)

In honor of Meghan Kearns

Ms. Mary Kiely

In honor of Mrs. Kathryn Keeley

Ms. Rachel Janik ‘24

In memory of Brian Kirmil ‘70

Ms. Denise (Streaman) Griss ‘70

In memory of Carol LiVolsi

Ms. Marla Berger

Mrs. Rosemary Bouffard (PA)

Ms. Donna Bowman

Mr. and Mrs. Donald Gaynor

Mrs. Carole Kaback (PA)

Dr. & Mrs. Frederick Kayal (PA)

Ms. Geraldine Kinsella ‘89

Ms. Sheila M. Kuhn (PA)

Mr. Kevin Kuntz

Mr. & Mrs. James McNamara

Deacon and Mrs. Robert Morris

Ms. Maria O’Leary

Mr. and Mrs. Robert Rooney

Kathy (Judge) Roventini ‘92

Stamford Hospital Foundation

Stamford Hospital Maternal Child Health Service Line

In honor of Lorenzo Lopes ‘26

Mr. & Mrs. Geneva & Gary Adkins

In memory of Carmine M. Mango

Mrs. Audrey Mango (PA)

Maureen Mango Austin ‘88 & John Austin

In memory of Joanne ‘70 and Patricia ‘72 McAvoy

Mr. John McAvoy ‘66

In honor of Ms. Nadia Perez

Ms. Leah Ghosh ‘24

In honor of the Pesce Family Anonymous

In memory of Nancy Proudfoot ‘68

Mr. & Mrs. James Mannion ‘68

In memory of Thomas B. Prunty ‘90

Ms. MaryBeth Prunty ‘78

In memory of Aileen & John Pryde

Joan Pryde ‘77

In memory of Ed Ruppert ‘78

Peter & Kathleen Ruppert ‘82

In memory of Gary Rushworth

Mr. and Mrs. Russell Baldwin

In memory of Albert J. Salame, Sr. Albert Salame, Jr.

Jacqueline Salame

Kamil Salame

Mary Elizabeth Salame

Albert J Salame Estate

In memory of Frank Sanfilippo

Ms. Karen Freitag (PA)

In memory of Betty Ann Sittig

Ms. Nancy Cole

Ms. Barabara Impagliazzo

In honor of Robert Stanley, Sr. Bob & Maureen Stanley ‘92

In honor of Mrs. Carol Stone

Ms. Julia Jamba ‘24

Mr. Thomas Pilla ‘24

Ms. Isabella Raduazzo ‘24

In honor of Mrs. Alexa Wild

Ms. Parker Chieffalo ‘24

Ms. Claire O’Connor ‘24

A FAMILY TRADITION

For many families, attending Immaculate is a legacy that continues from generation to generation. We are proud to recognize five legacy families with students from the Class of 2024.

class rings.

Kimberly (Werdann) MacKinnon ‘91 - Carly MacKinnon ‘24

Salvatore Chieffalo ‘81 - Parker Chieffalo ‘24

Dana (Henry) Saidman ‘87 - Jenna Saidman ‘24

Jay Gunzy ‘85 - Joseph Gunzy ‘24 - JT Gunzy ‘22

Christopher Kuehn ‘90 - Ava Kuehn ‘24

Pictured left: Sal Chieffalo ‘81 & Parker Chieffalo ‘24 proudly displaying their Immaculate

THE CATHOLIC FAITH CALLS US TO SERVE

IMMACULATE HIGH SCHOOL EXISTS BECAUSE OF THOSE WHO LIVED THAT CALL

The founding of Immaculate High School involved profound and long-term acts of service on the part of Catholic parents in Danbury. They understood that for Immaculate to come into being, grow and flourish it needed the active involvement of the community. Even as they intended their families to benefit from the Catholic education to be offered they were committed to putting into place the ability to provide it.

Here is a testimonial from one of our alumni, Ann Gallagher Taylor ’73, about the hard work and generosity of a group of parents in the early days of our school.

My earliest memory of Immaculate High School is as a young girl listening to my father, Bill Gallagher, talking about the formation of the school. He was one of a group of Danbury area parents who approached Bishop Walter Curtis about building a Catholic High School for our community. While the Bishop strongly supported the premise, he told the parents that they would need to assist in raising the necessary funds. As such, the group took up a fundraising campaign, going door to door seeking donations. As their efforts progressed, several in that group would sign a note for the school mortgage, putting their own homes up as collateral.

My Dad, along with other dedicated parents including Judge Howard Moraghan and Norman Craig, would go on to serve 20 plus years on the IHS Parents Advisory Board. Coincidentally, my parents sent their 14 children to IHS.

This is the legacy of the Immaculate High School family, as it is with many Catholic educational and service organizations. We are profoundly grateful for these parents’ service, dedication and generosity. Without them and succeeding generations of generous parents, alumni and friends, Immaculate High School would not be what it is today.

If you have more information about those who served in the founding of Immaculate High School, we would love to hear their stories. Reach out to us at communications@myimmaculatehs.org.

OUR MISSION

In the Roman Catholic tradition, Immaculate High School fosters the development of the whole student by nurturing individual spiritual, moral, intellectual, physical and social growth through an academically rigorous college preparatory curriculum that encourages respect, responsibility, reverence, creativity and leadership.

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