Notre Dame Then & Now Tradition Continues at ND
NOT R E DA M E H I GH S CH O O L A Sponsored Ministry of the School Sisters of Notre Dame Central Pacific Province
I N S I D E T H I S I SS U E : FA L L F EST I VA L , N D T I ME L I N E & MO R E
L E GEN D
W I N T E R 2022
THE
SATURDAY, APRIL 23 , 2022 More information at www.ndhs.net /casino-night
TICKETS GO ON SALE MARCH 1 ST $75 per person; registration is required Price includes food, drinks & gaming chips
BL AC K J AC K • R O UL E TTE • PO KER • CR AP S TABLES • SILENT & LIVE AUC TION QUESTIONS? Contact Sheena Shaughnessy at (314)544 -1015 x1432 or sshaughnessy@ndhs.net
F
R
O
M
T
H
E
P
R
E
S
I
D
E
N
T
Dear Alumnae and Friends, To show honor is to give admiration and respect for someone or something that served a purpose not solely for themselves but the greater good. When asked to honor our ND heritage that has helped carve a path for Notre Dame's success, we are showing appreciation for our growth as a school community. The more we preserve the past, the brighter our future will become. Because without solid roots, we cannot grow or continue to redefine a path for the next generation of Notre Dame. This sentiment of remaining true to our values as ND women and honoring the past has become more of a priority in the exhausting times of an ongoing crisis. Among moments of chaos around the world, we all are looking for comfort in the things that have not reordered our lives. For myself and the rest of us at Notre Dame, our mission and our collective unwavering commitment to put our students' education first has brought daily clarity and comfort. Albeit the needs of our current ND students continue to evolve, and as we take deliberate steps to advance our mission, we are grateful for the strong ND and SSND roots serving as our anchor. I invite you to spend some time revisiting the rich history of Notre Dame High School St. Louis — learn about what ND has provided and continues to give our 8,000+ alumnae between the pages of this seasons' LegeND. Hopefully, you will feel some calmness and comfort knowing you are part of ND's foundation of excellence. Reflect upon what ND has sparked within you and perhaps you will be further inspired to find a way to show honor for the past and future of Notre Dame High School.
WINTER 2022 04 FAL L FESTIVAL
05 SCH OOL NEWS
06 CL ASS NOTES
08 ND TIMEL INE
10 ALUM FEATUR E
14 IN MEMOR IAM
15 UPCOMING EV E NTS
Thank you to all of our contributors and everyone in our community who continued to lift us up over the past year. You give us faith in our daily work and have empowered us to become poised for even greater things to come in 2022. ADVANCEMENT TEAM Gratefully,
Dr. Meghan Vergin Bohac '98 President Laura Backer Director of Admissions
DR. MEGHAN BOHAC '98 President
Notre Dame High School educates young women to become confident, compassionate Christian leaders. Each student is guided to reach the fullness of her potential and to use her gifts to make a difference in the world around her. Notre Dame High School provides a college preparatory program to girls from diverse backgrounds through an environment of differentiated instruction. In the spirit of the School Sisters of Notre Dame and in response to the mission of Jesus in the Catholic tradition, students are educated to integrate lifelong learning, faith and service into their lives.
Anne Marie Carroll '04 Director of Major Gifts & Alumnae Relations Leanne Maher Kaltenbach '09 Director of Marketing & Communications Jamie Pauk Wood '12 Admissions Associate
WWW.NDHS.NET 03
Notre Dame High School's 68 th Annual Fall Festival celebration went back to its traditional format in 2021 — and it was better than ever before! We were blessed with beautiful weather and rebel spirit all day long. The day was marked with old and new traditions. The Junior versus Senior Powderpuff Football Game drew a crowd and helped kickoff friendly competitive vibes. The new Class Faceoff Games gave each class an opportunity to score more points while also providing on-lookers a laugh. Live music, delicious food (the Women of the World Club sold homemade tamales) and classic class booth games, as well as the support from our current families, alumnae and sponsors, made the day a record-breaking success! Famous Freshmen, Surfer Sophomores, Jurassic Juniors and Senior Space Cadets gathered in the gym for the Annual Coronation, anxious to see who would be crowned the queen. The freshmen had the lead throughout the competition, but ultimately the seniors rallied and crowned Claire Scannell '22 Fall Festival Queen. Thank you to everyone who supported ND and our beloved tradition. Mark your calendars for next year's Fall Festival on Sunday, October 9 th, 2022! 04 The Le geND
S CH OO L N EW S FE ATUR E I N STL MAG Etalemahu Tamene '24 appeared in St. Louis Magazine's annual Private School Handbook. She was featured in the "Students Sound Off " article with other area St. Louis high school students. They were asked to reflect on the pandemic, politics, social media and more.
UNI TE FO R J USTICE Four students represented Notre Dame at the first St. Louis Catholic Girls Schools Unite For Justice. All eight area all-girls high schools engaged in discussion, reflection, fellowship and collaboration. Participants came back to school ready to put faith into action and create a more just world.
GIRL POW ER Notre Dame's Esports Team hosted the FIRST in-person high school Valorant video game
W EBSTE R U. PHOTO EXHIBIT Congratulations to Kathryn Pohl '23 who had a photograph selected for an annual art show
tournament in the state at the St. Louis Science Center's Esports Arena in November.
at Webster's The May Gallery in December! The art show, Beginnings: The High School Photography Exhibition, featured photographs from several area high school students.
A R CH DI O CES E AC A ESSAYS The Annual Catholic Appeal invites high school juniors to participate in an essay scholarship contest each year. The essays are about appeal participation and stewardship. Congratulations to students Anna Wokurka, Jessica Kelly and Colleen Machisen who were recipients for ND!
C A NTE R BURY TALES The fall play was back in person this year. ND's cast and crew put on an amazing performance of The Canterbury Tales, a Monty Python style interpretation of Chaucer's literary classic. Plan to join us April 8 th -10 th for our spring
TOP 8 IN STATE The Varsity Volleyball Team won the Class 3 District 3 championship title this year. They went on to compete in the state tournament, ending their season 8th in Class 3 State.
musical, Disney's The Little Mermaid.
FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL:
@ NOTR EDAMESTL Winter 2022
05
A
L
U
M
U
P
D
A
T
E
S
&
C
L
A
S
S
N
O
T
E
S
N E W A DDI T I O NS AT FAL L FESTI VAL
FIRST YOU NG ALUM FRIENDSGIV IN G
This year's Fall Festival event included several NEW additions specifically for our ever loyal alumnae!
In November, we welcomed back some of our most recent alumnae for our first ever (second attempt) Just Desserts FrieNDsgiving.
❤ ❤ ❤ ❤ ❤
Alumnae Makers Market Alumnae Booth Check In Free Drink Tickets Free Slim Can Koozie Recreation Photo Op
Grads from the classes of 2018-2021 were invited to catch up with each other and ND while enjoying a coffee beverage and lots of sweet treats.
It was wonderful reminiscing with our ND sisters and revisiting the excitement of Fall Festival together!
03
The wind was a bit unruly, but a fun time was still had by all. We are already looking forward to hosting this event again next year for 2019-2022 alumnae.
CLASS NOTES 01 Betty Barhorst Follmer '56 has been enjoying retirement by quilting two days a week at Mary Mother of the Church. (No Picture) 02 Leslie Naumann '00 participated in the World Raw Powerlifting Federation (WRPF) Nationals. Leslie set a national record with her 237 lb. bench press. She now has a total of 20 state records and one national record. (No Picture)
04
03 Stacey Pauk Potter '03 and Jamie Pauk Wood '12 welcomed cousins and future Rebels a few weeks apart. Eloise Marie Wood was born on September 10, 2021. Kate Louise Potter was born on September 30, 2021. 04 Katie Mallette Wood '03 married Mark Wood on December 11, 2021. Katie is Notre Dame's Head of Student Life & Discipline. Guests in attendance included past and present ND faculty/staff, relatives and friends — many of whom are alumnae. The wedding party included her mother, Mary Lombardo Mallette '76 and cousins, Stefanie Struckoff '04 and Erika Struckoff '07. 05 Lauren Morrison Mueller '07 along with husband John and big brother Jack, welcomed daughter Molly Jane on June 22, 2021.
05
06 The Le geND
06 Basia Gallardo Czajkowski '13 graduated from Saint Mary's College in 2019 with a Bachelor's Degree in Psychology. She worked multiple semesters at the University of Notre Dame as a Research Assistant in the Infant Studies Lab and the Cognition, Learning and Development Lab. She most recently joined the Early Childhood Development Center staff at UND. (No Picture)
A
L
U
M
U
P
D
A
T
E
S
&
C
L
A
S
S
N
O
T
E
S
ND'S CONTINUOUS OPEN REUNION — SEPTEMBER 22, 2021 Graduates from the class of 1961 and prior were invited to reunite and reminisce during our annual Continuous Open Reunion which was held off campus this year. The Continuous Open Reunion is open to any Notre Dame High School graduate that is celebrating 60 or more years as an ND alumna. Attendees included alumnae from 1950, 1952, 1953, 1954, 1955, 1956, 1957, 1958, 1960 & 1961.
Save The Date: Reunion Night is BACK! Celebrating the classes of 1962, 1967, 1972, 1977, 1982, 1987, 1992, 1997, 2002, 2007, 2012, 2017
We will be celebrating classes ending in '2' and '7' on Saturday, March 5 th, 2022, in person at Notre Dame High School from 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM. The evening will include dinner and drinks, as well as tours of the campus given by current students. Scan the QR code to register! Please RSVP by Monday, February 21st.
Winter 2022
07
NOTRE DAME : AN AERIAL VIEW Honoring a foundation of excellence built 88 years ago. Whether a recent graduate or seasoned alumna,
when we continually share the moments that made us, we strengthen our bond and secure the legacy of Notre Dame.
Legacy Highlight Reel ❤ ND's two longest running clubs still in existence today began in the early 1950s — Library Guild and Drama Club ❤ The Father Daughter Dance has been a night many students look forward to since its inception in 1952 ❤ The mid-70s marked the end of intramural athletics and the beginning of league play, with the establishment of MSHSAA for women — thus the ND REBEL mascot came into existence ❤ The beginning of ND's most time-honored tradition, Fall Festival, can be dated back to 1953 with a school wide challenge to collect a million pennies for the construction of a new gymnasium ❤ The class ring has had several variations since 1950, but it certainly remains one of the most cherished traditions ❤ Since 2000, ND Girls have completed an estimated 125,000+ service hours — a pillar of our mission and student life
3rd Annual Legacy Week: Feb. 28 - Mar. 4 08 The Le geND
Reviewing Our Roots on East Ripa 1890s – 1920s • The SSND opened a school for aspirants in 1895 on their 43-acre campus • Sancta Maria in Ripa High School received its first 4-year high school accreditation in 1925 1930s • Notre Dame High School opened to both aspirants and lay students in 1934 • The first graduating class in 1938 consisted of 30 young women 1940s • Activities in the arts, athletics and sodality balanced the early ND Girl's school day • Students and SSND faculty bid farewell to one of the first sisters to go to Kyoto, Japan in 1945 1950s • The gymnasium was built in 1953 • The new L-shaped school building opened for use in 1955 1960s • Advanced college credit classes began in 1963, followed by dedicated college/career prep in 1964 • The infamous modular schedule was introduced in 1968 — now a hallmark of ND 1970s • Individualized Learning (dubbed the “packet” system) began in 1972; later the Advisor Program was solidified • Romana Hall was acquired for fine arts and science in 1977 • Days 3 and 8 on the modular schedule became "class free" in 1978 1980s • The Library moved to the old cafeteria; the cafeteria moved to St. Joseph's/Heritage Hall • The soccer field opened for immediate use in the summer of 1983 1990s • Six computers with the new internet became available for faculty and student use in 1997 • A gated entryway onto campus from JB Park was created in 1999 2000s • Technology became integrated into daily classwork with writing and computer labs open for student use • Comprehensive exams were integrated in 2006; the term "units of study" replaced “packets” 2010s – Today • A revised modular schedule brought back classes on "Wednesdays" in 2010 and introduced a daily Activity Period • Current students are required to have their own tablet device as almost all of the textbooks are digital ebooks
50s
60s
70s
80s
90s
00s
10s
Team BLUE vs. Team PLAID Winter 2022
09
A
L
U
M
F
E
A
T
U
R
E
—
J
O
U
R
N
E
Y
What is one thing Notre Dame gave you that has helped you on your journey since graduation? In a world that feels completely different, remaining true to ourselves and honoring the array of gifts Notre Dame has given our alumnae community holds new meaning. Our mission, purpose and values as Notre Dame women are timeless. Thank you to the following alumnae that shared a piece of their personal journey with us…because sharing memories and staying connected is how we continue to strengthen our ND legacy and community from coast to coast.
10 The Le geND
A
L
U
M
F
E
A
T
U
R
E
—
J
O
U
R
N
E
Y
Notre Dame taught me how to lean on a sister when you need help and pull up a sister when she's down. We reach far greater achievements in this world when we work together. Be someone's biggest cheerleader and you'll see that positivity come back to you ten-fold. — KEL LY WAHL CHEW '05
Girl power in a time when women were still expected to not challenge men. — PENNY KREU TZ YOST '71
Winter 2022
11
A
L
U
M
F
E
A
T
U
R
E
—
J
O
U
R
N
E
Y
The values I received during my Notre Dame years have carried throughout my life. — Eleanor Gladis '49
My junior year English teacher, Debbie Weber. She said, "whatever you do in life, you should write. You're an excellent writer." The way she said it was so genuine and sincere, it stuck with me. —
The art and ceramics courses helped build my creativity which I now use decorating cakes and treats for my small business. —
J U L I E GR I PPO S CH UL ER '90
JADA COOKS '1 9
How to accept corrections in all facets of life with grace. — AMA NDA BU RROWS RUSSELL '02
12 The Le geND
A
L
U
M
F
E
A
T
U
R
E
—
J
O
U
R
N
E
Y
Notre Dame showed me how to build sisterhood in all areas and aspects of my life. — Kim Winkler Uffmann '04
Notre Dame gave me a passion for topics like immigration through courses like Social Justice and mission trips. ND also taught me ways to keep my faith strong throughout my life. —
Time management skills. As a teacher, every day is a new adventure and being organized is a must. —
AL LY CER I OTTI ' 20
MAD ELINE KNESE '1 0
How to be an independent woman and be prepared. — NA NCEE ZIMMERS '95
Winter 2022
13
IN MEMORIAM
LISTED BY CL ASS YEAR , THROUGH DEC. 2021
THE IN MEMORIAM LIST IS COMPILED ONLY USING INFORMATION MADE AVAILABLE TO NOTRE DAME HIGH SCHOOL FROM FAMILY MEMBERS, CLASSMATES OR FRIENDS OF THE RECENTLY DECEASED. IF YOU BECOME AWARE OF AN ALUMNA DEATH AND WOULD LIKE TO NOTIFY NOTRE DAME HIGH SCHOOL FOR IN MEMORIAM PURPOSES, PLEASE VISIT WWW.NDHS.NET/MEMORIAM.
S. Marie Virginia Strubhart, SSND '40 October 18, 2021
Mary Aulbach Steinmann '52 November 10, 2021
Mary Banks Hilgeman '60 January 12, 2021
Mary Reis Betteken '43 September 14, 2021
S. Cynthia Brinkmann, SSND '53 January 19, 2021
Frances Mess '60 June 2, 2021
S. Regina Marie Grohman, SSND '44 September 30, 2021
Joan Carringer Wren '53 September 27, 2021
Linda Wegener Schneider '60 March 17, 2021
Mary Jane Hellweg Niemann '45 August 16, 2021
Irene Czarnecki Froidl '54 June 7, 2021
Eileen Hrdlicka Guinn '61 January 27, 2021
Mary Jean Vorst Sielfleisch '45 July 17, 2021
Arlene Toeben Bakula '55 February 10, 2021
Virginia Leible Downey '46 February 8, 2021
Marilyn Jansen Schaefer '55 July 24, 2021
Mary Ann Mager Popp '46 August 10, 2021
Catherine Belcher Bonastia '56 March 9, 2021
Virginia Sonntag Wind '46 May 9, 2021
Theresa Wieland Eckerle '56 April 25, 2021
Rita Dietz Schnur '47 March 24, 2021
Mary Ann Bach Gehrs '56 October 11, 2021
Mary Ann Kramer Waller '48 September 26, 2021
Edna Morvant '56 March 9, 2021
S. Patricia Wamser, SSND '48 May 26, 2021
Marilyn Kruep Kapp '57 April 11, 2021
Shirley Boehm Anglin '49 March 27, 2021
Patricia Schultz Steitz '57 February 4, 2021
Shirley Schroer Galvin '49 May 26, 2021
Arlene Sonntag Welling '57 September 19, 2021
Mary Lister Henson '50 July 8, 2021
S. Richelle Williams, SSND '57 May 12, 2021
Irene Kustra Backer '51 February 18, 2021
S. Barbara Boedeker, SSND '58 October 25, 2021
Shirley Mateker Gilson '52 September 13, 2021
Judith Swartz Potter '58 August 26, 2021
Betty Hartke Huegerich '52 March 12, 2021
Jean Laub Rutkowski '58 February 10, 2021
Melissa Clipper Stranger '97 September 30, 2021
Henrietta Siebe Langbein '52 January 3, 2021
Sharon McDermott Hill '59 August 4, 2021
Katie Goltschman Stevenson '00 October 4, 2021
Millie Sneed Steffe '61 October 14, 2021 Marianne Reibe Zuniga '62 August 9, 2021 Darlene Kobusch Stevens '63 March 5, 2021 Joan Pavlik Steele '64 January 15, 2021 Annette Zimmermann Strantz '64 August 25, 2021 Rose Vogel '70 March 27, 2021 Janet Dellinger Pinski '71 November 2, 2021 Vicki Berkbigler Nast '72 October 27, 2021 Cindy Ritzie Amsler '76 August 2, 2021 Kathleen Cosgrove Penberthy '76 April 28, 2021 Susan Vonder Haar '77 October 20, 2021 Peggy Bronson Stewart '89 December 13, 2021 Kristina Hinman Ripper '91 October 13, 2021
Spiritual Prayer Enrollment Cards Now Available Spiritual Prayer Enrollment Cards from Notre Dame High School are a unique way to let someone know you are thinking of them. The recipient will be enrolled and remembered in the daily collective prayers offered by the students, faculty and staff of Notre Dame High School. If you are interested in requesting cards or would like more information, please visit www.ndhs.net/prayer-cards.
14 The Le geND
UPCOMING EVENTS M A R K YOUR CAL E NDA RS!
MAR
3
B re ak out class rin your gs and send u s a pictu re!
I ❤ ND Day! MAR
5
Reunion Night (Grad Years 2 & 7) APR
8
Spring Musical (The Little Mermaid)
Saturday, February 12 th Doors Open at 6:00 PM $240 Per Table (8 People) www.ndhs.net /dueling-pianos NEW
!
cAmp nd
Week-Long Summer Camp Experience
APR
23 Casino Night & Auction AUG
6
Rising 5th-8th Grade Girls / June 6th through 10th R E G I S TRAT I O N O P E NS IN FEBRUARY 20 22
Golf Tournament Winter 2022
15
N O N - PROFI T ORG U. S . POSTAGE
PA I D ST. LO U IS, MO 6312 5 P E R M IT N O. 5 933
320 EAST R IPA AVEN UE ST. LOUIS, MO 6312 5
PARENTS OF AN ALUMNA: If this magazine is addressed to your daughter who has moved, please notify the Advancement Office at (314)544 -1015 x1019 or amcarroll@ndhs.net
@ NOTR EDAMESTL
STAY CONNECTED WITH NDHS Help Notre Dame strengthen our alumnae network and preserve our legacy!
Scan to Update Your Info New address? Major life event? Awesome achievement? Share your news with ND
Scan to Promote Notre Dame Be a champion for our future as a Social Media Ambassador or Class Representative
Scan to Sign Up For Emails Join our email list and receive a monthly alumnae memo with the latest ND news