Graduation View from the Cupola - 2019

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M O U N T D E S A L E S AC A D E M Y J U L Y 2019 | GRA DUA TION 1

MOUNT DE SALES ACADEMY BOARD OF TRUSTEES Brian P. MacLean P’14 President Elizabeth Gibbons Jennings ’80 P’12 ‘19 Vice President Kate Ohlmacher McAuliffe ‘02 Treasurer John Teixeira Secretary Sr. Mary Raymond Thye, O.P. Principal

GENERAL BOARD Thomas Brinker P’16 ‘20 ‘22 Christopher P. Brown, Esq. P’04 ‘08 Thomas Campbell P’14 Larraine Clark P’02 Reverend Michael DeAscanis Ronald C. Diegelman P’00 Timothy Dignan P’12 ‘14 Paul M. Finamore, Esq. P’11 ‘16 William Glover P’15 Kim Martel P’00 ’02 ’08 ‘15 Lynda Geier Mules ’77 P’05 ‘13 Reverend Michael J.P. Roach James Zalucki, M.D. P’12 ’15 ‘20

ADVANCEMENT TEAM Elizabeth Saverino ‘87

Director of Advancement

Karen von Lange P’09 ‘16 Director of Communications

Claire M. Cohagan ’78 P’07 ‘11 Director of Development

Virginia Shenk Development Coordinator

Denise Zambotti P’15 ‘17 ‘19 Development Assistant

Elizabeth Mahon ‘07

Director of Alumnae Relations

Jamie Wheeler

Graphic Designer

Madison Auer ‘16

Communications Intern

Jen Blake‘15

Communications Intern

ALUMNAE ASSOCIATION BOARD Megan McCawley ‘10 President Carol Nettina Dygert ‘08 Vice President Jeanne Schaible Langeluttig ‘84 Treasurer Danielle Wilson ‘11 Secretary

Mount de Sales Academy 700 Academy Rd. | Catonsville, MD 21228 410.744.8498 | Mountdesales.org Front Cover: Isabella Chilcoat ‘19 and Maria Ciarrocchi ‘19

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Greetings FROM THE

P RI N C IP A L

Dear Friends of Mount de Sales Academy, We have just completed our 167th academic year. It has been beautiful to watch the girls learn, grow, and flourish through academics and events each month. What a privilege to accompany them during this very formative time!

As I journeyed my first year with the students, I have been heartened to see that Mount de Sales teaches the girls not only how to navigate their own journeys, but also how to head in a direction that will ultimately bring them safely to port.

Our world presents many uncertainties, and Mount de Sales teaches truths that are timeless, reliable, and tested. There are critical questions each student must ask: Who am I? Why am I here? Where am I going? Fortunately, the good Lord has definitively shown us the way: first, by His example and teaching; and secondly, through Sacred Tradition and the Church. Students at Mount de Sales have the opportunity to set sail confidently and in the right direction with the support of this environment and our families.

Though MDSA certainly provides a sound foundation, it is still second to the solid foundation of the family. By far, what has impressed me the most is the charism of the Mount de Sales community. Parents, teachers, staff, Board of Trustees, alumnae, and benefactors continually dedicate time, talent, and resources for our students. With each event, meeting, committee, surprise ice cream social, and wall painted, our community conveys both service and love. It is a collective love that I have never seen in any other school. It is a profound blessing at Mount de Sales.

As I end my first year at Mount de Sales, I am full of gratitude. Grateful for the community. Grateful for the faith that is lived here.

Grateful for the goodness of our students.

Sincerely in Christ,

Sister Mary Raymond, O.P.

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Research in Science Night Volunteer Appreciation Luau High School Musical Athletics Class of 2019 Graduation President Updates Sailor Soiree

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Seek

AND Y OU WIL L

As Sodality members gathered at our January meeting, we discussed planning one of the various Mount de Sales Mercy Nights. Maura Flynn ’21, a member of the Mercy Night Committee, shared that planning the evening was an “encouraging experience [which] ignited new friendships with the other girls, thanks to our mutual love for Christ.”

With creativity and zeal, Maura and her 11 fellow committee members grew the Mercy Night into a Mercy Event with Matthew 7:7 as its theme, “Seek and you will find.” After school on March 29, a movie and popcorn kicked off the event. Students then prayed Vespers and enjoyed pizza with the Dominican Sisters. Following dinner, families and friends joined the girls in the Chapel of St. Francis de Sales, growing the gathering to 60 attendees. The group listened as Fr. Michael DeAscanis gave a

Nashville Trip

Mount de Sales students traveled to the Motherhouse of the Dominican Sisters of Saint Cecilia in Nashville, TN. They toured the Chapel, listened to a talk from a local Vanderbilt student, ventured to the Opryland tropical gardens, and enjoyed many moments with the Sisters!

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Find

reflection on, “Seek and you will find,” before exposition of the Blessed Sacrament and hearing confessions. Students were further encouraged

by Gabby Wells ’19 and Jimmy Hayburn (’18 graduate, St. Mary’s High School, Annapolis), who gave witness talks later that evening. A glowin-the-dark volleyball game, scavenger hunt, and snacks ended the night. “[Mercy Night] reminded me what our faith is all about,” Julia Seeley ’19 reflected. “Receiving Christ’s mercy…then going out and having good, healthy, genuine fun with friends.” Felicity Robertson ’22 added, “I can’t wait for the next Mercy Night!”

By: Sister Marie Genevieve, O.P., Religion Teacher

Mount

2000

Mount2000 is a Eucharistic retreat for high school students sponsored

by Mount St. Mary’s Catholic Seminary and University. This year, a large group of Mount de Sales students traveled to Emmitsburg , MD, for an inspirational weekend!

Showcasing Science AT MOUNT DE SAL E S

On March 28, Research in Science students culminated their yearlong independent research projects at the Science Showcase Night.

During the Showcase students presented and defended their work, fielding questions from parents and guests alike. Several special guests from various scientific fields were invited to mingle and ask students questions. First, people gathered around the posters to hear the young researchers explain their work and collaboration process. During the talk portion, students had a set amount of time to present their work and answer questions. All students responded to inquiries about their work with poise, confidence, and ease.

By participating in this class, students received an authentic experience of taking a research project from an idea, to a research plan, to conducting experiments, collecting and analyzing data, and communicating their work to the community. “Showcase night gave us the opportunity to experience something that other students do not have until graduate school…and that’s pretty cool,” said Regan Zeaser ‘19.

We are profoundly grateful to Joe Croteau P’03 and his family for their belief in and vision for Mount de Sales Academy and our students. The innovative laboratory and science research class are the realization of his encouragement to “dream big.” Additionally, we are most appreciative to our mentors who generously gave their time and effort to make this first year a success. The future is bright for each of these budding scientists!

By: Suzanna Ribblett P’21, Science Department Chair

Kate Maltby '20: Effect of Metformin on EMS and Laminitis in Equine Case Study Mentor: Dr. Lisa Davis P’20, Burleigh Manor Equine Rescue Allison Moses '19: Preliminary Assessment of Evaporation as an Alternative Method to Concentrating DNA Mentor: Dr. Christopher Cooney P’21, Akonni Biosystems Meghan Clayton '19: An Application for Communication: A Time Capsule for Military Members and their Families Mentor: Kathy Wright P’15 ‘19, Northrop Grumman Mikayla Maksym '19: Assessing the Plastic Polymer Breakdown in Different Sources of Water Mentor: Dr. Michael Gonsior, Chesapeake Biological Laboratory Rebecca Scallio '19: Identifying Humans and Artificial Intelligences through Acoustic Differences Mentor: Marina Congedo ‘13, Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory Mary Bartlinski '20: Exploring the Connection between Vegan Diet and Heart Disease Mentor: Dr. Eugene Schweitzer P ‘17 ‘18 ‘19, University of Maryland Medical Center Libby Rehkemper '19: Heart Arrhythmias Affecting Dialysis Patients Mentor: Jean Schweitzer P ‘17 ‘18 ‘19, University of Maryland Medical Center Hannah Whiting '19: The Effect of Cardiovascular Exercise on Test-Taking Speed and Accuracy Mentor: Dr. Caroline Colclough P ‘03 ‘05 ‘07, Community College of Baltimore County Regan Zeaser '19: The Effect of Simultaneous Alcohol and E-Cigarette Fluid Treatment on nAChRalpha7 Expression in Mouse Astrocytes Mentor: Dr. Erica Senseney McGrath '08, Food and Drug Administration

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SEMINAR OF THE HUMAN PERSON: REFLECTIONS FROM OUR FIRST YEAR Our first year of the Human Person Seminar was filled with moments when students opened their eyes to new perspectives and came to understand themselves and the world around them in new ways. The freshmen could not hold back their incredulity about a vintage Mount de Sales graduation dress: “They all voted and they still chose THAT?!” Sophomores settled in for an extended analogy comparing academics with running, and they particularly enjoyed the photo of the sprinter whose face is twisted into an expression at once both painful and triumphant. Juniors discussed the spiritual strengths and weaknesses of their individual temperaments, and seniors studied practical life skills.

The rooms buzzed with activity, knowledge and lots of great questions. Students engage in topics that were often difficult, from toxic substances to toxic relationships. They supported and encouraged each other, laughed out loud, and wrote silently about what they were learning.

What we set out to accomplish this year was somewhat monumental. First, we aimed to fill in the cracks between students’ education at school, home, and church. Second, we sought to teach and strengthen basic life and spiritual principles, like those mentioned above, in an intentional way grounded in the Catholic faith.

Did we cover everything? Of course not; but, we made a good start. Next year, with an academic philosophy department, we hope to take even greater strides in our mission: developing women of dignity, truth, integrity and love.

By: Emily Lowe Seminar Coordinator and English Teacher

The

Light of

Reason

INTRODUCING PHILOSOPHY In today’s society, it is increasingly difficult for our girls to navigate the countless moral issues that confront them. Each day they receive thousands of images and messages, from the series they watch on Netflix to the posts they follow on social media. As our students try to make sense of so many conflicting concepts, it is easy to understand why moral relativism has become pervasive, proffering that “what is true for you is not necessarily true for me.”

Though this type of sentiment may appear satisfying, it quickly unravels in the face of scrutiny. Our girls long for real ways to make sense of the big questions we all face.

Earlier this spring, a senior religion class was discussing the Church’s teachings on human sexuality. As a barrage of questions issued forth, the students tackled them slowly, reasoning through to sound conclusions about why the Church teaches what it does. At the end of the discussion, one of the students asked, “Is this why we’re beginning a philosophy department next year?” She recognized something that all our students will soon have the chance to see—when faced with tough questions, we don’t have to settle for unsatisfactory responses, such as “this is my truth, and that is your truth.”

Yes, in large part that is why Mount de Sales Academy is launching a philosophy department in the 2019-2020 academic year. This new department will equip our students with the intellectual tools needed to grapple with major questions of our day, such as whether or not there is such a thing as objective truth, whether freedom means the ability to do whatever one wants, and whether moral principles help or hinder one in the pursuit of true happiness.

In past years, the religion department covered some philosophy in its curriculum.

Now the religion and philosophy departments will work alongside one another, like two oarsmen who work together to steer a ship, helping our girls navigate the rough waters of modern culture. While the religion department will continue to study truths revealed by God and known by the light of faith, the philosophy department will focus on truths that can be known by the light of reason. Rooted in the teachings of St. Thomas Aquinas and his forerunner Aristotle, our philosophy curriculum will offer students semester-based studies of perennial topics related to the human person and ethics, and it will teach students to view current issues through the lens of good reasoning. God has given us an amazing gift: the power of intellect. With a little training, such as our new philosophy department will offer, our girls can use this gift to its full potential, arriving at the truth, the truth that sets us free.

By: Sister Maris Stella, O.P., Religion Department Chair from 2017-2019

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Volunteer

Appreciation LUAU

“Each of you should use whatever gift you have received to serve others, as faithful stewards of God’s grace in its various forms.”

1 Peter 4:10 “Mahalo,” Hawaiian for thank you, was the word of the night as Volunteer Coordinator Kim Dignan P’12 ’14 graciously thanked over 100 volunteers at this year’s Volunteer Appreciation Luau.

Decked out in Hawaiian shirts, colorful floral dresses, and bright leis, our past and present MDSA parents, grandparents, board members, alumnae, and friends gathered for an evening of fellowship. Our Dominican Sisters were also present to thank our dedicated volunteers who enjoyed their Hawaiian cocktails and cornhole. Some fun-spirited parents even gave the HulaHoops a try!

Michael O’Donovan, owner of Pablo’s Toc O’s, and his family provided a delicious Hawaiian buffet including grilled chicken and pineapple kabobs, sweet and sour meatballs, fish tacos, and more.

Before dinner, Kim Dignan, Sr. Mary Raymond, O.P., and Trustee Chris Brown P’04 ’08 expressed their sincerest thanks to all who supported the MDSA mission in numerous ways—from baking, to mentoring our science research students, to power washing our piazza. As Kim always says, “No one can do everything, but everyone can do something.”

“From the bottom of my heart,” she shared, “thank you all for so passionately carrying out our mission and ensuring that the beautiful traditions of Mount de Sales continue for our Sailors.”

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Wildcats!

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W HA T T EA M ?

The winter musical this year was a throwback to 2007, when Mount de Sales became one of the first schools to perform High School Musical On Stage! The Disney Channel movie of the same name exploded into a worldwide phenomenon on release, and the MDSA production that year was a huge hit among students and patrons alike.

In this story, basketball star Troy Bolton (Patrick Scott, MSJ ’21) and brainy bookworm Gabriella Montez (Tatiana Andolz-Casanova ’21) cause an uproar among their social cliques by auditioning for the school musical. When twin co-captains of the Drama Club Sharpay (Isabelle Somma ’21) and Ryan Evans (Brennan Hyde, MSJ ’20) conspire against them, their friends unite to make their dreams come true!

The cast of over 70 students got to bring out their inner jock, cheerleader, brainiac, or skater, and the theatre kids got to be…well...theatre kids! Samantha Sheldon ’19 showed hip-hop skills as Martha Cox; Erin Moran ’19 led the Brainiacs as Taylor McKessie; and Sophie Palmer ’19 endeared the audience with her portrayal of composer Kelsie Nielson. Chloe Steer ’20 was hilarious as Ms. Darbus, earning a Cappies award nomination for Best Comic Actress in a Musical.

Director Rosie Bacon brought the 2006 story into the present, using smartphones in “Cellular Fusion” and allowing the students in the cast to create Snapchat and Instagram accounts for their characters. A slideshow of screenshots kept the audience up to date with their latest social media posts! Stage managers Lilly Pope ’19 and Gaby Rivas-De Leon ’19 kept the 25-member crew moving smoothly through set changes, and Music Director Jeff Hosier conducted students in the pit band playing all the show’s most famous songs.

Throughout the weekend, alumnae members of the original 2007 MDSA cast came to see their characters brought back to life by current students. They enjoyed reminiscing about their own version of High School Musical and connecting with their counterparts! Although cliques, fashion, and technology have changed in the past 12 years, we know we’re still “All in this Together!”

By: Angela Romeo ’94 P’18, Producer/Choreographer/Dance Teacher

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Collegiate Athletes

Not Pictured RILEIGH BYRD

Saint Mary’s College of Maryland Lacrosse SYDNEY CHOO QUAN

Catholic University Lacrosse

GIANNA ANTONE

LINDSEY TOLLE

MARY BLEE

Towson University Field Hockey

Marquette University Lacrosse

Chesapeake College Softball

OLIVIA DAVIDSON

Greensboro College Softball

JUSTINE DECKER

Columbia University Lacrosse

Jacksonville University Lacrosse

Catholic University Lacrosse

GABRIELLA CONZALEZ

Roanoke College Soccer

KAITLYN BUSH

ABBY MONACO

MALINA BEIDEMAN

Messiah College Volleyball

JENNA GWINN

UMBC Swimming

LINDSEY KELLY

SAMANTHA FACIUS

University of Maryland Track/XC

Furman University Lacrosse

ALLIE CLUSTER

York College Softball

ANNIE WRIGHT

Catholic University of America Golf

ELIZABETH REHKEMPER

Radford University Lacrosse

End-of-Year Athletic Awards Sailor Athlete of the Year Juliette Whittaker ‘22 Sailor Athletic Achievement Award Justine Decker ‘19

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C. Markland Kelly Jr. Athletic Service Award Kristen Zaranski ‘19 Sister Mary Leonard Academic Athlete Award Isabella Whittaker ‘20

Scholar Athlete Award Kristen Zaranski ‘19 Margaret Ruddy Williams Athletic Anchor Award Elizabeth Rehkemper ‘19

William J. Held Athletic Leadership Award Samantha Facius ‘19

TRACK AND FIELD

Races TO THE Finish!

Two events highlight Mount de Sales’ spring track and field season: the Penn Relays Distance Medley Relay (DMR) performance and the recent IAAM Championship.

On the grand stage that is the Penn Relays, the DMR team of Samantha Facius ‘19, Grace Flynn ‘20, Isabella Whittaker ‘20, and Juliette Whittaker ‘22 set a new school record of 11:50.12, a time which is also the fifth fastest in the nation and resulted in a fine fourth place finish at Penn among the best teams in the country.

At Championships, we placed first in nine out of 18 events. Remarkably, it appeared as if this might not be enough as McDonogh seemed to gain on us with each new event. With only six events left, a dramatic turnaround occurred. Beyond our expectations, we won the 4x100 relay. Each event thereafter revealed our strengths.

Both sprinters and distance runners in all four grades contributed a

remarkable team effort that resulted in an overall victory for the second year in a row.

Samantha Facius ’19 shares, “The Mount de Sales track and field team has some unique qualities that you will not find on any other team. We pray before every race; we pray not that we will win, but rather we pray for the grace and strength to finish races knowing we left it all on the track. We went into championships hungry for a win after an extremely tough loss in the indoor season. Even when we were in second behind McDonogh during day two, we held up our heads and with determination, we pushed ourselves for the team. We came together as a team, and for that, I could not be more proud of us all.”

By: Coach Steve Weber

Coach of the Year

This is Coach Steve Weber’s 10th year as Track Coach at Mount de Sales. It was a monumental year for him as he was awarded the 2018 All-Metro girls cross country Coach of the Year! His dedication and spirit have and continue to bring home many victories!

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Graduation THE R E D C L AS S

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Accomplishments OF THE

CLAS S OF 2019

HEADING TO

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MATRICULATING AT

65

colleges and universities

100%

attending a four % 93 year school

COLLEGE APPLICATION AND

acceptance

51%

49%

ATTENDING in

8

Maryland

athletes playing at NCAA DIVISION I and II schools

17 $

scholarships total for MILLION

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states across the U.S. (and France!)

DOLLARS

TRAVELING

out of state

ATHLETES playing

at the collegiate

level

$

90%

ATTENDING

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Catholic universities

TOTAL HOURS OF

Christian service:

20,100

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ACCEPTED TO UNITED STATES

military preparatory school West Point after first year

WERE OFFERED merit scholarships

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Top Distinctions

OF TH E S ENI OR CLAS S

Valedictorian

Salutatorian

“In our four years here, we’ve learned what it means to be women of faith in a stormy world. We’ve learned to challenge ourselves and work through our struggles.

We’ve learned that serving others gives us more joy than serving ourselves. We’ve learned how to love, and how to forgive. Most importantly, we’ve learned that our ultimate goal in life is union with God in Heaven.”

“Someone once told me that giant sequoia trees... grow tall by intertwining their roots with the roots of neighboring trees to give them the strength and support they need to grow taller than they ever could have on their own. The same is true with us. We have grown so much...simply because we have built each other up and learned to lean on one other.”

THERESA BALICK

COLLEEN ROCHE

Mount de Sales Girl ERIN MORAN

“We have encouraged each other to become lifelong learners who will support one another as we transform from schoolgirls to alumnae. As alumnae we will join those who have graduated before us and serve as role models for future students. No matter where life takes us, we will always be Mount de Sales girls.”

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Accepted Colleges O F T H E CLAS S OF 2019

Adelphi University Albright College Anne Arundel Community College Arcadia University Arizona State University Auburn University Baylor University Becker College Belmont Abbey College Belmont University Benedictine University Bucknell University Butler University California State University, Los Angeles Carroll Community College Champlain College Chapman University Chesapeake College Christendom College Clemson University Cleveland Institute of Art Coastal Carolina University College of Charleston College of William & Mary Columbia University Community College of Baltimore County Delaware Valley University DePaul University DeSales University Dickinson College East Carolina University Eastern Kentucky University Elon University Fairfield University Flagler College Florida Atlantic University Florida International University Florida Southern College Fordham University Franciscan University of Steubenville Frostburg State University Furman University Gettysburg College Greensboro College Hampton University Hawai’i Pacific University High Point University Hood College

Howard Community College Howard University Indiana University of Pennsylvania Jacksonville University James Madison University Johnson & Wales University Lebanon Valley College Louisiana State University Loyola University of Maryland Marquette University Marymount University McDaniel College Mercy College Messiah College Mississippi College Mount St. Mary’s University North Carolina State University Nova Southeastern University Old Dominion University Pace University Queens University of Charlotte Quinnipiac University Radford University Randolph-Macon College Roanoke College Robert Morris University Rutgers University Saint Francis University Saint Joseph’s University Saint Vincent College Salisbury University San Diego State University Seton Hall University Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania Southern Wesleyan University St. Andrew’s University St. Mary’s College of Maryland Stetson University Stevenson University Stony Brook University Suffolk University State University of New York Delhi Temple University The American University of Paris The Catholic University of America The Pennsylvania State University The United States Military Academy Preparatory School

The University of Akron The University of Alabama The University of Mississippi The University of North Carolina at Charlotte The University of Scranton The University of Tampa The University of Tennessee Thomas Jefferson University Towson University Trinity University Tulane University University of Arkansas University of California, Davis University of California, Irvine University of California, San Diego University of Charleston University of Colorado Boulder University of Dallas University of Dayton University of Delaware University of Georgia University of Hawai’i at Manoa University of Kentucky University of Louisville University of Maryland, Baltimore County University of Maryland, College Park University of Massachusetts Amherst University of New Hampshire University of North Carolina Wilmington University of Pittsburgh University of Rhode Island University of San Diego University of San Francisco University of South Florida University of Virginia Villanova University Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University Washington & Jefferson College Washington College West Chester University of Pennsylvania West Virginia University Wilson College Xavier University York College of Pennsylvania *Bold indicates a college or university a graduate will attend.

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Class OF 20 1 9

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Julia Christine Abell

Kaitlyn Marie Bush

Angelica Claudine de Guzman

Clare Elizabeth Gower

Elizabeth McLean Akers

Rileigh Marie Byrd

Justine Margaret Decker

Grace Frances Gretz

Gianna Victoria Antone

Madison Grace Capps

Ellie Marie DeGroote

Jenna Margaret Gwinn

Sophia Alissa Averza

Katelyn Marie Carroll

Mary Anastasia Delaney

Alexis Rei Hamilton

Theresa Elizabeth Balick

Carly Michelle Carruba

Maura Keely Devine

Paige Catherine Bauer

Isabella Marian Chilcoat

Samantha Nicole Facius

Alessandra Michelle Kim Haslbeck

Mackenzie Elizabeth Baynes

Sydney Nia Choo Quan

Myah McKenna Fisher-Hopkins

Mary Susan Beall

Maria Elena Ciarrocchi

Ileana Franklin

Malina Nichole Beideman

Meghan Elizabeth Clayton

Olivia Therese Fuselier

Mary Margaret Blee

Allie Marie Cluster

Anna Marie Galvin

Emma Elizabeth Boarman

Emily Anne Connell

Lauren Ashley Gartrell

Therese Marie Boegel

Caroline Blake Corbitt

Kasey RenĂŠ Garvey

Sarah Joan Bonney

Olivia Rose Corfman

Elizabeth Lee Gerry

Josephine Regina Borsh

Claira Eve Cunningham

Erin Christina Giermek

Meaghan Elizabeth Buchness

Vy Phuong Dang

Sarah Noel Gonder

Meredith Grace Buller

Olivia Anna Davidson

Gabriella Tessa Gonzalez

Sydney Nicole Burns

Edeline Adeniyi Davies

Margaret Eleanor Gorman

Margaret Mary Hasson Abigail Catherine Higdon Jordan Mackenzie Hobson Marisa Kate Hoffman Rachel Elizabeth Hornig Kathleen Le Hua Grace Elizabeth Hutchinson Lily HaMin Jenkins Grace Gibbons Jennings Anna Katherine Jones Casey Zoe Jones

Emma Nicole Karpovich

Alexandra Brenda Novak

Rebecca Elease Scallio

Mikayla Joelle Tucker

Lindsey Kathleen Kelly

Riley Anne Paglione

Kaitlinn Rose Schinzel

Lauren MeiLee DuChen Wagner

Rachel May Krug

Sophie Jean Palmer

Veronica Jean Schweitzer

Lauren Nicole Wajbel

Abby Elizabeth Kuhn

Mycah Landon Palmerino

Julia Rosemary Seeley

Gabrielle Maria Wells

Grace Catherine Laquatra

Sarah Elizabeth Patrick

Samantha Noelle Sheldon

Gabrielle Wells Whelan

Ada Grace Taylor Lindahl

Sneha Mary Philip

Amanda Kane Silvers

Hannah Ily Whiting

Maryanne Elizabeth Macdonald

Lillian Elizabeth Pope

Morgan Grace Small

Jaida Angel Nicole Wilson

Mikayla Renee Maksym

Joanna Grace Puglisi

MaryElizabeth Monika Smith

Laura Christina Wilson

Jennifer Marino

Michelle Fanlau Rawnsley

Sophia Elizabeth Spedden

Hannah Grace Wiseman

Victoria Salutillo Matiga

Elizabeth Rose Rehkemper

Lauren Elizabeth Sterner

Anna Patrice Wright

Maura Kathleen McCormack

Emily Rose Ripley

Heather Lauren Stofregen

Maria Grace Zambotti

Meghan Elise McKenna

Gabriela Isabel Rivas-De Leon

Carleigh Marie Stokes

Kristen Julia Zaranski

Abigail Elaine Monaco

Colleen Elizabeth Roche

Alejandra Nicole Sullivan

Regan Mary Zeaser

Erin Michelle Moran

Julie Ann Rowe

Jennifer Alexandra Taylor

Jenny Dequito Ziegenhein

Madelyn Elizabeth Morgan

Sydney Elizabeth Roy

Lindsey Renee Tolle

Allison Kelli Moses

Anna Grace Ryan

Angela Margaret Tozzi

Kristina Elizabeth Murtha

Katherine Anderson Ryan

Jenny Oai Tran

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Merging

Science & Faith

SUZANNA RIBBLETT RECEIVES TEACHER OF THE YEAR AWARD! Mrs. Suzanna Ribblett, MDSA’s 2018-2019 Teacher of the Year recipient, reflects the true meaning behind the award. Mrs. Ribblett teaches a variety of science courses at Mount de Sales, including Marine Ecology, AP Biology, and Science Research. Some of Mrs. Ribblett’s highlights include taking on her new role as Science Department Chair, overseeing the opening of a new science lab on the lower level of the school, and leading the latest Research in Science course, a huge collaborative initiative that paired students with mentors to study a specific science research project.

When asked about her experience teaching at Mount de Sales, Mrs. Ribblett says, “I like teaching at Mount de Sales because it has allowed me to share my faith and love of science at the same time. In the science field, particularly, it is challenging to put yourself out there and claim to be Catholic or even Christian. It is time for that to change; we have a unique opportunity here to empower our female students with the freedom to be faithful and understand and experience the process of science.”

The Mount de Sales community is very fortunate to have dedicated teachers like Mrs. Ribblett. We thank her, as well as the entire faculty of Mount de Sales, for their continued efforts and dedication both in and out of the classroom.

By: Madison Auer ‘16

The Teacher of the Year is: • Nominated by students and peers • Committed to teaching excellence • Dedicated to students and philosophy of MDSA • Respected by students, parents, and colleagues • Able to motivate students toward a greater appreciation of learning 18

Recent Alumnae

G RADU AT E P ROF I LES

Therese Boegel ‘19

Tess is a winner of the Founder’s Scholarship essay competition for acceptance into the honors program at Mount Saint Mary’s University.

Students who met certain academic criteria were invited to apply for this full-tuition scholarship. Tess was one of over 300 applicants and eight finalists to be considered. Only two recipients receive this prestigious accomplishment. Although still undecided, she is considering majoring in English. Tess says that Mount de Sales helped her be confident in her own skin.

She also credits the skills she learned in her English classes as well as the Sacred Heart program to being successful in the essay competition.

Kristen Zaranski ‘19

Kristen Zaranski will attend the University of Maryland, College Park, in the fall. She was accepted into the honors program and will major in bioengineering. Additionally, Kristen will be part of the First Year Innovation & Research Experience (FIRE), which according to the university, “provides students authentic research experience, broad mentorship and degree credit that impact academic success, personal development, a strong sense of community and professional opportunity.” Kristen says, “I’ve always been interested in math and science, so I’m very excited to pursue bioengineering at Maryland…I can’t wait to be a part of the Maryland family and see where it takes me!”

Jennifer Taylor ‘19

Jennifer was selected to attend the United States Military Academy Preparatory School (USMAPS). The mission of the USMAPS is to provide focused academic, military, and physical instruction in a moral-ethical environment to prepare, motivate, and inspire Cadet Candidates for formal entry into the United States Military Academy. Entry into USMAPS and the Academy provides an educational package totaling over $300,000. The admissions process involved a physical fitness test, a high GPA, and an above-average SAT score as well as a nomination from a United States congressman or senator. With a 10% acceptance rate, to be one of the few applicants selected to attend USMAPS is an honor. Jennifer is on track to be a member of the United States Military Academy Class of 2024. Two West Point alumni attended the Honors Assembly at Mount de Sales to welcome, encourage, and congratulate Jennifer on her acceptance into the prestigious prep school.

Elizabeth

Rehkemper ‘19

After an accomplished four years as a student, Libby Rehkemper will pursue a degree in nursing at Radford University where she will also play NCAA Division I lacrosse. Her high SAT scores earned her a spot in the honors program at Radford. Additionally, she received $12,000 in merit scholarships. While a student at Mount de Sales, Libby was a member of the first Research in Science class and played lacrosse all four years. She received the Margaret Ruddy Williams Anchor Award, which recognizes an athlete who has sought to overcome challenges though hard work.

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UPDATES FROM THE

P resident Dear Friends of Mount de Sales:

Signing diplomas is one of my most meaningful jobs as Board of Trustees President.

It symbolizes why the Board works so hard — the students! With each signature, I am confident we did our best for the young woman whose name is on that diploma.

Similarly, Sister Mary Raymond’s signature represents the work of each administrator, teacher, and staff member who serves our students.

Why do we all work so hard? In order that each student can maximize her potential while recognizing her value and the value of others.

Investing in MDSA is not limited to our campus. It takes root in each student and bears fruit beyond our imagination. You cannot place a value on an investment in human potential. That is why we will not tire of making the case for the need for support.

For the capital campaign, the community has and continues to respond generously. With the milestones of $5 million raised in pledges and gifts with $2.5 million cash in hand achieved, planning for construction is well underway. When students begin the 2019-2020 school year, they will see the early results of those milestones. Beginning construction, however, does not mean we no longer need support.

In order to reduce the long-term financial burden on Mount de Sales Academy, our total campaign goal is $6 million. The completion of the capital campaign is a top priority for this coming school year.

If you have not yet given, please consider this an invitation to support the campaign with gifts of finance and prayer. Possibly, you came on board early in the campaign and are nearing the end of your pledge payments. Would you consider extending your pledge?

The graduation issue of the View from the Cupola is the perfect time to take stock in what we have achieved and celebrate the realization of dreams for our students and school.

With sincere gratitude,

Brian P. MacLean P’14 President, Board of Trustees

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Lookout for FALL CELEBRATION information highlighting our progress on the Center for Performing Arts and Student Life!

The above images show the Center for Performing Arts and Student Life. They are as envisioned by Rubeling & Associates, a division of JMT.

40 Years

BOARD OF TRUSTEES

Celebrates

As we near the 40th anniversary of the establishment of the Board of Trustees this November, it is an ideal time to recognize their founding, continuation, and impact on Mount de Sales Academy.

The Policy Board, as it was originally named, first met on November 13, 1979. The goal of the nine-member team was to save the school and transition from Visitation nuns to a lay administration. After this was achieved, they aimed to ensure the continuance of the Academy with its traditions as well as provide for its financial stability. In a 1984 interview, former president and trustee, Chris Cuddeback, said, “The question is now, can the school grow? Looking at what we’re doing now, if we tried to be a little larger, what would happen? We are already growing – in 1979 we had approximately 160 students and we have 201 right now – but the one thing that constantly stands out in alumnae surveys is the importance of the family atmosphere graduates found here. We can’t risk losing that (Academy of Every Virtue).”

The current Board of Trustees has doubled to 18 members who continue this work today, in keeping with their fiduciary responsibility for the school. Together, they provide direction and guidance to ensure the Catholic character and mission of the school as well as provide for its quality, continuity, and stability.

The Mount de Sales community is indebted to the past and present trustees for their unfailing dedication, service, and personal financial support. We are profoundly grateful to the current trustees for their leadership in moving the capital campaign forward and standing by the project with 100% financial participation!

It is beautiful to see the vision of the original Board come to fruition. The Mount de Sales Academy of today would exceed all their expectations. Their wish for enrollment growth has been well realized, and our campus has been transformed while our traditions and family atmosphere remain strong.

1986-1987 Board of Trustees

Back row L to R: Tom Brinker, Fr. Roach, Chris Brown, Tim Dignan, Ron Diegelman, Sr. Mary Raymond, Brian MacLean, Jim Zalucki, Bill Glover, and Tex Teixeira. Front row L to R: Lynda Mules, Kate McAuliffe, Kim Martel, & Tom Campbell.

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Jacqui Magnes ‘86, P‘18 ‘20

Rev. Al Scharbach P’15, MDSA Chaplain

Pistorio, Don and Chris GP ’22 Sue Ryan P’05, ‘13 ‘15 ‘19, Molly Hasson P’16 ‘19

CE LEB R A T I N G A T T H E

Sailor Soirée

Mount de Sales Academy continues to flourish thanks to its amazing community! Students are attaining incredible achievements, enrollment is robust, volunteerism is on the rise, and the generosity of our community is transformative.

This year we celebrated our benefactors* at the inaugural Sailor Soiree. More than 100 guests came together on Saturday, March 16, to savor the accomplishments of the past year. After Mass and a thank you from Principal Sister Mary Raymond and Board President Brian MacLean P’14, guests enjoyed festive fellowship over hors d’oeuvres and cocktails.

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Rick and Jackie Arnold P’11

We are grateful to everyone who joined us for the Soiree and made it a fun and memorable evening. We look forward to celebrating next year with an even larger crowd! A heartfelt thank you to all our friends who give their time, prayer, and financial support at every level! Your generosity is foundational in providing the resources to fulfill our mission.

*Donors who gave $1,000+ outright or pledged $5,000+ to MDSA within the 2018 calendar year, and benefactors who have given $100,000+ cumulatively, were invited to the Sailor Soiree.

Dr. Alexander and Jean Fielding P’22

Mark and Mary Clare Gretz P’13 ‘15 ‘18

Don and Christina Pistorio GP ‘22

Kim Martel P’00 ‘02 ‘08 ‘15 and Beth Saverino ‘87

Julie Pistorio P’22

Theresa Kirby ‘20

Brian and Kathy Wright P’15 ‘19

Wayne McDowell P’01, Jeff Hosier, Chris Brown P’04 ‘08

Thank you

FOR YOUR

SUPPORT OF MOUNT DE SALES ACADEMY! THIS YEAR WE CELEBRATE *: *Numbers reflect gifts received during the 2018-2019

1,372 people,

foundations, & corporations SUPPORTED MDSA

841 DONORS increased the amount OF THEIR FINANCIAL SUPPORT

193 FRIENDS MADE THEIR

fir st gift TO MDSA

Fiscal Year to date, 7/1/2018-5/7/2019.

Margaret and Creg Howland

Allison Voigt Giampapa ‘03

Sr. Mary Raymond O.P., David Binette P’05 ‘07 ‘15 Lee Arnold P’14 ‘16 ‘20

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ALUMNAE ASSOCIATION

Easter Egg Hunt On Palm Sunday, the Alumnae Association hosted their annual Easter Egg Hunt. They stuffed over 1,000 eggs with goodies and welcomed alumnae children and grandchildren to enjoy springtime at Mount de Sales.

Face painting, a bounce house, and even a visit with the Easter Bunny made this event special. We loved seeing our alumnae bring their children back to campus and hope to see some new faces next year!

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I must admit that transitioning from 12 years of Catholic school to a state university of over 20,000 undergraduates was slightly intimidating. I chose to attend Virginia Tech because I was ready for the challenge after a foundation in Catholic grade school and four years at MDSA. Being a college freshman brought many uncertainties; I knew I needed a community of authentic, faithful people in my life, so I joined the Newman Community. Surrounding myself with like-minded Christian individuals nourished me spiritually, and bolstered me for discussion with peers of different faiths and beliefs. Without my strong Catholic foundation from Mount de Sales, I never would have felt confident to express my beliefs to others who were skeptical or had little exposure to Catholicism. Mount de Sales also helped develop my love for service, which is inherent to Virginia Tech’s motto, Ut Prosim, “that I may serve.” Many of my extracurricular activities involve service, including volunteering as a client advocate at the local pregnancy resource center, serving as president of Students for Life, and Eucharistic ministering to the sick and homebound.

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Additionally, the academic rigor and wonderful teachers at Mount de Sales undoubtedly prepared me for my academic career at Virginia Tech. I am studying nanomedicine, a brandnew major, which involves participating in undergraduate research that relates to nanoscience. I joined a lab that studies natural compounds for treatment of diabetes, combining my passions for medicine and natural remedies. To incorporate nanoscience into my research, I came up with a research idea for using nano-polymers to enhance the delivery of these natural compounds within the body. A few months after crafting and developing the project, I applied to present my research idea at the Falling Walls Lab regional competition in New York, which involves presenting a research pitch in under three minutes. As the only undergraduate student among professors, PhD researchers, and graduate students, I surprised myself by placing first, earning the grand prize of presenting my pitch again in Berlin, Germany.

I departed to Berlin for the experience of a lifetime, where I was one of 100 finalists from over 50 countries and many levels of academia. I was humbled to be among such a prestigious group and was warmly welcomed by my competitors despite being the only undergraduate. After my pitch, I answered a question from Nobel Foundation Chairman of the Board Carl-Henrik Heldin, which was an extreme honor. Overall, this experience was unforgettable, and I look forward to reconnecting with many of the friends that I made from around the world on this trip.

I am forever grateful to the many Mount de Sales teachers, friends, and staff who helped shape who I am as a woman and inspired me to make a difference in the world.

Gigi Grogan ‘16 after presenting her research project at the Falling Walls Lab regional competition in New York, where she placed first.

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Alumnae N E W S

L eg a c y

IN THE CLASS OF 2019

This was a significant year for the number of legacies to graduate from Mount de Sales. There were 12 girls who walked through the Music Hall windows in the footsteps of their mothers or grandmothers before them. 1988 graduates Lisa Blake Corbitt, Ann Marie Tirocchi-Byrd, and Patty Watkins experienced the privilege of sharing this bond with their daughters’ classmates, 31 years after their own graduation. We look forward to future generations of women who will continue their own legacy at Mount de Sales.

Back row L to R: Kathleen Walter Bonney ’87, Sarah Bonney, Patty Watkins ’88, Laura Wilson, Paige Bauer, Jocelyn Chasis Klucar ’85, Rachel Hornig, Anne Walsh Hornig ‘83. Middle Row L to R: Sandra Liberto Zitzer ’67, Katherine McIntyre Sheldon ’98, Ann Marie TirocchiByrd ’88, Elizabeth Gibbons Jennings ’80, Lisa Blake Corbitt ‘88. Front Row L to R: Jenny Ziegenhein, Meghan Clayton, Samantha Sheldon, Rileigh Byrd, Grace Jennings, Caroline Corbitt, Maura McCormack. Not pictured: Madison Capps (Great-Grandmother: Myra Kathryn Vonderlehr ’35)

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Celebrates

50 Years

There are many timeless traditions surrounding graduation at Mount de Sales Academy. Whether it is wearing the white dress, or walking through the windows, every graduate remembers the experience. For women in the Class of 1969, many of the memories surrounding their own graduation day came to mind while they celebrated their 50th reunion as a part of the 167th commencement in 2019. The women gathered for a reception in the Bird Room and enjoyed a tour of the school, complete with a trip up to the Cupola before joining the families and graduates in the Music Hall. This was the fourth Mount de Sales graduation for Bernadette Neville Hillman’69 who watched two daughters of her own walk across the same stage in 1992 and 1995. She was emotional during the reunion saying, “Even after all these years, there is nothing—nothing quite like a Mount de Sales graduation ceremony!”

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The Class of 1969 enjoys a beautiful view of campus from the Cupola!

Back row L to R: Ann Hennigan Kendrall, Mary Slicher, Vyta Galinis Puleo, Mary O’Mara Seal, Bernadette Neville Hillman, Sandra Etzler Ruane.

Four Years Out AND SAILING STRONG

SYDNEY HUNTER ‘15 Upon her graduation from Boston University this spring, Sydney Hunter was awarded a Fulbright Fellowship to attend graduate school at the University of Liverpool where she will work on her master’s degree in archaeology.

For the last four years, Sydney studied environmental archaeology, which is the study of how people in the past interacted with, affected and were affected by their environments. For her undergraduate thesis, she focused specifically on Islamic period agricultural developments in Uzbekistan by looking at plant microfossils in the archaeological record. According to Boston University, “Sydney chose to apply for a Fulbright award at the University of Liverpool because their archaeology program encompasses both theoretical and practical approaches to environmental archaeology that will allow her to gain a better understanding of the complex relationships between human cultures and environments in the past. The United Kingdom’s archaeological approaches are hands-on and inspire independent learning. By immersing herself in a program with UK students and scholars, Sydney will learn how they uniquely approach the field, which will provide valuable insight to her work in environmental archaeology upon her return to the United States for PhD studies.”

This summer she will be abroad in Turkey working at an archaeological site collecting plant remains.

SHANNON MORAN ‘15 graduated from Washington College in May with her bachelor’s degree in English.

While her diploma was four years in the making, it is not the only accomplishment for Shannon this spring. During her final semester, she was awarded the Sophie Kerr Prize which is the nation’s largest literary prize for college undergraduates. The award totaled to $63,912 this year. It is given to a graduating Washington College senior whom, in the eyes of the Sophie Kerr Committee (the full-time English Department faculty and the President of Washington College), has the best ability and promise for future fulfillment in the field of literary endeavor.

While she has always loved literature, Shannon decided during Mrs. Lowe’s sophomore American Literature class at Mount de Sales that she wanted to major in English. She started writing poetry that summer and held aspirations to write the next “Great American Novel.”

Shannon chose Washington College because of the amazing literary community and legacy. Early on, she discovered that she preferred writing poetry over fiction and became interested in screenwriting as well, taking a course through New York University. Throughout the years, she spent countless hours in workshops, at readings, and trading poetry between peers. When she applied for the Sophie Kerr Prize, she never thought she would win.

Shannon says, “I feel like I’ve been in a dream. I am so, so grateful for the opportunity. The money will allow me to live comfortably while I write and continue my future in literature. As for right now, it is locked away until I need it. I’ll will be taking some time off this summer to write and take another screenwriting course, and then I hope to find some internships or a job until I attend graduate school.”

Happy 9 5 TH Birthday On April 13, MARY ANN RITTER ROTH ’43 turned 95 years old! Her entire family was there to celebrate, traveling from all over the country including six different states. Mary Ann has quite a legacy, not only with her own family of three children, eight grandchildren, and eight great grandchildren, but at Mount de Sales as well. She is a member of the class of 1943, which is the only class to wear cap and gowns on graduation day. Dress materials were rationed for World War ll, and they did not carry red roses either. Mary Ann watched her two daughters Sandy Roth Burgamy ’70 and Susan Roth Tomasulo ’65, walk through the windows at Mount de Sales some years later. Knowing her love of Mount de Sales, friends and family members made a gift to the school in honor of Mary Ann’s 95th birthday. This gift will fund the cost of class rings and graduation gowns for current students. Happy Birthday, Mary Ann! 27

Alumnae N E W S Two Sailor athletes, JACKIE SEBODA PFEILER ’86 P’23 and GAIL DECKERWITTMAN ’00, were inducted into the Greater Baltimore Lacrosse Foundation Hall of Fame on January 26, 2019. Jackie and Gail are both accomplished in the sport of lacrosse, having played four years at Mount de Sales and continuing their athletic careers in college and later in coaching. Jackie attended University of Maryland, Baltimore County (UMBC), where she is also honored in the Retriever Hall of Fame for her career of 158 points and 115 goals scored. Both marks still rank among UMBC’s Top 10. She is currently vice president of finance for St. John Properties and coaches with the Bitmore Lacrosse program. Gail played at James Madison University (JMU). She was named an NCAA Division I All-American athlete in 2003 and 2004.

Gail holds the JMU career records for goals with 201 and points with 267. She went on to coach at Emerson College, where she was named the Greater Northeast Athletic Conference Coach of the Year in 2010.

Both women are honored in Mount de Sales Academy’s Athletic Hall of Fame.

SHANNON NEWTON ERDMAN ’95 and husband Artie welcomed a little baby boy to their family on January 8, 2019. Grayson Scott Erdman was born weighing 7 pounds 7 ounces and measuring 21 inches long. He joins big brother Jaden, who is a junior at Mount St. Joseph High School, and sisters Charleigh, 5, and Reese, 3. Everyone is doing well.

BRIGID BOYCE KEMMERER ’96 recently published her ninth young adult novel. She has been writing since she was young. Many of her fond memories of Mount de Sales include writing stories in her notebook, sometimes even when she was not supposed to; she still remembers getting in trouble in precalculus when Mrs. Hastings caught her writing under her textbook! Her most recent novel, A Curse So Dark and Lonely, is about an enchanted prince who kidnaps a girl from our world to help him break a curse. She is honored, humbled, and blessed to see it reach the New York Times Best Seller list. This has been a dream of hers for a very long time, and Brigid looks forward to having a chance to share more stories with the world.

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SAMANTHA SNADER GLADHILL ’03 and husband Ryan are thrilled to announce the birth of their son Riley John on August 20, 2018. Everyone, including his big sister Lily Ann, adores him immensely!

NATALIE LEQUANG ’06 married Samuel Bowler on June 4, 2017. Classmate Kristen Callens ‘06 was the matron of honor.

In December 2018, SAMANTHA LARKIN ’07 earned her Master of Science in health services leadership and management with a focus in business. She attended the University of Maryland School of Nursing and is excited to be working in health care!

KATIE HOOS TRENHOLM ’07 and husband Kyle welcomed their first daughter, Stella Lorraine, on December 5, 2018, in New York, NY. She was born 8 pounds 0.5 ounces, 21 inches long, and has already filled so many hearts with love.

ELIZABETH MAY ’09 and Kyle Feeley were married on December 1, 2018, at St. John the Evangelist in Severna Park. Bridesmaids included close friends Lauren Baylor ’09, Ann Marie DiGerolamo ’09, Katie Ellsworth ’09, Melissa Madden ’09, and sistersin-law Ellen Murray Lewis ‘99 and Kayla Feeley ‘21. Elizabeth works as a pediatric occupational therapist, and the couple resides in Annapolis, MD. MARY LIPSCOMBE CONNEY ‘09 and husband Storm welcomed their second child Leo Alexander on February 5, 2019. Leo joins big brother Oliver, who is one-and-a-half.

GENEVIEVE MURPHY THOMAS ’09 and husband Alex are excited to announce the arrival of their firstborn son Edward James (EJ) into the world on February 21, 2019.

CHRISTINA SARVER ‘13 and Hunter Smith celebrated the Sacrament of Holy Matrimony at Our Lady of Perpetual Help Church on Friday, October 26, 2018. Christina’s sisters Theresa ‘16 and Laura ‘18 served as her maids of honor. Christina is a registered nurse at University of Maryland Medical Center and helped coach MDSA track this spring. Hunter works at Aberdeen Proving Grounds. They are living in Bel Air, MD. NICOLETTE JENNINGS ‘14, who earned her Bachelor of Science in telecommunications from the University of Florida, was crowned Miss Florida USA 2019 on January 19. She went on to represent Florida at the Miss USA Pageant in May 2019, where she placed in the Top 10! Nicolette recently served as a video intern for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and is now pursing her master’s degree in sports management at Texas A&M University.

Finishing out her tennis career at Franciscan University, MARIA BINETTE ‘15 became the all-time leader in doubles and singles wins for the Lady Barons. Maria served as the team captain for the last two years.

As a freshman playing lacrosse for Fresno State, SYDNEY SKALSTAD ‘18 was named Mountain Pacific Sports Federation (MPSF) Rookie of the Year.

By the end of April, she led her team in goals (31), shots (84), draw controls (42), and hat tricks (6).

SARAH VON LANGE ’16 is women’s lacrosse team captain for Jefferson University in Philadelphia. In the 2019 season, she was named the team’s MVP, offensive player of the year and earned Central Athletic Collegiate Conference (CACC) player of the week. In 2018 and 2019, Sarah received All-CACC first-team selection and All-Academic Honors. She led her team in goals (56), points (71), draw controls (75), and hat tricks (11). In 2019, she also achieved 100 career goals and 100 career ground balls. Sarah is a health sciences major and is pursuing a career as a physician’s assistant.

Save the Date Tuesday, September 17 ALUMNAE ASSOCIATION MEETING 7 P.M. Saturday, September 28 HOMECOMING DAY Saturday, October 12 CRAB FEAST 5-9 P.M. Tuesday, October 15 ALUMNAE ASSOCIATION MEETING 7 P.M. Sunday, November 10 ALUMNAE MEMORIAL MASS 11 A.M.

In Memoriam

Lauren Hendricks ’03

Photo by Kiel Maddox, Fresno State Athletics.

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Dates T O

FROM THE

D I R E C T O R OF

Admissions

REM EMB ER Find details and registration information on our website’s Admissions tab.

SEPTEMBER-DECEMBER 2019

Eighth-Grade Shadow Days on various dates. Dates and registration will be published online.

SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 3, 2019 NOON-3 P.M.

Open House

for all interested families

THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 7, 2019 8:30-11:30 A.M.

A Morning at Mount de Sales for Eighth-Grade Parents

MONDAY, APRIL 6, 2020 8:30-11:30 A.M.

From love songs and sayings to news stories and online posts, we’re reminded that “the little things” often make all the difference. When we see or, better yet, receive a small act of kindness, it can turn our day around.

We’ve all been recipients of that little something that convinces us that people aren’t that bad. Then, there’s the flip side. The smallest inconvenience can set off a flurry of negativity. It’s a delicate balance, this life of ours!

Little things make an impact at Mount de Sales, too. There will be some changes in the 2019-2020 daily schedule, and I want to look at one in particular: The morning break is lengthening from 15 minutes to 20. What’s five minutes in the course of a day? That’s five more minutes to exhale.

Five more minutes to eat. Five more minutes to pack backpacks. Five more minutes to communicate, and by communicate, I mean the whole package: Looking friends in the eye. Talking face to face. Having a real conversation.

Oh, and did I mention our students can’t have their phones on during the school day?

Once that first bell rings, phones go away and students’ faces turn up to meet passersby in the hallway. When students need something, they ask, often accompanied by supportive friends. They say thank you when a door is held and smile at guests touring campus. Not every day is perfect, just like Mount de Sales is not perfect, but our school is blessed to have a general feeling of “niceness” on a daily basis.

Teenagers are constantly and actively learning. In five minutes, they can brighten someone’s day, take a moment to care for themselves, and yes, say the wrong thing and learn from it. Let’s give them that time to give and receive those little things.

Emily Ko ‘07 Director of Admissions

A Morning at Mount de Sales for sixth- and seventh-graders and their parents

SPRING 2020

Seventh-Grade Shadow Days on select dates. Dates and registration will be published during the school year.

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Want to learn more about applying to Mount de Sales?

The application process for eighth-grade applicants occurs each fall and winter.

Access details about the application process, visits and events, and more at mountdesales.org/admissions.

Email the Admissions Office at admissions@mountdesales.org.

THE

C L A S S OF 20 2 3 WILL BE TRAVELING FROM

4 2 Zip Codes

Scholarship R E C I P I E N T S ST. FRANCIS DE SALES Abigail Danner School of the Incarnation Kathleen Gilliam Resurrection-St. Paul School Sydney McGee Lamb of God School

ST. THOMAS AQUINAS Emily Hartman QSI International School of Tbilisi Catherine Kirby St. Mark School Avery Slate Homeschool

GOLDEN COUNSEL Gwenyth Berger St. Philip Neri School Kylie Canuel St. John the Evangelist School Cynthia Cohen Homeschool Annalisa Corbi St. John the Evangelist School Rebecca Crumbacker Franklin Middle School Gianna Dinoto Homeschool Annabella Goglia St. Jane Frances School

Delaney Griesbach Chapelgate Christian Academy

Pearl Zhang Trinity School

Catherine Kent Homeschool

ST. MARTIN DE PORRES

Kathryn Lamont Trinity School

Gabriella Gurri Homeschool

Hannah Maul St. Joseph Fullerton School

Lucia Gurri Homeschool

Audrey Mullen Sudbrook Magnet Middle School

GUARDIANS OF LIFE

Isabella Reyes Resurrection-St. Paul School

Katherine Kurek Homeschool

Norah Taylor Homeschool

SERVICE LEADERSHIP

Kayla Wentz St. John the Evangelist School

Gwenyth Berger St. Philip Neri School

Megan Williams Resurrection-St. Paul School

Laura Brocato St. Augustine School

ST. CECILIA MUSIC

Annabella Goglia St. Jane Frances School

Anna Dang Our Lady of Perpetual Help School

Hope Harrison Resurrection-St. Paul School

Monica Decker Catonsville Middle School

Sophia Hess St. Mark School

Katherine Kurek Homeschool

Kelly Karanovich St. Louis School

FRA ANGELICO ART

Claire Martin Resurrection-St. Paul School

Maggie Kocorowski Our Lady of Perpetual Help School

Isabella Reyes Resurrection-St. Paul School

Maureena Peters St. Janes Frances School

SEMPER FI Zikora Akanegbu Burleigh Manor Middle School Ana Czaja MacArthur Middle School Paige Dryden Sacred Heart of Glyndon School Riley Jean Garino School of the Incarnation Gabriella Gurri Homeschool Lucia Gurri Homeschool Hope Harrison Resurrection-St. Paul School Meghan Howard St. Jane Frances School Katherine Kurek Homeschool

KNOTT SECONDARY Mia Benedetto St. Augustine School Anna Dang Our Lady of Perpetual Help School

ALICE MARIE FALTER ‘60 Isabel Grochmal Our Lady of Perpetual Help School Katherine Pfeiler Resurrection-St. Paul School Information is accurate as of May 2019.

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