Nativity Annual Report 2024

2024 ANNUAL REPORT

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MESSAGE

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THE JULIE POWER GIRLS DIVISION

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ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE

FROM THE PRESIDENT

GRAND OPENING 2024

SUSTAINING AND BUILDING UPON A HIGH QUALITY EDUCATION

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COMMUNITY HIGHLIGHTS

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A HOLISTIC EDUCATION

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THE GRADUATE EXPERIENCE

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ANNUAL REPORT

A COMMUNITY OF TRAILBLAZERS

OUR JESUIT MISSION IN ACTION

A LIFELONG COMMITMENT

ON GIVING

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DEAR

SUPPORTERS AND FRIENDS, As I reflect on a historic year at Nativity Worcester, I am filled with gratitude for the generosity and unwavering dedication of our supporters and community. Nativity is

more than just a school—it is a place of opportunity and transformation. Each year, we see what is possible when individuals come together, united by a shared belief in the potential of every student who walks through our doors.

With the opening of the Julie Power Girls Division in 2024 and how far Nativity Worcester has come, I think of all the trailblazers who have made the impactful work of this school possible. Our earliest supporters and founders, former and

current staff, dedicated benefactors and volunteers, and our many wonderful families, have all been trailblazers who have given so much to support our students and

graduates, and expand our impact. From our humble beginnings in the basement of All Saints Church in 2003 to the establishment of the Julie Power Girls Division

21 years later, this progress has been made possible by trailblazers and those willing to go above and beyond. I am incredibly grateful to those who have come before us

and who continue to walk alongside our community, building upon a foundation of excellence and a Jesuit education that is unlike any other.

Today, we’re seeing the fruits of many years of hard work and generosity. We are

seeing our graduates and students, including our first 29 Nativity Women, become

trailblazers who will go out and make a difference in our world. We have immense appreciation for you and what we have accomplished together. At Nativity, there is so much excitement for the road ahead. With your continued partnership, we

will remain steadfast in our mission to develop the mind, heart, and spirit of our students. Together, we will ensure that Nativity continues to be a place where

students’ dreams are nurtured, lives are transformed, and there is access to a high quality education for all.

Together, we have grown the impact of our school, and it is an honor to share

our success and story of trailblazers with you in our annual report. Thank you for

being part of this incredible journey. Your belief in our mission and your generous partnership make all of this possible.

With Gratitude,

Tom McKenney President

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OPENING OF THE

JULIE POWER GIRLS DIVISION

Thanks to the tireless efforts of Nativity staff, alumni, families, and trustees, along with the incredible generosity of donors who have fueled our $20 million campaign, Access and Impact: The Campaign for Nativity Worcester, we were proud to open the Julie Power Girls Division on July 8th, 2024. This division now provides the first tuition-free, private education for girls in Central Massachusetts!

Today, access to a quality education for girls from under-resourced communities is one of the most pressing challenges facing young people and our society. That’s why we are thrilled to now educate both boys and girls during such a formative time in their lives. Our new co-divisional model ensures that every student experiences the best of both worlds: rigorous, single-sex academics and integrated social and extracurricular experiences. We look forward to seeing our Nativity Men and Women develop into the leaders of tomorrow!

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 “I hope that [my sister] finds something that she really loves and starts working towards that, because that’s the one thing I was able to do here, and I hope that she gets the experience that I got.”

ALVIN TETE-DJAWU Mveng Class of 2021 and brother of current student

 “Being a member of one of the first girls classes of Nativity makes me feel honored and special to have this opportunity brought to me…

I want to leave a legacy here.”

JENAE TETTEH Ebo Class of 2027

GIRLS DIVISION

Jenae Tetteh served as our first ever Nativity girl student speaker.

Grand Opening Event On October 9, 2024, we marked the official opening of the Julie Power Girls Division with a ribbon cutting ceremony in the Briggs Gymnasium. We celebrated this important milestone in Nativity’s history by unveiling a plaque to honor the J.D. Power Family whose transformative gift to name the Girls Division propelled our campaign forward. We also celebrated the naming of the Esler Family Foundation lobby with Campaign Committee members, John and Jeanne Esler. John and Jeanne have been a true example of trailblazers in our donor community as the first major donor to the Campaign, ultimately serving as the catalyst gift to making the Girls Division a reality.

 “We are honored to support the establishment of the Julie Power Girls Division at Nativity School of Worcester, inspired by our mother, Julie’s lifelong dedication to education and her passion for creating opportunities for young women. This initiative embodies our family’s commitment to providing a transformative educational experience with the goal of empowering these students to become tomorrow’s leaders. We know our father, a Worcester native, would be so pleased to honor Julie in this way.”

SUE CURTIN on behalf of the J.D. Power Family

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ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE SUSTAINING AND BUILDING UPON A HIGH QUALITY EDUCATION

 "Being a student at Nativity takes dedication…but it also comes with a community, a community that is more like family.”

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ASHTON DANIELS Swamy Class of 2025

CHARDIN

Graduation On May 31, 2024, the Pierre Teilhard de Chardin, S.J. Class of 2024 graduated from Nativity Worcester. The Chardin class is the 19th class of students to graduate from Nativity. 100% of eighth graders were accepted into, and received sufficient financial aid to attend a private high school or a specialized high school program.

Our Nativity Men will continue their journeys at the following schools: Bancroft School Bay Path Regional Vocational Technical High School St. John’s High School Worcester Academy Worcester Technical High School

NATIVITY'S FIRST EVER

STUDENT OF THE WEEK

 “It was really awesome to get this, and now I’ll be remembered forever!!”

For 21 years, Nativity Worcester has given out a “Nativity Man of the Week” award as recognition for the student who most embodied our four pillars - strength, scholarship, service, and character. This year, with the addition of the Julie Power Girls Division, we officially changed the award to “Nativity Student of the Week,” and had our first girl recipient of this distinction. On September 23, 2024, Linsey Reyes Betancourth of our Bowman Class of 2028 was named the first Nativity Student of the Week of the Girls Division. Congratulations to Linsey, for making history!

LINSEY REYES BETANCOURTH Bowman Class of 2028

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PILLAR

AWARDS

On Thursday, May 23, 2024, we held our annual Pillar Awards at Nativity Worcester. The Pillar Awards, selected by the school's faculty and staff, recognize students who best reflect Nativity's four pillars — Strength (Vires), Scholarship (Studium), Character (Mores), and Service (Christianitas). Awards are given for three of the pillars to one student from the eighth grade, and one student from the fifth-, sixth-, or seventh-grade, while the final pillar award of scholarship is presented to one student from all four classes.

The Spirit Award is presented during the graduation ceremony to a member of the eighth grade class who has exemplified what it means to be a Nativity Student on countless occasions during his or her time at Nativity Worcester.

DANIEL SABOGAL

BRIAN YAWLUI

Swamy Class of 2025 Mores (Character) Award

Swamy Class of 2025 Christianitas (Service) Award

MARLON SANCHEZ

ELIJHAS LAZO

ASHTON DANIELS

Harak Class of 2027 Studium (Scholarship) Award

Kircher Class of 2026 Studium (Scholarship) Award

Swamy Class of 2025 Studium (Scholarship) Award

ARNOLD ROTOUBAM

JADEN ADJABENG

DEVION NYARKO

Chardin Class of 2024 Vires (Strength) Award

Chardin Class of 2024 Mores (Character) Award

Chardin Class of 2024 Christianitas (Service) Award

ALEJANDRO ZERON Swamy Class of 2025 Vires (Strength) Award

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BRIAN GONZALEZ

JASON SAM

Chardin Class of 2024 Studium (Scholarship) Award

Chardin Class of 2024 Spirit Award

“To me, being a Nativity student means following the four pillars all the time. Those pillars are important to me because it helps me become not just a better student but a better person.”

NAHLA COLLINS

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Ebo Class of 2027

 “Being a Nativity student means reaching my goals, making mistakes, and learning from them.”

JEDIAH RUSSELL Bowman Class of 2028

ACCESS TO

Opportunity

In an effort to encourage everyone in our community to pursue their academic interests, we partner with several organizations that provide educationally rich opportunities to our students and staff. From robotics demonstrations to math instructional coaching, we aim to provide a unique, high quality learning experience and open doors of opportunity for both students and staff.

 “All of my teachers have taught me different stuff, and I don’t mean just educational school stuff. I mean life lessons and things to remember and use later in life, not just here.

Being at Nativity has made me a better student, and an even better person.”

AELAH DIAZ Ebo Class of 2027

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Investing in OUR STUDENTS

“Nativity has given me a greater accessibility to a higher form of education that would have been simply out of reach or out of mind had I not gone to Nativity.”

NIK GARCIA-RAMIREZ Ellacuria Class of 2023

THE FUTURE OF STEM:

TRUE ROBOTICS

True Robotics, a small business in Worcester, came into our 8th grade Swamy on May 1st, 2024 to show off the world of robots. As an organization, they seek to make STEM disciplines more accessible through innovative robotics kits, an evidence-based curriculum, and comprehensive training services. We were grateful for their visit and look forward to partnering with them in the future to help develop our students into future engineers!

BOSTON COLLEGE

PINE MANOR ACADEMY PROGRAM We have partnered with Boston College to enroll 2 to 4 rising eighth graders each year in their Academy of Pine Manor Institute for Student Success. This is a cost-free enrichment program that follows students from grade 8 to grade 12, consisting of year-round academic support from personal BC Success Coaches and a residential Summer Enrichment Program at BC’s campus. Each summer, students have the opportunity to live in the residence halls; they begin with one week in 8th grade and can go up to six weeks by 12th grade.

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“My experience with Pine Manor was one of a great adventure. We did a lot of reflection and learned how to manage our living area and how to take responsibility for our actions.”

PINE MANOR ACADEMY PROGRAM

“One thing I would tell the students who are selected to participate in this program and are deciding whether or not to do it is to give it a chance. On my first summer there I wanted to go home instantly, not even giving it a chance, but as I eased into the program I wished that I could go back there.”

ADENRELE AWOJULU

DEVION NYARKO

Swamy Class of 2025, 1st year in the program

Chardin Class of 2024, 2nd year of the program

RISING

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“What I am looking forward to most for this program is how it is going to help me improve as a person and leader.”

“My favorite things from the program were the little moments when we weren’t doing anything.

They let us bond through small talk and it led to some funny interactions. I, personally, think if you get nominated you should go because not only does this give you a new opportunity, it helps you out there in the world. P.S. The food is really good.”

THOMAS GUIO-FONSECA Kircher Class of 2026, begins program in the summer of 2025

“My advice to younger students?

Do it. It has honestly pushed me out of my comfort zone, and allowed me to be more social. It is a good experience and you will like it. I have personally made many memories there and friends that I keep in touch with.”

BRIAN GONZALEZ Chardin Class of 2024, 2nd year of the program

JOSIAH HAMMOND Swamy Class of 2025, 1st year in the program

TOWER HILL

PARTNERSHIP & CURRICULUM

Tower Hill reached out to us in the fall of 2023 to introduce their Growing Green Program, and thanks to the generosity of a donor, we were able to purchase the program for our 5th and 6th grade classes. The purpose of the Growing Green Program was to get students in Worcester more involved with and knowledgeable about sustainability and green energy within the city. They visited our school three times, teaching two classes of 5th and 6th graders each time. The students appreciated their expertise in this very current topic. They spoke with students about heat islands in cities, sustainable planning, pollution in our water systems, and walked them through the engineering design process. They also offered us free tickets to the Botanic Garden for participating so we could explore their grounds!

 “To me, being at Nativity means you can just be yourself.”

JOSEPH LONGDAYE Swamy Class of 2025

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Investing in OUR EDUCATORS We prioritize the personal development of our educators to provide the best learning experience possible for our students at Nativity Worcester.

A HARVARD GRADUATE SCHOOL OF EDUCATION PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT In February 2024, our leadership team attended a professional development course run by the school of education at Harvard University. The purpose of this professional development was for our school to be able to use Instructional Rounds to cultivate high-quality learning in our school. Our educators in attendance left with a greater understanding of how to improve student learning outcomes, noting that it is in direct correlation with an improvement of the level of content, teachers' knowledge and skill, and student engagement. We will begin the process of fully instituting Instructional Rounds in order to get a deeper understanding of teaching and learning at Nativity Worcester. throughout the 2024-2025 academic year.

MATH EMPOWERED This November, our Math Department Head, Dr. Dana Harthorne, enrolled in a cohort of educators to be trained in the Math Empowered Instructional Approach.

Math Empowered is a New Hampshire based organization that aims to foster collaboration amongst educators to change the historic inequities in mathematics and empower all students as mathematicians. In their training, they help math teachers build “thinking classrooms.” This new concept entails creating an environment that does not make engaging tasks for students to think about, but rather to build engaged students that are willing to think about any task. Thanks to the generosity of one of our partner foundations that has asked to remain anonymous, we are able to enroll Dr. Harthorne in this program and implement this style of teaching at Nativity Worcester.

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COMMUNITY HIGHLIGHTS A COMMUNITY OF TRAILBLAZERS  “What does it mean to be a Nativity student? It means I get to be greeted every morning with a handshake and a ‘good morning!’ It means that I get to go to class and come out with the best education. It means that I get to experience the fun events that they host…That’s what it means to be a Nativity student.”

ABENA OWUSU Ebo Class of 2027

Here at Nativity Worcester we aim to foster a community of trailblazers for our students, graduates, staff and larger Nativity community. This historic year for the school was made possible only through our community of leaders who have truly paved the way for the future of Nativity

Worcester. From our first two classes of girls, navigating a school that is in a state of change as it adapts to a codivisional model, to first generation college students and Power 100 leaders who are exploring uncharted territories, challenging norms, and creating new paths.

 “Nativity is a family who supports you through your ups and downs and I’m thankful for being a part of that family.”

JILLIAN TETTEH Ebo Class of 2027

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Community Highlights PAVING THE WAY

“Everywhere you look you can always get support here. Whether it’s from your friends or your teachers, they will always help you. Even if I am sad or angry, I know that there will always be a person to lift me up at Nativity” KATHRYN HINN Ebo Class of 2027

THE EBO AND BOWMAN CLASSES MAKE HISTORY Our trailblazer girls have seen a lot of firsts for Nativity. From newly designed uniforms to an off-site after school program, our girls have courageously tackled new territory for Nativity Worcester, with no older classes to lean on for guidance. To help support the girls in our Julie Power Girls Division during its opening year, our staff and faculty participated in several professional development seminars focused on gender-specific programming. These were led by organizations like Girls Inc. of Worcester and Mass NOW.

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“Nativity has never felt like just a school; it is a community. Throughout my son’s time here, I had the honor of witnessing the unyielding dedication to the young men who attended and the long-lasting impact being a Nativity Man has had on themselves and their communities. In addition to my son being a graduate, I am excited to see the girls division come to fruition in time for my daughter to be a part of this amazing community.”

ADRIANA ALLEN Parent ’22 & ’28

 POWER 100

PRINCIPAL ANDREA BAZARIAN In April of 2024, Worcester Business Journal named our very own principal, Andrea Bazarian, as one of Worcester’s “Power 100” for her 10 years of dedication and service to Nativity Worcester.

Congratulations and thank you, Mrs. Bazarian, for your incredible leadership and dedication to our students and mission!

“The Nativity school of Worcester has turned my daughter’s life around, she is more confident, up and ready to go to school in the mornings with no push back at all, she is on the cross country team and enjoys competing.

She is very proud of her school; loves her teachers very much. Academically, I could not have been more grateful for the Nativity school of Worcester, and I highly recommend the Nativity school of Worcester to any parent who wants a holistic approach to educating a child beyond just academics.”

NSW PARENT

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 GRADUATE SUCCESS:

FIRST GENERATION PIONEERS Donald Rodriguez, a graduate from the Xavier class of 2007, is a graduate of Yale University, and is in his 7th and final year of medical school at the University of Chicago Pritzker School of Medicine. Donald will graduate this spring with an MD and PhD, becoming the first ever graduate to obtain this level of advanced degree.

 “As a grad, I still benefit from this tight-knit community that has followed me and supported me throughout my journey.

I know Nativity plays a similar role for many of us, and I am deeply grateful to all those who make the Nativity family possible.”

DONALD RODRIGUEZ Xavier Class of 2007

After graduating from Nativity, Donald went on to attend Bancroft School through the Worcester City Scholars Program, granting him the opportunity to develop a keen interest in science while in high school. That interest grew during college, as Donald majored in Biochemistry and Psychology at Yale.

During his time at Yale, he received a research fellowship to investigate how environmental factors affect immune cell function. Donald continued to pursue immunology once at UChicago, studying how the immune system prevents autoimmunity for his recently completed PhD work. Outside of the lab and the classroom, Donald actively participates in intramural sports teams, free clinics, and the local restaurant scene. Additionally, as part of the Latino Medical Student Association, he strives to increase diversity, equity, and inclusion for trainees at all levels of medical education.

“Being a Nativity graduate is truly an honor because Nativity itself is such a beautiful and transformative place. It’s not just a school— it’s a community that fosters growth, resilience, and purpose. The values, lessons, and experiences gained at Nativity are rare and powerful, rooted in a mission of creating opportunities and empowering students to reach their fullest potential.

The sense of belonging and encouragement you feel there doesn’t end at graduation— it follows you throughout your life.”

ROSEND PEÑA Ikunza Class of 2017

Rosend Peña, a member of the Ikunza Class of 2017, is currently a senior at the College of the Holy Cross who plans to graduate in May 2025. Rosend is a first generation college student and is one of three brothers to attend Nativity. Rosend’s older brother Ronald, graduated from Holy Cross in 2022 and his younger brother, Robert, is currently in our 7th grade Kircher Class. After completing a successful internship last summer with State Street Corporation, Rosend was offered and accepted a full time position he will begin upon graduation.

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Community Highlights IMPACTFUL PARTNERSHIPS

A Nativity education is only possible because of the vast network of community supporters and benefactors in the Worcester area and beyond.

We celebrate these partnerships and express tremendous gratitude towards the community that supported our work at Nativity Worcester this year.

INSPIRING SUCCESS AND SHAPING THE LEADERS OF TOMORROW

BREAKING BARRIERS:

SUPPORTING STUDENT WELL-BEING We started our partnership with Enlightened Interventions in the fall of 2021. They provide long-term mental health counseling for students just as if they were to get counseling at an outside agency.

This partnership helps to work around long wait lists, transportation and time challenges and allow meetings in a comfortable, familiar place. Nichole Gregoire is currently our assigned clinician, meeting with many students one on one every Wednesday.

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In 2024, Nativity welcomed over a dozen guest speakers, including graduates, business leaders, and several members of The Links, Incorporated—a distinguished group of Black female leaders—who had a profound impact on our students.

These speakers provide invaluable opportunities for students to hear diverse perspectives, learn about different career paths, and witness real-world examples of leadership, perseverance, and success. Hearing from graduates reinforces the tangible outcomes of a Nativity education, while leaders from the business world and The Links inspire our students to dream big and see themselves in positions of influence and achievement.

These interactions empower our students to envision their futures with confidence and purpose, fostering a sense of possibility and belonging in spaces of leadership and success.

Teaching Fellowship Program GO FORTH AND SET THE WORLD ON FIRE

TEACHING FELLOWS GRADUATION This year, four Nativity Teaching Fellows concluded their two years of service at Nativity School of Worcester.

We are very grateful to them for their dedication to our students, their families, and our mission. Many Teaching Fellows continue their careers in education and for the 2024-2025 academic year, Nativity has eight full time staff and faculty members who were former Teaching Fellows.

IMPACTING NATIVITY WORCESTER AND BEYOND:

TEACHING FELLOWSHIP PROGRAM

THE NATIVITY TEACHING FELLOWSHIP PROGRAM HAS BEEN A BEDROCK OF THE NATIVITY COMMUNITY SINCE THE SCHOOL’S INCEPTION IN

2003

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TEACHING FELLOWS HAVE COMPLETED THE TWO-YEAR TEACHING PROGRAM

VICTORIA BORRUSO

NATASHA PETTERS

Victoria is a graduate of Assumption University and is currently teaching 5th grade at Codman Academy Charter School in Boston.

Natasha is a graduate of Brigham Young University and is currently working at Nativity Worcester as the Grants and Communications Officer.

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80%

REMAIN IN EDUCATION

RICHARD CABRAL

DEMETRIUS SAFFORD ’11

Richard is a graduate of the College of the Holy Cross and is currently teaching History at Cristo Rey in Boston.

Demetrius is a graduate of Nativity Worcester in the Pro Class of 2011 and is currently working as the Athletic Director at Nativity Worcester.

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Trailblazers in Education Read about a few of our former teaching fellows who continue to make a meaningful impact in the field of education.

BRITTANY COMO

BOWEN LEE

Fellowship Class of 2020 - 2022 Current Job Title: Director of High School Placement and Support at Nativity Worcester

Fellowship Class of 2017-2019 Current Job Title: Dean of Student Culture at Paul Cuffee Upper School

WHERE ARE YOU WORKING NOW? I am currently the Director of High School Placement and Support at NSW. I think that my degree and licensure as a School Counselor, coupled with the fact that I taught each Nativity Worcester alumni who is currently in high school, have given me a unique perspective to take on this role for our students.

WHAT SKILLS OR EXPERIENCES DID YOU TAKE AWAY FROM THE FELLOWSHIP PROGRAM? The skill I especially honed to take with me after the fellowship was how to work collaboratively with others.

At Nativity, you rely on others to stay afloat. At times, the workload becomes overwhelming, and you need to delegate or ask people for help.

Before this position, I had not known how to do this. I had also never been able to rely on a group of people who were dedicated to living out the same mission and upholding the same expectations for both themselves and the people they served. I was able to do so and learn valuable lessons that year, which allowed me to get through a particularly heavy workload and class-load.

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HOW DID THE FELLOWSHIP INFLUENCE THE YEARS FOLLOWING YOUR GRADUATION? I chose to join the Nativity Fellowship Program because I wanted to work and live in the City of Worcester after graduating from Holy Cross. I did not join with the intent of being a teacher.

However, I had two very formative, yet different, teaching mentors in my first year and they both showed me the joy and challenge that can come from a career in the classroom. Ms. Torres and Mr. Dillon taught me skills and lessons that still inform my practice today.

WHAT IS SOME ADVICE YOU WOULD GIVE TO PROSPECTIVE FELLOWSHIP CANDIDATES? Say yes to as many opportunities as possible. Trust your mentors to challenge you and push you outside of your comfort zone. Build strong partnerships with students’ caregivers.

Do the dishes and keep the bathroom clean. Find as many opportunities as possible to integrate lessons and projects from grad school into your classroom. Keep your grad school professors and mentors informed on (and invited to) the events that happen at Nativity. Keep the vans clean.

FOLLOWING OUR TEACHING FELLOWS IN THE WORLD TODAY

ERIN BROSNIHAN

YACHIRA TORRES

Fellowship Class of 2016 - 2018 Current Job Title: 4th Grade Social Studies and Science Teacher at Learning First Charter School

Fellowship Class of 2010 - 2012 Current Job Title: Byrne Scholar Teacher Mentor at the Salesianum School

HOW ARE YOU CURRENTLY INVOLVED AT NATIVITY? It has been such a joy to be back in the Nativity community and get to watch the school continue to grow. When I was a fellow, Andrea and I always talked about how amazing it would be for a girls’ school to open, so it was really special getting to work alongside her as that dream became a reality this summer. My role as the Community Support Coordinator has allowed me to get to work closely with the fellows and support them throughout their fellowship journey. It has given me a number of opportunities to reflect on my own time in the fellowship and remember how impactful of a time it was for me.

WHAT SKILLS OR EXPERIENCES DID YOU TAKE AWAY FROM THE FELLOWSHIP PROGRAM?

HOW DID THE FELLOWSHIP INFLUENCE THE YEARS FOLLOWING YOUR GRADUATION? During my time at NSW, I was able to lay the foundation for my professional career. I was 6th Grade Lead Teacher, 8th Grade Lead Teacher, PTA Liaison, Community Service Coordinator, Coordinator of the Youth Philanthropy Initiative during the Summer Program, ran the Cooking Club, served on the Mission and Identity Committee, and had countless other responsibilities.

Plus, I somehow convinced Mr. Dillon to let me teach a Spanish class for the Native Speakers in the Mayer Class my first year, which was a wonderful opportunity to develop the curriculum.

Each one of those opportunities offered invaluable experience to work with students, faculty, staff, families, donors, and various other constituents.

I was required to become organized and diligent to plan classes, meetings, and events. I sparked my creativity and ingenuity to create meaningful and engaging lessons for antsy, curious students. I was able to partner with local organizations that were close to my heart and supported my family and friends through difficult times and, in turn, I was able to become a source of support and encouragement to those who needed me. Each role gave me a chance to get to know and appreciate all the people whose lives were touched by that special place and carry them with me to all the places that followed. I learned what it meant to be a good friend, teacher, employee, coworker, supervisor, support person, and, most importantly, how to see God in all things beautiful, sad, hurtful, and healing. Helping raise all of those boys also prepared me to become the mother I am to my wonderful son.

Something that I took away from the fellowship is the importance of seeing and supporting the kids as people, not just as students. The fellowship program allowed me to work with the students not only inside the classroom, but also on the court, at community service opportunities, at fundraising events, and countless other moments. This made me want to support my future students’ growth as not just students, but also people.

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OUR JESUIT MISSION IN ACTION SUMMER OF SERVICE:

NATIVITY MEN AND WOMEN FOR OTHERS This summer session our students lived out our pillar of service, learning about and working with various organizations in the Worcester area. We were fortunate to partner with Tower Hill Botanical Garden, Broad Meadow Brook, Harvest Community Network, Pleasant St. Neighborhood Network Center, the Salvation Army, and the Shine Initiative. From helping out in food pantries to clearing out invasive plant species, our students learned the importance of being active in your community through hands-on experiences. As our theme, taken from the words of Wangari Maathai, of the 2024 Summer of Service says, “it’s the little things citizens do. That’s what will make the difference.”

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INVOCATION OF THE HOLY SPIRIT:

WHAT'S IN A CLASS NAME? Our Sister Mary Antona Ebo Class of 2027 and Sister Thea Bowman Class of 2028 ushered in a new era of Nativity Worcester when they became the first ever classes of girls to attend the school.

On September 19th, 2024, we named the two classes during our annual Invocation of the Holy Spirit. Both namesakes are prominent religious figures who embodied our four pillars throughout their lives, and were chosen to represent the two classes not only for their time at Nativity but for the many years to come as they join our alumni network. We look forward to seeing the impact these students continue to make on our community!

PRACTICING CURA PERSONALIS Class and Staff Retreats Practicing the Jesuit value of discernment and cura personalis, each class participates in a mindful retreat throughout the year where they learn more about each other, themselves, and how to grow into the best version of themselves. Similarly, our staff had our semi-annual retreat in October, focusing on how to continue developing their strengths and making our community stronger as a whole.

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A Holistic Education

EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES AND SPORTS CLUBS AT NSW Roughly once a week, students at Nativity Worcester participate in one of the following clubs: Cooking Chess and Board Games Nativity Broadcasting Club (NBC) Drawing and Creative Writing Movie Review Sculpting Smoothie Crafting These clubs help students learn what their interests are outside of the normal academic classes. These clubs happen in school, during school hours, and are run by our own staff and faculty. This year, we have more clubs than ever thanks to our faculty who volunteer to run these activities!

EXPANDING OPPORTUNITIES IN ATHLETICS  “Sports at Nativity to me means fun. It means time with your friends. It’s a safe place after school to stay active and try new sports. You feel more like a part of the community as you experience championships, games, and meets together.”

DEMETRIUS SAFFORD Pro Class of 2011 and Athletic Director

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Nativity Worcester offers various sports throughout the calendar year, beginning with basketball through the winter, baseball and track in the Spring, and soccer and cross country in the fall. In March of 2024, we celebrated our Knights winning the league championship for the second year in a row! The spring brought more success

as we participated in track meets and baseball games, bringing home our first baseball win in over 10 years. By fall, we welcomed our first co-ed teams at Nativity Worcester, with our girls running on the cross country team and playing on the soccer team. Both teams had successful seasons, and we look forward to more years of co-ed teams!

 “At GIW, one thing that we focus on is ensuring girls know that they are valuable and what they go through matters…we want them to be strong, smart and bold. We offer them the space they need when they may come in with the stress of the world on their shoulders. We offer a space for them to be themselves with no judgment.”

JESSICA DIAZ Director of Programs at Girls Inc. Worcester

EMPOWERING THE FIRST NATIVITY WOMEN:

GIRLS INC PARTNERSHIP In the fall of 2023, Nativity Worcester reached out to Girls Inc. with the hope of partnering with them to run our after-school program for our girls. This partnership officially started in fall of 2024; the girls are at Girls Inc. of Worcester Monday through Thursday as part of their school day with an optional program on Fridays.

Nativity Girls receive all the programming that is open to everyone at Girls Inc. They begin with a minimum 30 minute homework block that involves staff and volunteers assisting the girls with their homework on a daily basis. After completing their homework, the girls choose an activity to participate in from the following options: cooking lab, gym with physical activities, swimming with their friends, art, games, and even health and beauty lessons on how to take care of their hair, make-up, nails.

FINDING YOUR TUTOR:

AN AFTER-SCHOOL PROGRAM THAT WORKS From 3:18 to 5:00 every day, our students participate in an evening study program, where they are provided a safe and quiet space to complete homework. Additionally, tutors from the College of the Holy Cross are paired with students for a semester to aid them with their homework. Throughout the semester, they help grow our students’ skills both academically and interpersonally. We are grateful for the continued partnership with Holy Cross and the tutors they provide for our students!

 “It feels like an older brother…my tutor really cares about me and when I don’t get a topic he wouldn’t get annoyed. He was very patient.”

BRYAN ARTHUR Swamy Class of 2025

 “I can get better help and understanding from my tutor because she helps me one on one and knows me well.”

KARTER GERARDI Kircher Class of 2026

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THE GRADUATE EXPERIENCE A LIFELONG COMMITMENT HIGH SCHOOL

Bancroft School Bay Path Regional Vocational Technical High School Burncoat High School Doherty Memorial High School Gould Academy North High School PennFoster Home School Portsmouth Abbey School Saint John’s High School South High School Shrewsbury Public High School Wachusett Regional High School Worcester Academy Worcester Technical High School

POST-SECONDARY EDUCATION We remain committed to our students’ success far beyond middle school. Our Graduate Support program follows students into high school and beyond, ensuring they continue to thrive as they pursue their educational goals.

Nativity Worcester makes a 12 year commitment to its students, meaning holistic support does not end in 8th grade, but continues for graduates in high school, college and the workforce. The Graduate Support Program effectively tracks, supports, and mentors students once they have graduated from Nativity, ensuring each student’s success in high school and access to continuing education opportunities. The Graduate Support Program strives to meet the growing and diverse needs of our graduates as they navigate an often challenging world. We provide a safe and quiet space for homework help or schoolwork, high school transition and completion support, afterschool and summer job search assistance, skill-building events, community service opportunities, and college search and financial aid application support.

Currently, 261 graduates from nineteen classes are benefiting from the Graduate Support Program. With the support of the Director of High School Placement and Support and the Director of College Placement and Post-Secondary Transition, Nativity has witnessed graduates excel at the following schools.

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Coastal Carolina University College of the Holy Cross Fitchburg State University George Washington University Georgetown University Hofstra University Loyola University Maryland Nichols College Northeastern University Pitzer College Quinsigamond Community College Suffolk University Tufts University UMass Amherst UMass Boston UMass Dartmouth UMass Lowell University of Miami University of Michigan Westfield State University Worcester State University Worcester Polytechnic Institute

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FINDING THE RIGHT FIT:

SWAMY’S HIGH SCHOOL FAIR EXPERIENCE On October 10th, 2024, Nativity Worcester hosted a high school fair in our Briggs Gymnasium for the Swamy Class. Ms. Como, Director of High School Placement and Support, coordinated the attendance of 15 boarding, private, and trade schools from the Worcester area and across Massachusetts. We have recently expanded our partnerships with high schools to provide a variety of options for our students to explore. More than ever, we are supporting our students in their unique educational journeys, ensuring that they find their right fit and are set up for success after they graduate Nativity Worcester.

 “Nativity means so much to me; it changed my life in so many ways, and continues to do so – not only for me but also for my family.”

CHRISTIAN MORALES Ricci Class of 2019

“I went to a trade school to become an electrician and got my Class B Journeyman’s license for electrical work.

I’m now working for a big company in Boston. Going to a trade school did really work out, especially for people that don’t want to do 4 years at a university or community college. If you really put your mind to it you can always make something happen.”

Jayvian Bush, a graduate from the Espinal Class of 2020, graduated from high school in 2024 and went to trade school to become an electrician.

JAYVIAN BUSH Espinal Class of 2020

LIFE LITERACY PROGRAM:

Kayvaun Mulready, a graduate from the Ricci Class of 2019, graduated from Worcester Academy in 2024 and is a current freshman at Georgetown University, where he was recruited to play basketball.

 “The reason I like coming to school here is that even when you graduate, you can still visit and forever be a part of this community.”

GREG ANIM Swamy Class of 2025

AUTO WORKSHOPS AND HOME BUYING SEMINARS

In an effort to support graduates outside of academics, Nativity Worcester has begun a series of workshops that cover various life skills. Thanks to the hard work of Ms. Chataigne, Director of College Placement and Post-Secondary Transition, we have developed a comprehensive life literacy program that aims to provide these real-life resources for our graduates. On October 28th, 2024, we had the privilege of hosting Dennis Auto at the school to teach our graduates how to change a tire, check oil levels, and various other skills to know for owning and operating a vehicle. The Grad Support Program plans to offer additional programming in the second half of the school year including a home buying seminar hosted by Rockland Trust and our annual Career Exploration Day.

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ACCESS & IMPACT THE CAMPAIGN FOR NATIVITY WORCESTER

MESSAGE FROM THE CHAIR Dear Friends, Nativity Worcester continues to shine as a transformative and vibrant community, unwavering in its commitment to providing an exceptional Jesuit education for students from under-resourced communities. As I reflect on 2024 and the exciting milestones we’ve reached, I am profoundly grateful for the incredible impact you have had on this school.

In 2024, we celebrated the historic opening of the Julie Power Girls Division, a moment that marks a new chapter in our mission. This milestone would not have been possible without the extraordinary generosity of our long-standing supporters and new champions alike. Your support during fiscal year 2024, and your contributions to Access & Impact: The Campaign for Nativity School of Worcester, have set a record year of giving, ensuring the continued growth and success of our school.

With deep appreciation, I extend my heartfelt thanks to you and all our benefactors. Your generosity is the foundation of our tuition-free model, enabling us to change the lives of our students, graduates, and the broader community. This mission thrives because of donors, volunteers, staff, families, and trustees who give selflessly of their time, resources, and expertise.

Together, we are equipping Nativity Worcester with the tools, leadership, and community support needed to advance our mission. I am honored to walk this path of transformation alongside you as we proudly expand our reach to embrace young women, providing them with the same opportunities for personal growth and academic excellence that have defined Nativity Worcester for decades. Thank you, and I look forward to the incredible journey ahead as we continue to expand our impact and shape the future.

Gratefully,

Bill Condron

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OUR CAMPAIGN PRIORITIES: In its 22nd year of operation, Nativity School of Worcester made a major leap forward, becoming a co-divisional institution by accepting, enrolling, and educating the hearts and minds of 29 girls of Worcester. This momentous occasion is a direct result of the success of our ambitious $20 million campaign, which set out to ensure that young women can receive the same transformative education we have provided to the boys of Worcester for over two decades.

The generosity of many charitable foundations, corporations, and individuals have made this dream a reality, and we extend our gratitude to all who have engaged in this campaign. We continue to raise funds through Access & Impact: A Campaign for Nativity Worcester to fulfill the priorities we set out to accomplish just over two years ago. While the Julie Power Girls Division is open and we continue to enhance our boys program, we remain focused on the following campaign initiatives to successfully expand our mission.

Curriculum, Programming Design and Scholarships for Girls: $5.5 M Nativity Fund: Fund Scholarships for Boys and Annual Operational Costs for the next four years: $6M Construction of New Classrooms and Collaborative Spaces: $4M A Promise for the Future: Growing Nativity’s endowment: $4.5M Nativity believes that empowering young women will not only ensure that future Nativity Women reach their full potential but this bold initiative will strengthen our entire school and positively impact the broader community and society. We continue to invite supporters and new friends to invest in our campaign and the future leaders of Worcester and beyond!

Thank you to the lead investors to Access & Impact: The Campaign for Nativity Worcester Nativity Worcester is deeply grateful to the following lead investors who made generous pledges and campaign gifts!

This list includes supporters who have made campaign gifts or multi-year pledges as of December 31, 2024. $1M+ Tom and Jeannine Clarke The Esler Family Foundation Kenrose Kitchen Table Foundation Jane and Bill Mosakowski Steve and Cindy O’Brien Stephen Skinner $500K - $999K Anonymous Bill and Polly Haylon Rose and John Mahoney $250K - $499K Anonymous Anonymous Bill and Julie Condron Charlie and Chris Eppinger George F. & Sybil H. Fuller Foundation Bill and Lynda Glavin Alice Laffey Timothy and Deborah Moore Amelia Peabody Foundation Stephanie and David Spina Wellington Foundation $200K - $249K George I. Alden Trust Chris and Cathy Collins Highland Street Foundation Michael and Julie Kaneb $100K - $199K Fred Harris Daniels Foundation Michael and Julie Kaneb Kathy and Ernie Herrman Holy Cross Jesuit Community Sandy Hubbard and Tom Logan

Johnson Scholarship Foundation Margaret McKenna and Michael Mangaudis Candy and Richard Race Cathy and Peter Smyth Stoddard Charitable Trust Brendan and Kerry Swords Michael and Dot Tsotsis Withstandley Family Charitable Foundation $50K - $99K Anonymous Carolyn Clancy Steve and Patricia Chubb Maryellen and Michael F. Collins Ellsworth Foundation Fletcher Foundation Lee and Dina Gaudette David R. Grenon Family Foundation John and Susan Haffty Patrick Jones and Kim Stone Mahri Leonard-Fleckman and Jud Brewer Pam Massad The Philanthropic Initiative Peter Quigley and Meghan Heffernan Quigley Charitable Trust The Rands Foundation Mabel Louise Riley Foundation Becky and Brian Roberts Rockland Trust Charitable Foundation The Roessner Family Foundation Harold Stevens Ellen and John Tighe TJX Foundation United Way of Central Massachusetts Chick and Gayle Weiss Bill and Natalie Whelan Chuck and Marge Wilson Margaret Wong $25K - $49K Carole Delaney and Dean Burpee George and Mary Donovan Jr. Fred and Patty Eppinger Fontaine Community Foundation

The Granite Group J. Michael and Brittany Grenon Hopkinton Country Club Foundation Kathleen and Robert Ix Joyguru Foundation Albert Kaneb Nikki and Bill Keville Michael and Stephanie Lee Veronica and Richard Listerud Ed and Kathy Ludwig Kathleen Henry and Kim Marrkand Emilie and John Marvin Patricia Nellinger Peterleitner Carolyn and Howard Stempler Barbara and Ed Tarca Frank and Cathy Vellaccio $10K - $24K Michelle and Bob Atchinson Neale and Louisa Attenborough Joe and June Bafaro Berkshire Bank The Boston Foundation Ken and Nancy Candito Thomas and Patsy Cecil George and Marie Chabot Charitable Foundation Chicago Community Foundation Leo Colborne College of the Holy Cross Andrew Davidson and Joyce O’Connor Davidson Susan and Paul Deeley James and Janice Distasio Kathy and Tim Egan Vincent and Marjorie Femia Peggy and Jim Sheehan Flood Margaret and George Florentine Ann Flynn Mary Foley Margaret and Richard Freije David and Susan Goyette Greater Worcester Community Foundation Richard and Eileen Greisch Hoche-Scofield Foundation Michael and Maureen Horgan William and Kathryn Hurley

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“As a Trustee of the George F. & Sybil H. Fuller Foundation, I can tell you that our board has had the opportunity to meet Nativity students, both past and present, and those meetings continue to reinforce the unparalleled quality of its education. Getting behind the campaign for the girls’ school was an obvious choice for us. Giving to NSW is an investment in shaping brighter futures for the kids who attend.”

KELSA (FULLER) ZERESKI Trustee Associate

Richard Iandoli Lee and Steve Joseph David Law Chris and Patty Lee Gerri Lorusso M&T Bank Charitable Foundation Dale and Melanie Magee Sue Mailman and Jim Chapdelaine Sean McCabe Bill McLaughlin Jean Mulder and Timothy J. McCormack Sarah and Brian Nixon Vin and Bonny O’Rourke Caryn and Steve Pittman John Raguin Maureen and Michael Ruettgers Kate and Aaron Sawchuk Saint-Gobain Corporation Sandy Shook Elaine and Bruce Steen Bill and Ann Marie Teuber Derek and Renny Vogel Webster Five Foundation

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7%

$284,178

SOURCES OF GIVING

CORPORATE/ BUSINESS

18% FOUNDATIONS CHARITABLE

$758,911

75%

$3,217,873

INDIVIDUALS

“At a time when solutions to education and poverty feel more intractable and less politically possible, Nativity remains a place where hope, idealism - and yes, solutions - unapologetically live. It is a school which walks with families, together in search of a better life for their boys and now their girls. It is a school which sees young women and men to the shores of adulthood, bringing out the potential that lives within them. It is truly a special place.”

MATT BRUNELL Trustee and Former President

FISCAL YEAR 2024

ANNUAL GIVING HONOR ROLL

Thank you to all our generous supporters who made gifts during Fiscal Year 2024 ( July 2023 - June 2024). Your investments ensure we have the resources to advance our mission and make a life changing impact!

100,000+

Thomas and Jeannine Clarke Esler Family Foundation Kenrose Kitchen Table Foundation Alice Laffey Rose and John Mahoney Deborah and Tim Moore Jane and William Mosakowski Cynthia and Stephen O'Brien Stephen Skinner Stephanie and David Spina Wellington Management Foundation

$50,000 to 99,999 Julie and William Condron Charles and Chris Eppinger George F. and Sybil H. Fuller Foundation Lynda and William Glavin, Jr. Harold Stevens Estate Kathy and Ernie Herrman Highland Street Foundation Julie and Michael Kaneb Pamela Massad

Ruth H. and Warren A. Ellsworth Foundation The Roessner Family Foundation Withstandley Family Charitable Foundation

$25,000 to 49,999 Carolyn Clancy Fontaine Community Foundation Fred Harris Daniels Foundation Gerald and Dina Gaudette David Grenon John and Susan Haffty Joyguru Foundation Margaret McKenna and Michael Mangaudis Candace and Richard Race Becky and Brian Roberts Catherine and Peter Smyth TJX Foundation, Inc. Dorothy and Michael Tsotsis United Way of Central Massachusetts

$10,000 to 24,999 Michelle and Robert Atchinson Berkshire Bank Mahri Leonard-Fleckman and Judson Brewer Patricia Peterleitner and Leo Colborne College of the Holy Cross Catherine and J. Christopher Collins Michael and Maryellen Collins James and Janice Distasio George and Mary Donovan Jr. Patricia and Frederick Eppinger Jr. Margaret and George Florentine Ann L. Flynn David and Susan Goyette Greater Worcester Community Foundation Eileen and Richard Greisch Hoche-Scofield Foundation, Bank of America, N.A., Co-Trustee

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Hopkinton Country Club Charitable Foundation Thomas Logan and Sandy Hubbard William and Kathryn Hurley Richard Iandoli Esq. Kathleen and Robert Ix Jeanne Remillard Curtis Fund of Greater Worcester Community Foundation Lee and Steve Joseph Albert Kaneb Gerri Lorusso Kathleen and Edward Ludwig Kathleen Henry and Kim Marrkand Jean Mulder and Timothy J. McCormack John Raguin Rockland Trust Charitable Foundation Maureen and Michael Ruettgers Kate and Aaron Sawchuk Kerry and Brendan Swords William and Ann Marie J. Teuber, Jr. The Boston Foundation The Granite Group Frank and Cathy Vellaccio Gayle and Charles Weiss Bill and Natalie Whelan Marge and Chuck Wilson Margaret Wong

$5,000 to 9,999 David C and Linda Ayers Joseph and June Bafaro Blanche M. Walsh Charity Trust Boston Sand and Gravel Charitable Foundation James Buggie Carole Delaney and Dean Burpee Cornerstone Bank Andrew and Joyce O'Connor Davidson Susan and Paul Deeley Richard and Margaret Freije

Gaudette Insurance Agency George and Marie Chabot Charitable Foundation J. Michael and Brittany Grenon Michael and Maureen Horgan Nicolyn and William Keville Chris and Patty Lee Richard and Veronica Listerud M&T Bank Charitable Foundation (Formerly People's United Foundation) Jim Chapdelaine and Sue Mailman Emilie and John Marvin Steve Marzo Mrs. JoAnn McGrath John Mullman Vincent and Bonny O'Rourke Perry-Boucher Family Fund Nancy Prior James DeMay and Channing Riggs S. Price Riggs Bruce and Elaine Steen Jeffrey Unger Webster Five Foundation

$1,000 to 4,999 ATR Industries, Inc. Michael and Elizabeth Bafaro Margaret McEvoy-Ball and Charles Ball Ann and Arthur Barrett Michelle Sterk Barrett and Timothy Barrett Rebecca Bauer Arthur and Patricia Bergeron Bowditch & Dewey Greg and Allison Bradford Robert Branca Mary Lou and James R. Briggs Karen and John Brosnihan Louis Buckley Timothy Buckley Don Sugai and Danuta Bukatko

Arthur Bulger Chris Bulger Carol Bylinski Kenneth and Nancy Candito Stephanie Yuhl and Anthony Cashman Michael Cavanaugh Thomas and Patsy Cecil Chael Christopher Lou Ciavarra Elizabeth and Stephen Clarke Daniel and Marie Collins John M and Grace A Collins Clare and P. Kevin Condron Erin Condron Robert Cousy Anne and Richard Croak Rosemary Cronin Susan and Michael Curtin Northwestern Mutual Foundation CyberGrants Dalomba Family Giving Fund Digital Federal Credit Union Kevin Donahue Joseph Donelan II Kathy and Timothy Egan Maureen and Ted English Episcopal Diocese of Western Massachusetts Vincent and Marjorie Femia John Piccione and Noreen Ferrante Florence V. Burden Foundation Beth Anne Flynn Francis A. Ford and Shirley A. Doyle Fund Paul A Frank Deborah Guyot-Freeman and Mark Freeman Gerald Gates Gregory Livanos and Lisa Giarrusso Joan and Theodore Gillman Marie and Michael Giorgetti Anne Giovanoni Eileen M. and Eileen W. Golden Veronica Golden Ivan and Noreen Green Elizabeth and Arthur Greenwood Marianne and Robert Grenon James and Kathleen Griffin Donna Grogan Susanne Hafer Eileen and Joseph Hamilton John Hamilton Joseph Harney Carolyn and Eric Harthun Hartnett Family Foundation, Inc. Gil and Annie Haylon Deirdre and Ed Heilbron Jeffrey and Carolanne Hillis Mary Jo and Brian Hogan Bruce Hopper Esq. Thomas and Katherine Howd Kimberly Stone and Patrick Jones Kathleen Henighan Charitable Trust Michael J Kearney

Joanne and James Kee Christine Kelley-Kemple and James Kemple Meredith and Kevin Kent Dennis and Vanessa Kerrigan Monica and Michael Krikorian Lionel and Cynthia Lamoureux Lamoureux Pagano & Associates James and Anne Lang Dianne Langford James David Law Brian and Heather Leary Mark Legare Richard Lewandowski Joseph Marcotte Mary Maxwell Sean McCabe Kaytlyn and J.P. McCormick William McLaughlin

E. Sandra Shook Megan Smith Robert David Smith Jacqueline Stone Struck Catering Sullivan, Garrity and Donnelly Insurance Agencies Ed and Mary Supple Dailey Steven Tamasi Sheila and George Tetler III The Fairbanks Family Foundation The Frates Family Charitable Fund The Hanover Insurance Group Foundation The Plourde Family Charitable Trust The Schwartz Charitable Foundation Charles Thurston Mary Ann Tocio Tammera Trudeau

 “When I was at Nativity, it meant opportunity, growth, and belonging. It was a place where I felt seen and supported, where every teacher and staff member believed in my potential, even on the days I doubted myself.”

ROSEND PEÑA Ikunza Class of 2017

Joseph and Judy Meichelbeck Millbury Federal Credit Union Minot Technology Group, LLC Janine Shertzer and Robert Mulkern, Jr. Gregory Young and Lori Murphy Jack Nestor Brian Nixon Linda A Norman O'Connell & O'Connell, P.C. John O'Rourke Douglas & Jennifer Pagan Juliane and Jay Pandolfo Point32Health Kenneth Prestwich Ann and Paul Proko Virginia and Michel Raguin Louis A. Rizoli Debra and Paul Robershotte Ralph and Melissa Rondinone Vincent Rougeau Heather and William Rufo Saint-Gobain Corporation Joan and Ken Sands Elizabeth Sanning Marguerite and James Sheehan Flood Jamyn M. Sheff and Paul Sheff Michael and Jennifer Shepard

UMass Medical School UniBank Virginia Vaughan Adam and Stacey Warsofsky David and Deborah Winicki Greater Worcester Community Foundation Youth for Community Improvement Jessika and Alex Zequeira $500 to 999 Fran and Frank Abbott Alec Abernathy George and Maureen Abernathy Anonymous Bank of America Matching Gifts Robert and Betty Blute, Jr. Timothy Bowe Marcia Bowles Jennifer and Roger Breslin Mr. and Mrs. Brown Matt and Catherine Brunell Chantal Buchanan Robert Burg Ryan Burkart J. Michael Burke Kathleen and David Calabro Margaret A. Post and Miles Cahill James Joseph Callahan Richard and Hilary Carlson Kiersten Christensen

Coffey Moran Giving Fund Jessica and Mark Connolly Colleen and Robert Cording Barbara Cotter Michael and Lynne Crawford Cathleen Crider Cryogenic Institute of New England, Inc. Michelle Currie Jim and Elaine Dawson Sean and Michelle Dillon Maureen and David Doern Chris and Elysa Dunster David and Roberta Earls George and Mimi Eldridge Matthew Engler Warren Feldman Erin Fenlon Rob and Wendy Gittings Margaret and George Gray Robert and Karyn Grieco Richard Hagen Ann and David Hawk Scott Haylon Mark Heffner Sarah and Jim Hegarty Ellen Henri Timothy Houlihan Julie Houllahan John F Kennedy Michelle and Paul Lane Mike and Stephanie Lee William Lee Joseph Lemme Peter Lucas Malone Commercial Brokers Kristine and Patrick T. Maloney Michael Marinelli Peter Marino Caroline Maroney Michael Martin Jill Mavro William McAvoy

100%

OF NATIVITY GRADUATES CURRENTLY IN HIGH SCHOOL ARE ON TRACK TO GRADUATE Tom and Virginia McCabe McIvor Family Fund Greg McKeever John and Barbara McKenney Tom and Caitlin McKenney Margaret McLoughlin Paul and Margaret McManus Rev. Thirburse Millott

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 Duncan and Cheryl Milloy Timothy Monahan Kate Myshrall Joanne O'Brien Joan O'Connor Winifred Octave Ade Oluwatosin Keith Oslakovic Sharon Ouellette Joe and Kathleen Pagano Dane Poeske Mia Quigley Greg and Geri Quinn Elizabeth and Douglas Radigan Athos Rassias S. Paul Reville Gina Richardson Adriana Rojas Kevin and Theresa Rondinone Eric Ruggieri Joanne and R. Joseph Salois Michael Schelzi Ann Shildneck Brad Simon Nevill Smythe St Paul's Church Joseph St. Pierre Howard and Carolyn Stempler Victoria L. Swigert Margaret Tabor Marilyn and Zenon Tencza Sarah and Alex Thomas United Way Suncoast Jacob Vazquez Peter and Sharon Viles Derek and Renny Vogel Constance Von Hagen Jeffrey and Mary Walsh Kathleen and Michael Wiese Helene and Justin Winn YourCause Valerie Zolezzi-Wyndham

 “Being a Nativity student is knowing you are a part of a family and trusting in that family.”

MIA RIVILLAS Ebo Class of 2027

$1 to 499 Lord Adjabeng Josep Alba Josep Alba-Salas Charles and Mary Aleksiewicz Carl Alessandro Bryan Alix Charles Allison

Lynn Kremer and Louri Alsov Alden Anderson Che Anderson John and Mary Lou Anderson Marianne Andreach Christina and A.J. Andreoli Mary Andreoli Ann Anesta James Annarelli Ursula Arello Ursula Arello Lorraine Attreed Jeanine and Michael Audette Meghan Aufiero Jacob Azzi Benjamin Bach Christian Bachez Elizabeth and Michael Bailey Gerald Bamman Kathleen Bardsley Joan Barry Luke Baskind Arthur and Ann Bastian Matthew Bateman Barbara and Bruce Bazarian Guy and Leah Bazarian-Greene Ross W. Beales, Jr. John Bearce Dan Beauchemin Mary and Jerry Beddes Richard Bedrosian Paul and Shari Belanger Benevity Frances Bergeron Elaine Berkopec Paul Berry Clay Best Bruce Birenbaum Kevin Birenbaum Maura Birenbaum Paula Biscardi Norman Bitsoli Ashley Bivens David Suhl and Particia L Bizzell Matt Blute Anthony and Lisa Bogner Elissa Boisvert Paul Bolton Jon and Kathy Bonsall Philip Boroughs, S.J. Victoria Borruso Arpan Bose Janice and Kenneth Bouchard Elizabeth Boucher Maura and Roger Boucher Kerry Boyd Kevin Boyle Carol and Steven Bradford Lynn and Kevin Bradley Jasmine Bramble Philip Brewer Timothy Brewer Maria Brito McHala Brophy Erin Brosnihan

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“My son graduated quite a few years ago and I continue to rave about Nativity School. Nativity school not only provided a great education, it helped shape my son into a young man of character and leadership. My son and I both feel Nativity School has been one of the biggest blessings in our lives. It continues to positively impact young men and assist in giving them educational opportunities they may have never been able to access.

My son now has his Masters in Social Work and is making an impact in the lives of others. We couldn’t thank Nativity School enough.”

NSW PARENT

Linda and Matt Brown Lizbeth Brown Lucy Brown Lynn and Richard A. Brown Daniel and Wendy Bruce Arthur B. and Joan E. Brunnell Jr. Ann and William Bruno William D Buckley Madalyne Buco Leo and Sue Bulger Erica Burke Elizabeth and Gerald Cahill Pamela Cammuso Tiffany Cannon Mary Caputo Katherine Cardinal Claire Carew Joan and John Carey Christopher Carpenter Scott Carson Gloria and John Carter Deborah and Charles Cary Mary and Thomas Casavant David Casey Kathleen Casey Scott Cashman Peter Castaldi Ealeen Ceballos Brian Chandley Linda and Alex Chapman Diane Chaput Stephenie Chaudoir George Chin Kimberly Christie Kristy Chung Loretta M Cimini Lauren Clair Maureen Clancy Abigail Coburn Ralph Coffey Pauline Cole Catherine Colinvaux Cary and Lewis Collins William Collins Valerie Colville Nierenberg Brian Condon Thomas Condon Erin Condron

Charles Congdon Jim Bidwell and Mary Conley Virginia and Thomas Conti Lily Cook David Coughlin Sam Coulbourn Joanne Cournoyer

OVER THE LAST 5 YEARS,

46%

OF NATIVITY GRADUATES FINISHED COLLEGE COMPARED TO THE NATIONAL AVERAGE OF 11% OF STUDENTS FACING ECONOMIC INSECURITY

Paul and Anne Covino John Crane Ann Crosson Cullen/Welch Charitable Fund Rich and Erin Cummings Richard and Michele Cunningham Rosemary Cunningham Eileen Curran Joseph and Jane Daigneault Christina Daoud Josh and Jennifer Davis Mark and Deb Davis Mary and Dan Davis Virginia Day Joveto De Carvalho Julianna DeBonis Robyn Deguzman Elizabeth Deliberto Julie Deliberto Thomas and Ann Marie Demlein Terrence Devino, S.J. Elizabeth Devlin

Kayla DeWees Jane Dionne Ruthann Dobek Anthony Docanto Patrick J. Dolan Moreen and Stephen Donahue Thomas and Mary Donahue Bradley Donato Kara Donellon Eileen Donovan Raymond Dorney Virginia and John Dowd Bill and Ann Dowdle John Doyle Thomas and Joyce Dresser Christine Dubay Susan and Tim Dukin Peter Dunn Eileen Dwyer Sharyn Eaton Linda Eberth Ruth Ehlers Michael and Insa Elliott Christine Ellis Sara Ellis Robert Ermanski Sivan Etedgee Dr. Edward Evantash Audrey Evers Ashley Fairbanks Fallon Health Jim and Nicole Fantini Susana and Martin Fantozzi Mark Feeley Mark Feely Juliet Feibel Siobhan Fennelly Fidelity Foundation Matching Gifts to Eduation Barbara Fields Perri and Gary Finch John Finley Christine Fitzgerald Owen Fitzgerald Shaye Fitzgerald David Flagg Paul and Kathleen Flaherty Barbara A. Flanders Michael Fleischer FLEXcon Martha Flinter

OVER THE LAST TEN YEARS,

99%

OF NATIVITY GRADUATES HAVE COMPLETED HIGH SCHOOL OR A SPECIALIZED HIGH SCHOOL PROGRAM (COMPARED TO THE NATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL GRADUATION AVERAGE OF 80% FOR STUDENTS EXPERIENCING ECONOMIC INSECURITY)

Demi Fogarty Timothy Foley Nzaba Fonseca-Sabune Louis and Paula Fortin Patricia and Jeffrey Forts Sany Hook Pilots Foundaiton Patrick and Mary Fox Dennis Friedman Janice and Mark Fuller Ethel Furst Scott Fusco Thomas Gagnon Mary and James Gallagher Elizabeth Gamache Paul Garbe Karen and Graig Garrett Denis Garriepy Sally Geaney Suzanne M Geaney Caroline Genster Maurice and Elaine Geracht Lynne and James Gilbert Daniel Gillis Barry Gilman William Gilmartin Judith Powell and Mitchell Gitkind Beth Glavin Jamaris Godino William and Diane Golden Zaida Gomez Renee Grady Charlene Grattan Ann T. Lisi and Joel Greene Louise Thorson and Richard Gregory Kim and Donald Gribbons William Gribbons Donatella Guanciale Joan Halbert Alyssa Hall Jake Hall John Hall Kathleen Manning Hall Colleen Halleron Britta Hallisey John Hallisey Thomas and Patricia Ann Halpin Claire Halvey Leslie Hansen David Hardy Hardy & Halpern, Inc. Dale and Jean Harger Mr. Harr Motor Company Lin and Joseph Hart Michael Hassett Angela Hastie Nancy and Charles Hatcher Warren and Beth Hayden Patricia Gibbons Haylon John Heald, Jr. Nancy Healy Paul and Patricia Healy Ralph Hebb Myles and Patrice Heffernan Richard Heffernan

Richard Hehir Eric Ledogar Frank Herron Meghan Hurley and Bowen Lee Larry Hershoff Patricia Lee Matt Franck and Kristin Hervey Marie Leen Eugeene Hickey Denise D'Aunno and Peter Leone Jeffrey Hill Tefa and Noah Ligeti Ingrid and Michael Hillinger Frederick Lillis Brenna Hoar Angela Lin Karen Holt Macy Linberg Holy Family of Nazareth Parish Sarah Fontaine-Lipke and Mary Frances and Stephen Horan David Lipke Katy and Kit Hughes Irgena Lito Susan and Kevin Hunt Matt Lockwood Mullaney James and Patty Hurley John Logue Sean Hurley Ellen Lohan Ann Marie Incutto Debra and Robert Lombard Anne Ingalls Thomas and Shirley Lutynski Nate Ingalls Kathleen Janssen Marianna Jantzen Suzanne Jantzen Isabelle Jenkins “It takes only a moment when you walk Tiley Jones Michael Joseph through the doors of Nativity Worcester Mike Joslin and are welcomed with a firm handshake, Kristen and Kevin Joyceeye contact, and a warm greeting from a Flanagan Leonard and Olivia Jusme middle schooler that you realize it is more Trent Kamke than just a school. The faculty, students, Reid Kapinos and their families are committed to putting Lisa, Stephen, Ailene and Vincent Keane the mission of the school at the forefront John and Rena F. Keenan of everything that happens within those Tom Kehoe walls, and the result is a bright future far Michael and Ann Kelleher Henry Kelley beyond the twelve year commitment that is Jacob Kelley promised on day one. I am proud to support Daniel Kelly this amazing community because I know Madigan Kelly Megan Fox-Kelly and Martin the impact it has made and will continue to Kelly make for young men and now their sisters.”

Dolores Kerner Gene Kerns KAYTLYN MCCORMICK Marissa King Former Staff and Donor Kenneth Klopfer William Knowles Fr. Dale Korogi Kim and Mark Kouyoumjian Kristin Lynch Paulette Labarre Lynn Lynch Barbara and Raul Laborde William and Jessica Lynch Fernando Laguarda Michael Macht-Greenberg Judith and Stephen Lais Patricia MacIntyre Phillip Petree and Thomas Landy Kelvin and Marion Mackavanagh Carol Lane Raymond T Mahon Debra Lang William Mahoney Loran Lang Isabel Mallory Alice LaRocca Mary and Donald O. Maloney Jr. Michael and Anita Lawler Mary and James A. Maloney Esq. Christopher and Laura Lawrence Ann Mann Lawrence Sasso Insurance & Rosa Manriquez Financial Services Inc. Nancy Marotta Chris Lazarek Thomas and Jennifer Marshall Erica Lazarek Marshall Memorial Fund James Leary Ivy Sun and Thomas Martin John D Leary Tim Marx

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Tina Masiello David Masterman Kitty and John Maxwell Wayne McAuliffe Theresa McBride Erin McCafferty Jeanne McCarron Barbara and B. Eugene McCarthy Beverley and Patrick McCarthy Christian McCarthy Kathleen McCarthy-Taylor William and Mary McCormack James McDermott Douglas McDonald Rev. Michael McFarland, S.J. Eileen McGee John McGonagle Maura McGovern Patricia McGovern

 “What I like most about coming here is that my teachers and friends help me achieve my goals and are proud of me when I do.”

MAY DUFFY Ebo Class of 2027

Nora McGrath Gary and Jane McGuirk Carole McManus Ellen McMonagle Miriam and Christian Meko Alison Melick Melvin S. Cutler Charitable Foundation Sashi and Alice Menon Brian Messaris Elizabeth and Bernard Meyer Allysen Meymaris Margaret and John Millerick Mark and Sara Milone Paula M Minihan Nik and Kate Monahan Geraldine Monteleone Elizabeth Moore Brigette and Michael Moran Suzanne D. Morrissey Susan Morse Celeste and D.M. Moschos Esq. Edward and Melinda Moynihan Jane and Daniel Moynihan, Jr. Jake Mullahy Caitlin and Michael Mullin Dawn Murphy Edward Murphy Karen Murphy Kevin Murphy Robert Murphy Susannah and Russell Murphy

Lewis Mustoe Daniel Nocivelli Marguerite Noga Virginia Nolan Barbara Nordstrom Meghan O`Keefe Joanne and David O'Brien Lawrence O'Brien Tim and Tess O'Brien Cathy O'Connor Sarah O'Connor Scott Odams Molly O'Hara James and Heather O'Keefe Kerry O'Keefe Colin O'Leary Meggan O'Leary Karen Omahen One Family Knitter Virginia Palitz Jennifer Parks David Parr James and Elsa Partan Silvia Patrizi Robert Paulsen Conál Paxton Jeanne Pelletier Andrea Pereira Barbara K Pero Aaron Perry Erin and Owen Phipps Hansen Pamela Platt Melissa Platzman Yolanda Ponce David F Powell Christine and Walter Powers Lisa and Mark Powers Kimberly and Michael Pucci Sarah Pulsifer Margreta Purcell Purple Key Society, College of the Holy Cross Simonetta Raffioni Stephen Ragno Meral Ramsey Mary Ellen Reardon Andrew Regan James Regan Religious of the Assumption Madeline and Michael Richards Matthew Riggle Rhea and Richard M. Ringgard Andrea Kramer and Timothy Roach Julie and Gareth Roberts David Roccosalva Virgilio Rodriguez Patrick Rogers Ted Romanow James Romenesko Patrick Rondeau Christine Rose Carolyn Rusiackas Russell M Ruthen Maureen K Ryan

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OF NATIVITY GRADUATES (AGES 18-22) ARE ATTENDING A 2-4 YEAR COLLEGE (ON AVERAGE 40% OF STUDENTS FROM ECONOMICALLY DISADVANTAGED COMMUNITIES CONTINUE ON TO COLLEGE)

Patricia and Thomas Ryan Zoe Ryan Jodi Rymer Saint Joseph's Abbey Laura Salamy Nancy Salustro Sheila and Yooku Sam Cathy Sargent Shannon and Luke Savage Kristin D. Steinmetz and Mathew Schmalz Susan and John Schneeweis Mary Schoonmaker Thomas and Kristen Schrule Christina Schultz Isabel Schwartz Janet Schwartz Jeffrey Schwartz Madeline Schwartz Robert Scoville Carol Seager Marylou and Bradford Seaward Paul and Kathleen Senior Dick and Paula Shea Stephen and Ellin Sheehy Rachel Shelton Jason Shevland Joanne Shumak Scirpoli Angela Sigismondi Joyce and Adam Sillup David Silva Randi Simons Sisters of St. Joseph Eugene Skrzypczyk Nancy Small Gregory and Joyce Smith Rebecca and Andrew Smith Jerry Snee, Jr Stacy Sobo James and Mary Soloperto Mary Deane Sorcinelli Andrea Sorcini Amanda Souza David Spector Carol Spellman Beverly and David Spencer Sally Spooner Benjamin St. Peters Robert Stevenson John Stroligo Susan and Michael Stuart Katy and Peter Sullivan

Mary and Jerry Sullivan Thomas Sullivan Bill and Mary Supple Margaret Swan Anne and Dave Sweeney Kathryn Sweet Stephen Tafaro Blackbaud Giving Fund Community of the Sisters of St. Anne Picket Fence Joe Thrift Timothy O'Connell Foundation Philip Torgersen Matthew and Mary Toth Ethan Tym Matt Ulterino Douglas Upton David van Kennen Hedy Veith Jane VerValin Thomas Vhay Steve Vineberg Mark Vining Stephen and Terry Waite Kerry Wall Katherine Bagdis and Matthew Wally Mary T Ward John P Warner Sue Warner Dr. and Mrs. Kenneth Webb Diane Weber Shane Weber Stephanie Weinfurt Joe Weisse WePay Deborah White Patricia White Michael Whitehouse Morgan Wight Tamara Wilson Elizabeth Woods Donna C. Wrenn Bryan Yepez David Yokoyama-Martin Kelsa and Don Zereski Anne Ziaja Barbara Zientek Leah Zilla Laura Zuloaga

TRIBUTE GIFTS

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Gifts to Nativity School of Worceser are often more than support for the school.

Memorial and honorary gifts are a way to perpetuate the memory of a loved one who has passed away and an opportunity to honor an individual who has been impactful in the donor’s life. Each year, members of our community support Nativity Worcester with a gift in memory of a loved one or in honor of someone who played a large role in the donor’s life. Listed on these next two pages are those.

“Being a Nativity student means that we are all family, and that means we care for one another.”

BLESSING MENSAH Bowman Class of 2028

In Honor of Andrew and Grace Gallagher Mary and James Gallagher

In Honor of Fr. Bill Campbell, S.J. Sean McCabe

In Honor of Marsha Hunt Lorraine Attreed

In Honor of Beth and Greg Sclama Mary and Jerry Sullivan

In Honor of Fr. Enoch Kyeremateng Jacob Vazquez

In Honor of Matt Brunell Elizabeth and Michael Bailey

In Honor of Bill Haylon and Family Beth Anne Flynn

In Honor of Fr. Frederick Enman S.J. John Doyle

In Honor of Mike Carey Derek and Renny Vogel

In Honor of Bishop McManus Joan Halbert

In Honor of Fr. Jim Hayes S.J. Anne Ziaja

In Honor of Black and LGBTQ Youth Fr. Dale Korogi

In Honor of Fr. Thomas McMurray S.J. Stephen and Anne Marie Kaune

In Honor of Patrick Maloney Mary Caputo Rev. Thirburse Millott

In Honor of BLM Benjamin Bach

In Honor of Fr. Tom McMurray, S.J. Rev. Thirburse Millott

In Honor of Bob Cousy/BBBS Program O’Connell & O’Connell, P.C.

In Honor of Gail Randall Philip Torgersen

In Honor of Bowen Lee Chris and Patty Lee

In Honor of Helene and Justin Winn Mary Frances and Stephen Horan

In Honor of Chris and Cathy Collins Gerald Gates Caroline Maroney

In Honor of James Fournier Patricia McGovern

In Honor of Chris Collins Mary and Dan Davis Joanne and R. Joseph Salois Kathleen and Michael Wiese In Honor of Condron Family Stacy Sobo In Honor of Dr. Charles (Chick) Weiss Susan and Tim Dukin Jerry Snee, Jr In Honor of Dr. Joan Condon Brian Condon Thomas Condon In Honor of Dr. Jud Brewer Dana Jeanne McCarron Christine Rose In Honor of Eileen and Andre Bouvier Kathleen McCarthy-Taylor In Honor of Elizabeth Deliberto Margaret McLoughlin In Honor of Emily and Joel Kent Mary and James Gallagher

In Honor of Patsy and Tom Cecil Virginia Vaughan In Honor of Patty Peterleitner Sarah Pulsifer Kerry Wall In Honor of Rev. James B. Flynn Jeffrey and Mary Walsh In Honor of Sean Dillon Virginia Nolan

In Honor of Jeanne and John Esler Joe & Kathleen Pagano

In Honor of Section A HBS Class Of 1988 Andrew Regan

In Honor of Jim Briggs John McGonagle Cary and Lewis Collins

In Honor of The Haylon Family Cary and Lewis Collins

In Honor of John and Rose Mahoney Michelle and Robert Atchinson In Honor of John Collins Rosemary Cronin In Honor of John Lawrence O’Brien Jr. and John Lawrence O’Brien III Joanne O’Brien In Honor of Joseph H Maguire HC ’58 Kathleen and Edward Ludwig In Honor of Joseph Labram, S.J. Joseph Marcotte In Honor of Julie and William Condron Erin Condron In Honor of Kathleen McGee Eileen McGee In Honor of Kyle Flanagan Kristen and Kevin Joyce-Flanagan

In Honor of Theresa Seavello Ralph and Melissa Rondinone In Honor of Thomas McKenney Stephen Ragno In Honor of Tom and Jeannine Clarke Ted Romanow Timothy O’Connell Foundation In Honor of Vahan Kouyoumjian Kim and Mark Kouyoumjian In Honor of Viola V. Allison and Charles H. Allison, Sr. Charles Allison In Honor of Volunteer Students from Holy Cross James Callahan In Honor of William J. Bosch, S.J. William Buckley In Honor of Your Commitment To Inclusion James Annarelli

In Honor of Liam F. McGovern Maura McGovern Sandy Hook Pilots Foundation

69%

OF ALL GRADUATES WHO ATTENDED COLLEGE ARE FIRST GENERATION COLLEGE STUDENTS

In Honor of Lisa Chandley Thuot Brian Chandley

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In Memory of Alfonso Zequeira Maria Brito

In Memory of Elizabeth J. Hanlon Paula Biscardi

In Memory of Marlene Ackerman Douglas & Jennifer Pagan

In Memory of Alice Laffey David Suhl and Patricia Bizzell Margaret A. Post and Miles Cahill Stephenie Chaudoir Gayle and Charles Weiss

In Memory of Fr. Anthony Kuzniewski, S.J. John Logue Christine and Walter Powers

In Memory of Nancy Skinner Gayle and Charles Weiss

In Memory of Bill Haylon Mary Lou and James Briggs Mr. and Mrs. Brown Kathleen and David Calabro Elizabeth & Stephen Clarke Anne and Richard Croak James DeMay and Channing Riggs Elizabeth Devlin Paul Garbe Lynne and James Gilbert Carolyn and Eric Harthun Scott Haylon Michelle and Paul Lane Emilie and John Marvin David Masterman Valerie Colville Nierenberg Brian Nixon S. Price Riggs Patrick Rondeau

In Memory of Guy Beninati Daniel Nocivelli

In Memory of Carol Lee Pepi Daniel Nocivelli In Memory of Catherine Hogan Joan and Theodore Gillman In Memory of Claire Ahern Robert Stevenson In Memory of Daniel J. McCue Ruth Ehlers Gregory & Joyce Smith

In Memory of Fr. Simon Harak, S.J. Carolyn Rusiackas

In Memory of Helen and William Reardon Mary Ellen Reardon In Memory of Henry and Irene McKenney John and Barbara McKenney In Memory of James E. Mahoney Margaret McLoughlin In Memory of James E.L. Bardsley Kathleen Bardsley In Memory of Joanne Arello Ursula Arello In Memory of Joanne McClatchy Mark Heffner Larry Hershoff Jeffrey Hill The Picket Fence Robert Smith Robert Smith Louise Thorson and Richard Gregory In Memory of Joe and Louise Kelly Daniel Kelly In Memory of John and Katie Hogan William Lee In Memory of John Farrell Conál Paxton

In Memory of Paul and Phyllis Smiegal Daniel Nocivelli In Memory of Peter Monsini Daniel Nocivelli In Memory of Ray Callahan, S.J. Martha Flinter In Memory of Raymond Hurley Sean Hurley Paul and Kathleen Senior In Memory of Rev. Bernard J. Flanagan, DD Michael Joseph In Memory of Rico and Rose Dinicola John and Barbara McKenney In Memory of Robert Bisson Daniel Nocivelli In Memory of Robert Reilly Sarah Pulsifer In Memory of Ronald Dymond and Betty Baum Upton Douglas Upton In Memory of Stephen J. Ackerman Fran and Frank Abbott In Memory of Terri Priest Christina Schultz In Memory of The Twig Eugene Skrzypczyk

In Memory of John L. O’Brien, Jr. Joanne O’Brien

In Memory of Thomas Doughton and Dennis Hayes Gayle and Charles Weiss

In Memory of Joseph Kelly Heilbron Deirdre and Ed Heilbron

In Memory of Valerie Maher James McDermott

In Memory of Dr. Robert Blute Rosemary Cronin

In Memory of Louis Marotta, Sr. and Louis Marotta, Jr. Nancy Marotta

In Memory of Edward M.Leen Marie Leen

In Memory of Louise Dugger Massey Jane Dionne

In Memory of William D. (Bill) Haylon, Jr. Maureen Clancy Lisa and Gregory Kasprzak Hansen Pamela Platt Sue Warner

In Memory of Daniel Moynihan Jane and Daniel Moynihan, Jr. In Memory of Donald Oliver, Sr. Daniel Nocivelli

ON AVERAGE, OUR STUDENTS GRADUATE FROM 8TH GRADE AT OR ABOVE GRADE LEVEL IN MATH, READING AND LANGUAGE ARTS, HAVING ARRIVED AT NATIVITY OFTEN BELOW GRADE LEVEL. SINCE 2003, NATIVITY HAS GRADUATED

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NATIVITY SCHOOL OF WORCESTER

forever society Join

the Nativity School of Worcester Legacy Society today by making a planned gift.

Consider leaving your legacy in several ways that cost you nothing now, and leave a lasting impact. To discuss the best planned gift option for you, contact Nate Ingalls, Leadership Gifts Officer at ningalls@nativityworcester.org or (508) 799-0100.

Thank you

to our members of the Nativity School of Worcester Forever Society. The Forever Society is a group of caring friends who provide for the future of Nativity through planned and estate gifts.

M. Catherine Butler

 "Our family’s connection to the mission and work of Nativity School of Worcester has been a source of immense joy. Supporting the school through annual giving— and now as members of the Nativity Forever Society—has been an easy decision.

The transformative impact of Nativity reflects the true purpose of education: opening doors, creating opportunities, and the full formation of the person who will lead in service of others. We are committed to doing whatever we can to support the continued success of Nativity School of Worcester."

ALEX AND JESSIKA ZEQUEIRA Trustee Associate and Former President

Paul Jourcin Alice Laffey Joanne and Brian McClatchy Harold L. Stevens, Jr. Cynthia and Stephen O’Brien Charles and Gayle Weiss Kenneth and Nancy Candito Alex and Jessika Zequeira

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Nate Ingalls Leadership Gifts Officer Thomas McKenney Natasha Petters President Grants and Communications Andrea Bazarian Officer Principal Adriana Allen Elizabeth Deliberto Operations Manager Senior Vice President of Advancement and Grad Support Chayanne Chataigne Director of College Placement Nerelly Checo and Post-Secondary Transition Assistant Principal and Brittany Como Director of Student Life and Director of High School DEIA Placement and Support Erica Adjeman Demetrius Safford ’11 Assistant Principal and Athletic Director Director of Admissions

STAFF AND FACULTY

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“I offer real experience and connection to the children Nativity is currently serving as I was one of those kids. Getting involved ultimately was a decision that came down to trying to do what I can to ensure Nativity is able to provide opportunities for many generations to come.”

DERVIN HYLTON Trustee, Mayer Class of 2013

Theresa Rondinone ELA Department Head

Cael Fleischer 2nd Year Teaching Fellow

AnnaMarie March Science Department Head

Matthew Miles 2nd Year Teaching Fellow

Dr. Dana Harthorne Math Department Head

Kate Burns History Department Head Jennifer Smith 5th Grade Lead Teacher Alex Bazarian School Counselor

Susan Tolles Student Support Coordinator

BOARD OF TRUSTEES — OFFICERS William Condron Chair Veronica Listerud Vice Chair Nicolyn Keville Treasurer

Margaret Florentine Secretary

BOARD OF TRUSTEES

GRADUATES ON THE BOARD Over the last year, we were honored to invite Dervin Hylton of the Mayer Class of 2013 and Jacob Vasquez of the Pro Class of 2011 to join our Board of Trustees, and they have already made significant contributions. Jacob is currently working as a Philanthropic Advisor at the Greater Worcester Community Foundation. Dervin works as an Application Engineer at Aligned Vision.

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Matthew Brunell Thomas Clarke Rev. Andrew Garavel, S.J. Kathleen Herrman Dervin Hylton, Mayer Class of 2013 Patrick Jones Pamela Massad Stephen O’Brien Winifred Octave, P’09 Vincent O’Rourke, Jr. Patricia Nellinger Peterleitner Candace Race Rev. William Reiser, S.J. Carolyn Stempler George Tetler Michael Tsotsis Jacob Vazquez Pro Class of 2011 Charles “Chick” Weiss, Ph.D. Sean McGrath.

(Emeritus) Jane Mosakowski (Emerita) Thomas McKenney (Ex Officio)

Grace Bromage 2nd Year Teaching Fellow

Mel Leach 2nd Year Teaching Fellow Janelle Clancy 1st Year Teaching Fellow Diane McDonough 1st Year Teaching Fellow Liam McGovern 1st Year Teaching Fellow

TRUSTEE ASSOCIATES Ursula Arello Paul Belsito Robert Blute Brent Bottamini Gregory Bradford Kevin Breen Roger Breslin Dave Brunelle Anthony Cashman Trey Cassidy Patsy Cecil Brian Chandley Michael Covino Michael Crawford Michelle Dillon Daniel DiTullio Michael Dugan John Duggan Margaret Freije Andy Gallagher Patricia Gibbons PJ Guinan Jim Hayes, S.J. Gil Haylon Bill Keville Cornell Lesane William Loftus Susan Mailman Timothy McCormack Katie Moulton Kerry O’Keefe Darrell Opoku-Kwateng Abby Orleans-Thompson Bernie Santos Katy Sullivan Liz Trumble Diana Tsotsis Matthew Wally Liz Wambui Chuck Wilson Stephanie Yuhl Alex Zequeira Kelsa Zereski

WAYS TO Give GIVING TO THE ANNUAL FUND

Make a one-time or recurring monthly gift that provides critical unrestricted funds that advance the school’s academic, extracurricular, and graduate support programs. Please donate using the enclosed envelope or visit www.nativityworcester.org/help/donate

INVEST IN THE FUTURE OF A NATIVITY STUDENT Make a major impact by funding part of or the entire education of one of our Nativity Worcester students or invest the school’s endowment or future renovations. The school’s ability to continue to provide a quality, tuition-free education and plans to open the Julie Power Girls Division will only be possible through the generosity of sponsors. For more information or to make a donation, gift of stock, or multi-year campaign pledge, contact Elizabeth Deliberto, Senior Vice President of Advancement and Graduate Support, at edeliberto@nativityworcester.org or (508) 799-0100.

GIFT BY WILL

Making a planned gift is an extraordinary way to support Nativity School of Worcester and our mission while achieving your personal, philanthropic, and estate planning goals. Consider including Nativity Worcester in your will and leave your legacy today and make a difference in the lives of our students and graduates for years to come! For more information, contact Nate Ingalls, Leadership Gifts Officer at ningalls@nativityworcester.org or (508) 799-0100.

HONORARY AND MEMORIAL GIFTS

Gifts to Nativity Worcester are often more than support for the school. Memorial and honorary gifts are a way to perpetuate the memory of a loved one who has passed away and an opportunity to honor an individual who has been impactful in the donor’s life. Please see the enclosed envelope or visit www.nativityworcester.org.

IN-KIND GIFTS

Consider making a difference by giving non-perishable items to our food pantry, school supplies, technological equipment, or clothes for young men and women. Your in-kind gifts will help set up our students and families for success.

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Mission Statement

Nativity School of Worcester is an accredited, independent, Jesuit middle school that provides a quality, all-scholarship education to students of all faiths from under-resourced communities in Worcester. Drawing upon four pillars — strength, scholarship, character, and service — a Nativity education inspires selfdiscovery, responsibility, spiritual growth, and a lifelong dedication to learning.

Accredited by the New England Association of Schools and Colleges (NEASC) Member of the Jesuit Schools Network ( JSN) Member of the NativityMiguel Coalition of Schools Member of the Association of Independent Schools in New England (AISNE)