Beyond the Academy Winter 2023

NDA Celebrates the International Day of the Girl

portrait OF A graduate Notre Dame Academy is devoted to “educating young women to make a difference.”

An NDA graduate is a woman of

faith, who lives Catholic values

and witnesses God’s goodness and provident care;

academic excellence, who thinks critically and communicates effectively;

vision& leadership,

who collaborates, problem solves, and uses technology ethically;

service& compassion, who makes a positive difference in the world.

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YOUNG WOMEN

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Winter 2023

NDA Launches Office of Women, Culture, and Community

Editors: Nancy López Contributors: Kristin Callaghan, Samantha Costanzo Carleton ’11, Lauren Dunne ’24, Ava Hanna ’24, Allison Chin ’23, Amy Hickl, Antoinette Lloyd-Evans, Jaclyn Paetzold ’18 Photography: Raynelle Duronslet ’98, Brad Fuller, Christine Lagrimas, Melissa Martinez, Jaclyn Paetzold ’18, Sophie Ward ’23 Graphic Designer: Stacie Martinez Beyond the Academy is published by Notre Dame Academy for alumnae, parents and friends. Class Notes and In Memoriam can be submitted at academy.ndasla.org/alumnae/classnotes or academy.ndasla.org/alumnae/ prayer-requestin-memoriam or emailed at advancement@ndala.com.

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Welcome

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Regals Developing Leadership

Freshmen Explore Los Angeles’ Cultural Character Christine Rodriguez Tyler ’94 Named LA Superior Court Judge

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Making a Difference

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Class Notes

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In Memoriam / Upcoming Events

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welcome Dear Friends, Notre Dame, Mother Mary, Our Lady: whatever name you choose to call the guiding light and role model of our school, there’s no denying that sometimes, living up to her perfect example can feel nearly impossible. And yet, we encourage our students to do just that because we believe that they, too, are worthy and capable of wearing a crown.

The NDA crown isn’t a glittering, delicate tiara stored in a box and taken out for special occasions. They are spiritual, symbolic reminders of all that we are called to do as faith-filled leaders striving to make a difference in the world. NDA women do that by living out the Marian values of compassion, service, courage, patience, hard work, trust, and love. Since we’ve named “Wear the Crown” our annual theme, I’ve seen our students demonstrate those values in astonishing ways.

At school, they explore ways to solve global challenges through entrepreneurship, find their voices through speech and debate, and discover how to support and motivate each other through athletics. Whether competing in the Paralympics or conducting research on food allergies for a Girl Scout project, the young women of NDA are proudly wearing their crowns and are working to make the community – and our world – a better place.

Wearing a crown isn’t easy. It will fall off when we struggle to live up to our ideals and get dented when our confidence wavers. We don’t consider the inevitable scratches to be signs of failure; they are indicators of the courage to take risks — and we’re proud of the growth mindset that NDA students demonstrate when they dust off their crowns and try again.

As you read this issue of Beyond the Academy and get to know us a little better, I invite you to think about the crown you wear as a member of the NDA community. From which values is it made? Do you wear it every day? I hope you’ll polish it up, put it on, and join us in our mission of educating young women to make a difference in the world.

In Notre Dame,

Lilliam Paetzold ’84 President/Head of School

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academic excellence Freshmen Explore Los Angeles’ Cultural Character Sixty-three Regal freshmen gained a personalized introduction to Notre Dame Academy’s Emphasis Program with two day-long explorations of the City of Los Angeles this year.

“Lost in LA” featured visits by train to three culturally distinct neighborhoods where students tested their observation and mindfulness skills as they learned about the architecture, history, and diversity of the sprawling city. They considered big questions such as “What makes up the cultural character of Los Angeles?” as they visited landmarks such as the Walt Disney Concert Hall, Cathedral of Our Lady of the Angels, and UTA Artist Space. The November outing, for example, culminated with a visit to United Talent Agency, where students learned about the industry from NDA alumnae Christy Garcia ’03 and Echo Matthews ’11.

“The trips are a chance for us to explore the world beyond NDA’s gates and expand our campus to encompass all of Los Angeles,” said visual arts teacher Anthony Heim. “Through experiences like these, our youngest students develop critical life skills they can immediately apply in other disciplines and build a foundation for future inquiry and research.”

The “Lost in LA” theme not only informs the freshman field trips, but is also the focus of community-wide activities and conversations within NDA’s Emphasis Program, built on academic and experiential learning opportunities. Symposium 202223 sparked enriching conversations among all members of the NDA community with panel discussions and student-led workshops.

Speech & Debate Starts Year Strong A team from among the dozens of NDA’s co-curricular offerings made a strong start in competitions this fall. The Speech and Debate team is led by new Spanish teacher Mr. Fernández de Córdoba Romero, who seeks to balance team goals with each student’s objectives.

“My approach is very student-centered, much like my classroom,” Mr. Fernández de Córdoba Romero said. “It’s important to let student voices be heard. I’m part of the team, but students are the main leaders.”

Currently in its first year, the Speech and Debate team has enjoyed great success, sweeping the medal stand in its fall competition. Students choose to compete in either speech or debate for the season. While most of the upperclasswomen have chosen to compete in speech, many of the younger students have opted for debate, with an eye towards learning technique and growing in confidence for future competition years.

In her first in-person tournament, junior Madelyn Pieronek earned a spot in the finals as well as the first of two qualifiers for a national tournament. “I was over the moon. I’m so excited to continue competing with my speech topic…

My speech uses familial anecdotes, quotes from a comedy skit, stomping, Polish, and elaborate hand movements… to persuade listeners of the importance of second-language education. I’m hopeful that I can win the second award to qualify for the national tournament in spring, and am already planning my speech topic for next year!”

Mr. Fernández de Córdoba Romero insists the programs do more than help students develop critical academic and leadership skills. “As [students] connect as a team, they are creating a wonderful community, supporting each other intellectually and academically, and lifting one another up.”

Be sure to follow @regalgryphons on Instagram for updates on all of our co-curricular programs!

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Welcome Dance The first dance of the year was a hit as Regals and friends enjoyed a photo booth, popcorn, and dancing all night long! Student Council leaders worked hard to ensure “Flannel Frenzy” was a resounding success!

Family Mass & BBQ To kick off Founder’s Week, NDA celebrated with the Family Mass and BBQ. Student Council and Campus Ministry joined forces to plan the annual event, which started with Mass, followed by dinner, time to mingle, and lawn games set up for all to enjoy.

Notre Dame Day Founders Week closed with everyone’s favorite tradition – Notre Dame Day! Following Mass in the morning, Regals showed off their themes through costumes, decorations, banners, chants, and skits. The “Firefighter Freshmen,” “Seventies Sophomores,” “Jukebox Juniors,” and “Stranger Things Seniors” had a blast!

The exciting day ended with the Class of 2023 emerging victorious in the volleyball tournament for the second consecutive year!

DTASC Drama students competed in DTASC’s varsity division Fall Festival the weekend of October 21 and debuted their performances in a school assembly. They earned second place for Large Comedy for “The Odd Couple,” as well as multiple recognitions for “Alice in Wonderland,” including second place for Costume and Makeup and honorable mention for Set Design, Lights, and Publicity, Graphics, Promotion.

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Spectrum Challenge On November 2, seniors Francesca P. and Madelyn P. competed in the “Spectrum News Challenge,” a quiz show featuring high-schoolers from around the country.

Two teams compete, answering questions about current news topics, such as voting, sports, education, and social justice. With two Regals on the team, Team California got off to an early lead in Round 1 and ultimately won against Team North Carolina, ending the game with a 115-point lead.

Athletics Volleyball The energy was electric for the Dig Pink volleyball game October 12. More than 350 friends and family members supported the annual fundraiser for breast cancer research. Before the games, they enjoyed a bounce house, yard games, flash tattoos, a DJ, and taco stand.

Freshman Ava M. has been nationally recognized for her impressive volleyball performance this season. She was named to the CIF State Fabulous Freshman list, the AVCA 2022 Phenom watchlist, and the PrepVolleyball National High School watchlist, to name a few. Let’s go, Ava!

Junior Ring Ceremony The Class of 2024 officially became upper classwomen in November! The purple class celebrated this milestone with the Ring Ceremony on November 15 followed by a two-day retreat, strengthening their relationship with God as well as the bonds they have created throughout their first years of high school. “This ring symbolizes growth and belonging; it identifies you as an upperclasswoman, a daughter from a loving family, a leader, a changemaker, a friend, and a Regal,” said Ms. Lagrimas, assistant head of school for student life, “[The ring] symbolizes that you are a part of something bigger than yourself. And with that comes a responsibility to live the mission of Notre Dame Academy. You’ll carry your rings as reminders of the difference that you’ve made in the life of the school, but also the difference that NDA has made in your own life.”

Soccer Congratulations to student-athlete Francesca K. ’22, who committed to play Division 1 soccer at Loyola University Maryland. We celebrated this athletic achievement in November as Francesca signed her National Letter of Intent in front of family, friends, teammates, and coaches. Go Greyhounds!

VPA Fine Arts Night December’s Fine Arts Night featured performances and exhibitions from all of the visual and performing arts students, with nearly two-thirds of the student body contributing.

They united their efforts around the theme, “LA STORIES: from the City that Connects Us,” transforming Rosa Mystica Hall into an art gallery, the parking lot into an interactive dance immersion experience, and the gym into a theater complete with dramatic scenes, stories and music.

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vision and leadership NDA Launches Office of Women, Culture, and Community This fall, NDA launched the Office of Women, Culture, and Community to guide the vision for student life by unifying our diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives with our honor code efforts, all grounded in our Catholic faith. Led by Jody Hill, veteran humanities teacher, Christine Lagrimas, assistant head of school for student life, and Antoinette Lloyd-Evans, mission and advancement ambassador, the team seeks to guide and nurture young women to realize their feminine genius — their unique dignity, identity, and gifts as women created in the image of God. Through their collaboration with student leaders in the affinity groups, campus ministry, clubs and organizations, and student council, the team has begun to reimagine the values of sisterhood, excellence, and service on campus.

“At NDA, we educate the whole child and respond to students’ needs with love, respect and desire for them to grow and flourish,” said Ms. Lloyd-Evans. “We celebrate our diverse community through the lens of Catholic Social Teachings and seek to form young women who are secure in their identities as daughters of God, who cherish their femininity, and are prepared for their God-given mission in the Church, their communities and the world.”

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A school-wide celebration of the International Day of the Girl October 11 not only marked the effort’s inaugural, but also initiated a month of festivities. On Founders Day, we acknowledged the women who dedicated their lives to the service of God and to educate children through their call to serve as Sisters of Notre Dame. Then NDA hosted an advance screening of the film, “With This Light,” a moving documentary about Sister Maria Rosa Leggol, a Franciscan nun who, during her more than 75 years of service, saved more than 87,000 orphaned and abandoned children in Honduras from poverty and violence. Class of ’82 alumna Bonnie Abaunza, an impact campaign strategist and human rights activist, worked on the project produced by billionaire philanthropist and social impact filmmaker Jessica Sarowitz. Their work highlighting Sor Maria Rosa’s life has garnered international acclaim; Pope Francis has initiated the canonization process in response to their film.

Ms. Abaunza and Ms. Sarowitz discussed the making of the documentary as well as the specific challenges faced by a female producer. Ms. Sarowitz recently founded Stocker Street Creative in Baldwin Hills, the first studio built by a Latina.

Throughout the month, our affinity groups welcomed alumnae and guest speakers Judge Holly Fujie, Danielle Cendejas, Evita Chavez, Katherine Irajpanah ’15, Nadia Wiggins ’15, and Kasia Nixon ’16. These inspiring women shared their advice about being their most authentic selves and using their gifts and talents to serve others.

The Office of Women, Culture and Community continues to enact a collaborative vision of a vibrant student life and to empower young women to establish a living relationship with Christ so as to discern her unique plan and purpose.

“By encouraging every young woman to build healthy ​​ relationships, we support her in cultivating the life skills needed to greet the challenges of life,” said Ms. Lagrimas. “She will learn to listen to the voice within as it reveals the stirrings of her own heart so she can live fully alive and use her gifts to grow and respond to the needs of those around her.”

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vision and leadership Notre Dame Academy graduates are women of faith, academic excellence, vision and leadership, and service and compassion. Over their four years, they are transformed from timid eighth graders into confident, faith-filled leaders prepared to make a difference in their families, communities, and the world. Today we highlight Allison Chin ‘23, senior class vice president and Mock Trial team captain, who has made significant contributions to the NDA community. She proudly wears her crown as a Regal poised to tackle new challenges in college and beyond.

Beyond the Academy (BTA): How have your NDA activities prepared you to make a difference in the world?

Allison Chin ’23 (AC): I have participated in Mock Trial for seven years, and during that time, I have learned analytical skills, persuasive techniques, argumentative writing, and public speaking. I am also a member of the student council, which has given me organizational skills and prepared me to work with a team. Furthermore, I have competed in speech and debate, further developing my ability to think and respond quickly. All these skills will help me with whatever career path I choose.

BTA: What achievements are you most proud of?

AC: I am most proud of my leadership roles. I am also proud of my accomplishments as Mock Trial captain, which include growing the team from 13 members my freshman year to 28 members my senior year. I am also proud of my achievements at Girls State, where I earned a California State Assembly Certificate of Recognition and a State of California Senate Certificate of Recognition. Lastly, I am most proud of the people and relationships that I have developed in my life. I am surrounded by good people who push me to be better and also teach me how to be a better friend.

BTA: What is one of the best things about NDA? AC: I love the NDA community. The family-like connection I have built with my classmates and teachers fosters a comfortable space I feel safe going to. It also links positive emotions to

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going to school, making the more stressful parts of school more manageable.

BTA: What’s been the highlight of your NDA experience thus far?

AC: Notre Dame Day this year! I stepped out of my comfort zone, joined the dance group, and performed live for my entire school. While I am not a good dancer by any standards, it was fun performing with my friends and having the crowd cheering me on. Notre Dame Day is always filled with infectious energy, especially during the volleyball game, as it gets very competitive.

Cheering with my class, doing our chants, and rushing the court when we won will live as a fond memory.

BTA: How are you a leader?

AC: Leadership is not always dependent on your title, I try to be a leader every day by recognizing everyone’s strengths and values and encouraging them to develop further in those areas.

BTA: What career path are you thinking about pursuing?

AC: In college, I plan to major in computer science and then attend law school. My current big-picture goals are pursuing cyber security to stop online crimes against women and children, creating more big-picture security systems in legislation that help protect the vulnerable.

faith, service and compassion Regals Developing Leaders NDA students devote thousands of hours each year to service projects all over Los Angeles. Following are reflections from two Regals on their leadership experiences with organizations that have a long tradition with the school.

Lauren Dunne ’24

Ava Hanna ’24

The Association of Catholic Student Councils (TACSC) is dedicated to developing moral leaders who positively impact the world and is an organization near to my heart. I am lucky enough to have had the chance to attend TACSC’s Summer Conference the summer before sixth grade. Right from the start, I knew it was special. Not only did I learn leadership skills which have helped me on student council, but I also deepened my faith. With new fun prayers like the “Jesus Jive,” Meal Prayers, and Night Prayers, I found myself enjoying prayer time more.

Now, as someone who was able to be on staff this past year, the nightly prayers have been some of my favorite parts of my TACSC experience. I have also grown as a leader within the TACSC community. As a counselor at the LMU summer conference, I connected with other leaders and my fellow counselors, one of whom was my counselor when I was a delegate. I helped middle schoolers learn about leadership and how to be the best leaders they can be. TACSC’s motto is “We Grow Leaders,” and I can truly say that because of TACSC and through student council, I have grown to be a leader. I am so excited to see what TACSC will bring in the next couple of years.

The Hugh O’Brian Youth Leadership Foundation, also known as HOBY, is one of the oldest youth leadership organizations in the world.

Founded by actor Hugh O’Brian, who returned from spending nine inspirational days working and volunteering with Dr. Albert Schweitzer, the 1952 Nobel Peace Prize winner, he sought to change the world by engaging young leaders for the next generation. After participating in TACSC in middle school, I came into high school determined to continue learning and growing as a leader. I have been on student council since my freshman year; through the summer conference at HOBY, I expanded on the foundation I had built through TACSC. Coming into my first day at HOBY, I was extremely nervous, but the counselors were immensely supportive, encouraging me to have fun and break out of my comfort zone, which I was able to do much quicker with their help! Through morning energizers with my team and plenty of group activities, I learned how to work in large and small group settings. I enhanced skills like communication, creative thinking, problem solving and decision making.

We were also encouraged to become servant leaders, making blankets and toiletries for the less fortunate.

Overall, HOBY has encouraged me to be charismatic and attempt new experiences, work with different people and group settings, and serve my community.

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alum highlight Christine Rodriguez Tyler ’94 Named LA Superior Court Judge When Christine Rodriguez Tyler ’94 thinks of the Notre Dame values she has carried with her throughout her life, confidence and independence of thought stand out the most.

“It was very much encouraged to not be afraid to share your opinion,” Christine said of her time at Notre Dame Academy.

“Sometimes young women, especially as they progress through their education, tend to shy away from expressing their thoughts and opinions in class. But that’s something that was really encouraged through teachers and fellow students.”

It’s no surprise that this is how Christine wears her NDA crown. For 18 years, she advocated for others as a public defender and, as a result of her dedication to using the law for the good of others, was appointed as a judge to the Los Angeles Superior Court this November.

“I definitely try to take the skill of listening to others to my job,” Christine said. “Also, to advocate for people who need help and to be compassionate.”

Two NDA experiences helped Christine find her voice. On the Close Up class trip she took during her senior year, she traveled to Washington, D.C. to further explore her passion for politics. The opportunity to learn about government and live away from home for a short time not only reinforced her desire to be a leader in her community, but also showed her that the skills she had learned within her family and NDA community would serve her well when she graduated.

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Christine also credits the diversity of her NDA class with showing her the importance of speaking up. Though her classmates all had roots in different countries, Christine — whose parents immigrated from Colombia and Cuba — appreciated listening to and drawing connections among all of their stories.

“My classmates would talk about things like their experiences with their parents learning a new language, and even though my parents came from different countries, we had that shared experience as firstgeneration children of immigrants,” she said. “I don’t know many other schools that had that diversity at the time, and it definitely made an impression on me.”

Now, as Christine begins the next chapter of her career as a Superior Court judge, she’ll rely on the values that she holds dear — justice, service, and of course, standing by her convictions — to serve her community with compassion.

“Courts are often seen as a cold and stressful place,” she said. “I want to encourage people to see it more as a place where the system can help those who are in need.”

making a difference The Making a Difference Scholarship Benefit provides the opportunity for our donors and community partners to support our commitment to providing an exemplary Catholic education to young women from all socio-economic backgrounds.

• 2022-23 Tuition is $22,450.

• NDA provides 30% of students with need-based tuition assistance ranging from $1,000 to $22,450; these students would not be able to attend without financial assistance.

• NDA awarded over $1 million in financial support for the 2022-2023 academic year.

• Since its inception in 2020, Making a Difference has provided over $600,000 in tuition assistance.

Gloria Calderón Kellett 2023 Keynote Speaker

Tuition assistance allows us to continue offering a seat to those who desire and deserve a challenging, nurturing, and safe educational experience regardless of ability to pay. We hope you will join us with fellow alumnae, past and current parents, and friends!

Learn more and RSVP at academy.ndasla.org/giving/making-a-difference.

Marley Streeck-Martin ’23 2023 Student Speaker

“It was at NDA that I learned that activism and holding to a set of unshakeable principles meant that the battles were worth taking. This school taught me to be fearless, and to believe that I could make a difference. A quality education is what NDA offers to every girl who attends.

- Bonnie Abaunza, ’82 MAD 2022 Keynote Speaker

“With the tools NDA has provided, and with grit, grace, humility, and determination, I’m confident in my ability to thrive in the world and to bring my goals to fruition. It is an honor to call Notre Dame Academy my second home and to be a part of this community… I appreciate the generosity of the many people who have donated towards my education…I will forever say that God has blessed me with many angels who have enabled me to fulfill all of my goals and dreams.”

- Maria Ruiz ’22, MAD 2022 Student Speaker

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class notes We want to hear from you! Advanced degree? Career change? New baby? Send us your class notes! Submit your updates and photos online at academy.ndasla.org/ alumnae. If you prefer to email us, you can send your news to advancement@ndala.com. We can’t wait to hear from you!

1960-1969 Myrna Teipe ’60 joined the US Air Force after graduating from UCLA. She spent 20 years traveling the world and is now living the good life in a 55-plus community with a golf course, swimming pool, tennis courts, and club house.

Janet (Kolhoff) Quilici ’62 has been married for 56 years and has a 52-year-old son, plus two grandchildren.

She spent her career in employee benefits, mostly concentrating on retirement plans.

Janet retired 10 years ago and has been involved in a few volunteer organizations. She is on the board of Greater Niles Village, a virtual senior village, and is a senior peer counselor through the city of Fremont as well as a volunteer Medicare counselor under the purview of the state of California. For fun, Janet swims, bikes and plays bridge. She and her husband have been on some wonderful vacations and enjoy going to plays at local theaters.

1970 - 1979 Christine (Cervenak) Reifenberg ’78 attended the University of Notre Dame and now lives in South Bend with her husband, Steve Reifenberg, and three kids. Her husband, also an ND grad, is a professor there after working for eight years in Santiago, Chile.

Christine does lots of volunteer work and sits on several boards and councils, generously giving her time and talents to

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organizations like the Sisters of Mercy, while also doing some consulting work.

She is active in human rights and strategic consulting, both domestically on human trafficking (on the board of US Catholic Sisters Against Human Trafficking, for example) and internationally, working with the international association of Mercy Sisters and serving on the board of Geneva-based International Bridges to Justice. She’s also pursuing an extensive program on Jungian Studies in Chicago.

1980 - 1989 Debbie (Sweeney) Lingard ’82 recently changed careers (at the age of 56) from wedding and event planner (of 30+ years) to teacher and is in her second year of teaching Pre-K at St. Timothy School, her grade school alma mater. Debbie returned to school to take classes in Early Childhood Education and is currently studying for certification as a Pre-K Director.

After graduating with the purple class of 1984, Cathy (Nakano) Lass ’84 attended USC where she earned a BA in International Relations and a minor in East Asian Languages & Cultures. During football season, she twirled tall flags with the USC Trojan Marching Band and in the spring, Cathy was a coxswain on the Men’s Crew team. After graduating in 1989, she worked in international banking, taught English in Tokyo, trained employees in the hotel business in Guam, and worked for a non-profit arts foundation. In 1996, it was her great privilege to be sworn in as a Special Agent with the Federal Bureau of Investigation. Cathy’s entire career was spent in the LA Field Office where she worked counterintelligence and espionage cases.

Her collateral duties included being on the Rapid Deployment Team and the Asian and Pacific Islander affairs committee. She spent the last five years of her career recruiting, testing, and hiring the next generation of Special Agents. Cathy retired in December 2021. She married a Loyola Cub and has an 8th grade son at NDAE.

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Please remember the following alumnae and family in your prayers. As of this publication, we have noted the “In Memoriam” notifications received between June 1, 2022 and December 15, 2022. Those received after that date will appear in our next issue of Beyond the Academy.

Stacey (Gawelko) Hall ’95 is an educational diagnostician. She earned a bachelor of science in criminal justice in 2000 and a masters in special education, curriculum and instruction in 2008. In 2009, she earned a postgraduate degree in educational assessment.

Jennifer Brennan ’97 Anita (Brunton) Colello ’64 Ann Dawa ’02 Mary (Malloy) Freeman ’61 Melanie (Machado) Kester ’68 Mary (Lawler) O’Hara ’62 Deanne Marie (Putnam) Penn ’55 Lucy Shiffrin ’62 Isabella Szegedi (Mother of Susan Szegedi ’81 and Juliet Szegedi ’82) Susan Szegedi ’81

Sharon (Fitzgerald) Ehasz ’97 is a Lieutenant Colonel in the Ohio Air National Guard and a third-year Organizational Behavior PhD student at Case Western Reserve University in Cleveland, Ohio.

Amanda Ayres ’99 and Bret Fendt celebrated their wedding on March 13, 2022, at The Portofino Hotel & Marina in Redondo Beach, CA.

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2000-2009 Melissa Masatani ’03 and Jon Christensen welcomed their firstborn son Sosuke Christensen in June.

2010-2019 Meredith Yinger ’11 co-authored a book called “The Game Changer,” available in paperback and e-book versions!

Check out her section, “Carving Your Own Space,” in which she discusses just that as well as the need for asking questions.

Attention Class of 1973 – mark your calendars to attend the 50 year class reunion on June 3, 2023! Celebrate 50 years of memories and serve as the Honor Guard for the Class of 2023. Stay tuned for event details.

Questions? Contact advancement@ndala.com or 310.839.5289 ext 212.

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upcoming events Dance Workshop February 18, 2023

Annual Dance Concert May 29, 2023

Little Shop of Horrors Musical March 30 - April 1, 2023

Baccalaureate Mass June 2, 2023

Making a Difference Benefit April 29, 2023

Class of 1973 50th Reunion June 3, 2023 Graduation June 3, 2023

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