Saint Joseph Academy Update - Summer 2014

Sharing a Tradition of Excellence with Alumnae, Parents and Friends • www.sja1890.org • Summer 2014

Congratulations, Class of 2014!

Letter from the President Dear Alumnae, Parents and Friends of Saint Joseph Academy, Rest is not idleness, and to lie sometimes on the grass on a summer day listening to the murmur of water or watching the clouds float across the sky, is hardly a waste of time.”

– John Lubbock 3470 Rocky River Drive • Cleveland, Ohio 44111 216-251-6788 • www.sja1890.org

UPDATE is published by Saint Joseph Academy for alumnae, parents and friends. Contributions to this issue of UPDATE include: Mary Ann Corrigan-Davis ’71, Mary Ann Fischer ’66, Betty Hjort, Susan Condon Love ’76, Mickie Matheis, Laura McCarty ’07, Geoff Powers and Constance S. Sipple, CFRE. Photography courtesy Susan Condon Love ’76, John Mulgrew, Laura McCarty ’07, The Plain Dealer/Landov, and Lifetouch Photography.

For more information, please contact Susan Condon Love ’76, Communications Director, at 216.619.1937 or slove@sja1890.org.

MISSION Saint Joseph Academy, rooted in the spirituality of the Congregation of St. Joseph, fosters unifying relationships with God and all creation, empowers each young woman to achieve academic excellence and inspires a life of compassionate leadership and service in a global society.

On the cover: Therese Becker ’12 shoots video of sister Caroline ’14, during the Walk of the Roses.

The two are the granddaughters of Sheila Allen Becker ’54.

Here’s hoping you are enjoying some down time this summer. The school year is always so busy, it is nice to relax and take a breath. I find myself reflecting on the school year just completed. And what a great year we had, with so many blessings!

Principal Jeff Sutliff is making a difference with his welcoming nature and deep commitment to Catholic education in the city of Cleveland. He is a visible presence in the school, greeting students as they arrive each morning. Frequently in the classrooms, he is working closely with the faculty.

His work with Science Teacher Fred Kieser has led to the launch of our new Health Sciences Honors Program, featured in this magazine on pages 4 and 5.

The dedication of our faculty is reflected in the success of our students.

There is a wonderful mix of teachers – young and not so young, women and men, each unique in their own way, but all selfless in their support and encouragement for the young women. The students, as a result, are thriving here, accomplishing feats and displaying growth in wisdom and grace. The young women are not afraid to challenge themselves because they know the faculty is here for guidance. One example is the amazing work of the engineering students featured in the story on page three.

None of this would be possible without our biggest supporters – the Sisters of the Congregation of St. Joseph. It is the vision of the Sisters that still guides us, which in turn we share with the entire SJA community – “to live and work to bring all people into union with God, each other and all creation.” We do this through service to the “dear neighbor,” both the person next to us and the person in need miles or even a continent away. I feel confident that seeds are being sown here at the Academy that will flourish in our graduates. Just read about three of our young alumnae on pages 6 and 7 to see what I mean.

Yes, the 2013-14 school year was filled with many blessings – full enrollment, a Chromebook laptop computer for every student, outstanding achievements in academics, the arts and athletics, retreats and service trips, acceptances at great colleges for our seniors, outstanding teachers and staff members, generous benefactors who support our mission, and so much more.

We now look eagerly forward to the new school year, and ask you to join us as we begin to celebrate the 125th anniversary of the founding of Saint Joseph Academy. We like to say we are 125 years young – vibrant, valued and vital.

We are truly blessed!

Sursum corda! Lift up your hearts!

Mary Ann Corrigan-Davis ’71 President

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Students Wow Judges and Sweep the Goodyear “Tire of Tomorrow” Engineering Competition

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ur engineering students proved their mettle on a large scale this spring by sweeping every prize in the competitive and prestigious “Tire of Tomorrow” competition sponsored by Goodyear Tire & Rubber Co. during its 14th Annual Engineering Career Day! The team surpassed 150 other schools and won best video presentation, best STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math) challenge, best participation and overall

used for engineering camps led by current students for young, future Jaguar engineers!

When considering a futuristic tire, the Jaguar team, composed of 46 engineering students, was asked to place themselves in the world of 2230: • How are people moving from place to place?

• Have cars, minivans and SUVs evolved to meet the needs of travelers in 2230?

• Do people even travel on roadways anymore?

With those parameters, students had to consider a world with different types of roadways – maybe even unpaved landscapes that would be potentially unnavigable during bad weather.

“The students looked to nature for inspiration and realized that the

The winning ‘KomodoTrac’ team.

L-R: Sarah Dever ’17 and Olivia Battistoni ’17.

L-R: MiaBella Callari ’17 and Daria Pahoresky ’17.

winner at the event, held at The University of Akron. In one of the most exciting moments of the day, the students received the top prize for creating the concept of a tire that will potentially fulfill the needs of future generations – garnering $7,500 that will be

Komodo dragon also navigates rough wet terrain,” said Science Teacher Mary Ellen Foley Scott ’76. “They named their new product a ‘KomodoTrac’ tire.”

“At Goodyear, our most valuable asset is the talent and skill sets of our people,” says Interim Chief Technical Officer Joe Zekoski about the competition. “This event reflects Goodyear’s commitment to making STEM education accessible and exciting.”

“The students from all the engineering classes, led by some fantastic seniors, came together to create a terrific project. I am so proud of them for all that they achieved,” shared Mrs. Scott.

The engineering students spent about

three weeks working on the project, organizing an 8-minute video, creating sample, small-scale prototypes with our 3-D printer and preparing a presentation explaining their concept.

More than 2,000 students attended the Goodyear engineering event, which also included interaction with representatives from more than 50 companies, universities and civic organizations. Activities included a college and career fair, and engineers sharing information about their jobs, experiences and love of engineering.

“The hands-on learning of this project is what made it fun and different from other school projects,” shared Katie Basalla ’14.

The link to the video students created to showcase their design is: https://www. youtube.com/watch?v=uYq1KUIq3Z0&feat ure=youtu.be.

Future Engineers Accepted to Top Universities Eight seniors are moving on to top engineering schools in the fall! They posed on the Academy steps on ‘National Decision Day’ in May. The students are L-R (back row): Greta Burry, The University of Akron and Alison Rogozinski, Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology. L-R (front row): Vivian Kellicker, Cleveland State University; Sydney Tenaglia, Case Western Reserve University; Erica Uhler, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute; Lakendria Powell, Kent State University; and Elizabeth Millar, Rochester Institute of Technology. They are joined by math teacher John Lesko and science teacher Mary Ellen Foley Scott ’76. Go Jaguars!

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Health Sciences Honors Program

to Challenge, Nurture Students Interested in Being Future Health

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ary Hyland ’17 has always been fascinated by medicine and helping those in-need. That is why she was one of the first students to request participation in SJA’s innovative three-year Health Sciences Honors Program, which starts in this upcoming 2014-15 school year.

“I know this program is my opportunity to serve and get hands-on experience in the medical profession,” shared Mary. “I have been interested in nursing and internal medicine since I was very young. This program will be an incredible opportunity to pursue these interests and maybe get an academic advantage once I move on to college.”

Mary’s enthusiasm for participating in the new Health Sciences Honors Program is catching. Excitement is building around the program, which was initiated in response to an increased national need for health sciences professionals and rising student interest in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math) careers. Details of the program were announced in April during the 7th Annual Women’s Leadership Symposium.

“The goals of the program are specific, challenging and demanding,” shared Mr. Sutliff. “Which means to say … this is a very exciting time to be a Saint Joseph Academy

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student interested in the health sciences!”

Specifically, the Health Sciences Honors program will guide and inspire students interested in healthcare careers ranging from physicians, nurses, biomedical engineers, pharmacists, occupational and physical therapists and everything in between. The program will integrate and leverage the rich resources available in Northeast Ohio, home to the internationally renowned Cleveland Clinic, University Hospitals and healthcare experts.

“Importantly, the Health Sciences Honors Program is more than just an academic initiative,” shared Mr. Sutliff. “It incorporates the ‘serving the dear neighbor’ calling from our sponsoring Sisters from the Congregation of St. Joseph. It will require students to perform service learning hours in a reflective and empathetic manner that will develop and nurture compassion.”

Students aren’t the only ones interested in the new honors program. Alumnae and others in the medical community also have taken note of the program’s goals, and are actively participating to ensure its success.

“This program will foster student confidence, spark interest and develop reassurance,” said Dr. Debbie Ghazoul-Mills ’79, (shown in photo, left) Medical Director, Cleveland Clinic Westlake Community Pediatrics, and mother of Caroline Mills ’14 and Alexandra Mills ’13. “Nurturing this type of development will prepare SJA grads to face the ever-changing challenges in healthcare in the 21st century.” As evidence of her commitment to the program, Dr. Mills is a member of the Health Sciences Honors Program Advisory Board, assisting in the program’s application and community outreach.

“SJA encouraged not only my academic development, but my capacity for empathy

and love of service. Inspired by the SJA community, my passion in public health is working with vulnerable populations, from children with physical disabilities to homeless families to cancer patients. The technical foundation I received prepared me for my career and nurtured my belief that I can contribute to improving lives,” said Maureen Clark ’05, who graduated in May with a Master of Public Health from Emory University, after receiving her Bachelor of Science from the University of Notre Dame in 2009. In July, she started a new job at the National Cancer Institute, a division of the National Institutes of Health. She is designated as a STEM fellow.

“An SJA course on the Vietnam Holocaust was the first time I found a passion behind an academic interest,” shared Liz Looney ’02, currently at Northeast Ohio Medical University, set to graduate in 2016 as primary care doctor. “I found a new kind of drive, one driven by passion. Once you feel that kind of passion, you don’t want to settle for less. That experience helped me focus my college choices, and ultimately my career choice to serve those with the greatest need. I was ‘incubating’ at SJA. Though I didn’t know it at the time, the Academy left me with important values that I will never outgrow - humility, deep caring for people of all walks of life, and an innate confidence in my abilities.”

Colleen Gallagher Thomas, Capt. NC USN, ’82, is Head of Programs for Nursing Excellence at National Naval Medical Center. “The numerous areas of study in

h Care Professionals the Saint Joseph Academy Health Sciences program provide both incredible career opportunities and the opportunity to serve others as well,” she shared. “Any of these areas of expertise can be applicable on a global scale, as well as just outside your back door. That includes pathways to nursing, medicine, nutrition, physical therapy, research, or environmental health.”

“According to national statistics, 559,000 new health care jobs have been added to the marketplace since 2007. It’s obvious that careers in the health sciences will be booming for many years to come,” stated Mr. Sutliff. “Saint Joseph Academy is providing paths for its students to take advantage of both their career dreams and marketplace demands.”

“We are fortunate to have access to the resources of a medicalrich region, but also to be able to tap into the resource of Saint Joseph Academy alumnae and friends who excel in health sciences careers, many of whom will be generously providing opportunities for our current students,” shared President Mary Ann Corrigan-Davis ’71. “The new Health Sciences Honors Program builds on already rigorous academic honors and advanced placement courses available to students. We want to challenge students out of the ‘box’ of a classroom and into a community full of resources and challenges of its own.”

Join Us!

With graduates such as Ms. Clark, Capt.

Gallagher, Ms. Looney and Dr. GhazoulMills and others as their inspiration, students will have increased confidence in their own ability to reach for their dreams.

PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS COURSE OF STUDY - Completion of rigorous honors and AP Course work on either a Purple or Gold pathway, with a 3.7 Cumulative GPA for the Purple Pathway or a 3.0 Cumulative GPA for the Gold Pathway. Courses include Biology, Anatomy and Physiology (combined course) and Chemistry.

HPAC (Health Professionals Affinity Community) - Students must take part in the HPAC student group on campus and meet the club requirements.

SERVICE LEARNING - Intentionally completing Service Learning hours in a reflective process that develops empathy, communication skills, critical thinking, responsibility, self-confidence, willingness to meet new people and experience new environments/communities.

Sophomore Hue Tran joins fellow sophomore Mary Hyland as a member of the inaugural program. “I am interested in psychology and I think this program will really help me achieve my dreams for a medical career,” shared Hue. “We are excited at the potential of our new Health Sciences Honors Program,” said Mr. Sutliff. “It will provide the young women of Saint Joseph Academy with the tools to be successful, compassionate health care leaders in the 21st century.”

ONLINE PORTFOLIO - Maintain and complete an online portfolio documenting and reflecting on program requirements.

CLINICAL HOURS - Completion of required number of clinical/internship hours based on chosen Health Sciences Pathway.

We know that there are countless accomplished alumnae serving in the health sciences like Dr. Debbie, Maureen, Capt. Colleen and Liz mentioned in this article. We would love to hear your stories and build a network of resources for students and alumnae. Please visit sja1890.org/newsupdate to share your story and add your contact information to the health sciences alumnae directory.

CAPSTONE PRESENTATION - Presentation to panel that reflects on learning, growth and future plans.

For specifics on the Health Sciences Honors Program requirements, please visit www.sja1890.org/healthsciences.

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ALUMNAE SPOTLIGHT:

Alumnae Live Life of Service As we launch our new Health Sciences Honors Program, we recognize the examples of our many graduates who are successful and inspirational leaders in healthcare. All across the nation – and far beyond these borders – SJA graduates are helping make the world a little better through their compassionate participation in nursing, missionary work, medical facilities and other aspects of health care. Here are just three examples of recent graduates who are “serving the dear neighbor.”

Emma Cleary ’09

Bethany Davis ’10 Bethany Davis dreamed of being a doctor her whole life. To make that happen, she had a plan – one that is already well on its way to fruition. Bethany entered a six-year accelerated B.S./M.D. program through Northeast Ohio Medical University (NEOMED) after graduating from SJA. She earned a pre-med Bachelor degree from the University of Akron in two years and this spring, she finished her second year at NEOMED, which is located in Rootstown, Ohio. She will graduate in 2016.

“I chose the medical field because I have a passion for helping others,” Bethany says.

Her passion for her chosen profession extends beyond classrooms and hospitals.

Last summer, she continued “serving the dear neighbor” by spending three weeks working in a health clinic in a remote village in Kenya. She worked with the Bonyo’s Kenya Mission, a non-profit started by Dr. Benson Bonyo, an Akronarea physician who grew up in the Kenyan

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village, but came to the United States for his undergraduate and medical education.

He later built the clinic, and routinely travels there with volunteers. Many of the patients – farmers, teachers, seamstresses and students from the surrounding areas – had never even been to a doctor. They arrived with laundry lists of ailments, and left thankful for the care Bethany and her colleagues provided.

“Being able to alleviate the pain or suffering of someone who desperately needed it was a feeling I will never forget,” shared Bethany.

This summer, she is heading to Ecuador to do work with Medical Ministries International. In addition to being a physician, one of her life goals is to do mission work in as many countries as possible during her time off.

Although she started high school with a predisposition toward helping people, Bethany found the emphasis on service at SJA deeply appealing. “I’m so grateful to SJA for showing me how fulfilling it is to serve others,” she says.

Bethany also appreciates how well SJA prepared her for the rigors of college and medical school. She discovered the wonders of the human body in Science Teacher Fred Kieser’s anatomy and physiology class, and credits Math Teacher John Lesko’s high standards in calculus and engineering with helping her earn A’s in her college science and math courses.

“I think medicine is one of the greatest professions, but it’s not for everyone. For those who are interested, though, I would encourage them to rise to the challenge, not fear it,” Bethany advises.

Emma Cleary’s first job proved to be more than a teenage rite of passage. It was a career-defining experience.

When she was 16, Emma was hired to serve food at a nursing home. That job

led to her being hired as a nurse’s aide – an experience she believes taught her invaluable lessons about compassion, service and human dignity and respect. “I fell in love with taking care of people, connecting with them, trying to make their day better,” she recalls.

Emma made the decision to become a nurse and entered Case Western Reserve University’s School of Nursing, graduating in 2012. She is currently attending Yale University to earn a Master of Science in Nursing, with the goal of becoming a family nurse practitioner.

Working as a nurse in developing

Through Health Sciences Sarah Ginty ’08 countries through mission trips arranged by local parishes and organizations like Mission Possible and MedWish International prompted Emma to pursue graduate work.

She has traveled overseas four of the last five years, visiting the Dominican Republic, Nicaragua and El Salvador (she is second from right in the picture). The trips ranged from two to six weeks and made Emma realize that while registered nurses have the ability to treat illness, advanced practice nurses have the capacity to do so much more.

“Saint Joseph Academy gave me the opportunity to engage in social justice pursuits and learn the fundamental differences between enabling and empowering people,” she shared.

SJA also provided a solid foundation for her post-secondary academic success. For example, the in-depth knowledge of anatomy and physiology learned from Science Teacher Fred Kieser in his honors class prepared Emma very well for the same class at CWRU. “We even used the same textbook,” she says.

Emma is pleased that the new Health Sciences Honors Program beginning this September at SJA will expose students to the wide range of career options available in health care, particularly those outside of the traditional roles of physician and nurse.

Emma, sister of Grace Cleary ’04 and Ellen Cleary ’06, is working as a registered nurse at Yale Health Center while attending graduate school. She also volunteers at the Haven Free Clinic, a collaborative effort by medical, nurse practitioner and physician associate students to provide free health care in low-income areas. In addition, she participates in an annual medical mission trip to El Salvador with St. Dominic Church in Cleveland.

“If I can inspire other nurses to empower themselves, their patients and our profession, it will not only be my greatest contribution to advanced practice nursing, but a contribution to the thousands of people whose reality has been forever changed,” Emma says.

Sarah Ginty took both personal and professional goals into consideration when choosing her career. She wanted to do fulfilling work, but also wanted flexibility.

Becoming a pharmacist, with an eventual move into corporate management, seemed the perfect fit. It capitalized on her love for math and science, and satisfied her passion for leadership, interaction with people and helping those in need.

Sarah graduated from Ohio Northern University this past spring with a Doctorate in Pharmacy and a double major in Communication Studies. She currently works at a CVS pharmacy near Nashville, Tenn., having interned with the chain for four years before graduating.

“This field has endless opportunities,” says Sarah. For example, she shared, pharmacists can be managers, can go on to medical school, or teach. They can practice in a variety of places, including hospital pharmacies, intensive care units, hospital floors, long-term care facilities, nursing homes, hospice facilities, nuclear medicine clinics and telepharmacy clinics in rural areas.

In fact, while in pharmacy school, Sarah traveled to several different “practice sites,” including a Sioux Reservation in South Dakota and a hospital pharmacy at Elmendorf Air Force Base in Anchorage, Alaska. The experiences not only expanded her skill set, but taught her much about the importance of service within the Native American culture and within a close-knit military community.

On the Sioux Reservation, she checked elementary school-age children for diabetes, a disease commonly found in this population.

She also distributed medications to elder tribe members, including the Chief, as well as newborn babies. "In Lower Brule on the Sioux Reservation, I went to the elementary school where I checked A1cs (test that helps determine if a patient has diabetes) for kids in kindergarten and first grade that fell in the 85th percentile or higher for height and weight. I got to appreciate the patience it took to get a child to the point where he or

she would trust me enough to let me poke him or her."

On the air force base, Sarah participated in a variety of pharmaceutical activities, including working with children visiting the hospital for vaccinations, well check visits and conducting discharge counseling for new mothers leaving the hospital with their new babies.

“SJA prepared me very well for college and my future career,” she shared.

For example, said Sarah, the advanced curriculum of Science Teacher Fred Kieser’s anatomy and physiology class was the same as her college anatomy and histology class.

Sarah also greatly benefitted, she said, by helping with the tutoring program provided by Learning Advancement Services teacher Mary Charlton Laco ’74. Sarah tutored in multiple subjects and gained confidence in her ability to take complex information and communicate it in a way that people could understand – a skill she employs regularly in her job.

“I have to convey medical information to patients who have little to no understanding of medicine,” she explains.

Sarah, sister of Emily Ginty ’12, is enthusiastic about SJA’s new Health Sciences Honors Program. “Health care is open to fresh ideas and new ways of doing things,” she says.

“Work hard, dream and be adaptable.”

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PRINCIPAL’S CORNER

Health Sciences Program Will Foster Empathy, Compassion

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fter a year of planning and preparation, we are thrilled about the launch of our new Health Sciences Honors Program under the leadership of Science Teacher Fred Kieser. Already, 42 students have made a commitment to the program and we expect that it will continue to grow.

We know this honors program will be inspirational and challenging, but we also know our students are up to the task.

From the start, we were committed to designing a program based on a rigorous course of study in science, as well as experience in the field. In designing the program, we benefitted from the insights of alumnae, community partners, parents and students. Two themes emerged through these conversations and shaped the design of our program. First, we learned that we needed to design an inclusive program in order to

accommodate the wide range of career opportunities available in the health care industry. In the words of Dr. Fredrick Frost, P’10 & ’15, “We have 33,000 full-time equivalent employees in the Cleveland Clinic Health System; only 3,000 are doctors. The other 30,000 work in jobs suited for people who exhibit an enormous range of talents and interests.” As a result, our program includes a Purple Pathway for students interested in a course of study that extends past college toward a doctoral degree, as well as a Gold Pathway for students interested in a health sciences career that begins right after college graduation. Each pathway includes a course of study that requires students to challenge themselves academically, but we embraced the idea that our students are called to serve in different ways.

The second theme that emerged was the need to intentionally foster the development of empathy and compassion through the program. Science classes will provide essential technical knowledge, but as medical science continues to evolve and change, the need for compassionate

caregivers will endure. The Gospel teaches us that Jesus healed the sick through the power of his love for them and his ability to express that love through His words and actions. In the tradition of the Congregation of St. Joseph, our students will also grow in their capacity to “serve the dear neighbor” by integrating a program of experiential learning in the field based on a service learning model. Through these field experiences, a program participant will combine Christian service with reflection in order to develop her heart as well as her mind. In addition, a strong foundation in the Humanities will further develop communication and collaboration skills, critical thinking and self-confidence.

The launch of the Health Sciences Honors Program is a wonderful testimony to the relationships that inspire and advance the mission of Saint Joseph Academy.

We look forward to strengthening and deepening these relationships as we continue to develop and grow the program.

– Jeff Sutliff

Students, SJA Community Rally to Provide Books for School in Mississippi “Serving the dear neighbor” is a not a philosophy that ends when Jaguars graduate. It is a lifelong calling that lives on. This was never more obvious than when the SJA community responded this spring to a call for assistance from Emily Tennant ’09.

Emily, a 2013 graduate of The Ohio State University, currently teaches 9th grade English in Greenwood, Miss., through the Teach for America Program. The Teach for America’s mission is to “provide an excellent education for children in lowincome communities.”

“Unfortunately, we have a crisis – a book crisis,” shared Emily in a letter to SJA. “In low-income neighborhoods, the ratio of books to children is an astounding 1 to 300.”

Emily asked that SJA students help her build a library for her impoverished students. Within days, the SJA Book Club and Academic Jaguar Club, with the help of Nazareth Library Chair Becky

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Synk, organized a drive and collected $500 and 150 books! The drive was held in conjunction with National Library Week events.

One of Emily’s classmates also responded to the mission of Teach for America Madie Szaller ’09 works at Catalyst-Maria High School in Chicago through Teach for America, after graduating Summa Cum Laude from the University of Dayton.

She is working on her Master in Special Education at National Louis University.

Congratulations to both young women for living a life of compassionate leadership!

Emily Tennant ’09 with two of her students.

“Coming back to SJA made me realize how privileged I was to go to such a high quality high school, and it made me so proud to be a graduate,” shared Emily Tennant ‘09. “The lessons I have learned from SJA, explicitly and implicitly, have shaped my pedagogy as a teacher and I will be forever grateful for my alma mater.“

Cleveland Clinic Executive, Women Leaders Share Advice at 7th Annual Women’s Leadership Symposium

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t is important to look at leadership with three key points in mind. Leadership comes from social influence and the empowering of others. Results are realized through the entire team, as success depends on the followers just as much as the leader.

Finally, leadership is focused on a goal or a

address, students were able to benefit from the life experiences of nearly 50 professional women who participated in Career Breakout Sessions. The women represented careers as varied as doctors, nurses, midwives, allied health professionals, accountants, entrepreneurs, educators, bankers, scientists,

Cleveland Clinic Executive Mrs. K. Kelly Hancock, keynote speaker and mother of Amanda Hancock ’17.

Dr. Deanna Dahl-Grove, mother of Annie Grove ’14, is a physician of Pediatric Emergency Medicine at Rainbow Babies and Children's Hospital – University Hospitals.

vision, with everyone working together to achieve success.”

Those were the key points in April from award-winning and nationally respected health care leader K. Kelly Hancock, MSN, RN, NE-BC, the Cleveland Clinic’s Executive Chief Nursing Officer. Mrs. Hancock was the keynote speaker at the 7th Annual Women’s Leadership Symposium.

The daylong symposium provided students with “real world” advice from females in such professions as medicine, law, engineering, science, finance and philanthropy. Mrs. Hancock is the mother of Amanda Hancock ’17.

“You are at a point in your lives where potential is abundant,” Mrs. Hancock shared with the students. “You can all be highly successful leaders, if that is the path you choose.”

Coinciding with the theme of the Women’s Leadership Symposium, the Health Sciences Honors Program, starting in the 2014-15 academic year, was also announced.

(See story on Page 4 of this magazine.)

In addition to Mrs. Hancock’s keynote

marketing experts and professional artists.

A panel discussion titled “Leadership in Action: Health Sciences” was also held as part of the Women’s Leadership Symposium, providing students with “big picture” advice as they approach college and careers.

Panel participants were: Cherie Van Uum

Friedman ’80, owner of Friedman Search Group, LLC, Dr. Debbie Ghazoul-Mills ’79 (mother of Alex Mills ’13, and Caroline Mills ’14), Medical Director, Cleveland Clinic Westlake Pediatrics, and Cheryl Hagan O’Malley ’77, MSN, BA, RN, CMSRN, Vice President of Patient Services and Chief Nursing Officer, St. John Medical Center.

“With any career, you look for role models,” shared Dr. Ghazoul-Mills. “Mine were my parents, who shared an incredible work ethic and faith in God. Let your faith be your inspiration and help in no matter what career you pursue.”

Ms. Joy Sedlock, MS, CMN, a midwife and faculty member at Case Western Reserve University.

She is the mother of Brynne Naughton ’16.

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Faculty Members Honored with Top Awards

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wo faculty members received special recognition from their peers at the 2014 Honors Convocation for their dedication to the school and commitment to the mission and teachings of Saint Joseph Academy and the Sisters of the Congregation of St. Joseph.

Lisa Gregorski

Maureen Becker

Science teacher Maureen Becker received the Sister Edith Frantz, CSJ Award, given annually to a faculty member whose actions have dramatically influenced the life of the school community in a positive way. Mrs. Becker, mother of recent graduate Caroline Becker ’14 and Therese Becker ’12 (See our cover photo!), has truly acted on the Generous Promise by the Congregation of St. Joseph to “heal and renew the face of the Earth.” Over the years, she has shared her love and knowledge of nature and its wonders through her Environmental Science classes and field trips. Her one-on-

one empathy with students and willingness to help coworkers whenever needed made her a natural fit for the Sister Edith Frantz award. Mrs. Becker has been a science teacher for more than 20 years, the last four at SJA. She helps coordinate the Science Olympiad Competition and assists with the Science Club and Gardening Club.

“It is an honor and a privilege to work with such a dedicated faculty and staff,” shared Mrs. Becker. “The students are awesome! SJA is a very special place.”

Intervention Specialist Lisa Gregorski was honored with the Sursum Corda Award, bestowed on a faculty member who lives a life that exemplifies the Saint Joseph Academy mission and the ideal of the Congregation of St. Joseph of “building unifying relationships.” The award is generously funded by the Schroer Family Foundation. Mrs. Gregorski has taught at SJA for six years and has been an educator for 22 years. She consistently shows kindness and compassion while assisting students who need a little more assistance to reach their full potential, bringing together teachers, students and parents to ensure success.

“We work to provide a support system for students,” she shared. “It is my passion and my joy.”

Congratulations to both Mrs. Becker and Mrs. Gregorski!

Students, Faculty and Staff Get Delicious Surprise!

Every student and the faculty and staff received a delicious treat the last week of school in gratitude for a fabulous year of hard work and dedication – cupcakes! Sweet! The Mobile Cupcakery, a cupcake food truck, paid a special visit to the school.

The cupcakes came as a total surprise ... kept secret until the truck literally arrived in St. Joseph Circle.

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Manuszak Named Athletic Director Saint Joseph Academy named John Manuszak as its athletic director, effective July 1. Mr. Manuszak will oversee the athletic department, which is in the midst of one of its most successful periods in recent history. Despite spending the last six years living and working in Colorado, Mr. Manuszak considers Northeast Ohio home. He spent five seasons coaching at the high school level in Colorado, two years with boys soccer and three years with girls tennis. He was also a marketing teacher at Loveland High School in Colorado for three years. Prior to that, he worked as the assistant athletic director for media relations at Colorado State University.

Before moving to Colorado, Mr. Manuszak spent six years working as the basketball communications manager for the NBA Cleveland Cavaliers.

He graduated from Saint Thomas Aquinas High School in Louisville, Ohio, and earned his Bachelor of Arts in communications from John Carroll University. In addition, he has a Master of Education with honors from Regis University, the Jesuit-sponsored college in Denver.

Currently, SJA has 11 varsity sports: basketball, crew, cross country, golf, rugby, soccer, softball, swimming & diving, tennis, track & field and volleyball.

Mr. Manuszak and his wife Kelly, who grew up in Warren, Ohio, have a 4-year old daughter Emerson and 18-month-old son Griffin. We warmly welcome him to the Jaguars!

Spring Performance of ‘Little Women’ Drew Praise

Paws For Pride Day Celebrates School Spirit, Jaguar Camaraderie!

The spring presentation of the classic “Little Women” drew praise from crowds impressed with the emotional telling of the story about a family overcoming adversity, as well as a set worthy of any Broadway production!

“One and all, the actors and stage crew were wonderful,” shared director Anne Chriszt.

The ensemble cast included Grace Davis ’17 as Meg; Karianne Stanton ’14 as Jo; Nora Bonifas ’15 (daughter of Maureen Murphy Bonifas ’81 and sister of Mary Rose Bonifas ’15) as Beth; Laurel Slawinski ’17 as Amy; Marley Yarian ’14 as Marmee; Molly Walsh ’15 (daughter of Ann Posendek Walsh ’80) as Aunt March; and Julia Ford ’17 as Hannah. Students from Saint Ignatius and St. Edward high schools rounded out the rest of the cast. Erin Wiemels ’14 was the student director. The sets, created through hundreds of hours by students, and the crew also drew praise. Thanks to Angela Detrick ’98 and Kate Valentino ’08 for all their hard work guiding students on the set, technical direction and behind-the-scenes work. A special “shout out” goes to the amazing crew of SJA students who made the make-believe world of the Marches come to life! Bravo!

Paws For Pride Day was celebrated on Friday, May 2. What does that mean? Lots of cheering, games, friendly (but intense) competition and, of course, rewarding a year’s worth of effort to earn Paws for Pride points. And the overall Paws for Pride winner for the 2013-2014 academic year was ... the Senior class!!

Prom 2014: A Night to Remember More than 125 seniors and their dates celebrated that rite of spring, the senior prom, on May 18.

After first gathering at SJA for pictures - something parents certainly appreciated – students and their dates traveled to Windows on the River for an evening of dancing and friendship.

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Congratulations, Class of 2014!

The sun casts long shadows during the ‘Walk of the Roses.’

(Joshua Gunter/ The Plain Dealer/Landov)

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he 145 members of the Class of 2014 experienced both happiness and nostalgia-tinged sadness on Tuesday, June 3, as they graduated and began their new life as SJA alumnae! The evening began with the “Walk of the Roses” from SJA to Our Lady of Angels Church, a tradition begun in 1942. They were led by President Mary Ann Corrigan-Davis ’71 and the Commencement speaker, Rebecca Dessoffy Bennett ’91, shareholder at the law firm of Ogletree, Deakins.

“You may not realize it, but Rebecca Dessoffy Bennett ’91 each of you has a bright light glowing inside of you,” shared Mrs. Bennett. “This light is loving and kind. Listen to it. It will guide you. It will always be there for you. Maya Angelou spoke of this inner light in her last tweet to the world.

She tweeted: ‘Listen to yourself, and in that quietude,

you might hear the voice of God.’ All of us today – your parents, family, teachers, your Jaguar sisterhood – are so proud of you. Be proud of being a Jaguar.”

After the conferring of the diplomas, the class first performed “Joseph Father,” then faced each other and concluded the ceremony with a moving rendition of “The Lord Bless You and Keep You.” Congratulations, Class of 2014. Always keep SJA in your heart – and keep in touch!

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College Acceptances, Class of 2014 Albion College Allegheny College Arizona State University Ashland University Baldwin Wallace University Barry University Beloit College Boston College Boston University Bowling Green State University Bryant and Stratton College Butler University

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California College of the Arts (San Francisco) Capital University Carnegie Mellon University Carroll University Case Western Reserve University Cleveland Institute of Art Cleveland State University Cornell University Cuyahoga Community College Denison University DePaul University

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DePauw University Duquesne University East Stroudsburg University Eastern Michigan University Edinboro University Emerson College Fordham University Heidelberg University Hillsdale College Hiram College Hofstra University Indiana Institute of Technology

Indiana University Ithaca College John Carroll University Kent State University King’s College Lake Forest College LeMoyne College Lorain County Community College Loyola University Chicago Loyola University Maryland Loyola University New Orleans Marietta College

Marist College Marquette University Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts Mercyhurst University Miami University Michigan State University Mount Aloysius College Muskingum University New York University Niagara University Northeastern University Northland College

Valadictorian, Salutatorian and Phi Beta Kappa: Sara Hurley, Valedictorian Academic Accomplishments: National Merit Finalist and Scholarship Winner; Perfect 36 ACT Score; High Honors; AP Scholar with Honor; Outstanding Student Award in 14 classes; 4-year student award in math and English; Academic Excellence, Cross Country, 4 years, Basketball first 2 years, Track & Field, last 2 years.

Clubs: ECOS (Environmental Concern For Others), (4 years); Junior States of America (4 years, president); National Honor Society (1 year, president); Academy Ambassadors (4 years); Latin Club (4 years); Ski and Snowboard Club (1 year); Chess Club (2 years); Peer Tutor (4 years); Cross Country (4 years); Track & Field (junior and senior years); Basketball (freshman and sophomore years).

Alumnae Connections: Sister of Kara Hurley, Valedictorian for the Class of 2012.

Sara will be attending Fordham University and is majoring in biology and physics.

Emily Rouse, Salutatorian Academic Accomplishments: National Merit Finalist; High Honors; Outstanding Student Award in 5 classes; 4-year student award in science and Latin; Academic Excellence in tennis, 4 seasons Clubs: Junior State of America (2 years, officer); National Honor Society (1 year, historian); Academy Ambassadors (4 years, Executive Board 1 year); Latin Club (4 years, vice president); Peer Tutor (2 years); Ultimate Fan Club (4 years); Retreat Leader (2 years); Tennis (4 years).

Alumnae Connections: Daughter of Colleen Lang Rouse ’81, sister of Charlotte ’15 Emily will be attending The Ohio State University and is majoring in accounting.

Caroline Mills, Phi Beta Kappa and Outstanding Student Award Academic Accomplishments: High Honors; Outstanding Student Awards in 2 classes; 4-year student award in Theology; Academic Excellence (1 year Basketball, 2 years Volleyball); President’s Award for Educational Excellence; (non-SJA) Epidemiology Case Study Second Place at LeadAmerica Medicine and Healthcare Conference.

Clubs: Class of 2014 Leadership Team (4 years); Academy Ambassadors (4 years, 1 year Executive Board); National Honor Society; Catholic Schools for Peace and Justice (2 years, VP at SJA and student leader for the 21 high schools in the Cleveland Diocese); Key Club (4 years); Assertiveness Training Team (3 years); Spanish Club (2 years); volleyball (1 freshman, 1 JV), basketball (1 freshman), crew (1 novice).

Alumnae Connections: Daughter of Dr. Deborah Ghazoul-Mills ’79 and sister of Alexandra Mills ’13. Tenth “Ghazoul Girl” to attend Saint Joseph Academy.

Caroline will be attending Denison University, exploring pre-med or pre-law.

The Class of 2014 Earns $14.7 Million in Merit Scholarships We salute the accomplishments of all the young women of the Class of 2014.

• Earned more than $14.7 million in merit-based scholarships.

• Accepted to 119 colleges and universities nationwide.

• 98 percent going on to college.

• Two National Merit Scholars and one Commended Scholar.

• Two National Scholastic Art & Writing Competition winners.

• 35 National Honor Society members.

• 43 Ohio Honors Diploma recipients.

Ohio Northern University Ohio University Oklahoma State University Otterbein University Parsons The New School for Design Pennsylvania State University Pratt Institute Purdue University Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute Rhode Island School of Design Rochester Institute of Technology Roosevelt University

Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology Saint Louis University Saint Mary’s College Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College San Francisco Art Institute Savannah College of Art and Design School of the Art Institute of Chicago School of the Museum of Fine Arts Shawnee State University Siena Heights University Slippery Rock University St. John Fisher College

Stevenson University SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry The Catholic University of America The College of Wooster The Ohio State University The University of Akron The University of Findlay The University of Iowa Thiel College Tufts University University of Cincinnati

University of Colorado University of Dayton University of Kentucky University of Michigan University of Mount Union University of Nevada, Las Vegas University of New England University of Pittsburgh University of Rhode Island University of Toledo University of Virginia University of Wisconsin – Madison

Ursuline College Walsh University Warren Wilson College Washington and Jefferson College Washington University in St. Louis Wayne State University West Virginia University Westminster College Wheeling Jesuit University Wittenburg University Xavier University Youngstown State University

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Trips to Ireland, England and Spain Departing last March from a particularly stark and cold Cleveland, 64 students and their chaperones had adventures of a lifetime – and some sunshine! – in Ireland, England and Spain. They were able to explore and experience first-hand the history and beauty of the countries they knew from TV, books - and World Languages studies.

Ireland, England, Wales Forty students made the trek “across the pond” to embrace the history and beauty of Ireland and England. In the course of the 8-day trip, the group was able to take in the beauty of cathedrals, experience the gripping power of a bog, spend a day on a farm, and explore the wonders of London, including the Changing of the Guard at Buckingham Palace and some Harry Potter sites!

Their adventure began in Dublin, visiting St. Patrick’s Cathedral, an Anglican church, and the Old Library at Trinity College, which houses the amazingly artistic and beautiful Book of Kells.

“On that first full day, we took a driving tour of Dublin that really showed us the diversity of Ireland’s architecture, as well as public parks and monuments,” shared Gwen Jones ’15. “Even though it was just the first day of what proved to be an

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incredible trip, we already knew that Ireland was an amazing country.”

One of the more interesting outings, according to the students, was a visit to the countryside and a working farm called Causey Farm, located about 40 miles outside of Dublin.

“We were fortunate while in Ireland to meet up with Veronica Colborn ’12, who was studying abroad from the University of Dayton,” shared Dean of Women Marie Ciolek, a chaperone on the trip. “She rode a bus for an hour to visit. It was great to hear her stories and experiences and how SJA has helped prepare her in her studies abroad.”

Leaving Ireland, students traveled

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to their new home-base, Croyton, a suburb of London.

Some of the highlights of the days spent in England included a visit to Anne Hathaway’s cottage and Shakespeare’s birthplace, Leicester, Picadilly Square, the Tower of London, Tower Bridge and Big

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Opened Up World of Experiences Seville

Ben. After a day touring Stonehenge and the city of Bath, the students were tired but grateful to see history come alive in two ancient lands.

“It’s so important for students to experience different cultures,” shared chaperone and Latin Teacher Jared Polish.

“Everything they’ve learned in the classroom – history, architecture, religion – comes to life on trips such as these. This trip to England and Ireland was a wonderful, life-changing experience the students will remember for a very long time.”

Spain

In another part of Europe, 24 students arrived in Barcelona, Spain, excited to say Hola! to all the country’s wonders. Students began the trip visiting La Sagrada Familia church, started in 1882 by the architect Gaudi – and still under construction! The church holds a special place in the hearts of SJA students – it has the phrase “Sursum corda” carved on its walls – lift up your hearts in Spain! Other popular Barcelona sites included two apartments, also designed

by Guadí: Casa Batlló and Casa Milà. Casa Battló, built from 1904-1906, was designed to look like the dragon slayed by St. George.

A visit to the Montjuïc provided students with amazing views of the National Palace, the Spanish Village and The Olympic Stadium. A bus tour of Madrid offered the opportunity to see many sites at once, but

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the students disembarked for a walk-through of the Grand Palace, which is still used when the royal family receives heads of state.

Chaperones – Spanish Teacher Ethan Saurwein, Nazareth Library Department Chair Rebecca Synk and Assistant Principal Emily Hanson ’99 – took a group to Real Sophia to view the artwork of Picasso, including “Guernica,” a famous painting of the town of Guernica, Spain after it was bombed during World War II. “It was important for the girls to see some of these paintings they studied in person,” shared Mr. Saurwein.

“I learned a great deal from the Spain trip, mostly how I could speak a different language and people actually understood,” shared Roxy Reminick ’16. “When you learn Spanish in a classroom, it can seem almost fictional. However, when you use a language in its country of origin, it is so raw and real, it’s amazing. A moment that hit me the most was at La Sagrada Familia. Being in the cathedral was magical. The amount of work that went into designing and making such an amazing structure was awe-inspiring.

I felt closer to God than ever before. That experience made the rest of the trip that much more exciting. Traveling from city to city and experiencing the culture of Spain was one of the best times of my life.”

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visiting Alcázar (a fortress/castle) built by Muslims and reused by Christians, going to a flamenco dance show, panoramic views of the city of Granada from a road along the Sierra Nevada mountains, and, of course, a visit to the La Alhambra which was a fortress built by the Arabs in 882 as a palace for the sultan and his family.

The last day was spent in the coastal town of Torremolinos, for some relaxing in the sun before the group packed up and returned to Cleveland (and cold weather).

Next year, students will have the opportunity to travel to Italy, China and France. Sursum corda across the globe!

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Spring Sports Crew Competes at Nationals Jaguar Crew completed another successful spring season, capped by multiple boats competing on the national stage. The team began the year 7-2 against local rivals Cleveland Youth Rowing Association (CYRA) and Shaker Heights High School.

The following weekend crew competed in the Lindamood Cup Regatta in Marietta, OH. Eight Jaguar crews took first place honors with an additional four boats finishing either second or third. Behind this strong performance, crew won the team’s first overall Women’s Points Trophy.

The team continued to experience successful racing at the Dillon Lake Invite in Nashport, OH on April 26. First-place finishes were earned in the double sculls, freshman 8+, Novice 4+, and Second Varsity 8+. Both the Varsity 4+ and Junior 4+ earned second place finishes.

At the Midwest Championship, the crew advanced 8 entries to the Grand Finals. The Freshman 8+ (Maggie Sullivan

’17, Molly Miller ’17, Emily Barni ’17, Emily Essi ’17, Anne-Marie Crawmer ’17, MaryGrace Millar ’17, Mary Clare Corrigan ’17, Sophia Leonard ’17 and coxswain Emma Gassman ’17) took second. The Novice 4+ won first place. The Lightweight double of Annie Grove ’14 and Kelsey O’Donnell ’14 (daughter of Megan HurleyO’Donnell N’72) won the team’s first Midwest gold medal for the Varsity squad.

The team finished fourth overall in points at the regatta.

At the Stotesbury Cup Regatta in Philadelphia, the Freshman 8+ finished 5th out of a field of 40. The following weekend, both the Lightweight Double and the Freshman 8+ finished 10th respectively at the Scholastic Rowing Association of America National Championship. Because of their victory at the Midwest Scholastic Championship Regatta, the Lightweight Double of Annie and Kelsey earned an invite to the USRowing Youth National

L-R: Annie Grove ’14, Kelsey O’Donnell ‘14 (daughter of Megan Hurley O'Donnell N’72).

Championship Regatta held in Rancho Cordova, CA. Over the three days of racing, the Jaguars finished 20th in a very competitive field of the country’s finest crews.

Congratulations, Jaguar Crew!

Maddie Zimmerman ’14 earns 12th Varsity Letter!

Spring athletes were recognized at the Spring Sports Banquet at Brennan’s Catering and Banquet Center – including honoring athlete Maddie Zimmerman, who earned an amazing 12 Varsity letters, including four in Cross Country, Swimming & Diving, and Track & Field! Congratulations, Maddie! Also honored were four-year Track & Field letter awardees, (left to right): Gab Leon, Maddie Zimmerman, Becca Sedlak (sister of Rachael Sedlak ’10) and Alesha Vovk.

Congratulations to all the athletes! Go Jaguars!

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Rugby Captures Third State Title in Four Years Varsity rugby showed why it is the premier high school rugby team in the state of Ohio as the Jaguars captured the Ohio High School Division I girls state championship for the third time in four years. The Jaguars were dominant in the title game as they defeated Hudson, 86-7. Jackie Harter ’15 was awarded the game ball and announced as the Maiden of the Match with five tries.

In addition, the Jaguars JV team lost in overtime, 27-24, to Brunswick High School in the Division II state championship match. Due to the size of SJA’s rugby program, the JV team plays in Division II which for other schools, including Brunswick, is their varsity team.

Several members of the team were selected to play on the Ohio Elite Team, including Ali DeCrane ’14 who was selected to the pool of players to be considered for the Youth Olympic Games in China in August. Other members

selected to the Ohio Elite Team include: Alex Strasser ’15, Mary Hirzel ’16, Ali Decrane ’14, Alex Gribble ’16, Tayler Valentine ’15, Erin McGinty ’15, Annie Rolf ’17, Casi Manuszak ’15, Rachael Kean ’16, Ashley Kocian ’15,

Becky Sullivan ’16, Katie Fanta ’15, Mary Therese Beopple ’16, Becky Tent ’15, Erica Uhler ’14 and Veronica Riedel ’15.

Congratulations to the state champions and state runners-up. The future remains extremely bright for Jaguar rugby!

'Winning back-to-back State Championship Titles is the icing on the cake of an undefeated season," shared rugby Coach Jaime "Barnes" Cleary. "These young women truly deserve the title. This won't be the last time you hear great things from Jaguar Rugby as the girls reach for higher goals!"

Track & Field – Regional Champs!

For the first time in school history, the Jaguar track and field team captured the regional track championship in 2014. The team became just the second team in any sport in school history to win a regional team title. The success at the regional meet was preceded by the Jaguars third-straight district title the previous week. Jenea Adams ’15 was named an “All-Ohio” athlete after finishing in the top eight in the state in the 100-meter dash. She became the first Jaguar sprinter to qualify to the state meet in an open sprint event. In addition, Adams led off the 4 x 200 relay team at the state meet and helped the team also finish in the top 8 to achieve “All-Ohio” status. The other three members of the relay team were Gab Leon ’14, Becca Sedlak ’14 (sister of Rachel Sedlak ’10) and Lauren Zawie ’17. In addition to those four athletes, junior thrower Brittany Morrison ’15 (sister of Camille Morrison ’12) qualified Jenea Adams ’15 for both shot put and discus. Alesha Vovk ’14 (1600-meter run) also qualified for the state meet, bringing SJA’s total to six state qualifiers. Alesha was invited to compete in the prestigious Midwest Meet of Champions, in which the best seniors from Ohio, Michigan, and Indiana square off.

Softball The 2014 softball season may be remembered for the the numerous cancellations due to weather, but it also marked the end of the careers of four senior softball players. Meghan Miles, Hannah Finau, Shannon Scaggs and Rachel Chokan all finished their Jaguar careers on the diamond but left a positive impact on the program. Chokan, forced onto the pitching staff because of injuries, picked up her first varsity win against Firelands. Scaggs led the team in hitting with an average of .412.

Mary Caraballo ’15 had a strong season hitting .333 with a slugging percentage of .444. In all, eight varsity games and an entire tournament were cancelled because of the weather but it didn’t dampen the season and the team can use the experiences of this year to look ahead to the 2015 season.

Here is a list of important events and firsts in this year’s season. “It has been a remarkable season – the best ever in SJA history!” shared Science Teacher and Coach Fred Kieser.

• 8 school records were set (more if you take into account that the 100 was broken three times): 100m, 200m, 100m-hurdles, pole vault, shot put, 4 x 100m, 4 x 200m, sprint medley.

• the most events ever qualified to the state meet (6)

• the first qualifiers to the state meet ever in 100m, 200m, and shot put • the first “All-Ohio” athletes in the 100m and 4 x 200m • the 3rd consecutive district team title • the 1st ever regional title (only 2nd sport in SJA history to do this!)

Four Softball players were honored on Senior Night for their dedication and athleticism for SJA. They are, pictured L-R, Meghan Miles, Hannah Finau, Shannon Scaggs and Rachel Chokan.

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Expanding Minds ~ Building Futures ~ Raising Leaders

Be a Part of the Final Four!

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t this time, we are happy to share that we have achieved 96% of our Expanding Minds ~ Building Futures ~ Raising Leaders capital campaign goal and completed two major phases of construction. However, as with any old home, there are a number of final projects on the punch list that need to be addressed.

The needs aren’t flashy, but they are expensive given the size and age of the Academy. We are so appreciative of everyone who has helped so far to turn our vision into a reality for today and tomorrow’s young women.

One time gift

Given quarterly over one year

As an incentive to help us achieve our remaining $254,000 goal, The Fred A. Lennon Charitable Trust has offered a dollar-to-dollar matching gift challenge of up to $25,000 in new pledges.

Please help us achieve the remaining 4% and complete our vision by being a part of the “final four” TODAY. You can make either a one-time gift by indicating capital campaign on the envelope in this issue, or a more meaningful pledge that can be paid over a period of up to 5 years.

Every gift counts!

Quarterly gift total over five years

Given monthly over one year

Monthly gift total over five years

$5 $20 $100 $60 $300

$50 $200 $1,000 $600 $3,000

$500 $2,000 $10,000 $6,000 $30,000

All donors of $10,000 or more have the opportunity to have their name – or the name of a loved one – on the permanent donor wall prominently displayed in the new dining hall. This is a wonderful way to honor or memorialize a loved one; or for a group of sisters to join in honoring their parents for the gift of their SJA education.

We’ll be happy to schedule a tour and a visit at your convenience. To obtain a pledge form to make a recurring gift please contact Vice President of Institutional Advancement Constance S. Sipple, CFRE, at 216.671.0166. The materials can also be found on SJA’s web site by clicking the “Ways to Give” tab at sja1890.org/capitalcampaign.

Together, we can give generations of young women the greatest gift – the gift of a strong and stable Saint Joseph Academy.

Our Vision: To continue to provide a quality education in a technologically sound, safe and healthy environment and ensure the long term sustainability of the Saint Joseph Academy experience for generations to come.

The Realities:

Transforming the 84-yearold undersized cafeteria into an expansive multi-purpose dining hall for camaraderie and collaboration.

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Introducing outdoor learning spaces, The Scholars’ Porch, Howley Terrace and rain garden expanded opportunities for educational programming, outdoor lunches, retreat and reflection.

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Replacing the antiquated steam radiators enhanced our students’ safety and allowed SJA to save almost half of our annual heating expenses during the worst winter in decades.

Upgrading our electrical capacity supported critical safety initiatives. Increasing wireless connectivity and bandwidth upgrades allowed us to provide laptops to all students.

”Earn Your Spots“ Jaguar 5K/1 Mile Walk a Success

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ore than 300 friends, students, staff and avid runners and walkers made the second annual “Earn Your Spots” Jaguar 5K/1 Mile Walk a success on Memorial Day, at the same time raising $4,400 for SJA scholarships! The race, held in wonderful sunshine, was a perfect capstone for a holiday weekend. First across the finish line was Science Teacher and Track & Field/Cross Country Coach Fred Kieser, who came in with a time of 17:01.7 and a pace of a 5:29 mile.

Spring Scholarship Luncheon More than 180 alumnae and friends of Saint Joseph Academy attended the Spring Scholarship Luncheon held on May 7 at the Westwood Country Club. Thanks to Presenting Sponsor Ennis Court and Supporting Sponsors Charles Schwab and The Friedman Search Group, the enthusiastic group ensured that more than $12,000 was added to SJA’s Scholarship fund! Student speaker Liyanna Chandler-Nieves ’14 stressed the importance of the scholarship fund and how SJA has enriched her life, both spiritually and academically.

L-R: Mary Egan N’74 (our Westwood Country Club sponsor), Deidre Rossman ’10 and Karen Lisowski N’74.

Thank you for your generosity to this year’s Annual Fund!

More than two-thirds of our students receive a Saint Joseph Academy education thanks to tuition assistance from our Annual Fund. We want to sincerely thank all of our alumnae, parents and friends, as well as the Congregation of Saint Joseph, for helping us to provide support to these young women. We are deeply appreciative and hope that you will continue to support the Annual Fund in the 2014-15 academic year.

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Memoriam In

Eternal rest grant unto them O, Lord, and let perpetual light shine upon them. May they rest in peace.

Margaret McGinley Armstrong T’40 on the death of her son and Jeannie Armstrong Wiggins ’72 on the death of her brother, James Armstrong.

Gertrude Buchanan Gallagher ’40 on the death of her husband and Margaret “Peggy” Gallagher Doyle ’73 on the death of her father, William Gallagher.

Eileen Gibbons Rose ’42 on the death of her brother, Robert Gibbons.

Jean McGinty Janocha ’43 on the death of her daughter, Jeanann Greco.

Norma McCoy Ferrone ’44 on the death of her husband, Victor Ferrone.

Lucy Brannigan Hoban ’46 on the death of her son and Kathy Hoban Reisner ’70 on the death of her brother, Gregory Hoban.

Sr. Mary Ann Lavelle, CSJ ’46 and Loretta Lavelle Seidl ’50 on the death of their brother, Joe Lavelle.

Mary Margaret Birkbeck O’Donnell ’47 on the death of her husband, Robert O’Donnell.

Betty Lou Schmitz Kmiecik T’47 on the death of her husband and Katherine Kmiecik Schuschu ’82 and Joan Kmiecik ’83 on the death of their father, Frank Kmiecik.

Marjorie O’Donnell Kmieck ’48 and Rosemary O’Donnell Dever ’57 on the death of their sister, Frances O’Donnell Wires ’45.

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Joan Steigerwald ’49 on the death of her brother, Mark Steigerwald.

Nancy Grant Bristow ’50 and Joan Grant Coleman ’50 on the death of their brother, Peter Grant.

Mary Jane Pesta Bartell ’52 on the death of her son and Julie Bartell McGovern ’76 on the death of her brother, Thomas Bartell.

Alice Boyert Sonnier ’53 and Marie Boyert Mueller ’54 on the death of their sister, Bonnie Boyert Calvey N’64.

Sr. Mary Hough, CSJ ’54 and Kathleen Hough Stolar ’60 on the death of their brother, Terrance Hough.

Elaine Hakey Parfitt ’54 on the death of her husband and Clare Parfitt ’83, Therese Parfitt Schwind ’86, and Jennifer Parfitt Hooper ’92 on the death of their father, George Parfitt.

Sr. Therese Zammikiel, PCC ’55 on the death of her brother, Arthur Zammikiel.

Patricia Joyce Hodous ’56 on the death of her husband, Richard Hodous.

Carlotta Pesek Metter ’56 on the death of her mother, Ethel Pesek.

Pavlovich ’62, Paula Mooney Buckingham ’65, and Jean Mooney Sekerak ’67 on the death of their mother, Elizabeth Mooney.

Linda Westerhold Rohr ’67 on the death of her mother and Ruth Foley McNamara ’56 on the death of her sister, Joan Foley Westerhold ’45.

Joanne Chrostowski Buchman ’58 on the death of her husband, Kenneth Buchman.

Mary Ann Holowczak Kaleal N’67, Susan Holowczak Roalofs N’71, and Carolyn Holowczak Clapper N’75 on the death of their father, Steve Holowczak.

Mary Lou Griffin Kistner ’58 on the death of her husband and Laura Kistner Batchelder ’80 on the death of her father, Ronald Kistner.

Donna Lincks Fabian N’61 on the death of her sister, Lavonne Lincks Reiss T’48.

Kathleen Kramer Kinney N’62 on the death of her husband, Wray MacKay. Ruth Ann Reinartz Leslie ’63 on the death of her mother, Ruth Reinartz.

Judith Stadnick Giallanzo ’64 and Diane Stadnick Dzurec ’70 on the death of their mother, Helen Stadnick.

Carol Lisk Jalen N’64 on the death of her mother, E. Marie Lisk.

Elizabeth Giering Pence N’64, Marilyn Giering Duman N’66, and Karen Giering Walsh N’70 on the death of their mother, Jean Giering.

Sheila Rohen Reagan ’56 on the death of her husband, John Reagan.

Lynne Markis Malec ’65, Diane Markis ’72, and Carol Markis ’81 on the death of their mother, Elizabeth Markis.

Maureen Mooney Moore ’57, Patricia Mooney Reichard ’58, Sheila Mooney Heimbinder ’61, Lauren Mooney

Catherine Ughrin Moon N’66 and Margaret Ughrin Ross N’67 on the death of their sister, Mary Ann Ughrin Toth N’64.

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Delores Rondzik Spieth N’67 and Deborah Rondzik Bauer N’70 on the death of their father, Paul Rondzik.

Mary Jo Sua Woodworth ’68 on the death of her husband, Mark Woodworth.

Gloria Blaszak Durgin N’68 on the death of her father, Peter Blaszak.

Marilyn Spokas Gudin N’68 on the death of her son, Mark Gudin.

Jayne Storace Thompson N’68 on the death of her father, Amerigo Storace.

Susan Zvara Irving ’69 on the death of her mother, Marie Zvara.

Diane Trickey Wedel ’69 on the death of her husband, Bruce Wedel.

Denise Zeitz Simeone N’69 and Kathryn Zeitz McConnaughy N’70 on the death of their father, Edward Zeitz.

Mary Ann Wilt Chidlaw ’70 on the death of her husband, Scott Chidlaw.

Maureen Schaefer Bailey ’82, and Rita Schaefer Hall ’85 on the death of their mother, Helen Schaefer.

Kathleen Geiger Anzalone ’80 and Jean Geiger Vasey ’81 on the death of their father, Richard Geiger.

Patricia Sobczak Hamilton N’73 on the death of her mother, Dolores Sobczak.

Dorothy Mihalko Buser N’80 on the death of her father, William Mihalko.

Susan Grapentine ’74 on the death of her father, Richard Grapentine, Sr.

Mary Jo Klingbeil Koenig N’80 on the death of her father, Joseph Klingbeil.

Ann Wallace Telepak ’74 on the death of her mother, Wilma Wallace.

Barbara Conrad Ruess N’80 on the death of her father and mother, Leo and Carole Conrad.

Lorretta Petrak Slater N’71 on the death of her brother, James Petrak.

Diane Stachur Froberg N’74 on the death of her husband, Steven Froberg.

Mary Ann Mino ’82 on the death of her mother, Rose Marie Mino.

Kathy Haney McGuirk ’72 and Debbie Haney McGoun ’73 on the death of their mother, Evelyn Haney.

Cynthia Graycar N’74 and Nancy Graycar N’79 on the death of their father, Paul Graycar.

Cathleen Coyne Walsh ’82 on the death of her mother, Sarah Coyne.

Brenda Fazio Darkovich N’72 on the death of her father, Rosario Fazio.

Karen Lisowski N’74, Donna Lisowski N’76, and Susan Lisowski Kypriotakis N’78 on the death of their father, Raymond Lisowski.

Barbara Gang ’70 on the death of her mother, Grace Gang.

Rita Frusteri Oriti ’71 on the death of her mother, Angela Frusteri.

Maryann Ziska Bucceri N’71 on the death of her mother, Mary Ziska.

Jane Ruvolo Dydo N’71, Mary Kay Ruvolo N’75, and Patricia Ruvolo Haller N’76 on the death of their father, Sam Ruvolo.

Denise Trojan Ferguson N’72 on the death of her mother, Beatrice Trojan.

Ellen Polomsky Hibjan N’72 on the death of her father, Vincent Polomsky.

Janice Bury Merow N’72 on the death of her mother, Lillian Bury.

Roseanne Pajka N’72 on the death of her mother, Blanche Pajka.

Nanci Parma N’72 on the death of her brother, Thomas Parma.

Dianne Tantanella Fox N’75 on the death of her mother, Irene Hepp Tantanella ’50.

Maryanne Camp-Bedel ’76 on the death of her father, Kenneth Camp.

Linda Baeslack McNeeley ’76, Donna Baeslack Sishler ’80, and Patricia Baeslack Donahue ’82 on the death of their father, Robert Baeslack.

Valerie Duda Kukla N’77 on the death of her mother, Dorothy Duda.

Maureen Griffin Beck ’73 and Kathleen Griffin ’77 on the death of their father, Joseph Griffin.

Margaret Somerville Lopez ’78 on the death of her sister, Ruth Somerville Fiala ’74.

Nancy Slife Habermann ’73 on the death of her husband, John Habermann.

Doreen McCarthy Bambauer N’79 on the death of her father, Francis McCarthy.

Maryellen Schaefer Staab ’73, Barbara Schaefer Winters ’79,

Marie Schwartz ’83 and Julie Schwartz Sekerak ’88 on the death of their mother, Katherine Schwartz.

Carrie McFarland Underwood ’83 on the death of her father, John McFarland.

Terri Siegwarth ’84 on the death of her mother, Teresa Siegwarth.

Linda Pelka Walls ’86 on the death of her sister, Karen Pelka.

Melissa Claudio Harrigan ’87 on the death of her mother, Maria Claudio.

Kathleen McGowan Brezine ’88, Maureen McGowan Hansen ’89, and Bridget McGowan Gorman ’99 on the death of their mother, Elizabeth McGowan.

Victoria Roemer ’89 on the death of her mother, Kathleen Clark Roemer ’58.

Angela Amend Navin ’00 on the death of her husband, Charles Navin.

Amanda Marcinek Zorko ’00 on the death of her father, Charles Marcinek.

We extend our sympathy to Sr. Phyllis DiFuccia, SSJ, Vice President of Mission at Saint Joseph Academy, on the death of her father, Paul DiFuccia, Sr. We extend our sympathy to Tim Carras, Interim Athletic Director at Saint Joseph Academy, on the death of his father, Stanley Carras.

We extend our sympathy to Cara Leighton, Advancement Services Coordinator at Saint Joseph Academy, on the death of her mother, Cathy Leighton.

Lisa Mediate Anderson ’87 and Ann Mediate Riley ’92 on the death of their father, Paul Mediate.

Please remember in your prayers the following deceased alumnae.

Rita Wirtz Kierer ’36 Rita Link Ferenec T’43 Jean Mathews Hart ’44 Gerry Reese Roe ’44 Joan Foley Westerhold ’45 Frances O’Donnell Wires ’45 Lavonne Lincks Reiss T’48 Dolores Lask Wines T’49 Irene Hepp Tantanella ’50 Judith Zak Weaver ’53

Maureen Hiendlmayr Doolittle ’55 Myrna Becker Bradway ’56 Kathleen Clark Roemer ’58 Rosemary Matt Stein ’63 Bonnie Boyert Calvey N’64 Mary Ann Ughrin Toth N’64 Kristine McCrone N’70 Linda Lavelle Christiansen ’74 Ruth Somerville Fiala ’74 Linda Urbanski Zimlich N’79

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Clare Cavoli Lopez ’72 was named Vice President for Research and Analysis at the Center for Security Policy, a think-tank that concentrates on national security issues.

She had been a Senior Fellow there since 2010. Her work will focus on women in the Middle East.

Maryanne Ellert Rolph ’75 has been promoted to Senior Program Director at American Greetings, where she has worked for more than 30 years. You have been looking at Maryanne’s work. She was the person who designed the face of our SJA Jaguar!

Patricia Gaul ’76 was a finalist for the 2013 In-House & General Counsel Award

by Crain’s Cleveland Business for her work with PlayhouseSquare. As Chief Financial Officer, general counsel, and senior vice president, she has overseen much of PlayhouseSquare’s recent expansions, such as the renovation of the Allen Theatre complex.

Eileen Kelly ’77 received the 2013 Advocate of the Year award by the Northeast Ohio Coalition for the Homeless. Eileen, the Parish Outreach Minister at St. Colman, was recognized for her work with the Identification Collaborative, a project which she founded which helps individuals get birth certificates and state IDs. The project has now spread to twenty-four sites over ten years, helping thousands of people.

1980s

Rita Ginley Andolsen ’82 was honored by the Alcohol, Drug Addiction and Mental Health Services Board of Cuyahoga County with a Media Award for her work in promoting awareness of the spread of heroin. Rita is the director of advocacy and community initiatives at WKYC/Channel 3.

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Natalie Leek-Nelson ’85 was awarded the 2014 Eleanor Gerson Leadership in Social Justice Award by Greater Cleveland Community Shares. Natalie is Chief Executive Officer and President of Providence House, a crisis nursery for at-risk children.

2000s

Carissa Lucas Alabise ’00 married Andrew Alabise on October 5, 2013. Kristen Lutz Marshall ’99 was a member of the wedding party.

Eileen Dorsey ’01 has studio space at 78th Street Studios, 1300 W.78th St. She and more than 40 other artists and vendors hold monthly “Third Friday” open houses and art walks, held the third Friday of every month, from 5-9 p.m. A 12-piece collection of works will be displayed at the new Cuyahoga County Administration Building.

Clare Russell Walters ’02 married William R. Walters III on September 14, 2013 in Valley City, OH. Maureen Clark ’05 graduated from Emory University with a Master of Public Health.

She has accepted a position with the National Cancer Institute, a division of the National Institute of Health. This position is through the Presidential Management Fellows program, a competitive fellowship program that places recent graduates of masters and doctorate programs in government agencies.

Emily Kollin ’06 is beginning work toward her doctorate in the fall, after earning bachelor and master degrees in aerospace engineering. Emily is interning at the NASA Johnson Space Center this summer, where she has interned multiple times previously.

Kelly Heilman ’08, a Ph.D. candidate in an environmental science program at the University of Notre Dame, was recently featured in an article for the university working with researchers to study the impact of global warming on native fish in the Namekagon River.

2010s

Grainne Mangan ’10 won the Rose of Tralee Ohio Centre competition, earning the title of “Ohio Rose.” She will represent Ohio at the Rose of Tralee International Festival. Grainne will travel to Ireland to compete against other worldwide Roses, including women from Bahrain, France, the United Kingdom and Australia.

Amanda Waltos ’10 graduated from Saint Louis University with a Bachelor of Science in Investigative and Medical Sciences summa cum laude, receiving the undergraduatelevel graduating student of the year award.

Amanda will attend the Saint Louis University School of Medicine to further her studies in the fall of 2014.

Gab Kreuz ’10 graduated from John Carroll University as a Communications major with a Psychology minor. She was also the 2014 John Carroll female recipient of the Clyde Lamb Award, given annually to one male and one female athlete from each Ohio Athletic Conference University. It is the highest honor bestowed by the OAC upon a student-athlete. Gab is continuing her studies at Syracuse.

Jennifer Przybysz ’11 recently graduated from FEMA Corps after completing 10 months of intensive service to disaster survivors. FEMA (Federal Emergency Management Agency) is a branch of the AmeriCorps National Civilian Community Corps. She was based at NCCC’s Pacific Region Campus in Sacramento, California.

Prior to joining FEMA Corps, Jennifer graduated from High Point University where she studied Non-Profit Leadership.

Maggie Urban ’12 recently set both the Baldwin Wallace University and All-Ohio Division III record for hammer throw. She had the 9th longest throw in the country for Division III and finished her track season this year by competing at the NCAA Division III National Championship Meet.

Alexis Brunk ’13 attends the Columbus College of Art & Design. She made the President’s List both semesters as a first year Illustration major, and two of her pieces were selected for the Student Exhibition for the upcoming 2014-2015 school year.

CubClub

Therese Lease Anagnostos ’96 & Christo Anagnostos a daughter, Alexis Ann, born April 24, 2014 Jessica Walrath Jarvela ’98 & Kyle Jarvela a daughter, Julia Rose, born March 6, 2014 Sharon Leahy Mazur’98 & William Mazur a son, Benjamin Thomas, born December 31, 2013 Clare Russell Walters ’02 & William Walters, III a daughter, Chloe Elizabeth, born December 5, 2013 Anamarija Miljak Machesky ’04 & Joe Machesky a son, Rafael, born April 30, 2014 Megan Corrigan Estes ’01 & John Estes a son, Daniel Vincent, born June 21, 2014

Congratulations to Jubilarians 70 Years Virginia Coldren, CSJ ’45 (formerly Sister Emmanuel) Mary Gallagher, CSJ (formerly Sister Maura) Mary Ann Lavelle, CSJ ’46 60 Years Corita Ambro, CSJ ’53 Mary Hough, CSJ ’54 (formerly Sister Mariella) Jane Pank, HM ’47 25 Years Susan Durkin, OSU ’81

Grand REUNION

Are you an SJA alum who graduated in a year ending in 4 or 9?

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If so, please mark your calendar for the weekend of October 10-12, 2014 to celebrate your Grand Reunion!

On Friday evening, October 10, there will be a get together at SJA just for the classes of 1999, 2004, and 2009. On Saturday evening, October 11, there will be a dinner for all the reunion classes at the Westwood Country Club. On Sunday, October 12, there will be a brunch at SJA for the classes of 1939, 1944, 1949, 1954, 1959, and 1964. At noon that same day, there will be a Mass at SJA for all the reunion classes and their families, followed by light refreshments and Open House (see below). Watch your mail for more information or contact Mary Ann Fischer ’66, Alumnae Director, at 216-619-1653 or maf@sja1890.org.

See you in October!

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SJA marks its 125th year in 2015!

Please plan to join us on Sunday, October 12, 2014 at SJA as we kick off the celebrations!

Watch for more information on our special 125 events, and update your contact information at sja1890.org/aluminfoupdate to make sure you don't miss out on the fun!

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Community celebration and Mass at SJA for all alumnae and their families.

Followed by light refreshments and Open House at SJA Clockwise, top: Sister Mary Ann Lavelle, CSJ; Sister Virginia Coldren, CSJ; Sister Mary Hough, CSJ; Sister Corita Ambro, CSJ; Sister Mary Gallagher, CSJ.

For information on your class reunions, please contact Mary Ann Fischer ’66, Alumnae Director at maf@sja1890.org or 216.619.1653.

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LOOKINGAHEAD Athletic Hall of Fame Nominations

Nazareth Academy Reunion Luncheon

The Jaguar Athletic Department is currently accepting nominations for the 2015 Hall of Fame Induction next spring. Nominees must exemplify the highest standards of sportsmanship, ethical conduct, moral character, and carry the endorsement of their peers. All candidates will be judged on their significant and/or long term contribution to interscholastic athletics and activities.

Nomination forms can be found at www.sja1890.org and must be received at Saint Joseph Academy no later than December 31, 2014.

All Nazareth Academy alumnae are welcome to attend their annual luncheon on Sunday, September 7, 2014. This year’s event will be held at the Cleveland Airport Marriott Hotel on W. 150th St. in Cleveland. Special recognition will be shown to attendees of reunion classes, especially the Class of 1964 celebrating their 50 year reunion. Invitations will be mailed in August to those alumnae living in the Northeast Ohio area. If you live out of the area and would like to receive an invitation, please call or contact Mary Ann Fischer ’66, Alumnae Director, at maf@sja1890.org.

Golf Outing Our 20th Annual Golf Outing to benefit the SJA Scholarship Fund will be held on Saturday, August 2, 2014 at Mallard Creek Golf Club in Columbia Station. This fun-filled day includes breakfast, lunch, dinner, contests, raffles, and of course, 18 holes of golf with a cart! Reserve your foursome now!

2014 Grand Reunion Please join us for the Grand Reunion weekend, Friday-October 10 through Sunday, October 12, 2014. On Friday, October 10, there will be the Young Alumnae Happy Hour at SJA for the Classes of 1999, 2004, 2009. On Saturday, October 11, enjoy the Grand Reunion dinner at the Westwood Country Club.

This is for all classes ending in “4” or “9.” On Sunday, October 12, enjoy a brunch at SJA for the “Golden” Classes of 1939, 1944, 1949, 1954, 1959, 1964. There will also be a mass at SJA for all alumnae and their families, followed by light refreshments and Open House at SJA. For information on your class reunion please contact Mary Ann Fischer ’66, Alumnae Director at maf@sja1890.org or 216.619.1653.