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FIDELIT A S

Mission Statement

Saint Agnes School/ Arlington Catholic fosters strong individual academic achievement and character development centered on our Catholic faith. Our co-educational Infant through Grade 12 school nurtures a community of critical thinkers dedicated to integrity, service and living the Gospel message of Christ in the twenty-first century.

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Features

Alumni House Addition 4

Moving Up Ceremony 6

2024 Baccalaureate 7

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8th Grade Liturgy & Awards Ceremony 5

2024 ACHS Commencement 8-9

SAS 135th Mass & Celebration 10-11

Quiz Night Returns 12-13

Saint Agnes New Playground 14

First Annual SAS Fun Run 15

In Appreciation: William Murray 54-55

Departments

Campus Ministry 16-23

Student LIfe 24-33

Athletics 34-41

Alumni News 42-62

Giving 63-70

Class Notes 71-75

In Memoriam 75-76

Saint Agnes School 39 Medford Street

Arlington, MA 02474 (781) 643-9031

Arlington Catholic High School 16 Medford Street Arlington, MA 02474 (781) 646-7770

ADMINISTRATION

Very Rev. Marc J. Bishop

Pastor

Dr. Andrew Keough President

John Graceffa

Principal

ADVANCEMENT TEAM AND EDITORIAL STAFF FOR FIDELITAS

Michelle (Famolare) Casey Director of Advancement

Alecia Connolly

Marketing and Communications

Patricia Crane Director of Enrollment

Katie Waitt Asst. Director of Admissions

Gabriella Foderaro

Development Assistant

Sister Barbara McHugh Alumni Relations Ambassador

Shannon Sullivan

Strategic Coordinator, Office of the President

Donna Rockwell Design

ADVISORY BOARD

Marisa Doherty

Tim Keefe

Dorie Mansen

Noreen Millane

Valeria A. Ramdin

Charlie Uglietto

Jim Walsh

Dr. Andrew Keough

Letter from the President Dr. Andrew Keough

Dear St. Agnes and Arlington Catholic Alumni Family,

Greetings from Saint Agnes School and Arlington Catholic High School! We are excited to be bringing this latest version of Fidelitas to you both in print and electronic form. We hope you will enjoy reading it as much as we enjoyed producing it.

Who among us is not inspired by those we know who have done amazing things with their lives? In this year’s publication, you will find news about our students’ successes this past year, alumni who have done amazing things with their careers and lives, recognitions of our earliest alum who served our country in its time of need, as well as reflections from longtime Arlington Catholic educator, Bill Murray. We also are sharing a variety of the highlighted happenings and events from 2024, notes and news from our graduates, and so much more!

As I am sure you will note, Saint Agnes School and Arlington Catholic High School are accomplishing great things and are advancing our school far into the future! Please continue to stay in touch with us and your classmates. Our success ultimately depends on our ability to maintain our family feel and continued connectedness. We love visits and invite each and every one of you to stop in to say hello whenever you are in the area. “Growing up on Medford Street” is special, and we want you to relish it any chance you can!

Happy reading and please stay in touch!

Sincerely, Andrew

Letter from the Principal John Graceffa

Dear Alumni,

I hope this letter finds you well and thriving in your personal and professional endeavors. It is with great pride and gratitude that I reach out to you as a member of the Saint Agnes School/Arlington Catholic High School family. As we continue to foster an environment of excellence in education, character, and spirituality, I am reminded of the countless contributions you, our alumni, have made to the legacy of our school.

Over the years, each one of you has helped shape the rich tapestry of our school’s history—whether through your achievements, your service to others, or the values you continue to carry with you. It is this shared sense of purpose and commitment to faith, integrity, and service that makes our school community truly special.

This issue of Fidelitas is a celebration of that legacy—your legacy. As we highlight the accomplishments of our students, faculty, and alumni, we also reflect on the ways in which our shared mission continues to shape the lives of young people today. The impact of your hard work, dedication, and leadership in your respective fields cannot be overstated. It is our hope that this publication serves as a reminder of the meaningful connections and the lasting influence you have on the next generation of Saint Agnes and Arlington Catholic students.

As alumni, you are not just a part of our past; you are integral to the present and future of our school. Your involvement continues to inspire and guide us as we strive to provide a well-rounded education that prepares our students for success and service in an ever-changing world. Whether you’ve returned to share your experiences with our current students or you’ve supported our initiatives from afar, your presence and your story continue to resonate.

We invite you to stay connected and engaged with us in the years to come. Your continued participation—whether through mentorship, donations, or simply staying in touch—is invaluable. Together, we can ensure that future generations of Saint Agnes School/Arlington Catholic High School students are equipped to carry forward the principles of faith, integrity, and excellence that we hold dear.

Thank you for being an essential part of our community. We are so proud of all you have accomplished, and we look forward to the bright future you will continue to build. May the values instilled in you during your time at Saint Agnes School/ Arlington Catholic High School continue to guide you, and may you always know that you have a home here.

God

Bless, John Graceffa

John Graceffa

Alumni House ADDITION

With growth comes expansion. This is true for our school as well. On September 1, 2024, the school leased the building at One Chestnut Street. Alumni House will serve as the hub for alumni relations and advancement.

Previously the President’s Office was in the lower school building. This was great for the president to greet the students each day; however, it did not allow for the needed expansion of classroom space. Laurie Sullivan, Associate Principal of K0-8, moved into the vacated space and created a teacher work area that can double as an enrolment meeting space for new and perspective families. The need for an area to greet families was growing in importance as the enrollment inquires have continued to increase. As of this writing, there are 386 students attending classes at Saint Agnes School. This added space affords us the opportunity to better utilize existing instructional space and to continue to be attentive to our family’s needs.

When we hired Michelle Casey as our new Director of Advancement, she did not have an office or a place to greet people. This has changed. Michelle and the Advancement Team, including Sr. Barbara McHugh (Alumni Ambassador) and Alecia Connolly (Marketing & Communications Specialist), are located on the second floor of Alumni House. They have a beautiful view of the Saint Agnes School and enjoy hearing the children playing on the lawn in front of the school. Andrew Keough, School President, and Shannon Sullivan, Strategic Coordinator, occupy the first floor. They would love to have you stop by for a coffee or tea.

Alumni House will host our School Board Meetings and other important events throughout the course of the academic year.

The third floor of the building is being setup to host our technology guru, Nick Parisi. Nick is hard at work ensuring computer capabilities and the telephone networks are working optimally. Moving the Technology Department has also created more flexible space for instruction in both the Saint Agnes School and Arlington Catholic High School buildings.

Saint Agnes School and Arlington Catholic High School developed a growth mindset that informs our expansion. Alumni House better serves the needs of our current families and our over 9,000 alumni.

Exterior shot of Alumni House

Alumni House Staff photo

Sister Barbara, AlumniAmbassador

8 th Grade Liturgy & Awards Ceremony

The Saint Agnes School Class of 2024 gathered in St. Agnes Church on June 6th for their Liturgy and Awards Ceremony. Among the student awards, we recognized six students who started ‘growing up on Medford Street’ in K1 or K2; recognized students for academic excellence in each subject area; and highlighted student achievement on the National Latin Exam, including three perfect score awards.

St. AGNES Class of 2024

August Armbruster

Brayden Boczenowski

Maryanne Bride

Claire Brockman

Daniel Carrillo

Brady Cassidy

Owen Channer

Luke Charchaflian

Avery Ciano

Ryan Constantine

Alivia Corbi

Jonathan Correa Rojas

Caroline Cronin

Julie Daublain

Layla Derkaoua

Ava DiGregorio

Meadhbh Donnelly

Aidan Donovan

Daniel Finn

Ayden Giardina

Thalia Gong

Matthew Grande

Cadence Hache

Marisa Hackley

Rose Hogan

Isaak Hull

Alyssa Jamieson

Emily Kasili

Jake Kennedy

Joseph Kreimeyer

Gabriella LaRosa

Tate Lawson

Kylie Lowe

Isabella MacIntosh

Alazzy Martinez

Anthony Martyniak

Nicolina McClay

Piper Merva

Samuel Monfette

Conor Moore

Caylee Muise

Cameron Pacheco

Olivia Parisi

Makayla Paye

Abigail Quill

Madilyn Richardson

Virginia Sallum

MIchael Savoy

Aliza Scali

Molly Schneller

Lola Sepulcre

Dongwoo Shin

Evan Siedlecki

Marina Styrcula

Jack Thielman

Tyler Tracey

Demetri Underwood

Nathan Valada

Dylan Veek

Jordyn Veek

Marlo Walsh

Michael Watkins

Branin Weymouth

Highlighted scholarships and awards include:

The James Kiernan Award

Isabella MacIntosh

Past Grand Knight John Stanton Scholarship

Anthony Martyniak

Past Grand Knight Edward Downs Scholarship

Piper Merva

Michael and Alice Walsh Scholarship

Madilyn Richardson

Class of 1972 Scholarship

Claire Brockman

Daniel Carrillo

Caitlin Keeton Oglesby Scholarship

Luke Charchaflian

The ceremony concluded with Sr. Barbara McHugh inducting the students into the Saint Agnes School Alumni Association, and was followed by a celebration in Barton Hall.

MOVING UP CEREMONY

K0 Moving Up Ceremony

The Saint Agnes School Moving Up Ceremony for the K0 class showcases what the 3-year-olds have learned during their time in K0. The K0 class proudly started off the Moving Up Ceremony by leading the audience in “The Lord’s Prayer”. Next, they lead the audience in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance. The theme for the 2023–2024 Moving Up Ceremony was “How Sweet It Is!” The K0 class decorated giant ice cream cones with puffy paint and gem stone sprinkles to place around the stag e. The K0 class sang the “ABCs,” “The More We Get Together” utilizing American Sign Language, and “You are My Sunshine” while holding hand-painted sun signs. Dr. Laurie Sullivan, Assistant Principal handed out our Completion of K0 certificates and ended our ceremony with “The Goodbye Song!”

K1 Moving Up Ceremony

The K1 classes celebrated their end of year celebration focusing on how “Our year was sweet.” Every child had the opportunity to share what made their year sweet to kick off the celebration. The students prayed, sang and received a certificate during the ceremony to celebrate their accomplishments. We are so proud of our rising stars!

Moving Up ceremonies for K1A and K1B consists of the children reciting the The Lord’s Prayer, Hail Mary and the Pledge of Allegiance. We sing a few songs such as “You Are My Sunshine” and “If All The Raindrops”. Then, with loads of confidence each child comes to the center of the stage to tell the audience members “One thing they learned during the school year”. Afterwards, the children are presented with their certificate from the Principal. Finally, everybody’s favorite it’s a small party with cake and cookies, where we are able to give good luck wishes for a Happy Summer to the students that have been a pleasure to teach all year.

K2 Moving Up Ceremony

The Kindergarten Moving Up Ceremony was a joyful celebration filled with excitement and pride. As the children made their entrance, they ascended the stage by stairs, beaming with anticipation. One by one, they shared their heartwarming thoughts, each declaring “Kindergarten was sweet because…” Their sweet voices echoed through the auditorium, highlighting cherished momentsfriendship, laughter, and the joy of learning. This special event not only marked the end of their Kindergarten journey, but also the beginning of new adventures!

K1 Moving Up Ceremony

K2 Moving Up Ceremony

K0 Moving Up Ceremony

2024 Baccalaureate

On Wednesday, May 22, the Arlington Catholic Class of 2024 and their parents gathered in St. Agnes Church for the Baccalaureate Mass and Awards Ceremony. Following the Mass, concelebrated by Very Rev. Marc Bishop, Pastor, and Rev. Christopher Boyle, AC Chaplain, students were recognized for their many academic, extracurricular, and athletic achievements.

The list of awards was quite impressive and included the following Legacy Awards:

Monsignor Oscar R. O’Gorman Award: Kyle Young

Sister Melania Award: Gillian Ambrosia

Monsignor John J. Linnehan Award: Makenna Smith

Sister Catherine Clifford Award: Erin Shortell

Reverend Brian M. Flatley Award: Brendan Wright

All students who participated in a varsity sport were also recognized. The major athletic awards were:

Gentleman Athlete: James Gacao-Matsalia

Woman Athlete: Madison Connelly

Scholar Athlete - Male: Brendan Wright

Scholar Athlete - Female: Erin Shortell

Legacy Parents and their graduating students

Future Plans for the Class of 2024

Gillian Ambrosia Rollins College

Noelle Elizabeth Anderson Hofstra University

Zackary Jacob Anderson Massachusetts Bay Community College

Chiara Antonellis University of Illinois

Christina Arria UMass - Amherst

Carissa Baccus Babson College

Derek Baldassarre Fairfield University

Leping Bao University of California, Irvine

Ema Battista Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences

Patrick Bicolli Dean College

John Boyle University of Rhode Island

Sean Boyle Bryant University

Sarah Brockman University of Pittsburgh

Aedan Buckley Boston College

Anthony Burgess Worcester State University

Joseph Capobianco UMass Lowell

Emma Chisholm Undecided

Scott Christopher University of Rhode Island

Madison Connelly St. Lawrence University

William Connors University of New Hampshire

Michelle Nicole Coreas Simmons University

Savannah Correa University of Rhode Island

Dinah Cummiskey Bryant University

Isabella Curley Coastal Carolina University

Robert Dagostino Elmira College

Angela Daher Bentley University

Lydia Daly UMass - Amherst

Taina Delino UMass - Amherst

Sophia Dell’Anno UMass - Amherst

Lucia DiFronzo Salve Regina University

Katherine Duque-Maquiz Wentworth Institute of Technology

Jack Dyer Saint Joseph’s College of Maine

John Englehart Employment

Jonah Fahnoe University of New Hampshire

James Gacao-Matsalia Stonehill College

Sofia Giangrande Rollins College

Leah Gobbi UMass - Amherst

Alexandre Gosselin Neves Rensselaer

Polytechnic Institute

Lucinda Gould Wheaton College

Jonathan Grafals Wentworth Institute of Technology

Xizhi Hao University of California - Irvine

Chad Harris Framingham State University

Kelsey Henry Curry College

Christian Hernandez College of the Holy Cross

Lucy Hogan University of North Carolina

Charles Holman Emmanuel College

Lena Hope Savannah College of Art and Design

Jade Howard University of Michigan

Alyssa Jackson North Shore Community College

Jessica Elise Jacobs Pace University

Rashid Kakande Pace University

Caroline Kennedy Wentworth

Institute of Technology

Maura Kenny UMass - Amherst

2024 ACHS COMMENCEMENT

On Thursday, May 23, the Class of 2024 gathered at St. Camillus for their Commencement Ceremony. We had hoped to have the ceremony outside, but the weather did not cooperate and we quickly pivoted inside. The gloomy day outside did not temper the enthusiasm inside as we celebrated the end of the journey for the Class of 2024. We also acknowledged students who finished their high school education at Arlington Catholic because of the closure of The Cambridge Matignon School, Mount Alvernia High School, and Saint Joseph’s Prep in 2023. These graduates wore cords to honor their closed schools.

The ceremony began with brief speeches from Dr. Andrew Keough, President and Mr. John Graceffa, Principal. In a first for us, Fatima Tellez offered a bilingual welcome. Students had the opportunity to hear from Jack Boyle, Class President; Lydia Daly, Valedictorian; and Joseph MacDonald, Salutatorian. Lydia reminded her classmates that they were “embarking on a completely new and uncharted chapter in (their) lives.” She also reminded them that their Arlington Catholic education will enable them to be “more than capable of navigating the challenges ahead.”

Following the awarding of diplomas by Fr. Marc, the weather cleared and students were able to gather outside for pictures and continued celebration.

The Class of 2024 is poised for great success- they are off to some amazing schools (100% of the Class was accepted to college!) and earned millions of dollars in scholarships.

Sarah Mackey LaFarge Framingham State University

Daniel Lee Texas A&M

Alexiah Lingley The University of Alabama

Danielle Lionel Le Moyne College

Lindsey Logiudice University of New Hampshire

Tristan Loughlin Pace University

Joseph MacDonald UMass - Lowell

Meredith MacNeil Lasell University

Gabriel Maffucci-Fitanides McGill University

Maria Malec Bridgewater State University

Francesca Mance Saint Anselm College

Luca Maniccia University of Rhode Island

AvaNoel Marino Bentley University

Mary McElroy Fairfield University

Olivia McIver Quinnipiac University

Kayla McNiff Cosmetology School

Skyler Meaney Salve Regina University

Patrick Mozuch University of Maine

Jacqueline Murdock Elon University

Brigid Murphy Bryant University

Katelyn Murphy College of the Holy Cross

Ryan Myers Stonehill College

Yumi Nagatomo Boston University

Patrick Newell University of Rhode Island

Jason Noble Curry College

Addison Paige O’D onovan Quinnipiac University

Lillian O’Mahony American University

Ruari O’Sullivan UMass - Amherst

Jack Oldham Roger Williams University

Antonio Pescara University of New Hampshire

Livia Pessoti Roger Williams University

Matthew Poirier Junior Hockey

Elizabeth Price UMass - Amherst

Andrew Ranaghan Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences

Jordan Raye Bunker Hill Community College

Olivia Reardon Bryant University

Riley Reardon Saint Anselm College

Kimberley Rousseau Quinnipiac University

Justin Schwartz The University of Tampa

Gabriel-Abel Seide Massachusetts Bay Community College

Erin Shortell Fairfield University

Giada Silva Suffolk University

Ava Simione University of New Hampshire

Bridget Simmons University of New Hampshire

Kathleen Simmons Providence College

Makenna Smith Stonehill College

Matthew Taggart University of New Hampshire

Fatima Tellez Framingham State University

Kiara Tobin University of Arizona

Eva Tonnessen University of New Hampshire

Charlotte Walter St. John Fisher University

Hanyi Wang New York University

Shuhui Wang University of Virginia

Sayla Christina Wilgren Saint Anselm College

Brendan Wright University of New Hampshire

Cecelia Yee Simmons University

Kyle Young Bentley University

Kun Zhang The University of British Columbia

Luca Zottola Employment

“We ought always to thank God for you, brothers and sisters, and rightly so, because your faith is growing more and more, and the love all of you have for one another is increasing.”

-2 Thessalonians 1:3

135th Mass & Celebration Saint Agnes School

On May 4, 2024, our vibrant community of former and current school families, faculty, and staff came together for a heartwarming Mass, celebrating Saint Agnes School’s 135 years of Faith, Academics, and Community. The Very Rev. Marc J. Bishop, VF, led a beautiful 4:00 PM Mass at Saint Agnes Church. Our Saint Agnes students, Gini Sallum and Marina Styrcula, warmly welcomed everyone, and our dedicated altar servers, Mateo Ripol Maroto, Rose & Molly Slater, and Ronan Sullivan, added to the occasion’s solemnity. The presence of many alumni, including David Lambert ‘65, Bill Terry ‘82, and Betty Lally ‘70, who participated in the readings and prayers of the faithful, was a testament to our strong bond. We also were graced by the presence of the Sisters of Saint Joseph, with Sister Mary Gowern, CSJ, and Sister Joan McCarthy, CSJ, presenting the gifts and the lovely music of Cate Gallagher ‘14, Roger Mansen, and the Saint Agnes School choir filling the church.

The celebration continued in

Barton Hall, a sight to behold with its beautiful decorations in the school’s colors and stunning flower arrangements on each table. The atmosphere was filled with nostalgia as a video took us on a journey from the past to the present, evoking fond memories and sparking conversations among the guests. Dr. Andrew Keough, the President, extended a warm welcome to all, and Father Marc introduced Sister Carlotta Gilarde, CSJ, who shared her heartfelt thoughts on behalf of the Sisters of Saint Joseph and as a former teacher at the school. The presence of Sister Barbara McHugh, Alumni ambassador, Sister Mary Nagle, Sister Joan McCarthy, Sister Mary Gowern, and Sister Brenda Forry, who have been instrumental in shaping the school’s strong foundation and mission, added to the sense of community and shared history of our Sisters of Saint Joseph.

The Saint Agnes School Drama Club and Arlington Catholic Drama Club treated guests to musical performances from their most recent shows while enjoying dinner. Dr. Laurie Sullivan, Associate Principal, introduced Gillian Ambrosia, SAS ‘20 AC ‘24, for a beautiful reflection on her time at Saint Agnes School and how it shaped her.

(above) Bill Healey, Fabiola Aguilera, Jeremiah Hallisey, Frances Florencourt, Father Marc Bishop, Chris & Andrew Keough, Father Chris Boyle (above right) Current Students, (right) Barton Hall

The school started its “We’re Saving a Seat for You” campaign to raise money for new desks and chairs to accommodate our growing student population.

Alumnus Jerimiah Hallisey ‘52 initiated the campaign with his generous $2,000 donation and flew out from California to join us for the special evening. Jeremiah was recognized as the farthest traveled with a boutonniere and Frances Florencourt ‘46 was acknowledged with a corsage for representing the earliest Saint Agnes class in attendance.

As the evening drew to a close, our community, filled with gratitude and fond memories, signed our memory book, a testament to Saint Agnes School’s rich history. Each member took home a custom Saint Agnes School 135th celebration wine glass, a token of our appreciation for their presence and contribution to the evening. Thank you to the Sisters, teachers, and administrators who continue to guide us as Proverbs 22:6 states, “Start children off on the way they should go, and even when they are old, they will not turn from it.” May Saint Agnes School continue to flourish for another 135 years!

(above) Sister Mary Nagle, Sister Mary Gowern, (Alum), Sister Joan McCarthy (Alum), Sister Carlotta Gilarde, Sister Brenda Forry, and Sister Barbara McHugh

Saint Agnes School Alum

Saint Agnes School Has a New Playground!

On Friday, October 4th, Most Reverend Mark O’Connell, Auxiliary Bishop of Boston, visited Saint Agnes School in order to celebrate Mass with our students and bless our new school playground. During his homily on the challenges of making good choices, Bishop O’Connell engaged with our students by sharing stories from his own school days. Following this special First Friday Mass, students in K0 and K1, their parents, and a number of the SAS faculty/staff gathered outside to witness Bishop O’Connell give the new playground a special blessing.

First Annual SAS Fun Run

On Tuesday, May 21, 2024 Saint Agnes School held its first annual Fun Run for the Future! Students from K0-Grade 8 gathered at Hintlian Field to participate, having received pledges from family, friends, neighbors, or businesses to support their efforts.

Proceeds from the Fun Run went directly to funding three vital initiatives that were identified through data collection and feedback from the Saint Agnes School community: building Saint Agnes School’s new playground, updating the school curriculum, and maintaining and building teacher salary support.

Thank you to all of our generous sponsors!

Mike Pallotta Realtor, Gibson/Sotheby’s

Catherine Albiani Real Estate

The Sully Family

Daddy Jones Bar & Restaurant

Lund Dental Associates

Alton Street Dance

Keefe Funeral Home

International Stone

Eastside Motoring

Latina Made Media

...and ALL of the family, friends, and community members who donated!

QUIZ NIGHT RETURNS!

Thank you to our 2024 Quiz Night Volunteer Committee!

Pina Alonge P’32’35

Laura Baker ‘00, P’32’34’37

Kelly Feeney P’30

Julie Hall P‘20’22’26

Nicole Keefe ‘96, P’27‘32

Julie LaValle P’26

Katie Friel Schneller P’28’30

Shannon Sullivan P’33

On Saturday, March 9, Quiz Night returned to Arlington Catholic! This is the time-honored tradition you LOVE at Saint Agnes School/ Arlington Catholic High School! Quiz Master DJ Mr. Ed returned and our guests enjoyed every minute of this special event. It is always a great evening to celebrate community! We had to take a few years off because of Covid; but now we look forward to this annual event.

Thank you to all of our generous sponsors!

Event Sponsors

Charles River Financial Services, LLC

Playa Bowls

Round of Trivia Sponsors

Eastside Motoring

Eddy’s Bakery Products, Inc.

Fitzpatrick Dental

Friel Estate

Karas & Karas Glass

Keefe Funeral Home

International Stone

Mike Pallotta, Realtor

Dessert Table Sponsor

Joselin Malkhasian and Ted Malkhasian

The Refreshment Table

The Sullivan Family

Quiz Night Winners

Introducing Arlington Catholic’s New Campus Minister – Andrew Buck

How are you enjoying your new job as AC’s Director of Campus Ministry?

It is difficult to put into words how happy I am at Arlington Catholic. I won’t sugar coat it – there are growing pains. I haven’t worked as a Campus Minister or as a teacher before. So, everyday I’m learning something new about each of these roles. But, I wouldn’t want to experience these growing pains at any other school. The faculty, staff, and administration have been extraordinarily welcoming. The students are a joy to work with. I’ve felt at home since day one.

Campus Ministry, in particular, has been a great privilege. All of our teachers are responsible for modeling Christ and helping students grow in faith. However, as Campus Minister, I have a more direct responsibility for the faith life of our students – and that has been a great consolation. I know the work I do, even if it might be difficult and frustrating at times, provides an opportunity for our students to grow closer to God. If what I do helps just one student grow in love of God and their neighbor, then I’ve made an immeasurable difference in this world. The Good Shepherd leaves the whole flock to find one lost sheep. If the Lord gives me the grace to imitate Him in this way, and help lead even just one soul back to Him, then I’ll know I succeeded. Every time I’m working on a new project, I keep that thought in mind.

Undergirding this is a very vivid sense of vocation. I know with great certainty that God wants me working here at Arlington Catholic. My own employment here was the result of much prayer and discernment – both on my part, and I’m sure on the part of the administration. But as a fruit of that, I know I belong here. And, that gives me great confidence. Even when I feel inadequate and unprepared to complete the tasks that lie before me, I can go back to that certainty and find rest. When I face a challenge, a lot goes through my mind: I don’t know how I will be able to do this. I don’t know why God thought I would be able to do

this. But, I do know that, for whatever inscrutable, extraordinary reason, God wants me to do this.

What are some of your goals for Campus Ministry?

My primary goal in Campus Ministry is to increase a spirit of prayer and devotion among our students. Academic Theology and Catechesis are very important. But, they ultimately must lend themselves to an authentic encounter with Jesus. You could know the Bible and the Catechism backwards and forwards, but if you don’t actually love God and your neighbor – what’s the point? In my view, students must be given time outside of class to foster that relationship. And what do we call spending time with our Lord to build a relationship with Him: prayer! It all hinges on prayer! So, if I can encourage and lead our Arlington Catholic students to pray even just a tiny bit more, I will be thrilled. I’ve already seen the fruit from this! We had an hour of Adoration and Confession during our Wednesday WIN periods. During this time students could be spending time with friends, working on homework and projects, or meeting with one of the clubs. But even despite that, students came to spend time with Our Lord in our chapel, in silence. When I asked some of our students who participate regularly in Campus Ministry what they want to see more of, one student said, “More Adoration.”

Within myself, my own generation, and the generations before me, I’ve experienced a sort of presumption of low expectations towards this current generation of High Schoolers. “They can’t focus on anything,” “They’re always looking at their screens,” “They don’t go to Church,” “They don’t care about prayer or their faith.” These are common sentiments, of which I myself have fallen foul. And, they are very dangerous. I would be so bold as to say they constitute despair. But, as I’ve worked more and more with our students my perspective has changed. Instead of dryness, I see a great thirst. Instead of

emptiness, I see great openness. Instead of aimless meandering, I see a desire to find the Way. These kids are really wonderful, and they have a great capacity to know and love God. Yes, their generation faces particular boundaries to the faith, as has every generation since the beginning of time! But, that’s not an excuse to lower expectations and assume our students are unable to have dynamic lives of faith, unless we pander to them. And so, it is my goal to provide those opportunities –especially in prayer – that will help our students grow dynamically in love of God and neighbor.

What advice would you give to young people to grow in their faith?

Being a Catholic can seem really complex. It seems like there’s just a lot of very particular things you have to know, and a bunch of detailed rules you have to follow, rules that feel difficult or even impossible to follow. And yes, that’s true. Our faith rightly asks us to live in a certain way. And at times, it might seem like those teachings are unreasonable or repressive. But, at the center of it all, the Catholic faith is the most simple, beautiful, joyous thing ever: love. All we have to do is love God and those around us. That’s it: love. If we genuinely love God, and open our hearts to His love, the rest – everything that now might seem difficult, or complicated, or even repressive – will follow. Open yourself up to the Lord, and He will do the rest. And, how can you open yourself up to the Lord? Go to Mass and Pray. And, be as consistent in both these things as you can! Even if you’re bored in prayer, and even if you’re dozing off at Mass, even if you think and feel like these are doing nothing for you, just keep at it. You might not see what He’s been doing until weeks, months, or years later. But, He is working within you. He’s drawing you close to Himself. And He will help you to love in all you do.

Andrew Buck

Installation of Archbishop Henning

On August 5th, the Holy Father announced that he has named the Most Reverend Richard G. Henning, S.T.D. as the tenth bishop and seventh archbishop of the Archdiocese of Boston. Archbishop Henning was the Bishop of the Diocese of Providence and was installed for the Archdiocese of Boston on October 31, 2024.

Fluent in Spanish, he was ordained to the priesthood in 1992. He earned a Licentiate in Biblical Theology at The Catholic University of America in Washington, D.C. and a Doctorate in the same from the University of St. Thomas Aquinas in Rome, Italy. After his studies, Archbishop Henning joined the faculty of the Seminary of the

Immaculate Conception in Huntington, NY where he taught scripture for more than ten years.

In 2018, Pope Francis appointed Archbishop Henning as an auxiliary bishop in the Diocese of Rockville Centre, where he served as a regional Vicar and later as the Vicar for Clergy and Pastoral Planning.

In November 2022, the Holy Father appointed Archbishop Henning as the Coadjutor Bishop of Providence. He succeeded Bishop Tobin as the Bishop of Providence on May 1, 2023. Congratulations and God’s blessings to you, Archbishop Henning!

ST. ANDREW DINNER

St. John’s Seminary in Brighton hosts the St. Andrew Dinner, where high school-aged men from the Archdiocese of Boston are invited to tour the seminary, meet, and share dinner with the seminarians. This year, the event was graced with the presence of our new Archbishop, The Most Reverend Richard G. Henning, S.T.D. He spoke to the young men about vocational discernment and the importance of the priesthood, answered their questions, and took time to meet individually with each attendee. Arlington Catholic High School brought eight students. Our Campus Ministry Director, Andrew Buck, and Father Chris Boyle attended with Nicholas Sousa, Thomas Beggan, Ian Pham, John Recinito, Sean Connelly, Tyler Cataldo, Liam Sullivan and Joe Donovan.

This past June, ten Arlington Catholic students, along with two faculty members, journeyed to Lake Sebago in Maine for a week of community building and enrichment at Camp Sunshine. They served as camp counselors, one-to-one assistants, and food service staff at a summer camp for families who have experienced or are experiencing a life-threatening illness. The camp, a melting pot of diversity, enables patients and their siblings to experience a week of fun and safety in Maine, doing everything from bass fishing and archery to art classes and dance contests. While the children are entertained by volunteers from across New England, their parents get to spend time with each other, sharing in small groups and even meeting with medical experts. Junior Nora Simpson shares, “At Camp Sunshine, I was struck by the diversity of the people I met, the strong sense of community, and the enjoyable activities we did. It was an experience that will stay with me forever.” According to Senior Julia Mendez, the best part of the week was, “the relationships made with the children and the families. Seeing their excitement to see us every morning at breakfast and throughout the day was truly heartwarming.”

Blessing Bags Camp Sunshine

This November, Arlington Catholic’s Rotary Interact Club hosted a donation drive to collect supplies for blessing bags to be distributed to those experiencing homelessness in the Cambridge area. These blessing bags would provide recipients with a variety of toiletries and personal hygiene products, as well as winter necessities such as gloves and hand warmers. Thanks to the donations provided by the generous members of our school community, student volunteers were able to fill over 200 blessing bags to be distributed to those experiencing homelessness in the Cambridge area.

Christy Kiernan, Guidance Counselor and Faculty Advisor for the Rotary Interact Club, voiced appreciation for all those who donated: “We are overwhelmed with gratitude for the abundance of donations you have provided. Your incredible generosity has not only filled over 200 blessing bags but also filled our hearts with hope and encouragement. Because of your thoughtful contributions, we are better equipped to support the people who come to the Salvation Army in Cambridge. Your kindness will have a lasting impact, and we are deeply thankful for your willingness to give so much. Thank you for standing with us in this effort. Together, we can make a difference.”

Students in the Arlington Rotary Interact Club spent the day before Thanksgiving sharing stories, serving food, and gifting the blessing bags to patrons at the Salvation Army in Cambridge.

CATHOLIC SCHOOLS WEEK

Saint Agnes School

Catholic Schools Week is always a wonderful way to celebrate the gift of our faith and our community, and to thank those who make our education possible. Catholic schools week 2024 was no exception. The week was kicked off with an opening Mass followed by a beautiful and inviting reception. During the week, students participated in a variety of events which included a job fair, a Q&A with Fr. Marc, family visits to the classroom, a church scavenger hunt and donating soup to the local food pantry. Everyone at SAS looks forward to this fun filled week every year!

Arlington Catholic High School

Arlington Catholic and Saint Agnes School united with schools across the nation to celebrate the 50th Catholic Schools Week under the theme United in Faith and Community. The week was a vibrant tapestry of faith and joy. We experienced uplifting Masses led by our boys’ hockey team, enjoyed an out-of-uniform day with delicious donuts, and expressed gratitude to our dedicated teachers, staff, and priests while cherishing the fond memories shared by alumni. With laughter and learning at the forefront, our shared Catholic faith wove a beautiful connection throughout the week. Together, we created rosaries and prayer cards, gathered donations for the Catholic Schools Fund, and united in heartfelt prayer with our priests and sisters.

SCHOOL MASSES FRESHMAN RETREAT

In late October, Arlington Catholic High School held its yearly freshman retreat, an event which gathers our freshman students together for an afternoon of games, discussion, and prayer. This retreat, led by our dedicated and inspiring student leaders drawn from the sophomore, junior, and senior classes, welcomed our new students into our Arlington Catholic Community. Their leadership not only guides the retreat but also sets a shining example for our new students. Even more, it shows the centrality of the Catholic faith in all we do at our school. To this end, Fr. Christopher Boyle ended the day with a talk on the presence of Christ in the Eucharist and the importance of sacrificial love in our lives of faith.

SAS Mass ACHSMass

WELLNESS DAY 2024

On March 26, 2024 Saint Agnes participated in our third Wellness Day, made possible by the Catholic Health Foundation. Instead of our typical school day, students were in various workshops promoting spiritual, physical and mental wellness. Our sessions included Adoration, animal encounters, creative movement, police & fire safety, physical fitness, arts, posture and alignment, financial wellness, and more.

Our workshops were led by members of the greater SAS/ACHS community and volunteers from in and around Arlington. Workshops ran for 30-minute sessions, throughout the school day, with snack and lunch breaks. Fruit was donated school-wide as a healthy snack, and workshops are tailored to each age group from 3-years-old to 14-years-old! Students also attended two large assemblies; one featuring Ball in the House, a local acapella group, and one featuring live animals focusing on the importance of environmental wellness and sustaining wildlife. this special day highlight the varied and creative ways we can promote a healthy lifestyle into our daily lives.

JAM SESSION

“Jam Session” began at Arlington Catholic High School in September 2024. A senior student Matthew Kreimeyer, introduced himself to me one day and asked very kindly if he could practice his guitar in one of the rooms during his free time and after school. The conversation then expanded into what if we began a “Jam Session” during our WIN period and invited students who played rock instruments to join in an organized session. WIN period stands for “What I Need” and it is a chance for students to participate in clubs of their choice. Jam Session meets on Wednesdays and we encourage students to join who already play instruments. Currently we have two female singers, a few guitarists, two drummers, a bass and keyboard.

During this grassroots conversation we were given permission to use instruments that were abandoned in a closet and began setting up our space. The students created rules for the space since it is a shared space and they are responsible for following the guidelines. One WIN period a student was giving tours to a few prospective students for next year. They entered our room and enjoyed the students working on a Smashing Pumpkins song. When they returned to the enrollment center, they talked about how much they enjoyed the session. After our session was finished, I stopped by the enrollment center and talked about the students that came to visit. This conversation turned into “what if we featured a ‘Coffee House’ during our open houses to show what we do”… and that is how The Cougar Coffee House was created. Our next “Cougar Coffee House, will be on February 11 at 5pm in the Library. Our Jam Session band will play and performances w ill include other students that would like to be involved.

Currently the students are working on songs for the ACDC Christmas show and a playlist consisting of Harry Styles, Bruno Mars, The Cranberries and The Beatles. Music is a great way to build community as it brings people together, fosters a sense of belonging, and creates lasting connections.

Spring 2024 Inductees

Andrew Airasian

Sophia Buttiri

Nicole Clarke

Alexa Conley

Sorcha Donnelly

Daniela Doto

Keira Edwards

Grace Finnerty

Francis Flaherty

Asia Gaston

Jane Goodwin

Maria Hedgepeth

Maureen Hennessy

Emma Hirsch

Caitlin Lombard

Cameron Magee

Lia Maniccia

Emma McGeoghean

Luna Mico

Emily O’Brien

SFrancesca Occeus

Coleman O’Neill

Alyssa Osborn

Meghan Ivester

Sophia Jamieson

Benjamin Kelly

Connor Kiely

Dain Kim

Andrew Landry

Isabella Pacheco

Ian Pham

Ryan Porcaro

Annabelle Rogers

Riley Rose

Kaitlin Rumley

Nicholas Sousa

Delia Terry

Paraskevi Terzides

Matthew Toland

Joshua Tranchina

Courtney Wright

National Honor Society Induction Ceremony

Write

up

by Caitlin Lombard

The National Honor Society is a club that empowers and equips students with the knowledge and skills to be transformative leaders in their school, community, and beyond. Members of this club follow the four pillars of the National Honor Society: Scholarship, Service, Leadership, and Character. While participating in many service projects with fellow members, this club helps students become the school’s leaders and role models for the underclassmen.

The induction ceremony at Saint Agnes Parish follows the application and acceptance process. This ceremony is a formal event where present members, inductees, fellow classmates, and parents come to watch, participate, and support. Many gather in the church while inductees sit in the front row with their parents/guardians. As the ceremony begins, present members speak on their time spent in The National Honor Society, what they learned from it, and how it helped them grow. Teachers speak on the honor of being a member of the society and how it helps form students to have lifelong skills and leadership abilities helping to prepare them for the future. Overall the ceremony is a beautiful celebration filled with photographs, applause, and a church filled with many who are endlessly proud of the inductees and all they have accomplished.

NHS Officers (2023-24)

President – Makenna Smith Flame of Knowledge

Vice President – Christina Arria Flame/Pillar of Scholarship

Secretary – Sofia Giangrande Flame/Pillar of Character

Treasurer – Ema Battista Flame/Pillar of Leadership

Public Relations/Historian –

Emma Chisholm

Flame/Pillar of Service

Faculty Advisor – Ria Davey

National JUNIOR Honor Society Induction Ceremony

The National Junior Honor Society (NJHS) is an organization that fosters the values of Scholarship, Leadership, Service, Citizenship, and Character at the middle school level. Students who are inducted into the organization are recognized for exemplifying these core values. Involvement in NJHS gives students the opportunity to further develop as a leader in their school, community, and beyond.

The 2024 Induction Ceremony for National Junior Honor Society was held on April 11th at St. Agnes Church. Twentyone 7th grade students from Saint Agnes School were inducted as new members in the presence of their families, instructors, and current NJHS members.

NJHS Officers

(SPRING 2024)

President

Addison Goodwin

Vice President

Abigail Young

Secretary

Tyler Cataldo

Treasurer

Grace McIsaac

Historian

Megan Stephan

Faculty Advisor

Daniel McGlathery

Ceremony Credits

Welcome – Dr. Daniel McGlathery,

Chapter Advisor

Invocation – Fr. Christopher Boyle

NJHS Student Address – Luke Charchaflian

Explanation of the Five Pillars of NJHS

Claire Brockman – Scholarship

Daniel Carrillo – Service

Marina Styrcula – Leadership

Madilyn Richardson – Character Marisa Hackley – Citizenship

Spring 2024 Inductees (Current 7th Graders)

Ava Berte

Sofia Boatwright

Gabriel Cabezas

Abigail Capobianco

Henry Dodge

Henry Drapeau

Mia Flanagan

Sarah Frawley

Allegra Gately

Jacob Greene

Riley Kim

Bianca Leo

Victoria Morreale

Luke Nanopoulos

Ivy Nash

Sabine Ramey

Olivia Savoy

Darcy Serpa

Carmen Ward

Caleigh Wright

Olivia Young

National LATIN EXAM

Left column: SAS Award Recipients

Right column: Arlington Catholic High School Award Recipients

Establishment of the AC Italian Honor Society

In 2024, Italian instructor Tiziana Savoca founded the Arlington Catholic chapter of the National Italian Honor Society (Società Onoraria Italica). The purpose of this program is to recognize student achievement and excellence in Italian, as well as to promote a greater understanding and appreciation of Italian culture and civilization.

On June 12, 2024, the first Italian Honor Society Induction Ceremony was held in the St. Joseph’s Chapel at Arlington Catholic. The first students to be inducted into the Italian Honor Society were Nikki Clarke ‘25, Maria Hedgepath ‘25, and Luna Mico ‘25. The families

In 2024, Arlington Catholic School/ Saint Agnes School finished #2 in the state of Massachusetts, the United States, and globally, in the global rankings of all schools and programs whose students achieved Perfect Scores on the 2024 National Latin Exam! Our school also finished #1 in the state of Massachusetts, the United States, and globally among private schools and Roman Catholic schools!

High School Awards:

7 Perfect Scores + Gold Medals

5 Gold Medals

4 Silver Medals

Total: 16

Middle School Awards:

13 Perfect Scores + Gold Medals

8 Gold Medals

4 Silver Medals

2 Magna Cum Laude Certificates

2 Cum Laude Certificates

Total: 29

of the inductees were invited to attend the ceremony and had the honor of presenting each inductee with their honor chord.

2023-2024 Italian Honor Society Inductees:

Luna Mico ‘25 (President)

Nikki Clarke ‘25 (Vice President)

Maria Hedgepath ‘25 (Secretary & Treasurer)

Arlington Catholic High School Awards

Perfect Scores + Gold Medals

• Intermediate Latin Exam 2

Nicholas Sousa

• Intermediate Latin Exam 1

Janelle Casanova-DeJesus

Jameson Gonzalez

• Beginning Latin Exam 2

Addison Goodwin

• Beginning Latin Exam 1

Brooke Curran

Elizabeth Mansen

Diane Pedrini

Gold Medals

• Intermediate Latin Exam 2

Tyler Gonzalez

• Intermediate Latin Exam 1

Connor Arroyo-Cody

Maddy Carl

Ronan Simpson

• Beginning Latin Exam 2

Will Zani

Silver Medals

• Beginning Latin Exam 1

Thomas Beggan

John Mulligan

• Introduction to Latin Exam

Jyllian Farmer

Katie Mansen

Saint Agnes Middle School Awards

Perfect Scores + Gold Medals

• Beginning Latin Exam 2

8th Grade: Claire Brockman, Marisa Hackley, Marina Styrcula

• Beginning Latin Exam 1

7th Grade: Mia Flanagan, Allegra Gately, Sabine Ramey

• Introduction to Latin Exam

7th Grade: Darcy Serpa, Carmen Ward

6th Grade: Mary Cate Cahill, Gabriella Mailhot, Clara Marino, Connor Mullin, Liv Sylvestre

Gold Medals

• Beginning Latin Exam 2

8th Grade: Julie Daublain, Madilyn Richardson

• Beginning Latin Exam 1

8th Grade: Virginia Sallum

7th Grade: Abigail Capobianco

• Introduction to Latin Exam

6th Grade: Margaret Feeney, Angelo Samary Marques, Eleanor Semon, Lucy Trzcinka

Silver Medals

• Beginning Latin Exam 1

8th Grade: Michael Watkins

• Introduction to Latin Exam

6th Grade: Miloh Chiou-Meggette, Colin McClain, Keegan Mullin

Magna Cum Laude Certificate

• Beginning to Latin Exam 1

8th Grade: Daniel Carrillo

• Introduction to Latin Exam

8th Grade: Marlo Walsh

Cum Laude Certificate

• Introduction to Latin Exam

6th Grade: Connor Hache, Mateo Ripoll-Maroto

SCHOLASTIC ART AWARDS

Arlington Catholic High School

had 4 winning entries in the 2024 National Scholastic Art Awards! The student artists who won awards were Silvy Dias ‘27, Jonas Xu ‘25, and Elizabeth Piotrowski ‘26.

Artwork by Silvy Dias (above and left)

Artwork by Elizabeth Piotrowski

Artwork by Jonas Xu

ACDC PRESENTS...

So You Wanna Be a Cheerleader? Fall ‘23

In November 2023, Arlington Catholic Drama Club performed their fall play So You Wanna Be a Cheerleader? in Barton Hall. The show was not only studentperformed, but also student-directed.

This comedy play follows a cheerleading squad searching for a fifth member in order to qualify for Nationals, leading to a hilarious and absurd series of tryouts as a wide array of characters try to become the newest member of the high school cheer squad.

Cast List (In order of appearance)

Britney Janelle Casanova-Dejesus ‘25

Britnee ................................ Lizzie Mansen ‘26

Brittani Nora Simpson ‘26

Kevin .................................. Jude Lowery ‘26

Taylor Sorcha Donnelly ‘25

Patti Marconi Ellie Mullen ‘25

Debra Morris ..................... Anna Magnon ‘27

Goth Girl Veronica Kemmett ‘26

Musical Theater Girl......... Anna Samary-Marques ‘26

McNubbins Jimmy Gacao Matsalia ‘24

Martha................................ Courtney Wright ‘25

Bert Ronan MacDonald ‘26

Gladys ................................ Cameron Katz ‘25

Jaime Maureen Hennessy ‘26

Prudence Goodfellow ...... Emmanuel Carrillo ‘27

Giant Gorilla Tyler Cataldo ‘27

Pirate .................................. Ava Ricard ‘25

Influencer Madlee St. Cyr ‘26

Gospel Chorus .................. Ronan MacDonald ‘26, Anna Samary-Marques ‘26, Anna Magno ‘27, Maureen Hennessy ‘26, Emmanuel Carrillo ‘27, Courtney Wright ‘25

Hall N Oates .......................... Tyler Cataldo ‘27, Ronan Simpson ‘27

Max Gio Bard ‘27

Britnie Danielle Lionel ‘24

Production Team/Crew

Director .............................. Jess Jacobs ‘24

Stage Manager Melissa Venant ‘25

Tech/Stage Crew ............... Alex Cataldo ‘25, Nikki Clarke ‘25, Luna Mico ‘25, Justin Hamilton ‘25, Leia Ahmad ‘26

Getting To Know You Spring ‘24

On Friday, April 5, 2024, the Arlington Catholic Drama Club performed a musical revue entitled Getting To Know You! The revue consisted of songs from various musicals, as well as an original, student-written song.

Song List

Set One

“Getting To Know You” (Original Song)

“No One Is Alone” ...........................................

“Six”

“Popular”

“Come Together” .............................................

“Drink With Me”

“Consider Yourself” ........................................

Courtney Wright & Company

Maureen Hennessy, Luna Mico, Lizzie Mansen, Madlee Saint-Cyr

Danielle Lionel, Sorcha Donnelly, Ellie Mullen, Anna Samary Marques, Nora Simpson, & Liv McDonough

Jess Jacobs

Ava Ricard, Company & Chorus

Beckett Maffei, Maria Hedgepeth, Maureen Hennessy, Jude Lowery, Madlee Saint-Cyr, Veronica Kemmett, Anna Magno, & Emmanuel Carrillo

Anna Samary Marques & Company

“You’ve Got A Friend” The Junior Class

“Seventeen”.......................................................

Set Two

“I See Stars” ......................................................

“Friendship”

“Happiness” (A Tribute To Matignon) .........

“Don’t Let Me Go”

“Friends”

“Partners In Crime” ........................................

“The Cougar Song”

“Old Friends” ...................................................

Nora Simpson, Liv McDonough & Co.

Ellie Mullen & Cast

Lizzie Mansen & Nora Simpson

Maureen Hennessy, Kayli DiFeo, Veronica Kemmett, & Jude Lowery

Veronica Kemmett

Sorcha Donnelly & Courtney Wright

Jude Lowery & Anna Magno

Ms. Dooley, Mr Heald, & Students

Beckett Maffei, Emmanuel Carrillo, & Anna Magno

“Chiquitita” The Senior Class

“From Now On” ...............................................

Production Team

Director

Music Director

Vocal Coach .....................................................

Choreographers

The Cougar Song Lyrics .................................

Sound Technician

Light Technician ..............................................

Spot Operator

Emmanuel Carillo & Company

Mrs. Samantha McNeill

Mr. Rick Scalise ‘92

Mrs. Kate Duval

Anna Samary Marques ‘26, Alex Cataldo ‘25, Lizzie Mansen ‘26, Katie Mansen ‘27

Lizzie Mansen ‘26

Tyler Valente ‘26

Tyler Cataldo ‘27

Ronan Simpson ‘27

The Night Shift Before Christmas Fall ‘23

In December 2023, Saint Agnes Drama Club performed their annual Christmas musical — The Night Shift Before Christmas! This story follows the staff at Falafel House, the sleepy little town of Bethlehem’s 24-hour diner, whose normal nightly routine of serving their local community is unexpectedly disrupted by good news of great joy — the reported birth of the long-awaited Savior.

In order to give as many of our talented students the opportunity to take part in the performance, there were two casts: the Blue Cast and the Gold Cast.

SAS PRESENTS...

Cast List (In order of appearance)

Flo ....................................... Violet Nash (6)

Mo Luke Palmteer (6)/Jaden St. Marie (6)

Lydia ................................... Olivia Sylvestre (6) / Everly Tavilla (5)

Ms. Hala Grace Moriarty (6) / Zoë Flanagan (5)

Tommy Sammy Jacobs (6) / Valentina Alonge (4)

Tammy/Timmy Ellie Semon (6) / Eddie Kasili (6)

Biff Averie Douglas (6)

Buffy ................................... Sydney LaCava (6)

Skip Sophia Rynne (6)

Scamp ................................. Ana Djuragic (6)

Ben Addyson McSweeney (6)

Lisa ..................................... Ariana Underwood (6)

Josh Gabriel Carrillo (5) / Molly Slater (5)

Mary ................................... Emma Cahill (3)

Joseph Samuel Verdieu (3)

Angel .................................. Haven Douglas (3)

Ensemble Ellie Albiani (5), Bryn Baker (4), Sofia Bonilla (4), Charley Keefe (4), Camden Libby (4), Cora Mitchell (4), Abigail Nsubuga (4), Nikita Radochia (4), Fiona Simpson (4), Noah Valentim (4), Isabella Zuccaro (4), Clara Carrillo (3), Alexandra Chu (3), Angelina El-khoury (3), Thomas Murphy (3), Rose Slater (3)

Production Team/Crew

Director...................................................................Ms. Rebecca McAuliffe

Musical Director.....................................................Ms. Rebecca McAuliffe

Assistant Directors.................Ms. Alyssa Lepore & Mr. Brian Smallwood

Technical Director..................................................Ms. Rebecca McAuliffe

Choreography by........................Mrs. Amy Zorio, Ms. Rebecca McAuliffe, Ms. Alyssa Lepore, Mia Flanagan (7), 6th Grade Cast

Members

Lighting Design...........................................Ms. McAuliffe & Mrs. McNeill

Set Design.............................................................................Ms. McAuliffe

Tech/Stage Crew........................Marie Martinez (8), Gabriel Cabezas (7), Kamdyn Douglas (7), John Drapeau (7), Mia Flanagan (7), Rowan Gilligan (7), Amelia LaFauci (7), Owen Lee (7), Culver Mei (7), Ivy Nash (7), Olivia Savoy (7), Maggie Feeney (6), Connor Mullin (6), Keegan Mullin (6), Benjamin Valentim (6), Luca Abbadessa (5), Shaun Channer (5), Bella Colon (5), Vivian McBride (5), Emrys Mei (5), GiGi Parisi (5)

ACDC PRESENTS...

In February 2024, Arlington Catholic Drama Club performed Godspell, an upbeat musical retelling of Jesus’s ministry on Earth. Before the show opened to the public Thursday-Sunday, Saint Agnes School students had the opportunity to see the show first in special showings on Wednesday as part of the Catholic School Week festivities.

Cast List

Jesus. ................................... Lizzie Mansen ‘26

Judas Jess Jacobs ‘24

Morgan (Mary Magdalene) ... Danielle Lionel ‘24

Speaking Roles Beckett Maffei ‘25, Ronan McDonald ‘26, Maureen Hennessey ‘25, Nora Simpson ‘26, Anna SamaryMarques ‘26, Emmanuel Carrillo ‘27, Anna Magno ‘27, Courtney Wright ‘25, Olivia McDonough ‘27, Veronica Kemmett ‘26, Sorcha Donnelly ‘25, Madlee Saint-Cyr ‘26, Luna Mico ‘25, Danielle Lionel ‘24, Jess Jacobs ‘24

Music Solos

Day By Day Solo #1

.......... Nora Simpson ‘26 / Sorcha Donnelly ‘25

Day By Day Solo #2 .......... Anna Samary-Marques ‘26

Lessons Well Solo #1 Sorcha Donnelly ‘25

Lessons Well Solo #2 ........ Olivia McDonough ‘27

All Good Gifts Emmanuel Carrillo ‘27

Bless The Lord ................... Anna Magno ‘27

Light of the World Lead Veronica Kemmett ‘26

Light Harmony ................. Nora Simpson ‘26 / Anna Samary Marques ‘26

Lessons Well Reprise Olivia McDonough ‘27 & Emmanuel Carrillo ‘27

We Beseech Thee Courtney Wright ‘25

By My Side Lead ............... Madlee Saint-Cyr ‘26

By My Side Harmony Luna Mico ‘25

Godspell Winter ‘24

SAS PRESENTS...

Newsies Jr. Spring ‘24

For their Spring Musical, Saint Agnes School Drama Club performed the junior version of the Broadway show Newsies. The story takes the audience back in time to New York City during the summer of 1899. The streets are hustling and bustling. Among the busy crowds are the hardest working kids in the city – the newsies. What starts out as a regular, mundane day of work for the newsies, turns into anything but with the catalytic arrival of a couple of new kids on the block. With the realization of their poor working conditions along with the help of a few courageous and fiercely loyal leaders, the newsies spark a powerful movement calling for change once and for all!

In order to give as many of our talented students the opportunity to perform, there was a Blue Cast and a Gold Cast.

Cast List (In order of appearance)

Role Blue Cast / Gold Cast (Grade)

Jack Kelly ........................... Gabriel Cabezas (7) / Olivia Young (7)

Crutchie ............................. Amelia LaFauci (7)

Katherine Plumber ........... Victoria Morreale (7)

Davey Luke Palmteer (6)

Les Violet Nash (6) / Nicholas Tchorz (4)

Joseph Pulitzer Jaden St. Marie (6)

Medda Larkin Sammy Jacobs (6) / Scarlette Belmont (7)

Wiesel ..................................... Rowan Gilligan (7) / Averie Douglas (6)

Race .................................... Mia Flanagan (7)

Albert ................................. Eddie Kasili (6)

Muriel Everly Tavilla (5)

Nancy Sofia Bonilla (4)

Specs Matty Moran (4)

Pigtails ................................ Grace Moriarty (6)

Hazel................................... Olivia Sylvestre (6)

Buttons .................................. Olivia Sylvestre (6) & Gabriel Carrillo (5)

Tommy Boy Kelly Beggan (6)

Romeo Gabriel Carrillo (5)

JoJo Cora Mitchell (4)

Spot Conlon Zoë Flanagan (5)

Scab 1 ................................. Rafa Martelli (4)

Scab 2 ................................. Noah Valentim (4)

Scab 3 ................................. Colin Fucetola (4)

Morris Delancey Ivy Nash (7)

Oscar Delancey* Addyson McSweeney (6)

Bunsen/Brooklyn Newsie Caleigh Wright (7)

Seitz/Brooklyn Newsie Kamdyn Douglas (7)

Hannah/Brooklyn Newsie... Ellie Semon (6)

Snyder ................................ Sophia Rynne (6)

Ada/Brooklyn Newsie ...... Bryn Baker (4)

Olive/Brooklyn Newsie Fiona Simpson (4)

Ethel/Brooklyn Newsie Valentina Alonge (4)

Gov. Teddy Roosevelt Benjamin Valentim (6)

Pat/Police Officer .............. Abigail Nsubuga (4)

Dorothy .............................. Abigail Capobianco (7)

Bill....................................... Charley Keefe (4)

Darcy Anthony Morreale (5)

Woman Izzy Zuccaro (4)

Police Chief** Nikita Radochia (4)

Customer Mr. Brian Smallwood

Director & Music Director ... Rebecca McAuliffe

Production Team/Crew

Assistant Directors Brian Smallwood & Alyssa Lepore

Choreography by ............... Rebecca McAuliffe, Sam McNeill, Sarah Frawley (7), Victoria Morreale (7), Maddie Richardson (8), Gabby LaRosa (8)

Lighting Design .................. Rebecca McAuliffe & Sam McNeill

Set Design ............................ Rebecca McAuliffe

Stage Crew ........................... Daniel Carrillo (8), Owen Lee (7), Culver Mei (7), John Drapeau (7), Riley Kim (7), Maeva Saint-Dic (7), Maggie Feeney (6), Tedy Manfredi (6), Mateo Ripoll-Maroto (6), Taryn Butler (5), Bella Colon (5), Ian Dodge (5), Nicholas El-khoury (5), Izzy Kim (5), Vivian McBride (5), Emrys Mei (5), Anthony Morreale (5), GiGi Parisi (5)

Culture DAY 2024

Second Annual Culture Day

On Friday, April 12, the Student Diversity Council hosted the second annual Culture Day for Arlington Catholic students and staff. Students shared cultural pictures, costumes, and delicious foods from the many cultures represented at Arlington Catholic. We appreciate the opportunity to grow and learn more about our world. We believe that we are more alike than different, and we can make a difference in the world. This celebration not only educates others about different cultures, but also nurtures cultural awareness within the students themselves. Thank you to the students and staff who contributed to this special day.

List of Countries Represented: Albania, The Bahamas, Brazil, Bulgaria, Cameroon, Canada, China, Guatamala, Haiti, Italy, Kenya, Mexico, Portugal, Puerto Rico, Slovenia, and Uganda.

WINTER SPORTS

Boys Basketball

Girls Basketball

Cheerleading

Boys Ice Hockey

Girls Ice Hockey

Indoor Track

Swimming

Baseball

Boys Lacrosse

Girls Lacrosse

Softball

Boys Tennis

Girls Tennis

Track & Field

SPRING SPORTS

Cheerleading

Cross

Field

Football

Golf

Boys

Girls

Volleyball

FALL SPORTS

ACHS ICE HOCKEY

The 2023-24 boys ice hockey team built off its previous years’ success by earning a spot in the MIAA State Ice Hockey Final 4. The team was captained by senior Pat Mozuch, juniors Nico Tashjian and Patrick Clair, and sophomore Stephen Constantine.

The team finished the season with an overall record of 9 wins, 11 losses and 1 tie; ranking second in the Catholic Central League (5-2-1). Entering the postseason as the #18 seed, the Cougars successfully won 3 games in upset fashion. Holding off #15 Shrewsbury, upending #2 Pope Francis, and outdueling #10 Marshfield in an exciting shootout before losing to #11 Winchester in sudden death overtime, just one game short of earning a trip to the Boston Garden for the State Championship.

The hard-working team dealt with many adversities on and off the ice throughout the season. Coach Curt Colarullo ‘97 credits the team’s ability to come together and shut out the outside noise during the tournament run.

“We had a great group of kids who by the end of the year were really playing for each other. With each win in the playoffs, the confidence grew in the locker room and the kids truly believed in each other. Unfortunately, we just ran out of gas in the last game, losing in overtime, but we view the season as a great success and hope to build off it next season.”

The team had some great high points during the season while playing a very difficult schedule. Midway through the season, the team faced off against #1 seed St John’s Prep in Arlington. In a

game most of the hockey community checked off as a St. John’s win, the AC boys played outside themselves all night. With starting goalie Patrick Clair out due to illness, Senior goalie Alex Neves stood in for what was the game of his life. Making several acrobatic saves, he kept the puck out long enough for the Cougars to take a 2-0 lead into the third period. St. John’s would score once, but Nico Taashjian would put the icing on the cake with his second goal of the game sliding the puck into the empty net.

Throughout the regular season, the team showed its tenacity, winning several close games, including two in overtime. These efforts prepared them for their memorable postseason run while also earning some love along the way. At the end of the season, Poland Spring held a competition for “Team of the Year”, where the fans voted for the best team of the year. The whole AC community, past and present, showed up when it counted in a strong online voting campaign voting the Cougars in an overwhelming fashion, the “2023-24 Team of the Year”.

Some individual accolades in a successful season...

CCL All Stars: Juniors Patrick Clair and Nico Tashjian, and Sophomore Stephen Constantine

CCL Goalie of the Year: Patrick Clair

Boston Herald All Scholastic: Patrick Clair

Mass Hockey Hobey Baker Award: Alex Neves

Boston Bruins Sportsmanship Award: Kyle Young

Thank you to our generous sponsors!

Demoulas Foundation

Boston City FC

Keefe Funeral Home

John O’Donoghue AC ‘71

Cubby Oil & Energy

Vocell Bus Company, Inc.

Earthworks Landscaping Co., Inc.

FACTS

Geskus Studios & Yearbook Publishing

System4 of Boston

Axial Financial Group

Citius Printing and Graphics LLC

Coughlin Family

Flagship Press

Frank & Marisa Doherty and Family

Harris Plumbing & Heating

Karas + Karas Glass

Ken Hintlian

Knights of Columbus

Mike Pallotta, Realtor

O’Donnell and Tessitore LLP

Pigott Electric Company

Powderly & Sons Plumbing & Heating

Proforma Printing & Promotion

Saint Agnes Parish

Santini Construction

GOLF TOURNAMENT

Saint Agnes School/Arlington Catholic High School Memorial Golf Tournament honoring Monsignor John J. Linnehan

The 32nd Annual Saint Agnes School/Arlington Catholic High School Golf Tournament, honoring Monsignor John J. Linnehan, was held on Monday, April 29, 2024, at the beautiful Indian Ridge Country Club in Andover, MA. With perfect weather and a whole field of golfers, the day was nothing short of unforgettable.

We would like to extend our heartfelt thanks to our alumni, sponsors, and all those who participated in making this event a tremendous success. Your generosity and support helped raise over $30,000, benefiting our students and strengthening our school community. We are deeply grateful to everyone who contributed to creating such a unique and impactful day. Thank you for your continued dedication and commitment to our mission!

Alumni golfers

Alumni Participants

Daniel Bandar ‘87

Daniel Boudreau ‘01

Paul Buckley ‘84

Anthony Burgess ‘92

Curt Colarullo ‘97

Edward Coughlin ‘84

Bernard Doherty, Jr. ‘84

Corey Donovan ‘10

Riley Donovan ‘19

Shane Donovan ‘12

Owen Doyon ‘17

Stephen Feeney ‘72

Richard Gigante ‘01

Thomas Grogan ‘72

John Hurd ‘01

Tim Keefe ‘03

Brian Kennedy ‘94

William Kennedy ‘72

Stacie Pallotta Knight ‘77

Christopher Koury ‘81

Michael Lepore ‘06

James Lister ‘04

Robert Mahoney ‘69

Michael Marchese ‘87

Matthew Michienzi ‘02

Nicholas Michienzi ‘04

Daniel O’Neill ‘93

Michael Pallotta ‘81

Mike Pallotta ‘10

Charles Pigott ‘83

Charlie Pigott ‘15

John Pigott ‘85

Carol Porter ‘86

Michael Roche ‘80

Brett Santini ‘95

James Scalisi ‘95

Joseph Shutt 83

Todd Sloper ‘92

Austin Smith ‘76

Ryan Southard ‘95

Francis Sullivan ‘75

Mark Sullivan ‘72

William Trainor ‘01

Andrew Uglietto ‘13

Brian White ‘94

Golf Committee

Tom Fitzgerald ‘71

Charlie Uglietto ‘79, P ‘13

Tim Keefe ‘03

John Donato ‘86

Ed Nolan, P ‘21

Tom Porter, P ‘86

Mike Pallotta ‘81, P ‘08 ‘10

Mike Pallotta ‘10

SAS/ACHS Staff Support

Serge Clivio – Asst. Director of Athletics

Alecia Connolly – Marketing & Communications

Patricia Crane – Director of Enrollment

Gabriella Foderaro – Development

Dr. Andrew Keough – President

Betty Lally – Guidance Administrative Assistant

Maura Lavalle – Director of Finance

Sr. Barbara McHugh, CSJ – Alumni Ambassador

Erica Ribeiro – Director of Development

Bob Sacca – Facilities

Dan Shine – Director of Athletics

Shannon Sullivan – Strategic Coordinator

Katie (Pallotta) Waitt – Asst. Director of Enrollment

Matt Wever – Facilities

GOLF TOURNAMENT

SEPTEMBER 2024

Thank you to our generous sponsors!

Market Basket/Demoulas Foundation

Donnelly’s

Keefe Funeral Home

Cubby Oil & Energy

John O’Donoghue ‘71/O’Donoghue Insurance Agency

Boston City FC

Vocell Bus Company

Citius Printing & Graphics

FACTS

Geskus Studios & Yearbook Publishing System4 of Boston

Albiani Management Company

Arlington Knights of Columbus: Council 109

Callahan Legal Associates, LLC

The Coughlin Family

Cubby Oil & Energy

DeVito Funeral Home

Earthworks Landscaping Co., Inc

East Cambridge Savings Bank

Flagship Press

Frank & Marisa Doherty & Family

JL McCabe Builders Inc.

Karas and Karas Glass

Marchelle Salone

Mike Pallotta, Realtor

O’Donnell & Tessitore LLP

Pigott Electric Co., Inc

Playa Bowls

Powderly & Sons Pumbing & Heating, Inc.

Recinito Family: Mary Beth (Walsh) ‘88, Jim Walsh ‘88, Lynn ‘90, Jay ‘95, Kathryn ‘97, Francie ‘01, John ‘26, Charlie ‘29

Rotary Club of Arlington

Saint Agnes Parish Santini Inc.

Saint Agnes School/Arlington Catholic High School Memorial Golf Tournament honoring Monsignor John J. Linnehan

Our 33rd Annual Monsignor John J. Linnehan Golf Tournament was a great success! Held on Monday, September 16th, the event brought together almost 150 golfers for a memorable day at the Indian Ridge Country Club, where perfect weather set the stage for an unforgettable experience. Participants enjoyed a fun-filled day, with excitement at every hole during the shotgun start, followed by a dinner to cap off the day.

This year, we were privileged to have the support of a generous group of sponsors. We also had an array of exciting raffles and silent auction items, including coveted Patriots and Bruins tickets and a luxurious Florida condo getaway. Strong alumni, parents, and friends participated in the tournament, making the event memorable.

We extend our heartfelt gratitude to our donors, whose unwavering support made this event possible, and our dedicated golf tournament committee for their tireless efforts. Thanks to everyone involved, the event raised over $50,000 for the Annual Fund, furthering our mission and strengthening our community.

Class of ‘84 Alumni

Alumni Participants

Zachary Blanch ‘13

Brett Boczenowski ‘97

Paul Buckley ‘84

Nicholas Clemente ‘13

Ronald Coiro ‘13

Brian Coughlin ‘86

Edward Coughlin ‘84

Corey Donovan ‘10

Riley Donovan ‘19

Shane Donovan ‘12

William Fallon ‘71

Stephen Feeney ‘72

Daniel Graham ‘11

Thomas Grogan ‘72

Austin Hall ‘20

Christopher Hall ‘86

Anthony Iacopucci ‘05

Joseph Iacopucci ‘01

Jeffrey Keefe ‘03

Tim Keefe ‘03

Brian Kennedy ‘94

David Kennedy ‘67

Stacie Pallotta Knight ‘77

James Lister ‘04

Robert Lynch ‘72

John MacDonald ‘84

Michael Marchese ‘87

Michael McGlynn ‘71

Matthew Michienzi ‘02

Nicholas Michienzi ‘04

Glenn Murray ‘84

Paul Napolitano ‘91

Patrick Noonan ‘05

Michael Pallotta ‘81

Mike Pallotta ‘10

Charles Pigott ‘83

Charlie Pigott ‘15

John Pigott ‘85

Carol Porter ‘86

James Recinito ‘95

Jamie Ricciardi ‘12

Brett Santini ‘95

James Scalisi ‘95

Caroline Smith ‘13

Ryan Soderquist ‘95

Golf Committee

Tom Fitzgerald ‘71

Charlie Uglietto ‘79, P ‘13

Tim Keefe ‘03

John Donato ‘86

Ed Nolan, P ‘21

Tom Porter, P ‘86

Mike Pallotta ‘81, P ‘08 ‘10

Mike Pallotta ‘10

Tom Yewcic (In Memoriam)

Event Volunteers

Tom Fitzgerald ‘71

Julie Hall, P ‘20 ‘22 ‘26

Ed Nolan, P ‘21

Diana Kresien ‘84

SAS/ACHS Staff Support

Michelle (Famolare) Casey – Director of Advancement

Serge Clivio – Asst. Director of Athletics

Alecia Connolly – Marketing & Communications

Patricia Crane – Director of Enrollment

Gabriella Foderaro – Development

Dr. Andrew Keough – President

Betty Lally – Guidance Administrative Assistant

Maura Lavalle – Director of Finance

Sr. Barbara McHugh, CSJ – Alumni Ambassador

Bob Sacca – Facilities

Dan Shine – Director of Athletics

Shannon Sullivan – Strategic Coordinator

Katie (Pallotta) Waitt – Asst. Director of Enrollment

Matt Wever – Facilities

Alumni golfers

Alumni SPOTLIGHT

Class of ‘14 ACHS Michael Evarista Bonetti

Leading with Integrity and a Commitment to Service!

Graduated 2014 from Arlington Catholic High School • Awarded Msgr. John J. Linnehan Award 2014

Michael Evarista Bonetti is a life-long Bostonian with his roots in the historic neighborhood of the North End. From a young age, Michael has been involved in many community and local affairs, seeking a position in his local neighborhood council to advocate on behalf of residents in need of elderly or affordable housing. He represented his neighborhood and later the entirety of Boston’s District One on behalf of former City Councilor (now State Senator) Lydia Edwards as her Chief of Staff.

Following his tenure in the Boston City Council, Michael served under Mayor Michelle Wu as her Deputy Director of Special Events in the Economic Opportunity and Inclusion Cabinet. While serving in this role, Michael was instrumental in production and marketing of events that are free and open to the public across the City of Boston. Some of these events include, but are not limited to, the Mayor’s State of the City Address, The Earthshot Prize and welcoming the Prince and Princess of Wales to Boston, the reopening of Boston City Hall Plaza, and Mayor Michelle Wu’s Enchanted Trolley Tour.

Michael now serves in Governor Maura Healey’s administration as Chief Engagement Officer for the Massachusetts Department of Transportation under Secretary Monica TibbitsNutt where he works on different events and large-scale projects across the Commonwealth that engage communities, cities, and neighborhoods.

Michael is a proud product of Catholic schools, continuing until his graduation from

Arlington Catholic High School in 2014. Michael later graduated with honors from both his undergraduate and graduate studies at Suffolk University with a Masters of Science in Marketing.

In his spare time, Michael serves as the newly elected President of the Sant’ Antonio Di Padova Da Montefalcione Society that organizes the annual Saint Anthony’s Feast in Boston’s North End. Saint Anthony’s Feast has been and continues to be one of Michael’s greatest passions. In addition to this, Michael serves as the Master of Liturgical Ceremonies at Saint Leonard of Port Maurice Parish where he leads the most complex and important celebrations for the Catholic faith community of the North End. Most recently, Michael was appointed to the Greenway Conservancy Board of Directors where he works with many different stakeholders to ensure the Greenway is a space for everyone.

Michael shares: Upon being asked to compose a write up on my faith and activities with the Catholic Church and faith community of the North End, I kept coming back to my upbringing – where my family installed a sincere devotion to our patron, Saint Anthony of Padova.

I’ll start from the very beginning when I first learned about Saint Anthony and my family connection to him. My grandfather, Mario Picardo, was a master carpenter by trade and was the first in our family to join Saint Anthony Society in the North End. Growing up on Thacher Ct. where the statue of Saint Anthony

used to be housed, Mario learned from a young age the religious and cultural importance of honoring the great saint of Padova, Italy and creating a legacy to be followed. In the early 1980’s, learning the need for a new outdoor chapel for the statue of Saint Anthony to be kept during the weekend of the feast, Mario spent countless hours during the cold winter months constructing a beautiful shrine and in the following years constructed a matching bandstand. Using his talents, these became icons of Saint Anthony’s Feast and were brought to Washington DC in 1988 (one year after his sudden and unexpected death) for the Folklife Festival where the North End Feasts and Mario were honored.

Though never meeting my grandfather, I learned about him and my mother kept his memory alive through her nearly 40 year devotion of carrying Saint Anthony’s ribbon during the feast. I quickly became enthralled with everything feast! Growing up next door to Saint Anthony’s Club, I used to love to spend time visiting the club, befriending members, and aspiring to be a “future president.” All the North End Feasts are important and beautiful traditions of honoring our saints, but Saint Anthony’s is special to me.

In addition to the feast, I am heavily involved in the faith community of the North End, volunteering my time at Saint Leonard of Port Maurice Parish – my parish. I started as an Acolyte at a young age and quickly grew to become a Lector, Eucharistic Minister, and now Master of Liturgical Ceremonies where I plan and execute some of the church’s most complex and important liturgies. The role of a Master of Ceremony in the church is not just to be organized and make the liturgy look nice, but to allow the Celebrant to pray and the Congregation to understand the significance of every part of the Mass.

My love for both the parish and Saint Anthony Society is where I find pure happiness and these roles are not exclusive; they work together. In 2019, planning for the Centennial Anniversary

of Saint Anthony’s Feast, the Feast Committee at the time (I was just a new member), enlisted me to assist with the arrival of two major relics of Saint Anthony to come to the United States from Saint Anthony’s Basilica in Italy. Working through late nights and many calls and emails, we received confirmation from the Rector of the Basilica that the real presence of Saint Anthony – skin and bone of this great saint – were coming to be venerated at the feast. This would be only the third time that any major relics of Saint Anthony were coming to the feast and the first that two would arrive at the same time. The following year, though the feast was cancelled for the first time since World War II due to COVID, I enlisted the help of the Archdiocese of Boston to obtain a first-class relic of Saint Lucy for our sister society, Saint Lucy’s Feast, who was nearing their centennial year in 2021.

Honoring the life and legacy of my grandfather Mario, in the winter of 2021, with the assistance of my brother member, Joe Mantone, we embarked on an ambitious restoration project of Saint Anthony’s Bandstand – restoring it back to its former glory. For more than 6 months, Joe and I restored the bandstand to almost the original look Mario had designed it to be. Once again, Mario’s legacy of honoring Saint Anthony through his monuments to the feast had endured to live on.

My work with the church and great devotion to Saint Anthony have brought me to travel to Europe many, many times. Among the many travels and visits to Italy, there are some that stand more than most:

In 2016, I visited Padova to be with the faith community of Saint Anthony’s Basilica on his Feast Day - June 13th. There we celebrated the great miracle worker of Padova by venerating his tomb and participating in his procession through the streets of the city.

On May 24th, 2023, amongst all the pomp and circumstance and great fanfare, I had the great honor of greeting His Holiness Pope Francis

Vesting

Cardinal Mass

Fr. MPD Mass

Cardinal O’Malley

SAS Members Pope visitation

in Saint Peter’s Square following his General Audience. After exchanging a few words, I presented him with two medallions, one with the image of Saint Anthony and the other with the image of Saint Lucy, representing our two societies in the North End. I also presented the Holy Father with a white zucchetto and “switched” zucchetto’s with him - he placed the new one on his head and gave me his.

On February 18th, 2024, I had the honor of being vested into the Arciconfraternita di Sant’Antonio di Padova - based at his basilica in Padova, Italy. The Arciconfraternita is a society started shortly after the saint’s death that honors the life, teachings, and miracles of the wonderworker of Padova. To be vested is to become a new member of this confraternity of Saint Anthony. The vesting ceremony happens every year on the Feast of the Translation of Saint Anthony’s Relics, also known as the Feast of the Blessed Tongue.

Tradition goes that in 1263, among the amazement of Padova’s citizens, Bonaventure of Bagnoregio, Minister General of the Franciscans, during the examination of the Saint’s mortal remains, found Anthony’s tongue incorrupt despite the fact that the Saint had passed away over 30 years previously. This phenomenon remains inexplicable to science, and it is therefore accepted as a miracle by faith, seeing that the tongue, the instrument the Saint used during his preaching, remains incorrupt to this very day after all these centuries. The Tongue is held in a special reliquary in the Chapel of Relics at his Basilica.

Following the vesting ceremony, the members of the Arciconfraternita attend Holy Mass for this special feast in the basilica and follow with a procession of the saint’s relics through the church.

Alumni SPOTLIGHT

Class of ‘84 ACHS Meg Kenny

Both, And: Meg Kenny and the Art of Being More than One Thing

I am sitting with Meg Kenny, and for a moment we are not in her Founders Hall office any longer. We are in Arlington, Massachusetts, and it is the 1970s. We are in a finished basement playroom that is outfitted as a schoolhouse—desks, books, chalkboard, paper, pens and pencils—and Meg and her sisters are completely immersed in playing school. She and her sisters take turns being teacher and student, creating lessons and activities. Taking after their mother and grandmother, who both spent time as teachers, the sisters embrace the culture of teaching and learning.

Then we are outside on a street, lined with sidewalks, dotted with houses, and Meg and

dozens of other kids are out playing street hockey, wiffle ball, kick the can. Meg plays hard, and loves going to Red Sox games with all the neighborhood kids.

“Growing up, I was comfortable in both worlds; I loved school, and playing school . . . and I loved being out in our neighborhood.”

Like so many of us, Meg Kenny was more than one thing for as long as she can remember. The goldenrod and lime tint of the ’70s recedes, and the slate gray and navy present comes back into focus, and Meg is sitting across from me as Burr and Burton’s first woman Associate Head of School. She is headed into her 27th school year at BBA.

Statue

Holy Mass

Hired as a social studies teacher in 1998, Meg became the social studies department head within a few years, and in 2010 she was appointed dean of faculty, succeeding John Wright, who retired that year. In 2012, Headmaster Mark Tashjian named her Assistant Headmaster, replacing Steve Houghton who retired after 31 years. A few years later, her title shifted to “Associate” Head of School, acknowledging her critical role in running the daily operations: “Meg is the leader of our educational program. She’s a thought leader, she’s a people leader, she’s a kid leader—and so in all things day-to-day, she’s in command.”

Meg is known for being in command, for creating the very solid foundation on which faculty and staff create meaningful learning experiences for students. She works hard behind the scenes to guide the processes— sometimes nearly invisibly—that lead to progress at Burr and Burton. Meg is a person you go to to get things done.

In middle school, she attended a progressive program that is multi-age and integrated subject areas thematically. Meg credits this program with making connections that became an essential foundation for her learning to come.

From there, she says, “It was a funny transition” to the very structured local parochial high school where there were high standards for both academics and character. She recalls, “There were really high expectations for everyone . . . I was exposed to ideas and had to think critically. No one was telling me what to think.”

She is also a definitive figure in fostering and promoting the culture of care that is the very hallmark of Burr and Burton. Academic Dean Jen Hyatt, who has worked with Meg for nearly 20 years, says, “This place has an authentic feeling of care and community, and that is something Meg creates intentionally. The fact that she cares so deeply about people is one of her greatest strengths.”

She is both a strategic leader and an empathic one—and if that feels like a dichotomy, Meg’s leadership demonstrates that it’s a false one. It is possible to be both, and; it is possible to be more than one thing.

Meta

In Arlington, Meg, her sisters, and the kids on her street, walked to their neighborhood school. Early on, they also walked home for lunch, but then the school built a cafeteria, and the kids stayed there for lunch.

Meg reflects, “I loved my elementary school. It was a place where I felt known. There was so much love, care and nurturing. I can name all the teachers I had each year, and I can remember all these defining opportunities: the third grade Revolutionary War project I presented to the principal, my 5th grade classroom leadership role, our 6th grade camping trip.”

She pauses, “I was always a little meta— thinking about the way my teachers were teaching my classes. I was always noticing what helped me learn, and also what didn’t...”

“Those points in my own education really translated in my own teaching career in terms of the importance of seeing all kids as capable, and of meeting individual needs so each student can make the most of their education.”

It Wasn’t a Strategy

In college at Saint Michael’s in Burlington, Meg studied economics and decided to write her senior thesis on the economics of education. “I ended up going down this rabbit hole of the history and theory of public education. I really began to wrestle with—what is education really about? Is it about developing citizens? Productive workers? Or, is it about community? Is it about care? Is it about opportunity?”

Though she had initially resisted her family legacy, Meg realized that she did want to teach. She enrolled in an evening graduate program to become certified. Her graduate work included the keys to unlocking all the pedagogical choices she had been fascinated with throughout her childhood.

While in graduate school, Meg made another very important discovery—one that would impact her leadership and a generation of colleagues and students at Burr and Burton.

In high school, Meg had learned about Kohlberg’s stages of moral development and the cognitive development

behind those stages. Now she is reading educational philosophers like Carol Gilligan and Nel Noddings who have a slightly different take on things: “[They introduced the idea that] women make ethical and moral decisions based on relationships. That hit me really hard. I thought, that’s what I do... that was the first time I heard the term ethic of care.”

For Meg, on the precipice of a career in education, this was a groundbreaking concept: “That helped me see my ethic of care as a superpower. It gave me power. It allowed me to see how my deep care for others, my focus on relationships, my attentiveness— was a strength.”

She pauses, “It wasn’t a strategy; it’s just who I was.”

“I think it’s the same for BBA. We say, Burr and Burton is a place of care. That’s not a strategy; that’s just who we are.”

Both a Teacher and a Leader

She is sincere in crediting her mentors for her path to leadership, “There were leaders in the school who saw something in me that I think I didn’t even know was there, and then gave me an opportunity.” She continues, explaining that leadership was not a foregone conclusion: “Truly, I was not putting myself out there as an adolescent or even in college. I was in the background, observing, thinking. Certain people saw qualities in me that I didn’t see in myself. Then, I started to see it too.”

It wasn’t a strategy, but it was the awareness she began to build her career on. Meg lights up when she talks about her early days teaching at Shelburne Community School. There, with cooperating teacher Dick Carlson and the support of graduate professor Susan Kuntz and mentor Carol Smith, she began to practice and hone her student-centered teaching philosophy. Encouraged to apply for an unexpected opening, Meg quickly became a full-time teacher focused on identifying learners’ specific needs; she helped her students set individual goals and focused on process, progress, and product. She recalls the questions they explored, “What does a high-quality process look like in terms of revision or iteration or trying again? What does a high-quality product look like?”

Before long, leadership opportunities arose. She became the leader of her middle school team and participated in extensive professional development around studentcentered learning and assessment. Then she became part of a group that taught teachers at Middle School Institutes in Vermont and nationally.

“I really hope that I’m doing the same and passing that on and seeing the strengths in those around me.”

Arriving at Burr and Burton in 2008, Mark Tashjian was another leader who wanted Meg on his team. Meg had been teaching at Burr and Burton for ten years already, and Mark recalls, “She was the chair of the social studies department; then she became the dean of faculty, and she was great at that—she’s very empathic, and she’s also very strong.”

When longtime assistant headmaster Steve Houghton retired in 2012, Mark knew that Meg’s leadership strengths would complement his own in important ways: “She and I make a good team. Meg is collaborative throughout the school in a way that builds consensus around decisions—because those decisions are always informed by broader input and ideas.”

Jen Hyatt echoes this sentiment: “Meg is an educator and an administrator. She always makes decisions from a place of what’s best for students. She’s constantly reading, researching, learning and staying informed on best practices. She knows who she is as an educator. She knows what she believes in, and I deeply appreciate that.”

Reflecting, Jen is energized by the positive evolution that has happened at Burr and Burton: “I’m so thankful to have Meg as a thought partner in visioning and growing the academic program. In the 20 years I’ve been here, the academic offerings have expanded and become more integrative—most notably the Success Program, the Mountain Campus, the Farm and Food Studies courses at Hildene, and the faculty collaborations alongside Design and STEM integrationists. Structurally and pedagogically,

we’ve shifted to a focus on student engagement, which has created new and authentic learning opportunities for both faculty and students.”

A Professional and a Mom

Last spring, Meg’s youngest son, Will, walked across the stage as a graduate of the class of 2024. Her voice did not falter as she called his name, but there was a small pause as she took a moment to give her boy a hug.

Six years earlier, Meg performed a similar ritual for her eldest son, Jackson, at the Class of 2018 commencement ceremony. The pictures reveal a beaming, if tearful, embrace on a brilliant June day.

Like the many Burr and Burton faculty and staff who are also parents of students, the coexistence of personal and professional creates both a line to be tended and a source of great community alchemy.

Her inspiration, in this and other things, is her own mother: “I have to give my mom thanks—she’s just been my champion. She was a teacher, and then a single mom, and then went back to graduate school, earned another master’s degree and became a clinical counselor—but she did that and raised me and my siblings”

“She modeled being a professional and a mom. She brought her professional life into our home. I saw and knew the people she relied on as colleagues.”

She continues, “Colleagueship is so important to me. Every place that I’ve stayed for a long time, it’s been because of my colleagues. We spend a lot of time together; we have to feel like we can lean on each other and be supportive.”

Know and Be Known

For a moment, because I asked, we are talking about Barbie. In director Greta Gerwig’s 2023 film, which stirred a national conversation, the character Gloria launches into an iconic rant about the many paradoxes of being a modern woman.

At one point in the rant, Gloria says, “You have to be a boss, but you can’t be mean. You have to lead, but you can’t squash other people’s ideas. You’re supposed to love being

a mother, but don’t talk about your kids all the damn time. You have to be a career woman but also always be looking out for other people.”

I ask Meg what she thinks of this tension between women and ambition, between caring and leading. Has it been hard?

Then she does something extraordinary: She declines to be defined by the terms presented and instead presents her own: “For me, I just try to be authentic.” She pauses, “Part of that authenticity is continual self-awareness. When I’m assertive I try to be respectful and authentic.

Sometimes when I’m authentic, I show vulnerability and I show emotion, and I don’t back away from that. It’s okay with me to be uncomfortable and move through that.”

She laughs, “That’s growth though. You’re talking to me at 58. If I think of the arc of my career, I know there were times when I was younger when I would go home and think, I can’t believe that just happened. I don’t like how I handled that. I don’t like that I didn’t speak up.”

“I have become more comfortable.” She pauses. “I try to know and be known to people.”

Contemplating Burr and Burton’s 175 years of educating women, Meg is appreciative of that legacy: “When I learned that history, I was proud of it. That’s a point of pride for me and a lot of others who teach here.”

“That’s the power in the long history of the school—the importance of the school in the community. It’s so deep; the connections are so many.”

What is the work ahead?

The answer is also both, and: both education and supporting educators.

“Education today, more than ever, should be about educating for our democracy—more than ever we need citizens who can engage and think critically about the world around them and their role in that world.”

“At the same time, our systems need to change to reflect our commitment to work-life balance, our commitment to supporting families—our commitment to supporting educators, so they can do the best work on behalf of students.”

Alumni SPOTLIGHT

Class of ‘62 SAS, Class of ‘66 ACHS Patricia (Smith) Basteri

A Leader in the Field of Audiovisual Technology and Live Events

Upon sitting down with Pat (Smith) Basteri,

President

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CEO

of Stagedge.com, who graduated from Saint Agnes School in 1962 and Arlington Catholic in 1966, one immediately senses her warmth and genuine nature. She is an amazing listener with a steady gaze. She has a unique ability to make you feel as if you are the only person she will speak to that day and a gift for placing herself in another’s shoes. It is little wonder she has risen to the top of her field as her personalization and communication skills are elite.

Pat and her husband, Laurence, who developed his passion for audiovisual a mile down the road from Arlington Catholic at Arlington High School, started their company, massAV (which eventually became Stagedge)—over 50 years ago. They had a goal of, “bringing an audience-focused approach to business events.” In layman’s terms, their company sought to help other companies engage their clients and audiences through visually engaging messaging, content, staging, and technology in a variety of forums or events. If you have ever attended a large business presentation or conference, there is a solid chance that Stagedge created the messaging, and you understand that the pre production planning phase and the technical aspects of the actual event including audio,

video, stage design and lighting are key to the success of these events. Consider the powerful visual effect of the new video board at the New England Gillette Stadium. According to Sports Video Net News, it “...adds 14 displays totaling more than 29,500 square feet, bringing a total of 47 Daktronics LED displays and a combined 48,500 square feet of digital canvas to Gillette Stadium to engage and entertain their audiences.” Although not responsible for the board itself, if you have been in the conference center at Gillette, you can see Stagedge’s work throughout. According to their website, “Stagedge has over 20 years of experience providing planning, creative, and production services at this unique sports and entertainment venue.” They are leaders in a profession that requires creativity, organization, teamwork, highly effective planning, and exceptional communication.

Pat rose to the level of President of her company upon the tragic passing of her husband at an early age. Caring deeply about her employees and recognizing the importance of having a steady hand at the top in order to excel, she stepped into the lead role and never looked back. Today, Stagedge is a multi million dollar company that is recognized nationally and throughout the world. These statistics tell the story!

Upon touring Stagedge, which calls its home Tewksbury, one quickly is impressed by the sprawling facility. There are multiple rooms with sets for filming, storage facilities containing hundreds and hundreds of LED screens that can be set up together to form one giant screen, and countless workspaces. Your eye travels to shelving and stacks of cased equipment ready to be checked out and rolled onto trucks for delivery to the next event venue. It

takes a team, with great attention to detail, to make this happen for every event.

Pat credits some of the Stagedge’s success to her desire to make sure that the company had clearly established values. Appreciation of values in guiding a system came in part as a result of her experiences growing up at Saint Agnes School and Arlington Catholic. The Sisters of Saint Joseph lived daily by core beliefs and this approach to operating schools rubbed off on her. Today, Stagedge adheres strictly to their agreed upon beliefs and one quickly realizes they are non-negotiable. They are “etched in stone” because they are core to the company’s success. They are: Acuity, Spark, Daring, Unity, and Virtue.

This year we celebrate Pat (Smith) Basteri, as an alumnus who has accomplished great things in the business world and continues to make a difference through the example she sets daily. We are proud of all that she has accomplished and are especially proud to call her an alumnus! We cannot wait to hear more about her f uture adventures. Go get ’em, Pat!

To read more about Stagedge, go to www.stagedge.com

Alumni SPOTLIGHT

Class of ‘72 ACHS Bill McCartney

Leading with Integrity and a Commitment to Service!

When faced with the question, what about your experiences at Arlington Catholic (AC) prepared you for your life as a CFO of a company that grew from $400 million in revenue to $1.5 billion, Bill McCartney from the AC class of 1972 gives a humble response, “I worked hard and stayed true to my values”: two qualities long emphasized by the Sisters of Saint Joseph and teaching staff of Arlington Catholic. Bill grew up in West Somerville, with two sisters, Paula (ACHS ‘73) and Patricia (Matignon ‘77) in a family of 5. In fact, he proudly reports that he was raised in public housing, where he witnessed firsthand that life can be unfair, but through determination and grit, a person can achieve their fullest potential. He shared that one of the key influences in his life, who modeled service in its truest form, was his grandfather. He would approach Bill as a teenager on a Saturday afternoon asking “What are you doing… I need you to help me with something...” He would then put him to work delivering countless sandwiches door-to-door to families in need. The visits influenced Bill greatly and shaped who he is even to this day.

Upon graduating from Arlington Catholic, where he greatly appreciated his Latin classes with Father Bullock, English classes with Mr. Murray, and Mrs. McCarthy’s sociology class, Bill attended Boston College studying Business Administration with a major in Accounting. He continued on for a Master’s Degree in Finance at Bentley College, from which he graduated in 1980. His education was a difference maker when it came to separating himself from others. His work ethic, values, and skillset quickly became evident to his superiors and he rose rapidly from

Today with Stagedge Leadership Team from left to right - Richard (Mank) Mankiewicz, Patricia (Smith) Basteri, Melissa (Basteri) Klinkhamer and Michael Basteri

Controller to Chief Financial Officer of Watt’s Water Technologies, a publicly traded company on the New York Stock Exchange.

When asked about what makes him proudest of his time at Watt’s, Bill naturally references things like providing high quality products, which assured the safe use of water in homes and buildings, and that the company’s shareholders were rewarded with solid returns through his years of leadership. Finally however, and perhaps most importantly, he emphasizes that “We provided employment with a medical plan and retirement plan benefits to over 6000 families.” Caring about others is something that is deeply woven into Bill’s character.

organization in the north east providing support, education and advocacy work for the bleeding disorder community. The work is critical to families with loved ones suffering from bleeding disorders and he remains active as a member of their Finance Committee. Additionally, he has been a Trustee for 16 years and is the incoming Chair for the Merrimack Valley YMCA, which serves families of the Merrimack Valley. The MVYMCA provides extensive programs for families, has four preschools, a senior center, summer overnight and day camps, housing for 70 men who are transitioning back to the community, and many other programs.

Bill McCartney is a principled man. Throughout his work career, he led with integrity, knowing that all eyes were on the finances of the company he served. He consistently conducted his work “above board,” recognizing the tremendous responsibility that came with his position, and that he was a role model for others and thus his focus would continually need to be on doing the right thing. He is still doing “the right thing” today. In fact, for roughly the past 15 years he has worked extensively with New England Hemophilia Association (NEHA), serving as its VP and treasurer. NEHA is the leading

Finally, Bill is a family man. He is married to his wife of 35 years, Tish, who is Bentley College graduate and a retired CPA, and is the father to two grown children, his son Kevin and his wife Kayla, and his daughter Keara. He is also the proud grandfather to one grandson, Miles. They all bring him great joy and happiness with each passing day.

Thank you, Bill, for modeling the spirit of Arlington Catholic throughout your career and life. You have used (and continue to use!) your mind, body, and spirit to make a difference in the world and it shows! The Sisters of Saint Joseph who taught you during your time at Arlington Catholic would be proud!

Alumni SPOTLIGHT

Class of ‘78 ACHS Robert Harrington

Arlington Catholic Graduate Takes Medicine to New Heights!

Growing up in Somerville, Robert Harrington’s family knew that education was the key to success. His grandmother was a maid at Harvard and encouraged Bob to further his education by staying out of trouble in the public schools, and enrolling in Catholic school. Bob used to take a bus for $.10 each day from Somerville to arrive at Arlington Catholic (AC). He reflects back on his time on Medford Street with fondness, saying that the way the nuns taught him to write, take notes, outline his ideas and communicate, set him up well for life after AC at Holy Cross. It was at Holy Cross that he took his love of reading and writing to the next level by becoming an English major. Mr. Murray and his love of English were never far from his mind. Bob remains grateful for the skills learned on Medford Street and his experience at AC.

After Holy Cross, he went on to earn his medical degree from Tufts University School of Medicine in Boston and served as chief resident during his residency in internal medicine at the University of Massachusetts Medical Center in Worcester.

Dr. Harrington was the Arthur L. Bloomfield Professor and Chair of the Department of Medicine at Stanford University for more than 10 years. He previously served as the Richard Stack Distinguished Professor and the Director of the Duke Clinical Research Institute at Duke University, where he completed his fellowship in general and interventional cardiology.

Currently, Dr. Robert A. Harrington is a cardiologist and serves as the Stephen and Suzanne Weiss Dean of Weill Cornell Medicine and Provost for Medical Affairs of Cornell University. His research areas of focus

include evaluating antithrombotic therapies to treat acute ischemic heart disease and to minimize the acute complications of percutaneous coronary procedures and trying to better understand and improve upon the methodology of clinical research, including the use of technologies to facilitate the conduct of clinical trials.

Passionate about sharing information about health and medicine, Dr. Harrington has written more than 760 peer-reviewed manuscripts, reviews, book chapters, and editorials. He served as senior editor for the 13th and 14th editions of Hurst’s The Heart — one of the leading textbooks of cardiovascular medicine. He is also active on X (Formerly Twitter), and hosts a podcast for practitioners called “The Bob Harrington Show.”

A previous American Heart Association (AHA) president, Dr. Harrington remains a member of AHA’s Board of Directors. He is also an elected member of the Association of American Physicians, the Association of University Cardiologists, and the National Academy of Medicine / Institute of Medicine. In addition, he has served as a chair and member of the US Food and Drug Administration Cardiovascular and Renal Drugs Advisory Committee.

Among his numerous awards and recognition, Dr. Harrington was named a Master of the American College of Cardiology in 2016, was awarded the AHA’s Clinical Research Prize in 2017, and earned the AHA Council on Clinical Cardiology (CLCD) Distinguished Achievement Award in 2022. In 2022, he was awarded the Stokes Medal, and in 2023, Honorary Fellowship in the Irish Cardiac Society.

Arlington Catholic is proud of Dr. Robert Harrington and his tremendous accomplishments! We are grateful to count him as an alumnus of our school.

Class of ‘01 ACHS Kacie Lally

Alumni SPOTLIGHT

We would like to congratulate Kacie Lally on her appointment as a Criminal Court Judge for the State of New York in September 2024. Kacie was appointed Judge by New York City mayor Eric Adams. Kacie is the daughter of Richard and Regina Lally, both members of the Arlington Catholic Class of 1975. Kacie is a graduate of Harvard University and received her J.D from Cornell University Law School. After graduating from law school, she joined a private firm as a Litigation Associate and later clerked for United State District Court Judge Paul A. Crotty. Thereafter, Judge Lally

served with the Office of the New York State Attorney General in the Law Enforcement Group Litigation Bureau as an Assistant District Attorney and as Deputy Section chief. She then joined the New York State Unified Court System as a Court Attorney in New York County Criminal Court and Supreme Court. Prior to her appointment to the bench, Judge Lally most recently served as a court attorney in Supreme Court, Civil Term, Kings County.

We are pleased to congratulate Judge Lally and offer her our prayerful support and blessings for her continued career in the criminal justice system. Well done, Kacie!

QUARTER CENTURY SOCIETY

INDUCTEE Dave Wilcox

I am deeply honored and grateful to receive this 25th anniversary award. Reflecting on the past quarter-century, I am filled with immense pride and gratitude for the opportunities and experiences that have shaped my journey here at Arlington Catholic. This milestone is a testament to the incredible support and collaboration from my colleagues and the unwavering trust and encouragement from our leadership. Thank you for recognizing my dedication and contributions. I look forward to continuing our shared mission and achieving even greater

INDUCTEE Betty Lally

My experience working at Arlington Catholic has been very special to me because I am an alumna of both Saint Agnes School (1970) and AC (1974) as well as other members of my family. My husband, John (’70), and I sent our children, Tara (’02) and Shane (’05) to Saint Agnes School and Arlington Catholic High School to carry on the tradition as well as mirror important lessons we were teaching them at home. I value the dedication that the teachers provided to both me and my children. I found that the education provided by both Saint Agnes School and Arlington Catholic High School led to both of my children attending very good colleges and attaining wonderful professions. My favorite memories of attending AC were making great friendships and being on the AC Cheerleading Team. Being part of this team helped me bond with other young woman who wanted to share the Cougar spirit.

It is my hope that Catholic education will continue to foster a good learning experience as well as keep the Catholic traditions alive.

Class of 1974 Graduates

John Ackerly

Donna Byrne Agostino†

Dorothea Lyons Amanti

Karen Andrew

Larry Barton

Nancy Bean Keefe

Kevin Beasley †

Stephen Bertoncini

Joseph Bonanno

Eileen Fitzgerald Brockhurst

Nancy Broderick

Kathy Aldham Buckley

Michael Burns

William Byrne

Carol Byrne-Smith

Paul Cameron

Barbara Cannon Murphy

David Carr

Margaret Munroe Carr

Deborah Larsen Cerundolo

Julie Coleman

George Covino

Claire Sliney-Crehan

Margaret Fopiano Cronin

Mary Cunningham

David Danehy

Elaine Sullivan Daniel

Br. Gregory Day

Joseph Devin

Trish Doherty Brewster

Maureen Donovan Pansky

Susan Cooper Donovan

William Donovan

Ann Foohey Dooley

William Driscoll

Lawrence Duffy

Susan Duffy

Joseph Duggan

Michael Dwyer

Richard Eckel

Nieves Estrugo

Christopher Fallon

Beth Scanlan Farley

Alfred Ferreira

William Flanagan

Roberta Stasium Floccher

Natalie Frissore

Kathleen Crowley Fryatt†

Andrea Fulmer

Anthony Galluzzo

Judith King Galgay

Paul Gingras

Christine Brennan Glines

Sheila Glynn-Badolato

Richard Goulart

Janice Vines Gouveia

Karen Falkenstein Green

Jean Haggerty

Anna DiCecca Halloran

Paul Hamilton

GOLDEN REUNIONS

The Class of 1974 Does More by

Larry Barton,

‘74

Fifty years ago, the ACHS Class of 1974 chose those words as their class motto, and classmates proved themselves true to those words with a grand reunion that attracted 65 graduates plus spouses and guests on June 22 at Savino’s in Belmont. Bill Driscoll (’74), served as chair of the event that included a buffet dinner, DJ, a round of trivia with AC branded prizes and class mementos. A special award was given by SAS/ACHS President Andrew Keough to former English teacher William Murray, recognizing his 45 years of service to the institution. Sister Barbara McHugh led a brief memorial to graduates who have passed on, and the class was informed that an anonymous donor had given $35,000 to help the Parish schools purchase a new van that will be especially helpful for sports and academic teams during competitions. “We are already having discussions about the next reunion- that’s how fantastic this gathering was for all of us,” notes Bill. Members of the committee that assisted with the event included Natalie Frissore, Larry Barton, Betty Lally and Dottie Lyons Amanti. Classmates came from around the country to celebrate the heritage of the Sisters of St. Joseph, their respective friends, extracurricular activities and more.

Catherine Hulse Hands

John Harney

Lawrence Hartigan

Carol Vincent Hemming

Kerry Herlihy Sullivan

Richard Herlihy

Annie Botte Hislop

Philip Howland

Claire Macaulay Hurley

Christine Igo Wetzel

Anne Jannetti

Mary Keane

Timothy Kearney, Jr.

Ellen Keefe

Michael Keefe

Mark Keith

Mary Kelly

John Keogh

Barbara Smith Khan

Stephanie Colby King

Elizabeth Papagni Lally

Jeanne Lambert

Denise Mazzola Leavitt

Lois Lee Kalmbach

John Leonard

Mary Kenney Lind

Karen Lusk O’Brien

Edward Lynch

Joan Greenaway Magrath

Michael Manning†

Yvonne Martell Manning

Brian Mazerski

Jean McCabe Alpers

Joseph McCarthy

Joyce McCarthy

Martha Kelly McGurl

Richard McGurl

Mari Milton Sakakeeny

Ann Mooney

Laurie Daprato Mooney

Margaret Derba Morrissey

Francis Morton

Theresa Muehe†

Melanie Murphy

Edward Murphy

Regina Murphy

Joseph Nargi

Theresa Nash

James O’Donnell

Christopher O’Keefe

Eileen O’Meara Lowell

Paul O’Rourke

Gail Oskin

Joanne Ogden Palmer

Paul Paradis

Robert Perry

Daniel Pike

Nanci Porreca

Marlene Miller Powers

Michael Quinn

Paul Quinn

George Reynolds, III

Eileen Robillard

Stephen Rooney

Rosemary

Capobianco Russo

Carol Scalesse

McClendon

Brian Scanlan

Bruce Schegan

Paul Scully

Elizabeth Selig

Maria Silveira Freitas

Eileen Smith

George Sommers

Daniel Spellman

Mary Cameron

Spellman

Robert Stevens†

Sheila McGolderick

Sufferedini

Bridget Sullivan Nickerson

Elizabeth Sullivan Solar

Edward Sullivan

Mary Regan Sullivan

Paul Traverse†

Peter Villandry

Rosemare Abbruzzese

Villandry

Edward Walsh

Valerie Whittier

Julie Zavaglia

Tamsin Sharp Zimbone

GOLDEN REUNIONS

The Class of 1973

The Arlington Catholic Class of 1973 hosted their 50th Class Reunion at the Bear Hill Country Club in Stoneham. The reunion committee met for several months to plan and prepare for this special event.

On December 2, 2023 three members of the committee — Larry Cronin (Class President), Mark Fallon, and Lynne Lowenstein presented a check in the amount of $2,500 for the newly established President’s Fund. Their gift was the inaugural donation to this fund.

The President’s Endowment Fund has been established for the long-term viability of Saint Agnes School/Arlington Catholic High School. We are so very grateful to the Class of 1973 for their support and commitment to their Alma Mater.

REUNION NEWS

CLASS OF 1969 – 55TH REUNION

The Class of 1969 celebrated their 55th Reunion at the Stone Ridge Clubhouse in Westford. It was a beautiful sunny afternoon where about 25 graduates and some significant others got the chance to catch up since our 50th Reunion. The day began at 1:00 with appetizers and a wonderful lunch of salad, baked pasta and meatballs. There was already talk about their 60th Reunion!

CLASS OF 1979 - 45TH Reunion

The Class of 1979 celebrated their 45th Reunion in November. The Reunion was held at the Knights of Columbus in Arlington. The classmates celebrated and shared memories of days gone by. They also remembered their classmates who have embraced eternal life with God. We are most grateful to the members of the class for their very generous gift of $2,300.00 to The President’s Endowment Fund to support the future of Saint Agnes School and Arlington Catholic High School.

CLASS OF 1983 – 40TH Reunion

The Class of 1984 held its 40th Reunion in November of 2023. The Reunion was held at Menotomy Grill in Arlington. Members of the class were happy to celebrate and reminisce about their days at Saint Agnes and Arlington Catholic. We congratulate them for their special anniversary.

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CLASS OF 1984 – 40TH Reunion

The Class of 1984 from Arlington Catholic High School celebrated their 40th reunion, and it was an absolute blast. It was held on Novembe r 9th in Arlington, MA. It was a night filled with laughter, memories, and reconnecting with old friends. The celebration

allowed everyone to relive cherished moments from our high school days while creating new memories to take with us. It was an unforgettable experience, and we’re all grateful for the effort that went into making it so remarkable. A big thank you to the reunion committee for their hard work organizing such a memorable event—it made the evening special!

CLASS OF 1989 – 35TH Reunion

Members of the Class of 1989 celebrated their 35th Reunion in November at the Ford Tavern in Medford. They had a great night of reconnecting and reminiscing.

CLASS OF 1994 –30TH Reunion

Members of the Class of 1994 celebrated their 30th Reunion in October at the Menotomy Grill in Arlington. A wonderful time was had by all. Some members of the class came from as far as the West Coast to share memories with their classmates. Thank you for your continued support of Saint Agnes and Arlington Catholic.

CLASS OF 2004 – 20TH Reunion

The members of the Class of 2004 held a Reunion in September at Sam Walker’s in Woburn. It was nice to greet members of the class in an informal setting. Michelle Casey, the Director of Advancement and Sister Barbara McHugh, Alumni Relations greeted members of the class. They are looking forward to celebrating again soon.

IN APPRECIATION

Recognized

for 45 Years

of Service to Arlington Catholic

Reflections of 45 Year Arlington Catholic Teacher and President’s Service Award Winner, Bill Murray

by President Andrew Keough,

Ed. D.

I sat down with “Mr. Murray” at his home in Woburn where he has lived for 70 years. Positioned prominently on a table next to him was his President’s Service Award, presented in the spring of 2024, in honor of his 45 years of service to Arlington Catholic (AC). The decision to recognize Mr. Murray arose out of conversations I had been having with members of the Class of 1974, who had invited him to their reunion so they could thank him for the impact he had on their lives. As I spoke more and more with alumni from throughout the year who had him as a teacher, I grew increasingly intrigued by how many people said the same things about him. “He taught me to write and instilled in me a love of English (and frequently, Latin) and he was very demanding”. I decided I wanted to learn more about him and why he taught the way he did. The following is a summary of our conversations and correspondence.

When speaking to Mr. Murray about all that he saw in 45 years of teaching it is easy to note how the school has changed over time, and how some things remain exactly the same as when he started in 1971. For example, when he was hired there was an emphasis placed on honoring

Catholic doctrine, just as there is today. He recalled his first meeting with Monsignor John Linnehan who in his final interview question of Mr. Murray was direct in asking, “Will you teach anything contrary to Catholic teaching?” His recollection of his response was as clear as day. “Absolutely not”. He went on to say, “...as generations of my students would attest accurately: Mr. Murray is orthodox to the core.”

When Mr. Murray began at Arlington Catholic, the makeup of the staff looked very different than it does today. The ratio of religious to non-religious staff members was roughly 3 (religious):1 (lay person). In fact, in those days every homeroom was staffed by a nun who became each homeroom’s religious education teacher. In fact, Mr. Murray recalls a time when the nuns in leadership roles such as Principal, Sister Therese Dunn, and Principal Sister Ellen Pumphret stayed on for only six years at a time, when they were then required to move on to other locations within the Diocese where they were needed. By the time Principal Sister Catherine Clifford reached her six year mark however, it was becoming evident that there were not enough religious school leaders to assume these positions

Bill Murray and Dr. Andrew Keough

and she stayed at the helm of AC for a number of years more, much to the benefit of the school.

The student body looked very different in those early years as well. The school was predominantly white, made up largely of children of Saint Agnes Parishioners, who were at that time overwhelmingly of Irish and Italian descent. “...everyone seemed to be a cousin, a nephew, or a niece of someone else. The school felt parochial, with a small ‘p’. Everything revolved around the Church and the school. In fact, in those days, the fathers chaperoned the dances!” This sense of family connectedness never went away and remains an embedded characteristic of the school today.

As most who attended or worked at Arlington Catholic in the 70’s and 80’s can attest, tuition was very low during those years and enrollments gradually increased. The school’s reputation for strong academics was well known and the school’s numbers began to rise, peaking near 800 in the mid to late 1980’s. However, with the decline in teaching Sisters of Saint Joseph due to retirements and fewer religious vocations, there became an increased need for the hiring of nonreligious personnel at a significantly higher cost. As Mr. Murray put it, “More lay faculty … meant more money. Shoestring budgets and low salaries that were once the fiscal staple of AC were no longer acceptable.”

As Mr. Murray reflected, the 90’s and early 2000’s ushered in a particularly challenging time for the Catholic Church and by proxy, Catholic schools, as well as the Nation’s economy. Enrollments were impacted, as were donations to the school. Throughout the area,

Catholic schools were closing. “One after another Catholic schools (particularly high schools) never recovered; many had to close or consolidate with other schools. Yet AC survived, and a good part of that success was the opening of new financial channels, particularly to international students…” who not only, “...filled many vacant seats,” but also brought about a, “...new cultural awareness to faculty and students.”

In speaking of positive moments at AC, Mr. Murray reflects fondly on the wonderful relationships he established with the Nuns, his professional lay teaching colleagues, and of course the many students he encountered while teaching Latin and English, and coaching field hockey and softball. Many may not know that Mr. Murray is a fierce competitor by nature and is a passionate athlete. He played baseball and softball until he was 68 years old! When asked about his reported “high standards” both on the playing field and in the classroom, he replied, “My parents taught me high standards. My family was poor with 8 people living in our house. There were high expectations of every family member.” As a teacher, Mr. Murray held his expectations high and not surprisingly, his students rose to meet them.

This year we honor and thank Mr. Bill Murray for serving 45 years at Arlington Catholic, for consistently setting high standards for his students and not settling for less, for staying true to his Catholic ideals, and for impacting so many young lives by teaching the value of written and spoken language. We salute you, Mr. Murray, and thank you for your lifetime commitment to Arlington Catholic High School!

Class of 1964 Graduates

Frances Abbruzzese †

James Allen

Chester Balon

Judith Barry

Joseph Basile

Jeanne Coughlin Beasley

Joseph Beasley

Sr. Kathleen Berube

Lorraine Bessette

Paul Bibbo

Steven Boeri †

Kathleen O’Connor Bogonis

Daniel Bowes †

Denise Buckley Bowser

Kevin Bradley

Anne Braudis

Phillip Brillante

Paul Brown†

Maureen Healey Burke

James Burns

Patrick Burns

Sheila Burns†

Adrienne Buuck Butler†

Philip Butler

Kathleen Kennedy Byers

Nancy Byrne†

Robert Callahan

Rosemary Tasin Callahan

Thomas Callahan

Jean Calliri

Jeanne Gaspar Campana

Joanne Raymondi Campbell

Susan Rich Caramadre

Joanne Carey

Joseph Carey†

Anne Gano Carroll†

John Carroll

Class of 1964 First Graduating Class Reunion

35 members of the Class of 1964 celebrated their 60th reunion on Saturday, May 18 at the Woburn Country Club. A wonderful time was had by all who attended, most of whom spent a full 12 years together at Saint Agnes School and Arlington Catholic High School!

Linda Wilson Chopelas

Elizabeth Mooney

Christmas †

Ann McQueeney Colleran

Stephen Collins†

Joan Conklin

Joseph Connors

Edward Considine

David Corbett

Stephanie Cronin

Maureen Crowley

Paul Crowley

Susan Higgins Delay†

John DiStasio

Maureen Curtin DiStasio

Robert Dustin

Sandra Megna Erbetta

David Feeley

Andrea Hughes Fiekers

Peter Filichia

Virginia Finn

Paul Flaherty

Christine Fleming

John Flynn

Donna Dedrick Gagliardi

Clare Hornbeck Gale

Paul Gallagher

Richard Giroux

Thomas Gratton†

Anne Harrington

Paul Heath

William Higgins

Florence Hubbard

Donald Hudson

John Hughes

Marion Kearn

Michael Kearney

Paul Lambert

Marie Rosatelli Larcom

John Lavery†

Linda Carmodyk Lavery

Margaret Mahoney Lawless

William Lawless

Paul Leahy

Rev. Roger LeBlanc

John Lukas

Sharon O’Keefe Madden

Patrick Mahoney

Roberta Callahan

Mallaghan

James Maloney

William Martin†

Clairejanice McConnell†

Philip McDonald

Bryan McGahan

Msgr. Paul McInerny

Virginia Mutty Michna

Richard Minogue

Elaine Mulcahy

Patricia Halley Murray

Lawrence Neylon†

Dorothy Nylund

Kathryn Barnard O’Brien

Ann Garballey O’Connor

Edward O’Connor

Mary O’Connor

John O’Donnell

Janet Simonds Orcutt

Susan Page

Diane DeFilippo Philips

John Quinlan†

Margaret Quinn

Elizabeth Ready

Jean Kennedy Reilly†

Lorraine Martucci Rettig

Kathleen O’Connor Ricci

Francis Roach

Mary Corbett Rood

Charles Ryan

John Sayers

John Shack Jr.

Joseph Sheehan

Phillip Sheehan

Paul Sickorez

Carole Landry

Stacewicz

Mary Stagno

Maureen Golden Strapko

Paul Sullivan†

Jane Bradley Swan

Kevin Sweeney†

Susan Sweny Diguette

Gonzalo Taboada

Elizabeth Taylor

Edward Thomas

Karen Martel Thomas

Philip Towne

Victor Tremblay

Joseph Twomey

Margaret Trometer

Valerius

Veronica Spina Walus

Barbara Coyne Weber†

Michele Welch

William Whalen, Jr.

Janet Gorham Whittle

Paula Medeiros Wilson

Stephen Wilz

Robert Wright†

William Zuben

† = deceased

Class of 1964

A Tribute

to the Class of 1964 Veterans

Recently, in conversation with Class of 1964 member Phillip Brillante, I learned that several students in the class served our country in the armed services. He mentioned that so many were “just kids” and often went to foreign lands to serve their country simply because they were called. Together, we determined that this service to our country was worthy of full recognition, which many members felt never happened when they returned home. The following are snippets from class members who submitted them and their photos from their time in the service. The remaining class members who served and allowed us to do so are listed below.

On behalf of the Arlington Catholic High School community, I want to express our profound gratitude to all the members of the class of 1964 who served our country. Your sacrifices and commitment have left an indelible mark on us, serving as a model and inspiration. We also thank our graduates and school community members from across our history who have served in the military. Your service has enriched our community, and we are forever grateful. Saint Agnes and Arlington Catholic High School salute you!

Sincerely,

President, Andrew W. Keough, Ed. D.

Biographical Sketches of Time in the Service to the United States of America

Victor “Buzz” Tremblay

I served in the Air Force from November 1970 to June 1975. My enlistment was “draft-induced.” All my service was in the continental US, first as an enlisted man at Keesler AFB, Mississippi, and then as an officer at Offutt AFB, Nebraska.

Thinking about my education at Arlington Catholic High School as it relates to my military service, indeed, the respect for authority and the required discipline fit in with military service, especially the training component. I came out with great respect for the B-52 bomber crews that we constantly sent to Southeast Asia to fly missions over Vietnam and their families who had to carry on while separated from them.

John (Jack) Lukas

When the 3rd Brigade of the 82nd Airborne landed in RVN, I met up with my cousin and fellow Arlington Catholic High School class of 1964 veteran Will Whalen, who was serving with the 196th Light Infantry along with his dog Spot.

John D Hughes

In 1964, after graduation from ACHS, I matriculated into the College of Engineering at Tufts University. I was simultaneously awarded contract membership in the Tufts NROTC unit, which then paid for tuition, books, fees, etc. This award was based on high school transcript, Navy academic test performance, references, Navy personnel

interviews, physical examinations, etc. The education at ACHS certainly supported the successful completion of the academic testing. College summers were spent training on Navy ships and facilities as a midshipman. Upon graduation from Tufts in 1968, I was commissioned as an Ensign in the Civil Engineer Corps of the United States Navy. After two months of additional training at the Naval Construction Battalion Center, Port Hueneme, California, I received orders to report to the Naval Hospital, Queens, New York City. My duties at the base were to perform as the Navy’s representative for various construction and renovation projects on the base. In July 1970, I received orders to report to NAS Memphis, Tennessee. My duties at that base were to again perform as the Navy’s representative for various construction projects, including the construction of a 210-bed replacement hospital facility. In July 1972, I terminated active duty as a Lieutenant and was transferred to the Navy’s inactive reserve role. My fouryear time in the Navy was an excellent learning opportunity that extended into civilian life.

Richard (Dick) Minogue

After graduating from AC in the first class in 1964, I graduated from Merrimack in 1968 as an accounting major. That was the peak of Vietnam and the highest draft calls with few

deferments available. As expected, I received a draft notice in August.

After much thought, I enlisted in the Navy for four years rather than face the uncertainty of two years as an Army draftee. I reported in January of 1969, and after training, I was sent to a newly commissioned ship in Philadelphia, the USS Newport LST1179, a tank landing ship that would deploy with a Marine tank battalion and 600 marines and a crew of 180 sailors. As this was a new ship, the crew was new to each other. I thought of the parallels of being a thirteen-year-old out-of-parish kid entering AC’s 1st class!

The officers and senior NCOs were well-trained in shaping strangers into a functioning teams. I was assigned to the ship’s office as the accountant. Over the next three years, we deployed to the Caribbean and Mediterranean to support the Marines in their training missions.

My service served me well. In 1973, with my Navy accounting experience and being four years older than other first-time job candidates, I was hired by a national accounting firm. Also, I received an MBA from Northeastern, which was totally paid for by the G.I. Bill. My decision in 1968 to enter the Navy was one of the best of my life.

The attached picture shows me at my duty station as the Newport was underway from The Naval

Amphibious Base in Virginia in 1969.

Thank you for the opportunity to share my Veteran experience— also, a shout-out to Phil Brillante, who called me to remind me to respond. We had a great catch-up conversation.

P.S. my wife is Cathy Mansfield Minogue, AC ‘67, and three of our four sons, Andrew ‘92, Terry ‘96, and John ‘98 are AC Alum.

Joe Beasley

After leaving Arlington Catholic, I attended the University of Massachusetts for two years and then enlisted in the Army in 1966, knowing I would probably be sent to Vietnam. After Basic and Advanced Individual Training, I attended Infantry Officer Candidate School and graduated as a Second Lieutenant in August 1967. Following additional assignments and training in Panama, I arrived in Vietnam in the summer of 1968 and was assigned to the A Company 2/27 Inf BN 25th Infantry Division. I served as a Rifle Platoon Leader, Company Executive Officer, and Infantry Company Commander near the Cambodian Border. My Vietnam experience gave me a true sense of the value of service. I’ve given over 200 hundred talks to students and adults over the years about The Vietnam War. I was also involved in writing the National

Vietnam Veterans Memorial History

Curriculum for high schools nationwide. I also read the names of the fallen at the dedication of the Vietnam Memorial in 1982 in Washington, D.C.

I want to tell my fellow veteran classmates, “Welcome Home.”

David Feeley

I enlisted in the Army in October 1965 and graduated from engineering officer candidate school in October 1966. After completing training to become a Green Beret, I was assigned to the 7th Special Forces group. In September 1967, I was deployed to Vietnam with the 9th Infantry Division, and I returned and was discharged in September 1968.

John Shack

USMC 64=68

Ceremonial Guard, Washington DC: guarding President and state visitors

Vietnam: shot twice in 1967, extended tour until May 1968.

Phillip L. Brillante

Enlisted in the Army in 1966; attended Basic Training at Fort Dix, NJ; attended Officer Candidate School and Commissioned a 2LT in 1967. I served 1st tour in Vietnam

in Da Nang (Red Beach) I Corp with the 610th Transportation Co., Aircraft Maintenance General Support 1968-1969. I served a second tour in Vietnam at the Port of Saigon with HQ MACV, Transportation Advisory Division 1970-1971. Retired while serving at the Pentagon in 1992 as a LTC (05).

John Carroll

John was commissioned a naval officer two days before, on October 25th.

He spent 3 years on active duty in Newport, RI, at the Communication Station.

He is forever grateful to his fellow classmates, who made much greater sacrifices in service of their country. This is a picture of John, class of ‘64, and Anne Gano, class of ‘64, on their wedding day, October 27th, 1968.

William Lawless

I enlisted in the Navy on April 12, 1966, and started boot camp at Great Lakes, IL. I was assigned to Quonset Point, RI for one year, then sent to an air squadron in Virginia Beach attached to the USS Enterprise aircraft carrier out of Alameda, CA, from which we deployed to Vietnam from January 1968 to July 1968. I worked in Operations aboard the ship doing paperwork with the pilots,

typing up their bombing targets in the A6 fighter jets that they flew, keeping track of their flight times, targets hit, and sadly, any losses MIAs (missing in action) or KIAs (killed in action) with the results being sent to BUPERS (Bureau of Navy Personnel) in Washinton DC. We lost six crews (pilot and bombardier) and jets from February 1968 to June 1968, mainly from SAMs (surface-to-air missiles) from enemy fire. The pilots were men of great courage and rare individuals indeed!

James Burns

James Burns was drafted in 1966 into the Army and served in RVN.

(Top Row L to R)

Bryan McGahan

Chestor J. Balon

David Feeley

Dr. Adrienne L. (Buuck) Butler

James L. Burns

Joe Beasley

John (Jack) Lukas

John Carroll

John D Hughes

John Shack

Joseph L. Carey

Kevin C. Sweeney

Lawrence M. Neylon

Paul F. Crowley

Paul J. Gallagher

Paul R. Brown

Philip M. Towne

Philip R. Butler

Phillip E. Sheehan

Phillip L Brillante

Richard (Dick) Minogue

Richard E. Giroux

Steven V. Boeri

Victor “Buzz” Tremblay

William J. Zuben

William Lawless

William W. Whalen

(Bottom Row L to R)

Class of ‘64 Veteran Photos

MESSAGE FROM THE

Director of Advancement

Michelle (Famolare) Casey

As the Director of Advancement for Saint Agnes School and Arlington Catholic High School, I have come full circle in my relationship with this cherished institution. Once a student and now an employee, I have the unique privilege of contributing to the community that shaped my early life.

In my current role, I am focused on fostering connections with alums, parents, and the broader community to support our mission and guarantee that future generations can access the same enriching experiences. I am fortunate to combine my background in business administration and a Master of Education to strengthen the school’s mission and secure the resources necessary for its success. Through this position, I focus on building relationships that cultivate a culture of support and engagement, ultimately strengthening the foundation that sustains both schools.

student experience, and ensuring that our schools remain places where young people can thrive.

I am incredibly grateful for the continued financial support of our community, which enables us to fulfill our mission and provide future generations with the same opportunities for growth, education, and service. Your contributions make a profound difference and directly impact the students we serve, helping to build a brighter future for all. Through my work at Saint Agnes and Arlington Catholic, I strive to honor the school’s legacy and make sure it inspires, challenges, and nurtures students for years to come. Being part of this dynamic community is a privilege, and I look forward to the continued journey ahead.

One of the most rewarding aspects of my role is the opportunity to give back to the community that has given me so much. I am continually inspired by the generosity of our donors and the impact their support has on the future of Saint Agnes and Arlington Catholic. The Annual Fund, in particular, is critical in providing resources for academic and extracurricular programs, enhancing the

Thank you for your ongoing generosity and commitment to our mission. Your support is essential in advancing our students’ education and personal development, guaranteeing they are prepared to lead with integrity, compassion, and excellence. Your contributions allow us to provide the resources and opportunities for students to excel academically and develop essential life skills. We are grateful for your partnership and look forward to working together to further our mission.

giving highlights NUMBER OF GIFTS

NUMBER OF DONORS 803 YOU MAKE THE DIFFERENCE AT SAS/ACHS!

1065

GIVING TOTAL $1,220,314 for Year Ending in June 30, 2024 CAPITAL GIVING $68 , 296

It is with deep gratitude that we thank all of you who supported SAS/ACHS in the year ending June 30, 2024. More than 30% of SAS/ACHS students received financial aid thanks to your generous support!

The SAS/ACHS Annual Fund helps to provide an extraordinary Catholic school experience for more than 715 students on Medford Street.

And for that we say...

Saint Agnes School/Arlington Catholic High School Annual Fund: Supporting Excellence in Catholic Education

At Saint Agnes School/Arlington Catholic High School, we are proud to uphold a legacy of academic excellence, faith formation, and community service inspired by the mission of the Sisters of Saint Joseph. Our commitment to shaping future leaders is at the heart of everything we do, and the Annual Fund plays a vital role in supporting this mission. It ensures we continue providing a transformative Catholic education that nurtures mind and spirit.

The Annual Fund bridges the gap between tuition revenue and the cost of delivering a high-quality education. Contributions from our community—alumni, parents, faculty, staff, and friends—enable us to offer a wellrounded education rooted in Catholic values. These donations support academic rigor and spiritual growth, preparing students for lives of service, leadership, and faith. Additionally, the fund allows us to provide scholarships, professional development for teachers, and resources that enhance the educational experience.

The Annual Fund also promotes academic excellence by providing advanced resources such as technology, classroom tools, and faculty development, maintaining high academic standards. Donations further fund programs in STEM, the arts, and collegepreparatory activities, ensuring our students are well-prepared for success in college and beyond.

Beyond the classroom, the Annual Fund strengthens our community by supporting extracurricular programs, religious retreats, and community service opportunities that help students grow in faith and leadership. These initiatives foster an inclusive environment where students are encouraged to discover their unique talents and lead with compassion. Faith formation remains central to our mission, and your contributions help ensure religious education, liturgies, retreats, and service initiatives continue to thrive. The Annual Fund preserves the strong Catholic identity that has been a hallmark of our schools, continuing the legacy of the Sisters of Saint Joseph.

Looking ahead, the Annual Fund remains essential to the continued vitality of Saint Agnes and Arlington Catholic High School. Your generous support directly impacts our students and ensures our schools remain strong for today and future generations. Through your contributions, we continue developing tomorrow’s leaders—young people who will make a difference in the world.

We thank you for your ongoing generosity and commitment to our mission, which reflects the values of the Sisters of Saint Joseph and prepares students to lead with faith, compassion, and excellence.

2024 ANNUAL REPORT on giving

This annual report includes gifts made to Saint Agnes School/Arlington Catholic High School during the fiscal year July 1, 2023 to June 30, 2024.

While we make every attempt to ensure accuracy, we apologize for any mistakes or omissions that may have occurred. To report a correction, please contact the Development Office at 781-646-5101.

Advisory Board Giving

Marisa Doherty

Tim Keefe

Dr. F. Dorie Mansen

Noreen Millane

Charlie Uglietto

Leadership

Associates GIVING

gifts of $1,000 + Giovanni Abbadessa and Cynthia Carrillo Infante

ACHS 1973 Reunion

Committee

Daniel and Lisa Appugliese

Arlington Council 109 Knights of Columbus

Gail Barringer Lambie

Larry Barton and Eliza Alden

Lawrence Bench

Phillip Brillante

John Carroll and Fran Lipson

Catholic Health Foundation

Catholic Schools Foundation

Catholic Women’s

Club of Arlington

Matthew Condon

Stephen and Marie Coukos

Cummings Properties, LLC

Chris Barnstead Curran

William and Anna Danahy

Michael and Juliane Deneen

Frank and Marisa Doherty

Estate of Catherine Reynolds-

Cipriano

Fidelity Brokerage

Services LLC

Fidelity Charitable Gift Fund

Fidelity Foundation

Dave Fittante

Frances Florencourt

Eileen Pope Foley

Robert and Phyllis Frazier

Jeremiah Hallisey

Kenneth and Julie Ann Hintlian

Vanessa SanJuan Johnson

Katherine M. Hanafin Estate

Keefe Funeral Homes

Charlie and Linda Keefe

Tim and Stephany Keefe

John and Marilyn Kiley

Robert Konover and Megan Adzima

William Leahy

Alexander Lee

James Long

Christopher and Grace MacDonald

Chris and Cynthia Marler

Brian Mazerski

Michael McGlynn

McKie Family Donor

Advised Fund, a Donor

Advised Fund of

Renaissance Charitable Foundation

Thomas McKie

MG5 Productions, Inc.

Connie Mugnai

John and Cristina Murphy

Maureen Murphy

Nate and Lisa Naughton

Eileen Nee

Scott and Michele Nivens

John O’Brien

Alyce Foster Peek

William Porcaro and Susan Sweeney

Justin and Rebecca Precourt

William and Margaret Regan

Kenneth and Susan Richardson

Schwab Charitable

Shea Family Foundation

Ryan and Kristen Southard

Mark Sullivan

Claire Tanner

Frank and Judy Tessitore

The CatholicTV Network

Tony and Candice Trzcinka

Charlie and Robin Uglietto

Anne Valeri

Carl Valeri

Michael Vieira

Wilson Farm, Inc.

Damon Wirtanen

Edward Woods and Dawn Garrity-Woods

Sisters of Saint

Joseph Society

Gifts of $500

Anonymous (3)

A P Iron Design

Adams Street Charitable Fund

Ameriprise Financial

Christopher and Danielle Angelillo

Patrick and Melissa Arone

Sheila Babine

Andrew Burns

Thomas Callahan

Michael Ceppi

City Streets Restaurant

John and Genevieve

Connaughton

Joseph and Patricia Crane

Patrick Crane and Mykela Foster

Br. Gregory Day

Brian Delahanty

Kelly Noyes Delaney

Leonard Delaney

Sean Delaney

Michael and Elizabeth Dodge

Peggy O’Neill Fichera

Mary McGloan Foley

Georges Cote LLP

Patricia Johnson Georgevich

Karen Falkenstein Green

Christopher and Julie Hall

Kathleen Walsh Heraghty

David Kennedy

Timothy Kiley

John Kneeland

Stacie Pallotta Knight

Maura Lavalle

Local 103 IBEW

Robert Lynch

Adam Malinowski and Jin Xu

Dr. Anthony Martyniak and Dr. Julia Braza

David and Sarah McElroy

Kevin Meskell

John Messina

Noreen Millane

Munroe Construction Inc.

Barry and Joanne Munroe

Ed and Mary Nolan

Justin Pallis

Nancy Pallotta

Anthony and Anita Pescara

Susan Pineau-Chaisson

Premiere Roofing & Remodeling, LLC

Dr. Daniel Rich

Jim and Amy Rogers

Chris and Chelsea Shukie

Austin Smith and Susan Koury Smith

John Tamasi and Jennifer Mills Tamasi

The Blackbaud Giving Fund

Matthew and Thoa Van Eman

M. Elizabeth White

Alexander Zani

Mario and Monica Zottola

2024 ANNUAL REPORT cont.

Alumni Giving

1964

Sr. Kathleen Berube

Phillip Brillante

Maureen Healey Burke

Kathleen Kennedy Byers

John Carroll

Joseph Connors

Sandra Megna Erbetta

Donna Dedrick Gagliardi

John Hughes

William Lawless

John Lukas

Sharon O’Keefe Madden

Virginia Mutty Michna

John Shack Jr.

Philip Towne

Victor Tremblay

Joseph Twomey

Veronica Spina Walus

Michele Welch

Janet Gorham Whittle

1965

Arlene O’Donoghue

Belliveau

Thomas Burns

Edmund Corcoran

John Donovan Jr.

Charles Driscoll

Rev. Edward Enright OSA

Margaret Mary

Doherty Frechette

Valerie Hayner Hughes

Dennis McCarthy

John McEachern

Stephanie Kelley Parker

David White

M. Elizabeth White

1966

Ralph Abbott

Frank Burns, Jr.

Rosemary Dewees

William Doherty

Stephen DuLong

Mary McGloan Foley

Donna Carta McGowan

Elaine McLaughlin

John Messina

Sharon Johnson O’Keefe

1967

Julie Boyle Andreason

Karen O’Donoghue Bagshaw

Doris Chojnowski

Gerard Demone

Dave Fittante

Janice O’Keefe Flavin

Paul Karpowicz

Lawrence Keefe

David Kennedy

Gerard Lucente

Judith Foley McManamon

Thomas O’Connell

Robert Pihl

Wayne Williams

1968

Thomas Callahan

Patricia Hogan Egan

Jane Paradis Lawless

Gerald Lordan

Kevin Meskell

John O’Brien

Rosemary Dickson O’Brien

Janet Crepeau O’Connell

Karen Dolan Pihl

Susan Pineau-Chaisson

Leslie Pass Prior

Maryellen Remmert-Loud

Kathleen Fisher Trumbull

1969

Lawrence Babine

Chuck Bennett

Marilyn Byrne

Kathleen Halpin Curry

Michael Curry

Bernie D’Onofrio

Patrick Donahoe

Jeanne Dray Duffy

Charlie Keefe

John Kneeland

David Lambert

Denise Labbe Lucente

Dennis Martel

Thomas McKie

Joanne Murrman

James O’Brien

Dr. Daniel Rich

John Sullivan

Alexander Zani

1970

MaryElise Piotte Cervelli

Donald Collins

Christine Cronin-Tocci

Maryellen Buckley Cyr

Patrick Martell

Kenneth Najarian

Dianne Ferretti Preston

1971

Anonymous

Leonard Delaney

Joseph Dillon

Tom Fitzgerald

Donald Gill

Michael McGlynn

Robert Norberg

Margaret Powers Regan

Denise Erwin Webber

1972

Anonymous

Dennis Amico

Fr. John Brown

Fr. Albert Capone

Lisa Solano Costanza

Janice Callahan Eisert

Stephen Feeney

Elizabeth Lanigan

Robert Lynch

John MacDonald

Phillip Messina

Marco Nargi

Paul Preston

Mark Sullivan

Mark Treanor

Joan Murray Webb

1973

David Fitzgerald

Eileen Pope Foley

William Leahy

Daniel Lordan

Lynne Lowenstein

Vincent McKeon

Kathleen Morris

Lisa Peters

Paul Rosie

Susan Quinn Rosie

Margaret Tobin Finnegan

Christopher Webber

Edward Woods

1974

Larry Barton

David Danehy

Br. Gregory Day

Natalie Frissore

Sheila Glynn-Badolato

Karen Falkenstein Green

Michael Keefe

Brian Mazerski

Martha Kelly McGurl

Richard McGurl

Laurie Daprato Mooney

Eileen Smith

1975

Michael Albanese

Sheila Babine

Peggy O’Neill Fichera

Kevin Hogan

Susan Koury Smith

Maureen Murphy

Mark Shea

Terri Hunt Shine

1976

Annmarie Cusato DePalma

Mary Guanci Doherty

Austin Smith

Kevin Tanner

Michael Vieira

1977

Stacie Pallotta Knight

Thomas Maloney

Janet Monagle

1978

Alden Downs

Karen Trischitta Hawkins

Nancy Mallahan Jenkins

Daniel Sheehan

Patricia Keefe Sheehan

James Taggart

Ellen Travers Roche

1979

Christopher Brown

Michael Ceppi

Joanne Coughlin

Mary Duane

Frederick Hayes, Jr.

John Intravaia

Marguerite O’Brien

James Turner

Charlie Uglietto

1980

Michelle Bees

Laurence Brown

Jean Cusato Cocco

John Lepore

Kathleen Crowley Martino

Mary Anne Donovan Rull

1981

Maura Dignan Boucher

Irene Butler

Patricia Babine Crane

Timothy Geary

Patricia Johnson Georgevich

Carol Greeley

William Kenney

Michael Pallotta

1982

Barbara Calautti

Stephen Calautti

1983

Alyssa Albertelli

Sheila Brady Conboy

Lori Levaggi MacIsaac

Julie Nero

Alyce Foster Peek

Regina Sabatino

1984

Anonymous

Timothy Kiley

Peter Kristo

Diana Papagni Kresien

Jennifer Vaccaro Gallois

Maureen Williams

1985

Kenneth Gibbons

Laurie Hayes

Michael Hayes

Mary Benson Skipper

1986

Susan Kennedy Casey

Mary Corcoran-Connell

John Donato

Christopher Hall

Erin Curtin Kreider

Justin Pallis

1987

Anonymous

Juliane Visconti Deneen

Michael Deneen

Joseph Doherty

Brian Femia

Patrick Hayes

Michael Marchese

1988

Gail Barringer Lambie

Patrick Burke

Carla Damian Livolsi

Kelly Noyes Delaney

Sean Delaney

Kelly Golden Miley

Dana Malone Reardon

James Walsh

Mary Beth Recinito Walsh

1989

Donna Kerney-Correia

1990

Lynn Recinito Clark

David Gardiner

Vanessa SanJuan Johnson

William Keefe

Maureen Sullivan Keleher

Nate Naughton

1991

Nathan Butze

Cristina Cantu Murphy

John Murphy

1992

Jennifer O’Malley LeBlanc

Jennifer Murphy Orlando

1993

Justin Auger

Mr. & Mrs. Anthony

Raymond, Sr

Jason Ronan

1994

Christine Fleming

William Lovell

Daniel Walsh

1995

Suzanne Favuzza

Brian Delahanty

Natalie DeLaria

James Recinito

Thomas Ryan

Ryan Southard

1996

Anonymous

Janet Costello Delude

William Ferrari

Nicole Santini Keefe

Nick Parisi

Mary Sullivan-Barnea

1997

Brett Boczenowski

Stacey Young Boczenowski

Curt Colarullo

Matthew Condon

Meredith Stone Giesta

Allison Hauser Gill

Robert Gill

Mary Ann Grzyb McMahon

Kathryn Recinito Philbin

Megan Whyte de Vasquez

1998

Christopher Angelillo

Janelle Daley Linskey

Janelle Tribble

Stephen Turner

1999

James Bradley

Michael DeSimone

Erin Delaney O’Connell

Julie O’Brien Scafidi

2000

Anonymous

2001

Christopher Pesce

2002

Danielle Doherty Angelillo

David McLaughlin

2003

Anonymous

Kimberly Erler

Tim Keefe

Karen Keenan

Matthew Kuschel

Brian Moynihan

Kerri Mutpy Moynihan

2005

Erica Uliano Holleran

Lauren Moran Noonan

Patrick Noonan

Michael Pesce

2006

Brendan Kirkpatrick

Alexander Lee

Catalina Ortiz

2007

Andrew Burns

Alexandra DeSousa Munroe

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2008

Anonymous

Justin Cerra

Katie Pallotta Waitt

2009

Andrew Manning

2010

Mike Pallotta

2013

Frantz Pinard

2014

Eileen Harris Foster

Brian Goggin

Kathryn Fleming Goggin

Hannah Victoria Kirby

2015

Meghan Barrasso

2017

Bridget Flaherty

Meghan Kreider

2018

Jessica Cavanaugh

2023

Mary Morales

Mia Polsto

Saint Agnes School Alumni

Lawrence Bench

John and Julie Canniff

Patrick Crane

Nancy Dutton

Frances Florencourt

Robert and Lisa Hackley

Jeremiah Hallisey

John and Marilyn Kiley

Faculty and Staff Giving

Anonymous (4)

Letitia Apstein

John Balliro

Stephen Barrett

Estevao Bida

Jeremy Blomberg

Stacey Young Boczenowski

Sara Bullen

Linda Butt

Kathleen Cassell

Jessica Cavanaugh

Peter Chun

Serge Clivio

Patricia Babine Crane

Anna Danahy

Maria Davey

Mary DeAngelo

Natalie DeLaria

Janet Costello Delude

Olivia Dooley

Beth Anne Economou

Michael Fay

Deirdre Finn

Julie Flanagan

Gabriella Foderaro

Michael Foley

Eileen Harris Foster

Paul Frassa

Michael Fullerton

Heidi Gould

John Graceffa

Christian Guarino

Robert Heald

Walter Johnson

Nicole Santini Keefe

Dr. Andrew Keough

Matthew Killion

Erin Curtin Kreider

Maura Lavalle

Elizabeth Lee

David Lehr

Janelle Daley Linskey

Mary Listro

Ying Liu

Maria Lolla

Nicole Luongo

Tina MacIntosh

Michelle Maffeo

Lisa Martignetti

Cheryl Mastrogiovanni

Daniel McGlathery

Sr. Barbara McHugh, CSJ

Lynette McSweeney

Liliana Molinaro

Andrea Morrissey

Daniel Munroe

Nate Naughton

Barbara O’Connell

Michael Olsen

Nick Parisi

JoAnn Passeri

Cynthia Przytula

Kathy Ray

Erica Ribeiro

Edward Rosa

Robert Sarmiento

Tiziana Savoca

Kelly Seibel

Lynn Shanahan

Dan Shine

Myranda Stray

Dr. Laurie Sullivan

Shannon Sullivan

Katie Pallotta Waitt

David Watts

David Wilcox

Amy Zorio

Foundation Giving

American Online

Giving Foundation

Catholic Health Foundation of Greater Boston

Catholic Schools Foundation

Fidelity Foundation

Shea Family Foundation

Parent Giving

Anonymous (14)

Giovanni Abbadessa and Cynthia Carrillo Infante

Andrew and Monique Airasian

Gloria Albertelli

Arakel and Natasha Aljalian

Megan Allen

Diego Alonso and Alana Serignese

Patrick and Patrice Ambrosia

John Anastasiou

Christopher and Danielle Angelillo

Daniel and Lisa Appugliese

Patrick and Melissa Arone

Gordon and Martha Axtman

Frederick and Mary Baker

Janice Baker

Edward and Pia Banzy

Stephen and Erin Barrett

Thomas and Kathy Beggan

David Beliveau and

Margaret Cross-Beliveau

Francis Benison and

Paula Fleming

Joseph and Joanne

Berlinghieri

Edward and Barbara Bernis

Mark Blais and Cathy Conboy

Annette Bloom

Brett and Stacey Boczenowski

Michael Bonaventura and Yerania Del Orbe

Robert and Colleen Brierley

Adam and Jennifer Brockman

Daniel and Mary Ann Brosnan

Timothy and Kristine Brown

Daniel and Linda Browne

James and Jennifer Buckley

Walter and Linda Buhay

Patrick and Lisa Burke

Cathy Cahill

Joseph Cahill and Denise

Diviney Cahill

Gregory and Lynne Caldwell

John and Julie Canniff

Jorge and Anne Cantú

Joseph and Susan Casey

Andrea Channer

Robert and Christine Christopher

John and Susan Ciccone

Serge Clivio

Mark and Krystina Codair

Richard and Ann Cohn

Curt Colarullo

David and Anne Cole

John and Genevieve Connaughton

Brian and Maureen Connolly

James Connell and Mary Corcoran-Connell

Greg and Tracy Corey

Stephen and Marie Coukos

William and Caron Courier

Joseph and Patricia Crane

James and Michelle Cristofori

John and Donna Cullinan

Donald and Jane Cultrera

Michael and Lori Curran

Martha Curtin

Mary Curtin

Gerard Daigle

Richard and Mary Daley

William and Anna Danahy

Francesco Daniele and Suzanne Favuzza

Daniel and Teresa DeBenedictis

Paul and Paula Delory

Curt and Colette Dewan

Albert and Ellen DiMinico

Michael and Elizabeth Dodge

David and Mary Doherty

Frances Doherty

Frank and Marisa Doherty

Patrick Dolan

Marcio and Marcia DosSantos

Stephen and Deborah Douglas

Philip Drapeau and Tracy Van Dorpe

Duane and Bernadine Drohan

David Dudzinski and Cara Lund

Donna Duffy

Ben and Nancy Dutton

William and Elizabeth Egan

Kelly Feeney

Stephen and Carol Feeney

Stephen and Patricia Fernandes

Matthew and Deirdre Finn

Julie Finnerty

Gareth and Julie Flanagan

Kimberly Foster

Anastasia Gacao

Richard and Sharon Gale

Mr. & Mrs. Aniruddha Ganguly

David Gardiner and Antoinette Merlino

George and Kim Gately

Timothy and Terie Geary

John Giardina and Lynda McSweeney-Giardina

Paul and Meredith Giesta

James and Heidi Gould

Eugene Guild

Robert and Lisa Hackley

Christopher and Julie Hall

James and Marie Hall

John and Erin Hardy

David and Margaret Hegarty

Andrew Heidebrecht and Laura Dyer

Shannon Henry

Kenneth Hintlian

Timothy Hirsch

Ken and Beth Holman

Mark and Patrice Horgan

Robert Jamieson

John and Mary Jordan

Steven and Tania Kader

Carl and Kristen Kallenberg

Paul Kasili and Serene Williams-Kasili

Katherine M. Hanafin Estate

Charlie and Linda Keefe

Chad and Nicole Keefe

George and Tracy Kennedy

William and Maureen Kenney

Michael and Nancy Keough

Thomas and Suzanne Keough

Sheila Kiddy

Edward and Holly Kirby

Stacie Pallotta Knight

Robert Konover and Megan Adzima

John and Erin Kreider

Matthew Kreimeyer and Theresa DiJoseph

Mr. & Mrs. Michael Laffan

Maura Lavalle

Mian and Jeffrey Lavallee

Giovanna Lazzara and John Baldasaro

William and Catherine Leahy

David and Elizabeth Lee

Jack Lepore

Donald and Mary Lucey

Lawrence and Carol Luddecke

Matthew and Lisa Lyons

Christopher and Grace MacDonald

G. Robert MacDonald

Stephen and Tina MacIntosh

Tomohiro and Saori Maeda

Michelle and David Maffeo

Adam Malinowski and Jin Xu

Katherine Malone

Hugh and Carole Manning

Roger and Dorie Mansen

Sharon Merrill Marino

Brian and Julie Marlowe

Peter Martelli and Sarah Byrne-Martelli

Robert and Eileen Martin

Dr. Anthony Martyniak and Dr. Julia Braza

Moses Matsalia

Patrick and Barbara Matteson

Shawn and Nattakan

McDermott

Anne Marie McDonald

John and Marjorie McDonough

David and Sarah McElroy

Patricia McElroy

Richard and Martha McGurl

Michael and Lynette

McSweeney

Carol Melisi

Robert and Claudia Meyer

Douglas and Julia Micalizzi

John and Doreen Miele

Stephen and Catherine Mitchell

Nick and Marie Mitropoulos

Ray and Lynn Morel

Andrea and Clayton Morrissey

Patrick Mullen and Orla Byrne-Mullen

Sean and Marylou Mullen

Daniel and Alexandra Munroe

Barry and Joanne Munroe

James and Dianne Munsey

James Murdock and Melanie Tringali

Justin and Michelle Murgo

John and Cristina Murphy

John Murphy and Catherine Fernadez-Murphy

Ivan Myjer and Susan Denenberg

Kostas Nanopoulos and Heidi Hendershott

William and Nancy Naughton

Paulo Neves and Kim Gosselin

Scott and Michele Nivens

Edward and Mary Nolan

Robert and Kimberly Noonan

Colm and Mary O’Brien

Barbara O’Connell

Luke and Erin O’Connell

Sean and Melissa O’Dowd

Michael and Joanne Olsen

Jorge and Carla Orta

Michael and Mitzi Pallotta

Nancy Pallotta

Frank and Frances Parisi

Nick Parisi and Shirley

Mak-Parisi

Robert and Ann Patterson

Michael and Giuseppina Paulo

Susan Pekock

Anthony and Anita Pescara

Phillip and Elizabeth Pesce

John and Carole Pessotti

David and Janet Peterson

Paul and Diane Petrelis

Charles and Jane Pigott

Paul and Karina Pinella

Frances Polito

William Porcaro and Susan Sweeney

Brian and Coreen Powderly

Justin and Rebecca Precourt

Paul and Dianne Preston

Robert and Lisa Priante

Denise Prior

Ian and Emily Ramey

Mark Ranaghan

Patricia Rauseo

Frank and Kathy Ray

Mr. & Mrs. Anthony

Raymond, Sr

Edward and Dana Reardon

James and Kathleen Recinito

Mary Recinito

William and Margaret Regan

David Reynolds

Kenneth and Susan Richardson

Edward and Kathleen Riley

Michael and Kathleen Riley

Raul Ripoll Vera and Maria Maroto

Jim and Amy Rogers

Micah Rowland and Kyong-Jin Lee

Amir Samary Goncalves Neto and Maira Marques Samary

Mr. & Mrs. Rodolfo San Juan

Gary and Suzanne Santini

Robert and Jennifer Sarmiento

Martin and Julie Scafidi

Joseph and Sharon Sciarappa

Robert and Elizabeth Shea

Daniel and Patricia Sheehan

Chris and Chelsea Shukie

James Siedlecki and Valerie Laganas

Jaime and Mabilia Silva

John and Holly Simione

Mary Simmons

Terrence and Aileen Slater

John and Susane Smiroldo

Austin Smith and Susan

Koury Smith

Shannon Smith

Othon Sofianopoulos and Jenny Aurielle Babon

Ryan and Kristen Southard

Stephen and Katherine Spagnoli

Virginia Sparrow

Michael and Connie Speidel

Jesse and Jessica St Marie

Keith Stavely

Robert and Patricia Stewart

Louis and Cheryl Stifano

Kathleen Stocker

Anne Sullivan

Joseph Sullivan

Michael Sullivan and Michelle Dupont-Sullivan

James and Shannon Sullivan

Nino and Terri Lynne Susi

John Tamasi and Jennifer

Mills Tamasi

Claire Tanner

Ronald and Heather Tashjian

David and Kelly Tchorz

John and Mary Tegan

Antonio and Arina Terra

William and Dawn Terry

Paul Tesluk and Megan Hurley

Frank and Judy Tessitore

Mike and Melanie Toomey

Anh and Lam Tran

Kevin and Ellen Roche

James Minott Tribble

and Marina Pala Tribble

Tony and Candice Trzcinka

Charlie and Robin Uglietto

Anne Valeri

Carl Valeri

Brian and Laura Vogler

John and Amy Volante

Nick and Katie Waitt

Ron and Elizabeth Waitt

Adam and Lynn Walder

Daniel Wemple and Erin Madison

Frank and Jacqueline White

John and Catherine White

Mary Ellen Whyte

David and Patricia Wilcox

Parker and Debra Willard

Donna Williams

Lynn Winans

Damon Wirtanen

Edward Woods and Dawn Garrity-Woods

Kevin and Pamela Wright

Charles and Kathy Wynters

Kathleen Young

Peter Zappala

Lawrence and Amy Zorio

Mario and Monica Zottola

Rodney Zukowski and Barbara Lawnicki

Van Donors

Arlington Council 109

Knights of Columbus

Larry Barton and Eliza Alden

John Carroll and Fran Lipson

Kenneth Hintlian

Tim and Stephany Keefe

Connie Mugnai

Mark Sullivan

Charlie and Robin Uglietto

Anne Valeri

Carl Valeri

DONOR SPOTLIGHT

Arlington Catholic and Saint Agnes School to Receive a NEW Van!

Did you know that last year, we were able to raise over $70,000 to purchase a new 13-15-seat van for our school? It started with a $35,000 seed grant from Eliza and Larry Barton and grew from there! We could not be more excited or grateful for the support of this vision! With this van, we will now be able to transport our smaller athletic teams to various competitions, provide further opportunities for service trips, and internships, and so much more. Unfortunately, because of unanticipated production challenges at the Ford Motor Company, the process has taken longer than expected. However, we have received recent assurances that the vehicle is now under construction and we can expect delivery around the turn of the year.

On behalf of the entire student body of ACHS and SAS we want to thank the following donors who got behind this initiative and made it happen for the benefit of our students. We could not be more grateful!

Larry (SAS ’70, AC ’74, ) and Eliza Barton

Arlington Knights of Columbus

John Carroll (AC ’64)

Ken Hintlian

Keefe Funeral Home

Connie Mugnai

Mark Sullivan

Charlie Uglietto

Anne and Carl Valeri

Coming 2025!

Appreciation for Scholar Support

Did you know that each year at Saint Agnes School and Arlington Catholic High School student scholars are supported financially by Alumni and other friends of the school, beyond the support of the Annual Fund? These young people literally receive thousands of dollars each year so they can further pursue their scholastic dreams here on Medford Street.

This year Ms. Connie Mugnai, a parishioner from Saint Agnes Parish, reached out to let us know she would be increasing her contribution to student scholars from $25,000 to $30,000!

We were and remain extremely grateful! To this end we gathered her students together so that they could share with her their dreams for the future as well as express their appreciation. It was a wonderful conversation that convinced Connie once again that her support is very worthwhile. We want to thank Connie and the other members of our community who offer similar support for our student scholars by “paying it forward” and supporting the youth of Saint Agnes School and Arlington Catholic High School.

Is this something you would like to do? Please reach out to Director of Advancement, Michelle (Famolare) Casey (AC ’84) at mcasey@achs.net for more information. Thank you for your consideration!

Saint Agnes Parishioner, Connie Mugnai, stands with “her” scholars on the steps of Arlington Catholic!

PRESIDENT’S FUND INITIATIVE

Matching Donors Wanted in Support of the President’s Fund!

Did you know that our school now has an endowment (The President’s Fund) that will ensure the longevity of the school for generations to come?

An endowment is a special high yield savings account, from which the interest (earnings) can be drawn upon annually to cover unforeseen or budget draining expenses of the school. Several area Catholic schools have established multi-million dollar endowments and we believe that we can too. Consider this, a $1,000,000 endowment earning 6% interest would yield $60,000 to the school annually. Earning 10%, the fund would yield $100,000 to the school each year! A $5,000,000 endowment would potentially provide the school with an additional $500,000 a year to offset our costs! This is a big deal and something we are asking our supporters to help us make a reality. Consider all gifts in this regard to be efforts toward guaranteeing the future of our school!

However, we need your help! Building on the initial contribution of $2,500 by the Class of 1973, this year we received a

donation of $25,000 anonymously as well as $10,000 from Saint Agnes School Alumnus, Jeremiah Hallisey, in honor of his Matignon schoolmate, Arlington resident, and recipient of the Congressional Medal of Honor, Joseph X. Grant. Additionally, we received a $2,300 donation from the class of 1979. These donations were intended to expand our endowment and further solidify the future of our school. Would you be willing to match a portion or equally match one of these donations? It could be split over 5 years in $5,000 payments. Or perhaps it could be a family donation from several branches of the family. Recognizing the ambitious nature of this goal, our aim is to increase the endowment by $250,000 each year, bringing us to a $1,250,000 endowment in five years. In the name of preserving our incredibly special school here in the center of Arlington for decades to come, can you help us with this? Please email me directly (akeough@ achs.net) or call anytime if you would like to help us reach our goal. Thank you for your consideration!

SPECIAL THANkS

Catholic Schools Foundation (CSF) was incorporated in 1989 as an offshoot of the St. Anthony’s scholarship fund, established in 1983 by Most Reverend Thomas V. Daily and Paul Birmingham. CSF was established to help raise funds for scholarships and programs that allow students from lowincome backgrounds to benefit from high-quality Catholic education in the Archdiocese of Boston. Students from Saint Agnes School and Arlington Catholic High School have benefitted from funds from CSF during the 2023-2024 school year.

The main goals of CSF center around ensuring that all families who wish to send their children to Catholic schools can do so despite their financial situation. CSF helps schools build and maintain sustainability to guarantee a brighter future for Catholic

to the CATHOLIC SCHOOLS FOUNDATION

education. Their scholarship totals $14.7 million and provides a high-quality education to 3624 students. Our students recently wrote “Thank you” notes to people

and organizations from whom they have received grants. Listed below are some of these quotations:

“Thank you so much for letting me do the things I enjoy, such as playing a sport for a school that I love. Soccer allows me to have a connection with other people on my team and to do what I love. Your contribution to the Catholic Schools Foundation has benefited not just me but also other children you are helping, as well as every member of Arlington Catholic Community and every Catholic School.”

“Thank you very much for donating to the Catholic Schools Foundation. It helps me continue with my Catholic education since preschool.”

“I want to thank you so much for supporting me and all the Catholic School Foundation Scholars. Your generosity helps so many students get the education and support they need to succeed in school and life. My plan after high school is to go to college. This is one of my major goals because I am 1 of 2 siblings who are first-generation college students. It’s a big opportunity for me!”

Class Notes

CLASS OF ’52 (SAS)

Jeremiah Hallisey has always supported Saint Agnes School, and recently made the inaugural donation of $2000.00 for the “We’re Saving a Seat for You” project to support classroom expansion with the purchase of hew desks and chairs. We are grateful to Jerry for his continuous donations to Saint Agnes and Arlington Catholic. A man of great faith, Jerry attends daily Mass and shares his faith with others.

CLASS OF ’64 (ACHS)

Sister Kathy Berube, CSJ - Today and throughout my teaching career, I hope to bring to my students, lessons beyond book knowledge. Transitions can be rocky. Take it one day at a time and welcome new experiences. Many things in life are challenging. For today’s students, my hope is that you succeed in your studies, but perhaps more importantly that you notice the people, places and events that both excite you and challenge you and learn from it all. Remember, in all that you do, “act justly, love tenderly, and walk humbly with God”.

(Micah 6:8)

CLASS OF ’65 (ACHS)

San Giampapa is still working in his community as a part time cashier at the Wegmans in Burlington. He is also a part time substitute teacher in the Lexington school system and is a eucharistic minister at St. Malachy Church in Burlington.

CLASS OF ’67 (ACHS)

Judge Gerard Boyle was promoted to Knight Grand Cross of the Equestrian Order of the Holy Sepulchre of Jerusalem by Archbishop

Richard Henning as one of the Archbishop’s first acts as the new Archbishop of Boston.

CLASS OF ’68 (ACHS)

Kevin Meskell and his wife, Ginny, celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary along with their three children/spouses and seven grandkids with a Caribbean vacation. Kevin and Ginny first met at the end of Kevin’s senior year at Arlington Catholic.

CLASS OF ’72 (ACHS)

Bob Lynch and his son Brian traveled from New Jersey and New York to attend the Army - Navy game held for the first time in New England at Gillette Stadium on December 9, 2023. They ran into Mark Treanor and his 20 plus Treanor Family and Friends entourage. They were able to sit next to each other and discuss football (ACHS and Army) for the whole game. Army held on to win with seconds left! The pageantry and inter service hijinks were over the top. Nancy Babine Kucinski was also in attendance with her 30 plus family entourage.

Bob Lynch ‘72, Brian Lynch, and Mark Treanor ‘72

Lynne Lowenstein - I recently celebrated my 50th Reunion from Arlington Catholic. My high school years were some of the best times of my life. Reconnecting with classmates, reminiscing about shared memories, renewing old friendships, was incredibly heartwarming and humbling.

CLASS OF ’73 (ACHS)

Larry Cronin - My experience at Arlington Catholic influenced me throughout my lifetime. The faculty provided a solid foundation for future learning and my classmates are among my best friends. As a bonus, I even met my wife at AC!

CLASS OF ’73(SAS)/’77(ACHS

Stacie (Pallotta) Knight - Saint Agnes and Arlington Catholic taught me the importance of maintaining relationships. The schools blessed me with lifelong friends – even 50 years later. Sister Mary Ellen Barnes was my Biology teacher and formed my love for Science. I will forever by grateful for everything Saint Agnes and Arlington Catholic has given me.

CLASS OF ’74 (ACHS)

Natalie Frissore became a grandmother for the first time! Penelope Faye Haggerty was born on June 22, 2024 –coincidentally, the day of the Class of 1974 50th Reunion!

CLASS OF ’81 (ACHS)

Beth Towle Locke was recently honored with the 2024 Alan McClennen Community Arts Award by the Arlington Center for the Arts. This recognition celebrates Beth’s outstanding dedication, through her work with the Arlington Chamber of Commerce, to enriching the cultural landscape of Arlington. Her efforts bring together the community, local businesses, town officials, and cultural organizations, consistently supporting local

artists and young creatives while promoting Arlington as a vibrant cultural hub. Since 2015, Beth has served as the Executive Director of the Arlington Chamber of Commerce, where her leadership continues to strengthen the town’s cultural vitality.

CLASS OF ’84 (ACHS)

Michelle Famolare Casey - Reflecting on my time as a student at Arlington Catholic, I remember how much I loved my classes, friends and the supportive community that Arlington Catholic fostered. I was involved in various clubs, including the Christian Service Club, where I learned the value of giving back; the Liturgy Planning Club, which deepened my spiritual engagement; and the International Club, which broadened my global perspective.

Kelli Fillipone just celebrated 36 years as an RN on Mother Baby Unit at Winchester Hospital. She lives in Hampstead NH with her husband Tony. They are parents to four boys and two girls and grandparents to two grandsons.

CLASS OF ’88 (ACHS)

Barbara Kondilis co-founded the Hellenic Scientific Society for Health Literacy. She also co-Founded and voluntarily serves as President of “Art, Graffiti in the City”, a nonprofit overseeing how graffiti affects public space. Barbara teaches higher education, in addition to being a counselor and wellness coach. She is an Assistant Professor in Arts & Sciences at Hellenic American University and was asked to participate as a TedX Speaker in the town of Lamia, central Greece, on graffiti and street art in public space. She specializes in community health issues and training counselors and therapists.

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CLASS OF ’89 (ACHS)

After spending 15 years in education as a teacher and school administrator in the Greater Boston area, Kevin McCormick (left)is now an accomplished television and film actor based out of New York and currently residing in Connecticut.

CLASS OF ’99 (ACHS)

Hello! My name is Erin Delaney O’Connell, and I’m a proud member of the Class of 1999. My husband, Luke O’Connell, who also graduated from AC in ’99, and I have been married for nearly 20 years. We live in Watertown with our two children. I work as an assistant manager at a local bank, and when I’m not driving our kids to their activities or at one of their sports games, I enjoy reading and shopping. Luke is a manager at Boston Medical Center, and he also volunteers as a coach for Watertown Youth Basketball and coaches high school baseball. Our son, Kevin, is a senior at Watertown High, where he plays football and basketball. He’ll soon be applying to colleges. Our daughter, Lexie, is currently a sophomore at AC. It has been so wonderful to be back at AC, whether attending Back to School Night or watching Lexie play volleyball, basketball, or lacrosse. I love running into old friends, meeting new ones, and the fact that Lexie has some of the same teachers that both Luke and I had back in the 90s. Over and over, I have been reminded of the strong sense of faith and community at AC and I love that our daughter, along with my nephew Jack- also a sophomore, are getting to experience that as well.

CLASS OF ’01 (ACHS)

Sean Gray writes: “Hi everyone. Quick life update from me. I’ve been working with smallholder farmers in Africa for the last 10 years or so. I’ve spent time in Cameroon, Burundi, Rwanda, and will be relocating to Kenya at the end of the year. I have a wife,

Faematu, and two young boys, Aayan and Sufjan. I’m far from Arlington geographically, but my friends and memories from Saint Agnes & ACHS are always close to my heart. Hope everyone is healthy and happy!”

CLASS OF ’03 (ACHS)

Jim Feeney was one of the recipients of the Paul Harris Award from the Arlington Rotary Club this past fall. Jim is the Town Manager of Arlington. Citing Jim’s work performed in, and with many town departments, Select Board Member Eric Helmuth has said that Jim’s “institutional knowledge of Arlington is deep and his enthusiasm for public service strong.”

CLASS OF ’05 (ACHS)

Patrick Langan - My time at Arlington Catholic was great! It molded me into the person I am today. It introduced me to many qualities like leadership, selflessness, integrity and commitment. Acquiring these core value encouraged me to place the needs of others before my own. Fast forward twenty years, I can say that I have dedicated my life to the service of others and the Arlington Catholic “experience” definitely prepared my for that.

CLASS OF ’09(SAS)/’13(ACHS

Caroline Smith - After graduating from Arlington Catholic, Caroline attended Saint Michael’s College in Vermont where she majored in psychology. Before attending law school, she worked as a paralegal for two years at an insurance defense firm in Charlestown, MA. Caroline graduated from New England Law | Boston in May of 2022. Caroline is an Associate at McGregor Legere & Stevens PC in Boston, which is a boutique law firm specializing in environmental, land use, and zoning litigation throughout Massachusetts. Caroline’s practice involves appearing in Massachusetts courts and before local and state agencies, boards, and commissions, helping

clients with a range of issues including zoning, subdivisions, state and local enforcement actions, wetlands permitting and appeals, Article 97, stormwater, and Chapter 91 licenses. Outside of work, Caroline (still) resides in Medford, is a member of the Medford Conservation Commission, enjoys walking her dog, Axel, playing soccer, travelling, and gardening. Caroline is marrying Brian Quijada (Lowell, MA) in May of 2025 in Bedford, NH.

CLASS OF ’10(SAS)/’14(ACHS

My name is Eileen (Harris) Foster, and I’m a proud graduate of the SAS class of 2010 and AC class of 2014. After high school, I earned both my Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees in Early Childhood Education from Salem State University. I’ve continued to pursue my passion for learning and helping others by becoming a first-grade teacher in the very community where I was raised. Now in my fourth year teaching at SAS, I find the work incredibly rewarding and love every moment of it. It’s truly special to teach in a place that holds such a cherished spot in my heart and the hearts of so many others. In December of 2023, I married my wonderful husband, Eddie. Outside of teaching, I’m passionate about advocating for mental health awareness and helping organize events for the Bruna Rocha Memorial Foundation. When I’m not working or volunteering, I enjoy spending time down the Cape with Eddie and our energetic 5-month-old yellow lab, Pumpkin, who keeps us very busy! I’m deeply grateful for the path I’ve found and the many blessings I’ve received, all thanks to the incredible support and community of SAS and AC.

CLASS OF ’11 (ACHS)

James Harris married his fiancée, Amanda Pinheiro, in a beautiful ceremony at Saint Agnes Church on Saturday October 19, 2024. A reception followed that evening in Maine. Many

Saint Agnes and Arlington Catholic alumni were in attendance.

CLASS OF ’14 (ACHS)

Michael Santoro - Being a student at Arlington Catholic was a wonderful experience or me. I was fortunate to be engaged both academically and socially in a variety of co-curricular activities. I was able to be challenged in my coursework and learned the value of education both inside and outside of the classroom. Looking back on this, I know that these academic and co-curricular involvements helped me to learn and grow. These experiences gave me the tools to turn my passion into a career.

CLASS OF ’15 (ACHS)

Arlington Catholic Cougars celebrated the wedding of fellow alumni Jackie Sindoris as she wed John Mazza.

Pictured: (Back row L to R) Allyson Cunningham Hefler ‘15, Sarah “Penny” Maimone ‘15, Adrieana Rossini ‘15, Cassidy Bruen ‘15, Katherine Crane ‘15, Jessica Piracini ‘15, Danielle Kelley ‘14. (Front row L to R) Nina Saitta ‘15, Bridget Crane ‘17, Jackie Sindoris Mazza ‘15 Patricia Babine Crane ‘81 and Meagan Hallaran ‘15.

CLASS OF ’14(SAS)/’18(ACHS

Cate Gallagher – On Saturday, November 16th, I gave the culminating recital for my master’s degree in Vocal Performance at the Longy School

(Class Notes cont.)

of Music in Cambridge, MA. As I wrote in the program notes for the recital, the performance “examines the emotions and milestones that so many of us experience throughout youth and adolescence. From songs based on familiar nursery rhymes taught in the earliest days of school, timely reflections on the resiliency of children in the face of horrors, to pure childlike wonder expressed in the final movement of Mahler’s Fourth Symphony, I’ve curated a programmatic journey that uses music to remind us all of our own formative years. The title of the recital is inspired by Robert Schumann’s Kinderszenen, a set of 13 solo piano pieces. Writing about the pieces, Schumann explained that these were not meant as pieces for children. Rather, they were intended as an adult’s reflection on childhood. The recital is divided into five sections, each reflecting different childhood feelings, thoughts, or experiences, and framed by selections from

Kinderszenen.” I was joined by many from the Catholic Parishes of Arlington community to support me, including Fr. Marc Bishop, Fr. Charlie Bourke, Sr. Barbara McHugh, and fellow SAS and AC alumni, Sheila Babine and David Lambert. I’m so grateful for their support, as well as the support of my family, friends, and teachers, all of whom have helped me reach this point.

CLASS OF ’19 (ACHS)

Samantha Klein – Arlington Catholic contributed to my personal and professional development by fostering a sense of compassion and integrity. With these values in mind, I can navigate challenges with grace and make responsible decisions that benefit my community.

CLASS OF ’21 (ACHS)

Kelley Munger is currently pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Nursing at the Merrimack College’s School of Nursing & Health Sciences. The latest milestone in her journey as a BSN student has been securing a preceptorship placement at Massachusetts General Hospital in Pediatrics.

IN MEMORIAM

“You are ever a part of our lives, all the good you have shared will live on in our hearts”. – Gregory Norbet

Leonard Cassidy – Bus Driver

FORMER FACULTY

Ernest Ardolino Sr. – Former Faculty and Coach Ernie Ardolino passed away peacefully on December 16. Ernie was the beloved husband of the late Anna and loving father of Diane Brown, Lauri Buonopane, Ernie Ardolino, and Elana Ryan. Ernie was the proud Grandpa of Brittany, Shelby, and Cassidy Brown, Michael and Sophia Buonopane, Aliana, Ayla and Aadryana, Ryan, and Aiden and Andrew Ardolino. Ernie was a beloved teacher and coach at Arlington Catholic for many years. We lost a good friend. Rest in peace, Ernie!

Lenny Cassidy of Janesville, WI, formerly of Arlington, passed away on March 12. Lenny was an Arlington Firefighter for 25 years, retiring in 1994. Lenny also served his country in the United States Navy. Lenny was the beloved bus driver for Arlington Catholic, driving students to many school and sporting events. Lenny is survived by his wife Alice, his children Anita Murphy, Jewell Shepherd, Barry Badertscher, Rebecca Padera, and Julie Fustok, and his brother Frank, as well as numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Rest in peace, Lenny!

James R. Earl – Former Faculty and Bus Driver

Jim Earl passed away on August 14. Jim was the beloved husband of 45 years to Linda. He is survived by his son, Eric Earl and his wife Jennifer and his granddaughter Gianna. Jim was a skilled Math teacher and he enjoyed his students. Jim also was the bus driver for many sports and school events. Rest in peace, Jim!

OF ARLINGTON CATHOLIC

Class of 1965

Leo Byrne was a member of the Arlington Catholic Class of 1965. Leo will be sorely missed by his daughters, Jennifer and Kimberley. His absence will also be deeply felt by his wife of 40 years Pamela. Pamela, his children and grandchildren were the cornerstone of his world, and to whom he was a source of constancy and warmth. Rest in peace, Leo!

Class of 1970

Paul McDonald passed peacefully at his home on April 27, surrounded by his loving family. Paul was the beloved husband of Frances and the loving father of Kimberly Thibault and her husband Michael of NJ and Matthew McDonald and his wife Sarah of NH. He was the cherished grandfather of Elliana and Liam. Paul was a practicing Lawyer in Arlington and Lexington for many years before finishing his professional career in the Woburn District Court. Rest in peace, Paul!

Class of 1971

Richard Penkala passed away peacefully on February 16 surrounded by his loving family. He was the beloved husband of Barbara Penkala and the loving father of Jaclyn of Arlington and Michelle Trant and her husband Tony of Londonderry, NH. He was the cherished “Granddad” of Julia, Nicholas and Annabelle. He was the longtime owner of Roberts Insurance Agency. He was a proud graduate of Arlington Catholic High School and Bentley College. Rest in peace, Richard!

Class of 1972

Father John Brown, a Glenmary Home Missioner for 46 years, died October 3 in Cincinnati, Ohio. He spent most

of his life serving missions in Ohio, Kentucky, Oklahoma, Georgia, and North Carolina. Father John is survived by his brothers Christopher and Gregory and their wives as well as many nieces and nephews. John was a generous man who devoted much of his life to serving those in need. Rest in peace, Father John!

William J. Kennedy, a life-long resident of Arlington, passed away on November 17, 2024. He was the brother of Joseph (Nancy) and David (Linda), and the proud uncle of several nieces and nephews. Billy was a proud graduate of Arlington Catholic High School and Boston State College. Most days you could find Billy at Dunks, the golf course or at AC. In recent years, you could find him on the grounds of AC coaching the football team to victory or assisting in the gym for games. This brought him so much happiness. Rest in peace, dear Billy!

Class of 1974

Paul Traverse of Norton passed away peacefully on October 17. Paul was the beloved husband of Cynthia, and the father of Sean, Patrick, Kevin and his wife Megan. He was the Grandfather to Jack. Paul had a passion for being on the water and loved nothing more than spending time on Cape Cod with his family. Rest in peace, Paul!

Class of 1983

Michael McGreal passed away suddenly on April 9. Michael was born and raised in Medford. He was a graduate of Arlington Catholic High School and Northeastern University. Michael was a financial analyst. He was the beloved husband of Michelle and the proud father of Mike Jr. of Danvers. Michael is survived by his mother Elena of Medford. Rest in peace, Michael!

ALUMNI OF ST. AGNES

Class of 1973

Stephen Leahy of Arlington passed away on October 12. Stephen is the beloved son of Catherine “Kay” and the late William. He is the loving brother of William and his wife Deborah of Falls Church, VA, Robert and his wife Jennifer of Sudbury, and David and his wife Jacqueline of Billerica. He was the proud uncle of several nieces and nephews. Rest in peace, Stephen!

ALUMNI

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