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FIDELITAS 2024-2025

Faith. Academics. Community.

Saint Agnes School I Arlington Catholic High School

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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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

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Features

Alumni House Addition 4 8th Grade Liturgy & Awards Ceremony 5 Moving Up Ceremony 6 2024 Baccalaureate 7 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

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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

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LETTERS

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.

Dr. Andrew Keough

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

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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.

John Graceffa

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

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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.

Exterior shot of Alumni House

Alumni House Staff photo

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.

Sister Barbara, AlumniAmbassador

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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.

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.

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K0 Moving Up Ceremony

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!”

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 K1 Moving Up Ceremony shared their heartwarming thoughts, The K1 classes celebrated their end of year celebration focusing on how “Our each declaring “Kindergarten was sweet because…” Their sweet voices year was sweet.” Every child had the echoed through the auditorium, opportunity to share what made their highlighting cherished momentsyear sweet to kick off the celebration.

The students prayed, sang and received friendship, laughter, and the joy of learning. This special event not only a certificate during the ceremony to marked the end of their Kindergarten celebrate their accomplishments. We journey, but also the beginning of new are so proud of our rising stars! adventures!

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K1 Moving Up Ceremony

K2 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

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COMMENCEMENT 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

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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

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135 Mass & Celebration Saint Agnes School th

“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

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

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

(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!

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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.

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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!

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QUIZ NIGHT RETURNS! 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!

Quiz Night Winners

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

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

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Dessert Table Sponsor Joselin Malkhasian and Ted Malkhasian The Refreshment Table The Sullivan Family

MEET ANDREW BUCK

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 Andrew Buck 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.

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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.

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Camp Sunshine

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 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. www.achssas.org

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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.

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SCHOOL MASSES

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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.

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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.

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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.

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National Honor Society

Induction Ceremony Write up by Caitlin Lombard

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

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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.

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)

NJHS Officers (SPRING 2024)

President Addison Goodwin Vice President Abigail Young Secretary Tyler Cataldo Treasurer Grace McIsaac Historian Megan Stephan Faculty Advisor Daniel McGlathery

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

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National LATIN EXAM

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

Left column: SAS Award Recipients Right column: Arlington Catholic High School Award Recipients

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

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

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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

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.

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

Artwork by Elizabeth Piotrowski

Artwork by Jonas Xu

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

Artwork by Silvy Dias (above and left)

Cum Laude Certificate • Introduction to Latin Exam 6th Grade: Connor Hache, Mateo Ripoll-Maroto

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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

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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)...... Courtney Wright & Company “No One Is Alone”............................................ Maureen Hennessy, Luna Mico, Lizzie Mansen, Madlee Saint-Cyr “Six”.................................................................... Danielle Lionel, Sorcha Donnelly, Ellie Mullen, Anna Samary Marques, Nora Simpson, & Liv McDonough “Popular”........................................................... Jess Jacobs “Come Together”.............................................. Ava Ricard, Company & Chorus “Drink With Me”.............................................. Beckett Maffei, Maria Hedgepeth, Maureen Hennessy, Jude Lowery, Madlee Saint-Cyr, Veronica Kemmett, Anna Magno, & Emmanuel Carrillo “Consider Yourself ”......................................... Anna Samary Marques & Company “You’ve Got A Friend”..................................... The Junior Class “Seventeen”........................................................ Nora Simpson, Liv McDonough & Co. Set Two “I See Stars”....................................................... Ellie Mullen & Cast “Friendship”...................................................... Lizzie Mansen & Nora Simpson “Happiness” (A Tribute To Matignon).......... Maureen Hennessy, Kayli DiFeo, Veronica Kemmett, & Jude Lowery “Don’t Let Me Go”............................................ Veronica Kemmett “Friends”............................................................ Sorcha Donnelly & Courtney Wright “Partners In Crime”......................................... Jude Lowery & Anna Magno “The Cougar Song”.......................................... Ms. Dooley, Mr Heald, & Students “Old Friends”.................................................... Beckett Maffei, Emmanuel Carrillo, & Anna Magno “Chiquitita”....................................................... The Senior Class “From Now On”................................................ Emmanuel Carillo & Company Production Team Director............................................................. Mrs. Samantha McNeill Music Director.................................................. Mr. Rick Scalise ‘92 Vocal Coach...................................................... Mrs. Kate Duval Choreographers................................................ Anna Samary Marques ‘26, Alex Cataldo ‘25, Lizzie Mansen ‘26, Katie Mansen ‘27 The Cougar Song Lyrics.................................. Lizzie Mansen ‘26 Sound Technician............................................. Tyler Valente ‘26 Light Technician............................................... Tyler Cataldo ‘27 Spot Operator................................................... Ronan Simpson ‘27

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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.

Cast List (In order of appearance) Role................................................ Blue Cast / Gold Cast (Grade)

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)

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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.

Godspell Winter ‘24

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

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Cast List (In order of appearance) Role................................................ Blue Cast / Gold Cast (Grade)

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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.

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)

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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.

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WINTER SPORTS Boys Basketball Girls Basketball Cheerleading Boys Ice Hockey Girls Ice Hockey Indoor Track Swimming

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SPRING SPORTS Baseball Boys Lacrosse Girls Lacrosse Softball Boys Tennis Girls Tennis Track & Field

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FALL SPORTS Cheerleading

Cross Country Field Hockey Football Golf

Boys Soccer Girls Soccer Volleyball

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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

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GOLF TOURNAMENT aPRIL 2024

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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

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GOLF TOURNAMENT 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.

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SEPTEMBER 2024

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.

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Alumni golfers

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

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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.

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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:

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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

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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.

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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.

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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.

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.

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.”

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 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.

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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 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.

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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.”

“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 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.”

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.

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

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

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.”

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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 and 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.

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 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,

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!

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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

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

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

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

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 When asked about what makes him proudest disorders and he remains active as a member of of his time at Watt’s, Bill naturally references their Finance Committee. Additionally, he has things like providing high quality products, been a Trustee for 16 years and is the incoming which assured the safe use of water in homes and Chair for the Merrimack Valley YMCA, which buildings, and that the company’s shareholders serves families of the Merrimack Valley. The were rewarded with solid returns through his MVYMCA provides extensive programs for years of leadership. Finally however, and perhaps families, has four preschools, a senior center, most importantly, he summer overnight and day emphasizes that “We camps, housing for 70 men provided employment who are transitioning back with a medical plan to the community, and and retirement plan many other programs. benefits to over 6000 families.” Caring about others is something that Finally, Bill is a family man. He is married to his is deeply woven into Bill’s character. wife of 35 years, Tish, who is Bentley College graduate and a retired CPA, and is the father to Bill McCartney is a principled man. Throughout two grown children, his son Kevin and his wife his work career, he led with integrity, knowing Kayla, and his daughter Keara. He is also the that all eyes were on the finances of the company proud grandfather to one grandson, Miles. They he served. He consistently conducted his work all bring him great joy and happiness with each “above board,” recognizing the tremendous passing day. responsibility that came with his position, and that he was a role model for others and thus his Thank you, Bill, for modeling the spirit of focus would continually need to be on doing Arlington Catholic throughout your career and the right thing. He is still doing “the right thing” life. You have used (and continue to use!) your today. In fact, for roughly the past 15 years mind, body, and spirit to make a difference in the he has worked extensively with New England world and it shows! The Sisters of Saint Joseph Hemophilia Association (NEHA), serving who taught you during your time at Arlington as its VP and treasurer. NEHA is the leading Catholic would be proud!

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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.

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Alumni SPOTLIGHT Class of ‘01 ACHS Kacie Lally 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.

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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

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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.

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IN APPRECIATION

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.

Bill Murray and Dr. Andrew Keough

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

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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

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!

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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!

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 †

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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 †

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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 Biographical Sketches cont.

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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

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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.

Class of ‘64 Veteran Photos (Top Row L to R)

(Bottom Row L to R)

Paul J. Gallagher Bryan McGahan Paul R. Brown Chestor J. Balon Philip M. Towne David Feeley Philip R. Butler Dr. Adrienne L. (Buuck) Butler Phillip E. Sheehan James L. Burns Phillip L Brillante Joe Beasley Richard (Dick) Minogue John (Jack) Lukas Richard E. Giroux John Carroll Steven V. Boeri John D Hughes Victor “Buzz” Tremblay John Shack William J. Zuben Joseph L. Carey William Lawless Kevin C. Sweeney William W. Whalen Lawrence M. Neylon Paul F. Crowley

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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.

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

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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.

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.

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

NUMBER OF GIFTS

803 1065 $68,296 $1,220,314 CAPITAL GIVING

GIVING TOTAL

for Year Ending in June 30, 2024

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...

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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.

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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.

Robert and Phyllis Frazier Jeremiah Hallisey Marisa Doherty Kenneth and Tim Keefe Julie Ann Hintlian Dr. F. Dorie Mansen Vanessa SanJuan Johnson Noreen Millane Katherine M. Hanafin Estate Charlie Uglietto Keefe Funeral Homes Charlie and Linda Keefe Leadership Tim and Stephany Keefe Associates GIVING John and Marilyn Kiley gifts of $1,000 + Robert Konover and Giovanni Abbadessa and Megan Adzima Cynthia Carrillo Infante William Leahy ACHS 1973 Reunion Alexander Lee Committee James Long Daniel and Lisa Appugliese Arlington Council 109 Knights Christopher and Grace MacDonald of Columbus Chris and Cynthia Marler Gail Barringer Lambie Brian Mazerski Larry Barton and Eliza Alden Michael McGlynn Lawrence Bench McKie Family Donor Phillip Brillante Advised Fund, a Donor John Carroll and Fran Lipson Advised Fund of Catholic Health Foundation Renaissance Charitable Catholic Schools Foundation Foundation Catholic Women’s Thomas McKie Club of Arlington MG5 Productions, Inc. Matthew Condon Connie Mugnai Stephen and Marie Coukos John and Cristina Murphy Cummings Properties, LLC Maureen Murphy Chris Barnstead Curran Nate and Lisa Naughton William and Anna Danahy Eileen Nee Michael and Juliane Deneen Scott and Michele Nivens Frank and Marisa Doherty Estate of Catherine Reynolds- John O’Brien Alyce Foster Peek Cipriano William Porcaro and Fidelity Brokerage Susan Sweeney Services LLC Justin and Rebecca Precourt Fidelity Charitable Gift Fund William and Margaret Regan Fidelity Foundation Kenneth and Susan Richardson Dave Fittante Schwab Charitable Frances Florencourt Shea Family Foundation Eileen Pope Foley Ryan and Kristen Southard

Advisory Board Giving

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

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Alumni Giving

1966

1969

1972

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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

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

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

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

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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

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

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

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1991

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Kenneth Gibbons Laurie Hayes Michael Hayes Mary Benson Skipper

Nathan Butze Cristina Cantu Murphy John Murphy

Christopher Angelillo Janelle Daley Linskey Janelle Tribble Stephen Turner

1986

Jennifer O’Malley LeBlanc Jennifer Murphy Orlando

Susan Kennedy Casey Mary Corcoran-Connell John Donato Christopher Hall Erin Curtin Kreider Justin Pallis

Maura Dignan Boucher Irene Butler Patricia Babine Crane Timothy Geary Patricia Johnson Georgevich Carol Greeley William Kenney Michael Pallotta

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1988

Barbara Calautti Stephen Calautti

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

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

Anonymous Juliane Visconti Deneen Michael Deneen Joseph Doherty Brian Femia Patrick Hayes Michael Marchese

1989 Donna Kerney-Correia 1990 Lynn Recinito Clark David Gardiner Vanessa SanJuan Johnson William Keefe Maureen Sullivan Keleher Nate Naughton

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1993 Justin Auger Mr. & Mrs. Anthony Raymond, Sr Jason Ronan

1999 James Bradley Michael DeSimone Erin Delaney O’Connell Julie O’Brien Scafidi 2000 Anonymous

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2001

Christine Fleming William Lovell Daniel Walsh

Christopher Pesce

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

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 2024 ANNUAL REPORT cont.

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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

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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

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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

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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!

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

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.

Appreciation for Scholar Support

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

Keefe Funeral Home

Arlington Knights of Columbus

Mark Sullivan

John Carroll (AC ’64) Ken Hintlian

Connie Mugnai Charlie Uglietto Anne and Carl Valeri

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!

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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!

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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!

ALUMNI

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!”

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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.

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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,

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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

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(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 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!

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Leonard Cassidy – Bus Driver 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!

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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!

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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!

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