St. Catherine's Montessori Annual Report 2016- 2017

St. Catherine’s Montessori

ANNUAL REPORT

2016-2017

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St. Catherine’s Montessori

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D I R E C TO R S

Nathaniel Martinez President

Sr. Adrian Dover, OP Vice President

Bob Lunn Treasurer

Alison Jefferies Secretary

Sr. Julie Greig, OP Sr. Mary Magdalen Hanel, OP David Marks Sr. Edna Ann Hebert, OP Ex-Officio; Emeritus

St. Catherine’s Montessori A D M I N I S T R AT I O N Susan Tracy

Head of School

Laurie Farris

Admissions Director

Holly Copeland

Business Director

Violet Perez

Advancement Director

Jocelyn Ochoa

Communications Director

OUR MISSION

As a Catholic Montessori school, St. Catherine’s is dedicated to an educational experience which awakens in our students the awareness of their gifts and responsibilities as individuals in relationship with Jesus Christ and as stewards of the global community.

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Our Fifty Year Journey

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BUILDING ON THE LEGACY

Susan Tracy Becomes the New Head of School

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Celebrating 50 Years Dear St. Catherine’s Family,

What an amazing year our 50th anniversary has been. The 50th provided us an opportunity to look back at all the things for which we are grateful. We were thrilled that Sr. Edna Ann was able to join us in many of the festivities and knew that Sr. Shirley was there in spirit also.

The best gift the year brought was the reconnection with many alumni and families who were instrumental in carrying the school forward to what it is today. The willingness of so many to give of themselves so that others might also benefit from an educational opportunity that supports the expansion of the mind and the development of the human spirit was evidenced in the support received.

The alumni shared their stories and many attributed their successes in life to their time spent at St. Catherine’s. They have validated why we are here. We were fortunate to have His Eminence, Cardinal DiNardo, celebrate Mass to start the year at St. Catherine’s, during which he acknowledged the value of the Montessori approach and congratulated St. Catherine’s for implementing it so well for 50 years.

We were also honored by the presence of Dr. Vogel, Superintendent of Catholic Schools, who joined us for the 50th anniversary gala as well as our groundbreaking ceremony at Spring Fling. Dr. Vogel repeatedly expressed her admiration of the spirit of the St. Catherine’s community.

The 50th has culminated with the beginning of construction for the needed classrooms thanks to the thoughtful generosity of our many families, alumni families, grandparents, friends and foundations – all who understand that educating our children and guiding the formation of their character is what will ultimately contribute to a healthy society.

As we close out the first 50 years of our community's vibrant and rich history, we look forward to the next chapters of our journey. Knowing that we carry forward all that we have learned, shared, and cared for as a community, we look forward to the next 50 years and what we can accomplish together In gratitude for a lovely 50th year, Susan Tracy Head of School

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On To The Next 50 Years Dear St. Catherine's Community,

At the PSO Spring Fling we gathered for fellowship, to celebrate the culmination of 50 years as a growing and thriving community and to host a groundbreaking ceremony for our campus expansion.

As I sank the shovel into ground, I realized how many hours of dedicated service by faculty, staff, board, current families, grandparents and alumni families were involved to make the expansion a reality. I remember thinking, as we looked upon all those gathered, that it seemed so long ago that we decided to launch a Capital Campaign, “Building on the Legacy”. Under the leadership of Deborah Gremillion and Kristina Baizan Devereux, the Capital Campaign committee was successful in securing the funds necessary to get us to the point that we could move forward to restore the library and expand our main campus. We are now scheduled to complete these building projects by summer 2018. Thank you to everyone who has contributed in many ways to making this a reality for our children and those that come after.

It has been the guiding principle at St. Catherine’s to honor the vision of Sister Edna Ann and Sister Shirley and to pay it forward for future generations. Parents have worked tirelessly knowing that their own children may not benefit from an improvement, update or change. But they know that someone came before them to provide the environment in which their own children are learning, thriving and growing closer to God. So when I looked out upon the room at the 50th Anniversary Gala, chaired by Cathy Crath, Alison Jefferies and Shannon Mann, it was so clear to me that many people love and cherish St. Catherine’s Montessori. I saw current families and alumni families enjoying fellowship and a great time. I saw Sister Edna Ann surrounded by those who love her and I realized that this wonderful community is embracing the next 50 years with joy and excitement.

Here’s to the next 50 years!

Nathaniel Martinez President of the Board of Directors

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F I N A N C I A L S

Revenue

U N R E S T R I C T E D

R E V E N U E

Tuition

3,104,644

Registration and Fees

370,123

SCM Fund

151,487

Other

97,570

Total Unrestricted Revenue:

R E S T R I C T E D

3,723,824

R E V E N U E

Capital Campaign

375,876

Gala

334,610

Other* Total Restricted Revenue:

<108,976> 601,510

*Direct Donor Benefits & Restriction Releases

Expenses

Salaries and Benefits Depreciation

2,553,363 187,146

Curriculum and Class Activities

227,758

Other Expenses

158,337

Building and Grounds

166,631

Utilities

83,966

Insurance

62,037

Professional Development

24,187

Technology

50,811 3,514,236

U N R E S T R I C T E D R E V E N U E

Tuition: 83.4%

Registration & Fees: 9.9% SCM Fund: 4.1% Other: 2.6%

E X P E N S E S

Salaries & Benefits: 72.7% Depreciation: 5.3% Curriculum & Class Activities: 6.5% Other Expenses: 4.5% Buildings & Grounds: 4.7% Utilities: 2.4% Insurance: 1.8% Technology: 1.4% Professional Development: .7%

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C E L E B R AT I N G

F I F T Y

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Building on the Legacy S T. C AT H E R I N E ’ S M O N T E S S O R I C A P I TA L C A M PA I G N The final year of the Capital Campaign, “Building on the Legacy,” concluded in dramatic fashion with a groundbreaking ceremony held April 29, 2017. This milestone was also significant because it took place on the feast day of the school’s patron saint, St. Catherine of Siena. St. Catherine’s Montessori Dominican Founder, Sr. Edna Ann Hebert OP, participated in the groundbreaking ceremony and joyfully joined the community in celebration of a new era for the school she started over 50 years ago in 1966.

The Capital Campaign committee, led by Deborah Gremillion and Kristina Baizan Devereux, successfully achieved a three year fundraising campaign goal of $3,000,000 to complete the new spaces: two Upper Elementary Classrooms, a meditation garden and the restoration of the library to its original space, now occupied by a Lower Elementary classroom. Many thanks to all the committee members who dedicated themselves to making this project a reality for the children.

“It was a great pleasure to work on the Capital Campaign. It was the first time we have worked together and a lasting friendship was formed between us and many members of the committee. We were surrounded by so many supportive families who understood that we needed to expand our main campus and restore the library in order to meet the growing needs of our community. This recognition of growth was vital to continue the mission of Sister Edna Ann and Sister Shirley and we are forever grateful to those who stepped forward to help make this possible.”

Kristina Baizan Devereux and Deborah Gremillion Co-Chairs Capital Campaign Committee

CO M M I T T E E Roy Devereux and Kristina Baizan Devereux (Co-chairs) Rock and Deborah Gremillion (Co-chairs) Malcolm and Kristin Cogan Lorenzo Cohen and Alison Jefferies Randy and Cathy Crath Andrew Gee and Janella del Mundo Gee Jonathan Godfrey and Ana Treviño-Godfrey Steve and Jennifer Grace David Marks and Mary Grimord Antonio and Larissa La Matta

Bob and Pat Lunn Jamie and Shannon Mann Greg and Rachel Marino Nathaniel and Elizabeth Martinez David and Eileen Meinert Mike and Lynne Morris Matthew and Kimberly Pacetti Kenneth and Gretchen Penny Chan and Mary Tysor

Pictured above from left to right: Nathaniel Martinez, Board President Dr. Julie Vogel, Superintendent of Catholic Schools Susan Tracy, Head of School Sister Edna Ann Hebert, OP, Foundress Jorge Villalobos, Chair, Building Committee Kristina Baizan Devereux, Co-Chair, Capital Campaign Deborah Gremillion, Co-Chair, Capital Campaign

A DV I S O RY

CO M M I T T E E

Johnny and Mary Beth Arcidiacono Paul and Karen Davis Michael and Carla Deavers Tom and Gina Fulkerson Harry Gee, Jr. Kevin and Krista Kirton Fr. Daniel K. Lahart, S. J. Barron Lozano Juan and Sandra Mangini Sr. Jane Meyer, O.P. Glynn and Jean Roberts Cliff and Michelle Shedd Steve Stelzer Rev. Kevin Storey, C.S.B.

We extend our sincerest gratitude to everyone who generously contributed to this campus expansion project in support of St. Catherine’s growing needs.

L I S T O F D O N O R S As of June 30, 2017 W I S D O M TO L I G H T S O C I E T Y:

$100,000 - $249,999 The Brown Foundation Roberto and Claudia Contreras in honor of Chloe and Oren Boucher Randy and Cathy Crath Charles and Karyn Crisp in honor of Gabriel, Elias, and Caleb Han The Cullen Foundation Roy Devereux and Kristina Baizan Devereux Rock and Deborah Gremillion in honor of Kathy Hijazi Bob and Pat Lunn Jamie and Shannon Mann G L O B E S O C I E T Y : $75,000 - $99,999

The Baxter Trust EOG Resources, Inc. M O N T E S S O R I S O C I E T Y : $50,000 - $74,999

Anonymous The George and Mary Josephine Hamman Foundation Timothy and Sarah Harvey in memory of Jim and Marilou Harvey Leo III and Ellen Linbeck

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T I M B E R S I D E C I R C L E : $25,000 - $49,999

Jeremy and Christie Jones Christopher and Sarah Lewis David Marks and Mary Grimord Surena and Misty Matin Donald and Martha Reid Cliff and Michelle Shedd Texas Instruments Foundation Craig and Michelle Vinson G O L D E N B E A D S PAT R O N :

$10,000 - $24,999 Anonymous Stewart and Julia Baker The Harry S. and Isabel C. Cameron Foundation Chevron HumanKind John Cogan Miguel Contreras and Maria Fajardo Bob and Ann Croyle Robert and Jessica Croyle Scot and Cristina Dixon Jeff and Dione Gaspar Harry and Antje Gee H. Stephen Grace Steve and Jennifer Grace Adrian Hernandez and Rosecler Marmentini Christopher and Anne Kappes Greg and Rachel Marino Don and Anne McAdams Bob and Violet Perez Shell Oil Company Foundation St. Catherine’s Parent Service Organization Strake Foundation Eric Tait and Claudine Johnson Susan Tracy in honor of Sr. Edna Ann and in memory of Sr. Shirley Owens Chan and Mary Tysor P I N K T O W E R P A T R O N : $5,000 - $9,999

Albert and Ethel Herzstein Charitable Foundation The Julia Louis Baker Family Charitable Corporation Michael and Catherine Barber in memory of Kathy Coleman Malcolm and Kristin Cogan in honor of The SEAHL* Mike and Carla Deavers Bernard Dems and Patty Thessen-Dems Jonathan Godfrey and Ana Treviño-Godfrey Goodman Financial Corporation Gary Hickok and Monica Tschen Megan and Christopher Jordan Tony and Larissa La Matta Eric and Courtney Lerch Jamie and Shannon Mann in honor of The SEAHL* Chad Mavity and Tiffany Raczy Sara McIntosh David and Eileen Meinert

P I N K T O W E R P A T R O N (Continued):

John and Teresa Molbeck in honor of Alexandra, Madeleine, Malcom and John Cogan, Jack and Luke Salazar Mike and Lynne Morris in memory of Sr. Shirley Owens Nuri Nuri and Lois Ramondetta Craig and Sarah Scherschel David M. Spencer and Zsofia Intody in memory of Bud Spencer Anthony and Desiree Tigner Marian Zinnante in honor of The SEAHL* O W L C L U B : Under $5,000

Carl Allen and Hillary Boswell AmazonSmile Foundation David and Laura Anderson Cay Appling in memory of Martin B. Riggs Gabriel and Maria Baizan Jean-Pierre and Caroline Baizan Jordi and Carmen Baizan Baker Hughes Foundation Joshua and Rachel Baker in honor of in honor of The SEAHL* Michael and Catherine Barber in honor of The SEAHL* Mark Biscone and Erin Biscone Jeff and Emily Blackman Michael Bloom and Katy French in honor of The SEAHL* Edward and Alicia Brantley in honor of The SEAHL* Eduardo Brito and Raquel Rendon-Brito Jason and Katherine Buchanan Bradley and Kellye Burke in honor of The SEAHL* Trey Buttelmann and Erin Allison Benigno Cintron and Bella Amor in honor of The SEAHL* Alistair and Birgit Clague in honor of The SEAHL* Lorenzo Cohen and Alison Jefferies Alejandro Contreras and Adriana Visbal in honor of The SEAHL* Miguel Contreras and Maria Fajardo in memory of Martin B. Riggs Holly Copeland Leo and Sarah Costello in honor of The SEAHL* Randy and Cathy Crath in honor of The SEAHL* Bob and Ann Croyle in honor of The SEAHL* Robert and Jessica Croyle in honor of The SEAHL* Crown Castle USA Inc. Michael and Carla Deavers in honor of The SEAHL* Mary Jo Detweiler Jay and Amy Diamonon in honor of The SEAHL* Maria Diaz Scot and Cristina Dixon in honor of The SEAHL* Maggie Dobbins Dominican Sisters: Adrian Dover, Julie Marie Greig, Edna Ann Hebert, Mary Magdalen Hanel Jacinta Edussuriya Adam Farris in honor of The SEAHL* Anthony and Laurie Farris in honor of The SEAHL*

O W L C L U B (Continued):

Gregory and Carly Filippov in honor of The SEAHL* Ronald and Carolyn Galfione in honor of Alexander, Christopher, Gabriel and Liliana Flores The Fluor Foundation in memory of Martin B. Riggs Pedro Garza and Luz Gascot Andrew Harry Gee and Janella del Mundo Gee Bernando and Ana Goarmon Isabella Godfrey Jonathan Godfrey and Ana Treviño-Godfrey in honor of The SEAHL* John and Sherry Gremillion in honor of The SEAHL* Patrick and Mollie Gremillion in memory of Martin B. Riggs Jeff and Lenna Groudan David and Mary Ann Haberman Barry and Wanda Harding RJ Hazeltine-Shedd and Kristin Zipple-Shedd Jamie and R-J Heijman in honor of The SEAHL* Adrian Hernandez and Rosecler Marmentini in honor of The SEAHL* Maria Hernandez Mary Hester Mahmoud and Kathy Hijazi Justin Homfeld and Julie McLarry Christopher and Emily Hughes in memory of Martin B. Riggs Joe and Joan Hunt John and Athanasia Hyun Mark and Yvonne Jacobs in honor of Sr. Edna Ann Hebert and in memory of Sr. Shirley Owens Mark and Yvonne Jacobs in honor of The SEAHL* Joseph and Romesha Jayasundera Jeremy and ChristieJones in honor of The SEAHL* JP Morgan Chase Clay and Susanna Kartye in honor of The SEAHL* Kencove Farm Fence Supplies and Rock Gremillion, Jr. in memory of Martin B. Riggs David Kem and Judith Raines in memory of Martin B. Riggs Kevin and Krista Kirton in honor of The SEAHL* Wade and Ivy Koteras Brian Lee and Michele Yap Fernando and Bernadette Levaro Enrique and Laura Lima in honor of The SEAHL* Alan and Amy Lindsey David and Melissa Lopez in honor of The SEAHL* Juan Mangini in honor of The SEAHL* Sandra Mangini in honor of The SEAHL* George and Janice Marino in honor of The SEAHL* David Marks and Mary Grimord in honor of The SEAHL* Nathaniel and Elizabeth Martinez Nathaniel and Elizabeth Martinez in honor of The SEAHL* Anthony Masterson in honor of The SEAHL* Erik Maus and Miriam Bracamonte-Maus in honor of The SEAHL* Don and Judy McCullough in honor of The SEAHL* Hugh McIntosh James Meyn and Wendy Wight in honor of The SEAHL* Jon Moody and Cynthia Blessman Rose Ann Morello Michael and Lynne Morris in honor of The SEAHL* Bruce and Lisa Moses Thomas Mouton

O W L C L U B (Continued):

Frank and Patty Napoleon in honor of Edith Napoleon Nicholas Nguyen and Mardi Do Paul and Kylie Nguyen in honor of The SEAHL* Joel and Corine Noronha Nuri Nuri and Lois Ramondetta in honor of The SEAHL* Andrew and Brooke Nyberg Jocelyn Ochoa Christopher and Catherine O'Neill in honor of The SEAHL* Teresa Onofre Leonard and Adina Oosterwijk Christine Orengo in honor of The SEAHL* Thomas and Mollie Osborne Matthew and Kimberly Pacetti Kathryn Palamountain in honor of The SEAHL* Margaret Panuska in memory of Martin B. Riggs Joan Panuska and Family in memory of Martin B. Riggs Ryan and Vanessa Patterson PSC in honor of Maria Baizan Ken and Gretchen Penny Oscar Perez and Christine Jaen in honor of The SEAHL* Brett and Michelle Perkison Joseph and Jo Ann Piper in memory of Martin B. Riggs Erick Ragni and Emily Sing in honor of The SEAHL* Donald and Martha Reid in honor of The SEAHL* Howard and Susan Rich in honor of The SEAHL* Eric and Melody Rodriquez David and LuAnn Sanchez Mark and Cathy Santos Craig and Sarah Scherschel in honor of The SEAHL* Mark and Lynn Schmidt Adrian Segovia and Edith Napoleon Paul and Kathy Simpson John and Michelle Smiley Ryan and Renee Smith Tim and Mindy Snow Audrey Speicher R. J. Stout Jr. and Peggie Stout in memory of Martin B. Riggs Johnny and Kay Sullivan in memory of Martin B. Riggs Wilford and Laverne Swank James and Kathleen Thornton in memory of Martin B. Riggs Susan Tracy in honor of The SEAHL* Chan and Mary Tysor in honor of The SEAHL* William Tysor in honor of The SEAHL* Nathan and Jennifer Uitenbroek Jorge Villalobos and Alina Nuñez in honor of The SEAHL* Craig and Michelle Vinson in honor of The SEAHL* David and Sandra Wager in honor of The SEAHL* Martin and Rachel Wamp Jack Warren in honor of The SEAHL* Joshua and Kristen Weed Devin Weiss and Shelley Robson Elaine Wendt in honor of The SEAHL* Mario Yearwood and Victoria Mata Carolyn Zaskoda in memory of Martin B. Riggs F R I E N D S O F S T. C AT H E R I N E ’ S

15 Tom and Gina Fulkerson in honor of Sr. Edna Ann Hebert

*In Honor of The Sister Edna Ann Hebert Library

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C AT H E R I N E ’ S

M O N T E S S O R I

The SCM Fund 2016-2017 During the 50th anniversary year of St. Catherine’s Montessori, the Annual Fund was renamed, “The SCM Fund, Every Family for Every Child”. This shift clearly represents the true meaning of the most important fundraising drive, which generates the second largest source of income for the school in support of its daily operations, and touches every member of our community.

St. Catherine’s is an independent, mission driven school which was recognized as one of the top 10 most affordable private schools in Houston by Thesis Magazine, September 6, 2016. Since its inception, the school has worked to keep tuition costs at reasonable levels while sustaining its diverse community. It is for this reason why The SCM Fund is necessary: to bridge the revenue gap between the true costs of operating St. Catherine’s and tuition income.

Our community has continued to support the fund and generously contributed $151,487, with 84% family participation and 100% faculty/staff and Board of Directors participation, equating to 4.1% of the total budget. Every dollar raised goes directly to supporting all areas of the school including teacher salaries, professional development, classroom materials and campus maintenance...all vital components for sustaining the best of St. Catherine’s Montessori.

We wish to thank the generosity of all of our donors who invested in our children’s educational journey.

CLASSROOM REPRESENTATIVES Infant Community Annie Sallans: Eric and Courtney Lerch Primary Renae Holamn Murti: Christopher and Megan Jordan Katherine Parker: Christopher and Catherine O'Neill Renee Smith: Mark and Mindy LeBlanc Jennifer Uitenbroek: Josh and Kristen Weed Lower Elementary Jacinta Edussuriya: Scot and Cristina Dixon Veronica Harth: Thomas and Mollie Osborne Ly Thompson: Andrew and Brooke Nyberg Upper Elementary Maggie Dobbins: Robert and Wanda Harding Tim Snow: Craig and Michelle Vinson Adolescent Community Kathy Hijazi, Amy Lindsey, Anthony Masterson, Tom Mouton, Teresa Onofre, Gusty Simpson: Jonathan Godfrey and Ana Treviño-Godfrey Community Representatives Faculty & Staff: Katherine Parker Alumni: Abbey Marks Grandparents: Stewart and Julia Baker

Gabriel and Maria Baizan

Thank you to all of our donors listed below: G U A R D I A N S O F L I G H T : $5,000 +

Christopher and Catherine O'Neill Patrick and Sandra Hageney O'Donnell in memory of Sister Shirley Owens, OP F O U N D E R S ’ C I R C L E : $2,500 - $4,999

John and Chanelle Clark Scot and Cristina Dixon Christopher and Megan Jordan Umberto and Tina La Matta Joe and Elizabeth LeBlanc in honor of Addi LeBlanc Christopher and Sarah Lewis Leo and Ellen Linbeck Robert and Patricia Lunn Chan and Mary Tysor S T. C AT H E R I N E ’ S O F S I E N A S O C I E T Y:

$1,500 - $2,499 Anonymous Anthony and Paulette Chavez Miguel Contreras and Maria Fajardo Randy and Cathy Crath Bob and Ann Croyle Carlos and Maria De Aldecoa in honor of Umberto, Vittoria and Paolo La Matta Robert and JoAnn Fry in honor of Catherine, John, and William Lerch

Bernardo and Ana Goarmon Rock and Deborah Gremillion Adrian Hernandez and Rosecler Marmentini Jeremy and Christie Jones Antonio and Larissa La Matta Alan and Amy Lindsey Mark and Loretta Nastoupil Kathryn Palamountain Donald and Matha Reid Phong and Monica Tang Chris and Shaina Sheppard Jeremy Ward and Jennifer Taylor Craig and Michelle Vinson Rich and Lucille Weiss Elaine Wendt V E R I T A S : $1,000 - $1,499

Gabriel and Maria Baizan Michael and Catherine Barber Lorenzo Cohen and Alison Jefferies Roy Devereux and Kristina Baizan Devereux Aziz Gilani and Sania Rahim Gilani Timothy and Sarah Harvey Justin Homfeld and Julie McLarry Jamie and Shannon Mann H. Stephen Grace Steve and Jennifer Grace David Marks and Mary Grimord Jim Meyn and Wendy Wight

Dennis and Carol O'Neill Matthew and Kimberly Pacetti Ryan and Vanessa Patterson Robert and Violet Perez Erick Ragni and Emily Sing Craig and Sarah Scherschel Clifford and Michelle Shedd David M. Spencer and Zsofia Intody Jackson and Katherine Vo Susan Tracy Craig and Michelle Vinson Mark and Cathie Wamp in honor of Charlotte Wamp Mario Yearwood and Victoria Mata T O R C H B E A R E R S : $100 - $999

Edgar Aburto and Cynthia Moreno Carl Allen and Hillary Boswell Kathleen H. Alsina Joshua and Rachel Baker in honor of Renae Holman Murti Peter and Beverly Barber George and Susan Bazin Christopher and Melanie Bibb in honor of Renee Smith Mark and Erin Biscone Mike and Andrea Boucher Eddie Brito and Raquel Rendon-Brito Jason and Katherine Buchanan in honor of Katherine Parker and Veronica Harth 17 Norma Buchanan

Brad and Kellye Burke Edward and Alicia Brantley Trey Buttelmann and Erin Allison Luis Camacho and Maria Acosta Juanito and Milagros Caudilla Eddie Chen and Rebecca Chi John and Diane Clark Alistair and Birgit Clague James and Hadley Cogan James and Hadley Cogan in honor or Katherine Parker, Denise Rodriguez, Jacinta Edussuriya and Megan Monks Hannah Collins Alejandro Contreras and Adriana Visbal Rolando Contreras and Edelmira Rojas De Contreras Holly Copeland Leo and Sarah Costello Don and Pat Craig Juan and Carmen Creixell in honor of Nicolas Pacini Robert and Jessica Croyle Fernando Cuartas and Amanda Vlastas Jose Cuellar-Silva and Andrea Upegui-Arroyave Michael and Carla Deavers Reed and Stacey Dillon in honor of Gabrielle and Grayson Dillon Howard and JoeAnn Dixon in honor of Colin and James Dixon Rhea Roseann Easton Russell Eddington and Kya Heinen Jacinta Edussuriya Helen Engelhardt in honor of Jacob and Julianne Blackman Chris and Elizabeth Evans Anthony and Laurie Farris Gregory and Carly Filippov Kostantinos and Lindy Filis Wesley and Eileen Ford Carlos and Kae Fowler Nathan and Angela Fowler Ginger Frederick John and Kylie Galfione Pedro Garza and Luz Gascot Jeff and Dione Gaspar Jeff and Dione Gaspar in honor of Sadie Engelke Andrew Harry Gee and Janella Del Mundo Gee Jonathan Godfrey and Ana Treviño-Godfrey Alenay Gonzalez and Yaneth Martell-Gonzalez Charles and Sherri Gordon Jeff and Lenna Groudan Christian and Angie Gubitz David and Mary Ann Haberman Sr. Mary Magdalen Hanel, OP Barry and Wanda Harding Greg and Veronica Harth Glenna M. Hazeltine Robert Hazeltine-Shedd and Kristin Zipple-Shedd Sr. Edna Ann Hebert, OP Larry and Shirin Herman Gary Hickok and Monica Tschen Mahmoud and Kathy Hijazi John and Athanasia Hyun

LaToya Ingram Joseph and Romesha Jayasundera Thomas Jones and Nia Johnson-Jones Ron and Vita Jordan Mackale and Jamil Joyner Birgit Kamps Christopher and Anne Kappes Richard Kimbrough and Kathy Andrews Kimbrough Rodrigo Lance and Gabriela Coronado Marshall and Melissa Law in honor of Katherine Parker Brian Lee and Michele Yap Norman and Yusra Lateef Mark and Mindy LeBlanc Matthew and Mary Lehto Eric and Courtney Lerch Ryan and Kathy Lerch in honor of William, Catherine and John Lerch Fernando and Bernadette Levaro Bill and Mary Livesay in honor of Brandon Tollar David and Melissa Lopez Ray and LaTanya Love Josh and Shannon Lowry in honor Ly Thompson Don and Rose Macaskie in honor of Aurora Poskey Nick and Carol Macmillan David and Nancy Martin Nathaniel and Elizabeth Martinez William and Suzanne Mattingly in honor of Kristen Mattingly Erik Maus and Miriam Bracamonte-Maus Chad Mavity and Tiffany Raczy Simon and Veronica Mayer Surena and Misty Matin David and Carol McLarry in honor of Blaire McLarry and Parker Homfeld Meritus Industries LLC Nicky Mintz Megan Monks Rose Ann Morello Michael and Lynne Morris Bruce and Lisa Moses Thomas Mouton Renae Holman Murti Frank and Patty Napoleon Laura Nastoupil in honor of Ansley and Vivian Nastoupil Mark Nastoupil, Sr. Nicholas Nguyen and Mardi Do Joel and Corine Noronha John and Leisa Novak Elizabeth Nunnally Nuri Nuri and Lois Ramondetta Andrew and Brooke Nyberg Teresa Onofre Thomas and Mollie Osborne Raul Pasamar Oscar Perez and Christine Jaen Michael Poskey Antonio Poy and Marilyn Jose Ron and Susanne Raczy in honor of Benjamin, Daniel and Ethan Mavity

T O R C H B E A R E R S : $100 - $999 (continued)

Stephanie Ragni in honor of Kathryn and William Ragni Isabel Resendez Don and Joanna Reid Eric and Melody Rodriguez Stephen and Denise Rodriguez John and Catherine Ruff Matthew and Gabriela Salo Travis and Kelley Twardowski Nathan and Jennifer Uitenbroek David and Sandra Wager Martin and Rachel Wamp Jeremy Ward and Jennifer Taylor in honor of Jennifer Uitenbroek Joshua and Kristen Weed Devin Weiss and Shelley Robson Devin Weiss and Shelley Robson in honor of Renee Smith Shawn Williams and Maggie Jeffries William and Gay Zimmerman Francis and Kathy Zipple F R I E N D S : up to $99

Bradley Bath and Catherine Devine Mark and Anne Bazin Charles and Joleen Billington Jeff and Emily Blackman Guillermo Canizales and Elizabeth Detweiler Millie Chavez Gregston Chu and Hiroko Tanaka Derek and Lesley Clague in honor of Charlotte Clague Howard and Cynthia Cox Joseph and Mary Devine Maria Diaz Angelo and Caroline Directo Maggie Dobbins Adam Farris in honor of Laurie Farris' 21 years at SCM Heidi Flores Alfredo and Ilse Galeas Ben Galvan Jorge Gonzalez and Katia Baizan-Gonzalez Klair Grace Chelsea Grear Miguel and Olga Grieve Grillo Miguel and Olga Grieve Grillo in honor of Annie Sallans James and Sheila Hall Jim and Rosaire Hall in honor of James Hall Amelia G. Hemming Maria Hernandez Larry and Carolyn Hooper in honor of Sarah and Laura Lopez Mildred Hooper in honor of Laura and Sarah Lopez Nausheen Khan Wade and Ivy Koteras Abbey Marks Jose and Ely Marron Peggy Kennedy McCanna Michael Liga and Angela Ortega

Michael Lewis and Melissa Meingast Anthony Masterson Kristen Mattingly Ashley Melchor Nick and Mary Noe Don and Judy McCullough Andrew and Brooke Nyberg in honor of Jennifer Uitenbroek and Ly Thompson Jocelyn Ochoa Luis and Sharon Ortiz Leonard and Adina Oosterwijk Trey and Teresa Palmer in honor of Maggie Dobbins Stephen and Katherine Parker Gianluca Passcucci and Michela Diotallevi Agustin Ponce Emily Rodriguez Kelsey Rodriguez Edward and Janet Ruhnke in honor of Marie-Josefa Ruhnke Annie Sallans David and LuAnn Sanchez Mark and Cathy Santos Mark and Lynn Schmidt Gusty and Francie Gremillion Simpson Ryan and Renee Smith Tim and Mindy Snow Ashleigh Spruell in honor of Ly Thompson Brooke Thompson Ly Thompson Marilynn Wamp William Washam and Sydney Prague Washam Fumiko Weiss in honor of Zoe Weiss John Paul and Claire Yabraian Noe and Bernadette Zamora CORPORATE MATCHING

Accenture YourCause AIG AMEX Employee Matching Anadarko Petroleum Corporation Chevron HumanKind Exxon Mobil Foundation Kinder Morgan Foundation Shell Oil Company Foundation

generous giving

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St. Catherine’s Montessori celebrated its 50th year Golden Gala in grand style at the Hotel ZaZa, February 11, 2017. This milestone gala and auction was a testament to the life’s work of two women who founded St. Catherine’s over 50 years ago, Sister Edna Ann Hebert and Sister Shirley Owens.

Over 365 guests were in attendance including current parents, alumni families and current and former faculty and staff. Co-chaired by Cathy and Randy Crath, Alison Jefferies and Lorenzo Cohen and Shannon and Jamie Mann, the evening was filled with many special moments, including the formation of a human chain linking all 365 guests’ hands in prayer, expressing gratitude for all our blessings and asking for God’s guidance on the journey for the next 50 years.

The evening’s presentations concluded with a touching film tribute to Sister Edna Ann Hebert, whose work in teaching children with reading challenges inspired other teachers to use her instructional methods to help children in the Greater Houston area and beyond. We will proudly name “The Sister Edna Ann Hebert Library” in her honor when the renovations are completed in summer 2018.

We wish to thank all of our guests, sponsors, underwriters and auction donors whose generosity raised over $230,000 that evening in support of the capital campaign, “Building on the Legacy”.

was such an honor to head the celebration of St. Catherine’s Montessori's 50th Anniversary “It Gala...a golden milestone indeed! Our own friendships were formed at this school, our children have been raised here and we are all firm believers in the Montessori method and the foundation it lays for our children’s future. The evening was a beautiful expression of the decades of SCM families coming together in support of what has always been a remarkable school. The future certainly looks bright for the St. Catherine’s Montessori community! ” Cathy Crath, Shannon Mann, Alison Jefferies, Gala Chairs

CO M M I T T E E

TA B L E

Gala Chairs Lorenzo Cohen and Alison Jefferies Randy and Cathy Crath Jamie and Shannon Mann

My Way Randy and Cathy Crath Jamie and Shannon Mann

Solicitations Angela Fowler Mary Lehto Martha Reid Melody Rodriguez Sponsorships Julie McLarry Wine Event James Cogan Sarah Lewis Sandra Wager Auction Manager Christie Jones Big Board Gary Hickok David Lopez Jim Meyn Mario Yearwood

U N D E R W R I T I N G

Stilettos & Fedoras Umberto and Tina La Matta Pat and Sandra O’Donnell Marian Zinnante The Rat Pack Edgar Aburto and Cynthia Moreno, Justin Homfeld and Julie McLarry, Mark and Mindy LeBlanc, Alan and Amy Lindsey, Martin and Rachel Wamp Christopher and Melanie Bibb, Jason and Katherine Buchanan, Dean and Tamara Cannon, Ray and LaTanya Love, Eric Tait and Claudine Johnson Ed and Alicia Brantley, Anthony and Paulette Chavez, Anthony and Laurie Farris, Mike and Lynne Morris Jennifer Bruton and Suzanne Wager, Mary Ann Chambers, Ken and Gretchen Penny, David and Sandra Wager Brad and Kellye Burke, Barry and Wanda Harding, Christopher and Sarah Lewis, Don and Martha Reid, Chan and Mary Tysor Lorenzo Cohen and Alison Jefferies in honor of The Dominican Sisters Alejandro Contreras and Adriana Visbal, John and Mary McCarthy, Andrew and Brooke Nyberg, Adrian Segovia and Edith Napoleon, Adolph Trudeau and Amber McCarthy

Live Auction Deborah Gremillion Renee Smith

Miguel Contreras and Maria Fajardo, Rodrigo Lance and Gabriela Coronado, Fernando and Bernadette Levaro, Nuri Nuri and Lois Ramondetta, Roberto Pacini and Alejandra Creixell

Patrick Kelley, Auctioneer

Randy and Cathy Catherine Crath in honor of Anna Crath’s Support Team

Classroom Projects Annie Sallans Wendy Wight

Mike and Carla Deavers, Scot and Cristina Dixon, Edwin and Tonya Rodriguez, Noe and Bernadette Zamora

Teacher Parties Hadley Cogan Jessica Croyle Dessert Auction Rachel Marino Michelle Vinson Check-In Jessica Croyle Check-Out Mary Tysor Logistics/Table Assignments Mindy LeBlanc Erick Ragni Sarah Scherschel Volunteer Coordinators Edith Napoleon Vanessa Patterson Historian Rachel Marino

Roy Devereux and Kristina Baizan Devereux, David and Melissa Lopez, Nathaniel and Elizabeth Martinez, David Spencer and Zsofia Intody, Jorge Villalobos and Alina Nuñez Greg and Carly Filippov, Nathan and Angela Fowler, Chris and Anne Kappes, Andy and Loretta Nastoupil, Matthew and Kimberly Pacetti Kae Fowler, Monique Ledet, Greg and Rachel Marino, Belinda Morales, Allison Reed, Mario Yearwood and Victoria Mata John and Kylie Galfione, Adrian Hernandez and Rosecler Marmentini, Gary Hickok and Monica Tschen, Christopher and Megan Jordan, Simon and Veronica Mayer Rock and Deborah Gremillion Jeremy and Christie Jones, Wade and Ivy Koteras, John and Leisa Novak Anthony and Desiree Tigner David Marks and Mary Grimord Christopher and Catherine O’Neill Eric and Melody Rodriguez Cliff and Michelle Shedd Craig and Michelle Vinson Shawn Williams and Maggie Jeffries

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S P O N S O R S Live & Silent Auction John and Chanelle Clark Band Sponsorship Kathy’s Korner Paddles Up Sponsorship Dixon, Palamountain/Smith, and Tigner families on behalf of: Texas Children Hospital Tuition Sponsorship Amegy Bank FLOOR Michael and Elizabeth Baird Volunteer Meal Sponsorship Village Plumbing & Home Services Faculty & Staff Ticket Sponsorships Luis Camacho and Emily Acosta Dixon, Palamountain/Smith, and Tigner families on behalf of: Texas Children Hospital Mark and Keri Dykes Jacinta Edussuriya Elite Texas Properties – Jim Meyn and Wendy Wight Anthony and Laurie Farris Fioza Café Jonathan Godfrey and Ana Treviño-Godfrey Jackson and Ryan Architects, Inc. Pablo Lozano and Martha Laird Greg and Rachel Marino Surena and Misty Matin Peter and Fan Morris Ruben and Josefina Rendon Chan and Mary Tysor Jackson and Katherine Vo Donations And Honorariums Carlos and Maria de Aldecoa Rob and Chris Ammons Dorcas Atherton Jim and LeeAnn Badum Builders West, Inc. Ruth Bryant in honor of Jake, Anna & Cate Crath Susan Bryant in honor of Jake, Anna & Cate Crath Michael and Andrea Boucher Charles and Elizabeth Cabrera Wendy Chopin - Strake Jesuit John and Chanelle Clark Randy and Cathy Crath Décor to Remember/D2R Kathy Dreyfus Gary Dunnman & Sharon Steen in honor of Shannon Steen Mann Bennett Easton in honor of Anna Crath Rosanne Easton in honor of Anna Crath ECD Electronic Custom Distributors, Inc. Cris and Stephanie Eugster Greg and Carly Filippov Nathan and Angela Fowler Pat Hollingsworth Rachel Jefferies and Mark Jones in honor of Alessandro, Chiara & Luca Cohen Susan Jefferies in honor of Alessandro, Chiara & Luca Cohen Andrew McCain Origin Bank Jeff Steen in honor of Emma & Ian Mann Elias Steen in honor of Emma & Ian Mann Yuniedth and Jennings Steen in honor of Emma & Ian Mann Lauren Tarkington in honor of Emma & Ian Mann

D O N O R S Von Pham Edgar Aburto and Cynthia Moreno The Adolescent Community Ms. Annie’s Infant Community Lynn Aven Michael and Catherine Barber Christopher and Melanie Bibb Bradley and Kellye Burke Anthony and Paulette Chavez Millie Chavez John and Julie Cogan Lorenzo Cohen and Alison Jefferies Alejandro Contreras and Adriana Visbal Holly Copeland Gabriela Coronado Bob and Gwen Corrigan Sarah Cortez Leo and Sarah Costello Randy and Cathy Crath Bear Dalton Michael and Carla Deavers Maria Diaz Mark and Keri Dykes Jacinta Edussuriya Adam Farris Greg and Carly Filippov David and Sarah Flores Friends of St. Catherine’s Reginald and Cynthia Fontno Tom and Gina Fulkerson Sam and Norma Gainer Lory Garrett Rock and Deborah Gremillion Craig Guidry & Ashley Graves David Haberman Wanda Harding Veronica Harth Timothy and Sarah Harvey Adrian Hernandez and Rosecler Marmentini Gary Hickok and Monica Tschen Kathy Hijazi Renae Holman Murti Ms. Jacinta’s Lower Elementary Class Sandy Javadi Ms. Jennifer’s Primary Class Justin Homfeld and Julie Mclarry Matthew Johnson Thomas Jones and Nia Johnson–Jones Christopher and Megan Jordan Michael and Kay Hilliard Ms. Katherine’s Primary Class Heather Kendall Josh and Claire Koch Ivy Koteras Antonio and Larissa La Matta Terry Lebsack Mark and Mindy LeBlanc Christopher and Sarah Lewis Barbara Link David and Melissa Lopez Ray and LaTanya Love Conrad and Barron Lozano Ms. Ly’s Lower Elementary Class Ms. Maggie’s Upper Elementary Class Jamie and Shannon Mann

D O N O R S (continued) Rachel Marino David and Nancy Martin Surena and Misty Matin David and Eileen Meinert Jim Meyn and Wendy Wight Megan Monks Bruce and Lisa Moses Gabby Novak Olivia Novak Alina Nuñez and Jorge Villalobos Nuri Nuri and Lois Ramondetta Andrew and Brooke Nyberg Christopher and Catherine O’Neill Adina Oosterwijk Sharon Ortiz Roberto Pacini and Alejandra Creixell Norman and Ann Palm Ron and Sally Patterson Robert and Violet Perez Robyn Perry Antonio Poy and Marilyn Jose David and Sara Pybus Erick Ragni and Emily Sing Ms. Renae’s Primary Class Ms. Renee’s All Day Primary Class Don and Martha Reid Edwin and Tonya Rodriguez Valerie Rodriguez Annie Sallans LuAnn Sanchez Lucy Sanchez Gusty Simpson William and Doris Sing Renee Smith Mr. Tim’s Upper Elementary Class Frank and Carrie Toffoletto Susan Tracy Chan and Mary Tysor Jennifer Uitenbroek Dirk Van Tuerenhout Ms. Veronica’s Lower Elementary Class Craig and Michelle Vinson David and Sandra Wager Bob Wager Martin and Rachel Wamp Don Ward Jack Warren Wendy Wight Shawn Williams and Maggie Jeffries John Paul and Claire Yabraian Mario Yearwood and Victoria Mata Noe and Bernadette Zamora Businesses Armandos A Women’s Work Acupuncture Herbal Wellness Center Acupuncture Therapeutic & Beauty Center Adair Family Restaurants Adirondacks Island Getaway Aerodromes The Alley Theatre The Amish Craftsman Amore Reflexology Amy’s Ice Creams, Inc. Antica Osteria

AREA Ashley Kahn, Wardrobe Stylist Austin Lone Star Court Austin UT Football Tickets Austin Zoo Axelrad Beer Garden The Axelrad Clinic Baird & Baird Barnaby’s Bayou Bliss Yoga BCN Bellaire Family Eye Clinic Bellaire Pediatric Dentistry Benjy’s Bering’s BIG Power Yoga Bike Barn West University blendSMART BMW of West Houston Boxwood Interiors Brae Burn Country Club Brennan’s Brewingz Brilliantly Organized Brown Brsh Dental Buchanan’s Native Plants Café Chino Santa Fe Café Pasqual’s Cammarata Pediatric Dentistry Canyon Lake Getaway CARisma Wash Kirby Central Market Cheeky Vintage Cheesecake Factory Chuy’s Cookie Craze Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion Da Camera of Houston D.R. Stephens Estate Dallas • El Fenix Dallas Medieval Times Dinner & Tournament Dallas • Nasher Sculpture Center Dallas • Sevy’s Grill Dana Shamas Bayou Bliss Yoga David Brown Flowers Dean & Deluca Den-Bar Hallmark Gift Shop Dessert Gallery Disneyland Don T. Speck, D.D.S. Dorcas Atherton Artwork Dosey Doe DR Delicacy Edgar Medina Elizabeth Irvine’s The Jewelry Project The Emery/Weiner School Episcopal High School Event Yard Greetings Events Eximius - Antonio & Larissa La Matta Fajita Pete’s Fig Leaf Adornments FLOOR Michael and Elizabeth Baird Fort Worth Zoo

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D O N O R S (continued) FOUND Fox Restaurant Concepts French Cuff Boutique French Country Wines The French Farm Sam & Norma Gainer Gale Ford Zumba Galveston Beach House Getaway Galveston ETC Play Galveston Historical Foundation Geek Window Cleaning Gittings Portraiture Glamour Dogs Salon The Glassell Junior School/MFAH Good Project - Matt & Kim Pacetti Grace’s Grand Hyatt New York H Town Restaurant Group Rashed Haq Houston Arboretum & Nature Center Houston Astros Houston Ayurveda Wellness Center Houston Contemporary Arts Museum Houston Dynamo Houston Eye Associates Houston Grand Opera Houston House of Blues Houston Hot Yoga Houston Hotel Zaza Houston Main Street Theater Houston Museum of Fine Arts Houston Museum of Natural Science Houston Rodeo Tickets Houston Scuba Academy Houston Swim Club Houston Symphony Houston Texans Foundation Houston Zoo Hue Salon Hugo's Impromptu Internum iRecycleGlass Island ETC Izakaya Japanese Pub and Plates James Avery Jewelry Jasmine Nails The Jewelry Project by Elizabeth Irvine Jewelry Speaks John A. Lauten, DDS Jordan Bryd Junebug Jewelry Designs Kaleidoscope Studio of Interior Design Kata Robata Kendra Scott Kenny & Ziggy's KPFD Kris Stiffler Micro Kickboard Kuhl-Linscomb La Escondida Mexican Restuarant Laura J Finery Laurenzo’s El Tiempo Cantina Terry Lebsack, Massage Therapist Lesli Berggren Design

Lilette Line Studio Lisle Violin Shop Local Foods Louisa Savarese Lozano Upholstery LTD Movers Lucky Strike Houston Luigi’s Pizzeria Mad Potter Bellaire Mann Designs Mariquita Masterson McHugh Tea Room & Gifts The Melting Pot Menchie's Mercedes Benz of Sugarland Mercury, The Orchestra Redefined Meritus Industries- Eric & Melody Rodriguez Meyerland Martial Arts Micro Kickboard Mindy Harmon Photography Molina's Cantina The Motherhood Center Motor Speedway Resort Houston NASA Space Center Natural Bridge Caverns Natural Expressions Natural Pawz Naturally Nourished Natural History Museum of LA County Nature Discovery Center of Bellaire Nice Winery Niko Niko's Noah's Ark Animal Hospital North Italia NYC Grand Hyatt NYC L'Artusi NYC MoMA Opera In The Heights Origins Outback Steakhouse Ovation Med Spa Paladar 511 Paper Source Pappas Restaurants Park City Deer Valley Resort Park City Gourmand Tours Park City Red Butte Garden Park City Snow Flower Park City Utah Symphony & Opera The Path of Tea Pedal Party Houston Pinot’s Palette polish Dentistry Prelude Music Classes for Children Prima Pasta Purity + Majesty Quillian Memorial Center Red River Pens, Don Ward Revention Music Center Revolution Studio River House New Orleans Robin Jackson Photography Rockin' R River Rides

D O N O R S (continued) Valerie Rodriguez Round Top Marburger Farm Antique Show Round Top Compound Rover Oaks Pet Resort Saint Arnold Brewing Company Saint Street Swim Salve Naturals Salvestrin Winery Sam Houston Equestrian Center Sam Houston Race Park San Antonio Aquarium San Antonio Museum of Art Santa Fe La Posada Resort & Spa Santa Fe Opera Sarah Cortez Sarah Poindexter, Piano/Vocal Instructor Schilleci's New Orleans Kitchen Schlitterbahn Waterparks & Resorts Season 52 Semarck Pest Skydive Spaceland Smooth Skin Bar Snap Kitchen Soccer Shots Houston Specs Squire Livery St. Agnes Academy St. Catherine's Booster Club St. Helena Winery St. Pius X High School St. Thomas High School Stages Repertory Theatre Stella Link Animal Clinic

Studio 3 Superior Cuts Taste of Texas Ten Thousand Waves Texas de Brazil Texas Truck Tire Theather Under the Stars Therapy Hair Salon Tiff's Treats Timberline Fitness Trader Joe’s Twin Taurus Typhoon Texas Uchi The Union Kitchen UrbanCHEF Utah Symphony • Utah Opera Virginia Buchanan, Usborne Books Vieux Interiors Vine Cliff Winery Vivaldi Music Academy Weekley Family YMCA Well Done Cooking Classes West U Dance Centre West U Wellness Westbury Animal Hospital Whole Earth Provision Whole Foods Market Bellaire Wildcat Golf Club Willow Pool Wish by Louisa Wonderwild Yoga Heart Studio YogaOne Studios You Lucky Dog Your Bijoux Box

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A DVA N C E M E N T CO M M I T T E E As we celebrated the Golden Anniversary of our unique school and its Dominican roots, it was also a time to plan for St. Catherine’s future. Strong student retention and the continued growth presented new creative opportunities to meet the needs of our students and their families.

This 50th year embodies the thousands of St. Catherine’s Montessori families who believed and invested in a school with a mission aimed at guiding children to become caring, intelligent, compassionate individuals who are critical thinkers and seek out solutions to problems, while developing a sense of responsibility to their community and beyond. It is the goal of the Advancement Committee to identify and implement strategies to secure the necessary resources, ensuring the mission carries on.

Key accomplishments of the Committee during the 2016-2017 year included: • Integration of Japhet Creek with St. Catherine’s facilities. Japhet Creek provides students the muchneeded space for curricular opportunities and it offers our community a place to gather for meetings or in celebration.

• Identification of the fundraising opportunities with the expansion to high school.

• Implementation of RenWeb to capture the volunteer hours parents invest in advancing the mission of St. Catherine’s Montessori.

• Broadened outreach to our alumni families and former faculty who were instrumental in the school’s evolution over 50 years. We joined together in joyful celebration with our founding Dominican Sister, Edna Ann Hebert, OP

“It is vitally important to the continued growth and success of St. Catherine’s that all parents take responsibility for the financial as well as the spiritual wellbeing of the school.

It is our hope that all parents will hear the call and respond to the best of their ability to the financial outreach by the school. The needs of the school will continue to evolve as long as the dream that created this school lives on.”

David Marks Board Chair, Advancement Committee Board of the Directors Member

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FINANCE COMMITTEE What a year it has been! It was over a year ago when we announced St. Catherine’s was debt free. This positive financial position allowed us to successfully launch a capital campaign to support campus expansion leading to the groundbreaking for Phase 1 in 2017. This enhancement to the school has over 90% of the cost already pledged. It is amazing how dynamic the community is and this year represents what is possible.

As our financial responsibility to the community mandates and our audited financials illustrate year after year, St. Catherine’s Montessori continues to be a lean organization, directing most of our revenue to the classroom, where it impacts our children the most. Our work is not done in supporting our school’s long-term financial and strategic goals. We continue to identify further resources for developing the school holistically, passing on to our children a love to learn and maintaining its socioeconomic diversity. I know what the school asks and continues to ask from each of you is demanding, and I thank you for continuing to respond to the financial stability of our community.

I appreciate the opportunity to serve as the Treasurer of the Board of Directors. Pat and I will always be indebted to the community for the foundation my daughters (aged 23 and 25) received here. I wish to thank you, the St. Catherine’s community, for what you do with your time, money and services to enable St. Catherine’s excellent program. Please continue to strengthen that culture built over the last 50 years.

Bob Lunn Board Chair, Finance Committee Treasurer, Board of Directors

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Preparing the E N V I R O N M E N T THE BUILDING AND GROUNDS COMMITTEE The Building and Grounds Committee exists to support the Board of Directors and the Head of School in the long-term planning and development of the St. Catherine’s facilities, infrastructure, and grounds. Comprised of the Head of School, the Facilities Manager, the Naturalist, a Board member, guides and parent volunteers, the scope of the Committee’s activities includes reviewing, planning, integrating, executing, and maintaining a wide variety of facilities and grounds matters. The Committee’s most recent and ongoing focus has been: (1) ongoing development of a 10-year facilities plan; (2) assessment of our facility as it ages and addressing its current needs; and (3) a continued focus on providing structured support for the establishment of well managed grounds for St. Catherine’s Montessori and the St. Catherine’s Montessori Japhet campus. The Committee meets monthly, although additional meetings occur when necessary.

“Our campus was intentionally developed to offer students an authentic Montessori experience. These varied learning environments allow our students to learn and grow in exciting new ways. A strong and supportive relationship between the facility and its community is the goal of the Buildings and Grounds Committee.”

Alison Jefferies Board Chair, Building and Grounds Committee Secretary, Board of Directors

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The Building Committee provides leadership and guidance throughout the campus expansion project, beginning from the planning and construction phases, all the way up through project completion. Under the leadership of Jorge Villalobos, parents, faculty, staff, and experts in education, architecture and construction, worked diligently to report on progress and offer recommendations to the Board of Directors regarding all aspects of the campus expansion.

During this past year, the committee made great strides by opening up the bidding to 3 general contractors, ultimately recommending Forney Construction to build the project. Construction begins during the summer of 2017 and is estimated to take between 9-10 months to complete two Upper Elementary classrooms and reclaim the school’s original library, currently being used as a Lower Elementary classroom.

Going forward, the building committee will begin re-focusing on the short and long term planning for future needs including the Adolescent Community, High School, Music and other programs.

“I would like to thank the members of the Building Committee, Forney Construction and other support staff whose diligence in managing various aspects of the project was extremely valuable to assure its success.”

CO M M I T T E E Jorge Villalobos The Building Committee Committee Chair

Jorge Villalobos, Chair John Clements Holly Copeland Yusra Lateef Nathaniel Martinez Chris O’Neill Violet Perez Shelly Pottorf Erick Ragni 29 Susan Tracy

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VOLUNTEER FUNDRAISING EFFORTS Fifty years of dedicated service by scores of St. Catherine’s families have set the stage for a rich culture of philanthropy. Beginning in the earliest years, our parents have been the force behind the momentum driving St. Catherine’s growth from a small pre-school in 1966 to the current campus with Montessori programs and facilities specifically designed for Infant Community through Adolescent Community. Our volunteer families’ generosity and service make a difference in our community and we are grateful for all they do each day to address the growing needs of the school.

Thank you to all our community volunteers whose work supported the following fundraisers in our 50th year, collectively raising $52,189.23.

• Square 1 Art (Faculty Enrichment) • Rebate Programs, Magazine Drive (PSO) • Hoot for Hoops, Concession Sales, Family Dinner Rebates, Mini Directory (Athletic Booster Club) • Book Fair (Library) • Steps for Students (PSO and Athletic Booster Club) • Sociables (General Operating Fund)

“It has been an incredible honor and a joy to serve as PSO President during the 2016-2017 school year. This was a very special year for our school, as it was SCM’s 50th anniversary. The mission of the PSO is to enhance the environment at SCM while building community through family involvement and service. This rings so true this year as many parents volunteered to organize our PSO events, including the PSO Fall Fest and PSO Spring Fling where the community came together to celebrate. We are blessed to have so many parent volunteers that made this year a great success! Thank you for this opportunity to work with so many of you and for the long-lasting friendships.”

Mary Tysor President, PSO

“The Booster Club enjoyed another very successful and productive season in 2016-2017. It has been an honor to work alongside other dedicated school parents in the ongoing support and growth of the school’s athletic programs and participation. The success of our student-athletes is in large part due to our dedicated coaches, parents and teachers that constantly support and guide them through the many lessons that are learned through sports. Thank you all for your many hours of volunteering and cheering on our student-athletes.”

Jim Meyn President, Athletics Booster Club

Sister Shirley Owens, OP † and Sister Edna Ann Hebert, OP

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