Summer17 Newsletter

Newsletter

summer 2017 Vol. 33, No. 2

IHA Graduates Scholars, Athletes, and Young Women of Character

Scene Around IHA

Spring Sports Wrap-Up

Class Notes

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Class of 2017 Commencement Exercises

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On Campus

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End-of-the-Year and Retirement Celebration

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IHA Arts

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Cover Shot: Kathryn Samarro’17 and Christine Jacob’17 celebrate their graduation from Immaculate Heart Academy!

Our Mission

Immaculate Heart Academy is a college preparatory high school in the Archdiocese of Newark, which has as its purpose the complete education of young women.

By both cultivating the traditional Christian values of the Roman Catholic Church and by upholding exceptional academic standards, IHA offers a unique educational experience for the young women in our community. Immaculate Heart Academy strives to develop every aspect of the individual by educating the mind, nurturing the spirit, and promoting a healthy lifestyle. By instilling in its students a sense of responsibility, confidence, justice, peace, and compassion, Immaculate Heart Academy prepares its students for life throughout the twenty-first century.

Sonia Sharma’17 and Reagan Jones’17 line up for the graduation processional.

President

Patricia Molloy

Principal

Jason Schlereth

Editor-in-Chief Tara Hopfenspirger Contributors

John Downey

Photography Mike Hamlett Photography, Patrizia Proscia, Lisa Encke, Beth DiCiancia Garrigan’76 Design

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Gabriela Skinner’20 and Julia Principe’20 show certificates they received at the 2017 Honors Convocation.

Diana DeVita’17 and Mia Magarro’17 fight for the ball.

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Bailey DeVaney’17; Patricia Molloy, president; and Catherine DeVaney at the 2017 Service Awards.

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President’s Corner

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Did You Know That...

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Scene Around IHA

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Spring Sports Wrap-Up

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Class Notes

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In Memoriam

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Lauren Costabile’17 and Olivia Tumino’17

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President’s Corner Dear friends, The first day of school is just around the corner and, with each passing day, I can feel my excitement growing. Even though I’ve worked over forty-five years in education, I can never sleep the night before the opening of school! It’s that feeling of possibility, of a new beginning, a clean slate, a blank page that is so motivating. Even if you’re not returning to school yourself, there’s no doubt that September is an exciting time of year.

So, to quote the beloved Dr. Seuss, “You’re off to great places! Today is your day! Your mountain is waiting. So get on your way!”

I hope that you enjoy the changes we have made to our newsletter. While its design may seem different, the focus of IHA News will always be the celebration of the successes of our students and alumnae.

Patricia Molloy President

Megan Brockmeier’17 and Catherine O’Toole’17

Students, alumnae, parents, and families…may God bless you always.

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commencement exercises IHA Celebrates its 10,000th Graduate

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Immaculate Heart Academy’s Fifty-fourth Annual Commencement Exercises were held on June 4, 2017. One hundred eighty-two outstanding young women received their diplomas from Patricia Molloy, president; Jason Schlereth, principal; and Rosemary Fuhrman and Alice Rogers, assistant principals, on stage in the IHA gymnasium. This year’s ceremony included a notable milestone, as we proudly graduated our ten-thousandth student!

Emily O’Donovan’17, Mia Magarro’17, Gianna D’Onofrio’17, Julianna Zeepvat’17, Julia Scherer’17, and Taylor Wiener’17

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After Catherine O’Toole (Boston College), Student Council president, offered the invocation, Kimberly Caccamo (United States Military Academy), salutatorian, gave a heartfelt welcoming address. Kimberly encouraged her fellow graduates to continue on to college and beyond with compassion for their neighbors and those less fortunate. “We have the intellect to think of new ways to continue serving, and the character to do so,” she said. “This development of our whole person has been the greatest gift IHA has given us.” Commencement speaker, Elizabeth Higgins Clark, IHA Class of 2002, was next to address the graduating class. Ms. Clark’s message to the graduates was similar to Kimberly’s, as she stressed the importance of kindness and good character. “Kindness is a muscle,” she said. “The more you exercise it, the less resistance you will feel.”

Diplomas and a number of special awards were then distributed to members of the Class of 2017. Lily Polster (University of Notre Dame), valedictorian, delivered a memorable farewell address based on what became this school year’s theme song, “Sound of the Saints.” As Lily led the class in a reflection of both the challenges and achievements of their four years at IHA, she said, “I hope we all will continue to hear the sound of the saints as we march into our futures as strong, powerful young women, proudly singing ‘Hallelujah, Amen.’”

Lily Polster, Class of 2017 valedictorian, receives her diploma.

The Class of 2017 received more than thirty-seven million dollars in scholarship awards and will be attending some of the most esteemed colleges and universities in the nation—from Cornell University, Johns Hopkins University, and Georgetown University, to University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, University of Chicago, and College of William and Mary. Sixty-two graduates are attending Catholic institutions and nineteen students will attend colleges in New Jersey. One hundred sixty-two graduates will attend schools out of state, and one is attending ESSEC Business School in France.

Some of the most popular school choices this year include Fordham University with nine students attending, Pennsylvania State University and Seton Hall University with seven each, and University of Delaware and Fairfield University with six each. Other top choices were Villanova University, New York University, Clemson University, University of Alabama, University of Miami, Syracuse University, and Providence College. On behalf of the IHA community, we wish the members of the Class of 2017 the very best in college and beyond. You will always have a home @theheart!

Isabel Sanchez’17 and Monterey McEachern’17 are officially IHA alumnae.

Members of the graduating class are all smiles during the commencement ceremony.

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The Class of 2017 received more than thirty-seven million dollars in scholarship awards and will be attending some of the most esteemed colleges and universities in the nation.

Kayla Pantaleo’17 and Katelyn Villarie’17 pinky promise to be IHA sisters forever.

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An Inspirational Commencement Address: “Kindness is a Muscle”

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e were honored to welcome back Elizabeth Higgins Clark, IHA Class of 2002, as our 2017 Commencement Speaker.

Elizabeth’s association with Immaculate Heart Academy began well before she was a student here. Her mother, author, Mary Jane Behrends Clark, graduated in 1972, while her aunts, The Honorable Marilyn Clark’68, Carol Higgins Clark’74, Margaret Behrends’75, and Patricia Clark’76, were also IHA graduates.

Elizabeth’s great aunt, the late June Clark, is a former IHA faculty member, and her grandmother is renowned author, Mary Higgins Clark, a longtime supporter of our school after whom our Writing Center is named. While a student at IHA, Elizabeth was a member of the Forensics Club,

ITS, CARE, Communication Club, and Mock Trial. She was also a member of the Student Council and played on the IHA Softball Team.

Kindness may not make you rich or win you awards, but its ripples will reach others in ways you can’t even imagine.

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After graduating from IHA, Elizabeth attended Providence College where she received a B.A. degree in English literature and minored in women’s studies. She is an actor who has appeared on shows such as “The Mindy Project” and “Criminal Minds” and on stage at The Williamstown Theatre Festival and La MaMa E.T.C. Elizabeth has written for Maria Shriver’s website and The Huffington Post, with her article about the “R word” making the front page of the entire blog. At fundraisers and genetics counseling facilities, Elizabeth has spoken about her brother, David, who suffers from Fragile X Syndrome. She recently wrote her first play, FRACTURED, which led Rolling Stone critic Peter Travers to call her “lavishly talented.” But her message to the members of the Class of 2017 was not about her success or the careers they may pursue after college. Instead, her focus was simply on the significance of kindness.

“Your greatest power lies in the one thing you are in total control of for the balance of your life,” Elizabeth proclaimed to the graduates, “and that is how you choose to treat the people you encounter as you live.” She reiterated that there is no greater legacy than treating people well.

“Kindness may not make you rich or win you awards, but its ripples will reach others in ways you can’t even imagine. It’s what the people who actually know you will remember most.”

The Honorable Marilyn C. Clark’68; Patricia Clark’76; Mary Higgins Clark P’68, ’74, ’76, GP’02; Elizabeth Clark’02, 2017 commencement speaker; Mary Jane Behrends Clark’72; and David Clark.

Elizabeth concluded by telling the Class of 2017 that she’s confident they will work hard and achieve. “I have no doubt you’re going to do well,” she said. “But because you’re IHA girls, I also have faith that you’ll take the time to do good.”

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IHA faculty and staff are ready to watch the seniors graduate.

The Class of 2017 processes into the IHA gymnasium.

Olivia Luppino’17, Sarah O’Connell’17, and Monterey McEachern’17 complete four years at IHA!

Olivia Priolo’17 gives her family a smile.

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Graduation Awards The following awards were presented at the 2017 Commencement Exercises: The IHA Award The Academic Excellence Award The Kim Montelaro Memorial Award The Sr. Beatrice Ryan Award The Dorothy and Jack McKenna Memorial Award The Kathleen Farley Memorial Award The Fine Arts Award The Gregory Joseph Villone Award The Herbert C. Oberle Memorial Award The Jennifer Grace Brawley Scholarship The KariAnn Dellapenta Award The Catherine Larkin Award The Caren Cavallo Memorial Award The Marian Award The Marie Sellers and Dorothy Savarese Memorial Award The Jeffrey E. Silver Memorial Award The Vincent Herold Award The Michael Thomas Noone Memorial Award The Marisa Suarez Memorial Award

Catherine O’Toole Boston College Cara Valencia Johns Hopkins University Megan Brockmeier Villanova University Emily Bermudez Villanova University Bailey Devaney Sacred Heart University Kelly Murphy Seton Hall University Isabelle Wolf North Carolina State University Megan Roche Syracuse University Giavanna Tabbachino Lehigh University Julia Scherer Sacred Heart University Cara Valencia Johns Hopkins University Lauren Foote Duquesne University Antionette Afriyie The George Washington University Christine Jacob Siena College Isabella Somera Seton Hall University Dina Mulroy Loyola University Maryland Kimberly Caccamo United States Military Academy Catherine Implicito Villanova University Kathryn Samarro Marist College

Emily Bermudez’17 receives her diploma from Jason Schlereth, principal.

Cara Valencia’17 receives the KariAnn Dellapenta award from Patricia Molloy, president. Cara was also honored with the Academic Excellence Award.

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More Awards for the Class of 2017

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Maria Brockmeier, Megan Brockmeier’17, Erin Brockmeier’19, and Reid Brockmeier at the Baccalaureate Mass & Awards Reception

Graduating seniors were acknowledged with awards at both the Baccalaureate Awards and Junior/Senior Luncheon in-house ceremonies. Congratulations to: Art Award—Isabelle Wolf North Carolina State University Business Award—Kayla Pantaleo The University of Alabama Communications Award— Simona Riccardi Emerson College Technology Award—Regine Thimothee Rochester Institute of Technology English Award—Milena Bozovic American University French Award—Julia-Francoise Raith New York University Spanish Award—Megan Brockmeier Villanova University Mathematics Award—Lily Polster University of Notre Dame Music Award—Sophie Lee The Ohio State University Physical Education Award—Maris Carey The University of Scranton Religion Award—Julia Scherer Sacred Heart University Science Award—Cara Valencia Johns Hopkins University Social Studies Award—Caitlin Campbell The University of Alabama Michael Edward Echeverria Award— Jenna Lucarello Hofstra University

Virginia “Ginny” Panicucci Memorial Award—Natalie Deutsch Misericordia University IHA Parents’ Club Robert Ryan Memorial Scholarship (Most Improved Student)—Antonieta Bocxe Emerson College

Other honors and special recognitions included:

Appointment to the United States Military Academy Kimberly Caccamo The National Merit Scholarship Commended Students Kimberly Caccamo United States Military Academy Tara Candelmo Boston College Reagan Stroka Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute Cara Valencia Johns Hopkins University

The Lakeland Bank Scholarship Colleen Wetzelberger James Madison University Woman’s Club of Haworth Award Claudia Hurley University of Maryland, College Park Township of Washington Fire Department Scholarship Julia Podest University of Delaware

Athletics Awards

IHA Scholar Athlete Award Julianna Shrekgast Cornell University NJSIAA Scholar Athlete Award Kimberly Caccamo United States Military Academy IHA Athlete of the Year Giavanna Tabbachino Lehigh University IHA Athletic Achievement Award Reese Guevarra for Softball University of Connecticut

The National Hispanic Recognition Program Cara Valencia Johns Hopkins University

Cara Valencia’17; Kimberly Caccamo’17, Class of 2017 salutatorian; Tara Candelmo’17; and Reagan Stroka’17 display their National Merit Scholarship Letter of Commendation plaques.

Hailey Herina’17 receives recognition at the Junior/Senior Luncheon Award Ceremony.

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Kelly Murphy’17 (pictured below) received honorable mention in the Bergen County Young Playwright’s Competition for her play, One Truth.

Lauren Costabile’17 recently completed the requirements for her Girl Scouts® Gold Award. Lauren introduced the IHA community to Healing Meals, an organization that enables volunteers to prep and distribute nutritious meals to families affected by cancer, blood disorders, and sickle cell anemia. Healing Meals pairs with The Health Barn Foundation and No Fuss Lunch Kitchen in Hawthorne. Volunteers prep, cook, and package meals that are then delivered to Hackensack University Medical Center and St. Joseph’s Children’s Hospital in Paterson. The group uses fresh and organic produce generously donated from Whole Foods Market in Edgewater, Paramus, and Ridgewood. Lauren said she is happy her fellow volunteers could contribute for the greater good.

On March 3, 2017, Mrs. Lisa Encke, director of the arts, and Mrs. Mary Carnevale, art teacher, presented at the National Art Education Association Conference in New York City. Their session was entitled “Community Advocacy and Creative Leadership through the National Art Honor Society

(NAHS).” This presentation examined the integral role that the NAHS can play in creating a community of artists in a high school. Participants gained a deeper understanding of the service aspect of the NAHS and the creative leadership potential of its members. Mrs. Encke and Mrs. Carnevale discussed a variety of service projects including hosting Art@theheart for elementary school students, creating artwork for a local Habitat for Humanity gala, organizing a small works auction featuring the NAHS artists’ work, and maintaining an on-going artistic relationship with a local senior residence.

Milena Bozovic’17 (pictured below) was awarded a six thousand dollar scholarship from the Steamfitting Industry Scholarship Program. This program awards six students whose parents belong to the New York/New Jersey Area steamfitters union. Milena’s father has been working in the profession for more than ten years. “I mostly feel honored to have been selected as a recipient of a selective scholarship that I hope will serve to encourage me to take on my collegiate studies with the same scholastic aptitude and intellectual enthusiasm that I did high school,” she said. The award will be used toward Milena’s college tuition at American University, where she will be studying international relations.

Immaculate Heart Academy was one of seven schools that maintained a ninety percent or better in overall seatbelt usage during the Fourteenth Annual High School Traffic Safety Challenge at Hackensack University Medical Center (HUMC). IHA tied with Indian Hills High School for the number one spot, having ninety-nine percent seatbelt usage. Additionally, IHA’s safety video was one of three winners in the HUMC Safety Video Challenge. Congratulations to Kathleen Rattazzi’17 for creating “FOMO: Fear of Missing Out,” the video that took the first place award.

A five thousand-word article written

by Dr. Sue Kenney, English teacher, is being published in a book entitled “Critical Approaches to Literature, Multicultural.” The book, part of a series, is a collection of essays on multicultural approaches to literature and film. The title of the article is “Social Constructions of Otherness in the United States: Four Latin American Examples.” This particular series will be widely distributed in high schools and colleges throughout the country.

On May 7, 2017, Julia Giannotta ’17 (pictured at right) won the Carole Ann Cup in the Women’s Varsity Single category of the Philadelphia Scholastic Rowing Association City Championship Regatta. She won the race by less than half of a second—the closest race in which she has ever participated.

Julia rows a single boat named the Soaring Eagle at Bergen County Rowing Academy in Leonia and is coached by Clemens Reinke.

Collectively, she has won ten medals throughout her career and she recently advanced to U.S. Rowing Nationals in Sarasota, Florida. Julia has been rowing for the past five years and is committed for Division I rowing at the University of Miami. “Rowing is

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definitely one of the hardest things I have ever done, but after all my hard work, time, and commitment, I feel it is the most rewarding,” Julia said.

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Sofia Ciprian’17 won honorable mention in the Sister Rose Thering writing contest hosted by Seton Hall University in March 2017. Sofia’s essay was in response to a movie entitled “Sister Rose’s Passion,” which tells the story about advocacy for peace, especially for Jewish people.

one-credit courses in journalism, write and publish six to ten articles each semester for the school newspaper, hold at least one editorial position, and stay on the newspaper staff for all four years.

Gabriella DePinho’17 and Shannon Gleba’17 both received a Quadrangle Student Newspaper Scholarship at Manhattan College, where they will be attending school this fall. Manhattan awards five of these scholarships to incoming freshmen each year. To maintain the scholarship, Gabriella and Shannon have to take three

Five students (pictured below) in the French I Honors course were recently awarded a medal in Le Grand Concours, a prestigious French exam taken nationwide.

From left to right are Kelsey Galiger’20 (bronze medal), Grace Mendolia’20 (silver medal), Sophia Ruggier’20 (silver medal), and Joanne Semelsberger’20 (bronze medal). Jordan Hurley’20 (silver medal) is not pictured.

Mrs. Tara Hopfenspirger, director of communications, and her husband, Kurt, welcomed their son, Braden Charles Hopfenspirger, to the world on May 10, 2017. He was 6 lbs, 9 oz and 19 inches long (pictured below).

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IHA Family Award Presented to Six Families

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very year at the Baccalaureate Mass and Award Ceremony, Immaculate Heart Academy recognizes several extraordinary families in our community.

The IHA Family Award is presented to parents who have committed themselves to Catholic education and who have sent three or more daughters to IHA. This award is given when the last of their daughters graduates. Congratulations,

parents, and thank you for your many years of commitment to IHA! For Four Daughters Robert and Rosemary Wetzelberger Erin’11, Kerry’13, Megan’15, and Colleen’17 For Three Daughters Michael and Catherine Devaney Casey’13, Madison’14, and Bailey’17 Peter, Debra, and Cielo Jaquez Ashley’06 (mother, Debra) Sharon’13 and Carly’17 (mother, Cielo) Daniel and Susan Mahoney Amanda’14, Katherine’15, and Maggie’17 William and Kathleen Rogers Lindsey’14, Jacqueline’16, and Lauren’17

Kerry Wetzelberger’13, Erin Wetzelberger’11, Rosemary Slattery Wetzelberger’80, Colleen Wetzelberger’17, Bob Wetzelberger, and Meghan Wetzelberger’15

Richard and Kathryn Zinn Monika’13, Josephine’15, and Marlena’17

IHA Faculty Attends Notre Dame Seminar

Where Science and Religious Studies Intersect

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rs. Susan Adamo, science teacher; Ms. Geri Braden, religious studies department chairperson; Mrs. Elizabeth Mueller Szydlik’84, religious studies teacher; Dr. Erika Brennan, science teacher; and Sr. Carol Ann Lockwood, S.C., religious studies teacher (photo at right), recently attended the University of Notre Dame McGrath Institute for Church Life Science & Religion Initiative. From June 18-23,

2017, high school teachers from across the country were equipped with approaches that expand the dialogue between the two disciplines and challenge the notion that science and religion are in conflict.

Science teachers learned how theological insights can be used to inform topics in biology and physics, while religion teachers explored how scientific findings can help inform and enhance

their appreciation of God’s creation.

In addition, participants viewed a presentation of All Creation Gives Praise, in which “theological reflections and astrophysical explanations are blended together in a digital journey through the universe.” IHA faculty members were excited to bring home lesson plans and teaching practices that seamlessly combine the two disciplines.

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2017 Service Awards IHA Recognizes Big Hearts of Community Members

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t Immaculate Heart Academy, service has always been fundamental to who we are as a community. To recognize the efforts of numerous individuals who give back in so many ways, we hold an annual Service Awards Assembly. This year, on May 11, 2017, we acknowledged one hundred nineteen students, ten faculty and staff members, and five families who received the prestigious President’s Volunteer Service Award.

This is the first year we have recognized families with the President’s Volunteer Service Award. It is given to families who have completed a minimum of five hundred hours collectively in one year, with each member contributing at least twenty-five hours. Congratulations to our dedicated families: The Foote Family (1005 hours), The Polster Family (1200 hours), The Rattazzi Family (1000 hours), The Devaney Family (500 hours), and The Szydlik Family (1200 hours).

Additionally, the Spirit of Service Award was given to IHA students whose “very spirit” makes them want to help others.

Congratulations to the standouts who innately look for opportunities to serve: Class of 2020: Isabella Sabino and Elizabeth Encke Class of 2019: Gabriella Raia, Bernadette Goratowski, and Clare Donnelly Class of 2018: Marissa Amen and Julia Bertussi Class of 2017: Emily Bermudez, Lauren Foote, and Isabella Somera Two special awards were given to students who continually amaze us with their willingness to serve.

Kathleen Rattazzi’17 was recognized for serving the most hours out of any other individual in the school with five hundred forty-seven and a half. Isabella Somera’17 was honored with the Servant Leadership Award. This award is given to one senior whose service efforts made

Mrs. Sarah Shutrop, director of campus ministry, and Rebecca Nadler’19, who received recognition for Exceptional Service to the Hungry.

Emily Bermudez’17, Lauren Foote’17, and Isabella Somera’17 show their Spirit of Service awards.

her a leader in the IHA community, and whose leadership transformed the culture of the school. Isabella was given the award for her devotion to building the Praise choir program and for completely transforming the liturgical experience at IHA.

Students and their families enjoy the Service Awards Reception. Back row, left to right, are Nicole Gysin’20, Joanne Semelsberger’20, and Tess Szydlik’18. Front row, left to right, are Julia Jureidini’18, Danielle Claros’18, and Eun (Sylvia) Kang’18.

“In order to be an institution that works to empower young women to embody the Gospel, we must help them understand the importance of also being women who take care of others and who serve those living on the margins,” Mrs. Sarah Shutrop, director of campus ministry, said. “Recognizing the amazing service done by our girls during the school year in this type of ceremony helps other students to see that it is possible. They can aspire to grow as servant leaders just like their peers.”

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Katherine Evans’18 Receives Molly Offer Memorial Scholarship

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atherine Evans’18 was this year’s recipient of the Molly Offer Memorial Scholarship Award.

Every year at the Spring Arts Festival, a student is honored with this award, established by her family to honor their daughter and sister, Mary Ellen Claire Offer. The youngest IHA alumna of five sisters, Molly was a member of the Class of 2006 and passed away on April 6, 2008.

It is the intent of the Offer Family that the award is presented to a student who exemplifies the qualities so loved in Molly: a student who loves art and design; has a deep love for family; and is willing to share compassion, spiritual values, and a love of life with everyone she meets.

Katherine is an active member of the National Art Honor Society, of which she is president for the upcoming school year. She also continues to participate in stage crew. Katherine is the daughter of Jessica Napolitan Evans’90, sister of Ashley Evans’15, and niece of Danielle Napolitan Taubman’93. In college, she plans to major in secondary education with focuses in art and theology.

“I want to become an art teacher so that I can inspire others and help them to find a voice through their art,” she said. “Through art, I have gained many things, such as confidence and a work ethic that has helped me in many areas of my life, and I want to be able to bring that to others.”

Katherine Evans’18, the 2017 recipient of the Molly Offer Memorial Scholarship Award

Traveling Plaid Reunions

On June 22, 2017, more than twenty IHA alumnae joined together at Cadillac Cantina for the third Hoboken Traveling Plaid reunion. Back row, left to right, are Caitlin Zungoli’11, Christine George’03, Kathleen DiCiancia Powers’65, Reenie Nayden’06, Kelly Gatta Bakker’06, Mariel DiBiase’06, Lourdes Silva Sinkovitz’75, Irene McLaughlin Nayden’75, Meghan Scarry’09, Caitlin Scarry’06, and Beth DiCiancia Garrigan’76, director of alumnae relations. Front row, left to right, are Michele Verrone Manning’88, Carol DiCiancia Kaufmann’81, Karen Markey Platt’89, Rita Markey’86, Ashley Poon’06, Toni Kaufmann’08, Lee Anne Hagel’06, Danielle Garrigan’06, Diana Orrico’04, Jane Mahoney Ubriaco’09, and Shemayne Williams, faculty member.

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Quarter Four Soaring Eagle Awards

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he Soaring Eagle Award is presented quarterly by Jason Schlereth, principal, to students who demonstrate excellence and work to the best of their ability in a particular subject. After being nominated by a teacher, the Quarter Four Soaring Eagle Award recipients were recognized at a special presentation and reception on June 2, 2017.

Mrs. Maria Daly-Valls and Tinamarie Dadic’19

Standing, left to right, are Kayla George’20 (English), nominated by Miss Mackin; Tinamarie Dadic’19 (World Language), nominated by Mrs. Daly-Valls; Myra Chaudhry’19 (Science), nominated by Mr. Opremcak; Mary Hughes’18 (Social Studies), nominated by Miss Kunnapas; Meghan McGuire’20 (Technology), nominated by Mrs. Nudelman; Isabella Sabino’20 (The Arts), nominated by Ms. LaForgia; and Caroline Freeburn’20 (Religious Studies), nominated by Mrs. Szydlik. Seated, left to right, are Elizabeth Croci’20 (Mathematics), nominated

by Mrs. Cellini; Jazmin Bender’18 (Communications), nominated by Ms. Shaheen; and Kaguya Okawa-O’Connell’18 (Physical Education), nominated by Ms. Just.

Two Board Members Complete Service

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e send our heartfelt thanks to Mr. Raymond Kunz P’92, ’94, GP’20, ’21 and Mr. Arthur Vrola P’94, ’99 for their many years of service on the Immaculate Heart Academy Consultative Board. Both Ray and Art have been members since the Board’s inception in 2009 and have reached the end of their terms. We thank them for their willingness to always give of their time and talent, and for their unyielding dedication to Immaculate Heart Academy.

Valerie Gradel Keenan’76, IHA Consultative Board chair; Raymond Kunz; Arthur Vrola; and Patricia Molloy, president.

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2017 Honors Convocation Recognizing Dedication and Achievement

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ur annual Honors Convocation celebrates the hard work and perseverance of Immaculate Heart Academy freshmen, sophomores, and juniors who have achieved a high level of academic success. Certificates were distributed to forty-one students who made Distinguished Honors by earning averages of 95% or better, and to two hundred nine students who made Honors by earning averages of 90% or better.

Riley DeRosa’18 receives the Regis College Book Award from Jason Schlereth, principal.

Additionally, the following book awards were distributed at this year’s Honors Convocation: The St. Michael’s College Book Award for Academic Achievement with a Social Conscience—Miranda Perez’18

Alexandra Daugherty’19 and Emily Primavera’19 smile with their certificates of honor.

Congratulations to the following freshman students who were inducted into the St. Brigid Society for achieving Distinguished Honors for at least two of the last three marking periods: Loretta Borghi’20 Elizabeth Croci’20 Vanessa Geerlof ’20 Yoona Kim’20 Hannah Mia Lauricella’20 Isabella Osorio’20 Alexa Pallokat’20 Samantha Prussak’20 Catherine Thomas’20

The George Washington University School of Engineering and Applied Science—Heather Farrell’18 The University of Rochester’s Frederick Douglas and Susan B. Anthony Award— Tess Szydlik’18

The Springfield College Book Award— Madeleine Fogarty’18 The Regis College Book Award— Riley DeRosa’18 The St. Lawrence University Book Award—Marissa Amen’18 The Denison University Book Award— Neha Wadhwana’18

The University of Rochester’s Bausch and Lomb Honorary Science Award— Kelsey Agnew’18

The Sage College’s Student Sage Scholar Award—Dana Padilla’18 and Catherine Petretti’18

The University of Rochester’s Xerox Award—Emma Hammer’18

The New College of Florida Book Award—Julia Bertussi’18

The University of Rochester’s George Eastman Young Leaders Award— Adrianna Oliver’18

The Promising Young Scientist Award— Rebecca Nadler’18

The Fairfield University Book Award— Emily Bommer’18 The Mount Holyoke College Book Award—Eilis McLaughlin’18 The Saint Anselm College Book Award— Morgan Honor’18 The Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute Medalist Award— Cassandra Mitsinikos’18

The Jefferson Book Award from the University of Virginia—Megan Rice’18 The Le Moyne College Heights Award— Kate Della Pietra’18 The Stonehill College Book Award— Caroline DePhillips’18 The Bryn Mawr College Book Award— Maeve Kelly’18 The Elmira College Key Award— Emily Koehne’18

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New Faculty For 2017–18

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e are happy to introduce six new faculty members to the Immaculate Heart Academy community for the 201718 academic year. Please join us in welcoming Mrs. Megan Moser (B.A., Marywood University; M.A., Caldwell University) and Mrs. Carolyn Sapontzis (B.A., Stonehill College; M.A., Fordham University) to our English staff. Dr. Ryan Brennan (B.S., Fordham University;

Ph.D., Rutgers University) will be joining the Science Department and Ms. Jennifer Pagano’13 (B.S., Franciscan University of Steubenville) will be teaching Mathematics. Mrs. Jacklyn Kruk (B.S., M.B.A., Gannon University) will be teaching within the Music and Religious Studies departments, and Ms. Julia Clinton (B.A., Ramapo College; M.A., New York University) will be joining the Social Studies team.

Additionally, two faculty members are taking on new roles at IHA. Former English Department chairperson, Mrs. Jo-Ellen DeSanta, will now be acting as the assistant principal of academics and instruction. Mr. Paul McGinnis, a former member of the Social Studies Department, will now be a counselor in our Guidance Department. Both Jo-Ellen and Paul bring many years of experience to their new positions, and we look forward to their leadership as they assume these new roles.

Quarter Four Distinguished Scholars Congratulations to the following students who have been named Distinguished Scholars by earning an average of 95 or better for the fourth quarter in the 2016-17 academic year.

Freshmen Logan Applin Loretta Borghi Julianna Carrozza Alexia Cole Elizabeth Croci Caitlynn Czuj Isabella DeCurtis Stephanie Doyle Olivia DuBois Briana Erik Kaitlynn Genovese Isabella Gorsd Hannah Gurney Angeline Jacob Niamh Keegan Yoona Kim Meghan McGuire Grace Mendolia

Amanda Molloy Jana Mucci Jessica O’Neill Gabrielle Peko Samantha Prussak Joanna Rajkowski Sophia Ruggier Devyn Ruiz Kang Hyun Ryu Ava Sciubba Gabriela Skinner Catherine Thomas Sophomores Isabelle Arevalo Emily Ash Julia Barbieri Victoria Bertussi Jaclyn Bozzetti

Kaitlyn Brown Courtney Caccamo Myra Chaudhry Casey Conniff Katrina Fett Regina Garvey Bernadette Goratowski Kirstin McGeary Jenna Morgantini Rebecca Nadler Grace O’Neill Olivia Pavin Alessandra Priolo Julia Rinaldi Alessia Ruggiero Alexandra Stadler Charlotte Stanton Emma Taff

Juniors Kelsey Agnew Chelsea Amarena Marissa Amen Kathryn Costello Kate Della Pietra Celina Esposito Heather Farrell Emma Hammer Morgan Honor Maeve Kelly Cassandra Mitsinikos Mary Moskowitz Dana Isabelle Padilla Sophia Paladino Fiona Ralph Megan Rice Theresa Szydlik Neha Wadhwana Kaela Wong

Seniors Kimberly Caccamo Caitlin Campbell Fiona Duffin Catherine Implicito Angelina Maleska Fiona McNulty Kelly Murphy Brittany Polizzi Lily Polster Christian Rasnake Kathryn Rice Julianna Shrekgast Gabrielle Tornatore Cara Valencia

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his fall, Immaculate Heart Academy will proudly present Into the Woods as our 2017 musical. Blending timeless fairytales and Disney classics, Into the Woods tells the story of The Baker and his wife, who wish to have a child; Cinderella, who yearns to go to the King’s festival; and Jack, who wishes his cow would produce milk. When the Baker and his wife journey into the woods to reverse a curse placed on them by an evil witch, they come across Little Red; the Wolf; the witch’s daughter, Rapunzel; and a princess, who all have wishes of their own. Just when it seems everyone’s wishes have been granted, Jack’s beanstalk brings them a visit from an angry giant. Our favorite characters must come together to

save each other and their kingdom. Five performances of Into the Woods will be held on November 11 at 7:30 p.m., November 12 at 2 p.m., November 17 and 18 at 7:30 p.m., and November 19 at 2 p.m.

The show is produced by Lucille Franco Conzo’79 and directed by Jodi Capeless. The choreographer is Kimberly Galberaith, the musical director is Ed Ginter, and the set and lighting designer is Ryan Bell. The cast and crew are made of up our talented IHA girls and students from area boys’ schools.

Audience members are invited to a Cast Meet & Greet after both matinee performances of Into the

Woods. Additionally, IHA students are encouraged to bring their grandparents to our special Grandparents’ Day matinee on November 12, 2017, where they can enjoy refreshments at intermission and take advantage of reduced ticket prices. Please contact Beth DiCiancia Garrigan’76 with questions regarding Grandparents’ Day at bgarrigan@ihanj.com. For more information on IHA’s production of Into the Woods and to purchase tickets, please visit www.ihanj.com.

Class of 1967 Reunion Weekend 2017 to Celebrate 50 Years E

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he 50th Anniversary Reunion Celebration for the Class of 1967 will take place on October 28 and 29, 2017.

Class of 1967 alumnae, please join your classmates during the weekend’s events: Reunion Luncheon at Rockleigh Country Club October 28, 2017 12-4 p.m.

Mass/Brunch in IHA’s Sisters’ Chapel October 29, 2017 10:30 a.m.

For more information, please contact class representative, Nancy McGuire Sheffler, at nancy.sheffler@gmail.com.

very year, our Reunion Weekend events prove to be the perfect opportunity for alumnae of all ages to reunite and reminisce.

This year, we celebrate the anniversary classes of: 1972, 1977, 1982, 1987, 1992, 1997, 2002, 2007, and 2012.

IHA alumnae, save the date now for the following events:

Friday, November 3: 7 p.m. Sip ‘n Paint Saturday, November 4: 10 a.m. 5K Run/Walk/Crawl Saturday, November 4: 7 p.m. Cocktail Reception by Market Basket, with DJ and Photo Booth Sunday, November 5: 10:30 a.m. Mass in IHA Sisters’ Chapel with Brunch by The Brownstone immediately following To register for Reunion Weekend events, visit www.ihanj.com. Questions?

Contact Beth DiCiancia Garrigan’76, director of alumnae relations and special events, at bgarrigan@ihanj.com or 201.445.6800, ext. 182.

Reunion Weekend 2016 attendees enjoy the photo booth!

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End-of-the-Year and Retirement Celebration Farewell to Rosemary Fuhrman

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n June 14, 2017, the faculty and staff of Immaculate Heart Academy gathered to celebrate another successful year. At the end-of-theyear reception, held at Ramsey Golf and Country Club, we recognized those who have given numerous years of service to IHA. Congratulations to Mrs. Jo-Ellen DeSanta, English Department chairperson; Mrs. Lori Cellini, mathematics teacher; and Mrs. Rosa Bravo, maintenance staff member, who have all worked at IHA for ten years. Mrs. Kitty Kelly, Guidance Department secretary, was recognized for her twenty-five impressive years of service and Ms. Lynn Gansley, religious studies teacher, has devoted thirty amazing years to Immaculate Heart.

Special recognition was given to Ms. Rosemary Fuhrman, assistant principal of academics and instruction, this year’s only retiree. Ms. Fuhrman has worked in many roles at IHA—from a computer, business, accounting, and economics teacher to the Business Department chairperson and

the internal Middle States coordinator.

She completed her twenty-one years at IHA as an outstanding member of the administrative team. The dedication she has shown to our school must run in the family. Her two daughters, MaryElizabeth Fuhrman Wren’01 and Lisa Fuhrman’05, are IHA alumnae, and her sister, Elizabeth Walenczyk, is a past Consultative Board member.

Ms. Fuhrman’s two decades of commitment and hard work will not soon be forgotten. She said she is grateful to have worked with administrators and faculty members who possess such a high level of professionalism. “These are some of the best teachers anywhere and they are always looking for new and different ways to help students learn,” she said. “I have truly made many lifelong friendships here.”

Susan Adamo, science teacher, presents Rosemary Fuhrman, assistant principal, a retirement gift from her colleagues and friends.

Elizabeth Walenczyk, past Consultative Board member; Rosemary Fuhrman, assistant principal and retiree; Lisa Fuhrman’05; and Mary-Elizabeth Fuhrman Wren’01

Susan Adamo shares many nice thoughts and memories of her time at IHA working with Rosemary Fuhrman.

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Introducing the IHA Networking Program

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HA Alumnae Relations, in collaboration with the IHA Guidance Department and fellow alumnae, are in the midst of developing a Career Networking Program. The project will pair experienced alumnae in

their field of expertise with alumnae seeking internships, jobs, mentoring opportunities, or career changes.

We are asking that anyone interested in being a part of this new endeavor to please contact Beth DiCiancia

Garrigan’76, director of alumnae relations, at bgarrigan@ihanj.com or Ellen Donoghue’76, guidance counselor, at edonoghue@ihanj.com.

Details will be forthcoming.

Service through Science Applied Engineering Students Print Adaptive Device

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embers of IHA’s Applied Engineering Club have combined their knowledge of 3-D printing with their passion for helping others. This spring, the club members reached out to campers at Camp Acorn in Allendale, a not-forprofit that serves children and adults with disabilities. The IHA students inquired as to how they could assist campers with adaptive devices printed on the school’s 3-D printers.

to Kyle. He was thrilled to receive the amazing tool designed and created by our very own IHA inventors. “This will increase his abilities to help at Camp Acorn,” Emily said. “Now he will be able to learn how to complete other tasks.

Kaitlyn and I hope that this project shows girls that STEM can be applied to whatever you are passionate about, even community service!”

Club members met Kyle Demarest, a young man who used to be a camper and now works at Camp Acorn. He was having a difficult time consistently tri-folding a sheet of paper to fit into an envelope.

Our students designed and 3-D printed a device to assist Kyle in making the perfect paper crease in a timely manner. Kyle tested out a prototype this spring and club members then made a few last adjustments to adapt it to his needs.

On May 31, 2017, Emily Koehne’18, Kaitlyn Brown’19, and Applied Engineering club moderator and teacher, Mrs. Alice Nudelman, delivered the final version of the paper-folding device

Mrs. Alice Nudelman, Kaitlyn Brown’19, and Emily Koehne’18 deliver the 3-D printed tri-folding device to Kyle Demarest at Camp Acorn.

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Heather Farrell’18 Named 2016-17 Governor’s STEM Scholar

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o be named a member of the 2016-17 class of the Governor’s STEM Scholars is no small feat, and Heather Farrell’18 discovered that first-hand. When she was accepted to the program her sophomore year, Heather was thrilled to be one of seventy-two students chosen from nearly four hundred applicants throughout the state.

The Governor’s STEM Scholars program, offered by the Research & Development Council of New Jersey, brings together a diverse group of high school and post-secondary student leaders who are interested in pursuing a STEMrelated major and career. Over the past school year, Heather was introduced to everything New Jersey has to offer across all sectors of STEM—from academia to industry to government. She attended four conferences that covered a wide array of topics such as STEM in government, paleontology, and networking with other STEM experts. Throughout the year, Heather and her team worked on a special research project studying the effects of methamphetamines on the

blood brain barrier. Her group presented the findings to a panel of judges at the Governor’s STEM Scholars graduation on May 6, 2017.

“It was a great experience and I feel extremely lucky to have been a Governor’s STEM Scholar,” Heather reflected. “It has exposed me to all the STEM opportunities around the state and has introduced me to many STEM professionals.”

Heather, a STEM student at IHA since her freshman year, is also a member of the Junior Academy of Sciences, part of the New York Academy of Sciences.

Through this program, she works on research projects by collaborating online with people all over the world. For her first project, Heather partnered with people from Italy, Egypt, and the United Kingdom to monitor radioactivity in the water and its effect on biodiversity.

For her second challenge, she worked with individuals from Israel, India, Hong Kong, Thailand, and Nigeria to create an Integrated Ebola Survivor Tracking System.

Tony Cicatiello, president of the Research & Development Council of New Jersey, and Heather Farrell’18, 2016-17 Governor’s STEM Scholar

Ms. Geraldine Boland, Heather’s guidance counselor and IHA’s director of guidance, has no doubt she will be successful in whatever STEM field she chooses to pursue. “Heather is a highly motivated young woman who takes every opportunity available to further her education,” Ms. Boland said. “She is outgoing, enthusiastic, and a strong leader who is always more than willing to share her knowledge. Heather is one of those rare young women that you know is destined for great things!”

Lauren Rhein’09 Named Coach of the Year

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mmaculate Heart Academy Golf coach, Lauren Rhein’09, was recently named New Jersey Girls Golf State Coach of the Year for 2017. Under her leadership, the team made program history this season,

going 12-0 in dual matches and winning its first-ever North Jersey, Section 1 Tournament title. Congratulations to our incredible alumna and coach. We are proud to call you a Blue Eagle!

Lauren Rhein’09 (back row, center) with the 2017 IHA Golf Team

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IHA Students Shine on Stage as True Steel Magnolias

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mmaculate Heart Academy presented Steel Magnolias as this year’s spring drama. Congratulations on a job well done by cast members, Jenna Clover’20 as Shelby Eatenton-Latcherie, Jacqueline Feinberg’18 as Ouiser Boudreaux, Raquel

Fiscella’20 as Truvy Jones, Morgan Honor’18 as Clairee Belcher, Maeve Kelly’18 as Clairee Belcher, Hannah Lynch’19 as Annelle Dupuy-Desoto, Eilis McLaughlin’18 as Ouiser Boudreaux, and Allison Sandt’20 as M’Lynn Eatenton.

Jacqueline Feinberg’18, Morgan Honor’18, Hannah Lynch’19, Raquel Fiscella’20, Allison Sandt’20, and Jenna Clover’20 take a final bow after their incredible performance in Steel Magnolias.

The show was directed by Ms. Maureen McNulty, English and performing arts teacher, and produced by the Theatre Arts class and the International Thespian Society. Ms. McNulty chose the show for its theme of “enduring strength and eternal support that exists within any group of female friends. I think this play helps mimic some of the strong bonds I see forming at IHA every day,” she said.

“The women in this play, and the young women who portray them, are certainly steel magnolias: beautiful on the outside and strong as steel on the inside.”

Thank you to assistant director, Lauren Foote’17; production assistant, Nicole Shanahan’17; hair and makeup assistant, Emma Simmons’18; and production team members, Bryn Bogan’19, Olivia D’Onofrio’19, Amanda Dibre’19, Jane DiLauro’19, Anna Gaul’18, Samantha Gonnello’19, Victoria Gutierrez’19, Elizabeth Kownacki’18, and Shannon Quiles’19. The IHA Theater Arts program blew audiences away once again!

IHA Dancer Makes Headlines

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ong-time dancer, Sarah McLoughlin’18, was awarded the impressive title of “Miss Headliner” at the Headliners Dance Competition on March 26, 2017. Sarah qualified for the award by competing her contemporary solo and placing in the top five dancers. The judges then chose a “Miss Headliner” based on whom they thought would best represent the Headliners company.

Sarah has been a member of IHA’s Varsity Dance Team for the past two years. She has danced since she was three years old and was a student for twelve years at Anita Ehrler’s Dance Extensions in Park Ridge. “When I found out I won, I was exhilarated!” Sarah said. “It was an honor that such a prestigious panel of judges chose me out of so many other talented and beautiful dancers.”

Sarah McLoughlin’18 performs at the Headliners Dance Competition.

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his spring, elementary school artists from the local area were given the opportunity to exhibit their work at Immaculate Heart. One hundred fortyseven students from twelve schools were represented at the 2017 Art@theheart exhibition and competition. The young artists were not only able to participate in a regional exhibition, but they also gained exposure to IHA’s flourishing arts program.

At a special reception on May 9, 2017, Mrs. Lisa Encke, director of the arts, welcomed the exhibiting artists and their families by stressing the importance of art in education. “Elliot Eisner, a leader in art education, once said, ‘Art is literacy of the heart,’” she said. “Visual art represents a powerful resource for mental and physical wellbeing. An education that does not include art is incomplete—not only because art is fun, creative, or helps children express themselves, but because overall it is necessary for students’ success.”

Members of our National Art Honor Society curated the exhibition and served as judges to recognize three students from each grade level. First place winners were invited to attend an art workshop of their choice at our Summer@theheart program. Thank you to all of the participating schools:

Congratulations to our Art@theheart winners: Fifth Grade Third Place: Brianna Daley, Sacred Heart School Second Place: Juliet Gelineau, St. Joseph School First Place: Rose Martin, Our Lady of Mercy Academy

Seventh Grade Third Place: Christopher Eftychion, Academy of St. Paul Second Place: Natalie Ix, St. Joseph School First Place: Grace Abreu, Our Lady of Mercy Academy

Sixth Grade Third Place: Thomas Coyle, St. Peter Academy Second Place: Isabella DeBari, Our Lady of Mercy Academy First Place: Lauren Grae, Academy of Our Lady

Eighth Grade Third Place: Mavi Ligaya, Good Shepherd Academy Second Place: Katelyn Park, St. Peter Academy First Place: Amanda Potenza, Academy of St. Paul

Students from St. Catherine of Siena pose alongside their artwork.

Academy of Our Lady Academy of St. Paul Academy of St. Therese Good Shepherd Academy Our Lady of Mercy Academy Sacred Heart School St. Elizabeth School St. Catherine of Siena St. Joseph School St. Margaret School St. Peter Academy Suffern Middle School Valley Middle School Westwood Jr. Sr. High School St. Joseph School in Oradell has quite a few talented artists!

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scene Below: Katherine Shahin’17, Giavanna Tabbachino’17, Megan Brockmeier’17, and Ariana Ibelli’17 enjoy the Senior BBQ together.

Around IHA

Right: On May 15, 2017, Jill Neggia’17 officially signed to The College of New Jersey to compete on the cross country and track & field teams.

Below: A Parent Volunteer Reception was held on May 22, 2017 to thank the many parents who dedicate their time and service to IHA. From left to right are senior parents, Cheryll Dearborn P’17, Kerri Stroka P’17, Jennifer Ginsburg P’17, Mark Anderson P’17, Aileen and Kevin Carroll P’17, Rosemary Slattery Wetzelberger’80 and Bob Wetzelberger P’11, ’13, ’15, ’17, and Maryann and Chris Nelson P’15, ’17.

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Katie Jones’17, Julianna Zeepvat’17, Reagan Jones’17, Sonia Sharma’17, and Caroline Ventor’17 have a blast at this year’s Junior/Senior Luncheon.

Elizabeth Rattazzi’19 was one of forty-two new members inducted into the National Art Honor Society this year. Additionally, fifteen new students were inducted into Tri-M and twelve into the International Thespian Society.

Left: Gabriella DePinho’17 and Reagan Stroka’17 give a powerful performance at the Senior Talent Show.

Above: Back row, Valeria Oshepkova’17 and Lily Polster’17, and front row, Maggie Mahoney’17 and Olivia Priolo’17, dance the night away at Senior Prom.

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The 2017 IHA Varsity Softball Team

Caroline Ventor’17, Reese Guevarra’17, and Allison Dudek’17

Softball

It was another amazing season for IHA Softball, as the team finished with a 30-4 record. After clinching the top spot in the Big North United League, Immaculate Heart continued on to the NJSIAA State Tournament. The team defeated Mount Saint Dominic Academy in the semifinals and Donovan Catholic in the finals to capture its twelfth state title—the most in state history! The third straight Non-Public A state title secured a spot for IHA to participate in the first Softball Tournament of Champions.

The team had a bye for the first round, and then beat Group 1 State Champion, Cedar Grove, to earn a spot in the finals.

After an intense extra innings game against Non-Public B State Champion, Immaculate Conception High School, IHA Softball made history by being crowned the first-ever Tournament of Champions victor with a 5-4 win. The freshman team completed its season with a 5-6 record, and the J.V. team with a record of 8-5.

Big North All-League Honors First-Team Reese Guevarra’17, Reagan Jones’17, Sonia Sharma’17, Olivia Sprofera’17, Catherine Thomas’20, and Ryleigh White’20 Second-Team Allison Dudek’17, Kylie Carr’18, and Mia Recenello’19 Honorable Mention Caroline Ventor’17

BCWCA All-County Honors First-Team Reese Guevarra’17 and Olivia Sprofera’17 Second-Team Reagan Jones’17 and Ryleigh White’20

The Record All-North Jersey Honors Number One Team First-Team Reese Guevarra’17 and Olivia Sprofera’17 Second-Team Reagan Jones’17

The Record Pitcher of the Year Olivia Sprofera’17

The Record Female Athlete of the Week Reese Guevarra’17

The Star-Ledger All-Non-Public Honors First-Team Reese Guevarra’17, Sonia Sharma’17, and Olivia Sprofera’17 Second-Team Reagan Jones’17 and Ryleigh White’20 Third-Team Allison Dudek’17

The Star-Ledger All-State Honors First-Team Reese Guevarra’20 Second-Team Olivia Sprofera’17 Third-Team Reagan Jones’17

The Star-Ledger Team of the Year

News 12 Varsity Number One Team

News 12 Varsity 2017 All-New Jersey Softball Player of the Year Reese Guevarra’17

News 12 Varsity All-New Jersey Honors First-Team Reese Guevarra’17 and Olivia Sprofera’17

Honorable Mention Allison Dudek’17, Reagan Jones’17, Sonia Sharma’17, and Ryleigh White’20

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Big North All-League Honors First-Team Regina Garvey’19, Charlotte Stanton’19, and Yoona Kim’20

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Second-Team Paige Durante’19 and Olivia Costello’20

Golf

With the improvement of a solid returning core and the addition of a strong freshman class, IHA Golf finished with a record of 14-0. The team captured the Big North Tournament, the Bergen County Tournament, and its first North Jersey State Sectional Tournament titles.

The golf team finished in sixth place in the NJSIAA Tournament of Champions and ended the season ranked fourth in the state. Congratulations to Yoona Kim’20, who qualified for the USGA Girls Junior Championship for the second straight year. This tournament features the top one hundred fifty girl junior golfers in the world! To end the season on the highest note, IHA Golf was selected Team of the Year by The Record.

Honorable Mention Kelly Conheeney’17

BCWCA All-County Honors First-Team Regina Garvey’19 and Yoona Kim’20 Regina Garvey’19 Yoona Kim’20

The 2017 IHA Varsity Lacrosse Team

Stars and Stripes All-League Honors First-Team Diana DeVita’17 and Kathryn Rice’17 Second-Team Reagan Bossolina’17 and Mia Magarro’17 Honorable Mention Alexandra Edmonds’20

BCWCA All-County Honors First-Team Reagan Bossolina’17, Diana DeVita’17, and Kathryn Rice’17 Second-Team Mia Magarro’17 Honorable Mention Taylor Wiener’17

Second-Team Charlotte Stanton’19

The Record All-North Jersey Honors First-Team Regina Garvey’19 and Yoona Kim’20

The Star-Ledger All-State Honors First-Team Yoona Kim’20

The Star-Ledger Coach of the Year Lauren Rhein’09

Taylor Wiener’17

Senior All Star Game Reagan Bossolina’17, Diana DeVita’17, Mia Magarro’17, and Kathryn Rice’17

The Record All-North Jersey Honors First-Team Reagan Bossolina’17 and Diana DeVita’17 Second-Team Alexandra Edmonds’20

The Star-Ledger All-Group Honors Second-Team Kathryn Rice’17 Third-Team Diana DeVita’17

Lacrosse

IHA Lacrosse had another successful season, finishing with a record of 11-8 after playing some of the best teams in the state. For the second time in program history, the team made it to the Group Three Sectional finals. IHA Lacrosse cracked into the NJ.com Top 20 by midseason and ended up ranking seventeenth in the state. A team that only had three returning starters surprised many!

Kathryn Rice’17 finished her career with a program record of four hundred twenty-six career saves, and Reagan Bossolina’17 finished with the program record for groundballs with seventy. The junior varsity team completed its season with a record of 3-6-1.

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The 2017 IHA Spring Track and Field Team

Spring Track and Field

The Spring Track and Field team produced another great season, going 3-0 in dual meets and tying for the League Championship. The team also won the County Relay Championship and County Championship for the second consecutive season, and placed fourth at the Non-Public A North Sectional Meet.

Fiona Ralph’18 reached the IHA all-time Top Ten list in four events. She won the County Group and Sectional titles in the 800 meters, and also placed third at the state meet. Christian Rasnake’17 won a Sectional title in the 100 meters, and placed third at the state meet.

Nicole Gysin’20

Giavanna Tabbachino’17, Megan Brockmeier’17, and Victoria Sheldon’18

Big North All-League Honors First-Team Christian Rasnake’17, Mary Hughes’18, Fiona Ralph’18, Victoria Sheldon’18, and Gabriella Raia’19 Second-Team Megan Brockmeier’17, Jenna Nelson’18, Colette Petric’18, Olivia Tavani’18, and Arealyah Paul’19

BCWCA All-County Honors Second-Team Megan Brockmeier’17, Jill Neggia’17, Christian Rasnake’17, Fiona Ralph’18, and Victoria Sheldon’18 Third-Team Fiona Ralph’18

The Record All-North Jersey Honors First-Team Christian Rasnake’17 Second-Team Megan Brockmeier’17, Jill Neggia’17, Fiona Ralph’18, and Victoria Sheldon’18

The Star-Ledger All-Non-Public Honors Second-Team Christian Rasnake’17 Third-Team Megan Brockmeier’17, Jill Neggia’17, Fiona Ralph’18, and Victoria Sheldon’18

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notes Laura Coti Garrett, a member of IHA’s Consultative Board, was selected as New Jersey Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics’ 2017 Carolyn Sebastianelli Distinguished Member. This award honors a person who has been a role model, demonstrating commitment to the nutritional needs of the community, leadership, mentoring, service to others, and professionalism and high ethical standards in practice.

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Wilma-Maria Conway writes, “I am celebrating five years being ovarian cancer free. I am a retired nurse and celebrating life at the beach.” Willie still has two IHA awards and her Class of 1978 pin. “One was for being the sacristan for our school masses,” she said. “The second was for library aide. I used to help Sister put books away. A third award I received was being voted ‘Most Likely to be Canonized.’ We still laugh about that today.”

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Willie’s IHA awards and Class of 1978 pin

Artist Serena Bocchino’s collection of lyrical abstraction paintings and installations have been showcased all over the world. She has represented the United States in China, delivering a speech on behalf of American artists, and she is currently exhibiting her work in San Francisco. In 2018, Serena will hold an exhibition at San Francisco’s Museo Italo Americano. Her first monograph, “Serena Bocchino the Artist,” was published in 2015, and she is beginning the sixth film documentary about her work. Expanding her brand into fashion, Serena recently launched a unique art-driven clothing line, available at The Red Toad Boutique in Far Hills.

Shannon Courtney Daubaras and her husband, Marcus, welcomed their daughter, Hannah Joan Daubaras, on February 9, 2017.

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Kathryn Rice Maceri and her husband, Carmine, welcomed their son, Carmine William Maceri, on May 3, 2017 at The Valley Hospital. “He joined his big sister, three-year-old Bryanna Maria, to complete our family. We are over-themoon in love with him,” Kathryn writes.

Kathryn is currently a stay-at-home mom, raising their two children. “We hope our daughter, Bryanna, will be able to join the IHA Class of 2032 in her future.”

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Michelle Freiberger Flaim; her husband, Joe; and big brother, five-yearold Joshua, welcomed little sister, Olivia Elizabeth, on June 13, 2017. Olivia was 8 lbs, 7 oz and 19 1/2 inches. The family lives on Long Island and is doing well.

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Olivia Elizabeth Flaim

Collete Baills was selected as the 20162017 NJSCA Counselor of the County for Hunterdon County. She is presently a school counselor at J.P. Case Middle School in Flemington. School counselors are nominated by their colleagues and selected by their own county’s School Counselor Associations for this award.

Vanessa Cutler writes, “I currently live in Chicago, Illinois where I am a resident physician in the Department of Psychiatry at Rush University Medical Center. I attended Rush for medical school after completing my Master in Public Health and Master in the Fine Arts degrees at University of Miami. Nearly two years

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ago, I co-founded a mental health tech startup, emotilink, with one of my friends. We are launching on the app store this summer!”

Lauren Quirolgico and Ian Rygiel, both graduates of Seton Hall University with B.A. degrees and New School University with M.A. degrees, recently became engaged.

Lauren is a marketing analyst in New York City and her groom-to-be is the director of a day habilitation program for adults with autism. A September wedding is planned.

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Maria DeCarlo Weiler and her husband, Jeff, welcomed their second daughter, Sofia Marie Weiler, on January 13, 2017. Her big sister, Maddie, loves her to pieces!

Congratulations to Angelica Otiepka, who passed her North American Veterinary Licensing Exam and graduated from The Ohio State University College of Veterinary Medicine in May 2017.

Angelica will be practicing in Paramus.

Sonia Galarraga Kiernan and her husband, John, a commercial music composer and guitarist, recently opened up a music school, The Piano Workshop at Bergen County, in Ridgewood. The couple offers lessons in a multitude of instruments and has developed a technology lab to make learning fun, interactive, and creatively inspirational. The Piano Workshop is the only New Jersey dealer of the Czech piano company, Petrof Pianos.

“My days at IHA gave me the courage to accomplish my dreams and confidently move forward in life,” Sonia writes.

After graduating from University of Villanova with a B.S. degree in nursing, Brittany Kearns accepted her first job as a registered nurse at Children’s Hospital of New Jersey at Newark Beth Israel Medical Center. She loved her time there and felt she gained great experience. Brittany recently accepted a position as a pediatric intensive care nurse at Hackensack University Medical Center.

Linda Puntasecca Van Leeuwen and her husband, Craig, welcomed their daughter, Julia Rose Van Leeuwen, on February 18, 2017. Julia already has her plaid kilt ready to be a member of IHA’s Class of 2035!

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Caitlin Carroll Knappenberger writes, “My husband, Chris, and I welcomed our first child on May 31, 2017—a healthy baby boy named Warren James Knappenberger. Both Warren and I are doing awesome!”

After graduating from IHA, Meghan Fischer received a degree in marketing/business administration from St. Joseph’s University in Philadelphia. She writes, “Last September, after a magical proposal in Walt Disney World, I became engaged to Adam Khalil. Adam is from Rochester, New York and a graduate of Seton Hall University Law School.” The couple wed this August in Lambertville, New Jersey. Meghan’s best friend and IHA classmate, Michelle Cogelia Gorman’04, stood by her side as maid of honor.

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Kelley McKee, a member of the Brown University Class of 2013, was accepted into the M.B.A. program at the Yale School of Management. Kelley currently works as an assistant vice president in research at Morgan Stanley. She has held roles in the alternative investments group at Morgan Stanley and previously worked at a hedge fund.

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Elizabeth Barry graduated with a master’s degree in social work from The Catholic University of America. She writes, “I spent the past year conducting more than six hundred forty hours of field work with the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops on their Anti-Human Trafficking Program, working for immigration, social service, and legal relief for foreign national survivors. In August, I will be moving to Nashville for a year of service with the Jesuit Volunteer Corps where I will be working with newly arrived refugees.”

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Allison Ayers graduated Parsons The New School for Design in 2016 with a bachelor’s degree in business administration. She writes, “While going to school, I was working full time at Valentino on 5th Avenue in sales, growing my resume for corporate marketing/public relations post-college.

One year later, I am now the assistant manager in public relations and special events at Bloomingdale’s for all national stores, working out of the corporate public relations office in New York City. Throughout college, I was able to adapt my fine arts background into digital graphic design, which I now exercise at work on a daily basis. I was lucky enough to have incredible mentors and teachers that encouraged me to follow through with art after high school, but I never knew that it would lead me to having a sustainable career.”

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Margaret Montovano writes, “Since graduating magna cum laude from the College of the Holy Cross in May 2016 with a bachelor’s degree in biology, I have spent the past year working part time as a medical assistant and traveling. I am excited to begin a new chapter in my life this August, as I enter my first year of medical school at Rutgers New Jersey Medical School in Newark.”

Esther Kim writes, “I’m currently at Fort Hood, Texas, serving as a tank platoon leader responsible for four tanks, fifteen soldiers, and more than forty million dollars worth of equipment. I graduated from the first gender-integrated Armor Basic Officer Leaders Course; they recently opened up combat arms to females. I’ve had mostly positive interactions with people on gender integration into the combat arms branches. For those who are skeptical, I’ve proven myself to where they said they would trust me in combat. I want to thank IHA for empowering me to do things I didn’t think I could do.”

Taylor Gedeon, majoring in environmental studies at Siena College, was recently recognized for her outstanding academic achievement with The Environmental Science, B.A., Major Field Award.

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Kayla Scoccola graduated from Fordham University, Rose Hill with a double major in political science and Spanish language and literature. She now attends Hofstra Law School on a scholarship.

Miyako Ascolese graduated magna cum laude from Ithaca College with a B.S. degree in speech-language pathology and audiology. This August, she began graduate studies at The George Washington University for speechlanguage pathology as she pursues becoming a certified clinician.

Jacqueline Galichon recently graduated from Boston University Questrom School of Business with concentrations in finance and accounting and a minor in economics.

She moved to Boston in July to start at Wellington Management in its Launch Research Associate Program.

Ashley Addvensky graduated from Saint Joseph’s University in Philadelphia on May 20, 2017. She majored in food marketing and minored in French. She writes, “During my time at St. Joe’s, I was involved in the weekly service program, as well as the food marketing association.

I also had the chance to study abroad for a semester in Rome. I spent two summers interning in the food industry, one in food retail and the other in food manufacturing.

This summer, I will be relocating to New Hampshire to start a full time job with the Hannaford Brothers Company, a New England-based supermarket company. I will be working along three other recent college graduates in its Retail Management Training program. My goal is to work my way up to a career in buying or category management.”

Gabriela Samin recently graduated from Seton Hall University with a B.S. degree in education and a certification to teach K-6 and special education. She graduated magna cum laude and is a member of the education honor society, Kappa Delta Pi, Xi Gamma chapter. Gabriela will continue to pursue a M.S. degree in speechlanguage pathology at the Seton Hall University School of Health and Medical Sciences. Gabriela works the front desk in a chiropractic and physical therapy clinic in Jersey City, where she plans to work throughout graduate school.

Sara Tibbetts is in her fifth year at Rochester Institute of Technology Kate Gleason College of Engineering. She will graduate in May 2018 with a double degree—a Bachelor of Science degree in computer engineering and a Bachelor of Science degree in geographic information systems. Sara is vice president of operations for Delta Phi Epsilon, a sorority on campus, and she competes on the RIT equestrian team. Sara is presently on a coop assignment at EagleView Technologies as a software development engineer.

Suzanne Mistretta writes, “I completed a Bachelor of Science degree from Providence College with a health policy and management major and math minor.

I have accepted a position at Columbia University Medical Center as a regulatory coordinator at the Herbert Irving Comprehensive Cancer Center.”

Nicole Sciarra writes, “I graduated from Stonehill College with a Bachelor of Science degree in business marketing this May. I accepted a job offer from Dell, where I will be working in the Dell EMC office as a marketing development associate in Hopkinton, Massachusetts.

I will be partaking in its two-year undergraduate marketing development program. The program is rotational, where I will be taking two rotations, a year each, in different roles within the marketing department. I will also be working part time for Victoria Gourmet, a small spice company in Woburn, Massachusetts as the lead coordinator in the marketing intern program working remotely.”

Jessica Lamb writes, “On May 20, 2017, I graduated from DeSales University with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree. I have accepted a nursing job at Holy Name Medical Center in Teaneck in the postsurgical unit. At DeSales, I played college soccer and worked in the counseling center as a peer advisor, where I worked with students who were struggling with different aspects of college and life. This led me to writing a keynote presentation on mental health entitled ‘The Hidden Injury.’ I was asked to give this keynote twice at DeSales to the college students, and have been invited back to speak again to high school students. I am very excited to finally be a nurse and hope to touch as many lives as I can. I thank and credit IHA so much for forming me into a hard working and compassionate woman.

I do not know who I would be without my four years at IHA.” Caroline Morano writes, “I feel like it was just yesterday that I was at IHA. I one hundred percent believe IHA set me up for a great college experience and has prepared me well for life beyond. I am also still best friends with five other IHA graduates, and keep in touch with countless others. I have just graduated College of the Holy Cross and plan on attending the University of Delaware this fall to begin a Ph.D. in education, focusing on developmental and educational psychology.”

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Zohna Jones graduated from William Paterson University with a 3.8 GPA for the final semester and cum laude honors at graduation. She majored in finance with a minor in economics and will be attending Fordham University to pursue a master’s degree in economics.

Zohna has been working at the Township of Teaneck Recreation Department as an administrative assistant to the superintendent and the office manager for the past four years. She writes, “I look back fondly on the years I spent at IHA and can truly attest to the fact that I was totally prepared for college. All the training I received in my four years there helped me know how to navigate my studies with minimal challenges. I also look forward to staying connected and proudly profess being an IHA alumna.”

Haley McNamara graduated cum laude from Babson College. She accepted a job with Gartner as an account manager and is moving to Fort Myers, Florida for the job opportunity.

Annalise Caviasco graduated from Fordham University summa cum laude with honorable mention in French studies after completing a double major in psychology and French studies. In the last four years, she has volunteered at Columbia University Medical Center in the Memory Disorders clinic and Mood and Personality Disorders clinic.

She studied abroad in Aix-en-Provence last spring; served as a student leader in Retreat Ministry; went on a servicelearning program to Bethel, Alaska; was inducted to the Phi Beta Kappa Honor Society; and performed with the women’s choir. Annalise recently published a poem in French and English in the literary magazine at Fordham, Bricolage. She’ll be spending her first years of post-graduate life living in the Bronx and working at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, aiding with research in melanoma.

Nicolette Ceccon writes, “I recently graduated from Villanova University with a B.S. degree in comprehensive science and a psychology minor. I am working as a medical assistant for a craniofacial plastic surgeon at the CimiSurgical Center, and applying to graduate school to become a physician’s assistant.”

Danielle Chalet graduated from Rutgers Business School with a double major in marketing and supply chain management.

She works as an associate buyer within Bed Bath and Beyond’s corporate headquarters. “IHA has prepared me for everything that I have faced in and outside of college,” Danielle said. “I am so lucky to say that I am an alumna. The values I learned at IHA are carried within my heart every day!”

Cara Minichetti presently attends Columbia University College of Dental Medicine. She loves living in New York City, close to family and friends from IHA. Gabriella Nutile writes, “As a recent graduate from Sacred Heart University, I made sure to make the most of my time there. I completed my four years as a track and field student-athlete, a residential success assistant, held the position of copy editor for our school’s newspaper, and was awarded the Silver Medal of Excellence in Media Arts for graduation. As for the summer, I spent it as an advertising and public relations intern at SGW, a marketing communications firm. I will also be going back to Sacred Heart to attain my master’s degree in communications.”

Michelle Cruz received the Providence College Jane Thompson Award, which is presented to the senior studentathlete who “personifies all that is good about being a student-athlete at Providence College and exhibits selflessness, dedication, loyalty, courage, and perseverance.” Michelle finished her career as one of the best players to go through the Providence College volleyball program. In the 2016 season, she recorded the second most digs in a single season with five hundred fiftyeight. She also established the program’s all-time record for digs in a career with two thousand twenty-five and is tied for second all-time in sets played with four hundred fifty-four.

Melissa Donofrio graduated cum laude from Montclair State University. She has made dean’s list for the past four years.

Melissa took IHA’s “Hollywood Buzz” to the collegiate level, and has covered

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red carpets ranging from film premieres to film festivals. She has interviewed Stephen Colbert, Michael Fassbender, an Academy Award® winning director, and many others.

Shaye Wisse was one of twenty-one students inducted into Beta Gamma Sigma, an honor society for collegiate schools of business, at Susquehanna University. Membership in this group is the highest recognition a student can receive in a program accredited by AACSB International.

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Karina Wojnar, majoring in student design at Siena College, was inducted into the National Society of Leadership & Success. Students are selected by their college for membership based on either academic standing or leadership potential. Candidacy is a nationally recognized achievement of honorable distinction.

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Brianna McCabe was named to the dean’s honors list at the UCLA for the winter 2017 quarter.

Melissa Beale made the president’s list at Florida State University for the spring semester. She is majoring in business with a minor in biology. Melissa hopes to pursue a career in the sports industry, specifically in Major League Baseball.

Mackenzie Robertson made dean’s list at Montclair State University for the second semester with a GPA of 3.76.

Lexi Scala writes, “I currently attend Rutgers University for packaging engineering, where I made the School of Engineering’s dean’s list for the spring semester with a 3.8 GPA. I was also named to the Society of Women Engineers (SWE) event planning committee, where I will be a representative for SWE’s career fair in the fall, the largest student-run career fair at Rutgers.”

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Your prayers are requested for the following members of the Immaculate Heart Academy community who recently passed away:

Pamela Russell Pizanie, Class of 1977, sister of Madelyn Russell Doran’66 and Irene Russell Gary’76, died on June 22, 2017.

Robert Wells, brother of Catherine Wells Dorney’69, died on August 11, 2016.

Irene Malone, mother of Irene Malone Duhaime’65 and grandmother of Erin Irene Luther’03, died on November 3, 2016.

Emma Smith, mother of Georgine Smith Novak’71, Kathleen Smith Burel’74, and Charlene Smith’75, died on December 29, 2016.

John Wells, father of Catherine Wells Dorney’69, died on January 2, 2017.

Mary Irene Gallagher, mother of Kathleen Gallagher Peters’71, died on January 28, 2017.

Mildred Robinson, mother of Susan Robinson King’65, Patricia Robinson Michaels’66, and Joanne Robinson Fargo’73, and grandmother of Amy Michaels Smith’92, died on March 30, 2017.

Christopher Drzala, father of Annette Drzala’85, died on April 2, 2017.

Robert Kratchman, father of Loretta Kratchman Tuit’79 and Nancy Kratchman White’80, died on April 6, 2017.

Julia Mienhardt, grandmother of Cindy Zimorowicz’91 and Lisa Badalamenti’97, died on April 6, 2017.

Paul Szydlik, father-in-law of Elizabeth Mueller Szydlik’84, faculty member, and grandfather of Margaret Szydlik’13 and Theresa Szydlik’18, died on April 7, 2017.

Edward Klein, father of Bernadette Klein Colonna’96, died on April 20, 2017.

Paul Huot, father of Claire Huot Mandel’84, died on April 24, 2017.

Ann Bernardi, mother of Philip Bernardi, communications teacher, and mother-in-law of Carol Pillori Bernardi’82, died on May 10, 2017.

Michael Noone, brother of Mrs. Alice Rogers, assistant principal, and uncle of Meaghan Rogers’07, Kristen Rogers’09, and Caroline Rogers’13, died on May 13, 2017.

Rosemary Donoghue, mother of Rosemary Donoghue Bohlin’70; Bernadette Donoghue’75; Ellen Donoghue’76, guidance counselor; and Diane Donoghue’79; grandmother of Ann Marie Bohlin Briggs’98, Laura Bohlin’00, Mary Kate Bohlin Morgan’02, Therese Bohlin’06, and Christine Bohlin’13; and mother-in-law of Colleen Ryan Donoghue’71, died on May 18, 2017.

Sr. Elizabeth Ann Galvin, CSJP, former faculty member, died on May 25, 2017.

Robert Francis Kenney, father of Sue Kenney, English teacher, died on June 15, 2017.

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Open Houses Will you be a member of IHA’s Class of 2022?

If you are a young woman searching for a school known for its academic excellence, athletic competition, and creative expression grounded in traditional Catholic values, Immaculate Heart Academy is the place for you. Students from five different counties in New Jersey and New York presently call IHA their second home, and we

would love for you to join them. The sisterhood formed at IHA is incomparable, and the memories made here last a lifetime— just ask the more than ten thousand graduates who have graced our halls. Come decide if you belong @theheart by attending one or both of our Fall Open Houses:

Sunday, October 15, 2017

Thursday, November 2, 2017

11 a.m. through 2 p.m.

6:30 through 8:30 p.m.

What to Expect • Take a tour with our knowledgeable and friendly

student Eagle Ambassadors, who will guide you through the state-of-the-art building and campus.

• Meet teachers, administrators, directors, students, and coaches—all of whom are essential members of the IHA family.

• Learn about the admissions process, including the new High School Placement Test (HSPT).

• Ask questions about curriculum, financial aid, transportation, and much more.

How to Apply • Take the newly introduced High School Placement

Test (HSPT) on November 10, 2017.

• Complete IHA’s online application on

www.ihanj.com by December 1, 2017.

• Have trascripts from sixth through eighth grade

sent to IHA by December 15, 2017.

Online registration is requested for our Open Houses.Walk-ins are also welcome.

For more information, please contact Ms. Alexis Fatigati’07, director of admissions, at 201.445.6800, ext. 112 or afatigati@ihanj.com.

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Blue Eagle Open 11 a.m. registration and lunch, followed by 1 p.m. shotgun start.

Forest Hill Field Club, Bloomfield Premier Sponsors: Hackensack Meridian Health and Block, O’Toole, & Murphy. Featuring a Hole-in-One chance to win $15,000! Golfers can also compete against our very own IHA Golf Team members for the longest drive and closest to the pin.

Open House 6:30-8:30 p.m.

Can’t make it to our Sunday Open House?

Register online to join us for this ​special weeknight opportunity.

Fashion Show Doors open at 10:30 a.m. for a basket preview and brunch hors d’oeuvres at The Estate at Florentine Gardens, River Vale.

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IHA Musical: Into the Woods

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Blue Eagle Athletics Beefsteak

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11 a.m.-2 p.m.

Register online for our first fall Open House.

Meet faculty and staff, tour the building, and ask questions of our student Eagle Ambassadors.

Friday and Saturday, November 11 & 12, 2017 Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, November 17-19, 2017 Matinee and evening performances will be held in the IHA Patricia Sollitto Performing Arts Center.

6:30 p.m. IHA Gymnasium Celebrate our Blue Eagle athletes with a delicious beefsteak dinner catered by The Brownstone.