Welcome to The Mary Louis Academy’s
Honoring S. Clara Santoro CSJ S. Joan Petito CSJ S. Kathleen McKinney CSJ Saturday, January 27, 2024
The Board of Members of the Sisters of St. Joseph Sister Teresa Fitzgerald CSJ—President Sister Elizabeth Hill CSJ—Councillor Sister Maria Pascuzzi CSJ—Councillor Sister Phyllis Esposito CSJ—Councillor Sister Karen Burke CSJ—Councillor Sister Eileen Kelly CSJ—Treasurer Sister Thomasine Stagnitta CSJ—Secretary
Trustees of The Mary Louis Academy Dr. Ariana Ali Andriichuk ‘11 Ms. Marlynne Bidos ‘01 Mrs. Diane Guarascio Biolsi ‘83 Ms. Grace Bonilla ‘93 Ms. Katherine Chan ‘04 Mr. Mark Codd P ‘11, 13 & ‘15 Ms. Roxanne De La Torre ‘05 Ms. Priscilla Olivo Dujardin ‘89 Ms. Maureen Henry ‘76 Ms. Erin Lynch Reyes ‘97 Mr. Patrick Mahon S. Patricia Mahoney CSJ Ms. Julie Donnarumma O'Connell ‘92 Ms. Kailee Scales ‘93 Ms. Nicole Smith Charest ‘04 Mr. John Waldron P ‘98 & ‘05
THE ADMINISTRATORS OF THE MARY LOUIS ACADEMY PRINCIPALS Sister Mary Angelica Clarkin CSJ, Ph.D.
Sister Mary Immaculata Muldoon CSJ
1936—1946
1969—1971
Sister Augustine Maria Early CSJ, Ph.D.
Sister Angela Mullen CSJ
1946—1952
1971—1977
Sister Mary Borgia Franklin CSJ
Sister Clara Santoro CSJ
1952—1961
1977—1986
Sister Anna Letitia Meade CSJ
Sister Joan Petito CSJ
1961—1967
1986—1997
Sister Virginia Therese Callahan CSJ
Sister Kathleen McKinney CSJ, Ed.D H ’18
1967—1969
1997—2018
Mrs. Ann O’Hagan-Cordes ‘84 P ‘11 2018-present
ASSISTANT PRINCIPALS Sister Miriam Fidelis Gately CSJ
Sister Filippa Luciano CSJ ‘54
1940-1968
1986—2015
Sister Thomas Winifred Everett CSJ
Sister Eileen Gildea CSJ
1967—1971
1987—2010
Sister Valerie Scholl CSJ ‘55
Mrs. Ann O’Hagan-Cordes ‘84 P ‘11
1972—1977
2010—2018
Sister Lucille L’Episcopo CSJ ‘51
Mrs. Jean Mauro
1976—1988
2018—present
Sister Joan Petito CSJ
Mr. Joseph Lewinger P ‘23
1980—1986
2018—2020
Faculty of The Mary Louis Academy PRINCIPAL
PHYSICAL EDUCATION
ADMINISTRATIVE SECRETARIES
Ann O’Hagan-Cordes ‘84 P ‘11
Mrs. Christina Falsone
Mrs. Bernadette Gorman P ‘07
Mrs. Ruthcelis Morales-Flores—Chair
Sister Lorraine O’Neill CSJ
Mrs. Sylwia Schober P ‘27
Mrs. Mary Pedote P ‘19
ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL
Jean Mauro RELIGIOUS STUDIES
ATHLETIC ADMINISTRATION
ENGLISH
Mrs. Kellie Alberici Correira ‘09
Mr. Bill Gandolfi P ‘17—Assistant Athletic Director
Mrs. Laura Matelsky Antzoulis ‘09
Mr. Kieran Larkin
Mr. William Rabold—Athletic Director
Mr. Joseph Brennan—Chair
Ms. Elizabeth Meittinis—Campus Minister
Mr. Thomas Cordero
Ms. Alison Pepe
OFFICE OF MARKETING & RECRUITMENT
Kathleen Dreyer
Mrs. Laura Rodgers—Chair
Mrs. Ellen Lynch Ferguson ‘04
Mrs. Christina Cordes Lynch ‘11
Mrs. Josephine Russo P ‘16
Dr. Patrice Woehling
FINANCIAL OFFICE
SCIENCE
Mrs. Karen Dolan P ‘08—Finance Associate
FINE ARTS
Mrs. Farah Abidi
Mrs. Maria Finocchio—Director of Finance
Mrs. Vanessa Ryan Gecewicz ‘94 P ’22
Mrs. Welita Chua P ‘96
Mrs. Kathleen Lynch
Mrs. Margaret Borhi Corrado ‘99
Mrs. Sarah Pettitt
Ms. Anne Forde
Mr. Brian Siemers—Chair
Dr. Sheila Murphy
GUIDANCE
Mrs. Martha Seitz Rezin ‘72—Chair Mr. Richard Titone
Ms. KellyAnn Hassett—College Counselor
GENERAL OFFICE
Mrs. Josephine Bonanno P ‘19—Manager Mrs. Christine Slattery P ‘24—Staff MAINTENANCE STAFF
Mr. Walter Felicia Mr. Dameon Gordon
Ms. Lisa Mendolia
SOCIAL STUDIES
Mrs. Heather O’Connor
Mr. James Blaney
Ms. Stephenie Rogers
Ms. Loriann Murphy ‘89—Chair
Ms. Christina Sama—School Psychologist
Mr. Kevin O’Hagan P ‘23
MEDICAL OFFICE
Ms. Juliana Santiago ‘10—Chair
Mrs. Sara Olsen
Ms. Judy Blieka, RN ‘82 P ‘24
Mrs. Joanne Steavenson P ‘26 —College Counselor Asst.
Mrs. Alison Postel
Mrs. Maria Venturino
Ms. Ellie Siwicki
Mr. Howard Holness—Plant Manager Mr. Keith Stanford
OFFICE OF ACADEMY ADVANCEMENT
Ms. Heather Belon—Assistant LIBRARY
TECHNOLOGY
Mr. Sean Belon—Director
Sister Joan Petito CSJ
Mr. Ryan Owens
Ms. Elizabeth McGlinchey ‘03—Assistant Director
Mrs. Marie Whelan—Chair
Sister Grace Avila Seckendorf CSJ SPORTS MEDICAL STAFF
MATHEMATICS
WORLD LANGUAGES
Dr. Fokiom Avgerinos—Sports Medical Coordinator
Ms. Ellen Geis
Mrs. Jane DeTorre
Ms. Aja Campbell ‘04—Strength & Conditioning Coach
Mr. Kevin Kempski
Dr. Ermione Kambouris
Mrs. Jennifer Murillo P ‘25
Mrs. Efrosini Liotopoulos P ‘17 & ‘20
Mrs. Diane O’Connell
Ms. Rita Piro ‘77—Chair
Mr. William Rabold
Ms. Brigida Seoane ‘91
Mrs. Marianne Vaccaro Samothrakis ‘76 P ’01 Mrs. Grace West
DIRECTOR OF INFORMATION SYSTEMS
Mrs. Erin DiLorenzo
TRANSPORTATION
Ms. Doreen Graw Mr. Fiorenzo Gulla
Sister Angelica Clarkin CSJ, Ph.D. On September 14, 1936, a tall, bespectacled Sister of St. Joseph descended the curved staircase in the former Rose Crest Mansion and opened double french doors leading to a brick paved veranda upon which stood 15 young women in ill-fitting, brand new maroon dresses and shiny new saddle shoes. We imagine that she drew herself up to her full height and gazed upon these expectant, no doubt nervous, young faces and welcomed them to their very first day of high school…the very first day in fact of a brand new school. That Sister of St. Joseph was Sister Mary Angelica Clarkin, founding Principal of that brand new school…The Mary Louis Academy. This school was named in memory of Reverend Mother Mary Louis, who had led her community of women religious, the Sisters of St. Joseph, for over 40 years. Mother Mary Louis accomplished almost herculean tasks over the course of four decades. The school that would bear her name was to be a place like no other…a place of unbridled ambition…limitless empowerment… and far reaching impact. A unique place of opportunity. Sister Mary Angelica was born Mary Rosina Clarkin in Manhattan. She attended local public schools there until her parents enrolled their bright, talented young daughter in the prestigious Academy of St. Joseph – then located in the Town of Flushing. Mary Rosina had an inquisitive and receptive mind and a drive to succeed; assets that helped her to thrive. During her time at St. Joseph’s, Mary Rosina was introduced to two of the future stalwarts in her life…a young classmate named Genevieve Early, who became her closest friend…and the community of the Sisters of St. Joseph, who became her extended family.
Upon graduating from St. Joseph’s, Mary Rosina enrolled at the New York Training School for Teachers and earned her teaching certification. Mary Rosina embarked upon a career in education, teaching in the NYC public school system. This was considered quite an audacious act for a young, unmarried woman in 1905. Mary Rosina was a natural born educator and her students responded to her enthusiasm in like measure. However, Mary Rosina felt an undeniable call to more. In 1906 Mary Rosina Clarkin answered that call and entered the Congregation of St. Joseph, the community that had educated her, at their new home in Brentwood. Mary Rosina was given the religious name of Sister Mary Angelica. One year later, Sister Angelica’s best friend from school, Genevieve, joined her in Brentwood…being given the religious name of Sister Augustine Maria. Sister Angelica and Sister Augustine were both assigned to teach at their alma mater, the Academy of St. Joseph, in the magnificent new home Mother Mary Louis had constructed… the very building where we all find ourselves this evening. After three years at ASJ, Sister Angelica and Sister Augustine were both assigned to teach at St. Angela Hall Academy and then St. James Academy in Brooklyn. Shortly after their move to Brooklyn, Reverend Mother Mary Louis made the decision to send both Sister Angelica and Sister Augustine to earn their BA and MA degrees at St. John’s College (today’s St. John’s University.) Upon completion of their graduate studies, both Sisters were assigned to join the pioneering faculty of Mother Mary Louis’s most ambitious dream yet, the new St. Joseph’s College in Brooklyn (today’s St. Joseph’s University). Sister Angelica’s gifts as a teacher were rooted in her high sense of personal responsibility to spur her students to the pursuit of excellence. Sister Angelica spared no effort in developing leadership and deep conscientiousness in the
young women entrusted to her care. Her classes in Mathematics, Science and History were considered legendary for their lively discussions and enduring impact. During these years Sister Angelica and Sister Augustine were both selected by Mother Mary Louis to enroll in the doctoral program at Fordham University. In 1921 Sister Mary Angelica and Sister Augustine Maria together became two of the first Sisters to be awarded their Ph.D.’s from Fordham. Sister Angelica’s doctoral studies were in Mathematics, as well as Latin. After receiving her doctorate, Sister Angelica continued to advance her education with studies at Adelphi College, St. Francis College, Brooklyn College, the Catholic University of America, and Columbia University. In 1931, Sister Angelica was assigned to teach the Senior Class at St. Francis Xavier Academy in Brooklyn, a position she held for the next 5 years. In 1936, at the height of the Great Depression, Sister Angelica was selected for a most challenging and inspiring new task…to become Principal of a new school, the late Mother Mary Louis’ last incredible project, a college preparatory school for young women, to be built on a hilltop in Jamaica, Queens. This school was to be the culmination of Mother Mary Louis’s tireless work and awe-inspiring achievements. A school that not only prepared young women to attend college, but also encouraged, nay required, them to learn subjects previously only offered to young men. Sister Angelica brought her remarkable intellect, dedication to excellence and her favorite theme “the sacrament of the present moment”, to bear in crafting an advanced curriculum, grounded in faith, and engineered to empower each young woman who would climb to the top of that (very steep!) hill in Queens. Sister Angelica’s tireless work and determination paid off with the creation of one of the premier college preparatory schools in the nation. Sister Angelica’s vision saw The Mary Louis Academy shatter many glass ceilings…from establishing the first lab for world languages in NYC to becoming the first high school in NYC to offer Physics for young women, all the way to 1950 when one of “Angelica’s Alums” walked through the doors of Harvard Law School, and
turned it co-ed. An unparalleled legacy had been born, one for which we are all grateful. In 1946 the time had come for Sister Angelica to move on from TMLA. Sister Angelica had been assigned to serve as Directress of her alma mater, the Academy of St. Joseph in Brentwood. But who would succeed her as Principal of the new academy she had dedicated so much of herself to building? The answer was clear…her best friend, Sister Augustine Maria. With TMLA in very capable hands Sister Angelica settled into her final role, here in this very building. In 1956 Sister Angelica retired after a truly remarkable career as an educator; one that spanned more than half a century. In 1961 Sister Augustine also retired and joined Sister Angelica here at St. Joseph’s Convent, the place where they became Sisters of St. Joseph together so many years before. A few months later, Sister Angelica passed away peacefully in her sleep…with Sister Augustine following her just 12 hours later. These lifelong best friends and daughters of Joseph would not be parted by time or eternity. They shared a Mass of Christian Burial and sleep side by side in Calvary Cemetery, just a short distance from us this evening. The Mary Louis Academy Family owes a tremendous debt of gratitude to Sister Mary Angelica Clarkin for braving so many new frontiers, surmounting countless obstacles, and charting a course for generations of women who have, quite literally, changed the world…Sister Angelica’s legacy of leadership burns strong today in each and every alum of The Mary Louis Academy, there can be no better tribute than that. Sister Angelica…thank you.
Sister Clara Santoro CSJ In 1977 this evening’s first honoree came to The Mary Louis Academy as Principal after having served in the same capacity at our sister school in Brooklyn, St. Angela Hall Academy. Sister Clara’s leadership skills and boundless energy transferred seamlessly over to her work at TMLA. Having spearheaded the introduction of Individualized Instruction at St. Angela Hall, Sister Clara was able to immediately set to work perfecting it at TMLA for the benefit of students and teachers alike. Sister Clara brought enthusiasm to her position and a dedication to keeping Mary Louis at the forefront of education. This dedication to advancement included the planning and execution of construction on the first addition to TMLA in over 20 years….our much beloved Art Cottage! Sister Clara transformed a small building on campus, once used as a Kindergarten and a laundry, into the beautiful space that over 40 years of TMLA artists have called home. The new construction also added a working kiln which allowed pottery to be added to the fine arts curriculum. You may not be aware but Sister Clara herself is an extremely gifted potter! Sister Clara’s tenure as Principal saw many more advancements and changes at TMLA, including our first accreditation by the Middle States Association, creation of the school Chapel, introduction of additional advanced college courses to our academic program, a truly innovative Renaissance Faire and the further integration of Resource Centers. In 1985 Sister Clara exhibited remarkable foresight and vision in establishing TMLA’s first Development Office. This allowed TMLA to engage in alumnae outreach and fundraising long before many other schools had thought to do so…an asset which serves us very well to this day! A year later, Sister Clara presided over the celebration of TMLA’s 50th anniversary, leading a series of events (including burial of a time capsule on the senior lawn!) to mark half a century of excellence in education for young women.
However, 1986 was not all celebration at TMLA. We sadly learned that our leader was leaving us…even if for a very good reason. A woman of Sister Clara’s remarkable abilities and drive does not go unnoticed and she had been elected President of the Sisters of St. Joseph, the congregation of women religious who have done so much for each and every one of us in this room tonight. In her new role Sister Clara led the Sisters of St. Joseph forward into a new world of technology and social awareness, positioning the community remarkably well for the needs of the times and those to come. Sister Clara’s many years in education; from teaching Biology and Chemistry at Sacred Heart and St. Brendan’s to chairing the Department of Science at Bishop Kearney and ultimately leading St. Angela Hall and TMLA forward into the future, were a clear indication of her commitment to empowering women and girls through education and belief in themselves. This commitment was readily apparent in Sister Clara’s creation of the Ministry Office and the biannual CSJ Schools Convocations. These community events are engineered to bring together the administrations, faculties and staff of all our CSJ schools in a sharing of methods, ideas and ways in which we each live the mission. Since the conclusion of her term in office as President, Sister Clara has remained incredibly active in the community’s technological and ecological advancements, working tirelessly to have this beautiful campus (the work of Mother Mary Louis herself) added to the National Registry of Historic Landmarks, and, until her recent move, as a much beloved presence on TMLA’s campus. Sister Clara, from the artists, engineers, educators, environmentalists and all those women who have seized their dreams, because of you….we thank you. We are incredibly grateful for your remarkable vision, a vision that helped position TMLA for such a strong future. Fidem Servavi!
Sister Joan Petito CSJ Sister Joan Petito came to The Mary Louis Academy in 1980 to serve as Assistant Principal. Much like Sister Clara, Sister Joan came to TMLA after having served as Principal (and Assistant Principal) of St. Angela Hall Academy in Brooklyn. Upon her arrival at TMLA Sister Joan joined the administrative team of Sister Clara and Sister Lucille L’Episcopo in lending her brilliance and dedicated work ethic to every facet of life at Mary Louis. One of the earliest projects Sister Joan worked on was TMLA’s first Middle States Accreditation, which was just as demanding if not more so than it is today. When the Middle States Commission recommended that TMLA should find space to create a chapel for students within the school building, Sister Joan set to work turning recommendation into reality. With her renowned calm demeanor and steady management TMLA’s Chapel took shape in the Wing Building space originally constructed as a Board Room. However, this peaceful place of prayer and reflection was going to carry quit the price tag! Costs for construction and purchase of the necessary furnishings came to over $20,000 (equal to more than $60,000 today!) Sister Joan put all of her powers of persuasion to work and raised the required funds in less than 2 weeks’ time! When in 1986 Sister Clara left TMLA for her position on the Leadership Team, Sister Joan was promoted to Principal of The Mary Louis Academy. During Sister Joan’s time as Principal, TMLA thrived. As the 1980’s turned to the 1990’s more and more lay faculty members were needed to staff The Mary Louis Academy. Sister Joan was diligent in her search for faculty members steeped in educational excellence, belief in the empowerment of young women and commitment to our mission. Many dedicated faculty members who are at TMLA today (and who are here tonight!) were hired by Sister Joan. TMLA took on an international view with Sister Joan’s introduction of the
Ronald S. Lauder Foundation Foreign Exchange Program. Through this program students from TMLA traveled to stay with families in Austria, Germany, Hungary and Spain while their counterparts from Europe traveled to America to attend TMLA. Sister Joan’s introduction of this program did much to broaden horizons for TMLA’s students, nurturing a lifelong world view of commonality and respect, as well as the growth of our Department of World Languages. In addition to expanding our students’ identities as global citizens, Sister Joan also introduced TMLA to an innovative program in Washington, DC where students from around the nation competed in a mock presidential election…and a TMLA student was elected President!! (We can get used to that idea!) In 1996 Sister Joan led TMLA in celebrating TMLA’s 60th anniversary celebrations. One of the highlights of the 60th anniversary was a generous alumna’s endowment of TMLA’s first named scholarship, in memory of Sister Dorothy Mercedes. The joy of celebrating such a wonderful milestone gave way to sadness when Sister Joan announced that, after 11 years as Principal and 6 years as Assistant Principal, she was moving on from TMLA for new opportunities. In the years after leaving TMLA, Sister Joan spent a sabbatical in California pursuing certification in Massage, the Art of Anointing, before she was elected a Regional Superior for the Sisters of St. Joseph. After her term in elected office came to a close Sister Joan’s next ministry was as Vicar of Maria Regina Residence, the skilled nursing and rehabilitation facility on the grounds of the Sisters’ motherhouse. In 2014 Sister Joan concluded her ministry at Maria Regina and as they say, all roads lead home, and Sister Joan joyfully returned to TMLA where she continues to serve as Assistant Librarian. Thank you Sister Joan for over 27 years of dedicated service to the students, faculty and staff of The Mary Louis Academy, we look forward to many more years together! Fidem Servavi.
Sister Kathleen McKinney CSJ Sister Kathleen McKinney first came to The Mary Louis Academy in 1971 as a Chemistry teacher. Fresh out of St. Joseph’s College, TMLA was Sister Kathleen’s first teaching position. We must have made a good impression because she went on to dedicate over 38 years of her ministry to the young women of TMLA. Sister Kathleen wore many hats during her time on TMLA’s faculty; teacher of Chemistry, Physics and Computer Science, Dean of the Class of 1976, Moderator of Student Council and Chair of the Department of Science…just to name a few. In 1988, Sister Kathleen left TMLA to take a new position as Assistant Principal at our sister school, Fontbonne Hall Academy in Brooklyn. Though we were sad to see her leave, we somehow knew she wouldn’t stay away for long! In 1997 Sister Kathleen returned to serve as the tenth principal of The Mary Louis Academy. For the next 21 years Sister Kathleen not only made herstory as our longest-serving principal, she also led TMLA into the 21st century with determination, an expectation of excellence and her famous mantra “nothing is too good for our girls.” Advancements at TMLA were many and varied during Sister Kathleen’s tenure,m; some of the particular highlights were the renovations of our science labs and auditorium, TMLA receiving two reaccreditations from the Middle States Association, celebrating TMLA’s 70th, 75th and 80th anniversaries, the dramatic enhancement of our college prep program, introduction of Diploma Designations and our Science Research program, as well as successfully leading our first Capital Campaign and creating TMLA’s
first endowment. Sister Kathleen’s tireless efforts saw TMLA consistently several strides ahead of the competition, with technology and educational pedagogy constantly evolving. Sister Kathleen’s innate intelligence, profound vision and absolute commitment saw TMLA enter a new millennium stronger than ever before and prepared for a future of continued achievment. In 2018 Sister Kathleen informed us that she was stepping down from her position as Principal of TMLA and devoting her energies more fully to her elected position on the Leadership Team of the Sisters of St. Joseph. In June of 2018, Sister Kathleen was officially created an honorary member of The Mary Louis Academy Class of 2018…at long last a dream was realized, Sister Kathleen was finally a TMLA alumna! Thank you, Sister Kathleen for giving so much of yourself to the students, alums, faculty and staff of The Mary Louis Academy. Your dedication, belief in the mission of TMLA, and willingness to take risks, and explore new frontiers resonates to this day. Because we knew you….we have been changed; For Good. Fidem Servavi!
The Seal of The Mary Louis Academy The official Seal of The Mary Louis Academy was designed by Sister Regina Celeste in 1937. The seal is designated with a cross for faith, a crown for Saint Louis the King and three lilies for the purity of St. Joseph and our Blessed Mother. These are enclosed by a scroll which represents life, and bears the Academy motto “Fidem Servavi.” The ends of the scroll are rolled, signifying the years that have been spent before coming to The Mary Louis Academy and the years that will come after graduation. The top of the seal bears the date 1936, the year the Academy was founded. Our school colors of blue and gold represent loyalty and love.
In memory of all the members of the Mary Louis family who have gone home to light the way for us: Alumnae, Administrators, Faculty, Staff, Friends, and Parents We thank you for the gift of your lives; most especially your wisdom, guidance, and love M A K E YO U R S E L F FAM I L IAR W I T H T HE A N G E L S A N D B E H O LD T H EM FR E QU E N T LY I N S P IR I T ; F O R W IT H O U T B EI N G SE EN , T H E Y AR E PR ES E N T WI T H YO U . ”
- S T . F R A NC I S D E S ALE S
Congratulations to our Sisters and this year’s Angelica Award recipients! Sister Clara Santoro CSJ Sister Joan Petito CSJ Sister Kathleen McKinney CSJ Thank you for your exceptional contributions to educating young women and your unwavering support to the TMLA family.
Our thanks to Grace Basile ‘90, owner of Amazin’ Events, for all her help and guidance in planning and executing our inaugural Angelica Awards!
amazinevents@outlook.com
Sister Kathleen McKinney CSJ Congratulations For Your Angelica Award And
In Thanksgiving For Your Contributions And Service To The Mary Louis Academy And
Most Importantly For Your Vocation As A Sister Of Saint Joseph
Our Prayers For You And All The Sisters Of Saint Joseph Living And In Heaven, Now And Forever. Amen!
Kevin & Eileen McDonough Parents of Anne McDonough Mather, D.V.M. ‘03
eartfelt congratulations and sincere acknowledgments are extended to: Sister Clara Santoro CSJ, M.S. Sister Joan Petito CSJ, M.A. and Sister Kathleen McKinney CSJ, Ed.D. for their dedicated and exemplary years of service at The Mary Louis Academy. heir unwavering commitment to excellence in leadership, empowerment, and mentoring has profoundly impacted numerous students. These remarkable women have guided and inspired countless gifted young individuals on their life journeys, fostering an environment of growth and achievement at TMLA. n recognition of their profound contributions, we express our deepest gratitude for the lasting legacy of positive influence they have created within the academic community.
Sincerest thank you from the family of Ashley Torrenti, TMLA 2016 alumna (Baruch & Macaulay Honors College 2022 graduate - Valedictorian Currently Attending College of Veterinary Medicine, University of Florida) Angela Ko-Torrenti (mother) Sidney Ko (brother) and family (Judy, Ellee & Langlee) Stanley Ko (brother) and family (Berty & Connor)
I Have Fought the Good Fight I Have Finished the Race I Have Kept the Faith In Memory of Judy Belon TMLA Family 1998 - 2022
Congratulations to The Mary Louis Academy’s Inaugural Angelica Award Recipients Sister Joan Petito CSJ, M.A. Sister Clara Santoro CSJ, M.S. Sister Kathleen McKinney CSJ, Ed.D. With gratitude for your dedicated service and extraordinary leadership Mary C. Hannon, Ed.D. ‘77
Congratulations and Best Wishes to
Sister Clara Santoro CSJ, M.S. Sister Joan Petito CSJ, M.A. Sister Kathleen McKinney CSJ, Ed.D. Thank you for your past leadership of The Mary Louis Academy. Your dedication and inspirational visions provided the foundation for the success the TMLA Community enjoys today.
The Waldron Family Kristin ’98 Deirdre ’05
With continued gratitude for my teachers, my counsels, my colleagues and friends The Sisters of St. Joseph
and special tribute to Sister Clara Santoro CSJ, M.S. Sister Joan Petito CSJ, M.A. Sister Kathleen McKinney CSJ, Ed.D. for their contributions to the perpetuation of The Mary Louis Academy tradition
Fidem Servavi Jacqueline Burdi, M.A., B.S. (Eltringham) TMLA Class of ‘71
The Mary Louis Academy Alumnae Association proudly congratulates Sister Clara Santoro CSJ Sister Joan Petito CSJ Sister Kathleen McKinney CSJ
Thank you for over 73 years of dedicated service to TMLA!
Congratulations, Sister Clara! With all our love, The Burke Family
The Board of Trustees is thankful for the many years of leadership and service provided by
S. Clara Santoro CSJ S. Joan Petito CSJ S. Kathleen McKinney CSJ to the graduates and staff of The Mary Louis Academy. Congratulations for your selection as the first recipients of the Angelica Awards.
God bless you today and always !
In Gratitude for the Lives and Legacies of Nora Eberhardt Quigley '46 19 2 8 - 2 02 3
and
Miriam Smith Vagt '46 19 3 0 - 2 02 4
We are Happy to Celebrate and Honor this Year’s Recipients of the Angelica Award
S. Clara Santoro CSJ S. Joan Petito CSJ and our Aunt, Sister Kathleen McKinney CSJ who is always there for us. Paul, Peter and Debbie, John, Kevin, Karyn and Frank, Paul Jr., Jillian, Frank Jr., Cara
Félicitations S. Kathleen!
Amities, Vos Amis de France 2019! Alanna, Rebecca, Sean, Mary, Amparo, Ann, Arliza, Joan, Elizabeth, Joy, Ann Marie, Liz, Marianne, Olga, Lizzie, Kathy, Maureen, Nancy, Paulette, & Pattiann
Congratulations to The Recipients of the Angelica Award Thank you for your leadership! The Student Council of The Mary Louis Academy President - Rebecca Reisig ‘24 Vice President - Naomi Goya ‘25 Secretary - Francesa Argenzio ‘25 Historian - Aileen Mitarotonda ‘26 Senior Class President - Sara Kurre ‘24 Junior Class President - Natalie Moran ‘25 Sophomore Class President - Maeve Grace ‘26 Freshwomen Class President - Kayla Aguirre ‘27
Congratulations to the recipients of the Angelica Award. This is another example of pride in carrying on the Mary Louis Academy tradition. With sincere admiration, Barbara Mackin Chalmers '66 IN LOVING MEMORY OF
MIRIAM “MIMSY” SMITH VAGT ‘46 1930 - 2024 Long-time President of the Alumnae Association
We are Proud to Celebrate & Honor This
Congratulations Sister Kathleen McKinney And thank you for your vision, leadership and dedication to the education of so many young women. Joan, Helen & Joan
Year's Recipients of the Angelica Awards
Our Sister and Aunt, S. Joan Petito CSJ S. Clara Santoro CSJ S. Kathleen McKinney CSJ, Ed.D. For Their Leadership, Dedication, and Service to TMLA
With Love & Blessings, Lucille, Carmel, Paula, Deborah, Joseph, Joan, & MaryJayne
In gratitude for your leadership in empowering young women.
Rosalie Duffy Crabbe '68 Alice Duffy Grant '59
Congratulations from the Acquista Family