Paw Print - Winter 2024

CONNECTING WITH THE PAST BUILDING FOR THE FUTURE

In MEMORIAM

THE MOST REVEREND MARIO E. DORSONVILLE

Fifth Bishop of the Diocese of Houma-Thibodaux

consultative Board

Kevin Ramirez Chair

Tanner Magee ‘98 Vice-Chair

Fr. Andre Melancon ’02 Chaplain

Walter “Corky” Arnette ’94

diocese of Houma-Thibodaux Schools

Dr. Mark Williams Superintendent

Gerrie Byrne ......................... Associate Superintendent

of Academic Excellence

administration

Jeremy Gueldner President

Ginny Medina-Hamilton‘91 ............................. Principal

Margaret "Tobi" Herzog-Flair ..... Dean of Student Life

Julie Pellegrin ............................... Dean of Academics

Angelique Barker ’79

James “J.J.” Buquet ‘84

Jason Dagate ‘99

Ann Meche ‘80

Louis “Bubba” Watkins ‘72

Gary Williams ‘08

Giving and Alumni Relations

Betsy Breerwood

Director of Major Events and Annual Giving

Doug Hamilton ’87

Director of Advancement and Alumni

To provide students with a holistic education that is rooted in religious values, structured through friendly discipline, nurtured by personal attention, and committed to academic excellence.

$7,185,961.16 Total

Administrative

Instructional

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part a result of donations directly to programs.

Operation/Maintenance

what V chs means to me

“I have so many reasons to share about what Vandebilt Catholic High School means to me. I appreciate the opportunity to attend the same high school as my father, two brothers, and sister. It’s a privilege learning from such amazing faculty, and a receiving a great education to help me grow a relationship with God. And, it’s an honor playing Vandebilt football, which has taught me what teamwork is all about.

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“I love Vandebilt Catholic High School and my school life. Every day I learn new things and enjoy time with all my friends. I also have learned a lot about my faith and my relationship with God. One thing I’m going to miss the most is Friday Night Lights. I respect all my coaches and teammates, and I love how the football games bring the Vandebilt community together.

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Cabot Cancienne class of 2024

Cooper Cancienneclass of 2024

message from the president

Dear Vandebilt Catholic Community,

As another calendar year begins, each of us will look towards the future and make grand plans for what the new year will hold. Vandebilt Catholic is no different. Our 150 plus years have taught us many things: the importance of our faith, the importance of our core mission and values, and the importance of our Terrier family. As we continue to reach out to alumni and former parents through reunions, socials, and tailgate parties we do so with an eye on the future and the hope that it brings. In the Spring of 2024, our long awaited interior repairs will begin! We are excited to build a bright new future for Vandebilt Catholic that is rooted in who we are, and who we have always been. Faith, Family, Excellence.

Ametur Cor Jesu,

Jeremy Gueldner

message from the principal

Dear Terrier Families,

This past summer I had the honor and privilege of visiting Lyon, France with several Partners in Mission from our Brothers of the Sacred Heart schools in this province. We studied and experienced the history of the Brothers’ Institute over the last 200 years from the perspective of teachers, staff, administrators, alumni, and of course, Brothers who have lived and worked in our schools. This opportunity to connect with the historical roots that are responsible for much of the formation of Vandebilt Catholic High School shed a clear light on the path to our future. We have a strong foundation on which we can continue to build a strong and holy sanctuary in our community.

Terriers Together,

We are so grateful to our leadership donors who make a transformative impact for VCHS students.

The VCHS Angels

From $100,000 to $1,000,000

Anonymous

The Kenneth Wood Family, LLC

The Brothers of the Sacred Heart Circle

From $50,000 to $99,999

Law Office of Edward J. Gaidry, Jr., LLC K&B Industries

The Marianite Circle

From $25,000 to $49,999 Watkins Family Medicine, LLC

Father Vandebilt Society

From $10,000 to $24,999

The John and Clara Brady Family Foundation

Mr. Michael Bergeron '86

Anonymous

Ms. Hilda Kornegay

Sangisetty Charitable Foundation, Inc.

Brother Alfred Society

From $5,000 to $9,999

Mr. Mark '82 and Mrs. Tanya Delaune '86

SONOCO Wholesale Grocers

Mr. and Mrs. Mark Welch

Mr. and Mrs. Kenneth Wood, Sr.

annual gi V ing

Gifts dated 7/1/22 through 6/30/23

The President's Club

$2,500–$4,999

Balfour

Mr. Randolph '84 and Kim Bazet

Mr. Tommy ‘87 and Mrs. April Boudreaux

The Gray Foundation

Ms. Glenda Harper

Mr. Jimmy Lirette

Mr. Chester F. Morrison, III ‘10

Mrs. Marilyn Sonnier

The Principal's Club

$1,000–$2,499

Dr. and Mrs. Ben Adams

Allstate–The Hebert Agency

Mr. and Mrs. Paul Angelette

Dr. Danielle Angeron ’97

Bayou Fire and Sprinkler, LLC

Bella Derm Clinical Skin Care

Mr. Ed and Mrs. Amie Bice

Bluewater Rubber & Gasket Co.

Mr. Stephen ‘85 and Mrs. Becky ‘86 Bonnecarrere

Classic Business Products

Clearwater Swimming Pools, Inc. of Houma

Coastal Safety Management, LLC

The Danos Foundation

Anonymous

Mr. James J. '84 and Mrs. Sinclair Buquet '84

Dr. and Mrs. Robert Cazayoux

Anonymous

Mr. Ed '73 and Mrs. Cynthia Daigle '73

Mr. Beau and Mrs. Kimberly Duplantis

Dupre Brothers Construction Co., Inc.

Anonymous

Mr. James '61 and Mrs. Yolanda Funderburk

Haydel Family Practice

GORCO, Inc.

Mr. Robert ‘90 and Mrs. Kara ‘93 Hamilton

Mr. and Mrs. Morris Hebert

Kade Luke Insurance Agency, LLC

Mr. and Mrs. Digger Kelley

Mr. Charles Kornegay ‘99

Mr. Ed '80 and Mrs. Allison LaCour

LaRussa Real Estate

LeBlanc & Associates, LLC

Dr. Michelle Andre and Mr. Dan LeBlanc ‘93

Mr. Robert LeBlanc '95

Mr. Russell and Dr. Elise LeBoeuf ‘05

Mr. Lloyd Lee

LAMAR Advertising

Mrs. Rebecca Guidry '73 and Mr. Robert McMeel Morrison

Nick J. Hebert Interior and Event Designer

Oral-Facial Surgery Center

Mr. and Mrs. Patrick Pitre

Peppers Pizzeria of Houma

Piranha Rentals

The Prentice Firm, LLC

Mr. Eddie Pullaro '61

Quality Companies

Riley John's Blue Boot Foundation

Mr. Allen Robichaux ‘55

Anonymous

Southern Endodontic Specialists

Synergy Bank

VCHS Girls Track Team

Fr. Willie Todd Foundation

Mr. and Mrs. H. Welch

The Alma Mater Club

$500–$999

Mr. Shane Adams

Albemarle Foundation

Mr. Paul and Mrs. Natasha Angelette

Mr. and Mrs. Donald Balhoff

Mr. Michael '78 and Mrs. Angelique Barker '79

Mrs. Stacy Bauer

Mr. Jude and Mrs. Jami Bennett ‘00

Big Mike Fesi Campaign

Anonymous

BSN Sports

St. Martin and Bourque, LLC

Mr. Don and Mrs. Sheila Calongne '72

Mrs. Jackie Cenac '52

Anonymous

DDG

Mr. C. Berwick '73 and Mrs. Alexis Duval '73

Mr. Mark '73 and Mrs. Joan Faust '73

Dr. Paige Gaudet

Mr. Brandon and Mrs. Brigette Gawlik ‘90

Go Bear Convenience Stores

Mr. Jim and Mrs. Mary Anne Goodwin '64

Mr. Jeremy and Mrs. Mary Catherine ‘98 Gueldner

Mr. Howie and Mrs. Annette ‘62 Guidry

Mr. Doug '87 and Mrs. Ginny ‘91 Hamilton

Mr. Daniel Hebert '74

Houma Family Dental

Knights of Columbus

LaHaye Orthodontics

Technology Professionals, LLC

Mr. Michael Paul LaRussa ‘90

Michael Paul LaRussa Campaign Fund

Mr. Mike McCoy

Jean and Myron Leboeuf

Meche Investment, LLC

Mr. Steven and Mrs. Beckie Marmande

Mrs. Liz Newman

Mr. Pierre and Mrs. Alison Olivier

OrthoLA

Charles A. Page & Sons Insurance Agency

Mr. and Mrs. George Robichaux

Sarah K Kreations

Dr. Katherine Sevier ‘99

Mr. Joseph Sonnier '85

South LA Dentofacial Center

Street King Custom Wheels & Tires

Terrebonne General Health System

Mr. Ken and Mrs. Yolanda Trahan

VCHS Baseball

VCHS Boys Basketball

VCHS Boys Soccer

VCHS Cross Country

VCHS Golf team

Mr. and Mrs. Jarod Voisin ‘02

Mr. and Mrs. Kenny Wood, Jr ‘86

The Blue and Gold Club

$250–$499

Eyecare Specialties

Mrs. Sukna Babin

Mr. Damon J. Baldone ‘82

Mr. Richard H. Barker III '53

Mr. Mark '73 and Mrs. Susan Blanchard

Mrs. Jennifer Wiemann Bonvillain

Mr. Sid and Mrs. Celeste Bourg

Mr. Terry '73 and Mrs. Patricia Breaux

Ms. Desiree Cabirac

Ms. Holly Champagne

Real Estate Express, LLC

Ms. Laurie Conkerton '79

Mr. Steve and Mrs. Mary Crisler '88

Mrs. Denise Cuartas

Mr. John Dagate '71

Ms. Shane Degruise '90 and Mr. Daniel L. Distefano

Anonymous

Mr. Duane and Mrs. Christina Farmer

Mrs. Melissa Hagen

Greg LeBlanc Hyundai

Mr. Jerome '66 and Mrs. Maria Guidry

Mrs. Mary Guidry

Karey Kinnard Realtor and Real Estate Express

Mr. Jeffrey '99 and Mrs. Marion Larke '00

Mrs. Andrea LeBlanc ‘80

Mr. and Mrs. Jeff LeBlanc

Mr. and Mrs. Donald LeBoeuf

Mrs. Jane Voss Lerille '78

Lifestyle Luxe Events LLC

Mr. and Mrs. Kade Luke

Mr. Chris and Mrs. Julie Pellegrin

Anonymous

Mr. and Mrs. John Perry

Richard's Kitchen Store

Mr. Kevin and Mrs. Melanie Rizzo

Ms. Shanna Seebode

Mr. Kevin and Mrs. Michelle Serigne

South Louisiana Bank

Ms. Shonna Theriot

Unique Finds and Furniture

Vantastics Dance Team

VCHS Girls Soccer

VCH Tennis Team

VC Swim Team

VCHS Volleyball

Mr. James Watkins

Mrs. Erin Wagner '88

Mr. and Mrs. William Yates

Terrier Friends

$1–$249

AG Designs

Ms. Emma Adams ‘23

Ms. Maria Luisa Aguado

Anonymous

Ms. Stephanie Allen

Mr. Philip Amedee

Ms. June L. Amico

Mr. Michael Amico ‘91

Artistic Embroidery

Athletic Embroidery & Screen Printing

Mr. Tommie Aysenne

Mrs. Erica Babin '06

Mr. Lee and Mrs. Jacquelyn Bacon

The Barker Family

Ms. Marie “MiMi” Barker ‘07

Earl and Marie Baudoin

VCHS Coach Hal Bauland '82

Mrs. Linda Becker

Ms. Gretchen Bergeron '73

Mrs. Rebecca Bertrand

Mr. and Mrs. William Bisland

Mrs. Katie Blanchard

Mrs. Kellie Brunet '92

Mr. Derek and Mrs. Kristy Bollom

Ms. Anne Bonvillian

Mr. and Mrs. Joe Boudreaux

Mr. and Mrs. Wayne Boudreaux

Anonymous

Mr. and Mrs. Frank Bourgeois

Mr. and Mrs. David Bourgeois

Mr. Kyle and Mrs. Ami '99 Bourgeois

Mrs. Elizabeth Breerwood

Mr. Roy and Mrs. Cheryl Breerwood ‘64

Mr. Daniel and Mrs. Claire Brien '61

Mrs. Mary K. Burkot '73

Ms. Kacy Burke

Mr. and Mrs. Chris Butler ‘73

Ms. Gerrie Byrne

Mr. Travis and Mrs. Valerie Callais

Mr. Don James '92 and Mrs. Gretta Jo Falcon Calongne '92

Mr. and Mrs. George Campbell

Cannata's Family Market

Mr. and Mrs. Lee Caro

Mr. and Mrs. Daniel Cavell

Katie Champagne '02

Mr. Thomas '76 and Mrs. Charlene Chauvin

Mrs. Barbara Cipolla

Mr. and Mrs. Chad Clay

Chick-fil-A

Colors By Natalie

Community Coffee

Mr. Jamie and Mrs. Danica Colwart

Mr. and Mrs. Michael Connolly

Mrs. Libby Rhymes Corby '77

Mrs. Stephanie Corso '73

Mr. and Mrs. Kyle Cuellar

Mr. Jason ‘99 and Mrs. Erin Dagate

Mr. and Mrs. Floyd Degruise

Anonymous

Mr. Clinton and Mrs. Arlene DeHart '74

Mrs. Opal DeJean

Mr. Thomas and Mrs. Gina Dender '80

Anonymous

Ms. Sheri Derbes

Ms. Sandra Dill

Ms. Gretchen Duplantis

Mr. Jeremy and Mrs. Angelle Duplantis

Mr. and Mrs. Stanley Duplantis

Ms. Teri England

Mr. Jeremey Ezell '06

Mrs. Stacey Fabre

Dr. David '78 and Mrs. Laura Fakier '78

Mr. Jon Ray and Mrs. Jane Falgout '04

Mr. Kentley and Mrs. Heather Fairchild

Mr. Robert Farrell '76

Mrs. Ashley Fazzio

Felger's Footwear

Mr. Pat and Mrs. Angel Flood

Ms. Regina Franklin

Mrs. Kandice Francis

Ms. Olivia Galtier '12

Mrs. Anna Givens

Mrs. Debra Glenn

Mr. and Mrs. Esteban Gonzalez

Mr. and Mrs. Grant Gravois

Ms. Erin Gros '04

Ms. Anjele Gumm '05

Dr. Scott ’87 and Mrs. Sarah Haydel

Mr. and Mrs. Gordon Hebert

Mrs. Heather Hebert

Mrs. Kellie Hebert ‘96

Mr. and Mrs. Michael Hebert

Mr. Tim '87 and Mrs. Samantha Heck '88

Ms. Blanche Heney

Mr. and Mrs. Leland Hoffmann

Mr. Albert K. Holliday Jr.

Ms. Retana Holman

Ms. Stephanie Hotard '00

Mr. Kyle and Mrs. Alex Hymel

Jakes School Uniforms

Mrs. Claire Joller

Mr. and Mrs. Charles Jones

Ms. Julie B. Keife '64

Mr. and Mrs. Dale Kiffe

Mr. and Mrs. Lance Kirby

KPR Tennis

Mr. Gary Kraus '71

Mr. and Mrs. Eric Kuntz

Tha LAB Elite Athletic Performance

Ms. Lauren Lagarde ‘85

Mrs. Mary Beth Lambert '78

Mrs. Teara Landry

Mr. Edward Lapeyre '84

Mr. John Lapeze '73

Mr. Brandyn LeBoeuf '97

Mr. and Mrs. Daniel LeCompte

Ms. Rhonda Ledet '93

Mr. Andrew & Mrs. Valarie Lefevre

Ms. Elizabeth Beth Breaux LeMoine '76

Mr. Harold LeRay

Mr. Dixon and Mrs. Colleen Lewis '73

Mr. and Mrs. Jose Lichtl

Lily Luke Art

Mr. and Mrs. Linwood Liner

Mr. and Mrs. Don Loyd

Mrs. Caroline Luke

Mr. and Mrs. David Lukinovich

Mr. and Mrs. Linard Lyons

Mr. and Mrs. Joe Malbrough

M Mama Couture Boutique Gift Basket

Ms. Holly Marsh '77

Ms. Evelyn Martin

Ms. Carolyn Martinez

Mr. and Mrs. Pete Martinez

Marvelous Mercer

Mrs. Kelsi Mason

Dr. and Mrs. Brian Matherne

Mrs. Sally McDevitt '73

Mr. Alex McKinley

Ms. Anne McLaughlin '55

Mr. Kirk ‘80 and Mrs. Ann ’80 Meche

Ms. Sandra Meche

Mr. and Mrs. Julio Medina

Anonymous

Ms. Darla Melancon

Mrs. Frances Mesman '61

Mr. Art '76 and Mrs. Mitzi Mixon

Moe's Southwest Grill

Mrs. D’Netta Moore

Mrs. Kimberly Murphy

Ms. Cecelia Naquin

Mrs. Shaunda Naquin

Notre Dame Seminary

Ms. Carole O’Hara '69

Mrs. Therese Oubre ‘63

Mrs. Dawn Palmisano ‘90

Mr. Kevin & Mrs. Simone Parfait

Mrs. Kim Parsons '73

Ms. Frannie Pellegrin

Mr. Michael '68 and Mrs. Susan Pellegrin

Mr. Terry Percle

Mr. Jeremy and Mrs. Kelly ‘94 Phillips

Ms. Lisa Picou

Mr. Ronney Picou ‘73

Mrs. Gabrielle Pitre '10

Ms. Kaylee Pitre

Mrs. Kelly Pizzolato

Mr. Palfrey Polk III '11

Mr. and Mrs. Michael Prejean

Mr. and Mrs. Michael Pscenicka

Raising Cane's

Mr. Kevin & Mrs. Laura ‘84 Ramirez

Mr. Michael Richard

Mr. and Mrs. Jerry Richardson

Mr. Bubba Richoux

Mr. and Mrs. Whitney Richoux

Anonymous

Anonymous

Roberts Aesthetics and Wellness

Laurie Robichaux Art

Mr. Brent Roger

Mrs. Misty Rosamond

Ms. Emma Safley '11

Anonymous

Mr. and Mrs. John Schott

Mr. Colin and Mrs. Renee Seibert ‘92

Mr. Kevin and Mrs. Alyson Showalter

Sign Gypsies of Houma

Mr. and Mrs. Richard Simon

Mr. and Mrs. Stephen Smith

Student Government Association

Mrs. Kristin Son '99

Mr. Jerry Starr

Mr. James Suttle

Ms. Mary Brenda V. Tanner

Ms. Helen Terrebonne

St. Genevieve Catholic School

Mr. and Mrs. Dirk Thibodaux

Ms. Bonnie B. Thibodeaux

Mr. and Mrs. Herman Thibodeaux

Mr. and Mrs. Chris Tomme

Mr. Eddie and Mrs. Raye Anne Trahan

Ms. Julie Trotter

Vandebilt Catholic Art Club

VCHS Cheer

VCHS Football Team

VCHS Girls Basketball

VCHS HOPE Program

VCHS Mothers' Club

VCHS Softball

VCHS 2023 Senior Class

VC STEM Club

Ms. Maria Vice

Mrs. and Mr. Kayla Vicknair

Mr. and Mrs. Daniel Vicknair

Mr. Daniel Voisin

Mr. Richard and Mrs. Kimi Walker '73

Ms. Yvonne Watson '73

Ms. Elizabeth Goodwin Welborn '90

Mrs. Libby Wilder

Mr. Gary Williams '08

Mr. and Mrs. Bruce Zeringue

Mr. and Mrs. Greg Zwick

Bernard Tunney Brother

(Joseph Carr Tunney)

Born: January 1, 1907

Bunkie, LA

In 2023, the staff of VCHS set out to build connections with the rich past of our school. In the process, we uncovered the history of our gym, which is named for Brother Bernard Tunney. Brother Tunney exemplified the values of VCHS: Faith, Family, and Excellence. In a period of his life when many people choose to focus on leisure, Brother Tunney continued to support and nurture the Catholic education community in Houma. His legacy of service connects us to our past, and his personal example points the way to building our future. Vandebilt Catholic High School is privileged to have our gym named for Brother Tunney.

Moreover, the re-discovery of the Tunney gym history clarified and refined the theme that runs through all of our work as we aspire to greater heights: Connecting With The Past, Building For The Future. We look forward to following the selfless example of Brother Tunney as we build a better future for VCHS students, and we hope you enjoy this look into our storied past!

Brother Bernard Tunney (Joseph Carr Tunney) was born in Bunkie, LA on January 1, 1907. During his elementary school years, he attended St. Francis Xavier College (now Holy Savior Menard) in Alexandria, LA, where he first came under the direction of the Brothers of the Sacred Heart. After a move to Mississippi and his father’s passing, Brother Tunney returned to Alexandria and to the Brothers that inspired him. On July 7, 1920, at thirteen years old, Brother Tunney left his family and moved to Metuchen, New Jersey to attend St. Joseph’s Postulate, the house of formation for the Brothers of the Sacred Heart.

As a student, Brother Tunney excelled in science and math, two subjects which he would later teach. He was also an exceptional athlete who loved sports even into his later years. While at St. Joseph’s, young Brother Tunney learned the essential qualities of a religious life, a love for physical labor, and charity to his neighbors. He

Welcome to the tunney Gymnasium

pronounced his first vows as a Brother on August 15, 1923, at the age of 17 and began his teaching career. In 1938, Brother Tunney graduated from Loyola College (now Loyola University New Orleans) with a Bachelor of Science degree in Chemistry, and in 1947, he received his Masters degree in Education at Fordham University (New York). During the early 1940’s, he guided hundreds of young men through St. Joseph’s Postulate as the postulant master.

In 1958, Brother Tunney was assigned to the old St. Francis Boys’ School in Houma, LA, where he served as director and principal. In 1961, after suffering a heart attack, he was assigned to teach again and worked at three more schools in the

Baton Rouge and New Orleans areas, before taking his last major assignment in 1967 as principal of the Minor Seminary in Baton Rouge, LA. In 1973, after working in education for over fifty years, he chose to retire in Houma, LA. It was a place filled with many friends and the “best fishing in the country.” In retirement, Brother Tunney’s lifelong love of work kept him active maintaining the grounds at Vandebilt Catholic High School and cooking for his fellow Brothers, always ready to prepare a new dish. On campus he always carried a satchel and an instrument for picking up paper, and the grounds were immaculate in his care. Brother Tunney passed away at 71 years old during an early Mass at St. Bernadette Church in Houma, LA on June 26, 1978.

brother bernard tunney truly li V ed a life of faith , family , and excellence .

Vandebilt Catholic High School is privileged to have our gym named in his honor.

Gym Foyer

Boy’s Basketball Locker Room

Mrs. Jackie Cenac ‘52

Mr. Richard H. Barker III ‘53

Ms. Anne McLaughlin ‘55

Mr. Allen Robichaux ‘55

Mrs. Claire Brien ‘61

Mr. James Funderburk ‘61

Mrs. Frances Mesman ‘61

Mr. Eddie Pullaro ‘61

Mrs. Annette Guidry ‘62

Mrs. Therese Oubre ‘63

Mrs. Cheryl Breerwood ‘64

Mrs. Mary Anne Goodwin ‘64

Ms. Julie B. Keife ‘64

Mr. Jerome Guidry ‘66

Ms. Carole O’Hara ‘69

Mr. John Dagate ‘71

Mr. Gary Kraus ‘71

Mrs. Sheila Calongne ‘72

Ms. Gretchen Bergeron ‘73

Mr. Mark Blanchard ‘73

Mr. Terry Breaux ‘73

Mrs. Mary K. Burkot ‘73

Mrs. Catherine Songe Butler ‘73

Mrs. Stephanie Corso ‘73

Mrs. Cynthia Daigle ‘73

Mr. Ed Daigle ‘73

Mrs. Rebecca Guidry ‘73

Mrs. Alexis Duval ‘73

Mr. C. Berwick Duval ‘73

Mrs. Joan Faust ‘73

Mr. Mark Faust ‘73

Mr. John Lapeze ‘73

alumni gi V ing

We are proud of our VCHS Alumni, who provide leadership in communities across the globe. Thank you for “paying it forward” for the next generation of VCHS graduates!

Mrs. Colleen Lewis ‘73

Mrs. Sally McDevitt ‘73

Mrs. Kim Parsons ‘73

Mr. Ronney Picou ‘73

Mrs. Kimi Walker ‘73

Ms. Yvonne Watson ‘73

Mrs. Arlene DeHart ‘74

Mr. Daniel Hebert ‘74

Mr. Thomas Chauvin ‘76

Mr. Robert Farrell ‘76

Ms. Elizabeth Beth Breaux LeMoine ‘76

Mr. Art Mixon ‘76

Mrs. Libby Rhymes Corby ‘77

Ms. Holly Marsh ‘77

Mr. Michael Barker ‘78

Dr. David Fakier ‘78

Mrs. Laura Fakier ‘78

Mrs. Mary Beth Lambert ‘78

Mrs. Jane Voss Lerille ‘78

Mrs. Angelique Barker ‘79

Ms. Laurie Conkerton ‘79

Mrs. Gina Dender ‘80

Mr. Ed LaCour ‘80

Mrs. Andrea LeBlanc ‘80

Mrs. Ann Meche ‘80

Mr. Kirk Meche‘80

Mr. Damon J. Baldone ‘82

Coach Hal Bauland ‘82

Mr. Mark Delaune ‘82

Mrs. Alison Olivier ‘83

Mr. Randolph Bazet ‘84

Mr. James J. Buquet‘84

Mrs. Sinclair Buquet ‘84

Mr. Edward Lapeyre ‘84

Mrs. Laura Ramirez ‘84

Mr. Stephen Bonnecarrere ‘85

Ms. Lauren Lagarde ‘85

Mr. Steven Marmande‘85

Mr. Kevin Rizzo ‘85

Mr. Joseph Sonnier‘85

Mr. Michael Bergeron ‘86

Mrs. Becky Bonnecarrere ‘86

Mrs. Tanya Delaune ‘86

Mr. Kenny Wood, Jr.‘86

Mrs. Rebecca Wood ‘86

Mr. Tommy Boudreaux ‘87

Mr. Doug Hamilton ‘87

Dr. Scott Haydel ‘87

Mr. Tim Heck ‘87

Mrs. Mary Crisler ‘88

Mrs. Samantha Heck ‘88

Mrs. Erin Wagner‘88

Ms. Shane Degruise ‘90

Mrs. Brigette Gawlik ‘90

Mr. Robert Hamilton‘90

Mr. Michael Paul LaRussa ‘90

Mrs. Dawn Palmisano‘90

Ms. Elizabeth Goodwin Welborn ‘90

Mr. Michael Amico ‘91

Mrs. Ginny Hamilton ‘91

Mrs. Kellie Brunet ‘92

Mr. Don James Calongne ‘92

Mrs. Gretta Jo Falcon Calongne ‘92

Mrs. Renee Seibert ‘92

Mr. Dan LeBlanc ‘93

Ms. Rhonda Ledet ‘93

Mrs. Kara Hamilton ‘93

Mrs. Kelly Phillips ‘94

Mr. Robert LeBlanc ‘95

Mrs. Kellie Hebert ‘96

Dr. Danielle Angeron ‘97

Mr. Brandyn LeBoeuf ‘97

Mrs. Mary Catherine Gueldner ‘98

Mrs. Ami Bourgeois ‘99

Mr. Jason Dagate‘99

Mr. Charles Kornegay‘99

Mr. Jeffrey Larke‘99

Dr. Katherine Sevier ‘99

Mrs. Kristin Son‘99

Ms. Stephanie Hotard ‘00

Mrs. Marion Larke ‘00

Ms. Katie Champagne ‘02

Mrs. Jarod Voisin ‘02

Mrs. Jane Falgout ‘04

Ms. Erin Gros ‘04

Ms. Anjele Gumm ‘05

Dr. Elise LeBoeuf ‘05

Mrs. Erica Babin ‘06

Mr. Jeremey Ezell ‘06

Ms. Marie “MiMi” Barker ‘07

Mr. Gary Williams ‘08

Mr. Chester F. Morrison, III ‘10

Mrs. Gabrielle Pitre ‘10

Mr. Palfrey Polk III ‘11

Ms. Olivia Galtier ‘12

Ms. Emma Adams ‘23

what V chs means to me

Vandebilt Catholic High School means family, love, and unity after being employed here over 20 years, graduating five children, and a grandson graduating this year. I can say that I have truly been blessed. I have enjoyed so many special moments throughout the years working, as my children attended school here. I pray for God’s continued blessings and guidance for my Vandebilt family.

“ ”

Regina Franklin food services manager parent of alumni grandparent of current student

building for the future

In the summer of 2023 as we were patiently waiting for our roof to be completed and for FEMA and the insurance company to move through their processes, the leadership of Vandebilt Catholic decided to take advantage of this delay and use it as an opportunity to create a MASTER PLAN for our school’s facilities.

master plan

MASTER PLANNING

is an important process for any school as it provides a long-term vision for future campus development. An important aspect of this plan is that it provides facility improvements in every area of our campus, impacting our students in a holistic way.

This MASTER PLAN is a living document and will only be as good as the input we receive from our community. We have engaged in internal conversations with our faculty and staff, but now we are looking for input from you—our Vandebilt Catholic community.

Academic Excellence Center

Richard “Dickie” Barker Student Union

Faith

Chapel

School Safety

Perimeter Fence

Lighting

Cameras

Improved Traffic Flow

Academics

Resource Center

Academic Excellence Center

Digital Media Center

Social/Emotional

Guidance Center

Athletics

Fieldhouse

Covered Practice

Facility with Turf

Bleachers

Track

Softball Field

Richard “Dickie” Barker Student Union

2023

president ' s banquet

On Friday, June 2, Vandebilt Catholic High School hosted the third annual President’s Banquet in the Kolb center on campus. Guests included VCHS administration and faculty, Diocesan officials, Brothers of the Sacred Heart leaders, family, friends, supporters, and past Alumni of the Year and past Hall of Fame inductees.

Distinguished Service award recipients

Alumnus

hall of fame inductees

call for Nominations

2024 Vandebilt Catholic Hall of Fame and Alumnus of the Year

Nominations due by March 8, 2024.

of the year

Valerie Badeaux

Colleen Welch

Patrice Monier

Phyllis Peoples ‘80

Heinke Trapp ‘81

Tanner Magee ‘98

hall of fame

alumnus of the year

what V chs means to me

“

Vandebilt means to me exactly what its motto states: faith, family, and excellence. Being a student at Vandebilt gave me so many opportunities to live out and learn more about my faith, along with providing me with an amazing community of teachers, faculty, classmates, and teammates. My time at Vandebilt prepared me for the next stage in my life both in and out of the classroom, and so many of my favorite memories were made wearing blue and gold, from cheering on the Terriers in Buddy Marcello Stadium to eating lunch in the quad with my friends. No matter how long it’s been since I’ve walked its halls, Vandebilt will forever be my home, and I’ll always be proud to be a Terrier!

”

Katie Ross

class of 2023 valedictorian

endowed funds

What is an endowed fund?

An endowed fund is established with a generous gift from a donor.

The Diocese oversees the fund’s management, growing them and producing investment income.

A percentage of the investment income is paid annually to support the school.

Endowment giving to Vandebilt Catholic High School supports financial aid, faculty and curriculum, and general operating expenses to help keep the school exemplary every year.

ACADEMICS

The Enola Jeandron Autin Endowment

ARTS

The VCHS Art Endowment

ATHLETICS

The Laurent/Brewer Endowment

SCHOOL OPERATION

The John “Jack” Becker Endowment

The Ian Haydel Endowment

The Mothers’ Club Endowment

The Claude Bergeron Endowment

The S Ernest/Ernestine Ellender Endowment

The Ted Lyons Endowment

The John and Helen Rizzo Endowment

SPIRITUALITY

The Megan Hitt Endowment

TUITION ASSISTANCE

The Garland P. Aycock Sr. Endowment

The F. E. and Louise Boudreaux Endowment

The Marianite Sisters of the Holy Cross Endowment

The Brothers of the Sacred Heart Endowment

The VCHS Student Body Endowment

The Brother Alfred Kolb S.C. Endowment

The Brother Ray Kuhn S.C. Endowment

The T. J. Cantrelle Endowment

The Gabrielle Hebert Endowment

what V chs means to me

“I am very grateful for the education Bill (my husband) and I received at Vandebilt and that we had the opportunity to send our four daughters to the school. Now, we enjoy being grandparents and seeing our grandchildren excel in academics, activities, and athletics. Although the education is important, feeling nurtured and being grounded in faith are priceless gifts we and our family have received from the Vandebilt community. Bill and I were fortunate to celebrate our 50th class reunion in October with our fellow classmates. Vandebilt made us feel welcome and included us in all the Homecoming festivities. Reconnecting with our classmates reinforced the bond created so many years ago. It truly felt like coming home.

Elizabeth "Liz" Watkins

class of 1974 parent of alumni grandparent of current students

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This report gratefully recognizes the many alumni, parents, grandparents, faculty/staff, friends and partners who have contributed their money, time and effort to Vandebilt Catholic High School in 2022-2023

Vandebilt Catholic High School appreciates the commitment to our mission by those who made contributions and donated their time and talents to our school. It is nearly impossible to put together a list of every donor without inadvertently making an error or omission. This list includes all gifts reported from July 1, 2022 through June 30, 2023.

If your name has been omitted from this list, please accept our apologies and notify us at (985) 580-1868 or bbreerwood@vchterriers.org to be included in a future publication.

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