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ACCORDAcademy of the Holy Names
SUMMER 2016 | VOL. 10 | NO. 2
MAKING MEGALODONS
8OUR MISSION
The Academy of the Holy Names is an independent,
Catholic, coeducational elementary school and a college preparatory high
school for young women, sponsored by the Sisters
of the Holy Names of Jesus and Mary. Our mission is to develop
the spiritual, academic, personal and physical
growth of each student within an atmosphere of care and concern,
while providing quality educational opportunities
for students of diverse ethnic, economic and
religious backgrounds, and encouraging each student to realize his/her full potential as an
intelligent and culturally, spiritually and socially
aware individual.
2016-2017BOARD OF TRUSTEES
OFFICERSLance Zingale
Chair
Nina McGucken Alvarez (A’01) Vice Chair
David Jones Treasurer
Greta Dupuy (A’97) Secretary
MEMBERSHarold Astorquiza
Liana Baldor Schezy Barbas
Sister Virginia Bonan, SNJMSister Pat Corbey, SNJM
Sister Carmella De Costy, SNJMStephanie Smith Leuthauser (A’00)
Ernie Marquart Aileen Martino
Vivien Oliva (A’63) Arthur Raimo, President
(ex-officio)Cherie Schonbrun
Diana Olmo Sullivan (A’72) Ty Trayner
Raulniña Uzzle-Harris (A’82) Chip Yodzis
2016-2017 ALUMNI BOARD
Angela Lubrano Pottinger (A’85) President
Erin Rouse Krukar (A’99) President-Elect
Mary Quigley Brooker (A’88) Treasurer
Jennifer Griffin Bush (A’00) Secretary/Historian
Melissa Porter Giunta (A’95) Parliamentarian
Andrea Martino Accardi (A’93)Angie Garcia Ammon (A’76)
Michele Diaz Avila (A’82)Donna Caruso Baccarella (S’60)Maureen Sanborn Cottom (A’02)
Victor DiMaio (B’68)Maria Esparza (A’87)
Kimberly Valenti Grandoff (A’77)Gina D’Avanza Kelly (A’75)
Maureen O’Brien (A’84)Sr. Mary Patricia Plumb, SNJM (A’55)
Linda Cimino Prado (S’65)Beth Quigley Reid (A’77)
Jodi Rivera (A’85)Candice Reda Rodriguez (A’01)
Kasey Sherrick Siegel (A’05)Alicia Beitia Smith (A’97)
Tara Johnson Thompson (A’80)Elena Beitia Vance (A’94)Jason Woodside (A’01)
SNJM CORE VALUES
FULL DEVELOPMENT OF THE HUMAN PERSON
EDUCATION IN THE FAITH
HOSPITALITY
DEDICATION TO WOMEN & CHILDREN
DEDICATION TO JUSTICE
SERVICE TO PEOPLE WHO ARE POOR OR
MARGINALIZED
COMMITMENT TO LIBERATING ACTION
LOVE FOR THE NAMES OF JESUS & MARY
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32FEATURES 4 Academy Welcomes Stephanie Nitchals
6 Making Megalodons
8 Girls on the Run
9 Social-Emotional Learning
10 Graduation
22 Athletic Hall of Fame Inductions
24 Dads Club Golf Tournament
30 Alumni Spotlight
IN EVERY ISSUE 2 Letter from the President
14 Arts
18 Athletics
26 Development
ALUMNI NEWS 32 Silver Coffee & Rose Ceremony
35 Boys Induction Ceremony
36 Reunions
40 Class Notes
PRESIDENTArthur Raimo
CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICERJohn Donohoe
DIRECTOR OF ADVANCEMENTDebbie Gavalas
DIRECTOR OF ALUMNI RELATIONSPatty P. Bohannan (A’77)
DIRECTOR OF ANNUAL FUND AND SPECIAL EVENTS
JoAnne [email protected]
DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC RELATIONS AND COMMUNICATIONS
Emily [email protected]
CREDITSDESIGN:
Allen Harris DesignSt. Petersburg, Florida
PHOTOS:Pam DohertyEchoes Staff
Megan HendricksonJoe Photo
Melissa LimaAngela LittleKara ManelliDon Moffett
Studio ArtistryEmily Wise
AHN welcomes qualified students without regard to race, religion or ethnic origin.
Accord is published twice a year by the Academy of the Holy Names.
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The editor of Accord invites submissions and opinions. Please address news and information to the Advancement Office.
STANDARD OF ACCURACYThe Academy of the Holy Names is committed to providing the most accurate and up-to-date
information in all its publications. However, as with any human undertaking, unintentional
errors may appear. Please contact the Academy of the Holy Names at (813) 839-5371 in the
event that there are any factual errors. The Academy will correct these errors in the next publication. We truly appreciate the interests
and concerns of our readership and welcome any assistance toward achieving our goal.
CORRECTIONIn the spring issue of Accord magazine,
Haley Angel was incorrectly identified as a 7th-grader. Haley completed her 8th-grade
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Office of the PRESIDENT
FROM THE PRESIDENT
ARTHUR RAIMOPresident
I have been interested in history, particularly U.S. history, for as long as I can remember. I had a couple
of teachers in high school who really piqued my interest and a lifelong love of the subject was born.
In fact, it was a presentation I made in one of those classes that convinced me to go into teaching. I
went on to major in history in college and my career in education was launched.
Throughout the years, I have read biographies of many influential people, accounts of important
periods in our country’s history, and stories of war and conflict. Recently, I picked up a copy of
“Alexander Hamilton” by Ron Chernow, the book upon which Lin-Manuel Miranda’s Broadway hit
musical, “Hamilton,” is based. Not only has it inspired history buffs like me with a renewed interest
in this important historical figure but it has encouraged many young people—spurred on by the
popularity of the musical—to pick up the book, as well.
It is the music of “Hamilton” that has captured the attention of young people throughout the country,
and really the world. The story told in rap and hip-hop speaks to kids today in a way that the more
traditional musical forms do not. Clearly, listening to the lyrics has created in many of them an interest
in learning more about the person. “Hamilton,” the musical, has made Hamilton, the man, relevant to
youth in 21st century.
Research tells us that real learning takes place when students are properly motivated, and they are
properly motivated when they find the subject has real-world applications—that it is relevant. In our
test-crazy culture, passing the next exam is usually the motivation for students to study and “learn”
the material—to earn a good grade. But is that real learning? Does it stick with a person and become
part of his or her long-term knowledge? In all honesty, the answer is usually no. If we think back to our
own education, how much of what we learned in high school or college is knowledge we have retained
or use even once in a while? Most people remember the things that interested them, the things about
which they were passionate, the things that enabled them to be successful once they ventured out into
the real world and began their careers.
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Office of the PRESIDENT
FROM THE PRESIDENTKids are natural learners—curiosity is wired into them. One of education’s primary responsibilities is
to foster that curiosity, to let it grow. We do a great job in elementary school, but once students reach
middle school, it starts to change. Younger students actually have more choices: the learning center
in which they want to participate, the books they would like to read or game they’d like to play. The
older students, not so much: you will take these courses, in this sequence, you’ll read these books
and spend a good deal of time cooped up at home doing homework, and by the way, don’t forget
the extracurricular activities. No wonder some students burn out. Older kids don’t have time to be
curious; they are too busy working, and they are working longer hours than most adults do.
It doesn’t have to be this way. Once students have fulfilled a core curriculum of subjects, they should be
allowed to pursue passions in a meaningful way. Does it mean rethinking time, space, curriculum
and teaching? Absolutely, but it can be done and will be as long as the adults are willing to
make it happen. It is not, however, about doing the things we have always done better; it’s
about doing something completely different. In the words of education expert Sir Ken
Robinson, “what’s needed is not evolution but a revolution.” As in Miranda’s lyrics, our
students are “young, scrappy and hungry,” and they deserve that revolution.
Miranda took the Broadway musical in a new direction, incorporating the dialect,
rhyme and rhythm of a new generation, to tell a story that was of little or no interest
to young people in its traditional form. By making the telling of the tale relevant, he
created a new generation of learners curious to discover more about this Hamilton guy.
He’s provided those of us in education with a roadmap. Let’s hope and pray we have the
courage to follow it where it leads.
Sincerely,
Arthur Raimo President
Stephanie Nitchals has served just about every role a school has to offer during her time in education. In July, she joined the Academy all the way from Fresno, California, where she was the principal and president of San Joaquin Memorial High School, a Catholic high school serving 600 students. Prior to that, she was an academic dean and guidance department chair at a Catholic school in Minnesota. She was also an English teacher and English department chair, and she has experience in computer programming.
Armed with a fresh perspective on what other schools are thinking and doing, Nitchals was eager to jump into the educational revolution happening at the Academy. Her educational philosophy? “Set the bar high and work together to achieve it.”
In fact, Nitchals was happy to hang up her president’s hat. She is looking forward to focusing on academics, and watching and being with the Academy’s faculty. “The real magic of school happens in the classroom with the teacher,” she said.
She prides herself on being a hard worker and an open-minded administrator, and believes the modern workplace should feature collaboration and shared goal-setting. Nitchals respects the dignity of all whom she comes in contact with and wants to hear everyone’s voice, something she hopes will convey to the students.
Her answer to what she is most inspired by may surprise some, but it is a concept that is critical in 21st century education: failure. “I am most inspired by the student who overcomes any object or challenge to become successful,” she said. “I love to see kids try to fail and then overcome. Kids are scared to try to fail. I love when a student is immersed in something challenging and succeeds.”
Nitchals was most attracted to the people she met when she visited, especially the students, who sold her on the school. She looks forward to working with the students and hopes to provide for them as many doors as possible for their futures. While she believes technology should be at the forefront of education today, she also places great value on teaching the whole child to lead through her faith.
One area Nitchals is passionate about is service. She sees the blessing in having so many Sisters at the Academy as access to charism on campus makes it more robust. At her last school, she started a service program called Fill the Bus, in which she would take a bus full of students to participate in community service after school. She believes making service fun imparts a lifelong love of service, and it makes service more gratifying.
President Art Raimo welcomed Nitchals, saying “Stephanie has a wealth of experience as a Catholic school educator and administrator. She is a visionary leader and team builder who keeps what is best for her students front and center. She is a perfect fit for the Academy at this point in our history.”
Stephanie Nitchals has a Bachelor of Arts degree in English from the University of Minnesota and a master’s degree in education from the University of St. Thomas, St. Paul, Minn. During her career, she has been responsible for working with parents and students on academic issues, implementing a Professional Learning Communities program, staff development and curriculum integration. In 2012, she won the Newman Award for Educational Achievement for her work to improve the ACT average at her school.
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10 THINGS ABOUT STEPHANIE NITCHALS1. She has run three marathons
and 11 half-marathons.
2. She is from Minnesota.
3. She had a dairy farm growing up.
4. She has a basset hound named Duncan.
5. She has three great kids: Aaron (18), Katherine (15) and Meredith (13).
6. Her husband, Matt, was her senior prom date.
7. She was an English teacher and loves reading.
8. She hates being cold, and it really is never too hot for her.
9. Restoring old furniture is a hobby.
10. She is really excited to get started at AHN!
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Melissa Lima, creative arts specialist for the Elementary School, has always loved learning about sharks. Art is her primary passion, but last summer Lima had the opportunity to pursue another interest while interning in South Africa with a program called White Shark Africa. During her month-long stay, Lima helped a scientist with the research, identification and tagging of white sharks, and she educated tourists about their behavior and common misconceptions. Lima was excited to return to the Academy to share her experience with her students.
Meanwhile, 6th- and 7th-grade science teacher Megan Hendrickson returned to Panama with the Great American Biotic Interchange Research Experience for Teachers (GABI RET) group to look for fossils of megalodons, land sloths and other animals.
After their trips, Hendrickson and Lima discussed their experiences and came up with an interdisciplinary lesson, which integrates different curricular disciplines to examine a common theme or topic. They chose to incorporate STEAM (science, technology, engineering, art and math) to re-create the jaw of a megaladon, a prehistoric shark, to scale.
During the 2014-2015 school year, Hendrickson’s 6th-grade students were introduced to the topic of megalodon sharks. They learned where the shark lived and where fossils can now be found. Some students accompanied Hendrickson on a field trip to Bone Valley, where megaladon fossils are found in Florida. The following year, as 7th-graders, they studied the megalodon as an apex predator, learning what it ate and why it became extinct.
MAKING MEGALODONS
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Students used engineering skills to construct the jaw, but first they applied an algorithm to calculate the total length of the megalodon and the size of the jaw based on measurements of the teeth. Then, they converted those measurements from imperial to the metric system. To incorporate technology, students studied a fully articulated set of megalodon teeth, and technology support specialist Matt Tucker helped them create replicas of the teeth using a 3-D printer. Lima worked with students to construct the jaw out of pool noodles, drinking straws, plaster and masking tape and introduced an art lesson to her 7th- and 8th-grade art elective students.
The goal was to build an accurate replica of the megalodon jaw using art concepts to match colors and textures. Lima said, “When we painted the shark teeth, the students had to re-create the same colors they saw on the fossil to the best of their ability, so we applied a lot of color theory. They had to create the same textures they saw. For example, the root of the tooth is a stipple, dry texture, and the actual tooth is a smooth, shiny texture.” Lima’s students worked on the project for eight classes, giving them just enough time to finish the jaw for the Elementary School Art Exhibition. The megalodon jaw display was a highlight of the exhibition. Students marked the
floor with masking tape to show the average length of a human compared to different types of sharks, including a megaladon, which was approximately 60 feet long.
Students responded excitedly to all aspects of the lesson, though many didn’t realize how much time and work would be involved. Olivia Scarpo was interested in the project from beginning to end and spoke about her favorite and most challenging parts of the process. “I love marine biology and paleontology so it was cool to combine those two sciences. The math was definitely challenging. I know about crown height of teeth and how to measure stuff like that, but connecting everything as a whole was a bit difficult.”
Lima and Hendrickson didn’t expect their trips to South Africa and Panama to turn into such an in-depth, cross-curricular project, but now they have even bigger plans to do a similar lesson in the next year or two. Hendrickson said, “I think in the future, I want to do this with Titanoboa, which is the largest snake ever. This year’s project kind of happened organically, and I think planning it so that it’s intentional will make it even better. It’s going to be so awesome.”
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article by Kara Manelli
For the first time, Academy students participated in Girls on the Run (GOTR). This is a nationwide program for young ladies in grades 3-5 with a mission to “inspire girls to be joyful, healthy and confident using a fun, experience-based curriculum, which creatively integrates running.” In the fall, 20 AHN girls joined the school’s inaugural Girls on the Run team. They met after school twice a week for 10 weeks and discussed topics ranging from healthy habits and real beauty to cooperation and ending gossip. The sessions also consisted of games and relays, but GOTR coach Angela Little said the students’ favorite part was running. “Our girls were motivated. They just wanted to run and meet their goal.” The season of GOTR culminated with a 5k race at Hillsborough Community College on December 12.
The fall season was such a hit that about half of the girls came back for a spring season, and they brought 10 new runners to the club. Little says some of the girls had never run before and some had no interest in being there, but by the end, those runners were among the best and most passionate on the team. Little witnessed these young ladies grow throughout the weeks but stressed to them not to worry about times. She told the girls, “It’s about finishing. Just always try
your best.” GOTR is about more than just running. According to the GOTR website, the goal of the program is “to unleash confidence through accomplishment while establishing a lifetime appreciation of health and fitness.”
During both sessions, volunteer running buddies helped the AHN Girls on the Run team with practice 5k and end-of-season 5k races at HCC. Each girl had her own adult running buddy, so she could feel comfortable going at her own pace while running the course. Third-grade student Maia McCullough felt accomplished after finishing her first 5k, while her classmate Carly Moore had run a 5k before and focused more on learning how to pace herself. Moore said, “I think this club would be really good for someone who has never run before, because she will get faster because we are supportive. We do a lot of happy and funny cheers.” Both McCullough and Moore emphatically agreed that they would return for a second season when Girls on the Run begins again in September.
The Girls on the Run team is always looking for more volunteers! Contact Angela Little at [email protected] for information.
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21ST CENTURY COMPETENCIES: SOCIAL-EMOTIONAL LEARNING
All we do at the Academy is driven by the SNJM core values and by the Sisters who have always been visionaries in the field of education. The SNJM vision and values continue to be timely. The first core value, “full development of the human person,” has always been at the heart of an AHN education, yet it has recently become a prominent topic in education research and literature. As educators look at the skills and needs of this generation, which are necessary to prepare them for their lives in an ever-changing world, they have realized that academic growth is not enough. Students must also develop skills that allow them to cooperate, persevere, problem-solve, communicate, empathize and handle conflict, to just name a few. Like all skill development, this does not just happen. Instead, we as educators have to deliberately model, teach and give students opportunities to practice these distinct skills that in education are classified as social-emotional learning (SEL) skills.
The Collaborative for Academic and Social-Emotional Learning (CASEL) defines SEL as “the process through which children and adults acquire and effectively apply the knowledge, attitudes and skills necessary to understand and manage emotions, set and achieve positive goals, feel and show empathy for others, establish and maintain positive relationships, and make responsible decisions.”1 Researchers have further broken down SEL into five competencies: self-awareness, self-management, social awareness, relationship skills and decision-making/pro-social behavior.
The Elementary School continues to dedicate ourselves to a focus on infusing these skills into our rigorous academic program. We started this journey by implementing Responsive Classroom and Developmental Design program structures into our days. These two developmentally appropriate programs provide a structure to teach social-emotional skills. This starts the first week of school when students articulate their hopes and dreams for the year, and then develop a social contract together that focuses on what each student will need to do to support each other in reaching their goals.
Throughout the year, each homeroom starts the day off with a Morning Meeting in the lower school or a Circle of Power and Respect in the middle school. Students greet each other, participate in a sharing activity, do a team-building activity, and discuss what the day will bring. Through these community-building activities, students build relationships, learn communication skills and build an awareness of how their actions impact their success as well as the success of the group.
As a faculty, we have also taken time to learn more about the impact that technology has had on the four components of SEL. Students are growing up in a highly connected world and their social-emotional experiences are different due to this. Instant gratification and constant connectedness have changed the way students interact. This makes learning interpersonal and intrapersonal skills an even greater priority. In today’s social-media rich culture, teaching towards the “full development of the human person” and instilling the SNJM values is paramount to the success of our students. We are blessed to have the vision of our forward thinking SNJM leaders to support us in our efforts.
For more information on the program structures that are in place in the Elementary School, visit responsiveclassroom.org and originsonline.org. The Academy also looks forward to continuing the conversation through community education this fall when Steph Jensen will be presenting in both an evening and morning session. Information about Jensen can be found at dev-resources.com.
SEL
SELF- AWARENESS SOCIAL
AWARENESS
SELF- MANAGEMENT
DECISION- MAKING
PRO-SOCIAL BEHAVIORS
RELATIONSHIP SKILLS
1. www.casel.org
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article by Becky Elliot and Bridgid Fishman
On Thursday, May 26, the Academy of the Holy Names celebrated the 98 young women from the Class of 2016 at their graduation ceremony. Together, the class was accepted into 119 colleges and universities, offered more than $9.5 million in scholarships, served more than 26,637 community service hours, and included 49 graduates with Honors, 35 members of National Honor Society and seven student-athletes continuing their athletic careers in college. In addition, the class raised $115,853 for an endowed scholarship in memory of Sydney Wynne, their 99th sister who passed away Christmas 2014.
Commencement addresses from valedictorian Kelsea Henry and salutatorian Julia DiFabrizio reflected on the special connection of the Class of 2016. DiFabrizio said, “Never have I seen a group of such wonderful, unique girls bond so strongly, and I know that I can rely on each and every one of you.” Henry recalled some of her fondest memories with her class and added, “The Academy of the Holy Names allowed me to find my sisters, all of whom I am immensely grateful for and indebted to for everything they have done for me. Our class would not be the same if one part of our whole never existed.”
Class of 2016
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Gabriella Accardi Belmont University Grace Alexander Florida State University Isabella Alfonso University of Florida Melissa Alvarado The University of Tampa Jennifer Amor University of South Florida Gillian Anthony Auburn University Alicia Avila Hillsborough Community College Megan Bajo Florida State University Madeline Bales University of Florida Grace Baxter Auburn University Zoe Bennett Saint Leo University Lindsay Boos Auburn University Jacqueline Brooker Florida Atlantic University Aisling Carr University of South Florida Rebecca Castellano Florida State University Natalie Cevallos Florida State University Hadley Chillura The University of Texas at Austin Sara Chowdhari University of Miami Audrey Cooper Florida State University Sofia Curry Saint Leo University McKenna Davey University of Central Florida Morgan Davey University of Central Florida Mary DesRosiers Florida State University Avery Dierks Belmont University Julia DiFabrizio University of Virginia Gillian Dunne Florida State University Valerie Ely Florida State University Allison Fair Loyola University New Orleans Giorgia Flanagan University of South Florida St. Petersburg Grayson Garraty Auburn University Gracie Hancock Florida State University Kelsea Henry University of Florida Paula Hernandez Gap Year Mollie Johnson Texas Tech University Rylee Johnson Loyola University New Orleans Jacqueline Joyce Florida Gulf Coast University Jaime Jurado Florida State University Elisabeth Kamm Marist College Ashley Kelly Hillsborough Community College Kristina Kennedy Florida Atlantic University Olivia Kirkpatrick New York University Ruby Knopik University of Florida Caroline Lamoutte University of Florida Bryanna LaRussa University of Florida Julia Lester University of Florida Kendal Lewis Florida State University Amelia Llerena University of Miami Alejandra Lozano Florida State University Sajani Mantri Fordham University
Marjorie Markines Florida Gulf Coast University Margaret Marquart Villanova University Madison Matesich University of Florida Rosa Maurer Saint Leo University Jayne McLaughlin University of Florida Jazlynn Mendoza Tallahassee Community College Jade Meurer Regis University McKenzie Miller University of South Alabama Grace Minton University of Florida Anya Muyres Missouri Valley College Karlee Nipper Auburn University Carolina Oliva Auburn University Lily Oliva Florida State University Rebecca Parrillo Fordham University Alexandra Perez Florida State University Bailey Piboolnuruk University of Southern California Miranda Plummer University of Nebraska at Lincoln Eva Prendergast University of Florida Jeanine Ramirez Saint Leo University Clarisse Ramos Marquette University Ashley Repar Elon University Olivia Rivas Agnes Scott College Pia Roca The George Washington University Alicia Rooney Florida State University Veronica Sanchez University of Miami Patricia Sandoval The University of California, Davis Taylor Shaw University of Florida Larissa Simon The University of Tampa Skyler Sinardi Florida State University Avery Stanechewski Caldwell University Remi Storch University of Florida Caroline Swenson University of Mississippi Alessandra Tanase Savannah College of Art and Design Atlanta Bryanna Tanase University of South Florida Stefannie Tanase Nova Southeastern University Christina Thompson University of Florida Adriana Torres Florida Atlantic University Almarosa Torres Loyola University Chicago Grace Toups Texas Christian University Gabrielle Tremonti Southern Methodist University Emilie Ulbricht Belmont University Sofia Varon University of Florida Gabriella Verdugo Santa Fe College Jessica Villa University of South Florida Gabrielle Vivero University of Mississippi Maya Williams University of Miami Camille Yodzis Florida Gulf Coast University Caroline Yount Tulane University Maria Zeno Florida Atlantic University
Congratulations, ladies!
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GRADUATION
GRADUATION
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8TH-GRADE GRADUATION
Ava AccardiHaley AngelSergio Angel-RianoJustin BaileyTiger BalesReid BallardOlivia BarauskyJoely BarkettSamuel Bissett IVMadison BissettAudrey BoosEleanor BoosMadeleine BoosKasey BrennanAna ButlerLex CapitanoGabriella ConsalvoMegan CorriganGrace CostantiniSean DohertyIsabella EdbrookeSpencer EppsMacie FerrerReagan FinchAlexa FredericksVictoria FuentesDominic GarciaAngelina GonzalezTara GrayCarmen HarrellJeremiah JeffreyAndrew KaiserSamuel KnopikIsabella KrawetzMei LamisonRyan LeavyAnthony Maceovsky
VALEDICTORIANSamantha Weaver
SALUTATORIANTomas Varon
DADS CLUB SCHOLAR-ATHLETE AWARDJohn Bales and Grace Orama
MOTHERS ASSOCIATION AWARDSamuel Knopik and Isabella Piboolnuruk
Congratulations, graduates!James MaxwellLuke McConnieThomas MeyerSamantha MillerCatherine MintonMadeline MoffettSofia MontillaMina MuellerDru NewtonAva OlivaChase OlivaGrace OramaIsabella PiboolnurukRyan PorcaroNicholas PresseyMichael QuackenbushCarson ReamsTessa RiccoClaire RoganAmanda RogasGeorgia RuffoloMatthew SalustroIsabella SchellmanTommy SchweitzerAndy SebekHalston SetonMeadow SmithLeah SolomonCasey TevlinHannah TraudSebastian UribeTomas VaronTrevor WardellSamantha WeaverRayna WeitzmanOlivia WilliamsDaniel Youakim
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The Tony Award-winning smash “Bye Bye Birdie,” a musical inspired by the phenomenon of Elvis Presley and his draft notice into the army, opened on Broadway April 14, 1960. Fast forward exactly 56 years and Academy of the Holy Names’ Theatre Department was proud to present this true American classic on its opening night anniversary!
In total, 111 students auditioned and 88 were cast from five Bay-area schools. The cast and crew joined together for more than 60 rehearsals, sold 1,010 tickets, and dedicated 165 hours to set design and construction. Academy performing arts teacher Vivan Kimbler said of the show, “The dedication and commitment from our students never ceases to inspire me!”
For additional pictures, visit facebook.com/AHNTampa.
Bye Bye Birdie
ARTS
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the musical
Cut loose ...
COMING TO AHN APRIL 7-9 , 2017 !
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MS Theatre PresentsTHE LITTLE MERMAID JR.The 7th- and 8th-grade drama classes performed the enchanting musical, “The Little Mermaid Jr.,” this spring. The students cleverly created a magical underwater world for King Triton, Ursula, Ariel and her sisters. The sweeping musical score, penned by Alan Menken, included favorites like “Part of Your World,” “Under The Sea” and “Poor Unfortunate Soul.” The students performed for the student body during school and for the parents in the evening. Cast members were commended for a job well done!
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HIGH SCHOOL SPRING SPORTS ROUNDUPS
LACROSSEHead Coach – Ariana Louder Assistant Coaches – Lisa Mumford, David Louder
Record: 6-6
The lacrosse team built on the momentum from last year’s inaugural season and closed the season with a four-game win streak. The team finished one game back from qualifying for postseason play but earned an overall 6-6 record. A season highlight included a thrilling 7-6 overtime victory against Robinson High School, who finished as the no. 2 seed in our district.
SOFTBALLHead Coach – Don Barron Assistant Coaches – Jeff Krone, Michael Valdes
Record: 18-5 Postseason: District Champion; Region Runner-up
The team won its second consecutive district title and finished the season as region runner-up for the second consecutive year. A highlight of the season was a three-game sweep of Tampa Catholic, which included the victory that claimed AHN’s 4A-Distict 2 title.
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COLLEGE-BOUND STUDENT-ATHLETESAvery Stanechewski Volleyball, Caldwell University
Olivia Kirkpatrick Swimming, New York UniversityElisabeth Kamm Rowing, Marist CollegeOlivia Rivas Tennis, Agnes Scott CollegeJessica Villa Soccer, University of South FloridaJulia Lester Soccer, University of FloridaAnya Muyres Softball, Missouri Valley College
SENIOR ATHLETE OF THE YEARJulia Lester
Lester also received the 2016 Janet Alvarez Female Soccer Player of the Year award, which recognizes the outstanding Hillsborough County high school soccer player whose performance best exhibits the pursuit of athletic and academic excellence. Lester is the first Academy athlete to receive the award since 1986.
THREE-SPORT VARSITY ATHLETESGreta Dieck Cross Country, Basketball, Track and FieldKatherine Hahn Cross Country, Basketball, Track and FieldMickey Carney Swimming and Diving, Basketball, Crew
HEART OF A CHAMPIONCamille YodzisCamille Yodzis (A’16), who was a member of the swimming and lacrosse teams, was selected to receive a $1,000 scholarship entitled the Heart of a Champion Award from the You Can Change the World, Corporation. This scholarship is based on leadership, maturity, work ethic and dedication.
COACH OF THE YEARKareem EscaygTampa Tribune Girls Soccer Coach of the Year, Tampa Bay Times Girls Soccer Coach of the Year
TRACK AND FIELDHead Coach – Ray Rodriguez Assistant Coaches – Kristin Lawrence, Kathleen Hughes, Eric Mader
Postseason: District Runner-up
The team won the title of district runner-up with 10 athletes qualifying for the region meet. Individually, freshman Greta Dieck earned the title of 2A-District 10 champion in the 1,600-meter and 3,200-meter races, as well as the 4x800-meter relay team of Morgan Graff, Emma Zazzero, Katie Jones and Greta Dieck. After the region meet, Morgan Graff (800), Greta Dieck (1,600) and the 4x800 team of Dieck, Graff, Emma Zazzero and Lindsay Calka qualified to compete at the state championship meet.
TENNISHead Coach – Sean Craft
Postseason: District Runner-up; Region Runner-up
The tennis team earned the titles of district and region runners-up and advanced to the region finals for the seventh consecutive season. At the district tournament, all five singles players advanced to their individual district final matches, with freshman Caitlin Neal earning the title of district champion. Neal's district title automatically qualified her for the FHSAA 2A state individual finals, where she advanced to quarterfinal action.
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CREW FACES THE NATIONGabbie Ragano (A’17) decided to try out crew the summer before her freshman year by attending a session of the summer camp put on by Coach Jorge Rodriguez. “I despised it and I thought it was miserable,” she reported as her teammates chuckled with sympathy.
Ragano painted the picture of her early days as a rower by reminiscing on her first day of in-season practice. “It rained … and I caught eight crabs in one day.” She pantomimes a “crab,” mimicking when a rower’s oar gets stuck under the water, causing the boat to lose balance and momentum. “I went home and cried but I kept coming back.”
When asked how she persevered, Ragano credited her teammates. The crew team is very close-knit as a result of seeing each other nearly every day, taking long bus rides or flights to away-regattas, and bonding over school, favorite movies, busy schedules, and the sometimes taxing effect crew can have on a student.
“Crew as a sport is about pushing yourself as hard as you possibly can until you think you are going to pass out,” Ragano explained. “The hardest part is mentally preparing yourself to endure that.” Sydney Lowman (A’19) remarked that being in a
boat that she has practiced in many times can put her mind at ease. “If you’re in a boat where you feel comfortable, on race day you’re excited and you think, ‘Let’s just go kill it.’”
Although a struggle, crew is a journey. It is a test of self-motivation, of personal improvement and of teamwork. It is time consuming and physically exhausting, but it is one of the most rewarding and fulfilling activities available to Academy students. Having a team of people who push each other to be better and who work hard to achieve is what makes crew a thrilling and gratifying sport, but at the end of the day having a team of unwavering, genuine friends is what sets crew apart as a life-changing experience.
In May, part of the team qualified for Scholastic Nationals, an event put on by the Scholastic Rowing Association of America. Academy sent three boats: a junior four, a junior double and a freshman quad. Upon arrival to Nationals in Columbus, Ohio the girls assembled at the race course in Dillon Lake State Park for a long two days of competition. The Academy boats fought hard in their races and had many close finishes, with the junior four and freshman quad placing fourth overall. The rowers and their coaches enjoyed a fun weekend of competition, carb-loading and Columbus life.
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CREW SUMMARYHead Coach – Taylor DeMesa Assistant Coaches – Stephanie Brouwer, Terri Orr and Jorge Rodriguez
At the Sculling State Championship, the AHNRC had an impressive showing with seven of nine entries competing in the finals. The Freshman 4x and Lightweight 4x placed 2nd scholastically, while the Varsity 2x placed 3rd in the Petite Final. The Junior 4x earned 3rd place overall, and the Junior 2x, Lightweight 2x and Varsity 1x were scholastic champions.
Two weeks later at Sweep State Championship, the Varsity 4+ placed 2nd and the Freshman 8+ placed 6th in the Petite Finals, while the Lightweight 8+ placed 5th and the 2nd Varsity 4+ placed 6th in the Grand Finals. The Freshman 4+ (Sydney Lowman, Isabella Thorpe, Anna Williams, Charlotte Carl and Theresa Tulsiak) placed 2nd overall and earned a trophy as scholastic champions. The Junior 4+ (Keri Kelly, Mickey Carney, Catie Moffett, Gabbie Ragano and Abbey Bennett) was state champion both scholastically and overall.
The Freshman 4x (Lowman, Williams, Dannie Daley and Carl), the Junior 2x (Ashley Anderson and Abby Morris), and the Junior 4+ (Kelly, Carney, Moffett, Ragano and Bennett) traveled to Ohio to compete in the Scholastic National Championships where the Junior 4+ and Freshman 4x placed 4th in the nation!
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By Keri Kelly (A’17) and Charlotte Carl (A’19)
In April, Dr. Kelly Glover Zavitz (A’03) was inducted into the Academy of the Holy Names Athletic Hall of Fame. While at AHN, Zavitz was a three-sport athlete, playing all four years on the volleyball, basketball and softball teams. She was an asset on each team, no matter the sport. Zavitz began her softball career playing little league and travel ball and continued as a four-year starter on the AHN varsity softball team.
In addition to excelling in sports, Zavitz was a superior student in the classroom, and she participated in many high school clubs and activities including Ambassadors, La Victoria Mission Trip and National Honor Society. Zavitz matriculated to The University of Tampa where she continued her softball career and received the The University of Tampa Dean’s Scholarship as well as an NCAA Softball Scholarship. She was voted team captain of the Women’s NCAA Division II softball team and held that position during her junior and senior years of college. She was also elected as a representative to the Student-Athlete Association Committee. In 2007, Zavitz was named a finalist for ESPN The Magazine Academic All-America Team and was selected for the Sunshine State All-Conference Second Team and Commissioner’s Honor
Roll. Zavitz graduated cum laude from The University of Tampa with a degree in biology in 2008.
Always striving to reach higher, Zavitz continued her studies at University of Kentucky, graduating with a Doctorate of Pharmacy in 2013. During her time in Kentucky, Zavitz was involved in many medical organizations, projects and presentations, and she was published several times. She now lives in Fort Myers, Fla., with her husband and works as a clinical pediatric pharmacist.
After accepting her medallion at AHN’s Spring Sports Banquet, Zavitz spoke of an article she had recently read, titled “Why Your Next Employee Should be a Former Student-Athlete.” She explained that the article outlines several qualities students gain from their athletic experiences, including being achievement oriented, resilient, strong communicators, team oriented and more. Zavitz closed by saying, “These are qualities that I use every day as a pediatric oncology pharmacist for a children’s hospital. Take it from someone who wore her jersey only a few years ago; try to learn from every experience you have as a student-athlete. You never know which one will come in handy.”
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KELLY ZAVITZ Kelly was joined at her induction by members of her family and former AHN athletic director and coach Jeff Pafunda.
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Athletic Hall of Fame Inductee
PRESTON TUCKER (A’04)In May, Preston Tucker (A’04) was inducted into the Academy of the Holy Names Athletic Hall of Fame at the Middle School Sports Banquet. Tucker attended AHN from 1997 through his 8th-grade graduation in 2004. While at AHN, he played basketball team and ran track and field. Tucker moved on to Plant High School, where he was a standout baseball player during his four years.
Tucker matriculated to University of Florida and played on the baseball team from 2009-2012. In 2009, Tucker became the first player in school history to earn the National Collegiate Baseball Writers Association Freshman Hitter of the Year Award and was co-recipient of the Southeastern Conference Freshman of the Year honor. Tucker set school records for most hits with 341, runs batted with 258 and at-bats with 1,035. He finished second in school history for most home runs with 57 and ended his college career with a batting average of .329.
After completing his senior year with the Gators, Tucker was drafted by the Houston Astros in the seventh round of the 2012 Major League Baseball Draft. After several seasons playing minor league ball, Tucker was promoted to the major leagues on May 7, 2015, and on May 21, 2015, he hit his first major league homerun in a game against the Detroit Tigers.
Tucker could not attend the Middle School Sports Banquet as he was in Boston playing against the Red Sox at the time, however, he visited the Academy in January to receive his Hall of Fame medallion. During his visit, several classmates and teachers joined in celebrating his successful athletic career, while Tucker spoke of his time at the Academy. “I definitely learned a lot here, intellectually and spiritually. I think what I learned played a big role in my life throughout high school, college and pro ball, helping me get through some tough times and persevere. I really enjoyed my time here, and I’m really going to enjoy this award.”
PRESTON TUCKER In January, Tucker visited the Academy to receive his Athletic Hall of Fame medallion.
Tucker is the first active professional athlete to be inducted into the AHN Athletic Hall of Fame.
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DADS CLUB Golf Tournament
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The Dads Club hosted a highly successful golf tournament this year, raising more than $53,000 for the Link Scholarship program. A full field of participants enjoyed beautiful weather at Cheval Golf and Athletic Club, a fabulous lunch courtesy of Jimbo’s Pit Bar B-Q, and a Hole-in-One contest sponsored by Rivard Buick GMC. The dads even looked the part in their fishing shirts provided by Coppertail Brewing Co.
The Dads Club is looking forward to an equally large turnout of enthusiastic players at next year’s event! Mark your calendar for the 22nd annual Dads Club Golf Tournament, to be held on April 3, 2017, at Cheval Golf and Athletic Club. Contact Shane Sommer at [email protected] for sponsorship opportunities.
GOLD SPONSOR Mastro Subaru of Tampa
SHIRT SPONSORCoppertail Brewing Co.
SILVER SPONSORThe Beck Group
BRONZE SPONSOR Ameriscape Services
Fernandez & HernandezGet Reel...Get Fish!Heritage InsuranceJimbo’s Pit Bar B-QCommercial Insurance Specialists LLCMarco’s Pizza
BANNER & OTHER SPONSORSNemo ExpressAEC Services Inc.Shumaker, Loop & Kendrick LLPSwenson ConstructionAVI-SPLRivard Buick GMCBay Area OB-GYN
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BLACK AND WHITE BY THE BAY RAISES $354,000
The Academy of the Holy Names annual fundraising gala, Black and White By the Bay, raised more than $354,000 for the school’s annual fund. Held at the Grand Hyatt Tampa Bay on March 19, some 500 Academy parents, alumni, faculty, staff, friends and guests donned their finest black-and-white attire (with splashes of purple, this year’s accent color) to enjoy an evening featuring silent and live auctions, Wine Wall and Kendra Scott jewelry pull, fine dining, a specialty cupcake buffet and lively entertainment from DeLeon. Academy parents Ashley Parkinson and Laurie Cuva chaired the event with the help of 26 dedicated, creative and tireless committee members.
The generosity of Academy patrons was evident before the evening’s event began, with more than $137,000 in sponsorships. The “Gas for a Year” raffle, donated by the Capitano Family and Radiant Food Stores, and the heated bidding during the live auction—which raised a record-breaking $64,000—made for great excitement. Additionally, patrons offered their support for a new state-of-the-art electronic marquee through $24,000 in fund-an-item donations.
The highlight of the evening was a special announcement of the largest alumni gift in the Academy’s history, $1 million, followed by a standing ovation for the generous donors, Richard Gonzmart (B’67) and Melanie Heiny Gonzmart (A’72).
Plans are already in the works, so save the date for next year’s Black and White By the Bay on March 25, 2017!
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OUR SINCEREST THANKS TO OUR 2016 BY THE BAY SPONSORSPRINTING PROMOTIONS AND MARKETING SPONSORVera and Greg Muzzillo—Proforma
PLATINUM SPONSORCherie and Harvey Schonbrun
CENTERPIECE SPONSORFaces of South Tampa
GOLD SPONSORSBales Security Agency Inc.The Dutkowsky FamilySeven One Seven Parking Services
and the Accardi FamilyTeco Energy, Jack Amor and
Cindy Estrada Amor (A’82)
BIDPAL SPONSORSFaces of South TampaPediatric Ear, Nose and Throat SpecialistsReeves Import MotorcarsShumaker, Loop & Kendrick LLP
SILVER SPONSORSMary and Shaun Brooker—
Quorum Services LLCHarvard Jolly ArchitectsLondon PhilipsSisters of the Holy Names of Jesus and Mary
COCKTAIL NAPKIN SPONSORStathopoulos Law Group, P.A.
PHOTO BOOTH SPONSORReplay Music Exchange
DESSERT BAR SPONSORMr. and Mrs. Lance R. Zingale Jr.
TABLE WINE SPONSORGonzmart Family of Restaurants
WINE WALL SPONSORSThe Beck GroupEdward Jones, David and Theresa Jones
Mastro Subaru Superstore
VALET SPONSORAbdoney Orthodonics
BRONZE SPONSORSAnonymous Barbas Nuñez Sanders Butler and Hovsepian Andrea and John BoydKelly and Ed Bulleit Cigna Dr. and Mrs. Joe Corcoran Angi and Geoff CronenGet Reel...Get Fish!The Grammig Family Lyndan Inc.Heidi and Alex OdioMaureen and Art RaimoHadley and Hector RiveraSabadell Bank TampaStockham Law Group
FRIEND SPONSORSNeisha and Jose BautistaDr. and Mrs. Robert CanoMindy and Tirso CarrejaMr. and Mrs. Scott D. CecilLaurie and Tony CuvaAlex and Mike DelpJanice and Herbert DonicaMr. and Mrs. Thomas A. DoyleNatalie Boos Elliott (A’85) and
Douglas Elliott—Blasters Inc.Renee and Shon FlahartyAlina and Dale GabbardGregory, Sharer & Stuart, CPAsMr. and Mrs. Rolando G. Guerra Jr.Heidi and Martin HernandezJ.P. Morgan, Private Bank—
Jana and Jeff BridgeGina and William JungLorraine and Jeff KorbRuth and Fred LynchDiane and John MasielloChristina and Nicholas MatassiniKatherine and Stan MaxwellMcConnie Fence CompanyNicole and Eric MintzVera and Greg MuzzilloOlder Lundy and Alvarez, Attorneys at LawVivien A. Oliva Kim and Brian OverstreetStephanie and Alejandro RomeroChristine and Joseph Rooth
SAGE Dining ServicesCarol and Todd SchweitzerJeanna and Andrew ShafiiAmy and Paul ShoukryCarla and Byron SmylTherxServices Inc.Thompson, Sizemore, Gonzalez
& Hearing, P.A.Kim and Andres TobonAskin Uysal, M.D.Michele and David VailWashington Partners LLCMimi and Andrew Wasielewski
GAS FOR A YEAR SPONSORRadiant Oil—The Capitano Family
JEWELRY PULL SPONSORKendra Scott
FUND-AN-ITEM SPONSORMcEnany Roofing and Contracting Inc.
FACULTY AND STAFF SPONSORSMr. and Mrs. Matt EvansNancy and Ronald FlotoRuth and Fred LynchDr. and Mrs. Sam MartinoNicole and Eric MintzThe Ogden FamilyVivien A. Oliva Mr. and Mrs. Segismundo QuinoñesMr. and Mrs. Hector RiveraMr. and Mrs. Rick ScottMary Beth and Mark SchnellCarol and Todd Schweitzer Dr. and Mrs. Esfandiar ShafiiCarla and Byron SmylDr. and Mrs. Paul Zaritsky
SPECIAL THANKSSr. Carmella DeCosty, SNJMThe Diaz FamilyMr. and Mrs. Matt EvansRobyn and Jim DunnKerry KeeganMr. and Mrs. Gregory LinknerMrs. Thomas J. QuinbyKendra Scott
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PARENT ANNUAL FUND2015-2016
$264,580total amount raised
$952average gift
$40,814two-night Phonathon
$7,530corporate matches
$1,600tuition gap
Pre-Kindergartengreatest participation 77%
50%schoolwide participation
51%new family participation
109first-time donors
56BMR level gifts
($1,500+)
A SPECIAL THANK YOU TO THE 2015-2016 PAFP CHAIRS, HEATHER AND TOM STATHOPOULOS.
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JENNIFER LISTON BIGELOW (A’90) Appointed Diocesan Superintendent
Jennifer Liston Bigelow (A’90) became the superintendent of schools for the Archdiocese of Arlington, Va., in July. Following her role as principal at The Franciscan School in Raleigh, N.C., overseeing 700 students in kindergarten through 8th grade, Bigelow now leads more than 12,900 students in 37 elementary schools and 3,600 students in four diocesan high schools throughout northern Virginia.
Bigelow’s love for learning is evident from her own education and her teaching career. She is a graduate of the University of Florida and holds master’s degrees in history and educational leadership from the University of South Florida. She is in the final stages of completing a doctoral degree in educational leadership from North Carolina State University, with a focus on Catholic school leadership and the role of the pastor-principal relationship. Bigelow spent three years teaching in Pasco County before a position opened in the Academy’s high school history department, where she taught AP U.S. History, American History and AP European History. She was promoted to director of curriculum and instruction, and after a short time living in Vermont, Bigelow returned to Academy as elementary school principal.
It was three months into that role that Bigelow married her husband, Todd, in the Chapel of Blessed Marie Rose Durocher. Each of the Elementary School students brought in a flower that was placed in a vase lining the ambulatory. The two have been married 10 years and have a 3-year-old daughter, Caitlin.
Bigelow’s career path is rooted in her Academy foundation. She reminisces about her time in NFL with Sister Mary Patricia Plumb, which gave her the confidence to speak in front of groups about things she is passionate, and Sister Mary Glavin mentoring her about continuing her career in Catholic education. It was Pat Alchediak (S’59), her former teacher whom she replaced in the history department, who inspired her to become an educator and pursue her doctorate.
Her time as curriculum director allowed her to work with both elementary school and high school teachers, providing her “an amazing window into what teachers deal with every day and what they bring to students and how passionate they are.” As principal, she enjoyed getting to know families and see how much they appreciated the gift of Catholic education. She loved seeing alumni send their kids to the Academy.
Bigelow’s appreciation for the Academy community is evident. As a teacher at the Academy, Bigelow loved that she shared a bond with her students in their experience as Academy girls. She is even Facebook friends with former students. “I love that not only am I close with my classmates but a lot of my former students, and I’m thrilled to see what they have done with their Academy education.”
As she begins her new path, Bigelow has many goals already in place. Working in a geographically large diocese, she says, “I really think it’s important for the superintendent to be the chief advocate of each school. To be effective in doing that, you really need to get out and visit each school to see their own Catholic identity.”
Bigelow will continue to build strong relationships with businesses and government entities to foster relationships with Catholic schools. With the close proximity to Washington, D.C., she sees a lot of potential for government and arts partnerships. With affordability being a big issue for many families, she would like to grow an endowment for tuition assistance to make Catholic education as affordable as possible.
She wants to help each of the schools tap into some of the best educational practices across the country to determine successful programs and professional development opportunities. She thinks the changes happening at the Academy can serve as a model for future changes in her diocese. In continuing down her path in Catholic education, Bigelow will draw upon her Academy foundation while making great strides in her new role.
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ALUMNI Spotlight
In May, 98 young women and their families enjoyed the Silver Coffee and Rose Ceremony, an 84-year-old tradition at the Academy. Hosted by the HNAA and the Mothers Association, attendees enjoyed coffee, tea sandwiches and sweet treats. After coffee, the seniors descended the front staircase, and each received a pink rose.
Following the Silver Coffee and Rose Ceremony, the seniors and their mothers proceeded to the Blessed Marie Rose Durocher Chapel for the Alumni Induction Ceremony. Each senior signed the HNAA membership book, lit a candle and received a certificate of alumni status.
Michele Diaz Avila (A’82), whose daughter, Alicia Avila (A’16), was among the honorees, presented a special reading. Nina McGucken Alvarez (A’01) spoke about her time at the Academy, telling the seniors, “Although I don’t know many of you personally, I can say without hesitation that all of you will be successful in your next venture. How do I know this? Because you’re an Academy girl. I know where you came from, because it’s the same place I came from. You’re prepared, you know what it takes to succeed and you will continue to be successful.”
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Isabella Alfonso receives her rose during the ceremony.
Grace Minton, Veronica Sanchez, Audrey Cooper, Alexandra Perez, Madeline Bales and Caroline Lamoutte.
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Senior members of the Quarter Notes—Stefannie Tanase, Rebecca Parrillo, Emilie Ulbricht, Avery Dierks and Melissa Alvarado—lead their classmates in singing the “Alma Mater.”
Dave Meurer (B’89) and Jade Meurer Ashley Kelly receives her rose during the ceremony.
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Bailey Piboolnuruk, Maya Williams, Elisabeth Kamm, Caroline Yount and Sajani Mantri. Gillian Dunne, Jaime Jurado, Gillian Anthony and Grace Alexander.
AHN LIFERS! GIRLS WHO HAVE ATTENDED AHN SINCE PRE-KINDERGARTEN OR KINDERGARTEN. BACK ROW: Megan Bajo, Jennifer Amor, Grace Minton,
Elisabeth Kamm, Lily Oliva, Carolina Oliva, Madeline Bales, Jaime Jurado and Jacqueline Joyce. FRONT ROW: Kelsea Henry, Ruby Knopik, Mary DesRosiers, Bailey Piboolnuruk, Julia DiFabrizio and Gabriella Accardi.
It’s a family affair for Catherine Accardi Storch (A’88), Chloe Storch (A’14), Remi Storch (A’16), Sylvia Valenti Accardi (S’65), Gabriella Accardi (A’16), Gianna Accardi (A’14), Danielle Accardi and Andrea Martino Accardi (A’93).
ACADEMY’S SENIOR AMBASSADORS. BACK ROW: Kendal Lewis, Maggie Marquart, Julia DiFabrizio, Taylor Shaw, Maya Williams, Emilie Ulbricht, Gabrielle Vivero, Eva Prendergast, Rebecca Castellano, Megan Bajo and Skyler Sinardi. FRONT ROW: Pia Roca, Alicia Rooney,
Grace Toups, Sara Chowdhari, Sajani Mantri, Caroline Lamoutte, Clarisse Ramos, Grace Alexander and Gabrielle Tremonti.
AHN LEGACY GRADUATES WITH THEIR MOTHERS. Katie Trautmann Dierks (A’85), Avery Dierks, Velen Diaz Thompson (A’83), Christina Thompson, Cindy Estrada Amor (A’82), Jennifer Amor, Alicia Avila, Michele Diaz Avila (A’82), Jacqueline Brooker, Mary Quiqley Brooker (A’88),
Catherine Accardi Storch (A’88), Remi Storch, Olivia Rivas, Cecilia Vargas (A’88), Alexa Spoto Matesich (A’92) and Madison Matesich.
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BOYS INDUCTIONOn May 11, the 8th-grade boys were inducted into the HNAA. Faculty and parents attended the ceremony in the Blessed Marie Rose Durocher Chapel. Each young man signed the HNAA membership book, lit a candle and received a certificated of alumni status. Rick Garcia (B’84) spoke to the audience about what he gained during his time at the Academy, telling the young men, “Stay true to the morals that you have learned here. You will stumble and fall, and fail to live up to them from time to time, as every fallible human does. The important thing is to continue to strive to be a man of character. This will make all the difference for your future happiness and success.”
THE GENTLEMEN OF THE CLASS OF 2016. BACK ROW: Carson Reams, J.P. Maxwell, Tiger Bales, Sam Knopik, Andrew Kaiser, Justin Bailey, Tomas Varon and Andy Sebek. CENTER ROW: Sean Doherty, Chase Oliva, Ryan Porcaro, Reid Ballard, Matthew Salustro, Jeremiah Jeffrey, Sebastian Uribe, Trevor Wardell, Luke McConnie and Anthony Maceovsky. FRONT ROW: Sergio Angel-Riano, Michael
Quackenbush, Tommy Meyer, Spencer Epps, Lex Capitano, Dominic Garcia, Tommy Schweitzer, Ryan Leavy, Daniel Youakim, Dru Newton, Faxon Bissett and Nick Pressey.
LIFERS—BOYS WHO HAVE ATTENDED AHN SINCE PRE-KINDERGARTEN OR KINDERGARTEN! BACK ROW: Spencer Epps, Tiger Bales, Sam Knopik, Andrew Kaiser, Sebastian Uribe, Justin Bailey, Luke McConnie and Anthony Maceovksy. FRONT ROW: Sergio Angel-Riano, Jeremiah Jeffrey, Chase Oliva, Ryan Leavy, Trevor Wardell, Daniel Youakim and Andy Sebek.
AHN LEGACY GRADUATES BACK ROW: Nick Jeffrey (A’11), Jeremiah Jeffrey, Rick Garcia (B’84), Dominic Garcia, Tiger Bales, Andrew Kaiser, Kyle Knopik (A’07), Sam Knopik, Brandon Bailey (A’13), Justin Bailey, Sam Youakim (B’82) and Anthony Maceovsky. FRONT ROW: Pam Larkins Doherty (A’87), Sean Doherty, Spencer Epps, Jennifer Reina Epps (A’84), Sergio Angel-Riano, Chase Oliva, Ryan Leavy, Trevor Wardell, Daniel Youakim, Toni Castellano Maceovsky (A’87), Andy Sebek and Joan Corces (A’80).
Daniel Youakim lights Luke McConnie’s candle during the induction ceremony.
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AHN CLASS OF 1966 – 50TH ANNIVERSARY! BACK ROW: Pamela Bailey Powers, Mary Robie, Susan Griffis, Mati Perez-Pisanty Bacardi and Robyn Davis. FRONT ROW: Margaret Mariniak Rinaldi, Josette Tringali Konczeski, Teresa Bay Guardia and Barbara Muller Booher.
AHN CLASS OF 1961 – 55TH ANNIVERSARY! BACK ROW: Marie Faour Bobak, Sally Thompson, Ann Reams Griffin and Lena Chansing Hohenadel. FRONT ROW: Cathy Pacyna Rogers, Marie Boyle McGillivray, Audrey Gros Smith and Sara Maddux.
SHA GOLDEN GIRLS CELEBRATING 50+ YEARS!BACK ROW: Sr. Mary Haskins, SNJM (S’54), Betty Alchediak Mest (S’64), Donna Caruso Baccarella (S’60), Mary Ann Fernandez Fontaine (S’64), Joan Mann (S’56), Pat Alchediak (S’59) and Liana Fernandez Fox (S’56). FRONT ROW: Nancy Alchediak (S’56), Sr. Dolores Wehle, SNJM (S’58), Wanda Frederick (S’47), Margaret Frederick (S’50) and Joan Beranek Rodriguez (S’55).
AHN GOLDEN GIRLS CELEBRATING 50+ YEARS! BACK ROW: Margaret Wallace Pickering (A’59), Mary Ann Martinez Lewis (A’60), Therese Cullen Seal (A’60), Josie Alessi Leece (A’60), Shirley Gifford Rivera (A’60), Marie Faour Bobak (A’61), Sara Maddux (A’61), Sally Thompson (A’61), Lena Chansing Hohenadel (A’61), Audrey Gros Smith (A’61), Ann Reams Griffin (A’61), Mary Frances Menas Smith (A’62) and Marie Boyle McGillivray (A’61). FRONT ROW: Sandra Greco Diaz (A’62), Tessie Ferlita (A’62), Dianne Garcia Rivera (A’60), Kathy Hawkins Favata (A’60), Diane Griffin (A’64), Sally Zendegui Flynn (A’64), Carol Anne Arduengo (A’64), Michaele Taylor Rao (A’64) and Cathy Pacyna Rogers (A’61).
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AHN CLASS OF 1991 – SILVER ANNIVERSARYHeather Bingham Smithson, Celeste Fernandez Pramberger, Julie Hogan Sakre, Carla Cornett and Melissa Gonzalez Irvin.
AHN CLASS OF 1971 – 45TH ANNIVERSARY! COMING BACK FOR THE SIXTH YEAR IN A ROW! BACK ROW: Jeannie Grim Holton, Susan Massari-Cohn, Cynthia Rogers, Lea Melchior, Riley Williams, Saundra Kennedy, Louise Agliano Buckmaster, Martha Haynes and Karen Cuervo Rocha. FRONT ROW: Maggie Donaghy Bailey, Linda White Slowikowski, Yvonne Casey-Ford, Missy Cloen Kester, Kevin Murray, Barbara Spada Callahan, Hope Pedrero Diamantis, Laura Gonsalves and Dawn Dicharry Sokalski.
AHN CLASS OF 1972 – 44 YEARS! LARGEST TURNOUT OF A NON-ANNIVERSARY CLASS! BACK ROW: Rita Pyman McKenna, SNJM and beloved teacher Sr. Suzanne Hixson, Karen Cooper Angell, Ann Lindsay Curtis and Raquel Carrodeguas-Timberlake. FRONT ROW: Joy Carter, Patricia Willing, Kathryn Rousseau Lykes and Diana Olmo Sullivan.
AHN CLASS OF 1976 – 40TH ANNIVERSARY!BACK ROW: Carey Cardinale DiPompo, Lena Cavallo Sjoblom, Debbie Garczynski DiSalvo, Wendy Wood Scott, Bee D’Alessandro Everett and Angie Garcia Ammon. FRONT ROW: Joyce Collins Contrades, Kathleen McKee Smith, Marisa Heaton Trevino, Marian Serrano Kennell, Kaffie Gallmon Wilcoxon, Patricia Grandoff Imel and Lynn Poe Reynolds.
AHN CLASS OF 1986 – 30TH ANNIVERSARY! Jeanette Campbell Capella, Greta Heinz Brooks, Donna Palios Trakas and Michelle Finger Cantoni.
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Happy to be back together! Class of 1986 members with Sr. Ann Regan (third) include Greta Heinz Brooks, Donna Palios Trakas and Dr. Jeanette Campbell Capella.
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AHN CLASS OF 1996 – 20TH ANNIVERSARY! BACK ROW: Nicole Capitano Nassif, Deanna Tindale Belton, Christie Benitez Lopez and Jacqueline Taylor Carricato. FRONT ROW: Jana Reid, Andrea Sultenfuss Canada, Michelle Gorecki Robinson and Michelle Hawke O’Steen.
AHN CLASS OF 2006 – 10TH ANNIVERSARY! Allison Wallrapp, Kelly Carey, Khadeeja Safdar, Liz Sullivan and Andrea McElveen.
SNJMs! BACK ROW: Sr. Mary Haskins (S’54), Sr. Mary Glavin, Sr. Anne Celine Turner and Sr. Dolores Wehle (S’58). FRONT ROW: Sr. Ann Regan, Sr. Margaret O’Brien (A’49), Sr. Suzanne Hixson and Sr. Mary Patricia Plumb (A’55).
1 Kathleen Sheridan and Sarah Norris represented the Class of 2011.
2 Enjoying a delicious Brunch complete with Mimosas! Dr. Pat Alchediak (S’59), Anna Marie Rodriguez Cox (A’83) and Mindy Stevens (A’83).
3Traveling from Afar! Mary Jo Campbell (A’68) from San Francisco, Calif., Andrea Sultenfuss Canada (A’96) from Whitestone, N.Y., and Pat Torres (A’68) from South Tampa!
4 Sisters Teresa Martinez Goan (A’65) and Mary Ann Martinez Lewis (A’60).
5 Michelle Gorecki Robinson (A’96) with son, Tyler.
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1947Patricia Long Davidson, a retired executive assistant and longhorn cattle breeder, has created a bucket list that includes the AHN Reunion and the Kentucky Derby in 2021, the year of her 90th birthday!
1953Edith Cockcroft [email protected]
S 1958Rosemarie Pollock [email protected]
1961Sandra Greco Diaz has six grandchildren. Ansley, Aidan and Brennan, the children of her son Bill Diaz, reside in Atlanta. McKenzie, Grant and Avery are the children of her son Anthony Diaz. McKenzie completed her first year as a freshman at AHN. Grant graduated from Christ the King and will be a freshman at Jesuit this fall. Avery is a student at Christ the King and will make the 5th grade very exciting!
1966Claudia Rowley [email protected] (813) 493-4051
1968Pat [email protected]
Sue Johnston Bunch recently retired from Lopez Elementary School after 30 years teaching—24 years at that school. As an avid Tampa Bay Rays fan, Bunch celebrated with a “ray-tirement” party.
1971Karen Cuervo [email protected]
1972Mimi Hutcheson planned to compete in the IRONMAN Lanzarote in Spain on May 21. She finished 3rd in her division at IRONMAN Cozumel in November.
1973Jo Ann [email protected]
Class Correspondent
B 1974
Bill Schifino Jr. was sworn in as the 68th president of The Florida Bar in June. Schifino is managing partner in the Tampa office of Burr & Forman LLP, and he is a Board Certified specialist in business litigation. As Bar president, he will focus on finding a way to connect lawyers who are unemployed or underemployed with citizens who don’t have access to legal services, address issues that could affect the judiciary and examine diversity and inclusion in the profession. He was named AHN Alumnus of the Year in November.
Lincoln Tamayo was named a Luminary by the Junior League of Tampa. The Luminaries, in partnership with WEDU PBS, is an annual recognition program to showcase outstanding men and women who have made a lasting community impact through inspiring leadership, empowerment and advocacy. Lincoln is head of school at Academy Prep Center of Tampa and vice president of center operations for Academy Prep Foundation.
1974Nolan Power [email protected]
40 SUMMER 2016
ALUMNI UPDATES1947-1987
LET’S HAVE A Class Reunion
CLASSES TO CELEBRATE IN 2016-2017:
1967 (50 years)1972 (45 years)1977 (40 years)1987 (30 years)1992 (25 years)1997 (20 years)2007 (10 years) 2012 (5 years)
Gatherings for the classes will take place on Friday and/or Saturday, June 9 and 10,
2017. The anniversary classes will be honored by the Holy Names Alumni Association at the annual Alumni Dinner on Thursday, November 10, 2016, at Palma Ceia Golf and
Country Club, and will be honored again at the Alumni
Homecoming Mass and Brunch on Sunday, June 11, 2017.
If you have any questions or want to help plan the festivities
for your class reunion, contact Director of Alumni Relations Patty Bohannan via email at pbohannan@
holynamestpa.org or phone at 813-839-5371, ext. 376.
1976Angie Garcia [email protected] (813) 288-9764
Nancy Yanez Walker married Billy Walker, senior inspector with the U.S. Marshal Service, in October 2011. Nancy retired from the 13th Judicial Circuit as the chief deputy court administrator and moved to Georgia with her husband.
1977Stephanie [email protected]
1978Sandy Meyer [email protected]
Twenty beautiful ladies from the Class of 1978 reunited for a St. Patrick’s Day dinner in March!
1980Arleen Quinones is vice president of investor relations and corporate communications at Tech Data Corporation. Tech Data is one of the world’s largest wholesale distributors of technology products, services and solutions.
1981Victoria McGovern and the Burroughs Wellcome Fund have established the postdoctoral enrichment program, which is a minority-focused program that has provided approximately 30 postdoctoral students with $60,000 during the past three years to support training activities that ultimately make them more competitive in the job market. The Burroughs Wellcome Fund also administers small institutional grants that are intended to help implement career development programs created by offices of postdoctoral affairs or graduate-student clubs.
1982Kim Savoy [email protected]
1983Mary Alice Fernandez [email protected]
1985Jodi [email protected] (813) 786-0983
1986Suzette [email protected]
1987Dana Leon [email protected]
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B 1988Andre Kirwan has been promoted to commercial relationship vice president at The Bank of Tampa. Andre has a well-established legacy of volunteer and community service leadership. He serves as the president of both the Warrick Dunn Foundation and No Strings Attached, and he was named a Tampa Bay Lightning Community Hero in 2014.
1989Jennifer Fernandez [email protected]
1990Lisa Griffin [email protected]
1991Meg O’Connor [email protected] (858) 925-3770
1992Dina Busciglio [email protected]
1993Lisa Sanabria [email protected]
1994Casey Hurley [email protected]
1995Shannon Ratliff [email protected] (703) 405-3942
1996Michelle Gorecki [email protected]
1997Melissa Fernandez [email protected]
1998Erin [email protected]
1999Courtney Blakeman [email protected]
2000Kalinda [email protected]
Nicole Stookey is the new deputy director of legislative planning for the Florida Department of Health.
the musical
Cut loose ...
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ALUMNI UPDATES1988-2009
ALUMNI EVENTSATHLETIC HALL OF FAME NOMINATION DEADLINE
September 15, 2016
ALUMNUS OF THE YEAR NOMINATION DEADLINE
September 15, 2016
ANNUAL ALUMNI DINNER AT PALMA CEIA GOLF AND COUNTRY CLUB
November 10, 2016
CLASS OF 2016 CHRISTMAS LUNCHEON
December 15, 2016
YOUNG ALUMNI HOLIDAY MIXERDecember 20, 2016
ALUMNI PHONATHONFebruary 26-28, 2017
NINTH ANNUAL ALUMNI EASTER EGG HUNT
April 1, 2017
SILVER COFFEE AND SENIOR INDUCTION CEREMONY
May 11, 2017
BOYS INDUCTION CEREMONYMay 16, 2017
REUNION WEEKEND MASS AND BRUNCH
June 11, 2017
Visit www.holynamestpa.org for more information on these
events. Click on the Alumni tab, then Upcoming Events.
2001Amber Schonbrun [email protected]
2002Victoria Pardo [email protected]
2004Claire [email protected]
2005Jessica [email protected] (813) 541-5377
James Crater and Chase Merlin started Spera Health, a behavioral healthcare company based in Nashville. The company builds software tools that help people with addictions, depression and anxiety live better lives. In the fall, they have pilot programs planned with major national networks, including a subsidiary of the largest in the United States. Visit sperahealth.com to learn more.
2006Kelly [email protected] (813) 625-1246
2007Emily [email protected]
Jami Goodman lives in Nashville, Tenn., where she is a development assistant for the Vanderbilt University National Commodore Club.
Mallory Mullen was just appointed a Young Ambassador for the Florida House in Washington, D.C.
2008Meggie [email protected]
Hilary Hunt is leaving her position as a broadcast reporter at Little Rock NBC and Fox affiliates to become a news anchor in Northwest Arkansas at NBC affiliate KNWA-TV and Fox affiliate KFTA-TV.
Elizabeth Marchetti lives in Hoboken, N.J. She works in New York City, where she is an associate designer for Kohl’s Department Store.
Chris Swanson won the NCAA 1,650 freestyle championship in March with a time of 14:31.54, winning with a margin of just 0.12 seconds. He is the first Ivy League male swimmer to win an NCAA title in 26 years.
2009Shannon [email protected]
Peter Alonso and Spencer Trayner were both signed in the 2016 Major League Baseball Draft. Alonso was selected by the New Jersey Mets, and Trayner was selected by the St. Louis Cardinals.
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2012Reena [email protected]
Helen Barrett graduated in May with a Bachelor of Science in nursing, summa cum laude, from Georgia Southern University. Helen was one of the top three students in her class, graduating with highest honors.
Dominic Kynkor was the co-valedictorian of the Jesuit High School Class of 2016. Dominic will attend Georgia Tech University in the fall.
2013Cailin [email protected]
Alexandra Gerecke was inducted into Phi Kappa Phi at The University of Tampa. She was selected to be the editor-in-chief of the Moroccan, the UT yearbook, for the 2016-2017 school year.
Christina Gerecke received the Business School Foundation Kenneth Jackson Award for Decision Science at the Stetson University School of Business Administration Honors Banquet.
2010Olivia [email protected]
Monica Strady is the executive editor of Stetson Law Review.
2011Meredith [email protected] (813) 468-4647 or (813) 454-2737
2014Hannah [email protected]
2015Mica [email protected]
Caroline Lozo is a student at Marist College in Poughkeepsie, N.Y. As a freshman, Caroline played the #2 spot on the Marist tennis team. She is really enjoying college life!
HALL OF FAME & ALUMNUS OF THE YEARSubmit your nominations online.
AOY: http://holynamestpa.org/alumni/alumnus-of-the-year
HALL OF FAME: http://holynamestpa.org/student-life/athletics/hall-of-fame
44 SUMMER 2016
ALUMNI UPDATES2010-2015
Weddings
Tonia Campisi (A’98) married Jason Lupa on March 2 in Hawaii. The couple resides in Parkland, Fla.
Alexandra Garcia (A’08) married Joseph Wilson on April 30 in Chestertown, Md.
let all that you do be done in love.
1 Corinthians 16:14
LUPA Tonia & Jason MARCH 2, 2016
Alexandra & Joseph APRIL 30, 2016 WILSON
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ALUMNI
for unto us a child is bornLaurel Cremer
Michael Vincent Messina
Stella Rae Cottom
Ryleigh Grace Wertz
Quinn Haliczer McDonnell
Sevi Rose and Scottie Grace Rodriguez
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Patrick McGucken (A’94) and wife, Amy, welcomed their son, Samuel Bryant, on February 4. He weighed 9 pounds, 1 ounce, and was 21.5 inches long. Samuel joins his big brother, Patrick.
Melissa Matassa-Stone (A’97) and husband, Coby, welcomed their son, Copper Blake, on March 31. Copper joins his big sister, Ruby, at their home in Missoula, Mont.
Amber Schonbrun McDonnell (A’01) and husband, Tim, welcomed their son Quinn Haliczer on March 16. He weighed 6 pounds, 4 ounces, and was 20.5 inches long. Quinn joins his big brother, Declan.
Candice Reda Rodriguez (A’01) and husband, Eugene, welcomed twin daughters Scottie Grace and Sevi Rose on March 13. Scottie Grace weighed 5 pounds, 12 ounces, and Sevi Rose weighed 6 pounds, 4 ounces. Both girls were 19 inches long.
Maureen Sanborn Cottom (A’02) and husband, Alex, welcomed their daughter Stella Rae on February 23. She weighed 7 pounds, 12 ounces. Stella joins her big sister, Annabelle.
Annette Ruelf Messina (A’02) and husband, Michael, welcomed their son, Michael Vincent, on February 23. Michael weighed 6.6 pounds and was 19.5 inches long.
Kristin Luttrell Wertz (A’02) and husband, Brian, welcomed their daughter, Ryleigh Grace, on December 27. She weighed 8 pounds, 10 ounces, and was 19.75 inches long. Ryleigh joins her big brother, Noah.
Terin Barbas Cremer (A’03) and husband, Jake, welcomed their daughter, Laurel, on February 27. Laurel weighed 8 pounds, 3 ounces.
Stephanie Packrall Spicknall (A’03) and husband, Andrew, welcomed their daughter, Zoe Paige, on May 6. Zoe weighed 7 pounds and was 19.75 inches long.
Samuel Bryant McGucken
Zoe Paige Spicknall
Copper Blake and Ruby Stone
for unto us a child is born
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Bert Almeda, grandfather of Dr. Jacqueline Jakubiec (A’09) and Tess Jakubiec, current AHN student.
Theresa Cox Anderson (A’80).
Geraldine “Geri” Diaz Bajo (S’53), sister of Dr. Leopoldo Diaz (S’55), sister-in-law of Elaine Suarez Diaz (S’60), mother of Pedro F. Bajo Jr. (B’80), Ricardo Bajo (B’81) and Dr. Pamela Bajo McClelland (A’89), grandmother of Alexandra Bajo (A’13), Megan Bajo (A’16), Dennis “Michael” McClelland Jr. (A’15) and current Academy student Emily McClelland, and aunt of Christopher Diaz (B’81) and Claudine Diaz Caballero (A’86).
Nirda Barcena, mother of Linda Barcena Watts (A’61).
Peter D. Cardillo, grandfather of Brittney Cardillo (A’05), Erin Cardillo (A’06), Megan Cardillo Lopez (A’08) and Claire Cardillo (A’15), and grandfather-in-law of Ben Lopez (A’04).
Mary A. Cooper, mother of former Academy board member Stephen Cooper and grandmother of Sara Cooper McIntire (A’98).
Milagros Cors, grandmother of current Academy teacher Ana Gonzalez and great-grandmother of Andre Gonzalez (A’06) and Sofia Gonzalez (A’15).
Mazil Trahan Couvillon, mother of current Academy teacher Rachael Donovan and grandmother of Michael Donovan (A’03) and Meaghan Donovan (A’05).
Janet Blanchard D’Alessandro, mother of Richard “Adam” D’Alessandro (deceased, B’70), Bee D’Alessandro Everett (A’76) and Beatty D’Alessandro (B’74).
Lola Mary DiFabrizio, grandmother of Julia DiFabrizio (A’16).
Joe Fernandez, father of Mary Alice Fernandez Lopez (A’83), father-in-law of Burke Lopez (A’79), grandfather of Jana Merkle Hampton (A’97), Benjamin Lopez (A’04), Abigail Lopez (A’11), Miranda Lopez (A’14), Kathryn Fernandez (A’10) and current Academy student Daniel Lopez, and grandfather-in-law of Megan Cardillo Lopez (A’08).
Stella Flynn, mother of Michelle Flynn Turnbull (A’66) and Dee Dee Flynn Domeier (A’68).
Mary Alice Corrigan Grant (A’54), daughter of Mary Bernadine Knight Corrigan (deceased, A’27).
Lynn Hampton (A’61).
Elizabeth “Joan” Hickey (A’71), daughter of Betty Grandoff Hickey (A’50), sister of Linda Hickey Bumgarner (A’73), Suzanne Hickey Runey (A’76), Diane Hickey Durkee (A’77) and Patrick Hickey (B’80), sister-in-law of Cecilia Perez Hickey (A’74), and niece of Sister Maybelle Hickey, SNJM (deceased, A’27).
Roenthia “Ronnie” Constantine Hutchinson (A’42).
Lorena Jaeb, mother-in-law of Stacey Easterling Jaeb (A’88).
Dr. Patricia Nugent Jeansonne, mother of Aimee Jeansonne Becka (A’90).
John B. Kenny, grandfather of Garrison Daly (A’11).
David King, father of David King (deceased, B’76), Daniel “Dan” King (B’77), Carol Lynn King Marino (A’82) and Christopher King (B’86), father-in-law of former Academy teacher’s aide Deenna King, and grandfather of Carly King (A’15) and current Academy student Matthew King.
Thomas M. Lom, father of Nicole Lom (A’00).
Deborah McCutcheon, mother of Julie McCutcheon Scrivener (A’93).
Dr. Andrew McKeveny, husband of longtime Academy teacher Karen McKeveny and father of Andrew “Sam” McKeveny (B’89).
Mary Beth Thaete Morris (A’69).
Bob Norberg, uncle of Anne Mikos (A’10), and “Mr. Bob” to all Dominican Republic missionaries.
Tania Teresa Salinas Oliva (former Academy student), sister of Islee Salinas Oliva (A’54) and Sandra Salinas Juster (A’56), and aunt of Islee Oliva (A’77) and Tania T. Oliva (A’81).
Audrey Phethean, mother of Sally Phethean (A’77).
John Pluchino, father of Erin Pluchino (A’11) and Casey Pluchino (A’14).
Anthony Richard Rodriguez, brother of Patricia Rodriguez Abood (S’55), and brother-in-law of Joan Beranek Rodriguez (S’55).
Faiza Shah, mother of current Academy teacher Naheed Haider and grandmother of Jafar Haider (A’04).
Carmen Moran Simon (A’33), mother of Carolyn Simon Fosselman (A’66)
Shirley Johnsen Stinson (A’53).
Mace Sutherland, father of current Academy teacher’s aide Sandra Bell and grandfather of Janece Bell (A’08).
Thomas Andrew Timberlake II, husband of Raquel Carrodeguas-Timberlake (A’72), and father of Thomas “Tommy” Timberlake III (A’05).
William “Bill” George Valder, husband of Lucy Sanchez Valder (S’56).
Russell Williams, husband of Cathie Grubbs Williams (A’68).
Sara Ciccarello Yglesias, grandmother of Patrick Sheffield Jr. (A’93), Dr. Sara Sheffield (A’01) and Michael Milchin (A’07).
With Sincere Sympathy
Sister Mary Spellicy, SNJM (formerly known as Sister James Bernard).
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Sr. James Mary (a.k.a. Sr. Anna Mackey) instructs a student in science class using a 3-D flower model. In today's science classes, students have the capability to design and print their own models using 3-D printers, such as with the megalodon teeth.
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