Summer 2019 the PROFILER

Summer 2019 THE PROFILER

2019 Time Capsule 1 Table of Contents July 1 is an interesting day for the head of a school to be asked for some thoughts as it is Villa’s official “New Year’s Day.” We have just come off an exciting school Letter from the President [ 2 ] year with new clubs, tons of accomplishments — a soccer state championship and an appearance at nationals for rocketry in the team's first year, just to highlight a few — Founded in Faith. wonderful college outcomes, and of course, the construction of the new Performing [ 3 ] Update Arts Center (PAC). To say 2018-2019 was eventful would be an understatement. Fore! the Girls Golf Outing For me, graduation at the Basilica was especially beautiful, happy and holy this [ 3 ] year. It seemed each and every person in attendance was joyous — and we even had A Reflection from a glorious weather! The ceremony (view at www.vjmhs.org/graduation) seemed to [ 4 ] Graduating Senior's Dad capture and celebrate everything that makes the Villa community so special for us all. We prayed, celebrated, laughed, lauded, and supported each other at the start Always Jems: of a new chapter for the Class of 2019. We look forward with anticipation to hear- [ 5 ] 2018-2019 Achievements ing about all the amazing things that the newest crop of Jems will do as they go beyond our beautiful campus. I especially am grateful for the inspiration I person- [ 5 ] Faculty Spotlight ally get each day just by standing at the front door. We who get to call Villa home are truly blessed. Athletics At Villa, the month of June didn't quite bring rest, as we had incoming freshmen [ 6 ] bonding at Great Adventure, summer camps and classes beginning, underclass- men learning in Europe together, and robust groups serving others in Mount Car- [ 8 ] Class of 2019 mel, PA (where Mother Maria got it all started) and Bois de Laurence, Haiti. Helping those around us wherever we are is inherent to the Villa culture, and I am in awe at Mission & Ministry: Haiti how naturally our girls give of themselves — just because it is who they are. [ 10 ] Now, we look forward to the future. This fall brings the first events in the new PAC, new class offerings in Engineering and Law, a new sailing team and the [ 10 ] Wall of Fame brightest incoming class in Villa history. We will work hard to finish the plans for our NEXT project — the construction of our centerpiece Student Center, a new main All About Alumnae: Class [ ] hallway, and St. Joseph North first floor for STEAM classrooms, labs, maker spaces 12 Notes & Event Highlights and practice studios for the performing arts. The future looks very bright indeed! In Memoriam [ 15 ] Recently the huge cross was mounted on top of the PAC, and I first saw it when I pulled in at night, lit up like a beacon. [ 16 ] Save the Dates I was struck by the fact that looking up is what we should try to do each and every day. By looking up to the cross, we are The Villa Dramatic Society all called to strive to be our very best selves for the good of [ 16 ] & Performing Arts Center Emily Borell 20, Tom Kardish, others, and that call is different for each and every one of us. Grace Borell 19 It is also a reminder that, when we start to feel pulled down by life, we can always find comfort, guidance and peace by Thomas A. Kardish Anne Perez looking up at Him when we need it most. ion t President Director of Guidance For all of us at Villa, this summer began what I antici-

ra pate to be a very Happy New Year! I pray that the coming t Lauren Gaughan Carr ’00 Karla Hurlbert months provide you all with strength, happiness, and peace Principal Director of Technology as we work hard to provide the resources to assist all Villa dminis students to develop their own unique skills, talents, and Marissa Brown Becky Flynn Hensel ’99 desires to discover the person God calls them to be.

Villa A Dean of Student Affairs Athletic Director Always more, Always better, Always with love, Tom Stephanie McCarthy Bernard Labencki Director of Mission & Ministry Business Manager Founded and sponsored by the Sisters of St. Casimir, Villa Joseph Marie High School, a private Catholic college- Stephanie Gahagan Armand Adams preparatory school for young women, defines itself by the special charism of its Foundress, The Venerable Mother Director of Admissions Facilities Manager Maria Kaupas, and by the life and teachings of Jesus Christ. Modeling Mother Maria's belief in a life of faith, love, and Jennifer Drayer-McDonald service, the dedicated faculty encourages and celebrates the Director of Institutional dignity, potential, and uniqueness of each student. A Villa Advancement graduate is a Christ-like woman committed to a life of faith and service, a lifelong learner, and an empowered global citizen. 2 1957…The year American inventor Walter Frederick Morrison sold the rights to his flying disc to the Wham-O toy company, which later renamed it the “Frisbee”… John Lennon and Paul McCartney met for the first time, three years before forming the Beatles…and “Leave It to Beaver” premiered on CBS. This year holds a very special place in the story of Villa Joseph Marie, as well. It was in this year that construction of the current school building was completed, the expanding student population having outgrown Maria Hall, the original school building. Like the toys, musical groups, and television of yesterday, Villa Joseph Marie has had to keep up with a changing society. More young women today are choos- ing to continue their education in fields such as biomedical engineering, aeronau- tics, and actuarial sciences. But, like their Villa sisters who went before them, they want to play sports, sing in the choir, and give their time in works of charity, as well. In March 2019, Villa announced the first capital campaign in the school’s history, Founded in Faith. Fulfilling the Mission. This momentous occasion was celebrated with a cocktail reception held March 3. Amid the ice and snow of late winter, more than 80 leadership donors gathered to witness the progress of the building, hear from students and faculty on the effects of the new Performing Arts Center on the future of Villa, and revel in the progress of the campaign. Funds from this extraor- dinary campaign are being used to complete the performing arts center and will set the stage for the construction of a STEAM hallway on the first floor of the school, complete with robotics, computer, and innovations labs, a sound booth, recording Interested in learning more studio, and media center, in addition to renovated mathematics, science, and tech- about Villa's growth? Visit nology classrooms. Already, $3.4 million has been raised toward the $6 million goal. www.vjmhs.org/give/expansion.

Fore! the Girls Eighteen holes. Lunch. Dinner. A little fundraising and a lot of fun. This is the Villa Joseph Marie Golf Outing. Now in its 20th year, the 2019 Golf Outing will be held on Monday, Septem- ber 30, at Jericho National Golf Club in New Hope, PA. The Villa Golf Outing was initiated in 1999 by a group of Villa parents and friends as a function of Villa’s Parents’ Guild. Spear- headed by Sal and Pat Caimano, the first two events were held at Middletown Country Club and raised a couple thousand dollars each year. Approximately 30 golfers, and Villa’s newly formed Golf Team, were active participants in the success of the Outings. To elevate the prestige of the Outing and promote increased participation, the event was moved to an early Spring date and, under the guidance of Ron and Carol Zemnick, Spring Mill Country Club was secured as the new venue. The new location, which also served as the “home” club for Villa’s Golf Team, provided the beautiful greens, excellent food, and exceptional service that helped propel the Outing to raise $15,000-$20,000 per year for the Guild for the next 17 years. Under the guidance of Parents’ Guild Fathers Committee Chairmen Tom Burns, Tim Edbrooke, Roger Messina, Mike Ty- siak, Rob Boyce, Billy Eisler, and Andy Taylor, new and exciting fundraising opportunities and increased sponsorship have been introduced to the Outing. The Outing Committee is particularly excited to host the 20th Annual event at Jericho National. This exclusive location promises to continue the tradition of excellence expected for the Outing at a great price. For more information or to register for the 2019 Golf Outing please visit www.vjmhs.org/golfouting.

3 A Reflection From a Graduating Senior’s Dad As the very proud parent of a recently graduated Senior, I was service, the arts, campus ministry, or any number of different both honored and taken aback when I was asked to share a reflec- things, it doesn’t matter. Villa has so many opportunities, and each tion. I was honored for quite obvious reasons, but taken aback be- girl has a wonderful gateway to pursue the path that she wants to cause it doesn’t seem possible that our daughter Meghan’s four pursue based on her passions and interests. But it’s not just the op- years have gone by so quickly. What a perfect frame those four portunities, it’s the Villa people who lead and guide our girls, and years provide for my reflection, which I know my wife, Lynn, shares. the Villa girls themselves that make these opportunities special. Thinking about the last four years, I realized how blessed I am Which leads me to some things that I believe separate Villa in to have had the privilege of watching Meghan grow in so many a unique and special way. To start, Villa is founded in our Catholic positive ways from her first day at Villa through graduation. faith, and that is such an important part of the experience our girls Meghan began her Villa journey as a relatively young and un- have. In this environment, our girls learn, grow, and develop while sure freshman. She graduated a few short weeks ago as a mature supported and guided by wonderful and caring faculty, staff, and and confident leader, very well prepared for the next phase of her administration. And while they’re forming life-long friendships! life. How does this happen? As we experienced with Meghan... Whether in the classroom, on a sports team, as part of the school play, on a service trip, in the band, or even just walking the hall- ...one of the special things about Villa is that ways between classes, our girls are surrounded by people who gen- it not only allows each girl to uinely care about them and are committed to their development. chart her And I can say first hand that Meghan has made wonderful friend- own path, but also supports and encourages ships that I know will last a lifetime, friendships that began on her each girl on that path. first day of school freshman year. How lucky she’s been to have had these awesome friends for the last four years and moving forward! I won’t list Meghan’s many experiences and accomplishments, Another seemingly simple part of the Villa experience that but will mention just a couple to give you a sense of what that may just seem “nice” is something that happens almost every day. path could be. From my perspective, this thing that happens is much more pro- Meghan’s journey as a four year starter and two time captain of found, however, and speaks perfectly to what Villa is all about. At the Varsity Softball team was amazing on so many levels. Lead- the start of the day, our beloved President (Mr. Kardish, or “TK,” ership. Teamwork. Overcoming injuries and obstacles. Commu- or “Tom”), greets our girls with a smile and starts their day by wel- nication. Discipline. Confidence. I could go on. The bonds and coming them. He holds the door open for them. Think about that friendships she formed were special and enduring. How she was and let it sink in. Think about what such a simple act teaches our treated and welcomed as a nervous freshman to how she treated girls. Think about, in light of “TK’s” responsibilities as President, and welcomed the nervous freshmen as a senior captain gave us what a priority he puts on this. Think about how it makes our girls great joy and great pride. By the way, we made some fantastic new feel, whether they’re having a great start to their day or a difficult friends in the bleachers every year! Competitive varsity sports in start to their day. Whether they’re happy or sad. Care free or wor- high school can be many things, and not all positive. At Villa, ried. Actions speak louder than words, and this seemingly “nice” Softball was a true team sport that became an incredibly positive thing that Mr. Kardish does is really so much more. And I know developmental experience for Meghan. Meghan loved it and appreciated it, as did her dad. The other experience I’d like to mention was the opportunity I could say so much more. My words simply don’t do Villa jus- Meghan had to travel to Haiti on a service trip with Villa Pres- tice. Villa truly is a special place, and Lynn and I are so bless- ident Tom Kardish, Villa staff and, of course, other Villa girls. ed to have watched Meghan grow into the incredible young lady It’s exceptionally difficult to describe this experience in written that she has become over the past four years. While we’re sad words. A truly transformational experience. Words don’t do jus- to see her leaving, we’re so proud of all that she’s accomplished, tice to what Meghan and the girls did with and for the people in and happy for the experiences that she’s had. When you see your Bois de Laurence. From the dental clinic they ran, to painting the daughter work so hard, supported throughout by such caring peo- school, to attending Mass with the community, to the daily inter- ple, and achieve her dream of going to Notre Dame, it doesn’t get actions with the children…in giving so much, Meghan received so much better than that. We’re thankful to Villa not just for that, much more. Being immersed in this third-world country provided but for what I’ve expressed above and much more. It truly is a a lifetime of meaningful experiences and perspective, and at such special place, and a wonderful place for your daughter to “grow a young age. I had the opportunity to drive Meghan and Jackie up” during four very formative years. Always More. Always Bet- back to Villa from JFK Airport when they returned home. I really ter. Always with Love. wish you could have listened to what I did: Both girls recount- ing and expressing openly, honestly, and vividly what they had David and Lynn Alexander just experienced and their authentic thoughts on the experience. are the parents of Meghan What a gift they gave me on that two hour car ride (full disclosure Alexander ’19, who will – Meghan also had very impactful service opportunities in Phila- attend the University delphia, Chicago, and other places while at Villa). of Notre Dame to Varsity Softball and the Haiti trip are two experiences that my major in Chemical daughter had. The beauty of Villa is that, whether it’s athletics, Engineering in the fall.

4 ALWAYS JEMS FACULTY SPOTLIGHT Congratulations to the Villa students who participated in the All-Catholic I NY Orchestra. Sabrina DiNofa ’20 (Clarinet), Glory Daniel ’21 (Violin), Olivia Glunz Villa Fine Arts ’20 (Violin), and Gabby Perotti ’20 (Bass). The group performed a variety of pieces department members spanning from Holst’s “Mars, Bringer of War” to Tchaikovsky’s “1812 Overture.” Mrs. Melissa Holdren and Mrs. Alissa Nelson Sincere thanks to our parents, business donors, volunteers, faculty, and staff, who supported Villa’s Annual Spring Auction on March 30. We raised nearly $100,000 attended the Broadway for the girls! Save the date for next year’s Auction on Saturday, March 28, 2020. Teachers Workshop this July in New York City. July 8, 2019 Mrs. Wisniewski and the English Honor Society packed They had the opportunity up 2,068 books (78 boxes of books and 3 school supplies to learn from top directors (Thomas Kail-Hamilton, boxes), totaling 2,511.6 lbs. Thanks to all who donated and Jeremy Dobrish, David Loud-The Scottsboro Boys, helped pack up the boxes! Special thank you to Grey Nun Curtains), actors (Alicia Albright-Frozen, Euan Academy, who donated close to 400 lbs of books, and to Morton-Hamilton, Rashidra Scott-Ain't Too Proud, the Venth family, who donated the shipping costs this year. Jeff Kready-Tootsie), and coaches. Also on the schedule were four Tony nominated/award winning Ten students and five staff members attended this March's Chicago Immersion Trip. Students had the opportunity to interview the Sisters to document their stories musicals including Tootsie, Ain't Too Proud: The Life and record an oral history of the Sisters of St. Casimir. and Times of The Temptations, The Prom, and King Kong. Being immersed in collaboration with teachers The student-run CRS Color Run raised just over $2,000 and directors from across the county and around the to donate to Catholic Relief Services! We had over 100 run- world has inspired Mrs. Holdren and Mrs. Nelson to ners and more than 50 people volunteering or donating to bring back what they learned to Villa and our new the cause. Thank you to everyone for your participation! Performing Arts Center in the fall!

Congratulations to Villa’s 2019–2020 Diocesan Scholars: Olivia Glunz ’20 and Isabelle Anzabi ’20. As Diocesan Scholars, both girls will be able to take college courses, tuition free, after school, beginning next fall.

An Eagle Landed at Villa. On January 31, Villa had a surprise visit from Philadelphia Eagles running back and Superbowl LII champion, Corey Clement. He spoke to students about his background, his dedication to the Eagles, the importance of education and setting goals for yourself. September 22, 2018 The Villa students welcomed him with open arms and MANY screams. In addition to speaking, he signed autographs, took photos and even Villa Students and Teachers Face Off live streamed from a few girls’ phones. Villa thanks him tremendously for taking the It was the ultimate challenge as Maddie Marriott ’20, time to really make our Spirit Week one to remember. This visit to Villa piggybacks Cait Carolan ’20, and Emily Cahill ’20 took on on multiple of the Eagles players responding on social media to Keeley Connor ’19, Mathematics Chair Mr. Pete Wisniewski, English when she posted about her devastation over an Eagles loss and her “inability” to take teacher Mr. Mike Pacenski, and Athletic Director/ her midterm exams that following Monday. All in good fun, she did take her midterms Social Studies teacher Ms. Becky Flynn Hensel (and did very well), but the players’ responses sure helped raise her spirits (and the rest of the school’s, too). on Fox29’s new game show, The ClassH-Room. Airing on October 15, the competition was tight, Congratulations to Julie Garrison ’21 who has been select- but the teachers won with a final score of 420 to ed as the Hugh O'Brien Youth Leadership (HOBY) 300. Everyone had a great time at this friendly representative for Villa for 2019. The alternate winners are competition. Audience members included student Maddy Kupper ’21 and Emily Aschenbrenner ’21. They alternate Samantha O’Hara ’19, members of the Villa attended the seminar in June at Albright College. HOBY Cheerleading squad, Principal Lauren Carr, and other Leadership Seminars empower high school sophomores to staff, family, and friends. Congratulations to all! develop their leadership talents to become the leaders of their community.

5 This listing is just a small highlight of the ALWAYS JEMS 2018-2019 school year's noteworthy events. Grace Matwejic ’21, Alex Venth ’21 and Gianna Fiduccia ’21 participated in the Villa staff members that celebrated major #LeadLikeAGirl Conference at Stuart Country Day School. Each girl gave a STEM anniversary years in 2018-2019: talk based on her science fair project and participated in other STEM and leadership-re- Marysue Costanzo Armond Adams 5 lated sessions, including keynote speeches by Girls Who Code founder Reshma Sau- William Dennis Ellen Brooks 5 jani and Dr. Aprille Ericsson, Aerospace Engineer with NASA’s Goddard Space Flight Center. At the end of the day, Grace received the 2nd place award for her STEM talk. Erica Franzzo Lauren Carr 5 Stephanie Gahagan Becky Flynn Hensel 5 Tara Czekner ’20, Katie Bruni ’20, and Jessie Aniloff ’20 Sherri Jokic Bernie Labencki 5 won the National NPR Podcast Contest through Colleen McClain Anne Perez 5 Civics 101. Villa was told that theirs was chosen because it Anthony Micalizzi Marissa Brown 6 had sound design, enthusiasm, and well-edited, informa- tive script writing. The girls, led by Mr. Anthony Micalizzi, CONGRATULATIONS! Rachel Oakley Sonny Facenda 8 did a phone interview with the hosts of Civics 101 on the Tina Schuster Mike Bolognese 9 last day of school. This interview and their winning pod- Karen Scott Karla Hurlbert 9 cast will be aired on NPR sometime later this year. Stephanie McCarthy 5 Terry Ryan 20 Meghan McKeever 5 Mark Fitzpatrick 22 Villa’s Rocketry team — Annalise Schuck ’22, Mikealani Perales ’22, Erin Mc- Terry Smeraglio 5 Cathleen Murway 24 Fadden ’22, and Madeline Patrick ’22 — was named as a National Finalist in this Melissa Holdren 0 Laurie McBrinn 37/(40) year’s Team America Rocketry Challenge. They placed in the top 100 of 830 teams and advanced to compete on Saturday, May 18 in Virginia at the TARC Final Fly-Off. Marguerite Adams 50 Congratulations on this major accomplishment, especially as such a young team. And some people add even more years coaching!

AACA All-stars VILLA ATHLETICS Fall 2018 Winter Swimming Basketball kicked off the season with a major highlight at an away game by All-League 2nd Team beating Nazareth Academy on a last-second shot. The girls worked hard this entire Sabina Hartmann (100 Yard Breaststroke) season and advanced to the AAAA district playoffs. The team is full of young talent and hopes to be successful again next season. Spring Lacrosse Keeley Connor Cheerleading competed in 5 competitions, including districts, and cheered at all home basketball games. The team worked together to advance their skills and Ellie McLaughlin are now working even harder to advance at districts this coming season. They have Samantha O’Hara truly learned what it means to work as a team, pushing to be on top. Softball Meghan Alexander Lacrosse finished up the season proud. With solid returning upperclassmen Maria Gordon and new freshmen, the team played tremendously through their wins and losses. Gabby Hocker Led by captains Keeley Connor ’19, Geena DeAngelis ’19 and Samantha O’Hara ’19, the team advanced to the first round of Districts, giving it their all. Individual Track & Field congratulations should also be given to varsity goalie Samantha O’Hara ’19, who All-League 2nd Team recorded a season high of 201 saves. Sabrina Rockelmann (300m Hurdles) Clare Staudenmeier (Triple Jump) Rowing fielded a Varsity 8 this season for the first time in the program’s 3-year history. The girls in the boat qualified to take it to the National Championship Regatta, where they finished 22nd. The Freshman 8 also qualified for the National Championship Regatta, finishing 13th. The Junior 4 and the Freshman 4 also had great seasons. The program continues to mature and grow, and the girls will be out there again in the fall honing their skills.

6 FACULTY SPOTLIGHT

Science Fair - Villa: Individual Top Honors: Gianna Fiduccia ’21, Team Top Hon- My Experience on ors: Emily Borell ’20, Charlotte Stubbs ’20 || Bucks County Science Fair: 1st WHEEL OF FORTUNE Place award Botany: Tara Czekner ’20, 2nd Place awards Chemistry: Va- It has been a dream of larie Rubinstein ’22, Earth and Space: Megan Kraunelis ’22, Microbiology: Gianna mine for as long as I Fiduccia ’21, Physics: Elizabeth Bowe ’22, Team: Maya Joseph ’21, Emily Verespy can remember to go on ’21, Team: Amy Bloesch ’20, Emily Dwyer ’20, Honorable Mention awards Wheel of Fortune. Every Team: Jessica Angelucci ’21, Alex Venth ’21, Team: Maddie Miller ’20, Abby Wyatt ’20, Team: Katie Campbell ’20, Molly Taylor ’20 || 71st Annual Delaware Val- time I would sit there and watch the show I ley Science Fair: All nine Jems that competed — Amy Bloesch ’20, Tara Czekner April 5, 2019 ’20, Emily Dwyer ’20, Valarie Rubinstein ’22, Megan Kraunelis ’22, Gianna Fiduccia would say “I’m going ’21, Elizabeth Bowe ’22, Maya Joseph ’21, and Emily Verespy ’21 — received a “Certif- to be on there one day.” Cut to October 2018. After icate of Excellence” for “outstanding effort, achievement, creative ability, and scientif- sending in numerous audition tapes, and then being ic thought for a science fair research project.” In addition, Amy Bloesch ’20 and Emily selected to audition in person, I finally received the Dwyer ’20 were “Special Award” winners. letter: “Congratulations! You have been selected as a contestant for Wheel of Fortune.” I will admit I On opposite sides of Villa’s front entrance, you’ll find the school’s 1956 date stone (school wall) and the newly added 2019 date stone (PAC wall). The 2019 date stone cried in front of my family! In April, I flew out to Los will conceal a time capsule that we’ve filled with Villa memorabilia, such as a Angeles, California for the taping with my husband. current school uniform, graduation tassel, school academic and athletic awards, event At the Sony Pictures building, I filled out a lot of t-shirts, and printed materials. A flash drive that contained a digital slideshow, course paperwork, had my makeup done by a professional, selection guide, and school branding guide was also included. Let’s hope that when and even met Vanna! Then we practiced spinning the the time capsule is opened, they’ll know what a flash drive is! (cover photo) wheel which is extremely heavy (2,400lbs) and had a little photo shoot behind the wheel. There were five shows taped in one day and I was randomly selected to appear on the third show. I had no communication with my husband once I entered the building so he had no idea when I was going on stage until I did. Sailing's inaugural season began with captain Mackenzie Smith ’20, co-captain When it was finally my time, words could not even Devin Smith ’22, and Mackenzie Robertson ’20. The team had a few students trial describe what was going through my mind. After practice, and incoming Jem Dillan Smith ’23 placed first in the crew position for having the absolute worst luck ever for multiple open fleet. Great job girls! The team is looking forward to a strong start in the fall. rounds, I took a chance and solved the Prize Puzzle round. I had no money at the time, and I decided to Softball had another amazing year in the league. Led by seniors just solve the puzzle because I knew I was going on Meghan Alexander ’19 and Gabby Hocker ’19, the team battled back in a trip somewhere. I won a cruise for 2 to Portugal many tough games to come out on top time and time again. Their continued for 8 days, 7 nights valued at $13,290! When the hard work on the field landed them a spot in the 4A playoff bracket, and, with a game ended, I was the big winner just from winning tough loss in extra innings, the Villa softball team finished 9-10. the cruise. I advanced to the bonus round but was not able to solve the puzzle. I did make sure to tell Swimming had one of their best seasons this year. With the addition of new Pat that it was “a mean joke,” in which my students members and the team's partnership with the Father Judge High School swim team, make sure I hear about on a daily basis. The episode the girls were able to beat teams twice their size. This was also the first season that aired on May 22, and I was happy to finally be able to the program had a relay compete at States. The team is small but mighty, and they talk about it! Overall, this was definitely an amazing are planning a repeat successful season next year. experience and a dream come true for me. Although I didn’t win the money, I won a trip that my husband Track & Field's winter season was dedicated to strength, conditioning and I will never forget. I would encourage you to and event technique, and the team finished the spring season achieving this year’s keep being persistent if there is something you want primary goal: getting better. Most of the team qualified for the AACA Championships and don’t give up. I would have never imagined that in May, which resulted in a solid 4th place. The Jems were led by Samantha I would have this opportunity, and now you all know Pawluczyk ’19 (5th, 100m), Juliana Littley ’19 (4th, 100H), Sabrina Rockelmann ’19 that I secretly love Wheel of Fortune! My husband (2nd, 300H), Lily Dineen ’20 (4th, 400m), Clare Staudenmeier ’19 (2nd, TJ; 3rd LJ), and the team's 4x1 relay (3rd, season’s best). Notably, Clare Staudenmeier ’19 (Triple Chuck and I are looking forward to our cruise to Jump) also competed in her fourth straight PIAA AAA District Championships. Portugal in the summer of 2020. Mrs. Victoria Grebloski, Mathematics Teacher 7 CLASS OF 2019

Congratulations to the Class of 2019 Villa Joseph Marie High School The Class of 2019 was offered $20.5 million in scholarships and merit grants.

Villa would like to congratulate the members of the Class of 2019 for the Many students in the Class of 2019 also following awards: Valedictorian Award: Anne Jeanette Ardito | Salutatorian won awards for individual subjects. We Award: Caroline Brandt | Venerable Servant of God Maria Kaupas Award for wish congratulations to all members of Exemplifying the Mission of Villa Joseph Marie High School: Jacqueline the graduating class for their outstanding Armetta | Sisters of St. Casimir Award: Erin Devine | Father Sirvaitis Award for Outstanding Display of Catholic Values: Bridget McDonough, Jenna accomplishments. We will surely miss you Pintimalli | J.E.M. Community Service Award: Camila Drobac, Akriti Jaikumar and hope that you come back to visit us! | President’s Award for Excellence: Always More: Megan Connelly, Always A full list of senior awards and video Better: Mackenzie Seewagen, Always With Love: Brooke Matteson, Always Villa: from the graduation ceremony is available Grace Borell, Always a JEM: Samantha O’Hara | Award for Outstanding School at www.vjmhs.org/graduation. Leadership: Meghan Alexander, Gabrielle Hocker, Kaitlin Lawler, Samantha O’Hara | Villa Joseph Marie Faculty Award: Victoria Petner | Diamond Key Student Ambassador Award: Grace Borell | Good Citizenship Awards: Madison Buchinski, Talia Carey, Holly Gola, Bridgette Gomes, Mary Lynskey, Victoria Masciulli, Anna McDonald, Morgan Morawski, Anna Needle, Samantha Pawluczyk, Victoria Petner, Grace Ridgway, Sabrina Rockelmann, Lauryn Stark, Clare Staudenmeier, Alaina Tulskie, Elizabeth Wagner, Macy Wenner | Perfect Attendance Award – 4 Years: Bridgette Gomes, Gabrielle Hocker, Gianna Santilli | Diocesan Scholars 2019-2020: Bridgette Gomes, Margaret Wade | The Presidential Award for Educational Excellence: Gold Medal Awards: After taking the Class of 2019’s Samantha Agnew, Meghan Alexander, Anne Jeanette Ardito, Jacqueline professional graduation photo, we couldn’t Armetta, Grace Borell, Caroline Brandt, Keeley Connor, Geena DeAngelis, help but snap a “fun picture” of this Erin Devine, Camila Drobac, Kellett Fiscus, Holly Gola, Catherine Goldner, fabulous group of girls. Can you spot who Bridgette Gomes, Gabrielle Hocker, Akriti Jaikumar, Alexa Johnson, Grace Kennedy, Kaitlin Lawler, Juliana Littley, Victoria Masciulli, Brooke Matteson, photobombed the photo in the center back? Anna McDonald, Bridget McDonough, Mackenzie Newton, Samantha O’Hara, Hint: He’s one of our fearless leaders. Victoria Petner, Jenna Pintimalli, Sabrina Rockelmann, Lauryn Stark, Clare Thanks for always making us laugh, Staudenmeier, Alaina Tulskie, Nicolette Tumasz, Margaret Wade Mr. Kardish!

June 1, 2019 Legacy graduates in the Class of 2019 were Margaret Wade (Mary Nagle Wade ’81) and Jacqueline Armetta (Christine Heys Armetta ’84). Mary and Christine read a prayer at the graduation ceremony.

9 MISSION & MINISTRY in Haiti Villa girls completed a service trip to Bois de Laurence, Haiti ry of Abraham, and how this fully-devoted man of the Lord wor- in June. Accompanied by Mr. Kardish, Mrs. Oakley and alumna ried about God’s plan for him. God spoke to Abraham and said Alexa Bannon ’18, nine seniors witnessed the overwhelming kind- “Do not be afraid, Abram. I am your shield, your very great re- ness of both children and adults of this country. They served by ward.” (Gen. 15:1) Just as with Abraham, God wants us to trust in painting the newest school, playing soccer and dancing with the Him and know that he is King of all. Father Bavon’s message gave many children in town, and bringing medical supplies to the clinic. me the exact message I needed at that moment, further resonating with me the reminder that God is God. The opportunity to focus God is God, and love is love. These are two incredibly inspir- on my faith and on scripture made this trip even more fulfilling. ing lessons learned on the Villa service trip to Bois de Laurence, The second lesson was taught to me by two groups of peo- Haiti. The first was graciously provided by our host, Father Bavon, ple: the children of Haiti and the Villa girls on the trip. Love is during Mass on Wednesday night. His homily focused on the sto- love. Regardless of the language you speak or where you come from, kindness is the same in every language. We were all a bit nervous about the fact that the residents don’t speak English. My very rusty French only took me so far, but I quickly realized it simply did not matter what I said. The people of Bois de Laurence, in particular the dozens of children that were always waiting outside the rectory for us, only cared about one thing — the fact that we were there. Kindness was shown everywhere. The children loved us the minute we arrived. Throughout the week, they were tending to us in any way they could. From holding our hands and guiding us on our walks through town, to wiping the paint splatters off of our arms and face, to learning our names so they could connect with us personally, they never seemed to run out of kindness. Without missing a beat, the Villa girls simply returned that kind- WALL OF FAME Our 2019 Wall of Fame inductees, who will be honored at our Maureen Cleary annual Wall of Fame celebration on Saturday, September 7, 2019, College Admissions, 2000-2002 are two truly amazing women. Villa is proud to announce that our 2019 inductees are Maureen Cleary and Sister Johanna Admissions Director, 2003-2010 Marie Shainauskas, SSC. Congratulations to both of our very Director of Institutional deserving inductees! advancement, 2007-2015 Parent of two Villa Alumnae Currently serving as a Member of Villa’s Board of Directors Nomination by Anne Perez, We welcome your Director of Guidance at Villa Maureen wore many hats during her time at Villa. From personal tributes! Admissions to Institutional Advancement, Maureen was fully dedicated to supporting the school and doing it all for our girls. She was If you have a reflection to share about creative in her events. One that always brings a smile to me was the Maureen Cleary or Sister Johanna Marie Christmas shopping trips to Woodbury Commons in upstate NY, complete with breakfast and after shopping snacks! During Auction Shainauskas, SSC, please send them to time, Maureen spent long hours and worked tirelessly, ensuring a [email protected] with the subject successful event and a great time was had by all. I had the privilege Wall of Fame. of working with her for over a decade and grew to love the funny, kind and caring person she is. I feel truly blessed to call her a friend. Maureen Cleary helped move Villa forward in all the capacities that she was involved in. She is most deserving of this award, as a person who helped shape the Villa Joseph Marie that is today.

10 Villa students completed 5,365 hours of service this year, contributing over $124,000 in economic value to the community. What an amazing accomplishment! This Haiti Trip was just one piece of Villa's commitment to service. ness with seemingly small, but actually impactful things. A sim- de Laurence — a place of such beauty, love, and joy! I am thankful ple smile made the children feel special, which were abundant in for each moment I spend in Haiti and I cannot wait to return soon. this group. The Villa girls went above and beyond. They taught Alexa Bannon graduated from Villa in 2018. While at Villa, she them dance moves, learned phrases in Creole, played soccer with went on two service trips to Haiti, one as a volunteer and the sec- them, and remembered their names (if they were outgoing enough ond as a student leader. She now attends La Salle University, where to share it). After one short week, the lives of these children were she is heavily involved in local weekly service in the Philadelphia impacted forever. As a newer member of the Villa family, I’m still community, as well as international service immersion programs. sometimes awestruck by the qualities a Villa girl possesses. This experience showed me that our students are truly bringing to life My experience in Haiti was nothing short of life changing. our school’s claim: Always More, Always Better, Always with Love. Through Haiti, I have learned that language isn’t the only Rachel Oakley has been teaching English at Villa for one year, means of connection, and family isn’t always blood. I have never completing her eighth year of teaching. Though she went on sev- felt more welcomed, loved, and accepted than I did during my eral US mission trips while in school, Haiti was the first abroad. weeks in Bois de Laurence. In religion class this year, we learned that service is working This being my third trip to Haiti, I thought I knew was I was side by side with someone — both parties are nothing less than getting myself into – a week full of memories, learning, and hap- equals. Service is not a one way road. In serving the people of piness. However, Haiti has a way of teaching you something new Haiti, I received much more than I could have ever offered. I was each time you visit. During this trip I got to see current Villa stu- given a greater sense of appreciation, love, and strength. The dents grow and learn individually as well as in community with people of Bois de Laurence opened my eyes to a world I once one another and the people of Bois de Laurence. I felt honored to thought unimaginable — a world in which a sense of community see this growth firsthand and hope that everyone will carry that and support were of top priority, a world in which love enveloped love they experienced and felt in Haiti with them for the rest of each and every aspect of life. their lives. Personally, this trip to Haiti taught me to smile bigger, Casey Taylor ’20 will be a senior this fall at Villa Joseph Marie. laugh more, and love deeper. I am always in awe when I visit Bois She was the student leader for this trip to Haiti.

Sister after school treats and ran it with Student Council. Another event Johanna Marie was the Ice Cream Social, which was always a fun activity and reminded everyone that summer was coming. She was totally Shainauskas, SSC amazing in how she used her gifts and talents for the good of Spanish and Music Teacher the Villa girls and the school community. There was never a task Moderator of Student Council, that was too overwhelming for her! She truly lived and breathed Glee Club, and Spanish Club “Always more, Always better, Always with love” and received that Assistant Principal, 1977-1979 from her students. It was because of Sr. Johanna’s love for mu- Junior Class Moderator, 1977-1988 sic and theater that annual school musicals were brought back. She was the producer, director, and costume department, having Nomination by Sister sewed the costumes herself. Sister had a gift for involving the right Elizabeth Ann Yocius, SSC people to make her ideas become reality with scenery and dance. Sister Johanna Marie taught at Villa from 1977 to Summer, One could feel Villa becoming alive with these shows. Because 1988. She was the Junior class moderator, had Homeroom 106, music had to share the gym with basketball, students practiced and was an excellent teacher of all 4 levels of Spanish and Mu- in the hallway and in 101, where the mini stage and piano were sic Appreciation. She was the Moderator of Student Council, perfect, and many practices were on Saturdays. Glee Club, and Spanish Club, and used her many skills to initi- Sister Johanna was part of what I call “Sr. Elaine’s turn around ate activities through these clubs that helped to develop a spir- team.” Soccer was creating one kind of excitement and spirit at it of community at Villa. It is because of Sr. Johanna Marie that Villa, and Music and Theater was creating another. Students had Villa began the annual Thanksgiving dinner, making it with her increased ways to discover their gifts and talents inside Villa’s Student Council officers in what was the former Foods Lab, 115. one hallway school and in the beautiful outdoors surrounding it. With the Junior class, Villa had a wonderful Christmas Dance and During this year when Villa’s new Performing Arts Center amazing Ring Day and Class Day programs that all the students becomes a reality — after many years of dreaming about it and looked forward to. Sister had her Glee Club lead the singing at talking about it — I believe that it is very appropriate that I nom- our school Masses. She opened and stocked the Snack Bar with inate Sister Johanna Marie Shainauskas.

11 ALL ABOUT ALUMNAE Mary “Bonnie” Senderling Bratby- “Kitty” Carfagno Sentell, Karen Lewin Melissa (Harhi) Sinni ’97 and Daniel F. Carey ’61 was a Marketing and Dively, Betty Jo Murtha Paniza, Yolanda Sinni are shown here with their children: Communications Management Rondeel Smith; (standing) Loretta Dominic (6), Executive. She is now retired and living Gentile Doyle, Kathleen “Kathy” Berry Mae and in the Tampa Bay, FL area. Quintus, Janet Vera Brotschol, Patricia Daniel (4), “Pat” Mullen Bono, Kathleen “Kathy” and Juliet Suzanne Gaub ’62 has been a Stephen Freiling Rennie, Karen Smith Risch. (2). Melissa Minister Leader for 7 years, after serving is the proud 6 years as a Deacon. Chris Federici Owens ’80 was owner of “the blue béret” in Berwyn, Her church is Fox promoted to Senior Director for the stating that her “vision for ‘the blue Valley Presbyterian Southern Division béret’ is to search the world market Church in Geneva, of the American for unique children’s clothing and IL, and she moved to Foundation accessories and share them here with the Midwest 14 years for Suicide you.” For more information about her ago from New Jersey. She just turned 75 Prevention. She shop, visit www.theblueberet.shop. and is doing well! Shown here with fellow is responsible for Stephen leader, Al Dempsey. driving the growth and effectiveness of Keri Ann (Surgoft) Tracy ’99 and her 14 chapters in 9 states. She has been with husband Donald welcomed a daughter, Carol J. Garczynski ’63 received the AFSP for 15 years, starting as Atlanta Abigail Hope Tracy, “OCPGA 2017-2018 Lifetime Service Out of the Darkness Walk Coordinator born November Award” from the Ocean County then Georgia Area Director. She has 12, 2018. She joins Personnel and Guidance Association on lived in metro Atlanta since 1991. big sister Katelyn May 16, 2018. Carol has been an educator (4), and big brother for more than 50 years and a guidance Andrea McCarthy Gana ’89, a local Donnie (2). Abigail counselor since 1992. She is also involved bakery specialist at Giant Food Store in was christened on March 17, 2019, and in the Toms River Education Association. Yardley, was the winner of a company- her godmother is Keri’s cousin, Colleen wide contest to bake a cake for the Phillie Patton O’Brien ’95. Phanatics's birthday celebration. Her Kathryn Toland Bell ’01 and her husband cake was presented Chris Bell welcomed a little boy, Quentin to the Phanatic at a Richard, on December 1, 2018. celebration during a game at Citizens Kendall Sweeney Members of the Class of 1971 gathered Bank Park in April. She was later asked Fleisch ’01 married at the house of Pat Bono (class president) to make a cake for Billy Joel, honoring Timothy Fleisch to reminisce and catch up with their his 6th consecutive year at Citizens Bank on May 18, 2019. fellow Jems. Shown here: (sitting) Karen Park, which was presented to him at his The couple was Rogers, Joan Hare Garry, Catherine concert there in May. surrounded by their

12 family and closest friends, which included Villa is always happy to see Jem siblings Dr. Megan A. a few Villa alumnae. Kendall says, “We together! Shown here: (front) Jennifer Rother ’09 have been through thick and thin and we Lacey graduated from plan to grow old together. Villa friendships Ruhling ’06, the College of last forever and are one-of-a-kind. It’s a son Tripp, Optometry at bond that can never be broken!” Villa (left) Janine Midwestern Lacey University in Glendale, AZ. Ruff ’03, daughter Kirsten Kuchera Gordon ’11 married Brooklyn, (right) Christine Lacey Papp Forrest Gordon at Great Valley ’00, daughters Riley, Madeline, and son Presbyterian Church on May 18, 2019. Charlie, with their mom, Gerri Lacey, Kirsten teaches Math and Science at Holy alumnae at the wedding shown here: Erin and their “Baci” (grandmother in polish), Trinity School in Morrisville to grades 6-8. Dillon Thurston ’01, Renee Kitchenman who just recently passed. McGovern ’02, Michelle VanWert Scanlon After Villa, Jordan Elizabeth Naylor ’11 ’01, Danielle Roy Bowyer ’01, Kendall Kaitlyn Marie Nachtman Heacock ’07 graduated from Loyola University Sweeney Fleisch ’01, Janet Tarpey Trinh currently lives in Germany and recently Maryland with a ’01, Michelle McLaren VanWert ’01, and started a Travel Series as a way to share B.S. in Biology. She Kate Dorland Caceres ’01. information and travel experiences. She moved to Colorado says that her “goal is to share Europe with Springs, where her Cameron Edward Becker (11/18/16), son readers through my family adventures, fiancé was stationed of Laura Marie Morvant Becker, R.N. serve as a reference for future travelers, while he was in the ’04 and husband and of course to inspire visits to this U.S. Army Special Forces, and started Nicholas S. Becker, beautiful continent!” To check out her M.B.A. with a focus in Healthcare really wanted a Part 1 of Kaitlyn’s Travel blog, visit Administration at the University of brother or sister to www.kaitlynheacock.com/travel-verdun. Colorado. She then completed an M.Sc. in play with, but he Reproductive Science and Women’s Health wound up getting Caitlin E. McDonald ’09 graduated from at University College London. Within both! Twins Adam Thomas & Emily the University of Pennsylvania with her that degree, she completed a Master’s Marie were born on April 22, 2019. masters degree. She research dissertation, which earned her says, "I couldn’t have her first publication. She just completed the Amanda C. Smith done it without my Georgetown Special Master’s Program with Frett, Esq. ’05 and family and friends! an M.S. in Physiology and Biophysics. With husband Joseph I'm now officially a few M.B.A. classes left, she expects to M. Frett, IV Caitlin McDonald, complete all of the Master’s degrees (M.S., welcomed twins MPH!" Shown here with Caitlin: Shannon M.Sc., M.B.A.) by the end of the summer, Joseph and Olivia R. McDonald ’12, mom Carol Ann which will then lead into her start at Drexel on February 1, 2019. McDonald, and dad Dennis J. McDonald. University College of Medicine in August.

Alumnae Social Events Villa gathered for 4 Alumnae Social Events this year: - New York City (March 14) at Oscar Wilde Bar - Bucks County (March 28) at The Buck Hotel - Washington, D.C. (May 16) at home of Anna Marie DiMascia malloy 09 and her husband - Jems at the Shore, Sea Isle City, NJ (July 27) at LaCosta Lounge and Deck Bar Keep an eye out for more information about upcoming events to connect and catch-up with your fellow Villa alumnae, including Homecoming Weekend on September 27-28, 2019.

13 ALL ABOUT ALUMNAE Villa was proud to welcome Sophia up of 27 Student-Athletes from across the Francesca Capozzi Singh ’12 as the graduation speaker for US that represent the well-being and best ’17, a political the Class of 2019. interests of all of the NCAA Student- science and English She addressed the Athletes at various NCAA meetings major, was elected as graduates at the throughout the year. As members of Temple University’s Basilica on June 1 the committee, they speak and vote on student government with inspiring various association-wide legislation president. She is the first female student advice about life and that affects the student-athlete body president since 2011, and her winning also detailed her unique experience as experience. Along with legislation, team is the first in Temple's history that an intern for NASA. Sophia expects to they focus on pertinent issues Student- boasts three women holding all three top graduate from the University of Southern Athletes are facing such as mental student government positions. California Viterbi School of Engineering health, sexual violence, etc. In addition, in December 2019. In addition to her they are responsible for strategic Loyola’s 4x100-meter relay team, which coursework, she is currently researching partnerships with both the Make-A- included anchor Katherine Schramm ’17, pulsar timing arrays as a method of Wish Foundation and Team IMPACT. finished 4th at gravitational wave detection at Caltech. As a result of their relationships with the Legacy Meet, Sophia is shown here with Villa president these two organizations, all NCAA running 48.59 to Tom Kardish. schools are able to work with both break the school on their campuses. record of 48.67 set Casey Monaghan ’14 attended the in 2018. NCAA Convention Congratulations as a member of the to Caroline Congratulations to Kaela Jolibois ’18. NCAA’s Student- Stoughton ’16 for Kaela and her University of Chicago Athlete Advisory being featured in the teammates are the 4x400m UAA League Committee. The Rittenhouse Square Champions. In addition, Kaela took committee is made Art Show in June. 7th in the 400m.

The Alumnae Association had a busy spring with no plans to slow down! The Association, in conjunction with the Alumnae Office, hosted social events in Bucks County, New York City, and Washington D.C. this past spring, and in July, we headed to the Jersey shore for a free happy hour event at LaCosta Lounge and Deck Bar in Sea Isle City. Make sure to save the date for Villa’s Homecoming Weekend — September 27 and 28. We invite all Alumnae to join us on campus on Friday, September 27 to cheer on Villa’s soccer team and kick off the weekend! Come back on Saturday, September 28 for our Annual Alumnae Reunion. More information to April 25, 2019 come. Career DAY We love to keep our Alumnae connected and informed of all the exciting Villa's annual Career Day was a success. events and happenings both on and off campus, but we need your help. If you’re interested in communicating and sharing Villa’s upcoming Alumnae Students enjoyed visiting with alumnae, events with your classmates, please sign up to be a Class Agent on our website parents and friends of Villa who under the Alumnae tab. graciously volunteered their time to share We look forward to seeing you at our upcoming events! Have questions or their career knowledge. Thanks to all of comments? Please contact the Villa Alumnae Relations Office at 215-357-8810, our presenters. See you next spring! For ext. 208 or [email protected]. more information, please contact Mary Beth Walinskas '96, Alumnae Relations Keep an eye out for our Next Alumnae Coordinator, at [email protected] or e-Newsletter this August! 215-357-8810, ext 208.

14 Katherine A. “Kat” Kat Musial ’18 Stay CONNECTED Mangione ’18 of brought Villa Website: www.vjmhs.org/alumnae Gettysburg College president Tom Facebook: www.facebook.com/villa.j.marie has earned a full time Kardish a t-shirt Instagram: @villajosephmarie internship through from her college Twitter: @vjmhs the Brian C. Pohanka (Clemson University) LinkedIn: Villa Joseph Marie Internship Program for this summer. She and posed for a quick photo while is educating several student groups and reminiscing with staff. Any other the Youth Leadership Program based alumnae want to stop by to see us and “ THIS WEEK AT VILLA” out of D.C. on the historical significance dress Tom in their college colors? We'd Sign up for our weekly e-newsletter at of the 4000-acre Harpers Ferry love to hear from you — and we'd be www.vjmhs.org/twavrequest. National Historical Park during its 75th happy to take you on a tour of the new Anniversary year as a unit in the construction while you're here! National Park Service. The park is located We want to at the confluence of the Potomac and Calista R. Wagner ’18 directed Bucks hear from you! Shenandoah rivers in West Virginia, Drama Club's Next to Normal (chosen Please send us all of your news — Maryland and Virginia. Kat, a major as “one of the year’s ten best shows” awards, accomplishments, milestones, history buff, is enjoying the opportunity by critics around the country) at Zlock new jobs and celebrations — by emailing to lead groups on guided tours around Performing Arts Center in May. Cathleen Murway at [email protected]. the quaint town but she is especially enthused about sharing the Civil War history of the Harpers Ferry Park.

Congratulations to Gianna Newborg ’18 for advancing to Academy Week on Fox's Congratulations to the Class of 2019 Class Agents: hit tv show So You Think You Can Dance. Mackenzie Seewagen ’19 and Alley Caro ’19 I N MEMORI A M Alumnae Mary Grace Antonelli, Mother of Gina Walter J. Knecht, Father of Jennifer Knecht Diana M. Schulz Apa ’67, Mother of Nicole Antonelli King ’82, Christie Antonelli Bartolett ’85 & Janet Knecht ’87 Apa DiCicco ’98 Farinella ’86 & Grandmother of Brittany Joseph C. Koch, Father of Regina Koch Gina T. Busler ’78, Sister of Beth Ann Busler King Criss ’10 Flannery ’78 DeWeese ’76 Ann J. Banks, Sister of the late Gail Jaquin Jeanne C. Logue, Mother of Jeanne Monica M. Cerebe ’60 Collis ’60 Logue Gheen ’87 & Aunt of Dr. Jennifer Eileen McAndrew Guldin ’61, Mother of Ann T. Blohm, Mother of the late Aileen Kampherstein Eakin ’89 Jennifer Guldin Chorzelewski ’89 Blohm Camilli ’68 Charlotte J. Meizinger, Mother of Denise Joanne Michelizzi Rumford ’59 Maureen M. Borusky, Mother of Reneé Meizinger Youse ’78, Karen Meizinger Anna Mae Wallowitch ’54 Borusky Van Dyke ’90 Peacock ’80, Linda Meizinger Fennema ’86 Charles H. Braun, Father of Barbara Braun & Lisa Meizinger Esposito ’86 Former Staff and Koob ’75 Charles P. Menszak, Husband of former Sisters of St.Casimir Marie A. Brown, Mother of Mariana Brown Villa faculty member Emma Lee Menszak Sr. Genevieve Kripas, S.S.C., former Wartella ’79 John F. Mish, Father of Michele Mish St. Joseph’s Home administrator Philip J. Corso, Father of Louise Corso LaSalle ’76 Sr. Therese M. McFadden, S.S.C., former Myers ’69 & Susan Corso Dandar ’72 Mary Ellen Nelson-Daniel, Mother of Villa faculty member William A. Drobile III, Brother of Villa Colleen Nelson Richardson ’98 Sr. M. Andreata Naudziunas, S.S.C., former Campaign Cabinet member Amy Drobile, Andrew J. Petrun, Father of Denise Petrun Villa faculty member Regina Drobile Brittingham ’82 & Jennifer Donnelly ’89 Sr. Therese Bernadette Zebrauskas, S.S.C. Drobile Kiriloff ’89 Eugene J. Poiron, Brother of Anne Poiron Sr. Lucille Zelvys, S.S.C., former Villa R.N. Jane T. Fitzpatrick, Mother of Villa faculty Graff ’63 member Mark Fitzpatrick John W. Roberts, Father of Jillian Roberts ’06 Family Members Constance A. Gaughan, Mother of Jo Ann Alfred P. Smeraglio, Father-in-law of Villa John J. Alex, Husband of Loretta Gaughan Berrisford ’79 staff member Teresa M. Smeraglio & Jaskelevich Alex ’70, Brother-in-law of David J. Henninger, Father of Kylie Grandfather of Kylie Smeraglio ’10 Dorothea Jaskelevich Kerr ’72 & the late Henninger ’13 Thomas W. Tewksbury, Father of Villa Janet Jaskelevich Forrest ’73 Marthann Ingersoll, Mother of Anita faculty member Tracey A. Tewksbury Ingersoll Creghan ’76 Antonio Z. Zuniga, Father of Marielena Zuniga ’67

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SAVE THE DATE New Student 8th Grade 8/27-8/29 Orientation/Retreat 10/26 Entrance Exam 9/3 First Day of School 10/28 Annual Fund Kickoff Commissioning Mass Alumnae Week 9/6 & Legacy Pinning 10/28-11/1 9/7 Wall of Fame Induction 10/31 Halloween Parade 9/11 Back to School Night 11/1 Handbag Bingo Financial Aid Fall Play Thank you to everyone who 9/17 Planning Night 11/22-11/24 supported our fall and spring 9/27 Fall Spirit Day 11/26 Thanksgiving Feast productions of Much Ado About Nothing and Footloose. Join us Alumnae Homecoming/ Yearbook Party 9/27-9/28 Reunion 11/27 this fall for the first production in our brand new state-of-the- Kate Abel Memorial Fore! the Girls Golf Outing 9/30 11/30 Basketball Tournament art Performing Arts Center: Villa Fair (Parent's A Musical Cabaret Barnes & Noble Night 10/2 Guild Meeting) 12/2 November 22-24, 2019 This inaugural production 10/4 Ring Day 12/3 Giving Tuesday will feature both current Christmas at students and alumnae in a Mass & Open House 10/6 12/8 Maria Hall musical cabaret performance, Early Candidates Vendor Fair revisiting past shows such as 10/16 Evening 12/8 Footloose, Junie B. Jones, The 10/18 Sciathlon 12/10 Christmas Concert Little Mermaid, Little Shop of Horrors, and Hello Dolly. It will 10/18 8th Grade Movie Night 12/19 Ski Trip also include musical numbers from current Broadway Christmas Break Mother Daughter Tea 10/20 12/19 begins favorites such as Dear Evan Hansen, Wicked, Hairspray, 16 RENT, and so much more!