Cathedral High School Magazine | Spring/Summer 2021

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CATHEDRAL HIGHConnection SCHOOL MAGAZINE | SPRING/SUMMER 2021 A MAGAZINE FOR ALUMNAE AND FRIENDS

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CATHEDRAL HIGH SCHOOL FEATURE STORY LETTER FROM OUR PRINCIPAL

Ms. Maria Spagnuolo Principal Dear Cathedral Family,

Cathedral High School this strange school year comes to a close, I am humbled and Board of Trustees As grateful for all we have achieved together. Since school began in Mary B. Mulvihill, Ed. D., Chair September Cathedral’s doors have remained open to our 494 students, whether they chose remote or hybrid learning. Stephen M. Schiller, President Yasmine R. Legendre, Secretary Our amazing faculty and staff valiantly met this moment, ensuring that Arthur P. (Jim) Davis III our students continued to receive a Sally Pope Davis stellar education. We enhanced the Hon. Sue Ann Hoahng ‘74 curriculum, increased our partnerships Denise B. Knight with outside organizations, and Samantha Lehn enriched our Academies through David F. McCarthy virtual workshops, conferences, and Ederlinda Paraiso panel discussions. Aaron N. Primm, MD The MEDICAL GATEWAYS Ashlyn Primm ACADEMY partnered with Black Suzanne Schechter Girls Smile and 500 Women Scientists Elinor C. Sutton, Esq. and, for the second year in a row, Bishop Gerald T. Walsh four students will be participating in Kristen P. White the Summer Enrichment Program at Memorial Sloan Kettering. Principal’s Council Our BUSINESS/LAW ACADEMY Lynda Baquero ‘82 continued its partnership with Junior Achievement, embarked on a new Ursula M. Burns ‘76 collaboration with Girls Rule the Law, and three juniors have received prestigious summer internships at BlackRock. The STEM ACADEMY Thomas W. Crawford continued its affiliation with BEYA and partnered with Girls Develop It. Sr. Margaret T. Egan ’56 We also expanded club activities and after-school offerings. On June 9th, Maria-Cecilia Salazar ‘87 all 114 seniors graduated at St. Patrick’s Cathedral. With acceptances to 185 Glenn Shannon colleges, and an impressive $27 million dollars in financial assistance their Debra De Jesus-Vizzi ‘81 future is bright. Philip Jay Wilker, Esq. In a more “typical” year, over 85% of Cathedral families receive financial assistance. The pandemic resulted in a much greater need for our families Administration and with your increased support we ensured that no student was turned Ms. Rosemary Eivers away because of financial challenges. Assistant Principal for Academics We can not continue to do this, and certainly could not have done this Mrs. Elizabeth Lawlor without so many of you who stepped up and have become our true heroes. Thanks to our incredible Board of Trustees and a shout out to all of you - Assistant Principal for Student Life donors, alumnae, and friends who continue to be here for Cathedral. Ms. Christine Civitano I look forward to a brighter September with laughter filling the hallways Dean of Students and a renewed sense of community and sisterhood. Enjoy your summer! www.cathedralhs.org With gratitude,

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FEATURECLASS OF STORY 2021

Graduation at St. Patrick’s Cathedral pholding our 112-year tradition Uon Wednesday June 9th the 114 members of the Class of 2021 and their families joyously celebrated their graduation at St. Patrick’s Cathedral. Commencement speaker Dr. Alma Joseph ’66 addressed the Class of 2021 by video. Dr. Joseph urged graduates to continue to learn, listen, and practice critical thinking. She emphasized kindness to others, a willingness to help those in need and tenacity, stating: “You define greatness. Nothing is beyond your reach. The future is yours.” Salutatorian Skyla-Ariana Collado of the Class of 2021’s strength, spoke of their Cathedral experience. determination, and grace in this Rosemary Eivers, Assistant Principal Sharon is off to Rice University tumultuous time. “Whatever it for Academics, served as Mistress and Skyla will be attending is that drives you, let it, and do of Ceremonies. The ceremony was University of Miami. They both wonderful things with it. Be proud, filled with many special moments. be strong, and be loud, but graceful, ASL graduating seniors signed the offered inspirational messages to when you need to be. Choose that National Anthem at St. Patrick’s and the graduating class. The Class of one thing that drives you and go ,carrying on a Cathedral tradition, 2021 was recognized with over 100 for it. Choose goodness, choose four Cathedral alumnae, the mothers awards & honors, with acceptances kindness, choose justice, and choose of graduating seniors, presented to 185 colleges and 422 scholarships honesty. There is much that will diplomas to their daughters. exceeding $27 million. need to be done and we are relying Valedictorian Sharon Quinn and Principal Maria Spagnuolo spoke on you to do it”. 3 THE CATHEDRAL HIGH SCHOOL MAGAZINE | SPRING/SUMMER 2021

CLASS OF 2021 Halfway to Graduation

On February 10th, the Student Council hosted a safe, socially-distanced breakfast for the Class of 2021 in celebration of their halfway mark to graduation.

Prom Night 2021 nlike last year, the Class of 2021 was able Uto have a prom this Spring. On May 27th, seniors celebrated this milestone at Leonard’s of Great Neck.

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FEATURESCHOOL NEWSSTORY THE MAKERS CLUB The Makers Club, also known as the Cathedral Riveters, continues to innovatively apply education tools to practical design. Using 3D printers made possible through a grant from the Fund II Foundation and applying Material Science, the Makers Club created colorful bracelets. They soon discovered multiple uses, including headbands, scrunchies, and holding papers together. When the mother of a member realized the bracelets would be a perfect fidget toy for people with mental health issues, anxiety, and concentration problems, the Makers Club embarked on a community project, constructing and donating 55 bracelets to a disability services and support organization.

American Sign Language Every year, during Black History Month, the work and legacy of prominent Black leaders who’ve paved a way for racial equity and inclusion in the United States is celebrated. In February, Ms. Perry’s ASL classes created documentaries to highlight the contributions of remarkable people in the Black Deaf community. Her classes explored connecting with people in the community. Using social media, four ASL students contacted Derrick Coleman Jr., the first deaf/hard of hearing Super Bowl champion. Derrick graciously answered their questions in a zoom interview. 5 THE CATHEDRAL HIGH SCHOOL MAGAZINE | SPRING/SUMMER 2021

CAREER DAYS CHS Career Days a typical school year Cathedral High School hosts two Career Day panels, where alumnae In and working professionals impart their wisdom and offer invaluable advice to students. This year we increased the number of panels, holding four consecutive monthly online events. Thirteen remarkable women shared stories of their educational and career trajectories. Despite vastly different personal and professional experiences similar messages were repeatedly communicated including the importance of being true to yourself, persistence, perseverance, networking, belief in one’s self, and never giving up.

Columbia University Medical Center, Amanda Clarke ‘08 Duke University student, Doctor of Physical Therapy

In January, speakers included Principal’s Council member and alumna Debra Vizzi ‘81, Executive Director of Student Sponsors Partners, and alumna India Sneed In March, the Moxie Club hosted a Women’s History ‘04 an associate at Greenberg Trauig LLP. Month panel. Five women from diverse backgrounds and industries shared stories about their personal and professional careers as a credit risk executive, entrepreneur, educator, lawyer, and software developer. Our thanks to Ana Medrano Fernandez, Cynthia Magaletta, Jacqueline Barimah ‘07, Amanda Erakky, and Lorraine Langdon, featured below.

February’s Black History Month panelists included Akaysha Palmer ‘18, Public Policy & International Affairs Fellowship program, Princeton University, Dr. Alma The April panel featured Veronica Wulff ‘90 Senior Joseph ‘66, retired Assistant Commissioner of Human Director of Media Operations at Sesame Workshops Resources,State of New Jersey, Stephanie Barimah ‘07 and Karen Kleppe Lembo, former lawyer & current - COO Blacks on Wall Street, Senior HR Generalist at Information Specialist for Cathedral’s library.

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GIVING

The Mary Murphy Templeton ‘42 and Hanora (Nancy) Murphy Comfort ‘45 Scholarship Gifted by Hannah (Ann) Murphy ‘47

ike many Cathedral students today, Lthe Murphy sisters were children of immigrants. They grew up in tenements on the East Side. The Murphys had seven children and were not able to pay tuition. Cathedral was tuition-free thanks, in part, to the dedication of the Sisters of Charity who made it their life’s work to educate the children of immigrants. Mary Murphy ‘42 Hanora (Nancy) Murphy ‘45 The Murphy sisters attended Cathedral High School during the difficult years of WWII when many young women had to drop out of school and get jobs to help support their

Ann Murphy ‘47 families, without completing their education. But Mary, Nancy, and Ann’s Irish immigrant mother insisted they stay in school. She knew education was the best chance for a better life for her daughters.

A lot has changed since the 1940s, but the need for a good education is still the foundation for success. Ann wished to pay forward the gift of her Cathedral education by establishing this scholarship to remember her older sisters and help young women succeed. Mary Murphy with classmates

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FEATUREGIVING STORY

March 1st, Cathedral High School Cathedral with additional resources necessary On embarked on a campaign to raise to accommodate our students and their $600,000 by August 31st, the end of our families, who have been among the hardest fiscal year. Building on our successful 100 hit over the past year. day/$100,000 fall campaign, this initiative has A robust series of events, contests, challenges been launched to meet our unprecedented and activities are designed to bring the financial needs in this challenging time. Cathedral community together, celebrate, and Funds are being raised to help provide support the school.

Virtual Happy Hour

kicked off the 6-month campaign with a educational and the wines were delicious! Virtual Wine Tasting on March 23rd in We This event was underwritten by Sarah’s uncle, a conjunction with Black Ankle Vineyards. Guests were dedicated wine drinker and former Trustee. Due to invited to sip and swirl with Black Ankle’s wine-maker and proprietor Sarah O’Herron. his generosity, 100% of the proceeds from this event supported Cathedral students. For more information Participants from 16 states were sent, in advance, a about Black Ankle, visit www.blackankle.com. Tasting Kit with two Black Ankle wines, a 2019 Gruner Vetliner and a 2018 Syrah and an aroma wheel to help And, please consider hosting a fundraising event identify the complex bouquets and flavors found in red for Cathedral High School. Contact development@ and white wines. Happy Hour was fun, informative, and cathedralhs.org. 8 THE CATHEDRAL HIGH SCHOOL MAGAZINE | SPRING/SUMMER 2021

EVENTS Virtual Spring Benefit ““A wise person recently wrote a simple yet profound phrase:“The Future Is Women”. I submit that Cathedral High School is where the future of New York, America, and the world is currently being shaped. If that proves to be true then better days for the global community lie ahead.”

--Michael J. Deegan, Superintendent of Schools Archdiocese of New York in his welcome message

May 19th the Cathedral over the past year. A vibrant chat box was On Community came together for a live throughout the event enabling guests to fun participatory celebration of Cathedral - connect and reminisce and participate in a past, present, and future. Q&A with Principal Maria Spagnuolo. Pictures and stories about our distinguished This critical spring fundraiser garnered 116-year history were shared, as were remembrances from alumnae, observations much-needed support for students. We are from current students, and testimonials from very grateful to the following donors who so trustees, donors, and friends. The evening generously helped sponsor this event at the highlighted Cathedral’s accomplishments Educator level and above:

Donors William Bautz David and Jane Lehn Teresa Comas ‘48 Karen Kleppe Lembo Jim and Sally Davis Margaret Manganelli ‘60 Mary Dugan David and Julie McCarthy Joan Fabio ‘60 Mary and Roger Mulvihill Grace Giesecke Steve Schiller and Elizabeth O’Brien John R. Knight and Denise B. Knight Mary Twomey-Spollen ‘64 Ellen Lauturner ‘68 Kristen and Sekou White Yasmine R. Legendre Philip Jay Wilker

THANK YOU!!!!

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GIVING YOUR LEGACY IS OUR FUTURE JOIN THE SR. RAYMOND LEGACY SOCIETY

ver the past year, it’s been increasingly apparent that OCathedral High School is a family and a family that takes care of one another.

One of the most meaningful ways you can show your commitment to Cathedral is by joining the Sr. Raymond Legacy Society. You will be providing lasting support for the enduring mission of Cathedral High School with a gift that costs you nothing during your lifetime.

Please consider including Cathedral High School in your will or estate planning. For more information, please contact [email protected]. If you’ve already designated a planned gift, thank you!

IN MEMORIAM

The Cathedral High School community extends its deepest sympathy to the loved ones of recently deceased alumnae and friends. Please remember them in your prayers.

Sr. Catherine Smith, SC ’37 Mary V. Horan ’47 Virginia Krauss Lafferty ’59 Mary Eileen Fitzgerald ’40 Mary Kane Gillen ’48 Dorothy Carrieri-Smith ’63 Patricia Crowley Englert ’41 Jean Heissler Moran ’49 Mary Ann Piren Martin ’67 Grace Galeazzi-Salvia ’41 Evelyn Farrell Aquila ’49 Linda Fasciani ’69 Margaret Rogan Barrett ’42 Patricia Burke Drummond ’49 Frances Cressio ’71 Catherine Fowler ‘44 Victoria Di Lucia ’49 Millicent Miskic ’72 Elsa Boos Stetter ’44 Sr. Padraic Mary McGuinness, Deborah Doval ’72 Lora Walz ’44 OP ’50 Isabel Cavada ’75 Patricia Smythe Maguire ’45 Ann Loftus Kelleher ’51 Sr. James Patrick Kavanagh, OP Catherine Favaro Maimone ’46 Lillian McAteer Bianchi ’52 Sr. Anne Miriam Connellan Mary Pryor ’46 Sr. Mary McGrory, SSND ’52 Sr. Kathleen McKiernan Patricia Utxzchneider Edridge Eleanor O’Hagan Cummings ’52 Sue Sandstrom ’46 Margaret Hayes Fenton ’52 Nora Walsh Hetherington Margaret Cassidy ’47 Irene Reynolds ’52 Sr. Frances Devine, SC Eileen Gallagher Curran ’47 Helen Garrahy McAuliffe ’54 Sr. Anita Maleski Dorothy Higgins Koller ’47 Grace Kepler Murray ’56

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GIVING SUPPORT YOUR FELLOW CATHEDRALITES

he steadfast support of the Cathedral community --alumnae, trustees, donors, Tfriends, faculty, and staff --is a testament to the Cathedral experience.This community of dedicated individuals believe in the power of education. Together they demonstrate an unwavering commitment to Cathedral students and families, many of whom have been struggling over the past year, and are in need of increased financial assistance. There are multiple ways you can contribute:

Anne ’51 Dorothy ’53 Jean Marie ’48 Patricia Ann ’55 Marion ‘55

Join the Hughes sisters Please join our wonderful supporters, like the Hughes by sponsoring scholarships sisters, to ensure that we may continue to provide Cathedralites with an unparalleled education and Marion Hughes and her 4 sisters are ever grateful for endless opportunities. the financial aid and the support they received from the Sisters of Charity, who educated each of them, from 1st Additional ways to give back grade until they graduated from Cathedral. » --Underwrite an event - a walkathon, cooking class, The Hughes sisters believe it is their responsibility cycling event, art contest, wine tasting to support scholarship students now as a “payback” » --Do a Facebook campaign/challenge in tribute to for their good fortune. Marion and her husband your graduation class & year Joe continue to be generous supporters of student scholarships at Cathedral. » --Make a donation in honor or memory of someone Marion Hughes Gersitz often told Joe, “Our mother » --Join the Sr. Raymond Legacy Society often went to the principal to ask for financial help for For more information contact development@ her young daughters.” cathedralhs.org.

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