2018–2019 ANNUAL REPORT OUR MISSION Marian Middle School, a Catholic school welcoming adolescent girls of all backgrounds, is committed : to breaking the cycle of poverty through education. Marian fosters each student’s spiritual, academic, social, moral, emotional, and 85% 100% 82% 92% physical development from middle school through face poverty, graduated from attend college, name a STEM- post-secondary education traveling from high school in compared to 51% related career as a foundation for career 30 zip codes to 2019, compared of U.S. students as one of their success. receive a life- to 74% of those of similar top choices. altering education. who attend local background and public schools. circumstance. 2018-2019 A Letter from Our Graduate Marian has helped me transform what was once the spark of an idea into a life journey. I loved Marian from my very first day at school. I met friends who became sisters. My teachers became family. I loved learning, and most importantly, my teachers challenged me to be my best every day. What I didn’t know when I joined Marian is that the school would help me bring my dreams to life. I’ve loved dancing since I was a child. I even tried to teach myself how to dance by watching YouTube tutorials. I was floored when I found out that I could take real dance classes as part of Marian’s Enrichment Program, which empowers students to explore their talents and career interests. I took classes every Tuesday at Marian, performed in four musicals, and joined the Theatre Club. I gained confidence and learned that I could become a successful performer even though I began learning later than most trained dancers. When it came to picking a high school, Marian counselors helped me select environments that offered an array of creative opportunities within a rigorous academic setting. A major benefit of being a part of the Marian family is the Marian scholarships we receive to continue our academic journey at high- performing high schools. Marian also helps us learn how to successfully secure scholarships and financial aid to cover remaining costs. Without Marian, I wouldn’t have been able to continue chasing my dreams. Today, I am a senior at Nerinx, am a part of the Thespian Club, and have appeared in eight musicals and plays. Because I learned time management at Marian, I am balancing a tough course load and achieving a 4.0 GPA! This year, I became one of the few selected out of thousands of applicants to participate in the Missouri Arts Academy Summer Fine Arts Program. I would not have been able to participate in this life-changing experience without Marian’s financial help. Marian paid for my expenses for the program, and I learned so much about the importance of art in our world. This experience gave me the foundation I needed to conquer the Muny! That enormous stage always spoke to my heart, but I never thought I was good enough. Marian taught me that if I applied myself and worked hard, I could achieve anything. After one of the most grueling auditions of my life, I got the part! I danced every night in Footloose, and I felt alive! Thanks to Marian, I’ve planned the rest of my journey, and I know the sky is the limit for me. Next, I plan to get my Bachelor’s in Musical Theatre at Southeast Missouri State University. Because of Marian, I have a fire in my belly. I am receiving an amazing education that provides me with opportunities to be creative and continue challenging myself. One day, I’m going to perform on a Broadway stage. I am so grateful that Marian is helping me to get there. — Nyla Green, Marian Class of 2016 Thank You from Our Leadership Nyla is an incredible young woman, and we’re looking forward to seeing her on Broadway! It’s girls like Nyla who embody the mission of Marian — breaking the cycle of poverty by enabling girls to realize their dreams. Nyla is one of more than 265 girls who have had the opportunity to receive a life-changing education at Marian, since our founding in1999. Thank you for being a part of the Marian Middle School family for the last 20 years. Together, we are Transforming Lives and Building for Our Future. Best regards, Mary Elizabeth Grimes Sarah Walker 3 President Principal 2018 2018–2019 Board of Directors 2019 Officers OUR FOUNDRESSES Kimberley R. Johnson, MBA, CFP, OUR VISION Chair Marian Middle School was founded in 1999 by seven Christopher (Chris) Young, M.Sc., communities of Catholic sisters. We are grateful they Marian Middle School is a Vice Chair shared their dream and vision to establish hope for leader in providing life- the future of the St. Louis area. We thank them for Rosemary Hufker, SSND, Ph.D., altering education. their continued guidance and support throughout Secretary Marian graduates are our history. Kirk D. Mills, CFA, EMBA, accomplished young Treasurer • Daughters of Charity, Province of St. Louise (DC) women equipped to Members • Franciscan Sisters of Our Lady of Perpetual Help make informed decisions (OSF) Ryan C. Carney, MBA and create enduring, • School Sisters of Notre Dame, Trish L. Geldbach, B.S.N., M.A., MBA positive change. Central Pacific Province (SSND) Victoria A. Gonzalez, MBA • Sisters of Loretto (SL) John M. Headrick, Ph.D. • Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet, St. Louis Province Laura Uberti Hughes, JD (CSJ) Carla Jackson, MBA • Sisters of the Most Precious Blood (CPPS) Ruth E. Kim, B.A., JD • Ursuline Sisters of the Central Province (OSU) Pat Knoerle-Jordan, B.A. Audrey Lohse, M.A., B.S. Christine McCoy, JD Gregory A. Patterson, JD, M.A. Mary E. (Betsy) Ross, B.S. John A. Shaughnessy, Ph.D. Barbara A. Thomas, ASCJ Janet M. Varner, B.S. Kirk L. Wrobley, MBA Members Board Rosalie Wisniewski, OSF, Chair Julie Cutter, DC Marie Fennewald, CPPS Rosemary Hufker, SSND Janet Kuciejczyk, CSJ 4 Pauline Lorch, OSU Barbara Roche, SL 2018–2019 Committees* 2018–2019 Marian is grateful for the many people who dedicate their time and Staff Members talents to advancing and sustaining our mission. For more information on how you can serve on a committee, please contact the Development Office at 314.771.7674. ext. 24. President Mary Elizabeth Grimes, MBA Executive Committee Marketing and Communications Kimberley Johnson, Chair Betsy Ross, Chair Christopher Young, Vice Chair Brian Hall, Vice Chair Principal Rosemary Hufker, SSND, Secretary Mary Elizabeth Grimes Sarah Walker, M.A. Mary Elizabeth Grimes Kristin Gumper Pat Knoerle-Jordan Carla Jackson Faculty & Staff Kirk Mills Laura Kangrga Greg Patterson Jules Riley Donna Black, M.A. Betsy Ross Barbara Roche, SL Dianne Decker, B.S. Janet Varner Kate Stroble Sarah Walker Kerri Gallen, MSW, LCSW Academic Kristin Gumper, B.A. John A. Shaughnessy, Co-Chair Young Friends Sarah Walker, Co-Chair Audrey Lohse, Chair Erin Gunn, M.A. Laura Goeddel Burnworth Elizabeth Lillis, Vice-Chair Tamara Harris, B.S. Deborah DaLay Amy Brand Eleanor Humphrey, B.A. Maggie Doyle Ervin Matt Bruns Erin Gunn Jessica Cervenka Bridget Kelly, M.Ed. Pat Harris Kelsey Chausse Erin Lynch, M.A. Donna Jahnke Kaci Dannatt Vincella Lake, SSND Tommy Davidson Sara Mashburn, M.Ed. Deanna Kay Rice Anna Eschbacher Amber Murphy, M.A. Grace Fisher Finance and Facilities Libby Garner Sarah Paulsen-Fuller, MFA Greg Patterson, Facilities Chair Christopher G’Sell Victoria Reinders, B.S. Kirk Mills, Finance Chair Shakia M. Gullette Barbara Roche, SL Tom Brockland Anne Haudrich Dianne Decker Lesley Herwig Pearl Scheve, Th.M. Mary Elizabeth Grimes Allie Lanzerotte Christy Toben, M.Ed., M.A. Kimberley Johnson Preston Lappe John McArthur Robyn Mason Natasha Truong, M.A. Carmen Schnyder, CPPS Brittany Mitan Kaitlyn Venta, B.A. Amber Murphy Graduate Support Adriana Verduzco Victoria Gonzalez, Chair Mike Rapini Ashley Vosholler, B.S. Erica Ciarlo Emily Sheehey Ashley Gilkey Governance Committee Lisa Gladson Pat Knoerle-Jordan, Chair Heather Gogel Joe Garea Tamara Harris Mary Elizabeth Grimes 2018–2019 Rosemary Hufker, SSND John Headrick Service Volunteers Stephen Lamkin Laura Hughes Erin Pisoni Kimberley Johnson Jill Orr, B. A., Kaitlyn Venta Barbara Thomas, ASCJ Ignatian Volunteer Corps Institutional Advancement Doug Schwaab, B.S., M.S., Ph.D. Janet Varner, Chair Ignatian Volunteer Corps Mary Elizabeth Grimes Kristin Gumper Kate Stroble, M.Ed., Cynthia Heath Ignatian Volunteer Corps Toni Hunt Ruth Kim HOURS OF Audrey Lohse VOLUNTEERS SERVICE Christine McCoy GAVE Joy McMillen 100+ 3,000+ TO MARIAN Emily Unger 5 Martinous Walls II *Titles omitted for the sake of brevity. Kirk Wrobley ACADEMIC PROGRAM CORE SUBJECTS MATH SCIENCE SOCIAL STUDIES LANGUAGE ARTS 2018 2019 STUDENTS TRAVELED FROM ZIP 30CODES ...to receive a life-altering education. 68% Saint Louis City 25% Saint Louis County 7% Illinois Students in fifth grade..............14 Students in sixth grade............22 Students in seventh grade.......20 73STUDENTS Students in eighth grade..........17 GIRLS 85% SERVED n 78% African American n 12% Hispanic qualify for free and n reduced-price meals, 7% Multiracial n 6 a national indicator 3% Caucasian of poverty FOUNDATION SUBJECTS • Religion • Spanish • Art • STEM Lab • Race in America • Immigration and Citizenship • Typing • Computer Science READING of students exceeded 90% their expected growth. of students made more 30% than 2 years of growth. of returning 8th graders started the year above the 60% national reading average. of returning 7th graders FACT: started the year above the Marian Girls, who often enter performing two 55% national reading average. or more years below grade level, leave Marian on or above grade level, prepared to succeed in high-performing high schools.