VVolumeolume XXXXIXXI IIssuessue 1 Spring/SummerSpring/Summer 20142014 The HighlighterFForor aalumnaelumnae aandnd ffriendsriends ooff TThehe CCatholicatholic HHighigh SSchoolchool ooff BBaltimorealtimore Lighting the Way ~ Transforming the World for 75 Years Inside Letter from the President... 1 75th Anniversary... 2 TCHS News... 3 The Catholic High School of Baltimore Miss Catholic High & May Crowning... 10 2800 Edison Highway Introducing the Class of 2014...11 Baltimore, Maryland 21213 Phone: 410.732.6200; Fax: 410.732.7639 Career Day 2014... 14 E-mail: [email protected] Web site: www.thecatholichighschool.org AlumLight... 15 TCHS Events... 16 President Barbara D. Nazelrod, Ph.D. ’68 Sympathies... 17 Respects and remembrances of alumnae and their loved ones Director of Institutional Advancement Giving... 18 Dori DiVenti Alumnae Update Form... 19 Homecoming Flyer... 20 Assistant Director of Institutional Advancement/Editor Athletic Hall of Fame Nomination Form... 21 Amber Garrison ’09 Alumnae Program Form... 22 Coordinator of Event Planning Volunteer Form... 23 Kimberly Lynch Assistant to the President Christina A. Roemer Empowered by Gospel valuesMission and rooted in the spirit and tradition of Saints Francis and Clare of Assisi, Photography The Catholic High School of Baltimore, Lifetouch Photography, Amber Garrison ’09 a sponsored institution of the Sisters of St. Francis of Philadelphia, is dedicated to the education of young women in an environment that fosters Christian attitudes of dignity and respect for the human person and all of creation. The Highlighter is published by the Offi ce of Institutional Advancement for alumnae and In our mission, we recognize that through education friends. We appreciate your feedback and welcome the empowerment of women can effect the transformation of our submissions. Submissions are edited for content society. Therefore, we challenge our school community and clarity; photos are used at the editor’s to academic excellence, discretion. Every effort has been made to ensure to responsible leadership, and the accuracy of The Highlighter. If you have a to Christian community service. question, concern, or submission, please contact the editor at 410.732.6200 ext. 491 or agarrison@ thecatholichighschool.org. Thank you. Letter from the President Dear Alumnae, Parents, and Friends of Catholic High, Save the Date Alumnae Athletic Hall of Fame This year was highlighted with the beginning of our 75th Fri. & Awards Ceremony Anniversary Celebration, Lighting the Way ~ Transforming Oct. Sr. Francis Marie Yocum, OSF the World, in January. Please take the time to read about the Auditorium many memorable anniversary activities that took place. You 10 can also see and hear more about our celebration on our 75th Anniversary website page. I encourage you to join us in Alumnae Volleyball Game, recognizing the many ways Catholic High has made an impact Sat. Homecoming Reunion & Memorial Mass in Baltimore and throughout the world through its many years Catholic High of empowering women to let their light shine. Our celebration Oct. will continue through the 2014-2015 School Year. 11 The Summer Highlighter is a summary of the many memories and historical events that were held during the 2013-2014 Th e Cub 5K Challenge Sun. 77:00 a.m. School Year. I hope that you will share the pride we feel in the OOregon Ridge experience of the May Crowning, achievements in athletics Nov. and visual and performing arts, Commencement on May 27th 2 at the Cathedral of Mary Our Queen and recognition of the 50th anniversary class, the Class of 1964. 75th Anniversary Celebration Gala In the spring of 2015 we will celebrate our students and Fri. Th e Grand Lodge, Hunt Valley honor our alumnae with a special event that will culminate Nov. our 75th Anniversary Celebration. I hope that we will have a representative from each class present to mark this historic 7, 2014 moment. The involvement of our alumnae, parents, students, and friends is very important and helps to secure our future. Consider getting involved in this exciting year – there are many opportunities including the 75th Anniversary Gala that will be held on November 7th at the Grand Lodge in Hunt Valley. My hope is that you will continue to let your light shine and that you will join us in celebrating the joy, leadership, and empowerment that is Catholic High. We are 75 Years Strong! Sincerely, Barbara D. Nazelrod, Ph.D. ’68 President The Highlighter Spring/Summer 2014 1 Catholic High 75 Years Strong! In January, Catholic High kicked off its 18-month 75th Anniversary Celebration. We began celebrating by creating a 75th Anniversary webpage, hanging new street banners and placing a banner between the two middle pillars of the front entrance that emphasizes our three values: Leadership, Joy and Empowerment. For Valentine’s Day, we hosted a “Bling Day” which allowed the students to wear “bling” attire to represent the 75th as our diamond anniversary. Alyssa Airey was the 75th student to walk into the Dining Hall that morning and received a boutique of balloons and a 75th goody bag! Th e spring was very exciting for Catholic High. In March, the street in front of the school was named aft er us, “Catholic High Way” and a LED sign was installed on top of the building that shines bright “75 Years.” Th ere was also a celebration held on Th ursday, March 20th to honor the Sisters of St. Francis of Philadelphia and celebrate the students of Catholic High. At this celebration, a statue of St. Francis was given as a gift to Sister Esther Anderson, Congregational Minister, and the Sisters of St. Francis. Th e statue was placed in the garden at Catholic High in their honor. Sister John Catherine Rohe, Sister Mary Catherine Lewandowski, and Sister Janet Th iel, past principals of Catholic High, were also acknowledged. Beautiful performances were given by our Liturgical Dancers, Orchestra, Symphonic Band and Concert Choir. To conclude the Sizzlin’ 75th Celebration Assembly, the Sisters, students, Board Members, guests, and faculty/staff “let their light shine” for all to see in a lighting ceremony. Following the celebration, the Historical Timeline was unveiled in the Heritage Room as a tribute to the 75th Anniversary. In April, we hosted a “Decade Day” which allowed the students to dress in “50’s” attire. We also gave out “75 Years Strong” buttons to the students and faculty/staff members. To complete the fi rst half of the 75th Anniversary Celebration for the 2013-2014 school year, each member of the Class of 2014, faculty/staff member and Board Members received a 75th medallion to wear at graduation. Before the students left for summer, we surprised them with snowballs! During the 2014-2015 school year, we will continue our monthly events and will host a major 75th Anniversary clos- ing event that will honor our Alumnae and celebrate the stu- dents of Catholic High. The Catholic High School of Baltimore 2 TCHSNews Catholic High Committed to Leading in Technology In the fall, Catholic High welcomed Digital Safety Speaker, Mr. Richard Guerry. He is the founder of the Institute for Responsible Online and Cell Phone Communication (IROC). Th is presentation focused on staying safe online, also known as digital safety. Th e students and parents were able to achieve a greater awareness of negative, irresponsible, and malicious digital behaviors and how to protect themselves and their daughters from exposure to cyber-crime, cyber bullying, and digital exploitation. Mr. Guerry couldn’t emphasize enough Th e Golden Rule of the 21st Century: Digital Activity is public and permanent. He explained that if what are we are doing on the internet is something we would be comfortable posting on the front of our local newspaper, then we should most certainly use technology. Mrs. Amanda Trapani, Director of Technology said, “Mr. Richard Guerry gave our students an informative and eye-opening presentation about digital safety, which raised their awareness of how to remain safe online and use digital resources responsibly. I was impressed with his enthusiasm throughout his presentation. He kept our students’ attention and interest levels high.” In the spring, the technology department planned another Digital Safety Assembly. Th is assembly was hosted by our tech support seniors, also known throughout the presentation as the “Super Hero Tech Ladies.” Th ey presented several skits involving faculty and staff of Catholic High to teach their peers about digital safety. Catholic High is committed to leading in technology, but we want to make sure that we are doing everything we can to keep our students and parents informed with good technology safety habits. Mr. Richard Guerry, Digital Safety Speaker The Highlighter Spring/Summer 2014 3 Catholic High Named Top Workplace for 2013! Th e Catholic High School of Baltimore was recognized as one of “Th e Baltimore Sun Top 100 Workplaces” for the third year in a row! “Th e Baltimore Sun Top Workplaces” is a list of the best places to work in the Baltimore Metro area. Th e evaluation for the Top Workplaces program is based upon feedback from an employee survey that was completed in the beginning of the school year. Out of the 65 small employers on the list, Catholic High placed 47th. Mrs. Linda DeRemigis, Assistant to the Principal said, “Th e thing I enjoy the most is the camaraderie and understanding of my coworkers.” Two Seniors Named Commended Students in the 2014 National Merit Program! Seniors, Jennifer Klapka and Rebecca Miller were named Commended Students in the 2014 National Merit Scholarship Program. Both students are high performers who have shown outstanding academic potential. About 34,000 Commended Students throughout the nation were honored. Th e National Merit Scholarship Program is an academic competition for recognition and scholarships. High school students are eligible for this National Merit Program recognition by taking the Preliminary SAT and receiving a National Merit Scholarship.