Donor Impact Report 2011-2012 THANK CLASS OF 2012 Mercy’s tradition of spirit, scholarship and service is showcased by the statistics describing our CLASS OF 2012 graduates. College Scholarships ................................................................................................ 12.1 million Hours of Community Service ........................................................................................... 63,380 National Merit .............................................................................. Semi-Finalist 3 ...... Finalist 2 Governor’s Scholars ................................................................................................................. 8 Commonwealth Diploma Recipients ....................................................................................... 11 Mercy Scholars ....................................................................................................................... 13 1 A MESSAGE FROM MIKE JOHNSON My father traveled the world during his military career, and he developed a great interest in diverse people and places where folks from various walks of life came together. Back in the days before the Galleria, he would take me to the lobby of the Seelbach Hotel so that we could observe the guests in their comings and goings. Perhaps from those “I know there are many reasons for your support, but I experiences, I love to be in our own “lobby” have come to believe that deep down, beneath it all, you give here at Mercy before and after school. because of your faith.” Mike Johnson Each day, our guests are greeted by the statue of Mother McAuley, modeled after the statue in front of her House of Mercy in Dublin, Ireland. Mother McAuley is ministering to a young woman, a servant girl in Dublin. I don’t know how often she is noticed, but for me she is a constant reminder of the Mercy hospitality that we hope to extend to all, no matter their need or station in life. When we extend this hospitality in the example of Mother McAuley, we do so because of your continued prayers and support. We may be the hands, the ears, or the voice, but you, our loyal donors, are the body. I know there are many reasons for your support, but I have come to believe that deep down, beneath it all, you give because of your faith. We want you to know that you are always with us, and that you are a part of the growth and success of each and every student. I will continue to think of you each morning as our students pass through the lobby to begin their day and Mother McAuley stands watch from the atrium. As always, we keep you in our prayers, and ask that you do the same for our Mercy girls. Sincerely, Mike Johnson, President [email protected] 2 Linda Hill Jodi Renn Anne Meredith Mercy Boards and Committees Karen Kiesel Alan & Angel Kissel Rob Kissel 2011-2012 ALUMNAE BOARD Kathleen McCauley BOARD OF DIRECTORS Donna Pfaadt Johnson ’91 - President Lynette Heil Theresa Batliner, CPA – President Johanna Schneringer Wheatley ’86 - President Elect Principal Victoria Costello ’67 BOB CAPital PRIZE COMMITTEE Mountjoy Chilton and Medley LLP Carol Hawkins ’95 Jim Kramer, Chair Kathy Eisenback Jenkins ’73 John Simms - Vice President Joe Bergamini Vice President Andrea Keene ‘98 PNC Bank Sue Knabel ‘75 BOB HOMEROOM BASKET COMMITTEE Amy James Lowe ’97 Pam Hollinden ’75, Co-Chair John Allen Barbara Breckheimer Rasche ‘61 Kathy Yancey, Co-Chair Interior Designer Jennifer Stober Starke ’97 Linda Baker J. Allen, Inc. Sheila Bell Stocksdale ‘80 Susan Baker Terry Crawley Jeanine Petersen Triplett ‘77 Leigh Ann Banta Coordinator for School Planning and Maria Baumgartner Professional Development 2012 BENEFIT OFF BROADWAY (BOB) Timi Blasi Archdiocese of Louisville Joe Bergamini, Chair Paige Chandler Alan Kissel, Asst. Chair Tammy Clark S. Mary Ellen Curl, RSM ’59 Susan Close Spiritual Care Coordinator BOB Donations COMMITTEE Mercy Sacred Heart Village Kelly Collard Richard Banta, Live Auction Chair Kelly Coomes Lynn K. Fieldhouse, Esq. Tony Montano, Live Auction Asst. Chair Karen Cummins Litigation Counsel Natalie Thomas, Wheel Chair Denise Dillard Signature Consulting Services, LLC Michael Giangarra, Wheel Asst. Chair Jenifer Frommeyer Sarah Howard, Donations Chair Karen Hill Michael C. Johnson Lisa Bentz President Stacey Hobbs Mercy Academy Myra Campbell ‘99 Donna Kamber ‘85 Susan Close Beth Macaluso Michael L. Jones, ChFC, CFP®, MSFS Karen Hill Denise Martin SME Director Becky Inghram Laurie Martin Cambridge Legacy Group Peggy Key ‘76 Trish Martin Alan Kissel Joni Merrick S. Deborah Kern, RSM Scott Minton Administrator Beth Meyer Dayspring Susan Parr BOB Decorations COMMITTEE Marie Pierce Marilyn Musacchio ‘56, PhD, APRN, CNM, FAAN Lisa Freville ‘84, Chair Lisa Rohleder Dean and Professor, College of Nursing and Susan Baker Carol Schnell Allied Health Lisa Bentz Jeannette Schortmann Sullivan University Joe Bergamini Brenda Snook Mary Pat Crabtree Sue Vorbrink Cathy Giangarra Toni Wolz 3 BOB VALET ParKING COMMITTEE MAPA Sarah Howard Eddie & Julie LeMon, Co-Chairs Sarah Howard – President Becky Inghram James & Nancy House, Co-Chairs Lisa Bentz Patty James Sue & Dave Bindner Joe Bergamini Andrea Keene ‘98 Dan & Sandy Broell Jennifer Brockhoff Amy James Lowe ‘97 Bill Davenport Mary Dele Collins Joni Heil Moad ‘80 Robert Hatcher Mary Pat Crabtree Patti Kleinhenz Schoenlaub ‘86 Jeff Hitchcock Lee Dentinger Sunny Smith ‘06 Greg & Tammie Metten Michael Giangarra Jennifer Stober Starke ‘97 Daniel O’Brien Linda Hill Michelle Yates ‘06 Gary & Deanna Schley Jim Jarworski Alan Kissel DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE Loretta McGinty Leslie Hibdon Tracey Metzger Mike Johnson Karen Nord Michael Jones Mike Ursini Cecelia Price ’75 Teresa Riggs ’76 MERCY FUND COMMITTEE John Simms M. Corinne Burt, RSM ‘52 Rosemary Smith Catherine Dircksen ‘11 Jeanine Triplett ‘77 Leslie Hibdon Linda Hill 4 Benefits of a Mercy Education Be the Difference A Mercy woman learns to put the needs of others first, to be the difference in someone’s life – whether that’s befriending a quiet student in one of her classes, patting an opponent on the back after a tough loss, or sharing a moment with a lonely elderly neighbor – because at Mercy, compassion and generosity are always in style. Look Inside The sheer diversity among Mercy students, from up-and-coming artists to volleyball phenoms, from aspiring mathematicians to young entrepreneurs, is a God-sent reminder that every student has something unique to give the world if they can just find the confidence to look inside themselves and seize it – and at Mercy, you can, and you will. Achieve Beyond Your Expectations Supported by a modern curriculum, expert faculty, and new campus facilities, Mercy students acquire the fundamental knowledge, Christian values and grounded sense of self to achieve beyond their own expectations, positioning themselves for success and fulfillment in college and life. Do More with What You Learn Mercy challenges students to apply newfound knowledge to real world situations – like analyzing how compounds discussed in Chemistry can hasten clean-up of an oil spill, or how low-income housing systems researched in Service Learning can be redesigned to more effectively meet the needs of families – reinforcing to every Mercy woman that their knowledge can only make a difference if they apply it. Experience a College-like Environment Mercy maintains small class sizes so that each young woman has the opportunity to build mutually respectful relationships with both faculty and fellow students, ultimately leading to a college-like classroom environment of camaraderie and independent thinking. Take Us with You More than a place on a map, a virtual sisterhood, or even a second family, Mercy Academy is a feeling, one that takes hold freshman year and then remains with a young woman forever, a silent affirmation of their innate potential, true goodness and sturdy resiliency, no matter how high the obstacle in front of them or how many miles from home they might find themselves one day. 5 There are many ways to support Mercy Academy. An investment in Mercy is an investment in Be the Difference education AND in the community. We are Support Mercy Academy dedicated to stretch every penny to ensure the benefits listed on the previous page continue to be the hallmark of the Academy. Remember: • Contributions are tax deductible to the fullest extent allowed by law. To support Mercy with a contribution please: • Every gift counts, even $10 makes • Call (502) 671-2010 a difference and goes a long way • Drop it off in person to Leslie Hibdon at Mercy Academy toward meeting the needs of our • Make an online gift at www.mercyacademy.com students. • Complete the pledge card enclosed and mail it to: Mercy Academy If you have a question regarding Attn: Leslie Hibdon your gift, please call Leslie Hibdon 5801 Fegenbush Lane at (502) 671-2010 ext 255 or email Louisville, KY 40228 her at [email protected] 6 Sister Prisca Legacy Society Sam & Carol Applegate Mary Boyce Louise Benedict Clark ‘22 Mary Benedict Clark ‘25 Jane Conboy Mary Cecelia Adams Cowen ‘33 A MESSAGE FROM SISTER MARY PRISCA Gary & Betsey Daniel The Mercy way is the way God has directed our Academy for Janice Kaelin Douglas ‘60 one hundred and twenty-six years. Thousands of young ladies have been taught our Catholic faith, been developed in academics Debbie & Sam Genovese and learned what it is to be a confident person facing a world of counter-culture and doing it well! Ann Wassing Hager ‘60 For this, we who administer at Mercy