Alumnae E-Newsletter | June 2025 | | |
A Legacy of Cougars:
Six Remarkable Women, One Special School
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For my family, Carondelet has been more than a school. It has been a second home, a shared tradition, and the foundation for the women I am so proud of today.
In May, my two youngest daughters, Allison ’25 and Amelia ’25, walked across the stage to receive their Carondelet diplomas. Allison will soon head to Fordham University to study business, and Amelia will begin her nursing studies at Fairfield University. Before them came their sister Audrey ’24, now a sophomore at Santa Clara University in the Honors Program, double majoring in English and business. Their oldest sisters are Maggie ’22 and Lily ’22. Maggie is now a senior at Santa Clara majoring in business, and Lily is a senior nursing student at Baylor.
For the past six years, at least two Bowes have walked the halls of Carondelet, weaving my family into the fabric of the school. Their achievements tell a story of leadership, service, and spirit: 16 years of student leadership, three Jefferson Awards, five Presidential Volunteer Awards, eight different sports across 31 teams, nine captain armbands, three homecoming court selections, and a salutatorian.
I am deeply grateful to the entire Carondelet community for making these years so joyful and meaningful for my family. Teachers and coaches often said how much they loved seeing multiple Bowes, noting both the shared family traits and the distinct strengths each daughter brought. Each carved her own path, yet all were shaped by the Carondelet values of Heart, Faith, Courage, and Excellence—lived in classrooms, on courts and fields, during assemblies and retreats, and in everyday moments.
And the sixth remarkable woman? Their mother, Teresa Peinado ’90, whom I fondly watched cross the same Carondelet stage to receive her diploma 35 years ago. Teresa will always be the most powerful role model of these enduring Carondelet values to my daughters, and her journey came full circle as she proudly watched each of them follow in her footsteps.
While my family’s daily presence at Carondelet may be ending, I will be watching with gratitude and wonder as these six remarkable women carry its values forward in every part of their lives. Their legacy is only beginning to take shape, and will not be measured in diplomas or awards, but in the courage, compassion, and light they bring to the world. I am excited to see how their stories unfold in the many chapters still to be written.
Thank you, Carondelet.
And to my beautiful family, always remember: We are the Bowes!
Jim Bowes (De La Salle ’90) is the proud father of five Carondelet graduates and husband to alumna Teresa Peinado Bowes ’90.
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🎓 Congratulations to our newest Alumnae, Class of 2025! 🎓
We are so proud of you!
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Alum Summer Reunion - Setting Sail on Saturday, August 9 at 5:00 PM
Grab your captain’s hat and your coolest shades—it’s time to set sail this summer with yacht rock tunes by Mustache Harbor, sunshine, and the stellar company of your Carondelet and De La Salle class “mates.” Our annual all-class reunion is a wonderful way to catch up with friends both in your graduating class and across all years.
All classes are welcome and encouraged at this 21+ event, and we have special recognition for our grad years ending in 0 and 5.
Get your tickets now while they are the lowest. Prices increase July 1!
Want a complimentary ticket? Be your class ambassador and help us spread the word. Reach out to the Alumnae Association for more information.
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Fifty Years, Forever Friends: Alaska Cruise Reunion
In May 2025, 14 intrepid Carondelet and De La Salle alum from the class of ’75, along with spouses and family, celebrated their 50th high school reunion on a cruise to Alaska. They traveled from Vancouver, British Columbia, to Whittier, Alaska, with stops in Ketchikan, Juneau, and Skagway, and finally set their sights on Glacier Bay National Park and the College Fjords.
The best part was reconnecting with classmates they hadn’t seen in a while. Rumor has it that now all of them are absolved from any unserved detentions due to their attendance on the cruise!
Submitted by: Don DeRosa DLS ’75
Carondelet extends its deepest gratitude to the incredible Class of 1975, who not only raised over $3,000 in their onboard auction in support of both Carondelet and De La Salle, but also organized a memorable joint reunion to celebrate their 50th anniversary.
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Class of 1970 55th Reunion
October 17-18, 2025
- Friday night no-host reception: Concord Hilton
- Saturday evening campus tours, cocktail reception, dinner, & dancing: Carondelet Campus
Please register here for Saturday night.
Hotel rooms may also be booked here.
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Class of 2020 5-Year Reunion
SAVE THE DATE
November 26, 2025
More information to come.
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Class of 1976 50th Reunion
Fall 2026
If you are interested in leading or helping plan this reunion, please contact the Alumnae Association.
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Alumnae Spotlight:
Allison Barry ’15
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From Carondelet to the White House: A Commitment to Service
Allison Barry ’15 credits her time at Carondelet with instilling a lifelong passion for social justice and public service. That foundation led her to pursue opportunities in government and advocacy, beginning with a college internship for Congressman Mark DeSaulnier, where she worked on education and labor policy. The experience illuminated how legislation tangibly impacts people’s lives, affirming her desire to work within government to create meaningful change.
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Gabriella Grupalo ’14
Gabriella attended Cal Poly in San Luis Obispo, where she studied graphic design and played on the women’s basketball team. Through college athletics, she met her future husband, Josh, who played football for Cal Poly. The couple currently lives in San Luis Obispo with their dog, Goose, and loves taking advantage of the nearby beaches and beautiful hiking trails. Gabriella works in sales, and Josh coaches football at Cal Poly. They are happily planning their wedding for July 2025. They still find themselves connected to the Carondelet and De La Salle communities, attending events whenever they can.
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Sarah Mazzetti ’17
After serving as Carondelet class president and captain of the lacrosse team, Sarah went on to attend Boston College, where she met her now fiancé, Peter Lagrotteria, on their very first day. They’ve been together ever since! The couple now lives in New York City, where Sarah works as a nurse and enjoys life in the city.
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Kelley N. Morley ’17
Kelley is thrilled to announce her engagement to Luke Pfister. The two met while attending Gonzaga University and graduated together in 2021. They’ve since built a life in Seattle, where Kelley works as an ER nurse at a Level 1 Trauma Center. Luke recently earned his law degree from the University of Washington and now practices as a medical malpractice attorney. The couple was engaged on May 10 and is excited to embrace this next chapter together.
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Rachel Ross ’17
After graduating from Carondelet, Rachel earned her undergraduate degree from the University of Colorado Boulder and her law degree from the University of Denver. She passed the UBE in Missouri in July 2024 and now works as Legal Counsel for Business Operations at the National Association of Insurance Commissioners (NAIC) in Kansas City. In August, Rachel got engaged to her high school sweetheart, Eric Headley DLS ’17, and they are planning their wedding for May 2026!
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Nicole Jeffery Lally ’14
Kyle and Nicole met in 2011 in French class during high school. Their friendship lasted through college, despite the distance between Arizona and Alabama, and only grew stronger with time. In 2019, they both moved to San Francisco and started spending more time together. During a music festival in South Lake Tahoe, they confessed their feelings and officially began dating. In August 2023, Kyle proposed at Edgewood Resort in Tahoe, bringing their love story full circle. They were married on April 26, 2025, with a Catholic ceremony at the Carmel Mission Basilica, followed by a celebration at the Monterey Peninsula Country Club.
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Share YOUR Story!
We’d love to hear from you, update your contact information, and learn about exciting updates in your life, work, family, accomplishments, travel, hobbies, and more! Use this link to help us celebrate you!
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🏀🎉 Carondelet Basketball Wins 2025 CIF Division I State Championship! 🎉🏀
Carondelet Basketball defeated Sage Hill of Newport Beach with a thrilling 51-48 victory at the Sacramento Kings’ Golden 1 Center to capture the 2025 CIF Division I State Championship! This historic win marks another monumental achievement in Carondelet’s rich tradition of athletic excellence.
| | Save the Date: Bay FC at Oracle Park | | |
Join us for an exciting match at Oracle Park on Saturday, August 23, at 1:00 PM. Come cheer on Kaylie Collins ’16 as she defends the goal against Bay FC. Let’s show up and support our incredible alumna athlete!
Purchase your tickets using our special group link to sit with your fellow Cougars.
We’re Goal-ing All In for Our Alumnae,
Be a Part of the Fun!
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Career Fair Volunteers Needed
Are you passionate about your career and excited to support the next generation of Cougars? We're seeking alumnae who are interested in sharing their professional insights with current students on Oct 15. Please contact us to participate.
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Seeking Class Ambassadors
Love staying connected? We’re looking for alumnae to serve as Class Ambassadors—leaders who help keep the Cougar community strong. As a Class Ambassador, you’ll help share news about upcoming events and reunions, assist with contact updates, and keep your classmates engaged. Reach out today to get involved.
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Alumnae Sponsored Tree
With more than 12,000 alumnae, just imagine the incredible tree we could create and offer for the annual Tree Drawing at Visions of Christmas this November! These trees are part of a cherished tradition—and it makes sense for our alumnae to help carry it forward.
If you're creative, love decorating, or have access to donations and resources, we’re forming an Alumnae Tree Committee—and we’d love for you to be part of it. Please fill out this form if you would like to be on the committee.
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Dear Alumnae,
In January, Carondelet launched the public fundraising phase of our Power of Her Campaign to reimagine our original locker room into the Boscacci Performance Center. The project began in May!
We are thrilled and humbled by the enthusiastic response of this community, and grateful for those parents, alumnae, alumnae parents, grandparents, and friends who‘ve stepped up to invest in this effort. But there is still work to be done. We have less than $1 million to raise to reach our $3.5 million goal to complete the Performance Center and welcome students this coming fall—and we need your participation to do it!
Every single gift to this campaign makes an impact. Large or small, outright or multi-year pledge, via appreciated stock or donor-advised fund—your contributions matter and add up. And the message that broad community support sends to the young women of Carondelet is unmistakable; we believe in your potential and promise, we celebrate your dreams and achievements, and we empower your bright future.
We teach our students to be bold, to advocate for themselves, to ask questions, persist through challenges, and actively pursue their goals. We must model this behavior on their behalf and for their benefit. In that spirit, we invite your partnership. Join us in this exciting endeavor. Help us continue to raise the bar for these exceptional young women so they know how much they’re valued, and so they’re best positioned to share their extraordinary gifts with the world.
Give here. Reach out to our team to continue the conversation. Share the Power of Her with your family and friends, and networks. Many hands make light work, and we wouldn’t want to be in this with anyone else!
Gratefully,
Summer
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Looking Back:
A Year in Review!
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The Alumnae Association Was Busy This Year!
Take a look back at all the memorable events and moments we shared—celebrating, connecting, and building community together.
Alum Summer Reunion: Michelle Montes ’79, Elizabeth Coyne Ringbom ’79, Yvonne Banis ’79 and Elizabeth J. Regan-Gleffe ’79 Legacy Social
Legacy Social: We were honored to welcome 26 Legacy families at this year's annual social.
Visions of Christmas: Michelle Koski ’98
Crab Feed: Trish Brown ’85, Jennifer Ghelfi De Smedt ’85, Carondelet Trustee, and Jeanine M. Smalley ’95
Giving Day: Carondelet Trustees Dr. Rosanne Siino ’80 and Sr. Rosheen Glennon, CSJ
Easter Egg Hunt: Caitlin Main ’05
Cougar Classic: Toni Garcia ’11, Leslie Mague ’86 and Tammy Freeman ’86
Alumnae Soccer Game: Angelina Anderson ’19 with Carondelet Varsity Soccer Coach Amy Apodaca ’96
Senior Luncheon: Lauren Bruhn ’09, Toni Garcia ’11, Louise Gee ’73 and Nevada Blair ’73
Carondelet Alumnae Faculty welcomes the class of 2025 graduates to the alumnae association!
Thank you to all of our Alumnae for your support!
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Nyah Akoni ’22
Heidi Amundsen-Myers ’88
Amy Apodaca ’96
Jayne Appel-Marinelli ’06
Vanessa Armijo ’93
Gina Bachecki George ’91
Staci Maher Ball ’87
Jennifer Basye ’89
Bettina Bautista ’06
Lisa Shonyo Beavers ’91
Mary Terranova Becher ’80
Michelle Becker ’06
Alida Boscacci Beilke ’94
Angela Bengtson Bell ’90
Jennifer Eddy Bender ’89
Jennifer Bennett ’81
Elizabeth Bergez ’14
Sarah Long Bergler ’90
Linda McGuire Biles ’88
Monica Bindi ’18
Nevada Blair ’73
Laura Bobich ’13
Julia Robinson Boen ’70
Melissa Bonafonte ’94
Michelle Bowen ’71
Teresa Peinado Bowes ’90
Nicole Brambila ’99
Alyssa Brathwaite ’22
Jennifer Briggs Fisher ’95
Eileen Briggs Brinker ’94
Dr. Marilyn Brouette ’79
Rosanne Brouette ’82
Denise Brousseau ’96
Trish Sandri Brown ’85
Wendy Lutkus Brown ’92
Maureen Canane Buhr ’72
Carol Bussey Esq. ’77
Caroline Cabral ’15
Sasha Calderon-Pappageorge ’97
Micaela Camozzi ’16
Dominique Carpenello ’16
Rosemary Regan Carpenello ’80
Annemarie Boscacci Carpenter ’91
Nancy Ewers Carretta ’96
Heidi Cartan ’80
Carol Mimiaga Carter ’79
Joanne Gibbons Castello ’77
Jennifer Cavallero ’14
Veronica Ladouceur Cazin ’88
Pamela Quattro Cerruti ’89
Tiffany Cerruti ’15
Jill Myers-Chesla ’80
Janet Chrisman ’70
Jacqueline Guibert Cimento ’74
Cynthia Nagy Clapp ’88
Allison Coleman ’86
Jennifer Mullane Cooke ’87
Courtney Kermeen Corda ’87
Sally Crain ’70
Corla Cubillas ’71
Carla Gibbons Cullerton ’74
Kathleen Steiner Cutright ’93
Ashley Chavez Czyz ’08
Michelle Missaggia Daly ’88
Allisen Russi Danna ’05
Jennifer Ghelfi De Smedt ’85
Ramona Decker ’90
Jackie Della Rosa Carron ’87
Michele Green DeMartini ’89
Stephanie Dennler ’94
Marylou Regan Descalso ’75
Elizabeth DeVito ’01
Veronica Valdez Dickerson ’93
Mary Beth Kulawiec Dittrich ’79
Lori DonDiego ’80
Susan Phinney Dorsey ’75
Nadine Draper ’84
Julie Reid Duncan ’87
Michele Dunleavy ’85
Julie Briggs Dunn ’97
Diana Duque ’16
Ruth De Borja Duque ’90
Denise Thomas Duyn ’75
Jenna Ebert ’05
Eden Gonzalez Eisenbarth ’89
Donna Elste Elste-Schinlever ’80
Haley Erwin ’15
Jennifer Hammer Eseltine ’98
Jeanne Esse ’88
Narguess Farahi-Ghorban ’95
Kathleen Farley ’72
Elizabeth Briggs Farrell ’93
Susanne Fenstermacher ’72
Kylee Tasiana Fernandez ’24
Sara Fichtenkort-Larose ’84
Nicole Field ’95
Nicole Vasta Field ’98
Suzanne Hendershot Fisi ’85
Jennifer Flanders-Dadek ’90
Amy Flicker ’88
Mary Roll Fliss ’81
Elizabeth Flynn ’07
Dianne Forde ’74
Michelle Foxworthy ’92
Denise Fraga ’80
Catherine Elizabeth Freeman ’24
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Denise Martin Freeman ’79
Julia Freeman ’20
Maria Freeman ’16
Tammy Anderson Freeman ’86
Bella Feliza Galera ’24
Rosalie Billecci Gallagher ’80
Danielle Garavaglia ’03
Antonette Garcia ’11
Gabrielle Garcia ’09
Sarah Garden ’97
Tracy Gleason Geddis ’90
Louise Rousseau Gee ’73
Erin Tracy George ’88
Kathleen Zivic Gessaman ’71
Terese Ghilarducci ’87
Amy Ghisletta ’84
Stephanie Ghisletta ’82
Christa Gill ’09
Joanne McGuire Giorgi ’86
Virginia Harley Girzadas ’88
Thecla Glueck ’84
Julie Gonzalez ’99
Karen Goodshaw ’85
Erin Johnson Greenwald ’86
Claire McKinnon Griffin ’82
Emily Groth ’17
Catherine Dewes Gudvangen ’83
Rachel Guidi ’18
Paz Gutierrez ’93
Sarah Guzzaldo ’08
Ileana Pereira Halligan ’78
Holly Stice Hamilton ’96
Chris Hansen ’99
Lea DeBernardi Harrington ’90
Denise Hazlick ’83
Robyn Hegarty ’80
Myrna Portillo Hennessy ’84
Holly Oneto Higgins ’96
Sierra Smith Higgins ’86
Taylor Williams Holland ’13
Ingrid Holthuis ’74
Courtney Hood ’96
Ingeborg Sorensen Houston ’82
Makenzie Huguet ’14
Sarah Hultman-Alpert ’92
Susan Dulany Jackson ’83
Michele Cardoza Jansepar ’84
Kathi Dudman Jensen ’72
Leslie Cashman Jerge ’93
Miranda Oneto Jernigan ’98
Pamela Courtright Johansen ’90
Sara Dukes Johnson ’00
Shannon Johnson ’01
Lynne Sabbagha Kenny ’86
Laura Kimball ’94
Angela Zandonella Kirkendall ’99
Captain Shannon Hamilton Kopplin ’87
Michelle Koski ’98
Bronwyn Tullus Kresse ’89
Erika Amaya Kuempel ’05
Lucy Lamborn ’22
Kris Larsen ’84
Colleen Groh Lauer ’84
Jennifer Jostedt Lauricella ’91
Maggie Lettire ’13
Dr. Elizabeth Limberg ’83
Christine Sabatte Logan ’73
Claire Logan ’12
Barbara Hockel Lopez ’81 a
Lesley Marino Loyola ’76
Malissa Marsh Lucas ’85
Daniella Estrada Magaña ’99
Leslie Ward Mague ’86
Stacey Morano Mahoney ’88
Camille Pyne Mahood ’89
Caitlin Main ’05
Christine Mankewich ’86
Michelle Mankewich ’98
Stephanie Martirani ’85
Gina Pianalto May ’82
Zoe-Ann Mazur ’75
Patricia Rollo McCann ’92
Catherine McCorry ’88
Patricia Barboza McDonald ’93
Jennifer McGregor ’17
Ashley McNulty ’15
Allison Boscacci Mein ’88
Viviana Zapata Meyer ’89
Jessica Smith Mix ’99
Katherine Molyneux ’14
Maureen Monahan ’81
Stacy Moore ’85
Catherine Morimoto ’98
Lauren Nicolosi ’13
Brooke Kitomi Norrett ’24
Carol Thompson O’Connell ’83
Sheila Thompson Ogburn ’83
Stacy DeMonner O’Hara ’90
Grace Olson ’11
Nancy O’Malley ’71
Carole McMullen O’Riordan ’79
Janine Toomey Orr ’89
Carolyn Otis Catanzaro ’85
Carol Pueringer Padilla ’82
Wendy Richardson Pauli ’83
Andrea Pelzel ’82
Helena Perez ’20
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Debra Pericoli ’71
Andrea Pezel ’99
Danielle Piccinini ’06
Regina Piepho Pitt ’86
Marissa Prospero ’15
Susan Psara ’04
Karina Punu ’98
Elizabeth McGervey Pursley ’75
Frances Pyne ’92
Cecille Quiambao ’99
Meghan Quillinan ’97
Jeanette Howard Rasmussen ’80
Lisa Ravazza ’72
Sarah Reagan ’06
Kristen Bachecki Reamy ’93
Elizabeth Regan-Gleffe ’79
Melissa Kosich Reis ’00
Dr. Elisabeth Renner ’78
Amanda Restani ’15
Jennifer Reid Ricketts ’91
Elizabeth Coyne Ringbom ’79
Grace Nicolosi Ripoli ’80
Miranda Ripoli Cozzone ’06
Jeanne Hall Roder ’90
Taylor Louise Roetto ’24
Shannon Micallef Ross ’85
Jill Hague Royce ’69
Lily Ruiz ’86
Emmelie Sabatte ’77
Sally Sabbagha ’91
Summer Salisbury ’16
Debra Buckles Santos ’96
Denise Gopaul Santos ’89
Valerie Saribalis-Cole ’71
Suzi Cashman Savarese ’86
Kirsten Palmer Sawyer ’99
Emma Scaff ’20
Ann Bacigalupi Schiffenhaus ’86
Bernadette Schild ’77
Lesley Burke Schooler ’96
Stephanie Seeno-Miles ’80
Margaret Selig ’80
Kristina Asato Sells ’94
Jennifer Serventi ’89
Stephanie Serventi ’95
Krista Sheldon ’96
Heidi Shelton ’79
Dr. Rosanne Siino ’80
Vanessa Siino Siino Haack ’98
Merrilee Gutierrez Silveira ’88
Amy Slavin ’91
Jeanine Mizera Smalley ’95
Jessica Smith ’03
Jennifer Emerzian Snapp ’89
Helene Hunzinger Snyder ’73
Susan Solger ’73
Katherine Solis
Jennifer Spangler ’96
Dr. Beverly Spurs ’75
Emily St. Jean Duggan ’05
Katherine Kroha Stephens ’87
Lorelle Fourcade Steuber ’93
Luisa Stock ’99
Alicia Stone ’14
Suzanne Prout Stone ’88
Teresa Piepho Stone ’84
Kelly Stout ’85
Sharmila Sudhakar ’94
Colleen Sullivan ’69
Lisa Johnson Summerlin ’79
Kathleen Jeffry Summers ’86
Karen Quick Suryan ’89
Crissey Mills Swaney ’79
Gayle Saunders Swann ’90
Jaclyn MacDonald Tarrant ’06
Nicole Throgmorton ’06
Gaebriella Todesco ’07
Adrienne Topic ’05
Cary Emerzian Tschann ’94
Mary Tschann ’01
Aubrey Uresti ’96
Heidi Schaumburg Vaccarello ’92
Emily Vanden ’98
Lorraine Vannelli ’90
Jennifer Varenchik ’89
Diane Verdugo ’72
Kimberly LaRossa Vernon ’88
Jennifer Villena ’94
Melina Volm ’94
Katherine Von Magnus-Bjork ’70
Sarah Watson ’94
Nicole Van Vaerenbergh Wells ’04
Elizabeth Wiesenfeld ’74
Larina Mirafuente Wilder ’85
Erin Coulston Williams ’91
Laurie Dickson Williams ’90
Lisa Boscacci Winter ’85
Tarie Regan Wolf ’87
Kirsten Woodbridge ’11
Victoria Ginocchio Woodbridge ’80
Rosemary Garcia Wright ’74
Amy Yakaitis ’94
Michelle Juran Youngman ’79
Dr. Stephanie Zimmerman ’86
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Thank You to Our Annual Event Sponsors!
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Heart Sponsors
Countrywood Shopping Center
Mary Beth Kulawiec Dittrich ’79 and Thomas Dittrich
Faith Sponsors
Michelle and Rob Craw P’25
Lehmer’s Buick GMC Concord
Christine Sabatte Logan ’73 and Rich Logan P’12
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Courage Sponsors
Armanino LLP
Michelle and Dean Quiambao P’28
Balestrieri Family Farm
Anabelle and Rudy Galera P’20 ’24 ’26
Julie Gonzalez ’99
Aimee Pourroy-Martin and James Martin P’26
Excellence Sponsors
Nicole Vasta Field ’98 and Tony Field P’27
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