News for O'Dowd alumni, parents, and friends
Finding God in All Things
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CONGRATS CLASS OF 2025!
Surrounded by family and friends, the Class of 2025 celebrated a joyous commencement on the Lower Field. The ceremony included words of wisdom from Valedictorian Andrew Kerley ’25, and Salutatorian Taylor Harper ’25. “These memories and relationships will last a lifetime,” Andrew stated in his address. “A lifetime, hopefully built on O’Dowd’s values of social justice, community, and academic excellence.”
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JEVON HOLLAND ’18: O’DOWD'S TOP HONOR
O’Dowd Dragon Jevon Holland ’18 - standout safety for the New York Giants - is this year’s Cor Unum Award honoree. Known for his leadership on and off the field, Jevon continues to give back through mentorship, philanthropy, and a deep commitment to O’Dowd’s mission. Read how Jevon is inspiring the next generation.
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DRAGON JOINS VALKYRIES
After six years with the Golden State Warriors, Ryan Daniel ’13 has joined the Golden State Valkyries, the newest WNBA expansion team, as the Senior Marketing Manager. After playing soccer at University of Hawaii Wahine and earning her Bachelors in Sports Management, Ryan returned to California and earned her Masters in Sports Management from the University of San Francisco.
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SPRING SPORTS ROUND-UP
This spring, the O’Dowd Dragons displayed their teamwork and athletic prowess. From the links to the field to the pool, the Dragons continued the O’Dowd legacy of sportsmanship, passion, and athletic excellence. With 68 all-league winners and teams representing at the regional and state playoffs, the Dragons dominated! Read our Spring Sports Round-Up!
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2025 MUSE
Our Journalism class released this year's edition of The Muse, our literary and art magazine. “This year’s theme, The Catalyst, invites us to reflect on what fuels creativity, resilience, and momentum,” states Editor-in-Chief Phoebe Aldrich ’25. Featuring art across the medium and beautiful poetry, this year’s edition celebrates the voice of our Dragons. View the digital release of The Muse now!
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CELEBRATING 23 YEARS OF SCIENCE TRIPS
Last month, 80 students and alumni gathered in the Living Lab and Center for Environmental Studies to celebrate more than two decades of immersive science trips. They worked in the gardens, shared a meal, and enjoyed sweeping views of the Bay Area, honoring a program that’s reached over 1,000 students through a 23-year partnership with Ecology Project International. “My trip to Costa Rica in 2002 was a turning point, sparking my passion for ecosystems and science,” says Sara Geunther ’04.
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O'DOWD CONFIRMATION
We welcomed Bishop Barber to campus as we celebrated 20 students receiving the Sacrament of Confirmation. A special sacrament that recognizes one's commitment to their Catholic faith, our students spent the last year in formation classes and are now fully initiated into the Catholic Church!
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SUMMER ACADEMY - SESSION 2 BEGINS JULY 7
O’Dowd’s Summer Academy offers engaging enrichment and academic opportunities for middle and high school students from across the Bay Area. Session 2 begins July 7 – there’s still time to register!
Choose from exciting classes like yoga, hip hop literacy, soccer, and photography in a fun, supportive environment.
Spots are filling quickly – sign up now!
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24 STUDENTS COMMIT TO PLAY IN COLLEGE
Before the year ended, we celebrated the 24 student-athletes who have committed to continuing their athletic career at the collegiate level.
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THE SPARK OF POSSIBILITY: READ OUR LATEST MAGAZINE
Our most recent issue of O’Dowd’s biannual magazine, The Dragon, arrived in mailboxes last month. Check out this issue for stories about our innovation at O’Dowd, Brian Judd’s impact on generations of Dragons, 25 years of the Living Lab, and inspiring alumni.
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KEVIN DONAHUE ’63 received the prestigious Jim Echols Award at the 2025 California State Athletic Directors Association (CSADA). The award recognizes exceptional work for the CSADA during the previous year.
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NICK MACCARONE ’98 wrote, produced, and played the lead in the feature film Sonny Boy. The film won the Audience Choice Award for best feature narrative at Dances With Films in NYC, along with being profiled in Variety.
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AMIRA MOORE ’19 started a new position as a Logistics Staff Member at the San Francisco 49ers. She will be working behind the scenes to help bring game days and special events to life at Levi’s Stadium!
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June
30 Summer Academy, Mini Session - Register
July
1-3 Summer Academy Mini Session - Register
2 Summer Academy, Session 2 - Register
October
26 Harvest Festival - Celebrating 25 Years of the Living Lab (1:00-4:00pm)
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The Results are In - Dragon Decades Challenge!
In the excitement between Reunion Day and Graduation, O’Dowd kicked off the first Dragon Decades Challenge, and Dragons from every generation answered the call! Here are the results of gifts received by the Challenge deadline of midnight on May 31:
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Most donors: Classes of the 80s
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Most funds raised: Classes of the 70s
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Most first-time donors: Classes of the 70s
Thank you, Dragons, for your generosity and for honoring your legacy as O’Dowd Alumni. Your support keeps Dragon Pride alive for today’s students and those yet to come!
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VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY!
Are you a parent, alum, parent of an alum or grandparent with some extra time on your hands? We're interested in creating a volunteer pool for periodic office support in the Development Department. Send us an email if this could be a good fit for you!
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