Friday, August 2, 2024

·        Vatican Mass Intentions

·        McDermott Returns to AHN

·        Important Info for Fall Semester

·        Weekend Events Draw Big Crowds

·        Student Recognized for Service

·        Fall Sports Registration

·        Summer Camps Provide Adventure

·        Summer Project Updates

·        Penny Keychain Dolls on Sale Now

·        School Calendar

·        Save the Date: Ice Cream Social

·        Save the Date: Alumnae Reunion

·        Save the Date: Golf Classic

·        Scholarships Spotlight

·        Support the 1884 Fund

·        AHN Accepting 2024-25 Applications

As part of Cross Catholic Outreach's Day of Prayer on Thursday, August 15, intentions for Academy of the Holy Names will be offered at the Holy Sacrifice of the Mass at The Vatican.

Cardinal Konrad Krajewski will offer the Mass, which is expected to be made available for viewing on The Vatican's YouTube live stream.

Katie Ann McDermott '98, whom many of you will recognize as the delightfully energetic emcee of our Spring Gala, is returning to Academy of the Holy Names in a new role as Director of Alumnae Engagement.

"I'm thrilled to be back where it all started for me, and am looking forward to the chance to connect with my fellow alumnae," Katie Ann says. "We've got a lot of fun projects in store!"

Katie Ann, a graduate of Russell Sage College, also attended the London Academy of Music and Dramatic Arts and received her MA from New York University. Most recently she served as Gifting and Volunteer Program Lead at Kobre & Kim, LLP. In her new role, Katie Ann will be engaging with AHN's alumnae community to build good will, encourage participation in events, as well as annual and long term giving of time, talent and/or treasure to AHN. 

With Katie Ann's arrival, Liz McGarry P '29 will now be taking on the important role of Director of 1884 Fund Giving and Events.

Parents: check your email!

Today you will have received important back-to-school information from Principal Taranto regarding upcoming dates, new policies, as well as important academic updates.

It was a who's who of AHN alumnae in Cape Cod over the weekend. Great to see so many familiar faces spanning so many years!

Katie Ann McDermott '98

Margie Reilly '59

Rita Maloy '67

Nancy Walsh Scofield '65

Maureen Walsh Belsito '65

Amy Smith Roberts '92

Kate Sumner Murphy '97

Sharon Rogler Tromp '87

Susan Mahoney Welch '84

Marty Kilbridge

Kathleen Conboy Schreck '74

Carol Criscione '62

Anna Szesnat '22

Kristin Vivian P '14 '17

Susan Casey '79

Susan Rogler Gomez '81

Mary Faith Hughes Scherer '48

Margaret Tromp '23

Madeline Murphy '25

Sunday provided an absolutely gorgeous day for AHN Day at the Track! It was wonderful to have more than 50 members of the Holy Names community gathered together at Saratoga Race Course’s 1863 Club.

Congratulations to senior Riley Schmitz for being honored by Capital Bank's 21st Century Awards for her service to the community.

The awards are given annually to remarkable people 24 and under who have demonstrated a commitment to bettering the Capital Region.

Riley founded "We Can Make a Difference" to support organizations ranging from the Tunnels to Towers Foundation, Hospice, and Ronald McDonald House.

Admissions/Scholarship Exam Dates Available

SECURE YOUR SPOT now for next week's admissions testing opportunity for prospective students while slots are still available.

The exam serves as a scholarship qualifying exam and assists with student placement. High scoring students can earn between 1/4 and 1/2 tuition awards.

The upcoming exam is scheduled for Wednesday, August 7. Don't worry if you can't make it. We've got another exam scheduled for Saturday, August 17. Arrival time for both is 9:00 a.m.

Fall sports begin Monday, August 26, and registration is NOW OPEN.

Check your email for more information.

From zip lining and riding the rails to parasailing and rafting, there was a little something for everyone at this year's Adventure Camp, which spanned three separate weeks and brought some new faces to the Holy Names campus.

On the athletics side, Coach Fiore hosted her tennis clinic, and Coach Gigliello hosted his annual basketball clinic.

Next week marks the start of Arts Camp, complete with art, music, and theater instruction.

This year's Spring Gala paddle raise focused on the completion of the Learning Commons in the library, which will be a reimagined space that acknowledges the ways in which our 21^st century students study, collaborate, relax, and advance their learning experience at Holy Names.

Gifts from ALLINforAHN will expand and upgrade our cardio and

strength training capacity and expand access to fitness opportunities for all students.

A rarely-used storage space is currently being converted into a multi-level strength training room.

Thanks to a generous donation from retiring Board of Trustees member Jack Maloy, P '03, '13, we extended the breezeway sidewalk in the front of the building, creating a safer approach for students and faculty to enter the building during drop-off and pickup times.

Attention: families: AHN is looking for volunteers interested in monitoring the Learning Commons during the morning hours. Volunteer coverage is needed from 8:00 to 10:00 a.m. and/or 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Monday to Friday. If you are interested in helping, please contact Principal Taranto. Some online training will be required.

Penny Keychain Dolls on Sale Now!

Interested in joining the Golf Committee? Email Liz McGarry, Associate Director of Advancement for more information!

Support the 1884 Fund

Here at Holy Names, student enrollment is up 26% over the past two years. We have students coming from 31 different schools from throughout the Capital Region and beyond. Applications are still being accepted for the 2024-25 school year.

The Academy of the Holy Names single-gender model encourages open dialogue, collaboration, and a focus on subjects that may traditionally be underrepresented for women. Click the link to apply today!

For only $10, these 9" (standing) AHN collectibles can be yours!

Place your order for pick-up at the front desk or to have them shipped to you (add $5 per item).