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· This Week at AHN
· Reflections, Updates, Summer Tips
· Athletes Qualify for States
· Alumna Parent Trains Belmont Winner
· Register for Summer Camps/Sports
· Save the Date: Golf Classic
· Middle School Yearbook Sale
· Register: Alumnae Reunion Weekend
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· Register: AHN on the Move: Chatham
· Alumnae Updates
· Japan Trip Zoom Meeting
· Join our Team: Positions Available
· School Calendar
· Support the 1884 Fund
· Planned Giving
· AHN Accepting 2025-26 Applications
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Rising Star
Congratulations to Sophie Wilson '28, who has been chosen by faculty to receive the 2024-25 SRG Rising Star Award.
A new recognition, the award acknowledges a rising sophomore who demonstrates strong academic success and leadership qualities, as well as involvement in AHN clubs and activities.
Principal Taranto presented Sophie with the award on Wednesday.
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Student Honored for Service
Congratulations to Ella Schoenborn '26, recipient of the "Why I Care" Award from Broadview Federal Credit Union.
Broadview's most prestigious honor, the award is presented quarterly to one employee and one member for their community service activities, non-profit involvement, and how they are inspiring others to join in.
With the award came a $1000 donation to a non-profit of her choice, which Schoenborn selected "The Carlo Cherubino Memorial Fund."
Schoenborn founded “ProjectElla” in 2018 to feed the hungry when she was just 9. ProjectElla has since distributed thousands of meals and hundreds of thousands of food pantry items to organizations in need throughout the Capital Region.
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Students Visit Howe Caverns
Mother Nature was in full cooperation on Wednesday as grades six and seven went on a geological expedition to Howe Caverns.
Led by Mrs. Eller, Mrs. Rose, Miss Meg, and Prof. Gibbons, the group enjoyed the traditional cave tours as well as gem mining.
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Grades 6 and 7 Close Out Year with Field Day
Grades six and seven closed out the school year with a Field Day filled with fun activities!
Students signed each other's shirts, and asked faculty for their autographs as well. Breakfast for lunch was served in The Commons. Games were also played, including Mat Ball, Elbow Tag, and Hula Hoop Rock-Paper-Scissors. The festivities wrapped up with bracelet-making in The Riley Auditorium.
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Middle School Literary Journal Published
Hot off the presses, it's the latest edition of Inkwell, AHN's Middle School Literary Journal!
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Mary Ellen Scally Conboy '61 was presented with a framed copy of AHN's history wall. | |
Thank you, Mary Ellen!
At a luncheon celebration, staff wished Mary Ellen Scally Conboy '61 a heartfelt thank you as she stepped down from the role of Volunteer Archives Coordinator. Mary Ellen's dedication to preserving the history of Holy Names is unmatched. She has given countless hours as a volunteer to organizing and sustaining the archival records of Holy Names, and was instrumental in the development of the History Wall.
Alumna and current parent, Teresa Finkell Carlton '98, will take over and work with a team of volunteers including Mary Rita (Ri) Siciliano Cratty '58, Sharon McGivern Flood '61, Jessica Perazzelli Ross '98, Maeve McEneny Johnson '02, Kate Resler '04, and Laura Manzi Decker '04.
| | | | End of School Year: Updates, Reflections, and Tips for Summer Learning | | | |
By Dr. Martin Kilbridge
This past Sunday we celebrated Pentecost, when the Holy Spirit descended upon the Apostles who had anxiously gathered in a house in Jerusalem, unsure of what their future held with Jesus’ departure. The Holy Spirit transformed them, infusing them with hope and the courage to proclaim the gospel message. The Holy Spirit continues to animate the Church and it animates us, the Academy of the Holy Names community, in our mission to educate young women of competence, confidence, and compassion to build a better world.
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By Principal Margaret Taranto
Dear Holy Names Family,
As the school year closes, I want to extend my heartfelt gratitude to everyone in our school family for a successful academic year...
Everyone in this community has learned and grown, and I pray each member of our AHN family will enjoy a rejuvenating summer. As Father Longobucco reminded us a few weeks ago, this year’s school theme centered on love. Jesus instructs us: Love one another. As I have loved you, so you must love one another. I pray every member of our AHN family will be on both the giving and receiving sides of this kind of love.
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By Profesora Catherine Gibbons
Growing up I was surrounded by different languages and cultures. It is important to stay connected to both.
Here are some fun and easy ways to keep up with your target language and cultural awareness over the summer.
| | | Athletes Advance to State Championships | | | | |
Congratulations to our FOUR athletes who qualified to participate in the NYS Outdoor Track and Field Championships this weekend at Middletown High School:
- Maeve Joyce
- Anna Wasula
- Ana Guerra
- Georgia Boggs
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Sovereignty Wins Belmont
Congratulations to Hall of Fame trainer Bill Mott P '16 and the Mott Family, as Mott's horse Sovereignty followed up its Kentucky Derby win with a victory at the Belmont Stakes.
Image Courtesy: NYRA
| | | | Summer Camp, Sports Clinic Registration Available | | |
Girls! Join us this summer for a week (or two, or three) of fun and adventure. Register today for one or both of our great Summer Programs. Hurry, slots are limited.
Spots are also available for our summer Sports Clinics: cheer, volleyball, and tennis. Basketball and SAVB volleyball clinic info is coming soon. Follow the link to register.
| | Middle School Yearbook Sale | | | | |
Attention: Parents of students in grades 6-8
You can now purchase the 2024-25 Middle School Yearbook! Just follow the link provided.
| | Alumnae Weekend: Register Today! | |
Lisa Thorpe ‘80, Tamara Thorpe-Odom ‘92, Sandra Odom ‘21, and Vanessa Thorpe ‘81 | |
Legacy Family Gathering
Register today for our AHN Legacy Family Gathering scheduled during our AHN Alumnae Reunion Weekend.
Follow the link for the full schedule, registration, and list of suggested hotel options.
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Recent Alumna Donates Scholarship
Riley Schmitz '25 was a recent guest at Mohonasen High School, where she presented a $1,000 memorial award scholarship to a rising senior in honor of his late sister, Riley.
Schmitz raised the funds through her organization "We Can Make a Difference." Since third grade, Schmitz has collected bottles and cans for recycling and donated the proceeds to charitable organizations.
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Here Comes the Bride!
Congratulations to AHN’s favorite Accounting Clerk, Ally Insero ‘14, seen here with sisters Maddie ‘17 and Gabby ‘21, and her new husband, Ryan for getting married over the weekend!
| | | | For more alumnae news and updates, follow our series "Connecting with Katie Ann" with Director of Alumnae Engagement Katie Ann McDermott '98. Click the image to visit her page. | |  | |
AHN Connect is our online Community and Alumnae Association.
The networking platform is a place to connect with AHN alumnae, students, families, and friends. If you're an alumnae-owned business, you can also join our directory. Click the image to sign-up today!
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Meeting ID: 886 6354 8350
Passcode: r5865K
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A Zoom Meeting for those interested in our Spring 2026 trip to Japan is scheduled for Thursday, June 19 at 7:00 p.m.
We’ll be traveling with current high school students to Tokyo, Mount Fuji, Kyoto, and Nara during Spring Break, April 2 – April 10 with the American Council for International Studies (ACIS).
This is our first trip to Japan and we are very excited to travel to this modern, traditional, and exquisite country!
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We're hiring!
AHN has several positions available, including immediate openings for full- and part-time Maintenance Technicians. Interested in applying? Follow the link to visit our employment page.
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Summer Break
The school year has come to a close, so The Weekly Watch is taking some time off!
We'll be back with a mid-summer edition to provide you with some updates and important information before returning in the fall.
| | | | Be a Part of the Mother Marie Rose Legacy Society | |
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Already have AHN in your estate plans? Tell us! We would love to welcome you into the MMR Society.
For more information, please email Kristin Vivian or call 518-438-7895 x219
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Plan Ahead for the Causes You Care About
Planning a will or estate plan with legacy giving is an essential part of securing the future of Holy Names. You can help by making a Legacy Gift through the following planned giving options:
- Bequests
- Beneficiary Designations
- Charitable Remainder Trusts
- Transfer of Appreciated Stocks or Assets
Once you've secured the needs of your family, please consider securing the future of AHN with a legacy gift. Every gift makes an impact and helps to sustain our mission and school for future generations of students.
| | | | Enrollment is up! Apply or Schedule Your Visit Today! | |
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Apply for 2025-26 School Year
Applications for the 2025–2026 school year are still open! Grades six and eight currently have waitlists. Apply today!
Follow the link for more information and to begin the application process.
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Entrance/Academic Scholarship Exam
More admissions testing opportunities have been made available for prospective students. Our next exam is scheduled for Tuesday, July 15.
The exam serves as a scholarship qualifying exam and assists with student placement. High scoring students can earn between 15-25% tuition awards.
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