Friday, June 7, 2024

·        Grade Eight Graduation

·        Alumnae Visit AP Bio Class

·        Upcoming Alumnae Events

·        This Week at AHN

·        Sectional Qualifier Results

·        Athletes Honored at Banquet

·        Sports Clinics Registration

·        Summer Camps Registration

·        Summer Project Preview

·        Key Bank Gives Back

·        Arts Center Backdrop for News

·        Student Study Needs Volunteers

·        Uniform Return Requested

·        AHN Job Openings

·        Penny Keychain Dolls on Sale Now

·        School Calendar

·        Save the Date: Golf Classic

·        Scholarships Spotlight

·        Support the 1884 Fund

·        AHN Accepting 2024-25 Applications

Congratulations, graduates! AHN held its prayer service and graduation ceremony for the eighth grade on Thursday morning in front of a packed Riley Auditorium to usher the class on from leaders of the Middle School to first year students in the High School.

The Ceremony included remarks from Class President Sophie Wilson and Vice President Maggie McAllister, a presentation of gifts from students to the school, as well as to their parents in attendance.

There were also special musical selections, including ABBA's "Slipping Through My Fingers" performed by Maggie McAllister, Louisa Pero, and Lena Olshan, and Kanye West's "Runaway" on the piano by Ana Guerra. Click the links to watch both on our YouTube channel.

Photos from the ceremony can be found in our online gallery.

Want to connect with other alumnae like Abby and Stefania?

Join AHNConnect, a Holy Names networking platform just for alumnae, students, faculty, and parents within the AHN Community. 

"Science has the power to change lives." - Abby White '20.

Abby, joined by her best friend and fellow AHN Class of 2020 graduate Stefania Bonanni, were special guests of Mrs. Baxter in her AP Bio class Wednesday.

The pair spoke of their love of science and how AHN prepared them well for their collegiate journeys: Abby just graduated from Harvard College, where she was studying Integrative Biology on a pre-med track. She'll be heading to Brown University in the fall for her masters in Medical Science. Stefania just graduated from Fordham University majoring in Bio Sciences, and is about to start her PhD in Biology at Boston College.

We welcome them home, and thank them for taking time to answer questions about STEM and the college application process. They are great examples of how the bonds forged at Holy Names last a lifetime.

Summer on Cape Cod? AHN is planning an alumnae gathering on Thursday, July 25 from 5 to 7 p.m. in Chatham. If you spend the summer or plan to be on the Cape the last week of July, please contact Kristin Vivian, Director of Advancement to be added to the invitation list.  

Join us for Alumnae Day at the Track! Secure your spot with us on Sunday, July 28 at 11:00 a.m. at Saratoga Race Course's 1863 Club Building.

Follow the link to make your reservation.

Our final prayer service of the school year was held on Monday.

This one was led by the eighth grade class.

Students spent their Tuesday and Wednesday afternoons in The Commons this week making cards to send birthday wishes and/or brighten someone's day.

The cards will be delivered to Our Lady of Mercy Life Center and the Bernard and Millie Duker Children's Hospital at Albany Medical Center.

Grade eight students were decked out in their Sunday finest -- on a Wednesday -- for the traditional luncheon held each year ahead of graduation.

The group rehearsed for its big day, shared a meal and watched a movie.

Outdoor Track Has Strong Showing at Sectionals

Congratulations to the outdoor track team on strong finishes at sectionals on Friday.

Notable results:

• Summer Reinoehl (Personal best, 1500m)
• Georgia Boggs (Personal best, Long Jump)
• Patricia Whalen, Morgan Brewer, Shaya Gerber, Logan Schlegel (Seasonal record, 4x400m relay)

The 4x400 team just missed out on qualifying for state finals by .3 seconds! We're proud of your efforts!

AHN's annual Winter-Spring Sports Banquet was held on Thursday at The Century House in Latham.

Athletes in indoor/outdoor track, JV and varsity basketball and lacrosse, softball, and fall and winter cheer were honored for their achievements.

Awards ranged from team MVP and Most Improved to acknowledgements for "Leadership" and "Hustle."

SAVE THE DATE: FALL SPORTS BEGIN MONDAY, AUGUST 26. MORE INFO WILL BE SENT TO PARENTS AT THE END OF JUNE.

Registration is now available for summer sports clinics! We are excited to offer camp options for girls starting in grade four, including tennis, lacrosse, softball, cheer, and volleyball. Register now for one or more! 

Coach G's summer basketball camp is back! This year's camp will run from July 15 through 18. Follow the link for more information and to register.

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.

AHN sports clinic information will be coming soon.

Christian Brothers Academy will be holding two sports clinics, one for grades 1-4 and another for grades 5-8. Follow the links provided for more information.

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 go to increase and upgrade our cardio and

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

Our current training room will be turned into a modern cardio fitness center, and a rarely-used storage space will be 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 will be extending 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.

Led by Cindy Pettit '78, members of Key Bank took part in the organization's annual "Neighbors Make a Difference Day" here on the AHN Campus. The group spent Friday cleaning inside the Campus Arts Center which is frequently used for student and community productions.

AHN's Arts Center Serves as Venue for Memorial Performance

Image Courtesy WTEN

Fallen Chandelier Productions, let by Fran DelSignore, who led AHN's spring musical Legally Blonde, Jr., honored Capital District resident Aaron Barker with a memorial performance of “Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat,” at AHN's Arts Center featuring members of the 1996 cast he performed with. Click the link to watch the full story on WTEN.

Student Requests Assistance with Science Study

Current parents: you can help us fill the uniform closet this summer.

Drop off your gently used uniforms at the front office so we can fill the closet for new students.  

Want to join the AHN team? We are looking for a part-time Accounting Specialist and a full-time Maintenance Technician. Visit our employment page for more info.

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, new student enrollment is up 53% compared to this time last year. 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).