Friday, May 10, 2024

·        New Board Chairs Announced

·        Annual AHN Art Show

·        Junior Honored for Writing Piece

·        Hotaling Named to Tulip Court

·        Ambassadors Reach Milestone

·        Big Victories for Panthers

·        Register for Basketball Camp

·        Summer Camp Registration

·        Paddle Raise for Library Project

·        Reception for New Families

·        Feast of the Ascension

·        This Week at AHN

·        JLOC Helps Local Pantries

·        Alumna Honored by Chamber

·        Alumnae Induction

·        Spring Concert Rescheduled

·        518 Day of Giving

·        New Admissions Testing Opportunity

·        SAT Prep Available

·        School Calendar

·        Scholarship Spotlight

·        Join AHNConnect!

AHN Hosts Annual Art Show

AHN hosted its annual Art Show on Friday. Portfolio exhibits, including pieces from AP Art and Design students were put on display throughout the campus as family and community members were welcomed to stop in and view.

Junior Receives National Writing Honor

Albany Mayor Kathy Sheehan in Washington Park with 2024 Tulip Queen finalists Labika Baral, Shayla Farris, Ryleigh Hotaling, Julianna Tourangeau and Naishaly Vélez Galán. Photo Credit: Dave Lucas/WAMC

Congratulations to senior Ryleigh Hotaling, who has been named to the Albany Tulip Court! The story was featured in several local broadcasts, including WAMC. Follow the link below for more.

The Annual Tulip Festival is set for Mother’s Day weekend in Washington Park where this year's queen will be crowned.

Thank you to our wonderful student ambassadors, who under the guidance of Admissions Director Ann Rento have assisted on more than 100 shadow visits this school year -- a 40% increase year over year! We appreciate all you have done to make students feel so welcome!

Lacrosse Team Celebrates Senior Day, Track Team Wins

Congratulations to JV lacrosse (17-8 over La Salle) and outdoor track for their wins this week.

At Monday's meet at Voorheesville, AHN had several first-place finishers, including Maggie McKenna in the 100m, Morgan Brewer in the 400m, Patsy Whelan in the 300m, Riley Sanford in the long jump, Anna Wasula in the shot put, plus the 4x400 relay and 4x100 relay teams.

Varsity lacrosse celebrated senior night ahead of its matchup versus Cohoes, honoring Anna Nichols, Ryan Carroll, Bridget Burke, Lexie Cristalli, and Sophia Kaiser.

You can register now for the Winter/Spring Sports Banquet, which is scheduled for Wednesday, June 5 at 5:45 p.m. at The Century House in Latham. Please RSVP by Monday, May 20.

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.

Paddle Raise Supports Library Upgrade

At Friday night's Spring Gala, we announced this year’s Paddle Raise would support the creation of a contemporary center for learning that would include traditional library resources alongside innovative technologies.



We are tremendously grateful for all who raised their paddles in support of this effort. If you were unable to attend and would like to make a contribution, you still can by following the link provided.

A welcome reception for new families was held on Friday in the Riley Auditorium.

Over in the Campus Arts Center, a reception was held for recipients of President's Leadership and Academic Scholarship Award recipients. All attendees were invited following their respective events to attend AHN's annual Art Show.

Thank you, Fr. Bob Longobucco, for celebrating the Feast of the Ascension with us this afternoon, and addressing the main question surrounding the day: what is it you see? GODISNOWHERE. God is nowhere? OR God is now here!

We also congratulate our newly commissioned Eucharistic Ministers, Reagan, Arielle, Alice, Elizabeth, Sabrina, Emma, Audrey, and Daniella.

Congratulations once again to Ella '28, who competed over the weekend at USA Gymnastics Level 9 Eastern Nationals in Myrtle Beach, SC. She placed 4th on bars and her Region 6 team came in 1st place!

Thank you to our special guest anchor for our PantherVision morning announcements on Wednesday, WRGB CBS 6 News, Albany’s Julia Dunn! Her story on our new studio is scheduled to air next week. We'll be sure to share it with you.

When the weather is this beautiful, you have to take advantage of it! That’s exactly what Ms. Greene and her Social Studies class did this afternoon, enjoying some learning time in AHN’s courtyard.

It’s National Teacher Appreciation Week, and to celebrate, AHN’s Parent Association, along with the Middle and High School students councils held a Wonka-themed lunch for faculty and staff.

A golden ticket provided entrance to the library filled with food and sweet treats as a reward for a job well done.

We love it when an alumna comes to visit. Alyse Gagliardi Segovia ‘89 stopped by to say hello, and is seen here in front of our history wall with her Great Aunt, Margaret Hoffman Riley ‘29. Fun fact: Alyse’s grandfather designed St. Joseph’s Chapel!

We want to give a shoutout to our Journalism/Courier students who raised $300 for the South End Children’s Cafe in Albany through a bagel breakfast and various donations.

The cafe offers free healthy meals along with homework help, academic enrichment, mentoring, exercise, and the arts.

Junior Ladies of Charity held its last event for senior officers Julia, Colleen, Carolyn, Bridget, Meredith, and Summer.

Members created birthday party gift bags for residents of local food pantries.

Alumnae Induction

Spring Concert Monday

SCHEDULE REMINDER:

The Spring Concert has been RESCHEDULED to MONDAY, MAY 13 at 7 p.m.

Academy of the Holy Names will be participating in this year's 518 Day of Giving on -- you guessed it -- Saturday, March 18.

The annual fundraiser helps support regional not-for-profit organizations.

Funds raised that day will help support AHN's Partners in Education Program, which assists qualified students who without financial assistance would not be able to attend Holy Names.

Another admissions testing opportunity has been made available for prospective students.

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 Sunday, May 19. Arrival time is 12:15 p.m.

The June SAT will be here before you know it, and AHN's College Counseling Office will be offering several opportunities for SAT preparation. Classes with state-certified teachers will be held on the following dates from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m.:

• 5/14
• 5/21
• 5/28
• 5/30

For more information and to register, email Corey Lustig or call (518) 248-8988.

Making a Difference at Holy Names

Catholic education continues to succeed with the support of generous donors who believe in its value and impact. By making gifts to scholarships, by becoming a Partner in Education, and by planning for a Legacy Gift in your will or estate plan, you make a difference by ensuring the future of Holy Names. 

To discuss ways of making an impact, please contact Kristin Vivian, Director of Institutional Advancement by calling 518-438-7895 x219.

Changing jobs? Moving to a new city? Looking for an internship? Want to help recent grads or connect with other alumnae?

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

Here at Holy Names, we are seeing an increase in applications, so reserve your space today!

A Holy Names education is an investment in the future, and the benefits of an all-girls education are more attainable than ever thanks to a tuition-restructuring for the 2023-24 academic year.

Know a family interested in learning more about the AHN experience? Have them reach out to Admissions Director Ann Rento at extension x202.

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).