Friday, May 17, 2024

·        News Highlights PantherVision

·        Lacore '86 Appointed to Vice Admiral

·        Wilson to Retire

·        RSVP for Sports Banquet

·        Summer Camps Registration

·        This Week at AHN

·        Latest Issue of Student Newspaper

·        Super Track Raffle Winners

·        Register for Alumnae Day at Track

·        Alumnae Induction Invitation

·        518 Day of Giving

·        SAT Prep Available

·        School Calendar

·        Scholarship Spotlight

·        Join AHNConnect!

We congratulate Rear Admiral Nancy Lacore '86 on being appointed to the grade of Vice Admiral, with assignment as Chief of Navy Reserve, N095, Office of the Chief of Naval Operations. 

The appointment was announced Friday morning by Albany County Executive Dan McCoy.

McCoy says Vice Admiral Lacore "exemplifies the values of hard work, ingenuity, and perseverance."

Lacore spoke to students earlier this school year. Follow the link to watch highlights from her address.

Wilson Calls it a Career

Rod Wilson, Academy of the Holy Names Director of Buildings and Grounds, has announced he will retire at the end of this academic year after 23 years of service to the school. His last day is June 14. Succeeding him will be Chris Wilson, who was brought on to the Buildings and Grounds team a year ago.

Our friend Rod oversaw many facilities upgrades during his tenure, including, but not limited to the construction of the Bell Tower, and the additions of the gymnasium and St. Joseph’s Hall. He says his proudest achievement, though, was watching his granddaughter, Elizabeth ’20, graduate. 

Chris has been mentored for the position as successor to his father for the past year. He came to Holy Names with vast experience as a licensed electrician and business owner. He received his bachelor's degree in human resources and his master's degree in business administration from the University of Maine. Chris has a mechanic certification and enjoys sound engineering. He says he’s looking forward to putting those resources to work for the school and living up to the high standards and years of dedication and devotion given by his father.

Register for Sports Banquet

We salute our seniors and the rest of the varsity lacrosse squad as the team's season comes to a close. We also wish good luck to outdoor track in Saturday's Eddy Meet at Schenectady High School.

Don't forget: 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.

May is a celebratory month in the Catholic Church, and our middle schoolers participated in the time-honored tradition of the May Crowning on Monday. Our courtyard statue was adorned with a floral crown, symbolizing Mary as the Queen of Heaven and Mother of God.

Our seniors celebrated College Admissions Day this week.

Each student wore a shirt representing the college or university which they will be attending in the fall, ranging from Syracuse, Colgate, and Villanova to Siena, NYU, and South Carolina.

"Who's Afraid of a Cheap Old House," from Associate Producer Ann Marie Lizzi '87 premiered this week on HGTV.

The show will run for seven weeks. Filming took place in and around the greater Capital Region and features inspirational transformations of properties 100 years or older in Albany, Menands, Troy, Granville, Cambridge, Whitehall, Sharon Springs and Worcester.

Thank you to Dr. Tom Patton, father of Rosalie father and uncle of Emma L. who stopped by to offer a presentation on Buddhism to our Senior Theology classes.

A packed house was on hand to enjoy the sounds of AHN's annual Spring Concert, featuring performances by the Middle School Chorus, the High School Choral Ensemble, and an instrumental solo from junior Riley S. Visit our YouTube page to watch the full performances.

Congratulations to Michelle Mahon '99 on completing her term as president of The Junior League of Albany! She's seen here with fellow league members and AHN alumnae, the Astemborski family: Courtney '10, Dina (Zandri) '79, and Kendra '07.

Hot off the presses, it's the Spring Edition of The Academy Courier!

Congratulations to the Co-Editors, as the publication received First Place (Small High School Newspaper) in the American Scholastic Press Association’s Annual Contest/Review.

Super Track Raffle Winners

Congratulations to Brian and Erin Hannafin, winners of our Super Track Raffle!

They'll get to enjoy a day at the Saratoga Race Course with seating for five in a Clubhouse Box on Opening Weekend (July 12-14), and increase their odds of winning with help from a horse-racing strategist.

PLUS the party will continue with dinner at Solevo Kitchen and an overnight stay at the Courtyard Saratoga Springs.

Alumnae Induction

Academy of the Holy Names will be participating in this year's 518 Day of Giving tomorrow, Saturday, May 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. Follow the link for more information or to make a gift.

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.:

• 5/21
• 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).