Friday, May 24, 2024

·        So Long, Graduates!

·        Awards Convocation

·        Alumnae Induction

·        This Week at AHN

·        Sectional Qualifiers for Track

·        Sports Clinics Registration

·        Summer Camps Registration

·        Girls on the Run 5K

·        Register for Alumnae Day at Track

·        Alumnae Induction Invitation

·        518 Day of Giving

·        SAT Prep Available

·        School Calendar

·        Scholarship Spotlight

·        Join AHNConnect!

Congratulations to all award recipients at this year's Awards Convocation. 100% of the graduating class has received merit-based scholarships to institutions of higher learning.

Thursday's ceremony also observed the traditional "moving up" exercise of grade levels, and the presentation of Profile, AHN's high school yearbook, which was dedicated by yearbook staff to Ms. Witherspoon for her years of service to AHN. Follow the link for the complete list of awards:

Alumnae Induction Ceremony Comes with All the Bells and Whistles

We could not have asked for a better day for our Alumnae Induction Ceremony on Tuesday. Congratulations to the Class of 2024, and thank you to all alumnae and family in attendance who came for the blessing of the graduates and bestowing of the bells.

This year's class also announced its gift: $1989 to purchase an air conditioner for our beloved kitchen staff, Marcesco Foods.

Our sincere thanks to Fr. Sean O'Brien, OFM for officiating this year's Baccalaureate Mass. Visit our homepage, AHNS.org, and click "gallery" to view the full album.

The senior class took some time earlier this week in The Commons to decorate their graduation caps, with many choosing to represent the college or university which they will be attending in the fall.

This year's Senior Night was held at Albany Country Club. Students, faculty and staff were able to celebrate and send the Class of 2024 off in style.

A special service was held on Monday in honor of our seniors. Senior yearbook quotes were read, and each received gifts from their Grade 9 sisters, chocolates from Grade 10 and hand painted notecards from Grade 11.

Thank you to Karen Sanford, mom of Riley ‘28, who was a special guest speaker in Mrs. Rose’s Earth Science class Thursday. Karen is a geologist working with New York State Department of Transportation and took time to inform students about potential careers for women interested in geology and how her work impacts large scale projects across the state, including bridge and tunnel construction.

Mental Health Awareness month continued this week with our middle and high school students, under the guidance of School Counselor Mrs. Jacob-Zysman, making mindfulness bracelets with words of encouragement and affirmation.

Outdoor Track Qualifies for Sectionals

Congratulations to the Holy Names outdoor track team for placing fourth out of 18 schools in sectional qualifiers. The following students will now participate in sectionals next Thursday and Friday at Guilderland High School:

• Anna Wasula (Shot Put)
• Georgia Boggs (Long Jump)
• Maeve Joyce (3000m)
• Summer Reinoehl (1500m)
• Patricia Whelan, Morgan Brewer, Shaya Gerber, Logan Schlegel (4x400m relay)
• Ana Guerra, Lanie LaBoissiere, Julia Lynch, Maeve Joyce (4x800m relay)

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.

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.

Congratulations to our students, who, after two months of training, participated in Girls on the Run 5K at Joe Bruno Stadium over the weekend. Thank you to Ms. Witherspoon and Aimee Strunk-Reinoehl P '24 '29 for coaching the girls.

Also, a shoutout to Katie Hodgdon P '29 (mom of Audrey), who was interviewed by our local NBC affiliate. Follow the link to watch the story.

Thank you to all who donated to Academy of the Holy Names during this year's 518 Day of Giving on Saturday, May 18.

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

More than $800 was raised that day to 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.:

• 5/28
• 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).