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· Fall Open House
· Shadow Visit/Entrance Exam Sign-Ups
· Emergency Alert Notification Set-Up
· This Week at AHN
· Panthers Updates
· Fall Drama Production Tickets on Sale
· AHN Welcomes New HS Math Teacher
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· AHN Inspires Alumna to Service
· Month of Simple Giving
· Register: AHN on the Move Boston
· Save the Date: AHN Needs Your Vote
· Important Holly Ball Information
· Join our Team
· School Calendar
· Support the 1884 Fund
· AHN Accepting 2025-26 Applications
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Thank you to everyone who made our Open House such a smashing success!
We couldn't have done it without the efforts of our student ambassadors, faculty, staff, coaches, parents, and alumnae volunteers who were on hand to showcase the best of AHN.
Guests were treated to campus tours, as well as presentations from senior class president Morgan Brewer '25, and alumna Joan Lipscomb Arthurton '87.
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Shadow Visits Available
If you know a family interested in learning more about Holy Names but can't attend next week's Open House, we are currently scheduling shadow visits! These are the best way for potential students to see first-hand what a day in the life of an AHN student is like. Forward/follow the link to schedule today.
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Entrance/Academic Scholarship Exam
More admissions testing opportunities have 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 15-25% tuition awards.
The next upcoming exam is scheduled for next Saturday, November 16. Arrival time is 8:30 a.m.
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Emergency Alert Notification Instructions | |
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An emergency alert test notification will be sent Tuesday, November 12 at 5 p.m.
This is only a test. No action will need to be taken.
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1. Log into ahns.org and click myAHN.
2. Click “settings” under your profile photo.
3. Click “notifications.”
4. Update your notifications to add your phone number to receive texts. Select your provider to receive a text notification with a verification code. Once you enter that and your phone is verified, you’ll be able to opt-in to receive text alerts.
5. Select “Text” next to “announcement” and “news posted”
6. Lastly, next to “News Posted” click “Edit Options” and select “Snow Days/Closings/Emergency Alerts”
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Veterans Day Service
A special prayer service was held to honor veterans throughout our AHN community.
Click the image to view the complete presentation, which includes dozens of loved ones -- from students, faculty, and staff -- all of whom are veterans. We thank them for their service.
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Junior Ring Ceremony
AHN held its Junior Ring Ceremony on Friday evening. Congratulations to the members of the Class of 2026! More photos are available in our online gallery.
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Donating Funds to Alzheimer's Research
Academy of the Holy Names and The Alzheimer's Association of NENY partnered to provide education to students about Alzheimer's Disease and related dementia during the months of September and October. Students and community members raised more than $1,100 to support research through a school dress down day and a walk team for the Albany area Walk to End Alzheimer's at Siena College in October.
Beth Smith-Boivin ‘09, Executive Director of the Alzheimer's Association of NENY helped AHN connect with The Goldberg Foundation which supports Alzheimer's education activities and families impacted by the disease. The Foundation has committed funds in support of Partners in Education which includes an educational partnership with the Alzheimer's Association of NENY. On Thursday, Kristin Vivian P ‘14 ‘17 along with Dr. Kilbridge presented Smith-Boivin with a check for the Association representing AHN’s fundraising efforts.
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Help Send Students to NCYC
A BBQ fundraiser was held on Wednesday to help send ten AHN juniors and seniors to Long Beach, CA for this year's National Catholic Youth Conference (NCYC) next month. Food was provided by Metro 7 Diner.
Don't worry if you missed out. You can still show your support by following the link provided.
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Fall Sports Banquet
It was an evening of smiles and high-fives at Duo at the Dunes for this year's Fall Sports Banquet. Congratulations to all our athletes. Follow this link for the full list of this year's award recipients.
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Congratulations to varsity volleyball on a stellar season, culminating in a hard-fought five-set match versus South Glens Falls in the Sectional Semifinals.
Congratulations also do divers Lily Belles (3rd place) and Fina Cunningham (10th) who competed in diving Sectionals at Shenendehowa High School.
AHN hosts its Cross Country Invitational Friday afternoon on campus for runners grades five through eight.
Next up: Swimming has sectional finals Friday morning at 10:00 at Shenendehowa High School. Cross country heads to sectionals Monday afternoon at 2:00 at Queensbury High School.
Reminder: Winter sports registration is available NOW on the portal (myAHN.com). Winter sports start November 18. ALSO, a heads up for the upcoming basketball season: admission will be $5 for adults, and FREE for students.
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Academy of the Holy Names is pleased to welcome Alex Thieffry as its High School Math Teacher. He most recently served as a Math Teacher at Blessed Sacrament in Albany.
Mr. Thieffry received a Master of Science in Acoustical Engineering from Ecole Nationale Superieure d'Ingenieurs du Mans (ENSIM) in Le Mans, France, as well as a Master of Science in Acoustics from Universite du Maine - Le Mans.
Mr. Joseph Zaccardo, who has returned to Holy Names on a part-time basis to teach Statistics, will continue to do so for the remainder of the 2024-25 school year.
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Top: Alex Thieffry
Bottom: Joseph Zaccardo
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Holy Names Inspires Alumna to Life of Service | | |
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Service, a charism of the Sisters of the Holy Names of Jesus and Mary, is more than just a word at Academy of the Holy Names. It’s a way of life.
For a natural go-getter like MJ Naughton ’03, it’s a means of inspiration.
“During my senior year at Holy Names, when required to complete 100 hours of community service I was determined to do so well ahead of time. I achieved about 180 hours of local service and received an award for Service and Leadership that year.”
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SADD (Students Against Destructive Decisions) will be collecting for Grassroot Givers' Month of Simple Giving through November 15.
This is a school-wide event and the grade(s) that collect the most items (minimum 50) will win a dress-down day. Donation boxes will be in the front lobby:
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Middle School students and teachers: full-size shampoo and conditioner
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Ninth grade: deodorant for men and women
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Sophomores and juniors: razors in a two-pack and full-size toothbrushes and toothpaste
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Seniors and faculty: bars of soap
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Register Now: AHN on the Move | | |
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Hey, Bostonians! Join event sponsor Meredith Corsi ‘13 and more alumnae friends at AHN on the Move: Boston on Thursday, November 14 at Lucky Strike Fenway. Click the image for her personal invitation to you and follow the link to register! | |
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Alumna Turns Teas Set into Gift for AHN
Joann Scally Paulsen '52, spouse Dr. Carl Paulsen and sister, Mary Ellen Scally Conboy '61 pose for a photo following Joann's gift to Holy Names which resulted from the sale of a silver tea set, received as a 25th wedding anniversary gift. After unsuccessfully attempting to sell the tea set as is, Joann had the set melted and made into bars which were then sold to create the gift to AHN. This gift truly came from the heart! Many thanks to the Paulsens for their generosity and kindness.
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Celebrate Mass with Holy Names
Did you know you can celebrate mass with us at Holy Names? All are welcome in this family! Barbara Christenson Healy '63, a former Kindergarten teacher in the lower school was among those who joined us for All Saints Day. She's seen here with her granddaughter Caroline '30. Barbara's mother, Jane is also an alumna (class of 1934), as are several other members of her family, which has a rich history with AHN.
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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. | |  |
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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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Mark Your Calendars: AHN Needs Your Votes! | |
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We need your help! Thanks to our sponsor, Graypoint, LLC., AHN is participating in this year's Capital Region Gives campaign. The top 10 nonprofit vote-getters receive $10,000 in advertising grants from the Times Union. Help us spread the word!
How does it work? Starting Sunday, November 17, just log onto Timesunion.com and click on the "Capital Region Gives" icon. You can vote daily from any of your devices through Friday, December 6. Thank you for your support!
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Important Holly Ball Information | | |
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Holly Ball will be here before you know it, and there is some important information for you to be aware of.
We've posted everything you need to know on our website: follow the link for details. There are also forms to download: the Guest Authorization and Alcohol Policy, both of which need to be returned to Mrs. McGarry by Friday, December 6.
If you are not bringing a guest, only the Alcohol Policy is required.
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We're hiring!
AHN has openings for full- and part-time Maintenance Technicians, as well as substitute teachers for the 2024-25 school year. Interested in applying? Follow the link to visit our employment page.
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Next Week
Monday, November 11
School Closed (Veterans Day)
Wednesday, November 13
Parent Association Meeting, 6:30 p.m.
Friday, November 15
Middle School Dance, 7:00 p.m.
Saturday, November 16
Entrance/Scholarship Exam, 8:30. a.m.
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Monday, November 18
Winter Sports Begin
Wednesday, November 20
Sophomore Day
Grade 10 Retreat
Friday, November 22
Fall Drama Production, 7:00 p.m.
Saturday, November 23
Fall Drama Production, 7:00 p.m.
Sunday, November 24
Fall Drama Production, 2:00 p.m.
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Matching Gifts
As we enter the season of giving prior to year end, make the most of your gift to AHN by submitting a matching gift with your employer. Check your employer benefits to see if matching gifts are an option for you. Remember that AHN is a non-profit school, not a religious organization. Double your impact by taking the time to submit for a match.
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Each gift made to the 1884 Fund has an impact on every student, every day.
Support our 140-years strong legacy of empowering young women to pursue their passions, develop their potential, and live lives of purpose.
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Enrollment is up! Apply Today! | | |
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Here at Holy Names, student enrollment is up 27% over the past two years. We have students coming from 31 different schools from throughout the Capital Region and beyond. Applications are now being accepted for the 2025-26 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!
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Purchase AHN uniforms and more at Student Styles. Show us your AHN Pride!
Click the image to enter the store.
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You can also purchase AHN apparel at Wicked Smart's Academy of the Holy Names Shoppe by clicking the image. | |
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For only $10, these 9" (standing) AHN collectibles can be yours by clicking the image!
Place your order for pick-up at the front desk or to have them shipped to you (add $5 per item). $5 keychain versions are available here.
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