Friday, September 29, 2023

In This Issue

·        Alumnae Weekend + HOF Induction

·        Conboy '61 Honored with Award

·        Panthers Update

·        Meet Our New Golf Coach

·        Thank You, Golf Classic Sponsors

·        Color Run Registration

·        Welcome Day

·        Skirts Needed

·        Ninth Grade Retreat

·        BSA Seeks New Members

·        Spring Break Info Session

·        AHN/CBA Team Up for Walk

·        AHN Heading to California

·        November Open House

·        Family Photo Session

·        Admissions Exam Registration

·        Reserve Your Yearbook

·        Now Hiring: Spanish Teacher

·        School Calendar

·        Enrollment Up Ten Percent

Milestones Marked During Alumnae Weekend

Alumnae Reunions


Thank you to all who came out for Alumnae Weekend, including the members of the Class of '73 celebrating their 50-year reunion, and the Class of '98 celebrating their 25th! It was great to see so many familiar faces.


Reunion weekend was filled with fun activities, campus tours and receptions, as well as the Circle of Gold and Silver Induction Ceremony.


Alumnae were also on hand for the official ribbon-cutting for our new history wall mural.

Click Here to View the Full Album from Alumnae Weekend

Coach Chris Kranick with members of the 2005 track team

Athletic HOF Inductions


Alumnae weekend concluded with the 2023 Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony and Brunch.


We were pleased to welcome in this year's class: the 2005 Cross Country Team, Leah Triller '14, Jennifer Smith Wade '03, John O'Sullivan P '12, Kristin McCoy '07, and Catherine Maloy '13.

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Carlo Cherubino Hall


A reminder the Carlo Cherubino Athletic Hall of Fame dedication will take place on Sunday, November 5, at noon, here on the Holy Names campus.


Join us as we celebrate the legacy of Holy Names athletics by recognizing our fall athletes, presenting a special honor to all previous HOF inductees, and dedicating the new Hall of Fame.

Conboy '61 Honored for Lifetime Achievement

Congratulations to our Archives Coordinator Mary Ellen Scally Conboy ‘61 on receiving the Margaret Hoffman Riley ‘29 Lifetime Achievement Award. Through her efforts, the preservation of AHN’s history, including the production of the new history mural was possible.


The award is given annually during reunion weekend.

Conboy '61, seen with her husband, Jordan (left), officially cut the ribbon for AHN's new history wall during Alumnae Weekend.

Panthers Update

AHN Athletics Schedule

The varsity volleyball team continues its winning ways, adding three more W's this week after topping Cobleskill (3-0), Voorheesville (3-0), and Cohoes. The JV squad won two of its three matches this week, edging out Cobleskill (2-1) and Cohoes (2-1).


After notching its first victory of the season last week, the golf team added a tie, and win number two this week after topping LaSalle.


Varsity soccer added one to the win column on Thursday with a 4-0 shutout versus Lansingburgh.


Last and certainly not least, the cross country team was victorious over Albany Academy.



Also, we want to give a shoutout to AHN's Booster Club for making sure our home games are stacked with snacks! Thanks to Sarah Gerber '28 and mom Maria for manning the concessions for this week's volleyball games. 

AHN's New Golf Coach Brings Experience, Demonstrates Drive

Golf may be an individual sport, but don’t tell that to Vanessa Fulmore. Starting at age seven, it became her favorite summer activity to do with her father, preparing her for youth leagues and tournaments across the state.

 

Born and raised in Western New York, Fulmore played years of competitive golf, including on the Junior PGA Tour. Her college journey took her to Division II and the College of St. Rose. “I felt so at home I decided to stay,” Fulmore says.

Read More About Ms. Fulmore Here

Thank you, Sponsors!

Thank you to all our AHN Golf Classic Sponsors! We look forward to seeing everyone at Normanside Country Club bright and early on Monday! Check-in starts at 7:45 a.m. Shotgun starts begins at 9.

Register for Color Run

You can help this year's senior class with their senior service projects! Senior Kathleen Murphy has organized a 5K Color Run fundraiser for Sunday, October 14 right here at Academy of the Holy Names. Follow the link for more information and to register.

Click Here to Register

Welcome Day

Senior students hosted AHN's annual "Welcome Day" this week.


The event welcomes new faculty and staff, as well as any students who are new to the high school. A complimentary breakfast was provided and each of the "newbies" were presented with welcome gifts from their senior sisters.

Skirt Donations Needed

Calling all students! The uniform closet is in need of gently worn skirts!


If you have any you are willing to donate, please bring them to the front desk. See Ms. Rento with any questions.

Grade Nine Retreat Focuses on Friendship

If it hasn't been your day, your week, your month, or even your year, everyone can relate. It's why maintaining quality relationships is important to help carry you through.


On Friday, in line with this year's school theme of kindness and forgiveness, the ninth grade class learned lessons in friendship.


Led by Ms. Moran, and assisted by Ms. Waddingham, and Ms. Pantuso, the students participated in various activities and held group discussions on the topic. They also made friendship bracelets, and wrote out what qualities were most important to them to have in a good friend.

GRADE NINE ELECTIONS: Congratulations to Class President Julia Viglucci, Vice President Arabella Villegas, HR 9-1 Sofia Miron, HR 9-2 Maeve O'Brien!

BSA Seeking New Members

The Black Student Alliance is seeking new members.


All races and ethnicities are

welcome in the club, which through various school and community activities seeks to promote diversity, unity, and social justice.


The club's next meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, October 11 in the Riley Auditorium.


If you have any questions or are interested in joining, email Ms. Pantuso.

The BSA has also posted a banner featuring hands with different colors and names of students to promote unity throughout the school.


In addition, there is now a "suggestion box" outside Ms. Pantuso's office for students to anonymously share prayers, wants, wishes, hopes, and needs.

Spring Break Registration

Click Here for More Information and to Register

We are pleased to announce plans for a Spring 2024 trip to Spain for interested AHN high school students, grades 10 through 12. We will be traveling to the cities of Madrid, Seville, and Costa Del Sol March 29 through April 5.


There is a limit of 20 students for this trip so please register early. Payment plans are available. Email Ms. Rento with any questions.

AHN, CBA Team Up for Breast Cancer Walk

AHN and Christian Brothers Academy are teaming up to fight breast cancer! Together we'll be participating in the Making Strides Against Breast Cancer of Albany, NY Walk in Washington Park on Sunday, October 15.

Click Here to Join Our Team or to Donate

AHN is California Dreaming

Please email your RSVP to:

Kristin Vivian, Director of Institutional Advancement

or call 518-438-7895 x219

Join President Kilbridge and other AHN alumnae during his visit to the West Coast to meet, reminisce, and hear about the great things happening on campus! 


Los Angeles Area Gathering

Saturday, October 7

11 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Whiskey Red's Restaurant and Marina, 13813 Fiji Way, Marina Del Ray


San Francisco Area Gathering feat. Special Guest Principal Taranto

Saturday, October 14  

12 p.m. to 2 p.m.

McCormick & Kuleto's Seafood Restaurant

900 North Point Street, San Francisco


Complementary lunch will be provided at each gathering. 

Honoring the Sisters of the Holy Names

Family Promise of the Capital Region is paying tribute to the Sisters of the Holy Names of Jesus and Mary (SNJM).


The organization will honor the sisters for all they do for its mission and the community at its "Doors to the Future" celebration on Thursday, October 26 at 6 p.m. at St. Sophia Greek Orthodox Church Banquet Hall on Whitehall Road in Albany. Follow the link to register.

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November Open House

It's that time again. Our fall open house is right around the corner! Know a family interested in learning more about the Holy Names experience? Have them join us on Wednesday, November 8!

Click Here to Register

Family Photo Session Fundraiser

Looking to schedule a holiday photo shoot with your family? Look no further! You can have professional shots taken right here on the Holy Names campus! Create lasting memories, with proceeds going to benefit AHN's Friends of the Arts. Scan the QR code to make your reservation!

Admissions Testing Opportunity

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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 Saturday, November 18.



Arrival time is 8:15 a.m. For parents, there will also be coffee, conversation and tours available with school administrators.

Reserve Your Yearbook

The high school yearbook, Profile, is on sale through November 20 for students in grades 9, 10, and 11. There will be a new theme this year.


Every student is represented in the book, so make sure to reserve yours today!

Click Here to View the Sales Form

Now Hiring: Multiple Positions

Want to join our team at Holy Names? AHN has several coaching vacancies! Visit our employment page for more information.

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School Calendar

Next Week


Monday, October 2

AHN Golf Classic


Tuesday, October 3

School Picture Day

Grade 8 Pin Ceremony, 1:00 p.m.


Thursday, October 5

Feast of Blessed Mother Marie Rose Prayer Service


Friday, October 6

No Classes

Faculty/Staff Professional Development Day


Click here to view our full school calendar

Looking Ahead


Monday, October 9

School Closed (Columbus Day; Indigenous Peoples' Day)


Wednesday, October 11

Half Day of School for testing


Tuesday, October 17

AHN Day of Service


Thursday, October 19

High School Service Fair

Enrollment is up! Schedule Your Visit Today!

With 211 students this fall here at Holy Names, we have seen a ten percent increase in enrollment over this time last year!


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.

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