Friday, October 9, 2026

• Bottle Drive
• First Annual Parent Social
• Carlo Cherubino Memorial 5K
• 2026 Athletic Hall of Fame Induction
• 1884 Fund Cash Raffle
• Feast Day of Mother Marie-Rose Durocher
• 8th Grade Trip to Chingachgook

• 2026 Alumnae Reunion Weekend Recap
• AHN Received Grant Funding from the Rev. Kenneth J. Doyle Catholic Education Fund, Inc
• Introducing Our New Institutional Advancement Administrative Assistant & Data Specialist
• Dig Pink Volleyball Game

Holy Names continued a cherished community tradition with this year’s Dig Pink Volleyball Game, organized by seniors Tara Brady, Payton Good, and Gianna Lorusso. A part of the Holy Names community for more than 15 years, the event has recently transitioned to student leadership, giving seniors the opportunity to carry on this meaningful tradition as part of their senior service projects. During the school day, the students sold shoe laces and hair tinsel as part of their fundraiser.

The JV and Varsity Volleyball teams faced the Hudson Falls Tigers in a spirited matchup. While our Panthers ultimately fell short, they battled hard. The evening was filled with Panther Pride and community support, with raffles and an opportunity to connect with a volunteer from To Life! Attendees learned about the importance of early detection and cancer screenings, as well as how To Life! supports individuals affected by breast cancer throughout New York’s Capital Region and beyond.

Thank you to Tara, Payton, and Gianna for their leadership, and to everyone who came out to support this important cause!

Alumnae Reunion Weekend

Alumnae Reunion Weekend is always such a special event, honoring our alumnae spanning from the 1950s to the 2020s! It was a joyous weekend, with our student cheer squad and Penny the Panther welcoming everyone to campus and enjoying a luncheon reception catered by Marcesco Foods. Thank you to everyone who celebrated near and far. Our celebrations will continue throughout this year. Stay tuned!

8th Grade Trip to Chingachgook

The 8th grade went to Camp Chingachgook on Wednesday, Sept. 23rd for a day of team building activities. The girls enjoyed canoeing, archery, and rock wall climbing. It was a great day, beautiful weather, a picnic lunch by the lake, and comradery.

Holy Names Receives Grant Funding from Rev. Kenneth J. Doyle Catholic Education Fund, Inc.

Fifteen Catholic Schools from across the Capital Region gathered on Wednesday, September 30 at St. Mary's, Crescent Parish in Waterford, to receive grant funding from the Rev. Kenneth J. Doyle Catholic Education Fund, Inc. This is the second year that Academy of the Holy Names has benefited from funding which has helped to support transportation costs for the Campus-Wide Day of Service.

AHN in the News!

We’re proud to share that our President, Dr. Martin Kilbridge, was featured in an education leaders roundtable with the Albany Business Review, joining two local school administrators to discuss the changes and challenges facing education today and how the goal remains the same: prepare students for success. Read more here.

AHN Welcomes Institutional Advancement Administrative Assistant & Data Specialist

Mrs. Jamie Gannon

Institutional Advancement Administrative Assistant & Data Specialist

With years of experience supporting school communities through community engagement and outreach, event planning, fundraising, and school enrichment, Mrs. Gannon brings strong organizational, communication, and relationship-building skills to her new role. She also brings professional experience in administrative coordination, maintaining accurate records, and resolving complex questions and concerns. A 2022 Beacon of Hope Community Spirit Recipient, Mrs. Gannon is passionate about Catholic education, building connections, and strengthening the communities she serves. We’re excited to welcome her to the Institutional Advancement team!

Save the Dates & Important Info

College Financial Aid Night

Attention Senior Parents!

On Tuesday, October 13 there will be a Financial Aid Night at CBA at 7 PM. This event will feature guest speaker Priscilla Armsby, RPI Office of Financial Aid.

Don’t forget to submit your 1884 Fund Cash Raffle tickets to Institutional Advancement!

The friendly competition is heating up! 🐾 The class with the most participation will win a special prize—and the Class of 2030 is currently in the lead! Which class will take the top spot?

We know our alumnae love a good competition too! As of now, the Class of 1966 is in the lead from our alumnae!!

Need more tickets or have questions? Contact Institutional Advancement at tczachor@ahsn.org.

Thank you for helping make the 1884 Fund Cash Raffle a success and supporting our Holy Names students!

Remembering Sister Joyce M. Houle

Sister Joyce M. Houle, S.N.J.M., who for 71 years served as a dedicated member of the Sisters of the Holy Names of Jesus and Mary, passed away on September 29, 2026. Joyce was an alumna of Holy Names Class of 1953 and served as a faculty member for many years. She ministered generously in diverse school, hospital, and church settings. The style of her personal prayer and spirituality, with strong emphasis on social justice and love of nature, added to the distinctiveness and impact of Joyce's ministry. AHN is thankful for her example and service in fostering the mission of our school. Find her obituary here.

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