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The Catholic High School of Baltimore
Sponsored by the Sisters of St. Francis of Philadelphia Since 1939
May News and Updates from the Office of Alumnae Relations
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Letter from the President
Dear Alumna,
As I write my final Alumnae Update, my mind and heart are flooded with so many memories: A quarter of a century of student activities and events, fundraisers, school improvements, religious observances, walking the halls of Catholic High, and memories of the school we share. Our students are the core of everything at Catholic High — certainly those currently enrolled and those who came before them...You, Catholic High Alumnae.
Through the years, you have been an inspiring and meaningful presence in the life of Catholic High due to your consistent support and engagement in school initiatives, including attending plays and concerts, participating in the Alumnae Memorial Mass, Wine Tasting, Golf Outing, Annual Gala, and so much more. You established Endowed Scholarships in your family’s name and in honor of your graduating class and consistently supported the Green & Gold Fund. Your generosity was instrumental in funding each of the countless improvements in our beautiful building and on our campus. Your names are forever etched in the Gallery’s Donor Walls and Catholic High archives for your support of our major gift initiatives to fund these improvements: the Clinical Simulation Lab, Student drop-off and Parking lot on the Western Campus, the Production Booth, the Sister Arnoldine O’Connell, OSF Dining Hall, just to name a few.
Catholic High will continue its enduring positive impact in Greater Baltimore and beyond because of you and your belief in the school you attended for four short years that left you with a lifetime of memories. I often tell students, "You will leave Catholic High, but Catholic High will never leave you." These words resonate with me as my time at the school comes to an end once again.
I am honored and forever grateful for the countless opportunities I have had during these 25 years to work with Catholic High’s amazing faculty and staff and to know the remarkable classes of young women who have walked the halls during my tenure. I am also honored and grateful to have known you and to thank you for your consistent generosity. The school we love will continue to prosper and grow with your committed support and engagement in the coming years. I ask God to bless you each day for all that you have done and will continue to do in Catholic High’s good name.
As I leave as President, I will forever remain a proud Daughter of Catholic High!
Lux Tua Luceat,
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Barbara D. Nazelrod, Ph.D. '68
President
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Shining in the Arts
This month's edition of From the Archives features Catholic High women posing for a photo next to two of Eileen Asplen's '58 oil paintings during the 1956-1957 school year. Barbara Amrein '57, Nancy Pistorio '57, Catherine Plack '57, and Marie Fioroli '57 all qualified for shows at the annual Art Exhibit that took place on May 4 and 5 that year.
For the past several years, Catholic High's Art Department has hosted the Juried and Senior Art Shows in May to showcase our talented artists that create in a variety of mediums!
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Designing the Future While Preserving the Past
Abigail Burthe has been quite busy in her studies since graduating from Catholic High in 2021! Last year, she graduated from the University of Pittsburgh where she earned her Bachelor's of Science in Architecture and a minor in Museum Studies. She has held two internships in recent years, the first at Arlington National Cemetery as an Architectural Conservation Intern where she worked to preserve monuments such as the Tomb of the Unknown Solider and the memorial wall at the grave of RFK Sr. Abigail's second internship was in conservation at Independence Hall in Philadelphia.
Abigail is now continuing her education in a dual degree MastersProgram at Tulane University in New Orleans, Louisiana! Tulane's School of Architecture and the Built Environment (TuSABE) will allow her to obtain a specialized degree where she will earn a Master of Science in Historic Preservation (MSHP) in addition to a Master of Architecture (M.Arch). The four-year program will lead her to potential accreditation as a licensed architect upon graduating. Abigail is excited to be a part of the MSHP Program due to the school's location in New Orleans which holds a rich cultural background. With this type of degree, she will gain knowledge in policy, research, documentation, understanding historic trades, and meeting government standards for the treatment of historic sites.
When asked what Abigail aspires to do after completing the dual program, she shares "I can see myself going two different ways. I would love to work as an architect for the National Park Service, overseeing the preservation of historic sites across the country. I can also see myself as a consultant for an architecture firm that specializes in adaptive reuse, keeping the integrity of existing buildings, while also giving them a new life. Only time will tell!"
Way to go, Abigail! We know you will do amazing things in your career!
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Class of 1976 Celebrates 50 Years at Graduation
Members of the Class of 1976 celebrated their 50th Reunion milestone at the Class of 2026's Graduation on Tuesday, May 26! It was inspiring to see the Catholic High sisterhood in action as more than 50 members of the class came together to celebrate this special day.
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Generations of Catholic High Women
We love seeing generations of women proudly representing Catholic High! Pictured are three generations of Catholic High women who recently gathered for recent graduate, Grace Haffer's, graduation party!
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Pictured Left to Right: (Back Row) Noel Haffer Manlove '86, Shelly Hax Anderson '92, Mary Lou Matthew Hennigan '67, Grace Haffer '26, Fran Waldhauser Haffer '64, Andrea Waldhauser Hagner '72, (Front Row) Casey Manlove '15, Emma Haffer '20, Tracy Hax Haffer '89, Grace Whaley '20, Audrey Chavis '23, Natalie Loftus Hax '98, Colleen Manlove '17 (not pictured)
| | | The Alumnae Giving Project | |
During the month of May, we received a card from the retired Sisters at Stella Maris that read, "A very special Thank You with sincere appreciation. We enjoyed your very generous Easter treats! We thank God for all our faithful friends at Catholic High. You are remembered in our prayers."
The Giving Project was able to make a donation of 70 pairs of pajamas to the Casey Cares Foundation at the end of April. They are a non-profit that works with families to provide ongoing and uplifting programs for critically ill children. Their aim is to lessen the stress on families and make a difference in their lives.
If you are interested in participating in the Alumnae Giving Project, please reach out to the contact info below!
Fondly,
Bonnie Lee '60
Contact Information
Bonita (Bonnie) Lee '60
1781 Brookview Road
Dundalk, MD 21222
(h) 410-284-1520
(c) 410-908-3563
bonnielee@verizon.net
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Cub Classic Golf Outing Registration Now Open!
Hit the greens with Catholic High on Wednesday, June 24, 2026 for Catholic High's 15th annual Golf Outing. The Cub Classic will take place at our new location, Rocky Point Golf Course! Registration includes a continental breakfast, golf cart, on-course refreshments and lunch.
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Shop Our Online Store!
Have you browsed through our online store recently? All items in the store can be customized to your liking. And the best part ⎯ it ships directly to your home!
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Join the Alumnae Association Executive Board
The Alumnae Association is responsible for planning Alumnae Socials, promoting the school, volunteering at events, and much more! The Executive Board holds meetings 3-4 times a year.
If you would like to serve on the Alumnae Association Executive Board, please contact Beth Frevel or visit the Alumnae page for more information.
| | | Class of 2000 Summer Reunion Social | |
The Class of 2000 is hosting a Summer Reunion Social on Saturday, July 18 from 5:30 - 8:30 p.m. at Boordy Vineyards! Enjoy live music and food trucks. Significant others and families are welcome.
Please RSVP by Sunday, July 5 to Amanda George Trapani at amanda.trapani82@gmail.com.
| | | | Class of 1986 - 40th Reunion | |
The Class of 1986 is celebrating its 40th Reunion on Saturday, September 12, 2026 at Liberatore's Perry Hall from 4:00 - 8:00 p.m.! The cost is $35 per person and includes heavy Hors d'oeuvres and a small donation to Catholic High. Look forward to a cash bar, basket raffle, and lay downs!
Please RSVP by July 1, 2026 to Debbie Sadler Assaro '86 at debassaro@comcast.net or Tina Zielinski Schildgen '86 at tinas@mamsonline.com.
Please pay by Venmo by July 1, 2026 to Cristina DelCieilo Wilson '86 @Cristina-Wilson420.
| | | | Class of 1971 - 55th Reunion | |
The Class of 1971 is excited to celebrated a GROOVY 55 YEARS at their Reunion on September 26! Come Dressed in your 70's best! The reunion will be held at Pappas Restaurant & Sports Bar from 1:00 - 4:00 p.m.
Please contact Margie Bogdan Troy '71 at mtroy99@gmail.com for more information and to RSVP!
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Members of the Class of 1972 are turning 72 years old this year! The Class invites all members to spend the weekend with them in Ocean City, MD this October!
The Class is looking for a venue. Please call Joann Cerny Weston (410-274-0419) or LuAnn Hehring Brown (410-371-0186) if you have any suggestions or want to RSVP!
| | | | If you are having a class reunion or planning a class reunion, please contact Beth Frevel with the names of your Reunion Committee and Chair at bfrevel@thecatholichighschool.org. Please include the date, time, and place in your email. If you wish to have your reunion at Catholic High, please call Mrs. Frevel (410.732.6200 ext. 1215) in order to coordinate the date with the school calendar. Thank you! | | | Seeking Class Ambassadors! | Catholic High is seeking Class Ambassadors to keep your fellow classmates up-to-date with reunions, events, and more! If you are interested in becoming a Class Ambassador, please contact Beth Frevel at bfrevel@thecatholichighschool.org. | | | |
Honoring Mary
May 5 was a beautiful day to honor the Blessed Mother at our beloved Catholic High tradition, May Crowning! Dr. Nazelrod '68 and Mrs. Stitz '90 both delivered wonderful remarks reminding us of the importance of Mary. It was also the first time we witnessed the Class of 2026 in their white caps and gowns!
Miss Catholic High, Luisa Martinez Beltran '26, proudly crowned Mary in front of the school community and on the lawn overlooking Edison Highway. Alongside Luisa was her court of Miss Junior, Gail Louise Bernabe, Miss Sophomore, Clarice Bialek, and Miss Freshman, Njeeri Muturi.
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Lacrosse Champions
Congratulations to our Varsity Lacrosse team who were named IAAM "C" Conference Lacrosse Champions after defeated Friends School 11-5! This is the Lacrosse Program's first Championship title since 2018!
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Stepping Boldly Into The Future
Tuesday, May 26 was a beautiful day to celebrate the incredible Class of 2026 at the Baccalaureate Liturgy and Commencement Exercises at The Cathedral of Mary Our Queen! So many emotions filled the Cathedral as we recognized the accomplishments of our young women, who now join more than 13,000 alumnae in Catholic High's 87-year history. We are extremely proud of our 76 graduates, who earned more than $17 million in college scholarships, grants, and awards to prestigious colleges and universities!
It has been amazing to watch the members of the Class of 2026 grow academically, spiritually, and in their extracurricular activities while sharing their many talents with our school community. We can't wait to see how they let their light shine in college and beyond. As their Class Song states, "Today is where you book begins, the rest is still unwritten!" Viva, Catholic High!
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Mrs. Beth Frevel
Coordinator of Special Events & Alumnae Relations
The Catholic High School of Baltimore
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