Don't miss any of our news. Be sure to read all the way to the end! If your email truncates this message select the link to open it in your browser. June 2019 ALUMNAE NEWSLETTER Class of 1969 Celebrates 50th Anniversary
The Academy of the Holy Cross Class of 1969 celebrated their 50th Reunion on Sunday, June 2 at La Ferme Restaurant in Chevy Chase, MD with 46 members of the class in attendance enjoying the beautiful evening of reminiscing and laughter! On Monday, June 3 the celebration continued as 23 members of the class attended brunch hosted by Holy Cross. The group then traveled to the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception and where they led the procession at graduation were recognized during the ceremony for their anniversary. Everyone enjoyed renewing old friendships and are making plans to stay connected.
2019 Senior Class Induction Ceremony
The Senior Alumnae Induction Ceremony has become a special part of the annual Senior Banquet. This year Allison Stacy '11, Holy Cross Annual Fund Associate, spoke to the senior class about being a loyal and caring alumna and the importance of giving back to your school. Each member of the Class of 2019 continued the tradition of signing their names into the official Alumnae Registry after being given a special bracelet from Holy Cross President Katy Prebble.
Campus News
2019 Coach Sheahan Excellence Award Presented
The Academy presented the Coach Sheahan Excellence Award to Caitlin Bendit '20 on Monday, May 20, during the Underclass Awards Ceremony. The award, given as a surprise to the recipient, is named after the late Bill Sheahan, who coached the Academy's basketball team to its 115-game winning streak and enjoyed a 27-year relationship with the Academy. It is presented to a rising senior who exemplifies the values that Coach Sheahan ascribed to in his own life and coaching style: A Christ-centered life, a devotion to family, a conscientious student, a leader and person of integrity and commitment who is loyal to herself, her school, and her community. The award includes a scholarship towards tuition.
Caitlin was nominated by Varsity Softball coach Neil Owens, who wrote, "She is a perfect example of a leader by example. Her integrity is impeccable, she is always upfront and honest with herself and her teammates. She is hard on herself when something doesn't go right, yet the first one to stand up for her teammates. She is the most committed student-athlete I have ever coached in 20 years of coaching high school sports."
Athletic Director Dena Rapoport announced the award and included a remark from last year's recipient, Eileen Dinn '19, "The award and its recipients inspire me each day because they demonstrate the power of sport to build bridges, inspire, and cultivate student athletes who are caring and devoted to doing the right thing and I feel so lucky to be a part of the legacy that Coach Sheahan left behind."
Alumnae Spotlight Tess Reitz '99 "Miss Tess," aka Tess Reitz '99, has always been known for creating an eclectic array of vintage blues, country, and jazz sounds. Currently residing in Nashville, she finds no shortage of inspiration in the roots scene there. However varied Tess' music can be, front and center sits her voice that has been described as "alternately seductive and sexy, and a pure joy to listen to" (Pop Matters). Her music is further heightened by her partner, Thomas Bryan Eaton, who helps to shape the songs and arrangements with a deft touch on guitar and pedal steel. No slouch herself, Tess brings along her Weymann archtop guitar, often trading leads with Thomas. Tess is the daughter of Kathleen Whalen Reitz '69.
WCAC Night at Nationals Park!
Come out and show your Tartan pride as the Nationals host Washington Catholic Athletic Conference Night at the ballpark!
Thursday, June 20, 2019 • 7:05 pm Nats vs Phillies
Join WCAC students, alumni, parents, faculty and fans as the WCAC takes over the ballpark for a day. Call up your friends, old classmates, and let's fill the stadium with a sea of purple. With the purchase of a special ticket, fans receive a discounted game ticket and a limited edition co-branded Nationals hat with an AHC school logo. For every ticket sold, $5 will be donated to the WCAC.
For questions or group orders of 13 or more tickets please contact John Manzoian at john.manzoian@nationals.com or (202) 640-7723.
Holy Cross Fund We are truly blessed to be celebrating over 150 years of Holy Cross education and tradition. The Academy continues to maintain its high standards of educating young women, helping them to succeed as women of courage, compassion and scholarship.
Reunion News
The Class of 1959 is planning their 60th Reunion. The Reunion will be held on Saturday, October 26, at the National Press Club in D.C. Please contact Jean Gleason White (703) 858-5608) or Carol Amante (cramante@verizon.net or (410) 266-8454) for information.
The Class of 1979 is planning their 40th Reunion. Contact Kathleen Warner Bula (kbula@academyoftheholycross.org or (301) 929-6463) or Kathy Stanton Moran (kathymoran@verizon.net or (301) 580-3040). The Class of 1989 is planning their 30th Reunion. Contact Meighan Loudermilk Papalia (papaliam@verizon.net or (240) 938-6574) for information. The Class of 1999 is planning their 20th Reunion for the evening of Saturday, October 19. Please contact DeAnna Hall Jefferson (mrsjefferson0513@yahoo.com or (202) 904-7068) or Kaitlin Schaeffer Yardley (kaitlin.yardley@gmail.com or (925) 878-5476) with any questions. The Class of 2009 is forming a planning committee for their 10th Reunion. Please contact Cori Sabate Russell (cori.russell831@gmail.com or (301) 674-9472) or Juliana Gilbride (Jgilbride22@gmail.com or (202) 905-5114) with questions or if you'd like to be a part of their planning committee. We're looking to add more reunions—this is the reunion year for all years ending in –4 or –9.
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