Each year that our Holy Names High School Alumna return becomes a day of exuberant celebration, filled with countless memories, a lot of sharing and plenty of surprises as alums see what has been going on at their alma mater. They see that many things have changed since their time here, but their treasured traditions continue. Last year was no different as eleven alums from the decade of the 1930’s joined with every other decade to spend time with their classmates. Sixty-five alums from the class of 1958 commemorated their 50th reunion, and twenty-five from the class of 1948 celebrated their 60th year. Both classes are going strong and their joy at seeing and enjoying one another was apparent to all! Over 200 grads came back for the liturgy, election of and introduction of new officers, our annual Alumnae Association Award ceremony, and a hearty lunch. |
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Class of 1948 - 60th Reunion |
Class of 1958 - 50th Reunion |
| Last year Seaneen McCarthy Wilson, ’77, outgoing President of the Alumnae Association, was presented with the Alumnae Recognition Award by Pat Newton, ’46 for Seaneen’s outstanding service and dedication to Holy Names High School and the Alumnae Association. Board member, Joyce Scotlan presented the Distinguished Achievement Award to Berkeley Fire Chief Debra Pryor, ’79 in recognition of an alumna who brings distinction to Holy Names High School through achievement in her profession and service to the community; and finally, the Alumnae Association Service Award was presented by our Principal, Sr. Sally Slyngstad to Emily Lindorfer, ’08 in recognition of her outstanding service and loyalty to HNHS. |
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Outgoing President& Award recipient
Seaneen Wilson, ’77
with presenter, Pat Newton, ‘46 |
Board Member Joyce Scotlan, ‘83
and Berkeley Fire Chief Debra Pryor, ‘79 |
Student Awardee
Emily Lindorfer, ’08 and her family |
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The Alumnae Association elected new officers,
Monica Andrade, ’92 President and Carly Helgeson, ’94 Vice-President.
Tiffany Thomas, ’98 continues as Secretary-Treasurer. |
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The Annual Benefit Drawing always generates a lot of interest and excitement. Last year’s winners are three alums and a HNHS parent. Of course the real winners are our students whose activities will be funded by the proceeds of the raffle. Special thanks to all who worked so hard to sell tickets and to all those who bought them!
1st Prize $2008 Mary Lowenthal, ‘49
2nd Prize $500 Claire Cademartori, ‘51
3rd Prize $250 Dr. Teresa Hurlbut, ‘71
4th Prize $100 Susan Fourby (parent of Sarah, 2011) |
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Last but not least, many, many thanks to our fabulous student volunteers: Lauren Boone, Anna DiGiovanni, Adjoa Wynn, Summer Ahmed, Alyssa Fang, Jasmine Amons, Theresa Hartwell, Taylor Jones-Martin, Tamika Mobley, Sonia Nickles, Cristina Ramos, Dominique Williams, Tynique Tillery, and Kaylan White whose gracious hospitality and hard work helped to make this a great day for our alums. |
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