View From the Top - Fall 2021 by Flintridge Sacred Heart Academy

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Flintridge Sacred Heart Academy, a Catholic, Dominican, independent, college-preparatory, day and boarding school, educates young women for a life of faith, integrity, and truth.

IN THIS ISSUE FEATURED STORIES A Message from Our President ....................... 1 Celebrating 90 Years on the Hill .................... 3 Voices from the Hill...................................... 19

ON THE HILL Celebrating the Class of 2021 ........................ 7 Glimpses ......................................................11 Snapshots ................................................... 13 College Signing Days....................................14 Visual and Performing Arts .......................... 15

ALUMNAE NEWS 90 Years of Giving Back..............................25 Message from the Alumnae Association President ............................... 28 Alumnae Spotlights ...................................29 2021 Distinguished Alumnae .......................31 2021 Rising Stars .......................................32 Class Notes ............................................... 33 In Memoriam.............................................. 35

2020-21 ANNUAL REPORT A Message from the Board Chair ................ 37 Financial Report .........................................41 Mozilo Family Center for the Arts ...............43 Residential Hall Remodel ........................... 47 Flintridge Fund Donor Roll .........................49 Endowment and Restricted Giving ............. 55 48th Harry G. Johansing Scholarship Golf Tournament and Dinner ............................. 57 44th Annual Masquerade Gala .................... 59 Parent Group Roster ...................................61 Mother Dolorosa Society............................ 62

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A M ESSAG E FR O M

THE PRESIDENT

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IN A SPEECH SHE GAVE LAST SPRING, QUEEN ELIZABETH II SHARED, “I HOPE IN YEARS TO COME, WE WILL BE ABLE TO TAKE PRIDE IN HOW WE RESPONDED TO THIS CHALLENGE.” I SHARE THIS HOPE FOR FLINTRIDGE

- Sister Carolyn McCormack, O.P.

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SACRED HEART ACADEMY.

Dear Friends, In spring of last year, I shared with our community that I felt this was a “trifecta” of years: 2019-20, the beginning of the Covid-19 Pandemic 2020-21, a full year in the Pandemic 2021-22, coming out of the Covid-19 Pandemic These three years are closely interwoven and carry within them their own “trifecta” of extraordinary moments, extraordinary people and extraordinary results. In a time marked by darkness, fear, anxiety, loss and lamentation, we have experienced beautiful “silver linings” on the Hill. We have celebrated our joys and met our challenges. We are moving on! We are all completely committed to the safety and well-being of our community. In multiple and varied ways, we have worked with our facilities department, our faculty and staff

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and our families to ensure that Flintridge Sacred Heart would be a safe and protected place for all our students and employees. We are grateful for everyone’s effort to work together for this goal. We would be remiss if we did not acknowledge our school nurse, Kathy Larson and our Covid-19 School Team for incredible work done on campus this year. We are safely back on the Hill! Our greatest celebration in 2020 was the dedication of our beautiful Mozilo Family Center for the Arts. Our “state of the art” building is the long-awaited dream for our Visual and Performing Arts department and the gift of so many, many generous, committed donors. This $17 million dollar facility for our young artists and performers has no debt and a strong endowment to ensure its care and improvement as we move into the future. We send grateful thanks to the Mozilo family for their incredible support and abundant gratitude to each and every person connected to Flintridge Sacred Heart who has been a part of this extraordinary effort. Thank you seems so small in light of what this Arts Center means to us on the Hill….our grateful appreciation and our daily prayer is our best way of sharing thanks. Know that you

are remembered each day in the prayers of your Dominican Sisters. Please count on this! Now, we are moving forward into a new year. While there continue to be Covid-19 constraints, our school community is back and we are engaged in new endeavors and challenges, all celebrated in the powerful joy of being together again. New adventures lie ahead of us and new challenges—in all of this, we feel blessed with your support and the strength of our Mission on the Hill. In a speech she gave last year, Queen Elizabeth II shared, “I hope, in years to come, we will be able to take pride in how we have responded to this challenge!” I share this hope for Flintridge Sacred Heart Academy. Thank you for your steady support and generosity. You are a precious blessing to us.

Sister Carolyn McCormack, O.P. President

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Nine decades ago, the Dominican Sisters of Mission San Jose purchased a hotel at the top of a hill that would become Flintridge Sacred Heart Academy. Throughout the school’s 90 years, community support for our school, students and mission has continued the tradition of educating young women for a life of faith, integrity and truth.

As we look back on the past 90 years, the memories and prayers of our incredible alumnae demonstrate how our faculty and staff have always been dedicated to lighting the path for each student to pursue truth in her studies-and in her life-as she becomes a courageously curious thinker and the best version of herself.

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SISTER GIULII ZOBELEIN ‘50 THE NIFTY FIFTIES There once were girls from the past; graduating from Flintridge at last. In the year 1950 the class was quite nifty, how 65 years went so fast! What great times we all had, no time to be sad; inventing our fun, ever on the run; no computer, cell phone or ipad. In the closet we studied at night, for we had to turn out our light. Having food in our room was forbidden, but we managed to keep it well hidden and always out of Sister B’s sight. Sister B would patrol senior hall, always at our beck and call. She was fun to be around, but could sternly hold her ground, and was very much loved by all. So come celebrate if you will, our years up on the hill; the memories we remember, that began each September, are surely with us still. 44

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AT FLINTRIDGE SACRED HEART, I WAS ENCOURAGED TO TAKE RISKS AND TRY NEW THINGS, WHICH HAS HELPED ME BOTH PERSONALLY AND PROFESSIONALLY IN MY LIFE. ESPECIALLY IN SCIENCE, IT’S SO IMPORTANT TO HAVE COURAGE TO EXPLORE NEW IDEAS AND BE HEARD,

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- Claire Stoffers ‘14

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A PRAYER OF GRATITUDE BY SISTER KATHERINE JEAN COWAN, O.P. ‘59

Gracious and loving God, our AdventChristmas journey has taken us from a humble manger in Bethlehem. As we rejoice in these mysteries, we also rejoice in the 90-year history of Flintridge Sacred Heart Academy. To this holy mountain, you invited the Dominican Sisters of Mission San Jose and a rich variety of students and faculty, staff and parents and numerous volunteers. Nourished on this Hill, they have gone forth as a blessing across the continents of the world. For all the women and men who have enriched this Hilltop community, we give you abundant thanks, even as we ask that these blessings follow Flintridge into a rich future. We ask this in the name of our patron, the Sacred Heart of Jesus. Amen.

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CELEBRATING THE

CLASS OF 2021

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CL ASS OF 2021 MATRICUL ATION

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Barnard College (2)

Loyola Marymount University (2)

The University of Edinburgh

Boston College (2)

New York University (4)

University of California, Berkeley (5)

Boston University

Northeastern University (5)

University of California, Davis (6)

California College of the Arts

Pasadena City College (2)

University of California, Irvine (2)

California Institute of Technology

Pennsylvania State University (3)

University of California, Los Angeles (3)

California Polytechnic State University,

Pepperdine University (3)

University of California, Santa Barbara (3)

Purdue University (3)

University of Connecticut

Rice University

University of Michigan, Ann Arbor

Rochester Institute of Technology

University of Notre Dame (2)

California State University, Los Angeles

San Diego State University

University of Oregon

California State University, Northridge (2)

Santa Clara University (2)

University of San Diego (3)

Chapman University (3)

Scripps College

University of Southern California

Cornell University (2)

Skidmore College

University of the Arts, London

Drexel University

Sonoma State University

University of Washington, Seattle (4)

Duquesne University

Southern Methodist University (2)

University of Wisconsin, Madison

Emerson College

Syracuse University

Unknown/Community College (2)

Georgetown University

Texas Christian University (2)

Washington University in St Louis

Indiana University, Bloomington

The New School (4)

Wesleyan University

San Luis Obispo (2) California State Polytechnic University, Pomona

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Mary Lambert Lund ‘82 Ellie Lund ’21 Marilyn Foley Bednar ‘83 Nicole Bednar ‘21 10

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G LIM PSES EIGHT STUDENTS QUALIFY FOR THE NATIONAL CYBER SCHOLARSHIP COMPETITION Cyber Security Scholarship Competition that took place over spring break. all-gender cybersecurity competition and only 4,760 students out of 27,000 students in the U.S. and U.S. territories made it to this level. Natasha Mertens, Zoey Mo, Adele Kelley, Alyn Panggabean out of the eight qualifying students went on to win a $2,500 scholarship for their outstanding performance.

MARA WEEKS ‘24 SERVES LOCAL SENIORS In December 2020, Mara Weeks ‘24 proposed a community service project to help low-income senior citizens in a community called Tres Lomas. Mara asked Speech and Debate Team members to make treats and Christmas cards for the seniors who live in Tres Lomas, many of whom do not have family nearby and speak only Spanish or Tagalog. The team enthusiastically baked treats and made Christmas cards for the folks that live in Tres Lomas. The team organized contactless drop-off points and Mara and her mother gathered everyone’s contributions, bundled them in goodie bags and distributed them to the folks who live there.

FRESHMEN VISIT CAMPUS FOR THE FIRST TIME, SIX MONTHS INTO THE SCHOOL YEAR six months of the school year, the class of 2024 headed up the Hill on March 3, 2021. The girls got to see and meet not only the faculty The ninth-grade took part in some socially distanced activities such as dancing, making bracelets, decorating the front cover of journals provided by the school and snapping a picture with the school mascot.

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EMILY SAM ’21 AWARDED BY NATIONAL CENTER FOR WOMEN & INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY Emily Sam received a National Honorable Mention Award from the National Center for Women & Information Technology for her aspirations in computing! Asked about her interest in technology, Emily says, “Understanding technology is essential to bettering our

to continue sharing and exploring technology for the progression of our future.” She was one of 400 girls being recognized on the national level out of over 4000 applicants.

JUNIOR RESEARCH STUDENTS WRITE PRAYER SERVICE AS A CLASS Last Spring, the school held a prayer service to wrap-up the Junior Research Project experience. The juniors each made a candle to remind them of the social justice experience they studied over the previous summer. Then as a class, they wrote a prayer service, with the theme of “Shining a Light on Injustices.” Prayers tices so that their minds and bodies would do the work to create lasting change in the world.

ENGLISH SEMINAR STUDENTS UNIQUE WAY TO STUDY OSCAR WILDE’S ETHOS AT HOME In an effort to understand Oscar Wilde’s aesthetics and his “art for art’s sake” ethos, Ms. Wilkinson’s senior English seminar students studied the history of dandy style from eighteenth-century fops and macaronis to modern-day dandy icons like Janelle Monáe and Harry Styles and dandy adjacent movements such as zoot suiters and Congolese sapeurs. Then, they put these principles of dress to work by assembling their own dandy ensembles. Wilde’s dandy style grew out of his devotion to the ethos of “art for art’s sake” and his belief that creating visual and verbal beauty was the highest goal in life.

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SN A P S H O T S FROM T HE HI LL

Junior Ring Ceremony

Santa Teresita Party

Physics Regatta

Vaccine Day for Faculty and Staff

13 Snow on the Hill

Junior Retreat

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C OL L E G E S IGN I N G DAYS

Ellie Lund ‘21 - Volleyball at Duquesne University

Maddie Leroy ‘21- Soccer at Cornell University

Joshlyn Aguirre ‘21- Soccer at University of California, Davis

Emma Willingham ‘21- Volleyball at New York University

AT H L E T I C COLLEGE SIGNING V I S UA L AND PERFORMING A R T S COLLEGE SIGNING Performing Arts Signing Day to celebrate our seniors who have decided to pursue the arts in college and beyond! Lauren Gmelich ‘21 - Drama at NYU TISCH School of the Arts

Alyssa Valdivia ‘21 - Animation at California College of the Arts

Abigail Martinez ‘21 - Interior Design at Texas Christian University

Christina Costanzo ‘21 - Fashion Design at Parsons

Genny Zix ‘21 - Film Production at Chapman University Dodge College of Film and Media Arts

Isabella Durand ‘21- Theater Design/ Production at UCLA School of Theatre, Film and Television

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V I S UAL AND PE R F OR MI N G A R T S G O E S VIRTUA L

While every industry has been affected by this pandemic, one thing that will always ring true is the human need to connect through art. While in-person performances are not possible, creative minds have bring us purpose and hope, regardless of the circumstances. Flintridge Sacred Heart’s Theater teacher Jane McEneaney, did just that with a four-part show “The Girl Who Was a Hundred Girls” by Finegan Kruckemeyer. Through the use of streaming technology and green screens, Jane brought students from all over the world, some who have never met in person,together on screen. Seamlessly choreographed, it was nearly impossible to tell that none of the actresses in the production were not in the same location.

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THIS PRODUCTION IS A SYMBOL THAT SHOWS US ALL WHAT IS POSSIBLE FOR US TO DO WHEN WE HAVE A

motivated to make theater happen. I knew it was the right script because of its message of resilience and hope. That is what I want my girls to hear and to emulate.”

CREATIVE SPIRIT. WE ARE IN A MOMENT OF INCREDIBLE OPPORTUNITY FOR CHANGE AND THIS IS THE TIME FOR US TO REFLECT ON THE TRADITIONS THAT ARE SO

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BELOVED, TO SEE WHICH ARE SET IN STONE, AND WHICH ARE OPEN TO NEW POSSIBILITIES AND GROWTH.

- Sister Carolyn McCormack, O.P.

In deciding on the right production for her students, Jane chose story of bravery encircled in hope, that links 16-year-old girls as they face impossible odds and refuse to accept defeat. “I knew it was the right script because each time I read it, I was awash in tears and

This production breaks barriers through computer screens the way Flintridge Sacred Heart performers break through to touch the hearts and minds of their audience. Sister Carolyn McCormack, O.P. sees this production as a “symbol that shows us all what is possible for us to do when we have a creative spirit. We are in a moment of incredible opportunity for change that are so beloved, to see which are set in stone, and which are open to new possibilities and growth.”

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Sisters watching the fall play performance together: L-R: Sister Elizabeth O’Donnell, O.P., Sister Beth Quire, O.P., Sister Annunciata Auletta, O.P., Sister Katherine Jean Cowan, O.P., Sister Wanda Szymanko, O.P., Sister Carolyn McCormack, O.P.Sister Mary Yun, O.P., Sister Celeste Marie Botello, O.P.

Students’ in-home greenscreen set-up for the fall play

Cast and Crew for Old Man and the Moon

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V I S UAL AND PE R F OR MI N G A R T S G O E S VIRTUA L CO N T. HONORS PORTFOLIO SPOTLIGHT Abigail Toth ‘21 My everyday experiences and observations inspire my artworks. isolation brought about by the pandemic, but as an optimist, I try to convey a sense of positivity in my artworks through my subject matter and use of color and line. I am someone who very much lives for the little moments of joy. I wake up wanting to have a good day, always. I want to remember all the good things in life so I write down my daily activities and take pictures in an attempt to capture various moments. Creating art is another way for me to capture the feelings and events of my life. I want viewers to be reminded of their own experiences of joy when interacting with my artworks. Too often, society forces me to think I need to create something ground-breaking in order to be doing something worthwhile, but, through creating these artworks, I learned that inspiration can come from anywhere, even from little, seemingly-mundane things. I would like the viewer to take away a notion of accepting the present moment as it is, even if this moment is not perfect. This artwork was created during a time of immense uncertainty, but it reminds me to embrace things as they happen.

She by Jessie Chen ‘21 17

Runaway Friends by Liana Ikoyan ‘21

The Lovers by Samantha Milat ‘21

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H OMEBODIE S

DANC E F I LM F E ST I VA L

Dance classes and rehearsals existed in an entirely new space and time this year, with dancers learning and creating movement within online platforms that were not created for this purpose. While some moments of life were put on hold, the art making process continued on. There is and always will be a time for dance. dancers have cemented an era of Flintridge Sacred Heart, of themselves and of their fearlessness to try, and in doing so they have made work that a year less challenging could not produce.

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VOICES FRO M T HE H I LL T HE EXPERIENCES OF OUR COMMUN I T Y D U R I N G T HE C OV I D - 1 9 PA N DE M I C

Although COVID-19 forced us all to be physically distanced from each other, the spirit of the Hill, and our Catholic, Dominican values continued to live within the hearts of the Flintridge Sacred Heart community. The talented students who write for the student-run news publication The Veritas Shield, captured the many stories and articles written by our student journalists. You can keep up with the latest articles by visiting veritasshield.fsha.org.

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TOLOGS ANTICIPATE THE TRANSITION TO A NEW NORMAL By Caitlin Cruz, Web Editor As I pull up to the park and spot my friend who I haven’t seen in two months, I quickly look for a mask so I can greet her. I walk towards her, and we both go in for a hug before immediately stopping and taking a step back to abide by the six-feet-apart rule. I think to myself, “Is this the new normal?” A year into Covid-19, Tologs have adjusted to life during a pandemic. As vaccines begin to get distributed, however, Tologs wonder what normal will look like in the future. “I think it’s going to be weird for people when we go back to normal because we are used to Zoom school and everything… In the future, we are going to have to wake up earlier, and we will get home later due to the fact that we are traveling places,” Cassie Huston ‘23 said. Along with the adjustments to the daily routine, both students and teachers might feel uncomfortable when it comes to their surroundings after things open back up. “People might even start being uncomfortable with using handrails, door handles or touching touch screens,” Cameron Bender ‘23 said. In addition to adjusting to being outside of the house more, greetings will be an adjustment as well. Some can’t wait to greet people, while others will take precautions. “Hugging and contact, I feel like it should be up for people to decide what they feel comfortable with. But personally, for me, I think that

Julia Ihly ‘24 said. Some might have trouble bringing themselves to enter large crowds at places like stadiums and theme parks. “I think that people will be much more sensitive to group gatherings. More people will be focused on cleanliness and the close interactions we have. I would probably be more uncomfortable with super large gatherings where we are all close, like a concert or a line in a theme park,” Allison Risha ‘22 said. Although many are eager to return to their old ways of life, whatever the new normal may end up being will take time.

will take time. I don’t think people will go entirely like it was before for another year,” Risha said.

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Ms. Ortega teaches her students how to make challah bread in her world religions classes.

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WITH VACCINES BEING DISTRIBUTED, TEACHERS AND STUDENTS LOOK TO THE FUTURE By Jacqueline Fitzpatrick, Multimedia Editor

As a year of global pandemic approaches, vaccines are starting to be distributed. The vaccination process has prompted teachers and students alike to start thinking about what will happen next. The Biden Administration has said that it is going to push to reopen schools within the next 100 days, a process that includes vaccinating teachers. Teachers, however, are not the only ones awaiting the vaccine; many students are, too. “I’m looking forward to sports and being able to practice as a team together and going back to school, whether masks or social distancing is required, because I miss the environment and being with my classmates. I’m looking forward to theme parks opening like Knott’s or something; if they do open with the vaccine, that’s

For athletes, the desire to go back to playing as normal is especially strong. “With swim season coming up, I don’t know if it’ll be safe for all of us to return to normal, especially considering we all practice in the same pool. But, hopefully, the vaccine will help the numbers go down so that I can play and compete against other schools as if things were normal” Riley Peterson ‘22 said.

While many Tologs are looking forward to life after the vaccine, some still have questions. “I think I am looking forward to a little bit more normalcy and to see how we will come back from the pandemic and grow back stronger. But I also do have a couple of concerns considering the implementation of the vaccine. I don’t necessarily know how it will be distributed to students, per se, but I hope, in the next couple of years, that everyone has the vaccine, that we will see some change and that we will see aspects of our life before Covid come back,” Julia Ihly ‘24 said. Teachers are looking forward to getting vaccinated as well. “I’m just grateful that we are getting the vaccine relatively soon,” Ms. Leslie Miller said. Ms. Kathy Larson, more commonly known as Nurse Kathy, is preparing for the faculty at FSH to receive the vaccine and is keeping everyone informed. “I have spoken to all employees and sent out an email with links to sites regarding the vaccine. I sent the same links to our entire community to inform everyone about what to expect regarding a week and a half ago. I cannot wait till our teachers and staff can roll up their sleeves and be vaccinated. It is right around the corner,” Nurse Kathy said.

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FRESHMEN FIND INNOVATIVE WAYS TO MAKE FRIENDS DURING A START TO HIGH SCHOOL LIKE NO OTHER By Michelle St. Denis, Graphics Editor You’re a freshman, and before you turn on your laptop to join books and papers for the 10th time, making sure everything is perfectly set. day introductions and chit chat about how summer went, wondering all the while how, as a new freshman, you’re going to make friends. For Lindsey Du, Ava Kitt and Abbie Hardy, all members of the class of 2024, making new friends online is their reality. Gone are the days of looking for friendly faces at lunch, making conversation by lockers and searching for someone to sit with on the bus after school. In the world of remote learning, new freshmen have to get creative.

make new friendships happen? Turns out, a little bit of Instagram and a little time in a Zoom breakout room can go a long way.

Clockwise from top-left: Lindsey Du ‘24, the author Michelle St. Denis ‘22, Ava Kitt ‘24 and Abbie Hardy ‘24 share smiles as they talk about making friends in the virtual school setting

“We were all talking about our favorite TikTok stars, and the name Chase Hudson was brought up, who I seriously don’t like. I thought everyone agreed until one of the girls, my friend now, was vocal about her distaste for him. Turns out we both prefer Cole Alves, who is far superior. He still is a topic in our conversations today.” Besides their shared TikToker obsession, Du and Paz have continued to correspond about school-related topics.

LINDSEY DU: THE BREAKOUT ROOM IS THE KEY TO SUCCESS Du is a new addition to the freshman class who enjoys spending her time playing volleyball and hanging out with her two sisters (including Caitlin ‘22). Du says that she has been able to make friends in part because of the time she spends getting to know her fellow Tologs during class. “What really helped me was getting to know my classmates using the breakout rooms in English,” Du said. “My group would always very natural. We talked about TikTok and social media and what’s going on in the world and in our other classes. I found out we had a lot of things in common.” In breakout rooms, Du was able to get a sense of what her classmates were like. “I was able to really get a feel for them and their personalities. I mean, the girls I talked to seemed really cool, and I kinda just knew we would be compatible by the way they acted, especially when we all laughed at the same jokes and expressed similar interests, morals and beliefs.” Du then got a hold of phone numbers through Instagram and from the freshman class roster page, and she now corresponds with her new friends regularly. “We mostly talk about school and homework, but other than that, we try to make plans to meet up.” Du feels her friendship with Isabella Paz ’24 in particular has really

“We text about almost anything. It goes from talking about Mr. Lau’s new hair color to school-related topics like our schedules and what clubs we are going to join. It’s nice to know that if we ever have to choose partners for class, I can count on her. It also doesn’t hurt to be reassured from another person that the Zoom meeting really has not started and it’s not just you.” Abbie Hardy: Thank goodness for Instagram Hardy is a new student from Sierra Madre who has been selected for this year’s Freshman Board. She can’t wait to start planning ways for her classmates to bond. She’s considering organizing activities like an online scavenger hunt and freshmen-only (no teachers allowed) Zoom meet-ups. Over the summer, Hardy joined an Instagram group chat started by a classmate who had searched for Instagram bios that included “FSHA 2024.” In this group chat, Hardy and her future Tolog classmates talked about their concerns, questions and overall excitement for the upcoming school year. “The group made me feel accepted and just so excited to start school and make friends,” Hardy said.

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NISH ADJUSTS TO ONLINE TEACHING By Angelina Cao, Staff Writer “No…no…NO! IF YOU CAN’T FACTOR, DIE!” The voice screams from my computer at 8:30 a.m. in the morning. The sound bounces off the walls of my bedroom. Startled, I make eye contact with my beloved math teacher, who is gesturing wildly towards the camera. “Remember your special cases from last year? Use them now!!!” I watch him stab at his smartboard as he scribbles in the rest of the work while muttering, “You fools. Honestly, you need to be more like cheetahs.” I make eye contact with my friend Leah Boutros ‘22, and we suppress a laugh as we write down the answer. For a moment, it feels like we’re back in the math dungeon again. Mr. Kirk Nishiyama, better known by students as Nish, is a math teacher, cross country coach and softball coach who has taught at Flintridge Sacred Heart for 26 years. To anyone who hasn’t had the pleasure of being in his class, the event I’ve described might seem alarming. But to students that have had him as a teacher, that’s Nish every single day — sarcastic, amusing and fun. He is the type of teacher who everyone knows and loves due to his playful humor and loud voice.

“The main thing I had to change was testing. I still need to get a true assessment of each student while keeping in mind that every test is basically open book. That’s why we have to have quizzes so often.”

constantly. Nothing can stop him from giving out MyMathLab quizzes, not even a pandemic.) dents online than in person.

Nish clearly loves being a teacher. The guy always has a smile on the halls. So how does someone like him, a person who loves his job and his students and has been here forever, adjust to online teaching?

“I feel like you still kind of don’t know whether or not a student is getting the material. I prefer to be with the student in person so that they can just tell me what they need help with. This is why I don’t really like online teaching at all.” To make the best of a challenging situation, Nish makes sure to

feel of how his students are doing.

teaching as best as he can.

“It’s hard when you’re teaching and watching, trying to read their expressions to see if they understand,” Nish said. “It’s easier with [students I’ve taught before] because I know you all. It’s more challenging with the freshmen and sophomores that I don’t really have a relationship with yet.”

“I do a lot of talking with other teachers about how to improve online learning and understand how it is for you guys.”

Nish values having a strong relationship with his students. He loves seeing them every day and misses walking by the ones he’s taught before in the hallways. “I miss that personal connection. You know, I enjoy seeing you guys every day online, but I love having you guys in my classroom.” In addition to adjusting to the different relationships he can have with a student online, Nish has had to change the way he holds students accountable for their work.

While Nish misses and looks forward to being on campus with his students and colleagues, he is trying to keep the experience of teaching remotely in perspective. “I have at least cross country practices two to three times a week, which keeps me from going insane. Corona has made me appreciate the little things that would be happening right now [if we were on campus], like frantically racing to Costco to get snacks for the as the teachers, but we just have to remember to keep on moving and take this time to grow and learn new things.”

come back to campus?

“I do actually miss coming up to school and racing Saki or Miller so that they don’t steal my parking spot.”

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Class of 2023 participates in social distanced Wellness Wednesday actvities.

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Alumnae support of the Flintridge Fund has continued the tradition of an independent Catholic, Dominican education where young women are encouraged to be courageous and embrace their passions. We are blessed and inspired by the legacy of support from our alumnae community as we celebrate 90 years of empowering young women to find their voice and embrace their passions.

MELANIE FREY (HITCHCOCK ‘86)

Melanie is an alumna and mother of two Tologs (Tyler ‘25 and Riley ‘18). Melanie has continued to make a difference on the Hill as a class representative, alumnae board member and parent volunteer. Melanie began her legacy of supporting Flintridge Sacred Heart in 1988 and she and her family continue to support the Flintridge Sacred Heart experience with their annual donation.

Why do you choose to support the Flintridge Fund? After I graduated, it felt really important to me to give back to a school that provided me with so much. I continue to feel so grateful for my time on the Hill and making a donation to the Flintridge Fund felt like a way to express my gratitude and honor the school in some way. When I was serving on the Alumnae Board I also heard a statistic that all-boys schools tend to have higher rates of alumni support. I wanted to play a small part in making sure that our all-girls experience got the support that it deserves. It’s so important to value this experience and the impact that an all-girls education can have.

How did your experience at Flintridge Sacred Heart make a difference in your life? Everyone on campus, from the faculty to the 12% administration, were just so dedicated to our personal growth. While academic rigor was important, there was also a focus put on helping us become strong, independent women. The focus on personal growth is a thread that has continued on for my daughters’ experience as well. Developing the whole person is so important and I am grateful for that experience.

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You chose to send your daughters, Riley ‘18 and Tyler ‘25, to Flintridge Sacred Heart as well. What did that mean for you? It’s surreal to see my girls have their own unique experience on the Hill. As a mom of two girls, I put even more value on how empowering the same sex environment is for young women. It has given both of passions.

Why do you think it is important for your fellow alumnae to give back to the Flintridge Fund? I feel so grateful for my time on the Hill, and making a gift to the Flintridge Fund is such an easy way to say thank you. Especially for alumnae who aren’t local, supporting the school is a great way to stay connected and to pay it forward for future generations of Tologs. I feel that all girls should have access to this kind of education and so making a donation is really putting your money where your mouth is.

Flintridge Sacred Heart voice, embrace their passions, align their goals with their true selves, and pursue their goals with determination. Alumnae support of the Flintridge Fund ensures that students can explore their interests from the arts, athletics, STEM and more. Did you know? Alumnae support not only has an immediate impact on current students but also underwrites the Alumnae Association events and opportunities that keep you connected to your classmates.

SCAN THE QR CODE TO SEE HOW CAITLIN CRUZ, EDITOR IN CHIEF OF THE STUDENT NEWSPAPER, THE VERITAS SHIELD, FOUND HER PASSION FOR JOURNALISM.

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A M ES S AG E FRO M TH E P R E S I D E N T O F T H E A L U M N A E AS S O C I AT I O N

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THIS COMMUNITY HAS ALWAYS BEEN

RESILIENT, TIGHT-KNIT, AND JOYFUL. NO MATTER THE CIRCUMSTANCES, WE SHARE GRATITUDE AND ENTHUSIASM FOR THE SCHOOL, CAMPUS, AND PEOPLE THAT

- Jenna Gulick ‘13 Alumnae Association President

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FOSTERED OUR FUTURES.

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DE A R F E L LOW A L U M N A E & F L I N T R IDGE SACR ED HE A RT C O M M UNIT Y, What a couple of years it has been! In the midst of unprecedented challenges, our community has stepped up and embraced new opportunities to grow, give back, and forge new bonds.

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ALUMNAE ASSOCIATION BOA R D JENNA GULICK ‘13 President

nights and book clubs have created a space for friends, new and old, to connect virtually, no matter where they now call home. Our board members have made major contributions to the school’s collective Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion efforts. Thanks to everyone’s generosity and continued commitment to Flintridge Sacred Heart’s future, alum giving has now reached a record-setting percentage of participation. That’s not the only new record we have to celebrate: There are currently 27 daughters and granddaughters of prior graduates who now share a legacy of life on the Hill.

MARI PAT WIDMANN ‘79 Alumnae Engagement Lead Chair

LISA MUNOZ BRUCHEY ‘89 Alumnae Engagement Co-Chair

AMANDA PEREZ ‘14 Student Engagement Lead Chair

I can’t say I am surprised. This community has always been resilient, tight-knit, and joyful. No matter the circumstances, we share gratitude and enthusiasm for the school, campus, and people that fostered our futures.

LAUREN LOADVINE ‘12

As we’ve begun to reconnect in person, outdoors on the school’s beautiful campus, the energy is palpable. In some ways, we’ve missed one another. In many other ways, we’ve connected more deeply than ever before.

MAYA RICHARD-CRAVEN ‘12

Thank you for your continued presence in our community. It wouldn’t be the same without you, and your impact truly makes a difference, both for fellow graduates and today’s students. Wishing you a wonderful holiday season,

Marketing & Development

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Co-Chair

DESHAWN SAMAD ‘11 Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Co-Chair

EDITH SALCEDO ‘06 International Relations Chair

LAUREN HERNANDEZ ‘05 Past President

Jenna Gulick ‘13

Alumnae Association President

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ALUMNAE SPOTLIGHTS NOREEN GILLILAND ‘04

DEVYN BAKEWELL ‘16

UNITED STATES ARMY

NOVELIST

Noreen Gilliland graduated from Flintridge Sacred Heart in 2004. She went on to Sonoma State University where she completed her Bachelor of Arts in Political Science. Noreen knew serving her country and doing her part was something very important and something she wanted to do as the United

A recent graduate of Howard University, Devyn Bakewell ‘16

She completed her Bachelor degree so she would enter the US Army as a commissioned making historic gains toward equality in service and excellence in leadership and she wanted to be a part of that change, and she just did that. As a Lieutenant, Noreen served as a TransporUnited States and in Iraq (2010). As a Captain, she Division both in the United States and in Afghanistan. As an Airborne Company Commander in 1st Brigade Combat Team, 101st Airborne Division, she was deployed to Afghanistan (2018) with 101st Airborne Division headquarters under the leadership of General Nicholson, United States Forces Afghanistan Commander. After 10 years, in 2019, Noreen left the United States Army as a Captain. She and her husband are a proud dual service/dual military family as her husband, David, served in both Iraq and Afghanistan with the 1st Marine Division. She now lives in Indiana with her husband and two sons and is a Project Coordinator and Logistics Analyst for Science Applications International Corporation, Aircraft Armament Arm Indiana. We cannot thank Noreen, and all of our alumnae who are and have served in the United States Military, enough.

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“Greater Love,” was released this past December. In the debut of her series, readers get to know aspiring screenwriter Ryan and football player Devyn, who face respective trials and tribulations in a way that is authentic, funny, serious, and relatable. The L.A. Sentinel News says, “Devyn Bakewell gives everyone a glimpse into the ups and downs, challenges and triumphs of today’s students through the eyes of young African Americans as they navigate between adolescence and adulthood.” In an interview given to So Booking Cool, Devyn said “...I think a lot of readers will be able to see themselves in both characters. And I think that they’re gonna be able to relate to them in a way that they need to, a way where they can feel connected and know that it’s okay to be imperfect and it’s okay to learn to grow past, you know, what this world has given you, if it’s hurt or struggle. And just make it better, and learn how to love and be happy through that.”

SCAN WITH YOUR PHONE TO WATCH AN INTERVIEW WITH DEVYN ABOUT HER NEW BOOK!

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NINE ALUMNAE, TWO CURRENT STUDENTS AND ONE BIG GOAL

LARA MINASSIANS ‘17

2021 LOS ANGELES LLS STUDENT OF THE YEAR CAMPAIGN

OCCIDENTAL COLLEGE: DEAN’S AWARD WINNER OF EXCELLENCE

Students and alumnae teamed up to raise money for cancer research during the pandemic. KC Smith Reichert ‘90, Beth Krappman Marra ’91, Jenny Sauer Shepard ‘93, Renee Romano Shannon Sullivan ‘93, Gina Romano Cockriel ‘97, Christina Plump – Acker ‘00, and Nicole Romano Lamb ‘01 along with current students Campbell all part of two teams competing in the 2021 Los Angeles LLS Student of the Year Campaign. They were inspired to begin raising money because of two special Tologs: Victoria Heinen ‘90 who lost her battle with Hodgkin’s disease at age 21, and Evan, the 10-year-old son of Beth Krapkemia. Collectively they are trying to raise $150k to help fund blood cancer research and improve the quality of life for patients and their families. During the month of February, the month of love, it is truly inspiring to see these Tolog sisters come together for a common goal.

A special graduate worth recognition is alumna Lara Minassians, Class of 2017, who is graduating from Occidental College. Lara is an Armenian-American from Glendale, CA who decided to stay local for college. She went to Oxy with the passion and desire to share her Armenian goals throughout the past four years. Along with her best friend and roommate, Serena Karina Pelenghian, they together revived the Armenian Student Association and not only sparked an incredible friendship but also bonded with the Oxy community which supported their educational, collaborative and interactive events that aimed to unite Armenian and non-Armenian students. Lara’s passion for working with others was tain of the Women’s Volleyball team. She led her team with integrity and trust which she showed through her hard work and love for her teammates. She is a psychology major, and worked as a research assistant in the labs of both her academic and research adviser Professor Cabral and former adviser, Professor Hopmeyer. Luci Masredjian, Director of Disability Services and Student Support shared, “when I think of a college student that has contributed positively to campus and the community, I think of Lara Minassians. She is the embodiment of Occidental’s four cornerstones of Equity, Excellence, Community and Service.”

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2021 DISTINGUISHED ALUMNAE Flintridge Sacred Heart recognizes distinguished alumnae for outstanding achievements in their leaders and innovative minds that have positively impacted the world.

SERVICE TO COMMUNITY AWARD

THERESA CARIÑO ‘91 C O- FOUNDER AND EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR OF SAL UD Y CARI ÑO Theresa Cariño is the Co-founder and Executive Director of Salud y Cariño, a Santa Cruz area resilient, and healthy in all ways. This includes their social-emotional well-being, physical development, power over their bodies, and the resources to make healthy and informed decisions in middle school and beyond. Theresa is involved in various community organizations including the Santa Cruz Women’s Commission, United Way’s Women in Philanthropy, and Positive Discipline Community

Resources. Theresa has a Master’s degree in Multicultural Education and is a former high school administrator, teacher, and public health educator. Before moving back to Santa Cruz in 2013, Theresa worked as a public health consultant serving tribes and tribal organizations throughout the country. Before that, she was the principal of a charter high school for the Pascua Yaqui Tribe. Theresa’s 20 years of work in educational leadership and public health act as a foundation for her ongoing work in this community. When she is not out doing the work she loves, Theresa enjoys working out, reading, learning new skills, and spending time with her family.

ALUMNAE SERVICE TO FLINTRIDGE SACRED HEART AWARD

MELISSA MAJICH KEESL AR ‘02 D ED ICATION TO INT EGRIT Y According to the Flintridge Sacred Heart Alumnae Association board’s Past President, Lauren Hernandez ‘05, “When I think of Melissa, I think of dedication and truth.” Melissa has served on the Alumnae Association board for many years and in many different capacities. Most recently, she served as the board’s Vice-President in 2017-2018. Additionally, she has been on the Communications and Development Councils. After graduating from Flintridge Sacred Heart in 2002, Melissa attended Cal Poly San Luis Obispo for her B.S. in

accounting and received her Master’s Degree in taxation Accountant and also teaches an Intro to Accounting course at Pasadena City College. Melissa is dedicated to the Hill and its growth. She is an how the Alumnae Association board moves forward. She is an invaluable member of our community. Melissa is always just a phone call away to lend a hand or give advice for anything pertaining to the Hill.

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2021 RISING STAR S The Rising Star award was established in 2020 to recognize a young alumna who graduated up to ten years ago. We are seeking nominees who exhibit excellent potential or whose early accomplishments distinguish her as a possible future leader poised to positively impact the world.

IZTL ALI ORTIZ ‘14 EQ UITY- CE NTER L E ADE R A Flintridge Sacred Heart woman is someone who pursues truth in her study, faith, service, and comtion of Iztlali Ortiz’s work. She dedicated her early career to impacting hundreds of students in low-income communities as an educator and now as a public policy fellow. Iztlali’s work upon graduation was equity centered, she joined Teach For America where she worked in one of the highest need elementary schools in Miami-Dade County Public Schools. She ensured that students who were coming from various cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds received a responsive and rigorous education through her research-based classroom systems and policies.

Iztlali found her way back to Los Angeles and reconnected to her roots at Flintridge Sacred Heart. She reached out to alumna, Bianca Nepales Gervacio ‘07, for help in creating a network of other alumnae who are working in social justice to young alumnae who are looking to enter the teaching profession. In her most recent work, she served as a policy advisor developing equity-driven policy and program recommendations for one of the largest school districts serving students coming from low-income and migrant backgrounds. As Iztlali continues her career in public policy, she will continue to advocate for all students to access an equitable education, rooted in her understanding of Veritas.

DREW WASHINGTON ‘12 2021 FLIN TRIDGE SACRE D HEART COMME NCE MENT S P EAK ER While at Flintridge Sacred Heart, Drew was Co-Captain of both the Varsity Volleyball and Track and Field teams. She also served as the 2012 Pasadena Tournament of Roses, Rose Queen. Drew’s passion for sports, entertainment, and combatting social issues became a career goal. For three years, she interned at HBO, working in their original programming, like Girls, Westworld, Boardwalk Empire, and The Newsroom. After that, she moved to the agency side of the industry and worked for Creative Artist Agency, CAA, and Wasserman Media Group in their sports property sales departments.

Drew went on to attend law school at the University of California, Berkeley School of Law. There, she was a member of the Berkeley Law Moot Court team where she competed in the National Appellate Advocacy Competition. After of Winston & Strawn as a litigation associate in their New labor law. Drew also regularly works on matters for the NFL Players Association, various sports agencies, and individual athletes. Drew recently moved back home to California and now works out of Winston & Strawn’s San Francisco

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CL ASS NOTES

1950 Sister Giulii Zobelein meeting on zoom for a visit. We are in Texas, Mexico, Washington, northern and southern CA. The photo is from our meeting in November 2021. Giulii Zobelein, Shirley Smith O’Connor, Ina Caratan Baskin, Carol Gallagher Lazzarevich and until the week before she passed away, Gloria Arosemena Goins. (1)

1952 Diane Carlotti DiConti My husband, Andrew, and I recently celebrated our 65th wedding anniversary with a party held in our back yard. It was a catered affair for just 22 people. A fellow classmate, Ruth Kinsman Willette, who had been my bridesmaid, could not attend because of an illness. However, I am happy to report she has fully recovered. Even though we live far apart (Ruth in Laguna Beach and I in the Ventura Keys) we manage to keep in close contact with emails.

We retained about 70 avocado trees and also some citrus. A veggie and herb garden is a must that we look forward to each year! In addition to farming, my husband and I run Strata Aviation Arts, a small art company honoring the heroes and legends of aviation history. One of our art pieces is hanging somewhere at Flintridge Sacred Heart honoring fellow alum, Beverly Beesemyer. I can’t believe 2021 marks our 50th anniversary of graduation from Flintridge Sacred Heart! I guess I won’t have to worry if my Golden Diploma is signed! think of you often with fond memories. (3)

1983 Jennifer McDonald So happy to say good riddance to 2020, my kiddos had to experience a drive through high school graduation and like all of you virtual academics on all levels. Working in healthcare has been an epic challenge for staff, patients and families. Praise God for a new year and I pray that you are all safe and well. Best wishes to all! (4)

1963 Kathleen McCoy I’m still working as a psychotherapist with a private practice in Arizona that also includes a number of patients in California since I’m licensed in both states and a real fan of tele therapy! I’m also writing a regular post called “Complicated Love” for PsychologyToday.com and have a podcast “Living Fully with Dr. Kathy McCoy.” I’m also still writing books. My latest is a memoir “The Crocodiles Will Arrive Later.” It’s about growing up with a mentally ill, alcoholic father and Heart! A number of classmates and Sister Ramona are all prominently featured! (2)

1971 Sydne Gilbert My husband, Patrick, and I converted our 300+ avocado grove to vineyards! We are in our 4th year of growing Sangiovese and Syrah wine grapes basically by ourselves. It’s very hard yet rewarding work and you can’t beat the “research”! We were unable to market our ful! I am also membership chairman of the Bonsall Woman’s Club and member of other local organizations. We have two wonderful dogs, a cat that thinks he’s a dog and 7 chickens and 1 rooster!

1997 Ryan Poe-Gavlinski I love reading about what Flintridge Sacred Heart is up to as I miss it As for me, things are going well! My daughter is turning 10 this November and very active in basketball and Taekwondo. We share the love of Taekwondo and we are both 1st degree black belt recommended. That means we have a lot of work ahead of us the next six months to earn our First Degree black belts. I currently teach at the University of Wisconsin Law School and I must say it’s a dream job! Wisconsin is much colder than anywhere I’ve ever been…but the summers are fantastic here.

2004 Jillian Myers Kassel In March 2017 my husband and I bought a house in Los Angeles and years later and we welcomed our second son Everett in September 2020. Life with two little ones can be a little crazy especially when the past 1.5+ years has involved a lot of staying at home but we’ve made sure to have fun adventures too! (5)

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2005 Brett Bralley After 15 years living in Alabama, I moved back to California. I’m a writer and copy editor for San Jose State University’s Strategic Communications and Marketing Team. It’s great to be closer to home!

2006 Nicole Charky-Chami In July 2021, I married Mack Chami at St. Monica’s Catholic Church in Santa Monica, Calif. We met in 2009 at Loyola University Chicago and dated before I moved back to Los Angeles. We reunited nine years later. We feel super lucky and supported, especially in these wild times. (6)

2008

Brianna Miller After graduating undergrad at Seattle University I went back to school and obtained my Masters in Crime Scene Investigation from interned at the Arlington County Police Department in the Homicide/ Robbery Unit and eventually ran the intern program for a short time, while taking part on a task force. I then worked in the Crime Scene Unit in DC for approximately 5 years. While I was working there I met a Federal Agent with the United States Postal Inspection Service. I have now moved to the Virginia Department of Forensic Science and am 1 year into a 2 year training program to be a Firearms and Toolmark Examiner. It is an extensive training that involves learning manufacturing techniques, chemistry, microscopy, and comparisons training is completed I hope to eventually move back to California and continue my career out there. (7)

2012

Breeana Koemans Gumpert date is December 5, 2021 and we cannot wait for his arrival.

For contact information of any of your classmates, please

Lauren Loadvine Washington University in Washington, D.C. I also continue to serve as the Marketing and Development Chair on the Alumnae Association board at Flintridge Sacred Heart and I can’t wait to celebrate the 10 year reunion with my fellow Tologs from the class of 2012!

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I N LOV I N G

M E M O RY The Flintridge Sacred Heart community remembers the following alumnae, family members and friends and asks you to keep their families in your thoughts and prayers.

2019 Edward “Bill” Castle

2020 Patricia S. Leonard ‘41 Mary A. Johnson ‘37 Aloha Saxon ‘47

2021 Don F. Beaudry Charles Doud Gloria M. Goins ‘50

Colleen C. Jorde ‘65 Barbara I. McConnell ‘45 Grace G. McCaffrey ‘42 Robert M. Pernecky Geraldine Powell ‘56 Virginia Schimmoller Paula M. Smith ‘71 Carla M. Suarez-Capdet ‘98 Charles Toogood Peter W. Tunney Corbi Wallingford-Puccini ‘86 Vivienne Wetherholt ‘61 Joanna Winsborough ‘89 Carolyn C. Varian ‘59 John W. Varnum

This list honors those who have passed since the last issue of “The View from the Top” as well as those who we have recently been informed of. If you would like Flintridge Sacred Heart to remember your loved one, please email alumnae@fsha.org.

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NURTURING M O T HE R A N D LOYA L F R I E N D Carla Marie Su a re z Ca pdet ’ 9 8 | 1 980- 2021 It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of Carla Marie Suarez Capdet, Flintridge Sacred Heart Class of 1998. Carla was an incredible, involved and nurturing mother, a proud and loving wife, a sister, daughter and loyal friend. While at Flintridge Sacred Heart, Carla joined the soccer team as a freshman the year the team entered the Mission League. Her talent, along with that of her teammates, built the foundation that led the team to a CIF-SS Division I title in 2011, something unthinkable just a few years earlier.

Carla is remembered by her Flintridge Sacred Heart soccer coach, Kathy Desmond, as “a quiet and gentle young woman, but also a competitive and talented player, who shared a love for soccer with her dad. These qualities would also serve her well later in life in her successful career and most importantly as a mother. She embodied everything we want to see in a Flintridge Sacred Heart graduate and I know her spirit continues to bless us, not just in our soccer program, but in her friends and classmates and in her family, especially her three boys.” Carla’s Flintridge Sacred Heart soccer jersey will be retired in a ceremony held during the 2021 Alumnae Match Day in Decemeber. Carla will be dearly missed by the countless lives that she touched, her three beautiful children and the love of her life, Juan.

DON’T MISS OUT S UBS C R IB E TO THE B R IDG E MON TH LY E -NE WSL E T T ER Subscribe to our monthly e-newsletter to keep up to date with your fellow Tologs! Each month we spotlight one of our extraordinary alumnae, along with information about upcoming events, a snapshot of current campus activities along with career networking opportunities. Subscribe by sending an email to alumnae@fsha.org.

A L U M N A E AS S O C I AT I O N N E WS L E T T E R

T HE BRID G E CONNECTING ALUMNAE WITH FLINTRIDGE SACRED HEART TODAY

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A N NUA L REPORT O N P HIL A NT HRO PY A M ESSAG E FR O M

SAR AH SIMA MCCANN ‘96 Chair, Board of Directors

This past year tested our community, yet through it all we have been united in Flintridge Sacred Heart’s mission and commitment to our students. I offer a heartfelt thank you to Sr. Carolyn, Sr. Celeste, and the administrative leadership team for their steadfastness, dedication, and ingenuity. They embraced the times with action and creativity, maintaining students at the forefront of our curriculum and mission. It is with tremendous gratitude that I offer my sincere appreciation for you: our Flintridge Sacred Heart benefactors. The exceptional contributions and support given by the Mozilo family and our donors allowed the doors of our Mozilo Family Center for the Arts to open, and we saw the completion of the Residential Life remodel, and the creation of the Bridge Scholarship. As the chair of the Board of Directors, a collective who works tirelessly for the betterment of Flintridge Sacred Heart, it has been an honor to witness their stewardship and thoughtful engagement, allowing our School to meet the demands during a pandemic. Ensuring job stability for faculty and staff and responding to families most demonstrated what we have always known – we are a community that invests in each other. The pandemic brought unexpected opportunities for us to make some changes and think ahead in innovative ways. We have seen our School grow, holding onto core values and traditions, while transforming to meet its potential. We have experienced the power of inspired teaching

and know the promise that comes in building an inclusive community. We have engaged in valuable conversations and will continue to examine curricular and organizational practices to expand the ways in which we include and acknowledge diverse voices on our campus. With joy and excitement, we welcome students back to The Hill. On the horizon we have much to look forward to, from the classroom renovation project, the continued updating of our high school building and our partnership with Round Square; each of which brings exciting and engaging opportunities for our students. Our continued success depends entirely on our faith in mission and generosity of spirit. The School will realize its potential not solely because of the actions of one person, but rather because of the many who have devoted their time and effort over generations. I am humbled to be a part of such an incredible community and am proud to call myself a Tolog! On behalf of the Board of Directors, we are grateful for you.

Sarah Sima McCann ‘96 Chair, Board of Directors

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B OA RD O F DI RECTO R S

Sarah Sima McCann ‘96 Chair

Sr. Carolyn McCormack, O.P. President

Pete Collins

Jeffrey Bennett

Sr. Cecilia Canales, O.P.

Kevin Ehrhart

Ann Holmquist, Ed.D.

Robert (Bob) Huston

Mary F. Johnson

Frances Marick

Barbara Marshall

Juli Goodwin Roginson ‘87

Sr. Jane Rudolph, O.P.

Gloria Diaz Ventura ‘96

Colleen Welsh

Lia Carter

Barbara Dugas Patterson

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AN NUAL RE PORT ON PHIL A NTHROPY KENNY LUND

With Grateful Hearts… Flintridge Sacred Heart President, Sister Carolyn McCormack O.P., would like to thank these dedicated members of the Board of Directiors for their incredible service to the school.

LISA SMITH FREER ’87 We have been blessed to have our alumna and world traveler, Lisa Freer on our Board of Directors these past three years. Lisa has taken up world travel again and has relocated in London with hopes of returning to Asia. Her clear voice and generous spirit are gifts we are grateful for in our community.

We are grateful to Kenny Lund for his presence on our Board of Directors. Kenny’s four daughters and his wife Mary are graduates of Flintridge Sacred Heart as are his sisters and all his nieces. His interest and support of the school’s athletic, academic and co-curricular programs is very much appreciated. Kenny’s challenging and thoughtful presence will be missed on the Hill.He continues to be our “star” auctioneer at our Golf Tournament! God bless you, Kenny!

CHRISTINE LONGO NAVARRO ’82 As an alumna and past parent of Flintridge Sacred Heart, Christine’s six- year presence on our Board of Directors has been a gift to us. Christine’s commitment to the Advancement Committee and her working knowledge of the surrounding La Canada Flintridge, Pasadena, Glendale communities added so much value to her presence with us. We will miss her genuine and beautiful spirit on the Hill!

BRIAN YATES Brian’s vision and energy added momentum to our Board of Directors. We send our blessings to Brian and wish him and his family all the best.

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HELLO

NEW BOARD MEMBERS THOMAS DOUD Thomas Doud works as Senior Vice President Client Advisor with Whittier Trust Company in South Pasadena, while also serving as an advisory board member and past president of San Gabriel Valley Habitat for Humanity. He has two children, Michael and Cate ’18 with his wife Michele of 24 years. Thomas is a graduate of Loyala High School, and has a Bachelor of Arts, Political Science from Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo. In his spare time, Thomas enjoys horseback riding, roping, surfing, skiing and is proficient in Spanish and American Sign Language.

FRANCES MARICK Frances Marick is a past parent of two Flintridge Sacred Heart graduates, Ali, ‘09 and Nichola, ‘13. She also has a son, Aidan, who is a graduate of SFHS Class of 2017. She recently joined the faculty of Loyola High School as the school’s first Learning Specialist. Previously, Fran taught English for 18 years at St. Francis High School, the last seven of which she was a member of the school’s Directed Studies Cohort supporting students with learning differences. She holds a BA in English, a Master’s in Literature, and a Master’s in Educational Therapy. She and her husband, Robert, have been married for 33 years. They are empty-nesters who spend much of their time at home wrangling two active labradoodles. Fran says that she is thrilled and honored to serve Flintridge Sacred Heart in their efforts to educate and support young women in the way they educated and supported her daughters.

BARBARA DUGAS-PATTERSON As CAO Supplier Diversity and My Workplace Executive, Barbara Dugas-Patterson, leads two different teams focused on community and employee experience. In addition to business leadership, Barbara is passionate about diversity initiatives. She is a former Co-Chair of the firm’s Black Executive Forum (BEF), past Global Co-Chair of JPMC’s Women’s Interactive Network and past Diversity Champion for CB Risk. In addition to the BEF, Barbara is involved in Women on the Move, is a JPMC Ambassador and a member of the firm’s Black Organization for Leadership Development (BOLD). Barbara is a graduate of the University of Texas at Austin, where she earned a Bachelor of Journalism and an MBA in Real Estate Finance from the Red McCombs School of Business. She is married to Donald Patterson, her husband for 35 years. They have three children.

GLORIA DIAZ VENTURA ‘96 Gloria Díaz Ventura currently serves as Director of College Counseling at Stepping Stones to Learning. Prior to joining Stepping Stones in 2020, she served as Director of College Counseling at Flintridge Preparatory School for eight years. Previously, Gloria served as Co-Director of College Counseling at the Polytechnic School in Pasadena, where she began her career in high school counseling. She began her education career in college admission as Assistant Director of Admission at the University of Southern California and went on to serve as Associate Director of Undergraduate Admission at Stanford University overseeing their Latinx recruitment strategy and Southern California admissions. Gloria lives in Pasadena with her husband and their 13- year-old daughter.

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AN NUAL REPO RT ON PHIL ANTHROPY

2020-21

FINANCI AL REPORT 2020-21

OPERATING REVENUE

Summer Programs & Other

% 4 Fee

Income

Investment Income

Gifts & Donations

12 %

72 %

Net Tuition Revenue

Pandemic Relief Funding

2020-21

EXPENSES

Athletics/ Retreats

2Other% 2% Development 3High%

School Program

3% 4%

Administration & Food Technology

12 %

Facilities & Capital Expenditure

For Capital Projects:

$ 2,337,000 For Programs (Flintridge Fund):

$ 562,000 For Restricted Purposes

(primarily Tuition Assistance):

$ 534,000

Your Gifts Make All the Difference

% 73 Compensation

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$24

$900 $20.8

$22 $20

$700 $16.9

$18

$16.7

$16.8

$12.4

$13.0

$900

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T HE M O Z ILO FAMILY CENTER FOR THE ARTS

Plan, the Mozilo Family Center for the Arts, was remodeled through a $9.6 million dollar campaign that was completed on budget and on time. The impact of the center has exceeded everyone’s expectations. Since then, our incredible visual and performing arts faculty has reinforced, challenged, and extended artistic traditions while nurturing the creative habits of our young artists.

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THE MOZILO FAMILY CENTER FOR THE ARTS WILL TAKE YOUR BREATH AWAY, BUT I KNOW YOU WILL AGREE TH AT THE TRUE BEAUTY OF THE SPACE IS THE YOUNG WOMEN WHO FILL IT WITH HEART AND SOUL; GR ACE AND GRIT;

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22 years ago, Flintridge Sacred Heart created a plan to continue to enhance its unique hilltop setting, a signature asset, by modernizing our campus to create the optimal learning environment for the school’s mission and programs. With an increasingly complex, competitive and technology-driven society, the school’s leadership team imagined a 21st-century learning environment where all students could discover their passions, unlock their limitless potential to positively impact the world and develop the skills needed to thrive in a future where the only constant is change. This is true today, more than ever.

AND TALENT AND DETERMINATION. - S i ste r Ca ro l y n M c Co r m a c k , O. P. P res i d e n t , F l i n r t r i d g e S a c re d H e ar t

At long last, with the generous leadership gifts by the Mozilo family and many other contributors in the community, the $7.4 million dollar campaign for the expansion of the center has been completed. When our students were at last, able to return to campus, they were greeted by state-of-the-art classrooms where they can continue to shape their dreams into reality.

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Dance Classroom

Music Classroom

Theater Classroom

S CAN TO WATCH T HE G R A ND OPEN ING C EREMO NY VIDEO

Sister Carolyn McCormack, O.P., and Sister Celeste Botello, O.P., toast at the opening ceremony

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DONOR ROLL INDIVIDUALS Anonymous (2) Julie and Scott Acosta Debra Albin-Riley Scott Albright Kaki and David Allan Barbara Langley Alvarado ‘60 Phyllis Iorio Amato ‘55 Irma and Nick Amirian Savonia and Anthony Angelica Kim and Sebastian Apodaca Danielle Asmar and Imad Asmar Teresa and Garth Aubert Denise and Robert Bacall Florinda and Christopher Bailey Annie and Gary Barseghian Ina Caratan Baskin ‘50 Lauren and Kevin Bender Julieta and Jeffrey Bennett Alexandra Bernstein ‘12 Michelle (Urioste ‘87) and Michael Betance Pat and Lee Bird Pattie and Dave Bolstad Keri and Michael S. Botello Marian and Timothy Botello Lily Bowman Constanza Iriarte and David Bronson Margo and Dan Bruich Rosa Burrola and Jaime Burrola Michaela Illig Bush ‘81 Nancy and John Cabot Susan Price Callister Rachelle Cunanan-Cao and Hien Cao Brigitta Carlsson Alyssa Carter ‘16 Lia and Michael Carter Kristin and Gregory Chapman Jeannine Gutierrez Chomyn ‘79 Francesca Christensen ‘20 Heather Clayton ‘06 Moya and Peter Collins Helen and Christopher Condit Pat Copping Gail and Jonathan Crotty Janet Curci ‘58 Janet and Tom Curtis Jillian Davis ‘03 Gael Davitt Suzannah and Luke de Kansky Lauren Pinkerton Delphey ‘01 Michele and Tom Doud Jodie and Luc Du Marion and Robert Edwards Heather and Kevin Ehrhart, Jr. Christine Crawford Fera ‘76 Jennifer Ferris ‘01

Nancy Fuller Anne and Steven Gallagher Ron Gerhardt Amber Gerhardt-Serrano and Luis Serrano Carolyn and Thomas Gmelich Denise and Leonard Gomez Rhea and Victor Gonzaga Carmella Grahn Melanie Graper ‘75 Pamela Groves-Gaggioli Belen and Douglas Gulick Breeana (Koemans ‘12) and Nicholas Gumpert Regina (Esteras ‘78) and John Haggar Georgia and Michael Hamilton Annette and Dale Hanks Robert and Joan Harper Loretta Hawkins Maryanne and Matthew Herrill Ann and Rob Holmquist Heidi and Scott Hood Elizabeth and John Hrovat Suh-Hee Huh ‘04 Beth and Bob Huston Diane Lee Hyung ‘00 Maria Impala-Rodriguez ‘76 Mona Fujishige Iyoya ‘89 Alyson Jacobsmeyer ‘10 Mary Kay Prather and Thomas Jacobsmeyer Jazmin Jimenez ‘01 Chrystal and James Johnson Mary Johnson Darcelia Wilson-Jones and Danny Jones Mary Pinola and Charles Kenny Caroline Edwards Kraft ‘06 John Kurzeka Christy (Mozilo ‘84) and Michael Larsen Kelly Herbert Lauer ‘04 Cynthia Renie and Timothy Lawlor Charlotte Layland ‘86 Tania Leon Karen and Carl Li Rita (Illig ‘76) and Klaus Liebelt Christy and Daniel Limon Tiffany Chelsvig and Julian Locateli Dottie and Sam Longo Connor McCracken Longo ‘09 Darla and Sam Longo Ivonne and Austin Low Larisa Lutes ‘90 Aggie and Martin Malolepszy Marianne Nichols Mandel ‘79 Armineh and Carlo Manookian Sarah Adamski Manuel ‘03

Frances and Robert Marick Marina L. Marrelli ‘78 and Robert J. Anslow Dolores and Harvey Marsh Barbara Marshall Erica Lovano McCann ‘01 Sarah (Sima ‘96) and Shawn McCann Katheryn and Tom McCarthy Mary, Brendan and Conner McCracken Joann McGarty ‘47 (Deceased) Myrna and David McLane Tina Hartounian and Zarik Megerdichian Liz and Sam Melehani Michelle Glynn Mena ‘96 Natasha Mertens ‘21 Melissa and David Mertens Julie and Bill Miller Richard Navarro and Maeleine Mira Anne-Maree and Mark Mitchell Monica Montes ‘16 Ester and Gregory Moran Bri and Jake Mota Elizabeth Mozilo ‘80 and Mike Blaha Terri and Eric Mozilo Gale and John Musker Andi and Dave Mysza Patricia and Edward Nahin Joanna Dinger Nicholson ‘92 Anne and Con Nolan Leah and Terry Noriega Kent Norton Dennis and Gloria O’Brien Linda O’Callaghan Krista and Alberto Ocon Mona and Mike Oliver Erin (Nolan ‘87) and Scott Olmsted Janet Orlandini-Mayes ‘67 Ileana (Hernandez ‘91) and Tomas Ortiz Rosdiana Susanto and Joseph Panggabean Mario Pariante Rose and David Park Sang and Yong Park Patty and David Parker Laura and John Paszkiewicz Angelica and Tony Perez Sally and Bob Pernecky Barbara Vessadini Perrier ‘85 Melina Webster-Pyle and Barry Pyle Elizabeth Ralser ‘89 Natalie Ramirez ‘01 Susanne Ramos ‘84 and Dwight (Hank) Peterson Sabrina and Fadi Rassam Tiffany and Gregory Reddy Susan Keller Reischl ‘72 Elizabeth and Janah Risha Juli A. (Goodwin ‘87) and Robert Roginson Tracey Romine Patricia Salvaty Nanci and Mark Sanchez Sarri Sanchez ‘01 Charlotte von Massenhausen Saydah Janice Bini and Dean Scarborough Katherine Illig Schneider ‘78 Patricia Schuler ‘66 Michele (Vessadini ‘73) and John Sciarra Clare Sebenius ‘85 Patricia and Michael J. Smith

Loretta and Robert H. Smith Judi and Ted Snyder Katherine Solaini Vera and Antoine Souma Caitlin McHugh Stamos ‘04 Lynda (Powers ‘55) and William Steere, Jr. Meghan Friese Stimmler ‘92 Erin Sullivan ‘99 Maureen Sullivan and Joe Pica Kit and Robert Sullivan Kara Ebright Sylvia ‘85 Jennifer Danyluk Tahmoush ‘96 Nora and David Thompson Sissy and Ben Timmerman Lynde Tomori Trussell and C. Bryan Trussell Patricia Traviss ‘49 Diane and Morgan Underwood Suzanne and John Van Dyke Mr. and Mrs. Fred E. Vescelus Sarah (Banales ‘86) and Allan Villegas Kathleen and Tim Von der Ahe Jennifer and John Webster Colleen and Luke Welsh Shannon and Justin Whalin Khanh Le and David Willingham Julie Sparks Wilson ‘73 Tricia Wilson, Esq. Kristine Kulper Winnek ‘87 Siu Wai Cheung and Tan Wong Sufang Zhu and Feng Xu Tina and Brian Yates Andrea and Walter Yoka Arturo Yoshimoto Tina and Peter Zarifes Helen (Huston ‘77) and Robert Zieman, Jr. Theresa and Edward Zix M. Lorraine Purino and Robert Zuch Anne and Peter Zwart

CORPORATIONS & FOUNDATIONS The Ahmanson Foundation Ameriprise Financial Ayco Charitable Foundation Barbara Marshall Insurance Agency, Inc. BTech The Buena Vista Foundation California Paper Bag, Inc. The Capital Group Companies Chapman Family Foundation Citadel CPM, Inc. Dominican Sisters of Mission San Jose Elizabeth Jane McCormack Trust Dan Murphy Foundation The Georgina-Fredrick Children’s Foundation The Jeanne Ward Foundation The O’Brien Family Foundation Old Mission Enterprises The Phyllis and Angelo Mozilo Family Foundation Pica & Sullivan Architects, Ltd. Richard Dunn Family Foundation William T. and Susana D. Huston Family Foundation

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THE R E S IDEN TI A L HAL L GETS A FACEL IFT From the construction of the hotel in 1927 until today, there haven’t been many changes to the Residential Hall. In the summer of 2021, thanks to the generous support of our community, our remodel of the Residential Hall began at last. First was the installation of a new air conditioning system so that our students returned to “cool” rooms–both in sense of temperature and aesthetic appeal! Other improvements this past summer included new desks, window coverings, area rugs and bedding. Over the next two years, we will continue to upgrade the bedrooms and furniture.

We are so grateful to the many donors who have made and continue to make this project possible, including our leadership donors Peter and Sunnie Kim (Suegene ‘01), Barbara Marshall (Flintridge Sacred Heart Board of Directors), Bin Wang (Wendy ‘21), and Lynda (Powers ‘55) Steere, who provided a generous $100,000 gift to kick off this project. Our whole community contributed a collective $150,000 during the 44th Annual Gala, ensuring that work would begin on time in June 2021. Scan the QR Code to view a video tour of the Residential Hall. For more information and naming opportunities, please contact Katie Kevorkian at kkevorkian@fsha.org or (626) 685-8550.

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DONOR ROLL

Anonymous Michele Marquez and Kevin Bauer Daisy Dai and Limin Cai Brigitta Carlsson Stephanie Contreras Maria Elena and Ceazar Corteza Delia and Gerald Cotter Tina and James De La Torre Marion and Robert Edwards Breeana (Koemans ‘12) and Nicholas Gumpert Samantha Herrick Ann and Rob Holmquist Heidi and Scott Hood Juli James Cynthia Renie and Timothy Lawlor Jennifer MacLean and Aaron Lee Karen and Carl Li Yan Zhu and Lizhong Li Ivonne and Austin Low Christine Mauer Michelle Maye Katheryn and Tom McCarthy Leslie Miller Mary (Schnieders ‘97) and Jeffrey Monohan Renee and Chad Norton Linda O’Callaghan Meleina Oliver ‘85 and Jim Jerman Sang and Yong Park Kristin Stevens Pitt ‘85 Shoshana Puccia Lauren Johnson Romero ‘01 Alexis Salazar Dahlia and Armen Savadian Maki and Craig Shewfelt

Monica and Lamont Smith Vera and Antoine Souma Lynda (Powers ‘55) and William Steere, Jr. Michelle Taormina ‘91 Kathleen Thompson Patricia Traviss ‘49 Jennifer and Andrew Van Tuyle Christine Clark and Mark Vargo Sr. Mary Susanna Vasquez, O.P. Gloria Diaz Ventura ‘96 Bin and Fang Wang Colleen and Luke Welsh Anne and Peter Zwart

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2020-21

FLINTRIDGE FUND DONOR ROLL

We extend our sincere thanks to the generous donors who supported Flintridge Sacred Heart’s 2020-21 Flintridge Fund. Thanks to you, we raised $562,000 for our students, teachers and programs. The Flintridge Fund is the cornerstone of our fundraising efforts, providing critical support to our academic programs and educational initiatives, professional development fund and tuition assistance program. Your contributions make an impact each and every day

made through June 30, 2021.

VERITAS LEADERSHIP SOCIETY $3,000 + Anonymous Laura and Nick Agakanian Teresa and Carlos Alpuerto Catherine Smith Andrews ‘98 Brett Barnard Annie and Gary Barseghian Elizabeth and Michael Bazdarich Colleen Bazdarich ‘95 Jennifer and Scott Beltz Julieta and Jeffrey Bennett Adrienne (Cunha ‘77) and Robert Bolger Michelle and Mac Chandler, III Kristin and Gregory Chapman Moya and Peter Collins Betsy and Pat Collins Delia and Gerald Cotter Heather and Kevin Ehrhart, Jr. Nancy (Sheedy ‘64) and Michael Fusco Regina (Esteras ‘78) and John Haggar The Halley Family Kathleen Hirrel ‘00 Kathryn and Charles Hofgaarden Heidi and Scott Hood Darcelia Wilson-Jones and Danny Jones Mary Pinola and Charles Kenny Samantha and Peter Knight Monica and William Kostelnik Darla and Sam Longo Andrew Mackenzie Marina L. Marrelli ‘78 and Robert J. Anslow Barbara Marshall Ann-Marie and Lance Martinez Sarah (Sima ‘96) and Shawn McCann Myrna and David McLane Tina Hartounian and Zarik Megerdichian Christine (Longo ‘82) and Steven Navarro Michelle and Robert Nydam Cathy Xie and Xianzhong Qian Janice Bini and Dean Scarborough Deborah and William Spathelf Lynda (Powers ‘55) and William Steere, Jr. Carol (Kellogg ‘80) and Charles Toogood Kathleen and Tim Von der Ahe Colleen and Luke Welsh Khanh Le and David Willingham Sufang Zhu and Feng Xu

1931 SOCIETY $1931 – 2,999 Barbara Langley Alvarado ‘60 Joyce and Richard Ayoob Margo and Dan Bruich Lia and Michael Carter Marty and Jim Childs Lucinda and Richard Don Michele and Tom Doud Marion and Robert Edwards Tiffany Smith Ewing ‘98 Lorie and Don Forman Ron Gerhardt Kimberly and Michael Gilhooly

Ann and Rob Holmquist Emily Wei and Charles Huang Robin and Michael Hughes David and Beverly Katz Rita (Illig ‘76) and Klaus Liebelt James Lloyd-Butler Ivonne and Austin Low Kate Duey and Bob Malchione Anthony Maniscalchi Katheryn and Tom McCarthy Shannon Morzov ‘94 Gale and John Musker Renee and Chad Norton Nan and Ron Okum Ileana (Hernandez ‘91) and Tomas Ortiz Karen and Frank Pace Kim and William Pallares Sally and Bob Pernecky Eileen and Edward G. Reilly Elizabeth and Janah Risha Susan Lee and Ted Sam Katherine Solaini Tina and Brian Yates

DONORS $1 – 1930 Anonymous (2) Cheryl (Vessadini ‘71) and Steven Abbey Leila and Raul Acevedo Julie and Scott Acosta Rick Adams Caitlyn Adams ‘20 Maria and John Adriano Luz and Ted Adriano Ann Mathewson Aguilar ‘86 Doreen Aitelli Katherine Albrecht Beatriz and Enrique Alejo, Jr. Danielle Allen ‘91 Kimberly and Kent Allmon Carolyn and Bob Altman Phyllis Iorio Amato ‘55 Rachel Ambrose Emily Amirian ‘20 Kristen (Geraci ‘90) and Steve Anderson Anne and Terrence Anderson Beth and Jerome Andrews, Jr. Christy Cummings Aneja ‘00 Domenica Piumetti Angeles ‘95 Savonia and Anthony Angelica Jacqueline and Manuel Antonio Christine and Michael Antonovich Regina and Lemy Argueta Lizza and Manuel Armas Oscar Ascencio Joanne and Richard Ashworth Margaret Scott Ashworth ‘97 Sister Annunciata Auletta, O.P. Gayaneh Pezeshkian Avanes ‘00 Adriana Avelar Montemayor Deborah and Bernard Babcock, II Kelly Flores-Baca and James Baca Tom Badzey Jennifer Bahou

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Florinda and Christopher Bailey Michele Pieksma Baker ‘82 Xanh Tran and Victor Balao Gayle and John Ball Lydia and Joseph Banales Lisa Browne Banic ‘86 Steve and Barbara Barnard Nina and Michael Barragan Mary Douglass Barron ‘73 Ina Caratan Baskin ‘50 Reese Bauer ‘18 Ann and James Beeton Lauren Beeton ‘12 Janice O’Brien Bell ‘57 Jorge Bello Marlene Medina Beranek ‘75 Rosa and Mark Bernstein Denise Dal Ponte Bilotta Rachelle Bin ‘81 Molly Zwart Bivens ‘11 Ella Blain ‘19 Margaux Blain ‘17 Annie Glenn-Blea and Jeff Blea Anne Smith Boland ‘93 Lauren Bolte ‘20 Missy Block Bornhofen ‘52 Kelly Borrego Rebecca Bostic Keri and Michael S. Botello Sister Celeste Marie Botello, O.P. Robert Bowman

Dominican Loyalty Society

D O M I N I CAN

Lily Bowman Amy St. John Bowman ‘01 Mary Katherine Boyce Katherine Boyce Amy Boyle ‘86 Dylann and Tom Bralley Deborah and Christopher Brandt Frances Martin Brent ‘51 Claire and James Brewer Lisa (Dahle ‘68) and Richard Bruce Lisa Munoz Bruchey ‘89 Elizabeth and Christopher Bruny Jessica Buchner Leticia and Ted Burdumy Elissa Light Burleson ‘65 Nicole Burnett Michael Burnett Sarah Burrola ‘16 Elizabeth and Christopher Bury Ashley Trueblood Bush ‘06 Michaela Illig Bush ‘81 Simone Butera Annika and Ty Buxman Allison and John Byrne Richard and Marguerite Byrne Ruth Lopez-Caballero and Carlos Caballero Nancy and John Cabot Jenny and Denny Cagampan, III Karla Callejas Caren and John Cameron

Christina Campbell ‘17 Sr. Cecilia Canales, O.P. Julie Cann Joan and Donald Canning Rachelle Cunanan-Cao and Hien Cao Deborah Capriccio Theresa Carino ‘91 Clarissa and Dale Carlson Margaret Zahn Carnell ‘57 Janelle Carney ‘89 and Stewart Suckling Phyllis and Thomas Carney Valerie Higuera Carter ‘91 Olga Castellanos Rudy Castillo Sue and Vincent J. Castle Marybeth and Kevin Cavanaugh Emil Celani Andrea Arellano Cervantes ‘13 Tracey Chavira ‘93 Sara Cherbak ‘90 Tina Lee and William Cheung Elbie and Robert Choi Irene Chou Francesca Christensen ‘20 Tanya Christodoulelis Michele and James Ciampa Gina Romano Cockriel ‘97 Marissa (Morgan ‘85) and Wesley Coffey

Faculty

The Dominican Loyalty Society (DLS) recognizes our most loyal and steadfast donors who have made a gift to the Flintridge Fund for three or more years consecutively. At over 500 members strong, DLS supporters play a critical role in our ability to provide a space where students can become courageously curious thinkers and the best version of themselves. Each year, the DLS recognizes milestone donors at the 10, 15, and 20 year mark and celebrates all loyal donors at our annual Dominican Loyalty Society party which will can Loyalty Society donors who have supported the Flintridge Fund for 25 years!

25 + YEARS (LIFETIME) Margo and Dan Bruich 22 YEARS Darla and Sam Longo Dolores and Harvey Marsh Christine (Longo ‘82) and Steven Navarro

Savonia and Anthony Angelica Terry Seidler Lynn and Chris Knox Dick and Ann Ward

20 YEARS Joanne Sakamoto and Gary Lieskovsky Katy Sadler Dylann and Tom Bralley Linda and Tony Romero

21 YEARS Leilani and Tim McHugh Kathryn and Charles Hofgaarden

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Guillermo Figueroa Jane and Albert Fischer Sylvia Encinas Fisher ‘51 Mary and Terrence Fitzgibbons Camille Cuento Flemate ‘95 Marilyn Foley Bednar ‘83 Eleanor Fox Ana Fraley Elizabeth Ward Francesconi ‘86 Lucia and Roy Francis Marina Francis ‘18 Linda Franco Brenda and Carlyle Franklin Caroline and John Freeman Ann and Gary Freeman Kathleen Hamilton Freitas ‘86 Melanie (Hitchcock ‘86) and Doug Frey Eva and Anthony Friedman Peggy and Richard Friese Susyn Fritz Cathy Fritz Pinkie (Gudelman ‘51) and Hank Fritzsche Petti Cheng and Frankie Fung Giselle Galanto ‘06 Juliana Gallant Olivia Galvin Isabella Gandarilla ‘20 Deborah Gangi-Morrow ‘73 Kristin Friese Gannon ‘85 Lourdes Garcia ‘82 Krystal Naomi Garcia ‘09 Shelia King Garrison ‘75 Amy and Tim Garrity Christine Lynden Genero Monica Georgopoulos Joanne and Frank Geraci Lauren Bruich Giacopelli ‘00 Sharon and Steven Giannotta Sydne Sherman Gilbert ‘71 Melissa Saldana Gilbert ‘95 Joy and Franklin Gillman Rita Gillman John Giovannone Molly Weber Girardi ‘00 Kelly Glynn Cook ‘93 Jaclyn Beeton Goetz ‘06 Gloria Arosemena Goins ‘50 Emily Gomez ‘20 Rhea and Victor Gonzaga Katherine and Michael Gonzalez Patricia Lomeli and Agustin Gonzalez Veronica Deasy Goodrich ‘73 Casey Caffee-Grace and Manuel Grace Carmella Grahn Patti and Larry Gray Margie and John Green Michele and Michael Grego Rowena and Robert Grimes Jenna Gulick ‘13 Breeana (Koemans ‘12) and Nicholas Gumpert

Alejandra and Salvador Gurrola Ann Carlson Gustafson ‘96 Marlene Brakovich Hahn ‘73 Elizabeth Hakes ‘14 Dagmar Halamka Mary Hall Anne Marie and Laurence Hand Sarah Hankins ‘16 Sarah Hanks ‘20 Norma Hanlin Carolyn Hahn Harakal ‘94 Debbie and Bill Hardy Mary and William Harrison Lin Huang and Jingwei He Richard Heimerl Nora and William Heinen Lydia Hernandez Paul Hernandez Lauren Hernandez ‘05 Samantha Herrick Laurel Hitchcock Nancy Decker Holland ‘78 Maureen and Phillip Hosp Anoosh and Joe Hovanessian Tracy How Barbara B. Baiamonte Howard, Ed.D. ‘79 Mae and Brian Hsu Carolyn and Steve Hubbs Veronica and Ralph Humphrey Holly Hunnewell Carla Walecka and T. Wayne Hunt Beth and Bob Huston Angely and Peter Huynh Janice and Sean Hwang Anna Lada Hyde ‘70 Diane Lee Hyung ‘00 Claire Robinson and Ryan Ihly Kay Takeda Irie ‘86 Karina and Cesar Irribarren Gloria Dembling Irvine ‘54 Catherine Marshall and Omaya Ismail Helen Block Jabbour ‘49 Mary Kay Prather and Thomas Jacobsmeyer Juli James Natalie Janji ‘12 Sindy Jara Natalie Fischer Jennings ‘89 George Jennison Jazmin Jimenez ‘01 Esther and Dennis Johnson Mary Johnson Rita Johnson Paula and Mark Johnson Charlene Peterson Johnston ‘75 Camille Johnston ‘86 Rosemary and Joe Johnston Carol Jones Cordette and Valerio Kalaw Melissa Majich Keeslar ‘02 Cynthia and Daniel Kelley Cheryl and Ray Kelley Becky (Muhs ‘99) and Terry Kent Heather Kent

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Leanna Kempker Kertson ‘59 Kaitlin Kevorkian Jennifer and Edgar King Bridgette (Tschinkel ‘94) and Kevin Klaus Evonne Klaus Kathleen Knight Lynn and Chris Knox Hiroko Kobayashi ‘86 Winnie and Alex Kim Kong Stacey Kozakar Beth and John Krappman Sharon and Jesse Krider Elizabeth and David Krider SGM Second Grade Friends of Michael Rottler Laura and Robert Kropp Andrea and Karl Kuhlen Kathleen and Gary Kulper Julia and Thomas La Grua Kathy Larson Kathy and Frank LaRussa Jim Lau Katherine Walsh Lawson ‘62 Brianna Layseca ‘20 Carol Gallagher Lazzarevich ‘50 Celia A. Leaver Marley Ledesma ‘13 Elizabeth Ledezma ‘01 Anne (Anderson ‘93) and Phil Lee Jennifer MacLean and Aaron Lee Jeannette Lee ‘91 Peggy and John Legault Natalie Lei Bonnie Lemus Abigail Lewis ‘20 Karen and Carl Li Joanne Sakamoto and Gary Lieskovsky Christy and Daniel Limon Lauren Loadvine ‘12 Audrey Gopez Lombos ‘94 Catherine Lonergan ‘79 Marilyn Esposito Longhini ‘63 Dottie and Sam Longo Nidia and Eric Lopez Jose and Reina Lopez Lea Lopez ‘20 Nancy and James Lord Cheyenne Luna Mary (Lambert ‘82) and Kenneth Lund Larisa Lutes ‘90 Jean and Spencer Lyon Sarah Mackenzie Danae Pappas Magoulias ‘13 Karen and Dennis Maguire Irene and Juan Mah y Busch Izabel Mah y Busch ‘20 Constance and Donovan Main Alexandra Malchione ‘07 Rita Mallon Sister Colleen Mary Mallon, O.P. Aggie and Martin Malolepszy

Dominican Loyalty Society

Erin (McGann ‘89) and Michael Maloney Marianne Nichols Mandel ‘79 Dawn and David Mann Pauline and Mark Mariscal Gemma and Richard Marquez Bianca Marquez ‘06 Michelle Sullivan Marrs ‘01 Dolores and Harvey Marsh Kathleen Odell Marshall ‘79 Sharon and Stephen Marshall Faith Ybanez Marshall ‘97 Tracy Martin Katie Martin ‘96 Patricia and Tony Martinez Yadira Martinez Mary Maselli ‘62 Hope and George Mastras, Jr. Carol and Dave Matson Christine Mauer Mardi and Greg Maxwell Michelle Maye Karen Mayeda Rahele Mazarei ‘79 Delores and Patrick McAllister Cristina Serrano McBride ‘96 Bettina Brune McClintock ‘86 Fionnuala and Philip McConville Kadee and Chip McCorkle Sister Carolyn McCormack, O.P. Mary, Brendan and Conner McCracken Deborah Gay McElligott ‘80 Jane McEneaney Victoria McGregor ‘13 Anastasia McGregor ‘14 Rachel and Steven McGrory Leilani and Tim McHugh Janet McNiff Alisabeth McQueen Denny (Cunha ‘76) and Curt McSweeny Tatiana Babaie and Leonard Mehrabian Maria and Wilfredo Menendez Jeremie McDonald Mercer ‘86 Jan Meyer Marina Ramos Meyers ‘91 Robin Mickelson Mary and James Mieding Tami Millard Julie and Bill Miller Angela and Frederick Miller Leslie Miller Angela Repetti Miller ‘91 Lauren Miller ‘04 Kelly Flynn Miller ‘86 Lynne Norberg Milne ‘56 Sandra (Shaw ‘86) and Mark Miranti Anne-Maree and Mark Mitchell Janet Hart Mitchell ‘48 Mary (Schnieders ‘97) and Jeffrey Monohan Monica Montes ‘16

Faculty

FOUNDATIONS AND CORPORATIONS Allen Lund Company AmazonSmile Foundation The Amgen Foundation The Aon Foundation Bank of the West The Benevity Community Impact Fund The Blackbaud Giving Fund (Your Cause) BlackRock, Inc. Charities Aid Foundation America Chub Charitable Foundation Crown City Tire Co. Edison International IBM Internal Revenue Service Kroger Levi Strauss & Co. Northrop Grumman Corporation Northwestern Mutual Foundation PNC Foundation Schwab Charitable Fund The Walt Disney Company

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Vanessa Ocon ‘16 Shirley Smith O’Connor ‘50 Sally Howard Ojala ‘75 Mona and Mike Oliver Meleina Oliver ‘85 and Jim Jerman Erin (Nolan ‘87) and Scott Olmsted Stephen and Kay Onderdonk Kathleen O’Neill ‘80 Bonnie Ong ‘10 Christine Orihuela Lisa and Joe Orlandini Janet Orlandini-Mayes ‘67 Margarita Penichet Orsi ‘82 Jose Luis Osorio Erin (Sheedy ‘90) and Simon Owen Heidi and William Oxley Margot Paine Mary Pallares Joan Schirtzinger Palmer ‘63 Eric Pals Rosdiana Susanto and Joseph Panggabean Dianne Sherman Pansini ‘64 Julie and Gary Pantiskas Liza Papadopoulos Sophia Pappas ‘18

Olivia Partamian ‘20 Johanna Gregory Partin ‘88 Laura and John Paszkiewicz Barbara Dugas-Patterson and Donald Patterson Sarah Peck ‘20 Gracie (Diaz ‘92) and Oscar Peralta Christina Perasso ‘20 Angelica and Tony Perez Amanda Perez ‘14 Mary and Braxton Perkins Sharon Perkowski John Pettersson Kristin Stevens Pitt ‘85 Eric Pivovaroff Megan Dazé Poehler ‘05 Rochelle and Robert Pola Gloria and Paul Porter Julie Moore Powers ‘91 Theresa (Cummings ‘94) and Danny Pranata Leslie (Heidelman ‘80) and Andrew Provenzano Corbi Wallingford-Puccini and Michael Puccini

THE BRIDGE SCHOL ARSHIP PROGRAM In 2021, we introduced the Bridge Scholarship Program, a scholarship award designed to fund the gap between the cost of tuition and the amount that families can afford to pay, up to 90% of tuition and fees annually. Bridge Scholars from low- and moderate-income families will qualify for not only tuition assistance, but waivers for uniforms, books and activity fees to ensure that these students will have the full educational experience and may take advantage of all of the opportunities offered at Flintridge Sacred Heart.

their educational journey at Flintridge Sacred Heart. All three are bright, community. We look forward to extending this opportunity to new students each year. If a student demonstrates the ability to succeed at Flintridge Sacred Heart, and shares our commitment to the pursuit of faith, integrity and truth, it is our goal to lower the barrier to entry by providing need-based scholarship awards.

To learn more about our Bridge Scholars, or to make a contribution to this program, please contact Katie Kevorkian at kkevorkian@fsha.org or (626) 685-8550.

DONOR ROLL CKW School Uniforms Moya and Peter Collins The Dominican Sisters of Mission San Jose Foundation Robert and Kathleen Goodwin The Virginia Garcia Herrera Foundation Sarah (Sima ‘96) and Shawn McCann The Timothy and Judith Smith Foundation Colleen and Luke Welsh

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Jennifer Diaz Quinteros ‘91 Sue and Steve Ralph Donna and Nick Ralph Emily Freedman Ramazzotti ‘58 Hailey Ramos ‘20 Rosanne Raybould Tiffany and Gregory Reddy Kathryne Schoepe Reiken ‘64 Susan Keller Reischl ‘72 Lara Repko ‘12 Sonia and Rodrigo Reyes Natalie Rezek Annette Ricchiazzi ‘90 and Marc Blain Diana Rios Lorena and Perry Rivera Kim and John Robb Katherine Donahoe Robles ‘49 Juli A. (Goodwin ‘87) and Robert Roginson Annabelle and Manuel Rojas Elizabeth Rojas ‘13 Linda and Tony Romero Lauren Johnson Romero ‘01 Tracey Romine Stephanie Ronay ‘11 Dawn Demski Ross Symcox ‘58 Judith Talbot Rostron ‘58 Michael Rottler Gary Rottler Lori Rottler Connie Nuccio Rubke ‘01 Mateo Rudich Sister Jane Rudolph, O.P. Rachel Russell Jessie Ryan Katy Sadler Alexis Salazar Edith Salcedo ‘06 Monica and Art Saldivar Jean Bushnell Salfen ‘60 Patricia Salvaty John and Teresa Salvo Rachel Salvo ‘06 Rebecca Salvo ‘06 Nicolina Salvo ‘08 DeShawn Samad ‘11 Arlene Samore-Sanchez Nanci and Mark Sanchez Catherine Sabourin Sanders ‘98 Robert Sanderson Lidia and James Sandino Marisa Sandler Allison Sarbaum ‘15 Sergio Sardo Diane and Ali Sarkarati Jaclyn Sato ‘04 Janis and Paul Savoie Mr. and Mrs. John Scharler Katherine Illig Schneider ‘78 Sarah Robison Schneider ‘03 Susan Schnieders Shelly Wenker Schroth ‘94

Dominican Loyalty Society

William F. Schubert Terry Seidler Linda and Jeff Seidner Jennifer and William Selva Mary Katherine Senstad ‘12 Sandra Shakespeare ‘86 Kimberly and David Shaw Veronica and William Shaw Ms. Marilyn Shield Rhonda and Daniel Shorter, III Sherrie Singer Eileen and John Sinner Joanne and Robert Smith Monica and Lamont Smith Charlene Anderson and Steven Smith Tonette and John So Shelly and Steven Sonner Heather Sonner ‘14 Renee and Joe Spinelli Debbie St. John Elizabeth and Thomas Stauffer Theodora Coulis and Peter Stavropoulos Emma and James Stewart Diana Loehr Stone ‘60 James and Karen Stoteraux Tamera and Robin Street Shannon Sullivan ‘93 Maura and Jamie Sullivan Renee and Glenn Swart Ted Sykes Lorraine Comeau Tahan ‘96 Jessica Talley Bridget and Bill Taormina Michelle Taormina ‘91 Kayla Tennity Charlie Tercek Ruth and John Theiring Maureen and Ross Thomas Karen and Davis Thompson Frances Thuet P. Tighe Joan Joerg Tillery ‘69 Thelma and Charles Tinker Janis Tista Julie and Kevin Tomkins Candace Toogood ‘10 Jill and David Toth Tracy (Brewer ‘97) and Scott Traver Terry Traver Ms. Cecilia Treat Terry and Dennis Tschinkel Heather Turcios ‘16 Germaine and Chris Underbrink Diane and Morgan Underwood Lojana Unenanond ‘86 Kathy von Massenhausen Ursini ‘83 Didith Uy Elizabeth and Jorge Valdivia Cynthia Valencia ‘91 Suzanne and John Van Dyke Jennifer and Andrew Van Tuyle

Faculty

John and Mary Linda Vandevelde Allyssa Arizmendi VanHooser ‘97 Theresa and Frank Vargas Christine Clark and Mark Vargo Brynna and Matt Venne Gloria Diaz Ventura ‘96 Mary Esther and Morris Victor Sarah (Banales ‘86) and Allan Villegas Teri Faccini Vincent ‘79 Marian Haddad Violé ‘53 Rosemary and Oscar Vital Celeste and Tom Von Der Ahe Antje Wagenaar Sarah Smith Walter ‘00 Michael Ward Dick and Ann Ward Marianne Ward ‘91 Audra Ward Cristine and Brett Warner Anita and Stephen Warner Craig Washington Jenna Webster ‘20 Akeime Mitterlehner and Martin Weeks Barbara Williams Weisbart ‘42 Lilian Welwood ‘20 Christine Westhoff ‘09 Ann and Randall Wetzel Dian Maeth Whitney ‘53 Rayehe Mazarei Wichert ‘83 Mary Pat Widmann ‘79 Emily Wilkinson Clare and Robert Williams Marianne (Marsh ‘84) Williams Elektra Williams ‘16 Julie Sparks Wilson ‘73 Betsy and John Wilson Kiley Wilson ‘19 Kristine Kulper Winnek ‘87 Pearl Wong Liana Yamasaki Elena Yamasaki Haohong Wu and Hanyu Yan Faye Ybanez ‘96 Renee Yeh ‘96 Julia Yellen ‘20 Mr. and Mrs. John Yingling Alisa Yingling ‘93 Andrea and Walter Yoka Charlene Gonzales Zettel ‘65 Wendy Zhang Barbara and Chris Ziegler LJ and Steffen Zirn Irene Zukas Bracci and Dana Bracci Anne and Peter Zwart

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FLINTRIDGE SACRED HEART GENERAL ENDOWED SCHOLARSHIP FUND

The General Endowed Scholarship Fund was established in 1999 to provide need-based scholarships to Flintridge Sacred Heart students.

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- Anonymous - The Ahmanson Foundation - The Carrie Estelle Doheny Foundation - The Pasadena Community Foundation

HARRY G. JOHANSING SCHOLARSHIP FUND

Established by the Johansing family, contributions raised through the school’s annual Johansing Golf Tournament are allocated to the fund. Scholarships are awarded to exceptional students who otherwise would not be able to attend Flintridge Sacred Heart. Please refer to page 57 and 58 to view a list of supporters.

75TH ANNIVERSARY ENDOWMENT SCHOLARSHIP FUND

This fund was established after a year of community celebrations surrounding Flintridge Sacred Heart’s 75th Anniversary in 2006-2007. Exactly $500,000 was raised through the generosity of our alumnae and community to put this commemorative endowment in place.

ALUMNAE SCHOLARSHIP ENDOWMENT FUND

Flintridge Sacred Heart provides need-based These tuition awards are provided, in part, by endowed funds and other scholarship funds. As of June 30, 2020, our endowment funds held nearly $5.5 million dollars. Unless stated otherwise, these scholarships are renewable annually to students who remain in good academic standing.

Established in the early 1980s, this fund awards scholarships to ninth-grade students who have strong academic records and are directly related to a Flintridge Sacred Heart alumna.

THE PHYLLIS AND ANGELO MOZILO FAMILY FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIP FUND Established with gifts from the Phyllis and Angelo Mozilo Family Foundation, this fund provides scholarship assistance to young women who need. - Angelo R. Mozilo

THE SAINT JOSEPH SCHOLARSHIP ENDOWMENT FUND

This fund was established in 2009 in honor of Sr. direct honesty, patience and commitment to quality and accounting.

The following list includes gifts to endowed funds and other restricted giving from July 1, 2020 through June 30, 2021.

EDWARD E. FORD ENDOWED SCHOLARSHIP FUND

Initiated in April 2003 as a challenge to Flintridge Sacred Heart, this fund began with funds donated by the Edward E. Ford Foundation upon completion of the school’s match challenge on May 31, 2004.

WILLIAM MARTIN TODD ENDOWED FUND

Established through bequest in 1997 by the parents to enable girls of good character to obtain education and guidance at Flintridge Sacred Heart on the basis of character, and not on race, creed, or grades, who need and deserve help in obtaining an education.

F L INT RIDGE SACRE D H E A RT EUGENIE B. HANNON ENDOWED SCHOLARSHIP FUND

Established in 1998 by William H. Hannon in memory of his mother, Eugenie, this fund receives annual gifts from the William H. Hannon Foundation. Scholarships are awarded need and who model good citizenship and personal integrity to their schoolmates, family and community, and exemplify the values of Flintridge Sacred Heart. - William H. Hannon Foundation

THE GEORGE H. MAYR ENDOWED SCHOLARSHIP FUND

Initiated in 2000 as a challenge to Flintridge Sacred Heart, this fund began with funds donated by the George H. Mayr Foundation upon completion of the school’s match challenge two years later.

THE O’MARA-DURHAM FAMILY ENDOWMENT

Established in December 1999 by Patricia O’Mara Durham ’83 and her husband, Larry, this fund awards scholarships to invest in the futures of who are best able to take advantage of the educational, spiritual, athletic, artistic and leadership opportunities that exist at Flintridge Sacred Heart.

THE BRIDGE SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM

The Bridge Scholarship Program is a scholarship award designed to fund the gap between the cost of tuition and the amount that families can afford to pay, up to 90% of tuition and fees annually. Bridge scholars from low-and moderate-income families will qualify for not only tuition assistance, but waivers for uniforms, books and activity fees to ensure that these students will have the full educational experience and may take advantage of all of the opportunities offered at Flintridge Sacred Heart. Please refer to page 53 to view a list of supporters.

THE DOHENY HIGH SCHOOL SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM

The Carrie Estelle Doheny Foundation provides a generous grant to Flintridge Sacred Heart each year to support student scholarships. The Doheny High School Scholarship Program was established more than 20 years ago to give Catholic high schools additional scholarship funds to support promising young scholars with -Carrie Estelle Doheny Foundation

THE AHMANSON FOUNDATION PRECOLLEGIATE SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM The Ahmanson Foundation Pre-Collegiate

THE MARY ELIZABETH BOX ‘35 AND CARL J. SCHUCK ENDOWED SCHOLARSHIP FUND

Established in 2001 to honor the legacy of Mary Elizabeth “Boxie” Box ‘35 and her husband, Carl J. Schuck, this grant is awarded in a manner that furthers the guiding principles of a Dominican education.

THE THERESA BOTELLO ENDOWED SCHOLARSHIP FUND

The Theresa Botello Endowed Scholarship Fund was established by her children to honor her life and legacy. - Keri and Michael S. Botello - Marian and Timothy Botello

THE JOHN G. COWAN ENDOWED SCHOLARSHIP FUND

The John G. Cowan Endowed Scholarship Fund was established to honor the life and legacy of Mr. Cowan.

THE RUSSELL L. AND NORMA J. HANLIN ENDOWED SCHOLARSHIP FUND Established in 2017 by Norma Jean Hanlin to provide annual need-based scholarships at Flintridge Sacred Heart Academy, recipients of the diversity of the student population, have an interest in the arts, take advantage of the opportunities offered by the school, and model good citizenship and personal integrity.

THE KATHERINE EVANS MEMORIAL FUND

This fund was established in 2011 with gifts given in memory of Katherine Evans, a compassionate and inclusive young woman, who is remembered for her beauty and kindness. - Nicholas and Carolyn Howell - David and Chandra King - John and Sheila Laco - The Benevity Community Impact Fund - UnitedHealth Group

THE MARISA ANNE LUPICA ENDOWED SCHOLARSHIP

Established in October 2004 with gifts given in memory of Marisa Anne Lupica ’07. Marisa was a beautiful, loving and caring 15-year-old who touched everyone she met. The recipient of the Marisa Lupica Scholarship should exemplify the Christian ideals that served as the core of Marisa’s being, and were the lived foundation of her life. - Anonymous - Thomas and Trudi Cassidy - Nancy Castle

SUEGENE KIM EDUCATION FUND

In memory of Suegene Kim ‘01, this scholarship is awarded to students whose ability and dedication to Catholic religious studies are exemplary. The fund also provides religious and spiritual enrichment programs for the Flintridge Sacred Heart community. - Peter and Sunnie Kim

by the National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS) in Principles of Good Practice. -The Ahmanson Foundation

MOTHER PIA BACKES FUND

THE SYLVIA TELL FUND

Established in 2005 by Sylvia Varnum ’53 in memory of her mother, Sylvia Tell, this fund was established to ensure that all seniors are able to particpate in senior year activities

Mother Pia Backes, the founder of the Dominican Sisters of Mission San Jose, was dedicated to a life of serving children, the poor and the vulnerable. A grant from this fund is provided annually to Flintridge Sacred Heart from the Dominican Sisters of Mission San Jose to continue the tradition of providing quality Catholic education.

- Sylvia Stressing, Teresa Turoski & Nena Mooney - John Varnum (deceased)

-The Dominican Sisters of Mission San Jose

- Keri and Michael S. Botello - Loretta Holstein - Maria Honles - Christina and Anthony Perrino - Patricia J. Traviss

THE CHERYL BUNTICH SCHOLARSHIP AWARD

This scholarship was established by Cheryl’s family, friends and colleagues to create a permanent legacy in her memory and to reward graduating 8th graders at St. Bede the Venerable School. This is a one-time scholarship grant for a newly enrolled 9th grade student who graduated from St. Bede the Venerable School. It is not renewable.

SISTER MARY PETER TRAVISS ‘46 FUND Established in 2020 in memory of Sister Mary Peter Traviss ’46, O.P. by her family and classmates.

-The Pasadena Community Foundation

- Norma J. Hanlin

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Many thanks to members of the Flintridge Sacred Heart community for their support of the 48th Harry G. Johansing Scholarship Golf Tournament and Dinner. TOURNAMENT SPONSORS AND SCHOLARSHIP DONORS Anonymous (2) William Alexander Kristen (Geraci ‘90) and Steve Anderson Jacqueline and Manuel Antonio Christine and Michael Antonovich Adam Attalla Nikki and Kurtis Bednar Lauren and Kevin Bender Denise Dal Ponte Bilotta Matthew Birkett Phil Burns Allison and John Byrne Brigitta Carlsson Michelle and Mac Chandler, III Tracey Chavira ‘93 Lawrence and Susan Chiles Moya and Peter Collins Josephine and Angelo Costanzo

Kevin Danni Katie and Rob Davis Alison and Michael Davitt DeJardin Family Michele and Tom Doud Michelle and Hernan Escobar Lupe Esparza Gutierrez Tony Esquivel Rene Flores Lorie and Don Forman Ron Gerhardt Breeana (Koemans ‘12) and Nicholas Gumpert Mark Gutierrez Robert and Joan Harper Jennifer and Michael Hartley Jamie Hernandez Ann and Rob Holmquist Andres Ichaso Marisela and Alejandro Islas Scott Jackson Bruce Johansing Carol and Robert Johansing Leticia and Steven Kalpakoff Tracey Breitbart Karadizian and Brian Karadizian Dawn and James Kinsel Bridgette (Tschinkel ‘94) and

Kevin Klaus John Kurzeka Joyce and Moses Kwon Jennifer MacLean and Aaron Lee Natalie Lei Heather and Matthew Lillard Jamie Lima Darla and Sam Longo Mary Kate and Adam Lowe Krystyn and Al Madrigal Elizabeth and Paul Majich Janet and Mike Maloney Jeff Maloney Dolores and Harvey Marsh Julia and Mark McArdle Sarah (Sima ‘96) and Shawn McCann Kevin McNamara Merrill Lynch Richard Meyer Julie and Bill Miller Bri and Jake Mota Elda Terrazas-Murillo and Raul Murillo Virginia Landa Napierala and Raymond Napierala Renee and Chad Norton Linda O’Callaghan Krista and Alberto Ocon

Rose and John Orlandini Janet Orlandini-Mayes ‘67 Karen and Frank Pace Mary and Braxton Perkins Cesar Quesada Annabelle and Manuel Rojas Terri and Ed Rosales Bessie and Luis Ruiz Marcie Sabatella and Jordan Nedeff Michelle and James Santa Maria Charlotte von Massenhausen Saydah Jason Schoettler Patricia and Michael J. Smith Monica and Lamont Smith Krista and Will Smith Tom Teasley Bryan Thomas Melissa and Michael Udell Jennifer and Andrew Van Tuyle Kathleen and Tim Von der Ahe Celeste and Tom Von Der Ahe Colleen and Luke Welsh Clare and Robert Williams Keith Williams Andrea and Walter Yoka Helen (Huston ‘77) and Robert Zieman, Jr.

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GOLF COMMITTEE Robert Williams Chair Clare Williams Co-Chair Mike Udell Melissa Udell Alberto Ocon Krista Ocon Mike Maloney Erin McGann Maloney ‘89 Kevin Klaus Bridget Tschinkel Klaus ‘94 John Yonai

CORPORATIONS & FOUNDATIONS Allen Lund Company All Things Comedy American Endowment Fund Bancor Financial Group California Community Foundation Gonterman and Associates LA Surf Soccer Center Luis Alberto Ruiz, Inc. The Maloney Group / Keller Williams Realty PepsiCo Printefex QuonTar Productions, LLC The Santa Maria Group STR8 Performance T. Violé Construction Company Veritas Public Affairs Whittier Trust Company

Company Veritas Public Affairs Whittier Trust Company 58

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e u r q ade s a M MAY 15, 2021 $5,000+

Berta and Pedro Gaviña Darla and Sam Longo Colleen and Luke Welsh

Vera and Antoine Souma Celeste and Tom Von Der Ahe

$1,000-2,499 $2,500-4,999

Margo and Dan Bruich Ann and Rob Holmquist Heidi and Scott Hood John Kurzeka Charlotte von Massenhausen Saydah Patricia and Michael J. Smith

Savonia and Anthony Angelica Keri and Michael S. Botello Lia and Michael Carter Moya and Peter Collins Delia and Gerald Cotter Tina and James De La Torre Michael Farrell Norma Hanlin

Robert and Joan Harper Barbara Marshall Bri and Jake Mota Christine (Longo ‘82) and Steven Navarro Renee and Chad Norton Linda O’Callaghan Paula (Capriccio ‘71) and James Orlandini Katherine Illig Schneider ‘78 Maki and Craig Shewfelt Maureen Sullivan and Joe Pica Patricia Traviss ‘49 Helen (Huston ‘77) and Robert Zieman, Jr.

GALA COmmittee Gala Co-Chairs Aggie Malolepszy – Martyna ’21 Nancy Yacoub – Rachel ’21

Alumnae Engagement Chairs Jenna Gulick ’13, Alumnae Association President Breeana Koemans Gumpert ’12, Director of Alumnae Relations

Auction Chair Angie Hambarchian - Nairi ’24

$1-999

Anonymous Sandy and Alan Alford Carolyn and Bob Altman Joan Anderson Jennifer Bahou Reese Bauer ‘18 Michele Marquez and Kevin Bauer Alison Birnie Allison and John Byrne Karla Callejas Brigitta Carlsson Rudy Castillo

Sponsorships Chair Shoshana Puccia – Violette ’23

Decor Co-Chairs Ivonne Low – Lola ’22 Karen Li – Camilla ’23 Janelle Carney ’89 – Ella ’24

Volunteer Chair Melissa Udell – Veronica ’24

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Michelle and Mac Chandler, III Stephanie Contreras Maria Elena and Ceazar Corteza Josephine and Angelo Costanzo Suzanne and Barrett Duff Marion and Robert Edwards Jena Ellis Tamar and Carlos Garcia Amy and Tim Garrity Margie and John Green Breeana (Koemans ‘12) and Nicholas Gumpert Nora and William Heinen Paul Hernandez Samantha Herrick Laurel Hitchcock Loretta Holstein Carol Hunt Beth and Bob Huston Claire Robinson and Ryan Ihly Juli James Mary Johnson Evonne Klaus Hiroko Kobayashi ‘86 Cynthia Renie and Timothy Lawlor Jennifer MacLean and Aaron Lee Natalie Lei Karen and Carl Li Lauren Loadvine ‘12 Dottie and Sam Longo Ivonne and Austin Low Mary (Lambert ‘82) and Kenneth Lund Jean and Spencer Lyon Ann-Marie and Lance Martinez Christine Mauer

Michelle Maye Sarah (Sima ‘96) and Shawn McCann Katheryn and Tom McCarthy Shannon and Sean McDonald Leslie Miller Julie and Bill Miller Richard Navarro and Madeleine Mira Mary (Schnieders ‘97) and Jeffrey Monohan Teresa and Donald Oakland Krista and Alberto Ocon Meleina Oliver ‘85 and Jim Jerman Janet Orlandini-Mayes ‘67 Karen and Frank Pace Sang and Yong Park Meredith (Case ‘88) and Victor Paz Sally and Bob Pernecky Kristin Stevens Pitt ‘85 Eric Pivovaroff Jan and Kurt Polchow Shoshana Puccia Lauren Johnson Romero ‘01 Tracey Romine Katy Sadler Alexis Salazar Dahlia and Armen Savadian Sherrie Singer Eileen and John Sinner Monica and Lamont Smith Michelle Taormina ‘91 Kathleen Thompson Sissy and Ben Timmerman

Diane and Morgan Underwood Suzanne and John Van Dyke Jennifer and Andrew Van Tuyle Christine Clark and Mark Vargo Sr. Mary Susanna Vasquez, O.P. Gloria Diaz Ventura ‘96 Akeime Mitterlehner and Martin Weeks Julie Sparks Wilson ‘73 Pearl Wong Elena Yamasaki Anne and Peter Zwart

Corporations & Foundations

Janelle Carney-Attorney at Law, APC Illig Construction Company Info-Com Business Products Mission Flavors and Fragrances Pasadena Tournament of Roses

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PARENTS’ GUILD EXECUTIVE BOARD President Julie Miller

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Parents’ Support Groups

Parliamentarian Marilyn Bednar

FRIENDS OF THE ARTS EXECUTIVE BOARD President Sue Gray

Vice-President Tina Yates

Parent Support Groups Liason Shannon McDonald

Vice President Helen Condit

Director of Events Robin Hughes Pilar Urquiza

Moderator Sr. Celeste Botello, O.P.

Treasurer Rosa Burrola

Director of Hospitality Rose Sorensen Ester Moran Sara Larson Director of Philanthropy Rose Park Director of Volunteers Anna Heredia Treasurer Moya Collins Recording Secretary Erin Maloney

Corresponding Secretary Lauren Bender

BOOSTER CLUB EXECUTIVE BOARD President Lu Ruiz Parliamentarian Madeleine Mira Secretary Kimberly Milton Vice President of Merchandise Karina Irribarren Treasurer Monica Sorensen

Secretary Tina Raymond-Derbish

GALA CHAIRS

Aggie Malolepszy Nancy Yacoub

GOLF CHAIRS

Robert Williams & Clare Williams, Co Chairs

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MOTHER DOLOROSA SOCIETY MEMBERS Donna Bender ‘67 Cynthia L. Casillas Patricia and Richard Furlong Molly Weber Girardi ‘00 Veronica Deasy Goodrich ‘73 Lorraine and Allan Herbert Alice E. Kinsman ‘54 Celia A. Leaver Lois Longo Barbara Marshall Alexandra Swanson McKay ‘57 Carrie (Black ‘85) and Michael Oransky Emily Freedman Ramazzotti ‘58 Rauch Family Credit Trust Angela Fresquez Sayre ‘00 Mary Jane (Herbert ‘82) and Scott Schroeder Michelle (Wenker ‘94) Schroth Deborah and William Spathelf Susan and Oliver Stark Marsha Berger Swan ‘56 William Martin Todd Trust Patricia Traviss ‘49

IN MEMORIAM

Olga Smahel Barnes ‘45 Mary Flanagan Beaudry ‘53 Mary Elizabeth Box Donna Dougherty ‘48 Joan P. Germann Cornelia Grandin Yvonne Smith Lefkowitz ‘55 Marilyn Brownson Long ‘36 Joan Frances McGarty ‘47 Mary (Box ‘35) and Carl Schuck

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View From the Top - Fall 2021

Articles inside

44th Annual Masquerade Gala

Tournament and Dinner

Residential Hall Remodel

2021 Distinguished Alumnae

Association President

Glimpses

A Message from Our President

2021 Rising Stars

90 Years of Giving Back Message from the Alumnae

Alumnae Spotlights

Voices from the Hill