The Magnificat Gala

Shamrocks & Champagne

Saturday, March 15, 2025

Save the date for an enchanted, fun-filled evening of Shamrocks and Champagne on Saturday, March 15, 2025 for the 36th annual Magnificat Gala! This signature event will bring together Magnificat’s parents, alumnae, and friends while raising support for tuition assistance, which helps nearly 70 percent of students. A highlight of the Gala is the recognition of remarkable individuals in the Magnificat community. This year the following four outstanding members will be honored:

THE MAGNIFICAT AWARD

DEBBIE REIDY NORTON '86 AND BRAD NORTON

The Magnificat Award honors outstanding service and personal commitment to Magnificat High School and its Mission. Longtime supporters of Magnificat, Debbie and Brad Norton believe deeply in the power of a singlegender Catholic education. Not only are they parents of triplets, Anna ’18, Sydney ’18, and Taylor ’18, but Debbie is also the daughter of Katherine Hebing Reidy ’59, a member of Magnificat’s first graduating class. Both Debbie and Brad have been strong advocates for Magnificat for many years, and their philanthropy and service to the school have been exceptional.

ALUMNAE AWARD OF EXCELLENCE

KATIE BEIRNE FALLON '94

The Alumnae Award of Excellence is given to an alumna who demonstrates service and leadership while being an accomplished innovator in her field and in her community. After more than a decade at the highest levels of the US government, including Senior Advisor and Director of Legislative Affairs for President Obama, Katie transitioned to the corporate world and currently serves as Executive Vice President and Head of Corporate Affairs at Fidelity Investments. A graduate of the University of Notre Dame, Katie remains connected to the Magnificat community and continues to support the young women who will follow in her footsteps.

TRUE BLUE VOLUNTEER OF THE YEAR AWARD

AMY KELLY

True Blue Volunteer of the Year Award honors a volunteer whose dedication to Magnificat is exemplary. As the mother of two Magnificat graduates, Mary ’19 and Catie ’24, Amy has dedicated herself in many varied roles over the years as a part of the Family Association of Magnificat (FAM) and the Gala Committee, including last year when she served as both FAM Network President and Gala Chair. Also a dedicated volunteer at Saint Ignatius High School, Amy has shown her deep commitment to Catholic education and strengthening the bonds of our school communities.