Invision 2013-2014

Mount Assisi Academy

We have left our mark on the hill, Now it’s time to leave it on the world.

Invision 2013-2014

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This publication is meant to capture the literary and artistic talents of the students at Mount Assisi Academy. These works were selected and completed by the 2013-2014 INVISION staff.

INVISION

Volume 48 Mount Assisi Academy 13860 Main Street Lemont, IL 60439

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INVISION STAFF Moderator Marietta Harris

Editor Madeline Cahue

Art Director Juliana Layman

Staff Megan Heurich Lily Olguin Bridget Melody Grace Yuan

A special thanks to the staff and contributors who helped create our magazine.

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Homeless By: Nicole Pratl All my life I have been homeless.

Sure, I have always had a roof over my head but no place that I could call my own, That I could call my home.

That is all I have ever wanted.

The suspense and anticipation of a place where I belong, I have had for much too long.

Finally, I have found my home.

A place of love and laughter, A place where everyone can make their own “happily ever after’s” The satisfaction of receiving a life-long desire has been cut short.

My home is turned upside-down.

My life is scattered around.

I see others look back on happy memories.

I will never have this. I will only reminisce On the things that I wanted and that I missed.

This disappointment is all too familiar.

I should have known that comfort never lasts.

Happiness will always pass.

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The Thought VS The Unknown I imagined life so differently back then.

My head spins at the idea, and I don’t know where I had been.

The idea that I’d enter a bigger high school, with boys and cheerleading, maybe even a swimming pool.

I thought I’d still have all my old friends, the ones that I had in grammar school.

I thought our friendship would never end.

And maybe I’d have more time than ever now, but time is an enemy, one that doesn’t slow down.

I’ve changed a lot.

I’m taller, I’m bolder, I’m myself to be exact.

I thought I’d still be quiet and shy, but now I’m outgoing and never going back.

Happy can describe this new life that’s mine.

I can express myself freely.

Having the unplanned is just fine.

So when I compare the two lives I found, I take God’s plan first, because I know for certain it will eventually turn out.

-Alex Cipriani

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Tomorrow By: Madilyn Peters Tomorrow is a day that’s filled with mystery.

A struggle between what will happen and what could happen.

A day that is always coming, but never arrives.

Will it bring hope and joy?

Or terror and despair?

Will I pass or will I fail?

Will inspiration turn into an idea?

An idea into an invention?

So many possibilities, yet so few.

How will I know what to do?

The only way to find out is to wait.

To wait and wait, For tomorrow will come another day.

A Better World Jess Moriarty One day the world will be A better place for humanity, With no more families in poverty And peace that will reign over tyranny.

Hunger will forever be gone And no one will do anything wrong.

Children will feel safe from harm Within the embrace of their parents arms.

If we never give up the fight, And work for it all day and night To try and abolish the evil within, And do all we can to stay out of sin, Then maybe one day the world will be A better place for humanity.

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In My Dreams I find myself wishing for unimaginable things, Things you can only find in dreams.

Objects to make the world a better place Mechanisms to help the human race.

I happen to wonder what life would be like With cures for cancer to end the fight.

These such factors can change our lives, But these things do not happen overnight.

I will continue to wait for this day to come, Where these things can benefit everyone.

Kylie Beringer

What the Future Holds By: Kathryn Cerven I wish that there will be peace in the future, Peace between countries and continents, Cities and towns, Between people.

I wish that there will be happiness and joy in the future.

I wish that sickness will be cured and there will be equality for all.

But most of all, I wish for acceptance in the future, Acceptance by friends and family, Enemies and strangers, Of yourself.

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Hope for Cures The thought of the future sparks excitement in many eyes.

Flying cars… The latest technology… A life full of luxury…

But all of that doesn’t matter if your health is shattered.

My wish is that suffering will cease, pain will fade, and diseases will be cured.

Worries will disappear, fear will too, and the words, “You have cancer” will never be heard.

The agony in a loved one’s eyes will be seen no more and sleepless nights at hospitals will vanish.

The unselfish wish that after much contemplation makes complete sense…

Because without good health it will be impossible to take your flying car out for a spin…

-Megan Heurich

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Mental Toughness By: Sarah Spencer Walking onto a whole new team Nervous, shaky, but with a power of will.

Trying out with seniors is harder than it may seem.

Playing time is the only goal needed to fill.

Beginning of the season, six seniors and a new girl.

Throwing on your practice jersey and lacing up Lifting weights, pull down after bicep curl.

Coach yelling out a play we failed to setup Benching a few games here and there; Whatever is best for the team is fine with me.

Spotting missed box outs and bad defense, coach is aware.

Oh no, Amber hurt her knee!

Preparing for the next game, adrenaline is leaking through my pores Dripping sweat, burning legs, needing to beat the person in front.

Scrimmaging each other, picking teams of four.

Beating a teammate with a new move, walking away with a grunt.

Warming up for the Bremen game Hearing the fans cheer “Hoorah!”

Expecting the starting line up to be the same “Terri, Mary Kate, Jess, Sabrina, Sarah…”

Coldplay By: Alex Cipriani I like Coldplay, Coldplay Will, Jon, Guy, and Chris play Mylo Xyloto to Lost! and Low Chris ringing Dancing and singing Glowing in the dark plays Fans streaming Lasers beaming Standard fans, firsthand stands Laughing and clapping For Coldplay, Coldplay, Will, Jon, Guy, and Chris play.

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Home By: Monica Tadros I like MAA, MAA Family is what you got at MAA Girls giggling like siblings to siblings Spirit trending Chanting and cheering Making the memories we love at MAA

Teachers teaching Brain wheels turning Working hard or hardly working Thriving and surviving At MAA, MAA Family is what you got at MAA -Inspired by: “Summer” Walter Dean Myers My Future I think my future is very sweet There will be new people that I will meet I will continue my life with basketball And I will never regret it at all When I’m older I’ll start a family And everyone will live happily I will be the best mother and wife I will try to do that the rest of my life This is how I wish to be If it happens I’ll be filled with glee

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She is‌ Bridget Melody She is a girl who is as supportive and strong as a structure of a house A girl who is fiercely worried about grades and acceptance, of being good enough She is a girl who is outgoing, but sometimes is as quiet as a mouse A girl who desperately tries to balance school, friends, sports, and other stuff

She would rather work hard on a soccer field than lounge in a pool A girl who learned to be helpful and selfless A girl terrified of failure, a girl who doubts her work at school Just a sensitive girl whose longing for perfection is endless.

She is a sporty girl who works and fights to be the best A girl transformed into the characters of her books A girl who is ready to leave her protective nest Yet she is a girl who retreats to her many reading nooks

She is an intelligent girl who works hard at everything A girl who dreams of doing something great A girl who is creative, excited, positive, and accepting A girl with a pet peeve of being late

In the end, she’s just a girl named Bridget.

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Looking Ahead Where do I see myself in my years ahead?

This is something I seem to dread.

I think about college and it hurts my head.

Where do I see myself in my years ahead?

How will I succeed?

I will try my best to lead.

I strive to not be filled with greed.

How will I succeed?

What will I become?

I refuse to be called dumb.

I will always remember where I am from.

What will I become?

I see a present time coming about.

I’m so excited I want to shout!

I will grow, learn, and sprout.

I see a present time coming about.

-Christina Healy Home By: Abigail Maloy Where do I belong?

Where should I go?

What do you do when you cannot go home?

I try to move on But, this is where I belong This is the place I call my home.

I want to stay, but I cannot I need to find someplace else to call my home.

But nothing shall compare To my experiences here.

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I hear the Mighty Eagles Singing By: Sarah Spencer I hear the Mighty Eagles singing, the varied carols I hear.

Those of the hill, each one singing “fight, fight!” as it should be strong and cheerful.

The nuns sing hers as she prays her rosary or novena.

The freshmen singing theirs as they make ready for the first day, or leaves off their own school.

The sophomore’s singing what belongs to them in their tears, the sad faces singing on the second floor.

The juniors singing as they sit on their pride, the girls singing theirs as they rally.

The seniors’ song, the one’s on their way in the world, or at college or at work.

The janitors singing of the hill, or of the young teachers at school, or of the president or principal.

Each singing what belongs to him or her and to none else.

The rallies what belongs to the students – at 1:30, the home of the Mighty Eagles.

“I Hear my School Singing” Gabriela Suarez I hear my school singing, the varied carols I hear.

Those of the nuns, each one singing theirs as it should be welcoming and cheerful.

The teachers singing theirs as they inspire their students or colleagues.

The seniors singing theirs as they make ready for college, or leave off the hill.

The juniors singing what belongs to them in their lunch period, the girls singing on the tables.

The sophomores singing as they sit on their drama, the freshmen singing theirs as they mature.

The school, the eagles on their way in the future, or at college, or at their careers.

The parents singing of the pride they feel, or of the young women at MAA, or of the sisters or teachers.

Each singing what belongs to him or her and to none else.

The school what belongs to the community—at least to the girls of MAA. Singing with open mouths their strong melodious songs.

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It’s all over now Drew Grib

Football season is in the near; Your favorite sport, you made it clear.

Your coaching jacket, one of the few.

When I look at it, it reminds me of you.

You made your team champions, at last.

When you wore it, you had a blast.

Now that is all over.

I am going to pick a lucky clover.

I look at the jacket and think of how it was; Your face, your eyes, and the way you looked.

It is all in the past, when the Lord had took A guardian angel, loved by many, Your love back was plenty.

Looking at the jacket is all memories now – But only joyful memories, the way it should.

If I could bring you back, I already would.

This is all misunderstood.

This poem is a happy one.

You would not want us to mourn.

If you were still here, Your jacket would still be worn.

I love you dad I love you more.

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This is Going to Be a Good Life I find myself with great happiness Wherever I go people always greet me with kindness and great respect I have accomplished all that I have ever wanted and beyond that I don’t only get the chance to live my dream, but I also get to help others In my earlier years, I wasn’t happy with my life I wasn’t making my life worth the while Yet, I realized I needed to find I needed to find my confidence And I needed to think of things in a positive way I’ve learned to live life the way that I want, not how others want me to live it.

Tomorrow By: Kellie Tomaskovic Tomorrow will definitely be different from today, Things will obviously change.

Different things people will say, Everything will be rearranged.

Although tomorrow is a new day, Without today there would be no tomorrow, And without tomorrow there would be no future.

Tomorrow will bring new beginnings, And perhaps new ends.

Tomorrow will be a mystery, Until we live tomorrow, And it becomes history.

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What Is to Come By: Addie McGuire Where do I see myself ten years from now?

What is to come to me when I grow up?

Certainly, I will be older and wiser, What is to come; what will be done?

Where do I think I am going to be?

What will I do, what will I see?

I will be on my way to my law degree What is to come; what will be done?

Success is what I am going to see.

What will I be, what will I achieve?

No matter what I do, I will be happy.

That’s what to come, and that will be done.

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This is my last year at Mount Assisi it’s sad to know that I’m saying this because I’m not a Senior, I’m a Freshmen saying goodbye to my high school. I loved this school so much it was my second home. I was so happy that I could come to school not caring what I looked like I didn’t have to do my make-up, hair, and even make my uniform look nice. I met so many new friends and I’m upset that some of my friends won’t be going to the same school as me. I’m happy that I got to experience going to Mount Assisi than never getting to experience going to this wonderful school. My mom always told stories about her and her friends in this school when I was in grammar school. My mom loved this school so much everyone was nice and still is. The teachers are very helpful and I’m going to miss all of this. I hope next year I will enjoy the new high school I’m attending and get to still be with my friends.

-Amber Andersen

What Tomorrow Holds By: Shyann Keonig The choices made can change tomorrow, Full of pleasure or full of sorrow.

The future is not exposed, Not knowing what tomorrow holds.

Tomorrow can be a wonderful day, Living it in the fullest way.

Making plans numerously fails, Trying to figure out the details.

Pondering what tomorrow can bring, Clueless about a simple thing.

The future is not revealed, Keeping tomorrow concealed.

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Coming Too Soon By: Madilyn Peters Tomorrow, yes tomorrow, I have school.

With tests, homework, and notes there is too much to do!

With teachers expecting you to be the next Einstein, And parents choosing mountains for you to climb.

Tomorrow, yes tomorrow, will be here too soon.

Tomorrow, yes tomorrow, I have soccer.

With goals, footwork, and blocks there is too much to do!

While coaches expect you to make it to sectionals, Your parents expect you to play like professionals.

Tomorrow, yes tomorrow, will be here too soon.

Tomorrow, yes tomorrow, I have work.

With files, phone calls, and mail there is too much to do.

With my boss expecting me to scrub the floors, And parents yelling so I do my chores.

Tomorrow, yes tomorrow, will be here too soon.

Tomorrow, yes tomorrow, I’ll be dead by noon.

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My Future By: Kylie McGivney Waking up bright and early, Not caring if my hair is straight or curly.

Putting on my scrubs and getting in the car, Beginning my journey to work; near or far.

The tears of a child as they’re given a shot, I smile from success that earned me my spot.

Being a nurse will bring immense pleasure, But having a child will be my greatest treasure.

This is my ultimate dream and what I will work for, Achieving this will make me happy, of this I’m sure.

But for now I must focus on school and grades, And one day I will lay retired, on a hammock in the cool shade.

Cancer, just go away By: Taylor Krueger I have seen the closest people suffer right in front of me Always having to hear their pleas Due to cancer, I have witnessed many deaths And honestly it was quite hard when I heard they took their last breath.

Please cancer, why can't you just go away I guess all I can do at this point is continue to pray Why does such an ugly thing have to exist I wish I can take cancer and punch it with my fist Cancer is such an ugly thing I wish it can just be put under a bird’s wing Just imagine the joy of cancer not existing would bring I can hear all the afflicted beginning to sing Hopefully in the future, cancer will not exist And we will witness more people fulfilling their so called bucket lists One day I hope that my tears of sadness Will eventually turn into tears of gladness The future holds many great things And all we can do is wait for what it will bring One day we will look and see That one day, people will be living cancer free!

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Remembering Sara Bridget Melody

I Remember I remember 5 year old Sara Sitting atop her mailbox Poised like a tiger Ready to strike.

I remember her hair, lit like a flame It would bounce at the tiniest movement And her eyes, a vivid green, examined me from her “throne” He lips, stretching into an O as she roared Her smile as I became her friend.

I remember our place Our own little hideout.

The one which we discovered one dreary afternoon Around the corner, and down the street Was a big rock surrounded by flowers We would sit and be.

I remember the smell of popcorn As Sara and I sit on her couch Awaiting for the screen to shed its black coat And become alive with the movement of the movie.

I remember the shape of her basement Which, even after the remodeling, Remained the same silhouette.

I remember when I told her my decision, she yelled, hugged me and smiled.

I remember that girl I’ve seen her grow up I’ve watched her as she’s watched me Her eyes grow large, watching my TV screen.

I remember sky that day.

A clear, bold blue, with clouds scattered beyond my best friend’s head The day we met.

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Oh Family of Mine…

Miranda Donnelley

Family is full of kindness and love.

Family is a gift sent from above.

Family runs deeper than any sea With my family is where I’ll always be.

We bud heads and occasionally fight, But you mess with us and you’ll see our might!

My family is strong, my family is mine, And at the end of the day we get along just fine.

My family is precious and means more to me Than any diamond, sapphire, or dazzling ruby.

No matter what happens my love will not falter Because in my heart I know blood is thicker than water.

I love my family with my whole heart and soul, Even the times we get out of control.

The gift of family is truly divine.

Oh man, I love you oh family of mine!

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Dans l’avenir / In the Future Par : Liliane Olguin / By : Lily Olguin Dans l’avenir, J’espère réussir à aider les autres et l’environnement dans tous les sens possibles.

Dans l’avenir, J’espère que je ferai une différence dans mon travail, que je contribuerai à mon employeur, et que je ferai de mon mieux.

Dans l’avenir, J’espère que je serai toujours là pour ceux qui ont besoin de moi et aussi pour ceux qui ont besoin d’aide.

Dans l’avenir, J’espère que les gens se souviendront que j’ai toujours essayé de créer ma petite espace dans cette vie.

In the future, I’m hoping to succeed, helping others and the environment in every way possible.

In the future, I’m hoping to make a difference in my job, contributing to my employer, and trying my best.

In the future, I’m hoping to always be there for those who need me and also those who need help.

In the future, I’m hoping to have people remember me as always trying to create my little space in this life.

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Dans l’avenir

In the Future

Simone Heurich

Megan Heurich

Dans l’avenir il y aura des voitures volantes.

In the future there will be flying cars.

Dans l’avenir les voyages serant rapides.

In the future traveling will be fast.

Dans l’avenir la vie sera différente.

In the future life will be different.

Je ne peux qu’espérer que la vie sera bonne,

I can only hope that life will be good,

Que le monde sera en paix,

That the world will be in peace,

Que la faim prendra fin,

That hunger will end,

Que tous seront heureux.

That all will be happy.

Mais je ne sais pas,

But I do not know,

Et l’avenir ne sera pas simple.

And the future will not be simple.

C’est un mystère,

It’s a mystery,

Mais un jour nous saurons.

But one day we will know.

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J'Espèrerai / I Hope Par: Emelie Pudil / By: Jorie Pudil L'année prochaine, j'espèrerai m'habituer à ma nouvelle école.

J'espèrerai rencontrer des nouvelles personnes.

J'espèrerai avoir de nouvelles amies.

J'espèrerai aimer mes nouveaux profs.

J'espèrerai reussir toutes mes courses.

J'espèrerai que je pourrai rester en contact avec toutes mes amies de Mount Assisi.

J'espèrerai que les profs trouveront leurs nouveaux emplois.

J'espèrerai que mes amies aimeront leurs nouvelles ecoles.

J'espèrerai que je n’oublierai pas toutes les personnes au Mount Assisi Academy.

J'espèrerai que je visiterai Mount Assisi Academy dans le future.

Next year, I hope I will be used to my new school.

I hope I will meet new people.

I hope I will have new friends.

I hope I will like my new teachers.

I hope I will pass all my classes.

I hope that I can stay in contact with all of my friends from Mount Assisi.

I hope that the teachers will find their new jobs.

I hope that my friends will like their new schools.

I hope that I will not forget the people of Mount Assisi Academy.

I hope that I will visit Mount Assisi Academy in the future.

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Les Cinq Pires Jours Par : Céleste Cahue Le premier pire jour de ma vie c'était le jour quand on m’a dit Que ma très belle petite école si géniale et si divine fermerait en juin 2014 À ce moment-là, tout s'est effondré Mon cœur était cassé, ma vie finie Tout ce que j'ai voulu et tout ce que j'ai planifié - disparu Mes sœurs seraient séparées, iraient à d'autres écoles Tout ce que j'aime et tout ce que je connais - disparu et séparé Ça c'était le premier pire jour de ma vie Le deuxième pire jour de ma vie c'était le jour quand on m’a dit Que ma très belle petite classe si sincère et si affectueuse ne pourrait pas continuer l'année prochaine À ce moment-là, je me sentais encore la douleur Mon cœur a été piqué encore, ma vie ne serait jamais plus la même Toutes mes amies et toute ma famille-séparés Mes meilleurs amies, mes sœurs, jamais être camarades encore Tout ce que j'aime et tout ce que je connais - disparu et séparé Ça c'était le deuxième pire jour de ma vie Le troisième pire jour de ma vie c'était le jour quand on m’a dit Que mes très belles petites sœurs si sympathiques et si exceptionnelles devraient chercher une nouvelle école À ce moment-là, j'avais peur et j’étais triste Mon cœur a battu, ma vie était un flou Tout était effrayant et tout était trop bizarre Il y avait d'autres écoles dans mon gymnase pour nous recruter Tout ce que j'aime et tout ce que je connais - disparu et séparé Ça c'était le troisième pire jour de ma vie Le quatrième pire jour de ma vie sera le jour quand on me dira Que ma très belle petite école si géniale et si divine sera fermée parce que ça sera le mois de juin 2014 À ce moment-là, je serai très triste Mon cœur sera blessé, une partie de ma vie finie Tout ce que j'aime et tout ce que je connais sera fini Ma famille sur la montagne aura d'autres choses devant elle Tout ce que j'aime et tout ce que je connais-disparu et séparé Ça sera le quatrième pire jour de ma vie Le cinquième pire jour de ma vie sera le jour quand on me dira Que c’est le premier jour de ma nouvelle école si étrange et si différente À ce moment-là, je devrai mettre d’un uniforme diffèrent Mon cœur battra, ma vie entrera dans un nouveau chapitre Tout sera inconnu et excitant Tous les membres de ma vieille famille de la montagne feront la même chose Tous seront tristes et tous auront peur Ça sera le cinquième et dernier pire jour de ma vie et ce sera aussi le premier jour de ma nouvelle vie

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Translation : The Five Worst Days By: Madeline Cahue The first worst day of my life was the day when one told me That my beautiful little school so great and so divine will close in June 2014 During that moment, everything fell apart My heart was broken, my life over All that I wanted and all that I planned – gone My sisters will be separated, going to other schools All that I love and all that I know – gone and separated That was the f first worst day of my life The second worst day of my life was the day when one told me That my beautiful little class so sincere ad so loving could not continue onto the following year During that moment, I felt the pain again My heart was stabbed again, my life never to be the same All my friends and all my family – separated My best friends, my sisters, never to be classmates again All that I love and all that I know – gone and separated That was the second worst day of my life The third worst day of my life was the day when one told me That my beautiful little sisters so kind and so exceptional had to look for a new school During that moment, I was scared and I was sad My heart was beating, my life a blur Everything was scary and everything was very strange There were other schools in my gym to recruit us All that I love and all that I know – gone and separated That was the third worst day of my life The fourth worst day of my life will be the day when one tells me That my beautiful little school so great and so divine will close because it is the month of June 2014 During that moment, I will be very sad My heart will hurt, a part of my life finished All that I love and all that I know will be end My family on the hill will have other things ahead of them All that I love and all that I know – gone and separated That will be the fourth worst day of my life The fifth worst day of my life will be the day when one tells me That it is the first day of my new school so strange and so different During that moment, I will have to put on a different uniform My heart will beat; my life will enter a new chapter All will be unknown and exciting All the members of my old family from the hill will do the same Everyone will be sad and everyone will be scared That will be the fifth and last worst day of my life and it will also be the first day of my new life

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Jamais plus Par: Madame Fields Jamais plus, je ne monterai la colline à six heures trente du matin.

Jamais plus, je ne contemplerai la belle vue de la salle 315.

Jamais plus, je ne bavarderai avec Soeur Kathleen avant l’école.

Jamais plus, je ne regarderai les visages souriants de mes élèves.

Jamais plus, je ne me promènerai dans les terres du couvent pour Walkathon.

Jamais plus, je ne vendrai des bonbons pendant la Semaine du Français.

Jamais plus, je ne prendrai des photos des filles aux bals.

Jamais plus, je ne porterai des costumes bêtes pour la Semaine d’Esprit.

Jamais plus, je ne préparerai de la fondue et des crêpes avec le Club Français.

Jamais plus, je n’accompagnerai les élèves de Mt. Assisi en France.

Mais jamais je n’oublierai tous ces souvenirs merveilleux.

Translation : Never Again Never again will I drive up the hill at 6:30 A.M. Never again will I gaze at the lovely view from Room 315.

Never again will I chat with Sister Kathleen before school.

Never again will I look out at my students’ smiling faces.

Never again will I walk in the convent grounds for Walkathon.

Never again will I sell bonbons during French week.

Never again will I take photos of the girls at dances.

Never again will I dress up in silly outfits for ‘Spirit Week’.

Never again will I make fondue and crêpes with French Club.

Never again will I accompany Mt. Assisi students to France.

But never will I forget all these wonderful memories.

By: Madame Judy Fields French Teacher 2005-2014 33

A collection by Bridget Melody

The Hill Every morning I have witnessed The wondrous hill The sun rising For a new day Every morning I have been here Atop the hill I feel something Perfectly pure Every morning I am grateful For my grand hill The hill that I Have come to love 34

The Grotto Trees whisper to me As I see my reflection In the rippling pond

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January 29th I won’t forget that fateful day The day was filled with much dismay Tears were shed as friend turned to friend The day that they announced the end For hours, days, weeks, we mourned and cried A small piece of everyone died We broke… we’re still trying to mend The day that they announced the end And, that night, snow began to fall It was a reminder to all That life goes on, hope will defend The day that they announced the end I realized something on that night In the dark, we will find the light From our dark minds, light will descend The day that they announced the end

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MAA Memories I will forever be a part of MAA And it will be a part of me I won’t forget my time here, not in a million years I’ll remember the chill of Señora’s room The air freshener in Mrs. Harris’s The lockers that don’t lock, the lounge in Ms. Neu’s room Ms. Freih’s stress balls which were as numerous as the stars in the sky And Mrs. Byrne’s jars of ominous organs All of these things I will remember But there is something else that cannot be lost It is far more important than just the knowledge I gained I will never forget the atmosphere The welcoming, family like atmosphere The friendships, the memories Trips to the grotto with Spence This school has not only provided me with education But it has given me what no other school can give me It has given me love, and acceptance It has given me friends, and unforgettable memories That That is why I will forever be a part of MAA And it will be a part of me 37

Goodbye My time with you has come to an end And it kills me to turn away I must let go of you now But I will not forget All that you have done This is good-bye One last time This is It.

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Reason for Joy Blest be the girls who have come our way With presence to fill a room in body and in spirit, From Families who believe Catholic education comes with a cost of sacrifice.

Blest be the teachers I see every day, With talent and a wealth of stored energy to impact knowledge and skills From a store of energy unique to the high school classroom.

Blest be this place that has served so many for so long.

A building with charm and grace, Perfect for the learning that takes place On a sprawling campus that sounds of laughter and of peace.

Blest be the Sisters, most of all, the main reason for song with a ministry for teaching and Prayer.

Theirs has been the presence that has Blest this place.

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March 30, 2014 Sister Jude Marie Naiden, SSFCR

As we mark the closing of Mount Assisi Academy at the end of the 20132014 school year, the only sentiments that come to my mind are “thank you.”

I am grateful, first, to God for allowing me to be a part of Mt. Assisi Academy’s history since 1962. I am grateful to the six principals with whom I taught and who encouraged me to use my talents. My years of teaching Religion, Latin, English, French, Journalism, and Liturgical Choir were a challenge and a joy. Participation in extracurricular activities such as all school musicals, Pro-Life Club, Forensics and Debate teams filled out an already busy schedule. I have a special place in my heart for INVISION, our school literary magazine. In 1966-1967 some of my English students and I put out the first volume.

At MAA, we have has a strong curriculum, a visible Catholic identity, a diversified sports program, and a beautiful campus. However, I have always held that our young women are the treasure of Mt. Assisi Academy. I conclude my thoughts with gratitude for all of them. In my 46 years of teaching at MAA, I have loved each of them and I consider each one a gift from God. I pray that I have given as much to them as they have given to me.

For 63 years – Thank God! For 6,000 graduates – Thank God! For Mount Assisi Academy, a place of faith, love, knowledge, and friendship – Thank God!

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Once upon a time I walked the halls of MAA Worrying, wondering, waiting For life to begin just like every other MAA girl.

Would I be ready to face the next step?

In reverie I wrote a haiku. I was always writing Something, most of it tucked away in a folder For another time and place and event.

The folders defied time and aging and change, My writing reflecting the thoughts of a teenage Girl on the verge of tomorrow. The image is as Vivid today as the day I wrote the words.

Maybe they are words every MAA girl can contemplate: Nose-pressed against the Window of life, I tremble; The price in my grasp Sister Kathleen Vugrinovich, SSFCR World History Teacher 1964-2014

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How it all began…

June 2010-Cruising along Main Street on two, enjoying the beautiful breeze while my husband points to his right and asks, “Is that a high school?” I prop open my helmet and look at a sign that reads, “Mount Assisi Academy”. A bit baffled I reply, “I think so.” We arrive home in 8 minutes and begin discussing the high school we just encountered on our ride. I was intrigued. As I searched for the website I started to contemplate what it would be like to return to work. With two small children under 4 would I be able to manage teaching again? As I browsed the MAA website there was an immediate attraction to the beauty and vision of this school. So, I called to see if there were in fact any job vacancies…Fast forward 4 years.

Thank you. Gracias. Merci. Euxaristo.

From the bottom of my heart I thank my students. Each and every student that has walked through my door has left her mark. I have learned so much from my “morning children and I expect nothing but greatness from you. You have made me proud in many ways, but most of all for the women you will become. As we choose our future paths after MAA we must remember that we are all in this together, as one family. The bond we have created cannot be broken. I will always cherish all the wonderful moments we shared.

Keep in mind, “It is not in the stars to hold our destiny but in ourselves.”

-William Shakespeare By: Mrs. Marietta Harris Freshmen and Junior English Teacher Invision Moderator 2010-2014

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Sister Mary Francis Werner, SSFCR Principal 1983-2014 April 2014 “Lord, make me an instrument of your peace…” As we began each morning with this prayer it is my continued prayer that the students and graduates of Mount Assisi Academy will use each day to strive to be those instruments of peace in our world. It has been my privilege to encounter so many Mount Assisi students, faculty, staff, and families who seek to share and live the message of St. Francis through their concern for the poor and their investment in service to others. There would be no greater legacy for this institution than to mirror this teaching of St. Francis in imitation of the Gospel of Jesus.

For My Team We fought a good fight Until the final bell.

No regrets All will be well.

Bruised and battered still feel like a champ.

We gave our hearts and souls Got Frankenstein down a ramp.

The students are ready They are stronger.

Shame it couldn't last Just a bit longer.

Only time I'll pen a poem.

For a moment it was perfect--just like home.

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Dearest Students, Words cannot describe how Blessed I am to have each of you wonderful inspirational young women in my life. The moment I walked into Mount Assisi Academy I knew I was home. I knew that you remarkable young women will change my life forever. I want to tell you a little story…My first week at Mount Assisi Academy I found out that a really good friend of mine passed away suddenly and I was shocked. When I first heard the news I was sitting at my desk and I began to cry. A student walked in and apologized for interrupting and noticed that I have been crying, without hesitation she asked if I was okay and told me that whatever I was crying about “God was going to see me through it.”

From that moment I knew I was home. Every day since then I have had a smile on my face. Each and every one of you girls inspires me to push myself. You are the reason I strive to make a difference. You are the reason why I look forward to coming into work every day, you are the reason I call Mount Assisi Academy home.

I know that each of you is capable of great things. Never doubt yourselves, never say never and most importantly never settle. You all have the power to take over the world. Next year, some of you will be off to college; some of you will be at a new high school and yes, it’s scary but it can also be exciting. Your future is whatever you want it to be. Yes, there will be bumps in the road but that just makes you stronger and braver to take on the world! The friendships that you have made here will be a bond that you will have forever. No one can take that away from you. Don’t look at this as if it is the end, look at it as if it is the start of a new beginning. A beginning that has no ending just incredible experiences.

When you are feeling down and confused about what your future may bring stop and ask yourself, “What makes me tick?” When you can answer that you have started your pathway to taking control of your destiny.

This isn’t goodbye, this is farewell for now. I thank you all for making the last three years one of the best times of my life. I wish you all the best and I know that you will make me proud! Go out into the world and leave your imprint. I expect the words of the Apostle Luke will ring true: “From everyone who has been given much, much will be required.”

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A Final Note from the Editor: For three years I have had the honor to work with my Invision Staff and moderator, Mrs. Harris, to compile this student publication. Each year has been a delight to see my sisters on the Hill express themselves through their writing and artwork. However, it is with a saddened heart that I compiled this last volume of Invision – a bittersweet experience. It is heartwarming to know that I have been part of a legacy that has been at MAA for almost 50 years.

I have much confidence in all of members of the Mount Assisi family that they will stay strong and succeed in this upcoming chapter of their lives.

It is with great honor, pleasure, and gratitude that I sign off on this final volume of Invision.

Madeline Cahue Editor in Chief 2011-2014

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“Go Confidently in the Direction of Your Dreams.”

-Henry david Thoreau

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