Advancement Updates

President’s Letter

Dear friends,

At the time of this writing, we find ourselves physically removed from the state of our world. Education, like many industries, has been forced to adapt. While we are uncertain what the cultural landscape will look like in the coming months, my confidence and comfort lie in this: McAuley’s history and heritage have time and again proven our mission unwavering, and our students and graduates resilient. I guess we could say that at McAuley, the more things change, the more they stay the same -- this has allowed us to endeavor for more than 170 years!

During this extraordinary time in our world, I along with other members of administration, reached out by phone to students to check-in on their eLearning, family and friends and let students know we all miss them. I was overwhelmed by the response from our future generation of leaders who remain positive, resilient, and enjoying a slower pace and family time. What great hope they give all of us at this unprecedented time.

These calls reaffirm our important role in providing an environment where girls nurture their confidence, expand their knowledge and they graduate prepared to use their gifts and talents as stewards for the greater good. We never cease in evaluating and implementing best practices that allow our young women to expand their skills, stretch their capabilities and highlight their strengths. This ideology allows McAuley women to not just be part of the conversation, but leading it; not only in the room where it happens, but at the head of the table.

One way we ensure our young women are at the forefront is through experiential learning opportunities. With the support of teachers, administration and our amazing network of alumnae, we are fortunate to have broad access to real-world content that enriches the learning environment. Several of these opportunities are highlighted in this issue of Inscape. I know you’ll be impressed and inspired, but not surprised, by the milestones our girls are reaching. You can trust that as obstacles and challenges arise in our community and world, that the next generation of McAuley women -- just like the previous ones -- will be ready, willing and leading the charge.

In Mercy,

Mary Acker Klingenbeger ‘75