Alumni Milestones

Milestones A look back at the classes 1965, 1970, 1975, 1980, 1985, 1990, 1995, 2000, 2005, 2010, and 2015!

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CLASS NEWS & NOTES

Raymond Lau ’96 and his wife Yolanda are raising two beautiful daughters in Shanghai.

Marie Trudelle ’10 created a powerpoint on the refraction and reflection of light and sound for Paul Trudelle’s science class. She has taught blind students for over 5 years and also works part time at “Lighthouse for the Blind.”

Amanda Smith (Priory MS grad 2015, now at Bowdoin) - spoke to Priory students of her love of astrophysics and encouraged the 7th graders to “get passionate” about their learning. Two girls and one boy began researching dark matter and energy on their own time after hearing Amanda’s talk. Anthony Shu ’16 worked on the front line as a Marketing Coordinator at Second Harvest Food Bank.

Alondra Manriquez ’18 advocated for social reform at a Jolt conference in Houston.

Sammie Sargent ‘18 is studying business marketing at the University of Hawai’i at Mānoa. She continues to stay involved in fitness and was asked to do a photo shoot for a gym in Honolulu called “The Jungle.”

Sammie Sargent ’18 is studying business marketing at the University of Hawai’i at Mānoa. She continues to stay involved in fitness and was asked to do a photo shoot for

a gym in Honolulu called “The Jungle.”

Cristina Rosario Perez ’19 surveys her new pool at Pace University. Cristina placed 12th in the Northeast-10 Conference Swimming Championships in the 200-freestyle.

Todd Turner is graduating with the class of 2020, but while he may be retiring from Priory as teacher and coach, we are thrilled to announce he will continue and expand his work with Priory’s Alumni Association as Alumni Liaison. Working with Alumni Programs Manager, Charles Stauss, Todd will play a big role in engaging alumni throughout the year, including on-campus reunions, alumni sporting events, and regional happy hour socials. You will also hear from him through Facebook and LinkedIn as we keep our alumni updated on Priory news. In his last month on campus, Todd leaves us with the following thought: Teaching at the Priory has been an incredible experience of which I am extremely thankful. I treasure our community and will never forget the relationships created over the last twenty-two years. I am graduating with the Class of 2020, however I am excited to stay involved with our school through my work with the Alumni Engagement Offi ce. Go Panthers! You’ll hear from Todd and the rest of us at the Alumni Association as we dive into another year of alumni events.

Kermit Holderman in the 1987 Priory yearbook.

In Memoriam: Kermit Holderman

Kermit Holderman, 73, taught English at Priory from 1984-1990 and was also the yearbook moderator. Paul Trudelle remembers “Kerm” as a neighbor who lived on campus with his wife Susan and their two sons Zack and Dane. “Many students loved him as a teacher and as a person. Some grew to become his adult friends,” Paul said. He was also an avid Priory sports fan and could be found cheering at the basketball, soccer, and baseball games.

Kermit had recently traveled to Portola Valley to help a friend with heart problems before he was stricken with Covid-19. After almost a month-long battle, Kermit died on March 31st in San Diego. Kermit’s wife Susan told Paul Trudelle, “If Kermit could give one bit of advice for all of us, it would be to NOT let down our guard regarding Covid-19.”