The Regium, Summer 2023

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ROSARY ACADEMY

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Leadership Team

Dr. Shawna L. Pautsch Head of School

Mr. Sean Basford

Principal/Assistant Head of School

Mrs. Nicola Huerta ’94

Assistant Principal, Student Services

Dr. Richard Yoon

Assistant Principal, Academics

Tom Tice Jr.

Assistant Principal/Director of Athletics

Kristie Rueff O’Campo ’02

Executive Director of Advancement

Cléopâtre McCormick

Executive Director of Finance

Eileen Kearns ’78

Executive Director of Campus Ministry

Contents

INSIDE THIS ISSUE

MESSAGE FROM HEAD OF SCHOOL

LIVING OUT OUR CHARISM

FIND YOUR PASSION WITH PATHWAYS

FEATURED STUDENT ARTICLES

YEAR IN REVIEW

ALUMNAE UPDATES

Consultative School Board

Tara Campbell ’11

Councilwoman, City of Yorba Linda Chief of Staff, County of Orange

Rob Curry CEO

Alamitos Management

Parent: ’18, ’22

Frank A DiCrisi III

Owner Batched Financial Services, LLC Board Member, Laudato Si Action Platform & Laudato Si Challenge

Parent: ’22, ’26

Ray Dunne Board Chair Principal, Emeritus Santa Margarita Catholic High School

Jo Ann Eannareno, CSJ, MEd

Sisters of St. Joseph of Orange

Former principal of Rosary High School

Steffanie Early Vice President of Advancement

Cristo Rey Orange County Parent: ’21

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Scott A. Fishman, DDS

Diplomate, American Board of Pediatric Dentistry

Owner, Pediatric Dental Arts

Parent: ’18, ’21, ’24

Victoria L. Graf, PhD Professor

Loyola Marymount University School of Education

Rob Hoertz

Retired professional 40+ years in technology sales, business development and consulting services

Parent: ’99, ’04

Carrie Nocella ’95, JD

Head External Affairs Disneyland Resort

Parent: ’24

Richard S. Price II, JD

Attorney at Law

Parent: ’04, ’18

Vanessa Melgar Brundige ’97

Senior Marketing Account Representative

Petro-Diamond, Incorporated

Save-the-date

for Rosary’s 43rd annual Cracked

Crab

Dinner, dancing, and games!

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 30

Rosary’s lawn

History: This event began in 1979 by the Sisters of St. Joseph of Orange to bring the Rosary community together to break bread and have fun. This fun family-style feast is a beloved event that has transformed over the decades. Now, Cracked Crab raises funds for The Rosary Fund, our school’s annual giving program.

Rosary ACADEMY

CORE VALUES Faith

A community of believers, guided by the Blessed Mother and nourished by the Eucharist connecting us to God enabling us to live out the gospel

Community

With the Holy Family and student families as models, Royals learn to appreciate and nurture human interconnectedness on a local, regional, and global level.

Service

A call to be the hands and feet of Christ, and to give of our self fully to others

Sisterhood

A lifelong bond is formed between young women allowing them to grow as sisters in Christ who respect and nurture each other’s differences, values, accomplishments, and personalities.

MISSION STATEMENT

As a college preparatory diocesan Catholic high school, Rosary Academy empowers the mind, body, and spirit of each young woman in a transformative educational experience. Guided by the Blessed Mother, Rosary Academy embraces and challenges its students with an innovative instructional curriculum to achieve academic success and ignite the call to serve the dear neighbor without distinction.

CHARISM

Serve the dear neighbor without distinction

CHARISM PRAYER

Gracious and loving Father, we thank you for the blessing of our Rosary community and the gift of sisterhood.

Empower us to courageously live out the Gospel values, to be the hands and feet of Christ, in service to the dear neighbor, without distinction.

May our blessed Mother Mary continually inspire us to be young women of faith, echoing her yes to God’s will.

Amen. Our Lady of the Rosary, pray for us.

Message FROM THE HEAD OF SCHOOL

Dear Rosary community,

What a magnificent year! Reflecting on the 2022-2023 school year, I find myself full of great happiness. The ebb and flow of normalcy returned to campus. The energy and enthusiasm were palpable throughout the year. Faculty, staff, and students alike were hopeful, joyful, and mindful. Thank you for journeying with us. I am most grateful to each of you for all you do to help Rosary thrive and live out our charism and core values.

Our mission is to empower the mind, body, and spirit of each young woman with the Blessed Mother as our guide.

I marvel every year at all that our students learn and accomplish. Our students motivate me to be better and to ensure that a Catholic high school for young women continues to be relevant in our ever-changing world. As I reflect on the last six years as the head of school, I marvel at all that we have accomplished.

• Steady growth in enrollment from 368 to 445

• Increase in fundraising dollars

• Creation of our first strategic plan

• Renovation of classrooms due to the generosity of Shea Family Charities and our families

• Development of our core values and charism prayer

• Addition of nurses, an academic counselor, and director of social and emotional learning

• Addition of beach volleyball, wrestling, & flag football

• CIF-SS championships in Cheer, Softball, & Water Polo as well as many playoff berths

• State CIF Championship in Basketball

• State Regional Championship in Basketball

• USA National Spirit & Dance Team Championship

• Robotics compete in World Championship

• Joined the CSJ Educational Network

• New Window coverings and doors to accentuate our chapel

• Creation and launch of our PATHWAYS program

• Reorganization of our leadership structure

• Completion of WCEA accreditation in 2018 and the work on the next accreditation for 2024

It is a wonderful list. However, it is important to note that nothing on this list was possible without the incredible Rosary faculty, staff, and YOU - Rosary parents, alumnae, parents of alumnae, and friends who continue to support Rosary Academy.

As I look to 2023-2024, I am confident it will be a year full of great promise. The faculty and staff will continue to guide our young women in their faith and intellectual development as we will continue to live our mission to transform and empower the mind, body, and spirit of each student.

Thank you for your continued partnership.

Yours in Christ,

Shawna L. Pautsch, Ed.D.

Celebrating THE CLASS OF 2023

111 graduates college attendance

100% Accepted to 179 colleges and universities

$13 million in academic and athletic scholarships

CO-VALEDICTORIANS

Emma Fredman

Johns Hopkins University

Major: Biophysics

Minor: Space Sciences and Engineering

Mary Larson

University of Notre Dame

Major: Liberal Studies

Minor: Spanish

SALUTATORIAN

Charlotte Jordan

Claremont McKenna College

Major: History and International Relations

ROYALETTE AWARD

Bridgette Sanders Syracuse University

Major: Musical Theatre

The Royalette Award is the highest honor the Rosary community can bestow upon a graduating senior. Selection is made by the members of the senior class, the faculty, and administration.

This award is given to the senior who best exemplifies the spirit and character of Rosary in the tradition of Mary our patroness; therefore, this individual exhibits an active faith in Jesus Christ by reaching out to others. She gives unselfishly of herself to our community here at Rosary as well as to the greater community. She is a young woman of high moral standards who provides leadership and example to help other students realize the goals which we have set for ourselves at Rosary.

GENERAL EXCELLENCE AWARD

Giselle Tolentino

University of California, Irvine

Major: Biology

The General Excellence Award is conferred by the faculty upon the senior who has the highest all-around academic achievement. It is a highly significant honor because this student has not just specialized in one subject area, but has achieved excellence in all areas of study.

“My experience at Rosary consisted of so many opportunities to learn and flourish. The most valuable thing I learned from one of my teachers was to never be afraid to ask for help: knowing you have a support system -- and taking advantage of that -- has helped me become a successful student. This award is a testament to all of my hard work: the many late nights studying for tests, the endless questions and numerous office hours spent with all of my teachers, and the determination to take anything thrown at me that seemed challenging -- and excel.”

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OUR CLASS OF 2023 GRADUATES WERE GRANTED ADMISSION TO THE FOLLOWING COLLEGES AND UNIVERSITIES.

INSTITUTIONS IN BOLD ARE WHERE OUR ROYALS HAVE COMMITTED FOR FALL 2023.

Agnes Scott College

Allegheny College

Arizona State University

Auburn University

Austin College

Azusa Pacific University

Ball State University

Bard College

Baylor University

Biola University

Boise State University

Boston College

Brandeis University

Cal Poly, Humboldt

Cal Poly, Pomona

Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo

California Baptist University

California Lutheran University

California State University

Maritime Academy

California State University, Bakersfield

California State University, Channel Islands

California State University, Chico

California State University,

Dominguez Hills

California State University, Fresno

California State University, Fullerton

California State University, Long Beach

California State University, Los Angeles

California State University, Monterey Bay

California State University, Northridge

California State University, San Bernardino

California State University, San Marcos

Case Western Reserve University

Cerritos College

Chapman University

Chicago State University

Claremont McKenna College

Colorado State University

Concordia University

Cornell College

Creighton University

Cypress College

Dallas Christian College

DePaul University

Dominican University of California

East Los Angeles College

Emerson College

Fairfield University

Fashion Institute of Technology

FIDM-Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising

Fordham University

Fresno Pacific University

Fullerton College

George Fox University

Georgia Institute of Technology

Gonzaga University

Grand Canyon University

Hawaii Pacific University

High Point University

Holy Cross College

Houghton College

Irvine Valley College

Johns Hopkins University

Johnson University

Kansas State University

Kean University

Lewis & Clark College

Louisiana State University

Loyola Marymount University

Loyola University Chicago

Loyola University New Orleans

Malone University

Manhattan College

Manhattanville College

Marymount Manhattan College

Merrimack College

Metropolitan State University of Denver

Michigan State University

Missouri State University

Montana State University

Mount Saint Mary’s University

Mt. San Antonio College

Nazareth College

New York University

Northern Arizona University

Occidental College

Ohio State University

Oklahoma City University

Orange Coast College

Oregon State University

Otis College of Art and Design

Pace University

Pennsylvania State University

Pepperdine University

Pitzer College

Point Loma Nazarene University

Point Park University

Pomona College

Portland State University

Purdue University

Reed College

Regis University

Rutgers University

Saint Louis University

Saint Mary’s College of California

San Diego State University

San Francisco State University

San Jose State University

Santa Clara University

Santiago Canyon College

Sarah Lawrence College

Scripps College

Seattle Pacific University

Seattle University

Seton Hall University

Simpson University

Skidmore College

Smith College

Southern Methodist University

St Bonaventure University

St. John’s University-New York

Suffolk University

SUNY Cortland

Syracuse University

Texas A & M University

Texas Christian University

Texas Tech University

Catholic University of America

George Washington University

The New School

University of Alabama

University of Texas at Dallas

University of Arizona

University of California, Santa Cruz

University of California, Berkeley

University of California, Davis

University of California, Irvine

University of California, Los Angeles

University of California, Merced

University of California, Riverside

University of California, San Diego

University of California, Santa Barbara

University of Central Florida

University of Colorado Boulder

University of Colorado

Colorado Springs

University of Dallas

University of Denver

University of Hawaii at Manoa

University of Houston

University of Kentucky

University of La Verne

University of Memphis

University of Mississippi

University of Nebraska, Lincoln

University of Northern Colorado

University of Notre Dame

University of Oklahoma

University of Oregon

University of Portland

University of Puget Sound

University of San Diego

University of San Francisco

University of Southern California

University of St. Thomas

University of the Pacific

University of Utah

University of Washington

University of Wisconsin-Madison

Utah State University

Vanguard University of

Southern California

Villanova University

Wagner College

Washington & Jefferson College

Washington State University

Webster University

Wentworth Institute of Technology

Western Oregon University

Westmont College

Wheaton College

Whittier College

William Jessup University

Woodbury University

Xavier University

Xavier University of Louisiana

Living out OUR CHARISM

The parents are the first teachers of faith for the young women of Rosary Academy, and the faculty and staff use that foundation to instill and provide an environment where a young person’s faith will develop and thrive.

In 2018, Rosary established the charism to serve the dear neighbor without distinction , which is in honor to the school’s first administrators – the Sisters of St. Joseph of Orange. The campus ministry team has worked extremely hard to provide a nourishing environment for our young women to grow in their faith. All of our class level retreats have been intentionally designed to offer opportunities to build faith by encountering Christ through the Eucharist in Mass as well as in Adoration.

We offer multiple talks each retreat to challenge our young women to reflect on their lives and their relationships with Christ. We strive to help our young women live out our core values of faith and community by offering small faith activities that enable our young women an avenue to share about their

faith journeys in a small group experience and to bond together as sisters in Christ. We also fully understand the power of sisterhood and offer fun bonding activities throughout the day to build community and sisterhood, which are two of our core values.

Our Kairos program, an optional senior-level retreat, offers a powerful experience to encounter Christ in a very personal and intimate way. The small faith community enables the young women to share their journeys in a safe and supportive way, enabling them to gain perspective, wisdom, hope, and guidance within their community – many of our young women grow and blossom profoundly during the Kairos experience.

Rosary’s service outreach program has developed greatly over the past two years. We have 100% participation and strive to have our young women live out our Gospel Values and our school charism. The freshman and sophomore classes worked together to provide a special event for Higher Ground and Rising Against Disabilities (RAD)/Down Syndrome Association

of OC (DSAOC). Our sophomores hosted a Winter Formal for RAD & DSAOC and our freshmen worked with Higher Ground on two health fair carnivals. We have also led school-wide food drives in November and family adoption programs for Crittenton Services at Christmas. We host a sock drive in the winter for the homeless along with a coat and canned food drive in late February for the less fortunate. We encourage the entire Rosary Academy community to participate in all of our service outreach programs.

We have also developed opportunities for our parents by offering various ways to enhance their faith development. We offer two-day-long retreats for our moms and their daughters, in the fall and spring. We offer a Lenten series (5 weeks) to our parents and alumnae to enable them to develop and grow in their faith. As we continue to develop programming, we hope to add an Advent evening of reflection for our parents to help them to pause during a very busy season to encounter Emmanuel

By: Eileen Kearns ’78

into their hearts. In striving to constantly enhance our faith formation and campus ministry programs, the first school prayer was created this school year:

Gracious and loving Father, we thank you for the blessing of our Rosary community and the gift of sisterhood.

Empower us to courageously live out the Gospel values, to be the hands and feet of Christ, in service to the dear neighbor, without distinction.

May our blessed Mother Mary continually inspire us to be young women of faith, echoing her yes to God’s will.

Amen. Our Lady of the Rosary, pray for us.

Campus ministry packing the truck for the Crittenton Christmas project.

Ava Dominguez ‘23 with her sister, Bella, at the Winter Formal for RAD & DSAOC.

Campus ministry students volunteering at St. Jude’s 2023 Neighbors Helping Neighbors.

Find Your Passion WITH PATHWAYS

In 2017, Rosary launched its first Pathway, STREAM (Science, Technology, Religion, Engineering, Arts, and Math). The purpose of the STREAM Pathway was to offer a program to students exploring college majors and careers in STEM while also incorporating Rosary’s Catholic faith. If a student was accepted, then elective courses would align with the subject area, such as computer science, sports medicine, and engineering. Additionally, enrolling in the program guaranteed each student the opportunity for internships or shadowing opportunities in the specific field. At the end of the program, each student presents to a panel of faculty and staff members on their overall experience, how the pathway will be incorporated in college and beyond, and feedback on their time at Rosary.

Dr. Richard Yoon, assistant principal of academics, shares “As part of the transformative educational experience, Pathways students explore their respective interests while having real world experiences. They have the opportunity to exercise ethical judgement and embody our charism to serve the dear neighbor without distinction at the root of social justice.”

Nicky Angle ‘19 was in the first class to complete the STREAM Pathway. Nicky

shared, “The STREAM program helped me prepare for college because it taught me to take initiative in my STEM-based learning and provided the opportunity to take programming classes that prepared me for college.” Nicky completed a B.S. in Computer Science at Cal State University, Fullerton.

Marie Medlen ‘20 was in the second STREAM cohort and is entering her final year in a traditional nursing program. The STREAM program allowed Marie to volunteer at a local hospital and see how medical professionals work together with the patients to improve their health.

After running STREAM for 3 years, there was a need to expand the pathways. At the start of the 2022 school year, Rosary separated STEM and now offers the following areas: computer science, engineering, medical, sports medicine, law, and performing arts. Dr. Yoon continues to expand the program because he believes, “A Pathway student will receive an educational structure that includes a rigorous academic course of study, authentic contextual learning experiences, supportive mentors and advisors, and personalized counseling services to prepare her for college and career.”

Students meeting with Mrs. Kristin Crowley, academic and college counselor, to create pathways course plan.

By: Kristie Rueff O’Campo ’02

As the college admissions process continues to change, the Pathways program is an opportunity for students to build the skills, knowledge, and qualifications they need to enter a competitive college or university. Completing specialized programs, like Pathways, combined with experience in a field give Rosary students an edge.

Annabella Barretto ’23 is heading to the University of California, San Diego, on an athletic and academic scholarship. She completed the Sports Medicine Pathway during her time at Rosary and shares, “[The sports medicine pathway] helped me improve my communication skills, gave me the ability to work quickly in an urgent situation, and provided hands-on learning with injuries in real-time.” Annabella plans to double major in human biology and liberal arts, and attests that the Sports Medicine Pathway “gave her confidence to continue [her] athletic training journey in college, as well as real-world experience I plan to use in my career.”

Dr. Shawna Pautsch, head of school, is excited to see the Pathways program grow. She shares, “Rosary’s Pathways Program is intended to support young women who want to dive deeper into various fields of study and career paths, and it offers opportunities for students to engage hands-on with curriculum through problem-based thinking.”

Dr. Pautsch is excited to see the program grow and add performing arts, leadership, and humanities, which will continue to inspire Rosary students to see themselves as leaders, innovators, and changemakers.

If you are interested in learning more about Rosary’s Pathways or partnering with us to provide an internship, please contact Dr.

Rosary’s Pathways Program is intended to support young women who want to dive deeper into various fields of study and career paths, and it offers opportunities for students to engage hands-on with curriculum through problem-based thinking.

Visiting Nisco Orthodontics owned by Dr. Philip Nisco, father to alumnae Julie ‘07, Marie ‘13 and Noelle ‘15.

Student Articles

THE BIBLE: A REFLECTION

By: Anna Jordan ’23

I’ve always loved to read and write. Endless hours of my childhood were dedicated to consuming any book I could get my hands on like milk to keep my bones strong or typing up six-page stories that I’d print out and staple together, eager to show to my family. Religion, however, was conversely not a large part of my life until I attended Rosary Academy.

As a freshman, I was absolutely and utterly terrified. I was in a new place experiencing things I’d never had to do before: uniforms, honors classes, Mass and its own special uniform… I couldn’t keep up! I clung to books like lifesavers for even a brief moment of normalcy and continuity, and yet I found that exact solace somewhere I’d never even conceived: my freshman religion class with Ms. Rosales. My knowledge of the Bible was vague, my understanding of its timeline nonexistent. What some girls had been learning for their whole lives, I was being introduced to as a new saga that would domineer my thoughts and stimulate my love for literature. I began to see the Bible as not only the Word of God but also as a good read.

kingdom. All of a sudden, everything made sense to me. Not only was the Bible a story, but it was also an eventful one at that! There was endless drama, deception, redemption, romance – whether it was in Abraham’s marital status, the story Cain and Abel, or in Solomon’s redemption – there was something for everyone. There was weight in every word of the Bible.

Throughout my four years of Catholic education at Rosary, a sense of wonder regarding the literary nature of the Bible has not left me. I will always be grateful I attended a school that teaches the Bible as the Word of God and as a riveting, layered story of redemption and sacrifice.

I could see literary genius in the ways that not a single word of any biblical book wasted its meaning in foreshadowing Jesus. I could see the progression of our faith as it migrated and fluctuated like a living, breathing entity, and the way it exploded like a blown dandelion after the final covenant clicked into place with the Church on its way to forming its universal ties all over the world. I could finally see that thousands of years led up to a single oath between man and God as the climax of a generations-long epic came to a close, ready to make way for a new series in the story of Creation.

As a lifelong reader, literary analysis had always been as natural to me as breathing. I saw symbols and literary devices within the spaces between the words as if they were the very punctuation marks themselves, and as Ms. Rosales taught us more and more about salvation history, I couldn’t get enough. My favorites were the covenants’ progressions and their consistent foreshadowing of Jesus’ future arrival. I’d never seen connections in the stories I’d heard in church, only thinking of them as one straight line or pure cause and effect. During class, however, I began to see the hints of Jesus in Adam’s job as a shepherd of God, in Abraham’s fatherly eyes over his great nation, and in David’s eternal

Throughout my four years of Catholic education at Rosary, a sense of wonder regarding the literary nature of the Bible has not left me. I will always be grateful I attended a school that teaches the Bible as the Word of God and as a riveting, layered story of redemption and sacrifice.

Anna Jordan was the Assistant Editorin-Chief of Rosary Academy’s school newspaper, The Royal Reporter, for the 2022-2023 school year. Anna is heading to the University of Southern California in the fall. Article published in OC Catholic.

KEEPING THE FAITH

By: Caela Cabal ’23

When asked who they’ve learned the most from, typically my peers answer “parents” or “teachers.” While both responses are acceptable (and logical), my answer isn’t quite the same. I absolutely value all that my parents and teachers have taught me over the years; however, the most important lessons I have learned come from my faith, a gift that has shaped me into the person I am.

First and foremost, my faith has taught me how to love. Love is essential to what it means to be Catholic; God knows how to love because He was the very first to do so. His love projects perfection into a world that is imperfect, as if sprouting a field of flowers on barren soil. My faith not only causes me to grow in my love for God, but also in my love for myself and others. It brings me a sense of community and of companionship, gifting me with many different relationships forged on its foundation.

In turn, I have learned how to be compassionate, manifesting

God’s love in my community and beyond. Compassion enables us to lift up our neighbors and walk alongside them, just as our faith calls us to do. It strengthens our ties to one another and reaffirms our duty to spread kindness into the world.

Second, my faith has helped me understand the ability to trust comes with learning how to love. Trusting a person is no easy task, especially when that person is not physically present. God having a plan for everyone was a difficult concept for 5-year-old me to understand. I often found myself questioning parts of my life, and the answer to “Trust in God’s plan” didn’t always suffice. But I’ve grown to see that God has always led me over every bridge I’ve crossed—all I needed to do was hold onto my faith. This trust is what allows me to believe, and I believe in the good of others, and I believe in the importance of finding light in even the toughest of situations. I love God enough that I can take each day as it comes because I trust in Him to do what is best for me.

Third, my faith shows me that hope is simply trust in a desirable outcome. Hope provides the motivation and means to be committed to a goal and to persevere when faced with obstacles. Our lives test us daily, but our belief in God is how we can continue moving forward. My faith shows me what hope looks like. It is believing that no matter what life may throw at us, love and goodness will always prevail. Having hope demonstrates our confidence in God, letting us stand firm in the face of adversity. Hope embodies the idea of having faith in what may seem to be impossible and trusting that the future will bring what is right for us.

Being raised in the Catholic faith has taught me how to live a life of integrity and benevolence by exemplifying Christ. Growing up rooted in faith has given me a strong foundation to build my life upon.

When I feel lost and struggle to find my way, I know I can always look to my faith to lead me towards what is right.

I know I am a part of something bigger than just myself and recognizing that I can find peace and guidance through God comforts and inspires me. My Catholic education at Rosary has only deepened my faith, allowing me to be the light for those I encounter in and out of school.

Caela Cabal ’23 was a staff writer of Rosary Academy’s school newspaper, The Royal Reporter, for the 2022-2023 school year. Caela is heading to the University of San Diego in the fall. Article published in OC Catholic

MY HEART’S FULLEST IN ROOM 208

By: Daniela Arias ’23

After three years of serving on the Royal Reporter, the time has come. It’s time to say goodbye to the newspaper I’ve written on for what seems like my entire time at Rosary, and let me just tell you, it’s not easy.

For a long time in high school, I felt a little bit lost. I didn’t have a “thing,” and it seemed to me that all my brilliant classmates already came into Rosary having an established “thing.” Some had a flair for theatre, others were star athletes, and some were just astronomically smart. But, what was I? That was something I found myself questioning often. What was I, and how would I find a way to make myself stand out in a sea full of talented girls?

Obviously, I found that answer written in bold while picking my elective for my sophomore year. I had dabbled in broadcast journalism in middle school, but I had never really had experience in print journalism. Nonetheless, I pushed my fear of the unknown and my doubts aside, and I decided to try journalism—hoping that it could potentially be my “thing.”

Fast forward three years later, not only is it my thing, but it’s also my college major! It’s the major that got me into the school that I’ll be dedicating four years of my life to.

The Royal Reporter didn’t just give me an idea of what I wanted to do in the future; it gave me my identity and an idea of what I want my purpose in life to be. The staff writer to Editor-in-Chief pipeline is not for the weak, but it forces you to grow.

Being editor-in-chief, I’ve grown my compassion, firmness, communication skills, and I’ve learned how to become a leader

who leads on the foundations of kindness and understanding. I don’t think I realized how much I enjoyed helping others learn and grow until I became Editor-in-Chief. It showed me that although I’m still learning and developing in writing and even as a person, I can still serve as a mentor to others.

Being on the Royal Reporter, I also came to embrace chaos and hecticness. I know, I know, who likes chaos? But, for me, nothing can top the adrenaline pumping through my veins as I edit five articles in one sitting. I thrive off of being busy. Because—though I may not like to admit it—when I feel busy, I feel like I have a purpose.

I can’t write this article without including a few thank you’s… So, thank you, Ms. Barclay.

Thank you from the bottom of my heart for trusting me as Editor-in-Chief and trusting my judgment when it comes to all things journalism. You helped me find what makes me happy and gave me an idea of what I would like to pursue. That is something that I feel not even a million thank you’s could express my gratitude for.

Thank you to all my fellow writers on the Royal Reporter. I’m a firm believer that you can’t be a leader if there’s no one allowing/seeking for you to lead, but you all made it easy. Your creativity and innovation when it comes to articles leave me in awe each week, and I’ll miss the refreshingly hilarious commentary coming from the left side of the classroom and all the gossip from the right.

Daniela Arias ’23 was Editor-in-Chief at Rosary Academy’s school newspaper, The Royal Reporter, for the 20222023 school year. Daniela is heading to Loyola Marymount University on a scholarship for journalism. Article published on The Royal Reporter.

Year IN REVIEW

ATHLETICS HIGHLIGHTS

Triathlon team won the USA Triathlon CA State Championship at the Orange County Triathlon OC Triseries

Rosary launches first flag football team and wins first game in flag football tournament at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood.

Rosary founds first-ever wrestling team and brings back beach volleyball.

Track and field became league champions for the first time in over 20 years

CIF ACHIEVEMENTS

WINTER SPORTS

Basketball Trinity League Champions 2022

Water Polo CIF Southern Section Division 5 Runner-Up 2023

Cheer CIF Southern Regional Champions, Game-Day Non-Tumbling 2022

Cheer CIF Southern Section Division 4A Runner-Up 2023

SPRING SPORTS

Track & Field Trinity League Champions 2023 (first since 1999)

Track & Field CIF Southern Section Division 4 Third Place

Lacrosse CIF Southern Section Division 3 Quarterfinalists 2022 (best finish ever)

COLLEGE BOUND

These Royal athletes from the class of 2023 will be playing at the collegiate level:

Ava Acuña – lacrosse – Dominican University of New York

Jada Alexis – dance – University of San Diego

Bella Barretto – soccer – University of California, San Diego

Ava Dominguez – basketball – Concordia University

Irvine

Taylor Gomez – track & field – Cal State San Marcos

Victoria Gomez – dance - Vanguard University

Layla Langrell – stunt – Cal Baptist

Frankie McGuire – soccer – Boise State

Anahi Pintado – softball – Cal State Dominguez Hills

Natalie Romero – softball – Metropolitan State University of Denver

Danica Silvestri – softball – Fairfield University

Emma Vasquez – dance – University of San Diego

Sarah Ybarra – volleyball – Cal Poly Pomona

CLUB ACCOMPLISHMENTS

Cheer National Champions 2022

CheerPros State Runner-Up 2023

Triathlon State Champs 2023

Around Campus

• Student body completed over 5,000 service hours

• Royals attended the 30th Model United Nations Conference with over 1,200 students from more than 35 high schools at Tustin High School. Congratulations to the three award winners, Tahlia Jain (Research), Megan Martinez (UNDP Commendation), and Sabrina Piazza (ECOSOC Commendation), at their first Model United Nations Competition

• Campus ministry hosted a Christmas project for Crittenton and sponsored 100 Angel Tree gifts, 11 full families, 7 necessity baskets, and 6 bicycles

• Decathlon team earned 19 individual awards – Emma Fredman ’23 earned 3rd place in Math; Sophia Harvey ’23 earned 2nd place in Essay, 3rd place in Interview, 5th place in Literature, and 3rd place in Math; Mia Kennedy ’24 earned 4th place in Math; Althea Arazo ’24 earned 2nd place in Essay, 4th place in Math, 5th place in Music, and 2nd place in Speech; Joy Harfouche ’23 earned 5th place in Art; Madison Hayward ’23 earned 5th place in Art, 5th place in Interview, 2nd place in Literature, and 5th place in Math; Matilda Geronimo ’24 earned 5th place in Math; Molly Muse ’23 earned 1st place in Interview, 4th place in Literature, and 5th place in Math

• Melanie Kamel ’24 was named Rosary’s Girls State Delegate by the American Legion Auxiliary Committee

• Red & Gold revamped their auction baskets to an opportunity drawing donated by Cathie Lentz Fryer ’76 and CTA Travel. The drawing raised over $24,000 for the Trudy Mazzarella Tuition Assistance Fund

RED TEAM WINS!

Melanie Kamel

• Royal Rebel Robotics team 8898 had two wins and were ranked 33 out of 38 teams at the FRC LA Regional – great accomplishment as the only all-girls team and for competing in only their second year

• Rosary’s Mock Trial team made it to the final 8 teams in Orange County. At the awards ceremony, Mia Paquette ’26 was recognized for attorney of the year and the team received the Team Civility Award Mock Trial students

• Nahomi Vallejo-Saito ’25 received Honorable Mention Award for Best in Photography from the Congressional Art Contest! This nationwide high school visual art competition recognizes and encourages artistic talent. Students submit entries to their representative’s office, and panels of district artists select the winning entries!

• Trinitas Arts Conservatory received 15 John Raitt Awards for Youth nominations for their production of Rodgers and Hammerstein’s Cinderella. The production received 6 awards:

Cali Gomez ’23 stage manager of the year; Gigi Coo ’24 comedienne of the year; Bridgette Sanders ’23 supporting actor in a female role; show-stopping moment for the transformation and flight to the castle; Mr. Brian Rodriguez music director of the year; Mr. Michael Betts director of the year.

JOHN RAITT NOMINEES

Makayla Palos Rodriguez ’24 – lead actor in a female comedic role as Ella

Cali Gomez ’23 – stage manager of the year

Bridgette Sanders ’23 – supporting actor in a female role as Marie

Lexi Cross ‘23 - choreographer of the year

Gigi Coo ’24 – comedienne of the year as Charlotte

Giselle Gomez ’26 – outstanding ensemble member

Samantha Guerrero ’23 – featured actor in a male role as Lord Pinkleton

Musical comedy of the year

Stage crew and tech of the year

Ensemble of the year

Alumnae RELATIONS

Being a part of the Rosary sisterhood helped us survive and thrive during the most formative years as a teenager. Whether we needed a hug, high-five, or shoulder to cry on, the women we walked the halls with made us the women we are today – confident, passionate, and eager to make a difference. Thank you to the Rosary alumnae who are getting involved and giving back. It is with your continued support that Rosary continues to stand strong as the only all-girls school in Orange County and offer a safe space for young women to find their voice, deepen their faith, and discover their strengths.

To ensure Rosary is thriving for decades to come, it will take every alumna to be engaged and actively involved. New events, like the alumnae cycling class and wine socials, are being added to the calendar. We offer Speak to Inspire and Sophomore Professional Development to engage and mentor current students. And, we are launching Moms & Littles for Rosary alumnae with younger children. Activities will be hosted throughout the year on campus, so you can connect with other Rosary moms for support and encouragement while reminiscing on past teachers, Red & Gold memories, and the famous breakfast burritos.

Hope to see you soon!

Nikki (Wilson) Pontius ’03. Alumnae Relations Manager

REUNIONS

The Class of 1972 coordinated a weekend-long reunion to celebrate their 50th! They kicked-off the weekend with a reception at Rosary and campus tour from student ambassadors. Thank you to the Class of 1972 for raising money to purchase a class paver and to support both the junior and sophomore class retreats in the coming 2023-2024 school year.

The Class of 2002 wanted a tri-school “homecoming” style reunion. There was dinner, dancing, and fun on Servite’s campus. Thank you to the Class of 2002 for raising money to support lunch for the entire student body and keeping the Rosary sisterhood alive.

Tiffany Roberts

Vice President; FMB Foundation Director

Farmers & Merchant Bank

SPEAK TO INSPIRE

Offered each semester and open to all students on late starts, Speak to Inspire invites Rosary alumnae and friends of Rosary to share how their journey led them to find personal and professional success. Royals have the opportunity to learn about different career paths and connect with inspiring women.

Thank you to this year’s panelists!

Debra Patriquin ’90

Wealth Management Advisor

Senior Vice President – Wealth Management

Portfolio Manager

The Patriquin Group

Merrill Lynch, Pierce, Fenner and Smith Inc.

CONTINUING THE LEGACY | CLASS

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Madison Lynn Laughlin – daughter of Diana (Emens) Laughlin ’85

Alexandra Michelle Bohn – daughter of Jenny (Sanders) Bohn ’95

Amber Lizardi – daughter of Veronica (Alaniz) Lizardi ’94

Francesca Nicole McGuire – daughter of Gina (Franceschi) McGuire ’88

Isabela Obdulia Gutierrez – daughter of Cynthia (Robbins) Gutierrez ’87

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Sabrina Isabella Piazza – daughter of Chiarina (Pineda) Piazza ’90

Faith Angelica Luzano Arcebal –daughter of Eileen (Manolo) Arcebal ’92

Kathleen Ann Martinez – daughter of Colleen (Riffel) Martinez ’82

Justine Michelle Avalos – daughter of Joanne (Hecht) M. Avalos ’91

Brittney Pinzon ’18

United States Merchant Marine Academy

OF 2023

ALUMNAE UPDATES

Cheryl Wilson ’72 has her own company, CMW Designs, which specializes in making custom items out of vinyl, leather, and cork. During the Class of ’72 reunion, Cheryl donated some of her items to the raffle and they were a class favorite. You can support Cheryl and inquire about her custom made handbags, wallets, clutches, backpacks and more by emailing c0910w@gmail.com

Jeanine Emens Fuller ’80 is the Owner and Chef of a custom catering company called Rock the Boat Spice Co. They create amazing events that reflect you, not the catering company. corporate events, family celebrations, grilling at the venue call for a Rosary exclusive complientary culinary consultation. (Assisting with planning, preparation, and execution of your next event) 714-951-1777 rocktheboatspiceco.com

Denise Allen ’82 recently achieved the Wine & Spirit Education Trust Level 2, and is now considered a sommelier. She is currently working at Alit Wines in Dundee, Oregon.

Veronica Bonales ’85 moved to Florida after living in Northern California for 10 years. She continues to work as an Emergency Medicine physician at several local hospitals. Veronica and her husband are

enjoying living near multiple cruise ports, and take full advantage of them for travel. Recently, they got together with fellow alumna Nicole Cosand Bircham ’85 and her husband for a wonderful Caribbean cruise escape.

Karla Ortiz ’01 , former VP of Marketing and Label Services for Vydia and digital marketing executive at Universal Music Group, founded Monark Entertainment in 2020 during the pandemic. With decades of industry experience, Karla has been at the forefront providing high-level strategy, creative direction, and an overall understanding of online streaming and digital marketing.

USA Water Polo has named Jenn McCall ’03 as one of their 2023 World Aquatics (formerly FINA) referees. Jenn is one of ten referees selected to the 2023 World Aquatics list representing USA Water Polo.

Megan McCarthy

Whiteside ’03 opened her own law firm, Whiteside Legal, PLLC in Washington, DC. She specializes in representing people injured as a result of nursing home abuse and neglect. The firm also supports women’s initiatives in the legal profession. Megan speaks nationally on trial advocacy techniques, legal ethics, nursing home abuse and neglect, and on topics designed to uplift other women litigators and lawyer moms. In her free time, Megan loves spending time with her husband and three (soon to be four!)

kids. She is expecting their fourth baby in October. Life is certainly never dull!

Starting out as a non-paid intern thirteen years ago, Monique (Rodriguez)

Reaves ’04 has been promoted to Chief Revenue Officer at the Rose Bowl Stadium. Monique is grateful for this opportunity and proud to represent the Latin community at the executive level for women in sports and entertainment. As Monique says, “Take chances and bet on yourself every time!”

Congratulations to Jacqueline Sarkissian ’07 for making her dreams come true by being on air with KTLA 5 News! She began in LA, went to Texas, then down to San Diego, and finally back to LA. We can’t wait to see where your career takes you next.

Frances Cacho ’08 is a current doctoral candidate in Sports Psychology at Florida State University and a mental performance coach. She joined our students on Zoom earlier in the year as one of our speakers during the first Wellness Wednesday of 2023. Frances discussed how to improve your mental skills and ways to overcome mental barriers that keep students from performing their best academically, athletically, and in life.

The Huntington Library recently awarded Isabela Morales ’08 their 2023 Shapiro Book

Prize for her book on American history and culture, Happy Dreams of Liberty: An American Family in Slavery and Freedom. The biennial award celebrates outstanding historical research and scholarship. Recent alumna Anna Jordan ’23 wrote an article for the Royal Reporter about Isabela and her recent award.

Tara Campbell ’11 is the current mayor pro tem for Yorba Linda, Tara was recently recognized as one of “OC Register’s 10 women who paved the way in OC politics.” Tara also currently serves on Rosary’s Consultative School Board.

Currently Emma Tice ’13 is living in Glasgow, Scotland, writing her dissertation for the University of Glasgow to complete a MSc in Art History with a focus on collecting & provenance in an international context. She will defend her dissertation at the end of August followed by graduation in December. Post graduation plans include living and working in her field of expertise in Europe.

After completing a Fulbright Fellowship in Language Teaching through the U.S. Department of State, Valerie Edwards ’13 now lives and works in Mexico City, Mexico where she teaches high school English at The American School Foundation.

Brianna Vasquez

’15 is heading back to the PNW to be part of the KING 5 Media Group as

a morning producer. We are excited for Brianna and her new adventure.

Maddie Pelayo ’16 is happy to share that she is starting a new position as social media Manager for the women’s brand at TravisMathew Apparel. Maddie is excited for this new chapter in her career. We were lucky to have Maddie as one of the panelists at Sophomore Professional Development Day.

Sisters Mackenzie Hansen ’16 and Lauren Hansen ’18 founded Made Ya Look, OC three years ago. Both have recently graduated from Chapman University, and with their eye for fashion started this gold-filled jewelry business. Made Ya Look, OC creates tarnishresistent, custom, hand-made jewelry perfect for everyday wear. Check our their collections at madeyalook.com!

Leena Carvalho ’18 was just in a new book called Latinas in Aviation. This special edition of Latinas in Aviation focuses on Latinas on the East Coast. They share their struggles and triumphs in the aviation industry as they continue to pave the way for the next generation of Latinas eager to take flight. Leena will be home on assignment for a few months this fall.

Julia Toth ’20 is now a junior at Brown University, studying Biology and Literary Arts. She sings in a

campus a cappella group called the Alef Beats and is the Campus Outreach Chair on the Pastoral Council. This spring break she will be traveling with the missionary organization FOCUS to the outskirts of Lima, Peru to engage with the local community and buld a path with stairs over the rolling hills.

Katie Fang ’21 recently wrote a book, The Magic Pop-Up Shop , which is available for purchase on Amazon. Katie is attending UCLA and plans on majoring in Design Media Arts, so she can pursue her passion for art and design. Katie says, “Transitioning from Rosary to a big campus like UCLA was definitely a change, but Rosary taught me to have confidence in who I am and to build genuine friendships.”

Kealey Busch ’21

“Over the summer I traveled all over the country competing in artistic roller figure skating and became the 2022 national gold medalist! It is my third national title in skating and I hope to defend it this coming year. I also hand-sewed the blue dress I wore at nationals pictured here!”

Gabriela Mercado ’21 launched a Miniature Diameter Rocket as a part of UC Berkeley’s Space Technology and Rocketry team. The team designed and built the rocket over the course of a semester, and launched in December. Their rocket set an altitude record among UC Berkeley rocketry clubs, reaching a speed of Mach 1.9 and a height of 14,325 feet.

Alumnae FEATURES

ISABELA MORALES ’08

Since her days at Rosary, alum Isabela Morales ’08 has awed those around her with her unique and empathetic approach to historical writing; in fact, Huntington Library recently awarded her their 2023 Shapiro Book Prize for her book on American history and culture, Happy Dreams of Liberty: An American Family in Slavery and Freedom The biennial award celebrates outstanding historical research and scholarship, reflecting the glowing reviews from her readers regarding her presentation of the lives of those freed following the death of plantation owner Samuel Townsend.

What do you remember about Rosary?

I think a lot of my classmates at Rosary would remember me as the “JSA girl.” I was constantly evangelizing the Junior State of America to anyone who would listen. JSA events were some of the first opportunities I had to share my opinions and discuss important political topics with people outside of my small circle of friends and family. My beliefs have certainly evolved since then, but being a part of JSA definitely expanded my views and exposed me to diverse perspectives I wouldn’t have encountered at school or at home.

Seeing my script come to life on stage and hearing my dialogue performed by people who could really act was amazing.

I was on the Royal Reporter staff throughout high school and served as the editor-in-chief my senior year, and I was a script captain for Red and Gold that year as well. That’s one of my best memories. Seeing my script come to life on stage and hearing my dialogue performed by people who could really act was amazing. I almost went into creative writing after

By: Anna Jordan ’23

that; I thought perhaps I’d end up a playwright. I’ll add that coming back as a Red and Gold judge has been on my bucket list for years, so I’m still keeping my fingers crossed for that.

Have you always enjoyed writing?

I’ve wanted to be a writer since I learned how to read in kindergarten. My second-grade teacher was even kind enough to set aside a spot on the class bookshelf for me to share the stories I “published.” I’ve never forgotten that. The fact that I had so many adults encourage my interest in writing throughout my life — not just my parents but also teachers like Ms. Barclay and her mother Mrs. Leiding, who was my eighthgrade teacher — made a big difference.

Writing history can be frustrating. Finding the exact combination of words that will convey the idea that seems so clear in my head generally involves a lot of exasperated typing and pacing around my office. Creating a compelling narrative out of the scattered historical sources I have, especially when researching enslaved people for whom sources are difficult to find, is like putting together a jigsaw puzzle without knowing the picture on the box. What I enjoy is seeing the puzzle come together, even when the end product inevitably has missing pieces.

KATIE FANG ’22

With such artistic talent, it’s not surprising that in Katie’s first semester of college at UCLA she recently wrote, illustrated, and published a children’s book, The Magic Pop-Up Shop.

Read how Rosary prepared Katie for college: Transitioning from Rosary to a big campus like UCLA was definitely a change, but Rosary taught me to have confidence in who I am and to build genuine friendships. Rosary also equipped me with healthy academic habits, such as managing my time well and finding the balance between school and social life.

Faith has always been a significant part of my life, and it will continue guiding me through the obstacles I face in college. Rosary truly taught me the importance of being a part of something bigger than myself, whether it was through clubs, the Robotics Team, or Red and Gold. The core value of service also resonates with the many volunteer opportunities that Rosary provided me with. Finally, Rosary’s emphasis on sisterhood creates a welcoming environment where we were taught to love and empathize with one another.

My fondest memory during my time at Rosary would be all of the warm days when I laughed with friends, bonded with teachers, and performed during Red and Gold. I am so grateful for all of the life-long friendships I formed while at Rosary.

SOPHOMORE PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT DAY

Formerly known as career day, Sophomore Professional Development Day was created to include intentional programming for 10th graders as they discover new passions and prepare the transition to junior year. The day begins with a keynote speaker, followed by a variety of industry panels with Rosary alumnae and friends of Rosary, lunch with guest speakers, and a variety of workshops with Rosary’s academic and college counselors.

Thank you to all the Rosary alumnae who gave their time for this year’s event!

Isabella Kearns ’14

NICU BSN, RN II CHOC

Kelly Fogarty ’16 Student Therapist Azusa Pacific University Community Counseling Center

Jacqueline Cisneros-Trefzger ’12 Global Pubic Relations Project Manager Taco Bell Corporate

Andrea Urmanita ’02 Associate, Senior Project Architect TCA Architects

Karen Chae, Pharm.D. ’98 Clinical Pediatric Pharmacist

Miller Children’s and Women’s Hospital of Long Beach

Emily (Hein) Egkan ’04

Senior Tax Manager Withum

Rachel Herrera ’88

Freelance Union Make Up Artist

CEO Cateyes By Raquel

Kristine Jugo DO ’08

Family Medicine Physician Optum

Lisa Kasten ’87

Associate Director, Accounting California State University

Nicole Pesqueira ’03 Fire Marshal City of El Segundo Fire Department

Marlowe (Greenlee) Stone ’01

Co-CEO Video Production 336 Productions

Doreen Moore ’81

Independent College Counselor College Prep Roadmap

Maddie Pelayo ’16

Social Media Manager

TravisMathew Women’s

Meghan Hennessey ’02

Senior Associate Attorney Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe

Kimberly Sarni ’88

Principal (Partner)

Law Offices of Adrienne D. Cohen

Stephanie Kolbusz ’16

Lead Hardware Engineer

Raytheon Technologies

In Memoriam

Wilma Lopez Sharpski ’75

Diana Emens Laughlin ’85

Christine Finnegan Appleton ’93

Amanda Cruz Lopez ’00

This school year, we lost Lisa Nollette , campus minister at Rosary for over 20 years; Jan Lovette, assistant principal at Rosary for 8 years; and Trudy Mazzarella , the first president of Rosary, serving 31 years of service. These women were champions of Rosary and the all-girls experience and collectively touched the lives of thousands of women during their tenure. Like Mary’s yes, these outstanding women said yes to Rosary High School and their legacy will forever live on. Funds were launched in memory of each one – Trudy Mazzarella Tuition Assistance, Lisa Nollette Kairos Scholarships, and Jan Lovette Fund for Faculty & Staff Retention. Thank you to the entire community for your prayers and support to the families.

ALUMNAE WORKING AT ROSARY

Eileen (O’Keefe) Kearns ’78 Executive Director of Campus Ministry

Andrea Barclay ’94 English Department Chair, Mentor Teacher, Instructional Coach

Nicola (Walsh) Huerta ’94 Assistant Principal of Student Services

Melissa Doyle ’02 School Nurse

Kristie Rueff O’Campo ’02 Executive Director of Advancement

Megan (Ochoa) Kappe ’03

World Language Department Chair, Freshman Class Moderator

Nikki (Wilson) Pontius ’03

Alumnae Relations & Annual Fund Manager

Emily (Walswick) Yoon ’05 Learning & Enrichment Supervisor

Maggie La Bonte ’09 Director of Activities

Kelly Cole ’10 Director of Admissions

Nicolet (Luebke) Godfrey ’13

English Teacher, Dance Assistant Coach

Katie (Russell) Peach ’13 Assistant Dance Coach

Jessica Hermosillo ’14 Administrative Assistant of Athletics

AnnMarie Maciel ’14 Special Events & Parent Engagement Coordinator

Katherine Tijerina ’15 Marketing & Communications Manager, Assistant Water Polo Coach

Jessica (Avalos) Vasquez ’17 Religion Teacher

“Praise be to God the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of compassion and the God of all comfort, who comforts us all in our troubles, so that we can comfort those in trouble with the comfort we ourselves have received from God.” — 2 Corinthians 1:3-4

Thank You

TO ALL OUR VENDORS

Thank You FROM THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

Dear Rosary community,

As I reflect on the 2022-2023 year, I am beyond appreciative for the time, treasure, and talents from our entire community. Your generosity is necessary for the only all-girls school in Orange County to thrive. Every gift, no matter the size, and every hour given makes a direct impact.

I want to take a moment to thank all the volunteers who answered the call to give of their time in the pouring rain on Saturday, January 14, at our 20th Red Wine & Gold. I was gratified by the immediate support of moms, dads, alumnae, parents of alumnae, and students. Everyone moved the entire event from the lawn to the gym and was drenched from head-to-toe with mud on their shoes. I took a moment to look around and realized how blessed we are to be a part of the Rosary family. With all of our efforts, we were able to raise over $275,000 for need-based tuition assistance.

I also want to thank our Rosary Moms Club for launching the first-ever Mother-Daughter Christmas Brunch, the Rosary Dads Club for hosting the 2nd annual Senior Send-off Breakfast, and the new Grandparents Club for sponsoring ice cream at the end of the year. Thank you for your efforts in ensuring our Royals feel supported and loved throughout the year.

With the support of our generous donors, we had the opportunity to upgrade 3 more classrooms, purchase the Hallow app for faculty and staff member, add solar panels to campus, fund need-based tuition assistance, sponsor lunch for our students, and much more! In a time of many philanthropic opportunities, thank you for advancing the mission of Rosary Academy.

Each of you is in my prayers, and may God continue to bless you and your families.

Go Royals!

Kristie Rueff O’Campo ’02, MEd Executive Director of Advancement

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