President's Society Event

The St. Francis Board of Trustees and President Theresa Rodgers hosted our annual President’s Society Reception on September 9, 2021 where we celebrated the spirit of giving and our generous givers. Guests enjoyed the sounds of St. Francis’ new band, led by Michelle Wei-Lin See, and our Chamber Singers, led by Tina Harris and accompanied by Sydnie Speer. SFHS Chaplain Father George Thadathil opened the evening in prayer, and the chair of our Board of Trustees, Helen Manfredi Pierson ’74, welcomed all of the guests. Helen reflected on St. Francis’ impact on her life which provided her with a strong foundation and all the essential ingredients for a rich and rewarding life of love and service.

A highlight of the evening is always hearing from students about their St. Francis experience. Bela Deol ’25 and Isabella Sharp ’22 wowed the crowd with their stories. Senior Bella Sharp summed it up by saying, “Throughout all of my experiences at St. Francis, I’ve gained a sense of pride for my school, a special closeness with my sisters and the staff, and an array of incredible memories that I know will keep me fulfilled through the rest of my life.”

Theresa closed the evening by thanking the guests for their support, coupled with their inexhaustible commitment to our mission, which allows us to do all that we do to shape young women who are and will change the world.