Class of 1981
June 24, 2021
Thirty-two members of the Class of 1981 brought the fun to a sensational virtual 40th reunion. Alumnae representing various states and countries (even Estonia!) enjoyed videos, reminiscenced, and paid tribute to their seven classmates no longer with us. Many toasts were made and a fall in-person gathering was welcomed by all. Three reunion awards were presented.
Saint Angela Award The Saint Angela Award was instituted in 1977 to mark the 80th anniversary of The Ursuline School. The award is given to alumnae for their exceptional loyalty and devotion to the school and for furthering the realization of the values and goals of Ursuline education.
Doreen Mauro Napolitano ’81 Doreen is a woman of wisdom and grace. After a very successful career in technology consulting, Doreen set out on a new path. What started out as a way for Doreen to advocate for her own son’s religious educational needs has, over more than 10 years, grown into a deep vocation for Doreen. She is currently the Coordinator of Religious Education and Director of the Special Needs Religious Education program for the parish of Annunciation - Our Lady of Fatima. Together with the previous Head of the Religious Education Program, Doreen created a special needs religious education program that has been honored by the Archdiocese of New York, with special recognition from Cardinal Dolan. Each season, Doreen leads the program to prepare special needs students to learn about, understand and receive their sacraments of First Holy Communion and Confirmation. Her friends know that each spring is her ‘busy season!” Doreen embodies the Ursuline spirit of Serviam. She approaches her role with great respect and reverence for Catholic teachings, and dedication to the religious education of all children. Doreen has truly taken on the calling and the challenge that St. Angela Merici posed to her followers so many years ago: “May the strength and true consolation of the Holy Spirit be in you all, so that you can sustain and carry out vigorously and faithfully the charge laid upon you.” It is for these reasons, and the grace and kindness that Doreen exhibits in her work and her life every day, that it is our honor to present Doreen with the St. Angela Award, in recognition of her outstanding service in the area of Special Needs - Religious Education. 72
