HighlighterFall/Winter2013 - The Catholic High School of Baltimore

Volume XXX Issue 1 Fall/Winter 2013TheHighlighterFor alumnae and friendsof The Catholic High School of BaltimoreEmpowering Women Since 1939

InsideLetter from the President... 1TCHS News... 2The Catholic High School of Baltimore2800 Edison HighwayBaltimore, Maryland 21213Phone: 410.732.6200; Fax: 410.732.7639E-mail: chsb@thecatholichighschool.orgWeb site: www.thecatholichighschool.orgPresidentBarbara D. Nazelrod, Ph.D. ’68Director of Institutional AdvancementDori DiVentiCoordinator of Public Relations andMarketing/EditorAmber Garrison ’09Coordinator of Alumnae Relations andSpecial EventsJill Rehbein Leitch ’99Assistant to the PresidentChristina A. RoemerAssistant EditorCally DaschbachPhotographyLifetouch Photography, EmilyOlszewskiVandergriff ’01, Amber Garrison ’09,Emily DowThe Highlighter is published by the Offi ce ofInstitutional Advancement for alumnae andfriends. We appreciate your feedback and welcomesubmissions. Submissions are edited for contentand clarity; photos are used at the editor’sdiscretion. Every effort has been made to ensurethe accuracy of The Highlighter. If you have aquestion, concern or submission, please contactthe editor at 410.732.6200 ext. 491 or agarrison@thecatholichighschool.org.Thank you.The Christmas Project... 4Robert Fletcher Nominated “Unsung Hero”... 7Catholic High Welcomes Austrian Students... 9Alumnae news in ALUMLIGHT... 12Reunions, graduations, weddings, and moreEvents Calendar... 16Sympathies... 17Respects and remembrances of alumnae and their loved onesAthletic Hall of Fame Nomination Form... 18Alumnae Update Form... 19MissionGiving... 15Empowered by Gospel values and rooted in the spirit and tradition ofSaints Francis and Clare of Assisi,The Catholic High School of Baltimore,a sponsored institution of the Sisters of St. Francis of Philadelphia,is dedicated to the education of young women in an environment thatfosters Christian attitudes of dignity and respectfor the human person and all of creation.In our mission, we recognize that through educationthe empowerment of women can effect the transformation of oursociety. Therefore, we challenge our school communityto academic excellence,to responsible leadership, andto Christian community service.

Letter from the PresidentDear Alumnae, Parents, and Friends of Catholic High,On behalf of the entire Catholic High Community, I welcome you to reconnectwith us through the pages of this newest edition of The Highlighter. I hopeyou will enjoy stories of interest about our current students, exciting news fromalumnae, and opportunities to stay in touch with Catholic High.As we remember and celebrate our over 12,000 alumnae, we reflect on theupcoming occasion in the legacy of Catholic High. I am pleased to announcewe will celebrate Catholic High’s 75th Anniversary beginning in January 2014.The celebrations will highlight the mission and contributions of The CatholicHigh School of Baltimore students, educators, administration, alumnae, andcommunity, and will continue through June 2015. I hope you will join me incelebrating the rich history of Catholic High during this special time.I invite you to use this edition of The Highlighter to learn more about our anniversary plans,student projects, Alumnae recognition, annual events, and ways to stay connected to the CatholicHigh Community.By providing academic excellence, promoting community service, instilling responsibleleadership, leading in technology, and transforming society, Catholic High holds true to itsmission of empowering women through education. I greatly thank those of who contribute toour continued success, and I encourage everyone to feel a great sense of pride for the remarkablelegacy which Catholic High inspires in each of us.Lux Tua Luceat!Barbara D. Nazelrod, Ph.D.PresidentThe Highlighter Fall/Winter 2013 1

TCHSNewsNewly Renovated Science Rooms Receive Special BlessingA prayer service commemorating Catholic Schools Week and theblessing of the newly renovated Chemistry Lab and Science Prep Roomwas held on Thursday, January 31, 2013 in the Sr. Frances Marie YocumAuditorium. Sister Anne Hefner ’66 led in the blessing of two beautifulSan Damiano crucifixes to be hung in the newly renovated rooms.The donors who helped make these renovations possible were recognizedand thanked for their contribution. Chemistry Lab renovations weremade possible by the France-Merrick Foundation, Dr. Ellen Yankellow,Suzanne Schwarzmann Gallagher ’62, Eileen Behoff Gallagher ’45,Michele Wojciechowski ’86, and Mickey Cucchiella.The dedication of the rooms continued upstairs where Dr. Barbara D. Nazelrod ’68 hung the San Damiano crucifixesand special plaques, blessing and dedicating the Chemistry Lab and Science Prep Room. The new Science PrepRoom equipment was dedicated in loving memory of M. Beverly Brooks Hanan ’60 and Sandra Forte Cucchiella’67 by Michele Wojciechowski ’86 and Mickey Cucchiella. Faculty members, Mr. Allen Krum and Mr. Terry Grantspoke to the donors and guests about the difference that their gift has made in the science department, and thankedthem for their contribution.Gabrielle Eierman Shares Dominican Republic TripGabrielle Eiermann ’15 recently traveled to the Dominican Republic with a group from her church, the CommunityChristian Church for a mission trip. The group flew from New York City to Santiago to volunteer at a worksite inPontezuela. While there, the group painted houses, maintained grounds keeping, sanded walls, laid concrete, andother tasks to renovate the site.Prayer and devotion services were an important part of the group’s mission trip.Gabrielle recalled reading Ephesians for the first time and described it as one of themost life-changing books in the Bible. The group attended a local church servicein Santiago, and despite the service being conducted completely in Spanish, thegroup was still very moved by the unique experience.While in the Dominican, the group was given the opportunity to do somesightseeing. They spent their last day at the beach snorkeling and riding bananaboats. Gabrielle’s favorite memories of the trip included climbing a hill to visita local monument, exploring the market, trying local cuisine, and bursting intosong with her group. To document her trip, Gabi decided to write a paper abouther experience so that she would never forget the special memories she made.The Catholic High School of Baltimore 2

Inaugural Alumnae Reunion Weekend 2012Catholic High celebrated its alumnae with a special Alumnae Athletic Hall of Fame and Awards Assembly in theAuditorium on Friday, October 12, 2012. Four Catholic High alumnae were inducted into the Athletic Hall ofFame—Mrs. Georgia Holland-Pence ’85, Ms. Michelle Meyers ’88, Dr. ChristaGredlein Blunt ’89, and Ms. Klaudia Furman ’07.Three other special alumnae awards were given at the assembly. JenniferSutherland Lubinski ’90 was honored with the Mother Generosa McCaffertyDistinguished Alumna Award, Sr. Anne David Strohminger, OSF ’68 receivedthe Lux Tua Luceat Service Award, and Suzanne M. Remeikis ’08 was given theDistinguished Recent Alumna Award.The Class of 1956 was recognized for their part in the Alumnae Reunion GiftGiving Program; the class donated the highest amount of any class with a total of $16,220.00. The Class of 1961 wasalso recognized for having the highest participation with 32% of their class represented. As a special token of thanks,the driveway leading to Catholic High and the Heritage Room will bear the name of the Class of 1956 and the Classof 1961, respectively. Classes with the highest giving and highest participation in future years will receive the samehonor. Three classes raised $10,000 or more and will be inducted into the Lux Tua Luceat Society—the Class of 1956,Class of 1968, and Class of 1961. A special thanks to all alumnae support!The festivities continued on Saturday, October 13 with the First Annual Alumnae All-Class Reunion from 12:00-3:00p.m. The afternoon’s schedule of events included mingling, a fantastic lunch catered by Peerce’s, and a tour of theCatholic High facilities. Alumnae also had the opportunity to visit the school store to stock up on Catholic Highapparel and gifts. A special Alumnae Memorial Mass in the Sr. Frances Marie Yocum Auditorium followed thereunion events.The All Class Reunion is an easy and affordable way for any of Catholic High’s alumnae to organize a reunion atthe school. Make sure to mark your calendars for next year’s event on Saturday, October 12, 2013, and contact JillRehbein Leitch ’99 for more information about registration at jleitch@thecatholichighschool.org.Catholic High Named One of Baltimore’s Top Work PlacesFor the second year in a row, The Catholic High School of Baltimore has been named one of Baltimore’s Best WorkPlaces by the Baltimore Sun! The list features 80 employers in the region, based on surveys regarding employeesatisfaction. Catholic High was one of nine schools named to the list, and among the smallest employers recognized.President Dr. Barbara D. Nazelrod ’68 shared her enthusiasm about the recognition. “The fact that we wereawarded it two years in a row says that the first time wasn’t an accident. I believe our Franciscan values of respectand dignity are recognized by the staff. I think that’s hugely important.” Thanks to our hard-working administration,faculty, and staff for making Catholic High one of the best places to work in Baltimore!Here’s what Catholic High’s employees have to say about working on Edison Highway:“I feel empowered to work here. My ideas are appreciated and supported.”“TCHS has a positive, caring environment. I feel that I make a difference to our students and to my co-workers.”“Every person truly cares about our students - and each other!”“Invites and allows creativity and participation by all; genuine respect for all.”The Highlighter Fall/Winter 2013 3

Fulfilling Our Mission: Alumnae Christmas ProjectThe Catholic High Alumnae Annual Christmas Project for Needy Families and Seniors was a success once again thispast December. The project was able to provide gifts to 38 families of a local Title 1 school. Volunteers filled morethan 70 black trash bags full of presents for the children to receive on Christmas morning, and purchased $2,200worth of supermarket gift cards for the parents and guardians of the children.Suzanne Remeikis ’08, granddaughter of project organizer Bonita (Bonnie) Lee ’60, is a teacher at the school wheregifts were donated, and worked with the school guidance counselor to coordinate the donations. “Knowing that wehave helped so many is a rewarding feeling. Actually getting to see the faces and reactions of some of the people wehelped is even more rewarding,” Suzanne wrote on the Alumnae Project’s blog.Alumnae were also able to provide Christmas gifts to low income senior citizens at Jenkins Senior Living Community,an organization sponsored by the Catholic Charities of Baltimore. There were two hundred goodie bags prepared byvolunteers to be given to residents. To learn about projects throughout the year and how you can join the alumnaeproject efforts, visit the blog at http://tchschristmasproject.wordpress.com/, or contact Bonita Lee at 410-284-1520.Donations can also be made by check to TCHS and mailed to Bonita Lee, 1781 Brookview Road, Dundalk, MD21222.75 Years of Catholic HighAs the 75th anniversary of Catholic High approaches, preparations for the celebration are already underway.President Dr. Barbara D. Nazelrod ’68 is excited to celebrate the monumental event in Catholic High’s history.“My vision includes celebrating our longevity with all of our constituents—the Sisters of St. Francis who sponsorus, our thousands of alumnae, our current school community, our current and former teacher and staff, ourboard, representatives of the parishes who feed into Catholic High and our neighboring community. It needs tobe a huge celebration of anybody and everybody who is part of Catholic High’s past, present, and future.”Plans are being made for a timeline by decade of important dates in our school history, which will be displayedin The Class of 1961 Heritage Room. Catholic High is looking to add to its archives, and welcomes any additionsalumnae are willing to donate in order to preserve the school’s legacy. Additional pieces will be displayed in theHeritage Room for the occasion. Alumnae are encouraged to be involved in the planning process by joining acommittee or volunteering to work events throughout the 75th celebration. “Catholic High doesn’t only belongto the young women who are here now; it belongs to everyone who has graduated from the school. The morewho are involved, the more meaningful our celebration will be,” added Dr. Nazelrod.Please contact Jill Leitch ‘99 at jleitch@thecatholichighschool.org, ext. 248 with Archive items or AmberGarrison ’09 at agarrison@thecatholichighschool.org, ext. 491 with photos or historical information.The Catholic High School of Baltimore 4

Gala 2012, Hooray for Hollywood!Catholic High celebrated its annual fall gala on Friday, November 12, 2012 at the Boumi Temple in Baltimore.Guests enjoyed a cocktail hour with piano accompaniment by Mr. Ryan Ferguson and a performance by the CatholicHigh Dance Team. Silent and live auction items included autographed Orioles and Ravens jerseys, a crab feast, anda weekend getaway to Ocean City. The Catholic High community would like to thank all of those who helped makethis year’s gala a huge success! We hope that you’ll join us for next year’s event on Friday, November 15, 2013.The Highlighter Fall/Winter 2013 5

Catholic High Announces Two New ProgramsMedical Exploration ProgramThe Medical Exploration Program allows youngwomen to explore rigorous, directed content in themedical sciences, not available in most high schoolenvironments. Students experience content similarto undergraduate classes directed at studentsentering health professions.Visual & Performing ArtsProgramCatholic High is pleased to offer a four-year concentrationin one of the performing arts: art, band, choir,piano, or orchestra. The four-year course of studyrequires graduated levels in the selected subject area.By offering a mix of full-year as well as semestercourses, we are able to provide MEP students witha wide variety of experiences during the three-yearperiod.Through a combination of course work, fieldexperiences, and speakers, students will explorea wide variety of college majors and post-collegecareers.The program includes establishing partnerships withlocal hospitals and health care providers. It is hopedthat these partners will bring a level of “real world”experiences not available in the classroom.Partnerships will also offer networkingopportunities, career advice, and possible internshipopportunities.For more information on either of these two new programs,please contact the Office of Enrollment at 410.732.6200 ext. 216.The Catholic High School of Baltimore 6

Robert Fletcher Nominated “Unsung Hero”Robert Fletcher has been nominated as an "UnsungHero" in the Saint Michael's College Teacher RecognitionProgram. This program honors those teacherswho provide their students with the academic skillsand moral support necessary to be successful inpost-secondary pursuits.Robert was nominated by Shannon Krehely ’12, afirst-year student at Saint Michael's College. Shannonshared, "Mr. Fletcher is far more than a teacher.He has always been there for his students, and makesit his personal goal to ensure that they all succeed.He is also something of a friend, and I am forever inhis debt for teaching me some important life lessons."Babes In ToylandWith new, fresh music, this classic tale amazed audiences, both young and old. The villainous Barnabyhas fallen in love with sweet Mistress Mary Quite Contrary. If he can’t buy her love, then he’ll force her tomarry him by threatening to foreclose on her mother,the poor Widow Piper. Mary already has her heart seton marrying Barnaby’s nephew Alan — but not ifBarnaby can help it! He hires two bumbling ruffians to doaway with Alan, but Alan returns to Mother Goose Landamidst much rejoicing. Mary journeys to the mysteriousToyland through the dangerous Spider Forest. But wait!Barnaby hasn’t given up, and he herds the whole gang ofMother Goose Land characters to Toyland in pursuit ofMary. There we encounter the magical mystery of Toylandas we meet the Master Toymaker and his quirkyassistants Grumio and Marmaduke.A special thanks to the 8th graders and ArchbishopCurley students who joined us to make this production possible!The Highlighter Fall/Winter 2013 7

Catholic High Says Farewell To a Wonderful TeacherThe Catholic High community was sad to say farewell to Mrs.Concetta Lovejoy, a faculty member who has been with ussince March of 1993. Ms. Patricia Greely, a co-worker andfellow English teacher, had some heartfelt words to share ather goodbye luncheon. “Mrs. Lovejoy has been a real asset atCatholic High. When I first arrived, she was the ArchangelProgram. She has lovingly helped her students through theyears to become better students and better people. I certainlyhope she continues to spread her love and her joy throughoutthe world. She will be truly missed.”Many other faculty members were able to share their kindwords at this small gathering emphasizing their gratitude forall that she has done at Catholic High. We wish Mrs. Lovejoythe best in her future endeavors as she takes on the responsibilityof caring for her granddaughter, Elizabeth.Rebecca Miller Accepted To WISHThe Catholic High community would like to congratulate Rebecca Miller on her acceptance into theWomen In STEM High School (WISH) Aerospace scholars program for 2013. The prestigious programwas created by NASA in order to give female high school juniors a jump-start into their futurecareer opportunities.WISH participants will be involved in online forums focusing on science, technology, engineering andmathematics (STEM) topics, and complete online activities to qualify for a six-day summer experienceat NASA’s Johnson Space Center in Houston. During this summer experience, they will workwith mentors to design a mission to Mars, interact with NASA female role models, and mingle withscientists and engineers as they learn about careers in STEM.The application process for the WISH program was highly competitive and Rebecca’s selection by apanel of NASA engineers was based on her interest in STEM related fields, her GPA, an outstandingapplication profile, and her essay and letters of recommendation. We commend Rebecca on herselection for the WISH project.The Catholic High School of Baltimore 8

Catholic High Welcomes Austrian Students!Catholic High was excited to welcome seven students from a Catholic co-ed school inAustria on Friday March 8, 2013. Each Austrian student was paired with a Catholic Highstudent, selected by Principal Mrs. Meyd. While visiting, the girls stayed with the family oftheir Catholic High hostess and attended classes with their hostess. Before leaving CatholicHigh on March 18, the girls went on a bus trip to Washington, D.C. with their hostessesand other students from their school in Austria visiting other area high schools.Jessica Mahla ’13, one of the ladies selected to be a hostess, said, “I’m so glad Catholic Highgave me the opportunity to host a student from Austria. We have already become closeand it’s neat to see the differences in our cultures such as our food portions being so largehere in America.” The Catholic High host families ensured the Austrian students had anauthentic Baltimore experience, with activities such as visiting the Inner Harbor and eatingMaryland crabs.We would to recognize all of our host families who have been so hospitable in welcomingour special guests! Thank you!The Brickwedde FamilyThe Hart FamilyThe Mahla FamilyThe Miller FamilyThe Pingul FamilyThe Punte FamilyThe Sparzak FamilyThe Highlighter Fall/Winter 2013 9

Career Day 2013TCHS held a Career Day on Friday, March 15th. Twenty-one alumnae returned to talk to the students abouttheir professional experiences and answered questions the girls had on the working world and life after CatholicHigh. Many different fields were represented, from authors, nurses, and technicians to administrators, anengineer and even an actress.Key note speaker and graduate Jeanne Martin ’76, Director of Global Services Inclusion & Diversity CiscoSystems, Inc. shared her success in her professional life, as well as in her personal life through the experiencesshe gained here at Catholic High. She started her presentation with a short clip from CBS News Online 60Minutes on Sheryl Sandberg, author of Lean In. This video was inspirational to all women and their position inthe workplace.The Catholic High School of Baltimore 10

The Class of 1967 Commemorates 45-Year Reunionwith Year-Long CelebrationThe Class of 1967 marked its 45-year reunion with multiple gatherings throughout 2012.A brunch at Christopher Daniel’s restaurant in April was well-attended with 44 classmatesreturning to renew friendships and contribute to a class gift for Catholic High. In the fall, 27alumnae joined in the class’ annual Ocean City weekend, with several traveling from out ofstate from Texas, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Pennsylvania, and Virginia. The class alsoorganizes dinner gatherings at local restaurants quarterly, which continue to grow in attendance.October’s dinner was one of the largest to date with 24 ladies sharing in the camaraderieand a delicious meal.All of these activities are made possible through the noteworthy efforts of Margaret (Peggy)Murphy Priest, described as the “tie that binds”, along with a small committee of ladies whowork to plan and execute these events.This year, under the leadership of Jill Redding Aker, the Class of 1967 took on a communityservice project with SARC of Harford County. SARC seeks to aid victims of domestic/sexualviolence and stalking. Through class members’ generous donations and participation in theshopping and assembly required, the group of volunteers was able to deliver 118 fully stockedshower caddies, 400 diapers, baby wipes, several boxes of hygiene products, three cases ofwater, coloring books, crayons, and puzzles to SARC. The class has committed to continueand grow its community service involvement for 2013.The Class of 1967 is living proof of Catholic High’s motto in action- Lux Tua Luceat!The Highlighter Fall/Winter 2013 11

AlumlightNews from alumnaeae’65 Linda Ciotola, M.Ed., TEPhas co-authored a book, with KarenCarralucci, a book in press (JessicaKingsley) Healing Eating DisordersWith Psycodrama & Other ActionMethods – Beyond The Silence & TheFury.’83 Kathy Wielech Patterson andhusband have co-authored a book, TheFood Lovers’ Guide to Baltimore.’84 Marguerite “Margo” Stiemlywas accepted into the Honors Programat CCBC Essex. In addition, She wasinducted into the Chi Theta Chapter ofthe Phi Theta Kappa National HonorSociety for Two Year Colleges on March21, 2012. (the Honors Program andPhi Theta Kappa are two separate anddistinct programs).’86 Michele “Wojo” Wojciechowskiwon an award from the AmericanSociety of Journalists and Authors forher book Next Time I Move, They’llCarry Me Out in a Box. She will receivethe actual award in April at the ASJAannual conference in New York City. Itis listed as “Outstanding Book Awards”in the category Lifestyle/Memoir.’87 The Class of 1987 celebratedtheir 25- Year Reunion on October 15,2012.’89 Barbara Barlow Alvez’sdaughter, Jessica Nicole StiemlyCarr, also niece of Cathy BarlowCorbin ’84 and Marguerite“Margo” Stiemly ’84 was marriedto Joel Carr on March 17, 2012 inWalt Disney World. The couple’sfamilies gathered on July 7, 2012to celebrate their wedding at areception held at Fiore Winery.’90 Christina Pappas joined theTCHS Board of Trustees.’95 Danielle Dorney-Powersand her husband, Jason, announcethe birth of their fourth child,Xander Frederick. Xander wasborn on September 14 at 6:24 p.m.and weighed 7 lbs 4 oz. He waswelcomed home by his big brothersand sister, Jason, Landon, and Gia.’97 Regina Niedzwicki Grecoand husband, Gino, announce thebirth of their third child, LiviaRegina, on December 26, 2013.Livia was welcomed home by bigbrothers Zander and Callen, andproud aunts Nicole Niedzwicki ’04and Andrea Kurek Niedzwicki’87. Livia joins a CatholicHigh legacy family: late greatgrandmother,Irene BandzwolekOlszewski ’44, great auntRosemarie McCubbin Olszewski’77, and cousins Tracie OlszewskiSamchuck ’99, Emily OlszewskiVandergriff ’01, JenniferMastroianni Costello ’03, andJulie Mastroianni ’07.The Catholic High School of Baltimore 12

’97Carey Zink Martin and herhusband, Harry, announce the birthof their second child, AlexandraElise. Alex was born on August 24,2012 at 11:37 a.m. and weighed 6lbs 5 oz. She was welcomed home bybig sister Bianca, aunt Kristen Zink’99, cousin Kimberly KlingelhoferThayer ’88, and great-aunt CarolynSilberzahn Toomey ’65.’01 Melissa Clocker Jones andher husband Ben Jones are thrilledto announce the birth of their son,Samuel Joseph on October 28, 2012at the Royal Gloucestershire Hospitalin England. Sam was welcomedto the world by proud aunt BethClocker ’05 and proud great auntsKathy Clocker ’76, Judi VacekMartinek ’77, Valerie Vacek Saxon’81, and Marla Vacek Bosley ’82.’98 Heather Betch wed MikeShawver on December 12, 2012.Meghan Kane ’10 was her maid ofhonor and Jamie Ruszala ’98 was abridesmaid.’01 Bridget Goldburn Frazierand husband, Josh, proudly announcethe birth of their first child, GavinIsaac Frazier, born on June 29,2012 at St. Joseph Medical Center.He weighed 9 lbs 6oz and waswelcomed home by proud auntsSharon Goldburn Ventura ’86 andRosemary Goldburn Vontran ’90.’01 Erin Gilley Moneymaker andhusband, Mike, announce the birthof their first child, Mason Boyd, onAugust 27, 2012 at 3:52 p.m. Masonweighed 5 lbs 8 oz, and was 16 ¾”long.’01 Regina Davis Osborne andhusband, Jeremiah, announce thebirth of their first child, AbigailRose, on on September 8, 2012 at2:04 p.m. Abigail weighed 8 lbs 1 oz.’01 Emily Olszewski Vandergriffand her husband, Paul, announcethe birth of their daughter, LydiaMichelle, born on September 5at St. Joseph Medical Center.Lydia weighed 8 lbs 3 oz, and waswelcomed home by big sisters,Tori and Liz, big brothers, PaulIII and Aidan, and proud aunt,Tracie Olszewski Samchuck ’99.Lydia joins a Catholic High legacyfamily: late great-grandmother,Irene Bandzwolek Olszewski ’44,great aunt Rosemarie McCubbinOlszewski ’77, and cousins MaryLee Vrany ’67, Andrea KurekNiedzwicki ’87, Regina NiedzwickiGreco ’97, Jennifer MastroianniCostello ’03, Nicole Niedzwicki ’04,and Julie Mastroianni ’07.The Highlighter Fall/Winter 2013 13

’02 Kimberly Becker Cooperannounces her marriage to TedCooper on May 27, 2012 at FioreWinery.’03 Megan Gilley announces herengagement to Billy Wingerd. Thecouple will marry on December 7,2013.’03 Jennifer Lotterer announcesher marriage to Shaun Kaptain(Calvert Hall) on September 8, 2012.The couple honeymooned in RiveriaMaya, Mexico. Jennifer is currentlya medical receptionist at RadiationOncology at Franklin Square andis going to school for nursing.The couple resides in Dundalk,Maryland.’99 Nicole Parker announces the birthof her son Braeden Christopher (5.78 lbs18 in long) born on March 8, 2012 at 9:59am. Grandmother Susan Kopp Parker’69 welcomed baby Braeden home.’10 Alex Opperhauser has beenselected to work with the OSSI Programat NASA this summer! She will beworking for a Network Engineer at TheGoddard Space Flight Center, helping toaugment the current network performancemeasurement system by configuring,tuning and deploying a new performancemeasurement toolkit. NASA wasimpressed by her networking experiencesthat she has gained during her timeworking and attending Catholic High!’05 Kristen Hellen Santopietroaccepted the position of InstructionalTechnology Coordinator at CatholicHigh.’05 Laura Brzozowski willmarry William Smith, ArchbishopCurley ’01 on September 28, 2013.Maid of honor, Kelsey RichardsonGreenwell ’05. Bridesmaids areCara Bossalina Piscopo ’05, LisaPennacchia ’01, Jill ScneehagenFischer, Melanie Cunningham Priceand Ashley Ayres. Best man, ChadSmith ’03. Groomsmen are JosephFalbo ’01, Patrick Patillo ’01, ShaneMallon ’01, Frank Embardino ’01,Scott Kram ’01 - all Curley grads.Spring FlingDonationsDo you own a service business?Are you a Ravens season ticketholder? Do you have a vacationhome?Catholic High is currently seekinggift certifi cates, sports tickets& memorabilia, and weekendgetaways for our annual SpringFling. If you are willing to donate,please contact Jill Leitch atjleitch@thecatholichighschool.org.The Catholic High School of Baltimore 14

GivingCatholic High Annual FundThe Catholic High School of Baltimore asks for your continued support with its 2012-2013 Annual Fund. The themeof the campaign is “Empowering Women for Success” and the funds help support various programs of the school.Through your generosity, we are able to continue to provide financial aid, increase technology, maintain and enhancefacilities, and provide all students with an enriched education. Catholic High would like to thank all of the donorswho have contributed thus far to the Annual Fund, and invite those who have not yet donated to do so before June30, 2013. All donors will be recognized in the 2012-2013 Annual Report.Donations are accepted online, via check, matching gift, honorarium/memorial, pledge, and gift of securities, orthrough estate planning. If you would like to donate online, visit http://www.thecatholichighschool.org/giving/Become a Member of the Tau SocietyAre you looking for ways to give to Catholic High? Consider becoming a member of the Tau Society by includingCatholic High in your estate planning. To thank members of The Tau Society who have pledged an estate gift, weinvite them to participate in the annual President’s Reception and recognize them in the Annual Report of Gifts.The society is named for the last letter in the Hebrew alphabet that resembles a cross. It is a symbol that St. Francisof Assisi cherished. Because The Catholic High School of Baltimore is sponsored by the Sisters of St. Francis ofPhiladelphia and both are committed to Franciscan values and mission, the Tau holds special significance to ourcommunity. It has long been recognized as a Franciscan symbol of genuine hope and response in trust to thefaithfulness of God. The Tau is a sign of permanent conversion, the seal of the Kingdom of God, and a call to theservice of others.We invite you to include Catholic High in your will and join this society of committed and honorable benefactors.For more information, contact the Office of Institutional Advancement at 410.732.6200, ext. 243.The Highlighter Fall/Winter 2013 15

Save the DateSun.March24Fri.May3Fri.May17Mon.June24Fri.Oct.11Sat.Oct.12Fri.Nov.15Fri.Nov.7, 2014Wine Tasting 2013: A Tour of Italy2:00 - 5:00 p.m.Sr. Arnoldine O’Connell, OSF Dining Hall$35 per person, $250 for table of 8 in advance$40 per person at the doorSpring Fling7:00 - 11:00 p.m.St. Joe Fullerton Parish Hall$45 per person, $400 for table of 10May CrowningSr. Francis Marie Yocum, OSF AuditoriumCub Classic Golf Outing7:00 a.m. Registration, 8:00 a.m. Shotgun StartSparrows Point Country ClubFoursome , $600, Individual, $160Guest/Non-Player - $50 (admission & lunch)Alumnae Athletic Hall of Fame& Awards CeremonySr. Francis Marie Yocum, OSF AuditoriumAlumnae All-Class Reunion& Memorial MassCatholic HighAnnual Gala7:00 p.m.Boumi Temple75th Anniversary Celebration GalaThe Grand Lodge, Hunt ValleyAll-Class ReunionPlanning your reunion? Contact the Coordinator of AlumnaeRelations & Special Events at 410.732.6200 ext. 248.This fall, Catholic High presents its second annual AlumnaeReunion Weekend October 11-12. We will celebrate alumnae withan awards ceremony on Friday, host gatherings for the reunionclasses on Saturday, and close with the Alumnae Memorial Mass.For more information, visit our website. We hope to see youthere!Alumnae Associationnew committeesWant to get involved? Join a committee!Alumnae Awards - reviews nominations and selects awardeesAmbassadors - volunteers at events such as Open House, hostsrecruitment gatherings, and moreNetworking - helps to build a TCHS women’s networkReunion Weekend - helps to plan the two-day eventCatholic High pride -license platesShow off your Catholic High pride by sporting a new CatholicHigh license plate. Order yours today! Contact AmberGarrison ’09 at agarrison@thecatholichighschool.orgwith any questions or to place your order.For complete information on all alumnae happenings, please visitwww.thecatholichighschool.org or contact the Coordinator ofAlumnae Relations & Special Events at 410.732.6200, ext. 248.The Catholic High School of Baltimore 16

SympathiesLoved OnesMary Anne Lentz Thaler ’44Margaret Rosso Wonders ’44Mildred Pipkin Amos ’46Charlotte Cook Martin ’47Anna Mae Smith Moore ’50Margaret Geissler Zink ’50Patricia Mary Bianco ’51Patricia Reynolds Mall ’52Mary Lou Schmidt Poteat ’58Patricia Kohne Vicari ’58Gloria Miller Wilkinson ’58Jean T. Kovalic Barczak ’64 passedaway on March 12, 2013. She wassurvived by her husband Michael, herdaugher Theresa A. Shields ’88, 8,her sonChristopher and her five grandchildren.Aubrey Rebecca Faith Hammond,the daughter of Renee PayneHammond ’89 was born July31, 2012, and went to be with theLord on November 7, 2012. Shewas born with a very rare immunedeficiency that the good doctorsand nurses at Johns Hopkins didtheir best to treat. Renee’s littlegirl put up a good fight for 99days, but God had other plans.Anyone wishing to honor hermemory can donate to the JohnsHopkins Children’s Center.Jennifer Veth Alexander ’87Alumnae Update FormWe are updating our records and would love to hear from you! Please complete the form belowand return it to school at 2800 Edison Highway, Baltimore, MD 21213, Attn: Alumnae Update,or send an e-mail to Ms. Jill Rehbein Leitch ’99, Coordinator of Alumnae Relations/SpecialEvents, at jleitch@thecatholichighschool.org.Name: _______________________________________________________ Class of ________(First, Maiden, Last)E-mail: ____________________________________I would like materials mailed to me____Catholic High is a Green School. We need your e-mail address to send you The Highlighter andthe weekly Alumnae Update.)Address: ___________________________________________________________________City: ___________________________ State: ____________________ Zip code: __________Phone Number _______________________ Cell Number: _____________________________Employer: __________________________________ Career Field:______________________Are you interested in becoming a part of the Alumnae Association? Yes ______ No _______If so, what is the best way to contact you? ___________________________________The Highlighter Fall/Winter 2013 17

tchsThe Catholic High School of BaltimoreAthletic Hall of Fame Nomination Form 2013Eligibility: Alumnae, coaches, and friends who have made significant contributions to The Catholic High Schoolof Baltimore athletic department will be considered for induction. A five-year waiting period after graduation isrequired for all alumnae.Criteria: The individual must have:1. Been recognized by a coach, the school, the league, the county, or the state for individual records orstatistics or have made significant contributions to the athletic program, or athletic teams;2. Demonstrated sportsmanship, leadership, integrity, and character to the athletic program and to the school.3. Demonstrated excellence in athletic skill and accomplishment; and4. Demonstrated outstanding service to the school and athletic department.Nominee Information:___________________________________________________________________________First Name Maiden Name Last Name Class of___________________________________________________________________________Address City State Zip______________________________________________________________________________________Phone NumberE-mail Address_______________________________________________________________________________________Sports Participation while at Catholic HighPlease write a short statement on a separate sheet of paper about why this person deserves to beinducted. Include any photos or newspaper clippings that may be relevant to her sports career.Nominator Information:______________________________________________________________________________________Nominator’s Name Phone Number E-mail Address___________________________________________________________________________Address City State Zip__________________________Relationship to NomineePlease mail completed form and additional information to:Catholic High, Attn: Athletic Hall of Fame Committee2800 Edison Highway, Baltimore, Maryland 21213Deadline is September 1. Call Mrs. Kari McBride at 410.732.6200 ext. 225 for further information.The Catholic High School of Baltimore 18

Alumnae Awards ProgramThe Alumnae Awards Program recognizes those alumnae who exemplify the FranciscanCore Values of Personhood in Community, Loving Service, Ongoing Conversion, Witness toJustice, Peace and Reconciliation, and Stewardship in their everyday lives.Please check the award for nomination:______ Mother Generosa McCafferty Distinguished Alumna Award______ Lux Tua Luceat Service Award______ Distinguished Recent Alumna AwardPlease also submit a letter expressing why the person you are nominating is an ideal candidatefor this award.Nominee Name: ________________________________________ YOG: ______________Address: __________________________________________________________________City and State: ____________________________________________Zip Code _________Professional positions and accomplishments:______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________Community Service:______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________Honors and Awards:______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________Supporting comments:___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________This form must be completed and submitted in order to be accepted as a nomination. Please attach a resume,supporting articles, vita, clippings, etc. to this form. To be considered for this honor, nominations must bereceived by September 21 of the nomination year.Submitted by: ___________________________________________________________________________Address: ______________________________________________________________________Phone: _________________________ Email:____________________________Please mail the completed form to:The Catholic High School of Baltimore2800 Edison Highway, Baltimore, MD 21213.Attn: Office of Institutional Advancement.The Highlighter Fall/Winter 2013 19