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message from Director of Advancement Lisa Newman Sibal ’77 In Their Own Words Members of <strong>the</strong> <strong>St</strong>. Martin’s community talk about <strong>the</strong> importance of Annual Giving. The new tag line, “In a world that expects you to fit in, we teach you to stand out,” is exactly why we send our children to <strong>St</strong>. Martin’s. Faith, Service, Scholarship, an excellent academic education, and a supportive and caring staff provide <strong>the</strong> environment that will allow our children and yours to truly reach <strong>the</strong>ir full potential as adults. The best thing you can ever give your children besides love is an excellent education. As parents, we place <strong>the</strong> highest value on that education and understand what it takes to ensure this environment stays true to our vision for our children. Diana and Greg Gibson, parents of Kincy ‘14 and Kailee ‘16 2009-10 Annual Giving Chairs To have a giving spirit is a part of who we are as a family. <strong>St</strong>. Martin’s represents <strong>the</strong> spirit of giving through service projects and being a Christian based school. It is with this value that we are committed to giving at <strong>the</strong> Founder’s Level. Our children know and appreciate that we’ve made sacrifices to send <strong>the</strong>m to <strong>the</strong> best school in <strong>the</strong> New Orleans area. To give back to a school that has given so much to so many—and is shaping our children’s future every single day— is definitely worth every penny! Alma Roohi ’83, alum, parent, teacher and Founder Bill Roohi ’83, alum, parent and Founder What a positive statement it makes when our children have such a fulfilling experience at <strong>St</strong>. Martin’s that <strong>the</strong>y choose to continue <strong>the</strong> tradition by enrolling <strong>the</strong>ir children here! We are proud grandparents of Ryan (Pre-K ‘22) and Erin (George Cottage ‘25). As parents of three <strong>St</strong>. Martin’s graduates--Lauren ‘83, Kristin ‘85, and Michael ‘92--we have maintained our relationship with <strong>the</strong> <strong>St</strong>. Martin’s family even after our children graduated by volunteering, Donations to Annual Giving can be made on-line at www. stmsaints.com/ag; using Visa or MasterCard by calling <strong>the</strong> Advancement Office at (504) 736-9910; or mailing your check in <strong>the</strong> envelope within this <strong>Bell</strong>. You can even double <strong>the</strong> impact of your gift with a matching gift-go to www.matchinggifts.com/ stmsaints to see if your employer matches! by serving on <strong>the</strong> Board of Visitors, and by continuous support of Annual Giving. We have seen our children given <strong>the</strong> opportunity to happily reach <strong>the</strong>ir academic goals--two MD’s and one PhD, and all at <strong>the</strong> academic institutions of <strong>the</strong>ir choice! We thank <strong>St</strong>. Martin’s for providing <strong>the</strong> nurturing environment for <strong>the</strong>se opportunities, and we look forward to our grandchildren reaping <strong>the</strong> same benefits. After all, members of <strong>the</strong> Class of 2009 were accepted to many of <strong>the</strong> nation’s top colleges and universities, including Harvard, Yale, Princeton and Cornell. We are confident in <strong>the</strong> future of <strong>St</strong>. Martin’s, thanks to a dynamic administration, dedicated faculty, and innovative approach to education, all of which inspire a continuing spirit of dedicated service. Karen and Mike Sullivan, parents of 3 alumni and grandparents of 2 STM students <strong>St</strong>. Martin’s once again sent forth an exceptional class of graduates in 2009. When I reflect on <strong>the</strong> amazing array of college acceptances for last year’s class (including Harvard, Yale, Princeton and Cornell!), I can’t help but be proud to be a <strong>St</strong>. Martin’s alum. I know that STM gave me <strong>the</strong> academic skills I needed to succeed, as well as a community of lifelong friends. Jay Adair (‘93), Alum and President, Alumni Board It is difficult to believe that we are <strong>the</strong> parents of two <strong>St</strong>. Martin’s graduates, William in 2007 and Nicholas in 2009. Time has passed so quickly! As we look back at our years at <strong>St</strong>. Martin’s, we cannot help but be immensely grateful. <strong>St</strong>. Martin’s not only provided our children with an unsurpassed education, but did so in a loving and supportive environment that left <strong>the</strong>m confident and prepared for <strong>the</strong> opportunities and challenges that lie ahead of <strong>the</strong>m. Beth ‘79 and Keith DePass, parents of 2 alumni and alum (Beth) 17