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The Catholic High School of Baltimore
Sponsored by the Sisters of St. Francis of Philadelphia Since 1939
December News and Updates from the Office of Alumnae Relations
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Letter from the President
Dear Alumna,
As I reflect on this season of giving, I am overwhelmed with your generosity and support of our beloved school. You have shown your support of Catholic High in many ways such as voting us Best Private High School for Girls for the second consecutive year and donating toys and winter accessories for our Belair-Edison neighbors. May you continue to bring joy to those you encounter and to embrace our Franciscan values. Enjoy reading through our Alumnae Monthly Update to catch up on the many alumnae and school activities that took place in December. I encourage you to stay connected to Catholic High in 2024!
I wish you and your loved ones a Blessed Christmas and a Happy New Year!
Lux Tua Luceat,
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Barbara D. Nazelrod, Ph.D. '68
President
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Christmas at Catholic High | |
This edition of From the Archives features Amanda Cooper Perkins '07 and Molly Wright Baxter '07 showing off their Christmas Spirit during a Library Club meeting in December, 2003!
This month, our young women were able to show off their Christmas Spirit on Tuesday, December 5 for the annual Hall Decorating Competition! Click here for more photos from Hall Decorating!
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Over 100 Alumnae Attend December Social | |
On December 13, Catholic High's Institutional Advancement Office held the biggest Alumnae Ugly Sweater Social to date! Over 100 alumnae attended, ranging from the Class of 1944 to the Class of 2019.
We hope everyone had an amazing night catching up with classmates and meeting other Daughters of Catholic High. We are looking forward to seeing everyone next year!
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Ugly Christmas Sweater Winners (from left to right):
Peggy Lewis Cruse '89
Heather Straka Pecoraro '95
Noel Haffer Manlove '86
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Thank You for Giving Back | Last weekend, Catholic High hosted the North East Housing Initiative's annual Holiday Event on our Western Campus. We are grateful for our alumnae, such as yourself, for generously donating toys and winter accessories for our Belair-Edison community! | |
Senior, Claudia Gerry, helps a Belair-Edison neighbor find the perfect pair of gloves! | | |
Recent Alumna and Cadet Stops by for a Visit | |
On Wednesday, December 20, we had the pleasure of welcoming back Massachusetts Maritime Academy cadet and recent alumna, Madison Selby '23! Madison is pursing a degree in Marine Transportation and is a member of the Coast Guard Auxiliary University Program. Madison runs Cross Country and plays Lacrosse for Buccaneers Athletics.Thank you, Madison, for visiting your Alma Mater!
We look forward to welcoming all of our alumnae, old and new, back home to Catholic High in 2024!
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Madison Selby '23 poses for a photo with President, Dr. Barbara D. Nazelrod '68, in the Board Room. | | |
The Alumnae Giving Project - In Need of Contributions! | |
Hello, Alumnae!
Thank you to everyone who helped make Christmas 2023 a better one for those in need!
If you were considering sending in a donation and have yet to do so, please do! The Project has not heard from over 50 alumnae who generally donate every year. The only way for the Giving Project to keep assisting those in need throughout the year is for us to have money in our treasury. Our funds are lacking this year and we would graciously appreciate your help!
The lunch-sized goodie bags you see pictured in this newsletter are going to the 55 retired SSND sisters at Villa Assumpta. The bags contain candy, crackers, chips and cookies. They were decorated by a fourth grade elementary school class and each one contains a letter that the children wrote to the recipient.
The 103 large white plastic bags, also pictured, contain shoes, socks, clothes, hats, gloves, jackets and toys. These Christmas gifts are being donated to 58 families from a local Title I Elementary School. These families are living at, or are below the poverty level. The Giving Project would like to give a special "thank you" to everyone who contributed this year!
Merry Christmas and have a safe, healthy New Year,
Bonita Lee '60, Christine Remeikis '79, Suzanne Remeikis '08
Contact Information
Bonita (Bonnie) Lee '60
1781 Brookview Road
Dundalk, MD 21222
410-284-1520
bonnielee@verizon.net
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Calling All Blackfriars' Alumnae! | |
Archbishop Curley's Alumni Association is hosting a small reception for all Blackfriars' Theatre alumni prior to opening night of their Spring Musical, South Pacific, on Friday, March 15, 2024! This reception is open to Catholic High and Curley graduates who have participated in Curley's shows over the past 50 years - actors, actresses, costume makers, musicians, stage crew, set designers, etc.
"These productions would not have been possible without the eager participation of our loyal TCHS supporters," says Brian Dempsey '88.
Light hors d'oeuvres and drinks will be served until curtain time. Show tickets will be available for purchase at the box office or online.
Date: Friday, March 15, 2024
Time: 6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Location: Curley Conference Center, adjacent to the auditorium
Please RSVP to Brian Dempsey '88 at Briguy118118@gmail.com or Brian Petr '94 at bpetr1204@gmail.com.
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Save the Date - Class of 1964 60th Reunion | |
Save the date for the 60th Reunion for the Class of 1964!
Date and Location:
Friday, August 16, 2024 at The Catholic High School of Baltimore
More information and details are forthcoming!
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If you are having a class reunion or planning a class reunion, please contact Beth Frevel with the names of your Reunion Committee and Chair at bfrevel@thecatholichighschool.org. Please include the date, time, and place in your email. If you wish to have your reunion at Catholic High, please call Mrs. Frevel (410.732.6200 ext. 1215) in order to coordinate the date with the school calendar. Thank you! | | |
Seeking Class Ambassadors! | Catholic High is seeking Class Ambassadors to keep your fellow classmates up-to-date with reunions, events, and more! If you are interested in becoming a Class Ambassador, please contact Beth Frevel at bfrevel@thecatholichighschool.org. | | |
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Eight Cubs Selected for Towson University's Honor Band
Earlier this month, eight of our young women represented Catholic High in Towson University's 40th annual High School Honor Band! These ladies spent their entire Saturday at Towson learning, attending workshops, and performing with some of the top performers in Maryland, Delaware, and Pennsylvania.
We are especially proud of Jasmine Foehner '24 (fourth from right) who was selected as 1st Chair Flute in the Gold Band and Sophie Greene '24 (third from right) who was selected as 2nd Chair Bass Clarinet in the Tiger Band! Well done, Ladies!
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Catholic High's Signature Wines
Catholic High is thrilled to have SEVEN signature wines from DeJon Vineyard! All wines can be purchased online.
🌿 Forever Green - Vidal Blanc
🍑 St. Clare's Nectar - Just Peachy
💚 Viva, Catholic High! - Merlot
🥂 President's Tribute - Pinot Grigio
✨ Sparkling Banner - Sweet White
🐻 Blushing Cub - Rosé
🐾 Cub Pride - Sweet Red
We look forward to selling our wines at various Catholic High events throughout the school year! If you have any questions, please contact Mrs. Beth Frevel at bfrevel@thecatholichighschool.org!
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Shop Our Online Store!
Have you browsed through our online store recently? All items in the store can be customized to your liking. And the best part ⎯ it ships directly to your home!
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Join the Alumnae Association Executive Board
The Alumnae Association is responsible for planning Alumnae Socials, promoting the school, volunteering at events, and much more! The Executive Board holds meetings 3-4 times a year.
If you would like to serve on the Alumnae Association Executive Board, please contact Beth Frevel or visit the Alumnae page for more information.
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Mrs. Beth Frevel
Coordinator of Special Events & Alumnae Relations
The Catholic High School of Baltimore
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