Friday, September 8, 2023

In This Issue

·        Ice Cream Social

·        Fall Sports Underway

·        AHN Night at CBA

·        Alumnae Reunion Weekend

·        Athletic HOF Induction

·        Save the Date: Golf Classic

·        AHN Heading to California

·        Meet Our New Team Members

·        Student Council Car Wash

·        Senior Project for RMHC

·        Penny Dolls On Sale Now

·        Now Hiring: Spanish Teacher

·        School Calendar

·        Enrollment Up Ten Percent

Ice Cream Social

AHN's Annual Ice Cream Social was a night to remember!


From the sundae station and food from Gourmeli's Taste food truck, to our sports teams in action, information and swag tables, and selfie station, there was a little something for everyone.


Thank you to the Home School Association, Booster Club, Friends of the Arts, and all our volunteers who helped make the night such a success.

Fall Sports Underway

Sports are back in a big way at Holy Names. Cross country, golf, soccer, JV and Varsity volleyball, and tennis all saw action this week, with the latter two squads picking up their first wins of the season. Our cheerleaders will be leading the charge tonight for AHN Night at CBA.

AHN Athletics Schedule

AHN Night at CBA

CBA vs LaSalle Presale

If you're joining us tonight us for food, friendship, and fun at AHN Night at the Christian Brothers Academy vs. La Salle Institute football game at CBA at 5 p.m., get there early to get your parking space!


We look forward to seeing you cheer with our cheer squad in the AHN tailgate tent. Be sure to say hi to Penny the Panther while you're there and enjoy a free dinner with AHN students, families, teachers, and alumnae. Don't forget to wear your Holy Names apparel and take photos at the selfie station.


Reservations are NOW CLOSED. For those attending, you can purchase your game tickets via presale.

Alumnae Reunion Weekend

Attention: alumnae.


You're invited to Alumnae Reunion weekend, September 22-24.


We will be hosting the Circle of Gold and Silver Induction Ceremony, as well as unveiling our two hallway murals: one to commemorate AHN's storied history, and the other, "The Carlo Cherubino Athletic Hall of Fame."


The Hall of Fame Induction honoring athletes of distinction will be held as well, followed by a cocktail reception.

Click Here to Register

AHN Athletic Hall of Fame Induction

Congratulations to the 2023 inductees to the AHN Athletic Hall of Fame: the 2005 Cross Country Team, Leah Triller '14, Jennifer Smith Wade '03, John O'Sullivan P '12, Kristin McCoy '07, and Catherine Maloy '13.


Join us on Sunday, September 24 as we honor these athletes and contributors, dedicate the new Carlo Cherubino Athletic Hall of Fame, and unveil a special tribute to all previous HOF inductees.


Follow the link to register and contact emcgarry@ahns.org by 9/14 to celebrate your favorite coach or athlete with a program ad.

Click Here to Register

AHN Golf Classic

AHN's Annual Golf Classic is set to tee off on Monday, October 2 at Normanside Country Club.


This year's competition features a pink twist, with a portion of the proceeds benefiting To Life!, an organization promoting breast cancer awareness.


Registration information will be available soon.


Anyone interested in serving on the Golf Committee to help plan this event can email Liz McGarry or call 518 438-7895 x602.

AHN is California Dreaming

Please email your RSVP by 9/22 to:

Kristin Vivian, Director of Institutional Advancement

or call 518-438-7895 x219

Join President Kilbridge and other AHN alumnae during his visit to the West coast to meet, reminisce, and hear about the great things happening on campus! 


Los Angeles Area Gathering

Saturday, October 7

11 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Whiskey Red's Restaurant and Marina, 13813 Fiji Way, Marina Del Ray


San Francisco Area Gathering

Saturday, October 14  

12 p.m. to 2 p.m.

McCormick & Kuleto's Seafood Restaurant

900 North Point Street, San Francisco


Complementary lunch will be provided at each gathering. 

Meet Our New Team Members

Christopher Johnson

High School Math Teacher

Mr. Johnson has a bachelor’s degree in mathematics from Portland State University and an MAT with certification in Basic Math and Advanced Math from Concordia University.

Meghan Devenney

Middle School Math Teacher

Ms. Devenney is a recent graduate of Siena College and served as a substitute teacher at Holy Names last year.

Kate Kosek

Art Teacher

Ms. Kotsek is AHN's new Art Teacher. She comes aboard with a bachelor’s degree in Painting and Fine Arts from SUNY New Paltz and a master’s in Studio Art from Georgia State University. In addition to teaching collegiate-level courses, Ms. Kotsek has led professional development workshops in various mediums.

Tina Pantuso

Social Worker

Ms. Pantuso is also a therapist with a private practice providing mental health and substance abuse counseling to teens and adults in Delmar, Niskayuna and via telehealth. Ms. Pantuso received her bachelor’s degree in educational psychology at Cornell University and her master’s degree in social work from the University of Pennsylvania.

Reagan Schwartz

Administrative Assistant

to the Principal

Ms. Schwartz, a former assistant and substitute teacher, takes over for the retiring Norma Martino as Administrative Assistant to the Principal. Most recently, the Union College graduate served as a substitute teacher for the Roman Catholic Diocese of Albany and as an Assistant for the Schwartz Law Firm.

Vanessa Fulmore

Golf Coach

Ms. Fulmore is our new Varsity Golf Coach. She has extensive coaching and volunteer experience as Founder of 20/20 Golf: A Vanessa Fulmore Golf Academy and a Lead Life Skills Coach at the First Tee of Western New York. A former player herself, Ms. Fulmore was a member of The College of St. Rose’s Division II team and played on the Western New York PGA Junior Tour.

Nicole Orcutt

Varsity Swim Coach

Nicole Orcutt is AHN's new Swim Coach. At SUNY Brockport, she became a record holder in three individual events and one relay, was named captain her senior year, was a two-time SUNYAC “Swimmer of the Week,” and was named 3rd team SUNYAC All-Conference team.

Karin Quaglia

Diving Coach

Karin Quaglia is our new diving coach and joins AHN with more than a decade of coaching experience. She has been a diving coach at Wolferts Roost Country Club since 2012, and was a diver at Albany Academy for Girls and The College of Saint Rose.

Maura Tuffey '10

Asst Varsity Soccer Coach

Maura Tuffey '10 will be assisting Varsity Soccer Coach Teagan Waddingham. The former varsity standout at AHN - who won the Colonial Council Championship her senior year - went on to play at Alfred State College, where she was named to the 1st team All-Northeast Region, All-Regional Tournament, All-WNYAC and 2nd team All-American by the National Soccer Coaches Association of America.

Ashley Augustine

Cheerleading Coach

Ashley Augustine is our new Cheerleading coach and joins AHN with more than a decade of coaching experience. A graduate of The College of St. Rose, Ashley has coached cheerleading for Ravena Pop Warner and JV cheerleading at RCS High School.

Sharon Greene

Director of Fall Drama Production


Maura Tuffey '10 will be assisting Varsity Soccer Coach Teagan Waddingham.

Car Wash to Benefit Student Council

AHN's Student Council will be hosting a car wash this Sunday, September 10, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. here on the Holy Names campus.


Donations will be accepted with proceeds benefitting student activities.

Senior Project to Benefit RMHC

Senior Ryleigh Hotaling is hitting the ground running, getting started on her service project for the start of the school year. She's helping collect items to benefit the Ronald McDonald House Charities of the Capital Region. Follow the link to view the wishlist of needed items, which can be dropped off at the special dropbox in our lobby.

Click Here to View Wishlist

Get Your Penny Dolls!

Looking for the perfect back-to-school gift?


For only $10, these 9" (standing) AHN collectibles can be yours! Show your Panther Pride wherever you go!


Follow the link to place your order for pick-up at the front desk or to have them shipped to you (add $5 per item).

Click Here to Order

Now Hiring: Part-Time Spanish Teacher

Want to join our team at Holy Names? AHN has an immediate opening for a part-time Spanish teacher! Visit our employment page for more information on this and other opportunities.

Visit our Employment Page

School Calendar

Next Week


Monday, September 11

First Day of School (Uniforms Worn)

Bus Service Begins

Click here to view our full school calendar

Looking Ahead


Tuesday, September 19

8th Grade Trip to Chingachgook

11th/12th Grade Trip to Siena College


Wednesday, September 20

Activities Fair


Thursday, September 21

Opening of School Liturgy


Friday, September 21 - Sunday, September 24

Alumnae Reunion Weekend


Sunday, September 24

Athletic HOF Induction, 10:30 a.m.


Monday, September 25

Back to School Night, 6:30 p.m.


Friday, September 29

9th Grade Retreat

Enrollment is up! Schedule Your Visit Today!

With 209 students beginning the fall semester here at Holy Names, we have seen a ten percent increase in enrollment over this time last year!


A Holy Names education is an investment in the future, and the benefits of an all-girls education are more attainable than ever thanks to a tuition-restructuring for the 2023-24 academic year.


Know a family interested in learning more about the AHN experience? Have them reach out to Admissions Director Ann Rento at extension x202.

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