Friday, January 5, 2024

In This Issue

·        Thank You for Giving

·        Queen for a Day

·        Reflecting on the Epiphany

·        Pizza Fundraiser

·        AHN Wins Christmas Tournament

·        Panther Classic BBall Scramble

·        Alumnae Home for the Holidays

·        Scholarship Spotlight

·        Now Hiring: Multiple Openings

·        Upcoming Admissions Events

·        ALLINforAHN Information Session

·        School Calendar

St. Catherine's Gives Thanks

St. Catherine's Center for Children is giving thanks to the Holy Names Community for supporting the organization this year as part of AHN's Christmas Community Service Project.


"Your support and kindness have a tremendous impact on the lives of those we serve. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts!"


90 gifts in all were collected. Thank you to Ms. Moran (pictured) for organizing.

Queen for a Day

AHN's French Club commemorated the Epiphanie (Epiphany) this week, recognizing the 12-day journey of the three wise men to see the newborn baby Jesus. 


On this day, a traditional "galette des rois" is shared -- a yeast-baked cake topped with candied fruits and sugar. Inside the cake a feve (a lima bean) is hidden. If your slice has the feve, you are queen for the day and are crowned with a gold paper crown. All hail, Queen Annabelle! 

Epiphany Reminder of Many Gifts

Read More of Dr. Kilbridge's Epiphany Reflection Here

By Dr. Martin Kilbridge

As we consider tomorrow’s Feast of the Epiphany, let us rejoice in the light of divine revelation that guided the Magi to the humble manger. We celebrate not only the manifestation of the Christ child to the world but also the profound wisdom and grace this revelation brings to our lives.


May this sacred occasion be a reminder of the transformative power of seeking and recognizing the presence of God in unexpected places.

Pizza Fundraiser for Middle School Trip

SAVE THE DATE!


As if you needed a reason to visit Romo's Pizza and Restaurant, owned by Pizza World Cup Champion Anthony Berghela (aka Gracelyn's dad), be sure to stop by between 4 and 8 p.m. on Wednesday, January 17! A portion of all proceeds made during that time will help our eighth graders raise money for their trip to Washington, D.C.

Holy Names Wins Christmas Tournament at Home


Holy Names went two-for-two in its holiday tournament here at home over Christmas break, topping Proctor High School out of Utica followed by a dramatic buzzer-beating victory over South Glens Falls (click the image to watch).


Basketball is back in action at home vs Voorheesville Friday night starting at 5, and track heads to Springfield, MA for an invitational on Sunday.

Click Here to View Full Athletics Schedule

Panther Classic Returns in January

AHN's girls' youth basketball tournament during Catholic Schools Week is returning in 2024!


Follow the link for more information and to register your team.

Panther Classic Registration

Home for the Holidays

“Oh my gosh, I got such a surprise when I heard it was on there, so I surprised coach Gigs [Steve Gigliello] and went to the Catholic Central game to see it and catch up with him." - Deja Deas '16, on seeing herself on the Carlo Cherubino Athletic Hall of Fame. She talked more about the honor to the Times Union.

Click Here to Read the TU's Feature on Deja

Deja wasn't the only Holy Names alumna home for the holidays.


During halftime of the varsity basketball game versus Burnt Hills, all former players in attendance were honored.

Scholarship Spotlight: Mary Anne Vigliante Endowed Scholarship

The Mary Anne Vigliante Endowed Scholarship of Educational Excellence was established in 2019 to honor Ms. Vigliante's dedication to the school as its former Head of School, Principal, Teacher, and an alumna.


The purpose of the Fund is to support a scholarship for a student attending Academy of the Holy Names who is the daughter of an alumna. This scholarship makes it possible for a student to attend who might not otherwise be able to do so. We thank Ms. Vigliante for her legacy of contributions to Holy Names which continue to give through this scholarship.

Click here to make a gift to the endowed fund in honor of Ms. Vigliante and AHN.

Now Hiring: Chief Financial Officer

Want to join our team at Holy Names? AHN has vacancies, including a Chief Financial Officer, and lacrosse coaches! Visit our employment page for more information.

Visit our Employment Page

Mark Your Calendars: Upcoming Admissions Events

Click Here to Register for Scholarship Exams
Click Here to Register for Pancake Breakfast
Click Here to Register for March Open House

Registration for free tickets to Legally Blonde, and information about the Art Show and New Families Welcome COMING SOON!

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ALLINforAHN is back this February!


If you're interested in helping with this year's fundraiser, or want to become an Ambassador, contact Liz McGarry.


An information session will be held via Zoom on Thursday, January 11 at noon.


Meeting ID: 544 137 3221

Passcode: rH7QHY

ALLINforAHN Zoom Info Session

School Calendar

Next Week


Wednesday, January 10

College Information Night for Juniors, 6 p.m.


Friday, January 12

MLK, Jr. Prayer Service, 9:30 a.m.

Looking Ahead

Monday, January 15

School Closed (MLK, Jr. Day)


Wednesday, January 17

Locker Cleanout

MS Pizza Fundraiser 4 to 8 p.m., Romo's Pizza, Glenmont


Saturday, January 20

Scholarship Qualifying Exam

Click here to view our full school calendar

Enrollment and shadow visits are up! Schedule Your Visit Today!

With 214 students this fall here at Holy Names, we have seen a ten percent increase in enrollment over this time last year! Not to mention shadow visits for next year are up 50% and applications are up 18%


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.

Applications are also now being accepted for the 2024-25 school year! Apply now at ahns.org.

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