Deus Providebit, God Will Provide

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ARCHBISHOP CHAPELLE HIGH SCHOOL Ÿ METAIRIE, LOUISIANA
Deus Providebit, God Will Provide
ALUMNAE SUCCESS Ÿ GALA Ÿ RENOVATION & STEM CENTER Ÿ LEGACY EVENTS Archbishop Chapelle High School
Mission Statement
The mission of Archbishop Chapelle High School is the establishment of a Catholic educational community
of excellence in which the spiritual, academic, and social development of our students is accomplished,
trusting that Deus Providebit...
God Will Provide.
Table of Contents
3. Award Recipients
4. Alumnae Success
6. Emerald Gala
7. Student Council & Class Officers
8. New STEM Center
9. Open House
10. Student Scholarships
15. Class of 2015 Graduation
16. Athletics
17. Fine Arts
18. Legacy Events
22. Alumnae Snapshots
23. Chipmunk Reunions
24. Our Catholic Mission
25. Chipmunk Babies
26. Memorials
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Deus Providebit Award
Mr. and Mrs. Carl and Millie McNamara Moore ’68
Carl and Millie have been married for over 40 years and have three children:
Stele, Sean, and Colleen. Their daughter Colleen is a 2007 graduate of
Archbishop Chapelle. Millie graduated from Chapelle in 1968 and has worked
at Tulane University in the Health Sciences Library since 1974. She is currently
the Coordinator of Collection Management and Public Services and has been
an active member of various local, regional, and national library organizations.
She has chaired many committees and has held many offices, including
President of SCC/MLA, and was awarded the SCC/MLA Distinguished
Service Award in 2005.
Photo by Loupe Photography
Carl was born in Illinois but claims New Orleans as his home. He retired from William B. Reilly after 40 years in the
purchasing department and as Purchasing Manager. Carl is very active in local soccer organizations, and is currently
Director of U6 at City Park for Louisiana Fire Juniors. He was awarded the Outstanding Coach Award 2013-2014 by
Louisiana Fire Juniors for his many years of coaching for the association. Carl and Millie are also active members of St.
Christopher Parish as Extraordinary Ministers and have volunteered within the parish for many activities.
Carl and Millie became involved with the Chapelle Parents’ Club as soon as Colleen became a student. They have both
chaired several committees and Millie has served as Treasurer and corresponding Secretary. Carl and Millie have
volunteered and continue to help with the Chapelle Craft Fair. Carl and Millie were chairs for Prom Fest in 2007
after chairing the decorations committee from 2004 through 2006. They have chaired the decorations committee for the
Emerald Gala since 2004, and were the Emerald Gala Chairs in 2012 and 2013. Millie has also been a member of the
Chapelle Alumnae Board since 2005.
Millie says, “When either of us volunteers, we both become involved.” Millie and Carl are exemplary volunteers who have
remained loyal to Chapelle over the years, and continue to dedicate their time and hard work to helping our school.
Alumna of the Year
Dr. Cherie Drez Bragg ’86, MD
Cherie Drez Bragg earned her B.S. and M.D. from Louisiana State University after
graduating from Chapelle in 1986. She completed her post-graduate training at LSU’s
School of Medicine in Internal Medicine/Pediatrics. She is a Board Certified Physician, a
member of the American College of Physicians, and a fellow in the American Academy of
Pediatrics. Cherie practices at MacArthur Primary Care Center in New Orleans, where she
is co-owner.
Dr. Bragg has held several leadership roles throughout her career; including Chief Resident
in Internal Medicine/Pediatrics from 1997-1998, Chief of Medicine at Ochsner Medical
Center-Westbank from 2006-2010, Chief of Staff at OMC-Westbank from 2010-2013, and
Medical Director at Serenity Hospice Services since 2001.
Cherie married Dr. James Bragg, MD on March 2, 2013 and they have a 15-year-old
stepson, James, who is a freshman at Jesuit. Cherie is a true New Orleanian who loves The Saints, Carnival, Sno Balls,
and Crawfish. She loves to go to festivals when she can and is an avid supporter of the Saints, Pelicans, and LSU.
Archbishop Chapelle is honored to name Cherie as the 2016 Alumna of the Year because of her constant support of our
school and her generosity. Even though she is incredibly busy, Cherie continues to give back to her alma mater. Cherie is
an exemplary Chapelle graduate who helps her community and remains loyal to green and white.
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God will
Provide,
Inspire,
You will Succeed
Chapelle will
Susanne “Susie” Tully ’81 – 2016 Audubon Pilgrimage Chairman
Susie graduated from Chapelle in 1981 and attended LSU, where she received a B.S. in Chemical
Engineering in 1985 and later became a licensed Professional Engineer in Louisiana. During her career
in the chemical industry, she had the opportunity to work at several top chemical manufacturers in
south Louisiana. Susie was also actively involved with the Louisiana Chemical Association by serving
on the Public Affairs, Workforce Development, and Environmental Committees. She was honored to
be inducted into the LSU College of Engineering Dean’s Club in
1996, an award that recognizes the professional contributions of
engineering alumni.
Susie and her husband Tom have been residents of West Feliciana Parish since 1993 and
have been actively involved with the pilgrimage ever since. Susie has served as a House
Docent, Rural Homestead Docent, and Cemetery Tour Coordinator. She currently
serves on the West Feliciana Parish Tourist Commission, West Feliciana Historical
Society Board, and the St. Francisville Symphony Association Board.
Srinee Bajaj ’11 – Business Development Associate
Srinee graduated from Chapelle in 2011 and attended Loyola University New Orleans, where she
graduated Cum Laude with a degree in Finance from the College of Business. She was a Cardoner
Leadership Scholar and a member of the Beta Gamma Sigma Honor Society. Srinee is currently a
Business Development Associate on a Corporate Executive Board in Washington, D.C.
When asked about her special memories from Chapelle, Srinee regards Taco Tuesday as one of her
favorites. She remarks, “I definitely injured myself once or twice running to that line, but I don’t
regret it for anything!”
“Success doesn’t mean money or power to me, it means helping others and making an impact. Chapelle helped me define that.
It instilled a set of core values in me that I was able to carry over to Loyola and now to the professional world.
I’m not Catholic; however, Catholic values are deeply rooted in me and these values are something
I look back on whenever I’m faced with adversity.”
-Srinee Bajaj ’11
Kelly Brignac ’08 – Harvard Ph.D. Candidate
Kelly graduated from Chapelle in 2008, Magna Cum Laude. She graduated from Millsaps
College in 2012 with a B.A. in History, Summa Cum Laude with Honors, and received a full
scholarship for all four years at Millsaps. Kelly then graduated from Vanderbilt University in
2015 with an M.A. in History with a 3.9 GPA. She is currently at Harvard studying for her
Ph.D. in History, with a focus on the history of the French Empire. She speaks French and
Spanish, and is learning Wolof, one of the indigenous languages of Senegal in West Africa.
Kelly says, “Chapelle taught me to be a kind, generous, and caring person. The volunteer work I
did taught me how to empathize with people different from myself. This helps me be a better
historian; I am able to understand people who lived long ago. Chapelle also taught me the value of hard work and not
giving up—even when I thought I would never do well in algebra!”
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Alumnae Success
“One of my favorite memories is definitely the end of Mass on the first day of eighth grade. The band played ‘We are Family,’
and that’s the moment I knew that I would be at home at Chapelle.”
-Kelly Brignac ’08
Sarah Fedele ’96 – Advisory Principal
After graduating from Chapelle, Sarah attended LSU and graduated in 2000 with a degree in
Information Systems and Decision Sciences and a concentration in Internal Audit. She has been
with Deloitte & Touche LLP for the past 15 years in both the Houston and New York offices and
had the honor of being admitted to her firm’s partnership in August 2013.
Sarah currently leads the internal audit practice and overall talent strategy within Deloitte
Advisory’s Energy & Resources industry practice. She also has a regional leadership role
supporting the Women’s Initiative, and serves as the Lead University Principal responsible for her
firm’s relationship with LSU.
“Chapelle gave me the foundation I needed to be a natural leader amongst leaders. Building confidence in myself, working closely
with others, and developing lasting and trusting relationships were strengths that I developed during my time at Chapelle.
I will forever be loyal to green and white.”
-Sarah Fedele ’96
Dr. Catherine Fitzmorris ’73 – Ophthalmologist
Dr. Fitzmorris is a widely known and respected Ophthalmologist in the Metairie area. She
graduated Magna Cum Laude from Loyola University New Orleans and earned her M.D. at
Louisiana State University Medical Center in New Orleans. Dr. Fitzmorris was the Chief Resident
for the Department of Ophthalmology during her residency. She is Board Certified and has been in
private practice in Metairie since 1985.
Dr. Fitzmorris has been featured in New Orleans Magazine several times as the city’s “Top
Ophthalmologist” and “Nurses Choice.” Dr. Fitzmorris has been very involved at Chapelle over the
years and continues to give back to her alma mater through advisory and financial support.
“Through the supportive, tight-knit community that is Chapelle, I developed the confidence and leadership skills necessary to
become a female physician.”
-Dr. Michelle Knecht ’04 Dr. Michelle Knecht ’04 – Pediatrician
Michelle was Valedictorian at Chapelle in the Class of 2004 and graduated Summa Cum Laude
from LSU in 2008, majoring in Biochemistry with a minor in Psychology. She then earned her
M.D. from LSUHSC-New Orleans in 2012, and completed her pediatric residency training at Duke
in 2015. Michelle is a Board Certified Pediatrician, and is currently undergoing subspecialty
training in neonatology at LSUHSC-NO.
Michelle remembers her favorite memories at Chapelle as “playing in the state softball
championship game and hitting a homerun, sitting outside and eating lunch with my best friends,
giving tours and recruiting new students at Open House as an Ambassador, and showing my
chipmunk spunk while plastered in green face paint at spirit rallies.”
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Emerald Gala
Archbishop Chapelle High School’s Emerald Gala this past year set a new record, raising $125,000! The evening included a
Patron Party for our top benefactors with music by the Rummel-Chapelle Jazz Band, followed by the Emerald Gala with
dinner and music by the band Witness. Guests enjoyed raffles, live and silent auctions, and socializing with friends.
You can register for the 2016 Emerald Gala online at www.501auctions.com/chapelle. Please consider purchasing a table
with your classmates and friends to help benefit our school. All of the proceeds from this year’s Emerald Gala will fund
Chapelle’s much needed $1.2 million new air conditioning system in the main building. We are consciously “going greener”
this year to save money and be more environmentally friendly. We hope you will help us “go green” at the Gala!
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2015-2016
STUDENT COUNCIL & CLASS OFFICERS
Student Council E-Board
President Maggie Butler
Vice President Sydney Forsythe
Secretary Elizabeth Hattier
Treasurer Margaret Shepherd
Historian Victoria Schnauder
Senior Class Officers
Junior Class Officers
President Linsey St. Pierre
Vice President Kaylee Madron
Secretary Samantha Mracich
Treasurer Emily Kennedy
Historian Iris Medal
President Francesca DeVille
Vice President Lindsey Tizzard
Secretary Shayla Rivera
Treasurer Ava Arcemont
Historian Madeline Matherne
Sophomore Class Officers
Freshman Class Officers
8th Grade Class Officers
President Indya Tutt
Vice President Megan Hingle
Secretary Mia Ramirez
Treasurer Rebecca Willis
Historian Mallory Panzavecchia
President Taylor Landry
Vice President Jacqueline Dantagnan
Secretary Gabriella Cipriani
Treasurer Camryn Jeansonne
Historian Gabrielle Brister
President Jenna Forsythe
Vice President Shelby Frazier
Secretary Abigayle Flesch
Treasurer Abby Reames
Historian Annalyssa Flesch
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Students of the Year
Congratulations to Senior Linsey St. Pierre and 8th Grader Sarah Grosse for being named
the Archbishop Chapelle High School 2015 Students of the Year! The Students of the
Year Awards Program is designed to recognize outstanding elementary, middle/junior
high, and high school students.
The Students of the Year Awards Program, patterned after the Teacher of the Year
Awards Program, is an excellent opportunity to recognize those students who have
demonstrated superb academic achievement, leadership ability, and citizenship.
Campus Renovation with a State-of-the-Art
STEM Center
Archbishop Chapelle’s campus-wide renovation project this past year was a crucial
step in the rebranding and refurbishment of our school. Starting in summer 2015, we
invested in new ceilings, floors, carpeting, paint, doors, bathrooms, and artwork to
provide the most competitive learning environment for our students.
The most exciting aspect of Chapelle’s renovation project is a new state-of-the-art
STEM Center that will be complete this May. The center will include several fully
functional labs with new equipment and additional classroom space to accommodate
more students. This project will enable our science and technology teachers to teach
more rigorous material and challenge our students to achieve new heights.
We live in an age where science, technology, and engineering fields are becoming
increasingly competitive and producing lucrative career opportunities. Our school
currently offers Computer Science Principals, Probability & Statistics, Robotics,
Robotics Engineering, and Web Design courses. As we look to the future, Chapelle’s
STEM initiative strives to adequately prepare our students to pursue science,
technology, engineering, and mathematics fields in both high school and college so
that they have the foundation and drive to succeed in their future careers.
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Open House 2015
Archbishop Chapelle High School had the most successful Open House ever this past
November. Prospective students and their families heard from the talented RummelChapelle Band and enjoyed performances by the Chapellettes, Cheerleaders, and HiSteppers in the upgraded gymnasium before hearing from members of our administration
and touring the beautifully renovated campus.
We heard such positive feedback from prospective students and parents about the quality of our students, faculty, staff,
parents, and alumnae. Thank you to all who volunteered their time and energy to making this night an incredible success.
Archbishop Chapelle’s enrollment for the 2016-2017 school year has overreached our expectations! Thank you again for
your continued support of our school and for your loyalty to green and white.
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CLASS OF 2015
Scholarship List
KATHRYN ELIZABETH BANCROFT
Choir Award, Northwestern State University of Louisiana
Theatre Award, Northwestern State University of Louisiana
MEGAN ELISE BERCEGEAY
Academic Excellence Scholarship, The University of Southern Mississippi
Regional Scholarship, The University of Southern Mississippi
EMILY MARY BIERMAN
High School Scholarship, The Fraternal Order of Police, Crescent City Lodge
SARAH JEAN BONGIOVANNI
Ignatian Leader Award, Spring Hill College
PAIGE MARIE BOTTS
UNO Excellence Scholarship Award, The University of New Orleans
SAMANTHA ELISE BROUILLETTE
Gautrelet Award, Spring Hill College
BRIANNE SIERRA CARTER
Gautrelet Award, Spring Hill College
LAUREN ALYSE COLE
Academic Honor Scholarship, Southeastern Louisiana University
Housing Scholarship, Southeastern Louisiana University
KELSEY NICOLE CONLEY
Gautrelet Award, Spring Hill College
STACEY ANN CORASS
Catholic Youth Leadership Award, Knights of Columbus Council #9347
Honors Scholarship, Southeastern Louisiana University
Housing Scholarship, Southeastern Louisiana University
SAVANNAH KAREN CROWLEY
Regional Scholarship, The University of Southern Mississippi
MARY ELIZABETH DUFRESNE
Academic Scholarship, Ave Maria University
Catholic High School Scholarship, Ave Maria University
New Orleans Archdiocese Fantastic Four Scholarship, Ave Maria University
Merit Scholarship, Our Lady of Holy Cross College
Provost’s Scholarship, University of Dallas
JENNA PENNY DUHE
Regional Scholarship, The University of Southern Mississippi
SARAH RENEE DUPONT
LSU Tiger Excellence Resident Award, Louisiana State University
Outstanding Student Award, Louisiana Tech University
Presidential Scholar Award, Spring Hill College
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Academic Scholarship, University of Louisiana Lafayette
Distinguished Freshman Housing Scholarship, University of Louisiana Lafayette
Academic Excellence Tier I Award, University of Louisiana at Monroe
DALIA HANY EL-DESOKY
2015 Helen Abbott Community Service Award, Arab American Institute Foundation
President’s Scholarship, Loyola University New Orleans
UNO Excellence Scholarship Award, The University of New Orleans
Xavier University Scholarship, Xavier University of Louisiana
MEGHAN EMILY FALCON
Outstanding Student Award, Louisiana Tech University
Portier Leader Award, Spring Hill College
Distinguished Freshman Scholarship, University of Louisiana Lafayette
Academic Excellence Non-Resident Award, The University of Mississippi
Academic Excellence Scholarship, The University of Mississippi
RACHEL QUINN FERNANDEZ
Dean’s Scholarship, Loyola University of New Orleans
KAITLYN MARIE FONTAINE
Regional Scholarship, The University of Southern Mississippi
DAYANA BRILLITH FRAZER
Dean’s Scholarship, Loyola University New Orleans
Father Thomas Chambers, CSC Scholarship, Our Lady of Holy Cross College
Merit Scholarship, Our Lady of Holy Cross College
Honors Scholarship, Southeastern Louisiana University
Xavier University Scholarship, Xavier University of Louisiana
ELIZABETH MARIE GILMORE
Belhaven University Scholarship, Belhaven University
Presidential Scholarship, The King’s College
Sam Scholar Award, Sam Houston State University
Centennial Scholarship, University of Louisiana Lafayette
BRITTANY NICOLE GRATIA
Freshman Honor Scholarship, Southeastern Louisiana University
HOLLY KATHRYN HAMPTON
NSU Scholars Award, Nicholls State University
Room and Board Scholarship, Nicholls State University
Outstanding Student Award, Northwestern State University
President’s Honor Scholarship, Northwestern State University
Academic Scholarship, University of Louisiana Lafayette
Distinguished Freshman Housing Scholarship, University of Louisiana Lafayette
JENNIFER LAUREN HART
Distinguished Freshman Scholarship, University of Louisiana Lafayette
UNO Excellence Scholarship Award, University of New Orleans
SAVANNAH NICOLE HELLER
Belhaven University Scholarship, Belhaven University
Presidential Scholarship, King’s College
Sam Scholar Award, Sam Houston State University
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RACHEL ANNE INCARDONA
Distinguished Freshman Scholarship, University of Louisiana Lafayette
KAELYN MARGIE JOHNSON
Dean’s Scholarship, Loyola University Chicago
Golden Opportunity Scholarship, The University of Southern Mississippi
Regional Scholarship, The University of Southern Mississippi
CHAR-LEE ANGELLE JOSEPH
Belhaven University Scholarship, Belhaven University
ASHLEY MARIE JUNEAU
Magis Scholarship, Loyola University New Orleans
Ace’s Tier II Award, University of Louisiana of Monroe
MALLORY ELIZABETH KNUDSEN
CUA Scholarship, The Catholic University of America
Presidential Academic Scholarship, The George Washington University
LSU Academic Scholars Resident Award, Louisiana State University
ELIZABETH MARY LEBLANC
Merit Scholarship, Our Lady of Holy Cross College
CASSIE ANN LEGENDRE
NSU Scholars Award, Nicholls State University
Room and Board Scholarship, Nicholls State University
Honors Scholarship, Southeastern Louisiana University
Housing Scholarship, Southeastern Louisiana University
Golden Opportunity Scholarship, The University of Southern Mississippi
Regional Scholarship, The University of Southern Mississippi
MIA NICOLE LEMOINE
Academic Scholarship, Louisiana State University of Alexandria
Regional Scholarship, The University of Southern Mississippi
DANIELA PATRICIA LOPEZ
President’s Scholarship, Loyola University New Orleans
Merit Scholarship, Our Lady of Holy Cross College
Ignatian Leader Award, Spring Hill College
Xavier University Scholarship, Xavier University of Louisiana
CHELSEY JANÉE MAIDEN
Belhaven University Scholarship, Belhaven University
Burger King Scholar’s Award, Burger King Scholars Program
Freshman Academic Scholarship, Mississippi State University
Non-Resident Academic Excellence Scholarship, Mississippi State University
JACQUELINE NICOLE MANNO
Academic Scholarship, Louisiana State University of Alexandria
Academic Scholarship, Our Lady of the Lake University
MARISSA ELIZABETH MASON
Duquesne University Academic Scholarship, Duquesne University
Portier Leader Award, Spring Hill College
Golden Opportunity Scholarship, The University of Southern Mississippi
Regional Scholarship, The University of Southern Mississippi
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GENESIS SARAI MATA
Merit Scholarship, Our Lady of Holy Cross College
LACIE ELIZABETH MCRAE
Belhaven University Scholarship, Belhaven University
Merit Scholarship, Our Lady of Holy Cross College
Roger LeBlanc Endowed Scholarship, Our Lady of Holy Cross College
First Time Freshman Scholarship, Our Lady of Holy Cross College
Honors Scholarship, Southeastern Louisiana University
Ignatian Leader Award, Spring Hill College
Xavier University Scholarship, Xavier University of Louisiana
JANET LEE NELSON
Belhaven University Scholarship, Belhaven University
Regional Scholarship, The University of Southern Mississippi
ALYSSA ANGELLE NEWSHAM
Gautrelet Award, Spring Hill College
KATHERINE MICHAELA NUGENT
LSU Tiger Excellence Resident Award, Louisiana State University
AYLIN VICTORIA PADILLA
Honors Scholarship, Southeastern Louisiana University
LINDSEY ELIZABETH POWELL
Regional Scholarship, The University of Southern Mississippi
BRITTANY MARIE PRIEUR
Catholic Youth Leadership Award 2014-2015, Knights of Columbus Louisiana State Council, St. Edward the
Confessor Parish
Leadership Scholarship, The University of Southern Mississippi
QIANYI “BETH” QU
LSU Tiger Excellence Resident Award, Louisiana State University
Outstanding Student Award, Louisiana Tech University
Metairie Woman’s Club Scholarship, Metairie Women’s Club
Academic Achievement Award, Tulane University
Collegiate Scholar Scholarship Award, The University of Alabama
Dean’s Engineering Excellence Scholarship, The University of Alabama
Thermo Fisher STEM Engineering Scholarship, University of Wisconsin – Madison
BRÉANA NICOLE RAMSEY
Skip Bertman Leadership Endowed Scholarship, Louisiana State University
ALYSSA FAITH RIEDER
LSU Academic Scholars Resident Award, Louisiana State University
National Merit Finalist Scholarship, The University of Alabama
Patterson Scholarship, University of Kentucky
National Merit Finalist Scholarship, The University of Texas at Dallas
DARBIE MARIE ROQUES
Regional Scholarship, The University of Southern Mississippi
KAITLYN MARIE SEIDEL
Regional Scholarship, The University of Southern Mississippi
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BROOKLYNE MARIE SMITH
Mac Kasaoka Memorial Scholarship, Louisiana State University College of Agriculture
LAURA LYNETTE TRACY LSU Tiger Excellence Resident Award, Louisiana State University
Outstanding Student Award, Louisiana Tech University
Academic Excellence Award, Northwestern State University
NSU Award, Northwestern State University
President’s Honor Scholarship, Northwestern State University
President’s Scholarship, Northwestern State University
Merit Scholarship, Our Lady of Holy Cross College
Honors Scholarship, Southeastern Louisiana University
Housing Scholarship, Southeastern Louisiana University
Presidential Scholar Award, Spring Hill College
Academic Excellence Scholarship, The University of Southern Mississippi
Regional Scholarship, The University of Southern Mississippi
ALEXANDRA ELLIOTTE WALTERS
Academic Scholarship, Ave Maria University
Catholic High School Scholarship, Ave Maria University
Belhaven Award, Belhaven University
Provost Scholarship, Franciscan University of Steubenville
Portier Leader Award, Spring Hill College
Presidential Scholar Award, Spring Hill College
VICTORIA ASHLEE WILSON
Gautrelet Award, Spring Hill College
ABIGAIL MARIE YOUNG
Louisiana State University Colorguard Award, Louisiana State University
Ignatian Leader Award, Spring Hill College
VICTORIA LYNN YOUNG
NSU Scholars Award, Nicholls State University
Room and Board Scholarship, Nicholls State University
Honors Scholarship, Southeastern Louisiana University
Housing Scholarship, Southeastern University
Academic Excellence Scholarship, University of Louisiana Lafayette
2015-2016 Academic Scholarships
Scholarship Winners:
Bailey Gosset (St. Joan of Arc), Brenda Hebert (Chapelle 8th Grader),
Breanna Macaluso (St. Matthew the Apostle), Lauren Nash (St. Mary
Magdalen), Evie Petit (J.C. Ellis), Emily Sabido (St. Edward the
Confessor), and Molly Snakenberg (Chapelle 8th Grader)
Full Scholarship Winners:
Sarah Grosse (Ascension of our Lord), Abigail Southworth (St. Philip Neri)
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Graduation at The Saenger
Rigorous Academics
Archbishop Chapelle High School is challenging students to succeed like never before with an entirely enhanced
curriculum, increased Advanced Placement and Dual-Enrollment classes, and mandatory ACT Prep for all students. Our
faculty has undergone extensive training in the most up-to-date pedagogy and latest technology. Chapelle’s Curriculum
Coordinator, Shanna Gosey, has been instrumental in bolstering our curriculum and increasing student engagement
through daily classroom walkthroughs and faculty in-service workshops. Over 80% of our students graduate with TOPS,
and this past year the Class of 2015 was awarded over $8 million in college scholarships. Great teachers are the foundation
of a great school, and we are lucky to have a phenomenal teaching staff here at Chapelle.
This fall, Chapelle students had the opportunity to ask successful alumnae and local professionals about pursuing various
college majors and careers. Alumna Lauren Belsome Gould ’04, an X-ray Technician at EJGH, spoke to students in Ms.
Doody’s Biology II class during their skeletal system unit. Anatomy and Physiology students were also fortunate to speak
with Dr. Kendall Hales about the physical therapy field. Dr. Hales is a Physical Therapist at Crane Rehab in New Orleans
who earned her M.S. in Physical Therapy from LSU and her clinical Ph.D. from Texas Tech.
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This has been an exciting school year for Chapelle Athletics. We are pleased to announce the completion of an incredible
renovation to our gymnasium. The new gym boasts a beautiful wooden floor, new sound system, lights, lockers,
bathrooms, artwork, and recognition banners featuring our star athletes. The weight room has also been significantly
enhanced for our athletes to use for training. Ella Fountain continues to impress at Chapelle in her roles as Soccer Coach
and the new Athletic Director. We also welcome Kyle Wooderson as the new Assistant Athletic Director.
Our volleyball team had a great season under Coach
Shannon Spafford and made it to the Pontchartrain
Center. Seniors Kayla Jones, Emily Kennedy, Samantha
Mracich, and Lyndsey Sallinger won All Academic for
each earning a 4.0 GPA while playing volleyball. Kayla
Jones was selected to All State and Samantha Mracich
signed with Nicholls State University with a softball
scholarship! Chapelle athletes are certainly excelling in
both athletics and academics. We are excited for another
successful season this spring semester in Basketball,
Golf, Soccer, Softball, Tennis, and Track & Field.
Chateau Tennis Courts
Archbishop Chapelle’s new partnership with Chateau
Country Club is a wonderful opportunity for our golf
and tennis teams. We are equally pleased to announce
Chateau tennis professional Lee McAllister as Chapelle’s
new head tennis coach.
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Fine Arts at Chapelle
Chapelle is well known for its fantastic fine arts program; including art, band, choir, and theatre. Our student artists and
musicians regularly win awards. This past December, 8th Grader Alyssa Schiaffino, Sophomore Cassie Ohlmeyer, and
Senior Paige Verdin were winners in the Keep Christ in Christmas artwork and essay contest. Musicians Gabriella
Cipriani (French horn), Sarah Grosse (trumpet), Brenda Hebert (percussion), Gracie McCroskey (clarinet), Alex Rusnak
(trumpet), Brooke Siegle (flute), and Abby Southworth (trumpet) were selected into the LMEA District VI Junior High
Honor Band. Senior Taylor Sparacello (clarinet) was selected into the LMEA District VI Senior High Honor Band.
Our Choir and Chorale, led by Trish Foti, continues to impress audiences at monthly Mass and special events. Honors
Choir students recently qualified for District VI Honor Choir and All State. Chapelle’s Theatre Department, led by English
Teachers Shelby Butera and Andrew Zutell, performed “A Charlie Brown Christmas” as the first play of the school year.
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Veterans Day Celebration
On November 11, Archbishop Chapelle held a Veterans Day Celebration to honor all of the veterans who serve our great
country. The Rummel-Chapelle Band and Chapelle Choir performed iconic patriotic songs. Guest speaker HM2 LaKicha
Ellzey, E5 Navy gave an inspiring talk to students about wearing uniforms for one’s country and one’s school with pride.
We are honored to have Rummel-Chapelle Band Director 1SG Nicholas Compagno, U.S. Army, and many other
Veterans in our Chapelle family join us in remembrance of our heroes.
Golf Tournament
This year’s Golf Tournament was a huge success! We raised a total of $16,000 that directly impacted our students by
funding our campus-wide renovation. Archbishop Chapelle would like to thank all of the sponsors and players in the
“Turkey Shoot Out” golf tournament that supported our school while enjoying a beautiful day out on the green.
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Loyal to Green and White Night
On October 14, Chapelle held a special night for alumnae and their middle school female family members to celebrate the
Chapelle legacy. Past, current, and future Chipmunks enjoyed dinner and speeches accompanied by music from the
talented Chorale. It is wonderful to see so many moms, daughters, aunts, and nieces living the green and white legacy!
Legacy Mass
Archbishop Chapelle held a Legacy Mass to celebrate life and the green and white legacy during Pro-Life Week in
November. Mass was presided by Rev. Christian DeLerno, Chapelle Chaplain, and assisted by Deacon Drea Capaci.
Choir Teacher Trish Foti directed the Chorale. After Mass, Chapelle alumnae mothers and their daughters enjoyed a
reception in the renovated cafeteria where past and present Chipmunks shared fond memories of their alma mater.
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Breakfast with Santa
On December 5, Chapelle held Breakfast with Santa for alumnae and their families. Chipmunk adults and children
enjoyed breakfast, crafts, games, performances, and the ever-popular pictures with Santa!
Grandparents Day
On January 9, Chapelle held Grandparents Day for students and their families. The day included a prayer service; a
student reading; performances by the Chapellettes, Cheerleaders, Hi-Steppers, and the Rummel-Chapelle Band; classroom
tours where grandparents could meet our faculty; and dinner. It was a well-attended event with over 500 guests, and was
wonderful for students and their grandparents to be together on campus for prayer and socializing.
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Cocktails in the Courtyard
On November 20, Chapelle held its annual Cocktails in the Courtyard to welcome alumnae back on campus for a night of
fun with old classmates and friends. Chipmunk alumnae had a blast socializing, touring the beautiful renovated campus,
and winning raffle prizes. Congratulations to the Class of 1975 for having the most alumnae in attendance!
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Alumnae Snapshots
Class of ’15 Yearbook Distribution
Class of ’76 at St. Louis Cathedral
Alumnae Brunch
Houston Visit Crawfish Boil
Class of ’76 Monthly Socials
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Chipmunk Reunions
Class of 1980
Class of 1975 Class of 1985
Class of 1990
Class of 2005
Class of 2000 Class of 2010
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Fulfilling our Catholic Mission
Archbishop Chapelle prides itself on educating our exceptional young women in Catholic values, academic excellence,
and social responsibility. We hold special liturgies, monthly Mass, and weekly communion services open to the
community. Rev. Christian DeLerno has been a wonderful addition to the Chapelle family, alongside Deacon Drea
Capaci who continues to bless our school. We are also incredibly fortunate to have Megan Caire, assisted by Lyn Moore,
lead our Campus Ministry department and guide our students into successful Christian adults.
Community service is a fundamental component of life at Chapelle. This past year, our students volunteered at the Notre
Dame Seminary Gala, held a Living Rosary, helped lead St. Catherine of Siena school retreats, and organized
Thanksgiving and Christmas donation drives for St. Mary Magdalen families in need. Our Catholic faith is always at the
center of all that we accomplish here at Archbishop Chapelle High School. Campus Ministry
Notre Dame Seminary Gala
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Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion
Thanksgiving Liturgy
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Chipmunk Babies
The following are submissions since the last issue of The Provider magazine in 2013.
2007
Ashley Stauder Bonura, a son, Brody Sebastian, September 21, 2013
Jennifer Guttuso, a son, Joshua Michael, April 13, 2013
Lauren Martin Neil, a daughter, Tatum Victoria, June 18, 2013
2006
Amanda Ippolito Del Buono, a daughter, Eleanor Rosalie, July 3, 2015
Kristen Quigley Dubourg, a daughter, Alice Rosalie, August 25, 2015
Amy Knecht Rawlins, a daughter, Savannah Rose, October 24, 2015
2005
Maegen Schaff Vincent, a daughter, Olivia, July 9, 2015
2004
Brittany Reynolds Thomas, a daughter, Mia Kate, March 26, 2015
2003
Janice Gedicke Trepagnier, a daughter, Juliette Sheila
2001
Crystal Guidry Vaccaro, a daughter, Veronica Ann, October 2015
2000
Cherelle Keim Caravella, a daughter, Riley Marie, March 27, 2015
1999
Sarah Comiskey McDonald, a son, Michael Jude, June 4, 2014
1998
Ayreca Schmitt Berthelot, a son, Stephen Joseph III, August 9, 2010
Laura Whitman Burnmaster, a son, Ryan, August 11, 2015
Mary-Therese Plauche’ Sander, a daughter, Caroline Mary Diane, November 16, 2011
1995
Pamela Cain Nelson, a daughter, Michayla Morgan, March 6, 2015
1993
Amanda Casey Amedee, a daughter, Casey Clare, July 15, 2013
1992
Antonette Yrle Gordon, a daughter, Adrienne Rose, October 18, 2013
1990
Melanie Burns Stringer, a son, Sutton Pierce, July 10, 2015
1989
Laura Daniel Roberts, a son, William Henry, September 11, 2013
1984
Melissa Aymami McGrane, a daughter, Madison Elise, April 30, 2014
Please submit your birth announcements and good news to these Google forms to be included in next year’s issue:
Chipmunk Babies— http://goo.gl/forms/x4gS4tvQ46
Chipmunk Tracks— http://goo.gl/forms/TfYt5cKRuo
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Memorials
Please remember in your prayers the following members of the extended
Archbishop Chapelle High School family who are recently deceased.
Frank Adams, uncle of Nicole Pigeon ’07
Merle Brechtel Altobello, Grandmother of Shannon Whiteman Impasto ’96, Lauren Whiteman Burmaster ’98 &
Chrystan Bordes Mancuso ’00
Joycelyn Celius Anderson, grandmother of Maya Anderson ’18
Santa Babin, mother of Stephanie Babin Hunts ’87, grandmother of Jenna Hunts ’16
Donald Barilleaux, grandfather of Julie Spinato Hunter ’01 & Kaylyn Spinato Bourgeois ’08
Mary Frances Berry, Dixie & Kevin Trower, ACHS staff
Peter Bertucci, family and friend of the Trosclairs
Pierino Bertucci, friend of Nicole Pigeon ’07
Jimmy Bouche, friend of Nicole Pigeon ’07
Elaine Clesi, mother of Norma Clesi Young ’82
Billy Cotonio, friend of Dixie & Kevin Trower, ACHS staff
Lena Mary DeBattista, Jennifer Boudreaux ’11
Mary Cuotta Diagerpont, friend of Nicole Pigeon ’07
Joseph Dempsey, grandfather of Erin Dempsey Cariello ’00
Dolly Drake, Jennifer Boudreaux ’11
Elwood Joseph Dufour, father of David Dufour
Blanche Francis
Bertha Guilbeau, mother of Sarah Guilbeau, ACHS staff
Shirley Henderson, Margaret Daley, ACHS staff
Gabriel Hinrichs, son of Sarah Woodruff Hinrichs ’03
Peter Jasper, grandfather of Jaszmine Jasper ’17
William “Bill” Johnson, father of Kaelyn Margie Johnson’15, Lauren Michelle Johnson’06 & Jeannette Suzanne
Johnson’04
Nilsa Lasso, Tihana Zschiesche, ACHS staff
Mildred Ledet, friend of Ronnie & Kay Kihnel
Geralynn G. Lion ’78, sister of Jennifer Lion Clesi & Jessica Lion Bourgeois
Dr. Matthew Matherne, friend of Kay Dussouy ’99
Bill Pananos, Tihana Zschiesche, ACHS staff
Bobby Patterson, husband of Brandi Hanner Patterson ’07
Laura Petit, mother of Dave Petit, ACHS staff
A.J. Picou, father of David Picou, friend of John Serio, Principal
Tonja Poirier, mother of Alexandra Weeks ’16
Joel Pratt, father of Holly Pratt Hand ’87
Gerald Rehbein, grandfather of Rachel Lattier ’09
Alice Burke Schilling, Bruce and & Michelle Lambert, ACHS staff
Herman W. Simmons, Jr., father of Rhonda Simmons Hall ’78, Susan Simmons Schott ’80 & Karen Simmons Lott ’84
Kathryn B. Smith, grandmother of Elizabeth Martell ’17, aunt of Paige Huber-Pitts ’97
Lucille Claire Achee Spadafora, mother-in-law of Judy Golemi Spadafora ’66, grandmother of Laura Spadafora Rahman
’88 & Elizabeth Spadafora Kupar ’97
David Spako, father of Karen Spako Russo ’76, grandfather of Nicole Russo ’03 & Rebecca Russo ’07
Audrey Strasburg, friend of Nicole Pigeon ’07
Emmett Tillery Jr., grandfather of Arielle Tillery ’19
George J. Timphony, grandfather of Rachel Timphony ’14
Cynthia Breath Tripp ‘68
Malcolm Tullier, Julie Spinato Hunter ’01 and Kaylyn Spinato Bourgeois ’08
Kay Tumminello, friend of Dixie & Kevin Trower, ACHS staff
Yvette Zimmer, neighbor of Nicole Pigeon ’07
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Archbishop Chapelle Prayer
Heavenly Father, we praise and thank you for blessing us with our Chapelle family and the memories made
on this campus. As we walk these halls, let us remember our faculty, our sisters who came before us, and
those who will come after. We pray for patience in our actions, kindness in our words, and selflessness in our
hearts. May we live out our mission as we continue to grow in unity, making Chapelle not only a school,
but also our home. Amen.
Our Lady of Prompt Succor… Hasten to help us.
Deus Providebit… God will provide!
Upcoming Alumnae Events
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Emerald Gala
Saturday, March 12
Alumnae Luncheon
Saturday, April 16
Class of ’66 Reunion
Saturday, April 16
Founder’s Day
Thursday, April 21
Class of ’16 Alumnae Induction
Friday, April 22
Class of ’76 Reunion
Saturday, November 19
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Archbishop Chapelle High School
8800 Veterans Memorial Blvd.
Metairie, LA 70003
504.467.3105 (tel)
504.466.3191 (fax)
Upcoming School Events
February 5-12
Mardi Gras Holidays
March 7-11
Exams
Saturday, April 9
ACT
Friday, May 6
2016-17 Tuition Due
Wednesday, February 17
Registration Due
Saturday, March 12
Emerald Gala
Saturday, April 16
Academic Olympics
Tuesday, May 10
Athletic Awards
Thursday, February 18
Father/Daughter Dance
Tuesday, March 15
Lenten Liturgy
Saturday, April 16
Alumnae Luncheon
May 13-20
8th-11th Grade Exams
Saturday, February 20
Mother/Daughter Lunch
March 18-19
St. Joseph’s Altar
Thursday, April 21
Founder’s Day
Monday, May 16
Senior Awards Night
Thursday, February 25
Acceptance Packets Mailed
Wednesday, March 23
Living Way of the Cross
Friday, April 22
Alumnae Inductions
Thursday, May 19
Baccalaureate Mass
Friday, February 26
King Krazy Legs Dance
March 25-28
Easter Holidays
Wednesday, April 28
Scholarship Reception
Friday, May 20
Graduation
Friday, March 4
Chips n’ Canvas
Tuesday, April 5
Matthew 25 Liturgy
May 2-5
Senior Exams
Tuesday, May 24
8th Grade Closing
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