Events

Alumnae Luncheon, Washington Athletic Club (WAC), Saturday March 1, 11 a.m.
Join us for the annual Alumnae Luncheon as we celebrate this year’s theme, Friendship.  March 1 We will recognize several Distinguished Alumnae, paying tribute to a variety of accomplishments: Patricia Kelly Feltin ’56 will be honored for Excellence in Education; Judy Marl Killion ’57 will receive the award for Outstanding Service to the HNA Alumnae Community; Rita Francois Selin ’55 will be recognized for Outstanding Commitment to Community Service.

Make arrangements to reserve a table with your classmates; seating is limited, so please get those reservations in right away. As usual, there will be a prize for the class with the most members attending.

Invitations have been mailed to alumnae who have previously attended the luncheon and to those living in the greater Puget Sound area. Alumnae living out of the area who would like to attend should contact the Alumnae Office by e-mail at alumnae@holynames-sea.org to request an invitation.

Career Day and the Shadow Program, Wednesday, April 16
Share your professional expertise with an HNA student or an entire classroom. Alums are needed for both the Shadow Program and Career Day. For the Shadow Program, seniors spend a portion of the day “shadowing” individuals in their workplaces. On the same day, at school, the rest of the HNA student body attends presentations on different careers. If you would welcome having a student in your office, or if you would like to make a presentation at HNA on Wednesday, April 16, please contact Christie Spielman at (206) 720-7804 or cspielman@holynames-sea.org. We invite you to make a connection with HNA students.

Wine Tasting in Woodinville, Sunday, April 20
Join the HNA Alumnae for our first wine-tasting event.  Classmates, spouses, friends – all over the age of 21 – are welcome!  We’ll start at Januik/Novelty Hill’s new winery facility, checking in during the hours 12 – 3 p.m., then visit Columbia and Chateau Ste. Michelle at your leisure until closing at 5 p.m.  The $30 per person fee covers tastings at all three wineries and includes a goodie bag with a commemorative wine glass and other treats.  Attendance is limited, so make your reservation soon.  To make a reservation contact Christie Spielman at (206) 720-7804 or cspielman@holynames-sea.org.

Rebuilding Together, Saturday, April 26
Spend the day with HNA students and other alumnae rejuvenating a home in the Seattle area. We will work with the community program Rebuilding Together, assisting with home repair and clean-up services and improving the living conditions for a less-advantaged household. Submit your name to Betsy Steele ’70 at besteele@microsoft.com; you will be contacted with additional details.

Puppet Show, HNA Auditorium, Sunday, May 4, 1 p.m.
Bring your children or grandchildren to see Thistle Theatre’s puppet show production of The Three Billy Goats Gruff. This hilarious musical version of the classic Norwegian story relates the billy goats’ quest for fresh green grass and their encounters with two trolls – one who is more helpful and friendlier than the other. The Thistle Theatre proudly brings together professional puppeteers, handcrafted puppets, artists and musicians to create unique puppet theatre productions for the entire family.  This production is suitable for children ages pre-K-5; performance time is 45 minutes.  Juice and cookies will be served following the puppet show. Tickets are $6 per child and $10 per adult.  To purchase a ticket contact Christie Spielman at (206) 720-7804 or cspielman@holynames-sea.org.

50th/50 Plus Reunion, Saturday, May 17, 10 a.m.
The Class of 1958 is preparing to celebrate its 50th-year reunion. All alumnae, especially those who graduated more than 50 years ago, are invited to join them and attend Mass on Saturday, May 17, at 10 a.m. in HNA’s Chapel, followed by a reception in the parlors. Members of the classes of 1933 (75th year), 1938 (70th year), and 1943 (65th year) will receive a special invitation to the Mass and reception, honoring them as 50PLUS alumnae. Following the reception, the Alumnae Board will host a luncheon for the Class of 1958 at Holy Names Academy.

Team HNA Komen Race for the Cure, Saturday, June 21
Join alumnae, students, friends, and family as we participate in the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation Race for the Cure 5K Run/Walk to raise funds to eradicate breast cancer as a life-threatening disease by advancing research, education, screening, and treatment. Washington State has the highest incidence of breast cancer in the nation. Help us win the race. To register, contact Betsy Steele ’70 at besteele@microsoft.com.

Alumnae Merchandise
HNA alumnae merchandise is a wonderful way to show your school spirit and also makes a unique gift! Click here to see a list of items and prices. For more information or to make a purchase, please contact the Alumnae Office at alumnae@holynames-sea.org or (206) 720-7804.

Under the Dome
Academics
Advanced Placement Program
HNA recently received notification of Advanced Placement Scholar Awards, based on examinations taken last May. Our students broke many records in their level of achievement:

• One hundred twenty-three students earned 126 different awards.
• Three of our students attained the highest level, National AP Scholar, for earning an average grade of at least 4 on all AP Exams taken, and grades of 4 or higher on eight or more of these exams.
• Forty-six percent of our graduating Class of 2007 achieved some level of AP Scholar distinction, and 98% of the class graduated having taken at least one AP course, with the average being four courses.
• Forty-five members of the Class of 2008 earned an AP Scholar designation prior to the beginning of their 12th-grade year.

Debaters Bring Home First National Honors
The debate team competed in Salt Lake City in December at the Alta High School Tournament, one of the largest tournaments in the West. Ninety-one teams from all across the country competed. HNA’s two debate teams did very well against the many nationally competitive teams in attendance. There were seven preliminary debates and a team needed a 5-2 record to advance into the single-elimination rounds.  This was the first time that a Holy Names team won a trophy at a national level tournament.

Cougar Corner
The past November’s State tournaments saw the best collaborative finish for a fall sports season in the history of Holy Names Academy. Cougar teams went on a whirlwind ride, winning races, games, matches, and meets—and bringing home State trophies: Cross Country, individual second; Soccer, third; Volleyball, fifth; Swimming, 13th. Congratulations to athletes, coaches, and Cougar fans for dedication, commitment, hard work, and a spectacular season!

Golf: Congratulations to the HNA golf team for winning the Metro Championship for the ninth time in the last 12 years. The Lady Cougars took their second consecutive Metro League crown, easily topping the competition in the two-day league championship at Jefferson Park golf course—44 strokes ahead of second place.

Cross Country: Holy Names finished seventh as a team in the District Championship meet. In the Metro League Championships, the Cougar runners placed fifth as a team. Chelsea Burns ’08 concluded her exceptional Cougar cross-country career by placing an impressive second at State.

Soccer: After eliminating Skyline in the KingCo/Metro 3A cross-over playoff for the third and last berth to State, the Cougars started their remarkable run. HNA beat both Capital and Lakeside to reach the semifinals, where they lost to Seattle Prep in a shoot-out. The Cougar team then captured third place with a 2–1 victory over perennial powerhouse West Valley (Yakima) for the best finish by an HNA team since the 1999 State championship.
 
Volleyball: Holy Names earned one of only four local berths to the State tournament by placing third at the Sea-King District 2 tournament, then went on to accomplish something no HNA volleyball team had done before. This 2007 team took home a State trophy with a fifth-place finish, defeating Enumclaw, Auburn Mountainview, and Mt. Si at the Toyota Center in Kennewick.

Swimming: The HNA swim team made another strong showing in the State AAA meet, placing 13th, the highest finish by a Metro League team. The District and State meets preceded the regular Metro league season.

Crew: In their final two regattas, the HNA rowers left nothing on the water, with firsts, seconds, and thirds: Green Lake Frostbite Regatta: JV8+: 1st Place. W Jr Novice 8+: 2nd Place. W Open Novice 4+: 2nd Place. W JV 4+: 3rd Place. W Open Novice 8+: 4th Place. W 3V 8+: 3rd Place. Varsity Head of the Lake Regatta: W Varsity 4+:1st Place. W Varsity 8+: 7th (out of 12 boats).

Basketball: The Cougar basketball teams worked hard as they started the season; at the holiday break, their records were: Varsity 3-5, JV undefeated at 8-0, JVC 4-3.

Swimming: The defending Metro League champions have competed in three league meets this season, with victories over Eastside Catholic, Nathan Hale, and Seattle Prep. Cougar swimmers, along with the Irish boys from O’Dea, are looking for their fifth consecutive Metro championship, which would give them eight wins in the past nine years.

HNA Honors Alumnae
Dorothy McBurney Fouty Volunteer of the Year: A highlight of Deck the Dome each year is the presentation of our Dorothy McBurney Fouty Volunteer of the Year. This award is given to an individual who has repeatedly demonstrated extraordinary support for the mission of our school. Caryn Geraghty Jorgensen ’89 was recognized for her inspiring dedication and commitment. Caryn has served our school as a member of the Board of Trustees for the past four years and prior to that she served on our Alumnae Board for five years. She has worked on numerous committees through both boards, and currently chairs our Development Committee. She is a former chair of our Annual Giving Steering Committee, a veteran Phonathon volunteer, and a Leadership Solicitor.

Young Alumna Community Service Award: Another significant award given at this time of year is our Young Alumna Community Service Award. Bevin Peters ’05 was recognized at our Young Alumnae Reception on December 19 for her commitment to serving others. Bevin is currently a junior at Yale University, studying biomedical engineering. This past summer, she received a Thomas C. Barry Travel Fellowship that promotes work abroad in developing countries. Bevin, who speaks Kiswahili, used her grant to volunteer with New Life International in Nakuru, Kenya. While in Kenya, she served at a preschool where many of the children had lost a parent due to the AIDS epidemic, and she also volunteered at a local hospital. Since her return, she continues to work to raise funds for the children.

New Admissions Video
Check out our new admissions video on the Holy Names Academy website, www.holynames-sea.org.

Events at HNA
Alumnae, friends, and family are welcome to attend the many wonderful performances and activities coming up that showcase our school and students.

HNA Athletics Schedule
Please check out the HNA website or The Seattle Times for dates and game sites for winter and spring sports, and come cheer for our hardworking and dedicated athletes. You are guaranteed to have a great time watching these talented young women compete for the love of sport. Click Here for sports schedules.

Candy Sale through Tuesday, February 12
Please support HNA students as they work to reach their goal in the annual candy sale.

DramaFest 2008, “Best of the Fest,” Saturday, February 9, 7 p.m.
On Saturday, February 9, join us for Best of the Fest, our gala event at which the three top plays are performed one more time, our championship TheatreSports team will entertain us, and our own “Academy” awards will be presented! Put on your red-carpet finest and join us! Tickets are $6 for students and $8 for adults.

Archdiocesan Festival of Choirs at Benaroya Hall, Monday, February 11, 7 p.m.
A celebration of choral music, featuring Catholic high school choirs from around the area, will take place at Benaroya Hall in downtown Seattle at 7 p.m. on Monday, February 11. Our guest conductor this year is Dr. Richard Nance from Pacific Lutheran University. Tickets are $12 and can be purchased from choir students or through Ticketmaster. Come support the Holy Names Academy choral program and enjoy a wonderful evening of choral works by both contemporary and classical composers.

Vali-grams, Thursday, February 14
For the sixth straight year, the HNA Vocal Ensemble is offering Vali-grams for your special someone! Here’s how they work: You tell us the time and place (between the hours of 8 a.m. and 6 p.m. and within the greater Seattle area, please), and a flock of HNA's finest songbirds will show up on Valentine’s Day (Thursday, February 14) with one long-stemmed red rose, a bag of scrumptious cookies, and a beautiful love song sung in perfect harmony to the one you love. For only $100 you can’t find a more memorable gift, and all the proceeds go to the HNA music program.  For more information contact Rafe Wadleigh at rwadleigh@holynames-sea.org.

Annual Giving Spring Phonathon, March 9-12

CHEER! Auction, “An Evening of Good Fortune,” Saturday, April 5, 5 p.m.
On Saturday, April 5, we will hold our 26th annual auction and dinner. As the school’s second largest fundraiser and its largest community builder, the CHEER! Auction brings together past and present HNA parents, alumnae, and friends of the Academy to enjoy an evening of fun and revelry, while raising money to support the best school around! Proceeds from CHEER! 2008 will be directed to increasing the Scholarship Endowment Fund for students in financial need. To make a donation and/or reservation, please contact Margy Pepper at (206) 720-7808 or mpepper@holynames-sea.org.

Art Walk and Chamber Concert, Wednesday, April 9, 7 p.m.

Spring Musical, Godspell, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday, April 24, 25 and 26 at 7 p.m., and Sunday, April 27 at 2 p.m.

Spring Concert, Wednesday, April 30, 7 p.m.

Spring Dance Recital, Thursday and Friday, May 1 and 2, 7 p.m.

Senior Music Recital, Friday, May 16, 7 p.m.

Spring Music Recital, Thursday and Friday, May 22 and 23, 7 p.m.

Senior Prom, Friday, May 30, 8:00 p.m.
Come to the front lawn of HNA to enjoy the tradition of seeing the seniors as they bring their prom escorts to meet the HNA faculty.