October 18, 2018
ALUMNI SPOTLIGHT
Tiffany Reid Bell '00 is living the ideals of faith and service held so dear to Bishop McNamara High School. Currently she is working as a licensed therapist in North Carolina, and she is also the Program Director at a nonprofit in the area working with domestic violence offenders.
"I was recently appointed to the North Carolina Domestic Violence Commission as a Provider of Offender Treatment," she said. "This commission advises the NC Legislature on trends and recommendations regarding domestic violence in the state."
Tiffany said that her work allows her to hold domestic violence offenders accountable for their actions, while at the same time provide them with the skills to be non-violent and respectful in the future. Her role is vital in helping these offenders understand that such violent behavior is not acceptable, and that they need to learn how to better themselves and treat others with love and kindness. Truly she is teaching them Christian values - she is thinking with Christ each day through her tireless work and effort.
We are so proud to hear about this admirable work that you're doing, Tiffany! We would love to hear more as you continue to thrive in your career and in your service to the community.
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Celebrate Family Fun Day at
Bishop McNamara!
Family Fun Day is THIS Saturday!
Join us on Oct. 20 from 1-4 p.m. (before and during our football game) for a day of fun! There will be a bounce house, games, a photo booth and of course popcorn and cotton candy! Come celebrate being a part of the Bishop McNamara community, and of course help us cheer the Mustangs on to victory during the football game!
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UPCOMING EVENTS
October 20
Family Fun Day
BMHS ● 1-4 p.m.
October 28
BMHS ● 11 a.m.
April 6, 2019
Military Appreciation Game
PG Sports Park ● 1 p.m.
Thank you for Coming!
Homecoming and Hall of Fame 2018
Bishop McNamara High School would like to say thank you to everyone who came back to campus in celebration of our Homecoming Weekend and Hall of Fame Ceremony! Your support means the world to us - and we were SO happy to see everyone!
Click here for the photo album from our Hall of Fame Ceremony.
Click here for the photo album from our Homecoming pep rally and game.
Hope to see you all next year!
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Support the #LaReineLivingLegacy
Oct. 16, 2018 marks the commencement of the Bernardine Franciscan Sisters 125th anniversary as a religious order in the United States. To mark this important anniversary, Bishop McNamara High School launches the #LaReineLivingLegacy Giving Campaign, a special fundraising initiative to support the La Reine Historical Display area in the new La Reine Science & Innovation Center.
Presided over by the Blessed Mother statue that stood in the original La Reine High School, this special display area will be located at one of the Center's two main entrances and will feature special items donated from La Reine alumnae such as uniforms, class rings, photographs, and more.
The Bernardine Franciscan Sisters recently contributed $100,000 towards our $500,000 goal to name this very special historical space in the new building. Gifts from La Reine alumnae combined with the Bernardine Franciscan Sister's generous gift will create a living legacy in the La Reine Science & Innovation Center for generations to come!
We ask all La Reine alumnae to give to the #LaReineLivingLegacy Giving Campaign.
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Thank you for Supporting our
5K for the Arts!
The Bishop McNamara High School administrators, staff and teachers partnered with students, parents, family and friends to spend Saturday, Oct. 13 running or walking at the Annual 5K for the Arts, held at Watkins Regional Park in Upper Marlboro, MD.
This annual fundraiser provides vital support and funding for our fine and performing arts programs. Thank you to everyone who attended and donated to this incredible event!
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Calling the BMHS Classes
of 2016 and 2017
Did you get your yearbook? Do you need a replacement yearbook? We have them here!
We have multiple copies for the class of 2016 and 2017 yearbooks. Contact Director for Mission Advancement Dr. Rob Van der Waag or Dean of Students Brian Brower for more information.
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Open House at Bishop McNamara High School
On Sunday, Oct. 28 Bishop McNamara High School will host our annual Open House!
Starting at 11 a.m. visitors will have the opportunity to get to know Bishop McNamara High School, our curriculum, our incredible faculty and staff and our Holy Cross education. Not only that, but we'll be able to showcase our beautiful campus and facilities we offer. Help us spread the word!
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Join us for our Military Appreciation Game!
We know it's a ways away, but we have an official date for our Military Appreciation Baseball Game this spring!
Join us on April 6, 2019 at PG Sports Park at 1 p.m. to support and celebrate United States military veterans and active duty military personnel. Bishop McNamara will take on Gonzaga, so help us cheer the Mustangs on to victory!
Admission is free and concessions are complimentary for all military personnel.
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REUNION PLANS
BMHS/LRHS
Class of 1988 Reunion
Bishop McNamara and La Reine High School alumni from the class of 1988 - YOUR REUNION IS ALMOST HERE!
Your classmates have been planning your 30th reunion for THIS WEEKEND - Saturday Oct. 20, so make sure you keep that date clear for an evening of reconnecting and sharing memories with your classmates!
For more information, contact Jim O'Brien '88 - let him know if you'd like to help plan the event!
We can't wait to see you!
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LRHS Class of 1968 Reunion
The La Reine Class of 1968 will be holding their 50th reunion during the THIS WEEKEND in Ocean City, Md.
For further information contact Pam Abell Brown LR '68 or Barbara Manuel LR '68
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BMHS/LRHS
Class of 1969 Reunion
The Bishop McNamara and La Reine Cass of 1969 50th Reunion planning is underway!
Please contact Charlene Cornu Shaw LR '69 or join the Facebook Group for more information.
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BMHS Class of 1968 50th Reunion
The Bishop McNamara High School Class of 1968 celebrated their 50th reunion at Bishop McNamara! We were so happy to see everyone and reconnect with those who were able to attend. Thank you for coming, we look forward to seeing you all again soon!
Click here for the full photo album from the reunion.
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BMHS & LRHS Reunion Plans
Bishop McNamara is reaching out to the following Bishop McNamara and La Reine High School classes to help organize their upcoming reunions:
Bishop McNamara & La Reine High Schools: '73, '78, and '83
Bishop McNamara High School: '93, '03 and '13
If you or any of your classmates have questions, need help or are interested in forming a reunion committee, please contact the Advancement Office.
BMHS and LRHS class of 1969, we would love to help you plan your 50th reunion! Please contact Dr. Rob Van der Waag for details and for more information!
Join our Alumni Association!
Interested in joining our Alumni Association? Want to get involved with on-campus events and alumni reunions? There are some great perks that come from being involved with our BMHS/LRHS Alumni Association - Contact our Alumni Association President Marlo Ford LR '87 to learn more!
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Legacy of La Reine
Innovation lies at the crossroads of fields, disciplines and cultures. At Bishop McNamara, we are developing tomorrow's innovators today by committing to provide cutting-edge spaces and facilities that foster collaborative learning and a hands-on approach to the study of science and technology.
The centerpiece of our vision for the future is the establishment of the La Reine Science & Innovation Center at Bishop McNamara High School. This planned state-of-the-art facility will enable us to expand beyond traditional science offerings, build on highly-successful programs already in existence, and create new spaces for exploration, creativity and discovery.
For more information about the La Reine Science & Innovation Center, please contact Director of Development Sandy Mammano.
Click here to learn more about contributing to the #LaReineLivingLegacy.
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ALUMNI CELEBRATIONS
Maria Colaciello '13
On Oct. 13, Maria Colaciello '13 celebrated her marriage to Frank Robert Mrozowski Jr.
Both of them work at PricewaterhouseCoopers in McLean, Va.; Maria is an assurance experience associate, while Robert is a tax associate.
They exchanged vows at St. Peter's Church in Waldorf, Md. Congratulations Maria and Frank!
Image courtesy of somdnews.com
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Greg Vazzanna '98
On Sept. 28 at 3:30 a.m., Maximilian Thomas Vazzana was born to alumnus and current BMHS faculty member Greg Vazzana '98 - mother and baby are both doing well.
Congratulations Greg! We're so glad that everyone is happy and healthy. Can't wait to see this little guy in Mustang gear!
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Armani Mason-Callaway '09
Current BMHS faculty member Armani Mason-Callaway '09 is now the proud father of a healthy baby girl named Lauryn N'kia Mason-Callaway! She was 6lbs and 19.5 inches, and is doing very well so far! Mom and baby are happy and healthy. Congratulations Armani!
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AROUND CAMPUS
Dylan Wort '20 Learns Firsthand about the Local Farm-to-Table Movement
Dylan Wort '20 has been busy this summer working at the P. A. Bowen Farmstead in southern Prince George's County where the farm to table movement is an essential part of each day. While the Bowen farm perfected raising grass-based livestock and making award winning artisanal cheeses, Dylan, a resident of Brandywine, Maryland, has been working on this farm every summer for the last four years.
Click here for the full story!
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BMHS Celebrates Mustangs Go Pink
On Friday Oct. 5, Bishop McNamara High School students were allowed to forgo their usual uniforms in favor of tasteful pink costumes and attire to show their support for breast cancer awareness.
Funds were collected and donated to support the Breast Cancer Foundation. More than $2,000 was raised this year!
Click here for an incredible article about the event.
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BMHS Faculty Members Receive Novice and Veteran Teacher Honors
Bishop McNamara High School is honored and excited to announce that Craig Glover-Hines '09 has been recognized as our 2018-2019 Novice Teacher of the Year, and Adam Greer has been recognized as our 2018-2019 Veteran Teacher of the Year!
Congratulations to you both! These are both well-deserved accomplishments and we couldn't be more proud to have you as members of our faculty!
BMHS Music Program
Citrus Fundraiser
Bishop McNamara High School music students in our band, choir and orchestra programs will be selling citrus fruits for their annual fundraiser to help them raise money for the spring 2019 Music Trip to Chicago!
Click here to learn more about the fundraiser and how you can support our music programs!
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Beautification at BMHS
For the third year in a row, Bishop McNamara High School received the Prince George's County Beautification Award for our Memorial Garden! But that wasn't all - Kyle Musselman '17 received the Trowel Award for a landscaping project he completed within Prince George's County. F&F Landscaping (Anthony Freni '13 and Placido Freni '82) also received several Beautification Awards for their work throughout Prince George's County. Congratulations Kyle, Placido and Anthony! Keep up your incredible work in our beloved community!
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EMPLOYMENT AT BMHS
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IN MEMORY OF...
Mark Creamer '71 passed away on March 3, 2018.
Larry Estepp, uncle of James Estepp '84, passed away Oct. 13, 2018.
Gregory Haymans '80 passed away Sept 13, 2018.
Mass of Christian burial will be held on Nov. 3, at 11:30 a.m. at Our Lady of Hope Catholic Church in Sterling, Va. Repast to immediately follow at church hall, burial will take place at a later date.
Robert Jackson, husband of avid BMHS supporter and previous staff member Anita "Sam" Jackson, passed away in September 2018.
Richard G. Mulligan, father of Matt Mulligan '76 and Leslie Mulligan LR '78, and father-in-law of Barbara Sullivan-Mulligan LR '79, passed away July 27, 2018.
Linda Norris Simons, sister of BMHS staff member Patricia Norris Garber LR '70, passed away Sept. 30, 2018.
Lisa Rohac-Rushnak, aunt of Alexander Myers '14, passed away Oct. 5, 2018.
Eternal rest, grant unto them O Lord, and let perpetual light shine upon them. May they rest in peace. Amen.
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Memorial Garden
Our Memorial Garden, named in honor of student Terrell Edelen '14, is complete and will give our community the opportunity to honor other deceased loved ones, family, friends and/or teachers. For more information on how to purchase bricks or benches in the Memorial Garden, please contact the Office of Institutional Advancement. Take time to come by for a visit to reminisce, or even just for quiet reflection.
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CONTACT HOLY CROSS BROTHERS AND BERNARDINE SISTERS
Bernardine Sisters on Facebook
Bishop McNamara and La Reine alumni are invited to like the Bernardine Franciscan Sisters Facebook Page.
Get the latest news on the Sisters from La Reine and see what incredible pictures and events they have posted.
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The retired Brothers of the Holy Cross and Bernardine Sisters would love to hear from you. To contact them, use the information listed below. Thanks!
For the Brothers:
St. Joseph's Center
495 Maple Lane
Valatie, New York 12184
For the Sisters:
Sacred Heart Convent
460 St. Bernardine Street
Reading, Pennsylvania 19607-1737
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