Upcoming Events
- Archbishop Keough Reunion Day—Sun., March 30 from 2 to 5 p.m.: All Keough alumnae are invited to attend. Enjoy the casual tone of the event as you see the school, reconnect and reminisce with old friends, and maybe even make a few new ones! The new Archbishop Keough Spirit Room will be unveiled (see more below). Kindly RSVP to Sharon Knisely at 443-956-2461 or sharonknisely@comcast.net. There is no cost for this event, but donations are greatly appreciated.
- SKAA Wine Tasting Seminar & Social—Thurs., April 3 from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.: All Seton Keough alumnae age 21 and older are invited to attend. Boordy Vineyards will educate us on topics that are practical, including how to order in a restaurant, how to select the proper wine for certain foods, and basic wine terminology. It is sure to be a fun evening and an excellent opportunity to network and socialize with fellow Seton Keough alumnae, even if you are not into wine. Other beverages and snacks will also be served. The cost for the event is $5, and will be collected at the door. (Enter the school through the main lobby doors.) Help us get a head count by RSVPing to Jennifer Holland Palmer SK'95 at 410-255-2304 or jenniferhpalmer@yahoo.com.
- SAA Bus Trip to Emmitsburg—Wed., April 9: The Seton Alumnae Association’s annual bus trip includes Mass at the Shrine of St. Elizabeth Ann Seton, time to visit various sites and gift shops, lunch at Hickory Bridge Farm and a stop at the Grotto at St. Mary's University. The bus will leave promptly at 8:30 a.m. from St. Michael’s in Overlea and return at 5:30 p.m. The bus will also stop for pick-up (and drop-off at the end of the day) on the west side of town at Chatham Mall. All are welcome but reservations are required – first come, first serve. Contact Edda Rosskopf at 410-366-3760 or edda@rocketmail.com for information. Cost to go by bus is $50, all inclusive; non-bus cost $25.
- Seton Keough Theater Dept’s presents Alice in Wonderland—April 25-27: Show times are 7:30 on Friday and Saturday, 2:00 on Sunday. Ticket prices are $8 for students, seniors and alumnae, $10 for adults. Information on advance ticket sales will be available on the Seton Keough Web site in the coming weeks.
Seton Keough in the News
- Last week the Seton Keough community came together to hold its first Walk-a-Thon in honor of Mrs. Kathleen Bowen the school's campus minister, who passed away last summer. After the passing of Mrs. Bowen, two Seton Keough students were diagnosed with cancer. The students of Seton Keough felt compelled to help their classmates through their difficult personal struggles. They also wished to find a way to honor the indelible memory of Mrs. Bowen. In response, members of the National Honor Society, Vincentian Youth Outreach Club, Student Council, and SALT (Serving and Leading by Teens), decided to organize a school-wide walk-a-thon to raise money for their classmates called “The Kathleen Bowen Walk for Hope. Students formed teams and gathered pledges for the walk.The walk was a huge sucess and raised over $20K for both families. WBAL TV in Baltimore was here to cover the story.
>>View the Story on WBAL TV Online
- On Thurs., Feb. 28 senior Erin Brooks signed her letter of intent to attend Wake Forest University on a full scholarship next year. WJZ TV covered the story for the nightly news.
>>View the Story on WZT TV Online
Archbishop Keough Spirit Room
The Archbishop Keough Spirit Room — a room of Keough memorabilia — is becoming a reality and will be unveiled at Archbishop Keough Reunion Day (see above). The Archbishop Keough Alumnae Association is working hard to develop this collection and is still need of worker-bees to help do the work. Craftiness, handiness a plus, but not required at all. Just bring your love for Archbishop Keough and you’ll fit right in. We are still seeking donations of memorabilia, curio cabinets/cases and shelving to display items, and meeting tables and chairs (all in good condition, please). Contact Sharon Knisely at sharonknisely@comcast.net or 443-956-2461.
Seton Keough Alumnae Directory
Seton Keough is now in the process of producing the 2008 Alumnae Directory. We are working with a company named Harris Connect and they have and will continue to contact alumnae from all 3 schools—Seton, Archbishop Keough, and Seton Keough—for updated information to include in the directory. We hope you will participate and respond promptly to the emails, postcards, questionnaires and/or calls from Harris Connect. Be aware that even if you’ve answered the questionnaire online, you will still need to speak to a Harris Connect representative to confirm the information and answer a few more questions. If you opt-out of being included in the directory, please make sure that the Alumnae Office has your updated address so you will continue to receive alumnae and reunion news. If you have any questions about the directory, contact Tracey Stone, Alumnae Director, at tstone@setonkeough.com.
Replacing School Rings
Several alumnae have contacted the Alumnae Office about replacing their lost class rings. It may be possible to get a better price if we place a large order. If you've lost your school ring (from any of the three schools) and are interested in replacing it, please contact Tracey Stone at tstone@setonkeough.com or 410-646-4444 ext. 1216.
Chairperson for Seton Day Needed
The Seton Alumnae Association is looking for someone to chair this year’s Seton Day, scheduled for Sun., October 26, 2008. There are plenty of people willing to help with the planning, but a leader for the group is needed. If you have time to volunteer for this position or would like more information, please contact Pat Wallace at 410-515-2662 or pwallace@epfl.net. We hope to do some different things this year to make the already successful event even better.
Items Needed
- Dress forms or female mannequins are needed for displays at school. If you have one you can donate, please contact Tracey Stone, Director of Alumnae, at tstone@setonkeough.com or 410-646-4444 ext. 1216.
- The Seton Alumnae Assn. Heritage Committee is seeking donations of yearbooks from 1945, 1965, and 1970 to complete the Heritage Room collection. Contact Edda Rosskopf at edda@rocketmail.com.
Attention: Seton Keough Class of 1991
The Alumnae Office is trying to locate Lijuan Adams in order to return something that belongs to her. If anyone keeps in contact with her, please contact or have her contact Tracey Stone at tstone@setonkeough.com or 410-646-4444 ext. 1216.
Annual Appeal
If you haven't had a chance to make a contribution to this year's annual appeal, please consider making one now. Money raised from the annual appeal provides immediate assistance to the school's financial needs. Your goodness keeps alive the opportunity for hundreds of young women to develop their intellectual gifts, to expand their loving hearts, and to go forth as faithful servant leaders who can make a difference. You may download an Annual Appeal form from the Seton Keough Web site and mail to: Seton Keough High School, 1201 Caton Avenue, Baltimore, Md., 21227. Or you can make a donation with a credit card. Please call the Seton Keough Office of Advancement at (410) 646-4444 for more information. Thank you for your continued support of The Seton Keough High School.
Reunions
Is it a reunion year for you? Make plans to attend or even help out with the planning. A complete list of reunions is on the Seton Keough Web site. This list is updated on a regular basis. If there is no one listed and you’d like to volunteer to chair the event, contact Tracey Stone at tstone@setonkeough.com or 410-646-4444 ext. 1216.
Alumnae Association Membership
Are you a member of your alumnae association? If not, well now’s the time to join! The mission of all three associations—Seton, Archbishop Keough, and Seton Keough—is to keep the spirit of the individual schools alive while supporting the needs and objectives of the school today. More information on each alumnae association can be found on the Seton Keough Web site.
What’s New With You…?
The following alumnae have told us their “story” since the December issue of Alumlines was published. If you haven’t sent in an update, we’d love to hear from you. Email your “story” to tstone@setonkeough.com.
Seton
Dawn Ford Teelucksingh S’80
I am a Human Resources Manager at Erickson Retirement Communities. I completed my Bachelor of Science Degree in English at Towson University in 1991 and then obtained my Master of Arts Degree in Business Management from the College of Notre Dame of Maryland in 1997. My daughter, Candice Burke, graduated from the University of Maryland at College Park Honors Program, and my son Victor Teelucksingh, is currently attending Immaculate Conception Elementary School.
Archbishop Keough
Tonya Martin K’85
I'm currently the Editorial Director for a publishing house in Vancouver, BC, and am getting married for the first time in June '08. The wedding will be held in Vancouver.
Maribeth Morel-Smith K’86
Maribeth has been married to her husband Bruce Smith for over 7 years and they have a 5 and a half year old son, named Garrett. She has worked for Office Max for 19 years.
Seton Keough
Danielle Taylor Rice SK’00
I am married and have two beautiful daughters, Gabrielle is 6 and Isabelle is 4.
Mary Helmlinger SK’05
Mary’s mom reports: Mary graduated from The Medix School in Towson. She is now working as a Certified Medical Assistant at Concentra Medical Center, where she has received many awards and merit raises. Mary recently became engaged, but no immediate wedding plans have been set. Mary enjoys indoor roller skating, which she tries to do on a weekly basis.
Brieanna Helmlinger SK’07
Mom Helminger also reports on her other daughter: Brieanna is now attending Mt. St. Mary's University in Emmitsburg, Maryland. Her major is Biology and she hopes to move on to Veterinary School to proceed with a career as a vet. She will be working with her local veterinarian during her summer break. Besides working hard on her school work, Brieanna likes to hang out with her new friends and visiting other friends who attend local colleges.
Kelley Powell SK’07
Kelley’s mom sent in this update: Kelley transferred this past January to Saint Joseph's University in Philly where she received an academic scholarship to transfer and seems very happy there. Kelley joined Hillary Clinton's campaign in October and in February was invited to attend President Bill Clinton's speech in Baltimore. She had the opportunity to speak to President Clinton and was able to give him an article she recently wrote for the SJU newspaper to pass along to Senator Clinton.
In Memorium
We have learned of the following alumnae deaths since the December edition of Alumlines:
Seton
S31 Mary Frank
S32 Anne Bruns
S32 Sr. Winifred Mc Kay, D.C.
S33 Sr. Mary Catherine Moan, D.C.
S34 Rosalie O'Donnell
S37 Mary Lenore “Lee” Zimmerman Kelly
S42 Aileen Kelly Gay
S43 Rita Freeze Oats
S44 Patricia Moran Mills
S44 Catherine Lorraine Popple Diacont
S46 Mary Jane Cleary Shields-Komber
S46 Celeste Elliott Jones
S47 Mary Anne O’Brien Pedone
S47 Eileen Lovell Loss
S50 Rosemary Kenney Robbin (2/4/05)
S58 Joanne Wachter Tracey
S60 Joyce Schreiber Mitchell
