National Honor Society Speaker Address

Graduation 2011 Valedictorian Address

Graduation 2011 Salutatorian Address

Graduation 2011 Commencement Address- Sr. Mercedes,SCMC- on part one of video

Graduation 2011 Principal's Address

Sr. Mercedes' speech written

Graduation 2011 Part One

Student Newspaper

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Recent comments regarding our current appeal:

"AHF is a wonderful school. The education received there, and the attentiveness of the Sisters, faculty and staff is second to none. As a graduate of AHF who went on to higher education and served in public office, I can tell you first hand how valuable the Academy has been to me in every phase of my life. I know my classmates and lifelong friends from the Academy feel exactly the same way. AHF is an icon in eastern Connecticut that has contributed to many young ladies' lives, now it is time for us to contribute back to AHF. Please consider generously giving to this great school that has educated generations of young women from the Norwich area, and around the world."  Hon. Maureen C. Mooney

"AHF is a phenomenal place for the women of today to receive the very best education possible. The Sisters are attentive, caring and wonderful. The school meets the educational needs of all, however it also meets the spiritual and emotional needs of girls during the most difficult teen years. As a graduate of the Academy I sincerely hope to be able to, one day, send my daughter(s) there. The friendships formed during those years have survived the last 17 years and will continue for the next 17, I'm sure. I hope all that read this story consider giving even a small amount to help continue this great tradition for many more young women."   An alumna, Marie

"In this era of society changes, it's nice to know there are still private Catholic schools with the same values of days gone by to offer. It is a beneficial resource to our community to embrace and ensure that it continues by making donations in any amount they can. As they extend their hand to the community in so many ways, I hope the community could reciprocate in good faith." R Mansfield

In 2010 I sponsored legislation to use legislative mailing dollars to provide credits for businesses that donate to a scholarship fund. We have 50 sponsors, 12 Mayors and a dozen organizations supported the amendment. In 2011 we need the public to join our effort to support this important legislation.

For more information please read:
http://repcoutu.com/?p=889

To support the effort please email me through website.
Chris Coutu

Some Achievements Deserving Recognition

2010-2011

Congratulations, Micala Smith, for being chosen as a student community leader. Micala is a junior at the Academy of the Holy Family in Baltic, CT. Academics have always been an important part of her life and she proudly serves as a member of the Aquinas Chapter of the National Honor Society at the Academy of the Holy Family maintaining a 4.0 GPA. She is also a member of the National Art Honor Society. This year Micala is class vice president, and Teens in Action co-president. She is also involved in the Environmental Club, the Legion of Mary and the yearbook staff. Micala was the HOBY Ambassador for the Academy of the Holy Family and she continues to be active in that organization attending monthly leadership meetings and doing monthly service projects. She will attend the upcoming HOBY conferences as part of a team of Alumni helping to run the weekend at the University of Bridgeport in June. She plays competitive sports year round. In the future she hopes to go to college with a major in Biology or Biochemistry. She hopes to continue in pediatrics and possibly specialize in neonatology Her family and friends are a big part of her life and are constantly supporting her.

Micala Smith was selected as a finalist for submitting a poster to the 2011 Annual Poster Art Contest, to raise awareness about organ and tissue donation, and is being awarded a prize. Micala received Honorable Mention.

Congratulations, Andrea Bird, who excels in softball. The following are her stats: highest batting average in the league .574, tied with two home runs, slugging percentage .851, on base percentage first place in league.688, first place in league in stolen bases 44.

Congratulations to a student who wishes to remain anonymous who has been accepted at Fordham, Iona, Cedar Crest, Assumption, Ursinus, College of St. Rose, Siena College, College of New Rochelle, Hartwick College, St. Michael College, Manhattan College, Drexel College,and Wesley. She has been awarded the following scholarships:

Wesley College, Delaware- $14,000 per year
Ursinus, Pennsylvania-$15,000 per year
Cedar Crest, NY- $15,000 per year
College of St. Rose, NY- $16,000 per year
College of New Rochelle, NY- $16,500 per year
Hartwick College, NY- $20,000 per year
St. Michael College, VT- $15,500 per year
Assumption College, MA- $16,000 per year
Siena College, NY- Presidential Scholarship
Drexel College, PA- $21,000 per year
Fordham University, NY- $12,00-0 per year
Iona College, NY- FULL scholarship
Manhattan College, NY- $15,000 per year

This anonymous student has received a Presidential Scholarship to Iona- full tuition for all four years. She also received a $1000 scholarship from Chelsea Groton Bank.

Congratulations to Meagan Stanley who has been accepted at Stevenson University, MD with an $8000 merit scholarship and to the University of Maine with a merit scholarship of $10000 and acceptance into their Honors College. Meagan also received the 2011 Dime Bank Scholarship Award ($1000).

Congratulations to Victoria Hunter who was selected to represent our region at the state competition level. The competition was stiff, with all the local Good Citizen winners scoring high on the judges' forms. However, Victoria was particularly outstanding in the view of the judges. After a couple of hours of reading deliberation, Victoria was chosen. Congratulations, Victoria!

Also, Victoria has been selected as a recipient of the 2011-2012 Comcast Leaders and Achievers Scholarship. This award recognizes high school seniors from Comcast communities for commitment to community service, academic achievement, and demonstrated leadership. To acknowledge these accomplishments, recipients receive a one-time grant of $1000.

Congratulations to Andrea Bird and Zoe Robb who were nominated to the All Conference 2nd Team. They are considered two of the Top 20 players in the Constitution Sate Conference by the soccer coaches in the Conference.

Congratulations to Victoria Hunter, recipient of the 2010 Good Citizen Award by the Daughters of the American Revolution.Upon her arrival at Holy Family, victoria began participating in many activities. In addition to managing the basketball and softball teams in 2009, serving as captain of the soccer team in 2010 and participating in the Hugh O'Brien Leadership program from 2008-2010, she is presently serving as Senior Class President and Student Council President. As a junior she was inducted into the National Honor Society, received the school Citizenship Pin in 2009-2010., the 2009 Presidential Award for Academic Excellence and the 2010 Presidential Award for Academic Achievement. She hopes to attend Columbia University as an undergraduate and later as a law student.

2009-2010

Camilla Lidonde received the "Most Valuable Player Award" from the CT Girls' Soccer Coaches Association.  We are proud of Camilla!

Seung Eun Ha and Ja Young Kim participated in the Quinibaug Valley Music Festival on December 2, 2009.  It proved to be a fantastic performance that all enjoyed.  Congregations, girls!

Camilla Lidonde has been named to the All Conference Girls’ Soccer Team.  In our conference Camilla ended this season with 19 goals, and is ranked 2nd in all of Eastern Connecticut according to the Norwich Bulletin's Leading Score listing.  She has really shined this year!

Jessica Giunta- received the D.A.R. Good Citizen award for having demonstrated the qualities of Dependability, Service, Leadership and Patriotism.  Jessica is senior class president,  Student Council President and captain of the varsity soccer team.  An honor student, she also donates hours of time to help others.  According to her advisor, Jessica "has made a tremendous impact" on Teens in Action, a community service group at the Academy.  She has helped raise scholarship money for needy students, contributed to food bank drives, donated 15 winter coats this year, and has helped fill Thanksgiving and Christmas baskets for over 100 families last year.  Her community service work is described as "unparalleled" at the Academy.  She enjoys singing and is a section leader in Glee Club.  Her college aspirations include pre-med; she desires to be a surgeon.

2008-2009

Softball- Senior Co-Captain Emily Howard was ranked 8th in the Constitution State Conference, and named to the Constitution State Conference First Team.  Senior Ashley Wendorf, Sophomore Mariah Nieves, and Freshman Sofia Guarnero were Constitution State Conference Honorable Mention.  Junior Jessica Giunta was chosen to play in the 1st Annual Junior Select Team Game.  Jessica was nominated by her coaches to the team, and was chosen by the selection committee to play in the June 16th game.  Only 15 girls from the state are chosen to play on each team.  Jessica will be playing on the Small/Medium Division team.  Seniors Emily Howard and Ashley Wendorf were chosen to play in the 27th Annual Senior All Star Game on June 16th in Meriden.  Like the Junior Select Team, the girls were nominated by their coach and were chosen by the selection committee.

Andrea Pasos Palma received honorable mention in the Donate Life Connecticut Poster Art Contest.  She is to receive a prize at the Connecticut State Capitol Building in Hartford, CT.

Rachel Hanrahan was named to the Connecticut High School Coaches Association All-State Basketball Academic Team.

The Academy of the Holy Family qualified for the State Tournament in both soccer and basketball.

Out of all of the soccer players in our league, for the eleven best players, Allie Cobb was voted fourth overall for first team Constitution State Conference; both Ashley Wendorf and Candice Breau received honorable mention.  Casey Oliver was voted top goalie for first team.  These girls received these honors through the votes of coaches of our opposing teams!

2007-2008

Sarah Johnson- $7,000 scholarship from Anna Maria College- "You have been selected from an applicant pool of very talented and accomplished students."

Marjorie Kananura- $6,000 scholarship from Anna Maria College- "After a careful review of your academic performance and extra-curricular activities, we are confident that you will contribute significantly to the Anna Maria college community."

Shari Lidonde- $20,000 scholarship from American International College- "recognizes those students who have demonstrated desire and exemplify characteristics synonymous with our 'tradition of achievement'"; Dime Bank Scholarship ($1,000)

Emma Lipker- recipient of the UCONN Presidential Scholarship of $28,800 and the Presidential Scholars Award Fellowship for Research and Enrichment (2,500)- "In recognition of your outstanding academic achievement and personal accomplishments during your high school years"

Jessica Malboeuf- recipient of the Secretary of the State's Excellence in Citizenship Award; invitation from St. Joseph College to be in their Honors Program; scholarship of $60,000 from St. Joseph College- "given to students whom we feel will make an outstanding contribution to our community"; recipient of the charter Oak federal Credit Union Scholarship ($2,000); recipient of scholarship of $1,500 from the Connecticut Elks Association

2006-2007

Anna Buehler- recipient of scholarships from Georgian Court University Music Program ($60,000); recipient of the D.A.R. Good Citizen Award; recipient of the Mother Marie Alma Memorial Music Scholarship ($500)

Tammy DeGennaro- $250 Savings Bond

Stephanie Foshay- recipient of the  Chelsea Groton Bank Scholarship of $1,000; recipient of the Hector and Wanda Levesque Scholarship ($500)

Leah Hanrahan- recipient of the Capital Scholarship ($3,000); a merit scholarship from the State of Connecticut; was a Governor's Scholar during her junior year; recipient of the Air Force Math and Science Award

Kaillie Plyler- People's Bank Scholarship ($1,000); Dime Bank Scholarship ($1,000); recipient of the Hector and Wanda Levesque Scholarship ($500)

Samantha Rodrigues- recipient of scholarship of $28,000 from the University of Bridgeport

Jessica Malboeuf- Governor's Scholar Semi-Finalist 2007, St. Michael's College Book Award for Scholarship and Community Service; accepted into the 2007 AIM  Summer Program at the U.S. Coast Guard Academy

Emma Lipker- accepted into the People to People Program for the summer program abroad