News & Events
6.09.08
Commencement
With prayer, song and words of praise and mixed emotion the Regina Dominican community sent the class of 2008 off to their new lives as college and university students. Baccalaureate and Commencement Ceremonies were held on May 31, 2008 in the O’Shaughnessy Auditorium at the school.(story continued)
"...In the end, it doesn't matter what we do in the future. Whatever we do will be done the best we can, because we are Regina girls... The Class of 2008: Never, ever forget we are Regina girls. That is who we are and who we will always be, no matter where we are going. You can take the girl out of Regina, but you can't take the Regina out of the girl!" -- Kimberly Schaefer '08 (Graduate Address)
6.02.08
Convocation
The Regina Dominican High School Convocation was held on May 29 th in the O’Shaughnessy Theater. Sister Adrienne Piennette welcomed the graduates and families to the event and Principal Kathy Rzany greeted everyone. Awards were presented by Carol Kolodziej, Dean of Student Life, Verna Allworth, Senior Moderator and Patricia McDonell, Dean of Students.
This years Special Scholarships were awarded to the following Seniors: The Sullivan Award was awarded to Brigid Maniates (Chicago- 60640). This award is given to a Roman Catholic student who leads and promotes the religious and spiritual life in activities of Regina Dominican High School. The recipient models integration of liturgy, prayer and charitable works in her school and parish life. Brigid is a Youth Minister at St. Gertrude Parish in Chicago. She has been a member of the Youth Ministry Team at Regina Dominican for three years and has held positions on the team as Youth Ministry Chair and Service Co- Chair. She has been a Dominican Preacher for two years. She won the Archdiocese of Chicago, Vicariate II Youth Leadership Award. She was a member of the Peacebuilders Initiative her senior year. She sings in the Regina Dominican Liturgical Choir. In her junior and senior years at Regina Dominican she was a freshman retreat leader. As a senior she was a Kairos Retreat Leader. She is a member of NHS and received Highest Scholastic Honors for four years at Regina Dominican. She is a member of the National Social Studies League. She received the Liz Livingston Scholarship Award. All four years at Regina Dominican she received the Illinois Commission on Volunteerism and Community Service Award and the President Bush’s Volunteer Service Award. In 2006, she received the Field Museum of Chicago Service Award for over 200 hours of service. The total service house over her fours years at Regina are 1028.
The Maureen and Patrick Brannen Memorial Scholarship was awarded to Liz Anichini (Chicago- Edgebrook). The Saint Catherine of Siena Leadership Award was established by the Heirich Family in memory of Lyz Heirich, Class of ’63, was awarded to Liz Anichini (Chicago- Edgebrook). The recipient of this award is a senior who best exemplifies the spirit, love and commitment to service that Lyz shared with the Regina Dominican High School community. Mike Betlinski, college counselor, describes her as the face of Student Council, outgoing, enthusiastic, creative, motivated, and intellectual. Liz has provided leadership at Regina as a 4- year member of Student Council. She has held positions of representative, treasurer, and recording secretary and currently is Student Council President. She played volleyball her Frosh and Soph year and was a member of the soccer team as a freshman. A member of the NHS and the Spanish NHS, Liz participated in Mathletes and the WYSE team. Her outstanding leadership skills helped her organize a summer Habitat for Humanity trip for Regina Dominican this past summer.
The Roseanne Harrington award was awarded to Annice Coughlan (Chicago- 60631). The Harrington Family established this award in 1987 in memory of their beloved daughter and sister, Roseanne Harrington, Class of 1987. Each year we celebrate Roseanne’s life by recognizing a member of the senior class who most exemplifies Roseanne’s many accomplishments. Annice is an outstanding student, NHS member, who is a Peer Leader and active member of Campus Ministry. She is Director of Liturgy Music, and has served as a service coordinator for Campus Ministry. She has been involved in Regina Dominican dramas and musicals. Annice is a member of the Orchesis Dance Team and Spanish Club. She also participated on the track team and is currently a Tri-M Music Honor Society Board Member. Annice volunteers for Special Olympics and her Parish. Annice is a positive role model, polite, well spoken, and kind to all.
The Regina Dominican Medal was awarded to fifteen Regina Dominican seniors recognized for their outstanding performance. This special honor is conferred on seniors for academic excellence, service, and leadership within a subject area. Medalists in each academic discipline are: Theology, Mary Aileen Mostyn (Chicago- 60630); English, Sarah Anne Rosenak ( Evanston); Art, Angelica Maria Del Toro (Chicago- 60625); Choral, Hannah R. H. Hiett (Lake Bluff); Orchestra, Susan Therese Hagar (Wilmette); Drama, Annette Helen Bochenek (Mt. Prospect); Forensics, Dagny Regan Broome (Evanston); French, Kathleen Claire Golembiewski (Chicago- 60631); Latin, Natalie Scibek (Lincolnwood); Spanish, Maura Ann Lakowski (Northbrook); Mathematics, Kelly Patricia Roderer (Evanston); Biology, Hannah Nell Koch (Evanston); Chemistry, Elizabeth Marie Anichini (Chicago- Edgebrook); Physics, Tahra Lucene Eissa (Evanston).
The Principal’s Award recognizes the graduating senior who has maintained the highest level of academic achievement during her four- year attendance at Regina Dominican. This top scholar not only represents the best in scholastic achievement but also exemplifies excellence in leadership and service. The 2008 Principal’s Award is proudly presented to Hannah Koch(Evanston).
The following Seniors, designated Superior Scholars, maintained grade point average of 5.0 or above during their four years and merited Honors with Highest Distinction. Paula Acuna (Skokie), Elizabeth Marie Anichini (Chicago- 60646), Katherine Ann Baker (Wilmette), Annette Helen Bochenek (Mt. Prospect), Mary Bohlke (60646), Dagny Regan Broome (Evanston), Annice Carmel Coughlan (Chicago- 60631), Tahra Lucene Eissa (Evanston),Margaret Mary Fahrenbach (Wilmette), Kathleen Claire Golembiewski (Chicago- 60631), Kelly Elizabeth Grant (Glenview), Kimberly Noelle Griseto (Skokie), Mia Helen Gutsell (Chicago- 60646), Susan Therese Hagar (Wilmette), Kerry Nugent Hancuch (Wilmette), Emily Anne Kemnetz (Chicago- 60646), Hannah Nell Koch (Evanston), Maura Ann Lakowski (Northbrook), Mary Aileen Mostyn (Chicago- 60630), Katherine Patricia Nickele (Glenview), Suzanne Geraldine Niersbach (Chicago 60631), Kathryn Ann Pins (Glenview), Kelly Patricia Roderer (Evanston), Sarah Anne Rosenak (Evanston), Courtney Elizabeth Sakas (Northbrook), Kimberly Ann Schaefer (Park Ridge), Natalie C. Scibek (Lincolnwood), Jessica Linn Trapp (Northbrook) and Devin Kathleen Warden (Chicago- 60631).
Seniors maintained grade point average between 4.5 and 4.99 during their four years and merited Highest Honors. Flannery Rose Donahue (Wilmette), Krystina Irene Gralek (Chicago- 60646), Hannah R. H. Hiett (Lake Bluff), Hyein Jeong (Wilmette), Alison Elizabeth Kapustka (Lincolnwood), Elizabeth Charlotte Krupp (Chicago- 60630), Kelly Kukla (Chicago 60646), Mary Elizabeth Laut (Wilmette), Brigid Maria Maniates (Chicago- 60640), Erin Michelle McGarry (Chicago- 60646), Molly Elizabeth Rosenbach (Northbrook), Julienne Vanessa Samuels (Skokie), Rebecca Jane Schmitz (Chicago- 60630), Julie Mary Stoner (Chicago- 60645) and Anne Theresa Yurek (Winnetka).
High Honors was given to Seniors who maintained a grade point average between 4.0 and 4.49 during their four years. Mariellen Great Benway (Northbrook), Bernadette Canon (Niles), Catherine M. Costigan (Chicago- 60614), Maria Jelina De Gala (Morton Grove), Kerry Rose Degnan (Chicago- 60631), Nicole Danielle Ferrero (Chicago- 60630), Amy Fontana (Chicago- 60656), Roselle Ann Galicia (Chicago- 60625), Lauren Nicole Gutierrez (Chicago- 60646), Caitlin Hehir (Chicago- 60630), Lauren Ann Hogan (Glenview), Desir é Victoria Knorr (Morton Grove), Kathleen Loftus (Chicago- 60646), Erika Christine Morris (Evanston), Jamie Leigh Mazur (Chicago- 60646), Elizabeth Jane Napolilli (Evanston), Amanda Marie Richards (Wilmette), Amanda Moran Riley (Chicago- 60646), Amanda M. Wilk (Chicago- 60045) and Diana Nicole Vargas (Chicago- 60630.
Many other seniors awards and scholarships were given during the Honors Convocation.
5.20.08
Regina Announces Student Council Officers for the 2008-2009 school year:
President, Elizabeth Costigan, (Chicago-Lincoln Park); Vice President, Lexy Pyles (Chicago- Edgebrook); Corresponding Secretary, Claire Draths (Glenview); Recording Secretary, Maggy Grossbart (Wilmette); Treasurer, Annmarie Gast (Chicago).
The Senior Class Executive Board for the 2008-2009 school year: Maura Flaherty (Lincolnwood), Kristen Kelly (Park Ridge), Katie Maloney (Chicago-60630), Megan Morris (Glenview) and Kaitlin Walsh (Glenview). (story continued)
5.12.08
The Crown
Crown, Regina Dominican High School’s news magazine, received a First Place Award from the American Scholastic Press Association.
The paper merited perfect ratings in the categories of editing and creativity. The following are editorial board members for the current year: Dagny Broome (Evanston), Kate Golembiewski (Chicago 60631), Kelly Grant (Glenview) and Sarah Rosenak (Evanston).
Associate editors are: Arts and entertainment editors: Annette Bochenek (Mount Prospect) and Brigid Maniates (Chicago 60640)
Opinion editors: Amy Fontana (Chicago 60656), and Mia Gutsell (Chicago 60646)
Feature editor: Rosie Galicia (Chicago 60625)
Sports editor: Laura Hogan (Glenview) (story continued)
4.14.08
Regina Announces History Fair Finalists
Five Regina Dominican girls qualify for the Chicago History Fair Metro/State Finals with their senior division research papers: Kate Kurgan (Wilmette), Nicole Jaconetty (Chicago, 60656), Jacqueline Ave Maria (Morton Grove), Leesha Maliakal (Morton Grove) and Megan Broderick (Chicago 60631). Their topics range from the Rise and Fall of the Chicago Meat Packing Industry to Jane Adams and the Cure for Poverty to the Democratic National Convention of 1968. (story continued)
4.8.08
Regina Dominican Hosts "Dramatic Dining" Event
The second annual Mother- Daughter Luncheon and Benefit, Dramatic Dining, was presented by Regina Dominican High School on April 6, 2008. Over two hundred mothers and daughters gathered for boutique shopping, a dramatic dining raffle and lunch. The ten tables raffled were exquisitely set with china, glassware, silver and decorative elements. Each table setting was based on a theme from a musical theater production: A Little Night Music, An American in Paris, Camelot, Carousel, Flower Drum Song, Madame Butterfly, Phantom of the Opera, Wicked and Brigadoon. All proceeds benefit Regina Dominican. (story continued)
3.04.08
Regina Dominican Second Quarter Honor Roll
The following Regina Dominican students earned a place on the Honor Roll for the third quarter marking period. A Honors is awarded to those with an A average and a grade point of 3.5 or higher. On the B Honors list are those with a B average and a grade point between 3.66 and 2.66. (story continued)
2.19.08
Regina Girls Win!
AHH, THE SWEET (16) SMELL OF SUCCESS!!!!!
The Regina Panthers move into the Class 3A Sweet Sixteen and one step closer to a Sectional Championship with a 62-58 win against #2 seed Marian Central Catholic. The Panthers would like to thank all the fans who came out to support the team and packed the house! (story continued)
2.11.08
Regina Art Students Recieve Awards
Eight Art students Regina Dominican participated in the student exhibit sponsored by the Wilmette Arts Guild held at the Wilmette Public Library. Two were awarded an Honorable Mention: senior, Angelica Del Toro (Chicago, Lincoln Square) for her watercolor painting, “A Sunset in Rome,” and junior, Nikki Toyama Winnetka) for her tempera self portrait entitled “Big Head.” Nikki’s painting was featured on the program cover for the awards ceremony. (story continued)
2.11.08
Regina Dominican Uses Smart Board Technology
Regina Dominican recently acquired four Smart Boards, also called “interactive presentation managers,” for use in the English, Social Studies, Science and Math Departments. This easy to use emergent technology provides for interactive student learning and problem solving in a world that is rapidly changing. Interactive is a key feature. For Regina the addition is academically advantageous because female students tend to learn visually. (story continued)
2.04.08
Regina Dominican Students Explore Diversity
In late January the Respect Club of Regina Dominican celebrated a student exchange with students from Thornton Township High School located in Harvey. A total of forty -four students, from both schools, participated. The purpose of this student exchange day was to celebrate diversity by creating community and exploring issues related to multiculturalism. Activities, led by Patricia Caine, PsyD., Regina school counselor, peaked student awareness about their similarities and differences; students learned how to build inclusive communities. (story continued)
1.29.08
"Regina Tweleve"
First High School in the Nation to Visit the Emmett Till Trail
Twelve Regina Dominican students traveled on a “Civil Rights Adventure” during the Martin Luther King holiday week end in January. They visited important places associated with the Civil Rights Movement in Arkansas, Mississippi and Tennessee. The tour was initiated and led by social studies teacher Mike Small who offered the trip to guide students through an understanding of the American Civil Rights Movement. (story continued)
12.18.07
Regina Dominican Seniors Receive Honor
Twenty- one percent of the Regina Dominican High School Senior Class is in the top ten percent of 147,000 graduating Illinois high school seniors receive this honor of Illinois State Scholar. Selection is based on a combination of their exemplary college entrance examination scores and record of high school achievement. The Illinois Student Assistance Commission (ISAC) indicates these students have an especially high potential for success in college. (story continued)
12.18.07
Regina Dominican Junior to Serve on Archdiocesan Pastoral Council
On November 17, 2007 Erin Sexton 09(Chicago) received a long anticipated letter welcoming her as a member of the Archdiocesan Pastoral Council (APC). She is one of many to apply and interview for one of the two Youth Delegate positions on the 70 person Council. The APC is comprised of two representatives from each Vicarate/Deanery, and representatives from Lay Oraganizations, the Consejo Pastoral, Deacons, Presbyteral Council, Archdiocesan Women’s Committee, Youth Council, Young Adults, Pastoral Associates, Sisters, Brothers and Religious Priests. The APC is the only consultative body to Cardinal George. (story continued)
12.18.07
Ring Day
Annual Ring Day on December 7 th, honored Regina Dominican’s ninety-eight seniors. They wore caps and gowns for the first time and began to sense the changes that will take place during the next several months. “T he Ring Day ceremony marks the beginning of the end,” said Verna Allworth, senior moderator. “It is a ‘rite of passage’ that gives seniors an opportunity to reflect on their experience as Regina students and to prepare for the final months leading up to graduation.” (story continued)
11.19.07
Claire Kaufman
Congratulations to Claire Kaufman(Wilmette), class of ’09, for receiving an honorable mention in the Redesign Your School Contest sponsored by American Architectural Foundation and Target Corporations. Claire was chosen from hundreds of applicants around the country who submitted designs. This has been the largest national design competition open to high school students. The United States spends billions of dollars building new schools every year and rarely are students ever asked for their opinion. This was a great opportunity for Claire and other high school students to address this very important topic. (story continued)
10.31.07
National Red Ribbon Campaign
During the week of October 22-26, 2007, Regina Dominican High School participated in the National Red Ribbon Campaign. The campaign began in 1985 as a result of the murder of the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) Special Agent Enrique “Kiki” Camerena. Agent Camerena was working undercover in Mexico when he was caught, tortured and murdered by drug traffickers. The Illinois Drug Education Alliance (IDEA), along with the Virginia Federation of Parents, organized the first National Red Ribbon Campaign to recognize Kiki’s fight. The red ribbon became a symbol of zero-tolerance for illegal drug use, and a commitment to a drug-free lifestyle. (story continued)
10.31.07
Regina Dominican Crown
Crown, Regina Dominican High School’s news magazine, was awarded an International First Place rating for superior achievement from Quill and Scroll.
Crown received a perfect score on its policy guidelines, with superior ratings on coverage, business practices and display and design with marks of distinction for coverage and content, writing and editing, and leadership. (story continued)
10.24.07
Marillac House
Marillac House on Chicago’s west side was the destination for thirty-five Regina Dominican Sophomores on October 9. They were quickly involved with a room full of five year olds creating colorful art-work. Spongy decorations landed not only on the art, but on the faces of children and student mentors as they worked together on the project! The joyful spirit was palpable! One little boy had a very sad face when the session ended. (story continued)
10.18.07
Freshman Retreat
It was not an ordinary school day for Regina Dominican Frosh as they gathered for prayer and fun at the annual retreat. One hundred six young women, new to Regina, spent time building class spirit and the relationships that would last a lifetime. Looking across the gym it was circle upon circle of conversation. (story continued)
5.25.07
Bernadette Hayes - Educator of Destinction Award (story continued)
5.24.07
Regina Student Wins Gaelic Park Award
Regina Dominican’s Nicole Jaconetty (2010-Chicago-60656) recently received a First Place cash Scholarship Award in the annual Gaelic Park Essay Contest, High School Division. Initiated in 1998 the contest has offered student writers an opportunity to celebrate their cultural heritage by writing about the Irish-American experience. All participants wrote on the topic “What Does It Mean to be Irish?" (story continued)
5.24.07
Regina Dominican Earns Top Honors In Illinois History Expo
Regina Dominican student Kristen Kelly ( Park Ridge) earned Highest Honors in the Illinois State History Expo on May 19 in Springfield. Her project is titled “A Man and His Plan: Daniel Burnham and His 1909 Chicago Plan.” Kristen will advance to the National History Day to be held at the University of Maryland in June. (story continued)
5.24.07
Regina Students Win National French Honors
Thirteen Regina Dominican students received recognition awards for performance on National French Contest. National Recognition and Certificats d'Honneur: French V - Amelia Salutz (Chicago-Rogers Park) 10th place national, 7th place in the Chicago-Northern Il region; French IV - Elizabeth Ave Maria (Morton Grove) 10th place national, 9th place in the Chicago-Northern Il region; Hannah Koch (Evanston) 9th place national, 8th place in the Chicago-Northern Il region. Certificats d'Honneur: French III- Kathleen Golembiewski (Chicago-Edison Park), Tahra Eissa (Evanston), Aurore Charroud (Chicago-Suaganash); French II - Kathleen Kurgan (Wilmette). Certificats de Réussite (Achievement) French V - Katharina Kentsch (Chicago-60614), French IV - Sarah Rosenak (Evanston), French III - Allison Marino (Winnetka), Alana Swanson (Evanston), French II - Jasmine Garvin (Evanston), French I - Maura Lakowski (Northbrook), Jacqueline Ave Maria (Morton Grove). (story continued)
5.11.07
Regina Students Recognized for National Spanish Exam
Regina students achieved recognition recently for their high scores on the National Spanish Exam. Sixteen young women were acknowledged at the national level and received certificates of achievement: Kristen Macur Brousil (Glenview), Gold Medal certificate; Stephany Merlan (Chicago-60630), Silver Medal certificate, bilingual category; Leah Cardona (Chicago-60618), Bronze Medal certificate, bilingual category; Kimberly Schaefer (Park Ridge), Bronze Medal certificate; Paula Acuña (Skokie), Bronze Medal certificate, outside experience category. The following received certificates for Honorable Mention: Nicole Hall ( Evanston), Meredith Grossbart (Wilmette), Leesh Maliakal ( Morton Grove), Elizabeth Anichini (Chicago-Edgebrook), Annette Bochenek ( Mt. Prospect), Maggie Fahrenbach (Wilmette), Nicole Ferrero (Chicago-Sauganash), Roselle Galicia (Chicago-60625), Katherine Nickele (Glenview), Rebecca Schmitz ( Chicago-Jefferson Park). (story continued)
5.11.07
Regina Crown News Magazine Wins Award
Crown, Regina Dominican High School's news magazine, recently received a First Place Award from the American Scholastic Press Association for the calendar year 2006. The paper merited perfect ratings in the categories of editing, creativity, and art and illustrations. The following are editorial board members for the current year: Samantha Brayer ( Park Ridge), Meg Johnson (Glenview) , Annie Mersch (Chicago-Sauganash) , Amelia Salutz ( Chicago-Rogers Park) , Katie Szmyd (Chicago-Edgebrook). (story continued)
5.8.07
Regina Celebrates "Earth Season"
During the Annual May 2 nd Earth Rally at Regina Dominican students enjoyed the beauty of the day, original songs by Kim Schaefer (’08 Park Ridge) and creative earth activities. Potting plants and painting pots was led by Ale Flores and Stephanie Cuellar (’07, Winnetka); tie dye shirts were inspired by Nicky Valenzuela (’07, Morton Grove); eyebrow threading was offered by Danielle Freeman (’07, Chicago-Lakeview). Lucy Lindgren (’07, Chicago-Lincoln Park) and Lisa Ryu (’07, Wilmette) displayed and sold original jewelry; Meaghan Morris (’09, Glenview) and Alexandra Pyles (Chicago-Wildwood) offered greeting cards and stationery. A Hybrid Honda was shown by Maria Gobbi ( Evanston) to remind students of the need for fuel economy. (story continued)
5.8.07
Regina Music Students Compete
Music students from Regina Dominican competed in the Illinois High School Association’s State Solo and Ensemble Contest held on March 3, 2007 at the Elmwood Park High School. Regina Dominican received 18 Division I Ratings and 15 Division II Ratings. (story continued)
5.1.07
Tri-M Sponsors a Fun Musical Evening
The Tri-M International Music Honor Society presents Rockapalloza Saturday night, May 5, 2007 in the Regina Dominican Auditorium, 7-10 PM. Included in the night's entertainment are: piano and vocals written and performed by Julienne Samuels, guitar and vocals written and performed by Kim Schaefer, The Secret Minority and a Mystery Band. The evening ends with Dr. Manhattan! All are invited. (story continued)
4.30.07
Regina Respect Club Visits De La Salle
On April 23 the Respect Club of Regina Dominican High School visited one of its sister schools: De La Salle High School in Chicago. The purpose of the visit was to promote understanding, respect and awareness of diverse cultures in the Metropolitan Chicago area. Colleen Nelson (’08 Mt. Prospect) was happy to meet new friends. She says, “Even though we come from all over the city and suburbs we have common interests and experiences. A day like this gives us a chance to learn from each other.” Visiting students were shadows in classes at De La Salle. (story continued)
4.27.07
Winnie the Pooh Cast, Regina Dominican
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4.25.07
Dramatic Dining
Dramatic Dining was the title, and the experience, for the first annual Mother-Daughter Luncheon and Benefit presented by Regina Dominican College Preparatory School. On April 21 almost two hundred people gathered for Broadway Bound boutique shopping, a sit-down meal and the Dramatic Dining raffle. The seven tables raffled were exquisitely set with china, glassware, silver and decorative elements. Each table setting was based on a theme from a musical theater production: South Pacific, My Fair Lady, Oklahoma, Annie Get You Gun, White Christmas, 1776 and Grease. Among table-setting winners were: Karen Interrante ( Chicago), Susan Hartnett ( Evanston), and Sarah Thorrens ( Deerfield). Sister Adrienne Piennette, President of Regina, won the Cubs tickets. (story continued)
4.25.07
Regina Dominican Students Make Music in Europe
The Regina Dominican choir, chorale and orchestra members traveled to Germany and the Czech Republic on a performing tour during Easter break. The tour group landed in Frankfurt; first highlights were the Cologne Cathedral and the castle in Heidelberg. (story continued) (pictures)
4.25.07
Regina Models Trashy Fashions
Thirty-six young women from Regina Dominican College Preparatory participated in the April 19 Trashy Fashion Show sponsored by the Solid Waste Agency of North CookCounty (SWANCC). Some Regina students designed and assembled; others modeled the unique “clothing” and accessories made from recycled materials such as pop caps, baggies, packaging material and guitar picks. (story continued)
4.25.07
Motivational Speaker at Regina Dominican
Regina Dominican young women gathered at an important assembly on Friday, April 20 for the annual Wellness Day. Ms. Lisa Tomasetti, the first speaker, talked about Cystic Fibrosis and the Cystic Fibrosis Walk in which students were encouraged to participate. (story continued)
4.19.07
Regina NationalMerit Qualifying Students
The following Regina Dominican students are recognized among those who scored in the top 50,000 of the 1.4 million who took the National Merit Qualifying test: Kerry Hancuch (Wilmette), Katherine Kinnaird, Hannah Koch (Evanston), Maura Lakowski (Northbrook), Anna Lingen (Arlington Heights). These students have demonstrated outstanding academic potential. In the final round they hope to be among the 8,200 Merit Scholarship awardees in 2008. (story continued)
3.30.07
Regina Participates in Leadership Training
In early March, students from Regina Dominican, New Trier and North Shore Country Day joined together for a Snowball retreat weekend to develop leadership and teamwork skills, gain self-knowledge and meet peers from other schools. Katie Clark, Regina's social worker, was among those who organized the event; Regina teachers Nereida Pereda and Shannon Reuland served as adult leaders. Students at Regina were thrilled to have adults from their school community participate in this program. (story continued)
3.26.07
Regina Dominican Recognizes Donors
There was a smile on Sister Adrienne Piennette’s face as faithful donors to Regina Dominican arrived for the Donor Appreciation reception and entertainment, Sunday, March 25. During the evening Sister Adrienne, President of Regina Dominican College Preparatory School, thanked parents of current and former students, alumnae and all who are part of the “Regina family at large” for their “continuing generosity of spirit and treasure.” Many who attended have a long history with Regina and come each year for this festive occasion. (story continued) (additional pictures)
3.20.07
Regina Golf Team Enters Hall of Fame
The 1982 Regina Golf Team and Coach Vi Reego were inducted into the Girls Catholic Athletic Conference Hall of Fame on March 18, 2007. Members of that golf team are: Jennifer Reego Goldberg, Heather Hodur Penn, Kathy Flakus Bruckner, Nancy Rourke Ross, Bridget Healy, Kelly McCarthy Mannard. (story continued)
21.07
President's Brunch: Success for Regina Dominican
Winter cold did not prevent one hundred thirty three people from gathering for the Regina Dominican President’s Brunch at the Sunset Ridge Club on February 11. The elegant setting and splendid food was in harmony with the cheerful guests who came to celebrate the annual event. Almost $21,000 was raised. (story continued)
2.21.07
Ash Wednesday at Regina Dominican
The Regina Dominican High School community celebrated Ash Wednesday with a prayer service in O’Shaughnessy Auditorium. Led by Dr. Donna Cascino, Campus Minister, the service included the traditional Scripture readings from Joel and from the Gospel of Matthew that call people to prayer, fasting and a change of heart. She reminded everyone of the changes that students experience: ”Frosh tell us that change is difficult. It is difficult being a freshman in a new school, learning new things. Seniors tell us that this is a hard year because of all of the changes that happen in their lives, changes that may lead to new horizons. (story continued)
2.08.07
Papers for Pizza
The Environmental Club is sponsoring a PIZZA for PAPER challenge. “Don’t throw paper away!” says Maureen McHugh, science teacher at Regina and moderator of the Environmental Club. “We need to collect six tons by March 31.” (story continued)
1.31.07
Regina Dominican Second Quarter Honor Roll
The following Regina Dominican students earned a place on the Honor Roll for the second quarter marking period. A Honors is awarded to those with an A average and a grade point of 3.5 or higher. On the B Honors list are those with a B average and a grade point between 3.66 and 2.66. (story continued)
1.30.07
Safe Driving
Mrs. Kathy Rzany, Principal of Regina Dominican, spoke to the girls about safe driving. The recent deaths of teens in automobile accidents prompted her to express her concern and to encourage them to be careful and attentive when driving. At one time she had taught two young women who were killed in a car crash, so she knows first hand the tragedy of a young life lost. She knows what these losses mean to a school. (story continued)
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12.20.06
Art Club
Military personnel over seas need all the support they can get. That is why the Regina Dominican Art club sent art supplies for service men and women to use during their free time. Chaplain (CPT) Jerry Johnson has set up an art room for the troops at a base in Italy and sent out a request for “any and all arts and crafts supplies.” Though the project is being coordinated in Italy, supplies will go to other locations. (story continued)
12.20.06
International Ambassadors
Regina Dominican Sophomores, Margeaux Methavicht (Chicago-60613), Molly Gabinski (Chicago-60657), and Junior, Mia Gutsell (Chicago-60646) have been accepted into the People to People International Ambassadors Program. Joining many others from around the country they will travel to Japan next summer as representatives of the United States. (story continued)
12.20.06
Christmas Concert
Can-Can, Carol of the Bells and O Holy Night were among the pieces performed by the Regina Dominican Orchestra, Chorale and Chamber Choir at the annual Christmas concert on held December 15 in O’Shaughnessy Auditorium. Both choirs joined in the traditional Lo How a Rose E’er Blooming while lit candles added to the ambience of the evening; they were accompanied by the string ensemble: Amelia Salutz (Chicago-Rogers Park) and Soldam Kim (Skokie), violin; Jung Min Lee (Northbrook), viola; Megan Yorath (Chicago-Sauganash), cello; Annice Coughlan (Chicago-Norwood Park), bass. Among audience favorites was the arrangement of “Fruit Cake” sung by the Chorale, Chamber Choir and alumnae members from years past. (story continued)
12.13.06
Ring Day Marks Change for Regina Seniors
The annual Ring Day at Regina Dominican, on December 8 th, honored seniors as they wore caps and gowns for the first time and reflected on the changes that will take place during the next few months. “There are lessons to be learned here,” said Donna Cascino, Campus Minister: “Growth and change happen and help seniors grow into adulthood . These changes can be painful, but gratifying and they learn new things. This time of transition becomes a blessing to them as well as a memory. It helps to ritualize what is happening.” (story continued)
11.21.06
Regina Dominican Partners with Siena Heights University
Thursday, November 2, 2006 marked an historic day for Siena Heights University in Adrian, Michigan and Regina Dominican College Preparatory Catholic School for women in Wilmette, Illinois. The two schools have formed a partnership for the purpose of aiding college bound Seniors who wish to pursue a Liberal Arts education at Siena with affordable tuition. Both institutions are steeped in the rich tradition of Catholic education and are sponsored by the Adrian Dominican Sisters. (story continued)
11.20.06
Thanksgiving and Advent Traditions at Regina
Traditions Abound at Regina Dominican. Among the special times during this sacred season are the Advent Prayer Service, the annual Ring Day Mass and a Celebration of Diversity where ethnic customs are highlighted. (story continued)
11.11.06
National Honor Society Welcomes Thirty-six Regina Students
Thirty -six Regina Dominican juniors and seniors were inducted into the National Honor Society (NHS) during a special candle-lighting ceremony on November 1. Proud families attended the ceremony prepared by NHS members and by moderators Kim Fermoyle and Kate Houston. President of NHS, Anne Mersch and Vice-president Margaret Shinnick presided. (story continued)
11.7.06
Regina Dominican Gives Tribute for Lasting Legacy
As Sheila and Robert Hulseman ( Winnetka) were honored at the annual Regina Dominican Black and White Ball on October 27 they spoke in glowing terms about the school and about the quality education their daughters and granddaughters have experienced through the years. “I am in awe,” said Mr. Hulseman. “ Regina is like an angel choir; maybe you can hear it.” He commended the many parents of Regina students who were present for choosing Regina. (story continued)
11.02.06
Red Ribbon Week at Regina Dominican
During the week of October 23-27, 2006, Regina Dominican High School participated in the National Red Ribbon Campaign. The campaign began in 1985 as a result of the murder of the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) Special Agent Enrique “Kiki” Camerena. Agent Camerena was working undercover in Mexico when he was caught, tortured and murdered by drug traffickers. The Illinois Drug Education Alliance (IDEA), along with the Virginia Federation of Parents, organized the first National Red Ribbon Campaign to recognize Kiki’s fight. The red ribbon became a symbol of zero-tolerance for illegal drug use, and a commitment to a drug-free lifestyle. (story continued)
10.23.06
Regina Dominican: Leading in Leadership
On Friday, October 6 th, Regina Dominican High School held its annual Junior High Leadership Conference. Over 120 6 th, 7 th, and 8 th grade students attended, representing 16 different Junior High Schools, both public and private. The workshops consisted of Leadership Skills, Communications, Team Building and Public Speaking. Members of Regina Dominican’s Student Council ran all the workshops. Awards were given at the end of the day to students who demonstrated excellent skills in all areas of the workshop. (story continued)
10.18.06
Environmental Club Beautifies School
Fall planting is only one of the projects of the Regina Dominican students who are conscious of our natural world. The science classes and Environmental Club have been tending the earth with various projects since last spring, and in each season they work with the natural cycles of plants, trees and flowers. (story continued)
10.6.06
Regina Dominican Students Recognized for Academic Honors
Regina Dominican seniors, juniors and sophomores were recognized for achievements in the 2005-2006 year at the Fall Honors Assembly held on October 4. One hundred twenty-one students were recognized for Highest Honors maintaining a grade point average of 4.5 or above. Another sixty-one earned High Honors for their cumulative grade point average of 4.0 to 4.9. (story continued)
10.4.05
Oprah Producer to Speak at Regina Dominican Career Day October 20
Producer for the Oprah Winfrey show, Tara Montgomery, will be the keynote speaker for the Regina Dominican High School Career Day scheduled for October 20, 2006. In efforts to motivate and inspire the young women at Regina she will talk about her career as it unfolded through the years and her passion for the work she does now. As a woman with varied experiences in broadcasting she has much to offer girls who are seeking guidance in thinking about their future careers. (story continued)