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2 nd Annual Day of Empowerment For Women
Under colorful umbrellas on the beautiful sunny morning of April 19, 2008, Maryites and friends, young and old, gathered for spiritual rejuvenation, complete with good music, uplifting messages, and a sumptuous buffet.
Our dynamic speakers for the event were Deadra Coleman with
Whole Food Company, Dr. Effie Mouton, Stress Management
Director of Louisiana Spirit, and Saronne Sunrae with Sun Braids
International; all of whom delivered powerful and inspirational messages on the importance of maintaining good health-through proper nutrition, stress management and the art of affirming the unique beauty and goodness in ourselves
While guest dined, our fabulous friends & alumnae models showed off cool, cute and sassy summer fashion! Special hats and accessories, provided by the “Treasure Chest Boutique” were a big hit!
Poet and Author of “Red Beans and Ricely Yours”, Dr. Mona Lisa Saloy shared poetry that made us laugh, say amen, and just flow with the rhythm of her words.
Popular New Orleans actor, Patricia McGuire Hill dazzled us with her performance of Maya Angelou’s “Phenomenal Woman”. She was phenomenal!!!
A great musical lineup by Connie & Dwight Fitch topped off the event!
We’re definitely looking forward to next year!!
Demolition Ceremony
On June 16 th, 2008 hundreds of loyal daughters gathered to say goodbye to the buildings
that once served us so well. St. Mary’s Academy Demolition Ceremony was a bitter-sweet experience for Maryites & friends.
Sister Eva Regina Martin, Superior General of the Sisters of the Holy Family, other representatives of her congregation, Sister Jenny Jones, principal of St. Mary’s, faculty, staff and summer school students, were all present for the ceremony.
Councilwoman, Cynthia Willard-Lewis, and other members of the city council, representatives of FEMA and the director of Sewerage & Water Board, Marcia St. Martin were with us; all pledging their support of our rebuilding efforts.
The heavens cried with us, as we watched the giant ball plunge into our once so beautiful school. In spite of all, we know that St. Mary’s Academy will be restored more beautiful and better equipped to serve future generations of Maryites.
The event was covered by all of our local TV stations.
Pre-Alumnae 1 st Annual Crawfish Boil
It was a chilly & wet morning on April 12 th, but by 12:oo noon the weather was perfect and we were ready to receive the many Maryites, Purple Knights, faculty, family and friends at our 1 st Annual Crawfish Boil. The scene was set with large pots and nets full of fresh-spicy hot crawfish, boiled potatoes, corn and to top it off, “The Free Agents Brass Band. Um um good!
We had some fun! Right in our own back yard! Can’t wait til next year!
Good job pre-alum!
Pictured below are members of the Class of 1999 who have maintained their commitment to stay in touch with one another and their Alma Mater. The group meets on a regular basis to hang out and discuss ways to enhance programs at SMA.
Shannon Cooper Sims, Deputy Judicial Administrator
Shannon Cooper Sims, Class of 1982, has been appointed the first
African-American to hold a position in the Judicial Administrator's Office of Criminal District Court. She was appointed this past July as Deputy Judicial Administrator.
Dr. Ann Guillory, Assistant Vice President
Dr. Ann Guillory has been appointed Assistant Vice President for Academic Student Services at Felican College in Lodi, N J. Ann has been a strong and persistent advocate for students during her 20+ years of service as a faculty member and EOF Director. In light of that experience, she has been asked to form a Division of Academic Student Services to integrate and coordinate various efforts in academic advising, academic tutoring and support services, particularly in writing and mathematics. She will work closely with the Divisional Deans and other members of the Academic Affairs staff to improve the academic progress of students, and represent Academic Affairs in all matters dealing with student retention.
Congratulations Ann!
Let the nation know that your Maryite Pride 
is alive and well!
Purchase a magnetic ribbon to show your support for the rebuilding of your beloved SMA.
Send your money order [no checks] made out to St. Mary's Academy in the amount of
$12.50
[$10.00 + 2.50 shipping]
St. Mary's Academy
c/o Sandra J. Regis
3774 Gentilly Blvd
New Orleans, LA 70122