Message from the Alumnae Director                                    

Greetings Dear Maryite Sisters,

It’s hard to believe that 2009 has come to an end!  Where did the time go? As we begin this brand new year, I thank God for all He has allowed us to accomplish and for the blessings to come in 2010.

2009 had its many challenges, for all of us, and many of us were tested to the limit.  As Maryites, let us never forget that we are strong; stronger than we know; and so we must continue to draw from that inner source that never forsakes, and continue the upward journey.

I thank God for Sister Jennie Jones, our Principal, and her great staff who are working so hard to accomplish the goals set for the school after Katrina.  The challenges have been monumental but the light at the end of the tunnel is finally trickling in.

SMA is like a mother in labor, awaiting the birth of a brand new baby!  The delivery date,August, 2010.  The birth of our new school could come two weeks early or two weeks late; but it will surely come!  Praise God!   

St. Mary’s Academy Alumnae Association is poised to continue assisting the Sisters of The Holy Family in their effort to nurture our children, spiritually, emotionally, and academically. 

Our 20th Annual Scholarship Gala is coming up on March 27, 2010.  We desperately need the participation of all of you to make this event a success for our students who need assistance.  We need to sell as many tickets as possible for the gala.  If you are unable to attend, purchase a ticket for a friend or sponsor a Holy Family Sister.  We need items for our silent auction! (hotel stays, jewelry, art, dinner cruises, gift certificates, gift baskets, restaurant certificates) anything of value that can be used for the auction.

As Maryites, we know that an investment in St. Mary’s Academy will go a long way in insuring a bright future for our youth.

God Bless You, God Love You, and God Keep You

Connie Fitch 69’  

(504) 949-2442