Villa Alumnae

MARY PAT MATTSON
Villa Maria Class of 1971

Mary Pat Donohue Mattson ‘71
Ars Liberalis recipient
Mary Pat with her husband Joe
and three of her five children-Dan, Kate ’03 and Michael

Want To Become A Mentor?

Looking to share some of your time, talents, and expertise?
Villa is currently working on The Student Mentoring Program, which will provide current students an opportunity to shadow professionals in their workplace environment.
You and the student could mutually arrange a time to meet (typically school holidays or seasonal breaks).
This is a wonderful way to help girls better understand
careers they are interested in pursuing as well as a
unique chance to give back to the Villa community
that helped you reach your own business goals. If you
are interested in becoming a mentor or have any
questions, please fill out the following form:

* Alumnae Student Mentoring Form (pdf)

This form can be submitted at your convienence to
Maggie Hewes in any of the following formats: Mhewes@vmahs.org;
Fax: 610-644-7368;
or mail 370 Old Lincoln Highway,
attn: Maggie Hewes, Malvern, PA 19355

ALUMNAE AWARD
RECOGNITION

Each year, the Villa Maria community will honor two individuals and a class for the advancement of the mission and ideals of the school.

Sister Theresa Maxis, was co-founder of the congregation of the Sisters, Servants of the Immaculate Heart of Mary. She was a great-souled visionary who turned dreams into possibilities. Her life was a pilgrimage in which she remained ever faithful to the inner voice of God's Spirit. Her integrity, leadership, boundless energy for others, joyfulness, and respect of self and all others is a living legacy to the IHM sisters today.

The Maxis Award
is in memory of Sister Theresa Maxis, co-founder of the congregation of the Sisters, Servants of the Immaculate Heart of Mary. Her integrity, leadership, boundless energy for others, joyfullness and respect of self and all others is a living legacy to the IHM sisters today. She was a great-souled visionary who turned dreams into possibilities. This award is giiven to an individual who has remained faithful to the workings of the Holy Spirit. One who has acted with integrity, lead by example and shown respect to self and others while making a substantial contribution to the community. The award is presented at the Communion Breakfast, typically held in early November.

Ballot for Nomination

Ars Liberalis Award
This award will be presented to an alumna who has dedicated herself to Gospel values, using her energies to reflect God's love to the world, by giving of her talents, time and resources. Through her continuing commitment to the values of a Catholic life, the recipient will have inspired an appreciation for the values of the Catholic school tradition.

Ballot for Nomination

The Blue and White Award will be presented to the class who has donated the highest percentage to the
Annual Appeal.

Upcoming Alumnae Events:
Mark Your Calendars!

Villa Maria Academy would like to invite
you to the 3rd Annual Shore Reunion. It is scheduled for
Saturday, July 17th
at the Windrift in Avalon beginning at 5 p.m.

Ticket cost ($35.00) includes a complimentary drink and finger foods. There is no current limit on admittances and the event will take place rain or shine. All tickets/payment will be accepted at the door of the event or please simply email Maggie Hewes (mhewes@vmahs.org) to reserve your spot today. Sit back with friends and family down the shore and enjoy a relaxing evening with Villa Maria!

Proceeds from this event will go to the Sister Mary Kelly Scholarship fund at Villa Maria. Raffle contests and beach baskets will be available. If you are in the area on vacation or just need an excuse to take a trip down the shore, please plan to attend the Third Annual Villa Shore Reunion!

Please visit if you plan on staying overnight, please click on the following for hotel rates: http://www.windrifthotel.com/accommodations.cfm

2010 GOLF OUTING

Tuesday, October 5, 2010
at RiverCrest Golf Club in Oaks, PA

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The GOLDEN Diploma
Class of 1960

Looking to Reconnect with Villa Maria and Your Classmates??

Click on the Alum Online Box below to find classmates, addresses, and even chat with former friends. The online database is a wonderful opportunity to stay connected to Villa with your
most recent information for alumnae newsletters, booklets, and mailings that are generated by the school community. Please take the time to sign up,
it only takes a few short minutes.

Alumnae Directory Book

With the information gathered online, Villa Maria Academy is going to introduce a comprehensive directory of our alumnae. The contents of the directory will be divided into four sections: Biographical, Geographical, Class Roster, and most importantly the Introductory Section showcasing the school's history and events. All efforts will be
made to contact alumnae via phone, email and
mail to obtain and verify biographical information.
Villa Maria has contracted with Alumni Research, Inc. to collect and compile the information into a hardbound, library quality volume and an online community. This directory will be made available to
Villa Alumnae only. It is a limited edition
press run and offered only one time.

GOT NEWS?

Views of Villa, is a quarterly publication produced by the Office of Institutional advancement. The issues contain information about present and past school achievements, activities and timely news. Please email Sister Patricia Spingler when you have news to share with the school community and alumnae.