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Raising Alzheimer’s Awareness

ServiceBy holynames April 14, 2026

Cassie and Addison coordinated a team from AHN to participate in the annual Walk to End Alzheimer’s at Siena College. The purpose of the Walk was to raise awareness and funds for Alzheimer’s care, support and research. They organized several school-wide events, as well, including bake sales, posters, announcements, tee shirt decorating, and a dress-down…

Schoenborn Honored for Service

ServiceBy holynames April 14, 2026

Congratulations to Ella Schoenborn ’26, honored with the “Why I Care” Award from Broadview Federal Credit Union. Broadview’s most prestigious honor, the award is presented quarterly to one employee and one member for their community service activities, non-profit involvement, and how they are inspiring others to join in. With the award came a $1000 donation…

St. Catherine’s Receives Large Gift Donation

ServiceBy holynames April 14, 2026

St. Catherine’s Center for Children is “dedicated to transforming the lives of vulnerable children and families in the region.” Kayla and Mia organized a giving tree at AHN to benefit the children at St. Catherine’s. This was a major undertaking that demanded great organizational skills. Before setting up the tree, Kayla and Mia corresponded with…

The MoonCatcher Project & Period Poverty

ServiceBy holynames April 14, 2026

The mission of the Moon Catcher Project is “to optimize girls’ lives worldwide by removing barriers related to menstruation. We envision a world where all girls participate fully in their lives and communities.” They help girls in developing countries by providing them sustainable, washable MoonCatcher kits and a reproductive education program. Allie raised awareness about…

AHN Dedicates Day to Service

ServiceBy holynames April 14, 2026

Academy of the Holy Names took a break from academics for a day on Thursday, as students, faculty and staff spent the day volunteering their time at more than 20 different service organizations around the Capital District. The day consisted of various service projects, ranging from preparing meals at the Sr. Maureen Joyce Soup Kitchen to sorting and organizing donations at St. Catherine’s Center…

The Evangelist: Day of Service

NewsBy holynames March 30, 2026

Academy of the Holy Names took a break from academics on March 5, as students, faculty and staff spent the day volunteering at more than 20 different service organizations around the Capital District. The Day of Service demonstrated the dedication of the entire Holy Names community to serve the marginalized, poor and disadvantaged in the Capital District. The focus stems from the charism of the Sisters of the Holy Names of Jesus and Mary (SNJM). Read more here.

The Evangelist: Funding the Future

NewsBy holynames March 5, 2026

The first annual grant presentation of the Father Kenneth J. Doyle Catholic Education Fund was held on Tuesday, March 3, at St. Mary’s, Crescent in Waterford.

The morning ceremony was attended by Bishop Mark O’Connell, Catholic schools leaders, school grant recipients, and friends and family of the beloved late Father Doyle.

St. Mary’s School in Waterford, Saratoga Central Catholic School and Academy of the Holy Names in Albany were presented with checks to put toward each school’s individual needs. Read more here.

WRGB: Albany Academy, Holy Names to Square off for Girl’s Class A Crown

NewsBy holynames March 5, 2026

Troy, N.Y. (WRGB) — Championship week on the high school hardwood resumed Wednesday night after a brief pause in the action due to weather on Tuesday, with teams battling in semifinal play for spots in the upcoming sectional finals.

In the girls Class A semifinals at HVCC, Holy Names beat Glens Falls 69-59 in a matchup of the No. 2 and No. 3 seeds. Read more here.

WTEN: Albany Academy, Holy Names advance to Class A championship game

NewsBy holynames March 5, 2026

TROY, NY (NEWS10) — The Albany Academy and Holy Names girls basketball teams met in the Class A semifinal last season, with Academy winning 53-43 on the way to their third straight section championship. This year, the two teams will meet in the Class A title game.

Holy Names held off Glens Falls 69-59 behind a dominant effort from Maggie Volmer. The junior tallied a triple-double with 17 points, 11 blocks and 11 rebounds. “It means literally everything,” said Volmer. “We all work so hard in practice and we talk about getting on top every single day. This year is finally going to be the year that we end up on top and win.” Read more here.

TU: Holy Names’ balanced scoring, defense secure Class A semifinal win over Glens Falls

NewsBy holynames March 5, 2026

TROY — Maggie Volmer believes her Holy Names girls’ basketball team is a vastly improved unit from the one that began the season in December.

Wednesday evening at Hudson Valley Community College, the Panthers provided proof in the Section 2 Class A semifinals. Read more here.

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