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Congratulations to the Class of 2024: Well Wishes From the Past For the Future

Newtown Edgmont Friends & Neighbors, June 2024

Barb Mealmaker
Marple Newtown, Class of 1973
MN Class of 2024, congratulations on your graduation. As a 1973 MN graduate, I hope you look back on your MN years as fondly as I do. Your MN years will serve as the foundation for your future accomplishments. Embrace your learnings as you continue to grow. Follow your heart. Be confident in yourself. The best is yet to come!

 

Scott Avellino
St. Joseph’s Prep, Class of 1993
Congratulations to the St. Joseph’s Prep Class of 2024! As a fellow alum, I’m thrilled to see you embrace the Ignatian ideals of  ‘cura personalis’ and ‘finding God in all things.’ May your journey ahead be guided by compassion, wisdom and a commitment to justice. Cherish the values instilled in you and continue to be ‘Men For and With Others’ in all that you do. I wish you all the best as you embark on this exciting new chapter!

Chrissie Doogan
Cardinal O’Hara, Class of 1993
Congratulations to the Cardinal O’Hara High School Class of 2024! You all have so much to be proud of. My wish for you is when you look back on your years at O’Hara, that you will smile and remember all the good times. I welcome all of you to the COHS alumni community. We are all a #lion4life!!

George Wood
The Haverford School, Class of 1975
Good luck to our Class of 2024! The Haverford School has the foundation of a strong brotherhood, and Fords alumni know they can always come back to Haverford for friendship, support and connection.

 

Marcella Marino
Sacred Heart Academy Bryn Mawr, Class of 2018
Congratulations, Class of 2024! It may not seem like it, but life is just beginning. Embrace challenges as you see opportunities, and don’t be afraid to step out of your comfort zone. Be open-minded and positive about new opportunities!

 

Krissy Duffy Lange
Villa Maria Academy, Class of 1994
To the Villa Maria class of 2024 — Congratulations on your graduation, and Cheers to your next adventure! All of your hard work has finally paid off. Enjoy this special time and always remember that Villa will always be cheering you on! Go follow your dreams and reach for the stars.

 

Laura Maginn McCalla
Merion Mercy Academy, Class of 1997
Sending well wishes and congratulations as you celebrate this wonderful milestone! Merion has given you the knowledge, confidence and courage to be ready for what’s next. Always surround yourself with people who motivate you and inspire you. Go do great things!

 

Jeff Hilliard
Malvern Prep, Class of 1995
To all my brothers from the graduating class of 2024, congratulations on your accomplishments at Malvern. My best advice is to stay close, have each other’s backs and always remember these wonderful times you’ve had. It sure goes fast. Always take time to reflect on your time here at Malvern, and remember that all your brothers will be here for you.

Beth Maggitti Dixon
Academy of Notre Dame de Namur, Class of 1992
I’ve had the pleasure of watching my sister ‘90, myself ‘92, her two daughters ’19 & ‘21 and, in 2030 and 2031 will watch my two daughters graduate from The Academy of Notre Dame. Our Catholic school builds solid foundations and instills strong core values in every young woman who has the opportunity to attend. We learn what we need to know for life, and the Class of 2024 should feel confident as they charge out into the world empowered for a limitless future. Live by the Honor Code and keep it in your hearts and minds as your journey continues. The gates will always be open to you and your legacy. Congratulations.

Laura Mailey Yeakle
Archbishop John Carroll, Class of 1989
Congratulations to the Class of 2024! Whether Archbishop Carroll was your best experience or even just so-so, I can assure you that the BEST is yet to come! Follow your passion, stay true to yourself and get involved!

 

Stephen Sosangelis
The Shipley School, Class of 1985
Don’t think about yesterday. Think only of tomorrow, because tomorrow is a chance to grow from lessons learned yesterday. Your parents have a lifetime of lessons learned and will willingly share free of charge! Doesn’t get much better than that!

 

Anna Whiteman
The Agnes Irwin School, Class of 2009
Being intellectually curious is always important, but today, there is so much gray area. The world can be confusing and fractured with all the information flying around. We have to ask real questions about what is in front of us.

 

Fay Alexander
The Agnes Irwin School, Class of 2009
It is so important to find the time to do the things that you enjoy and that renew you. I ask myself, Am I doing things that I love to do?

 

 

Frances Chen
The Agnes Irwin School, Class of 2009
Never forget your ‘why.’ Surround yourself with friends and loved ones who support you no matter what and inspire you to be the best you can be.

 

 

Sophia Shayeghi
Penncrest High School, Class of 2019
Congratulations to the Class of 2024 on your graduation! What an amazing accomplishment! Remember that life may take you all on different paths, but make sure you have the right people walking with you. Lions forever!

 

Chris Benbow
Westtown School, Class of 1990
and Head of Westtown School
You are architects and builders of connection and community here at Westtown and everywhere else you find yourselves. Class of 2024, I am enormously proud of both who you are right now and who you will continue to become.

 

Riley Hurda
The Episcopal Academy, Class of 2021
Congratulations to the EA Class of 2024. You’ve done it! Here’s to your next adventure and bright future ahead. Never stop growing, exploring, learning and challenging yourself. The best is yet to come!

 

Anna Schiller
Delaware County Christian School, Class of 2022
I wish all of the current graduates the best of luck on their new journeys moving forward into college. If I had to give any advice, it would be to believe in yourself. The class of 2024 consists of some of the most talented and capable people I know and I’m excited to see what greatness they’ll accomplish in the future.