Bishop Walsh Alumni Newsletter

Dear Bishop Walsh Alumni,

As Thanksgiving approaches, we’re especially grateful for you, our alumni, who continue to embody the Spartan spirit. This edition celebrates your milestones— births, vocations, and reunions—showcasing the enduring connections formed here. We invite you to share your updates and inspire Spartans everywhere. Wishing you and your loved ones a joyful and blessed Thanksgiving season!

Congratulations to Morgan Rinehart (Ruppenkamp), class of 2012, and her family on the arrival of their baby boy! Kaitlyn Beeman (Fuzie), class of 2012, and her family also welcomed a baby boy, their third child. Best wishes to both families as they embrace this joyful new chapter.

We are honored to recognize the remarkable dedication of Sister Phyllis McNally and Sister Kathleen Jancuk, who recently celebrated their anniversary with the School Sisters of Notre Dame (SSND). Their commitment and service are an inspiration to the entire BW community.

On October 24, the SSND congregation marked its 191st Foundation Day, a milestone that reflects over a century of ministry and service to the Church.

Allie Nava (Class of 1990) has just released her new novel, July and Everything After. The book tells a powerful story of resilience, hope, and transformation amidst some of humanity’s worst horrors. In the acknowledgments, Allie expresses gratitude to Sister Ernestine, a beloved Bishop Walsh teacher from the 1980s. The novel is available for purchase on Amazon at link.

Bishop Walsh alumni, unite! The Spartans & Spirits event is back on November 27th at Fore Axes from 5-10 p.m. 🎉 It’s the perfect chance to reconnect with old friends, enjoy delicious drinks served by celebrity bartenders, and groove to live music until 11 p.m. A raffle will be held with all proceeds benefiting the Bradey J. Loffert Memorial Scholarship. Mark your calendars for this unforgettable night! 🍸🗓️

The Class of 1975 will celebrate their 50th reunion on August 1st and 2nd, 2025! 🎉 This milestone reunion is a fantastic opportunity to reconnect with old friends, reminisce about shared memories, and celebrate the lasting bonds formed during your time at Bishop Walsh. Stay tuned for more details as we get closer to the date!

The 40th Class Reunion is coming up! 🎉
Mark your calendars for August 8-9, 2025!

• August 8: Join us at 1812 Brewery for a night of fun and memories.
• August 9: The celebration continues with the BW Cash Bash

More information will be coming soon, but for now, save the date—this will be a reunion to remember!

We can’t wait to reconnect with the Class of 1985!

The Class of 2014 had their 10-year reunion. Their gathering was held at 1812 Brewery, and Saturday’s celebration continued at Fore Axes. Congratulations, Class of 2014!

The Class of 1974 recently held their reunion, and it was a heartwarming experience to see everyone again. Alumni enjoyed reconnecting, reminiscing, and celebrating their shared memories. It was a wonderful time of bonding and reflecting on the journey since graduation.

Do you have exciting news to share? Whether it’s a birth, wedding, career achievement, or special recognition, we’d love to celebrate with you! Send your updates to Amy Markel at amarkel@bishopwalsh.org

Are you interested in becoming more involved with our Bishop Walsh community? We would love to see you at our next Alumni Association meeting on December 4th at 5 PM. This is a great opportunity to connect with fellow alumni, share ideas, and help us shape future events. We look forward to welcoming new faces and working together to strengthen our Spartan community!

Any alumni, parents, or friends of BW are eligible for Maryland organizational license plates featuring BW. To apply for these plates, please fill out the form, send it back to Mrs. Flinn at jflinn@bishopwalsh.org for her signature as an authorized representative, and then she'll return it to you. You'll mail it to the address on the bottom with your payment. The form can be found at: https://www.bishopwalsh.org/assets/imgs/uploads/BW-license-plate-application-VR-124.pdf.

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This year’s newsletter is generously sponsored by Jane Grabenstein, in honor of her mother,

Irene Grabenstein. We greatly appreciate her support.