Community Compassion CONNELLY January 22, 2010 Connelly's compassionate community of students, parents and staff rallied to donate $6,941.78 to help the people of Haiti through Catholic Relief Services on January 22. Most donations were collected in the first 24-hours of the drive lead by
Mrs. Kitty Callinan, Chair of the Religious Studies Department at Connelly High School.
Christmas Toy Drive October 15, 2009 Gabrielle Espejo, a senior at Connelly, was so moved by her church's May mission to Nicaragua that she is sharing the stories with her friends here on campus. She's including classmates in her extended call to action with the launch of her Christmas Toy Drive. "The children need clothing and some of the simple things, like school supplies," Gabrielle said. "They don't have much, and, when it runs out, they don't have a way to get more. I really want to help." Gabrielle placed boxes in the library to gather clothing, shoes, backpacks, school supplies and toys for the children of Nicaragua. Monetary donations also are accepted. The deadline to donate items is Nov. 25. Gabrielle said she plans to wrap each gift before mailing them to Nicaragua.
Summer of service in Brazil October 1, 2009 Connelly teacher Claire Daniel and Academic Advisor Evangelina Savala '00 were among 30 young adults from Orange County who merged spirituality and service on a mission in Brazil. The mission, through the Sisters of the Company of Mary, called upon volunteers from across the globe to teach children dance, art and prayer. Ms. Daniel and Ms. Savala said staying with host families in Brazil was a humbling and life-changing experience. "I was overwhelmed by my host families," said Daniel. "Their love was unconditional, and it was truly through God."
Welcome to the NEW Connelly Web site September 28, 2009 Our new Web site highlights Connelly's students, alumnae and its wonderful community of parents, supporters and volunteers. New features put the spotlight on the actions, not words, of Connelly's students and alumnae. We'll tell you more about what the empowered women of Connelly are doing to change the world - in athletic and academic achievements, community service and ministry.
If you have any comments or suggestions, please contact Cerise Metzger, Communications and Alumnae Relations Coordinator, at 714-776-1717 Ext. 230 or cmetzger@connellyhs.org
"The dedicated and supportive teachers and faculty, the energetic and welcoming students, the openness and comfort of the campus, I knew Connelly was the school for me." Katherine, Class of 2011
"I had a pretty remarkable experience at Connelly. I think it was the catalyst for my university acceptance. I owe the rest of my life decisions and career choice to that experience at Connelly." Sally Polk-Garcia '73
