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Saint Ignatius College Prep
April 2026 eNewsletter
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Easter Blessings to the Saint Ignatius School Community
As we prepare for the Easter miracle, may we feel the warm embrace of God's love. May the glory of Jesus’s resurrection remind us that with You, nothing is impossible or without hope. We pray in Your name. Amen.
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Davis '86 Featured in Jesuits Magazine
Marc Davis '86, the president of the National Basketball Referees Association, was recently included in an article about professional umpires and referees who have drawn on their Jesuit educations to succeed. Click here to read more.
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Taute '23 Wins National ChampionshipAda Taute '23 is a member of the women's basketball national championship team at Denison University. Taute '23 was a four-year varsity student-athlete for girls basketball at Saint Ignatius and was named MVP her senior year. She was also named GCAC player of the year (the second in program history) and was GCAC All-Conference selection and made the IBCA All-State 3A 2nd Team. Click here for more.
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Paz '90 Named President of Cristo Rey Jesuit High School
Julio Paz '90 comes to Cristo Rey most recently from Chicago Commons, and brings a distinguished career in nonprofit leadership, philanthropy, and community impact. His professional work is grounded in a deep commitment to social justice and economic opportunity, and his leadership and civic engagement reflects these values. Beyond professional accomplishments, Julio is deeply rooted in Chicago’s Pilsen community, where he was raised and is a lifetime parishioner of a local parish. Click here for more.
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Hernandez '09 Elected Cook County CommissionerMiranda Hernandez '09 recently won a tightly contested three-way Democratic primary race for a seat on the 16th District of the Cook County board. Since no Republican or Libertarian has filed to run in the 16th District the 34-year-old Hernandez '09 will join the county board after the November general election. Click here for more.
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McKinney '64 Celebrates 80th Birthday
Jack McKinney ’64 recently marked his 80th birthday surrounded by the camaraderie of Saint Ignatius alumni and a many former school‑board members who gathered to honor him. Guests shared stories of the Jesuit ideals that shaped their paths, and toasted the man whose leadership and generosity have long inspired the community. Seen here, left to right is: Former Board Chair, Martin Cabrera, Jr., Life Trustee, Jack McKinney '64, Life Trustee, Jack Jiganti '58, Life Trustee James McKinney '65, and school President, John Chandler.
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Paprocki '77 Meets Pope Leo XIV
Joe Paprocki '77 recently retired after 45 years in catechetical and pastoral ministry, the last 23 years at Loyola Press. Joe celebrated his retirement by attending the Jubilee for Catechists in Rome in September, 2025. At that event, he met Pope Leo XIV and mentioned to him that he served as pastoral associate at St. Mary of the Assumption parish in the 1990's where the Holy Father's family attended. The Holy Father responded, "Yes, I remember."
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Goodall Meschino '93 to be Honored as Local LeaderBarbara Goodall Meschino '93 will be honored this month at the 7 th Annual 100+ West Side Women of Wisdom and Inspiration Recognition Dinner. The event highlights the incredible women of Chicago’s West Side whose leadership and service continue to uplift their communities. It will be a meaningful evening celebrating over 100 women whose stories reflect resilience, impact and purpose. Click here for more.
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Fountain '86 Named First Bahamas Honorary Consul to ChicagoThe Honorable Michael C. Fountain '86, was accredited by the U.S. State Department in 2014 as the first Bahamas Honorary Consul to Chicago for the Midwestern U.S. with jurisdiction in Illinois, Indiana, Iowa and Wisconsin. The establishment of this historic post makes Consul Fountain the first diplomatic representative of The Bahamas in Chicago, the second Bahamas Honorary Consul ever assigned to the U.S. and the longest serving diplomatic representative of The Bahamas in the United States. Click here for more.
PHOTOS:
Prime Minister of the Commonwealth of The Bahamas, the Honorable Philip Edward Davis, KC MP and Honorary Consul Michael Fountain.
Honorary Consul Michael Fountain accepting Distinguished Foreign Service Officer Medal from the Bahamas Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
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Vedder Law Firm CLE Lunch & Learn
This talk will focus on Government Investigations and White Collar Defense. The discussion will be moderated by Steven J. Dollear and will feature fellow Saint Ignatius alumni and former members of the United States Attorney’s Office for the Northern District of Illinois: Megan Cunniff Church, MoloLamken - James Durkin, McDermott Will & Schulte - Andrew Erskine, Buchalter - Matthew Madden, McDermott Will & Schulte - Tyler Murray, Quinn Emanuel.
Designed for alumni serving at law firms, in-house counsel, compliance professionals, executive leadership, and advisory roles, the program will deliver actionable insights while offering an opportunity to reconnect with fellow Ignatians.
Tuesday, April 14, 2026 from 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. Vedder - 15th Floor Auditorium, 222 North LaSalle Street, Chicago, IL 60601. Lunch will be provided. CLE credit pending.
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Wolves Den Presentations with the Business Society
All are welcome to join the Business Society on Wednesday, April 15 for Wolves Den Student Presentations. The Saint Ignatius Entrepreneurship class will present their projects to panelists in McLaughlin Theater beginning at 3:30 p.m. followed by a reception in the McLaughlin Room.
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Tolton Society Spring Talk
Join the Tolton Society on Wednesday, April 22 for an inspiring evening as we welcome distinguished alumna Tiffany Gholson '88, licensed clinical social worker, to share her remarkable professional journey.
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Join Us!
Out of State Alumni Gatherings
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Northern California
April 22, 6:00 - 8:00 PM at Barrelhouse
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Los Angeles
April 23, 6:00 - 8:00 PM at Film Independent Office
Hosted by Angel Lee '94
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Atlanta
April 28, 6:00 - 8:00 PM
"The Charles" - 8th Floor Common Room
Hosted by Rick Frazier '75 and Joy Rohadfox
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Spring ReunionsPlease register here for our Jubilee Reunion on Friday, May 1. This Mass will also include Fr. Brian Taber, S.J. making his final vows to the Society of Jesus. Spring reunions for the following classes will be held on Saturday, May 2: • Class of 2021 ( Register here) • Class of 2016 ( Register here) • Class of 2011 ( Register here) • Class of 2006 ( Register here) • Class of 2001 ( Register here) Fall Reunions for the classes of 1996, 1991, 1986, 1981 and 1976 will be held on October 17.
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Come Pray with Us:
All are welcome to join our school community in prayer on the first and third Wednesdays of the month with other parents and alumni. We will gather on Google Meet on April 15 from 8:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m. If you are interested, email Gail Krema for the Google Meet link.
ADULT RETREAT for Women:
Held at Bellarmine Jesuit Retreat House in Barrington
Retreat Leader: Vinita Hampton Wright
Prayer isn’t just for quiet moments—it’s meant to weave through the ordinary rhythms of our days. This retreat invites you to explore practical, meaningful ways to connect with God in the midst of real life. Through reflection, conversation, and quiet time, discover how prayer can be a steady companion—whether in joy, struggle, work, or rest. Learn more and register with the link above.
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Church of the Holy Family will be hosting these upcoming events. If you have any questions, please contact development director, Wendy Guido McCarthy ’84 at 312-492-8442 ext. 3 or email at wendymccarthy@holyfamilychicago.org.
Maundy Thursday
Thurs., April 2: Holy Thursday
(Maundy Thursday) - 6:30 p.m. - 10:30 p.m.
The church will be open for silent prayer. We invite those on pilgrimages and all who wish to pray before the Blessed Sacrament on this holy evening.
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Misericordia Candy Days!To set up your Candy Days page, visit Misericordia Candy Days 2026 to get started. Detailed, step-by-step instructions to help you navigate the online giving page setup are available. Click here for a quick reference document with images. A text-only version of this quick reference sheet is available here. Help is here! We can make your Candy Days experience as easy as possible. If you would like us to set up your page, please reach out.
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Gloriam 2026!
With heartfelt gratitude we thank you for your generous support of Gloriam 2026! Because of your support, the funds raised at Gloriam 2026 surpassed $5 million. It was the most successful Gloriam event in our history.
Our Gloriam 2026 honoree, Jeremy Atuobi ’17, inspired us with his heartfelt gratitude for those who helped him imagine a new path for himself. Reflecting on his time at Saint Ignatius, he shared, “ I have never been able to shake the values instilled in me by this remarkable institution. You made me who I am.” ( Watch Jeremy's introduction video here.) In addition to raising funds, this event succeeded in gathering our community and achieved a common good. We want to thank our guests, volunteers, sponsors, students, faculty and staff, and the countless parents, grandparents, alumni and friends who contributed by buying raffle tickets and bidding from home.
Frowene and Elliott Rodgers; Chiara Marcheschi Wrocinski '94 and Dan Wrocinski; Heather Zimmerman and David Gaito
Gloriam 2026 Co-Chairs
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Please Join Us In Congratulating...
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Veronique Laws Madison '10 and her husband, Austin, on the birth of their daughter, Nyla Madison. Nyla was born on 1/31/26 and weighed 5lbs. 12oz and was 19" long.
Dr. Robert Nolan, M.D. '12 and his wife, Dr. Maya Rhine Nolan, M.D. on the birth of their first child, Julian James Nolan, on 3/3/26. Julian is welcomed by his grandfather, Timothy Nolan '79, and aunts, Elizabeth Nolan '16 and Molly Nolan '18.
Matthew D. Walsh '11 and his wife, Maggie, on the birth of their son, Sean Mason Walsh, on 2/7/2026. Baby Sean is welcomed by grandfather, William J. Walsh '77 and many Saint Ignatius alumni family members.
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ALUMNI
James P. Gracey '23, son of Dr. Therese Marren Gracey '93, brother of Thomas T. Gracey '28, nephew of Elizabeth Marren O'Reilly '92, grandson of James P. Marren '64 and great nephew of the late Bernard T. Marren '53
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Robert J. Blachowski '62, brother of the late William J. Blachowski '64
John W. Foley '89
Deacon Thomas P. Gibbons '53, great uncle of Daniel Fahey '03 and Michael Fahey '06
James M. Kostka '87, brother of David M. Kostka '78, the late Mitchell J. Kostka '81, and the late Christopher J. Kostka '83
Bernard T. Marren '53, brother of James P. Marren '64, uncle of Elizabeth Marren O'Reilly '92 and Dr. Therese Marren Gracey '93, and great uncle of Thomas T. Gracey '28 and the late James P. Gracey '23
Robert E. Vanden Bosch '54, brother of the late Col. Jon C. Vanden Bosch '51
FAMILY OF ALUMNI & FRIENDS OF THE SCHOOL
Isaac S. Beal, father of Kate M. Beal '06
Rosemary E. Belmonte, wife of the late Leonard S. Belmonte '52 and grandmother of Kyle B. Luburic '20 and Alexandra B. Luburic '24
David G. Fischer, father of Kathleen M. Fischer '05, Meg A. Fischer '07, Beth M. Fischer '08, Ellen S. Fischer '12 and brother of Paul C. Fischer ’81
Ollie L. McLemore, mother of Dr. Nelson McLemore III '79
Barbara B. O'Connor, mother of Paul W. O'Connor '80 and Mark E. O'Connor '86
Margaret Rivera, wife of Enrique Rivera '01, sister-in-law of Alberto Rivera '99 and daugther-in-law of Juana Rivera, former Saint Ignatius staff member 1999 - 2013
Dr. Peter Dittmar Roberson, D.D.S., grandfather of Emma Brown Keelan '13, Grace Brown '16, Lillian Brown '17, and Gwyneth Brown '20
Esther Sciammarella, mother of Eduardo Sciammarella '88, Dr. Federico M. Sciammarella, Ph.D. '99 and mother-in-law of Stephanie Sauve Sciammaralla '93
Harriet L. Sobczak, grandmother of Sarah Sobczak Hutchinson '02, Claire Sobczak Pacelli '04, Anne Sobczak Ripma '06 and Jane Sobczak Mueller '11
John Stark, father-in-law of Elizabeth Lombardo Stark '96 and grandfather of John Stark '26, Charles Stark '26 and Margaret Stark '30
Margaret Carpenter Stokes, wife of Dr. Patrick R. Stokes '61
Ava F. Thomas, grandmother of Anicia A. Miller '20
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Click Here to See Current Job Openings Available at Saint Ignatius College Prep.
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Chicago Jesuit AcademyClick here for job openings.
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Employment Opportunity at
Catholic Charities
They are looking for an Annual Giving Manager. Click here for more.
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Employment Opportunity at Christ the King Jesuit College PrepThey are looking for an Asst. Dir. Development. Click here for more.
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If you know of any alumni news or if you would like to nominate someone who is a "woman or man for others" for our Alumni Spotlight, "Beyond the Wolves Den", please contact us.
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Saint Ignatius College Prep, a Jesuit Catholic school in the heart of Chicago, is a diverse community dedicated to educating young men and women for lives of faith, love, service and leadership. Through outstanding teaching and personal formation, the school challenges its talented student body to intellectual excellence, integrity, and lifelong learning and growth. Inspired by the gospel of Jesus Christ, this community strives to use God's gifts to promote social justice for the greater glory of God.
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