Homecoming and Reunion Weekend 2026

Homecoming and Reunion Weekend at Mount Saint Mary Academy began on Friday evening with a Wine & Cheese Pairing, bringing alumnae from across the generations together for an evening of wine, conversation, and connection. We were delighted to welcome members of the Class of 1976 celebrating their 50th Reunion, the Class of 2001 celebrating their 25th Reunion, graduates from classes ending in 1 and 6, and alumnae from every year in between! It was a wonderful way to kick off a weekend of friendship, memories, and reconnection.

 

On Saturday, November 7, alumnae returned to campus for a beautiful day of faith, friendship, and celebration. The morning began with Mass in the Chapel of the Immaculate Conception, celebrated by Bishop Emeritus Paul G. Bootkoski, D.D. We are grateful to Sister Lisa D. Gambacorto, RSM, Ed.S., Directress, for her leadership and for helping make Homecoming so special for the entire Mount community.

 

The Mass began with welcoming remarks from Alumnae Association President Erika Parisse Demetrick ’89, P ’22, ’29. During the entrance procession, Mount Archivist Jacqueline Compton D’Alessio ’60 carried the scroll, and Claire Sullivan Tucciarone ’81 carried the rose, honoring our deceased alumnae who remain forever in our hearts and prayers. Regina Caulfield ’76 proclaimed the First Reading, while Jacqueline Conti Muratore ’01, M.A., Ed.M., M.S. (Assistant Directress), and Brianna Tucciarone ’16 led the Prayers of the Faithful. Mary Sieling Mathern ’86 (Board of Trustees Vice-Chairperson) and Dr. Melissa Pecoraro Segerson ’91 (Board of Trustees Member) served as Gift Bearers.

 

During Mass, we recognized our 60+ year alumnae, 60th, 50th, and 25th reunion classes, along with alumnae from graduating years ending in 1 and 6. Those celebrating milestone anniversaries received special alumnae pins, presented by Sister Lisa and Susan Di Iorio, Associate Director of Alumnae Relations. Jessica Porchetta Bodajlo, Esq. ’92, Vice President of the Mount Saint Mary Academy Alumnae Association, led the Renewal of the Alumnae Pledge. The celebration also included the singing of our beloved Alma Mater, accompanied by our current students in the Mount Chorale.

 

Following Mass, everyone gathered for brunch in the Sister Lisa Gambacorto Theater, where Sister Alice Swartz, RSM ’61, led grace. The morning continued with class photos and campus tours led by our current students. The day concluded with Cookies & Conversation in the Parlor, where Sister Lisa brought alumnae and current students together to share stories, memories, and connections across generations.

 

It was wonderful to welcome so many generations of Mounties back to campus for Homecoming 2026!