PUBLISHED ON October 2, 2025
Chapelle Alumnae Serve as Patrol Officers on Campus
At Archbishop Chapelle High School, we take great pride in the accomplishments of our alumnae, and we are especially grateful when they return to campus to give back to the community that helped shape them.
This year, we are thrilled to celebrate three incredible alumnae who are now Patrol Officers on campus: Carly Pabst ’18, Julia Hoggatt Grace ’92, and Kelly Hibbs Bassil ’96. These women represent the very best of Chapelle, serving as protectors, role models, and living examples of the Chapelle spirit.
Carly Pabst ’18
Carly is a Patrol Deputy for the Jefferson Parish Sheriff’s Office (JPSO) 1st District, and she couldn’t be more excited to return to her alma mater in this new role. Here’s what Carly had to say about her experience:
“It’s been very bittersweet being back on campus. It’s nice to be able to come back to Chapelle and feel like I’m back at home. I am very honored to be able to protect my alma mater.”
Carly has fond memories of her time as a student, crediting Chapelle for sparking her interest in the legal field:
“When I was at Chapelle, they offered a legal class. This class is what sparked my interest in the legal field and law enforcement. Learning about different case law and other legal aspects, as well as having a teacher who really helped myself and other students understand law, prepared me for this job. If that class was never offered, I would not be where I am today doing what I love!”
Carly’s dedication to Chapelle shines through as she picks as many shifts as possible to work on campus. She loves seeing the progress the school has made since her graduation and is excited to see what the future holds.
Kelly Hibbs Bassil ’96
Kelly serves as a Detective with the Jefferson Parish Sheriff’s Office and is also a Reservist in the United States Navy ⚓. She describes her return to Chapelle as a deeply meaningful experience:
“It’s very nostalgic. It’s amazing to see the growth and improvement to so many areas of the school that have happened over the years, with still more to come.”
Kelly reflects on the ways Chapelle prepared her for her career, emphasizing the values and skills she learned as a student:
“ACHS had great teachers when I was there, and they made learning fun. They instilled dedication, determination, hard work, and motivation to overcome and work through anything. Chapelle paved the path even more as we all grew, with long-term friendships and family.”
Kelly’s journey from Chapelle student to Detective and Navy Reservist is a testament to the strength, resilience, and values instilled in her during her time at Chapelle.
A Legacy of Service and Dedication
Both Carly and Kelly, along with Julia Hoggatt Grace ’92, embody the mission of Archbishop Chapelle High School. They inspire us by living out the values of dedication, service, and faith in their daily lives, and we are so grateful for their service to our campus community.
Having these alumnae return to Chapelle in such a meaningful capacity is a reminder of the incredible impact our school has on its students, even long after graduation.
Thank you, Carly, Kelly, and Julia, for your service, your care, and your unwavering commitment to Chapelle. 💚🐿️
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