Celebrating Faith, Legacy, and Providence: Founder’s Day Mass 2026 Yesterday, the Chapelle family gathered in gratitude and joy for our annual Founder’s Day Mass, a beautiful celebration of faith, tradition, and the generations who make our school so special. A Gift of Prayer and Unity We were honored to present Archbishop Aymond with two meaningful gifts: - A rosary designed in our five class colors—Lavender, Blue, Red, Green, and Yellow—symbolizing the unity of our grade levels as one circle of faith. - A book of prayers written by each Theology class, offered in gratitude for his service and as a promise of our continued prayers. Both gifts reflect the deep gratitude we have for Archbishop Aymond and the legacy he will leave in the Archdiocese of New Orleans. We pray for joy and happiness as he enters his retirement! Outstanding Catholic Student Awards One of the most special moments of the morning was recognizing students who exemplify Catholic identity and Christ-like leadership on campus and in the community. Congratulations to our 2025–2026 Outstanding Catholic Students: - 8th Grade: Sophia Hunter - Freshman: Leila Abbate - Sophomore: Anna Claire Occhipinti - Junior: Audrey Dubuc - Senior: Kyla Apostolakis Each of these young women lives her faith with sincerity, kindness, and dedication—truly reflecting the beauty of Catholic education at Chapelle. Faculty & Staff Years of Service We proudly honored members of our Chapelle family celebrating milestone anniversaries: 10 Years of Service - Ghada Chokr - Trina Hille - Dale LaCour - Susan Panzavecchia - Frank Ready - Anne Southworth - Samantha Urso 20 Years of Service - Judy Homes - Julie Hunter - Martha McCann - Jessica Reeg Their dedication continues to shape the lives of our students and strengthen our mission. Deus Providebit Award In the spirit of our motto, Deus Providebit — God Will Provide — we honored our 2026 recipients: Deacon Drea and Brenda Capaci With more than five decades of service to Chapelle and the Church, their lives reflect unwavering faith, family devotion, and generous service. Their legacy is woven deeply into the fabric of our school. 2026 Alumna of the Year We proudly recognized Lyndsey Manalla Dyle ’03 as the 2026 Alumna of the Year — the youngest recipient of this honor. A devoted alumna, business leader, entrepreneur, and dedicated mother, Lyndsey continues to give back to Chapelle, most notably through her leadership of the beloved Alumnae Decade Rally. Honoring the Class of 1976 We were thrilled to welcome back the Class of 1976, celebrating their 50th anniversary. Each graduate received a commemorative diploma, and the class surprised us all by singing their senior song — a beautiful reminder that the Chapelle spirit lasts a lifetime. Looking Ahead: Incarnate Word Hall In her closing remarks, Head of School Connie Dantagnan shared exciting news about our future. Thanks to the generosity of our community, we have raised $8 million toward our $10 million vision for Incarnate Word Hall. This summer marks the next phase of construction, bringing us closer to a sacred space dedicated to prayer, worship, and spiritual growth for generations to come. Founder’s Day reminded us that Chapelle is more than a school — it is a living testament to faith across generations. As we continue forward, we do so with gratitude for our past, confidence in our present, and hope for our future.  Deus Providebit — God Will Provide.

Chapelle Students Experience Local Government in Action On April 16, members of the Chapelle Bowling Team and students from Mr. Wooderson’s AP U.S. Government & Politics class were invited to attend a Kenner City Council Meeting by Joey LaHatte (Councilman – District 3), father of senior Caroline LaHatte ’26. During the meeting, the Mayor of Kenner and the City Council formally recognized the Chapelle Bowling Team for winning State, honoring their hard work and championship accomplishment. It was a proud moment for our student-athletes and school community. In addition to celebrating the team, the visit provided an invaluable educational experience. Students were able to witness firsthand the processes by which the city operates and listen to public comments from local citizens. They saw the very concepts they have been studying in AP U.S. Government and Politics reflected in real-world issues being debated and voted on by the council. This field trip offered a unique opportunity to see civics lessons come to life and to interact with city leaders, including council members, the Chief of Police, the Mayor, and other prominent community figures. A special highlight of the meeting was when Caroline LaHatte ’26 had the honor of leading the room in the Pledge of Allegiance. After the meeting, students were treated to lunch and ice cream which was the perfect ending to an incredible day of learning and celebration.  Thank you to Councilman Joey LaHatte and the Kenner City Council for welcoming our students and providing such a meaningful experience.

Freshman Class Officer Candidates Angelina Macaluso - President Nina Occhipinti - Vice President Alayna Parks - Vice President Josie Dubuc - Secretary Kate Mancuso - Secretary Abigail Riehm - Secretary Leigh Hess - Treasurer Brennan Hotard - Treasurer Sofia Leal - Treasurer Milan Vitrano - Treasurer Karter Matherne - Historian Sophie Naquin - Historian

ALUMNA SPOTLIGHT: KAYLA GIARDINA ’24 Chapelle proud! Kayla Giardina ’24 delivered a performance for the record books this weekend for Southern Miss Softball — throwing a perfect game to complete a conference sweep over South Alabama! Final Score: Southern Miss 8, South Alabama 0 (6 innings) - 6 perfect innings - Just 60 pitches - 70th strikeout of the season - Improved to 17–7 on the year Giardina’s dominant outing marked: - The first perfect game at the Southern Miss Softball Complex - The fourth perfect game in program history - Part of Southern Miss’ first conference series sweep of the season - Head Coach Natalie Poole’s 100th win at Southern Miss Her determination, precision, and competitive spirit were on full display as she retired every batter she faced and led her team to victory. We are so proud to see Kayla continuing to excel at the collegiate level and representing Chapelle with excellence. The future is bright!

Alina Varkey '28