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Archbishop Chapelle Welcomes New Faculty and Staff for the 2026–2027 School Year Archbishop Chapelle High School is excited to welcome several new faculty and staff members to our campus for the 2026–2027 school year. Each brings unique gifts, experience, and enthusiasm to our school community, and we are grateful to have them join the Chapelle family. As we begin a new year rooted in faith, learning, and sisterhood, these new members of our faculty and staff will help support our students both inside and outside the classroom. From academics and the arts to student support and campus operations, their roles will make a meaningful impact on daily life at Chapelle. Pictured in the back row, from left to right, are: Erin Hanby, Administrative Assistant to the Associate Head of School Katie Brandstetter ’96, Theology 8 Teacher Madalyn Adams, ARC Coordinator Kimi Klotz, Digital Education Specialist Allie Gressaffa, English I and English 8 Teacher Pictured in the front row, from left to right, are: Beverly Gossett, English IV Teacher Liz Griffith, Geometry Teacher Erin Cariello ’00, English II and Academic Seminar Teacher Abby Linegang ’20, AP United States Government and Politics, Civics Honors, and Western Civilization Teacher Patrick Linegang, DE Music Appreciation, Advanced Band, Beginning Band, and Fine Arts Survey Teacher We are especially proud to welcome home several Chapelle alumnae who are returning to serve the next generation of Chipmunks, continuing the legacy of excellence, leadership, and love for their Alma Mater. Please join us in giving a warm Chapelle welcome to our newest faculty and staff members. We are so excited for all they will bring to our students, our campus, and the year ahead!
On Monday June 23rd, some chipmunks from the class of 1997 celebrated birthdays and over 30 years of friendship! We love seeing our Chipmunk Sisters getting together to celebrate eachother!
Alumna Spotlight: Tara Centanni Reese ’88 Elected President of CCSCC Archbishop Chapelle High School is proud to celebrate Tara Centanni Reese ’88 on her recent election as President of the Council of Catholic School Cooperative Clubs (CCSCC). Tara has dedicated her professional life to education, serving 23 years with Jefferson Parish Public Schools. She currently works as a Master Teacher (Instructional Coach) at Isaac G. Joseph at Stella Worley, a PreK–8 school. For more than a decade, she has served as a Master Teacher in various schools across the parish, mentoring educators and supporting instructional growth. Her commitment to learning began long before her career in education. Tara earned her Bachelor’s degree in Marketing in 1997 and her Master’s in Education in 2006, both from the University of Holy Cross. Beyond the classroom, Tara has consistently stepped into leadership roles within both educational and Catholic communities. She has served as President, Vice-President, and Secretary of the University of Holy Cross Alumni Board, as well as on Chapelle’s Alumnae Board. At St. Clement of Rome, she served as President and Vice-President of the Co-Op Club, and for the past four years, she has been a member of the Hospitality Committee for Chapelle’s Parent Club. Her election as President of the CCSCC comes after 10 years of service on the council, including time as 2nd Vice-President and participation on numerous committees. Reflecting on her time at Chapelle, Tara shares, "Chapelle prepared me both academically and spiritually for the path I have taken. It gave me the skills and confidence to succeed in my profession while instilling the values, faith, and commitment to service that continue to guide my volunteer work." We are incredibly proud of Tara’s leadership, dedication to Catholic education, and continued service to our community. Congratulations on this well-deserved honor!
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