Alumna Spotlight: Christie Clements Taliancich ’97 Archbishop Chapelle High School is proud to spotlight Christie Clements Taliancich, Class of 1997, and celebrate the meaningful work she is doing through Small World Daycare of Destrehan. Christie began her journey in childcare in 2008 after stepping away from a corporate career. Through prayer and a desire to be more available for her family, she made the decision to begin offering in-home childcare. What started as a small program in her living room quickly became a calling that allowed her to rediscover a passion she had long carried. Her work with babies and young children opened her eyes even more to the importance of early childhood care, a field she believes is incredibly meaningful and often overlooked. Over the years, Christie’s dedication, compassion, and commitment to families have helped her small beginning grow into a fully licensed facility now serving more than 90 families in St. Charles Parish and surrounding areas. Today, Small World Daycare of Destrehan provides care for children from 12 weeks old through Pre-K4 education. Christie spends her days caring for, encouraging, and helping shape young future leaders during some of the most important years of their development. Throughout her journey, Christie has remained grounded in faith. She shared that Deus Providebit — God Will Provide has been the backbone through every challenge along the way. She is grateful to Chapelle for helping instill the strong faith that has allowed her to serve others in such a fulfilling and meaningful way. Christie’s story is a beautiful example of following a calling, trusting God’s plan, and using one’s gifts to make a difference in the lives of others. As she shared, “Love what you do and you’ll never work a day in your life!” Congratulations, Christie! Chapelle is proud to celebrate your success and the heart you pour into your work each day.

We are excited to invite you to our Annual Legacy Mass & Lunch on Tuesday, October 13, 2026! Deadline to register is October 6th! This special Chapelle tradition celebrates the generations of women who remain Loyal to Green & White. We invite all alumnae mothers, grandmothers, sisters, and aunts of current Chapelle students to join us as we celebrate the special legacy you share. Legacy Mass & Lunch Tuesday, October 13, 2026 Check-In: 9:45 AM | Cafeteria Please arrive no later than 10:10 AM Mass: 10:25 AM Parking: Behind the Gym Following Mass, we will gather for a boxed lunch and group Legacy photo. Barberito Photography will also be present to take additional photos that will be available for purchase. One of our favorite Legacy Mass traditions is the passing down of the senior sweater. If possible, we ask alumnae to wear or bring your Chapelle senior sweater to Mass. Following Mass, your daughter, granddaughter, sister, or niece will have the special privilege of wearing your sweater for the remainder of the school day. We are looking forward to welcoming you back home to Chapelle and celebrating the generations of women who make our Legacy tradition so meaningful. To register click below:

Career Engagement Spotlight: Taylor Tom ’16 Archbishop Chapelle High School was excited to welcome Taylor Tom ’16 back to campus as part of our Career Engagement Series. Taylor visited with students to share more about her career as a Speech-Language Pathologist and the meaningful work she does helping others communicate. As a Speech-Language Pathologist, Taylor works with children who may need support with communication, whether they are learning to communicate for the first time or working on developing clearer speech. Her work helps children build confidence, strengthen communication skills, and connect more fully with the people around them. Taylor also shared that speech-language pathologists can work with adults who experience communication challenges due to medical concerns such as strokes or neurological diseases. This field allows professionals to support people of many ages and needs, making a lasting impact on their quality of life. Currently, Taylor works with children ages 0-3 in their homes and daycares. Through early intervention, she helps young children develop important communication skills during a critical time in their growth and development. We are grateful to Taylor for returning to Chapelle to share her career journey, her expertise, and her passion for helping others find their voice. Her visit gave students a meaningful look into the field of speech-language pathology and the many ways this career can make a difference in the lives of others.  Thank you, Taylor, for inspiring our students and representing the Chapelle sisterhood so well!

Chipmunk Tales Alumnae Book Club Kicks Off the School Year Archbishop Chapelle High School was excited to welcome members of the Chipmunk Tales Book Club for its first meeting of the school year on Thursday, September 10. They discussed their book, "The Book Club for Troublesome Women" by Marie Bostwick.  It was a wonderful evening of fellowship, conversation, and a shared love of reading as the group gathered together to begin another year of book club fun. The meeting was a joyful way to reconnect, discuss literature, and celebrate the Chapelle community. The Chipmunk Tales Book Club is already looking forward to its next meeting on Wednesday, November 11, at 6:00 PM. The next book selection will be announced soon, and members are encouraged to invite friends to join in the fun — the more, the merrier! Stay tuned for more details about the upcoming meeting and book announcement.

60 YEARS OF THE CHAPELLETTES ❤️ On August 22, we celebrated with 160 Chapellette alumnae and friends of the program. It was a beautiful evening filled with friendship, memories, and gratitude as we honored all that the Chapellette program has meant to generations of Chipmunks, both past and present.

Class of 2011 Celebrates 15-Year Meet-Up Archbishop Chapelle High School was excited to see members of the Class of 2011 come together to celebrate 15 years since graduating from Chapelle! The class gathered at Hog’s Alley in Metairie for a fun reunion filled with laughter, memories, and Chapelle sisterhood. It was a great turnout, and it was wonderful to see so many alumnae reconnecting and celebrating the friendships that began during their time at Chapelle. Events like these are a beautiful reminder that the Chapelle bond does not end at graduation. Whether it has been five years, fifteen years, or more, the friendships, traditions, and memories made at Chapelle continue to bring our alumnae back together.  Thank you to everyone who helped make the evening special, and congratulations to the Class of 2011 on celebrating this milestone reunion!

Alumna Spotlight: Taryn Miller Rogers ’00 Joins River Region Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors  Archbishop Chapelle High School is proud to spotlight Taryn Miller Rogers ’00, who recently joined the Board of Directors for the River Region Chamber of Commerce. Taryn shared that she has been involved with the River Region Chamber since its inception many years ago, making this new leadership role especially meaningful. Her continued commitment to community engagement, economic development, and relationship-building reflects the same values of leadership and service that Chapelle strives to instill in every student. Since September 2022, Taryn has served as Corporate Affairs Manager for Dow St. Charles Operations. In her current role, she oversees geographic communications and all public relations efforts, including local governmental affairs and community engagement. Prior to joining Dow, Taryn spent 18 years with Valero Energy Corporation as Public Affairs Manager. In that role, she oversaw public affairs, community relations, and local government affairs for all of Valero’s Louisiana assets, including two refineries and pipeline operations. She also served as a board member of the company’s political action committee. Throughout her career, Taryn has remained deeply involved in the communities she serves. She has served on several boards and committees, including St. Charles United Way, Southeast Louisiana United Way, St. Charles Economic Development Council, Nunez Community College Foundation, St. Bernard Economic Development Foundation, St. Bernard Chamber of Commerce, The Center for Family and Youth Services, and many others. Since joining Dow, Taryn has also become involved in several Employee Resource Groups, as well as the Dow Ambassador Program. She currently serves as the global communications lead for the Women’s Inclusion Network at Dow, continuing her commitment to empowering others and fostering connection. Reflecting on the foundation she received at Chapelle, Taryn shared: “Archbishop Chapelle High School prepared me for a career in Public Relations by helping me develop strong communication skills, confidence, and a commitment to service. Through strong academics, leadership opportunities, and involvement in school activities, I learned how to connect with people, work collaboratively, and adapt to different situations.” During her time at Chapelle, Taryn was involved in cheerleading, Student Council, Eucharistic Ministry, and other organizations and clubs. She continued: “Chapelle also emphasized professionalism, integrity, and the importance of building relationships—qualities that are essential in Public Relations. The supportive environment encouraged me to find my voice, think critically, and communicate effectively, all of which have been invaluable throughout my career. Most importantly, Chapelle instilled in me the confidence to represent organizations, tell meaningful stories, and engage with diverse audiences in a thoughtful and authentic way.” Taryn’s advice to current students is simple and powerful: “ENGAGE. Get involved, make friends, and be part of your school community — you never know how much of a difference you can make.” We are incredibly proud of Taryn and the many ways she continues to lead, serve, and represent the Chapelle sisterhood in her professional and community life. Congratulations, Taryn!

Preparing Hearts for Consecration On Monday, August 10, Archbishop Chapelle High School had the privilege of welcoming Katie Ibarra ’06 back to campus to speak with faculty and staff as the school prepares for a meaningful beginning to the new school year. Katie delivered a thoughtful and faith-filled presentation in anticipation of Chapelle’s consecration to the Most Sacred Heart of Jesus, which will take place on Thursday, August 13, during the first school Mass of the year. During her presentation, Katie reflected on what it means for the Sacred Heart to be our refuge. She invited faculty and staff to consider how they can create that same sacred space for our students, one where they feel known, loved, protected, and supported as they grow in faith and confidence. As we enter a new school year, this time of reflection served as a beautiful reminder of Chapelle’s mission to educate young women in a Catholic community rooted in faith, love, and trust in God’s providence. We are grateful to Katie for sharing her wisdom, her faith, and her love for Chapelle with our faculty and staff. As we prepare to consecrate our school to the Most Sacred Heart of Jesus, please join us in praying that our campus continues to be a place of refuge, growth, and grace for every student who walks through our doors.