Ms. Adley: Since 1976, I've been a fourth grade teacher and a French teacher in grades four through twelve. 

Ms. Cindy: I began my career at Rosarian in 1994 as a teacher's assistant to Marie Shultz in the one and only Montessori classroom. When Marie moved back to Michigan, I was asked to be an 'interim' Director/Head teacher of the preschool program by Mary DeVault, the principal at that time. I served in that role until Denise Vincent was hired as our preschool Director. When Denise retired a few years later, I was again the 'fill-in' Director/Head Teacher. I maintained that position until Megan Cloar took the position of Director of Early Childhood 3 years ago. 

Mrs. Paulson: Eighteen years as Director of Finance.

Mrs. Hackney: Twelve years. Grade 5 English/Literature/Social Studies teacher; Grade 6 English teacher; Literature Department Chair; English Department Chair; Master In-service Program Coordinator; Moderator - Games of Strategy; Moderator - The BLUE Team.

Deacon Serge: Eight and a half years: long term sub first grade; 5th grade religion; 6th grade religion/history; K-4, 5th and 7th computers; Dean of Discipline; Sacristan; Virtus, Protecting God's Children facilitator

Mrs. Kelly: Eight years: Spanish teacher; 8th grade homeroom moderator; yellow team captain

Ms. Cindy: I have loved most being a part of the Rosarian family - watching my former students grow from year to year. It has always been a special blessing to me to see them up on the stage in the various productions over the years, especially when my daughter was a student here and had some wonderful roles on stage under the excellent leadership of Mr. Sherman. I have also always felt particularly proud whenever 'my' Charter students cross the stage at the graduation ceremony each year. I feel like everybody's 'grandma' at graduation time, my heart bursts with pride! 

Mrs. Paulson:  Having the opportunity to meet and work with many wonderful parents and staff.

Mrs. Hackney: I am fondest of my opportunity to visit the Mother House in Adrian, Michigan and meeting the remarkable women who sponsor this wonderful school.

Deacon Serge: Watching students who struggle work through their challenges and actualize their potential.

Mrs. Kelly: I absolutely love teaching and genuinely enjoy getting to know each and every student I have. I love them like my own. I always say... teaching makes me a better mom, and being a mom makes me a better teacher.

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WHAT WILL YOU MISS THE MOST ABOUT ROSARIAN?

Ms. Adley: I'll miss the people: my students, the faculty and staff, parents and RA families.

Ms. Cindy: The warm and loving families that I have come to know and feel connected with over the years. I have felt nurtured, appreciated and so honored to be a part of the Rosarian Community. I will miss all of it!

Mrs. Kelly: I will miss all the friendships I have formed with the faculty and staff. RA has truly been a second family to me. It takes a village! I am profoundly grateful for all the smiles, laughter and memories with so many.

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WHAT DO YOU PLAN TO DO IN YOUR RETIREMENT?

Ms. Adley: I'll spend time with my family.

Ms. Cindy: First and foremost, my son's wife is delivering twin grandsons this summer. Since they already have one awesome 2-year-old son, I know my summer will be busy with being available to all of them. As my own children's families are growing (the twins arrival will make me 'Nana' to 5!), it is my hope to be as available to them as our finances allow. I will need to seek employment in a position where my knees will not be an issue and am simply being open to God's call for me. 

Mrs. Paulson: Spend the summer with grandchildren in North Carolina, travel, read, sew, learn to quilt, and experiment with container gardening.

Mrs. Hackney: I will be working as a legal assistant, and I will be assisting my 90 year old parents.

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ANY FINAL WORDS YOU WISH TO SHARE WITH THE ROSARIAN COMMUNITY?

Ms. Adley: Congratulations on Rosarian's 90th anniversary! God bless Rosarian Academy!

Ms. Cindy: Thank you for including me in this Christian community of education for the past 19 years. Rosarian Academy is indeed blessed and spreads God's blessings with abundance. You are in my heart forever!

Mrs. Paulson: Always remember that each person is an important part of making Rosarian the special place that it is.

Deacon Serge: I am thankful and blessed to have been a teacher at Rosarian Academy. I taught some but learned so much more. I loved being in a setting that was open to prayer. After eight and a half years I am ready to graduate and head off to Cardinal Newman High School. Students, parents, faculty, administration and staff - thank you all for your love, kindness and support. Peace and all God's good.

Mrs. Kelly: Thank you for the memories. I will hold them close to my heart. I hope I have made my Kelly Kelly mark on yours. 

The Lower School's annual May Crowning Liturgy took place on May 20, in the Rosary Chapel. Our First Communicants who already received the sacrament in their parish church had the opportunity to receive communion with their classmates for the first time. Dressed in their beautiful First Communion attire, second graders delivered the readings and crowned the Blessed Mother. A "breaking of the bread" reception for second graders and their parents followed the Mass.

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Led by the National Junior Honor Society, 19 students, a few parents, and Mr. Hansen spent half of Saturday, May 10, painting a house for a disabled 88-year-old woman in West Palm Beach. As part of its sponsorship of Paint Your Heart, the Solid Waste Authority of Palm Beach County provided the recycled paint and painting supplies at no cost to the homeowner. It was a great event because the students had an opportunity to serve a fellow member of the community in need while also learning valuable life skills. 

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President / Vice President: Mac Murphy and Hailey Hersey (rising 8th graders)

Secretary: Sarah Elhilow (rising 8th grader)

Treasurer: Gina Landrum (rising 8th grader)

The offices of President and Vice President were open to rising eighth grade students only. Secretary and Treasurer were open independently to rising seventh and eighth grade students. Student Council classroom representative elections will be held the beginning of next school year.

The Baccalaureate Mass honoring the Class of 2014 graduates returned to Rosarian Academy's Theater on Thursday, May 29, after being held at St. Edward Church for the last six years. Traditionally, graduation Mass was always held on campus in Rosarian's theater. During the six years the theater was closed for renovations, the school had to find an off-campus site for Mass and was granted permission to use St. Edward Church. This year, Principal Virginia Devine decided to return to tradition and bring the Mass back to Rosarian's campus. Father Brian King, secretary to Bishop Barbarito, celebrated the liturgy.

Rosarian Academy graduated another 32 young men and women from its eighth grade class on Thursday, May 29, 2014, in the school Theater. Class of 2003 alumna and former Palm Beach resident, Meredith Hunt, addressed the Class of 2014 as the commencement speaker. It was a beautiful and moving graduation ceremony-not only honoring the graduates for their hard work and achievements but also recognizing Principal Virginia Devine and her 31 years of service to the school.

As a seventh-grade student at Rosarian Academy, Meredith had Ms. Devine in English class and described Ms. Devine as her favorite teacher, "To this day, Rosarian Academy holds such a dear place in my heart, and I am so grateful to be here in light of Ms. Devine's retirement...She always taught me to believe in myself and always strive to achieve my goals." Meredith graduated number one in her class and then proceeded to Cardinal Newman where she was valedictorian. She graduated from Brown University Magna Cum Laude and then from William & Mary Law School Summa Cum Laude and the top 10% of her class.

As Ms. Devine inspired Meredith, Meredith inspired the graduates with words of encouragement, "Stay true to yourself and resist peer pressure...As you step into this next phase of your life, remember the power of commitment, dedication, and ambition."

Following the commencement address, parent Paula Cook was recognized with the "Rose and Torch Award" for her countless hours of service to the school over the last ten years. Awards given to students included the Academic Excellence Award, presented to Lilly Cooney as the number one student in the eighth grade class, and the Rowdy Award, honoring Tony Azqueta for most outstanding athletic achievement. Both Lilly and Tony will attend Cardinal Newman High School.

In her closing remarks to the students, Ms. Devine said, "The school will always be a part of you, and you will always be a part it. That's just what happens here...As you go forward, set the world on fire with your goodness, passion and joy."

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Leave a lasting legacy for your graduate on the beautiful Tree of Life in the beloved Rosary Chapel. The Tree of Life tribute and memorial gifts are the perfect way to honor a loved one for many occasions, including graduations, birthdays, anniversaries, first communions, confirmations, weddings, memorials and congratulations. For more information, please visit www.rosarian.org/chapel.

Eighth grade student, Chloe Mikus, was honored as the school's 2013-2014 Kiwanis Club Student of the Year. Continuing its tradition of honoring excellence, character and leadership potential, The Kiwanis Club of Palm Beach recognizes Students of the Month from local schools at a monthly luncheon. Selected students are honored with a check and a certificate. At the end of the year, one student from each attending school is chosen as the Student of the Year.

As a Student of the Year honoree, Chloe delivered a speech at the May 6th, Kiwanis Club of Palm Beach luncheon, where she stated, "By honoring me today you are also honoring Rosarian Academy, my teachers and my parents because they have all made me who I am today."

Chloe attended the luncheon at the Chesterfield Hotel accompanied by Principal Ms. Virginia Devine and history teacher Ms. Kathy Moormann, and parents.

Interested in mentoring new families and helping at our Open Houses? We are looking for Parent Ambassadors for the 2014-2015 school year.. Parents are vital in representing the school during the admission process and at external functions. The purpose of this program is two-fold:

1. For parents to help recruit more wonderful students and families to our school. Rosarian Academy provides an unparalleled foundation of academics, faith, service and community.  We need to successfully spread this message.  
2. To serve as a welcoming committee and mentors to our new students and families. We want all to feel as a welcomed member of the Rosarian Family. 

cara@rosarian.org or 561.832.5131 x223

Rosarian Academy, founded in 1925, is a private, coeducational, Catholic school sponsored by the Adrian Dominican Sisters. Its mission is to educate the whole person for life in a global community in the light of Gospel values.