Loyola Blakefield

November

Fourteen Dons Commit on Fall Signing Day

11/13/2019

Fourteen Dons from the Class of 2020 have committed to continuing their athletic careers in college next year during our Fall National Signing Day event on Nov. 13.

Middle School Collects Candy & Cards for Operation Gratitude

11/12/2019

Our middle school recently collected candy and cards for troops overseas.

Cyber Dons Compete in AFA CyberPatriot Once Again

11/11/2019

Our Cyber Dons recently competed in the first round of the Air Force Association's CyberPatriot competition—the nation's largest cyber defense competition.

Breaking Ground on Innovative Learning Center

11/7/2019

We broke ground on our Innovative Learning Center with a special school-wide ceremony on Wednesday, November 6.

Class of 2023 Gathers for Freshman Retreat

11/5/2019

The Class of 2023 spent Nov. 2 & 3 on campus for the annual overnight IGNITE Freshman Retreat.

Highlights from 13th Annual Michael Destino '13 Memorial Run

11/1/2019

Our middle school hosted the 13th Annual Michael Destino '13 Memorial Run on Halloween.

October

Ten Dons Named National Merit Scholarship Commended Students

10/31/2019

Ten students received Letters of Commendation from the National Merit Scholarship Program.

JV Water Polo Crowned MIAA Champions

10/28/2019

JV Water Polo won it all this year.

Loyola Volleyball Travels to Puerto Rico for Jesuit Schools Tournament

10/28/2019

Our volleyball team traveled to Puerto Rico from October 17-20 for their second annual Jesuit Schools Volleyball Tournament.

Team Gold Wins Drive to 100

10/24/2019

Team Gold came out on top in our first-ever Drive to 100 Giving Campaign as the Blakefield community raised more than $90,000 for the Loyola Fund and our Dons.

Upper School Open House Highlights

10/23/2019

We held our Upper School Open House on Sunday, October 20.

Van Brooks '06 Named Baltimore Homecoming Hero

10/21/2019

Van Brooks '06 was recently named one of Baltimore's 2019 Homecoming Heroes.

Blakefield Community Hosts Record-Breaking Fall Food Drive

10/15/2019

Our community collected just under 25,000 nonperishable food items for our annual Fall Food Drive during October 3–10.

The Drive to 100 Begins!

10/14/2019

It's Team Blue vs. Team Gold in our Drive to 100.

Loyola Named Top Private High School

10/9/2019

The Daily Record honors the region's top organizations.

Dons Sweep Writing Contest

10/7/2019

Three students placed in the top three in the Baltimore County Public Library Annual Ghost Story Contest.

Turkey Bowl 100 Podcast

10/4/2019

Listen to a special Turkey Bowl 100 podcast featuring the late Augie Miceli and Joe Brune '52.

Eighth Graders Help Fight Childhood Hunger with Snacks and Kindness

10/4/2019

On Friday, September 27, our eighth graders participated in a service project for the Baltimore Hunger Project.

Anthony King '22 Awarded Health & Wellness Scholarship

10/3/2019

Anthony King ’22 was recently named the recipient of the Educators Benefit Services (EBS) “Well Educated” Tuition Scholarship Award.

Mountain Biking Club Off to the Races

10/2/2019

Our Mountain Biking Club attended their first race of the season on September 7 at MoCo Madness.

Blakefield Insider: Episode #1

10/1/2019

Our first official episode of Blakefield Insider is here as Mateen '21 and Marlo '20 recap our Campus Activities Fair that took place on September 25.

Blakefield Magazine | Summer 2019

10/1/2019

The latest edition of Blakefield Magazine is here.

September

Highlights from 2019 President's Reception

9/30/2019

We hosted our annual gathering of leadership benefactors on September 25.

Anthony Zehyoue Named Ravens High School Coach of the Week

9/28/2019

Congratulations to our Varsity Football Coach Anthony Zehyoue who was recently named the Baltimore Ravens High School Coach of the Week.

2019 Loyola Golf Open Highlights

9/27/2019

The Loyola Blakefield Alumni Association hosted its annual Loyola Golf Open at the Hillendale Country Club on Friday, September 20.

Ignatian Ministries Hosts Second Annual Neighbors Retreat

9/27/2019

We hosted our second annual Neighbors Retreat from September 13–15.

SGA Hosts First Forum of School Year

9/26/2019

The Student Government Association hosted its first Forum of the school year on Wednesday, September 25.

Night at The Yard II

9/24/2019

On Saturday, September 21, more than 500 members of the Loyola Blakefield community gathered at Oriole Park at Camden Yards for Loyola Blakefield Night at The Yard II.

Highlights from Sixth Grade Retreat

9/23/2019

Our Ignatian Ministries team hosted our annual sixth grade retreat on Friday, September 20, for the Class of 2026.

Ben Rohd '20 Named National Merit Scholar Semifinalist

9/16/2019

Congratulations to Benjamin Rohd '20 who was recently named a National Merit Scholar Semifinalist.

2019 Mass of the Holy Spirit Highlights

9/12/2019

The Loyola Blakefield community gathered in the Hollow on the morning of September 11 to celebrate our annual Mass of the Holy Spirit.

Athletics Hall of Fame Nominations Open for Class of 2020

9/10/2019

Nominations are currently being accepted for our 2020 Athletics Hall of Fame Class.

Highlights from Eighth Grade Retreat at NorthBay

9/9/2019

Our eighth graders attended their overnight retreat at NorthBay Adventure Camp on September 5 & 6.

August

Freshman Orientation Highlights

8/30/2019

The Class of 2023 took part in Freshman Orientation from August 26-29.

June

Blakefield Magazine | Spring 2019

6/12/2019

The latest edition of Blakefield Magazine is here.

Class of 1969 Celebrates 50th Reunion Weekend

6/11/2019

The Class of 1969 returned to Loyola for their 50th Reunion Celebration from May 31 through June 2.

Emmet Reynolds '19 Plays in Brooks Robinson All-Star Game

6/7/2019

Emmet Reynolds '19 played in the 38th Annual Brooks Robinson All-Star Game on Sunday, June 2.

Freshmen & Parents Host Head Start Field Day

6/6/2019

Freshman Dons hosted a Field Day for Harlem Park Head Start preschoolers on Monday, June 3.

Several Faculty & Staff Recognized at End-of-Year Breakfast

6/5/2019

Several faculty and staff members were recognized during our annual End-of-Year Breakfast on Tuesday, June 4.

Loyola Blakefield Celebrates 167th Commencement

6/4/2019

Loyola Blakefield celebrated its 167th Commencement in the Hollow on Sunday, June 2.

Senior Mother/Son Mass & Luncheon Highlights

6/3/2019

The Class of 2019 shared a special morning with their mothers at our annual Senior Mother/Son Mass & Luncheon on May 31.

Eighth Grade Celebrates Middle School Graduation

6/3/2019

Our eighth graders celebrated their graduation from the middle school on Thursday, May 30, in the Chapel of Our Lady of Montserrat.

May

Speech & Debate Hosts 7th Annual Forensics Showcase

5/31/2019

On May 21, our Speech & Debate team hosted their 7th Annual Forensics Showcase in the Mary G. Creaghan Library.

2019 State of the School

5/30/2019

Please take a few minutes to read President Anthony Day's 2019 State of the School Message.

Class of 2019 Prom Highlights

5/29/2019

The Class of 2019 celebrated Prom at the Delta Hotels Baltimore Hunt Valley on Tuesday, May 28.

2019 Golden Dons Dinner Highlights

5/28/2019

On May 15, we hosted our annual Golden Dons Dinner for Dons 50+ years removed from Loyola.

Middle School Band Wins Music in the Parks Competition

5/27/2019

Our middle school band competed in a Music In The Parks Festival at Hershey Park on May 18.

Spring Blood Drive Highlights

5/24/2019

We hosted our Spring Blood Drive on Thursday, May 16.

Workshop(s) 2019

5/24/2019

Check out the latest edition of our student-produced literary arts magazine, Workshop(s).

Several Dons Medal at MIAA Track & Field Championships

5/24/2019

Our Track & Field team put up some stellar performances at the two-day MIAA Track & Field Championships on May 8 & 11.

Van Brooks '06 Featured on LinkedIn Series #HowIGotHere

5/23/2019

Van Brooks '06 was recently featured on the second season of the LinkedIn series #HowIGotHere.

Seventh Grade Hosts Annual Ridge Ruxton Carnival

5/23/2019

On Friday, May 10, our 7th graders hosted their annual carnival for students at Ridge Ruxton School.

Three Seniors Place First in Region in MCEE Spring Stock Market Game

5/23/2019

Seniors Garrett Mobley, Sean Cannon, and Jason Carroll took first place in the North Region of the Maryland Council on Economic Education Stock Market Game this spring.

Blakefield Players Garner Recognition at Cappies of Baltimore Gala

5/23/2019

The Blakefield Players took home several awards from the Cappies of Baltimore Gala held at the Hippodrome Theatre on May 19.

Wellness Committee Receives $2,000 in Tuition Funding

5/22/2019

Our Wellness Committee was recently awarded $2,000 towards tuition funding for the 2019-20 school year for successful health and wellness initiatives on campus this year.

Varsity Golf Claims MIAA Title

5/22/2019

Victory over Calvert Hall brings first golf title to Blakefield in 31 years.

Spring Chess Tournament

5/21/2019

The Chess Club hosted their annual spring tournament on Friday, May 17.

Grandparents' and Special Friends' Day

5/21/2019

On Friday, May 10, our 6th grade Dons welcomed grandparents and special friends for an opportunity to share their Loyola experience.

Final Group of Seniors Commit on Spring Signing Day

5/17/2019

Congratulations to our final group of senior student-athletes who recently committed to play a collegiate sport next year.

New SGA Announced for 2019–20 School Year

5/16/2019

Meet the newest members of our Student Government Association for next year.

Celebrating Diversity at 2019 Multicultural Dinner

5/16/2019

On Tuesday, May 7, we hosted our annual Multicultural Dinner in Knott Hall to celebrate diversity at Loyola.

Dons Feature Poetry, Prose, and Music at Second Annual Coffee House

5/15/2019

The second annual Loyola Blakefield Coffee House was held after school in the Father George Lounge on Wednesday, May 1.

Second Annual Day of the Don Exceeds Goal

5/14/2019

Garnering $53,230 in just 24 hours, we are proud to announce that our second annual Day of the Don was an outstanding success.

Third Annual Student Art Exhibition

5/14/2019

The Loyola Blakefield Art Department hosted its third annual Juried Student Art Exhibition at the Julio Fine Arts Gallery, located on the campus of Loyola University Maryland, from May 3–10.

2019 Academic Awards Ceremony Highlights

5/13/2019

On Friday, May 3, we held our annual end-of-year Academic Awards Ceremony to celebrate our Dons and their talents in and out of the classroom.

Blakefest & Reunion Weekend Highlights

5/8/2019

On April 26 and 27, we celebrated our annual spring homecoming with alumni, family, and friends of Blakefield.

JV Rugby Captures MIAA Championship

5/8/2019

JV Rugby defeated Mount St. Joseph on Wednesday to cap off their undefeated season.

Alex Breschi '19 Named 25th Troy Vance '85 Scholarship Recipient

5/7/2019

Alex Breschi '19 was named the 25th recipient of the Troy M. Vance '85 Scholarship Award on Friday, May 3.

Best Buddies Chapter Takes Part in Friendship Walk

5/6/2019

On Saturday, May 4, representatives of the Loyola Best Buddies chapter took part in the Best Buddies Maryland Friendship Walk at College Park.

Speech & Debate Dons Represent at Tournament of Champions

5/1/2019

Last weekend, Marlo Lacson '20, Zach Durkin '20, Will LaMoure '19, and Mateen Kane '21 traveled to the University of Kentucky to represent Loyola Speech & Debate at the Tournament of Champions.

April

Class of 1959 Celebrates 60th Reunion

4/30/2019

The Class of 1959 celebrated their 60th Reunion on campus Saturday, April 13.

Third Annual Student Art Exhibition

4/29/2019

Our 3rd Annual Student Art Exhibition goes from May 3–10 at Loyola University's Julio Fine Arts Gallery.

Track & Field Dons Compete at Penn Relays

4/29/2019

Seven Dons competed at the 125th Penn Relays during the weekend of April 25–27.

Fifty Dons from Class of 2020 Inducted into National Honor Society

4/25/2019

On April 24, fifty Dons from the Class of 2020 were inducted into Loyola's chapter of the National Honor Society.

Student-Athlete of the Week (April 17–24)

4/24/2019

Trent Geritz '19 is our Student-Athlete of the Week for April 17–24.

Dons Attend Maryland Junior Classical League Convention

4/24/2019

The Loyola Blakefield chapter of the Maryland Junior Classical League attended the state convention hosted by Easton High School on April 6 & 7.

Loyola Golf Captures Team Portion of MIAA Individuals Championship

4/23/2019

Our varsity golf team captured the team portion of the MIAA Individuals Championship at Eagle's Nest Country Club on April 17.

Student-Athlete of the Week (April 10–17)

4/18/2019

Matt Wyatt '19 is our Student-Athlete of the Week for April 10–17.

Middle School Hosts 8th Grade Career Day

4/17/2019

The middle school hosted a Career Day for the 8th grade on Friday, April 12.

Class of 2020 Receives Class Rings

4/16/2019

On Friday, April 12, the Class of 2020 received their class rings during our annual Junior Ring Mass.

Loyola Best Buddies Chapter Receives Rookie of the Year Award

4/15/2019

Our Best Buddies Chapter recently received the Rookie of the Year Award from Best Buddies Maryland for their advocacy and their partnership with the Forbush School at Hunt Valley.

Speech & Debate Hosts and Wins Inaugural Maryland State Championship

4/15/2019

Loyola Speech and Debate hosted the inaugural State of Maryland Speech and Debate Association (SMDSDA) Championship on April 6.

National Junior Honor Society Delivers Easter Baskets for Baltimore City Youth

4/13/2019

Our National Junior Honor Society students filled, wrapped, and delivered more than 100 Easter baskets for children of St. Gregory the Great Parish.

Class of 1989 Wins Inaugural Alumni Bracket Challenge

4/12/2019

The Class of 1989 has been crowned the winner of our first annual Alumni Bracket Challenge.

Three Dons Named Distinctive Scholars by Archdiocese of Baltimore

4/12/2019

The Archdiocese of Baltimore held their annual Distinctive Scholars Convocation on Tuesday, April 9.

Chilean Exchange Students Bid Farewell

4/11/2019

Our Chilean exchange students shared a heart-felt message to our community during their final week at Loyola.

Chemistry Students Participate in National Chemistry Olympiad

4/10/2019

Several students recently took part in the 2019 U.S. National Chemistry Olympiad.

Performing Arts Department Hosts Annual Spring Concert

4/10/2019

Our Performing Arts Department hosted its annual Spring Concert on the morning of April 9.

Loyola Cyber Science Hosts Second Annual Cyber Challenge

4/8/2019

Our Cyber Science program hosted the 2nd Annual Loyola Blakefield Cyber Challenge (LBC2) on March 30.

Loyola Names New Director of Campus Ministry

4/8/2019

We are pleased to announce that Laura McCormack has been named our new Director of Campus Ministry.

Summer at Blakefield featured on WMAR-TV

4/5/2019

Summer at Blakefield was featured on WMAR-TV's Mid-Day Maryland segment this week.

Student-Athlete of the Week (March 27 – April 3)

4/4/2019

Jack Koras '20 was named our Student-Athlete of the Week for March 27 – April 3.

Blakefield Online Auction is Live

4/2/2019

The Blakefield Online Auction is live through April 12.

Turkey Bowl 100 Press Conference Highlights

4/1/2019

We hosted a joint press conference with Calvert Hall on Monday, April 1, announcing our plans for Turkey Bowl 100.

March

Loyola Hosts First Annual Justice Summit

3/29/2019

On Wednesday, March 27, we celebrated our first annual Justice Summit at Loyola Blakefield.

Loyola Speech & Debate Captures Third Consecutive BCFL Championship

3/28/2019

It was three-peat for Loyola Speech & Debate at Saturday’s BCFL Championship at Catonsville High School.

Student-Athlete of the Week (March 20–27)

3/28/2019

Kaire Umoja '20 was named our Student-Athlete of the Week for March 20–27.

Ignite Campaign Celebration Highlights

3/27/2019

On Saturday, March 23rd, Loyola Blakefield hosted its Ignite Campaign Celebration, which brought together leadership donors, campaign volunteers, and members of our faculty and staff.

Student-Athlete of the Week (March 13–20)

3/21/2019

Garrett Mobley '19 was named our Student-Athlete of the Week for March 13–20.

Middle School Students Celebrate Italian Culture by Creating Venetian Masks

3/20/2019

Last Friday, our 6th graders gathered in the Fr. George Lounge to celebrate the Italian tradition of creating and decorating Venetian masks for Carnevale.

Four Dons Receive All-MIAA Honors for Winter Sports Season

3/19/2019

Four Dons recently received All-MIAA honors for the winter sports season.

Blakefield Magazine | Winter 2019

3/18/2019

The latest edition of Blakefield Magazine is here.

2019 Kelley Medal Breakfast Highlights

3/15/2019

We had the pleasure of hosting 2019 Kelley Medal recipient Monsignor Martin Feild ’51 along with many former recipients and their spouses during our annual Kelley Medal Breakfast in Knott Hall on Thursday, March 14.

Loyola Kicks Off First Annual Alumni Bracket Challenge

3/13/2019

From March 6 through April 8, we are hosting our first annual Alumni Bracket Challenge as Dons from 1987 to 2018 compete head-to-head in giving to see who comes out on top.

Upper School Welcome Night Highlights

3/11/2019

On Tuesday, March 5, we hosted our newest Dons and their families on campus for our annual Upper School Welcome Night.

Dons Show Strength and Persistence at Indoor Nationals

3/10/2019

Congratulations to our Dons for a great trip to the 2019 New Balance Indoor Nationals this past weekend.

Pat Muth '99 Departs from Blakefield

3/7/2019

After six years of serving as Director of Alumni Relations and Director of Leadership & Giving at Loyola Blakefield, we are saddened to announce that Pat Muth '99 has recently moved on to serve in the Office of Institutional Advancement at Mercy Medical Center.

Opening the Lenten Season with Ash Wednesday Mass

3/6/2019

We kicked off the Lenten season this morning with our campus-wide Ash Wednesday Mass.

Indoor Track & Field Dons Headed to Nationals

3/6/2019

Ronan Sullivan, Camden Gilmore, Connor Verrett, Kyle Clarke, and Aaron Ray will represent Loyola at the New Balance Indoor Nationals this weekend.

Loyola Robotics Sends Three Teams to States

3/5/2019

Loyola Robotics sent three teams to the Maryland State Championship at Sollers Point High School on Feb. 22 & 23.

Liam Brennan '24 Wins Middle School Geography Bee

3/4/2019

Our middle school students recently competed in the National Geographic Geography Bee in their social studies classes.

Loyola Cyber Science to Host 2nd Annual Cyber Challenge

3/4/2019

The 2nd Annual Loyola Blakefield Cyber Challenge (LBC2) will take place on our campus on Saturday, March 30, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

#BlakefieldBound 2019

3/1/2019

Acceptance letters have been mailed out for the 2019–20 school year. Please welcome our newest Dons.

Freshman Basketball Crowned BCL Champs for Third Straight Year

3/1/2019

Our freshman basketball team was crowned 2019 Baltimore Catholic League Champions after defeating Archbishop Spalding 57–35 in the finals on Feb. 26.

February

Steve Truitt Named Head Wrestling Coach of the Year

2/28/2019

Steve Truitt was recently named Head Wrestling Coach of the Year for Maryland Independent Schools.

It's Academic Team Competes in Quarterfinals

2/28/2019

Our It's Academic team competed in the quarterfinals on the morning of Feb. 23.

Loyola Speech & Debate Wins Chesapeake District Championship, Qualifies Five for National Tournament

2/27/2019

Loyola Speech & Debate hosted the Chesapeake District Championship on Feb. 23 for schools in Maryland, Delaware, and DC.

Mothers' Club Day of Reflection Highlights

2/26/2019

On Thursday, Feb. 14, the Mothers' Club gathered on campus to celebrate their annual Day of Reflection.

Cyber Dons Qualify for CyberPatriot National Finals

2/25/2019

Two Loyola teams have qualified for the CyberPatriot National Finals held in Baltimore from April 8–10.

Two Dons Named National Merit Finalists

2/22/2019

Congratulations to seniors Henry Erdman and Nick Froehlinger on being named 2019 National Merit Scholarship Program Finalists.

Monsignor Martin Feild ’51 Named 2019 Kelley Medal Recipient

2/22/2019

Monsignor Martin Feild ’51 has been selected as the 2019 recipient of the Rev. Joseph M. Kelley Medal—the highest form of recognition given to a Loyola Blakefield alumnus.

Best Buddies Assembly

2/21/2019

We hosted an assembly for our new Best Buddies Chapter, led by our Chapter President Ben Skinner '20, Vice President Michael Chorabik '20, and a few special guests.

Loyola Blakefield Alumni Association Hosts Annual Attire 4 Hire Clothing Drive

2/19/2019

The Loyola Blakefield Alumni Association hosted its annual Attire 4 Hire Clothing Drive outside of Xavier Hall from Feb. 16–17.

Davalli Named BCL Coach of the Year, Several Dons Earn BCL Honors

2/19/2019

Loyola Basketball Head Coach Josh Davalli was named Baltimore Catholic League Coach of the Year during the Awards Banquet on Feb. 18. Several of our Dons also received honors.

Highlights From A Taste of Blakefield 2019

2/14/2019

The Loyola Blakefield Alumni Association held its annual food, beer, and wine tasting event on Saturday, February 9.

Loyola Blakefield Receives Volunteer Group of the Year Award from The Baltimore Station

2/13/2019

Loyola Blakefield recently received the Volunteer Group of the Year Award from The Baltimore Station.

Highlights from Annual School Blood Drive

2/8/2019

We held our annual School Blood Drive on Thursday, February 7.

Loyola Basketball Hosts 6th Annual Coaches vs. Cancer Night

2/8/2019

Our basketball program recently hosted its 6th Annual Coaches vs. Cancer Night.

Student-Athletes of the Week (Jan. 30 – Feb. 6)

2/7/2019

Brett Stoll '21 and Ryan Kness '22 were named our Student-Athletes of Week for Jan. 30 – Feb. 6.

Loyola's Best Buddies Chapter Holds Spread the Word to End the Word Event

2/7/2019

Our new Best Buddies Chapter held their first event last week.

Photography & Digital Media Students Receive Regional Honors

2/7/2019

Mr. Ziegler's Advanced Photography and Digital Media classes recently took part in the Scholastic Art & Writing Awards, a national juried art competition.

Loyola Robotics Takes First Place at VEX Robotics Competition

2/6/2019

After a four-month delay in receiving their equipment, Loyola Robotics is back in action.

JV Swimming Takes First Place in MIAA Championships, Varsity Falls Just Short

2/6/2019

The MIAA Swimming Championships took place Saturday, February 2, at McDonogh School.

Student-Athlete of the Week (Jan. 23–30)

2/1/2019

Jack Kinkead '19 was named our Student-Athlete of the Week for Jan. 24–30.

January

Cyber Dons Flourish in CyberPatriot XI State Round

1/29/2019

Students in our Cyber Science Program captured several titles during the state round of CyberPatriot XI—the Air Force Association’s National Youth Cyber Defense Competition.

Class of 2020 Anointed at Junior Missioning Mass

1/25/2019

We gathered as a school community on Friday, January 25, to celebrate our annual Junior Missioning Mass.

Dons Garner Individual Titles at MIAA Indoor Track Championships

1/24/2019

Several members of our Indoor Track team won and placed in their respective events at the 2019 MIAA Indoor Track Championships on January 18.

Annual Winner's Choice Raffle Has Begun!

1/24/2019

Drawing will take place on Friday, March 15th via live stream from our campus.

Student-Athlete of the Week (Jan. 16–23)

1/23/2019

Our Student-Athlete of the Week for Jan. 16–23 is Aaron Ray '21.

School Community Celebrates Martin Luther King Jr.

1/23/2019

On Tuesday, January 22, we gathered as a school community for our annual MLK Celebration.

Loyola Blakefield Kicks Off New Speaker Series

1/23/2019

Hosted by President Day, Blakefield Book & Bean to deliver quarterly speaker series.

Student-Athlete of the Week (Jan. 9–16)

1/17/2019

Will Pelton '19 is our Student-Athlete of the Week for January 9–16.

Student-Athlete of the Week (Jan. 2–9)

1/11/2019

Bennett Traurig '19 is our Student-Athlete of the Week for January 2–9.

Modern Languages Department Hosts Italian Arts & Crafts Day to Celebrate Epiphany

1/10/2019

To celebrate the Epiphany, our Modern Languages Department invited Mrs. Fiorenza Castelli, an Italian teacher at Casa Italiana Language School in Washington DC, to visit with our 6th graders on Monday.