Fifth in an eight-part series celebrating recent graduates from Catholic high schools across South Jersey.
Previously: Paul VI;Holy Spirit;Gloucester Catholic; Camden Catholic
Today: Our Lady of Mercy Academy, Newfield
Dana Durham
High School Activities: Student Council, National Honor Society, Blood Drive
Plans for the Fall: Catholic University of America, Washington, D.C.
What she appreciates most about going to a Catholic high school: Getting an in-depth look into the Catholic faith. I am a proud Catholic now.
Elizabeth Emberger
High School Activities: Crew, French Club, National Honor Society
Plans for the Fall: University of Maryland, Baltimore, MD
Funniest high school memory: Playing volleyball in an inflatable Baymax Halloween costume!
Madison Hagerty
High School Activities: Softball, Big Brothers/Big Sisters, Student Government
Plans for the Fall: Rosemont College, Rosemont, PA
Funniest high school memory: The fact that everyone always confuses me with my sister who is one year younger than me. It happens all the time!
Elizabeth Lam
High School Activities: Crew, Track and Field, National Honor Society
Plans for the Fall: University of Southern California, Los Angeles, CA
One piece of advice for incoming freshmen: My advice is to cherish your years here. They go by fast.