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Women's History Month Feature

Victory Feature Article by Nicole Beach '22

One of the most well-respected leaders in high school basketball, Tom White retires after 26 seasons as a head coach

During the month of March, we are taking time to highlight several of our esteemed colleagues and reflect on all they do to ensure that De La Salle is a safe, vibrant, and wonderful institution of learning. The Women of D are a vital part of our community. We are grateful for your contributions. Meet Nicole AccomandoShe is a School Counselor and Sophomore Class Moderator who began her career at De La Salle in 2014. “I work with students in regards to academics, social emotional issues, and assisting students with the college process. My day to day work varies depending on the needs of the students, but always encompasses those three domains of counseling.” Background and Journey to De La Salle“After graduating college from Eastern Illinois University, I was working as an administrator at a childcare center. After a year, I decided to go back to school and get my master’s degree in Counseling with the intention of becoming a high school counselor. I graduated with my MA in school and community counseling from Saint Xavier University in 2012 and completed my counseling internship at St. Rita. I then went on to work at St. Francis de Sales for two years before…

The Women of D: Mrs. Emily Vogel During the month of March, we are taking time to highlight several of our esteemed colleagues and reflect on all they do to ensure that De La Salle is a safe, vibrant, and wonderful institution of learning. The Women of D are a vital part of our community. We are grateful for your contributions. Meet Mrs. Emily VogelShe is the Director of Campus Ministry. She has been at De La Salle since 2007. She facilitates programming for our Lasallian mission - retreats, Liturgy, service projects, social justice initiatives, Peer Ministry, Lasallian Youth, immersion trips, etc. She also teaches Honors Theology for Seniors. Background and Journey to De La Salle“I was an active Lasallian Youth member at my Lasallian high school in Kansas City, MO,” says Emily. “One of my most profound experiences in Lasallian Youth was at a regional summer gathering at Lewis University. We did some service in Chicago and a seed was planted. After college I joined the Lasallian Volunteer (lasallianvolunteers.org) program which provided a number of experiences that eventually led me to De La Salle.” What inspires you about De La Salle?Mrs. Vogel has always admired the storied history of De La Salle. She…

During the month of March, we are taking time to highlight several of our esteemed colleagues and reflect on all they do to ensure that De La Salle is a safe, vibrant, and wonderful institution of learning. The Women of D are a vital part of our community. We are grateful for your contributions. Meet Norma RamosShe is a math teacher who began her career at De La Salle at Lourdes Hall Campus in 2005. “I'm in room 320 and you can usually find me in my room teaching Geometry or Pre-Calculus or providing help to students who seek more math practice. Background and Journey to De La Salle“Towards the end of my last semester in college, I got a call from Mr. Khazen (former Applied Science Division Dean here at De) after he received my resume through the annual resume book set-up and sent out by my college. I met him and toured the Lourdes Hall Campus for a potential math teaching position. I went to an all-girls catholic high school myself and wanted to continue to teach in a Catholic setting.” What inspires you about De La Salle?“I believe De La Salle provides an environment where students can feel safe and…

During the month of March, we are taking time to highlight several of our esteemed colleagues and reflect on all they do to ensure that De La Salle is a safe, vibrant, and wonderful institution of learning. The Women of D are a vital part of our community. We are grateful for your contributions. Meet Mandy BixmanShe is a science teacher at De La Salle since 2014. She teaches Environmental, Earth & Space, and Physical Sciences and coaches tennis for Girls (Fall) and Boys (Spring). Background and Journey to De La Salle“I grew up in the Southwest suburbs of Chicago, went to Stagg High School, and graduated from Saint Xavier University in 2013 with a degree in Biology Education and Environmental Sustainability. I worked at another high school and a grammar school before there was a Science opening at De. Now I get to teach my favorite subjects and coach my favorite sport!” What inspires you about De La Salle?“I am excited to pass on my love and knowledge of science to my students. I get to talk with them about preserving our environment on Earth, and about our explorations into space on a daily basis!” What Woman has been an inspiration to you?“Katherine…

During the month of March, we are taking time to highlight several of our esteemed colleagues and reflect on all they do to ensure that De La Salle is a safe, vibrant, and wonderful institution of learning. The Women of D are a vital part of our community. We are grateful for your contributions. Meet Mariann RonzioShe is the Business Office Manager at De La Salle and has been here since 1999. She describes her day-to-day as an opportunity to work with the “best of the best.” Ronzio adds that “when she began this journey 22 years ago, with the Business Office, my roll was Account Receivables. I was responsible for entering all money coming into the school. The primary source being tuition. Collecting tuition enabled me to become acquainted with many of our families and their students. Being able to work with and assist our DLS families has been one of the most rewarding experiences for me. As the many years went by, my roll changed to Business Office Manager, primarily responsible for Account Payables. I continue to work with and assist our families, which is what I enjoy most!” Background and Journey to De La Salle“I'm a 1979 graduate of…

The Women of D: Alison Duffy During the month of March, we are taking time to highlight several of our esteemed colleagues and reflect on all they do to ensure that De La Salle is a safe, vibrant, and wonderful institution of learning. The Women of D are a vital part of our community. We are grateful for your contributions. Meet Alison DuffyShe is a history teacher at De La Salle since 2019. She teaches all five sections of CP Freshmen World History. Background and Journey to De La SalleIn her own words, Duffy states that she “was first a music teacher for many years, as well as a French tutor. I taught English in public schools overseas for several years in Korea and France. Then I decided to switch to teaching history. I worked as a sub in CPS while I got my Master's degree, and now I'm at De La Salle!” What inspires you about De La Salle?“I love how the students here come from all different backgrounds, and I love how nice everyone is,” Duffy affirms. “It's the perfect place to help kids develop a nuanced understanding of the world we live in.” What Woman has been an inspiration to you?Virginia Hall.…

By: Nicole Beach, Mia Nunez, and Isella Perea