Chapelle Shines at District & State Literary Rally 2026 This spring, Chapelle students proudly represented our school at the District Literary Rally at SLU on March 14, 2026, and the State Literary Rally at LSU on April 18, 2026. From English and World Languages to Fine Arts, Math, Science, and Social Studies, our Chipmunks demonstrated exceptional academic talent, dedication, and perseverance. We are incredibly proud of each student who competed and represented Chapelle with excellence. District Literary Rally – SLU March 14, 2026 District Qualifiers Leila Abbate – Journalism I Rosemarie Cardella – Family & Consumer Science Ellie Concepcion – English I Audrey Dubuc – Health Isabella Holt – English IV Jordan Legaux – Art (Two-Dimensional: Oil, Acrylic, or Water Medium) Anna Poche – Chemistry Olivia Wurster – Advanced Math (Functions & Statistics) District Qualifiers & SLU Scholarship Winners Christina Pierce – Art (Two-Dimensional: Oil, Acrylic, or Water Medium) Lucy Guillot – Art (Two-Dimensional Black & White: Drawing, Printmaking, Photography, Digital Art) Emily Ledet – Spelling District & State Qualifiers Keira Bachemin – French II Brianna Borne – Advanced Math (Pre-Calculus) Gia Chester – Psychology Ashley Garcia-Morera – Sociology Caroline Hill – Chemistry Kristin Munch – Algebra II Kayla Palacio – Government Si’lah-Michele Payre – Spanish I Emma Rogers – Calculus II Lily-Grace Theriot – World Geography Aasha Varkey – English IV Alina Varkey – Biology Yara Zeitoun – World History District Qualifiers, State Qualifiers & SLU Scholarship Winners Kathleen Elmer – Geometry Egan Guidroz – Journalism I Amelia Hassel – French I Abby Hebbler – Advanced Math (Functions & Statistics) Kate Marks – Financial Literacy Elise Nelson – English I Mallory Pansano – English II Molly Saia – Nutrition & Food Addison Terrio – Health Emily A. Wilson – Family & Consumer Science State Literary Rally – LSU April 18, 2026 State Award Winners Lauren Rieth – Latin II – 🥇 1st Place Egan Guidroz – Journalism – 🥈 2nd Place Kate Marks – Financial Literacy – 🥈 2nd Place Addison Terrio – Health – 🥈 2nd Place Kathleen Elmer – Geometry – 🥉 3rd Place Ashley Garcia-Morera – Sociology – 🥉 3rd Place Peyton Klotz – Treble Solo Low Voice – Superior Rating Margaux Mouton – Treble Solo High Voice – Superior Rating Valentina Martinez-Flores – Spanish II Extemporaneous Speaking – Superior Rating Lia Reinecke – Treble Solo High Voice – Superior Rating Jazmin Interiano – Spanish II Extemporaneous Speaking – Excellent Rating Xenia Trejo – Treble Solo Low Voice – Excellent Rating State Finalists We are also proud of the following students who advanced to State Rally and represented Chapelle with dedication and excellence: Keira Bachemin Brianna Borne Gia Chester Eden Flowers Amelia Hassel Abby Hebbler Caroline Hill Emily Karcher Jenny Mains Gabriela Mejia-Aguilar Kristin Munch Elise Nelson Kayla Palacio Mallory Pansano Si’lah-Michele Payre Emma Rogers Molly Saia Caroline Sander Lily-Grace Theriot Sarah Turnipseed Aasha Varkey Alina Varkey Yara Zeitoun In total, 49 Chapelle students represented our school at District and/or State Literary Rally this year. Their commitment to academic excellence reflects the heart of Chapelle’s mission. We are incredibly proud of each of these students for their hard work and dedication.

Chapelle Students Attend LASC 2026 From May 31 – June 4, six Chapelle student leaders traveled to Northwestern State University in Natchitoches, Louisiana to attend the Louisiana Association of Student Councils (LASC) Workshop. They returned inspired, energized, and ready to lead. This year’s theme, “Sow, Grow, Lead,” centered around farming as a metaphor for leadership. Throughout the week, students focused on planting seeds of purpose, nurturing their individual strengths, and growing into impactful leaders for their school communities. Representing Chapelle at LASC 2026 were: Audrey Dubuc, 12th grade Victoria McCann, 12th grade AnnaClaire Occhipinti, 11th grade Lauren Delagardelle, 11th grade Sloan Boudoin, 11th grade Kasey Orlando, 10th grade During the week, our Chipmunks participated in interactive workshops, team-building activities, and leadership sessions designed to strengthen communication, collaboration, and service. Between fun games, meaningful discussions, and shared experiences with students from across Louisiana, lifelong friendships were formed. Sloan Boudoin, Student Council Executive Board Historian, shared one of her biggest takeaways from the week: “What I took away most was the positive environment and how seen and heard it made me feel. It was so eye-opening and refreshing to be in a place so supportive and welcoming. The inclusivity and love at LASC is truly like no other.” The environment at LASC encouraged authenticity, confidence, and servant leadership, which are values that align beautifully with Chapelle’s mission. Our six delegates are already planning how to “sow” what they learned into the Chapelle community this upcoming school year. With the multitude of lessons and leadership skills they gained, they are ready to help our campus continue to grow in spirit, unity, and purpose. We are so proud of these young women for investing in their leadership journeys and representing Chapelle so well. The seeds have been planted, and we cannot wait to see how they grow.

Presenting Our Gift to the Gayle & Tom Benson Cancer Center 💗💚 In April, Mrs. Benson personally invited our students to the Gayle & Tom Benson Cancer Center to present our Pink Month earnings to their leadership team. Walking into the Cancer Center with Mrs. Benson was a powerful experience for our students. It was more than just delivering a check. It was an opportunity to represent the heart of the Chapelle community and to see firsthand the impact of their efforts. Sharing that moment with the leadership team made the months of preparation and fundraising even more meaningful. Throughout Pink Month, our students worked tirelessly to raise funds in creative and spirited ways. They sold pink socks, the official Pink Month t-shirt, donuts, and pink lemonade, along with organizing other campus initiatives to support the cause. They also took time to write heartfelt notes and prayers of healing to oncology patients — messages that Mrs. Benson and her team truly loved and appreciated. Being able to stand together and formally present our donation was a beautiful reminder that small acts of generosity can come together to create something powerful. It was a proud day for our students and a reflection of Chapelle’s commitment to faith, compassion, and service. We are incredibly grateful for the opportunity to support the patients and programs at the Gayle & Tom Benson Cancer Center and proud of our Chipmunks for living out our mission in such a meaningful way.

Summer Soirée 💚🍷🎻 We had the joy of celebrating our New Parents at our annual Summer Soirée at The Crossing, officially welcoming them into the Chapelle Family! 💚 The evening was filled with warm conversations, laughter, and the excitement of a new chapter beginning. It was the perfect opportunity for Chapelle’s Administration to personally meet our newest families and for parents to begin forming connections with the families of their daughters’ future classmates. Events like the Summer Soirée are a special reminder that Chapelle is more than a school — it is a community rooted in faith, friendship, and support. Watching new relationships begin to grow is always one of our favorite parts of the summer.  We are so grateful to all who joined us and helped make the evening so meaningful. We hope our newest Chipmunk families are enjoying a wonderful summer, and we cannot wait to welcome everyone to campus in August!

Thank You, Mrs. Mandy Chochelese 💚💚💚 With grateful hearts, we celebrate and thank Mrs. Mandy Chochelese for her many years of dedicated service as the Founder and President of the Chapelle Grandparents Club. Mrs. Mandy founded the club in 2013 and lovingly led and grew it throughout all three of her granddaughters’ years at Chapelle. What began as a beautiful idea blossomed into a vibrant and meaningful part of our school community that has created lasting memories for students, faculty, and fellow grandparents. Under her leadership, the Grandparents Club has hosted countless Grandparents Treat Days, engaging meetings, spectacular "Lo-Stepper" performances, and so many special moments that have enriched life on campus. Her warmth and generosity have truly made a difference. While we wish her well in her well-deserved “retirement” from leading the club, we know this is not goodbye. We are certain she will continue to be a joyful presence in all that Chapelle has to offer. Thank you, Mrs. Mandy, for your vision, your leadership, and your love for Chapelle.💚💚