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Once a Maroon, Always a Maroon!
As we welcome students back to school, we're proud to have so many alumni serving as faculty and staff! Here are a few fun facts:
- 45 alumni currently serve on our faculty and staff.
- Spanning 50 years, these alumni range from the Class of 1971 to 2021.
- Generations of alumni are represented, with our earliest graduate from the St. Joseph Academy Class of 1971.
- We have a teacher or staff member from every graduating class of the 1980s.
Front Row: Mary Downey ‘13, Elizabeth Sharf ‘10, Laura Carruthers-Green ‘04, Catherine Yost ‘08, Grant Mullenbach ‘21, Kurt Flood ‘13, Maren Friedman ‘15, Jacqueline Pose ‘16, Molly Juric ‘10, Madeline Degen '13, Lizzie Bartlam ‘96, Megan Andersen '99
Back Row: Meaghan Wittstock ‘05, Emily Jenkins ‘21, Ray Metz ‘85, Jennifer Kelly ‘87, Christy Sheaff ‘86, A.J. Spike '06, Betsy Sellers ‘84, Meghan Osborn '00, Jenny Umstead ‘89, Simon Sheaff ‘13, Kathleen Sherzan ‘02, Paul Eure ‘83, Nicole Otten ‘14
Not pictured: Gabe Baccile ‘19, Adam Chelleen ‘14, Terry Clark ‘96, Drew Cownie ‘92, Justin Crouch ‘97, Deb Derry ‘89, Rob Diehl ‘80, Peyton Dueling ‘21, Barb Feeney ‘81, Fr. Reed Flood ‘13, Christy Harmeyer ‘82, Paula Plasencia ‘71, Andy Schreck ‘98, Lance Shay ‘90, Erik Smith ‘96, Bradley Wilson ‘02
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Five alumni are among our new faculty this year!
Front Row: Kate Leo, Patricia Sitzmann, Betsy Sellers ‘84,
Catherine Yost ‘08, Jenny Howard, Madison Peterson, Maren Friedman ‘15, Lizzie Bartlam ‘96
Back Row: Karen Thompson, Chrissy Nogueira, Caitlin Lutrick, Michael Dean, Adrian Eggers, Mark Baethke, Dr. Jonathan Folkerts, Gabe Baccile ‘19, Ashley Hofmann
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Meet our Young Alumni Board!
Kristen Krueger McLellan ’15, Colton Rupprecht ’15, Claire Michel ’19, Daniel Keough ’17 and Isabela Yamen ’19
Are you a recent DCHS graduate looking for a way to stay connected and give back to your alma mater? The Young Alumni Board is looking for new members!
This volunteer leadership group is made up of alumni typically within 12 years of graduation. The board supports the mission and Catholic identity of DCHS by fostering engagement, leadership and service among young alumni.
Board members help create opportunities to connect with fellow graduates and support the DCHS community. Activities include:
- Supporting the annual Pancake Breakfast
- Planning and hosting a Young Alumni Networking Event
- Engaging with the Career Academy and current students
- Supporting alumni and school events and traditions
Interested in getting involved? We’d love to hear from you!
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Dowling Catholic Golf Outing
Thank you to everyone who joined us for the 48th Annual Dowling Catholic Golf Outing at Terrace Hills!
We’re grateful to our presenting sponsor, West Bank, as well as our community partners and donors, including several alumni-owned businesses. More than 45 alumni joined us for the outing, representing classes from 1961 through 2021. View our photo album to see more familiar faces.
We look forward to seeing you on the course again next year!
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| ALUMNI NEWS
We'd love to hear news about you and your classmates! Please submit online or contact Jody White, Alumni Manager, at 515.222.1090 or jwhite@dowlingcatholic.org.
Update contact information here.
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EVENTS
We're seeking Pancake Breakfast Co-Chairs
This position is ideal for two or more people (21+) who are ready to help create a welcoming experience. No experience required - you'll be trained by our current co-chairs and learn from the best! Learn more here.
OCT 2: Homecoming
Join us for the Homecoming football game against Cedar Rapids Kennedy. We’re proud to honor our 2026 Athletic Hall of Fame inductees with a pre-game introduction at 6:15 p.m. We hope to see you there!
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CAMPAIGN UPDATE
Significant progress was made over the summer as construction continued as part of the Honoring Our History, Faith in Our Future
campaign. With students back on campus, expanded parking and a new 17th Street entrance are now complete, while other campaign projects are underway.
See an aerial view of the latest progress and visit our campaign website to explore renderings and see what's ahead.
Together, we have raised more than $56 million toward our $76 million goal with the support of 972 donors who have made gifts and pledges. Thank you to everyone who has helped make this progress possible.
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| IN MEMORIAM
We extend our deepest sympathies to the families of alumni who have passed away.
Anthony "Tony" Macri '56
Joan (Schill) Mount '63 SJA
Carol Sharp '64 SJA
Sharon (Folsom) Cota '66 SJA
Eileen Fitzgerald '66 SJA
Carolyn Gantz '66 SJA
Mary Heck '66 SJA
Mavis LaMar '66 SJA
Richard Riley '66
Dave Morrill '70
Antonia "Tone" Murillo '85
Lawrence Enos '86
Vincent "Bo" Sinclair '86
John Patrick McCarthy '90
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All-Alumni Band Reunion
October 1-2, 2026
Thursday, Oct. 1
DCHS - Rehearsal 5-6 p.m., Gilroy’s 6-8 p.m.
Friday, Oct. 2, Valley Stadium 5:30 p.m.
Contact: Steve Craig ‘72
Please RSVP Here
Class of 1961
65th Reunion
September 12, 2026
Terra Park Large Shelter
6400 Pioneer Parkway,
Johnston, 4-7 p.m. Food/ drinks provided. No cost to attend, and no advance RSVP or payment required. Contact: Butch Mazzie
Class of 1976
50th Reunion
October 2-3, 2026
Oct. 2: Barntown Brewing 6-11 p.m.
Oct. 3: Iowa Cubs Principal Park 6-11 p.m.
Contact: Elizabeth (Faber) Hilgenberg RSVP and submit payment info. by Sept. 10 to Liz.
Class of '76 Facebook
$100/person for both nights $75/person for one
Class of 1991
35th Reunion
Oct. 2-3, 2026
Friday, Oct. 2: Goodsons Food & Spirits, 6 p.m. - ?
Saturday, Oct. 3: Doc’s Lounge, 6 p.m. - ?
Contact: David Zeller
Class of '91 Facebook
Class of 2006
20th Reunion
October 23-25, 2026
More details coming SOON! Contact:
Theresa McCombs
Class of 2011
15th Reunion
Sept. 19-20, 2026
Saturday, Sept. 19
UPDATED LOCATION: Tower Park (Open Air Shelter) Des Moines, Family Picnic 11-2 p.m.
Jalapeño Pete's 6-10 p.m Sunday, Sept. 20
DCHS, Mass 11 a.m.
RSVP Here
Contacts: Nick Coleman
Jeffrey Nielsen
Ben Boesen
Class of 2016
10th Reunion
Details: TBD
Contact: Cole Patton
Planning a reunion? Please contact Jody White to share details.
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| Help Us Reconnect with Reunion Leaders!
As we update our records, we realized we're missing reunion committee contacts for the following classes: 1962, 1963, 1968, 1969, 1994, 1997, 1999, 2009, 2017, 2019 and 2021.
If you have contact information for any of these committees, please contact Jody White.
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THE MAROON FUND
Support the people, programs, and resources that make a Dowling Catholic education possible. From faith formation and dedicated teachers to technology, classroom resources, support services, and activities, the Maroon Fund helps provide the exceptional education our families value.
While ESAs have helped make a Catholic education more affordable, they do not cover the full cost of educating a student. The Maroon Fund helps bridge the $3,316 gap per student. Help support our mission by making a gift today.
Please visit our website or mail a check to DCHS, 1400 Buffalo Road, West Des Moines, IA 50265. Thank you for your support!
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DOWLING CLUB
Since 1941, Dowling Club has fueled the tradition of excellence in athletics by providing funding for equipment, facilities, and support for our coaches and student-athletes.
Membership includes:
Passes to all home athletic events (excluding tournaments) and a one-time 15% Campus Store discount. Learn more and purchase your membership online.
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