Class Notes and News

MJS alumni from near and far share their travels, photographs, career changes, accomplishments and milestones on our new class notes online form.

Class notes are collected through several news forms. Most are submitted to us by alumni using the online Alumni Update Form. We learn of news from school newsletters, posts in media and articles and by word of mouth from class representatives, parents, teachers, staff or other alumni who are very connected with the school. Share Your News!

To submit your own Class Note, please email alumni@mayfieldjs.org.

Submissions may be edited for style and length.

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  • Class Notes - October 2025

    Angela Howell '72 and Sr. Sheila McNiff '52 were celebrated at the Opening Mass on September 7 at Mayfield Junior School and were inducted as Golden Alumni. They received a golden pin of the MJS crest. Golden Alumni are alumni who have graduated 50 or more years ago from MJS. 

    Katie Nolan Western '04 married Charles Western on March 27, 2025 at the Mauna Kea Resort in Hawaii.
     
    Jacqueline Jabarian Geragos '08 and her husband, Michael, welcomed their second son, Henry John, in September.  

    Maureen McConnell '11 married Joe Mocharnuk on May 24 at Saint Andrew Catholic Church in Pasadena. She is still happily teaching third grade at Mission Dolores Academy in San Francisco.

    Nicholas Bass '12 serves in the United States Army and is currently stationed in Germany. Nick was promoted to the rank of Captain on September 1, 2025.

    Caroline Hall '14 graduated from the University of Miami in 2022 with a degree in Mathematics with a Computer Science minor. She currently works for Natera, a genetic testing company and was recently promoted to manager of her group. She lives in the Miracle Mile area of Los Angeles with her cat, Bizmark, and would love to reconnect with any of her former classmates and friends from MJS.

    Julia Kezele '17 has joined the the faculty at Holy Family Catholic School in South Pasadena. She is an Instructional Assistant. She recently graduated from LMU with a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Psychology. Julia plans on getting her master's degree in social work and pursuing a career in child counseling.  

    Sean Hall '18 is currently attending Georgia Tech for his master's degree in electrical & computer engineering with a focus on Digital Signal Processing (DSP) and Machine Learning (AI). He graduated from Tulane University, Summa Cum Laude and Phi Beta Kappa with a Bachelor of Science in physics & computer science and a minor in mathematics. He spent last summer at Northrop Grumman as a Optical/Software Engineer Intern. On the side, he creates AI apps such as FloraFinds and Refina. He enjoys playing tennis on the Georgia Tech Club team.

    Grace Gannon '18 is soaking up her senior year at Texas Christian University, a place she truly loves. She’s found her voice on the airwaves at KTCU, where she’s hosting two shows -The Radio Girls and her current good-news-focused morning show, Goodness Grace. The station has become one of her happiest homes on campus. Adding even more excitement to her final year, Grace is now a proud member of The Dutchmen, a spirit team helping fire up the famously spirited Horned Frog student section. Go Frogs!

    Owen Roberts '18 hosted his first solo art show, Winged Reverie, in August at the Oculorum Gallery in Los Angeles. He studies art at NYU and abroad in Italy. Penny Wong, Jill Frazee, and Chad Pratt '19 stopped by to support his show.

    Cadet 2nd Class John Hyll '19 is now in his third year at the US Air Force Academy in Colorado Springs, Colorado working towards his Bachelor of Science in history and minor in future military conflicts. John served this summer as a Cadre responsible for training the incoming USAFA Class of 2029 in their Basic Cadet Training. John continues his powered flight training piloting this Air Force T-53.! 

    Aidan Byrne '22 participated in the H2 Grand Prix. This is a global competition where student teams design, build, and race hydrogen-powered remote-control cars, combining engineering, renewable energy, and teamwork in an exciting international event. In August in Germany, Aidan proudly represented the USA, showcasing his skills and innovation alongside students from around the world. Competing at the international level, he contributed to advancing sustainable technology while building global connections with peers who share a passion for science, engineering, and clean energy.

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  • In Memoriam

    We celebrate and remember those from our alumni community who have passed. We extend our deepest condolences to the family and friends of the deceased.

    Max Alex Anawalt '99
    Luci Artukovich '70
    Corinne Fogarty Baker '84
    James Riechel '84




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Mayfield Junior School

Located in Pasadena, California, Mayfield Junior School of the Holy Child Jesus is a K-8 Catholic coeducational private school. Our kindergarten, elementary school, and middle school experience best prepares students for high school education and beyond.