2025 -2026 BOARD OF TRUSTEES The Aquinas Institute Board of Trustees oversees the operation of Aquinas Institute. The Board ensures and provides the spiritual tone and direction of Aquinas Institute consistent with the purposes and traditions of Roman Catholic educations. The Board of Trustees also has nal responsibility to direct and manage the business a airs of Aquinas Institute. Patrick O’Donnell ’77, Chair Edward Fiorentino ’76, Vice Chair Salvatore Guerrieri Jr. ’83, Treasurer David Eustis, President & Corporate Secretary James Brennan, CPA ‘88 Dr. Anthony Cook ’99, P’32 Dr. Jeannine Dingus-Eason ‘89 Nicholas Dobbertin, CPA ‘01 Mario Fallone, Esq. ‘92, P ‘25, ‘27, ‘29 Fr. John Huber, CSB ‘81 Sister Margaret Mancuso, SSJ Raymond Shea ‘66 2025 -2026 FOUNDATION BOARD The Aquinas Institute Foundation serves as a philanthropic resource for the Aquinas Institute of Rochester. Established in 2001 as a non-pro t and tax-exempt organization, the Foundation’s primary mission is to help preserve and enhance excellence in secondary education by providing private nancial support for programs and activities that strengthen Aquinas Institute and build an endowment for the future. Paul Roland ’77, P ’06, Chair Christopher Bostick ’11 Jurij Kushner ’68 Peter Noto, RICP ’81 Robert Porretti, CPA ’64 47 GET READY for Shamrock Week 2026 Shamrock Week is a week-long fundraiser that directly supports the Aquinas Fund. Throughout the week, we feature matching gifts from generous alumni and engage in class challenges to raise funds and inspire friendly competition. Each year, the Aquinas Fund provides critical resources for our students and faculty by supporting essential needs such as nancial aid, faculty development, the arts, athletics, facilities maintenance, and technology. With YOUR support, we are paving the way for a future where the next generation of leaders is shaped by the principles of the Basilian motto: “Teach me Goodness, Discipline, and Knowledge.” Aquinas Fund gifts are what allow us to keep tuition a ordable for families who value Catholic education. By investing in the future of Aquinas, you help preserve our tradition of excellence and ensure that we continue to nurture students who are well-prepared to lead with integrity and faith. SHAMROCK WEEK 2025 WAS A SUCCESS! Our goal was to raise $175,000 with 500 gifts We made history by raising $232,098 with 610 gifts! Throughout the week, we engage in Class Challenges where each class competes for the coveted Shamrock Week Trophy. 2025 Shamrock Week Class Champions Most Dollars Raised: Class of 1980 with $34,245 Most Donors: Class of 1988 with 31 gifts As a school community, we collected 695 items for the Little Free Food Pantry. The Class of 2028 (for the 3rd year in a row) won the class challenge, bringing in 185 food items. If you’re interested in becoming a class ambassador to rally your classmates, or if you’d like to sponsor a challenge gift, please contact Mrs. Kelly Conlan P’21 & ‘26, Aquinas Fund & Events Manager, at (585) 254-2020 ext. 1050 or kconlan@aquinasinstitute.com.
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