Ramona Convent Welcomes the Class of 2029 with a Derby Tea Party

The Holy Family Room at Ramona was filled with future Tigers and their “remarkable women” as guests of Ramona Ambassadors and their AMAZING Moms/Grandmothers. The “Kentucky Derby” theme was perfectly carried out with beautiful flowers and horse-themed decor embellishing the room. Guests walked the red carpet to enter a pastel paradise.

Table centerpieces were created and set-up by tea party committee members. The Ramona kitchen crew, parents, and students arrived early in the morning to assemble the delicious menu consisting of tea sandwiches, fresh fruit parfaits, and cheese danishes. When guests arrived, a cadre of servers, dressed in black, zipped around the room pouring tea and attending to each table.

All in attendance enjoyed a beautiful mini-performance by the Chamber Singers led by Ms. Ruth Ballenger, Music Director. Ramona senior and Associated Student Body President, Valeria T., spoke eloquently about her love for Ramona and told guests to “saddle up” because high school at Ramona will be an exciting ride for them. Before and after the tea, guests enjoyed walking around the English Courtyard while capturing the essence of the event at various photo stations.

Before guests departed, Mrs. Nathalie Zuletta, Family Alliance Lead and Ramona Parent, shared a closing reflection about what it means to be part of the Ramona Family and how she’s witnessed her daughters grow into young leaders. The event ended with a special toast to future Tigers.

One guest shared “the program was uplifting and warm. It was truly a special event that exemplified all the wonderful aspects of Ramona, its sisterhood and community.”

Ramona, celebrating a legacy of 135 years of distinction, is a welcoming Catholic college-prep high school for young women committed to excellence in education. Graduates are empowered, resilient, socially conscious leaders prepared to meet the challenges of life as contributive members of the global community.

Ramona Convent Secondary School, 1701 W. Ramona Rd., Alhambra, CA 91803, (626) 282-4151 or visit www.ramonaconvent.org.