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Sister Claire Young, HM, Athletics Fund Launched

A new athletics and wellness initiative honors the legacy of Sister Claire Young, HM.
Magnificat High School has long believed that educating young women holistically means nurturing the whole person—mind, body, and spirit—in the spirit of Mary’s Magnificat. Nearly 60 percent of our students participate in at least one of our 16 teams at Magnificat. Athletics and wellness play a vital role in that formation, shaping confident leaders, resilient teammates, and young women who understand the value of discipline, teamwork, and lifelong health.

Building on this commitment, Magnificat has launched a new initiative designed to identify and fund the greatest needs in athletics and wellness, positioning the school to become the preeminent leader in girls’ high school athletics while remaining firmly rooted in its Mission. A fund honoring Sister Claire Young, HM, who passionately advocated for athletics and the importance of fitness for young women at Magnificat and surrounding schools has been created for all gifts in support of this initiative: the Sister Claire Young, HM, Athletics Fund.
 
A Vision for Girls’ Athletics
This initiative reflects a clear and ambitious vision: to elevate girls’ sports through elite health, wellness, and athletic performance programs that support every student—whether she is a varsity athlete, a developing competitor, or a student discovering fitness and wellness for the first time.

The greatest needs to be addressed through this initiative will be identified through an ongoing collaboration between school leadership and the Athletic Department. This flexible, mission-driven approach ensures that investments remain responsive to student needs, safety, and opportunities for growth.

Continue reading in the Winter 2026 issue of Magnificat Magazine. 

Article by Maggie Mroz Lamb ’84, Director of Development
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Magnificat High School, a girls' Catholic college-preparatory high school, founded and sponsored by the Sisters of the Humility of Mary, educates young women holistically to learn, lead, and serve in the spirit of Mary’s Magnificat.