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The Monarch Impact

The Monarch Impact

by Gwynedd Mercy Academy High School

Careers Education Religion & Spirituality

Season 5

Jessica Damert German '98 - Engineer

Jessica Damert German '98 received her degree in mechanical engineering from Lehigh University and currently works at Lockheed Martin as a Program Management Manager. Previously, she was a Thermal Analysis Engineer and a Ship Support Systems Engineer. She also supports GMAHS students as a Gwynedd Force Mentor.

Trish Rein Shaw, Ph.D. '11 - Neuroscientist

Trish was an avid runner during her time at Gwynedd Mercy before studying psychology at the College of Charleston and earning her Ph.D. in Neuroscience at Boston University. Now, she is a Principal Scientist at Bristol Myers Squibb where she works to help those with degenerative neurological disorders.

Gabby McIlhinney '22 - Music Industry Student

Gabby is currently a student Drexel University where she studies Music Business. She is the Director of Public Relations, New Music Director, and a radio show host at the school’s radio station, WKDU. Last summer, Gabby interned at Republic Records.

Season 4

Danielle Peel '19 - Professional Dancer and Entrepreneur

After graduating from GMAHS in 2019, Danielle attended Montclair State University where she received her Bachelor of Fine Arts in Dance. Now, she is a professional dancer for Project Moshen Dance Company, a dance teacher at Institute of Dance Artistry, and she owns her own spray tan business, Golden Hour Mobile Spray Tanning.

Melva Exner, Esq '77 - Lawyer and GMAHS Board of Trustees Chair

Melva graduated from Gwynedd Mercy in 1977. While she was a student, she was on the Student Council, and was known for being a great leader. She later attended Saint Joseph’s University and Temple University School of Law. She went on to work as a lawyer for an Italian aircraft manufacturer, and eventually opened her own law firm. Today, the Gwynedd community is so lucky to have Melva’s support as the Chair of the Board of Trustees as well as her many other volunteer roles.

Meghan Maguire '01 - Actress

Over Meghan’s four years at Gwynedd, she was a member of CSC, Art Club, and Glee Club. She played on Gwynedd’s soccer team, was the co-senior editor for the Literary Magazine, and was an ambassador. After high school, Meghan attended NYU with an individualized course of study with Performance and Politics. Today, she is an actress and has acted in web series “Katie and Sean” and has appeared on “Late Show with David Letterman.”

Alex Nolen '10 - ESPN Feature Producer

Alex graduated from Gwynedd in 2010. During her time at the academy, she was the President of GMA TV and Ambassadors. After graduating from Gwynedd, she went to Drexel University in Philadelphia, where she got her Bachelor of Science Degree in Film and Video Production. Since college, she’s been involved in the sports world, working for the Philadelphia Phillies Phantasy Camp, MLB Advanced Media, NFL Films, Philadelphia Eagles, and ESPN where she is currently a Feature Producer.

Jenna Gelenberg '11 - Casting Director

Jenna Gelenberg graduated from Gwynedd in 2011. During her time at the academy, she was actively involved in the performing arts, also taking on leadership roles in Glee Club and Diversity Club. After graduating high school, she attended New York University’s prestigious Tisch School of Arts and earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Film and Television. Today, she works as a casting director and has worked on titles such as National Treasure, The Prom, Fire Country, and more.

Sr. Cathe Shoulberg '65 - Supervisor of Student Teachers

Sr. Cathe Shoulberg graduated from Gwynedd in 1965. She earned an undergraduate degree in Education from Gwynedd Mercy University and a master’s degree in Education from Arcadia University. For 15 years, she taught as a first grade teacher in various parish schools in the Archdiocese of Philadelphia and the Diocese of Camden. Also, she was the principal at St. Helena’s for 30 years. Since September 2019, Sr. Cathe has started a new ministry: Supervisor of Student Teachers at Gwynedd Mercy University.

Season 3

Cindy Antoni Conaway '71 - Science Faculty

Cindy Antoni Conaway graduated from Gwynedd in 1971 and graduated with Bachelor’s of Science in Biology from Chestnut Hill College. Cindy returned to Gwynedd as a science teacher and taught at her alma mater for 45 years. Over her career, Cindy has been the recipient of multiple awards for excellence in education. Cindy was also awarded Margaret Beirn Barger ’35 Distinguished Alumna Award for Service to the School.

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