Marissa is a sophomore at Padua Academy. She is a member of student council and was recently selected to be a Student Ambassador. Marissa plays basketball and volleyball on a CYM team, but enjoys playing all sports for fun. In her spare time, she enjoys listening to music, writing stories, and spending time with her family and friends.
Marissa B., Reporter
April 20, 2012
Filed under People, Top Stories
The young women at Padua Academy have a variety of amusing talents, fascinating gifts, and inspiring stories. Padua 360 took the time to hear a few of their individual stories and share them with you. You may already know Shannon S. (‘14) for her high intelligence or her frequent participation... (more...)
Marissa B., Reporter
March 29, 2012
Filed under Spirituality & Service, Top Stories
On March 27, 2012, Padua Academy held their annual Lenten Reconciliation service. In the morning, the Chorus program held a prayer service. Students from Salesianum and Ursuline joined Padua students to lead our community in a time of song and prayer. Maggie Fassano (‘13), Victoria Pezdirtz... (more...)
Marissa B.
March 7, 2012
Filed under A&E, Top Stories
About a year ago, the Broadway show “How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying” took New York City’s Al Hirschfeild Theatre by storm. With it’s hilarious antics, catchy tunes, and phenomenal actors, the show has drawn theatre fans from all over the world. The show’s current... (more...)
Marissa B., Reporter
February 17, 2012
Filed under Spirituality & Service, Top Stories
On February 14, 2012, Padua Academy’s Sophomore class took their annual retreat to Grace Church. The day started off with a quick meeting in the Cafeteria while attendance was taken and the girls were assigned into groups. A few girls were overheard saying they “hoped we wouldn’t have... (more...)
Marissa B., Reporter
February 2, 2012
Filed under Student News, Top Stories
A few weeks ago, a violent assault occurred in the Padua neighborhood, changing how safe Padua girls feel around their school. Because a young woman was the target of this assault, shock waves were sent through the Padua community. “It’s not necessarily that I feel more in danger now,... (more...)
Marissa B., Reporter
December 29, 2011
Filed under Student News, Top Stories
On December 13, 2011, all of the Sophomores came together to spend the entire day celebrating the union and spirit of the Class of 2014. Throughout the day, the Sophomores participated in many fun games and activities planned by the four class officers, along with the Sophomore class moderators.... (more...)
Marissa B., Reporter
December 20, 2011
Filed under Student News
With the passing of Thanksgiving and the start of December, it’s starting to look a lot more like Christmas. The frenzy began on Black Friday, as the mall parking lots began to fill and the shopping traffic became unavoidable. Take a ride through any neighborhood to see the decorations being... (more...)
Marissa B., Reporter
November 30, 2011
Filed under Sports, Top Stories
Recently, Padua Academy has teamed up with Newport Rowing Club to add crew to their long list of offered sports. The team has continually been growing, as knowledge of the sport continues to spread. The girls of Padua Crew have learned that there is much more to crew than just rowing. The crew... (more...)
Marissa B., Reporter
November 28, 2011
Filed under People, Top Stories
This 2011-2012 school year, our school has added many fabulous individuals to the Padua Academy Faculty. Mr. Mahler, teacher of U.S. History and Christian Lifestyles, is just one of these new members of our community. Mr. Mahler was born in Texas, but after just a year, he and his family moved... (more...)
Marissa B., Reporter
November 3, 2011
Filed under A&E
Joe Jonas, the middle child from the boy band Jonas Brothers, recently has been making a name for himself as a solo artist. On September 7, 2011, he made a stop at the Theatre of Living Arts in Philadelphia to take the stage all by himself. His dedicated fans started lining up at 8:00 A.M.... (more...)
Marissa B., Reporter
November 3, 2011
Filed under Student News
The Padua community recently gathered in the Cafe for the annual Student Council Installation. Many new students vowed to take on the responsibility as a student council member to represent their peers and school. Classmates elected many new members as each homeroom selected two homeroom... (more...)