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February 25, 2021Mount Saint Mary Catholic High School in Oklahoma City hosted their premier annual event, Magic at The Mount, online.
On Feb. 6, the Magic at the Mount event went live, complete with an online bidding platform. The evening’s “Run of Show” included prerecorded videos and an emcee, Joy Murphy.
Larry Pierce, “Voice of the Rockets,” and Chris Stiles co-hosted the event. The event raised $146,554, with nearly $50,000 raised during the Fund-a-Need appeal to refurbish the school’s chapel.
Teresa Moisant, an alumna, board member and MSM parent and grandparent, said she appreciated the way MSM operated during the pandemic.
“It was definitely to their advantage that they were set up for a virtual event this year. There were so many changes that had to be implemented but the event flowed very well,” Moisant said.
From the Sisters of Mercy, Sister Richard Mary Burke commented, “Kudos and heartfelt congratulations to all! This was a wonderful result, considering what all the folks are experiencing during these times.”
Peter de Keratry, executive director of the Catholic Foundation of Oklahoma and the Secretariat for Stewardship and Development for the Archdiocese of Oklahoma City, added, “These virtual events are very difficult to pull off and The Mount did a great job!”
Mount Saint Mary Principal Talita DeNegri summed up the event by sharing her gratitude.
“Our devoted and committed advancement team never hesitated to take on the challenge of planning and organizing our virtual event. I am so proud of what the auction team, sponsors and Mount families achieved. Our community confronted the challenge, and to everyone, I am deeply grateful for their love, support and faith in us.”
To learn more about Mount Saint Mary Catholic High School, visit mountstmary.org.
Photo: (top) MSM Dean of Curriculum and Instruction Rachel Dowell and husband Brett Maughan showed off their Mardi Gras accessories delivered by Wow Boxes, creating the virtual gala’s ambiance at home. Photo provided.
MSM art teacher Leigha Luizza took a selfie with husband Stephen and son Reese with grandpa on the big screen. Photo provided.
