We caught up with Katie O'Connor Holzheimer '68 and her granddaughter, Maryclare Holzheimer '26 at a recent Legacy Mass. Katie shared that she loves seeing Maryclare thrive at Beaumont and loves to see Beaumont thriving, "I am so impressed by the way Beaumont is meeting the needs of each student and preparing them to enter the world as young Catholic women."
Katie O'Connor Holzheimer '68
What was your favorite class or teacher?
As I look back, I think the best classes I had were in biology. I really didn’t realize it at the time but I loved studying biology, and eventually led to studying nursing in college. I also loved my French classes, and I continued to study French in college. I remember running into Sister Marie Michelle shortly before I went on a trip to France, and I told her how much I learned in her class and that I had been practicing my French in preparation for the trip. She seem very happy to hear that.
What were some of your favorite Beaumont traditions?
I think my favorite tradition when I was at Beaumont was the Drama Club. We had some ambitious productions like “Our Town” and “The Crucible”.
What’s the best part of having your granddaughter attend Beaumont?
For me the best part of having Maryclare at Beaumont is seeing her thrive. Additionally, seeing Beaumont thrive! I am so impressed that they are meeting the needs of each student and preparing them to enter into the world as young Catholic women. The strong focus on academics is impressive.
Maryclare Holzheimer '26
What was your favorite class or teacher?
My favorite classes (so far) were either Theology or French. Dr. D and Mam Pam are my favorite teachers since they were so supportive and encouraging.
What was your favorite Beaumont tradition?
Wellness days are definitely my favorite Beaumont tradition! It's great that Beaumont allows us students to relax and take a break from school on a random Friday!
What’s the best part of having your grandmother attend Beaumont?
I love how my grandma tells me all about her experience at Beaumont and how different it was then compared to now. I am very fortunate to have someone so close share in the Beaumont sisterhood with me. I look up to my grandma and she has played a very important role in my life. I want to continue to make her proud by being a good student because she has inspired me with all her Beaumont stories.
Favorite Song/Band
Katie '68
Beatles and Rolling Stones
Maryclare '26
My favorite songs are either Better Man or Clean by Taylor Swift!
Favorite TV show
Katie '68
Bewitched and the Monkees
Maryclare '26
Criminal Minds is a good one
Favorite lunch to buy at school
Katie '68
French Fries
Maryclare '26
I like to go to the salad bar and get a salad or a wrap
