They marched in McAuley girls but left as McAuley women. 

Wearing the traditional long white gowns symbolizing the ideals of the Sisters of Mercy, Mother McAuley Liberal Arts High School's senior class graduated on May 20. 

Revist Mother McAuley's Senior Prom.

Perfect weather for the occasion allowed as many family and friends who desired to witness the event.

McAuley seniors of note included Andrea Bastien (Chicago) as student speaker; salutatorian Claire Ryan (Evergreen Park); and valedictorian Julie Burns (Palos Park).

Mrs. Cathy O'Grady was faculty speaker.

View the photo gallery from Mother McAuley's Class of 2012 graduation then add your own. Feeling a little nostalgic, check out our gallery from the Class of 2011.

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