The Father Daughter Cotillion is one of many beautiful traditions at Mount de Sales.
Two seniors in particular this year complete the legacy originated by their sisters many years back. Sarah McKinnon is the sixth daughter of Jim and Mary McKinnon to participate in this event, and Corinne Kavanagh is the fifth daughter of Mary Pat and Brian to walk through the trellis.
“I love seeing how happy the dads are to have a special evening with their daughters. For the seniors especially, the night marks the beginning of several milestone events which culminate their high school years” said Jodi Phelan, mother of two daughters.
The Father Daughter Cotillion began in 1989 and will be celebrated for the 23rd time this year. This welcoming event was started to honor seniors and provide family friendly event for dads and daughters.
On March 24th each senior will be announced as she walks through a beautiful trellis decorated with the class color, and view a slide show which showcases a childhood photo of her and her father. “Once the dancing starts, it’s great fun to see the dads dust off their dance steps from a few decades ago and even more fun to see them attempt some new moves” said Phelan. This is Phelan’s fifth year co-chairing the event. She became involved when her eldest daughter was a senior in 2008.
James McKinnon-6 Brian Kavanagh-5
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Michele ’99 Allison ‘04
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Janet ’01 Meghan ‘06
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Kerry ’01 Lauren ‘07
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Kathleen ’04 Morgan ‘10
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Anne ’06 Mary ‘12
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Sarah ‘12
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McKinnon Family
Kavanagh Family