Coming back to the event this year and watching the girls own it was incredibly moving. It was like being transported in time. Watching Dashers interact, laugh, and have fun reminded me of my classmates. As they walked out the doors to start the seven miles, it could’ve easily been my friends and I 40 years ago. The energy, enthusiasm, and kindness of DSHA students are truly timeless.
A: When you give back to DSHA, you are taking ownership of what happens in the school and ensuring that girls are getting the same opportunities and experiences you had. When I give back, I am saying, "I have confidence in this school, and I am proud to be a part of this amazing community." Additionally, the mission to develop young women of faith, heart, and intellect, is vitally important. Take any of those qualities alone, and it is not as powerful as when you combine them. DSHA is creating a community of graduates who are capable, confident, and committed to living out the gospel call to make a difference in the lives of others. When you
give back to DSHA, you are staying connected to a force that is doing good in the world.
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Dash-A-Thon 2024 RecapThe Swimming Into the School Year theme perfectly matched the rainy weather of the day. After students heard from the original founders of Dash-A-Thon in the gym, and played several competitive games to foster school spirit, they braved the rainy weather to raise money for the school they love. Donning raincoats, boots, ponchos, umbrellas, and more, Dashers were all smiles as they began the 7 miles. A rainy day to remember, students surpassed their fundraising goal and raised over $90,000 for DSHA!
Payton Josetti, DSHA ’26, a member of the Sophomore SPRIDE Committee, walks the familiar yet rainy Dash-A-Thon route. “The leaders of Dash-A-Thon were really inspiring. We heard how Dash-A-Thon impacted their lives and how beneficial the event has been to DSHA throughout the years. The three dreamed of making an impact in their community and it came true. It reminded us all that dreams can come true through hard work and dedication. And even though the weather wasn’t ideal, the founders, my fellow classmates, and staff, dedicated ourselves to getting outside and raising money for our school! Our community bonded during the walk and made many rainy memories that I will cherish forever,” Josetti said.
FOR QUESTIONS ABOUT DASH-A-THON OR THE DSHA ANNUAL FUND: visit
dsha.info/givenow or contact Senior Director of Development Matt Johnson at JohnsonM@dsha.info or 414.721.2911.