The Carondelet community mourns the loss of Kenneth H. Hofmann, a creative visionary and generous philanthropist who knew how education – especially Catholic education – was capable of changing everything for a child.
His commitment to opening the doors of opportunity for our area's youth was evident through his lifelong support of Carondelet and De La Salle High Schools as well as the Community Youth Center (CYC) in Concord, and numerous schools and universities. Mr. Hofmann translated his success as an entrepreneur and well-respected community leader into action and commitment to accomplish many great things for the community, touching the lives of thousands across the generations.
Most recently at Carondelet, Mr. Hofmann, through his family foundation, committed the lead gift to fund a state-of-the-art STEM Innovation Center on our campus, demonstrating a vision and entrepreneurial spirit through supporting our young women in their endeavors to make the world a better place. This gift has also created a transformative scholarship fund for Carondelet students, making high-quality Catholic education accessible to more young women.
Carondelet High School today dedicated its state-of-the-art aquatics facility, named for alumna and three-time swimming Olympic gold medalist, Natalie Coughlin Hall, who graduated from the school in 2000. The Natalie Coughlin Aquatic Center is a featured part of the school's brand new, six-acre, Walnut Creek-based Carondelet Athletics Complex. 
Carondelet High School will celebrate Sisterhood Week March 19-23. This is a more recent tradition at Carondelet where the students recognize and honor their relationships and connections with each other, as well as the charism of the Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet. This Sisterhood celebration encompasses St. Joseph's Day, the feast day of the sisters, to recognize and honor them as well.