Motivated by his parents’ lifelong devotion to nurturing minds, Tony Agnone, a member of the Class of 1975 at Mount St. Mary’s University in Emmitsburg, Md., and his wife, Jaynee, have committed $2 million to empower future educators at Mount St. Mary’s. In recognition, the university has renamed its School of Education the Anthony F. and Alice G. Agnone School of Education.
Mount St. Mary’s hosted an unveiling ceremony for its newly named School of Education on Friday, April 10, on the Emmitsburg campus. Many priests and seminarians of the Paterson Diocese in New Jersey have studied at Mount St. Mary’s Seminary.
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Agnone, who later earned a law degree from the University of Baltimore, credits the Mount with inspiring the confidence and conviction that transformed his outlook: “If you put your mind to it, you can get it done.” This sense of purpose propelled him to a distinguished career representing high-ranking NFL players and coaches, including Super Bowl–winning coach Todd Bowles and Hall of Famer and television personality Michael Strahan.
His deep commitment to education is woven from strong family roots. Agnone’s mother, Alice, shaped young minds as a kindergarten teacher in South River, N.J., guiding about a third of the town’s children. His father, Anthony, dedicated over 30 years as school superintendent.
Reflecting on the gift, Agnone said, “When we decided to do this, we thought of who outside of your parents has the most influence on you? It’s teachers.” His words further reinforce the family’s educational legacy and intent.
This multi-year investment will empower teacher and leadership development, lift financial barriers for aspiring educators, and deepen partnerships that prepare extraordinary educators, all while carrying forward the Agnone family’s inspiring vision for the next generation.
“The generous gift given by the Agnone family makes a positive and lasting impact on our ability to make meaningful changes to our education programs,” said Stacey Brown Hobbs, Ph.D., dean of the School of Education. “We are truly excited to work side by side with the Agnone family, honoring the cherished memory of Anthony and Alice. This gift lights the path for new, creative ways to prepare and retain passionate, reflective, ethical, and transformative leaders in education.”
Mount St. Mary’s University is a private, Catholic liberal arts institution in Emmitsburg, Md., with a satellite campus in Frederick. It offers more than 70 undergraduate programs and more than 20 options for adult and graduate students.
Ashlen Renner serves as communications coordinator at Mount St. Mary’s University.
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Motivated by his parents’ lifelong devotion to nurturing minds, Tony Agnone, a member of the Class of 1975 at Mount St. Mary’s University in Emmitsburg, Md., and his wife, Jaynee, have committed $2 million to empower future educators at Mount St. Mary’s. In recognition, the university has renamed its School of Education the Anthony F. and Alice G. Agnone School of Education.
Mount St. Mary’s hosted an unveiling ceremony for its newly named School of Education on Friday, April 10, on the Emmitsburg campus. Many priests and seminarians of the Paterson Diocese in New Jersey have studied at Mount St. Mary’s Seminary.
Click here to subscribe to our weekly newsletter.
Agnone, who later earned a law degree from the University of Baltimore, credits the Mount with inspiring the confidence and conviction that transformed his outlook: “If you put your mind to it, you can get it done.” This sense of purpose propelled him to a distinguished career representing high-ranking NFL players and coaches, including Super Bowl–winning coach Todd Bowles and Hall of Famer and television personality Michael Strahan.
His deep commitment to education is woven from strong family roots. Agnone’s mother, Alice, shaped young minds as a kindergarten teacher in South River, N.J., guiding about a third of the town’s children. His father, Anthony, dedicated over 30 years as school superintendent.
Reflecting on the gift, Agnone said, “When we decided to do this, we thought of who outside of your parents has the most influence on you? It’s teachers.” His words further reinforce the family’s educational legacy and intent.
This multi-year investment will empower teacher and leadership development, lift financial barriers for aspiring educators, and deepen partnerships that prepare extraordinary educators, all while carrying forward the Agnone family’s inspiring vision for the next generation.
“The generous gift given by the Agnone family makes a positive and lasting impact on our ability to make meaningful changes to our education programs,” said Stacey Brown Hobbs, Ph.D., dean of the School of Education. “We are truly excited to work side by side with the Agnone family, honoring the cherished memory of Anthony and Alice. This gift lights the path for new, creative ways to prepare and retain passionate, reflective, ethical, and transformative leaders in education.”
Mount St. Mary’s University is a private, Catholic liberal arts institution in Emmitsburg, Md., with a satellite campus in Frederick. It offers more than 70 undergraduate programs and more than 20 options for adult and graduate students.
Ashlen Renner serves as communications coordinator at Mount St. Mary’s University.