Sarah Boragno ‘02 and Nick Boragno ‘02

Sarah Boragno ‘02 and Nick Boragno ‘02 first met in eighth grade while attending middle school dances – Sarah at St. Gregory School in San Mateo and Nick at St. Pius Catholic School in Redwood City. Although their paths crossed early on, their relationship began as a friendship that would span nearly a decade before turning romantic.

When Sarah went on to attend NDB and Nick enrolled at Serra HS, the two remained part of the same close-knit friend group throughout high school. Their connection grew naturally through shared experiences at Tri-School events, such as football games and school dances.

“When he went to Serra and I went to Notre Dame … my best friend and his best friend started dating, and then we all started, hanging out together, and he was just a really nice guy,” recalled Sarah. “I remember thinking, ‘Oh, Nick Boragno. He’s so nice.’”

Despite spending years together, the two never dated in high school; instead, their bond remained rooted in friendship.

After graduating in 2002, Sarah attended San Diego State University, while Nick went to Cal Poly San Luis Obispo. Even while attending different colleges, they continued to cross paths when Nick visited friends in San Diego. It was not until after college, however, that they started to see their relationship differently.

“We’ve been friends since we were like 13, 14 years old … but we … didn’t start dating until we were like 22, ” explained Sarah.

What began as years of friendship eventually turned into a full-blown relationship once they were both living in the Bay Area. Sarah moved to San Francisco to attend the University of San Francisco, while Nick completed graduate school and later entered the police academy.

Their shared background and values played a significant role in strengthening their relationship.

“We have such a [strong] friendship [and] that’s why I think we have a very strong relationship,” said Sarah. “…We value community … We have the same ideals and morals.”

In 2010, after dating for over two years, Nick proposed during a surprise weekend trip to Napa. The couple married in 2011 and now have two children, Danny and Shannon, both students at St. Gregory’s.

Reflecting on their life together, Sarah emphasized the importance of humor and partnership.

“My favorite part of the life that we’ve built together is that we have a history with each other that is built … on humor,” said Sarah.

The story of Sarah and Nick Boragno highlights the strength of relationships built on friendship, shared values and patience. From Tri-School events to building a family together, their journey demonstrates that sometimes the strongest relationships grow slowly and last because of it.

Lily Jensen-Pelletier ‘28 and Matthew Mitchell ‘28

Lily Jensen-Pelletier ‘28 and Matthew Mitchell ‘28 are a couple whose relationship has grown alongside their busy schedules. The two first met when they were in seventh grade through mutual friends and have remained close ever since.

“We met because we had friends who were friends with each other, and it was in seventh grade,” stated Jensen-Pelletier.

Jensen-Pelletier and Mitchell are both active participants in athletics at their schools. She is a volleyball and beach volleyball player, while he participates in football at Serra HS. Despite demanding academic workloads and rigorous athletic commitments, the two make a conscious effort to make time for one another throughout the week.

“We prioritize each other’s academics and sports, while also making sure that we have time for each other to like, hang out and enjoy each other so we just like to balance our time,” said Jensen-Pelletier.

Maintaining a relationship during high school can be challenging and attending different schools can

make it even more difficult to see one another. However, they have worked to stay connected through frequent calls and texts, and have been able to spend time together at Tri-School events. Through consistent communication and shared experiences, the two have built a strong sense of trust and connection despite not attending the same school. Balancing school responsibilities and personal time has required commitment from both students, encouraging them to be intentional with how they support and prioritize one another throughout the week.

High school relationships can be difficult, but Jensen-Pelletier cherishes her relationship with Mitchell and the sense of comfort it provides.

“It’s like having a built-in best friend,” said Jensen-Pelletier.

Keeping a relationship takes effort and trust from both sides, and having a strong one can teach a person a lot about themselves. For Jensen-Pelletier, it has taught her skills that have helped her grow.

“I’ve learned how to control my emotions as well as take into account other people’s emotions,” said Jensen-Pelletier.

She reflected on the skills she has gained from her relationships and offers advice to other high school couples, encouraging them to be patient with one another.

“Have patience and accept that, like everyone has their own problems … separate from each other, and it’s just important to take into account both sides,” said Jensen-Pelletier.

Through managing busy schedules and time apart, Jensen-Pelletier and Mitchell’s relationship has emphasized the importance of patience, communication and mutual support. Their experience reflects how high school relationships can encourage personal growth while maintaining a strong foundation of trust.

Haley Langridge ‘27 and Connor Perry ‘27

Haley Langridge ‘27 and Connor Perry ‘27 are students at NDB and Serra HS, respectively, and are currently in a Tri-School relationship.

Langridge and Perry first met at a dance in sixth grade while she was attending Saint Gregory School in San Mateo and he was attending Our Lady of Mount Carmel School in Redwood City. The two remained close leading up to freshman year, when they officially started dating.

“It was a while we were really on and off, and then I think once it was, like, freshman year of Notre Dame, we started dating,” shared Langridge.

Since then, they have continued to support one another throughout their relationship as they balance school and personal commitments.

“I really like being able to … have someone to support me when I’m sad …” said Langridge.

Now attending different schools, Langridge and Perry have to work through the challenges of a Tri-School relationship, balancing academics and extracurricular activities. While attending separate schools can be difficult, frequent communication can help relationships grow.

“I have … his messages, so I’ll text him during class,” stated Langridge.

The Tri-School program has also provided many opportunities for the two to spend time together through shared traditions, including school dances, football games and other community events. These events allow students from different schools to stay connected with building relationships within the broader Tri-School community.

Langridge shared some of their experiences, saying, “We’ve attended all of the winter formals and Hoco’s [and] the Serra night game.”

Support from family members has been an important factor in strengthening the couple’s relationship. Langridge shared some of her favorite memories spending time with Perry’s family.

“My favorite memory is kind of hanging out with his family, specifically his brother Jack,” said Langridge. “We always go to Cane’s, or we’ll go, like, get some Dubai chocolate, and it’s always a lot of fun.”

Relationships often require balance and independence from both individuals involved.

“I have learned [that] you shouldn’t rely solely on one person, and … you have to balance each other out,” stated Langridge.

Although Langridge and Perry have not discussed long-term goals for their relationship, both look forward to seeing where their relationship takes them. Langridge reflected on the importance of support throughout their relationship, emphasizing how this can help mutual understanding and help relationships thrive. While maintaining a high school relationship can be difficult, through support and communication, Langridge and Perry have shown the true meaning of a relationship.

Kathy Dinger ‘28 and Henry Faillace ‘27

Kathy Dinger ‘28 and Henry Faillace ‘27 met through wrestling during the 2024 season and began dating in December of that year. Although they were both involved in the sport, Dinger shared that she did not initially know Faillace well.

“I actually had no idea who he was the whole season till … one of the tournaments, and I recorded his match, and I was like ‘Oh, he’s kind of good,” said Dinger.

After that tournament, the two began connecting outside of wrestling.

“I followed him as a friend on Instagram, but then he … added me on Snap[chat],” explained Dinger.

What began as a shared involvement in wrestling quickly developed into a relationship as they continued talking and getting to know one another.

Since wrestling is a nearly year-round commitment, including both the season and offseason,Kathy and Henry spend a significant amount of time together at practices, tournaments and school events. The sport has allowed them to support one another consistently while also sharing a common interest that plays a large role in both of their lives. In addition to seeing each other in person, they stay connected through frequent communication, including texting, FaceTime and phone calls. Beyond wrestling, the couple has attended several school dances together and often spends time together outside of school. Since Faillace is able to drive, he frequently visits Dinger’s house, allowing them to see each other often despite attending different schools. This has helped them maintain a close connection even with different schedules and academic responsibilities.

Dinger shared, “He’s … always there for me, and we go hang out a lot … My parents absolutely love him because, like, we wrestle together, so we’re basically always together for events and stuff.”

One of Dinger’s favorite memories with Faillace was traveling to Oregon over the summer for a wrestling camp, where they were able to spend time together while continuing to pursue a shared interest. Other meaningful moments for the couple include celebrating their one-year anniversary and supporting one another at wrestling meets throughout the year.

While they have not discussed long-term plans for the future, Dinger shared that they are both focused on enjoying their time together and seeing where their relationship leads them, especially as they continue to grow and balance school, athletics and personal goals. Looking back on their relationship so far, Dinger emphasizes the importance of communication, noting that staying open and honest has been key to maintaining their relationship while attending different schools. For other students navigating relationships within the Tri-School system, she emphasized the importance of prioritizing communication and making time for one another even during busy seasons.