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Fall Awards Ceremony

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The SHDHS Fall Awards Ceremony was held Wednesday, September 30, 2009 to honor students from the 2008-2009 school year that achieved academic success as well as students who maintained a Christian character within the classroom throughout the year. Congratulations to the following students who were recognized during the ceremony:

Departmental Awards:

ART

St. Catherine of Bologna Award - Foundations of Art: Angela Volstad
St. Catherine of Bologna Award - Mixed Media: Phil Kahmann
St. Catherine of Bologna Award - Drawing and Painting: Max Lentz

BUSINESS

St. Matthew the Apostle Award - Intro to Business: Rachel D'Agnillo
St. Matthew the Apostle Award - Accounting I: Jake Hils
St. Matthew the Apostle Award - Personal Business: Brian Roetker
St. Matthew the Apostle Award - Business Law: Tres Cloar

COMPUTERS

St. Isadore of Seville Award - Introduction to Computers: Brenden Dooley
St. Isadore of Seville Award - Computer Applications: Michael Wolfe
St. Isadore of Seville Award - Computer Science I: Crystal Hurtle
St. Isadore of Seville Award - Computer Science II: John Tepe

DRAMA

St. Genesius Award - Drama I: Meghan Green

ENGLISH

St. Francis De Sales Award - English I-A: Michael Schilling
St. Francis De Sales Award - English I: Angela Volstad
St. Francis De Sales Award - English I Accelerated: Lindsey Hinken
St. Francis De Sales Award - English II-A: Jacob Goetz
St. Francis De Sales Award - English II: Jake Petry and Natalie Vaught
St. Francis De Sales Award - English II Accelerated: Loius Rodgers
St. Francis De Sales Award - English III-A: Mitchel Enzweiler
St. Francis De Sales Award - English III: Kaysie Worley
St. Francis De Sales Award - English III Accelerated: Crystal Hurtle

GERMAN

St. Boniface Award - German I: Kerri Marks
St. Boniface Award - German II: Abby Janszen
St. Boniface Award - German III: Maggie Kloentrup

LATIN

St. Jerome Award - Latin I: Jared Limbach
St. Jerome Award - Latin II: A.J. Gedney
St. Jerome Award - Latin III: Alison Ruark

SPANISH

St. Ignatius of Loyola - Spanish I: Allie Goderweis
St. Ignatius of Loyola - Spanish II: Jake Fessler
St. Ignatius of Loyola - Spanish III: Crystal Hurtle
St. Ignatius of Loyola - AP Spanish: Alex Tsoras

HEALTH / P.E.

Infant Jesus of Prague Award - Health: Allie Goderweis
Infant Jesus of Prague Award - Physical Education: Kirsti Ryan

MATHEMATICS

St. Hubert of Liege Award - Pre-Algebra: Kylie Sammons
St. Hubert of Liege Award - Algebra I: Anny McArtory
St. Hubert of Liege Award - Algebra I Accelerated: Sierra Moore
St. Hubert of Liege Award - Geometry: Katie Hahnel
St. Hubert of Liege Award - Geometry Accelerated: Conner McLaughlin
St. Hubert of Liege Award - Algebra II: Julie Kasselman
St. Hubert of Liege Award - Algebra II Accelerated: Kelsey Osborne
St. Hubert of Liege Award - Algebra III: Ben Bessler
St. Hubert of Liege Award - Pre-Calculus: Kelsey Hinken
St. Hubert of Liege Award - Pre Calculus Accelerated: Alex Tsoras

MUSIC

St. Cecilia Award - Beginning Band: Nicholas Bertke and Joshua Sherrer
St. Cecilia Award - Advanced Band: A.J. Gedney and Elyse Adams
St. Cecilia Award - Chorus: Emily Hellman
St. Cecilia Award - Chamber Choir: Chelsea Gabbard

SCIENCE

St. Albert the Great Award - Physical Science: Julie Kemp
St. Albert the Great Award - Physical Science Accelerated: Jordan Stovik
St. Albert the Great Award - Biology: Jake Petrey
St. Albert the Great Award - Biology Accelerated: Blake Barlow
St. Albert the Great Award - Chemistry: Ben Romito
St. Albert the Great Award - Chemistry Accelerated: Crystal Hurtle
St. Albert the Great Award - Anatomy: Abby Elliston
St. Albert the Great Award - Anatomy Accelerated: Marissa Vujnovich

SOCIAL STUDIES

St. Gertrude the Great Award - Geography: Haley Elliston
St. Gertrude the Great Award - World Civilization: Alana Cahill
St. Gertrude the Great Award - World Civilization Accelerated: Jake Fessler
St. Gertrude the Great Award - US History: Ben Romito
St. Gertrude the Great Award - AP US History: Alex Tsoras
St. Gertrude the Great Award - Psychology: Kasey Carnahan

STUDY SKILLS

St. Ambrose of Milan Award - Study Skills I: Jesse McGinnis
St. Ambrose of Milan Award - Study Skills II: Tommy Hellman
St. Ambrose of Milan Award - Study Skills III: Megan LaFontaine

RELIGION

St. John the Evangelist Award - Religion I: Anny McArtor
St. John the Evangelist Award - Religion II: Blake Barlow
St. John the Evangelist Award - Religion III: A.J. Gedney

Freshmen Awards:
We are pleased to recognize the outstanding academic achievement of two members of the class of 2013. These two students earned the highest score on the High School Placement Test when they took it last winter. In honor of the success that they have carried into their high school careers at St. Henry, the Freshmen Achievement Award is presented to Dillon Staub and Emily Yocum.

St. Francis Award:
Despite being born into a privileged and prominent society, St. Francis of Assisi felt a call from God to follow a different path. He left a life of wealth and privilege to find self-satisfaction and service to the poor. Inspired by a passage form the Gospel of St. Matthew � "freely you have received, freely give" (Matt 10:8) � St. Francis spent his life in ministry to others, using daily the gifts and talents that the Lord had given him. His message is best encapsulated in the prayer of his name: "Lord, make me an instrument of your peace; where there is hatred, let me sow love; where there is injury, pardon; where there is doubt, faith; where there is despair, hope; where there is darkness, light; and where there is sadness, joy." St. Francis believed that "... it is in giving that we receive," and today we recognize nine St. Henry students who have been nominated by their teachers for following the path of St. Francis � for utilizing their talents and abilities in the classroom, for creating a Christian environment by their effort and attitude, and for admirably serving those around them.

Megan Baker
Megan Baker was nominated for the St. Francis Award for her respectful nature and her constant enthusiasm in the classroom. Megan has a positive attitude and strives at all times to achieve her personal best. Mrs. Himonidis stated, "Megan is a very kind soul.She consistently demonstrates true Christian character to those around her. She is a bright beacon of faith and an exemplary role model." Congratulations, Megan!
Nathan Lentz
Nathan Lentz was nominated for the St. Francis Award for his willingness to serve others as well as his encouragement of and respect for his peers. Nathan is always ready to help someone in need and treats others with politeness and respect. Ms. Brennan noted, "Nathan is humble and courteous. He arrives to class everyday with a positive attitude and an eagerness to learn. Nathan is extremely cooperative and helpful. He offers his best in class through hard work and intelligence. His gentle nature is truly a reflection of St. Francis! Congratulations, Nathan!
Rob Packard
Rob Packard was nominated for the St. Francis Award for his positive attitude toward school and life as well as his Christian character in interacting with his peers and faculty members. Mrs. Maloney stated, "I cannot say enough about Rob�s positive influence in our class. He works well with all students, constantly pushes himself to improve, and never complains. He is a gentleman at all times and always exemplifies Christian behavior." Congratulations, Rob!
Kirsti Ryan
Kirsti Ryan was nominated for the St. Francis Award because of her sincerity and genuine interest in others� well-being. Kirsti learns in a cooperative and thoughtful manner. She works to understand and better her faith development through questions and does not criticize her classmates. She is very polite and considerate of others. Ms. Wolf noted, "Kirsti�s is an exceptional person. Her positive Christian attitude and joy for life are exemplified in everything she does." Congratulations, Kirsti!

St. Scholastica Award
St. Scholastica is the sister of Saint Benedict, and these two siblings walked a very similar path. She founded a religious community for women five miles from where her brother governed a monastery. She visited her brother once a year, and they spent these visits praising God and conferring together on spiritual matters. "Ora et Labora", translated "Pray and Work," is the Benedictine motto that St. Scholastica kept faithfully and cheerfully throughout her life. Driven by this motto, she was able to achieve her personal and spiritual goals, much the same way that our award recipients today have achieved success inside of the classroom. The administration and faculty of St. Henry District High School are honored and privileged to present the St. Scholastica award as the highest academic award for scholarship and Christian character. Recipients of the St. Scholastica Award are:

Ryan Bailer
Ryan was nominated for the St. Scholastica Award for his achievements in the following areas: English � Accelerated English I, Science � Accelerated Physical Science, Math � Accelerated Geometry, and Health. Teachers praised Ryan�s enthusiasm for knowledge and excellent work ethic. Mrs. Klingenberg stated, "Ryan is very polite and helpful to other students. He turns in consistently superior work with great attention to detail." � Congratulations Ryan!
Jessica Bier
Jessica was nominated for the St. Scholastica Award for her achievements in the following areas: English � Accelerated English I, Math � Accelerated Geometry, Science � Accelerated Physical Science, Language � Latin I, Health, and Religion. Teachers noted her preparedness and her willingness to help her classmates.Mr. Leden stated, "Jessica has an outstanding work ethic and is always willing to contribute to class discussion � she also is very generous with her time and knowledge as she offers help to other students with kindness and humility." � Congratulations Jessica!
Kevin Grout
Kevin was nominated for the St. Scholastica Award for his achievements in the following areas: English - Accelerated English I, Languages � Latin I, Science - Accelerated Physical Science, Social Studies - Geography, and Health. Kevin is a conscientious student who is a high performer in all areas of class. Mrs. Kyle noted, "Kevin enjoys competition and challenges others to do the same. He was awarded a "Maxima cum laude" certificate" and silver medal on the National Latin Exam, showing his excellence and determination in Latin."� Congratulations Kevin!
Louis Tobergte
Louis was nominated for the St. Scholastica Award for his achievements in the following areas: English � Accelerated English III, Math � Accelerated Pre-Calculus, Science � Accelerated Anatomy and Accelerated Chemistry. His teachers pointed out his ability to ask insightful questions and his academic integrity. Mrs. Meyerrose stated, "Louis is very self motivated and hard working. He is a good leader and always achieves beyond what is required." � Congratulations Louis!