On May 16th, 2025, the Faculty and Staff gathered at the Frontiers of Flight Museum in Dallas to celebrate their annual banquet. This was a well-deserved break from the students for the teachers, who spend their time at Jesuit forming Men for Others. After a welcome by Mr. Tom Garrisson ’92 and an invocation by Fr. Sylvester Tan, SJ, the festivities began.
Years of Service Recognition
After a delicious dinner, the awards began with the recognition of faculty who have reached a milestone in their years of service. The following faculty were recognized for their milestone:
5 years– Suzanne Armstrong, Rob Boyle, Eli Brown, Brian Goll, Anna Hjertstedt, Tim Plocica, Sarah Wait
10 years- Ian Berry, Elizabeth Grindinger, Parker Hornsby, Madison Mathews
Bryan Montgomery, Shelly Schutze, Alex Soich, Joe Wood
15 years– Paolo Costanzo, Matt DuRoss, Paul Maturi, Laura O’Neal, Jonathan Segal, Katie Segal, Max von Schlehenried
25 years– Tim Host, Tracy McFarland, David Williams
30 years– Rick Leal, Rick Martin
35 Years– Bob Wunderlick
45 Years– Peter Billingham (Retiring)
Faculty Awards
The Michael Grimshaw Family Award
The Michael Grimshaw Family Award seeks an educator who provides conditions and opportunities for continual interplay of experience, reflection, and action. This recipient does so by guiding inquiry that deepens informed actions, fostering the well-being of community members and developing life-long learners. This year’s recipient is Mr. Matt Erickson.
Rev. Robert Tynan, S.J. Award
The Rev. Robert Tynan, S.J. Award is presented to a staff member who actively builds the community while inspiring others to seek the greater good for all. This recipient partners with colleagues and parents to achieve the school’s educational mission. This year’s recipient is Coach Paul Maturi.
Peter Faber, S.J. Award
The Peter Faber, S.J. Award recognizes an individual whom students see as personifying the Jesuit mission. The recipient embodies excellence in terms of overall dedication and service. This year’s recipient is Mr. Max von Schlehenried.
Elaine Henrion Award
The Elaine Henrion Award is presented to a colleague who animates the Ignatian vision by valuing educational work as a vocation. The recipient works to promote a faith that does justice by responding to Christ’s call. This year’s recipient is Mrs. Karen Lahey.
“Receiving the Elaine Henrion Award at this year’s banquet was truly special for me and at the same time a humbling experience. It was a timely reminder of the uniqueness of the Jesuit community I have been blessed to be a part of these past 41 years.” -Mrs. karen lahey
Rev. Joseph Mulhern, S.J. Award
The Rev. Joseph Mulhern, S.J. Award is presented to a member of the staff who produces an exemplary standard of work and seeks to serve beyond the job description. The recipient does this while exhibiting a strong working knowledge and commitment for the
support functions that benefit the Jesuit Dallas students and community. This year’s recipient is Mrs. Sarah Wait.
Francis Xavier, S.J. Award
The Francis Xavier, S.J. Award celebrates a coach whom students have identified as someone who inspires them. This recipient strives to model God’s love and infuse Ignatian values in activities outside the classroom while considering the best interest of students. This year’s recipient is Coach Charlie Delong.
Hal F. Tehan Family Award
The Hal F. Tehan Family Award is presented to a faculty member who, according to their peers, most embodies the Profile of the Ignatian Educator. This year’s recipient is Mr. Ky Vu.
Conclusion
As a student here, I can say for a fact that the faculty and staff are truly loved. No one helps more in the growth of a student than a teacher, a coach, or a mentor. The men and women recognized at this banquet are the ones who form men for others.
Stay tuned to the Roundup for upcoming profiles of New Faculty and Staff at Jesuit! Profiles will drop starting next year.
