On May 23, the Jesuit Dallas community came together to celebrate the Junior Class and their achievements throughout the school year. The Junior Convocation is the largest convocation with the most scholarships being awarded to the rising seniors. This celebration highlights all of the unique qualities that the Junior class contributes to the school.

The Awards

St. Stanislaus Kostka Award

The Office of Campus Ministry fosters religious growth in light of Catholic tradition and the vision of St. Ignatius of Loyola by supporting all members of the Jesuit Dallas Community in their call to proclaim the faith, promote justice, and grow in their personal relationship with Jesus Christ. St. Stanislaus Kostka was a great model of growth and faithfulness to Christ as he was determined to become a Jesuit against all odds. Recipients: Hogan Civello, Cole Hatzmann, and Andrew McMahon

Excellence Awards for Outstanding Musicianship

The Jesuit Ursuline Ranger Band Booster Club acknowledges two students who display diligence and enthusiasm in Band activities and who exemplify the spirit and community of the Band. The following students have merited $1,000 scholarships and the 2024 Quest for Excellence for Outstanding Musicianship:  Alejandro Calvo and Leo Ramirez

A Haggerty Math and Science Academic Award

The award is a one-year $2,785 tuition scholarship awarded to selected students entering the sophomore, junior, and senior grade levels. Funding for the scholarships has been
provided by the Jesuit College Preparatory School of Dallas Foundation. These scholarships are awarded to individuals pursuing involvement and excellence in Math and Science while exhibiting leadership and service. To be considered for the Haggerty Math and Science Academic Scholarships, a junior student must have at least a 90% cumulative GPA and a 92 average in honors math and science courses or a minimum 95 average in regular math and science courses in the Fall semester. Each candidate is then reviewed by the faculty of both of the academic departments and the administration to determine his achievements in mathematics and science. Also considered are his activities at Jesuit Dallas, leadership roles, and community service involvement. Recipients: Beau Bureau-Mitchell, Matthew Firley, Leo Hernandez, Neel Manne, Winn Moore, Aidan Raymond, Ian Vicens, and Carter Weiss

Book Awards

Each year, colleges and universities around the country honor deserving high school juniors for academic achievement, work in their community, and commitment to leadership and service which distinguishes them from their peers. At this time we wish to present the following college book awards:

Bausch & Lomb Science Award

The Award recognizes outstanding academic achievement and superior intellectual promise in the field of science. This year’s recipient is: Beau Bureau-Mitchell

Chatham University Rachel Carson Healthy Planet Award

The Award is awarded to a student who has a strong focus on environmental ethics and
engagement, social justice, leadership, and stewardship within their community and school. The Chatham University book award is presented to: Alex de la Cerda

Clarkson University Achievement Award

The award is merited by a member of the junior class who demonstrates outstanding leadership qualities and is a positive contributor to the school and community. The Clarkson Achievement award is presented to: Jack Golembeski

Clarkson University Leadership Award

The award is merited by a member of the junior class who demonstrates outstanding leadership qualities and is a positive contributor to the school and community. The Clarkson
Leadership award is presented to: Corbin Hicks

The Dartmouth College Book Award

The award is awarded each year to a rising senior who has distinguished himself as a strong student, been active in extracurricular activities, and is recognized as a leader among his peers. This year the Dartmouth College Book award is merited by: Jack Yeskie

George Eastman Young Leaders Award

Each Spring, George Eastman recognizes juniors across the nation for their outstanding achievement in leadership and academics. The award  is presented to: Brody Carlson

Frederick Douglass and Susan B. Anthony Award

The  award in Humanities and Social Science is awarded to a junior who demonstrates commitment to understanding and addressing difficult social issues, is actively involved in community service, and has a desire to improve himself academically. The Frederick Douglass award is merited by: Zane Williams

George Mason Book Award

The George Mason University recognizes juniors who embody Mason’s commitment to service, inclusive collaboration, and the ability to meet modern challenges with creativity and resilience. This year the award goes to: Cole Hatzmann

Harvard Book Award

Each year Harvard University recognizes a junior who has demonstrated academic excellence along with a commitment to serving the community and participation in extracurricular activities. This year the award goes to: Leo Hernandez

Le Moyne College “Reaching for the Heights” award

The award is given to a Junior who is reaching for the heights in the classroom and in participation in the school and community. The Le Moyne book award goes to: Charlie Peters

Presbyterian College Junior Fellows Scholar award

The award is given to Juniors whose classroom performance has demonstrated a keen mental ability and maturity of purpose. This year, we have two recipients for the Presbyterian College award: Levy Mendoza and Jack Reynolds

Ronald Reagan Student Leader Award

The Ronald Reagan Presidential Foundation & Institute recognizes civically engaged young leaders who exemplify our 40th President. The mission of the Walter and Leonore Annenberg Presidential Learning Center is to develop proactive, informed, educated, and conscientious citizens and leaders. In recognition of exceptional leadership and character, The award is presented to: Luke Lastelick

Luke Lastelick said, “Winning the Reagan Leadership Medal felt amazing. I was shocked when Dr. Kirby called my name. In addition to my appreciation for the recognition, I am relieved to finally have a solid retort to the rumors of my alleged communist tendencies floating around.”

Rensselaer Medal

The Rensselaer Medal is presented to a rising Senior who has excelled in math and science and may consider a career in science, information technology, or web science. This year’s recipient is: Kevin Martinez

Kevin Martinez said, “I feel so grateful to be honored at the convocation.”

Rochester Institute of Technology Business and Leadership Award

The award recognizes an outstanding junior high for their leadership, service, and achievements in business and business related activities. This year’s recipient is: Kevin Butera

Rochester Institute of Technology Humanities and Social Sciences achievement Award

The award recognizes an outstanding junior for his leadership, service, and achievements in the humanities and social sciences. This year’s recipient is: Luke Wiley

Rochester Institute of Technology Science and Math achievement Award

The award recognizes an outstanding junior for leadership, service, and achievements in science and math. This year’s recipient is: Zachary Dsouza

St. Lawerence University Book Award

The award recognizes a junior who displays a significant commitment to community service. This year’s recipient is: Fabian Mares

St. Michael’s College book award

The award recognizes academic success and exemplary community service involvement that embodies St. Michael’s commitment to intellectual achievement, social justice, and concern for others. This year’s recipient is: Hogan Civello

University of Virginia book award

The award is presented to a well-rounded junior whom Jesuit considers to best represent the ideals of scholarship, leadership, and citizenship. The University of Virginia book award recipient is: Wallace Archie

Xerox award

The award for innovation and technology recognizes an outstanding junior who demonstrates achievement in the pursuit of innovative approaches and an appreciation for the possibilities of technology. This year’s recipient is: Winn Moore

Yale Book award

The award is presented to a high school junior with exemplary academic achievements who has also displayed intellectual promise and outstanding personal character. This year’s Yale book award recipient is: Jackson Powell

Other Scholarships

Jesuit’s Man for Others award

The award is given each year to students who exemplify, in their words and actions, what it means to be a Jesuit student. They have demonstrated in their dealings with others the ability to give of themselves selflessly. The award carries with it a $1,000 scholarship furnished by the Jesuit Women’s Auxiliary. The 2024 Junior Man for Others Award is presented to: Brody Carlson

Counselors’ Scholarship

The award is funded by an anonymous benefactor who wanted to honor a student who is committed to being a Man for Others, who tries his best, but may not be recognized as a top academic student. They may be involved in their church, Jesuit or their community, but they are a strong example of what Jesuit represents. The Counselors’ Scholarship, consisting of a $700 tuition grant, is awarded to: Peyton Bristow

Peyton Bristow said, “I feel honored to be recognized for my achievements and contributions to the school and am very thankful to the generous donor who provided my scholarship. I look forward to continuing to lead and contribute in my senior year.”

Collins Award

The James M. Collins Citizenship Award, including a $1,500 scholarship, was founded to honor the memory of the late Congressman James Collins and is awarded to the juniors who best exemplify those values which the Honorable Mr. Collins represented: knowledge of history and government, participation in the community, and American citizenship. This year’s recipient of the James M. Collins Citizenship Award is: Benjamin Woodard

Frank Guida ’02 Memorial Scholarship

The Scholarship was established by Karen and Joe Guida and the classmates of Frank Guida to recognize a junior student who strives for excellence and has exhibited substantial talent and promise in music, theater, or art. We are pleased today to recognize and celebrate a junior student who has demonstrated exceptional abilities in the fine arts. The 2024 Frank Guida Memorial Scholarship in the amount of $1,000 is presented to: Thomas Westerman

Dean Oliver Clarke Memorial Scholarship

A scholarship was established in 1995 in the name of Dean Oliver Clarke of the Class of ‘94. The Dean Oliver Clarke Memorial Scholarship is singular in its distinction as the only Jesuit scholarship that is without need, scholarly or extracurricular requirements. The purpose of the scholarship is to honor Dean, whose greatest gift to the community was himself. This scholarship, therefore, is based on the character of the student and his essential quality as a member of the school community — who, in the words from our mission statement, “responds with a generosity beyond the ordinary and commonplace” and who has, therefore, helped “create a school community in which each individual and group receives respect and support.” This award carries a $2,000 scholarship stipend to be applied to senior year tuition. This year’s Dean Oliver Clarke Memorial Scholarship is merited by: Andrew McMahon

T.J. Martinez, S.J. Scholarship

The Scholarship was established in 2016 in the memory of Father Martinez, S.J. and is awarded to a rising Senior who has distinguished himself by exemplifying the spirit of community service that Fr. Martinez championed as the Jesuit Dallas Director of Community Service. The 2024 T.J. Martinez, S.J. Memorial Scholarship, in the amount of $3,000 is presented to: Samuel Loh

Mark S. Moussa ’76 Entrepreneurs Scholarship

Enterprising alumnus Mark Moussa established the Mark S. Moussa ’76 Entrepreneurs Scholarship to support the entrepreneurial spirit of Jesuit students and to reward a pioneering young man who has shown interest in being a future business owner. Carrying a financial award of $3,000, it is my pleasure to award the 2024 Mark S. Moussa ’76 Entrepreneurs Scholarship to: Andrew Leon

Shakespeare Award

The Shakespeare Award is presented to a high school junior who demonstrates a deep interest and curiosity about literature and how great literature works. He exhibits a noticeable talent in his own writing, an interest to grow in his skill as a writer, and he inspires and motivates classmates to develop a greater appreciation for literature. This award comes with a $3,000 scholarship provided by Steven and Lisa Meyer. The scholarship is to be applied to their senior year tuition. The Shakespeare award is presented to: Jake Chostner

Shakespeare Award — English 3

A new award this year, the Shakespeare English 3 award celebrates the junior English student who has discovered his writing voice, skilled in shaping language strategically, persuasively, and often with wit. His academic achievement has significantly turned intellectually, much like the speakers of Shakespeare’s sonnets, a moment at the “break of day arising,” where his newfound skills with the pen “such wealth brings.” This award also merits a $3,000 scholarship. This year’s Shakespeare Award English III recipient is: Max Kuhlmann

Louis Kramer Memorial Scholarship

The Louis Kramer Memorial fund was created by Kris and Matt Kramer to honor the memory of their first born son who died at the young age of two. Jesuit education has been a hallmark of the Kramer family since 1904 at St. Louis University High School in Missouri. Community service being a core component of the profile of a Jesuit graduate, the Louis Kramer Memorial was established to recognize and celebrate a junior student who has shown exemplary dedication to service during his junior year. The 2024 Louis Kramer Memorial Scholarship, in the amount of $3,200, is presented to: Josue Guardiola

Shannon Family Scholarship

In 2005, Pat and Andrew Shannon established the Shannon Family Scholarship, which recognizes excellence in community service and social justice. The recipient, a junior, is a student who has completed one year of work grant at Jesuit and who lives the example of our school’s motto of “Men for Others.” The 2024 Shannon Family Scholarship, in the amount of $4,000, is awarded to: Michael Hasenfratz

Michael Hasenfratz said, “This school is really special to me, so it’s an honor to be recognized among the Jesuit community. Being able to watch students get awards/scholarships and winning one myself really gives me a perspective on how generous the members of our community are. I’m super grateful for the award, go Rangers!”

Jameson C.C. Sanders Memorial Scholarship

The Jameson C.C. Sanders Memorial Scholarship was established this year by alumnus John Sanders, and his wife, Jennifer, in honor of Jameson Sanders, who passed away three weeks before his delivery date. The Scholarship, which includes a $5,000 financial award, is presented to the junior student whose academic accomplishments and contributions to the community demonstrate a desire to build a positive and inspiring life. The The Jameson C.C. Sanders Memorial Scholarship is presented to: Leo Ramirez

Father Pedro Arrupe Award

Pedro Arrupe, Father General of the Society of Jesus, often spoke and wrote of the mission and direction of the Jesuit schools. Father Arrupe first used the phrase “Men for Others” and challenged Jesuit schools to form students into men who use their gifts in the service of others. The Pedro Arrupe award is merited by a junior student judged by the faculty most representative of the values of a Jesuit education. He is a student committed to educational growth, the pursuit of justice, a willingness to serve, a compassion for all, and openness to the Spirit. The 2024 Pedro Arrupe award, including a $7,115 scholarship, funded by anonymous faculty and staff donations, is presented to: Cole Hatzmann

Bachendorf Scholarship

The Bachendorf Scholarship was established by Mr. Bock to recognize a junior student who has shown the most improvement academically. This year’s recipient of the Bachendorf $7,500 scholarship is: Xavier Currlin

McWhorter Scholarship

In 1995 a scholarship fund was established at Jesuit Dallas in memory of Scott McWhorter, Jesuit class of 1993, to be given to the student who best exemplifies Scott’s desire to always put forth his best effort in academics and athletics and to demonstrate a genuine concern for all his fellow students and those less fortunate than he. The Scott McWhorter award honors a student noted for his concern for others and his commitment to Jesuit. The McWhorter award carries a scholarship amount of $10,000 to be applied to senior year tuition. The recipient of the Scott McWhorter scholarship award is: Jaeger Krauss

Andrew W. Bark ’98 Memorial Scholarship

This scholarship is awarded to a rising Senior who best reflects the artistic talents, character, and spirit of Andrew Bark, Class of ‘98. This scholarship is unique in that it rewards a student’s passion for art above any other criteria. Andrew was a brilliant artist, and when he passed away in August 2002 from a courageous fight with cancer, his friends and family created this scholarship as a way to honor his legacy. The 2024 Andrew W. Bark ‘98 Memorial Scholarship in the amount of $15,000 is given to: Oliver Miller

Beverly and John M. Dietschy, Sr. Family Science Award

In 2019, the award was established by Dr. and Mrs. John Dietschy to recognize a rising sophomore based on his strong character, exemplary academic performance, and demonstrated passion for the sciences. This award carries a $21,500 scholarship to be applied to the following year’s tuition. The competitive merit-based scholarship is renewable each year as long as the individual remains in good character and continues to excel academically. Having met these criteria for the third year, the Beverly and John M. Dietschy, Sr. Family Science Award is merited by: Levy Mendoza

Henrion Scholarship

Mr. Geoff Henrion announced the award:”The Henrion Award, established in 1987, is given by the Henrion family in memory of Tim, who was tragically killed in an automobile accident just days before he began his senior year at Jesuit in 1986. Tim had looked forward to participating in a wide variety of senior activities and extracurriculars. This award is a full tuition grant, plus a stipend for personal expenses, given to a student in the Jesuit work grant program, to free him from his work obligation and allow him to more fully participate in Jesuit activities and extracurriculars during his senior year. The Henrion Award recognizes a work grant student who has excelled in academics, in activities, and who has conscientiously and enthusiastically carried out his work grant responsibilities. On behalf of the entire Henrion family, I am pleased to present this year’s Henrion Award to junior:” Cameron Lewis

Academic Awards

Santiago Alvarez
Car Club
Excellence in Service Leadership

Rylan Archer
Spanish 3

Andres Benitez
Excellence in Service Leadership

Blake Bodnar
Music Appreciation

Henry Bourret
Journalism: Broadcasting

Patrick Brady
Music Appreciation
Physics
Precalculus

Lachlan Broad
Honors Spanish 3
UIL District Academics 5th Place: Ready Writing

Beau Bureau-Mitchell
Aerospace Club

Kevin Butera
Excellence in Service Leadership

Sam Carley
Stage and Film

Jake Chostner
Latin 3
Physics
UIL Academics District 4th Place: Ready Writing

Hogan Civello
Freshman Retreat Leaders
Lego Club

Maclain Croskey
United States History

Jantzen da Silva
Native American Club of Jesuit

Jacob Davis
Introduction to Architecture

Luke Deshotels
AP Biology

Zach Dsouza
AP Chemistry
United States History

Nash Feighny
AP Studio Art: Drawing

Sebastian Ferraez
Honors French 3

Matthew Firley
Honors Algebra 2/Trigonometry

Kyle Fleming
Admissions Ambassadors
Jesuit BBQ Club
Key Club

Jackson Galbraith
Spanish 3

Trenton Giles
Photography

Beckett Gonzales
Ceramics 1

Josue Guardiola
Algebra 2/Trigonometry
Excellence in Service Leadership

Gage Gutierrez
AP Literature and Composition

Jonathan Hagood
AP Environmental Science

Leo Hernandez
AP Spanish Language and Culture
Sacraments, Morality, and Justice

Liam Hurley
Journalism: Yearbook
United States History

Pedro Hurtado
Excellence in Service Leadership

Barrett Kasprowicz
Stagecraft

Judd Katz
Game Development
Spanish 4

Greg Kimatian
Sacraments, Morality, and Justice

Andrew Koshakji
Drawing
Future Careers
Open Microphone

Michael Kovac
Introduction to Computer Programming

Jaeger Krauss
Honors Spanish 3

Luke Lastelick
Debate Team
Jesuit Musicians Union

Gabriel Leal
Sacraments, Morality, and Justice

Andrew Leon
Excellence in Service Leadership

Samuel Loh
English 3
Excellence in Service Leadership
Yearbook: The Last Roundup

Neel Manne
Jesuit Robotics: FIRST Robotics Competition Team
TXML: Top Scoring Junior

Kevin Martinez
AP Precalculus

Nicholas Mathew
French 3

Christopher Matthews
Drawing
Rangers for Life

Lucian Matula
English 3
Honors Latin 3
Precalculus

Keagan McDuffie
AP Computer Science A

Declan McGarity
Excellence in Service Leadership

Noah McGough
Excellence in Service Leadership

Andrew McMahon
Excellence in Service Leadership

Levy Mendoza
AP Literature and Composition
United States History

Winn Moore
AP Precalculus
AP United States History
Honors Java
Honors Spanish 4
Sacraments, Morality, and Justice

Kane Murray
Ceramics 2

Liam Murray
Mandarin 3

Michael Neitzel
Ceramics 1

Charles Anthony Odegard, Jr.
Filmmaking
Junior Classical League

Ben Owen
Photography

Conor Parro
Honors Latin 4

Caiden Pendola
AP Physics 1: Algebra-Based
Game Development
Key Club

Wyatt Peterie
English 3

Jace Petrutsas
Journalism: Yearbook

Jackson Powell
AP United States History
Honors Algebra 2/Trigonometry
Honors Mandarin 3
Chinese Club
Sacraments, Morality, and Justice

Joseph Prieur
Faithful Fellas

Leo Ramirez
Band

Ewan Randles
The Roundup

Aidan Raymond
English 3

Nestor Resendiz
Physics

Jack Reynolds
AP Statistics
Jesuit Key Club

Alexander Roberts
Anime Club

Max Sabogal
Student Council Award

Cooper Smith
United States History

Nic Straffon
Algebra 2/Trigonometry

Brannon Suchala
Chinese Club

Royce Szarzynski
Music Theory

Eli Trauner
The Entrepreneurship Club

Ian Vicens
Medical Society

Carter Weiss
American Invitational Mathematics Exam: Top Scoring Junior

AP Calculus BC
Chamber Orchestra
Honors Java

Thomas Westerman
Men’s Chorus

Thomas White
Stagecraft

Benjamin Woodard
The Roundup

Jack Yeskie
AP Physics1: Algebra-Based

Conclusion

As the Juniors conclude their school year, they become the leaders of the school, and they were given the coveted senior courtyard after the convocation. Congratulations to all recipients of awards!

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