More than 400 seniors graduated from five Catholic high schools in the Diocese of Little Rock in 2016.
When Elizabeth Warren was assisting at a church camp two summers ago, she knew exactly what to say and do for a fourth-grade girl who confided in her about the fights her parents had and the abuse she endured. “I had this huge emotion come over me because I had my life story coming back to me,” Warren said. “At 16 years old, I looked and said, ‘I have been through the same thing and you More...
Jarrod Brown didn’t know what he was in for when he arrived at Subiaco Academy as a seventh-grader. As a new graduate, he doesn’t know what he would have done without it. “I’m thankful for the opportunity,” he said. “I originally didn’t plan on ever going to the Academy, but in sixth grade I decided I needed a better opportunity to learn.” “I have to say, I really liked the closeness of everyone at the school. We More...
When Monroe McKay crossed Catholic High’s threshold four years ago, it added to the lineage of brotherhood experienced there by so many over the years. “It’s hard to explain,” he said. “It’s amazing to see a bunch of high school kids come together and develop traits of character and integrity.” McKay, a member of Christ the King Church in Little Rock, recites these attributes in tones reserved for those who have seen them in action. During a More...
Trey Hickey, 18, is happiest when he can relax. One of his favorite places to unwind is Lake Conway, sitting beside his dad, Mike, wetting a line. “One thing my dad and I like to do is go fishing,” Hickey said, saying it’s “peaceful.” “The other day I actually caught a turtle on a cricket (fishing lure). We just let it go back. I remember when we were up in Yellville I caught a big gar.” The More...
Katie Zakrzewski doesn’t know what she wants to do with her life. Right now she is thinking about being an archaeologist. She has also pondered being a nurse, a writer or Sister of Mercy. Because of her faith, she isn’t worried. “Things seem to come together on their own. I know who controls my future,” she said. “I know things will turn out all right.” Zakrzewski credits her semester-long service project during her junior year at Mount More...
St. Joseph High School graduation was held May 15 in the church in Conway. Pastor Father John Marconi was the speaker. The co-valedictorians were Sarah Beth Briggler, Landon Bryan Bruich and Mary Rose Siebenmorgen. The co-saluatorians were Brianna Ann Covington and Tia Marie Massa. Covington, daughter of George and Brandi Covington, will be attending the University of Central Arkansas. Marie Massa, daughter of Steve and Kendra Massa, will be attending the U.S. Air Force Academy. Other graduates are: Mollie More...
Catholic High School graduation was held May 27 on the school’s Roy Davis Field in Little Rock. The master of ceremony was Drake Palmer Enderlin. The speakers were Jack Thornton Russell and Justin Michael Stevens. The valedictorian was Ryan Lewis Pohlkamp and the salutatorian was Jackson Matthew Allen. Allen, son of Blair and Katherine Allen, plans to study biology at the University of Arkansas. Other graduates are: Peyton Anthony Adams Parker Hayden Addison David William Anderson Edom Simon Araya Ian Michael Bacic Colton More...
Msgr. Lawrence Frederick, Mount St. Mary Academy’s chaplain, was the graduation speaker for Mount St. Mary Academy May 26 at the Statehouse Convention Center. The valedictorian was Katherine Oglesby. The salutatorian was Darcey Collins, daughter of Angie and Coo Collins. She plans to study forestry and surveying at Mississippi State University. Other graduates are: Hannah Rogers Austin Kathryn Kennedy Barrett Bridget Ann Betts Janna Claire Fitzgerald Bishop Kathleen Virginia Black Lexus Brettell McKenzie Lea Bridges Annalyce Marie Briggler Brooke Victoria Buckner Hailey Nicole Bunda Anna Clare Burnett Darby More...
On Sunday, May 15, the Sacred Heart High School graduation was held in the church. The graduation speakers were the valedictorian, Nicholas Hoelzeman, and the salutatorian, Chloe Andrews. Andrews, daughter of Allen and Natalie Andrews; plans to study English at the University of Central Arkansas. Other graduates are: Alexa Andrews Lindsey Bean Madeline Beck Matthew Beck Drew Bostian Zachary Briggler Wyatt Burgener Adam Cambiano Katherine Green Stephen Maus Cody McMillan Emily Poole Lucas Riedmueller Taylor Usery Elizabeth Warren Joshua Warren Scott Wiedower More...
Vincent Tate, Subiaco Academy Class of 1986, was the commencement speaker at Subiaco Academy May 14. The baccalaureate Mass was held in St. Benedict Church followed by the graduation in the inner courtyard. The valedictorian was Kangkyu Kim of Seoul, South Korea. The salutatorian was Nicholas Ryan Langston of Fort Smith. He is the son of Lori and Bob Langston and plans to study mathematics/computer science at the University of Tulsa. Other graduates are: Jakob Bergen Mitchell Berry Joseph Blaschke Eric More...
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