Congratulations on the good work! During the Sophomore Awards Convocation, held on Wednesday, May 22, St. John's honored members of the Class of 2026 for outstanding achievement in leadership, academics, co-curricular activities, and athletics.
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J. Peter Frates III '03 Scholarship Award
Sawyer Cheverie received the J. Peter Frates III '03 scholarship, which was established in 2013 through the generosity of Prep alumni and parents who wanted to recognize Pete's contributions to St. John's and to the greater community. Pete serves as an inspiration to many, raising awareness about ALS. The J. Peter Frates III '03 Scholarship provides an annual award to a sophomore who models Peter's passion and enthusiasm for the Prep, has an incredible work ethic, is supportive of his peers, is a leader, and someone who encourages all to be their best. We are fortunate that Pete's father, John '76, and mother, Nancy, were here to present the award.
Fr. Tony Penna Scholarship Award
Christian Norena recevied the Fr. Tony Penna Award. The Fr. Tony Penna Award—awarded today for the first time— honors a special teacher, mentor, and 2022 Prep Hall of Honor inductee. Fr. Tony Penna arrived at St. John’s Prep in 1978, shortly after being ordained a priest, to join the campus ministry staff. His lasting impact on the school is immeasurable. Staff and alumni alike speak to Fr. Tony’s thoughtful, relatable message of the Gospel and his ability to make folks feel like they are the most important person in the room. In his time at the Prep, Fr. Tony always made himself available to others without asking for anything in return. The Penna Fund provides tuition assistance to a qualified St. John's Prep Sophomore who demonstrates Fr. Tony's spirit of gratitude, sincerity, and authenticity in his everyday life.
Brother Stephen and Brother Francis Award
Andrew McManmon received the Brother Stephen and Brother Francis Award. This award honors two Xaverian Brothers who were responsible for the legacy of Xaverian education in the United States. As the young congregation faced challenges, the General Superior was forced to call the first Brothers back to Europe. Brother Stephen and Brother Francis remained behind and persevered in their ministry to serve the Church in Louisville. They inspired others through their leadership and commitment to life of faith, service and education. Soon other men joined the Congregation and the work of Stephen and Francis. Through the establishment of this award, the St. John’s community honors one student in each grade who follows the example of Brothers Stephen and Francis through his zeal, compassion, humility, trust and simplicity as he commits himself to excellence and falling in love with the service of God in the midst of the Prep community.
Campus Ministry Award
Andrew Leedham received the Campus Service Ministry Award. It is presented to a member of the class who has consistently and authentically participated in Campus Ministry events throughout their time at the Prep and who embodies the mission of Campus Ministry and St. John's by engaging with the community and demonstrating what it means to be a person of faith and action.
Academic Awards
Academic Excellence
Zachary Bezanson
William Bochnak
Julian Tavarez
Edward Acworth
Jacob Cranson
Leo Emerson
Jonah Greenblatt
Noah Lear
Andrew Leedham
Benjamin Shore
Christopher Sorrenti
Nicholas Sorrenti
Maddox Speciale
Ethan Waszkelewicz
Ryan Yu
Religious Studies Medals
Mason Beaudoin
Andrew Budrow
Ahmir Hykel
Joshua Isidro
Andrew McManmon
Alexander Sideridis
English Medals
John Budrow
Lukas Cleary
Luke Horenstein
Rowan King
Walter Malin
Benjamin Masterson
Mathematics Medals
Carter Hoekstra
Cooper Hosmer
Thomas Randall
Wesley Ross
Gavin Strongosky
Cameron Taylor
Science Medals
John Budrow
John Cahill
Ryan Graham
Jeff Hobgood
Ryan MacKeen
Ethan Stefanovich
Social Studies Medals
Christopher Angelakis
Jackson Camp
Breccan Curran
Wade Evitts
Omar Habbouche
Isaac Sidmore
Computer Science Medals
Michael Dorsey
Gabriel Ivanovna
Matthew Lannan
Philip Maestranzi
Chinese Medals
Patrick Kaminski
Benjamin Masterson
Brendan McCarthy
German Medals
Jakob Blanchette
Kian DeAngelus
Bohan Minogue
Latin Medals
Mason Beaudoin
John Kaloutas
Finn McCabe
Spanish Medals
Joseph Eberhart
John Galvin
David Maloney
Matthew Nazzaro
Hispanohablante Sobresaliente Award
Christian Norena
Art 2-D Medals
William Crawford
Ryan Ofilos
Art 3-D Medals
Tyler Burke
Nicholas Samra
Drama Medals
Jakob Blanchette
Wade W. Evitts
Music Medals
Christopher Angelakis
Isaac Sidmore
Co-Curricular Awards
Aviation Club: Michael Dorsey
Aviation Club: Luke Mailhot
Ceramics Club: James Minor
Civics Debate Club: Matthew Polito
Drama Guild: Brendan Lovell
Drama Guild: Ming Pineiro
Environmental Club: Edward Acworth
German Club: Kian DeAngelus
Greek & Latin Club: Thomas Wakelin
High School String Ensemble: Nicholas Vogel
History Club: Jeremiah McCarthy
High School Investment Club: Cameron Taylor
Jewish Student Union: Jacob Cranson
Liturgical Music Ministry: Michael Dorsey
Math Team: Samuel Beebee
Mock Trial: Wade Evitts
Music Tech Club: Samuel Kelly
Music Tech Club: Ming Pineiro
Outdoor Adventure Club: Gavin Strongosky
Philosophy Club: Matthew Langton
Photography Club: Gavin White
Spanish Club: Lukas Cleary
Spire Brass: William Bochnak
Yearbook Club: Christopher Angelakis
Athletic Awards
Varsity Sailing MVP: Jack Morgan
Varsity Tennis MVP: John DeAngelis
Baseball Coach's Award: Joseph Bonavita
Basketball Coach's Award: Tristan McDaniels
Crew Coach's Award: William Clark
Cross Country Coach's Award: Liam Mahoney
Fencing Coach's Award: Nicholas Samra
Football Coach's Award: Pierson Scala
Golf Coach's Award: Jack Carew
Ice Hockey Coach's Award: Luke Horenstein
Lacrosse Coach's Award: Samuel Pruell
Mountain Biking Coach's Award: Edward Acworth
Rugby Coach's Award: Jordan Colon
Sailing Coach's Award: Jeremiah McCarthy
Skiing Coach's Award: Owen McLain
Soccer Coach's Award: Ryan Levis
Spring Track & Field: Andrew McManmon
Swimming & Diving Coach's Award: Wesley Ross
Tennis Coach's Award: Benjamin Shore
Ultimate Disc Coach's Award: Evan Foley
Volleyball Coach's Award: Matthew Nazzaro
Water Polo Coach's Award: Carson Sullivan
Winter & Field Track Coach's Award: Ahmir Hykel
Wrestling Coach's Award: James Lally