Upper School Prize Day 2020
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UPPER SCHOOL
​PRIZE DAY 2020

BLOOMFIELD HILLS, MI
THE 169TH ANNUAL RECOGNITION OF
​PRIZES, AWARDS AND CERTIFICATES
Opening Remarks
Linda Kozler
Director of Girls Education
​Upper School Director

​​HONOR AND GLORY TO GOD ALONE!

Leadership Awards

The All-School Representative for the 2020-2021 school year, voted by the students and ratified by the faculty is Rebecca Fite.

​We extend a special debt of gratitude for vital leadership to this year’s All-School Representative, Hannah Kakos.
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REBECCA FITE

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HANNAH KAKOS

The following students are recognized for outstanding service and leadership as Class Representatives to the Student Council this year:
  • Senior Class: Charlotte Scott
  • Junior Class: Emilia Filak
  • Sophomore Class: Mary Grace Lehmkuhl
  • Freshman Class: Dianna Kucy
The following students are recognized for their leadership and service as Class Officers this year:
Class Presidents     
  • Senior Class: Shea Henderson
  • Junior Class: Reagan Beatty
  • Sophomore Class: Angelina Kakos
  • Freshman Class: Jade Horcoff
Class Vice Presidents
  • Senior Class: Kate Myers
  • Junior Class: Olivia Tosto
  • Sophomore Class: Ella Squire
  • Freshman Class: Lilah Chow
Additional leadership opportunities and recognition have been presented to the following students:
  • The Hugh O’Brien Youth Leadership Nominees are Keeli Coyne and Fiona Kiefer.
  • Selected to return to the Hugh O’Brien Youth Leadership Program as a counselor is Rebecca Fite.
  • The Michigan Youth Leadership (MYLEAD) Leadership Nominee is Natalia Pinto.
  • The Telluride Association Sophomore Seminar Nominee is MaiLan Daniels.
  • The Telluride Association Junior Seminar Nominees are Reagan Beatty, Emilia Filak, Caroline Krause, Catherine Lehmkuhl, Olivia Morreale and Bianca Shaya.
  • The University of Rochester, George Eastman Young Leaders Award in recognition of outstanding academic achievement and leadership is presented to Reagan Beatty.
  • The Wells College 21st Century Leadership Award Nominee for her spirit of integrity, intelligence and leadership qualities is Emilia Filak.​
​Outstanding Group Leader Award

The Outstanding Group Leader Award, voted on by only the students, is presented to Hannah Kakos.
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Visual & Performing Arts Awards

  • The following students were recognized with a Scholastic Art Award:
    • ​Gillian Donoghue - Gold Key, Silver Key
    • Katerina Jonna - Silver Key, Honorable Mention
    • Avery McNally - Honorable Mention
    • Allison Passejna - Gold Key, Honorable Mention
  • The Rising Star is awarded to a new student in our Performing Arts Program who has shown commitment, skills and passion for theatre and speech throughout the year. This year’s Rising Star Awards are presented to Mia Tosto and Megan Quakenbush.
  • The Spotlight Award is given to the student in the Performing Arts Program who has shown outstanding leadership, support, and talent in both the speech and theatre programs. This year’s Spotlight Awards are presented to Catherine Lehmkuhl and Natalia Pinto.
  • The Renaissance Award is given to the student whose outstanding talents span Art, Music, Theatre and Speech. This year’s Renaissance Awards are presented to Sofia DeSanto and Olivia Burg.
Gold Key Awarded Scholastic Art

Service Awards

Recognitions
  • The following students are recognized and thanked for their commitment to the Sacred Heart and University of Detroit Jesuit High School Focus:HOPE Committee: Catherine Lehmkuhl, Macklyn Mergel, Julia Nafso, Marisa Nafso.
  • The University of Dayton’s Leadership in Service Scholarship Nominees are Alexandra Knight and Macklyn Mergel.
  • The National Society Daughters of the American Revolution Good Citizen’s Award Nominee is Samantha Lang.

Awards
  • The Bloomfield Youth Assistance, Youth in Service Award is presented to Rebecca Fite.
  • The Society of St Vincent De Paul, Frederick Ozanam High School Service Award is presented to Julia Nafso.
  • The Dorothy Day Peace and Social Justice Award is presented to Ella Jacobs.
  • The St. Michael's Book Award is presented to Catherine Lehmkuhl.
Sacred Heart Alumnae Service Award

For consistent responsibility and dedication to her chosen service, for her enthusiasm and for her contribution to the Community Service Program, the Academy of the Sacred Heart Alumnae Service Award for 2019-2020 is presented to Alexandra Knight.
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Athletic Awards

  • The 2020 Academy of the Sacred Heart Athlete Scholar Award is presented to Shea Henderson.
  • The 2020 Academy of the Sacred Heart Outstanding Athlete Award is presented to Annie Keating and Alexandra Knight.
  • The Michigan High School Athletic Association and Farm Bureau Insurance Scholar Athlete Award Nominees are Rose Jackson, Alexandra Knight and Lily McClafferty.
  • Recognized by the United States Equestrian Federation for her participation in the High School Equestrian Program for over 100 hours of training is Catherine Pardi​​.
  • The Catholic High School League, 2020 Scholar Athlete Award nominees for outstanding achievement in scholarship, leadership and athletics are: 
    • ​​For Basketball: Alexandra Knight
    • For Bowling: Rose Harrington
    • For Cross Country: Ella Jacobs
    • For Field Hockey: Annie Keating
    • For Golf:  Julia Nafso
    • ​For Ice Hockey: Maia Claiborne
    • For Pom/Dance: Brooke DesJardin
    • For Ski: Rose Jackson
    • ​For Volleyball: Lily McClafferty
  • The Catholic High School League, 2020 Scholar Athlete Awards are presented to:
    • For Lacrosse: Shea Henderson    
    • For Tennis: Kate Myers
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SHEA HENDERSON
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KATE MYERS
School Spirit Award

The School Spirit Award, given for outstanding loyalty and service, and voted on only by the students, is given to Ciara Dillon.
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Academic Awards

  • The Michigan Technological University Chapter of the Society of Women Engineers nominees for Certificates of Merit for excellence in mathematics and science related studies are Catherine Pardi and Catherine Lehmkuhl.
  • The Detroit Chapter of the Society of Women Engineers presents a Certificate of Merit for exemplary ability in math and science to Ella Jacobs.
  • The Madame Curie Award for Excellence, given by the Detroit Chapter of the Society of Women Engineers to the outstanding Junior student who shows exemplary ability in math and science, is awarded to Bianca Shaya.
  • The Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute Medalist, awarded to a junior who has distinguished herself in the study of mathematics and science, is Caroline Krause.
  • The University of Rochester Bausch and Lomb Honorary Science Award in recognition of outstanding achievement and intellectual promise in the field of science is presented to Olivia Tosto.
  • The University of Rochester, Frederick Douglass and Susan B. Anthony Award in recognition of outstanding commitment to social justice is awarded to Fiona Riordan.
  • The University of Rochester Xerox Award for Innovation and Information Technology is awarded to Emma Sarkisian.
  • The Calvin College Entrada Scholars Program Nominee is Myka Lee.
  • The Wofford College Scholars Program Nominee in recognition of outstanding qualities of scholarship, leadership and service is Olivia Morreale.
  • The WXYZ TV/Channel Seven’s salute to the Brightest and Best for 2020 was awarded to Catherine Pardi.
  • Nominees for the Archdiocese of Detroit Academic All-Stars for the 2019 Prep Bowl were:
    • From the Sophomore Class: Isabelle Burg, Charlotte Carozza, Marisa Nafso
    • From the Junior Class: Caroline Krause, Olivia Morreale
    • From the Senior Class: Sofia DeSanto, Shea Henderson, Ella Jacobs, Catherine Pardi

Sacred Heart Scholarships

​Mater Merit Scholarship
In honor of Virginia Kratage Antakli ’56, the Virginia Antakli Mater Merit Scholarship is given to a junior who models the attributes of Mater Admirabilis and the Goals and Criteria of Sacred Heart education. The junior class votes for the student they believe most possesses the virtues of Mater: a faith-centered life with demonstrated attributes of prayer, service and academic diligence. This year, we are pleased to present this award to Reagan Beatty.
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Wansboro Merit Scholarship
Each year a Wansboro Merit Scholarship is awarded a student in the junior class who best exemplifies the aspirations for all Sacred Heart students. It is based on academic achievement, service to others, and loyalty to Sacred Heart. This year, we are pleased that this award is presented to Avery McNally.
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Class Valedictorians & Salutatorian

Academy of the Sacred Heart is proud to recognize two Valedictorians, Sofia DeSanto and Catherine Pardi, and Salutatorian Shea Henderson from the Class of 2020. ​
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SOFIA DESANTO
Valedictorian

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CATHERINE PARDI
Valedictorian

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SHEA HENDERSON
Salutatorian

Book Awards

Book Awards are presented by colleges and universities to recognize exceptional high school students who may ultimately choose to further their studies at that institution. In addition to a book, recipients often qualify for application fee waivers and scholarships. The following book awards are given to outstanding students. Actual books/awards will be presented to these students in the fall.​
  • The Bryn Mawr Book Award is presented to Emilia Filak.
  • The Dartmouth Alumni Club Book Award is awarded to Olivia Morreale.
  • The George Washington University Book Award is presented to Avery McNally.
  • The Harvard University Book Award is presented to Caroline Krause.
  • The Johns Hopkins University Book Award is awarded to Bianca Shaya.
  • The Presidential Book Award, sponsored by Kenyon College, is awarded to Allison Passejna.
  • The Mt. Holyoke Book Award is awarded to Rebecca Fite.
  • The Villanova University Book Award is awarded to Catherine Lehmkuhl.

Lifers

The essence of being a "Lifer" at Academy of the Sacred Heart is growing up as a Child of the Sacred Heart in each season of childhood, from PreK through graduation. A longstanding Prize Day tradition is for Lifers to reflect on their collective wisdom and memories from their time in Primary, Lower School, Middle School for Girls and the Upper School.

Course Prizes

Faculty members have identified the following students for prizes, a 200-year tradition that began in the earliest of Sacred Heart schools. In former days, prizes usually consisted of books; now, they are often certificates. A student may be recognized by a faculty member for a number of reasons, including effort, improvement, and high achievement. 
  • Elizabeth Abbott - Elements of Faith & Scripture
  • Chloe Antakli - Intermediate Art, Emotional Wellness, Moral Living
  • Evelyn Baker-Moore - Spanish 2, Physical Wellness
  • Reagan Beatty - Honors Physics
  • Alivia Bennett - Elements of Faith & Scripture
  • Arianna Breyer - Economics
  • Isabelle Burg - Honors Chemistry, Computer Graphics, Spanish 3, World History, English 10
  • Olivia Burg - AP English Lit, Social Wellness, SCG Club
  • Sydney Burnett - Physics
  • Charlotte Carozza - Honors Chemistry, Computer Graphics, Spanish 3, English 10
  • Theresa Chammas - Moral Living
  • Lilah Chow - Intro to Robotics, English 9, Spanish 1
  • Rayla Clemons - Major Authors, Neuropsychology, Adv Chemistry
  • Maia Claiborne - Adv Biology, Intro to Psychology, Hon Anatomy & Physiology, Project Term
  • Keeli Coyne - Geometry, Chemistry, Spanish 2, World History, English 10
  • MaiLan Daniels - Intermediate Art
  • Gia Derocher - Elements of Faith & Scripture
  • Sofia DeSanto - Linear Algebra, AP English Lit, Adv Chemistry, Spanish 4, Senior Independent Project, Speak Out, SCG Club, Project Term
  • Brooke DesJardin - Precalculus, Intro to Psychology
  • Ciara Dillon - U.S History, Yearbook, Forensic Science
  • Gillian Donoghue - Honors Physics, Adv Art
  • Allison Drake - Algebra 2, Physics, Spanish 3, Intellectual Wellness
  • Victoria Eddy - Clay 1 and 2, Independent Artistic Study
  • Fiona Feeny - Spanish 1
  • Emilia Filak - Genetics
  • Rebecca Fite - Honors American Lit, U.S. Government, Economics, Spanish 4
  • Jordan Freeman - Precalculus, Hon Anatomy & Physiology, SCG Club, Project Term
  • Sydney Gatland - Forensic Science
  • Amanda Griffin - American Lit
  • Annabel Hardenburgh - Young Americans Extended Solo
  • Alexis Harman - Physics, Yearbook, Spanish 3
  • Rose Harrington - Calculus, Women in Lit, French 5
  • Shea Henderson - Creative Writing, AP English Lit, Spanish 5, Social Wellness
  • Tamir Hill - Creative Writing, Spanish 5, Spiritual Crossroads, SCG Club
  • Jade Horcoff - Honors Biology, Spanish 2, Foundations in Art
  • Eve Jackson - Intro to Robotics, Foundations in Art
  • Olivia Jackson - Algebra 2
  • Rose Jackson - Forensic Science, SCG Club
  • Ella Jacobs - Major Authors, Neuropsychology, Adv Biology, Spanish 5, SCG Club
  • Chelsea Johnson - Chemistry, Spanish 2, Moral Living
  • Katerina Jonna - Adv Art, Project Term
  • Angelina Kakos - Honors Chemistry
  • Hannah Kakos - Adv Chemistry, Adv Biology
  • Grace Kasselmann - Biology, Digital Lit
  • Annie Keating - Adv Chemistry, Adv Biology, SCG Club, Project Term
  • Amanda Kelley - Intro to Psychology
  • Katherine Kelly - Algebra I, Physical Wellness
  • Fiona Kiefer - Economics, Spanish 3, Service/Social Justice, English 10
  • Alexandra Knight - AP Calculus, Adv Chemistry, Adv Biology, Hon Anatomy & Physiology, Spiritual Crossroads, Service/Social Justice​

  • Caroline Krause - Honors Precalculus, Economics, French 3, AP U.S. History
  • Dianna Kucy - Honors Biology, Foundations in Art, Physical Wellness
  • Samantha Lang - AP English Lit, Women in Lit, Neuropsychology, Project Term
  • Aiyan Lanker - Women in Lit, Intro to Psychology
  • Lola Larson - Service, Social Justice
  • Sierra Larson - Yearbook, Forensic Science
  • Myka Lee - Christian Social Justice
  • Catherine Lehmkuhl - Honors American Lit, U.S. Government, Web Design, AP U.S. History, Spanish 3, Christian Social Justice, Service/Social Justice
  • Mary Grace Lehmkuhl - Honors Algebra 2, Honors Chemistry, Spanish 2, Intermediate Art, Emotional Wellness
  • Olivia Mackley - Creative Writing, French 5
  • Elyse Martel - Honors Geometry, Honors Biology, Digital Lit, Spanish 1
  • Abby Mayer - Elements of Faith & Scripture
  • Lily McClafferty - Calculus, Adv Chemistry, Social Wellness
  • Louise McCready - Forensic Science, SCG Club
  • Bella McHugh - U.S. Government, French 4, Intellectual Wellness, Christian Social Justice, SCG Club, Project Term
  • Katherine McHugh - Algebra I, Intro to Robotics, Foundations in Art
  • Avery McNally - French 4, AP U.S. History, Adv Art, Intellectual Wellness
  • Macklyn Mergel - Creative Writing, Hon Anatomy & Physiology, Service/Social Justice, Project Term
  • Grace Micale - Advisement
  • Olivia Morreale - Honors American Lit, Spanish 4, AP U.S. History, SCG Club
  • Kate Myers - Women in Lit, Neuropsychology, Genetics, Social Wellness
  • Julia Nafso - Web Design, Spanish 5, Project Term
  • Marisa Nafso - Economics, Spanish 3, Emotional Wellness
  • Kylie Neuman - Spanish 1, English 9
  • Evelyn Nye-Brothers - Honors Geometry, Intermediate Art
  • Catherine Pardi - Adv Chemistry, Prob, Stats & Trig., Adv Biology, Senior Independent Project, SCG Club, Project Term
  • Allison Passejna - Honors Precalculus, Economics, Project Term
  • Caroline Plagens - Project Term
  • Natalia Pinto - Genetics, French 3, English 10
  • Aarushi Prasad - Chemistry, Intermediate Art
  • Megan Quakenbush - Biology, Digital Lit, Spanish 1
  • Haneefa Raza - English 9
  • Fiona Riordan - U.S. Government, Physics
  • Sofia Roselli - Elements of Faith & Scripture
  • Emma Sarkisian - Spanish 2, Intermediate Art
  • Charlotte Scott - Genetics, Spanish 5, Hon Anatomy & Physiology
  • Bianca Shaya - Honors American Lit, Honors Physics, Spanish 4, AP U.S. History
  • Noor Simon - Yearbook, French 2
  • Ella Squire - Geometry, Chemistry, French 2
  • Jada Thomas - Intellectual Wellness, Christian Social Justice
  • Alexia Torres Garcia - American Lit, U.S. History
  • Mia Tosto - Intro to Robotics
  • Olivia Tosto - Economics, Yearbook
  • Kasimira Wagerson - Prob, Stats & Trig
  • Ilye Wallace - World History, English 10
  • Abigail Ward - Senior Independent Project
  • Paige Webber - Computer Graphics
  • Natalie Wernette - Physics, Project Term

College Acceptances

​Members of the Class of 2020 were accepted to the following colleges and universities across the country. Students reported scholarship offers recognizing their academics, service, leadership, and athleticism. These awards total over $3.6 million.

Goal Awards

The Goals and their associated Criteria articulate the essence of a Sacred Heart school in the United States and Canada. The commitment to educate to these five Goals defines a Sacred Heart school and binds it in a common mission to the other 23 Network Sacred Heart Schools. Seniors, identified by the faculty, who best exemplify these Goals are now recognized.
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TAMIR HILL
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Goal I
A personal and active faith in God.

CATHERINE PARDI
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Goal II
A deep respect for intellectual values.

ALEXANDRA KNIGHT
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Goal III
A social awareness which impels to action.
OLIVIA BURG
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Goal IV
The building of community as a Christian value.

SAMANTHA LANG
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Goal V
Personal growth in an atmosphere of wise freedom.
Sacred Heart Award

​In 1991 when their daughter, Claudia, died suddenly, the Bellaimey family, whose daughters attended the Academy in the 1970s, wanted to do something special in her memory. They chose to honor Claudia by creating an award that celebrates the graduating student who best exemplifies the Goals and Criteria and to make something tangible to pass on from recipient to recipient each year. 

Mrs. Bellaimey, whose family made stained glass windows for a hundred and fifty years in Detroit, designed and made the stained glass hanging depicting hands of the world's races – our Sacred Heart Network – reaching up toward God, but equally reaching down to help the littlest among us. The graduating senior who receives the Sacred Heart Award takes it with her to college, and, when asked about it, can tell the story of her Sacred Heart education.
Traditionally, the previous year's recipient returns to address the Upper School on Prize Day. Last year's recipient, Juliana Taylor, would like to share this reflection with you and the Class of 2020.
This year, the Sacred Heart Award is presented to Sofia DeSanto. Congratulations, Sofia.
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Closing Remarks
Damian Hermann
​Head of School

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