St. Barnabas School Recognizes the Achievements of the Class of 2026

St. Barnabas School is proud to recognize its 100th graduating class. The 58 accomplished graduates of the Class of 2026 will expand their horizons at 11 different high schools: Air Force Academy, Brother Rice, Culver Academies, Evergreen Park, Marian Catholic, Marist, Mother McAuley, Mount Carmel, St. Ignatius, St. Laurence, and St. Rita. The class has received a notable 60 scholarships from their respective high schools.

On Wednesday, May 27, we welcomed the 8th-grade students, parents, and guardians to a reception and Honors Celebration. This evening recognized student participation across a range of school clubs, sports, and activities, and awarded students who have demonstrated exemplary achievement during their time at St. Barnabas School. 

SCHOLARSHIP RECOGNITION

The parish and school auxiliary groups, along with the school administration, proudly presented scholarship awards to students who have demonstrated remarkable accomplishments.

The St. Barnabas Award, sponsored by St. Barnabas School

The St. Barnabas Award, presented to one student, is our highest honor. This student has consistently lived out our Root Beliefs, modeling faith, kindness, empathy, inclusivity, and commitment to academics.

Congratulations to Mary Herber

The Elaine Gaffney Scholarship, sponsored by The School Advisory Board

Scholarship awards are presented to one boy and one girl. Recipients are students who have demonstrated exceptional leadership and courage during their time at St. Barnabas.

Congratulations to Adam Davis and Quinn Griffin

Bishop Goedert Scholarship, sponsored by The Athletic Board

Scholarship awards are presented to one boy and one girl who have consistently demonstrated integrity, respect, and fair play in both the classroom and athletic field. 

Congratulations to Cedrick Cerant and Erin Miles

Kevin G. Barron Continuing Catholic Education Scholarship, sponsored by The Men’s Club

Scholarship awards are presented to three students in recognition of their exemplary work on the Men’s Club Essay Contest detailing what their faith means to them and the impact of a Catholic education.
Congratulations to Flannery McGowan (1st Place), Quinn Griffin (2nd Place), and Erin Miles (3rd Place)

ACADEMIC RECOGNITION
Gold Honor Cord Recognition was presented to 22 students for their Academic Distinction. These students have achieved 90% or above on their 8th Grade iReady Diagnostics Exams and received A’s in all core subjects:

Academic Distinction in English and Math: Liam Flood, Quinn Griffin, Mary Herber, Marielle Jones, Audrey Lunkes, Ailish McGill, Flannery McGowan, Finnegan McNerney, Katelyn Oswald, and Sofia van der Velde

Academic Distinction in English: Cedrick Cerant, Zuri Jackson, and Skyler Payton

Academic Distinction in Math: Nathan Burke, Addyson Burton, Lauren Byrd, Sasha Chatz, Emily Hilburger, James Marzano, Charles McCarihan, Jacob Pearson and Paxton Polanek

Our faculty recognized six students for exceptional achievement in their classes: Mary Herber (English), Finnegan McNerney (Math), Zuri Jackson (Social Studies), Flannery McGowan (Science), Larissa Krabbe (Spanish), and Skyler Payton (Art).

The Growth and Grit Award recognized students who have consistently demonstrated academic perseverance: Koby Bailey, Chloe Bojan, Owen Carson, Mia Collado, Daniel Dennihan, Vendela Feeney, Channing Hill, Bailee Jackson, Larissa Krabbe, Lola Martirena, Nora Murrihy, Paxton Polanek, Olive Reichard, John Sales and Gabriel Wills

ACTIVITY RECOGNITION
An Impact Award was presented to one student within each activity and club for their significant dedication and leadership: Mary Herber (Altar Server), Nora Murrihy (Parish Choir), Flannery McGowan (School Choir), Finn McNerney (Service), Quinn Griffiin (Student Council), Addyson Burton (Culture Club), Ailish McGill (Band), Sofia van der Velde (Readers, Writers, and Artists Association), and Marielle Jones (Theater).

SPORTS RECOGNITION

Buckeye athletes were recognized for their significant impact on our athletic community.
MVP Awards were presented for overall performance, competitive excellence, and contribution to team success throughout the season. The following student-athletes were recognized as MVPs: Cedrick Cerant (Boys Basketball), Lilly Hurd (Girls Basketball), Audrey Lunkes (Cheer), Quinn Griffin (Flag Football), Charlie McCarihan (Football), Nate Burke (Golf and Soccer), Finn McNerney (Boys Volleyball), and Julia O'Keefe (Girls Volleyball).

Coach's Awards were presented to student-athletes who exhibited outstanding character, dedication, and leadership. The award is presented to one athlete per team: Nate Burke and Finn McNerney (Boys Basketball), Giovanna Barraco and Mae Krieter (Girls Basketball), Erin Miles (Cheer), Nora Murrihy and Mae Kreiter (Flag Football), Jacob Pearson (Football), Audrey Lunkes and Jimmy Marzano (Golf), Grace McGrath and Caleb O'Kelly (Soccer), Jimmy Marzano (Boys Volleyball), Erin Miles, Sasha Chatz, and Chloe Bojan (Girls Volleyball).