Minutes from the May 19 Parents Club Meeting

Certificates for Excellence in Instrumental Music

Excellence in Jazz Band: Brian Flanagan, Andrew Beaule, Mary Sopelak

Excellence in Concert Band: John Sullivan, John Fitzpatrick

Excellence in Wind Ensemble: Kathleen Williamson, Luke Pelton

Excellence in A.P. Music Theory: William Reed

Excellence in String Ensemble: Noelle Bellefleur, Molly Berning, Sharon Grimshaw

Certificates for Excellence in Theater

Outstanding Leadership in Theater: Kathleen Williamson, Kristen Wieber

Outstanding Performance: Kate Wagner, Stephanie Frazao

Outstanding Achievement in Technical Theater and Performance: Brandon Marshall, Noelle Bellefleur

Certificates for Excellence in Dance

Excellence in Dance Repertory: Emelie Buell, Amanda Perrotti

Excellence in Introduction to Dance: Jessica Gioia, Patrice Hubert

Special Awards

Chosen by the Faculty and Administration;

the following awards are presented to members of the Junior and Senior classes who meet the requirements of the colleges and universities contributing these awards.
WHEELOCK COLLEGE BOOK AWARD: To a Junior who has demonstrated a commitment to working with children. Mara Gauger

LE MOYNE COLLEGE AWARD: To a Junior who has made significant contributions in academics, leadership and service to school and to the community at large: Na Rae Shin

SAINT MICHAEL’S COLLEGE BOOK AWARD: To Juniors who have demonstrated academic excellence, a member of the National Honor Society and has shown a commitment to community service through Northwest Catholic and its community. Caitlin Kearns; John Hug

SMITH COLLEGE BOOK AWARD: To a Junior girl who exemplifies academic achievement, leadership qualities, and concern for others: Nicole Milewski


ST. ANSELM COLLEGE BOOK AWARD: To a member of the Junior class who has shown excellent academic achievement and is actively involved in school and/or community activities. Brooke Denver


TRINITY COLLEGE BOOK AWARD: To a Junior for outstanding academic achievement. Kylie Steadman
WELLESLEY COLLEGE BOOK AWARD: To a Junior girl who has demonstrated intellectual curiosity and excellence in scholarship and who exemplifies the motto: “not to be served, but to serve.” Kristen Bachteler

GETTYSBURG BOOK AWARD: To a member of the Junior class who has distinguished him/herself in the

study of U.S.History. John Whiting

FAIRFIELD UNIVERSITY BOOK AWARD: To a Junior in the top 10% of the class, active in school and/or community, with leadership qualities and a sense of concern and responsibility in the community.

Emily Schwartz

REGIS COLLEGE BOOK AWARD: To a Junior girl who displays outstanding academic promise and demonstrates strong written and oral communication skills. Jessica Di Francesco
UNIVERSITY OF MIAMI BOOK AWARD: To a Junior who demonstrates outstanding academic achievement and a commitment to Northwest Catholic High School.

Kaela Paternoster
COLLEGE OF THE ELMS BOOK AWARD: To a Junior for outstanding academic achievement. Bridget Kiley

COLLEGE OF THE HOLY CROSS BOOK AWARD: To a Junior who demonstrates outstanding scholarship, personal qualities and evidences strong concern for school and community. Maura Graham
BRYANT UNIVERSITY: To a Junior who ranks in the top 10% of the class, pursues a challenging curriculum and who demonstrates involvement: Ryan Dowd
SALVE REGINA: To a Junior who has demonstrated academic achievement and a commitment to NWC.

Mary Sopelak
YALE BOOK AWARD: To a Junior who demonstrates

qualities of leadership, effective teamwork, organizational abilities and who ranks in the top 10%–15% of the class: Nicole Boucher

GEORGE EASTMAN/UNIVERSITY OF ROCHESTER YOUNG LEADERS AWARD: Given to a Junior who exhibited strong leadership skills and high academic achievement. Maura Graham

UNIVERSITY OF ROCHESTER FREDERICK DOUGLASS and SUSAN B. ANTHONY AWARD in HUMANITIES AND SOCIAL SCIENCE: Given to a
Junior who has exhibited strong leadership skills and high academic achievement in the humanities and social sciences. Jessica Di Francesco
XEROX AWARD FOR INNOVATION AND INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY: To a Junior for outstanding achievement in the pursuit of innovative approaches and appreciation of the possibilities of technology. Mary Sopelak
BAUSCH & LOMB SCIENCE AWARD: To a Junior for outstanding academic achievement and intellectual promise. Nicole Boucher
RENSSELAER AWARD PAUL AND KATHLEEN SEVERINO FUTURE LEADERS: To a Sophomore for excellence in mathematics and science, who is a leader in the school and community. Devon Soucier
RENSSELAER AWARD: To a Junior who has displayed outstanding achievement in Math and Science. Na Rae Shin

ARTISTIC AND COMMUNICATION AWARDS are given to students who have distinguished themselves in activities and publications at Northwest Catholic.
DIANE T. WELDON AWARD: To a senior who has been recognized for outstanding achievement in the performing arts and/or creative writing. Catherine Barton

CONNECTICUT ASSOCIATION OF SCHOOLS ARTS AWARD: To students in the fine arts who have demonstrated a talent and passion for creative expression. Christopher Brown; Celina Marquis

DRAMATEUR AWARD: In memory of David Lenz ’87, for cooperation and dedication in the pursuit of excellence in dramatic arts. Jasmine Clayton