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Claire McEachen '25: Student of the Week, November 12, 2024

November 12, 2024
By Archbishop Carroll High School

Claire McEachen ‘25, St. Mary’s House member and St. Luke School alumna, with Mrs. Julia Gomez

Claire is kind to all, super respectful and helpful in class and has been a true rockstar as Spanish Club President!

-Mrs. Julia Gomez

Favorite Restaurant:

My mom's kitchen

Favorite Movie:

Pride and Prejudice

Place you'd love to travel:

Santorini, Greece

Who would play you in a movie?

Kiera Knightley

What activities do you participate in?

I am a member of the Marching Band, Spanish Club, Swim Team, Military Kids’ Club, NHS, SHS, The Torch Student Newspaper, and an Eagle Scout.

What's your favorite part about being a student at Carroll?

The strong community of Carroll, the wonderful teachers, and the school’s willingness to allow faith and reason to flourish makes it a beautiful place to learn.

How should school help you succeed?

School should provide you with a firm moral, spiritual, and academic foundation on which you can become the best version of yourself and the person God is calling you to be.

What's your biggest dream in life?

My biggest dream in life is to use my writing, debating, and critical thinking skills to serve those around me and defend the most vulnerable members of society.

What's a lesson you learned when overcoming a difficult obstacle?

I have learned that true joy, peace, and understanding comes from trusting in God completely.

How do you like spending your free time?

I like to travel with my family, visit my grandma, spend time with friends, shop, and participate in any aquatic activities like swimming, snorkeling, and surfing.

Posted in Voices of Tomorrow

Leader of the Band: Sarah Nemeth ‘25 Continues Tradition of Leadership for the Marching Patriots

October 16, 2024
By Archbishop Carroll High School

Editor’s Note: This story originally appeared in the Fall 2024 issue of Reflections. Click here to read the entire magazine.

Sarah Nemeth ‘25 remembers the uneasy feeling of walking into her first marching band practice before the start of her freshman year. Coming to Archbishop Carroll High School from a middle school with just two other classmates was intimidating, but she knew she made the right decision immediately. “All the seniors and leadership were at the door with really big smiles to welcome me to the program,” Nemeth said. “I loved how welcoming and inclusive they were. That was a really big fear of mine coming into the school – not being included or knowing anybody. They made it so easy. I wanted to stay as part of that community because of the seniors.”

Now, Nemeth has her opportunity to make an impact on the next group of nervous freshmen in the marching band and throughout the school. As the Drum Major for the Marching Patriots, Nemeth embraces multiple leadership roles for the program. Everyone who watches the group perform instantly spots her as she leads the band and guard on field as the conductor from her prominent spot on an elevated platform, but her responsibilities outside of the spotlight are just as crucial to the band’s success. “You’re there to uplift your band and represent them at performances. You’re the face of the band and put forth what your band is.”

Showing up on time, staying organized, and having a positive attitude throughout the duration of the season are some of the baseline expectations for every member of the program. Learning the basics of how to march and play under the hot July sun and refining every detail of the show with precision during November’s cold are taxing endeavors. Nemeth and the rest of the student leadership team create an environment and culture that enables the group to stay focused through difficult times and win big on the field. The Marching Patriots finish near the top of their division in their performance circuit annually. During the 2023 season, the group won a regional championship in the most prestigious national circuit, Bands of America, for their competition show, Open Mic.

“They push us to be our very best selves, and that’s why we’ve done so great the previous years,” Nemeth said. “Their support, expectations, encouragement, and kindness make for a very good environment.”

Leading a group of dozens of performers is a task that requires more than one student to step up, and the faculty directors of the program ensure that all the responsibility does not fall on just one person. Carl Soucek has been the Director of Bands since 2002 and has made student leadership a foundational pillar of the program. “The value of our leadership structure is equal to, if not greater than, the music pedagogy itself,” Soucek said. “By establishing a leadership team, students are empowered to help others in a variety of ways. The leadership team is heavily involved in the instruction of fundamental music and marching skills, character development with a strong focus on integrity, and social justice. They also plan activities for team building and faith formation.”

The impact that Soucek, Assistant Director Brooke Butler ‘17, and Guard Directors Lindsey Rhule ‘20 and Taylor Fenten ‘20 make on the students inspires them to give their best effort in every rehearsal and performance of the show.

Posted in Familiar Voices

Khaeem Nickerson '25: Student of the Week, September 26, 2024

September 26, 2024
By Archbishop Carroll High School

Khaeem Nickerson ‘25, Trinity House Member and St. Luke School alumnus, with Mrs. Ann (Calderone) Bertke ’88

Khaeem has been helping a fellow student who is mobility impaired get to her classes from the third to second floor after lunch. He does this with a smile every time.

-Mrs. Ann (Calderone) Bertke '88

Favorite Restaurant:

Chipotle

Favorite Movie:

Avengers: Endgame

Place you'd love to travel:

Hawaii

What activities do you participate in?

I'm a member of the swim team, and I participate in a lot of service opportunities through Campus Ministry.

What's your favorite part about being a student at Carroll?

My favorite part of being a Carroll student is how helpful the teachers are to me.

How should school help you succeed?

School should prepare me for college, and Carroll does that for me.

What's your biggest dream in life?

I want to become a marine biologist.

What's a lesson you learned when overcoming a difficult obstacle?

I learned that you have to put in the work needed to succeed.

How do you like spending your free time?

I like to study sea creatures and watch comedies.

Posted in Voices of Tomorrow

Calvin Lachey '25: Student of the Week, September 17, 2024

September 17, 2024
By Archbishop Carroll High School

Calvin Lachey ‘25, Trinity House member, with Ms. Jamie Aubin ’06

In my Digital Photography class, Calvin has been the picture of a Carroll Patriot. He is funny and charismatic but also knows how to be professional. He has seen some classmates have trouble with various aspects of my class, and he is always willing to lend a hand and his time to help others succeed.

-Ms. Jamie Aubin '06

Favorite Restaurant:

Cracker Barrel

Favorite Movie:

No Country for Old Men

Place you'd love to travel:

Europe and Russia

What activities do you participate in?

During school, I tend to focus on my academics and don't have any extracurriculars currently, but I did greatly enjoy robotics club last year and might even consider joining badminton club this year.

What's your favorite part about being a student at Carroll?

My favorite part of being a Carroll student is the safety I feel inside the building from harm and the friendliness from other students and staff.

What's your biggest dream in life?

I want to have a family and children who I can love and develop into individuals who have the potential to brighten a darkening world.  I don't care for endless wealth or the memory of every world wonder, I simply want to give all of myself to bring those dear to me contentment.

What's a lesson you learned when overcoming a difficult obstacle?

Giving up on trial and error is the main cause of stagnation, and consistency is key to this life.

How do you like spending your free time?

In my free time, I love to experience stories, whether writing my own or reading other people's. My imagination and the escape of immersing myself in other realities is something I adore.

Posted in Voices of Tomorrow

Conner Walsh '25: Student of the Week, September 4, 2024

September 04, 2024
By Archbishop Carroll High School

Conner Walsh '25, Baltimore House, with Ms. Emily Fogus

Connor has stepped out of his shell and stepped up to the role of Family Room Captain this year. His Family Room teachers have been nothing but impressed with his ability to create and deliver engaging activities for the Family Room. He is organized, caring, and welcoming to all in our room, and he does it all with a great sense of humor. We are so proud of the growth he has shown in our room over the last four years! 

-Ms. Emily Fogus

Favorite Restaurant:

Five Guys

Favorite Movie:

The Lighthouse

Place you'd love to travel:

Vienna, Austria

Activities you participate in:

I'm part of Chess Club and plan to join Youth in Government

Favorite part of being a student at Carroll:

The best part of being a Patriot is the ability to be in connection with all other Carroll Patriots.  There are so many different types of students here, not purely surface level differences, but the innate differences in the personalities of all my peers.  Those who are outgoing, keep to themselves, have a passion for the arts, passion on the field, the thinkers, and the doers.  There is not a single person who can't find someone or something that doesn't share their interests.  It's beautiful how everyone can be true to themselves and find comfort with others who may be from completely different backgrounds and yet are so perfectly able to relate to each other.

What should school "do" for you?

What school does for me and should do for everyone else is pave the way for self-realization. School should pose challenges and questions that all students answer differently. Not as simple as asking them "What do you want to be when you grow up", but actually challenging them to achieve those aspirations. 

What's your biggest dream in life?

The biggest dream in my life is to live in the Swiss Alps, in a remote cabin in which I'm completely self-sufficient.

What's a lesson you learned when overcoming a difficult obstacle?

I learned an important lesson in my eighth grade year when I was failing all my classes.  I worked my way into passing all my classes, even excelling in many. From that, I learned that nothing was impossible, even when I'd fallen to the literal bottom. I will always still be able to see it through, to the greatest heights. 

How do you like spending your free time:

My free time is spent on hobbies. I enjoy modeling , no matter how bad I am at it, studying history and philosophy, gardening and all manners of outdoors work.

Posted in Voices of Tomorrow

Caydence Lloyd '25: Student of the Week August 27, 2024

August 27, 2024
By Archbishop Carroll High School

Caydence Lloyd ‘25, Charity House Member and St. Helen School Alumna, with Mrs. Heather (Taylor) Terbay ’98

Caydence Lloyd ws such a great leader at the freshman welcome party. She stepped up for two sweet girls who were struggling and made them feel welcome.  She has truly grown into a great leader over the past four years.

-Mrs. Heather (Taylor) Terbay '98

Favorite Restaurant:

BJ's Brewhouse

Favorite Movie:

10 Things I Hate About You

Who would you play in a movie:

Spencer from Pretty Little Liars (people say I look like her)

Place you'd love to travel:

Literally anywhere. I want to travel the world. That's part of the reason why I'm enlisting in the military.

Activities you participate in:

I am a member of Flag Patrol.

Favorite part of being a student at Carroll:

My favorite part of being a student at Carroll would have to be the positive environment that I'm in and the school spirit.

What should school "do" for you?

I think that school should make you want to learn and want to come to school because it's so much more smooth sailing when you actually enjoy your day at school.

What is a lesson you learned when overcoming a difficult obstacle?

One of the most important lessons I learned while overcoming obstacles was that everything happens for a reason.  It benefits nothing if you sulk over the issue and why it happened to you rather than accepting the obstacle, working around it, overcoming it, and moving on.

What's your biggest dream in life?

My biggest dream in life is to be the best mom to my future kids.

How do you like spending your free time:

I like to spend my free time watching Criminal Minds.

Posted in Voices of Tomorrow

Simiya Dunson '25: Student of the Week April 14, 2024

April 14, 2024
By Archbishop Carroll High School

Simiya Dunson '25, Charity House member and Holy Angels School alumna, with Ms. Samantha Bauer

Simiya participates in and outside the Carroll classroom as an active member of her community. This student shows the true essence of being a Carroll Patriot from her maturity, effort in the classroom, and her respect toward others. We as a community are very proud to call Simiya a Patriot. 

-Ms. Samantha Bauer

 

Favorite Restaurant:

Ruth's Chris

Favorite Movie:

Moana

Who would you play in a movie?

Disgust from Inside Out

Place you'd love to travel:

I'd love to travel to Germany and Barbados.

Activities you participate in:

I participate in Revolution (Carroll's Campus Ministry group), and I'm a Wrestling Stat.

What's your favorite part of being a student at Carroll?

My favorite part of being a student at Carroll is being a part of a very respectful, inclusive, and welcoming community.

What Should school “do” for you?

School should give me a positive and healthy environment to learn in while providing me with multiple resources that can help me accomplish my academic goals.

What’s a lesson you learned when you overcame a difficult obstacle?

A lesson I learned when overcoming difficult obstacles is that everything will not always come easy. You may have to work harder to find solutions, but no matter what happens, you should never give up on what you are trying to accomplish.

What’s your biggest dream in life?

My biggest dream is to become an inspiration and role model for people who may not have someone to look up to.

How do you like spending your free time?

I spend most of my free time shopping and going on road trips with my friends.

Posted in Voices of Tomorrow

Grace Brown '25: Student of the Week March 28, 2024

March 28, 2024
By Archbishop Carroll High School

Grace Brown '25, St. Anthony School Alumna and Gonzaga House Member, with Mrs. Melissa Leaman

At St. Pat's Fest, Grace really went above and beyond.  She stepped into a role that normally was for an adult on Saturday and was here for almost all day cleaning up on Sunday.  She was willing to jump in and do whatever was asked of her without complaint, and I am very thankful for her.

-Mrs. Melissa Leaman

Favorite Restaurant

Cheddars

Favorite Movie

Billy Madison

Who would play you in a movie?

Reese Witherspoon

Place you'd love to travel:

Paris

What activities do you participate in?

I am a football manager and a wrestling stat

What's your favorite part of being a student at Carroll?

Seeing the teacher's happy faces and seeing my friends and making new friends.

What should school “do” for you?

Help educate me and help me pass school and pass and get into a good college.

What’s a lesson you learned when you overcame a difficult obstacle?

To keep my head and do not let people tear me down.

What’s your biggest dream in life?

To become a lawyer and buy my mom a good house to live in.

How do you like spending your free time?

I like to play with my uncle's dog and help my grandma cook and bake. I also love to sleep.

Posted in Voices of Tomorrow

Sky Londergan '25: Student of the Week March 17, 2024

March 17, 2024
By Archbishop Carroll High School

Sky Londergan ‘25, Gonzaga House and St. Luke School alum, with Ms. Gretchen Obergefell ’19

Sky shows exemplary character both in the classroom and behind the stage. Sky gets right to work sweeping the bleachers, moving chairs, cleaning up trash, putting supplies away, and looks around and finds what needs to be completed and does it without having to ask an adult leader what needs to be done. Most people would note that all of this help is way above and beyond the job description of “stage manager,” extending responsibilities outside the stage itself by cleaning up the gym and cafeteria after performances.

Favorite Restaurant:

All the Best Deli

Favorite Movie:

Coraline

Who would play you in a movie?:

Mr. Bobinsky

Place you'd love to travel:

Utah

What activities do you participate in?

I participate in Drama Club, Muse Machine, and Latin Club


What's your favorite part of being a student at Carroll?

My favorite part about being a student at Carroll are the after school opportunities, Drama Club, and the willingness of the teachers to share stories and life advice with students.


What Should school “do” for you?

School should teach students how to problem solve and create strong educational foundations that students can use to make intelligent choices in their day to day lives. Along with that, school should offer well-rounded opportunities that encourage students to do something that fits their needs and interests.


What’s a lesson you learned when you overcame a difficult obstacle?

A lesson I’ve learned after overcoming a difficult obstacle is that as long as you take away something and learn how you can improve it next time, every obstacle is a great opportunity. After every difficult obstacle, you have to go back and pick out something you can improve on, and then execute that into the next thing you do.


What’s your biggest dream in life?

My biggest dream in life is to be dedicated and enjoy what I pursue after high school.


How do you like spending your free time?

I like spending my free time at stage crew, hanging out with friends, and listening to music.
 

Posted in Voices of Tomorrow
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Zach Tipps '25: Student of the Week March 7, 2024

March 07, 2024
By Archbishop Carroll High School

Zach Tipps '25, Trinity House member and St. Helen School Alumnus, with Mrs. Nicole Druck

Zach is always making sure others around him feel included.  He always has a smile and is friendly to everyone. Zach always invites one of our lunchroom workers with special needs to sit with his friends at lunch and includes her in their conversations.

-Mrs. Nicole Druck
 

 

Favorite Restaurant:

Chipotle

Favorite Movie:

Field of Dreams

Who would play you in a movie?

The Rock

Place you'd love to travel:

Alaska

What activities do you participate in?

I participate in golf, basketball, and baseball.

What's your favorite part of being a student at Carroll?

My favorite part of being a student at Carroll is the community around the school and the opportunities the school provides for us students.

What should school “do” for you?

School should help support my needs and challenge me to do my best.

What’s a lesson you learned when you overcame a difficult obstacle?

To keep persevering when things get tough.

What’s your biggest dream in life?

To live a great life and to be happy no matter what.

How do you like spending your free time?

Golfing with friends and meeting new people.

Posted in Voices of Tomorrow

Addison Linard '25: Student of the Week February 22, 2024

February 21, 2024
By Archbishop Carroll High School

Student of the Week Addison Linard '25, Baltimore House and St. Helen School Alumna, with Mrs. Acacia Morrell

Addison swam last year, but while participating in Color Guard, she was worried about taking on too much.  She helps me as a team manager, and has been a godsend as I do not have an assistant coach.  Addison recently told me she is now the Assistant Stage Manager for the musical this spring, too. Addison has done all this with grace even while she has faced some adversity in her life.

-Mrs. Acacia Morrell

Favorite Restaurant:

Olive Garden

Favorite Movie:

Lilo and Stitch

Who would play you in a movie?

Debbie Harry from Blondie

Place you'd love to travel:

Paris

What activities do you participate in?

I am a part of the Color Guard, the Prop Manager and Assistant Stage Manager for the musical, and I the student helper for Mrs. Morrell on the Swim Team.

What's your favorite part of being a student at Carroll?

The welcoming community and all the friends that I’ve made through my years here. I also love the inclusivity and leadership roles available to the students.

What should school “do” for you?

I think that school should teach us how to form life-long skills and friendships. We learn all the basic courses like math and science, but we also learn how to cook and manage our finances. I’ve learned how to form friendships that will last, and the friends that I’ve made have made the biggest impact on my life.

What’s a lesson you learned when you overcame a difficult obstacle?

Don’t keep doing something that you don’t absolutely love. I was on a swim team from a young age until last year, and leaving it was so amazing for my mental health. I am so excited to continue as part of the swim team as a leader while also being able to have a leadership role in the musical and be in the color guard.

What’s your biggest dream in life?

I want to have a future where I’m a famous fashion designer whose designs are shown and admired all around the world.

How do you like spending your free time?

I spend my free time making origami swans and paper flowers. I also love making sketches of all of my fashion designs.

Posted in Voices of Tomorrow

Carroll Artists Earn 14 Scholastic Art Awards

January 17, 2024
By Archbishop Carroll High School

Four members of the Class of 2025 combined to earn 14 Scholastic Awards for the 2024 academic year.  Allison Arias-Rodriguez ‘25, Collette Merland ’25, Allison Walls ‘25, and Tessa Zimmerman ’25 won seven honorable mentions, six Silver Key Awards, and one Gold Key Award.  Zimmerman's Gold Key Award piece Not Everything is Black and White will go on to be judged at the final, national level of the Scholastic Art Awards for a chance to be displayed in New York City this summer.

The regional Scholastic Art Award winners will be displayed at the K12 Art Gallery (341 S. Jefferson St, Dayton, Ohio) from February 3 - 24 with a special ceremony for the regional Scholastic Art Award winners on February 24 beginning at 6 p.m. All are welcome to attend.

The Scholastic Art & Writing Awards were founded in 1923 and, for more than a century, have inspired bold ideas in creative teens throughout the country. Award recipients through the years have included greats like Andy Warhol and Ezra Jack Keats, among many others.

Ally Arias-Rodriguez '25

Honorable Mention

Peacock (Acrylic)


Collette Merland '25

Honorable Mention

Unlimited Dreams (Oil)


Ally Walls '25

Silver Key

Leisure (Oil)

Drifting Away (Oil)

Christmas Glow (Acrylic)

Clinging to Summer (Oil)

Carefree (Oil)

Honorable Mention

Twenty (Oil)

Carousel of Time (Acrylic)

Summers Past (Oil and Pastel)


Tessa Zimmerman '25

Gold Key

Not Everything is Black and White (Oil)

Silver Key

Love at First Sight (Colored Pencil)

Honorable Mention

In the Garden (Oil)

Daisies in the Living Room (Acrylic)

Posted in Voices of Learning

Student of the Week Laura Kabban '25: Student of the Week December 8, 2022

December 08, 2022
By Archbishop Carroll High School

Laura Kabban '25, Baltimore House, with Mrs. Marilou Rulli

Laura is deserving of recognition for many reasons.  She's an enthusiastic participant in Family Room and she always interacts with Family members in a positive way. Laura has a talent unique to Carroll - she is a competitive ice skater.  She maintains a high GPA while balancing long hours of practices and competitions.

-Mrs. Marilou Rulli

What activities do you participate in?

I compete in ice skating as a member of the United States Figure Skating Association outside of school. I compete both in individual freestyle and on a qualifying Intermediate level synchronized skating team with the Miami Skating Academy out of Oxford, OH.   I am a Senior level Girl Scout, and I also volunteer as a certified Learn to Skate Instructor at South Metro Ice Arena and as an usher for Dayton Live; if you attend an event at the Schuster Center, you may see me as a smiling face ready to help you find your seat!

What's your favorite part of being a student at Carroll?

My favorite part of being a student at Carroll is that it has a great community. Whenever you need something there is usually at least one person who is willing to help, and they are also very understanding.

What should school “do” for you?

I believe school should help us to further our education and grow our curiosity and love for subjects we enjoy.

What’s a lesson you learned when you overcame a difficult obstacle?

I learned that decisions can be life-changing and that speaking up is never a question, but an answer.

What’s your biggest dream in life?

I would like to be part of Team USA for the figure skating Olympics and be the first person to land a Quin jump (five rotations in the air).

How do you like spending your free time?

I enjoy watching movies with my family, drawing, and figure skating.

Posted in Voices of Tomorrow

Student of the Week Gunnar Shiverdecker '25, November 11, 2022

November 10, 2022
By Archbishop Carroll High School

Gunnar Shiverdecker '25, Mercy House, with Mrs. Nicole Druck

Gunnar is an all around great kid.  His school spirit stands out as he went especially all in for Homecoming Spirit Week bringing a smile to everyone’s face.  He is very kind to everyone as well.

What activities do you participate in?

I'm a member of Chess Club and considering trying out for the Bowling Team.

What's your favorite part of being a student at Carroll?

My favorite part of being a student at Carroll is probably the sense of community, because despite me not being the most outgoing person, it took me almost no time to open up to others and make friends.

What should school “do” for you?

School should give me a place to not only prepare for the future that lies ahead of me and help me build friendships with people that will be there for me years after I've graduated.

What’s a lesson you learned when you overcame a difficult obstacle?

I've come to learn from my obstacles that what comes after an obstacle is always worth pushing for, even if it's just a sense of accomplishment.

What’s your biggest dream in life?

My biggest dream in life is to give back to the BMX scene. With how much it has given me, I'd love to give back in any way possible, whether it be starting my own brand, opening a bike shop, or just helping the next generation of BMX riders by giving them extra parts or advice on a trick they can't seem to figure out.

How do you like spending your free time?

I spend the majority of my free time outside of school riding BMX, laying down some nasty riffage on my 5 string bass, trying to figure out what to make for breakfast as a vegan, or playing video games with friends.

Posted in Voices of Tomorrow
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Hope Danis '25: Student of the Week May 17, 2022

May 17, 2022
By Carroll High School

Hope Danis, Baltimore House, with Mrs. Liz Emser

Hope is sweet, kind, and cares so deeply about everyone around her. She reaches out a helping hand before she is ever asked to do so. She is curious and inquisitive in her studies and works extremely hard to achieve success. Hope is a model Carroll Patriot, and I have no doubt that she will continue to lead with integrity and sincerity throughout her years at Carroll.

-Mrs. Liz Emser

What activities do you participate in?

I am a member of the Cross Country and Track & Field teams, Drama Club, and Mass Choir

What's your favorite part of being a student at Carroll?

My favorite part of Carroll is the teachers. They have made me feel completely welcome and at home in Carroll High School in addition to teaching me some of the most vital information of my life: how to deal with other students. 

What should school “do” for you?

I think that school should provide for you a foundation to join the world, and an atmosphere that encourages you to choose good and right rather than easy. 

What’s a lesson you learned when you overcame a difficult obstacle?

I have learned throughout this year that everything does not have to work and fit perfectly.  You simply need to be striving for the best outcome because that is all you can control.

What’s your biggest dream in life?

I don’t really know what I want to do with my life yet. In second grade, we had to make a book, and I said I wanted to be a mother of 11 kids. My teacher in all her wisdom said try one first. I’m still not really sure what I want to do, but I hope to learn what God wants for me in my time here at Carroll.

How do you like spending your free time?

I know that this is cheesy and overused but my favorite way to spend my time is with my family. I really can’t imagine a better day than doing anything with my family.

Posted in Voices of Tomorrow

Student of the Week: Madeline Kramer '25

October 28, 2021
By Carroll High School
Student of the Week Madeline Kramer '25: October 26, 2021

Madeline has stepped up to volunteer for many campus ministry events and her thoughtfulness and kindness has gone above and beyond expectations.

-Mrs. Martha Saurine

Madeline Kramer '25, St. Mary's House, with Mrs. Martha Saurine

What activities do you participate in?

I participate in Harry Potter Club, Revolution, Girl Scouts, and Youth Ministry.

What's your favorite part of being a student at Carroll?

My favorite thing about being a student at Carroll is the welcoming community and caring atmosphere.

What should school “do” for you?

School should help inspire a love of learning and teach you how to be a better citizen.

What’s a lesson you learned when you overcame a difficult obstacle?

I learned that things will always get better no matter what happens. I learned to trust in God’s plan because there is always a purpose behind it, even if we don’t see it at the time.

What’s your biggest dream in life?

My biggest dream in life is to make a difference in the world for the better and to have a job that doesn’t feel like work.

How do you like spending your free time?

I love reading, spending time with my family and friends, and baking. I like doing different service projects the most. I enjoy making rosaries, spreading positivity, and passing out food to people in need. It feels amazing to make a difference in the community.

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Student of the Week: Adriana Ahrens '25

September 30, 2021
By Carroll High School
Student of the Week Adriana Ahrens '25: September 30, 2021

Adriana Ahrens '25, St. Mary's House, with Mrs. Allie (Walsh) Spurling '08

Adriana is incredibly kind, helpful, and hardworking - an awesome freshman doing great things!

-Mrs. Allie (Walsh) Spurling '08

What activities do you participate in?

I enjoy participating in multiple activities including basketball, softball, cross-country, and band.

What's your favorite part of being a student at Carroll?

The overall morale of Carroll is positive, inviting, and energetic -- which makes participating in school events, such as Spirit Week my favorite part of being a student at Carroll.

What should school “do” for you?

For me, school should be a place to learn how to interact with the world in the years to come.

What’s a lesson you learned when you overcame a difficult obstacle?

Throughout the past month, I have come to understand that trust is a huge component of relationships with people. Trust is the foundation of all relationships. Coming into high school, I was a bit worried that I wouldn’t be able to make friends, but here, I am hanging out with some other freshmen almost every weekend.

What’s your biggest dream in life?

My biggest dream in life is to live my life to the fullest with absolutely no regrets.

How do you like spending your free time?

I enjoy spending my free time hanging out with friends, playing the piano, and practicing basketball in my driveway.

Posted in Voices of Tomorrow

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