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Haili Evans '27: Student of the Week, March 14, 2025
Haili Evans '27, Trinity House member and St. Luke Catholic School alumna, with Mr. Luke Brenner
Haili goes above and beyond to help others, including stepping up to help a student facing some learning challenges to help him stay on track during class.
-Mr. Luke Brenner
Favorite Restaurant:
Chick-fil a or Whataburger
Favorite Movie:
50 First Dates
What activities are you involved in at Carroll?
I do service activities when available and plan on joining Key Club.
What's your favorite part about being a student at Carroll?
Carroll has opened an endless amount of opportunities for me that I could've never imagined. The teachers here are beyond welcoming, and I've met some of my favorite people at Carroll.
How should school help you succeed?
School should prepare me for my future, college, and jobs I may have in the future.
What's your biggest dream in life?
My biggest dreams right now would be to get into Law School and see a Red Panda in person at a zoo. They're adorable, and I love them.
What's a lesson you learned when overcoming a difficult obstacle?
A lesson I learned was to not be so hard on myself, and one bad thing or mistake doesn't define who I am.
How do you enjoy spending your free time?
I like hanging out with my best friends Gavin and Chris. I also like spending time with my cats and sleeping.
Taven Hamilton '27: Student of the Week, March 6, 2025
Taven Hamilton '27, Baltimore House, with Mrs. Suzie Sorrell
Taven is dependable and responsible and meets deadlines. He has a positive attitude and is willing to help in any way possible. His professionalism and ability to communicate with adults are skills that some students do not possess, but he has in spades. He is the embodiment of a Carroll Patriot.
-Mrs. Suzie Sorrell
Favorite Restaurant:
Taqueria Tres Hermanos
Favorite Movie:
Click
Place you'd love to travel:
Cocoa Beach, Florida
Which actor would play you in a movie?
Adam Sandler
What activities are you involved in at Carroll?
I'm on the football and track & field teams.
What's your favorite part about being a student at Carroll?
My favorite part of being a Carroll student is being able to come to school and interact with respectful people and staff, how easy it is to make friends, and fit in where you would like to be.
How should school help you succeed?
School should help you succeed in becoming a responsible human being and should help you understand what you need to do when you want to accomplish something.
What's your biggest dream in life?
My biggest dream in life is to become a responsible, working adult. I want to go to college, get a good career, get a nice house, get a family, and live until I'm 100.
What's a lesson you learned when overcoming a difficult obstacle?
Things will happen to you, and you will have to go through it. You should always be faithful and positive, because if that's all you can do in that situation, then so be it.
How do you enjoy spending your free time?
I like to spend my free time with my family, friends, or even just by myself. Sometimes it's good to be by yourself so you can reflect on your life, just think, or even just chill, listen to music, or do whatever you want.
Anna Schmitt '27: Student of the Week October 30, 2024
Anna Schmitt ‘27, Charity House member and Incarnation School alumna, with Ms. Emma Barlow ’15
Anna is a wonderful example of a Patriot! In class, she is kind and helpful to her peers, and respectful to her teachers. Anna is dedicated to her schoolwork, athletics, and service. When she isn't playing soccer or hitting the books, she volunteers selflessly, and participates in committees and clubs to better the school.
-Ms. Emma Barlow '15
Favorite Restaurant:
Chick-fil-a
Favorite Movie:
La La Land
Place you'd love to travel:
Venice, Italy
Who would play you in a movie?
Amanda Seyfried
What activities do you participate in?
I have been on the varsity soccer team since my freshman year. I also participate in indoor and outdoor track. I am in Latin club, Revolution, Not By Chance, Sophomore class council, and I am an officer in Key Club.
What's your favorite part about being a student at Carroll?
My favorite part about being a student at Carroll is the atmosphere. Carroll has provided me with so many tools for success and has allowed me to grow as a person in my faith, academics and athletics.
How should school help you succeed?
School should help you succeed by fostering a good learning environment. School should push you to be the best you can be.
What's your biggest dream in life?
My biggest dream in life is to become an anesthesiologist and be able to help people.
What's a lesson you learned when overcoming a difficult obstacle?
One lesson that I learned when I overcame a difficult obstacle was to trust the process and God's plan. I learned that even in the hardest of times, there is hope and that God would not put me through something if I wasn't going to come out stronger on the other side.
How do you like spending your free time?
I like to spend my free time hanging out with my friends and family, going for drives, and doing service.
Jordin Griffith '27: Student of the Week, October 16, 2024
Jordin Griffith ‘27, St. Mary’s House member, with Mr. Luke Brenner
Jordin displays outstanding leadership and character in the classroom. She helps students in the class who struggle with group work feel accepted. She is a leader in our school and deserves this recognition!
-Mr. Luke Brenner
Favorite Restaurant:
Rooster's
Favorite Movie:
Avatar
Place you'd love to travel:
Lake Garda, Italy
Who would play you in a movie?
Jennifer Aniston
What activities do you participate in?
I participate in Key Club and look forward to learning about more club opportunities in the spring.
What's your favorite part about being a student at Carroll?
I love coming in to say hi to Mrs. Sorrell every morning.
How should school help you succeed?
School should be a place where I can grow and learn with others.
What's your biggest dream in life?
I want to graduate from college and move somewhere new with my family.
What's a lesson you learned when overcoming a difficult obstacle?
Don't try to control things that are out of your reach.
How do you like spending your free time?
I like handing out with my family and relaxing.