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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.

Congratulations to our National Merit Scholarship Finalists from the Class of 2024!  Kyle Heilmann ‘24 and David McLoughlin ’24 earned this recognition for their performance on the 2023 National Merit Scholarship Qualification Test.  They are among the 7,140 students in the United States who earned this distinction!

Click here to watch a video presentation of the awards

Isaiah Riby-Williams ‘24, Trinity House and St. Anthony School alumnus, with Mrs. Ann (Calderone) Bertke ’88

Isaiah is a great Family Room member through his enthusiasm, generosity, and encouragement of others to join in House and Family Room events.

-Mrs. Ann (Calderone) Bertke '88

Favorite Restaurant:

Condado Tacos

Favorite Movie:

Forrest Gump 

Who would you play in a movie?

Luke Skywalker

Place you'd love to travel:

Anywhere in Latin America

What activities do you participate in?

I am in Multicultural Club.  We often go to movies, sports games, or even host small parties, so groups that don't get much recognition at Carroll can feel in place.

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

The people.  I've met some fantastic people here at Carroll.  I have made amazing friends, met fantastic teachers, and they have all helped me grow as a person. Without them, I'd still be very immature.

What should school “do” for you?

School should continue to challenge me to be a better person; a person who should fight indifference and expand the cultural tastes of everyone.

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

Mistakes are common. When I was younger, I made a lot of stupid decisions by only thinking about myself. Through overcoming these, I learned that I wasn't perfect, and I will continue making mistakes as I grow as a person that I will need to learn from.

What’s your biggest dream in life?

To help others who are wronged against throughout the world. We are all people; we live under the same star.

How do you like spending your free time?

I love to study other cultures and languages, although I do also love unwinding for the day and playing some video games with friends, because we all need a chance to just take a break.

Marco Keferl '26, Trinity House and St. Brigid School Alumnus, with Ms. Tiffany Hunsinger

Marco Keferl is always ready to serve and go above and beyond to help others and the class.  He is attentive and strives to do his best in class.  I appreciate his positive attitude and willingness to listen and put in effort for excellent assignments.

-Ms. Tiffany Hunsinger

Favorite Restaurant:

Tudor's Biscuit World

Favorite Movie:

Silence of the Lambs

Who would play you in a movie?

Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson

Place you'd love to travel:

Dubai

What activities do you participate in?

I participate in football, wrestling, and track & field.

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

My favorite part of being a student at Carroll is the community at Carroll. It is so welcoming, and I like how they are inclusive towards everyone.

What should school “do” for you?

School should provide a foundation for who you are and will become. It should prepare you for the journey of life ahead. It should have adults that you can trust and talk to if ever in need or just want to talk.

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

I’ve learned not to let your past define you. It’s in the past for a reason.

How do you like spending your free time?

I don’t have much free time, but when I do, I like to be with my friends and get chocolate milk.

Gabriella Kimbrough '24, Trinity House, with Mrs. Tara Ashworth

Gabriella transferred into Carroll during school year and is a rockstar at Spanish.  She offers to help all of the time, takes time to come in early, and stays late just to help others. Her middle name might be "service" and we just don't know it.

-Mrs. Tara Ashworth

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

My favorite part about Carroll is the community. I transferred in the middle of the school year and was worried about making friends and meeting people, but that has been the easiest part of the transition. Everyone is incredibly welcoming and helpful in making it a smooth transition. One of the first weeks I was at Carroll, there was a basketball game where Moses came and "parted the water" so everyone wore different colors and we acted it out at half-time. I remember thinking it was so neat that we all coordinated that. Also at that game, I had shown up alone and was nervous I would just be standing alone in the bleachers, but I ended up leaving after to get food with a group of people.

What should school “do” for you?

Something a school should do that Carroll does an amazing job at is providing students the opportunity to connect with one another and find their passions with their peers.

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

A cliché lesson I have learned from obstacles is that there is always light at the end of the tunnel. Things might be really difficult, but there can be joy in every day if you look for it or make it.

What’s your biggest dream in life?

I have a bunch of goals, but I want to be able to spend time with my family, hopefully traveling together. I want to go to college and major in biomedical science for pre-med. I am currently interested in orthopedic surgery and emergency medicine.

How do you enjoy spending your free time?

I play lacrosse and run cross country and track. I love spending time with friends and family. My little sister and I are really close, and one morning of the week we go to Starbucks before school to hangout.  Most of the time we spend there is just us laughing about the most random things.

Editor's Note: This story originally appeared in the Winter 2023 edition of Reflections.  Click here to read the entire magazine.

Mia Harrison ‘23 has her sights set on working in the US State Department using diplomacy to change the world. This year, she revived a club at Archbishop Carroll High School to help her make that dream come true.

Starting a new chapter of the Model United Nations at Carroll was a project she began as a freshman but had to put on hold as the Covid-19 pandemic changed everything about how schools and group events like the Model UN summit operated in Ohio and around the world. Now as a senior, Mia was able to bring that group to life at Carroll with the help of Social Studies teacher Mrs. Courtney (Griffith) Thompson ‘16.

“As long as you have the support and structure in place or a teacher who is enthusiastic about putting it in place, it’s easier than you might think to start
a club like this at Carroll,” Harrison said. “Mrs. Thompson was energetic about getting us involved.”

Harrison and Thompson met about once a month over the summer to lay the groundwork for the rest of the club members and work through logistical
hurdles to register for the conference scheduled for December 2022. Once the school year began, they met two or three times a month with the other 14 club members to prepare resolutions for the countries they chose to represent at the conference: Nicaragua, Fiji, and Nigeria.

The three geographically and politically diverse nations offered the students an opportunity to focus on a specific problem facing those countries and work within the UN’s 17 goals to solve it. The group representing Fiji proposed building more hydroelectric dams to help grow tourism while preserving the country’s natural resources and beauty. The delegation for Nigeria chose to build resource centers for the country’s citizens. For Nicaragua, the delegation led by Mia, the students proposed that the UN oversee the country’s elections to ensure a fair outcome and protect citizens who express dissent over the current regime’s policies.

All three groups presented their country’s resolution. Out of 150 resolutions prepared by students across Ohio, the Nicaraguan delegation was one of 35 to pass the preliminary security council for presentation to the General Assembly for debate to become official UN policy.

“I was ecstatic to be able to present in that room,” Harrison said. “Your bill is read, and other members of the conference either attempt to destroy or support it. I had been waiting to do this my entire high school career, and it finally happened. I felt blessed and grateful that we put this together.”

Although the bill did not become policy, Mia and the rest of the students were grateful for a true cross-curricular experience. After learning about injustices in Central America during Spanish and religion classes, researching their nations and writing resolutions showed the students where the UN Goals and Catholic Social Teaching overlap.

“When you look at the seven components of Catholic Social Teaching, you see that they align very closely with the UN Goals,” Harrison said. “What the goals of the UN and Catholic Church are trying to do are similar to what a lot of people want the world to be like, and Carroll lets it be known that we are working towards those goals.”

Mia Harrison was recognized as an Outstanding Leader at the conference and Maria Camacho '23 was recognized as the runner-up in an essay contest for her response to a prompt about world peace.

Chalsie Fedkow ‘23, Trinity House & St. Helen School Alumna, with Mr. Jim Murray and Mrs. Melissa (Balsom) Fisher ’83

Chalsie is a Trinity Captain and has led the Family Room very well – she plans well and executes those plans to her fullest.  Chalsie also has a Cricut and has made many things this year for Trinity House.  She would not accept money and did it for service hours.  She made posters for the Trinity Cheer in the fall as well as t-shirts and coasters for Christmas presents for the Trinity faculty and staff.

-Mrs. Melissa (Balsom) Fisher '83
 

What activities do you participate in?

I am a Captain for Trinity House. 

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

My favorite part of being a Carroll student is being able to be a Captain for Trinity House, show other students the Carroll spirit, and inspire them to be there best during their Carroll experience.  The whole community here at Archbishop Carroll High School is a blessing to me.

What should school “do” for you?

What I think school should do for me is make sure everyone here feels welcomed at all times and prepare me for my future in life and education.

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

The end of my junior year here at Carroll was a very difficult obstacle for me because I was stressed out a lot with worry about my next step of my high school career.  It’s a big step in our life, but the teachers and counselors here at Carroll helped calmed me down and showed me what each step was like for college.  I was very worried to apply to my dream college, but they told me not to worry because Carroll prepares you very well and can help you get into all of your dream colleges if you strive for it. So, the start of my senior year here at Carroll was not overwhelming because I was accepted into my dream college thanks to the faculty here at Carroll.

What’s your biggest dream in life?

My biggest dream in life is to attend Sinclair Community College and get a bachelor’s degree in interior design, then move on to finding a job as an interior designer.

Editor's Note: Abby Shahady is a member of the Archbishop Carroll High School Class of 2018.  This article originally appeared in the January 31, 2023 edition of FamilyOnline.  Please visit their website to read the full story.

Growing up in Dayton, Ohio, Abby Shahady thought she knew the city well. “But serving as a Marianist PULSE volunteer this year has opened my eyes,” she said. “I feel like I have not truly lived in Dayton until now.”

Abby, a 2022 University of Dayton graduate with a major in health sciences, is one of three volunteers participating in PULSE for 2022-2023. PULSE is a post-graduate, servant leadership and social justice initiative sponsored by the Marianists. Each PULSE volunteer makes a one- or two-year commitment to live with fellow volunteers in a lower-income neighborhood while working full-time at local nonprofit agencies.

With Abby’s healthcare background, she was a natural fit for serving two nonprofit sites: The Fitz Center for Leadership in Community and Dayton Children’s Hospital Family Resource Connection.

Sam Brun, 26, Trinity House, with Mrs. Diane (McNelly) Keller '83

Sam Brun is a hard working student in class and contributes regularly to class discussions.  I have him in a class with Sophomores and Juniors, and he is the only Freshman.  This does not intimidate him in any way.  He is also able to handle situations that could make lead to tension with other students with grace and patience.

-Mrs. Diane (McNelly) Keller '83

What activities do you participate in?

I am a part of the Marching Band, and I play club and high school volleyball.

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

My favorite part of being a student at Carroll is the sense of community and belonging that Carroll is so great at providing for each and every student.

What should school “do” for you?

For me, school should allow everyone to become the best versions of themselves, and allow them to learn how to overcome obstacles in life.

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

A lesson that I’ve learned is that nothing in life is served to you on a silver platter. If you want to be successful in life, taking the first step to becoming great will open your eyes to so many possibilities.

What’s your biggest dream in life?

My biggest dream in life is to become successful in whatever field I choose to pursue but with that comes acknowledging why you became successful. You need to realize that God gave you the strengths and skills to become successful. That is my true dream in life, which is to praise God by using my strengths and skills to become the best version of myself.

How do you like spending your free time?

I like to spend my free time spending time with friends and family, playing volleyball, and the occasional 3 a.m. Minecraft sessions with my older brothers.

Caleb is a freshman this year, but due to his prior involvement in the Marching Patriots, he already possesses tremendous leadership skills.  He's punctual beyond expectation and always stays around to help organize equipment.   Caleb leads with a smile and encourages new members to be their best.

-Mr. Carl Soucek

Caleb Weitz '26, Trinity House, with Mr. Carl Soucek

What activities do you participate in?

I participate in Marching Band, Drama Club, Stage Crew, and Mass Choir.  I also plan to run for Student Council.

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

My favorite part of being a Carroll student is all of the people there are so kind and helpful. I feel very comfortable with the Carroll family, and Carroll feels like a second home to me.

What should school “do” for you?

I believe that the purpose of school is to prepare me for college and all of the obstacles that I have ahead of me. Carroll is a great school and so far I am confident that Carroll is achieving just that.

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

One thing that I have learned from being a Carroll student is how to deal with time management. I have to balance activities with schoolwork. Being a section leader in Marching Band, participating in Drama Club, finishing homework, and all of the other things that I do is tough to achieve. I have learned to work it out and still achieve my goals.

What’s your biggest dream in life?

My biggest dream in life is to get good grades, go to college to get a good job, and stay happy through it all.

How do you like spending your free time?

In my free time, I enjoy playing board games, watching movies, playing soccer, spending time outside, and playing music.

Anna Murray '24, Trinity House, with Mrs. Martha Saurine

Anna took her own time to come in for freshman orientation to help behind the scenes, and she also has volunteered to help with the Mass set up and take the time to learn all of the sound system procedures.  Anna has been a great asset to Campus Ministry in these first few weeks.

-Mrs. Martha Saurine

What activities do you participate in?

I participate in Cross Country, Track, and Balloon Club.

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

My favorite part of being a student at Carroll is knowing I can talk to my teachers whenever I need help with anything.

What should school “do” for you?

School should help you grow and overcome difficulties in academics as well as your social life.

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

I learned to always keep trying no matter how many times I failed.

What’s your biggest dream in life?

My biggest dream in life is to become an elementary school teacher and have a loving family.

How do you like spending your free time?

In my free time, I like to hang out with my friends and watch Netflix.

Annie goes above and beyond to help the underclassmen feel included and involved at Carroll.

-Mrs. Anne (Calderone) Bertke '88

What activities do you participate in?

I participate in Drama Club, Revolution, ITS, Mass Choir, and Cooking Club.

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

The amazing opportunities I get from being a part of extracurricular activities to meet amazing people.

What should school “do” for you?

School should be a place where people feel safe, connected, and free to express themselves. The students should always be happy and help the school run smoothly.

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

I learned that no matter what you go through in life, always have someone by your side for all of it.

What’s your biggest dream in life?

My biggest dream is to become a kindergarten teacher at a Catholic school and give kids the chance to become the best version of themselves.

How do you like spending your free time?

I enjoy hanging out with friends, watching Netflix, and playing with my dog.

Mckenzie Walsh '22, Trinity House, with Mrs. Jill Kilby

McKenzie is always ready and willing to help out in any situation.  She has a smile on her face and a serving heart.  Recently, she has been seen helping a fellow student who has been struggling with some health issues.  She is sweet and kind and a great Patriot.

-Mrs. Jill Kilby

What activities do you participate in?

I participate in lacrosse, football team managers, and powderpuff football.

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

My favorite part of being a student at Carroll is getting to form amazing relationships with a lot of different people.

What should school “do” for you?

School should prepare you for the future, whatever your future may be.

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

You can’t control what happens in your life, so you have to just roll with it (just smile and wave everyone, smile and wave).

What’s your biggest dream in life?

My biggest dream is to become a successful physical therapist and have a family that loves to play sports.

How do you like spending your free time?

I spend my free time playing lacrosse and spending time with friends and family.

Ethan DiCicco '22, Trinity House, with Mr. Carl Soucek

Ethan DiCicco is a class act.  He acts with integrity in his classes and challenges himself every day by going outside of his comfort zone.  He is a model of classroom behavior and a mentor to the underclassmen who look up to him.

-Mr. Carl Soucek

What activities do you participate in?

I am a member of the Carroll High School Marching Band, Symphonic Band, Jazz Bands, and Film Club.

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

It has to be the opportunities that I’m given here. It’s never too late to get involved at Carroll. Whether you’re an incoming Freshman or a second semester Senior, there is always a welcoming environment waiting for you. I encourage everyone to get out of their comfort zone at least once during their time at Carroll.

What should school “do” for you?

School should set me up for success. It should provide an environment that feels safe and comfortable -- a perfect balance between working and socializing.

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

For the first quarter of my Junior year, I attended online public school due to Covid. I went into it with an open mind, but it just didn’t compare. By the time I finally came back to Carroll, I had learned the importance of community and never to take it for granted.

What’s your biggest dream in life?

Ultimately, I’d like to end up doing something creative, something that I can really pour myself into and be proud of the results like writing songs or filming movies. 

How do you like spending your free time?

I love spending my free time playing instruments with my friends, going to the gym, and listening to music.

Max Murphy '24, Trinity House, with Mrs. Abby (Wiles) Merkle

Max is a kind and positive young man who exemplifies a level of responsibility beyond his years.  While there was a substitute teacher in the room, Max created a review game for the class to play to study for the upcoming test.  I was very impressed to see this first hand when I came back into the room and everyone was either working on their assignments or reviewing with Max's game.  A big “Thank You” goes to Max for leading the class in active studying!

- Mrs. Abby (Wiles) Merkle '11

What activities do you participate in?

I am team manager for soccer, and I am a player on the volleyball team. 

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

My favorite part of being a student at carroll is going to the football games and cheering for the team with all of my friends.

What should school “do” for you?

I feel that school should give you a chance to improve and grow in not only your learning and studying skills, but also your social skills that everyone needs when working in groups with others for jobs and occupations.

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

When I overcome a huge obstacle in life, I feel satisfied that I beat something that feels insurmountable, and I feel like I grow as a person and gain new skills to make the job easier next time I am faced with a large obstacle.

What’s your biggest dream in life?

My biggest dream in life is to get a college education and have a steady job while still staying in touch with my friends and family.

How do you like spending your free time?

I love to read, play games with my dogs, and spend time with my friends.

AnnaMarie is a wonderful student. She is kind and cares about the world around her. She works hard in her academics and balances school with color guard. AnnaMarie is a model Patriot for others, and we are so happy to have her in our community and our Family Room.

-Mrs. Allison Ford

AnnaMarie Honious '24, Trinity House with Mrs. Allison Ford

What activities do you participate in?

I participate in Carroll’s musical. I am a part of Carroll’s color guard. I am also on BONDs, which is a high school robotics team.

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 the Carroll community. I really feel like I am a part of a big family. Nobody hesitates to welcome anyone who is new to the school. I feel so proud to be a part of such a kind community. It strengthens me to know that we can accomplish anything as a school and as a community.

What should school “do” for you?

School should prepare me for my future and help me develop important skills, while guiding and nourishing me spiritually.

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

You have to believe in yourself and you can never give up, even in the face of challenges. It is okay to take breaks as long as you keep moving forward. Perseverance will get you through any obstacle.

What’s your biggest dream in life?

My biggest dream in life is to help others and to live for God through every step. I want to make a difference in others’ lives through the way that I treat them. I would also love to find a job that I am passionate about.

How do you like spending your free time?

I love to read, talk to my closest friends, and go to the lake with my family.

Meghan Parlette '24, Trinity House, with Mrs. Liz Emser

As a freshman, Meghan is already exhibiting strong leadership qualities in the classroom. She is respectful, kind to all of her classmates, and doesn't hesitate to lend a hand. She isn't afraid to laugh at her own mathematical mistakes, which is a good quality to have in life (especially in math class!), but she also accepts the challenge of fixing her errors in order to improve her skills.

-Mrs. Liz Emser

What activities do you participate in?

Basketball

What is your favorite part of being a student at Carroll?

I enjoy being part of a welcoming community with good teachers and friends.

What should school “do” for you?

School should make you a better person in all aspects of life.

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

Anything is possible if you try your best.

What’s your biggest dream in life?

To live a successful and happy life

How do you like spending your free time?

I like to hang out with my friends and family.

Brooke Grieshop '22, Trinity House, with Mrs. Nicole Druck

From the first day of Freshman year, Brooke has always been a positive person.  Throughout so many challenges that most of us will never experience, she has risen above them to continue to be a positive person and someone her community can rely on. Brooke gives 110% to anything she does, from academics, to athletics, to being an excellent friend to others. She is using her tragedy to help others in her community by raising money for the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society in honor of her mom and grandmother. 

-Mrs. Nicole Druck

What activities do you participate in?

I am part of the Carroll Women’s Varsity Soccer team, Spanish Club, Spanish National Honors Society, Wrestling Stats, and a Leukemia and Lymphoma Society Student of the year candidate.

What is your favorite part of being a student at Carroll?

The supportive community.  After I lost my mom, the supportive Carroll surrounded me with love. 

What should school “do” for you?

School should provide a “home” outside your actual home. You should be able to come to a safe environment that allows you to focus on your studies while still having the experience of meeting new people and creating lifelong friendships.

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

Cherish every moment, as it could be your last. Hug your parents every time you say goodbye. Tell your friend how grateful you are for them. Thank your teachers for all the knowledge they have provided you with. Soak in every little part of life because you don’t know when you will have to say goodbye.

What’s your biggest dream in life?

To be a marine biologist in Florida and solve the red tide problem.

How do you like spending your free time?

I like to spend my free time with my friends, my two dogs, and with my father watching Netflix.

Charlotte Ruble '22, Trinity House, with Mrs. Ann (Calderone) Bertke '88

Charlotte has taken freshmen who are having a hard time adjusting to high school under her wing. She spends family room time helping with homework, schedules, and everything else that high school entails.

-Mrs. Ann (Calderone) Bertke '88

What is your favorite part of being a student at Carroll?

My favorite things about Carroll High School are the teachers and community. 

What should school “do” for you?

School should give you new opportunities to grow and should help you learn new material for your future.

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

Adversity helps you be stronger and focus on what is important. 

What’s your biggest dream in life?

My biggest dream is to become a better version of myself and to help others. 

How do you like spending your free time?

I like spending my free time with my family, friends, and my two dogs. 

Paige Bey '20, Trinity House (Nominated by Mrs. Ashley Bowers)

"Paige always has a smile on her face and a positive attitude.  I don't know if you've seen that video of our seniors going around social media, but I guess that was all Paige and that
was a class act!"

-Mrs. Ashley (Dunham) Bowers '14

What activities do you participate in?

Head wrestling stat, volleyball, and Army National Guard

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

My favorite part about Carroll is how supportive all the teachers are.  They go above and beyond with their jobs, treat you like one of their own kids, and are always lending a hand out to anyone.

What should school "do" for you?

School is a place where your education should come first but also a place where you should feel welcomed and embraced by others. 

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

I have learned when it comes to overcoming difficult things, that hardships pass.  They don't last forever.  Also, I learned you have to surround yourself with the right people.  It may take some time to figure out who they are, but if you do, they will help you get through the hard things that come. 

What’s your biggest dream in life?

My biggest dream in life is honestly to be happy, being stable and having a family.

How do you like spending your free time?

Being around people I love.  I like spending my free time with mostly my friends.  That could just be hanging out or going out.

Josie Eckhart '22, Trinity House with Mr. Carl Soucek

"Josie is attentive, prepared, and always positive during her classes.  She brings motivating energy to others in the classroom and models professionalism at all times."

-Mr. Carl Soucek

What activities do you participate in? 

Marching Band, Pit Orchestra, and Jazz Band

What is your favorite part of being a student at Carroll

The community.  I love how I always feel like I'm part of something

What should school “do” for you?

School should make everyone feels welcome and safe and help widen our horizons to build strong futures.

What’s your biggest dream in life?

To be in love, happy, and successful with the time I have.  Also, I want to be on The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon

How do you like spending your free time?

I play the trumpet, embroider, spend time with friends, and listen to music.

Mark Beckwith '22 with Mrs. Nicole Wilmer and Mrs. Martha Saurine

Mark Beckwith '22, Trinity House

What activities do you participate in?

Baking Club, Balloon Club, Spanish Club, French Club, and Gaming Club

What is your favorite part of being a student at Carroll?

The opportunity to be here every day.

What should school “do” for you?

School should prepare me for college and life as an adult.

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

The more effort you put into something, the more you receive from your hard work.

What’s your biggest dream in life?

To become an astronomer.

How do you like spending your free time?

Go out with friends, play video games, and draw.

"Mark is always smiling, always saying hello to everyone in the halls, and has a high five for anyone.   Many teachers have no idea who he is, just that he is kind to everyone all the time. He came in freshman year very shy but has blossomed into an extremely well-liked kid. The most important part, he brightens everyone's day, whether he knows you or not." - Mrs. Nicole Wilmer

"Although I have never had Mark for class, I know him from his friendliness in the hallways, always offering a beautiful smile and a greeting. His openness, kindness, and friendliness is shown not just to faculty and staff but to his fellow students. Mark is a great example of what it means to be a Carroll Patriot!" - Mrs. Martha Saurine

Zack Davis '22 with Mrs. Mary Ollier

 Zack Davis '22, Trinity House

What activities do you participate in?

Volleyball

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

The preparation I am receiving for college.

What Should school “do” for you?

School should help prepare me for college.

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

I’ve learned how to make friends by moving through different schools.

What’s your biggest dream in life?

To have a well-paying job in a career I love.

How do you like spending your free time?

I like spending time with my friends.

"Zack Davis is in my Scholarship Algebra II/Trigonometry class. He took the time to help two new exchange students last week who both landed in that same class and sit behind him. Zack worked with both boys in class on a couple different occasions to be sure they understood how to log into their textbook and the other websites we use for our class. And besides that, he is a really nice and kind person." - Mrs. Mary Ollier

Hello everyone! This week has been an exciting week for the Carroll Patriots, especially for Family Room 210. Lead by religion teacher Mr. Brun and captains Abby Bertke and Jc Copley, Family Room 210 participated in Homecoming Spirit Week with gusto. Monday was pajama day, and most everyone showed up in their comfiest PJs. Monday was also the day that Family Rooms voted on their choice of song for the second House Event, which is the lip sync done every year.  Music videos were shown during this time and Family Room 210 had a dance party to go with it. It was very entertaining watching Mr. Brun dance! 

Tuesday was Family Room Color-Coordination Day, in which the Family Room picked what color shirts they wanted to wear on that day. It was a difficult choice for us, but we narrowed it down to three colors and eventually chose white. Tuesday also happens to be Academic Day, so most students were busy studying and doing homework during this time. Wednesday’s theme was 80s-90s Day, and seeing everyone's costumes was like a blast from the past! Thursday was Red, White, and Blue Day, and everyone in Family Room 210 was decked out in Carroll Spirit. The seniors and drama students left Family Room at this time to be a part of the Harlem Globetrotters' commercial. Because the captains of the room were gone, Kenny Shahady '21 took charge and coordinated a game for the room to play. Friday's theme was Tropical, which perfectly matched the Homecoming theme Aloha. The khaki’s and button up tropical patterned shirts were a sight to see! A Pep Rally also took place on Friday, ending up with the Seniors winning the Spirit Stick. Go Pats!