PVNC Catholic recognizes student leadership

May 8, 2024

PETERBOROUGH – As part of Catholic Education Week, which runs May 5 to May 10, 2024, Peterborough Victoria Northumberland and Clarington Catholic District School Board (PVNC) honoured 36 students with a Catholic Student Leadership Award during a ceremony at Holy Cross Catholic Secondary School in Peterborough on Wednesday, May 8, 2024.

One student has been selected from each elementary and secondary school and winners were presented with a special medallion. Award recipients were nominated by principals, teachers and in some cases, fellow students. Each demonstrated outstanding qualities in Catholic leadership, family commitment, involvement in school affairs, involvement in community activities and dedication to a difficult situation or task.

“In celebrating our student leaders during Catholic Education Week, we are reminded of the vibrant role faith plays not only in education but in shaping individuals who are committed to making a difference in their communities,” Board Chairperson Kevin MacKenzie said. 

“These students, recognized for their exemplary leadership and dedication, illustrate the profound impact of our Catholic values in action. Their achievements reflect a dedication to service, community, and a deep-rooted belief in the power of faith to inspire positive change. It is with immense pride that we honor their contributions and look forward to the continued influence they will have on their schools and beyond.” 

Clarington

Back from left: Director of Education Stephen O’Sullivan, Board Chairman Kevin MacKenzie, Benjamin Humphries (St. Elizabeth CES), Tyson Chisholm (Holy Family CES), Samantha Tungcol (St. Stephen CSS) and Superintendent Julie Selby.

Front from left: Stella Maria Nekkers (Good Shepherd CES), Isabella Ciancone (Holy Trinity CSS), Jazmine Pereira (Monsignor Leo Cleary CES), Mason Doucette (St. Mother Teresa CES) and Madyson Shea (St. Francis of Assisi CES). Absent: Alexie Sultan-Khan (St. Joseph CES).

Peterborough

Back from left: Director of Education Stephen O’Sullivan, Peterborough Trustee Loretta Durst, Leigha Cheng (St. Patrick CES), Lyla Mahoney (St. John CES), Andrew Iammancini (St. Peter CSS), Blake Ferguson (St. Paul CES) and Superintendent Jeannie Armstrong.

Front from left: Aabish Ali (Holy Cross CSS), Sophie Lemoire (Immaculate Conception CES, Joy Davis (Monsignor O’Donoghue CES), Gracie-May Hermer (St. Alphonsus CES), Alivia Friesen (St. Anne CES) and Sonny Gillis (St. Catherine CES).

Peterborough County

Back from left: Director of Education Stephen O’Sullivan, Peterborough County Trustee Jenny Leahy, Sophie Surerus (St. Paul CES Lakefield), Tyler Young (St. Martin CES Ennismore) and Superintendent Jeannie Armstrong.

Front from left: Jolene Payne (St. Paul CES Norwood) and Chloe Williamson (St. Joseph CES Douro).

Northumberland

Back from left: Director of Education Stephen O’Sullivan, Northumberland Trustee Kathleen Tanguay, Elijah Deryaw (St. Mary CSS Cobourg), Mya Benson (St. Joseph CES Cobourg), Lilyan Stewart (Notre Dame CES Cobourg) and Superintendent Sheila Piggott.

Front from left: Elliott Banville (St. Michael CES Cobourg), Faith Mullin (St. Mary CES Grafton), Raegan Larcombe (St. Mary CES Campbellford) and Sophia Jilesen (St. Anthony CES Port Hope).

Kawartha Lakes

Back from left: Director of Education Stephen O’Sullivan, CKL Trustee Mary Ann Martin, George MacDonald (St. John Paull II CES), Gracelynn Gilbank (St. Dominic CES) and Superintendent Sheila Piggott.

Front from left: Abigayle Jennings (St. Luke CES Downeyville), Reagan Lusted (St. Thomas Aquinas CSS) and Ivan Black (St. Mary CES).

Full List of Winners