Published: May 19, 2023
Notre Dame Academy was proud to present the NDA Class of 2023 with a Baccalaureate Mass and Commencement Exercises at The Queen of the Most Holy Rosary Cathedral on Tuesday, May 16, 2023.
Graduating Seniors earned scholarships totaling over $15 million dollars. They have been accepted to 111 schools. Collectively they have volunteered in our community for 11,150 hours.
The Senior Class Valedictorian and Salutatorian are determined based on an exemplary academic record as demonstrated by the cumulative GPA of seven semesters at Notre Dame Academy and rigor of course selection, as well as extracurricular involvement, witness of Christian values, demonstrated leadership, and service rendered to school and community.
The Salutatorian of the Class of 2023 is Katherine Hoyt.
The Valedictorian of the Class of 2023 is Maya Fister.
The Bishop’s Cross is the highest honor bestowed upon any graduate of a Catholic High School in the Diocese of Toledo, and is awarded to the student who clearly strives to love God with all her heart, soul, mind and strength. Likewise, she should be one who manifests an active life of Christian charity in the way she relates to and serves her neighbor. The Bishop’s Cross was presented to Kathryn Bissell.
The Blue and Gold Spirit Award is presented to the student who has consistently manifested a spirit of selflessness and commitment in support of her classmates and the ideals of Notre Dame Academy. The Blue and Gold Spirit Award is presented to Gina Napoli.
The President’s Award is presented to the student who has exemplified the Notre Dame spirit of leadership and service. The Notre Dame Academy President’s Award is presented to Carlie Kukiela.
The Sisters of Notre Dame Distinguished Graduate Award is presented by Sr. Colleen Marie Cousino to the student who has exemplified the Notre Dame Spirit through academic performance, service to those in the school and community, and strives to live the Gospel values in daily life. The Sisters of Notre Dame Distinguished Graduate Award is presented to Grace Crowell.
To see a full list of all the awards given to the Class of 2023, click here!
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