The Official Newspaper of the Diocese of Little Rock
376 Catholic high school graduates walked across the stage to accept their diplomas this year. In this section, you'll find a list of graduates by high school, bios on valedictorians, and special features on exceptional seniors from each Catholic high school.
While Subiaco Academy senior Matthew Mayeux can often be found in student council meetings, in the National Honor Society or on the football field, one of his favorite places to be is in nature.
Originally from Beaumont, Texas, Mayeux moved to Coleville in northwest Arkansas when he was a toddler. Mayeux and his mother moved to be closer to family when his father passed away just a few days after Mayeux’s second birthday.
Growing up, Mayeux worked More... 
Subiaco Academy hosted its graduation May 18 in the inner courtyard at Subiaco Abbey. Jesse F. Navarro of the Tohono O’odham Nation Legislative Council was the graduation speaker. The valedictorian was Ryan Chung. The salutatorian was Charles Daniel Wu, son of Charles Wu and Michelle Chuang. He will study biology and Chinese at the University of Arkansas at Fayetteville.
Valedictorian
Ryan Chung, 19
Parish: Catholic church in Korea
Parents: Joon Ho Chung and Dong Eun Song
College and major: University More...
TONTITOWN — In the halls of Ozark Catholic Academy, senior Isabella “Izzie” Antony is known for her athleticism, leadership, commitment to her community and resilience.
She demonstrated all of these qualities when she spearheaded the Noah Antony Memorial Run in March, a senior capstone project that not only honored her late brother but brought her community together.
The 5K race, held in Tontitown, drew more than 300 registrants and raised more than $10,500. Proceeds from the race More...
Carrie Eben, owner of Classical Eben Education Counseling, adjunct instructor for integrated humanities at John Brown University and co-founder of Sager Classical Academy, was the graduation speaker May 18 at Ozark Catholic Academy. The valedictorian was Annalise Stacey. Mary Poe, daughter of Meranda and Joseph Poe, was named the salutatorian. She was accepted into the University of Arkansas’ Honors Engineering Program.
Valedictorian
Annalise Stacey, 17
Parish: St. Joseph Church, Fayetteville
Parents: Drs. Heath and Adriana Stacey
College and major: University More...
There isn’t much that Elizabeth Hunter doesn’t do.
The senior at Mount St. Mary Academy in Little Rock is involved in her school, church and community.
In addition to being in the top five graduating seniors, Hunter is an active member of the Rockettes dance team, Belle Ambassadors, Chess Club, Book Club, College Coordinators Club and National Honor Society. She has also helped plan retreats and events for her class and MSM and is one of the More...
Mount St. Mary Academy held its graduation May 20 at Robinson Center in downtown Little Rock. Errin Calhoun Stanger of the Class of 1994, CEO of Providence Park and former director of the Arkansas Regional Innovation Hub, was the speaker. The co-valedictorians are Madeline McNeill and Eliza Jane Null. The salutatorian was Savannah Eanes, daughter of John and Jill Eanes. She is attending the University of Arkansas, majoring in mechanical engineering.
Valedictorians
Madeline McNeill, 17
Parents: Nick and More...
Growing up just a few miles from the Morrilton Municipal Airport, Pete Zambrzycki watched in awe as civilian and military aircraft flew overhead.
“From a very young age, I was always fascinated with airplanes. I always loved learning about them, and I loved learning about military technology. It really piqued my interest,” said the 18-year-old graduate of Sacred Heart School in Morrilton.
Since childhood, faith and flying have been constants in his life. He can spot the More...
Sacred Heart High School held its graduation May 19 at Sacred Heart Church. The valedictorians are Rebecca Hartman, Jack Drilling, Isaac Duvall and Callie Gottsponer. The salutatorian is Myisa Ibarra, daughter of Ashley and J.R. Congine. She will study radiology at the University of Central Arkansas.
Valedictorians
Rebecca Hartman, 18
Parish: Sacred Heart Church
Parents: Chris and Angie Hartman
College and major: Arkansas Tech University, pre-pharmacy
What goals do you want to pursue after college? I plan to get my doctorate More...
Twenty-six seniors graduated from St. Joseph High May 19 at St. Joseph Church in Conway. Speeches were given by the valedictorian and salutatorian. The valedictorian was Carolina Ferrer. The salutatorian was Bryce Mallett, son of Matt and Meghan Mallett. He is majoring in accounting and finance at the University of Arkansas Honors College.
Valedictorian
Carolina Ferrer, 18
Parish: St. Joseph Church
Parent: Gabe and Karen Ferrer
College and major: Colorado College, computer science
What goals do you want to pursue after More...
CONWAY — Blakely Holland and her fellow seniors at St. Joseph School in Conway recently paid tribute to a favorite childhood memory, piling in the cafeteria as they did in elementary school for a Saturday movie night.
“We decided to bring back that tradition. We watched ‘Ferris Bueller’s Day Off,’” the 17-year-old said. “It was just fun to remember all the fun little traditions we’ve had and be able to spend time with all of my More...
The graduation for Catholic High School was held May 17 on the Roy Davis Field. The speakers were seniors Jameson Lang, Justin Le and Everett Palecek. Reeves Bethel was the valedictorian. The salutatorian was William Aclin, son of Scott and Nicole Aclin. He will attend the University of Oklahoma.
Valedictorian
Reeves Bethel, 17
Parents: Steve and Jennifer Bethel
College and major: University of Arkansas, accounting
What goals do you want to pursue after college? I want to pursue a career More...
Even before Matthew Lamb begins his first day of seminary, he knows he has mastered one important priestly skill: delivering a monologue in front of a crowd.
The Catholic High School senior has been nurturing his Catholic faith, especially since his sophomore year, but before that, he was honing his acting skills.
His mother, Jennifer, encouraged him to try acting when he was young to combat his shyness.
“I thought the costumes were fun and getting to know More...
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