Heart of a Crusader Nominees

The Heart of a Crusader Award recognizes students who demonstrate passionate faith, leadership, and dedication to serving others in ways that uplift and encourage. Recognized students embody the Crusader Creed values of respect, honesty, and responsibility and demonstrate a strong sense of mission and purpose.

October 2025 Nominees

Nominees are listed in alphabetical order. 

Pascale B. - Kindergarten
Responsibility 

Pascale is exceptionally organized and dependable. She consistently demonstrates responsibility beyond her years—always prepared, punctual, and thoughtful in her approach to any task. She keeps her belongings neat and ready to go, and often takes the initiative to help her siblings stay on track as well, contributing to a smoother and more efficient household. Pascale truly embodies what it means to be responsible and proactive.

Sophia B. - 8th Grade
Learning - Responsibility

Sophie always puts her all into her work. She makes sure she gets it done on time and well thought out.

Hudson B. - 5th Grade

Respect

Hudson ran for student council to be the representative in his classroom.  He wished his opponents good luck and, when he won in a run-off, he shook his opponent's hand.  We learned from his teacher that he was a gracious and respectful winner and was a good example and leader for the class.    

Diane C. - 8th Grade
Learning -Responsibility

Diane always puts her all into her work. She makes sure she gets it done on time and well thought out.

Remle D. - 8th

Learning - Responsibility

Remle always puts her all into her work. Even when she is on vacation, she is emailing about the work she missed and trying to make up the work she missed.

Eoin G. - 5th Grade
Learning - Respect - Responsibility

Eoin is a friend to all.  He can work and collaborate with any of his classmates and never complains about his pairings. Eoin has really made strides this year in the classroom. He’s balancing his school work with extra curricular activities that include xc and Irish dance. Eoin loves being a student at SOSM and this year has really come into his own. We just want to recognize all the hard work he puts in and how proud we are that he is such a respectful peer.

Andy J. - 3rd Grade
Learning - Leading

Andy comes into music class with a smile and a positive attitude each day.  He shows student leadership by being kind to others and attentive during instruction. He is always willing to try something new and have fun doing so.

Abby K. - 8th Grade
Learning - Respect - Responsibility

Maddie W. really enjoyed having Abby as an "assistant coach" during the volleyball season. She was so encouraging with new skills being taught, especially overhand serving. She has been a great cheerleader in helping the team be the best version of themselves. She is a fun, competitive athlete who is fantastic role model! Thank-you!!!

Abby has demonstrated exceptional dedication and service by volunteering to help coach our 4th and 5th grade girls' team for the past 2.5 months, arriving before school every Tuesday and Thursday ready and willing to help run drills and provide guidance to the young athletes. Her commitment to supporting both the team and me by coaching exemplifies the selfless spirit and community leadership that the Heart of a Crusader Award represents.
 

Charlie L. - 6th Grade
Learning - Responsibility

While the rest of the class complains about getting work, Charlie buckles down and gets it done. He maintains focus on his assignment, even when his friends try to peer pressure him into slacking off.

Rowan N. - 3rd Grade
Leading - Responsibility

Rowan comes to school each day with a smile on her face, ready to learn. She consistently puts forth effort in all that she does and is a friend to everyone. Always positive, she encourages her classmates and always lends a helping hand. Rowan remains focused in class, consistently follows rules and expectations and is a joyful presence in the classroom. 

Georgia R. - 2nd Grade
Learning - Respect

Georgia is diligent about her classwork, and particularly takes pride in learning her spelling words each and every week. Strives for 100% always and works hard on words she has trouble with. She is so responsible for her own homework!

Natalia R. - 1st Grade
Learning - Respect - Honesty

Natalia’s growth this year has been remarkable. She loves learning! When she recognizes someone who needs help she’s ready and willing.

Sophia R. - 1st Grade
Learning - Respect - Honesty

Sophia is diligent in doing things correctly and when she questions her work she asks for help to improve her understanding and knowledge. She loves to learn!

Antonia S. - 7th Grade
Serving - Responsibility

Every day in homeroom, Antonia goes and gets the lunch bins without complaint or being told to do so.

Lexi S. - 3rd Grade
Serving - Responsibility

Lexie is a role model to her peers. She consistently lends a helping hand to her teacher and classmates.  She is courteous and has good manners i.e. always greeting and thanking her teachers.  She is always prepared for lessons by refocusing and getting ready to learn.  Bravo, Lexie!

Arya V. - 2nd Grade
Learning - Leading - Respect

Arya has repeatedly won star student awards since her time in kindergarten to 1st grade. She cares for her peers, she always does what’s right when she sees or feels her classmates are not being kind. She is respectful to her peers and faculty. Arya is a responsible student. She works well with her peers and inspires others to be exemplary.

 Michael W. - 5th Grade
Leading - Responsibility - Serving - Respect

I wanted to let you know that Michael showed an immense amount of maturity last night and wanted to commend him on it. There were moments when (friend) and (friend) were getting a little rambunctious, to be expected, and Michael stayed engaged. He even said "guys you are at Conway Farms GC, please act like it".
Michael Alter Serves, even when his grade isn't hosting mass, he follows the rules, He respects everyone, even his Enemies! he also helps his teachers with the tech even if the teacher doesn't know him.

Michael has been a consistent altar server for weekend masses as well as funerals and weddings. Sometimes serving 2 masses in a day, Michael assists our Church leaders. 

Savannah Z. - 7th Grade
Learning - Respect - Responsibility

Savannah is a valuable and active contributor to both newspaper club and volleyball team. She shows great respect towards teachers and classmates, is willing to learn and consistently fulfills her school responsibilities.