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St. Sebastian's School graduated 67 students during its 78th Commencement Exercises on Thursday, June 2, 2022. The ceremony was held outside on the West Campus field. Rev. Tony Penna, Associate Vice-President and Director of Campus Ministry at Boston College, delivered the keynote address. Cooper B. McCann '22 was this year's Valedictorian and John T. Flynn '22 was the Salutatorian. Headmaster Bill Burke presented the diplomas to each graduate as Assistant Headmaster Michael Nerbonne read their names.
On June 1, 2022, the eve of St. Sebastian's Commencement, the Class of 2022 and their parents, along with members of the administration and faculty, gathered in St. Bartholomew Church for the Baccalaureate Mass, followed by dinner in Ward Hall. In addition to receiving the traditional St. Sebastian’s tie and pen, seniors were presented with the awards recognizing their talents and contributions to the School.
Congratulations to the Class of 2022!
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COMMENCEMENT AWARDS
Pursuit of Excellence in the Disciplines Awards
Presented to individuals selected by the faculty
English Literature - Kevin E. Cummings, Charles Z. Yang
Latin - Charles S. DeMatteo
History - Michael T. Cataldo, Cooper B. McCann, Aidan C. McCarthy
Religion - Charles S. DeMatteo, Cooper B. McCann
English Writing - John G. Hentschel, Cooper B. McCann, Aidan C. McCarthy
Spanish - Aidan C. McCarthy
Drama - Ryan P. Albertson, John T. Flynn, John G. Hentschel, Matthew T. Noone, Joseph T. Santosuosso, Paul F. White
Photography - Ryan N. Kazmouz
Ceramics - Andrew J. Hahm, Timothy R. Souza
Mathematics - Cooper B. McCann, Aidan C. McCarthy, Cole J. Szeman, Charles Z. Yang
Physics - Cooper B. McCann, Kevin S. Wakakuwa
Chemistry - Alexander S. Hartman
Biology - Charles Z. Yang
Greek - John T. Flynn, Thomas M. Scordino
Computer Science - Cooper B. McCann
MEDALS
The following Medals are awarded to individuals who, during their high school years, have achieved the highest grade point average in required courses in the respective disciplines
Humberto Cardinal Medeiros Memorial Medal for Modern Languages - Aidan C. McCarthy
Rev. Msgr. Joseph A. Beatty Memorial Medal for English - John T. Flynn
Rev. Msgr. John F.X. Harney Memorial Medal for Religion - Cooper B. McCann
Rev. Msgr. Charles D. McInnis Memorial Medal for History - Aidan C. McCarthy
Paul A. Ablondi ‘57 Memorial Medal for Mathematics - Charles S. DeMatteo
John A. And Kathleen T. Nerbonne Memorial Medal for Classics - William M. McInerney
St. Sebastian Medal for Science - Charles S. DeMatteo, Richard C. Walsh
St. Sebastian Medal for Fine Arts - Charles S. DeMatteo, Timothy R. Souza
The Headmaster’s Award
Presented to the graduate who has achieved the highest cumulative grade point average.
Cooper B. McCann
The St. Sebastian’s Scholar with Distinction Awards
Presented to graduates who have achieved a yearly average of A- or higher in every course, every year.
Kevin E. Cummings, Charles S. DeMatteo, John T. Flynn, Ryan N. Kazmouz, Cooper B. McCann, Aidan C. McCarthy, Kevin S. Wakakuwa, Richard C. Walsh
The St. Sebastian’s Scholar Awards
Presented to graduates who have achieved a yearly average of ‘B’ or higher in every course, every year.
William J. Adams III, Ryan P. Albertson, Colin C. Boland, Michael P. Callow, John M. Carroll III, Michael T. Cataldo, John K. Chisholm III, Matthew S. Choi, Michael C. Connelly, Thomas C. Cronin, Nicholas J. Derenzo, Jayden J. Grier, Andrew J. Hahm, Alexander S. Hartman, Brian W. Luppy, William M. McInerney, Brendan A. Melley, Aidan E. Noonan, Matthew T. Noone, Kristian G. Nordby, Alexander L. Purpura, Thomas M. Scordino, Timothy R. Souza, Maxwell C. Surprenant, Cole J. Szeman, John J. Toomey, Paul F. White, Cormac F. Wright, Charles Z. Yang
The Sr. Evelyn C. Barrett, O.P. Scholarship Award
Presented to that senior who, in the opinion of the Faculty, most exemplifies in body, mind, and soul the spirit of St. Sebastian's School
Cooper B. McCann
The Robert S. Gilligan Award
Presented to seniors who best exemplify the qualities of courage, determination, and perseverance
Thomas M. Scordino
The Cardinal Cushing Memorial Medal for Student Service
Presented to a senior for exemplary service to the School
Brendan A. Melley, Maxwell C. Surprenant
The Joseph P. MacDonald Award
Presented each year by the Student Council, in conjunction with the School community, to a member of the St. Sebastian's family for outstanding service to the School
John C. Eaton
The Reverend Charles K. Riepe Medallion
Presented by the Assistant Headmaster, in consultation with the administration and faculty, to the members of the graduating class who have shown true leadership in exemplifying the virtues of faith and honor for which the School stands
Ryan P. Albertson
The Founder's Medal
Presented to the member of the Senior Class whose character, leadership, and fortitude most closely reflect the ideals that inspired William Cardinal O'Connell to found this School in the name of St. Sebastian
Gary J. McCall, Patrick J. McKeigue
The Leslie C. Quick, Jr. Medal
Presented each year to seniors for exemplary initiative, creativity, and perseverance in advancing the mission of the School
John T. Flynn, Timothy R. Souza
The Alumni Award
Presented to seniors, selected by the faculty, who possess strength of mind, body, and character; who display outstanding attitude, effort, and achievement; have innate commitment to excellence in all endeavors; and who have made many and varied contributions to St. Sebastian's School
Aidan C. McCarthy, Matthew T. Noone
BACCALAUREATE AWARDS
Service to the St. Sebastian’s Journal as Managing Editor:
Kevin E. Cummings, John T. Flynn, Aidan C. McCarthy
Service to the St. Sebastian’s Journal as Editor:
Ryan P. Albertson, Nicholas N. Grover, Matthew T. Noone, Maxwell C. Surprenant
Poetry Out Loud Runner Up:
William M. McInerney
Outstanding Contribution to the Slings and Arrows Players:
Ryan P. Albertson,, John T. Flynn, John G. Hentschel, Liam C. Muldowney, Matthew T. Noone, Joseph T. Santosuosso, Thomas M. Scordino, Maxwell C. Surprenant, Cole J. Szeman,, Kevin S. Wakakuwa, Paul F. White
Commitment to the Memory Project:
Thomas C. Cronin,, Brian W. Luppy, Aidan C. McCarthy, Jack K. Sullivan, Paul F. White
Exemplary Leadership, Service and Commitment to the Debate Team:
Maxwell C. Surprenant
Leadership, Service and Commitment to the Debate Team:
Charles S. DeMatteo, John T. Flynn, William M. McInerney
Service and Commitment to the Debate Team:
Colin C. Boland, John K. Chisholm III, Thomas C. Cronin, Richard C. Walsh, Paul F. White
Outstanding Leadership and Service to the St. Sebastian’s Finance Academy:
Nicholas N. Grover
Leadership and Service to the St. Sebastian’s Finance Academy:
William J. Adams III, Colin C. Boland, Timothy R. Browne, John M. Carroll III, Kevin E. Cummings, Nicholas J. Derenzo, Cormac K. Gallagher, Andrew J. Hahm, Samuel F. Ix,, Martin F. Kane III, Brian W. Luppy, Brendan A. Melley, Mark J. Newell, Aidan E. Noonan, Kristian G. Nordby, Thomas E. Proia, Alexander L. Purpura, Jack H. Rideout, Gavin G. Walsh, Richard C. Walsh, Cormac F. Wright
Leadership and Service to the Robotics Team:
Timothy R. Souza, Kevin S. Wakakuwa
Leadership and Service to the Engineering Club:
Andrew J. Hahm, Charles Z. Yang
Leadership and Service to the Student Council:
Cormac K. Gallagher, Brendan A. Melley, Mark J. Newell, Joseph T. Santosuosso, Thomas M. Scordino
Chapel Speech Award:
Jayden J. Grier, Ryan N. Kazmouz, Thomas M. Scordino
Dedication to Creativity, Design Thinking, and the Innovation Process:
Timothy R. Souza, Kevin S. Wakakuwa, Charles Z. Yang
The Boethius Prize: For Dedication to Lady Philosophy in the Philosophy Reading Group:
Charles S. DeMatteo
Six Excellent Years of Participation on the St. Sebastian’s Chess Team:
Charles S. DeMatteo
Service to the School in Assisting at the 7th, 8th, and 9th Grade Retreats:
Ryan P. Albertson, Timothy R. Browne, Michael T. Cataldo, Griffin K. Cusack, Nicholas J. Derenzo, Bennett T. Frisoli, Cormac K. Gallagher, Andrew P. Hasssey, Martin F. Kane III, Aidan J. Maguire, Patrick J. McKeigue, Brendan A. Melley, Liam C. Muldowney, Kristian G. Nordby, Alexander L. Purpura, Thomas E. Proia, Jack H. Rideout, Joseph T. Santosuosso, Joseph G. Sylvester, Cole J. Szeman, Kevin S. Wakakuwa, Cormac F. Wright
Brown and Brown Scholarship sponsored through the National Merit Scholarship Corporation:
Alexander S. Hartman
2022 Coca-Cola Scholar in Recognition of Outstanding Leadership, Community Impact and Academic Achievement:
Maxwell C. Surprenant
2021-22 Foot Locker Scholar Athlete:
Maxwell C. Surprenant
2021-2022 Inaugural Rise Global Finalist:
Maxwell C. Surprenant
2022 Presidential Volunteer Service Award (PVSA), Gold Medal:
Maxwell C. Surprenant
National Merit Scholarship Program Finalist:
Charles S. DeMatteo
Loeb Classical Library Book Prize for 4 Gold Medals on the National Latin Exam:
Charles S. DeMatteo
Loeb Classical Library Book Prize for 5 Gold Medals on the National Latin Exam:
John T. Flynn
Athletic Commitment Award:
Presented to Members of the Senior Class who have participated in athletics each season from their sophomore through senior years.
Ryan P. Albertson, Ryan W. Gallant, Cooper B. McCann, Matthew T. Noone, Thomas M. Scordino
Letterman Award:
Presented to Members of the Senior Class who have earned a Varsity Letter each season from their sophomore though senior years.
Bennett T. Frisoli
ISL Award of Excellence:
For exhibiting the Independent School League ideals of integrity, sportsmanship, fair play, and good citizenship while participating as a multi-sport athlete during his ISL career.
Bennett T. Frisoli
Marine Corps Scholastic Excellence Award:
Charles S. DeMatteo, Kristian G. Nordby
Semper Fidelis Award for Musical Excellence:
Michael C. Connelly
West Point Acceptance:
Kristian G. Nordby
Mothers Medals:
Presented to mothers with three or more sons who have graduated from St. Sebastian’s.
Kristine DeMatteo: Andrew ’11, Peter ’13, Greg ’16, Henry ’18, Charlie ’22
Karen Johnson (McCarthy): Billy ’15, Kyle ’17, Aidan ’22
Daniela Muldowney: Michael ’12, Patrick ’16, Liam ’22
Erin Byrnes (Santosuosso): CJ ’15, AJ ’18, Joey ’22
