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St. Luke's US Department Distinction Awards

St. Luke’s 2019-2020 Upper School Department Distinction Awards were given in the following subjects: art, designLab, English, history, leadership studies, mathematics, science, theater arts, and world languages. 

Art 
The Art Department recognizes students who possess a dynamic passion and talent for imagining and creating art. They demonstrate a deep intellectual curiosity about the discipline of art. These art students consistently go beyond criteria for any given project, creating thoughtful artworks that demonstrate mastery of principles of art and technical skill. In the magical process of bringing into physical form things that did not exist before, things of significance, these artists craft their own personal meaning through sensitive and powerful expressions. 

9th grade
10th grade
11th grade
12th grade
Charlotte Berliet
Clairborne Beurle
Kiley Galvin
Gordie Stuart


Ryan DeFilippo
Sara Minuesa
Dominic Powilatis Emilia von Lilien-Brockmeyer
Finn Hublitz
Moli Ma
Samantha Schwartz
Jenna Volpitta
Bear Crystal
Summer Klein
Brody Menzies
Abigail O’Meara
Emma Scanlan
Jacqueline Thompson


designLab
Students earning Distinction in designLab have demonstrated strong creative problem-solving abilities through the application of computer science, engineering, or both. They have learned to solve comprehensive problems, both individually and collaboratively, and have shown they can apply abstraction and computational thinking to real-world design challenges. Additionally, they are curious and empathetic and have developed as independent learners through their experiences with the designLab. 

9th grade
10th grade
11th grade
12th grade
Toby Bloch
Josephine DeMarco
George Foster
Mason Pratt
Ethan Xia
Colt Alford
Sarah Case
Kate Ellis
Sam Heine
Fritz Laibe
Amanda Millar
Ella Miller
Caitlin Neafsey
Finn Regan
Michael Riley
Henry Robb
Cal Stuart
Zach Amendola
Shane Carbin
Brian Douglas
Jonathan Hobson
Rex Jensen
Tigerlily Jensen
Pierce Leclerc
Doron Loewenberg
Cate Mathews
Liam Patty
Desmond Pratt
Landon Bachman
Connor Rosow


English
Students receiving Distinction in English must first and foremost have a keen interest in literature – both reading it and discussing it. They also craft essays that are insightful, original, and erudite. Indeed, they look forward to each new book with eager anticipation, and they view writing and speaking as opportunities to express their ideas with style.

9th grade
10th grade
11th grade
12th grade
Josephine DeMarco 
Cessa Lewis 
Macy Millones
Jack Sullivan 
Karey Balkind 
Anna Bradley 
Kate Ellis 
Finn Regan 
Emilia von Lilien-Brockmeyer 
Julia DeLuca
Marguerite DeMarco
Tigerlily Jensen 
Elyse Kim
Molly Kim 
Doron Loewenberg
Moli Ma
Cate Mathews 
Huntley Pizzarelli 
Ellis Beurle
Kayleigh Bowler
Tasia Courts
Tank Intieri 
Laura Mercedes Ruth Mercedes 
Conner Rosow
Raven Sead 
Lily Tencic 
Chris Walsh   
Amelie Warneryd  
Jamie Ullman 


History
The History Department recognizes scholars for their pursuit of genuine understanding about historical events, for their self-discipline in the pursuit of knowledge, for the clarity and insight of their written work, and their consistent contributions toward the stated goals of their classes. 

9th grade
10th grade
11th grade
12th grade
Sam Bauer Claiborne Beurle
Toby Bloch
Peter Cioffi
Peter Corcoran 
Ethan Crawford
Laura Haley
Cessa Lewis
Macy Millones
Mason Pratt
Ethan Xia 
Karey Balkind
Sloan Barker 
Sarah Case
Daniel Clavelli
Matthew Goldstein
Annabelle Santucci
Emilia von Lilien-Brockmeyer
Zach Amendola
Austin Andersen
Julia DeLuca
Aidan Gunn
Jackson Hart
Elyse Kim
Cate Mathews
Danielle Nares
Liam Patty
Sarah Bibb
Landon Bachman
Jackson McManus
Ruth Mercedes
Ally Riley
Jamie Ullman
Chris Walsh


Leadership Studies
Distinction in Leadership Studies is given to students who demonstrate the confidence to lead and work to move their communities forward through deepening their understanding and practice of leadership studies and actions. They are students who listen carefully, participate thoughtfully, act with integrity, and demonstrate academic curiosity and growth in leadership studies. 

9th grade
10th grade
11th grade
12th grade
 
Aarit Bhatnagar --(Ethics of Global Citizenship)
Elyse Kim
--(Ethics of Global Citizenship)
Anna Raleigh
Raven Sead
--Life Worth Living (both)


Mathematics
The award of Distinction in Mathematics is given to students who combine great mathematical aptitude with an intellectual curiosity about the subject. These students are independent thinkers who seek clarity and sound understanding in a mathematical discipline they are studying this year, showing persistence and follow-through in their distinctive desire for understanding and in their passion for learning difficult things.

9th grade
10th grade
11th grade
12th grade
Dean Ambrose
Justin Higgins
Charlie Lewis 
Matthew Riccardi
John Rosseel
Caleb Seiden
Grace Wearing 
Ethan Xia
Karey Balkind
Ashley Barton
Aarit Bhatnagar
Sarah Case
Daniel Clavelli
Amira El Hattab
Kate Ellis
Ryan Frank
Maddie Fredericks
Tommy Lewis
Henry Robb
Annabelle Santucci 
Matthew Sherter
Alex Staikos




Zachary Amendola
Shane Carbin
Julia DeLuca
Anders Ernberg
Jackson Hart
Jonathan Hobson
Tigerlily Jensen
Rex Jensen
Elyse Kim
Molly Kim
Pierce Leclerc
Cate Mathews
Danielle Nares
Ping Ryan
Nick Rutigliano
Liana Seale
Will Siverson


Landon Bachman
Paige Berta
Tank Intrieri
Mia Mitchell
Jamie Ullman
Amelie Warneryd


Music
This award is given in recognition to students who have made outstanding contributions to the success of the St. Luke’s music program. These students bring both ability and dedication to growth. They demonstrate unusual degrees of loyalty, cooperation, and conduct, and they show a commitment to excellence which includes giving their time and talents for the good of the St. Luke’s music program.

9th grade
10th grade
11th grade
12th grade
CHOIR
Cessa Lewis
Macy Millones
Myles Sead
Matthew Seale 
Abby Thomas

BAND
Jack Sullivan

DMP
Charlie Lewis
CHOIR
Nicholas Besgen 
Maddie Fredricks
Shannon Rust 
Will Stamoulis

BAND
Colt Alford
Sam Pakman
Henry Robb
Matthew Sherter

DMP
Tommy Lewis
CHOIR
Adrian Antonioli
Zaire Profit
Liana Seale
Cam Tyler
Claire Watson

BAND
Nicole Ayoub
Jack Ellis 
Claire Watson

DMP
Ryan Sherman
CHOIR
Alexa Feldman
Henry Jodka
Emily Stute
Jamie Ullman 

BAND
Tank Intrieri 
Ruth Mercedes

DMP
Gavin Greene


Science
The award of Distinction in Science is given to students who display significant interest and achievement in the science disciplines. These students engage with the material in intellectual and creative ways, indicating a desire to truly understand the world around them.  They challenge themselves to consistently achieve a deeper level of knowledge and are active problem solvers both within and outside of the classroom.

9th grade
10th grade
11th grade
12th grade
Dean Ambrose
Sam Bauer
Toby Bloch
Kiley Galvin
Ale Lewis
Cessa Lewis
Macy Millones
Sebastian Ortiz
Natalie Owsley
Matt Riccardi
Jack Silverman
Thomas Skinner
Gordie Stuart
Jack Sullivan
Grace Wearing
Karey Balkind
Sully Franz
Finn Regan
Annabelle Santucci
Alex Staikos
Calvin Stuart
Megan Stute
Kiera Williams






Austin Andersen
Jack Briggs
Hayden Critchell
Marguerite DeMarco
Brian Douglas
Jillian Fisher
Tigerlily Jensen
Elyse Kim
Molly Kim
Bella Martino
Cate Mathews
Danielle Nares
Huntley Pizzarelli
Ryan Weil
Skyler Wilkes
Landon Bachman
Ellis Beurle
Jack Durvasula
Tank Intrieri
Mia Mitchell


Theater Arts
Distinction in Theater Arts is awarded to talented actors and designers who take artistic risks, visualize the improbable, collaborate generously, display leadership behind the scenes, and who, with their bravery and creativity, move audience members to tears and laughter. 

9th grade
10th grade
11th grade
12th grade
Adrian Antonioli
Brian Douglas
Jillian Fisher
Leila Pearson
Tasia Courts



World Languages
A student earning Departmental Distinction in World Languages approaches their language study with profound passion, seeking a deep understanding of both language and culture.  They delight in finding opportunities to use the language creatively and, as a result, exceed academic expectations.

9th grade
10th grade
11th grade
12th grade
SPANISH
Maggie Laguzza (2H)
Charlie Lewis (1)
Macy Millones (2H)
Matthew Riccardi (1)

FRENCH
Cessa Lewis (2H)
Flynn Partington (2H)
Myles Sead (2H)


LATIN
Toby Bloch (2)
Peter Cioffi (2)

MANDARIN
Jack Silverman (1)
SPANISH 
Everett Andersen (3H)
Thomas Arnold (3H)
Aarit Bhatnagar (4H)
Sarah Case (3H)
Amira El Hattab (3H)
Ryan Frank (3H)
Alexandra Gall (3H)
Catalina Hendricks (3H)
Annabelle Santucci (2H)
Riley Susser (3H)
Teddy Truwit (3H)
Emilia von Lilien-Brockmeyer (3H)


FRENCH
Kate Ellis (3H)
Sara Minuesa (3H)
Finn Regan (3H)


LATIN
Daniel Clavelli (3)
Amanda Millar (HLit)
Henry Robb (3)
Alex Staikos (3)


MANDARIN
Layla Magnusen (2)
Lilianna Messina (2)
Riley Susser (2)
William Winalski (3)
SPANISH 
Zach Amendola (4H)
Austin Andersen (AP)
Julia DeLuca (4H)
Vincent Di Teodoro (1)
Molly Kim (4)
Eloise Leclerc (4)
Ping Ryan (4)
Ryan Sherman (1)
Skyler Wilkes (4)

FRENCH
Nicole Ayoub (4H)
Chase 
Marguerite DeMarco (4H)
Jackson Hart (AP)
Fredriksen-Isaacs (4)
Elyse Kim (4H)
Pierce Leclerc (2H)
Doron Loewenberg (1)
Bella Martino (4H)
Cate Mathews (4H)
Danielle Nares (4H)
Devon Schiff (4)

LATIN
Jack Briggs (HLit)
Anders Ernberg (HLit)
Jonathan Hobson (HLit)
Will Siverson (HLit)

MANDARIN
Emma Herdeg (3)
Devon Schiff (1)
William Thomas (4)

ANCIENT GREEK
Marguerite DeMarco 
SPANISH
Kayleigh Bowler(AP)
Ruth Mercedes (AP)
Raven Sead (5)
Jamie Ullman (AP)
Marco Volpitta (3H)

FRENCH
Tasia Courts (1)
Brody Menzies (1)
Laura Mercedes (AP)
Wesley Meyers (AP)
Ally Riley (AP)
Emma Scanlan (AP)
Sierra Taylor (5)
Amelie Warneryd (AP)

LATIN
Phoebe Kurth (HLit)
Chris Walsh (Adv)

MANDARIN
Eli Gillespie (Independent Study)





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