Tremendous 12 – Keelin O’Neil
Written by Meredith Gallagher · May 24, 2010
Feeding her caffeine addiction, trying new foods, and reading a good book are just a few of the things Keelin O’Neil spends her free time doing. Along with a passion for traveling, a love of new experiences, and a dedication to helping others, the Benilde-St. Margaret’s senior has... (more...)
Tremendous 12 – Alesandro Cecere
Written by Mickey Caufield · May 24, 2010
If you’ve never talked to Alesandro Cecere, he’s probably fine with that. “Teenagers would be better dead,” he said when asked his opinion on high school students. “Or with mustaches. I guess I’m what they call an old soul. I kind of want to be Clint Eastwood... (more...)
Tremendous 12 – Catie Schirmers
Written by Rachel Kaplan · May 24, 2010
Few can boast over 100 hours of dedication to a single activity, much less find time to participate in nine other activities, volunteer at a local hospital, and become a horror movie aficionado: all within four years of high school. Senior Catie Schirmers has managed to do just that. Though... (more...)
Tremendous 12 – Hunter Tomlinson
Written by Katie McClurg · May 24, 2010
Hunter Tomlinson has plenty to be boastful of, but he won’t admit that. The singer, drummer, barista, leader, volunteer, and music fiend, happens to also be described as one of the most modest and down to earth seniors this year. His service work, talents, and experiences are unparalleled... (more...)
Tremendous 12 – Vince Taffe
Written by Margo Graff · May 24, 2010
Skateboard fanatics envy him for his talent in skateboarding that has him traveling all over the country, meeting stars like Tony Hawk and Bam Margers. Music lovers know him as being a member of the band called Straight Edge. Retreat go-ers recognize his face as being a leader on the Peer Ministry... (more...)
Tremendous 12 – Alex Robbins
Written by Aimee Brown · May 24, 2010
One of the five in Latin V, the first violinist in the Benilde-St. Margaret’s orchestra, a member of theater, the knitting team, Link Crew, and Peer Ministry, senior Alexander Robbins has stepped up his repertoire, extending beyond the ordinary and into being tremendous. One of Robbins’... (more...)
Summer plans to backpack through Europe
Written by Kate Schumacher · May 24, 2010
While most students will be sitting out in the sun, swimming at the beach, or hanging with friends, junior Ellie Jaskowiak will be backpacking through Europe. Traveling through Greece, Italy, and Turkey, Jaskowiak will be staying at hostels while experiencing and learning about the cultures... (more...)
BSM alum to appear in Avatar film
Written by Sam Thomas · May 21, 2010
Being involved in Journalism class at BSM may eventually get you a career in which you get to work with a stunt coordinator from the Bourne Ultimatum and James Bond. At least, that’s how it worked for former editor-in-chief of the Knight Errant, Jessica Andres, who is to star in “Avatar... (more...)
Alumni joins Peace Corps
Written by Meredith Cannon · May 19, 2010
In high school, BSM 06′ alum Kari Foley did many volunteer projects through RKVC, organizations like Volunteers of America (VOA), Memorial Blood Centers, and countless others. She was class president for four years, captain of the softball team, and on the Action Team for VOA. Now, at... (more...)
Sophomore to be future designer
Written by Annalisa Huge · May 18, 2010
Sophomore Kate Hinkens has kept a sketchbook of clothing designs since grade school, and for the past few years these scattered designs have finally come to life. This talented young designer is not intrigued by the superficial nature of the fashion industry, so she plans to let her passion... (more...)



