The Class of 2017 Tremendous Twelve

Megan Cornell loves country music, her spirit animal is a dog, and she is quite possibly the most humble person in the class of 2017, if not the world. After she committed to play NCAA Division 1 hockey at an Ivy League school, she did not announce her commitment through a tweet or a ceremony, but rather, when a classmate asked her where she was going, her response was a quiet, “I committed to D...

Achievements and accomplishments in themselves can be seen as tremendous, but Macy Rooney is tremendous in how she shows up in the world and the impact she’s had on others. This loving, fiesty, ambitious, and part-Ecuadorian teen is a quintessential member of the class of 2017 who’s always there for her classmates with advice and the perfect meme. “She’s not only has tremendous tale...

The Red Knight mascot symbolizes our community’s core values: compassion, truth, and knowledge, but more than that, a true Red Knight exemplifies this ideology on the macro and micro scales. A Red Knight affects his community as a whole as well as the individual members who compose it. By nearly any definition, Ben Scherer is the epitome of a Red Knight. Strong leadership plays a maj...

Malachi Johnson is practically a beacon of happiness in the BSM halls. Whether you know him by his booming laugh or bright smile, you’ve seen the charisma that Malachi exudes. His self-confidence, ambition, and imagination are undeniable parts of his personality, even though Malachi thinks those aspects might come off as cocky to many. “Honestly, if I met somebody who was just like me I ...

Amidst the pressure of which sports to play and which clubs to join, Cora Wyvell has already found what she’s passionate about and she’s approached it in a way that invokes compassion, inspires others, and defines what it means to be a Red Knight. As an avid volunteer for Gigi’s Playhouse, an organization which offers free therapeutic and educational training to individuals with D...

Colby Clinton is a rare breed. He’s the friend everyone wishes they had and the kind of person that knows everyone. He’s rarely seen without his genuine smile and bouncing walk. Colby is the perfect balance of an ambivert––he’s both an outgoing person and a great listener. “I feel like I’m kind of middle ground, probably more of an extrovert a little bit, but sometimes I�...

Drew Ormsby is one of the most beloved members of the BSM community. Participating in not only the alpine ski and debate teams and managing the football and soccer teams, Drew has also become one of the most distinguished members of the senior class. All members of the community recognize how Drew is far above his peers. Social Studies teacher Keith Jones has had a close relationship with this tremendous...

There is seldom a day when one strolls down the main hallway without hearing an enthused “Hiiiiiiiii!” or explosive “Yeaaaaaaah!” from perhaps the happiest person in the school: senior class president Mark Racchini. While widely regarded as a bubbly presence in the halls, Mark’s involvement as a leader for both BSM and his wider community are why he truly embodies the word “treme...

Volunteering is an important aspect of Benilde-St. Margaret’s; a core part of the curriculum is servant-leadership. A senior that exemplifies this model of service, through volunteering, his family, and activities is Carlos McMerty-Brummer. Balancing school, volunteer projects, and sports with his family life has earned Carlos the title “tremendous.” Hailing from Honduras, Carlos h...

When not spending time with her adorable and snapstory-worthy baby brother, senior Alma Godinez is an icon of the BSM hallways. With a passion for social justice, a dedication to helping others, and a willingness to always lend a hand, this senior has established herself as the embodiment of service at BSM. One of Alma’s passions is creating a welcoming community at school. Through he...

Whether it’s for her contagious laugh, amazing hair, witty comments, or athletic ability, most people in the BSM community, and everyone in the 2017 class, is familiar with Sedona Brown in some capacity. Yes, Sedona is a standout player on both the varsity hockey and softball teams, and yes, she was a manager for the State Championship winning football team this year. However, these notable achie...

Senior Sean McCullough is certainly tremendous. He works out about three times each day on average, prepares all of his meals on Sundays, and values a strong work ethic above all else. Sean McCullough came to BSM in 8th grade due to a change in his old school’s curriculum, and he was initially a joking presence. “8th grade year with Ms. Olson I was trying to joke around as much as I po...