Tremendous Twelve from the Class of 2019

Annie Pohlen can undoubtedly be defined as unique. She does not fit into the cookie cutter high school student profile: from opting out of college and joining Americorp, to challenging herself with veganism, Annie is nothing but true to herself. Over 90% of BSM students graduate with commitments to attend some form of higher education since it is a college preparatory school and mandatory colle...

When most people hear Bradford “Brad” Shibley’s name, only one word comes to mind: Wow. A brother to Harrison and a friend to all, Shibley is the Prince of BSM and a man of many merits. As an upcoming Boilermaker, a tech genius, a Rubik’s Cube prodigy, a certified black belt, 2019’s Grand Knight, a DoorDash employee, a stone cold fox, an uncle, a twin, a son to Kim and Tony, a Providence ...

Grace Bacon will easily be remembered for her caring disposition and warm spirit in the halls of BSM. Whether talking about the newest Meryl Streep film or needing some adult advice, Grace Bacon is always there to indulge in conversation. For college in the fall, Bacon has decided to attend a University in Europe. “I chose Franklin University Switzerland because it was the perfect fit for me....

As the esteemed captain of three varsity sports (cross country, basketball, and softball), it’s safe to say that Isabel “Izzy” Fleming has the athletic prowess of a Barbary lion. On May 3, Fleming was honored for her success on the court, the field, and the track when she received the prestigious Athena Award, which is given to the top female athlete in the senior class. While Fleming may seem l...

Jane Hoyt is a prime example of a star BSM Red Knight: her hard work and infectious energy has made her a staple of the BSM community. From her leadership in lacrosse, her passion for Latin and science, and her genuinely kind disposition, Hoyt is undoubtedly tremendous. Hoyt’s love for the BSM community is prevalent; she was nominated “Ms. BSM,” a superlative in the 2019 yearbook, and her...

When it comes to being tremendous there are several people that stand out above all, but one man puts his own twist on terrific––John Boulay.  One thing that makes Boulay stand out above others is his mad skills with a controller. Boulay spends many of his hours mastering the craft of video games. If you ever enter a Smash Bros. Tournament and see your opponent’s name is Gooby (Boulay’...

If someone is ever looking for John Whitmore in the halls, everyone’s first answer would be, “Look for the tall guy with the beard.” With his outgoing personality, Whitmore has had a very positive experience at BSM. After six long, active years in the community, it is safe to say Whitmore has grown as a person.  Whitmore was a part of the state championship winning football team his sophomore year. ...

Senior Marley Ballinger is a great example of BSM’s best. She is a kind, welcoming woman who prides herself on inclusivity. This, combined with her talent in Red Knotes, mark her time at BSM. Ballinger is truly tremendous. Ballinger’s time at BSM has allowed her to try new things as well as get involved in more opportunities for activities she already loved. Specifically, BSM gave Ballinger...

Myrka Zambrano spent half of her life in Ecuador before coming to BSM. Now, she is working for change within BSM through her involvement in speech and mock trial, and is striving to improve the United States through her work with politics. Zambrano was born in the United States, but moved to Ecuador when she was in elementary school. “When I was there it was very beautiful and I really liked b...

Rachel Scoggins came to BSM freshman year and has been a great addition to the student body. With her kind hearted spirit and ruthless sense of humor, she has brought laughter and fun throughout her four years at BSM. Next year for college, Scoggins will be attending North Dakota State University. Although it wasn't where she was planning on attending, she is still excited. "I want to go to Nort...

How does senior Remigio Hernandez-Maldonado think his friends would describe him?  “What’s another synonym for funny? I think I’m gonna use hysterical,” Hernandez-Maldonado said. Hernandez-Maldonado is a clever, valued member of the BSM community. Throughout his years at BSM, Hernandez-Maldonado has shared with his friends and classmates his love of cars, his family’s culture, and his uplif...

Vincent DiPerno, known by many as Vinnie, and known for his unique style, is a relatively new addition to the Benilde St. Margaret’s community. He’s lived all across the U.S., finally coming to BSM his junior year. Yet, in this limited amount of time, he has impacted those around him with his unique sense of style, eccentric personality, and great sense of humor: what could be more tremendous t...