APRIL

The Junior Leadership Mass on April 22, 2022 celebrated the Class of 2023 as the new leaders of Rockhurst High School. Each student received a ring or pin honoring the Class of 2023 and all it has done and will continue to do for the greater glory of God.

Two juniors were also honored with annual awards at the celebration.

Brian Humphrey ’23 received the Thomas R. McGee, Sr. Leadership Award, presented in recognition of outstanding leadership qualities demonstrated during junior year.

Jack Ryan ’23 received the Joseph Patrick McCormick Memorial Award, presented to a member of the junior class who has demonstrated exceptional leadership, co-curricular involvement, service to the school, and Christian values in a superior manner in his life. This was the 50th year of the McCormick Award, commemorated by the participation of Walter McCormick ’72 and Bill McCormick ’76, who traveled from Virginia and Kentucky, respectively, in presenting the award in honor and memory of their brother. The first recipient of the award in 1972, Mike Hilboldt ’73 also helped make the presentation.