Lasallian Educator Vincentian Service Awardees

ON CAMPUS Year-End Faculty Awards

LASALLIAN EDUCATOR AWARD: BRIAN McHUGH

At the close of each academic year the Lasallian Educator Award is presented to an exemplary educator whose work is a sign of faith to all who model the Lasallian charism by touching the hearts and inspiring the minds of students entrusted to his or her care. Instructor of Art Brian McHugh joined SHC in 2007, making an immediate impact on the Visual & Performing Arts Program and its students. As described by a colleague, McHugh “is the teacher who goes above and beyond because that’s who he is, not just as an educator, but as an individual. He really cares for his craft as a teacher, and in so many more roles he plays at SHC. He exemplifies all the Lasallian charisms.” McHugh’s dedication to the students of SHC can be seen in his faithful presence at school performances, athletic events and retreats, and perhaps most telling, in students’ desire to gather in his art studio between classes and on breaks. A fellow faculty member shares, “I’ve been in Brian’s classroom where students aren’t even working on projects, they’re just hanging out. It’s a testament of the type of teacher he is and the environment he creates. He is there for the students — always looking out for their wellbeing.” Through the many challenges presented by the pandemic, McHugh’s signature positivity and radiant kindness touched many — students and colleagues alike. As a fellow VPA instructor says, “Brian teaches from the heart and truly cares about the students. His manner and good nature creates an environment where students can be creative.”

Brian McHugh

VINCENTIAN SERVICE AWARD: DR. ANGELICA BAILON

Dr. Angelica Bailon The Vincentian Service Award is given yearly to a faculty member whose work is inspired by the charity of Christ and who models the Vincentian charism by ministering with compassion, mildness, cordiality, respect and devotion. College Advisor Dr. Angelica Bailon joined SHC in 2018, and was appointed as SHC’s Diversity Equity & Inclusion Coordinator in June of 2020. In her relatively short time at SHC, Bailon has been instrumental in the development of the school’s DEI initiatives, ensuring that the school, its faculty, students and curricula are held accountable to serving our mission as it relates to diversity, equity and inclusion. A colleague reflects, “I have seen Angelica grow as a leader while helping the rest of the faculty grow in their own journey towards being better, more authentic Catholic educators.” In her role as DEI Coordinator, Bailon is charged with developing SHC’s strategic plan for diversity, equity and inclusion at SHC while providing professional learning for the faculty and staff, and to lead the assessment and improvement of SHC’s programming and school culture to more fully realize the school’s mission to provide the finest education in an inclusive Catholic community of faith. A fellow faculty member summarizes Bailon’s impact, “Angelica was the right person at the right time to exercise Vincentian leadership for our community. A quiet and strong presence, she exhibits her faith and commitment to SHC’s mission in a professional, respectful manner that calls us to confront our areas for growth while maintaining a hopeful outlook on the future.”