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GraduationCeremonyST. BROTHER ANDRÉ CATHOLICHIGH SCHOOL27 June 2024 | 11:00 AMHilton Markham Suites Conference Centre8500 Warden Ave., Markham, ON

York Catholic District School Board Mission With Jesus Christ as our model, we provide allstudents with a Catholic education rooted in equity,well-being and learning. York Catholic District School Board Vision A recognized leader in Catholic education committedto inclusion, excellence and innovation that developssocially responsible global citizens.

Saint Brother André is situated on the ancestral lands and watersof the Anishinabe, Wendat, and Haudenosaunee First Peopleswho still walk with us today. We recognize the closest Indigenouscommunities as the Chippewas of Georgina Island and theMississaugas of Scugog Island.De l’est, du sud, de l’ouest et du nord, nous sommesreconnaissants de vivre sur cette terre qui nous a été offerte encadeau. Nous souhaitons vivre en harmonie avec toutes lescommunautés et les nations qui nous entourent. Que nouslaissions plus que nous prenons pour les visages qu’on n’avait pasencore vus. Nous remercions le Créateur d’avoir ouvert nos esprits à laconnaissance, nos oreilles à l’écoute et nos cœurs à aimer et àaccueillir notre prochain.Father, we thank You so much for our time here togetherFor all the friends we have madeFor all the days of laughter and funAnd for all the times of great discovery and learning.We thank You for all who have given of their energy and skillSo that we can graduate today.Our teachers and mentorsOur family and loved onesWe thank You for them and give them all to You in prayer.As this chapter in our lives closes, so a new one begins.We present ourselves like an open book before You.Come and scribe Your words of life into our lives -Fill our minds with Your thoughtsFill our bodies with Your strengthFill our hearts with Your dreamsThat we might eternally love and serve YouThis day and every day.We ask all this in the glorious name of JesusWho lives and reigns with You and the Holy SpiritWorld without end. Amen.Prayer & Land Acknowledgement

Christine Cosentino, PrincipalGlen Dharmai, Vice-PrincipalAllison Karahalios, Vice-PrincipalNicholas Smeretsky, Vice-Principal Elizabeth Crowe, Chair of the BoardMaria Iafrate, Vice-Chair of the BoardFrank Alexander, TrusteeJohn De Faveri, Director of Education (Interim)Jennifer Sarna, Associate Director ofEducationJoel Chiutsi, Superintendent of Education:School Leadership SBA AdministrationYCDSB OfficialsParish OfficialsFr. Ricardo Davis, Blessed Frédéric Ozanam Catholic ParishFr. Dominic Barber, St Patrick's Catholic Parish

Maria Iafrate Vice-ChairRichmond Hill Carol Cotton MarkhamArea 1, Wards 1, 2, 3, 6 Jonah James Sr. Student Trustee Angela Grella VaughanArea 3, Ward 3, 4, 5 Joseph DiMeo Richmond Hill Monica Galstyn Jr. Student Trustee Frank Alexander MarkhamArea 2, Wards 4, 5, 7, 8 Amira Zamanifar Sr. Student Trustee Theresa McNicol East Gwillimbury/Georgina/Newmarket Elizabeth Crowe Chair Aurora/KingWhitchurch Stouffville Jennifer Wigston Vaughan,Area 3, Wards 3, 4, 5 Michaela Barbieri VaughanArea 2, Ward 2 Angela Saggese VaughanArea 1, Ward 1 Sincerely, June 2024 – St. John Paul the Great Elizabeth CroweChair of the BoardYork Catholic District School Board Dear Graduates,Congratulations on reaching this incredible milestone in your life journey! As you step forth from the halls of this school, remember to carry with you the invaluable gifts of curiosity, resilience and compassion that were nurtured within you during your time here. Embrace these qualities as guiding lights as you navigate the adventures that lie ahead. I encourage you to be fearless in the pursuit of your dreams. Let nothing deter you from pursuing your passions with unwavering determination and enthusiasm. Remember, the world is full of possibilities to explore; all you need is your courage to propel you forward. Never underestimate your potential to change the world. Each of you possesses unique talents and abilities that when unleashed can make a profound difference in the lives of others. Approach every challenge with an open heart and a willingness to serve, and you will undoubtedly leave a lasting impact wherever you go. Above all, hold fast to your faith in God as you journey through life's ups and downs. Trust in His plan for you, and allow His love to guide you through every triumph and tribulation, knowing that He walks beside you every step of the way. As you celebrate this momentous occasion, remember that the lessons learned and friendships forged within these walls. May your future be bright, your dreams be limitless and your faith be unwavering. With heartfelt congratulations, may God's grace be with you always. "The future starts today, not tomorrow."

York Catholic District School Board Catholic Education Centre, 320 Bloomington Road West, Aurora, Ontario L4G 0M1 Tel: 905-713-1211, 416-221-5051, 1-800-363-2711, Voice Mail Box: 17133 Fax: 905-713-1272 ● www.ycdsb.ca Frank S.D. Alexander, Trustee – Markham Area 2: Wards 4,5,7 & 8(Milliken/Markham/Unionville) frank.alexander@ycdsb.ca • Home: 905-479-8285 Frank Alexander York Catholic District School Board Trustee June 2024 “Trust wholeheartedly in the Lord … In everything you do, acknowledge him and he will see that your paths are straight.” –Proverbs 3:5-6 Dear Graduates, After many years of hard work and sacrifice, you have made it to your graduation! Throughout your academic journey, you have shown remarkable dedication, perseverance anda commitment to your faith. Today’s accomplishment is possible thanks to the support of yourteachers, families and peers, and we collectively thank them for all their help! As you prepare to transition to the next phase of your life, I encourage you to remember thevalues of faith, compassion and service that were instilled in you during your time at the YorkCatholic District School Board. You are not just graduates; you are messengers of hope, agents of change and bearers of lightto the world. As you embark on this new adventure, may you carry with you the lessonslearned, the friendships made and the memories cherished. Embrace every opportunity youare provided, approach every challenge with a happy heart and never lose sight of whatinspires you. As you move forward, know that you are surrounded by a community that believes in you,supports you and celebrates your successes. Trust in God’s plan for your life, and let His loveguide you every step of the way. Remember that you can achieve greatness and that the worldis waiting for the unique gifts and talents that only you can offer. Congratulations, graduates! May your future be filled with endless possibilities, joyousmoments and abundant blessings. Sincerely,

Yours in Catholic Education, John De Faveri Interim Director of Education York Catholic District School Board June 2024 Dear Graduates, On behalf of the staff of the York Catholic District School Board, I am honoured to congratulateyou on this extraordinary day! As you celebrate your secondary school graduation, I extend myheartfelt congratulations to every one of you. This momentous occasion is not only a testamentto your hard work and dedication; it is also a time to reflect on the support and guidance youhave received from your families, teachers and the entire Catholic community. Pope Francis reminds us that "Life is a journey. When we stop, things don’t go right." I hope you continue learning and growing the skills and character that you developed since your first day of kindergarten. Equipped with your God-given gifts and talents, you are ready to face thechallenges and embrace the blessings that lie ahead. Whether you are pursuing further education, entering the workforce or exploring other paths, Iwish you all the best in your next chapter. May you continue to walk in the light of God's love,using your gifts to make a positive difference in the world. May you find fulfillment and successin all your endeavours and may you always remember the values and teachings shared with youduring your time in Catholic education. As you step into the future with courage and confidence, know that you carry the prayers andsupport of this community with you. Wherever life may lead you, may God's grace accompanyyou every step of the way. Congratulations once again, graduates! May your future be bright, your heart be filled with hopeand your life be blessed abundantly.

Dearest Graduates, It is my greatest privilege and honour to congratulate you on the occasion ofyour graduation from high school. I also extend best wishes to your parents,guardians, friends and family who have supported you every step of the way.Sincere gratitude is offered to the staff of St. Brother Andrè CHS for theirdedication to these students and care they have shown them. It is my hope that your final year of high school was filled with positive memoriesand experiences. You played a leading role in the rejuvenation of Cardinalschool spirit. Your positive example and leadership was an inspiring andcontributing factor to the success of co-curricular life of the school. Youdemonstrated commitment to your studies and your efforts have paid off. Icouldn’t be more proud of and excited for you as you begin a new chapter inyour lives. Remember: success is not just about what you achieve, but who youbecome. Use your wonderful gifts and talents that God has given you to makeyour mark by embracing that which makes you feel inspired, passionate andexcited. You have overcome a number of obstacles in recent years and nodoubt you will face more in the years ahead. Hold tight to your faith andremember that nothing is impossible with God (Luke 1:37). Every challenge is anopportunity, every setback is a lesson. Embrace uncertainty and chase yourdreams relentlessly. Never underestimate the power of perseverance and faith-“Put yourself in God’s hands; He abandons no one” (St. Brother Andre). It is myhope and prayer that you will keep your community close to your heart. Whenyou embrace service as part of your vision for your future, you will truly find thegreatest joy and fulfillment, just as St. Brother Andre, did. The world needs youand all the goodness you have to offer now, more than ever.You will always be a Cardinal. You may have worn your uniform for the last timebut you will forever be a part of our family. Stay in touch and let us know howyou’re doing. May God continue to bless and watch over you always, and maythe Holy Spirit guide you all the days of your life. Congratulations Class of 2024!Christine CosentinoPrincipalSt. Brother Andrè Catholic High SchoolPrincipal's Message

A Message from Catholic School CouncilTo SBA Graduates of 2024,Congratulations from your Catholic School Council on thisvery special milestone we are celebrating here today. Agraduation is something to be very proud of and one thatwould have taken resilience, growth and courage toconquer. Within these walls, you’ve found the confidenceyou need and are now ready to find the new chapter inyour life.May you never forget the roots and memories you madehere. You may be closing this chapter in your life, but theSBA community will always be your home.God Bless and congratulations.Jennifer BahenChair, 2023-2024Catholic School Council

Co Hosts - Kathryn Dunlop & Mark ShouldiceWelcomeO Canada Opening Prayer Land Acknowledgement Introduction of Guests Greetings: Frank Alexander, Trustee - MarkhamLaura Sawicky, Superintendent of Education: School Leadership Jennifer Bahen, Co-Chair of Catholic School CouncilChristine Cosentino, Principal Address to Graduates Salutatorian AddressConferral of Diplomas Tradition of the Tassel Graduation Recognition Awards Valedictory Address Closing Prayer Closing Remarks GRADUATION CEREMONY

CLASS OF 2024AAbbatangelo, Alessandro DanieleAbou-Khalife, Beah MarieAccardo, LeolucaAdeyemo, Faisal AyomideAdore Lino, Leila GraceAgosta, AlessandroAgosta, GaetanoAhmadyar, SiamAli, NicholasAngelo, AmeliaAntony, Isai ValanAprile, Beniamino LuigiArmstrong, Dylan Michael JamesAshmead, Laura Elizabeth LeeBBalmater, Sophia Francine GatchalianBandong, Aiden Christopher Chua Barbeito, David MichaelBarnes, Natalia MarieBaskovic, Giuseppina RosinaBastian, Joshua DavidBattaglia, DomenicBeltran, Paula MarieBenny, Ruthy Joseph Bergonia, Shaye Francine AlgarneBindoo, Nicholas Andrew ChristopherBlommesteyn, Lily IsabelleBlundell, Jacob Dean JamesBoscia, GabriellaBoyd-Yeh, Makenna MadalynBoyko, Aleksandra MaraBrady, Eden RaineBraganza, Michael AlvaroBrennan, Aline KatelynBrooker, Aidan FrederickBrooker, Victoria MarleneBrouillette, Madison LeeBrown, JessicaBrown, Nariyah Keyshia NicolaBruzzese, Alyssa JacklynBuenaventura, Ayden Gilbert ABurke, Alyssa IsabelleButler, Thomas CharlesByrne, Mason PatrickCCaballero, Angelie SaraumCai, EvaCalaitzis, LouieCammisuli, JosephCanu, Sofia TeresaCapell, Logan Anh ThaoCapell, Taijeme Anh ThuCapone, MatteoCarmichael, Nathan JosephChan, Violet Pebbles Hou-YinCheah, Madeline Angela (Maine)Chen, Jaden Chiang-LiChen, Mia AlleneChen, Sean PaulCheung, Cameron RachaelCheung, Yu Ting NicholasChin, Tyra-LeeChionglo, Riley XavierChiu, Ho Lim JustinChoi, Tatiana YazminChong, EdelineChronopoulos, OliviaCicciarella, Isabella AngelaColangelo, Angelica SofiaConstantinou, Joanna RiaCoote, Devon Thomas MurrayCoppa, George SebastianCorpuz, Koen RabangCostales, Josh Louis HoraCruz, Jerico RiverCurcio, Nicholas DavidCvitak, Andrew StephenDD'Andrea, Kaitlyn IsabellaD'Angelo, Maya SantinaD'Elia, Joseph AngeloD'Souza, Sarah StellaDadswell, Ethan

CLASS OF 2024Damtsis, Emma MariaDattoli, AmandaDavid, Keegan RileyDayasthasan, DanyaDe Castro, Maria Isabella Catrina Soliven Dela Cruz, Noah Felix WuDelmedico, DaniellaDeLorey, Emily MarieDi Napoli, GiannaDi Pietro, Zaira EdanDineshkumar, Kenzie DhivyanDiplas, Nikolaos LeonidasDoan, Nicholas TylerDonovan, Alexandra Michaela Doodram, Emmantha Katedos Reis, Olivia SofiaDouglas, Sharone NeriyaDrikos, Dimitri JosephDudley, Deanne MathushaDy, Ryan GideonEEasun, SaraEbrahim, DiyaaEdwin Sabelt, StefanEhiogu, Ophrah FaithEkmali, ElikaElliott, Syrus Zdravko WarrenEnglefield, Grace LindaEsguerra, Ehren Ashton RecioFFanous, LukeFavuzza, AnthonyFerrara, Christina Mary-GraceFiorini, Nicholas BrunoGGadde, Veda AditriGaggioli, Sebastiano MassimilianoGalang-Martin, Lheana MaeGalang, John Leo Umali Gallenero, Shayna SumGallucci, Anthony MarioGambardella, JuliannaGaneshamoorthy, Jaden RitheshGarcia Orsi, AliaGeorgiou, Olivia MichelleGerard, EthanGiacomodonato, MarioGirimonte, GianlucaGracey, Alexandria MaureenGrande, AerielleGriffin, Victoria CarmelaGudelevicius, Isabelle MarieGumiran, Ashley SierraHHaly, Aidan DeanHanasan, Angela Joanne YatcoHaq, Abdul SaboorHaritharan, AksheiyHarkin, Andrew JohnHarley, Samantha Kate CuisonHart, Lilyann Winfield Macdonald Hashem, Yaseen HashemHassam, Selena Claudia SukainaHensgen, Louis Pierre BillHo, Daniel CarterHoo Fung, Jordan ChristopherHristova, Magdalena StanislavovaHsiung, Ethan William Tsz KeungHuh, Kate Yoon-AhIIm, EohjinIoannou, Paul MichaelIskander, Joy PeterJJajenthiran, Akshaya Jarrell, Katelyn CassandraJason, AndreaJazyk, Andrius NginilynJean-Baptiste, KarliaJeyapalan, AbeishaJohn, EthanJones, Maija-Liisa GraceJoseph, Arthigha Katrine Joseph, Kaylynn JoelleJoseph, Samara MaryJoshy, Joel

CLASS OF 2024KKadambat, Adam JoeKaragias, Constantine George Karailiadis, Elena FloraKaranopoulos, MarcoKasias, Jordan MatthewKasthuriratne, Chloe SamanthaKestane, Hayk PierreKim, Mackenzie Yong-HyungKim, Trenton JigonKindiak, Laura Joan FaithKitsos, Kristina AnthiaKitsos, Paul SebastianKokkat, Brady AnsonKonandreas, Katerina MagdaleneKong, Nolan JamesKozis, Anthony NicholasKulasekaran, Antony GauthamKuo, Derek Tsu-AnKwong, Jeffery Lek HinKyriakopoulos, Dimitri RodneyLLam, Aaron BhaskarLam, Isaac Jun-JieLau, Braeden CameronLaw, Faith Sum YeeLawrie, Payton LuzLee-Sue, Kendra AlexisLee, Charlotte Ji HaeLee, Jaylen IanLee, Meng Ling (Aileen) Lee, Ryan BenedictLeo, AnastasiaLeung, Lok Ching Aston Liao, Kimberley Chin YuLiew, Halle OliviaLightfoot, Kristina NicoleLim, Ava ElizeLin, Alysa Qian HuaLinde, Samantha IsabelleLogrono Goncalves, MiguelLook, Justin MaggioLopez, IsabelleLotfalla, Britney Hany Atta MasoudLovatsis, William Matthias KirillLuu, Moi MoiLynch, Claire AshleyMMacedo, Nikita JocelynMacMillan, Bradley GlenMacPhail, Ryan EricMadarang, Christine ClareMagali, Maya AngelinaMagri, Nicholas GaetanoMah, Peyton DanielMak, Chun Hei Alex Maligsay, Ethan MarcusMancini, Isabella LuciaMariano, Jasper Dave RamosMarinis, TiffaniMartella, Fiona LindaMartins, ChristianMaselli, Ada GiuseppinaMathew, Angalena RoseMathew, AnnMavrou, AvaMcBlain, Liam QuintonMcConkey, Bridget ThereseMcCulloch, QuinnMcDonell, Brendan WilliamMcGuire, Colin HarttMcKenna, Pace MichaelMcLaughlin, Daniela RoseMcMillan, Clara FayeMedina Ochoa, Martina SofiaMelo Cedeno, AdriannaMelo Cedeno, GabrielaMeneshian, NoraMerendino, Joanna JadeMesquita, Nathan RobertMesquito-Moore, Zechi DeandreMione, Michael JosephMitsopoulos, HaileyMoncada, Giuseppe FrancescoMorales, Frances Mikaella Ilano Morra, JulianMorrison, Lucas Quinn

CLASS OF 2024Muktar, RamyMusca, Chloe TumblodMutasingwa, Danica AbelaNNasralla, IsabellaNepomuceno, Zachary GilNg, Athena ChloeNicol, Luka AndrewNivicki, AnthonyNusseiri, RaniaOO'Dell, Trevor MichaelObaidi, Fatima SarahOlesen, NicholasOpena, ShayleyOrtiz, Tristan ThomasOtaraki, Oreoluwa PPackianathar, QuincyPaglia, Michael AnthonyPajaro, Julia Mae Maria MarquezPalacios, SydneyPastore, Gianluca RosarioPereira, Joshua PaulPeter, Mike BastianPetralito, Veronica NicolettePetro, Emma HopePicheca, Anthony ManoliPlegas, AikaterinaPopescu, AnthonyPremji, ZaynePrieto Galan, Eva JackelinePriolo, Luca AnthonyQQuartarone, JuliaQuebral, Gabriel DominicQuinn, Norah ElizabethRRabito, Julian DanielRagheb, Hannah RafikRamos, Christian AidanRavichandran, AkanilaReaume, Eathen EmmanuelReid, AtiaRibeiro, Luca ArmandoRocha, Vanessa SierraRojas-Silva, Bella IrenaRose, Kemba Christine Rowan-Eeson, Richard MichaelRusso, Rachael CameranSSabanis, Christina VictoriaSajeba, Sophia Anna-RoseSalasidis, George EvanSamarakoon-Mudiyanselage, AmashaMiyuniSampogna, Julia MaryannaSanderson-Stubbs, Anola AnikaSandoval, Ana BelenSantarossa, Sara MariaSasikumar, VikasSasuman, Julia May VeracionSatsorupan, JeshurenSaunders, Jamie AidanSavaglio, Christina MariaSax, Thomas JosephScala, Matthew AnthonySchembri, AlexanderSciarra, JacobScornaienchi, Anthony GaspareSebastiampillai, Jovitta PriyanthySebial, Sean Michael FrankSeggie, Ryan AndrewSelvakumar, AustinSelvarajah, Vaneesha SharikaSephton, Philip GaelenSeppanen, Owen EthanSgandurra, Massimo StefanShaheenian, Suzanna Mary NareekShenouda, TheodoraSiciliano, James AdonisSivaguru, JessicaSkendos, Elias AlexandroSmith, Emma MadisonSoriano, Andrew JacobSukovski, Michaela Aleksa

CongratulationsCLASS OF 2024CLASS OF 2024 TTan, Ulysses Mikhail Margallo Tanner, Alexander GeorgeTanner, Jack HenryTsung, Tyler Gwun YutTurner, Liam GaryVValdmanis, Vienna ParisVasandani, Ria JolieVassos-Martino, Lauren DeenaVelinor, Blaise St. LouisVella, Matthew JamesonVenderis, YanaVernuccio, Maria Nicoletta TeresaVerre, Brianna IsabellaVolpe, Lianna IsabellaVrantsis, Ella ParisWWall, Shona KathleenWeigensberg, JosephWen, AnthonyWesholowski, Brooke JenniferWitucki-Joquico, Danica ChelseaWong, Chloe MarieWood, Veronica AnneWu, Benjamin Yu ChengWu, Edison JiaxiYYang, CheyenneYee, Nathaniel AndrewYoung, Ella AolaniYoung, Jadae CraigannYoung, Keira KruzYu, Xian Zhi (Kyle)Yuen, Matthew Chi-HinZZaikos, AthanZarifa, Marae RachelZiraldo, Zachary Christopher Michel2023-2024

This program is designed for students who have a passion to pursue a specific sector in oneof five areas: Arts & Culture, Health & Wellness, Hospitality and Tourism and Justice,Community Safety & Emergency Services, Construction and Business. The following studentshave completed all the program requirements, including a bundle of courses, industryrecognized certification and training, experiential learning and “reach-ahead” experiences.They have earned a RED SEAL on their OSSD from the Ontario Ministry of Education. ARTS & CULTUREAshmead, Laura Elizabeth LeeChoi, Tatiana YazminMelo Cedeno, AdriannaRose, Kemba ChristineWall, Shona KathleenBUSINESSBlommesteyn, LilyCheung, CameronGalang, John LeoGerard, EthanJoseph, KaylynnKim, TrentonLee, CharlotteMacedo, NikitaMarinis, TiffaniMorrison, LucasMutasingwa, DanicaNepomuceno, ZacharyQuartarone, JuliaSoriano, AndrewCOMMUNITY SAFETY & EMERGENCYAdore Lino, LeilaBraganza, MichaelHristova, MagdalenaJoseph, SamaraMelo Cedeno, GabrielaSatsorupan, JeshurenSivaguru, JessicaVasandani, RiaWitucki-Joquico, DanicaCONSTURCTIONFiorini, NicholasMorra, JulianSciarra, JacobSkendos, EliasSPECIALIST HIGH SKILLS MAJORHEALTH & WELLNESSBeltran, PaulaChong, EdelineCicciarella, IsabellaCostales, Josh LouisCurcio, Nicholas Doodram, EmmanthaDouglas, SharoneD'Souza, SarahEhiogu, OphrahGumiran, AshleyHanasan, Angela Joanne Jason, AndreaJean-Baptiste, KarliaLaw, FaithLopez, IsabelleLotfalla, BritneyMadarang, ChristineMaselli, AdaMathew, AnnMeneshian, NoraMorales, Frances MikaellaMusca, ChloeRagheb, HannahRavichandran, AkanilaSajeba, SophiaSamarakoon-Mudiyanselage, AmashaSandoval, AnaShaheenian, SuzannaVernuccio, MariaYang, CheyenneTRANSPORTATIONKim, MackenzieMcGuire, ColinSgandurra, Massimo

FRENCH IMMERSION 2023-2024Félicitation à notre troisieme classe d'immersion française àYCDSB. Nous voudrions reconnaitre leurs efforts pendant cesdouze ans. Leurs efforts les ont aidés à être étudiants bilingues quiparlent les deux langues officielles au Canada, le français etl'anglais. Congratulations to St. Brother André’s Graduating FrenchImmersion class. We would like to acknowledge the hard workthese students have accomplished. Their work has allowed themto be bilingual learners speaking Canada's official languages,French and English. Abou-Khalife, Beah MarieAdore Lino, Leila GraceAli, NicholasAshmead, Laura Elizabeth LeeBindoo, Nicholas AndrewChoi, Tatiana YazminChong, EdelineDavid, Keegan RileyDi Pietro, Zaira EdanDonovan, Alexandra Michaela D'Souza, Sarah StellaDy, Ryan GideonGeorgiou, Olivia MichelleGracey, Alexandria MaureenHensgen, Louis Pierre BillHo, Daniel CarterHuh, Kate Yoon-AhIskander, Joy PeterJazyk, Andrius NginilynJean-Baptiste, KarliaLee, Jaylen IanLopez, IsabelleLotfalla, Britney Hany Atta MasoudLuu, Moi MoiLynch, Claire AshleyMagali, Maya AngelinaMaselli, AdaOpena, ShayleyPalacios, SydneyPicheca, Anthony ManoliReaume, Ethan EmmanuelSalasidis, George EvanSandoval, Ana BelenVassos-Martino, Lauren DeenaVerre, Brianna IsabellaWen, AnthonyWu, Benjamin Yu ChengYoung, Keira Kruz

DEPARTMENTAL RECOGNITION AWARDSARTS AWARDSPresented to a student who has demonstratedoutstanding work ethic, creativity and expressive vision,commitment and dedication to the Arts.INSTRUMENTAL MUSICLEOLUCA ACCARDOVISUAL ARTSSARA SANTAROSSAVOCAL/CHORAL MUSICAVA LIMBUSINESS STUDIES AWARDPresented to a student who has attained a consistentlystrong academic performance in at least two or moresenior courses and who has actively participated in one ormore Business Department initiatives such as BusinessSHSM, DECA, Financial Literacy Society.LUCAS MORRISON

CANADIAN WORLD STUDIES AWARDPresented to a student who has excelled in two or morecourses and has demonstrated excellent communicationand critical thinking skills. DANICA WITUCKI-JOQUICOSOCIAL SCIENCES AND HUMANITIESAWARDPresented to a student who has excelled in two or morecourses and has demonstrated enthusiasm and an aptitude in this subject area. HAILEY MITSOPOULOSCOOPERATIVE EDUCATION AWARDPresented to a student who has demonstrated anexceptional work ethic in both academic achievement andworkplace performance, and who has exemplifiedemployability skills, such as teamwork, communication,multi-tasking, critical thinking, problem-solving andcommitment to continuous learning.OLIVIA CHRONOPOULOSENGLISH AWARDPresented to a student who has attained a consistentlystrong academic performance in English and who hasdemonstrated impressive insight and critical thinking withrespect to a variety of literary genres and forms. LOGAN CAPELL

ENGLISH WRITER'S AWARD Presented to a student who has demonstratedexceptional talent in the art of writing and whoseexpressions reflect originality, versatility, and a highdegree of mastery over the written word.BRIDGET MCCONKEYMATHEMATICS AWARDPresented to a student who demonstrated a leadershiprole in mathematics. This award combines academics,participation, and peer support within mathematics. Thisstudent is a positive role model and consistentlydemonstrates good work habits and drive to continue tolearn. ANTHONY PICHECAMODERNS AWARDSFrench Core Language AwardPresented to a student who has shown a remarkableinterest in language and culture and has achieved anoutstanding level of language proficiency in French. JESSICA SIVAGURUFrench Immersion Language AwardPresented to a student who over the years, has shown aremarkable interest in language and culture and hasachieved an outstanding level of language proficiency inFrench.JOY ISKANDER

HEALTH AND PHYSICAL EDUCATIONAWARDPresented to a student who has demonstratedleadership, excellence and a passion for the Healthand Physical Education program at St. Brother André. ANTHONY KOZISRELIGIOUS EDUCATION AWARD Presented to a student who has demonstrated ongoingsolid faith formation and is a role model who lives outthe Gospel values in their daily life. DEVON COOTESCIENCE AWARDPresented to a student who has demonstrated anaptitude for the Senior Sciences and developed a keensense of curiosity for the Scientific Process. MARAE ZARIFIA

TECHNOLOGICAL STUDIES AWARDSPresented to a student who has developed anexceptional skill set, leadership and a passionin the various areas of Technological Studies. COMMUNICATIONS TECHNOLOGYMAYA MAGALICOMPUTER SCIENCEANGELA HANASANHOSPITALITY AWARD: ALDO NARDISCHOLARSHIPALYSSA BRUZZESEMANUFACTURING TECHNOLOGYNICHOLAS FIORINITRANSPORTATION TECHNOLOGYRILEY CHIONGLOALEXANDER TANNERACHIEVING EXCELLENCE IN THE TRADESGIANLUCA GRIMIONTENICHOLAS FIORINI

GRADUATION RECOGNITION AWARDSYCDSB FAITH LEADERSHIP AWARDThis award is presented to two graduating students whohave demonstrated a commitment to the ReligiousEducation program of the school and to the Board’s visionas a recognized leader in Catholic education committed toinclusion, excellence and innovation that develops sociallyresponsible global citizens. CHLOE MUSCAMICHAEL BRAGANZATRUSTEE MICHEAL CARNOVALE AWARDPresented to a student who demonstrates the qualitiesexemplified by the late Micheal Carnovale, former Vice-Chair of the York Catholic District School Board. Thisstudent exemplifies the qualities of perseverance andresilience; exhibits a generous heart; is dedicated tohis/her studies; and works well with and is helpful toothers in school and/or community.CHRISTINE MADARANGCARDINAL SPIRIT AWARDPresented to the student who has made anextraordinary contribution to the co-curricular life of theschool. This student has demonstrated positive schoolspirit, as well as commitment to their studies, throughpersonal example, attitude and effort.KATE HUH

DEACON VERN BECHARD SCHOLARSHIPJOVITTA SEBASTIAMPILLAIST. BROTHER ANDRE AWARDPresented to a student who has shown growth inpersonal development (socially, intellectually,spiritually, and/or emotionally) and who strives toimprove herself/himself while working to theirpotential, demonstrating great resilience andperseverance.NARIYAH BROWNJESSICA SAJEBA AWARDPresented to a creative graduating student who hastaken art in gr. 11 and 12 and who has spent time inhigh school developing their artistic talent especiallyin the area of drawing and painting. A student whodemonstrates kindness, integrity, patience andcompassion towards others. A student with anemphasis on a love of art and the creative process.SARA SANTAROSSA

EQUITY, DIVERSITY AND INCLUSIONAWARDThis award honors a student who is a champion ofequity, diversity, and inclusion. The student has ledthe implementation of various initiatives or programsin the school. In addition, the student has shownstrong moral values and has had a broadmindedimpact on the SBA community.OPHRAH EHIOGU OYAP AWARDThe OYAP Award is presented to a graduating student whohas demonstrated outstanding achievement in the OntarioYouth Apprenticeship Program.MASSIMO SGANDURRAYORK CATHOLIC TEACHERS AWARDPresented to a student who has been involved inactivities to improve the lives of the less fortunate,celebrates the hard earned achievements of otherswhile displaying true humility in any personalachievements.JOVITTA SEBASTIAMPILLAI

PRINCIPAL’S LISTComes from Honour Roll and is the top 10 graduatingstudents who have the highest academic averages intheir graduating class.PRINCIPAL'S AWARDPresented to a student who has made a significantcontribution to school life at St. Brother Andre byinvolvement in a variety of activities while working totheir academic potential. SARAH D’SOUZALIEUTENANT GOVERNOR AWARDThis provincial award recognizes secondary schoolstudents who have not only completed the requirednumber of volunteer hours to graduate, but who havegone above and beyond in their volunteer activities.NICHOLAS FIORINI NICHOLAS ALI LOGAN CAPELL OLIVIA CHRONOPOULOS JOANNA CONSTANTINOU NIKOLAOS DIPLAS EMMANTHA (EMMA) DOODRAM DIYAA EBRAHIM TRENTON KIM DEREK KUO ISAAC LAMISSAC LAM CHARLOTTE LEE HAILEY MITSOPOULOS LUCAS MORRISON JOVITTA SEBASTIAMPILLAI LAUREN VASSOS-MARTINO JOSEPH WEIGENSBERG MATTHEW YUEN MARAE ZARIFA

GOVERNOR GENERAL AWARDThe Governor General’s Academic Medal was firstawarded in 1873 by the Earl of Dufferin, and has sincebecome one of the most prestigious awards that astudent in a Canadian educational institution canreceive. The Bronze medal is awarded to a secondaryschool student who achieves the highest average in theirschool upon graduation.NICHOLAS ALISALUTATORIANJACK TANNERVALEDICTORIANSKATE YOON-AH HUHLAUREN DEENA VASSOS-MARTINOOTHER AWARDS AND BUSARIESSKILLED TRADES BURSARYNICHOLAS FIORINISOUTHEAST COLLECTOR ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES AWARDKIMBERELY CHIN YU LIAOUNIVERSITY OF TORONTO NATIONAL BOOK AWARDCHRISTIAN RAMOS2024 SCHULICH LEADER NOMINEE JOVITTA SEBASTIAPILLAI

ONTARIO SCHOLARS 2023-2024An Ontario Scholar is a student who obtains anaggregate mark (total of all marks) of at least 480 intheir top 6 Scholar Credits and has obtained adiploma. Abbatangelo, AlessandroAbou-Khalife, BeahAccardo, LeolucaAdore Lino, LeilaAgosta, GaetanoAli, NicholasAngelo, AmeliaAntony, IsaiAprile, BeniaminoAshmead, LauraBalmater, Sophia FrancineBandong, Aiden ChristopherBarnes, NataliaBastian, JoshuaBeltran, PaulaBindoo, NicholasBlommesteyn, LilyBlundell, JacobBoscia, GabriellaBoyd-Yeh, MakennaBoyko, AleksandraBrady, EdenBraganza, MichaelBrennan, AlineBrooker, AidanBrooker, VictoriaBrouillette, MadisonBrown, JessicaBrown, NariyahBurke, AlyssaByrne, MasonCai, EvaCapell, LoganCapell, TaijemeCapone, MatteoChan, VioletChen, MiaChen, SeanCheung, CameronCheung, Yu Ting NicholasChin, Tyra-LeeChionglo, RileyChiu, Justin Ho LimChong, EdelineChronopoulos, OliviaCicciarella, IsabellaConstantinou, JoannaCoote, DevonCoppa, GeorgeCostales, Josh LouisCruz, JericoCurcio, NicholasD'Andrea, KaitlynD'Angelo, MayaD'Elia, JosephD'Souza, SarahDamtsis, EmmaDe Castro, Maria Isabella CatrinaDela Cruz, NoahDelmedico, DaniellaDi Napoli, GiannaDi Pietro, ZairaDineshkumar, Kenzie DhivyanDiplas, NikolaosDoan, NicholasDonovan, AlexandraDoodram, Emmanthados Reis, OliviaDudley, DeanneDy, RyanEasun, SaraEbrahim, DiyaaEhiogu, OphrahEnglefield, GraceFanous, LukeFerrara, ChristinaFiorini, Nicholas

ONTARIO SCHOLARS 2023-2024Gadde, VedaGalang, John LeoGallenero, ShaynaGambardella, JuliannaGaneshamoorthy, JadenGarcia Orsi, AliaGerard, EthanGirimonte, GianlucaGracey, AlexandriaGriffin, VictoriaGudelevicius, IsabelleGumiran, AshleyHaly, AidanHanasan, Angela JoanneHaq, AbdulHaritharan, AksheiyHarkin, AndrewHarley, SamanthaHart, LilyannHashem, YaseenHensgen, LouisHo, DanielHoo Fung, JordanHristova, MagdalenaHsiung, EthanHuh, KateIm, EohjinIskander, JoyJajenthiran, AkshayaJarrell, KatelynJason, AndreaJazyk, AndriusJean-Baptiste, KarliaJoseph, ArthighaJoseph, KaylynnJoseph, SamaraJoshy, JoelKaragias, ConstantineKasthuriratne, ChloeKim, MackenzieKim, TrentonKindiak, LauraKitsos, KristinaKonandreas, KaterinaKong, NolanKozis, AnthonyKulasekaran, AntonyKuo, DerekKwong, JefferyLam, AaronLam, IsaacLau, BraedenLaw, FaithLawrie, PaytonLee-Sue, KendraLee, CharlotteLee, RyanLeo, AnastasiaLeung, Lok ChingLiao, KimberleyLightfoot, KristinaLim, AvaLin, AlysaLinde, SamanthaLook, JustinLopez, IsabelleLotfalla, BritneyLuu, Moi MoiLynch, ClaireMacedo, NikitaMacMillan, BradleyMacPhail, RyanMadarang, ChristineMagali, MayaMagri, NicholasMah, PeytonMak, Chun Hei AlexMaligsay, EthanMancini, IsabellaMariano, Jasper DaveMarinis, TiffaniMartins, ChristianMaselli, AdaMathew, AngalenaMathew, AnnMavrou, AvaMcBlain, LiamMcConkey, BridgetMcGuire, ColinMcKenna, Pace

ONTARIO SCHOLARS 2023-2024McLaughlin, DanielaMcMillan, ClaraMelo Cedeno, GabrielaMeneshian, NoraMione, MichaelMitsopoulos, HaileyMorales, Frances MikaellaMorra, JulianMorrison, LucasMusca, ChloeNasralla, IsabellaNepomuceno, ZacharyNicol, LukaOlesen, NicholasOpena, ShayleyOrtiz, TristanOtaraki, OreoluwaPajaro, Julia Mae MariaPalacios, SydneyPereira, JoshuaPetralito, VeronicaPicheca, AnthonyPopescu, AnthonyPremji, ZaynePrieto Galan, EvaPriolo, LucaQuartarone, JuliaQuebral, GabrielQuinn, NorahRagheb, HannahRamos, ChristianSajeba, SophiaSamarakoon-Mudiyanselage, AmashaSampogna, JuliaSandoval, AnaSantarossa, SaraSasikumar, VikasSciarra, JacobSebastiampillai, JovittaSelvakumar, AustinSelvarajah, VaneeshaSephton, PhilipSeppanen, OwenSgandurra, MassimoShaheenian, SuzannaShenouda, TheodoraSiciliano, JamesSivaguru, JessicaSkendos, EliasSmith, EmmaSoriano, AndrewSukovski, MichaelaTanner, AlexanderTanner, JackTsung, TylerTurner, LiamValdmanis, ViennaVasandani, RiaVassos-Martino, LaurenVelinor, BlaiseVella, MatthewVenderis, YanaVernuccio, MariaVerre, BriannaVolpe, LiannaVrantsis, EllaWeigensberg, JosephWitucki-Joquico, DanicaWong, ChloeWood, VeronicaWu, BenjaminYang, CheyenneYoung, EllaYoung, JadaeYu, Xian ZhiYuen, MatthewZarifa, Marae

CATHOLIC SCHOOL COUNCILChair: Jennifer BahenSecretary: Nadia MuktarTreasurer: Gilroy PonniahTeacher Rep: Natasha IwanenkoDEPARTMENT HEADS Marie Annecchiarico - Co-op Education Katherine Arrigo - ArtsJoseph Chow - Moderns Kathryn Dunlop - EnglishBruce Evans - ScienceMichael Zorzi - Technological & Computer Studies Rose Frescura - Physical & Health EducationStephanie Pacitti/Deborah Keyes - Mathematics Natalie Kekki - Library Services Kevin Moore - Religious EducationDaniela Raponi - Business StudiesPatrizia Greco - Special EducationMark Shouldice - Canadian & World StudiesSharon Smyth - Guidance

Office Staff:Coutts, Anne - Head Albi, AntonellaBenson, AnneMalik, NargisMarino, DomenicaPino, LauraRiopel, Anne MarieBlack ExcellenceGraduation Coach:James-Vaughan, SaranBehaviour ResourceWorker:Martini, AnnaEducationalWorkers:Barclay, CarolynFisher, CaitlinGoyenechea Roman, LissKelly, PamKovacs, JesseLewis, Sue-AnnPantlitz, MichelleSmith, TristanTuomisto, StanleyYarde, RussellDestreamedTeacher:Rooney, JessicaSUPPORT STAFFACKNOWLEDGEMENTSThanks to the Graduation Committee and all the staffthat volunteered today for their valuable contribution to the success of this event.GRADUATION COMMITTEECustodians/Matrons:Bone, Sue - HeadBuenaobra, LoelaCastillo, AngelitaGuastelluccia, Corrado Metsakal, Brook Monteforte, RobertoPineda, RandelRoberts, BradleyTanos, GeorgeZhao, MonicaTechnician SupportWong, BennyLibrary Technician:Law, CorinnaAlbi, AntonellaBalite, JosefinaBenson, AnneCosentino, ChristineCoutts, AnneDametto, StephanieDelorme, MelindaDharmai, GlenDunlop, KathrynKarahalios, AllisonKocan - Humennyj, LesiaLombardi, GiselleMarino, DomenicaMoore, KevinPiccone, AntonioPino, LauraPontes, MatthewPosa, VanessaRocca, KatrinaSmeretsky, NicholasSmyth, SharonWey, Juliette

Ignatius, SophiaIwanenko, NatashaIyorah, EvelynJannetta, SalvatoreJunior, JessicaKekki, NatalieKeyes, DeborahKhair, EhabKocan-Humennyj, LesiaKrascek, FrankKrnic, DeliaLeandro, KristenLewis, YohannLombardi, GiselleMarashiello, SarahMariani, NicolaMattei, MichaelMcParland, ClaudiaMendes, MatildeMontanaro, SarahMoore, KevinNagy, StephenNewberry, TameraOddi, AlyssaPiccone, AntonioPinto, IngridPontes, MatthewPosa, VanessaRaponi, DanielaRehel, JasonRocca, KatrinaRodrigues, DerekRodrigues, RhyanRogers, LauraRooney, AnnSamuel, StefanTEACHING STAFFAlamparambil, FlannyAnnecchiarico, MarieArabian, CynthiaArrigo, KatherineAugustine, JoyBancheri, VanessaBalite, JosefinaBelfiore, PasqualeBozzo, SabrinaBruce, JosephCameron, ChirineCameron, DavidCanzano, JohnCerzosimo, AdrianCasbarro, AmandaChan Garcia, ClaudiaChow, JosephColangelo, Joseph Comella, AriannaCurrie, MichaelD'Amelio, NatashaDametto, StephanieDelorme, MelindaDenobrega, DonnyDeZorzi, AnastasiaDiNardo, MarkDunlop, KathrynEhlers, LeoEvans, BruceFazari, JuliaFickel, EmilyFrescura, RosariaGallucci, DileneGeorge, RalfGreco, PatriziaHuh, JinSchaffeler, MichaelSchlechter, LauraShouldice, MarkSloane, SilviaSmyth, Sharon Solon, DianneStetca, SilviaTorelli, RiccardoTricanico, PaulinaViney, MaureenVolpe, LauraWey, JulietteWicks, Maria CatharinaWirch, Maria JosephinaWong, AngelaZorzi, Michael2023-2024

CLOSING PRAYERIn the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the HolySpirit. Amen.Gracious and Loving God,We ask, now, for Your almighty hand to be upon ourgraduatesas they and their families celebrate this grand milestone.May our graduates find comfort from this community’scontinued embrace and support as they journey through life.May they find strength in the excellence of their academicpreparation.May they, and we, be always thankful for the privilege ofeducation, that isn't a reality for everyone.Bless their lives from this day on with goodness and success.Enable them to stay true to their dreams for Your greaterglory,to discern what is right, good and just, and to use their giftswisely and in service to others.Empower them to walk into the future with faith, hope, &great loveguided by Your light so that they may use their talents to, inthe words of St Ignatius Loyola, “Go forth and set the worldon fire.”Grace be to them, grace be to us all. And, may almighty God bless you, the Father, the Son, andthe Holy Spirit.Amen.

York Catholic District School Board of TrusteesCatholic School CouncilDGN KiltersExceltec Auto Services Ltd.Markham Auto Repair Markham Lions ClubThe Micheal Carnovale FoundationNellas Canada Inc.Ontario English Catholic Teachers Association—York UnitWeins Auto GroupWoodbridge Sports DomeThe St. Brother André Community is grateful forthe generous sponsors!THANK YOU

Father, I have knowledge, so will You show me now, how to use it wisely and find a way somehow, to make the world I live in a little better place, and make life with its problems a little bit easier to face.Grant me faith and courage and put purpose in my days, and show me how to serve You in effective ways so my education, my knowledge and my skill may find their true fulfillment as I learn to do Your will and may I ever be aware in everything I do That knowledge comes from learning, and wisdom comes from You.AmenA Prayer For The GraduateSt. Brother André