Congratulations! CLASS OF 2023

Connor Shannon

VALEDICTORIAN, CLASS OF 2023 | NOTRE DAME

An Excerpt from the Valedictory Address

Our SJC journey has taught us and directs us to act. We live in a society where we witness necessary and unnecessary changes take place because action is being taken, both for the greater good and bad. One of my mantras has always been, “Well done is better than well said.” Although, St. John Baptist de la Salle may have said it better when he said, “Example makes a much greater impression on the mind and heart than words.” The silent leader is more effective than the loud follower. I have no doubt that my classmates will change the world and as we have learned at St. John’s, “change” requires action. So be a leader, act for the betterment of the greater good…and use those skills you learned to create positive change through action.

Breana Alcantara

SALUTATORIAN, CLASS OF 2023| BROWN UNIVERSITY

A Reading of the Class of 2023 Mission Statement

The St. John’s Class of 2023 is a community of inclusive and determined students who share a passion for their spiritual and academic goals. God has given each of us unique talents, and St. John’s has given us the opportunity to not only develop our own talents, but also to grow as one unified Christian family. With guidance from our teachers and upperclassmen, we strengthen each other to overcome challenges. Through every experience, we are called to work to find our vocation. At St. John’s, we listen to God’s call and seek the path set for us.

Throughout our time at St. John’s, we will be committed to grow in faith, character, and community. We will be leaders that make informed and optimistic decisions. We will strive to accomplish our goals and fulfill our Lasallian mission. We will maintain energy and enthusiasm to learn and grow inside and outside the classroom. By serving God and our peers we will become the best versions of ourselves, and we will make St. John’s the best version of itself. With guidance from God and following La Salle’s example, we will become leaders for the generations that follow us.

Live Jesus in our hearts…