Commencement Awards
The 2009 Commencement ceremony on
May 22nd honored a talented group of Marksmen, many of whom received exemplary
recognition from across the country. In addition to numerous scholarships and
accolades, the National Merit Scholarship Program named a record 28 class
members as Finalists, two as Semifinalists, and 18 for Letters of Commendation.
The evening’s class awards included the J.B.H. Henderson Citizenship Award, the School Flag Award, and the Headmaster’s Cup, as well as special acknowledgment of Class President Mark Kane, Co-Salutatorians Mark O’Meara and Conner Pate, and Valedictorian Nathan Long.
The J.B.H. Henderson Citizenship Award is presented to the senior who has genuine concern for others and who is dedicated to the ideals of honor and justice. This year’s recipient, Whit Shaw, “epitomizes the qualities of gentleman, scholar, athlete, leader, and friend,” Headmaster Arnie Holtberg said. “His sense of justice and personal humility are evident in all he does and says.”
The School Flag, awarded to a senior for his loyalty, dedication, and distinguished service to the School, honored both Alex Brown and Tyler Mow-Unland, as “the faculty found it impossible to decide between the two nominees.” Alex was praised as “a young man of substance, creativity, and intellect… [who] has pushed the boundaries of learning and knowledge.” Leading by word and deed and, Tyler “has earned our respect because he first respects all others,… [taking] very seriously the maxim that we want our students to be strong in body, mind, and spirit.”
Finally, the Headmaster’s Cup is bestowed upon the senior who best exemplifies the traits that St. Mark’s seeks to foster in its students: the quest for excellence, intellectual curiosity and commitment, service to the School and community, and concern for others. “This year’s recipient, Brad Travis, is a scholar whose intellectual range is great,” stated Holtberg. “He rises to every challenge and exceeds the highest of expectations.”
Congratulations to our newest alumni, the Class of 2009!
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The evening’s class awards included the J.B.H. Henderson Citizenship Award, the School Flag Award, and the Headmaster’s Cup, as well as special acknowledgment of Class President Mark Kane, Co-Salutatorians Mark O’Meara and Conner Pate, and Valedictorian Nathan Long.
The J.B.H. Henderson Citizenship Award is presented to the senior who has genuine concern for others and who is dedicated to the ideals of honor and justice. This year’s recipient, Whit Shaw, “epitomizes the qualities of gentleman, scholar, athlete, leader, and friend,” Headmaster Arnie Holtberg said. “His sense of justice and personal humility are evident in all he does and says.”
The School Flag, awarded to a senior for his loyalty, dedication, and distinguished service to the School, honored both Alex Brown and Tyler Mow-Unland, as “the faculty found it impossible to decide between the two nominees.” Alex was praised as “a young man of substance, creativity, and intellect… [who] has pushed the boundaries of learning and knowledge.” Leading by word and deed and, Tyler “has earned our respect because he first respects all others,… [taking] very seriously the maxim that we want our students to be strong in body, mind, and spirit.”
Finally, the Headmaster’s Cup is bestowed upon the senior who best exemplifies the traits that St. Mark’s seeks to foster in its students: the quest for excellence, intellectual curiosity and commitment, service to the School and community, and concern for others. “This year’s recipient, Brad Travis, is a scholar whose intellectual range is great,” stated Holtberg. “He rises to every challenge and exceeds the highest of expectations.”
Congratulations to our newest alumni, the Class of 2009!
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Dallas, Texas 75230
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214-346-8000
About Us
St. Mark’s School of Texas is a private, nonsectarian college-preparatory boys’ day school for students in grades 1 through 12, located in Dallas, Texas. St. Mark’s aims to prepare young men to assume leadership and responsibility in a competitive and changing world.
St. Mark’s does not discriminate in the administration of its admission and education policies on the basis of race, color, religion, sexual orientation, or national or ethnic origin.
St. Mark’s does not discriminate in the administration of its admission and education policies on the basis of race, color, religion, sexual orientation, or national or ethnic origin.
