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May 10, 2021Mother Cabrini and Little Violet AwardsThe Mother Cabrini and Little Violet Awards are two of the most coveted awards presented annually. Any faculty or staff member may nominate students for these awards. The members of the senior class are also invited to nominate classmates for the award. An open faculty committee reviews all of the nominations and determines which of the nominees meet all of the requirements for consideration. All of the faculty and staff are invited to vote for the final recipients.
REQUIREMENTS FOR NOMINATION: The Mother Cabrini Award is presented to a Catholic senior who exemplifies the care, love, and selflessness that reflects Mother Cabrini’s spirit through the demonstration of our core values. The nominees received a rosary with the medal of St. Frances Cabrini at the center.
The 2021 nominees are: Taylor Bonura, Kasey Dumas, Veronica Kelley, Celeste Lovecchio, Christina Lovecchio, Heather Pitre
*The winner will be announced during the graduation award ceremony.
REQUIREMENTS FOR NOMINATION: The Little Violet Award is presented to a Catholic eighth grader who exemplifies the care, love, and selflessness that reflects Mother Cabrini’s spirit through the demonstration of our core values. The nominees received a statue of Mother Cabrini.
The 2021 nominees are: Sophia Felps and Elizabeth Gerarve
*The winner will be announced during the award ceremony on May 14.
Co-Worker in the Vineyard and Cabrinian Educator AwardsThrough the work of the Mission Integration Committee, two awards were established faculty and staff: the Co-worker in the Vineyard Mission and Service Award and the Cabrinian Educator Award for Excellence in Teaching and Learning. Any member of the Cabrini community may nominate any faculty or staff member for these awards.
The “Co-Worker in the Vineyard” honor is awarded to teachers or staff members who have served at Cabrini at least five years and who demonstrate support of the Academic Program, who manifest professionalism in their areas of responsibility, and who demand excellence of themselves and encourage excellence in their colleagues.
This year, the year’s recipients are: Athletic Director, Kirk Maronge and Assistant Principal and teacher, Cristen Watters ‘03
The “Cabrinian Educator” honor is awarded to a teacher or teachers who have served at Cabrini for at least 5 years, and who embrace the vocation of educating the minds and hearts of our students and who model our core values of respect, excellence, and service by exhibiting sound moral and professional behavior, by demonstrating a passion for his or her subject matter, and by working as an advocate for the entire Cabrini community.
This year’s recipient is English and Drama teacher, Caroline Harris ‘87.
MSC AwardsWith these awards, we honor the Missionary Sisters of the Sacred Heart of Jesus whose faith and mission brought them to New Orleans to share the legacy and teachings of Saint Frances Xavier Cabrini. Throughout the years, the presence of the Missionary Sisters at Cabrini High has enriched the lives of our students and has contributed to our students becoming “more fully the young women God created them to be.” Today, we pay homage to five of our Missionary Sisters whose dedication and influence have touched so many at Cabrini High and who have contributed so much to the development of our school as the outstanding academic institution it is today. We had a tremendous response of nominations from students and faculty. These nominations were reviewed by a sub-committee of the Mission Integration team.
Sr. Christine Perazzoli, MSC – Sr. Christine's initial role at Cabrini was as a teacher of biology, chemistry, religion, and social studies from 1963 to 1967, but later Sr. Christine became the second principal of Cabrini High School (1968-70) and our first school president (1992-95). Sr. Christine served in child care, education, and administration, but to all the children with whom she came in contact, her importance was her ability to reach out to the most vulnerable and troubled-to be present, to listen, and to practice tough love. She was a strong, gentle, compassionate woman of great faith and dedication to the Sacred Heart of Jesus. Sr. Christine's beautiful blue eyes and her winning smile encouraged those around her to be able to speak to her about any problems they might have.
The Mother Christine Perazzoli Award is presented to a student who best personifies some or all of the outstanding Christian qualities of Mother Christine Perazzoli: Poised, Gentle, Virtuous, Attentive to others, Scholarly, and Dignified.
The recipients for the Sr. Christine Perazzoli Award for 2021 are: Tessa Anderson ‘25, Coco Harris ’24, Emily Moree ’21 and Shania Phillips ‘23.
Sr. Catherine Garry, MSC - Sr. Catherine came to New Orleans in 1966 to teach history and religion and became the third principal of Cabrini in 1970. As a teacher, Sr. Catherine was totally dedicated and committed to the complete education of her students. As a principal, she was a professional whose knowledge, infinite patience, compassion, and creativity developed an organized, comfortable, caring and positive learning environment for all the students and teachers. Sr. Catherine's wisdom and serenity, her kindness and respect for each child she encountered, encouraged their growth into productive young women. Beyond these facts, Sr. Catherine's profound faith, generosity, joy, and kindheartedness can still be felt at Cabrini High. Sr. Catherine currently serves on our Board of Trustees.
The Sister Catherine Garry Award is presented to a student who best personifies some or all of the outstanding Christian qualities of Sister Catherine Garry: Spiritual, Strength as a leader, Business-minded, Intuitive, Practical, and Compassionate.
The recipients for the Sr. Catherine Garry Award for 2021 are: Jayda-Lynn Bullard ’23, Gabrielle Conway ’25, Teon Denet ’21, Kathleen Tomlinson ’21, and Avia Wright ’23.
Sr. Victoria Dority, MSC - Sr. Victoria entered into religious life at Mother Cabrini High School in New York City in 1959 at the age of 18. She received a Bachelor of Arts in History from Cabrini College in Radnor, Pennsylvania, and later became an English teacher at Cabrini High School in New Orleans from 1978-87. She co-authored the book, Saint Frances Xavier Cabrini: Cecchina's Dream. Sr. Victoria was a woman of strength and compassion and possessed a delightful sense of humor. Though suffering with excruciating pain from a debilitating disease, Sr. Victoria always leaned on her faith and showed others around her the strength and power of that faith.
The Sister Victoria Dority Award is presented to a student who best personifies some or all of the outstanding qualities of Sister Victoria Dority: Persevering, Inspirational, Humble, Vivacious, Courageous in the face of adversity, and Humorous.
The recipients for the Sr. Victoria Dority Award for 2021 are: Natalie Albers ’24, Rachael Conaway ’23, Laila James ’22, Riley Mancuso ’22, and Sydney Piglia ’21.
Sr. Alice Zanon, MSC – Sr. Alice was born and raised in Australia where she entered the Missionary Sisters of the Sacred Heart of Jesus. After serving as an early childhood educator in Perth, she made her perpetual vows in her hometown and was immediately missioned to London, England, where she obtained her Bachelor of Education degree at the University of London. After teaching for a while in London, she was missioned to Swaziland, Africa, teaching high school there for three years at St. Mary's Mission. In 1996, Sr. Alice came to the United States to teach religion at Cabrini High School in New Orleans. Sr. Alice's strong faith and deep commitment to the Sacred Heart is evident in her interactions with her students and colleagues at Cabrini.
The Sister Alice Zanon Award is presented to a student who best personifies some or all of the outstanding Christian qualities of Sister Alice Zanon: Adventurous, Spiritual, Devout, Fortitude, Non-Judgmental, Compassionate, Joyful, Intuitive, and Courageous.
The recipients for the Sr. Alice Zanon Award for 2021 are: Jennifer Goens ’22, Tatum Kirkwood ’21, and Bridgette Murillo ’22.
Sr. Catherine DeFranco, MSC - Sr. Catherine was a graduate of Mother Cabrini High School and Fordham University in New York and held teaching certificates in several states. Sr. Catherine had a real passion for education, both as a dedicated teacher in the classroom, and as a wise and gentle counselor and mentor outside the classroom. She taught at Mother Cabrini High School in New York, and Cabrini College in Radnor, Pennsylvania. In 1981, Sr. Catherine came to Cabrini High School in New Orleans where she continued to win the hearts of all while teaching English and later, while working in public relations and in the front office. Sr. Catherine always had a welcoming smile and through her relationships with others, showed her deep commitment to Jesus and imparted a strong message of love and concern.
The Sister Catherine DeFranco Award is presented to a student who best personifies some or all of the Christian outstanding qualities of Sister Catherine DeFranco: Industrious (Hard-working), Organized, Joyful, Determined, Energetic, Benevolent, and Prayerful.
The recipients for the Sr. Catherine DeFranco Award for 2021 are: Elizabeth Gerarve ’25, Emma Graff ’23, Noelle Haydel ’24 and Hailey Thibodeaux ’25.
To view more photos from the May Crowning and Awards Assembly, click the following link: https://cabrinihighschool.smugmug.com/2020-2021/April-2021/May-Crowning-/