One of the most effective ways of teaching children is to teach them through example. What is said and taught in the classroom must be backed by concrete examples of how knowledge can be applied to daily life. Moreover, as our children grow, they look to others around them to inspire and encourage their spirit.

During our school's recent 40th Anniversary celebration we were joined by many of our alumni, parents, and friends. The celebration was a wonderful outpouring of support for the achievements of our school through the accomplishments of its alumni students and families. And as part of the celebration we recognized our first SJE “Alumnus of the Year” as an example to our students of someone who has been a life-long learner in the spirit of St. Paula Montal, and who has applied the principles of "to Live, to Love, to Learn, and to Leave a Legacy" since graduating from St. John Eudes School. We would like to continue recognizing our alumni since, after over 40 years of sending students into the world to apply the lessons learned at our school, there are many alumni that can be examples of the spirit and essence of St. John Eudes.

Because of the special relationship alumni have with our school, each year we will invite all alumni (and other friends of the school) to nominate an SJE alumnus for this award. In October, nomination forms are sent to alumni and friends who are in our database, but a nomination form will also be available at the link below (so if you are not in our database, please feel free to use the form below). Any former student may be nominated (even yourself if you are an alumnus). You may also make more than one nomination if you wish (but please use a separate sheet for each nominee). Nominations must be received in the school office by January 7 each year. The pastor and principal head the committee that chooses the awardee, who will be announced during Catholic Schools Week. A plaque commemorating the yearly award recipients is maintained in the school office.