St. Alphonsus Scholarship Recipients

On Sunday, May 19, 2025, the St. Alphonsus Education Endowment recognized several All Saints Academy students during their annual Honors Mass. Principal, Mrs. Megan Schneider, joined members of the Endowment Board to present the scholarship awards.

The Grand Rapids Dominican Sisters established the Sr. Roberta Hefferan and Sr. Olga Mizzi Scholarships in the names of two members of their community who were deeply engaged in St. Alphonsus Parish.

Sister Roberta Hefferan, OP, recognized and responded to the needs of others through vibrant social outreach programs, including the Food & Clothing Pantry. The winner of the Sr. Roberta Scholarship is Thatcher M.  His nominating teachers, Melanie Groh and Vonnie Clark, had the following to say:

Thatcher is always willing to help his teachers and peers with any project: big or small.… He is in the choir at ASA for Mass with Mrs. Clark. He and his family volunteer at St. Al’s Lenten Fish Fry evenings. He attends VBS each summer with his siblings. Overall, Thatcher has a beautiful servant heart, willing to step in at any time.

Thatcher does a great job participating in Liturgical Music. He has a great attitude in the Classroom and at Mass….I love that he is such an active participant in the Parish. He also told me that he ushered at the Cathedral, and the Bishop gave him Communion - I love hearing how important that was to him.

Sister Olga Mizzi, OP, was devoted to religious service and education and brought joy and knowledge to thousands of students as a teacher in St. Alphonsus School. The winner of the Sr. Olga Mizzi Scholarship is Andrew M., who was nominated by teachers Alixe LaFramboise and Liz Beckwith. 

Andrew is a highly deserving candidate for this scholarship due to his dedication to excellence in academics, music, athletics, and service. His passion for reading inspires his classmates, fostering a love for literature within his classroom community. As a talented musician, he shares his gifts by playing the saxophone and flute at Mass almost every weekend at St. Alphonsus. Beyond his talents, Andrew exemplifies kindness, respect, and leadership, making him a valued friend and role model. He truly embodies our core values of faith, learning, loving, and serving in all aspects of his daily life.

The Sean Earl Scholarship is awarded to 7th-grade students attending All Saints Academy who demonstrate strength of character, kindness, and service toward others. Mr. and Mrs. Earl joined the Endowment Board in presenting the memorial award to this year’s recipients Jacob P. and Andrew M.

Miles B. was the recipient of the St. Alphonsus Founders’ Fund Scholarship. The Founders’ Fund Scholarship is awarded to a qualifying new student at All Saints Academy who is also a St. Alphonsus parishioner. 

 Congratulations to all of the award recipients!  Thank you, St. Alphonsus Education Endowment, for your support of All Saints Academy and our students!