Marmion Academy proudly recognized students for their outstanding leadership, character, and commitment to the community at this year’s L.E.A.D. awards ceremony on Friday, April 17, 2026.
ABBOT MARMION AWARD for Spiritual Leadership
Andres Alvarez
Awarded to the student who demonstrates spiritual leadership through involvement with spiritual growth groups, retreats, liturgy, and more importantly, through their life example.
WILLIAM J. DICKSON SR. AWARD for Outstanding Citizenship
Ali Tharwani
Awarded to the student who demonstrates the highest ideals of character and citizenship and is involved with many extracurricular activities to make a positive difference both here at Marmion and in the community.
FATHER PETER ENDERLIN AWARD for Outstanding Leadership
Nicholas Garcia
Awarded to the student who has earned the respect of his peers and the entire school community by being a great example for all to follow. This student exhibits leadership through integrity, passion, enthusiasm, discipline and a positive attitude.
Senior Leadership Awards
- Happiness is a Choice Award – Michael Allen
For continually maintaining a positive attitude regardless of circumstances. - Responder Award – Sam Schatteman
For choosing thoughtful responses over reactions in all situations. - First Follower Award – Ethan Potts
For courageously supporting leadership and helping turn vision into action. - First Step Award – Michael Allen
Recognizing a newer member who has made an immediate and meaningful impact on the LEAD program. - The Empathy Award – Sam Ramirez
For demonstrating strong understanding of others and building meaningful relationships. - Model the Way Award – Ali Tharwani
For leading by example and allowing personal values to guide actions. - Back-Patter Award – Nicholas Garcia
For building strong, positive relationships and leading others effectively. - Table Leader Award – Nicholas Garcia
For exceptional team-building skills and fostering camaraderie. - Circle of Control Award – Sam Ramirez
For demonstrating mastery over attitude and actions. - Best Symposium Speaker – Jackson Washington
For excellence in public speaking and communicating leadership principles. - Challenge the Process Award – Demetrios Carrera
For embracing challenges and continuously seeking improvement.
