Over the last four years, the Class of 2025 has left an indelible mark on the Padua Franciscan High School community.
From their spirited Olympic Day participation to record-breaking showings across multiple sports and thrilling performances on the stage with instrumental, vocal or theatrical events, these students have made the most of their opportunities at Padua and earned their recognition.
On Friday, May 23, 2025, the Class of 2025 was honored for their achievements at Padua’s annual Senior Awards Assembly.
Collectively, the Class of 2025 was offered millions of dollars in non-need-based scholarships from colleges and universities across the country. These scholarships exemplify the successes of the Class of 2025 and underscore the importance of a Padua Franciscan education.
Audrey Malcuit was honored as the Class of 2025 Valedictorian, while Jonathan Nguyen earned Salutatorian accolades. A graduate of St. Michael School, Malcuit earned a grade point average of 5.078 and will attend The Ohio State University. Nguyen is a graduate of St. Charles Borromeo School, and after earning a 4.938 GPA, plans to attend The Ohio State University. Click here to see the Top 10 in the Class of 2025.
During the assembly, the student body and faculty heard from Nguyen, who delivered his address outlining the class’s accomplishments and words of advice for the coming days and years.
“We’re almost there,” Nguyen said. “Graduation is just around the corner, and I know we’re all ready to move forward, to step into the next chapter of life. But before we look ahead and sprint, take a second and breathe.”
“These are moments we’ll look back on: The random conversations in the hallway, Senior Sunrise, Olympic Day, and the absolute chaos of the month of May. Let’s finish these last few days, not by checking out — but by leaning on each other. Let’s laugh a little harder, linger a little longer, and say all the things we’ve been meaning to say. Because high school went by fast, but the way we finish it — that’s what we’ll remember most.”
“So let’s finish this together, as proud Bruins, always rooted in happiness, healthiness, and holiness. Congratulations, Class of 2025. Let’s make the most of what’s left and leave Padua better than we found it.”
Hayden Baker ’25 and Audrey Malcuit ’25 were recognized as National Merit Finalists. Click here to learn more about this achievement.
Fellow seniors Jacob Phillips ’25 and Jonathan Previts ’25 were recognized as National Merit Commended Students. Click here for more on this recognition.
In keeping with Padua tradition, each year the Padua faculty has the honor of selecting a senior young man and woman who best represent the ideals of Padua Franciscan High School. The awards of Mr. and Miss Paduan are given to the seniors who exemplify the finest characteristics of the ideal Padua man and woman. All facets of personality are considered in the selection for this honor, including Christian values, Franciscan compassion, academic dedication, strong character, superior leadership qualities, and concerned citizenship.
The following students were nominated for Mr. Paduan: Kyle Dodig, Matthew Iacobelli, Roderick Love, Jonathan Nguyen and Richard Schuler. The 2025 Mr. Paduan Award went to Roderick Love.
The following students were nominated for Miss Paduan: Taylor Hallock, Sophia Kucera, Audrey Malcuit, Emma Takacs and Emily-Han Truong. The 2025 Miss Paduan Award went to Emma Takacs.
Unique to Padua’s Athletic Department are the coveted Mr. and Miss Bruin awards. The Athletic Department and coaches select the seniors who most deserve the honor of the best athlete at Padua. The qualities on which the athletes are evaluated are their athletic skills, high school athletic achievements, participation, coachability, sportsmanship, leadership, academics, and school involvement.
The following students were nominated for Mr. Bruin: Riley Cervenka, Brandon Homady, Roderick Love, Lucas Palange and Devin Shaw-Mason. The 2025 Mr. Bruin Award went to Roderick Love.
The following students were nominated for Miss Bruin: Braelyn Boguski, Tessa Brousek, Alexiah Bryan, Audrey Malcuit and Ava Schmidt. The 2025 Miss Bruin Award went to Tessa Brousek.
The Phi Beta Kappa Award is meant to recognize a student who exemplifies outstanding scholarship, shows academic initiative, and embodies total achievement. The 2025 Phi Beta Kappa Award went to Emily-Han Truong.
Congratulations to all of our seniors on their many accomplishments! May God bless all of them as they begin the next chapter of their lives.
