JPII students earn saint award

RIDELAND—At John Paul II Catholic School, the Ancient Order of Hibernians presented the St. John Paul II award to Adeline Dewig, seventh grade; Isaiah Chase, eighth grade; Morgan Summers, ninth grade and Alex Thaller, 10th grade. The annual award is given to one student from each class who best exemplifies the school mission, shows a spirit of charity and faith, and is involved in community service.

Photo: John Paul II Catholic School students stand with their statues and members of the Ancient Order of Hibernians. Pictured left to right: Richard Kearns, Richard Smith, Morgan Summers, Alex Thaller, Adeline Dewig and Dave Cullen (not pictured Isaiah Chase).