Detroit Archdiocese Honors Class of 2025 Graduates

Graduates from various Catholic schools come together to celebrate their accomplishments at the Archdiocese of Detroit.

News Summary

The Archdiocese of Detroit has celebrated the achievements of high school graduates from 23 Catholic schools, designating top students as valedictorians and salutatorians for the Class of 2025. This recognition highlights their academic excellence and resilience. Graduates were honored during a baccalaureate Mass, with Archbishop Edward J. Weisenburger emphasizing the importance of education. The ceremony showcased 84 graduates, including significant accomplishments such as a Master of Arts in Theology. The community continues to support these young leaders as they transition to future pursuits.

Detroit – The Archdiocese of Detroit has recognized a cohort of outstanding high school graduates from 23 Catholic schools across the region, designating them as valedictorians and salutatorians for the Class of 2025. These honored students have showcased remarkable academic achievements, resilience, and dedication throughout their schooling, and now they are looking ahead to their future pursuits in college, careers, families, and vocations.

This recognition not only highlights their hard work but also serves as a symbol of gratitude from the community for their exemplary performance. The Archdiocese impresses the importance of supporting these graduates with prayers as they transition from high school to the next chapter of their lives.

The list of distinguished students has been carefully compiled from submissions by high schools affiliated with the Archdiocese. It is worth noting that different schools may use varying criteria to select their valedictorians and salutatorians, reflecting a diversity of excellence in academic performance.

List of Valedictorians and Salutatorians

Isabella Seth – University of Notre Dame (Biochemistry), St. Daniel, Clarkston
Presley Krywko – University of Michigan (International Studies)
Emma Bristol – University of Michigan (Elementary Education), St. Joan of Arc, St. Clair Shores
Mary Griffin – Rochester Christian University (Elementary Education), St. Lawrence, Utica
Cameron “Cami” Brewer – University of Michigan (Chemistry), St. Hugo of the Hills, Bloomfield Hills
Katherine “Kate” Boucher – University of Michigan – Ann Arbor (Biomolecular Science), St. Anne, Warren
Quinn Callaghan – University of Michigan (Political Science/Pre-Law), Holy Name, Birmingham
Daniel Holt – Vassar College (Computer Science), St. Irenaeus, Rochester
Max McCarthy – University of Michigan (Economics), Our Lady Queen of Martyrs, Beverly Hills
Henry Clement – University of Notre Dame (School of Engineering), St. Regis, Bloomfield Hills

Commencement and Reflection

The achievements of this year’s class were celebrated during the 100th annual baccalaureate Mass and commencement exercises held at Sacred Heart Major Seminary in Detroit. Archbishop Edward J. Weisenburger presided over the ceremony and emphasized the importance of remembrance, encouraging graduates to carry forward the principles they learned through their education and to impart that knowledge to others.

A total of 84 graduates received degrees during the ceremony, including 47 who earned bachelor’s, master’s, or licentiate degrees. Notably, Kim Kerwin was honored for receiving her Master of Arts in Theology, acknowledging the transformative role her education played in her teaching career. Additionally, the event included the graduation of Deacon Timothy Silver, who earned his Baccalaureate in Sacred Theology and is set to be ordained as a priest.

Networking and Future Endeavors

The Archdiocese of Detroit also recognized the second cohort of “40 Under 40” alumni from the Cristo Rey Network, celebrating young leaders in various industries who have emerged from the network of schools focused on providing quality education to low-income and underserved families. Currently, the Cristo Rey Network encompasses 40 schools, with a track record of helping 12,600 students achieve their educational goals.

As the Class of 2025 prepares to move forward, the community continues to rally around these accomplished students, highlighting the collective pride in their achievements and the positive impact they are poised to make in their future endeavors.