Jesuit’s Class of 2012 produced nine valedictorians. From left are Taylor J. Billings, Jason P. Britsch, Michael M. Ceraso, Christian L. DeBuys, Alexander P. Hebert, Jonathan V. Nguyen, Jacob J. Pritt, Alexander D. Sherry, and Benjamin T. Sketchler (who delivered the valedictory address).          Two hundred sixty-two seniors were awarded diplomas at Commencement Exercises in Jesuit High School’s 165th year on Friday (May 25) at the Pontchartrain Center in Kenner. The Blue Jay Parents’ Club Award for excellence in scholarship was awarded to nine seniors who are the co-valedictorians of their class, having graduated with the highest grade point average for four years at Jesuit High School. They are: Taylor J. Billings, Jason P. Britsch, Michael M. Ceraso, Christian L. DeBuys, Alexander P. Hebert, Jonathan V. Nguyen, Jacob J. Pritt, Alexander D. Sherry, and Benjamin T. Sketchler (who delivered the valedictory address).   Taylor J. Billings received the Reverend Father President’s Spiritual Leadership Award, which is presented to the senior who has exerted the greatest spiritual influence on others by living a life exemplifying his Catholic faith.   Award winners Billings, Dupre, and Scotton Matthew J. Dupre was the recipient of The Julia Ferguson McEnerny Memorial Trophy, Donated by Will Gibbons McEnerny of the Class of 1914, which is awarded to the senior who has a good scholastic record, actively participated in extracurricular activities, and possesses those qualities which symbolize “the most representative student of Jesuit High School.”   David J. Scotton received the  Very Reverend Father Pedro Arrupe Award, given to the senior who has exemplified the spirit of being a man for others by his participation and excellence in service.     Nine Valedictorians in Class of 2012   Taylor J. Billings is the son of Dr. and Mrs. Terry J. Billings of Kenner. He will attend the University of Notre Dame and major in finance. His scholarship offerings include the Louisiana State University Chancellor’s Alumni Scholarship and Chancellor’s Future Leaders in Research Award; National Merit Sponsored University of Notre Dame Scholarship; and, the TOPS Honors Award. Jason P. Britsch is the son of Mr. and Mrs. James P. Britsch of Harahan. He will attend the University of Dallas and is undecided about his major. His scholarship offerings include the Fordham University Fordham Scholarship; Franciscan University of Steubenville Chancellor’s Scholarship; Louisiana State University LSU Flagship Scholars Resident Award and Chancellor’s Student Aide Award; National Merit Sponsored Scholarship; Spring Hill College Presidential Scholar Award and SHC Service Scholarship; University of Dallas UD National Merit Finalist Scholarship and Classics Scholarship; University of Notre Dame Provost’s Scholarship and University Scholarship; and, the TOPS Honors Award. Michael M. Ceraso is the son of Mrs. Michelle B. Ceraso of Harahan. He will attend Fordham University and is undecided about his major. His scholarship offerings include the Baylor University President’s Gold Scholarship; Case Western Reserve University Michelson-Morley Scholarship; Catholic University CUA Scholarship; Fordham University Fordham Scholarship and National Merit Fordham University Scholarship; Franciscan University of Steubenville Chancellor’s Scholarship; Louisiana State University LSU Flagship Scholars Resident Award and Chancellor’s Student Aide Award; Tulane University Presidential Scholar Award; and, the TOPS Honors Award. Christian L. DeBuys is the son of Mr. Laurence R. DeBuys IV of Metairie and the late Elizabeth B. DeBuys. He will attend Texas A&M University and major in mechanical engineering. His scholarship offerings include the Georgia Tech University National Merit Finalist Scholarship; Texas A&M University National Merit Recognition Award, National Merit Finalist Scholarship, President’s Endowed Scholarship, Aggieland Bound Scholarship, Mechanical Engineering Scholarship, Opportunity Award Scholarship, and Non-Resident Tuition Waiver; Tulane University Presidential Scholar Award; University of Alabama Academic Elite Presidential National Merit Finalist Scholarship and Engineering Leadership Scholarship; and, the TOPS Honors Award. Alexander P. Hebert is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Emile L. Hebert III of Metairie. He will attend the University of Alabama and major in engineering. His scholarship offerings include the Auburn University Academic Presidential Scholarship; Fordham University Fordham Scholarship; Louisiana State University LSU Flagship Scholars Resident Award and Chancellor’s Student Aide Award; Millsaps College Millsaps Presidential Scholarship; National Merit Sponsored Scholarship; University of Alabama Presidential National Merit Finalist Scholarship and Engineering Leadership Scholarship; and, the TOPS Honors Award. Jonathan V. Nguyen is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Hon V. Nguyen of New Orleans. He will attend Tulane University and is undecided about his major. His scholarship offerings include the Fordham University Fordham Scholarship; Louisiana State University Flagship Scholars Resident Award, Alumni Association’s Global Leaders Award, and Chancellor’s Student Aide Award; Loyola University New Orleans Jesuit Identity Award; National Merit Tulane University Scholarship; Tulane University Dean’s Honors Scholarship and Valedictorian Scholarship; and, the TOPS Honors Award. Jacob J. Pritt is the son of Mr. Donald Pritt and Mrs. Julie M. Bergeron of Gretna. He will attend Harvard University and is undecided about his major. His scholarship offerings include the Amherst College Harry de Forest Smith Scholarship in Greek and Amherst College Scholarship; Fordham University Fordham Scholarship; National Merit Sponsored Scholarship; University of California Los Angeles Achievement Scholarship; and, the University of Chicago University Scholar Award. Alexander D. Sherry is the son of Dr. and Mrs. Dean M. Sherry of Ardmore, Oklahoma. He will attend the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and major in biology. His scholarship offerings include the National Merit University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill Scholarship, and the Southern Methodist University Founder’s Scholarship and Mustang Scholar Award. Benjamin T. Sketchler is the son of Dr. and Mrs. Jeffrey J. Sketchler of Metairie. He will attend Tulane University and major in biochemistry or biomedical engineering. His scholarship offerings include the Fordham University Fordham Scholarship; Louisiana State University Flagship Scholars Resident Award and Chancellor’s Student Aide Award; National Merit Tulane University Scholarship; Rensselaer Polytechnic University Medal Scholarship; Tulane University Presidential Award and Valedictorian Scholarship; and, the TOPS Honors Award.   262 Graduates in Jesuit High School’s Class of 2012   The following received the Accelerated Program Diploma with the special commendation of Summa Cum Laude: Matthew N. Anjier, Jeremy S. Baldassaro, Andrew S. Barrett, Taylor J. Billings, Matthew J. Braquet, Nicholas C. Braud, Jason P. Britsch, Nicholas J. Burke, Cory P. Cacamo, Zachary J. Carmello, Patrick S. Carpenter, Michael M. Ceraso.   Bradley J Chauvin, Jr., Blake J. Cookmeyer, Nicholas A. D’Antonio, Christian L. DeBuys, Keith P. Delaune, Brennan C. Dorsey, Matthew J. Dupre, Ronald L. Faia III, Colin E. Fulham, Hall W. Guarisco, Darcy Guo, Evan M. Hart.   Adam L. Haydel, Christopher M. Hazlaris, Alexander P. Hebert, Mason E. K. Helt, Jonathan R. Hess, Nicholas J. Hourguettes, Alex B. Janzen, Adam P. Kehoe, Dylan H. Kennedy, Raymond C. Kleefisch III, James H. Lynch, Mark T. Madura.   Jeffrey P. Mauras, Mason R. McManus, Jonathan V. Nguyen, Jordan J. Nuss, Matthew W. Pivach, Charles M. Ponder IV, Eric W. Prestenburg, Jacob J. Pritt, James O. Puente, Rhett M. Reynolds, Ryan C. Roy, Jeffery L. Sanches, Jr.   Benjamin R. Schwehm, Alexander D. Sherry, Alec J. Simonson, Benjamin T. Sketchler, Travis W. Smith, Cristian M. Soler, Collin P. Stansberry, Paul M. Stanton, Adam M. Stierwald, Zachary B. Tosh, Alexander A. Villarejos.   Logan M. Williams, Stuart B. Wilson, Alexander J. Yacoubian, and Benjamin M. Young.   Receiving the Accelerated Program Diploma with the special commendation of Magna Cum Laude: Stephen D. Bardot, Hans C. Bisgaard, Martin J. Breen, Kevin J. Bukaty, Joshua M. Caluda, Max C. Cannon IV, Turner S. DeBlieux, John P. Fleming, Jr., Richard F. Guidry, Kyle J. Hymel, Peyton M. McGaha, Trey N. Moffatt, Justin J. Poole.   Christopher M. Prieur, Jr., Matthieu P. Robért, Nicholas A. Scandurro, Dean D. Vosloh, Christian D. Woodin, and Matthew E. Young.   Receiving the Accelerated Program Diploma with the special commendation of Cum Laude: William M. Baldwin III, Brian J. Barbera, Benjamin J. Birdsall IV, Thomas F. Crumley, Marshall J. David III, Brian C. Dupree, Jr., Matthew P. Hahn, Phillip A. Hicks, Javier A. Molina, Philip T. Murray, Alexander C. Romaine, Mikel A. Rosenberry, Jr., James A. Shoemaker, Cody M. Todd, and Christopher M. Toups.   Receiving the Accelerated Program Diploma for having successfully completed a five-year program above and beyond the school’s ordinary requirements: Todd A. Jacquet, Eric O. North, Henry J. Pittman, and Eric M. Williams II.   Receiving the College Preparatory Course Diploma with the special commendation of Summa Cum Laude: Oluwatomi O. Akingbola, Evan M. Arceneaux, Matthew J. Braud, Christopher R. Chedid, Milad R. Chedid, Quinn P. del Corral, Alexander R. DeRojas, Cade R. Landeche, John T. Lindsey, Jr.   Charles T. Mansour, Stefan C. Oddo, John S. Pharis, Scot M. Pilié, Corey M. Rye, Ethan J. Slawson, Kevin Q. B. Vo, and Wade A. Wyckoff.   Receiving the College Preparatory Course Diploma with the special commendation of Magna Cum Laude: Patrick H. Abry, Joshua P. Allwein, Jeffrey N. Barbera, Michael A. Bordlee, Gregory D. Brousse, Jr., Kyle J. Crabtree, Robert P. Cronvich, Dylan F. del Corral, Francis O. Denny IV, Michael L. Falba, Sean M. Fiegel, Maxwell E. Garrison.   Sean R. Hannan, Blair F. Kern, Cody A. Maffei, Grant J. McClure, Charles N. Mentz IV, Cody J. Mitchell, Daniel C. Moore, James V. Nguyen, Travis W. Noto, Bradley S. Parent, Matthew C. Perque, Richard P. Redmann III, Tyler J. Rooney.   Joseph F. Sansone, David J. Scotton, Christian A. Songy, Kyle P. Springmann, Gage C. Talbot, Kevin R. Tully, Bryant S. Woods, and Christian T. Worrel.   Receiving the College Preparatory Course Diploma with the special commendation of Cum Laude: Donald B. Abadie, John B. Ariail III, Grant C. Barrilleaux, André T. Benoit, Andrew C. Blasini, Logan H. Breaux, Evan G. Camus, Felix J. Ciolino, Bryan J. Costanzo, Jarod T. Cusimano, Austin J. Delery, Donald M. Dey, Jr.   Ryan T. DiMaggio, Sean M. Donovan, Ashton M. Dorsey, Kyle J. Eccles, Ralph C. Freibert IV, Ryan J. Glaviano, James G. Goudeau, Nicholas A. Griffin, Evan A. Hartmann, Oscar A. Hernandez, Jr., Royce A. Hocke, Ibtisam Ismail.   Denis D. Joachim, Jeremy A. Kozel, Colton J. Lyon, Jeffrey L. Madere, Stephen M. Maggio, Tyler C. McCaffery, Brady M. Pechon, Jared D. Prados, Tyler M. Prange, John W. Pyburn, Merlin A. Ramsey, Jr., John G. Rubadue.   Daniel I. Senentz, Jr., Philip W. Smith, Rodney H. Stieffel, Jr., Evan B. Tassin, Thomas Vu, Michael C. Wible, Jr., and Kyle E. Wilson.   Receiving the College Preparatory Course Diploma: Thomas H. Abry, Ray C. Ansardi III, Charles W. Applewhite III, Benjamin T. Bagwill, Tierron Y. Baptiste, Jr., Chad J. Bender, Borna M. Bjeliš, Nicholas J. Boustany, Scott F. Buhler, Nicholas P. Burgess, David F. J. Celentano, Jr.   Justin J. Clark, Adam J. Coote, Kyle G. Corvers, Austin M. Courregé, Frank C. Cummings, Alec R. Daher, Armand P. Daigle III, Edward H. Dawson, Cameron B. Dobbins, William B. Downer, Austin D. Duncan, Benjamin M. Elmer, Alexander P. Farmer.   Alan M. Flake, Zenen U. Flores, Stephen G. Forcier, Emerson R. Gibbs, Andrew M. Giorlando, Michael A. Gogreve, Samuel J. Grace, Michael J. Guste, Jr., Steven C. Helmstetter, Ronald D. Hoefeld III, Jordan M. Holmer, Chad A. Hopkins.   Haider Iqbal, Deion L. Jones, Ian W. Konrad, Andrew M. Landry, Zachary S. Lee, Michael H. Marquis, Jr., Royce E. Martin, William A. McMahon, Nicholas T. Meilleur, Blair A. Milano, Jacob M. Pazos, Gregg A. Putnam, Jr., Michael A. Rebstock.   Tyler J. Richier, Kyle D. Ritter, Alexander J. Roy, Austin J. Schillaci, Nicholas A. Schiro, Ahmad A. A. Siddiqui, Christopher K. Tebo, Bryce A. Toups, Dao C. Tran, Michael J. Veters, Austin T. Vollman, Jacob H. Volpi, Joshua P. Waller, Steven W. Weisler, Jr., Fritz N. Westenberger, Erik R. Wientjes, Gerald M. Williams II, Keith F. Wright, and Howard H. Wu.