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Scholarship Program Celebrated
Upper School students, donors and mentors, Living Legacy Society members, trustees, faculty and staff, and special guests gathered virtually on Monday, April 19 to celebrate scholarship and our exceptional students and alumni. Head of School Dave Farace ‘87, a former scholarship student himself, began the celebration by speaking about the importance of the program.
“The Scholarship Program has helped create life-altering opportunities for so many. These opportunities—for relationships, discovery, and growth are the foundation of a McDonogh education,” Farace said. “We all benefit from having a mix of students from different economic backgrounds as well as from culturally and racially diverse heritages. Different perspectives allow for a more comprehensive educational experience for everyone.”
After expressing his gratitude to donors who support the Scholarship Program, Farace introduced the two scholarship celebration speakers: Lexy Apostolou Pierce ‘01 and Destiny Wiggins ‘21. He noted, “Among their many unique traits, both have been applauded for their strong work ethic and positive attitude—qualities that have made a lasting impression on the school community and that have served them well in life.”
In their remarks, both speakers shared that despite first-day-of-school jitters, they embraced the many opportunities McDonogh offered. They thanked their teachers for their commitment to each student’s learning and growth, friends who became family, and donors whose support is an investment in students.
Pierce elaborated, “A scholarship at McDonogh, is not just a financial investment, it’s something much broader than that. It’s an investment in yourself and in the McDonogh community. And beautifully, when you put work into yourself and in your community, it all leads to an investment in growth. I’m lucky enough to say that for four years, I invested in McDonogh and McDonogh invested in me.”
She went on to offer advice to the Upper School audience saying, “I’d encourage you to think about what makes you most comfortable and do the opposite. Because what I’ve learned is that fear and discomfort act as guides towards growth. So try new things, talk to new people, learn about yourself and each other. Really listen.”
Destiny, who started at McDonogh in her sophomore year, exemplified Pierce’s point. She explained, “My experience at McDonogh has been one of a kind. I grew immensely as a person. Voluntarily stepping out of my comfort zone to make friends, joining the swim team, becoming first chair of the orchestra, and starting the McDonogh 2 Medicine club are just a few things I didn’t expect to accomplish.” She continued, “My McDonogh education has seamlessly integrated into my life and I couldn’t be more grateful.”
In closing, Destiny had some advice of her own, tainted by the pandemic. “If there’s anything I’ve taken from this pandemic, it’s to live in the moment and not settle for comfort. I was so comfortable and fixated on the fact that I could do everything during my senior year that I didn’t live in the moment,” she said, adding, “Don’t let opportunities pass you by. Whether it be to have fun or to challenge yourself, seize them and don’t wait.”
Watch the Scholarship Celebration here.
Upper School students, donors and mentors, Living Legacy Society members, trustees, faculty and staff, and special guests gathered virtually on Monday, April 19 to celebrate scholarship and our exceptional students and alumni. Head of School Dave Farace ‘87, a former scholarship student himself, began the celebration by speaking about the importance of the program.
“The Scholarship Program has helped create life-altering opportunities for so many. These opportunities—for relationships, discovery, and growth are the foundation of a McDonogh education,” Farace said. “We all benefit from having a mix of students from different economic backgrounds as well as from culturally and racially diverse heritages. Different perspectives allow for a more comprehensive educational experience for everyone.”
After expressing his gratitude to donors who support the Scholarship Program, Farace introduced the two scholarship celebration speakers: Lexy Apostolou Pierce ‘01 and Destiny Wiggins ‘21. He noted, “Among their many unique traits, both have been applauded for their strong work ethic and positive attitude—qualities that have made a lasting impression on the school community and that have served them well in life.”
In their remarks, both speakers shared that despite first-day-of-school jitters, they embraced the many opportunities McDonogh offered. They thanked their teachers for their commitment to each student’s learning and growth, friends who became family, and donors whose support is an investment in students.
Pierce elaborated, “A scholarship at McDonogh, is not just a financial investment, it’s something much broader than that. It’s an investment in yourself and in the McDonogh community. And beautifully, when you put work into yourself and in your community, it all leads to an investment in growth. I’m lucky enough to say that for four years, I invested in McDonogh and McDonogh invested in me.”
She went on to offer advice to the Upper School audience saying, “I’d encourage you to think about what makes you most comfortable and do the opposite. Because what I’ve learned is that fear and discomfort act as guides towards growth. So try new things, talk to new people, learn about yourself and each other. Really listen.”
Destiny, who started at McDonogh in her sophomore year, exemplified Pierce’s point. She explained, “My experience at McDonogh has been one of a kind. I grew immensely as a person. Voluntarily stepping out of my comfort zone to make friends, joining the swim team, becoming first chair of the orchestra, and starting the McDonogh 2 Medicine club are just a few things I didn’t expect to accomplish.” She continued, “My McDonogh education has seamlessly integrated into my life and I couldn’t be more grateful.”
In closing, Destiny had some advice of her own, tainted by the pandemic. “If there’s anything I’ve taken from this pandemic, it’s to live in the moment and not settle for comfort. I was so comfortable and fixated on the fact that I could do everything during my senior year that I didn’t live in the moment,” she said, adding, “Don’t let opportunities pass you by. Whether it be to have fun or to challenge yourself, seize them and don’t wait.”
Watch the Scholarship Celebration here.