This week eight Falcons were honored as finalists in the University of St. Thomas annual essay contest. Students were invited to attend Mass, received awards from Bishop Sheltz and Superintendent Debra Haney, and enjoyed a brief reception. A special thanks to junior Grace Garwood for reading prayers and sophomore Dana Theroux for altar serving during mass. Congratulations to the following Falcons for their exceptional writing skills: Dana Theroux, Anna Pruneda, Grace Garwood, Kaylee Peters, Juliette Billings, Kathy Nguyen, Alexandra Watson, Ciara Juanico.