St. Thomas Aquinas Award
Aquinas Excellence
The St. Thomas Aquinas Award honors the exemplary alumni, family, and friends who have embodied and advance the mission of St. Thomas Aquinas / Bishop Ahr High School throughout the school's 55-year history. This prestigious accolade recognizes individuals who exemplify wisdom and service, reflecting the values of our school community. "Aquinas Excellence" encapsulates our commitment to fostering integrity, compassion, and leadership, inspiring others to make a meaningful impact in their communities and beyond.
NOMINATIONS FOR OUR 2026 AWARDS ARE CLOSED.
The St. Thomas Aquinas Award recognizes individuals whose character, service, and dedication reflect the spirit and values of the BGA/STA community. Eligible nominees include:
- Alumni who graduated at least five years ago
- Administrators, faculty, or staff with five or more years of meaningful association with the school
- Individuals who maintain a strong and active connection to the BGA/STA community
Nominees must embody the Mission Statement of Bishop Ahr/St. Thomas Aquinas High School through their personal and professional lives.
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St. Thomas Aquinas Award Inductees
| Reverend Msgr. Michael Alliegro | Mr. William Gerald McCormick, '98 |
| Sister Cynthia Marie Babyak, C.S.S.F. | Mr. Robert Merski |
| Mr. Edwin Bast, '73 | Mr. Tom Michaels |
| Mr. John Borys | Sister Marilyn Minter, C.S.S.F. |
| Mrs. Catherine Brady | Dr. Janet Onufer-Michael, O.D. |
| Msgr. Richard C. Brietske | Mr. Joseph Parauda (posthumously) |
| Mr. & Mrs. Charles A Burt | Msgr. A.J. Perini |
| Ms. Margaret Collins | Mrs. Frances Perlin |
| Mr. John Czajkowski, '84 | Mr. Gary Phillips |
| Mr. & Mrs. Alphonse Dama | Mr. Joseph (Rocky) Prosdocimo |
| Mrs. Joanne Eckert | Mr. Robert Reidinger |
| Mr. Robert Gironda | Mrs. Maureen Rickerhauser-Krall, '74 |
| The Felician Sisters | Mr. &. Mrs. Kevin Roche |
| Dr. & Mrs. Peter Freis | Mr. & Mrs. David J. Samuel |
| Mr. Matthew Kellerman, '75 | Mr. Stephen Sienko |
| Mr. Adolph Kuchta (posthumously) | Mr. Bob Sinka |
| Ms. Maureen Lynch-MacArthur, '79 | Mr. Michael Tirpak |
| Ms. Melanie McGarry | Sister Donna Marie Trukowski, C.S.S.F. |
| Ms. Amy McAuliffe, '86 | Mrs. Susan Williamson |
| Mr. and Mrs. Greg Lind | Mr. and Mrs. Robert Butvilla |
| The Most Reverend James F. Checchio | Mr. Robert Harrison |
| Ms. Linda Hurley | Knights of Columbus - Order No. 857 Woodbridge |
| Mr. John Kronemeyer | Mr. and Mrs. Edward McCafferty |
| Mr. John O'Connor | Mrs. Susan Paluskiewicz |
| Mrs. Martina G. Parauda | Mr. Michael Perullo '80 |
| Mr. and Mrs. John Rasweiler | Mr. Steve Restaino |
| Mr. John Roche '06 | Ms. Elizabeth Savner |
| The Reverend Anthony Sirianni |