Madeleine Rooney

"I'm inspired by the idea that each act of kindness, no matter how small, contributes to building a stronger, more caring community." - Madeleine Rooney, a 2025 Knights of Columbus Scholarship Recipient.

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Madeleine is graduating from Minnechaug Regional High School and is going to Bryant University. We are thankful for all she has brought to our community. She helped to organize the Above The Influence group as secretary, and has been active in many service groups such as The World Care Club and the National Honor Society. She has volunteered many hours at the Soldier's Home, Global Brigades Marketing and Lorraine's Soup Kitchen.

Ryan Oldread

"The hours I spend at St. Cecilia's each week are helping me build my Faith, but more importantly I am building a sense of community for myself and for others." - Ryan Oldread, a 2025 Knights of Columbus Scholarship Recipient

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Ryan is graduating from Minnechaug Regional High School and is going to University of Connecticut to study government and political science. We are thankful for all he has brought to our community. A few of his activities are Varsity Football, helping with Falcon Youth Football, Faith formation assistant teacher, Vacation Bible Camp Counselor, National Honor Society, peer mentor and Student Council.

Noelle Hisgen

"No matter where I go, I want to give back … because everyone deserves help" - Noelle Hisgen, a 2025 Knights of Columbus Scholarship Recipient

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Noelle is graduating from Minnechaug Regional High School and is going to Keene State College for Communications. We are thankful for all she has brought to our community. She is a correspondent for the Wilbraham Hampden Times. She has volunteered with the St Cecilia's Sandwich Making Club and the St Cecilia's Summer Camp. She has varsity letters for Cross Country and for Track and Field. She is also involved with the Wilbraham United Players and Exit 7 Players.