St. John’s Catholic School & Sixth Form College in Bishop Auckland proudly hosted its annual Virtue Awards Evening on Thursday 19th June, bringing together students, staff, families, and community members for a joyful evening of recognition and celebration.
The awards honour students across all year groups who consistently embody the school’s core virtues: Compassion, Confidence, Honesty, Justice, Resilience, Respect, Responsibility, and Self-Belief. The event highlighted not just academic achievement but the character and values that form the foundation of St. John’s ethos.
Headteacher Lisa Byron said,
"Our Virtue Awards are one of the most special moments in our school calendar. They remind us that success is not only measured by results, but by the people our students are becoming - kind, courageous, thoughtful individuals who make a real difference to the world around them."
In addition to year group virtue winners, the evening featured six special awards, celebrating exceptional contributions to school life and the wider community:
- The Sara Davies Award for Creativity and Innovation – David Bentley, Year 13
- The Community Angel Award (sponsored by The Angel Trust) – Lucy Dixon, Year 8
- The Leo Robinson Award for Literacy – Elpida Boutzera, Year 9
- The Bishop Kevin Dunn Award for Contributions to Catholic Life – Jonny Li, Year 12
- The Eagle Award for Key Stage 4 – Jack Richardson, Year 10
- The Eagle Award for Key Stage 5 – Katie Brooks-Shea, Year 13
The event, which included heartfelt speeches, musical performances, and reflections on the school year, left the entire school community uplifted and inspired. The Virtue Awards continue to be a highlight of the school’s calendar, reinforcing St. John’s mission to nurture confident, compassionate individuals equipped to lead and serve in their future lives.
