Student Accomplishments

The Fran Hudson Memorial Scholarship was established to honor the memory of Francine Hudson, who served as a member of the Trinity Catholic School faculty for over 30 years, first as a teacher and later as Assistant Principal.  Fran Hudson “was smart, kind, honest, and always had a smile on her face as well as a positive comment to share.  She expected excellence from her students, taught passionately, and was fair but tough when you did not live up to her expectations.  She made you want to succeed.” – Bryan Desloge.  This scholarship seeks to recognize the qualities of a positive attitude, a ‘can-do spirit’ and the desire to succeed as a Trinity Catholic School student.

One student in 1st through 8th Grade per year will be awarded a Trinity tuition scholarship in the amount of $500.

The student selected for this award is chosen by teachers.

Each year, the parishioners of the Co-Cathedral of St. Thomas More fund a scholarship for one 7th Grade student and one 8th Grade student at Trinity Catholic School to reward them for their academic excellence. Students are nominated by their peers and selected based on essays and interviews. 

This scholarship will be awarded annually to a family who has their child(ren) at Trinity Catholic School in order to receive a quality Catholic education, despite the financial challenge that it places on their family.  To qualify for the Scholarship, the family must be active members of Blessed Sacrament Parish, regular in their attendance at Mass, willingly share their gifts of time and talent in this Parish, and their child(ren) must have attended Trinity Catholic School for a minimum of one (1) year prior to applying for this scholarship.

One Family will be awarded a Trinity tuition Scholarship in the amount of $1,000.00

Applications must be submitted by April 3, 2026. Principal (and/or their designee) will select three finalists by April 24, 2026. The Pastor will select a winner to be announced on or as close to May 1st.

Family name will be placed on the Monsignor John V. O’Sullivan Family Scholarship Fund plaque and be displayed in the Trinity Catholic School Media Center.

Download an application here.  

7^th Grade, only – AJ will be remembered for his determination, his friendliness and respect to all, and his ability to bring out the best in others.  AJ personified the spirit of striving for excellence in academics, sports, and community service.  This award is given each year to the 7^th Grade student at Trinity Catholic School who best exemplifies AJ’s spirit.

The student selected for this award is chosen by peers and teachers.

7^th Grade, only – Created and inspired by the love and caring John experienced here, this scholarship is awarded annually to a deserving middle school student who will benefit in the development of mind and body and from the visible spirit of love, safety and understanding that exemplifies the essence of Catholic Education at Trinity Catholic School.

The student selected for this award applies and is selected by committee.

8^th Grade, only – The Caroline Brevard Chapter of the National Daughters of the American Revolution offers the DAR Patriotism Medal and certificate.

The following criteria are considered:

HONOR:  honesty – demonstrating high principles, trustworthiness, loyalty, punctuality, moral strength and stability, and cleanliness in mind and body.

SERVICE:  cooperation, meritorious behavior bringing honor to school or community, kindliness, unselfishness, true Americanism; individual responsibility to home, to country and to God.

COURAGE:  mental and physical determination to overcome obstacles.

LEADERSHIP:  personality, originality, demonstrating ability to lead and guide others, good sportsmanship, and responsibility.

PATRIOTISM:  demonstrates fundamental Americanism.

The student selected for this award is chosen by peers and teachers.

8^th Grade, only – The Erica Davey Memorial Scholarship award has been generously founded and funded by the parents of a former Trinity student. This award is dedicated in memory of a bright young girl who maintained determined spirit in spite of overwhelming odds.  Her love of learning and dedication to athletics, her sensitivity and compassion for others, her loyal bonds of friendship, and her great zest for life are qualities that will always be remembered.  The recipient for the ERICA DAVEY MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP will have his or her name inscribed on a plaque, which will be displayed a tTrinity Catholic School.  In addition, the student will receive a $100 check for future educational pursuits. This award is being given to a student selected for showing the necessary determination, perseverance, and character to succeed.

The student selected for this award is chosen by teachers.

8^th Grade, only – The Carolyn Hulsey Fernandez Memorial Scholarship, established to celebrate a remarkable advocate for the arts. Carolyn Fernandez, a devoted mother of four Trinity alumni, dedicated countless hours to our school and the wider Tallahassee community. This scholarship honors her legacy as a champion of the arts which fueled her tireless efforts to cultivate appreciation and engagement in artistic expression for both children and adults. 

The recipient for the Carolyn Hulsey Fernandez Memorial Scholarship will have his or her name inscribed on a plaque, which will be displayed at Trinity Catholic School.  In addition, the student will receive a $100 check for future educational pursuits.

The student selected for this award is chosen by the Art and Music teachers.

8^th Grade, only – In honor of Mrs. Jan Jarrett, who retired after teaching 30 years at Trinity, an annual award has been established.  The values taught by Mrs. Jarrett in her “BE KIND” Kindergarten classes are kindness, thoughtfulness, and Christian friendship is awarded to one boy and one girl.

The students selected for this award are chosen by peers and teachers.

8^th Grade, only – The fate of America lies in the hands of our leaders.  Some of the long-term problems and challenges we face today, plus many new ones, will be handed on to our children who will make decisions based on the information and education we have given them.  The President’s Education Awards Program was developed to recognize and honor those students who have achieved high academic goals by their hard work and dedication to learning, earning at least a 3.5 G. P. A. along with 85% or better on the Mathematics and Reading sections of the I.T.B.S. Test.

8^th Grade, only – This award goes to the student athletes that have shown their coaches not only their abilities, but good sportsmanship, leadership and teamwork.  Their names have been added to the plaque that hangs in the Media Center for all to see.

The student selected for this award is chosen by the highest rankings from the coaches of boys and girls basketball, boys and girls’ soccer, volleyball, baseball, softball, track, and cross country.

6^th, 7^th, and 8^th Grade – The Sister Rose-Ailene Chapter of the National Junior Honor Society at Trinity Catholic School is an organization that promotes appropriate recognition for its students who reflect outstanding accomplishments in the areas of scholarship, leadership, character, service, and citizenship.  Students are eligible for admittance in NJHS during their 6^th grade year, in accordance with The Sister Rose-Aileen Chapter of the National Junior Honor Society Bylaws. The initial invitation is based on G.P.A.  Those students who are eligible are required to complete an application to join.  The first part of admission into NJHS is submitting the application on time.  Applications are reviewed by a committee made up of middle school teachers and an administrator.  The reviews are based on contents of the application and elements of character, including, but not limited to: conduct, sportsmanship, general attitude and outlook, class performance, willingness to help, positive peer relationships, leadership by example, and concern for others.

8^th Grade, only – Once admitted into NJHS, students who have maintained a minimum of a 3.5 grade point average, completed at least 20 hours of community service, and have upheld the highest standards of conduct and behavior, both in and out of school, will wear white stoles for the graduation mass. (These stoles can be purchased or returned after the graduation mass.)

8^th Grade, only – Gold chords will be awarded to 8^th Grade students who have maintained a 3.75 GPA or higher throughout middle school .

8^th Grade, only – The Trinity Trophy is awarded each year to the 8th Grade student who has maintained the highest academic average throughout middle school, grades 6, 7 and 8.  This trophy also recognizes outstanding citizenship and effort in all areas.  The Trinity Trophy can only be awarded to students who attended Trinity the entire three years of middle school.

6^th, 7^th, and 8^th Grade – A Principal's Award is awarded to those students who have received straight A’s for all four quarters this year.  Gold medals are awarded to those students who have maintained first honors for all four quarters this year, a silver medal goes to those who have achieved first and second honors, a bronze to those attaining all second honors, and commendable achievement for a combination of first, second, and commendable achievements.