One high school and two elementary students were recognized last week as recipients of the St. Mary School Outstanding Student awards.

St. Mary Outstanding students

Michael Kalchik, son of Steve and Kathy Kalchik of Gills Pier, graduated last month as a member of the Class of 2007. In presenting the award to him, Principal Chris Smith called Kalchik a young man of “integrity and determination,” and someone who is “always willing to volunteer and help those in need.”

During his high school years, he held various positions in student government, served as a class officer, and played basketball and baseball.

In the fall he will attend Aquinas College, where he plans to major in sports management.

Ellen Winkler and Anna Mikowski, both 6th graders, were named as elementary recipients. Winkler, daughter of Jeff and Janine Winkler of Traverse City, was noted for her prayerfulness, spirituality, compassion, kindness and thoughtfulness.

Mikowski, daughter of Bernard and Michelle Mikowski of Suttons Bay, was recognized for her honesty, joyfulness, positive attitude and diligence. Both girls have become leaders and role models for younger students and served as buddies throughout the year with kindergarten students.