"It is the education which gives a man a clear, conscious view of their own opinions and judgements, a truth in developing them, an eloquence in expressing them, and a force in urging them." -St. John Henry Newman
On Wednesday, May 20, 2026, the Brother Martin Class of 2026 celebrated their graduation at the UNO Lakefront Arena in front of proud family, friends, and Partners in Mission who have been with these Crusaders through every step of their high school journey. We are so thankful for these brave young men, and we are thankful for their leadership that will have a lasting impact on our entire community.
You will always be Brother Martin Crusaders, men of excellence who have been formed for life. Crusaders, we look forward to the wonderful things you will do in your lives, great or small. We know that you will use what you have learned in these hallowed halls to help others, to lead, and to guide. As you move into the professional world, remember that the love of God is with you always, as is the Brother Martin Crusader brotherhood.
"We're gonna' fight 'till the skies resound it! We're gonna' win over foes untold.
The Crimson Crusaders are our heroes, they are "the men who never say die."
So while the whole gang is here let's stand up and cheer for Brother Martin High!"
Ametur Cor Jesu! Ametur Cor Mariae!
Brother Martin High School Celebrates 2026 Commencement Exercises
Brother Martin High School held its 57th commencement exercises honoring the Class of 2026 on Wednesday, May 20, 2026, at the UNO Lakefront Arena. The commencement celebrated 157 years of the presence of the Brothers of the Sacred Heart in New Orleans and their mission of student formation and educational excellence. President Gregory M. Rando ‘77 and Principal Ryan J. Gallagher ‘00 conferred diplomas to 200 graduates who are the legacy of a long tradition of Catholic education in New Orleans under the auspices of the Brothers of the Sacred Heart. Special academic awards were presented by special guests and Partners in Mission to graduates for excellence in specific subject areas; several graduates were recognized for their service to Brother Martin. Following the distribution of awards and diplomas, Principal Gallagher stated, “Graduates, we now send you out as ambassadors of good news. May you always draw joy and comfort from your belief in God’s love and your efforts to live it and spread it. And may you always know that you have a home at Brother Martin. Ametur Cor Jesu! Ametur Cor Mariae!”
Valedictorians graduating with Honors include Logan E. Drouet and David B. LaVie, Jr.
Logan E. Drouet, the son of Mr. and Mrs. Kevin L. Drouet ‘90 (Amy), will attend Louisiana State University and plans to major in pre-medicine with a concentration in microbiology. Drouet was awarded the Louisiana State University Flagship Scholars Resident Scholarship, the Louisiana State University LA Tiger Legacy Excellence Award for Children of Alumni, the Louisiana State University President's Student Aid Job, the Louisiana State University Stamps Foundation Scholarship, and the Louisiana State University Stamps Scholarship. He was also a National Merit Scholarship Corporation Finalist. Drouet also received a Brother Martin Academic Scholarship and earned a place on the Principal’s Honor Roll. Drouet was also recognized as an Academic Letterman, AP Scholar, and National Merit Finalist. He also scored a superscore of 36 on the ACT. At Brother Martin, he participated in the District Literary Rally and in several organizations, including the National Honor Society. Drouet also participated in the Crusader Concert, Stage, and Marching Bands, serving as woodwind captain. Additionally, he was a member of the LMEA District Senior High Honor Band. Prior to the commencement exercises, Drouet was recognized as a Golden Crusader at the annual Leadership Celebration. During the commencement exercises, he received the English Award.
David B. LaVie, Jr., the son of Mr. and Mrs. David LaVie (Erin), will attend The University of Alabama and plans to major in communications/pre-law. LaVie was awarded The University of Alabama Out-of-State Presidential Scholarship. He also received a Brother Martin Academic Scholarship and earned a place on the Principal’s Honor Roll. LaVie was also recognized as an Academic Letterman, AP Scholar with Honor, and a National Merit Commended student. During his time at Brother Martin, LaVie participated in Mu Alpha Theta and National Honor Society.
Students graduating with Honors include Ian N. Acosta, Thomas J. Allen III, Daniel J. Aubin, Luke M. Bordelon, Reece W. Bruchi, Samuel G. Caparotta, Nicholas F. Clement, Cooper O. Dillard, Alex M. DiLorenzo, Joshua G. Dinh, Caleb T. Gabler, and Maxwell B. Gaudet.
Christopher M. G'sell, Jr., Jacob S. Gustin, Gavin G. Hardie, Jack E. Heard, Blake C. Hebert, Timothy A. Hilbun, Jr., Andrew G. Hymel, Christopher L. Keene, Carson E. Kenney, Wolfgang F. Labranche, Joshua R. Lara, and Kyle F. Laurendine, Jr.
Anders D. Maitrejean, Vincent L. Molina, Devin G. Nicks, Caleb A. Patterson, Callan D. Pearse, Joshua H. Peavey, Grayson G. Pruitt, Alexander M. Tarifa, and Andrew T. Wender.
Graduates include Jacques P. Airhart, Brady N. Allen, Dylan C. Allesandro, Drake L. Amedee, Alex A. Arcement, Travis L. Aymami, Nicholas C. Bagnetto, Brady H. Barbier, Aleksandro D. Bardales, Kelan N. Barton, Jr., Nikolas Bech, and Evan P. Bernard.
Jacob A. Berthelot, Jonathan M. Berthelot, Benjamin J. Bonewitz, Evan M. Bonomo, Ryan A. Boudreaux, Aiden N. Boykins, Jake T. Breaux, Stephen J. Breaux IV, James B. Brent, Caleb A. Brownlee, Warren H. Brugier, and Jacob M. Brumfield.
Brock J. Buras, Jr., Evan M. Burke, Liam S. Burke, Ian P. Cahill, Gavin A. Cardoza, Ellis J. Case II, Salvatore Caserta IV, Samuel F. Cassreino, Matthew Chapman, Christopher S. Chopin, Jr., Anthony C. Cinquemano V, and Thomas J. Compton.
Brayden M. Cope, Miles D. Cornin, Crawford W. Cross, Julian J. Cutter, Cody J. Dalferes, Jackson N. Dartez, Jacob M. Davidson, Adam M. Delaune, Noah G. DeLeon, Aidan R. Diaz, Alejandro R. Díaz-London, and Dominic A. DiCharia.
Blake G. Dinsdale, Dominic A. Douglass, Jase N. Dubois, Jordan M. Dudley, Brandt J. Dufrene III, Brodie B. DuMontier, Austin D. Dupuis, Collin J. Dyle, Benjamin M. Eisterhold, Eaven P. Emnace, Maximilian J. Estapa-Lorenz, and Julian A. Estrada.
Hudson I. Faucheux, Nicholas A. Ferrara, Jason T. Fisher, Caden R. Flanagan, William L. Fontenot, Brayden J. Forster, Hezekiah P. Fredricks, Christopher P. Gallagher, Dylan L. Garcia, Jacob M. Giroir, Jacob P. Giroir, and Kaeden A. Goodman.
Justin G. Guilbault, Kiernan S. Hardin, Austin R. Helffrich, Jase J. Helffrich, Brandon K. Henry, Jr., Many M. Heymann, Jr., Eric B. Hoang, Cameron D. Hoerner, Hudson T. Hughes, Wyatt L. Hutchins, Graham P. Jacobson, and Jacob M. Janusa.
Devin D. Kensel, Trent J. King, Aiden B. Koenig, Dillan M. LaFrance, Henry D. Lambert, Brennan L. Landry, Bronson M. Leaumont, Rex F. LeBlanc, Ezekiel D. Lee, Payton M. Lee, Kaleb M. Leone, and Noah C. Lewis.
Raymond C. Lim, Parker L. Linn, William J. Lionnet, Rowan K. Lipscomb, Andrew C. Lohmeyer, Daniel C. Lotz, Gabriel K. Luu, Cameron K. Marks, Claiborne J. Martin, Dylan E. Mason, Gavin A. Mazerat, and Will G. McChesky.
Quinn P. McDermott, Caleb J. McKenzie, Jack E. Melancon, Peyton J. Merritt, Noah M. Mese, Jacob D. Mikhael, Logan M. Moran, Imanol C. Moronatti, Kyle E. Morris, Marcus A. Muralles, Joey H. Nguyen, and Gavin D. O'Brien.
Charles M. Occhipinti, Bryce W. O'Hara, Drew M. Palazola, Hayden W. Patterson, William E. Peoples II, Lane I. Pepiton, Carter T. Pham, Gunnar M. Phung, Jacob M. Pichon, Braden T. Piglia, Gabriel J. Pitre, and Remington M. Raley.
John P. Revels, Chance E. Ross, Armani R. Sanders, Jonathan J. Schayot, Ian J. Schlorff, John P. Schwegmann, Daniel M. Seicshnaydre, Nathaniel J. Seipel, Jonathan S. Siggio, Jr., Joshua P. Stone, Nikolaos Stratikis, and Spencer P. Stringer.
Ethan K. Sun, Cannon M. Tamborella, Payton M. Tauzier, Kevaun A. Tervalon, Blaise P. Tingstrom, Jacob W. Trabeaux, Ethan M. Tran, Collin T. Tubre, Bryce C. Tujague, Mateo M. Tuzzato, Aiden S. Uria, and Caden A. Vallee.
Joseph H. Vu, Everett C. Walker, Hudson D. Wall, Jackson B. Whitemore, Mason R. Whiteside, Jax D. Wilklow, Caleb A. Willis, William A. Wiss IV, and Dale A. Zauner.
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