Burdekin Catholic High School (BCHS) Student, Casey Calligaro has prestigiously been presented with the 2024 Deus Caritas Est Award as presented by Townsville Catholic Education.
On Wednesday 10 July, BCHS proudly shared the news of their 2024 recipient, congratulating Casey on his celebrated achievement.
“Congratulations to Casey on this remarkable achievement,” shared BCHS.
The award recognises outstanding service guided by faith and draws inspiration from the encyclical "Deus Caritas Est”. Awarded to one student per school in the diocese, the Deus Caritas Est Award exists as the highest honour for a secondary student within Townsville Catholic Education.
Casey was officially presented with the Deus Caritas Est Award on Monday 22 July for the commencement of Catholic Education Week at a special liturgy at Townsville’s Sacred Heart Cathedral.
Bishop Tim presented Casey with his award on Monday evening with his family, Mrs Wolffe and Mrs Dalle Cort also in attendance, showing their support.