ROELAND PARK — The Bishop Miege community gathered Oct. 25 for the annual Foundation Dinner celebrating alumni and families whose dedication continues to shape the school’s mission. The evening began with Mass celebrated by Archbishop Shawn McKnight.
This year’s honorees were Jim Schemmel, recipient of the Herb Rome Stewardship Award; Tom and Donna Kellerman, named Family of the Year; and Dr. William J. Hendricks, Alumnus of the Year.
Schemmel, a longtime volunteer and member of St. Joseph Parish in Shawnee, has served Bishop Miege for more than three decades on committees and boards, contributing his leadership and financial expertise to advance Catholic education across Johnson County. His innovative enrollment report laid the groundwork for ongoing efforts that the archdiocesan school office continues to build upon today.
The Kellermans, members of St. Agnes Parish in Roeland Park, were recognized for their family’s multigenerational involvement with Miege. All five of their children graduated from the school, and the Kellermans continue to foster community and school spirit.
Hendricks, class of 1978, was honored for his professional and personal dedication to service. A family physician and retired Air Force lieutenant colonel, he has served as a team physician for many years for the football team, as well as being involved at Holy Spirit Parish in Overland Park and then at Holy Spirit Parish in Lee’s Summit, Missouri.
Through their faith, leadership and commitment to others, this year’s honorees embody the enduring values of the Bishop Miege community.
