All Saints Catholic School has been awarded the Grace E. Harris Leadership Award by VCU’s Wilder School as part of the 15th Annual Excellence in Virginia Government Awards.

All Saints Catholic School of Richmond is recognized for its work to prepare students for profound success in high school, college and throughout their adult lives as highly engaged leaders in a diverse, democratic society.

About the award: Named after the late Dr. Grace E. Harris, a trailblazer who broke down many barriers as an African-American woman and whose vision and leadership had tremendous impact at VCU, in the community and beyond. This award recognizes an individual or organization that has made a discernible, sustainable positive impact on the quality of life in Virginia through public service.

The award was presented at a ceremony on Tuesday, April 26 at the Downtown Richmond Marriott. See the full announcement HERE.

TV coverage:

All Saints was featured as an awardee in a 30-minute special program on WTVR-TV (Channel 6)  on Wednesday, April 27; see the recording HERE.

Photos from the event:

Thank you to Evelyn & Clarence McGill for sponsoring a table for All Saints students. See the photos from the event HERE 

Video:

See the long-version of the award video HERE