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About Saints & Scholars
The Saints & Scholars, Celebrating Catholic Schools Dinner & Awards Ceremony is the Catholic Schools' signature fundraising event.
The Saints & Scholars Gala is a beloved community tradition and the catalyst for the transformation of students, families and communities in Central Texas. Each year nearly 600 Catholic leaders in education, business, parishes and friends gather to support the Diocese of Austin's mission of putting Catholic education within reach for students of all backgrounds.
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Feature Videos
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Photo Albums
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C.J. "Dutch" & Bernadette Kellerman Memorial Leadership Award2026
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Robert LeGros
Robert LeGros has dedicated his life to strengthening Catholic education. He spent 12 years in the classroom, beginning at St. Louis Catholic School in Austin, and later served as Director of Campus Ministry in New Orleans and San Antonio. After earning a Master’s in Administration from the University of Notre Dame, he became principal of Cathedral School of St. Mary in Austin. Under his leadership, enrollment nearly doubled, and the school transitioned from a significant deficit to a stable, balanced budget, a success he attributes to the dedicated community around him.
Committed to expanding access, Robert established and grew several scholarship programs that continue to support students from underserved backgrounds. After a decade as principal, he supported a smooth leadership transition at Cathedral and later served as Interim Principal at Holy Trinity Catholic High School in Temple.
He now mentors Catholic school leaders nationwide through the Latino Enrollment Institute (LEI). His lifelong service and steady leadership embody the legacy honored by the C.J. “Dutch” and Bernadette Kellerman Memorial Leadership Award.
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2026 Catholic Education Service Award Honoreesunsung heroes
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2026 Sponsors
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presenting sponsor
st. catherine of siena sponsors The Gilluly Family
St. Joan of Arc Sponsors
B.W. and Sophie J. Young Family
St. Joseph Catholic Academy, Killeen
DeeAnn and David Smith
Greg and Jean Waleke
St. Gemma of Students Sponsors
Dr. Ned Vanders
Katrine and Bill Formby
St. Jude of Hope Sponsors
Rob and Leslie Suffoletta
St. Thomas Aquinas Sponsors
Holy Family Catholic School Parent Association
Dr. and Mrs. Mike Lenis
St. Edward's University / Brothers of Holy Cross Moreau Province
Karma and Jenn Saenz
Mark and Margit Dennon
David and Maureen Addison
JWH Communications / SACS Advisory Board
Congregation of Holy Cross
Kinder Moms of St. Helen
The Padilla Family
IN-Kind Sponsors
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event donors
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AnonymousRamsey AbarcaHeidi AltmanDot AmmonsKim BargerDrs. L. Allen and Penelope BarkisKelley and Richard BautchAlice BolanderRichard BolognaChristine CatesRobert CavazosTara CevallosJack and Veronica CogwinTim and Debbie CrowleyTimothy CullenJoe DeMedeirosAshley DickinsonJohn DoughertyTim and Rosalie DowlingNoel DrewRachel and Killian EckertShannon & Meaghan EdmondsPaul and Melissa FieldsPatricia GarciaPatrick Goertz
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Farah GolabAtecia and Kevin HarringtonGreg and Brianna HidgeMichelle HigdonMarie IrvinCurt and Meghan JacksonDr. Timothy n Mrs. Debbie JuhlkeGina KerleyLisa KirkpatrickDouglas and Gina KuenstlerSusan LaielliKelly LasterRobert LeGrosGregory LemoneMichael LenisFr. Daniel LiuGregory MarshKristina McCannRyan MersmannTim MikeskaTom and Janine NolanJorge PadillaMichael PennellJason PieferEvan Psencik
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David ReueMatthew RiceKaitrin RobertsAdrian RodriguezFr. Francisco Rodriguez iiiFr. Will RooneyAngelica SaldanaMilagros SantiagoMike and Julie ScarpatoTyler and Amanda SchottMary Kay SimsMaria SotoTeresa TeekellJohn ThresherKim TreadawayCarrie VernieuwEmmanuel VillarrealMatthew VondrakPhong VuRosalene WeatherbyBrian WheelerRichard WilbornDaniel Zarzar
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Hyatt Regency Austin
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No, we do not issue tickets. Your name and the names of your guests are listed on our registration form. You simply check-in upon arrival with the same names from the registration.
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Each table can accommodate up to 10 seats.
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Yes, all of the guest fields are optional when buying your table online. It is a good idea to confirm with them about any potential dietary restrictions and to let us know, at your earliest opportunity so we can properly accommodate those.
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Make your event check in a breeze! Contact us at [email protected] with your guest names, emails, and dietary restrictions. You can also provide guest information via this online form. Having your information ready will significantly reduce the amount of time it takes for your party to go through check-in.
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5:30 PM VIP Reception with Bishop Garcia - for Sponsors and Honorees
6:00 PM Saint & Scholars Reception - all are welcome
7:00 PM Awards Dinner with Keynote Speaker
9:00 PM Saints & Scholars Social - all are welcome
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The dress code for the event is cocktail attire.
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Self-parking is complimentary - you will receive a chaser ticket at registration. The Valet Parking entrance is available for $20 per vehicle.
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Please check-in at the registration tables located on the 2nd floor (when parking in the garage). For valet parking, there will be additional registration tables on the 1st floor by the Zilker ballroom. The gala will be held in the Zilker ballroom.
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Absolutely! Your support allows our schools to offer more opportunities for tuition assistance for families who need it. We appreciate your commitment in supporting this great mission of the Church, which is Catholic education.
Click here to make a direct donation to the event.
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Yes, all sponsorships are tax deductible based on goods and services received.
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Relive the Fun!
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Videos from Previous Yearssaints & Scholars Stories
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Photos from Last Year's Event2025 saints & Scholars
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