Sam Quagliaroli makes ‘Impact’ at HSE Schools

Hamilton Southeastern (HSE) Schools announced the creation of its highest recognition, the Superintendent’s Impact Award, during last Friday’s much-anticipated Mudsock Basketball game at the new Fishers Event Center.

This prestigious award honors students and staff who embody the district’s core values of Honor, Scholarship, and Excellence through exceptional leadership, dedication, and contributions to their schools and community.

Superintendent Pat Mapes had the privilege of presenting the inaugural award to Fishers High School senior Sam Quagliaroli, a student whose extraordinary accomplishments both on and off the field exemplify the essence of this new honor.

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“Sam Quagliaroli is a shining example of what it means to lead with honor, achieve with scholarship, and inspire through excellence,” Superintendent Mapes said. “He represents the best of Hamilton Southeastern Schools, and we are thrilled to celebrate his achievements with this award.”

Quagliaroli’s athletic achievements include:

• IHSAA boys cross country state champion, setting a course record of 14:46.81, breaking the previous record set in 2011.
• Hoosier Crossroads Conference Athlete of the Year for boys cross country.
• Charles F. Maas Mental Attitude Award recipient for scholarship, leadership, and sportsmanship.
• First Team All-American in boys cross country, placing fourth at the Footlocker National Cross Country Meet.

In addition to his athletic prowess, he has excelled academically:

• Maintains an outstanding 4.613 grade-point average and will graduate summa cum laude.
• Recognized as an AP Scholar of Distinction.
• Achieved PSAT/SAT scores in the 90th percentile nationally.
• Plans to attend Indiana University Bloomington, where he will study finance and continue his cross country and track career.

About the Superintendent’s Impact Award
The Superintendent’s Impact Award is a new initiative by HSE Schools designed to recognize students and staff who exemplify the district’s core values. Personally presented by the superintendent, this award highlights individuals who demonstrate leadership, perseverance, and an unwavering commitment to excellence in academics, athletics, and community service.

Congratulations to Mr. Quagliaroli on this well-deserved recognition. HSE Schools officials look forward to celebrating future recipients who will continue to inspire the district and community.