Senior Recognized for Excellence in Academics, Athletics and Service

Montini Catholic congratulates senior Ashlynn Lindt (Lombard) on being this year's recipient of the Jean Diane Colletti Memorial Scholarship.  The scholarship is one of several that have been named and endowed by Montini Catholic alumni, parents and friends in order to provide financial assistance to graduates pursuing higher learning in college.  The award was announced at the Lasallian college preparatory high school's Senior Celebration Awards ceremony (April 26, 2026).  Ashlynn was honored again on May 15th at Montini's Celebration of Excellence Award ceremony in front of the entire student body.

 

The scholarship honors the life and legacy of a devoted Montini Catholic parent (of Vince Colletti '05) and gifted educator, Jean Diane Colletti.  She was deeply invested in the life of Montini's school community - believing strongly in the value of hard work, academic excellence and the importance of students fully engaging in the opportunities of Bronco life beyond the classroom.  "Her son, Vince, embodied those same ideals as an outstanding student who excelled academically while also contributing to athletics, Math Team and other extracurricular activities," said President Kevin Beirne. "Sadly, Jean passed away near the end of Vince's senior year.  As a tribute to her love for Montini, the Colletti family established this scholarship to ensure her memory would continue to inspire future generations of Broncos."  For this reason, the scholarship is awarded each year to a senior who has demonstrated a strong work ethic, excellence in the classroom and a meaningful commitment to extracurricular involvement.

Ashlynn has been an exceptionally accomplished student throughout her four years at Montini Catholic.  Among her many accolades are the President's Award for Academic Excellence and recognition as an Illinois State Scholar and College Board Advanced Placement Scholar with Distinction.  She was also a member of Mu Alpha Theta Math Honor Society, as well as Montini's National Honor Society and Spanish Honor Society.  

Ashlynn also valued her experience gained from serving her fellow students as a Peer Minister and a member of the Core Team during her senior year through Montini's Campus Ministry program. Due to her passionate work with Campus Ministry, she also earned the St. John Baptist de La Salle Award (also presented during the Senior Celebration Award ceremony) for fully embracing the Lasallian values at the heart of Montini's school mission. Reflecting those same values of compassion and service, she spearheaded Montini's Stuffed Animal Drive earlier this year to benefit the DuPage County Children’s Advocacy Center.

Athletically, Ashlynn was a standout performer throughout her four years as a member of Montini’s Cross Country and Track & Field programs. She capped off her track career by earning All-State honors at the IHSA Girls State Track & Field Championships after claiming the GCAC Conference Championship title in the 3200-meter run earlier in the postseason. On the cross country course, she established herself as one of the most accomplished runners in school history, qualifying for the IHSA State Finals all four years and finishing her career ranked fourth on Montini Catholic’s all-time cross country performance list. 

Ashlynn, a proud alumna of St. Pius X Parish School in Lombard and an active member of St. Pius X Parish, will continue her academic and athletic journey this fall at the University of Dayton. She plans to major in Elementary Education while pursuing a pre-law track and will compete as a member of the Flyers' Cross Country and Track & Field teams.

Montini Catholic is a Lasallian college preparatory high school located in Lombard, Illinois (DuPage County)