Warrior of the Week Jayden Bell ’28

As a student, what does Brother Rice mean to you?
As a student, Brother Rice means a lot to me. I feel grateful to attend this great school and have this experience because not everyone gets the opportunity to become a Warrior.

How has Brother Rice helped you improve as a student?
Brother Rice has helped me improve my vocabulary by teaching me words I had never encountered before. Additionally, Brother Rice has challenged me with harder classes and taught me how to manage my time more effectively.

List all your activities and achievements at Brother Rice.
I play football, and I run track.

What Band are you a member of?
Padre Pio.

When you think of Brother Rice, what three words come to mind first?
Family, Academics, and Honesty.

Who is your favorite teacher or coach, and why?
My favorite teacher is Ms. Gehring, not only because she is very kind and pleasant to all of her students, but also because she has helped me improve significantly by expanding my vocabulary and helping me become a kinder person.

What’s your favorite place on campus and why?
My favorite place on campus is probably the CLA because it is always so peaceful and relaxing. That’s where I complete all my homework before going home, which takes a workload off me and makes my life easier.

What’s your favorite thing about Brother Rice?
My favorite thing about Brother Rice is that it pushes me.

What are some of the ways you have grown since you came to Brother Rice?
One way I have grown is that I have gotten much stronger and faster since joining the varsity football team. Playing on varsity has also helped me grow stronger mentally. Additionally, I have become a better man by following the RICE Pillars.