The voting process is over. Students might have chosen a friend on the court, while others voted for a recognized name. But regardless of whether or not you want that one person to win, there are probably a few characteristics you didn’t get to see in the competitors. Here are a few major personality traits that you might not know about the nominees in this year’s homecoming court.

Carlos Alvarez, who describes himself as How I Met Your Mother’s character, Ted Mosby, believes something that separates him from most guys at SMCHS is that he’s a hopeless romantic.

“A Walk to Remember is my favorite movie of all time,” Alvarez said. “I’ve seen it probably a hundred times and balled my eyes out no matter what. I think I talk about falling in love with my ‘Jamie Sullivan’ more than I think about that English essay I should have started that’s due at 11:59pm.”

Whether he’s watching romantic comedies or avoiding his homework, Alveraz is always searching for love. However, much to the shock of his friends, he has yet to have a girlfriend. Alvarez still has hope for the future and knows he’s not alone on his search for the perfect soul mate.

Another senior prince is Tom Blye, a guy who tries to enjoy all the little things in life. Blye’s motto is looking at the glass half full, even with the stresses of high school.

“I’m your average 17 year old with a Great Clips haircut and a bedroom covered in spare Lego pieces,” Blye said. “Some say I’m just as, if not more interesting, than that hobo on the Dos Equis commercials, but that’s just talk.

Blye feels most peaceful when he plays with his antique collection of bobble heads or when he goes on his monthly visit to Massage Envy. A lot of his time is also spent practicing on his Spanish guitar while listening to some of his favorite songs by Frank Sinatra.

August Belmont, better known by friends as A.J., is certain that he is able to see things average teens don’t. Belmont believes what makes him different is his ability to notice the hard work of others who aren’t recognized.

“Others can’t see the gray sky,” Belmont said. “They only focus on the black or white, but I can see each shade and layer of gray. An example is a duck in a pond: nobody sees the duck’s persistent kicking under the water like I do, they just see the duck smoothly coasting by.”

With this special characteristic, Belmont likes to support others in the quest of seeing the little things that no one realizes. He tries to acknowledge the deeds of others in his life who are there for him through it all.

ASB president, Jack Jennison, is already a natural social butterfly and likes to spend time going out with friends or just hanging out. Because of his easy-going personality, Jennison has been able to keep up with the pace of friends and school.

“A lot of people say that I’m like a big teddy bear because of the way I act sometimes,” Jennison said. “I love a good joke and talking to or meeting new people.”

With his duties in ASB, Jennison continues to lead and plan fun social events for the entire student body. He enjoys creating a friendly environment for everyone but is also a strong leader that works as a teammate to his acquaintances in the student government.

Nominated princess Noelle Kendall is also a leader. Besides ASB, she is involved in multiple other school activities. She believes her lack of fear to experience different aspects in life is what makes her unique from the rest.

“I love trying new, intimidating things and integrating myself into the school,” Kendall said. “I have involved myself in almost every facet of campus life at SMCHS and look forward to what the future holds.”

From sports, to extracurriculars, to academics, Kendall loves to be a part of anything she is interested in. She can be recognized for her roles in ASB, ETV News Host and track and field. Even with her constant school involvement, what Kendall enjoys the most about her busy schedule is getting to know many of the students and faculty members at SMCHS.

Alex Heinen is probably the happiest person you will ever meet. Even though she describes herself as a klutz, Heinen thinks that looking on the bright side is always the best choice.

“Honestly if I had a dollar for every time I have tripped up or down the stairs especially going up G3, I could probably buy that building,” Heinen said. “I also have an issue with staying on my feet whenever I play softball because I get caught on my shoe laces and just fall all the time.”

Softball is one of Heinen’s passions in high school and she is committed to Boston College to play on their team next year. With a lot of things to look forward to, Heinen believes in a happier future and trusts God’s plan for her. (Click to see Heinen falling on the softball field.)

Carrington Holman also looks to the positives in life and is certain that it all started because of her time on the junior retreat last year.

“I think I am a very positive person and I like to take time to make people feel better if they’re having a bad day,” Holman said. “I love to be happy so I try my best to not let the littlest things bring me down.”

Known for her recognizable laugh, Holman tries to see the good in everything and help others to do the same. At retreat, she was called to spread a positive environment and she shared her determination to live life according to what she believes is Caritas Christi.

Shaya Rees’ strong compassion is what she believes is unique about her. She takes the time to volunteer in hospitals through the Jessie Rees Foundation established by her sister who had passed away in her fight of cancer.

“One of the most fulfilling things for me is being in a hospital to encourage kids who are fighting cancer,” Rees said. “I know they are going through really hard times in their life so it feels good to help out.”

She helps in hospitals through her family’s Foundation which include KU, Doernbecher, Randall and Iowa Children’s Hospitals, as well as CHOC. Because of her big heart, Shaya has been able to continue the work of Jessie in her life today.

That’s your 2014 Homecoming royal court right here. Four princes and four princesses… but who will be the king and queen?