American Red Cross Award – For outstanding service to the American Red Cross blood drive. – Heidi Bossoni
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Tony Altobell Memorial Scholarship – Presented by Tony Malikowski and given to a student who exhibits the highest degree of academic achievement in both breadth and depth of scientific study and research. Its recipient will reflect in his/her performance the most significant attainment of the knowledge and skills, which Mr. Altobell instilled in his students during his lengthy tenure at Hoosick Falls. This recipient must be one who intends to pursue at the college level a major in at least one of the sciences – Zoelena Poore[private]
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American Legion Post 40 Music Award – Given to a student for excellence in music – Jake Kinney
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American Legion Post 40 Active Dependent Award – Given to the dependent of an active member of the American Legion Hoosick Post 40 – Kaila Schnoop and Tyler Gaines
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American Legion Post 40 Award – Given to students that are either the children or grandchildren of a member of the Auxiliary Post 40 – Tyler Gaines, Kaila Schnoop and McKenzie Bradley
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Coach Ken Baker Memorial Scholarship Fund – Presented by Baker Scholarship recipient Kelsey Rogers and given to a student for commitment to excellence and high personal standards – Anna Wysocki
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Jon Beck Memorial Award – Given in memory of Jon Beck, Class of 1974, to the Senior who has shown outstanding interest in the field of agriculture and who is pursuing a career in agriculture – Kellan Skott
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Bennington Elks Most Valuable Student Award – Presented by Terri Burdick on behalf of the Hoosick and Bennington, VT combined Elks to Jeffrey Brewer, Anna Wysocki, McKenzie Bradley and Bernadette Devito
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2016 Blue Shield Scholar – Given to a student pursuing studies in health or human sciences and representing Blue Shield of Northeastern New York’s core values: teamwork, integrity, passion, personal responsibility, excellence, and respect – Keelan Seifert
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Breezy Blue Award – Presented by Justin Gaines and given by Breezy Blue Farm in recognition of outstanding performances, accomplishments, contribution and promotion of Agriculture while participating in the NYS High School Rodeo – Tyler Gaines
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Joseph E. Buckley III Memorial Award – Given to a Senior who demonstrates all around good citizenship in the performance of school related activities – Megan Flynn
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Joseph E. Buckley III Scholarship Fund Award – Given to a deserving student as an aid in the pursuit of a chosen vocation or profession –
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Cambaridge Area Branch of the Woman’s National Farm & Garden Association – This award is given to a student that will be entering college and majoring in either horticulture, agriculture, marine biology or ecology – Kellan Skott
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Capital Zone Physical Education Award – Presented by Lisa Ferrannini and given to the senior male and female student for their commitment to their education and health. Criteria for attaining this award require a high level of physical performance, scholastic achievement, leadership qualities, and service to the school and community – Kellan Skott and Heidi Bossoni
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Victoria M. Cicero Memorial Award – Given in memory of devoted mathematics teacher, Victoria M. Cicero, presented by Tim Ossont to a student who will pursue a career in teaching or another field of human services, or to a student who demonstrates a caring attitude toward other students and works hard in his/her math studies – Erika Quackenbush
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Christian Action Award – Presented by Fr. Tom Zelker – The Hoosick Area Church Association acknowledges deserving graduating seniors who have exhibited significant Christian attributes and service. This person must be of good Christian character, is actively involved in his/her church, and shows evidence of ethical concern, Christian witness and service to others – Jake Kinney
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Class of 2016 Most Improved Student Award – Chloe Decker
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H. Bradford Cole Music Prize Presented by Robert Allen and – given to the outstanding instrumental student – Darrell Holovach
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Presented by Robert Allen and given to the outstanding all-around musician – Jeffrey Brewer
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Stephen Colvin Memorial Scholarship given in memory of Stephen Colvin to a student that will be playing a sport in college – Erika Quackenbush and Evan Hand
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George “Gid” Cuddihy Memorial Bowling Award – Presented by Tom Husser and given in memory of George “Gid” Cuddihy, who was an avid bowler in Hoosick Falls for approximately “70” years, to a Senior member of the bowling team whose performance, spirit, leadership, integrity, and good sportsmanship contributed the most to the success of the team during the past season – Joshua McCart
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Curtis Lumber Award – Given to an outstanding Senior pursuing a career in building construction or architectural technology with emphasis on project development or architectural design – Alexis Carreau
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DAR Good Citizen Award – Presented to a Senior who demonstrates all-around good citizenship in the performance of school-related activities – Anna Wysocki
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DePaula Chevrolet Automotive Technician Scholarship – Presented by Tom Restino to a senior pursing post-secondary training for a position as an automotive (or diesel) technician. The scholarship is to be used for tuition and will be paid directly to the educational institution upon the student’s matriculation into an automotive or diesel repair program – Whitney Eastman
Derby Club Community Prize – Awarded to the student who has made a most significant contribution in school-student activities – Cassie Sherman
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Dignitas Ephemeris Award – This award recognizes achievement and excellence in journalism. As a positive influence upon peers, the winner of this award has showcased community mindedness and strong moral purpose through a responsible dedication to journalist code and ethic. The recipient of this award has distinguished himself or herself in academic pursuit consistent with the knowledge, skills, and values that form the goals and objectives of the HFCS District – McKenzie Bradley
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Earth Club Recognition – Given to members of Earth Club for their outstanding service – Anna Wysocki, Zoelena Poore, McKenzie Bradley and Kara LaFlamm
Douglas J. Eighmey Memorial Award – Presented by Tom Husser and given to the Senior male and female athlete selected by the coaching staff and principal based on the criteria of extent of participation in varsity competition and demonstration of the qualities of leadership and sportsmanship – Jordyn Haynes and Joshua McCart
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Elmira College Key Award – Given to a member of the Junior class last year in recognition of high scholastic achievement, leadership, citizenship, and participation in extracurricular activities – Jeffrey Brewer and Tiffany St. Hilaire
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Charles And Margaret Frazier Scholarship Award – Given in honor and memory of former Board member, Charles Frazier, to a deserving male and female who have exhibited a high degree of cooperation with faculty and administration – Raven Brenenstuhl and Jeremy St. Onge
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Margaret Frazier Scholar Athlete Award – Presented by Tom Husser and given by the HFCS Athletic Varsity Club to the Senior boy and girl who represent high qualities of both scholarship and athletic ability – Anna Wysocki and Jake Kinney
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Timothy H. Gifford Memorial Scholarship – Given in memory of Timothy Gifford, an active farmer and an enthusiastic member of Rensselaer County 4-H, showing both sheep and cows at the Schaghticoke Fair, to a student pursuing a post-secondary education in agriculture or mechanics with a history of farming – Tyler Gaines
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Michael Hackett & Robert Scanlon Scholarship Award – Presented by Maureen Carknard and given by the families and friends of Michael and Bob to graduating Seniors who have displayed courage and strength throughout their high school years. Through the good and the bad, these graduates have excelled in academics and have participated and excelled in athletics. They have displayed strength in character, in leadership and in friendship through their actions and relationships with adults, with their peers and with young children – Zoelena Poore and Dustin Laubacker
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James Harrington Memorial Scholarship – Presented by Michael Schmigel and given in memory of James Harrington by friends, family, and the Dan Koziol and James Harrington Memorial Fund to the graduating senior who lives life to the fullest while improving the lives of those around them and/or enjoys outdoor sports and gaming – Catherine Whitman
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Mason And Betty Harrison Business Award – Given in memory of Mason and Betty Harrison to a business student who is endeavoring to pursue business as a career – Jordyn Haynes
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HAYC3 Community Service Award – What HAYC3 does, both in the Youth Center and Armory, and out in the community is what defines us. Working together with other sectors of the community like the schools, churches, businesses, service and volunteer organizations, law enforcement, local government agencies and others, we strive to provide programs and community-oriented initiatives while working to raise awareness of the importance of engaging with each other, as a community, to make the Hoosick area a place where people of all ages and walks of life feel a sense of belonging. – McKenzie Bradley
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Jack Hayden Memorial Award – Presented by Tom Husser to the Senior football player who, in the opinion of the Athletic Selection Committee, has demonstrated on and off the field those qualities of leadership, spirit, ability, and citizenship that Jack Hayden so aptly displayed while he represented Hoosick Falls – Wyatt Cushman
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Howard H. Haynes Kiwanis Scholarship – Presented by Wendy Larsen. Through the generosity of Howard and Mary Haynes a trust fund was established to create a scholarship to assist a graduating senior at HFCS with the expense of their secondary education. The recipient is chosen by academic achievement, extra curricular and/or community involvement and individual citizenship – Alexandria Betit
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Hazel M. Hill Award – Presented by the Ondawa-Cambridge Chapter of the Daughters of American Revolution in memory of Hazel M. Hill, lifelong resident of West Hoosick active in finance and banking, to a deserving Senior pursuing an education in business – Wyatt Whitman
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HFCS Art Award – Presented by Rob Viera and given to a student for excellence in Art – Olivia Cushman
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HFCS Art Award – Presented by Megan Conner and given to a student for excellence in Art – Sarah Sigot
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Hoosick Falls Teachers’ Association Awards – Presented by Ellie Danforth and given to a senior who has demonstrated a positive work ethic and/or courage in overcoming various hardships – McKernzie Bradley
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Award given to a senior for his/her academic performance and/or artistic achievement – Alyssa Ellis
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Award given to a senior who demonstrates outstanding courtesy and respect to both their teachers and their fellow students – Joshua McCart
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Two awards given to a senior boy and girl who have displayed meaningful scholarship and service to school and community – Heidi Bossoni and Darrell Holovach
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Hoosick Federal Credit Union Award – Given to the individual who approaches his every endeavor with a positive energy and infectious enthusiasm that makes the HFCS community proud. This student’s willingness to help others brings honor to himself, his family and HFCS. This person exhibits a passion for hard work and a willingness to go above and beyond to help improve himself and those around him – Heidi Bossoni
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Hoosick Grange Prize – Presented to the outstanding student in auto mechanics – Charles Yavaniski
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Hoosick Grange Prize – Presented to the outstanding student in business – Katherine Disorda
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Hoosick Grange Prize – Presented by Robert Allen to the student who has shown excellence in music – Victoria McMahon
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W.L. Hutt Memorial Prize – Given to the student with the highest Regents exam average – Jeffrey Brewer
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JLS Foundation – Presented by Shaelynn Kelly. The JLS Foundation, which honors the memory of the late John Liporace, Sr., was created to empower high school students at HFCS to realize their fullest potential. Students were judged on a written essay, academic achievements, personal work history, community involvement and extra-curricular activities. The scholarship winner will receive a monetary gift and a matching donation will be made to the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society – Anna Wysocki
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Jenkins PTA Award – Presented by Jen O’Connor and given by the PTA to assist outstanding students in preparing for the teaching profession – Darrell Holovach
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President John F. Kennedy Achievement Award – From the Joseph E. Buckley III Trust Fund presented to the member of the Senior Class who has demonstrated outstanding intellectual or physical courage – Chloe Decker
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Reverend Doctor Martin Luther King Jr. Award for the Troy Area United Ministry – Presented my Olivia Walton, this award was established in 1997 to promote the memory of the life and work of Dr. King, and preserve the legacy of the nonviolent civil rights movement expressed through this example and teaching – Erika Quackenbush
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Kiwanis Good Citizen Award – Presented by Wendy Larson to two students that have been good citizens at school and in the community – Madison Taber and Remington Hickey
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Knights of Pythias Achievement Award – Given to a deserving student who has made the greatest progress in extra-curricular activities and/or community endeavors – Jake Kinney
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Daniel T. Koziol Memorial Scholarship – Presented by Michael Schmigel and given in memory of Dan Koziol by friends, family and the Dan Koziol and James Harrington Memorial Fund to the graduating senior who lives life to the fullest while improving the lives of those around them and/or enjoys outdoor sports and gaming – Noah Conety-McGhee
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Wayne Magisano Memorial Bowling Award – Presented by Tom Husser and given in memory of Wayne Magisano who was a beloved coach and friend of the bowling team, to a senior member of the bowling team who showed great improvement in their game, a good work ethic, a good attitude, and was a fine example to the bowling team – Kyla Day and Jennifer Sargood
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Mary McClellan Foundation Award – Given to a student going into the medical field – Alexandria Betit
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Stanley Marcus Humanitarian PTA Award – Presented by Joyce Brewer, this award is given to a student who has demonstrated outstanding volunteer community service – Jake Kinney
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The Maverick Award – Presented by Ben Gains and given by the Hoosic Trail Master Snowmobile Club to a student for outstanding accomplishments and contributions – Tyler Gaines
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Isabel McGuire Memorial Scholarship – Presented by Leo McGuire and is awarded to students who have demonstrated great perseverance and determination in their studies of math while challenging themselves academically. These students exemplify Miss McGuire’s love of family, friends, community and learning and always end the day with a smile – Anna Wysocki, Jake Kinney, Zoelena Poore and McKenzie Bradley
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Beryl Moul Memorial Grange Scholarship – The Beryl Moul Memorial Scholarship was established in 1968 by West Sand Lake Grange #949 in memory of prominent Grange member Beryl H. Moul. Applicants must be pursuing a career in Agriculture, Home Economics, Human Ecology, Family Sciences, Forestry, Human or Animal Medicine, Education, Consuer Sciences, Nursing, Natural Resouce Management, Environmental Engineering or Pharmacology – Alexandria Betit
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NYS Academic Excellence Award – Given to the three students with the overall highest Regents average – Jeffrey Brewer, Anna Wysocki and Jake Kinney
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NYS Comptroller Student Achievement Award – Given in recognition of hard work, dedication and success – Anna Wysocki
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PTA Art Award – presented by Rob Viera and given to a student for excellence in art – Heidi Bossoni
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PTA Music Award – presented by Rob Allen and given to a student for excellence in music – Darrell Holovach
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Joyce Peckham Memorial Award – Awarded to the student with the highest average in Social Studies and lives in the Town of Pittstown – Keelan Seifert
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The Pioneer Fish And Game Club Award – Presented to a Senior boy or girl who shows concern for the wise use of our natural resources and has been accepted to a two or four year environmental study college – Stuart McCune
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Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute Medal – Presented last year to the young man/woman in the Junior Class who is ranked in the top 10% of the class and has excelled in advanced math and science courses, and exhibits significant involvement in extracurricular activities – Jeffrey Brewer
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Rochester Institute of Technology Computing Medal – Presented to members of last year’s Junior Class that ranked in the top 10%, are involved as leaders and demonstrate an interest and ability in computing and are pursuing a rigorous college preparatory curriculum – Joshua McCart and Alexandria Betit
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Rochester Institute of Technology Innovation and Creativity Award Program – Given in recognition of outstanding achievement in innovation and creativity – Joshua Ryan and Zoelena Poore
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Wayne Roberts Memorial Music Award – Presented by Robert Allen and given in memory of Wayne Roberts, Class of 1946, by his family to the outstanding graduating instrumental music student who has also demonstrated interest in and ability with the piano – Darrell Holovach
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The Sage Colleges – Given to two students that have proven the charactistics of academic excellence and community service – Jake Kinney and Megan Flynn
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Saint Michael’s College Book Award – Given last year to two members of the Junior class for demonstrating excellence in academics and leadershiop in community service – Jake Kinney and Megan Flynn
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School Systems Federal Credit Union – Awarded to a senior that has shown involvement above and beyond his or her peers in their community. They have shown a willingness to help others, and shown an effort to better improve his or her community – Jake Kinney
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Ethel Cipperly Sherin Memorial Award – Presented by Norma Cipperly and given to a member of the senior class for excellence in Social Studies – Nolan Foster
Given to a member of the senior class for excellence in Foreign Language study – Joshua McCart
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Social Studies Key Award – Presented by Ellie Danforth and given by the Social Studies Department to the senior boy or girl who most clearly demonstrates integrity, good citizenship and intellectual curiosity – Nolan Foster
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The Society Of Mayflower Descendants In The State Of New York Educational Award – Presented by Ellie Danforth to two Seniors with a proficiency in the study of the history of the United States and understanding of the Constitution – Jeffrey Brewer and McKenzie Bradley
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Jeffrey M. Stratton Memorial Scholarship – A scholarship in memory of Jeffrey M. Stratton and awarded to a Senior boy or girl who has been accepted and will be attending a four-year college, who has demonstrated academic excellence by maintaining an honor roll average (grades 9 through 12), and participated in both varsity athletics and performing arts – Joshua McCart
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Student Council Participation Award – Given for participation in Student Council – Heidi Bossoni, Marta Niles, Zoelena Poore, Raven Brenenstuhl, Keelan Seifert, `Keelan Seifert, Anna Wysocki, Olivia Cushman and Erika Quackenbush
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Student Council Scholarship – Given for service and dedication to the Student Council – Heidi Bossoni, Keelan Seifert, Anna Wysocki and Raven Brenenstuhl
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Taconic Pipe Band Award – Given to two students for excellence in music – Darrell Holovach and Tiffany St. Hilaire
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William D. Thomas Memorial Senior Honor Prize – Given for the highest four year average – Valedictorian – Jeffrey Brewer, second highest four year average – Salutatorian – Anna Wysocki
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Given On Behalf Of Thorpe’s Pharmacy – To a student showing excellence in character and citizenship – Wyatt Cushman
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Times Union Women At Work Award – Recognizing a student for making a difference in her community – McKenzie Bradley
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Town of Hoosick Democratic Committee Prize – Given by the Town of Hoosick Democratic Committee to a student residing in the Town who has shown scholarship and interest in government – Alanna O’Malley
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Town Of Hoosick Lions Club Harold Shapiro Memorial Award – Given to the outstanding female athlete of the graduating class – Meghan Flynn
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Town Of Hoosick Republican Committee Prize – Presented by Jeff Wysocki and given by the Town of Hoosick Republican Committee to a student residing in the town who has shown scholarship, interest in government and his community – Bernard Davock
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Town of Hosick Rescue Squad President’s Award – Presented by Beth Cipperly and Sydney Miller to Cassie Sherman, Jayde Tutunjian and Bernard Davock
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Lancelee James Trimm Gift Fund – Presented by Steve Trimm and given in memory of Lancelee. He was a musician, actor, theater technician, poet, writer, and graphic artist. In short, Lancelee loved all art in all its forms. The award is given to students that demonstrate creative promise with the hope to assist those pursuing careers in the arts and those who utilize art in their journey of self discovery – Heidi Bossoni, Bernadette Devito, Darrell Holovach, Jake Kinney and Sarah Sigot
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United States Army Reserve National Scholar Athlete Award – Megan Flynn and Kellan Skott
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University of Rochester Bausch & Lomb Science Award – Presented last year to a member of the Junior Class that had high achievement and rigor in science classes and a high PSAT Math and/or SAT Math scores – Alexandria Betit
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University of Rochester Frederick Douglass and Susan B. Anthony Award – Presented last year to a member of the Junior Class that had demonstrated commitment to understanding and addressing social issues, leadership, and a dedication to community action. The student should also have strong grades and rigorous courses taken in the humanities and social sciences – Anna Wysocki
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University of Rochester Xerox Award – Presented last year to a member of the Junior Class who had demonstrated a strong interest in innovation and/or information technology and is proven to be a high achiever in this area – Jeffrey Brewer
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University of Rochester George Eastman Young Leaders Award – Presented last year to a member of the Junior Class that had shown strong academic achievement, leadership skills, and shows dedication to varied activities – Olivia Cushman
Van Rensselaer Masonic Temple Award – Presented by Bruce Hansen and given to a Senior boy and Senior girl showing the greatest academic improvement over four years – Jordyn Haynes and Noah Conety-McGhee
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Volunteer Service Award – Presented by Norma Cipperly and given to Seniors who have volunteered for any Rescue Squad or Fire Department – Stephen Surdam, Haleigh LaBonte, Zoelena Poore, Darrell Holovach, Charles Yavaniski, Erin Livingston, Evan Hand, Jayde Tutunjian, Cassie Sherman and Bernard Davock
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Wells College Leadership Award – For recognition of outstanding contributions as a student and as a leader – Tiffany St. Hilaire
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Honorable Richard P. Whalen Memorial Scholarship
This scholarship was established in 2015 and presented by Joyce Whalen to honor and preserve the legacy and life work of Judge Richard P. Whalen, Vietnam Veteran, beloved family member, friend, community member and volunteer. It is awarded to students that exemplify patriotism and a deep level of commitment to the community through volunteerism – Jake Kinney, Megan Flynn and Alexandria Betit
Walter A. Wood Alumni Association Scholarship – Presented by Janice Tate and given to two students for their hard work and dedication to learning and that will be attending college in the fall – Cody Humphrey and Olivia Cushman
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Top Scholars
Given to the top 10 students of the Class of 2016 – Jeffrey Brewer, Anna Wysocki, Olivia Cushman, Alexandria Betit, Megan Flynn, Jake Kinney, Tiffany St. Hilaire, Zoelena Poore, Joshua McCart and Jennifer Sargood
Honor Awards
Given to students that have maintained a 90 or above average fore the first three markings period. – Riley Bacon, Alexandria Betit, Heidi Bossoni, McKenzie Bradley, Raven Brenenstuhl, Jeffrey Brewer, Alexis Carreau, Ryan Condo, Olivia Cushman, Wyatt Cushman, Bernadette Devito Katherine Disorda, Alyssa Ellis, Megan Flynn, Nolan Foster, Abigail Gilson, Jacuelyn Holbritter, Darrell Holovach, Jake Kinney, Noah LaBarge, Brianna LaBonte, Kara LaFlame, Rachael Lewsey, Joshua McCart, Marta Niles, Zoelena Poore, Erika Quackenbush, Joshua Ryan, Jennifer Sargood, Keelan Seifert, Cassie Sherman, Sarah Sigot, Kellan Skott, Tiffany St. Hilaire, Jayde Tutunjian, Anna Wysocki, Charles Yavaniski[/private]