OSWEGO, NY – Thousands of dollars in awards and scholarships were recently presented to members of the Oswego High School “Class of 2010†at the annual awards ceremony.
The Oswego High School Ralph M. Faust Theatre for the Performing Arts was the setting for this evening that recognized the hard work and dedication of numerous students.
Charles E. Riley Oswego Rotary Scholarship
A $1,000 scholarship awarded to a student who demonstrates potential to succeed in college – John Chatterton
Anthony Murabito Oswego Rotary Scholarship
A $1,000 scholarship awarded to a student who demonstrates potential to succeed in college – Lindsay Johnson
Ralph & Dorothy Faust Oswego Rotary Scholarship
A $1,000 scholarship awarded to a student who demonstrates potential to succeed in college – Sarah Hill
Doctor Manjula R. Shah Oswego Rotary Scholarship
A $1,000 scholarship awarded over four years – Brian Walczak
Oswego Kiwanis Scholarship
A $1,000 scholarship for Community/School service – John Chatterton
Women’s City Club Scholarship
One scholarship of $250 sponsored by the Oswego Women’s City Club – Maggie Ellis
Sam Walker Memorial Scholarship – Sarah Hill and Lindsay Johnson
United States Marine Corps
Marine Corps Award for Academic Excellence – Sarah Hill
Dorothy Gould Memorial Scholarship
A $250 scholarship to a student who participated in varsity athletics and who has demonstrated excellence in athletics and academics – Michael Brown and Eliza Parker
Albert W. Brunot Scholarship
$1,000 to a student entering engineering or computer science field. The student selected for this must be in the top 5% of the class in science and math, and must have participated in a variety of school and community activities. – Sarah Skinner
J. Leonard Douglas Memorial Scholarships
Seven scholarships to students planning to enter the teaching or religious fields and who have maintained an average of 85 or above. $225 to – John Chatterton, Leah Folgherait, Chelsea Johnson, Laura O’Brien, Tessa Opet, Lindsay Rose, MacKenzie Stone
Fredrick Leighton Memorial Scholarship
A $225 scholarship to a student entering the field of teaching or religion and who has maintained an average of 85 or above. – Kelsey Cloonan
Margaret Murphy Memorial Scholarship
A $225 scholarship to a student entering the field of teaching or religion and who has maintained at least an 85 average. – Adam Clawson
Nellie Himes Memorial Scholarship
A $250 scholarship to a student entering the field of teaching or religion and has maintained at least an 85 average. – Kyle Rossi
Kevin Gilman ’74 Memorial Scholarship
This scholarship was presented by Irene Gilman
A $1,500 scholarship presented to – Karly Babcock
Special Achievement Merit Awards
These awards are given to students for special recognition – Tim Burdick, Sara Duplessis, Alex Fernandez, Elaine Hall, Christopher Jennings, Ashley Kuczawa, Joel Meeks, Jade Nelson, Keith Nutting, Jason Pepper (two awards), Steven Piazza, Loretta Rowe, Brittany Shufelt and Taylor Thompson
New York State Merit Scholarship for Academic Excellence
Awarded to students with the highest averages on Regents exams. $1,500 to – Lindsay Johnson and Alexander Kaplewicz
$500 to – Katie Abramski, Kristen Bartholomew, Michael Brown, Andrew Bush, Rachel Clark, John Gorman, Jeremy Gosek, Elizabeth Morley, Elizabeth Nielsen, James Reynolds and Sarah Skinner.
National Merit Scholarship
A $2,500 scholarship to – Rachel Clark
Robert C. Byrd Honors Scholarship
A $1,500 scholarship awarded each year for up to four years to Rachel Clark and Sarah Skinner
Dr. C. Adele Brown Scholarship
A $200 scholarship to a student going into a medical field. – Angelica Alejandro
The Oswego Lion’s Club Harold “H†Dowd Memorial Scholarship
A $500 scholarship given to a student who has been involved in the community and in extra-curricular activities – Jillian Doty
Oswego Children’s Board Scholarship
$500 scholarships to students who have demonstrated scholastic achievement, involvement in school and community activities, and excellent personal qualities. – Maia Czarnecki, James Reynolds and Brian Walczak
John M. Canale Scholarship
A $100 scholarship to a student who is knowledgeable in the Battle of the Bulge and who is interested in entering the military service – Tommy Kelly
Donald Hill Memorial Scholarship
A $500 scholarship given to children of an Oswego police officer – Bridget Auyer
Trooper Doyle Memorial Scholarship
A $1,200 scholarship to a student of good character and citizenship – Katie Abramski
Thomas E. Lempges Scholarship
A $175 scholarship to a student who is pursuing a course of study in engineering or mathematics – James Reynolds
F. Britt Waters Memorial Scholarship
Two $500 awards given in memory of Britt Waters, an officer of the Oswego Police Department for 31 years. The recipients must be pursuing a degree in criminal justice. – Michael Brown and Robert Canale
Diana and Samuel Rosenberg Scholarship
A $250 scholarship to a student attending a two or four year school who has demonstrated community service to the elderly, working mothers, children in need of tutoring, or serving as a Boy Scout or Girl Scout Assistant Leader – Andrew Bush
Ann Poor Memorial Scholarship
A $500 scholarship to a student who plans to attain higher education through college, a technical school, or a business school – Rachel Baxter
Merit Awards – English
Chrissy Abare – English 9
Logan Angelina – English 9
Nick Bonacorsi – English 9
Mylie Colon – English 9
Jackie Godfrey – English Lab
Tyra Myhill – English Lab
Meghan Flack – Technology in Literacy
Ross DeMidio – English 10
Katherine Hennessy – English 10
Jonathan Kaplewicz – English 10
William Latour – English 10
Ismael Perez – English 10
Danielle Currier – English 11
Kaylene Lund – English 11
Joel Rosales – English 11
Alex Kaplewicz – World Literature
Stephen J. Pieraccini Memorial Scholarship
A $500 scholarship in memory of Mr. Pieraccini, a local pharmacist, to a student planning to study in a health related area. – Daniel Montagnola
John E. Cullinan Memorial Scholarship
A $1,000 scholarship awarded to students who attended Saint Paul’s Academy – Joshua Baer, Karyssa Carson, Patrick Holland, Lindsay Johnson, Sarah Miller, Laura O’Brien, Tessa Opet, James Reynolds and Sarah Skinner
Richard Benjamin Memorial Scholarship
A $500 scholarship in memory of Richard Benjamin, a long-time soccer coach at Oswego High School – Amber Earl
Special Awards for Underclassmen
This set of scholarships is awarded to juniors and sophomores.
They are based on academic achievement or school leadership.
Clarkson University High School Leadership Award
A $44,000 scholarship awarded annually to recognize a junior who demonstrates strong leadership and academic qualities. – Evelyn Horan
Clarkson University High School Achievement Award
A $36,000 scholarship awarded annually to recognize a junior who demonstrates strong leadership and academic qualities. – Christopher Pike
LeMoyne College Heights Award
A $44,000 scholarship over four years given to a junior for outstanding service to school and community – Matthew Randall
RIT Computing Medal and Scholarship
A $24,000 scholarship awarded annually to one female and one male from the junior class who demonstrates academic achievement, leadership, and interest and ability in computing. – Nikole Bonacorsi and William Clary
RIT Creativity and Innovation Award and Scholarship
The Innovation & Creativity Award Program recognizes high school juniors who have distinguished themselves academically, are active and involved members of their school and community, and demonstrate outstanding achievement in innovation, creativity, or entrepreneurship. It is a $24,000 scholarship over 4 years. – Tyler Lisec
Bausch and Lomb Science Award
A $30,000 scholarship over four years, awarded by the University of Rochester to the outstanding junior in science. – Jasmine Davis
Frederick Douglass & Susan B. Anthony Award
A $30,000 scholarship over four years, awarded by the University of Rochester to a junior who has demonstrated commitment to understanding and addressing difficult social issues – Brittany Noyes
George Eastman Young Leaders Award
A $30,000 scholarship over four years, awarded by the University of Rochester to a junior who has demonstrated strong leadership skills, high grades, and extensive involvement in extra-curricular activities – Danielle Mather
Rensselaer Medal Award for the Outstanding Junior in Math and Science
A minimum $60,000 scholarship over four years, awarded by RPI to the outstanding junior in math and science – Luke Familo
The Student Sage Award at Russell Sage College
A $20,000 to $60,000 scholarship over four years, based on senior GPA, awarded to an outstanding woman leader – Alison Knight
The Mount Holyoke Club of Central New York Book Award
A book awarded to a female student who is enrolled in an academically challenging college preparatory program and who is involved in community or school service. The recipient also will receive a waiver for the application fee to Mount Holyoke College. – Nikole Bonacorsi
Merit Awards – Social Studies
Michael Barry – Global Studies 9
Alyssa Ferriera – Global Studies 9
Tabitha Rivers – Global Studies 9
Hannah Allen – Global Studies 10
Kaitlyn Armstrong – Global Studies 10
Damien Bartlett – Global Studies 10
Jasmine Davis – US History & Government
Xiaohan Li – US History & Government
Rebecca Smith – US History & Government
Benjamin Waite – US History & Government
Kathryn Michaud – OHS Inc
Michael Carey – Advanced Placement World History
Justine Harrington – Advanced Placement US History
James Reynolds – SUPA Economics
Oswego County Board of Realtors Scholarship
A $300 scholarship awarded to – Rachel Baxter
Bosco & Geers Business Scholarship
A $250 scholarship to a student planning to attend business or marketing school – Samuel Czarnecki
PathFinder Bank Scholarship
A $150 scholarship to a student for academic excellence – Michael Brown
Alliance Bank Scholarship
A $100 scholarship to a student for academic excellence – Kimberlyn Bailey
Chase Manhattan Bank Oswego Offices Scholarship
A $500 bond awarded to: – Marissa Canale
Fulton Savings Bank Scholarships
$500 scholarships for students planning to attend SUNY Oswego or Cayuga Community College – Michelle Moon and Emily Richmond
Cayuga Community College Trustee Scholarship
A $500 scholarship given to a student who will be attending Cayuga Community College who has maintained at least an 85 average – Elizabeth Henderson
Class of 1955 Scholarship
A $500 scholarship awarded to – Taylor Phillips
Class of 1959 Scholarship
A $500 scholarship awarded to – Karly Babcock
NRG Oswego Harbor Power Scholarship
$500 scholarships awarded to: – Elizabeth Henderson and Rick Uribe
Novelis Scholarship
A $2,000 scholarship award given to a son or daughter of a Novelis employee: – Zachariah Schrecengost
Oswego Elks Lodge Scholarships
$125 Local scholarships to: – Karly Babcock, Joshua Baer, Kristen Bartholomew, Michael Brown, Sarah Hill, Meghan Kelly, Laura Miceli, Elizabeth Morley, Caitlin Sawyer and MacKenzie Stone-Sweeting.
$500 Local scholarship to: – Lindsay Johnson
One year, $1000 State Scholarship to: – James Gehan, Ryan Ramsey, Candace Supernavage and Brian Walczak
American Legion Scholarship
– Madison Palmer
Oswego Firefighters Association Scholarship
Two $400 scholarships for community/school service – John Oleyourryk and Nate Pecheco
Delta Kappa Gamma Scholarship
A $125 award given to an outstanding female graduating senior – Rachel Baxter
Merit Awards – Foreign Language
Rachel Nye – French 1
Morgan Allen – French 3
Michelle Champagne – French 4
Johnathon Solazzo – Spanish 9
Mackenzie Bisnett – Spanish 1A
Emily Cole – Spanish 2
Joshua Jasewicz – Spanish 2 Honors
Ryan Patrick – Spanish 3
Dalton Izyk – Spanish 3 Honors
John Philip Sousa Award
Dedication, commitment, and leadership in band performance. For wind ensemble: – Kristen Bartholomew
For symphonic band: – Ashley Kuczawa
Louis Armstrong Jazz Award
– Corey King
Charles & Alice Gilbert Memorial Music Scholarship
Charles Gilbert was the president of Oswego City Savings Bank, which is now Pathfinder. He had a great love for music. This $1,000 scholarship is awarded to – Chelsea Johnson
Myron E. Harbison Scholarship
$1,000 scholarship given to – James Gehan
The Gemeno Family Scholarship
A $500 scholarship awarded to – Kristen Bartholomew
The Mary Jane Owens- Buske Memorial Scholarship
A $250 scholarship awarded to – Amber Scruton
New York State Field Band Scholarship
– Kristen Bartholomew and Nathan Westcott
New York State School Music Association Award for All State Wind Ensemble
– Mason Rabalais
New York State School Music Association Award for All State Alternate
– Kathryn Lombardo
Oswego County Music Educators Association Solo Scholarship
A $600 scholarship awarded to – John Chatterton
Reformed Presbyterian Church Psalm Tune Scholarship
A $300 scholarship awarded to – Jeremy Gosek
Marching Buccaneers Leadership Award
– Corey King, Kathryn Lombardo, Breanna Sharkey
Myron Harbison Music Scholarship
A $500 scholarship awarded to – Nathan Westcott
Elmer G. Hadlow Memorial Music Scholarship
A $500 scholarship given to a student who is planning to continue with music in his/her life. – Chelsea Johnson
United States Marine Corps
Marine Corps Semper Fidelis Music Award – Corey King
Journalist of the Year
– Kimberlyn Bailey
Nona Turano Memorial Scholarship
A $500 scholarship given to a student for achievement in drama – Kylie Wyman
Aaron D. “Bear†Gordon Memorial Scholarship
A $250 scholarship given to a tech crew member in memory of Aaron Gordon, a former student. – Bethanie Wright
Corey Bloss Memorial Scholarship
A $50 scholarship given in memory of Corey Bloss, a former student. – Shane Bartrum
Jack Carney Memorial Scholarship
A $1,000 scholarship in memory of Mr. Carney given by his wife, Jesse, to a student with a strong background in math – Lindsay Johnson
Oswego County Counselors Association Scholarship
A $100 scholarship to a student entering the field of human services – Joshua Baer
Oswego County Retired Teachers Association Scholarship
A $500 scholarship awarded to – Emily DiFabio
Scouting Awards
The prestigious Girl Scout Gold Award, which is the highest award in Girl Scouting, is being given to two students this year. The award involves a community service project of more than 65 hours, with 100 hours of preliminary work. – Allison Carmody and Danielle Mather.
CSEA Local 838 Heidi Allen Memorial Scholarship
A $300 scholarship awarded to – Brian Walczak
Oswego Community Christian School Scholarship
A $100 scholarship for graduates of the Oswego Community Christian School – Eli Tyler
Merit Awards – Math
Alex Fernandez – Fundamentals of Algebra
Michael Crisafulli – Integrated Algebra
Jennifer DeMassi – Integrated Algebra
Austin Gentile – Integrated Algebra
Chelsea Ketchum – Integrated Algebra
Elisabeth Michaud – Integrated Algebra
Breanna Sharkey – Math Applications
Emily Hamelin – Math Lab
Mara Parker – Algebra 2
Ryan Patrick – Algebra 2 Honors
Leah Weiss – Geometry
Victoria Jaskula – Honors Geometry
Adam Pittenger – Computer Game Programming
Nikole Bonacorsi – Pre-Calculus Honors
Merit Awards – Physical Education & Health
Colton Dryden – Physical Education
Kaitlin Friel – Physical Education
Zachariah Schrecengost – Physical Education
Matthew Skinner – Physical Education
Catherine Wells – Physical Education
Maia Czarnecki – Health
Angela McDonald Memorial Scholarship
This scholarship was presented by Nathan McDonald to – Tessa Opet
Oswego Lacrosse Club Scholarship
$250 scholarships for seniors who participated in the Oswego Lacrosse Club – Maia Czarnecki, Samuel Czarnecki, Sarah Skinner and Rick Uribe
Oswego Minor Hockey Scholarship
Scholarships awarded to former members of minor hockey – Michael Brown, Samuel Czarnecki, Jared Cooper, David Morgia and Tessa Opet
Oswego Football Parents Association Scholarship
A $300 scholarship to a varsity football team member – Michael Brown
Women’s Physical Education Scholarship
A $500 scholarship awarded to a female who will be pursing the study of physical education or a related field in college – Jordan Mangano
Francis “La La†Ponzi Memorial Scholarship
A $250 scholarship awarded to a girl who has played varsity basketball – Katie Abramski
BUC Boosters Scholarships
– Michael Brown, Michele Canale, Amanda D’Amico, Leah Folgherait, Lindsay Johnson, Daniel Montagnola and Eli Tyler
Donald E. Bishop Sportsmanship Award
– Sarah Skinner
Joseph Chesare Sportsmanship Award
– Griffin Mervine
Female Senior Athlete of the Year
– Amanda D’Amico
Male Senior Athlete of the Year
– Shane Bartrum
Section 3 Scholar / Athlete Award
– Lindsay Johnson and James Reynolds
United States Marine Corps
Marine Corps Distinguished Athlete Award
– Daniel Montagnola and Sarah Skinner
Merit Awards – Technology
Kaleigh Fitzsimmons – Family & Consumer Science
Carlie Fredette – 3D CAD Animation
Victoria Jaskula – Design & Draw for Production
Sarah Hill – Digital Electronics
Maia Czarnecki – Yearbook Production
Kingsford Park Home and School Association Scholarship
A $500 scholarship to given to a student who attended Kingsford Park Elementary School for grades K through 6. The student must have an average of at least 85 and must have contributed to the life of the school, district, and/or the Oswego community.
– Griffin Mervine and Brian Walczak
Charles E. Riley Home and School Association Scholarship
A $100 scholarship given to the student graduating with the highest average who attended Riley Elementary School.
– Katie Abramski
Oswego Classroom Teachers Association Scholarships
The teachers of the Oswego City School District donate more than $4,000 annually as well as participate in numerous fundraisers to make these awards possible.
This year, 20 scholarships were awarded.
Kathleen Anderson, Karly Babcock, Josh Baer, Michael Brown, Andrew Bush, John Chatterton, Emily DiFabio, Rachel Healy, Sarah Hill, Lindsay Johnson, Alex Kaplewicz, Meghan Kelly, Morgan Lavner, Kathryn Lombardo, Jordan Mangano, Emily Mears, Sarah Miller, Laura O’Brien, Sarah Skinner and John Tyrie.
Oswego Teachers’ Employees Federal Credit Union Scholarships
$250 scholarships to – Michael Brown, Sarah Hill, Meghan Kelly, Ashley Kuczawa, Kathryn Lombardo and Emily Mears
$500 scholarship to – Alexander Kaplewicz
Compass Federal Credit Union Scholarship
A $4,000 scholarship awarded over four years – Brian Walczak
Student Council Scholarships
The Student Council of Oswego High School, through its fundraising efforts, is awarding eight scholarships worth $225 each. – Haleigh Daino, Emily DiFabio, Jillian Doty, Alexander Kaplewicz, Sarah Miller, Elizabeth Morley, Caitlin Sawyer and Leah Smith
Perfect Attendance Award
This award is presented to any senior who has had perfect high school attendance – Courtney Collins, Alissa Raymond and Amber Scruton
Merit Awards – Science
Dylan Lloyd – Earth Science
Joseph Bertonneau – Honors Earth Science
Victoria Jaskula – Honors Earth Science
Taylor Thompson – Applied Biology
Sarah Flynn – Living Environment
Erica Holmes – Living Environment
Dalton Izyk – Living Environment
Megan Mahaney – Living Environment
Catherine Wells – Living Environment
Nikita Blackburn – Consumer Chemistry
Dan Mays – Chemistry
Meredith Moshier – Honors Chemistry
Zachariah Schrecengost – Human Physiology
Troy Norton – Physics
Zachariah Schrecengost – Advanced Placement Physics
Merit Awards – Art
Megan Mahaney – Drawing & Painting
Sarah Skinner – Advanced Art
Mackenzie Kerley – Advanced Jewelry Making
The following scholarships are dedicated to former educators and students in the Oswego School District.
Dennis Boyce Memorial Scholarship
A $250 scholarship awarded to a student pursuing art at the college level – Emily Richmond
Jeff Pulis Memorial Scholarship
In memory of Jeff, an OHS student, a $350 scholarship is awarded to: – Jeremy Gosek
Mary C. Carlson Memorial Scholarship
A $500 scholarship in memory of Mary Carlson, who was a teacher at Fitzhugh Park School. The scholarship is awarded to: – Leah Folgherait
Dave Powers Memorial Scholarship
A $500 scholarship in memory of Mr. Powers, long-time coach at OHS, to a student who played at the varsity level, with the potential to play at the college level, and who maintained an 85% average or better. – Alexis Files
Edythe A. Martin Memorial Scholarship
A $250 scholarship given to a former Kingsford Park School student in memory of Edythe Martin, a teacher at Kingsford Park School. – Ashley Kuczawa and Rick Uribe
Jesse and Philip Fleischman Memorial Scholarship
A $600 scholarship in memory of Mr. Fleischman, an assistant principal at OHS and his wife, an English teacher, to a student who played at the varsity level, with the potential to play at the college level, and maintains an 85% average or better – Sarah Hill
Linda Shoults Memorial Scholarship
A $500 scholarship awarded to a female athlete in memory of Linda Shoults, a physical education teacher, at Oswego High School. – Brooke Reifinger
Robert Gaebler Memorial Scholarship
A $200 scholarship in memory of Mr. Gaebler, a biology teacher at OHS, to a student planning to study biology or a related field in college. – Jessica Allen
Anthony M. and Margaret Slosek Memorial Scholarship
A $200 award in memory of Mr. Slosek, a social studies teacher at OHS, and his wife, to a student planning to study social studies – Rachel Baxter
Sandy Harrison Memorial Scholarship
A $500 scholarship given in memory of Sandy Harrison, an elementary teacher in the Oswego City School District. – Brian Walczak
Mary K. Hunt Memorial Scholarship
A $250 scholarship in memory of Mrs. Hunt, a math teacher at OHS, to students active in school and community service. – Breanna Sharkey
Rita Gimmie Memorial Scholarship
A $200 scholarship, in memory of Miss Gimmie, a physical education teacher and counselor at OHS, to a student who has demonstrated industrious work skills and who plans to attend a two or four-year college – Amber Earl
Faust Family Scholarship
A $1,000 scholarship in memory of Mr. Faust, principal at OHS from 1939 – 1964, to a student planning on a career in education who consistently demonstrates a caring attitude towards peers, staff and the community. – Rachel Healy
Pat and Joseph A Wilber Memorial Scholarship
A $500 scholarship in memory of Mr. Wilber, athletic director at OHS, and his wife, Pat, a teacher at Fitzhugh Park Elementary School – Shane Bartrum
Sharon Swiech Memorial Scholarship
A $250 scholarship awarded to a member of the varsity swim team who is involved in community service and extra curricular activities – Laura O’Brien
Anthony J. Murabito Memorial Scholarship
Mr. Murabito was Principal of OHS from 1969 – 1974. A $500 scholarship to a student planning to pursue a career in science – Rachel Clark
Honors Medals
Awarded to students who have maintained an average of 94 or above and are graduating with highest honors.
Katherine Abramski, Angelica Alejandro, Jessica Allen, Karly Babcock, Kristen Bartholomew, Rachel Baxter, Michael Brown, Andrew Bush, Aryelle Caruso, John Chatterton, Rachel Clark, Maia Czarnecki, Samuel Czarnecki, Alexis Files, Rachel Healy, Sarah Hill, Alexander Kaplewicz, Griffin Mervine, Sarah Miller, Daniel Montagnola, Elizabeth Nielsen, Laura O’Brien, Taylor Phillips, Mason Rabalais, James Reynolds, Emily Richmond, Amber Scruton, Brittany Sperino Horsford, Tyler Spicer, Candace Supernavage and Brian Walczak.
Salutatorian Medal
Awarded to the student with the second highest cumulative average in the graduating class. – Sarah Skinner
Valedictorian Medal
Awarded to the student with the highest cumulative average in the graduating class. – Lindsay Johnson.
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