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OSWEGO, NY – Nearly a quarter of a million dollars in scholarships and awards were presented to Oswego High School students at the annual award ceremony on June 9.
Executive Principal Pete Myles was joined by house principals Sue Piasecki and Barbara Wheeler in recognizing not only the accomplishments of the members of the “Class of 2008†but to students from all grade levels.
Charles E. Riley Oswego Rotary Scholarship
A $1,000 scholarship awarded to a student who demonstrates potential to succeed in college
M. Waruguru Gichane
Anthony Murabito Oswego Rotary Scholarship
A $1,000 scholarship awarded to a student who demonstrates potential to succeed in college
Elizabeth Donovan
Ralph & Dorothy Faust Oswego Rotary Scholarship
A $1,000 scholarship awarded to a student who demonstrates potential to succeed in college
Jenna Skubis
Doctor Manjula R. Shah Oswego Rotary Occupational Education Award
$500 awarded to a student enrolled in New Vision Allied Health and who demonstrates leadership skills
Jordan Holliday
Doctor Manjula R. Shah Oswego Rotary Scholarship
A $1,000 scholarship awarded over 4 years
Gabrielle Rumrill
Oswego Kiwanis Scholarship
A $1,000 scholarship for Community/School service
David Chatterton
Zonta Club of Oswego Scholarship
A $750 scholarship given to a female graduate who has been involved in community service
Jenna Skubis
Marine Corps Award for Academic Excellence
Alyssa Collins
Dorothy Gould Memorial Scholarship
One $250 scholarship to a student who participated in varsity athletics and who has demonstrated excellence in athletics and academics
Catherine DiVita
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.
Katlyn Smegelsky
J. Leonard Douglas Memorial Scholarships
7 Scholarships to students planning to enter the teaching or religious fields and who have maintained an average of 85 or above.
$225 to
Millicent Brown
Amanda Donovan
Lindi Himes
Katherine Irwin
Christina King
Emily Oleyourryk
Jenna Skubis
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.
Stephanie Fochtman
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.
Christopher Sova
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
Alison Finn
Special Merit Awards
These awards are given to students for special achievement.
Alfred Archer
Jareth Boyer
Katie Brunschweiger
Tiffany Ciarla
Josh Davidson
Karissa Favata
Chelsea Gentile – Volunteer Service
Ashley Haynes
Kristy Liccardi
Michael Losurdo
Brad Salmon
Patrick Webster
John Woodward
New York State Merit Scholarship for Academic Excellence
Awarded to students with the highest averages on Regents exams
$1,500 to
Alyssa Collins
Catherine DiVita
Sara Finn
$500 to
Amanda Donovan
Brittany Fink
Alison Finn
M. Waruguru Gichane
Jordan Holliday
Hannah Kisselburgh
Steven Kolenda
Kristina Licatese
Justin Pagano
Katlyn Smegelsky
Christopher Sova
Robert C. Byrd Scholarship
$1,500 per year up to four years awarded for high academic achievement and standardized tests.
Jenna Skubis
New York State Lottery Leaders of Tomorrow Scholarship
A $4,000 scholarship for leadership in school and the community
Morganne Atutis
New York State Comptroller Achievement Award
Given to a student who demonstrates leadership potential and a commitment to public service
Gabrielle Rumrill
F.A.D.D. Scholarship
A $500 scholarship to a student attending a 2- or 4-year college
Sarah Petrie
Dr. C. Adele Brown Scholarship
A $250 scholarship to a student going into a medical field.
Jordan Holliday
Excellence in English Award
A $100 scholarship to the senior who has demonstrated outstanding ability in English
Catherine DiVita
The New 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
Catherine DiVita
Donald Hill Memorial Scholarship
A $500 scholarship given to children of an Oswego police officer
Katelyn Bateman
Joshua Crego
Trooper Doyle Memorial Scholarship
A $1,000 scholarship to a student of good character and citizenship
Catherine DiVita
Thomas E. Lempges Scholarship
A $150 scholarship to a student who is pursuing a course of study in engineering or mathematics
Jeremy Linn
F. Britt Waters Memorial Scholarship
Three $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.
Jonathan Gilbert
Lauren Longley
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 Leaders
Monique Reeser
Merit Awards – English
Glorimil Aponte – English 12
Josh Baer – English 10
Kristen Bartholomew – English 10 Honors
Rachel Clark – English 10 Honors
Paula Eannetta – American Literature
Nathanial Hollis – English Lab
Christina King – World Literature
Sabeth Krettek – American Literature
Meredith Moshier – English 9 Honors
Machele Pospesel – English 9
Brian Richmond – American Literature Honors
Nicholas Rossi – English 9
Elizabeth Scullin – American Literature Honors
Becca Smith – English 9 Honors
Margarita Vazquez – English 9
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.
M. Waruguru Gichane
John E. Cullinan Memorial Scholarship
A $1,000 scholarship awarded to students who attended Saint Paul’s Academy
Devon Amedio
Jordan Holliday
Lauren Longley
Gabrielle Rumrill
Elizabeth Schermerhorn
Michael Vivlemore
Richard Benjamin Memorial Scholarship
A $500 scholarship in memory of Richard Benjamin, a long time soccer coach at Oswego High School
Elizabeth Donovan
Special Awards for Underclassmen
This next 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 $40,000 scholarship awarded annually to recognize a junior who demonstrates strong leadership and academic qualities.
Joseph Purdy
Clarkson University High School Achievement Award
A $32,000 scholarship awarded annually to recognize a junior who demonstrates strong leadership and academic qualities.
Ashley Welsch
RIT Computing Medal Scholarship
A $12,000 scholarship awarded annually to one female and one male from the junior class who demonstrates academic achievement, leadership, and interest and ability in computing.
Stephanie Cielsa
Charles Kuczawa
University of Rochester
Frederick Douglas & Susan B. Anthony Award in Humanities and Social Science
A $24,000 scholarship over four years, awarded by the University of Rochester to the outstanding junior in the Humanities.
Jaimie Stiles
Bausch and Lomb Science Award
A $24,000 scholarship over four years, awarded by the University of Rochester
to the outstanding junior in science.
Jason Audlin
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
Jason Audlin
LeMoyne College Heights Award
A $20,000 scholarship over four years given to a junior for outstanding service to school and community
Alexis Ranous
Kodak Young Leaders Award
Ashley Welsch
The Mount Holyoke Club of Central New York Book Award
A book awarded to a sophomore girl 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 .
Kristen Hoefer
Merit Awards – Social Studies
Diana Acevedo Santiago – Global Studies 10
Karly Babcock – Global Studies 10
Norman Berlin – Global Studies 9
Justine Harrington – Global Studies 9
Kelsey Kostoroski – Criminal Justice
Tim Lamay – U.S. History
Michael McLaughlin – U.S. History
Mason Rabalais – Global Studies 10
Elizabeth Scullin – AP U.S. History
Elizabeth Scullin – AP Psychology
Charles Wetzel – Global Studies 9
Bosco & Geers Business Scholarship
A $250 scholarship to a student planning to attend business or marketing school
Elizabeth Donovan
Oswego Association of Business and Professional Women’s Club Scholarship
A $500 scholarship to a student who will be studying business at a two or four year school and who has demonstrated scholastic achievement, leadership, and good character.
Hannah Kisselburgh
PathFinder Bank Scholarship
A $150 scholarship to a student for academic excellence
Steven McCrobie
Alliance Bank Scholarship
A $100 scholarship to a student for academic excellence
Michelle Stepien
Chase Manhattan Bank Oswego Offices Scholarship
A $500 bond awarded to:
Elizabeth Schultz
Fulton Savings Bank Scholarships
$500 scholarships for students planning to attend SUNY Oswego or Cayuga Community College
Brittany Shoults
Rachel Walczak
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
Brittany Bruce
NRG Oswego Harbor Power Scholarship
$500 scholarships award to:
Tiffany Tesoriero
Gina Wyatt
Novelis Scholarship
A $2000 scholarship award given to a son or daughter of a Novelis employee:
Jordan Holliday
Cammeo Lazzaro
Emily Oleyourryk
Oswego Elks Lodge Scholarships
$250 Local scholarship to:
Jessica Dickquist
Ryan King
Sarah Petrie
Monique Reeser
Christopher Sova
$500 Local scholarship to:
Catherine DiVita
One year, $1000 State Scholarships to:
Steven Snyder
Rachel Walczak
Oswego Elks Lodge Most Valuable Student of the Year
One year, $1,000 Scholarship to:
Jenna Skubis
Order of the Eastern Star Scholarship
A $100 award given to a senior pursuing business or who has completed community service
Justin Bailey
Delta Kappa Gamma Scholarship
A $125 award given to an outstanding female graduating senior
Alyssa Collins
Oswego High School House 1 Scholarship
$50 scholarships given to two deserving House 1 seniors, based on their determination, dedication, and commitment to making a difference on their education and lives.
Jesus Alvarado
Dillon Coates
Merit Awards – Foreign Language
Sean Languein – French 4
Anthony Pecora – French 9
Taylor Phillips – French 2
Christian Cabanlig – Spanish 2
Devin Fragale – Spanish 9
Cali Harrington – Spanish 2
Tyler Spicer – Spanish 3
Christin Trzepalkowski – Spanish 1
Eric Witmer – Spanish 3 Honors
Elmer G. Hadlow Memorial Music Scholarship
A $500 scholarship given to a student who is planning to continue with music in his/her life.
David Chatterton
Marine Corps Semper Fidelis Music Award
David Chatterton
New York State Music Association Awards
Millicent Brown – Symphony Orchestra
Henrik Ehrhardt – Symphony Orchestra
Journalist of the Year
Christina King
Indeck Scholarship
Two $500 scholarships awarded to students pursuing a field in technology
Sara Finn
Michael Vivlemore
Society of Women Engineers Scholarship
Katlyn Smegelsky
Hyde Foundation Awards
$300 scholarships awarded to students for their team participation in the Entergy Science competition. The following students finished 4th in the competition:
Alison Finn
Sara Finn
Steven Snyder
Christopher Wallace
Aaron D. “Bear†Gordon Memorial Scholarship
A $250 scholarship given to a tech crew member in memory of Aaron Gordon, a former student.
Melissa Townsend
Jack Carney Memorial Scholarship
A $1,000 scholarship in memory of Mr. Carney given by his wife Jesse to a student planning to attend a technical or vocational school
Sara Finn
Oswego County Counselors Association Scholarship
A $100 scholarship to a student entering the field of human services
Casey Rose
Oswego Firefighters Association Scholarship
Two $400 scholarships for community/school service
Brittany Fink
Jeremy Linn
Triple “C†Award for Commitment, Character, and Courage
Lindi Himes
Kristina Licatese
Junior Achievement Ken Green Memorial Award
Awarded to a student who participates in Junior Achievement for successfully running a business while still in high school
Derek Grindle
CSEA Local 838 Heidi Allen Memorial Scholarship
A $300 scholarship awarded to
Kevin Kearns
Merit Awards – Math
Jason Audlin – Math 12
Rebecca Battles – Math 12B
Nikole Bonacorsi – Math A3/B1 Honors
Alexis Files – Math B1
Chelsea Geroux – Integrated Algebra
Alexis Gillard – Integrated Algebra
Justine Harrington – Integrated Algebra Honors
Lindsay Johnson – Math B3 Honors
William McSweeney – Fundamentals of Algebra
David Monroe – Integrated Algebra
Brittany Noyes – Integrated Algebra
Emily Richmond – Integrated Algebra
Merit Awards – Physical Education & Health
Andy Bush
Jennifer Cigler
Steven Czarnecki
Sarah Skinner
Oswego Lacrosse Club Scholarship
$250 awards for seniors who participated in the Oswego Lacrosse Club
Steven Czarnecki
Morgan McNamara
Nicole Nalle
Brian Witmer
Oswego Minor Hockey Scholarship
$1,000 scholarships to former members of minor hockey
Morganne Atutis
Steven Czarnecki
Steven Snyder
Christopher Sova
Oswego Football Parents Association Scholarship
A $300 scholarship to a varsity football team member
Jeremy Linn
Mike O’Brien Memorial Scholarship
A $500 scholarship given to a student who demonstrates an academic interest in science and math and who is also an athlete. This year, the boy’s basketball team has donated the entire amount.
Cammeo Lazzaro
Francis “La La†Ponzi Memorial Scholarship
A $250 scholarship awarded to a girl who has played varsity basketball
Megan Boardway
Kristina Licatese
Joseph and Helen McCaul Memorial Scholarship
Three $750 scholarships given to students for participation in athletics and extra curricular activities and who have the potential to participate in college athletics
Catherine DiVita
Elizabeth Donovan
Monique Reeser
BUC Boosters Scholarships
The amounts of the scholarships vary and will be announced at the Buc Boosters Spring Sports Awards Ceremony
Morganne Atutis
Hilary Callen
Steven Czarnecki
Catherine DiVita
Jeremy Linn
Emily Oleyourryk
Monique Reeser
Christopher Sova
Donald E. Bishop Sportsmanship Award
Monique Reeser
Joseph Chesare Sportsmanship Award
Christopher Sova
Outstanding Senior Female Athlete
Nikki Carroll
Outstanding Senior Male Athlete
Ryan Blauvelt
Section 3 Scholar / Athlete Award
Steven Czarnecki
Catherine DiVita
Marine Corps Distinguished Athlete Award
To varsity team members for teamwork and dedication
Hilary Callen
Christopher Sova
Air Force Math & Science Award
Awarded for excellence in math and science
Kristina Licatese
Micheal Sellars
Air Force Technology Award
Sara Finn
Michael Vivlemore
Air Force Scholar/Athlete of the Year Award
Jeremy Linn
Morgan McNamara
Merit Awards – Technology
Morganne Autis – Photography
Ashley Cahill – Yearbook
Alicia Smith – Home Economics
Ed Wallace Jr. – 3D CAD Animation
Dustin Worden – Computer Tool Box
Oswego Classroom Teachers Association Scholarships
The teachers of the Oswego City School District donate over $4,000 annually as well as participate in numerous fundraisers to make these awards possible.
This year, 22 scholarships were awarded totaling $6,000.
Erin Belden
Heather Buske
Drew Canale
Alyssa Collins
Catherine DiVita
Amanda Donovan
Adam Dristle
Jordan Holliday
Katherine Irwin
Hannah Kisselburgh
Kathryn Lazarski
Kristina Licatese
MaryKate Mooney
Kate Nelson
Emily Oleyourryk
Justin Pagano
Sarah Petrie
Monique Reeser
Gabrielle Rumrill
Jenna Skubis
Tiffany Tesoriero
Rachel Walczak
Oswego Teachers’ Employees Federal Credit Union Scholarships
$250 scholarships to
Kristina Licatese
Justin Pagano
Emily Pryor
Compass Federal Credit Union Scholarship
A $4,000 scholarship awarded over 4 years
Jordan Holliday
Student Council Scholarships
The Student Council of Oswego High School, through its annual MORP and fundraising efforts, has awarded 4 scholarships totaling $1,500
Morganne Atutis
Casey Donovan
M. Waruguru Gichane
Gabrielle Rumrill
National Honor Society Scholarship
$100 scholarships given to the senior members of the Honor Society who best exemplifies the qualities of character, scholarship, service, and leadership:
Alyssa Collins
John Collins
Ryan King
Kathryn Lazarski
Shelby Persons
Merit Awards – Science
Angelica Alejandro – Living Environment Honors
Nikole Bonacorsi – Earth Science Honors
Dominique Canale – Earth Science Honors
Brandon DeSantis – Living Environment
Parker Farley – Consumer Chemistry
Katie Flanagan – AP Physics
Justine Harrington – Earth Science
Krissy Knight – Living Environment
Sara Molinari – Physics
Derek Natoli – Living Environment
Ashley Olcott – Chemistry
Taylor Phillips – Living Environment
Chris Sova – Chemistry Honors
President’s Education Awards
These awards are given to seniors who have maintained a 90 average or above for all four years in high school
Steven Abramski
Devon Amedio
Morganne Atutis
Jessica Batchelor
Katelyn Bateman
Megan Boardway
Millicent Brown
Heather Buske
Ashley Cahill
Hilary Callen
Alyssa Collins
John Collins
Steven Czarnecki
Rebecca Delaney
Jennifer Delles
Alexis Deming
Catherine DiVita
Amanda Donovan
Casey Donovan
Elizabeth Donovan
Shannon Donovan
Patrick Dougherty
Zackary Falls
Colin Finck
Brittany Fink
Alison Finn
Sara Finn
Samantha Fiorini
Stephanie Fochtman
M. Waruguru Gichane
David Hamler
David Harrington
Joshua Hibbert
Lindi Himes
Jordan Holliday
Katherine Irwin
Kevin Kearns
Bruce Kesselring
Christina King
Gregory King
Ryan King
Hannah Kisselburgh
Steven Kolenda
Kathryn Lazarski
Kristina Licatese
Jeremy Linn
Melissa Lynch
Sean Mandurano
Morgan McNamara
MaryKate Mooney
Emily Oleyourryk
Justin Pagano
Ryan Pekarek
Shelby Persons
Chelsea Pittenger
Nicole Pritchard
Emily Pryor
Monique Reeser
Theodore Reifke
Sophia Rosenbaum
Gabrielle Rumrill
Michael Ryan
Emily Scranton
Micheal Sellars
Brittany Shoults
Jenna Skubis
Katlyn Smegelsky
Christopher Sova
Tiffany Tesoriero
Michael Vivlemore
Rachel Walczak
Christopher Wallace
Gina Wyatt
Merit Awards – Art
Chelsee Brockwell – Studio in Art
Amanda Donovan – Advanced Art
Megan Pecora – Ceramics & Jewelry
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
Amanda Donovan
Jeff Pulis Memorial Scholarship
In memory of Jeff, an OHS student, a $350 scholarship is awarded to:
Hannah Kisselburgh
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:
Sarah Petrie
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.
Steven Czarnecki
Edythe A. Martin Memorial Scholarship
A $500 scholarship given to a former Kingsford Park School student in memory of Edythe Martin, a teacher at Kingsford Park School, student who is planning to attend college or technical school
Katherine Irwin
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
Kristina Licatese
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.
Emily Oleyourrky
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.
Justin Pagano
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 Walczak
Sandy Harrison Memorial Scholarship
A $500 scholarship given in memory of Sandy Harrison, an elementary teacher in the Oswego City School District.
Catherine DiVita
M. Waruguru Gichane
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.
Tiffany Tesoriero
Rita Gimmie Memorial Scholarship
A $250 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 2- or 4-year college
Devin Amedio
Ralph 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.
Erin Belden
Melissa Townsend
Pat and Joseph A Wilber Memorial Scholarship
A scholarship in memory of Mr. Wilber, Athletic Director at OHS, and his wife Pat, a teacher
Jeremy Linn
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
Hillary Callen
Casey Donovan
Anthony J. Murabito Scholarship
Mr. Murabito was Principal of OHS from 1969 – 1974. He and his wife Greta continue to live in the area.
A $500 scholarship to a student planning to pursue a career in science
Alyssa Collins
Teen of the Year Award for Central New York
The recipient for this award was nominated by the Oswego community
Gabrielle Rumrill
Edna M. Scardella Education Fund Scholarship
This is a $10,000 scholarship given to a student for his/her hard work throughout his/her high school career
Brittany Fink
Army ROTC Scholarship
Austin Izyk
Honors Medals
Awarded to students who have maintained an average of 94 or above and are graduating with highest honors.
Steven Czarnecki
Amanda Donovan
Elizabeth Donovan
Shannon Donovan
Zackary Falls
Alison Finn
Sara Finn
Margaret Gichane
Jordan Holliday
Ryan King
Hannah Kisselburgh
Steven Kolenda
Kristina Licatese
Justin Pagano
Ryan Pekarek
Monique Reeser
Gabrielle Rumrill
Micheal Sellars
Jenna Skubis
Katlyn Smegelsky
Christopher Sova
Rachel Walczak
Salutatorian Medal
Awarded to the student with the second highest cumulative average in the graduating class.
Alyssa Collins
Valedictorian Medal
Awarded to the student with the highest cumulative average in the graduating class.
Catherine DiVita
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