Class of 2008: Commencement Prizes, Awards, and Scholarships
VALEDICTORIAN: Katherine Enola Dickson
SALUTATORIAN: Natalie Fay Chlus
AGNES DILLON EDWARDS MEMORIAL AWARD - $250.00
A senior student of academic excellence and serious intent who has been accepted
at an accredited two or more year institution of higher learning.
Donor: Mr. David D. Edwards
KATHERINE DICKSON
AMERICA RED CROSS HIGH SCHOOL CHALLENGE SCHOLARSHIP
Awarded to a senior who volunteered at school blood drives during his or her
junior and senior years.
Donor: America Red Cross
COURTNEY TERZI
AMERICANISM PRIZE - $150.00
Devotion to the United States of America and its institutions. Each recipient
will be awarded $50.00
Donor: Little Falls American Legion Post #31
THOMAS FEANE
RYAN GROWER
JAMES SARTO
AMERIGO TRIPOLONE MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP - $100.00
Seniors who have demonstrated the qualities of kindness, compassion, and
friendliness toward fellow students and teachers during the course of their high
school years. Each recipient will be awarded $50.00.
Donor: Mrs. Elide Tripolone and Family
MICHAEL LACOURSE
KIMBERLY STEINER
ANNETTE VEDOVATI CARPENTER MEMORIAL AWARD - $100.00
A senior seeking higher education in the medical or a related field.
Donor: Mr. Virge Carpenter
SHANNON LAVENTURE
ARNOLD BLUMBERG CIVIC CLUB SCHOLARSHIP - $2500.00
Scholarship, character, achievement, activities, and ability.
Donor: Little Falls Civic Club
NATALIE CHLUS
LOGAN DODGE
ATHLETIC AWARD – GAA - $150.00
Female athletes who has demonstrated outstanding participation and service. Each
recipient will be awarded $50.00
Donor: Little Falls High School GAA
KARLA BARONE
ELLA MIHEVC
SARAH SPAULDING
ATHLETIC AWARD - JOHN AARON LAWRENCE MEMORIAL - $200.00
A senior who demonstrates dedication, sportsmanship, leadership, is liked by his
peers, and gives 110% of his ability in football or track.
Donor: Laura Lawrence Campione and Sarah Lawrence Shepardson
STEVEN SHERWOOD
ATHLETIC AWARD – MONOGRAM CLUB - $50.00
Awarded to two male athletes who has exhibited growth and maturity throughout
his high school career. Each recipient will be awarded $25.00
Donor: Little Falls High School Monogram Club
TOM FEANE
ANDREW SCANLON
ATHLETIC AWARD – PAUL A. GABRIEL MEMORIAL - $100.00
To a high school senior who participated in athletics and showed improvement
while demonstrating dedication, discipline, and respect.
Donor: Mr. and Mrs. Mark Gabriel
JAMES SARTO
ATHLETIC SCHOLAR AWARD - $500.00
Awarded to a senior male and female athlete in good academic standing, who
exhibit character, leadership, and sportsmanship both on and off the field. Each
recipient will receive $250.00
Donor: Mountie Athletic Club
ALLISON DOBROVOLC
STEVEN SHERWOOD
AUGUST P. DOUGLAS, JR. SCHOLARSHIP AWARD - $100.00
Awarded to a baseball player who has exhibited dedication to his team and to the
sport of baseball.
Donor: August P. Douglas, Jr. Scholarship Fund
PATRICK SHEPARDSON
BAUSCH & LOMB SCIENCE AWARD – CERTIFICATE – PLAQUE
In recognition of outstanding academic achievement and superior intellectual
promise in the field of science.
Donor: University of Rochester
GRAHAM ROGERS
BERNADETTE HECOX AWARD - $100.00
Student pursuing a career in dance or physical therapy.
Donor: Anonymous
TIFFANY BROWN
BIG BROTHERS/BIG SISTERS PARTICIPATION AWARD – PLAQUE
Donor: Big Brothers/Big Sisters of Oneida and Herkimer County
JULIE CARDINAL
NATALIE CHLUS
KATHERINE DICKSON
LOGAN DODGE
CHARLES FETTERLY
KAITLYN HEARN
BRIAN R. ALGUIRE MEMORIAL - $100.00
This award is extended in Brian’s memory, recognizing the strength of character
and personal values he exemplified; given to a respected school citizen having
selected a career or post-secondary challenge and having demonstrated, in word
and deed, a commitment to that choice.
Donor: Mr. and Mrs. Robert Alguire
MICHAELA GARDINIER
CHURCH AND COMMUNITY AWARD - $2500.00
Students at Little Falls High School who will be attending college, are actively
involved in the mission and ministry of their local congregation and school
community, and are of high moral character.
Donor: Little Falls Presbyterian Church’s Becker Fund
KARLA BARONE
SARAH DELUCA
CLASS OF 1945 IN MEMORY OF CAPTAIN MILAN MOSNY, USAF – LANGUAGE PRIZE - $100.00
Best foreign language student. Given in memory of Captain Milan Mosny, United
States Air Force.
Donor: Class of 1945, Milan Mosny Memorial
KARLA BARONE
CLASS OF 1972 MEMORIAL AWARD IN MEMORY OF DECEASED CLASS MEMBERS - $25.00
A graduating senior continuing his/her career in some area of trade who shows
responsibility, pride, and a strong work ethic.
Donor: Class of 1972
SCOTT BEERS
CNY CHAPTER SCHOLARSHIPS - $500.00
This scholarship recognizes those that have excelled in athletics, academics,
and socially.
Donor: CNY Chapter of the National Football Foundation & College Hall of Fame,
Inc.
JAMES SARTO
COMMERCIAL PRIZE - $50.00
Recipient plans to pursue a career in business.
Donor: Mohawk Valley Business Women’s Club
JORDAN FILIPSKI
CSEA MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP IN MEMORY OF DECEASED MEMBERS - $100.00
Outstanding individual achievement awarded to a senior on the basis of service
to the school and community. Each recipient will be awarded $50.00
Donor: Little Falls Central School District CSEA Unit 1708
ASHLEY BUSCH
SCOTT BEERS
DANCE, ETC. SCHOLARSHIP - $200.00
A graduating senior interested in the arts (dance, drama, music).
Donor: Dance, Etc.
CHELSEA MAROSEK
DAR GOOD CITIZEN AWARD - $100.00
The award recognizes a senior demonstrating dependability, service, leadership,
and patriotism.
Donor: Astenrogen Chapter DAR
NATALIE CHLUS
DAVID M. MORETTI BUSINESS AWARD - $50.00
Senior business major with the highest average.
Donor: Teresa C. Moretti and Family
JORDAN FILIPSKI
DAVID M. MORETTI LEADERSHIP AWARD - $100.00
Senior Class President.
Donor: The Lamanna and Moretti Families
NATALIE CHLUS
DELORES GALUSHA PHALEN AND TED LYONS MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP - $500.00
A student attending a two or four year program in education, technology, art,
fine arts, home and careers, or agriculture.
Donor: Little Falls Teacher’s Association DANIELA REFF
DOLLARS FOR SCHOLARS SCHOLARSHIP AWARD - $500.00
Donor: Herkimer County BOCES
KIMBERLY STEINER
DR. BERNARD J. BURKE MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP - $1500.00
Given to a deserving senior or seniors pursuing education in the field of
science or medicine. Each recipient will be awarded $500.00.
Donor: Family and Friends of Dr. Bernard J. Burke
NORA CARPINETI
ALLISON DOBROVOLC
ANDREA MAROCCO
ENGLISH AWARD - $25.00
Best English Student.
Donor: John Crowly Estate Trust Fund
KATHERINE DICKSON
EXCELLENCE IN SERVICE SCHOLARSHIP - $250.00
Awarded to a graduation senior planning to enroll in an accredited college or
university.
Donor: First Source Federal Credit Union
NICOLETTE CLOUGH
FAMILY AND CONSUMER SCIENCE RECOGNITION - $25.00
Given to a student who is proficient in food and nutrition and who has shown
service to the school and community.
Donor: Mrs. Virginia S. Shaw
MAKAYLA HADCOCK
FBLA AWARD - $50.00
Awarded to an FBLA member who has shown continuous dedication to FBLA by
contributing time and effort in an unselfish manner. Each recipient will be
awarded $50.00.
Donor: Little Falls Chapter of the Future Business Leaders of America
JULIE CARDINAL
SHIVANI SUHAG
FBLA LEADERSHIP AWARD - $4000.00 - $500.00 PER SEMESTER FOR FOUR YEARS
This award is given to an outstandingly FBLA member who has served two or more
years as a local, state, or national officer and whose leadership abilities have
directly resulted in the Little Falls FBLA chapter achieving chapter, state, and
national awards. The recipient must be active in extra-curricular and volunteer
activities and possess academic achievement. The scholarship will provide $1,000
per year for up to four years of undergraduate study leading to a Bachelor’s
degree. The recipient will need to maintain a 2.75 or higher grade point average
each year in order to qualify for the next year’s scholarship.
Donor: The Babinec Family Trust
SHIVANI SUHAG
FIORY J. MORETTI ART AWARD - $50.00
Single best work of art created during the school year.
Donor: Mark and Joyce Moretti
ANDREA MAROCCO
FOLTS HOME AND MOHAWK VALLEY NURSING HEALTH CARE SCHOLARSHIP - $250.00
Given to a student entering into the health care profession.
Donor: Folts Foundation
NATALIE CHLUS
FOREST G. AND LILLIAN B. WEEKS COMMENCEMENT AWARD - $150.00
To a deserving student planning to further his or her education in the
technology field, graphic arts/drawing, home economics, or manual arts.
Donor: William and Margaret Weeks
REBECCA PARESE
FREDERICK DOUGLASS AND SUSAN B. ANTHONY AWARD IN HUMANITIES AND SOCIAL SCIENCES
– CERTIFICATE AND PLAQUE
Given to a student in recognition of outstanding academic achievement in the
humanities and/or social sciences.
Donor: University of Rochester
NICHOLAS SYLVESTER
FREDERICKA VICKERS CONRAD AND DR. JOSEPH W. CONRAD SCHOLARSHIP - $1000.00
Interested in pursuing a career in medicine, para-medicine, nursing, laboratory
technical work, hospital administration, or any allied health field.
Donor: Little Falls Hospital
NATALIE CHLUS
GAA SERVICE AWARD - $150.00
Presented to three female students who exemplify service and loyalty to the
girls’ athletic program at Little Falls High School. Each recipient will be
awarded $50.00.
Donor: Little Falls High School GAA
SARAH DELUCA
ALLISON DOBROVOLC
MARIAH JENSEN
GEORGE A. MUNK III MEMORIAL AWARD - $100.00
A senior male who is considerate and intends to pursue a trade or technical
career.
Donor: Family and Friends of George A. Munk, III
JEROME FOSTER
GEORGE W. WILLIAM MEMORIAL AWARD FOR SERVICE - $500.00
Senior who has shown service to his or her family, community, and school.
Donor: Family of George and Elizabeth William
KAITLYN HEARN
HCCC GUIDANCE AND COUNSELING AWARD - $100.00
To a student of high moral character planning to major in guidance and
counseling or the liberal arts at HCCC.
Donor: Francis S. Vickers Memorial
RACHEL CARRIG
HERKIMER COUNTY CONFERENCE OF MAYORS AWARD - $25.00
A senior who is planning to pursue a career in either government or politics.
Donor: Herkimer County Conference of Mayors
TOM FEANE
HERKIMER COUNTY COUSELORS’ ASSOCIATION AWARDS - $200.00
Donor: Herkimer County Counselors’ Association
SHIVANI SUHAG
HERKIMER COUNTY TEEN TALKLINE SERVICE RECOGNITION AWARD – PLAQUE
Members of the senior class who have given at least 50 hours of community
service to benefit the talkline mission.
Donor: The Herkimer County DSS/Education Liaison Committee and the YMCA
SARAH DELUCA
KAITLYN HEARN
JAMES SARTO
HIGH SCHOOL DRAMA AWARD - $300.00
For excellence and dedication to drama.
Donor: Little Falls High School Drama Club
Director’s Choice Award: KAITLYN HEARN $100.00
Producer’s Choice Award: NATALIE CHLUS $100.00
Leslie Hanna Award: SARAH SPAULDING $100.00
HOME ECONOMICS AWARD - $25.00
Home Economics student who has proved proficient in food and nutrition or
housing/environmental design and has taken human development courses and intends
to be further educated in a related field.
Donor: Future Homemakes of America – Little Falls High School
SADIE COFFEY
HOMERO DELGADO DUARTE AWARD FOR EXCELLENCE IN SPANISH - $100.00
Senior with three or more years of Spanish or French who demonstrates respect
for others.
Donor: Friends of Homero Duarte
NICOLETTE CLOUGH
IN HONOR OF THE CLASS OF 1955 AWARD - $150.00
Students who promote school spirit and demonstrate respect for others. Each
recipient will be awarded $75.00
Donor: Class of 1955
COURTNEY TERZI
CHARLES FETTERLY
IN MEMORY OF JOHN FOLTIN – ATHLETIC AWARD - $100.00
Presented to a graduation male and female who participated in varsity sports.
Each recipient will receive $50.00
RYAN GROWER
COURTNEY TERZI
IN MEMORY OF KATHERINE D. FILIPSKI - $200.00
Awarded to one male and one female senior entering the business field. Each
recipient will receive $100.00.
Donor: The Filipski Family
JORDAN FILIPSKI
ANDREW SCANLON
INDUSTRIAL ARTS AWARD - $100.00
A deserving senior who demonstrates good character in all he/she undertakes,
planning to study/work in industrial or mechanical arts.
Donor: Dr. H. D. Vickers Memorial
CORY BLAUVELT
JACQUELINE LEWIS COLANGELO, BOB GRESSLER, AND MONICA GRAU PAWLOWICH MEMORIAL
AWARD - $25.00
A student showing improvement in athletics.
Donor: St. Mary’s Academy – Class of 1962
ALICIA SKLARZ
JOHN S. FRAZIER MEMORIAL AWARD - $250.00
A senior choosing a future in elementary education.
Donor: Family of John S. Frazier
BREANNA DOUGLAS
JOSEPH “STASH” ZAWTOCKI MEMORIAL AWARD - $300.00
Given to a graduating senior planning on attending HCCC who participated in
athletics, and has a strong work ethic. Each recipient will be awarded $50.00.
Donor: Frandog Charities
ASHLEY BOEPPLE
MATTHEW ROUNDS
KAITLIN A. FEENEY MEMORIAL AWARD - $50.00
A senior pursuing a career in the medical field.
Donor: Family of Kaitlin A. Feeney
LOGAN DODGE
KAITLIN FEENEY MEMORIAL CHEERLEADER AWARD - $100.00
To a senior cheerleader who works well with others. Each recipient will be
awarded $50.00.
Donor: Mr. Doug Unser
LEAH DEMING
REBECCA KUEHNLE
LEADERS OF TOMORROW SCHOLARSHIP - $5000.00
A deserving student involved in many areas of high school life, not just
academics. Chosen for citizenship, community service participation, and
leadership skills.
Donor: New York Lottery
KATHERINE DICKSON
LESLIE ANDREE HANNA FIELD HOCKEY AWARD - $100.00
Presented to a field hockey player who excelled during post season play, and who
developed throughout her career to become an all-around player.
Donor: Mrs. Mounir Hanna
KIMBERLY STEINER
LESLIE ANDREE HANNA MEMORIAL PRIZE - $25.00
Senior female or male who shows school spirit, friendliness, and respect toward
fellow students and staff.
Donor: Class of 1991
RONALD FOX
LESLIE ANDREE HANNA MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP - $200.00
Scholarship awarded to the winner of the DAR Good Citizen Award in memory of
Leslie A. Hanna.
Donor: Mrs. Mounir Hanna
NATALIE CHLUS
LITTLE FALLS CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT BOARD OF EDUCATION MISSION AWARD - $200.00
To a senior who exemplifies the District’s mission to be education affective and
academically effective by demonstrating scholarship, character, leadership and
service to the school and community.
Donor: Little Falls City School District Board of Education
SHIVANA SUHAG
LITTLE FALLS CLASSES OF 1965 MEMORIAL - $200.00
A student who exemplifies school spirit.
Donor: Little Falls Class of 1965
RONALD FOX
LITTLE FALLS ELKS CITIZENSHIP AWARD - $100.00
A student who demonstrates an effort to make the Little Falls area a better
place in which to live and is involved in community activities.
Donor: Little Falls Elks Lodge #42
ELLA MIHEVC
LITTLE FALLS ELKS LOCAL SCHOLARSHIP AWARD - $600.00
Each recipient will receive $150.00.
Donor: Little Falls Elks Lodge #42
KATHERINE DICKSON
BREANNA DOUGLAS
MICHAELA GARDINIER
SHIVANI SUHAG
LITTLE FALLS HYDROELECTRIC SCHOLARSHIP - $500.00
A graduating senior furthering his/her education in engineering, computer
science, math, or physics. Students must have a high grade point average in math
and science, and be a well-rounded, creative, and independent thinker with a
strong work ethic.
Donor: Little Falls Hydroelectric Associates
ELLA MIHEVC
LITTLE FALLS MUSIC BOOSTERS AWARD - $500.00
Awarded to two seniors pursuing careers in performance music, music education,
theatre, music industry, or the performing arts. Each recipient will receive
$250.00
Donor: Little Falls Music Boosters
SARAH SPAULDING
SHAWN STARRING
LITTLE FALLS PROFESSIONAL FIREFIGHTERS AWARD - $500.00
This scholarship is presented to a student or students not only based on their
academic achievement but also their extracurricular activities and community
involvement. Each recipient will receive $250.00.
Donor: International Association of Firefighters Local 2966
LOGAN DODGE
REBECCA PARESE
LITTLE FALLS ROTARY CLUB SCHOLARSHIP - $2000 - 500.00 PER YEAR FOR FOUR YEARS
An award in the amount of $2000.00 equally divided over four years based on the
principle and motto of Rotary International, “Service Above Self.”
Donor: Little Falls Rotary Club
NATASHA TALBOT
LITTLE FALLS TEACHERS ASSOCIATION MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP - $500.00
Recipient must attend a four year institution for education.
Donor: Little Falls Teacher’s Association
BREANNA DOUGLAS
LITTLE FALLS YOUTH WRESTLING ACHIEVEMENT AWARD - $250.00
This award will be presented to a senior wrestler who will continue to
participate in wrestling while in college. This “Student of the Sport” has
achieved great success as a result of hard work, competitiveness, intensity, and
dedication.
Donor: Little Falls Youth Wrestling
JOHNNY WRATTEN
LOUISE CHAPPLE TANZER MEMORIAL – CREATIVE WRITING - $400.00
Senior who demonstrates competence in creative writing.
Donor: Children of Louise Chapple Tanzer
KATHERINE DICKSON
Mrs. Tanzer was a former President of the Little Falls Board of Education
MARGARET SPERBECK NURSING SCHOLARSHIP AWARD - $250.00
In memory of Margaret Sperbeck, who had a life-long interest in the nursing
profession.
Donor: Elaine Sperbeck and Janice Bretscher
KAYLIN SCANLON
MARILYN D. WELPE MEMORIAL AWARD - $300.00
Two seniors who value education, and display fine character, citizenship,
friendliness, and respect. Each recipient will be awarded $150.00
Donor: Family and Friends of Marilyn D. Welpe
LOGAN DODGE
KAITLIN HEARN
MARK A. VANSLYKE, M.D. MEMORIAL AWARD - $100.00
A senior male who possesses the potential for creatively applying head, hands,
and heart in a technical or medical field.
Donor: Family and Friends of Mar. A. VanSlyke, M.D.
SHIVANI SUHAG
MICHAELA KASNER ATHLETIC LEADERSHIP AWARD - $50.00
To a senior female athlete who best exemplifies leadership in the athletic
program of Little Falls High School.
Donor: Little Falls High School GAA
COURTNEY TERZI
MICHELLE SHAFER MEMORIAL AWARD - $100.00
Given to grandchildren of American Legion members Auxillary members. Each
recipient will receive $50.00.
Donor: American Legion Auxillary-Unit 31
NATALIE CHLUS
JACOB MASLE
MOHAWK VALLEY TOWNS BOWLING AWARD - $50.00
To a graduating senior who shows leadership qualities, good sportsmanship, and
interest in continuing to bowl after graduation.
Donor: Mohawk Valley Towns Bowling Association
RACHEL CARRIG
MONOGRAM CLUB SERVICE AWARD - $25.00
Presented to a male who exemplifies service and loyalty to the boys’ athletic
program at Little Falls High School.
Donor: Little Falls High School Monogram Club
RONALD FOX
MUSIC AWARD – DAVID DITATA AND FANNIE DELISLE MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP - $200.00
Excellence in music: pursuing further education or career in music or performing
arts.
Donor: Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Caiola and Rachel Caiola
SARAH SPAULDING
MUSIC SCHOLARSHIP - $1000.00
A member of the graduating class pursuing a career in the field of music.
Donor: Jackson Fenner Foundation
SARAH SPAULDING
ORMOND DRAKE SPEECH AWARD
Students gave five minute speech on the topic, “What should your high school
education do for your future life?”
Donor: Mrs. Ormond Drake First Place - $100.00 BREANNA DOUGLAS
Second Place - $75.00 SHIVANI SUHAG
Third Place - $50.00 JULIE CARDINAL
SARAH GRAY
PETER J. COLEMAN MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP - $300.00
Awarded to a senior boy and girl who are good school citizens, have had a
positive effect on the school environment, and have been good role models for
other students. Each recipient will receive $150.00.
Donor: Mrs. Peter J. Coleman
JOHN SCARANO
COURTNEY TERZI
POLISH COMMUNITY HOME AWARD - $500.00
Seniors who demonstrate leadership, achievement, and interest in community
affairs. Each recipient will receive $250.00.
Donor: Polish Community Home, Inc.
MEGHAN TRACY
ASHLEY BUSCH
PRESIDENT’S EDUCATION AWARD FOR OUTSTANDING ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENT – CERTIFICATE
Donor: President of the United States, George W. Bush
KARLA BARONE
SCOTT BEERS
ASHLEY BOEPPLE
KELLY CARNEY
NORA CARPINETI
RACHEL CARRIG
NICOLETTE CLOUGH
THOMAS FEANE
KAITLYN HEARN
REBECCA KUEHNLE
SHANNON LAVENTURE
ANDREA MAROCCO
ANSGAR NEHLS
DANIELA REFF
MATTHEW ROUNDS
JAMES SARTO
PRESIDENT’S EDUCATION AWARD FOR OUTSTANDING ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE – CERTIFICATE
Donor: President of the United States, George W. Bush
KRISTIN BAKER
TIFFANY BROWN
ASHLEY BUSCH
NATALIE CHLUS
SARAH DELUCA
KATHERINE DICKSON
LOGAN DODGE
BREANNA DOUGLAS
MICHAELA GARDINIER
NICOLE KRAFT
MICHAEL LACOURSE
ELLA MIHEVC
REBECCA PARESE
SARAH SPAULDING
KIMBERLY STEINER
DANIELLE STEPHENSON
SHIVANI SUHAG
PRINCIPAL’S AWARD
Each recipient will receive $20.00. This award is selected at the discretion of
the High School Principal.
MALLORY BLADEK
TIFFANY BROWN
DANA CELIO
LARISSA HERRINGSHAW
NICOLE KRAFT
ALENA LAPONE
JOSHUA LYON
EMILY PELZER
ANDREW SCANLON
DANIELLE STEPHENSON
CASSANDRA ROHACEK
SEAN URICH
CHRISTINE WAGNER
RAYMOND F. YOUNG MEMORIAL AWARD - $75.00
Deserving seniors who are considered well-rounded students exhibiting a
congenial personality and demonstrating effort in their academic program. Each
recipient will receive $25.00.
Donor: Family of Raymond F. Young
NATALIE CHLUS
JEROME FOSTER
JOHN SCARANO
REGINA GUINEY MEMORIAL AWARD - $300.00
Given to a senior furthering his or her education in the nursing profession who
shows compassion for those in school and in our community.
Donor: Family & Friends of Regina Guiney & Nursing Department, Little Falls
Hospital
KAITLYN HEARN
RENSSELAER POLYTECHNIC INSTITUTE AWARD CERTIFICATE
Given to a student for outstanding achievement in math and science.
Donor: Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute
EVAN KUYRKENDALL
ROBERT A. NOBLE MEMORIAL AWARD - $50.00
A graduating senior pursuing a degree in architecture or engineering based on
desire and dedication to this profession.
Donor: Karen, Stefanie, and Becky Noble.
REBECCA PARESE
ROBERT P. FEANE ATHLETIC AWARD - $150.00
Given to the most improved/hardest working athlete in the graduation class.
Donor: James and Robert Feane – Loving Sons
Kathy and Lynn Feane – Loving Daughters
KIMBERLY STEINER
ROCCO A. CALICCHIA MEMORIAL AWARD - $100.00
A graduating football player who exhibits integrity, a strong sense of justice
and fairness, and shows courtesy and respect to his peers and teachers.
Donor: Family and Friends of Rocco A. Calicchia
SCOTT BEERS
ROTC ARMY SCHOLARSHIP
Donor: US Army
THOMAS FEANE
SALVATORE AND CROCE MARCHESE MEMORIAL - $200.00
A senior who shows interest in politics and believes in the Democratic party
platform.
Donor: Maria M. Sciortino and Marchese Family
THOMAS FEANE
SALVI AND FLORENCE FERRARO MEMORIAL AWARD - $250.00
Given to the most outstanding senior band member in the graduation Class of
2008.
Donor: John, Rosalie, and Salvi Ferraro
SARAH SPAULDING
SAMUEL W. MADDALONI AWARD - $250.00
Awarded to deserving seniors who have demonstrated kindness, compassion and
citizenship and, despite facing personal adversity and academic challenges, has
demonstrated a drive to overcome those challenges.
Donor: Mr. Robert V. Madden
MAKAYLA HADCOCK
SCHOLARSHIP FOR ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE - $2500.00
Based on scholastic achievement in high school.
Donor: NYS Education Department
$1500.00 KATHERINE DICKSON
$500.00 ELLA MIHEVC
$500.00 NATALIE CHLUS
SCHOOL MOTTO AWARD FOR SERVICE IN MEMORY OF MR. AND MRS. MICHAEL MARINO AND DR.
PETER LONG - $200.00
Student should be in good academic standing and one who typifies the school
motto, “To be of use,” and has volunteered his or her time and talents in any
worthwhile school, church, or community endeavor.
Donor: Mrs. Marion Long
BREANNE DOUGLAS
SCIENCE PRIZE - $25.00
Outstanding contribution in science.
Donor: E. Allen Levee Memorial
JACOB MASLE
SECTION III/OTIS SENNETT SCHOLAR – ATHLETIC AWARD – PLAQUE AND PATCH
Awarded to two students with a minimum four-year scholastic average of 92.00,
who have participated in three sports and have been involved in their community.
Donor: Coca-Cola Bottling Company of Syracuse and Section III
SARAH DELUCA
JAMES SARTO
SENIOR DESERVING AWARD – CLASS OF 1967 - $100.00
In memory of deceased members of the Class of 1967.
Joseph Panik, Barbara (Congdon) Sweet, Adam Kolkowski, Kathleen (Welch)
Bernstein, Gregory Wing, Jack Shaper, Guylaine (Moore) Gregorka, Bruce Domenick,
James Dinardi, Edward Topper, Thomas Pavalock, John Grande, Edmund (Ted) Gorman,
Jr., Robert Healy, Gary Pelzer, Cassandra (George) Cetnar, Annette (Vedovati)
Carpenter, Giovanna (Marchese) Lamanna, Linda Walrath, Joseph Bandel, Joseph
Bulger, and Fiorello Verri.
Donor: Class of 1967 – LFHS & St. Mary’s
ASHLEY R. BUSCH
SENIOR DESERVING AWARD – ADAM KOLKOWSKI MEMORIAL - $35.00
Awarded to a graduation senior in good academic standing who has demonstrated
leadership ability during high school.
Donor: Anonymous
COURTNEY TERZI
TEMPLE BETH JOSEPH COMMUNITY SERVICE AWARD - $50.00
For community service of a high degree.
Donor: Temple Beth Joseph
SHIVANI SUHAG
THE ANDREW MAZUR DESERVING SENIOR AWARD - $250.00
To a college bound senior.
Donor: The Polish Community Club, Inc.
ANDREW PAWLUCK
THE GIOVANNA M. LAMANNA MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP - $1000.00
Awarded to two seniors who will pursue a career in teaching, especially in
Social Studies, History, Political Science, Economics, or Languages. Each
recipient will be awarded $500.00.
Donor: Family and Friends of Giovanna M. Lamanna
SARAH DELUCA
SCOTT LAVENTURE
THE KASNER FAMILY SCHOLARSHIP - $4000.00 - $500.00 PER SEMESTER FOR FOUR YEARS
To a student enrolled in a program of study leading to an educational
credential, either a degree or certification in a vocational area.
Donor: The Kasner Family
SHIVANI SUHAG
THE JODY FEANE AWARD - $100.00
Awarded to two students who have shown friendliness to the school community
throughout their high school years. Each recipient will be awarded $50.00.
Donor: The family of Jody Feane
THOMAS FEANE
LARISSA HERRINGSHAW
THE MICHAEL LAMANNA MEMORIAL FUND - $750.00
A student entering the field of education.
Donor: The Family of Michael Lamanna
SCOTT LAVENTURE
THE SCOTT DAWLEY MEMORIAL BOWLING SCHOLARSHIP - $500.00
Given to two senior female athletes who participated on the varsity bowling
team. Each recipient will be awarded $250.00.
Donor: Family and Friends of Scott Dawley
ALICIA SKLARZ
RACHEL CARRIG
THE SCOTT DAWLEY MEMORIAL WRESTLING SCHOLARSHIP - $500.00
To a senior varsity wrestler who shared Scott’s passion for wrestling.
Donor: Family and Friends of Scott Dawley.
JOHNNY WRATTEN
THE TED FALLIS MEMORIAL FOOTBALL SCHOLARSHIP - $100.00
To a deserving athlete who has shown extreme dedication, enthusiasm,
perseverance, and improved performance during the four years of his high school
career. Each recipient will be awarded $50.00.
Donor: Family of Ted Fallis
SCOTT BEERS
JAMES SARTO
THERESA BALDERSTON AWARD - $1000.00
A graduating senior female who has been active in sports and plans to further
her education.
Donor: Family and Friends
LOGAN DODGE
TRIPLE “C” AWARD – CERTIFICATE
Students with a strong commitment to education and the future.
Donor: Mr. Andrew Cuomo, Attorney General
JOHN SCARANO
COURTNEY TERZI
UNITED STATES MARINE CORPS – DISTINGUISHED ATHLETE AWARD – CERTIFICATE
Awarded to a senior male and female athlete who were members of a varsity team
and have proven themselves to be outstanding young citizens.
Donor: United States Marine Corp.
SARAH DELUCA
GRAHAM ROGERS
UNITED STATES MARINE CORPS – SCHOLASTIC EXCELLENCE AWARD - CERTIFICATE
Awarded to a senior who is recognized as an academic scholar, is a leader among
his or her peers, and is an outstanding young citizen.
Donor: United States Marine Corp.
KATHERINE DICKSON
VALLEY HEALTH SERVICES SCHOLARSHIP - $500.00
A graduating senior furthering his/her education in the medical field who has
maintained high academic standards throughout his/her high school career.
Donor: Valley Health Services
NATALIE CHLUS
VARSTIY TENNIS AWARD - $100.00
A graduating senior who demonstrates sportsmanship, citizenship, school, and
community service.
Donor: Mr. Brett Wehrum
RONALD FOX
VFW ATHLETIC AWARD - $300.00
A graduating senior female and male involved in athletics who demonstrate
patriotism and community spirit. Each recipient will receive $150.00
Donor: Veteran’s of Foreign Wars
SCOTT BEERS
S/Sgt. Steve Stefula Post #4612
SARAH DELUCA, Little Falls
WARREN W. CANORRO MEMORIAL AWARD - $300.00
A graduating senior who is furthering his or her education and demonstrates
patriotism, community service, and kindness.
Donor: The Family of Warren W. Canorro
MALISSA DELANEY
WOMEN’S CHRISTIAN ASSOCIATION SCHOLARSHIP - $1000.00 - $250.00 A YEAR FOR FOUR
YEARS
A young woman who has demonstrated intellectual, spiritual, and social
development.
Donor: The Women’s Christian Association of Little Falls, NY
MARIAH JENSEN
