Scholarship and Awards Night
Wellsville High School
Scholarship & Awards Night June 10, 2008
The Wellsville High School held its 19th annual Senior Scholarship Awards night on June 10th. Seventy local organizations, clubs, individuals and scholarship trust funds gave financial awards in the amount of $97, 420.79 to Wellsville High School seniors who are planning on continuing their education. I would like to thank all of these generous individuals, clubs and associations who have invested in our students’ future education. This community has demonstrated time and time again that not only does it care about our kids, but it is also willing to commit words into actions. Thank you all for the support you provide to Wellsville High School students.
Mr. Dean Giopulos, HS Principal
US Air Force Achievement Awards
The Air Force recognizes outstanding seniors
who have excelled during the past school year.
Recipients:
Math & Science – Sarah Keib
Scholar Athletes – Meghan Costello & Justin McLaughlin
Technology – Sara Abbott & James Cain
Presented by: Mr. Gary Johnson, Guidance Dept. Chair
US Army Reserve Scholar/Athlete Awards
The Army Reserve honors excellent scholar-athletes in high schools across the nation.
Recipients: Ashley Dunham & Kevin Reuning
Presented by: Staff Sgt. Van Booth, US Army Recruiter
Marine Corps Achievement Awards
The US Marine Corps offers several awards to appropriately recognize deserving students.
Recipients:
Distinguished Athlete – Maureen Gardner & Matthew Moretti III
Semper Fidelis – Amy Taylor
Scholastic Excellence – George Gunner
Awards Presented by: Ms. Michelle Alvord, Guidance Counselor
Allegany County Pomona Grange #45 Perseverance Award
This award is meant to honor a student who has learned “that success in a good cause is gained only by perseverance”.
Recipient: Ashley Cunningham
Presented by: Ms. Emily Ormsby, Allegany County Pomona Grange
Allegany County S.A.D.D. Scholarships
Members of Students Against Disastrous Decisions are eligible for these awards.
Recipients: Lauren Kochendarfer
Presented by: Ms. Lindsey Tompkins, Guidance Counselor
Ken Kiefer, Sr. Memorial Award
The name of an outstanding scholar-athlete will be added to those engraved on the Ken Kiefer Memorial plaque.
Recipient: Alan Ackley
Presented by: Mrs. Shelley Chaffee, Mr. Kiefer’s daughter
WHS Hall of Fame Scholarship
This scholarship is awarded to a graduating senior who excels in athletioc, academics, and community service.
Recipient: James Braunscheidel
Presented by: Mrs. Shelley Chaffee, WHS Hall of Fame Committee
Alumni Association of Wellsville High School
The Alumni Association receives donations from former graduates to reward deserving students.
Recipients: Ezekiel Brownell, Shane Dunbar, Calvin Rocchio, Kyle Thompson, & Tyler Wright
Presented by: Mr. Tony Havens, President of WHS Alumni Association
The Community of Wellsville Art Scholarships
These awards are funded by community contributions to recognize exemplary art students.
Recipients: Samuel Rashid & Calvin Rocchio
Presented by: Mrs. Amanda Oglesbee & Mr. Mark Corwine, Barrie Fanton, Art Committee
WHS Student Council Scholarships
Student Council members who have given oustanding service are honored with this award.
Recipient: Maureen Gardner, Lauren Kochendarfer, Jessie Mehl, & Nicle Nye
Presented by: Ms. Stacy Saltino, Advisor
Beta Sigma Phi Sorority Scholarships
Beta Sigma Phi Sorority encourages college preparation and rewards seniors who show initiative, seriousness of purpose and community service.
Recipients: James Braunscheidel & Claire Rohrabacher
Presented by: Ms. Lindsey Tompkins, Guidance Counselo
Pete Childs Memorial Scholarship
Fisher’s Pharmacy recognizes graduates who plan a career in pharmacy or medical/health.
Recipient: Teresa Elliott
Presented by: Mr. Gary Johnson, Guidance Department Chairman
Civil Service Employees’ Association Scholarships
The Wellsville School District’s CSEA Chapter 802 honors children of members.
Recipient: James Braunscheidel & Justin McLaughlin
Presented by: Mrs. Elva Cornell, CSEA Member
Shane Colligan Memorial Scholarship
This award is in memory of an outstanding WHS graduate, whose courage and perserverance is an inspiration to us all.
Recipient: Caitlin Slep
Variety Club of Buffalo Scholarship
Recipient: Sarah Keib
Both Presented by: Mr. Tim Colligan, father of Shane Colligan
American Legion Auxiliary Scholarships
The Morrison Hayes Unit #702 American Legion Auxiliary awards scholarships to one or more eligible candidates.
Recipients: Teresa Elliott
Presented by: Ms Deb Roberts, 1st Vice President of the American Legion Auxiliary
American Legion Post #702
Memorials
Children or grandchildren of veterans are selected to receive these memorial scholarships.
“Terry Quackenbush” Scholarship
Recipient: Trenton Scoville
“Sonny Sobeck” Scholarship
Recipient: Teresa Elliott
Both presented by Mr. John Baldwin, American Legion Representative
American Legion Post #702
Presidential Freedom Scholarship
The American Legion Post #702 recognizes outstanding leadership in community service by high school seniors.
Recipient: Dawn Giddings
All Presented by: Mr.John Baldwin, American Legion Representative
Moose Lodge #601
The Moose Lodge awards a graduating senior who has contributed at least 100 hours of community service within the past 12 months.
Recipient: Hilary Briggs
Presented by: Mr. Rick Freeman, Deputy Supreme Govenor
Cassandra Congdon Memorial Scholarship
The Moose Lodge #601 is awarding a scholarship in memoryof Cassandra Congdon. It is awarded to a senior who will be entering college in the filed of Elementary Education.
Recipient: Alan Ackley
Presented by: Mr. Rick Freeman, Deputy
Dornow Memorial Scholarship Fund
Since 1956, the will of Mrs. Dornow has provided awards to encourage college study.
Recipients: Daniel Fanton & Charles Trimble
Presented by: Ms. Lindsey Tompkins, Guidance Counselor
Mason T. & Elizabeth Dye Memorial
This endowment from the will of Mr. and Mrs. Dye will reward WHS graduates who attend college.
Recipients: Kayle Gordnier & Ryan Hoshal
Presented by: Ms. Michelle Alvord, Guidance Counselor
Class of 1971 Scholarship
This scholarship honors deceased members of the Class of 1971. The funds for this award are donated by the Class of 1971 and their families.
Recipient: Trenton Scoville
Presented by: Cindy Jadwin, Class of 1971
Dolores Neary Anstaett Scholarship
Carol W. Anstaett, 1st Vice-President of Smith Barney, Inc. (Olean) has set up this generous fund to help WHS graduates. Mrs. Anstaett graduated from WHS in 1950.
Recipient: George Gunner & Claire Rohrabacher
Presented by: Ms. Lindsey Tompkins, Guidance Counselor
Elks Club ‘F. Vanama Jones’ Scholarships
Given by the local Elks Lodge in memory of former Sheriff F. Vanama Jones to members’ children.
Recipients: James Braunscheidel, Kelly Burdick, Meghan Costelllo, Maureen Gardner, Kevin Reuning, Claire Rohrabacher, Steven Thomas, & Gabrielle Tripodi
Presented by: Mr. Tim Colligan, Elk’s Scholarship Committee
Elks Club Lodge Scholarships
The Elks Club rewards good scholarship with these awards.
Recipients: James Braunscheidel, Meghan Costello, Maureen Gardner, Kevin Reuning, & Steven Thomas
Presented by: Mr. Tim Colligan, Elks Club Scholarship Chairman
Exchange Club of Wellsville Scholarships
The Wellsville Exchange Club again honors high school graduates with its Scholarship Program.
Recipients: Charles Cain, Robbie Shay, & Caitlin Slep
Presented by: Mr. Ralph Eastlack, Scholarship Chairman, Exchange Club
WCS Transportation Dept. Scholarships
The WCSD transportation department offers a scholarship to a senior planning to attend college.
Receipient: Stanisiaus Hewlett & Ryan Whitney
Presented by: Ralph Eastlack, WCSD representative
New York State Lottery “Leaders of Tomorrow”
$4,000 Scholarship
Each school in New York State receives only one scholarship to bhe awarded to an outstanding college-bound senior.
Recipient: Dawn Giddings
Presented by: Mr. Dean Giopulos, Principal
Football Boosters’ Scholarships
Since 1998, the WHS Football Boosters have honored Senior athletes with these scholarships.
Recipients: Daniel Butler, James Cain, Ryan Dibble, Mitch Fanton. Stan Hewlett, & Tyler Seamans
Presented by: Mr. Frank Brown & Dan Shutt, Lions’ Football Boosters Coaches
Edward & Evelyn Foster Memorial Scholarship
This award honors a senior who will pursue a degree in environmental studies or elementary education.
Recipient: Charles Cain III
Presented by: Mr. Daryle Foster, son of Mr. and Mrs. Foster
Giant Food Mart/Duane Duell Memorial Scholarship
Given by his sister, Linda O’Connor, and Giant Food Mart, this award honors the memory of Duane Duell; and is given to a senior who will attend SUNY Alfred.
Recipient: Hilary Briggs
Presented by: Mr. Doug Depew, Manager, Wellsville Giant Food Mart
Immaculate Conception Parish
Altar & Rosary Society Scholarship
This scholarship is given by the Altar & Rosary Society of Immaculate Conception Church to an outstanding, confirmed ICS graduate.
Recipient: Matthew Moretti III & Gabrielle Tripodi
Presented by: Mrs. Linda Wesche, President Altar and Rosary Society
Kiwanis Club “James O. Smith” Grants
This scholarship is presented to seniors who plan to major in business at college. It is given in memory of James Smith, former WHS teacher.
Recipient: Dawn Giddings & Kyle Thompson
Presented by Mr. Gary Johnson, Kiwanis Club Scholarship Committee
LEO Club ‘Tyler Hunt’ and ‘Carl Fanton’ Jr.
Memorial Awards
The WHS Leo Club funds these scholarships in memory of their friends and classmates.
Recipients: Kelly Burdick & Michell Fanton
Presented by: Mr. Justin Cornelius, LEOS Club Advisor
Lioness Club of Wellsville Scholarships
The Lioness’ Club honors college-bound graduates who have showngood scholarship and spirit.
Recipients: Jessie Mehl
Presented by: Mrs. Stephanie Sturm, Scholarship Committee Member
Wellsville Lions Club Scholarships
The generous Lions Club Scholarship program honors graduates who have done community service and who are excellent scholars.
Recipients: Maureen Gardner, Justin McLaughlin, Steven Thomas
Presented by: Dr. Byron Chandler, Lions Club Member
Lions Club Medals for Excellence
Each year the Lions Club rewards outstanding scholarship with these medals:
Art – Calvin Rocchio
Business – Kyle Ritter
Social Studies – Sarah Keib
Technology – Samuel Rashid
Math – George Gunner
English – Claire Rohrabacher
Spanish – Jessie Mehl
Science – Steven Thomas
Presented by: Mr. Bruce Thomas, Lions Club Scholarship Committee & Beth Howitt, WEA President
Alstom Power/Air Preheater Scholarship
This scholarship rewards children of Alstom Power/Air Preheater employees.
Recipient: Meghan Costello, Ashley Graham, & Nicole Nye
Presented by: Mrs. Gail Willson, Alstrom Power
Mallery Memorial Scholarship
This memorial fund honors hard-working graduates who plan to go on for further education.
Recipient: Timothy Martin
Presented by: Ms. Michelle Alvord, Guidance Counselor
William McKinley Memorial Scholarship
The McKinley family memorial to their beloved son and brother Billy is funded by proceeds from the Billy Billy McKinley Golf Tournament, sponosred by the owners of Better Days and L’Italia Restaurants.
Recipients: Jenny Wilcox & Samuel Wilson
Presented by: Michael McKinley, brother of Billy McKinley
Monica M. Moore Memorial Scholarship
Ms. Moore’s family set up this scholarship to honor her memory and assist outstanding Wellsville High School graduates.
Recipient: Sarah Keib
Presented by: Robert & Hope Moore, Monica M. Moore’s nephew & niece
Science of Life Award
This scholarship is given to a graduating senior who has financial need and an interest in a career in health, medicine or life sciences.
Recipient: Ashley Graham
Presenter: Mrs. Nancy Saupe, mother of Dr. Richard Saupe
National Honor Society
School Service Scholarship
This scholarship honors a senior who has gone “above and beyond” in serving others.
Recipients: Sarah Keib
Presented by: Mrs. April Palmiter, Advisor
Parker Family Scholarship
This award is intended for a senior attending a vocational school. The award money will be used for the purchase of tools.
Recipient: Stanislaus Hewlett
Presented by: Mr. Richard Parker, Parker Family Scholarship
Brigid Porter Memorial Scholarship
The porter family honors Brigid’s memory with an award for a senior planning to study music.
Recipient: Dawn Giddings
Presented by: Mr. Gary Johnson, Guidance Department Chairman
High School Principal’s Scholarship
Students who have had a “positive influence on school climate” are honored from faculty and staff donations.
Recipient: Matthew Moretti III, Samuel Rashid, Courtney Schroeder
Presented by: Mr. Dean Giopulos, Principal
Leslie Newland Thomas Memorial Scholarship
This scholarship is awarded to a graduating senior entering a two or four year college majoring in music.
Recipient: Dawn Giddings
Presented by: Ms. Carrie Whitwood, sister of Leslie Newland Thomas
Kevin Lynch Memorial
This scholarship is given by Kevin’s friends and family to aid athletic college-bound seniors who have achieved good math and science grades.
Recipients: James Braunscheidel & Ashley Dunham
Presented by: Ms. Michelle Alvord, Guidance Counselor
Rotary Club of Wellsville
Education Fund Grants
The Rotary Club recognizes those graduates who consistently demonstrate all-around fine achievement.
Recipients: Alan Ackley, Ryan Whitney, Priya Ravichandran, & Samuel Wilson
Presented by: Mr. Art VanTyne, Rotary Club Scholarship Committee
Steuben Trust Company Scholarship
Begun in 1995, Steuben Trust rewards a senior who plans to attend a four-year college.
Recipient: Jessie Mehl
Presented by: Mr. Gary Balcom, Manager, Wellsville Branch Stueuben Trust Company
Bartholomay Nursing Scholarship
Mrs. Bartholomay gave the proceeds from the sale of her home to help graduates earn an RN degree.
Recipient: Teresa Elliott & Caitlin Slep
Presented by: Ms. Lindsey Tompkins, Guidance Counselor
Veterans of Foreign Wars Post #2530
“Mike Pasquale” Scholarship
This award is given to a graduate to reward good scholarship and patriotism.
Recipient: Ashley Graham
Presented by: Mr. Gary Johnson, Guidance Department Chairman
Elizabeth Walchli Scholarships
Ms. Walchli gave these scholarships to help WHS seniors achieve their dreams with the stipulation the winners exhibit kindness, empathy and respect for others.
Recipients: Maureen Gardner, Ashley Graham, Kayle Gordnier, Viennia Mead, Caitlin Slep, & Jenny Wilcox
Presented by: Mr. John Walchli Jr., brother to Elizabeth Walchli
Walker Business Services Scholarship
This award is given by Walker Business Services to a graduate planning on a business career after college.
Recipient: James Cain
Presented by: Mrs. Vonnie Walker, Owner of Walker Business Services
Walker & Marshall Insurance Agency Scholarship
Two awards are given to outstanding seniors. One scholarship is given to a senior who plans to study criminal justice.
Recipients: Courtney Schroeder, Ryan Whitney, & Katelyn Winchell
Presented by: Mr. Robert Walker, Owner, Walker Marshall Insurnace Agency
Wellsville Area Chamber of Commerce
“Kailbourne-Allen” Scholarship
Given by Erland-Kailbourne, Gary Allen & The Chamber of Commerce; this honor rewards a student who plans to study banking or business in college.
Recipient: Lauren Kochendarfer
Presented by: Mr. Steve Havey, Director of WLSV Area Chamber of Commerce
Women of the Moose Memorial Scholarship
A student who plans to study nursing or another “people-oriented” field is honored.
Recipient: Ashley Cunningham
Presented by: Rae Franklin, Senior Regent Wopmen of the Moose #248
James D. Washburn Memorial Scholarship
Friendship Dairies and Mrs. Washburn have sponsored this scholarship in Mr. Washburn’s memory.
Recipient: Charles Cain III
Presented by: Mr. Kevin Becker, Mr. Washburn’s grandson
Wellsville C.S.D. Employees Scholarships
These scholarships are funded by employee contributions. The Pat Pickut Memorial is awarded to an outstanding senior who loves English. The WCS rewards outstanding seniors.
Pat Pickut Memorial Scholarship: Jenny Wilcox
WCS Awards: James Braunscheidel, Kevin Reuning, & Charles Trimble
Presented by: Mrs. Beth Howitt & April Palmiter, WEA Educators
Wellsville High School Music Awards
Music program students who have participated throughout their high school years are honored by the Music Boosters with these awards. The following awards were presented by: Mrs. Judith Belin, Director of Music & Mrs. Connie Dunham, Music Boosters Club.
Music Education Award
Recipient: Dawn Giddings
Music Service Awards
Recipients: Sara Abbott, Alan Ackley, Ashley Dunham, Teresa Elliott, Dawn Giddings, Kayle Gordnier, Nicole Nye, Priya Ravichandran, Amy Taylor, Charles Trimble, & Katelyn Winchell
Music Theatre Awards
Recipients: Dawn Giddings & Charles Trimble
John Phillip Sousa Award
Recipient: Amy Taylor
NYSFBC Award
Recipients: Amy Taylor
Jill Burton Memorial Scholarship
This award recognizes an outstanding cosmetology graduate. It is given in memory of Ms. Jill Burton, former owner of Shear Delight Salon.
Recipient: Brittany McLaughlin
Presented by: Ms. Michelle Alvord, Guidance Counselor
Jeremy D. Smith Memorial Scholarships
These scholarships are given by friends and family of Jeremy Smith, a graduate of the Class of 1997.
Recipients: Ashley Cunningham, Shane Dunbar, & Trenton Scoville
Presented by: Mr. Gary Johnson, Guidance Department Chairman
David’s Song Scholarship
This gift from Mrs. Audrey Phelps Chouffi, ’56, is awarded to a graduate(s) who are not necessarily college-bound, but are eager to learn and grow.
Recipient: Sara Abbott & Brian Willetts
Presented by: Ms. Lindsey Tompkins, Guidance Counselor
Joshua G. Giddings Memorial Scholarship
This award is given in memory of Joshua G. Giddings, a Class of 2003 graduate.
Recipient: Dawn Giddings
Presented by: Mr. Gary Johnson, Guidance Dept. Chair
HONORS PREVIOUSLY ANNOUNCED
Allegany Area Foundation Scholarships
Kirby Jensen Scholarship
Belva Waite Scholarships
Allegany County National Honor Society Scholarships
American Legion Boys State
Big 30 Academic Team
Big 30 Athletic Team
Burger King ScholarshipNominee
Business First “First Honors”
Robert Byrd Honors Scholarship Nominee
Clarkson University Leadership Award
Clarkson University Achievement Award
DAR Good Citizen
Davies-Foy Scholar/Athletes Award
IAABO Referees’ Scholarship
Duane Anderson Science Medal
Exchange Club “Students of the Month”
Twenty-Point Letters
Forty-Point Letters
Sixty-Point Letters
Eighty-Point Letters
Henry and Rosa Gabriel Memorial Scholarships
Knights of Pythias Award
NASSP Principals’ Leadership Award Nominee
National FFA Scholarship/Agway Foundation
NYS Scholarships for Academic Excellence
NYS Attorney General’s “Character, Courage & Commitment” Award
NYS Comptroller’s Achievement Award
NYS DECA Career Conference Delegates
Odyssey of the Mind World Finalists
President’s Awards for Academic Excellence (Gold)
President’s Awards for Educational Achievement (Silver)
Principals’ Ready Writing Contest
Prudential “Spirit of Community” Award
RPI Science and Mathematics Medal
IT Computing Medals
Rotary Club “Students of the Month”
Student Sage Award, Russell Sage College
The Western New York Trio/AEEE Consortium Achievement Award
Toyota Community Scholars Program Nominee
University of Pittsburgh at Bradford “Women of Promise”
University of Rochester Award/Bausch & Lomb
University of Rochester Award/Humanities and Social Sciences
Wells College 21st Century Leadership Award
Wellsville Business & Professional Women’s Club Award
Wendy’s Heisman Scholar-Athlete Awards
New York State Business and Marketing Honor Society
Great Lakes Institute of Technology Award
Association of New York State Troopers
Dekalb Award
J. Dennis Kirst Scholarship
BESPA-CA Employee Scholarship
Wellsville High School Family Pics Scholarship & Awards Night Program
