Scholarship and Awards Night
Wellsville High School
Scholarship & Awards Night June 9, 2009
The Wellsville High School held its 20th annual Senior Scholarship Awards night on June 9th. Seventy local organizations, clubs, individuals and scholarship trust funds gave financial awards in the amount of $106,000+ 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 – Julia Rashid & Benjamin Schriener
Scholar Athletes – Cortni Monroe & Christian Pace
Technology – Jacqueline Crawford & Matthew Trimble
Presented by: Mr. Dean Giopulos, Principal
US Army Reserve Scholar/Athlete Awards
The Army Reserve honors excellent scholar-athletes in high schools across the nation.
Recipients: Jessica Nye & William Rigas
Presented by: Staff Sgt. Elling, US Army Recruiter
Marine Corps Achievement Awards
The US Marine Corps offers several awards to appropriately recognize deserving seniors.
Recipients:
Distinguished Athlete – Laura Babcock & Thomas Hennessy
Semper Fidelis – Kelsey Anderson
Scholastic Excellence – Joseph Gray
Awards Presented by: Cpl. Ellsworth, US Marine Corps Recruiter
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: Jacob Witter
Presented by: Ms. Sandra Green, Allegany County Pomona Grange #45
Allegany County Masonic Fellowship Council Scholarship
The Allegany Masonic Fellowship Council awards a scholarship to a deserving senior.
Recipients: Heather Garrabrant
Presented by: Gary Johnson, Guidance Dept. Chairman
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: Laura Chaffee
Presented by: Mrs. Shelley Chaffee & Mrs. Alice Kiefer, Mr. Kiefer’s daughter and wife
WHS Hall of Fame Scholarship
This scholarship is awarded to a graduating senior who excels in athletioc, academics, and community service.
Recipient: Alexander Foster, Thomas Hennessy, Skylar Hoffman, & Molly Wilson
Presented by: Ms. Michelle Alvord, WHS Hall of Fame Committee
Alumni Association of Wellsville High School
The Alumni Association receives donations from former graduates to reward deserving students.
Recipients: Steven Broughton, Cody Dixon, Thomas Hennessy, Kris Riley, & Kayla Vossler
Presented by: Mr. Brian Gray, WHS Alumni Association
The Community of Wellsville Art Scholarships
These awards are funded by community contributions to recognize exemplary art students.
Recipients: Bethany Antes & Molly Bentley
Presented by: Mrs. Amanda Oglesbee & Mr. Mark Corwine, Barrie Fanton, Art Committee
Allegany County Area Foundation Scholarships
The Allegany County Area Foundation offers scholarshipsto Allegany County students.
Recipient: Anna Harrington & Mariam Vonderheide
Presented by: Robert Christian, Executive Director of the Allegany County Area Foundation
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: Kelsey Anderson & Rebecca Williams
Presented by: Mrs. Lindsey McNinch, Guidance Counselor
Pete Childs Memorial Scholarship
Fisher’s Pharmacy recognizes graduates who plan a career in pharmacy or medical/health.
Recipient: Laura Babcock
Presented by: Mr. Dean Salyer, Fisher’s Pharmacy
Civil Service Employees’ Association Scholarships
The Wellsville School District’s CSEA Chapter 802 honors children of members.
Recipient: Zachariah Martin
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: Christopher Meyers
Variety Club of Buffalo Scholarship
Recipients: Bryan Clark, Thomas Hennessy, & Casey Maglier
Both Presented by: Mr. John Baldwin, American Legion Representative
American Legion Auxiliary Scholarships
The Morrison Hayes Unit #702 American Legion Auxiliary awards scholarships to one or more eligible candidates.
Recipients: Jennifer Elliott, Christopher Meyers, & Kris Riley
Presented by: Mrs. Vickie Scott, 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: Sarah Slater
“Wayne Elliott” Scholarship
Recipient: Samantha Murray
Presented by Mr. Nate Scott, American Legion Commander & 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: Kris Riley
Presented by Mr. Nate Scott, American Legion Commander & Mr. John Baldwin, American Legion Representative
Moose Lodge #601
The Moose Lodge awards a scholarship to a college-bound senior.
Recipient: Austin Raykovitz
Presented by: Mr. Rick Freeman, Deputy Supreme Govenor
Cassandra Congdon Memorial Scholarship
The Moose Lodge #601 is awarding a scholarship in memory of Cassandra Congdon.
Recipients: Thomas Caschera
Presented by: Mr. Rick Freeman, Deputy Supreme Govenor
Dornow Memorial Scholarship Fund
Since 1956, the will of Mrs. Dornow has provided awards to encourage college study.
Recipients: Kristopher James & Padden Newark
Presented by: Ms. Michelle Alvord, 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: Skylar Hoffman & Melissa Spear
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: Jillian VanEtten
Presented by: Lindsey McNinch, Guidance Counselor
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: Benjamin Schreiner
Presented by: Ms. Lindsey McNinch, Guidance Counselor
Elks Club ‘F. Vanama Jones’ Scholarships
Given by the local Elks Lodge in memory of former Sheriff F. Vanama Jones.
Recipients: Laura Chaffee, Jenevera Embser, Christopher Fairchild, Thomas Hennessy, Lauren Lindsay, Christopher Meyers, Cortni Monroe, Jessica Nye, & Mariam Vonderheide
Presented by: Mr. Thomas Reuning, Elk’s Scholarship Committee
Elks Club Lodge Scholarships
The Elks Club rewards good scholarship with these awards.
Legacy Award: Lauren Lindsay
New York State Elks: Christopher Meyers
NYS Allocated: Mariam Vonderheide
Presented by: Mr. Thomas Reuning, Elks Club Scholarship Chairman
Exchange Club of Wellsville Scholarships
The Wellsville Exchange Club again honors high school graduates with its Scholarship Program.
Recipients: Erienne Burton, Adam Kellogg, & Rebecca Williams
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: Thomas Kasprzyk & Samantha Murray
Presented by: Ralph Eastlack, WCSD representative
New York State Lottery “Leaders of Tomorrow” Scholarship
Each school in New York State receives only one scholarship to bhe awarded to an outstanding college-bound senior.
Recipient: Christopher Meyers
Presented by: Mr. Dean Giopulos, Principal
Catherine Burkart Memorial Football Scholarships
Since 1998, the WHS Football Boosters have honored senior athletes with these scholarships
Recipients: Christopher Fairchild, Zakkary Haskins, Thomas Hennessy Hennessy, Thomas Kasprzyk, Adam Kellogg, Christian Pace, Austin Raykovitz, Nathan Schrlau, & Judson Scutt
Presented by: Mr. Frank Brown and Mr. Dan Shutt, Lions’ Football Coaches
Edward & Evelyn Foster Memorial Scholarship
This award is given in memory of Mr. and Mrs. Foster.
Recipient: Kris Riley
Presented by: Mrs. Darlene Knox, Daughter 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 an outstanding student/employee.
Recipient: Megan Perkins
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 members of ICC.
Recipient: Padden Newark
Presented by: Mrs. Linda Wesche, President Altar and Rosary Society
Kiwanis Club “James O. Smith” Grants
This scholarship is presented to a senior given in memory of James Smith, former WHS teacher.
Recipient: Dustin Feely
Presented by Mr. Gary Johnson, Kiwanis Club Scholarship Committee
Friends of Allegany ARC Scholarships
This scholarship is open to all Allegany County high school seniors who wish to pursue a degree in a field of work with people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
Recipients: Erienne Burton
Presented by: Mr. Dan Russo, President, Board of The Friend of Allegany ARC & Mr. Mike McCormick, Board Member
Lioness Club of Wellsville Scholarships
The Lioness’ Club honors college-bound graduates who have shown good scholarship and spirit.
Recipients: Rebecca Williams
Presented by: Mrs. Amy Thomas, Lioness Member
Wellsville Lions Club Scholarships
The generous Lions Club Scholarship program honors graduates who have done community service and who are excellent scholars.
Recipients: Jacqueline Crawford, Alexander Foster, & Mariann Herzing
Presented by: Mr. Adam Sorochin, Lions Club Scholarship Committee
Lions Club Medals for Excellence
Each year the Lions Club rewards outstanding scholarship with these medals. Employees of WCS will also give $200 to each winner.
Art – Raymond Evan Duckett
Business – Katherine Rose
Social Studies – Bryan Clark
Math – Steven Broughton
English – Erika Howard
Spanish – Kelsey Anderson
Science – Mariam Vonderheide
French – Christopher Meyers
Presented by: Mr. Adam Sorochin, Lions Club Scholarship Committee & Beth Howitt WCS Educator
William McKinley Memorial Scholarships
The McKinley family memorial to their beloved son and brother Billy is funded by proceeds from the Billy McKinley Golf Tournament, sponosred by the owners of Better Days and L’Italia Restaurants.
Recipients: Raymond Evan Duckett, Padden Newark, & Molly Wilson
Presented by: Michael McKinley, brother of Billy McKinley
Mallery Memorial Scholarship
This memorial fund honors hard-working graduates who plan to go on for further education.
Recipients: David Counterman & Jonathon Morris
Presented by: Mr. Gary Johnson, Guidance Dept. Chairman
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: Anna Harrington
Presenter: Mrs. Nancy Saupe, mother of Dr. Richard Saupe
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: Kelsey Anderson
Presented by: Robert & Hope Moore, Monica M. Moore’s nephew & niece
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.
Alice Filkins: Brittany Cunningham
Pat Pickut Memorial Scholarship: Erika Howard
WCS Awards: Molly Bentley, Erienne Burton, Laura Chaffee, Bryan Clark, Alexander Foster, Jacqueline Harris, William Rigas, Judson Scutt, Jillian VanEtten, & Mariam Vonderheide
Presented by: Mrs. Beth Howitt, WCS Educator
National Honor Society
School Service Scholarship
This scholarship honors a senior who has gone “above and beyond” in serving others.
Recipient: Brittany Cunningham
Presented by: Mrs. Beth Howitt, Mrs. Theresa Gorman, NHS Advisors
Brigid Porter Memorial Scholarship
The Porter family honors Brigid’s memory with an award for a senior planning to pursue a music education or a music performance degree.
Recipient: Kris Riley
Presented by: Mr. Gary Johnson, Guidance Department Chairman
Parker Family Scholarship
This scholarship is given by the Parker family to help students further their education.
Recipient: Matthew Trimble
Presented by: Mrs. Kathy Parker Raeside, Parker Family Scholarship
High School Principal’s Scholarship
Students who have had a “positive influence on school climate” are honored.
Recipient: Joseph Gray
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: Laura Chaffee
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: Christopher Meyers & Molly Wilson
Presented by: Ms. Michelle Alvord, Guidance Counselor
Rotary Club of Wellsville
Education Fund Scholarships
The Rotary Club recognizes those graduates who consistently demonstrate all-around fine achievement.
Recipients: Erika Howard, Ryann Milligan, & Julia Rashid
Presented by: Mr. John Embser, Rotary Club Member
Steuben Trust Company Scholarship
Begun in 1995, Steuben Trust rewards a senior who plans to attend a four-year college.
Recipient: Rebecca Williams
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: Kristina Ordway
Presented by: Ms. Lindsey TMcNinch, 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: Kris Riley
Presented by: Mrs. Lindsey McNinch, Guidance Counselor
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: Jenevera Embser, Mariann Herzing, Cortni Monroe, & Kayla Vossler
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: Jacqueline Crawford
Presented by: Mrs. Vonnie Walker, Owner of Walker Business Services
Walker & Marshall Insurance Agency Scholarship
Walker & Marshall Insurance Agency rewards senior graduates with these scholarships.
Recipients: Brandi Dice & Jacob Witter
Presented by: Mr. Robert Walker, Owner, Walker Marshall Insurnace Agency
Wellsville Area Chamber of Commerce
“Kailbourne-Allen” & “Ridgewalk & Run” Scholarships
The Wellsville Chamber of Commerce honor seniors with these awards.
Kailbourne-Allen Award: Jacqueline Crawford
Ridgewalk & Run: Laura Babcock
Presented by: Gary Johnson, Guidance Dept. Chairman
Women of the Moose Memorial Scholarship
A student who plans to study nursing or another “people-oriented” field is honored.
Recipient: Megan Perkins
Presented by: Rhonda Golish, 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: Adam Kellogg
Presented by: Mr. Kevin Becker, Mr. Washburn’s grandson
James R. Stein Memorial Scholarship
This scholarship is dedicated in mmory of Jim Stein. A Beloved teacher, coach, and friend.
Recipients: Zachariah Martin & Benjamin Schreiner
Presented by: Caryn Stein Hand, daughter of Jim Stein, and Michael Hall, friend of Jim Stein
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 byWCS Music Educators: Mrs. Judith Belin, Mr. Casey Vanderstow, Mrs. Margarita Mezvinsky.
Music Education Award
Recipient: David Counterman
Music Service Awards
Recipients: Kelsey Anderson, Laura Babcock,Laura Chaffee, Bryan Clark, David Counterman Cari DiPaola, Jennifer Elliott, Heather Garrabrant,Joseph Gray, Jacqueline Harris, Erika Howard,Trista Luecken, Jessica Nye, Kris Riley, Katherine Rose, Zachary Sisson, Melissa Spear, Mariam Vonderheide, Kayla Vossler, & Aya Wilson
Music Theatre Awards
Recipients: Molly Bentley, Erika Howard, Trista Luecken, & Kris Riley
John Phillip Sousa Award
Recipient: Melissa Spear
NYSFBC Award
Recipients: Kelsey Anderson
Deborah Mae O’Hara Memorial Scholarship
Barbara Hull Kochon has established this scholarship in memory of her dear friend, Deborah Mae O’Hara. Ms. O’Hara was a WHS graduate of the Class of 1967.
Recipient: Jacqueline Harris
Presented by: Jack O’Hara, brother of Deborah Mae O’Hara
Jeremy D. Smith Memorial Scholarships
These scholarships are given by friends and family of Jeremy Smith, a graduate of the Class of 1997.
Recipients: Brandi Dice, Raymond Evan Duckett
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 eager to learn and grow.
Recipient: Tamara Muska & Aya Wilson
Presented by: Ms. Michelle Alvord, Guidance Counselor
Joshua G. Giddings Memorial Scholarship
This award is given in memory of Joshua G. Giddings, a Class of 2003 graduate.
Recipient: Steven Broughton
Presented by: Mr. Gary Johnson, Guidance Dept. Chairman
WHS Student Council Scholarships
Student Council members who have given outstanding service are honored with these awards.
Recipients: Jenevera Embser & Jacob Witter
Presented by: Mrs. Sandy Rigas & Ms. Patricia Silva, Student Council Advisors
Wellsville Elementary PTA Charles Fuller & Vickie Cornell Scholarships
The Wellsville Elementary PTA awards two scholarships in memory of Charles Fuller & Vickie Cornell.
Recipients: Kelsey Anderson & Zachariah Martin
Presented by: Adele Polley, PTA President
Ralph & Isla Twombly Memorial Scholarship
The Twombly family rewards a senior who is interested in the field of avaition.
Recipient: Matthew Trimble
Presented by: Mrs. Lindsey McNinch, Guidance Counselor
Faith & Gerald Memorial Scholarship
This scholarship was created in memory of Faith & Gerald Garwood. It is dedicated to them and their spirit for learning and passion for helping others.
Recipient: Erienne Burton, Jackie Harris, & Padden Newark
Presented by: Ms. Michelle Alvord, Guidance Counselor
Wellsville C.S.D. Employee Scholarship
This schoolarship is funded by employee contributions. The Pat Pickut Memorial is awarded to an outstanding senior who loves English.
Pat Pickut Memorial Scholarship: Erika Howard
Presented by: Mrs. Beth Howitt, WCS Educator