Scholarship and Awards Night

 

Wellsville High School Senior Scholarship and Awards Night June 6, 2006

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The Masonic Fellowship Council Award

The Masonic Council Charities funds a special award for a senior in each Allegany County School.
Recipient: Melissa Layman
Presented by: Ms. Heather Taylor

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US Air Force Achievement Awards

The Air Force recognizes outstanding seniors who have excelled during the past school year.
Recipients:
Math & Science – Frank Brown & Katrina Fierle
Scholar Athletes – Doug Graham & Laura Reed
Technology – Andrew Babcock & Katie Riley
Presented by: Mrs. Connie Synakowski, Principal

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US Army Reserve Scholar/Athlete Awards

The Army Reserve honors excellent scholar-athletes in high schools across the nation.
Recipients: Daniel White & Tiffany McLaughlin
Presented by: Staff Sgt. Van Booth, US Army Recruiter and Mrs. Melissa Booth

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Marine Corps Achievement Awards

The US Marine Corps offers several awards to appropriately recognize deserving students.
Recipients:
Distinguished Athlete – Crosby Sackett & Casey Henry
Semper Fidelis – John Geffers
Scholastic Excellence – Loralee Tyson
Presented by: US Marine Corp Recruiter

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Allegany County M.A.D.D. Scholarships

Members of Students Against Disastrous Decisions are eligible for these awards.
Recipients: Anna Joyce & Laura Reed
Presented by: Mrs. Shelley Chaffee, SADD Advisor

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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: Heather Graham
Presented by: Mrs. Shelley Chaffee, Mr. Kiefer’s daughter

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WHS Student Council Scholarships

Student Council members who have given oustanding service are honored with this award.
Recipient: Andrew Babcock & Alex Rigas
Presented by: Mrs. Shelley Chaffee & Ms. Stacy Saltino, Advisors

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Alumni Association of Wellsville High School

The Alumni Association receives donations from former graduates to reward deserving students.
Recipients: Daniel Brown, Amber Fanton, Ashlee Gee, & Sophia Munkes
Presented by: Mr. Tony Havens, President of WHS Alumni Association

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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: Loralee Tyson
Presented by: Ms. Elizabeth Harris, Guidance Counselor

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Bartholomay Nursing Scholarship

Mrs. Bartholomay gave the proceeds from the sale of her home to help graduates earn an RN degree.
Recipients: Kristina Hachtel
Presented by: Ms. Heather Taylor, Guidance Counselor

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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: Adam Braunscheidel & Taylor Houseman
Presented by Ms. Elizabeth Harris, Guidance Counselor

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Pete Childs Memorial Scholarship

Fisher’s Pharmacy recognizes graduates who plan a career in pharmacy.
Recipient: Travis Gill
Presented by: Mr. Gary Johnson, Guidance Department Chairman

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Civil Service Employees’ Association Scholarships

The Wellsville School District’s CSEA Chapter 802 honors children of members.
Recipients: Adam Braunscheidel, Sophia Munkes, & Katrina Scoville
Presented by: Mrs. Elva Cornell, CSEA Member

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Shane Colligan Memorial Scholarship

This award is in memory of an outstanding WHS graduate, whose courage and perseverance is an inspiration to us all.
Recipient: Laura Reed
Presented by: Mr. Tim Colligan, father of Shane Colligan

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American Legion Auxiliary Scholarships

This is a brand new scholarship this year honoring a member of the Class of 2005.
Recipients: Shannon Hurd, Laura Reed, & Katie Riley
Presented by: Vicky Scott, President of the American Legion Auxiliary

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American Legion Post #702
“Terry Quackenbush” Memorials

Children or grandchildren of veterans are selected to receive these memorial scholarships.
Recipients: Jacob Gardner & Katie Riley
Presented by: Mr. Nate Scott, Commander

Presidential Freedom Scholarship

These awards come from the Federal Government with local matching funds from the American Legion. Winners must have given 100 hours of community service.
Recipient: Adam Braunscheidel
Presented by Mr. Nate Scoltt, Commander

Moose Lodge #601

Again this year the Wellsville Moose Lodge #601 has generously donated an additional $500 in matching funds for the second award.
Recipient: Cory Gent
Presented by Dave Milkeris, Past Govenor

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The Community of Wellsville Art Scholarships

Awards are funded by community contributions to recognize exemplary art students.
Recipients: Dan Fabiny, Josh Powell, Andrew Babcock, Katie Riley, & Robert Roeske, Tabatha Bettin, & Anna Joyce
Presented by: Mr. Gary Johnson, Guidance Department Chairman

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David’s Song Scholarship

This gift from Mrs. Audrey Phelps Chouffi, ’55, thanks Wellsville High School, Del Purga and Harold Babcock for her helping her obtain a college education.
Recipient: John Geffers
Presented by: Mr. Gary Johnson, Guidance Department Chairperson

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Dornow Memorial Scholarship Fund

Since 1956, the will of Mrs. Dornow has provided awards to encourage college study.
Recipients: Brian Dailey & Dan White
Presented by: Ms. Elizabeth Harris, Guidance Counselor

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Mason T. & Elizabeth Dye Memorial

A new endowment from the will of Mr. and Mrs. Dye will reward WHS graduates who attend college.
Recipient: Chris Blair & Sarah Maxwell
Presented by: Ms. Heather Taylor, Guidance Counselor

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Louann Wood-Driscoll Memorial Scholarship

This scholarship honors Ms. Driscoll’s memory. Funds are donated by family and the Class of 1971.
Recipient: Sophia Munkes
Presented by: Mr. David Munkes, Class of 1971

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Dresser-Rand STMG Division Scholarships

Given to children of Dresser-Rand employees, these awards reward good scholarship. One each is given to a child of and office and shop employee.
Recipients: Andrew Babcock & Meghan Jadwin
Presented by: Mr. Dale Smith, Dresser-Rand

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Elks Club ‘F. Vanama Jones’ Scholarships

Given by the local Elks Lodge in memory of former Sheriff F. Vanama Jones; to members’ children.
Recipients: Adam Braunscheidel, Jake Gardner, Ashley Gee & Laura Reed
Presented by Mr. Dale Smith, Elks Club Scholarship Chairman

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Elks Club Lodge Scholarships

Given by the local Elks Lodge in memory of former Sheriff F. Vanama Jones; to members’ children.
Recipients: Adam Braunscheidel, Jake Gardner, Ashley Gee, & Laura Reed
Presented by: Mr. Dale Smith, Elks Club Scholarship Chairman

Elks Club Lodge Scholarships

The Elks Club rewards good scholarship with these awards.
Recipients: Daniel Brown, Trevor Roeske, Heather Graham, Lindsey Short, & Matt Tripodi
Presented by: Mr. Dale Smith, Elks Club Scholarship Chairman

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Exchange Club of Wellsville Scholarships

The Wellsville Exchange Club again honors high school graduates with its Scholarship Program.
Recipients: Tabatha Bettin, Dan Fabiny, & Zach Sive
Presented by: Mr. Ralph Eastlack, Scholarship Chairman, Exchange Club

Exchange Club “Charles Hyde” Business Medal & Scholarship

This medal memorializes the late Charles Hyde. It goes to the senior with the highest business average.
Recipient: Adam Braunscheidel
Presented by Mr. Ralph Eastlack, Scholarship Chairman, Exchange Club

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WCS Transportation Dept. Scholarships

The WCSD transportation department offers a scholarship to a senior planning to attend college.
Receipient: Jon Koch
Presented by Mr. Ralph Eastlack, WCSD representative

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Football Boosters’ Scholarships

Since 1998, the WHS Football Boosters have honored Senior athletes with these scholarships.
Recipients: Frank Brown, Brian Dailey, Dan Fabiny, Jim Kozlowski, & Trevor Roeske
Presented by: Mr. Ron Haskins, Football Boosters President

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A. Edward Foster Memorial Scholarship

This award honors a senior who will pursue environmental studies or a related “green” field.
Recipient: Katrina Scoville
Presented by: Mrs. Darlene Knox, Daughter of Mr. Foster

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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: Katrina Scoville
Presented by: Mr. Doug Depew, Manager, Wellsville Giant Food Mart

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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: Meghan Jadwin
Presented by: Mrs. Linda Wesche, President Altar and Rosary Society

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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.
Recipients: Adam Braunscheidel
Presented by Mr. Gary Johnson, Kiwanis Club Scholarship Committee

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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: Ben Delong & Mimi Wilson
Presented by: Mrs. Amy Thomas, Advisor of LEO Club

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Lioness Club of Wellsville Scholarships

The Lioness’ Club honors college-bound graduates who have shown good scholarship and spirit.
Recipients:Nathan Bentley
Presented by: Mrs. Amy Thomas,Member, Scholarship Committee

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Wellsville Lions Club Scholarships

The generous Lions Club Scholarship program honors graduates who have done community service and who are excellent scholars.
Recipients: Jake Gardner, Dan Goetschius, & Karen Merry
Presented by: Mr. Bruce Thomas, Chairman of Lions Club Scholarship Committee

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Lions Club Medals for Excellence

Each year the Lions Club rewards outstanding scholarship with these medals:
Art – Katrina Fierle
Business – Adam Braunscheidel
Social Studies – Alex Rigas
Technology – Brian Green
Math – Dan Goetschius
English – Lindsey Sick
French – Andrew Macafee
Spanish – Lindsey Sick
Presented by: Mr. Bruce Thomas, Lions Club Scholarship Committee

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Kevin Lynch Memorial

New in 1996, 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: Tim Flurschutz & Amy Hurd
Presented by: Mrs.Connie Synakowski, Principal

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Mallery Memorial Scholarship

This memorial fund honors hard-working graduates who plan to go on for further education.
Recipient: Jon Koch
Presented by Ms. Heather Taylor, Guidance Counselor

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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, sponsored by the owners of Better Days and L’Italia Restaurants.
Recipients: Ryan Martinelli & Amber Fanton
Presented by: Michael McKinley, brother of Billy McKinley

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Monica M. Moore Memorial Scholarship

Ms. Moore’s family set up this new scholarship to honor her memory and assist outstanding Wellsville High School graduates.
Recipients: Ryan Martinelli
Presented by: Robert and Hope Moore, Monica M. Moore’s nephew & niece

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Women of the Moose Memorial Scholarship

A student who plans to study nursing or another “people-oriented” field is honored.
Recipient: Laura Reed
Presented by: LoRee Saunders, Senior Regent, W.O.M.

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National Honor Society School Service Scholarship

A new award, this scholarship honors a senior who has gone “above and beyond” in serving others.
Recipient: Heather Graham
Presented by: Mrs. April Palmiter, Advisor

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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: Meghan Jadwin
Presented by: Mrs. Synakowski

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“On the Ball” Award

This award has traditionally been given by a former AAUW member to a devoted female scholar/athlete.
Recipient: Taylor Houseman
Presented by Ms. Heather Taylor, Guidance Counselor

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Frank Raykowvitz Memorial Scholarship

Given to an outstanding graduate who plans to continue their education. The student is chosen based on high school merits and athletic abilities.
Recipient: Elizabeth Williams
Presented by Ms. Elizabeth Harris, Guidance Counselor

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High School Principals Scholarship

Students who have had a “positive influence on school climate” are honored from faculty and staff donations.
Recipient: Doug Graham
Presented by: Mrs. Synakowski, Principal

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Alstrom Power/Air Preheater Scholarship

This scholarship rewards children of Alstom Power/Air Preheater employees.
Recipient: Aaron Dawson, Katrina Fierle, & Lindsey Sick
Presented by Adam Sorochin, Alstrom Power Counselor

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Rotary Club of Wellsville Education Fund Grants

The Rotary Club recognizes those graduates who consistently demonstrate all-around fine achievement with increased awards this year.
Recipients: Dan Goetschius, Karen Merry, Dan White
Presented by: Mr. Art VanTyne, Rotary Club Scholarship Committee

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Steuben Trust Company Scholarship

Begun in 1995, Steuben Trust has increased the scholarship (to $6,000), rewarding a senior who plans to attend a four-year college.
Recipient: Crosby Sackett
Presented by: Mr. Gary Balcom, Manager, Wellsville Branch Stueuben Trust Company

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Twombly Memorial Aviation Scholarship

The Twombly family rewards young people who are interested in the field of aviation.
Recipient: George Mickle
Presented by Mrs. Susan DiBiase, Advisor, WHS Aviation Club

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Veterans of Foreign Wars Post #2530 “Mike Pasquale” Scholarship

This award is given to a graduate to reward good scholarship and patriotism.
Recipient: Lindsey Sick
Presented by: Ms. Elizabeth Harris, Guidance Counselor

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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.
Recipient: Emily Barner, Casey Henry, Ramona Kingsley, Kristina Taylor, & Elizabeth Williams
Presented by: Mr.John Walchli

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Walker Business Services Scholarship

This award is given by Walker Business Services to a graduate planning on a business career after college.
Recipient: Adam Braunscheidel
Presented by: Mrs. Vonnie Walker, Owner Walker Business Services

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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.
Recipient: Tabatha Bettin & Ashley Gee
Presented by Mr. Robert Walker, Owner, Walker Marshall Insurance Agency

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Pam Weinhauer Memorial Scholarship

This scholarship, new in 2000, is in memory of a beloved Wellsville Elementary School teacher.
Recipient: Jessica Johnson
Presented by: Mr. Dean Giopulos, Director of Special Services WHS

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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: Adam Braunscheidel
Presented by: Mr. Steve Havey, Director of WLSV Area Chamber of Commerce

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Wellsville Area Chamber of Commerce “Ridgewalk & Run” Scholarship

This scholarship is given to a senior who is pursuing a degree in an environmental, health, athletic or education field.

Recipient: Damon Arnold

Presented by Mr. Steve Havey, Director of WLSV Area of Chamber of Commerce

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James D. Washburn Memorial Scholarship

Friendship Dairies and Mrs. Washburn have sponsored this scholarship in Mr. Washburn’s memory.
Recipient: Daniel Brown
Presented by: Mrs. Tena Smith, Mr. Washburn’s daughter

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Wellsville C.S.D. Employees Scholarships

Presented by: Mrs. Beth Howitt WEA President & Mrs. April Palmiter
Pat Pickut Memorial Scholarship: Jessica Johnson
Alice Filkins Honorary Scholars: Meghan Jadwin
WCS Awards: Tabatha Bettin, Dan Goetschius, & Karen Merry

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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.
Music Education Award – Joe Maxwell
Music Service Awards -Andrew Babcock, Meghan Jadwin, Karen Merry, Lindsey Sick, & Loralee Tyson
Music Theater Awards – Tabatha Bettin & Loralee Tyson
John Phillip Sousa Award – Dan White
Presented by: Mrs. Judith Belin, Director of Music; Mrs. Connie Dunham, Music Boosters Club; & Ms. Shannon Smith, Band

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Wellsville Police Department PBA Scholarships

The Police Benevolent Association gives awards to students who plan on criminal justice careers.
Recipients: Ashlee Gee
Presented by: Mr. Gary Johnson, Chairman of Guidance Department

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Wellsville Elementary PTA Scholarships

These scholarships are given to purposeful graduates who are interested in teaching as a career.
Vicki Cornell Memorial – Kristina Taylor
Charles Fuller Memorial – Meghan Jadwin
Presented by: Mr. Scott Vonderheide, Member of Scholarship Committee

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Society of Women Engineers (Twin Tiers Section)

Certificates are awarded to outstanding female graduates.
Recipients: Katrina Fierle & Karen Merry
Presented by: Ms. Taylor

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Lin Yan Zhang Memorial Scholarship

Lin Yan’s short life is memorialized by this award generated by contributions from class members, faculty, and staff.
Recipients: Brian McGee & Meghan Schurr
Presented by: Mrs. Synakowski, Principal

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Dobson Communications Pride Scholarship

Founded in 1996, the PRIDE Scholarship program is Dobson’s way of supporting the educational and personal goals of young people who endeavor to better themselves and their communities.
Recipient: Lindsey Sick
Presented by Kim Theilen, Store Manager, Cell One

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Wellsville Fire Department Youth Incentive Scholarship

New this year, this scholarship is awarded to s senior who has been an active member of the Junior Fire Department.
Recipient: Larry Marsh
Presented by Mr. Jerome Hart, Chief Wellsville Fire Department

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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: Katrina Scoville
Presented by Ms. Elizabeth Harris, Guidance Counselor

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Dana Perry Memorial Scholarship

Given in memory of Dana Perry, this award is donated by the Players of Allegany County.
Recipient: Loralee Tyson
Presented by: Mrs. Elizabeth Harris, Guidance Counselor

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The Dresser-Rand Employee Benefit Scholarship

High Honor Scholarship
Recipient: Timothy Flurschutz

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