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AWARDS TO MEMBERS OF THE CLASS OF 2016

Pledge of Allegiance……………………………………………..…...…Gregory DeCola
Star Spangled Banner………………………………………...….......John Stafford Smith
Arranged by...................................................................................................Donald Moore

Tzers
Mr. Russell Wagoner, Conductor
Julie Bartels
Cassie Bartels
Samiyah Basir
Lian Chisholm
Gregory DeCola
Barry Grant
Brooke Hynes
Ian Joselow
Hannah Lildharrie
Maria Keegan
Elizabeth Lee
Jarrett Morley
Caitlin Neier
Julia Reilly
Madison Schwarz
Alice Tao
PRESENTED BY MS. NEIER:
BLAUVELT VOLUNTEER LADIES AUXILIARY
This award goes to graduating seniors who are members of a volunteer fire company for
continuing their education………………………….……………...…...…….Gianna Avallone
..............................................................................................................Stephanie Cambrea
…………………………………………………………………….………....Caitlin Neier

BLAUVELT VOLUNTEER FIRE CO. AND BLAUVELT VOLUNTEER LADIES
AUXILIARY
To the COVE students for their hard work and volunteer service to the community
………..……..…........GregoryAlter
….….… Mirandia Fils-Aime
..............................Taeena DeGroat
……………Victoria Lynn Menard
……………… Ryan James Perez
…………………...Denis A. Rizzo
……………….....…….Evan Irgang

PRESENTED BY MR. GRAND & MRS. MANNERS:
THE LOIS GRAND MEMORIAL COVE SCHOLARSHIP– To the students completing
the COVE program who have shown outstanding contributions to the community work
program and who have demonstrated a positive work ethic……….……... GregoryAlter
…...….…Mirandia Fils-Aime
..............................Taeena DeGroat
……………Victoria Lynn Menard
……………… Ryan James Perez
…………………...Denis A. Rizzo
……………………….Evan Irgang
PRESENTED BY MS. MELISSA GARIOLA:
DOMINICAN COLLEGE- MERIT SCHOLARSHIP
A four year academic scholarship based on academic excellence.............…..Ropali Khan

PRESENTED BY MS. FRIEHLING & MS. FLAGG:
NEW YORK BLOOD CENTER HIGH SCHOOL BLOOD DRIVE SCHOLARSHIP
Awarded to a graduating senior who demonstrates leadership and community service in
the organization of school blood drives…..….…..……….………… Deirdre Fitzgibbons

PRESENTED BY DINAN FAMILY:
THE DAN AND RITA DINAN SCHOLARSHIP
Awarded to a senior who best exemplifies the great qualities of work ethic, kindness to
all, a love for their education and true sportsmanship on or off the field. Above all this
student demonstrates a deep appreciation for their school days at Tappan Zee High
School and the community it represents…………………………..……Joseph Haughey

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PRESENTED BY MS. SILVERMAN:
THE TAPPAN ZEE HIGH SCHOOL 2016 AWARD
To students who have overcome overwhelming obstacles and have become caring and
productive citizens…………………….…………….…..…………......…..Nicholas Cupo
……………………………………………………...…………...Veronica DiazVelasquez

PRESENTED BY MR. ROUJANSKY:
JUDITH GAIL ROUJANSKY MEMORIAL AWARD
To a student who has shown strength in meeting every challenge and has been successful
in high school ……………..……………...……….…………..…....…...Christina Garcia

PRESENTED BY MR. ROUJANSKY AND MR. ANTONUCCI:
V.F.W. POST 1615 RAYMOND DEMEOLA AWARD
For an outstanding BOCES student……………….…..………….….....….Corin Geoghegan

PRESENTED BY MR. ROUJANSKY AND MR. WILLIGER:
PFC ANDREW GOLDSTEIN POST #731 JEWISH WAR VETERANS OF THE USA
To a graduating senior who excels in historical study and who has demonstrated
academic excellence…………………………………..…………..................Caroline Kleiner

PRESENTED BY MR. HOLMES:
EMPIRE HOSE MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP-Given to a graduating senior on the basis
of his volunteer service to his community…………….....................….Kenneth McDonald

PRESENTED BY ASSISTANT CHIEF CHRIS JACKSON:
ORANGEBURG VOLUNTEER FIRE COMPANY INC. - JOSEPH CRAFT AWARD
To graduating seniors who are members of a volunteer fire company for continuing their
education…………………………………………..……………………..….Brian Arroyo

PRESENTED BY PRESIDENT STEVE FORDHAM, EX-CHIEF MIKE
CONKLIN, CHIEF GEORGE CHONDRIS:
BLAUVELT VOLUNTEER FIRE CO………...………..…..……...……Dylan Reynolds
………………………………………………………………………...… Steven Sikorsky
……………………………………………………………………..Christopher Stanford

PRESENTED BY MS. KOPAC:
GEORGE L. KOPAC SPORTSMANSHIP AWARD
Presented to outstanding senior athletes who exhibit strength of character, innate wisdom,
perseverance and loyalty to school, sport, friends and family…………..Michael Barnych
………………………………………………………………………….. Patricia D’Auria
………………………………………………………………………………Angela Tocco

DENISE J. JENSEN COMMUNITY SCHOLARSHIP
Denise J. Jensen graduated from TZHS in 1978. She was a community minded leader
who devoted her life to her family, her church and her community. Denise understood the
importance of showing compassion towards others. She lived her life “paying it forward.”
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The recipient of this award will be a student who best exemplifies Denise in their
leadership and their dedication to community outreach. …….....….…..……Caitlin Neier

PRESENTED BY MS. NANCY RUSSELL:
THE TAPPANTOWN HISTORICAL SOCIETY AWARD
Presented by the Tappantown Historical Society to a senior who shows a proficiency in
American history………………………………….......…......................... Nicholas Lucic

PRESENTED BY MS. REEVES:
MICKEY REEVES AWARD
Sponsored by the National Honor Society, this award honors Mickey Reeves, Class of
2016. It goes to a student who like Mickey, sets and achieves his or her goals with a
positive attitude, unwavering determination and unyielding persistence
……………………………………………………………………. Meaghan McKiernan

PRESENTED BY MS. WELSH:
THE NATIONAL COUNCIL OF JEWISH WOMEN
This award is given each year to high school senior who has demonstrated outstanding
contributions and commitment to ongoing voluntary community service…………………
……………………………………………………………….…….… Skylar Karzhevsky

PRESENTED BY MR. CLINTON:
TAPPAN ZEE PLAYERS THEATRE AWARD
The recipients of this award have made the greatest contribution to the drama program at
Tappan Zee High School ……………...……...…………......……...….. Gregory DeCola

AUDIENCE APPRECIATION AWARD
This award is given to the actor who, in the eyes of the audience, has provided the most
amount of entertainment while performing in both the Tappan Zee Player’s fall and
spring productions……………………… ……………………....…….…Gregory DeCola

PRESENTED BY MR. MILLER:
OMM SOCCER SCHOLARSHIP
Awarded to a senior who plays soccer and is attending a 2 or 4 year college in September
………………………………………………………………..…………..Eoghan McGee

PRESENTED BY PRESIDENT DARRELL BUTLER:
THE 2015 SAM DELONGIS MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP – Sponsored by The John
Paulding Engine Company…………………......……..............................Patricia D’Auria
………………………………………………………………………..Anthony Streppone

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PRESENTED BY COMMANDER BOB KOLB, FIRST VICE COMMANDER
DAVE MART, SECOND VICE COMMANDER JOE MOEHRLE:
AMERICAN LEGION JOHN M. PERRY POST #1044
This award is being given to students whose family members served or are serving in the
United States Armed Forces, or are in the active Reserves or National Guard
……………………………………………………………………………….…Kyle Fuller
………………………………………………………………………………...………Caitlin Neier

PRESENTED BY EX- CHIEF HEALEY:
VOLUNTEER FIRE ASSOCIATION OF TAPPAN
This award is given to children or grandchildren of members or students who are
currently serving in the Volunteer Fire Association of Tappan:
Kyle Fuller Sean Lavery Victoria Rodriguez
Elizabeth Harrigan Alejandra Medina Ryan Schmidt
Abigail Higgins Jessica Migge Grace Slavin
Frank Lavery Dominick Morrone Jessica Sokol

PRESENTED BY MR. HEULER:
THE SOUTH ORANGETOWN AMBULANCE CORPS. SENIOR SCHOLARSHIP
Awarded to the graduating member showing the highest level of dedication to his
community and her corps…..……. ………...……………….……………..…Finola Ryan

PRESENTED BY MS. UHL:
MICHAEL S. EMANUELO MEMORIAL YOUTH SERVICE SCHOLARSHIP
Michael S. Emanuelo was an exceptional man who spent much of his life in service to
youth and education. In honor of his memory, this award is presented to a graduating
senior who intends to pursue a career that will work directly with youths or service youth
needs in a community setting. …………………………………....…………...….. Kyle Fuller

PRESENTED BY MS. EYER:
CARLTON G. EYER, SR. AWARD
To a student who has overcome obstacles……………...………...……..Michael Byrnes

PRESENTED BY MR. O’CONNELL
SOUTH ORANGETOWN ROTARY CLUB GEORGE NICCOLL MEMORIAL
AWARD - Awarded to a senior who has demonstrated good sportsmanship while
competing or participating in an athletic activity, shows high ethical standards,
demonstrates leadership qualities and has taken the opportunity to give back to the
community. ……………………………………………………...…….…......Andrew Uhl

SOUTH ORANGETOWN ROTARY CLUB – JOSEPH J. HICKEY MEMORIAL
AWARD –To a senior who was selected as S.O. Rotary Club’s Student of the Month and
has demonstrated throughout his or her secondary education, academic success, received
awards recognizing his or hers success, participated in extracurricular and/or athletic
activities, contributed outstanding community services, and in addition, demonstrated
awareness for the Rotary International Club……………….…………....…..Caitlin Neier
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SOUTH ORANGETOWN ROTARY CLUB-BARRY CONROY MEMORIAL AWARD
Goes to a Tappan Zee High School Senior who has demonstrated throughout his or her
secondary education academic success, leadership qualities, outstanding community
service and shows high ethical standards……………….…………..….Michael Clements

PRESENTED BY MS. CUNNINGHAM:
TAPPAN ZEE HIGH SCHOOL PTSA SCHOLARSHIPS AND AWARDS:
To seniors who have been involved in extra-curricular activities and given service to the
school, the students and the community
Livia Bartels Caroline Kleiner Caitlin Neier
Michael Clements Leonardo Ko Thomas Nolan
Kyle Fuller Nicholas Lucic Madison Schwarz
Joseph Haughey Christopher Mulqueen Alice Tao
Julia Thomas

PRESENTED BY MS. FROHMAN AND MS. DIETZE:
TAPPAN ZEE SERVICE UNIT FROM GIRL SCOUTS HEART OF THE HUDSON
For dedication and service to the Tappan Zee Service Unit of Girl Scouts
Emily Costello Brooke Hynes Caitlin Neier Rebecca Pang

PRESENTED BY COMMANDER ALLEGRO, MR. NICK MCCAULEY:
CARL A. SCHELIN POST NO. 1271…………….….………………Michael McGinnis

PRESENTED BY SERGEANT JOSEPH:
UNITED STATES MARINE CORPS:
Scholastic Excellence……………….……..........................................….....Samiyah Basir
Semper Fidelis Award for musical excellence………..….…….………Michael Clements
Distinguished Athlete………………………………………..…….…......James Hennessy
Distinguished Athlete………………………………...………....…………...Helen Joyner

PRESENTED BY MR. BURTIS:
MELODY BURTIS MEMORIAL AWARD
Melody Burtis devoted her life to constantly helping others. It was her nature to come to
the aide of those who needed a helping hand. This award is presented to the senior who
has demonstrated the willingness to help others and cares enough to provide assistance to
those in need. ............. .............................................................................Julianna Violetto

PRESENTED BY LIONS MIKE CONKLIN, VICTORIA HARDY AND TRICIA
CASTELLI:
BLAUVELT LIONS CLUB – THE ROCKY DELO BLAUVELT LIONS
COMMUNITY SERVICE SCHOLARSHIP
To a senior dedicated to community service………………………........….Caitlin Neier

PRESENTED BY MS. CASTELLI:
BECKMANN APPRAISALS, INC.
For excellence in Italian and the Arts……………...………....................…...Alexander Li
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PRESENTED BY MR. LUISI:
THE 2016 SONS OF ITALY SOCIAL CLUB OF PIERMONT SCHOLARSHIP
Christopher Bono Stephanie Cambrea Patricia D’Auria
Maria Keegan Christopher Mulqueen Margaret Murtha
Victoria Newcombe Thomas Nolan

THE 2016 SONS OF ITALY SOCIAL CLUB OF PIERMONT SALVATORE
CONIGLIARO SCHOLARSHIP………………………………..………………Alice Tao

THE 2016 SONS OF ITALY SOCIAL CLUB OF PIERMONT DAVID GORDON
SCHOLARSHIP……………………………...…………...…………..…Emily Costello

THE 2016 GIOVANNI DA VERRAZZANO #1236 OSIA VINCENT D’AURIA
SCHOLARSHIP …………..………………….…….……...……………Gregory DeCola

THE 2016 GIOVANNI DA VERRAZZANO #1236 OSIA LOUIS “SONNY”
DICASOLI SCHOLARSHIP …………..………………...……………Andrew Galanter

THE 2016 SONS OF ITALY SOCIAL CLUB OF PIERMONT CAROLLO FAMILY
SCHOLARSHIP ………………………………………………..…………Julia Thomas

PRESENTED BY SIGNORA CASTELLI AND SIGNORA BRUNO:
ROMANESQUE LODGE AWARD, OSIA, #2198
For the highest average in Italian for four years…………….………… Andrew Galanter
LaFamiglia Scholarship……………………….........................................Gregory DeCola
The Memorial Scholarship……………………………………………….Gregory DeCola

PRESENTED BY MR. DECOLA:
ROCKLAND LODGE STUDENT OF THE MONTH
Marisa Cooke Andrew Galanter Dominick Morrone
Emily Costello Caitlin Hartnett Caitlin Neier
Gregory DeCola Maria Keegan Victoria Newcombe
Julia Thomas

OSIA ROCKLAND LODGE #2176 JOHN DESIMONE ITALIAN LANGUAGE
SCHOLARSHIP - Excellence in Italian Language...………….…….…Andrew Galanter

OSIA ROCKLAND LODGE #2176 MICHAEL LORUSSO AWARD (COMMUNITY
SERVICE –…………….…………………………………........………Julianna Violetto

OSIA ROCKLAND LODGE #2176 FRED SICA AWARD (OUTSTANDING
BUSINESS LEADERSHIP) …………………………………………….Gregory DeCola

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PRESENTED BY SIGNORA CASTELLI AND SIGNORA BRUNO:
THE ITALIAN LANGUAGE AND CULTURE AWARD
To a student who has demonstrated excellence and dedication to the Italian language and
culture …………….……………………………………….…………….Liam McGrath
………………………………………….…………………..…………..Edwin Rodriguez

NORTHEAST CONFERENCE ITALIAN AWARD – EXCELLENCE IN LANGUAGE
STUDY - To a senior in Italian V at Tappan Zee High School, for excellence and interest
in the study of the Italian language and culture both in and out of the
classroom……………………………………....…………………................Julia Thomas

DEL’ARTE RESTAURANT
For interest and dedication to the Italian language and culture......……..........Jason Risolo

CLASS OF “78” ITALIAN AWARD
For dedication to the study of Italian…………………...………………Brittany DeYorgi

VALENTINE ELECTRIC
For excellence in Italian (90 or above average)………...……….................Brian Wunsch

ITALIAN AMERICAN SCHOLARSHIP ASSOCIATION INC……...Andrew Galanter

PRESENTED BY SEÑORA ARIETTA:
TAPPAN ZEE HIGH SCHOOL ADVANCED SPANISH V AWARD
Given to two students who have consistently demonstrated outstanding achievement in
the study of Spanish………………..…......…………………….……........Ellis Guzewicz
……. …………………………………………………………….....……Laura McKenna

FIESTA MEXICO SPANISH AWARD
To a student who has continually demonstrated excellent work and outstanding
participation and enthusiasm in the study of the Spanish language ……….Jessica Migge

NORTHEAST CONFERENCE SPANISH AWARD IN LANGUAGE STUDY
Given to a student who has demonstrated the highest level of achievement in all areas of
the study of Spanish ………….……………………..…….….………Lawrence Chillrud

PRESENTED BY SEÑOR BURGOS:
TAPPAN ZEE HIGH SCHOOL AP SPANISH LITERATURE AND CULTURE
Award for highest achievement in the study of Spanish Literature and Culture
…………………………………………………………..……...……..…Laura McKenna
………………………………………………………….........................Edwin Rodriguez

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CHARLES COLIN SCHOLARSHIP
The New York Brass Conference for scholarships is pleased to award the 2016 Charles
Colin Scholarship to a student in recognition of his musical contribution to the Spanish
Honor Society through the Jazz Band and Acoustic Underground at Tappan Zee High
School………………………………………………………………….…..…..Kyle Fuller

PRESENTED BY SEÑOR BURGOS AND SEÑORA MOLONEY:
THE SOCIEDAD HONORARIA HISPANICA (SPANISH HONOR SOCIETY)
AWARD – The Tito Puente Chapter Award is being presented to the four officers who
have demonstrated excellent leadership skills, dedication, and enthusiasm during their
term of service. Through their example, and their service to school and community, these
students have worked to promote the study of the Spanish Language and Hispanic culture
…………………..………..…… President, Laura McKenna
………………………………….............Vice President, Cameron Satin-Boerner
……………………………………..…..…. . .Secretary, Sienna Perry
…………………………..………………… Treasurer, Elena Kruse

CAPITULO TITO PUENTE AWARDS
The Tito Puente Chapter Awards is being presented to four seniors who have
continuously supported and actively participated in the Spanish Honor Society for the
benefit of others …………………..………..………………...Stephane Ceccato
…………………………………............. Lisa Citardi
…………………………….……….. Mark Gottlieb
…………………………..………………… Bailey Ottley

PRESENTED BY SEÑORA MOSKOWITZ:
THE SPANISH CLUB OFFICER’S AWARD
This award is presented to the officers of the Spanish Club who have promoted our goals
in a responsible and dedicated manner…………………..…. President, Courtney Keane
………………………………….............Vice President, Abigail Higgins
………………………………………..…. .. ..Secretary, Bailey Ottley
…………………………..………………… Treasurer, Nicoletta Naclerio

PRESENTED BY: MS. DRISCOLL:
LEWIS A. TREGRE ART SCHOLARSHIP
Awarded to a senior whose purpose is to assist, develop, and encourage the talent and
further education of a SOCSD graduate………….……………...………..Taylor Hurban

PRESENTED BY MR. NEWBURGER:
SCIENCE DEPARTMENT SCHOLARSHIP AWARDS:
Outstanding Senior of Science Olympiad………….…………………....……Kyle Fuller
Mastery Science Regents Award.………………………......……..….Charlotte Matthew
Dedicated Science Student Award…………………..……………......Nicole Spiegelberg

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PFIZER SCIENCE EDUCATION AWARD
To the senior with the highest average in four years of science
studies………………………………………….….….....…………...…..…Alexander Li

PRESENTED BY MR. SILVER:
BETSY AND DONALD BRENNER GOOD GOVERNMENT AWARD
Given to the member of the senior class who has demonstrated through a written paper,
video, or slide project an appreciation and understanding of the concept of good
government…………………………...……………………….......………...Isaac Wecht

PRESENTED BY MR. DRISCOLL:
THE SEPTA RECOGNITION AWARD
This award is presented to the student who has continued to persevere, despite personal
obstacles. This student demonstrates compassion for others, dedication to commitments,
and is a positive role model in the school and community
………………………………………...……………….…………….…................…..Lisa Citardi

PRESENTED BY MS. MCLOUGHLIN:
THE TATYANA AND RORY HELPING HANDS FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIP
This award is awarded to a student who has shown superior dedication to their studies
and plans to pursue higher education………………………………….……..Aileen Genovesi

BARBARA CLIFFORD MEMORIAL AWARD
This scholarship award honors the memory of Special Education teacher Barbara Clifford
who served the families of South Orangetown for 25 years. The award goes to a student
who has had to overcome a personal obstacle and who has shown a conscientious
approach to work and a compassionate attitude towards others………........Colin Hallock

PRESENTED BY MS. GRASSO AND MS. LaBRAKE:
HALFMOON YEARBOOK AWARD
For the senior who was involved in the production of the Halfmoon Yearboook
…………………………………………………………………..….Elizabeth Dominguez
…………………………………………………………………..….…..Jessica Kugelman
………………………………………………………………..…………..…..Finola Ryan

MARYELLEN STEWART AWARD
Maryellen Stewart, a 1978 TZHS graduate was an accomplished artist with a promising
career in publishing. She passed away at the age of 26 and would have been pleased to
see TZHS students following in her footsteps. This award is given to a student who will
be pursuing a career in Art………………………………...……..........…Caitlin Taduran

SOUTH ORANGETOWN ART TEACHERS’ AWARD
To a senior who has shown outstanding dedication to the art department
…………………………………………………………………….....................Ellen Xing

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