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Saturday, June 27, 2020

Little Falls High School Proudly Presents

Class of 2020Class of 2020CommencementCommencement

A Graduation Message

Much of the pageantry of commencement comes from the

traditional and significant use of caps, gowns, hoods, and

colors, which had their origins in 12th century France and

Italy. It was there that the custom of wearing a cap and gown

to mark the admission of the graduate to a group of master

teachers is thought to have first begun. The custom had a

practical side, for the caps and gowns were the outer garments

worn by the masters to keep out the chill and damp of

medieval buildings. Caps and gowns have been used in

this country since colonial times.

Commencement exercises are a formal ceremony and we ask

that you conduct yourselves accordingly. Graduation is a time

for friends and family to gather, but we ask that you hold your

conversations until the program is concluded. We will keep the

school open as long as necessary if you want to catch up with

friends and relatives after the ceremony. We would ask that

cell phones and pagers be turned off so as not to disturb those

participating in the program and the rest of the audience.

Thank you for your cooperation in making this a

commencement that will be memorable for everyone.

148th COMMENCEMENT EXERCISESJUNE 27, 2020

ProgramProgramPROCESSIONAL – “Pomp and Circumstance” ......................................................Edward Elgar Arr. by James Ployhar

NATIONAL ANTHEM – (Audience please stand) “The Star Spangled Banner” ............................................................................................ Francis Scott Key

KATHLEEN LEWIS

ALMA MATER – (Remain Standing)“THE VOICE OF LITTLE FALLS HIGH”

(inside back cover)

INTRODUCTION OF SPEAKERSETH ROSARIO

COMMENTS TO THE CLASS OF 2020CANDICE SABATINO

INTRODUCTION OF SUPERINTENDENT OF SCHOOLSHANNAH YOUNG

COMMENTS FROM SUPERINTENDENT OF SCHOOLSDR. KEITH LEVATINO

Superintendent of Schools

INTRODUCTION OF SPEAKERLEAH SHEPARDSON

COMMENTS TO THE CLASS OF 2020EMMA RASCH

RECOGNITION OF SENIOR CLASS ADVISORSHANNAH YOUNG

INTRODUCTION OF SPEAKERJENNA GRABINSKI

COMMENTS TO THE CLASS OF 2020EMILY GEHRING

COMMENCEMENT SPEAKERSMR. JOSEPH MOROTTI

MR. SAMUEL SALAMONEMR. ANDREW CASULLO

MRS. MARIE ORIOLO

INTRODUCTION OF HIGH SCHOOL PRINCIPALLINDSEY SLABOC

COMMENTS FROM THE HIGH SCHOOL PRINCIPALMRS. LEEANN DOOLEY

High School Principal

RECOGNITION OF RETIREESMRS. MONICA TOOLEY

Little Falls Teachers’ Association President

SENIOR CLASS VIDEOEMILY GEHRING

EMMA RASCHLEAH SHEPARDSON

MESSAGE FROM THE BOARD OF EDUCATIONMRS. KRISTINA HAMEISTER

PRESENTATION OF DIPLOMASDR. KEITH LEVATINO, Superintendent of Schools

MR. BARTHOLOMEW TOOLEY, Assistant SuperintendentMRS. LEEANN DOOLEY, High School Principal

TURNING OF THE TASSELLEAH SHEPARDSON and HANNAH YOUNG

Seniors of the Year

RECESSIONAL – “Processional March” ................................................................... David Gorham

(R) REGENTS DIPLOMA(RH) REGENTS WITH HONORS(AR) ADVANCED REGENTS(ARH) ADVANCED REGENTS WITH HONORS(NHS) NATIONAL HONOR SOCIETY

(CDOS) CAREER DEVELOPMENT & OCCUPATIONAL STUDIES*** HIGHEST HONORS ** HIGH HONORS* HONORS

Graduating Class of 2020CLASS ADVISORS: Mrs. Tooley and Mrs. Young SENIOR CLASS COORDINATOR: Mrs. Tooley

Michael Allen (R)Matthew Aloisio (R)Domiano Altieri (RH)(NHS)***Reese Battisti (RH)(NHS)Richard Baylor (RH)(NHS)Grace Bergeron (AR)(NHS)***Isaiah Brothers (R)Kaden Calafrancesco (R)Devon Callahan (R)Anthony Chrisman (R)Elijah Cooney (R)Lillian Daly (R)Jessaca DiPrimo (AR) *Hayiley Doxtader (R)Halle Feane (AR)Forrest Fox (R)Samantha Frere (R)Emily Gehring (ARH)(NHS)***Donald Geyer (R)Zakery GeyerChristopher Giaquinto (R)Jenna Grabinski (AR)(NHS)***Geoffrey Grace (AR)Elijah Hermanowski (RH)Damion Horr Jr. (R)Keirstin Horr (R)Jadyn Hysack (AR)Tyler JonesCearrah Jones-Messina (R)Anthony LaPorta (R)Kathleen Lewis (AR)(NHS)***Rebecca Loring (R)Allison Maguire (R)

Aiven Malanoski (R)Erin Manley (AR)Javion Marconi (R)Justin Masi (R)Anastacia Massicotte (R)Joseph Mendola Jr. (AR)Travis Miller (R)Zowie Mulligan (R)Thomas Nobile (R)Savannah Otero (R)Quintin Palumbo (R)Olivia Panko (R)Emma Rasch (ARH)(NHS)***William Richardson (ARH)(NHS)***Tanner Rockwell (R)Seth Rosario (AR)(NHS)***Anthony Rounds (R)Candice Sabatino (AR)(NHS)***Hailee Schaffner (AR)***Leah Shepardson (AR)(NHS)***Brandon Shepherd (R)Jacob Slabe (R)Lindsey Slaboc (AR)(NHS)***Brianna Stanley (R)Joseph Stoltz (R)Jasmine Talbot (R)Haley Thomas (AR)Anthony Vespasiano (AR)(NHS)**Kyle Vohid (R)Shawn Wells (R)Connor WilksAshley Worden (R)Hannah Young (R)

Honors ListHighest Honors

(Gold Honor Cord)

Domiano AltieriGrace BergeronEmily GehringJenna GrabinskiKathleen LewisEmma Rasch

William RichardsonSeth Rosario

Candice SabatinoHailee SchaffnerLeah ShepardsonLindsey Slaboc

High Honors(Silver Honor Cord)

Anthony Vespasiano

Honors(White Honor Cord)

Jessaca DiPrimo

Faculty and StaffADMINISTRATION Bart Tooley, Asst. Supt./Athletic DirectorLeeann Dooley, PrincipalSherry Stephenson, Office Assistant IDonna Vielkind, Office Assistant I

ARTKara Milianta

BUSINESSSarah Barnes ED. COMMJoe Loiacono

ENGLISH Andrew CasulloAmy GrimaldiBethany MizgalaDeborah MowersMarie Oriolo, Department ChairDiana Visconti

FAMILY & CONSUMER SCIENCEElizabeth Mosher, Department Chair

FOREIGN LANGUAGEJennifer LennoxAlexandra Puznowski

GUIDANCEJames Judd, CounselorMaggie Mercurio, Social WorkerHeidi Lanphere, Office Assistant I

HEALTHAnthony Scaparo

MATHEMATICSMegan Kennedy-BrownWilliam GrabinskiHeidi KreiderCarolyn Wallace-Eaton, Department ChairLisa Wind

MONITORSErin ConnorStacey MillerAlthea NoyesNancy PollakKristal ReedLaurie Strange

MUSICAmanda GrimaldiStacie Luczynski, Department Chair

NURSESCheryl DoremusJennifer Hurley

PHYSICAL EDUCATIONBryan ShepardsonMonica Tooley, Department Chair

SCIENCELynn FaheyLaurie HennessyDarrin LynchChristina MartyniukSam SalamoneJohn Stehnach, Department ChairMandi White

SOCIAL STUDIESMichael KellyJoseph Morotti, Department ChairRita RoseElizabeth Tracy

SPECIAL EDUCATIONLauren BaylorCatherine GillenJustin HorenderKeith KrasuskiPaul J. Marusic

TEACHER AIDESAmy GabrielValerie Gay

TEACHER ASSISTANTSLisa DouglassJohn FingerRachel PetkovsekShelley Potter

CAFETERIAStephanie Johnson, DirectorJessica BucenecDeborah FitchCrystal GorinshekJanice GorinshekRachel RandallVeronica SullivanPatricia Young

MAINTENANCESteve BarrigerMolly BucenecEdward CummingsMike HeanselCharlene HesterMark PuglieseNicholas ReganMichael SabatinoDean Shepardson

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Commencement Prizes, Awards, and Scholarships

Agnes Dillon Edwards Memorial Award - $250.00Awarded to a graduating senior who has shown academic excellence and serious intent and who has been accepted at an accredited two or more year institution of higher learning.Donor: Mr. David D. Edwards William Richardson

Alfred "Skip" Munger Memorial Scholarship - $200.00The Alfred “Skip” Munger award will be presented to a player or players on the Girls Varsity basketball team. Skip enjoyed watching, keeping stats, and following the girls’ basketball teams and their accomplishments over the years. This year’s award goes to two players who have demonstrated hard work and loyalty to the girls’ basketball program. Each recipient will be awarded $100.00.Donor: Family of Skip Munger Jenna Grabinski

Jadyn Hysack

American Red Cross High School Challenge - $250.00Awarded to a senior who volunteered at school blood drives during his or her junior and senior years. Donor: American Red Cross Erin Manley

Americanism Prize - $100.00This award is presented to a graduating senior who has attended Boys' State and has exhibited patriotism and devotion to the United States of America.Donor: Little Falls American Legion - Post #31 Justin Masi

Andrew Congdon P.O.N.G. Scholarship - $300.00"P.O.N.G. ~ Pursuit of Neverending Greatness" There are so many things that I could tell you about Andrew Congdon. Knowing him personally truly made your life better. He had this natural zest for living that's so rare. It didn't matter what life threw at him, he never gave up. He worked hard until he couldn't, and then he lived harder. He was never scared to have fun or make jokes. In fact, his greatest talent was probably his ability to make anyone and everyone smile. We would love for Andrew's school scholarship to go to someone who has not necessarily been given an easy life, someone who's had to face some speed bumps along the way, regardless of what they may be. This person should be someone who has refused to give up or let life's challenges define who they are. A smile should never be hard to find on their face. To the person receiving this scholarship, I just want to say, your spirit is so needed in a world like ours. Continue to push through and remember your positive energy might be exactly what someone else needs to see. I hope this contribution helps you on your next life chapter. Stay Andrew Strong!Donor: Family and friends of Andrew Congdon Cearrah Jones-Messina

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Andrew Congdon Memorial Scholarship - $400.00Each recipient will receive $200.00.Donor: Family and friends of Andrew Congdon Devon Callahan

Justin Masi

Athletic Award - GAA - $200.00This award is presented to four female senior athletes 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 Jadyn Hysack

Emma RaschLindsey SlabocHannah Young

Athletic Award - John Aaron Lawrence Memorial - $250.00This award is presented to a senior athlete who demonstrates dedication, sportsmanship, leadership, is liked by his peers, and gives 110% of his ability in football or track.Donor: Laura Lawrence and Sarah Lawrence Shepardson Richard Baylor

Athletic Award - Paul A. Gabriel Memorial - $300.00This award is presented to a high school senior who participated in football and showed improvement while demonstrating dedication, discipline, and respect.Donor: Mr. and Mrs. Mark Gabriel Richard Baylor

Athletic Scholar Award - $500.00This award is presented to two senior athletes in good academic standing, who exhibit character, leadership, and sportsmanship, both on and off the field. Each recipient will be awarded $250.00.Donor: Mounties Athletic Club Emma Rasch

William Richardson

Bausch & Lomb Honorary Science Award - $10,000 per year for 4 yearsThis award recognizes high achievement and rigor in science classes and positive contributions to their school and community.Donor: University of Rochester Margaret Carroll

Church and Community Award - $1,000.00Awarded to a student at Little Falls High School who will be attending college, is actively involved in the mission and ministry of their local congregation and school community, and is of high moral character. Donor: First Presbyterian Church - Becker Fund Geoffrey Grace

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Commencement Prizes, Awards, and Scholarships Commencement Prizes, Awards, and Scholarships

Clarkson University Achievement Award - $12,000 per year for 4 yearsThis award is presented to a high school junior who demonstrates outstanding academic achievement.Donor: Clarkson University Niall Pepper

Clarkson University Leadership Award - $15,000 per year for 4 yearsThis award is presented to a high school junior who demonstrates outstanding leadership and academic achievement.Donor: Clarkson University Margaret Carroll

Class of 1972 Memorial Award - $50.00This award is presented to a graduating senior continuing his or her career in some area of trade who shows responsibility, pride, and a strong work ethic.Donor: Class of 1972 Reese Battisti

Class of 1981 Memorial Scholarship - $500.00Awarded to a senior who will be attending college, a technical school, or entering the U.S. Military, and who demonstrates good moral character.Donor: Class of 1981 Halle Feane

Class of 1985 Memorial Scholarship - $200.00This award is presented to two deserving seniors who are considered well-rounded students, having participated in school activities and having demonstrated good academic and work ethics. Each recipient will be awarded $100.00.Donor: Class of 1985 Jacob Slabe

Lindsey Slaboc

Class of 1990 Scholarship in Memory of Michael Petrie - $100.00Awarded to a graduating senior who plans on pursuing a career in law enforcement.Donor: Class of 1990 Travis Miller

Class of 2014 Recognition Award - $150.00Awarded to two graduating seniors, one male and one female, who will be furthering their education by either enrolling in a college or trade school, or entering the armed forces. Recipients of this award have displayed a positive attitude throughout high school by demonstrating respect for others and supporting the school community as a whole. Each recipient will receive $75.00.Donor: Class of 2014 Reese Battisti

Lindsey Slaboc

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Class of 2016 Service Scholarship Award - $50.00This award is presented to a graduating senior who has shown the most dedication to the class for volunteer service during their high school career.Donor: Class of 2016 Hannah Young

Class of 2018 - Connor Gage Memorial Scholarship - $200.00This award will be presented to a well-rounded senior whose demeanor displays that of self-betterment throughout many aspects of their life, someone who is involved throughout their community, has a passion for athletics and outdoor activities, as well as partaking in an active search for knowledge.Donor: Class of 2018 Richard Baylor

CNY Chapter Scholarship - $500.00The recipient of this scholarship, which is endowed by The Central New York Chapter of the National Football Foundation and College Hall of Fame, has distinguished himself by demonstrating excellence in the classroom, on the field, and as a citizen.Donor: CNY Chapter of The National Football Foundation and College Hall of Fame

William Richardson

Community Foundation Mele Family Fund Award - $3,000.00The Mele Family Fund Award goes to a graduating senior who will matriculate in a four-year college or university this year. It is considered for renewal for up to three additional years. The recipient is initially selected based on excellence in Math, Science or Humanities. Donor: The Community Foundation Seth Rosario

Connor Gage Never Walk Alone Memorial Scholarship - $2,018.00This scholarship is awarded to a graduating Little Falls High School senior who is planning on pursuing a career in higher or continued education. The student should exemplify and embody the positive characteristics that Connor valued and displayed throughout his short but full life. Connor was dedicated to family and friends. He was a leader in multiple school activities, including sports and clubs. He was never too busy to offer a helping hand and was always searching for a way to make a big and positive contribution to his friends, community, school and society.Donor: Never Walk Alone Fund Seth Rosario

CSEA Memorial Scholarship - $100.00This award is presented to dependents of members of the CSEA Unit 1708 who have shown outstanding individual achievement on the basis of service to school and community. Each recipient is awarded $50.00.Donor: LFCSD CSEA Unit 1708 Travis Miller

Candice Sabatino

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DAR Good Citizen Award - $100.00This award recognizes a senior demonstrating dependability, service, leadership, and patriotism.Donor: Astenrogen Chapter DAR Richard Baylor

David Moretti Business Award - $50.00This award is presented to the Senior business major with the highest average.Donor: Teresa Moretti Allison Maguire

David Moretti Leadership Award - $100.00Senior Class PresidentDonor: The Lamanna and Moretti Families Reese Battisti

Day & Read "Good Kid" Award - $250.00Awarded to a graduating senior who has good character, community involvement, an average student, and who is well liked by their peers and faculty.Donor: Day & Read Insurance Hayiley Doxtader

Delores Galusha Phalen and Ted Lyons Memorial Scholarship - $500.00Awarded to a student attending a two-year or four-year program in education, technology, art, fine arts, home and careers, or agriculture.Donor: Little Falls Teachers Association Emma Rasch

Dr. Burke Memorial Scholarship - $1,000.00To be awarded to two graduating seniors who show an interest or proficiency in the field of medicine or a related science. Each recipient will be awarded $500.00.Donor: Family and Friends of Dr. Burke Kathleen Lewis

Emma Rasch

Dr. Geoffrey H. Davis Memorial Scholarship - $1,000.00This award is presented to a varsity athlete who is planning on continuing his or her education at a four-year college.Donor: The Davis Family Leah Shepardson

Dr. Leonard Hersh Memorial Award - $100.00The scholarship is given in memory of Dr. Leonard Hersh, who was the first principal of the Little Falls Middle School. The award will be presented to a deserving senior who will be continuing his or her education in a health-related field.Donor: Family and Friends of Dr. Leonard Hersh Jadyn Hysack

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Elmira College Key Award - $20,000 per year for 4 yearsThe Elmira Key, a merit award bestowed upon students in their junior year of high school has been awarded since 1935, making it one of the oldest continuing programs in the nation honoring high school juniors.Donor: Elmira College Alumni Association Gianna Altieri

Maggie LaBreche

English Award - $25.00Best English StudentDonor: John Crowley Estate Trust Fund William Richardson

Eric G. Rohacek Memorial History Award - $100.00Presented to a student who exhibits a passion for history.Donor: Doreen and Gary Rohacek Kaden Calafrancesco

Eric P. Karpowich Memorial Athletic Scholarship - $150.00This year’s award will be presented to one male baseball player and one female softball player who exemplifies teamwork, passion for the game and shows tradition to the values of Little Falls High School. Each recipient will be awarded $75.00.Donor: Family and Friends of Eric Reese Battisti

Hannah Young

Erich and Ruth Kupfer Community Service Award - $790.00Awarded to a graduating senior who will be attending a two-or four-year college in the Fall and who has been involved in community service throughout his or her high school career.Donor: Mr. Peter Kupfer and Mr. Paul Sinclair William Richardson

Eugene R. and Viola G. Null Scholarship - $100.00Given to a student who has excelled in math or science and is planning on attending college in the fall.Donor: Eugene and Viola Null Grace Bergeron

Family and Consumer Science Recognition - $30.00Given to a student who has been active in the Family and Consumer Science program and has demonstrated a willingness to help and be of service to others.Donor: Mrs. Virginia Shaw Hayiley Doxtader

Fiory J. Moretti Art Award - $50.00Single best work of art created during the school year.Donor: Mr. and Mrs. Mark Moretti Hannah Young

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Folts Foundation Scholarship Award - $250.00Awarded to graduating senior planning to enter the healthcare field.Donor: Folts Foundation Jenna Grabinski

Forest and Lillian Weeks Commencement Award - $150.00This award is presented to a deserving student planning to further his or her education in the technology field, graphic arts/drawing, home economics, or manual arts.Donor: Mr. and Mrs. William Weeks Domiano Altieri

Frederick Douglass and Susan B. Anthony Award - $10,000 per year for 4 yearsThis award is presented to a student in recognition of his or her outstanding commitment to social justice and dedication to continuing the unfinished life's work of Frederick Douglass and Susan B. Anthony.Donor: University of Rochester Kaylan Zysk

Fredericka Vickers Conrad & Dr. Joseph W. Conrad Scholarship - $3,750.00This award is presented to students who are interested in pursuing careers in medicine, para-medicine, nursing, laboratory technical work, hospital administration, or any allied health field. Each recipient will receive $750.00.Donor: Little Falls Hospital with a supplemental contribution from the Little Falls Hospital Guild Emily Gehring Jenna Grabinski

Seth RosarioCandice SabatinoLeah Shepardson

GAA Service Award - $525.00This award is presented to seven senior female athletes who have demonstrated outstanding participation in and service to the Girls’ Athletic Association. Each recipient will receive $75.00.Donor: Little Falls High School GAA Grace Bergeron

Halle FeaneErin Manley

Candice SabatinoLeah Shepardson

Lindsey SlabocHannah Young

Gary Smith Memorial - $50.00This award is given in loving memory of Gary Smith, recognizing his positive attitude and strength of character. Awarded to a senior athlete who has a strong work ethic, good moral character and who demonstrates kindness and friendliness towards others.Donor: Diane Smith Richard Baylor

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Gary "Tuch" Tucci Memorial Scholarship - $500.00This award is presented to a graduating senior who has shown growth, strives in academics and is kind and supportive to fellow students.Donor: The Family of Gary "Tuch" Tucci Sr. Candice Sabatino

George Eastman Young Leaders Award - $10,000 per year for 4 yearsThis award recognizes strong leadership experience at school and in the community, high grades and challenging courses and extensive involvement in extracurricular activities.Donor: University of Rochester Andrew Fox

George Willman Memorial Award for Service - $1,000.00This award is presented to a senior who has demonstrated responsibility and good citizenship.Donor: The Family of George and Elizabeth Willman Richard Baylor

Herkimer College Hope Scholarship - $500.00The Hope Scholarship is awarded to a graduating senior who resides in Herkimer County, who will be attending Herkimer College in the fall, and who has demonstrated a strong record of achievement in academics, leadership activities and service to their school and community.Donor: Herkimer College Hannah Young

Herkimer County Conference of Mayors - $100.00This award is presented to a senior who is planning to pursue a career in either government or politics.Donor: The Herkimer County Conference of Mayors Haley Thomas

Home Economics Award - $30.00Awarded to a Home Economics student who has proved proficient in Food and Nutrition or Housing/Environmental Design, has taken Human Development courses, and intends to be further educated in a related field.Donor: Future Homemakers of America - Little Falls High School Rebecca Loring

Homero Delgado Duarte Award for Excellence in Spanish - $200.00Presented to a graduating senior who has taken three or more years of Spanish and who demonstrates respect for others.Donor: Linda M. Wagner Cearrah Jones-Messina

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In Honor of Bob and Jody Feane - $100.00This award is presented to a graduating senior who has demonstrated the qualities of a good school citizen.Donor: The Feane Family Jacob Slabe

In Honor of Rob Feane - $100.00This award is presented to a graduating senior who has demonstrated the qualities of good citizenship throughout his or her high school career.Donor: The Feane Family Elijah Cooney

In Honor of the Class of 1955 Award - $150.00This award is presented to two students who promote school spirit and who have demonstrated respect for others. Each recipient will receive $75.00.Donor: Class of 1955 Anthony Rounds

Candice Sabatino

In Memory of Brad Foltin - Science Award - $100.00This award is presented to a graduating female student who has excelled in Science and will be continuing her education in a scientific field.Donor: Mrs. Ann Foltin Hailee Schaffner

In Memory of Dr. Theodore D. Wind - $2,500.00This award is given to two graduating seniors who are honest, show compassion, empathy, respect and selflessness. Each recipient will receive $1,250.00.Donor: Nancy Wind Hayiley Doxtader

Kathleen Lewis

In Memory of John Foltin - Athletic Award - $100.00This award is presented to a graduating male and female senior who participated in varsity sports. Each recipient will be awarded $50.00.Donor: Mrs. Ann Foltin Devon Callahan

Jessaca DiPrimo

In Memory of Philip M. Bladek - $500.00This award is presented to a graduating senior with a sheer love of instrumental music.Donor: The Family of Philip M. Bladek Hannah Young

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John Ferraro Memorial Award - $400.00This award, established on December 10, 2016, honors the memory of Mr. Ferraro. John was the music director for instrumental music at LFHS for many years. This award is to be given to two graduating seniors who promote exceptional school spirit, demonstrate compassion towards others, and overcome and accept life’s challenges. Each recipient will receive $200.00.Donor: Louise, Lynne, Jeff and Jay Ferraro Emily Gehring

Candice Sabatino

John S. & Eloise C. Frazier Memorial Award - $500.00In honor of our parents, both educators in the Little Falls City School District, the student receiving this award demonstrates a passion for teaching and learning; a commitment to the intellectual, social and emotional growth of children; academic excellence; and will be pursuing a career in education.Donor: Children of John S. and Eloise C. Frazier Hannah Young

Joseph "Stash" Zawtocki Memorial Award - $300.00Awarded to one male and one female graduating senior planning on attending Herkimer College, who show potential and who participated in community service, demonstrating ability and responsibility. Each recipient will be awarded $150.00.Donor: Kay and Ray Lenarcic, Mary and Tony Paparella Rebecca Loring

Thomas Nobile

Kaitlin A. Feeney Memorial Award - $200.00Given to a graduating senior in memory of Kaitlin A. Feeney.Donor: Debra Feeney and Michael Feeney Halle Feane

Kathleen L. Grande Scholarship - $300.00The recipient of this scholarship was chosen for their motivation and desire to help others.Donor: The Family of Kathleen L. Grande Jenna Grabinski

Kevin Chrisman Athletic Award - $150.00Awarded to a graduating senior who has played two years of varsity baseball or softball. This community minded individual shall demonstrate strong leadership on and off the field. This student shall show respect to and be respected by his or her peers.Donor: Family and Friends of Kevin Chrisman Anthony Chrisman

Kevin Chrisman Baseball Scholarship - $250.00Awarded to two graduating senior baseball or softball players exhibiting strong character, leadership, an enthusiastic personality, team oriented and respected by his or her peers. Each recipient will receive $125.00.Donor: Little Falls Little League Matthew Aloisio

Hannah Young

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Lawrence B. Sargeant LFHS Rotary Scholarship - $2,000.00This award in the amount of $2,000.00 is based on academic achievement, citizenship, community service, need and the motto of Rotary International, “Service Above Self ”.Donor: Little Falls Rotary Club Seth Rosario

LeMoyne College Heights Award - $13,750 per year for 4 yearsAwarded to a high school junior achieving success while "Reaching for the Heights" in the classroom and in various school and community activities.Donor: LeMoyne College Chloe Tinkler

Leslie Andree Hanna Field Hockey Award - $125.00Presented to one field hockey player who was dedicated and developed throughout her career to become the best player she could be and played for the love of the game.Donor: Mrs. Mounir Hanna Erin Manley

Leslie Andree Hanna Memorial Drama Award - $125.00This award is presented to a student who has contributed the most to the success of this year’s Drama Club production.Donor: Mrs. Mounir Hanna Emily Gehring

Leslie Andree Hanna Memorial Scholarship - $200.00This scholarship is awarded to the winner of the DAR Good Citizen Award in memory of Leslie A. Hanna.Donor: Mrs. Mounir Hanna Richard Baylor

LFCSD Board of Education Mission Award - $150.00This award is presented to a senior who exemplifies the District's mission by striving to reach his or her full academic, physical and emotional potential.Donor: Little Falls City School District - Board of Education Richard Baylor

Linda A. Sagatis Memorial Scholarship - $1,500.00To be awarded to three graduating seniors who are planning to pursue a career in the health care field. Linda, a lifelong nurse and beloved by her family, truly exemplified the necessary qualities to be an asset in the field: empathy, compassion, respect, friendliness, and dedication to patients and loved ones. An ideal candidate for the scholarship should demonstrate these qualities through academic and extracurricular activities, and express passion and drive to enter the health care field. It is the hope of Linda's family that this scholarship will assist the recipient on their journey into health and patient care, a profession much loved by Linda. Each recipient will receive $500.00.Donor: Family of Linda A. Sagatis Halle Feane

Emily GehringAshley Worden

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Little Falls Classes of 1965 Memorial - $400.00This award is presented to a graduating senior who exemplifies school spirit.Donor: Little Falls Classes of 1965 Reese Battisti

Little Falls Elks Scholarship Award - $400.00Each recipient will receive $100.00.Donor: Little Falls Elks Club Domiano Altieri

Halle FeaneEmily Gehring

Jenna Grabinski

Little Falls Fonda Bus Corporation Award - $1,000.00The recipient of this award must have been accepted by a two-or four-year college. The student needs to be well-rounded and have participated in a high school level sport.Donor: Little Falls Fonda Bus Corporation Jadyn Hysack

Little Falls Hydroelectric Scholarship - $500.00This award will be presented to a graduating senior who will be furthering his or her education in engineering, computer science, math, physics, or other technical fields. Student must have a high grade point average in math and science as well as being well-rounded, creative and an independent thinker with a strong work ethic.Donor: Little Falls Hydroelectric William Richardson

Little Falls Music Boosters Award - $500.00This award will be presented to two seniors who are pursuing a career in music. Each recipient will receive $250.00.Donor: Little Falls Music Boosters Jessaca DiPrimo

Kathleen Lewis

Little Falls Professional Firefighters Award - $500.00This year’s scholarship will go to two graduating seniors who are pursuing a career in fire science, the medical field or trades. This award is based not only on academic achievement, but also on their extracurricular activities and involvement in the community. Each recipient will receive $250.00.Donor: International Association of Firefighters Local 2966 Hayiley Doxtader

Christopher Giaquinto

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Little Falls Rotary Resilient Student Award - $500.00The Little Falls Rotary Club and Rotary District 7150 is awarding this $500.00 scholarship in recognition of the resilient spirit that you have shown in overcoming difficulties and obstacles in your life during your high school years. We believe your resilient spirit will carry you far in life and we would like you to know that your local rotary is proud of all you have accomplished and believes you are headed towards great accomplishments.Donor: Little Falls Rotary Club and Rotary District 7150 Anthony Rounds

Little Falls Teachers Association Memorial Scholarship - $500.00This award will be presented to a student who will be attending a two-or four-year institution for education.Donor: Little Falls Teachers Association Hannah Young

Louise Chapple Tanzer Scholarship - $1,240.00This award will be presented to a graduating senior who plans on studying English, Journalism or Writing in college. This scholarship was created by daughter, Elisabeth Battle, as a long-lasting legacy to honor her mother, who raised five children and served as the first woman on the Little Falls City School District Board of Education.Donor: Children of Louise Chapple Tanzer Emma Rasch

Marilyn D. Welpe Memorial Award - $150.00This award will be presented to a graduating senior who values education and displays fine character, citizenship, friendliness and respect.Donor: The Family of Marilyn Welpe Jenna Grabinski

Mark A. VanSlyke, MD Memorial Award - $100.00This award is presented to a senior male who possesses the potential for creatively applying head, hands, and heart in a technical or medical field.Donor: The Family of Mark A. VanSlyke Seth Rosario

Martin E. Welpe Memorial Award - $300.00Awarded to a graduating senior who is hardworking and who will be furthering his or her education in a program requiring a strong background in mathematics.Donor: The Family of Martin E. Welpe William Richardson

Mary Girmonde Scholarship - $300.00This award is presented to the graduating senior who has shown the most compassion towards his or her fellow classmates.Donor: The Family of Mary Girmonde Jenna Grabinski

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Michael Petrie Memorial Scholarship - $500.00Awarded to two seniors: one pursuing a career in criminal justice and one pursuing a career in agriculture, auto mechanics or another skilled trade. Each recipient will receive $250.00.Donor: Family of Michael Petrie Cearrah Jones-Messina

Haley Thomas

Michael Tarbox Memorial Scholarship - $200.00Awarded to a student in the BOCES Automotive Program or to a student who plans on going into the automotive field following graduation.Donor: United Steel Workers Local 1438 Christopher Giaquinto

Michaela Kasner Athletic Award - $50.00Awarded to the senior female athlete who best exemplified leadership in the athletic program at Little Falls High School.Donor: Little Falls High School GAA Emma Rasch

Mohawk Valley Towns Bowling Award - $100.00Awarded to a graduating senior male and senior female who bowled on the school team and who will be going to college. Each recipient will be awarded $50.00.Donor: Mohawk Valley Towns Bowling Association Tyler Jones

Rebecca Loring

Music Scholarship - $2,000.00Awarded to a member of the graduating class pursuing a career in the field of music.Donor: Jackson Fenner Foundation Emily Gehring

Paul W. and Anna K. Wing Memorial Scholarship - $200.00Awarded to two graduating seniors who have excelled academically, have been involved in community service, and have indicated their intent to continue their formal education beyond high school. Each student will be awarded $100.00.Donor: Mr. and Mrs. Robert Cole Jessaca DiPrimo

Olivia Panko

Peter J. Coleman Memorial Scholarship - $500.00Awarded to a senior boy and girl who are good school citizens, have participated in sports, have had a positive effect on the school environment, and have been good role models for other students. Each recipient will be awarded $250.00.Donor: Mrs. Nancy Coleman-Schenck Geoffrey Grace

Lindsey Slaboc

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Polish Community Home Award - $500.00This award is presented to two graduating seniors who will be attending college in the Fall. Each recipient will receive $250.00.Donor: Little Falls Polish Community Home Allison Maguire

Joseph Stoltz

President's Education Award for Outstanding AcademicAchievement Donor: President of the United States

President's Education Award for Outstanding Academic Excellence Donor: President of the United States

Raymond and Alice Frezza Memorial Award - $100.00This award will be presented to a graduating senior who has demonstrated persistence and perseverance to overcome challenges during his or her high school career.Donor: Family of Raymond and Alice Frezza Forrest Fox

Raymond Young Memorial Award - $25.00This award will be presented to a deserving senior who is considered a well-rounded student exhibiting a congenial personality and demonstrating effort in his or her academic program.Donor: The Family of Raymond Young William Richardson

Richard BaylorHalle Feane

Geoffrey GraceElijah Hermanowski

Jadyn HysackAllison Maguire

Erin ManleyJoseph Mendola Jr.

Thomas NobileOlivia Panko

Brandon ShepherdJoseph Stoltz

Haley ThomasShawn Wells

Hannah Young

Domiano AltieriReese Battisti

Grace BergeronJessaca DiPrimoEmily Gehring

Jenna GrabinskiKathleen Lewis

Emma Rasch

William RichardsonSeth Rosario

Candice SabatinoHailee SchaffnerLeah Shepardson

Lindsey SlabocAnthony Vespasiano

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Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute Medalist Award - $30,000 per year for 4 yearsThis award is presented to a student in the Junior class who exhibits outstanding achievement in Math and Science.Donor: Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute Niall Pepper

Richard M. Geraty Memorial - $2,000.00The Richard M. Geraty Award will be presented to one football player and one field hockey player. Mr. Geraty was an avid fan of both his son and daughter when they participated in these sports. This award will be given to two seniors who plan to pursue a career in higher or continued education. Each recipient will receive $1,000.00.Donor: In Memory of Richard M. Geraty William Richardson

Candice Sabatino

Rick Mosher Memorial Scholarship - $1,000.00This award is presented to a graduating senior who has excelled in BOCES and is further pursuing their career in a trade.Donor: Rick Mosher Car Show Committee Reese Battisti

Rochester Institute of Technology Innovation and Creativity Award - $8,000 per year for 4 yearsThis award is presented to a student in the Junior class. This award honors your accomplishments as a student, your involvement as a member of your school and community and your creative and innovative talents. You should be very proud of these achievements, as they are the foundation for much success in the future.Donor: Rochester Institute of Technology Anthony Altieri

Scholarship for Academic Excellence - $2,500.00Donor: NYS Education Department William Richardson - $1,500.00

Emily Gehring - $500.00Domiano Altieri - $500.00

Scott Schmidt "Go Big or Go Home" Award - $1,000.00This award is presented to a student in memory of Scott “Schmidty” Schmidt.Donor: Megan Kennedy-Brown Jacob Slabe

Section III Otis Sennett Scholarship Plaque - $200.00This award is presented to two students with a minimum four year scholastic average of 91, who have participated in three sports and have been involved in their community. Each recipient will receive $100.00Donor: Coca Cola Company Emma Rasch

William Richardson

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Senior Deserving Award - Adam Kolkowski Memorial - $50.00Awarded to a graduating senior in good academic standing who has demonstrated outstanding leadership ability during high school.Donor: Anonymous Seth Rosario

Senior Deserving Award - Class of 1967 - $250.00This award is given in memory of the deceased members of the St. Mary's Academy and Little Falls High School Classes of 1967. Awarded to two graduating seniors who will be attending a two-or four-year college. Each recipient will be awarded $125.00.Donor: Class of 1967 - Little Falls High School & St. Mary's Academy Samantha Frere

Hailee Schaffner

Student Sage Award - $15,000 per year for 4 yearsThis award is presented to two high school Juniors who exemplify Sage College motto: "To Be, To Know, To Do"Donor: Sage College Hilal Bas

Claire Petkovsek

Temple Beth Joseph Community Service Award - $50.00Awarded to a graduating senior exhibiting a high degree of community service.Donor: Charity Committee, Temple Beth Joseph Hayiley Doxtader

Terry Warn Memorial Scholarship - $250.00This award is given in memory of Terry Warn. It will be awarded to a graduating senior that is kind and strives in academics and who will be attending a local community college.Donor: Friends of Terry Warn Elijah Hermanowski

The Carson Scholar Award - $2,000.00Our scholarship program awards students who have embraced high levels of academic excellence and community service with $1,000 college scholarships. This year we have two winners. Each student will receive $1,000.Donor: The Carson Scholars Fund Margaret Carroll

Chloe Tinkler

The Director's Choice Award - $300.00This year’s award will be presented to three graduating seniors who displayed growth in and dedication to drama. Each recipient will be awarded $100.00.Donor: High School Drama Club Kathleen Lewis

Erin ManleyAnthony Vespasiano

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The Giovanna M. Lamanna Memorial Scholarship - $500.00Awarded to a college-bound graduating senior. Donor: Family and Friends of Giovanna M. Lamanna Emma Rasch

The Helen Maksymicz Excellence in Music Award - $100.00This award is presented to two graduating seniors who have shown a caring and sharing personality in the area of music; demonstrating a true interest in music, through participation in school musical programs, volunteering time and talent at community music programs, or exhibiting exceptional talent in one or more musical instruments. Each recipient will be awarded $50.00.Donor: Friends of Helen Maksymicz Emily Gehring

Kathleen Lewis

The Jody Feane Award - $100.00This award is presented in memory of Joanna ( Jody) Feane to a student who has shown friendliness to the school community throughout their high school years and has participated in community and church service.Donor: The Family of Jody Feane Halle Feane

The Kasner Family Scholarship - $5,000.00Awarded 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 Seth Rosario

The Michael Sterusky Award - $100.00Awarded to a graduating senior who shares Michael’s dedication to hard work.Donor: Donna and David Baretta Joseph Mendola

The Producer's Choice Award - $100.00Awarded for excellence and dedication to stage crew. Donor: High School Drama Club Hayiley Doxtader

The Rose M. Jones Scholarship for Nursing - $150.00This scholarship will be awarded to a graduating senior who will be entering into the field of nursing.Donor: Robin C. Jones-Messina, Daughter Ashley Worden

The Scott Dawley Memorial Bowling Scholarship - $500.00Awarded to a senior female athlete who participated on the varsity bowling team and who shared Scott’s passion for bowling.Donor: Family and Friends of Scott Dawley Rebecca Loring

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The Scott Dawley Memorial Wrestling Scholarship - $500.00Awarded to a senior varsity wrestler who shared Scott’s passion for wrestling.Donor: Family and Friends of Scott Dawley Travis Miller

The Stuart and Therese Balderston Award - $1,000.00This award is presented to two graduating females who have been active in sports or the community and plan to further their education. Each recipient will receive $500.00.Donor: Family and Friends Jadyn Hysack

Hannah Young

The Teresa Boepple-Swider Memorial Scholarship - $500.00This scholarship is given in honor of Teresa Boepple-Swider. One $500 scholarship will be awarded to one graduating female senior who will study Science, Engineering or Math.Donor: Family and Friends of Teresa Boepple-Swider Jadyn Hysack

The Theodore "Mayor" Wind Memorial Scholarship - $3,000.00Awarded to three graduating seniors who display character, courage, and community service. The seniors will show scholastic achievement, excel in athletics and live life to the fullest with faith, love, and a good sense of humor. Each recipient will receive $1,000.00.Donor: Daughter Halle Feane

Leah ShepardsonAnthony Vespasiano

The Thomas Bergen Memorial Scholarship - $300.00This scholarship goes to a deserving senior who embodies the spirit and attributes of Tom and all that he overcame and achieved in his life. Someone with a big heart and a loving spirit, someone who doesn't let the challenges in their life stop them from being who or what they want to be, someone who worked hard to succeed academically while also being and enjoying school activities and events and being active in the community.Donor: Mr. and Mrs. William Bergen Connor Wilks

The William and Rosemary Gressler Community Service Award - $150.00This award is presented to a deserving senior who has demonstrated service to the community as a volunteer, through a service organization, or through an independent contribution of time and effort.Donor: Mr. and Mrs. Jeffrey Gressler Justin Masi

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Thomas A. Yanno Memorial Scholarship - $500.00The Yanno family would like to recognize the student, selected by teachers and counselors, who has challenged him or herself throughout their school career. As a counselor for 30+ years, Tom Yanno always encouraged his students to either take advanced classes, run for leadership positions, participate in sports, drama, music, or community activities. He saw the promise and potential of each student and wanted them to “raise the bar” of their personal expectations. His family would like to honor Tom’s memory by awarding this scholarship to the student who has “worked a little harder and reached a little higher.”Donor: Mrs. Thomas A. Yanno Lindsey Slaboc

Triple C Award - CertificateThis award is presented to two students who have demonstrated Courage, Commitment and Character.Donor: State Attorney General Kathleen Lewis

Seth Rosario

Utica Dollars for Scholars Annual Award - $500.00Utica Dollars for Scholars was established in November, 1994. Since its founding, UDFS has distributed more than $1.3 million to more than 1,700 students throughout Herkimer and Oneida Counties. An all volunteer community non-profit scholarship organization, Utica Dollars for Scholars partners with local businesses, The Community Foundation, families, service organizations and individual donors to establish annual awards and special funds to recognize excellence and future potential in local students.Donor: Utica Dollars for Scholars Domiano Altieri

Varsity Tennis Award - $100.00Awarded to a graduating senior who has done well academically while showing commitment and dedication to the sport of tennis.Donor: Mr. Brett Wehrum Kathleen Lewis

VFW Athletic Award - $500.00Awarded to one graduating male and one graduating female who have been involved in athletics and who have demonstrated patriotism and community spirit. Each recipient will receive $250.00.Donor: VFW Post #4612 - Little Falls Grace Bergeron

Elijah Cooney

Vocational Scholarship - $100.00Awarded to a graduating senior who has successfully completed a vocational training program and who exhibits a strong work ethic.Donor: Dr. and Mrs. Frank A. Krasuski Joseph Mendola

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Wells College 21st Century Leadership Award - $10,000 per year for 4 yearsAwarded to two juniors who have demonstrated the characteristics of ethical leadership and have shown trustworthiness, self confidence and intellect.Donor: Wells College Alyssa Santos

Gabriella Sylstra

Women's Christian Association Scholarship - $500.00This scholarship will be awarded to a young woman who has demonstrated intellectual, spiritual, and social development.Donor: Women's Christian Association Anastacia Massicotte

"Zyskie" Scholarship in Memory of James S. Zysk - $100.00Awarded to a charismatic, fun-loving, college bound high school senior who exemplifies leadership skills on and off the baseball field and who genuinely has a love for life.Donor: The Class of 1990 Geoffrey Grace

#21 Memorial Scholarship - $500.00This award honors the memory of Jana S. Behe, beloved member of the Little Falls field hockey, basketball and softball families and graduating class of 1995. This award is presented to one college bound female athlete that exemplifies leadership and excellence in academics and athletics.Donor: Family and Friends of Jana S. Behe Lindsey Slaboc

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Class of 2020

Alma MaterWhen we cheer for classic honors

That we win from rival schools When we shout at tilt and tourneyAnd confound the umpire’s rules

Or when in zeal triumphantExultingly we cry,

No voice can fling a bolder noteThan the voice of Little Falls High

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