Mount Mercy Academy recently held its annual fourth quarter honors assembly. Students were recognized for their contributions to various school organizations as well as for excellence in various subject areas. Highlighting the assembly was the announcement by the guidance department of the members of the junior class who were awarded scholarships to specific colleges and national organizations. The students will be awarded a scholarship to that college, contingent on the student’s attendance at that school. Nominations are based on numerous factors such as academic achievements, leadership qualities, community involvement and standardized test scores, as well as faculty recommendations.
The University of Rochester’s George Eastman Kodak Young Leaders Award was presented to Elizabeth Godsoe of Buffalo. The award is given to a junior who displays strong leadership skills, is receiving excellent grades in a challenging curriculum, and participates in and shows dedication to varied, extensive and time-consuming extracurricular activities.
Jillian Schneck of Buffalo was given the University of Rochester’s Xerox Award for Innovative and Information Technology. The award is presented in recognition of outstanding achievement in the pursuit of innovative approaches and an appreciation for the possibilities of technology.
The University of Rochester’s Bausch & Lomb Honorary Science Award was awarded to Catherine Klodzinski of Buffalo. The award is presented to a student for her outstanding academic achievement and superior intellectual promise in the field of science.
Bridget Dougherty of Buffalo was the recipient of the University of Rochester’s Frederick Douglass & Susan B. Anthony Award in Humanities and the Social Sciences. This award recognizes a student who demonstrates a commitment to understanding and addressing difficult social issues and is dedicated to continuing her unfinished life’s work. Equal emphasis on study, community action and dialogue is encouraged.
Clarkson University recognizes high school juniors that demonstrate strong leadership qualities, outstanding academic achievement, have made positive contributions to our school and community, and have expressed an interest in the fields of science, engineering, or business. Alexis Garmong of Buffalo earned the Clarkson University School Leadership Award and Paige Lapadat of Orchard Park received the Clarkson University School Achievement Award.
Gemma McIlroy of Hamburg was honored with the Rochester Institute of Technology’s Computing Medal Award. The award is given to a high school junior based on her accomplishments as a student, her involvement as a member of the school and community and her commendable computing abilities.
The Niagara University St. Vincent de Paul Medal is awarded to a student who exhibits compassion for peers, initiative, empathy for those less fortunate, humility, and leadership in the community. This year’s medal recipient was Corsignana Nardello of Derby.
The Elmira College Key Award was presented to Natalie VIcaretti of Blasdell in recognition of exceptional scholastic achievement, leadership, citizenship, and participation in extra-curricular activities. This individual excels in all areas, is a true role model, and exhibits qualities which may be seen as the “key” to success.
Keuka College’s George H. Ball Community Achievement Award was given to Kennedy Cerrone of Colden, a student who has qualities that embody the values of Keuka College, including integrity, academic excellence, diversity, leadership, service and social responsibility.
Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute in Troy awards their Rensselaer Medal to a student who excels in advanced math and science courses and exhibits significant interest and involvement in extracurricular activities. This year the medal was awarded to Sophia Nasca of Eden.
Wells College in Aurora awards their 21st Century Leadership Award to students who embody the spirit of sincerity and intellectual qualities of a strong leader in her school and community activities. Megan Amicone and Kayla Pietrkiewicz of Buffalo have demonstrated superior integrity, trustworthiness, self-confidence, and intellect, while possessing the characteristics of the highest form of ethical leadership.
The LeMoyne College Heights Award recognizes a high school junior who is “reaching for the heights” in the classroom and in service to her school and community. This award is intended to help promote and recognize academic achievement, service, and leadership, which are important aspect of the tradition at LeMoyne College. Abigail Mailloux of Buffalo received this award.
Wilkes University in Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania offered their Colonel Emerging Leader Award to a student with academic and leadership potential. This year’s recipient was Trinity Kehoe of Derby.
