Zachary Abbott, SUNY Morrisville Devin Adsitt, OCC Stefanie Bennett, Ithaca College Hailey Brown, CCC Joshua Calhoun, work force Kimberly Campbell, SUNY Oswego Mark Colbert, CCC Maureen Conner, SUNY Cobleskill Kassandra Covey, CCC Zachary Davis, CCC Adam Denney, CCC Tyler Doyle, work force* Hunter Dunham, CCC Kelsie Emerson, SUNY Cobleskill Stephen Farkas, St. Bonaventure* Emily Fedrizzi, Keuka College Kirsten Foisia-Burgman, US Marine Corps Curtis Garber, CCC Brendan Gill, CCC* Marlee Harris, Stony Brook University Conor Hastings, LeMoyne College Alexandra Hetherington, SUNY Delhi Matthew Hotelling, US Marine Corps

Southern Cayuga Central School Graduation

2015

Southern Cayuga Alma Mater

By: Cathy Mullarney

and Pat White

From Owasco on the east;

to the west Cayuga's waters;

With our fam'lies and our friends we learn and grow and prosper.

Though we may go far and wide, make our way through life's successes,

In our hearts you will remain - our pride S. C. C. S.

Congratulations Class of 2015

www.southerncayuga.org

Jacob Klipple, CCC Jason Kreydatus, work force Logan LaFave, SUNY Cobleskill Connor Lauster, TC3 Daniel Lukas, RIT Erica Milliman, SUNY Geneseo* Carl Minde, work force Lillybeth Morales, OCC Bethany Murphy, St. John Fisher Dakota Potter, work force Thomas Reynolds, Ohio Technical College Michael Robin, work force* Brianna Schmitt, Fashion Institute of Technology Justin Schneider, RIT Ross Shurtleff, TC3 Jacob Stephenson, SUNY Cobleskill* Adrianne Torea, Hobart-William Smith* Haley VanOrman, Elmira College Casandra Vernon, SUNY Cobleskill Dustin Wellman, SUNY Alfred Maria White, Penn-Foster* Morgan Zirbel, work force

Future Plans

*Not present at time of photo

Valedictorian- Marlee Harris College: Stony Brook University Major: Premedical Track Majoring in Anthropology Parents: Janet and Greg Otis and Glen Harris Advice for others: Get an adequate amount of sleep and don’t let anyone tell you who to be. What will you miss most about high school? The juniors, my brother and my New Visions family. Who was your favorite teacher/class? Ms. Houseknecht/Pre-Calculus and Mr. Bakija/Photography. What do you think is the strength of the class of 2015? We are a diverse class in the sense that we all excel in something unique; whether it be math, music, running, etc……my classmates are pretty impressive!

Salutatorian- Stefanie Bennett College: Ithaca College

Major: Business Management Parents: Ellen and Alvin Penird Advice for others: Be yourself and don’t procrastinate. What will you miss most about high school? The close knit connection with my teachers. Who was your favorite teacher/class? Ms. Houseknecht/Calculus What do you think is the strength of the class of 2015? We are able to be close with each other even though we all have many different talents.

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Zachary Abbott Stefanie Bennett Devin Adsitt Hailey Brown

Joshua Calhoun Maureen Conner Mark Colbert Kimberly Campbell

Kassandra Covey Zachary Davis Adam Denney

Kelsie Emerson

Tyler Doyle

Hunter Dunham Stephen Farkas Emily Fedrizzi

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Brendan Gill Curtis Garber Kirsten Foisia-Burgman Marlee Harris

Matthew Hotelling Conor Hastings Alexandra Hetherington

Daniel Lukas

Carl Minde

Jason Kreydatus Connor Lauster Logan LaFave

Jacob Klipple

Lillybeth Morales Bethany Murphy Erica Milliman

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Michael Robin

Ross Shurtleff Jacob Stephenson

Dakota Potter Thomas Reynolds

Justin Schneider

Brianna Schmitt

Dustin Wellman Casandra Vernon Haley VanOrman

Adrianne Torea

Maria White

Morgan Zirbel

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Award Basis Award Recipient

Aurora Volunteer Fire Department Scholarship

Rewards students for participation in volunteer emergency services. Encourages future participation in volunteer emergency services.

$250 Zachary Abbott

Betty & Clarence Chamberlain Scholarship/Order of Eastern Star

Awards are based on three categories including: financial need, academic success and promise as well as an essay entitled “why am I choosing a higher education and why am I applying for this scholarship?”

$200 Marlee Harris

Cayuga County Vietnam Veterans of America-Chapter 704

Given annually to a graduating senior, who in the opinion of the faculty has repeatedly demonstrated good citizenship, leadership and character, a sincere respect for their school and community and a genuine love of America.

$100 Bethany Murphy

Cayuga View Scholarship This scholarship was created in 2013 by Melanie L. Pallokat in memory of Steve A. Gorman 1976-1995 (brother) and Nathan L. Hunsinger Jackson 1985-2022 (cousin) who both tragically died in automobile accidents. Award is based on applicant’s essay describing a person that had a significant impact on them and how that influence changed their life.

$270 Stephen Farkas

Charles Volbrecht, Jr. Community Service Award

An award based on the importance of service to the community.

$100 Emily Fedrizzi

Cindy Sharshon Memorial Award Awarded to a senior who has been involved in the arts and is actively engaged in community service projects.

$500 Zachary Davis

Class of 1984 Memorial Scholarship

This scholarship is awarded to the student who has shown great improvement during his/her high school career.

$250 Maureen Conner

Claude Steffenhagen Award This award is given to a student who resides within the territory formerly comprising the Genoa Central School District. The recipient of this award must have the highest average on regents exams.

$150 Daniel Lukas

Cristin Ann Bambino Memorial Scholarship

This award is sponsored by the NY Schools Insurance Reciprocal in honor of Cristin Ann Bambino. It is awarded to a college-bound student who had overcome their challenges.

$3,000 Zachary Davis

Dedra Ryerson Memorial Award This award is granted to a student who is actively involved in the Drama Club and planning to pursue a career in human services.

$100 Marlee Harris

Doeing-Otis Memorial Award Kurtis Doeing and Skyler Otis were members of the SC Class of 2004. In honor of these two fine young men, Kurt and Skyler’s family and friends have generously donated funds for this scholarship to be given annually in their memory to a student or students who intend to pursue a technical of vocational education after high school.

$1,000 each

Dustin Wellman Thomas Reynolds

Dudley King/Fred Tuttle Aurora Rotary Award

Must either demonstrate excellence in Technology or Agricultural Mechanics.

$300 Maria White

Emily L. Richardson Art Award Awarded to a senior who has demonstrated a love and outstanding ability in the field of art.

$125 Kimberly Campbell

Faculty Award Awarded to a student, selected by the faculty, who has overcome adversity during his/her high school career. They have achieved success in the classroom and has been a positive presence in the school community.

$470 Zachary Davis

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2015 Scholarships and Awards

Award Basis Award Recipient

Frank & Virginia Turek Scholarship The late Frank and Virginia Turek established a scholarship that is awarded annually to students attending a 2 or 4 year college with an interest in an agricultural education.

$500 $1,000

$10,000 $2,000 $2,000

Zachary Abbott Maureen Conner Kelsie Emerson Logan LaFave Casandra Vernon

Herman Weisman Memorial Award This award is given to a senior who has expressed an interest in a science related field, and who has shown an enthusiasm for science and potential future success in science.

$100 Daniel Lukas

Horace Grier Memorial Scholarship In honor of SCCS business teacher and golf coach, this scholarship has been set up to award a graduating senior who has played either on the golf team during their high school years or intending to continue their studies in college with a concentration in business.

$500 Hailey Brown

Howard and Elizabeth Lacey Scholarship

It is awarded to students who reside in the townships of Scipio, Ledyard, Venice and Genoa and have demonstrated a record of good academic performance and will be enrolled in a fully accredited college, university or professional institution.

$1,000 each

Marlee Harris Justin Schneider Stefanie Bennett Zachary Davis Haley VanOrman Adrianne Torea Daniel Lukas

Jamie Connell Memorial Scholarship

This scholarship is in the memory of Southern Cayuga Alum Jamie Connell. It is awarded to a senior who will be attending a two or four year college or university and is based on the essay: “Discuss one life lesson learned that you will take with you to college and beyond.”

$300 Zachary Davis

Jean M. Coon Scholarship The Jean M. Coon Humanitarian Award is an award opportunity for students performing outstanding community service.

$1,000 Marlee Harris

Kindergarten Trust Open to any senior who has attended SC continuously from K-12 and must be attending college or entering the workforce in the area of public service.

$350 each

Zachary Abbott Kimberly Campbell Mark Colbert Maureen Conner Zachary Davis Kelsie Emerson Stephen Farkas Marlee Harris Lillybeth Morales Brianna Schmitt Adrianne Torea Haley VanOrman Casandra Vernon

Kirk and John Faist Memorial Award

Is awarded to a student who is active in FFA and demonstrates leadership qualities along with academic achievement with an emphasis on achievement in agricultural courses.

$600 Logan LaFave

Maroney-DiSanto Service Award Given to a senior boy and girl who have given outstanding service to the school. The intent is to recognize students who have contributed a great deal without necessarily being a conspicuous leader.

$100 each

Zachary Davis Emily Fedrizzi

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Awards and Scholarships continued

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Award Basis Award Recipient

Melissa Hill Koontz Memorial Award Presented to a senior pursuing a career in an area of community service such as social work, human or health services, education or community service.

$1,000 each

Adrianne Torea Haley VanOrman

NYS Dept. of Ed. Scholarship Scholarships are scholastic achievement awards based on SAT scores and regents exams.

$1,500 $500

Stefanie Bennett Marlee Harris

Roger Minde Award Applicants are judged on character, leadership, academic achievement, a personal essay and SAT scores.

$1,000 each

Stefanie Bennett Stephen Farkas

Ross Reeves Memorial Scholarship This scholarship is based on financial need, a student who tries hard, puts in effort, is at the average grade point and shows the academic drive and desire but falls under the college standard for academic financial relief.

$1,000 each

Zachary Abbott Zachary Davis Lillybeth Morales Ross Shurtleff

SC Scholarship Foundation Award SCSF awards are given to students based on their academic record, their demonstration of community service and/or commitment to work.

$1,000 each

Emily Fedrizzi Logan LaFave Erica Milliman Brianna Schmitt Adrianne Torea Haley VanOrman Casandra Vernon

SC Teachers Association Award Given to a student interested in pursuing a career in the field of teacher education.

$500 Maureen Conner

SCCS PTO Is awarded to a senior who has demonstrated excellence and dedication in service to their school and community through volunteering and fundraising activities.

$500 each

Zachary Davis Adrianne Torea

Sherwood Scholarship The Sherwood Scholarship was established by the residents of the former Sherwood Central School District to be awarded to seniors based on academic achievement.

$500 each

Stefanie Bennett Mark Colbert Marlee Harris Adrianne Torea Haley VanOrman

Sons of the American Legion The Sons of the American Legion Post 1107 base this award on overall academic achievement.

$500 each

Justin Schneider Haley VanOrman

Southern Cayuga Garden Club This scholarship is for a student who intends to further his/her studies in the fields of Horticulture, Landscape Design, Ecology/Environmental Studies or Forestry, who has demonstrated an interest and participation in the chosen field.

$500 Kelsie Emerson

Timothy J. Klink Memorial Award Awarded to applicants pursuing a degree in the field of math or science.

$500 Daniel Lukas

VFW Citizenship Award The recipients must always be willing to help others, have good manners, show leadership qualities, support school and community activities, is cooperative and has a positive attitude.

$150 each

Stefanie Bennett Daniel Lukas

VFW Community Service Award This award is given to a student with outstanding service and volunteerism in their community.

$500 Emily Fedrizzi

Walter Conley Award This award is offered to students in good academic standing as well as civic and athletic contributions.

$1,000 each

Kimberly Campbell Daniel Lukas

Young Women in Public Affairs Scholarship

Encourages young women to participate in public and political life by recognizing a commitment to the volunteer sector, evidence of volunteer leadership achievement and a dedication to the advancement of the status of women.

$1,000 Brianna Schmitt

Awards and Scholarships continued

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Not all Scholarship money has been awarded for the 2014-2015 school year.

From The Principal

I would like to offer special congratulations to the Class of 2015! You have arrived at the end of your journey.

The road to graduation has its peaks and valleys and I hope you have enjoyed all the experiences along the

way. I hope you seized all the rich opportunities while attending SCCS, gave your best effort, and set

meaningful goals for the future. I watched you grow into the young adults you have become and could not be

more proud of all your accomplishments and contributions while at our school. You truly are a special group

and one that will be remembered for many years.

Class of 2015, you are prepared for the next phase in your life. Whether you are going to college, enlisting in

the military, or joining the workforce, I am proud to call you SCCS graduates. Sophocles, one of the most

influential writers of Ancient Greece, once said that, “success is dependent on effort.” I hope you give your

best effort on your chosen path of study in the future. With 100% effort, anything is possible. My best wishes

on a prosperous future.

Mr. Carnicelli

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SCCS mission statement: Southern Cayuga Central School is committed to every student's intellectual and emotional growth and to promote effective citizenship. We will offer a diversity of curriculum and cultural experiences which meet the individual needs of our students. We encourage self-motivation, self-esteem, and positive values through a school-wide and community effort.

Patrick Jensen Southern Cayuga Central School Superintendent of Schools 2384 State Route 34B Aurora, NY 13026

Board of Education (315)364-7111 Ann LaFave, President www.southerncayuga.org Dave Wiemann, Vice President Susan Gloss David Harvatine Bruce Kopp Larry VanDeValk Dean Winspear

51st Southern Cayuga Graduation Ceremony SCCS Auditorium

Saturday, June 27, 2015 1:00 pm