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SLEEPY HOLLOW HIGH SCHOOL AWARD RECIPIENTS 2007
Leadership Awards
Officers of the Class of 2007
President Rachel Rosenbloom
Vice President Chelsea Schoen
Secretary Rosa Bauer-Moshi
Treasurer Bridget Gomez
Officers of the Class of 2008
President Jennifer Lopez
Vice President Alex Gonzalez
Secretary Annie Ramos
Treasurer Norah Carney
Officers of the Class of 2009
President John Lopez
Vice President Jordan James
Secretary Devan Campbell
Treasurer Max Epstein
Officers of the Class of 2010
President Adam Fry
Vice President Joseph Scarpati
Secretary Kyle Norman
Treasurer Peter Delmonaco
Officers of Student Government
President Devin Mahoney
President Grace Wheelan
Vice President Chris Good
Secretary Stephanie Beyl
Academic Awards and Scholarships
Valedictorian and Salutatorian
Valedictorian: Daniel Capo, who will be attending Stanford University this fall
National Merit Scholarship Program
Commended Students: Jenny Aguilar, Dan Capo, Lloyd Ellman, Josh Hammer, Nicholas Samoyedny,
Grace Wheelan and Taylor Zolbe
National Hispanic Honorable Mention Finalist: Jenny Aguilar
Finalists: Emili Feigelson, Ben Gold and Gabe Plano
National Merit Scholarship Winner: Ben Gold
The Book Awards
Harvard Book Award: Anthony Hinds
Yale Book Award: John Bonanno
Cornell Book Award: Marco Baran
Oberlin College Alumni Book Award: Jesse Humm
The Mt. Holyoke Book Club Award: Laura Kirschner
Wellesley Book Award: In-Hye Erstling
Williams College Book Award: Kevin Blank
Smith Book Award: Clare Zegarelli
Skidmore Book Award: BJ Lillis
St. Lawrence Book Award: Matt Vallo
St. Michaels: Michael Wu and Victoria Lembecke
Scholarships and Awards
The Discover Card Tribute Award: Wydnne Cadena and Erika Tramontelli
New York Lottery Leaders of Tomorrow Scholarship: Katelyn Moore
The State Education Department of New York Scholarship
for Academic Excellence: $1,500 to Dan Capo
$500 to Rosa Baure-Moshi
$500 to Katelyn Moore
$500 to Nicholas Samoyedny
$500 to Grace Wheelan
Victor Ridder Scholarship: Grace Wheelan
Sleepy Hollow Chamber of Commerce Scholarship: Grace Wheelan
Art Scholar of 2007 Award: James Masciovechio
The Art Book Award: Jean Patino
Outstanding Fine Arts Student Award: Roy Monselise
The Luke Arduino Memorial Award: Emma Venturini
The Music Scholar of 2007 Award: Ben Gold
The English Scholar of 2007: Chris Miller
English Department Award: Josh Hammer
Margaret C. Warren Scholarship: Gabby Ward
Virginia Naughton Poetry Award: Frankie Herrera
American Association of University Women Award: Chelsea Schoen
Excellence in Journalism Award: Josh Hammer
Reading Award: Lucie Steiner
ESL Scholar of 2007 Award: Juan Rodriguez
The Arriba Award: Seryo Castellanos
The Foreign Language Scholar of 2007 Award: Josh Hammer
Italian Language & Cultural Award: Vicky De Fiore
The Foreign Language Honor Society Awards:
French Nicholas Samoyedny
Spanish Sarah Campbell
Italian Katelyn Moore
Spanish for Heritage Speakers Iriannette Negron
The Mathematics Scholar of 2007 Award: Jenny Aguilar
Mathematics Department Award: Gabe Plano
The Citrin, Cooperman & Company Accounting Scholarship: Juan Rodriguez
Homer S. Pace Award: Spencer White
Stretch for Excellence Award: Juan Rodriguez
IBM Honors Math and Science Program 2007: Alex Gonzalez, Ian Hummell, Will Royston and Matt Vallo
The US Air Force Recruiting Service Award: Carlos Lojano, Ronnie Bucci, Ana Mendia and Melanie Ferreira
The Science Scholar of 2007 Award: Taylor Zolbe
The Intel Science Talent Search Award: Gabe Plano
The CIBA Science Award: Eric Ross
The George Washington University Award for Science and Mathematics: Matt Vallo
The William Boyle Memorial Award: Maggie Schnog
The Tarrytown Post #1939 V.F.W. of the United States: Ben Gold
The Jelly Bean Award: Anthony Hinds
The Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute Award: John Bonanno
The Bausch & Lomb Science Award: Anthony Hinds
Science Department Award: Jenny Aguilar
Gregory Vallach Science Award: Gabe Plano
Scientific American Award: Rosa Bauer-Moshi, Josh Hammer, Katelyn Moore, Chelsea Schoen and
Emma Venturini
Science Research Awards
Jenny Aguilar: Psychogenics Pharmaceuticals Excellence in Neurobiology Award
Intel Society for Optical Engineering Award
John Bonanno: Society for In-Vitro Biology Award for Excellent Research
Dan Capo: ASM International Foundation Award
Herbert Hoover Presidential Library Association Award for
Excellence
Communication Skills in Engineering
National Society of Professional Engineers Award
Jesse Humm: CIBA Specialty Chemicals Award
US Air Force Award for Excellence in Science Research
Gabe Plano: ASM International Foundation Award
Ricoh Sustainable Development Award
US Air Force Award for Excellence in Science Research
Chelsea Schoen and
Rosa Bauer-Moshi: Entergy Research Award
Visual Impact Award
The Social Studies Scholar of 2007 Award: Chris Miller
Social Studies Department Award: Carlos Lojano and Juan Rodriguez
The Congressional Certificate of Merit: Carey Robinson
Vietnam Veterans of America Scholarship: Nicholas Samoyedny
American Association of University Women Award: Katelyn Moore
The Army Reserve National Scholar Athlete Award: Dan Capo and Bridget Gomez
Mock Trial Certificates: Lloyd Ellman, Emili Feigelson, Josh Hammer, David Hinds, Laura Kirschner,
Chris Miller, Miriam Pauta, Eric Ross and David Salter
Mock Trial Scholarship/Gavel Award: Lloyd Ellman, Emili Feigelson, Josh Hammer, Chris Miller,
Miriam Pauta, and Eric Ross
Mock Trial Law Award: Emili Feigelson
The Experiential Learning Program Award: Julissa Lopez
Adele Banner Scholarship Award: James Farmer, Hilda Lima and David Capello
Robert Capell Memorial Scholarship Foundation: Smerlyn Amaro
Today’s Students, Tomorrow’s Teachers Awards: Nicole O’Brien
Fran Sorken Memorial Scholarship: Erica Moshman
Marcia Slaw Memorial Award: Sarah Campbell
Guidance Award: Gary Campbell
Ellen Jakob Scholarship: Tania Pena
“Juan Izquierdo Go For It Award:” Frankie Herrera, Cecelia Paute and Williams de la Cruz
Perseverance Award: John Foreman
The Rose and Sidney Becker Memorial Scholarship: Chris Miller and Juan Rodriguez
Upward Bound Award: Will Perez and Juan Rodriguez
The Frederick M. Breitbarth Memorial Scholarship Fund:
Seniors: Jenny Aguilar
Angela Martello
Katelyn Moore
Nicole O’Brien
Gabe Plano
Rachel Rosenbloom
Juniors: In-Hye Erstling
Anthony Hinds
Laura Kirschner
Mike Leeper
Matt Vallo
Clare Zegarelli
Dave Bridges Rotary Arts Award: Brad Becker-Parton and Lucie Steiner
Elizabeth Ewing Award: Jocylen Roberts and Carey Robinson
New York State Office of the State Comptroller Award: Angela Martello
Triple “C” Certificate: Erica Moshman and Juan Rodriguez
The American Legion of the Tarrytowns Award: Nicole Remple
Rivertowns Lions Club – Past Presidents Award for Model Citizenship: Ben Gold
Valdespino – Copland LLP Award: Lucie Steiner
The Bernard N. H. Rosenblatt Scholarship: Melissa Smutek
Policemen’s Benevolent Association Scholarship: Candido Diaz, Steven Giampiccolo and Aileen McGee
Solomon’s Lodge, F & A Masons Scholarship: Bridget Gomez
Loretta Parrigan Scholarship: Ashley Delmonaco
Susanne Pell Memorial Scholarship: Brad Becker-Parton and Taylor Zolbe
The Herbert E. Lyon Excalibur Award: Ben Gold
John Kovac Award: Devin Mahoney
Kirk Booth Memorial Scholarship: Dennis Bencosme
The TNT League Scholarship: Robert Caposella and Lindsay Zekus
The John B. Zastenchik Memorial Award: Candido Diaz
Daniel T. Joyce Memorial Award: Josh Hammer
Gabriel H. Pollock Memorial Scholarship: Maureene King and Nicole Occhipinti
The Korean Church of Westchester Awards: Jacob Boersma, Jaslee Carayol, Ermelinda de Gennaro
Jason Guzman, Andrew Kaplan, America Loor, Mirian Pauta, Michael Praino, Eric Ross and Mayra Zhinin
The Hudson Valley Plumbing and Mechanical Contractor’s Award: David Wu
The Herms Achievement Award: Will Berkowitz, Wellinthon Diaz, Carlos Lojano, Aileen McGee, Roy Monselise
Jon Peralta, Max Rosen and Jennette Ruivo
The Korean Church of Tarrytown: Sam Schroedel
The Teachers’ Association of the Tarrytowns Award: $5000 to Katelyn Moore
$1000 to Juan Rodriguez
The NYSUT Retired Teachers Award: Gabby Ward
Shoe Leather Award: Richard Castillo
PTSA Scholarship Award: Vicky DeFiore, Mirian Pauta and Will Perez
The Nancy Jo Abeles Awards: Jenny Aguilar, Christine Angevine, Rosa Bauer-Moshi, Anellia Erstling,
Josh Hammer, Angela Martello, Chris Miller, Maggie Schnog,
Chelsea Schoen and Grace Wheelan
The Ronald McDonald House Charities and McDonald’s Restaurant Owner’s Award: Masiel Santos-Hilario
The Jandon Scholar Award: Marianny Hidalgo and Estefania Mercedes
The Bayer Healthcare Diagnostics Division Mathematics and Science Award: Dan Capo
Hitachi America, Ltd. - Tsuneo Tanaka Scholarship: Rachel Rosenbloom
The Principal’s Awards: Christine Angevine, Dennis Bencosme, John Campbell, Seryo Castellanos,
James Farmer, John Foreman, Frankie Herrera, Maureene King, America Loor,
Angela Martello, Roy Monselise, Iriannette Negron, Will Perez, Michael Praino,
Jocylen Roberts, Jenny Aguilar, Rosa Bauer-Moshi, Brad Becker-Parton,
Emili Feigelson, Ben Gold, Devin Mahoney, Katelyn Moore, Erica Moshman,
Gabe Plano, Juan Rodriguez, Rachel Rosenbloom, Chelsea Schoen,
Maggie Schnog, Grace Wheelan and Taylor Zolbe
“Spirit of Sleepy Hollow Principal’s Scholarship:” Ben Gold and Maggie Schnog
SLEEPY HOLLOW HIGH SCHOOL ANNOUNCES
ACADEMIC AWARDS AND SCHOLARSHIPS FOR 2007
Mrs. Carol Conklin, Principal of Sleepy Hollow High School, is pleased to announce the winners of academic awards and scholarships at the annual Sleepy Hollow High School Awards Night. The ceremony was held on Monday, June 4th at the Westchester Marriott.
Students were recognized for their academic achievements, for their community service, for their citizenship and for their efforts in related areas. Students in grades 9 through 12 were recognized, and approximately 135 awards were given. More than $200,000 in scholarship monies was awarded that evening, including $10,000 scholarships from Hitachi Ltd. and Bayer, and two $10,000 scholarships from the Jandon Foundation. The Awards Night provides the high school and the community with the opportunity to recognize its students for their hard work throughout the year.
A list of the specific awards and their recipients has been attached.
For further information, please contact Cheryl Greene, Assistant Principal for Pupil Services at 914-332-6209.
June 20, 2007
SLEEPY HOLLOW HIGH SCHOOL ANNOUNCES
ACADEMIC AWARDS AND SCHOLARSHIPS FOR 2007
Mrs. Carol Conklin, Principal of Sleepy Hollow High School, is pleased to announce the winners of academic awards and scholarships at the annual Sleepy Hollow High School Awards Night. The ceremony was held on Monday, June 4th at the Westchester Marriott.
Students were recognized for their academic achievements, for their community service, for their citizenship and for their efforts in related areas. Students in grades 9 through 12 were recognized, and approximately 135 awards were given. More than $200,000 in scholarship monies was awarded that evening, including $10,000 scholarships from Hitachi Ltd. and Bayer, and two $10,000 scholarships from the Jandon Foundation. The Awards Night provides the high school and the community with the opportunity to recognize its students for their hard work throughout the year.
A list of the specific awards and their recipients has been attached.
For further information, please contact Cheryl Greene, Assistant Principal for Pupil Services at 914-332-6209.
June 20, 2007
SLEEPY HOLLOW HIGH SCHOOL ANNOUNCES
SLEEPY HOLLOW HIGH SCHOOL SENIOR EARNS NATIONAL RECOGNITION IN
THE SCHOLASTIC ART AND WRITING COMPETITION
Principal Carol Conklin is pleased to announce that Sleepy Hollow High School Senior CHRISTOPHER MILLER earned national recognition in The Scholastic Art and Writing Awards of 2007. The Scholastic Art and Writing Awards is sponsored by The Alliance for Young Artists and Writers.
More than 100,000 works of art and writing were submitted to the 80 Regional Affiliates and the Region-at-Large program of The Scholastic Art and Writing Awards. Submissions came from across the United States, Canada and U.S.-sponsored schools abroad and included public, private, parochial and home schools as well as community organization programs. The competition culminated in approximately 25,000 works of art and writing being forwarded to national adjudication. Approximately 850 artists and 350 writers earned national Gold Awards or Silver Awards this year. Chris is counted among the most accomplished young artists and writers this year.
Recognized students gathered in New York City on June 14th and 15th to celebrate their achievements during the national Celebration 2007.
Chris was encouraged to submit his writings by his junior AP English Language and Composition teacher Mrs. Phoebe Rosenwasser. The Alliance for Young Artists and Writers recognized Mrs. Rosenwasser for her mentoring of Chris in this endeavor.
When told of Chris’ award, Mrs. Conklin stated, “A truly gifted writer, we are proud of Chris’ achievement and thrilled that his work is getting national attention and a broad audience.” Mrs. Rosenwasser added, “Chris has a remarkable intellect. Curious and well-read, he evaluates and analyzes words and ideas to produce original insight. Chris’ writing reflects a mind that comprehends the art and the craft of the essay.”
The members of the English Department, as well as the administration, faculty and staff of the high school congratulation Chris on his recognition and wish him well next year at American University in Washington, DC.
For further information, please contact Phoebe Rosenwasser at prosenwasser@tufsd.org.
June 20, 2007
SLEEPY HOLLOW HIGH SCHOOL ANNOUNCES
SUCCESS OF SWIMMING ELECTIVE
One of the new physical education electives offered to Sleepy Hollow High School students this year was swimming. Students enrolled in the course were bused daily to the local Tarrytown YMCA, where they were instructed in basic swimming skills. As part of the course, students learned the proper techniques for each stroke, including freestyle, elementary backstroke, backstroke, breaststroke and butterfly. In addition, students were introduced to racing starts from the blocks, flip turns, proper diving techniques and breath control. They also learned how to retrieve objects from the bottom of the pool, how to tread water, and how to perform competitive workouts. The course’s physical education teacher and swimming instructor, Ms. Tawn Turnesa, reported that her classes worked hard and put great effort into their swimming. The students enrolled in the course truly loved coming to class and could not wait to get in the pool and swim. She is very proud of the tremendous progress they made throughout the semester.
For further information, please contact Kelly Kutch, Health/Physical Education Developer, at 914-332-6301.
SLEEPY HOLLOW HIGH SCHOOL ANNOUNCES
SUCCESS OF DANCE RESIDENCY
During the month of May, physical education students enrolled in the Dance Elective physical education class had the opportunity to participate in a Dance Residency program at the Tappan Zee Dance Studio in Sleepy Hollow. Students were bused to and from the studio during their regularly scheduled physical education class time, where they received dance education from professionally trained dance instructors.
Under the instruction of Mr. Robert Brace and Ms. Rachel White, Sleepy Hollow High School dance students learned jazz and hip hop dance. The students truly enjoyed their experience at the dance studio. They came to class each day eager to participate and learn new dance techniques. Many of the students have highly recommended their experience at the Tappan Zee Dance Group to other students who are thinking of enrolling in the dance elective next year.
The high school Physical Education Department along with the students in our dance elective program, would like to thank the Middle School/High School Arts Plan for making this program possible. The Middle/High School Arts Plan is an initiative designed to bring additional arts enhancements to students in the district. It is funded by The Foundation for the Public Schools of the Tarrytowns.
The Physical Education Department is looking forward to continuing this program in the upcoming academic year.
For further information, please contact Kelly Kutch, Health/Physical Education Developer, at 914-332-6301.
June 20, 2007
SLEEPY HOLLOW HIGH SCHOOL ANNOUNCES
THE RELEASE OF THE 2007 DIGITAL YEARBOOK
Mrs. Carol Conklin, Principal of Sleepy Hollow High School, is pleased to announce the release of the 2007 Sleepy Hollow High School Digital Yearbook: DY07.
Over 100 multimedia students worked together as a team to create this year’s digital yearbook. It is the seventh Digital Yearbook produced at Sleepy Hollow. The DVD plays for two and one half hours and contains 49 videos. The Digital Yearbook premiered at the Senior Breakfast on Monday, June 11th.
Seniors and members of the Digital Yearbook Production Team received a copy of the yearbook DVD for free. Others, who are interested in purchasing a copy of the DVD may do so for $5, which covers the cost of production.
The Multimedia Production classes worked on creating the digital yearbook under the direction of Tom Mormile, a member of the Sleepy Hollow High School faculty. Mr. Mormile was also responsible for producing the high school’s own flash video website www.sleepyhollowhits.com, which was recognized as an Adobe Site of the Day. The community can view a Trailer for DY7 on the homepage (www.sleepyhollowhits.com) as well as the latest Digital News Report, which features clips on the subjects of senior messages, teacher retirements and the junior dinner. There have also been updates on high school sports and the on-going construction. Students have continued to work on videos to post to the web during the last week of school.
The Multimedia students used state of the art technology and high end software to create both the digital yearbook and the clips that can be accessed through the website. The programs used included Dreamweaver 8, Flash 8, Adobe Premier Pro 2.0, Adobe After Effects Pro 7.0, Adobe Photoshop CS2, Audition, Encore and Bridge.
The Sleepy Hollow multimedia students would like to thank Mrs. Carol Conklin, The Foundation for the Public Schools of the Tarrytowns, Mr. John Krouskoff, Director of Technology for the District, and Dr. Howard Smith, Superintendent of Schools, for making the website and DVD possible.
For further information, please contact Carol Conklin, Principal, at 914-631-8838 or Tom Mormile, Faculty Advisor for the Digital Yearbook at tmormile@tufsd.org.
June 20, 2007
SLEEPY HOLLOW HIGH SCHOOL MODEL UN CLUB MEMBERS
PARTICIPATE IN THEIR SECOND FIGHT FOR HUNGER WALK
Sleepy Hollow High School Principal Carol Conklin is pleased to announce that members of the high school’s Model United Nations Club participated in their second Fight Hunger: Walk the World in New York City. On Sunday, May 13th, five members of the club and their advisor, Claire Heskestad, put aside their Mothers’ Day festivities long enough to lend their support to the fight against hunger, a worldwide event supported by the World Food Programme of the United Nations, whose headquarters is located in Rome, Italy. Almost one million people were expected to walk from Auckland, New Zealand to Western Samoa during the 24 hour period. In addition to everyday concerned citizens, walkers included several heads of state. All worked to bring attention to the goal of eradicating hunger around the world by the year 2015, which is one of the Millennial Goals of the United Nations. This was the fourth consecutive year that the EFP promoted the event.
Walkers of all ages met at the Irish Hunger Memorial located in Battery Park. After a welcome by the walk sponsor, the TNT Television Network, representatives of the WFP gave a pep talk and reminded participants that a child dies every five seconds of hunger or hunger related causes. Following the walk’s banner, walkers enjoyed a cool sunny walk south along the Hudson River, taking in magnificent views of Ellis Island and the Statue of Liberty. They then looped back to the departure point, covering a distance of about three miles.
“As a parent and an educator, I feel very appreciative when young people are so eager to participate in worldwide events to improve the future of all children, especially when that takes time away from their own family celebrations,” Mrs. Heskestad commented about the experience. When told of the students’ participation in the walk, Mrs. Conklin stated, “What a wonderful affirmation of our students’ commitment to making this world a better place for generations to come.” But Leah Morales and Dara Brennan best summed up the day by stating, “It’s really great to go every year, because you get to connect with other people who care about the same issues.” Eva Kramer, who joined the walk for the first time added, “It was a really exciting experience and it was satisfying to walk for such a globally worthy cause.”
The Model UN Club encourages high school students to understand the way the United Nations functions and its continuous involvement around the world since its founding in 1945. This year, club members attended the four day Harvard Model UN Conference in Boston last December, where they represented the Dominican Republic in a variety of committees, thanks to generous funding from the Foundation of the Public Schools of the Tarrytowns. Members also participated in a conference at UN headquarters in March sponsored by the UNA-USA, where the role of the new UN Secretary General Ban Ki-moon was defined and topics of Peace Keeping and Peace Building were debated by members of the diplomatic corps.
For further information, please contact Claire Heskestad at 914-631-8838 ext. 2166.
May 23, 2007
SLEEPY HOLLOW HIGH SCHOOL ANNOUNCES
THE FOURTH ANNUAL JAZZ IN THE PARK
The Jazz Program of the Public Schools of the Tarrytowns is pleased to announce the return of Jazz in the Park. Once again, band ensembles representing elementary, middle and high school students will perform outdoors for the community. Jazz in the Park will be held in Pierson Park on Wednesday, June 6th starting at 6pm. The evening will include performances by the Washington Irving Elementary School Stage Band, the Sleepy Hollow Jazz Lab and the Sleepy Hollow Jazz Band.
The Sleepy Hollow Jazz Band has had an outstanding year. The band took first place at the Music in the Parks Festival in Williamsburg, Virginia and Second Place overall at the Third Annual Sleepy Hollow Jazz Festival, which was held at the Tarrytown Music Hall. Benjamin Gold, a senior trombone player, was recognized as the Best High School Soloist at the Williamsburg Festival. The Jazz Band has also had the good fortune to work with pianist Pete Malinverni as an artist-in-residence.
So, bring your lawn chairs or a blanket to Pierson Park to enjoy a light meal, the beautiful weather and some excellent music as the students showcase their talents. Food will be available for purchase from Tony’s Pizzeria and Main Street Sweets. We look forward to seeing you there.
For further information, please contact Micah Sprague at 914-332-6223 or at msprague@tufsd.org.
May 23, 2007
SLEEPY HOLLOW HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS SELECTED
FOR HISPANIC YOUTH LEADERSHIP INSTITUTE
Sleepy Hollow High School Principal Carol Conklin is pleased to announce that high school senior JUAN RODRIGUEZ and high school junior EMILY SANTANA were selected, respectively, as a delegate and an alternate to this year’s Angelo Del Toro Puerto Rican Hispanic Youth Leadership Institute (HYLI). Twelve delegates and three alternates were selected from the local region. Juan and Emily attended a formal delegate orientation at Fordham University’s Tarrytown campus on Thursday, April 12th as well as a final orientation session on April 25th. The Youth Leadership Institute was held in Albany from Saturday, April 28th through Monday, April 30th.
The Selection Committee reviewed a total of 39 application packets from high schools in the region. Members of the committee observed applicants at training events as well as read their submissions, evaluated their essays and read teacher recommendations. Students were selected for their excellent knowledge, poise and demeanor during the process.
Upon learning of two high school students being selected, Mrs. Conklin stated that “We were thrilled to have two of our students selected to participate in this fine leadership program. Both Emily and Juan are dedicated students who work hard and achieve in this forum and in so many other ways. They have represented our school community with distinction. We are very proud of them.” The administration, faculty and staff congratulate Juan and Emily on their selection.
For further information, please contact Leticia Andujar, Guidance Counselor, at 914-631-6210.
May 4, 2007
SLEEPY HOLLOW HIGH SCHOOL STUDENT HONORED BY CIBA
FOR EXCELLENCE IN SCIENCE RESEARCH
Sleepy Hollow High School Principal Carol Conklin is pleased to announce that high school senior ERIC ROSS will be honored by Ciba Specialty Chemicals Foundation as part of their 2007 High School Science Awards Program. Eric will be recognized at a reception on Tuesday, May 15th at Ciba Specialty Chemicals Corporate Headquarters in Tarrytown.
When told of the award, Mrs. Conklin stated, “Eric is the perfect student to receive this recognition. Bright and inquisitive, he has demonstrated perseverance and excellence in this project. Eric has the kind of talent that corporations like Ciba are eager to nurture, and I have no doubt we’ll be hearing about many more achievements in years to come. He has a wonderful future ahead of him!” Eric’s science research teacher Mrs. Janet Longo-Abinanti added, “Eric is an amazing student. I am happy to have had the opportunity to work with him in science research.” The administration, faculty and staff of Sleepy Hollow congratulate Eric on this recognition.
For further information, please contact Janet Longo-Abinanti, Science Research Teacher at 914-332-6226.
May 4, 2007
SLEEPY HOLLOW HIGH SCHOOL STUDENT HONORED BY
THE BOYS AND GIRLS CLUBS OF NORTHERN WESTCHESTER
Sleepy Hollow High School Principal Carol Conklin is pleased to announce that high school junior MELISSA MELENDEZ has been named Boys & Girls Clubs of Northern Westchester’s Youth of the Year for 2007. Melissa competed against other Boys & Girls Clubs for the New York State Youth of the Year title on April 16th, 17th & 18th in Albany.
The Youth of the Year program is sponsored by the Reader’s Digest Association, Inc. and is administered by the Boys and Girls Clubs of America. This national scholarship program recognizes superior leadership skills, academic achievement, and outstanding service to the Boys and Girls Club, to the community and to one’s family.
Barbara E. Cutri, Director of Operations for the Northern Westchester Club, stated that “Melissa is a shining example of the positive impact the Boys and Girls Club has on the lives of young people.” Mrs. Conklin added, “Melissa is most deserving of this honor. She has extended way beyond our community service requirement to make a real difference in her hometown. We are very proud of her.” Melissa’s guidance counselor, Leticia Andujar, shared, “It is an honor to have a student from Sleepy Hollow High School receive this recognition. Melissa is a wonderful student who is very caring and considerate towards her peers. There is no doubt in my mind that Melissa is worthy of this award.”
For further information, please contact Leticia Andujar at 914-332-6210.
May 4, 2007
SLEEPY HOLLOW HIGH SCHOOL FILM II CLASS
HONORED AT FILM FESTIVAL
Sleepy Hollow High School Principal Carol Conklin is pleased to announce that the high school’s Film II class movie Ace Hendrix: You Only Die Once was selected to be screened at the 5th annual Hendrick Hudson Film Festival last Friday, April 27th. Ace Hendrix was one of fifteen films, selected from sixty, to be screened at the festival. This student film festival was held at Hendrick Hudson High School in Montrose. The film was nominated in the categories of comedy, direction, performance and screenplay, and high school senior CAREY ROBINSON received the award for Best Individual Performance.
The Film II class worked an entire semester on this short film project. In Film I, they learned director’s styles and filmmaking techniques through the analysis of contemporary films. In Film II, they got to put it all into practice. Using miniDV cameras and Apple Final Cut Pro for editing, the students worked the entire semester to bring this film to life. The students in the Film II class, which was taught by David DiLeo, a teacher in the performing arts department, included Jasmine Brumley-Taub, John Campbell, Matthew Cuellar, Michael Praino, Carey Robinson and David Wu. These students brainstormed, wrote the script, directed, filmed, acted in, and edited the movie. They also created an original soundtrack using Apple GarageBand. Nick Carraro, Emili Feigelson and Taylor Zolbe donated time, during their free periods, to serve as additional actors. The film itself was 15 minutes long with the basic storyline of a washed up detective named Ace Hendrix, who was assigned to investigate when a student from a local high school goes missing.
Both the students and Mr. DiLeo had an incredible time seeing what other schools had done in similar films and many of the students said that it was “just great” to see their film on a big screen in front of a live audience. Mr. DiLeo added, “It has never been so easy to see that my students are learning what I am teaching them. Everything I taught them, they gave back in the film. It was all the assessment I needed.” Similarly, senior John Campbell stated “Seeing the film on a big screen in front of an audience was better than any award the film could have received.” Carey Robinson stated “Film II was an awesome opportunity to see what really goes into the making of a film. We were able to learn how the film industry works by actually doing it ourselves and having fun at the same time.” Mrs. Conklin stated, “We are very proud of these students’ achievements on their maiden voyage into filmmaking. I can’t wait to see what they will come up with next.” All at Sleepy Hollow look forward to viewing the future films produced by the Film I and II classes.
Ace Hendrix: You Only Die Once can be viewed on Sleepy Hollow Hits via the internet at www.sleepyhollowhits.com.
For further information, please contact David DiLeo at 914-332-6223.
May 4, 2007
SLEEPY HOLLOW HIGH SCHOOL JUNIOR EDDY BARRIZONTE
IS A FINALIST FOR THE NEW YORK CITY GOLDEN GLOVES
Sleepy Hollow High School junior EDDY BARRIZONTE will be competing in the Golden Glove boxing finals on April 19th and 20th at Madison Square Garden in New York City. Eddie has boxed his way to the finals of the competition and will compete in the championship for the 112 lb class. Upon learning of Eddy’s achievement, Charles Scarpulla, Athletic Director at the high school, stated, “Everyone in the Sleepy Hollow athletic community is thrilled and so very proud of Eddie’s accomplishments. His success is great for our students to see. Eddie is a champion no matter what happen at Madison Square Garden due to his personal motivation, his persistence and his continual strong work ethic, all of which has helped him to accomplish his goal.” Principal Carol Conklin added “We are thrilled by Eddie’s achievements and the fact that he will represent our school, and the larger community, in such a recognized athletic competition. No matter the outcome, he will continue to make us proud.” The administration, faculty and staff congratulate Eddy on his achievement and wish him the best of luck.
For further information, please contact Chuck Scarpulla, at 914-631-3664.
April 20, 2007
SLEEPY HOLLOW HIGH SCHOOL ANNOUNCES SCIENCE
RESEARCH AWARD RECIPIENTS
Carol Conklin, Principal of Sleepy Hollow High School, is pleased to announce that members of the Sleepy Hollow High School Science Research course were recognized for their excellence in the field of science research. The students were recognized as follows:
Jenny Aguilar took 2nd place at the Upstate Junior Science and Humanities Symposium on Monday, March 26th in the area of Biology/Medicine. Jenny is a WESEF finalist and she will be going to the Intel ISEF in New Mexico in May.
Gabriel Plano became a Finalist at the New York State Science and Engineering Fair at New York City’s Columbia University on Tuesday, March 27th. He will also be competing at the Intel ISEF (International Science and Engineering Fair) in New Mexico in May.
Chelsea Schoen and Rosa Bauer-Moshi took 2nd place in the team category at the New York State Science and Engineering Fair and are alternates to the Intel ISEF competition.
Sleepy Hollow High School’s Science Research Program is a three year program offered to high school students who are interested in studying a particular area of science firsthand. It allows students the time and flexibility to deeply explore an area of personal interest in scientific fields. Science Research, an elective course offered through the Science Department, started eight years ago in the fall of 1997. It provides students with the excellent opportunity to develop their research, writing and presentation skills.
When told of Sleepy Hollow’s continued success, Mrs. Conklin stated, “Our students’ work is impressive. The ability to envision, design, implement and assess a research project is an invaluable experience that will serve them well. We are very proud of our record of success.” Mrs. Janet Longo-Abinanti, the Science Research teacher, added, “I am extremely honored to be able to work with these gifted students and congratulate them on their successes.” The administration, faculty and staff of Sleepy Hollow High School are extremely proud of these students and are pleased that their hard work and preparation continues to be recognized.
For further information, please contact Janet Longo-Abinanti, Science Research Teacher at 914-332-6226.
April 20, 2007
ARTS CAREER DAY AT SLEEPY HOLLOW HIGH SCHOOL
On Monday, March 26, 2007, Sleepy Hollow High School students interested in pursuing careers in the visual arts had the opportunity to participate in the 2nd annual Art Career Day. Eighty students participated in a variety of workshops that allowed them to work with established artists who represented the fields of web animation, pop art, fashion, visual literacy-learning to see, careers in museums and art education.
Students began the day with a panel discussion where the visiting artists discussed their art and how their careers developed, which was followed by a question and answer session between the artists and students. Students then spent the remaining periods of the school day in “hands-on” workshops where they worked closely with the artists in the artists’ fields of expertise; these students had previously selected workshops that reflected their personal art interests. This year’s workshops included: Careers in Art and Museum Education with Professor Randy Williams of Manhattanville College and The Metropolitan Museum of Art; Fashion Design with Maria Minnichello, an Artist and Educator; Pop Art T-Shirts: Creating and Selling Your Art with Lisa Grubb, an Artist, Gallery Owner and Children’s Book Illustrator; Web Animation and Cartooning with Lee Corey a Cartoonist, Animator and Adjunct Professor at Pratt Institute; and On Location Photography with Matt Hudson, a Photographer.
Visual Arts Career Awareness Day began in January 2006, with over seventy art students at Sleepy Hollow High School participating. Five professional, working artists conducted a morning forum and afternoon workshop to help inspire students by exposing them to varied career possibilities in the visual arts. The event was conceived by Sleepy Hollow High School art teacher Angela Langston, and was organized by the Sleepy Hollow Middle and High School art teachers. It was funded through a grant from The Foundation for the Public Schools of the Tarrytowns. A major objective of the event was to help students attain a better understanding of the vital role the visual arts play in their daily lives. It was hoped that the students would see that in the contemporary world within which they live, and with advances in technology, that the role of the artist will only increase in the future. The art teachers also hoped that the students would realize that what surrounds them, and is not part of the natural world, is the product of an artist’s ideas and designs. These teachers inaugurated Visual Arts Career Awareness because they felt it was their responsibility to inform and prepare students for the diverse and exciting opportunities that lie ahead for visual communicators.
When asked about the importance of Visual Arts Career Day, Principal Carol Conklin stated, “We enjoy having working artists visit, as they are an inspiration to our students, encouraging them to pursue their talents and explore varied and rewarding career paths.” Ms. Langston added, “This is a unique opportunity for the students to experience something outside of their normal realm. The day is designed to emulate what it would be like to be a college Art major and to further open up their eyes to life as a working artist. I feel fortunate to be teaching in a district that believes in the importance of the Arts and supports their students in this way.” When asked to share their thoughts about the day, student attendees spoke positively about the experience. Sophomore Nicole London, who enrolled in the Pop Art
T-Shirt Workshop stated “Participation in Visual Arts Career Day gave me a better understanding of what goes into making art and being an artist.” Fashion Workshop attendee Vanessa Orellana added, “I learned that you can make art your career and a way of life,” while Mike Cusak, who was enrolled in the On Location Photography Workshop said, “I learned about what elements to look for when composing a photograph and to be less hesitant when taking a photograph.” Visual Arts Career Day provided the opportunity for students and artists to work together, showing the students the numerous opportunities that await them upon completion of their high school education.
For further information, please contact Angela Langston at alangston@tufsd.org
April 20, 2007
PRESS RELEASE
SLEEPY HOLLOW HIGH SCHOOL ANNOUNCES SCIENCE
RESEARCH AWARD RECIPIENTS
Carol Conklin, Principal of Sleepy Hollow High School, is pleased to announce that members of the Sleepy Hollow High School Science Research course received numerous awards and prizes at this weekend’s Westchester Science and Engineering Fair. The WESEF took place at the Briarcliff Campus of Pace University on Saturday, March 17, 2007. This exceptional group of Sleepy Hollow High School students were recognized as follows:
Jenny Aguilar is a WESEF Finalist and will present at the Intel-ISEF Fair in New Mexico in May 2007. She earned 2nd place in the Biochemistry section. She also earned the Excellence in Neurobiology Research award from Psychogenics Pharmaceuticals and the Intel Society for Optical Engineering Award for the best projects using optical microscopes.
Daniel Capo earned 3rd place in the Engineering section. He also earned the ASM International Foundation Award for Excellence in research involving materials science, the Herbert Hoover Presidential Library Association Award for excellence in communication skills in engineering and the National Society of Professional Engineers Award for outstanding projects in engineering.
Gabriel Plano earned 3rd place in the Engineering section. He also earned the ASM International Foundation Award for excellence in research involving materials science, the RIOCH Sustainable Energy Award and the US Air Force Award for Excellence in Science Research.
Eric Ross earned the Ciba Specialty Chemicals Award for excellence in science research.
Chelsea Schoen and Rosa Bauer-Moshi earned the Entergy Research Award for excellence in advanced research and high quality presentations and the Visual Impact Award for best visual representation of a research project.
John Bonanno earned the Society for In-Vitro Biology Award for excellent research in Cell Biology.
Jesse Humm earned the Ciba Specialty Chemicals Award for excellence in science research and the US Air Force Award for excellence in science research.
Sleepy Hollow High School’s Science Research Program is a three year program offered to high school students who are interested in studying a particular area of science firsthand. It allows students the time and flexibility to deeply explore an area of personal interest in scientific fields. Science Research, an elective course offered through the Science Department, started eight years ago in the fall of 1997. It provides students with the excellent opportunity to develop their research, writing and presentation skills.
When told of Sleepy Hollow’s success, Mrs. Conklin stated, “Students learn invaluable lessons about project development that will serve them well for a lifetime through the breadth and depth of this self-directed learning process.” Mrs. Janet Longo-Abinanti, the Science Research teacher, shared, “I am extremely proud of the work done by these students and I congratulate each of them on their success.” The administration, faculty and staff of Sleepy Hollow High School are extremely proud of these students and are pleased that their hard work and preparation was recognized.
For further information, please contact Janet Longo-Abinanti, Science Research Teacher at 914-332-6226.
March 21, 2007
PRESS RELEASE
SLEEPY HOLLOW HIGH SCHOOL GRADUATE
EARNS ALL-AMERICAN HONORS IN INDOOR TRACK AND FIELD
Sleepy Hollow High School graduate TORREY PRICE earned All-American honors, on Saturday, March 10, 2007, at the 2007 Men’s and Women’s NCAA Division II Indoor Track and Field Championships. Price is a member of the Class of 2005 and is currently a sophomore at Stonehill College in Easton, Massachusetts. Price and teammate Keith Gill are the first individuals in the school’s history to earn the distinction of All-American. Price placed 6th in the 60 meter with a mark of 6.84 seconds. While at Sleepy Hollow High School, Price earned athletic distinction as a member of both the track and field and football teams. When told of Price’s achievement, his high school track and field coach, Paul Gersfield, stated “I am extremely proud of Torrey, but not surprised. He is a phenomenal athlete who has just begun his track career. There will be more accolades to come.” The Faculty, Administration and Staff of Sleepy Hollow High School congratulate Torrey on his achievement and wish him well in his future athletic competitions.
Additional information about the NCAA Division II Indoor Track and Field Championships can be accessed at http://www.stonehillskyhawks.com/sports/track/index.
March 19, 2007
PRESS RELEASE
LOCAL 2007 NATIONAL MERIT SCHOLARSHIP FINALISTS NAMED
Carol Conklin, Principal of Sleepy Hollow High School, announced today that Emily A. Feigelson, Benjamin P. Gold and Gabriel J. Plano have been named National Merit Scholarship Finalists in the 52nd annual National Merit Scholarship Program competition. These academically talented high school seniors have an opportunity to continue in the competition for some 8,200 Merit Scholarship awards, worth $33 million, that will be offered this spring.
More than 1.4 million juniors in nearly 21,000 high schools entered the 2007 National Merit Program by taking the 2005 Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test (PSAT/NMSQT), which serves as an initial screen of program entrants. To become a finalist, each qualifying student must have an outstanding academic record throughout high school, be endorsed and recommended by the school principal, and earn SAT scores that confirm the student’s earlier qualifying test performance. All finalists have previously submitted a detailed scholarship application, which includes the student’s self-descriptive essay and information about the student’s participation and leadership in school and community activities. Merit Scholar designees are selected on the basis of their skills, accomplishments, and potential for success in rigorous college studies, without regard to gender, race, ethnic origin, or religious preference.
Mrs. Conklin stated, “Congratulations to these exemplary scholars for their outstanding performance. In addition to being strong academically, each of these young people is personable and multi-talented. We are very proud of their stellar record of success.”
For further information, please contact Cheryl Greene, Assistant Principal for Pupil Services at 914-332-6209.
March 19, 2007
PRESS RELEASE
SLEEPY HOLLOW HIGH SCHOOL GRADUATE
EARNS ALL-AMERICAN HONORS IN INDOOR TRACK AND FIELD
Sleepy Hollow High School graduate TORREY PRICE earned All-American honors, on Saturday, March 10, 2007, at the 2007 Men’s and Women’s NCAA Division II Indoor Track and Field Championships. Price is a member of the Class of 2005 and is currently a sophomore at Stonehill College in Easton, Massachusetts. Price and teammate Keith Gill are the first individuals in the school’s history to earn the distinction of All-American. Price placed 6th in the 60 meter with a mark of 6.84 seconds. While at Sleepy Hollow High School, Price earned athletic distinction as a member of both the track and field and football teams. When told of Price’s achievement, his high school track and field coach, Paul Gersfield, stated “I am extremely proud of Torrey, but not surprised. He is a phenomenal athlete who has just begun his track career. There will be more accolades to come.” The Faculty, Administration and Staff of Sleepy Hollow High School congratulate Torrey on his achievement and wish him well in his future athletic competitions.
Additional information about the NCAA Division II Indoor Track and Field Championships can be accessed at http://www.stonehillskyhawks.com/sports/track/index.
March 19, 2007
PRESS RELEASE
LOCAL 2007 NATIONAL MERIT SCHOLARSHIP FINALISTS NAMED
Carol Conklin, Principal of Sleepy Hollow High School, announced today that Emily A. Feigelson, Benjamin P. Gold and Gabriel J. Plano have been named National Merit Scholarship Finalists in the 52nd annual National Merit Scholarship Program competition. These academically talented high school seniors have an opportunity to continue in the competition for some 8,200 Merit Scholarship awards, worth $33 million, that will be offered this spring.
More than 1.4 million juniors in nearly 21,000 high schools entered the 2007 National Merit Program by taking the 2005 Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test (PSAT/NMSQT), which serves as an initial screen of program entrants. To become a finalist, each qualifying student must have an outstanding academic record throughout high school, be endorsed and recommended by the school principal, and earn SAT scores that confirm the student’s earlier qualifying test performance. All finalists have previously submitted a detailed scholarship application, which includes the student’s self-descriptive essay and information about the student’s participation and leadership in school and community activities. Merit Scholar designees are selected on the basis of their skills, accomplishments, and potential for success in rigorous college studies, without regard to gender, race, ethnic origin, or religious preference.
Mrs. Conklin stated, “Congratulations to these exemplary scholars for their outstanding performance. In addition to being strong academically, each of these young people is personable and multi-talented. We are very proud of their stellar record of success.”
For further information, please contact Cheryl Greene, Assistant Principal for Pupil Services at 914-332-6209.
March 19, 2007
PRESS RELEASE
SLEEPY HOLLOW HIGH SCHOOL GRADUATE
EARNS ALL-AMERICAN HONORS IN INDOOR TRACK AND FIELD
Sleepy Hollow High School graduate TORREY PRICE earned All-American honors, on Saturday, March 10, 2007, at the 2007 Men’s and Women’s NCAA Division II Indoor Track and Field Championships. Price is a member of the Class of 2005 and is currently a sophomore at Stonehill College in Easton, Massachusetts. Price and teammate Keith Gill are the first individuals in the school’s history to earn the distinction of All-American. Price placed 6th in the 60 meter with a mark of 6.84 seconds. While at Sleepy Hollow High School, Price earned athletic distinction as a member of both the track and field and football teams. When told of Price’s achievement, his high school track and field coach, Paul Gersfield, stated “I am extremely proud of Torrey, but not surprised. He is a phenomenal athlete who has just begun his track career. There will be more accolades to come.” The Faculty, Administration and Staff of Sleepy Hollow High School congratulate Torrey on his achievement and wish him well in his future athletic competitions.
Additional information about the NCAA Division II Indoor Track and Field Championships can be accessed at http://www.stonehillskyhawks.com/sports/track/index.
March 19, 2007
