Congratulations to all of our seniors who received scholarships and awards at our annual ceremony in the High School’s courtyard. We are so proud! Please see the list of recipients below, or you can download the a copy of the ceremony’s program here.
(Felicitaciones a todos nuestros estudiantes de último año que recibieron becas y premios en nuestra ceremonia anual en el patio de la escuela secundaria. ¡Estamos tan orgullosos! Consulte la lista de destinatarios a continuación, o puede descargar una copia del programa de la ceremonia aquí.)
SCHOLARSHIPS & AWARDS 2023
Clarence & Stacia M. Losewicz-Whiteman Scholarship
Capital District Masonic Charities Corporation
This scholarship is presented to members of the Class of 2023 who have demonstrated effort and promise of future success.
Recipients: Madison Bishop, Rebekah Grace, Mirian Gomez, Bailee Drummond, Courtney Loucks, and Kathryn Ogden
Rider Citizenship Award
Hope Chapel
This award is presented to two seniors who have exemplified the Rider spirit and made the school a better place. Recipients: Jonathan Hesler and Hayle Profera
Jeff Lovell Memorial Scholarship
TEMPO
This scholarship is awarded to students who will be majoring in Music or the Performing Arts. In loving memory of Class of 1999 Alumnus George Jeffrey Lovell, an active member of the music department, theater, and stage crew at Ichabod Crane High School.
Recipients: Margaret Grace, Courtney Loucks, and Alyssa Seger
Vivian & Samuel Williams Memorial Scholarship
The Williams Family/Wil-Roc Farms
This scholarship is awarded to a senior who will be pursuing a degree in agriculture, with preference to a student pursuing the dairy field, specifically. If no student has chosen to study agriculture, then a student whose family is involved in agriculture is eligible.
Recipient: Stephanie Navarro
Ichabod Crane Teachers’ Association Scholarship
Ichabod Crane Teachers’ Association
These scholarships are to be presented to deserving students over a period of four years. In order to qualify, the students must have shown a commitment to academics throughout their high school careers. Presented to Ichabod Crane High School seniors who plan to attend college, become a future educator, shown exemplary fortitude in their high school career, or is a deserving dependent of an ICTA member.
Recipients: Fortitude- Stephanie Navarro; College- Olivia Gibeault; Educators- Gianna Sandagato; ICTA Member dependent- Darren Moon
Teacher of Tomorrow Scholarship
Susan Fusco Jermain
This scholarship is presented to a senior who will be pursuing a career as a teacher. This scholarship is presented in honor of Muriel and Frank Fusco.
Recipient: Gianna Sandagato
Jackie Davis Memorial Scholarship
Ichabod Crane Teachers’ Association
This scholarship is presented to a boy or girl who has exhibited the following qualities in high school: a sense of humor, loyalty to the school, a pleasing personality, and commitment to academics.
Recipient: Ryan McGuirk
Dana V. Flax Award
Friends & Family of Dana Flax
This award is presented to a student who demonstrates a strong sense of individuality, openness to learning, and a sense of humor.
Recipient: Krzysztof Swieton
Ichabod Crane English Department Award
Ichabod Crane High School English Department
This award is given to a student who shows outstanding ability, achievement, and dedication to the study of English. Recipient: Catherine Farley
James & Mildred Brignull Memorial Scholarship
Grandchildren of James & Mildred Brignull
The recipient of this scholarship exemplifies an all-around good student, with a sincere interest in helping others and his/her community. This student must have a positive attitude and outlook on life and be known for his/her “cheery disposition.”
Recipient: Madeleine Kelley
Ichabod Crane Retired Teachers’ Memorial Scholarship
Ichabod Crane Retired Teachers
This scholarship is presented to a graduating senior pursuing a career in education.
Recipient: Catherine Farley
SALA Latina/International Student Organization Award
SALA Latina / International Student Organization of Ichabod Crane High School
This award is given to an outstanding senior member(s) of SALA Latina/International Student Organization who has demonstrated leadership in, and a commitment to, the Latino and International community.
Recipient: Jennifer Flores
Fausto Gomez SALA Scholarship
The Fausto Gomez SALA Scholarships are awarded in loving memory of Fausto Gomez by Eduardo, Heriberto, Yulissa and Larissa Gomez.
Recipients: Mirian Gomez and Diana Meza
Ichabod Crane Trade School Memorial Scholarship
Ichabod Crane Trade School Memorial Scholarship Fund
Awarded to a graduating senior who either intends to enter directly into the workforce using his/her career technical training, or continue his/her technical training after graduation. Alternatively, the scholarship may be used to purchase tools or equipment necessary to enter the trade. Given in memory of departed IC Trade School alumni. Recipients: Benjamin Vecellio and Hannah Schermerhorn
Jerry B. Gould Memorial Scholarship
Ichabod Crane Riders Booster Club
This scholarship is presented to graduating seniors who were active participants in the Ichabod Crane Varsity Basketball program. These students must have demonstrated positive qualities of enthusiasm, team spirit, sportsmanship, cooperation, and must be formally accepted at a post-secondary school.
Recipients: Alexa Barkley, Jason Borrelli, Nathan Garafalo, and Alex Schmidt
Booster Club Scholarship
Ichabod Crane Riders Booster Club
This scholarship is presented to seniors who have participated in sports and demonstrate the positive qualities of enthusiasm, team spirit, sportsmanship, and cooperation.
Recipients: Ashley Ames, Nathan Garafalo, Gianna Sandagato, and Benjamin Vecellio
Ichabod Crane (PiCC) Mathematics Award
Ichabod Crane High School Mathematics Department
This award is given to students who show a love and desire for learning math.
Recipients: Colin Braswell, Rebekah Grace, and Krzysztof Swieton
Student Council Scholarship
Ichabod Crane High School Student Council
This scholarship is awarded to hardworking and dedicated members of the Student Council.
Recipients: Jason Borrelli, Oliver Deleissegues, and Zoe Geiger
Columbia Greene Board of Realtors Scholarship
Columbia Greene Board of Realtors
Columbia Greene Board of Realtors awards college scholarships to deserving students in Columbia and Greene counties. In order to be considered, a student must be nominated by a member of the Board of Realtors and then complete an application. The Board of Realtors is proud to support the academic achievements of deserving students in Columbia and Greene counties.
Recipient: Hannah Schermerhorn
Walter & Marie Habeck Scholastic Excellence Scholarship
Family of Walter & Marie Habeck
This scholarship is presented to graduating seniors who have achieved the highest scholastic average, and intend to pursue a graduate degree in Engineering or a related field.
Recipients: Colin Braswell and Zoe Geiger
Citizenship Scholarship
Kinderhook Democratic Committee
This scholarship is presented to a student who has participated in student government, has accomplishments in community service activities, and good grades in social studies.
Recipient: Molly Clickman
Hudson Valley Community College Book Award
Hudson Valley Community College
This award is presented to a student who exemplifies hard work and individuality and who will be attending Hudson Valley Community College in the fall semester.
Recipient: Jasmine Amerling
Colonial Council Principal’s Award
Colonial Council Principals
This award is presented to a graduating senior boy and girl whose actions best exemplify positive leadership as recognized by the building principal.
Recipients: Ashley Ames and Jason Borrelli
Thomas R. Rowley Memorial Basketball Scholarship
Friends of Thomas R. Rowley
This scholarship is presented to a senior girl basketball player or a senior girl athlete.
Recipient: Delaney More
Greg Foster Memorial Scholarship
Family & Friends of Greg Foster
This scholarship is presented to a visually impaired senior, or if there is no one, to a senior with a physical impairment or a student approved by Greg’s family. The student is to be continuing their education in any field in any type of college. Recipient: Ryan McGuirk
Assured Partners Northeast Scholarship
Assured Partners Northeast, LLC
The recipient of this award is a senior who has demonstrated academic success, actively participated in extracurricular and community service activities, and is pursuing higher education in the field of business.
Recipient: Abigail Trinkle
Geraldine Schermerhorn Memorial Award
Family of Geraldine Schermerhorn
This award is given to students who value education, are responsible and hard working, and wish to continue their education.
Recipients: Jennifer Flores, Jonathan Hesler, and Diana Meza
Triple “C” Award
New York State Attorney General
This award is presented to students who have been recognized for their “Character, Courage and Commitment”, and who have shown a commitment to learning, to their community, and to their fellow classmates.
Recipients: Grey Elting and Jonathan Hesler
National Honor Society Award
Signum Laudis Chapter of ICHS
This award is given to members of the local chapter. Selection is based on the students who most exemplify the qualities of National Honor Society membership: scholarship, leadership, character, and service.
Recipient: Colin Braswell
Sharon Gaffney Memorial Scholarship
Family & Friends of Sharon Gaffney
This scholarship is presented to a student who is an avid and enthusiastic reader, is generous and a good listener, and has a concern for all living things, especially animals.
Recipient: Abigail Trinkle
Margaret Torre Plummer Memorial Scholarship
Family & Friends of Margaret Torre Plummer
This scholarship is presented to a graduating senior who has shown initiative throughout their high school years. Recipient: Ashlee Jefferson
Dr. Daniel Langan Memorial Scholarship
Knights of Columbus John J. Curran Council #7606
This scholarship is presented to a student who has demonstrated outstanding achievement in all academic areas. Recipient: Ashlee Jefferson
Our Community Cares Award
Our Community Cares, Inc.
This award is presented to seniors who plan to further their education in the human services field or enter the military service, or a student who is selfless in nature and volunteers their time in the community.
Recipients: Our Community Cares Community Service Award: Finley Waits
Our Community Cares Hometown Hero Award: Jeanne Blau
Outstanding Senior
Ichabod Crane High School Administrators
This award is presented to graduating seniors for their participation in extracurricular activities and community activities. Recipients: Diana Meza and Benjamin Vecellio
Mike Di Gioia Memorial Award
The Di Gioia Family
The award is presented to the student who holds the rank of third in the class.
Recipient: Colin Braswell
Lawrence E. Loucks Award
Ichabod Crane Teachers’ Association
This award is presented to a student possessing the qualities of Mr. Loucks: perseverance, hard work, and dedication to school. Recipient: Courtney Loucks
Willard C. Drumm Memorial Award
Columbia County Republican Committee
This award is presented to a student who is actively involved in the community.
Recipient: Ethan Phillips
Ichabod Crane Rider Artist Scholarship
Ichabod Crane High School Art Department & Laura Cannamela
Awarded to a graduating senior who has demonstrated hard work and dedication to the arts, and a positive attitude in the Art classroom. It is intended to support a student who plans to pursue a career in the Arts.
Recipient: Darren Moon
Senior Best Citizen Award
John W. McConnell Post #47 American Legion
Awarded to a student who possesses a strong academic record and positive citizenship qualities. Special consideration is given to a student who has a family member serving in the Armed Forces of the United States or is a Veteran. Selected by the High School faculty.
Recipient: Bailee Drummond
State of New York Office of the Comptroller Award
New York State Comptroller’s Office
This award is presented to a student who has shown academic excellence, and potential for leadership through activities that improve the school and/or community.
Recipient: Bailee Drummond
Allen J. Thomas, Jr. Memorial Scholarship
Community Bank, NA in Memory of Allen J. Thomas
This scholarship is presented to a senior who plans to continue his or her education in the field of business. Recipient: Kyra Stickles
Zander Hern Creativity Scholarship
Friends & Family of Zander Hern
This scholarship is presented to graduating seniors who possess a special spark of creativity, the promise of a new perspective, and a desire to contribute to a better, more peaceful world.
Recipients: Stephanie Navarro and Krzysztof Swieton
Assemblyman Scott Bendett Service in Action Award
NY Assemblyman of the 107th District- Scott Bendett
In recognition of students who demonstrate a sustained commitment to volunteering, and are actively serving their community with their time and talents.
Recipients: Jason Borrelli and Delaney More
Ichabod Crane Transportation Memorial Scholarship
Ichabod Crane Transportation Department
Awarded to a student who has shown average academic success. The student is an all-around good student with sincere interest to continue their education in the fall as a full-time matriculated student.
Recipient: Quentin Barton
Martin Van Buren Award
Friends of Lindenwald
This award is given to an outstanding history student.
Recipient: Colin Braswell
Val & Dolly Farinacci Memorial Scholarship
Beth Farinacci-Cotton
This scholarship is given in loving memory of a wonderful and extraordinary couple who gave so much of themselves to their family and their community.
Recipient: Nikolas Christian
Columbia County Farm Bureau Award
Columbia County Farm Bureau
This award is given to a student who will be furthering his or her education in the field of agriculture or related studies. Recipient: Jason Borrelli
Hudson River Bank & Trust Co. Foundation Citizenship Scholarship
Hudson River Bank & Trust Co. Foundation
This scholarship is presented to seniors who have demonstrated a high level of citizenship and community involvement throughout his or her high school career as evidenced by their participation in school, church, charity, civic organizations, or other community groups.
Recipients: Hayle Profera and Kryzstzof Swieton
Leverett F. Mansfield Memorial Award
Friends of Leverett Mansfield
This award is presented to a graduating senior who approaches each day with dignity, cheerfulness, and consideration of others. Recipient: Finley Waits
Kinderhook Elks “Teenager of the Year” Scholarship
Kinderhook Elks Lodge # 2530
This scholarship is presented to a student who is in good academic standing, is a good citizen, and is involved in school and community events.
Recipient: Dylan Colwell
Patricia A. Mac Dowell Award
Ichabod Crane High School Social Studies Department
This award is given to a student who personifies Ms. Mac Dowell’s great contributions of instilling awareness, tolerance, and understanding of cultural and ethnic differences.
Recipient: Krzystzof Swieton
Class of 2014 Memorial Scholarship
Ichabod Crane Class of 2014
This scholarship is given in fond remembrance of Loukas Gravlin, Sierra Mink, Zander Hern, & Seth Giammarco. Recipient: Diana Meza
Alice & Murray Giddings Foundation Award
Alice & Murray Giddings Foundation
This award is presented to a senior who possesses the following qualities: scholarship, citizenship, leadership, perseverance, resourcefulness, and patriotism.
Recipients: Hannah Schermerhorn through Questar III and Jonathan Hesler
Class of 2023 Scholarship
Ichabod Crane Class of 2023
This scholarship is chosen by the Senior Class Advisors and presented to a student who has contributed most to the class. Recipient: Jonathan Hesler
Joyce Gould Robinson Award
Ichabod Crane High School Social Studies Department
This award is to honor long-time Ichabod Crane High School Social Studies teacher Joyce Gould Robinson. This award is given to a student who best exemplifies the ideal that Ms. Gould Robinson lived by and instilled in her students, including a passion for U. S. History, a civic-minded spirit, and a drive to better the school and local community. Recipient: Nikolas Christian
Roberta Rose Award
Friends of Roberta Rose
Awarded to a college-bound senior selected by the friends of Roberta Rose, a special education teacher at Ichabod Crane for over 30 years. This student, like Roberta, demonstrates perseverance, compassion, a continual and contagious positive outlook, acceptance of all others and circumstances, and an ability to see things through “rose-colored glasses”. Recipient: Ashlee Jefferson
Christian Corradino Memorial Award
The Family of Christian Corradino
This award is presented to a graduating senior who has shown significant improvement in baseball. Recipient: Nathan Garafalo
Jean Roeck Award for Outstanding Achievement in Creative Writing
Ichabod Crane High School English Department
This award is presented to a student for outstanding achievement in creative writing.
Recipient: Catherine Farley
Stuyvesant Falls Volunteer Fire Company Scholarship
Stuyvesant Falls Volunteer Fire Company
This scholarship is presented to graduating seniors who have shown good academic achievement and community service. Recipient: Connor Strobel
Stuyvesant Falls Volunteer Fire Company Scholarship
Stuyvesant Falls Volunteer Fire Company Auxiliary
This scholarship is presented to graduating seniors who have shown good academic achievement and community service. Recipient: Colin Herber
Service Above Self Award
Tri-Village Rotary Club
The recipients are community minded in their school and home community. The Rotary interviews the applicants and selects the recipients.
Recipients: Colin Braswell and Hayle Profera
Ron Gabriel Memorial Scholarship
Ron Gabriel Memorial Scholarship Committee
In memory of Ichabod Crane graduate and long-time teacher and coach, Ron Gabriel, for senior athletes pursuing a degree in Education or Math/Finance.
Recipients: Ashley Ames and Paige Eitleman
Brad and Meredith Phillips Trades Initiative Scholarship
Brad and Meredith Phillips
This award is presented to a graduating senior who plans to pursue a continuing education program in the trades. Recipient: Brandon Meltz
The Ichabod Crane Technology Award
Ichabod Crane Technology Teachers
Given in Memory of Shop Teacher/Principal Lawrence E. Loucks, this award is presented to an individual who demonstrated leadership, character, and craftsmanship.
Recipient: Ethan Phillips
Knights of Pythias Achievement Award
Albany City Lodge #540 Knights of Pythias
This award is given in recognition of exemplary community and /or extracurricular service to community or school. Recipients: Jeanne Blau and Delaney More
Northern Columbia County Lions Club Scholarship
Northern Columbia County Lions Club
This scholarship is selected by the Lions Club, and is presented to a student who demonstrates scholarship and service to the community.
Recipient: Molly Clickman
Charles E. Cotsonas Memorial Scholarship
Family Members of Charles E. Cotsonas
This scholarship exists to honor the life of Charles E. Cotsonas and encourage those who are looking to pursue their secondary education. It is given to a senior who plans to attend a full-time accredited college, vocational training, or technical school.
Recipient: Hayle Profera
Nancy Taggart Memorial Scholarship
Stephanie and Richard Cotsonas
This scholarship exists to honor the life of Nancy Taggart and encourage those who share her love of animals and who plan to continue their education after high school.
Recipient: Abigail Trinkle
Fowler Root Scholarship
Riders Mills Historical Association
This award is chosen by the Riders Mills Historical Association, based on academic achievement and community involvement.
Recipients: Quentin Barton, Colin Braswell, and Hayle Profera
Ronald Reagan Leadership Medal
Ronald Reagan Presidential Foundation and Institute
This prestigious award is presented to graduating students who best exemplify the following characteristics: Drive, Humility, and Service Before Self. This award allows schools to recognize outstanding high school students whose drive, integrity, and citizenship qualities are emblematic of our nation’s 40th President.
Recipient: Hayle Profera
Columbia County Association of Town Superintendents’ Award
Columbia County Association of Town Superintendents
This award is presented to a student who intends to enter road maintenance, construction, civil engineering, public works, mechanics, or related fields. Community service is a consideration.
Recipient: Haylee Southcott
Dick Nelson Outdoor Sports Journalism Scholarship
Columbia County Sportsmen’s Federation
This scholarship recognizes an outstanding high school senior who has actively participated in outdoor sports, with a goal of becoming a sports writer with emphasis on outdoor sports, such as hunting and fishing. In honor of Dick Nelson for his dedication and his many years of steadfast commitment to outdoor sports journalism.
Recipient: Dylan Colwell
Dr. Subbarao Kunchala, M.D. Memorial Scholarship
The Family of Dr. Subbarao Kunchala, M.D.
This award recognizes a student pursuing a degree in science or the medical field.
Recipient: Olivia Gibeault
Republican Women’s Club of Columbia and Rensselaer Counties
This award is given to a female student who exhibits the Republican values of freedom, individualism, and patriotism. This is based on her attributes including but not limited to; service above self, a hard worker with a hustle drive, both inside and outside the classroom, always looking out for her fellow classmates with a desire to help others. Recipient: Haylee Southcott
Operation Unite Awards
Operation Unite, NY
This award is presented to graduating seniors who have shown outstanding academic achievement and have demonstrated service toward school and community.
Recipients: Community Service – Quentin Barton
Academic Excellence – Delaney More
ACES Determination Scholarship
COARC
This award is presented to a special education student based on academic achievement and personal recommendations. Recipient: Connor Ackerley
Kathelyn Caswell Memorial Scholarship
COARC
This award is presented to a student pursuing a college degree leading to a career relevant to work with the disabled. Recipient: Jadyn Cartwright
Dr. Luis A. Jacome Scholarship
The Family of Dr. Luis Jacome
This scholarship is presented to a graduating senior who possesses a passion for sports, health, and science. Recipient: Bailee Drummond
Emma M. Kirchhofer Scholarship
Berkshire Taconic Community Corporation
This scholarship is to promote and encourage a student who will actively develop their talents and education in a discipline in which they choose to pursue a college degree.
Recipient: D’Artagnan Tapler
Upstage Productions Senior Performing Arts Award
Upstage Productions, Inc.
The recipient of this award must have demonstrated an appreciation for the performing arts and displayed service toward school and community during their high school years. This award is intended for the student’s future endeavors in the performing arts.
Recipient: Haylee Southcott
Recognition of Student Liaisons
Ichabod Crane Central School District
Part of the superintendent’s initiative to increase communication with the student body has been the development of the Student Liaison Committee. Senior Student Liaisons will be recognized for their service.
Recipients: Jason Borrelli, Colin Braswell, Molly Clickman, Oliver Deleissegues, Annabella Rivero, Emma Scheitinger, Krzysztof Swieton, and Benjamin Vecellio
Recognition of Academic Excellence – Top Ten
Ichabod Crane Central School District
This award is presented to the students who have achieved the top ten cumulative averages.
Recipients: Colin Braswell, Bailee Drummond, Zoe Geiger, Olivia Gibeault, Jonathan Hesler, Elizabeth Holliday, Delaney More, Emma Scheitinger, Jack Sweeney, and Abigail Trinkle
Salutatorian Award
Jostens
Presented to the Salutatorian of the Class of 2023
Recipient: Abigail Trinkle
New York State Senate Salutatorian Award
New York State Senate
Presented to the Salutatorian of the Class of 2023
Recipient: Abigail Trinkle
Valedictorian Award
Jostens
Presented to the Valedictorian of the Class of 2023
Recipient: Elizabeth Holliday
New York State Senate Valedictorian Award
New York State Senate
Presented to the Valedictorian of the Class of 2023
Recipient: Elizabeth Holliday
Congratulations to the Class of 2023!!