Celebrating the Class of 2025 Senior Award Winners

Class of 2025 Top Ten

We are proud to recognize the top students of the GFHS Class of 2024. These students have demonstrated admirable self-discipline, dedication to learning, and unwavering commitment to academic success. Their contributions both within and outside our classrooms deserve high praise and we are honored to celebrate their achievements!We are proud to recognize the top students of the GFHS Class of 2024. These students have demonstrated admirable self-discipline, dedication to learning, and unwavering commitment to academic success. Their contributions both within and outside our classrooms deserve high praise and we are honored to celebrate their achievements!

Emma Canale is this year’s Valedictorian. She is the daughter of Gary and Katie Canale of Glens Falls. Emma is working towards an International Baccalaureate (IB) diploma, taking classes at Queensbury while participating in sports at Glens Falls and clubs at both schools. Emma is a member of the National Honor Society and the Tri-M Music Honor Society. She has played the violin for 8 years. Emma is the Secretary of the Glens Falls Senior Class and the Vice President of the Queensbury Math Club. She has been a member of the Glens Falls Varsity Swim Team for the past 4 years, serving as co-captain for the past 2 years. In the winter and spring sport seasons she has managed the GF Varsity Boys Swim Team and has played softball. Emma has also been a member of the Greater Glens Falls Flyers Swim Club for 6 years, serving as a captain and working part-time during the school year and summer as an assistant coach. In addition, she works part-time during the school year and full-time during the summer for the Town of Queensbury as a lifeguard and a swim lesson instructor. Emma will attend Clarkson University to study Biochemistry on a Physician Assistant track.

Ava Rowland is this year’s Salutatorian. She is the daughter of Michael and Kim Rowland. She has been a member of the International Action Club, Mock Trial, Math Team, and National Honor Society. She played the violin in Orchestra and participated in NYSSMA for six years. Ava played lacrosse throughout high school, and captained her junior and senior year on the varsity soccer team. She is an AP scholar, and received the Le Moyne Heights Award her junior year. Ava will attend Vassar College to study Chemistry and Spanish.

Parker Welch is ranked third in the class of 2025. She is the daughter of Pamela and Peter Welch. Parker is a four-year Varsity soccer player as well as an avid snowboarder and weight-lifter. During her junior and senior year, she has enjoyed volunteering with the National Honor Society, helping with fundraisers to aid the greater Glens Falls community; the Saratoga North-Country Continuum of Care Youth Action Board, working with professionals to analyze data and ensure appropriate resource allocation for homeless youth support services; Schoolhouse and College Board, tutoring high schoolers from around the world to prepare for the math portion of the SAT; and Putney Student Travel, visiting Morocco to teach children English and help a small community complete gardening and construction projects. Parker is also an AP Scholar, violinist, and Seal of Biliteracy Candidate. Outside of school, she enjoys working as a department supervisor at the Great Escape. In the fall, Parker will attend Amherst College to study Mathematics and Spanish.

Ava Larson is the daughter of Tim and Robin Larson of Glens Falls. She served as the Vice President of National Honor Society and was an active member of the International Action Club and Math Team. Throughout her four years of high school, Ava was a member of the soccer, basketball, and lacrosse teams, and she was named a Section 2 Scholar Athlete. She is an AP scholar and was accepted into the New Visions Health Program. Ava will be attending Saint Anselm College in the fall to study Health Sciences on a Physician Assistant track.

Norah Shaffer is the daughter of Stephanie Adriatico of Glens Falls and Daniel Shaffer of Saratoga Springs. She is not only passionate about her academics, but she also enjoys participating in a variety of extracurriculars. She’s been a Second Doubles Player for her Varsity Tennis team for three years, was a member of Book Club for two years, has been an active member of SoroptiMISS and the Math Team, where she placed 3rd individually Junior Year, and has been a part of the GFHS Theatre Ensemble throughout all of high school, their school winning “Best Musical” at the High School Musical Theatre Awards for three consecutive years. She’s also enjoyed volunteering with Key Club for two years, and is currently a member of the National Honor Society, where she engages in several volunteer activities. She’s been recognized as an AP Scholar, recipient of the Smith College Book Award, and a candidate of the NYS Seal of Biliteracy. Norah will attend SUNY Geneseo where she will study Adolescence Education with a concentration in Chemistry.

Tevyn Owira is the son of Ashleigh and Thomas Owira of Glens Falls. Throughout high school, Tevyn has been engaged in numerous activities. He has played varsity soccer and baseball as a scholar-athlete, and is serving his senior year as varsity baseball captain. Tevyn is the president of National Honor Society and was the president and co-founder of Physics Club as a junior. He also played clarinet in the symphonic band throughout high school and was a member of the Math team and Quiz team. Tevyn was a representative at the American Legion’s NYS Boys’ State in 2024. He’s also an AP Scholar and a recipient of the Rochester Institute of Technology Science and Math award. Tevyn will attend Cornell University in the fall to pursue a degree in mechanical engineering.

Natalie Frasier is the daughter of Richard Frasier and Sarah Haley. She was on the Varsity Field Hockey team for four years, and was the captain for 3. During this time, she was a three time first team all-star scholar athlete and a Section 2 all-state player. Her senior year, she enrolled in the BOCES New Visions Health Careers Exploration Program. She has been an active member of National Honor Society and was inducted into National Technical Honor Society her senior year. Throughout high school, she has participated in Book Club, Key Club, InterAct Club, SoroptiMiss, Social Justice Club, and Math Team. Natalie will attend Binghamton University in the fall to study Biochemistry on the Pre-Med track.

Luke Stevens is the son of Amy and John Stevens of Glens Falls. He was a member of the National Honor Society, Math Team, Pep Band, Newspaper Club, and a captain of the Quiz Team. He has been a four-year member of the varsity swim team and captained his senior year. He was chosen as a 2025 Foothills Council First Team All-Star swimmer in the 500 freestyle and 400 freestyle relay. Luke was the class Vice President along with being an Ex-Officio board member. He was the first chair clarinetist in the Symphonic Band and had participated in Area-All state his junior and senior years, a seven year participant of the NYSSMA music festival. He also played the tenor saxophone in the Jazz Ensemble. On the weekends, Luke works at Pizza Jerks in Glens Falls. Luke is an AP Scholar and was a recipient of the Rensselaer Medal Award his junior year. Luke will attend Cornell University this fall to study Food Science.

Caroline Lieberth is the daughter of Michael Lieberth and Joy Smith of Glens Falls. Throughout her high school career, Caroline has competed on the varsity swimming and diving team and the varsity lacrosse team for four years. As a sophomore, Caroline was an inaugural member of the Adirondack United Girls Varsity Ice Hockey team, with which she has won two NYSPHSAA State Championships, and three Regional Championships. Caroline has been an active member of the Adirondack Youth Hockey Association since elementary school, where she plays for the Adirondack Northstars Club Ice Hockey Team. At school, Caroline is an AP Scholar, and participates in the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme. She is also a member of the National Honor Society, and enjoys volunteering with the Glens Falls Key Club, Volunteer Service Club, and the Big Brothers Big Sisters Program. Outside of school, Caroline is an involved member of St. Mary’s parish. Caroline will attend Villanova University to study Psychology and Social Work.

Samantha Solari is the daughter of Frank and Renée Solari of Glens Falls. She is an active member of both her school’s and city’s communities, and enjoys participating in various volunteer activities and extracurriculars. She was a member of the Glens Falls High School Theatre Ensemble for three years, played on the Varsity Tennis team for two years, and earned the NYS Seal of Biliteracy in French her junior year. Samantha is also an active member of the National Honor Society, the Math Team, the High School Orchestra, and the Chamber Orchestra. She has played the cello for over eight years and hopes to play throughout college. Over the summer, she worked at the Cleverdale Country Store for four years and she began working at The Glen during her senior year. After high school, Samantha will attend Western New England University in the fall to study Biomedical Engineering.

Glens Falls High School 2024 Student Awards

President’s Award for Educational Excellence: Farwa Ali, Isabelle Aurelia, Jacob Barber, Odin Bell, Jill Brown, Eva Burr, Emma Canale, Lillian Canale, Lila Carter, Vincent Clohosey, Claire Cygan, Anthony Della Bella, Jr., Lucas Doherty, Kellen Driscoll, Brooke Eggleston, Isabella Feliciano, Claire Fisher, Henry France-Miller, Josef Frankenfeld, Natalie Frasier, Addison Gorton, Brady Gross, Jason Hall, Cameron Hamell, Cara Harrington, Emma Harten, Arianna Harvey, Ava Larson, Grant Levin, Caroline Lieberth, Oscar Lilac, Bryce McClenning, Allison McCoy, Molly Mulholland, Jackson Murphy, Tevyn Owira, Alexis Park, Frank Peña, Morgan Phillips, Sophia Plante, Schuyler Quartiers, Gavin Rittenhouse, Ava Rowland, Anya Shaffer, Norah Shaffer, Forrest Slingerland, Corey Smith, Samantha Solari, Hayley Stafford, Luke Stevens, Rowan Stimpson, Charlotte Van Aken, Parker Welch, and Lillian Wright
Founded in 1983, the President's Education Awards Program honors graduating students for their achievement and hard work. The program has provided individual recognition from the President and the U.S. Secretary of Education to those students whose outstanding efforts and academic success have enabled them to meet challenging standards of excellence.

Adirondack School Counselor Association Scholarship: Schuyler Quartiers
The Adirondack School Counselor Association provides one scholarship each year to a senior planning to attend a 4-year college or university who will pursue studies in a "helping" field.  The recipient must have a demonstrated record of serving others in a humanitarian way.

Red Cross Blood Drive Scholarships: Eva Burr, Molly Mulholland 
This scholarship is for students who have helped organize blood drives at Glens Falls High School.

O'Brien Insurance Business Scholarship: Sarah Wolfstich
This scholarship is for a student who has shown an interest in entrepreneurship and business ownership. This student must be hard working and show a willingness to collaborate with others.

Joseph H. Nudi, Sr. Entrepreneur Scholarship: Cayden Roberts, Anya Shaffer
This scholarship is to be awarded to a student who has shown a desire to become an entrepreneur, and will be attending SUNY Adirondack to further her/his business education. This student must show enthusiasm, ambition, personal motivation, and a willingness to learn. He or she has also shown a desire to become part of the local business community.

Nicholas G. Taylor, Jr. Business and Kindness Scholarship: Isabella Feliciano
This scholarship is for a student who is pursuing higher education in the field of business or finance and has a reputation for being kind and respectful to her/his peers that he/she will continue into college and professional careers.

The Myles Miller “Take a Giant Leap” Scholarship: Annalise Torres
This scholarship is for a student who pursues a degree at a local two year college. The student must be one who exhibits qualities of wisdom, faith, character, and community service, and is pursuing a degree in Business and/or Entrepreneurship.

Edward I. Gilman Scholarship: Daniel Marth, Anya Shaffer, Tucker Trippiedi
This scholarship is for students who will be majoring in business at SUNY Adirondack.

Amberger Family Scholarship: Isabella Feliciano, Molly Mulholland, Sarah Wolfstich
This scholarship is in memory of Donald and Catherine Amberger. This year's scholarships go to students pursuing degrees in a business-related field.

Hall Family Entrepreneur Scholarship: Allison McCoy
This scholarship is awarded to a senior who has taken one or more business courses, and has overcome personal challenges. He/she shows a spirit of cooperation and entrepreneurial thinking. This award is used to help this individual attend college.

N. Harwood Beaty Jr. and Nancy S. Beaty Memorial Award: Rowan Stimpson
This award is to be given to a boy or girl who will be attending a four year college or university. The student must be involved in music and/or sports but not necessarily pursuing those as a major in college. He or she must be at least a “B” student academically, but most importantly must show strong moral character, kindness toward others, and an ability to laugh at themselves and stay positive in any given situation.

Walter H. and Walter T. Robinson Memorial Scholarship: Tevyn Owira
Walter H. Robinson founded the Technology program at Glens Falls. When he retired, his son took over and continued to develop our program. In honor of them, the Walter Robinson memorial scholarship is awarded to a senior who demonstrates outstanding ability, displays desirable personal qualities, and expresses interest in the field of Technology.

Freeman Memorial Scholarship: Farwa Ali
This scholarship is awarded to a graduating senior who plans to enroll in an elite four-year college or university to study English or journalism. This student must have maintained a high grade point average during his/her high school career.

Dr. Bruce Michael Kantrowitz Scholarship: Farwa Ali
This scholarship was established in memory of Dr. Bruce Michael Kantrowitz, Class of 1967, and is awarded annually to a graduating senior who has demonstrated academic excellence and is of good moral character, two of the top qualities for which Dr. Kantrowitz was noted. Preference is given to someone planning to pursue a career in English, Journalism, Writing, or Communication. This scholarship recipient is determined by the Committee on Scholarships.

Marina C. Wallace Memorial Scholarship: Sophia Plante
Mrs. Wallace was a dedicated staff member at Glens Falls High School for more than 25 years. She began her career here in 1977 and enjoyed working with students and faculty through those years as an assistant librarian—helping them discover literature and guiding them in their research for class assignments. Mrs. Wallace is remembered for her kind and giving spirit; someone who demonstrated community and love of family. She had a strong work ethic, was always smiling, and was accepting of everybody. This award is given to a graduating senior planning to attend college who reflects similar qualities, and shares Mrs. Wallace's interest in literature, reading, and/or writing.

Cameron Jace Quartiers Memorial Scholarship: Cara Harrington
The board of Project: Cameron’s Story offers this scholarship to one graduating senior from Glens Falls High School who plans to pursue a 2 or 4 year degree in any area of the health care fields, is in good academic standing, and has a record of voluntarism.

Cameron Jace Quartiers Volunteer Award: Schuyler Quartiers
The Cameron Jace Quartiers Volunteer Award is given to the graduating senior who has selflessly devoted their time to the mission of Project: Cameron's Story. This person embodies the spirit of compassion, dedication, and service that defines our organization. Through their unwavering commitment, they have been instrumental in helping to support families in the NICU and carried forward Cameron's legacy of love, connection, and hope.

N.A.A.C.P. Scholarship: Ariana Harvey, Tevyn Owira, Parker Welch
The National Association for the Advancement of Colored People - Glens Falls Branch wishes to award annual scholarships to local eligible students to continue to support the mission to ensure the political, educational, social, and economic equality of ALL persons and to eliminate race-based discrimination.

Spirit of ’76 Scholarship (Sponsored by the Class of 1976): Isabella Feliciano
To a student who has set an extraordinary and visible example for other students to follow. This person has demonstrated the ability to positively influence others through his/her actions and behavior. This can be through excellence in academics, music, the arts, athletics, student government, other community leadership, and/or extraordinary enthusiasm. This persons stands out as a visible example for a broad spectrum of students, not just those in his/her established niche (academics, music, arts, athletics, etc.). This person has preferably served his/her school and/or community in a leadership role via student government, athletics, the arts or other.

John A. and Mary Lou Noone Scholarship: Schuyler Quartiers
John and Mary Lou both served in the Glens Falls school system for many years. Mary Lou Noone taught first grade at Broad Street School from 1954 to 1958 and then reading for children with learning disabilities at the Education Services Center and Big Cross School from 1971 to 1991. John Noone began teaching in Glens Falls in 1956 at Big Cross School and eventually moved on to the Junior High School and Middle School to serve as a Guidance Counselor from 1963 until his retirement in 1988. Recipients of the award will be selected by the Scholarship Committee based on the principles of education embraced by Mr. and Mrs. Noone: scholarship, service to the community, and commitment to the youth of Glens Falls. The recipient must be planning to pursue a career in education.

PTA and PTSA Awards
High School: Brooke Eggleston, Bryce McClenning
Middle School: Molly Mulholland, Gavin Rittenhouse
Big Cross Street School: Olivia Bonitatibus, Isabella Feliciano, Avery Fisher, Natalie Frasier, Tevyn Owira, Alexis Park, Schuyler Quartiers, Parker Welch
Kensington Road School: Brady Gross, Cara Harrington
Jackson Heights School: Jackson Murphy, Kayanna Ryzuk
Abraham Wing School: Frank Peña
The PTA and PTSA Awards are generously provided to deserving students by the PTA or PTSA of each respective school.

E. Leo and Louise F. Spain Scholarship: Henry France-Miller, Caroline Lieberth
This scholarship is given in memory of E. Leo and Louise F. Spain. Mr. Spain was a prominent businessman and entrepreneur in Glens Falls. The purpose of this foundation is to carry out the mutual desires of the Spains to further the education of worthy young men and women. The recipient needs to be a graduate of St. Mary’s-St. Alphonsus Regional Catholic School planning to further their education.

Edward M. Bartholomew, Jr. Memorial Scholarships: Kellen Driscoll, Isabella Feliciano
This scholarship is to be awarded annually to two graduating seniors in memory of Edward M. Bartholomew Jr, Glens Falls High School Class of 1967 and former Mayor of Glens Falls. Ed is remembered for his love of the Glens Falls community, his enthusiasm for local sports and his generosity to those in need. This scholarship will be given to students planning to attend a two or four year college who demonstrate potential. Recipients must have participated in school sports or extracurricular activities and have performed service either in the school or the community.

JWP Champ Scholarship: Norah Shaffer
This scholarship is to be given annually to a graduating senior who represents the qualities that Joe Potvin represented in his career as an English and Latin teacher at Glens Falls High School for almost 40 years. Desire to become an educator and school spirit as expressed through participation in athletics and the arts, a positive outlook, and unselfish, optimistic attitude were very important to Joe. These qualities are the basis for selection of this award.

Barclay Prize for Philanthropy: Claire Cygan
The Barclay Prize acknowledges a Glens Falls High School graduating senior who celebrates the team more than the individual. The winner of this annual Prize places great importance on being a person others can count on and who gives back to the community. Both a college scholarship and an opportunity to pay forward with the same community spirit exemplified by David and Cate Barclay, the Barclay Prize recipient will be asked to contribute a significant portion of the Prize award to a charitable cause or purpose of the Prize-winner’s own choosing, and then to remember their experience by telling the stories their philanthropy told them.

McClure (“Mac”) Edward Deason Memorial Scholarship: Natalie Frasier, Rowan Stimpson
This award is given in memory of McClure Edward Deason by his parents. Mac lived for only a very short time on earth but with much courage and strength. This scholarship is awarded to a senior planning to attend a two-or four-year college to pursue studies in the medical field. The recipient must display excellence both academically and in personal character within school and community, exhibits leadership, demonstrates compassion and respect, and has shown courage and strength in the face of adversity.

Edward Jones Crystal Ball Award: John Rossley
This award is for a graduating senior intending to go into a service-based field where they will be helping people directly. Such helping professions can encompass many fields, including teacher, mechanic, doctor, therapist, financial planner, etc.  The intent is to support the recipient in their pursuit of providing person-to-person assistance to others.

Glens Falls Police Benevolent Association Scholarship: Molly Mulholland
This award is for a college-bound senior planning to pursue studies in criminal justice or a law-related field.

Glens Falls Permanent Firemen’s Benevolent Association Scholarship: Hayley Stafford
This scholarship is provided by the Glens Falls Permanent Firemen's Benevolent Association each year to a student planning to attend college. The award is based on character, scholastic record, and probable success in college.

Joe Vogel Memorial Scholarship: Nora Moynihan
Joe Vogel unselfishly shared his passion for sports, most especially that of ice hockey, for more than 25 years with the youth of the Greater Glens Falls area. Always a leader, Joe was instrumental in organizing the area’s first youth hockey club, building the Fire Road rink, and working tirelessly to establish GFHS’s ice hockey program which first took to the ice the season of 1985-86. Most importantly, Joe was recognized for his ability to communicate the skills and knowledge of the game to players of every age and ability and doing so always with kindness, caring, and fairness. He was a player’s coach who respected hard work and perseverance. This memorial scholarship is awarded to a graduating senior hockey player planning to attend a two or four-year college who clearly exhibits those attributes which defined the inner spirit of Joe Vogel, including leadership, perseverance, and sportsmanship and who best demonstrates a work ethic that acknowledges, as did Joe’s, that “the highest reward for a man’s toil is not what he gets for it, but what he becomes by it.”

Scott Wilson Memorial Scholarship: Ella Harris
This scholarship is given in honor of Scott Wilson, a former member of the Class of 2004. The award will go to a senior planning to pursue a career in an art-related program, particularly Graphic Art or Design.

Class of '77 Scholarship: Darielle Gooden
This scholarship is awarded to a student who is pursuing higher education in a field related to mental health, such as psychology, social work, or counseling, who has also demonstrated high academic achievement and an interest in helping others through volunteer activities, work experience, or other efforts at school or in the community.

P.E.O. Star Scholarship: Emma Canale
P.E.O. is a philanthropic educational organization of women who celebrate the advancement of women, motivate women to achieve their highest aspirations, and educate women through various programs. The P.E.O. Star Scholarship recognizes graduating high school women who exhibit excellence in leadership, academics, extracurricular activities, community service, and potential for future success.

Dylan Balcom Memorial Student-Athlete Scholarship: Claire Cygan, Bryce McClenning
This scholarship is established in loving memory of Dylan Balcom, a devoted student-athlete whose life was marked by compassion, dedication, and unwavering support for his teammates.  A 2017 Glens Falls graduate, Dylan was a 3-sport athlete who exemplified the true spirit of sportsmanship -- valuing hard work, uplifting others, and always putting the team before himself.  This scholarship recognizes a student-athlete who embodies those same values, both on and off the field.

Gary Marcantonio Memorial Scholarship: Forrest Slingerland
Gary Marcantonio was a 1968 graduate of Glens Falls High School and is a member of the Glens Falls High School Athletic Hall of Fame. He was as great of an athlete as he was a student. This scholarship is to be given to a student who has made great strides academically and athletically during their time at Glens Falls High.

"Big A" Jeff Aurelia Memorial Scholarship: Isabelle Aurelia
This scholarship is awarded in memory of Jeff Aurelia, a 1992 graduate of Glens Falls High School, passionate teacher at Queensbury UFSD, and respected football coach. This award seeks to recognize individuals who possess similar interest to those of Jeff’s. Factors for selection include commitment to attend a two or four year college, choice of major, and sports involvement. Substantial weight will also be given to the degree to which the applicant manifests towards his/her endeavors.

Award for Excellence in World Languages: French - Norah Shaffer, Spanish - Parker Welch
These are awarded each year to one French student and one Spanish student for excellence in world language study.

New York State Seal of Biliteracy: Claire Cygan, Josef Frankenfeld, Jason Hall, Emma Harten, Ariana Harvey, Caroline Lieberth, Daniel Marth, Amelia Millington, Jackson Murphy, Tevyn Owira, Ava Rowland, Norah Shaffer, Forrest Slingerland, Samantha Solari, Hayley Stafford, Luke Stevens, Parker Welch
The New York State Seal of Biliteracy recognizes students who have attained a high level of proficiency in English and one or more world languages, including American Sign Language.

Glens Falls Teachers’ Association Scholarship: Schuyler Quartiers
A scholarship is awarded by the Glens Falls Teachers' Association to a graduating senior who will be pursuing studies in the field of education after high school. This student submits an essay on "Why I Want to Become an Educator," and must be attending a four-year college, be in good scholastic standing and have good school citizenship.

Glens Falls Teachers' Association Memorial Scholarship: Isabella Feliciano
This scholarship is awarded in memory of former members of the GFTA.  It is given to a deserving senior who is a positive contributor to our school and exhibits the spirit of GF Nation.

Robb Satterfield Memorial Award: Anya Shaffer
Robert Satterfield was a young man who had a dream of graduating from Glens Falls High School. Despite personal challenges, he persevered and graduated in 2008 This award honors a student who has overcome his/her own personal challenges to graduate from Glens Falls High School; someone who is creative, displays courage, and is compassionate toward others.

Alumni Association Prize for Math: Emma Canale
This award is given to the graduating senior who has demonstrated an outstanding ability in mathematics.

Alexander S. Gillan Memorial Scholarship: Emma Canale
This scholarship was established in memory of Mr. Gillan, who was a dedicated educator in the Glens Falls public school system for many years. This scholarship is awarded to a graduating senior who represents academic excellence in the areas of math or science. Candidates for this scholarship are active in the extracurricular program of the school, show leadership qualities and show potential for success in a two or four year degree-granting program.

Clifford K. Bosworth Memorial Scholarship: Natalie Frasier
This award is given to the graduating senior who has excelled as a science student and who shows promise of a successful career in the field of science. They should have the personal attributes for which Mr. Bosworth, a former science teacher here at Glens Falls High School, was noted: inquiring mind, great personality integrity, willingness to help others.

Alumni Association Prize for Chemistry: Ava Rowland
This award is given to the graduating senior who has demonstrated an outstanding ability in chemistry.

Maurice and Grace Simmonds Memorial Science Award: Jackson Murphy
This award is given to a graduating senior who has shown excellence in four years of science and is industrious, honest, tolerant, caring people person. 

Robert O' Connor Scholarship: Addison Gorton
The Robert O’Connor Scholarship is given in remembrance of Glens Falls alumni Dr. Bob O’Connor, a well loved and trusted veterinarian who practiced in Glens Falls for 47 years.  Bob grew up in Glens Falls, graduated in 1969, attended 1 year at SUNY Adirondack then transferred to Cornell University where he completed his Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine in 1976.  This scholarship is awarded to 1 student going into a science field at a 2- or 4-year college. 

Glens Falls Kiwanis Club Key Club Scholarships: Brady Gross, Schuyler Quartiers
The Glens Falls Kiwanis Club awards scholarships to graduating high school seniors who are active participants in Key Club and are pursuing additional education. The Kiwanis organization is about learning to work together and learning leadership skills through community service. These scholarships are intended to assist in the career development of worthy local students.

Saratoga-Warren County Music Educators Award: Brady Gross
The Saratoga-Warren Music Educators' Association Scholarship is awarded to a student from each of the organization's 17 participating school districts who has been regularly selected to participate in the various-leveled musical ensembles offered through the New York State School Music Association, and who is an exemplary student musician.

Glens Falls Music Department Scholarship: Sophia Plante
This scholarship is awarded to one Glens Falls student from the senior class who has been actively involved in our district’s music program, and plans to continue his/her musical pursuits - whether it be professionally or recreationally - after graduation.

Arts in Education Fund Senior Portfolio Awards
Senior Portfolio Awards are given each year by the funds raised at the Annual ART EXPO, the Art Fund, and the Glens Falls Arts in Education Fund. Senior portfolios are displayed along with Artist Statements. Students are asked to share their best work from the last four years. Awards are based on the body of work that shows a passion for artistic expression, artistic merit, and creativity. Awards are judged by the GFSD art faculty.
First Place: Lillian Wright
Second Place: Charlotte Van Aiken
Third Place: Ella Harris
Honorable Mention: Jill Brown
Best Artist Statement: Ella Harris 
People's Choice Award: Lillian Wright

Glens Falls Farmers Market Scholarship, in memory of Rachel Wells: Sarah Wolfstich
The funds for this scholarship are provided annually by the Glens Falls Farmers Market. Recipients of this scholarship show promise of success in a four-year, degree-granting program in business, marketing, entrepreneurship, engineering, or science.

Mary J. Philo Memorial Scholarship: Tevyn Owira
This scholarship is for a student who has attended Glens Falls City Schools from kindergarten through senior year. The recipient is to be selected by the Glens Falls High School Scholarship Committee. Criteria include good moral character, good academic standing and financial need. This award is renewable for up to four years of undergraduate study at a four year college only. 

Hilda E. Hayes Award: Claire Fisher
This award has been established in memory of Hilda E. Hayes, a faculty member for many years at Glens Falls High School. This award is to be given to the Senior SoroptiMISS member who, in the opinion of the Committee on Scholarships, represents academic excellence, outstanding character and good citizenship as displayed through genuine participation in the extracurricular program.

Alumni Scholarships: Owen Campopiano, Ava Larson, Ayden Riley, Jonathan Spory, Parker Welch
Alumni Scholarships are grants from the income on funds left to the Glens Falls High School by various graduating classes over the years. The scholarships are based on character, citizenship, and academic record. The awards are made by the Faculty Committee on Scholarships.

Betsy K. Austin Memorial Scholarship: Kiara Knorr
This scholarship was established to honor Betsy K. Austin, who was a teacher at Jackson Heights Elementary School for nearly 30 years. The scholarship is for a student who plans to pursue a career in teaching.

Bob and Sue Carty Award: Mark Hammond
This award is to be given to a senior who exemplifies the spirit of helping others in achieving their goals.

Margaret and Louis Feigenbaum Scholarship: Josef Frankenfeld
The Margaret and Louis Feigenbaum scholarship shall be awarded to one deserving student who has distinguished him/herself in academics and community service. He/she plans to attend a four year, non-religious, private college/university. He/she should have an interest in pursuing a career in: teaching, science/engineering, history or law. The optimal candidate shall possess the following traits: intellectual curiosity, strong ethical character, be patriotic and demonstrate a willingness to help others.

Phyllis Preston Memorial Scholarship: Farwa Ali, Killian Batchelder
Established to honor Phyllis Preston, a substitute teacher in New York City then a teacher's assistant in the Glens Falls Junior High reading lab. This award is for seniors who have shown perseverance and growth as they pursued their diplomas, and wish to further their education, either at college or through vocational training.

James Digan Culinary Scholarship: Cayden Roberts
This award goes to a graduating culinary arts student who plans to pursue a career in the culinary or hospitality field. This award is also based on potential for future success. If there are no qualified culinary students in a given year, another recipient pursuing a Career and Technical Education field will be selected.

Varsity Swim Team Award: Addison Gorton, Brady Gross
This award goes to a Glens Falls swimmer who demonstrates excellence in character, as demonstrated in a significant personal essay. The scholarship recognizes varsity swim team members who have contributed so much to the program, and also understands how much the program has given back to them.

Dave Strader Scholarship: Sullivan Pirozzolo
Dave Strader was a 1973 proud graduate of GFHS, whose interest in broadcasting began in high school. After graduating magna cum laude from UMass Amherst as a communications major in 1977, he returned to Glens Falls as the radio voice for the Adirondack Red Wings. From there, Dave’s 37 year television play-by-play broadcasting career went on to include ESPN, NBC Sports, college basketball, two Winter Olympic Games, and he became known as “The Voice” of the NHL. During his rare cancer diagnosis Dave was the voice of the Dallas Stars, where he was a recipient of three Lone Star Emmy television awards. Locally, Dave was inducted into the GFHS Athletic Hall of fame, the Adirondack Hall of Fame (twice), and the press box at The Cool Insuring Arena is named in his honor. Since 2018, UMass sports productions have been broadcast from the Dave Strader Memorial Studio. Dave reached the pinnacle of his career being posthumously inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame in Toronto, Canada as the 2017 recipient of the Foster Hewitt Memorial Award for excellence in broadcasting. His plaque hangs in the Great Hall along with the Stanley Cup. Dave credited his success to the foundation that was laid during his upbringing in Glens Falls. This scholarship is awarded to a GFHS graduate who exhibits sound character, an ability to collaborate with others, and a love for the Glens Falls community. This student must be entering a 2 or 4 year college pursuing a major with an emphasis in sports broadcast journalism and/or production in radio and/or television (in any area including play-by play announcing, production, administration or technical), or communication/journalism in general. Upon graduating, the student should continue to pursue their own true passion, just as Dave did.

Susan Keene Morse Education Scholarship: Schuyler Quartiers, Norah Shaffer
This scholarship is awarded in honor of Mrs. Morse, a member of the GFHS Class of 1960. Mrs. Morse and her husband were behind the building of Morse Field, and all three of their daughters graduated from our school.  During her childhood, Mrs. Morse enjoyed "playing school" and always wanted to become a teacher - which she did.  She continues to support the Red & Black by establishing this scholarship to support young people in reaching their dream of teaching, and hopes this scholarship will help them along that path.

Glens Falls High School Class of 1964 Scholarships: Jason Hall, Sophia Plante
The Glens Falls High School Class of 1964 Scholarships will be awarded to two students (one female and one male) of the GFHS Class of 2025 who plan to become teachers, to help enable them to attend the college of their choice.  Selection of the two awardees shall be done by GFHS faculty and administration based on academic excellence, participation in extracurricular activities, and contributions to school life.

Sally Quinn Homkey Memorial Scholarship: Lillian Wright
Sally was an elementary school teacher who loved books, children and teaching. She was passionate about the arts and very involved in her community. Sally continued her interest in learning even in her retirement, through College Club and educational travel. Sally would be very honored in knowing she was helping a new graduate further their academic goals and dreams. This scholarship is to be awarded to a student who demonstrates academic success and community involvement, planning on attending a four year college and majoring in education.

Robert J. Homkey Memorial Scholarship: Darielle Gooden
This scholarship is given in honor of Robert J. Homkey. It is awarded to an individual who plans to attend a two-or four-year college, plays basketball or participates in track, and performs community service.

Eva Austin Judkins Scholarship: Samantha Solari
The funds for this scholarship are provided annually by the Glens Falls Club of College Women in memory of Mrs. Judkins who was a member of the Board of Education for thirty years as well as a member of the Club of College Women. The recipient must be a senior girl who will be attending a four year college which has been approved by the American Association of University Women. It is awarded on the basis of character, need, and scholastic standing by the Committee on Scholarships. 

Thomas I. Ford Memorial Teaching Scholarship: Sophia Plante
This award is given in memory of Thomas I. Ford, a beloved Glens Falls City Schools educator, administrator, and alumnus of the New York State Teachers College at Potsdam. Tom’s education career was long and remarkable: he taught 6th and 7th grades in Auburn and Rochester, respectively, then served as Principal of Fulton St. Elementary, Sanford St. Elementary, Kensington Rd. Elementary, and Glens Falls Middle School. He then served as Administrator of Elementary Curriculum and Special Programs and Director of Special Programs in Glens Falls City School District. Tom officially retired from education in 1993, but continued to work until the very end of his life, holding positions as interim school administrator at both Shenendehowa and Ravena-Coeymans-Selkirk. Mr. Ford believed in individuals who become teachers for all the right reasons: key among them are to be giving, inclusive, and kind. This annual scholarship is granted to a graduate of Glens Falls High School who exhibits these qualities and has decided to pursue a degree in teaching and education, with preference given to a student planning to attend SUNY Potsdam, but not required.

Thomas Collins Wingman Strong Memorial Scholarship: Luke Stevens
This award is given in memory of Thomas "TC" Collins. TC was always known for his larger-than-life personality. His life was characterized by his love for family and friends; his kindness, generosity, courage, compassion, and his ability to befriend anyone upon meeting them for the first time. This scholarship is presented to a student who has exemplified these attributes of TC's life. The recipient has demonstrated this through her/his passions, determinations, and behaviors through excellence in athletics, music, the arts, student government, academics, other community leadership, and/or extraordinary enthusiasm for life. The recipient stands out as a visible leader among his/her peers.

Adirondack Area School Boards Association Community Service Award: Emma Harten, Schuyler Quartiers
The Adirondack Area School Boards Association provides this award to graduating seniors within each member district who are shining examples of volunteer service within their school and community.

Graham Easson Scholarship: Amaya Prunty
Established in memory of Graham R. Easson, who was principal of Glens Falls High School from 1967-1980. This scholarship is awarded to a member of the graduating class who exemplifies the qualities of character, scholarship, and citizenship.

Francis Plumeau Memorial Scholarship: Farwa Ali
This scholarship is established in Frank Plumeau’s memory. In his twenty-two years with the Glens Falls Schools, he served as Director of Compensatory Programs and as a school psychologist. Nominees exhibit excellent citizenship and scholastic achievement and are interested in pursuing a degree in the Humanities (art, literature, music, psychology, social services). Nominees must have been accepted at a two or four year school.

Julia Corbett Herlihy Prize: Tevyn Owira
This annual award is selected by faculty vote, and is given to an outstanding member of the graduating class based on their intelligent leadership, judgement, skill in getting results, courage, unselfish service, and desirable character. The fund was established by Mrs. Herlihy’s three sons (Hon. J. Clarence, J. Leo, and Edward J. Herlihy) to honor her pioneer work in the Americanization of Immigrants during the 20 year period following the end of World War 1.

Stanley E. Rummel Scholarship: Anya Shaffer
Established to honor Stan Rummel for 33 years of service to the Glens Falls City School District. The scholarship is given to a senior who exhibits a spirit of cooperation, empathy and altruism, all qualities displayed by Mr. Rummel during his tenure in our district. The award recipient may have overcome personal or educational obstacles in the pursuit of a diploma. The recipient has a clear sense of purpose and commitment to attain their future goals.

Caroline Brown Memorial Scholarship: Brooke Eggleston, Cara Harrington
Established in memory of Caroline M. Brown (Class of 1978) to offer a scholarship to a female graduating student who has participated in varsity athletics and who will be pursuing post-secondary education. Recipients are selected by the Glens Falls High School Scholarship Committee. 

Susan H. Seaman Memorial Award: Brandon Dick, Arina Harvey, Kole Hotte
This award is given to a senior student nominated by the Middle School who has overcome personal obstacles to graduate with their class.

Dr. James W. Haviland Memorial Scholarship: Ava Rowland
This scholarship was established based on the wishes of Dr. James W. Haviland, a prominent physician and salutatorian of the Glens Falls High School Class of 1928. Criteria for the award are at the discretion of the scholarship committee.

Glens Falls City School District Foundation Scholarship: Isabelle Aurelia, Lola Baglio, Olivia Bonitatibus, Jill Brown, Lillian Canale, Claire Fisher, Henry France-Miller, Addison Gorton, Brady Gross, Ella Harris, Emma Harten, Ariana Harvey, Makenna Hunt, Grant Levin, Oscar Lilac, Daniel Marth, Allison McCoy, Alexander Merino, Molly Mulholland, Alexis Park, Frank Peña, Hayley Stafford, Annalise Torres
This scholarship is awarded to students who are in good academic standing and act as good school citizens for the purpose of furthering studies in a field of interest developed during their high school careers.

Harry and Myrtle Gardner Scholarships: Ava Larson, Jackson Murphy
These scholarships are for two worthy graduating students: one who is going on to college to study a medical field, and one who is pursuing medicine or another field of study.

Harvey R. Dearstyne III Memorial Scholarship: Parker Welch
This scholarship is awarded annually to a graduating senior who has demonstrated leadership, interest in athletics and has been an outstanding school citizen. Candidates for this scholarship show promise of success in a four year degree-granting program. The selection for the award is made annually by the Committee on Scholarships. The scholarship is derived from the income of funds which have been contributed in memory of Harvey R. Dearstyne III, GFHS Class of 1972.

Hess Scholarship: Corey Smith 
This scholarship is available to a student in the graduating class who plans to attend a degree-granting college. It is derived from the income of a fund given to the school by Mrs. Hess in memory of her husband, Hubert W. Hess, a former teacher in Glens Falls High School. The recipient of this scholarship must have shown that he or she is worthy of help by a spirit of cooperation and by the quality of work done during the four years of the high school course.

Karl R. McBride, Sr. Scholarship: Henry France-Miller
This scholarship fund was established in memory of Karl R. McBride, Sr. by the members of his family. The annual income from this fund is used for a scholarship is awarded to a graduating senior who shows evidence of future success in college. The selection is made by the Committee on Scholarships.

Richard W. Derby Scholarship: Kellen Driscoll
This scholarship was established in memory of Richard W. Derby, a member of the Class of 1960. It is given to a senior boy planning to enter college who, in the opinion of the Committee on Scholarships, represents the highest qualities of character, scholarship and sportsmanship.

Charlotte Pruyn Hyde Award: Emma Canale
This award is made to a graduating senior for post-secondary school expenses. The recipient of this award is a student who has rendered significant service to his or her school or community.

Philip C. Brown Awards: Eva Burr, Vincent Clohosey, Cameron Hamell, Samantha Solari, Lillian Wright
These awards are made to graduating seniors for post-secondary school expenses. The recipients of these awards are students who have rendered significant service to his/her school or community.

James Morrissey Family Scholarship: Jackson Murphy
This scholarship is awarded to a senior planning on furthering his/her education after high school. The recipient demonstrates academic accomplishment, scholarship through hard work and motivation.

Glens Falls Rotary Club Service Scholarship: Amaya Prunty, Schuyler Quartiers
This scholarship program is intended to salute students who exemplify the Rotary Motto: "Service Above Self."

NYS Comptroller's Student Achievement Award: Emma Canale, Henry France-Miller, Natalie Frasier, Addison Gorton, Cara Harrington, Ava Larson, Caroline Lieberth, Molly Mulholland, Jackson Murphy, Tevyn Owira, Ava Rowland, Norah Shaffer, Corey Smith, Samantha Solari, Luke Stevens, Parker Welch
This award recognizes students who have shown academic excellence and the potential for leadership through involvement in activities that improved the school or the community.

Ben and Sharon Aronson Scholarships: Alina Berg, Corey Smith
In celebration of Sharon and Ben’s interests, preference is given to students showing interest in Business Management, Entrepreneurship, Fine Arts, Engineering, Agriculture, or Information Technology (Computer Science, Information Technology, Network Administration, Programming, CyberSecurity, etc). To be eligible, recipients must be planning to enroll in a post high school program to earn credits toward a college degree or technical certificate. Recipients will be selected by the high school scholarship committee with care and attention paid to representing two gender identities each year, and consideration of equity across every walk of life.

Byron J. Jacobson and Anne J. Jacobson Prize: Emma Canale
This prize is awarded each year to the person who ranks first in the graduating class. Funds for this prize are derived from an endowment established by Mr. and Mrs. Jacobson for this purpose.

NYS Attorney General’s Triple C Awards: Amelia Millington, Kayanna Ryzuk; NYS Attorney General’s Civic Ambassador Award: Parker Welch
New York State Attorney General Letitia James is pleased to continue the Triple C Awards program to recognize the courage, character, and commitment of New York's outstanding students. Whether succeeding in academic pursuits, participating in community service, displaying leadership skills, or overcoming personal obstacles, these students provide us with hope for a brighter future. The Civic Ambassador Award recognizes a student who has demonstrated a passion and knowledge for civics and government.

Jacqueline Tyner Scholarship: Claire Cygan
This scholarship is for a graduating senior who has demonstrated strong character and who makes serving others a priority.

Crary Education Fund Foundation Scholarships: Isabelle Aurelia, Emma Canale, Frank Peña, Schuyler Quartiers
For nearly 50 years the Bruce L. Crary Foundation has been quietly making a difference in the lives of students in the North Country. To date this small foundation has helped over 7,500 students pay for their higher education with nearly $11.75 million in grants.  Bruce L. Crary, a resident of Westport, NY, was interested in helping young people from the Adirondack area. When he died in a car accident in 1962, at 40 years of age, most of his estate was left as a legacy to assist with college expenses for deserving students. The award is renewable for each of four years of undergraduate study.

Shoshannah Wasserman Educational Fund: Farwa Ali
This scholarship which was established in memory of Shoshannah Wasserman is given to a graduating senior scheduled and committed to attend Adirondack Community College. This student should demonstrate a creative ability in the arts, sciences or humanities and wish to pursue a program of study leading to an Associate’s Degree in Arts of Sciences (A.A. or A.S.)

William H. Brown Memorial Scholarship: Parker Welch
This scholarship is in memory of Mr. Brown who for 32 years was Principal of Glens Falls High School. The scholarship is derived from income from monies contributed in memory of Mr. Brown by graduates of the school. The scholarship is awarded to the member of the graduating class who exemplifies the qualities of character, scholarship and citizenship for which Mr. Brown was noted.

James Orlow Muse Scholarship: Bryce McClenning
This scholarship is awarded annually to a graduate who will be continuing formal education. The recipient is someone who has achieved success in competitive athletics through perseverance, dedication and discipline, rather than through exceptional natural ability. The recipient also shows grace in winning and compassion in relationships with others.

Putt and Anne H. La May Memorial Scholarship: Caroline Lieberth
Awarded annually to the student-athlete who has made a positive and measurable contribution to Glens Falls High School and has been accepted at college to pursue a career in Physical Education, Health, Recreation and/or a sports related field.

Anthony and Joan Scott Memorial Scholarship: Vincent Clohosey
As longtime residents of Glens Falls, Anthony (Tony) and Joan shared an unparalleled commitment to serving the community. Tony was a U.S. Army veteran and worked in the communications field. He served as Ward 2 Supervisor in Glens Falls, led various committees and maintained affiliations with Knights of Columbus and the Elks Lodge. Joan was a registered nurse who founded the St. Mary’s Church food pantry and devoted years of effort to serve those in need, while also volunteering for the American Heart Association and Community Action. In 2007 Joan received recognition for her work from Senator Betty Little and Congresswoman Kirsten Gillibrand. Both Tony and Joan also served on the Jackson Heights PTA, volunteered for the Cub Scouts organization and were active members of St. Mary's Church. This scholarship was created to honor the memory and exemplary community service of Tony and Joan Scott and is to be awarded to a senior planning to pursue higher education who demonstrates outstanding service through school or in the community.

Christopher J. Steves Memorial Scholarship: Luke Stevens
Established in memory of Christopher J. Steves, this scholarship is awarded to a student with a generous and giving spirit, with preference going to the student planning to pursue post-secondary education in the culinary field, but it is not required. Selection is made by the Scholarship Committee.

Ben Osborn Memorial Fund Scholarship: Emma Canale, Schuyler Quartiers
SPC Benjamin Osborn was killed in action in Afghanistan, June 15, 2010, while serving in the United States Army. Due to his heroic actions, he was awarded the Bronze Star and the Purple Heart. SPC Benjamin D. Osborn was a Lake George High School Graduate. The Ben Osborn Memorial Fund Scholarship is being awarded to students who meet the following criteria: good character, charitable heart, commitment to self-improvement, and service (to others) oriented.

Kelly’s Angels Scholarships: Jill Brown, Kiara Knorr
These scholarships were established in memory of Kelly Mulholland, who passed away from breast cancer at the age of 37.  Kelly was a teacher who knew the importance of education.  Among their numerous philanthropic endeavors, Kelly’s Angels, Inc. provides scholarships to college-bound seniors in the Capital Region who have persevered through adversity, worked hard in the classroom, and demonstrated a commitment to serving others, especially children.

William H. Beecher Memorial Award: Amelia Millington
A graduate of Glens Falls High School, Mr. Beecher was always proud to call himself an Indian. While in school, he worked two jobs and somehow found time to play varsity football. After high school, he joined the Navy to pay for college. He was in the first class of men to graduate from Skidmore College and worked for Pfizer pharmaceuticals for over 30 years. Mr. Beecher was always most proud of his heritage in Glens Falls and that he worked for everything he had. This scholarship is awarded to a graduating senior who has been employed outside of school during the school year with plans to enter college or the military.

Sandy Hill Foundation Scholarship: Emma Canale, Brady Gross, Cara Harrington
The Sandy Hill Foundation of Hudson Falls, NY offers scholarship grants for college education on an annual basis to assist qualifying young women and men graduating from designated local area schools. 

Class of 2025 Senior Class Award: Isabella Feliciano
The Senior Class Award recognizes a graduating student who has demonstrated exceptional dedication to both their educational journey and the betterment of their community. This individual consistently goes above and beyond, showing unwavering commitment to their school, peers, and the world around them. Through a strong sense of responsibility, they have not only contributed to making their school a better place but also served as a role model for others to follow. Whether it’s through organizing events, leading initiatives, or simply offering a helping hand whenever needed, this student embodies the spirit of hard work, compassion, and selflessness. Their consistent effort to make a meaningful impact and their ability to get things done with integrity and dedication set them apart as a true leader and valuable member of both the school and the wider community. 

Junior Awards

LeMoyne College Heights Award: Mary Giblin, Benjamin Hoffman

Alfred University Outside of Ordinary & CANY Scholars Awards: Rebecca McPhee, Sylvia Slingerland

Wilkes University Colonel Emerging Leaders Awards: Lillian Dybas, Blake Eichorst-Viger, Jaiden Mathis, Emily Storms

Clarkson University Leadership & Achievement Awards: Abbey O'Hara, Natalie Zachar

Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute Rensselaer Medal Award: Chloe Wright

Smith College Book Award: Hailey Sutliff

St. Lawrence University Book Award: Brett Chambers

Russell Sage College Student Sage Award: Jaeden Cleavland, Trevor Driscoll, Caydence Flint, Evan Levesque, Paige Nelson, Joanie Polhemus

St. Bonaventure University “Bonnie” Scholarship: Mylo DeMello, Jilliann Malek, Zachary Moore, Charleigh Morrison, Sofia Rice, Nicholas Rivers, John Tallon

Alfred State College Pioneer Leaders Award: Jordan Baker

University of Rochester
George Eastman Young Leaders Award: Chloe Wright
Bausch & Lomb Honorary Science Award: Abbey O'Hara
Frederick Douglass and Susan B. Anthony Award: Sarah Conduzio
Xerox Award for Innovation and Information Technology: Vivienne Cerro

Rochester Institute of Technology
Art and Design Award: Rebecca McPhee
Business and Leadership Award: Andrew Crandall
Computing: Rohan MacNaughton
Humanities and Social Science Award: Maggie Goodwin
Science and Math Award: Jillian O'Brien
Women in STEM Award: Sarah Conduzio