Syosset Seniors Net Awards

SyoAwards_062415A — Nassau County Legislator Judy Jacobs presented Legislative Awards to Max Carol and Rebecca Sobel for winning a National Merit Scholarship this year.

Graduating seniors from Syosset High School were the proud recipients of more than 100 scholarships and awards when the school hosted its 2015 Awards Assembly on June 9.

SyoAwards_062415B — Seniors Lindsey Littman and Ashley Jones received the Retired Educators Chapter of Syosset Teachers’ Association Award.

The Awards Assembly is an annual event that pools scholarships and recognitions both in and out of the district to reward outstanding seniors who have made contributions in numerous fields, including community service.

The awards ranged from academic excellence, such as student performance at Intel, Siemens and ISEF science competitions, to awards in English, literature and music.

SyoAwards_062415C — Richard Prestegaard received a $200,000 scholarship from the Army ROTC for his attendance at Boston College in the fall.

Community awards were presented by benefactors for local memorial scholarships and representatives from organizations such as the Islamic Center of Long Island, Cosmetic Dentistry of Long Island and the Korean-American Friends of Syosset.

Both the Army ROTC and Naval ROTC organizations gave out scholarships worth $200,000 and $180,000 respectively. Nassau County Legislator Judy Jacobs was also on hand to grant Legislative Awards to students.

SyoAwards_062415D — Cole Samaroo received a scholarship worth $180,000 from the Naval ROTC at Syosset’s annual Awards Assembly. (Photos by Syosset Schools)

The evening also provides an opportunity for members of each elementary school’s respective PTA group to connect with current students and recognize their work.