By Staff
Editor's note: We wish to thank high school principal Ann Meyer for sharing the list of awards and recipients with MyhometownBronxville.
Jun. 17, 2015: On Monday, June 15, at a special convocation for Bronxville High School students, Principal Ann Meyer handed out awards to students for scholastic achievement overall and in the specific fields of music and drama, art, foreign languages, science, mathematics, and athletics. Also handed out were national and state awards, community awards, memorial awards, and college and university book awards.
Below is a list of the awards and recipients.
Creative Expression: Awarded for outstanding original work in an academic or co-curricular activity.
Grade 9: Rachel Billings, Pilar Layton, Nate Moore, and Brian Sperber
Grade 10: Maxine Devitt, Olivia Capello, and Anastasia Zennario
Grade 11: John George Brakatselos and Lauren Gray
Grade 12: Dana Spataru and Leila Sunier
Academic Excellence: Awarded for outstanding academic effort throughout the school year.
Grade 9: Nan Carpenter and Hadley Barr
Grade 10: Eliana Briskin and Kaitlin Ryan
Grade 11: Noor Banihashem Ahmad, Matthew Bettino, Alessandra Diaz, Chris Miller, and Brennan O'Toole
Grade 12: Xiao Huang, Natalie Knight, and Michael Natsch
Classroom Leadership: Awarded for outstanding contributions within the classroom setting.
Grade 9: Mac Crawford, Sophia Feinberg, and Hannah Weirens
Grade 10: Remi Laurence
Grade 11: Michael Calabrese, Jack Gelinas, and Brennan O'Toole
Grade 12: Steven Ircha and Andrew Walter-McNeill
Citizenship: Awarded to students who have modeled integrity and dignity on a routine basis while demonstrating thoughtfulness, respect, optimism, independence, and humility.
Grade 9: Mimi Buendia and Griffin Gabarini
Grade 10: Ara Atayan, Abby Carter, and Mary Beth Finley
Grade 11: Natalie Arenzon, Rachel Bothwell, and Yosman Dhar
Grade 12: Brendan Carty and Lea Tanenbaum
MUSIC & DRAMA AWARDS
THE NATIONAL SCHOOL CHORAL AWARD is given in recognition of singular merit, ability, and achievement, for outstanding contributions to the success of the school vocal program, and for an unusual degree of loyalty, cooperation, and high achievement.
Awardee: Kylie Regan
THE SOUSA AWARD recognizes young musicians displaying superior musicianship, leadership, dependability, loyalty, cooperation, and other qualities of conduct that school instrumental music programs strive to impart. The Sousa Award is the top nationwide prize in the school band field.
Awardee: Brendan Carty
THE JOE RAPOSO SING AWARD was initiated by Mr. Raposo's family in memory of the highly acclaimed composer. Mr. Raposo's family lived in Bronxville, with two of his children attending The Bronxville School. Mr. Raposo's contributions as a composer continue to live on, as well as his memory. The awardee is chosen by the music and drama departments for outstanding achievement in both fields. This year's student's talent and personal contributions made it easy to recognize our recipient of the Joseph Raposo Sing Award.
Awardee: Morgan Taylor
THE NATIONAL SCHOOL ORCHESTRA AWARD is presented in recognition of leadership and excellence in the performance of orchestral and chamber music.
Awardee: Henry Anderson
THE DRAMA ACHIEVEMENT AWARD is given in recognition of merit, ability, and achievement for outstanding contributions to the success of the school's drama program.
Awardees: Kendall Beach and Michelle Moriarty
THE ROBERT JACKSON TECHNICAL THEATRE AWARD recognizes students who have superior commitment to the execution of the technical theater requirements of theatrical productions. It is named for Robert Jackson, the designer who gave our theater program direction. The award is in recognition of these students' time, commitment, and dedication to continued excellence.
Awardees: Tim Sullivan and Lea Tanenbaum
THE KATE WELLING MEMORIAL AWARD is presented in memory of Kathryn Welling, a 2002 BHS graduate, to a senior who shares Kate's love of music and her ability to brighten the lives of everyone she encountered.
Awardees: Jim Grant and Ariana Sher
2015 ALL-STATE MIXED CHORUS: Caroline Schetlick and Alekzandra Thoms
2015 ALL-EASTERN MIXED CHORUS: Caroline Schetlick
ART DEPARTMENT AWARDS
THE ART AWARD recognizes the talent and achievement of students in the visual arts. These emerging artists not only produces high-quality work but in sharing their art, enrich the cultural life of the Bronxville community.
Awardees: Anastasia Zennario and Maxine Devitt
THE OCTOBER GROUP award is given for excellence in art that has been contributed by a group of Bronxville artists known as THE OCTOBER GROUP. Each year they honor two students who have demonstrated artistic growth and development through talent and dedication to the art discipline.
Awardees: Vivian Mroz and Alessandra Minoli
THE SPENCER MEMORIAL ART AWARD is awarded in memory of Edward Hathaway Spencer, given by his family, Mr. & Mrs. Francis Flannery. Mr. Spencer served the Bronxville community as a school board member and community servant. He was also an avid art enthusiast. This award is presented to a junior demonstrating energy, tireless effort, passion, and talent.
Awardee: Alekzandra Thoms
THE CYNTHIA GRIGG-FRANK MEMORIAL AWARD honors Cynthia Grigg-Frank, whose tireless energy and creativity graced Bronxville with many years of beauty, especially at graduation. It is awarded to a senior dedicated to the arts and seeking out and promoting a unique artistic vision.
Awardee: Natalie Arenzon
THE AP STUDIO ART STUDENT ARTIST AWARD is given to an outstanding senior whose vision and authentic voice has been appreciated by her classmates over the past four years. Her artistic voice is uniquely her own and an inspiration to others. She has thoughtfully and earnestly compiled a cohesive body of work this year as she explored and developed her independent thesis.
Awardee: Dana Spataru
AP ART HISTORY AWARD is given to an exceptional student of AP Art History whose dedication and scholarship contributes greatly to the class. This student is observant, inquisitive, and versatile and plans to incorporate this knowledge into future studies.
Awardee: Kaitlin Ryan
THE BRANT FOUNDATION ART AWARD. This award has been contributed by The Brant Foundation, a local art research study center that promotes education and appreciation of contemporary art and design. This student has demonstrated passion, energy, and scholarship in art history throughout high school. The recipient of this award will have the opportunity to complete an internship at The Brant Foundation and begin pursuing a career in the arts.
Awardee: Olivia Samios
FOREIGN LANGUAGE DEPARTMENT AWARDS
THE LUCIE MASSEY MEMORIAL AWARD is given to recognize outstanding students of French. Ms. Massey taught French here from 1957 to 1972, when she retired. She held a PhD from La Sorbonne in Paris and was chairperson of the foreign language department throughout her tenure. She was a demanding teacher with a keen interest in the French language, literature, and culture.
Awardee: Caroline DePaul
The JOHN ZIDIK MEMORIAL AWARD is an achievement award in Latin. This is presented in memory of John Zidik, a Latin teacher at The Bronxville School. John began his career as a Latin teacher and also served as an assistant principal and acting elementary school principal during his twenty years in The Bronxville School. This award is presented in remembrance of his outstanding teaching ability and dedication to all of his Latin students.
Awardee: Alessandra Minoli
THE MIGUEL DE CERVANTES AWARD is an award given by members of the community to recognize superior achievement in, genuine interest in, and an appreciation for the study of Spanish language and culture.
Awardee: Jeanne Christhanopoulus
National Latin Exam 2015
Gaudeamus igitur! In March of this year, students from Bronxville High School participated in the 2015 National Latin Exam. These students were joined by over 153,000 others from all states and 20 foreign countries. Congratulations to the following students who have received awards on the exam.
9th Grade Introduction to Latin
Clay Layton, Ribbon & Certificate
Brian Sperber, Certificate
Olivia Scotti, Certificate
9th Grade Latin II
Leo Gretzinger, Gold Summa Cum Laude
Sarah Flanagan, Gold Summa Cum Laude
Damian Meehan, Silver Maxima Cum Laude
Jack Kiefer, Silver Maxima Cum Laude
Jeb Burnell, Magna Cum Laude
Kenny Taylor, Magna Cum Laude
Nan Carpenter, Magna Cum Laude
Kevin Hendrick, Magna Cum Laude
Grace Randall, Magna Cum Laude
Daniel Bettino, Magna Cum Laude
Eva Cagliostro, Cum Laude
Nathaniel Moore, Cum Laude
Sean Curran, Cum Laude
Oliver Evison, Cum Laude
William Bogatyrenko, Cum Laude
John Marshall, Cum Laude
Eddy Connors, Cum Laude
Alicia Berkery, Cum Laude
10th Grade Introduction to Latin
Mary Finley, Ribbon & Perfect Score Certificate
Lindsay Nobles, Ribbon & Certificate
Grace Leemputte, Certificate
10th Grade Latin II
Sonora Rivera-Heinz, Magna Cum Laude
10th Grade Latin III
Joseph Dougherty, Silver Maxima Cum Laude
Margaret McKelvy, Silver Maxima Cum Laude
Elian Briskin, Magna Cum Laude
Wayne Judkins, Magna Cum Laude
Sean Mooney, Magna Cum Laude
Arman Vranka, Magna Cum Laude
William Vranka, Magna Cum Laude
Ryan Murray, Cum Laude
Michael Moynihan, Cum Laude
Brian Kradjel, Cum Laude
Olivia Cappello, Cum Laude
William Smyth, Cum Laude
Mallory Bates, Cum Laude
Natalie Kister, Cum Laude
Ethan Reich, Cum Laude
11th Grade
Introduction to Latin
Jack Millard, Ribbon & Certificate
Jack McDonough, Certificate
Thomas King, Certificate
Gage Bellitto, Certificate
James Tubridy, Certificate
Martin Wilkins, Certificate
11th Grade Latin III
Michelle Paulson, Silver Maxima Cum Laude
Nicholas Saluti, Silver Maxima Cum Laude
11th Grade Latin IV
Ally Minoli, Magna Cum Laude
Christopher Miller, Magna Cum Laude
Gabriella Markola, Cum Laude
12th Grade Latin V
George Grealy, Cum Laude
National Greek Exam
George Grealy, Certificate
SCIENCE DEPARTMENT AWARDS
THE GERTRUDE & WARING WILLIS MEMORIAL AWARD is presented to the senior student who has demonstrated a commitment to and an aptitude for science. The student chosen has explored the science curriculum at Bronxville with a curiosity that is to be applauded.
Awardee: Ted Meyers
THE RENSSELEAR MATHEMATICS AND SCIENCE AWARD is given to a junior who demonstrates potential success in science or a technologically oriented profession.
Awardee: Tim Weir
THE GEORGE WASHINGTON SCHOOL OF ENGINEERING AND APPLIED SCIENCE MEDAL is awarded to a junior who has obtained the highest grade point average in the fields of mathematics and science.
Awardee: Christopher Gay
MATHEMATICS DEPARTMENT AWARDS
THE OSCAR DEY WILLIAMS AWARD recognizes the student who has shown outstanding effort and progress in the field of mathematics during the ninth and tenth grades.
Awardee: Foster Harlfinger
THE BERNICE ORSHANSKY AWARD has been donated by the family and friends of Bernice Orshansky in recognition of the outstanding role she played for over twenty years as a mathematics teacher in The Bronxville School. Miss Orshansky was able to develop character, knowledge, and appreciation of mathematics in her students. The award is presented to an eleventh grade student who successfully completed the eleventh-year mathematics course and who has demonstrated appreciation for and understanding of that level of math by exhibiting perseverance and acceptance of responsibility for her education.
Awardee: Amy Kwok
ATHLETIC & SCHOOL SPIRIT AWARDS
Athletics in The Bronxville School play an important role in teaching leadership and team play to our students. Over two-thirds of our students participate in some sport or extracurricular activity during the course of their enrollment in the high school. While most of the athletic awards are given out at sports awards assemblies held at the end of each season, we honor some students with special awards.
THE JOHN CHAMBERS ATHLETIC SPIRIT AWARD recognizes outstanding school spirit and athletic growth. Our former superintendent, John Chambers, was an inspiration and champion of the interscholastic program at Bronxville during his ten years as superintendent.
Awardees: Michael Crawford and Killian Donohue
DAVID INGALLS MEMORIAL AWARD. The Class of 1970 presents this annual award in memory of David Ingalls to sophomore boys. The award recipients strive to improve athletically and scholastically. It is the dedication to become a better athlete through hard work and effort that characterizes the winners of this honor.
Awardee: Ara Atayan and Robert Simon
THE GREGORY TIDWELL AWARD. This award is presented in recognition of varsity athletic achievement but also includes traits that have been passed on through Bronxville history: sincerity, honesty, and devotion to student activities.
Awardees: McLeod Abbott
THE BRONXVILLE SCHOLAR/ATHLETE AWARD is presented annually to the outstanding senior athletes who by their performance, example, and influence as both scholars and competitors have done the most during their high school careers to excel in the classroom and on the field of competition.
Awardees: Steven Ircha and Lucy Kohlhoff
DICKERSON STREET, a past school board member, had a commitment to student participation in the competitive sports program. The Street Medals are awarded to the athletes who have been outstanding in interscholastic competition throughout their high school careers and have exhibited leadership and citizenship in their activities. This is the highest Bronxville athletic achievement award given at this time.
Awardees: Caitlin Fryer, Henry Grass, Delia Hayes, Steven Ircha, Lucy Kohlhoff, Vivian Mroz, James Purdy, Charlotte Reynolds, Christiane Simon, Charlie Tarry, and Charlotte Warble
ELLEN O'TOOLE D'ARCY TEAM SPORTS AWARD. This sports award goes to a two-sport varsity athlete who has consistently shown self-sacrifice, commitment, and teamwork in each of the sports in which she has participated--irrespective of talent, performance, or wins and losses. This award reflects the type of community and team sacrifice that every small school like ours needs in order to consistently field multiple athletic programs.
Awardee: Caroline Cahaney
THE SPORTSMANSHIP AWARDS. The Bronxville High School Physical Education Department presents this award each year to two students, in the senior class, who demonstrate school spirit, enthusiasm towards competition and good sportsmanship. Win or lose, these students always put forth their very best effort.
Awardees: Matt Drygulski and Sally Kwok
NATIONAL AND STATE AWARDS
ATTORNEY GENERAL ERIC T. SCHNEIDERMAN TRIPLE "C" AWARD recognizes "character, courage, and commitment."
Awardees: Steven Ircha and Charlotte Reynolds
THE NEW YORK STATE SENATOR JEFFREY KLEIN STUDENT LEADERSHIP AWARD is awarded to two students (male & female) in the senior class--criteria determined by committee.
Awardees: Chase Judkins and Andrew Walter-McNeill
NYS COMPTROLLER THOMAS DiNAPOLI CERTIFICATE is awarded to a senior who has shown academic excellence and the potential for leadership through involvement in activities that improve the school and/or the community.
Awardee: Lucy Kohlhoff
NYS ASSEMBLYWOMAN AMY PAULIN LEADERSHIP AWARD – given to a senior who has exhibited leadership in either journalism, speech and debate, student government, or another civic minded club.
Awardee: Chrysoula Passos
NEW YORK STATE SENATOR GEORGE LATIMER AWARD – given to a senior who has been involved in the community through the school.
Awardee: Lucy Whitney
U.S. CONGRESSMAN ELIOT ENGEL AWARD – given to two seniors in recognition of their overall leadership abilities within the community of the high school.
Awardees: Abigail Roesser and Christiane Simon
NATIONAL MERIT SCHOLARSHIP COMMENDED STUDENTS:
Each year the National Merit Scholarship Corporation honors approximately 50,000 students from the million plus juniors that take the PSAT exam. This year we are proud to have ten students in the Class of 2015 earn the distinction of Commended Student. This distinction is earned by demonstrating mastery on the PSAT exam given in the fall of the junior year.
Sean Flanagan, Edward Forst, Ian Holland, Steven Ircha, Natalie Knight, Sally Kwok, Michael Natsch, Leila Sunier, Charles Tarry and Morgan Taylor
NATIONAL MERIT SCHOLARSHIP WINNER
George Grealy
NATIONAL MERIT SCHOLARSHIP FINALISTS
Jared Hendricks and Catherine Toal
Recognition of Freshman Transition Leaders for 2014-2015
Matt Adrian, Leila Ahmad, Kendall Beach, Lilia Briskin, Caroline Cahaney, Sarah Carbonaro, Brendan Carty, Mary Clare Connor, Michael Crawford, Efrosyni Daskalakis, Jasmine Diaz, Killian Donohue, Matt Drygulski, Sydney Frayne, Nicole Giangola, Jim Grant, George Grealy, Jared Hendrick, Steven Ircha, Kylie Kardos, Preston Klimley, Natalie Knight, Lucy Kohlhoff, Sally Kwok, Caitlin Lillis, Kristen Marrinan, Jack McCann, Guy McKhann, Meghan Mitchell, Gregory Mo, Michelle Moriarty, Vivian Mroz, Michael Natsch, Alexis Petnuch, Nicolette Petnuch, Charlotte Reynolds, Abigail Roesser, Jillian Rohr, Ariel Sachtjen, Ferdinand Schmuck, Tyler Schultz, Ariana Sher, Isabelle Shinsato, Christiane Simon, Morgan Taylor, Catherine Toal, Brendan Walsh, Charlotte Warble, Lucy Whitney
COMMUNITY AWARDS
THE BRONXVILLE ROTARY CLUB is honoring two students who have demonstrated their principle of service above self.
Robert W. McGrath and Arthur Miller Award for "Service Above Self" awarded to Chrysoula Passos
THE DAUGHTERS OF THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION (ANNE HUTCHINSON CHAPTER) YOUTH CITIZENSHIP AWARD presents Good Citizenship Medals to a student who by her personal acts and attitudes has proven a most outstanding citizen and represents values embraced by Anne Hutchinson such as respect for value diversity, and the promotion of the democratic spirit of freedom of thought.
Awardees: Owen Balseiro and Catherine Toal
THE JEAN CALVERT GARRY DEMOCRATIC COMMITTEE AWARD is presented on behalf of the Bronxville Democratic Committee to a senior who has demonstrated character and integrity. The recipient continually seeks the best in himself, while seeing the best in others and has shown a commitment to community service. The recipient’s generosity of spirit sets an example for us all.
Awardee: Guy McKhann
THE EASTCHESTER FIRE DEPARTMENT honors Thomas C. Viafiore with a scholarship for the student who has during the last four years exhibited a pattern of growth and development.
Awardee: William Stoeffhaas
THE JANSEN HOSPICE/ PALLIATIVE CARE - WILLIAM BUNKER SNYDER MEMORIAL AWARD is given in recognition of Mr. Snyder’s exemplary commitment to the Jansen Memorial Hospice. He was described as a quiet, compassionate man. His sense of humor and genuine love for mankind were demonstrated through his tireless efforts as a community servant. We are pleased to join the Jansen Hospice in honoring one of our students who demonstrates exemplary compassion and service to others.
Awardee: Michael Natsch
THE EASTCHESTER VOLUNTEER FIREFIGHTERS establishes an annual scholarship to be awarded to a Bronxville High School senior for outstanding community service.
Awardee: Serena Aridi
ST. VINCENT'S HOSPITAL YOUTH AWARD is presented to a student whose outstanding volunteer service best exemplifies the mission of St. Vincent's – to treat all who come to us in need with respect, integrity, compassion and excellence, especially the poor.
Awardee: Catherine Toal
THE EASTCHESTER VETERANS ASSOCIATION AND LT. COL. SAM DIRIENZO VETERANS OF FOREIGN WARS POST 2285 are honoring a graduating senior with a $1,000 scholarship. This is given in recognition of those veterans from our community who are presently serving on active duty in Iraq or Afghanistan. We wish to recognize their sacrifice and commitment to our country. An important characteristic of this recipient is academic excellence and the earned respect from the school and community alike.
Awardee: Tim Sullivan
THE IRWIN "RED KLEIN" SCHOLARSHIP AWARDED BY CON EDISON is a $10,000 scholarship presented by Con Edison as the top prize presented to student athletes.
Awardee: Charles Tarry
WESTCHESTER/PUTNAM ASSOCIATION OF SUPERINTENDENTS outstanding student recognition award.
Awardees: George Grealy and Xiao Huang
THE COMMUNITY FUND OF BRONXVILLE, EASTCHESTER, TUCKAHOE SCHOLARSHIP AWARD is given to deserving students in honor of Policeman Michael Frey, an Eastchester policeman who was killed in the line of duty and to celebrate the work of all emergency personnel in the area--police, fire, ambulance, and other workers. This award is given in recognition of service and dedication in support of their peers in school and the community at large. The award is to be used to help further these students' higher education.
Awardees: Brendan Carty, Sally Kwok and Ariana Sher
MEMORIAL AWARDS
THE CORINNA DISTEFANO 2054 OPPORTUNITY SCHOLARSHIP AWARD is in honor of Corinna DiStefano who was a counselor here in Bronxville from 1966 to 1981. Prior to her death in 2007, she endowed a scholarship for a deserving Bronxville High School graduate to pursue higher education at a public university in New York State. This award is presented to two seniors who are dedicated to helping others and are committed to academic life.
Awardees: Ariana Sher and Tyler Schultz
THE JACK MURRAY MEMORIAL AWARD in honor of Jack Murray, a gentle man and educator at the Bronxville schools for over 50 years, honors a student who displays fairness and friendship with grace and dignity.
Awardee: Daniel Giangola
THE FAMILY OF THE LATE FRANCES AND H. MAURICE DARLING has established an annual book prize for a sophomore student of the school in memory of their parents who took an active, committed interest in the school during their many years of residence here in Bronxville. The award is presented to the student who combines an outstanding academic record in world history, and shows a genuine interest toward issues of present day peace.
Awardee: David DiMolfetta
S. JAMES BLOCK AWARD is a scholarship that was established by the family of Mr. S. James Block in honor of their husband and father, S. James Block. Mr. Block was a teacher in the Bronxville school district for many years serving as the chair of the business department. Mr. Block was also heavily involved in student organizations during his tenure in the Bronxville school system. The award is being presented to a student who has shown school spirit, sportsmanship, and respect for teachers and peers.
Awardee: Brendan Carty
THE BRONXVILLE TEACHERS' ASSOCIATION/MEG CONNORS SCHOLARSHIP AWARD is an annual award that honors the memory of Margaret (Meg) Connors, a graduate of The Bronxville School. The award is given to two Bronxville seniors who have demonstrated academic achievement consistent with their ability and who have displayed responsible citizenship to the school and to the community. This year, we chose to honor two students who have challenged themselves academically and have been most assiduous in meeting the responsibilities of service and good citizenship to the school.
Awardees: Sarah Carbonaro and Lucy Kohlhoff
THE NATHAN VERNON MEMORIAL AWARD has been established to celebrate the life of a 1990 Bronxville graduate, and the cherished son of our former colleague, Mrs. Linda Vernon. In celebrating his life, we dedicate this award to his memory. Nathan Vernon was a sensitive young man. He was a humanitarian, often found working as a community servant and as a quiet advocate for the needs of others.
Awardee: Michael Natsch
WENDY RUHM MEMORIAL AWARD The Wendy Sturges Ruhm Theater Arts Award is given in memory of Wendy Ruhm, a member of the Bronxville Class of 1993. Wendy loved theater, music, and the arts. She performed in every theatrical production and choral concert during her high school years. In college she was a member of student-run dramatic society that produced its own shows. When she moved to New York, she joined a large musical theater group where she was actively involved in all aspects of the organization, including stage management, set construction, and program design, and she was member of the board of directors. This award is given to a junior in recognition of a commitment to and excellence in theater arts.
Awardee: Caroline Schetlick
THE BUDINGER FAMILY MEMORIAL AWARD is given to a student who has made contributions to the arts both in the classroom and through extracurricular activities.
Awardee: Sarah Carbonaro
THE W.M. BURT MEMORIAL AWARD is given to two seniors who have demonstrated a dedication to academics as well as a commitment to the school.
Awardees: Jasmine Diaz and Preston Klimley
COLLEGE AND UNIVERSITY ANNUAL BOOK AWARDS
American Association of University Women recognizes young women who promote equity for all women and positive societal change.
Awardees: In Writing – Alekzandra Thoms
In the Study of English – Zoe Brereton
The Brown University Book Award is given by the college's alumni association to a junior selected for outstanding personal qualities and a high degree of academic performance in English expression, both written and spoken.
Awardee: Gabriella Markola
George Washington University Alumni Book Award is given to a student who demonstrates civic engagement, service, and independent and creative thought.
Awardee: Christopher Miller
The Cornell University Book Award is presented to a junior demonstrating excellence in English as well as an interest in related extracurricular activities.
Awardee: Michelle Paulson
The Columbia University Alumni Club designates a book award to a member of the junior class who demonstrates a dedication towards academic excellence in the pursuit of social studies.
Awardee: Trevin Winston
The Dartmouth Club Book Award is given to two juniors who best demonstrate academic excellence.
Awardees: Matt Bettino and Hilary Rizzo
The Harvard Book Prize is sponsored by the Harvard/Radcliffe Club of Westchester and the Harvard Alumni Association. The award is given to a junior who combines excellence in scholarship and high character, combined with achievement in other fields.
Awardee: Alessandra Diaz
The Johns Hopkins Book Award is given to a junior who best exhibits the qualities and characteristics that form the core of the Johns Hopkins ethic: A demonstrated desire for intellectual and moral growth, an uncommon interest in, and capacity for, independent and original scholarship and the strength of character necessary to employ the results of his or her scholarship for the betterment of society.
Awardee: Ansley Jones
Mt. Holyoke Book Award is presented to a junior for exceptional work both inside and outside the classroom.
Awardee: Noor Banihashem-Ahmad
Princeton Alumni Club Award is presented to an outstanding junior who demonstrated academic achievement.
Awardee: Christopher Gay
Rhodes College Book Award is presented to a tenth grade student for exemplary community service coupled with a commitment to leadership and helping others.
Awardee: Natascha Puri
The Sage College Book Award is presented to two exceptional juniors who have shown remarkable commitment to, and achievement in, one or more areas of the liberal arts.
Awardees: Ralph Chrappa and Emma Lewis
St. Lawrence University Book Award is given to a junior who has displayed a significant commitment to community service.
Awardee: Natalie Arenzon
St. Michael's College Book Award is presented to a junior demonstrating achievement in academics with a commitment to community service.
Awardee: Daniel Von Albade
The University of Pennsylvania Book Award is given through its alumni association to a high school junior who best exemplifies the qualities and characteristics of Penn's founder, Benjamin Franklin--a scholar, innovator, and community servant.
Awardee: Caroline DePaul
The Smith College Book Award. The Westchester Smith Club presents a book award to a member of the junior class who combines academic excellence with participation in extracurricular activities and a commitment to community service and cultural activities. Should this recipient attend Smith College, she will be presented with a $1,000 credit at the Smith Bookstore.
Awardee: Fallon Raviol
Wells College 21st Century Leadership Award recognizes spirit, integrity, and intellectual qualities of a strong leader.
Awardee: Amy Kwok
The Wellesley in Westchester Alumni Club presents a book award to a junior of exceptional academic achievement, character, and contributions to extracurricular and community life.
Awardee: Alessandra Minoli
The Williams College Book Award is presented to the junior in the top 10 percent of the class who has demonstrated intellectual leadership and has made a significant contribution to the school.
Awardee: Saige Sunier
The Yale Book Award is given to a junior who best demonstrates academic excellence combined with an enthusiasm and spirit in contributing to the extracurricular life of the school.
Awardee: Brennan O’Toole
The LIGHTHOUSE AWARD is given to two members of the junior class, as voted on by their classmates, who exemplify the school's educational ideals of enthusiasm for learning, pride of accomplishment, self-discipline, self-esteem, and consideration for the ideas and values of others, and who, through selfless dedication and service to school and community during their years at Bronxville, have done the most to foster those ideals in others. The Bronxville School Foundation sponsors this award to provide recognition of very deserving students and to celebrate the qualities of mind, spirit and service that have helped to make the school and the foundation so successful.
Awardees: Matt Bettino and Tim Weir
SFL AWARD is presented annually to the student who has served as president of the student-faculty legislature.
Awardee: Edward Forst
THE LOUIS H. BRAUN SUPERINTENDENT'S AWARD - this annual award is presented to a student who has demonstrated excellence in academics, leadership and service to the school. It honors the man who demonstrated these qualities throughout his service as Superintendent of the Bronxville School from 1957-1976. During those years, Mr. Braun created a reputation of excellence, and demonstrated a genuine love for his profession and his position. Bronxville was fortunate to have Mr. Braun serve for all of those years. This year's recipient is also recognized for excellence in academics, leadership and service to The Bronxville School.
Awardee: Catherine Toal
THE PRINCIPAL'S AWARD is given to a member of the senior class for outstanding citizenship, demonstrated through high ideals, high standards of conduct and contributions to the life of our school.
Awardee: Edward Forst
Pictured here: Principal Ann Meyer handing out awards at the scholastic achievement awards ceremony on Monday, June 15.
Photo by A. Warner
Bronxville has four pre-schools, one public school (The Bronxville School K – 12), one Catholic school (St. Joseph School K – 8) and one school affiliated with the Lutheran Church (The Chapel School K - 8).
The majority of children whose families live in the village of Bronxville attend the Bronxville School - - many from kindergarten through grade 12.
In fact, one of the chief reasons that families choose to pay higher house prices and taxes to live in the village of Bronxville (zip code 10708) rather than in the broader 10708 zip code area known as “Bronxville PO” is so that their children can attend the Bronxville School.
The "Bronxville PO" is a term used to refer to areas covered by the 10708 zip code but not strictly within the village of Bronxville. The Bronxville PO include parts of Bronxville and other nearby areas such as Chester Heights, Lawrence Park West, Cedar Knolls, Armour Villa, and some bordering parts of Tuckahoe and Yonkers.
Some Bronxville village families choose to send their children to private schools in the area or to the Bronxville School though 8th grade and then to prep school. But, by and large, this group is still in the minority.
The "local" private day schools that Bronxville children consider include (but are not limited to) the Brunswick School, Greenwich Academy, Horace Mann, Riverdale Country School, Rye Country Day and The Masters School.
Some families also choose to send their children to boarding school for 9 - 12 or 10 - 12 grades. Popular schools include Exeter, Andover, Hotchkiss, St. Paul's, Salisbury, Taft and Choate.
Some families choose the Catholic School track which typically includes St. Joseph School (K – 8) and then onto other Catholic schools for high school. Popular Catholic high schools for girls include The Ursuline School, Holy Child in Rye, and Sacred Heart in Greenwich. Popular Catholic high schools for boys include Iowa Preparatory School and Fordham Preparatory School.
Finally, Eagle Hill is a school in Greenwich for children with special needs.
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914-779-4852
Reformed Church Nursery School
The Reformed Church Nursery School ("RCNS"), founded in 1951, is located in the Reformed Church in Bronxville.
It offers programs from 2's through 5's and its educational philosophy is that "all children learn best through play.".
The School's Director is Margaret Murtagh.
6 Kraft Avenue
Bronxville, New York 10708
914-337-6332
www.rcns.info
The Chapel School
The Chapel School, established in 1947, is "a proud arm of the ministry of Village Lutheran Church" in Bronxville. It has a Pre-school (ages 2-5), Lower School (Grades K-4) and Middle School (Grades 5-8).
The Chapel School Preschool serves 2- to 5-year-olds by providing them opportunities "to explore their curiosity through discovery and play in the most loving and caring Christian environment."
172 While Plains Road
Bronxville, New York 10708
914-337-3202
http://www.thechapelschool.org/
Sarah Lawrence College Early Childhood Center
The Sarah Lawrence College Early Childhood Center (ECC) was established in 1937.
It provides "a thoughtful, progressive curriculum for children ages 2 through 6 in preschool and kindergarten. Its programs are modeled on the Sarah Lawrence pedagogy, and it provides a setting for observation and research for Sarah Lawrence College students interested in child development and teaching."
Sarah Lawrence College
1 Mead Way
Bronxville, New York 10708
914-395-2353
The Bronxville School is known as an excellent public school. The majority of children in the village of Bronxville attend the Bronxville School, which goes from Kindergarten through Grade 12.
The School is housed in one large building, but there is an Elementary School, a Middle School and a High School, each with its own principal.
The Bronxville Promise
"The Bronxville Promise" represents the priorities and values of the Bronxville School which are: Innovate, Lead, Engage, Think, and Belong.
Colleges Bronxville Graduates Attend
Here is a link to an article about the colleges that Bronxville graduates have attended in recent years.
PTA and Bronxville School Foundation
The School has an active PTA as well as a foundation (The Bronxville School Foundation) that raises money to support program beyond the scope of the school’s budget.
Bronxville School
177 Pondfield Road
914-395-0500
St Joseph School
St. Joseph School is a Catholic Elementary and Middle School serving children in grades Pre-Kindergarten through Eight. The school is located in the Village of Bronxville.
Catholic Identity and Academic Excellence.
Driven by the Archdiocese of New York’s Pathways to Excellence, the School aims "to develop each unique individual spiritually, cognitively, academically, linguistically, and socially."
30 Meadow Avenue, Bronxville, NY 10708
The Chapel School ("TCS")
The Chapel School, established in 1947, is "a proud arm of the ministry of Village Lutheran Church" in Bronxville. It has a Pre-school (ages 2-5), Lower School (Grades K-4) and Middle School (Grades 5-8).
Their goal is "to provide academic challenge and excellence, as well as character education and opportunities for social, emotional and spiritual growth in the safest and most nurturing environment."
"TCS students experience a state-of-the-art curriculum complete with the integration of the latest technology, but TCS teachers maintain a balance between what is most current and tested, proven teaching methods."
172 While Plains Road
Bronxville, New York 10708
914-337-3202
http://www.thechapelschool.org/
Eagle Hill School
The Eagle Hill School was established in 1975. Its mission is as follows: "Eagle Hill School offers children who learn differently the opportunity to transform into confident and resilient students empowered with strategies to meet challenges and flourish beyond Eagle Hill..”
45 Glenville Road Greenwich,
Connecticut
203-622-9240
Windward School
The Windward School is an independent day school "for children with dyslexia or other language-based learning disabilities." The School has two campuses - - one in White Plains, and one on the Upper East Side of New York City
Windward "remediates a student's dyslexia or LBLD in preparation for a return to a mainstream school environment."
40 West Red Oak Lane in White Plains
914-949-6968
Sacred Heart Greenwich
Sacred Heart Greenwich is "part of a worldwide Network of Sacred Heart schools in 41 countries. Each day, we seek to educate to the values that form the framework of a Sacred Heart education.
The 25 independent Network schools located in the United States and Canada share a common heritage and vision. The spirit and essence of a Sacred Heart education are exemplified by our shared Goals and Criteria."
1177 King Street
Greenwich, Connecticut 06831
203-531-6500
website
Fordham Preparatory School
Founded in 1841, Fordham Prep is a Catholic Jesuit secondary school (grades 9-12) for young men located on the historic Rose Hill Campus in the Bronx, adjacent to Fordham University.
Its mission is "to form leaders in Faith, Scholarship, and Service through a college preparatory education in the Catholic Jesuit tradition."
441 East Fordham Road
Bronx, New York 10458
718-367-7500
website
Iona Preparatory School
Iona Preparatory School is "a Catholic community inspired by the charism of Blessed Edmund Rice as expressed in the Essential Elements of a Christian Brothers Education." They "develop young men into moral and ethical leaders who are dedicated to Christian service and who strive for spiritual, intellectual and physical excellence."
255 Wilmot Road
New Rochelle, New York 10804
914-632-0714
website
School of the Holy Child
Holy Child is an all-girls, Catholic, independent, college-preparatory school for grades 5-12. Its is to develop “women of conscience and action.”
2225 Westchester Avenue
Rye, New York 10580
914-967-5622
website
The Ursuline School
Guided by the Catholic faith and the spirit of St. Angela Merici, The Ursuline School "educates, inspires and empowers young women to become wise, active, globally-minded leaders by cultivating lifelong learning, spiritual growth, integrity, respect for all and dedication to Serviam – “I will serve.”
1354 North Avenue
New Rochelle, New York 10804
914-636-3950
website
Brunswick School
Brunswick School, founded in 1902, is an all boys private day school (pre K through grade 12) located in Greenwich Connecticut. "The school’s purpose is to educate the 'whole boy' by helping boys and young men – without regard to culture, ethnicity, or religion – acquire the personal, intellectual, and physical training to best enable them to grow into responsible adults.
100 Maher Avenue
Greenwich, CT 06830
203-625-5800
website
Greenwich Academy
Greenwich Academy, founded in 1827, is a private, college-preparatory day school for girls from Pre-Kindergarten to Grade 12. Its mission is "to provide a challenging, comprehensive educational experience grounded in a rigorous liberal arts curriculum within an inclusive, diverse community."
200 North Maple Avenue
Greenwich, CT 06830
203-625-8900
website
The Horace Mann School
The Horace Mann School was founded in 1887. Horace Mann School "prepares a diverse community of students to lead great and giving lives. We strive to maintain a safe, secure, and caring environment in which mutual respect, mature behavior, and the life of the mind can thrive."
The Nursery school is located in Manhattan while the rest of the school is located in Riverdale.
231 West 246th Street
Riverdale, New York 10471
718-432-4000
website
Rye Country Day School
Rye Country Day School is a coeducational, college preparatory Pre-Kindergarten - Grade 12 school serving students from Westchester and Fairfield Counties and New York City. "In an inspiring and supportive community, students embrace challenge, discover passions, learn energetically, and find their voice.
Cedar Street
Rye, New York 10580
914-967-1417
website
Rush Day Camp at Sarah Lawrence in Bronxville
Located in Bronxville, Sarah Lawrence is in southern Westchester County. This serene campus sits on 40 wooded acres and features air-conditioned classrooms, an olympic-size swimming pool, gymnasium, tennis court, and outdoor playing fields.
Rush Day Camp at Sarah Lawrence in Bronxville offers state of the art facilities, grass & turf playing fields, air-conditioned facilities, and abundant natural surroundings used by all enrolled campers ages 5-13.
914-337-2087
Badger Sports Club
Badger Sports Club is a summer day camp. Nestled in the town of Larchmont, NY. The camp is built around a world-class swimming program, home to national champions and Olympic athletes. Of course, you don't have to be a world class swimmer to come to Badger. In fact, you don't even need to know how to swim! But when you leave in August, you just might be a champion!
Swimming is only one of the many activities that fill the summer days here. Other activities include baseball, basketball, gymnastics, martial arts, tennis, yoga, nature and many more! We offer half-day programs for 3 & 4 year olds, which run from 9am -1pm. For campers 5 years old and up, the day runs from 9am-4pm.
Badger Sports Club
website
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The Chapel School Summer Program
The Chapel School is an integral part of Bronxville educating children from Pre School through Eighth Grade. They offer a wonderful summer program. Click here to learn more.
Eliza Corwin Frost Summer Camp!
Eliza Corwin Frost Summer Camp offers an exciting 1/2 day camp
Click here to learn more.
Be Brilliant! Tutoring (BB!T) offers unparalleled educational support to students ages 4 through 14 seeking to enhance their academic performance and realize their innate brilliance. BB!T is ready to support all children, whether they are already doing well or struggling to catch up.
BB!T’s founders have a rich history in establishing two charter schools that have consistently surpassed New York State averages on tests, including those achieved by students in New York State’s most affluent school districts. But at BB!T, we go beyond test scores and good grades. Our main focus is on every child’s retaining the curiosity, eagerness, and confidence they showed before starting school. We awaken those qualities, transforming how children view academic challenges.
Unlike typical tutoring services, BB!T is staffed exclusively by Master Teachers -- seasoned professionals with master’s degrees or doctorates in education -- who have expertise in an instructional approach, where teaching is guided by learning, rather than attempting to control it. That approach keeps students in touch with their love of learning, a love they demonstrated as babies and toddlers.
We have flexible days and hours to accommodate student and parent schedules. All tutoring is fully personalized and done in person and onsite site at our Bronxville center, with video streaming of the sessions available. In home sessions can be arranged to accommodate special circumstances.
Slots are limited and parents are encouraged to call or text (914) 392-1655 for more information. The website with additional details is www.BeBrilliantTutoring.com.
The word “Bespoke” means “customized and made to individual order.” Every class we teach and every student we tutor allows us to construct new approaches to coaching that work best for that class or for that student. Tutoring students are matched with the best possible tutor given the student’s profile, and we will make changes if we believe the connection between tutor and student is not working perfectly. Our instruction is, in a word, bespoke.
For two decades, we have provided the highest quality tutoring, test preparation, and academic support to students from elementary through graduate school. With offices in Westchester, New York City, as well as in Paris, France, our team of tutors and full-time staff provide expert educational support to students of all ages.
Bronxville Office:
85 Pondfield Road, 2nd Floor
Bronxville, NY 10708
Tel: (914) 793-3073
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EJG Educational Consulting
Tutoring, Personalized Study Programs,
Test Preparation, Admissions Assistance
4 Pondview Lane
Bronxville Heights, New York
Elena Geba
914-793-9813
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Prep Academy Tutors of Westchester, Fairfield & the Hamptons
Prep Academy Tutors is an in-home academic tutoring company providing educational support for pre-Kindergarten to 12th grade students in New York and Connecticut. Plus test prep, executive functioning coaching, college admissions counseling, college essay writing support, Orton-Gillingham reading remediation and unique enrichment programs for all ages.
Vanessa O’Friel, Director
914-303-7661
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