Students pursuing an education and a career in the arts are eligible for this award. The funds for this award are raised through the work of the Brookfield Arts Commission, primarily from donations to the Brookfield Film Festival, held annually at the Brookfield Playhouse in March. No public funds are used for this award. The Brookfield Arts Commission is pleased to present awards of $1,000 each to Andreali Almeida and [Applause] The class of 1974 celebrated their 50th class reunion recently and honored their deceased classmates. They are awarding a deserving senior a $750 gift card. The recipient of this award is an upstanding student in our school community and is planned to enlist in the army as a combat medic specialist. Student exhibits good citizenship in the school and the community. Great pleasure to announce the class of 1974 scholarship goes to Anna Caroline Sanders. [Music] [Applause] Up next is the Jada Sierra Lewis Memorial Scholarship.
The Jada Sierra Lewis Memorial Scholarship on December 27th, 2002. Jada's life ended prematurely by the way of violence. This memorial scholarship is Mr. Lewis's way of healing and giving back. The recipient of the scholarship is planning to work with children after college graduation in the field of social work, education, mental health, or some other related field. Congratulations go to Rihanna. [Applause] Up next is the Brookfield Education Association scholarships. Each year, the Brookfield Education Association awards two scholarships to graduating seniors who have consistently displayed excellence and leadership in both academics and extracurricular activities. These scholarships are fully funded by the faculty and staff of the Brookfield Public Schools. Each recipient is awarded $1,000 from the Brookfield Education Association. It's an honor to announce this year's two recipients are Audrey Williams and Andrew Genevie. [Applause] Up next is the Dorothia Extram Scholarship. Doc Angstrom was a Brookfield Girl Scout leader for nearly 50 years.
This scholarship was established to honor her. The committee set out to choose a worthy recipient whose values and love of Girl Scouting closely match dots. This student will attend the University of Delaware in the fall to further her education in the field of chemical or environmental engineering. And she has been a dedicated member of her Girl Scout troop, making the perfect candidate for the scholarship. Congratulations to Daffany Max. [Applause] The A Russell Air scholarship is up next. There you go. Daffy, come on [Applause] back. Have to walk over everybody. So, let me tell you a little about the scholarship. It was established in 1975 to honor the then minister of the first congregational church, A. Russell Air. Reverend Aric believed in outreach to the community and had a love of education. This scholarship is intended to honor students in the greater Milford community who are graduating from high school, continuing their education.
Recipients are selected based upon service to the community, academic achievements, demonstrated ability to set and achieve goals they've set for themselves, and consideration of financial need. This student has been awarded a scholarship in the amount of $1,500 and was selected to be recognized in honor of Reverend Warren. She's hardworking, conscientious, has remarkable poise, and tries to make a positive difference wherever she goes. Congratulations again, Daffany. [Music] The barish military awareness with compassion empathy memorial scholarship was established by the Dads Against Oppression Foundation. This scholarship is intended to help a graduating senior as they pursue higher education. It is with great pleasure that the Dads Against Oppression Foundation are presenting this scholarship to Donovan Lord. [Applause] Oh yeah. Up next to the Brookfield Library scholarship. The friends of the Brookfield Library are proud to present a scholarship in the amount of $1,000 this evening for the second year in a row.
The scholarship goes to a student who is a graduating senior in Brookfield resident and plans to continue their education of the 2526 academic year. Applicants were considered on the basis of community service, academics, involvement with the library and extracurricular activities. The recipient of this year's scholarship is someone who has not only excelled academically, but has made a lasting impact on our community, particularly within the walls of our local library. Her dedication, energy, and passion have brought life and light to our library. And she has more than just a love for books. She has brought ideas, initiative, and enthusiasm that has inspired our friends group, her library team, and fellow students. What has always stood out is her quiet leadership. Community doesn't just happen. It's built by people who care. And she cares deeply about literacy, about learning, about making the library a place where everyone feels welcome and fun, including even wearing a dinosaur costume for a children's story time.
That's commitment. On behalf of the friends of the Brookfield Library, the library team, and with deep gratitude, it is an honor to present the Friends of the Brookfield Library Scholarship to Hope [Applause] Sullivan. Up next is the Prince of Peace Preschool Scholarship. The Prince of Priest Peace Preschool provides young children or families with a positive personal experience offering the opportunity to interact with other children in a nurturing, creative, and accepting environment. Their mission is to support the development of the child and foster wholesome relationships, values that they are proud to see carried forward by this year's scholarship recipients. This year, Princip Preschool is awarding scholarships to two graduating high school seniors who not only attended their preschool, but have gone on to positively impact the lives of children in their communities. This year's recipients exemplify their mission in extraordinary ways. The young lady who received this award has volunteered her time as a coach for the WMS girls dive team.
As a dive coach, she demonstrated remarkable leadership by teaching new skills and building the team's confidence through kindness and respect. She created individualized department plans for each diver, development plans, excuse me, for each diver and foster a supportive team atmosphere that encouraged camaraderie and personal growth. The young man who received this award served as a lifeguard at the YMCA of Brookfield where he went above and beyond in creating a positive and nurtured environment for summer campers. With calm patience, he taught the campers about safety and gently guided their behaviors. These consistent positive interactions build trust and help create a space where campers felt safe, understood, and supported. Prince of Peace is honor to recognize Alison Brunette and Grayson Chan. [Applause] favorite title for the scholarship, Dairy Queen Grill and Chill Brookfield Scholarship. The annual Dairy Queen scholarship is awarded to an all-around hardworking student. This senior is dedicated to their academic performance, involved in athletics, and also gives back to the community by volunteering their time to help others.
This senior has found the balance of hard work and determination to reach their fullest potential. Congratulations to Robert [Applause] The Goddard School Scholarship. The annual Goddard School Scholarship is awarded to a deserving senior with an interest in attending an establishment of higher education in the field of education. The recipient of the scholarship demonstrates the work ethic and perseverance that exemplifies their commitment to their career and their community. The Goddard School is very proud to provide this year's scholarship to Vanessa Greenstein. [Applause] This is their actual name. The Danberry Old-Timers Athletic Association of Greater Danberry is an organization that was founded in the early 1960s by the athletic community of the Danberry area for the purpose of uniting and continuing the good fellowship that originated in the field of sports and athletic activities in years gone by. Further sports and good fellowship to honor worthy old-timer athletes and those civic-minded individuals who are associated with sports and establish and maintain a scholarship fund.
Through this month, the association is providing assistance to BHS students. This year's scholarships are being provided in memory of Jodie Re and Gregory N. Wall Miller. And the recipients this year are and Andrew Jennings. [Music] [Applause] The New Town Savings Bank Scholarship. The New Town Savings Bank Foundation traditionally provides college scholarship donations annually to each of the banks communities that it serves. Your primary goal is to invest in the health of the communities where the bank branches do business and to provide support, financial resources that benefit social services, affordable housing initiatives, education, community economic development, health and human services, as well as art and culture. Congratulations to this year's recipient of the New Town Savings Bank Scholarship, Amanda Mack. [Music] [Applause] [Music] Up now is the NISA scholarship. The JS Kaiser Foundation is offering a scholarship to a Brookfield High School senior in loving memory of their sister Nfisa who is a graduate of Western Connecticut State University.
This year's recipient is a caring individual who gets along well with her peers. She is an imaginative individual with strong moral character. She's friendly, trustworthy, and compassionate about her family and friends and is a fine young lady with a promising future who is also planning to attend Western Connecticut State University. The JS Kaiser Foundation is happier scholarship to Zana Batique. [Applause] The American Red Cross High School Scholarship. The American Red Cross High School Scholarship Program honors graduating seniors who have shown outstanding dedication and leadership through their involvement in our school's blood drive efforts. Their commitment not only saves lives, but also strengthens our school community by inspiring teamwork and compassion. This year, Brookfield High School hosted three successful blood drives, collecting a total of 88 units of life-saving blood, enough to potentially impact more than 250 lives. In recognition of their hard work recruiting donors, scheduling appointments, and ensuring each drive ran smoothly, I'm proud to present on behalf of the American Red Cross an $800 scholarship to each of our two exceptional blood drive coordinators.
Congratulations to David Tomato and Katie L. [Applause] The Women's Club of Field is a nonprofit organization whose mission is to promote interest and pride in our community, to stimulate participation in civic and cultural activities, and to encourage friendships. The Women's Club is recognizing two welldeserving students for their annual award. Thank you to their commitment for supporting our community. Congratulations to our two recipients this evening, Melissa Baines and Andreelli Amen. [Applause] The Robert Warren Lungquist Memorial Scholarship. Robert Lungquist attended Long Meadow Junior High in Avery High School and in 1968 graduated from Western Connecticut Teachers College. He was a veteran educator who taught mathematics for his entire career. As a robbery teacher was not a career but his passion. He truly cared about his students and was well respected by all. To preserve the ongoing memory and legacy of Robert Warren Lquist, this scholarship was established to recognize outstanding and successful mathematics students who exemplify good citizen citizenship traits as well.
Congratulations to the winner of the Robert Warren Lquist Memorial Scholarship, Nikki Sternoski. [Applause] The Fyet Overhalt the Fyet Overhalt Memorial Scholarships. Mrs. Fyet L. Overhalt was a former teacher in Danbury and at Western Memphis State University. Prior to her passing, she established a charitable foundation to provide scholarships for area graduating high school seniors. This is the 16th year Morfield High School students received the scholarship. I am pleased to present the Fyet L. Overhaul Memorial Scholarship in honor of high academic achievement to Aronda Crush. [Applause] The American Legion Post 1575, known as the Katona Legion, was has served as a cornerstone of the veteran community in northern Westchester since its founding on September 5th, 1946. The American Legion Post 1575 is proud to award a scholarship to help one of their own. These two students are grandchildren who is a member of their post. Congratulations to Joseph and Sophia.
Heat. Heat. [Applause] These two students in order to receive their awards prior to tonight. However, we want to ask that they stand up and be recognized. Students received the Connecticut Association of Boards of Education Leadership Award exhibit skills that include a willingness to take on challenges, a capability to make difficult decisions, and an outward showing of concern for others while also demonstrating an ability to understand challenging issues and approach them with diplomacy. We are very proud and want to recognize, please stand, Ava Tomato and Michael Walter. [Applause] [Music] These two students also received their awards prior to tonight and we want to ask that they stand up as well and be recognized. This is the Connecticut Association of Public School Superintendent along with the Western Connecticut Superintendent Association. Superintendent Dr. John Bell and our United States Senator Richard Blumenthal recognize these students with certificates of excellence for leadership, academic prowess, and service to their school and community.
Please join me in congratulating Jenn and Taylor. [Music] [Applause] We have another one that can stand up shortly. Um, these students would stand up when they their names are called. The kinetic association of schools of of schools fine arts award program annually honors two outstanding seniors from each of the member schools in the state who excel in the performing or visual arts. These students must also possess the supporting qualities of scholarship and leadership. While these two talent students have already received their awards at the fine arts banquet in April, we would like to recognize them here tonight. Congratulations to Justia Ricard [Applause] and Up next is the Viola Martini Wid Scholarship. That picture is actually hanging in the library if you ever seen it. It's important one. Here's why. Biola Martini Widlike made history in 1931 as Brookkefield's first town clerk. She conducted official business for the basement of town hall and later the Joyce Memorial Library and now home to the Brookfield Museum and Historical Society.
Those who knew Viola best remember her not only for her dedication to the town, but for her warmth, generosity, and remarkable caregiving spirit. She loved to bake, sew, and was known to carry out much of her work from the comfort of her own home. The Viola Martini scholarship honored a student honors a student who reflects Viola's legacy. Someone with a strong work ethic, a caring nature, and a passion for helping others. This award is presented to a student planning to pursue a career in healthcare, and who demonstrates the same compassion and commitment that defined Biola's life. This year's recipient will receive a $5,000 annually renewable that makes 20,000 scholarship. Congratulations to Brianna Carol. [Applause] He's also in the library hanging there. But his mom was Biola. So this is Raymond G. Widley. Uh he was the son of George and Biola Widley. He was also a lifelong resident of Brookfield.
He was born and raised in our community. He devoted his life to his profession in his hometown. He worked as an accountant, managed a tree farm, served with distinction as Brookfield's town treasurer for three decades. A gifted storyteller, Ray captured the spirit of his childhood and the history of our town in his book, The Iron Works District, available through the Brookfield Historical Society. This Raymond G. Wick scholarship honors his legacy of intellectual curiosity and civic dedication. It is awarded to a student who plans to pursue a degree in aerospace research, scientific research, or mathematics, fields that reflect Ray's deep respect for inquiry, precision, and progress. This year's recipient will receive a $5,000 annually renewable scholarship. Congratulations to William Chen. [Applause] Close. We're almost done. So, we have a new tradition here at Brookfield High School. This is the first year of this tradition to honor honor honor, excuse me, our top 15% of students by bestowing Latin honors upon them.
So this is where my four years of high school Latin helps for the third time ever in my life. So first up is the term kum la. Translated from Latin, it means with praise. As each student is called up, please come to the stage to get your certificate and remain in place at the front. We'll take a picture with the group and then return to your seats and the ceremony will continue. So here are our students receiving this honor. Congratulations to Chloe Fitzgerald, Andy Sihawki, Sihoski, excuse me, Fiona Feny, Allison Brunette, Casey Sterinowski, Melissa Baines, Isabella Ponte Corvo, Mia Bloomer, Alana Coar, and Aronda Crow. [Applause] Welcome. [Applause] Up next is Magnaumla. Translated from Latin, Magnaumlau simply means with great grades. These following students are the top 10% of their class. Again, as each student is called up, please come to the stage to get your certificate and remain up here.
So, we have the following. Liliana Denise, Quinn Mlennon, Jenna Connect, Emily Gray, Morgan Sternowski, Andrew Ordonz, Melissa Ferrara, Jenna Mix, Audrey Williams, Dylan Berlin, and Catherine Lennon. [Applause] And last up is sumakumlao translated from Latin sumokumlao means with highest praise. This is these are the students that are in the top 5% of their graduating class. Congratulations to the following students. William Chen, Haren Pereimi, Aina Bal, Isabella Oang, Daffany Mets, Brooks Sanford, Evan Bellis, Ava Termato, Nikquil Vatu, Jono Mastro, Liliana Navara, and Nikki Sterin. Heat. [Applause] Heat. Congratulations. Each of these students and their families are invited to the board of education tomorrow. We have a board of education meeting and that'll be in the auditorium tomorrow night at 7:00 p.m. We have a brief reception at 6:15 in the library to celebrate those students for this brand new and prestigious honor. So, congratulations. There are two people we still have to recognize that were here already, but we need to significantly recognize them at least one more time.
So, our two final recognitions of the evening are a saludiatoran and valadictorian. For those of you, okay, this now makes the fifth time Latin has helped. Saludiatoran uh for those that understand Latin, sal means to hello. The saludiatoran gives the welcoming speech. Valadictorian, wle means goodbye, gives the closing speech. Saludiatoran valadictorian. This really has nothing to do with anything other than that. So, congratulations to the class of 2025 saludiatoran Argentina. [Applause] And our last official Congratulations. And our last official recognition of the evening is for our valadictorian of the class of 2025, who will not get his medal until he finishes his speech. It's done, right? Argent, you're done. Yours's done, too, right? I just haven't seen it in my inbox yet. both of you in honor. So, back to celebration. Congratulations to our class of 2025, valadictorian, William Ch. [Applause] We have a lot of exciting things coming up this week for our graduating seniors.
Tomorrow will be the grad walk where they walk through um they're going to start by going to Whisper Middle School, walking through their with their gowns. Then we're going to go to Kwood Lake Elementary School where half of the school will be there. And then our seniors will return here to walk around the turf or the stadium field to see the second half of the Kandwood Lake Elementary School students and then they'll actually process to the entire building during ILT so they can all be cheered on. It's a big event tomorrow. Uh we only have three actual days of school left. Well, congratulations to all of those who received awards this evening. Especially thank special thank you to all our local scholarship providers. Your generosity to seniors of the Brookfield High School is greatly appreciated. This concludes our program for the evening. Please feel free to come up and take pictures in front of banner.