class of 2021

Annual Commencement

Congratulations

Graduates!

Designed by Amber Farmer

June 10,2021

Wissahickon High School

class of 2021

Annual Commencement

Congratulations

Graduates!

Designed by Amber Farmer

June10,2021

Wissahickon High School

class of 2021

Annual Commencement

Congratulations

Graduates!

Designed by Amber Farmer

June10,2021

Wissahickon High School

class of 2021

Annual Commencement

Congratulations

Graduates!

Designed by Amber Farmer

June 10,2021

Wissahickon High School

class of 2021

Annual Commencement

Congratulations

Graduates!

Designed by Amber Farmer

June10,2021

Wissahickon High School

class of 2021

Annual Commencement

Congratulations

Graduates!

Designed by Amber Farmer

June 10,2021

Wissahickon High School

HIGH SCHOOL ADMINISTRATION

Lynne E. Blair, Principal

Karen A. Haney, Assistant Principal

James M. Kelly, Assistant Principal

Lisa M. Kelly, Assistant Principal

James J. Cairnes, Director of Athletics/Activities

Joseph Antonio, President

Tracie Walsh, Vice President

Paul Badger, Member

Marshall Bleefeld, Member

David Frank, Member

Amy Ginsburg, Member

Ronnie Hayman, Member

Zeffy Karagiannakis, Member

Ron Stoloff, Member

James A. CrisfieldSuperintendent of Schools

Mwenyewe Dawan Asst. Superintendent of Schools

Wade Coleman Board Secretary

Catherine RossiDirector of Personnel

Jennifer SchmidtDirector, Teaching & Learning

Kelle Heim-McCloskeyDirector of Pupil Services

BOARD OF SCHOOL DIRECTORS

SCHOOL DISTRICT ADMINISTRATION

HOME & SCHOOL ASSOCIATION EXECUTIVE BOARD 2020-2021

Jill Lafferty and Joyce Keller, Co-Presidents

Elizabeth Kunzier, Recording Secretary

Karen Gruen, Corresponding Secretary

Lila Davenport, Treasurer

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PROGRAMTHE PROCESSIONAL - “Pomp and Circumstance” ........................................Elgar, Arr. Grundman

Wissahickon High School Instrumental EnsembleMichael Hood, Director

THE STAR-SPANGLED BANNER ..........................................................arranged by John ConahanWissahickon High School Camerata, directed by John Conahan

GRADUATION SPEAKER............................................................................................. Olivia WelshClass of 2021

DISTRICT CONGRATULATIONS ............................................................................... Paula VeneziaPrincipal, Stony Creek Elementary School

SENIOR MUSIC SELECTION ................................................................... written by John ConahanWissahickon High School Camerata, directed by John Conahan

COMMENTARY ..................................................................................................... James A. CrisfieldSuperintendent of Schools

VALEDICTORIAN ..................................................................................................... Alexander Yum Class of 2021

WISSAHICKON HIGH SCHOOL ALMA MATER............................................................................. Class of 2021, Wissahickon High School Camerata, led by John Conahan

PRINCIPAL’S REMARKS ................................................................................................Lynne BlairPrincipal

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF SCHOLARSHIP/AWARD RECIPIENTS and PERFECT ATTENDANCE ....................................................................................Karen A. Haney

Assistant Principal

SCHOOL BOARD ADDRESS ................................................................................Marshall BleefeldMember, Board of School Directors

PRESENTATION OF THE CLASS OF 2021 ....................................................................Lynne BlairPrincipal

ACCEPTANCE OF THE CLASS OF 2021 .................................................................Joseph AntonioPresident, Board of School Directors

PRESENTATION OF DIPLOMAS .................................. Lindsey Schmidt, President, Class of 2021Lindsey Frenia, Vice President, Class of 2021

CHORAL SELECTION - “Benediction” ...................................................... music by John ConahanWissahickon High School Camerata, directed by John Conahan

THE RECESSIONAL - “First Movement, Suite in F” ....................................................Gustav HolstWissahickon High School Instrumental Ensemble

Michael Hood, Director

MASTER OF CEREMONIES .................................................................................. Lindsey SchmidtPresident, Class of 2021

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SCHOLARSHIPS and AWARDS presented to the CLASS of 2021SCHOLARSHIP NIGHT June 3, 2021

The WOMEN LOOKING TO INSPIRE AND CHALLENGE AWARD is presented by former WHS Principal, Lyn Fields, to a female student who has invested in women’s issues, including women’s studies, human rights, climate and environmental studies, legal aid, and/or civil and criminal justice studies. The student has demonstrated an interest in public service and a desire to “pay it forward” following the completion of her studies. This student is an active member in the school community, making physical and artistic contributions to the school over her high school career. The recipient has maintained a GPA above 3.0 and wishes to further her education in college, with a goal of inspiring and challenging others. The recipient has demonstrated leadership, passion, thoughtfulness, and insight. Recipient: Audrey Kang

The AGNES BEIDEMAN MEMORIAL AWARD is presented to a member of the graduating class who has expressed an interest in writing as a journalist, author, playwright, poet, or essayist. Recipient: Claire Gruen

The COSMOPOLITAN CLUB PRIZE HONORING MRS. HELEN E. MOORE is an award presented to a member of the graduating class who has made outstanding contributions to the school’s activities program and has achieved a high scholastic average. Recipient: Sasha Jason

The FRED B. STRATTON FAMILY MEMORIAL AWARD is presented annually to a member of the track team who has displayed the qualities of loyalty, reliability, team spirit, and conscientiousness throughout their athletic career. Recipient: Nicole Palish

The FREDERICK T. & ELFRIEDA H. JAFFIN MEMORIAL AWARD is presented to a member of the graduating class who has achieved a high scholastic average, has participated in varsity athletics, and has shown leadership qualities. Recipient: Michael Fath

The MARJORIE E. SMITH MEMORIAL AWARD is presented to a student who has achieved the highest academic average in French, and who is continuing their education at an institution of higher learning. Recipient: Olivia Welsh

The JOHN ALLEN MERCALDO MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP is presented to a member of the graduating class who has achieved a good scholastic average, has excelled in music, and is continuing their education in music. Recipient: Avery Hirsch

The JAMES OZGA MEMORIAL AWARD is presented to a graduating Vo-Tech student who has participated in school activities, is involved in the community, and is furthering their education in college or vocational training. Recipient: Florino Leiva-Candido

The FLOYD E. GARIS TRACK and FIELD AWARD provides two scholarships to be given to a male and a female member of the graduating class who have participated in track and field and achieved good scholastic averages. The recipients have shown loyalty, team spirit, dedication, leadership, and a pursuit of education in college or vocational training. Recipients: Kasi Brown and Taraji Ellington

The SENIOR CLASS AWARD is presented to a member of the graduating class who has participated in activities, contributed to the Class of 2021, and maintained a good scholastic average. Recipient: Lindsey Schmidt

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The CHRIS ANGERMANN MEMORIAL AWARD FOR DRAMA presents scholarships to two students who have demonstrated leadership, enthusiasm, dedication, and versatility in drama, whether on stage or behind the scenes. Recipients: Kelsey Miller and Frank Tucker

The FRANK G. GOELZ MEMORIAL AWARD is awarded to a graduating student of good character who has best demonstrated the qualities of artisanship and creativity. Recipient: Nolan Ryan

The estate of WILLIAM F. MCCANN provides two SCHOLASTIC AND ACTIVITY AWARDS to a male and female member of the graduating class who have achieved high scholastic averages and have participated in school activities. Recipients: Dagmar Daniel and Alexander Yum

The NATIONAL HONOR SOCIETY SCHOLARSHIP grants two awards to members of the graduating class who have maintained high scholastic averages, participated in school activities, and are well regarded by the faculty and by their peers. These students are members of the National Honor Society. Recipients: Maya Rosenthal and Srikar Sunil

The BRUCE D. ARNOLD MEMORIAL AWARD provides two scholarships to be given to a male and female member of the graduating class who have participated in at least two sports and have demonstrated good sportsmanship, academic achievement, and school spirit. Recipients: Eunice Fu and Jackson Tappen

The WOMAN’S CLUB OF WHITPAIN SCHOLARSHIP provides a scholarship to a member of the graduating class who has been accepted to an institution of higher learning. The student has practiced good citizenship, has a good-to-excellent scholastic average, and is highly respected by faculty and peers. Recipient: Maria Gonzalez

The STUDENT COUNCIL LEADERSHIP MEMORIAL AWARD provides two scholarships which are presented as a memorial to those graduates who have given their lives for their country. The award is presented to two members of the graduating class who have achieved good scholastic averages, performed outstanding service to the school, and are highly regarded by faculty and peers. Recipients: Paige Benning and Brody Myers

The STUDENT SERVICE AWARD from the Ambler Rotary is awarded to a member of the graduating class who has performed outstanding service to the school and/or community, and who demonstrates the Rotary motto of “Service Above Self.” Recipient: Rohan Mehta

The COLLEEN M. and WILLIAM A. ROMANO MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP is presented to a member of the graduating class who has been accepted to a four-year college and will be majoring in education. This student has achieved at least a “B” average, has been active in school activities, is highly motivated, contributed to the success and appreciated the accomplishments of others, and represented our high school in a positive manner. Recipient: Emma Clayborne

The SOCIAL LAB AWARD is presented to a member of the graduating class who has demonstrated personal commitment and contributed significantly to volunteer work. This student has benefited from the Social Lab experience. Recipient: Ethan Sarwer

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The J. D. CALANDRA “CLASS OF ‘88” MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP provides two scholarships to be granted to a male and female member of the graduating class with good academic standing who will attend a four-year college. These students exhibit an outgoing personality, a cooperative attitude with both peers and staff, a sense of humor, high personal values and sensitivity to others, and involvement in individual, team, and/or community activities. Recipients: Jackson Intrieri and Margaret Krieger

The DONALD T. HOUPT SCHOLARSHIP FUND provides an award to a student in the top 5% of the graduating class who demonstrates good citizenship, awareness of others, and social consciousness. Recipient: Mari Kleha

The ELEANORE B. TAYLOR SCHOLARSHIP is awarded to two members of the graduating class who have earned the highest scholastic averages. Recipients: Hannah Wang and Jacky Zheng

The MUSICAL THEATER SCHOLARSHIP is awarded to two students who have excelled in the musical theater arts as singers, dancers, or actors and who have shown enthusiasm for and dedication to Wissahickon High School musical productions. Recipients: Jackson Gruenke and Natalie Kaplan

The WISSAHICKON BAND PARENTS’ SCHOLARSHIP provides an award to a student who has participated in the Marching Unit and its activities. The student has demonstrated leadership, enthusiasm, and a positive overall attitude and will pursue further education. Recipient: Donovan Leary

The ART DEPARTMENT OF WISSAHICKON HIGH SCHOOL is awarding a scholarship to a graduating senior who has demonstrated consistent and outstanding conceptual and artistic skill and who will further their education in the field of art. Recipient: Ella Carter

The PHILADELPHIA FOUNDATION SAMUEL and HELEN LAPP PEACEMAKING AWARD is presented to a graduating student who has spoken out for or has an outstanding scholarly publication on the promotion and advocacy of peaceful and non-violent policy at the local, regional, national, or international level. Recipient: Lilly Sollberger

The BLUE BELL ROTARY THOMAS J. CASSIDY MEMORIAL AWARDS are presented to a male and female graduating senior who exemplify service and dependability and who will continue their education with college or technical training. Recipients: Ethan Glass and Charlotte Horvat

The GABRIELLE CAUVIN MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP is presented to a student of good character and high moral standards, who has overcome hardship, who has been involved in school or community service, and who is furthering their education. Recipient: Bridget O’Donnell

The WISSAHICKON HIGH SCHOOL HOME & SCHOOL ASSOCIATION presents thirty scholarships to those students who have overcome adversity, have demonstrated outstanding character and school spirit, and who are silent leaders.

Recipients: Sean Alison, Roshan Amir, Shannon Conway, Luis Contreras, Ryan Culp, Zachary Dallal, Nyvia Dennis, Natalie Drake, Seth Floyd, Jane Goldsmith, Tyler Greco, Yasmin Kearns, Aidan Kennedy, Jaalyn Littlejohn, Jack Marcantonini, George McHale,

Brandon Newman, Cameron Newman, Kailyn Pappanastasiou, Scott Pfeiffer, Julia Ronca, Eric Schreiner, Lily Solomon, Braedon Urzua, Peyton Weber, Madelyne Westcott,

Avery Williams, Christopher Wilson, Shamir Wilson, and Jessica Youngblood

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The TIM SCHEIB MEMORIAL WRESTLING SCHOLARSHIP is presented to a wrestler who has displayed a strong work ethic and courage during their wrestling career. Recipient: Owen Dowling

The RAYMOND J. CAMPION, JR. MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP is awarded to two seniors who are continuing their education in either college, vocational, technical, or trade school. These students are of good character, have a friendly attitude, have made great strides to reach their fullest potential while in high school, and have demonstrated concern for others. Recipients: Sophia Ferrante and Richard Slatowski

The TIMOTHY D. BETTERLY MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP awards a scholarship to a member of the Boys’ Track and Field Team who leads by example and demonstrates hard work and competitiveness. Recipient: Shawn Carr

The WISSAHICKON EDUCATION ALLIANCE, composed of faculty and support staff, presents two scholarships to graduating seniors with high academic achievement who are majoring in the field of education. Recipients: Julianne Aniceto and Elias Kilshaw

The TERRY O. STOLLER MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP is presented to a graduating senior who excels in music or the performing arts, and who will major in music and/or the performing arts in college. Recipient: Abigail Morehouse

The OFFICER RICHARD LAWN MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP is awarded to a graduate who is continuing their education in Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement, who has participated in a team sport, and who has been a mentor to other students. Recipient: Caroline Hassall

The ROTARY CLUB OF AMBLER JOHN L. and HELEN B. SHOEMAKER AWARD presents two scholarships to graduating seniors who, during their high school careers, have demonstrated the ideals of Rotary, including community and international service, scholastic achievement, leadership, and character. Recipients: Elizabeth Aziz and J’Simone Lloyd

The AMBLER SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA AWARD FOR EXCELLENCE IN MUSIC is awarded to a resourceful and cooperative graduating student who has participated in high school string activities with a high level of performance skill, achieved honors, such as First Chair, played in ensemble or has had audition successes. Recipient: Juyeon Seo

The AMBLER AREA RUNNING CLUB SCHOLARSHIP is presented to two graduating cross-country or track athletes who have participated for at least two years and whose dedication, enthusiasm, and achievements have exemplified the best aspects of the sport of running. Recipients: Lindsey Frenia and Brett Lehman

The Wissahickon Wrestling Parents’ Association provides for the NELSON STRATTON MEMORIAL WRESTLING SCHOLARSHIP which is given to a wrestler who has displayed a strong work ethic, courage, leadership, and good citizenship throughout his high school career. Recipient: Daniel Mesen

The POST-PROM SENIOR SCHOLARSHIP is awarded to a member of student council who plans to attend a 4-year nursing, medical, or health-care institution. While in high school, the student must have had a high academic standing and participated in a community service club which promotes a drug/alcohol-free lifestyle. Recipient: Paige Zimmerman

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The BOWER, HORTON, SHERMAN MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP is given to a graduating senior who has been accepted to an accredited two or four-year institution of higher learning or vocational school. This student is a resident of the Ambler/Penllyn area, has an outgoing personality, practices good citizenship, and has attained good academic standing. Recipient: Khaiyani Rowe

The CHERI PARSONS COMMEMORATIVE SCHOLARSHIP is being awarded to a graduating senior who has demonstrated consistent and outstanding conceptual and artistic skills, has demonstrated success in the Wissahickon District Art Show, and is furthering their education in the field of art. Recipient: Sara Alhaffar

The WISSAHICKON EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES FOUNDATION AWARD is awarded to a graduating senior who has excelled in community service throughout their high school career. Recipient: Quinn Gaffey

The EBONY DORSEY MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP is awarded to a female student possessing a vivacious disposition, who is dedicated to academics, and who has an interest in the performing arts. This student has shown perseverance through adversity, has positively impacted the community, and is planning to attend an institution of higher learning. Recipient: Gabrielle Grosser

The LYNNE PATTERSON MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP is presented to a well-rounded, people-oriented student who loves literature and intends to major in English or journalism in college with the goal of becoming a teacher. This graduate should be a role model to others and well-liked by their peers. Recipient: Bayanne Kakhia

The ARTHUR R. DRIEDGER MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP is awarded to a student who best demonstrates both leadership and ability in the social sciences. This student exhibits a love of history and nature and possesses exuberance for life. Recipient: Olivia Welsh

The KNITTEL KINDNESS AWARD is presented to a student of high moral character who has gone beyond expectations by demonstrating sincere kindness and empathy without any secondary gain. Recipient: Elizabeth Kunzier

The KATIE O’DONNELL SCHOLARSHIP is presented to a female athlete who has displayed positive and supportive teamwork, sportsmanship, team spirit, leadership, and dedication. This student serves as a positive role model for others and has achieved good academic standing. Recipient: Alena Doll

The FRANCES (BOO) CROFTON MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP is presented to a student who has made notable contributions to the community, either the Wissahickon School District community or the community at-large and who has, through action and example, promoted positive relationships among groups in our diverse school population. This recipient is planning a career of service in social work or education. Recipient: Amber Farmer

The DIVERSIFIED RYDERS MOTORCYCLE ASSOCIATION AWARD presents a scholarship to an African-American student who has been accepted to an accredited two or four-year institution of higher learning or vocational school. This student is a resident of the Ambler/Penllyn area and has an outgoing personality, is a good citizen within the high school and community environment, and has achieved good academic standing. Recipient: Ginelle Mitchell

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The WISSAHICKON HIGH SCHOOL SCHOLARSHIP COMMITTEE PRINCIPAL’S AWARD is presented to two graduating seniors who have shown impressive growth and who have made great strides to reach their fullest potential during their high school career. The students have demonstrated kindness and have strong leadership potential. Recipients: Marice Johnson and Mya Johnson

The BLUE BELL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL HOME & SCHOOL ASSOCIATION awards two scholarships to graduating seniors who are alumni of the Blue Bell Elementary School. These students are of good character and academic standing who plan to attend an institution of higher learning. Recipients: Alexander Krosky and Juliet Yost

The LOWER GWYNEDD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL HOME & SCHOOL ASSOCIATION awards two scholarships to graduating seniors who are alumni of the Lower Gwynedd Elementary School. These students are of good character and academic standing who plan to attend an institution of higher learning. Recipients: Samuel Forde and Desiree Lonon

The SHADY GROVE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL HOME & SCHOOL ASSOCIATION awards two scholarships to graduating seniors who are alumni of the Shady Grove Elementary School. These students are of good character and academic standing who plan to attend an institution of higher learning. Recipients: Adam Bush and Ngoc Quan

The STONY CREEK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL HOME & SCHOOL ASSOCIATION awards two scholarships to graduating seniors who are alumni of the Stony Creek Elementary School. These students are of good character and academic standing who plan to attend an institution of higher learning. Recipients: Max Bleefeld and Emmanuelle Barbash

The WISSAHICKON MIDDLE SCHOOL HOME & SCHOOL ASSOCIATION awards two scholarships to graduating seniors who are alumni of the Wissahickon Middle School. These students are of good character and academic standing who plan to attend an institution of higher learning. Recipients: Jordan McDonald and Adora Saro

The WISSAHICKON HIGH SCHOOL CLASS OF 1972 SCHOLARSHIP presents three scholarships to students who have demonstrated leadership qualities and character in their actions towards others, in school and/or in the community. These seniors have achieved good academic standing and possess an exceptional degree of pride and determination to make a positive impact. The recipients have been accepted to an accredited college or vocational school. Recipients: Layla Lopez, Shyanne Torres, and Essence Whitaker

The PAULA J. MCLAUGHLIN COMMEMORATIVE SCHOLARSHIP is awarded to a passionate, civic-minded female student who not only answers the questions but questions the answer. This student is of high moral character, has a GPA of 3.0 or better, and plans to attend an institution of higher learning. Recipient: Amani Midgette-Muhammad

The TROJAN AQUATICS CLUB presents two awards to a male and female swimmer who support and encourage teammates and exhibit good sportsmanship, leadership, and citizenship throughout their high school career. These students have good academic achievement and are recognized by the coaching staff for their outstanding efforts. Recipients: Jillian Garvey and Sidharth Rajesh

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The Wissahickon High School AMBASSADORS CLUB AWARD is presented to two students who are planning to attend a two or four-year college or vocational school. These students embody the mission of the Ambassadors Club: compassionate, welcoming, inclusive (crossing racial, socio-economic and religious boundaries), and service oriented. Recipients: Hannah Scalley and Manny Taveras

The Wissahickon High School HOME & SCHOOL ASSOCIATION VO-TECH AWARD is presented to two well-rounded students who attended the North Montco Technical Career Center. Recipients: Owen Latchford and Gabriel Roberts

The Wissahickon School District K-12 HEALTH & PHYSICAL EDUCATION DEPARTMENT AWARD is presented to a student who is planning to attend a four-year college/university program associated with health and physical education, athletic training, exercise physiology, and/or sports business. This student participates in school sports/clubs and demonstrates responsibility, good sportsmanship, and is a positive role model. Recipient: Jack Schmidt

The BRIAN E. BOKOSKI MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP is awarded to a student planning to attend an institution of higher learning focusing on health-related fields. This student is well rounded, active in school, and volunteers in the community. This student is of high moral character and has overcome challenges with resilience and grace. Recipient: Nathan H. Kim

The SCHOLARSHIP IN HONOR OF COLLEEN AND WILLIAM ROMANO is presented to a deserving graduating senior who intends to further their education in the field of special education. Recipient: Maggie Bianchini

The JAMES BURNS MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP is awarded to a male basketball player with a GPA of 3.0 or higher who is planning to attend an institution of higher learning. This student strives to do his best throughout the season and is a positive role model. This student demonstrates good work ethic, commitment, and team spirit in school and the community. Recipient: William Kunzier

The ACE A 3/MIND THE GAP SCHOLARSHIP is presented to a college-bound student making a positive difference in eliminating educational inequities among under-represented groups. This difference can be made through advocacy or their own academic achievement. Recipient: Amani Midgette-Muhammad

The ALEXANDER “RON” ROTELLI, JR. MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP, sponsored by Woody’s Circle of Care Foundation, is presented to a student with high moral standards and good character. This student has endured and/or overcome hardship, exhibits good citizenship both in school and in the community, and has maintained a GPA of 2.5 or better. Recipient: Selma Nsioui

The COLONY CLUB OF AMBLER provides awards to two students with solid academic records who demonstrate excellent character, good citizenship, and outstanding promise for the future. Recipients: Skyler Durham and Dru Johnson

The JOSEPH J. SCODARI MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP is awarded to a student with plans to pursue higher education. This student has maintained a minimum GPA of 3.0 during their studies at Wissahickon High School. They are a “Friend that Friends Can Depend On” and are involved in a variety of clubs. Recipient: Jake Kelly

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The WISSAHICKON HIGH SCHOOL FIELD HOCKEY “HEART AND SOUL” AWARD provides a scholarship to a student who has dedicated their time bettering themself to help their team succeed. They are a leader on and off the field, in and out of season. This student is able to dedicate themself to their academics while maintaining a diligent work ethic on the field. Recipient: Kendal Williams

The ALEXANDER AND ELIZABETH GREGORIO – UNIVERSITY OF VIRGINIA SCHOLARSHIP is awarded to a student who will attend the University of Virginia. This student has high academic standing and character in line with the UVA tenets whereby a student will not lie, cheat or steal. Recipient: Zachary Carey

The WISSAHICKON VALLEY HISTORICAL SOCIETY SCHOLARSHIP is awarded to a student studying history and/or education. The student is involved in community organizations with an emphasis on local history and/or citizenship. Recipient: Liam Trumbore

The ART CENTER AT AMBLER/MONTCO SAAC AWARD is given to a student who plans to attend college with a major in art. Recipient: Samira Haynes

The WISSAHICKON DEMOCRATS GOOD CITIZENSHIP AWARD is presented to two graduating seniors of good academic standing who have been accepted to accredited two or four-year colleges. The students have demonstrated both awareness and willingness to act on global issues, social or economic justice, and/or environmental conservation. Recipients: Dominic Ignatius and Sabrina Lin

The KATHARINE MCCLELLAND MEMORIAL AWARD IN THE PERFORMING ARTS is presented to a student enrolling in a university program in theater, film, or television. Recipient: Natalie Kaplan

The WISSAHICKON ATHLETIC CLUB AWARD is given to two students from the current graduating class who are pursuing higher education at a two or four-year college, university, or technical school. The students have participated in WAC or WAC Cares, are of good academic standing, are positive examples to others, and demonstrate kindness and caring. Recipients: Hunter Graefe and Annalysa Huertas

The JAMES P. MALLEY MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP is awarded to a hard-working student who will be attending college or a trade school. Recipient: Zaida Martin

The CHAPTER L PHILANTHROPIC EDUCATIONAL ORGANIZATION RECOGNITION AWARD is given to a female student who has enrolled in a college or trade school. She is of good character, involved in school and community activities, shows leadership, makes a conscientious academic effort, and has a potential for success. Recipient: Sofia Murray

The JEFF MADDEN WRESTLING SCHOLARSHIP is awarded to a senior wrestler who possesses the determination, dedication, work ethic, and leadership to be the best they can be not only on the wrestling mats, but inside and outside of the classroom as well. The wrestler was a varsity wrestler for at least two years and maintained a “B” average or better throughout their high school career. Recipient: Matthew Fritz

The WISSAHICKON HIGH SCHOOL CLASS OF 1971 awards a scholarship to a student who has good citizenship and is involved in the community. Recipient: Abigail DeGroat

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The STEPHEN J. CAMMAROTA SCHOLARSHIP is awarded to a student who has demonstrated a deep sense of public service and a selfless concern for others while overcoming or dealing with their personal adversity. Recipient: Samantha Vantassel

The KRIMSON FOUNDATION / CASA SENIOR SCHOLARSHIP AWARD PRESENTED BY THE ABINGTON-AMBLER ALUMNI CHAPTER OF KAPPA ALPHA PSI FRATERNITY, INC. is awarded to a student who has been accepted to a four-year accredited college/university or trade school. The student must have completed 20 hours of community service and have a minimum GPA of 3.0. Recipient: Santo Carbo

The GOLDEN GATE SCHOLARSHIP is awarded to a student who works hard, takes initiative, and has demonstrated an interest in technology and entrepreneurship. Recipient: Catherine Kennedy

The LUNA CHICK BOUTIQUE SCHOLARSHIP is awarded to a female senior who will be attending a 4-year university. This student has a minimum GPA of 3.0 and has exemplified kindness through a minimum of 60 hours of community service. Recipient: Alexandria Wallace

The WE RISE SCHOLARSHIP is awarded to an African American senior who is a good citizen, has leadership potential and participates in community service. The student may have struggles, but never quits and aspires to pursue a 4-year college education. Recipient: Brandon Gilliard

The SCHOLARSHIP IN HONOR OF FORMER WISSAHICKON HIGH SCHOOL NURSE KATHLEEN WELTMAN is awarded to a student who will be studying nursing in college. Recipient: Lilian Wang

The JUSTIN SLATER MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP is awarded to a senior who is planning to attend Temple University. The recipient is a student who cares deeply about the community, leads by example, and looks to make the community a better place. Recipient: Amy Novack

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It is with Pride that We Salute our Students

Roshan Amir Justin LeSamuel Forde Sabrina LinAudrey Kang Adora SaroElias Kilshaw Eric SchillingNathan H. Kim Juyeon SeoAlexander Krosky Luke Trautwein

National Merit Commended Students

Adam Bush Hannah WangDagmar Daniel Alexander YumJacob Slackman Jacky ZhengAllison Thompson

National Merit Finalists

Paige Benning Olivia Welsh

Wissahickon School Board Senior Student Representatives

AP Capstone Diploma Candidates

Shannon Conway Amav PraseeConnor Fratantaro Ethan SarwerCatherine Kennedy

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AWARDS and HONORS presented to the CLASS of 2021SENIOR AWARDS ASSEMBLY June 7, 2021

Community Award RecognitionKyra McHenry .................................................................. The Irene Sexton AwardAlexander Prieston .....................................................The Knittel Kindness Award Alena Doll ....................................................... U.S. Army Reserve Scholar AthleteMatthew Fritz .................................................. U.S. Army Reserve Scholar Athlete Juyeon Seo ................................... U.S. Marine Corp Semper Fidelis Music Award Donovan Leary ............................ U.S. Marine Corp Semper Fidelis Music Award Kasi Brown ..................................U.S. Marine Corp Distinguished Athlete AwardBrett Lehman ...............................U.S. Marine Corp Distinguished Athlete Award Allison Thompson........................ U.S. Marine Corp Scholastic Excellence AwardAdam Bush .................................. U.S. Marine Corp Scholastic Excellence AwardPaige Zimmerman ..............Senator Amanda Cappelletti Good Citizenship AwardTaraji Ellington ..................Senator Amanda Cappelletti Good Citizenship AwardAmani Midgette-Muhammad ....... Congresswoman Madeleine Dean Outstanding

Service AwardEthan Glass ...........Congresswoman Madeleine Dean Outstanding Service AwardDagmar Daniel ...........................................................Society of Women Engineers Adora Saro .................................................................Society of Women Engineers Sarah Zhang ...............................................................Society of Women Engineers Alexander Krosky ......................................................Phi Beta Kappa Book AwardAdam Bush ..........................................................................National Merit Scholar Dagmar Daniel .....................................................................National Merit Scholar Jacob Slackman ....................................................................National Merit Scholar Allison Thompson................................................................National Merit Scholar Hannah Wang.......................................................................National Merit ScholarAlexander Yum ....................................................................National Merit ScholarJacky Zheng .........................................................................National Merit Scholar

Department RecognitionElla Carter ...........................................................................................................ArtLuis Contreras .....................................................................................................ArtEmma Segal ............................................................................................... BusinessDominic Ignatius ....................................................................................... BusinessOlivia Welsh ................................................................................................. EnglishEthan Sarwer ................................................................................................ EnglishRyan Culp .................................................................. Family & Consumer ScienceKelsey Miller ............................................................................ Child DevelopmentDelanie Roman.........................................................................................Health/PEJack Schmidt ............................................................................................Health/PE

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Sara Zhang ...........................................................................................MathematicsBrody Myers ........................................................................................MathematicsNatalie Kaplan ................................................................................................MusicMax Bleefeld ...................................................................................................MusicNgoc Quan ................................................................................................... ScienceAlexander Yum ............................................................................................ ScienceYasmin Kearns ........................................................................................ Social LabEthan Sarwer ........................................................................................... Social LabCatherine Kennedy ............................................................................Social StudiesAlexander Prieston .............................................................................Social StudiesJ’Simone Lloyd ....................................................... Specialized Learning ProgramZachery Knapp ....................................................... Specialized Learning ProgramSkyler Durham .................................................................. Technical Career CenterAlexander Garrison .......................................................... Technical Career CenterAlena Doll ............................................................................ Technology EducationSamuel Forde ....................................................................... Technology EducationKylie McFadden .................................................................... Television ProductionSanto Carbo........................................................................... Television ProductionOlivia Welsh ................................................................................. World LanguagesElias Kilshaw ............................................................................... World Languages

Faculty RecognitionAlexandria Wallace ............................................................... Cultivating KindnessBrody Myers ......................................................................... Cultivating KindnessElizabeth Kunzier ........................................................ Dedication, Spirit, LoyaltySanto Carbo.................................................................. Dedication, Spirit, LoyaltyMargaret Krieger ............................................................................. Co-CurricularJake Kelly ......................................................................................... Co-CurricularShyanne Torres ............................................................................ Human RelationsFrank Tucker ................................................................................ Human RelationsClara Labick ................................................................................ Learning InterestAnirvan Banerjee ....................................................................... Learning InterestSasha Jason ................................................................................................. FacultyJackson Gruenke ......................................................................................... FacultyHannah Wang.........................................................................Academic DedicationJacky Zheng ...........................................................................Academic DedicationPaige Benning .............................................................................................. ServiceChase Ott ..................................................................................................... ServiceLindsey Schmidt ....................................................................... Student LeadershipJackson Tappen ......................................................................... Student LeadershipLindsey Frenia .....................................................................Student ResponsibilityJacob Slackman ....................................................................Student Responsibility

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SCHOLARSHIP RECOGNITIONThe following students have received scholarships from

businesses/corporations, colleges/universities, or community organizations.We applaud their accomplishments.

Elizabeth Aziz .....................West Chester University Academic Excellence ScholarshipAnirvan Banerjee ............................................UMass Amherst Chancellor’s ScholarshipMaggie Bianchini ....................................Arcadia University Distinguished ScholarshipAdam Bush .................................................. Juniata College James Quinter Scholarship;

Juniata College President’s Award; Juniata College Top Scholar Award; Juniata College John Stauffer Scholarship; Juniata College Eagles Abroad Scholarship

Ella Carter .............The University of the Arts Distinguished Scholar/Artist ScholarshipEmma Clayborne ........ Holy Family University Dean’s Award and Athletic ScholarshipShannon Conway ................................. University of Delaware Presidential ScholarshipAnthony Decembrino .........................................................Imagine America ScholarshipAbigail DeGroat ......................................................Rollins College Dean’s ScholarshipNyvia Dennis ...............Moore College of Art & Design Board of Trustees Scholarship;

Moore College of Art & Design Visionary Woman Honors ScholarshipNatalie Drake ............................Culinary Institute of America (CIA) Excellence Award;

CIA Recognition Award; CIA Alumni Referral ScholarshipTaraji Ellington ................................................ American University Dean’s ScholarshipSophia Ferrante .......................................................Penn State University Provost AwardNathaniel Forde ..................West Chester University Academic Excellence ScholarshipSarah Freedman ..............................................UMass Amherst Chancellor’s ScholarshipLindsey Frenia .....................................University of Arizona Dean’s Exemplary Award;

Arizona Distinction AwardEunice Fu ................................................................Penn State University Provost AwardCaroline Giddings ................................................University of Delaware Scholar AwardNoelle Herron .........................................................Penn State University Provost AwardCharlotte Horvat ................................Susquehanna University Presidential Scholarship;

Susquehanna University Alumni (Legacy) ScholarshipLauren Jackson ........................................ Cedar Crest College Presidential Scholarship;

Cedar Crest College Forensic Science Departmental Scholarship; Cedar Crest College Scholarship

Dru Johnson ..................................................Hampton University Character ScholarshipBayanne Kakhia ............................................Drexel University A.J. Drexel ScholarshipCatherine Kennedy ...................................... Northeastern University Merit Scholarship;

Northeastern University CAMD Creative Leaders Scholarship; Northeastern University CAMD Dean’s Fellow

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Elias Kilshaw ............................................. University of Miami President’s ScholarshipNathan H. Kim............................................ Northeastern University Dean’s ScholarshipBrett Lehman ..............................................Providence College St. Joseph’s ScholarshipStefan Lowry ..............................University of Connecticut Husky Achievement AwardKylie McFadden ................................................Fordham University Jogues ScholarshipAmani Midgette-Muhammad ........................ Howard University Capstone Scholarship;

Valley Forge Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigman Theta Sorority ScholarshipJordyn Miller .........................................University of Maryland President’s ScholarshipSofia Murray ...............................................Widener University Presidential ScholarshipAmy Novack .................................................... Temple University Provost’s ScholarshipKailyn Pappanastasiou ......................... St. Joseph’s University Presidential ScholarshipKevin Pineda ................................................Monmouth University Athletic ScholarshipReed Possoff ..... Rider University Dean’s Scholarship; Rider University Legacy AwardNgoc Quan ...................................................................... Temple University Scholarship;

Temple College of Science and Technology Dean’s PA ScholarshipThomas Quinn ..................................................................... Ursinus College ScholarshipJack Rogers .......................Arcadia University Distinguished Scholar Merit ScholarshipJulia Rosenthal .....................................................Ursinus College Gateway Scholarship;

Ursinus College Legacy Sibling Scholarship; SAGE Participant Award;RaiseMe Participant Award; UC Fund

Maya Rosenthal ...................Jack Frost Racing Foundation Sydney Tedone ScholarshipEthan Sarwer .............The George Washington University Presidential Scholarship and

Tuition Exchange ScholarshipErick Schilling ........ Fordham University Jogues Scholarship; Fordham Tuition Award;

Fordham Room AwardEmma Siegel ..............Syracuse University Orange Distinction Award; SUccess Award;

Syracuse University Dean’s ScholarshipVishal Sowmyan ......................................................................... Emory University GrantEthan Sumner ..........................................................................Virginia Tech VT ScholarsAllison Thompson .......The University of Alabama National Merit Finalist ScholarshipShyanne Torres .................................Penn State University Bunton-Waller Scholarship;

The Salizzoni Family Foundation ScholarshipHannah Wang ........................................National Merit Johnson & Johnson ScholarshipLilian Wang ..................................................Drexel University A. J. Drexel ScholarshipZavier Wedderburn ..............................................Ursinus College Gateway Scholarship;

Ursinus College Supporting Inclusive Excellence ScholarshipEssence Whitaker ............................................ Temple University Provost’s Scholarship

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WISSAHICKON HIGH SCHOOLClass of 2021

Eliana Maria Agugliaro

Randall Lyle Aiken III

Dylan Hunter Akers

Rodrigo Alatorre

Sara Al-Haffar

H Yara Al-Haffar

Sean Edward Alison

H Mina Alshamry

HL Jordyn Elizabeth Alt

HS Roshan AnwarAli Amir

Aiden Michael Andrews

HL Julianne Bless De Leon Aniceto

Elizabeth Ruth Aziz

L Anirvan Banerjee

HL Emmanuelle Matthias Barbash

HLB Paige Amanda Benning

Maggie Mae Bianchini

Max Evan Bleefeld

Colin Noah Borden

Kasi Netanya Brown

HF Adam Edward Bush

Ijanea Monique Bush

Jake Dean Bydalek

Colin Patrick Cahill

H Santo Nicholas Carbo

HL Zachary Stephen Carey

Riley Elizabeth Carr

Shawn Michael Carr

Brian Patrick Carrigan

H Ella Carol Carter

L Kelly Elena Castillo

H Sophia Rose Chiodo Ortiz

Martina Caterina Ciliberto

Guy Edward Cimini

Emma Rose Clayborne

Patrocinio Javier Coloch Hernandez

Matthew Isaiah Compas

H Angelica Mary Connolly

Luis Contreras

HA Shannon Marie Conway

Taylor Cheyenne Cooper

Abigail Cortes Ramirez

Nicholas James Cruise

H Ryan Benjamin Culp

Daniel Cuquej Milian

H Zachary Thomas Dallal

HLF Dagmar Chen Daniel

Charlotte Ophelia Davis

Anthony John Decembrino

HL Gabriel Thomas Decker

HL Abigail Michele DeGroat

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Nyvia Kanye Dennis

HL Alena McKensey Doll

Matthew Joseph Donovan

Francesca Dorn

Catherine Adeline Dougherty

Owen John Dowling

Aiden Ann Drabick

H Natalie Winifred Drake

H Gregory John Dupee, Jr.

Skyler Faye Durham

C Taraji Jelani Ellington

Lawson Hakan English

H Christopher Antony Fadel

Amber Elizabeth Farmer

H Michael James Fath

Benjamin Ruben Feliciano, Jr.

H Sophia Rose Ferrante

Seth Christian Floyd

H Nathaniel James Forde

HS Samuel Whelan Forde

HA Connor James Fratantaro

H Sarah Grace Freedman

HL Lindsey Ann Frenia

Ryan Alexander Friedman

H Matthew Bernard Fritz

H Eunice Chia-Ying Fu

Molly Anne Fuhrmeister

Zyelle Faith Fulton

H Quinn Frances Gaffey

Tomaus Joseph Gagliano

Alexander Ryan Garrison

Brendan Thomas Garrity

Bryan Christopher Garry

L Jillian Gertrude Garvey

Rhys Spencer Geddes-Littman

H Maxwell Alan Gendelman

Caroline Noelle Giddings

Brandon Lamar Gilliard

H Ethan Samuel Glass

Daniel Jacob Glazer

Quentin Mekhi Glover

Noah Edwin Goldman

HL Jane Alexandra Goldsmith

Maria Fernanda Gonzalez

Hunter William Graefe

Tyler John Greco

C Gabrielle Alizah Grosser

HL Claire Rose Gruen

C Jackson Alfred Gruenke

Robert Joseph Haasz

Leo William Hanley

Andrew William Harris

H Serina Rose Hartzell

Caroline Hassall

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H Maximus Carter Hayes

Samira Haynes

Timothy Joseph Henrick

H Noelle Therese Herron

Tyler Vincent Heyman

HC Avery Scarlett Hirsch

Trevor Rayne Hirsch

HL Mandy Ho

Joseph Francis Hornig IV

HL Charlotte Grace Horvat

Annalysa Zoraida Huertas

HLP Lily Harper Hyatt

Dominic James Ignatius

Jackson Cole Intrieri

Sonja Ruth Ippolito

Lauren Elizabeth Jackson

HL Gianna Lauren Jacobsen

H Idan Bennett Jaffe

H Sasha Belle Jason

Dru Synclaire Johnson

Madison Rose Johnson

Marice Princeton Johnson, Jr.

Mya Nicole-Marie Johnson

Kaylie Marie Joyce

HP Bayanne Kakhia

HLS Audrey Jimin Kang

HLC Natalie Alexandra Kaplan

L Claudia Rose Kasenchar

Matthew Alexander Keane

Yasmin Rose Kearns

H Jake Thomas Kelly

H Theresa Ann Kelly

Aidan Seamus Kennedy

HLA Catherine Quinn Kennedy

HLS Elias George Kilshaw

Daniel Hyunmin Kim

HS Nathan Hyun-Bin Kim

Nathan Lee Kim

Su Jin Kim

HL Mari Ralston Kleha

H Benjamin Samuel Klein

Zachery Cole Knapp

H Rebecca Nicole Krauss

Daniel John Krieger

H Margaret Rose Krieger

Matthew Theodore Krieger

S Alexander Jacob Krosky

H Elizabeth Mary Kunzier

William Wahl Kunzier

Caroline Marie Kushner

Clara Rose Labick

Owen Thomas Kai Latchford

HLS Justin Quang Le

Donovan Edward Leary

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Jae Yul Lee, Jr.

H Seo Young Lee

H Brett Alexander Lehman

Florino Leiva-Candido

Maxwell Blake Leonard

HS Sabrina Lin

David Allen Little

Jaalyn Brianna Littlejohn

H J’Simone Lloyd

Shane Alan Lloyd

Julian Kiyoshi Long

William Kyle Long

H Desireé Janyce Lonon

Layla Christine Lopez

Amayrami Lopez-Noya

HL Grayson Noah Lovitz

Stefan William Lowry

Shayne Zidan Lynch

HL Braeden Wallace MacMaster

Samuel Finnegan Malloy

Vincent James Mallozzi

John Cameron Farrall Maltese

H Jack Dominic Marcantonini

Zachary Joseph Marcus

H Meghan Lynn Marolla

Caitlin Marie Marquard

Zaida Olivia Martin

Billy Martinez

Jaden Jeremiah Mayfield-Butts

Timothy Ryan Mazur

Jordan McDonald

H Kylie Maria McFadden

Laura Jane McGeehan

George John McHale

Kyra Madison McHenry

Aidan Michael McLaughlin

H Rohan Pai Mehta

Isabella Natalie Mercado

Daniel Antonio Mesen Barboza

Arli Cirina Mexquititla Torres

H Amani Shantise Midgette-Muhammad

H Jordyn Elana Miller

C Kelsey Elizabeth Miller

Noah Sean Miller

Ginelle Monet Mitchell

H Sein Moon

Jennifer Marie Mooney

Jessica Morales

HC Abigail Rose Morehouse

Austin Wyatt Morong

Na’Sir Mu’Min

Sofia Teresa Murray

H Brody Jonathan Myers

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Kaiden Michael Nace

Brandon Christopher Newman

Cameron Alexander Newman

So Nishida

H Amy Peng Novack

H Selma Nsioui

H Jordyn Paige Nydish

L Bridget Anne O’Donnell

Chase Andrew Steven Ott

Kourtni Lynnette Paige-Miller

Kevin EunHo Pak

H Nicole Amber Palish

H Kailyn Noelle Pappanastasiou

Mya Guevarra Patel

Nalin Ishan Patterson

H Gianna Lee Penna

H Kylie Marie Peppelman

Andres Perez

Zhanna Hope Perkins

H Scott Francis Pfeiffer

Alexa Renee Phifer

Anthony Scott Piccone

Brendan Michael Pierlott

H Kevin Danilo Pineda

Reed Caleb Possoff

Benjamin William Powers, Jr.

HA Amav Subudhi Prasee

Alexander William Prieston

Daniil Puhach

HL Ngoc Bao Quan

Thomas Anthony Quinn

Sidharth Thandasseril Rajesh

Justin Robert Ratner

Manolo Mejia Raymundo

H Eric Jordan Reed

HL Haley Madison Reed

H Steven Michael Reilly

H Isabella Nicole Ricchey

Amanda Lee Rieth

C Marlee Hannah Rimmer

Gabriel Timothy Roberts

Kareem Joseph Roberts

Nicholas Ryan Rodriguez

Sabrina Rodriguez

H John Cragg Rogers

H Delanie Michele Roman

H Julia Rose Zhisong Ronca

H Julia Faith Rosenthal

HL Maya Shoshana Rosenthal

H Remi Leah Rosenthal

Evan Blake Rosoff

Sean Thomas Rouse

Everett Reeves Routt

Khaiyani Nazae Rowe

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Dylan Isaac Rultenberg

Nolan James Ryan

Carlos Davi Sacramento Matilde

HLS Adora Saro

HA Ethan Lawrence Sarwer

H Hannah Delaney Scalley

HS Erick James Schilling

Aaron James Schmidt

H Jack William Schmidt

H Lindsey Madeline Schmidt

Eric John Schreiner, Jr.

HLS Juyeon Seo

H Faisal Abdulmunaf Shaikh

Christopher Donal Shea

Steven Michael Sibilla, Jr.

H Emma Rose Siegel

Kevin Waldemar Sieradzki

HF Jacob Hunter Slackman

Richard Devlin Slatowski

Jordan Alexander Smail

Jazmyn Moné Smalls

H Andrew Jonah Snyderman

Lilly Claire Sollberger

H Alexander Cole Solomon

H Lily Bryn Solomon

HL Vishal Athreya Sowmyan

Aidan Che Steigelmann

H Sara Jane Sugerman

HL Crystal Marie Suin

H Ethan Westbrook Sumner

HL Srikar Emandi Sunil

Devin Gianna Sykes

Sophia Elpitha Syminis

H Lauren Rose Tabakin

Samantha Rafaela Talbot

H Jackson Caldwell Tappen

H Manny Joel Taveras

L Joshua Dallan Taylor

HF Allison Rose Thompson

H Jacob Stephen Tillman

H Joshua Belitha Tillman

H Shyanne Torres

LS Luke Ryan Trautwein

Angelo Christian Trigueros

Juliet Isabella Tripoli

Liam Vaughn Trumbore

C Frank Isaiah Tucker IV

H Daniel John Tumolo

HL Braedon Quinn Urzua

Natilee Rose Vacchiano

Samantha Marie Vantassel

Jack Harry Violante

Christian Newcomb Vorchheimer

HL Alexandria Dershae Wallace

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Emma Marie Walsh

HLF Hannah Yitzin Wang

HL Lilian Wang

H Peyton Wells Weber

Zavier Kweli Wedderburn

H Sarah Hannah Weinstein

HLB Olivia Cavallo Welsh

H Madelyne Taylor Westcott

Essence Alexis Renee Whitaker

Aaniyah White

Tyler Simone Whiting

Shania Maxine Wiley

Kendal Rose Williams

Kenneth Louis Williams III

Qaeed Romello Williams-Bey

Christopher Edward Wilson

Shamir Marquis Wilson

H Jennifer Aubrey Winter

Mekhi Danny Wright

WonU Yang

Nukhet Lara Yildir

HLC Juliet Lynn Yost

Jessica Hope Youngblood

HLF Alexander Jihoon Yum

H Nicole Dayna Zappin

Kevin Anthony Zeber

HL Sarah Yuxin Zhang

H Anna Zheng

HFP Jacky Zheng

H Paige Ashley Zimmerman

LEGEND

H National Honor SocietyL Foreign Language Honor SocietyF National Merit FinalistS National Merit Commended ScholarA AP CapstoneB School Board Student RepresentativeC CamerataP Perfect Attendance (4 Years)

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The Class of 2021 wishes to thank and acknowledge all of the individuals,groups, and organizations who have helped us along the way,

especially the following:

Parents/Guardians and Families

Teachers, Classroom Aides, Staff Developers, and Coaches

Johanna Duffy

Administrative Offices Support Staff

Home & School Association

Officer Beth Sanborn and Security Personnel

District Transportation Department

Melissa Lichtner and Cafeteria Staff

Gerry Moore, Keith Seifert, Eric Finkboon, Custodial, Grounds, and Maintenance Crews

From Elementary School through High School,

Graduation is a celebration of the entire District’s efforts

Dr. Concetta Lupo, Principal, Blue Bell Elementary School

Susan Kanopka, Principal, Lower Gwynedd Elementary School

Dr. Jason Bialka, Principal, Shady Grove Elementary School

Paula Venezia, Principal, Stony Creek Elementary School

Elizabeth Bauer, Principal, Wissahickon Middle SchoolKevin Burke, Assistant Principal,

Angela Farlow, Assistant Principal

Dr. Lynne Blair, Principal, Wissahickon High SchoolDr. Karen Haney, Assistant Principal

James Kelly, Assistant PrincipalLisa Kelly, Assistant Principal

James Cairnes, Director of Athletics/Activities

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SENIOR CLASS OFFICERSLindsey Schmidt, President

Lindsey Frenia, Vice PresidentHaley Reed, Secretary

Noelle Herron, Treasurer

SENIOR CLASS REPRESENTATIVESNicole Palish

Kylie Peppelman

SENIOR CLASS ADVISORSDr. Bruce Rothenberger

Dr. Lisa Woodland-Smith

Junior Class Advisors Sophomore Class Advisor Freshman Class Advisor Mrs. Amy Founds Mrs. Kelly Mulroy Mr. Martin Ashdale Mrs. Amy Hawe

HONORARY SCHOOL FLAG BEARERSJoshua Twersky, Wissahickon High SchoolPhilip Dias, Blue Bell Elementary School

John Licata, Lower Gwynedd Elementary SchoolMadeline Frustaci, Mattison Avenue Elementary School

Lauren Kooman, Shady Grove Elementary SchoolNaomi Shigon, Stony Creek Elementary School

Erika Han, Wissahickon Middle School

ALMA MATERHail, Wissahickon

The Gold and the BlueTo our alma mater We’ll always be true.

Through all of our lifetimeWe’ll look back with tears

Remembering the joys of our Wissahickon years.

THE HIGH SCHOOL FACULTYSherri Ace, School NurseKristen Allegra, Special EducationMark Almeida, MathematicsCassidy Alston, Special EducationStacy Anderson, School CounselingMartin Ashdale, ScienceMaria Bergeron, World LanguageLinda Bianchi, World Language Kevin Brady, Health/P.E.Jessica Brasch, Technology EducationTodd Brodie, MathematicsMary Jo Burgoyne, ScienceShawn Burrell, Social StudiesHeidi Butt, SciencePaula Bywaters, Family & Consumer ScienceThomas Carosello, MathematicsErica Casciello, Special EducationEmily Castillo, Special EducationJennifer Castor, MathematicsRebecca Chang, MathematicsChristine Channick, ArtElizabeth Colonna, MathematicsJohn Conahan, MusicCatherine Craig, Special EducationSamuel Crofton, MathematicsErin Curtis, World LanguageJesse Dannin, MathematicsCailin Diebolt, School CounselingJaclyn Dietsch, ScienceKris DiGregorio, MathematicsEvan Dolan, Social Studies Linda Downing, School NurseRose Esposito, MathematicsBree Estock, Family & Consumer ScienceMeredith Falatek, ScienceBruce Fleming, Special EducationMichael Ford, ScienceCarolyn Foulke, Special EducationAmy Founds, Health/P.E.Vanessa Fry, Language ArtsLucy Gil, School PsychologistFelicia Glover, School CounselingPaul Goraczko, Language ArtsLouis Gotlib, ScienceMarci Grossman, Special EducationChelsea Guerin, Language Arts, ESLRobin Harvey, World Language Amy Hawe, Health/P.E.Matthew Heppe, Social StudiesJohn High, Special EducationJustin Hill, MathematicsLauren Hinde, World LanguageMichael Hood, Music, ArtJohn Houghton, Special EducationDaniel Hugenbruch, Technology EducationDavid Inderbitzin, Social StudiesSusan Inderbitzin, Social StudiesTerry Jarvis, ScienceDaniel Joyce, Social StudiesJamie Kane, Health/P.E.Jennifer Kern, Business EducationJennifer Kleiman, Language ArtsLisa Lattimore, Social Studies Candace LeClaire, ArtStephanie Leister, Staff Developer

Kara Lehman, Language ArtsShawn Lewis, Language ArtsMonika MacDermott, World LanguageKirk MacMinn, ScienceStuart Malcolm, ScienceLynn Marta, Staff DeveloperKelly Martin, Language ArtsEmily Maurer, Language ArtsBrian McCabe, Special EducationChristopher McDaniels, Social StudiesCarolyn McGettigan, ESLMatthew McKenna, Language ArtsSerene McLaughlin, ArtKatie McClure, Special EducationDonna Merin, LibrarianDavid Miller, ArtMariah Minges-Klusman, Language ArtsSteven Mogg, Language ArtsDeborah Moore, Social StudiesKevin Morris, Social StudiesCindy Moyer, School CounselingKelly Mulroy, Business EducationEmily Neubert, Language ArtsCorina Nocero, Special EducationAnne Parks, Social StudiesMelisa Perlman, Language ArtsRyan Perlman, Language ArtsNicole Perrine-Wilson, World LanguageAntoinette Perrotta, School CounselingCarolyn Popovic, World LanguageAngela Prendergast, Language ArtsCynthia Pronko, Language ArtsTyler Radel, ScienceBrittany Reckeweg, Language ArtsPeter Rooney, Health/P.E.Bruce Rothenberger, ScienceIlene Rovner, MathematicsLori Ryales, World LanguageMarissa Samit, School CounselingDina Schuman, Technology EducationMelissa Shahbazi, ScienceJames Shoemaker, Social StudiesMichael Shultz, ScienceJeffrey Slanina, World LanguageAlyssa Smith, Social StudiesJenifer Smith, Language ArtsTimothy Smyth, Social StudiesRobert Steinberg, Business EducationSamantha Stirling, Mathematics Timothy Stokes, Health/P.E.Diana Torresani, Language ArtsJustine Towarnicki, Special EducationKathleen Tzorfas, Special EducationShelley Uthgenannt, Special EducationJason VanCassele, Social StudiesBrian Walsh, MathematicsMargaret Webb, ScienceCarissa Welch, Speech and LanguageKimberly White, ScienceIan Williams, ArtScott Williamson, ArtLisa Woodland-Smith, MathematicsVincent Yasenchak, School CounselingWhitney Yost, Language Arts

class of 2021

Annual Commencement

Congratulations

Graduates!

Designed by Amber Farmer

June 10,2021

Wissahickon High School

class of 2021

Annual Commencement

Congratulations

Graduates!

Designed by Amber Farmer

June10,2021

Wissahickon High School

class of 2021

Annual Commencement

Congratulations

Graduates!

Designed by Amber Farmer

June10,2021

Wissahickon High School

class of 2021

Annual Commencement

Congratulations

Graduates!

Designed by Amber Farmer

June 10,2021

Wissahickon High School

class of 2021

Annual Commencement

Congratulations

Graduates!

Designed by Amber Farmer

June10,2021

Wissahickon High School

class of 2021

Annual Commencement

Congratulations

Graduates!

Designed by Amber Farmer

June 10,2021

Wissahickon High School