Underclass Awards Ceremony

Underclass Awards Recipients

 

(Grade 8) - Lillian Smith -  For her deep appreciation for language and her ability to leverage the written word while expertly navigating audience and genre, the 8th grade English Book Award goes to Lillian Smith.

(Grade 9) - Rosie Barstow - For her commitment to excellence in all genres of writing, and her willingness to seek out and accept all academic challenges in the English classroom, the 9th Grade English Book Award goes to Rosie Barstow.

 

(Grade 10) - Maeve Long - For striving toward perfection in her writing and for her ability to read text through a critical and empathetic lens, the 10th grade English Book Award goes to Maeve Long.

 

(Grade 11) -Lucas Barstow- For his engagement with our material, his consistent drive to grow as a writer, and his keen sense of the moment, the 11th grade English Book Award goes to Lucas Barstow. 

The Scholar Shelf award is given to students who are known for their curiosity and leadership in creating an inclusive and dynamic learning environment. Each recipient is nominated by their department. To honor them, a book will be added to the Sanborn Family Library's permanent collection.  

 

(Grade 8) - Megan Kiiza - For her courage to speak her truth, maintain empathy for a variety of perspectives, and elevate the conversation every day, the 8th Grade English Scholar Shelf award goes to Megan Kiiza.

(Grade 9) - Logan Johnson - For his eagerness to explore and understand the nuances of a text (even Shakespeare!) and for always leading and elevating class discussion, the 9th grade English Scholar Shelf Award goes to Logan Johnson. 

 

(Grade 10 )- Benjy Eversberg - For their empathetic mind, creative wit, and passion for reading and learning about humanity through texts, the 10th grade English Scholar Shelf Award goes to Benjy Eversberg. 

 

(Grade 11) - Eliza Tyson - For her confident leadership around the table, her willingness to question the text, and her brave confrontation of injustice, the 11th grade English Scholar Shelf Award goes to Eliza Tyson. 

 

(Grade 8) Cody Scanlon

The 8th grade History Award goes to a student whose bright mind, generous spirit and egalitarian

sensibilities will take her places! Congratulations, Cody Scanlon!

(Grade 9)- Farley Ordway

The 9th grade History Book Award goes to someone who continually strives for excellence in       

history through a desire to understand the world and the perspectives of those around her.     Congratulations, Farley Ordway

(Grade 10)- Eoin Sullivan 

The 10th-grade book award goes to someone who has a genuine excitement for the historical process and dedication to expanding his knowledge of the subject. Congratulations, Eoin Sullivan!

(Grade 11)- Ian Brown

The 11th grade history award goes to someone who has done an excellent job maintaining both individual excellence and a collaborative spirit. Congratulations, Ian Brown!

(Grade 8)- Avery Ciano

The 8th grade History Scholar Shelf Award goes to Avery Ciano for her diligence and unwavering mettle. We are so glad you stayed on! 

(Grade 9)-Griffin Brill

The 9th grade History Scholar Shelf Award goes to Griffin Brill for his emergence as a high achieving   

history scholar whose potential for further growth is limitless. 

(Grade 10)- Charlotte Gorris

Charlotte is a dedicated scholar who is curious about learning and understanding historical events.     She is curious about analyzing events and primary sources.

(Grade 11)- Eva Contis

This award goes to someone who demonstrates a great enthusiasm and love for history.          Congratulations, Eva Contis!

 

(Grade 8)

The 8th-grade book award in math goes to a fascinated and committed young mathematician, wise beyond his years. Congratulations Jason Deng.

(Grade 9) 

The 9th-grade book award in math goes to a conscientious and exemplary student who strives for excellence. He utilizes his knowledge to expand his understanding through connections between what he knows and what he is learning.  Congratulations Sean Xie.

(Grade 10)

The 10th-grade book award in math goes to a dynamic mathematical mind, bouncing helter-skelter from one idea to the next. Congratulations Emmett Cameron

(Grade 11) 

The 11th-grade book award in math goes to a student who is positive, engaged, curious, and inquisitive. His work is rigorous, detailed, and almost always on point. He is an outstanding mathematician. Congratulations Ryan Yook

(Grade 8)

The 8th-grade scholar shelf award in math goes to a student who consistently leads by example in her participation, work ethic, and kindness. Congratulations Osie Hedden.

(Grade 9)

The 9th-grade scholar shelf award in math goes to a student who is kind and hardworking. Her curiosity not only supports her own learning but also benefits her classmates. In striving for excellence, she learns from her mistakes and continues to grow as a student. 

Congratulations Farley Ordway

 

(Grade 10)

The 10th-grade scholar shelf award in math goes to a conscientious and capable student who has embraced the opportunity to learn mathematics. This award recognizes her growth and aptitude for mathematical thinking. Congratulations Brynn Newsom.

 

(Grade 11)

The 11th-grade scholar shelf award in math goes to a student who continues to find happiness in discovering new ideas. Congratulations Sam Krizo.

The Computer Science Book Award goes to a student with exceptional skills and work ethic. Lucie never settles for less than her best in CS. Congratulations Lucie Jezkova. 

Science Book Awards 

(Grade 8)

The 8th-grade book award in science goes to a student who consistently seeks feedback and is determined to do their best work.  Congratulations Tess Smith.

(Grade 9)

For our 9th grade book award in science: Your inquisitive nature and excitement for learning will take you places! Congratulations Rosie Barstow.

(Grade 10)

The 10th grade book award in science goes to a student who has a wonderful mix of enthusiasm, drive, and curiosity that bolsters both her class participation and desire to learn. Congratulations Ella Wilder.

(Grade 11) 

The 11th grade book award in science winner is honored with a haiku from one of their teachers…

Business first Biology, the scholastic magician teach me a card trick! Congratulations Will Brown.

 

(Grade 8)

The 8th-grade scholar shelf award in science goes to someone who is curious, engaged, and a leader in the classroom. Congratulations Calla Taylor.

(Grade 9)

The 9th-grade scholar-shelf award in science goes to a student who always digs deep into his work and thoroughly explains the answer; he has the drive to learn. Congratulations Gabe Kean.

(Grade 10)

The 10th-grade scholar shelf award in science goes to a student who is a quiet leader, driven by curiosity, incredibly thorough, and encourages all around her to do their best work. Congratulations Brenna Fraser.

(Grade 11)

The 11th-grade scholar shelf award in science  winner is honored with a haiku: A curious student arrives questioning, the how does that...? An astute observer goes on excitedly explaining landscapes! Congratulations Meredith MacMillan.

RENSSELAER MEDAL – For over 100 years, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, in collaboration with high schools worldwide, has awarded the Rensselaer Medal and scholarship as a way to recognize the accomplishments of outstanding students who distinguish themselves in their science and mathematics courses.  Congratulations Nahom Abatenah

BAUSCH AND LOMB SCIENCE AWARD — Since 1933, Bausch and Lomb along with the University of Rochester has honored high-achieving high school juniors. The honorary science award is bestowed upon a top member of the Junior Class “in recognition of outstanding academic achievement and superior intellectual promise in the field of science.” Congratulations James Crowley

 

IDEAS Center Innovator’s Award - Each year, the Marlon Family IDEAS Center gives the Innovator Award to a student in the underclass who exemplifies the spirit of innovation and entrepreneurship. This year's winner mastered the techniques for creating marquetry and then improved upon it with an innovative method for creating veneer skis with multiple colors. He continues to apply his skills to create the things he needs to pursue his interests, help others, and elevate what is possible for those who will come after him. Congratulations, Henry Leduc

IDEAS Center Scholar shelf recipients - This year's IDEAS Center Scholar Shelf Award goes to a student who continues using the skills learned in class to improve the world for others. The willingness to do hard things for the sake of others should always be commended. Congratulations, Aiden Baker

 

(Grade 8) - This student has displayed an exceptional passion for learning French, consistently demonstrating dedication, creativity, and a genuine enthusiasm for exploring the language and culture. His commitment to mastering French grammar and vocabulary, paired with his insightful contributions to class, makes Tristan Kelleher an outstanding recipient of the 8th grade book award in French.

Underclass - The recipient of the French underclass award is a student who has made so much progress over the course of his time here. He can hold a spontaneous conversation in French on any number of subjects and is able to express himself clearly and concisely in conversation as in writing using all the vocabulary at his disposal and what’s more, he enjoys a good French film! I am proud to present the underclass book award in French to Jasper Wills.

We are honored to recognize this student with the Scholar Shelf award, celebrating her remarkable journey in learning French. Despite being a complete beginner at the start of the year, her unwavering dedication and perseverance have led to impressive progress and achievement.  This year’s 8th Grade Scholar shelf award goes to Mariah Baker.

The two students who are receiving the scholar shelf awards are industrious with strong work ethics and they ask really probing questions. They have both developed the ability to parse a text and to communicate their ideas and views in a persuasive manner.  This year’s Underclass scholar shelf award goes to Filip Nesic and Emmett Cameron. 

8th Grade - The 8th Grade Spanish Book Award is presented to a curious learner who has strong language acquisition. She is an ambitious student who enjoys Spanish to no end, Congratulations to Jocelyn Murphy.

The Spanish underclass book award is shared by two students, Ingrid Janicki and James Crowley. Ingrid is a passionate gatherer of knowledge and elevates every debate and conversation. James makes powerful and insightful connections with the material covered. Both are effective communicators and clearly love the language they are learning. Congratulations to Ingrid and James.

The recipient of the 8th Grade Spanish Scholar Shelf Award is a student who has demonstrated consistent understanding and strong retention to the introduction of the Spanish language.  Congratulations to Wyatt Carter.

This underclass scholar shelf award in Spanish is for a strong confident learner who is developing a nuanced use of Spanish to tackle large and small topics alike. His development of Spanish extends beyond the classroom. He speaks and writes with a mature, scholarly voice. This year’s underclass scholar shelf award goes to Lucas Barstow.

Gould’s chapters of the National Language Honor Society provide an opportunity to recognize outstanding scholarship in the study of the French and Spanish languages. The national language societies serve many purposes - they provide a vehicle for focusing activities around the French and Spanish language, literature, and cultures both here on campus, and in our greater region.  The societies will provide our students the chance to participate in international service projects.  Additionally, a student’s inclusion in the national society also allows for participation in an annual writing contest as well as the possibility to apply for annual travel grants and scholarships.

The motto of our French Society shows our faith in the importance that we accord to the study of a second language: L’homme qui sait deux langages en vaut deux! - The person who knows two languages is worth two people.  

2024 FRENCH NATIONAL HONOR SOCIETY INDUCTEES:

2024 SPANISH NATIONAL HONOR SOCIETY INDUCTEES:

 

(Grade 8) This young artist proved to be a curious and creative artist who particularly enjoyed painting with watercolors and exploring various forms of art in the 8th grade art class- Calla Taylor

(Grade 9) A  gifted, and clever young artist who is sincere and uses her ability to make complex works look easy.  Kisaki Ishibashi

(Grade 10) A hard working and genuine artist with a focused approach, he’s always the last one to leave class. Ezra Karwacky

(Grade 11) An extremely prolific artist who works on many projects at once and is an excellent example to those around her. Her work ethic and sense of humor energize everyone around her. Eva Contis

An artist who’s always pushing to make the most exciting and original works, confident, skillful, and creative. Meredith McMillan

(underclass pottery award) Her passion for pottery was evident in the pots she created, making the studio her second home and earning her this well-deserved pottery award. Cecile Richard

(Grade 8)- Tristan Kelleher- he has a  passion, eagerness, and deep desire to create quality work which he combines with natural artistic talent.

 

(Grade 9)- Hauna Fitzmorris-a very talented and bright young artist who is easy to work with and an excellent classmate

(Grade 10)- Linnea Kelleher- a confident and prolific young artist who moves from piece to piece effortlessly.

 

(Grade 11)- Ingrid Janicki- extremely hard working and always willing to challenge herself with large scale works.

Music (Vocal) This young vocalist's dedication to the MSM program, growth, and stage presence have a way of lifting up those around her when she performs. Maeve Grocki

Music (Instrumental)  (Underclass) - A dedicated and diligent musician who works hard with the MSM program which makes him a top notch candidate for amazing music schools. Brooks Oyler

Theater / Technical (underclass) - For their continued passion, enthusiasm and commitment to making magic happen on the stage by working hard behind the scenes, the tech theater book award goes to Noa Tsapis

Drama (underclass) - This student exploded on the stage with energy and enthusiasm and with their ability to inhabit the character Renfield in the fall theater production of Dracula. Benjy Eversberg

Each year, we are proud to join with several college partners to present awards to members of the junior class who have demonstrated significant academic achievement and evidence of their commitment to the values put forth by each respective college. 

DARTMOUTH ALUMNI CLUB BOOK AWARD — Given to an outstanding member of the Junior Class who ranks in the top ten percent of the class; who demonstrates strong character; who has made a positive contribution to the school community; and is a candidate for admission to a competitive college or university.  The recipient of the Dartmouth Alumni Club Book Award is - Ian Brown

ST. LAWRENCE UNIVERSITY BOOK AWARD — As an institution, St. Lawrence University takes great pride in their commitment to service in their local community. Students are encouraged to take an intentional role in maintaining and strengthening this relationship and do so in a variety of meaningful ways. From academic pursuits to clubs and organizations on campus, service is an integral piece of the St. Lawrence identity. Tonight, I am pleased to present the St Lawrence University Book Award recognizing a member of the junior class who has consistently demonstrated a significant commitment to community service. In addition to this year’s selected book, Rough Sleepers by Tracey Kidder, our Book Award winner will receive a $1,000 per year merit scholarship if they apply and are accepted to St. Lawrence University. In honor of this demonstrated commitment to serve our community, I am proud to present this year’s St. Lawrence University Book Award to -  Meredith McMillan

SMITH COLLEGE BOOK AWARD – The Smith College Club of Maine wishes to recognize the achievements of students at our school by presenting the Smith Book Award to an outstanding female junior who exemplifies the academic achievement, leadership qualities, and concern for others that characterize the thousands of women who have graduated from Smith College – 

Reese Furneaux

BRANDEIS BOOK AWARD FOR SOCIAL ACTION & CIVIC ENGAGEMENT — This award is presented by Brandeis University to recognize an outstanding junior in the top 15% of their class who demonstrates a commitment to civic engagement, community service, political activism, or social justice.  This year, we are happy to present the award to - Lucas Barstow

BOWDOIN BOOK AWARD - This award recognizes a high school junior who demonstrates the values written in Bowdoin’s “Offer of the College”: to be at home in all lands and ages; to carry the keys of the world’s library in your pocket; to cooperate with others for common ends. The faculty and college counseling team are very honored to present this award to - Nahom Abatenah

BRITTINEY WISH BEVIN KINDNESS AWARD - At Gould kindness is a core value: kindness is practiced as caring for each other, acting with empathy in pursuit of a respectful and inclusive community where we can thrive as individuals and grow to our greatest collective potential. 

This award was created by Gould Alumnus, Matthew Bevin ‘85, in honor of his daughter, Brittiney who was tragically killed in a car accident on September 22, 2003 at the age of 17. Brittiney had attended Gould during the summer for a Spanish immersion program and loved her time on campus. Brittiney was known to her friends and family as a caring and compassionate young adult; she aided those in need through missionary work in India and Romania. Her family has set up Kindness Awards in places that she loved to keep Brittiney’s memory alive.

The winner of this award is a junior who received the largest number of nominations from the student body. This student embodies Brittiney’s spirit and Gould’s core value of Kindness. 

This year’s recipient of the Brittiney Wish Bevin Kindness Award is: Reiley Hedden

 

THE TODD STUDENT AMBASSADOR AWARD - has been established in honor of John Todd, an esteemed alumnus, faculty member, and Gould parent. Mr. Todd, a member of the class of 1960, served in the US Navy before joining Gould's faculty in the 1980s as Director of Development & Alumni Relations. For over three decades, he dedicated himself to advancing Gould's philanthropic endeavors and promoting its mission and values.  This award, carefully selected by the Admissions & Development teams, celebrates the outstanding service of one underclass student and one senior who has demonstrated exceptional commitment as Blue Key ambassadors during their tenure at Gould. This year's underclass award recipient is Lauren Pelletier 

SENIOR FOUR POINT SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITY - 

The Geiger Four Point Support Fund was created through the generosity of Harvey and Pam Geiger to provide funds to support Gould students with their Senior Four Point Projects. Five Geiger Four Point Scholars have been selected through an application process to receive a $2000 stipend to support their Senior Four Point project. These projects are well developed, innovative,  and demonstrate at least one of Gould’s values of curiosity, creativity, kindness, and courage.  The recipients of the scholarships are- James Tucker, Carter Willis, Destiny Kiiza, Ian Brown, and Olivia Stracuzzi.  

 

CAROLYN S. WOLLEN AWARD — An award created by Headmaster Emeritus and Mrs. William P. Clough III in honor of Trustee Emerita Carolyn S. Wollen.  Carolyn served on the Board of Trustees at Gould Academy from May 1985-May, 2007.  This award honors a Gould Academy sophomore girl who reveals leadership potential through personal example and engages fully in school life. Carolyn Wollen personified these qualities as a Gould Academy Trustee.  The recipient of this award is Ella Susan Wilder, who is studying in Spain and will receive her award when she returns to Maine! 

EDMOND J. VACHON AWARD –An award created by Gould Academy in honor of Headmaster Emeritus Edmond J. Vachon.  Mr. Vachon joined the Gould faculty in September 1940, became Senior Master in 1941, Associate Headmaster in 1954, and Headmaster in 1959.  He also served on the Gould Board of Trustees from 1961 until his retirement as Headmaster in June of 1967.  The award is given to that member of the Junior Class who exemplifies outstanding contribution to the school and achievement in the community – Meredith Mcmillan