“I am from the Philippines. I was born and raised in Muntinlupa, where I lived most of my life until I was 17.  I grew up with my two older brothers and my pet tortoise. When I turned 17, I went to the US to finish high school. Growing up in the Philippines has made me open to different people and cultures. This helped me adapt more easily at Northwood because it’s so diverse. I miss the Philippines a lot, and I really enjoyed my time there.

“My favorite food is anything Japanese. I love sushi, gyozas, anything. I also really love Japan. The combination of natural beauty and big city is amazing. It is my favorite vacation place, and I hope to live there someday.

“When not playing soccer, I find myself playing the piano, listening to music, and going to the gym. I love music and have grown up playing it. It helps me relax and makes me happy. I have also started going to the gym more often this year. Having the Northwood gym nearby is very convenient, and a lot of my friends go. I love sports and exercise, so I want to be a physical therapist when I am older. Next year is still undecided for me in terms of college, but I will be training with a professional team in the Philippines over the summer and seeing where that takes me.

“My experience at Northwood was memorable. At first, it took some getting used to but being in a community that has been very supportive made it a lot easier. I have enjoyed playing on the team, and I have made friendships that will last a lifetime. I am grateful for my Northwood experience and will miss it.”

As told to Mitchell Baker ’24. Photo by Mr. Michael Aldridge.

Director of College Guidance Mr. David McCauley announced the following Book Awards and College Scholarship nominations at an awards ceremony on Monday afternoon.

BOOK AWARDS

Book Award Recipients. Photo by Mr. Michael Aldridge.

Dartmouth Book Award

The Dartmouth Alumni Book Award Program has two goals:  to recognize and reward high school juniors who have excelled both academically and in their extracurricular activities; and to encourage these talented students to consider attending Dartmouth.  The winner is:

WILLIAM SCHNEID

Williams Book Award

The Williams College Book Award encourages intellectual excellence and recognizes student achievement.  A book is awarded to the student who has demonstrated intellectual leadership and made significant contribution to the extracurricular life of their school. The winner is:

SYDNEY KUDER

Brown Book Award

Brown University honors the junior who best combines academic excellence with clarity in written and spoken expression.  Language is the highest expression of our humanity; it defines what we are and what we aspire to be.  Those who use words effectively will be the leaders in the generation.  In them we invest our hope; to them we accord our respect.  With this award, we salute their potential.  The winner is:

DIOGO CHARRAZ

ST. LAWRENCE BOOK AWARD

St. Lawrence University honors the achievement of a high school junior who has displayed a significant commitment to community service.  The winner of this award will receive a $4,000 merit scholarship over four years.

AUDREY “GRACIE” HURLBUT

BOWDOIN BOOK AWARD

This award recognizes a high school junior who has demonstrated extraordinary service to the common good and an unusual passion for inquiry, discovery, and innovative thinking. The winner is:

SHREENIKET BHAT

SCHOLARSHIP NOMINATIONS

Recipients of Scholarship Nominations. Photo by Mr. Michael Aldridge.

UNIVERSITY OF NOTRE DAME BOOK AWARD

The Notre Dame Book Award recognizes a junior who is a creative, compassionate individual; who is curious, excels academically; and who seeks social justice and a way to make a difference.  The recipient is:

CHRISTOPHER “DIEGO” GREEN

UNIVERSITY OF ROCHESTER AWARDS

The University of Rochester’s High School Awards Program recognizes current juniors who demonstrate exceptional promise.  This year, Northwood School has nominated four outstanding students.

BAUSCH & LOMB HONORARY SCIENCE AWARD

The first award is a merit scholarship for a minimum of $5,000 per year to the University of Rochester given to one junior with outstanding academic achievement in the field of science and math.  This year’s nominee is:

DREW DONATELLO

FREDERICK DOUGLASS and SUSAN B. ANTHONY AWARD

The second award is a merit scholarship for a minimum of $5,000 per year to the University of Rochester given to one junior with a demonstrated commitment to understanding and addressing difficult social issues as well as leadership and dedication to community action. This year’s nominee for this award is:

LOHKOAH PAYE

GEORGE EASTMAN YOUNG LEADERS AWARD

The third award is a merit scholarship for a minimum of $5,000 per year to the University of Rochester given to one junior with strong leadership experience at school and in the community as well as extensive involvement in extra-curricular activities.  Northwood’s nominee this year is:

MINH TUE (JENNY) TRAN

XEROX AWARD FOR INNOVATION AND INFORMATION TECHOLOGY

The fourth award is a merit scholarship for a minimum of $5,000 per year given to one high school junior who has a strong interest in innovation and/or information technology, exposure to new technologies such as pursing serious work opportunities laboratories or industry and leading other students to new approaches such as innovative community service, after-school activities and best uses of internal communications tools such as chat and blogs.  The nominee for this award is:

AUGUSTINE “GUS” GARVEY

RENSSELAER MEDAL         

This award is presented annually by the Alumni Association of Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute to a nominated student in the Junior Class who ranks highest in math & science and has the greatest interest in a science-related career.  This merit scholarship is for up to $160,000 over four years.  Northwood’s nominee this year is:

LEO DOYLE

CLARKSON AWARDS

The Clarkson University High School Leadership Award recognizes outstanding leadership qualities and academic promise.  This award carries a $100,000 scholarship over four years.  The winner is:

CHARLES LEDUC

The Clarkson University High School Achievement Award carries a $80,000 scholarship over four years.  This year’s winner is:

ALEXANDER “ALEX” RANDALL

AUGSBURY/NORTH COUNTRY SCHOLARSHIP AT ST. LAWRENCE UNIVERSITY

The Augsbury/North Country Scholarship was established in 1974 and serves to recognize academic and co-curricular leadership among designated North Country and Canadian high school students.  The four-year scholarship, worth up to $140,000, is awarded to three nominated students.  Northwood School’s nominees are:

CARA DEMPSEY
 TEEGAN WARDLAW 

MAYA WISSLER

ROCHESTER INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY AWARDS

By recognizing potential and fostering dreams, RIT is defining a future where innovation and creativity converge at the intersection of education and opportunity.  RIT’s High School Awards program recognizes outstanding students in their junior year for their leadership, service, and achievements.

THE WOMEN IN STEM AWARD, $76,000 over four years / $19,000 per year, recognizes juniors who have distinguished themselves academically, are active and involved members of their school and community, and demonstrate high achievement, ability, and interest in science, computing, robotics and/or math.  The winner this year is:

ADDISON TRUSCOTT

THE SCIENCE AND MATH AWARD acknowledges high school juniors who have distinguished themselves academically, are active and involved members of their school and community and demonstrate interest and ability in science and math.  The Northwood winner for this $76,000 over four years / $19,000 per year award is:

LAURA DYKE

THE ART AND DESIGN AWARD, also $76,000 over four years / $19,000 per year, recognizes high school junior nominees who have distinguished themselves academically, are active and involved members of their school and community and demonstrate outstanding achievement in art and design.  This year’s winner is:

TREY FRANTZ

SAINT MICHAEL’S COLLEGE BOOK AWARD

The Saint Michael’s Book Award recognizes a pair of juniors who exhibit the characteristics of an ideal Saint Michael’s student.  Nominees are candidates for the Cum Laude Society and demonstrate Social Conscience:  they show a sustained and sincere commitment to community service, issues of peace and justice, and concern for others.  This year’s nominees, who are eligible to receive a scholarship to Saint Michael’s College of at least $22,000 per year up to full tuition, are:

MICHAEL PELUSO

ZACHARY WARGO

St. Bonaventure BONNIE Scholarships

At St. Bonaventure, Franciscan values of community and service are cornerstones of their identity, mission, and culture. The Bonnie Scholarships, $80,000 over 4 years of study, reward students based on qualities that reflect the core values of the university, including academic excellence, community, integrity, wisdom, leadership, social responsibility, compassion, and an appreciation for diversity.  This year’s nominees from Northwood are:

COLTON CUSHMAN

CLAYTON FULLER

MACHAI DAVIS

CAMILO PEREDA LOPÉZ

JORGE “JESSE” SCHOCH

ELMIRA COLLEGE KEY

Sponsored by the Elmira College Alumni Association, the Elmira Key has been awarded since 1935.  This merit award is bestowed upon an outstanding student in their junior year of high school.  The Elmira Key holds a monetary scholarship of $88,000 over four years upon enrolling at Elmira.  This year’s winner is:

TREY ZEREN

Alfred University Scholars Award

Alfred University offers a wide variety of scholarships to acknowledge the special abilities of new first year, transfer and international students.  One current junior from each high school will be eligible for this award. Based on the chosen major, the nominated recipient will receive up to $30,000 per year until graduating from Alfred University.  This year’s nominee for this award goes to:

JONATHAN “JT” WINT