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June 8, 2015
Volume XV Issue 9
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Faculty bid adieu to library, security, English and math peers
Have book, will travel Farewell to Putnam By Laura Pasquale Screen & Sound Editor
The completion of this school year will include the retirement of librarian and book whisperer Mrs. Karen Putnam, who has been a media specialist in various schools since 1990. “The part of my job I’ve al-
ways enjoyed most is reader guidance – connecting people to books I think they’ll enjoy. To do that well, you have to do a lot of reading yourself – and since that’s one of my favorite activities, it’s worked out fine,” Putnam said. Putnam has reached students outside the library too. She is proud to have been the Gay-Straight Alliance’s first faculty adviser. She said she advises her re-
placement to, “be prepared to be flexible, since things are always changing and you never know what people are going to ask you.” Putnam often worked alongside Mrs. Judy Shue, whom she credits with much of the library’s success. Shue said, “Mrs. Putnam has dedicated the last 15 years of her professional career to developing students’ research
skills and a love of learning. Some of the things I will miss about Mrs. Putnam are her warm smile, laid-back personality and kindness.” Putnam is moving to Gloucester, Massachusetts, with her husband, where they will live by the beach. She hopes to pursue a parttime career as a copy editor and is very excited to start traveling in the off-season.
27 Year Career Mr. Lamparello
He has worked for 27 years in the district, at every school, but for the last few years has worked exclusively at the high school. Lamparello said that, since he began working in the district, special education has become less exclusive and more inclusive, putting children with special needs in regular classrooms rather than in separate ones.
The thing he will miss most is the close relationships between his colleagues. He said his favorite part of the job was the fluidity of every day, not having to do the same things everyday, and being able to set up his own schedule. For the incoming staff, he advises, “Be flexible, yet straightforward. One of my favorite sayings is to treat oth-
and of course, the students.” After he retires, he plans to travel the globe and play much more golf. He also looks forward to spending much more time with his grandchildren. Day Watchman Mr. Froisland said, “Mr. McCandless has given over a dozen years
on his future endeavors.” Guidance Secretary Ms. Annette Pantano said,“I have known John McCandless for over 40 years, but the best years were being part of the McCandlessProcaccini comedy show in the attendance office.”
By Emily Gao Buzz Editor
Mr. Robert Lamparello Photo Credit: Emily Gao
Mr. Robert Lamparello, a member of the Child Study team in the Special Education department, served as a psychologist and consultant for the high school in the area of special needs.
Juniors and Seniors attended this annual event on May 15, where they gathered for pictures, dinner and dancing with friends.
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Mrs. Karen Putnam Photo Credit: Laura Pasquale
ers as you would like to be treated. “Don’t take things personally when disagreeing with a parent or student,” he said. When asked about his greatest achievement, Mr. Lamparello said, “I have set out to do what I wanted to do. I wanted to be a psychologist and work with young people.”
A Community Man school maintains its safety a good run. The things I will of good service to this reputation. However, this miss the most are the every- school. He will be greatly Mr. John McCandless past 2014-15 school he be- day routine, my co-workers, missed and I wish him well
By Sophie Lees Staff Reporter
Mr. John McCandless has dedicated the past 15 years of his career to protecting and tending to the needs of our school. In the past 14 years, McCandless has served as the day watchman, making sure our
came the night watchman. McCandless has always been one to give back to the community through his career. Before he came to the Summit High School, he worked as a police officer in Summit for twenty two years. McCandless said, “It was
Inside this month’s Verve....
Staff Page............................ 2 Awards of Excellence ......... 3 - 5 Last Will & Testament ........ 6 - 7 Class of 2015 Post-Grad Plans 8
Mr. John McCandless Photo Credit: Sophie Lees
Class of 2015 Destinations.............. 9 Rejected Senior Superlatives.......... 10 Class of 2015 Facts & Predictions.. 11 Turf ................................................ 12
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Verve ‘14-15 Farewell
June 2015
2015-2016 Verve Staff Editor-in-Chief: Ethan Mandelbaum Managing Editors: Emily Gao Laura Pasquale Metro News Editor: Sophie Lees Globe Editor: Rachel Isralowitz Opinion Editor: Ellie Rogoff Entertainment Editor: Kaitlin Stewart
We got the scoop! Verve’s 2014-2015 reporting staff and editorial board. Pictured front L-R: Senior Emily Hurley, Managing Editor Carly Leiter, Editors-in-Chief Meredith Robertson, and Ellie Schaffer, Seniors Jackson Sidebottom and Daniel Montgomery. Robertson and Schaffer are holding Verve’s 2015 First Prize award from the American Scholastic Press Association. Seated in the middle row (L-R) Seniors Anika Becker, Ryan Blume, Anna Tselevich, Cam Fuoti, and Ashley White. Blume, Tselevich and White are holding past Silver Crown and Bronze honors from the Columbia Scholastic Press Association. Standing in back (L-R): Spencer Frey, Matthew Mormile, Ethan Mandelbaum, Sophie Lees, Kaitlin Stewart, Laura Pasquale, Emily Gao, Rachel Isralowitz, Caroline Phillips, Ellie Rogoff, and Ben Henning. Photo Credit: Anne Weisgerber
Buzz Editor: Caroline Phillips Sports Editors: Spencer Frey Matthew Mormile Adviser:
Ms. Irina Itriyeva
...from the editors’ desk: love, Ellie & Meredith
It’s been an amazing ride. We started the school year with a goal: to make Verve into something the students would be excited for. And obviously we are biased, but we think we did a pretty good job. The amount of student voices that were featured throughout the year made our community feel a little smaller and a little more connected. We are so proud to have been a part of that. Some highlights of the 20142015 school year include: a certain fruit that took the school by storm, our new and improved whole wheat cafeteria, ALICE drills, the phenonenom of the faux-hawk, a semi-eventful semi formal,
the “Hit Me Baby One More Time” rendition performed by our fabulous 2015 Mr. Summit, and more. Some lowlights include: a certain fruit that took the school by storm, the loss of our beloved Magic Fountain, the senior prank ???, an unsuccessful game of assassins, the end :(. Starting right now, (deep breath), we are officially passing on the Verve torch to the beyond capable Editor-inChief for the 2015-2016 year, Ethan Mandelbaum. Ethan, we have all the confidence in the world that you will lead this team and continue to make Verve something special. We are proud of you already. Make the Editor’s Desk funny,
that’s all we ask. It’s starting to hit us right now that this is the last time we will sit down together to write an Editor’s Desk. Verve has given both of us something that is unrivaled by anything else we have learned in high school. It has given us confidence, and pride, and something to truly look forward to, and we hope reading it has done the same for all of you. As we head into the next chapter of our lives, we will hold on to everything we have learned here at SHS. To all of the underclassmen: always remember that you are part of something really special. Signing off, Ellie Schaffer and Meredith Robertson.
Soon-to-be Verve alumni: Editor-in-Chief Meredith Robertson, adviser 20102015 Mrs. Anne Weisgerber, and Editor-in-Chief Ellie Schaffer for one last photo in room 239. Hey Arnold! approves. Photo credit: Kevin Murray
Our final announcement. Starting next year, Ms. Irina Itriyeva will be taking over the position of Verve Adviser in place of Mrs. Anne Weisgerber. While we know we are leaving the Verve in capable hands, we would like to take a moment to thank Mrs. Weisgerber from the bottom of our
Summit Senior High School 125 Kent Place Boulevard Summit, NJ 07901 Staff Reporters: Editors-in-Chief:
Meredith Robertson Ellie Schaffer
Managing Editors:
Carly Leiter Megan Shaw
Metro News Editor: Ethan Mandelbaum Globe Editor: Anika Becker Opinion Editor: Anna Tselevich Spirit Guide: Jackson Sidebotton
Entertainment Editors: Ashley White Laura Pasquale Buzz Editor: Emily Gao Sports Editor: Cam Fuoti Asst Sports Editor: Dan Montgomery Art Director: Ryan Blume Circulation: Sophie Lees Kaitlin Stewart
Ryan Blume, Spencer Frey, Ben Henning, Emily Hurley, Rachel Isralowitz, Sophie Lees, Matthew Mormile, Caroline Phillips, Marielle Rogoff, Kaitlin Stewart Principal: Mr. Paul Sears Assistant Principals: Mrs. Stacy Grimaldi Mr. Michael Lapotasky Adviser: Mrs. Anne Weisgerber English Supervisor: Mr. Corey Walsh
hearts for everything she has given us. She has inspired us and all of the Verve staff to always be passionate, ethical, and confident. Words can not express how lucky we have been to have had her as a role model and friend throughout the last four years. We miss you already!
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Awards of Excellence
English: Mackenzie Roberts
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Zachary Kaplan Tufts University
about it for days on end.” Alexander said his love for science “has grown tremendously after having such incredible science teachers over the past four years.” His studies will continue at Harvard in the fall.
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Alexander Kelser was presented the science award by Dr. Benjamin Greene. Alexander said, “My grandpa was really the first one to kindle my interest in science. He was a physical chemist himself, and when I was younger, he would do small physics demonstrations for me, just in his basement or the backyard. They were simple, but those little experiments were what first piqued my interest in science.” Alexander also attributes his success to Greene, his science research teacher and mentor. Greene said, “Alex has always been a very low key and extremely thoughtful student. An intellectual is a type of person whose thoughts have physical consequences. If something doesn’t add up, it bothers them for a very long time. Alex is exactly like that. If he can not figure something out, he will think
Alexander Kelser Harvard University
Instrumental Music: Madeline Ashmun
Madeline Ashmun is honored to recieve the instrumental music award and have her musical efforts recognized as she graduates. She said, “There are a ton of great band and orchestra musicians who are seniors this year so I feel very appreciative and somewhat undeserving of this award!” Her variety of musical capabilities have been widely inspired over the years by several great instructors and conductors including the teen helpers at FLASH, her private teacher Alice Hamlet, Mrs. Barbara Vierschilling, and Jeff Grogan, the conductor of the New Jersey Youth Symphony, as well as many popular musicians such as Esperanza Spalding. She’s partaken in many musical clubs, including the school orchestra and other outside organizations. Vierschilling said, “Maddy is a consummate musician whose sensitivity to
the music has made a tremendous influence on our orchestra program. She is a young woman with deep convictions whose integrity impacts and influences those around her.” Madeline is majoring in at the University of North Carolina.
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By Emily Hurley Staff Writer
Madeline Ashmun University of North Carolina
Mackenzie Roberts is receiving the English Award of Excellence for her dedication to greatness in English. Mackenzie said, “I am very honored and grateful to be receiving this award because to me, it signifies the product of four years of very hard work. A huge thank you to the entire English department for providing amazing resources and helping me develop my skills to where they are today!” Mackenzie appreciates the growth she has seen as she has progressed to honors and AP level English classes. She also appreciates the people that influenced her English skills, and made it possible for her to receive this award. Mr. Michael Magdalenski said, “I had the very good fortune of teaching Mackenzie at the “bookends” of her high school career. She is a true thinker. Her thinking is perceptible and palpable. When an intriguing question is offered or when a class-mate provides
an interpretation, you can actually see her carefully contemplate with a characteristic head tilt. The world needs scholars, moral exemplars, and leaders like Mackenzie.” Mackenzie will attend Duke University in the fall, where she plans to major in neuroscience.
Mackenzie Roberts Duke University
World Language: Alvaro Aguilar
Science: Alexander Kelser
By Sophie Lees Staff Writer
By Ashley White Entertainment Editor
By Dan Montgomery Co-Editor Sports
Alvaro Aguilar has made a difference in the language department. “Alvaro is truly a linguist. When he came here he knew little English but he entered the ESL program and learned quickly,” said Ms. Aurora Hermo, who presented Alvaro with the award. “In addition to Spanish and English, he took advanced courses in French as well. He is definitely an understanding and talented student who deserves to be recognized for not only Spanish, but his achievements in all three languages.” Alvaro said, “It makes me extremely proud to win this award. It’s been a long time since I’ve been recognized for something so meaningful.” He said his devotion to Spanish results from the support of his family. “My family and its Spanish background has really influenced my love
of language. Without their support I would not have won this award.” Alvaro said he plans to further his education by pursuing his Bachelor’s Degree at Rutgers University, New Brunswick campus.
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Zachary Kaplan has always had a knack for mathematics. He said, “I’m really happy--there are lots of good math students in the school, and it’s nice to be recognized. It’s always fun when the stuff you love is the same as the stuff you’re good at.” Zach said he owes his success to some math teachers he has had over the course of his education, especially his third and ninth grade teachers, Mr. Chris Miller and Ms. Amelia Petrocelli. He said, “Mr. Miller recognized my ability and pushed me to try all sorts of maths. Ms. Petrocelli introduced me to the thrill of proving things, as opposed to just accepting them.” Petrocelli said, “Zach is one of a kind. He has more enthusiasm and natural ability for math as a student than I have ever seen at this level. He has the drive to teach himself. I am very proud of him.” Zach does not limit his learning to
school. For the past three years he has attended a summer camp called AwesomeMath where he widened his horizons and deepened his appreciation of mathematics. Zach will be attending Tufts University and will major in mathematics.
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Mathematics: Zachary Kaplan
By Ben Henning Staff Writer
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Alvaro Aguilar Rutgers University
Vocal Music: Dana Goodstein
By Anika Becker Globe News Editor
Dana Goodstein has been singing for 11 years, and has participated in a myriad of choruses such as the school choir, Chamber Choir, Regions Choir, Allstate Mixed Choir, and been in the Papermill Playhouse Broadway Show Choir since it began three years ago. In response to receiving this award, Dana said, “I feel honored to represent the vocal music department and it’s a great way to end my high school career.”She also said she had been influenced by Mr. Wayne Mallette throughout her career, as well as her old musical theater teacher, Cindy. Mallette, the school’s chorus teacher, presented the award, and said he felt Dana was most deserving. He said, “There are three things that set Dana apart from other vocalists: her incredible work ethic, her compassion, and her natural ability. She is incredibly diligent, her humility is something not normally found among great vocal-
ists, and she has a power to sing and this sound just comes out so naturally.” Dana will continue her vocal career in college, where she intends to major in music education at the University of Delaware.
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Dana Goodstein University of Delaware
Awards of Excellence
Elizabeth Wilson Fordham University
Industrial Arts: Conner Tomasello The sky is the limit for Conner Tomasello, the 2015 winner of the Industrial Arts Award of Excellence. The award was presented by Mr. Adam Fern, Conner’s architecture teacher. Fern said, “Conner was a worthy recipient due to his dedication, commitment, and excellence in the area of architecture.” Conner has been fascinated with building and design ever since childhood. He was interested in “the ability to create things from a young age.” His skill began with Legos, as he built complex items of his own design. Conner also has a talent to draw and sketch buildings and structures. He does his research from architectural books and magazines He said, “It gives me confidence in furthering my future for architecture, and I am honored.” Conner is a busy student, who also
participates in cross country, winter, and spring track. He represented Summit in the Penn Relays this year and set three school records overall for Summit. Conner plans to attend Auburn University in the fall and will seek a degree in architecture.
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By Matthew Mormile Staff Writer
Conner Tomasello Auburn University
Vocational Education: Samra Shakeel Senior Samra Shakeel has enjoyed an extremely successful year, also winning the Outstanding and Exceptional Second Year Commercial Art Student Award and second place in the Teen Media Contest for her artwork, also winning the Union County teen arts showcase award. She has also presented and exhibited her work for the last two years in an artistic discovery showcase led by congressman Leonard Lance. Samra says that she owes all of her success to the help and constant support of Mrs. Schreiber and Mrs. Patricia Walsh and the child study team, as well as her family. Mrs. Walsh, the presenter of her award has the highest of praises for Samra and said, “I have had the pleasure of working with her for the past four years and she has continued to grow tremendously socially, emotion-
ally, and academically. Her warm and kind demeanor is embraced by her peers. Everyone knows and loves Samra!” Samra will continue her time at Summit High School and also spend time at the Vocational School as a fifth year student in the Commercial Art Program.
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By Anna Tselevich Opinion Editor
Samra Shakeel Summit High School
Technology: Peter Gangi
Peter was very humble and feels as he could have never done it alone. Peter said,“Winning this award is great. Through my high school years, I have worked closely with the technology department, e.g., Charlie, Mr. Schauer and Mr. Cooper with them helping me or what I can do to help them and it is great being recognized for it.” Peter has been involved in the production of multiple plays including multiple professional plays. Mr. Charles Licatese said, “Peter deserves his award because he is goaloriented, driven to succeed and has the ability to follow through with the hard work it will take him to achieve his goals in the area of Technology.” Ever since watching his first live play, Peter said he has always wanted to learn more about the way the play gets put together, specifically the sound. Peter said, “What made me choose sound for theatre was the thrill of work-
ing in a live environment and how the sound at a show can really change the mood of an audience member.” Peter will attend Ithaca University next year and study theatrical production arts, specifically sound design.
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By Spencer Frey Staff Writer
Peter Gangi Ithaca College
Visual Art: Nicholas Rogers
By Kaitlin Stewart Staff Writer
Nick Rogers has always loved making art and is pleased for the opportunity to present his work for the Award of Excellence in Visual Art. Nick said, “I’d like to thank my mother for her support of my artistic interests, and my older sister Tessa for her assistance in my pursuits of painting.” In addition, Nick would like to thank Mr. Bob Walker, who retired in 2012. He appreciates Walker’s “tutelage and sage advice in my freshman year. He really is responsible for opening my eyes to the possibilities of art.” Nick also thanked Ms. Kelly Coyle for her advice and guidance over the past three years. Coyle said, “It’s been a pleasure having Nick in class the past few years. He is very talented, introspective, and driven. His artwork seems to directly reflect this. I look forward to all of the
wonderful things Nick will do and create as a member of the Design and Architecture School at Washington University in St. Louis.” Next year, he will be attending the Sam Fox School of Art and Architecture at Washington University in St. Louis.
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Elizabeth Wilson has worked behind-the-scenes for the drama department for four years as a part of the costume crew. As head of this department during her senior year, Elizabeth was responsible for organizing and creating the majority of the costumes used in every school production. Elizabeth said of this award, “It’s a huge honor. I feel proud of the past four years and all that we’ve accomplished in the drama department.” Elizabeth also wanted to recognize Mrs. Anne Poyner and Ms. Katherine Winter, both of whom mentored her. “I’m grateful to both of them for showing me that theater can be challenging but also be rewarding.” Poyner, who presented the award to Elizabeth, praised her for her commitment to the theater program. “Elizabeth really dedicated the past four years of her life to the costume
crew. She was willing to work for hours after the actors left, and I never heard her complain. She is also very mature and takes her job seriously,” Poyner said. Elizabeth will attend Fordham University, where she will continue her interests in theater design and production.
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Nicholas Rogers Washington University St. Louis
State Recognizes Teacher’s Excellence By Ellie Rogoff Staff Writer
Beloved teacher, Mrs. Patricia Walsh is honored for the Union County Teacher Recognition Program. She is one of 9 teachers in the Summit District to be given this award. Walsh said, “It is an honor to be given this award and I have truly enjoyed my experience working with all of my students througout the years and to be rewarded for that, I am very grateful.” In recongition for Walsh’s award, librarian, Mrs. Karen Putnam said, “Mrs. Walsh cares about each individual student that she works with and helps each of them achieve their highest potential. I think it is well-deserved. Mrs. Walsh has quietly done great work over many years and I am happy she is being recognized.” Mrs. Judy Shue, the other librarian, said, “Her ability to connect with her students helps them find their passion.
She brings out the best in her students and is very dedicated towards them.”
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Drama: Elizabeth Wilson
By Rachel Isralowitz Staff Writer
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Congrats! Mrs. Patricia Walsh holds her certificate for the Union County Teacher Recognition Program.
Awards of Excellence
Elizabeth Schaffer has been active in the student newspaper for all four of her years at Summit High School. Ellie said, “I am honored and excited to be recognized for this award. Journalism is something that I absolutely plan to pursue in the future and my involvement with Verve throughout high school has undoubtedly prepared me.” Ellie noted that the honor was particularly significant because Mrs. Anne Weisgerber, the presenter, inspired her to pursue journalism. “I met Mrs. Weisgerber on the first day of my freshman year in Journalism 1. Since that first day, she has taught me respect, passion, and resilience in and out of the classroom,” Ellie said. Weisgerber, who has advised Verve since 2010, said, “Verve was in capable hands for Volume XV. Ellie showed a keen and respectful interest in the First Amendment and the rights of the stu-
dent press, and her energy for representing our school’s community truthfully made this an exciting year for the whole staff.” Next fall, Ellie will be studying English and Communications at the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor, Michigan.
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Ethan Mandlebaum Metro News Editor
Ellie Schaffer University of Michigan
Social Studies: Megan Ophel gin my studies.” For the next year, Ophel looks forward to be attending Johns Hopkins University in Baltimore, Maryland where she will be majoring in international studies.
Megan Ophel Johns Hopkins University
Grace Totman, president of the Key Club, Operation Smile and a volunteer EMT received this year’s award. Honored, Grace said, “I have been working to help other people for years and service has been a huge part of my life. I hope I have influenced people to always help the community and reach out to those in need.” For Operation Smile, Grace visited Panama last spring to raise money for the organization. Ms. Amelia Petrocelli, Key Club adviser, believes that Grace is deserving of the award. Petrocelli said, “Grace continues to go above the call of duty in Key Club. Grace is a fundamental part of our club and her greatest impact will be on our future leaders. She will leave a legacy of commitment, drive, and excitement in helping others.” Grace would like to thank Petrocelli most of all.
She said, “Ms. Petrocelli has had an amazing impact on me. She has helped me so much with Key Club and always encourages me. She is my role model and I am so fortunate that I got the opportunity work with her so often.” Grace will study pre-med at Georgetown University in the fall.
Grace Totman Georgetown University
By Ryan Blume Staff Reporter
“Sweet, kind and full of energy. She lifts the spirits around her with her passion for having FUN.” This is how Mr. Michael Sandor described Sophie MacMillan. Sophie said, ”Winning this award makes me feel proud because the people around me have been able to recognize my hard work.” Sophie attributed much of her success and love for PE to her teacher of two years, Ms. Christine Bohan, and said, “She is an inspiration to me. Her enthusiasm, hard work, and overall delightful manner is what pushes me to live up to the expectations she sets.” While some choose to not take the course seriously, Bohan said Sophie has always treated it with a passion rivaled by few. Both Sophie and Bohan mentioned an event earlier this year when Sophie narrowly escaped having her nose broken while playing basket-
ball as an example of the energy she brings. In terms of advice, Sophie said “You get out what you put in.” She will attend Roanoke College next fall.
Sophie MacMillan Roanoke College
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The History Award of Excellence is awarded to Megan Ophel. Megan said, “I am very honored to have received this prestigious award and to be recognized for my love of history. I would like to say thank you to all of my teachers, but most notably, I would like to thank my parents for encouraging me to read about history.” In recognition of her excellence, the presenter of the award, Ms. Wendy Donat said, “She was the universal choice of the department. Everyone made the same comment that she has an incredible analytical mind for history. She is able to communicate more information and analysis in half a page than a student can communicate in two pages. Megan was also one of the fourteen commended scholars for the National Merit Scholarship Program. Megan said, “I am very excited to meet new friends at college and to be-
By Caroline Phillips Staff Reporter
Physical Education: Sophie MacMillan
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By Ellie Rogoff Staff Reporter
Service: Grace Totman
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Publications: Elizabeth Schaffer
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June 2015
The thunder of applause! There was rainfall and a storm on the evening of the Awards of Excellence celebration and dinner, bringing cool air to the honorees and guests. Here are the winners at the May 27 awards dinner. Front (L-R): Maddie Ashmun, Megan Ophel, Dana Goodstein, Elizabeth Wilson, Sophie MacMillan, Samra Shakeel, Mackenzie Roberts, and Grace Totman. Rear (L-R): Connor Tomasello, Peter Gangi, Zach Kaplan, Alvaro Aguilar, Nick Rogers, Alex Kelser, and Ellie Schaffer.
Senior Last Will and Testament On the 25th of June, in the year 2015, the SHS graduating class respectfully leaves behind...
Alexander Abin - I leave Annika Carlson my real shades and Alexa Carlson my girl scout cookies. Andrews Colin - I leave Corey McManus, Chris Risky. Andrews Sean - I leave bomb squad to Teddy Cranley and I leave Casey the basement. Ashmun Maddie - I leave late night rehearsals to Liam Dwyer, quartet bonding to Phoebe Li and the correct bowings to Sonia Lee. Ashmun Trevor - I leave a cantere for Robert Scott. Badenhausen Sara - I leave corgis to Sarah Elia, and my prized possession, Slet, to James Badenhausen. Barrett Christian - I leave my captain's position to Chris Haggerty and my sweet parking spot to Mike Pasquale. Barsh Max - I leave Tyler Gramigna all of my football-related skills. Becker Anika - I leave Jharks and Mary Fischetti my booming voice, and Sara Szynal my lacrosse skills. Behiri Gal - I leave my formal wear to Tess Hochberger. Beier Megan - I leave Alex Shulman in charge of foxtrot and Ryan Beier Arnold the Bear. Good luck next year, bud! Bergman Olivia - I leave Ali and Eliza all my luck for the upcoming tennis seasons and Miles my Fontes bucks that I never got. Block Max - I leave Jack Wagner the Bass section and my sister the long walks to school. Blume Ryan - I leave all my dank memes to Chris Heckelman and my Communist legacy to Griffin Feeney. Bonomo Vincent - I leave Jack and Teddy Cranley my heart and Steve Shamim Oakland Place. Brodow Amanda - I leave shotgun to Chris Heckleman, my gears to Griffin Feeney, coins to Alex Brown and whatever is left to Sass. Brodow Erika - I leave my #fireghosts6 to Lauren Diaz and my sets on the beach trophy to Allison Curley <3 Buckley Keenan - I leave my Sweeney Todd razors to Maginnis and my DF Fire and Water to Matt Wilson. Cassin William - I leave Spencer Frey and Tommy Rasweiler my car and my house. I love you both. Chacon-Bolanos Andres - I leave my precious name and good looks to soccer star Andres Chacon. Chin Emily - I leave threshold-paced dance parties to Lauren Diaz and Allison Curley. Coates Hannah - I leave the never ending, never circulating talking stick in chorus to Julia Sanyour. Cordrey John - I leave my calves to Evan Kulpan. Cupo Elia - I leave my love for SGSOC and my soccer uniform to Anna Turk and I leave the Giving Tree to Tallulah Cardazone. Currie William - I leave John Berardi the nickname Spicy (as previously bestowed upon by my sister Catie). De Jesus Miena - I leave the field hockey bench to Jordan Mao and BOLD to Kevin Murray. Diaz Dylan - I leave the quote, "Life is a garden. Dig it." Dinkins Kerina - To my lovie, be good!! Enjoy your senior year, you can be anything you want to be. Dorer John - I leave my dorkiness to Brooke Murphy and all of my snakes to Lizzy Tenny. I leave my spider power to Griffin Breen. Ellison Thomas - I leave Betsy Ellison a large bucket of squid food and I leave the church and church activities to Alec "Enormous" Torio. Enriquez Kim - I leave my Spanish grade to Callyn Cass and my Chipotle etiquiette and Dance Dance Revolution scores to the Daneys. Evans John - I leave Malcolm Feeney my spot on the soccer bench and to Brendan Kaelin I leave my Stokes cowboy hat. Feteiha Lana - I leave Sandra Przybyla my tennis title, "Captain Crunch". Flannery Emma - I leave Julia Persche weird looks in the hallways and my stellar coordination. Franco Rachelle - I leave Pilar Canavosio my basketball skills. Freeman Ryan - I leave behind a steaming bowl of Mushu Fu to Rachel Schwartz and five Advils to Kara Zalk. Fuoti Alec- I leave Will Schaffer and Alex Crane my ability to throw strikes. Fuoti Cameron - I leave Robby Faris the baseball team and Will Schaffer ANARCHY. Galiardo Ellie - I leave Cassidy O'Malley and Kathleen Morano 2nd place in our dance competition and the basketball team the hawk drill. Gangi Peter - I leave the swim team to Samay and Squill. Gerard Charlie - I give my parking spot to Tommy Gilbert and my love for Tottenham to Liam Galligan. Gettings Kaitlyn - I leave Kevin the 6:20 am drive, Alana Gartenberg the chorus library and Louisa and Matt the HSM soundtrack. Glynn Kady - I leave the swagmobile to Emily Kalin and my amazing photgraphy skills to Teia Ross. Goodstein Dana - I leave the choir presidency to Nick Della Sala and @mallettequotes to Catherine Hassert. Gordon Keller - I give the tenor section to Matt Gallardo-Vega and I give James Badenhausen permission to rub Mallette's head. Grange Justin - I leave my hands to Dan Hicks, he'll need them , and my maple syrup collection to Kevin Murray. Greenstein Matthew - I leave the secretary binder to James Badenhausen and the nickname Greeny to my brother Michael. Griffith Samuel - I give Will Vitton my spot as Varsity lax goalie, David Shepard my locker and Kate Griffith my Instagram account. Guttilla Charles - I leave my wisdom to Gianna Guttilla and my defensive prowess to Xavier McCormick. Hanley Claudia - I leave my parking spot to Mantha and my paintbrush to Betsy Ellison. Harris Emily - To Clara Musallam, I leave my eternal respect and to Charlotte Harris, I leave an Uber discount code. Heckelman Julia - I leave the chamber carpool to Nick Della Sala and I leave Christopher Blueberry/Sapphire. Helmer Andrew - I leave Bulldog to Finn McTernan and Patrick Tully and I leave my good looks to my brother Christopher. Hermann Bennett - I leave Blackburn Place to Jack Williams and my heart to Allie Haggarty. Hickman Tabatha - I leave the 100 backstroke to Kaitlyn Hersch and I leave Miller Hickman to the entire female freshman class. Hines Syanne - I leave behind the legacy of my name to my sister. Huck William - I leave Spencer Frey my dirty mutton chops and I leave G-force my savage triceps. Huneke Douglas - I leave the debate team to probably Jeff and I leave my personality to Alina Patrick. Hurley Emily - I leave my heart to Al-Taquan McClain and my reputation to Wils Hurley. Ingerman Alexander - I leave Kevin Murray, Chiraag Patil and Henry Roberts my pecs and Dylan a massive container of protein powder. Jacobello Joseph - I leave a lifetime supply of tape for Dan Hicks' ankles and John Paul Jacobello my tilt. Jasdanwala Zahra - I leave my brother Tohon J my lateness. Johnson Brynn - I leave Morgan and Jharks the carpool, Jack my friend Sophie, Helen my lax skills and Chass my sass. Jones Leland - I leave Matt Sinunu my carpool and Chris Heckelman and Griffen Feeney my 3200m PR. Kaplan Micaela - Leaving the yearbook to Brian Wexler and Rebecca Wilson - good luck guys! Kaplan Zachary - Jeff Chen gets prom dance-off and my siblings get the house. Kelly Olivia - I leave Julia Persche and Cecily Stabler the squash carpool and the junior girl lacrosse players London Bridge. Kelser Alex - Chris Kelser can have my lax stick. Kiser Grace - I leave behind my Hot Topic "Hot Cash" to Ife Campbell and my awful gaming skills to Alexis Lee. Kohaut Sarah - I leave my "amazing" way with words to Emma Osborne and my common sense to Jackie Kohaut and Claudia Piron. Kovar Colleen - I leave Kerry the ability to sleep in past 7. Kull Sophie - I leave Sophia Michalopolous my Fontes bucks.
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Senior Last Will and Testament On the 25th of June, in the year 2015, the SHS graduating class respectfully leaves behind...
Leiter Carly - I leave Sophia Michalopoulos the lead role of girl #4 in the musical next year. MacMillan Sophie - I leave Tucker and Clara the MacMillan/Musallam carpool and I leave Tucker the responsibility of my pets. MacPherson Melissa - I leave the flute section to Clara Cho and my excuses for being late to Caroline Wohl. Maloney Patrick - I leave Mike Kalin the Big Man spot on the basketball team. Manion Patrick - I leave the tsunami to Chris Heckleman, Chiraag Patil and Kevin Murray. All my dank memes go to Erin Manion. Martino Jennifer - I leave Amy the Martino Legacy, Nina the carpool, speech impediments and Julia and Kayla your basketball lovers. McGann Andrew - I leave the Drumline and Percussion section to Elise and Ryan. I leave the constant Dunkin runs and my spot to Grace. McGrath Jake - I leave my heart to the debate team, especially Phoebe Li; my sister can now have the title of hottest McGrath in the school. McKinlay Peter - I leave my mullet to Jack Cranley and the short sleeved button down look to Finn McTernan. Meister Jack - I leave my business to Corey McManus and I leave my younger cousin to Michael Greenstein. Meyers Miranda - I leave behind the Spanish vocabulary to Michelle Hughes. Mikkelsen Anne - I leave JC my videogames, I leave Josh Maya and I leave my motherly love to my Spain fam. Montgomery Daniel - I leave the goon squad to Liam Lawler, Justin Cise and Tate Pierotti and my SHS memories to Ken Bacchiani. Moore Ameerah - I leave the great times I had at SHS meeting great friends. I leave my legacy of getting along with everyone. Murray Patrick - I leave the aux cord to Kevin, Chiraag and Henry and Alph Sub-Prime will belong to Sukrut Sonty. Musallam Dahlia - I leave Clara all the fun and glory of colander head and Lauren and Allison my Partition dance moves and YoncĂŠ soul. Musallam Sarina - I leave Clara the passwords to my instagram and snapchat, and Charlotte the Thankgiving Kings trips. Newsham Kahler - I leave Sarah Elia and Danny Kane the sailing team, including "hit dolphin," and Reilly Newsham the Tiguan. Novo Victoria - I leave my dance moves to Claudia Piron and my speed to Emma Osborne. Nyktas Yannis - I leave Dylan Ingerman the combination. O'Hara Matthew - I leave Morgan Temple and leave the last chair viola in orchestra. Ophel Jasper - I leave all of my swag to Andreas Kinget. Ophel Megan - I leave Allison and Brooke Daney the leadership of Team Turn Up and a copy of Fifty Shades Darker. Osborne Josh - I leave my position at Village Trattoria to Tucker MacMillan and my car to Emma Osborne. Owens Nicole - I leave Katharine Srere responsibility for Samantha Owens and my life jacket and Danielle Medina my gym locker. Pacilio Charlie - I leave behind all the protein powder in the world for Robby Faris, Alex Crane my brain and Kyle Kaneley 3rd base. Padalkar Jai - I leave my family name to Dan Kaper; use it wisely and it will take you far. Parks Michael - To Liam Dwyer, I leave my good looks and impeccable charm. Patil Pallivi - To my brother and sister, I leave those "fun" Indian parties. To my science research class I leave you my onion. Perry Lexie - I leave all of the slurpees in the world to Tess Hochberger and I leave Clara Musallam Lionel. Powell Ben - I leave my car to my brother, Alec, and Severs to Ethan Mandelbaum. Reigle Margo - To Jon Ollom I leave McCools, to Alia Poticano I leave my Hamlet video and to Alexa Carlson, I leave my Spanish-speaking skills. Reynolds Kelly - I leave the alto section and all-state times to Chass & the Drama Club to Claire Fitzpatrick, Nick Della Sala and Catie Floegel. Richardson Molly - I leave Kercedes Kenz to my sister Kaela and my ratchet laugh to JC Bolanos. Rissman Zachary - To Brent Jacobs and Jordan Mao, I leave the job of saving the world and I leave my spirit to James, Matt and Zack. Roberts Mackenzie - Caroline and I leave Saca to all future Stokes counselors and I leave Delaney and Kaleigh the B-D Squad. Robertson Meredith - I leave the antlers to Will and Marshall (not the car), and the A&P manager to Xavier, Sukrut, and Louisa. Rogers Nicholas - I leave behind my paintbrush to Brooke Murphy. Ryden Kallan - I leave the turbo cheerio-eating rainbow-gliding marine unicorns to Heather Wang and the Ryden chorus legacy to Darby. Salter Jessie - I leave hurdles to Annika Carlson & Kara Zalk. Sanchez Maria - I give Amanda my parking spot and broken down car. Have fun! Sayre Caroline - I leave Shannon Groskoph my identity and Claire Schaefer KD. Schachter Naomi - I leave my brother the Schachter legacy; don't party too hard buddy. Schaffer Ellie- To Claudia Piron I leave all the small Groups shirts and the order of pre-race, and to Will Schaffer I leave bubeeshka. Shoemaker Riley - I leave Sydney Lewis our solar cooker from environmental. Sidebottom Jackson - I give Kara Zalk my deepest, darkest secret and I leave the future of Summit volleyball to Billy Deety and Alex Knight. Siler Matt - I leave behind my good looks to Alex Imperatore. Simko Maddie - I leave Caroline McKinlay Sim-Kinlay dinners and Griffin. I leave Abby Claus and Kaitlyn Hersch butt-wiggles on the blocks. Smolyn Julianne - I leave Patrick Smolyn to Casey Nardina, a more stable job to Alia Poticano and the ninth batting spot to Danielle and Emmy. Stabler Caitlin - I leave Andrew Chase and Stephen the carpool and Michael Morano my heart and soul. Stern Matthew - I leave Greg Vlass my spot on the swim team and Matt Samay my creatine. Stewart Liam - To Robert Scott, I leave a lifetime supply of water and to Ulyana Piterbarg, I leave a middle name of her choosing. Tamayo Daniel - I leave Tom Gilbert the title of "Free wins" in FIFA 15. Terrett Imogen - I leave my tumbling roles in musicals to Sean McManus and Cheer for the Cure to next year's Varsity cheerleaders. Timpson Montana - I leave one more wonderful year with Kyle to Claire Schaefer. Tomasello Conner - I leave ridiculous amounts of architecture classes to Sophia and Rhajon the 400m race. Totman Grace - I leave Operation Smile to Sarah Elia, the sailing team to Danny Kane and nothing to Bebe Totman. Tselevich Anna - I leave Ellie Rogoff the "Verve" finsta and Spencer. Veloso Karina - I leave Jackie Kohaut last-minute trips to the bathroom before relays and Emma Osborne the shortness of the track team. Vitti Amanda - To my sister Eva, I leave you Babs to watch countless hours of the Big Bang Theory with...have fun. Vlass Emily - I leave my Hannah Montana playlist to Callie Humphrey and Ariana Tsanas and I leave Greg Vlass to Reed Pierotti. Weiss Andrew - I leave behind Echo to Ben Henning and my good luck to Justin Weiss. I also leave the responsibilities of a JV bowler to Tommy R. White Ashley - I leave a calzone to Cate Mennig and the final legacy of the Windsor gang dance/spy crew to Sophie Lees. Wilson Elizabeth - I leave a mess-filled costume shop and an incredible costume crew in the capable hands of Kira Ross and Kate Klaschka. Winchell Jay - I leave behind the frontseat to Michael Vega and my tool box to Teddy Cranley. Wong Adrian - I leave Tyler Gramigna the spot as Lester's most hated and Steven $20. Wyckoff Hunter - I leave behind the '92 Volvo to my brother Griffin and my steez to Kyle McLaughlin and Tommy Gilbert. Yarbrough Kate - I leave Adriana Yozzi my 10-minute running pace and I leave Emi Zanelli my spy skills. Zanelli Chris - I leave Emi and Sam Zanelli the Jeep. I leave Sam Zanelli #23 if wanted. Zolfaghari Tiam - I leave my parents to my sister. Zwetchkenbaum Jill - I leave all the sports to Alysia Lopez and Spanish homework to Sarah Beatty.
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Each senior was polled by Verve at the end of May on what post-graduation plans lay in store. (Special thanks to Ms. Grill and Mrs. Mahler for their help!) Good luck to all of our classmates and best wishes for a future filled with promise and opportunity.
Class of 2015 Post-Grad Plans
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Movers and shakers: Staff departures, transfers and moves First-year English teacher moves on from SHS By Ethan Mandelbaum Metro News Editor After a year of teaching three Freshman English classes, Mrs. Sarah Morgan has decided to take a break from teaching. Regarding her future plans, Morgan said, “Next year, I will probably be at home with my kids, doing some tutoring, and figuring out what’s next.” Morgan said, “I loved that my freshmen came into the year scared and not knowing what to expect, but once they warmed up, they became enthusiastic, interested, and willing to try anything.” “The Freshman curriculum does a good job laying the foundation for success in Eng-
lish classes throughout high school.” Without a hint of regret, Morgan said, “I think I made strong connections with my students and created stimulating, safe spaces where they could explore ideas.” English Department Supervisor Mr. Corey Walsh said “Ms. Morgan had a wonderful impact on the students she taught and on the teachers in the department and throughout SHS. We will all miss her next year.” Morgan has simple, sage advice for her successors. “Be kind, be tough, but be fair. Challenge students while absorbing their wisdom and knowledge,” Morgan said.
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Math teacher to continue career in administration By Cam Fuoti Sports Editor
ers to celebrate themselves for everything they do for the students. Petrocelli will be taking a job in the Kinnelon school district and will be the head of the Math Department for grades K-12. She said, “I get to see the progression of the students and how math has influenced their lives.” Everything Ms. Petrocelli has done was for the purpose of making the school a better place. “She’s a master teacher. A pro,” said Mr. Frank Baragona. “I’d work for her one day. She’s going to be an awesome administrator.”
For the past eight years, Ms. Amelia Petrocelli has been enriching the math department here. She teaches Honors Geometry, her favorite, and Math Strategies. “I love working with students faced with an honors class for the first time and challenging them,” Petrocelli said. She loves teaching students Honors Geometry because everything is applied math. When she first began her career at SHS, she wanted to help as many students and teachers as she could. Petrocelli is the Coordinator for the Sunshine Club. This club allows teach-
(Top) Mrs. Sarah Morgan will be leaving SHS to spend time at home. (Bottom) Ms. Amelia Petrocelli will be the K-12 Supervisor of the Mathematics Department for the Kinnelon school district.
Letter to the Editor Dear Editors, After the Sept. 2014 PTO meeting, a task force was formed to find solutions to SHS traffic, parking and safety problems. We conducted an on-line survey and yielded an impressive 48% response. Our first presentation before the Common Council propsed that that the “lower field” near Morris Avenue is not city property but Board of Education property. The construction of additional on-site parking became
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a possibility and the city engineer offered a variety of possibilities and price tags. The Safety Task Force has formally sent a request to the SHS Administration to explore on-site parking at the high school in the rear of the building (the fire lane) and at the end of the lower field by Morris Avenue. The proposed parking space on the field will not impose on the current sports-playing. The SHS Administration has made recommendations to
Superintendent June Chang. At the Common Council meeting on 4/28/2015 the request by our task force to not pass the proposed parking ordinance on Kent Place and amend it to parking north side on KP Blvd with designated spots was not acknowledged and the ordinance was passed six to one. Two hour parking signs will be placed on June 25th on the north and south sides of KP Blvd to Passaic Avenue. In light of restricted park-
ing on streets, the senior lottery for parking spaces in September is under revision by Ms. Stacy Grimaldi, who will be announcing the plan for the lottery soon. Thank you to all of the supportive parents and our SHS students who did their best to research, meet, discuss and present the issues to alleviate the traffic situation each morning and afternoon at Summit High School. We continue to make progress on behalf of our students and their parents at
Summit High School. Sincerely, Mrs. Colleen Manion 2014-15 Parking & Safety Task Force *Note: Mrs. Manion’s letter was edited for space consideration. If you would like to submit to Verve, all comments are welcome at shsverve@gmail. com.
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Rejected Senior Superlatives
...all selections made by Verve’s senior staff
Most Likely to Rule the World
Best Facial Hair Matt Siler
Mitchell Booth
Most likely to be Wrongly Accused of a Crime Adrian Wong
Sienna Thornhill
Most Likely to Never Be Heard From Again
Most Likely to be a “Summit” Mom Owen Pan-Kita
Ashley Benitez
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Sweeney Todd performers attend 20th annual Rising Star Awards By Meredith Robertson Editor-in-Chief Students involved in this year’s spring musical, Sweeney Todd, performed once more on Tuesday, June 3 at the Paper Mill Playhouse 20th annual Rising Star Awards. The SHS show was nominated for best overall production, best lead actor and actress, best supporting actor, best hair and makeup, best director, and multiple student achievement awards. Seniors Keenan Buckley and
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Dana Goodstein performed incredible solos during the actor and actress medleys. Sophomore Sean McManus took home the win for best supporting actor for his role as Toby. The Hair and Makeup Crew also won for their stellar ability to transform the actors into character. Senior Peter Gangi received a Student Achievement Award for sound design. Overall, it was a very successful night for Summit drama.
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Most Likely to be on Reality TV Danny Araya
Most Likely to Have a Viral Video Pat Beljan
Ms. Purdue to switch schools Ms. Ashley Purdue is leaving the high school after her first year as the computer lab supervisor, but she will stay in the Summit School District. “I think what I will miss most about the high school is the family atmosphere,” said Purdue. She will be moving to Washington School to take a position working one on one with students as a classroom aide. Computer Technician Charlie Licatese said, “Ms. Purdue will be sadly missed. She was a major part in helping with AP exams student projects, and technical issues. She is very independent and very smart. I wish her the best of luck.” Ms. Ashley Purdue at her desk Her hard work has helped students in computer lab 107. throughout the school with comuputer problems. She will truly be missed among Photo Credit: Ben Henning the students.
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The Class of 2015 looked into its crystal ball, and this is what it holds...
• Jenny Martino will become successful without doing anything. • Deyon West will stay spinnin’. • Pallivi Patil will become a Pantene model. • Liam Stewart will become the next Bill Nye.
Interesting Facts and Future Predictions
More than 200 seniors responded to Verve’s call to share interesting facts about their classmates... did you know...
• Emma Flannery owns a pub in Ireland. • Imogen Terrett’s grandfather taught Chemistry to Christian Bale.
• Ryan Freeman is related to Morgan Freeman. • Matt Greenstein is the one who put the donuts in the parking lot.
• Dana Goodstein was in the Naked Brothers Band. • Kit Kat’s were named after Grace Totman’s mom.
• Jai Padalker will accidentally become a stand-up comedian. • Dylan Diaz will become President.
• Ellie Galiardo will start a professional Handball league. • Mitchell Booth will be on Shark Tank. • Will Huck will chip his other tooth.
• Emily Hurley will have a Japanese anime character based on her. • “I will end up becoming a millionaire. I don’t know how but I will.” -Andres Chacon
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Senior Athletic Banquet 2015 Senior Recruited Athletes 2015 Howard S. Anderson Scholar Athletes
From left to right: Mitchell Booth, Patrick Maloney, Peter McKinlay, and Leland Jones. Photo Credit: Greg Elliot
From left to right: Kendall Codey, Emily Chin, Olivia Kelly, and Brynn Johnson. Photo Credit: Greg Elliot
Colin Andrews - Williams College - (Football) Sean Andrews - Lafayette College - (Lacrosse) Christian Barrett - Sonoma State Univeristy - (Tennis) Anika Becker - Bates College - (Lacrosse) Ryan Blume - Vassar College - (XC / Track) Amanda Brodow- University of San Diego - (XC / Track) Erika Brodow- University of San Diego - (XC / Track) Kyle Brown - Muhlenberg College - (Baseball) Kendall Codey - Amherst College - (Field Hockey) John Cordrey - Tufts University - (Lacrosse) Riley Flynn - NJ Hitmen - (Hockey) Cam Fuoti - Ithaca College - (Baseball) Kady Glynn - Loyola Univerisity (Md.) - (Lacrosse) Jordan Gonzalez - Fairleigh Dickinson (Florham) - (Basketball) Andrew Helmer - Syracuse University - (Lacrosse) Leland Jones - University of California, Berkeley - (XC / Track) Olivia Kelly - Lehigh University - (Lacrosse) Mike Maldonado - Middlebury College - (Football) Partick Maloney - Johns Hopkins University - (Football) Peter McKinlay - Union College - (Lacrosse) Drew Mulholland - Wagner College - (Lacrosse) Charlie Pacilio - St. Lawrence University - (Baseball) Stevie Rainero - College of the Holy Cross - (Football) Maddie Simko - Washington and Lee College - (Swimming) Matt Stern - Lafayette College - (Swimming) Erick Reyes - Kean University - (Soccer) Emily Vlass - Fairfield University - (Swimming) Andrew Winchell Jr. - Washington College - (Lacrosse) Chris Zanelli - Providence College - (Lacrosse)
2015 Achievements
This year was one of the most successful years for the athletic program. The Summit Athletic Program finished first in the state as the best sports program and third in the country - an achievment that comes out of the efforts and hard work of the students. “[We] have student athletes that take advantage of the programs,” said Athletic Director Mr. Robert Lockhart. “The Kendall Codey, Olivia Kelly, and Mitchell Booth, respectively, were each parents and the community support our student athletes as honored with high accolades. Codey and Booth each won the Union well.” County Scholar Athlete scholarship award. Both students will be granted With over 25 students continuing their athletic careers a total of $1,250 to help finance college. Kelly, on the other hand, won the NJSIAA Scholar Athlete award. This award is given to a top student- at the next level, whether that be at the collegiate level or higher, the true dedication comes from the coaches and their athlete from each school in New Jersey. Photo Credit: Greg Elliot belief in the kids. Recently, Adam Fern was named the NJ Girls’ Track and Field Coach of the Year for the 2014/2015 season. Dahlia Musallam, Brynn Aside from athletic ability, students must work hard in Johnson, Lexie Perry, Emma the classroom to gain entrance into prestigious universities Flannery, Ellie Schaffer, and Carly Leiter pose for a photo such as Middlebury and Lehigh. While sports will help with at the Senior Athletic Ban- the process, it’s academics that truly define the student athquet. Their hard work and lete’s success. dedication have helped the Nearly every student at one time or another has participatsports program be a top tier ed in more than one sport. Many coaches want their athletes program. Photo Credit: Helen to do so because it helps the student become a well-rounded Johnson athlete. With beautiful facilities such as Tatlock Field, the Upper High School turf, and the Memorial Field Complex, The Summit High School Athletic Department was... students are highly motivated. Ranked #1 in the Tri-State Area by Niche Rankings Together, since Freshman year, the Senior class has acRanked #1 in New Jersey by Niche Rankings cumulated over 80 conference, county, sectional, and group Ranked #3 in the Country by Niche Rankings championships.