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Rotary Club of Pearl River awards a record $70,000 in scholarships to 20 students

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On Tuesday June 4, 2019 the Rotary Club of Pearl River awarded a record $70,000 in scholarships to 20 students.

The total amount of dollars distributed is the most ever for a single year in the club’s history. Each scholarship recipient will receive a check for $3,500 to help with college expenses.

Current high school seniors and student currently enrolled in a college or university, who live within the Pearl River School District boundaries, were eligible. (Regardless of what school they attend.)

The following are the 2019 award winners:

Ed Bouton Memorial Award Presented by Ed Bouton, Jr. Recipient – Manuel Arango

Laura Bouton Memorial Award Presented by Ed Bouton, Jr. Recipient – Katie Owens

Gus Pappas Memorial Award Presented by Chris Kormusis – Past President 2006-‘07, Rotary Club of Pearl River Recipient – Emily Dennis

Heinz Ahlmeyer, Jr Class of 1961 Memorial Award Presented by Jim Trojan – Vice President, Rotary Scholarship Foundation of Pearl River Recipient – Kevin Doorley

Donald and Betsy Brenner Scholarship Award Presented by Don Brenner – Past President 1995-‘96, Rotary Club of Pearl River Recipient – Julia Butterworth

Robert Beckerle Memorial Award Presented by Evelyn Beckerle – Member, Rotary Club of Pearl River Recipient – Sean McCabe

George Bergerman Memorial Award Presented by Nancy Bergerman – Past President 2000-‘01, Rotary Club of Pearl River Recipient – Kathryn Shields

Gene Erickson Memorial Award Presented by Ann Taylor – Member, Rotary Scholarship Committee Recipient – Samantha Oates

Raselle Fisher Memorial Award Presented by Eddie Fisher – Past President 2003-‘04, Rotary Club of Pearl River Recipient – Caitlin Holt

Joan and Michael Fury Memorial Award Presented by Bob Simon – Past President 2010-‘11, Rotary Club of Pearl River Recipient – Olivia Doorley

Jeffrey Keahon Memorial Award Presented by Jim Murphy – Past President 2013-‘14, Rotary Club of Pearl River Recipient – Matthew Heider

Henry and Anna Landgren Memorial Award Presented by Nancy Blasius Recipient – Sarah Hayes

Carol McGrath Memorial Award Presented by Chuck McGrath – Honorary Member, Rotary Club of Pearl River Recipient – Kerry Holt

Past President of the Rotary Club Scholarship Award Presented by Doreen Buonadonna– Past President 2017-‘18, Rotary Club of Pearl River Recipient – Ryan Murray

President of the Rotary Club Scholarship Award Presented by Mike Seidenfrau – President 2019-‘20, Rotary Club of Pearl River Recipient – Ashlyn Davan

PRHS Class of 1962 Scholarship Awards Presented by Bob Bergerman – Treasurer, Rotary Scholarship Foundation of Pearl River Recipient – Patrick Sammon Recipient – John Sullivan

Special Recognition Award in Memory of Joan Schultz Presented by Bob Bergerman – Treasurer, Rotary Scholarship Foundation of Pearl River Recipient – Megan Heffernan

Jo Ripa Memorial Award Presented by Miriam Beckerle – Honorary Member, Rotary Club of Pearl River Recipient – Brandon Kline

Fred Schroeder Memorial Award Presented by Ryan O’Gorman – Chair, Rotary Scholarship Committee Recipient – Jessica McDermott

Candidates submitted a detailed application and winners are selected based on: financial need, academic achievement, community service, extra curricular activities and a written essay.

The club held its annual Scholarship Foundation Awards Ceremony at the Pearl River Public Library on June 4th.

This is the 30th anniversary of the Pearl River Rotary Scholarship Foundation. Over its lifetime, more than 500 students have received over one-million-dollars in scholarships from the this home-town community service

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Rockland Community College’s Hospitality And Culinary Arts Center introduced “Delightful Dough” To The Food Enthusiast

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Rockland Community College’s Hospitality and Culinary Arts Center introduced the 2024 Food Enthusiast Program, a series of cooking lessons available to food lovers throughout the county. The popular program was recognized as the “Best Cooking Class” in Hudson Valley Magazine’s 2022 Best of Hudson Valley competition, while Chef’s Pencil, an international food magazine, ranked RCC’s Culinary Arts program sixth in their top ten programs in New York.

As a participant of the “Delightful Dough” class upon arrival they had a nice spread of cheese, crackers, veggies and finger sandwiches for the participants to enjoy. As for the baking everything was pre measured and ready to prepare for baking. All we had to do was mix the items and follow “Chef Catie’s” instructions. In our class we made carrot cake scones with cream cheese frosting and strawberry shortcake biscuits. You are able to bring home what you make. I highly recommend this program. By the way you can BYOB 🙂

 

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“A Special Fair Helping Special Needs” By County Executive Ed Day

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April 12, 2024

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Without question parenting often times is a thankless role. There is so much you’re doing for the good of your family day in and day out that nobody sees and, at times, is almost expected. It’s a lifelong responsibility with no manual, no training, and no compensation other than the joy of seeing your children learn and grow. There is no doubt the hardships and challenges that come with the charge are far greater for parents raising a child with special needs. This is exactly why back in 2019 I restored the county’s Office for People with Disabilities (OPWD).

The charge of the OPWD is to advocate on behalf of people with disabilities and ensure they have access to all the rights and responsibilities they desire to exercise. The OPWD is an informational resource for people with disabilities by connecting families with available services, including an upcoming event I’m proud to highlight called the Rockland Resource and Transition Fair.

This annual fair offers support to students with special needs who are transitioning out of high school and into the world of work or other educational opportunities. As students leave high school, they experience a very big change. All during their school years they receive a variety of individualized services adjusted according to their needs. However, when they exit high school, they no longer receive those services automatically. They must know what to ask for and how to do so, which can be daunting for families and students who still need those services.

This transition fair was created to bridge that gap and make the transition a little easier for families. Multiple community-based agencies along with some colleges and other programs that service these young individuals will be at the fair showing multiple pathways available following high school, such as recreation, advocacy, education, and employment training. The highly interactive event, which includes presentations and break-out sessions, is scheduled for April 17th from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. at the Palisades Mall Community Rooms located on the 4th floor by the ice-skating rink.

In Rockland, we do not feel any parent should have to bear these challenges alone and encourage all families to attend this fair and take advantage of the help being offered to navigate these difficult decisions with comfort and confidence. We remind residents that our Office for People with Disabilities can be reached at 845-364-3980.

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