TAL Awards Lindy Honor Students

The 39th annual Teachers Association of Lindenhurst awards ceremony was held on May 18 at Lindenhurst High School. This year’s theme was “We Are More Than One Number.”

Teachers selected one student from each grade level in every school for recognition. “We are honoring students who, in one way or another, have made a difference in the lives of their school community,” said high school teacher John Savastano, who also served as co-chair of the event with Jennifer Kelly.

Upon watching a video depicting messages of individuality, a performance from the Lindenhurst High School musical group Odessey, and a moving speech from guest speaker Michael Garolfola, a Lindenhurst graduate from the class of 1998, the scholarships were presented.

The Geraldine Cuneo Scholarship was awarded to Jessica Wong; the Teachers Association of Lindenhurst Scholarship was bestowed upon Leyna Brostowski; the Joseph Pozowicz Scholarship was given to Aminata Bangura; and the John Cannestraro Scholarship was awarded to Michael Castellano. This year, TAL presented the “Friends of Education” award to the Lindenhurst security staff for their dedication and commitment to the students of the district.

Photo courtesy of the Lindenhurst School District: TAL award winners representing the fourth grade.