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The Pennfield School Awards Diplomas to 24 Graduates
The Pennfield School held its commencement ceremony on June 9.

Twenty-four graduates received their diplomas from the during a commencement ceremony on Thursday, June 9. Dan Freess, Class of 1995, gave the commencement address.
The following graduates received prizes during the ceremony:
The Eric W. Lawrence Art Prize
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Is awarded to the eighth-grader who has enriched the artistic life at The Pennfield School through the development of his or her artistic talent while a student at the school. The prize was awarded to Will Hall.
The Redwood Library History Prize
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Is awarded to the eighth-grader in recognition of outstanding academic achievement and a dedicated interest in history. The prize was given to Winslow Wawro.
The Williams College Book Prize
Chase Brown received this prize for extracurricular activity and potential for leadership.
The Isabel H. Penny Prize in English
For outstanding and conscientious study and usage of the English language. The prize was given to Caitlin Burke.
The John R. Pedrick Award
The John R. Pedrick prize is awarded to the Pennfield first throug eighth-grader who embodies the spirit and tenets of John R. Pedrick, by making a difference in the lives of others through kindness, respect, understanding, tolerance and compassion. The award was given to Lauren Cotta.
The Pennfield School Association Spirit Award
To the eighth-grader who represents the family spirit of the Pennfield School at its best through kindness to all, participation in school activities and support of the ideals of the Pennfield School. This award was given to both Isabella Pitts and Jackson Reaper.
The Faculty Cup
For significant contributions to the life of the Pennfield School, the award was given to Alden Pexton.
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