MEPHAM STUDENT AWARDS

At the annual Mepham Awards Assembly, usually in late May, the Mepham Alumni Association awards at least $19,000 to deserving students. These awards are made possible by the generous donations of our alumni:

Nick Sabetto Award -$1,000 to the student with outstanding sportsmanship and initiative, and at least a "B" average.

School Spirit Award - Two $1,000 awards to students showing the most "school spirit," while maintaining high scholastic standards.

Gangel Family Memorial Award - $1,000 each to a graduating boy and girl entering a science-related career.

One Diverse Community Award - Two $1,000 awards to seniors who have contributed most to the understanding and acceptance of diversity in the school.

Dr. Frederick H. Stunt Leadership Award - $1,000 to the student showing outstanding leadership.

Wrestlers Scholar Award - $1,000 to a wrestler who demonstrated teamwork, scholarship, and a dedication to wrestling.

Participation in Government Award - $1,000 is awarded to the team that won the "Pirate's Presidential Election," part of a curriculum that expands the skills young citizens need to become effective participants in the public life of this country.

Mepham Pride Award - $1,000, in memory of our founder Richard Wilgenkamp, to a student who has exhibited pride in Mepham, its values and traditions.

J. Denny Ryan '59 Memorial Award - $1,000 given in memory of Denny Ryan to a student of integrity who has given outstanding service to Mepham and the community.

Sanford H. Calhoun Memorial Award - $1,000 to person of integrity who exhibits hard work and the courage to hold on to principles and inspires others to do their best.

George L. Pritchard Award - $1,000 award in tribute to Mepham's first band director.

Jacob Gunther Memorial Award - $1,000 to "most choir- spirited" student.

H. Walton Alderfer Award - $1,000 to student intending to pursue a choral career.

Vietnam Era Veterans Award - $1,000 award in memory of a student who passed away during the Vietnam War to a "student with strong convictions, whatever they may be."

Klein Family Award - In memory of Viola Odenheimer: $500 awarded to a student desiring a career in medicine or dentistry.

Matthew F. Warkala '80 Memorial Award - $500 to a male or female member of the Cross-Country and/or Track and Field team who has demonstrated the most improvement or best spirit over the course of his/her senior year.

Jerry Liguori Memorial Award - donated by the Liguori family and friends, $200 to an athlete who exemplifies good citizenship and community service.

A photo contest to acquire the cover photograph for our annual magazine, Scuttlebutt, was continued with a $200 award.