Pelham honors Madeline Horner and George Negron with prestigious awards

The Pelham Union Free School District held a significant ceremony on June 20, 2025, celebrating the achievements of its students. The meeting commenced with the announcement of the Madeline Memorial Cadet Award, presented to Madeline Horner for her exemplary contributions.

Following this, George Negron was honored with the Memorial Sabbath Award. Negron is recognized not only for his academic excellence but also for his leadership roles, including serving as a school senator and president of the Sports with Purpose Club. His involvement extends to organizing community events and participating in various sports, where he captains three varsity teams and received the William J. Tom Court of Excellence Award.

The ceremony transitioned to the presentation of diplomas, led by class advisers Miss Devin Fallon and Mr. Andrew VanBakkav. In line with Pelham tradition, the audience was reminded to applaud once after each student's name was called to ensure clarity and recognition. The presentation began with the first row of graduates, starting with Joseph Martucci, Brewer Anderson, Shannon Winston, and Jake Fellner, among others.

Overall, the meeting highlighted the accomplishments of students and the community's commitment to celebrating their achievements, setting a positive tone for the future.