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Tinley Park honors students selected for national lab internships and spotlights local historical society
Summary
Trustees recognized Nadia Mason (Argonne) and Peyton Leonhardt (Fermilab) for summer research internships, presented Rita Bred Memorial Scholarships to Delaney Cole and Martin Dwyer, and heard a presentation from the Tinley Park Historical Society about collections, programs and expanded Saturday hours.
The Village of Tinley Park recognized local students and nonprofit work at its June 16, 2026 meeting.
Students selected for national labs Mayor and trustees recognized two high‑school seniors — Nadia Mason and Peyton Leonhardt — for acceptance into competitive summer research internships. The mayor announced Nadia’s acceptance into the College Bound Research program at Argonne National Laboratory; Nadia told the board she was honored and noted competitive selection ("over a 100 applicants, and only 20 were selected"). Peyton said his Fermilab internship will include hands‑on activities and tours and thanked his physics teacher, Mr. Burrell, who attended the meeting.
Rita Bred Memorial Scholarships Denise Malley Politano of the marketing and scholarship commission announced recipients of the Rita Bred Memorial Scholarships, a $1,000 award given to graduating seniors who reside in Tinley Park and demonstrate academic achievement and community service. The board recognized Delaney Cole (Chicago Christian High School) and Martin Dwyer (Lincoln Way East), who will attend Indiana University and the University of Iowa respectively.
Historical Society spotlight The board viewed a short video and heard remarks from the Tinley Park Historical Society about its mission, archives (about 62 cases of donated items), the Landmark Chapel, partnerships with neighboring heritage groups, and a schedule of special events; the society noted new Saturday hours timed to the farmers market and a $15 membership option.
Why it matters The recognitions highlight local student achievement and community organizations that preserve Tinley Park’s history and contribute to downtown vitality. The scholarships and historical‑society visibility connect municipal support, donors and volunteers to local education and cultural preservation.
What’s next Students will begin internships and scholarship recipients will use awards for fall college costs; the historical society plans expanded hours and public events to increase community engagement.
