Gene Harvey Student Awards Dinner
The Cicero-Plank Road Chamber of Commerce and the North Syracuse Education Foundation were pleased to host the Gene Harvey Student Awards Dinner April 12th, 2023.
Eugene “Gene” Harvey (January 17, 1923 — May 25, 2009) Gene was an ardent SU sports fan and a long-time member of the Orange Pack and the Ernie Davis Club. He championed the Keystone Awards banquets which honored many notable SU football players. In 2010, the Plank Road Chamber of Commerce renamed the High School Student Awards Banquet to the “Gene Harvey Student Awards Banquet”.
We extend our heartfelt congratulations to all our award recipients. Your hard work, dedication, and achievements have made you deserving candidates for this honor. We are extremely proud to be able to support your academic pursuits and invest in your future with our Business & Chamber co-sponsored scholarships.
- Academic Award: Bhavi Patel; presented by Danielle Hatashita of AmeriCU Credit Union
- Business Career Pathway Award: Thomas Newton; presented by Tracy Carvell of Holiday Inn & Suites 7th North St
- Art Award: Eva Farone; presented by Annie-Laurie Hunter owner of Ardent Homes
- Community Service Award: Annalisa Emmi; presented by Jason Casanova of NAVAC
- BOCES Award, Dylan Midlar; presented by Frank Gordnier of European Motor Club of CNY
- Diversity Award, Mia Huynh; owner of Kruger Funeral Home Inc.
- FACS Award, Kenton Cochran; presented by Angelo Testani of Seneca Savings
- Performing Arts Award: Natalie Miles; presented by John Kuryla of North Syracuse Education Association
- Leadership Award: Brayden Shannon; presented by Rick Kunz of Coast Guard Auxiliary
- School Spirit Award: Johnny Lisi; presented by Emily Lacik of Kirnan Real Estate
- Boys PE Award: Carter King; presented by Scott Lacik of NBT Bank
- Girls PE Award: Kat McRobbie-Taru; presented by Sarah Pitcher of Vision FCU
- STEM Award: Thomas Wills; presented by Ryan Pregent of Kishmish Inc
- Technology Award: Joseph Kawola Jr; presented by Randy Barnard of Pathfinder Bank
- Outstanding Personal Achievement Award: Austin Ryder; presented by Andrew Cambria of State Farm
Congratulations everyone! We have no doubt that you will continue to excel in your studies and make a positive impact in your chosen field. We wish you all the best as you continue to pursue your dreams and goals.
A special thank you to all of our sponsors and the North Syracuse School District. Without you, tonight would not have been possible. And to the family of our recipients, your support and encouragement was evident to all, as we chatted and got to know your child!
