Gene Harvey Student Awards Dinner 2024

The Cicero-Plank Road Chamber of Commerce and the North Syracuse Education Foundation were pleased to host the Gene Harvey Student Awards Dinner April 30th, 2024.

Gene Harvey Student Awards Dinner

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: Zachary Hoffman; presented by Danielle Hatashita of AmeriCU Credit Union
  • Business Career Pathway Award: Dylan Laurin; presented by William Sweeney of CORE, division of CFCU Community Credit Union
  • Art Award: Giavanna Salvatore; presented by Annie-Laurie Hunter owner of Ardent Homes
  • Community Service Award: Addison Wilk; presented by Jason Casanova of NAVAC
  • BOCES Award: Mallory Wessels; presented by Jim Kenyon of European Motor Club of CNY
  • Diversity Award: Azariyah Fernandez; owner of Kruger Funeral Home Inc.
  • FACS Award: Madelina Casanova; presented by Terry Marsala of Seneca Savings
  • Performing Arts Award: Andrea Iqbal; presented by John Kuryla of North Syracuse Education Association
  • Leadership Award: Jonathan Bitner; presented by Rick Kunz of Coast Guard Auxiliary
  • School Spirit Award: Aaron Tarquinio; presented by Lawrence Nassar, Volunteers in Police Service
  • Boys PE Award: Landon Cook; presented by Scott Lacik of NBT Bank
  • Girls PE Award: Avery Carinci; presented by Sarah Parton of Vision FCU
  • STEM Award: Evan Scott; presented by Ryan Pregent of Kishmish Inc
  • Technology Award: Brady Gwilt; presented by Randy Barnard of Pathfinder Bank
  • Outstanding Personal Achievement Award: Blake Terry; 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!