On June 20, the Broome-Tioga Chief School Administrators proudly hosted the Thirty-third Annual Broome-Tioga Scholastic Recognition Dinner with the generous support of Arcadis IBI Group, Coughlin & Gerhart LLP, and Day Automation. This prestigious event honored valedictorians and salutatorians from school districts across the region, celebrating their outstanding personal and scholastic achievements.
Owego Free Academy Valedictorian Ruben Lemmon and Salutatorian Kathryn Donnelly-Taylor were honored by OFA Principal Phil Schofield and OACSD Superintendent Dr. Corey Green.
Each student was presented with a special award designed by William Mihalko, a retired teacher from Harpursville Central School District. Commissioned in 1991, Mr. Mihalko's award design consists of a black acrylic base with three mounted tablets featuring the Lamp of Learning and motifs representing Broome and Tioga counties—a carousel for Broome County and a steam engine for Tioga County.
This event underscores the importance of academic excellence and leadership, recognizing students who have demonstrated the ability to choose wisely, meet challenges, and succeed. The Broome-Tioga Chief School Administrators applaud these students' accomplishments and look forward to their future contributions to their professions and communities.
Ruben will be attending Cornell University to study Physics.
Kathryn will be attending Cornell University - College of Agriculture and Life Science to study Animal Science.
Congratulations to all the honorees for their hard work and dedication. Your achievements are a testament to your perseverance and leadership. #ScholasticRecognition #FutureLeaders #AcademicExcellence #ClassOf2024