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Carey Announces 2013 Valedictorian And Salutatorian

Top two students showcase initiative and hunger to learn

Ranked first in a competitive class, Carey High School’s 2013 Valedictorian Sara Stiklickas is admired by students and faculty alike for her composure, dedication, and professionalism. She is an exceptional member of the Carey community who puts her heart into every activity and club she is involved in.

This young lady has shown her leadership skills as president of Mathletes, editor-in-chief of Poseidon and as the drum major. Stiklickas is also an extremely valuable member of the national, foreign language, science, English, art, and the music Honor Societies.

This multi-talented athlete is also captain of the Varsity Girl’s Golf team where she has earned many honors. In addition, she has volunteered her time at a medical center, tutored younger students, and she earned her Girl Scout’s Gold Award by teaching Italian to elementary school students. 

Alyssa Mayer shows nothing but sincerity and kindness to those around her. Mayer’s personal warmth and excellent character make her well liked by both the faculty and the students at H. Frank Carey High School.

Her positive and humble nature are hallmarks of her character. Ranked number two in a class of 277, Mayer has demonstrated excellent work in all subject areas and works hard on all assignments. She is a brilliant, yet modest student who brings an insatiable passion for learning to each and every class.

In addition to being an excellent student, Mayer has demonstrated outstanding athletic talent on the field. She is a student whose depth of character, sincerity, and concern for others are as strong as her academic talents and versatility.

Leading by example and commitment, Mayer has earned the trust of teammates and coaches. Alyssa’s strong sense of ethics has created the role model she has become at Carey. Her insight, embracing nature, and intellectual ability enable her to truly stand tall among her peers.

News

After, Williston Park resident Joe Botkin, Massapequa resident Sol Goldstein and several friends helped finish building a house for a family 20 years ago for Habitat for Humanity, they had a question: “What do we do now?” They were all retired, had enjoyed working together and accomplishing something for a family in need, and wanted to do more. 

 

“I was looking for something [to do] hands-on,” said Joe Botkin, a retired principal, who had worked with Goldstein in building the home.

New Hyde Park still seeking Sandy-related FEMA reimbursements

New Hyde Park is still awaiting Superstorm Sandy FEMA reimbursements, Mayor Robert Lofaro revealed. The village operates on a budget of about $5.8 million.

 

Public works superintendent Tom Gannon and village clerk Cathryn Hillmann spent numerous hours on forms and expenses for storm reimbursement. Lofaro said the fund balance is tiny and that if, say $300,000 was spent, the fund needs to be replenished quickly.


Sports

Our Lady of Victory CYO volleyball’s eighth-grade girls team clinched its fourth-straight playoff appearance after taking two games from St. Raymond’s and sweeping St Martin’s. The girls were led by spiking duo of Jennifer Jandovitz (pictured) and Ann Roberts along with a great serving performance from Mary Weissler.


Braves vs. Padres, May 3

The Dr. Barbaro Podiatry Padres took on Dominick’s Deli Braves on a sun-drenched Sunday afternoon. Hunter Dunn, Jake Gruosso, and Julian Dewitte laced three straight singles to start the home first for the well-oiled Dr. Barbaro Podiatry Padre machine. Solid hits were contributed by Thomas Vieni, Trevor Boshnack, and Ben Harnick. Michael O’Grady clobbered the second Padre double of 2013 into left center. In the field Stephen Coffey, Chris Erxelben, and Stephen Lopez provided amazing glove work. 


Calendar

Village Board Meeting - May 21

Boy Scout Meetings - May 22, 29

Cancer Support Group - May 17


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