MORRIS COUNTY — A new Morris County Veterans Services Office and Veterans Administration Clinic located in Morris Township officially opened today in a ceremony that included the unveiling and dedication of a POW/MIA Chair of Honor for the county.
Larry Ragonese, Morris County Communications Director
The Morris County Board of Freeholders and representatives of the Veterans Administration and officials of the veterans’ group Rolling Thunder Inc., and other military veterans participated in the opening ceremony held this afternoon.
Freeholder Doug Cabana
“This is all about making sure we provide quality services for our veterans here in Morris County, to ensure they have a place to get the services they need and the medical care they deserve,” said Freeholder Director Doug Cabana.
“My wish is that all of our heroes come through the doors of this center and feel the respect and gratitude we have for their service, and know there always will be a cup of coffee and a warm smile for them from someone who is there to help.”
The new Morris County Veterans Services Center/VA Clinic is located in a dedicated section of the Morris View Healthcare Center. It is three times larger than the county’s former Veterans Services/VA Clinic quarters in the nearby county’s Human Services building, where the veterans’ clinic shared space with other county agencies.
The new center has a meeting room for use by veterans or staff, and provides a space where veterans can congregate and socialize while waiting for their appointments. There also much more room for enhanced programs, and allows for the addition of two staff members with bi-lingual capabilities.
Plans call for improved building access for clients, especially those who are disabled, and additional handicapped parking.
The larger space will allow the county to increase partnerships with community organizations who serve veterans and offer easy links to a wide array of services in one location.
Members of Rolling Thunder, “Missing Man Ceremony” 1598 were missing from Viet Nam alone
As part of the event, Rolling Thunder Inc. held a “Missing Man Ceremony’’ and unveiling, and dedication of a Chair of Honor, which calls attention to soldiers who have been killed in action, held as prisoners of war, or whose remains have not been recovered.
Representing Rolling Thunder were Gus Dante, a Vietnam-era U.S. Army veteran, who is the organization’s government affairs representative; Joseph Kotch, U.S. Navy Vietnam War veteran, who served on the group’s governing board; and Elaine Martin, national secretary of the group’s POW/MIA Chair of Honor Committee.
The moving ceremony centered around a simple round table, with an empty glass and plate, white tablecloth, burning candle, red rose in a vase with a red ribbon, all set for a returning serviceman or servicewoman who has not come home. For more details about the Missing Man Ceremony click here.
Formed in 1995, Rolling Thunder is a non-profit organization with more than 90 chapters throughout the nation. Their mission is to bring full accountability for prisoners of war/mission in action (POW/MIA) of all wars, and to remind the nation about these veterans, through their actions and watchwords: “We Will Not Forget.”
Rabbi Mendy Herson, Executive Director of Chabad of Somerset, Hunterdon and Union Counties and Jewish Center of Basking Ridge
Also participating in the service were the Morris Choral Society and St. Virgil’s Choir; Morris County Sheriff’s Office Honor Guard; Rabbi Mendy Herson, Executive Director of the Chabad of Somerset, Hunterdon and Union counties, and the Jewish Center of Basking Ridge; Faith Noah of Bugles Across America; and bagpiper Andy Kerr of Rolling Thunder.
The new Morris County Veterans Service Office and VA Clinic Grand OpeningPledge of Allegiance: Ken Brenzel, Gary Denamen, Peggy Keane and Marvan PalmerMorris County Sheriff James Gannon and Freeholder Heather DarlingParsippany resident Peggy Keane, VA (Navy) and Marvan Palmer (Marines)Gus Dante, Vietnam Era Veteran, US Army, Government Affairs Representative, Board Member Rolling Thunder, Inc.Elaine Martin, Nation Secretary POW/MIA Chair of Honor Committee, Rolling Thunder, Inc.The Missing Man CeremonyTaps played by Frank Hughes, Bugles Across America
PARSIPPANY — First Annual science fair conducted by the residents of Hunting Ridge Community, Route 46 and North Beverwyck Road. This event was open to all the children residing in the community.
The Science Fair was held at the Parsippany PAL Youth Center, 33 Baldwin Road on Saturday, June 2.
Purpose of this event is to encourage the kids’ excitement and enthusiasm in displaying their projects and explaining the science behind them. This event was organized by a group of parents residing in the community. It was a overwhelming success hailed by the children, parents and other local academic community members.
About 38 different exciting science experiments demonstrated by over 60 enthusiastic kids.This event was judged by acclaimed academic members from various local children’s education and enrichment centers. Teachers from local schools attended the event to encourage their students. First Annual Hunting Ridge Community Science Fair
Chief guest at the event was the Mayor of Parsippany Michael Soriano who gave a very inspiring speech to the kids highlighting the importance of science in various aspects of life. Also he showed deep interest and involvement by interacting with the participating kids regarding their experiment
This event was funded partially by registration fee and from the support of various sponsors including education and child enrichment centers.
PARSIPPANY — Bella Rocco, a Parsippany High School Junior, and former patient has been attending the Walk since 2009 and each year her team, Bella’s Bunch has the distinction of fielding the most participants.
Sons of Italy Past President Joe Jannarone, Jr., with Bella Rocco
The Valerie Fund Walk and JAG Physical Therapy 5K Run will be held on Saturday June 9, starting at 8:30 a.m. in Verona Park, Verona.
The Valerie Fund relies on the dollars raised to help the children who live in our community. The Walk and 5K Run supports their mission to provide comprehensive health care for children with cancer and blood disorders. Every step you walk or run and every dollar you raise helps at The Valerie Fund Centers. Patients receive far more than treatment for their physical illnesses. Their philosophy is that to truly heal the children with whose care we are entrusted, we must treat them emotionally, socially, and developmentally, as well as medically.
2018 will mark the Ten year Anniversary of Bella’s Bunch.
TEN YEARS of family, friends and our community coming together to support this amazing cause.
Together Bella’s Bunch has raised over $50,000 and counting for these warrior kids that continue to fight the fight!
Parsippany resident Bella Rocco will walk for every kid in a green shirt and every parent that is part of the club that we never signed up for.
Three surgeries later Bella continues to be monitored on a regular basis never knowing what the next MRI will bring but confident that no matter what, together we will keep pushing forward to get through anything thrown her way.
She has always been and always will be in my eyes a Rock Star, a shining example of perseverance, strength, and fearlessness.
Nearly 40 years ago, Sue and Ed Goldsteinbegan The Valerie Fund to honor the memory of their nine-year old daughter. During the six years of her treatment, Valerie and her parents would often travel several hundred miles a week to a hospital in NYC and they wanted to spare other families with critically ill children the additional suffering of traveling to and from the city for treatment. Their dream was to help children receive high-quality care in a nurturing environment close to their homes.
Today, there are seven Valerie Fund Children’s Centers located in top pediatric hospitals in New York, New Jersey and metro Philadelphia and more than 4,000 patients are treated annually—one of the largest networks of healthcare facilities for children with cancer and blood disorders in the country.
Last year the Valerie Fund Walk and 5K Run was held on Saturday, June 10.
204 Teams, 704 Runners, 2281 Walkers and 2,985 Participants raised $900,000 Stand Tall For Hall was the #1 team with a total of $34,105.00 raised.
For more information on the Valerie Fund Walk and 5K Walk/Run click here.
PARSIPPANY — Brooklawn Middle School’s talented young seventh graders performed a presentation of Bohemian Rhapsody to a captive audience on May 31 at the Parsippany Library.
Audrey Kuo was on flute, Anna Falcone and Sonali Shastri on clarinet.
They also spoke about their musical experiences and answered questions from the audience.
Superintendent of Schools Dr. Barbara Sergeant watching the children read
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Parsippany Hills High School Creative Writing teacher Jessica Brosnan, Superintendent of Schools Dr. Barbara Sergeant and A.P. Studio Art teacher Erica Pizza
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PARSIPPANY — Parsippany Hills High School students took a field trip on Wednesday, June 6 to Lake Parsippany Elementary School. Creative Writing teacher Jessica Brosnan and A.P. Studio Art teacher Erica Pizza worked together to create this cross-curricular learning opportunity for their students.
After studying children’s literature, Mrs. Brosnan’s students wrote their own pieces of children’s literature. They then paired up with one of Mrs. Pizza’s students who served as the illustrators of these pieces.
The stories were then bound and shared with Mrs. Beth DiBello’s and Ms. Laura Duff’s first graders. After listening to these pieces, first graders worked with the high schoolers to craft opening pages and illustrations for their own stories and then shared those opening pages with their classmates.
All books crafted by PHHS students were donated to the classroom libraries at Lake Parsippany Elementary School.
Mayor Michael Soriano joined the event as a guest reader. Superintendent Dr. Barbara Sargent, Coordinating Supervisor of 6-12 Language Arts/6-12 Media Mrs. Dana Ahmuty, and Coordinating Supervisor of World Languages/K-5 Music/K-12 Art/K-12 ESL Mrs. Vicky Santana, were also in attendance.
Titles of books and author/illustrator pairings:
Title: Savannah Goes On A Camping Trip
Written by: Sherilyn Ostlin
Illustrated by: Amber Lee
Title: Blue
Written by: Anahita Sahafian
Illustrated by: Shauna Lally
Title: Leo and the Raincoat
Written by: Sara Zevallos
Illustrated by: Gabrielle La Rosa
MORRIS COUNTY — Deborah Smith, John Krickus and Stephen Shaw won Republican Nomination for Freeholder in Tuesday’s Primary Election.
Unofficial votes are:
Deborah Smith
18,770
24.72%
John Krickus
16,503
21.74%
Stephen H. Shaw
16,799
22.13%
John Cesaro
12,953
17.06%
Aura K. Dunn
10,794
14.22%
The trio will face a November general election challenge from Tuesday’s victors in the Democratic primary: Mary Dougherty of Morristown, Richard Corcoran of Boonton, and Rupande Mehta of Denville.
PARSIPPANY — On Tuesday night Republican New Jersey Assemblyman Jay Webber has won his party’s primary in the 11th Congressional District.
Webber is an attorney who has represented the 26th Legislative District since 2008. He won in a five-way contest, defeating Patrick Allocco, Peter De Neufville, Antony Ghee and Martin Hewitt.
Webber will try to keep the seat under Republican control in November now that incumbent Rep. Rodney Frelinghuysen has announced his retirement.
Webber raised about $400,000 and had $225,000 cash on hand, more than the next closest fundraiser, De Neufville, who loaned his campaign about $200,000.
Jay Webber said “Thank you to friends, supporters, volunteers, and most of all, the Republican voters of the 11th Congressional District for the trust they have placed in all of us. So folks, I’ve got one question for you: how does it feel to be a winner?”
“Our team was unstoppable. 500 volunteers. 2000 lawn signs put up. 4000 door knocks. 15,000 flyers distributed. 40,000 phone calls. All as the campaign came together in just a few short months, and all because you love this country more than you value your time and convenience. Thank you to all of you on a job extraordinarily well done!”
Senator Joseph Pennachio and Republican County Chairman Nominee Ronald DeFillipis were in the audience when Webber made his announcement
“And I want to thank each of Martin Hewitt, Patrick Allocco, Antony Ghee, and Peter de Neufville for offering themselves, sacrificing their time, and giving their energy to our Republican Party. It is a mark of a strong and vibrant party that attracts good people to want to run under its banner, and our party should be proud of the primary we just had.”
“I congratulate Mikie Sherrill on her victory in her primary and wish her well on the campaign trail. By all accounts Mikie has given honorable service to our country. For that, we’re grateful. But let’s be very clear: Mikie Sherrill’s vision of America is wrong for our country, and wrong for this district.”
Parsippany resident Ahmed Kandil, Freeholder Heather Darling and Former Morris County Sheriff Edward Rochford was among the crowd congratulating Webber
“So as we go into this general election tonight, let’s do so with confidence, knowing we have the message that will win in the fall. It is a hopeful and optimistic message that prizes people over bureaucracy, and economic freedom over government interference. Remember folks, we are the ones who favor paychecks over food stamps. We value the dignity of work rather than dependency on government. We believe in empowerment. Our opponents believe in entitlement.”
“And our vision for America is working. You’ve heard the numbers. Because we cut taxes and red tape, unemployment is down to 3.8%. Because we have encouraged businesses to invest in America again, wages are up, bonuses are back, and consumer confidence is high. And because we know that a rising tide lifts all boats, African American and Hispanic unemployment figures are at record lows.”
The Webber children on stage congratulating their father
“Those are the numbers. But they are so much more than that. We know that behind every statistic is a story, a face, and a hope. Every time we reduce the unemployment rate, more families are sending their daughters and sons to college. Every tick up in GDP growth represents more mortgage payments made. Every small business created, or new house started, is another American dream being fulfilled. That is why these issues are so important.”
“And that is why I have championed, and will continue to champion, the kind of tax cuts that enable those dreams to become a reality. And know that I will work with anyone, of any party, to help overcome the barriers that stand between our nation and its promise of a better life for anyone who wants to work hard and play by the rules.”
Assemblyman Anthony M. Bucco announcing that Jay won the primary and he will be on stage soon
“Yet when it comes to the economy, after all the progress we’ve made, all the opportunities we’ve created, and all the momentum we are building, why would anyone want to reverse course and actually raise our taxes? But that’s what Mikie Sherrill promises to do. We’ve already had one New Jersey politician promise to raise our taxes, and then do it. If you think Phil Murphy is going to rob you blind later this month, just think what Mikie Sherrill and Nancy Pelosi will do to us if they get their hands on the wheels of power. America just can’t afford Mikie in the House of Representatives.”
“Even as good people work toward a freer and more prosperous society, we will always prioritize the value of equality, and the protection of the most vulnerable.
I am the grateful grandson of two working grandmothers, and a working mom. I am the fortunate husband of a Harvard-trained lawyer, and the proud father of four beautiful daughters. Anyone who wants to debate issues important to working women, I welcome the discussion.”
“Oh sure, they will lie, they will distort, and they will deceive to try to steal votes, but in the end the voters will know the truth. Let’s settle these issues right now: equal work for equal pay is and should be the law of the land. And victims of domestic violence deserve our protection and support.”
“On issues of workplace equality, of the two candidates in this campaign, only one of us has actually created jobs for working moms. Only one of us has created a fair, flexible, and welcoming workplace for all of us to enjoy. Only one of us has actually stood up to powerful interests on behalf of women who have been discriminated or retaliated against in the workforce. And only one of us has worked on a bipartisan basis and won more support for victims of domestic violence. Mikie just talks about those things; I’ve done them.”
Freeholder Director Doug Cabana, Anthony J Somma Jr. and Parsippany resident Ahmed Kandil
“And on the issue of public corruption, now, more than ever, with New Jersey suffering through the reign of Senator Bob Menendez, we need public officials who will stand up for what’s right. You see, when I first ran for the Assembly, I was determined to do my part to restore the confidence of our constituents in their elected representatives. I wanted to show people that not every elected official was in politics to line his own pocket, or get some special benefit that isn’t available to everyone else.”
“To do that, I promised my constituents that if elected, I would not accept the gold-plated health perks available to me as a part-time legislator. I made that promise to save taxpayer money, to be sure, and to date we’ve saved almost $300,000 for the taxpayers. But I did it more because no one else I would represent had access to full-time health perks working a part-time job. My actions would speak louder than my words – I led by example in cleaning up Trenton by putting the taxpayers’ interests over mine, and those of my family.”
“Mikie Sherrill, on the other hand, has not. She talks a great game about things like accountability, and standing up for what’s right. But she conveniently looks the other way when her running mate, Bob Menendez, is sanctioned by the United States Senate. Democrat and Republican Senators alike have told Senator Menendez to repay his ill-begotten gains, but Senator Menendez stubbornly refuses to do so. And the only thing Mikie Sherrill does is give the Senator a big hug, and run under his mantle, because that’s her path to power.”
“Tonight, I call on Senator Menendez to pay back the gifts he took in violation of the rules of Congress. And I call on Mikie Sherrill to make the same demand of the Senator. If she doesn’t, this campaign’s debate over legislative ethics will be over before it even starts.”
“I invite all citizens of the 11th Congressional District, whether you are Republican, Democrat, or Independent, to join our movement. If you care about making sure America remains the kind of opportunity society our mothers and fathers handed us, and the kind of place our children and grandchildren deserve to inherit, then work with us. In the United States, there is nothing that holds us back, no limit that keeps us down, except those that we allow to be placed on us. I am committed to creating and expanding opportunities for every American, and I hope you are too.”
“This is not the end of the road for this campaign, it’s just the end of the beginning. And as we go forward together, I’d ask for your continued help, enthusiasm, and support. We’re going to need every ounce, and then some, to win in November. So let’s go out and win this one for our State, and for our nation,” said Webber.
Jay will now face Democratic challenger Mikie Sherrill in the General Election in November.
Johanna Webber gave the opening speech and introduced her husband, Jay. Johanna Einterz Webber is an attorney and mother of seven.
VERONA — On Tuesday night in a decisive win, Mikie Sherrill, former Navy helicopter pilot, federal prosecutor, and mother of four, became the Democratic nominee for New Jersey’s 11th Congressional District. Sherrill was the top vote getter in a crowded field of exceptional Democratic candidates finishing with more than 76 percent of the vote. Mikie will now face career politician Assemblyman Jay Webber in a top targeted race.
Speaking to a packed house of supporters, volunteers, and local community leaders — Mikie Sherrill made the following statement:
“Over the last year, the residents across the 11th District have stood up, spoken out, and built a movement and I’m honored to be their nominee. I’d like to thank all of the candidates, in particular Tamara Harris, whose advocacy and commitment to the people of this district is unwavering. The results tonight are a clear indication that our community demands new leadership in Congress that will put people over partisan politics and bring change as led by the people of New Jersey. Tonight, we took a pivotal step to make sure we are ready for the tough fight ahead.”
She went on to say, “We know our quality of life is at stake in the 11th Congressional District. Under the current leadership in Congress our families and our communities have faced rising healthcare premiums, a tax increase that singles out New Jersey’s middle-class families in particular, and unmet infrastructure needs that threaten our region’s economic future. We must send new leadership to Congress in order to find common sense solutions that put our kids and our future first.”
First Lady Tammy Murphy (far right) was at the victory celebration for Mikie Sherill
Mikie’s campaign started almost thirteen months ago around her kitchen table and from there she built an incredible coalition of grassroots activists, community leaders, Democratic elected officials and national Democratic leaders. In the last thirteen months she has been endorsed by everyone from local grassroots groups like Chatham Moms for Change to Vice President Joe Biden. Through this primary she has not only won the Democratic nomination but played a part in the retirement of 23-year incumbent and Appropriations Chairman Rodney Frelinghuysen. Mikie will now face Republican challenger Assemblyman Jay Webber in the General Election in November.
PARSIPPANY — The 35th 2018 Law Enforcement Torch Run for the Special Olympics of New Jersey will on Friday, June 8 approximately 12:00 Noon for the Parsippany leg.
Every year Law Enforcement Officers from around New Jersey come together and carry the “Flame of Hope” on 26 separate routes throughout the state.
Parsippany Police Officers will be running a 3.5 mile leg of the Torch Run Route which begins at the Boulevard and Route 46 in Mountain Lakes and Smith Field located on Baldwin Road and Route 46.
If you would like to donate to the Law Enforcement Torch Run for the Special Olympics of New Jersey please click here.
PARSIPPANY — Parsippany Hills High School held their annual Senior Awards Ceremony on Monday, June 4.
The evening began with the Parsippany Hills High School Jazz Band performing while guests were entering the auditorium. The flag salute was conducted by Preya Patel, President, National Honor Society and the National Anthem was performed by the 2018 Chamber Choir. Mr. Michael DiSanto, Principal welcomed the audience and Dr. Barbara Sargent, Superintendent of Schools started with opening remarks, followed by Mr. Carl Ordway, School Counselor and Scholarship Coordinator.
Below you will find the name of the winner of each scholarship that was presented.
SCHOLARSHIP
AWARDED TO
Aaron Lief/American Legion Post #249 Scholarship
Steere, Emma
Abe Wolkofsky Memorial Scholarship
Ponnor, Janelle
African American Cultural Club Service Award
Leonard, Taylor
Andrew J, Quinn Memorial Scholarship
Warner, Adam
Anthony Sun Memorial Scholarship
Abad, Kaitlin
Anthony Sun Memorial Scholarship
Kao, Sanjay
Asian American Club
Tai, Hsin (Cindy)
Asian American Club
Yang, Samuel
Band Service Awards
Astor, Ryan
Band Service Awards
Desai, Kavan
Band Service Awards
Gaudio, Michael
Band Service Awards
Gurth, Justin
Band Service Awards
Juarez-Duran, Enrique
Band Service Awards
Kanthadai, Rakshay
Band Service Awards
Mansuria, Vishal
Band Service Awards
Prajapati, Krishna
Band Service Awards
Yagappan, Rishi
Band Service Awards
Yang, Samuel
Bernard Packin Family Memorial Scholarship
Grant, Katherine
Bernard Packin Valedictorian Scholarship
Xiong, Karoline
Brian E. Mitchell Memorial Music Scholarship
Pascale, Jacqueline
Carl L. Ordway Memorial Scholarship
Ostlin, Sherlyn
Cedar Grove Elks Lodge #2237 Scholarship
Tolosi, Megan
Coaches’ Award for Cheerleading
Ostlin, Sherlyn
Coaches’ Award for Football
Verducci, Nicholas
Coaches’ Award for Marching Band
Yang, Samuel
Coccia Foundation Scholarship
Chowatia, Ishani
Coccia Foundation Scholarship
Desai, Kavan
David J. Moore Memorial Scholarship
Weaver, Harrision
Dora B. Stolfi Memorial Scholarship
Pascale, Jacqueline
Dorothy Davies Memorial Scholarhip
Pascale, Jacqueline
Dr. Frank Calabria Memorial Scholarship
McLaughlin, Lauren
Emil Johnson Vocational Award
Mistry, Nirmohi
Excellence in French
Chauhan, Karan
Faculty and Staff Awards
Astor, Ryan
Faculty and Staff Awards
McLaughlin, Lauren
Faculty and Staff Awards
Sung, Kyle
Female Athlete Award
Xiong, Karoline
Fine Arts Scholarship
Lin, Ching Laam (Jaye)
Fine Arts Scholarship
Mann, Heather
French Club Leadership
Feng, Steven
French Club Leadership
Bard, Francesca
Greg Puzio Memorial Scholarship
Picado, Jack
Hills of Troy Neighborhood Association Scholarship – HOTNA
Sanford, Michael
Indian Cultural Club Service Award
Patel, Parth
Indian Cultural Club Service Award
Patel, Vritti
Indian Cultural Club Service Award
Shah, Yuti
Intervale Leadership for the Future Scholarship
Guevara, Kristine
Jack Dolan Memorial Scholarship
Tran, Crystal
Janet Palatini Friendship Scholarship
daSilva, Tyler
Janet Palatini Friendship Scholarship
Mitchell, Alicia
Janet Palatini Friendship Scholarship
Verducci, Nicholas
Janet Palatini Friendship Scholarship
Ververs, Hannah
Joe Windish Parsippany Education Foundation Scholarship
Chopra, Tanvi
John Phillip Sousa Award
Park, Andrew
Kanai Lal & Charu Bala Memorial Scholarship
Patel, Siddhanth
Kanai Lal & Charu Bala Memorial Scholarship
Ponnor, Janelle
Kanai Lal & Charu Bala Memorial Scholarship
Yang, William
Kate Russell Memorial Scholarship
Mitchell, Alicia
Kiwanis Club of Greater Parsippany Scholarship
Mansuria, Vishal
Lake Parsippany School PTS Scholarship
Grant, Katherine
Lew Ludwig Memorial Scholarship
Shah, Saloni
Little Viking Football Award
Verducci, Nicholas
Littleton School Alumni Scholarship
Kwan, Matthew
Littleton School Alumni Scholarship
Stearns, Kaitlyn
Love Like Ashley Memoial Scholarship
Acree, Mikayla
Maria T. Santillan (’92) Memorial Scholarhip
Ullman, Lawrence
Montville UNICO Italian Studies Grant
Vecchia, Brittani
Morris County Administrators of Special Education
Pascale, Sarah
Morris County College Fair Scholarship 2 year
Cuervo, Stephanie
Morris County College Fair Scholarship 4 year
Baldarrago, Emily
Morris County Professional Counselor Association 4 year
Par-Troy West Little League – Tom Cook Memorial Scholarship
Davis, Corinne
Par-Troy West Little League – Tom Cook Memorial Scholarship
Picado, Jack
Par-Troy West Little League – Tom Cook Memorial Scholarship
Taylor, Kristen
Par-Troy West Little League – Tom Cook Memorial Scholarship
Verducci, Nicholas
Par-Troy West Little League – Tom Cook Memorial Scholarship
Ververs, Hannah
Par-Hills Men’s Soccer Parents Association Scholarships
Agostinho, Brian
Par-Hills Men’s Soccer Parents Association Scholarships
Holmstrom, Erik
Par-Hills Men’s Soccer Parents Association Scholarships
Picado, Jack
Parsippany Area Chamber of Commerce
Giovanelli, Adam
Parsippany Police Benevolent Association #131 Scholarship
Patel, Preya
Parsippany Republican Club Scholarhsip
Chopra, Tanvi
Parsippany Rotary Club Scholarship
Bellardino, Taylor
Parsippany Soccer Club Scholarship
Maurya, Suraj
Parsippany-Troy Hills Senior Citzen Scholarhsip
Castillo, Erika
Patents’ of the Gifted and Talented Scholarship
Sudit, David
Paul Piccoli Memorial Scholarship
Picado, Jack
Paul Piccoli Memorial Scholarship
Rodriguez, Andrea
Pearls of Wisdom Scholarship
Leonard, Taylor
PHHS Boys’ Basketball Booster Club Scholarship
Nagendran, Arjun
PHHS Boys’ Basketball Booster Club Scholarship
Parker, Jamaal
PHHS Cheerleading Parents Association Scholarship
Guevara, Kristine
PHHS Cheerleading Parents Association Scholarship
Ostlin, Sherlyn
PHHS Choir Scholarships
Campbell, Julia
PHHS Choir Scholarships
Kelly, Nicolette
PHHS Choir Scholarships
Acree, Mikayla
PHHS Choir Scholarships
Borino, Alyssa
PHHS Choir Scholarships
Gardner, Daniel
PHHS Choir Scholarships
Lally, Shauna
PHHS Choir Scholarships
Pascale, Jacqueline
PHHS Choir Scholarships
Zigman, Sarah
PHHS Football Parents’ Association Scholarship
Verducci, Nicholas
PHHS Girls Basketball Booster Club Scholarship
Chopra, Tanvi
PHHS Girls Basketball Booster Club Scholarship
Kao, Sanjay
PHHS Girls Basketball Booster Club Scholarship
King, Korla
PHHS Girls Basketball Booster Club Scholarship
Rogers, Jillian
PHHS Girls Lacrosse Crease Club Scholarship Award
Stearns, Kaitlyn
PHHS Swim Team Booster Association Scholarships
Maddox, Mark
PHHS Swim Team Booster Association Scholarships
Caccavale, Nick
PHHS Swim Team Booster Association Scholarships
Ciccarelli, Michelle
PHHS Swim Team Booster Association Scholarships
Gaudio, Michael
PHHS Swim Team Booster Association Scholarships
Giovanelli, Adam
PHHS Swim Team Booster Association Scholarships
Kwan, Matthew
PHHS Swim Team Booster Association Scholarships
Messina, Alicia
PHHS Swim Team Booster Association Scholarships
Patel, Krutharth
PHHS Swim Team Booster Association Scholarships
Rao, Abhigna
PHHS Swim Team Booster Association Scholarships
Vojta, Sarah
PHHS Top 25 Students
Feng, Steven
PHHS Top 25 Students
Bard, Francesca
PHHS Top 25 Students
Chauhan, Karan
PHHS Top 25 Students
Chen, Ellen
PHHS Top 25 Students
Kanthadai, Rakshay
PHHS Top 25 Students
McLaughlin, Lauren
PHHS Top 25 Students
Mukhamedjanova, Aleese
PHHS Top 25 Students
Nagendran, Arjun
PHHS Top 25 Students
Patel, Shivani
PHHS Top 25 Students
Pingle, Arijit
PHHS Top 25 Students
Ponnor, Janelle
PHHS Top 25 Students
Prajapati, Krishna
PHHS Top 25 Students
Shah, Priya
PHHS Top 25 Students
Shah, Sneh
PHHS Top 25 Students
Sudit, David
PHHS Top 25 Students
Sung, Brandon
PHHS Top 25 Students
Sung, Kyle
PHHS Top 25 Students
Tai, Hsin (Cindy)
PHHS Top 25 Students
Ullman, Lawrence
PHHS Top 25 Students
Urbis, Juliana
PHHS Top 25 Students
Vekaria, Ashil
PHHS Top 25 Students
Xiong, Karoline
PHHS Top 25 Students
Yagappan, Rishi
PHHS Top 25 Students
Yang, Samuel
PHHS Top 25 Students
Yang, William
PHHS Volleyball Parents Association Scholarship
King, Korla
PHHS Volleyball Parents Association Scholarship
Vecchia, Brittani
Princess Anne Millard Scholarship
King, Korla
PTHEA “CAP” Award – In Memory of John Capsouras
Patel, Shivani
PTSA Scholarship Awards
Giovanelli, Adam
PTSA Scholarship Awards
Grant, Katherine
PTSA Scholarship Awards
Patel, Preya
PTSA Scholarship Awards
Ullman, Lawrence
PTSA Scholarship Awards
Ververs, Hannah
Richard C. Davis, Jr Scholarship Fund
Pascale, Jacqueline
Rocco A. Cerbo Memorial Scholarship
Crellin, Gavyn
Salutatorian Award
Kanthadai, Rakshay
Sons of Italy – Basil Ricci Memorial Scholarship
Pascale, Stephanie
Sons of Italy – Basil Ricci Memorial Scholarship
Pascale, Jacqueline
Sons of Italy – Basil Ricci Memorial Scholarship
Verducci, Nicholas
Spencer Savings Bank Scholarship
Ullman, Lawrence
Student Council Awards
Chauhan, Karan
Student Council Awards
Patel, Preya
Student Council Awards
Singh, Prerana
Student Council Awards
Warner, Adam
SunRise/ShopRite Continuing Education Grant Scholarship
Giovanelli, Adam
The Steadfast Viking Award
Hsu, Yi-Hsuan
Tom Ladas Memorial Scholarhip
Pascale, Jacqueline
United States Marine Corps Awards for Scholastic Excellence
Chauhan, Karan
United States Marine Corps Distinguished Athletic Award
Rogers, Jillian
United States Marine Corps Distinguished Athletic Award
Verducci, Nicholas
United States Marine Corps Patriotism Award
Dunn, Dylan
United States Marine Corps Patriotism Award
Robleza, Jeric
United States Marine Corps Patriotism Award
Robleza, Joshua
United States Marine Corps Semper Fidelis Band Award
Desai, Kavan
Vincent Lorenzo Male Athlete Award
Gurth, Justin
Wegmans Scholarships
Simpson, Jordan
Wegmans Scholarships
Stearns, Kaitlyn
William Lu Class of 1977 – Claire Pompei
Parker, Lydia
William Lu Class of 1977 – Edmund Heilmeier
Proietto, Christina
Women’s Club of Parsippany – Troy Hills Scholarship
Chopra, Tanvi
Women’s Club of Parsippany – Troy Hills Scholarship
Grant, Katherine
Women’s Club of Parsippany – Troy Hills Scholarship
Ververs, Hannah
PHHS Senior Awards Ceremony
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Parsippany Hills High School Jazz Band
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Parsippany Hills High School Jazz Band
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Parsippany Hills High School Jazz Band
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Parsippany Hills High School Jazz Band
Parsippany Hills High School Jazz Band
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Parsippany Hills High School Jazz Band
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Parsippany Hills High School Jazz Band
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Parsippany Hills High School Jazz Band
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Preya Patel, President, National Honor Society - Flag Salute
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The 2018 Chamber Choir
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Dr. Barbara Sargent, Superintendent of Schools
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Mr. Carl Ordway, School Counselor, Scholarship Coordinator
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Mr. Michael DiSanto, Principal
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Ms. Hilary Ververs presenting the Bernard Packin Family Memorial Scholarship to Katherine Grant
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Ms. Hilary Ververs presenting the Salutatorian Award to Rakshay Kanthadai
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Ms. Hilary Ververs presenting the PTSA Scholarship Award to Adam Giovanelli
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Ms. Hilary Ververs presenting the PTSA Scholarship Award to Katherine Grant
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Ms. Hilary Ververs presenting the PTSA Scholarship Award to Preya Patel
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Ms. Hilary Ververs presenting the PTSA Scholarship Award to Lawrence Ullman
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Ms. Hilary Ververs presenting the PTSA Scholarship Award to Hannah Ververs
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Principal Michael DiSanto presenting The Steadfast Viking Award to Yi-Hsuan Hsu
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Michael dePierro presenting the Parsippany Rotary Scholarship to Taylor Bellardino
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Mr. Louis Amato and Michael dePierro presents the Sons of Italy - Basil Ricci Memorial Scholarship to Nicholas Verducci
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Mr. Louis Amato and Michael dePierro presents the Sons of Italy - Basil Ricci Memorial Scholarship to Stephanie Pascale
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Mr. Louis Amato and Michael dePierro presents the Sons of Italy - Basil Ricci Memorial Scholarship to Jacqueline Pascale
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Joe Cistaro presents the "Love Like Ashley Memorial Fund Scholarship" to Mikayla Acree
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Angela Calabria presented the "Dr. Frank A. Calabria Memorial Scholarship" to Lauren McLaughlin
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Ms. Marianne Hosig presented the Parsippany Republican Club Scholarship to Tanvi Chopra
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Mr. Bruce Michels presented the Aaron Lief/American Legion Post 249 Scholarship to Emma Steere
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Ms. Dawn Reimer presented the Cedar Grove Elks Lodge #2237 Scholarship to Megan Tolosi
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Mr. Andrew Ladas presented the Joe Windish Parsippany Education Foundation Scholarship to Tanvi Chopra
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Mr. Andrew Ladas presented the "Tom Ladas Memorial Scholarship" to Jacqueline Pascale
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Mr. Andrew Ladas presented the Littleton School Alumni Scholarship to Matthew Kwan and Kaitlyn Stearns
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Ms. Lisa Funk presented the Spencer Savings Bank Scholarship to Lawrence Ullman
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Dr. Jaclyn Bevacqua presented the Coccia Foundation Scholarship to Kavan Desai
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Ms. Olivia Piccoli presented the "Paul Piccoli Memorial Scholarship" to Jack Picado and Andrea Rodriguez
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Ms. Tutty Giordano presented the Montville UNICO Italian Studies Grant to Brittani Vecchia
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John and Megan Russell presented the "Kate Russell Memorial Scholarship" to Alicia Mitchell
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Matthew Wolkofsky presented the "Abe Wolkofsky Scholarship" to Janelle Ponnor
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Dr. Magdaleno Rapacon presented the Maria T. Santillan ('92) Memorial Scholarship to Lawrence Ullman
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Davey Willans presented the Kiwanis Club of Greater Parsippany Scholarship to Parsippany Hills High School Senior Vishal Mansuria and the Jack Dolan Memorial Scholarship to Crystal Tran
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Ms. Barbara Srivastava presented the Parents of Gifted and Talented Scholarship to David Sudit
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Ms. Charlene Polin presented the Greg Puzio Scholarship Eastlake School PTA to Jack Picado
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Ms. Jennifer Hutchinson presented the Mt. Tabor PTA Scholarship to Lawrence Ullman
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Ms. Gloria Balcom presented the Dora B. Stolfi Memorial Scholarship Award to Jacqueline Pascale
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Ms. Mary Ann Coyne presented the Woman's Club of Parsippany-Troy Hills Scholarship to Tanvi Chopra
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Ms. Mary Ann Coyne presented the Woman's Club of Parsippany-Troy Hills Scholarship to Katherine Grant
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Ms. Mary Ann Coyne presented the Woman's Club of Parsippany-Troy Hills Scholarship to Hannah Ververs
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Nicolas Limanov presented the Parsippany Area Chamber of Commerce Scholarship to Adam Giovanelli
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Mr. Joe Yang presented the Northern New Jersey Chinese Association Award to William Yang
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Dr. Ben Pramanik presented the "Kanai Lal and Charu Bala Memorial Scholarship" to Siddhanth Patel, Janelle Ponnor and William Wang
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The Sun Family presented the Anthony Sun Memorial Scholarship Kaitlin Abad, and Sanjay Kao
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Miss Tina Ewing presented the Morristown Alumnae Chapter - Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Scholarship to Korla King
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Mr. Deval Desai presented the Lake Parsippany School PTA Scholarship awarded to Katherine Grant
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Wegmans Scholarships awarded to Jordan Simpson and Kaitlyn Stearns
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Ms. Deanna Ashton and Ms. Jennifer Jacobs awarded Sun Rise Shop Rite Continuing Education Grant Scholarship to Adam Giovanelli
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Ms. Kamille Ramos and Ms. Patrice Warner presented the Pearls of Wisdom Scholarship to Taylor Leonard
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Ms. Kamille Ramos and Ms. Patrice Warner presented the Princess Anne Millard Scholarship to Korla King
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Mr. Marc Davis presented the Richard C. Davis, Jr., Scholarship Fund to Jacqueline Pascale
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Mr. Todd Ricker presented the Vincent Lorenzo Female Athlete Award to Karoline Xiong
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Mr. Todd Ricker presented the Vincent Lorenzo Male Athlete Award to Justin Gurth
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Mr. Todd Ricker presented NJAC Outstanding Scholar Athlete Award to Lauren McLaughlin
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Mr. Todd Ricker presented NJAC Outstanding Scholar Athlete Award to Jack Picado
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Mr. Todd Ricker presented PHHS Cheerleading Parents' Association Scholarship to Kristine Guevara
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Mr. Todd Ricker presented PHHS Cheerleading Parents' Association Scholarship to Sherlyn Ostlin
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Ms. Carol Gorczyca presentes the PHHS Boys' Basketball Booster Club Scholarship to Arjun Nagendran
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Ms. Carol Gorczyca presentes the PHHS Boys' Basketball Booster Club Scholarship to Jamaal Parker
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PHHS Girl's Basketball Booster Club Scholarships to: Tanvi Chopra, Sanjay Kao, Korla King and Jillian Rogers
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Ms. Janet Berry presented the PHHS Swim Team Booster Association Scholarship to Nick Caccavale
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Ms. Janet Berry presented the PHHS Swim Team Booster Association Scholarship to Michelle Ciccarelli
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Ms. Janet Berry presented the PHHS Swim Team Booster Association Scholarship to Michael Gaudio
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Ms. Janet Berry presented the PHHS Swim Team Booster Association Scholarship to Adam Giovanelli
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Ms. Janet Berry presented the PHHS Swim Team Booster Association Scholarship to Matthew Kwan
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Ms. Janet Berry presented the PHHS Swim Team Booster Association Scholarship to Krutharth Patel
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Ms. Janet Berry presented the PHHS Swim Team Booster Association Scholarship to Abhigna Rao
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Ms. Janet Berry presented the PHHS Swim Team Booster Association Scholarship to Sarah Vojta
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Ms. Brenda Reis presented the Little Vikings Football Award to Nicolas Verducci
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Mr. Matt Gurth presented the PHHS Football Parents Association Scholarship to Nicolas Verducci
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Ms. Isabel Torres presented the Par-Hills Men's Soccer Parents Association Scholarships to Brian Agostinho, Erik Holmstrom and Jack Picado
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Ms. Lisa Ward presented the PHHS Volleyball Parents' Association Scholarship to Korla King and Brittani Vecchia
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Ms. Lisa Ward presented the PHHS Girls Lacrosse Crease Club Scholarship Award to Kaitlyn Stearns
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Mr. Anthony Mancuso presented the Coaches Award for Cheerleading to Sherlyn Ostlin
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Mr. Anthony Mancuso presented the Coaches Award for Football to Nicolas Verducci
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Mr. George Schreiner awarded the Coaches Award for Marching Band to Samuel Yang
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Mr. Michael Iapicca presented the Brian E. Mitchell Memorial Music Scholarship to Jacqueline Pascale
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Mr. Michael Iapicca presented Band Service Awards to: Ryan Astor, Kavan Desai, Michael Gaudio, Justin Furth, Enrique Juarez-Duran, Rakshay Kanthadai, Vishal Mansuria, Krishna Prajapati, Rishi Yagappan and Samuel Yang
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Mr. Michael Iapicca presented the John Phillip Sousa Award to Andrew Park
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Mr. Michael Iapicca presented the Mt. Tabor Band Camp Outstanding Musician Award to Andrew Park
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Mr. Michael Iapicca presented Andrew J. Quinn Memorial Scholarship to Adam
Warner
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Mrs. Kathleen Muka presented the PHHS Choir Scholarships to Julia Campbell, Nicolette Kelly, Mikayla Acree, Alyssa Borino, Daniel Gardner, Shauna Lally, Jacqueline Pascale and Sarah Zigman
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SSgt. Anthony Gagiardi presented the United States Marine Corps Semper Fidelis Band Award to Kavan Desai
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SSgt. Anthony Gagiardi presented the United States Marine Corps Distinguished Athletic Award Nicholas Verducci
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SSgt. Anthony Gagiardi presented the United States Marine Corps Distinguished Athletic Award Jillian Rogers
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SSgt. Anthony Gagiardi presented the United States Marine Corps Awards for Scholastic Excellence to Karan Chauhan
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SSgt. Anthony Gagiardi presented the United States Marine Corps Patriotism Award to Robleza, Jeric
United States Marine Corps Patriotism Award to Joshua Robleza, Jeric Robleza and Dylan Dunn
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Ms. Shelia Steinberg presented the French Club Leadership Award to Francesca Bard
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Ms. Shelia Steinberg presented the French Club Leadership Award to Steven Feng
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Ms. Shelia Steinberg presented the Excellence in French Award to Karan Chauhan
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Ms. Shelia Steinberg presented Fine Arts Scholarships to Heather Mann and Ching Laam (Jaye) Lin,
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Mrs. Rhonda Pritchard presented the Asian American Cultural Club Awards to Samuel Wang and Hsin (Cindy) Tai
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Ms. Pamela Cotton presented the African American Cultural Club Service Award to Taylor Leonard
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Ms. Pamela Cotton presented the Indian Cultural Club Service Award to Parth Patel, Vritti Patel and Yuti Shah
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Ms. Pamela Cotton presented the Dorothy Davies Memorial Scholarship - Intervale School to Jacqueline Pascale
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Ms. Pamela Cotton presented the Intervale Leadership for the Future Scholarship to Kristine Guevara
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Mrs. Suzanne Barrett presented the Hills of Troy Neighborhood Association Scholarship to Michael Sanford
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Mrs. Suzanne Barrett presented the Emil Johnson Vocational Award to Nirmohi Mistry
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Mrs. Suzanne Barrett presented the Morris County Professional Counselor Association Award to Hannah Ververs
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Mrs. Suzanne Barrett presented the Janet Palatini Friendship Scholarships to Tyler daSilva, Alicia Mitchell, Nicholas Verducci and Hannah Ververs
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Mrs. Suzanne Barrett presented Bernie Packin Family Memorial Scholarship to Karoline Xiong
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Mrs. Suzanne Barrett presented Faculty and Staff Awards to Ryan Astor, Lauren McLaughlin and Kyle Sung
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Mr. Carl Ordway presented Morris County College Fair Scholarship to Emily Baldarrago
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Mr. Carl Ordway presented the Parsippany Police Benevolent Association #131 Scholarship to Preya Patel
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Mr. Carl Ordway presented Morris County College Fair Scholarship to Stephanie Cuervo
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Mr. Carl Ordway presented Morris County Administrators of Special Education Award to Sarah Pascale
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Mrs. Rhonda Pritchard presented PTHEA
"Cap" Award in Memory of John Capsouras to Shivani Patel
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Mr. Carl Ordway presented the Carl L. Ordway Memorial Scholarship award to Sherlyn Ostlin
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Mr. Carl Ordway presented the William Lu Class of 1977 Educator Awards in Honor of Claire Pompei to Lydia Parker
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Mr. Carl Ordway presented the William Lu Class of 1977 Educator Awards in Honor of Edmund Heilmeier to Christina Proietto
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Ms. Tricia Morsillo presented the David J. Moore Memorial Scholarship to Harrison Weaver
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Ms. Tricia Morsillo presented the Lew Ludwig Memorial Scholarship to Saloni Shah
PARSIPPANY — A total of 1,621 students have been named to the Dean’s List at East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania (ESU) for the Spring 2018 semester of the 2017-2018 academic year, according to Joanne Bruno, J.D., provost and vice president for academic affairs. Students eligible for the Dean’s List are those who have attained a 3.50 quality point average or better and are enrolled full-time. The letter grade “B” earns 3 quality points per credit, and the grade “A” earns 4 quality points per credit.
Caitlyn Capurso, a Sport Management major and a 2014 graduate from Parsippany High School, was among those named to to ESU’s Spring 2018 Dean’s List and Gabriela Rachmaciej, a Comm Sciences & Disorders major, and a 2015 graduate from Parsippany High School, were among those named to to ESU’s Spring 2018 Dean’s List.
East Stroudsburg University, one of the 14 institutions in the Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education, opened in 1893 as East Stroudsburg Normal School. Today, ESU is a comprehensive university in northeastern Pennsylvania offering 55 undergraduate programs, 22 master’s programs and one doctoral program. More than 6,800 students are enrolled for the high quality, affordable, and accessible education ESU provides. Nearly 30,000 ESU alumni live in Pennsylvania.
PARSIPPANY — Parsippany High School held its 8th annual Redstock on Saturday, June 2, with the public to participating in many sports activities and games behind the high school. The highlight of the festival will be the Powder Puff flag football game between the senior and junior girls.
This event focuses on bringing local families, students, school-based organizations and area businesses together for a FREE day of entertainment, music, games, food and fun! This year’s festival featured a vendor area for local businesses to meet and interact with current and potential customers giving them the opportunity to directly distribute samples, promotional items and other marketing material, as well as sell.
The event started at 12:00 Noon and ends at 3:00 p.m. offers food, live music, face painting, arts and crafts, bounce house, local businesses, games and prizes and live entertainment. The PTSA held their annual Tricky Tray and Raffle.
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Mayor Michael Soriano with his new Redstock T-Shirt
Parsippany High School Choir
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Zolla's Auto Care: Mark Mantilla, Matt Zolla, Joe Zolla, Toni Bizzaro, Lydia Zolla and Kesey Schoonover
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Neha Deshpande, Neer Patel and Aarav Shah, Redbots Team 12116
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Redbots Team 12116
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Eye Level: Omkareshwari Uppu, Thejaswini and Daiwik Namada
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John Colucci and Godfrey Church - Unique Umbrella
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PHS alumni Brian Lanigan and Krissy Berrios
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Care One: Gregory Cain and Joe Filipak
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VanGuard Medical: Elizabeth Saft, Dr. Frank Iannetta and Maria Sidiropoulos
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Emily Davis from Synergy Chiropractic
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Marissa Cogan, Morris Retirement Advisors
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Dan Exter and his wife Dana, Layups 4 Life
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Model Congress Ring Toss: Kenny Slaman and Thomas Diez
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Winterlyn Curley and Kyle Contaldi with the African American Club Water Balloon Basketball
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Max, Sophia and Victoria Massefski
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Mayor Michael Soriano
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Patrolman Gregory Bloete, Parsippany Police Department
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Nicolas Limanov
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Sienna Lafuente, Class of 2016, Samantha Limate, Class of 2021, Aidan Lafuente, Class of 2021, Julissa Chacon, Class of 2021 and Principal Denis Mulroony
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Owners of Jai Ganesh Yoga Studio with Mayor Michael Soriano
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Frank Cahill, Nicolas Limanov, Chrissy Russell, Mayor Michael Soriano and Principal Denis Mulroony
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Parsippany High Band
Games and fun for all
Games and fun for all
Later in the evening the Junior versus Senior Powderpuff game was held. The Class of 2018 won the Powderpuff (18-6) over the Juniors. Congratulations to the Offensive MVP – Faith Preziosi (143 rushing yards, 2 touchdowns) and Defensive MVP – Tia Ayton (4 stops). An outstanding job by the seniors and their coaches.
The 2018 Hawkeye Award Winners wer also announced on Saturday. Staff: Mrs. Engfer, Mrs. Muheisen & Mr. Miller Parents: Cindy LoPresti and Pete Lanigan Students: Khalid Alzubi and Sarah DiPippa.
PARSIPPANY — Miracles USA Taekwondo’s elite competition team and its master, Master Suji Kang, were honored at a congratulatory reception at the office of Mayor Michael A. Soriano on May 29.
Five athletes were presented with the Parsippany-Troy Hills Township’s “Outstanding Achievement Award” for their medal-winning performances at the Pennsylvania State Taekwondo Championships on April 14. The Miracles’ team won a total of 10 medals at the tournament and is grateful for this special recognition of its dedication and hard work by Mayor Soriano.
The Miracles USA Taekwondo competition team is now training to compete at the USA Taekwondo National Championships to be held in Salt Lake City, UT, in early July.
Miracles USA Taekwondo is located at 388-B Route 46.
PARSIPPANY — NewBridge Services is hosting a free training Wednesday, June 13 at its Parsippany location to teach parents and other caregivers how to to keep children and teenagers safe when they use mobile devices.
The two-hour program, including a 30-minute Q&A session, starts at 4:30 p.m. and will address phone set-up, group chats and social media, monitoring gaming apps, predators posting pictures, and essential conversations parents need to have with their children. Marc Herzog, owner of Papa Bear Digital Protection, a consulting company specializing in mobile device and social media safety and security, will moderate. Attendees are invited to raise other topics related to safeguarding mobile devices.
“Children can be unwittingly exposed to the internet’s dangers on smartphones and tablets, so it’s important for the caregivers in their lives to take precautions,” said NewBridge Services Child and Family Services Program Director Nicole Bolognini. “This training will give caregivers the tools they need to protect their children.”
To register, contact Bolognini at nbolognini@newbridge.org or call (973) 794-6401. NewBridge’s Parsippany location is at 1259 Route 46 East, Building 2, Suite 100A.
NewBridge is committed to keeping children safe and teaching them how to be resilient. More than 4,000 schoolchildren last year learned to deal with bullies, stand up to peer pressure and recognize suicidal thought in themselves and friends through NewBridge prevention programs. NewBridge also trained more than 800 educators and parents in suicide prevention, self-care, and how to help students cope with stressors.
NewBridge Services, a 501c(3) nonprofit, is a premier provider of counseling services, housing and educational programs in northern New Jersey serving nearly 8,000 adults and seniors last year alone. NewBridge treats mental illnesses and addictions; teaches skills for coping with stress, grief and challenging relationships; builds and manages affordable housing; offers school-based programs that teach children and adolescents resiliency skills for healthy emotional development; helps young adults succeed in their education and prepare for careers; and supports seniors so they can remain independent. Throughout its more than 50-year history, NewBridge has remained true to its mission of bringing balance to people’s lives by tracking shifts in communities’ needs and providing innovative, effective programs to meet them.
PARSIPPANY — Rain was predicted for all day Saturday, but there was no sign of rain during the Lake Parsippany giant flea market and Open House, on Saturday, June 2.
The day was full of events including dragon boat, swimming, face painting, food, playing in the sand, live music and a flea market offering many items. Parsippany CERT, Parsippany Police Department and many organizations were present educating residents, and distributing literature.
You can join the LPPOA Ladies Club for fun and community involvement. Interested individuals should contact Diane Low at (973) 887-1268. The fishing club meets once a month and holds fishing contests during the season. Thru their Trout Stocking Program, they host a “Stocking Day” event where the lake is stocked with trout one week before the season opens. Young anglers get the opportunity to learn about our program and release trout into the lake. Interested in joining the fishing club contact Tony Suprum at LakeParFishingClub@gmail.com.
Lake Parsippany is a private lake community quietly nestled in the center of Parsippany-Troy Hills, in Morris County. This 168 acre lake and grounds is fully funded and maintained by membership fees and member volunteers. They receive no State, County or Township funding. The Community welcomes everyone to join our association, regardless of where you live and enjoy a piece of the lake.
The Lake Parsippany Property Owners Association members maintain and manage all operations of the lake throughout the year. The membership preserves this beautiful natural resource through its fees and through active volunteer participation in the community.
Membership is required to participate in its many activities that include fishing in a trout stocked lake, sailing, swimming, sunbathing, competitive sports, concerts, dances, family fun nights and much more.
Membership in the Association is not limited to Lake Parsippany Property Owners. Renters and residents from outside of the Lake Parsippany area are also welcome to join. The Association is a not for profit organization.
In addition to all of the activities available with membership, the Association also supports various Clubs and Committees.
Lake Parsippany is home of the New Jersey Dragon Boat Club. Dotting of the eye is an annual ritual of the New Jersey Dragon Boat Club during the open house day. 2018 marks the 18th year in which the NJ Dragon Boat Club has been at Lake Parsippany.
NJ’s 1st dragon boat club, started with a recreational crew, added a competitive crew and then a junior crew since their first visit to the Boat House.
Placing pink roses in Lake Parsippany in support of Woman’s Breast Cancer Awareness
This ancient Chinese Eye Dotting ceremony, “The Awakening of The Dragons,” features local and visiting dignitaries painting red dots on the eyes of the ceremonial dragon boat figure heads to officially “wake” them up.
Mayor Michael Soriano “dotting the eye of the dragon.” Dotting of the eye is an annual ritual of the New Jersey Dragon Boat Club.
Hoffman Beach opens up full time for the summer starting Friday, June 22. From now until then the beach is open Saturday from 11:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. and Sunday from 12:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
For more information on Lake Parsippany, click here.
Parsippany Volunteer Ambulance: Andrew Cornwallis and Chief Christopher MillerBoy Scout Pack 142The Garden ClubPatrolman Remo D’Alessandro and Brian Conover distributing literature from the Parsippany-Troy Hills Police DepartmentLake Parsippany Ladies ClubLake Parsippany Book ClubBach to RockVolunteer Firefighters Wanted!Parsippany residents JoAnn Stankard and Tommy Stankard strolling through the flea market at Lake Parsippany Open HouseParsippany CERTSonia was just adopted from Wise Animal Rescue. Tyler Cloutier, Rebecca Hruby, Sonia, Lori Wink and Jennifer QuickLake Parsippany Fishing ClubBoats on the lakeChildren playing in the sand
PARSIPPANY — Adam Paul Giovanelli received the 2018 Scholarship Award from Parsippany Area Chamber of Commerce during the Senior Awards Ceremony held on Monday, June 4.
Upon graduation on June 21, Adam will be attending Rutgers University majoring in Economics and Finance. Adam has an overall GPA of 4.4234.
During Adam’s high school years, he had the benefit of numerous opportunities that have led him to his ultimate success. As a student, he has shown a strong dedication to his academic career by complementing it with involvement in many co-curricular activities at Parsippany Hills High School has to offer. These opportunities have been the vehicle that has fostered Adam’s values as a student and as a person.
During his high school years, Adam was State Vice President, Chapter President, Chapter Secretary of Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA). He was also State Competitor/State Delegate: First in New Jersey: Accounting and Restaurant Virtual Business Competition; State Competition; Personal Finance and Financial Consulting; second in Core BA Exam.
Adam has also taught financial literacy to elementary school students during the High School Heroes Program.
Presenting the Scholarship was Board Member and Scholarship Committee Chairman Nicolas Limanov and Executive Board Member Frank Cahill.
PACC is a service organization for businesses, merchants, residents, and volunteers that provides education, information, and networking opportunities to the Parsippany Area. Parsippany Area Chamber of Commerce works with our local and county governments and stand ready to pursue any matter that can make our community a better place in which to live, conduct business, and make a living. They promote a healthy and more prosperous economic climate.
PARSIPPANY — Parsippany High School presented the Eighth Annual anti-drunk driving assembly program to the seniors, in the school’s auditorium and outside parking lot on Thursday, May 31, warning the students about drinking and driving especially during Prom season. Six seniors were actors involved in a two car accident where seniors were drinking and driving. The actors were Kyra Reich, Olivia Leon, Tarik Ayaz and Shobin Mannapuran.
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PARSIPPANY — The Hawk Eye Awards recognize the extraordinary efforts of the students, staff and parents of Parsippany High School that make a difference in their school and the community.
To the Native Americans, the hawk was a symbol of strength, vision, and truth. The hawk had keen eyesight which it used to open the eyes of others. The hawk was the great messenger of the skies. It soared with the power to overcome difficult situations and helped others to achieve great victory. We are looking to recognize the modern-day Redhawks with the greatest vision and strength- those parents, staff and students who, like the Native American hawks of the past, see a bigger picture and do everything in their power to make it clearer for the rest of us. These “Hawk Eyes” lift others up through their words, actions and values, and as a result, Parsippany and PHS is an even better place to live, learn and grow.
Each year, PHS will recognize students, teachers or parents for going the extra mile to make a difference in our school or community.
Parsippany High School presented the 2018 Hawkeye Award Winners on Saturday, June 2. This years winners are:
Staff: Mrs. Engfer, Mrs. Muheisen and Mr. Miller
Parents: Cindy LoPresti and Pete Lanigan
Students: Khalid Alzubi and Sarah DiPippa.
Thanks for all you do to make Par High such an incredible place.
PARSIPPANY — Missy is a 13.5-year-old Maltipoo! Don’t let her age fool you, Missy can easily hang with the younger crowd! She is very loving and sweet. She has a laid back disposition and is happiest when cuddling with you!
She enjoys going on short walks around the neighborhood. She walks fantastic on a leash! Missy is very well behaved and eager to please! She is fully housebroken and not destructive when left alone.
Missy does wonderful with other dogs and would be fine in a home with cats! She is currently being fostered with a 7-year old dog and they play and nap together! Because Missy would prefer a home on the quieter side, it would be best she goes home with kids above the age of 13.
Missy enjoys being in people’s company and never asks for much besides one’s love and affection. She is an amazing dog who deserves nothing but the best for the remainder of her golden years!
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Missy is a 13.5-year-old Maltipoo! Don’t let her age fool you, Missy can easily hang with the younger crowd!
PARSIPPANY — The Parsippany-Troy Hills Council Meeting scheduled for Tuesday, June 12 has been rescheduled to Wednesday, June 13 starting at 7:30 p.m.
In addition, the third session for Budget Hearings has been scheduled for Wednesday, June 13 from 5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Both meetings will be held at the Parsippany-Troy Hills Municipal Building, 1001 Parsippany Boulevard.
The public is invited to attend all meetings. A portion of each meeting will be set aside for public comment. Formal action may or may not be taken at all scheduled meetings.
Any individual who is a qualified disabled person under the American with Disabilities Act may request auxiliary aids such as a sign interpreter or a tape recorder to be used for a meeting. Auxiliary aids must be requested at least 72 hours prior to the meeting. Please call (973) 263-4357 to make a request for an auxiliary aid.