SeaComm Federal Credit Union recently awarded fifteen students with the Shirley J. Eagles Memorial Scholarships. Congratulations to Willsboro resident Lilly Nolette; also to Brenna Woods, Indiana Snell, Luke Boyle, and Emma French of Potsdam; Cameron Tracy of Chateaugay; Emily Lantry of Massena; Grace Felix of North Lawrence; Dawson Scharf and Benjamin Schack-Sehlmeyer of Malone; Emily Collins of Parishville; Erin Stickney of Norwood; Marissa Hawkins of Madrid; Kai Vebber of Colton; and Eli Russell from Brushton. Each student received a $500 scholarship.

Lilly Nolette, daughter of Alvin and Brandy Nolette of Willsboro, graduated from Willsboro Central School with an 87.62 grade point average. Throughout her high school career, Lilly worked with the Willsboro Youth Commission Summer Program, and volunteered in various community service activities as part of the National Honor Society. Her passion for art and artistic expression has motivated her to pursue a career in Interior Design. Come fall, she will be studying Business and Interior Design at Russell Sage College in Albany.

Brenna Woods, daughter of Teresa and Jeffrey Woods of Potsdam, graduated from Parishville-Hopkinton Central School, bringing an end to her high school career with a 93.66 grade point average. Brenna has spent her time volunteering with the National Honor Society highway cleanup, participating in school fundraisers, and working as a counselor for the Town of Parishville Recreation department. Her passion for sports has taught her the importance of teamwork and perseverance. Brenna has been accepted to SUNY Canton where she will study to become a physical therapy assistant.

Indiana Snell, daughter of Jonathan and Stephanie Snell of Potsdam, is a graduate of Parishville-Hopkinton Central School with a grade point average of 91.11. During her high school career, Indiana volunteered for several community events and was a member of the Varsity Softball team. It is her love of the sport that gives her the confidence to succeed. Indiana has been accepted to Clarkson University for the fall 2020 semester, where she will study Business and Social Work.

Luke Boyle, son of Joseph and Catherine Boyle of Potsdam, completed his senior year with a 4.00-weighted grade point average. In addition to working a part-time job, Luke spent time volunteering with the Upward Sports Youth Basketball Program. Luke will be attending SUNY Potsdam in the fall 2020 semester, where he will pursue a degree in Business Administration.

Emma French, daughter of Thomas and Carrie French of Potsdam, is a graduate of Potsdam High School with a grade point average of 94.65. While attending school, Emma participated in Speech & Debate, Artistic Congress, Drama Club, Jazz Band, and more. Emma was her Class President, a member of the National Honor Society, and spent many hours volunteering for charities in her community. Emma will attend Boston University come fall, which she will major in Communications with a focus on Film, Sound Engineering, and Screenwriting.

Cameron Tracy, son of Katie Jarvis of Chateaugay, graduated from Chateaugay Central School with a grade point average of 85.77. Cameron spent time volunteering for Biddy Basketball, and was a member of the Varsity Basketball team. His passion for the sport earned him the prestigious Betty Ahlfeld Memorial Award. Cameron will be attending North Country Community College in fall 2020, where he will enroll in the Environmental Studies program.

Emily Lantry is the daughter of Scott and Sharlene Lantry of Massena, and a graduate of Brasher Falls Central School. Emily concluded her high school education with a grade point average of 92.66. Emily’s academic achievements have earned her the Bausch and Lomb Honorary Science Award, the Rensselaer Medal Award from the Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, and placement in the National Honor Society. Emily will attend SUNY Cortland come fall 2020, where she will study Biological and Veterinary Science.

Grace Felix, daughter of Alice and Wade Felix of North Lawrence, graduated from Brasher Falls Central School with a grade point average of 95.53. In addition to working a part-time job, Grace volunteered with the Gabriel Project in Brasher Falls. Grace will be attending SUNY Plattsburgh in the fall, where she will pursue a degree in Nursing.

Dawson Scharf is the son of Lisa Scharf of Malone. Dawson graduated from Franklin Academy with an 85.64 grade point average. Dawson was an avid volunteer for numerous community organizations, including the Adopt a Highway program and Habitat for Humanity. He was also a certified Lifeguard and All-Star Baseball player. Dawson will be attending Palm Beach Atlantic University in fall 2020, where he will major in Elementary Education.

Benjamin Schack-Sehlmeyer is the son of Amy and Kenneth Schack-Sehlmeyer of Malone. Benjamin graduated from Franklin Academy with a grade point average of 95.49. He was inducted into the National Honor Society for his academic achievements, and spent time volunteering for numerous club fundraisers throughout his high school career. Benjamin has been accepted to Clarkson University, with plans to study Civil Engineering come fall 2020.

Emily Collins, daughter of Kelly Snell of Parishville, completed her senior year at Parishville-Hopkinton Central School with a 94.04 grade point average. Emily was a member of the Select Choir, a participant in the school musical, and was the Section X Athlete of Distinction. Emily will be attending SUNY Potsdam in the fall 2020 semester, where she will study secondary education.

Erin Stickney, daughter of Ron and Terry Stickney of Norwood, is a graduate of Norwood-Norfolk Central School with a grade point average of 91. During her high school career, Erin volunteered with the National Honor Society for numerous community events, and was a member of the Norwood-Norfolk Key Club. Erin has been accepted to St. Lawrence University for the fall 2020 semester, where she will study Art Education.

Marissa Hawkins, daughter of Stacey Hawkins of Madrid, graduated from Madrid-Waddington Central School, bringing an end to her high school career with an 86.65 grade point average. Marissa has spent her time volunteering for the Lights on the River organization and playing for the Varsity Volleyball team. Marissa has been accepted to Keuka College for the fall 2020 semester.

Kai Vebber, son of Wendi Provost of Colton, completed his senior year at Colton-Pierrepont Central School with a 91.27 grade point average. During his high school career, Kai volunteered to help construct a local veteran’s memorial, and his academic achievements placed him on the High Honor Roll. Kai will be attending SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry in the fall 2020 semester, where he will study Forest Resources Management.

Eli Russell is the son of John and Patty Russell of Brushton. Eli graduated from Brushton-Moira Central School with an 88.43 grade point average. Eli was part of the National Honor Society, and a member of the Class of 2020 Student Council. He was active in many sports, including Varsity Soccer for which he received the Sportsmanship Award for his fair play and integrity. Eli will be attending North Country Community College in fall 2020, where he will pursue a degree in Criminal Justice.

The SeaComm Shirley J. Eagles scholarships are awarded each year to college bound students in memory of long time SeaComm employee Shirley Eagles, who lost her life in a tragic car accident in 2004. Winners are selected based on a wide variety of criteria including academics, volunteer service, scholastic awards, and financial need. The entire SeaComm family is very proud of the 2020 award winners.