Evelyn Winters

Aaron ParowHARRISVILLE - The 2023 valedictorian and salutatorian at Harrisville Central School have been named.

The valedictorian is Evelyn Winters, daughter of Matt Winters and Liza Atkinson, Harrisville. She has earned the highest academic award of Valedictorian, for the class of 2023. Evelyn plans to attend SUNY Oneonta in the fall for their theater program. Evelyn has participated in numerous musical and theater events since her sixth grade year at HCS.

At graduation, Evelyn will receive a Regents Diploma with Advanced Designation, as her seven semester academic average is 94.7. She will have nine dual enrollment credits through North Country Community College in Pre-calculus, US History and English Composition. She will also have three college credits through Jefferson Community College in Drawing and Painting.

Evelyn has always been active in a variety of school extracurriculars. Evelyn’s most meaningful activity has been playing on the varsity girls’ soccer team. She enjoys working as a team and the feeling of family and support that the team provides. She is also a four-year member of the high school chorus and has taken part in many NYSSMA solos. She is a former member of the National Junior Honor Society and is currently the Service Chair of the Bonaparte Chapter of the National Honor Society. Evelyn was also a finalist for the Student Space Exploration Program.

Evelyn worked at HCS as part of the summer youth program, she helped with maintenance and cleaning throughout the school. Evelyn was also a huge help with decorating for various elementary events. Her artistic and creative nature made her an asset to her school and her community.

Evelyn’s honors include: National Honor Society, Harrisville Central School Academic Letters and High Honor Roll, Clarkson University Achievement Award, Elmira College Key Award, Rochester Institute of Technology Innovation and Creativity Award, St. Lawrence University Augsbury Scholar Award, St. Bonaventure University Bonnie Scholarship, Keuka College George H. Ball Award, Sage College’s Student Scholar Award and WWNY TV 7 Academic All-Star. Evelyn will also receive the Dean’s Scholarship from Oneonta for her exceptional academics.

Evelyn’s advice for students of HCS: “No matter what anybody says, follow your dreams.”

The salutatorian is Aaron Parow, son of Shelly and Adam Carr of Harrisville, and Carl Parow and Erin Jackson of Poland. Parow has earned the second highest academic award of Salutatorian, for the class of 2023. Aaron plans to attend SUNY Canton and obtain a 4-year bachelor's degree in Forensic Criminology.

Aaron’s academic grade point average for seven semesters is 93.2 and he will receive a Regents Diploma with Advanced Designation at graduation in June. Aaron will receive nine dual enrollment credits through North Country Community College in US History, English Composition, and Pre-Calculus.

Aaron has been active in many school groups and sports. He is a HCS three sport athlete, was the captain of his soccer team, and received Athlete of Distinction due to his strong ability in keeping high academics while playing multiple sports. He is a former member of the National Junior Honor Society and is currently the Induction Chair of the Bonaparte Chapter of the National Honor Society. He has been a member of the High School Band and High School Chorus. Aaron is also the President of the Youth Advisory Council (YAC), as well as President of his class.

Aaron has participated in multiple community service events. His most memorable would be purchasing food for the BackPack program offered here at HCS. He also enjoyed assisting with the set up and functioning of the Blood Drives offered at the school, as well as donating blood himself.

Aaron’s honors include: National Honor Society, Harrisville Central School Academic Letters and High Honor Roll, Clarkson University Leadership Award, Elmira College Key Award, Rochester Institute of Technology Innovation and Creativity Medal, St. Bonaventure University Reilly Scholar Award, and The Keuka College George H. Ball Award

Aaron’s advice to future HCS students is: “Work hard, keep your head up and don’t let others bring you down.”