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North Rockland High School senior and teacher stand together during the NRTA Scholarship Tea.
Students Honor Influential Teachers at NRTA Scholarship Tea

What teacher made the biggest impact on your life?


Recently, North Rockland celebrated the NRTA Scholarship Tea, one of the most emotional and inspiring nights of the year. Seniors earned scholarships by writing an essay that honored the teachers who changed their lives through heartfelt essays, surprise tributes, and unforgettable moments of gratitude.


Congratulations to this year’s scholarship recipients and honored educators:

  • Lucas Vargas - Sharon Joye (retired)
  • Emersen Armida - Jeanne Maguire, NRHS
  • Kayla Alvarez -Jennifer McSharar, NRHS
  • Bryan De La Cruz Santos - Sharon Joye
  • Thomas Cahill - Kevin Bredberg, NRHS
  • Jessie Strieter - Fawn Fleissig 
  • Landon Cupoli - Mrs. Interlandi, NRHS
  • Sean Whelan - Joanne Tonkin (retired)
  • Kelsey McCalla - Maureen Murphy (retired)
  • Acadia Scanlon - Paul Krogslund, NRHS
  • Amelie Barron - Margaret Hudson, NRHS
  • Precious Rose - Sherry McGill, NRHS

There were plenty of smiles, tears, and standing ovations as students thanked the educators who helped shape their journey. 
 

North Rockland High School senior and teacher embrace during the NRTA Scholarship Tea.
North Rockland High School senior and teacher embrace during the NRTA Scholarship Tea.
North Rockland High School senior Acadia Scanlon stands with teacher Paul Krogslund during the NRTA Scholarship Tea.
North Rockland High School senior and teacher stand together during the NRTA Scholarship Tea.
North Rockland High School senior Lucas Vargas stands with retired educator Sharon Joye during the NRTA Scholarship Tea.
North Rockland High School senior Thomas Cahill stands with teacher Kevin Bredberg during the NRTA Scholarship Tea.
North Rockland High School senior Landon Cupoli stands with teacher Mrs. Interlandi during the NRTA Scholarship Tea.
North Rockland High School senior smiles during the NRTA Scholarship Tea.