East Rockaway seniors earn $51,000 in scholarships at awards night

Posted Friday, July 10, 2026 10:22 am

A student photographs a peer receiving an award.

Photos courtesy of East Rockaway Union Free School District

More than $51,000 in scholarships and awards were presented to East Rockaway High School seniors during the annual Senior Awards Night on June 15.

Faculty, community organizations and memorial scholarship funds awarded more than $51,000 to graduating seniors during East Rockaway High School’s Senior Awards Night.

Graduating seniors were recognized with more than $51,000 in scholarships during East Rockaway High School’s Senior Awards Night, held ahead of commencement.

East Rockaway High School’s Class of 2026 received more than $51,000 in scholarships during Senior Awards Night, recognizing students’ academic achievements and future goals.

Faculty, staff and representatives from donating organizations offered heartfelt reflections on the seniors’ character, accomplishments and futures.

By Kayla Dechter

East Rockaway High School’s Class of 2026 was recognized for its academic achievements and future plans during Senior Awards Night on June 15.

Held in the high school auditorium, the annual ceremony honored graduating seniors with scholarships and awards presented by faculty, staff and representatives of local organizations and memorial funds. Director of Guidance John Madden hosted the evening, as presenters recognized students for their accomplishments, leadership and contributions throughout their high school careers.

By the conclusion of the ceremony, more than $51,000 in scholarships had been awarded to members of the Class of 2026 through the generosity of community organizations, foundations and memorial scholarships.

Family members and friends filled the auditorium to celebrate the graduates ahead of commencement, which was scheduled for the following week. Organizers closed the evening by reminding students that they will always remain part of the East Rockaway school community with the message, “Once a Rock, always a Rock. Now go out and make us proud.”

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