Cloudy skies
didn’t dampen
PSA graduates'
mood
The cloudy skies and threat of rain may have changed the setting for Putnam Science Academy’s graduation ceremony, but it did not dampen the mood.
Surrounded by family and friends, 56 students representing 18 countries from around the world were presented their diplomas on May 18 with all the thrills and frills. Originally slated to be held outside at Rotary Park, the ceremony was instead moved inside to the on-campus gym because of the inclement weather.
Tyler Hansen, a native of Denmark and member of PSA’s Elite basketball team, was the class valedictorian. Christian Chu of China was the salutatorian. The ceremony also included a beautiful cello performance by senior Xinyi Jiao, the initial member of PSA’s budding music program.
The following awards were presented as well: Outstanding Artist (Skylar Steele); Outstanding Author (Lachie Quate); Most Improved Student-Athlete (Vlad Vetrov); Integrity Ward, given to the student who personifies high ethics, the good practices of friendship and responsibilities, and overall outstanding moral character (Vuki Jere); Ace Award, given to the student who has shown consistency in attitude towards athletics and school, a cooperative spirit and excellence in effort (Helin Yoztyurk); Young Leader Award, given to the student who has shown commitment toward helping foster a positive atmosphere at Putnam Science Academy by being a role model for peers (Jerry Da); Diversity Award, given to the student who sets the tone for an inclusive environment for all students. (Oswin Erhunmwunse); and the distinguished Head of School Award, given to the student who is recognized as a well-rounded individual in the areas of academic achievement, character traits, passion for learning, and the pursuit of excellence. (Leandro Romagnoli).
Jeff Jacobs, a former and well-decorated newspaper columnist whose son attended PSA in 2016-17, was the Keynote Speaker.
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Clockwise from top left:
Mike Bohanan of Woodstock gives son Levie, 2, a very fine view, indeed.
Dan Kelley, fifth-generation owner of Blackmer Farms
New co-managers, from left, Samantha Gatzke and Cassie Ball stand next to former manager Emily Barnes.
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Dottie and Rotarian Woody Durst man the poker tent
The Rawson team
Putnam Rotary golf
tourney raises $30,000+
PUTNAM — The weather couldn’t have been more perfect — for fun and fund-raising.
The Putnam Rotary Club’s annual Ronald P. Coderre Golf Tournament raised more than $30,000 for scholarships and more.
Co-chair Shawn McNerney said 32 teams took part.
The winners were: First place: The RE/MAX Bell Park Realty Team - Brendan Meehan, Jared Meehan, Mike Meehan and Courtney Ravenelle
Second place: The Inn at Woodstock Hill – Doug Woodward, Jeff Ives, Chris Brock and Randy Dumas
Third place: Weiss, Hale and Zahansky Strategic Wealth Advisors – Doug May, Chris Katralis, Herb Hermann and Eric Whittenberg
“Middle of The Pack” award: Charter Oak Federal Credit Union – Brian Orenstein, Guy Henry, Greg Shetler and John Dolan
Closest to the Pin #7: John Dolan at 7 feet, 7 inches
Closest to the Pin #11: Harold Sparrow at 4 feet, 9 inches
Poker Contest: Steve Bordua
Jonathan Tremblay is the co-chair.
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Fishing Derby
Pomfret's annual fishing derby saw a record number of kids. Courtesy photo.
POMFRET — The Pomfret Recreation Department held its annual fishing derby June 2 and saw its biggest turnout yet with well over 50 people in attendance at the Pomfret Rod & Game Club.
Winners included:
5 & 6 year old biggest fish:
Skyla Wright
7 & 8 year old biggest fish:
Greysen Wright
9 - 11 year old biggest fish:
August Bennett
12-15 year old biggest fish:
Caleb Aubertine
5 & 6 casting contest:
Averi Beaupre
7 & 8 casting contest:
Eoin DeCarli
9 - 11 casting contest:
Aubree Bennett
12 - 15 casting contest:
Jacob Fulton
Smallest Fish Overall:
Fiona McMann
Most Fish Overall: Clayton Pike
Guess How Many Fish in the Jar:
Henry Howdle
Tagged fish winners include:
Clayton Pike, Hazel Thurlow, Skyla Wright, Greyson Wright, Isaac Waddicor, Isaac Woods.
Recreation Director Carrie Wolfe thanked the Recreation Commission members who volunteered to help and all the local businesses that donated to this great community event. The Natchaug River Young Marines were on hand to help out and weight the caught fish.
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