Recipient: Amelia Kimmel; Presenter: Lois Marsh

Given to a student accepted into at least a two-year program at a college or university in the field of environmental studies, and who has shown responsibility and respect for school, self, and the environment throughout high school.

Recipient: Ashley Feely, Presenter: Lois Marsh

Given for the highest class average for the French III class

Recipient: Wes Morrell, Presenters: Emily Stephenson and Naomi Mosman

Given to a senior who is pursuing a field in a  building trade or engineering profession and has demonstrated community involvement

Recipient: Gabrielle Sick; Presenters: Brady Dean and Mackenzie Pickard

Given to a senior going into a fitness field that would also incorporate people with special needs and/or disabilities

Recipient: Hunter Trischler; Presenter: Jennifer Billotte

Given to a student from the township of Wayland with the highest average entering Alfred State College.

Recipient: Lillian Downs; Presenters Gerry Kurtz and Julie Kurtz

Given to a senor who participated in the Life Skills Program

Recipients: Landen McCarthy and Alyssa Nowak; Presenter: John Quinlan

Given to a students who are continuing their education and who are overachiever in their other studies. These individuals also demonstrates willingness to help others in need.

Recipient: Amelia Kimmel; Presenters: Jim and Linda Brewer

Given to a senior from the township of Springwater, who is furthering their education

Recipients: Cadence Ames and Gabrielle Sick; Presenter: Tom Robbins

To deserving seniors who participated in the Wayland Youth Softball Program and will be going on to college to further their education.

Recipients: Charles Feinman and Issac Mehlenbacher; Presenter: Tom Hober

The recipient of this award is a senior baseball player who displays the characteristics of leadership, sportsmanship, dedication, effort, self-confidence, and selflessness. These characteristics are essential for success beyond the diamond. 

Recipients: Courtney Goodwin, Morgan Gunderson, Madyson Pickard, Makayla Rizzieri, Gabrielle Sick and Hunter Trischler; Presented by Kathy Gray

Given by the WCESP to graduation seniors randomly chosen based on their knowledge of WCCS. 

Recipients: Catherine Carney; Presented by John Landino

To seniors pursuing a career related to small business or history

Recipient: Charles Feinman; Presented by Joanne Bennett and Samantha Bennett

To a senior who has demonstrated a significant interest and academic excellence in Earth Science, Living Environment, Chemistry and Physics, and has contributed in a positive manner to the classroom environment.

Recipient: Anna Ammarell and Pearl Walker; Presented by Treva Walker

Given to students outstanding in drama productions

Recipient: Gabrielle Sick; Presented by Dave Kuhn

Awarded to a senior, who has demonstrated high academic standards and who plans on continuing their education, joining the armed forces or joining the workforce following graduation

Recipient: Elizabeth Eddy; Presented by Dave Kuhn

For a graduating senior who is in good academic standing and has the potential of success in his or her course of studies, has been involved in school activities and must have been accepted to a two or four-year college or university

Recipient: Gabrielle Guido; Presented by Julee Acomb

This award is given in memory of Allie Vose who was an enthusiastic art student who dedicated countless hours helping the Art Department to prepare for art shows. The student selected to receive this award has also selflessly donated many hours of service to the Art Program 

Recipient: Wes Morrell; Presented by Julee Acomb

Given to graduating seniors who are furthering their education and who have a positive outlook and determination to succeed like Bret.

Recipient: Gabrielle Sick; Presented by Julie Martin and Matt Bondgren

To a senior female Athlete in good standing who participated in the soccer program throughout their high school years. Must have been accepted into at least a two-year program at a college or university or be enlisted into a branch of the U.S. Military.

Recipient: Cheyanne Youngs; Prsented by Julie Martin and Matt Bondgren

Given to a senior female soccer player who has been a hard-working, dedicated team member. She does not have to be the MVP or star, but someone who has been a pleasure to work with and has gained the respect of her peers and faculty.

Recipient: Gabrielle Sick; Presented by Julie Martin and Matt Bondgren

A senior female soccer player who has worked hard for the team, was a pleasure to coach and has the respect of her peers

Recipient: Anna Ammarell; Presented by Theresa Carhart

Given to a senior who has actively participated in service projects at school, int he community and beyond during their high school career. 

Recipient: Madyson Pickard; Presenter: Theresa Carhart

Given to a senior who has demonstrate the will to keep working toward a goal in spite of adversity.

Recipient: Marah Root: Presenter: Theresa Carhart

Given in memory of Robert J. Hughes, former teacher, principal and director of students services, to a student pursuing a career in education, social work, or psychology, who best demonstrates empathy, kindness and altruism.

Recipient: Charles Feinman: Presented by Kathy Wolcott

To a senior who best exemplifies the work ethic, positive attitude, loyalty and leader mentality of its namesake, Jason Coates

Recipient: Aria Burto; Resented by Kathy Wolcott

This award is given in memory of Allie Vose. The student selected for this award is a promising art student who is continuing his or her education in the art field. 

Recipient: Claire Donlon; Presented by Kathy Wolcott

To a deserving senior going on to higher education

Recipient: Wes Morrell; Presented by Kathy Wolcott

On behalf of Wayland Solar Center, this scholarship is given to a graduating senior interested in a post-secondary program in renewable energy or the trades.

Recipient: Charlotte Coats, Presented by Bob Toland

Given to the senior with the highest average in United States History and Government or AP United States History.

Recipient: Landen McCarthy; Presented by Bob Toland

Given to a student who is attending a school of higher learning next year and who best conveys the history of Lions Club International and the causes they support.

Recipient: Rachel Tant; Presented by Bob Toland

Given to a senior who plans to pursue a career in a vocational trade. Along with skills of the trade, the recipient possesses a positive attitude, a strong work ethic and job satisfaction.

Recipients: Elijah Currier, Ashley Feely, Charles Feinman, and Wes Morrell; Presented by Bob Toland

Students were selected using the State’s guidelines for class rank

Recipient: Pearl Walker; Presented by Joan York

Given to a graduating senior who is entering the field of education

Recipient: Gabrielle Sick; Presented by Joan York

To a senior entering college in the field of education

Recipients: Ashley Feely; Presented by Joan York

Awarded to Student Council members who have demonstrated positive attitude toward, involvement in, dedication and commitment to, as well as excellent work habits while in Student Council.

Recipient: Courtney Goodwin; Presented by Joan York

Given to a senior student who has demonstrated respect and appreciation for Veterans

Recipient: Amelia Kimmel; Presented by Joan York

Given in memory of the WCS-FFA which existed for over 35 years, to a deserving student pursuing a career in an agricultural-related field.

Recipients: Edwin Del Angel and Alyssa Nowak; Presented by Jennifer Quinlan

This award is given to students who have been entrusted with carrying on the legacy of care, community and fortitude in the face of adversity embodied by former Steuben County Sheriff Jack Lisi and the Jack Lisi Youth Award. 

Recipient: Cadence Ames; Presented by Jennifer Quinlan

Given to a kind, personable student who genuinely cares about others and who best answered the essay question, “When I leave the halls of WCCS, What do I want to be Remembered For?” 

Recipient: Reese Ferguson; Presented by Jennifer Quinlan

Given to an all-around good student

Recipient: Justin Schecter; Presenter: Jennifer Quinlan

Given to a senior who exemplifies creativity, drive and ambition in his or her everyday life.

Recipients: Claire Donlon and Hunter Trischler; Presented by Carie Van Auken

This award is for the outstanding mentors that showed dedication to both the Freshman Mentoring Program itself and, especially to their freshmen. They led by example and were instrumental in helping incoming freshmen find success transitioning into high school and becoming a part of our school community.

Recipient: Elijah Currier; Presented by Cari VanAuken

For her 12-page senior essay entitled, “The Wicked Truth About International Adoptions.”

Recipients: Haedon Cederholm and Tylar Francis; Presented by Carie VanAuken

To the two seniors (one male/one female) from Perkinsville who have made the greatest scholastic improvement

Recipient: Benjamin Canute; Presented by Carie VanAuken

Given to a business student who his well-deserving, always tries hard and is a pleasure to work with in class and has gained the respect of his or her peers and teachers.

Recipient: Landon Joseph; Presented by Carie Van Auken

Given to a senior who demonstrates safety and professionalism in their area of vocational expertise

Recipient: Wyatt Mastin; Presented by Alicia Hargrave

To a graduation senior who plans on attending a two or four-year college and participated in four years of track or soccer, was in good academic standing, a team player and maintained a positive attitude.

Recipient: Wes Morrell; Presented by Alicia Hargrave

Given to a senior from the township of Springwater with the highest grade point average in grades 10, 11 and 12. 

Recipient: Lakota Johnson; Presented by Alicia Hargrave

Given to an art student who has shown courage and bravery when defying the odds. Like Taylor, the recipient demonstrates determination and never gives up under the most dire circumstances; and encourages a smile even when it may be a struggle to do so. He or she is always an inspiration to others and has a positive attitude that extends to family, friends and peers.

Recipient: Charles Feinman; Presented by Alicia Hargrave

Given for the highest average for four years of mathematics

Recipient: Elizabeth Eddy; Presented by Alicia Hargrave

To a senior continuing his or her education in a field of health, medicine, nursing or dentistry

Recipient: Ethan Stiner; Presented by Geoffrey Hurley

This award recognizes the many accomplishments and personal merits of this senior

Recipients: Reese Ferguson in Memory of William H. Morgan, Wyatt Mastin in Memory of Florence A. Perkins, Joshua Nickels in Memory of Terry L. Finch; Presented by Geoffrey Hurley

To seniors from Springwater whose character displays integrity, thoughtfulness and community spirit.

Recipient: Charlotte Coats; Presented by Geoffrey Hurley

Given to the student with the highest class average for the English 11 REgents class and who has contributed in a positive manner to the classroom environment

Recipients: Claire Donlon, Ashley Feeley, Amelia Kimmel, Wes Morrell, and Madyson Pickard; Presented by Geoffrey Hurley

To a deserving student who demonstrates the desire to continue on to higher education

Recipient: Wyatt Mastin; Presdented by Geoffrey Hurley

Given to a graduating senior who has exhibited sincere caring for the class by outstanding participation in class activities and projects. 

Recipient: Wes Morrell, Prsented by Elaine Imhoff

Given to a deserving senior going on to higher education

Recipient: Eli Vosburg; Presented by Elaine Imhoff

To a senior from the township of Springwater entering college, based on potential for success, scholarship and need

Recipient: Elizabeth Eddy; Presented by Elaine Imhoff

Given to a deserving senior who plans to enter nursing or an Allied Health related profession.

Recipient: Jillian McIntyre; Presened by Elaine Imhoff

Given to a senior who is going into some branch of the medical profession and who has maintained at least an 80% gpa for all four years of high school, is of high moral character and has demonstrated service to our community.

Recipient: Jacob House; Presented by Elaine Imhoff

Given by the Wayland branch of the Five Star Bank to a student with the highest average for three yars of Regents math and who has positively contributed to the class

Recipient: Markus Brehm, Alexis Bush, Connor Mead, Paige Noble and Myles Schubert; Presented by Beth Gibbs

The CDC believes that a graduate who has earned a superior rank in their class should be recognized for their efforts. We wish to congratulate you for a job well done. 

Recipients: Claire Donlan, Charles Feinman, Wyatt Mastin, and Alyssa Nowak; Presented by Beth Gibbs

For individual senior presentations based on poise, appearance and articulation and whose essays showed creativity, insight and sincerity

Recipient: Zachary VanNorman; Presented by Beth Gibbs

Given by the Wayland American Legion Auxiliary to a senior pursuing a career in culinary arts or cosmetology and who enjoys helping others

Recipients: Ava Baker, Catherine Carney and Morgan Gunderson; Presented by Beth Gibbs

Given to an individual who was a former student Mrs. Kemp and is attending college to study in the medical and/or educational field.

Recipients: Charlotte Coats and Eli Vosburg; Presented by Jason Oliver

These students have shown tremendous growth over the course of their high school careers. Even under difficult circumstances, these students show resilience and strength. These students have continued to focus on their future and create their own success, no matter the barriers. Their growth over time is a great example of someone who can overcome and maintain a positive attitude. These students have worked hard to achieve academic and personal success, and I know will continue to grow. 

Recipients: Wyatt Mastin, Issac Mehlenbacher and Job Theobald; Presented by Jason Oliver

This award goes to a person who exemplifies strong character and moral integrity. This person lives a lifestyle of service, kindness toward others and strong leadership. This student is incredibly positive, hardworking and reliable. They make a daily decision to lead by example, often doing the hard work that can go unnoticed. This student continues to impress me with their bright optimism, their appreciation for others and their ability to lead.