STUDENT LIFE: UPPER SCHOOL & SENIOR AWARDS

Top Scholar Award: Given to that student in each grade who achieves the highest grade point average for the year.

Players Awards: Given annually for outstanding contributions in acting and stage crew.

John W. Peel '38 Writing Award: Given annually for quality of written expression.

Scholar-Athlete Awards: Given annually to one boy and one girl who have earned a cumulative total of three or more varsity letters, at least one of which must be earned during that year, and achieving year-end Academic Honors. Of those eligible, the awards are given to that boy and girl with the highest scholastic average for that year.

Top Athlete Award: Awarded to a boy and girl in each grade for combined achievement and sportsmanship in physical education.

Alumni Merit Awards: Given annually by the Alumni Association to two students in recognition of outstanding overall contributions to the life of the Academy, and demonstration of high character and seriousness of purpose.

Carl E. Haugen Memorial Scholarship: Given annually to that student who combines financial need with outstanding effort and contribution to school life.

Stephen J. and Jessica R. Botsford Grant: Given annually to a students who is qualified, most deserving, and is in need of financial assistance.

Dr. Reuben Greenberg and Lillian M. Greenberg Memorial Scholarship: Granted annually to two worthy students.

The Honorable Francis H. and Dianne M. Powers Award for Excellence in the Sciences and Community Service: Given to a student who has demonstrated outstanding ability in the sciences or technology by strong academic achievement throughout Grade 11 science or technology courses, and a demonstrated and significant commitment to community service.

Lynne Robbins Steinman Award: Given annually for outstanding dedication to the study and appreciation of music and art.

Brown University Book Award: Given to a Grade 11 student for outstanding achievement in English.

Senior Awards
Athletic Medal: Presented to the outstanding girl athlete in the senior class.

Mills Memorial Medal: Presented to the outstanding boy athlete in the senior class

Academic Medals: Given to that senior who has demonstrated the highest proficiency in a particular subject.

Dr. Albert L. Patrick Award: Presented by the Staten Island Academy Board of Trustees for exceptional dedication and interest in science exhibited by academic achievement and extra-curricular activities.

The Richard E. Diamond Award for Journalism: Awarded to the senior for consistently outstanding accomplishment as a member of the Quill staff.

The Jack J. Boies Award: Established by the Board of Trustees in memory of Dr. Jack J. Boies, former trustee and parent of four Academy graduates, presented to the senior whose interest, participation, and commitment have contributed most significantly to the dramatics program at the school.

Trustees' Medal: Awarded to that senior who has maintained the highest scholastic average during high school.

J. Steven Bean Faculty Award: Awarded for the greatest improvement in academic achievement during the four Upper School years.

Robert Crooks Stanley Citizenship Award: Awarded for an "outstanding sense of responsibility, steadfast loyalty and most cooperative spirit." Nominated by the Student Advisory Council and selected by faculty.

The Virginia T. Kearns '36 Award for Outstanding Service: For outstanding service to the school community.

Head's Medal: Awarded to the senior whose overall efforts, contributions, and accomplishments have marked him or her as the outstanding leader in the class.

Dr. Reuben Greenberg and Lillian M. Greenberg Award: Granted annually to a worthy student in the graduating class.

Borough President's Annual Achievement Award: Recognizes the highest quality of academic excellence, community service and school leadership.