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ANTHONY S. CACCIOLA SCHOLARSHIP
Presented by the Cacciola Family
Anthony S. Cacciola was born on November 22, 1933. He was a graduate of Immaculate Conception School, Stepinac High School and Alfred University. He was also a veteran of the Korean War. Anthony was a lifelong resident of the Village of Tuckahoe. He and his wife Marie had 5 children, all graduates of Eastchester High School. Anthony was a Trustee for the Village of Tuckahoe. He also served the Village as Director of Urban Renewal, Superintendent of Public Works and as a Commissioner on the Tuckahoe Housing Authority. His love and dedication for the Village of Tuckahoe was only surpassed by the love he had for his family. He took pride in his civic duty and would help the Village of Tuckahoe in any capacity to the benefit of all the residents.
His favorite hobby was golf. As a young boy, he would caddy at Leewood Country Club. As he grew older, he developed a love for the game and became an outstanding golfer.
Based upon our father’s love for his community and the game of golf, the Cacciola Family wishes to honor an Eastchester High School athlete who has shown a dedication to their community, school and team.
PETRESCU/MAFFETTONE SCHOLARSHIP AWARD
Presented by Dr. Sara-Jeanine Petrescu and Biagio Maffettone
Dr. Sara-Jeanine Petrescu and Biagio Maffettone are proud residents of Eastchester who would like to award this scholarship to an athlete in recognition of excelling both academically and scholastically.
Sara-Jeanine and Biagio, who both earned postgraduate degrees, appreciate all the hard work and determination it takes to balance and excel in both school and sport. Sara-Jeanine, an alumnus of EHS, participated in numerous sports throughout her educational career and was awarded a soccer scholarship to college, while maintaining a high GPA throughout. Biagio excelled both academically and athletically in both high school and at Boston College.
This scholarship is awarded to its recipient who excels both on the field and in the classroom. We wish to congratulate him/her on such a great accomplishment and to encourage him/her to continue to work hard for a lifetime of success.
JILL ANN NOWAK SCHOLARSHIP
Presented by Eastchester Eagles Sports Club
Jill Ann Nowak was a youthful example of a scholar-athlete, full of spirit and enthusiasm.
Jill participated in many sports, such as softball, gymnastics and soccer prior to her death in August 1986, shortly after graduating from Greenvale Elementary School. She also had a special passion for dance, art and creative writing.
This scholarship is presented by the Sports Club in Jill’s memory to athletes who have shown spirit and enthusiasm.