Vineland's Nursery honors scholarship recipients including Ethan Konowitz and Nicholas Dromboski

The Northern Burlington County Regional School District celebrated its 2025 Senior Awards on June 24, honoring outstanding students and commemorating community heroes. Among the highlights was the presentation of the $1,000 Heroes of 10/12/2001 scholarship to Ethan Konowitz, recognizing the bravery of emergency personnel during a tragic event in 2001.

In a poignant moment, the Samuel C. Irvin scholarship, also valued at $1,000, was awarded to Nicholas Dromboski. This scholarship honors Patrolman Samuel C. Irvin, a beloved member of the Mansfield Township Police Department who passed away unexpectedly in July 2023. His legacy as a dedicated athlete and community servant continues to inspire.

The ceremony also featured numerous other scholarships, including the Burlington County Association of School Administrators scholarship awarded to Autumn Taylor for her academic excellence and integrity. Ryan Platt received the Burlington County Association of School Business Officials Scholarship, while Chesterfield Elementary School PTA Scholarships were awarded to Tyler Wilson and Emani Pierre for their leadership and community service.

Additional awards included the Columbus Greens Number 58 award for Frederick Gooden, the Donna J. Van Belthuisson Memorial Scholarships to Arasha Raduwanchi and Karina Harrison, and the Kelly Ann Maxwell Overcoming Hardship Award to Matthew Sprague, among many others.

The event underscored the importance of community support in education, with various local organizations contributing to the scholarships. As the district looks ahead, it remains committed to fostering academic success and community involvement among its students.