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GIAA Scholarship Awards - August 2023

From left: John Paul Szczublewski, Kim Kalman, and Matthew Rizzo.

   The Grand Island Alumni Association is proud to announce two scholarship awards to Grand Island High School seniors for 2023. John Paul Szczublewski is going to RIT for engineering and Matthew Rizzo is going to Pitt for pharmacy. Congratulations!




Student Council Beautification Project Fundraiser - January 2023

The Grand Island Alumni Association made a $1,000 donation on Dec. 22 for the ongoing beautification project at the Grand Island High School main entrance. From left: Principal Hillary Kretz-Harvey, Student Council co-advisory MaryLis Rustowicz and Brodie Kaiser, and Student Council officers Anna Kurtzhalts (secretary) and Alex Schad (social media director) accepting a check from GIAA's Dick Crawford, Kim Kalman, and Jodi Robinson.

    A fundraising drive to pay for a beautification project at Grand Island High School’s main entrance has surpassed its $10,700 goal. Brodie Kaiser, co-advisor of Grand Island High School Student Council with MaryLis Rustowicz, said, "Our goal is to create a new entryway to our high school that represents the enthusiasm and school spirit that our students share at Grand Island High School. This will also be a display of the Viking pride shared throughout our entire Grand Island community, which will last for many years to come."
    Fundraising began in November. Kaiser believes the project "will not only embrace the pride of Grand Island, but it will also further enhance our positive school culture." In addition to running fundraisers, Student Council accepted donations from Grand Island High School graduates. On Dec. 22, alumni visited the school (on the last day of school before the blizzard and winter recess) to make check presentations. Student Council received $1,000 from the Grand Island Alumni Association, $5,000 from the Class of 2022, and $1,497 from the Class of 2021, putting the fund drive over the top in its $10,000+ goal.





GIAA Scholarship Winners - June 2022

From left: Caralyn Reynolds, Katelyn Giambra & Hayley Pizur.

   The Grand Island Alumni Association is proud to announce the Class of 2022 Scholarship winners. They are: Caralyn Reynolds, Katelyn Giambra & Hayley Pizur.





GIAA Scholarship Winners - August 2020

   

Left: Abby Blair; right: Sean Christian Rustowicz.

   The Grand Island Alumni Association is proud to announce the Class of 2020 Scholarship winners. They are: Abby Blair, Sean Christian Rustowicz and Gabby Bergstrom. Abby is attending Saint Anselm College in Manchester, New Hampshire, majoring in Environmental Science and playing on the women’s hockey team. Sean Christian is attending the University at Buffalo for Environmental Engineering. They each received a $500 award.





GIAA 2020 Comedy Show - February 2020

    The Grand Island Alumni Association 13th Annual Comedy Show will take place on Saturday, February 29th at Ellden's Grill at River Oaks. This year's comedians are Greg Owens, James Kurdziel & Jeff Arcuri. Tickets are $25 and are available at Platinum Sponsor Aceti's Wine & Spirits in Top's Plaza and Gold Sponsor deSignet Jewelry, 1869 Whitehaven Road. See
flyer.
    Grand Island alumni and business owners are asked to donate as sponsors, or prizes to the popular "Wine Raffle". Each year full bottles of wine are purchased with a chance to win a prize. At the very least you get a bottle of wine! If you would like to donate, contact richard.crawford.jr@gmail.com. Sponsor/donation letter.
    Thanks to our past year's sponsors: Platinum Sponsor Aceti's Wine & Spirits, Gold Sponsor George P. Ihle, State Farm Agent, Business Sponsors GIHS Class of 1977 and Island Ship Center. Prizes provided by deSignet Jewelry, Marco's Restaurant, Dana's Stylin Pets, Pizza Amore, Ellden's at River Oaks, Village Inn, Dick & Jenny's, Flower A Day, Aura Salon, Say Cheese, John's Pizza & Subs, Mallwitz's Island Lanes, Majestic Massage and the Kalman, Crawford, Lewis & Robinson families.






GI Alumni Association Scholarship Awards - July 2019

From left: Dick Crawford, William Soos, Melina Aceti, Trevor Samplinski and Kim Kalman.

    The Grand Island Alumni Association presented three $500 scholarships at Fisherman's Landing to three outstanding Grand Island High School graduates on Tuesday, July 23rd. William Soos is going to Christopher Newport University for Finance, Melina Aceti is enrolled at Daemen College for Physical Therapy and Trevor Samplinski is headed to U.B. for mechanical engineering. Congratulations!


GIAA 2019 Comedy Show

From left: Chuckie "O", Kim Aceti, Samantha Taylor, Dick Crawford, Kim Kalman, comediens Paul Venier, Allie Brady and Tony "P", Sam Aceti & Jodi Robinson.

    A SOLD OUT Grand Island Alumni Association 12th Annual Comedy Show was enjoyed by all on Saturday, January 26th. The event was held at Ellden's at River Oaks and was the "best show ever!" This year's show was dedicated to Julie Roth Neville, a GIHS graduate and Huth Road teacher, who lost her battle with cancer last fall. The 50/50 raffle was won by Steve & Tammy Bresee, who donated it to the Neville family. The GIAA is donating their half to the family also, for a total of $625. Proceeds from the event funds scholarships for GI high school seniors that best exemplify Viking spirit.
    Thanks to Platinum Sponsor Aceti's Wine & Spirits, Gold Sponsor George P. Ihle, State Farm Agent, Business Sponsors GIHS Class of 1977 and Island Ship Center. Prizes provided by deSignet Jewelry, Marco's Restaurant, Dana's Stylin Pets, Pizza Amore, Ellden's at River Oaks, Village Inn, Dick & Jenny's, Flower A Day, Aura Salon, Say Cheese, John's Pizza & Subs, Mallwitz's Island Lanes, Majestic Massage and the Kalman, Crawford, Lewis & Robinson families.





GIAA 2018 Scholarship Winners


From left Dick Crawford, Ruby Benz, Rosemarie Boyko and Kim Kalman.

    The Grand Island Alumni Association presented scholarships on Thursday, July 12th at Fisherman's Landing to Grand Island seniors. Ruby Benz is headed to R.I.T. to study mechanical engineering. Rosemarie Boyko is going to CUNY Queens College for pre-med. Arthur Meaney IV is going to U. of Mississippi to study business administration (pre-law). Congratulations to these well deserving Vikings. Each senior received a $500 check to help with expenses.


11th Annual Grand Island Alumni Comedy Show


    The 11th Annual Grand Island Alumni Association Comedy Night was held on Saturday, March 3rd at Ellden's Grill at River Oaks. A sold out crowd enjoyed the comedians and the raffle. All proceeds from the event go to scholarships for high school seniors. Over $15,000 has been awarded over the past 11 years.





GIAA 2017 Scholarship Winners


From left: Dick Crawford, Scholarship winners Sarah Swagler, MaryElizabeth Rustowicz, and Kim Kalman

   The Grand Island Alumni Association is pleased to announce this year's scholarship winners. They are Sarah Swagler attending Canisius College, MaryElizabeth Rustowicz attending Niagara University. Caleb Stallard was the third recipient. Each senior received a $500 check to help with expenses.





10th Annual Comedy Night - February 2017

From left: Back Row: Comedians Marc Sinodinos, Uncle Trent and Ralph Tetta.
Font Row: Platinum sponsors Sam & Kim Aceti, GIAA committee Kim Kalman, Mary Dunbar-Daluisio and Dick Crawford.

    The 10th Annual Grand Island Alumni Association Comedy Night was held on Friday, January 27th at Ellden's Grill at River Oaks. A sold out crowd enjoyed the three hysterical comedians and the raffle. All proceeds from the event go to scholarships for high school seniors. Over $13,000 has been awarded over the past 10 years.




10th Annual Comedy Night - January 2017


    The Grand Island Alumni Association and Aceti's Wine & Spirits are hosting their 10th Annual Comedy Night at Ellden's Grill at River Oaks on Friday, January 27th at 8:00 p.m. This year's show features two headliners, Uncle Trent & Marc Sinodinos and emcee Ralph Tetta. Tickets are $20 presale at Aceti's (Tops Plaza)) and deSignet Jewelry (1868 Whitehaven), or $25 at the door. Doors open at 6:00 p.m. Dinner reservations are required, call 775-5190. The popular wine raffle is back.Thanks to Sam and Kim Aceti of Aceti's Wine & Spirits for being the platinum sponsor for this event for the past seven years and to "Moving Music of WNY" for providing sound equipment for the show. Thanks to Fuccillo Auto Group on being a $250 Gold Sponsor, GIHS Class of 1972 - $100 Silver Sponsor, and Pizza Amore for being a $50 Business Sponsor. More Business Sponsors: Say Cheese, Ellden's at River Oaks, Brick Oven, deSignet Jewelry, John's Pizza & Subs, Isledegrande.com & Silk Florals. All proceeds from the show benefit the GIAA Scholarship Fund. Over $13,000 in scholarships have been awarded to Grand Island seniors over the past 11 years. See flyer.





GIAA Scholarship Winners for 2016


From left: Dick Crawford, Scholarship winners Claire Ahne, Adam Dryfout, Amber Schwinn and Kim Kalman

   The Grand Island Alumni Association is pleased to announce this year's scholarship winners. They are Claire Ahne attending D'Youville, Adam Dryfout attending Canisius College and Amber Schwinn attending St. John Fisher. Each senior received a $500 check to help with expenses.





GI Alumni Association 9th Annual Comedy Night

Standing from left: Alumni committee members Dick Crawford & Jodi Robinson, comedian Rick Matthews, Kim Kalman-GIAA, comedian Toni Pusateri, sponsor Kim Aceti, headliner Jeff Pirrami and sponsor Sam Aceti.

    The Grand Island Alumni Assoc. and Aceti's Wine & Spirits had a very successful 9th Annual Comedy Night on Friday, January 29th at Ellden's at River Oaks. The sold out crowd enjoyed the comedy of local comedians Rick Matthews and Toni Pusateri. The headliner, Jeff Pirrami, came all the way from Philadelphia and was hysterical. The ever popular wine raffle was a sell out and over 40 gifts were given away with the wine chances. Thanks to Sam and Kim Aceti of Aceti's Wine & Spirits for being the platinum sponsor for this event for the past six years. Their generosity to the GIAA and in the community is very much appreciated. Thank you for prize donations from: Flower A Day Florist, DeSignet Jewelry, Isledegrande.com, Say Cheese Pizza, John's Pizza, Pizza Amore, Village Inn, the Tomkins, Lewis, Robinson, Wendling and Kalman Families. Thanks to "Moving Music of WNY" for providing sound and light equipment that transformed the space into a real, club atmosphere. Over the last 11 years the proceeds from GIAA events have equaled over $12,000 in scholarships to Grand Island High School seniors.





GI Alumni Association 9th Annual Comedy Night


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   The Grand Island Alumni Assoc. and Aceti's Wine & Spirits present the 9th Annual Comedy Night on Friday, January 29th at 8:00 p.m. at Ellden's Restaurant at River Oaks. The headliner is Jeff Pirrami, featured in TV, film and commercials. Jeff has performed in numerous comedy clubs in New York City, LA and Atlantic City and Las Vegas Casinos. Buffalo's own Tony Pusateri has performed all over the country and will be part of the night's entertainment and the third comedian is Rick Mathews. The ever popular wine raffle and 50/50 drawings will be available. Tickets are $20.00 and can be purchased at Aceti's-Top's Plaza and DeSignet Jewelry-1869 Whitehaven. Thanks to Sam and Kim Aceti of Aceti's Wine & Spirits for being the platinum sponsor for this event for the past six years and to "Moving Music of WNY" for providing sound equipment for the show. Proceeds benefit the GIAA Scholarship Fund. Over $11,000 has been awarded over the past 10 years.




GIAA Check Presentation


   
Presenting a check to GIHS Athletic Director Jon Roth are Grand Island Alumni Association members Kimberly A. Schopp Kalman and Richard Crawford. The check was presented at the Varsity Soccer teams semi-final game on Wednesday, October 21st. Money was raised at last fall's opening of the football field, "Friday Night Under the Lights." $1800 of the money raised was spent on cushion wrapping 50 more yards of fencing on the home side of the field. $4800 is going towards scholarships for the Gene Masters Scholarship fund. Thanks to all the fundraisers and donations, the Grand Island Alumni Association has raised over the last 11 years, we have awarded over $11,000 in scholarships to Grand Island Seniors.




GIAA Scholarship Winners for 2015


From left: Kim Kalman, Lexi Miller, Maggie Rustowicz, Natalia Christiano and Dick Crawford

   The Grand Island Alumni Association is pleased to announce this year's scholarship winners. They are Maggie Rustowicz attending St. John Fisher, Lexi Miller at St. Bonaventure and Natalia Christiano at Canisius College. Each senior received a $500 check to help with expenses.




GIAA & Aceti's 8th Annual Comedy Night - January 2015

Standing from left: Comediens Greg Bauch & Linda O., Sponsor Sam Aceti, Comedien Tyron Davis, Kim Kalman-GIAA.
Bottom: Jodi Robinson-GIAA and Sponsor Kim Aceti.

    The Grand Island Alumni Assoc. and Aceti's Wine & Spirits had a very successful 8th Annual Comedy Night on Saturday, January 24th at Ellden's at River Oaks. The sold out crowd enjoyed the comedy of local comediens Greg Bauch and Linda O., back for their second appearance, the first in 2009. They were a great warm up for the headliner, Tyrone Davis from Michigan. Davis had the crowd in stitches for over an hour. The ever popular wine raffle was also a sell out and three happy attendees went home with two 32 inch tv's and a diamond necklace.
    Thanks to Sam and Kim Aceti of Aceti's Wine & Spirits for being the platinum sponsor for this event for the past five years. Their generosity to the GIAA and in the community is top-notch. Thank you for prize donations from: Flower A Day Florist, DeSignet Jewelry, Mallwitz's Island Lanes, Pink Martini Gift Shop, Isledegrande.com, the Tomkins, Lewis, Robinson and Kalman Families. Thanks to "Moving Music of WNY" for providing sound and light equipment that transformed the space into a real, club atmosphere. Over the last ten years the proceeds have equaled over $10,000 in scholarships to Grand Island High School seniors.




GIAA & Aceti's Present 8th Annual Comedy Night - January 2015

    The Grand Island Alumni Assoc. and Aceti's Wine & Spirits present the 8th Annual Comedy Night on Saturday, January 24th at 8:00 p.m. at Ellden's Restaurant at River Oaks. Comedian Dann Pordum is back as emcee and Tyrone Davis is coming in from Michigan as headliner. There are also two local comedians scheduled to entertain. A great line up, along with the very popular wine raffle and a big screen TV raffle. Come early for dinner or enjoy drinks and food during the show. Tickets are $20.00 and are now available at Aceti's-Top's Plaza and DeSignet Jewelry-1869 Whitehaven. Over the last ten years the proceeds have equaled over $10,000 in scholarships to Grand Island High School seniors. Thanks to Sam and Kim Aceti of Aceti's Wine & Spirits for being the platinum sponsor for this event for the past five years. Thank you for prize donations to: Flower A Day Florist, DeSignet Jewelry, Mallwitz's Island Lanes, Casey's Corner, Pink Martini Gift Shop, Isledegrande.com and Tomkins Family. Thanks to "Moving Music of WNY" for providing sound equipment for the show.
About the Headliner: Comedian Tyrone Davis has entertained audiences all over the country. His high energy and "take no prisoners" attitude has made him a standout among stand-ups. Whether he's talking about his family, or politics, you never know where he's going until he gets there. But, you will enjoy the ride! Some of his credits include TV and Radio; and shared performances with the likes of Todd Yohn, Spanky Brown, Killer Beaz, Bruce Bruce and many more. He has also traveled to entertain our troops in Kuwait and Iraq. A "must see".




Dan Buenafe - 1965 All Star - October 2014

   Dan Buenafe played for the Grand Island Vikings in 1964-1965 and as a senior made first team as an end on the Division III All Stars. The Vikings had a 7-1 record that first Varsity season and ended up in a three-way tie with Depew and Iroquois for the Championship. Dan not only came back from California for the Gene Masters Field re-dedication on September 19th, but he donated a platinum sponsorship in memory of Coach Masters and players Bobby Luther, Rich Trotter, Paul Kaegebein, Danny Carroll and Art Bascomb. He happened to have some memorabilia with him while visiting. It was a pleasure reminiscing with him and we hope he will be back next year when the sports teams from the 1960's will be honored by the Grand Island Alumni Association.




GI Alumni 2014 Scholarship Winners - July 2014


From left: Jenna Stufkowsky, Christopher Swagler, Natalie Baldassarre and committeeman Dick Crawford

   The GI Alumni Association presented their 2014 scholarship winners with $500 checks on Monday, July 28th. Congratulations to Jenna Stufkowsky, going to SUNY Crane School of Music, Christopher Swagler, Niagara University and Natalie Baldassarre, Canisius.




Successful 7th Annual GIHS Alumni Comedy Show - January 2014


From left: Sam Aceti, Comedien Wes Zaharek, MC Dann Pordum, Kim Kalman, Jodi Robinson, Dick Crawford, Kim Aceti and Blane Kelly

   GI Alumni 7th Annual Comedy show was a hilarious success. For the first time, the show was held at Ellden's at River Oaks Golf Course and everyone loved the food and atmosphere. Comediens Dan Pordum, Blane Kelly and Wes Zaharek kept everyone laughing and entertained. Thanks to our main sponsor Sam and Kim Aceti of Aceti Wine & Spirits. Thanks also to Double D Construction for their donation and Say Cheese Pizza, Flower A Day Florist and Casey's Corner for raffle items.




GIAA & Aceti's Present 7th Annual Comedy Night - January 2014

    The Grand Island Alumni Assoc. and Aceti's Wine & Spirits present the 7th Annual Comedy Night on Saturday, January 25th at 8:00 p.m. at Ellden's Restaurant at River Oaks. Comedians Dann Pordum, Wes Zaharek and Blane Kelly are scheduled to entertain. This will be the 7th year for funny man MC Dann Pordum. Canadian comedian Wes Zaharek's form of comedy is described as "one of the zaniest shows on the market. If you like to laugh you won't want to miss this comic in action", by a UK comedy website - Comedy CV. Blane Kelly was previous winner of the Buffalo Last Comic Standing competition. A great line up, along with the very popular wine raffle and a big screen TV raffle. Come early for dinner or enjoy drinks and food during the show. Tickets are $20.00 and are now available at Aceti's-Top's Plaza and DeSignet Jewelry-1869 Whitehaven. Over the last seven years the proceeds have equaled to over $8000 in scholarships to Grand Island High School seniors.





GIAA Scholarship Winners for 2013

   The Grand Island Alumni Association is pleased to announce this year's scholarship winners. They are James Rustowicz attending St. John Fisher, Nick Soos at West Point and Dalton Pitts at Brockport. Each senior received a $500 check to help with expenses.




GIHS Alumni Comedy Show Lots Of Laughs - January 2013


From left: Kim Kalman, comedians Dan Mahoney & Matt Disero, Jodi Robinson, Dick Crawford, Sponsors Sam & Kim Aceti, MC Dan Pordum. Click for larger view.

   The GIHS Alumni Association 6th Annual Comedy Show was a big success on Saturday, January 26th at the Grand Island Holiday Inn. Over $2500 was raised through ticket sales and raffles and will go towards scholarships for GIHS seniors. Comedian Dan Mahoney, comic/magician Matt Disero and MC Dan Pordum had everyone entertained for the evening. Thanks to Platinum Sponsor Sam & Kim Aceti of Aceti's Wine & Spirits, Gold Sponsors Woodchuck Tree Service, DeSignet Jewelry, Holiday Inn, Creative Leather/Island Ship Center, Isledegrande.com, Say Cheese Pizza, Jim Brier/Chef's Catering and the Kevin Locicero family for their donations.





GIAA Scholarship Winners for 2012 - July 2012


Alumnus Dick Crawford with Jessica Bamberg, Phyllup Stallard, Emily Sommer and alumnus Kim Kalman - click for larger view.

   The Grand Island Alumni Association is pleased to announce this year's scholarship winners. They are Jessica Bamberg, Phyllup Stallard and Emily Sommer. Jessica Bamberg is attending Roberts Wesleyan College where she will major in Special Education. Phyllup Stallard is attending N.C.C.C. for general education and Emily Sommer is attending Paul Smith's College for Culinary Arts and Hospitality. They each received a check for $500 to help with their college expenses. The GIAA awards scholarships to GIHS seniors who demonstrate school spirit, involvement in school and community activities and need. All Grand Island High School seniors are invited each spring to apply.





Successful GIAA Comedy Show - 2012


From Left: Alumni committee Jodi Robinson, Dick Crawford, Kim Kalman, Comediens Dan Pordum, Chet Wild, Steve Burr, Sponsors Kim and Sam Aceti

   The Grand Island Alumni Association held its 5th Annual Comedy Show on Saturday, January 28th. Money raised at this event goes to scholarships for Grand Island High School seniors. A total of 14 scholarships have been awarded in the past 5 years. The committee would like to thank our co-sponsor Aceti's Wine & Spirits (Kim and Sam Aceti) and the following: Platinum Sponsor - DeSignet Jewelry , Gold Sponsors - Woodchuck Tree Service, Fuccillo Auto Group, Creative Leather/Island Shipping, Flower A Day, Say Cheese and Isledegrande.com. Also, Michelle & Jim Breier, LoCicero Family, Tomkins Family, Just Pizza, SCAP, Village Inn, Holiday Inn, and Hurtubise Tire for gift baskets and gift cards.





GIAA 5th Annual Comedy Show - January 2012

   The Grand Island Alumni Assoc. 5th Annual Comedy show is planned for Saturday, January 28th at the Holiday Inn Grand Island. The event begins at 7:00 p.m. with the GIHS Jazz Ensemble performing before the comedy show begins at 8:00 p.m. The main sponsor is Aceti's Wine and Spirits and Woodchuck Tree Service and Fuccillo Auto Group are Gold sponsors. Tickets are available for $15.00 at DeSignet Jewelry Store, 1869 Whitehaven Rd. and at the door of the event. Over the past 6 years, fourteen high school seniors have been awarded scholarships from the GI Alumni Assoc. See
website for details.





GIAA Announces Scholarship Winners - 2011


Kim Kalman, Liam Dodd and Dick Crawford.
Missing from photo - Justine Call and Alex Prine.

   The Grand Island Alumni Association is pleased to announce this year's scholarship winners. They are Liam Dodd, Justine Call and Alex Prine. Liam will be attending SUNY College at Brockport, majoring in Sports Management. Justine is attending Ithaca College majoring in Music Performance/Education and Alex is attending Houghton College majoring in Music Education/Vocal Performance. Each senior received a $500 scholarship to help towards their college expenses. The GIAA awards scholarships to GIHS seniors who demonstrate school spirit, involvement in school and community activities and need. All Grand Island High School seniors are invited each spring to apply.





Comedy Night Laughs - 2011


Alumnus Dick Crawford, featured sponsors Kim & Sam Aceti, comedians Dan Pordum,....., Tim Joyce and alumnus Kim Kalman - click for larger view.

   The GIAA 4th Annual Comedy show was big on laughs with comedian Dan Pordum back behind the mike. Dan, along with Tim Joyce had everyone in fine spirits. The show's great turn-out will enable 2-3 seniors a scholarship from the GIAA to help with their expenses. Many thanks to sponsors Aceti's Wine & Spirits, Woodchuck Tree Service, Flower A Day Florist, Mighty Taco, Adrian's Custard & Beef, DeSignet Jewelry, Say Cheese, Pam's Hallmark, Hwy. Supt. James Tomkins, Tastefully Simple and Isledegrande.




Alumni Association's 4th Annual Comedy Night - 2011


Dan Pordum returns to this years comedy show.

   The Grand Island Alumni Association will host its 4th Annual Comedy Night on Saturday, January 29, 2011 at the Holiday Inn Grand Island. Doors open at 7 p.m. and the comedy show runs from 8:30-10:00 p.m. and will feature Dan Pordum from the 2009 show and two other comedians. For ticket information, see GI Alumni Association or stop at DeSignet Jewelry Store at 1869 Whitehaven Rd. Proceeds will benefit the Grand Island Alumni's scholarship program. Thank you to our 2011 corporate sponsor, Aceti's Wine & Liquors and donations from Woodchuck Tree Service, Flower A Day Florist, Mighty Taco, Adrian's Custard & Beef, Pam's Hallmark, DeSignet Jewelry, Say Cheese and Isledegrande.




GIHS Scholarship Winners - July 2010


(from left) Dick Crawford, Sean O'Donnell, Michael Scott Stallard and Kim Kalman.
Click for larger view.


   The Grand Island Alumni Association is pleased to announce this year's scholarship winners. They are Sean O'Donnell and Michael Scott Stallard. Sean will be attending Alfred State and Michael will be attending NCCC. Each senior received a $500 scholarship to help towards their college expenses. The GIAA awards two scholarships to GIHS seniors who demonstrate school spirit, involvement in school and community activities and need. All Grand Island High School seniors are invited each spring to apply.