This past year, the Walt Whitman High School family lost a dedicated educator. In order to honor her, the faculty came up with the idea that we would present a deserving young lady, a scholarship in Ms. Davidsohn's honor.
For those who didn't know Ms Davidsohn, she was a dedicated educator who touched the lives of many students throughout her years at Walt Whitman High School. Her love of the theatrical arts came across in her teaching. She never failed to create a scene or to bring a character to life to motivate her students. Her passion drove her to be creative in order to spark something within the learning disabled students she educated. She was an advocate for all, which led her to advise extra curricula groups like Habitat for Humanity and the Girls Leaders Organization. She inspired all students to be active and pay it forward.
As a colleague, Joan inspired those she worked with. She was giving and had a strong will to succeed. She always "told it like it is" and stood up for what was right for the teachers as she did for her students. Joan walked with her head held high and her shoulders back as she walked the halls. Joan always took the time to engage in meaningful banter and would delight her coworkers with her infectious laugh.
Joan's presence at Walt Whitman High School will be missed but her spirit resonates throughout the halls, in our hearts, and through this scholarship.
This award is presented to a young lady who is an active member of the school as well as the local community who mirrored the image that Joan worked so hard to help others work towards being.
It is with great honor and pleasure that I announce the winners of the first annual Joan Davidsohn Memorial Scholarship.
Leanne Haddock andChelsea Saccente
Congratulations! You both worked very hard and your efforts were noticed and paid off!
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