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Everett Public School’s 2025 Superintendent’s Scholarship Award for Excellence winners

Four exceptional seniors from Everett Public Schools were recently surprised with the prestigious 2025 Superintendent’s Scholarship Award for Excellence. Superintendent Ian Saltzman, School Board Vice President Jen Hirman, Deputy Superintendent Peter Scott, Executive Director Kay Fantin of the Everett Public Schools Foundation, and school principals honored the recipients in special ceremonies held at their respective schools.

Now in its 38th year, the Superintendent’s Scholarship Award for Excellence celebrates the district's top scholars for their academic achievements and resilience while also recognizing an inspirational educator who has made a significant impact on each student’s journey. Each winner received a $1,000 scholarship sponsored by Drs. Gary and Sue Cohn.

To be considered, students must rank in the top 5% of their graduating class and submit a tribute highlighting a staff member who has played a pivotal role in their education. These heartfelt tributes were transformed into moving video features available on the Everett Public Schools Foundation’s social media platforms.

This year’s Superintendent’s Scholarship Award winners are:

• Cascade High School: Danielle Ngiedi, who honored Patricia Percival
• Everett High School: Alice Brackett, who honored Megan Vinther.
• H.M. Jackson High School: Shreya Karthik, who honored Emily Borden.
• Sequoia High School: Kalie Mulima, who honored Rochelle Schultz.

In addition to the four award recipients, nine finalists were also recognized for their outstanding accomplishments:

Cascade High School Finalists and Honored Staff Videos

• Josie Buirge (honoring Lisa Olson-Kelly)
• Tessa Hahn (honoring Douglas Shook).

Everett High School Finalists and Honored Staff Videos

• Charlie Oyler (honoring Aimee Leggett)
• Madeline Pewitt (honoring Rebecca Dodt).

HM Jackson High School Finalists and Honored Staff Videos

• Shreyas Bulusu (honoring Gretchen Stoskopf-Hedges)
• Chiara Rogers (honoring Jason Gadek).

Sequoia High School Finalists and Honored Staff Videos

• Natalie Butler (honoring Rochelle Schultz)
• Ella Gallegos (honoring Maryke Haynes).