As The Storm King School prepared for its 158th Commencement, students, faculty, families, and friends gathered to celebrate their outstanding achievements during the 2026 Spring Academic Awards Ceremony. Each semester, Storm King’s Academic Awards—often referred to as the “Book Awards”—honor students who have demonstrated exceptional achievement in their academic, artistic, and creative pursuits. A longstanding Storm King tradition, each award recipient is selected by their teacher and presented with a personally chosen book. The evening also included recognition of Community Service and Blood Donor Awards, the Junior Class Award winners, Cum Laude Society inductees, and four- and five-year members of the Class of 2026.

The students recognized during the ceremony exemplify the values at the heart of a Storm King education: intellectual curiosity, creativity, perseverance, leadership, and character. Faculty members look forward to this annual opportunity to celebrate the accomplishments and growth of their students.

Congratulations to all of the 2026 award recipients and scholarship winners!

Academic Department Awards

Mathematics
  • Geometry: Bernardo S. ’28
  • Algebra II: Nayoung (Nina) Y. ’29
  • Precalculus: Eylul B. ’27
  • AP Statistics: Elizabeth U. ’26
  • Multivariable Calculus: Rebecca E. ’28
World Languages
  • ASL II: Antonio R. ’26
  • Advanced ASL: Emily K. ’26
  • Spanish II: Milana R. ’28
  • AP Spanish: Avery D. ’29
History & Social Sciences
  • Middle School History: Nicholas M. ’30
  • Global Studies History: Reese V. ’29
  • ELL Global Studies History: Zimo (John) X. ’29
  • ASP U.S. History: Alex B. ’28
  • Honors U.S. History: Max G. ’28
  • ASP Economics, Personal Finance & Business: Eva G. ’26
  • Introduction to Law: Patrik P. ’27
  • Advanced Microeconomics: Yun (Logan) K. ’27
  • Advanced Philosophy: Yagmur D. ’28
  • Startups, Sustainability & Stewardship: Faxiang (Henry) Z. ’27
  • AP World History: Liam M. ’27
  • AP U.S. History: Kira S. ’28
Science
  • Middle School Science: Juan Pablo (JP) E. ’30
  • ASP Physics: Alex B. ’28
  • Health: Reese V. ’29
  • Chemistry: Mohammed A. ’28
  • Honors Chemistry: Charles M. ’28
  • ASP Chemistry: Evie M. ’29
  • ASP Environmental Science: Eva G. ’26
  • Computer Science Principles: Michala C. ’28
  • AP Biology: Zixuan (Jessica) N. ’27
  • Advanced Chemistry: Rebecca E. ’28
  • AP Physics C: Luis G. ’26
English
  • Introduction to Literature: Ronan K. ’29
  • U.S. Studies Literature: Charles M. ’28
  • ASP U.S. Literature: Jordano F. ’28
  • Society & Self in Literature: Nina U. ’26
  • Foundations in Literature & Composition: Ji In C. ’28
  • Rhetoric & Composition: Izah C. ’27
  • AP Language & Composition: Liam M. ’27
  • AP Literature & Composition: Dung (Yome) V. ’27
English Language Learning
  • Intermediate Literature & Writing I: Ziqi (Alice) Z. ’30
  • Intermediate Literature & Writing II: Zimo (John) X. ’29
  • Intermediate/Advanced Conversation: Keita (Kyler) W. ’27
Visual Arts
  • 8th Grade Art: Blanca C. ’30
  • Studio Art: Defne S. ’26
  • Video Production: Izah C. ’27
  • 3D Printing: Ronan K. ’29
  • DigiArt: Emmett J. ’27
  • Advanced Studio Art: Cathy C. ’28
  • AP Art History: Kaitlyn M. ’27
Performing Arts
  • Music Technology: Jackson T. ’28
  • Spring Dance: Nina U. ’26
  • Spring Advanced Dance: Jiann L. ’26
  • Advanced Stagecraft: Yuxiang (Harry) Z. ’26
The Stuart MacLean Dramatics Award

Named in honor of Stuart MacLean, who established and formalized theater at The Storm King School, this award recognizes excellence in dramatic arts and dedication to the theatrical community:

  • Santiago S. ’26

Blood Donor Awards

Blood Donor Scholarship: Antonio M. ’26

Blood Donor Red Cord Recipients: Antonio M. ’26, Luis G. ’26, Sean C. ’26, Santiago, S. ’26; Jiann L. ’26, Nina U. ’26, Kalin C. ’26, Shaheer A. ’26, Faisal A. ’26, Laila M. ’26, Min Ha (Candy) N. ’26, Ava O. ’26, Son (Thomas) N. ’26, Katja M. ’26, Valeria, M. ’26, Zikai (Steven) J. ’26

Community Service Awards

50 Hours of Service: Valentina B. ’30, Angela C. ’29, Vivian C. ’29, Jimin G. ’29, Chris, S. ’29, Evie T. ’29, Reese V. ’29, Nayoung Y. ’29; Eylul B. ’28, Cathy C. ’28, Jiin C. ’28, Yagmur D. ’28, Charley K. ’28, Kira S. ’28, Jialu S. ’28, Ayoko, Y. ’28, Ziming C. ’27, Aadya G. ’27, Shanjing H. ’27, Jaewon K. ’27, Zhaoyi L. ’27, Zixuan N. ’27, Milan R. ’27, Yirui Y. ’27, Feifan Y. ’27, Shaheer, A. ’26, Nina U. ’26, Hongwei C. ’26, Luis G. ’26, Jiann L. ’26, Fengqi L. ’26, Daira, G. ’26, Antonio, M. ’26, Valeria, M. ’26, Santiago, S. ’26, Yichen, W. ’26

100 Hours of Service: Cailyn Anhelia T. ’28, Izah C. ’27; Junyu (Steven) C. ’27, Elspeth D. ’27, Arina V. ’27, Conghan, W. ’27; Yeung Yik W. ’27, Faisal, A. ’26, Sandra G. ’26, Keiyona J. ’26, Emily K. ’26

Carson Scholars Fund Scholarship: Junyu (Steven) C. ’27

Junior Awards & Scholarships

New York State Attorney General’s Triple C Award
The Triple C Award recognizes outstanding students who demonstrate exceptional character, courage, and commitment through academic achievement, community service, leadership, and perseverance.

  • Elspeth D. ’27

New York State Attorney General’s Civic Ambassador Award
Presented to a student who has demonstrated a passion for and knowledge of civics and government.

  • Lam Tien (Win) N. ‘27

Haverford College Book Award
Recognizes a Grade 11 student whose distinguished academic record is shaped by intellectual curiosity, broad interests, and a desire to make a positive impact in the world.

  • Kaitlyn M. ’27

Tulane Book Award
Honors a junior who embodies Tulane University’s motto of service through excellence in academics, leadership, and community engagement.

  • Juliana D. ’27

Yale Book Award
Recognizes an exemplary scholar-citizen who combines outstanding academic achievement with exceptional character and citizenship.

  • Conghan W. ’27

University of Rochester Bausch & Lomb Honorary Science Award
Presented to a student who demonstrates high achievement and rigor in science coursework, strong quantitative abilities, and positive contributions to the school community.

  • Dung (Yome) V. ’27

University of Rochester Frederick Douglass and Susan B. Anthony Award
Recognizes a student who demonstrates leadership, a commitment to social justice, community engagement, and excellence in the humanities and social sciences.

  • Aadya G. ’27

University of Rochester George Eastman Young Leaders Award
Presented to a student who demonstrates outstanding leadership, academic achievement, and significant involvement in extracurricular and community activities.

  • Junyu (Steven) C. ’27

Clarkson University Achievement Award
Recognizes a high school junior who demonstrates strong leadership, academic excellence, and a positive impact on school and community.

  • Yun (Logan) K. ’27

RPI Medal
Awarded to a junior who excels in advanced mathematics and science coursework and demonstrates exceptional potential for success in science, engineering, and technology.

  • Emmett J. ’27

Saint Michael’s College Book Award for Community Engagement
Recognizes a junior who demonstrates academic excellence alongside a sincere commitment to community service, justice, and concern for others.

  • Feifan (Feona) Y. ’27

Four- and Five-Year Seniors

Four-Year Seniors: Jerry C. ’26, Sean C. ’26, Kalin C. ’26, Evangeline G. ’26, Jack H. ’26, Emily K. ’26, Jiann L. ’26, Antonio M. ’26, Katja M. ’26, Brent R. ’26, Ren T. ’26, Edmund X. ’26

Five-Year Senior: Yi Y. ’26

Cum Laude Society Inductees

The distinguished academic records of these students have earned them membership in the Cum Laude Society, a fellowship of scholars dedicated to recognizing excellence in academic achievement.

  • Jianan C. ’26
  • Yi D. ’26
  • Luis G. ’26
  • Minh Ha N. ’26
  • Elizabeth U. ’26
  • Yichen W. ’26

Closing the evening, Head of School Lisa Shambaugh congratulated all of the students honored and acknowledged the community that supports their success: “These awards represent the culmination of many hours of effort, inspiration, and learning. I want to express my thanks to the faculty and staff for their efforts with all of our students, and thank you, parents, for your support. Congratulations once again to the students for your hard work.”