The Scholarships for Academic Excellence are awarded to top students graduating from New York State high schools in June 2026. Student nominees are selected using criteria set by the State Education Department, including their performance on Regents exams taken before the end of the junior year. Scholarships are valued at $500 and $1,500 and are awarded to students who attend an institution of higher education in New York State. “We are so proud of these exceptional South Side High School seniors. They deserve this recognition for their hard work, perseverance, and commitment to excellence that they have demonstrated over their four years here at South Side. Congratulations to them and their families on this wonderful recognition.” Dr. Patrick Walsh, Principal
Pictured left to right are: Dr. Walsh, Principal, Eric Greene, Christian Hackett, Jonathan Muscarella, Molly Reardon, Megan Chiara, and Amalia Breen.