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June 17, 2022 | 2022 Cohalan Scholarship Winner - Abigail Horn

Abigail Horn will graduate from Longwood High School with a Regents diploma with Advanced Distinction with Honors.  She has also earned her Seal of Biliteracy in Spanish. During her time in high school, Abigail has been an active participant in her school community.  She has held many leadership positions in Student Government and Council including Class Representative, Secretary, Parliamentarian, and Vice President. Abigail was selected to participate in annual NYS CLSA State Student Leadership Conferences.  Abigail was an athlete on the Varsity Track and Cross Country teams and performed in her school’s drama and musical productions. Abigail has taken many Advanced Placement and Honors courses and she maintained a high academic average. She was an active member of the National Honor Society, Foriegn Language Honor Society and Tri-M Music Honor Society. In addition to school activities, Abigail has been an active volunteer in her local community. She volunteered with Brookhaven Youth Court serving as a Judge, Attorney and Jury to help determine restorative consequences for teens who have already confessed their guilt to a variety of crimes. She also volunteered annually with the Nassau County Empire State Victory Challenge Games. Where she helped students with physical disabilities compete in events such as distance kick, shotput and discus.  Abigail plans to attend the University of Albany this fall and is enrolled in the Honors College. She is excited to pursue her passion is United States government and history with a major in Political Science.  

Congratulations Abigail! 

 

2022 Cohalan Scholarship Winner - Abigail Horn