Updated: June 27, 2024 – All Senior Spotlights submitted this year have now been posted below.
We are showcasing the members of the Maple Hill High School Class of 2024 with Senior Spotlights. We will update this page for the remainder of the school year with more Senior Spotlights. For examples of Senior Spotlights, see last year’s submissions here.
How to Submit a 2024 Senior Spotlight
Seniors and families have been emailed the Senior Spotlight Submission Google Form. If you did not receive it or would like it to be resent, email us at communications@schodack.k12.ny.us and we will send it over.
Seniors can submit the form themselves or have a parent/guardian submit it on their behalf. Please use full sentences when possible and include at least 1 good-quality image of yourself/your senior.
Kate Ackerman
Fun Fact(s) About You
I have visited Disney World over 30 times with my family!
Schodack CSD Teacher/Staff Thank Yous and Shout Outs
I want to thank Coach Golden for putting up with my stink eye for the last 6 years. Thank you to Coach Austin for believing in my softball skills. Shout out to Mr. Frese for the relatable humor he brings every day.
Fondest Memory of Maple Hill High School
My fondest memory of my time at MHHS was ending my senior bowling season as a New York State Champion.
Plans for Next Year
I will be studying biology and bowling in Division I at Niagara University.
Annika Ardzinski
Fun Fact(s) About You
I was born in Connecticut and moved to NY when I was less than 6 months old.
Schodack CSD Teacher/Staff Thank Yous and Shout Outs
Mrs. Brochu because she is always so caring and helpful, and Mr. Eckel because he always had a funny comment to make.
Fondest Memory of Maple Hill High School
My senior year volleyball season, with the best team I could ever ask for.
Plans for Next Year
I am attending SUNY Plattsburgh to study Nursing.
Anthony Basile
Fun Fact(s) About You
I’m a Life Scout working on my Eagle Scout rank. I also have been running since 5th grade and plan to continue running for Plattsburgh.
Schodack CSD Teacher/Staff Thank Yous and Shout Outs
I would like to give a shoutout to Mr. Frese. He’s an amazing teacher and for being a great role model for me. I would also like to thank Mr. Finney. He was always positive and his classes were always fun. I would additionally like to thank Mr. Morse, he was always kind to me and made sure I was always doing what I needed to do.
Fondest Memory of Maple Hill High School
My fondest memories here are being with my friends in lunch and classes. Another fond memory I have is the Monday after the Broncos beat the Chiefs, I was expecting an interview but I got a card that said no interviews.
Plans for Next Year
I will be attending SUNY Plattsburgh.
Kate Brodzinski
Fun Fact(s) About You
I’ve played softball since I was 6 and I want to become a sports manager.
Schodack CSD Teacher/Staff Thank Yous and Shout Outs
Mr. Hanrahan because he can always make you laugh and always gives good advice. Mr. Frese because he taught me it’s okay to be funny and live in the moment.
Fondest Memory of Maple Hill High School
The 2022 All-Night Party.
Plans for Next Year
I will be attending Framingham State University, studying Sports Management and playing softball.
Brody Chevrier
Fun Fact(s) About You
I have been taller than most of my friends my whole life.
Schodack CSD Teacher/Staff Thank Yous and Shout Outs
I want to thank Coach Hanrahan and Coach Flach for all their encouragement and support. A shout out to Mr. Frese for the laughs and to Mr. Mike, Mr. Segarra, and Mr. Murray for the guidance and being cool.
Fondest Memory of Maple Hill High School
Hoops (Section 2 Champions), rocking the variety show, and Guitar Club.
Plans for Next Year
I will be attending Quinnipiac University and will be studying Cybersecurity.
Brady Cole
Schodack CSD Teacher/Staff Thank Yous and Shout Outs
Mr. Frese and Mr. Lauterbach for keeping it real. Mr. Clark for being the GOAT. Mr. Hanrahan and Mr. Flach for being great teachers, coaches, and mentors. Ms. Loszynski and Ms. Mahota for all their help over the years.
Fondest Memory of Maple Hill High School
Winning sectionals in basketball in my sophomore and senior years and developing so many great relationships along the way. All of Mr. Lauterbach’s classes.
Plans for Next Year
Studying Accounting and playing basketball at Hudson Valley Community College.
Alivia Contento
Fun Fact(s) About You
I love animals, my family and friends, and going to the gym.
Schodack CSD Teacher/Staff Thank Yous and Shout Outs
Mrs. Stilson for always having her door open for anyone and everyone (and always having snacks).
Plans for Next Year
Going to Marist to study Early Childhood Education.
Jordan Delardi
Fun Fact(s) About You
I love hanging out with friends, reading, and summertime. Dancing is a huge part of my life.
Schodack CSD Teacher/Staff Thank Yous and Shout Outs
Mr. Frese, Mrs. Fink, and Señora Racz have always made classes fun and engaging. I always looked forward to having them in my schedule.
Fondest Memory of Maple Hill High School
The senior trip to Ocean City was amazing. I loved being able to hang out with my friends on the boardwalk.
Plans for Next Year
I will be attending Hofstra University, majoring in Dance!
Lilah Dowling
Fun Fact(s) About You
I am left-handed.
Schodack CSD Teacher/Staff Thank Yous and Shout Outs
Shout out to Frese, even though he has bad hockey takes.
Fondest Memory of Maple Hill High School
The 2022 All-Night Party was so cool. It was my first time seeing the mall completely closed down.
Plans for Next Year
Attending Suny Oneonta to study Geography and Music Industry.
Jake Fish
Fun Fact(s) About You
I have loved Lightning McQueen my whole life!
Schodack CSD Teacher/Staff Thank Yous and Shout Outs
I’d like to shout out Mrs. DeMassio for being the teacher who made ELA fun for me, she also always found a way to put a smile on every student’s face every single day! Mrs. Kelliher for always going out of her way to make sure that everyone understood what was going on and that the material truly made sense to them. It also meant a lot to us when she supported us outside the classroom by showing up to watch our sporting events! Finally, I want to shout out Mr. Morse for having the best science class of my Maple Hill career. I don’t know what’s better – me getting a burn making the pasta bridges or him still thinking that he can beat me in a game of basketball!
Fondest Memory of Maple Hill High School
My fondest memories are the time I spent being part of so many Maple Hill sports teams, the bonds we formed and the fun we had were amazing! My top memory has to be being part of the Maple Hill Varsity Basketball team and being 2X Sectional Champions (my sophomore & senior years) and Patroon Conference Champions my senior year!
Plans for Next Year
Attending SUNY Brockport, majoring in Exercise Science with a concentration in Strength & Conditioning.
Violet Fisher
Fun Fact(s) About You
My dream is to travel the world.
Schodack CSD Teacher/Staff Thank Yous and Shout Outs
There have been many staff members and teachers that I would love to thank from all of my years at Maple Hill but I’ll just name a few. I would like to thank Mrs. Seymour, Mr. Frese and Mr Mastracy for looking out for me, letting me vent about everything going on in my life and giving me some very insightful and great advice. I would also like to give a shoutout to Mr. Hanrahan and Mrs. Gibney for always putting a smile on my face early in the morning.
Fondest Memory of Maple Hill High School
My fondest memory from my time at Maple Hill is meeting my best friend in chemistry during my sophomore year.
Plans for Next Year
I will be attending SUNY Brockport for nursing next year.
Luca Flach
Fun Fact(s) About You
My favorite sport is tennis and I like cars.
Schodack CSD Teacher/Staff Thank Yous and Shout Outs
I want to shout out Mr. Hanrahan for guiding me through music and sports my whole life, I would also like to thank Mr. Mastracy and Mr. Metzner for taking part in govt. fun.
Fondest Memory of Maple Hill High School
My fondest memory is my senior year basketball season.
Plans for Next Year
I will be attending Siena College to study Accounting.
Alyssa Gray
Fun Fact(s) About You
I love to go to concerts and travel. I traveled out of the country for the first time in 2022 and visited London, Paris, and Barcelona.
Schodack CSD Teacher/Staff Thank Yous and Shout Outs
I would like to thank Mr. Bacon and Ms. Madigan for their guidance and support throughout my volleyball career. I would also like to thank Mr. Mastracy for being a huge supporter and mentor.
Fondest Memory of Maple Hill High School
My fondest memories at Maple Hill were the Senior Trip and winning our annual Fall Sports Weekend volleyball tournament two years in a row.
Plans for Next Year
I will be attending Hudson Valley Community College to study Adolescent Education and continue my bowling career.
Brynn Honsinger
Fun Fact(s) About You
Fun facts about me are that my favorite drink is Chick-fil-A lemonade, I have a chubby dog named Buck, and friends and family mean the most to me.
Schodack CSD Teacher/Staff Thank Yous and Shout Outs
I would like to thank Mr. Frese for giving me words of encouragement throughout my senior year and always making me laugh. I would also like to thank Mrs. McGann for making learning fun as well as teaching me valuable lessons and skills to help me in the future.
Fondest Memory of Maple Hill High School
The fondest memory of my time at Maple Hill would have to be during either soccer or track season, playing and running with friends and helping younger athletes develop by giving them advice.
Plans for Next Year
Demi La Voie
Fun Fact(s) About You
I have worked at an Animal Hospital for almost three years and I have traveled to 8 other countries. I plan to study abroad in college.
Schodack CSD Teacher/Staff Thank Yous and Shout Outs
Mr. Hanrahan for always trying to make everyone in his class laugh – even at 8 am when no one wants to be in school.
Fondest Memory of Maple Hill High School
Spending time with my friends at lunch in the senior lounge.
Plans for Next Year
I will be attending Sacred Heart University in Connecticut and majoring in Biology on a Pre-Med track.
Aidan Loszynski
Fun Fact(s) About You
I love dogs – I have an English Bulldog named Toby – and I like scary movies.
Schodack CSD Teacher/Staff Thank Yous and Shout Outs
I would like to thank Mr. Frese for being there for me in baseball and in school.
Fondest Memory of Maple Hill High School
Winning Musical Chairs at the Pep Rally.
Plans for Next Year
Studying Biology and playing baseball at Eastern Connecticut State University.
Stephen Macyowskie
Fun Fact(s) About You
I am a music artist.
Schodack CSD Teacher/Staff Thank Yous and Shout Outs
Mr. Lauterbach, Mr. Murray, Mr. Frese, Mr. Austin, Mr. Reischer, Mrs. Ciampoli and anyone who supports me as an artist.
Plans for Next Year
I will be attending Hudson Valley Community College for their HVAC (Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning) program.
Grace Martino
Fun Fact(s) About You
I can play two instruments, and I have been dancing for over ten years.
Schodack CSD Teacher/Staff Thank Yous and Shout Outs
I would like to thank the science and math departments for their endless support and dedication to helping me learn!! I would not be where I am today without all of you. Along with Mrs. Gibney and Señora Racz for always putting a smile on my face 🙂
Fondest Memory of Maple Hill High School
My fondest memory at Maple Hill was going to both of the proms and having fun with my friends!
Plans for Next Year
Attending Binghamton University to study neuroscience!
Sean McCauley
Fun Fact(s) About You
I love to stick weld.
Schodack CSD Teacher/Staff Thank Yous and Shout Outs
Mrs. Stilson for her patience.
Fondest Memory of Maple Hill High School
Going to States for soccer.
Plans for Next Year
Being a diesel mechanic for the Army.
Ethan Miller
Fun Fact(s) About You
I love to hunt, fish, play soccer & LAX and ride motorcycles!
Schodack CSD Teacher/Staff Thank Yous and Shout Outs
Mrs. Loszynski – THANK YOU. Coach Gillespie – life skills I will never forget. Coach Wetherby – keeping us laughing. Mr Porter – you made class fun even though we were tough to deal with. Ms. Weidman – thank you for all the chats!
Fondest Memory of Maple Hill High School
Going to Soccer State Finals 2 years in a row with a great group of guys. And most of all, looking forward to June 28th, 2024, LAST DAY EVER (aka Graduation)!
Plans for Next Year
Attending Hudson Valley Community College for the Welding and Fabrication Program.
Victoria Nusbaum
Fun Fact(s) About You
I’ve loved metal music since I was a toddler, I have an obsession with clowns, and have a rapidly growing collection of everything, ever. My first crush was Spongebob SquarePants, I’ve never heard a Fall Out Boy song I didn’t like, and the movie Juno (2007) changed me fundamentally.
Schodack CSD Teacher/Staff Thank Yous and Shout Outs
Shoutout to Lauterbach and Mr. Segarra for keeping it real.
Plans for Next Year
Attending HVCC for Phlebotomy.
Benjamin Reickert
Fun Fact(s) About You
I love baseball and have played it most of my life. I like being outdoors, hunting and fishing and love old cars and trucks.
Schodack CSD Teacher/Staff Thank Yous and Shout Outs
Coach Frese (he likes peach rings).
Fondest Memory of Maple Hill High School
Going to States for soccer.
Plans for Next Year
Attending Hudson Valley Community College for Automotive Technologies.
Abigail Szklenka
Fun Fact(s) About You
I love my dog, Tom, and my family is my world.
Schodack CSD Teacher/Staff Thank Yous and Shout Outs
Mr. Clark because he’s awesome.
Fondest Memory of Maple Hill High School
My fondest memory of Maple Hill is playing soccer.
Plans for Next Year
Becoming a special education teacher.
Peyton Taylor
Fun Fact(s) About You
I love punk and hardcore, and I REALLY like comics. My favorite movie is Re-animator, and I collect action figures and Monster High dolls. I spend most of my free time drawing and listening to music.
Schodack CSD Teacher/Staff Thank Yous and Shout Outs
I would like to shout out Mrs. Racz and Mr. Segarra for being so accepting and kind.
Plans for Next Year
Majoring in Comics at The School Of Visual Arts.
Ruby Theodore-Begany
Fun Fact(s) About You
I love to travel and explore new places! I have been to 26 states and three countries.
Schodack CSD Teacher/Staff Thank Yous and Shout Outs
Mrs. Stilson for always being willing to talk and giving the best advice.
Fondest Memory of Maple Hill High School
My fondest memory is playing soccer and attending sports events.
Plans for Next Year
I will be going to the University of North Carolina at Charlotte and majoring in exercise science.
Isabella Thomas
Fun Fact(s) About You
My favorite animal is an elephant and my dream place to visit is Italy.
Schodack CSD Teacher/Staff Thank Yous and Shout Outs
I would like to thank Mr. Hanrahan for making class fun and for the enjoyable conversations during band lessons. I would also like to thank Mrs. Stilson for always being so welcoming to everyone who enters her room.
Fondest Memory of Maple Hill High School
My fondest memory is being on the varsity soccer team for 5 years.
Plans for Next Year
I am going to Elmira College to major in Pre-Med and play soccer.
Ashlyn Urba
Fun Fact(s) About You
I’ve worked at an animal hospital since I was 14 years old.
Schodack CSD Teacher/Staff Thank Yous and Shout Outs
I would like to thank Mrs. Stilson for being a great support system to me and helping guide me through challenges in high school.
Fondest Memory of Maple Hill High School
Spending time with my senior class on the Ocean City trip and having the freedom to have fun with everyone.
Plans for Next Year
Majoring in Biology on the Pre-Vet track at UMass Amherst.
Aurora Zuniga
Fun Fact(s) About You
I’m a competitive dancer and my favorite style is contemporary. I also love road trips and traveling.
Schodack CSD Teacher/Staff Thank Yous and Shout Outs
Señora Racz for being an amazing teacher even at 8 AM, when she had an insane amount of energy. She inspired me to embrace and continue to learn Spanish!
Fondest Memory of Maple Hill High School
I always had fun with my best friends at the all-night parties.
Plans for Next Year
Attending SUNY New Paltz and majoring in Spanish.
