Monday, June 6, 2016
2016 Commodore John Barry Medal Award Winners Announced
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| Commodore John Barry - Father of the U.S. Navy |
The
Ancient Order of Hibernians, Myles Scully-Division #1 of Yonkers is proud to announce the
winners of The Commodore John Barry Memorial Medal for 2016. The award is
made available to all Catholic Elementary Schools in The City of Yonkers. The
award is named after Commodore John Barry, an Irish emigrant who lived to become
known as The Father of The United States Navy.
Commodore Barry received Navy Commission #1
from President George Washington in 1798, making him the first flag officer of
the newly formed U.S. Navy. The Commodore Barry Medal is awarded to a
graduating student who has excelled in U.S. History/Social Studies. The
award consists of a certificate of merit along with a medal which is worn
around the neck.
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| The Commodore John Barry Memorial Medal |
The awards will be presented to each student at their
school graduation ceremonies beginning the weekend of June 10th.
Congratulations to
this year’s winners!
Sacred Heart School
St. Ann’s School – Beatriz Mendes
St. Anthony’s School – Kayla Gallichio
St. Peter’s School – Gabriel Bravo
St. Eugene’s School – Victoria Carroll
