District Middle Schools Name Winners of Annual
Dan Rozmes Spirit Awards

 

For Immediate Release
March 2, 2026

WASHINGTON TOWNSHIP – Washington Township’s three middle schools – Bunker Hill, Chestnut Ridge and Orchard Valley – recently presented their annual Dan Rozmes Spirit Awards during separate in-building presentations. The awards, which originated in 2012 to spotlight the positive impact of students on their community, are named after Rozmes as a way to honor and celebrate his legacy. During a career that spanned more than 30 years, Rozmes served the Washington Township School District as a teacher, guidance counselor, principal, and friend before passing away on July 16, 2010, after a long battle with leukemia. Each year, teachers, school counselors, and administrators at each of our middle schools select two eighth-grade students to receive the Dan Rozmes Spirit Award.  

The Dan Rozmes Spirit Award winners include: Emily Staino and Titus Kostas (BHMS); Payton Clark and Ethan Szilier (CRMS); and Mariam Elliot and Jude Hayden (OVMS). The eighth-grade students were chosen because they possess the characteristics that Mr. Rozmes promoted – selflessness, a big heart, and an inclusive, upbeat attitude.

The winners’ names will be added to a plaque at their school, and their photo will be displayed on the plaque for the next year. Additionally, the winners and their families were guests of honor at the Washington Township High School boys basketball game on February 9th, where they were recognized during a halftime ceremony. 

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