Board Observance
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2025 Women’s History Month Program
Reception 5:00 p.m. | Program 5:30 p.m.
“Moving Forward Together! Women Educating & Inspiring Generations.”
On Wednesday, March 12, the RCSD and Board of Education will recognize high-academic women scholars who demonstrate outstanding leadership and community service. Please join us for a reception at 5:00 pm, with the program beginning at 5:30 pm. Congratulations to our scholars on their incredible commitment to their education and academic success!
Mistress of Ceremonies
Francine Scott, Board of Education
Welcome and Greetings
Dr. Demario Strickland, Interim Superintendent
Camille Simmons, President, Board of Education
Keynote Speaker
Deborah L. Hughes, President & CEO of
National Susan B. Anthony Museum & House
Induction of Susan B. Anthony House Recipients
School Principal for each recipientCommunity Award
Brenda Torres-Santana, School Chief
Closing Remarks
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DID YOU KNOW? The National Women’s History Alliance, which spearheaded the movement for March to be declared National Women’s History Month, has announced the women’s history theme for 2025, “Moving Forward Together! Women Educating & Inspiring Generations.”
This theme celebrates the collective strength and influence of women who have dedicated their lives to education, mentorship, and leadership. Through their efforts, they have served as an inspiration for all generations — both past and present. | Learn more at nationalwomenshistoryalliance.org
2024-25 High Scholars
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Each year, the Rochester City School District Board of Education recognizes women academic high scholars in our high schools that have an average GPA of 4.0 or better. Congratulations to our scholars on their incredible commitment to their education and academic success. A special thanks to all parents, family members, mentors, teachers, and other school staff who support our students each day.
The 2024-25 scholars receiving the Susan B. Anthony Award are as follows:
Gloriann Perez
East Upper School
Principal Caterina Leone-Mannino
Sharelis Torres
Edison Career & Technology High School
Principal LaCassa Felton
Jah’Kyla Bullock
Padilla High School
Acting Principal Adam Rodger
Julieann Falu
James Monroe High School
Principal Jason Muhammad
Sahar Hatimi
Rochester International Academy
Principal Mary Andrecolich-Montesano
Charish Jones-Carter
Rochester Early College International High School
Principal Uma Mehta
Grayce Peltz
School of the Arts
Principal Alan Tirre
Myleanna Griner
School Without Walls
Principal Aylin Rodriguez
Hazel Roberts
Joseph C. Wilson Commencement High School
Principal Gary Reynolds
Coco McCoy
World of Inquiry School No. 58
Acting Principal Callie Andler