Women's History Month
Board Observance
Program Agenda
Women’s History
Month Celebration
Wednesday, March 11, 2026
The Rochester City School District and Board of Education honored distinguished young women from our high schools at a Women's History Celebration on March 11.
Guided by the theme "Leading the Change: Women Shaping a Sustainable Future," we recognized 10 exceptional students for their leadership and vision. The evening featured a keynote address from the National Susan B. Anthony Museum & House, as well as the presentation of the Community Service Award to Dr. Myra Henry of the YWCA of Rochester & Monroe County.
Celebration Highlights
Mistress of Ceremonies
Francine Scott, Board of Education
Welcome and Greetings
Dr. Casandra Wright, Deputy Superintendent Beatriz Lebron, Commissioner, Board of Education
Keynote Speaker
Taylor Phillips
National Susan B. Anthony Museum & House
Introduction by Jerika Turner
Susan B. Anthony Leadership Recipients
School Principal for each recipient
Community Service Award
Dr. Myra Henry, YWCA of Rochester & Monroe County
Presented by Dr. Heather Feinman, Commissioner, Board of Education
Closing Remarks
Amy Maloy, Vice President, Board of Education
2025-26 High Scholars
Each year, the Rochester City School District Board of Education recognizes women who are graduating seniors that consistently demonstrate high academic achievement, exceptional leadership, and community service.
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 2025-26 scholars who received the Susan B. Anthony Award are as follows:
Maya Adams
East Upper School
Principal Akua Kankam
Natalia Newman
Edison Career & Technology High School
Principal Anthony Rodriguez
Johnasia Scott
Padilla High School
Principal Adam Rodger
Saniya Davis
James Monroe High School
Principal Jason Muhammad
Israa Ahmad Al-Abdullah
Rochester International Academy
Principal Mary Andrecolich-Montesano
Eliana Hagood-Coker
Rochester Early College International High School
Principal Uma Mehta
Hope Reddington
School of the Arts
Principal Alan Tirre
Shamonique Munroe
School Without Walls
Principal Aylin Allen
Gretchen Hochreiter
Joseph C. Wilson Commencement High School
Principal Gary Reynolds
Shanea Dickinson
World of Inquiry School No. 58
Principal Callie Andler
When women lead, things move. Not just talk—real change. Doors open. Tables get bigger. Voices that were quiet get heard. We show up with strength and grace, with purpose in our steps and community in our hearts.
Because leadership isn’t about being in charge— it’s about reaching back, pulling someone forward, and making sure nobody gets left behind. And every time a woman rises, she makes it a little easier for the next one to stand tall.