2006 – Trevor Dolph –  Walton High School

2007 – Daniel Gill –  Hancock Central School

2007 - Daniel Ito –  Franklin High School

2008 - Phillip Schaffer - Unatego Central School

2009 - Nate Finch - Hancock Central School

2010 - Troy Tucker - Delaware Academy Central School

2011 - Britanny Moore - Afton Central School

Trevor Dolph, Walton Central School

From Trevor:  I am writing to thank you for choosing me for 2005-2006 Tommy Sampson Scholarship. I am honored to be selected as the recipient of this memorial.  As a student I have always worked hard to finish what Mr. Frisbee, Mr. Harkness and Mr. Wisse needed me to do. I am not a person who can stand around. Simply, I like to work. From speaking with my instructors I understand that Tommy was very much the same way.  Currently, I am working for a stone quarry, working on a farm, and starting next week I will be working construction as well. My experiences in school have helped me to prepare for my future goals. I hope to own my own business one-day.  Thank you again for selecting me for this honor. If there is ever anything I can do for you please let me know.

Instructor Ronald Frisbee’s Comments:  Trevor has many of the same characteristics that distinguished Tommy Sampson as a special person. Trevor has a great deal of respect for all those people he is in contact with and he is a hard worker. When asked about his hobbies, he answered--- (f! like to work." Trevor worked in a stone quarry and completed a successful work study there.  He also works part-time on a neighbor's farm. Trevor is looking forward to picking up work with a landscaping/blacktop company this summer. Trevor is a member of the National Technical Honor Society and was on the home coming court for the Walton High School. He also is a member of the Walton Football Team and is the Student Advisor for his FFA Chapter. Trevor's long range career goal is to start his own business, doing something he enjoys.

Daniel Ito, Franklin Central School

From Daniel’s Family:  This note is a big thank you to you and your family for the most generous award that was given to my son Dan Ito at the BOCES awards ceremony for conservation.  When we were informed of Dan being selected there was such a proud feeling that our family shared.  The most wonderful feeling that was shared was when reading about your son and his love of nature, outdoors, dairying, and life.  It was as if you were describing so many attributes of Dan.  We wanted you to know and thank you so much for the award to Dan and his plans are to use the award towards his future job.  But more than the surprise to Dan and us, we wanted to say that through the memory of your son, your thoughtfulness and generosity will help the future of young adults.  Your kindness is so overwhelming and the memory of your son lives on in such a positive way for the future. 

Instructor Robert Wisse’s Comments:  In the two years that Dan has been in the Conservation Program he has always been one of our top students. He is always ready for class and does what he is asked to do. He has always treated his teachers and fellow students with respect.  Dan lives on a small farm in the Franklin area and is raising 4 cows on his own; he also works on a dairy farm in Unadilla as well. Dan played on the Franklin Varsity Basketball and Baseball team as well.

Phillip Schaffer, Unatego Central School

Instructors Chris Olds, Robert Wisse, and Roger Harkness comments:  Phil began Conservation as a quiet young man.  He was a bit timid about using equipment, but was attentive and always learning.  He has excelled in written work and grown tremendously over the last year.  Phil is studeous and always polite.  He has developed an interest in equipment and puts forth extra effort everyday.  Phil can now operate just about every piece of equipment in our fleet.  Phillip has done excellent on practical and written exams and was top notch in presenting his Senior Project.  He also attended the 2008 NYS Convservation Competition at Finger Lakes Community College.  He participated in the Chainsaw Cut event and was a member of the Team Pulp Throw.  Phil is an excellent student and provides an excellent role model for his peers.  He will be working at the Harold Campus over the summer months assisting in the completion of landscaping for the new building project.  Phil hopes to work as an equipment operator in the near future. 

Nate Finch, Hancock Central School

Instructors Chris Olds, Robert Wisse, and Roger Harkness.  Chris Olds' comments: Nate Finch has been a consistent top performer in Conservation.  He is always actively involved and is a dedicated learner.  Mr. Finch competed in both the 2010 New York State Conservation Competition and the Skills USA New York State Contest.  Nate is actively involved in sports at Hancock, including bowling and football.  Nate is an outdoorsman, enjoying both hunting and fishing.  He is a well-spoken and intelligent young man.  Nate is always friendly and respectful.  Mr. Finch has already begun military service to his country.  Nate is a current member of the 417^th Engineering Battalion in Bullville, NY.  He will be trained this summer as 21E, Heavy Equipment Operator.  Nate has plans to attend a post-secondary education with a focus on equipment related studies.  He is an excellent student and wonderful young man.  I’m proud to present him this Award. 

Troy Tucker, Delaware Academy Central School

Instructors Chris Olds, Robert Wisse, and Roger Harkness.  Joseph Petroski, Assistant Principal comments:  Although Troy has always been a good student in Conservation; he has always been one of the hardest working students as well.  He is respectful of equipment, the environment, and his is instructors.  Troy's professional demeanor and approach to work will carry him far in the work world.  Troy is an outdoorsman that enjoys hunting and fishing; he attended the NYS Conservation Competition-competing in Tree Felling and Team Pulp Throw.  Troy also conducted a wildlife habitat improvement project during his work experience.  Troy also was involved an extra-curricular activities earning a varsity letter in soccer and baseball at Delhi. 

Brittany Moore, Afton Central School

Instructors Chris Olds, Robert Wisse, and Roger Harkness. Jennifer Wait, Assistant Principal comments:  Brittany can be called perpetually happy.  Many of those close to her can say that “she is always there for me”.  She enjoys time with her friends, fishing, and being outdoors.  Brittany is a team player and she constantly shows commitment to her team mates and her class mates.  Brittany has competed in Varsity Volleyball, Softball, and Basketball as well as beach volleyball.  She is a two time participant in the New York Conservation Contest.  Brittany competed in Differential Leveling, Wildlife Identification, Jack and Jill Crosscut, Backhoe Operation, Individual and Team Pulp Throw.  She is a member of the National Honor Society and the National Technical Honor Society.  Additionally, she made a solo presentation for the DCMO BOCES Retiree Luncheon.  Brittany will be attending SUNY Delhi with plans to transfer to SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry.  She is aspiring to be an Environmental Conservation Officer. 

Trevor Dolph  

 Daniel Ito

  Daniel Gill

Phillip Schaffer

Nate FinchBrittany Moore