During a breakfast celebration hosted by Orange-Ulster, two MWHS juniors, Chase Cassidy and London Collado, were recognized as Humanities Honorees. During the event, students from throughout the county were recognized for their work in literature, language, philosophy, visual arts, theater, dance or music.
Congratulations to the M-W honorees!
Chase Cassidy
Chase Cassidy has extraordinary musical talent, which includes playing a multitude of instruments such as the baritone, tenor, alto, and soprano saxophones, clarinet, flute, and piano. Chase is a member of the Wind Ensemble, Symphonic Band, Jazz Band, Pep Band, Pit Orchestra, and Voice Ensemble. He also participates in the Hudson Valley Honors Band, Area All State Band, All County Band, NYSBDA Honor Band, and All State Band. He is a member of the Tri-M Music Honor Society, Professional Musicians of Orange County Marching Band, and Vice President of the Wind Ensemble. He creatively formed and leads a student jazz combo called “Pocket Change” and also gives lessons to younger students within the Monroe-Woodbury Central School District, in addition to students in other school districts. After high school, Chase plans to attend college on a three plus three law program while continuing to music through university ensembles, jazz bands, and community bands. He also looks forward to giving lessons during breaks from school.
London Collado
London Collado is extremely passionate about creating art and has taken as many art classes as possible throughout their high school career. They hold the office of president of their high school art guild and they also participate as an active member of the National Art Honor Society. They are working towards a Diploma of Distinction in the Arts, which is an optional challenge offered at MWHS and they look forward to being a senior art major next year to fulfill this goal. In their own words, “Every piece I produce is created with the mindset that it will be my best.” After high school, they aspire to be an art teacher.
