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November 10, 2009
200 Club of Morris County Awards Book Grants to Tarleton, Gaugler, Landon
Courtney Tarleton, Christine Gaugler and William Landon were recently honored as the 2009 200 Club of Morris County’s GlaxoSmithKline Consumer Healthcare Book Grant award recipients.
The three, who in June were all 200 Club of Morris County scholarship winners as well, were honored at the organization’s Annual Business Meeting on Nov. 4.
Paula Markert, a member of the Community Outreach Team from GlaxoSmithKline Consumer Healthcare, located in Parsippany, NJ, presented the awards.
The grants, $500 each, are used to purchase books and other related supplies.
“We are very happy to be able to assist students in any way we can,” said Tom Guglielmo, the president of the 200 Club of Morris County. “We are thrilled that GlaxoSmithKline is a part of this grant program. As any parent of a college student knows books are not cheap – these scholarships help.”
All three of the recipients graduated from local high schools last June. Tarleton, who attended Roxbury High School, is currently attending Ramapo College where she is studying Nursing. Gaugler, a North Warren Regional High School graduate, is now at Boston University where she is majoring in Neuroscience. Landon, a Butler High School graduate, is a Computer Science major at William Paterson University.
The GSK Consumer Healthcare Outreach Team provides assistance, both through funding and volunteer efforts, to charities and other non-profit groups such as The 200 Club of Morris County.
The 200 Club of Morris County provides financial assistance to the dependents of Morris County Police, Firefighters, First Aid Squad/Ambulance Corps and State Police of New Jersey who lost their lives in the line of duty. Since its inception, The 200 Club of Morris County has distributed more than $2.5 million to families who have lost a spouse in the line of duty, and also distributes thousands of dollars each year to worthy high school seniors who either serve in a branch of public safety or whose parent is actively serving in or retired from a public safety capacity in Morris County.
June 15, 2009
Maglio receives 200 Club Of Morris County award at Morris Public Safety Training Academy
Timothy Maglio
Without a doubt, Timothy Maglio has shown that he is a worthy leader as he worked his way through the Morris County public safety training program this spring. The president of his class, Maglio earned the recognition of his fellow recruits for his hard work and perseverance and was given the Merit Award, as voted upon by his fellow recruits.
Maglio, and 12 fellow recruits, were honored at the 73rd Basic Police Training Class through the Morris County Public Safety Training Academy at a ceremony held at the Parsippany facility in early June.
Not only did Maglio, a resident of Walpack, receive recognition by his peers, but he was also presented with the prestigious 200 Club of Morris County award honoring him as the top cadet based on his high performance on his written examination, physical training, and positive attitude. He entered the academy as an Alternate Route Cadet, attending the academy at his own expense.
“It is our honor to award Timothy this award,” said Tom Guglielmo, President of the 200 Club. “He is highly respected by his peers and has clearly shown his dedication to his new profession. We are truly lucky to have young men like Timothy protecting us.”
May 31, 2009
The 200 Club Of Morris County Gives Thousands in Scholarship Money to Graduating Seniors
Twenty-five high school seniors who are either directly involved in fire or EMS service activities in Morris County, or have a parent who is involved in those activities or law enforcement, were each awarded $4000 scholarships at this year’s 200 Club of Morris County’s annual Scholarship Awards Dinner.
The 200 Club of Morris County, organized in 1971, is a non-profit organization that provides financial assistance to the dependents of Morris County Police, Firefighters, First Aid Squad/Ambulance Corps and State Police of New Jersey who lost their lives in the line of duty. Since its inception, The 200 Club of Morris County has distributed more than $2.5 million to families who have lost a spouse in the line of duty, and also distributes thousands of dollars each year to worthy high school seniors who either serve in a branch of public safety or whose parent is actively serving in or retired from a public safety capacity in Morris County.
Each of the recipients received a $4,000 scholarship for the 2009-2010 academic year. Awards were given after a committee review of applicants’ high school academic records, community service history and high school extra-curricular activities.
“These students have demonstrated educational excellence,” said Tom Guglielmo, President of the 200 Club. “We are honored to recognize them for their efforts, many of whom have additionally shown dedication and service to their community in a service-related organization.”
This year’s recipients, with their high schools noted, include: Kushabhadr Das, Parsippany Hills, Kyle Grawehr, Morris Knolls, David Hatke, Morris Knolls, Brendan Kinslow, Parsippany Hills, Claire Marinello, DePaul Catholic, Courtney Tarleton, Roxbury, Katelynn Windt, Morristown, Zachery Carpenter, Newark Academy, Albert Lambert, Jefferson Township, William Landon, Butler, Ryan Masker, Parsippany Hills, Calista Morris, Morris Knolls, Amanda Ustupski, Mountain Lakes, Zachary Beecher, Randolph, Anthony DeZenzo, Parsippany, Bryan Donovan, Warren Hills Regional, Kyle Donovan, Warren Hills Regional, Danielle Mandrafina, Wayne Hills, Michael Pisano, Warren Hills, Margaret Sullivan-Fullerton, Morris Hills, Jacquelyn Engwall, North Warren Hills Regional, Sean Feuer, Bayonne, Christine Gaughler, North Warren Regional, Kelsey Kistle, Kittatinny Regional, and Evan Walsh, Parsippany.
In addition, Kistle was awarded a $200 Book Grant from donations given to the Scholarship Committee by the members of the Jefferson Township First Aid Squad and Marinello was awarded the $1000 James R. Rizzo Award for Outstanding Commitment to Volunteerism. This award was given in memory of James R. Rizzo, by his parents, Terri and Bob Rizzo. James died in 2002 and was an active member of The 200 Club of Morris County.
December 9, 2008
Gunther receives 200 Club Of Morris County award at Morris County Public Safety Training Academy
Keith Gunther
Keith Gunther’s hard work and perseverance paid off on Dec. 4 when he was one of 19 men who graduated from the 72nd Basic Police Training Class through the Morris County Public Safety Training Academy at a ceremony held at the Birchwood Manor in Whippany.
Not only did Gunther, a resident of West Milford, graduate, but he was also presented with the prestigious 200 Club of Morris County award honoring him as the top cadet based on his high performance on his written examination, physical training, and positive attitude. He entered the academy as an Alternate Route Cadet, as he attended the academy at his own expense.
Gunther will have to wait a few months before “officially” becoming a police officer with the East Hanover police force. In January, Gunther, with the Air Force Reserves, is scheduled to be deployed overseas for four months of active duty.
“It is our honor to award Keith this award,” said Tom Guglielmo, President of the 200 Club. “Clearly he has shown extreme dedication and will surely be an asset to East Hanover and the county as a whole. We are lucky to have young men like Keith to protect us, whether overseas or on our own shores.”
November 15, 2008
200 Club of Morris County Awards Grant to Oak Ridge’s Rich Hutnik
Gregory Smith, Richard Hutnik, Tom Guglielmo
Jefferson Township High School graduate and current freshman at Seton Hall University, Richard Hutnik, has been named the 2008 recipient of The 200 Club of Morris County’s GlaxoSmithKline Consumer Healthcare Book Grant.
Hutnik received his grant award at the 200 Club of Morris County’s Annual Business Meeting on Nov. 11 at The Zeris Inn in Mountain Lakes. Gregory Smith, leader of the Community Outreach Team from GlaxoSmithKline Consumer Healthcare, located in Parsippany, NJ, presented Hutnik with the award.
The GSK Consumer Healthcare Outreach Team provides assistance, both through funding and volunteer efforts, to charities and other non-profit groups such as The 200 Club of Morris County.
Hutnik not only attends classes at Seton Hall University but also at the Morris Police and Fire Academy and is an active member of the Jefferson Township Rescue Squad and the Jefferson Township Fire Department #2. Hutnik is studying nursing at Seton Hall University.
“I’m proud to be the recipient of the grant from The 200 Club of Morris County,” Hutnik stated appreciatively. “With the rising cost of college text books this money will really help.”
Hutnik previously earned a separate college scholarship from the 200 Club after he graduated from high school.
The 200 Club of Morris County provides financial assistance to the dependents of Morris County Police, Firefighters, First Aid Squad/Ambulance Corps and State Police of New Jersey who lost their lives in the line of duty. Since its inception, The 200 Club of Morris County has distributed more than $2.5 million to families who have lost a spouse in the line of duty, and also distributes thousands of dollars each year to worthy high school seniors who either serve in a branch of public safety or whose parent is actively serving in or retired from a public safety capacity in Morris County.
September 13, 2008
The 200 Club Of Morris County Boasts Banner Year For Scholarships and Awards
Sergeant Gerard R. Hardiman, Junior Firefighter Adam May, Patrolman Ronald N. Totams
The 200 Club of Morris County had perhaps its most rewarding year ever since becoming one of the first 200 Clubs in New Jersey in 1971.
The non-profit organization provides financial assistance to the dependents of Morris County Police, Firefighters, First Aid Squad/Ambulance Corps and State Police of New Jersey who lost their lives in the line of duty. Since its inception The 200 Club of Morris County has distributed more than $2.5 million to families who have lost a spouse in the line of duty, and also distributes thousands of dollars each year to worthy high school seniors who either serve in a branch of public safety or whose parent is actively serving in or retired from a public safety capacity in Morris County.
There were two major events this year, the 2008 Valor and Meritorious Award Dinner and the Scholarship Awards Dinner.
“It has always been the intention of The 200 Club of Morris County to take care of the individuals who are there for us 24 hours a day, as well as the families of those people who serve us when we need them most,” said Tom Guglielmo, President of the 200 Club. “We feel honored to be able to recognize these individuals and their families for their dedication and service.”
At the Valor and Meritorious Award Dinner, The 200 Club recognized outstanding members of the public safety community. The individuals preformed above and beyond in the fulfillment of their sworn duties for the people of Morris County.
Patrolman Ronald N. Totams of the Chester Township Police Department garnered the Valor Award, and Junior Firefighter Adam May of the Mount Arlington Fire Department and Sergeant Gerard R. Hardiman of the Roxbury Police Department received the Meritorious Awards.
Guest speaker at the dinner was Major General Carl B. Jensen, Deputy Commander and Chief of Staff for U.S. Marine Corps Forces Command.
Twenty four Morris County high school seniors were given scholarships at the Scholarship Awards Dinner. Each of the recipients received $4,000 scholarships for the 2008-2009 academic year. Awards were given after committee review of applicants’ high school academic record, community service history and high school extra-curricular activities. In addition, one recipient received a supplemental $1,000 award for exceptional community service.
Among this year’s recipients were:
Matthew Curasco, Jessica Cornish, Richard Hutnik, Elizabeth Manella, Erik Parmlind, Rachel Crothers, Danielle Crochery, Corey Corsaro, Robert Gallina, Gregory Klatte, Daniel Merkel, Jocelyn Pedrick, Brittany Greff, Jenna Graziano, Rebecca Martini, Stephanie Meyer, Lindsay Waldron and Joseph Serrao.
Meanwhile, The 200 Club also honored Cadet Brandan E. Hogan during the Morris County Public Safety Training Academy Graduation. Cadet Hogan graduated top in his class based on his high performance on his written examination, physical training, and positive attitude. He entered the academy as an Alternate Route Cadet, as he attended the academy at his own expense, and is now an officer in Richfield, Bergen County.
The 200 Club of Morris County
P.O. Box 1743
Morristown, New Jersey 07962-1743
Lori Richmond, Club Administrator
(732) 279-4258
(732) 279-4392 Fax
info@200clubofmorriscounty.com
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