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Deb Reimann '69 Deb was a Rensselaer graduate of the class of 1974 who touched the lives of many through her tireless volunteerism and involvement. She was actively involved in several nonprofit organizations and assisted with a wide variety of fundraisers and events. Deb was a longtime member of the Rensselaer Alumni Association. During her tenure, she served as the Vice President, participated on committees and assisted in planning many community events. She was an assistant treasurer, secretary, board member, and chairperson of many different committees within the Rensselaer Kiwanis. Deb was a member of the Friends of the Rensselaer Public Library and volunteered for Rensselaer Pop Warner and Rensselaer Little League. Additionally, she was an honorary member of the Eastern Star. Deb leaves behind a legacy of grace, passion, and commitment to her family and community that the Alumni Association would like to honor through this award.

This one-time award of $500 is given to a high school graduating senior who emulates Deb’s dedication to her community and it will be presented during the graduation ceremony.

Is to reward a graduating senior who has the following qualities:

Participates in community service events and activities on a regular basis
A strong passing average (80 or higher)
Is always willing to help others

Process for application:

The principal and guidance counselors will solicit input from teachers to choose the student for this award before the graduation ceremony.

2024 Recipient Lillie Shaw

Lillie Shaw

2023 Winner - Angelica Slingerland

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Back row: Richard Wark Jr. ‘79, Gary Roberts ‘86, Joel Preston, John Preston ‘81, Superintendent Joe Kardash

Front row: Gordy J. Noel’s ‘64 daughter (posthumous award), Deborah Halacy ‘71, Alumni President Kathy Keenan, Virginia Habiniak Poole Cleary ‘69, Nancy Hardt ‘77, Tessa Ogren Kent ‘02

Missing from picture: Deborah Reimann ‘74 (posthumous award),
Joseph V. Polsinello ‘66

Congratulations to the following HOF 2023 nominees and the people who (nominated) them:

Virginia Habiniak Poole Cleary, 1969 - (Liz Rooney)

Jay Foust, 1981+ - (Joseph Kardash)

Tracy Foust, 1983+ - (Joseph Kardash)

Nancy Hardt, 1977 - (Julie Bink)

Joseph Kardash, Staff - (Shailyn Payton)

Tessa Kent, 2002+ - (Kelly Thomas)

Deborah Halacy, 1971 - (Raymond Halacy)

Gordon Noel*, 1964 - (James Van Vorst)

Joseph Polsinello, 1966 - (Kathy Baldwin Keenan)

Joel Preston, 1986+ - (Norm Preston and Brad Endres)

John Preston, 1981+ - (Norm Preston)

Deborah Reinmann*, 1974 - (Denise Roberts Wright)

Gary Roberts, 1986 - (Jeff and Denise Wright)

Richard Wark, Jr., 1979 - (Self nomination)

* Posthumous

+ also staff

It's not too early to start planning for next year. Do you know a Rensselaer High alumnus who you think should be recognized? The Hall of Fame is a great way to acknowledge a person's accomplishments. Below is the application link - Just fill it in and mail it to the Alumni Association of the Rensselaer City School District, Rensselaer High School, 25 Van Rensselaer Drive, Rensselaer, NY 12144. If you have any questions, please contact us at .us. All applications are due by February 3, 2023. The Hall of Fame dinner will be in April.

HOF_Nomination_Form.pdf