Stuart, FL – The Martin County School District is proud to announce that 48 of its outstanding students have been named nominees for the prestigious 2026 Pathfinder Awards by The Palm Beach Post. These awards honor exceptional high school students across Palm Beach and Martin counties who demonstrate excellence in academics, the arts, athletics, leadership, and community involvement.
The Pathfinder Awards recognize students who not only excel in their respective fields but also embody dedication, creativity, and a commitment to making a positive impact in their schools and communities. Nominees are selected by their schools and represent the very best of student achievement in a variety of categories.
South Fork High School Nominees:
- Academic Excellence: Peter Bazylewicz
- Art: Ryan Connelly
- Career & Technical Education: Hayden Mathews
- Communications: Jonathan Bratt
- Community Involvement: Valerie Molloy
- Computer Engineering & Technology: Varun Singh
- Forensics/Speech: Alexander Oteifa
- History/Political Science: Sonya Ulman
- Mathematics: Jacob Rogers
- Music/Instrumental: Alexis Fischer
- Science: Margaret Ulman
- Sports: Emerson Brinn
- Theatre Arts: Sabrina Zambrano
- World Language: Praneel Patel
Martin County High School Nominees:
- Academic Excellence: Turner LaVelle
- Art: Ella Smith
- Business: Hunter Wilson
- Career & Technical Education: Adam Soto
- Communications: Devin Cratty
- Community Involvement: Sydney Spears
- Computer Engineering & Technology: Mathew Gambotz
- Forensics/Speech: Ella Morey
- History/Political Science: Emily Sequeira
- Literature: Ava Witt
- Mathematics: Carlon Crowley
- Music/Instrumental: Alicea Lopez
- Music/Vocal: Mallory Goddard
- Reach for Excellence: Dawson Santos
- Science: Isabella Calhoun
- Sports: Madelyn Bussom
Jensen Beach High School Nominees:
- Academic Excellence: Wyatt Andre
- Art: Nina Puma
- Business: Theodore Smail
- Career & Technical Education: Marin Gozdz
- Communications: Morgan Ferrera
- Community Involvement: Ainsley Anderson
- Computer Science: Kevin Xue
- Forensics/Speech: Kai Valko
- History: Sienna Hinsley
- Literature: Jaxon Markley
- Mathematics: Genevieve Schmidt
- Music/Instrumental: Zane Price
- Music/Vocal: Sadie Megginson
- Reach for Excellence: Madison Newman
- Science: Madeline Parr
- Sports: Elizabeth Fitzwater
- Theater: Michael Franco
- World Language: Broderick Creach
Winners of the 2026 Pathfinder Awards will be announced later this spring, recognizing the remarkable accomplishments of students from across Palm Beach and Martin counties.
About the Pathfinder Awards:
The Pathfinder Awards, presented by The Palm Beach Post, honor high school students for excellence in academics, arts, athletics, leadership, and community service. The awards spotlight students who are making meaningful contributions in their schools and communities and serve as a model of achievement and commitment for their peers.
About MCSD
Located on Florida's Treasure Coast, the A-rated Martin County School District (MCSD) offers an array of opportunities for students based on their unique interests, needs and passions. MCSD maintains robust academic standards, renowned arts and athletics programs, and numerous career and technical education opportunities. Students benefit from the District's many partnerships with business and community organizations, as well as character development, environmental stewardship and civic leadership programs. The mission of MCSD is to educate all students for success.
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