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Twice each year, a select number of students and adults are honored for distinguishing themselves as people of good character. These individuals embody the core values and beliefs of Glastonbury High School, and in doing so, they make significant contributions to our school community. Since 2005, over 200 members of the GHS community have received the Essence Award.
2025 Fall Essence Awards Recipients
2025 Fall Essence Awards Recipients
Congratulations to the Fall 2025 Dr. Thomas Neagle Essence Award Recipients!
Dillon Dupuis, Class of 2028 (posthumous award)
Mr. Jud Kuwada, Staff (Security)
Elias Morera, Class of 2026
2026 Spring Essence Awards Recipients
2026 Spring Essence Awards Recipients
Congratulations to the Spring 2026 Dr. Thomas Neagle Essence Award Recipients!
Jackson Ennis, Class of 2026
Leo Chen, Class of 2026
Mrs. Jenna Brousseau (English Faculty)
Nominations for the Essence Awards are now closed.
Nominations for the Essence Awards are now closed.
Nominations will open on Monday, November 9, 2026.
GHS Core Values
GHS Core Values
GHS Social and Civic Expectations
GHS Social and Civic Expectations
Nominee contributes to a safe, supportive, and inclusive learning environment.
Nominee ensures that equity, diversity, and the sense of belonging are intentionally messaged and prioritized.
Nominee promotes social justice and demonstrate citizenship, integrity, respect, and value for others.
Fall 2026 Important Dates
Fall 2026 Important Dates
The nomination form for the Fall 2026 Essence Awards will be open from November 9, 2026, to November 20, 2026.
The ceremony will be held on Wednesday, December 9, 2026.
Spring 2027 Important Dates
Spring 2027 Important Dates
The nomination form for the Spring 2027 Essence Awards will be open from March 15, 2027 — March 26, 2027.
The ceremony will be held on Monday, April 19, 2027.
Any questions regarding the nomination process should be directed to Mr. Gervais.
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