SOMERVILLE SCHOOL BOARD ANNOUNCES THE STUDENT UNSUNG HERO AWARD RECIPIENT
SOMERVILLE, March 3, 2026 — On March 2, 2026, the Somerset County School Boards Association selected Emma Beckwith, of Somerville High School as “Unsung Hero” during the County Association awards celebration event on March 2, 2026.
The Unsung Hero Award is given out annually by a County School Board Association in coordination with the New Jersey School Boards Association. The award recognizes students who make outstanding contributions to their schools and communities, even though they are often overlooked under traditional student recognition guidelines. Unsung Heroes can be students who make their school a better place because of their warm personalities, empathy, and concern for others. They tend not to let obstacles stop them. About eighty people turned out at the event to recognize their achievements and contributions.
Gerard Foley, Principal of Somerville High School, Ryan Ure, Supervisor of Guidance at Somerville High School and Denise Van Horn, Board of Education Member, attended the event to recognize Emma Beckwith.
Emma Beckwith is being acknowledged for the strength of her character and her ability to inspire others. Most notably her fellow students as well as the school staff.
“One of Emma's most admirable qualities is her resilience in the face of challenges” said Mr. Ryan Ure, Supervisor of Counseling at Somerville High School.
