FOR BREAKING NEWS VISIT www.couriersun.com MAY 14, 2015 • THE COURIER SUN 19 SCOTT BARON’S STAR OF QUEENS STEPHEN LEBAK NATIONAL MERIT SCHOLAR CHRIST THE KING HIGH SCHOOL MIDDLE VILLAGE BACKGROUND: Christ the King High School senior Stephen Lebak was awarded the distinguished title of National Merit Scholar. Lebak was part of the one percent of students selected as fi nalists. He competed with over 1.4 million students from 22,000 high schools nationwide to earn this honor. Lebak also enjoys the distinction of being Christ the King’s fi rst National Merit Scholar. The Boston native is a member of the mathematics team and tied for fi rst place statewide with three fellow Christ the King students. He is also co-champion of the school’s annual pi contest and can recite up to four hundred digits of pi. SCHOOL LIFE: In addition, Lebak serves as the editor of the school’s newspaper The Royal Times, and enjoys playing the saxophone in the school’s band. Outside of school, his diverse hobbies range from baking to working with the Rubik’s cube. “Usually, when I fi nd something that intrigues me, I delve right into it and work fairly hard at it to better myself,” he said. Lebak was chosen as the salutatorian for the class of 2015. “Stephen is a very affable, helpful, productive and intelligent young man who is liked and admired by his teachers and fellow students,” Principal Peter Mannarino said. “Stephen’s hard work and determination set an example for all students at Christ the King. We wish him the best of good fo r t u ne in all his future endeavors.” RESEARCH: One of Lebak’s current undertakings is an advanced research project organized through the school under the guidance of project mentor Mr. Mackey. Students admitted to this select program come up with their own research topics and work in conjunction with other schools and organizations to further their exploration. Lebak chose to investigate wind power and turbine construction. “Turbines usually have three blades, so I fi gured, why not six?” Lebak said. As part of his research, Lebak constructed a mini six-blade turbine and used a three-speed fan to simulate wind. He measured the turbine’s output in terms of RPMs. Lebak presented his fi ndings at a large conference hosted by C hrist the King on May 6. FUTURE: Lebak will attend Fordham University at Rose Hill on a full scholarship in the fall. He was admitted to the university’s honors program and has chosen to major in mathematics. “I visited the campus a couple of times and liked it,” he said. “The honors program there also tends to be small and structured in a way that appealed to me.” BY KELLY MARIE MANCUSO brought to you by SCOTT BARON & ASSOCIATES, P.C. Attorneys & Counselors at Law 1-866-WAS-HURT (866) 927-4878 718.738.9800 star OF queens CUTLER’S LIGHTING Over 50 Years Experience REPAIRS • REWIRING • RE-FINISHING • LAMP SHADES LAMP SHADE SALE 12 years from now, be saving you money. SPRING SAVINGS TAKE 20-50% OFF on yellow and red tagged items this LED bulb will still 10% OFF OFF ANY PURCHASE With Coupon. Not combinable – New Orders Only. Limit 1 per customer. $150.00 max for discount. Excludes Repairs, Refinishing, Rewiring. Exp. 5/31/2015 CUTLER’S LIGHTING CUTLER’S LIGHTING LYNBROOK 817 Sunrise Hwy (2 Blocks west of Peninsula Blvd.) 516-887-1300 On-Site Registration Open House Dates April 18 and 19 April 25 and 26 May 2 and 3 May 9 May 16 and 17 11 AM – 3 PM GREAT NECK 120 Northern Blvd. 516-482-1919 SEASON OPENS MAY 23 2014 Price Freeze At Open House with this ad Park City Swim Club Family Fun Under the Sun Heated 40 x 80 Swimming Pool Heated 20 x 40 Kiddy Pool Social and Athletic Activities Large Deck Area Locker Room and Showers Cabana and Lounge Rentals Available New Discounted Family Memberships Newly Renovated Swim School on-site: Take Me to the Water (212) 828-1756 www.parkcityswimclub.com 98-00 62nd Drive Rego Park, NY 11374 Call (212) 769-0201 or (718) 830-9634
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