Next Generation of Leaders in STEM, Law, and Business Celebrated at Pre-Professional Banquet

American Heritage Schools recently hosted the 2026 Pre-Professional Banquet at the Boca Raton Marriott, recognizing the graduating seniors of the Palm Beach campus. This formal event celebrated students who completed the rigorous requirements of the Honors programs in Pre-Law, Pre-Medical, Bio-Medical Engineering, Business & Entrepreneurship, and Pre-Engineering, and Computer Science.

Recognizing Professional Readiness and Innovation

The banquet brought together students, parents, faculty, and industry internship hosts to mark the culmination of years of advanced academic study. In the Honors Pre-Engineering program, top design honors were awarded alongside individual recognition for academic achievement and leadership. Sonya Singh received the award for Outstanding Academic Achievement, while Cole Zuckerman and Emma Sandkovsky were named the program's Outstanding Engineers for 2026.

Leadership in Law and Business

The Honors Legal Studies program recognized Elizabeth Jenkins with the Exemplary Leadership Award for her positive impact on the program. In the Business & Entrepreneurship program, several inaugural awards were presented to the next generation of industry leaders. Jacqueline Wernick was named the first-ever "Future CEO" and recognized as the Outstanding Student, while Gabriella Marrero received the first "Future Entrepreneur" award.

Industry Partnerships and Mentorship

A critical component of the American Heritage experience is the collaboration with professional partners who provide students with real-world insights. The "North Star" award was presented to Paradise Bank for its guidance of business students, while Gary Skantar was honored as a Distinguished Mentor in the engineering program. These partnerships ensure that our graduates possess both the theoretical knowledge and practical experience necessary for success at the university level and beyond.