Rambam Mesivta is proud to recognize Shmuel Rabinow as the Class of 2025/5785 Valedictorian, Rami Kessock as their Salutatorian, and Elazar Schwartz as the Torah Communications Network Keter Shem Tov (Rambam Man) awardee.
The Valedictorian, Shmuel Rabinow, has distinguished himself as an exceptional student, leader, and role model. His achievements have been recognized on both local and state levels, receiving the New York State Assembly Citation, Nassau County Certificate of Recognition, and Nassau County Certificate of Appreciation. At Rambam, he was awarded the Outstanding Leadership Award, Outstanding Service Award, and the Masmidim Award, and earned the prestigious NSDA Degree of Distinction for his accomplishments in speech and debate.

Shmuel held numerous leadership roles, serving as captain of the Rambam Rambots Robotics Team, the Rambam Rashis Torah Bowl team, and the History Bowl Team. He was also president of the Friendship Circle of the Five Towns, a STEM Club instructor, and an active member of the Debate Team, Model Congress, Mathletes, Writers’ Guild, Model Chinuch League, and the Chess Team. As a proud Masmidim participant, he committed himself to daily Torah study, while also energizing his peers as a Ruach Raven. Shmuel’s family davens at Mesivta Ateres Yaakov in Lawrence. Shmuel will be attending Yeshivat Har Etzion (Gush) in Israel next year, followed by studies in finance at Baruch College.
Rami Kessock, Salutatorian of Rambam Mesivta’s Class of 2025/5785, has spent four years exemplifying achievement in academic excellence, leadership, and a deep commitment to Torah learning and community service. As a passionate learner, Rami was part of the Masmidim program throughout high school, earned the Masmid Award, and participated in both the Double Beis Midrash track and the HaMasmid publication, where he oversaw weekly distribution of Torah content.
Rami served as captain of the First Tech Challenge Robotics Team, leading his team to a first-place finish in the Long Island regional qualifiers. He was also captain of the JV and Varsity Hockey Teams, earning the title of Top Goalie at Camp Dovid Hockey in 2023. His other extracurriculars included Mock Trial, the Chess Team (which won back-to-back championships), and volunteer work as a Bnei Akiva Snif counselor.
Outside the classroom, Rami was selected for the prestigious Tikvah Summer Scholars Program at Mount Holyoke College and was awarded the Solomon Fellowship for his engagement in Jewish and political philosophy. He also worked on the sports staff at Camp Moshava IO, where he mentored children and promoted teamwork and sportsmanship.
Rami’s family davens at the Young Israel of Oceanside. He will be continuing his Torah learning next year at Yeshivat Har Etzion (Gush) in Israel.

Elazar Schwartz, Rambam Mesivta Class of 2025/5785 recipient of the Keter Shem Tov/Rambam Man Award, has personified leadership, character, and commitment throughout his high school years. Elazar was an active participant in both academics and extracurriculars, serving as editor-in-chief of the yearbook and a dedicated member of College Bowl and Torah Bowl. He was elected to the Senior Council, led as president of both the Chesed Club and World Culture Club, and contributed meaningfully to the Yachad Club and Friendship Circle. Elazar’s devotion to his school community earned him the School Service Award, the Outstanding Chesed Award, and he was twice honored with the Outstanding Leadership Award. He also played on the JV Basketball team and the Varsity Hockey team. Elazar’s family attends the Agudah of the Five Towns. He will be continuing his Torah learning next year at Yeshivat HaKotel in Israel.
Rambam Mesivta is proud to be represented by three students who demonstrate and live the Rambam Mesivta core values of Torah, midos, and excellence.