On April 4, 2019, SSD recognized the outstanding achievements of local students at the annual Commitment to Kids banquet. This year, 21 students received the Rosemary Zander Award. Others were honored with financial scholarships for college.

The Rosemary Zander Award has long recognized the accomplishments of students receiving services from SSD. Since 1988, students have been honored for success in a variety of categories – academics, arts, athletics, communications, vocational training, employment, independent living skills, community service and extracurricular activities.