W.T. Clarke graduates embark on new beginning

W.T. Clarke High School seniors reflected on the past four years while thinking about their futures during the 2024 commencement ceremony at the school’s football field on June 21.

The graduates proudly processed into the gymnasium to the sound of the classic “Pomp and Circumstance.” They were accompanied by the East Meadow Board of Education, Superintendent of Schools Kenneth Rosner, central and district administrators, Principal Timothy Voels, and W.T. Clarke administration, faculty and staff.

Valedictorian Juliet Cimaglia, Salutatorian Lauren Henning and Class President Britney Roller reflected on four unforgettable years at Clarke.

“As graduating students, we all need to embrace these new challenges that await us,” Cimaglia said. “There is nothing that we gain from allowing our fear of failure, loss or imperfection to paralyze us.”

“The Class of 2024 has persevered through it all,” Henning said. “We trekked onward and went on to do amazing things. Together, we have made the Class of 2024 one with which to be reckoned. As we embark on our new endeavors, I hope that everyone keeps that spark of curiosity. I’ll be rooting for all of you.”

Following the graduates’ addresses, Rosner and Board of Education President Matthew Melnick each gave commencement addresses.

“You have all played a part in making me feel at home here in the great community of East Meadow,” Rosner said. “I’d like to urge the Class of 2024 to zoom in on all of your goals and go for it.”

The presentation of diplomas followed, with each student being called by name to be recognized for their successful completion of high school.

As the students began their recession from the field after receiving their diplomas, the crowd roared with applause for the new W.T. Clarke High School alumni.

The district extended their most sincere congratulations to each of the graduating students and their families and wishes them success and luck in their future endeavors.