North Merrick graduates move up to middle school

North Merrick’s elementary schools moved up to middle school on June 25, and each class of graduation students were honored in separate ceremonies that celebrated their accomplishments.

At Camp Avenue’s celebration, “Camp 2024” balloons adorned the stage, welcoming the Class of 2024 as they processed to “Pomp and Circumstance.” Student Council President Caden Robert Condela led the salute to the flag before Principal Hillary Bromberg and Superintendent Cynthia Seniuk congratulated students and reflected on their drive and tenacity.

Student speakers Patrick Robert Cleva, Abigail Marie Jesin, and GracieMae Munson recounted the lessons learned and memories made throughout their educational careers at Camp Avenue. The Class of 2024’s brightest moments were encapsulated in a slide show before sixth graders recessed surrounded by cheers from the crowd.

At Fayette’s ceremony, Principal Howard Merims, Board President Megan Ryan, Esq., and Seniuk welcomed families and commended the graduating class on their perseverance.

Student speakers Shazil Azim, Atonino Policaro and Nicholas Porcaro addressed their peers. Various awards were distributed, including the Danielle Bono Memorial Award sponsored by the PTA and medals from the Merrick Post American Legion. Sixth grade teachers presented diplomas to each of their graduating students. The ceremony also concluded with a slideshow of the many memories made at Fayette.

And at Old Mill Road’s ceremony, sixth graders processed into the multipurpose room to the theme of “Pomp and Circumstance” led by Color Guard members Anna Kraus and Jeremy Salazar.

Student speakers from each class included June Larson, Lucy Congimi and Jayden Lewis. Several awards were handed out before sixth grade teachers invited their students to cross the stage and enter a new chapter. Loved ones made their pride heard as sixth graders recessed, ready for a new journey ahead.