This morning, the graduating 6th graders bid a heartfelt farewell to Centre Avenue with a memorable “clap-out.” The celebration began as the students paraded two laps around the school. Emerging first through the front doors, they were met with the enthusiastic applause of their parents gathered on the front lawn. Their journey continued around the side of the building, where the lower grades greeted them with cheers and congratulatory signs.

After their first lap, the graduates placed letters into a special time capsule held by Principal Calia Kelly, who will return these letters to the students when they graduate from high school. Adding to the festive atmosphere, the local fire department sounded the sirens on two of their trucks parked out front in support of the Class of 2024.

It was a bittersweet send-off, filled with pride and good wishes as our graduates embark on their next chapter at East Rockaway Jr/Sr High School. We wish them all the best!

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Date Added: 6/25/2024